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'Sip Back' and 'Beat the Heat' with Innovative Menu Items Putting a Refreshing Twist on Iconic Beverage Staples
DENVER, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As summer temperatures continue to rise, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a leading coffee franchise renowned for its premium sourcing, roasting, and quality 100% Hawaiian coffees and international blends, launches its all-new 'Beat the Heat' menu line featuring Cold Brew Lemonade and Coconut Dream Lemonade. Bad Ass Coffee fans can get their first taste of these permanent menu items on August 16; prices and participation may vary.
With the rise in popularity of cold brew, Bad Ass Coffee is capitalizing on the trend with a refreshing twist blending cold brew with lemonade and creating a bold and flavorful drink. Those daring to tempt their tastebuds are encouraged to indulge in the Cold Brew Lemonade featuring Hawaiian blend cold brew, lemonade, and coconut cold foam, starting at $4.00 for a medium. The Coconut Dream Lemonade takes traditional lemonade to the next level with a sweetened layer of coconut cold foam – a perfect blend of coconut milk and coconut syrup, starting at $3.50 for a medium.
"Our Cold Brew Lemonade is an unexpected, yet delicious combination of smooth Hawaiian blend cold brew coffee and classic lemonade accented by the addition of our dairy-free coconut foam topper," said Chris Ruszkowski, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii. "This new menu line is a bold and refreshing move in our category as we aim to deliver new daypart flavor profiles that satisfy the needs of consumers to stay fueled all day long. We've been perfecting these mouthwatering combinations based on data and research to ensure we stay on top of, and ahead of, consumer trends."
In celebration of this launch, guests who purchase a Cold Brew Lemonade or Coconut Dream Lemonade on August 16 will receive a free limited-edition sticker (while supplies last). Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii 'Ohana Rewards members who purchase a Beat The Heat drink will also receive 15 bonus Lei (points). When guests new to Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii download the Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii app and sign up for rewards, they will receive an offer for a free medium drink.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was born on the Big Island of Hawai'i in 1989 with the dream of sharing American-grown, premium Hawaiian coffee with customers everywhere. In addition to premium coffee from the famous Kona region of the Big Island, Bad Ass Coffee also sources from Kauai and Maui. Beyond premium Hawaiian coffees, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii also serves up a full menu of popular blended drinks, signature lattes, cold brews, teas, and innovative foods with a Hawaiian twist.
Guests can also purchase retail bags of Bad Ass Coffee to brew at home or the office, including the "King of Coffees" - 100% Kona, as well as other 100% Hawaiian coffees, Hawaiian blends, flavored coffees, and signature blends. In addition to taking home the distinct taste of Hawaii, guests can purchase popular Bad Ass Coffee merchandise such as shirts, hats, mugs, treats, and gifts.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is entering a new era of growth following its acquisition by Colorado-based Royal Aloha Coffee Company in 2019. During the last three years, the company has re-launched the national brand with a new logo, packaging, and restaurant design, resulting in a revived 32-year-old brand with a cult following.
For more information about Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii and to find your nearest location, please visit www.badasscoffee.com or download our mobile app available on the App Store or Google Play.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was born on the Big Island of Hawai'i in 1989 and is dedicated to sharing premium Hawaiian coffees "with a kick" from the Hawaiian Islands through 20-plus franchise locations – with additional 70 shops in various stages of development. Today, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii stores also serve popular blended drinks, teas, food, along with other international premium coffees and sell popular branded merchandise with exceptional service and the Aloha Spirit. Bad Ass Coffees are available in franchise stores, online and will soon be available through grocery, hospitality, and specialty retail channels. The Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii brand and franchise is owned by Royal Aloha Franchise Company, LLC. For more information, visit badasscoffee.com and connect on Facebook and Instagram @badasscoffeeofhawaii. Franchise information is available at badasscoffeefranchise.com.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners ("Jair Lynch"), a leading owner and developer of mixed-use properties and attainable housing, today announced its completion of a significant corporate rebranding initiative to best reflect and support the evolution of the company's strategic vision and maturation of the company. The unveiling of the new corporate brand identity comes on the heels of the firm's recent acquisition of Clarkston Station and Woodside Village in East Atlanta, Jair Lynch's first acquisitions in the Atlanta market.
Along with the firm's expansion into a new market, the new corporate brand identity is intended to reflect the evolution of Jair Lynch's strategic vision and impact goals, which include increased investment in the creation and preservation of attainable housing for families and individuals earning between 30% - 120% Area Median Income ("AMI"). To date, Jair Lynch has invested over $1.3 billion toward this goal with intent to continue increasing investment across a larger geographical footprint. Updates to Jair Lynch's strategic vision also include a sharper focus on environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") goals, measurement, and reporting. Jair Lynch's ESG Policy | First Edition is now available for download at www.jairlynch.com.
The new, simplified brand identity, visible today across the firm's website, social platforms, and select properties, represents a renewed commitment and vigor toward affecting positive change in the communities served along with a forward-thinking approach that ultimately aims to improve the lives of the people served by the firm including its residents, tenants, investors, partners, and teammates.
"Our team of dedicated professionals embody our core values of creativity, diversity, teamwork, and excellence, and believe our power to positively impact the people we serve is more important than ever before," said Jair K. Lynch, President and CEO of Jair Lynch. "We have always been driven by the goal of creating extraordinary places in which people can live, play, and prosper, but as we've have executed on planned growth in both our talent base and portfolio, we felt it was time for a company-wide reset to refresh and renew our collective sense of purpose."
The new brand maintains its namesake while introducing a simplified mark that incorporates subtle J's and L's in the formation of a city block and directional map markers. Other brand elements include a grid pattern in a nod to the architectural and design aspects of the firm's development arm, along with an earthy, natural color palette to support the firm's renewed focus on sustainability and impact.
"Though we've always had a deeply rooted sense of social responsibility, we wanted to breathe new life into our longstanding aspirations," said Ruth U. Hoang, Senior Vice President of Development for Jair Lynch. "We are committed, not just in what we acquire but especially in what we build, to deliver places that will positively impact people and the planet long term."
Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners is a leading real estate investment and development firm that specializes in the thoughtful transformation of walkable urban places. Founded in 1998, Jair Lynch has acquired, developed, and operated a portfolio of residential, commercial, and neighborhood assets that contribute to the company's mission of creating extraordinary places. The firm has developed over 5.5 million square feet of real estate projects, currently has $3.2 billion of assets under management and has a controlled pipeline of 4.5 million square feet valued at more than $1.9 billion. Visit www.jairlynch.com to learn more.
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The man convicted of stabbing and shooting four people to death at a Mandan rental property management company in 2021 died while in prison by hanging himself, according to a report from the state medical examiner’s office.
Chad Isaak, 48, was pronounced dead July 31 at a Bismarck hospital emergency room, the report states.
Authorities responded to a call of inmate self-harm at the North Dakota State Penitentiary about 5:40 p.m. that day. Isaak was pronounced dead at 6:24 p.m.
A judge in December sentenced Isaak to life in prison with no chance of parole. A jury in August 2021 convicted him on four counts of murder and other charges in the April 1, 2019, deaths of RJR Maintenance and Management co-owner Robert Fakler, 52; and employees Adam Fuehrer, 42; and married couple Bill Cobb, 50, and Lois Cobb, 45.
Isaak was in the process of appealing his conviction. His death has raised questions about his verdict because all of his defense options had not been exhausted. The North Dakota Supreme Court has asked attorneys for written arguments on whether the appeal is moot or the verdict should be set aside. Those arguments are due Aug. 30.
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Solar research, test lab and training facility builds on Nextracker's 5.5 gigawatts of smart solar trackers in Brazil and 70 gigawatts worldwide
SOROCABA, Brazil, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nextracker™, the global leader in smart solar trackers with the no. 1 market share position in Brazil, is partnering with FIT (Flex Instituto de Tecnologia) to launch South America's largest solar tracker R&D facility, the Brazil Center for Solar Excellence (CFSE). This state-of-the-art multi-million-dollar photovoltaic research and development center will be officially unveiled in Sorocaba, Brazil on August 22.
The CFSE technology hub will encompass the full lifecycle of solar tracker systems including structural, mechanical, and electrical design, construction, operation, and maintenance. CFSE researchers will conduct in-depth research and testing on wind dynamics, soil mechanics, and tracker performance enhancement via software and battery backup systems. The Nextracker - FIT facility includes an adjacent 770 kilowatt (kW) solar installation which serves as an outdoor laboratory for prototyping and testing new products and a workforce training center totaling 30,000 square meters.
"We're proud to have Nextracker as a partner on our Guañizul project in Argentina and looking forward to our collaboration on upcoming South American projects using their high performing NX Horizon smart solar tracker systems," stated Aleksander Skaare, Vice President of projects at Scatec. "This facility is an exciting development to help advance the solar industry in Brazil and South America."
According to Woodmackenzie Power & Renewables, Nextracker holds the no. 1 position for solar trackers in Brazil with 38% market share. The company won six projects in the past nine months with a cumulative capacity of 2.6 GW, bringing their total tracker projects in Brazil to 5.5 GW either in operation or under fulfillment.
"Brazil is one of the fastest-growing solar power markets in the world," stated Dan Shugar, CEO and founder of Nextracker. "We've been making our electronic controllers and key components in Brazil for over five years, now investing heavily in a world-class R&D and test facility. We've provided installer training to hundreds of solar professionals through our PowerworX Academy and together with FIT, hired dozens of highly specialized and talented staff to continue to advance the state-of-the-art technology to best support our customers. This center is an expansion of this effort." For Dan Shugar, the initiative is another step toward accelerating solar as the world's fastest growing source of energy.
Carlos Ohde, General Manager of the FIT Institute of Technology said, "We're focused on careful design, empirical testing, and performance with well-designed measurement and verification protocol. We're thrilled to partner with Nextracker as the core anchor in this R&D center and as the leading solar technology company to take solar power generation to new heights."
Nextracker's new Brazilian R&D hub is modeled after the company's existing Center of Excellence facility co-located at their headquarters in Fremont, California (USA). Brazil's fast-growing pipeline of PV projects led Nextracker to choose the country for its largest investment in R&D and training outside of North America.
According to analyst firm Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables, Brazil's solar tracker market is growing four times as fast as the international market, with single-axis tracker installations having increased by 105% (or 5.7 GW) in 2021. Brazil has a goal to achieve 45% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030.
About Nextracker
With 70 GW of single-axis trackers delivered worldwide, Nextracker is a world leader in smart, integrated tracker solutions and software. Its solar trackers and intelligent software allow utility-scale solar power plants to track the movement of the sun and optimize the performance of these assets.
Notable Brazil projects include the Janaúba complex (1.2 GW) and Sol do Cerrado (766 MW). With a local workforce to support the complete life cycle of solar projects spanning sales, operations, and technical support, Nextracker has already supplied solar trackers to 16 utility-scale solar plants in Brazil, from Ceará to São Paulo.
The company entered the Brazilian market in 2015. Its administrative headquarters, factory, and training program for installers, PowerworX Academy, are in Sorocaba. Nextracker's PowerworX installer training academy provides cross-functional, hands-on instruction to solar workers on the fundamentals and finer points of the design, installation, commissioning, software, and operations and maintenance of Nextracker's advanced PV systems.
For more information, please visit: www.nextracker.com
About FIT
Founded in 2003, FIT - Institute of Technology is a national non-profit organization, accredited by the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation. FIT is a leading institute developing technological solutions for a wide range of industries; solutions that anticipate the needs of the market, industry, and people. With state-of-the-art equipment and a highly qualified team, FIT contributes to technological developments that surprise and reveal trends. We are building the future every day and bringing technology to everyone. For more information, please visit FIT.
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HOUSTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orbital Infrastructure Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: OIG) ("Orbital") and Mangan, Inc. ("Mangan") today announced that they have entered into an asset purchase agreement (the "Agreement") under which Orbital will sell its Houston, Texas gas business, Orbital Gas Systems North America Inc. ("Orbital NA") to Mangan.
Effective immediately, Mangan will assume operations of Orbital's North American gas business. Under the terms of the agreement, OIG will maintain ownership and control of its proprietary VE Technology and related products.
"This transaction is the final step in Orbital Infrastructure Group's transformation into a diversified infrastructure services company as we move forward with an aggressive and disciplined strategy to tap into the increasing secular demand trends across the electric power, telecommunications, and renewable industries," said Jim O'Neil, Vice Chairman and CEO of Orbital. "I want to thank the employees of Orbital Gas Systems NA for their past service to OIG and congratulate Mangan for completing this compelling, strategic transaction."
Amin Solehjou, Mangan's CEO stated, "We are very excited about this strategic acquisition and the value it brings to our customers. Coupled with our strong North American presence in providing Specialty Engineering services to many of our customers in the Industrial Market, this acquisition adds meaningful turn-key capabilities towards solving our client's environmental compliance as well as on-line process measurement challenges."
About Orbital Infrastructure Group, Inc.
Orbital Infrastructure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: OIG) is a diversified infrastructure services platform, providing engineering, design, construction, and maintenance services to customers in three operating segments; electric power, telecommunications, and renewables.
Beginning in April 2021, Orbital Infrastructure Group transformed its infrastructure strategy with the acquisitions of GTS and Front Line Power Construction, the company's telecommunications and electric power segment platforms, as well as three synergistic "tuck in" acquisitions (IMMCO, Inc, Full Moon Telecom, and Coax Fiber Solutions) and the divestiture of its legacy Orbital Gas Systems business. The Company is now positioned to profitably grow its infrastructure services platform for years to come, organically and through synergistic acquisitions to capitalize on strong multi-year end market drivers in the industries we serve.
Orbital Infrastructure Group is dedicated to maximizing shareholder value, by striving to exceed our customers' expectations, building a diverse workforce, and making a positive difference in the lives of our employees and the communities in which we operate, and contributing to reducing the carbon footprint through the services we provide.
For more information please visit: http://www.orbitalenergygroup.co
About Mangan, Inc.
Mangan Inc. is a nationally-recognized Specialty Engineering, Automation and Integration Company providing a full-range of services for the Refining, Oil & Gas, Pipeline, Renewable Energy, Chemicals and Life Sciences Industries.
These Services include Automation, Design, Engineering, Control System Integration, Specialty Power and Distribution, Safety Instrumented Systems, Software Solutions, SCADA, Safety Lifecycle Management, Commissioning, Compliance, SmartPlant Instrumentation, Process Analyzers/CEMS Solutions, Project and Construction Management expertise.
For more information please visit: www.manganinc.com
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CHICAGO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Aspen GroupSM announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire AZPetVet, subject to governmental approvals and other customary closing conditions. AZPetVet is a market leader in veterinary care with a network of 22 animal hospitals in the greater Phoenix area.
