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LUDLOW, Ma., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PosiGen, the nation's leading provider of renewable energy and energy efficiency solutions for low-to-moderate (LMI) income homeowners is excited to announce our expansion into Massachusetts. The Bay State becomes PosiGen's sixth operational state, joining Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Mississippi, and the company's home base of Louisiana. The initial launch focuses on Western Massachusetts, with plans to expand PosiGen's footprint across the Commonwealth over the next six to eight months.
"We are very excited to be entering the Massachusetts market," says Tom Neyhart, PosiGen CEO. "Massachusetts has been committed to solar and renewables for decades and is recognized as one of the states leading the charge to decarbonization. We look forward to helping families who traditionally haven't had access to rooftop solar, lowering their energy burden and putting real money back in their pockets through our No Credit Needed, Solar for All program. We are committed to our mission to provide meaningful savings to every family we serve."
Since 2011, PosiGen has worked to close the clean energy affordability gap by delivering lower utility bills and the benefits of clean energy through solar panels and energy efficiency upgrades to low-to-moderate homeowners. To date, the company has served over 22,000 residential customers. PosiGen's lease program covers the full cost of installing, maintaining, and ensuring the rooftop solar system, and also provides energy efficiency upgrades with no minimum credit score or minimum income requirement.
In addition to delivering the low-cost benefits of rooftop solar and energy efficiency, the arrival of PosiGen in Massachusetts brings a boost to the state's economy. PosiGen has already created 16 competitive-paying sales positions in Western Massachusetts, with the anticipation of hiring approximately 40 more sales representatives by early 2023. In addition, the company will open two operations warehouses with the need to hire an additional 30 employees within the next year. PosiGen also works with Massachusetts solar installation companies and energy efficiency providers, supporting local small businesses and their employees as well as creating new clean energy jobs.
PosiGen is proud of its mission to make solar available to everyone. The team in Massachusetts has already started working with local leaders and renewable energy groups to plan the launch of "Solar for All Mass," which uses community partnerships to let lower income homeowners know they can now afford rooftop solar and energy efficiency. PosiGen truly makes Solar for All.
The first PosiGen sales office is in Ludlow. The company is currently hiring. You can learn more about PosiGen, including career opportunities, by visiting www.posigen.com or calling 866-767-4436.
Headquartered in New Orleans, LA, PosiGen is the nation's leading residential solar, energy efficiency and energy education provider for low-to-moderate income families. PosiGen has more than 22,000 resident customers, over 460 direct employees and also supports more than 150 employees through its contractors in Louisiana, Mississippi, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. PosiGen's unique services and products makes solar energy affordable to homeowners of all income levels, and offers individuals, families and businesses the opportunity to achieve greater fiscal autonomy and energy independence by lowering utility bills. To learn more about PosiGen, please visit www.PosiGen.com
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Citi's Clients Will Lower Expenses with the Ability to Donate to Charity
Corporate card benefits drive utilization of T&E cards; enhance corporate and individual philanthropy
ATLANTA, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dinova Inc., the authority in business dining is collaborating with Citi to offer a preferred dining and payment program to Citi's Corporate Card clients in the U.S. A benefit of the collaboration is digital integration between the two companies that enables joint clients to easily share data between Citi and Dinova and allowing for greater personalization and program transparency.
Additional benefits include financial incentives from Dinova in the form of rebates for the enterprise organization, rewards for individual employee cardholders, and the opportunity to support partner charities - a new offering being rolled out as part of the Citi Commercial Cards and Dinova collaboration.
"Citi is proud to be the first Commercial Card program to offer our customers the ability to redeem their Dinova rewards for partner charities, giving cardholders an altruistic choice for how they use their rewards," said Gonca Latif-Schmitt, Global Head of Citi's Commercial Cards.
Dinova unveils the program as business dining returns to 96% of pre-pandemic levels. "With this latest collaboration, we continue to expand the only business dining program available today with very attractive loyalty rewards for employees and strong financial incentives for Citi customers," stated Alison Quinn, CEO of Dinova. "Historically, dining accounted for 18% of a typical company's travel spend but there were no negotiated rates and tracking tools. As businesses return to corporate travel, we are seeing an uptick in interest to manage and offset these costs."
The program is initially available in the U.S. but will expand to other countries over time. Find more information about the program and benefits to all stakeholders, by visiting Companies - Dinova
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The Lakers are getting another feature series about their rise to NBA dominance.
Critics and audiences praised HBO’s series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, but many key people involved, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, wanted to see the “real story” told.
On Monday, Hulu announced it is making a 10-part docuseries premiering on Aug. 15 titled Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers. The series looks into the Dr. Jerry Buss and how he built the 17-time championship winning franchise. Fans who want to watch the series can do so with a subscription to Hulu.
The series is directed by Antoine Fuqua and features interviews with the Buss family, Magic Johnson, Shaquille O’Neal and LeBron James. The first trailer for the series dropped on Monday. Fans who want to watch the trailer can do so on YouTube here.
Here’s more info on Hulu:
The benefits: Hulu Live TV offers more than 65 channels and the entire Hulu streaming library, which includes original content. You also get more than 50 hours of DVR storage with a subscription.
The cost: $64.99 per month, with an option to bundle ESPN+ and Disney+ for $71.99 per month.
Free trials: There is a seven-day free trial that includes all the features of a full subscription.
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NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- First quarter financial results for Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) will be made available at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, August 3 through a press release posted to the company's Investor Relations website: http://ir.bookingholdings.com.
Booking Holdings intends to hold a conference call on Wednesday, August 3 at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its second quarter financial results. The event will be webcasted at http://ir.bookingholdings.com. Audio replays will be available on the website for seven days thereafter.
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Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world's leading provider of online travel and related services, provided to consumers and local partners in more than 220 countries and territories through six primary consumer-facing brands: Booking.com, Priceline, Agoda, Rentalcars.com, KAYAK and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. For more information, visit BookingHoldings.com and follow us on Twitter @BookingHoldings.
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The New York Giants classic blue uniform of the ‘80s and ‘90s era isn’t the only thing coming back for Giants fans this season.
Jerry Izenberg’s best-selling insider football book, “No Medals For Trying,” is being re-released as an e-book by Open Road Media, complete with a new foreword by Izenberg, on Aug. 2, and will be available at most major bookstores, including Amazon (http://amzn.to/3vtSO4L) and Barnes & Noble (http://bit.ly/3cSXFpN).
“I never thought this book would happen. I already had access to all the players but now, to do it, I needed access from Bill Parcells to tape all the coaches meetings,” Izenberg said. “I needed [Giants coach] Bill Parcells to give his wife permission to discuss the pressure of being a coach’s wife. And, most of all, I needed Parcells. I felt I had a better chance if I were asking him for a copy of the Giants’ playbook. So we sat in his office just before he left for training camp.”
“Is that all you want from me?” Parcells asked. He in silence for what seemed an eternity and then said: “All right. Try not to get in the way.”
“I’m sure there were times that I did,” Izenberg said. “But it was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.”
Izenberg’s book opens in the final minutes of Nov. 27, 1989 — moments after the Giants lost a heartbreaker to the San Francisco 49ers, 34-14, at Candlestick Park.
After the crucial game, televised to the country on Monday Night Football, Parcells had to relive the loss by reading the injury report as the team headed back to New Jersey on a charter flight while beginning to plan for Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles, led by coach Buddy Ryan and quarterback Randall Cunningham.
The Giants were a mess: Quarterback Phil Simms had re-injured his ankle; nose tackle Erik Howard had lower-back spasms; wide receiver Lionel Manuel, a twisted knee; tackle Jumbo Elliott, a swollen ankle; running back Dave Meggett, a mild concussion.
And then the biggest concern — Lawrence Taylor, the Giants’ indestructable linebacker, had gone down with an ankle injury. He boarded the charter plane on crutches.
Izenberg was on the Giants’ charter flight, too. For the entire week, he attended, and chronicled every team meeting, every coaching session, and every chalk talk as the Giants prepared for what turned out to be their biggest game of the 1989 season.
The unfettered access takes the reader into a world never seen by football fans. You’ll feel the pressure mount as Parcells and his staff, which includes, defensive and offensive coordinators Bill Belichick and Ron Erhardt, and their assistants Tom Coughlin, Romeo Crennel, Al Groh, Ray Handley, Fred Hoaglin, Lamar Leachman, Johnny Parker, Mike Pope, and Mike Sweatman work overtime trying to devise a plan to stop the Eagles.
Now living in Henderson, Nev., with his wife Aileen, Izenberg is still producing topical sports columns and social commentary as columnist emeritus at The Star-Ledger.
Milestones are nothing new for this Newark native. He is one of only two daily newspaper columnists to have covered the first 53 Super Bowls, not to mention 54 consecutive Kentucky Derby races and the last five Triple Crown-winning horses. No one covered more of Muhammad Ali’s fights than he, dating back to the 1960 Olympics.
The recipient of the Red Smith Award, which is bestowed annually by the Associated Press Sports Editors to a writer or editor who has made major contributions to sports journalism, Izenberg is a five-time winner of the New Jersey Sportswriter of the Year Award. He is an inductee in 17 Halls of Fame, including the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame, the International Boxing Hall of Fame, and the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.
Izenberg has been inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame, the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame, the New Jersey Literary Hall of Fame, the Rutgers-Newark Athletic Hall of Fame, and the Rutgers Hall of Fame of Distinguished Alumni.
Best-selling books he has authored include: “Once There Were Giants: The Golden Age of Heavyweight Boxing” and “Rozelle: A Biography.” He released his first novel, the well-received “After the Fire: Love and Hate in the Ashes of 1967,” in 2020, at age 90.
Izenberg founded Newark Project Pride, which promoted an annual college football game during its 29 years and raised the funds to send 1,100 local kids to college.
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WASHINGTON - The House Oversight Committee has subpoenaed the firearms manufacturer Smith & Wesson for key documents related to the company's sale and marketing of AR-15-style firearms after it failed to produce sufficient documents and information requested by the committee and the company's CEO refused to appear before Congress last month.
The letter transmitting notice of the subpoena to Smith, and reviewed by The Washington Post, highlighted the incomplete figures provided to the Oversight Committee by Smith & Wesson so far - and key gaps in the company's metrics.
"While your company refused to provide information specific to AR-15-style rifles, the limited information provided shows that your company brought in at least $125 million from AR-15 style rifles in 2021 alone," the committee's chairwoman, Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., writes about the need for a subpoena for the company that manufactured the assault rifle used by the gunman who opened fire on a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Ill., killing seven and injuring 46 people.
Overall, the committee found that the five leading gun manufacturers under investigation raked in over "$1 billion in revenue over the past decades" through sales of AR-15-style rifles, according to Maloney, and that Smith & Wesson reported a record $1.1 billion in overall sales in the company's latest annual earnings report - the highest in its 170-year history.
Maloney writes that Smith & Wesson informed the committee that it "makes no effort to track or monitor injury, deaths, or crimes associated with AR-15-style rifles you manufacture, even though this data is included in a tracing process run by the Bureau of Alchohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives."
President and chief executive Mark Smith initially agreed to appear before the committee, according to Maloney, but reversed course over concerns that he would be "the only industry CEO to appear." Despite assurances from his counsel that Smith would be "willing" to appear in a future hearing featuring representation from the industry, he ultimately declined to appear at the July 27 hearing where executives from Sturm, Ruger & Co. and Daniel Defense appeared.
"Your counsel stated for the first time that you would be 'out of town' and 'unavailable to testify' every day until Congress went out of session for the month-long district work period in August," Maloney writes.
During that hearing, those other executives defended their products and ownership of powerful rifles, arguing that the issue was the people who used those weapons to inflict mass deaths.
The committee, which launched its investigation in May, released a report ahead of the hearing that criticized the gun companies for the ways they promoted guns, including "marketing to children, preying on young men's insecurities and even appealing to violent white supremacists," Maloney said during the hearing. | https://www.unionleader.com/news/politics/national/house-panel-subpoenas-gun-manufacturer-of-weapon-used-in-highland-park/article_0aa9bec4-a468-548e-9c93-3451c486455a.html | 2022-08-02T15:05:26Z | https://www.unionleader.com/news/politics/national/house-panel-subpoenas-gun-manufacturer-of-weapon-used-in-highland-park/article_0aa9bec4-a468-548e-9c93-3451c486455a.html | true |
Some cautionary economic signals are gaining strength in California just a month after Gov. Gavin Newsom and state lawmakers adopted a record-breaking $308 billion budget.
The Golden State is more likely than not to collect less from personal income, sales and corporation taxes than the $210 billion assumed in the 2022-23 budget, according to a Monday report from the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office, which advises lawmakers on fiscal issues.
The report notes, however, that “significant uncertainty” remains, and the state could ultimately end up collecting anywhere from $25 billion less than anticipated to as much as $15 billion more — likely ending up about $5 billion below projections.
A recent report from the state Department of Finance offers a similarly mixed outlook: For the first time since the pandemic struck in early 2020, California’s tax revenues in June fell short of projections rather than exceeding them. Cash receipts came in about $2.4 billion less than expected, largely due to lower proceeds from the personal income tax.
- H.D. Palmer, a finance department spokesperson, told me Monday that although more data is needed to make “long-term extrapolations,” the June numbers suggest that Californians paying their taxes quarterly — who tend to make most of their money from capital gains and stock options — are seeing “a lot of clouds on the horizon” due to rising inflation and interest rates, persistent supply chain issues and global market instability caused by Russia’s war on Ukraine.
- Palmer said the two reports underscore “the importance of the actions that we’ve taken” to use California’s budget surplus “sensibly” by expanding reserves and paying down debt, rather than “embarking on a major expansion of state programs … that may very well not be sustainable.”
- He added: “It’s something to be mindful of as we consider this final month of the legislative session in terms of … any major potential new financial commitments. … Certainly the administration has one eye on this as we’re looking at the legislation that’s moving.”
Indeed, Newsom cited California’s progressive tax structure in announcing his opposition to Proposition 30, a November ballot measure that would raise taxes on residents earning more than $2 million to fund a variety of climate programs.
- Newsom: “California’s tax revenues are famously volatile, and this measure would make our state’s finances more unstable — all so that special interests can benefit.”
In other state economic news: The California State Teachers’ Retirement System, which provides pensions for hundreds of thousands of public school teachers, reported a 1.3% loss on investments for the fiscal year ending June 30 — its first annual loss since the Great Recession in 2009. The news came not long after its fellow pension fund, the California Public Employees’ Retirement System, posted a preliminary 6.1% loss on investments, also its first negative return since 2009.
- CalSTRS Chief Investment Officer Christopher Ailman: “As long-term investors, we think in terms of decades. One-year returns are akin to the pace of running a mile during a marathon. In a very challenging and unusual market environment where both equities and bonds were down double digits, our diversified portfolio mitigated losses.”
- California’s net liability for retiree health and dental benefits had reached $95.51 billion as of June 30, 2021, up from $95.19 billion the year before, according to a Monday report from State Controller Betty Yee. In a statement, Yee said the report gave her “cautious optimism” that California is on track to achieving full funding: The “minimal growth in year-to-year net liability is incredibly encouraging,” even as inflation “remains a global concern,” she said. | https://www.chicoer.com/2022/08/02/is-california-headed-for-an-economic-downturn/ | 2022-08-02T15:06:16Z | https://www.chicoer.com/2022/08/02/is-california-headed-for-an-economic-downturn/ | true |
(The Hill) — The son of one of the defendants sentenced in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot said in an interview Tuesday that he believed former President Donald Trump should also be in prison for his role in the attack.
Jackson Reffitt, whose father, Guy Reffitt, was sentenced to over seven years in prison Monday after his son tipped off federal investigators for his role in the Capitol riot, was asked on CNN’s “New Day” about his thoughts after the network earlier played a clip of his sister saying that Trump “deserves life in prison if my father’s in prison for this long.”
“Absolutely. When she said that, I was flabbergasted. Not only was I so impressed with her, but she was so right. I mean, my dad was used as a puppet, and thousands of families have been and whether you deny or agree with that, it’s just … it’s facts at this point,” he said.
“It is disgusting to see that someone with practically money and social power can just get away with manipulating thousands of people just for whatever reason and have no outcome.”
Guy Reffitt was sentenced to seven years and three months, the longest sentence given to someone convicted in connection with the riot, after he was convicted earlier this year of obstructing the 2020 presidential election certification conducted by Congress and threatening his children against reporting him to authorities, among other charges.
He was a member of the Texas Three Percenters militia group and did not enter the Capitol on the day of the attack, but prosecutors said that he intended to target Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and was wearing body armor and carrying a Smith & Wesson pistol when he was on the Capitol grounds, according to The Associated Press.
Jackson Reffitt said on Tuesday he did not regret turning his father in to federal authorities.
“Absolutely not,” Jackson Reffitt answered when asked if he had second thoughts about his decision.
“But it still bears the guilt that he is his own person and he has made his own choices, but he’s also been pretty much manipulated into making those choices, and it pains me that he is still responsible for his actions.” | https://www.wane.com/news/capitol-hill-rioters-son-says-trump-should-also-be-in-prison/ | 2022-08-02T15:07:46Z | https://www.wane.com/news/capitol-hill-rioters-son-says-trump-should-also-be-in-prison/ | true |
Former Maryland men’s basketball star Len Bias was among six local sports icons to be named to the Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2022 on Tuesday morning.
Bias is joined by former Maryland football standout Darryl Hill, lacrosse legend Dave Cottle, former Negro Leagues baseball star Leon Day, tennis Grand Slam champion Fred McNair IV and former golfer Marty West III as inductees. Former Maryland men’s basketball coach Gary Williams will receive the inaugural Coaches Legacy Award, while former Towson men’s lacrosse coach Carl Runk will be named the John F. Steadman Lifetime Achievement Honoree.
The Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame Foundation was established to celebrate Marylanders’ outstanding accomplishments and promote the ideals as well as the traditions of Maryland athletics and athletes. The 61st Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place Oct. 13 at Martin’s West in Baltimore.
Bias, one of the best players in Maryland history, played for the Terps from 1982 through 1986 and ranks third in program history in career points (2,149). Bias, a two-time Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year winner, averaged 16.4 and 5.7 rebounds per game during his career.
As a senior, the 6-foot-8 forward averaged 23.2 points and seven rebounds. Bias was drafted second overall by the Boston Celtics in the 1986 NBA draft before his tragic death due to cocaine intoxication two days later.
Hill’s induction comes a year after Maryland dedicated the Jones-Hill House, the state-of-the-art football facility, to him and former men’s basketball player Billy Jones. Hill made history in 1963 when he broke the color barrier for football at Maryland and the Atlantic Coast Conference, becoming the first Black man to receive an athletic scholarship for any sport from any school south of the the Mason-Dixon line.
Hill, 78, who transferred to Maryland in 1962 from Navy, where he was the first Black man to play football, set then-Maryland single-game records for receptions with 10 against Clemson, along with a then-ACC season record for touchdown catches in a season with seven.
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Day, who grew up in Southwest Baltimore and died in 1995, starred in the Negro Leagues from 1934 to 1952 with the Baltimore Black Sox — whom he joined at 17 — Brooklyn and Newark Eagles, Homestead Grays and Philadelphia Stars. Day, a member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, was a nine-time All-Star and threw a no-hitter during opening day in 1946 despite missing two seasons serving in the Army in World War II.
McNair, a four-time tennis All-American at the University of North Carolina, turned pro in 1973, winning the French Open and Masters Grand Prix among 18 doubles titles. McNair, 72, and Sherwood Stewart were ranked No. 1 in the world in 1975 and 1976.
Cottle was a three-time All-American lacrosse player at Salisbury, recording 179 goals and 123 assists from 1975 to 1978. He spent nearly 30 years coaching lacrosse at Loyola Maryland and Maryland before serving in various roles with the Chesapeake Bayhawks over the past decade before the league merged with the Premier Lacrosse League in 2020. Cottle helped the Bayhawks win Major League Lacrosse championships.
West, 74, qualified for 38 U.S. Golf Association championships, including 19 U.S. amateur championships, and won 26 Maryland State Golf Association championships, two Washington Metro championships, seven Middle Atlantic Golf Association championships and 52 club championships. Last year he was among the first class of inductees in the newly formed Maryland Golf Hall of Fame.
Williams, 77, will receive the coaches award after going 461-252 from 1989 to 2011 with the Terps, guiding them to the 2022 national title. Williams, who was a point guard at Maryland from 1964 to 1967 and was inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame in 2014, is the Terps’ all-time winningest men’s basketball coach.
Meanwhile, Runk will be honored for a 31-year lacrosse career at Towson, where he compiled a 261-161 record.
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Additional trackers and enhanced features are now available
CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rand McNally, a leader in commercial transportation and innovative fleet technology, today launched an expanded asset tracker lineup – all now available on the company's flexible Rand Platform.
Along with a solar-powered tracker and a battery-driven version, the company is now offering a wired option for customers who require constant location tracking with alerts/pings every two minutes.
"We have customers who transport very high-value cargo and need to know where it is at all times," explained Adam Ricketts, V.P. of Product at Rand McNally. "We were able to develop this wired solution and get it running on the Rand Platform, which enables even more access to key information such as external temperature and humidity readings."
The wired tracker, the TrueTrack® W110, connects and supplies pings every two-minutes as a standard offering. The industries' average ping rates on wireless trackers can range anywhere from once every 30 minutes to once per day – depending upon need and situation.
Voyager Express, a Detroit-based trucking firm with close ties to the automotive industry, has been using the Rand McNally's wired trackers on the new, best of class Rand Platform. The company uses drop-and-hook trailers that transport high-value automotive parts so it's critical to know where the trailers are – not just the trucks pulling them – at all times.
"We're 100% installed and it's pretty sweet – it lets me know where all my assets are and whether they are tracking to plan," said Tim Reilly, V.P. at Voyager Express.
Using the Rand Platform, Reilly is able see not only where his trailers are at any time, but also whether they are on schedule for their deliveries.
"The asset trackers are doing work in the background – letting me know if a trailer isn't going to get to its destination, because of traffic," he explained. "If everything is running on time, the asset on the screen shows green. If there's a change, it goes to yellow. So, now I just need to focus on the assets that are red."
All Rand McNally trackers are in stock and available for shipment.
In June, Rand McNally announced that its Rand Video Telematics (RVT) solution was available on the company's new platform. An API-first solution, the Rand Platform features technology that reduces risks, accelerates development, allowing for flexibility and quick innovation.
Fleets that use both asset tracking and the RVT package, which includes road-facing and cab-facing cameras, can view drivers, assets, and vehicles on the same screen, via a single sign on.
With the added features that the Rand Platform offers, customers have access to:
- The platform's innovative and easy drag-and-drop workflow tool that can be anything the customer needs – no need to select from prescribed metrics, reports, or alerts.
- Enhanced reporting and dashboard views of advance fleet tracking features such as details from vehicle "breadcrumb" trails, geofences, and more.
- The ability to create a freeform geofence unconstrained by "polygon" shapes.
More current products, as well as new Rand McNally solutions, will be integrated into the platform in coming months, simplifying vehicle, asset, and driver management for fleets.
Launch of the Rand Platform and the TrueTrack® W110 wired asset trackers were enabled by TELEO Capital, which acquired Rand McNally in Q4 2020 with a pledge to significantly increase its investment in best-in-class solutions for the transportation and logistics market.
To learn more about Rand McNally's Asset Trackers, Rand Video Telematics (RVT) and the Rand Platform, contact Rand McNally at +1-800-789-6277 or visit https://fleet.randmcnally.com/.
About Rand McNally – Chicago-based Rand McNally makes journeys better through innovative solutions that improve the movement of people and goods.
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Many people aren’t concerned about their online privacy. But hackers, corporations, and governments track your online activity and collect your personal information. Surfing the internet anonymously is challenging so let’s talk about the best web browsers for privacy and security.
Mainstream browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge are known to record user data and track activity. Instead, you should use one of the many alternative browsers out there. So let’s explore the best options for all your devices.
What Makes a Browser Private and Secure?
There are several features you should be looking for in a browser to make sure you choose the best option. Here are the most important ones:
1. Adblocker. A good adblocker is a must. Although you can always install one as an add-on, it’s even more convenient when a browser already has it built-in.
2. Fingerprinting protection. Believe it or not, some websites use browser fingerprinting to track you and your online activities. This way they can gather information about you without using cookies. There are private browsers out there that offer fingerprinting protection.
3. Auto delete cookies. This feature is not available in all browsers, but you can always install an auto cookie removal extension for browsers. This feature deletes all the cookies from websites and apps you visited, as soon as you close your browser.
4. Customizability. Some browsers have various privacy features and the helpful option to customize them. Tweaking your browser’s privacy to your liking will allow you to be flexible if needed. It will also influence the speed of your browser.
5. HTTPS Everywhere. HTTPS websites are the most secure out there and you will often be advised to access only those. The private browsers that have the HTTPS Everywhere feature will always connect you to the safest version of the website you are looking at.
6. Open source. Your browser doesn’t need to be open-source, but those that offer better browser security and privacy. If you are into programming, open-source browsers will allow you to inspect their code and search for vulnerabilities or bugs on your own.
7. Cross-device privacy. Not all privacy browsers run on multiple platforms. If you want one that does, you should search for cross-device functionality. Such browsers will allow you to share tabs, web pages, and even bookmarks between your PC, smartphone, or tablet. They will also offer the same level of privacy and security on all devices.
Best Privacy-Focused Browsers
Find the most private and secure browser that comes with built-in privacy features. Check our choices below and let us know which one you consider the best.
1. Tor
Tor is infamous for being used to browse the dark web. But don’t be scared; you can also use Tor to browse the surface web just like any other browser.
Tor encrypts all your internet traffic and keeps your activity private. Even ISPs can only see that you’re connecting through the Tor network without having access to your browsing history. Tor uses three nodes where each node can only decrypt a part of the traffic. However, this complicates the connection between the nodes and influences the browser’s speed. As a result, it can sometimes be slower than other browsers.
The Tor browser focuses on privacy but could do better on security features. It will block some of the plug-ins you might want to install and doesn’t have anti-malware protection. The privacy settings are not easy to understand, and it is best not to change them unless you are an experienced Tor user.
The Tor browser is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
2. Brave
A Chromium-based browser, Brave is very light but offers many interesting privacy features. Besides a built-in ad blocker, it also has an integrated password manager that will allow you to keep all your online accounts safe. Brave also features one-click fingerprinting, tracking protection, and a script blocker.
Although Brave is an open-source browser, some people don’t trust its Chromium base as Google develops it. The Brave browser also gives the advantage to the ads that bring profit to Brave itself rather than to the websites you visit.
Brave was also in the news for automatically finishing URLs that led to cryptocurrency websites through their affiliate links. This means that Brave was directly earning from certain websites, raising the question of how reliable the browser is. This is not a privacy breach per se, but it is an issue with Brave’s transparency.
Brave is available for Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android.
3. Mozilla Firefox
Mozilla Firefox is a popular mainstream browser that is lightweight and convenient due to its easy-to-use design. It is also an open-source browser, and over the years, its code has been thoroughly investigated by various programmers and enthusiasts. So far, they haven’t found any doggy code lines that would jeopardize privacy.
Firefox’s private browsing mode includes phishing, malware, anti-fingerprinting, and tracking protection. But to be completely private, Firefox users should always turn off the telemetry function as it sends your data to Mozilla. This is easily done as the browser offers detailed customization.
Mozilla Firefox is available for Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android.
4. DuckDuckGo
DuckDuckGo is a search engine with a stand-alone browser for mobile phones. The PC browser is in development, and PC users are eagerly waiting for it. The company has not yet published plans to deal with privacy issues like fingerprinting. Still, users trust them because of their DuckDuckGo Privacy Essentials extension that you can already install on your web browser.
This extension will turn your regular browser into a privacy-focused one. It forces all websites you visit to use their HTTPS version if available. Through it, the DuckDuckGo Privacy Essentials establishes an encrypted connection with the websites and allows you to see their privacy scores.
DuckDuckGo is available for Android and iOS as a browser and as an extension for desktop browsers regardless of the operating system.
5. Vivaldi
Vivaldi is another Chromium-based browser with lots of privacy features. It also lets you have multiple default search engines with different privacy and security settings. This is handy if you want to set up both regular and private browser modes. Each can have different settings.
Vivaldi fends off the keylogger by disabling the idle Application Programming Interface (API). That means that the websites will not be able to ask you for permission to use API, known for being abused for behavioral tracking. Moreover, Vivaldi will provide you with a backup encryption key if you lose or forget your encryption password.
Vivaldi is available for Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android.
6. Chromium
Chromium is an open-source web browser with its source code available to everyone. But this is probably why Chromium is not as user-friendly a browser as Google Chrome. You will have to do a lot of manual customization to make it run smoothly and to your liking.
Chromium has the most frequent updates. A new one is released almost every day! This is a fantastic feature that will prevent any privacy vulnerabilities. However, all update installations have to be performed manually. This is what puts people off when it comes to Chromium. To maintain privacy and stay secure, you have to search for updates and install them actively.
Chromium is available for Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android.
7. Epic
The Epic browser comes with all its privacy features turned on by default. It will automatically block ads, cookies, and trackers. Its default search engine is DuckDuckGo. But that doesn’t mean you can’t change the settings of Epic. You can, but always at the expense of privacy and security.
Epic is standing firm behind its privacy and security focus. This browser has no spell-check, auto-fill, or auto-syncing. It also doesn’t allow the installation of plug-ins. It doesn’t store your browser history or log-in details either. It also blocks RTC calls so your IP address is never revealed.
Epic is one of the best browsers for privacy out there, but it might be too restrictive and difficult to use. This browser is also Chromium-based and since Google developed Chromium, there is no 100% guarantee it’s completely safe.
Epic is available for Windows and macOS.
8. Iridium
Iridium isn’t the most popular browser out there, but it offers solid privacy features. This browser will block all third-party cookies, purge the website data after it’s closed, has no telemetry, and doesn’t store your passwords by default. Iridium allows public access to its Git repositories so anyone can check on them.
Being Chromium-based, Iridium is compatible with most Chrome browser extensions, but their installation might influence the privacy and security of the browser. There are some compatibility issues with plugins when certain websites are opened.
Iridium has irregular updates, and they have to be installed manually. This cumbersome task puts off many users.
Iridium is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
9. Apple Safari
Safari is a well-known internet browser developed by Apple. It is also performing well when it comes to privacy and security. In the private mode, DuckDuckGo is its default search engine. It also boasts machine learning privacy protection and anti-fingerprinting options. The fact that it runs each tab in a separate sandbox, so your data is protected from malicious codes designed to access it.
Safari based its rendering engine on an open-source WebKit framework. But the rest of the browser uses closed-code, and anything could be hidden within it. This doesn’t make Apple Safari the most reliable privacy option out there. After all, Apple was already amidst controversy when it was discovered that it collects its users’ browser history.
Available for macOS and iOS.
10. Opera
Opera seems like a good choice for people concerned with their security. However, when it comes to privacy, it sometimes falls short. It comes with a free built-in VPN. Although this is not the best thing for privacy, the Opera developers state that theirs is a no-logging VPN. This is a feature you should always look for when you are choosing a VPN, paid or free.
What they don’t say is that Opera doesn’t have a real VPN but a proxy that will work only in the browser. That means that your IP address won’t be cloaked at all times.
Opera has built-in ad and tracker blocks that are turned on by default. However, it doesn’t have anti-fingerprinting protection. That is not a problem when you turn on its VPN proxy feature, as it will create a nearly unique fingerprint. This should be good enough protection against data collection.
Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android platforms.
Enjoy Private Browsing
Everyone from companies to government agencies is after your data. Unfortunately, surfing in incognito mode won’t give you a private web browsing experience. Web browsers collect tons of information through cookies, trackers, ads, and your IP address. If you want to avoid Big Brother, start using one of the private web browsers on this list.
That said, a private browser isn’t enough for complete privacy protection. You should also start using anonymous email services and a reliable VPN service. Finally, hide the digital breadcrumbs you leave behind and keep your browsing history to yourself. | https://www.online-tech-tips.com/software-reviews/best-web-browsers-for-privacy/ | 2022-08-02T15:16:23Z | https://www.online-tech-tips.com/software-reviews/best-web-browsers-for-privacy/ | true |
Sussex Police has launched a murder investigation after the death of Stephen Harrington, 47.
