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Massachusetts couple seriously injured in ATV rollover crash in Berlin
Pair hurt in crash Sunday
Massachusetts couple seriously injured in ATV rollover crash in Berlin
Pair hurt in crash Sunday
TIME RIGHT IS 630 FOR NEW ON DAYBREAK. A MASSACHUSETTS COUPLE IS RECOVERING AFTER AN ATV CRASH IN JERICHO MOUNTAIN STATE PARK IN BERLIN. AND GAME SAYS THEY WERE RIDING DOWN A HILL YESTERDAY AFTERNOON WHEN THEY WENT OVER A BERM AND THE ATV ROLLED OVER. THEY WERE BO
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Massachusetts couple seriously injured in ATV rollover crash in Berlin
Pair hurt in crash Sunday
A Massachusetts couple was hurt in an all-terrain vehicle crash in Jericho Mountain State Park in Berlin.According to New Hampshire Fish and Game, the man and woman, both 41 and of Auburn, Massachusetts, were riding down a hill Sunday afternoon when they went over a berm and the ATV rolled over.They were both hospitalized with serious injuries that weren’t considered to be life-threatening.Officials said the pair were wearing helmets and eye protection, which “significantly reduced injuries sustained during the incident,” Fish and Game wrote in a news release.
BERLIN, N.H. —
A Massachusetts couple was hurt in an all-terrain vehicle crash in Jericho Mountain State Park in Berlin.
According to New Hampshire Fish and Game, the man and woman, both 41 and of Auburn, Massachusetts, were riding down a hill Sunday afternoon when they went over a berm and the ATV rolled over.
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They were both hospitalized with serious injuries that weren’t considered to be life-threatening.
Officials said the pair were wearing helmets and eye protection, which “significantly reduced injuries sustained during the incident,” Fish and Game wrote in a news release. | https://www.wmur.com/article/berlin-new-hampshire-atv-crash-8822/40835280 | 2022-08-08T16:08:11Z | https://www.wmur.com/article/berlin-new-hampshire-atv-crash-8822/40835280 | true |
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm a professional healthcare worker and I thought there could be a better way to disinfect patient bedpans," said an inventor, from Mitchell, Ontario, Canada, "so I invented the BED PAN BUDDY. My design would eliminate the problem of improperly sanitized bedpans, which can spread infections through direct contact."
The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to sanitize bedpans. In doing so, it offers an improved alternative to manual disinfecting methods. As a result, it saves time and effort and it helps to prevent contamination and the spread of germs. Additionally, the invention features a portable design that is easy to use and transport so it is ideal for hospitals, nursing homes and home health care settings.
The original design was submitted to the Toronto sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TRO-612, 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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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey from the VAB Measurement Innovation Task Force found that networks and advertisers are, at higher levels of use and investment than ever before, adopting new currencies and measurement solutions.
The survey—whose findings represent 90% of the TV ad revenue in the market, inclusive of the major TV publishers and a majority of the single networks—illustrates the extent to which advertisers were seeking and implementing new measurement platforms during negotiations at the recent 2022-2023 Upfronts.
"While many pre-Upfront indicators pointed to a potential win for marketers that were ready to dive into TV measurement options providing new highs in counting all ad screens and better calculating cross-platform dynamics, we also heard marketers ask for a post-Upfront usage tally of measurement optionality," said Sean Cunningham, President and CEO, VAB. "Those tallied results reveal an ad marketplace embracing newer measurement options with escalating urgency, and the increased competition in all-screens/ cross-platform TV measurement is shaping up to be a bigger realized win for marketers searching for business and brand growth—sooner rather than later."
- Eighty five percent of respondents increased their use or investment in the number of measurement providers.
- Over one-quarter of respondents said that between 25% to 49% of their Upfront advertisers will actively use or test a measurement option other than Nielsen.
- One hundred and seventy-five advertisers were engaged with TV publishers in the use or testing of new measurement solutions.
- The top categories for new measurement solutions were automotive, consumer packaged goods, telecommunications, quick service restaurants and pharmaceuticals.
- Among multiscreen TV formats, new measurement solutions were most frequently applied to linear TV, streaming, connected TV and over-the-top.
Formed in 2021, the VAB Measurement Innovation Task Force formally mobilized a highly effective group of the top strategic minds in research, analytics and insights from TV publishers and distributors to accelerate the pace of overdue innovation in media measurement and currency.
To arrange an interview with Sean Cunningham, email Jacob Streiter at jacob@rosengrouppr.com.
The Video Advertising Bureau (VAB)—whose members include the national TV networks alongside a broader community of influential media companies—is an insights-driven organization that inspires marketers to reimagine their media strategies resulting in smarter, more educated decisions. Visit VAB online and access its continuously growing content library at thevab.com.
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POUND, Va. (WJHL) — A major water line break on Monday morning led officials to issue a boil water advisory to several areas in the Town of Pound.
According to the advisory, customers in the Indian Creek and US23 areas are affected. This includes the following communities: Old Indian Creek Road, Indian Creek Road, Curtiss HIll, Killen Hollow, Almond Road, Laurel Ridge, Viking Road and US23 from the Indian Creek Road intersection to the Traveler’s Motel.
These customers should not drink tap water without bringing it to a boil for at least a minute.
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MILFORD, MI — An advisory to avoid contact with the Huron River downstream of Wixom remains in place Monday as state officials evaluate the results of testing for toxic chemicals released by an automotive parts manufacturing plant.
Testing found low detections of hexavalent chromium this weekend in Kent Lake and Hubbell Pond, two impoundments on the river near Milford where state crews have focused efforts to find chemicals released a week ago by Tribar Technologies.
Of the 69 water samples collected throughout 42 miles of river during the past week by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), two showed positive detections in Hubbell Pond and one in Kent Lake.
In Kent Lake — which is surrounded by the popular Kensington Metropark, which features beaches and boat rentals that remain closed until futher notice — one sample tested at 5 parts-per-billion (ppb). That is the detectible limit for the chemicals in the method used by the laboratory, EGLE said.
The sample was obtained in the middle of the lake near the water surface, between 6 and 12 inches deep.
In Milford’s Hubbell Pond, the detections were a little higher. Samples found 11-ppb of chromium at the surface and 9-ppb near the bottom.
In Michigan, hexavalent chromium is regulated in surface water at 11-ppb and 16-ppb, which are set to protect aquatic life from chronic and acute exposures, respectively.
As of Monday morning, EGLE had not released results of testing over the weekend.
“EGLE tested dozens more sites throughout the river system on Saturday,” said EGLE spokesperson Hugh McDiarmid. “(The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services) and EGLE will be going over that data today to try and determine what it means.”
In addition to water sampling, the state has focused testing on biosolid sludges inside the Wixom wastewater treatment plant. Officials speculate that the low detections in the river indicate that the chemicals may have been largely contained in failsafe filtration systems at the sewage plant and the Tribar plant, which sends its effluent through carbon filters.
A Wixom city police investigation into the cause of the release at Tribar’s Plant No. 5 has been turned over to the state’s Environmental Investigation Service (EIS).
Hexavalent chromium, or hexchrome, is a carcinogenic chemical used in plastic finishing. It can cause numerous health problems through ingestion, skin contact or inhalation.
The state says any chemicals in the river are unlikely to pose a threat to water wells along the river because the chromium isn’t expected to enter adjacent groundwater. However, irrigation pumps and driven sand points could be vulnerable and should never be used for drinking.
The state has been sampling further downstream in Barton Pond, where the city of Ann Arbor pulls some of its drinking water. The chemicals have not been detected there, but the effort is also meant to establish a baseline data record.
The Huron River, which is impounded in several places, does not move water at high velocity and computer modeling indicates the flow rate wouldn’t be expected to bring any hexchrome to Ann Arbor for several weeks, say state officials.
Nonetheless, Ann Arbor officials are fed up with Tribar and the city council authorized legal action toward the company last week. Tribar, previously named Adept, is chiefly responsible for the ‘do not eat’ fish advisory in the Huron River due to PFAS chemicals. City council members and environmental advocates have called for the company to be shut down and other punitive measures in response to the latest chemical release.
Like Tribar’s PFAS releases, which occurred for many years but were only discovered in 2018, the hexchrome was sent to the Wixom sewage plant. The facility sends treated wastewater to the river via Norton Creek near the Proud Lake State Recreation Area.
Tribar released a statement Thursday saying it responded with “immediate” action upon discovering the hexchrome release on Aug. 1, although the city of Wixom says the chemicals began flowing into its wastewater system last weekend.
According to a cease-and-desist letter city officials sent to Tribar, the company sent an estimated 10,000 gallons of toxic, untreated wastewater to the city “during the weekend of July 30, 2022.”
The city’s limit for hexchrome in wastewater is 0.44 parts-per-million (ppm). Tribar’s released vastly exceeded that. The letter says Tribar “discharged approximately 4,170 pounds over the course of 48 hours” with concentrations of 95- to 130-ppm. The wastewater plant initially tried to contain the discharge by diverting it to holding tank and a ditch. But staff resumed sending it to Norton Creek once those were filled.
At plating companies like Tribar, hexchrome is used to coat decorative trim parts for automobiles. Due to its toxicity, it’s banned in Europe and many surface finishing companies have phased out its use in favor of less toxic chemicals.
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PISCATAWAY, N.J., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crave InfoTech launched its white paper on 'Top 10 Supply Challenges and the Right Intelligent-Enterprise Solution'. The white paper has been crafted post deep industry research and interactions with industry veterans. It reflects the ground-level challenges from across the supply chain. It further suggests tech-backed solutions to each of these challenges. Crave InfoTech is a key SAP and Zebra Technologies partner.
The world has seen supply chain hassles leading (as one of the reasons) to global inflation. There have been spare parts acquisition delays and supply chain disruptions. The white paper goes beyond these social geo-economics concerns to underline the inherent supply chain challenges that all enterprises face.
The suggested takeaways are leveraging an intelligent enterprise to control, track, and optimize supply chain movement and communication. Now, more than ever, enterprises need an intelligent platform and solution to ensure business continuity, on-time deliveries (as per promised ETAs), better resource and capacity optimization, and increased cost-efficiencies.
Shrikant Nistane, CEO, Crave InfoTech, "We wanted to focus on the core supply chain challenges facing enterprises and the world. There are ways we can become disruption-proof by enabling a mature supply chain with the ability to control, forecast, and deliver on the said forecast."
He continued, "Transportation amounts to anything between 10% to 30% of the final cost. It's very important in this new age, where multiple collaborative databases from vendors and suppliers are intertwined, to have an intelligent supply chain management solution that gives full visibility, and enterprise mobility, and leverages ground-level insights to turn them into action items."
Crave InfoTech has multiple decades of enterprise solutions and mobility experience with clients across life science, supply chain, manufacturing, food and beverages, oil and gas, federal agencies, chemicals, network infrastructure, retail, etc.
About Crave InfoTech
Crave InfoTech, based in Piscataway, New Jersey, is a fast-growing tech company with deep expertise in SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), Intelligent Enterprise, and Enterprise Mobility Enablement with quick-to-deploy Intelligent Supply Chain Management, Intelligent Asset Management, and Intelligent Warehouse Management solutions.
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HC transfers case against Agnipath to Delhi HC
The Kerala High Court on Monday ordered that the petitions challenging the Centre’s Agnipath Scheme be transferred to the Delhi High Court .
The order was issued in view of the Supreme Court directive to transfer such cases pending before various High Courts to the Delhi High Court.
The petition was filed by the candidates challenging the cancellation of the finalization proceedings of Soldier cadre recruitment. The Armed Forces Tribunal had earlier dismissed their petition.
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NHS dentists: Shropshire families spend thousands in wait for care
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Families have reported being forced to spend thousands of pounds for private dental treatment while waiting to see an NHS dentist.
A BBC investigation found that nine in 10 NHS dental practices across the UK are not accepting new adult patients.
The Department of Health said an extra £50m has been made available "to bust the Covid backlogs" and ease pressures.
However one dad from Shropshire said costs left him feeling like there was "no light at the end of the tunnel".
Daniel has been on a waiting list to see his local NHS dentist for more than three years.
He said he had to pay £4,000 for his daughter's braces as the procedure was deemed "cosmetic".
"It has put significant pressure on the family," he said. "You have to go without fundamental things to make sure you get the treatment you need.
"Every penny matters."
After calling a string of NHS dentist practices when she moved to Shropshire with her partner and two children, patient Natalie said "it very quickly became obvious that there weren't any in the whole county".
She said she was told while her daughter was entitled to orthodontic care on the NHS, she would have to pay about £100 for each tooth that needed removal before treatment could begin.
"I've spent at least £3,000 since going private," she said.
She added: "Her teeth are so crooked they are cutting the inside of her mouth so we really wanted to get them done."
Following the BBC's investigation, the British Dental Association said NHS dentistry was at a "tipping point" after a decade of under-investment.
NHS England said it had made changes to dentistry contracts and would support practices to improve access and treat more patients.
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PARIS (AP) — France was in the midst of its fourth heat wave of the year Monday as the country faces what the government warned is its worst drought on record.
National weather agency Meteo France said the heat wave began in the south and is expected to spread across the country and last until the weekend.
Overall, the southern half of France expects daytime temperatures of up to 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) ad won’t drop at night below 20 C (68 F).
The high temperatures aren’t helping firefighters battling a wildfire in the Chartreuse Mountains near the Alps in eastern France, where authorities have evacuated around 140 people.
Meteo France said this week’s heat wave will not be as intense as the one last month, when several regions experienced record-breaking temperatures. But the high temperatures come during the most severe drought ever recorded, according to the government. Last month was the driest July since measurements began in 1959.
Some French farmers have started to see a drops in production especially in soy, sunflower and corn yields.
Water restrictions in place range from daytime irrigation bans to limiting water usage to people, livestock and to keep aquatic species alive.
The government said last week that more than 100 municipalities can’t provide drinking water through taps and need water truck supplies.
The heat also forced energy giant EDF to temporarily cut power generation at some of its nuclear plants, which use river water to cool reactors.
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Celebrates Overhauled Travel Centers in Six States
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pilot Company's New Horizons initiative is well underway with six more travel centers recently completing full store remodels. To commemorate the newly overhauled travel centers, Pilot Company teamed up with Monster to host a celebration with the Monster Girls and several giveaways at the site of the very first Pilot travel center in Corbin, Kentucky that originally opened in 1981. This historic travel center now features a modernized exterior and interior with remodeled restrooms and is home to another first for the company - its new Tex-Mex deli concept called Burrito Junction.
Pilot Company's chef and food innovation team spent two years testing and fine-tuning the "make it your way" Burrito Junction menu before its launch at the Pilot travel center in Corbin. The new deli concept is open 24/7 to serve guests at all hours and features everything from customizable breakfast burritos in the morning to a full choice menu of burritos, tacos, bowls, and quesadillas that can be personalized with house-made guacamole, queso, salsa and an array of toppings.
"We strive to connect people and places," said Jamie King, Senior Director of Food and Beverage for Pilot Company. "Food is always a great way to connect with our guests and Burrito Junction is another way for us to do just that. Our guests are loving the fresh variety that this new concept brings, and we are exploring opportunities to expand it to additional locations while continuing to innovate our food offerings."
Several more of Pilot Company's travel centers finished top-to-bottom remodels, incorporating feedback from professional drivers and guests to add more fresh food options and upgrade the overall store experience. In addition to overhauling the exterior and interior of each location, key improvements include:
- Bakersfield, CA: New kitchen for team member to prepare an expanded menu of fresh food, updated laundry facilities, and newly added quick-serve restaurant brands
- Battle Creek, MI: Newly added deli with grab-and-go options for made-in-house hot and cold foods, expanded beverage selection, and updated check-out area
- Cartersville, GA: Enhanced deli with grab-and-go options for hot and cold foods, expanded beverage selection, and fully remodeled Subway
- Corbin, KY: Upgraded deli with additional grab-and-go items, four new self-checkouts, and all-new Burrito Junction deli concept
- Phoenix, AZ: Upgraded deli with additional grab-and-go items, expanded beverage selection, and four new self-checkouts
- Staunton, VA: New kitchen for team member to prepare an expanded menu of fresh food and grab-and-go cold items, expanded beverage selection, four new self-checkouts, and full remodeled Arby's
"With every store that we remodel, we take care to make improvements that will better serve our guests and team members now and into the future," said Allison Cornish, VP of Store Modernization at Pilot Company. "It's amazing to see the transformations and to see the progress as we ramp up renovations at more travel centers across our network."
The three-year New Horizons project marks the company's most significant investment in store modernization to date. It will fully remodel more than 400 Pilot and Flying J travel centers and make additional upgrades at several more locations across the country.
As part of the New Horizons initiative and in honor of its long history of giving back, Pilot Company is donating a combined $70,000 to the local school districts in these six communities to support of STEM, technology, and career development programs.
To help its guests go even further with their end of summer travels, Pilot Company is offering a 10-cent discount on every gallon of gas through October 31 and deals on popular brands to save in-store with the myRewards Plus™ app.*
For more information about New Horizons, visit pilotflyingj.com/new-horizons, and to learn more about the new 10-cent discount, visit pilotflyingj.com/rewards.
*Data rates may apply. Participating locations only. Void where prohibited (not valid in Wisconsin and New Jersey). Other terms and conditions may apply. Visit pilotflyingj.com/rewards for details.
About Pilot Company
Pilot Travel Centers LLC ("Pilot Company") keeps North America's drivers moving as one of the leading suppliers of fuel and the largest operator of travel centers. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot Company has grown its network to more than 800 retail and fueling locations and supplies more than 14 billion gallons of fuel per year to the market. Pilot Company has fourth largest tanker fleet with more than 1,600 trucks that supply DEF, bio and renewable fuels, and provides hauling and disposal services to the oil field sector. Pilot Company serves 1.3 million guests per day and provides over 70,000 fleet customers with solutions for fuel, credit, factoring, services and rewards. Its Pilot and Flying J travel center network includes over 750 locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces with more than 790 restaurants, 75,000 truck parking spaces, 5,300 deluxe showers, 6,200 diesel lanes and offers truck maintenance and tire service with Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Flying J. The One9 Fuel Network connects a variety of fueling locations to provide smaller fleets and independent professional drivers with everyday value, convenience, credit and perks. More information on locations and rewards are available in the myRewards PlusTM app.
Pilot Company is currently ranked No. 7 on Forbes' list of America's Largest Private Companies. For additional information about Pilot Company, its 30,000 team members and commitment to giving back, visit www.pilotcompany.com.
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‘Grease’ actor Eddie Deezen found incompetent to stand trial
Actor Eddie Deezen is reportedly not competent to stand trial for allegedly burglarizing a nursing home because of a mental disorder.
The actor, who played geeky Eugene Felsnic in the “Grease” musical films and Eddie in the 1980s sitcom " Punky Brewster,” also has been transferred to the Maryland Department of Health for treatment, TMZ reported.
The Maryland resident, 65, is considered a danger to himself and others and will remain under the health department’s care until the court believes he no longer poses a threat, the site said, citing the commitment order. The type of disorder was not reported.
Representatives for Deezen and the Department of Health did not immediately respond Monday to The Times’ requests for comment.
The prolific voice actor, who held notable roles in the cartoons “Dexter’s Laboratory” and “Kim Possible,” was arrested in April and accused of trespassing at a privately owned nursing home in Allegany County, Md. Police said Deezen left items and notes at the residence. He had also previously been charged with breaking into the vehicles of his neighbors.
In September, the “WarGames” actor was arrested after allegedly becoming disorderly, resisting arrest and throwing plates, bowls and food at sheriff’s deputies responding to a disturbance at a LaVale, Md., restaurant, NBC News reported.
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Last woman convicted during Salem witch trials exonerated
(CNN) - It took more than 300 years, but the last woman convicted during the Salem witch trials has been exonerated.
The name of Elizabeth Johnson Jr. is now cleared, thanks to the effort of an area teacher and her eighth-grade civics class.
Johnson was accused of witchcraft in 1692, one of more than 200 other women and men in Salem. Eventually, 19 were hanged while four others died in prison.
Johnson was to be executed at age 22, but her life was spared by the governor at the time.
Teacher Carrie LaPierre took note of Johnson’s case after reading other accused names had been cleared but Johnson’s hadn’t.
Over the last few years, LaPierre’s eighth graders petitioned state lawmakers and just recently were successful in getting an amendment attached to the state budget.
The amendment adds Johnson’s name to an existing 1957 resolution that exonerates other “witches.”
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A-Level Results Day is just around the corner and thousands of young people will be nervously waiting to find out their grades.
Students across England, Wales and Scotland - and no doubt their anxious families - will be hoping the hard work has paid off on Thursday, August 18, and they will be heading off to their chosen college or university. But what happens if they don't get the grades they need?
Angie Stead, the co-founder of Genius School, which teaches entrepreneurial tips to kids, says it's important to remember that grades are really not the be-all and end-all. The education expert has put together some important advice about how you can support your child if they didn't quite get the grades they were hoping for.
Have an honest conversation
It can be difficult for children to express how they’re feeling, particularly if they feel like you might be disappointed in them. But if your child is feeling negatively about their results, adding fuel to the fire by disciplining them for bad results won’t help, Angie says. In fact, it may just make them more reluctant to open up to you.
"Take the time to have a private conversation and understand how they’re feeling, their concerns and how you can support them. Do they want to re-sit their exams? Are they rethinking their decision to go to university?
"Are they feeling optimistic despite the knockback of their results? Once you have a better idea of your child’s headspace you can decide how best to support them.
"Remember this isn’t about telling them off, but providing a safe space for them to speak to you and share their feelings."
Success is not all about what university you went to
If you speak to anyone who you deem to be successful, no two stories will sound the same. Some may have gone to university, some may have set up their own business, others may have found success through an apprenticeship.
The main message, Angie says, is that success isn’t down to what university you go to, but 'soft skills' like ambition, tenacity and the ability to recognise and seize opportunities.
"For those that are willing to work towards their goals - whatever that might look like - success will come in one way or another and everyone’s journey will look different," she added.
Remind them of all the possible routes
Whether it's re-sitting their exams, enrolling in an apprenticeship or working towards setting up their own business, as a parent the best thing you can do is advise and support them when it comes to their choices, says Angie.
"There are so many different routes when it comes to being successful. Often when we think we’ve failed, it’s not the failure itself that defines us but how we bounce back from it." | https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/level-results-day-how-help-7437870 | 2022-08-08T16:37:01Z | https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/level-results-day-how-help-7437870 | true |
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T-Rex® Brute Force® tape takes it one step further by having four-time World's Strongest Man Brian Shaw put it to the test
AVON, Ohio, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- T-Rex® brand makes it official…again! After coming out on top against competitive tapes around the globe, the brand is proud to announce the ferociously strong T-Rex® Brute Force® tape has secured the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the strongest duct tape for the second consecutive year.
To reaffirm its strongest duct tape title, T-Rex® Brute Force® – designed for tough projects that require intense strength, durability and power – was put through a strength test* against the top 10 competitive duct tapes of similar material and quality claims from around the world. The remarkable results show that Brute Force® produced a tensile strength at break of 273.1 pounds per inch – outperforming the other tapes by more than 50 percent*.
After winning one strength test, T-Rex® Brute Force® tape didn't stop there. The brand teamed up, once again, with four-time World's Strongest Man** Brian Shaw to showcase the tape's ability to endure and persevere through any challenge – including pulling a 55,000 pound fire truck with just one loop of tape and carrying a chain yoke through mountainous terrain, proving the product's extreme strength is unmatched. Check out all the pulls and stunts at T-RexTape.com/Strongest.
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HAVANA (AP) — A deadly fire that began at a large oil storage facility in western Cuba spread Monday after flames enveloped a third tank that firefighters had tried to cool as they struggle to fight the massive blaze.
At least one person has died and 125 are injured, with dozens of firefighters reported missing ever since lighting struck one of the facility’s eight tanks on Friday night. A second tank caught fire on Saturday, triggering several explosions.
“The risk we had announced happened, and the blaze of the second tank compromised the third one,” said Mario Sabines, governor of the western province of Matanzas where the facility is located.
Firefighters had sprayed water on the remaining tanks over the weekend to cool them and try to stop the fire from spreading.
The governments of Mexico and Venezuela have sent special teams to help extinguish the fire, with water cannons, planes and helicopters fighting the fire from several directions as military constructions specialists erected barriers to contain oil spills. Local officials warned residents to use face masks or stay indoors given the billowing smoke enveloping the region that can be seen from the capital of Havana, located more than 65 miles (100 kilometers) away. Officials have warned that the cloud contains sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide and other poisonous substances.
The majority of those injured were treated for burns and smoke inhalation, and five of them remain in critical condition. A total of 24 remain hospitalized. Over the weekend, authorities found the body of one firefighter as relatives of those still missing gathered at a hotel to await news about their loved ones.
Sabines and Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said it was impossible to search for the missing firefighters given the roiling temperatures.
The blaze at the Matanzas Supertanker Base in Matanzas city prompted officials to evacuate more than 4,900 people, most of them from the nearby Dubrocq neighborhood. The facility’s eight huge tanks hold oil used to generate electricity, although it wasn’t clear how much fuel has been lost as a result of the flames. The first tank that caught fire was at 50% capacity and contained nearly 883,000 cubic feet (25,000 cubic meters) of fuel.
The blaze comes as Cuba struggles through a deep economic crisis and faces frequent power outages amid a sweltering summer. Officials have not provided a preliminary estimate of damages.
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Nation's Leading Retail Franchise Offering Home Backup Systems at California Locations
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In anticipation of rolling blackouts across California, Batteries Plus, the nation's largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb, key fob and repair franchise, is pleased to announce a partnership with solar generator company Goal Zero to provide Californians with a safe and reliable energy source during any emergency. Goal Zero products are now available in Batteries Plus stores across California, where buyers can also seek expert advice on how to select, set up, and use their new backup system.
Batteries Plus' expertise in battery-powered necessities paired with Goal Zero's dedication to keeping homes powered up will ensure homes and businesses across California are prepared for any emergency. The state of California is looking to eliminate gas-powered outdoor appliances by 2028. So, as Californians look to find a reliable source of backup power this essential partnership comes at the right time. Charged from solar energy with additional power gained through a typical wall outlet, the gasless Goal Zero backup system can keep crucial circuits running during a blackout with a simple flip of a switch. Batteries Plus and Goal Zero formed this partnership to show their commitment to empowering consumers through expert advice, best-in-class service and eco-friendly solutions.
"At Batteries Plus we have been and always will be focused on one simple mission – to provide world-class products and services with unrivaled expert advice to our customers," said Derek Detenber, Chief Marketing and Merchandising Officer of Batteries Plus. "The opportunity to partner with Goal Zero to launch a lineup of products aimed at helping Californians prepare for future challenges with a sustainable power source was one that we are extremely excited about. Goal Zero has been the category leader in this industry for years and the alignment with our brand's values and commitment to quality made the partnership a no-brainer for us."
In an alternative to gas generators, Goal Zero portable power systems offer a clean and quiet solution at an affordable price. Goal Zero products are built to last, and are being stocked in Batteries Plus stores across the state of California today. Consumers can see and feel the quality of their backup power systems, while getting advice on what system and setup is right for their needs.
"Goal Zero offers a variety of sustainable energy products, from portable power sources for outdoor adventures, to backup systems for homes and businesses in case of any emergency," said Trevor Lambert, Head of Marketing for Goal Zero. "This wide range of products fits perfectly with the Batteries Plus brand and gives consumers easy-access to reliable sources of energy, no matter what their needs are."
In addition to generators, Batteries Plus offers a variety of other products to help homeowners be prepared for any outage or natural disaster, including flashlights and headlamps, power converters, and car batteries.
To learn more about the Goal Zero products carried at Batteries Plus stores, visit batteriesplus.com/brand-shops/goal-zero.
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Couple arrested for recording videos sexually abusing their adopted children, police say
OXFORD, Ga. (WGCL/Gray News) – A couple in Georgia were arrested after detectives say they produced homemade child sexual abuse material with at least one adoptive child who lived in their home.
Detectives told WGCL that Zachary Zulock and William Zulock face pending charges of aggravated child molestation and sexual exploitation of children.