TAG is one of the largest and fastest growing consumer healthcare support companies in the U.S. and is focused on a simple purpose: bringing better healthcare to more people. The company delivers on its purpose by bringing consumerism to healthcare while continuing to provide world-class support to practitioners
"We've proven and refined the model with Aspen Dental and built the only national dental brand. We've now applied it to three other consumer healthcare brands in ClearChoice, WellNow and Chapter and we couldn't be more excited to partner with AZPetVet," said Bob Fontana, TAG Chairman and CEO.
The TAG model combines shared centers of expertise like real estate, marketing, learning and development, sourcing, and human resources with a proven new clinic playbook to enable accelerated growth in a variety of healthcare sectors – including veterinary care. The company has also built world-class capabilities in customer experience, provider support, and building and developing highly engaged, purpose-built teams.
"Consumer expectations are changing at a rapid pace and we feel that the healthcare industry often fails at meeting those expectations," added Fontana. "Our brands are distinctly different, but the one thing they all have in common is they are single-mindedly focused on meeting the unique needs of their customers. AZPetVet is no different. They've proven it through their market leadership in Arizona."
AZPetVet was founded more than 35 years ago. Through its family of animal hospitals, the company provides advanced primary care for companion animals that range from domestic to exotic, as well as cutting edge medical, dental, and surgical care.
"We are excited to work with TAG as the additional resources will help us take AZPetVet to the next level and accelerate our growth trajectory into a national brand," said Shannon Gillis, CEO of AZPetVet. "We also share a purpose that's highly aligned with all of the TAG brands in that we are focused on providing the best possible service to every customer and care to every patient. Our goal is to wow our customers every step of the way."
JP Morgan acted as an exclusive financial advisor to TAG and Raymond James acted as exclusive financial advisor to AZPetVet in connection with this transaction.
TAG – The Aspen Group was built on the simple idea of bringing better health care to more people. TAG and the independent health care practices it supports operate more than 1,100 locations in 45 states through four consumer healthcare brands: Aspen Dental®, ClearChoice Dental Implant Center®, WellNow Urgent Care® and Chapter Aesthetic StudioSM. Combined, the companies serve more than 35,000 patients a day and more than 8 million patients each year. TAG is headquartered at 800 W. Fulton Market in Chicago. For more information, visit teamtag.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- There is no more powerful setting than Washington, D.C., in an election year for hosting residential real estate's most influential players. With three weeks left until RISMedia's 34th Annual CEO & Leadership Exchange, the company is set to welcome 400-plus industry thought leaders for its renowned educational and networking gathering.
"Informative, thought-provoking educational sessions, combined with ample networking opportunities, sets this event apart from all others," says RISMedia Founder, President & CEO John Featherston. "Hundreds of the most powerful residential real estate decision-makers will gather at the historic Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., September 6 - 8."
At the two-and-a-half day event, 120-plus speakers will participate in over 25 presentations and panel discussions. Topics being covered include:
- Economic Address: How Inventory, Affordability and Inflation are Impacting the Market
- The Global State of Real Estate & The Regional State of Real Estate: How Market Trends are Unfolding Around the World & Country
- The Road Ahead: The Top 3 Issues Facing Real Estate
- Evolving Your Leadership Approach for Today's Market
- Ready for What's Next: Staying Profitable in a Balanced Market
- The Changing Face of Luxury: How to Make Sure Game Plan Is Up-to-Date
- How to Make the Most of Your Marketing Dollars
- The MLS Issues track will address critical factors impacting the MLS environment
- The Brokerage M&A track will provide strategies and case studies for successfully growing your firm.
View the full agenda here.
Speakers being featured include:
- Gino Blefari, HomeServices of America
- Thad Wong, Christie's International Real Estate
- Christy Budnick, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
- Kymber Menkiti, Keller Williams Capital Properties
- Cindy Ariosa, Long & Foster Real Estate
- James Dwiggins, NextHome
- Anthony Lamacchia, Lamacchia Realty
- Dermot Buffini, Buffini & Company
- Wendy Forsythe, Fathom Realty
- Dontae Carroll, Compass
- Ashley Bowers, HomeSmart
- Nick Bailey, RE/MAX LLC
- Sue Yannaccone, Anywhere Franchise Group
- Helen Hanna Casey, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
- Mike Miedler, Century 21 Real Estate
See the full lineup here.
RISMedia will also celebrate and honor its 2022 Real Estate Newsmakers and Hall of Fame inductees during the Newsmakers Reception & Dinner on Sept. 7.
For more information, visit www.rismedia.com/ceo-exchange/.
For more information about RISMedia, visit, rismedia.com.
Kelli McKenna
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General Motors is recalling more than 480,000 vehicles in the U.S. because of a potential issue with seat belts.
The recall is for the 2021 and 2022 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV 2021, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL
In documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, GM says one of the seat belts in the third row of the vehicles could malfunction due to a faulty rivet.
"If the third-row seatbelt assembly is not properly riveted, it may not properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury," GM says.
Customers can contact a dealer to have their vehicle inspected to see if a fix is necessary. GM expects a small percentage of vehicles to fail the inspection.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Workspace and strategy consultancy Incendium Consulting, part of the global workspace innovation firm The Instant Group, has acquired Capstan Advisors. As the shift to hybrid work environments has challenged businesses cross-functionally, Fortune 1000 companies look to Incendium and Instant for smarter working strategies. This alliance strengthens Incendium's global reach and accelerates its U.S. growth strategy to help enterprise corporations with organizational and functional strategy.
"Leaders need flexibility and smarter working practices to address ever-changing workplace dynamics, particularly in this pivotal moment of change," said Mike Perkis, Global Head of Incendium Consulting. "As part of the world's largest global flexible marketplace, we work with business and corporate real estate leaders to challenge traditional approaches to real estate and evolve workplace models that deliver smart work solutions. Capstan Advisors will ignite Incendium's U.S. expansion plans for our real estate advisory services practice. Their experience and strength in corporate real estate consulting, procurement and strategy brings depth of capability and additional blue-chip clients to the group."
Headquartered in the U.S., Capstan Advisors is a leading provider of organizational design, outsourcing process management, contract negotiation, and transition support for the full spectrum of corporate real estate services for global Fortune 1000 companies. Like Incendium, they work with some of the largest firms in pharmaceutical, technology, manufacturing, financial services and telecom/media services.
"Corporate real estate executives face tremendous challenges today, with the changing nature of work and renewed pressure to reduce costs," added Paul Garity, one of Capstan's partners. "Incendium expands both our global reach and the services we can offer to our clients, from our core business of operating model and procurement to Incendium's other advisory areas such as sustainability, executive recruiting and workplace strategy advisory services."
Garity and his partners, Sherri Parman, John Davis, and Kent Wiegel are all seasoned corporate real estate executives with hands-on experience managing corporate real estate as both corporate real estate executives and service providers. Since inception, Capstan has completed advisory assignments for over 100 corporations with real estate portfolios in the Americas, EMEA and Asia.
About The Instant Group
The Instant Group has been rethinking workspace since 1999 with over 500 experts working globally across more than 175 countries. Instant's digital platforms constitute the world's largest digital marketplace for flexible workspace listing meeting rooms, virtual offices, flexible office space and coworking memberships. Its global team advises on commercial real estate solutions from serviced offices to fully customized managed offices, and consulting services for portfolio and net zero strategies. Instant's approach enables agility, hybrid working solutions and improved operational resilience for more than 250,000 businesses every year. Clients include Amex, Prudential, Booking.com, Shell, Jaguar Land Rover and GSK. Instant has global offices including London, Paris, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore and Sydney. Across the Americas, Instant coverage includes: Atlanta; Buenos Aires; Charlotte; Chicago; Dallas; Durham, NC; Jacksonville; Kansas City, MO; Los Angeles; Miami; Philadelphia; Salt Lake City; San Francisco; Santiago; and Quito.
www.theinstantgroup.com
About Incendium
Incendium is a leading global corporate real estate consultancy business that partners with occupiers to support and enable their business performance through its core service lines of Strategy & Change, Operating Model and Procurement, and Sustainability. Incendium works with a range of significant blue-chip global clients across many sectors to use real estate as a catalyst for agility, performance, and value. As part of The Instant Group, it works together with colleagues from across the business to devise and implement innovative agile workplace strategies and solutions for all clients.
www.incendiumconsulting.com
About Capstan Advisors
Capstan Advisors, founded in 2007, is a leading consulting firm in the U.S. dedicated to advising corporate real estate and procurement executives of global companies on best practices for corporate real estate organizations, operations and service delivery. Capstan's primary consulting services include organizational transformation, outsourcing consulting, ongoing contract governance, transition implementation, and performance management. Capstan assists clients across the spectrum of services including facilities operations, transactions, project management, lease administration, and a variety of other corporate services.
www.capstanadvisors.com
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Premier Infrared Sauna Franchise to Ramp up Idaho Presence with Boise and Meridian Locations
COSTA MESA, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Perspire Sauna Studio, one of the nation's fastest-growing infrared and red-light therapy (RLT) sauna franchise brands, is preparing to expand its market presence in the Boise area following the finalization of signed agreements for two new locations in Boise and Meridian, respectively. This most recent deal stems from the success of Idaho's first Perspire Sauna Studio location in Eagle, which opened its doors in November of 2021 under the ownership of Brian and Nina Whalen, whom possess the strong desire to make the franchise brand and its wellness-centric services available to more residents throughout the region.
Former residents of Orange County, California, the Whalen family experienced the powerful healing benefits of red-light therapy treatment first-hand as clients. A reality Nina credits for helping progress her recovery from personal health issues. And which inspired them both to make the move to Boise, Idaho in an effort to bring Perspire's holistic approach and healing properties to an untapped market in need.
"From an outsider's perspective, Idaho might not come across as a state that's primed for investment in the wellness space," said Brian Whalen. "In actuality, the Treasure Valley culture views outdoor activities and reconnecting with the outside world to be crucial to the fabric of what makes the area so unique. Which has helped our sauna studios tremendously in establishing a foothold with locals looking to supplement their already active lifestyles."
Despite straining financial pressures and inflationary concerns permeating into the daily lives of most Americans, the majority of men and women throughout the country have proven an intent to maintain some semblance of their wellness routine. Whether that's meant cutting back on unnecessary membership packages or exploring cheaper alternatives, the rapid growth of the Perspire Sauna Studio franchise has been indicative of more families and individuals turning to the brand for their wellness needs than ever before.
"This is a pivotal time for our franchise opportunity as the concept continues to make its first foray into previously unaffiliated states and territories," said Lee Braun, Founder/CEO of Perspire Sauna Studio. "What's equally significant in that process is ensuring the success of existing franchisees, as many will prove instrumental in amassing more Perspire locations and strengthening our presence in locales around the nation. Brian and Nina's success has shown just that."
Perspire Sauna Studio is currently seeking single-unit and multi-unit franchisees interested in new career opportunities or those looking to diversify their current portfolios. Combined with the 46 franchises awarded year to date, Perspire has awarded 100 franchise agreements with 25 studios currently open.
To learn more about Perspire Sauna Studio and franchising opportunities, please visit https://www.perspiresaunastudio.com/franchise.
Perspire Sauna Studio is the fastest-growing infrared sauna and red light therapy franchise in the U.S. The science-based, technology-driven, and wellness-seeking company provides guests a modern-day experience to a centuries-old practice, allowing their body and mind to feel refreshed after each session. Founded and led by CEO Lee Braun, Perspire's goal is to expand to major markets throughout the U.S. to further instill its vision of making infrared wellness accessible to all. The franchise having just recently awarded its 100th franchise agreement for future Perspire studios.
Founded in 2010 and based in Southern California, Perspire Sauna Studio currently offers franchise opportunities to qualifying entrepreneurs. For more information, please visit www.perspiresaunastudio.com, and follow the brand on social media @perspiresaunastudio. For franchising information, please contact Cory Lyons, cory@perspiresaunastudios.com.
Media Contact: Conner Gossel, Fishman Public Relations, cgossel@fishmanpr.com or 937-545-9812
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Weber Inc. ("Weber" or the "Company") (NYSE: WEBR).
Class Period: August 2021 IPO
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 27, 2022
If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) that Weber was reasonably likely to implement price increases; (2) that, as a result, consumer demand for Weber's products was reasonably likely to decrease; (3) that, due to the resulting inventory buildup, Weber was reasonably likely to run promotions to "enhance retail sell through"; (4) that the foregoing would adversely impact Weber's financial results; and (5) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects, were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
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To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Frank R. Cruz, of The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz, 1999 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-914-5007, by email to info@frankcruzlaw.com, or visit our website at www.frankcruzlaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number, and number of shares purchased.
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If your house were burning right under your feet — how many books would burn, which will survive by accident of where they land, etc.\nIt made him look older (like the grandiose picture in her journal): a heavyset nose in an elegant shell—-a mutton outdo on the ward dress, it hung at last on long shatterable rib. My grandma taught music and so our old victoria and tiff with its rag-top-d PHOENIX, Ariz. (KNXV) — Her feet may be back on the ground, but Xitlali Vazquez’s thoughts and eyes remain on the sky.
The 17-year-old recently returned to her home in Arizona after spending eight weeks in North Carolina. She was selected as one of just 20 high schoolers across the nation to attend the elite National Flight Academy.
“You just feel this warm rush of heat running through your body. It’s really this excitement that you feel. You feel a sense of freedom,” said Xitlali.
Soaring thousands of feet in the sky, she sees her future as a military combat pilot on the horizon. Xitlali said she would be the first in her family to serve.
“When I first expressed interest in the military to my family, they were surprised, they were like, 'Ok, you're the first one to join the military, or show any interest in joining the military and you want to be a pilot,'” said Xitlali.
Since then, they’ve been on a mission to make her dreams come true. But flight time and training are extremely expensive. That’s why the straight “A” student applied to the Navy’s program.
“It was just an amazing opportunity, my family didn’t have to worry about paying for my flight training and that’s just amazing,” said Xitlali.
The eight-week camp hosted at Elizabeth City State University combined rigorous air and ground training from top instructors. Xitlali eventually left with 46 flight hours, something that would normally cost $48,000.
Xitlali’s NJROTC Chief Corey Stevens says it’s her dedication and determination that will lead her to achieve her private pilot's license before her 18th birthday.
“She knows how to get there, and if there’s an obstacle in her way, she’ll either go around it or blow right through it,” said Stevens.
But it’s her ambition and ability that’s sure to land her in the cockpit of a fighter jet flying for our country’s military.
“I’ll do whatever it takes to get there. It’s worth it to me. There’s a lot of pride when you put on that uniform,” said Xitlali. “I can’t wait to serve my country and I can’t wait to wear that flight suit for my day job.”