He was found critically wounded on some land in Marlpit Lane, Woodmancote, on July 23, at about 11.10am.
The 47-year-old dad was flown by air ambulance to Southampton General Hospital but died two days later surrounded by loved ones.
In a statement via Sussex Police, Mr Harrington’s family said: ‘Stephen, our son, brother, husband, father, nephew, uncle, and dear friend, was taken from us in a cruel and brutal way on July 23, 2022.
‘His death has left us all devastated and heartbroken, with a hole in our lives that can never be filled.
‘Stephen was a loving, doting father that prized every moment he spent with his daughter.
‘He was hard-working and a devoted husband to his wife. Stephen’s love for his mother and sisters was unwavering and clear for all to see.
‘He loved and is loved by all his nieces, nephews, and aunties, who will always miss Uncle Steve.
‘He was a fiercely loyal and fun friend. If you ever needed him for anything, all you had to do was ask and he would be there.
‘We are all going to have to learn to live with never seeing his smile, hearing his laugh, or just spending time with him again.
‘If anyone has any information that can help get justice for Stephen, please find it in your hearts to come forward – if not for our family, do it for the kind and loving man who will never see his daughter grow up or walk her down the aisle. Do it for Stephen.’
The family are still be supported by specialist officers.
Three men have been charged with murder in an ongoing investigation, and are due to appear at Portsmouth Crown Court tomorrow .
They are Joseph Butler, 22, of Priors Leaze Lane, Hambrook; Tarin Hopkins, 20, of Common Road, Hambrook; and Thomas Goldring, 20, of no fixed address.
Sussex police detectives are still appealing for witnesses to come forward.
They are advised to call 101, quoting Operation Bridport, to submit a report online, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. | https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/crime/emsworth-murder-devastated-family-pay-tribute-to-devoted-and-fiercely-loyal-dad-and-family-man-stephen-harrington-who-died-following-assault-3790520 | 2022-08-02T15:19:03Z | https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/crime/emsworth-murder-devastated-family-pay-tribute-to-devoted-and-fiercely-loyal-dad-and-family-man-stephen-harrington-who-died-following-assault-3790520 | true |
GARRETT, Ky. (AP) — This tiny sliver of a town off a state highway in eastern Kentucky has been home to Brenda Francis and her husband, Paul, for decades.
Paul Francis was born 73 years ago in this house, a yellow and brown one-story, which like many dwellings in Garrett is nestled in a valley between tall, forested hills. The retired school teacher loves it here, and the couple was gifted the house by his parents about 40 years ago.
But after another flood — this one maybe the worst they’ve seen — Brenda Francis said she is done. She joins many others in this corner of Appalachia who see this latest disaster as a devastating blow to their lifestyle. Some say they’re considering moving away, despite their deep roots.
Francis, 66, said her husband wants to stay: “But not me. I don’t want to live here no more, and he knows it. So we’re going to be getting out of here.”
Kentucky’s Appalachian region has known hardship. The coal economy withered away and took the good-paying jobs with it. The opioid crisis flooded towns with millions of pain pills. Prospects were so bleak that many people left, cutting the population in many counties by double digit percentages in the past two decades. In the Francis’ home county of Floyd, the population has declined by 15% since 2000. And household annual income in many of the counties hit hardest by last week’s flooding is a little more than half the national average of about $65,000.
But many stayed, held by ties to their communities, families and their history here. The flooding that hit the area last week is making even some of those stalwarts reconsider, especially in and around Garrett, a community of about 1,300 people that was founded by a coal company in the early 1900s.
The region’s strong social fabric and familial connections give pause to people considering moving away from home, said Ann Kingsolver, an Appalachian Studies professor at the University of Kentucky.
“Social capital is really important,” Kingsolver said in an email message. “Those are the resources that people have through investing in social networks of kin and neighbors over many years— a kind of wealth beyond monetary value.”
When the 2008 financial crisis hit, she said, many young people moved back to rural communities in Appalachia because they had a place to live and child care options.
Kingsolver said there is little available rental or motel space in those rural areas, but flooding victims often get help and shelter from relatives and neighbors nearby.
Pam Caudill lives on the same street as her son, who’s been a big help since the floodwaters reached 4 feet (1.2 meters) high in her home in Wayland, just a few minutes from Garrett.
Her husband died of a heart attack in May, and the flooding has tested her resolve to remain in her small town.
“I have thought about it, but here’s the thing: It took everything that me and my husband could do to buy a house,” she said, weeping. “It’s hard to let go of something that you worked so hard for.”
So she and her son will instead see what can be salvaged in her home and hope the foundation remains solid.
“It was my husband’s home; it’s my children’s home,” said Caudill, who temporarily relocated to a state park shelter over the weekend. “Wayland the town has always been their home.”
Two miles outside Garrett, 104-year-old Annis Clark rode out the storm on her own as she lost electricity and her basement flooded. She and her husband built their house in the ’50s, and she’s stayed long after he died in the 1980s, her son, Michael Clark said.
“She’s a survivor. I don’t know of any other way to put it,” said Clark, who attended Garrett High School and then moved away to Lexington, where he worked in television production and operations. “I have no doubt she will stay here until she’s done.”
Clark was buying supplies for her Monday in nearby Prestonsburg. He graduated from high school in 1964, and said many of his classmates moved away like he did to seek jobs. In many parts of eastern Kentucky, he said, “unless you wanted to be a (coal) miner, your options would typically be teacher.”
In Garrett, Brenda Francis despaired at the inches of mud that had flowed into the area under their home, which was raised after a flood in the 1950s, when her husband’s parents lived there.
“When you get older, you’re not able to clean all this up. We’re just totally exhausted,” Francis said. “How are we going to get this mud out of here?”
Despite his wife’s frustrations, Paul Francis was cheerfully cleaning up the family homestead, stacking toys in a ’70s pickup truck his father bought brand new. Sloshing around in rubber boots, he smiled as he prepared to hook up a pressure washer to clean mud from his grandchildren’s toys.
Their grandchildren are one of the reasons Brenda Francis wants to move away, to higher ground in Prestonsburg, where the children live. She said they, like many in town, have no flood insurance on their house — but they do have a possible buyer. She’s hoping the fact that the house’s living spaces stayed dry will make it a desirable property.
Her adult sons love the town of Garrett, but “they’re all grown and got their own families now. They don’t want to come back here,” she said as her husband’s pressure washer hummed in the background.
“Who would want to come?” she said. “It still floods here.” | https://pix11.com/news/national-news/ap-national/despite-dangers-deep-roots-make-appalachia-hard-to-leave/ | 2022-08-02T15:19:46Z | https://pix11.com/news/national-news/ap-national/despite-dangers-deep-roots-make-appalachia-hard-to-leave/ | false |
DARWIN, NT — A man returning from Indonesia to Australia was fined thousands of Australian dollars after airport security found several McDonald's food items in the man's luggage after he touched down.
The Australian government said in a statement that the man was singled out by a "biosecurity detector dog" trained to sniff out meat. When security inspected his backpack, they found two egg and beef sausage McMuffins from a Mcdonald's restaurant in Bali and a ham croissant.
The man, who was not identified, faces a fine of $2664 (AUS) — equivalent to about $1843.45 USD — for the smuggled sandwiches. Officially, the infringement notice is for failing to declare potential high biosecurity risk items and providing a false and misleading document.
“This will be the most expensive Maccas meal this passenger ever has," said Murray Watt, the Australian Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. "This fine is twice the cost of an airfare to Bali, but I have no sympathy for people who choose to disobey Australia’s strict biosecurity measures, and recent detections show you will be caught."
McDonald's, called Maccas in Australia, is the world's largest restaurant company, with over 37,000 locations in 120 countries.
Undeclared meat products are banned from coming into Australia to prevent the spread of diseases, such as foot and mouth disease, to the island nation.
Foot and mouth disease is a common children's virus that causes sores in the mouth and a rash on a patient's limbs among a host of other symptoms. It's spread by direct contact with saliva or mucus. More than 200,000 cases are reported each year, but none in Australia -- and Watt said officials want to keep it that way.
The seized meal will be tested for foot and mouth disease and then destroyed, the Australian government said. | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/nation-world/mcdonalds-fine/507-bcbb3f31-0041-43a6-86cc-5933301e9d3a | 2022-08-02T15:20:01Z | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/nation-world/mcdonalds-fine/507-bcbb3f31-0041-43a6-86cc-5933301e9d3a | true |
YREKA, Calif. (AP) — When ash began to fall and his throat was burning from the smoke, Franklin Thom decided it was time to leave the city where he grew up on the edge of the national forest in California.
He made it to a shelter with his daughter and just his medicine, some clothes and his shower shoes. Unlike some others, he was told that he had escaped California’s largest fire of the year with his home still standing.
“Keep your prayers out for us,” said Thom, 55.
At least two people have died and more than 100 homes, sheds and other buildings have burned in the McKinney Fire since it erupted last Friday and the blaze remains out of control, authorities said.
Two bodies were found inside a charred vehicle Sunday in the driveway of a home near the remote community of Klamath River, the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement. Other details weren’t immediately released.
The blaze in Northern California near the state line with Oregon exploded in size to nearly 87 square miles (225 square kilometers), and is the larger of two wildfires burning in the Klamath National Forest. A separate fire northeast of Happy Camp forced evacuations and road closures as it burned out of control Tuesday. Still more fires are raging in the Western U.S., threatening thousands of homes.
In northwestern Montana, a fire that started Friday afternoon near the town of Elmo on the Flathead Indian Reservation measured 20 square miles (52 square kilometers), fire officials said. Some people were forced to flee their homes as gusting afternoon winds drove the fire east.
The Moose Fire in Idaho has burned more than 85 square miles (220 square kilometers) in the Salmon-Challis National Forest while threatening homes, mining operations and fisheries near the town of Salmon. It was 23% contained Tuesday, according to the National Interagency Coordination Center.
And a wildfire raging in northwestern Nebraska led to evacuations and destroyed or damaged several homes near the small city of Gering. The Carter Canyon Fire began Saturday as two separate fires that merged. It was about 10% contained Tuesday.
The California fire started small but exploded over the weekend as thunderstorm cells brought winds gusting to 50 mph (80 kph) at times.
Cloudy weather and some good rain helped firefighters Sunday night and Monday. Bulldozers managed to ring the city of Yreka (Wye-REE’-kuh) with firebreaks, while crews carving out fire lines in steep and rugged terrain also were making progress, fire officials said.
The blaze was holding about 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) from Yreka, a scenic city of around 7,500 people.
“We’ve got the weather,” said Todd Mack, an incident fire commander with the U.S. Forest Service. “We’ve got the horsepower. And we’re getting after it.”
But the weather was a mixed blessing. Weekend lightning also sparked several smaller fires near the McKinney Fire. And despite the much-needed moisture, forests and fields in the region remained bone-dry.
Yreka could see a high of nearly 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32.2 degrees Celsius) on Tuesday, and the National Weather Service issued a red flag warning of extreme fire danger into Tuesday night because of the chance of lightning starting new fires and gusty outflowing winds from thunderstorms powering the flames.
Among those waiting out the fire at the shelter Monday was Paisley Bamberg, 33. She arrived in Yreka a few months ago from West Columbia, South Carolina.
She was living in a motel with her six children, ranging in age from 15 to her 1-year-old twins, when she was told to evacuate.
“I started throwing everything on the top of my truck,” but had to leave many things behind, she said.
Bamberg said she’d just been hired at an Arby’s restaurant and wondered if it will survive the fire.
“There might not be much there when we get back,“ she said. “I don’t know if I have a job. The kids were supposed to start school and I don’t know if the school is still standing.”
“I’m trying to keep up my spirits. I have six little humans that are depending on me,” she said. “I can’t break down or falter.”
About 2,500 people were under evacuation orders but Thom said he knew many people remained in Yreka.
“There’s still a lot of people in town, people who refused to leave,” he said. “A lot of people who don’t have vehicles and can’t go. It’s really sad.”
Thom has lived in Yreka all his life but this was his first time being threatened by a wildfire.
“I never thought it would ever happen,” he said. ‘I thought, ’We’re invincible.’ … This is making a liar out of me.”
Scientists have said climate change has made the West warmer and drier over the last three decades and will continue to make weather more extreme and wildfires more frequent and destructive.
The U.S. Forest service shut down a 110-mile (177-kilometer) section of the famed Pacific Crest Trail in Northern California and southern Oregon. Sixty hikers in that area were helped to evacuate on Saturday, according to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office in Oregon, which aided in the effort.
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Weber reported from Los Angeles. Associated Press reporters Amy Hanson in Helena, Montana; Margery Beck in Omaha, Nebraska; and Keith Ridler in Boise, Idaho, contributed to this report. | https://pix11.com/news/national-news/ap-national/progress-made-in-fight-against-california-fire-that-killed-2/ | 2022-08-02T15:20:20Z | https://pix11.com/news/national-news/ap-national/progress-made-in-fight-against-california-fire-that-killed-2/ | false |
Citi's Clients Will Lower Expenses with the Ability to Donate to Charity
Corporate card benefits drive utilization of T&E cards; enhance corporate and individual philanthropy
ATLANTA, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dinova Inc., the authority in business dining is collaborating with Citi to offer a preferred dining and payment program to Citi's Corporate Card clients in the U.S. A benefit of the collaboration is digital integration between the two companies that enables joint clients to easily share data between Citi and Dinova and allowing for greater personalization and program transparency.
Additional benefits include financial incentives from Dinova in the form of rebates for the enterprise organization, rewards for individual employee cardholders, and the opportunity to support partner charities - a new offering being rolled out as part of the Citi Commercial Cards and Dinova collaboration.
"Citi is proud to be the first Commercial Card program to offer our customers the ability to redeem their Dinova rewards for partner charities, giving cardholders an altruistic choice for how they use their rewards," said Gonca Latif-Schmitt, Global Head of Citi's Commercial Cards.
Dinova unveils the program as business dining returns to 96% of pre-pandemic levels. "With this latest collaboration, we continue to expand the only business dining program available today with very attractive loyalty rewards for employees and strong financial incentives for Citi customers," stated Alison Quinn, CEO of Dinova. "Historically, dining accounted for 18% of a typical company's travel spend but there were no negotiated rates and tracking tools. As businesses return to corporate travel, we are seeing an uptick in interest to manage and offset these costs."
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TRS MP’s son robbed at knifepoint in Hyderabad
Two of the five accused nabbed by police
N. Prithvi Teja, son of Telangana Rashtra Samithi MP from Khammam Nama Nageswara Rao, was robbed by five unidentified persons on Saturday, the police reported on Tuesday.
According to a complaint filed by Mr. Teja, he was stopped by two bike-borne persons on the Tolichowki main road at around 4.30 p.m. on Saturday.
They got into the car, consumed alcohol and physically assaulted him. Later, one of the assailants took over the steering of the luxury vehicle and drove to SR Nagar from Gachibowli via Mehdipatnam and Masab Tank. They had also picked up three of their associates in the car at various points.
The car was driven rashly causing damage to some two-wheelers on the way.
Police said the five accused persons also forced the victim to transfer ₹75,000 to their account via PhonePe.
Mr. Teja, who was at the knife point of the accused in the car till around 11.30 p.m., later approached the Punjagutta police and reported the incident.
The police registered a case of dacoity and opened an investigation.
On Tuesday, police said they had arrested two of the five accused persons in the incident — Salman and Zohair of Tolichowki. They were remanded in judicial custody.
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The Dating App That Filters Potential Matches By Preferred Date Destinations Is On A Mission To Feature Local Businesses And Solve "Small Talk"
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Desti, the dating and social application designed to allow users to filter potential matches based on date destinations, announced today its official launch in Austin, Texas. Desti provides users a first-of-its-kind dating app experience unlike any other platforms on the market by not only saving users from the dreaded "small talk" of existing dating apps, but also by allowing potential matches to identify where and when they plan to meet up in their city.
"It's been about 10 years since dating apps like Tinder and Bumble emerged,'' said John Taylor, CEO of Desti. "In that time the landscape of social media has evolved but they haven't as much. We feel that Desti creates a new lane and is positioned for this generation of users."
Desti's innovative technology gives users control of their own experience by letting them filter who they see based on where they want to go, while simultaneously allowing users to discover hundreds of local businesses through engaging Desti videos. In an effort to drive people to start conversations with other users, Desti has removed the "send like'' feature. By removing the feature to only "like'' people and never start a conversation with them, Desti is on a mission to save users time and energy by avoiding the small talk and rather, starting a natural social conversation.
"When developing Desti, our goal was to create a distinctive user experience that offered at least 10 times more efficiency than competitors," said Nick Dominguez, COO and Lead Designer/Developer of Desti. "We decided to bet on short form video being the future and provide people a way to communicate with far less friction. If you take a look at any woman's dating app inbox it's not hard to see the issue. I looked to books I read like Zero to One by Peter Thiel for capitalizing on the last movers advantage."
Desti was created with single women's best interest in mind. Managing any current dating app is a full time job, and between drowning in small talk, boring dead-end conversations, terrible one-liners, and flakey matches that never go anywhere, Desti's founders saw there was clear friction in communication. Desti wants to bridge the gap between matching with someone and never conversing with them, and help foster real relationships.
"Desti's mission to shift online dating towards in-person dating is a change we can all get behind," said Julia Chesbrough, designer at Desti and former designer at Hinge. "When I heard that Desti wanted to bring people off of their phones and into the real world, pushing people to meet their matches in real life, I was really excited. Having worked in the dating app industry before, I knew just how difficult it was to motivate people to get outside their comfort zones and onto a date."
Desti launched on the App Store on July 31, 2022 for all smartphone users in the Austin area on iOS.
Desti is a first-of-its-kind dating and social app that gives users the control over their own experience by letting them filter who they see based on where they want to go. The goal is for (mainly women) to save time and energy to avoid the "Hey what's up" and start with the sushi place they love. In addition to offering a more ideal start to any conversation, it is important to Desti to allow users to discover exciting places in their city through in-house TikTok-style videos.
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Hundreds remain unaccounted for after last week's flooding that has killed more than three dozen in eastern Kentucky, the governor says -- and heat will soon compound the challenges for searchers already hindered by inaccessible roads and bridges.
As rescue and recovery crews worked to reach isolated areas Monday, the number of people confirmed dead in last week's flooding rose to 37, Gov. Andy Beshear announced. The death toll is expected to rise.
"We are still looking for people, and sadly we are still finding those bodies," Beshear told CNN on Monday evening.
Rescue efforts have been complicated by washed-out infrastructure, officials say. Though cell service is being restored, some areas are still without it, leaving many unable to contact loved ones or emergency services.
Stifling heat won't help. Wednesday will be the driest day of the week, but that will allow temperatures to climb into the 90s. Because of the humidity it will feel like nearly 100 degrees, CNN meteorologists say.
"We still have back roads and county roads that are broken off, and our bridges are out. And so it's really difficult to get to some of the most remote places," Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman told CNN Monday.
The challenges make it "nearly impossible" to get a grasp of the exact number of people still missing, Beshear said Monday.
Since it began last week, the flooding has devastated several counties and displaced scores of people from their homes. The strong floodwaters wiped houses from their foundations, snatched away entire livelihoods such as farms and businesses, and left residents with catastrophic damage to their properties, vehicles and belongings.
Rescue crews have been battling the weather for days as they work to reach trapped residents.
In one stunning video, an 83-year-old woman is seen being airlifted to safety by a Blackhawk helicopter in Breathitt County. A rescue team learned that she and four other family members were trapped in an attic Thursday, Wolfe County Search & Rescue Team spokesperson Drew Stevens told CNN.
The woman was unharmed, Stevens said, but a male family members suffered a broken collar bone and was taken to the hospital. He has since been released.
The disaster also knocked out essential power and water utilities, which repair crews have been struggling to restore because of dangerous flood conditions. At least 7,000 customers in eastern Kentucky were still without power early Tuesday morning, according to PowerOutage.us.
More than 25,000 service connections were without water Monday and an additional 44,119 were under a boil water advisory, according to the governor's office. Twenty-two water systems and 17 wastewater systems were operating at a limited capacity, the office said.
State grieving after several catastrophes
Flooding is just the most recent disaster to strike Kentucky, which has lost more than 16,000 people to the Covid-19 pandemic and is still recovering from a tornado outbreak that tore through the state in December, killing more than 70 people.
Beshear spoke at an event in western Kentucky on Monday for those impacted by the tornadoes and acknowledged that Kentuckians have been impacted across the state by deadly natural disasters.
"The flooding in eastern Kentucky has been hard, just like these tornadoes," he said, adding that natural disasters "tear at the fabric of who we are."
"I was at a breaking point the other night because that happens to all of us -- it's ok not to be ok," Beshear said. "We're going to get through it because we have to. We don't have any other choice."
The death toll from the flooding spans at least five counties and includes four siblings from Knott county who were swept away by the strong current. The children were identified to CNN by their aunt as siblings Chance, 2; Nevaeh, 4; Riley Jr., 6; and Madison, 8.
"I went to the location of what used to be their home yesterday," Beshear said of the family that lost the four children. "I stood there in front of what would have been their front door and I saw one of the kid's swings in the back. I think the oldest one would have been in second grade. They didn't even get the same time on this Earth as my kids have already enjoyed."
The governor launched a relief fund for victims of the flooding and those impacted, the Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund, which will first go toward paying for the funeral expenses of those killed in the disaster. Beshear told CNN that families will not be required to go through an application process to get the funeral funds.
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Minister suggests ASEAN promote role of Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son suggested ASEAN promote the role and values of the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) while addressing a meeting of the SEANWFZ Treaty Commission in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on August 2.
Delegates at the meeting pose for a group photo (Source: baoquocte.vn)
Phnom Penh (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of
Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son suggested ASEAN promote the role and values of the
Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) while addressing a meeting of
the SEANWFZ Treaty Commission in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on August 2.The meeting was the first activity within the 55th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-55) and related meetings.
Son also laid emphasis on the values of the treaty given the current uncertainties, saying ASEAN should make more contributions to international efforts in ensuring nuclear security and safety.
He also called for efforts to seek solutions to the signing of the SEANWFZ protocol.
The participating countries committed to accelerating the implementation of the treaty, acknowledged achievements in the implementation of the Plan of Action (POA) to Strengthen the Implementation of the SEANWFZ, and agreed to extend the plan for 2022-2026.
They welcomed the cooperation between the ASEAN Network of Regulatory Bodies on Atomic Energy (ASEANTOM) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in the research and application of nuclear technology for civil purposes.
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BOSTON, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Liberty Mutual Insurance today announced its membership to the MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium (MCSC), supporting the acceleration and implementation of large-scale, real-world solutions to address climate change. Liberty Mutual joins 17 other member companies in the Consortium's efforts to inspire transformative climate progress across industries and the globe.
"We believe collaboration is a critical component to combatting climate change," said Liberty Mutual Chief Sustainability Officer Francis Hyatt, who will serve on MCSC's industry advisory board. "As an insurer we continually see and learn more about climate change, and we're eager to bring this knowledge to MCSC and help advance the Consortium's important, urgent work."
Liberty Mutual will participate in several workstreams that support MCSC's key objectives:
- To accelerate the introduction of large-scale, feasible solutions to address the threat of climate change.
- To advance proposals regarding sustainability opportunities, training for innovators, regulatory policies, and the development of business models across sectors.
- To catalyze links between academic innovations and commercial scalability.
- To materialize sustainable practices that are action-oriented and incorporate social justice, economic equity, and respect for the environment.
"We are excited to welcome Liberty Mutual to the MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium and look forward to the perspective and expertise they bring from the insurance and risk management industry," said Jeremy Gregory, PhD, Executive Director of the MCSC. "Liberty Mutual will contribute to the dialogue and solutioning currently underway within the Consortium."
As two renowned organizations in Massachusetts, Consortium membership is just the latest step in Liberty Mutual's long-standing relationship with MIT. In 2019, Liberty Mutual launched an artificial intelligence research collaboration with MIT Quest for Intelligence, is a member of the MIT Industrial Liaison Program, and is one of the founding members of the MIT Mobility Initiative.
About Liberty Mutual Insurance
At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.
In business since 1912, and headquartered in Boston, today we are the sixth largest global property and casualty insurer based on 2021 gross written premium. We also rank 78th on the Fortune 100 list of largest corporations in the U.S. based on 2021 revenue. As of December 31, 2021, we had $48.2 billion in annual consolidated revenue.
We employ over 47,000 people in 29 countries and economies around the world. We offer a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, specialty lines, reinsurance, commercial multiple-peril, workers compensation, commercial automobile, general liability, surety, and commercial property.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., landed in Taiwan late Tuesday evening local time, and she is expected to meet members of Taiwan's legislature and President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday, according to a source familiar with planning for her visit.
The highly-anticipated stop has faced stark warnings from China, in turn worrying the White House that it could trigger a crisis in the Taiwan Strait and worsen already tense U.S.-China relations. China sent two Su-35 fighter jets across the Taiwan strait ahead of Pelosi's arrival, according to state broadcaster CCTV, and the spokeswoman for China's foreign ministry said on Twitter, "The US & Taiwan have made provocations together first, whereas China has been compelled to act in self-defense."
The visit was not announced in advance, and it comes as part of Pelosi's tour of Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Japan and South Korea, where she has been leading a small congressional delegation. She is the highest-ranking elected American official to visit Taiwan since then-Speaker Newt Gingrich in 1997. The source familiar with planning for Pelosi's visit says she will be given an award by Taiwan's president and visit a museum before departing on Wednesday.
The island democracy governs itself, but China claims it as its territory. Rumors of Pelosi's visit launched a geopolitical firestorm amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and China.
The Taiwanese government has operated separately from the mainland since nationalists fled there after losing the civil war to communists in 1949. Thirty years later, the U.S. switched diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing, adopting what's known as the "One China" policy, in which Washington acknowledges Beijing's position that Taiwan is a part of China. However, the U.S. has never supported China's claim of sovereignty over Taiwan and maintains a substantial, though unofficial, relationship with the island.
Pelosi penned an opinion piece published by the Washington Post upon her arrival citing the Taiwan Relations Act as establishing a commitment to Taiwan's democracy and defense, adding, "We must stand by Taiwan, which is an island of resilience." She said Taiwan is under threat by the government in Beijing economically, in cyberspace, and potentially by military force.
"In the face of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) accelerating aggression, our congressional delegation's visit should be seen as an unequivocal statement that America stands with Taiwan, our democratic partner, as it defends itself and its freedom," Pelosi wrote.
In response to Pelosi's visit, the Chinese Foreign Ministry released a statement that said, in part, it was a "serious violation of the one-China principle." The ministry added, "It gravely undermines peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, and sends a seriously wrong signal to the separatist forces for 'Taiwan independence.'"
By law, the U.S. is obligated to provide Taiwan with weapons and services. But the U.S. policy of "strategic ambiguity" keeps open the question of whether it would intervene in the case of a military invasion by China. The Biden administration has been accused of mixed messaging on this, after Biden said on multiple occassions that the U.S. would come to Taiwan's defense; a sentiment the White House walked back.
The Chinese government remains adamantly opposed to any official exchanges between Taiwan's government and other foreign governments, and views official American contact with Taiwan as an indication of support for its independence.
Pelosi's trip comes days after Biden and Xi spoke by phone on a wide range of issues, including Taiwan. Biden sought to reassure his Chinese counterpart that U.S. policy hasn't changed, saying it "strongly opposes unilateral efforts to change the status quo or undermine peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait," according to the official U.S. readout of the call.
On Wednesday, Biden told reporters the U.S. military thinks a Taiwan visit by Pelosi is "not a good idea right now."
For her part, Pelosi said "it's important for us to show support for Taiwan," during a press conference on July 21. Her visit got a statement of praise from a group of Republican senators after she landed.
.@SpeakerPelosi to concern over Taiwan trip: "It's important for us to show support for Taiwan. I also think that none of us has ever said we're for independence when it comes to Taiwan. That's up to Taiwan to decide." https://t.co/EGSNESJgPo pic.twitter.com/4PUEAdedXO
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"I also think that none of us has ever said we're for independence when it comes to Taiwan," Pelosi said. "That's up to Taiwan to decide."
'A sensitive time'
"The visit will occur at a sensitive time for Beijing," said Ryan Hass, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution. "It coincides with the PLA (People's Liberation Army) Day, the National Day in honor of the establishment of their military, and it is in the run-up to a leadership conclave this month to talk about plans for the future of China."
It also comes as Xi looks to secure a tradition-breaking third term in office, in an environment where he faces his own political and economic pressures.
"He may particularly feel that he can't be seen as soft on the United States and therefore react even more strongly than he might otherwise," said Bonnie Glaser, director of the Asia Program at the German Marshall Fund of the United States.
Xi reportedly told Biden during their call that "those who play with fire will get burned."
"This quote is the exact same language that he used regarding Taiwan in a previous conversation that he had with President Biden," said Glaser. "That signals to me that he made a deliberate decision not to say something that would be seen as more alarming than in the last phone call that he had."
White House calls for calm
On Monday, China's foreign ministry said China's military would "not sit idly by" if Pelosi visits Taiwan.
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby urged China not to escalate tensions in response to any visit from Pelosi.
"There is no reason for Beijing to turn a potential visit, consistent with longstanding U.S. policy, into some sort of crisis or conflict or use it as a pretext to increase aggressive military activity in or around the Taiwan Strait," Kirby said during a White House briefing Monday afternoon, adding that members of Congress routinely visit Taiwan.
However, Kirby warned that China could respond to such a visit with threatening actions, noting the Chinese military conducted a live-fire exercise near Taiwan over the weekend.
"China appears to be positioning itself to potentially take further steps in the coming days and perhaps over longer time horizons," he said.
Pelosi is a leading China critic
Pelosi has a decades-long record of being hawkish on China and an outspoken advocate for human rights.
In 1991, Pelosi joined a small congressional delegation in Tiananmen Square, two years after the violent protests. She helped unfurl a banner that read: "to those who died for democracy in China." Pelosi, along with two other members of Congress, was subsequently pulled aside for questioning by Chinese police.
"She played a active role in trying to create a path for Chinese political prisoners and dissidents to be able to come to the United States," Hass said. "She has been a longtime champion of Tibet and the Dalai Lama and she rarely misses opportunities to make her views known on Chinese actions that she feels violate American values or American interests."
Pelosi has met with Hong Kong pro-democracy protestors and has been vocal in her support of ethnic Uyghurs, who U.S. officials say have been subjected to a genocide in China's Xinjiang region.
Last year, she oversaw the House approval of legislation imposing economic sanctions on China for goods sold to Americans from the forced labor of Muslim Uyghurs.
"I take second place to no one in the Congress of the United States in my criticism of China," Pelosi said at the time.
Hass said he thinks Beijing is "triggered" by Pelosi's longstanding record along with the "symbolism" of her visiting Taiwan as the person second in the line of presidential succession.
Will China retaliate?
The last major crisis in the Taiwan Strait came in 1995 and 1996, when Taiwan's leader at the time, Lee Teng-hui, sought to visit his alma mater in the U.S. Ultimately, Lee did make the visit, an outraged China retaliated by firing missiles into the waters around Taiwan, and then-President Bill Clinton ordered aircraft carriers into area.
"The argument was 'Chinese communists can't tell the United States who they can grant a visa to,'" Hass described. "Today, the argument is 'Chinese Communists can't tell the speaker of the house where she can travel or who she can meet with.' So we're hearing echoes of the last cross strait crisis."
How Beijing ultimately decides to respond to Pelosi's visit could drastically change U.S.-China relations and regional dynamics moving forward. Predicting Xi's next steps is difficult, as he's weighing various economic, domestic and global political considerations.
"Over the past 10 years, [Xi] has built a political brand for strength, resolve and toughness in the face of American pressure," Hass said. "I don't think in the run-up to a party congress where his future fate will be determined, he will want to do anything that could diminish or degrade that brand that he's developed."