The investigation began when officials executed a search warrant at the home in Oxford on July 27 after receiving a tip about someone who “may have been downloading child sexual abuse material.”
Detectives said they collected evidence confirming the Zulocks, two adoptive fathers of a sibling pair living at the home, engaged in sexually abusive acts and recorded videos.
The children are now in custody and safe. The Walton County’s Division of Family and Child Services is working on finding emergency protective placement of the two young children.
Officials did not provide further details. The investigation is ongoing.
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School holidays UK: the best toys to keep your kids entertained
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The summer holidays may be greeted with whoops of delight from children, but their parents are more likely to let out an anxious sigh of impending exasperation. Just how are they going to keep those little angels occupied for the whole of the summer holiday?
While older kids with the freedom to roam can often be relied upon to keep themselves entertained for large parts of the vacation, it’s the younger ones that need more constant attention, so arming yourself with suitable activities is advisable.
To provide you with some inspiration for things that might give you a bit of peace and quiet for a few precious minutes, we’ve come up with a range of different toys and crafts that will keep them busy.
There are suggestions for those with a garden, and ideas for inside when the weather inevitably goes bad. And while some activities may need input from parents (particularly for those who have only completed one or two school years), there are several more they can enjoy all on their own.
Besides looking at things that are fun to play with, we’ve also highlighted some activities that will help support their educational development. And if you’re taking the family on a vacation, a few of them can be packed with you, hopefully occupying them during at least part of the car journey, besides giving you a chance to relax when you’ve arrived.
The summer holidays may well seem like a long time for parents of young school kids, but with some careful planning and a few tricks up your sleeve, it might not be quite as stressful as you might imagine.
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Best toys for summer holidays at a glance
- Best for digital entertainment: Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet
- Best for spending time in the garden: Waltons Buttercup Shop Playhouse
- Best for crafting activities: toucan Box
- Best for outdoor fun: Plum Wave Springsafe Trampoline, 8ft
- Best for in the kitchen: Lakeland Kids Ultimate Baking Set
- Best for an educational magazine: Britannica Magazine
- Best for family games: Waboba Backnine Disc Golf
- Best for endless creativity: Lego Classic Box
- Best for reading: Bunny Vs Monkey: Rise of the Maniacal Badger by Jamie Smart
- Best for rainy days: Usborne 300 Piece Jigsaw Dinosaur and Timeline
Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet
Pros: Hours of entertainment in a tablet for kids
Cons: Too much screen time? You may struggle to wrestle them away
While some parents are rightly wary of their kids indulging in ‘too much screen time’, those we know with an Amazon Fire declare it a lifesaver. For folk who are less familiar with this device, it’s a tablet that can be filled with apps, games and videos aimed at 3 to 7 year olds.
It has an 8 inch screen sealed in a tough, kid proof case and you can stream content through Wi-Fi or download it to the 32GB internal storage drive (additional 1TB storage cards are also available). Parents can control screen time and set tasks directly through the tablet or by connecting it to their Smartphone.
Apps from the likes of CBeebies can help with younger kids’ development, while for the older kids there are plenty of games and books available for educational purposes, besides the more fun stuff provided by the likes of Disney and Nickelodeon.
Whether at home or on the move, a Fire is a handy gadget to fall back on for those moments of desperation.
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Pros: Well built wooden shop with 10 year guarantee
Cons: Needs sufficient garden space and some self assembly
If you’re keen for the kids to spend more time in the garden this summer then it’s a good idea to give them a designated area all of their own.
A small patch where they can grow their own plants, or make mud pies, is a good start; but even better is a playhouse that they can use as a base.
Waltons playhouse has the look of a pop up shop, with open sides, a counter and sloping roof, allowing them to use their imagination for some role play, besides being a base for garden games and experimentation.
Waltons is one of the country’s leading garden building manufacturers and this product is built to the same high standards as their grown up sheds and summer houses.
It’s 150cm wide with a depth of 90cm and is made from FSC Certified timber that has a ten year anti rot guarantee and is supplied with mineral roofing felt. Once up, it should keep the kids entertained for many summers to come.
toucan Box
Pros: Packed with craft activities that are fun and help develop skills in young children
Cons: Subscription only service
toucanBox is a subscription based craft kit for kids up to eight years of age that includes two different activity boxes each month, along with a fun magazine and stickers. The kits are designed to help develop key skills and, within each one, your child will get to enjoy the process of making things to play with, including interactive games, role-play items and toys.
The crafting products are all of a decent quality, with plastic tat kept to a minimum. Through a ‘Care for Kids’ programme, the company also donates boxes to disadvantaged children during the school holidays.
Craft box activities include flower pressing, dinosaur dressing up and building a bamboo beehive, with special summer boxes lined up too. The packages neatly fit through your letterbox and, although it’s a monthly service, you can cancel your subscription whenever you wish
Plum Wave Springsafe Trampoline, 8ft
Pros: good value, safe and secure trampoline
Cons: Takes a couple of hours to assemble
Children (and most adults) love to bounce, so put a decent trampoline in your garden and it’ll soon attract the attention of all the kids in the neighbourhood.
Plum has a good range of trampolines to choose from, with child safety to the forefront. Their 8ft Wave Springsafe provides a large bounce area at a good price and, after spending a few hours assembling it (nothing complicated) our junior testers were bouncing on it for hours.
The mat feels taut with plenty of bounce, while the ‘Springsafe’ enclosure separates kids from both the springs and the frame.
The steel frame, galvanised for rust prevention, is strong and secure and a ring of padding covers the springs to make for a safer entrance and exit to the mat.
Other sizes are available and you can also upgrade to Plum’s ‘Mist’, which allows you to connect to a hosepipe for added water fun.
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Pros: 48 piece set for real baking
Cons: You’ll need to adapt recipes for the kids-sized tins
Encouraging your kids to get baking has many benefits: it teaches them new, valuable skills; it saps up plenty of time; it can help them appreciate new foods and flavours; and, if all goes well, you’ll have a tasty treat at the end of it.
The only downside is the cleaning up you’ll have to do afterwards.
This 48 piece set has everything you need to inspire young cooks (apart from the recipes). There are tiny tins for tartlets, loaves and cupcakes – all with non-stick coatings. There are cookie cutters, piping bags with nozzles, pop sticks and moulds, measuring spoons, a whisk, rolling pin and more. Every item is well made and perfectly usable, and it comes in a range of rainbow colours.
Clear away a large space in the kitchen and your kids will have loads of fun creating cakes, biscuits, lollies and, of course, a mess.
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Pros: An educational, absorbing magazine for children
Cons: Available on subscription only
The current formula adopted by lots of kids magazines is to stick a piece of plastic tat on the cover and hope that nobody notices there’s not much to occupy them inside.
However, our junior testers found Britannica magazine a much more absorbing and educational read.
Pitched at kids aged 6+ it’s full of the kind of facts, puzzles and pictures about the world around us that can fire up a thirst for knowledge.
We like that it’s structured along similar lines to grown up magazines, with a mix of in-depth articles and expert opinions alongside more dip-in-and-out features, which makes it a less disposable proposition than other kids magazines.
Each magazine contains 52 pages, with a bumper 68 page edition out in time for the summer break.
Waboba Backnine Disc Golf
Pros: A fun, portable frisbee game for all the family
Cons: It’s harder than it looks…
This is a fun family target game to keep by the back door for impromptu games in the garden or to sling in the car for picnics and holidays.
It’s essentially frisbee that has been turned into a golf-like game, with the object being to throw small discs (the equivalent of the golf balls) into a ring (the hole).
Both the ring and the four different coloured discs skim through the air like frisbees, so you have the bonus of being able to use them individually as you would a regular frisbee.
Launch the ring first and then see who can land their disc in its hole in the fewest moves. It’s much harder than it first looks and can get quite addictive trying to achieve the ultimate ‘hole in one.’
It comes in a slim carry case with a scorecard and is light and portable, making it a useful addition to summer play at home or out and about.
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Pros: Great value Lego kit to fire the imagination
Cons: It could start an expensive new hobby
Lego has moved on considerably since we were kids with brick shapes and builds we could only dream of, but that evolution has helped to remain one of the best toys around.
Prices have moved on too, but there are still plenty of kits that work out at great value for the amount of play time they will generate.
One such item is this box of 221 pieces that includes classic bricks, doors, windows, eyes, wheels and more, in 29 colours. The box contains ideas for some simple builds, including a lighthouse, aeroplane and animals, but endless fun can be had if you dip into your imagination.
All this and a giant lego brick shaped package that makes an excellent storage box for these pieces and the next set you’ll inevitably be asked to buy.
Bunny Vs Monkey: Rise of the Maniacal Badger by Jamie Smart
Pros: Entertaining comic book for young readers
Cons: No cons - the Bunny vs Monkey books are fantastic
Everyone needs a good book or two to enjoy over summer and kids are no exception. For this year’s top reading tips we checked in at a regional finalist in the Independent Bookshop of the Year Awards, Frome’s Hunting Raven, to get manager Tina Gaisford-Waller’s recommendations.
For younger kids, Tina’s tip is ‘Tiny Crab is a Tidy Crab’ by Laura Bowles, a cheerful picture book that will encourage readers to pick up litter and look after our beaches. For older children, ‘Solitaire’, by Alice Oseman, is a witty, engrossing read that teens will be able relate to.
And for those in between, treat them to the comic chaos of Jamie Smart’s ‘Bunny Vs Monkey: Rise of the Maniacal Badger’ and at least some of the summer should be filled with the sound of laughter.
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Pros: Informative jigsaw with stunning dinosaur illustrations
Cons: No Cons
An inquiry of ‘who wants to get the jigsaw out?’ can sometimes be met with reluctant groans, but lure the family to the table and, once the pieces start slotting together, everyone will soon be hooked.
We especially like this dinosaur timeline jigsaw, a 300 piece prehistoric puzzle with an educational slant.
An expansive illustration features a host of different dinosaurs and a large, fold out timeline places them all in order of existence, from the Triassic age through to their demise.
The thick pieces are around 35mm square and the finished jigsaw measures 590mm x 400mm, and it provides a tough but surmountable challenge for ages seven and above.
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Americans' views harden AGAINST immigration — 10% more in U.S. want to cut people flows after two years of border chaos, caravans, trafficking deaths and as migrant buses unload in sanctuary cities Washington and NYC
- Percentage of Americans who want less immigration grows by 10 percent over two years, according to a new poll
- Increase was stark among Republicans, but more Democrats also want to cut people flows into U.S.
- Poll released after buses loaded with migrants by Texas Gov Greg Abbott arrive in New York, a so-called sanctuary city
- Immigration is set motivate voters in November's midterm elections, hurting President Joe Biden's Democratic party
- Many business chiefs seek more migrant labor to build U.S. manufacturing and the technology sector
Americans’ views have hardened against immigration, with 10 percent more people calling for lower migrant flows than did so two years ago — a sign of growing concern about chaos on the southern border.
Only 28 percent of Americans surveyed in 2020 wanted less immigration to the U.S. That rose to 38 percent in a poll released on Monday, suggesting frustration with the administration of President Joe Biden.
The increase was stark among Republicans, where those seeking fewer immigrants rose from 48-69 percent. There was also an uptick among Democrats, with a 13-17 point increase over two years.
The polling reflects growing public concern over chaos at the southern border, caravans and deaths from cross-border trafficking, even as many business chiefs seek more migrant labor to build U.S. manufacturing and the technology sector.
Pollsters noted that U.S. attitudes over immigration were ‘highly fractured’ and a roughly three-way split between those who wanted people flows reduced, increased, and those who wanted it kept at current levels.
‘The border crisis of recent years has sparked a highly partisan debate about how to handle the large demand for entry to the U.S. from Central and South America,’ researchers said.
‘That is likely affecting Americans' views toward immigration generally.’
Americans’ views have hardened against immigration, with 10 percent more people calling for lower migrant flows than did so two years ago – a sign of growing concern about chaos on the southern border
The poll was released after the first buses packed with migrants from Central And South America sent from Texas by Governor Greg Abbott, a Republican, arrived in New York City on Friday, followed by another on Sunday
The survey was released after the first buses packed with migrants from Central And South America sent from Texas by Governor Greg Abbott, a Republican, arrived in New York City on Friday, followed by another on Sunday.
Abbott, who is running for a third term as governor in November elections, has already sent more than 6,000 migrants to Washington since April in a bid to shift responsibility for border crossers to Democratic mayors and Biden, a Democrat.
New York Mayor Eric Adams condemned Abbott for a ‘horrific’ decision to force migrants onto buses against their will after meeting the new arrivals at the Port Authority bus terminal on Sunday.
‘Some of the families are on the bus that wanted to go to other locations, and they were not allowed to do so. They were forced on the bus,’ Adams said, according to Politico.
‘Our goal is to immediately find out each family’s needs and give them the assistance they want.’
Adams has declared a city-wide emergency and called on the federal government to step in as a major influx of migrants strains New York City's shelter system. Some 4,000 asylum-seekers have come to NYC since May, Adams' office stated.
Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser has said her city's shelter system has also been strained by migrant arrivals and last month urged the Biden administration to deploy military troops to assist with receiving the migrants.
Attitudes against immigration have haredned among Republicans, Democrats and independents
Juan Manuel, 69, Frankie Michael, 38, and Gail Harper, 85, live close to one of New York's long-established shelters for ayslum seekers, and worry about already-high rates of crime and homlessness in the neighborhood
New Yorkers living close to the city’s shelters for asylum seekers told DailyMail.com they were worried about newcomers adding to the problems of crime, homelessness and drugs that already blight run-down neighborhoods.
‘We don't know anything about them. We don't know if they’re criminals. They’re refugees so they could be disguising themselves as good people,” said Juan Manuel, 69, a retired publisher who lives blocks from the shelter.
Manuel said he feared an influx of new asylum seekers would add to the ‘pretty high’ crime levels in the city, where a spike in shootings and murders in July fueled a 31 percent increase in the city’s crime rate over the same month last year.
Gail Harper, 85, a retired shop assistant, mum of four and now a great-grandmother, warned that her Harlem neighborhood was already overcrowded with ‘undesirables’ and homeless people erecting makeshift tents in nearby parks.
‘Why are they gonna have so many more of them come in here? And there's so many homeless that's out there now,’ Harper said, recalling when eh moved to the area in the 1970s, when it ‘didn't have all the homeless and shootings’.
The Gallup survey found that Americans overall remained broadly supportive of immigration, with 70 percent saying it was ‘on the whole’ a benefit to the country
Farm laborers harvest romaine lettuce on a machine with heavy plastic dividers that separate workers from each other in Greenfield, California. The company, Fresh Harvest, is a major employer of people using the H-2A temporary agricultural worker visas
Frankie Michael, 38, an event manager, said New York was a ‘weird place right now’ after the Covid-19 pandemic, racial justice protests and deepening social ills and questioned whether the city could accommodate newcomers.
‘I just saw guys sleeping naked underneath the bus stop,’ said Michael, pointing towards Amsterdam Avenue.
‘I've seen a lot of homeless lately, more than ever, and in recent years this area has gotten a little shady, especially at night, with homeless people trying to come off heroin. And the east side is like Skid Row.’
Still, others welcomed the new arrivals. Columbia University professor Steven Cohen posted on social media that the ‘economic vitality of New York City is built on immigration’.
‘Let’s build on our immigrant tradition and figure out a workaround that enables new immigrants to get started here in New York,’ Cohen wrote on Monday.
Washington Post columnists Paul Waldman and Greg Sargent on Saturday talked up the benefits of immigration, saying U.S. businesses were struggling to fill jobs and workers from overseas could help ‘rebuild U.S. manufacturing’.
The Gallup survey found that Americans overall remained broadly supportive of immigration, with 70 percent saying it was ‘on the whole’ a benefit to the world's biggest economy.
Biden entered office in January 2021 promising to reverse many of the anti-immigration policies of his Republican predecessor, former President Donald Trump, but some efforts have been held up in legal fights.
Biden is still trying to end Title 42, a Trump-era Covid policy that saw migrants deported straight back to Mexico, but a judge has ordered the president to continue enforcing it.
U.S. border guards have made record numbers of arrests under Biden, including many repeat crossers.
Some migrants who could not be deported quickly to Mexico or their home countries under Title 42 are permitted into the U.S., often to pursue asylum claims in immigration courts.
Some 53 migrants died in San Antonio, Texas, after being packed into a sweltering tractor-trailer in June — the deadliest smuggling incident in the U.S. to date. Four men including the suspected driver have been indicted on an array of trafficking charges.
A total of 207,416 migrants were encountered at the US southern border in June 2022
The majority of those who crossed in June were single adults, with 140,000. There was also 51,780 in family units and 15,271 unaccompanied children, as well as, six on terrorists lists | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11091819/Americans-views-harden-AGAINST-immigration-10-U-S-want-cut-people-flows.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-08-08T16:47:18Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11091819/Americans-views-harden-AGAINST-immigration-10-U-S-want-cut-people-flows.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | false |
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Monday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Morning" game were:
0-6-8, FIREBALL: 9
(zero, six, eight; FIREBALL: nine)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Monday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Morning" game were:
0-6-8, FIREBALL: 9
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Folded Flag Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to honoring the legacy of America's fallen service members by helping their families with financial support for education, announced its Salute to Service Gala will be held Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, at The Pierre Hotel in New York City.
One hundred percent of the funds raised from the gala will go directly to providing educational scholarships to the spouses and children of our U.S. military who died in service to our country. Folded Flag selected this date as a way to honor the men and women who joined the military after the horrific events of Sept. 11, 2001.
Craig Barber, chief executive officer of O'Charley's, LLC, 99 Restaurants, LLC and Restaurant Growth Services, LLC, will serve as the gala emcee. Gen. Paul Kern, U.S. Army, Ret., who served as the Commanding General of the Army Material Command for 38 years, is this year's gala keynote speaker. His career blends technical expertise, combat operations, program management, policy development and advising to senior political leaders. Barber and Kern also serve on the board of trustees for The Folded Flag Foundation.
The evening will also feature a special performance by the NYPD Emerald Society, as well as a silent and live auction featuring exclusive and one-of-a-kind experiences. Guests will enjoy delicious food, a selection of Foley Family Wines and the opportunity to network with other attendees while raising money for Gold Star Families across the nation.
"Our Salute to Service Gala provides the opportunity for us to pay special tribute to and honor the thousands of lives that were lost and impacted as a result of the 9/11 attacks. We will never forget the heroism of those brave men and women who came to America's aid, and their sacrifices," said Kim Frank, president of The Folded Flag Foundation. "The legacies of these individuals and all of our nation's fallen service members are carried on by their families and loved ones. The Folded Flag Foundation is proud to offer educational scholarships to Gold Star families from across the nation."
The Folded Flag Foundation was formed in 2014 by businessman and NHL team owner Bill Foley as a way to honor the legacy of, and pay tribute to, our nation's fallen service members. For the 2022-23 school year, The Folded Flag Foundation awarded more than $3.25 million in educational scholarships to 750 recipients. These scholarships help cover the costs of tuition for K-12, college or trade school.
Tickets, tables and sponsorships are available for this event. For more information, please visit FoldedFlagFoundation.org/NYCGala.
The Folded Flag Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization committed to honoring the legacy of our fallen heroes by helping their families with financial support for education. The Folded Flag Foundation proudly gives 100 percent of ALL donations to families in need. Corporate sponsors Black Knight, Inc., ServiceLink, Fidelity National Financial (FNF) and Fidelity National Investment Services (FIS) underwrite all administrative costs. For more information on The Folded Flag Foundation, including how to make a donation to support its cause, please visit www.FoldedFlagFoundation.org.
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KYIV, Ukraine — Russia and Ukraine traded accusations Monday that each side is shelling Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine. Russia claimed that Ukrainian shelling caused a power surge and fire and forced staff to lower output from two reactors, while Ukraine has blamed Russian troops for storing weapons there.
Nuclear experts have warned that more shelling of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station, which was captured by Russia early in the war, is fraught with danger. The Kremlin echoed that statement Monday, claiming that Ukrainian shelling could create “catastrophic” consequences for Europe.
Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has warned that the way the plant was being run under Russian forces and the fighting going on around it are posing grave health and environmental threats.
Ukraine’s military intelligence chief, Andriy Yusov, countered the Russian statements by saying his organization had received credible information from several sources that Russian forces have planted explosives at the Zaporizhzhia plant to head off an expected Ukrainian counteroffensive in the region. Previously, Ukrainian officials have said Russia is launching attacks from the plant and using its Ukrainian workers as human shields.
Before Sunday’s shelling, the nuclear plant came under fire last week and each side accused the other of the attack.
Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Lt. Gen. Igor Konashenkov said Monday that the Ukrainian attack a day earlier at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant caused a power surge and smoke erupted at its switch facility, triggering an emergency shutdown. Fire teams extinguished the fire, and the plant’s personnel lowered the output of reactors No. 5 and No. 6 to 500 megawatts, he said.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov urged Western powers to force Kyiv to stop attacking the plant.
“Shelling of the territory of the nuclear plant by the Ukrainian armed forces is highly dangerous,” Peskov said in a conference call with reporters. “It’s fraught with catastrophic consequences for vast territories, for the entire Europe.”
But Yusov, Ukraine’s military intelligence chief, said Monday: “We have seen the Russian shelling of the Ukrainian nuclear power plant.”
He added that, “If it’s not so, if it doesn’t conform to reality, the Russians can make a goodwill gesture and hand over control of the plant to an international commission and the IAEA, if not to the Ukrainian military.”
Yusov said the Russians used similar tactics at Ukraine’s Chernobyl nuclear plant when they had occupied it early in the war.
“This is a strategy of terror and scorched earth used by the Russians ahead of an inevitable Ukrainian counteroffensives in the south,” he said.
On the high seas, meanwhile, the first of the ships to leave Ukraine under a deal to unblock grain supplies and stave off a global food crisis has arrived in Turkey. The Turkey-flagged Polarnet docked at the port of Derince in the Gulf of Izmit after setting off from the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk on Friday laden with 12,000 tons of corn.
“This sends a message of hope to every family in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia: Ukraine won’t abandon you,” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba tweeted. “If Russia sticks to its obligations, the ‘grain corridor’ will keep maintaining global food security.”
Yet Polarnet Captain Ahmet Yucel Alibeyler highlighted the risks faced by grain-carrying ships trying to cross the Black Sea.
“These were, of course, dangerous areas, corridors that had been cleared, demined,” he said.
On the front lines of the war, the Kremlin reasserted Monday that Russia will keep up its military attacks on Ukraine until it achieves its goals.
Ukraine’s presidential office said Monday that the Russian military shelled seven Ukrainian regions over the past 24 hours, killing five people and wounding 20 more.
Ukrainian forces struck Russian-controlled areas in the south of the country overnight, local officials said, again hitting a strategic bridge in the southern city of Kherson.
The Ukrainian mayor of Melitopol, a Russian-controlled city in the neighboring Zaporizhzhia region, said Ukrainian forces used U.S. HIMARS rocket launchers to shell several facilities where the Russian military was stationed. Mayor Ivan Fyodorov said on Telegram that some 100 Russian troops were killed. His claims could not be independently verified, and the Russian military did not immediately comment.
Kirill Stremousov, deputy head of the Moscow-appointed administration of the Kherson region, said Monday morning that Ukrainian shelling again damaged the Antonivskiy bridge over the Dnieper River.
The bridge, a key artery for Russian military supplies, has been closed in recent weeks because of earlier shelling and plans to reopen it on Wednesday were shelved due to the latest attack, Stremousov said.
Russian forces also kept shelling Nikopol, a city just across the Dnieper River from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, Ukraine’s presidential office said. Nikopol’s gas pipelines, plumbing and power lines are no longer functioning, and thousands of people are left without electricity.
A total of 12 ships have now been authorized to sail under the grain deal between Ukraine and Russia, which was brokered by Turkey and the United Nations — ten outbound and two headed for Ukraine. Some 322,000 metric tons of agricultural products have left Ukrainian ports, the bulk of it corn but also sunflower oil and soya.
Four ships that left Ukraine on Sunday are expected to anchor near Istanbul on Monday evening and be inspected on Tuesday to make sure they are carrying only food items south and no weapons into Ukraine.
But the grain deal remains far from plain sailing. The first cargo ship to leave Ukraine, the Sierra Leone-flagged Razoni, left Odessa on Aug. 1 heading for Lebanon with 26,000 metric tons of corn for chicken feed. But it has run into a business dispute and will no longer dock in Lebanon, the Tripoli port chief told The Associated Press on Monday.
Ukraine’s embassy in Beirut tweeted Monday that the corn’s final buyer in Lebanon refused to accept the cargo due to the delivery delay beyond a contractual limit and that the shipper was now looking for another buyer for the corn.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a product to protect a set of stacked tires against standing water," said an inventor, from Parrish, Fla., "so I invented the TIRE DOME COVER. My design would eliminate the time-consuming process of cleaning each and every tire."
The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to protect a set of stacked automotive tires. In doing so, it helps to prevent the accumulation of water within the interior portion of the tires. As a result, it ensures a clean inner tire wall and it reduces the risk of water buildup and insect gestation. The invention features a secure and durable design that is easy to attach so it is ideal for retail tire store owners. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Tampa sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TPA-3086, 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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Lifestyle expert Carmen Ordonez has some great summer getaway ideas, all in Florida. Plus, the perfect beauty product to pack on your next trip. | https://www.abcactionnews.com/morning-blend/summer-getaways-in-florida | 2022-08-08T16:53:31Z | https://www.abcactionnews.com/morning-blend/summer-getaways-in-florida | false |
VAN NUYS, Calif., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LoanMart is dedicated to providing opportunities for others, especially when it comes to education and the youth. To further the academic growth of students pursuing higher education across the country, LoanMart now offers an exclusive Merit Scholarship of $2,000.
High school students currently residing in the United States can start the online scholarship application process if these characteristics accurately describe themselves: Scholarship, Community Involvement, and Character.
Applicants committed to furthering their academic career and taking advantage of this scholarship must submit their applications by November 30th, 2022. To be considered an ideal candidate for this Merit Scholarship, applicants should include letter(s) of recommendation with their application.
Additionally, transcript(s) and a personalized merit essay must be included, along with other pertinent documentation.
The winner of this Merit Scholarship will be notified through LoanMart no later than January 31st, 2023.
LoanMart is a finance company that serves consumers with limited access to credit scores and allows them to achieve their financial objectives by supplying them with access to non-traditional Title Loans. 1-800-LoanMart is licensed by the California Department of Business Oversight.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I needed a way to provide ambient air intake and hot air export to reduce heat in my attic," said an inventor, from Tampa, Fla., "so I invented the ATTIC REFRESH. My design would conserve energy and reduce energy bills while keeping your attic space cool."
The invention provides an effective fan unit for attics. In doing so, it helps to reduce interior ambient hot air. As a result, it could enhance safety and it could provide energy savings. The invention features a practical design that is easy to install and use so it is ideal for residential and commercial settings. Additionally, a prototype model is available upon request.
The original design was submitted to the Tallahassee sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TLS-212, 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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- Filipe Albuquerque, Ricky Taylor prevail in changing weather conditions to win the IMSA Fast Lane Sports Car Weekend at Road America
- Meyer Shank Racing duo of Tom Blomqvist, Oliver Jarvis contend for victory until late race spin, contact, results in fourth-place finish
- Acura unofficially clinches 2022 IMSA DPi Manufacturers', Drivers' and Teams' championships
ELKHART LAKE, Wis., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A daring late-race pass, while negotiating slower GT traffic, secured the win Sunday for Acura, Wayne Taylor Racing, and drivers Filipe Albuquerque and Ricky Taylor. Acura's fifth WeatherTech SportsCar Championship win of the year has unofficially secured a sweep of the 2022 IMSA Manufacturers', Drivers' and Teams' titles for the manufacturer and its partner teams.
Battling fellow Acura team Meyer Shank Racing with drivers Tom Blomqvist and Oliver Jarvis for the race win and championship lead, Albuquerque in the #10 WTR ARX-05 pulled off a daring, two-wheels-in-the-grass pass on Jarvis in the #60 MSR Acura as both prototypes weaved their way through GTD traffic on the downhill run from Turn 3 to Turn 5.