Xitlali hopes to be accepted into the Air Force Academy when she completes high school.
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Department of Labor & Industry officially recognizes modern method used by advanced builders like Apis Cor as a replacement for traditional CMU blocks
MELBOURNE, Fla. and HELENA, Mont., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Building code regulators at the state level in Montana made history as the first to approve 3D-printed walls as an equal replacement for walls made with concrete masonry units (CMUs), or a standard cored concrete block.
The approval was granted to Tim Stark, a contractor based in Billings, Montana, after filing documents, specifications and testing reports developed by Apis Cor, the Florida-based construction technology company that holds the Guiness World Record for the largest (volume) 3D-printed building globally.
Apis Cor is the only construction company that has designed 3D-printed walls that comply with international building codes. Their 3D-printed walls and material have been tested by an independent, third-party lab in Boston, Massachusetts, and at the Civil and Environmental Engineering School of the University of Connecticut. The resulting specification was published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
The company has completed multiple pilot homes in the United States and in the United Arab Emirates.
General Contractor Tim Stark sought to get permission to use Apis Cor's 3D-printing process and equipment for a housing development project in Billings and in other areas of Montana, leveraging automation and materials to lower the cost of production. The cost of a finished home printed with an Apis Cor printer can be up to 30% less than traditionally built concrete block or wood-framed houses. In addition to cost reduction, developers who lease Apis Cor's portable, mobile 3D-printing equipment will dramatically increase their speed of production, to boost supply at a faster rate.
While housing prices nationwide have risen dramatically over the past few years, Montana was more affected than most interior states as residents left coastal cities seeking a higher quality of life and affordable living. Statewide, Montana's average home price increase was 23.8% in 2021 compared to the national average of 17.4%, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Billings was in the Top 10 of the WSJ/Realtor.com Emerging Housing Markets Index and has seen a 32% increase in home prices from 2020 as demand outstrips supply.
Housing developers are eager to make up for two decades of underproduction that led to the housing crisis by increasing their output, but in many cases, red tape, excessive fees and exclusionary zoning policies can artificially cap the supply of housing. In the case of Montana, regulators are doing the opposite.
"In so many states, regulations are getting in the way of building more homes," said Tim Stark. "I'm proud of my home state of Montana for being so forward-thinking and leading the way with this approval of 3D printing as a modern construction method on par to CMU block construction, which opens the door instead of closing it."
The approval applies not just to single-family dwellings, like the kind that Stark has planned, but also for all types of construction that must follow the state building code. The code includes requirements for construction and construction materials to be consistent with accepted standards of design, engineering, and fire prevention practices, and to use technology that reduces cost of construction and promotes efficient use of energy use but still complies with health and safety standards.
"The need for safe, quality affordable housing is significant across Montana, and this approval puts Montana at the forefront of innovative housing construction technologies nationwide," said Commissioner of Labor & Industry Laurie Esau. "The Department will continue to work to ensure that our standards and regulations are keeping pace with the innovation taking place in the industry to help facilitate new construction for Montana's workers and families."
"This is exciting news for all home builders and of course the 3D-printed homes industry," said Apis Cor co-founder and CEO Anna Cheniuntai. "Having this clear support from the state of Montana paves the way for faster decisions at the county level, which will make it easier for developers to move forward on their 3D-printed housing projects. While the path is open in all states, Montana is taking a stand in advocating for the smooth approval process, thus opening up massive opportunities for efficiently produced housing."
About Apis Cor
Founded in 2016 by Nikita and Anna Cheniuntai, Apis Cor is an American technology corporation headquartered in Melbourne, Florida that develops advanced technologies and materials for construction 3D-printing. The company holds the Guinness Book World Record for the Largest 3D-Printed Building on Earth and is proud to be a resident of the Autodesk Technology Centers Outsight Network. A successful participant in NASA's "3D Printed Habitat Challenge" – Apis Cor was awarded top honors in several categories. Apis Cor is backed by Alchemist Accelerator, the premier accelerator for Enterprise startups, and At One Ventures, a VC and private equity firm which supports deep tech ventures that are a net positive to nature and the planet. Learn more about 3D-printing construction technology at: www.Apis-Cor.com.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Morning" game were:
3-2-0-8, FIREBALL: 4
(three, two, zero, eight; FIREBALL: four)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Morning" game were:
3-2-0-8, FIREBALL: 4
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MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) today announced that Executive Vice President, NiSource, and Group President, NiSource Utilities, Pablo Vegas, is leaving NiSource to become President and Chief Executive Officer of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), effective October 1.
Since joining NiSource, Vegas has served in numerous roles, including Executive Vice President and President, Columbia Gas Group, Chief Restoration Officer, and Chief Customer Officer for NiSource. Pablo assumed his current title on July 1, 2022.
"Pablo has been an instrumental leader at NiSource for the past six years, and we are grateful for his outstanding service to the company and to our customers," said Lloyd Yates, NiSource President and CEO. "His impact to NiSource has been tremendous since joining the company in 2016, and he has held numerous roles of increasing responsibility, highlighting Pablo's talent as a versatile executive. He has been an invaluable member of our leadership team and I along with the entire NiSource community will miss working with Pablo, and we wish him the best in his new role at ERCOT."
Prior to joining NiSource, he held a variety of senior executive positions with American Electric Power (AEP), including serving most recently as President and Chief Operating Officer of AEP Ohio. Vegas joined AEP in 2005, serving in leadership positions in information technology and finance. In 2008 he assumed the role of President and Chief Operating Officer for AEP Texas. From 2010 - 2012, he served as AEP's Vice President and Chief Information Officer.
Before his career in the regulated utility industry, Vegas held senior leadership positions with IBM, PWC and Andersen Consulting.
Pablo will remain with the company until September 2nd while a national search is underway for his replacement.
About NiSource
NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the United States, serving approximately 3.2 million natural gas customers and 500,000 electric customers across six states through its local Columbia Gas and NIPSCO brands. Based in Merrillville, Indiana, NiSource's approximately 7,500 employees are focused on safely delivering reliable and affordable energy to the customers and communities we serve. NiSource is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index – North America. Additional information about NiSource, its investments in modern infrastructure and systems, its commitments and its local brands can be found at www.nisource.com. Follow us at www.facebook.com/nisource, www.linkedin.com/company/nisource or www.twitter.com/nisourceinc. NI-F
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Man stabs another man ‘50 to 70′ times, killing him, then steals his tablet, police say
MESA, Ariz. (KTVK/KPHO/Gray News) – A man in Arizona was arrested after stabbing a man dozens of times, killing him, then stealing his tablet, according to police.
Mesa police said Roberto Villareal-Suarez, 38, is charged with first-degree murder and armed robbery.
Officers responded Friday morning to a report of a man found dead in the middle of an intersection. First responders arrived to find a man with “about 50 to 70″ stab wounds to his chest and torso.
The victim was identified as Jose Feliciano, 46.
Mesa police said they found Villareal-Suarez nearby with blood on his clothes and hands and took him into custody. He was also holding a tablet, which police said belonged to the victim.
Investigators also reviewed surveillance video from a nearby gas station, which they said shows Villareal-Suarez getting into a fight with Feliciano and stabbing him.
An eyewitness also told officers at the scene that it appeared that Villareal-Suarez was violently swinging his right arm while standing over Feliciano.
Police said during an interview, Villareal-Suarez admitted to stabbing Feliciano multiple times because he “wanted to kill him.” When asked about the tablet, Villareal-Suarez said he took it to try and use it or sell it for money because he was homeless.
As of Monday morning, Villareal-Suarez was being held on a $1 million bond.
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IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Animal Dermatology Group, Inc. ("ADG"), joins the veterinary dermatology community in welcoming the 2022 resident class of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD), including five new residents beginning their residency at Animal Dermatology Clinic locations across the country.
Each July, a new group of veterinarians embark on the rigorous process of becoming board certified veterinary dermatologists. After completing a one-year clinical internship, these residents begin a 3-year program of supervised educational training in the discipline of dermatology. The program also requires residents to publish original research in veterinary dermatology and pass the ACVD certifying examination at the conclusion of their residency.
ADG's 2022 residency class includes Dr. AnnMarie Bloomer (graduate of the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine) at Animal Dermatology Clinic – Marietta, GA; Dr. Tori Cleaver (St. George's University School of Veterinary Medicine) at Animal Dermatology Clinic – Tustin, CA; Dr. Tricia Daniels (Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine) at Animal Dermatology Clinic – Pasadena, CA; and Dr. Jyothi Surendran (College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Kerala, India, ECFVG Training, Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine) at Animal Dermatology Clinic – Wayne, NJ. In addition, ADG has partnered with the University of Minnesota to sponsor Dr. Helena Montin (UMNCVM graduate) to undertake her dermatology residency with the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine.
"It's always an exciting time for us when we welcome new residents," stated Dr. Rusty Muse, DACVD, ADG's Medical Affairs Director. "One of the most rewarding aspects for our medical team is the opportunity to pass along the knowledge and insights we've gathered over the years of clinical practice to future dermatologists. The collaborative learning experience we foster is enriching for both the student and mentor."
ADG has the distinction of being the first private organization approved to offer a residency program by the ACVD and host the largest residency program preparing future veterinary dermatologists.
About Animal Dermatology Group
Animal Dermatology Group ("ADG") is the largest veterinary dermatology business in the U.S., providing the highest quality care to pets with acute and chronic skin conditions. ADG has over 60 veterinarians supporting more than 40 primary and satellite locations where its specialists are actively involved in providing clinical care, research and academic training. For more information, please visit www.animaldermatology.com.
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The Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro are Samsung's latest wearables that want to be your go-to Android watch. Released Aug. 26, along with the Galaxy Fold 4 and Flip 4, they have bigger batteries, a new temperature sensor and a more durable design. But they lose the fan-favorite rotating bezel that the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic model still offers as an alternative to using a touch-sensitive rim.
This year's watch comes in two variants: The Galaxy Watch 5 and a slightly larger, more rugged Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Apart from the construction, sports modes and battery capacity, they share most of the same features. So far, I haven't found that many significant differences warrant an upgrade from last year's Galaxy Watch 4 series given the software is largely unchanged and the new temperature sensor is not yet active.
But the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is the more tempting proposition if you want a more durable watch with a bigger battery. With the Pixel Watch on the horizon and a new wave of Wear OS watches like the Montblanc Summit 3, the Galaxy Watch 5 faces some new competition that just wasn't there in 2021. Also keep in mind many of Samsung's key watch health features require a Samsung phone to use. This is an ongoing review and I'll update with full findings once I've had at least a week wearing both watches.
Better fit on the wrist, but bye-bye rotating bezel
Though the Galaxy Watch 5 doesn't look all that different to last year's regular Watch 4, the back now sits more snugly against your wrist, which makes for a more comfortable design and, hopefully, better sensor accuracy. (I'm still testing the sensor accuracy.) It comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes, similar to last year.
By now you've likely seen that the biggest physical change is the absence of a physical rotating bezel, a stalwart of the Galaxy Watch line ever since the original model came out in 2018. Instead, these watches both use a software-based touch bezel where you move your finger around the edge of the display to navigate, on top of the touchscreen itself and two physical buttons on the side. Last year's Galaxy Watch 4 model worked the same way, but the Watch 4 Classic had that physical bezel option, which has now gone bye-bye on the new models.
The Watch 5 Pro has a more durable design with a raised edge, titanium construction and stronger sapphire crystal glass. It only comes in one size, 45mm, which makes it more difficult for those with smaller wrists to wear. I've definitely worn larger watches before -- the Garmin Epix 2 comes to mind, with its hefty 47mm frame -- but for people with even smaller wrists than mine, it will probably be too big.
In practice, the touch bezel is easier to use on the Watch 5 Pro because of its raised edge. You can almost rest your finger against it as you "turn" the bezel. It's still not as precise as having a physical bezel that clicks into place, especially if you have wet or sweaty hands. That seems inevitable if you're really using this watch for its sports capabilities. I can see why Samsung opted to remove it given it's another moving part that could potentially get damaged or jammed if you're using it in tough environments. But I still miss having that option.
Both the watches use the same processor as last year's watches, rather than the new Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 chip. But like CNET's Scott Stein wrote last year in his review of the Galaxy Watch 4, performance was never really an issue with these watches anyway. The Watch 5 series is responsive and loads apps quickly.
Wear OS feels great, but similar to last year
Design-wise, there's really very little to tell the new watches apart from the Watch 4 series. They both run Samsung's One UI on top of Wear OS 3, with Google apps like YouTube Music, Google Maps and the Google Assistant onboard.
But even though there's a suite of Google and third-party apps through the Play Store, the Galaxy Watch 5 series needs a Galaxy phone to use certain health sensors like the ECG. It's an Android watch, but still feels most closely aligned with Samsung devices.
Other things I've noticed on the software side: The full keyboard is easy to swipe messages on, even on the smaller 40mm model. Phone calls I've taken on the watch sound clean and crisp, with the microphone picking up my voice well for callers on the other end.
Galaxy Watch 5 Pro track back and sports modes
Both watches can track more than 90 exercise types and can automatically detect certain workouts like running, swimming and elliptical. But the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has a few more sports features. Do they warrant calling this watch "Pro"? Maybe.
The first is track back. This works with almost any outdoor workout type that uses GPS and helps route you back to your start point on the same path. Just swipe over to the settings cog, find track back and the watch will show a map on screen with your current location and turn-by-turn guidance and distances. The path you traveled in on is shown in blue and as you start navigating back, it's overlayed in green.
You can also import routes to the watch and get turn-by-turn navigation. It only works with hikes and bike rides at the moment, but it's really easy to import a GPX file. I exported a previous ride from Strava and uploaded it to the Watch 5 Pro in seconds. Like track back, the map (which uses Google Maps) looks great on the screen and it's really easy to see.
The watch isn't able to suggest nearby routes like some other sports watches can, but I don't mind because the mapping interface itself is really nice and easier to read than some other sports watches I've used.
Galaxy Watch 5 battery life gets a little boost
The Galaxy Watch 4 classic in the smaller 40mm size would sometimes barely get through a whole day before needing a recharge. So far, the regular Galaxy Watch 5 lasts longer, but not by a huge jump.
I have the 40mm version with the 284-mAh battery and it lasts around 24 hours between charges with the always-on display turned off. This includes sleep tracking, a GPS workout for approximately 1 hour and notifications from my phone. With the always-on display active, that drops a little to around 21 hours with the same usage.
I'm finding I usually need to give the watch a little bit of a top-up before bed if I want to track sleep. If you find yourself in the same boat, I'd recommend having at least 30% battery remaining, especially if you're tracking blood oxygen, snoring levels and heart rate overnight. The claim is up to 40 hours, but I don't think I could meet that unless I had the watch in airplane mode most of the time, which means I wouldn't get notifications or calls.