Bonny Lin, director of the China Power Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said she doesn't anticipate any "direct attacks on the United States or any of our aircrafts or vessels accompanying this visit."
"But there is a risk if China wanted to engage in aggressive maneuvers against U.S. or Taiwan aircraft or vessels, if they wanted to try to fire warning shots at our vessels or our aircraft, then there's a real chance of an accident occurring."
Lin says beyond military means, it's likely China would engage in some form of political or economic retaliation. She says that extends to the world stage, too.
"We should ask the question: is it possible that one potential form of Chinese escalation could be to provide more geopolitical support to Russia? If that's even on the table, then there's a lot of potential impact that the Pelosi visit might have."
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Former President Donald Trump gave a last-minute endorsement in the GOP Senate race, but it's still not clear which candidate he wants to win.
“I trust the Great People of Missouri, on this one, to make up their own minds, much as they did when they gave me landslide victories in the 2016 and 2020 Elections, and I am therefore proud to announce that ERIC has my Complete and Total Endorsement,” Trump said in a statement.
The endorsement led to confusion because there are multiple Erics in the race: Eric Greitens, Eric Schmitt and Eric McElroy.
Greitens and Schmitt were quick to claim Trump was talking about them.
"I am honored to have President Trump's endorsement," Greitens said.
"I’m grateful for President Trump’s endorsement," Schmitt said.
Greitens has the endorsement of Donald Trump Jr., but Schmitt has opened up a lead in the polls.
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One of the leading financial market publications has acknowledged the Company's ESG and investor relations programs, as well as the performance of its executives
SÃO PAULO, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JBS was the winner in all categories in the ranking of the Institutional Investor's Latin America Executive Team Ranking - Food and Beverages awards. The awards ceremony is organized by Institutional Investor magazine globally acknowledged for its importance in the financial market. JBS beat 33 other major companies in the food and beverage industry in Latin America, which are part of the ranking produced by the publication.
Unanimous in the overall Food and Beverages ranking, JBS took the individual prizes for "Best CEO", with Gilberto Tomazoni; "Best CFO", with Guilherme Cavalcanti; and "Best IR Professional", with Christiane Assis, investor relations officer. The company was also acknowledged in categories like "Best ESG Program", "Best IR Team", "Best IR Program", "Best Event for Investors and Analysts" and "Crisis Management – Covid-19".
The result in 2022 is the consolidation of the work of the JBS relationship team with the financial market and investors. In the "Best IR Program" and "Best ESG Program" the company leapt, respectively, from seventh and sixth positions in the 2020 rankings to first place in 2022. In the individual awards, Tomazoni rose from sixth position as Best CEO in the food and beverage industry to first position over the same comparative period. The same also applies to Cavalcanti, who rose from third to first position.
To elect the best professionals and companies in the financial market of Latin America, Institutional Investor magazine interviewed over 900 professionals, including investors and market analysts who voted on questionnaires from 16 sectors. The complete ranking with all sectors and categories can be accessed here.
About JBS
JBS is global leader in protein-based food production. With a global platform diversified by type of products (poultry, pork, beef and lamb), the Company has over 250,000 team members in production units and offices on all continents, in countries like Brazil, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and China, among others. In Brazil, JBS is the country's largest employer, with over 145,000 team members. Worldwide, JBS offers an extensive portfolio of brands recognized for excellence and innovation: Seara, Swift, Pilgrim's Pride, Moy Park, Primo, and Just Bare, among many others, which find their way every day onto the tables of consumers in 190 countries. The Company is investing in correlated businesses like leather, biodiesel, collagen, personal hygiene and cleaning, natural wrapping, solid waste management solutions, recycling, metallic packaging and transport, with emphasis on the circular economy. JBS conducts its operations allocating priority to high quality and food safety, while adopting the best sustainability and animal welfare practices across its entire value chain and, in March 2021 it assumed the commitment to become Net Zero by 2040. This means that JBS will zero the net balance of its greenhouse gas emissions, reducing the intensity of the direct and indirect emissions and offsetting all residual emissions. JBS was the first global company in the protein sector to take on this commitment, with the intention of feeding people around the world in an increasingly sustainable manner.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I created this to honor my military veteran pilots, and aviation lover alike" sand an inventor from Cocoa Beach, FL. "So I invented the RED TAILS uniquely styled, could be used as a toy or souvenir unlike any other product."
This invention attracts instant attention from others with unique style. This safe and portable AC or DC fan would represent and acknowledge war heroes in a very appealing and interesting manner. Innovative design would provide cooling anywhere needed on a counter top desk, or table to keep people comfortable. Invention would be soft enough that if accidentally contacted, there would be no possibility for personal injury.
The original design was submitted to the InventHelp home office. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-AVT-113, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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CONROE, Texas, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sapphire Gas Solutions (Sapphire), a Conroe, Texas-based natural gas solutions provider, announced the acquisition of CLEANCOR Holdings LLC (CLEANCOR), from SEACOR Holdings Inc. (SEACOR) today.
CLEANCOR is a California-based service provider of compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen solutions for industrial, commercial, transportation, and pipeline infrastructure customers across the United States. This move not only expands Sapphire's footprint into the western United States, but it also increases the equipment fleet capacity and provides added service offerings, such as natural gas fueling for the transportation markets.
"The acquisition of CLEANCOR is a natural fit for both companies and will significantly enhance Sapphire's service footprint and capabilities across North America," said Sam Thigpen, CEO of Sapphire Gas Solutions. "We are excited about this acquisition and look forward to continuing the service excellence both companies' customers have come to know."
"I am excited for the combination of CLEANCOR with Sapphire given the complementary fit of the two companies," said Jeff Woods, CEO of CLEANCOR Energy Solutions. "I have tremendous respect for Sam and the Sapphire team and look forward to contributing to the smooth transition of our current operations and growth opportunities."
The acquisition of CLEANCOR complements Sapphire's strategy to provide CNG, LNG, and RNG as a primary and often cleaner fuel source for many different end-users.
Sapphire Gas Solutions is a premier energy management company that provides compressed natural gas, renewable natural gas, and liquefied natural gas solutions to industrial, utility, manufacturing, and other end-use applications across the United States.
CLEANCOR provides compressed natural gas, renewable natural gas, and liquefied natural gas solutions to industrial, utility, transportation, manufacturing, agricultural, and other end-use applications across North America.
SEACOR is a diversified holding company with interests in domestic and international transportation and logistics, crisis and emergency management, and clean fuel and power solutions.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I started thinking about a board game I really wanted to play since I was a kid and decided to create THE TRAP ONE" said inventor from Chicago Il "This is a fun and entertaining game of chance that could be enjoyed by individuals of virtually all ages."
Invention would be easy to play, competitive nature, fun, entertaining, and portability. Would provide a fun game of chance that could be played by family members and friends during leisure time, parties, and get-together at home, as well as during picnics, barbecues, and other such gatherings at remote locations. The games rules would be easy to understand, which would allow individuals of all virtually ages to play the game effectively.
The original design was submitted to the Chicago, IL sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-CCP-1528, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Software, a leading provider of visual collaboration software, has been named to Fast Company's fourth annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list, honoring organizations and businesses that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels.
"It's an honor to see Lucid included on this list, and not just because innovation in all we do is one of our core values," said Dave Grow, CEO at Lucid. "We've worked hard to create a workplace where everyone can discover and develop new ideas, but ultimately, it's a tribute to our incredible team for their dedication and passion in delivering innovative solutions to help today's teams see and build the future."
Developed in collaboration with Accenture, the 2022 Best Workplaces for Innovators ranks 100 winners from a variety of industries. Fast Company editors and Accenture researchers worked together to score nearly 1,500 applications, and a panel of eight eminent judges reviewed and endorsed the top 100 companies. The 2022 awards feature workplaces from around the world.
To see the complete list, go to this page. To learn more about the Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite or to join the Lucid team, visit lucid.co.
About Lucid Software
Lucid Software Inc. offers a leading Visual Collaboration Suite that helps teams see and build the future from idea to reality. With its products—Lucidchart, Lucidspark and Lucidscale—teams can align around a shared vision, clarify complexity, and collaborate visually, no matter where they're located. Top businesses use Lucid's products all around the world, including customers such as Google, GE and NBC Universal. Lucid's partners include industry leaders such as Google, Atlassian and Microsoft. Since the company's founding, it has received numerous awards for its products, business and workplace culture. For more information, visit lucid.co.
About Fast Company
Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with our sister publication Inc., and can be found online at www.fastcompany.com.
About Accenture
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services and Accenture Song — all powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 710,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at accenture.com.
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(The Hill) — Senate Democrats are growing more anxious over maverick Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s (D-Ariz.) five-day silence on a sweeping proposal to reform the tax code, tackle climate change and reduce the federal deficit.
Democratic lawmakers are privately worried that Sinema’s not happy about being left out of the negotiations between Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and centrist Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), which resulted in a surprise announcement last week of a major deal.
News of the deal, which surfaced hours after the Senate passed a $280 billion microchips and science bill, outraged Republican senators, several of whom have a close relationship with Sinema.
Sinema’s office said last week that she would carefully review the legislation before stating a position on it, leaving her Democratic colleagues anxiously waiting.
Manchin acknowledged to reporters Monday that Sinema was left out of last week’s quiet negotiations with Schumer, even though she had played a key role in talks with the White House last year.
“I haven’t had any conversations with anybody during the process because I wasn’t ever sure that we would get to a finale,” he told reporters Monday.
“I never thought that could happen. I wasn’t sure,” he said of a potential tax and climate deal.
Manchin said he planned to speak to Sinema about the deal at Monday evening’s vote on a judicial nominee.
He later told reporters that he had left a message for her but had “not yet” heard back.
“I’ve called, left a message for her, I might see her on the floor,” he said.
But Sinema only ducked into the chamber for a few seconds to cast her vote and then abruptly left, leaving colleagues no time to lobby her.
She left the Capitol without speaking to reporters.
One possible sticking point in the package is a proposal to close the carried interest loophole, which allows asset managers to pay a 20 percent capital gains tax on income earned from profitable investments.
Language to close the carried interest loophole was dropped from a House bill last year after Sinema expressed opposition.
John LaBombard, a former senior aide to Sinema, said he was surprised that Schumer agreed to the carried interest provision, which was a top priority of Manchin’s, without checking first with Sinema.
“The question that I have and what has confused me about Sen. Schumer’s strategy is not necessarily whether and when to loop her [in]. What perplexes me more is the idea that he would knowingly and — in my mind — somewhat randomly add in a tax policy provision that was not in the House bill, was not in the White House framework, and that he knew she had substantive concerns and questions about,” he said.
Instead, Schumer “let her and the rest of the caucus learn about the agreement via press release,” he added.
“That combination is what perplexes me and leads me to question whether this is a strategy that’s going to maximize chances of success,” he said. “I think it may have been a little different if they had largely struck a deal that largely reflected what everyone knew Sen. Sinema supported at the end of last year.”
Manchin said last week that he was “adamant” about closing the carried interest loophole in the final deal, a position he again defended Monday.
He demanded that critics “explain to me” how it’s fair to let “the wealthiest people in America” pay a lower tax rate on income accrued from profitable investments than most middle-class Americans pay on their regular incomes.
Manchin emphasized that he remains personally friendly with Sinema and that she had a huge role in crafting the section of the bill empowering Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices.
“Kyrsten is a friend of mine. We work well together on so many pieces of legislation,” he said. “She has a lot in this bill. She’s the one that negotiated basically — no one changed it — the Medicare negotiations.”
Sinema also defeated proposals to raise the corporate tax rate from 21 percent to 25 percent and to raise the marginal income tax rate for individuals and families in the top tax bracket.
Democratic strategists warn that Sinema would face a strong backlash from Democratic activists if she blocked the bill over the carried interest language.
“Supporting this bill should be as easy as Jordan dunking on my middle school Jewish basketball team,” said Democratic strategist Eddie Vale said. “Reducing inflation, lowering drug prices [and] fighting climate change are core priorities.”
Vale said the carried interest loophole is “tremendously unpopular.”
“She already has issues with key base constituencies, but, opposing this also would get her in hot water with labor and business, too,” Vale added.
Basil Smikle, a Democratic strategist and the director of the public policy program at Hunter College, said Sinema can help herself politically by backing the package worked out by Manchin and Schumer.
He said any tensions she has with the Democratic base over opposing a $15-an-hour national minimum wage and getting rid of the Senate filibuster would be mitigated by helping President Joe Biden pass his biggest domestic legislative priority.
“Democrats may feel compelled to protect her for coming through for the administration, should she support the bill,” Smikle said. “All previous frustrations will be excused in the short term.”
Democratic strategist Christy Setzer said Sinema “seems comfortable with the negative spotlight on her and Manchin, but this is the first time all eyes have been on her alone.”
“Does she really want to be the only skunk at the garden party, and if so, to what end?” Setzer said. “Manchin’s leverage comes from the fact that he’s way above replacement value in West Virginia — not true of Sinema and Arizona.”
While former President Donald Trump easily defeated Biden in the 2020 election in West Virginia, Biden defeated Trump in Arizona. Any Democrat other than Manchin would have little chance of winning a Senate seat in West Virginia and Manchin doesn’t face any serious threat from a progressive challenger. In Arizona, many think Sinema could be vulnerable to a more liberal primary opponent.
LaBombard said Sinema will want to carefully review the economic analyses of the bill before deciding how to vote on the legislation.
“Sen. Sinema has always been — in the time that I’ve known her — someone who’s going to do her due diligence,” he said. “I know she has expressed interest publicly in what the parliamentarian has to say, in getting acquainted with the details of some of the economic analyses.”
“I don’t think she’s going to be in any rush to meet any timetable other than what’s required for her to make a decision about what she thinks is the best policy,” he said.
Republicans say they don’t expect Sinema to agree to vote for the package unless Schumer makes other concessions.
“She has a spine of steel. She’s not going to be easily twisted,” Senate Republican Conference Chairman John Barrasso (Wyo.) told Fox News’s “Sunday Morning Futures.”
Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), who has a close relationship with Sinema, said he’s talked to her about the reconciliation package and warned it would slow the economy by raising taxes on corporations.
“I’ve had conversations with her on not only this but lots of other subjects. She’ll come to her own conclusion,” he said. “She’s analyzing it, keeps her own counsel, I think as most of you know, and usually comes to her own decisions pretty independent of any pressure that she might get from either side.”
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NJ weather: Thermometers get cooking again, rain chances fade
The Bottom Line
After an unusually gloomy, unseasonably cool day Monday, summer returns in full blast on Tuesday as the sun comes out again. It will be hot and humid — a full 10 to 15 degrees warmer than Monday.
Tuesday is also a cold front day. That frontal boundary is very weak and moisture-starved, so we're only looking at an isolated shower or thunderstorm. More importantly, humidity will dial back for Wednesday, setting us up for a nice weather day.
In fact, Wednesday looks like the only truly nice day in the forecast. Disgusting, potentially dangerous heat returns on Thursday. Friday looks steamy too.
We had been tracking a chance for some soaking rain late-week, but models are starting to back off that idea. Spotty showers and thunderstorms are still in the forecast through the weekend — but it will be far from the drought-buster we need right now.
Tuesday
It is a nice morning. Temperatures are averaging 70 degrees across the state. We actually had a surprise batch of rain push through South Jersey in the early morning hours, but that has since departed. You may find some puddles and light patchy fog around.
Tuesday will bring a return to heat and humidity. Not the dangerous stuff — just "regular" summertime weather.
Look for highs in the lower 90s across most of the state. The southwest breeze may very well negate the sea breeze machine, so even mainland beaches will be hot. Skies will be bright, a mix of sunshine and passing clouds.
A cold front will drive through New Jersey, from north to south, Tuesday afternoon and evening. That frontal boundary will be pretty weak and moisture-starved. We could see a few very spotty showers and thunderstorms pop up, especially in North Jersey. But once again, most of the state will stay high and dry.
Behind the front, Tuesday night will be fairly comfortable, clearing to mainly clear skies. Lows should dip into the upper 60s across northern NJ and lower 70s in southern NJ.
Wednesday
The only truly "nice" day left in the forecast. We will be treated to lower humidity, which is always a nice treat in the middle of summer.
Wednesday will still be very warm, with highs in the upper 80s to around 90. It will be a mostly sunny, dry day. And the Jersey Shore should benefit from a prominent sea breeze, keeping beaches cooler in the afternoon.
All around sounds like a great day. Enjoy it!
Thursday
Thursday will not be a nice day, as bigtime heat and humidity surge again. It's going to be disgusting. And even downright dangerous, if you don't take care of yourself.
High temperatures on Thursday will soar into the mid to upper 90s. (At least — 100 degrees is still in play.) As dew points hover near 70, it's going to be quite humid too. So the heat index will most certainly surpass the triple-digit mark in spots Thursday afternoon.
With blazing sunshine overhead, pavement, cars, and non-air-conditioned spaces will be pretty brutal by Thursday afternoon. I expect heat advisories and warnings to be posted for this day, assuming the forecast holds firm.
Friday & Beyond
Things have shifted a bit late-week, and not in a good direction.
Friday will still be steamy, with highs well in the 90s. (I'm keeping that description intentionally vague, as I do not have a good sense yet whether it will be lower 90s or upper 90s.)
While we had been talking about soaking rain to end the first week of August, that frontal complex now looks to get "stuck" just before entering New Jersey. I'm sure it will still spit some spotty showers and thunderstorms at us in the Friday afternoon to evening time frame. But it's not the thorough soaking we need right now. Rainfall totals will be on the order of a half-inch, rather than upwards of two inches.
The first weekend of August is trending hot, with highs near 90 on Saturday and in the lower 90s on Sunday. Humidity will most certainly be present, so you will most certainly sweat a lot.
Both weekend days will also provide a chance for late-day spotty showers and thunderstorms. While that will give us an opportunity to (temporarily) cool down, raindrops may affect your outdoor plans. Just know that these rain chances are likely to be very much hit-or-miss — just like every other thunderstorm threat this summer. So don't go canceling weekend plans yet.
The heat and humidity will probably continue until the middle of next week, when a strong cold front drives in rain and then cooler, less humid air. Long-range models paint a cooler-than-normal middle of August, with more temperatures in the 70s and 80s rather than 90s and 100s.
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SAN ANTONIO — Congratulations to San Antonio Spurs' radio play-by-play voice, Bill Schoening, as he will be inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame he announced on social media.
"I just got word that I’ll be part of the 2022 induction class for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame," Schoening tweeted. "Thanks to my fellow broadcasters for the nomination and election. 42 years on the air in the Lone Star State; something can be said about longevity! My heart is full of gratitude."
Schoening joined the Spurs in 2001, He called four of the five team title marches (2003, 2005, 2007 and 2014) and is a four-time winner of the Associated Press "Top Texas Play-by-Play Award."
Prior to joining San Antonio, he was the play-by-play voice for 12 years for the Texas Longhorns.
He also enjoys singing and songwriting as well as authoring a published book, "Stories, Sports and Songs."
Schoening will once again be calling all games for the upcoming Spurs' 2022-23 season.
And if you get a chance to meet him, ask him to do his Chicago Cubs longtime play-by-play voice Harry Carrey impersonation. It is very spot on!
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Neuroscience Company among top applicants selected for Newchip's online accelerator
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Myneurva, the global leader in Cloud-Based brain diagnostics and AI Driven Neuropsychiatric Solutions was accepted out of 1,000+ applicants into Newchip's renowned global accelerator program's latest cohort.
The online accelerator provides the mentorship, connections and tools that growth-stage teams need to drive greater scale, expand business operations, and position their company for potential exit or acquisition. Since its inception in 2019, the equity-free, fully digital accelerator has helped over 1,500 founders from more than 50 countries and 250 cities raise over $450 million in funding with an estimated portfolio of over $9B.
"When evaluating companies for our Series A Accelerator, we search for proven business models that are prepared to scale their strong revenues and traction quickly in order to gain further market share and increase their likelihood of industry disruption," says Armando Vera Carvajal, Vice President at Newchip. "We see real potential in Myneurva and are excited to integrate them into our global network of VCs, angel investors, and family offices seeking to invest in this particular space."
Myneurva is on a mission to deliver affordable solutions to traditional mental health treatments using cutting edge science. Since launching, the company has created a Patented EEG (Electroencephalogram) Brain Test that can identify 12 key brain disorders in under 5 minutes, and a cloud-based EEG-Biofeedback Training Platform that can operate in your home, on your phone or in your doctor's office using clinically proven techniques to improve key functional areas such as sleep, concentration, memory and relaxation.
"Being part of the Newchip Accelerator, we are looking forward to learning as much as we can from the Newchip Team in order put our company at forefront of medical diagnostics for the brain," says Frederick S. Starr, MD, FAACAP. "Not only would it be a success for Myneurva to achieve our goals, but it is also my life's goal to see all those suffering from brain related disorders can gain access to this life-changing therapy."
About Myneurva
Myneurva is a concierge-based remote guided brain training and brain mapping company. Their expertise spans over three decades of Clinical Practice experience in Neuroscience. Myneurva provides a tailored neurofeedback program for its client, delivering them expert analysis of each application using a remote equipment solution and providing an extensive Brain Electrical Analysis & Mapping (BEAM) report with conclusions based on it's held Patented Advanced Neuro-Network Analysis (A.N.N.A. US Patent 15/685,985) using state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence Algorithms without clients needing to leave their home. https://myneurva.com/
About Newchip
Newchip is an online, global startup accelerator led by a world-class team of entrepreneurs and investors. It was designed to provide founders with the tools needed to rapidly fund, build, and scale. Since its inception in 2019, the equity-free, remote accelerator has enabled over 1,500 startups from 50+ countries to raise over $450 million in funding with an estimated $9B portfolio. It has three distinct six-month accelerator programs based on company stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A. Its vast network of global investors, strategic partners, and mentors guide companies from team building and prototype development to securing high-profile VC investment, corporate partnerships, and everything in-between. To learn more, visit https://launch.newchip.com/.
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An Immersive Cocktail Quest in Decentraland this August that Allows Fans a Chance to Win a Vibrant Escape to Punta Mita
ATOTONILCO EL ALTO, Jalisco, Mexico, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PATRÓN® Tequila, the world's number one super-premium tequila*, is entering the metaverse this summer for the first time with "Summer Made Sensational: A PATRÓN Pop-Up Series." The experience will offer tequila enthusiasts a vibrant escape through a unique cocktail-themed journey in Decentraland, a 3D virtual world browser-based platform.
"As a leader in the tequila category, innovation has always been essential to the core of PATRÓN Tequila which is why we are excited to embark on this unique, virtual journey in Decentraland," said Kathy Parker, President & Global Chief Marketing Officer of PATRÓN. "At PATRÓN, we celebrate creative communities like the metaverse that bring people together in a digital world. With this new venture, we hope to spark curiosity, creativity and connection this summer while offering our tequila fans a new way to experience the mastery behind our brand."
This entry into the metaverse is a natural progression for the brand after its initial venture into Web 3.0 through its first-ever NFT, PATRÓN Chairman's Reserve. "Summer Made Sensational: A PATRÓN Pop-Up Series" embraces the ever-growing metaverse with a captivating, virtual reality adventure and bar takeover experience inspired by three refreshingly perfect cocktails from PATRÓN - the PATRÓN Perfect Paloma, PATRÓN Silver & Soda, and PATRÓN Añejo Highball. US residents 21 and older will help bartenders find the essential ingredients needed for making each drink in three cocktail-themed quests, while also having the opportunity to explore limited time pop-ups and unlock exclusive PATRÓN NFT wearables.
When entering the PATRÓN experience, metaverse fans will automatically arrive at the first cocktail-inspired location and be greeted by a PATRÓN host. A PATRÓN bartender will then detail each journey that centers around sourcing different ingredients to make a refreshingly perfect cocktail at all three locations - Jazz Club, Flamingos and Metaverse Festival. Following the successful completion of each quest, participants will portal to the next bar to take on a whole new cocktail mission.
U.S. residents who successfully complete all three challenges will be entered for a chance to win the grand prize — a once in a lifetime trip to Punta Mita, Mexico and a rare mythic wearable within the metaverse.
The PATRÓN grand prize will include:
- Exclusive access to mythic PATRÓN summer shades
- Travel for two people from the United States to Punta Mita, Mexico
- 4-night accommodation in a luxe three-bedroom condo for two people in Punta Mita
- Three meals provided a day (alcohol is not included)
- Unlimited golf and golf cart usage at Punta Mita Golf Courses during the stay
- Use of Punta Mita Ocean Sports aquatic equipment ie. Surf boards, SUP boards, kayaks, etc.
Metaverse users can participate in this virtual vibrant escape hosted by PATRÓN through www.patrontequilaverse.com during two weekends this month, August 12-14 and/or August 19-21 from Friday 5pm EST to Monday 4am EST. A grand prize will be awarded each weekend of the PATRÓN events. For official grand prize rules, please visit https://fooji.info/foojipatron.
Learn how to experience the smooth and delicious taste of PATRÓN Tequila IRL with Drizly and look no further than the following line-up of refreshingly perfect PATRÓN cocktails to enjoy while journeying through the "Summer Made Sensational: A PATRÓN Pop-Up Series." Fans are encouraged to share their metaverse adventures on social through #PatronTequilaverse.
PATRÓN Perfect Paloma
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz PATRÓN Reposado
- 3 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- .5 oz Agave syrup (1:1)
- .5 oz Fresh-squeezed lime juice
- 1 oz Sparkling water
- + Sugar and salt for rim
- + Grapefruit wedge for garnish
Method:
Combine all ingredients except sparkling water in a shaker tin and shake with ice to chill. Strain onto fresh ice in a sugar and salt rimmed Collins glass. Top with sparkling water and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
PATRÓN Silver & Soda
Ingredients:
- 2 oz PATRÓN Silver
- 3 oz Soda
- + Lime wedge for garnish
Method:
Combine ingredients in an ice-filled highball glass and stir. Garnish with a lime wedge to finish.
PATRÓN Añejo Highball
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz PATRÓN Añejo
- 5 oz Club Soda
- + Orange twist for garnish
Method:
Fill a highball or collins glass with ice and then add PATRÓN Añejo and club soda. Stir gently from the bottom up and garnish with an expressed peel of orange.
From hand-harvesting the highest-quality 100% Weber Blue Agave, to the traditional, time-honored distillation process and individual labeling, numbering, and inspection of each bottle, PATRÓN Tequila is crafted with meticulous precision and care. Though PATRÓN has grown to become one of the most recognized and respected luxury spirits brands in the world, it is still exclusively produced in the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, in the same small batches and with the same commitment to quality and craftsmanship. For more information about PATRÓN Tequilas and Liqueurs, please visit www.patrontequila.com . The perfect way to enjoy PATRÓN is responsibly.
PATRÓN is part of the portfolio of Bacardi Limited, headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited.
*IWSR 2021 Global Database
THE PERFECT WAY TO ENJOY PATRÓN IS RESPONSIBLY. ©2022. PATRÓN, ITS TRADE DRESS AND THE BEE LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS.
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Wolfe Co. residents working to help neighbors affected by flooding Breathitt Co.
WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - Communities around Eastern Kentucky are picking up the pieces after those devastating floods and others are looking to help.
Wolfe County High School is just one of three shelters set up in Campton. That shelter is for individuals and families. Wolfe County Middle School is for patients from Jackson Nursing Home and Campton Elementary is for people and their pets.
Wolfe County Schools officials opened up the schools soon after the floods hit. We’re told that school staff members are volunteering to help run the shelters.
They’ve also been collecting donations for people affected by flooding in neighboring Breathitt County. A school resource officer, who was at Wolfe County High School, overnight said they have piles of clothes, shoes, socks and underwear inside the building, just waiting to be distributed.
He said it’s important people at the shelters know that there is a community rallying behind them.
We spoke with Anthony and Anastasia, a couple of flood victims staying at the high school. They told us they lost almost everything, but they’re grateful they still have each other.
“I just have so many memories there, but I sure lost everything I had, but I got out of there with my life,” Anthony said. “Water will dry, but my life and her life ain’t worth it. Things, material things will dry and if they don’t you’ll get more, but you only get one life to live and that water ain’t nothing to play with.”
Officials are still asking for donations. They’ll be delivering clothes to Mountain Mission on Highway 30 in Jackson and other types of donations will go to First Church of God also on Highway 30 in Jackson.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Morning" game were:
5-5-6-8, FIREBALL: 7
(five, five, six, eight; FIREBALL: seven)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Morning" game were:
5-5-6-8, FIREBALL: 7
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Westport & LA-based RIA expands senior team with an accomplished executive
WESTPORT, Conn., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Coastal Bridge Advisors, a boutique independent Registered Investment Advisor, is thrilled to announce the addition of veteran marketing leader Deirdre Childs to bolster the firm's strategic growth initiatives.
Deirdre, who joins the senior team as Director of Marketing, brings a wealth of industry experience to the growing bicoastal firm with offices in Westport, CT, and Los Angeles, CA, where leadership continues to invest in hiring versatile professionals to support the complex financial needs of clients.
Over her 17-year marketing and business development career, Deirdre has served in a variety of in-house senior roles and worked as a consultant to support global businesses and major brands in the expansion of their marketing and communications programs, including work with Dove, Broadridge, Patagonia and Pepsi. She spent nearly a decade working with a leading independent, boutique financial advisory and wealth management team to implement integrated marketing programs designed to support the advisors' practice growth and drive qualitative client communications.
Deirdre recently summitted Mount Kilimanjaro, climbing in support of breast cancer research, and she brings this pursuit of challenge, goodwill and accomplishment to her daily role. Energetic and a strong collaborator, she is passionate in applying her extensive background to support advisors and to leverage COIs as well as industry, custodian, agency and vendor resources to increase awareness of the firm's services and strategic financial solutions for clients. In her previous role, she worked with subject matter experts to develop communication pieces such as thought leadership white papers, case studies, podcasts and much more. She looks forward to bringing these talents to Coastal Bridge where she will support the firm's client engagement, business development and branding activities.
"At Coastal Bridge, we seek to provide value to our clients by offering uncomplicated, straightforward and personalized solutions designed around their best interests," said Coastal Bridge President Jeff Fuhrman. "We are pleased to welcome Deirdre to Coastal Bridge Advisors and believe her wide range of industry and marketing experiences will serve to enhance our internal capabilities and strengthen our communications with clients, fostering long-term success for both."
"I'm thrilled to join Coastal Bridge Advisors and work with a dedicated team of professionals who are consistently looking for new ways to help our clients reach their financial and life goals," Childs said. "Effective communications and scalable systems are vital to the internal and external growth of our business and industry, and I look forward to collaborating with the rest of the firm to tell our story and engage with our existing and future clients across the country."
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TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart Meter, continues to lead the way in remote patient monitoring (RPM) because of its superior cellular-enabled solutions, robust data, and ease of use that facilitates better care management. Now Smart Meter is launching a unique, omnichannel approach to help patients in our partners' RPM programs adhere to the physiologic testing directed by their provider.
While most people with Type 2 diabetes are required to test their blood glucose levels on a regular basis, many don't follow those guidelines. Many of these patients are enrolled in RPM programs so results are sent to their providers, but lack of testing leads to a lack of sufficient data to make care decisions. One study showed that for other chronic conditions, up to 60 percent of patients were non-adherent to testing protocols.1
Smart Meter now has a program to help our partners improve patient engagement, especially during the critical first 30 days of enrollment in an RPM program. The SmartTouch Patient Engagement Program provides an omnichannel outreach to patients enrolled in an RPM program, helping patients learn to use their new cellular-enabled monitors and successfully complete their testing.
"I have been in the connected health industry for more than 20 years and SmartTouch could be the most impactful service offering ever to guarantee patient engagement with prescribed clinical monitoring," said Smart Meter CEO Casey Pittock. "The biggest pain point in the healthcare industry – engaging patients to adhere to their care plan—is solved with SmartTouch. We have proven 94% adherence with this simple, effective, and affordable program to help patients develop habits of managing their health."
For Smart Meter partners who enroll their patients in the SmartTouch program, there will be an increase in the testing adherence of those patients. In fact, we guarantee the requirements for RPM CPT codes 99453 and 99454 will be completed or the partner won't be billed for the program.