The two Acuras, and a competing prototype from Chip Ganassi Racing, continued to battle for the race win into the closing laps of the two-hour, 40-minute contest – which was marked by frequently changing weather conditions. With just a few minutes remaining, Jarvis lost control exiting the high-speed Road America "Kink" and made heavy contact with the inside wall.
With the caution flag waving for the final two laps, Albuquerque and co-driver Taylor went on to record their fourth victory of the season, while Jarvis was able to nurse his damaged MSR Acura home in fourth, despite heavy front end damage and a deflating left front tire.
With just one race remaining, Acura has unofficially clinched the 2022 IMSA DPi Manufacturers' Championship, and will formally claim the title when the field takes the green flag for the season finale at Road Atlanta in October. Meanwhile, the drivers' and teams' titles will be decided between Meyer Shank Racing and Wayne Taylor Racing, with all other contenders also mathematically eliminated with the start at Road Atlanta.
Acura NSX GT3 Evo22
In the production-based GTD class, the Rick Ware Racing team driver pairing of Ryan Eversely and Aidan Read attempted to run the race on just two pit stops, running as high as third in class at one point as a result, but needed to come in for a splash of fuel near the end of the race that dropped the pair to ninth at the finish.
IMSA Fast Lane SportsCar Weekend at Road America Acura Race Results
- 1st overall - #10 Filipe Albuquerque, Ricky Taylor, Wayne Taylor Racing Acura ARX-05 DPi
- 4th overall - #60 Tom Blomqvist, Oliver Jarvis, Meyer Shank Racing Acura ARX-05 DPi
- 9th GTD - #51 Ryan Eversley, Aidan Read, Rick Ware Racing Acura NSX GT3 Evo22
DPi Manufacturers' Championship Drivers' Championship (after 9 of 10 rounds)
1. Acura 3.333 1. Filipe Albuquerque, Ricky Taylor 3,066
2. Cadillac 3,300 2. Tom Blomqvist, Oliver Jarvis 3,047
3. Sebastien Bourdais, Renger van der Zande 2,914
Quotes
Filipe Albuquerque (#10 Wayne Taylor Racing Acura ARX-05) Race winner: "What a crazy race. We started in first place and we led the first stint, and then the drizzle came. Ricky had a really tough time with a slick track and new, cold, slick tires. He did a hell of a job keeping the car on the track. We were almost last and were nearly lapped by the guys that took a gamble on rain tires, which was the right choice. At that point, our championship was completely over, but the beauty of IMSA and endurance racing is exactly this: it can shuffle unpredictably. I went back in the car even though I would've trusted Ricky to go to the end. I had driven in qualifying so I was confident, and it was dry again. We pushed again—maximum attack—dragging the championship fight to the last race. It came off perfectly for us. Another win, our fourth of the season is just brilliant. We set the goal to win. So far, so good."
Ricky Taylor (#10 Wayne Taylor Racing ARX-05) Race winner: "My job was to survive the conditions during my stint today. We were looking on for an Acura 1-2 towards the end, which was great and the strategy was strong. It's the first win for the #10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 at Road America. Finally, crew member Bill Mullen got a [Road America] win after 36 years of coming here, so congratulations to him. On top of everything, that feels the best—Bill Mullen got his win. I can't say enough about Filipe's drive. Acura's been a force since coming into the DPi category. Winning the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship DPi Manufacturers title today is huge. They do such an amazing job. You can see it in the standings over the years. Looking at it from the outside, if you're going to join the championship, you should get an Acura. They give us such reliable cars and the car has been lightning fast for five years. We're proud to represent the brand, and to effectively clinch that championship today—hats off to everyone at Acura, HPD and American Honda."
Lee Niffenegger (HPD IMSA Program Manager) On Sunday's Acura win at Road America: "Congratulations to everyone at HPD and our Acura Motorsports teams on a great day. Wayne Taylor Racing won for the very first time at Road America—the last of the current IMSA tracks for them to take a victory at. With a start at Petit Le Mans, Acura will win the Manufacturers' Championship in 2022. It's a massive achievement that everyone has worked so hard for. And, additionally, our Wayne Taylor and Meyer Shank Racing teams will have the chance to battle it out for the Team and Driver titles."
Fast Facts
- This is the fifth IMSA overall race win of 2022 for Acura. Meyer Shank Racing won the season-opening Rolex 24 at Daytona – and also collected five consecutive second-place finishes prior to Sunday's race – while Wayne Taylor Racing has been victorious at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Watkins Glen International Raceway and Sunday at Road America; along with a second-place finish at the Rolex 24.
- This is the 49th IMSA prototype victory for Wayne Taylor Racing, but the first at Road America. WTR and drivers Filipe Albuquerque and Ricky Taylor will unofficially take a narrow, 19-point lead in the Drivers' and Teams' championship battle over fellow Acura-equipped MSR with drivers Tom Blomqvist and Oliver Jarvis.
Next
The GT classes of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, GTD Pro and GTD, travel next to VIRginia International Raceway in Danville, Va., for the August 26-28 Michelin GT Challenge at VIR.
The full IMSA field next runs October 6-8 for the season ending, 10-hour Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta in Braselton, Ga.
Acura Motorsports social media content and video links from Road America can be found on Instagram (www.instagram.com/hondaracing_hpd), Twitter (twitter.com/HondaRacing_HPD) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/HondaRacingHPD). Features and long-form videos can be found on the Honda Racing/HPD YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/HondaRacingHPDTV).
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainMD Health, a leader in premium-quality, science-based nutraceuticals, brings to market the first-ever ultra-high triglyceride-form EPA/DHA vegan omega-3 supplement. Made using the most advanced omega-3 technology, Vegan Omega-3 Power by BrainMD has a higher concentration of Total Omega-3s (1,100 mg per serving), EPA (700 mg per serving) and DHA (300 mg per serving) than any other vegan omega-3 supplement on the market.
Vegan Omega-3 Power is Certified Vegan® by Vegan Action, Non-GMO Project Verified® and NSF® Gluten-Free Certified. Moreover, the vegan omega-3 oil (PureAlgaeOmega3™) contained in Vegan Omega-3 Power is both NSF® Non-GMO and Non-GMO Project Verified®, making it the only dual Non-GMO verified algal omega-3 oil in the world. Additionally, the PureAlgaeOmega3™ vegan omega-3 oil in BrainMD Vegan Omega-3 Power is also solvent-free, soy-free, gluten-free, clean label, and manufactured under Aquaculture Stewardship Council® (ASC) Chain of Custody.
This is an exciting innovation in the supplement world. There has never been a highly concentrated, high potency and sustainable vegan alternative to fish oil until now.
"You asked for it, we created it — a powerful vegan version of our popular omega-3 supplements that delivers the EPA and DHA you need," said BrainMD founder and CEO, Daniel G. Amen, MD.
Vegan Omega-3 Power by BrainMD will launch on August 8th exclusively at https://brainmd.com/vegan-omega-3-power. To learn more about BrainMD and their suite of omega-3 products and brain directed nutraceuticals, visit www.brainmd.com.
* First-ever Certified Vegan® by Vegan Action, Non-GMO Project Verified® and NSF® Gluten-Free Certified High Potency EPA/DHA Vegan Omega-3 Made From Sustainable & Certified Marine Algae.
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United Real Estate welcomes a dynamic, multi-lingual brokerage serving Long Island and all five NYC boroughs. The strategic partnership lays the foundation for United's market expansion in the region and further strengthens its East Coast operations
GREAT NECK, N.Y., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United® Real Estate (United) announced today its partnership and the newest member of its national network, United Real Estate | Fortune, based in Great Neck, New York. The move ushers United into New York State and the New York City area for the first time and expands its service footprint to one of the most exciting, diverse and competitive real estate markets in the world.
United Real Estate is a five-time Inc. 5000 fastest-growing U.S. company and currently the 7th largest independent real estate operation in America. The alliance equips United Real Estate | Fortune agents with advanced proprietary technologies, marketing programs and a breadth of resources provided by United's national organization. Some resources United Real Estate | Fortune is rolling out include:
- 100% commission, flat-free transaction compensation
- Automated listings marketing and personal marketing programs
- Lead-generating agent websites
- Listings videos
- National referral network
- Agent productivity platform – Bullseye™
- Revolutionary marketing & communications platform
- 24/7 on-demand and live agent training
United Real Estate | Fortune's talented team provides expert representation for residential, commercial, multi-family, land and rental properties. They service Long Island and all five NYC boroughs. The office is also fully equipped to serve both English- and Mandarin-speaking clientele.
The new partnership provides United | Fortune agents exciting new ways to serve buyers, sellers, investors and business owners while expanding their marketing firepower and local and national reach.
"Our agents and their clients are at the heart of how we make decisions and evolve our business in this fast-paced and competitive New York real estate market," stated CEO/Broker of United Fortune, Susanna Shao. "With United under our wings, our agents are going to serve buyers and sellers with the utmost integrity and professionalism, while utilizing exciting new resources. Clients will benefit from exceptional service and sales results. It was an obvious choice for us to choose to partner with United."
"We are very pleased to welcome Susanna and her team to United Real Estate and open a new market for us in the process. Their professionalism and their passionate, positive energy for growth are amazing. They are a great addition to our national network. The services, support and tools we are bringing their agents will be a great complement to United Fortune's deep skillsets, contacts and expertise in the NYC area – a true catalyst for growth," stated President of United Real Estate, Rick Haase.
Agents interested in learning about career opportunities with United | Fortune can visit JoinUnitedFortune.com.
Brokers interested in joining the United Real Estate network can visit GrowWithUnited.com or contact directly Tyler Anderson, VP Broker Network Development at 724-858-9242 or TAnderson@UnitedRealEstate.com.
United Real Estate (United) – a division of United Real Estate Group – was founded with the purpose of offering solutions to real estate brokers and agents in the rapidly changing real estate brokerage industry. United provides the latest training, marketing and technology tools to agents and brokers under a flat-fee, transaction-based agent commission model. By leveraging the company's proprietary cloud-based Bullseye™ Agent & Broker Productivity Platform, United delivers a more profitable outcome for agents and brokers. United Real Estate operates in 32 states with 140 offices and more than 17,500 agents. The company produced over $21.5 billion in sales volume in 2021.
Formerly MEHome Realty, CEO/Broker Susanna Shao founded the company in 2018 with the goal of providing buyers, sellers, investors and business owners a service-oriented, one-stop shopping experience, focusing on integrity and professional representation of clients. The full-service, multi-cultural office based in Great Neck, NY serves Long Island and all five NYC boroughs. They assist both English- and Mandarin-speaking clientele.
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Putin allows Russian banks under sanctions to halt some FX operations
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MOSCOW, Aug 8 (Reuters) - Russian banks that have their foreign currency funds frozen due to western sanctions can suspend operations in such currencies with their corporate clients, according to a decree signed by President Vladimir Putin on Monday.
Russian authorities have stepped up the process of reducing the use of currencies of countries designated as "unfriendly" countries since Western countries imposed extensive sanctions after Russia sent tens of thousands of troops into Ukraine on Feb. 24.
Putin's decree said the new measures could stay in place until sanctions that impaired transactions in foreign currencies were lifted.
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The sanctions have limited the foreign currency transfers that Russian banks can make from one to another.
Many have been cut off from the SWIFT global payments system, while Apple and Google withdrew access in Russia to their digital payments systems and Russians can no longer use Mastercard and Visa cards abroad.
With their already limited cash holdings of hard currency, Russian banks have few options for investing foreign currencies because of capital controls in Russia and the risk of funds abroad being frozen. These factors have caused some to introduce fees and commissions.
Russian authorities have voiced concerns about individual and corporate holdings of dollars and other so-called "unfriendly" currencies, calling for their conversion into alternative currencies and assets. read more
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- Scott Dixon vaults into championship contention with victory at Big Machine Music City Grand Prix in Nashville
- Late charge sees defending champion Alex Palou finish third
- Dixon's 53rd career win moves him to second on the all-time victory list
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite early race contact that left his Chip Ganassi Racing Honda without a large portion of its downforce-producing floor – and an additional four pit stops to repair the damage – Scott Dixon went on to win Sunday's Big Machine Music City Grand Prix in downtown Nashville, and jump to second in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES Drivers' Championship, just six points behind leader Will Power with three races remaining.
Key to Dixon's 53rd career Indy car victory Sunday was pitting just prior to a Lap 51 full-course caution, enabled him to move to second place, then take over the lead when Josef Newgarden made his final stop of the day. The win also moves Dixon to sole possession of second in career Indy car victories, ahead of Mario Andretti and behind only the legendary A.J. Foyt with 67.
For a third consecutive race weekend, Rahal Letterman Lanigan rookie Christian Lundgaard looked to be in contention for a podium finish, until a flurry of late-race cautions and restarts saw him bumped down the order to eighth. In his place, defending series champion Alex Palou put on a late race charge that saw him go from fifth to third at the finish.
Involved in separate incidents in the opening laps, Andretti Autosport teammates Alexander Rossi and Colton Herta clawed their way from the rear of the field – and one lap down to the leaders – to finish fourth and fifth, respectively.
Big Machine Music City Grand Prix Honda Race Results
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Scott Dixon (#9 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Race winner, his second victory of 2022 and 53rd career Indy car win: "That was a brutal race. We were involved in a crash just after the start that broke the wheel and took the underwing out of the car. We had to take a bunch of front wing out to try and get it at least a little bit balanced, and the steering was all bent. Just kudos to the team and Honda. Our strategy was right-on, but we still did almost 50 laps on that last set of tires. We didn't take tires on that last stop [that enabled him to exit the pits in second] so I knew some of those cars [behind him in the closing laps] would be coming fast. But it feels special, very special, to get this [53rd] race win here in Nashville. This is cool."
Alex Palou (#10 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Finished third: "The NTT Data Honda was awesome, and the team did an amazing job with our pit stops and strategies, so I'm happy, and congratulations to Scott [Dixon] for his win. This was good for our championship [effort], but we still need to push hard. We got one step closer today closing to within 33 points of the championship lead], but there still is a long way to go. I'm a bit lucky today that the contact I had with [Will] Power didn't do any more damage [than a cracked/bent front wing] and I need apologize to him. I didn't realize he was in trouble and slowing so much [when they made contact]. But yeah, overall, I have to be very happy with today's result."
Wayne Gross (Manager of Trackside Support, Honda Performance Development) on today's Honda win in Nashville: "It was another wild race here in Nashville, which looks like might become the norm here, with a lot of attrition. Congratulations to Scott Dixon, now second on the all-time IndyCar winners list, the entire Chip Ganassi Racing organization for all their efforts. In a lot of ways, this race was a repeat of last year, with the winner encountering a major problem early in the race, but never giving up, making multiple pit stops to repair the car as much as possible. Then Scott [Dixon] putting in a champions-caliber drive, now just six points out of the championship lead. It was a similar race for Colton [Herta] and Alexander [Rossi], netting them fourth and fifth. A great day for Honda and everyone at HPD."
Fast Facts
- Honda drivers and Chip Ganassi Racing have now won both Big Machine Music City Grands Prix in Nashville.
- In the inaugural race last year, Honda drivers and teams dominated the results sheet, as Marcus Ericsson recovered from an opening lap contact and brief "flight" to head a Honda sweep of the first seven finishing positions, and eight of the top 10. Today's winner, Scott Dixon, finished second and James Hincliffe third to complete the Honda sweep.
- Previously, INDYCAR and the Indy Racing League conducted eight races on the 1.33-mile Nashville Super Speedway oval in Lebanon, Tennessee, from 2001-2008. Honda drivers and teams won five of the six races the manufacturer contested, from 2003-08.
Next
After a run of five races on four consecutive weekends, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES now takes a one-week break before resuming August 20-21 for the final oval race of the 2022 season, the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at World Wide Technology Raceway, just outside downtown St. Louis, Mo.
Honda Racing social media content and video links from Nashville can be found on Instagram (www.instagram.com/hondaracing_hpd), Twitter (twitter.com/HondaRacing_HPD) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/HondaRacingHPD. Additional features and long-form videos can be found on the Honda Racing/HPD YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/HondaRacingHPDTV).
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Iran says it has given preliminary response to EU's nuclear text - IRNA
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DUBAI, Aug 8 (Reuters) - Iran has given its preliminary response to the EU's text aimed at reviving Tehran's 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, an Iranian official told state news agency IRNA on Monday, as indirect talks between Tehran and Washington ended in Vienna.
"Iran is not at a stage to talk about finalising the deal ... We have given our preliminary considerations to the proposals made by the EU ... Tehran will convey its additional views and considerations after more comprehensive discussions in Tehran," a senior foreign ministry official told IRNA.
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CPCL asked to cut down production as odour persists in north Chennai
CHENNAI August 08, 2022 21:52 ISTThe Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd. has been asked by the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board to cut its output to 75% of its capacity
Following complaints of liquefied petroleum gas-like odour from residents of Tiruvottiyur, the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has directed the Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (CPCL) to reduce its production to 75% of its capacity.
CPCL is Tamil Nadu’s only crude oil refinery and supplies products among petrol, diesel, kerosene, naphtha, furnace oil, cooking gas, bitumen and wax.
The pollution control board has directed the refinery to furnish details of its daily crude oil consumption to ensure maximum output at the sulphur recovery unit (SRU) and to furnish the quantity of sulphur recovered in the plants.
Since the odour has been persisting in the downwind direction of the CPCL refinery in Manali, 15 teams equipped with portable volatile organic compound monitors have been formed to monitor the ambient air quality in and around Manali and Tiruvottiyur at seven locations from Saturday.
In addition to these teams, continuous ambient air quality monitoring stations (CAAQMs) have been installed in the upwind direction and in the downwind direction of the refinery to monitor parameters, including hydrogen sulphide, ammonia, total volatile organic compounds and mercaptans (the gas that is added to provide smell to LPG) in addition to regular parameters continuously till Friday. A mobile CAAQMS has been stationed at Manali to monitor the air quality.
In the first week of July, residents of Sathyamoorthy Nagar, Kaladipet and Ellaiamman Koil Street in Tiruvottiyur had complained of an LPG-like odour following which the CPCL unit was inspected and the company had been told to ensure that the incinerators attached to the sulphur recovery unit functioned at 98.7% at all times. It was given certain other directions pertaining to gas recovery.
However, with residents continuing to complain, the State government constituted an expert committee to identify the source of the problem. Based on the report of the committee, the monitoring teams have been checking various parameters.
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KFC launches its first ever PLANT-based popcorn chicken across Australia - but vegans will have to go without for one simple reason
- KFC is launching their first ever plant-based snack in select NSW locations
- Wicked Popcorn uses Wicked Wings' spices in meat-free popcorn-sized morsels
- The meal starts from $2.95 and will be available from August 9 to September 5
- Wicked Popcorn is made from pea-protein and comes with a lime ranch sauce
- But KFC revealed the meal is not prepared in a vegan or vegetarian friendly way
KFC has announced the long-awaited arrival of its first ever plant-based food in Australia: Wicked Popcorn.
The meal uses the same iconic spice combination of Wicked Wings in meat-free popcorn-sized morsels - and will be accompanied by a brand new lime ranch dipping sauce that promises spice, zest, and crunch in one bite.
Wicked Popcorn starts from just $2.95 and will be available in fourteen KFC restaurants across the NSW South Coast from Tuesday August 9 to Monday September 5.
However, strict vegans and vegetarians should beware of the new plant-based alternative.
KFC has announced the long-awaited arrival of its first ever plant-based food in Australia: Wicked Popcorn
Wicked Popcorn starts from just $2.95 and will be available in fourteen KFC restaurants across the NSW South Coast from Tuesday August 9 to Monday September 5
KFC revealed that though Wicked Popcorn is made from pea-protein and doesn't contain animals or animal products, it is not prepared in a vegan or vegetarian friendly way.
This means the plant-based chicken is likely cooked in the same oil as the meat products.
Wicked Popcorn, the Wicked Popcorn Bowl, and Wicked Popcorn Combo can be purchased from participating KFC restaurants and via the KFC App.
The new dish is dubbed a 'mouthwatering marriage of two KFC fan-favourites' and the fast food chain cannot wait to gauge customer reactions to the delicious meal.
'We're excited to serve up Wicked Popcorn – an innovative product that offers more choice on our menu,' said KFC Australia CMO, Sally Spriggs.
She added, 'We're always looking to treat our fans with new products, so we hope they'll enjoy this meat-free option which offers that great KFC taste our fans know and love.'
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- Significant changes made to current NCCN testing recommendations increase access to testing for historically underserved populations -
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As a result of recent research revealing that a significant number of colorectal cancer patients with actionable variants are missed under previous genetic testing guidelines, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) announced new guidelines calling for testing to be available to all patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Specifically, NCCN recommended that germline multigene panel testing should be offered to all individuals with CRC age <50 and be considered for all others, particularly for, but not restricted to, those with evidence of mismatch repair in their tumor or suggestive family history. These new recommendations expand the current testing criteria, which limited testing to certain age groups and types of cancer.
The new NCCN guidelines follow recent landmark studies published in JAMA Oncology and Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology by Invitae and Mayo Clinic supporting universal genetic testing for all cancer patients, regardless of cancer type, age, stage or family history. The data showed that nearly 1 in 6 colorectal cancer patients had inherited gene mutations that increased their risk of cancer. Additionally, more than 10% of patients in the study had changes to their cancer treatments based on genetic testing findings – many of whom would have been missed by previous limited testing guidelines. The study also found that patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer at a younger age were more likely to have heritable genetic changes linked to an increased risk of cancer.
The new NCCN guidelines have the potential to impact millions, as colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer and an estimated 5 million people worldwide currently live with colorectal cancer according to the American Cancer Society. The lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer according to ACS is about 1 in 23 for men and 1 in 25 for women, and there's recently been an increase in incidence among people younger than 50 years old. Understanding risk and implementing screening strategies is essential to early detection and better outcomes for patients.
"As the medical community's understanding of genetic links to cancer evolves, genetic testing guidelines must evolve with it," said Robert Nussbaum, M.D., chief medical officer of Invitae, who co-authored a letter in January 2022 to the NCCN formally requesting universal germline testing for patients with CRC be added to their guidelines. "In addition to excluding older people from receiving access to medically actionable information about their disease, previous guidelines were based on studies with an overrepresentation of individuals of European origin, potentially biasing and exacerbating existing disparities to those of non-European background."
"The number of genes with targeted therapeutic or clinical management implications for colorectal cancer has significantly increased in recent years," Dr. Nussbaum continued. "At the same time, genetic testing has become more affordable. These new guidelines will help identify more patients and their family members who might benefit from genetic assessment."
"The INTERCEPT study supports the use of universal germline genetic testing for patients with colorectal cancer, and has shown the clinical impact of this strategy in targeted therapy implementation, personalized clinical management and cascade family testing for prevention. The NCCN update will improve access for patients with colorectal cancer to the gene-directed precision care they need," Jewel Samadder, M.D., enterprise co-leader precision/individualized cancer medicine, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center.
In addition to recommending testing be either offered or considered for all diagnosed colorectal cancer patients, the NCCN guidelines recommend subsequent cascade testing of family members of colorectal cancer patients who have pathogenic variants identified in cancer risk genes. "This is one of the biggest challenges related to germline multigene panel testing for all colorectal cancer patients," explained Ed Esplin, M.D., Ph.D., FACMG, FACP, clinical geneticist at Invitae and a co-author of the INTERCEPT study. "Alerting other family members to be tested to determine increased risk and implementing more intensive surveillance could lead to earlier diagnosis, significantly higher chance of curative treatment and ultimately, prevention of colorectal cancer entirely for those at increased risk."
About Invitae
Invitae Corporation (NYSE: NVTA) is a leading medical genetics company, whose mission is to bring comprehensive genetic information into mainstream medicine to improve healthcare for billions of people. Invitae's goal is to aggregate the world's genetic tests into a single service with higher quality, faster turnaround time and lower prices. For more information, visit the company's website at invitae.com.
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TASE Concludes the Second Quarter with a 36% Increase in EBITDA Compared to the Corresponding Quarter Last Year;
Quarterly Revenues Increased by 8% with Growth Across All TASE Activity
- Revenues in the second quarter of 2022 totaled NIS 91 million, an 8% increase compared to the revenues in the corresponding quarter last year.
- Expenses reduced by 3% in the second quarter of 2022 compared to the expenses in the corresponding quarter last year.
- The profit in the second quarter of 2022 totaled NIS 14 million, compared to NIS 12 million in the corresponding quarter last year, an increase of 18% between the quarters.
- The adjusted EBITDA grew by 36% in the second quarter of the year, totaling NIS 36 million, compared to NIS 26 million in the corresponding quarter last year.
- The average daily trading volume of shares in the first half of 2022 totaled NIS 2.5 billion, an increase of 33% compared to the trading volume in 2021.
- In the first half, a total of NIS 14.4 billion was raised on TASE in shares - representing 54% of the total amount raised in the full year 2021, which was a record year.
- TASE announces today the joining of Jump Trading - one of Europe's top-tier international trading entities, which operates as a provider of liquidity and trades on multiple exchanges around the world - as a remote member on TASE.
TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ittai Ben Zeev, CEO of TASE (TASE: TASE), said today: "We are concluding another strong quarter, with notable growth in all core activities. TASE stands strong compared to leading global exchanges, as we are seeing a growing interest in TASE from international entities and investors alongside a growing involvement of the public, which is reflected, among others, in the impressive increase in the daily trading volumes of equity, which rose by 33% in the first half of the year, compared to last year. TASE continues to serve as an attractive and accessible capital raising channel, particularly in these challenging times, and is a significant growth engine for Israeli companies".
At the end of the first half of 2022, TASE remains strong compared to international exchanges. TASE's leading indices, TA-35 and TA-90 decreased by an average of 8.5%, a relatively moderate decrease compared to leading global indices. This is due, among others, to the macroeconomic conditions in Israel, the wide variety of securities listed on TASE and the balancing of the traded sectors, which place TASE well ahead of other exchanges. The TA Oil & Gas Index alone soared by 33% in the first half of the year, as a result of the surge in global oil and gas prices and the growing demand for the import of gas from Israel.
Equity trading volumes were particularly high in the first half of the year, with an average daily volume of NIS 2.5 billion, on the backdrop of the strong volatility in the market. This daily trading volume was 33% greater than the average trading volume in the full year 2021.
In the first half of the year, a total of NIS 14.4 billion was raised - representing 54% of the total amount raised in the full year 2021, which was a record year. This total includes 9 companies that performed IPOs in the first half of the year, raising a total of NIS 1.4 billion. Strong capital raising was also recorded in secondary offerings on the equity market, which totaled NIS 13 billion. Capital raising from the public on the corporate bonds market also remained strong at NIS 43 billion, representing close to 55% of the total capital raised from the public in the full year 2021. In total, 14 new companies joined TASE since the beginning of the year.
As part of the expansion of membership in TASE, with emphasis on international entities, TASE announces the joining of Jump Trading (Europe B.V.) as a remote member. Jump is among Europe's top-tier international trading entities, which operates as a provider of liquidity and trades on multiple exchanges around the world. The entry of international trading entities and the increase in the number of clients contributed to a steady demand for the connectivity, colocation and the London POP products, and TASE has recently upgraded the capacity of these services from London to Tel Aviv.
In addition, in the second quarter TASE started implementing its buyback plan for the acquisition of up to NIS 36 million over a period of six months. Accordingly, As of August 4, 2022, we repurchased 1,139 thousand shares, representing 1.11% of the outstanding shares of TASE for a total amount of 18.5 million Shekels. We will continue our purchases in the coming months until we complete the first stage of the buyback totaling 36 million Shekels.
Highlights of the results for the second quarter and the first half of 2022:
Revenue in the second quarter of 2022 totaled NIS 91.0 million, compared to revenue of NIS 84.6 million in the corresponding quarter last year, an increase of 8%. Growth was recorded across all activity items, including an increase in trading and clearing commissions (13% rise), listing fees and levies (10% rise), Clearing House services (8% rise), and data distribution and connectivity (14% rise). It should be noted that, in the second quarter of 2021, following the signing of an agreement between TASE and the Ministry of Finance, one-time income in an amount of NIS 3.8 million was included with respect to listing fees for government bonds listed in the lending pool.