The 44mm version that I haven't tested yet comes with a larger capacity battery at 410 mAh, so I'd expect it to last longer. Samsung quotes 50 hours.
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has the biggest battery of all at 590mAh and Samsung claims it can last 80 hours in total, or 20 hours with GPS. I did a 2 hour hike with airplane mode active to ensure I was using GPS-only, and the battery dropped just 10% even with the always-on display active. That's promising when it comes to meeting Samsung's GPS claim. I have more testing to do in the coming days with the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, so stay tuned for battery findings.
Fortunately, both the regular Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro support faster charging and can reach 45% charge in 30 minutes. I tested this with the Watch 5 Pro and recharged from flat to 42% full in half an hour. You do need a 25-watt USB-C charger to take advantage of this faster charge speed and, just like the Apple Watch, there's no charging brick included in the box.
Skin temperature tracking has promise, but isn't active yet
The infrared sensor is what sets the Watch 5 series apart from last year's models. But it's not active yet and we don't have an ETA on when it will get switched on via software update. Samsung says it will be used nightly while sleeping. Competitors like Fitbit and Oura use the infrared sensors on their devices for skin temperature tracking during sleep. It gives more insights into whether or not you may be running a fever, or to give insight into menstrual cycles.
Most of the other health features and sensors remain largely unchanged from the Galaxy Watch 4. You still get that bioimpedance sensor to measure body composition, plus a blood oxygen sensor and ECG. I'll be comparing the heart rate sensor to a chest strap in the coming days to see how it performs during workouts. Given the back of each watch has been redesigned to sit more snugly against the wrist, I'm expecting better accuracy from both watches compared to last year's models.
I still have plenty more testing to do, including heart rate sensor accuracy, using the sleep coach, plus more of a deep-dive into the sports features on the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Stay tuned for the full review. | https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-galaxy-watch-5-and-5-pro-ongoing-review-lots-to-like-but-i-miss-that-bezel/ | 2022-08-16T16:24:32Z | https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-galaxy-watch-5-and-5-pro-ongoing-review-lots-to-like-but-i-miss-that-bezel/ | false |
This article was originally posted by WBUR.
Five candidates are vying to be the next Massachusetts lieutenant governor in a contest that was left wide open after Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito declined to seek re-election.
The race has attracted three Democrats: Kim Driscoll, mayor of Salem, state Rep. Tami Gouveia and state Sen. Eric Lesser; and two Republicans, former state Rep. Kate Campanale and former state Rep. Leah Cole Allen.
WBUR, The Boston Globe and WCVB present the second lieutenant governor primary debate with the three Democratic candidates, moderated by WBUR reporter Steve Brown, WCVB reporter Sharman Sacchetti and Boston Globe reporter Taylor Dolven.
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Looking to spice things up in the bedroom? Well it’s your lucky day as Lovehoney has slashed the price of rabbit vibrators to just £20 each.
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The flavors are formulated with expertly sourced adaptogens to enhance your mind and body
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Life & Purpose Coach, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Podcast Host, Jay Shetty, and his wife, Plant-Based Recipe Developer and Fitness & Well-being Enthusiast, Radhi Devlukia-Shetty, announced today the launch of JOYO, their new line of adaptogenic sparkling teas. Available in all Erewhon stores, JOYO's functional teas are powered by adaptogens - botanicals to enhance your mind and body.
The functional beverage market is rapidly growing and projected to reach $68.9 billion by 2027 with the RTD tea industry expected to reach $38.9 billion by 2027. As the popularity of canned beverages continues to skyrocket, JOYO's sparkling teas offer a premier way for tea drinkers to enjoy their favorite healthy beverage while catering to the modern, grab-and-go lifestyle. JOYO's teas are available in five purposeful blends: Unsweetened Black Tea, Raspberry Black Tea, Black Tea with Lemon, Peach Black Tea and Tropical Green Tea. Each tea is crafted with ayurvedic ingredients and a proprietary blend of five expertly sourced adaptogens including:
- L -Theanine: An adaptogenic amino acid that naturally occurs in green + black tea and increases serotonin + dopamine, helping balance your mind.
- Lion's Mane Mushroom: An adaptogenic mushroom that has been used for centuries in Chinese medicine. Lion's Mane helps increase cognitive function, helping to combat mild stress and temporary anxiety.
- Reishi Mushroom: An adaptogenic mushroom that helps combat daily fatigue, and increase antioxidant support in the body.
- Panax Ginseng: An adaptogenic herb that has been used to improve cognitive function, specifically short term memory & even increase athletic endurance.
- Acerola Cherry Extract: An adaptogenic superfood known for its incredible Vitamin C and Antioxidant properties.
"As life-long tea drinkers, we are thrilled to offer modern consumers a more convenient and portable way to enjoy tea. With the word joy repeatedly coming up in our initial conversations for the brand, we came up with the name JOYO to encapsulate this celebratory feeling," shared Radhi-Devlukia Shetty, Co-Founder of JOYO.
To celebrate the launch, a JOYO-branded truck will be popping up at Erewhon locations within Jay and Radhi's hometown of Los Angeles from August 19-21st to introduce consumers to the brand. JOYO was created with the intention of enjoying the teas together as a community and the team will connect and offer complimentary samples to LA residents throughout the weekend.
"We created JOYO for the health conscious consumer with the goal of enhancing their body and mind and we feel Erewhon is the perfect retail partner for our initial launch. We love everything that they stand for and how they have built a brand that offers exceptional products and creates healthier communities," shared Jay Shetty, Co-Founder of JOYO.
"With a growing demand from consumers, JOYO is perfectly positioned to disrupt the category by offering an affordable, functional sparkling canned tea crafted with adaptogenic benefits and organic good-for-you ingredients," stated Kim Perell, the CEO and Founder of 100.co, an AI-powered consumer brand group that partnered with Jay and Radhi to create JOYO.
The new sparkling teas are available for $3.49 a can at all seven Erewhon stores. For more information, check out www.joyotea.com and @drinkjoyo.
ABOUT JOYO:
Launched in August 2022, JOYO is a new sparkling adaptogenic tea brand from Life & Purpose Coach, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Podcast Host, Jay Shetty, and his wife, Plant-Based Recipe Developer and Fitness & Well-being Enthusiast, Radhi Devlukia-Shetty. As life-long tea drinkers, the couple curated five purposeful blends made with ayurvedic ingredients and a proprietary blend of expertly sourced adaptogens to provide consumers with organic delicious iced teas to enhance the mind and body. For more information, visit www.joyotea.com
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ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp is providing more cash relief to vulnerable Georgians, his team announced Monday.
Kemp said that he has dedicated more than $1 billion to the Department of Human Services (DHS) to provide cash aid of up to $350 one-time payments for active enrollees in certain social benefit programs, per the statement.
He says that the assistance will help some of Georgia's most vulnerable citizens cope with the continued negative economic impact of COVID-19 and high inflation rates.
How eligibility works
- If you were enrolled Medicaid, SNAP, and/or TANF government benefit programs by July 31, 2022, you are eligible (this includes anyone in the active enrollees' assistance unit).
- Cash assistance will not be provided to those enrolled after the aforementioned cutoff date.
- Georgians who are enrolled in more than one of the previously mentioned programs will received one cash assistance payment.
- DHS will be communicating with eligible Georgians through the Georgia Gateway portal - it appears you won't need to do anything on your end, the state will arrange the payment.
- All eligible Georgians should log into their Georgia Gateway accounts and verify their personal information and contact preferences are up-to-date
This pledge from Kemp comes less than a week after he proposed new $250-$500 refund checks and $500 property tax breaks, although the exact eligibility of this proposal is still undetermined.
Funds for this revenue award are coming from the State Fiscal Recovery Fund which was part of the American Rescue Plan act, his team announced.
For more assistance, eligible Georgians should contact the DHS.
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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morning. A Flood Warning remains in effect for the Rio Grande River
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Alec Baldwin on 'Rust' shooting: 'Every single person' on set knows who to blame for Halyna Hutchins' death
Baldwin maintains he did not pull the trigger of the gun that killed Hutchins
Alec Baldwin claims "every single person" on the set of "Rust" knows who to blame for the tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Hutchins died when a gun Baldwin was holding fired while practicing a shot for the film "Rust" on the New Mexico movie set Oct. 21. The group had been rehearsing in a small church on the set.
"I know that every single person on the set of the film knows what happened, and the people who are talking loudest about what happened or speculating about what happened were not on the set of the film," Baldwin told Chris Cuomo during an appearance on his podcast.
Baldwin called out specific media outlets for harping on the shooting, including the L.A. Times and The Hollywood Reporter.
FBI FORENSIC REPORT CONCLUDES ALEC BALDWIN PULLED TRIGGER ON ‘RUST’ SET
"They are talking on and on and on about what if this and what if that and have dined out on this and the thing that they have in common is nobody was there."
"Everybody who were there, they know exactly what happened," Baldwin concluded. "They know exactly who's to blame."
Baldwin has been named in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Hutchins' family along with two other lawsuits brought by crew members.
The wrongful death lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of Halyna's husband, Matthew Hutchins, and their son, Andros, named Baldwin and others who "are responsible for the safety on the set" and called out "reckless behavior and cost-cutting" that led to the death of Hutchins, according to Hutchins' lawyer.
Armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed, assistant director David Halls, production companies and producers are also named in the lawsuit.
Matthew Hutchins' attorneys interviewed witnesses before filing and created a video compiling evidence for the wrongful death lawsuit. In the video, shared at a previous press conference, Hutchins’ lawyers reiterated claims from crew members that the "Rust" set was unsafe. The lawsuit claimed Baldwin and the "Rust" crew and cast committed "major breaches" of safety on the set.
"I think it's clear what happened," lead attorney Brian Panish told reporters at the time. "Alec had the gun in his hand. He shot it. Halyna was killed."
Baldwin explained during the new interview that he believes guns can fire without pulling the trigger by using a technique called "fanning." The "30 Rock" actor claimed that if you pull the hammer back far enough while the gun is loaded with a live round, it would fire. He maintained that he did not pull the trigger of the gun that killed Hutchins.
"The man who is the principal safety officer of the set of the film declared the gun was safe when he handed it to me," Baldwin said, seemingly referring to assistant director Dave Halls.
"The man who was the principal safety officer of the film declared in front of the entire assemblage, ‘This is a cold gun.’ Now, why did he say that if he didn’t know and hadn’t checked? The point is we were told everything was cool and you can relax and we are working with a gun that is safe to rehearse with."
The actor later emphasized he did not know there was a live round in the gun.
"But he explained it to me effectively that that's exactly what can happen if you pull a hammer back and let it go if there's a live round," he added, seemingly referring to Halls. "See, there's only one question to ask here. Who put a live round in the gun?"
Baldwin previously claimed in a tell-all interview that he did not pull the trigger of the gun, however the claim has been questioned by gun experts and the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office.
"Guns don't just go off," Sheriff Adan Mendoza previously told Fox News Digital. "So whatever needs to happen to manipulate the firearm, he did that, and it was in his hands."
The Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office released the FBI forensics report Monday that backed up Mendoza's claim. The FBI conducted an accidental discharge test and determined the gun used in the fatal shooting of Hutchins "could not be made to fire without a pull of the trigger," the report stated.
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Gun experts also refuted the idea that Baldwin could have fired the gun without pulling the trigger in a previous interview with Fox News Digital. Weapons armorer Bryan W. Carpenter explained firing a revolver like the one Baldwin was reported to be holding without pulling the trigger would be "rare."
"In order to make it fire, you have to put your thumb up onto the hammer, cock the hammer all the way back, and then as the hammer is completely cocked back, then you pull the trigger and then the gun fires," Carpenter explained. "So that's very important because that gun had to have two-step process to fire. It had to be cocked, and the trigger pulled to fire."
Film and prop historian Michael Corrie previously explained to Fox News Digital that firing a revolver without pulling the trigger would require a "mechanical failure."
"The hammer needs to be fully locked to the rear for the weapon to function," Corrie said. "Which necessitates manual operation of the weapon."
"Barring an as yet unknown mechanical failure, this weapon did not fire itself," he stated, adding that: "For the hammer to travel forward at all, the trigger has to be depressed... unless some major mechanical failure takes place."
Despite being named in multiple lawsuits, Baldwin does not believe that he will be found criminally responsible or civilly liable for the death of Hutchins despite being a producer of the "Rust" film.
"That's a fact," he said. "There are people who are managerial producers. They're responsible for who gets hired, who doesn't get hired."
Baldwin clarified that he was a creative producer for the "Rust" film.
Ten months after the death of Hutchins, prosecutors have not made a decision on charges. The decision should come after the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Department concludes its investigation into the matter.
The sheriff's office has been waiting on the FBI forensics report and text messages from Baldwin's phone - which were requested by the department in December.
"The District Attorney’s office has been working with Suffolk County PD, and Baldwin’s lawyer to acquire the phone records," Mendoza said in a recent statement. "Once Suffolk County PD completes its agency assist and sends those records to New Mexico law enforcement, our detectives will need to then thoroughly review those phone records for evidentiary purposes."
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The sheriff's office also received the New Mexico's Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI) report. The report ruled the "Rust" shooting an accident.
"The critical report is the one from the medical examiner, who concluded that this was a tragic accident," Baldwin attorney Luke Nikas told Fox News Digital. "This is the third time the New Mexico authorities have found that Alec Baldwin had no authority or knowledge of the allegedly unsafe conditions on the set, that he was told by the person in charge of safety on the set that the gun was ‘cold,’ and believed the gun was safe."
Once the phone records are obtained, as well as the official OMI and forensic reports are reviewed, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's investigative case will be sent to the district attorney for review and ultimately final charging decisions.
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Large fire in Gainesville sparked by hot work
GAINESVILLE, Texas (KXII) - Nearly a thousand acres of land caught fire Monday afternoon in Gainesville.
Around 20 agencies responded at about 1 p.m. to County Road 2070 where fire had burned up land, a camper and several vehicles, which crews said were empty at the time.
No injuries were reported. Officials said the cause was linked to individuals cutting and grinding on steel without proper precautions within a burn ban.
”People just have to be careful out there. I mean if you’re gonna do hot work especially, any grinding, cutting, welding, take the precautions. Be careful. If you’re in an area like this you need to be very careful. Obviously this is what happens if you’re not,” said Ray Fletcher, Cooke County Emergency Manager and Fire Marshal.
Fletcher said those individuals have been cited due to the current burn ban.