Now serving more than 100,000 patients, Smart Meter is the leading supplier of cellular-enabled virtual care technologies that include the iGlucose®, iBloodPressure®, iPulseOx®, iScale®, and SmartRPM™ cloud platform, as well as data, and services. Smart Meter's remote patient monitoring solutions are recognized as the standard for the RPM industry and are regarded for their high patient retention and satisfaction. The unique combination of reliable health data, patient-friendly devices, and platform integrations enable and enhance RPM, CCM, Employee Wellness, Population Health, and Telehealth programs for more than 300 RPM distribution partners across the United States. For more information, visit SmartMeterRPM.com
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`Two girls living the dream´ - Keely Hodgkinson out to emulate friend Ella Toone
England’s Keely Hodgkinson admits she is living the dream with football hero Ella Toone.
The 20-year-old, in action at the Commonwealth Games, has been inspired by her lifelong friend Toone’s stunning Euro 2022 success.
Toone scored a brilliant opener in England’s 2-1 extra-time win over Germany on Sunday to help the Lionesses win their first major tournament.
It came after Hodgkinson won 800m silver at last month’s World Championships in Eugene.
The pair went to Fred Longworth High School in Tyldesley, Greater Manchester, having grown up together.
“We are just two young girls living their dreams,” said Hodgkinson, who reached Saturday’s 800m final at the Commonwealth Games following Tuesday’s heats.
“I was always referred to as the ‘mini Ella’ growing up at school. So we kept in touch from that and she was in Tokyo last year as well with the football.
“Ella did so well to score as well. I know she’s on cloud nine so big congrats to her, it’s good to see. We went to school together. She was two years older than me but somehow we just ended up getting on really well.
“We did some cross countries – I always tended to beat her on the running, that was my forte, but she was naturally very good, she’s got a lot of talent.
“She used to play on our boys’ football team and she was smoking them, so there was absolutely no way she wasn’t going to make it. She’s very good.
“We were raised about four miles away from each other, so it’s putting our hometowns on the map and I know they are very proud of us.
“I thought it (Sunday) was absolutely amazing, I really enjoyed watching it. What that’s going to do for women’s football, women’s sport, I’ve seen all the little girls watching it and it’s really nice for them to see that because before they wouldn’t have had that.”
Hodgkinson is joined in Saturday’s final in Birmingham by England team-mate Alexandra Bell and Scotland’s Laura Muir.
She added: “It’s actually a very world-class field. I feel like the only people missing is probably the Americans and some of the Ethiopians. It’s not going to be easy but I hope I can come away with gold this time.” | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-11073579/Two-girls-living-dream--Keely-Hodgkinson-emulate-friend-Ella-Toone.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-08-02T15:48:09Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-11073579/Two-girls-living-dream--Keely-Hodgkinson-emulate-friend-Ella-Toone.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | true |
New integrated solution that empowers guests to call for service or assistance using a simple QR code and smart phone in locations where traditional electronic push buttons may not be practical.
SUWANEE, Ga., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This week JTECH announced the launch of The Virtual Service Kiosk - a new way of helping customers directly notify staff anywhere and everywhere imaginable. Because the process starts with the scanning of a QR Code, businesses can put a virtual press for service button anywhere - outside, by a pool, or in an unsecured area. Virtual Service Kiosk is also easy to implement on a large scale. You need notifications from 200 locations? Not a problem! You need communications from 100 beach chairs? We got you! QR Codes can be printed on many different materials making them weatherproof, movable and flexible.
What sets the Virtual Service Kiosk apart is the unique management console that allows each QR code to have up to five programmable virtual buttons. A button can be directed to send a discrete message or open a URL. While the main advantage of this solution is to bring service quickly and directly to the customer, the URL option enhances the experience and can also help to consolidate multiple QR codes into one with multiple options. Another unique aspect is the ability to set specific hours for the entire system, or to disable specific locations. Rainy day? Turn off all the QR Codes on the outdoor patio. The web-based user interface also includes analytics on each location at the QR code and button level.
The last piece of the system is what JTECH is known for…Staff Communication technology. Another recent addition to the JTECH line is the SmartCall Alert Color Paging System. The combination of four-color screens, alphanumeric text and vibe/beep options make communication simple and efficient. Each button can be programmed to send a text-based message and send a color alert for a hands-free notification.
Key Features:
- Unlimited amount of QR Codes with up to 5 programmable virtual buttons each.
- Easy to use and flexible management console.
- Customized set up and programming for each scenario.
- Integrates with all industry leading JTECH staff paging systems.
- Works where traditional push for service electronic buttons are not feasible or practical.
- Ideal for restaurants, hospitality, healthcare, retail and more!
JTECH an HME Company has provided staff and guest notification systems and software solutions for 35 years. As the largest onsite paging company in the world, JTECH was the first to introduce silent paging systems to the restaurant industry. We are the leading provider of onsite messaging, paging, text messaging, table location systems and software solutions for the restaurant, warehouse, retail, hospitality, pharmacy, and healthcare markets.
For more information on the Virtual Service Kiosk or other JTECH Solutions, please visit www.JTECH.com or call 800.321.6221.
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Published: Aug. 2, 2022 at 10:29 AM CDT|Updated: 21 minutes ago
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total July sales of 23,393 vehicles, a decrease of 28.5 percent compared to July 2021. Year-to-date sales totaled 166,195 vehicles; a decrease of 25.1 percent compared to the same time last year. With 26 selling days in July, compared to 27 the year prior, the company posted a decrease of 25.8 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.
CPO sales totaled 3,570 vehicles in July, a decrease of 47 percent compared to July 2021.
Sales Highlight
Best-ever July sales of CX-30 with 6,040 vehicles sold.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 4,290 vehicles, an increase of 8.6 percent compared to July last year. Year-to-date sales decreased 27.0 percent, with 20,711 vehicles sold.
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts, and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, and Mexico through approximately 780 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at News.MazdaUSA.com.
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First-of-its-Kind "GROW WITH BLUE" Program Delivers Distinct and Proven Website and SEO Technologies to HVACR Contractors to Generate High-Quality Low-Cost Leads, Win Business, and Drive Overall Cooperative Ecosystem
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MTA360, MarTech's 2021 Top Google Marketing provider serving the home improvement, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), and related industries, announced today it has entered into an exclusive agreement with BLUE HAWK, the nation's leading cooperative for independent HVACR wholesalers, to deliver industry-tailored digital marketing programs. MTA360 will help drive demand for BLUE HAWK's 200-plus HVACR distributor member-owners, especially downstream independent contractors, through the arrangement.
MTA360 specializes in HVACR industry-specific SEO-ready websites, AI Chat, and search optimization programs designed to increase online visibility, generate real business, and accelerate growth, which is particularly important during the economic downturn.
Through this first-of-its-kind industry program, MTA360 will offer proven digital marketing strategies, services, and technologies to BLUE HAWK members and their contractor partners across the cooperative's ecosystem. In this first-time deal, MTA360's offer includes building a new, from-scratch WordPress website -- and every two years building a brand new updated website at no additional charge -- as well as a month of complimentary services, 5% off the list price, and 12 months free access to two core technology tools: Review Software and AI Website Chat.
"We are pleased to partner with MTA360 to bring its proven digital marketing expertise to our member-owners and their customers," said Lance Rantala, CEO of BLUE HAWK. "As we head into the economic downturn, it is crucial that we invest in cost-effective strategies to weather the storm, and be well positioned afterward. We believe MTA360's services will benefit our members, their contractor partners, and the entire BLUE HAWK cooperative model to remain front-and-center for HVACR repairs and new equipment to meet residential and commercial needs."
"As a digital marketing expert in the niche space of HVACR, we are thrilled to be a BLUE HAWK Solution Partner and to assist its members and members' contractor partners with digital marketing solutions that work," said Jack Nagy, president of MTA360. "When a consumer needs or wants HVAC services, they take to googling, and nothing has worked better to drive our clients' businesses than SEO. Our fully engaged clients enjoy an average cost per lead in the $25 range compared with the industry average of $300."
MTA360 designs and develops highly effective SEO-ready websites from scratch using proprietary technology with no templates or themes, which can get in the way of search engine rankings. The company's SEO strategies are industry-specific with built-it natural backlink creation, which is a significant factor in enhancing site ranking, especially on Google. The firm uses proprietary technology to easily drive updates across its customers' websites and provides full-service hosting and support with quick-turn content updates.
Thousands of home improvement contractors are reaping the benefits of MTA360's solution including the firm's distinct AI Chat and Review Software tools to generate new leads and improve conversion ratios. The two technologies go hand-in-hand, but can be utilized independently if desired. The review software makes it easy to generate positive customer reviews, which are important to SEO and increasing website traffic. The AI Chat feature enables 24/7 customer support, allows for easy human interruption when desired, and, on average, converts 60% of chats to leads.
MTA360 delivers proven digital marketing technologies that drive business. As a leading full-service digital marketing, training and advertising agency focused on the home improvement industry and related businesses, the firm was recognized by MarTech magazine as the 2021 Top Google Marketing provider for its ability to create SEO-ready websites that rank prominently on top search engines. The company has headquarter offices in Scottsdale, Ariz., and Tampa, Fla., and is staffed with a team of digital marketing and technology experts. The firm has thousands of clients across HVAC, plumbing, solar and roofing sectors that are reaping the benefits of the MTA360 technology and approach, deploying digital marketing technologies that work and driving an average cost per lead of $25 and as low as under $10.
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Cairns Airport CEO: 'More planes from more places have enabled more visitors'
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Culling of pigs in Wayanad farm completed
Carcasses buried in huge pits around 80 m away from farm
The culling of pigs at a private farm at Nambiarkunnu in Nenmeni grama panchayat in Wayanad district, where two cases of African swine fever were reported, was completed on Tuesday night.
A 10-member team consisting of veterinarians and other experts culled as many as 212 pigs in the farm by 7.30 p.m., Chief Veterinary Officer K. Jayaraj told The Hindu.
The team commenced the culling operation around 3 p.m. on the day. The operation was delayed owing to adverse weather. The carcasses were buried in huge pits around 80 m away from the farm.
As many as 22 pigs in two private farms in the 1-km radius in the area would also be culled.
The disease was confirmed in the Nambiarkunnu farm three days ago after samples from the farm tested positive at the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases, Bhopal. The farms and nearby areas would be sanitised with the support of Fire and Rescue Services personnel, he said.
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Merlin Cinemas to run new Redcar picture house
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An operator has been found to run a new £9.6m seaside cinema.
Merlin Cinemas will manage The Regent on Redcar seafront although an opening date is yet to be agreed.
Redcar and Cleveland Council said it was "over the moon" with the appointment and said Merlin has "vast experience" of running cinemas.
Local people are being invited to apply for jobs at the cinema, which will charge about £8.50 for adult tickets and £6.50 for children.
The council said a Magic Movie card will be available offering discounted viewings.
The three-screen Regent was completed earlier this year and replaces its 1920s-built predecessor which was closed in 2018 after being declared unsafe.
Chris Gallacher, the council's cabinet member for economic growth, said: "We are absolutely over the moon that Merlin Cinemas have been named as the operator.
"They have vast experience in this area and run cinemas in coastal towns across the country.
"We want to thank our residents for being so patient with us while we finalised the plans. We do ask for a bit more patience while the operator gets ready to open."
Geoff Greaves, director of Merlin Cinemas, said: "We believe that Redcar deserves a good cinema and are delighted to have reached agreement with the council to operate The Regent."
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Exterior wall systems Market Insights by 2031 & Covid-19 Analysis | Etex Group, SCG, Alcoa Corporation, Schweiter Technologies AG, AGC Inc. Louisiana Pacific Corporation
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Exterior wall systems are the outermost layer of a building’s envelope. They are typically made up of three parts: the weather-resistant barrier, the structural framing, and the finish. The weather-resistant barrier is the first line of defense against the elements and is typically made up of a water-resistant material like asphalt paper or felt. The structural framing provides support for the weather-resistant barrier and is typically made up of wood studs or metal framing. The finish is the final layer of the exterior wall system and is typically made up of a material like siding, brick, or stucco.
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- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 21-25 Oct 2019
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 14-18 Oct 2019
- Reporting of legal documents concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in September 2019 or in other period but effective in September 2019, in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 7-11 Oct 2019
- RCH to Launch WALLE 8T POS for Real-time Access to Data in the Cloud
- ASI Drives Launches Mark 600, Poised to Replace Internal Combustion Engines
- Now The Cash For Gold Is Reliable Old Gold Jewelry Buyers
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 30 Sep – 4 Oct 2019
- Il noto Brand di Prodotti Promozionali Personalizzati National Pen lancia il Nuovo Sito Italiano
- Un nouveau look pour Universal Pen relançant son site Web de produits de marque promotionnels
- First non-melanoma skin cancer patients treated with the Rhenium-SCT® in Germany
- Finalyse welcomes Dublin as a new entity to the Group
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 23-27 September 2019
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 16-20 Sep 2019
- VIAJES: LOS 5 DESTINOS MÁS BARATOS PARA ESCAPADAS URBANAS
- TRAVEL NEWS: Malaga tops the list of best value city break destinations in Spain
- Dr. Kurt Lauk, prominent business leader, former chairman of Economic Council in Germany (Wirtschaftsrat), former advisor to Angela Merkel, joins Tachyum
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 9-13 Sep 2019
- DIGI Communications N.V.: Decision regarding the participation to the auction procedure related to wireless broadband services supporting the introduction of 5G in Hungary
- Reporting of legal documents concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in August 2019 or in other period but effective in August 2019, in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018
- Fight To Fame Expands Its Search for the Next Action Film Star to Europe
- Digi Communications N.V. Announces the availability of Investor’s presentation on the company’s website
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 19 – 23 August 2019
- All occasion personalised pens produced by specialist company Camaloon
- Nicht nur für Messen: Werbemittel Kugelschreiber
- Stylos personnalisés : Camaloon pense à tout
- Camaloon: una Penna da personalizzare per ogni occasione
- Experterna på tryck erbjuder profilerande bläckpennor för varje tillfälle
- Gepersonaliseerde pennen kiezen voor al uw behoeften
- MÁS DE 20 MILLONES DE PRODUCTOS DE PAPELERÍA SON COMPRADOS CADA DÍA
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 12 -16 August 2019
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 12 -16 August 2019
- XPAND K.K. will exhibit at the IFA 2019 as a Japanese cutting-edge IT company
- Reporting of legal documents concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in July 2019 or in other period but effective in July 2019, in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018
- Digi Communications N.V. Announces the availability of H1 2019 Financial Report (for the six month period ended 30 June 2019)
- PDA Announces Six Regulatory Authorities Speaking at Biomanufacturing in Munich
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 5 and 9 August 2019
- Digi Communications NV Announces Investor Call on the Financial Results for the Half-year ended 30 June 2019
- Customer Data Platform Industry Grew 71% in One Year; Will Reach $1 Billion Revenue in 2019
- Central European Online Travel Agency Group Szallas.hu PLC. further strengthens its international presence
- With The Lure Of High Threadcount Sheets After A Day Trekking, Luxury Travel Blogger THE BOUTIQUE ADVENTURER Champions Chic Solo Explorations
- Digi Communications N.V. announces Syndicated facility agreement concluded between the Digi Group and a syndicate of banks
- LA SCULPTURE DE CEDRIC KOUKJIAN, « LIAISON », SERA EXPOSÉ EN PUBLIC PAR LA COMMISSION CULTURELLE DE COLOGNY, EN SUISSE
- CEDRIC KOUKJIAN’S SCULPTURE, “LIAISON” TO BE EXHIBITED IN PUBLIC BY CULTURAL COMMISSION OF COLOGNY IN SWITZERLAND
- Digi Communications N.V.: Independent Limited Assurance Report issued by the external auditor regarding the information included in the current reports under Law 24/2017 (Article 82) and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018
- Il 18° tour del lago Qinghai si conclude con la celebrazione della "maggiore età"
- La 18ª Vuelta al Lago Qinghai concluye con la celebración de su “mayoría de edad”
- 18e ‘Tour of Qinghai Lake’ wordt afgesloten met een ‘coming-of-age’-viering
- Digi Communications N.V.: Rectification of reports published on 15 Feb, 15 Mar, 15 Apr, 15 May and 14 Jun 2019 regarding legal documents in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018 published
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 22 and 26 July 2019
- GEANGO at ENSO ANGO - Summer Culture Retreat in Kyoto 2019
- DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol (15-19 July 2019)
- Nanto Cleantech Inc victorious in BYK-Altana patent opposition lawsuit
- Mono Solutions Joins Bauer Media Group to Strengthen SME Marketing Services Across the Globe
- UK Investors File Lawsuit in the Canaries Against Blue Explorers for Misleading Shareholders
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 8 – 12 July 2019
- Digi Communications N.V. announces Share transaction made by an executive director of the Company with class B shares on 11 July 2019
- OFERTA de casas vacacionales de lujo para menos de €25 por persona por noche este verano
- Noticias de Turismo: este verano sacarás más partido de tu presupuesto vacacional encontrando precios más competitivos
- TRAVEL NEWS: Your holiday spending money stretches even further this summer in Spain
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 1 – 5 July 2019, under the class B shares buy-back program approved by the GSM from 30 April 2019 and the duration of this program
- Global Software Innovator, AnyDesk, Announces Record 100 Million Downloads
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 24 and 28 June 2019
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the launch by RCS & RDS S.A., its subsidiary in Romania, of the Digi Mobil 5G Smart service
- Tauschen Sie Ihren Dripper aus und verändern Sie den Geschmack Ihres Kaffees! HARIO veröffentlicht den Double Mesh Metal Dripper.
- Change your dripper and change the flavor of your coffee! HARIO launches the Double Mesh Metal Dripper
- Matvil Corp. противостоит беспределу судебных властей Молдовы
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 17 – 21 June 2019
- Matvil Corp. Fights the Illegal Actions of the Legal System of Moldova
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 10 and 14 June 2019
- Digi Communications N.V.: Reporting of legal documents concluded by the company in May 2019 in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018 published
- DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions occurred under DIGI symbol between 3 – 7 June 2019
- PDA Explores the Transformation of Healthcare at 4th Annual European Meeting
- ASI President John Cross Named AGMA Chairman
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 27 – 31 May 2019
- Breakthrough on laser powder bed fusion technology brings effective production of larger componentscloser to mainstream
- PDA Announces All-Star Speaker Lineup for Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products Conference
- Digi Communications N.V.: Exercise of stock options by the Executive Directors of the Company
- Digi Communications N.V. announces DIGI Kft., the Hungarian subsidiary of the Company, launches mobile telephony services in Hungary
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 21 and 24 May 2019
- ZYXEL READY WITH 5G SAMPLES IN AUGUST 2019
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the initiation of the share buy-back program as authorized by the Company’s GSM on 30 April 2019
- Digi Communications N.V Q1 2019 Financial Report and the report regarding legal documents for April 2019, in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018 released
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the new date of the Conference Call for the presentation of the Q1 2019 Financial Report. Update to the Company’s 2019 Financial Calendar.
- Rhenium-SCT® (SCT= Skin Cancer Therapy) now being offered in Hanau, Germany
- Project consortium aims at driving the adoption of selective laser melting (SLM) for large scale metal parts printing
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the availability of the instructions on the 2018 share dividend payment
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 29 April 2019 – 1 May 2019, under the class B shares buy-back program
- Biodiversity Report Is Urgent Call to Action Beyond Fixes; Geneva Global Initiative Calls on World Community to Focus on Concrete Actions
- Digi Communications N.V.’s general Shareholders’ meeting resolutions from 30 Apr 2019 approving, amongst others, the 2018 Annual Accounts and the availability of the adopted Annual Financial Report for the year ended Dec 31, 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions occurred under DIGI symbol, 22 – 26 April 2019
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 15 April 2019 – 19 April 2019s
- XPAND Code was successfully scanned from 200 meters/700 feet at Olympics stadium
- Wasser eingießen, Warten und Einschalten
- Digi Communications N.V.: Reporting of legal documents concluded by the company in March 2019 in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018 published
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 8 and 12 April 2019
- Snowman releases new EP
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 1 – 5 April 2019
- Streamlining adoption of high-speed and high-resolution surface texturing delivered with the Prometheus project
- Customer Data Platform Institute Launches RealCDP to Reduce CDP Confusion
- ASI Technologies Focuses on the future as ASI Drives, and New AGV Pallet Robot, FRED2500
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 25 March 2019 – 29 March 2019
- Towards a Europe of Stakeholder Nations
- Associazione Veneta Lotta alla Talassemia (AVLT) and the UK Thalassaemia Society (UKTS) Clarification on European Regulatory Status of LENTIGLOBIN™
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 19 March 2019 – 22 March 2019
- A new flagship project on Additive Manufacturing skills aims to maintain Europe leading position in industrial competitiveness
- Consultancy Partnership Revolutionizes Agile Project Management
- Jeroen Schouten Named Regional Manager, Europe of AeroGo, Inc.
- Digi Communications N.V. Convocation of the Company’s general shareholders meeting for 30 April 2019 for the approval of, among others, the 2018 Annual Report and of the 2018 Financial Statements
- España arrasa con la competencia y es nombrado como el país ideal para estudiar en el extranjero
- Xverify targets European Email Verification market with local data processing, Dublin office
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the resignation by Mr. Sambor Ryszka from his position as non-executive director of the Company
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 11 and 15 March 2019
- Digi Communications N.V.: Reporting of legal documents concluded by the company in February 2019 in accordance with article 82 of Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018 published
- New Services Larry Hurt income Tax Services
- Admission of Digi Communications N.V. €200,000,000 5.0% additional senior secured notes due 2023 to the listing on the Official List and trading on Irish Stock Exchange’s Main Securities Market
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the appointment of Dan Ioniță as a non-executive director of RCS & RDS S.A., the Romanian subsidiary of the Company
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 4 and 8 March 2019
- Digi Communications N.V. announces share transaction made by an executive director of the Company with class B shares on 4 march 2019
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 25 February – 1 March 2019
- Digi Communications N.V. announces share transaction made by an executive director of the Company with class B shares on 1 march 2019
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 18 and 22 February 2019
- Digi Communications N.V.: finalization and registration by the Company of the conversion of 1,200,000 A shares into an equal number of class B shares
- Digi Communications N.V.: Exercise of stock options by a PDMR in accordance with the stock option plan for the Group’s Romanian employees
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 11 and 15 February 2019
- Dearly Beloved, The Latest Single By Alternative Urbane Artist Expands Up-And-Coming ADN Lewis's Global Fan Base
- Report of legal documents concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in January 2019 or in other period but effective in January 2019
- Digi Communications N.V. announces Availability of Preliminary Financial Report for the year ended December 31, 2018 for Digi Communications N.V. Group
- Mono Solutions launches a new interface to drive the ultimate do-it-with-me (DIWM) experience
- Digi Communications NV Announces Investor Call on the Preliminary Financial Results for the year ended 31 December 2018
- Digi Communications NV: New date of the Conference Call for the 2018 Preliminary financial results; Update to the 2019 Company’s Financial Calendar
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 4 and 8 February 2019
- R.W. Chelsea Holdings Ltd Starts To Hold Fixed Income Investor Meetings In Vienna, Zurich, Geneva and London
- Digi Communications N.V. successfully increased and priced its Offering at €200,000,000 5.0% additional senior secured notes due 2023
- Digi Communications N.V. to offer additional €125,000,000 5.0% senior secured notes due 2023; new notes will be consolidated and treated as its existing €350,000,000; adjustment on interim unaudited consolidated financial statements for the nine-month period ending September 30, 2018
- World's largest superhero statue to be built in Central Europe
- The resignation of Mr. Bendei Ioan – VP and executive director of RCS&RDS S.A., DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V.’s subsidiary in Romania
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 28 January 2019 – 1 February 2019
- RCH Group to Showcase Integrated Selling Solutions at EuroCIS
- Mono and bfound partner to expand digital offerings for small businesses in the Middle East
- Digi Communications N.V. publishes the Independent Limited Assurance Report in accordance with Law 24/2017 (Article 82) and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018
- ERRATA of the reports dated 15 Jan 2019 and 15 Oct 2018 regarding the legal acts concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in Dec 2018 and Sep 2018
- REVEALED: Experts reveal the best dates to book your summer holiday in Spain
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 21 – 25 January 2019
- Céline Dion visite son premier concept store de vêtements CELINUNUNU à Paris
- Anytime, anywhere tailored learning opportunities for welding professionals and apprentices alike
- i5invest открива офис в България
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 14 - 18 January 2019
- Mono helps Fonecta strengthen their digital presence offering for SMBs
- The Bucharest Tribunal’s decision regarding the investigation conducted by the Romanian National Anti-corruption Directorate with respect to RCS & RDS S.A., Integrasoft S.R.L. and certain of their directors
- Digi Communications N.V.: Exercise of stock options by a PDMR in accordance with the stock option plan approved by the Company for the Romanian employees of the Group in 2017
- Report of legal acts concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in accordance with Romanian Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018 for December 2018
- Digi Communications N.V.: resolution of the Board of Directors to convert class 1,200,000 A shares into an equal number of class B shares for the purpose of the ongoing employees and directors stock option plans
- CELINUNUNU OUVRE SON PREMIER POP-UP À PARIS
- DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 07 – 11 January 2019
- Digi Communications NV: Announcement of the Conference Call for the 2018 Preliminary financial results. Update to the 2019 Company’s Financial Calendar
- A new Government Emergency Ordinance imposing additional corporate taxes with impact on the telecommunications sector in Romania
- DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 31 December 2018-04 January 2019
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 24-28 Dec 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 17-21 Dec 2018
- US Customer Data Platform authority David Raab to Host First CDP Workshop in Belgium
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 10-14 Dec 2018
- US-amerikanischer Customer-Data-Platform-Experte David M. Raab leitet ersten gemeinsamen CDP-Workshop mit b.telligent in München
- Arriva Designflows, la prima competizione di mobile design in Italia
- BWW 2018 – Best Wine Critics of World have been selected – Jancis Robinson MW is the Winner!
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 3-7 December 2018
- Farming by Satellite Prize is won by Teagasc from Ireland
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 26-30 Nov 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: Digi Communications N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 19-23 November 2018
- First Non-Melanocytic Skin Cancer Patients treated with Rhenium-SCT® in South Africa
- Notification shares buy-back: Digi Communications N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 12-16 November 2018
- Base Element and Cognigy Announce Strategic Partnership
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the Hungarian Competition Council’s decision to formally withdraw and reassess the Invitel merger decision on certain limited aspects
- Amerikaanse Customer Data Platform authoriteit David M. Raab leidt eerste CDP Workshop in Nederland
- Digi Communications NV announces the release of the Q3 2018 Financial Results
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 5-9 November 2018
- Cobots and RPA Gain Centerstage in Automotive Robotics Space; Labor Issues Prevail as a Key Challenge
- Digi Communications NV announces Investor Call on the Financial Results for Q3 2018
- Food Waste Recycling Machine Sales to Reach 10,890 units in 2018 on the Back of Growing Investments in Sustainable Solutions
- SMEs Accounted for Nearly 60% Share of SAP Cloud Platform Services Market in 2017, Finds New Fact.MR Study
- China’s Dominance of Pneumatic Rollers Production and Demand Continues, Finds Fact.MR Study
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 29 October-2 November 2018
- ILC Dover to Open New Production Facility in Blarney, Ireland for Added Capabilities, Capacity and Jobs
- OEMs Hold 90% Share of Automotive Switches Sales Channel, Finds Fact.MR
- US$ 3 Billion RF Power Amplifiers Market Driven by Growing Cellular Applications, Finds Fact.MR Study
- Kidney Stone Management Device Sales to Surpass 340,000 Units in 2018 with Lithotripsy Devices Leading the Rally, Finds Fact.MR
- Fact.MR Study Finds Contractor Preference Shifting from Skid Steers to Compact Track Loaders in Lucrative Markets
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 22-26 October 2018
- DB CyberTech Launches into the European Market
- Hungarian coding bootcamp opens in Prague in order to train career changers looking to enter the IT industry
- Gasoline Vehicles Accounted for 8 in 10 Automotive Fuel Injector Sales in 2018, finds Fact.MR Study
- Fact.MR Study Finds Global Demand for Crawler Cranes to Reach 3,648 Units in 2018, Greater China Leads with 30% Share
- Surplus Supply Reflects Growing Avidity in the Europe Cocoa Market – Fact.MR Study
- Fact.MR Study Shows Declining Demand for Tilapia in US Offset by Encouraging Gains in Domestic Markets
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 15-19 October 2018
- Europe Home Diagnostics Market Driven by Burgeoning Glucose Monitoring Device Sales, Consumer Demand for Non-Invasive Kits Largely Unmet – Fact.MR Study
- Europe Bicycle Parking Racks Market Driven by Consumer Focus on Sustainability and Carbon Consciousness
- Halloumi Cheese Popularity Soars in Europe as UK Maintains its Lead as the Largest Market – Fact.MR Study
- Vehicle Interior Air Quality (VIAQ) Takes Centerstage in US$ 6.5 Million Europe Automotive Headliners Market
- Report of legal acts concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in accordance with Romanian Law no. 24/2017 and FSA Regulation no. 5/2018 for September 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 8-12 Oct 2018
- Europe Emulsifier and Co-Emulsifier Market Witnessing a Shift Towards Bio-based Variants – Fact.MR Study
- Fact.MR Study on IBM Watson Services Market Lists Business Agility and Customer Service Transformation as Key Motivations to Adoption
- Europe Non-Dairy Toppings Market Riding on the Coattails of Growing Vegan Revolution, Finds a New Fact.MR Study
- Blockchain Cyber-security Firm Privus Raises $635k in Late Stage Seed Funding
- Smart Scale Co. Unveils World's First IoT Smart Scale Container, Stashaweigh™, at New West Summit
- ‘Sustainability’, ‘Functionality’ and ‘Cost-Effectiveness’ Among Key Expectations of European Consumers from Automotive Tow Bars Industry
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 1-5 Oct 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 24-28 Sept 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 17-21 Sept 2018
- New Study Reconfirms Effectiveness and Safety of Fotona Dynamis Laser Treatment for Minimally-Invasive Urinary Incontinence
- New study reveals that hate speech is becoming the ‘new normal’ on social media
- The launch of fixed broadband and fixed telephony services by Digi Communication N.V.’s subsidiary in Spain
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 10-14 Sept 2018
- coMakeIT appoints Durga Prakash Kone as Head of Global Sales
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 3-7 Sept 2018
- 80% Satisfaction Rate in Europe for Customer Data Platform Early Adopters
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 27-31 Aug 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 20-24 Aug 2018
- DB CyberTech Launches GDPR Continuous Monitoring Solution with the First to Market Advanced Data Classification
- DATA4 Brings Pioneering Payment Systems to Kiosk Summit 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 13-17 Aug 2018
- Zuuse to acquire GCPay, a leading North American provider of construction payment applications software
- Digi Communications NV announces the release of the Q2 2018 Financial Results
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 6-10 August 2018
- Plus Ultra strongly denies the fraud allegations bought against them in the Spanish class action lawsuit
- Digi Communications NV announces Investor Call on the Financial Results for H1 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 30 July-3 August 2018
- Europe’s largest battery and H/EV event moves to manufacturing hub for e-mobility
- Mono Solutions announce a new partnership with PA DIGITAL, the leading provider of digital services for small businesses in Spain
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 23-27 July 2018
- Digi Communications N.V. publishes report of legal acts concluded by the company in accordance with Romanian Law, FSA Regulation as well as the Independent Limited Assurance Report
- Spahn & Rose Named to ProSales 100 List
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 16-20 July 2018
- RCH Europe Brings New Innovative Selling Solutions to FAFGA 2018
- Lanzamiento de un nuevo sitio web de comparación financiera
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 9-13 July 2018
- European Customer Data Platform Vendors Lead Industry in New Direction
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol, 2-6 July 2018
- iBwave Design Helps MTS Deliver Superior Fan Experience During the 2018 Soccer Games in Russia
- Get Ahead Of Your Business Competition with Customized Advertising Campaigns by Manesta Programmatic Agency
- Digi Communications N.V. announces the publishing of ANCOM approval for RCS & RDS S.A. to continue to apply a surcharge for certain roaming services provided in the EEA for a renewed period of 12 months
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 25-29 June 2018
- Euro Staff Solution: First 2 Employees are on Us
- Press conference: Illegal sales of Schengen and Medical Visa Scandal involving Maltese PM’s Office
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol between 18-22 June 2018
- Notification shares buy-back: DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V. reports to the regulated market the transactions which occurred under the DIGI symbol (June 11-15, 2018)
- Settlement of litigations between RCS & RDS S.A. and Antena Group entities
- Dr. Christina Marrongelli to lead World Congress on Pharmacology & Chemistry of Natural Compounds
- Report of legal acts concluded by DIGI Communications N.V. in accordance with Romanian Law no. 24/2017 and Rule no. 1/2006 of CNVM – May 2018
- 40 miljoen liter verdwijnt onnodig in het europese millieu | Stem op Cleanprotec | Dave Bebelaar award 2018
- Mit der Eröffnung eines neuen Büros in Spanien stärkt IN-GRY seine Präsenz in Europa
- Con la inauguración de una nueva sede en España, INRGY reforzará su presencia en Europa
- With the opening of a new office in Spain, IN-RGY strengthens its business presence in Europe
- Avec l’ouverture d’un nouveau bureau en Espagne, IN-RGY renforce sa présence commerciale en Europe
- Revealed: Top Tips for Sunseekers on a Shoestring in Spain
- Qoobo, a Pillow That Wags Its Tail to Your Touch, Is Coming to CEBIT
- Digi Communications NV: The initiation by the Company of the share buy-back program as authorized by the Company’s GSM from 2 May 2018
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The event takes place on Roblox and includes a virtual performance by rapper Denzel Curry and a collaboration with street artist Shepard Fairey, as well as minigames and virtual goods for a cause
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since 2020, the family of Joaquin "Guac" Oliver has thrown a lively birthday party for him, dubbed "Guacathon," riffing on Joaquin's nickname "Guac" and making it an annual tradition following Joaquin's assassination at the Parkland, FL school shooting.