Revenue in the first half of 2022 totaled NIS 188.7 million, compared to revenue of NIS 163.0 million in the corresponding period last year, a 16% increase. The increase in revenue stemmed mainly from increase in all activities, including a 15% increase in revenue from trading and clearing commissions, which totaled NIS 75.3 million in the first half, a 30% increase in listing fees and levies, which totaled NIS 45.0 million, a 12% increase in Clearing House services, which totaled NIS 35.7 million, and data distribution and connectivity, which increased by 14% between the periods, totaling NIS 29.4 million.
Costs in the second quarter of 2022 totaled NIS 68.1 million, compared to costs of NIS 70.4 million in the corresponding quarter last year, a 3% decrease. The decrease in the costs is due mainly to a reduction in marketing expenses (5% of total costs) as a result of the timing of performance of campaigns, which was partly offset by an increase in employee benefits expenses and an increase in the depreciation expenses (2% of total costs).
Costs in the first half of 2022 totaled NIS 141.6 million, compared to costs of NIS 136.1 million in the corresponding period last year, a 4% increase. The increase in the costs is due mainly to an increase in employee benefits expenses (2% of total costs) as a result of salary updates and provisions for bonuses, as well as to an increase in depreciation and amortization expenses (1% of total costs).
Net financing expenses in the second quarter of 2022 totaled NIS 3.4 million, compared to net financing income of NIS 1.3 million in the corresponding quarter last year. The transition to financing expenses this quarter resulted from a negative return of 1.86% on the Company's investments in marketable securities' portfolios comprising Israeli Government bonds, compared to a positive return of 0.73% in the corresponding quarter last year.
Net financing expenses in the first half of 2022 totaled NIS 8.6 million, compared to net financing income of NIS 1.5 million in the corresponding period last year. The transition to financing expenses in the first half of the year resulted from a negative return of 4.25% on the Company's investments in marketable securities' portfolios comprising Israeli Government bonds, compared to a positive return of 0.75% in the corresponding period last year.
Net tax expense in the second quarter of 2022 totaled NIS 5.2 million, compared to NIS 3.4 million in the corresponding quarter last year. The increase in expenses was due to the higher pre-tax profit and the reduction in the fair value of the Company's investments in government bonds for which deferred taxes were not created.
Net tax expense in the first half of 2022 totaled NIS 9.6 million, compared to NIS 6.6 million in the corresponding period last year. The increase in the quarter and the half-year was due to the higher pre-tax profit and the reduction in the fair value of the Company's investments in government bonds for which deferred taxes were not created.
The profit in the second quarter of 2022 grew by 18%, totaling NIS 14.2 million, compared to profit of NIS 12.1 million in the corresponding quarter last year. The increase in profit is due to an increase in revenue from services and a decrease in costs, which was offset by the transition to financing expenses and an increase in the tax expense, as described above.
The profit in the first half of 2022 grew by 33%, totaling NIS 28.9 million, compared to NIS 21.7 million in the corresponding period last year. The increase in profit is due to an increase in revenue from services, which was partly offset by the rise in expenses, a transition to financing expenses and an increase in the tax expense.
The adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter of 2022 grew by 36% compared to the corresponding quarter last year, totaling NIS 35.8 million, compared to NIS 26.2 million. The increase is due to an 8% rise in revenue as a result of the increase across all activity items and a 4% decrease in expenses, primarily with respect to the timing of marketing costs.
The adjusted EBITDA in the first half of 2022 totaled NIS 72.6 million, compared to NIS 50.8 million in the corresponding period last year, a 43% increase. The increase is due to a 16% rise in revenue, primarily as a result of the higher volume of activity, which was offset by a 3% increase in expenses, primarily employee benefits costs.
The adjusted profit in the second quarter of 2022 totaled NIS 14.3 million, compared to NIS 12.3 million in the corresponding quarter last year, an increase of 16%. The increase is due to an 8% rise in revenue as a result of the higher volume of activity and to a 3% decrease in expenses, primarily with respect to the timing of marketing costs, and was offset by a transition to financing expenses as a result of a negative return on the Company's investments in held-for-trade financial assets and an increase in the tax expense.
The adjusted profit in the first half of 2022 totaled NIS 29.2 million, compared to NIS 22.2 million in the corresponding period last year, a 31% increase. The increase is due to a 16% rise in revenue as a result of the higher volume of activity, which was offset by a 3% increase in expenses, primarily with respect to employee benefits and depreciation, and the transition to financing expenses as a result of the negative return on the Company's investments in held-for-trade financial assets and an increase in the tax expense as a result of losses on securities for which no deferred taxes were created.
TASE's equity as of June 30, 2022 totaled NIS 676.8 million, a 2% increase compared to December 31, 2021. The increase in the equity is due mainly to the profit of NIS 28.9 million in the first half of 2022, other comprehensive income of NIS 12.9 million and receipts from the sale of shares within the framework of the TASE ownership restructuring in an amount of NIS 5.5 million, less a dividend paid in an amount of NIS 22.7 million and buyback of company shares in an amount of NIS 9.9 million.
This notification does not supersede the stated in the periodic financial statements of the Company, which contain the full and accurate information.
Contact:
Yehuda van der Walde
EVP, CFO
+972-76-8160442
cfo@tase.co.il
Orna Goren
Head of Communication and Public Relations Unit
+972-76-8160405
tase.ir@tase.co.il
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WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Zofia Posmysz, a Polish World War II-era resistance fighter who survived the Auschwitz and Ravensbrück concentration camps and later became a journalist and novelist, has died at 98.
The Auschwitz-Birkenau state memorial museum said Posmysz died Monday in a hospice in Oświęcim, the southern Polish town where Auschwitz was located during Nazi Germany's wartime occupation of Poland.
She would have turned 99 in two weeks.
Posmysz, a Roman Catholic Pole, was born on Aug. 23, 1923, in Krakow.
She was 18 when she was arrested in 1942 for her association with the Polish resistance in Krakow. After spending more than two years at the Auschwitz death camp, she was deported to Ravensbrück and then later to Neustadt-Glewe, where she was liberated at war's end in 1945, the Auschwitz memorial said.
She returned to Poland after the war, working as a journalist, including for Polish radio, and writing several novels. Her most famous work was titled “The Passenger,” a novel that she first wrote as a radio play titled “the Passenger in Cabin 45.” It tells the story of an Auschwitz survivor who meets her former concentration camp guard on a ship voyage, and was the basis of a film and an opera.
In 2006, she was among the former prisoners who welcomed the German-born Pope Benedict XVI to the former Auschwitz camp. | https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/Polish-Auschwitz-survivor-novelist-Zofia-Posmysz-17359032.php | 2022-08-08T17:08:08Z | https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/Polish-Auschwitz-survivor-novelist-Zofia-Posmysz-17359032.php | false |
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a bill into law Friday aimed at providing Hoosiers relief from inflation.
Senate Bill 2 will give Hoosier taxpayers a $200 refund and will allow Hoosiers who didn’t file taxes to claim the credit on next year’s taxes.
The taxpayer refund was originally proposed by Holcomb in June. He wanted to give taxpayers a $225 refund using about $1 billion of the state’s $6 billion reserves.
He called a special session for legislatures to take action on his proposal starting July 6.
The bill will also put $1 billion toward the state’s teacher pension fund.
Senate Bill 2 also caps the state’s gas tax at $0.29 through the end of June 2023 and provides a sales tax exemption for children’s diapers.
The bill also creates the Hoosier Families First Fund with $45 million. This aims to provide social services for expecting mothers.
“The exemplary teamwork and seriousness of purpose put into each element of SEA 2 is a testament to the elected leaders who helped shape it,” Holcomb said in a statement. “I would like to thank Senator Travis Holdman, Chairman Doc Brown, and Representative Sharon Negele and the many other members from both sides of the aisle who contributed to the strength of the final product.”
State Sen. Fady Qaddoura, D-Indianapolis, said while he made an amendment to fund other areas, like K-12 education and maternal health, he voted for the bill to provide some help to Hoosiers.
Read more from WRTV here | https://wtlcfm.com/3287380/indiana-governor-signs-bill-to-give-taxpayers-200-refund-aimed-at-providing-inflation-relief/ | 2022-08-08T17:08:23Z | https://wtlcfm.com/3287380/indiana-governor-signs-bill-to-give-taxpayers-200-refund-aimed-at-providing-inflation-relief/ | false |
Locally-Owned Childcare Franchise Looks to Open 10 New Locations in the Next Year
DALLAS, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Adventure Kids Playcare – the hourly childcare franchise specializing in fun and flexible care options – is announcing plans to continue its national expansion by offering new franchising opportunities. Adventure Kids Playcare provides flexible scheduling and down-to-the-minute pricing, allowing parents the option to drop-off and pick-up on a whim while their children enjoy an adventure-filled experience. The brand currently has 17 locations operating throughout Texas, Washington and New Jersey, and aims to open 10 new locations within the next year.
Adventure Kids Playcare was founded by Dana Oliver in 2006, a single mother who, at the time, struggled to find dependable drop-off childcare in a clean and secure environment. After witnessing a desperate need for a flexible model within the childcare industry, Oliver decided to leave her successful corporate career to pursue developing her own concept. This decision gave birth to the idea of Adventure Kids Playcare, a childcare center created by moms for moms and focused on making a difference in the lives of the children it serves.
"People are getting used to operating on flexible schedules with the recent pandemic having transformed work and social schedules," said Dana Oliver, CEO and President of Adventure Kids Playcare. "Parents' lives don't fit into the nine to five mold anymore, which is how childcare centers have traditionally catered their model. Parents need reliable childcare that is available according to their changing schedules."
Adventure Kids Playcare provides parents of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years old various flexible childcare options including: drop-in childcare, educational classes, preschool and afterschool care, parties, events and evening and weekend care. With locations open until midnight on the weekends, parents can enjoy a night out while their children socialize with friends, make slime, create their own tie-dye shirts, and enjoy various theme nights like pajama parties, glow parties, and exploring their creative side! At Adventure Kids Playcare, children are encouraged to discover and pursue their own interests as they explore a multi-sensory environment, including dramatic play, blocks galore, video games, fine motor activities, and more, under the supervision of the Playcare Team.
"We have been experiencing a real increase in demand for flexible, drop-in childcare," said Oliver. "As parents continue to work from home and are happy about spending more time with their kids, there will always be that need for them to have a few hours of undistracted time to work, go workout, volunteer with the PTA, or enjoy lunch with friends. We strive to build happier families by giving children the space they need to learn and grow and give parents that sometimes, much-needed alone time."
Adventure Kids Playcare is now actively seeking individuals with a passion for children that want to own and operate a much-needed business in their local community. Potential franchisees can benefit from Adventure Kids Playcare's existing franchise network which has an established reputation, image, proven management practices and ongoing corporate support. The initial investment to open an Adventure Kids Playcare location typically ranges from $482,504.90 – $874,004.90.
For more information on Adventure Kids Playcare, or if interested in franchising opportunities, please visit https://adventurekidsplaycare.com/franchise/.
Adventure Kids Playcare offers a unique, "on-demand," drop-in childcare and entertainment center for kids ages 6 weeks – 12 years old. Kids can play, explore and learn in a safe and secure environment while their parents enjoy shopping, dining, running errands, or just relaxing, all with peace of mind. The brand currently has 17 locations open and operating throughout Texas, Washington and New Jersey, with more currently under development. For more information, please go to https://adventurekidsplaycare.com/.
Contact: Alec Miszuk, Franchise Elevator PR, (630) 484-0797, amiszuk@franchiseelevator.com
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MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Monday, August 8, 2022, the City of Monroe announced a community art project in conjunction with the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council that’s starting in Monroe, La. The Candy Company Mural Project will feature 13 local artists whose works will be displayed on panels located on the side of the world Ouachita Candy Company.
In June of 2022, the City of Monroe made the call for artists to submit their mural designs and a committee narrowed those submissions down to the following artists:
- Jason Byron Nelson
- Lissy Sanders Compton
- Shykeria Smith
- Keagan Vaughan
- Brooke Foy
- Inique Harris
- Morgan Tanner
- JaCera Francois
- Ashley Greer
- Callan Thompson
- Rae Tedeton
- Ashley Alford Dollar
- Daniel Myers
The artists will begin work no later than August 15, 2022, and will finish by September 15, 2022. A ribbon cutting will be held following the completion of the artists’ work. | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/top-stories/city-of-monroe-announce-the-candy-company-mural-project-mural-artists-listed/ | 2022-08-08T17:10:33Z | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/top-stories/city-of-monroe-announce-the-candy-company-mural-project-mural-artists-listed/ | true |
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials with the Mobile Police Department said they are investigating two deaths after they found a woman with multiple gunshot wounds and burns, and a man in a burning vehicle.
According to officials, at around 7:38 a.m. on Aug. 7, Mobile police and Mobile Fire-Rescue Department responded to the 2000 block of Osage Street, near St. Stephens Road, after they received reports of a woman who had severe burns and who had been shot multiple times. Paramedics transported the woman, 33, to a hospital where she later died of her injuries.
Officers and firefighters also found a car that was engulfed in flames at the location and firefighters were able to put it out. Once out, officers found a 48-year-old man who was dead.
Officials have not released the names of the victims and said they will once they notify next of kin. | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/woman-shot-man-left-in-burning-car-mobile-police/ | 2022-08-08T17:11:28Z | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/woman-shot-man-left-in-burning-car-mobile-police/ | true |
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, took to Instagram early Monday morning to roast comedian Pete Davidson.
The former “Saturday Night Live” actor and West’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, announced the end of their relationship this past Friday after dating for about 10 months.
Ye/West, who lives in Hidden Hills, mocked the split with a fake New York Times front page reading “Skete Davidson dead at age 28.”
At the bottom, in very small print, there’s a sentence that fires shots at the Yeezy designer’s former friend, rapper Kid Cudi. “Kid Cudi meant to play funeral but fearful of bottle throwers,” the line read. This referred to when Cudi stormed off the stage at the Rolling Loud music festival in Miami after fans threw things at him.
The “Donda” rapper and his reality star ex are currently in divorce proceedings. Ye lost the fifth lawyer on the case days ago, according to TMZ.
Ye and Kardashian tied the knot back in 2014. They have four children together: North, Saint, Chicago and Pslam. | https://www.cbs42.com/entertainment/kanye-west-mocks-pete-davidson-after-kim-kardashian-breakup/ | 2022-08-08T17:11:34Z | https://www.cbs42.com/entertainment/kanye-west-mocks-pete-davidson-after-kim-kardashian-breakup/ | true |
Dump truck overturns, spills its load in Wilkins Township
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WILKINS TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A dump truck crashed and overturned in Wilkins Township on Monday morning, spilling its load into a front yard.
The crash happened around 8 a.m. along Larimer Avenue.
The truck landed on its side in front of a home. There was no structural damage to the home, but the yard was a mess after the truck’s load spilled.
One person was taken to the hospital for injuries, emergency officials said.
Officials have not said what caused the crash.
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SEATTLE (AP) — Sue Bird was at the conclusion of her speech to the sold out crowd, nearly all of whom still remained, and decided — maybe hoped — this would not be the last time she would get to play in the city she’s called home the past two decades.
“I don’t really have that ‘Mamba Out’ moment,” Bird said referencing Kobe Bryant’s retirement speech. “I just want to say I love you, thank you so much and I’ll see you in the playoffs.”
The day set aside to honor Bird and her career with the Seattle Storm was slightly soured when the Las Vegas Aces pulled away late for an 89-81 win on Sunday. A’ja Wilson scored 29 points and Kelsey Plum added 16 including a key 3-pointer in the final minute.
But the result didn’t take away from the three hours where Storm fans, WNBA fans and the city of Seattle said thank you to Bird for her career as the face of the franchise. The largest crowd in Storm history packed Climate Pledge Arena honor Bird for her career as one of the best women’s basketball players ever.
Bird said while the day was recognition of her, it was also recognition of the players and coach she played with through her career and the accomplishments of the franchise.
“I think today was yes, an honor in honor of me and people showed up, showed out for sure. It really was amazing,” Bird said. “But I think it’s really, truly a celebration of Storm basketball because I am kind of Storm basketball.”
Unfortunately for Bird and Seattle’s fans, the Aces weren’t willing to play their part. Wilson dominated the first three quarters, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young both scored 15 and the Aces never trailed the final 28 minutes.
“I wasn’t trying to crash Sue’s party. She invited me,” Wilson joked.
Breanna Stewart finished with a season-high 35 points and Tina Charles added 19. Bird finished with nine points, six assists and four rebounds, but the result was much like the first game she played in Seattle 20 years ago — a defeat.
“I’m not going to lie, it kind of sucks to lose my last game. But you know what, I lost my first game too. So it’s OK,” Bird joked with the crowd after the final buzzer.
The outcome mattered and didn’t in the same breath. Both Seattle and Las Vegas were jockeying for playoff positioning, and for the Storm the loss was a knock to their chances of having home-court advantage in the first-round of the WNBA playoffs. The Aces locked up a top-four seed kept alive their hopes of catching Chicago for the No. 1 seed going into the final week.
But playoff position was entirely secondary to the focus of the day.
Bird is the WNBA record holder for assists and games played. Whenever this season ends, Bird will retire with five Olympic gold medals and at least four WNBA titles, to go along with the two championships she won at UConn.
“To be so good for so long,” said Las Vegas coach Becky Hammon, who was an opponent of Bird’s in her first WNBA game on May 30, 2002. “A lot of people you have nine to 10 years of being amazing. She’s been amazing for decades which is to me, remarkable.”
For the most part, Bird said she was able to keep emotions in check. She was surprised when leaving the locker room to take the court for pregame warmups and members of her family lined the hallway with fiancee Megan Rapinoe the final one in the receiving line.
An overwhelming wave seemed to hit her during a video tribute just before tipoff that included messages from Rapinoe, LeBron James, Russell Wilson, Chloe Kim, Lauren Jackson and Bird’s college coach Geno Auriemma, and roaring cheers from the 18,100 in attendance, the largest crowd ever for a Storm home game.
“We all know you’re not going away. I’m looking forward to what your next act is,” Auriemma said.
Bird said it felt a bit like a college senior night where all the ceremonies and emotional moments come pregame, “and then it’s like, ‘Oh, you gotta play this game.’”
“So in some weird way compartmentalizing this wasn’t that difficult,” Bird said. “Like a little moment where you glanced up at the jumbotron and it kind of all comes rushing back. But outside of a few moments feeling the emotions kind of build in those 40 minutes I didn’t really have to fight that off too hard.”
For now, Bird’s next act is trying to make sure the Storm play again on their home floor. Seattle is currently fourth in the standings and with the WNBA’s new playoff format, Seattle would end up hosting the first two games of its opening round series in the playoffs if it can hang on to that spot.
Seattle was without head coach Noelle Quinn after she tested positive for COVID-19 and was in the league’s health and safety protocols.
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MUIRFIELD, Scotland (AP) — After seeing a five-shot lead slip away in the final round, Ashleigh Buhai still managed to secure a first major title at the Women’s British Open.
Buhai kept her composure to beat In Gee Chun — and the setting sun — in a playoff at Muirfield on Sunday for her first career victory in an LPGA Tour event.
With the light fading, the South African golfer made a superb bunker shot on the fourth playoff hole to leave herself with a short par putt, while Chun settled for a bogey.
The 33-year-old Buhai calmly rolled in from less than three feet and then clutched her face in relief, before being drenched in water and other beverages by her entourage.
“I was surprisingly calm,” Buhai said about the clutch bunker shot that secured the victory. “My caddie said to me on the last one, I don’t want to brag, but she said ‘Show them why you’re No. 1 in bunkers this year.’ So, you know, she gave me the confidence. Maybe it’s got something to do with Muirfield and South Africans and bunker shots.”
Ernie Els also won the men’s British Open in a playoff at Muirfield in 2002 after a memorable bunker shot during the final round. This was the first time the Women’s British Open was played at Muirfield, a club that didn’t even allow female members until 2019 following a vote two years earlier.
Buhai made things a lot more difficult than they had to be, though.
She entered the final round with a commanding five-shot lead and was still three strokes ahead before a triple bogey on the par-4 15th that put her level with Chun.
Both players missed long birdie putts on the 18th as they settled for a playoff after finishing on 10-under 274.
“I know there are a lot of people in South Africa with lots of gray hairs right now after that 15th hole,” Buhai said. “But I’m very proud of myself, the way I dug deep and kept myself in it to get into that playoff.”
Buhai shot a 4-over 75 in the final round, while Chun carded a 70.
Hinako Shibuno of Japan, the 2019 champion, finished one shot back in third after missing a chip from just off the green that would have made it a three-way playoff.
Chun was in trouble on the first two playoff holes, but her short game bailed her out both times.
On the first, Chun sent her second shot into a bunker while Buhai found the heart of the green. But the South Korean hit a near-perfect bunker shot to within a few feet of the hole to salvage the par.
On the second, she needed to make an 8-foot bogey putt to stay in it after sending her second shot wide and then barely making it onto the green with a chip from the tall grass.
Buhai nearly won it on the third playoff hole, but her long putt for the win pulled up a few inches away from the hole.
For Buhai, the win more than made up for a near-miss at that 2019 Women’s British Open, when she led the event at the halfway stage at Woburn but finished fifth.
“Forgive me, there will be a few tears,” Buhai said during the trophy presentation. “Obviously there’s a lot of hard work and many years of dedication going into this.”
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I needed a way to provide ambient air intake and hot air export to reduce heat in my attic," said an inventor, from Tampa, Fla., "so I invented the ATTIC REFRESH. My design would conserve energy and reduce energy bills while keeping your attic space cool."
The invention provides an effective fan unit for attics. In doing so, it helps to reduce interior ambient hot air. As a result, it could enhance safety and it could provide energy savings. The invention features a practical design that is easy to install and use so it is ideal for residential and commercial settings. Additionally, a prototype model is available upon request.
The original design was submitted to the Tallahassee sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TLS-212, 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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Grading every NHL team's centre depth
Travis Yost's multi-series talent tiers feature continues this week, with a focus on the centre position. If you missed the opening week, we took a swing at grading the left wing and right wing positions.
By Travis Yost
Dubois says he never asked for a trade but remains vague on his future
Our multi-series talent tiers feature continues this week, with a focus on the centre position. If you missed the opening week, we took a swing at grading the left wing and right wing positions.
The competition at the centre position league-wide is extraordinary. So much of the league’s talent plays down the middle of the ice right now, and so the bar to clear for this position is much higher relative to their wing counterparts.
A couple of housekeeping notes before we get started:
1. I am going to be generous to the Boston Bruins here and assume the team executes on their plan to bring back both Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci, neither of whom have current contracts.
2. Players with consequential, long-term injuries and on long-term injured reserve are excluded from the depth charts, as we expect significant time to be missed. Two big names (and their respective teams) impacted by this: Tampa Bay’s Anthony Cirelli, and Washington’s Nicklas Backstrom.
To the tiers!
Tier 5, In Trouble: Arizona Coyotes, Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets
I don’t think much explanation needs to go into any of these three teams. Arizona and Columbus’ depth is utterly dire, a combination of journeymen skaters and young centres who haven’t shown much yet at the NHL level. It’s hard to envision a scenario, even in instances where both teams out-perform relative to expectations, where their centres are the ones driving the bus.
The Blackhawks are an interesting team in this scenario. It’s rather grim behind Jonathan Toews – the same Jonathan Toews that has been talked about as a likely trade candidate for a rebuilding Blackhawks organization. At his peak, Toews was perhaps the preeminent two-way centre, and as a trade option, his expiring contract ($10.5-million AAV) minimizes a buyer’s long-term risk. Which is a risk to consider. Toews turns 35 years old this season, and his numbers are on serious decline. Toews has just 30-goals in the past two seasons, and more concerning, teams are now scoring with high frequency against Toews’ line. Add it all up, and that’s how you end a season with opponents out-scoring the Toews’ line 57-45 at even-strength last year – a low-mark for his otherwise illustrious career.
Tier 4, Underperform: Buffalo Sabres, Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, Seattle Kraken, Washington Capitals
Across three position groups and, effectively, fifteen tiers, this group seems the most volatile. There is an awful lot of upside within some of these teams, and there is also a stunning lack of redundancy across most of the lineups. So if that upside isn’t materialized, or injuries start coming into play, these groups can look weak relative to the rest of the league. A brief thought on all seven:
- Buffalo: What is Tage Thompson? I’m not sure the Sabres get enough credit for resurrecting Thompson’s career. Thompson was on the fast-track to becoming a buried depth forward in this league; moving into the middle of the ice and gelling with the newly-acquired Alex Tuch. If Thompson becomes a reliable second-line centre, Buffalo’s (extremely lengthy) rebuild may actually accelerate.
- Dallas: This is a solid group, but it was concerning watching Jamie Benn’s line blown off the ice last year. The Stars conceded 3.2 expected goals against per-60 minutes with Benn on the ice, and real goals against rapidly accelerated. I wonder if we see Benn, now 33-years old, move around the lineup a bit more this year – him and Tyler Seguin have not played well together for some time now.
- Detroit: Upside in this group, but it’ll hinge on a couple of things: Robby Fabbri coming back from injury, and what the Red Wings decide to do further down the lineup. Derek Lalonde will have his choice between Pius Suter and Michael Rasmussen.
- Montreal: I actually considered this group for tier 3, because I think the marginal talent around the lineup acted as an anchor on an otherwise decent centre group last season. Nick Suzuki is a well-established top-six option by now; we’ll see if the Canadiens can bring some life back into Kirby Dach’s season in his third year, another player who couldn’t escape Chicago fast enough.
- Philadelphia: A real rebound season from Couturier is imperative. This roster is bad, but the centres are not. But returning from a serious back injury.is no small feat.
- Seattle: I expect 19-year old Matty Beniers to come right out of the frying pan and into the fire. The Kraken can insulate him a bit by feeding Yanni Gourde the tough match-ups. Normally I’m not one to get excited over teenagers with difficult early assignments, but Beniers was impressive in a 10-game stint last season.
- Washington: This is not a tier 4 group when Nicklas Backstrom is in the fold. But few players have as opaque a playing future as Backstrom, whose “hard surgery and uncertain recovery timeline” has to scare Capitals fans. They have enough depth to get by without him, but barely.
Tier 3, Solid: Anaheim Ducks, Calgary Flames, Carolina Hurricanes, Los Angeles Kings, Nashville Predators, Ottawa Senators, New York Islanders, Vancouver Canucks, Vegas Golden Knights, Winnipeg Jets
As usual, the mid-tier is generally comprised of lineups that are more top-heavy than their elite counterparts, or deeper lineups that don’t have the star power at the top.
Of the 10 teams, the one perhaps in the most precarious position are the Winnipeg Jets. Mark Scheifele and Pierre-Luc Dubois is a great 1-2 punch on paper, but reality may prove a bit different. For starters, it’s not entirely clear if Dubois is a part of this organization even in the short-term, with persistent trade clouds hanging over the 24-year old’s head. Dubois is a tremendously talented two-way attacker and, if traded, will command a significant haul of assets for the Jets. But a trade would likely put an unequitable burden on Mark Scheifele, and the returns from Scheifele over the last few seasons are mixed. He’s still producing offensively at a high-end rate, but both goals against per-60 (4.0) and expected goals against per-60 (3.6) were career highs, and not in a good way. In fact, last season was the first time in Scheifele’s career the Jets were out-scored at even-strength.
I think the Anaheim Ducks have breakout potential down the middle of the ice. Trevor Zegras’ rookie season was so strong he finished second in the Calder Trophy race, sandwiched between Detroit’s Mo Seider and Toronto’s Michael Bunting. Can the Ducks replicate Zegras’ success with an even younger Mason McTavish, who tore it up with the OHL’s Hamilton Bulldogs last season? If McTavish is the player the Ducks think they’re getting, this is a team with three very reliable centres and a possible upgrade candidate by the mid-year update.
Similarly, Ottawa is betting big that Shane Pinto – whose 2021-22 season was derailed by injury – has a big season behind Josh Norris and Tim Stutzle.