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Company launches new on-demand edge solution powering businesses to deliver amazing digital experiences and save costs
DENVER, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) is continuing to invest in edge computing on the Lumen platform to give businesses more choice on where they can deploy applications and workloads at the edge, closer to digital interactions. Lumen is now offering Lumen Edge Virtual Machines (VM), giving businesses access to on-demand compute, storage, and secure networking, to run their next-generation applications with high performance and at scale. Lumen Edge VM is available on the Lumen Marketplace and integrates seamlessly with the company's comprehensive edge portfolio.
More on Lumen Edge VM: https://www.lumen.com/en-us/edge-computing/vm.html
Speed Read:
- To help businesses deliver enhanced customer experiences, Lumen is bringing a turn-key solution to meet the challenges of deploying and running next-generation applications.
- Lumen Edge VM provides flexibility, value, and availability. Businesses get value from having access to a variety of compute configurations and storage to support a range of application sizes, backed with management and orchestration tools.
- Lumen Edge VM runs on the Lumen platform, underpinned by the Lumen fiber network. Through a single provider, businesses can get the low latency capabilities that compute-intensive, next-generation applications require.
- Lumen Edge VM brings flexibility of execution venues for workloads and applications at the edge. Businesses can access distributed compute services across dispersed markets, providing the availability needed to work and collaborate across expanded geographies.
"Growing digital businesses need infrastructure that gives them the level of compute power they need - where, when, and how they need it," said Dave Cooper, senior vice president, edge computing, Lumen Technologies. "The Lumen platform provides just that. And with Lumen Edge VM, businesses have a flexible, on-demand compute solution on the Lumen platform. It gives the power of orchestration and connectivity across hybrid IT environments, providing a unique combination of benefits - increased agility and reliability, plus reduced latency, enhanced security, and low cost."
Tech Talk:
- Lumen Edge VM offers shared, multi-tenant servers hosted in Lumen edge facilities for customers to create virtual machines on-demand for adding, updating, and deleting workloads and applications.
- Businesses can rapidly spin up virtual machines at the edge, and easily scale up or down.
- Infrastructure and network services are fully managed by Lumen.
- Lumen Edge VM offers support for multiple operating systems and a wide range of configurations and storage using open-source technology.
- Lumen Edge VM can be managed through Lumen Edge Orchestrator, alongside other Lumen edge services and public cloud services from AWS, Microsoft, and Google.
- The "as-a-service" solution helps businesses lower expenses with a pay only for usage model across a range of compute requirements, and no capital expenditure required.
Key Facts:
- Lumen Edge Computing Solutions meet 97% of U.S. enterprise demand within 5 milliseconds of latency.
- For a current list of Lumen edge locations, visit: https://www.lumen.com/en-us/resources/network-maps.html#edge-roadmap
- Lumen manages and operates one of the largest, most connected, most deeply peered networks in the world. It is comprised of approximately 450,000 global route miles of fiber, more than 190,000 on-net buildings, and is seamlessly connected to 2,200+ public and private third-party data centers and leading public cloud service providers.
Additional Resources:
- Lumen Edge Orchestrator: https://www.lumen.com/en-us/edge-computing/orchestrator.html
- Lumen Edge Computing Solutions: https://www.lumen.com/en-us/solutions/edge-computing.html
About Lumen Technologies and the People of Lumen:
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With approximately 450,000 route fiber miles and serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about the Lumen network, edge cloud, security, communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com/home, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies. Lumen and Lumen Technologies are registered trademarks in the United States.
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Solar research, test lab and training facility builds on Nextracker's 5.5 gigawatts of smart solar trackers in Brazil and 70 gigawatts worldwide
SOROCABA, Brazil, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nextracker™, the global leader in smart solar trackers with the no. 1 market share position in Brazil, is partnering with FIT (Flex Instituto de Tecnologia) to launch South America's largest solar tracker R&D facility, the Brazil Center for Solar Excellence (CFSE). This state-of-the-art multi-million-dollar photovoltaic research and development center will be officially unveiled in Sorocaba, Brazil on August 22.
The CFSE technology hub will encompass the full lifecycle of solar tracker systems including structural, mechanical, and electrical design, construction, operation, and maintenance. CFSE researchers will conduct in-depth research and testing on wind dynamics, soil mechanics, and tracker performance enhancement via software and battery backup systems. The Nextracker - FIT facility includes an adjacent 770 kilowatt (kW) solar installation which serves as an outdoor laboratory for prototyping and testing new products and a workforce training center totaling 30,000 square meters.
"We're proud to have Nextracker as a partner on our Guañizul project in Argentina and looking forward to our collaboration on upcoming South American projects using their high performing NX Horizon smart solar tracker systems," stated Aleksander Skaare, Vice President of projects at Scatec. "This facility is an exciting development to help advance the solar industry in Brazil and South America."
According to Woodmackenzie Power & Renewables, Nextracker holds the no. 1 position for solar trackers in Brazil with 38% market share. The company won six projects in the past nine months with a cumulative capacity of 2.6 GW, bringing their total tracker projects in Brazil to 5.5 GW either in operation or under fulfillment.
"Brazil is one of the fastest-growing solar power markets in the world," stated Dan Shugar, CEO and founder of Nextracker. "We've been making our electronic controllers and key components in Brazil for over five years, now investing heavily in a world-class R&D and test facility. We've provided installer training to hundreds of solar professionals through our PowerworX Academy and together with FIT, hired dozens of highly specialized and talented staff to continue to advance the state-of-the-art technology to best support our customers. This center is an expansion of this effort." For Dan Shugar, the initiative is another step toward accelerating solar as the world's fastest growing source of energy.
Carlos Ohde, General Manager of the FIT Institute of Technology said, "We're focused on careful design, empirical testing, and performance with well-designed measurement and verification protocol. We're thrilled to partner with Nextracker as the core anchor in this R&D center and as the leading solar technology company to take solar power generation to new heights."
Nextracker's new Brazilian R&D hub is modeled after the company's existing Center of Excellence facility co-located at their headquarters in Fremont, California (USA). Brazil's fast-growing pipeline of PV projects led Nextracker to choose the country for its largest investment in R&D and training outside of North America.
According to analyst firm Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables, Brazil's solar tracker market is growing four times as fast as the international market, with single-axis tracker installations having increased by 105% (or 5.7 GW) in 2021. Brazil has a goal to achieve 45% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030.
About Nextracker
With 70 GW of single-axis trackers delivered worldwide, Nextracker is a world leader in smart, integrated tracker solutions and software. Its solar trackers and intelligent software allow utility-scale solar power plants to track the movement of the sun and optimize the performance of these assets.
Notable Brazil projects include the Janaúba complex (1.2 GW) and Sol do Cerrado (766 MW). With a local workforce to support the complete life cycle of solar projects spanning sales, operations, and technical support, Nextracker has already supplied solar trackers to 16 utility-scale solar plants in Brazil, from Ceará to São Paulo.
The company entered the Brazilian market in 2015. Its administrative headquarters, factory, and training program for installers, PowerworX Academy, are in Sorocaba. Nextracker's PowerworX installer training academy provides cross-functional, hands-on instruction to solar workers on the fundamentals and finer points of the design, installation, commissioning, software, and operations and maintenance of Nextracker's advanced PV systems.
For more information, please visit: www.nextracker.com
About FIT
Founded in 2003, FIT - Institute of Technology is a national non-profit organization, accredited by the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation. FIT is a leading institute developing technological solutions for a wide range of industries; solutions that anticipate the needs of the market, industry, and people. With state-of-the-art equipment and a highly qualified team, FIT contributes to technological developments that surprise and reveal trends. We are building the future every day and bringing technology to everyone. For more information, please visit FIT.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Morning" game were:
3-2-0-8, FIREBALL: 4
(three, two, zero, eight; FIREBALL: four)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Morning" game were:
3-2-0-8, FIREBALL: 4
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By John Thornsberry, Pharm.D, A4M member, and certified in Hormone Replacement Therapy
RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) helps restore your natural hormone levels to what they were when you were younger. Anyone who experiences symptoms that might be related to hormone imbalance is a candidate for BHRT, including peri-menopausal, menopausal, and post-menopausal women; women who are estrogen-deficient; young women who are experiencing surgical primary ovarian insufficiency; and men struggling with andropause.
The benefits are numerous and include:
- Feeling more energetic
- Having fewer mood swings
- Losing weight
- Experiencing improved sex drive, sleep quality, and memory
- Reversing the symptoms of menopause
- Reducing the risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and other diseases
- Improving your quality of life and ability to work
Patients see noticeable results after three to six months of treatment, as symptoms lessen, and they start to feel better. BHRT generally does not interact with other medications, but some patients may experience side effects when first starting treatments. Dosages can be adjusted to manage such side effects.
To get started, visit a pharmacist who specializes in BHRT to discuss your symptoms and health medication history. Puramint pharmacists, for example, will give you saliva and/or blood test to help determine your current hormone function. Then, together with your physician, you and your pharmacist can work toward creating a customized treatment plan that may include estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, testosterone, thyroid levels, and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). As with any other medication, results may vary, but most patients experience life-changing results quickly.
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TELL CITY, Ind. (WISH) — Two 11-year-old boys from Perry County were accused of false reporting after making 911 calls about an active shooter at a Tell City elementary school.
Just before 3 p.m. Monday, Tell City dispatchers received three 911 calls from a child on a cell phone, the Tell City Police Department said in a statement.
The first two calls were ended when the caller hung up without saying anything. During the third call, the young caller reported an active shooter at William Tell Elementary School.
Police arrived at the school within minutes and quickly determined that there was no threat.
During the investigation that followed, a school resource officer learned that the phone calls were placed from inside a school bus that was headed away from the school. Soon after, the officer identified the two boys and “initiated criminal juvenile proceedings,” the police department says.
News 8 has reached out to the Perry County Prosecutor’s Office for additional information. | https://www.wishtv.com/news/11-year-old-tell-city-boys-accused-of-making-false-911-calls-about-active-shooter/ | 2022-08-16T16:46:25Z | https://www.wishtv.com/news/11-year-old-tell-city-boys-accused-of-making-false-911-calls-about-active-shooter/ | true |
As part of the cooperation, Check Point security software will be embedded in BBT.Live's secure connectivity package developed for service providers globally
TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BBT.Live (Be Broadband Technologies), founded by entrepreneur Moshe Levinson, and Security titan Check Point announced a cooperation agreement. As part of the cooperation, Check Point will strengthen and protect BBT.Live's communications components.
BBT.Live has developed an innovative software that enables service providers to offer cloud-based broadband connectivity packages as part of a secure range to business clients distributed across multiple offices, branches and remote home offices. In a world that increasingly relies on digitization, cloud-computing and work from anywhere, there is a growing demand from service providers for an all-inclusive solution that includes reliable, simple to operate and secure network communications.
To date, service providers have been forced to offer clumsy solutions that require multiple vendors and are difficult to deploy, resulting in low profitability. BBT.Live's technology is an all-in-one solution, providing network connectivity that integrates with any hardware or cloud environment with the highest level of security. The simplicity of the system and the ease of deployment that can be deployed remotely and within minutes, allow service providers to deliver excellent customer experience while significantly reducing IT, customer service and technical teams costs.
Check Point is a world leader in cyber security, offering security solutions across networks, computers, cloud environments, mobile devices and IoT devices. Under the cooperation agreement with BBT.Live, Check Point will deploy Quantum IoT Embedded as part of BBT.Live's software. Quantum IoT Embedded combines its innovative Nano-Agent® technology that monitors the activity of a device, identifies anomalies indicative of complex cyber-attacks and blocks them in real time.
Miri Ofir, R&D Director, Check Point: "The broad distribution of IoT devices in enterprises enables cyber attackers to enter organizational networks through them. In our experience, routers and communication devices provide attackers with an entry point into the organizational network. At present, a widespread cyber-attack named ZuoRAT is taking place on routers that are usually found in small organizations, branches and homes. It is estimated that thousands of organizations have been affected by this attack. The Nano Agent® that we embed in IoT devices identifies and blocks attack attempts in real time, including exploitation of Zero-Day vulnerabilities. We thank BBT.Live for their cooperation and are confident that their clients will be secured at the highest level".
Moshe Levinson, Founder and CEO, BBT.Live: "The cooperation with Check Point brings us great pride and is a vote of confidence in the product we have developed. There is no match to Check Point's capabilities in the field of security and we are delighted to have been chosen as their partner and for their assistance in delivering a complete and wholesome product to our customers."
About Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (www.checkpoint.com) is a leading provider of cyber security solutions to corporate enterprises and governments globally. Check Point's portfolio of solutions (Infinity) protects enterprises and public organizations from 5th generation cyber-attacks with an industry leading catch rate of malware, ransomware and other threats. Infinity comprises three core pillars delivering uncompromised security and 5th generation threat prevention across enterprise environments: Check Point Harmony, for remote users, Check Point CloudGuard, to automatically secure clouds, Check Point Quantum, to protect network perimeters and data centers. All controlled by the industry's most comprehensive, intuitive and unified security management. Check Point protects over 100,000 organizations of all sizes.
About BBT.Live
BBT.live has developed a unique, software-based solution to provide cloud-based secure connectivity to service providers and their customers in Israel and in the world. BBT.Live seeks to provide a simple and high-quality solution to service providers, enabling them to deliver excellent service to their clients while significantly increasing their average revenue per client. The company, founded in August 2020, has already signed contracts with communications giants such as Cellcom and its partners, as well as with global companies such as Intel, Dell and Advantech, which integrate BBT.Live's system into their products. The company is led by an experienced and highly skilled team, including Prof. David Hay, head of the Cyber Security Research Center at the Hebrew University (HUJ), Dani Harari, Brig. General (res.) and formerly head of 8200 Unit, as well as a team of experts in the field of communications and security.
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(The Hill) — Tuesday’s primaries in Alaska and Wyoming will help set the tone for November’s general elections, with a number of critical contests at stake.
In Wyoming, Rep. Liz Cheney is in a fight for her political life as she faces Harriet Hageman, who has the endorsement of former President Donald Trump, in the state’s Republican House primary. At the same time, incumbent Sen. Lisa Murkowski will also face off for the first time against Trump-backed Kelly Tshibaka and other candidates in Alaska’s Republican Senate primary. Tuesday will also test former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) as she seeks to make a comeback to elected office in the state’s special congressional election.
Here are five things to watch ahead of Tuesday’s primaries.
Can Cheney outperform expectations?
Cheney will face a steep climb in Tuesday’s primary against Hageman as polls show the incumbent congresswoman trailing the Trump-backed challenger and as other House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump lose their own primaries.
A Wyoming Survey & Analysis Center poll released last week showed Hageman leading Cheney 57 percent to 28 percent, while a separate Casper Star Tribune poll conducted by Mason-Dixon Polling showed Hageman leading 52 to 30 percent.