Joaquin's parents Manuel and Patricia Oliver, vocal advocates of creative activism and youth empowerment toward common sense gun laws, want more young people to experience the party and celebrate Joaquin's birthday and life—and to make a positive impact on their world. To do this, they and the organization they founded, Change the Ref, have enlisted the leading metaverse development studio MELON to bring Guacathon to Roblox on August 4, 2022.
On August 4, Joaquin's 22nd birthday, a celebration will take place in the Guacathon experience. An in-person, exclusive event will accompany this day's celebrations in New York City, with invitees that are close friends and allies to Patricia and Manuel Oliver, who have been invited to this gathering to commemorate the life and continued legacy and activism of their son.
Guacathon will unfold as a virtual urban festival, packed with people listening to music, interacting with art, and shooting hoops. Fiercely independent Miami-raised MC Denzel Curry will perform on the mainstage, bringing songs from his most recent album, the critically-acclaimed Melt My Eyez See Your Future, as well as his storied catalog to the stage. Curry has worked closely with some of the most exciting names in music, from rap titans like Ross Ross and T-Pain, to idiosyncratic bass maestro Thundercat and legendary producer Robert Glasper, among others. He has recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, NPR's Tiny Desk Concert and performed show stopping freestyles for Funk Flex and LA Leakers. 2022 has seen Denzel Curry cement himself as one of the most vital names in rap after a decade-long ascent from underground icon.
"There's been a lot of misuse of guns in the United States that claim the lives of many, I've lost a lot of friends and family members to gun violence," remarks Curry. "Today isn't a sad day for the family of Joaquin…today is a day we celebrate the life of Joaquin to the fullest to show his legacy will never be forgotten and that we have brighter days yet to come."
Around the virtual block party, Roblox community members will be able to view a new portrait of Joaquin, created by underground legendary artist and viral phenom Shepard Fairey, whose ubiquitous OBEY campaign and Obama HOPE poster designs impacted and moved millions. In addition, Fairey's work has been exhibited in museums such as MOMA and the Victoria and Albert. This is Fairey's first interactive public art project on Roblox.
"I've seen how art can shift the conversation and bring us together in politically and culturally meaningful ways," notes Fairey. "I'm eager to watch this same thing unfold in the metaverse and to see if we can start a new conversation around gun safety and violence that's led by the young people too often impacted by it."
Along with performances and participatory art experiences, Guacathon will also feature custom minigames reflecting Joaquin's loves, including street art and basketball. Paint Zone lets visitors grab a virtual spray paint can and compete in a race to tag as many areas and earn as many points as possible. Hoop Jam challenges sports fans to beat the clock and make increasingly difficult shots. In both minigames competitors earn tokens that can be used to unlock virtual merch that commemorates the event, including a Roblox version of Guac's guitar and a special Guac jersey. All proceeds from these sales go to Change the Ref. In addition, Shepard Fairey and Denzel Curry will offer several special virtual items, with half the proceeds from the sale of these items going to Change the Ref.
In celebrating Joaquin's life, the Olivers want to highlight the role young people can play in speaking up and supporting meaningful change in their communities. "We're not having a moment of silence. We're having a party," explains Joaquin's mother Patricia. "I'm grateful for the metaverse, for having a place where my son can help people connect and share his life. I want his peers to enjoy a party in his honor and make friends with his metaverse self."
Most importantly, Joaquin will appear as an avatar at his family's request throughout the experience, serving as an inspiration for the festivities. It reflects Change the Ref's belief that we can shift our relationship to gun violence and safety through positive, artful work together. This metaverse edition of Guacathon continues several years of tech-forward, celebrity-hosted virtual events on platforms like Facebook Live and Twitch, all of which reflected this commitment to creative activism and youth empowerment.
"It's an honor to work with the Oliver family and bring Joaquin to the metaverse. Manuel and Patricia's strength and love for life is an inspiration that has driven this project," notes Josh Neuman, co-founder and co-CEO of MELON. "We hope that Guacathon moves young people through this celebration, and that they can feel the passion of this special family and the community they have built around them."
Guacathon opens on August 4, 2022. Denzel Curry's premier performance takes place at 3pm PST on Friday, August 5 and he will repeat an encore performance every hour until 11pm PST on August 7.
About Change the Ref
Change The Ref (CTR), was formed to empower Future Leaders. CTR gives the kids of today the tools they need to be empowered to make changes to critical issues that affect our nation, through education, conversation, and activism. It uses urban art and nonviolent creative confrontation to expose the disastrous effects of the mass shooting pandemic. Change The Ref's ultimate goal is to give the young generation of survivors and victims a disrupting voice to help lead the way to change – a more peaceful future.
About MELON
Founded in 2017, MELON is a powerhouse development studio for the metaverse. They are creating original game properties and building some of the most innovative experiences across sports, music, film/TV, fashion and brands on the Roblox platform and beyond. MELON's partnerships with major music labels and consumer product IP have gathered and engaged hundreds of millions of visits around the world.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Morning" game were:
3-7-5, FIREBALL: 5
(three, seven, five; FIREBALL: five)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Morning" game were:
3-7-5, FIREBALL: 5
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Acquisition adds locations in Southern CA and Las Vegas for the expanding indoor karting company
, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- K1 Speed, the world's largest indoor go kart racing operator, announces today their acquisition of Pole Position Raceway and its two company-owned karting centers in Las Vegas, Nevada and Corona, California.
As a result of the acquisition, both Pole Position Raceway locations will become K1 Speed centers in name, and soon, in look and experience.
"For over 17 years, Pole Position Raceway has done a fine job operating indoor karting centers," says K1 Speed CEO/Founder David Danglard. "We look forward to building upon the foundation they've created."
Both locations remain open to visitors as they undergo a complete transformation. Over the coming months, the temporary track barriers and karts will be replaced with the latest electric karts and permanent track barriers. Additionally, a Paddock Lounge cafe will be constructed at both centers, offering a variety of food options and a new lineup of refreshments.
Existing employees of Pole Position Raceway have been welcomed with open arms into the K1 Speed family for a seamless transition. A third Pole Position Raceway location, a franchise in Des Moines, will continue to operate under the Pole Position name for the time being.
The Pole Position Raceway acquisition adds to an explosive year of growth for K1 Speed in 2022. A total of eight new locations have now opened in the United States and Canada in the first six months. A further seven locations are projected to open by the end of the year all across the United States and in France, including the company's first outdoor karting track, K1 Circuit in Southern California.
More information about these centers can be found at www.k1speed.com/las-vegas-location.html and www.k1speed.com/corona-location.html.
Founded in 2003, K1 Speed is the world's largest indoor electric kart racing operator, and by 2023 will have 73 locations in seven different countries and 23 states. K1 Speed offers a unique upscale entertainment concept for casual consumers, racing enthusiasts, and corporate or group events. Each location features a unique track layout, cutting-edge electric go karts, the safest track barrier system, an onsite Paddock Lounge café, sophisticated decor, and authentic motorsport memorabilia. K1 Speed offers both an International Franchise and United States Franchise and is currently accepting applications.
Pole Position Raceway was created in September 2005 in Corona, California, by founder Ken Faught. They operated under the following mission statement: to create an exciting environment where casual drivers and professional racers have a chance to test their skills against one another on equal terms, and to introduce new people to the dynamic world of motorsports while giving hard-core racers and fans an experience that they will want to share with friends.
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Baby formula shortage easing, but not over
(CNN) - It looks like the baby formula shortage is getting better but still has a long way to go.
A new report from market research firm Information Resources Inc. shows formula availability is better than it was, but it is still not back to normal.
About 20% of all types of baby formula products were out of stock during the week ending July 24.
It was only 10% before Abbott Nutrition’s nationwide recall.
The White House is doing what it can, like bringing in formula from overseas and extending programs designed to help families affected by the shortage.
For countless low-income families, babies who need specific types of formula and in rural areas where there are not many stores to choose from, it is still tough.
The Food and Drug Administration says formula production needs to continue at high levels for six to eight weeks for supply to keep up with demand.
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Little Wolfe was born more than seven weeks early to Stephen Crawshaw, from Illingworth, and his wife Louise while they were away in Turkey.
He has been receiving treatment in intensive care in Turkey but has now come off a ventilator and has been able to have his first cuddle with Louise.
Loved ones said: "He is still getting fed through a tube as he is a little young and doesn’t have the suckle reflex just yet. They are hoping it will come soon though.
"Louise had her first cuddle with him today for a whole five mins and it was amazing. He is so tiny."
As reported by the Courier, Stephen and his wife Louise are facing steep medical and accommodation bills in Turkey, and it would cost around £50,000 to charter an air ambulance to fly Wolfe back to the UK.
The couple were married last month at Hazlewood Castle, near Leeds, and were away with their nearly-one-year-old son Ronnie and Louise's three other children for their honeymoon when Wolfe was born.
The couple had insurance, as well as a fit to fly note from Louise's midwife, but their insurance company has told them Wolfe would have needed to be born eight weeks early for them to pay out - and he was born seven weeks and five days before his due date.
Stephen, 28, has been serving with the Yorkshire Regiment since he was 16, and has many family members in Halifax.
The couple's loved ones have set up an online fundraiser in a bid to help the couple during their ordeal.
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Chennai, Aug 2 (PTI) The first bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the Additional Advocate General to obtain instructions from the Tamil Nadu government over its stand on exchanging land owned bySTRA University in Thanjavur for the poramboke land occupied and enjoyed by it for about 35 years.
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The bench of Chief Justice M N Bhandari and Justice N Mala gave the direction to the AAG, when the writ appeal from Shanmuga Arts, Science, Technology and Research Academy (SASTRA), a deemed university, challenging a GO dated February 23 this year, came up for further hearing today.
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The GO, passed by the Thanjavur Tahsildar, pursuant to an order of the HC, refused to assign 31.37 acres of government land that was held by the university. It granted four weeks time to the institution to vacate the encroached land.
According to the appellant university, it owned 86.80 acres of agricultural land in the neighbouring Thatchankurichi village with all amenities, including electricity supply and a borewell. It offered to hand over any of its properties in exchange for assignment of the 31.37 acres of government land. It had also agreed to pay the difference in value. However, the government did not consider the plea.
Hence, the present appeal to quash the GO and direct the government to reconsider the issue.
The matter stands adjourned till August 8.
Originally, a division bench of Justices Nooty Ramamohana Rao (since retired) and S M Subramaniam in August 2017 had delivered a split judgment on assigning the government lands toSTRA. While the former directed the government to consider the request for payment of Rs 10 crore by the university, the latter directed it to vacate.
The matter was referred to a third judge -- C V Karthikeyan -- who in August 2018 concurred with Justice Subramaniam.
Subsequently, the Supreme Court too dismissed the appeal from the university, but held the appellant can seek appropriate remedy, if any available under law, before the forum concerned.
On the strength of such observation, the university in September, 2018 wrote to the then Chief Minister K Palaniswami praying for assignment of the government lands. In February, 2020, the government constituted a committee headed by IAS officer Gagandeep Singh Bedi to study the issue and submit its recommendations.
Bedi was relieved from the committee, after his appointment as Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner later and was succeeded by S Jayanthi who submitted her recommendations. Thereafter, the government decided to take back the land for an open air prison for adolescent offenders, in October last year.
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KHIMKI, Russia — American basketball star Brittney Griner was back in court on Tuesday for her trial for cannabis possession amid U.S. diplomatic efforts to secure her release.
During the hearing, prosecutors called a state narcotics expert who analyzed cannabis found in Griner's luggage. Her defense fielded a specialist who challenged the analysis, charging that it was flawed and didn't conform to official rules.
Griner was escorted into court in handcuffs and placed inside a cage in the trial in Khimki, a town on the northern edge of Moscow. While in the cage she held up personal photos.
The trial adjourned until Thursday, when closing statements are scheduled.
If convicted, the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) star and two-time Olympic gold medalist could face 10 years in prison. As her trial has progressed, the Biden administration has faced growing public pressure to get her released.
In an extraordinary move, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken last week spoke to his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, urging him to accept a deal under which Griner and Paul Whelan, an American imprisoned in Russia on an espionage conviction, would go free.
The Lavrov-Blinken call marked the highest-level known contact between Washington and Moscow since Russia sent troops into Ukraine more than five months ago, the direct outreach at odds with U.S. efforts to isolate the Kremlin.
People familiar with the proposal say it envisions trading Griner and Whelan for the notorious arms trader Viktor Bout. It underlines the public pressure that the White House has faced to get Griner released.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters Monday that Russia has made a “bad faith” response to the U.S. government’s offer, a counteroffer that American officials don’t regard as serious. She declined to elaborate.
Griner has acknowledged there were vape canisters containing cannabis oil in her luggage when she was arrested at a Moscow airport in February. But she insisted that she had no criminal intent and that the canisters ended up in her luggage because she was packing hastily. Griner played for a Russian women’s basketball team in the WNBA off-season.
To bolster her case, her defense lawyers have presented testimony from doctors that she was prescribed cannabis as a treatment for pain. Medical marijuana treatment is not legal in Russia.
“There are a lot of factors that will taken by the court into account," Griner's attorney Maria Blagovolina told reporters after Tuesday's hearing, adding that Griner "admitted that she did bring something, but we need to know what she did bring.”
While judges have leeway to consider mitigating factors under Russian law, acquittals are rare and account for less than 1% of cases in Russian criminal prosecutions.
A conviction, however, could potentially pave the way for Griner's exchange as Russian officials said it could only happen after the judicial process is completed.
Tom Firestone, a Washington attorney who formerly served as legal adviser at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, said Griner could be handed a tough sentence as a way for Russians "to maximize their leverage in negotiations.” He told The Associated Press that Russia “may want to let this play out a little bit longer and try to extract more concessions.”
Russian officials have scoffed at U.S. statements about the case, saying they show a disrespect for Russian law. They remained poker-faced, urging Washington to discuss the issue through “quiet diplomacy without releases of speculative information.”
Asked about the latest White House comment regarding the Russian counteroffer, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov wouldn't offer any details.
“Any exchange of information on the subject should be discreet without any ‘loudspeaker diplomacy,’” he told reporters. “Public exchange of positions will not yield any result."
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a safe and secure way to store a cell phone, wallet, keys and other personal items in the cooler while at the pool, beach or park," said an inventor, from Centerville, Mass., "so I invented the HOT BOX. My design ensures that personal items are protected from potential theft while enjoying outdoor activities."
The invention provides an improved way to secure personal items within a cooler. In doing so, it offers an effective alternative to traditional cooler designs. As a result, it helps to prevent theft and it ensures that food and drinks remain cool. The invention features a secure and portable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, beach and pool goers, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Boston sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-BMA-5735, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Published: Aug. 2, 2022 at 11:29 AM EDT|Updated: 39 minutes ago
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total July sales of 23,393 vehicles, a decrease of 28.5 percent compared to July 2021. Year-to-date sales totaled 166,195 vehicles; a decrease of 25.1 percent compared to the same time last year. With 26 selling days in July, compared to 27 the year prior, the company posted a decrease of 25.8 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.
CPO sales totaled 3,570 vehicles in July, a decrease of 47 percent compared to July 2021.
Sales Highlight
Best-ever July sales of CX-30 with 6,040 vehicles sold.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 4,290 vehicles, an increase of 8.6 percent compared to July last year. Year-to-date sales decreased 27.0 percent, with 20,711 vehicles sold.
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts, and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, and Mexico through approximately 780 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at News.MazdaUSA.com.
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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Legal challenges to Florida’s 15-week abortion ban continue to spring up. The latest set comes from seven Florida faith leaders from across the Sunshine State, including one in Tampa.
The bill was signed into law in April by Gov. Ron DeSantis and immediately faced legal challenges on privacy and freedom of religion grounds. The American Civil Liberties Union, Planned Parenthood, and Congregation L’Dor Va-Dor in Palm Beach have all filed suit to block HB 5.
Rabbi Jason Rosenberg of Congregation Beth Am in Tampa is suing the state of Florida to block implementation of House Bill 5, the state’s latest restriction against abortion rights.
Rosenberg is one of seven more Florida faith leaders are “seeking to overturn” the new law, which they call controversial.
According to a statement sent to the press regarding the lawsuits, “the plaintiffs – representing Reform Judaism, Buddhism, the Episcopal Church, the United Church of Christ, and the Unitarian Universalist Church – assert that HB 5 violates their constitutional rights of freedom of speech and free exercise of religion, the constitutional separation of Church and State, and the Florida Religious Freedom Restoration Act.”
Rosenberg’s specific complaint is joined by two other Florida rabbis, Rabbi Gayle Pomerantz of Temple Beth Sholom in Miami Beach, and Rabbi Robyn Fisher of Beth Or in South Dade.
The court filing itself starts out expressing the position of the three rabbis, saying their “religious beliefs, speech, and conduct are severely burdened by the state of Florida’s criminalization of abortion in many circumstances where the Jewish faith supports the decision to obtain an abortion on religious grounds.”
As a result, the three rabbis complaint said they are “seeking to invalidate House Bill 5,” due to how it violates their rights of free speech and free exercise of religion, as well as the protections given to residents by the Florida Constitution, the Florida Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and their rights as “guaranteed by the First and Fourteenth Amendments” of the U.S. Constitution. The rabbinical plaintiffs argue that under HB 5 and Florida’s criminal law, “Plaintiffs are at risk of prosecution for counseling women, girls, and families to obtain an abortion beyond the narrow bounds of HB 5 as someone who aids and abets the crime. Under Florida’s aiding and abetting law, they commit the crime itself by counseling in favor of it.”
According to their Jewish beliefs, the lawsuit says, all human life is sacred and holy. The plaintiffs say in their roles as religious leaders, they sometimes offer counsel on life decisions, including pregnancy and abortion. “The relationship between a clergy member and their congregants and community represents a sacred trust,” the lawsuit reads.
In the lawsuit, the plaintiffs say HB 5 has allowed state officials to “insert themselves” into the “alliance” of clergy and congregants, which they say “until now” was “protected, revered, and respected as sacrosanct and inviolable.”
Additionally, by not providing religious exemptions and “no exceptions for the psychological health of the pregnant woman or girl, incest, rape, or trafficking, non-fatal fetal abnormalities, or psychological disease or impairment,” the government officials named as defendants are imposing criminal penalties on not just those who seek abortions, but those who counsel or assist in getting one after the fifteen week restriction.
The rabbis say the new law “tramples” upon the First Amendment and state constitutional free speech rights and religious rights created by federal law and the Florida Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
The other four complaints filed on behalf of religious plaintiffs make similar arguments to the three rabbis, saying the state has placed itself in a position to interfere with religious counsel and practice of faith, as related to beliefs about pregnancy and abortion.
The other plaintiffs include an Episcopal Church priest, who remains anonymous, from Miami-Dade County, Karma Chotso, a Buddhist Lama, Rev. Tom Capo of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, and Laurinda Hafner of the United Church of Christ, all of whose congregations are in Miami-Dade County.
The plaintiffs are represented by Prof. Marci Hamilton of the University of Pennsylvania, a professor of practice in political science, as well as “law and religion experts and attorneys” from Spiro Harrison and Jayaram Law.
“It is an honor to represent these brave leaders of their faiths in fighting for their bedrock constitutional rights to free speech and religious liberty, which are now being suppressed by HB 5. For decades, the Catholic bishops and the Evangelical right wing have claimed a singular religious high ground on the issue of abortion rights, and tried to label anyone opposed to their views as ‘secularists.’ Yet there are millions of Americans whose deeply held religious beliefs, speech, and conduct are being substantially burdened by restrictive abortion bans like HB 5,” Hamilton said in a statement. “Freedom of religion must protect the religious rights and beliefs of all citizens – not just those opposed to women’s right to choose.” | https://www.wfla.com/news/politics/tampa-rabbi-sues-state-over-15-week-abortion-ban-one-of-7-faith-leaders-in-new-lawsuits/ | 2022-08-02T16:10:26Z | https://www.wfla.com/news/politics/tampa-rabbi-sues-state-over-15-week-abortion-ban-one-of-7-faith-leaders-in-new-lawsuits/ | true |
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a fun board game for track and field running enthusiasts," said an inventor, from Baltimore, Md., "so I invented the ATHLETIC TRACK BOARD GAME. My design could spark fun, social interaction and friendly competition with family and friends."
The patent-pending invention provides a new race-themed board game for children and adults. In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional board games. As a result, it enhances fun and entertainment and it could spark friendly competition. The invention features a unique design that is easy to set up and play so it is ideal for children and adults, particularly athletes and sports-minded individuals. Additionally, a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Baltimore sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-BDH-160, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "Ice hockey players often play deck hockey. I thought there could be a more convenient pair of skates to accommodate the two," said an inventor, from Pembroke, Mass., "so I invented the IN LINE ICE SKATE. My design enables you to utilize the same pair of skate boots on ice, sport decks and pavement."
The patent-pending invention provides an improved pair of skates for individuals who enjoy inline and ice skating. In doing so, it eliminates the need to purchase and break in two separate pairs of skate boots. As a result, it increases convenience and comfort. The invention features a cost-effective and practical design that is easy to wear and use so it is ideal for individuals who enjoy inline and ice skating. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Boston sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-BEC-193, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Get paid to spend the rest of your summer taking retro beach vacations
(Gray News) - Hotels.com is looking for someone to spend the rest of their summer traveling to the best retro beach motels across the country.
The “Retro Beach Motelier” will receive a $10,000 stipend to spend on the trips, as well as a $5,000 salary. You’ll also be able to bring a friend along.
The suggested itinerary includes “cozy coastal gems dripping in nostalgia” like The Pearl Hotel in San Diego and Vagabond Hotel in Miami.
You’ll be expected to indulge in offline activities and document your trips for future generations using a classic polaroid camera. The photos will be posted to Hotels.com to attract new visitors to the motels.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old. The application deadline is Aug. 5, and a winner will be chosen and notified by Aug. 12.
For more information or to apply, click here.
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Published: Aug. 2, 2022 at 10:29 AM CDT|Updated: 42 minutes ago
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total July sales of 23,393 vehicles, a decrease of 28.5 percent compared to July 2021. Year-to-date sales totaled 166,195 vehicles; a decrease of 25.1 percent compared to the same time last year. With 26 selling days in July, compared to 27 the year prior, the company posted a decrease of 25.8 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.
CPO sales totaled 3,570 vehicles in July, a decrease of 47 percent compared to July 2021.
Sales Highlight
Best-ever July sales of CX-30 with 6,040 vehicles sold.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 4,290 vehicles, an increase of 8.6 percent compared to July last year. Year-to-date sales decreased 27.0 percent, with 20,711 vehicles sold.
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts, and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, and Mexico through approximately 780 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at News.MazdaUSA.com.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Mo Ostin, a self-effacing giant of the music business who with rare integrity presided over Warner Bros. Records’ rise to a sprawling, billion-dollar empire and helped discover and nurture artists from Jimi Hendrix to Green Day, has died. He was 95.
Warner Records said Ostin, a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, died Sunday “peacefully in his sleep.” In a statement, the company called him “one of the greatest record men of all time.”
“He remained a tireless champion of creative freedom, both for the talent he nurtured and the people who worked for him. Mo lived an extraordinary life doing what he loved, and he will be deeply missed throughout the industry he helped create, and by the countless artists and colleagues whom he inspired to be their best selves,” said Tom Corson, co-chairman and COO, and Aaron Bay-Schuck, co-chairman and CEO, in the statement.
Short and bald and mild in demeanor, “Chairman Mo” was never as famous as such rival moguls as Clive Davis or Walter Yetnikoff, but few equaled his power or prestige as rock music officially became big business. For decades, Ostin thrived on the simple, underused idea of taking on talented and original performers and letting them remain talented and original, whether Hendrix and Neil Young, Fleetwood Mac and Paul Simon, or R.E.M. and Green Day.
“Mo Ostin was one of a kind,” Davis tweeted. “The company he chaired was truly unique in its very special management of artists and the extraordinary depth and range of talent on its roster. Mo’s artists deeply impacted contemporary music and culture profoundly and historically.”
Under Ostin’s leadership, Warner signed Hendrix when the guitarist was hardly known beyond the London club scene, Fleetwood Mac when they were a blues act and the Grateful Dead when their legend was confined to the Bay Area. John Lennon and Yoko Ono, George Harrison, Nirvana, Madonna, Eric Clapton, James Taylor, Prince, R.E.M. and Guns N’ Roses were among the other performers who joined Warner during his reign.
“Intimidation is not the answer,” Ostin, in a rare interview, told The Los Angeles Times in 1994. “I don’t know why, but corporate people have a tendency to think in terms of immediate gratification. Sure, you can squeeze another dollar out of anything, but that’s not what makes a record company run profitably.”
He also assembled an elite and trusted team of executives, including producer-Warner president Lenny Waronker and advertising-marketing head Stan Cronyn. David Geffen, whose Geffen label was distributed by Warner, would eventually hire Ostin to run the DreamWorks music division.
Ostin started at Warner in 1963, became president in 1970, chairman soon after and rarely faltered over the next quarter century as the once-marginal label eventually included Elektra, Atlantic, Sire, Geffen’s Asylum and Madonna’s Maverick Records among others. With corporations finally embracing the music they once disdained, Warner competed fiercely with CBS Records — and its leader, Yetnikoff — for industry leadership. Ostin’s prime was an era of high-level bidding and poaching, whether Warner’s taking Simon from Columbia or Columbia’s convincing Taylor to leave Warner.
Ostin was praised for his judgment and for his patience, sticking with artists such as Simon and Van Morrison even when their albums didn’t sell. He even inspired some songs, including Young’s “Surfer Joe” and Harrison’s playful ballad “Mo,” featured on a six-CD compilation of music that Ostin had helped release.
His ouster in 1994 led to new tributes. “Mo, Mo, why do you have to go?/You’re the first record company guy/That looked me in the eye,” the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea wrote. Numerous artists and executives left Warner after his departure.
Ostin did have occasional conflicts with artists. Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac would recall his unhappiness when the group followed its mega-selling “Rumours” album with the experimental double record, “Tusk.” Some of Prince’s greatest hits, including his “Purple Rain” and “1999” albums, came out through Warner. But Prince fought with the company over control of his master tapes and how much music he could release. For a time he changed his name, and was called The Artist Formerly Known as Prince. He appeared in public with the word “slave” written on his cheek.
“It bugged me, but I understood where he was coming from,” Ostin told Billboard in 2016, adding that he remained in awe of the late musician. “The guy was so unbelievably talented it was overwhelming.”
Born Morris Meyer Ostrofsky in New York City in 1927, Ostin was the able and lucky son of Jewish immigrants. The family moved to Los Angeles when he was 13 and ended up next door to the brother of jazz impresario Norman Granz, whose Verve label included Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Charlie Parker. While an undergraduate at UCLA, Ostin helped Granz sell concert programs and he dropped out of UCLA law school in the mid-1950s to manage the finances at Verve (called Clef at the time).
Ostin fit well into Verve’s sympathetic environment and was noticed by a superstar who in the late ’50s had attempted to buy the label: Frank Sinatra. When Sinatra instead formed his own company, Reprise, he brought in Ostin to run it.
“Frank’s whole idea was to create an environment which both artistically and economically would be more attractive for the artist than anybody else had to offer,” Ostin, who shortened his name soon after entering the record business, told the LA Times. “That wasn’t how it was anywhere else. You had financial guys, lawyers, marketing guys.”
But Ostin became frustrated by Sinatra’s aversion to rock music and moved over to Warner, which had purchased Reprise. He signed up one of Britain’s hot new bands, the Kinks, and followed over the next few years with Hendrix, the Dead, Morrison and others. He took on heavy metal acts (Black Sabbath), light pop (The Association), country rock (the Allman Brothers), comedians (Steve Martin) and novelty performers (Tiny Tim).
His good name and deeds helped him again and again. When Gene Simmons of Kiss learned of an upcoming band from the Los Angeles area, he alerted Ostin and Van Halen soon had a record deal. In 1990, Ostin was outbid for the Chili Peppers by Sony/Epic, but still called singer-writer Anthony Kiedis to wish him well. Kiedis was so surprised that the band ended up dropping Sony and moving to Warner.
Ostin had a close relationship with corporate boss Steve Ross, president of Kinney National Services when the former parking company purchased Warner in 1969. But Ross died of cancer in 1992 and Ostin clashed with Warner Music Group Chairman Bob Morgado, who believed that the company needed to cut expenses.
A breaking point was rapper Ice-T’s single “Cop Killer,” which led to widespread demands that it be pulled, the critics including law enforcement agencies, actor-conservative activist Charlton Heston and then-President George H.W. Bush. Ice-T left Warner in 1993 after agreeing not to put the song on his most recent album and the fallout was widely believed to have weakened Ostin’s standing.
In 1995, Geffen convinced Ostin and Waronker to head the music division of the newly-formed DreamWorks company. George Michael, Nelly Furtado and comedian Chris Rock were among the artists signed before DreamWorks was purchased by Universal Music in 2003.
In recent years, Ostin was a consultant at Warners and donated $10 million to UCLA to help establish the Evelyn and Mo Ostin Music Center, named in part for his wife of 55 years, Evelyn, who died in 2005. Their three sons — Michael, Kenny and Randy — all have been Warner executives. Randy died of cancer at age 60 in 2013.
Mo Ostin was voted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2003, with Young and Simon serving as his presenters. In 2014, he received a Grammy “Icon” award for lifetime achievement, honored as “a true pioneer of the contemporary music era whose life’s work has had a profound impact on the artists he has helped develop and the fans around the world who have benefited from their inspired creativity.” | https://www.koin.com/entertainment-news/mo-ostin-longtime-warner-records-chairman-dies-at-95/ | 2022-08-02T16:12:08Z | https://www.koin.com/entertainment-news/mo-ostin-longtime-warner-records-chairman-dies-at-95/ | true |
The acquisition expands Tegus' data offerings and creates the first modern research platform purpose-built for fundamental institutional investors
CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tegus, the leading research platform for investors, today announced that it has acquired Canalyst, creating a new industry standard for modern research.