Tier 2, Outperform: Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche, Minnesota Wild, New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, Pittsburgh Penguins, San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues, Tampa Bay Lightning
Two teams are worth discussing off the top here, and that’s the Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning.
I mentioned earlier I was being generous in assuming Boston will be able to navigate their cap challenges and bring back both Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci. With both in the fold, Boston has one of the best centre groups in the league. Even with just Bergeron (still one of the best two-way players in the league, even at the ripe age of 37!), I’d make a similar argument. But the fate of this position now lie in the hands of Don Sweeney.
Tampa Bay is a tier one, no-doubt-about-it team with Cirelli (who plays both at centre and the wing) in the fold. But he’s coming back from a significant surgery and there is a possibility a four-to-six month recovery could spill into 2023. Like Boston, this is still one of the deepest teams in the league at the position: Stamkos can play everywhere, Brayden Point is a bona fide superstar, and players like Pierre Edouard-Bellemare and Nick Paul can well hang against bottom-six competition around the league. Even with Cirelli’s absence I considered this team for tier one status; they’ll surely be upgraded back to tier one by the mid-year update.
If Tampa Bay is the logical promotion candidate, then the team at the most risk of falling back into tier 3 would be Minnesota. Joel Eriksson Ek is fantastic, but it was Ryan Hartman’s breakout season – he scored 34 goals in a single season after scoring 58 total since 2014-15! – that elevated this team. For now. Whether the scoring sustains itself or not, there’s little doubt Hartman’s two-way awareness has helped linemate Kirill Kaprizov do what he does best, and that’s attack.
Tier 1, Elite: Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, Toronto Maple Leafs
What can you say about these three (four, if you count the aforementioned Lightning) teams? The talent down the lineups here is sickening if you’re a rival fan. Whether it’s the Connor McDavid/Leon Draisaitl tandem, the Auston Matthews/John Tavares pair in Toronto, or the three-headed monster in Florida, these groups are blisteringly effective and the primary reason why their teams have rocketed up the standings.
It is not worth spending any time on which group is the best. It’s clearly Edmonton’s. Not only would I take their top-six over any other tandem in the league, I think the Ryan McLeod and Derek Ryan tandem behind them is as good of depth as you could reasonably find with the first two guys commanding 25 per cent of the salary cap.
What’s more intriguing is who is second? Toronto has the next best 1-2 punch with Matthews and Tavares, but Florida’s Anton Lundell was a breakout year one player, with 44 points in his first 65-games. It’ll be curious to watch how his usage and that of Sam Bennett’s fluctuates over the course of the year; Bennett also had a career year in Florida, but breakout offensive seasons after a player hits the 400-game mark in his career are quite rare, and tend to regress back to a player’s average over time. And then there’s Tampa Bay, who will be right back in tier one when Cirelli returns.
If you made me pick, I think I’d order them as follows: Edmonton-Toronto- Florida, with a healthy Tampa Bay on par with the likes of Toronto. But I’d love to hear how you grade this mini-group out, because there is an absurd amount of talent across these depth charts.
That’s it for our centres. Up next, defencemen!
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Program highlights include decarbonization, building information management, artificial intelligence, resilience, sustainability, and building codes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The schedule for the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) annual meeting, Building Innovation 2022, has been finalized.
BI2022 is one of the premiere meetings for all who impact the built environment to find solutions. It takes place September 26-28, at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC.
Highlights from the BI2022 schedule include:
- Efforts to Decarbonize Building Sector are Scaling – Why and How Your Company Can Respond
- BIM Provides the Fuel for Data-Driven Change at the U.S. Department of State
- Data & AI in Construction
- Design for Resilience and Sustainability: Precast Protects Life and Resiliency and Zero Energy for Educational Facilities Case Study
- Resilient & Smart Interiors: Protecting Occupant Wellness and Reducing System Construction Costs
- Beyond Drawings: Engaging Owners and Users with Digital Twin & Mock-up Technologies
- Landscape of Federal and State Resilience Planning & Policies and the Role of Modern Codes and Standards
- Hazard Resilience & Building Codes in Action: Earthquake and Tornado Mitigation & Climate Change Adaptation Pathways
Stephen T. Ayers, FAIA, Interim CEO of NIBS, says the BI2022 agenda reflects the evolving topics that continue to shape the U.S. built environment.
"Building Innovation convenes the building industry to meet on critical topics, learn new technologies, and strategize for the future of our communities," Ayers said.
NIBS recently announced the keynotes who will lead the conference. They include:
- Deanne Criswell, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Kelly Alvarez Doran, Senior Director, Sustainability & Regenerative Design, MASS Design Group, and Director, Ha/f Research Studio, University of Toronto
- Stacy Smedley, LEED AP BD+C, Executive Director, Building Transparency, and Senior Director, Sustainability, Skanska USA Building
Building Innovation 2022 sponsors include the International Code Council, Dell Technologies, Tremco Construction Products Group, 84 Lumber, BSI, Session Board, Procore Technologies, Evolve Stone, PCI, Federal Emergency Management Agency, MADCAD, International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and industry supporters, Green Building Initiative, The Marshall Group, Ltd., ASTM International, and BOMA International. Building Enclosure is the BI2022 media partner.
Registration is free for members of the media wishing to attend Building Innovation 2022. Reach out to NIBS Social Media and PR Manager Christine Cube at ccube@nibs.org for details.
National Institute of Building Sciences brings together labor and consumer interests, government representatives, regulatory agencies, and members of the building industry to identify and resolve problems and potential issues in the built environment. NIBS is a non-profit, non-governmental organization. For more information, visit nibs.org or follow @bldgsciences on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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Elizabeth Evans and Rory O'Hara rank among elite group chosen from more than 3,500 applicants
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sanctuary Wealth, home to the next generation of elite advisors, proudly announces that two of its advisor partners have been named to the Forbes 2022 List of Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors Best-In-State. This year, over 3,500 advisors applied to be considered for the annual ranking, all of whom were researched, interviewed, and assigned a ranking based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative criteria.
The two honored Sanctuary Wealth advisors are:
- Elizabeth Evans, CFP® - Managing Partner, Evans May Wealth, Carmel, IN
- Rory O'Hara, CFP®, CRPC® - Founder, Senior Managing Partner, Ausperity Private Wealth, Moorestown, New Jersey
"Sanctuary Wealth was created for elite advisors yearning to become independent and find an environment that allows them to become business owners with the resources to support their growth and success," said Jim Dickson, CEO and Founder of Sanctuary Wealth. "We are thrilled that our message is resonating with the profession's next generation and to see our younger partners be honored to receive this well-deserved recognition and look forward to being there to witness their continued evolution."
This year, Elizabeth Evans was recognized by Forbes as the 24th ranked advisor for the 2022 America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors list. She has previously been named to the list as the number one advisor in Indiana and 43rd in the United States for 2021 after being featured on the list in 2019, 2018, and 2017 as well. She was named the number one Female Advisor in Indiana in America's Top Women Wealth Advisors list for 2022 and 2021 and was featured on that list in 2019. Additionally, Elizabeth was named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in 2022, 2021, and 2019, as well as a Top Wealth Advisor Mom by Shook Research and Working Mother in 2021, 2019, 2018, and 2017.
Rory O'Hara was ranked third in New Jersey on the Forbes America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors list in 2020 and was named one of Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in 2021.
The Forbes Next-Gen Wealth Advisors rankings, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criterion—mostly gained through telephone and in-person due diligence interviews—and quantitative data. Those advisors that are considered have a minimum of four years' experience, and the algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass the highest standards of best practices. Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK receive a fee in exchange for rankings.
About Sanctuary Wealth
Sanctuary Wealth (sanctuarywealth.com/) is the advanced platform for the next generation of elite advisors, who have the entrepreneurial spirit to build and own their own practices and desire the freedom to deliver the tailored service their clients deserve. Sanctuary Wealth's ecosystem of partnered independence provides a complete technology and operations platform, as well as support from a community of like-minded advisors and the resources of invaluable affiliated businesses. Currently, the Sanctuary Wealth network includes partner firms in 26 states across the country with approximately $25 billion in assets under advisement. Sanctuary Wealth includes the fully owned subsidiaries; Sanctuary Advisors LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, Sanctuary Securities, Inc. a FINRA member broker-dealer as well as Sanctuary Alternative Holdings, Sanctuary Asset Management, Sanctuary Insurance Solutions, Sanctuary Global, and Sanctuary Global Family Office.
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PITTSBURGH (AP)Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris enjoyed a breakout rookie season last year.
Harris has been slowed by a foot injury during his second training camp with the Steelers. But the brief summer setback has allowed Harris an opportunity to pause from the daily on-field training camp practice grind and expand his leadership role.
”It has been a blessing in disguise in a way … not to get hurt, but to see the other younger guys get more reps,” Harris said. ”It has been pretty frustrating, but it’s good though. There have been a lot of other guys who come in here and we get to see their skillsets.”
Last season, Harris led the NFL with 381 touches and finished second in yards after contact behind only Indianapolis’ Jonathan Taylor.
Harris, the No. 24 overall pick in 2021, certainly welcomes a heavier workload, but he’s also expressed his desire to see the Steelers find a complementary back.
Benny Snell and Anthony McFarland are the leading candidates to fill in behind Harris.
Snell, a 2019 fourth-round pick, is entering his fourth season with the Steelers. The 5-foot-10, 224-pound Snell has played in 46 games with five starts in three seasons. He has rushed for 892 yards and six touchdowns on 255 carries.
McFarland, a 2020 fourth-round selection, is entering his third year with the Steelers. The 5-foot-8, 193-pound change-of-pace back has appeared in 13 games.
”Anthony is really controlling the role he has and he’s really been making explosive runs,” Harris said. ”Benny, being the veteran, he’s a reliable guy and that’s the kind of stuff you expect from Benny. Anthony and Benny have been looking great all camp. I think everybody in the running back room has looked great all camp.”
Harris hurt his foot during the Steelers first padded practice and he’s missed the team’s last four workouts since. Harris shrugged of the severity of his injury on Saturday and noted that he’s been rehabbing his foot and swimming in the pool while sidelined.
”I wouldn’t be walking if it was serious,” Harris said. ”(But), I injured it and that’s why I’m not practicing.”
Harris enjoyed a Pro Bowl season as a rookie. He had 307 carries and 1,200 rushing yards in addition to 74 catches and 467 receiving yards, all tops among rookie running backs in franchise history. Harris led all NFL running backs in receptions and finished third among running backs in receiving yards.
In his second season, Harris hopes to fill an offensive leadership void left after two-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback Ben Roethlisberger retired during the offseason.
”I just want to be better than last year,” Harris said. ”Not stat-wise, but just as a person. I want to be someone the team can rely on. On-field wise, I think the expectation and the standard has already been set for what I need to achieve. We’ll wait until (the first game against) the Bengals for that to happen.”
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin also wants to see Harris take on a greater leadership role this season. But he doesn’t feel that will be an issue for the second-year running back.
”It is naturally in his wheelhouse,” Tomlin said. ”It is something that just oozes off of him. It’s just him. It’s in his personality. I imagine he’s been that on every team he’s ever been on in his lifetime, so it’s a natural act for him.”
NOTES: Friday night’s special practice at a local high school football stadium was canceled because of inclement weather and flooded field conditions forced the team to move Saturday’s workout from St. Vincent College back to Pittsburgh. The Steelers didn’t practice on Sunday. The Steelers have four practices before their first preseason game on Saturday at home against Seattle.
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USA Swimming cuts deal to simplify anonymous abuse reporting
By EDDIE PELLS
AP National Writer
DENVER (AP) — USA Swimming has added technology to its abuse-reporting systems that will allow better communication between investigators and reporters who want to remain anonymous. The organization announced a deal with RealResponse on international Safe Sport Day. One feature in RealResponse’s technology is the ability to exchange information with anonymous reporters via text. Though organizations can often act more decisively when victims or witnesses attach their names to reports, anonymous reporting is crucial because often victims fear retribution if their names become public. RealResponse has developed technology that allows reporters to file reports about abuse via text, and for those who receive the reports to follow up while the name of the reporter remains concealed. | https://kion546.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/08/08/usa-swimming-cuts-deal-to-simplify-anonymous-abuse-reporting/ | 2022-08-08T17:16:59Z | https://kion546.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/08/08/usa-swimming-cuts-deal-to-simplify-anonymous-abuse-reporting/ | true |
BNP announces two-day programme to protest fuel price hike
BNP on Monday announced a two-day programme in protest against the latest 'unjustified' hike in fuel prices, transport fares and the soaring prices of all essential commodities.
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir made the announcement at a public rally in front of the Party's Nayapaltan central office.
He said their programmes are also meant for registering the party's protest against the ongoing load shedding and the killing of two leaders of its associate bodies by police in Bhola.
As part of the programmes, Fakhrul said, the party will stage a protest rally in front of its Nayapaltan central office at 2pm on Thursday.
Besides, the party's all metropolitan city and district units will arrange protest rallies across the country on Friday, he said.
The BNP leader said their party will come up with greater programmes in the days to come to intensify their movement for ensuring the fall of the current regime they call as monstrous.
Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal arranged the rally in front of BNP's Nayapaltan central office, protesting the 'unprecedented' fuel price hike and the killing of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal's Bhola district unit president Noor-e-Alam and local Swechchasebak Dal leader Abur Rahim in police firing.
Speaking at the rally, Fakhrul slammed the government for the police raid on some leftist student organisations on Sunday during a protest against increased fuel prices at the city's Shahbagh.
He said Awami has now no other alternative to resorting to repressive acts and killing to hang onto power as it has got isolated from people. "But their days are numbered. They will be ousted through a fierce movement."
In an abrupt move, the government increased the prices of diesel, octane and petrol by 42.5 per cent, 51.7 per cent and 51 per cent respectively on Friday night. Currently, diesel is being sold at Tk 114 per litre, octane at Tk 135 per litre and petrol at Tk 130 per litre. | https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/politics/bnp-announces-two-day-programme-protest-fuel-price-hike-473890 | 2022-08-08T17:18:57Z | https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/politics/bnp-announces-two-day-programme-protest-fuel-price-hike-473890 | true |
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm a professional healthcare worker and I thought there could be a better way to disinfect patient bedpans," said an inventor, from Mitchell, Ontario, Canada, "so I invented the BED PAN BUDDY. My design would eliminate the problem of improperly sanitized bedpans, which can spread infections through direct contact."
The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to sanitize bedpans. In doing so, it offers an improved alternative to manual disinfecting methods. As a result, it saves time and effort and it helps to prevent contamination and the spread of germs. Additionally, the invention features a portable design that is easy to use and transport so it is ideal for hospitals, nursing homes and home health care settings.
The original design was submitted to the Toronto sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TRO-612, 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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(The Hill) – New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman released a pair of photos to corroborate reporting in her forthcoming book that White House staffers regularly found ripped-up printed paper clogging a toilet in the presidential residence during former President Trump’s administration.
The photos, shared with Axios on Monday, reportedly show small pieces of paper in a toilet in the White House and another from an overseas trip.
“That Mr. Trump was discarding documents this way was not widely known within the West Wing, but some aides were aware of the habit, which he engaged in repeatedly,” Haberman told the outlet.
Reports of Trump-era White House officials attempting to flush documents down toilets first surfaced in February, as reported in Haberman’s forthcoming book.
“You have to be pretty desperate to sell books if pictures of paper in a toilet bowl is part of your promotional plan,” a spokesperson for Trump told Axios. “We know … there’s enough people willing to fabricate stories like this in order to impress the media class — a media class who is willing to run with anything, as long as it anti-Trump.”
The National Archives confirmed in January that some of the documents it received from the Trump administration had been ripped up and taped back together.
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Gabby Petito’s family files claim alleging police failed her
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Gabby Petito’s family on Monday notified Utah officials of plans to file a wrongful death lawsuit alleging that police failed to recognize their daughter was in a life-threatening situation last year when officers investigated a fight between her and her boyfriend. The fight happened weeks before authorities say the boyfriend killed her while the couple was on a cross-country van trip.
The notice of claim contends police in the tourist town of Moab missed signs that Petito was the victim of domestic violence at the hands of Brian Laundrie on Aug. 12, 2021. The officers ultimately allowed the couple to leave after requiring them to spend a night apart.
Police body camera video from that day showing Petito, 22, visibly upset was widely viewed as the investigation unfolded and raised questions about whether a different police response could have prevented her death.
“If the officers had been properly trained and followed the law, Gabby would still be alive today,” said attorney James McConkie in a statement announcing the filing of the notice of claim.
Notices of claims are required before people can sue government entities, and the family’s claim said that the lawsuit will seek $50 million in damages.
Moab officials did not immediately respond to phone and email messages Monday seeking comment about the claim.
Petito was reported missing a month after that traffic stop, and her strangled body was discovered on Sept. 19 on the edge of Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming.
Laundrie, 23, later killed himself in Florida after being named the only person of interest in her death. Petito and Landrie were originally from Long Island, New York.
The search for Petito drew worldwide attention, spurring amateur sleuths to scour social media for clues. It also brought scrutiny of authorities and the news media, both of which have been criticized for focusing more attention on missing white women than on women of color.
Earlier this year, an independent investigation found that police in Moab made “several unintentional mistakes” when they came across Petito and Laundrie.
In the report, police said it was very likely that Petito “was a long-term victim of domestic violence, whether that be physically, mentally, and/or emotionally.”
Laundrie killed himself in a Florida swamp, leaving behind a notebook that authorities said contained a confession.
Petito’s mother, Nichole Schmidt, spoke about her daughter last week while announcing a $100,000 donation from the Gabby Petito Foundation to partner with the National Domestic Violence Hotline to help others survive turbulent and violent relationships.
Schmidt told The Associated Press in an interview last week that she still has many unanswered questions about what went wrong.
“Looking back, I didn’t really see any signs. I think the only two people that will ever know what happened in that relationship was Gabby and Brian. And we can guess and we can make assumptions, but we don’t really know what happened,” she added. “Most likely the scenario ended that way because something was happening for a while.”
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Folded Flag Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to honoring the legacy of America's fallen service members by helping their families with financial support for education, announced its Salute to Service Gala will be held Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, at The Pierre Hotel in New York City.
One hundred percent of the funds raised from the gala will go directly to providing educational scholarships to the spouses and children of our U.S. military who died in service to our country. Folded Flag selected this date as a way to honor the men and women who joined the military after the horrific events of Sept. 11, 2001.
Craig Barber, chief executive officer of O'Charley's, LLC, 99 Restaurants, LLC and Restaurant Growth Services, LLC, will serve as the gala emcee. Gen. Paul Kern, U.S. Army, Ret., who served as the Commanding General of the Army Material Command for 38 years, is this year's gala keynote speaker. His career blends technical expertise, combat operations, program management, policy development and advising to senior political leaders. Barber and Kern also serve on the board of trustees for The Folded Flag Foundation.
The evening will also feature a special performance by the NYPD Emerald Society, as well as a silent and live auction featuring exclusive and one-of-a-kind experiences. Guests will enjoy delicious food, a selection of Foley Family Wines and the opportunity to network with other attendees while raising money for Gold Star Families across the nation.
"Our Salute to Service Gala provides the opportunity for us to pay special tribute to and honor the thousands of lives that were lost and impacted as a result of the 9/11 attacks. We will never forget the heroism of those brave men and women who came to America's aid, and their sacrifices," said Kim Frank, president of The Folded Flag Foundation. "The legacies of these individuals and all of our nation's fallen service members are carried on by their families and loved ones. The Folded Flag Foundation is proud to offer educational scholarships to Gold Star families from across the nation."
The Folded Flag Foundation was formed in 2014 by businessman and NHL team owner Bill Foley as a way to honor the legacy of, and pay tribute to, our nation's fallen service members. For the 2022-23 school year, The Folded Flag Foundation awarded more than $3.25 million in educational scholarships to 750 recipients. These scholarships help cover the costs of tuition for K-12, college or trade school.
Tickets, tables and sponsorships are available for this event. For more information, please visit FoldedFlagFoundation.org/NYCGala.
The Folded Flag Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization committed to honoring the legacy of our fallen heroes by helping their families with financial support for education. The Folded Flag Foundation proudly gives 100 percent of ALL donations to families in need. Corporate sponsors Black Knight, Inc., ServiceLink, Fidelity National Financial (FNF) and Fidelity National Investment Services (FIS) underwrite all administrative costs. For more information on The Folded Flag Foundation, including how to make a donation to support its cause, please visit www.FoldedFlagFoundation.org.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a strain-free way to switch between seasonal tires in your garage or driveway," said an inventor, from Binbrook, Ontario, Canada, "so I invented the TIRE CHANGE BUDDY. My design helps to simplify the process and it reduces the risk of injury and strain."
The invention provides an easier way to switch between winter and summer tires. In doing so, it eliminates the need to directly lift and turn a heavy wheel/tire set for installation. In doing so, it increases convenience and safety and it reduces physical strain and struggle. Additionally, the invention features a practical design that is easy to use so it is ideal for do-it-yourselfers, automotive mechanics, etc.
The original design was submitted to the Toronto sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TRO-611, 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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The company appears well positioned to challenge CPU incumbents with high performance RISC-V CPUs and Vector Extensions to the open ISA architecture.
The RISC-V CPU Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) is emerging as a serious challenger to current CPUs based on proprietary architectures, creating new opportunities for chip designers and investors alike. While RISC-V first gained traction in the low-end embedded market, where the open ISA model afforded more cost-effective designs, RISC-V is now getting more wind in its sails due to performance and power efficiency, especially with vector enhancements. Behind all the RISC-V buzz, SiFive is the company that makes many of the innovations of the open-source CPU architecture available and so appealing.
In addition to open-source and computing efficiency, RISC-V now offers a well-designed, highly efficient vector processing extension which can enable significant acceleration in applications where large data sets need to be manipulated in parallel. We have published a research paper that dives more deeply into the advantages Vector extensions offer. This note explores the company’s role and directions.
RISC-V Benefits and SiFive’s Role
Silicon Valley startup SiFive has assumed the role of industry leadership and commercial IP innovation for the RISC-V movement, providing tested Intellectual Property (IP) and support for chip developers who incorporate RISC-V into their products.
RISC-V portends to offer an alternative to proprietary processor cores in a user-friendly licensing and development environment. The raw performance of the latest SiFive RISC-V implementation is rapidly closing the gap, but with lower power and smaller die area, and with no lock-in to a closed architecture. SiFive is further enhancing its portfolio with vector processing extensions that clearly differentiate the ISA from any other architecture.
SiFive is essentially the most visible and accomplished commercial steward of RISC-V, providing validated IP and support as well as open and proprietary enhancements to the RISC-V development community. With this open-standard approach and dependable IP, SiFive has garnered over 300 design wins with over 100 firms, including 8 of the top 10 semiconductor companies. With the addition of vector processing, we expect this trend to accelerate.
SiFive Strategy and Product Portfolio
In September 2020, SiFive announced it had hired CEO Patrick Little as the new President, CEO, and Chairman. Coming from Qualcomm where he led the company’s successful foray into the automotive sector, Mr. Little has sharpened the company’s business model on developing and licensing IP, selling the SiFive’s OpenFive SoC design business to AlphaWave for $210 million. The company subsequently raised $175 million in a Series F funding round at a $2.5 billion post-money valuation. The latest round brings SiFive's total venture funding to over $350 million and was led by global investment firm Coatue Management LLC. Existing investors Intel Capital, Sutter Hill, and some others joined this latest round.
In today’s heterogeneous world of Domain-Specific Processors, parallel processing of large data sets is a critical adjunct to scalar processing. While accelerators such as GPU’s and ASICs provide some incremental performance, they come at significant cost and generally require connectivity to CPU’s along with the cost of data transfers from the CPU to and from the accelerator. And each accelerator requires its own distinct programming model. Now with RISC-V, general vector processing in the CPU cores offers an alternative approach.
Vector processing, where instructions manipulate data across a large dataset of numbers, has been a foundation of high-performance computing since the Cray 1 supercomputer in 1975. RISC-V Vector extensions (RVV) enables RISC-V cores to process data arrays alongside traditional scalar operations to parallelize the computation of single instruction streams on large data sets. SiFive helped establish RVV as a part of the RISC-V standard and has now extended the concept in two dimensions.
Figure 2: The SiFive extensions to the RISC-V vector capabilities can dramatically increase performance and efficiency.
The SiFive Intelligence Extensions add new operations such as matmuls for INT8, BF16 converts and compute operations, and enable vector instructions to operate on a broad range of AI/ML data types, including BFLOAT16. The SiFive Intelligence Extensions also add support for TensorFlow Lite for Machine Learning models, reducing the cost to port AI models to SiFive based designs.
VCIX represents a strategic opportunity for SiFive
In a world of increasing heterogeneity, there is a large opportunity to help SoC and System-on-Package (SoP) designers build tightly integrated solutions. The SiFive Vector Coprocessor Interface Extension (VCIX) is a direct interface between the X280 and a custom accelerator, enabling parallel instructions to be executed on the accelerator directly from the scalar pipeline. The custom instructions are executed from the standard software flow, utilizing the vector pipeline, and can access the full vector register set.
The SiFive Processor Portfolio
The SiFive product portfolio is structured into three clearly differentiated product lines: the 32/64 bit Essential products (2-, 6-, and 7-Series) for embedded control/Linux applications, the SiFive Performance Series (the P200 and P500/P600 families) for high efficiency and higher performance, and the SiFive Intelligence Series (the X200 family) for parallelizable workloads such as Machine Learning at the edge and in data centers.
To capitalize on its advantage in vector processing, SiFive has built its vector capabilities into both the Performance P270 and the Intelligence X280 processors.
Early Adopters of the SiFive X280
SiFive X280 has already been adopted by several companies of note, including a Tier 1 semiconductor company and a US Federal Agency for a strategic initiative in the aerospace and defence sector. Another customer has selected the X280 for projects for its mobile devices and data center AI products. Similarly, a US company delivering autonomous self-driving platforms has selected the X280 for its next generation SoC. Of these opportunities, the last two could generate significant volumes, while the 1st could open more doors in the government sector.
On the startup front, we have already seen a number of SoC developers publicly announce their adoption of SiFive including Tenstorrent and Kinara (formerly known as DeepVision). Many are developing SoCs for AI acceleration, leveraging the vector processing of the X280 and complementing that with custom AI blocks. Tenstorrent tells us they are getting great support and that the cores are rock solid.
SiFive Development Tool Suite
For AI applications, SiFive supports an Out-of-the-box software and processor hardware solution with TensorFlow Lite running under Linux OS to run NN models in the Object detention, Image Classification, Segmentation, Text, and Speech domains. Existing models can be run with little porting effort with a broad range of optimized NN operators in both 32-bit Float and Quantized 8-bit precisions.
Applications that can Benefit from Vector Processing
From our perspective, we believe that parallel processing is transitioning from the tool of a few to the norm for many applications, especially as AI and Machine Learning become pervasive. And as Moore’s Law provides ever-diminishing returns, application developers still require more performance and Vector processing can provide the avenue for both higher levels of performance and better power efficiency especially with RISC-V. We see opportunities for RISC-V vector processing in multiple application domains including smart homes, telco, mobile devices, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, robotic control, and health care. The simplicity and elegance of RVV and the performance gains are powerful selling points.
Figure 5: The X280 processor supports a wide range of use cases.
Conclusions
We are impressed by the progress that RISC-V and SiFive has made in the last few years. The new product line positioning makes a ton of sense, the processors are beefier, the software stack is getting much better and the vector extensions are impressive, both the open source RVV and the AI extensions the company has included in the Intelligence Series X280. The CPUs are relatively high performance with excellent scalability and power efficiency due to the simplicity that stems from the efficient RISC-V ISA and clever extensions. SiFive has also recently disclosed the intention of releasing an even higher performance P600 Series class Out-of-Order core with RISC-V vector compute in the near future.