On top of that, various House Republicans who voted to impeach the former president, including Reps. Jaime Herrera Beutler (Wash.), Peter Meijer (Mich.) and Tom Rice (S.C.), have lost their primaries to Trump-backed primary challengers in recent months.
But while many pundits and strategists are predicting the end of Cheney’s career in Congress for the moment, others say the incumbent congresswoman could do better than the polls suggest, even if she’ll still likely lose. Cheney has led the fundraising race, with outside money pouring in, opening the door to various campaign resources.
Other experts point to the potential impact crossover Democratic voting could have on the race, predicting that it could give her a helpful boost. The New York Times reported in June that registered Democrats in Wyoming were receiving mail from Cheney’s campaign that contained instructions on how to change their party registration so they could cast ballots for her in the primary. Additionally, Cheney has received support from Democratic lawmakers, including Reps. Tom Malinowski (N.J.) and Dean Phillips (Minn.), who cut ads for her in Wyoming.
Will Palin be coming to Congress?
In Alaska, voters will decide whether to send Palin, a 2008 vice presidential candidate and former governor of the state, to Capitol Hill.
Palin is running in the special election for Alaska’s at-large congressional seat, which was previously held by the late Rep. Don Young (R). The former governor is running against fellow Republican Nick Begich III and Democrat Mary Peltola. While Palin has received Trump’s endorsement, it’s unclear how she will perform in Tuesday’s primary as a result of the new ranked-choice voting system. The new system could benefit candidates such as Begich, given that a traditional primary would have brought out a more conservative base that would likely rally around Palin. Additionally, recent polls show Palin trailing Begich and Peltola.
Because of the new system, the winner of the special election won’t be known for days. Significantly, Palin is on Tuesday’s ballot twice: Once for the special election and again for the at-large House primary featuring dozens of candidates. If she advances to the November general election, she could still have a chance to join Congress, even if she loses the special election this week.
Does Alaska’s voting process go off without a hitch?
Alaska’s special election will mark the first race in the state’s history that will use the ranked-choice voting system.
The state adopted the process in 2020 as a result of a ballot measure approved by voters. Supporters of the process argue that it will lead to less partisanship.
In ranked-choice voting, a candidate needs more than 50 percent of the vote to be declared the winner outright. If the front-runner doesn’t have that percentage of the vote, the candidate with the fewest votes that round drops off the ballot, and those who ranked that candidate first will have their votes go to their second choice. The process continues until a candidate has more than 50 percent of the vote.
The state’s special House race election will be the only race with ranked-choice voting on Tuesday, but it will provide a preview of how other candidates running in races such as the state’s Senate election will do in November.
How does Murkowski do in the primary?
Voters will get their first look at how Murkowski performs in a primary against a Trump-backed challenger on Tuesday, but the results may not be indicative of November’s general election results.
Unlike in the special House election, Tuesday’s Senate primary will not involve ranked-choice voting. Tuesday will showcase an all-party primary in which the top four voter-getters will advance to the general election; then, in November, the winner will be declared according to ranked-choice voting. Murkowski is not expected to lead in Tuesday’s primary, because the environment will likely favor more partisan candidates such as Tshibaka. However, experts say that once it’s time for the general election, Murkowski will gain more support from Democratic and independent voters, giving her an advantage over Tshibaka.
Still, Tuesday’s Senate primary will be viewed by some as a test of Trump’s political clout in the state. The former president has made it his mission to work to oust Murkowski from office as a result of her vote to convict him during his second impeachment trial. And while Trump won the state by roughly 10 points, Murkowski enjoys a high approval rating in Alaska. According to data released by Morning Consult, 46 percent of Alaska voters say they approve of Murkowski’s job performance, while 39 percent say they disapprove.
What does voter turnout look like?
Tuesday’s primaries come as recent events have turned up the volume in an already extremely partisan political environment in the country. Last week, the country was rocked by news that the FBI searched Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, seizing a number of documents that were deemed classified. An unsealed warrant, which was approved by a federal judge, shows the FBI executed the warrant while investigating whether the Espionage Act had been violated.
Republicans, particularly those loyal to Trump, have pounced on the news, criticizing the FBI and Justice Department over the move to search Trump’s property. Conservatives have also used the news to rally their political base, a move that could stand to boost turnout in highly partisan primaries.
On the Democratic side, it’s unclear how President Biden’s recent wins, including the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, will impact the party’s turnout in the primaries or if the prospect of Hageman in Congress will drive Wyoming Democrats to vote for Cheney. Regardless, turnout in Tuesday’s primaries could help read the tea leaves going into November. | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/national-news/five-things-to-watch-in-alaska-wyoming-primaries/ | 2022-08-16T16:48:19Z | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/national-news/five-things-to-watch-in-alaska-wyoming-primaries/ | true |
WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The team at The Driscoll Firm is proud to announce that they have secured a $299 million judgment against the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of families of U.S. service members wounded or killed in terrorist attacks in Iraq. The Driscoll Firm is committed to fighting for the rights of servicemembers and military families in all branches of the armed forces. We are proud to help them seek the answers, compensation, and justice they deserve. This judgment is a historic victory for these families, and we are honored to represent them.
From 2005 to 2008, 17 members of the U.S. military were injured or killed in fifteen separate terrorist attacks in Iraq. The Driscoll Firm brought the federal civil lawsuit, Pennington v. Islamic Republic of Iran, on behalf of servicemembers who were injured and the estates and families of those killed.
The plaintiffs successfully sought damages for economic and psychological injuries under the terrorism exception to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act (FSIA). The defendant, as expected, did not appear in court, leading The Driscoll Firm to move for a default judgment on behalf of the plaintiffs, which was granted by U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg.
The lawsuit claimed that EFPs (explosively formed penetrators) were used in the attacks. Commonly referred to as "roadside bombs," these weapons are capable of causing severe or fatal injuries. In 2015, then Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey testified that hundreds of Americans had been killed by these devices. The terrorist attacks in question occurred in Iraq, but the court determined that the Islamic Republic of Iran provided material support or resources to those responsible for the attacks.
The families and estates of those injured or killed individuals first took legal action against Iran in March of 2019. Now, after more than three years, they have finally obtained the justice they deserve.
Attorney John J. Driscoll says of the judgment:
"We're very proud of the large judgment that we have obtained for our clients. Each one of them is a hero. Our clients and the family members that support them have given so much for our country. We are pleased that we could do something to help and honor them."
The Driscoll Firm is a nationally recognized civil litigation firm with a strong track record of providing top-notch representation to military servicemembers, veterans, and their families. For more information about our firm, visit CampLeJeune.com or call us at (888) 209-0003.
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Newly launched additional transformer to rectify voltage defects
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Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday inaugurated, via video-conferencing, an additional transformer at Chinnakattalai substation in Sedapatti Panchayat Union in Madurai district.
An additional transformer of 25 MVA (megavolt-amperes) capacity at a cost of ₹2.41 crore at the 110/33-11 kV substation at Chinnakattalai village was among the 16 new substations and 55 upgraded transformers inaugurated across the State on behalf of Tangedco.
The Mangalrevu power line and the 33 kV Peraiyur line run from Chinnakattalai substation, said a press release.
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The newly launched additional transformer would enable rectification of voltage defects and meet the additional power demand in more than 15 villages including Mangalrevu, Peraiyur, Saptur, Kottaipatti, Thottanampatti, Saluppapatti, and Kudiseri/
Collector S. Aneesh inspected the functioning of the new transformer.
Tangedco Superintending Engineer Mangalanathan, Executive Engineer Azhagu Manimaran and other officials were present.
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(WXIN) – Walmart hopes to entice customers to its Walmart+ service by adding some free streaming.
The retailer will soon be offering a Paramount+ subscription to Walmart+ members at no additional charge.
The new benefit will be available starting next month, Walmart announced. Members will be subscribed to the Paramount+ Essential tier, which is the service’s ad-supported version.
The company’s Walmart+ service currently offers free shipping with no minimum order, free same-day grocery delivery from local Walmart locations and fuel discounts, among other benefits. But Walmart is apparently aiming to grow its subscriber base as it tries to compete with Amazon, whose Prime subscription boasts a number of consumer benefits, including Prime Video.
Walmart+ currently costs $12.95 a month, or $98 per year. A subscription to the Paramount+ Essential tier typically goes for $4.99 a month, or about $60 a year.
Paramount+ began its life in the streaming world as CBS All Access. The service was rebranded under the Paramount banner in March 2021. The platform offers CBS and Paramount content, including Paramount Movies, select sports, several “Star Trek” shows and more.
Paramount+ is also home to original content and recent theatrical releases such as “The Lost City,” “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins.” | https://www.wfla.com/nextstar-news-wire/walmart-adds-free-paramount-streaming-for-subscribers/ | 2022-08-16T16:51:43Z | https://www.wfla.com/nextstar-news-wire/walmart-adds-free-paramount-streaming-for-subscribers/ | true |
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since Rutter's February announcement launching a move beyond commerce and payment processor integrations and into accounting, the company has made significant progress towards its mission of being the single, universal API for commerce and business financial data, announcing:
- Coverage for all the major accounting platforms in the US and UK which cover over 85% of businesses
- Major customers like Mercury, Baton Market, Brightflow and several others choosing Rutter over Codat for accounting integrations
- Growth of Rutter employee count by 5x and revenue by 4x to date in 2022
"Our customers consistently call out our reliability, platform coverage, and customer support as differentiators versus other accounting API providers like Codat" said CEO, Peter Zhou, "and have been transitioning their accounting integrations to reap the benefits of Rutter across even more integrations."
Over the last 8 months, Rutter has used their Series A funding from a16z to grow the team from 10 to 50 people and added marquee customers like Ramp, Mercury, Parafin, and Airwallex.
Rutter's current accounting integrations include Quickbooks (Online and Desktop), Xero, Sage (Business Cloud and Intacct), Netsuite, and Freshbooks which means the majority of businesses' accounting data in the US and in the UK can be reliably connected through Rutter's API. Rutter continues to invest in building more integrations and expects to release dozens of additional platforms in the next few months.
Fintechs struggle to get access to all the business financial data they need (banking, accounting, and commerce) in a systematic, structured manner. Rutter initially filled that void for commerce and is excited to expand into accounting and help fintechs paint a holistic financial picture of their customers quickly and efficiently.
Mercury's Business Lead for its Capital division, Parker Wilf, notes in a blogpost announcing Rutter and Mercury working together, "We're eager to revolutionize the venture debt application process with Rutter. We believe that digitizing the diligence and underwriting process is an industry-first that will make applying for venture debt much quicker and more seamless for our customers."
Rutter is the Universal API for reading and writing data across different commerce platforms, marketplaces, accounting systems, and payment processors. Rutter makes it easier for companies to access data to offer data-driven loans, underwrite merchants and SMBs, launch in new marketplaces, and more. Visit www.rutter.com to learn more.
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Drop + The Lord of the Rings premium mechanical keyboards are available for pre-order August 16
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As The Lord of the Rings fans know, "all's well that ends better," and the new Drop + The Lord of the Rings (LOTR) keyboards accomplishes just that with the first-ever officially licensed keyboards from the legendary fantasy franchise. The collaboration with Middle-earth Enterprises is bringing high performance, high fandom style mechanical keyboards to market for enthusiasts.
Developed by Drop as a follow up to its MT3 The Lord of the Rings keycap set, the Drop + The Lord of the Rings keyboards provide a cohesive, pre-built product for the series' passionate fans that can easily be customized with additional LOTR accent keys and artisan keycaps.* Both keyboards reflect the saga's intricate details and iconic imagery, with the Dwarvish keyboard's design based on the Doors of Durin while the Elvish keyboard's design features a stylized version of the Two Trees of Valinor. The Dwarvish and Elvish keyboards also feature Dwarvish and Elvish characters on the keycaps, allowing users to express themselves in these masterfully created intricate languages.
"The Elvish and Dwarvish languages were created from the genius of J.R.R Tolkien. With our keycap sets, and now, our fully built, premium-grade mechanical keyboards, our community can now enjoy the beauty and mythology of these languages in a whole new way," said Jef Holove, CEO, Drop. "We're proud to continue the collaboration with Middle-earth Enterprises to offer the first-ever officially licensed The Lord of the Rings keyboards for fans throughout the realm."
"We couldn't be more excited about these lore inspired high quality keyboards by our friends at Drop. We're pretty sure anyone who uses a keyboard and loves Middle-earth will want to get their hands on one or two of these," said the spokes-folk at Middle-earth Enterprises.
Built with premium materials for an enthusiast-level look and feel, The Lord of the Rings keyboards come fully assembled with the MT3 The Lord of the Rings keycaps, Holy Panda X Switches, and Drop Phantom Stabilizers. The keyboards also come with a training version of the keycaps which include traditional English characters, providing additional flexibility to users.
Keyboard features:
- Dwarvish keyboard - Black ENTR anodized aluminum case with upgraded switches and stabilizers and Drop + The Lord of the Rings MT3 Dwarvish Keycap Set
- Elvish keyboard - Green ENTR anodized aluminum case with upgraded switches and stabilizers and Drop + The Lord of the Rings MT3 Elvish Keycap Set
- 87 keys
- Tenkeyless layout
- Holy Panda X Switches
- Drop Phantom Stabilizers
- USB-C Connectivity
- 3-year standard warranty
For those looking to further embellish their Dwarvish and Elvish keyboards, users can add the One Ring to their collection with the Drop + The Lord of the Rings The One Ring Artisan Keycaps. Delicately handcrafted, these keycaps commemorate three iconic locations from the series, including Mount Doom, the Anduin River, and Lothlórien, representing the One Ring's journey through Middle-earth. The keycaps are available for purchase here.
The Drop + The Lord of the Rings Dwarvish and Elvish keyboards are available for pre-order for $169 each starting August 16, 2022, and pre-order shipments will arrive by early October.
For more information, please visit: https://drop.com/featured/lotr
*Artisan keycaps sold separately
Anduin, One Ring, Lothlórien, Doors of Durin and The Lord of the Rings and the names of the items, places, characters and events therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company dba Middle-earth Enterprises (SZC) and are used under license by Drop.
About Drop
Drop is driven by a passionate group of creators and technophiles who tap into feedback and insights from its enthusiast community – millions strong – to design and curate Drop's selection of products. Drop listens to, digests, and analyzes community feedback in the creation of Drop products, and collaborates with leading brands to improve upon existing products in a way that is relevant to the Drop community. Drop is continuously broadening its workspace product focus into new categories to ensure it brings its community the technology they need to thrive.
About Middle-earth Enterprises
Inspired by a deep appreciation for the fictional world created by J.R.R. Tolkien, Middle-earth Enterprises is dedicated to working with businesses providing quality products in accordance with best green business and sustainability practices including fair trade, equality in the workplace, and a commitment to protect our earth, its wondrous beauty and the viability of every living creature. Middle-earth Enterprises has been producing and licensing films, merchandise and stage productions based on The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit books for more than four decades. With headquarters located in Berkeley, California, its website may be found at www.middleearth.com.