Tegus is trusted by over 2,500 investment firms, corporations, and consultancies worldwide— including Accel, Sands Investment Group, and Redpoint Ventures—to make investment decisions simpler and faster. Tegus provides customers with the most comprehensive, real-time access to over 40,000 expert interviews and transcripts covering more than 22,000 public and private companies. Additionally, the Tegus platform delivers robust workflows and tools to simplify aggregating and analyzing public financials and SEC filings and earning transcripts.
Canalyst offers more than 4,000 fully drivable financial models and company benchmarking data, with every KPI and comparison that matters for making business-critical decisions. Canalyst was recently #49 on The Financial Times' list of The Americas' 500 Fastest-Growing Companies 2022.
Acquiring, analyzing, and acting on volumes of data has become an increasingly lengthy and time-consuming task for investors and businesses. At the same time, they are expected to make high-stakes decisions quickly and effectively. In today's environment, it's more important than ever for investors to make swift decisions with confidence.
Tegus and Canalyst data sets are among the highest quality accessible to investors today. Combining the Tegus and Canalyst solution offerings will help investors and businesses consolidate their research and due diligence processes across disparate terminals and platforms.
"Evaluating business and investment opportunities is an extremely inefficient process today," said Tegus Founders and Co-CEOs Michael Elnick and Thomas Elnick. "With our acquisition of Canalyst, we'll be able to provide customers with a comprehensive view of the qualitative and quantitative data they need to uplevel and scale their investment decisions – all on a single platform."
"Canalyst provides the most accurate and up-to-date financial models on 4,000+ publicly traded companies," said Damir Hot, CEO of Canalyst. "By joining the Tegus team, we will be able to give customers deeper and more efficient access to critical investment insights."
Tegus also recently acquired BamSEC, empowering Tegus platform users with powerful workflows to analyze core company filings and disclosures.
Learn more about the acquisition on the Tegus Blog.
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Tegus was advised on the transaction by teams at Latham & Watkins and Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg.
Tegus is the world's leading research platform for institutional investors. With real-time access to the most comprehensive database of over 40K expert interviews, 4,000+ downloadable financial models, workflows to surface and analyze data from SEC filings, as well as expert interview services, Tegus streamlines the way institutional investors and businesses conduct research. The company serves more than 2,500 customers worldwide, including investment firms, corporations, and consultancies. For more information about our leading market and business intelligence solution, visit tegus.com.
Canalyst Financial Modeling is the leading destination for public company data and analysis. The company's SaaS platform provides instant access to the cleanest, richest, best structured fundamental data and models on global public companies. Hundreds of firms across financial services and corporate markets globally rely on Canalyst to reduce duplicative work and ground their financial analysis on sound fundamental data.
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ATLANTA (AP) — The World Series champion Atlanta Braves bolstered their starting staff ahead of the trade deadline Tuesday by giving up a reliever who played a big part in their 2021 title.
Poised for another postseason run, the Braves dealt former closer Will Smith to the Houston Astros for right-hander Jake Odorizzi, giving Atlanta a sixth starting pitcher for the final two months of the regular season.
The move was the biggest of three deadline deals pulled off by general manager Alex Anthopoulos, who on Monday gave up minor leaguers for corner outfielder Robbie Grossman from Detroit and infielder Ehire Adrianza from Washington.
Atlanta, with the third-best record in the NL and going into Tuesday's games trailing the East-leading New York Mets by 3 1/2 games, was seeking additional depth for the rotation.
Ian Anderson has struggled and former All-Star Mike Soroka appears unlikely to make a major contribution this season after two major Achilles' injuries. Also, there are concerns that 13-game winner Kyle Wright, in his first full big league season, and rookie sensation Spencer Strider could tire down the stretch.
Smith played a huge role in the Braves' first World Series championship since 1995. He had 37 saves during the 2021 regular season and was even more dominant in the postseason, throwing 11 scoreless innings with six saves over 11 appearances.
But Smith willingly gave up the ninth-inning slot when the Braves signed longtime Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen during the offseason, and the lefty faltered in a less-prominent role.
In 41 appearances, Smith was 0-1 with a 4.38 ERA and five saves, giving up 35 hits — including seven homers — and 21 walks over 37 innings for a WHIP of 1.514.
In his last four appearances with the Braves, Smith surrendered six runs in three innings.
He was especially expendable with three other lefties — A.J. Minter, Tyler Matzek and Dylan Lee — proving more effective out of the bullpen. Also, former Padres closer Kirby Yates appears close to returning to the big leagues with the Braves after recovering from Tommy John surgery.
The AL West-leading Astros acquired the pitcher who was on the mound for the decisive game of the Braves' World Series victory over Houston last season.
The Astros have a glut of starting pitching and could afford to give up Odorizzi, especially to acquire a much-needed lefty for their bullpen. Smith is making $13 million in what is likely the final year of his contract. He has a $13 million club option for 2023 with a $1 million buyout.
The 32-year-old Odorizzi was an All-Star with Minnesota in 2019, when he had a career-best 15 wins. He went 4-3 with a 3.75 ERA in 12 starts for the Astros this season.
Odorizzi missed 42 games with a lower left leg injury and is 1-1 with a 4.45 ERA in five stars since returning to the Houston rotation. In his latest outing, he surrendered two hits in seven scoreless innings against Seattle.
The Braves could use six starters on an upcoming three-city road trip that includes a pair of doubleheaders. After that, they could go with Odorizzi as a spot starter to give everyone additional rest ahead of the postseason, or make a change if someone falters.
The 24-year-old Anderson has been a big disappointment, going 9-6 with a 4.99 ERA, though he did bolster his chances of staying in the rotation by giving up only one hit over six scoreless innings against the Nationals in his last start.
Wright has blossomed this season, leading the NL in wins to go along with a 2.93 ERA. But he has thrown 122 2/3 innings, closing in on his professional high of 143 1/3 set last season while mostly pitching at Triple-A Gwinnett.
The hard-throwing Strider has made a hugely successful transition to the Braves rotation, going 5-3 with a 2.93 ERA in 22 appearances that include 11 starts.
But Strider has logged 80 1/3 innings, not far from the 96 1/3 he pitched a year ago while making a meteoric rise from Low-A to the big leagues in his first professional season.
The trade for Odorizzi, who has a $6.5 million player option for 2023 and minimum buyout of $3.25 million that could grow based on innings pitcher over 2021-22, would seemingly complete the Braves' wish list before the deadline.
Grossman, a switch hitter who has been much more effective against left-handers, gives the Braves an outfielder who can platoon with lefty-hitting Eddie Rosario and serve as a replacement for Adam Duvall, who recently underwent season-ending wrist surgery.
Adrianza returns to the team he played for in 2021, providing additional infield depth until Ozzie Albies returns from a broken foot, likely in early September.
The Astros also were busy at the deadline, acquiring catcher Christian Vázquez from Boston and slugger Trey Mancini from the Orioles.
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A 0.5% interest rate hike this week will rattle homeowners as the age of cheap money draws to a close, says ALEX BRUMMER
A half-a-percentage point rise in the Bank of England’s interest rate to 1.75 per cent looks likely on Thursday, which will make homeowners start to feel wary.
Fixed-rate deals will not last forever and those borrowers with tracker or standard-rate mortgages will feel the pinch immediately.
The age of easy money is drawing to a close. We can expect a new Prime Minister to be watching Threadneedle Street like a hawk. Tory favourite Liz Truss has indicated that she might seek to change the Bank’s mandate.
'A half-a-percentage point rise in the Bank of England’s interest rate to 1.75 per cent looks likely on Thursday, which will make homeowners start to feel wary'
There is nothing wrong with that as long as the Bank’s hard-won independence is not compromised. Any effort to impose a political agenda on the Bank could precipitate a market crisis. Truss is radical in her economic thinking. She has been questioning the conventional wisdom about the Bank for some years.
As Chief Secretary to the Treasury under Philip Hammond, she wanted a review of how the Bank sets rates but was frustrated by the Chancellor. One doesn’t have to be a critic of the Bank to think it has failed to do a bangup job in confronting inflation. The Bank cannot be held responsible for the cost-of living surge, largely the result of supply side changes.
Yet it failed to see it coming, kept the foot pressed on the monetary accelerator and, as a communicator, governor Andrew Bailey has not impressed. Like the grand old Duke of York, he marched his troops up the hill in November on the prospect of a rate rise, only to march down again.
Comments about pay restraint – coming from someone well cushioned from the squeeze – were maladroit. If there were bandwidth for change at the Old Lady, what should the next Tory leader do? Truss wants to see more focus on monetary policy. The extended period of low interest rates and quantitative easing starting in 2008 has made monetarism fashionable again.
A huge expansion of the money supply combined with supply constraints has created a toxic mix. But targeting money growth alone can produce erratic outcomes. Potentially, the functioning of the inflation target could be improved.
A primary focus on hitting an agreed number, rather than complicating it with other objectives, such as unemployment, growth and climate change, might help. A more robust nomination process for Monetary Policy Committee members is needed. Too often the Bank offers an escape route for Treasury mandarins looking for a more comfortable life.
China’s security stranglehold on Hong Kong has tested HSBC’s management
This can lead to groupthink. Finally, the next Chancellor needs to be more active in dealing with overshoots (or undershoots). It was only in his final days at the Treasury that Rishi Sunak stepped up his challenge to the Bank with stronger language in his responses to the governor.
A forceful intervention, when the cost of living accelerated, could have kept prices lower. Alone among the advanced country central banks, inflation in Switzerland has been tamed reaching 3.4p per cent in June. That speaks volumes for focus and discipline.
Asia tilt
China’s security stranglehold on Hong Kong has tested HSBC’s management. It accepted the need to keep Beijing sweet. That is all the more important now that 69p per cent of the bank’s earnings are generated in AsiaPacific.
Permitting its biggest investor Ping An (in which China has a stake) to dictate terms would be a blunder. HSBC has effectively told Ping An to take a hike, arguing there would be large risks in a break-up, not least higher taxes and regulatory setbacks. Chief executive Noel Quinn is aiming to kill two birds with one stone.
He is buying off unhappy Hong Kong retail investors with the restoration of quarterly dividends and rejecting activism by adopting a super-charged target for returns of 12 per cent. The bank will be helped by rising interest rate margins. But with higher borrowing costs also come more bad loans including exposure to overvalued Asian property.
Cutting a deal
Online investment platforms are the rage and we have seen nonsense prices paid, as when Abdrn bought Interactive Investor for £1.5bn, making early stage investors rich. NatWest has its eyes on Quilter, a spin-off from South Africa’s Old Mutual. In response to a report in The Mail on Sunday, the shares spurted 14 per cent in latest trading.
High Street customers yearn for a return to the days when banks offered dealing facilities and were allowed to advise customers on investments. Chief executive Alison Rose should bring it on.
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Get paid to spend the rest of your summer taking retro beach vacations
(Gray News) - Hotels.com is looking for someone to spend the rest of their summer traveling to the best retro beach motels across the country.
The “Retro Beach Motelier” will receive a $10,000 stipend to spend on the trips, as well as a $5,000 salary. You’ll also be able to bring a friend along.
The suggested itinerary includes “cozy coastal gems dripping in nostalgia” like The Pearl Hotel in San Diego and Vagabond Hotel in Miami.
You’ll be expected to indulge in offline activities and document your trips for future generations using a classic polaroid camera. The photos will be posted to Hotels.com to attract new visitors to the motels.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old. The application deadline is Aug. 5, and a winner will be chosen and notified by Aug. 12.
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Where Commanders rank among most valuable NFL franchises originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington
First and foremost, the NFL is a business.
Not all teams are worth the same amount of money, though, and not all teams bring in the same amount.
A number of factors can impact team value, including market size, team revenue, on-field success and more. Several NFL franchises have been sold recently, including the Denver Broncos (2022), Carolina Panthers (2018) and Buffalo Bills (2014) – all for then-record prices.
Thanks to Sportico, we have an idea of what each team is actually worth if they were sold right now.
Here’s a full breakdown of the values of NFL franchises entering the 2022 season:
Which NFL team is the most valuable?
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Sportico first released NFL franchise valuation rankings in 2020. And for the third straight year, the Dallas Cowboys have been deemed the most valuable franchise.
Entering the 2022 season, Jerry Jones’ squad is worth an estimated $7.64 billion, up 10% from last year. That tops all other franchises by a wide margin, as no other team has an estimated value above even $6 billion.
Behind the Cowboys in the top five are the Los Angeles Rams ($5.91 billion), New England Patriots ($5.88 billion), New York Giants ($5.73 billion) and San Francisco 49ers ($5.18 billion).
Which NFL team is the least valuable?
While the Cowboys have been at the top since the first list in 2020, the Cincinnati Bengals have been at the bottom for all three editions.
Fresh off their first Super Bowl appearance in 33 years, the Bengals’ future is bright even though the team is valued at a league-worst $2.84 billion. They have an electric young QB-WR duo with Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase, and the franchise’s value should only increase if it becomes a perennial contender.
The other teams at the bottom of the list include the Detroit Lions ($2.86 billion), Jacksonville Jaguars ($2.94 billion), Buffalo Bills ($2.99 billion) and Arizona Cardinals ($3.17 billion).
Full NFL franchise values for 2022
After giving you a taste of the most and least valuable teams, it’s time to reveal the full ranking from first through 32nd. Here’s the list:
- Dallas Cowboys, $7.64 billion
- Los Angeles Rams, $5.91 billion
- New England Patriots, $5.88 billion
- New York Giants, $5.73 billion
- San Francisco 49ers, $5.18 billion
- Chicago Bears, $5 billion
- New York Jets, $4.8 billion
- Washington Commanders, $4.78 billion
- Philadelphia Eagles, $4.7 billion
- Denver Broncos, $4.65 billion
- Houston Texans, $4.63 billion
- Seattle Seahawks, $4.39 billion
- Pittsburgh Steelers, $4.26 billion
- Green Bay Packers, $4.19 billion
- Las Vegas Raiders, $4.08 billion
- Miami Dolphins, $4.06 billion
- Atlanta Falcons, $3.88 billion
- Minnesota Vikings, $3.72 billion
- Los Angeles Chargers, $3.62 billion
- Kansas City Chiefs, $3.54 billion
- Baltimore Ravens, $3.44 billion
- Carolina Panthers, $3.36 billion
- Tennessee Titans, $3.29 billion
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers, $3.28 billion
- New Orleans Saints, $3.26 billion
- Indianapolis Colts, $3.25 billion
- Cleveland Browns, $3.18 billion
- Arizona Cardinals, $3.17 billion
- Buffalo Bills, $2.99 billion
- Jacksonville Jaguars, $2.94 billion
- Detroit Lions, $2.86 billion
- Cincinnati Bengals, $2.84 billion | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/where-commanders-rank-among-most-valuable-nfl-franchises-in-2022/3322767/ | 2022-08-02T16:22:49Z | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/where-commanders-rank-among-most-valuable-nfl-franchises-in-2022/3322767/ | true |
Moeen Ali urges faltering England to 'go back to working as hard as they did under Eoin Morgan's captaincy' and admits the Hundred will give golden chance for fringe players to heap pressure on established stars
Moeen Ali says he expects changes to be made to England's white-ball teams after a disappointing summer – and has urged his team-mates to remember how hard they worked under the captaincy of Eoin Morgan.
Jos Buttler's T20 and one-day sides failed to win any of their four series against India and South Africa, and Ali believes the Hundred, which starts in Southampton today, will be an opportunity for England's fringe players to put pressure on the stumbling seniors.
'We haven't played so well this summer and if someone plays absolutely outstanding in the Hundred, they will put their name up to get into that team,' he said, speaking at the launch of KP Snacks' summer cricket roadshow at The Black Prince Trust in Oval.
Moeen Ali knows England haven't been good enough and he thinks hard work is the answer
'Someone like Harry Brook has the potential to do that. He is a brilliant player. There is a lot more competition now than before, and when you don't play well or you are losing, there will always be changes.
'It will keep all senior players in the side on their toes because some fantastic players are coming through.'
Ali, who scored an England-record 16-ball half-century against South Africa at Bristol, is well placed to survive whatever changes are made by Buttler and coach Matthew Mott.
Eoin Morgan captained England in limited overs for seven years before retiring in June 2022
But opener Jason Roy faces a battle for his spot, with both Brook and Phil Salt raring to go.
'It's been a frustrating summer, but Jos will learn a lot,' said Ali. 'As experienced players, we can't take it easy. We worked really, really hard under Morgs, and it's a reminder we need to go back to those things.
'It does take a lot of hard work – you're not just given a spot.'
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Harry Styles' X Factor Audition Didn’t Start Off As Well As You Thought
The talent show released new footage from Styles’ 2010 audition, when he was just 16 years old.
Harry Styles’ journey is not the same as it was, and nowhere is that more apparent than the moment that would eventually lead him to stardom. On Aug. 1, The X Factor UK posted an extended cut of a 16-year-old Styles’ audition for the talent show, which includes new footage and a never-before-seen performance that didn’t go quite as well as the one viewers saw back in 2010.
In the extended audition, Styles meets judges Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh, and Nicole Scherzinger, and immediately charms the audience by talking about his job at his local bakery. “I like to serve the cakes in the shop,” he said, adding, “Oooh, donuts are good.” After revealing his college plans, Styles explained why he wanted to try out for the show. “Mum's always told me I'm a good singer, and so have my friends,” he said, to which Cowell responded by pointing out that moms are biased. “Yeah, that’s what I mean,” Styles agreed. “I think I could do it, but I think with your help I could be a lot better than I am.”
After hearing Styles audition with his first song choice, Train’s “Hey, Soul Sister,” where nerves clearly got the best of him, Cowell evidently agreed that he needed their help. “I don’t know where the track’s throwing you, but can I hear something just you, without any music?” he asked. That second chance led to Styles’ acapella rendition of Stevie Wonder’s “Isn’t She Lovely,” which is the audition that viewers actually saw. From then, it was history.
As fans know, instead of getting through to the next round as a soloist, Styles was paired with Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, and Louis Tomlinson to form the group famously known as One Direction. More recently, The X Factor UK shared unseen footage of the judges deliberating over auditions, where it was revealed that guest judge Scherzinger actually had a huge hand in building what would eventually become One Direction, a feat that is usually credited to Cowell.
While deciding which solo male singers to let through to the next round, Scherzinger suggested building “an imaginary boy band” to save some of the potential contestants. Immediately, she put Horan’s face to the side as a contender, and he was quickly joined by Styles and Tomlinson. “They are the cutest boy band ever,” she said. “The little girls are going to love them. They're just too talented to get rid of, they've got the right look and charisma on stage. I think they'll be really great in a boy band together. They're like little stars. You can't get rid of little stars, so you put them all together.”
Payne joined the group next, with Cowell calling him “a standout audition” and questioning if he should go through as a soloist, before Scherzinger stood firm on him being part of the band. Malik was the final piece of the puzzle, making Cowell proclaim that he wanted to mentor the groups that season, which he did. One Direction didn’t end up winning the competition, getting eliminated at third place, but they did go on to win the hearts of millions around the world. | https://www.bustle.com/entertainment/the-x-factor-shares-new-footage-from-harry-styles-2010-audition | 2022-08-02T16:25:31Z | https://www.bustle.com/entertainment/the-x-factor-shares-new-footage-from-harry-styles-2010-audition | true |
Giant African land snails have been found in Pasco County and are causing harm to the local habitat. Dr. Whitney Elmore, the director of UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County, joins Tampa Bay's Morning Blend to explain more about the invasive species.
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TAIPEI, Taiwan — U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday night despite threats from Beijing of serious consequences, becoming the highest-ranking American official in 25 years to visit the self-ruled island claimed by China.
Pelosi's visit has triggered increased tension between China and the United States. China claims Taiwan as part of its territory, to be annexed by force if necessary, and views visits by foreign government officials as recognition of the island's sovereignty.
China had warned of "resolute and strong measures" if Pelosi went ahead with the trip. China's Defense Ministry said Tuesday night it will conduct a series of targeted military operations to "safeguard national sovereignty" in response to Pelosi's visit. It vowed to "resolutely thwart external interference and 'Taiwan independence' separatist attempts."
The Biden administration did not explicitly urge Pelosi to call off the visit, while seeking to assure Beijing it would not signal any change in U.S. policy on Taiwan.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Washington's betrayal "on the Taiwan issue is bankrupting its national credibility."
"Some American politicians are playing with fire on the issue of Taiwan," Wang said in a statement. "This will definitely not have a good outcome ... the exposure of America's bullying face again shows it as the world's biggest saboteur of peace."
Pelosi said in a statement just after her arrival that the U.S. delegation's visit "honors America's unwavering commitment to supporting Taiwan's vibrant democracy."
"Our visit is one of several Congressional delegations to Taiwan -– and it in no way contradicts longstanding United States policy," she said.
The plane carrying Pelosi and her delegation left Malaysia earlier Tuesday after a brief stop that included a working lunch with Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Taiwan's Foreign Ministry had declined to comment on whether Pelosi would visit. The trip was not officially announced ahead of time.
Barricades were erected outside the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Taipei where Pelosi was expected to stay amid heightened security. Two buildings in the capital lit up LED displays with words of welcome, including the iconic Taipei 101 building, which said "Welcome to Taiwan, Speaker Pelosi."
China, which regards Taiwan as a renegade province to be annexed by force if necessary, has repeatedly warned of retaliation for Pelosi's visit, saying its military will "never sit idly by."
"The U.S. and Taiwan have colluded to make provocations first, and China has only been compelled to act out of self-defense," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying told reporters Tuesday in Beijing.
Hua said China has been in constant communication with the U.S. and made clear "how dangerous it would be if the visit actually happens." Any countermeasures China take will be "justified and necessary" in the face of Washington's "unscrupulous behavior," she said.
Shortly after Pelosi's arrival, a representative of the Chinese legislature's Standing Committee issued a statement saying the trip "severely violated" the "One China principle," which is Beijing's claim to be the sole government of both mainland China and Taiwan.
Before her arrival, unspecified hackers launched a cyberattack on the Taiwanese Presidential Office's website, making it temporarily unavailable Tuesday evening. The Presidential Office said the website was restored shortly after the attack, which overwhelmed it with traffic.
"China thinks by launching a multi-domain pressure campaign against Taiwan, the people of Taiwan will be be intimidated. But they are wrong," Wang Ting-yu, a legislator with the Democratic Progressive Party, said on Twitter in response to the attack.
China's military threats have driven concerns of a new crisis in the 100-mile (140-kilometer) -wide Taiwan Strait that could roil global markets and supply chains.
The White House on Monday decried Beijing's rhetoric, saying the U.S. has no interest in deepening tensions with China and "will not take the bait or engage in saber rattling."
White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby underscored that the decision whether to visit Taiwan was ultimately Pelosi's. He noted that members of Congress have routinely visited the island over the years.
Kirby said administration officials are concerned that Beijing could use the visit as an excuse to take provocative retaliatory steps, including military action such as firing missiles in the Taiwan Strait or around Taiwan, or flying sorties into the island's airspace and carrying out large-scale naval exercises in the strait.
"Put simply, there is no reason for Beijing to turn a potential visit consistent with long-standing U.S. policy into some sort of crisis or use it as a pretext to increase aggressive military activity in or around the Taiwan Strait," Kirby said.
U.S. officials have said the U.S. military would increase its movement of forces and assets in the Indo-Pacific region during Pelosi's visit. U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan and its strike group were in the Philippine Sea on Monday, according to officials who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss military operations.
The Reagan, the cruiser USS Antietam and the destroyer USS Higgins left Singapore after a port visit and moved north to their homeport in Japan. The carrier has an array of aircraft, including F/A-18 fighter jets and helicopters, on board as well as sophisticated radar systems and other weapons.
Taiwan and China split in 1949 after the Communists won a civil war on the mainland. The U.S. maintains informal relations and defense ties with Taiwan even as it recognizes Beijing as the government of China.
Beijing sees official American contact with Taiwan as encouragement to make the island's decades-old de facto independence permanent, a step U.S. leaders say they don't support. Pelosi, head of one of three branches of the U.S. government, is the highest-ranking elected American official to visit Taiwan since then-Speaker Newt Gingrich in 1997.
The flight tracking site Flightradar24 said Pelosi's aircraft, a U.S. Air Force Boeing C-40C, was the most tracked in the world on Tuesday evening with 300,000 viewers. The plane took a roundabout route, flying east over Indonesia rather than directly over the South China Sea.
Pelosi has used her position in the U.S. Congress as an emissary for the U.S. on the global stage. She has long challenged China on human rights, including in 2009 when she hand-delivered a letter to then-President Hu Jintao calling for the release of political prisoners. She had sought to visit Taiwan's island democracy earlier this year before testing positive for covid-19.
Pelosi kicked off her Asian tour in Singapore on Monday as her possible visit to Taiwan sparked jitters in the region.
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong "highlighted the importance of stable U.S.-China relations for regional peace and security" during talks with Pelosi, the city-state's Foreign Ministry said. This was echoed by Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi in Tokyo, who said stable ties between the two rival powers "are extremely important for the international community as well."
The Philippines urged the U.S. and China to be "responsible actors" in the region. "It is important for the U.S. and China to ensure continuing communication to avoid any miscalculation and further escalation of tensions," said Foreign Affairs spokesperson Teresita Daza.
China has been steadily ratcheting up diplomatic and military pressure on Taiwan. China cut off all contact with Taiwan's government in 2016 after President Tsai Ing-wen refused to endorse its claim that the island and mainland together make up a single Chinese nation, with the Communist regime in Beijing being the sole legitimate government.
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The event takes place on Roblox and includes a virtual performance by rapper Denzel Curry and a collaboration with street artist Shepard Fairey, as well as minigames and virtual goods for a cause
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since 2020, the family of Joaquin "Guac" Oliver has thrown a lively birthday party for him, dubbed "Guacathon," riffing on Joaquin's nickname "Guac" and making it an annual tradition following Joaquin's assassination at the Parkland, FL school shooting.
Joaquin's parents Manuel and Patricia Oliver, vocal advocates of creative activism and youth empowerment toward common sense gun laws, want more young people to experience the party and celebrate Joaquin's birthday and life—and to make a positive impact on their world. To do this, they and the organization they founded, Change the Ref, have enlisted the leading metaverse development studio MELON to bring Guacathon to Roblox on August 4, 2022.
On August 4, Joaquin's 22nd birthday, a celebration will take place in the Guacathon experience. An in-person, exclusive event will accompany this day's celebrations in New York City, with invitees that are close friends and allies to Patricia and Manuel Oliver, who have been invited to this gathering to commemorate the life and continued legacy and activism of their son.
Guacathon will unfold as a virtual urban festival, packed with people listening to music, interacting with art, and shooting hoops. Fiercely independent Miami-raised MC Denzel Curry will perform on the mainstage, bringing songs from his most recent album, the critically-acclaimed Melt My Eyez See Your Future, as well as his storied catalog to the stage. Curry has worked closely with some of the most exciting names in music, from rap titans like Ross Ross and T-Pain, to idiosyncratic bass maestro Thundercat and legendary producer Robert Glasper, among others. He has recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, NPR's Tiny Desk Concert and performed show stopping freestyles for Funk Flex and LA Leakers. 2022 has seen Denzel Curry cement himself as one of the most vital names in rap after a decade-long ascent from underground icon.
"There's been a lot of misuse of guns in the United States that claim the lives of many, I've lost a lot of friends and family members to gun violence," remarks Curry. "Today isn't a sad day for the family of Joaquin…today is a day we celebrate the life of Joaquin to the fullest to show his legacy will never be forgotten and that we have brighter days yet to come."
Around the virtual block party, Roblox community members will be able to view a new portrait of Joaquin, created by underground legendary artist and viral phenom Shepard Fairey, whose ubiquitous OBEY campaign and Obama HOPE poster designs impacted and moved millions. In addition, Fairey's work has been exhibited in museums such as MOMA and the Victoria and Albert. This is Fairey's first interactive public art project on Roblox.
"I've seen how art can shift the conversation and bring us together in politically and culturally meaningful ways," notes Fairey. "I'm eager to watch this same thing unfold in the metaverse and to see if we can start a new conversation around gun safety and violence that's led by the young people too often impacted by it."
Along with performances and participatory art experiences, Guacathon will also feature custom minigames reflecting Joaquin's loves, including street art and basketball. Paint Zone lets visitors grab a virtual spray paint can and compete in a race to tag as many areas and earn as many points as possible. Hoop Jam challenges sports fans to beat the clock and make increasingly difficult shots. In both minigames competitors earn tokens that can be used to unlock virtual merch that commemorates the event, including a Roblox version of Guac's guitar and a special Guac jersey. All proceeds from these sales go to Change the Ref. In addition, Shepard Fairey and Denzel Curry will offer several special virtual items, with half the proceeds from the sale of these items going to Change the Ref.
In celebrating Joaquin's life, the Olivers want to highlight the role young people can play in speaking up and supporting meaningful change in their communities. "We're not having a moment of silence. We're having a party," explains Joaquin's mother Patricia. "I'm grateful for the metaverse, for having a place where my son can help people connect and share his life. I want his peers to enjoy a party in his honor and make friends with his metaverse self."
Most importantly, Joaquin will appear as an avatar at his family's request throughout the experience, serving as an inspiration for the festivities. It reflects Change the Ref's belief that we can shift our relationship to gun violence and safety through positive, artful work together. This metaverse edition of Guacathon continues several years of tech-forward, celebrity-hosted virtual events on platforms like Facebook Live and Twitch, all of which reflected this commitment to creative activism and youth empowerment.
"It's an honor to work with the Oliver family and bring Joaquin to the metaverse. Manuel and Patricia's strength and love for life is an inspiration that has driven this project," notes Josh Neuman, co-founder and co-CEO of MELON. "We hope that Guacathon moves young people through this celebration, and that they can feel the passion of this special family and the community they have built around them."
Guacathon opens on August 4, 2022. Denzel Curry's premier performance takes place at 3pm PST on Friday, August 5 and he will repeat an encore performance every hour until 11pm PST on August 7.
About Change the Ref
Change The Ref (CTR), was formed to empower Future Leaders. CTR gives the kids of today the tools they need to be empowered to make changes to critical issues that affect our nation, through education, conversation, and activism. It uses urban art and nonviolent creative confrontation to expose the disastrous effects of the mass shooting pandemic. Change The Ref's ultimate goal is to give the young generation of survivors and victims a disrupting voice to help lead the way to change – a more peaceful future.
About MELON
Founded in 2017, MELON is a powerhouse development studio for the metaverse. They are creating original game properties and building some of the most innovative experiences across sports, music, film/TV, fashion and brands on the Roblox platform and beyond. MELON's partnerships with major music labels and consumer product IP have gathered and engaged hundreds of millions of visits around the world.
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Pelosi Taiwan trip: 4 US warships positioned east of island
Taiwan and its surrounding seas have become a tense area around Pelosi's visit, with Chinese and American warships positioning themselves nearby
United States Navy warships are operating in the waters east of Taiwan in what officials say are standard military drills — but their presence could become a matter of international security.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi landed in Taiwan late Tuesday night local time, making her the highest-ranking U.S. official to visit the island since Newt Gingrich in 1997.
Chinese officials have exploded with anger at the proposition, saying her visit would violate the One China Policy and would constitute aiding an illegal rebellion. One Chinese state media personality even suggested shooting down her plane.
A Pentagon spokesperson confirmed to Fox News that Navy aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan is operating in the Philippine Sea, East of Taiwan along with the with guided missile cruiser USS Antietam and destroyer USS Higgins.
NANCY PELOSI LANDS IN TAIWAN AMID CHINESE THREATS, MILITARY ACTIVITY
The presence of U.S. warships matches similar displays of military strength from the People's Republic of China, who have recently been conducting drills in the Taiwan Strait.
The spokesperson emphasized these are routine and normal deployments and locations where the U.S. 7th fleet normally operates. The spokesperson confirmed that amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli is in the area as well.
When asked if Pelosi's military aircraft has been accompanied by U.S. military planes, a Pentagon spokesperson declined to comment.