Finally, the commitment to and leverage of the open-source community is perhaps RISC-V and SiFive’s most important value they can offer as an alternative to Arm, especially for designers looking to build SoC solutions for Domain-Specific Architectures. | https://www.forbes.com/sites/karlfreund/2022/08/08/sifive-is-leading-the-way-for-innovation-on-risc-v/ | 2022-08-08T17:27:05Z | https://www.forbes.com/sites/karlfreund/2022/08/08/sifive-is-leading-the-way-for-innovation-on-risc-v/ | true |
T-Rex® Brute Force® tape takes it one step further by having four-time World's Strongest Man Brian Shaw put it to the test
AVON, Ohio, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- T-Rex® brand makes it official…again! After coming out on top against competitive tapes around the globe, the brand is proud to announce the ferociously strong T-Rex® Brute Force® tape has secured the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the strongest duct tape for the second consecutive year.
To reaffirm its strongest duct tape title, T-Rex® Brute Force® – designed for tough projects that require intense strength, durability and power – was put through a strength test* against the top 10 competitive duct tapes of similar material and quality claims from around the world. The remarkable results show that Brute Force® produced a tensile strength at break of 273.1 pounds per inch – outperforming the other tapes by more than 50 percent*.
After winning one strength test, T-Rex® Brute Force® tape didn't stop there. The brand teamed up, once again, with four-time World's Strongest Man** Brian Shaw to showcase the tape's ability to endure and persevere through any challenge – including pulling a 55,000 pound fire truck with just one loop of tape and carrying a chain yoke through mountainous terrain, proving the product's extreme strength is unmatched. Check out all the pulls and stunts at T-RexTape.com/Strongest.
"Setting the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for a second consecutive year is a monumental moment for T-Rex® Brute Force® tape. While we felt confident that we had the strongest duct tape, now we've put it through a series of tough challenges that demonstrate it," said Ashley Luke, senior product manager at Shurtape Technologies, LLC, the company that markets the T-Rex® brand. "Achieving this coveted title and partnering with Brian Shaw reinforces that this tape will hold up to any pressure you put it up against."
Brute Force® is built with Forge-Link™ extreme tensile technology and an aggressive, double-thick adhesive with a durable waterproof backing so it can quickly secure, fasten and hold all sorts of materials for any project, whether that's pulling trucks or simple repairs at home.
To learn more about T-Rex® brand's two-time GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title or for details on T-Rex® Brute Force®, visit T-RexTape.com/Strongest.
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Asurion® Repair Experts Provide Fast Fixes on Phones, Tablets, Laptops, and More
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new electronics repair shop, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, has opened in Menomonee Falls at N95W 18419 County Line Road. The store offers professional fixes for most consumer electronics, from smartphones, tablets, and computers to game consoles, smart speakers, drones, and more.
While common repairs include cracked screens, battery issues, and water damage, the company's repair experts have fixed millions of devices and can help with most any tech mishap, and many basic repairs can be completed in 45 minutes or less.
"A computer that won't start or a tablet that won't charge is more than just an inconvenience," said Dustin Boertman, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions District Manager. "At Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions, we understand your devices are tools to engage with others, which is why we take the work we do seriously. We're here to serve our community for all electronics repair needs and get their devices back up and running in a timely manner."
The store's expert repair technicians fix all kinds of technology, regardless of make or model, and the store is an authorized repair provider for Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones. Customers can book a repair appointment online or stop by the store for walk-in service. The store offers free, no-obligation diagnostics on all gadgets, as well as a 1-year limited warranty on all repairs. It even offers a price match guarantee on any local competitor's regularly published price for the same repair.
The new Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions store brings the company's retail footprint to more than 750 locations across the U.S. Formerly known as uBreakiFix®, all U.S. locations will rebrand as Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions throughout 2022.
"We are excited to serve people in Menomonee Falls with fast and affordable tech repair," said Dave Barbuto, CEO of Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions. "We all rely on our phones and laptops more than ever before, and our mission is bigger than repairing shattered screens and broken charge ports. We fix tech because people depend on it to stay connected to things that are important to them. I look forward to serving this community through our new location."
The new store is located at:
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions
N95W 18419, County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
(262) 509-4277
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, formerly known as uBreakiFix®, is the retail brand operated and franchised by a subsidiary of tech care company Asurion®. As the world's leading tech care company, Asurion eliminates the fears and frustrations associated with technology to ensure its 300 million customers get the most out of their devices, appliances, and connections. Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions stores specialize in the repair of consumer technology, including smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers, and nearly everything in between. Asurion Tech Repair and Solutions repair experts fix cracked screens, software issues, camera issues, and most other tech mishaps at more than 750 stores across the U.S. The stores provide fast, affordable fixes for nearly any device type, regardless of make or model, including authorized repairs for Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy smartphones.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Authorities investigating the killings of four Muslim men said they are looking for help finding a vehicle believed to be connected to the deaths in New Mexico's largest city.
A Muslim man was killed Friday night in Albuquerque, and ambush shootings killed three other Muslim men over the past nine months. Police are trying to determine if the slayings are linked.
The common elements in all the deaths were the victims' race and religion, Deputy Police Cmdr. Kyle Hartsock said.
Police said the same vehicle is suspected of being used in all four homicides — a dark gray or silver four-door Volkswagen that appears to be a Jetta with dark tinted windows. Authorities released photos hoping people could help identify the car.
Investigators did not say where the images were taken or what led them to suspect the car was involved in the slayings.
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"We have a very, very strong link," Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller said Sunday. "We have a vehicle of interest … We have got to find this vehicle."
Police said Saturday that the victim in the latest killing was from South Asia and believed to be in his mid-20s.
The man, whose identity has not been confirmed by investigators, was found dead after police received a call of a shooting. Authorities declined to say whether the killing was carried out in a way similar to the other deaths.
Police confirmed last week that local detectives and federal law enforcement officers were looking for possible ties between the killings.
Two of the men — Muhammed Afzaal Hussain, 27, and Aftab Hussein, 41 — were killed in the past week. Both were from Pakistan and members of the same mosque. The third case involves the November killing of Mohammad Ahmadi, 62, a Muslim man of South Asian descent.
Authorities said they cannot determine if the shootings were hate crimes until they have identified a suspect and a motive.
"We will bring this person or these persons to justice," Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said Sunday.
This morning's top headlines: Monday, Aug. 8
The Senate has approved Democrats' big election-year economic package. The legislation is less ambitious than President Joe Biden’s original domestic goals. But it embodies deep-rooted party dreams of slowing global warming, moderating pharmaceutical costs and taxing big corporations. Debate began Saturday and went around the clock into Sunday afternoon. Democrats had swatted down some three dozen Republican efforts to torpedo the legislation. Biden is urging swift House passage, and the House seems on track to provide final congressional approval when it returns briefly from summer recess on Friday.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden have arrived in Kentucky to meet with families who have suffered from historic flooding there. At least 37 people have died after last month's deluge, and flooding remains a threat with more thunderstorms in the forecast this week. Biden previously visited Kentucky in December after a tornado whipped through the state, killing 77 people. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and his wife, Britainy, will join Biden, who has increased federal assistance to the state to help its recovery. The White House says the floods and extreme weather around the country are reminders of the intensifying effects of climate change.
The Republican matchup in the Wisconsin gubernatorial race in Tuesday's primary elections features competing candidates endorsed by former President Donald Trump and his estranged vice president, Mike Pence. Democrats are picking a candidate to face two-term GOP Sen. Ron Johnson for control of the closely divided chamber. Meanwhile, voters in Vermont are picking a replacement for U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy, as the chamber’s longest-serving member retires. In Minnesota, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar faces a primary challenger who helped defeat a voter referendum to replace the Minneapolis Police Department with a new Department of Public Safety.
The white man who fatally shot Ahmaud Arbery after chasing the 25-year-old Black man in a Georgia neighborhood has been sentenced to life in prison for committing a federal hate crime. Travis McMichael was sentenced Monday by a U.S. District Court judge in the port city of Brunswick. His punishment is largely symbolic, as McMichael was previously sentenced to life without parole in a Georgia state court for Arbery’s murder. McMichael and his father armed themselves with guns and used a pickup truck to chase Arbery after he ran past their home on Feb. 23, 2020. Neighbor William “Roddie” Bryan joined the pursuit and recorded cellphone video of McMichael shooting Arbery with a shotgun.
With a cease-fire between Israel and Palestinian militants holding after nearly three days of violence, Gaza’s sole power plant resumed operations. That came as Israel began reopening crossings into the territory Monday. Israel also lifted security restrictions on southern Israeli communities after the Egyptian-mediated truce took effect late Sunday. It was the worst round of violence since an 11-day war between Israel and Hamas last year. Since Friday, Israeli aircraft had pummeled targets in Gaza while the Iran-backed Palestinian Islamic Jihad militant group fired hundreds of rockets at Israel. The Palestinian Health Ministry said 44 Palestinians were killed. Islamic Jihad said 12 were militants. Israel said some of the dead were killed by misfired rockets.
China says it is extending threatening military exercises surrounding Taiwan that have disrupted shipping and air traffic and substantially raised concerns about the potential for conflict. Military leaders say the exercises will include anti-submarine drills, apparently targeting U.S. support for Taiwan in the event of a potential Chinese invasion. China has said the exercises involving missile strikes, warplanes and ship movements crossing the midline of the Taiwan Strait are a response to U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to the self-ruled island last week. China has ignored calls to calm the tensions, and there was no immediate indication when it would end what amounts to a blockade.
At least nine people were wounded — none critically — in a shooting outside a Cincinnati bar early Sunday, police said. The shooting took place shortly after 1:30 a.m. outside Mr. Pitiful’s bar in the Ohio city’s Over-the-Rhine district, a popular nightlife area. Police said eight men and one woman were wounded, mostly in the lower extremities. The University of Cincinnati Medical Center said nine people were treated and released. Police said an officer fired one round at a suspect who fled the scene, but it was unclear if that person was hit. Mayor Aftab Pureval called the gunfire “completely and totally unacceptable.”
Kevin Harvick got his groove back, fittingly at one of his favorite tracks. Harvick ended a 65-race winless drought that lasted nearly nearly two years with his sixth victory at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday. The No. 4 Ford pulled away from Bubba Wallace and the rest the field following a restart with 35 laps to go. The Stewart-Haas Racing driver took advantage of clean air, helping him coast to his 59th victory. Wallace finished second in his No. 23 Toyota followed by Denny Hamlin in his No. 11 Toyota. | https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/albuquerque-police-seek-car-in-killings-of-4-muslim-men/article_48f119c6-2b36-51e3-a1d6-f9bf8f2d328a.html | 2022-08-08T17:30:53Z | https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/albuquerque-police-seek-car-in-killings-of-4-muslim-men/article_48f119c6-2b36-51e3-a1d6-f9bf8f2d328a.html | true |
A JetBlue airplane clipped the wing of another jet at New York’s LaGuardia Airport on Sunday.
CNN reported that the JetBlue airplane’s left wingtip struck the right wingtip of a Southwest Airlines plane that was parked at an adjacent gate.
The Federal Aviation Administration was not guiding the aircraft on the ground at the time of the incident, the FAA told CNN.
No injuries were reported.
"We are aware that an aircraft belonging to another airline came in contact with a portion of the wing of a Southwest Airlines aircraft that was parked at a gate at New York's LaGuardia Airport," Southwest Airlines said in a statement to CNN. "There were no Crew Members or Passengers onboard at the time and the aircraft is now out of service to allow our Teams to make necessary repairs." | https://www.ksby.com/news/national/jetblue-southwest-jets-clip-near-laguardia-airport-gate | 2022-08-08T17:32:52Z | https://www.ksby.com/news/national/jetblue-southwest-jets-clip-near-laguardia-airport-gate | true |
NORMAN, Okla. — An Oklahoma college football coach announced his resignation over the weekend for reading an offensive word aloud during a film session.
Cale Gundy, who had been with the University of Oklahoma football program first as a player in 1990, then joining the coaching staff in 1999, announced his resignation on social media late Sunday night.
In a lengthy statement, Gundy explained that he resigned after reading aloud a word from a player's iPad that he “should never — under any circumstance — have uttered."
“Last week, during a film session, I instructed my players to take notes,” the 50-year-old coach said. “I noticed a player was distracted and picked up his iPad and read aloud the words that were written on his screen. The words displayed had nothing to do with football. One particular word that I should never — under any circumstance — have uttered was displayed on that screen.”
Gundy said he was "horrified" after realizing what he had just said out loud.
“What I said was not malicious; it wasn’t even intentional,” Gundy wrote. “Still, I am mature enough to know that the word I said was shameful and hurtful, no matter what my intentions.”
Sooner Nation, thank you. pic.twitter.com/BYBOjObGna
— Cale Gundy (@OU_CoachGundy) August 8, 2022
Gundy, who is the brother of Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy, coached wide receivers for the past seven seasons coaching wide receivers, the Associated Press reported.
Sooners coach Brent Venables, who is in his first year as head coach after being hired in December, issued a statement saying he had accepted Gundy's resignation “with sadness.”
"He’s dedicated more than half of his life to Oklahoma Football and has served our program and university well,” Venables said. “We’re thankful for that commitment. We also acknowledge that in stepping aside, he’s placed the program and the welfare of our student-athletes first. In coaching and in life, we’re all accountable for our actions and the resulting outcomes.”
Statement from head football coach Brent Venables: pic.twitter.com/aXe3ak9uza
— Oklahoma Football (@OU_Football) August 8, 2022
Venables added that L’Damian Washington would coach the wide receivers on an interim basis.
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Former Alabama coach and player Ray Perkins, who died in 2020, suffered from the degenerative brain disease known as CTE.
An in-depth New York Times piece - which included comments from family members - reports Perkins is one of three men known to have died from CTE who played on Paul “Bear” Bryant’s 1965 championship team. And, according to the report, there are at least two others whose families suspect they developed the disease.
Ken Stabler, who died in 2015, and Paul Crane, who died in 2020, are confirmed to have had CTE. Meanwhile, Steve Bowman died in 2017 and is suspected of having it, while Dennis Homan is suspected of living with it.
The New York Times reports in the months before Perkins’ death, his family was open to letting scientists study his brain once he was gone. He was found to have chronic traumatic encephalopathy, which is a neurological disorder linked to blows to the head.
“In my heart, I knew he had it,” Lisa Perkins, Perkins’s widow, said in an interview with The New York Times.
CTE can only be diagnosed post mortem, but, in many cases, confusion, memory loss, violent episodes, in addition to steep declines in communication and decision-making skills are all associated with the condition in patients before their death.
“But his symptoms became far more pronounced and frequent — so much so, his family said, that he noticed them and would grow upset. He would show flashes of fury and defiance. He struggled with speaking. He apologized to a daughter, Shelby, for his failing memory.
‘“I went outside, and I started crying,” his other daughter, Rachael Perkins, recalled of the minutes after the exchange. “In that moment, I thought, ‘On my wedding day, he’s not going to know who I am.’”
Perkins, who died at 79, coached at the pro and college levels for more than 40 years. He is best known among college football fans as the man who succeeded Paul “Bear” Bryant as head coach at Alabama.
Perkins coached the Crimson Tide for four seasons from 1983-1986 and put together a record of 32-15-1 during that time, including a 3-0 record in bowl games.
He left Alabama following the 1986 season to coach the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He also coach the New York Giants prior to taking the Alabama job.
From 1964-66 he was a wide receiver at Alabama. During this time in Tuscaloosa, Alabama compiled a 30-2-1 record, including two national championships and three SEC titles.
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MOAB, Utah — Gabby Petito's family announced plans on Monday to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the Moab City Police Department.
In a press release, lawyers representing Joseph and Tara Petito and Nichole and Jim Schmidt claim that officers failed to adequately respond to the Aug. 12 domestic dispute between Gabby and her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, just weeks before authorities say he killed her.
"While the full evidence has not yet been made public, when it is released, it will clearly show that if the officers had been properly trained and followed the law, Gabby would still be alive today," attorney James McConkie said in the release.
Police body camera footage, which captured the aftermath of the Aug. 12 dispute, shows Petito, visibly upset, describing a physical fight between her and Laundrie.
Petito explained that Laundrie was frustrated with her, locked her out of their van and told her to "go take a breather." She goes on to tell officers that she hit her fiancé because he was telling her to "shut up."
Laundrie's response was to grab her arm and face, Petito said in the video.
"He, like, grabbed me with his nail and I guess that's why it looks...definitely I was cut right here [points to cheek] because I can feel it. When I touch it, it burns," Petito told officers, according to the press release.
Petito's family claims that an additional photo, which has not yet been released to the public, shows a close-up of their daughter's face "where blood is smeared on her cheek and left eye."
During a news conference on Monday, Gabby's mother, Nichole Schmidt, described watching the video as "very painful."
"I wanted to jump through the screen and rescue her," she said.
The responding officers, Eric Pratt and Daniel Robbins, ultimately determined the incident was more of an emotional break or anxiety attack and arranged for the couple to separate for the night to calm down.
An independent investigation into the officers' response found that Pratt and Robbins made "several unintentional mistakes" and it was likely that Petito “was a long-term victim of domestic violence, whether that be physically, mentally, and/or emotionally.”
Investigators said the dispute should have been classified as domestic violence and followed up on. They recommended both officers be placed on probation and receive domestic violence training.
Officers Pratt and Robbins are named as defendants in the notice of claim along with Chief Bret Edge, Assistant Chief Braydon Palmer and the Moab City Police Department.
The family plans to seek $50 million in damages for claims, including the defendants' negligent failure:
- to understand and enforce the law of the state of Utah,
- to investigate Brian's self-evidently false claims during their interviews with him,
- to properly train the officers to investigate domestic violence situations
- and to properly asses the circumstances, including to identify Brian as the true primary aggressor.
Petito's family is also bringing wrongful death claims against the defendants.
“The purpose of this lawsuit is just one part of the family’s broader effort to raise awareness and education...to protect victims of domestic violence and to help make sure that our governmental institutions are held to account," attorney Brian Stewart said at the news conference.
Stewart said the family wants to ensure that law enforcement has the proper resources and training materials “to prevent tragedies such as this one from happening again.”
"Use her story, learn from it," Gabby's father, Joe Petito, said. "Use her as the light that she was to us."
Notices of claims are required before people can sue government entities. Stewart explained that the government has 60 days to respond before the family moves forward with filing the lawsuit.
10 Tampa Bay reached out to the City of Moab which declined to comment on "pending litigation."
Gabby Petito was found dead in September in Bridger-Teton National Forest days after she was reported missing. Authorities say Laundrie later killed himself in Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park, leaving behind a notebook in which he confessed to her murder.
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Last chance to request absentee ballot for upcoming elections
Published: Aug. 8, 2022 at 12:03 PM CDT|Updated: 32 minutes ago
OKLAHOMA (KSWO) - The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming Primary Run-offs and Special Elections is Monday, August 8.
All requests must be submitted on Monday by 5 p.m. to the local County Election Board.
Residents may also request an absentee ballot online, by clicking here.
Early voting for the upcoming elections will be held August 18 and 19, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, August 20, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m..
Election Day will be held Tuesday, August 23, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m..
For more information on upcoming elections, click here.
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OMAHA, Neb — On Wednesday, the Douglas County election commission began sending out early voting request cards.
Commissioner Brian Kruse says most people should have them by now, but they do look different than in past elections.
Kruse says they sent out more than 170,000 of these cards and wants to emphasize that voters must sign the card before sending it in. He says to consider filling out the optional contact information, which could help voters and the election commission.
The cards are usually green, however, because of supply chain issues, they are white this year but still have green boxes on the postcards to try and the user’s eye.
"There is a spot on there for a phone number or an email. Those are for internal use only. We never share those with anybody, but we really appreciate if voters do one or the other. Because if we have a problem we need a way to contact them," said Kruse.
Kruse says about 1% to 2% of early voting ballots do not get counted because of an error, but if they have contact info or the voter turns in the ballot before election day, they can be sure your vote is counted.
Forms can be returned at any of the 13 drop boxes in Douglas County. Ballots will be mailed out Oct. 3.
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Some of the Love Island stars from this year's show proved their bond is stronger than ever as they enjoyed a group day out at a music festival in the summer sunshine.
The stars in question included Danica Taylor, 21, Coco Lodge, 27, Summer Botwe, 22, Mollie Salmon, 23, Chyna Mills, 23, Jazmine Nichol, 21, Lacey Edwards, 25, Jay Younger, 28, Billy Brown, 23, and Josh Le Grove, 22.
The group dressed to the nines as they showed up at We Are FSTVL, which was presented by British clothing retailer Pretty Little Thing, and it had performances from artists such as Craig David, Tyga, Mabel, Chipmunk and Yungen, to name a few.
Dancer Danica, 21, who clawed her way to sixth place in Love Island after a very rocky road to finding love, confidently struck a pose in a black string bikini top and a cream belted mini skirt, which she styled with a pair of trainers, as she held a fan to cool off in the scorching temperatures.
The rest of the girls also turned up the glamour, with Coco Lodge sporting a similar look to Danica in a tiny black bikini top and a white skirt with thigh-high lace-up boots, whilst Mollie, Chyna and Jazmine rocked shorter ankle versions of the lace-up boots.
Some of the girls were there for two days, with Chyna rocking a skimpy hot pink number on day one of the festival, before showing off a stomach-baring blue tie-dye cover up worn over a matching bikini on day two.
Jazmine also stunned in a bright green outfit and Mollie rocked a cow-print dress, whilst Lacey Edwards was also seen in various Instagram stories in a pale blue denim mini-dress.
Summer Botwe, meanwhile, sported a cut-out black top and shorts on one occasion and wide-legged white trousers over a red bikini on another.
Danica's former Love Interest Jay Younger, 28, showed off his chiseled abs in a short sleeved white shirt - worn open - which he teamed with a pair of navy shorts and sparkling white trainers. Billy Brown also showed off his abs in a leaf-print co-ord outfit, whilst Josh Le Grove sported a red basketball vest and shorts.
Coco and Summer looked like they'd put last week's spat behind them, after they exchanged catty words at the filming of Love Island: The Reunion on Thursday, August 4.
After the rumour mill had been spinning, viewers finally got to see what the fight was about, after the episode aired on ITV2 on Sunday night.
After Darren Harriott had asked Summer, Billy, Josh and Coco if there had been any dalliances between the former Islanders since they left the villa, Summer said: “I know someone who wishes they would have got with someone, but we move…”
As the audience in the studio responded, Coco could be seen shaking her head as she commented: "It’s all B******t.”
She then told Summer: “Oh it’s only banter. If you can’t handle a big personality don’t go on reality TV.”
Summer then quickly jabbed back: “Friends don’t say certain things, but alright.”
As Coco continued to shrug it off, Summer decided to escalate things further as she ominously added: "If you wanna talk about you, we can..."
Summer has since confirmed that she and Josh are no longer dating and are just friends, as she gave the update in an Instagram stories post.
She wrote: "Thank you for all the love and support after the reunion show, it never goes unnoticed.
"To clarify the 'argument' between me and Coco was heavily edited and there was more to it than met the eye.
"I would also like to clarify that me and Josh are only friends and haven't decided to pursue things romantically at this time."
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OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kutak Rock announces today that it has earned accreditation for its information security capabilities by the Association of Corporate Counsel's (ACC) Data Steward Program. This accreditation follows the firm's ISO 27001 Information Security Management System certification 2019 announcement and 2022 renewal, further demonstrating its commitment to meet and exceed current and prospective clients' information security expectations and requirements. ACC accreditation requires independent validation of a firm's security self-assessment, and for in-house counsel this added assurance inspires a high degree of trust and can eliminate the need for compliance audits.
The ACC Data Steward Program is designed to assess, benchmark, and accredit law firms on their information security capabilities, utilizing industry-standard information security controls specifically selected for client data security at law firms. In an innovative assess-once/leverage-many model, law firms' security capabilities are evaluated and made available to clients on an always-up-to-date platform, doing away with client-managed annual security reporting and evaluation. The ACC Data Steward Program aims to save both in-house teams and law firms tremendous time and resources over current questionnaire/spreadsheet processes.
Elise Dieterich, Kutak Rock's internal Information Security & Privacy Counsel, remarks, "ACC's Data Steward Program solves a significant point of pressure for law firms and in-house counsel alike. For our firm, the opportunity to complete a single, comprehensive data security assessment, validated by an independent auditor, and share it with current and prospective clients at no charge to them takes the burden off the client to conduct its own assessment, as well as freeing up our IT resources for proactive security measures. Becoming ACC Accredited assures our clients and prospective clients their data is safe with us."
The ACC Data Steward Program is free for in-house counsel and information security professionals, including those who are not currently ACC members. They can request a link directly from Kutak Rock granting access to the firm's security score and validated results, or they can register with the Data Steward Program and gain access to a single or multiple law firms' information.
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is a global legal association that promotes the common professional and business interests of in-house counsel who work for corporations, associations, and other organizations through information, education, networking, and advocacy. For more information about the Data Steward Program, see www.accdatasteward.com
With a footprint spanning 19 offices in 14 states and the District of Columbia, Kutak Rock's 550+ attorneys work seamlessly to provide clients excellent, responsive legal services. The firm's multidisciplinary practice comprises more than 25 areas of focus and dozens of discrete specialties. For more information, see www.KutakRock.com
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'I wish I'd known the effect it would have on my body': Sarah Jayne Dunn reveals it took her a year to recover after traumatic birth - as she details how severe scarring affected her confidence and sex life
Sarah Jayne Dunn revealed that it took her over a year to feel normal again after having a difficult birth with her son.
The former Hollyoaks actress, 40, shares six-year-old son Stanley with her fitness trainer husband Jonathan Smith.
The star has now opened up about the health problems she had which were triggered by birth and how they affected her confidence and sex life.
'It was really affecting my life': Sarah Jayne Dunn revealed that it took her over a year to feel normal again after having a difficult birth of her son
The model told fans while speaking on Mother Bodies podcast that the NHS needs to prepare mums about the realities of life after giving birth.
The Hot and Bothered podcast host also added that women should be given the honest truth about how long it takes to recover after welcoming a child.
Sarah said: 'I didn't feel like there was anyone that I could really reach out to other than going to the GP.
Family: The former Hollyoaks actress, 40, shares six-year-old son Stanley with her fitness trainer husband Jonathan Smith
'And for them, it was not a big problem. Whereas for me, it was really affecting my day to day [life].'
She added: 'There's all this emphasis on getting your body back to certain shape or size but actually nobody talks about the medical implications and how difficult they can be.
'I never, never expected to, a year after having Stanley, be still having issues that had arisen from the birth.'
'I wish I'd known': The star has now opened up about the health problems she had which were triggered by birth and how they affected her confidence and sex life
While Sarah was in labour Stanley got stuck and a separate issue with her placenta caused her to be rushed into surgery and given immediate stiches.
Around eight out of ten new mothers have stitches for a tear or surgical cut, like Sarah had.
She revealed that the scarring caused her pain and problems for over a year especially in everyday activities like going to the toilet leaving her wishing she had 'prepped for what might happen'.
'I wish there were more resources': The model told fans while speaking on Mother Bodies podcast that the NHS needs to prepare mums about the realities of life after giving birth
'It's different for everyone': While Sarah was in labour Stanley got stuck and a separate issue with her placenta caused her to be rushed into surgery and given immediate stiches
She said: 'I thought I might just be a bit uncomfortable sitting down for a few weeks… I wish I'd known how much of an effect it would have on my body,'
'I had quite a lot of problems with the scarring with sensitivity. So then obviously [that causes issues] moving forward in your relationship, with sex and things like that.'
She said although some women didn't want to hear 'horror stories', many would benefit from knowing the full facts.
'I wish there were more resources - and openness - around the longevity of the postnatal [recovery time].
Wow: She revealed that the scarring caused her pain and problems for over a year especially in everyday activities like going to the toilet leaving her wishing she had 'prepped for what might happen'
'It's different for everyone, but you don't know how long it's going to take. And there were a lot of issues that I didn't anticipate, that did go on for at least a year.
'It would be nice to be more informed and just to have those resources available, whether you want to look at them or not, to know that they're there would be great.'
Sarah, who gave birth in 2016 to her son, repeatedly returned to her GP trying a variety of treatments but she said she became better after returning to strength training which Stanley was 18 months old.
The actress and OnlyFans star is also a trained postnatal fitness instructor and said how 'shocked' she was by the lack of information for mums regaining their physical strength safely.