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Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the iShares J.P. Morgan USD Emerging Markets Bond ETF (Symbol: EMB) where we have detected an approximate $594.0 million dollar inflow -- that's a 3.7% increase week over week in outstanding units (from 177,900,000 to 184,500,000). The chart below shows the one year price performance of EMB, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, EMB's low point in its 52 week range is $81.87 per share, with $113.64 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $88.91. Comparing the most recent share price to the 200 day moving average can also be a useful technical analysis technique -- learn more about the 200 day moving average ».
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) trade just like stocks, but instead of ''shares'' investors are actually buying and selling ''units''. These ''units'' can be traded back and forth just like stocks, but can also be created or destroyed to accommodate investor demand. Each week we monitor the week-over-week change in shares outstanding data, to keep a lookout for those ETFs experiencing notable inflows (many new units created) or outflows (many old units destroyed). Creation of new units will mean the underlying holdings of the ETF need to be purchased, while destruction of units involves selling underlying holdings, so large flows can also impact the individual components held within ETFs.
The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc. | https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/emb%3A-large-inflows-detected-at-etf-0 | 2022-08-16T16:53:38Z | https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/emb%3A-large-inflows-detected-at-etf-0 | false |
DOVER, Fla. — A man is dead after he was hit by a car while riding his bicycle in Dover, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said, adding that a search continues for the person responsible.
It happened around 9:15 p.m. on Aug. 13 on Sydney Dover Road near Dover Ranch Road. Deputies said when they arrived at the crash scene, they found a man with upper body trauma.
Investigators said he had been riding his bicycle near or in the northbound lane of Sydney Dover Road when he was hit by an unknown car. The driver left the crash before deputies arrived.
Detectives said they believe a small, dark-colored pickup truck may be what the person responsible was driving.
"Fleeing the scene of a crash is not only cruel, but it's also illegal," Sheriff Chad Chronister said. "This victim's family deserves answers, and our detectives are working diligently to solve this case. If anyone has information or recognizes this vehicle, please contact us immediately."
Anyone with information on this deadly crash is asked to call the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at 813-247-8200. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/bicyclist-deadly-hit-and-run-pickup-truck-dover-florida/67-ff7c88e5-e249-4474-bb9d-d78606426c68 | 2022-08-16T16:54:28Z | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/bicyclist-deadly-hit-and-run-pickup-truck-dover-florida/67-ff7c88e5-e249-4474-bb9d-d78606426c68 | true |
WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As students head back to class this fall, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents, teachers, and students to "Put Safety in Your Backpack" this school year. From backpacks to playgrounds, classroom chemistry experiments to college housing, consumers should watch for hidden hazards students encounter daily.
Following these safety tips as students head back to class can help to prevent injuries before they occur:
For elementary and middle school-bound students:
*Backpacks:
Make sure backpacks for students are not too heavy.
From 2019 to 2021, there were an estimated annual average of 1,200 backpack-related injuries to children under 19 years old treated in emergency rooms.
*Playgrounds:
Remove neck or waist drawstrings from sweatshirts and jackets and remove necklaces to prevent strangulation hazards. Check for sharp points or edges on playground equipment. Do not play on slides or other surfaces that are burning hot.
From 2019 to 2021, there were an estimated annual average of 155,900 playground-related injuries to children under the age of 16.
For high school-bound students:
*Classroom Chemistry Experiments:
Minimize the risk of injuries to students from open flames in chemistry experiments.
Parents: Attend back-to-school night or contact the teacher and ask about precautions that will be taken during experiments using fuels and flames.
Schools and teachers: Conduct a hazard analysis and take proper precautions. Consider safer demonstrations, such as a flame test instead of a rainbow experiment. If pouring flammable liquids, use the smallest beakers possible, and keep larger containers out of the classroom. Do not use flasks.
*Bicycles and E-scooters:
Watch CPSC's video on e-scooter safety.
Wear a helmet to help protect your head in falls and collisions. Knee and elbow pads can also help to prevent injury.
Follow all manufacturer directions and check the e-scooter's safety information, such as weight and age limits.
Check for damage before riding e-scooters, ensure that handlebars, brakes, throttle, bell, lights, tires, cables, and frame are in good condition. Damage to the e-scooter can cause loss of control and crashes.
Always test the brakes for how long it takes to stop the e-scooter, and to be prepared for emergency stops. Stopping distance can vary significantly, depending on the scooter.
See and be seen, wear reflective clothing! E-scooters are small, quick and silent, making it difficult for others to spot operators. Expect vehicle drivers and pedestrians not to see you.
Use the bell/horn to alert others and do not make abrupt, unpredictable movements.
Always be present and never allow the e-scooter battery to charge while unattended. Only use the charger that came with the device.
Avoid overcharging. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper charging.
For college-bound students:
*Fire Safety:
Check that there are smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in the student's housing and make sure the alarms are working.
CPSC recommends having smoke alarms on every level of a home, inside each bedroom and outside sleeping areas.
Carbon monoxide alarms should be on every level and outside sleeping areas.
Make sure there are two ways out from each room and a clear path to the outside from each exit.
Keep combustibles away from heat sources and do not overload electrical outlets, extension cords and power strips.
Report any dangerous product or a product-related injury on www.SaferProducts.gov.
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Last Great Salmon of the Season Available Now
CORDOVA, Alaska, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska's Copper River Coho, in season from mid-August through September, signals the shift from summer to fall. Renowned as "The Last Great Salmon of the Season", Copper River coho lends itself to an array of preparations and pairs naturally with the flavors of late August as well as with the cozier flavors of autumn such as apples, squashes, root vegetables and earthy mushrooms.
Harvested sustainably according to strict guidelines set by Alaska Department of Fish and Game, these salmon are treasured for their delicate texture and mild flavor. The last of the salmon species to return to the majestic glacial fed Copper River Delta every summer, they average 12 pounds each and are naturally rich in protein and heart healthy omega three fatty acids. (One 7-ounce portion has 8 grams protein and 2200 mg omega 3s). Available fresh, they can be grilled over cedar planks which imbues a rich woodsy flavor. The fillets are equally versatile prepared stovetop or in the oven. Baked on a sheet pan over diced vegetables and herbs such as thyme and rosemary, they make a simple flavorful midweek dinner. Seared in a sauté pan and perched atop creamy risotto or cannellini beans, they become a delicious, nutritious, and elegant entrée for entertaining.
With the season underway, Copper River coho is being shipped fresh from Cordova to wholesale distributors, supermarkets, and fish markets nationwide. Adam Branin, Seafood Buyer for Quality Food Centers (QFC) based in Bellevue, Washington, reports, "It's been a great season this year for Wild Salmon and especially Copper River! Our customers have really responded when we have advertised Copper River Sockeye at great retails this year. They know how special Copper River is and that's why we are going to lean into Copper River Coho as well. We are excited about being able to sell such amazing fish this late in the season where people are still looking for great wild fish to grill outside and take advantage of the gorgeous weather we are having in the Pacific Northwest!"
To locate Copper River Coho in your area, check the Fish Locator on the Copper River website. Basic tips for cooking Copper River salmon can be also found on the Association's website, along with recipes. For inspiration, check out the Copper River Chef's Roll video which features Chef Mikel Anthony pan searing it and basting it with butter, thyme, and garlic.
The Copper River/Prince William Sound Marketing Association, a fishermen funded regional seafood development association, works on behalf of the 500+ commercial salmon fishermen of Coastal South-Central Alaska. The association works to build brand awareness and consumer preference for wild Copper River king, sockeye and coho as well as Prince William Sound sockeye, keta, and pink salmon.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that for the second year in a row, Connatix has achieved recognition on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
Connatix was ranked 2,882 on the list with a three-year growth rate of 189%. Connatix's impressive growth has been propelled by continuous product innovations for both advertisers and publishers including the launch of Deep Contextual, the most intuitive solution for smarter video advertising, and last year's launch of Marketplace, a unique content library designed to help publishers expand their video libraries with content that supports their current strategies. To support the growing demand for these solutions, Connatix received a significant investment from Court Square Capital Partners, leading to office expansion in major markets including Chicago and London.
"We recognized that the cookie-free world requires Deep Contextual targeting driven by the power of AI to match audiences with relevant ads, and this has been a huge driver of our company growth," stated David Kashak CEO and Founder. "We started Connatix to help publishers and advertisers succeed with video, and now we've grown into one of the most technologically advanced companies out there with first-to-market video capabilities that have increased revenue for publishers and given advertisers the most direct path to the page and unparalleled campaign scale. This focus and superior offerings have resulted in exponential growth, placing us on this impressive list for the second year in a row."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Since its inception in 2014, Connatix continues to trailblaze the next generation of video experiences that captivate consumers thereby maximizing advertiser and publisher returns. The rapidly expanding company offers the leading end-to-end platform featuring the foremost online video player, proprietary AI technology that analyzes both page and video content for deeper contextual targeting, turn-key engaging formats, and an integrated ad-server and exchange, all purpose-built for video. The company works with over 3,000 publishers and more than 1,000 advertisers worldwide and recently expanded to the UK market with a new office in London.
For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
For more information on Connatix, visit www.connatix.com.
CONTACT:
Lorene Bagley-Kane, Purpose Worldwide, Lorene@purposenorthamerica.com 307-713-1043.
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
Connatix is a video technology company for publishers and advertisers. We believe in the power of engaging content and are on a mission to help publishers and advertisers deliver successful videos without compromise. With a cutting-edge video player, optimization engine, and suite of turn-key video monetization formats, publishers can amplify video revenue while delivering engaging experiences. With first-to-market video capabilities, Connatix sits at the forefront of content innovation and is building a new generation of video experiences that are optimized for publisher and advertiser success. Connatix works with over 500 publishers across 4,000 sites and 1,000+ advertisers worldwide and was named a Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Company, one of the fastest growing companies on the Inc. 5000 list, and has been recognized as an AdExchanger Programmatic Player for two consecutive years. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in New York City with offices in London, Tel Aviv, Israel, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, Miami, Florida, and Chicago, Illinois.
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Fractional marketing consultancy secures spot in Inc. 5000 for first time
NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that Magnetude has been named to the Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"Magnetude recently celebrated its tenth anniversary, and this recognition is indicative of the amazing growth we've seen in our business," Natalie Nathanson, CEO and founder, Magnetude said. "From our formational years as a bootstrapped marketing team to becoming a leader in advancing fractional marketing as a discipline, specializing in the B2B tech sector, Magnetude is entering a high growth phase to help clients round out their marketing teams. We are honored at our inclusion in the Inc. 5000."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Magnetude has played a crucial role in advancing fractional marketing for companies that need diverse marketing expertise to drive growth initiatives. As marketing's complexity, driven by digital, has become micro-specialized, the fractional model fills the gaps for companies, providing experienced consultants to lead or support efforts across every marketing discipline.
"When I got into marketing, we were fighting for a seat at the table," Nathanson said. "We've seen businesses go through a 180 and recognize the business and revenue ROI that marketing drives and they've rightfully invested. At the same time, we're seeing businesses fight tooth and nail for the best talent and the reality is there are just not enough experienced marketers out there that understand the complexity of the disciplines and technologies, and specific industry expertise, that is driving our success."
CONTACT:
Phil LeClare
Magnetude
phil@magnetudeconsulting.com
617-209-9406
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
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Several residents expressed concerns about potential truck traffic, noise and air pollution from diesel gas fumes from warehouses proposed near their Plainfield Township homes.
CRG Services Management has proposed building two warehouses in the township at 905 Pennsylvania Ave., also known as Route 512, in Plainfield Township. The developer’s plan was tabled Monday by the township’s planning commission
Planning Commission Chairman Paul Levits told the Constitution Avenue residents who complained about the project that the property has been zoned for industrial use for decades. The developer has the right to build warehouses in accordance with the township’s zoning ordinance, he said.
CRG has proposed building 786,000-square-foot and 308,000-square-foot warehouses on the property. There is also space on the 139 acre-site for future development.
The commission tabled the review and may vote in September or October whether to recommend if township supervisors should grant preliminary/final land development approval.
Regardless of which way the commission recommends, supervisors would then need to vote whether to grant the approval.
The planning commission both granted and denied several waivers for the project. The waiver requests covered required engineering plan sizes, scales and various requirements to be shown on the plans.
Plans call for the creation of an access road through the property.
One entrance will be on Route 512 across from Waste Management’s Grand Central Sanitary Landfill.
The road will run through the property and connect to North Broadway just south of Constitution Avenue near RPM Metals.
An engineer representing CRG said in October the proposed development is projected to generate 1,906 vehicle trips per average weekday. That estimate included 1,248 passenger vehicle trips and 658 truck trips per day.
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Abbi Jacobson has knocked it out of the park.
The A League of Their Own co-creator and star celebrated the success of the Prime Video series, which seeks to include new stories that were left out of the 1992 film. "I've been pretty blown away by the response this weekend," the Broad City alum tweeted Aug. 15. "I was really changed learning about this generation of women. I feel really proud of this show + to know its resonating with people really means a lot."
Continuing, Abbi noted that some viewers, however, haven't been all that receptive to the diverse stories the show is telling. "I have seen a lot of people angry and mad at our inclusion of more experiences (POC, QWOC, queer) and that anger (aka fear) has only made me more sure about why this reimagining needed to be made," she explained. "[It's] why representation matters so much."
Abbi's tweets come just a few days after sharing her desire to diversify the beloved movie in an Aug. 14 interview with The Daily Show's Trevor Noah. She admitted the writers were "full-on" when it came to showcasing POC and LGBTQ+ people, joking there's no "alluding" whatsoever.
"Women playing baseball, some of them are going to be queer," Abbi said. "And none of them were in the film, even though it's kind of this iconic gay movie. But no one's gay in it!"
She continued, "The more research we did, the more we found out that this was a really queer league. And queer people didn't just show up at Stonewall, like we've been around forever."
Abbi acknowledged that the 1992 film, directed by Penny Marshall, didn't include gay women or people of color, but added, "In '92, I think Penny couldn't tell that story as thoroughly as we can now."
The stars of the Prime Video series have also spoken about the importance of including more diverse stories. As Melanie Field, who plays Jo Deluca, told E! News Aug. 12, "I just hope that people watch the show and are reminded that your dreams really do matter, even if you're in a world or a circumstance or a home or an environment where it doesn't feel like anyone really supports it or is interested. Stay committed to your dreams."