"We never talk about security details for unconfirmed or confirmed travel," the spokesperson told Fox News. "We of course take all appropriate measures to ensure the safety of Members of Congress wherever and whenever they choose to travel."
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The People's Republic of China has long claimed sovereignty over Taiwan and the Taiwan Strait, the relatively narrow strip of ocean between the island of Taiwan and the Chinese mainland. The Chinese military has frequently sent planes into the area, testing Taiwan's air defense zone.
The U.S. does not have official relations with Taiwan — also known as the Republic of China — and maintains a One China Policy that recognizes the People's Republic of China as the legitimate successor nation.
However, America has been stepping up engagement with the island as China seeks to isolate it from global institutions. | https://www.foxnews.com/world/pelosi-taiwan-trip-4-us-warships-positioned-east-island | 2022-08-02T16:29:22Z | https://www.foxnews.com/world/pelosi-taiwan-trip-4-us-warships-positioned-east-island | false |
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Small business owners continue to face challenges surrounding inflation, hiring, supply chain disruptions and labor shortages according to recent SCORE data. In the wake of these obstacles, SCORE, mentors to America's small businesses and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration, offers support and guidance to navigate economic issues.
SCORE provides small business owners a plethora of resources to guide them through these challenging times, including:
The Small Business Resilience Hub is a centralized resource that provides entrepreneurs with crucial information and tools to keep their doors open through difficult times. The hub includes online mentoring, resilience training and educational resources along with access to expert guidance. More than 850,000 business owners have turned to the hub to overcome recent business challenges and economic struggles.
SCORE is the nation's largest source of free, expert business advice for small businesses. SCORE's network of 10,000 volunteers nationwide share their real-world small business knowledge with entrepreneurs. Last year alone, SCORE volunteers provided nearly 4.6 million hours of critical, timely mentoring and education, supporting clients in navigating funding options, finding customers, responding to employee challenges and adapting daily operations.
SCORE provides free business templates, e-guides, checklists, blogs, infographics, videos, tools and other resources to support small business owners.
SCORE offers small business owners low or no-cost webinars on a variety of topics, many of which relate to surviving and thriving in economic turbulence.
"Economic downturns can bring unprecedented hardship for entrepreneurs," said SCORE CEO Bridget Weston. "That is why we're committed to providing small businesses with the information and empowerment they need to make the best decisions for their company in the face of major roadblocks."
Heather Mangione and Kasia Piasecka, co-owners of Al Fresco Tails Pet Sitting in Martha's Vineyard, Mass., regularly meet with their SCORE mentor Tom Soldini to discuss the current economic landscape: "Tom has provided insightful advice to us during our meetings to figure out appropriate price increases for our services, a particularly challenging issue due to the current inflation and rising fuel costs. We are deeply appreciative for all the help and resources our local SCORE chapter has provided us."
Aaron Mulherin, owner of AM Glass Repair in Marion, Iowa says his mentor has kept in prepared ahead of challenges, even before he started his business: "My mentor recommended we get a line of credit before cash flow became a significant issue. Now that cash flow has actually become a real struggle for us, that advice has become invaluable. I wouldn't be where I am today without the support of SCORE."
Since 1964, SCORE has helped 11 million entrepreneurs start or grow a business. SCORE's 10,000 volunteers provide free mentoring, workshops and educational services to 1,500+ communities nationwide, creating 25,084 new businesses and 71,475 non-owner jobs in 2021 alone. Visit SCORE at www.score.org. Follow @SCOREMentors on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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LONDON (AP) — BP said its earnings from April to June almost tripled from a year earlier, increasing pressure on governments to intervene as energy companies profit from high oil and natural gas prices that are fueling inflation and squeezing consumers.
Net income jumped to $9.26 billion in the second quarter from $3.12 billion in the same period a year ago, London-based BP said Tuesday. It said it expects oil and gas prices to remain high due to disruptions in supply caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
BP’s earnings come as energy companies worldwide scoop up record profits. British rival Shell last week posted an unprecedented $18 billion quarterly profit. Irving, Texas-based Exxon Mobil reported net income of $17.85 billion, and San Ramon, California-based Chevron earned $11.62 billion.
Nick Butler, a visiting professor at Kings College London and a former BP vice president, said the figures are likely to make BP and other oil companies uncomfortable given the pain high energy prices are causing for consumers.
“I think BP’s very sensitive to the reputational problems of making money at this level,” Butler told the BBC. “I think there’s a real case here, which I think people in the companies would be very open to, for the government calling together the industry to find a plan to get us through the winter without putting these very high prices onto ordinary consumers.”
British regulators have increased the annual energy price cap for household gas and electricity bills by 73%, to 1,971 pounds ($2,408), since Oct. 1. Cornwall Insights, an energy and utility consultant, on Tuesday estimated that the cap would jump a further 70%, to 3,359 pounds, this fall as regulators try to keep pace with wholesale gas prices.
In the United Kingdom, where inflation reached a 40-year high of 9.4% in June, the government has announced a 25% windfall profits tax on the earnings of oil and gas companies that come from British operations.
BP said Tuesday that the windfall profits tax would increase the headline tax rate on its North Sea operations to 65% from 40%. The company said it plans to set aside $800 million to cover the bump.
The opposition Labour Party said the government should do more to help consumers.
“People are worried sick about energy prices rising again in the autumn, but yet again we see eye-watering profits for oil and gas producers,” Rachel Reeves, the party’s spokeswoman on treasury issues, said in a statement. “Labour argued for months for a windfall tax on these companies to help bring bills down, but when the Tories finally U-turned they decided to hand billions of pounds back to producers in tax breaks.”
Brent crude, a benchmark for international oil prices, averaged $113.83 a barrel in the second quarter, up 65% from a year earlier, according to BP. Natural gas prices more than doubled over the same period, rising as Russia’s war in Ukraine worsened an energy crunch and as Moscow has reduced or cut off natural gas supplies to a dozen European Union countries.
The high prices pushed BP’s underlying replacement cost earnings, an industry standard profit measure that excludes one-time items and the value of inventories, to $8.45 billion in the second quarter from $2.80 billion in the same period last year.
The soaring earnings allowed BP to return billions of dollars to shareholders, with the company boosting its dividend by 10% and announcing plans to buy back $3.5 billion in shares. BP said it expects to increase dividends by about 4% annually through 2025.
BP shares rose 4.3%, to 409.8 pence, in afternoon trading on the London Stock Exchange, outpacing the 0.2% gain in the benchmark FTSE 100 Index.
The company also said it was investing in plans to increase the production of renewable energy and reduce reliance on fossil fuels as the company seeks to cut net carbon emissions to zero by 2050. The company said it increased its pipeline of renewable energy projects by 10% in the first half of the year, primarily through an option to develop offshore wind farms off the east coast of Scotland and a global solar energy initiative.
“Our people have continued to work hard throughout the quarter helping to solve the energy trilemma — secure, affordable and lower carbon energy,” Chief Executive Bernard Looney said. “We do this by providing the oil and gas the world needs today — while at the same time investing to accelerate the energy transition.”
Environmental groups criticized the company for moving too slowly.
“While households are being plunged into poverty with knock-on impacts for the whole economy, fossil fuel companies are laughing all the way to the bank,” said Doug Parr, chief scientist for Greenpeace UK. “The government is failing the U.K. and the climate in its hour of need.” | https://www.yourbasin.com/business/bp-earnings-triple-as-energy-firm-profits-from-rising-prices/ | 2022-08-02T16:31:18Z | https://www.yourbasin.com/business/bp-earnings-triple-as-energy-firm-profits-from-rising-prices/ | true |
Fly-fishing pals have delivered another impressive haul of charity cash for Maggie’s Dundee after their latest competition on an Angus loch.
The event to raise money for the cancer support centre at Ninewells has been held at Rescobie, near Forfar for almost 15 years.
But this latest outing was particularly poignant after the death of the angler who dreamt up the fundraiser.
Couple’s gratitude to Maggie’s
Ron Hampton from Forfar was a boatman at Rescobie.
He wanted to use his love of the hobby to raise funds for Maggie’s after his wife was diagnosed with cancer and supported by the Dundee centre.
Although Ron later emigrated to Asia, the event continued with John Henderson and Jim Moncur leading its organisation.
Sadly, Ron died earlier this year, so his friends remembered him as they took to the water.
John Henderson said: “It’s a good fun day for a very good cause and we all enjoy it.
“Most of the anglers are from around Angus but we get annual visitors from Elgin, Falkirk and Stirling.
“We get great support from Central Industrial Services who are based in Stirling, as well as Neil Anderson at Angus Angling in Forfar.
“And Rescobie Loch Development Association give us the boats free of charge so we are always grateful to them.
“The anglers make a donation for the boats and then we raise other money through selling flies, lures and other equipment.
“This year we had 13 boats in the competition and 26 anglers taking part.
“It is a fun day, but you also want to do well and this year we had 75 trout weighing a total of 161 pounds,” said John.
“Last year it took place later in the year because of the pandemic, but we were able to return to the July date this time.
“It brought in £1,700 in total and that means that we’ve raised £17,000 from our 13 events.” | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/angus-mearns/3553987/angus-anglers-net-1700-to-take-maggies-fishing-fundraiser-past-17k/ | 2022-08-02T16:33:48Z | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/angus-mearns/3553987/angus-anglers-net-1700-to-take-maggies-fishing-fundraiser-past-17k/ | false |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jill Biden says she didn’t doubt that she could keep teaching as first lady and overcame the skepticism that she could handle both jobs by instructing her staff to “figure it out.”
In a new interview in the September issue of Real Simple magazine, the first lady describes how she uses Post-it notes to manage her large family, and offers marriage advice to newlyweds hoping to celebrate 45 years of marriage as she and President Joe Biden did on June 17.
Biden is the first first lady to continue her career outside the White House.
“I think people were a little skeptical. Could I truly do it, since I was the first one to try it?,” she said. “But I knew I wanted to teach.”
She said she told her staff, “This is what I want to do. We have to figure it out.’
Biden continues to teach English and writing at Northern Virginia Community College, which is where she taught during the eight years her husband was vice president. Her staff back then also doubted that she could teach and serve as second lady, but she managed.
“I saw it work then, and I knew we could figure out how to do it now,” she said.
Biden doesn’t like to use “juggling” or “balancing” to describe how she handles her responsibilities.
“You can’t do anything in a haphazard way,” she said. “You have to have purpose while you’re doing it, and it has to be organized. That’s the key to it.”
To that end, she relies on Post-it notes to manage her family gatherings and save herself from having to explain things over and over. She sticks instructions — like “fill glasses with ice” or “light candles” — to her kitchen cabinets so family arriving will know right away how to help.
“Everything is set up so when somebody comes in, they do what they want to do,” she said.
The first lady also uses Post-it notes to communicate with the president.
“If I want to get a message to Joe, I put one on his mirror,” she said. “It may be a nice ‘I missed you’ or ‘I hope you get whatever it is you’re working on.’”
She said it’s taken a lot of work for her and the president to get to 45 years of marriage. Both were married previously.
Joe Biden, 79, lost his first wife and infant daughter when the car she was driving collided with a truck in Delaware just before Christmas 1972. His two young sons were gravely injured. Jill Biden, 71, was divorced from her first husband.
“You have to work in any relationship, but especially in marriage. It’s not always 50/50,” she said. “Sometimes you lean on him, sometimes he leans on you. Sometimes he’s super busy and I have to pick up a lot of it, or vice versa.
“The goal is that we’re not in the same place at the same time, so we can count on one another when we need to,” she added. | https://www.yourbasin.com/political/jill-biden-on-teaching-as-1st-lady-i-knew-i-could-do-both/ | 2022-08-02T16:34:31Z | https://www.yourbasin.com/political/jill-biden-on-teaching-as-1st-lady-i-knew-i-could-do-both/ | false |
We got to spend some time sitting down with Nex-Tech Wireless and learn about who they are and what they stand for as a company.
They are all about working for Kansans and strive to have the best customer service for their customers. They pride themselves on hiring people from Kansas so they can best help those people who live in this state.
They are also community oriented and you will find them all across the state working events so they get to meet their customers.
Check out their website for more info! | https://www.ksn.com/gooddaykansas/nex-tech-wireless-who-they-are/ | 2022-08-02T16:35:57Z | https://www.ksn.com/gooddaykansas/nex-tech-wireless-who-they-are/ | true |
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Dozens of packages containing cocaine were found washed up along the coastline of the Florida Keys over the weekend, according to authorities.
U.S. Border Patrol officials said the drugs were discovered by good Samaritans who found the packages in a line of mangroves near the Ocean Pointe Condominiums.
When Monroe County deputies were called to collect the packages, they found a large package that had multiple smaller packages within it. The smaller packages were tightly packed with black tape. Their contents field-tested positive for cocaine.
The entire package weighed 71.6 pounds.
In total, both agencies discovered 126 pounds of cocaine that had an estimated street value of nearly $2 million. | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/126-pounds-of-cocaine-wash-up-along-florida-coast/ | 2022-08-02T16:36:06Z | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/126-pounds-of-cocaine-wash-up-along-florida-coast/ | true |
Andhra Pradesh: YSRCP government has let down youth, says Tejaswi Surya
TIRUPATI August 02, 2022 21:35 IST‘Three-capital move is an attempt to perpetuate corruption’
The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, the youth wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has accused the YSRCP government of ‘letting down the youth’ in Andhra Pradesh.
Morcha’s national president and Bengaluru South MP Tejaswi Surya addressed the youth wing members after flagging off a rally titled ‘Yuva Sangharshana Yatra’ on Tuesday.
“The State government has failed to meet the aspirations of the people, especially the youth, by not providing government jobs. The Chief Minister promised a job calendar before coming to power. The YSRCP remains indifferent to the promises and claims to have adhered to its poll manifesto,” he said.
Mr. Surya described the YSRCP government as ‘callous and corrupt’. “Development in the State has taken a backseat owing to lopsided priorities of the government,” he said.
Referring to the ‘three capitals’ issue, the BJP MP described it as ‘an attempt to perpetuate corruption’.
“No State in the country has three capitals. We are witnessing a Tughlaq rule in Andhra Pradesh, which has become synonymous to confusion, corruption, nepotism and inactivity,” he said.
Earlier in the day, Mr. Surya paid homage at the statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar at SV University main gate and garlanded a portrait of Pingali Venkayya, designer of the Indian flag.
“Even as the Centre is striving hard to get global industries to the State, the YSRCP government is merely renaming the same to gain undue credit,” said BJP State president Somu Veerraju.
Thousands of youth participated in a motorcycle rally. Over the next 20 days, the State-wide yatra is aimed at taking the message on ‘lack of development’ to the people. | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/andhra-pradesh-ysrcp-government-has-let-down-youth-says-tejaswi-surya/article65717299.ece/amp/ | 2022-08-02T16:36:39Z | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/andhra-pradesh-ysrcp-government-has-let-down-youth-says-tejaswi-surya/article65717299.ece/amp/ | false |
Third sero-survey finds 70% children aged 6-14 years in State exposed to SARS-CoV-2
Bengaluru August 02, 2022 21:45 ISTThe survey began on June 6 and the draft report of the findings is ready
Preliminary findings of the State’s third sero-survey involving 5,072 unvaccinated children aged 6-14 years found that 70% of the children have been exposed to the virus so far. The survey found that over 3,550 of the surveyed children had developed IgG antibodies that remain in the blood after an infection has passed
The survey began on June 6 to understand the active COVID-19 infection, the prevalence of COVID-19 antibodies, waning of antibodies following natural infection, the incidence of re-infection and the prevalent strain of SARS-CoV-2 in children.
Sources in the State’s COVID-19 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) told The Hindu that the draft of the findings of the third sero-survey is ready and the process of finalising the report is under way. The draft was presented in the 177th meeting of the TAC held on July 28.
The survey covered children in both urban and rural areas in all districts, including the BBMP. Nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs along with 2ml of venous blood was collected from all willing participants by ICTC counsellors and lab technicians under the supervision of paediatricians. Samples of children who had symptoms but tested negative for COVID-19 were tested for other influenza diseases.
With vaccination being taken up only for those aged above 12 years, the TAC had recommended the paediatric sero-survey. “It was essential to find out how many were infected in the third wave and if they are sustaining the antibodies and further plan vaccination strategies,” the TAC had said.
Asymptomatic
Doctors said 70% of the surveyed children, who were found to have developed IgG antibodies for COVID-19 may have had mild symptoms of COVID-19 or would have been asymptomatic.
“Although antibodies usually last for six months, in some people they can last even up to nine months. The survey was done in June and the presence of antibodies in the children shows that they would have been infected in the third wave,” said C.N. Manjunath, member of the State’s Clinical Experts Committee.
“Most of the people infected during the third wave had mild symptoms or were asymptomatic. Although the test positivity rate (TPR) was high, case fatality rate (CFR) was very low. The pattern has been similar in the paediatric population. It is not a surprise that 70% have shown presence of antibodies,” he said.
Vaccination
Stating that there is now a need for vaccination to be rolled out for the younger children too, Dr. Manjunath said: “There is robust evidence available to prove that vaccination has significantly reduced hospitalisation and deaths. Those due for vaccinations should get jabbed. Continuing face masking is essential even now.”
Chikkanarasa Reddy, professor of Paediatrics at Bowring and Lady Curzon Medical College and Research Institute, said most of the children had asymptomatic infections and hospitalisations were low. “This is a great relief as even if the children are re-infected, it should be mild in nature. However, we will have to wait and see if these antibodies will be effective against new emerging variants or sub-lineages of Omicron. It is now essential to roll out vaccination for children below 12 too,” the doctor said.
Highest in second wave
While several experts had warned that the third wave could see children infected the most, as COVID vaccination had not yet been rolled out for them then, data from the State Health Department in April this year showed that the second wave saw the highest number of children infected (0-18 age group.)
While 2,35,639 children were infected in the second wave, less than half of this number was reported in the third wave at 1,05,799. The first wave saw 91,191 kids getting infected, the least among the three waves. | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/third-sero-survey-finds-70-children-aged-6-14-years-in-state-exposed-to-sars-cov-2/article65717768.ece/amp/ | 2022-08-02T16:37:16Z | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/third-sero-survey-finds-70-children-aged-6-14-years-in-state-exposed-to-sars-cov-2/article65717768.ece/amp/ | true |
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CM launches initiatives for startups
CHENNAI August 02, 2022 21:48 ISTThe government is working on a new startup and innovation policy
The Tamil Nadu government is working on a new startup and innovation policy, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said here on Tuesday. He said new-age entrepreneurs would be involved in the mission to achieve the $1-trillion economy.
“My dream is that Tamil Nadu should become the numero uno investment destination in South Asia,” he said at the Tamil Nadu Startups and Incubators meet.
Mr. Stalin launched three Startup Tamil Nadu Regional Hubs — in Madurai, Tirunelveli and Erode — to take the initiatives of the government to tier-II and tier-III regions. He rolled out the StartupTN accelerator initiative designed to propel growth stage startups with a minimum viable product to the next stage through upskilling, mentoring and access to the right resources. The initiative will benefit over 100 startups, to begin with.
Two more initiatives — community circles and incubator maturity model framework — were announced by Mr. Stalin. The objective of the community circles is to spread the art of innovation and entrepreneurship among students and create success stories within the community. These circles are micro-groups of 20-50 members comprising startups, entrepreneurs, mentors, investors, entrepreneurship development cells and incubator representatives, students, aspirants and enthusiasts.
The Chief Minister also gave away ₹5 lakh each to 31 startups from across the State. Of them, 16 startups have women spearheading the business in the role of founder or co-founder. The startups are in healthcare, assistive technology, FinTech, manufacturing, entertainment, skill development and B2B-SaaS (business-to-business software-as-a-service) among the sectors.
This was part of the third edition of Tamil Nadu Startup Seed Grant Fund (TANSEED). Some of the winners include Dextroware Devices Pvt. Ltd., an assistive tech startup that built mouseware, a plug-and-play head wearable device that enables hands-free control of computers and smart devices, designed specially for the upper limb disabled. Another firm that got the seed grant is Nativekrea. It makes customised art products for business houses and individuals.
Ministers for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises T.M. Anbarasan said every student should aspire to become an entrepreneur. He pointed out how Tamil Nadu’s ranking had improved in the startup ecosystem.
Sivarajah Ramanathan, Mission Director and Chief Executive Officer of Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission (TANSIM), said, “The last startup policy was released in 2018; thereafter, technology has changed, and many new things have come up. We will frame a new policy based on the latest trends in the market,” he said.
The TANSIM will soon move to its new office at Nandanam in Chennai. | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/cm-launches-initiatives-for-startups/article65717858.ece/amp/ | 2022-08-02T16:37:55Z | https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/cm-launches-initiatives-for-startups/article65717858.ece/amp/ | false |
OpenMedicare, a platform that helps seniors find the right Medicare coverage, taps industry executive to take the helm
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenMedicare, a platform that helps seniors find the right Medicare health insurance plan, has appointed Anthony Kavouras as CEO. In this role, Kavouras will be focused on building the team, expanding OpenMedicare's portfolio of partners, and providing even more seniors with the tools, information, and resources they need to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
OpenMedicare was built inside Wilbur Labs, a San Francisco-based startup studio, by a team of insurance and technology industry veterans. Since launching in 2021, OpenMedicare has helped thousands of seniors select the right Medicare plan. The platform provides detailed resources, guides, and interactive tools to help customers navigate the Medicare program, and matches them with an advisor when they are ready to enroll.
"Selecting the right Medicare plan has traditionally been an arduous process for seniors and their families," commented David Kolodny, co-founder of Wilbur Labs. "OpenMedicare is solving that problem by building a seamless experience for the millions of people who seek Medicare guidance every year. Anthony has spent his career leveraging data and insights to deliver better experiences for consumers, and is joining the OpenMedicare team at the perfect time as they continue to scale to new heights."
Kavouras brings 15 years of relevant leadership experience to the role, having led teams across marketing, partnerships, business development, sales, and operations. Most recently, he was Chief Revenue Officer for GuidedChoice where he built a network of marketplace partnership channels to accelerate revenue. Prior to GuidedChoice, Kavouras led several strategic partnership teams aimed at driving growth at eHealth.
He shared, "OpenMedicare was founded to address the need for trust in the search for Medicare, and we leverage data and technology to match customers with the right plan. There is immense market potential in bringing a new level of increased transparency, education, and access to such a noisy market. As we rapidly approach the upcoming annual enrollment season, I look forward to working with new partners to scale our operations and help increase accessibility to more seniors."
For more information about OpenMedicare, please visit: https://www.openmedicare.com.
OpenMedicare is a platform that helps seniors find the right Medicare coverage. The company was founded to address the growing need for transparency in the search for insurance and to provide a more seamless experience for seniors during a time of transition. OpenMedicare empowers its customers with the knowledge they need to select the health plan that fits their unique situation. To learn more, visit https://www.openmedicare.com.
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IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total July sales of 23,393 vehicles, a decrease of 28.5 percent compared to July 2021. Year-to-date sales totaled 166,195 vehicles; a decrease of 25.1 percent compared to the same time last year. With 26 selling days in July, compared to 27 the year prior, the company posted a decrease of 25.8 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.
CPO sales totaled 3,570 vehicles in July, a decrease of 47 percent compared to July 2021.
Sales Highlight
Best-ever July sales of CX-30 with 6,040 vehicles sold.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 4,290 vehicles, an increase of 8.6 percent compared to July last year. Year-to-date sales decreased 27.0 percent, with 20,711 vehicles sold.
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts, and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, and Mexico through approximately 780 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at News.MazdaUSA.com.
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(NewsNation) — The manhunt to find Ayman al-Zawahiri stretched back more than 21 years and ended this weekend after a drone strike killed the top Al-Qaeda leader at a safe house in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Al-Zawahiri was on the FBI’s Most Wanted Terrorist list for his alleged role in the 1998 bombings of the United States embassies in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and Nairobi, Kenya. He succeeded Osama bin Laden as the head of the terrorist group Al-Qaeda following his death at the hands of U.S. forces in 2011.
Al-Zawahiri had been in hiding for years and the operation to locate and kill him was the result of “careful patient and persistent” work, a senior administration official told reporters.
The reconnaissance operation was in the works for months but escalated at the start of this year after officials gathered critical information about the safehouse at which al-Zawahiri was staying in Kabul. Intelligence began to go up the chain of command in April and President Joe Biden was briefed periodically during May and June, officials said. Information detailing al-Zawahiri’s routine and living conditions were shared as well as detailed plans of the building he was staying in.
A formal, detailed briefing was given on July 1, and the president and the vice president were “deeply engaged” and asked questions about minimizing risks to civilians, according to officials. Biden gave final approval for the strike last Thursday.
The United States does not have any formal diplomatic relations with Afghanistan. The drone strike and the potential repercussions are complicated by the Doha Agreement, which Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Afghanistan violated, NewsNation’s Tom Dempsey explained.
“It was an exchange between the U.S. and Afghanistan where the U.S. would withdraw its forces, as long as Afghanistan would not be a safe harbor for Al-Qaeda in the country. So Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that the Taliban violated that agreement because intelligence leaders showed that the Taliban knew that I was worried he was staying in the country of Afghanistan, and the U.S. gave no warning of this attack to the Taliban,” Dempsey said on “Morning in America.” “So again, relations were strained even before all this, but this strike barely, probably going to make things even more strained between the two countries mentioned.”
“In the face of the Taliban’s unwillingness or inability to abide by their commitments, we will continue to support the Afghan people with robust humanitarian assistance and to advocate for the protection of their human rights, especially of women and girls,” Blinken said in a statement.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The parents of a Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victim live with a complex form of post-traumatic stress disorder and a constant fear that followers of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones will kill them, a psychiatrist testified Monday at Jones’ defamation trial.
Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis, the parents of 6-year-old Jesse Lewis, have sued Jones and his media company Free Speech Systems over the harassment and threats they and other parents say they’ve endured for years while Jones and his Infowars website claimed the 2012 attack that killed 20 first-graders and six school staffers was a hoax or faked.
“The overwhelming cause of their pain is what Jones is doing,” said Roy Lubit, a forensic psychiatrist hired by the plaintiffs to review the trauma faced by the parents.
The post-traumatic stress disorder the parents suffer from is not based on a single event, but on constant trauma, and is similar to that endured by soldiers in war zones or child abuse victims, Lubit said.
Heslin and Scarlett Lewis are consumed not just with the memory of their son’s horrific death, but the denials and attacks on them and their son’s legacy they’ve endured for years. He noted the security the parents hired to protect them at the two-week trial.
Lubit said Heslin has had guns fired at his home and has been accosted on the street. Scarlett Lewis told Lubit that she installed sophisticated surveillance equipment at her home and sleeps with a gun, a knife and pepper spray at her bedside.
Jones’ attorney Andino Reynal tried to attack the credibility of Lubit’s testimony and whether he is biased in favor of the parents, who are seeking at least $150 million in the case. He noted that Lubit briefly ran for Congress in Connecticut as a Democrat in 2018.
“You don’t like Alex Jones, do you?” Reynal asked.
“I don’t like what he does,” Lubit answered.
Mark Bankston, attorney for Heslin and Lewis, said the family has gone into isolation under a “large and professional security team” because of an incident that happened since the trial began. He did not provide details of what happened.
“They are in isolation and they are going to stay that way, and all I can tell you is they are terrified right now,” Bankston said.
Heslin and Lewis have have attended almost all of the trial since opening statements on July 26, and first arrived at the courthouse with a small security detail. They left the courtroom together Monday morning.
Michael Crouch, a Connecticut psychologist who has treated Heslin and Stewart, said the lies about a Sandy Hook hoax stole precious memories of their son.
“If Alex Jones, if he was spreading the belief, the lies, that Neil’s an actor, that means Jesse doesn’t exist. Which is crazy,” Crouch said. “You’re taking away what they know of their son, what they want to hold on to.”
Heslin and Lewis are expected to testify Tuesday as the final witnesses for their side.
Reynal said Jones will testify Tuesday in his own defense.
Monday’s testimony also included videotaped depositions from an Infowars reporter who said that at the website, there was no fact-checking, source-vetting, verifying information through second sources or training about journalistic standards.
Jones, who has attended only some of the trial, was not in the courtroom for Monday morning’s testimony.
The trial is in Texas because Jones lives in Austin and his media company, Free Speech Systems, is based there. The company filed for federal bankruptcy protection, though defense attorneys say that should not disrupt the trial, which is in its second week.
Free Speech Systems, which operates Infowars, listed $14.3 million in assets. That includes almost $1.16 million in cash and almost $1.6 million in property and equipment, as of May 31.
It also listed $79 million in liabilities, with a $54 million debt owed to PQPR Holdings.
Sandy Hook families have separately sued Jones over the $54 million debt listing, arguing that PQBR is a Nevada-registered company owned by Jones and his family through shell entities. That lawsuit in state court is still pending.
Courts in Texas and Connecticut have already found Jones liable for defamation for his portrayal of the Sandy Hook massacre as a hoax involving actors aimed at increasing gun control. In both states, judges issued default judgements against Jones without trials because he failed to respond to court orders and turn over documents.
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EASTON, Md., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shore Bancshares, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ: SHBI) today announced the appointment of Esther A. Streete as a director of both the Company and Shore United Bank, N.A., the Company's wholly-owned bank subsidiary (the "Bank"), effective August 1, 2022.
Ms. Streete is an independent director pursuant to applicable NASDAQ rules and has no material relationship with the Company or the Bank. This director appointment brings the total number of directors to 15 for both the Company and the Bank.
"We are very pleased to add Esther to our Board of Directors," said Lloyd L. "Scott" Beatty, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer. "She brings significant financial and legal service experience to our board with particular expertise in taxation. Her extraordinary background will diversify and enhance the skills and perspectives represented on our Board, which we believe is essential for effective strategic planning and value creation for all of our stakeholders."
Esther A. Streete
Ms. Streete is a Principal at McNamee Hosea, a full-service Maryland business law firm. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and an attorney who specializes in tax, estate & business planning, business succession planning, estate administration, probate and trust administration. Ms. Streete has affiliations with the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants, Maryland State Bar Association, and Anne Arundel County Bar Association.
Ms. Streete holds a B.S. from Frostburg State University, a J.D. from the University of Maryland School of Law and an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Baltimore School of Law.
Shore Bancshares Information
Shore Bancshares is a financial holding company headquartered in Easton, Maryland and is the largest independent bank holding company located on Maryland's Eastern Shore. It is the parent company of Shore United Bank. Shore Bancshares engages in trust and wealth management services through Wye Financial Partners, a division of Shore United Bank.
Additional information is available at www.shorebancshares.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
The statements contained herein that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements (as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) based on management's current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. Such statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict and are generally beyond the control of the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be the same as those anticipated by management. These statements are evidenced by terms such as "anticipate," "estimate," "should," "expect," "believe," "intend," and similar expressions. Although these statements reflect management's good faith beliefs and projections, they are not guarantees of future performance and they may not prove true. These projections involve risk and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those addressed in the forward-looking statements. While there is no assurance that any list of risks and uncertainties or risk factors is complete, below are certain factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained or implied in the forward-looking statements: changes in general economic, political, or industry conditions; geopolitical concerns, including the ongoing war in Ukraine; the magnitude and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and related variants and mutations and their impact on the global economy and financial market conditions and our business, results of operations, and financial condition; uncertainty in U.S. fiscal and monetary policy, including the interest rate policies of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; inflation/deflation, interest rate, market, and monetary fluctuations; volatility and disruptions in global capital and credit markets; the transition away from USD LIBOR and uncertainty regarding potential alternative reference rates, including SOFR; competitive pressures on product pricing and services; success, impact, and timing of our business strategies, including market acceptance of any new products or services; the impact of changes in financial services policies, laws, and regulations, including those concerning taxes, banking, securities, and insurance, and the application thereof by regulatory bodies; cybersecurity threats and the cost of defending against them, including the costs of compliance with potential legislation to combat cybersecurity at a state, national, or global level; and other factors that may affect our future results. For a discussion of these risks and uncertainties, see the section of the periodic reports filed by Shore Bancshares, Inc. with the Securities and Exchange Commission entitled "Risk Factors".