Opening up: She said although some women didn't want to hear 'horror stories', many would benefit from knowing the full facts (pictured in 2016)
Sarah said she was given a leaflet about pelvic floor exercises in hospital and due to her training she knee how important that is but nothing else was mention.
She added: 'There was no one saying, "This is really important"
'And that shocked me because I knew how important that part of the postnatal journey really is for you moving forward.'
Sarah recently collaborated with fellow OnlyFans model Rhian Sugden to create an X-rated podcast that will discuss 'sex, fetishes and roleplay'.
Speaking about the risqué venture Sarah exclusively told MailOnline: 'I'm super excited to launch my new podcast, Hot and Bothered.
New project: It comes after Sarah Jayne (left) and Rhian Sugden, 35, (right) revealed they have launched an X-rated podcast about 'sex, fetishes, roleplay'
'It seemed like a natural progression after the success of my OnlyFans account to continue the conversation around confidence and empowerment and give people an insight into the OnlyFans world.'
The close friends are both successful models in their own right, with Rhian being a former Page 3 girl and glamour model as well as appearing in lads mags including Zoo, Nuts and Maxim.
Sarah was sensationally sacked from the Channel 4 show in a row over OnlyFans as she refused to give up her money-making X-rated subscription account.
She explained how she struggled financially during the coronavirus pandemic and wanted a stable form of work to rely on.
When asked if it has been worth it, Sarah said: 'Yes is the short answer. This not something I've done on a whim, I'd been thinking about it for months prior to launch. Lockdown is one of the biggest reasons, it was difficult for all of us.
'The uncertainty of knowing what was going to happen after, would I have a job to go back to? Financially it was difficult.
'It was during that time I thought I needed something else that I can do that I can be creative and in control of. That's where thought process came from. It's been great. No regrets. It's changed my life.'
The Mother Bodies podcast interview with Sarah Jayne Dunn is available at: https://podfollow.com/mother-bodies.
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By SCOTT BAUER
Associated Press
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican candidate for governor Rebecca Kleefisch is downplaying Donald Trump’s endorsement and rally for her opponent on a final campaign push across Wisconsin, declining to respond to the former president’s criticisms. Kleefisch faces Trump-endorsed Tim Michels in Tuesday’s primary, with the winner advancing to face Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. Trump derided Kleefisch as the “handpicked candidate of the failed establishment” during a Friday night rally for Michels in suburban Milwaukee. When asked at an early morning campaign stop Monday whether she had any comment on Trump’s criticisms, Kleefisch responded: “No thoughts that I can share.”
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BOSTON — David McCullough, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author whose lovingly crafted narratives on subjects ranging from the Brooklyn Bridge to Presidents John Adams and Harry Truman made him among the most popular and influential historians of his time, has died. He was 89.
McCullough died Sunday in Hingham, Massachusetts, according to his publisher, Simon & Schuster.
“David McCullough was a national treasure. His books brought history to life for millions of readers. Through his biographies, he dramatically illustrated the most ennobling parts of the American character," Simon & Schuster CEO Jonathan Karp said in a statement.
A joyous and tireless student of the past, McCullough dedicated himself to sharing his own passion for history with the general public. He saw himself as an everyman blessed with lifelong curiosity and the chance to take on the subjects he cared most about. His fascination with architecture and construction inspired his early works on the Panama Canal and the Brooklyn Bridge, while his admiration for leaders whom he believed were good men drew him to Adams and Truman. In his 70s and 80s, he indulged his affection for Paris with the 2011 release “The Greater Journey” and for aviation with a best-seller on the Wright Brothers that came out in 2015.
Beyond his books, the handsome, white-haired McCullough may have had the most recognizable presence of any historian, his fatherly baritone known to fans of PBS’s “The American Experience” and Ken Burns’ epic “Civil War” documentary. “Hamilton” author Ron Chernow once called McCullough “both the name and the voice of American history.”
A non-academic, McCullough was not loved by all reviewers, who accused him of avoiding the harder truths about his subjects and of placing storytelling above analysis. “McCullough’s main weakness is one he shares with Truman: he occasionally fails to wrestle with the moral complexities of policy,” Walter Isaacson once wrote in Time magazine. Interviewed in 2001 by The Associated Press, McCullough responded to criticism that he was too soft on Truman and others by saying that “some people not only want their leaders to have feet of clay, but to be all clay.”
But even peers who found flaws in his work praised his kindness and generosity. And millions of readers, and the smaller circle of award givers, welcomed him above all others. For years, from a wireless cottage on the grounds of his house on Martha’s Vineyard, McCullough completed works on a Royal Standard typewriter that changed minds and shaped the marketplace. He helped raise the reputations of Truman and Adams, and he started a wave of best-sellers about the American Revolution, including McCullough’s own “1776.”
McCullough received the National Book Award for “The Path Between the Seas,” about the building of the Panama Canal; and for “Mornings on Horseback,” a biography of Theodore Roosevelt; and Pulitzers for “Truman,” in 1992, and for “John Adams” in 2002. “The Great Bridge,” a lengthy exploration of the Brooklyn Bridge’s construction, was ranked No. 48 on the Modern Library’s list of the best 100 nonfiction works of the 20th century and is still widely regarded as the definitive text of the great 19th century project. Upon his 80th birthday, his native Pittsburgh renamed the 16th Street Bridge the “David McCullough Bridge.”
McCullough also was a favorite in Washington, D.C. He addressed a joint session of Congress in 1989 and in 2006 received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Politicians frequently claimed to have read his books, especially his biographies of Truman and Adams. Jimmy Carter cited ``A Path Between the Seas″ as a factor in pushing for the 1977 treaties which returned control of the Panama Canal to Panama. Barack Obama included McCullough among a gathering of scholars who met at the White House soon after Obama was elected.
The historian was non-partisan for much of his life, but spoke out against Donald Trump in 2016, leading a group of historians that included Burns and Chernow in denouncing the Republican presidential nominee as a “monstrous clown with a monstrous ego.” McCullough also had one emphatic cause: education. He worried that Americans knew too little about history and didn’t appreciate the sacrifices of the Revolutionary era. He spoke often at campuses and before Congress, once telling a Senate Committee that because of the No Child Left Behind act “history is being put on the back burner or taken off the stove altogether in many or most schools, in favor of math and reading.”
McCullough was active in the preservation of historical regions. He opposed the building of a residential tower near the Brooklyn Bridge and was among the historians and authors in the 1990s who criticized the Walt Disney Company’s planned Civil War theme park in a region of northern Virginia of particular historical significance.
“We have so little left that’s authentic and real,” McCullough said at the time. “To replace what we have with plastic, contrived history, mechanical history is almost sacrilege.” | https://www.12news.com/article/news/nation-world/pulitzer-winning-historian-david-mccullough-dead-at-89/507-2de09b0d-4b53-4159-bd07-64f57c264422 | 2022-08-08T17:48:37Z | https://www.12news.com/article/news/nation-world/pulitzer-winning-historian-david-mccullough-dead-at-89/507-2de09b0d-4b53-4159-bd07-64f57c264422 | false |
By SCOTT BAUER
Associated Press
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican candidate for governor Rebecca Kleefisch is downplaying Donald Trump’s endorsement and rally for her opponent on a final campaign push across Wisconsin, declining to respond to the former president’s criticisms of her. Kleefisch faces Trump-endorsed Tim Michels in Tuesday’s primary, with the winner advancing to face Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. Trump derided Kleefisch as the “handpicked candidate of the failed establishment” during a Friday night rally for Michels in suburban Milwaukee. When asked at an early morning campaign stop Monday whether she had any comment on Trump’s criticisms, Kleefisch responded: “No thoughts that I can share.”
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JAKARTA, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 8th, Chinese automaker Wuling celebrated the Indonesian production rollout of its first global electric vehicle, the Air ev (right-hand drive version). This marks an important milestone for Wuling New Energy in global outreach as it achieves one million production models. Mr. Airlangga Hartarto, Coordinating Minister of Economic Affairs, and Mr. Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, Minister of Industry, Indonesia, together with Chinese ambassador to Indonesia Lu Kang, attended this launching ceremony.
Based in China, Wuling New Energy has sold more than 1 million vehicles in 5 years, marking it the leading new energy automobile company in worldwide which reached this target the fastest. Joining the global market push, the Air ev will accelerate expansion in global markets, with the first stop in Indonesia. Moving forward, the Air ev will enter India, Egypt, and more regions around the world, asserting China's status as a leader in smart automotive manufacturing.
The Air ev rollout aligns with the 'blue ocean' market focus of the Chinese "Belt and Road" initiative and acts to represent China's strengths in intelligent manufacturing. As the best-selling Chinese car brand in Indonesia, the Indonesian government noted the great importance of the development of Wuling. In preparation for the global launch, the Air ev will be on display at the Indonesian International Auto Show on August 11th.
Garnering international recognition and praise, the Air ev is set to upgrade the world's perception of "Made in China." In November 2022, the G20 summit will be opened in Bali, Indonesia, and due to its superior-quality travel experience and commitment to environmental sustainability, the Air ev has been chosen as the official vehicle for the 2022 G20 Summit. Wuling will demonstrate the innovative achievements of China's intelligent manufacturing on a global stage, adding value to the summit to be a complete success.
Wuling New Energy drives development with innovation. The company is set to make every effort to advance on its overseas activities, continuing to bring high-quality new energy vehicles and service experiences to global car owners whilst demonstrating the high-tech capabilities of "Made in China."
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Founded in 2002, SGMW owns two high valued Chinese car brands, "Wuling" and "Baojun". At present, SGMW has five major production bases: Liuzhou Hexi Headquarters, Liuzhou Baojun Base, Qingdao Branch, Chongqing Branch, and PT SGMW. In 2021, SGMW sold 1,760,176 units, up by 13.5 percent year-on-year, making it not only the No. 1 national car brand in terms of sales volume, but also has been well-recognized by more than 25.5 million customers. SGMW exported 145,550 units/set of vehicles and spare parts in 2021, covering more than 40 countries and areas, like Central and South America, Africa, Middle East and Southeast Asia.
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Truitt House, located in downtown Suffolk's Historic District just off Main Street, goes to the auction block Friday August 19 at 11 am.
NAPLES, Fla., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ELITE AUCTIONS, a leader in luxury real estate auctions and marketing, announced the latest addition to its lineup of luxury residential, commercial, and undeveloped real estate listings selling at auction without reserve.
Going to the auction block August 19 is the Truitt House, an 8,500 sq-ft mansion built in 1909 for wealthy lumber businessman George W. Truitt and restored over a decade ago by its current owner who recently converted it into a bed and breakfast.
In the late eighties, 204 Bank St was registered as a Historic Site on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places.
The residence was recently listed at $1.2 million according to publicly-accessible real estate data sources.
Some of the more notable features of the home include its nine fireplaces, four of which are marble, a large ballroom on the third floor that was converted into a massive owner's suite, an octagonal study, crystal chandeliers, an upstairs musician's mezzanine, and a butler's pantry that boasts 200+ year-old cypress countertops.
The mansion's over-built, bank-like construction was a rarity among private residences of the time and make it unique among others in Suffolk's Historic District: Steel beams in the basement and elsewhere, along with walls of brick, four bricks thick.
Commenting on the announcement, Randy Haddaway, founder and CEO of Elite Auctions said, "This incredible home is known to the people of Suffolk and to people that come to stay here at the bed-and-breakfast from far and wide as a very special place. It was built for a special person, one of the town's first millionaires, in fact, and it was built to withstand just about anything life could throw at it."
Tara McLean, Elite's president and project manager for the upcoming auction says the massive estate was clearly built to make and to leave a lasting impression on everyone who sees it.
"And the home still does that today, and it will continue to do so long into the future. The Truitt House deserves the place of prominence it has occupied for more than a century, both geographically speaking, as well as in the hearts and minds of the people of Suffolk."
Truitt House, at 204 Bank St, is available for public and private tours weekends from 1 pm until 4 pm beginning Saturday, August 6 through Sunday, August 14. To pre-register to bid, or to schedule a tour, call 844-94-ELITE or email bid@eliteauctions.com.
The auction will be held on-site at the property, Friday, August 19, 2022, at 11 am EDT, with registration beginning at 9 am. Remote bids will be accepted by phone. Broker participation is encouraged.
ELITE AUCTIONS has marketed more than $2 billion of high-value property and luxury yachts for auction with no reserve, accelerating the sale of more than $450 million in luxury assets. Its luxury home auction team is dedicated to helping sellers achieve the best value for their property and secure a sale quickly.
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ST. LOUIS – Through Monday, Aug. 15, 112 Schnucks stores will host a “Shop Out Hunger” food drive to support food pantries, homeless shelters and transition houses in every community that Schnucks serves.
Those wishing to donate should look for collection volunteers or a donation bin at the front of each store.The most requested non-perishable items include canned goods, cereal, pasta and peanut butter. | https://www.theintelligencer.com/news/article/Midwest-Schnucks-open-food-drive-through-Aug-15-17359013.php | 2022-08-08T17:52:01Z | https://www.theintelligencer.com/news/article/Midwest-Schnucks-open-food-drive-through-Aug-15-17359013.php | false |
OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kutak Rock announces today that it has earned accreditation for its information security capabilities by the Association of Corporate Counsel's (ACC) Data Steward Program. This accreditation follows the firm's ISO 27001 Information Security Management System certification 2019 announcement and 2022 renewal, further demonstrating its commitment to meet and exceed current and prospective clients' information security expectations and requirements. ACC accreditation requires independent validation of a firm's security self-assessment, and for in-house counsel this added assurance inspires a high degree of trust and can eliminate the need for compliance audits.
The ACC Data Steward Program is designed to assess, benchmark, and accredit law firms on their information security capabilities, utilizing industry-standard information security controls specifically selected for client data security at law firms. In an innovative assess-once/leverage-many model, law firms' security capabilities are evaluated and made available to clients on an always-up-to-date platform, doing away with client-managed annual security reporting and evaluation. The ACC Data Steward Program aims to save both in-house teams and law firms tremendous time and resources over current questionnaire/spreadsheet processes.
Elise Dieterich, Kutak Rock's internal Information Security & Privacy Counsel, remarks, "ACC's Data Steward Program solves a significant point of pressure for law firms and in-house counsel alike. For our firm, the opportunity to complete a single, comprehensive data security assessment, validated by an independent auditor, and share it with current and prospective clients at no charge to them takes the burden off the client to conduct its own assessment, as well as freeing up our IT resources for proactive security measures. Becoming ACC Accredited assures our clients and prospective clients their data is safe with us."
The ACC Data Steward Program is free for in-house counsel and information security professionals, including those who are not currently ACC members. They can request a link directly from Kutak Rock granting access to the firm's security score and validated results, or they can register with the Data Steward Program and gain access to a single or multiple law firms' information.
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is a global legal association that promotes the common professional and business interests of in-house counsel who work for corporations, associations, and other organizations through information, education, networking, and advocacy. For more information about the Data Steward Program, see www.accdatasteward.com
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A much-loved restaurant in the heart of Cardiff is shutting its doors to the public after ten years serving up some delicious and, as per their own description, "utterly authentic" Catalan food and wine to grace Wales' capital.
The cafe and deli opened in Canton in 2012 and is owned and run by Catalunya-born Montserrat Prat who wanted to raise awareness of the importance of sourcing, origins of food and producers and have maintained that ethos since its opening (read our review just weeks after it opened, here).
But now Montserrat and her team, who have created a truly authentic Catalan experience in ambience and taste with La Cuina - are closing the doors of the postage-stamp-sized restaurant after experience importing products and getting staff, has proved difficult.
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Montserrat told WalesOnline: "We have sustained this idea of ethical sourcing whenever possible during these 10 years of trading, and this had driven our approach throughout. [Then] Brexit was implemented and things have changed substantially. Although we try to source some products locally whenever we can, the nature of our project is Mediterranean and Catalan food, and importing is essential, and we have done it ourselves throughout.
"This has become very difficult since the implementation of borders and the end of free trade with Europe, and has eroded our flexibility to import small quantities as one of the changes is that you cannot mix pallets from different producers, which is catastrophic for small enterprises like ours."
Montserrat, who has poured herself into the La Cuina, adding that she had not seen her family as much as she should have in the past decade, also said that employing staff from the areas La Cuina specialises in, is a 'closed road'.
She said: "Another aspect of Brexit that has impacted us profoundly is personnel. Although we haven’t been short of people so far, I can foresee the difficulties in the near future. It’s very difficult to find people in this sector, where most employees have been from abroad. In the past, I used to contact family, friends or producers in Catalunya or other parts of Spain, and I would always find someone who was willing to come to Cardiff to study English, or to do further studies, working for us part-time. This is now, for a small business, a closed road."
Over the weekend the restaurant released a statement on its social media account confirming some devastating news for their fans and followers, with the caption: "Diolch yn fawr. Gràcies. Thank you."
Posting to Instagram and Twitter, the restaurant, famous for their pork three ways, rabbit and stunning lamb dishes, wrote: "Dear customers, friends and neighbours, Next month our project will pass the threshold of its first decade. With this anniversary we want to say thank you to everyone: without your support La Cuina would not have existed. It's been a pleasure to see full tables of enjoyment, hardworking teams, and to experience that evening rush of adrenaline. But it is also an appropriate moment to bow out as La Cuina will permanently close its doors to the public on Saturday 3rd September."
The statement continued: "Thank you customers for making this project possible, thank you to all the members of our team for bringing so much of themselves into the flavours, the fun, the atmosphere, the good humour and the relaxed feel that La Cuina has wanted to create.
"Thank you to all our suppliers and producers, here in Wales and in Catalunya, people who create food and wine with love, their ethos has been our lifeblood. And thanks to all my family for putting up with my absence and my commitment to the business for so long. Hopefully we will see you in the next few weeks again."
Montserrat concluded that while the restaurant is doing well, she'd rather end it on a high and that it was time to look at new ideas. She said: "For me it’s been a crossroads encounter: to either open other branches and start a large operation where I would have been able to delegate more and have more staff, or stop altogether. The latter has been our preference as a family. Life is precious, and I have done this project for ten years. Cycles are important in life and it’s important to start them and finish them with pride. I came from a very different field and this has been a great project, but it’s time now to look at new horizons and new ideas. "La Cuina is working extremely well at the moment, and it’s very very popular, so rather than be sorry to close, I’ll say: we are leaving on a high!"
La Cuina, as per its statement, will shut its doors on Saturday, September 3, so make sure to get in there quick, before its too late.
It can be found at 11 Kings Road, Cardiff, CF11 9BZ
For information, visit the website
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ST. LOUIS (AP) — Nolan Arenado and Paul DeJong both homered and drove in four runs to help the St. Louis Cardinals outlast the New York Yankees 12-9 on Sunday, completing a three-game sweep.
St. Louis won its season-high seventh straight in a slugfest that took 4 hours, 25 minutes — the longest nine-inning game in the majors this season.
DJ LeMahieu homered for the Yankees, who have lost five in a row. It’s their worst skid since a seven-game slide last September.
St. Louis (60-48) moved a season-best 12 games over .500 with its first regular-season series sweep of the Yankees. The surging Cardinals moved two games ahead of second-place Milwaukee in the NL Central.
New York still has the best record in the American League but its lead in the AL East is down to 9 1/2 games over Toronto, the first time it’s been single digits since June 15.
St. Louis became the first team to sweep the Yankees in a series of at least three games this year. Atlanta and the New York Mets are the only clubs in the majors to avoid that fate so far.
Arenado, who launched a three-run homer in the second inning, had three hits and leads the majors with 18 RBIs in interleague games this season.
DeJong, who broke a 6-all tie with a fifth-inning double, added a three-run drive in the eighth inning — his 100th career home run.
Aaron Judge drove in four runs for the Yankees, bringing his AL-leading total to 97 RBIs.
Frankie Montas struggled in his Yankees debut. Acquired from Oakland on Monday, the right-hander allowed six earned runs and five hits over three innings. He struck out two and walked three.
New York manager Aaron Boone was ejected by plate umpire Ed Hickox in the fifth for apparently arguing balls and strikes. It was the 23rd ejection for Boone and his sixth of the season. Pitching coach Matt Blake was also tossed.
Judge gave his team a 4-1 lead with a two-run single in the second. St. Louis responded with five runs in the bottom half. Arenado’s 22nd homer put St. Louis up 6-4.
The Cardinals scored three times in the fifth to break a 6-all tie. Tommy Edman followed DeJong’s double with a run-scoring hit. DeJong was originally called out at the plate on the play, but the call was reversed after a replay review.
St. Louis starter Adam Wainwright gave up four runs and eight hits over four-plus innings. He struck out five and walked four.
Aaron Hicks had three hits and reached base four times for the Yankees.
St. Louis completed a 6-0 homestand, its first homestand sweep of six games or more since September 2013.
Chris Stratton (6-4) picked up the win, allowing two runs over 1 2/3 innings of relief. He struck out four and did not walk a batter.
Ryan Helsley earned his 11th save in 14 chances.
Albert Abreu (2-1) took the loss.
BEST BUDDIES
Wainwright and C Yadier Molina made their 318th start together, second all-time behind the Detroit duo of Mickey Lolich and Bill Freehan (324) from 1963-1975.
BUSCH III KING
Molina got his 1,000th career hit at Busch Stadium III with a single in the third. He is the career leader at the stadium, which opened in 2006.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Yankees: 1B Anthony Rizzo sat out his third successive game with a back issue. He missed four games last month with back problems.
Cardinals: OF Juan Yepez will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday at Triple-A Memphis. He has been out since July 15 with a right forearm strain.
UP NEXT
Yankees: RHP Jameson Taillon (10-2, 3.96 ERA) will face RHP Logan Gilbert (10-4, 3.09) in the opener of a three-game series Monday in Seattle. Taillon allowed six runs over 4 2/3 innings of an 8-6 loss to the Mariners on Tuesday.
Cardinals: RHP Miles Mikolas (8-8, 2.92 ERA) takes on Colorado RHP Ryan Feltner (1-3, 5.75) in the first of a three-game series Tuesday in Denver. Mikolas has allowed five home runs in three career starts at Coors Field.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes grew up in Milwaukee with a mom who was a public school teacher and a father who worked in a factory — both union members, an important credential in a state where the labor movement is still a force.
At 35, Barnes is nearly half the age of the average U.S. senator, and would join a tiny group of Black senators — and be the first from Wisconsin — if he wins election to the chamber.
That biography stands to turn Barnes into one of the most prominent Democrats in the U.S. this year as the party aims to defeat one of its top targets: Republican Sen. Ron Johnson. His ouster is such a priority that Barnes’ top Democratic rivals dropped out of the primary in recent weeks to rally around him, leaving Tuesday’s primary as mostly a formality ahead of what’s certain to be a brutal and expensive general election campaign.
“I wanted to make sure we can win this fall,” his closest rival, Milwaukee Bucks executive Alex Lasry, said when he dropped out and supported Barnes. “That is the No. 1 goal.”
Ousting Johnson has never been a bigger priority for Democrats with majority control of the Senate on the line. He’s the only incumbent Senate Republican seeking reelection this year in a state that President Joe Biden carried. But Johnson has proven tough to beat as he’s grown from a tea party outsider into one of Donald Trump‘s most vocal supporters and Wisconsin’s senior senator.
This election is Johnson’s first against someone other than Russ Feingold, whom he defeated in 2010 and then in a 2016 rematch, losses that still sting liberals in the swing state. Johnson is running for a third term after previously saying he wouldn’t.
“Democrats will walk through fire and across broken glass to beat Ron Johnson,” Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki said.
With his focus increasingly on the fall, Barnes is emphasizing an everyman image in campaign ads, including one in a grocery store in which he says most senators don’t know what a gallon of milk costs.
“But I’m not like most senators,” Barnes says, walking down the store aisle. “Or any of the other millionaires running for Senate. My mom was a teacher and my dad worked third shift.”
Barnes served four years in the state Assembly representing Milwaukee before he won the statewide primary for lieutenant governor in 2018 to be paired with Gov. Tony Evers. Evers then defeated Gov. Scott Walker, who enraged Democrats over eight years in office, most famously for his Act 10 law that effectively ended collective bargaining for most public workers.
Barnes, who must still get past a handful of little-known opponents Tuesday, has already turned his sights to Johnson. He frequently compares beating Walker to what it will take to deny Johnson a third term.
“It’s going to be difficult, an uphill battle,” Barnes said after Lasry dropped out of the race. “But I know it’ll be that much easier because we’re in this together. And I’ll remind you that four years ago, the race to get rid of Scott Walker was a difficult one, one that a lot of people in the audience today said was impossible. But we got it done because we came together.”
Johnson raised about $7 million in donations between April and June, more than the entire Democratic field. Barnes raised about $2.1 million. But in the week after Lasry and the others dropped out, Barnes reported raising $1.1 million.
Barnes built the most well-rounded campaign in the primary, with key endorsements from the likes of Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, raising money and delivering a message focused on that middle-class upbringing. When it was reported during the 2018 campaign that Barnes had earned so little that he paid no income tax and was on the state’s Medicaid program, he embraced it as evidence that he understood how critical the program is for working people.
Barnes previewed his attack strategy in his first TV spot after his top rivals dropped out, accusing Johnson of being “out of touch with Wisconsin,” citing Johnson’s decision not to attempt to save 1,000 jobs moving out of state. Johnson said at the time that Wisconsin has enough jobs.
Johnson and Republicans are already at work portraying Barnes as too liberal for Wisconsin. In a state that Trump won in 2016 and lost in 2020 by a nearly equal number of votes, the election will once again likely come down to who can win over independents, a small but key group.
“The power brokers of the Democrat party have now cleared the field for their most radical left candidate,” Johnson tweeted before the primary. “Socialist policies have produced this mess, & a radical left Senator from Wisconsin is not the solution.”
The Senate Leadership Fund, a political action committee that works to get Republicans elected, targeted Barnes for holding an “Abolish ICE” T-shirt; his supportive comments about the Green New Deal and Medicaid for all; and a 2020 tweet in which he said, “Defunding the police only dreams of being as radical as a Donald Trump pardon.”
Republicans have also attacked Barnes for supporting ending cash bail and comments he made at a candidate town hall last fall about the founding of the country that referenced slavery and colonization. “The United States is the most wealthy, the most powerful nation on earth, and it’s because of forced labor on stolen land,” Barnes said.
Winning the primary without facing the attacks that are to come may come back to haunt Democrats, said Republican strategist and former Johnson campaign staff member Brian Reisinger.
“The question for Democrats now is have they had a thorough vetting process to have a candidate who can do what they haven’t done before,” Reisinger said. “It’s not clear if they’ve really figured out who can beat Ron Johnson. These candidates have not really tested one another.”
Barnes deflected a question about whether he would be a stronger candidate if the Democratic primary had been more contentious.
“What’s most important is that we are experiencing a unity that has not been seen before,” Barnes said. “In this state, we set out out of the gate to build a broad coalition. We are doing just that. This is about uniting the party. And I would say that we are more united than we’ve ever been before.”
Johnson was first elected as a fiscal conservative, known for attacking spending and intent on lowering the national debt. In recent years, as the coronavirus rose and Trump fell, he became a lightning rod for anti-science positions and conspiracy theories on the 2020 election.
He joined the many Republicans who have played down the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, saying he wasn’t scared by the insurrectionists but would have been concerned if they had been Black Lives Matter protesters. It also emerged during a recent Jan. 6 House committee hearing that Johnson had wanted to hand-deliver ballots cast by fake GOP electors to Vice President Mike Pence.
Johnson’s favorability rating in a June 22 Marquette University Law School poll was just 37%, lower than President Joe Biden’s 40% approval rating. But Johnson was about even in matchups with Barnes. However, enthusiasm among Republicans was higher than Democrats for voting in the upcoming primary.
Democratic voter Leah Siordia, who attended a Barnes rally with Warren, said she was making her pick based on who she thought could beat Johnson. Before Lasry dropped out, the 57-year-old retired computer analyst was considering him, but she was leaning toward Barnes.
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BILLINGS - The Billings Police Department is investigating an armed casino robbery early Monday.
Police said a male suspect robbed the Gold Dust Casino on 15th Street West at gunpoint at 1:22 a.m. and took an undisclosed amount of money.
No injuries were reported.
The suspect fled on an ATV or motorcycle, police said on Twitter. He was described as in his teens to middle 20s, 5-foot, 9-inches to 10-inches tall, about 160 pounds, and wearing a dark-colored hoodie and jeans. | https://www.kbzk.com/news/crime-courts/billings-police-investigate-armed-casino-robbery | 2022-08-08T17:58:18Z | https://www.kbzk.com/news/crime-courts/billings-police-investigate-armed-casino-robbery | true |
Fort Wayne Community Schools teachers boarded buses bound for Parkview Field shortly after dawn today, their destination not a TinCaps game but an all-staff gathering marking the beginning of a new academic year.
The two-hour event returned to an in-person format with gusto and enthusiasm for the ballpark setting. Kendall Gaston, a recent Wayne High School graduate, sang the national anthem; board members and top administrators stepped onto the field from the dugout; and T-shirts that cleared the netting flew from T-shirt launchers into the stands.
Classes begin Wednesday for the district, which has almost 30,000 students and about 4,000 employees.
The work ahead is about making a difference, Superintendent Mark Daniel said, noting that happens one student at a time and one staff member at a time.
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Pensioner Shelagh Robertson on trial over careless driving death of five-month-old Louis Thorold 'had undiagnosed Alzheimer's'
Shelagh Robertson, 75, was driving home from shopping at Tesco when she turned into the path of an oncoming van in Cambridgeshire last year, forcing the van on to the pavement where it hit the baby and his mother, a court has heard.
Monday 8 August 2022 18:45, UK
A pensioner accused of causing the death of a baby boy by careless driving will say she had undiagnosed Alzheimer's disease at the time and will mount a defence of insanity, a court has heard.
Shelagh Robertson, 75, was driving home from shopping at Tesco when she turned into the path of an oncoming van on the A10 at Waterbeach in Cambridgeshire on 22 January last year, forcing the van on to the pavement, Cambridge Crown Court heard.
The van hit five-month-old Louis Thorold and his mother Rachael Thorold, killing him and throwing Mrs Thorold into the air and causing her serious injuries.
Another driver who witnessed the crash, Kaye Lewis, said in a statement read in court that the van driver was "fighting the steering wheel but the van just kept going towards the pavement".
She said she remembered seeing the "absolute terror" on Mrs Thorold's face when she saw the van before she was "thrown 15ft in the air then landed".
"I saw the pram just disintegrate into pieces and go under the van," she added.
Robertson, of Stables Yard, Waterbeach, denies causing the baby boy's death by careless driving.
James Leonard, defending, told the court it was "agreed by any reasonable objective test the way Mrs Robertson drove on the day of the accident fell below the standard to be expected from a reasonable, competent driver".
"The issue in this case is whether or not Mrs Robertson was suffering from insanity as it's recognised by law," he said.
"The defence case is that Mrs Robertson had undiagnosed atypical Alzheimer's disease both before the accident and on the day, and that's what will lead to the conclusion that the defence of insanity is made out."
Mark Bishop, the judge, told the jury of nine women and three men that for a defence of insanity to succeed they must be persuaded Robertson was suffering from atypical Alzheimer's disease at the time of the crash and that "as a result of that disease she experienced disrupted thinking".
He said the disrupted thinking could either be that as she drove the car she "didn't know what she was doing" or that she "didn't know that what she was doing was wrong by the standards of reasonable people".
David Matthew, for the prosecution, said Robertson had turned right and driven her Mazda 2 car into the path of an oncoming Renault van that was travelling south along the A10 at the junction with Car Dyke Road.
"The impact forced the van on to the pavement," he said.
"Walking along the pavement towards the van were Rachael Thorold and pushing in front of her five-month-old son Louis in a pushchair.
"The van went over them."
Mr Matthew said the van was driven by delivery driver Andrew Freestone, whom he described as a "careful and professional driver".
He said the incident was captured by dashcam footage and Mr Freestone was driving "properly, sensibly and within the speed limit", which at the time was 50mph.
Mr Matthew said Mr Freestone "tried to steer to his right" to avoid a collision.
"He saw the pushchair, heard thumps, saw the woman with the pushchair go up in the air," he said.
He said of Robertson: "Obviously a competent and careful driver doesn't drive into the path of oncoming traffic which has the right of way without looking."
Mr Matthew said a witness had spoken to Robertson after the crash as she sat in the back of another car and that she told them: "I just didn't see him coming."
Another witness described Robertson as "alert, agile" and "able to scoot across the Mazda and leave by the passenger door" after the crash.
Louis was pronounced dead on arrival at hospital, Mr Matthew said.
PC Matthew Bill, of Cambridgeshire Police, said Mr Freestone had "less than half a second" to react to the car pulling out of a filter lane and across his path.
The trial, which is due to last less than a week, continues. | https://news.sky.com/story/pensioner-shelagh-robertson-on-trial-over-careless-driving-death-of-five-month-old-louis-thorold-had-undiagnosed-alzheimers-12668643 | 2022-08-08T18:01:47Z | https://news.sky.com/story/pensioner-shelagh-robertson-on-trial-over-careless-driving-death-of-five-month-old-louis-thorold-had-undiagnosed-alzheimers-12668643 | false |
CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati zoo is celebrating the birth of a full-term hippopotamus that is a sibling to Fiona, who became a global celebrity when she was born prematurely in 2017.
The baby hippo was born Wednesday night.
“This new calf weighs at least twice as much as Fiona did and is already walking,” said Christina Gorsuch, Cincinnati Zoo’s director of animal care in a news release.
Staff at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden discovered the calf’s mother, 23-year-old Bibi, was pregnant around April Fool’s Day. It came as a surprise because Bibi was on birth control.
“Bibi and the baby, yet to be named, will spend the next two weeks bonding behind the scenes,” said Gorsuch. “A female would take her newborn away from the bloat for about that amount of time in the wild, and we try to give Bibi the choice to do what feels natural to her.”
Bibi's first baby, Fiona, only weighed 29 pounds (13 kilograms) when she was born six weeks premature and wasn’t able to stand on her own. Fiona now weighs 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms), the zoo said.
The zoo saw an increase in visitors and social media views after Fiona's birth. Some animal rights groups criticized it for marketing a captive animal.
The zoo says the new calf's father, 18-year-old Tucker, arrived at the zoo on Sept. 6, 2021 and was “enamored” with 23-year-old Bibi right away. The pair had a breeding recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP) Program, the group responsible for managing the health and genetic diversity in the hippo population in North American zoos. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/nation-world/fiona-sibling-baby-hippo-born-at-cincinnati-zoo/507-78f889a8-05d6-4e3d-80a9-0ed685df3210 | 2022-08-08T18:01:52Z | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/nation-world/fiona-sibling-baby-hippo-born-at-cincinnati-zoo/507-78f889a8-05d6-4e3d-80a9-0ed685df3210 | false |
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Area news in brief for Aug. 9
UNITED SCHEDULES − United Local High School will pass out students schedules for those in grades nine to 12 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 15-16 in the high school office.
PORT AUTHORITY − Stark County Port Authority plans a special meeting at 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Stark Economic Development Board office at 400 Third St. SE in Canton, in the third-floor conference room. Purpose of the meeting is to authorize and fund a revolving loan fund to enhance economic development with Stark County commissioners. The meeting will be held in person, and via conference call by dialing 866-239-2379. No pass codes are required.
STUDENT ORIENTATION − United Local Middle School plans an orientation for all sixth-graders students at 7 p.m. Aug. 17 in the high school auditorium. Parents are encouraged to their sixth-graders prior to the meeting, between 6:30 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. to pick up any additional information. Sixth-graders can buy locks and calculators in the high school cafeteria. Combination locks are $10 apiece, and key locks are $12 each. School calculators are $14 each. Call the high school office at 330-223-7102, ext. 2, with questions. | https://www.the-review.com/story/news/2022/08/08/alliance-area-news-in-brief-for-aug-9/65395250007/ | 2022-08-08T18:08:02Z | https://www.the-review.com/story/news/2022/08/08/alliance-area-news-in-brief-for-aug-9/65395250007/ | true |
CINCINNATI, OHIO (WNCN) — The Cincinnati Zoo’s famous Fiona the Hippo has a new sibling, and you have a chance to help name the calf.
The baby hippopotamus, which arrived Wednesday night, was something of a surprise since Bibi, the mother, was on birth control when she was found to be pregnant around April Fool’s Day earlier this year, according to the zoo.
Zoo officials said in a statement that both Bibi and the calf are doing well.
Unlike Fiona, who was born prematurely, her sibling arrived at full term, according to officials.
“This calf looks huge to us because Fiona, Bibi’s first baby, only weighed 29 pounds when she was born six weeks premature and wasn’t able to stand on her own. This new calf weighs at least twice as much as Fiona did and is already walking,” said Christina Gorsuch, Cincinnati Zoo’s director of animal care.
At five years old, Fiona now weighs 2,000 pounds, the zoo said.
The new addition is being monitored carefully.
“We’re not sure if nursing has occurred yet because the water is murky,” Gorsuch said. “It’s Bibi’s first time nursing since Fiona had to be cared for by the hippo staff, so we’re keeping a close eye on them to make sure we don’t need to step in.”
The baby hippo hasn’t been given a name yet, but the zoo is taking suggestions.
“Bibi and the baby, yet to be named, will spend the next two weeks bonding behind the scenes,” said Gorsuch. “A female would take her newborn away from the bloat for about that amount of time in the wild, and we try to give Bibi the choice to do what feels natural to her.”
The zoo saw an increase in visitors and social media views after Fiona’s birth, and some animal rights groups criticized it for marketing a captive animal.
The zoo said Bibi and her new baby will not be seen by the public right away, but the zoo plans to share any photos and videos that can be taken without disturbing them.
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/help-name-fiona-the-hippos-new-sibling/ | 2022-08-08T18:09:05Z | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/help-name-fiona-the-hippos-new-sibling/ | true |
By TOM MURPHY and MICHELLE CHAPMAN
Associated Press
Pfizer will spend about $5.4 billion to buy Global Blood Therapeutics as the pharmaceutical giant continues to invest some of the cash influx reaped during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pfizer said Monday that the acquisition will boost its work in rare hematology. Global Therapeutics, which was founded in 2011, makes Oxybryta tablets for treating sickle cell disease.
Pfizer has been flush with cash since its COVID-19 vaccine, Comirnaty, and its treatment, Paxlovid, have hit the market, starting with the vaccine in late 2020. The drugmaker has now announced deals valued at a total of nearly $19 billion, counting debt, since late last year.
The latest deal follows Pfizer’s $11.6 billion acquisition of Biohaven, which the companies announced in May, and a $6.7 billion acquisition of Arena Pharmaceuticals announced last December.
Pfizer also detailed in April a smaller acquisition of the privately held ReViral Ltd., which is developing a treatment for respiratory syncytial virus.
Pfizer Inc.’s vaccine and treatment brought in more than $16 billion combined just in the recently completed second quarter.
Comirnaty rang up nearly $37 billion in sales last year alone, but those sales are expected to fade in a few years. Pfizer also faces over the next decade the loss of patent protection for key products like Eliquis for preventing blood clots and strokes.
The company plans to have about $25 billion in sales by 2030 come from new business developments.
Aamir Malik, the company’s chief business innovation officer, told analysts recently that Pfizer was “leaving very few stones unturned” in looking for expansion opportunities. Malik said Pifzer was looking for deals that will add substantial value either scientifically or commercially.
“I think we’re very excited about the opportunities that are ahead of us and the flexibility that our balance sheet gives us to pursue those,” he said during a call to discuss second-quarter results.
Malik told analysts that the Biohaven deal alone could add $6 billion in peak sales to Pfizer’s business.
The drugmaker said Monday that the sickle cell disease franchise of Global Blood Therapeutics, which includes treatments still in development, could eventually reach worldwide peak sales of more than $3 billion.
Oxbryta sales were about $195 million last year, but Pfizer said it plans to speed up distribution of the drug to parts of the world most impacted by the disease.
Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that can lead to bouts of acute pain and organ damage. It occurs particularly among people of African descent. The companies say there are 4.5 million people living with the disease globally.
Pfizer will pay $68.50 per share in cash for each share of Global Blood Therapeutics. That represents a premium of nearly 43% from the stock’s closing price of $47.99 on Aug. 4, the day before The Wall Street Journal reported that Pfizer was in advanced talks on a deal.
Both companies’ boards have approved the deal, which still needs regulatory approval and approval from GBT shareholders. The companies say the deal could close as soon as the fourth quarter.
Shares of Global Blood Therapeutics Inc., based just outside San Francisco, rose more than 4% to $66.58 in morning trading. Broader indexes and shares of New York-based Pfizer climbed slightly.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — As Nick Kyrgios rambled through a lengthy list of people he wanted to thank Sunday after ending a three-year title drought by claiming the trophy at the site of his last triumph, the Citi Open, he made a mention of the match officials.
Then, catching himself, the Wimbledon runner-up added with a knowing smile: “The relationship’s still rocky with the umpires.”
Kyrgios extended the best stretch of his career and gave another performance that will make him someone to take seriously at the U.S. Open, saving the only break point he faced in the final along the way to a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Yoshihito Nishioka at the Citi Open.
“I feel like my motivation is a lot higher than it used to be. … There is a small window; I should capitalize on it,” said Kyrgios, who dropped to his back on the blue court when the match ended, then headed back out into that stadium in the evening to team with Jack Sock for a doubles trophy, too, defeating French Open finalists Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek 7-5, 6-4.
“I don’t care about what people say about my tennis, like, ‘Always disrespectful to the sport,’ all this, all that,” said Kyrgios, the first man to win Washington’s singles and doubles events in the same year. “I know that, deep down, I try really hard to do it my own way. I know that I inspire millions of people, and I’m just playing for them.”
Earlier Sunday, Liudmila Samsonova won her second career WTA title by coming back to beat sixth-seeded Kaia Kanepi 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 in the Citi Open women’s final.
Kyrgios’ seventh career tour-level singles championship came where his sixth did in 2019 — on the hard courts of the American capital in a tuneup for Flushing Meadows.
As usual when Kyrgios is on his game, the serve led the way: He hit 12 aces and won 22 of 25 first-serve points. He won all nine of his service games against Nishioka, making him 64 for 64 in the tournament, wrapping up the week by saving all 10 of his opponents’ break points. The only one Kyrgios had to deal with Sunday came at 3-2 in the first set, and Kyrgios dismissed it via a volley winner.
“I couldn’t figure out his service game,” said Nishioka, who ranked Kyrgios No. 1 on tour in that category and also praised the 27-year-old Australian for being “more focused” than earlier in his career.
Kyrgios managed to break Japan’s Nishioka, who is ranked 96th and eliminated top-seeded Andrey Rublev in the semifinals, three times — in the opening game of each set and again in the match’s final game.
This marks quite a bit of unusual consistency for Kyrgios, coming off a run to his first Grand Slam final at the All England Club, where he lost to Novak Djokovic. Kyrgios did not get any rankings points for that showing — there were no points awarded to anyone at Wimbledon — but the singles title in Washington will push him from 63rd to 37th, within shouting range of a possible seeding at the U.S. Open.
“Hopefully,” Kyrgios said, “I can keep this momentum going.”
Play begins at Flushing Meadows on Aug. 29. That is less than a week after a court hearing in Australia is scheduled for a common assault allegation against Kyrgios.
Samsonova is a 23-year-old Russian who reached a career-best ranking of 25th in May but is currently 60th after needing to sit out part of the season, including Wimbledon, because of her country’s attack on Ukraine. She used a powerful serve that reached 119 mph against Kanepi to make her way through the bracket at the hard-court tournament, including a victory over reigning U.S. Open champion Emma Raducanu.
Samsonova’s other championship came last year at a grass-court tournament in Berlin. Kanepi, a 37-year-old from Estonia, was seeking her first trophy since 2013. She left the court for a medical timeout in the third set Sunday because of what she said was an abdominal muscle problem.
“I guess a lot of matches and a lot of serving this week,” Kanepi said.
Kyrgios’ victory was shown on Tennis Channel, which shunted the women’s final off its main station and instead aired pickleball — because, tournament chairman Mark Ein said, of a prior commitment.
This was big-serve, quick-strike tennis between a pair of women with similar playing styles on a humid, 90-degree Fahrenheit (32 Celsius) afternoon. Some spectators held umbrellas to provide shade; portable electric fans were placed next to sideline seats to offer a bit of respite to the players during changeovers; Samsonova held a plastic bag filled with ice atop her head.
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Earthquake reported in Mississippi County
Published: Aug. 8, 2022 at 12:10 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
MISSISSIPPI COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a small earthquake early Monday morning in Mississippi County.
The 1.7 magnitude quake struck at 3:53 a.m. on Aug. 8.
The USGS said the temblor was located 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) northwest of Dell.
So far, no one has reported feeling it.
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Top prospect joins #TeamBioSteel athletes who prioritize Clean. Healthy. Hydration.™
NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BioSteel Sports Nutrition Inc. ("BioSteel") today announced the latest addition to #TeamBioSteel with the signing of Connor Bedard, an elite rising hockey star and top prospect for the 2023 NHL Draft. Bedard intends to promote BioSteel through events, social media, trade marketing, and more as he supports his daily hydration routine with the brand's lineup of zero sugar sports drinks. He will frequently be featured alongside fellow #TeamBioSteel athlete Connor McDavid, who he grew up watching and will join on the ice later this summer at the annual pre-season BioSteel NHL Camp.
Connor's signing highlights the brand's commitment to supporting the daily hydration needs of the next generation of athletes and the critical role of hydration in achieving top performance both on and off the ice.
"As I continue to work to take my game to the next level, I know I have to be smart about what I put into my body, and maintaining a hydration routine is a key priority for me," said Bedard. "Ever since I was introduced to it, I've loved the BioSteel product. Like many younger hockey players, I have been a big admirer of the BioSteel Camp and followed along each summer. I'm humbled to now be an official member of the team, and I couldn't be more excited to participate in Camp this year and take the ice with their support."
"Connor is an elite athlete who represents the next generation of hockey stars, and we couldn't be more excited to officially support him with Clean. Healthy. Hydration™," said John Celenza, Co-Founder of BioSteel. "With Connor officially joining our #TeamBioSteel roster, we're able to double down on our efforts to hydrate the next generation, and we look forward to working with him to show young athletes and fans why a hydration routine is essential both on and off the ice."
Founded in 2009 by Celenza and business partner and NHL veteran Michael Cammalleri, BioSteel has achieved a reputation for being the hydration product of choice for athletes and consumers looking for a zero-sugar alternative. The brand is committed to using premium ingredients, maintaining product transparency, and delivering essential electrolytes needed to support physical activity. Each electrolyte-packed sports drink comes in an eco-friendly 16.7 fl oz Tetra Pak, and the range of flavors includes Blue Raspberry, Mixed Berry, Peach Mango, Rainbow Twist and White Freeze to keep athletes and health-conscious consumers hydrated throughout the day.
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REVEALED: Tom Cruise offered Lewis Hamilton a role as a FIGHTER PILOT in Top Gun: Maverick - but the F1 calendar meant he had to turn it down in a phone call he admitted was 'the most upsetting I've ever made'
- Lewis Hamilton revealed Tom Cruise offered him a role as a fighter pilot in Top Gun: Maverick after the Mercedes driver asked to be in the box office hit
- The 37-year-old was a fan of the original film and insisted he would have been happy just being a cleaner in the sequel
- But filming took place during the climax of the F1 season and Hamilton said he could not justify sacrificing preparation to turn up on set
- Top Gun: Maverick supplanted Titanic as the seventh-biggest film ever at the domestic box office last weekend
- The seven-time World Champion had the chance to fly a fighter jet in 2013 when he took to the skied with the Red Arrows ahead of the British Grand Prix
Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton revealed he agonizingly had to give up the chance to star alongside Tom Cruise in the Top Gun: Maverick film.
Hamilton, 37, has enjoyed minor forays into Hollywood in the past, making a cameo in Zoolander 2 and lending his voice to Cars 2 and Cars 3 but he almost landed his dream role.
The Brit was a fan of the original Top Gun film as a child, which made him 'fixated' on being a fighter pilot.
Although he ended up on the track rather than in the skies, Hamilton revealed he almost had the chance to live out his dream on the big screen.
In an interview with Vanity Fair, Hamilton said he begged his friend Tom Cruise to let him have a role in the Top Gun sequel.
'Basically I'm a friend of Tom,' Hamilton said before adding, 'Cruise.'
'One of the nicest people you'll ever meet. He invited me to his set years ago when he was doing Edge of Tomorrow and then we just built a friendship over time.'
Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton (right) revealed he agonizingly had to give up the chance to star alongside Tom Cruise (left) in Top Gun: Maverick
Hamilton said he begged his friend Cruise to let him have a role in the Top Gun sequel
'So when I heard the second one was coming out, I was like, 'Oh, my God, I have to ask him,' he added.
'I said, "I don't care what role it is. I'll even sweep something, be a cleaner in the back."'
Cruise reportedly not only said yes but told Hamilton he didn't have to settle for being a cleaner and could be a fighter pilot.
But then reality struck as the Mercedes driver realized filming would take place during the climax of the Formula One season.
The Mercedes driver realized that filming would take place at the height of the F1 season
The seven-time World Champion insisted he could not justify sacrificing preparation to turn up on set, claiming he is a 'perfectionist'.
He was forced to reluctantly contact Cruise and director Joseph Kosinski to turn down the role in what he described as the 'most upsetting call he has ever had.'
To add to Hamilton's upset, the actors were in the driving seat for the film as the cast underwent months of flying training in preparation for the role before taking to the sky themselves for the scenes.
But Hamilton can take some consolation in the fact that he beat Cruise to flying a plane.
He swapped his Silver Arrows for the Red Arrows and was treated to the thrilling 30-minute flight at their base in Lincolnshire, UK ahead of the British Grand Prix in 2013.
Although he was used to stunning speeds, he revealed he struggled to hold on to his lunch as the Red Arrows took him through their repertoire at 650mph.
Hamilton swapped his Silver Arrows for the Red Arrows ahead of the British Grand Prix in 2013
The Brit was treated to the thrilling 30-minute flight at the Red Arrows’ base in Lincolnshire
‘I was determined not to puke,’ said Hamilton in 2013.
‘I didn’t but I felt very ill after the first run. We did loops, back turns, tunnel turns and rolls. The next time we went out I felt better but I nearly passed out because of the G-forces. They let me fly for a bit. I was c******* myself, hoping I didn’t crash.’
Through his Top-Gun agony, Hamilton not only missed out on a big screen breakthrough but also a potentially massive payday.
Top Gun: Maverick supplanted Titanic as the seventh-biggest film ever at the domestic box office last weekend having now earned $662 million in ticket sales.
The sequel, now in its eleventh week of release, added $7 million to its total and beats James Cameron's 1997 tragedy by $3 million, having raked in $659 million.
Top Gun is only the 12th film to ever cross the $600 million mark at the domestic box office
While Titanic is now in eighth place, Top Gun is now creeping up on sixth placed Avengers: Infinity War at $678 million and Black Panther with box office receipts of $700 million.
Films that have grossed even more including Avatar, Spiderman: No Way Home, Avengers: Endgame and Star Wars: The Force Awakens will likely not be surpassed, however it could well mean Top Gun: Maverick makes it into fifth place.
Top Gun is only the 12th film to ever cross the $600 million mark at the domestic box office.
Internationally, it holds the number three spot for the studio's highest-grossing titles ever.
Hamilton is no stranger to the small screen, featuring alongside his F1 peers in Netflix's Drive to Survive series.
Drive to Survive has been one of Netflix's biggest hits since starting back in 2019 and has now drawn more people to the sport
Netflix has taken the sport to new audiences. A younger one (average age down from 39 to 37 in 2017) and a more female one (40 per cent, up eight per cent points since 2017)
The documentary has showcased all the behind-the-scenes drama and is responsible for taking the sport to new audiences. A younger one (average age down from 39 to 37 in 2017) and a more female one (40 per cent, up eight per cent points since 2017)
The US TV audience has also accelerated to 39 per cent beyond the 2018 figure. Silverstone welcomed 401,000 fans over the weekend compared to 345,694 in 2019; Melbourne was 420,000 versus 351,000.
Hamilton's final-day battle with Red Bull's Max Verstappen last season was a particularly gripping story line and undoubtedly contributed to the boom of the drama. | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-11092473/Tom-Cruise-offered-Lewis-Hamilton-role-FIGHTER-PILOT-Gun-Maverick.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | 2022-08-08T18:18:43Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-11092473/Tom-Cruise-offered-Lewis-Hamilton-role-FIGHTER-PILOT-Gun-Maverick.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | true |
Ashton Kutcher reveals he is 'lucky to be alive' after rare autoimmune disorder left him unable to see, hear or walk... as he's pictured looking healthy on the beach with wife Mila Kunis
- The 44-year-old actor revealed the news while on Bear Grylls : The Challenge
- Said he had a rare form of vasculitis two years ago
- The condition left him unable to see, hear or walk
- Vasculitis involves the inflammation of the blood vessels
- Kutcher was spotted over the weekend looking health with wife Mila Kunis
Ashton Kutcher has revealed that he suffered from a rare autoimmune disorder that left him unable to hear, see or walk.
The 44-year-old actor spoke about the condition that upended his life in a sneak peek of an upcoming episode of Running Wild with Bear Grylls: The Challenge.
'Like two years ago, I had this weird, super rare form of vasculitis, that like knocked out my vision, it knocked out my hearing, it knocked out like all my equilibrium,' he said in the clip, shared by Access Hollywood.
According to the Mayo Clinic, vasculitis involves the inflammation of the blood vessels causing the walls to thicken, reducing the width of the passageway through the vessel.
Healthy: The That 90s Show star looked healthy as he visited the beach in Santa Barbara, CA over the weekend. He said it took him a year to build his strength back after being debilitated by vasculitis
If blood flow is restricted, organ and tissue damage can occur. There are many types of vasculitis, and most of them are rare.
'You don't really appreciate it, until it's gone.' admitted the human rights activist.
'Until you go, "I don't know if I'm ever going to be able to see again, I don't know if I'm ever going to be able to hear again, I don't know if I'm ever going to be able to walk again".'
The actor said it took him a year to build up his strength.
Support: The star was seen with out at the beach with his wife Mila Kunis
Athletic skills: The Stoner Cats star showed off his athletic skills in a friendly game of beach football with wife Mila Kunis
Score: The game got pretty intense as the former assistant high school football coach was seen lying on the sand while triumphantly raising the ball in the air to prove he'd made a difficult catch
Ashton admitted he was 'lucky to be alive.'
The father of two said he considers challenges an opportunity for growth.
'The minute you start seeing your obstacles as things that are made for you, to give you what you need, then life starts to get fun, right? You start surfing on top of your problems instead of living underneath them.'
The episode featuring Ashton will be released Monday night on National Geographic.
Ashton looked quite healthy as he showed off his athletic skills at the beach over the weekend.
Lucky to be alive: Ashton Kutcher, 44, says he is lucky to be alive after suffering from a rare autoimmune disorder that left him unable to see, hear or walk
Vasculitis: Ashton, who has been married to Mila Kunis, 38, since 2015, suffers from vasculitis, which can thicken the walls of blood vessels, restricting blood flow to organs and tissue
The Stoner Cats star enjoyed playing some football on the beach with his wife, Mila Kunis, in Santa Barbara.
That 90s Show star was shirtless and wore a pair of red and blue knee length swim trunks and a white billed cap as he threw the ball.
An adorable black dog tried to get in on the action.
The game got pretty intense as the former assistant high school football coach was seen lying on the sand while triumphantly raising the ball in the air to prove he'd made a difficult catch.
Appreciate: You don't really appreciate it, until it's gone.' admitted the actor. 'Until you go, "I don't know if I'm ever going to be able to see again, I don't know if I'm ever going to be able to hear again, I don't know if I'm ever going to be able to walk again"' | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11092441/Ashton-Kutcher-lucky-alive-rare-autoimmune-disorder-left-unable-hear-walk.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | 2022-08-08T18:18:50Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11092441/Ashton-Kutcher-lucky-alive-rare-autoimmune-disorder-left-unable-hear-walk.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | false |
Organizing your spaces with containers
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