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Kefficient is a family-owned and operated crawl space encapsulation company serving Richmond, Virginia, Virginia Beach, and surrounding counties.
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(The Hill) – Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday, capping off days of speculation regarding whether or not the third-highest official in the U.S. government would visit the self-governing island amid criticism from China.
Pelosi’s arrival in Taipei was broadcast on major television networks. It is her latest stop on a days-long trip to Asia with a congressional delegation.
The Speaker confirmed the visit in a statement shortly after she landed.
“Our Congressional delegation’s visit to Taiwan honors America’s unwavering commitment to supporting Taiwan’s vibrant Democracy,” Pelosi said in a statement.
“Our visit is part of our broader trip to the Indo-Pacific — including Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and Japan — focused on mutual security, economic partnership and democratic governance. Our discussions with Taiwan leadership will focus on reaffirming our support for our partner and on promoting our shared interests, including advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific region. America’s solidarity with the 23 million people of Taiwan is more important today than ever, as the world faces a choice between autocracy and democracy,” she added.
Pelosi’s arrival in Taiwan came despite warnings from China urging the Speaker against traveling to the island.
Last month, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said a visit from Pelosi to Taiwan would “seriously violate” the “one-China” policy, adding that “China will take strong and resolute measures to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity” if Pelosi ultimately visited.
Taiwan is not recognized as independent by China. Instead, Beijing views the self-governing island as territory that is waiting to be reunified with China.
Some in the Biden administration were also opposed to Pelosi visiting Taiwan. President Biden told reporters last month that the U.S. military “thinks it’s not a good idea right now” when asked about the Speaker’s possible visit to the territory.
In an op-ed published in The Washington Post right after she landed in Taiwan, Pelosi laid out why she led the congressional delegation to the territory.
“In the face of the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) accelerating aggression, our congressional delegation’s visit should be seen as an unequivocal statement that America stands with Taiwan, our democratic partner, as it defends itself and its freedom,” Pelosi wrote.
“We cannot stand by as the CCP proceeds to threaten Taiwan — and democracy itself,” she wrote.
“By traveling to Taiwan, we honor our commitment to democracy: reaffirming that the freedoms of Taiwan — and all democracies — must be respected,” she added.
Pelosi also noted that the visit “in no way contradicts the long-standing One China policy,” which is the U.S. position that acknowledges Taiwan as being part of China.
Pelosi is now the highest-ranking U.S. official to travel to Taiwan since 1997, when then-Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) touched down in the territory. Pelosi previously visited Taiwan in 1999, but she was not a congressional leader at the time.
Pelosi on Tuesday was joined by Reps. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) and Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.).
The visit was quickly applauded by Pelosi’s Republican colleagues. In a statement issued right after she landed, a group of 26 GOP senators, including Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.), said they support the trip.Georgians can claim an embryo as a dependent on tax returnsRepublicans look for escape hatch amid controversy on veterans bill
“We support Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi’s trip to Taiwan,” the group of Republicans wrote. “For decades, members of the United States Congress, including previous Speakers of the House, have travelled to Taiwan. This travel is consistent with the United States’ One China policy to which we are committed. We are also committed now, more than ever, to all elements of the Taiwan Relations Act.” | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/pelosi-arrives-in-taiwan-amid-tensions-with-china/ | 2022-08-02T16:45:22Z | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/pelosi-arrives-in-taiwan-amid-tensions-with-china/ | false |
The world is now enduring greater stress than any time in recent decades, according to U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres. And while humanity has so far avoided "the suicidal mistake of nuclear conflict," he said, tensions are hitting new highs at a time when many lessons of the past seem forgotten.
"Today, humanity is just one misunderstanding, one miscalculation away from nuclear annihilation," the world's top diplomat said at a U.N. conference on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons in New York City.
It's not the first time such a dire warning has been issued about the catastrophic risks posed by nuclear weapons. Here's a brief look at why Guterres and others are raising the alarm now:
Global politics are in dire shape
"The climate crisis, stark inequalities, conflicts and human rights violations, and the personal and economic devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, have put our world under greater stress than it has faced in our lifetimes," Guterres said.
The U.N. leader also highlighted Russia's invasion of Ukraine, saying we are facing "a time of nuclear danger not seen since the height of the Cold War."
Russia has repeatedly threatened nuclear retaliation against any country that directly interferes in his country's brutal invasion of Ukraine.
Judging Russia's willingness to use a nuclear weapon, Fred Kaplan, author of The Bomb: Presidents, Generals, and the Secret History of Nuclear War, told NPR in March that "there's a higher chance of something like that happening maybe than any time since the Cuban missile crisis."
Nuclear arsenals are growing and being modernized
The high tensions make it more likely countries will look to increase and modernize their nuclear holdings rather than reduce them, according to the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, or ICAN, which won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2017.
"At the same time, all five nuclear-armed NPT [non-proliferation treaty] member states are violating their disarmament obligations under the treaty and increasing the risk of catastrophic nuclear war," ICAN executive director Beatrice Fihn said in a statement about the U.N. conference.
The increases in weapons stockpiles are reversing years of progress following the Cold War, Guterres said.
"States are seeking false security in stockpiling and spending hundreds of billions of dollars on doomsday weapons that have no place on our planet," he said, noting the prevailing atmosphere of competition and distrust.
"Almost 13,000 nuclear weapons are now being held in arsenals around the world," according to Guterres.
Even before the Ukraine crisis, the trend was well-established and wide-ranging. Late last year, for instance, India tested a newly updated version of its nuclear-capable ballistic missile — one of several advances in its nuclear arsenal, as noted by the Nuclear Information Project at the Federation of American Scientists.
The Hiroshima anniversary is approaching
Guterres is poised to travel to Hiroshima this weekend to mark the anniversary of the world's first nuclear attack, by the U.S. on Japan.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who is from Hiroshima, addressed the U.N. conference on Monday, calling on all nuclear-armed countries to act responsibly.
Kishida voiced Japan's support for U.S.-Russia talks on potential stockpile reductions, and he said his country "encourages the U.S. and China to engage in a bilateral dialogue on nuclear arms control and disarmament."
Kishida brought with him a folded paper crane, an homage to Sasaki Sadako, the Japanese girl who survived the Hiroshima attack when she was two years old but died of leukemia 10 years later. Her origami cranes have become a symbol of the wish to live without the threat of nuclear war.
Since the first U.N. non-proliferation conference in 1975, the roughly month-long meetings have normally been held every five years. But the pandemic forced the 2020 sessions to be postponed until now.
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Which 24-inch wall oven is best?
The kitchen can be one of the most difficult rooms to maintain in a neat condition. If you’re looking for a way to modernize your kitchen and give it a more organized setup, installing a wall oven is a step in the right direction.
If you have 24 inches of space to work with, there are many wall ovens that size that can spruce up your kitchen. For example, the GE 24-Inch Single Electric Self-Cleaning Wall Oven has a simple design, an intuitive self-cleaning function and touchpad controls.
What to know before you buy a 24-inch wall oven
Size
If you’re looking for a 24-inch wall oven, you’ve probably measured the space you have to work with and know what will fit. However, wall ovens come in several sizes other than 24 inches, primarily 27 inches and 30 inches, but can vary by an inch or so. Even if you’re sure you need a 24-inch wall oven, it’s best to measure first and ensure it aligns with the space where you’re planning to install it.
Electric vs. gas
Many range ovens let you power them using electricity or gas, but nearly all wall ovens are powered by electricity. If you prefer having a gas oven, you may have to reconsider getting a wall oven altogether since it’s rare to find a gas-powered one.
Interior space
Wall ovens are smaller than traditional range ovens, offering approximately 3.5 cubic feet of interior space compared to 5 cubic feet. They’re excellent for saving space, but a range oven might be more suitable for cooking or baking large quantities of food.
What to look for in a quality 24-inch wall oven
Self-cleaning
Self-cleaning is a helpful feature that automatically scrubs away food debris and is usually missing from the more affordable wall ovens. However, it’s convenient and worth the extra money if you don’t want the hassle of cleaning the interior oven cavity. It’s best to look for an oven with a steam-cleaning cycle since it’s the safest method, as it doesn’t exude toxic fumes like other cleaning functions.
Convection heating
Convection heating is the technology used in air fryers and is becoming more commonplace in standard range, wall and toaster ovens. Convection heating essentially uses rapidly moving air to heat or cook food. It is safe, works fast, cooks food evenly and is a healthier alternative to frying, as it can give certain foods, such as French fries and chicken cutlets, a crispy exterior. Many wall ovens have several cooking modes and have a convection fan so that you can cook your food just right.
Safety control lock
Most modern ovens have a secure control lock that disables the control panel and prevents it from activating and heating. It’s a crucial feature, especially if you have children in your household who may accidentally start the oven.
How much you can expect to spend on a 24-inch wall oven
Most 24-inch wall ovens are $500-$1,000. However, if you don’t mind spending the money and want to spring for something more durable with several premium functions and features, you can expect to pay up to $2,000.
24-inch wall oven FAQ
Are there any smart wall ovens?
A. Few wall ovens are equipped with full-on smart functions, but some are Wi-Fi compatible and can be controlled using your smartphone.
What is the average lifespan of a wall oven?
A. It depends on how often you use one, but most wall ovens last 10 to 15 years.
What’s better: a single-stacked or double-stacked wall oven?
A. Single-stacked wall ovens are the smallest, so they’ll give your kitchen a more organized look and feel. However, if you want to be able to cook different foods simultaneously but at different temperatures, a double-stacked wall oven is ideal.
What’s the best 24-inch wall oven to buy?
Top 24-inch wall oven
GE 24-Inch Single Electric Self-Cleaning Wall Oven
What you need to know: Ditch the scrubbing with this self-cleaning oven that features an electric pad for ease of use.
What you’ll love: It has a standard window, an interior light and two racks that can hold any size of cookware and be positioned in several ways for convenience. The frameless glass door has a clean, stylish design that looks great in kitchens with a modern look.
What you should consider: Some users find it too generic and overpriced, considering that it has minimal features.
Where to buy: Sold by Home Depot
Top 24-inch wall oven for the money
Magic Chef 24-Inch Single Electric Wall Convection Oven
What you need to know: This programmable convection oven has a durable build and a timeless stainless steel and mirrored glass design.
What you’ll love: It has electronic and knob controls, a convection fan for cooking food evenly and a cooling fan that automatically activates when the oven gets too hot. It has a digital timer and two racks that can be adjusted to five different positions.
What you should consider: It’s not self-cleaning, and it doesn’t alert you with a sound when the desired cooking temperature is reached.
Where to buy: Sold by Home Depot
Worth checking out
Empava 24-Inch Convection Single Wall Oven
What you need to know: This oven is built to last, has a clean-cut, modern look and is loaded with several premium functions.
What you’ll love: This oven has 10 cooking modes, including broil, convection roast and defrost. It has a black ceramic interior, a 360-degree rotisserie function, glass touch controls and a control lock security function. Additionally, it has a three-layered tempered glass window and halogen lighting.
What you should consider: The instruction manual isn’t detailed enough for some, making installation time-consuming. Also, it takes a while to heat up to the desired temperature.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
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Dundee has one of the highest probable suicide death rates in Scotland, according to concerning new figures.
Data from National Records of Scotland showed 25 people are suspected to have taken their own lives in the city last year.
Across Scotland, probable suicides fell by 6% in 2021, the second consecutive year the number of fatalities had dropped.
The majority of suspected suicide deaths were men (565), compared to just 188 women during 2021.
Men remain three times more likely to die by probable suicide than women, according to the figures, with a rate of seven women per 100,000 dying by probable suicide compared to 21 men per 100,000.
The rate of probable suicide among those living in the most deprived areas of Scotland was also much higher than those in the least deprived areas.
According to the figures, 7.5 people per 100,000 in the most affluent areas of the country died by probable suicide in 2021, compared to 21.4 per 100,000 in the poorest areas.
Some 35.6 men per 100,000 in the most deprived areas died by probable suicide in 2021, compared to just 12 per 100,000 in the most affluent areas – both of which showed an increase from the previous year.
For women, 3.2 per 100,000 of those in the most affluent areas died by probable suicide, compared to 8.3 per 100,000 in the poorest areas.
The Scottish Government’s mental health minister, Kevin Stewart, described every death by suicide as a “tragedy for the loved ones left behind”, adding: “While the number of deaths has dropped in recent years, I remain committed to reducing suicide and providing support for those who are affected by this heartbreak.
“We provide annual funding of £300,000 to Public Health Scotland to provide support for local suicide prevention work which helps communities implement local suicide prevention action plans.
“Our ambition is to get everyone working together to prevent suicide which is why we have been engaging with those affected to publish a prevention strategy for Scotland next month.
“This will set out how the Government, partners and local communities can come together to help prevent future suicides.
“It is important that people know there is help available if they are feeling suicidal.
“Anyone in need of support should contact their GP or call the NHS 24 helpline.
“Support can also be found online, through NHS Inform, and on the Samaritans and Breathing Space websites.”
Danielle Rowley, the influencing manager at leading charity Samaritans Scotland and former Labour MP, said there was “still a huge amount of work to be done”.
“While we welcome the overall downward trend, particularly a significant reduction among females, we must continue to take action on the range of factors that may contribute to suicide risk.
“Those living in Scotland’s most deprived areas remain three times more likely to die by suicide than those in more affluent areas, and men continue to account for most deaths.
“This data, and Samaritans’ own research, suggests reaching out to men from lower income areas, who are at the highest risk of suicide, must be a major focus of preventing suicide in Scotland.
“Suicide is complex and there is no single reason why someone may take their own life.
“However, by ensuring there is a range of support available to those who are struggling – and working to address inequalities in our society – these numbers can be reduced further.
“We receive a call to Samaritans’ helpline every 10 seconds. It reminds us why we continue not only to be there 24/7 for anyone who needs a listening ear, but also to make real and lasting change to achieve our vision for a Scotland where fewer lives are lost to, and devastated by, suicide.” | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/politics/3553936/probable-deaths-by-suicide-in-scotland-down-by-6-in-a-year-figures-show/ | 2022-08-02T16:48:46Z | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/politics/3553936/probable-deaths-by-suicide-in-scotland-down-by-6-in-a-year-figures-show/ | true |
Which round coffee tables are the best?
Whether redecorating an old space or starting from scratch, finding the right centerpiece such as a coffee table can transform a room. Round coffee tables are available in a variety of materials, designs and sizes, giving you the opportunity to customize your space.
What size round coffee table do I need?
Selecting a coffee table that is stylish is one thing, but finding a round coffee table that is proportional to your other furniture is another. Consider height and width when filtering your search:
- Height: To achieve balance, find a round coffee table 1 to 2 inches shorter than the height of your chair or couch cushion.
- Width: If you only have a couch, width is another factor to balance your space. Select a coffee table a third smaller than the width of your couch.
Design and material
Find your style and assess your other pieces. In the case of coffee tables, material used are a major factor in the execution of your desired design.
- Wood: Usually associated with traditional, cottage and rustic design styles, wood in any form provides a natural element.
- Iron and metal: These materials immediately sharpen a space. The sleek design and look of a metal coffee table offers clean lines and shapes.
- Glass: Glass is often associated with transitional, mid-century modern or contemporary styles. It’s easy to clean and opens a room with its transparency and simple design.
- Wicker: For a relaxed area or achieving a beachy, bohemian style, wicker and rattan coffee tables decrease formality.
Care
The table’s material determines whether a stain shows up after you put a hot or cold glass on it. Placing a glass on a natural wood coffee table that isn’t sealed or coated may damage it. A metal or glass-top coffee table won’t offer this concern, and you can use your drinking glass without a coaster.
Additionally, extending the longevity of your coffee table can be in the form of daily cleaning. Dusting, waxing or disinfecting your furniture is always good practice to uphold the aesthetic of your piece.
Top round coffee tables under $200
Mercury Row Schroeders Coffee Table
Available in two finishes, this table offers two tiers of storage. The tabletop is tempered glass and the lower tier sports a solid white glass shelf. It can hold up to 40 pounds and has a metallic finish.
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Ackerly Cross Legs Coffee Table
This table is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. With a stain- and scratch-resistant manufactured wood top, it has elements of natural wood and a metal base that captures the industrial style. It holds up to 50 pounds and is lightweight at only 15 pounds.
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Zipcode Design Doynton Four Legs Coffee Table
With a simple frame and glass tabletop, this is a universal piece that goes well in most spaces. It’s offered in two finishes and holds up to 154 pounds. Its glass top is easier to clean than other materials, but may still be damaged by glassware with extreme temperatures.
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Top round coffee tables under $300
Mercury Row Ahart Frame Coffee Table
This table features a geometric iron base that holds its solid mango wood tabletop. It holds up to 250 pounds and natural knots in the wood make each table unique. It’s modern, but its natural element makes it versatile.
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Birch Lane Sales Hollow Coffee Table
This rattan table is a natural centerpiece that can soften any space. Weighing only 20 pounds, it is easy to move and makes rearranging your space a bit more convenient. It holds up to 40 pounds and with wicker, you won’t worry about ring stains.
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Wade Logan Ivalee Extendable Sled Nesting Coffee Tables
This table set is offered in two finishes and includes two tables that nest within one another. Each table has a glass tabletop and stainless steel frame — a neat, clean design that works well in most spaces. You can use them under one another or you can separate them for more surface area and a bit more dimension.
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Top round coffee table for a small space
Steelside Annabel Round Mango Wood Coffee Table
Featuring a tray tabletop, this coffee table has raised edges to prevent items from sliding or falling onto the ground. It’s made of mango wood with three iron legs, is designed for both indoor and outdoor spaces, and is petite at 30 inches wide and 16 inches tall.
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Top round coffee table for a large space
Ivy Bronx Chehalis Extendable Coffee Table
If you’re looking to fill space effectively, this table has four extendable tabletops to increase surface area and give you more room for your decor or for large gatherings. Its chrome finish offers a sleek, bright touch to any space.
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Liz Truss’s campaign to be the next Conservative Party leader suffered a setback after a U-turn over an £8.8 billion policy pledge.
Her campaign team blamed “wilful misrepresentation” of a plan to replace national pay deals for public sector workers with regional ones, something which would ultimately see nurses, teachers and civil servants outside London and the South East being paid less than their counterparts.
Allies insisted that “current pay levels” would be maintained and the policy would only apply to new contracts, but the Foreign Secretary’s own campaign’s press release set out in black and white that the promised £8.8 billion annual saving relied on the regional plan being adopted across the public sector in the long term.
So what was the plan and why was it abandoned?
– How was the plan announced?
A press release sent to journalists on Monday set out Ms Truss’s plans to save £11 billion a year through a “war on Whitehall waste”.
The initial release said: “Truss’s government will save up to £8.8 billion a year by replacing national pay boards with regional pay boards.
“This will make it easier to adjust officials’ pay, ensuring it accurately reflects where they work and stops the crowding out of local businesses that cannot compete with public sector pay.”
An updated version of the press release gave further details – this would “only apply to new contracts”, and there would be a “phased approach” which would only be extended if “it can be shown to deliver through its rollout in the Civil Service via new contracts and the creation of boards”.
But ultimately “this could save up to £8.8 billion per year”, the release said, adding: “This is the potential savings if the system were to be adopted for all public sector workers in the long term.”
– What did Liz Truss say about the plan?
She promised a “leaner, more efficient” Whitehall, adding: “I have shown in my time in Government that I’m prepared to take on the Whitehall orthodoxy and get things done.”
– What was the reaction?
Unions, Tory opponents and Labour all lined up to condemn the proposals.
The Institute for Government’s Alex Thomas said the scale of the savings promised by Ms Truss meant “this isn’t mandarins moving from London, it’s nurse, teacher pay being adjusted down”.
“Less war on Whitehall, more war on Workington,” he added.
Ben Houchen, the Rishi Sunak-supporting Tory mayor for Tees Valley, said he was “absolutely speechless” and “there is simply no way you can do this without a massive pay cut for 5.5 million people, including nurses, police officers and our armed forces outside London”.
– So what happened to the plan?
A spokeswoman for the Truss campaign announced on Tuesday that the plan had been scrapped, a little over 13 hours after it had been published.
“Over the last few hours there has been a wilful misrepresentation of our campaign,” the spokeswoman complained.
“Current levels of public sector pay will absolutely be maintained.
“Anything to suggest otherwise is simply wrong.
“Our hard-working frontline staff are the bedrock of society and there will be no proposal taken forward on regional pay boards for civil servants or public sector workers.”
– So what next?
There is now an £8.8 billion hole in Ms Truss’s financial plans and the U-turn could damage her campaign.
The Cabinet minister and her allies had seized on Mr Sunak’s change of course over taxation, accusing him of “flip-flopping” and performing a “screeching U-turn” over his pledge to axe VAT on fuel bills – attacks that will be harder to maintain given the events of Tuesday.
It is also a problem for supporters who had likened Ms Truss to former Conservative prime miniser Margaret Thatcher, including Treasury Chief Secretary Simon Clarke, who responded to Mr Sunak’s policy shift by saying: “U-turn if you want to. The lady’s not for turning.”
A source in the Sunak camp said “this wasn’t a mistake” as Ms Truss had argued for regional pay in 2018, adding: “The lady is for turning.”
Mr Houchen suggested “this could be Liz’s dementia tax moment” – a reference to the policy U-turn which derailed Theresa May’s 2017 election campaign. | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/politics/3554647/truss-u-turn-on-regional-pay-for-public-sector-workers-how-it-happened/ | 2022-08-02T16:50:05Z | https://www.thecourier.co.uk/politics/3554647/truss-u-turn-on-regional-pay-for-public-sector-workers-how-it-happened/ | false |
The annual awards recognize outstanding Vendors, Suppliers, and Service Providers in the telecom, mobility, and IT management industry.
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The prestigious 2022 AOTMP® Vendor Awards were presented on July 28th at the Industry Solutions Showcase, a live online event that reimagined the way buyers and sellers connect. The awards recognize innovation and excellence amongst vendors involved with providing products, services, and solutions to external customers and individuals working for those vendor organizations.
Individual award winners are as follows:
- Customer Advocate of the Year – Ciera Broberg, Telarus
- Business Analyst of the Year – Ben Savage, Mindglobal
- Consultant of the Year – Suzanne Rosato, G2, Inc.
The company award winners are as follows:
- Telecom Vendor of the Year – Sakon
- Mobility Vendor of the Year – DMI
- IT Vendor of the Year – ITsavvy
- Startup Vendor of the Year – Lightyear
- Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) Vendor of the Year – The BAZ Group
The solutions award winners are as follow:
- Hottest New Telecom Solution – Calero-MDSL
- Hottest New Mobility Solution – Samsung SDS America
- Hottest New IT Solution – Taqtile
The event award winner is as follows:
- AOTMP® People's Choice Award – Samsung SDS America
Timothy C. Colwell, AOTMP® Executive Vice President, said, "The accomplishments of this year's AOTMP® Vendor Award winners, both company and individual, demonstrate undeniable business results and compelling value propositions across the board. These outstanding individuals, vendors, suppliers, and service providers are making an impact in the telecom, mobility, and IT management industry."
AOTMP® is a global organization, empowering professionals in the dynamic $4+ trillion telecom, mobility and IT management industry. AOTMP® delivers value through training, certifications, association memberships, events & programs, best practices, publications, resources, and professional development.
Learn more at www.aotmp.com
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WASHINGTON (AP) — A Texas man convicted of storming the U.S. Capitol with a holstered handgun, helmet and body armor was sentenced Monday to more than seven years in prison, the longest sentence imposed so far among hundreds of Capitol riot cases.
Prosecutors said Guy Reffitt told fellow members of the Texas Three Percenters militia group that he planned to drag House Speaker Nancy Pelosi out of the Capitol building by her ankles, “with her head hitting every step on the way down,” according to a court filing.
Reffitt’s prison sentence — seven years and three months — is two years more than the previous longest prison sentence for a Capitol riot defendant. But it’s less than half the length of the 15-year prison term requested by a federal prosecutor, who called Reffitt a domestic terrorist and said he wanted to physically remove and replace members of Congress.
Reffitt was the first person to go on trial for the Jan. 6, 2021, attack, in which supporters of then-President Donald Trump halted the joint session of Congress for certifying Joe Biden’s 2020 electoral victory.
U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich, who presided over Reffitt’s jury trial, also sentenced him to three years of supervised release after his prison term and ordered him to pay $2,000 in restitution.
Sentencing guidelines calculated by the judge called for a term of imprisonment ranging from seven years and three months to nine years.
Friedrich rejected prosecutors’ contention that an “upward departure for terrorism” — leading to a far longer sentence — was warranted in Reffitt’s case. It was the first time that prosecutors have requested that sentencing enhancement for a Jan. 6 case.
“He wanted to physically and literally remove Congress,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Nestler told the judge. “We do believe that he is a domestic terrorist.”
Friedrich, however, questioned why Reffitt would merit the terrorism enhancement when many other rioters engaged in violence and made similarly disturbing threats.
The longest sentence before Reffitt’s was five years and three months, for two men who pleaded guilty to assaulting police officers at the Capitol.
Reffitt, who already has been jailed for approximately 19 months, initially balked at speaking to the judge during Monday’s hearing. But he changed his mind during a lunch break and offered an expletive-laden apology to police officers, lawmakers and congressional staffers who were at the Capitol on Jan. 6. Calling himself “an idiot,” Reffitt struggled to explain why he stormed the Capitol.
“It was a big blur,” he said. “It was just very chaotic and confusing.”
Friedrich questioned the sincerity of Reffitt’s apology and expressions of remorse, noting that he has been publishing statements from jail in which he portrays himself and other rioters as patriots who were justifiably rebelling against a tyrannical U.S. government.
“Not only are they not patriots, they are direct threats to our democracy and will be punished as such,” the judge said.
Reffitt suggested that his fiery rhetoric from prison was hyperbole necessary to raise money to support his family.
“I’m on the street if I don’t say something that would garner money for them,” he said.
Defense attorney Clinton Broden asked for Reffitt to be sentenced to no more than two years in prison. Broden noted that Reffitt didn’t assault any law enforcement officers or enter the Capitol building.
Videos captured the confrontation between outnumbered Capitol police officers and a mob of people, including Reffitt, who approached them on the west side of the Capitol.
Reffitt was armed with a Smith & Wesson pistol in a holster on his waist, carrying zip-tie handcuffs and wearing body armor and a helmet equipped with a video camera when he advanced on the officers, according to prosecutors. He retreated after an officer pepper sprayed him in the face, but he waved on other rioters who ultimately breached the building, prosecutors said.
Reffitt didn’t testify at his trial before jurors convicted him in March of all five counts in his indictment. The jury found him guilty of obstructing Congress’ joint session, of interfering with police officers outside the Capitol and of threatening his two teenage children if they reported him to law enforcement.
Reffitt’s 19-year-old son, Jackson, testified that his father told him and his sister, then 16, that they would be traitors if they reported him to authorities and warned them that “traitors get shot.”
Guy Reffitt was a member of the Texas Three Percenters militia group, according to prosecutors. The Three Percenters movement refers to the myth that only 3% of Americans fought in the Revolutionary War against the British.
Reffitt lived with his wife and children in Wylie, Texas, a Dallas suburb. He drove to Washington, D.C., with Rocky Hardie, a fellow member of the militia group.
Hardie testified that both of them were armed with holstered handguns when they attended Trump’s “Stop the Steal” rally before the riot. Hardie also said Reffitt gave him two pairs of zip-tie cuffs in case they needed to detain anybody.
More than 840 people have been charged with federal crimes related to the riot. Over 340 of them have pleaded guilty, mostly to misdemeanors. More than 220 have been sentenced, with nearly half of them receiving terms of imprisonment. Approximately 150 others have trial dates stretching into 2023.
Reffitt is one of seven Capitol riot defendants to get a jury trial so far. Jurors have unanimously convicted all seven of them on all counts in their respective indictments.
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The renowned Dominican coffee brand had an official float in which Dominican former baseball player Vladimir Guerrero paraded as a special guest
NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Last Sunday, July 31, the renowned brand Café Santo Domingo participated again in the Dominican Parade in the Bronx. There, the executive president of its parent company Industrias Banilejas (Induban), Manuel Pozo Perelló, was named International Grand Marshal.
To the rhythm of merengue and bachata, thousands of Dominicans gathered along Grand Concourse Avenue in the Bronx to enjoy the floats and troupes while celebrating their Dominican identity. Pozo Perelló paraded in the official Café Santo Domingo's float, and was accompanied by his special guest, former Dominican professional baseball player Vladimir Guerrero.
"It gives me great pride to be present, together with Café Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Parade in the Bronx, and to have been selected as Grand Marshal in this great festivity that celebrates Dominican culture," said Pozo Perelló.
Café Santo Domingo began its path to the United States market more than a decade ago in an unassuming way. In 2020, the import effort was expanded with a store on the Amazon e-commerce platform, thus reaching the entire United States. Since last year, the brand has also been expanding its distribution thanks to an agreement with Goya Foods, a partnership that began in the Northeast region of the country, including New York. To date, Café Santo Domingo is available in more than 30 states in the Northeastern and Southeastern United States.
About INDUBAN
Industrias Banilejas S.A.S., (INDUBAN) is the leading coffee producing company in the Dominican Republic. Established in 1945 for the purchase, elaboration, and sales of coffee, it later became an exporter of Dominican gold coffee, highly sought after in the United States and Europe. For more than 75 years, Induban has served Dominicans the aroma and flavor of Café Santo Domingo, the leading and most emblematic brand in the country. Its brands transcend borders, being enjoyed around the world, including The United States, Canada, Spain, Hungary, Russia, Aruba, St. Martin, and Virgin Islands, among others.
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Parking Details
During the State Fair parking is available in our designated Orange, Brown, Pink and Gray parking lots at the Fair. Follow signs from exit 7 on 690 East or West. Cost is $5.00 per vehicle. A free shuttle bus service is provided from the Orange parking lot to the Main Gate. E-Z Pass Plus will be accepted in the Brown and Orange lots. Follow the E-ZPass Plus signs for quick, cashless access.
Fairgoers driving to the State Fair with authorized people with disabilities parking tags or license plates can park their vehicles in the paved Accessible Parking Lot located on the west end of the grounds between Gates 10 and 11. Vehicles should enter from State Fair Blvd. at Gate 6 or 7. A free wheelchair accessible tram is available to shuttle those in this paved Accessible Parking Lot. The tram will shuttle guests from the parking lot to Tram Stop 3 behind the Horticulture building. Tram services run from 8:00am until 12:00am and State Fair staff will be in the lot to provide information. There is additional Accessible Parking in the Pink lot which they can enter from State Fair Blvd. across from Gate 3. Please note that both of these lots can accommodate approximately 400 vehicles each. In addition, a limited number of parking spaces for people with disabilities and who have the proper hanging tags or license plates are available in the Brown parking lot, this lot is not paved.
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Centro Park-N-Ride Information
Centro provides direct service to The Great New York State Fair from its State Fair Park-N-Ride locations in Onondaga, Oswego, and Cayuga Counties. To expedite the boarding process, be sure to buy your round trip tickets before boarding the shuttle. Tickets may be purchased at the Centro tents which will be located at each State Fair Park-N-Ride location for the duration of the Fair. Fares and times vary depending on location, and all valid Centro Ride Passes and Transfers will be honored. For more information, please contact Centro’s Call Center at (315) 442-3400.
Please Note: Centro will NOT be running direct service from the Syracuse Transit Hub to the St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview during the State Fair. However, there will be direct service from the Syracuse Transit Hub to the NYS Fair – Gate 10 (Gray Lot).
Onondaga County Routes
- 901 – Syracuse (Centro Hub)
- 904 – Camillus (Lowe’s)
- 906 – DeWitt (ShoppingTown Mall)
- 909 – Syracuse (Destiny USA)
- 910 – Elbridge (Volunteer Fire Dept.)
- 912 – Liverpool (John Glenn Blvd & Farrell Rd)
Oswego County Routes
- 908 – Oswego (W 1st St & W Bridge St)
- 908 – Oswego (Breitbeck Park)
- 908 – Fulton (Fulton City Lot #4)
- 908 – Phoenix (Lock Island Park)
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