A League of Their Own is streaming now on Prime Video. | https://www.eonline.com/news/1342197/abbi-jacobson-fires-back-at-angry-critics-of-a-league-of-their-own-diverse-storylines | 2022-08-16T17:07:53Z | https://www.eonline.com/news/1342197/abbi-jacobson-fires-back-at-angry-critics-of-a-league-of-their-own-diverse-storylines | false |
LONDON (AP) — A law has taken effect in Scotland to ensure period products are available free of charge to anyone who needs them.
The Scottish government said it became the first in the world to legally protect the right to access free period products when its Period Products Act came into force Monday.
Under the new law, schools, colleges and universities as well as local government bodies must make a range of period products available for free in their bathrooms. The Scottish government already invested millions of pounds since 2017 to fund free period products in educational institutions, but the law makes it a legal requirement.
A mobile phone app also helps people find the nearest place — such as the local library or community center — where they can pick up period products.
“Providing access to free period products is fundamental to equality and dignity, and removes the financial barriers to accessing them,” Scottish Social Justice Secretary Shona Robison said.
“This is more important than ever at a time when people are making difficult choices due to the cost of living crisis and we never want anyone to be in a position where they cannot access period products,” she added.
The bill, which was passed unanimously in 2020, was introduced by Scottish Parliament lawmaker Monica Lennon, who had campaigned against “period poverty” — when someone who needs sanitary products can’t afford them.
The Scottish government said its move was world-leading, with countries including South Korea and New Zealand taking similar approaches. | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/period-products-free-to-all-under-new-scottish-law/ | 2022-08-16T17:08:15Z | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/period-products-free-to-all-under-new-scottish-law/ | false |
Wendy's Breakfast Menu Expands with a Taste of Nostalgia, Bringing Sweet Addition to the Savory Lineup
DENVER, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Wendy's® is sweetening its breakfast lineup with the addition of its NEW Homestyle French Toast Sticks, available in Denver restaurants beginning today. As the first sweet breakfast menu addition, this treat serves up syrupy goodness for fans in the 303 looking for a flavorful way to start their morning – whether at home or on-the-go.
Each bite of Homestyle French Toast Sticks delivers a mouthful of flavor striking the perfect balance of a soft, custardy interior and crisp, golden-brown crust with delicious notes of vanilla. Fans can pair this classic breakfast option with a new syrup dip to complement the flavor profile. Breakfast lovers can dip into a variety of size options, including a 4-piece or 6-piece a la carte option or a 6-piece combo featuring Seasoned Potatoes and a beverage.
Homestyle French Toast Sticks are available NOW at restaurants across the Mile High City.
Wendy's launched breakfast offerings to save fans from the boring and bland morning options that exist at competitors. The sweet new addition continues to deliver on its promise of offering high-quality, craveable and affordable breakfast options.
Place an order through the Wendy's mobile app or order in-restaurant at your nearest Wendy's. When ordering directly from the Wendy's app or with your MyWendy's™ account online, you'll earn points to treat yourself all. year. long. with Wendy's Rewards™.*
The only question that remains... will you enjoy your Homestyle French Toast Sticks with a dip, dunk, or drizzle?
Wendy's was founded in 1969 by Dave Thomas in Columbus, Ohio. Dave built his business on the premise, "Quality Is Our Recipe®", which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Wendy's is best known for its made-to-order square hamburgers, using fresh, never frozen beef**, freshly-prepared salads, and other signature items like chili, baked potatoes and the Frosty® dessert. The Wendy's Company is committed to doing the right thing and making a positive difference in the lives of others. This is most visible through the Company's support of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® and its signature Wendy's Wonderful Kids® program, which seeks to find a loving, forever home for every child in the North American foster care system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across approximately 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand. For details on franchising, connect with us at www.wendys.com/franchising. Visit www.wendys.com and www.squaredealblog.com for more information and connect with us on Twitter and Instagram using @wendys, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/wendys.
*Wendy's Rewards available at participating U.S. Wendy's. My Wendy's™ account registration and use required to earn points and redeem rewards. Points have no monetary value. See www.wendys.com/Rewards for details.
**Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska, and Canada.
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PHOENIX, Ariz. (KNXV) — Her feet may be back on the ground, but Xitlali Vazquez’s thoughts and eyes remain on the sky.
The 17-year-old recently returned to her home in Arizona after spending eight weeks in North Carolina. She was selected as one of just 20 high schoolers across the nation to attend the elite National Flight Academy.
“You just feel this warm rush of heat running through your body. It’s really this excitement that you feel. You feel a sense of freedom,” said Xitlali.
Soaring thousands of feet in the sky, she sees her future as a military combat pilot on the horizon. Xitlali said she would be the first in her family to serve.
“When I first expressed interest in the military to my family, they were surprised, they were like, 'Ok, you're the first one to join the military, or show any interest in joining the military and you want to be a pilot,'” said Xitlali.
Since then, they’ve been on a mission to make her dreams come true. But flight time and training are extremely expensive. That’s why the straight “A” student applied to the Navy’s program.
“It was just an amazing opportunity, my family didn’t have to worry about paying for my flight training and that’s just amazing,” said Xitlali.
The eight-week camp hosted at Elizabeth City State University combined rigorous air and ground training from top instructors. Xitlali eventually left with 46 flight hours, something that would normally cost $48,000.
Xitlali’s NJROTC Chief Corey Stevens says it’s her dedication and determination that will lead her to achieve her private pilot's license before her 18th birthday.
“She knows how to get there, and if there’s an obstacle in her way, she’ll either go around it or blow right through it,” said Stevens.
But it’s her ambition and ability that’s sure to land her in the cockpit of a fighter jet flying for our country’s military.
“I’ll do whatever it takes to get there. It’s worth it to me. There’s a lot of pride when you put on that uniform,” said Xitlali. “I can’t wait to serve my country and I can’t wait to wear that flight suit for my day job.”
Xitlali hopes to be accepted into the Air Force Academy when she completes high school.
This story was originally reported by Cameron Polom on abc15.com. | https://www.kbzk.com/news/national/17-year-old-girl-attends-elite-national-flight-academy | 2022-08-16T17:09:16Z | https://www.kbzk.com/news/national/17-year-old-girl-attends-elite-national-flight-academy | true |
Pomelo launches a new type of credit card that enables families in the US to extend their credit abroad while avoiding expensive remittance fees – an industry first
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomelo announced a Series Seed of $20 million in venture capital and $50m in warehouse facility for a total of $70m in seed financing, and is the first company to combine credit and international money transfer. Pomelo also announced its official launch and availability to serve its first corridor, the Philippines. Keith Rabois at Founders Fund as well as Kevin Hartz, Co-Founder of Xoom and General Partner, at A* Capital led the round with Afore Capital, Xfund, Josh Buckley, the Chainsmokers, and the Weeknd also investing in the round.
"Pomelo is on a mission to change how international money transfer fundamentally works," said Eric Velasquez Frenkiel, Pomelo founder and CEO. "Our goal is to help our customers establish their financial future here in the United States by building positive credit history with their existing remittance obligations, and to financially include their loved ones in emerging economies with access to modern financial instruments. For many of our customers, Pomelo is their first credit card here in the US and the very first card for their loved ones overseas."
Frenkiel brings entrepreneurship and engineering experience from his previous work at other startups. Prior to founding Pomelo, he co-founded Singlestore, now valued at over $1 billion, which he led as CEO from 2011 to 2017. A graduate of Stanford University's School of Engineering and early engineer at Meta, Frenkiel was previously named on the Forbes 30 under 30 list of technology innovators for Singlestore. Frenkiel founded Pomelo after many years of experiencing the challenges of money transfer firsthand.
The company also announced its official launch and availability of the product to serve the US-Philippines corridor. After several months in private beta, customers love the fact that the product is both free and personally beneficial.
"It's been a game changer for me. Pomelo is so much easier than sending money, and the instant feedback on my family's spending gives me peace of mind," said John Simbajon, a physical therapist who sends money to three family members in Bohol, Cebu, and Cagayan de Oro in the Philippines with Pomelo. "We've saved money with the real-time exchange rates and no transfer fees. Pomelo makes me the 'bank' for my family."
"When it comes down to it, banking is about trust," said Eric Sprink, Coastal Community Bank president and CEO. "Pomelo is weaving together expertise in financial technology with a true focus on the people at the heart of its business. Pomelo gives U.S. immigrants and their families an opportunity to build a financial future, which is why we were eager to be involved."
"It's amazing to me that something like Pomelo doesn't already exist," said Abel Tesfaye, also known as the Weeknd, who invested in the seed round. "Pomelo's focus on connecting families across borders and doing what's right by their customers is both powerful and refreshing. Investing in a company like that was a no-brainer."
Product
The Pomelo Mastercard is issued by Coastal Community Bank, pursuant to a license from Mastercard International, and features a mobile app available on both Android and iOS. U.S. citizens and permanent residents 18 years and older can apply for the Pomelo Mastercard and invite their loved ones abroad to join their family plan. Pomelo sends their loved ones a virtual card instantly and a physical card via courier delivery, enabling the convenience of shopping online and swiping at checkout instead of handling cash.
Pomelo ensures customers get the best real-time exchange rate for each purchase made with the Pomelo Mastercard, eliminating the need for tedious price hunting. Unlike traditional money transfer services that can charge up to 6% in transfer fees, Pomelo is paid by the merchant via interchange and daily foreign exchange rates, eliminating transfer fees for its customers.
For those with low or no credit, the company offers a secured version of their Pomelo Mastercard, which allows customers to establish or build credit with the funds they would normally remit.
"Establishing credit is critical to financial wellness in the U.S., but it is often challenging for new Americans," says Frenkiel. "Even when financial activity is conducted responsibly, individuals remain credit invisible unless it can be reflected on their credit score. Pomelo makes it possible to not only save up to several hundred dollars per year, but to be rewarded for helping family. That makes Pomelo a win-win outcome for our customers."
To apply for the Pomelo Mastercard, visit www.pomelo.com.
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As a singer-songwriter, Meghan Trainor knows her way with words—but there's one she'd apparently never heard of before her upcoming appearance on NBC's Password.
As Daily Pop's exclusive sneak peek of the game show's August 16 episode shows, the Grammy winner is going head-to-head against resident celebrity contestant Jimmy Fallon when she comes to a tough realization. "What if we, like, don't know it?" Meghan asks host Keke Palmer about the password, which turns out to be "manscaping."
Jimmy naturally teases her over this, but all jokes aside, The Tonight Show host is in it to win it. So, instead of playing the first clue, Jimmy uses Meghan's lack of men's grooming terminology to his advantage and passes it to her team for the first guess.
"You ass," the "Dear Future Husband" songstress retorts, to which Jimmy responds, "You can't say that on TV!"
Unfortunately for Meghan, whichever team correctly guesses "manscape" wins the game. And after asking the audience if they know the password's definition (which they do), she provides her partner with the word "women" as her first clue, which he incorrectly answers with the word "blouse."
Looking to steal, Jimmy gives his partner a different clue, saying in a deep voice, "shave." And by some stroke of luck, his teammate correctly guesses the word "manscaping," and the two celebrate their victory with hugs and cheer.
"I gotta ask, what was it in the shaving that made you say manscaping?" Keke asks the woman. Apparently, Jimmy's manly clue delivery was enough of a hint to lead her to the correct password.
"That's exactly right," Jimmy jokes. "That's how my voice normally is."
Check out the hilarious clip above.
Password airs Tuesdays at 10 p.m. on NBC.
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INDIANAPOLIS — Coming off of significant victories at the Red Bull BC One and the Breaking For Gold USA breakdance competitions in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Carmarry Hall, known by her b-girl name as Pep-C, is hard at work to certify her spot on Team USA at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France — the sport's Olympic debut.
"You're competing against the best to see where you rank amongst the elite breakers," Hall told WRTV. "It's really exciting."
After the International Olympic Committee announced in December 2020 to include breakdancing as a new sport in the 2024 Summer Olympics, Hall decided to ramp up her training.
The decision to become an Olympic hopeful wasn't one made lighting, as Hall describes. She says that the breaking community was initially nervous and skeptical of becoming an Olympic sport.
"Because it's so dear to us culturally, and we didn't want that to be whitewashed. Like, we didn't want that to be watered down — the cultural aspect of it," Hall said, explaining breakers', also known as b-girls or b-boys, fears of going more mainstream.
"But if we stay engaged, then, you know, that won't happen," she continued. "It depends on us."
What is breaking?
Hall has always been a dancer, for as long as she and her family can remember. However, the Muncie native didn't start breaking until she entered Columbia College in Chicago. One of Hall's dance instructors told her about a breaking jam he thought she should enter. She says she really only entered after finding out there was a cash prize.
"Because I was a college kid, I didn't have much of that," Hall said, laughing.
It wasn't until Hall learned the history and heritage of breakdancing, she said, that she became more passionate about the style.
"Once I started to learn how to break, and I learned the history of breaking and where it was from and the heritage of who it came from, I started to feel like maybe I should value this thing a little bit more than what I initially thought," Hall said.
Breaking, or breakdancing, originated in the Black and Latino communities of the Bronx in New York City in the 1970s, when hip-hop culture began to form. Breakdancing has grown in significant popularity throughout the last couple of decades, with the dance being performed and competed in hip hop circles worldwide.
The freestyle dance traditionally has no rules and encompasses a battle format. The dance consists of four essential elements: top rocks, the standard, standing part of the dance; footwork, which is the floor work of the dance; freeze, which are poses; and power moves, which are the acrobatic moves in the dance.
"I like power moves—it gives me the chance to show that I'm strong," Hall said. "That's the part that hooked me to breaking, is learning those moves that you have to be stronger at. And it just gives me, as a woman, it gives me a sense of strength."
After learning about the history of breakdancing in school, Hall discovered her dad used to breakdance in the 80s. Hall says her grandmother told her that when she was a toddler, she always wanted to learn how to spin on her head.
"So, I guess this is full circle," Hall said. "It's an all-American dance."
Pep-C's journey to becoming a breakin' Olympian
Hall came up with her b-girl name, Pep-C, based on two things: Galvanizing energy "Pep," and the first letter of her first name "C."
"I like to get people's energy to like kind of bubble up through dance," Hall said.
She became obsessed with growing her breaking skill set through college. She said it was the process of progression that hooked her to the dance.
"The thing about breaking is it's so expansive," Hall said. "Once you start, it can be kind of addicting to like get the understanding of the dance."
Because Hall's foray into the world of breakdancing started with some of the bigger competitions out there, Hall quickly advanced in the breaking world over the years.
The 26-year-old has competed in Red Bull BC One three times and has advanced to the first round of nationals each time. She's won several breaking jams and cyphers around the world, including the 2019 Red Bull BC One Philadelphia Cypher, the 2019 B-Girl Bonnie & Clyde, and the 2020 Break Free Day.
Over the course of the last couple of years since learning of breakdancing's 2024 Olympic debut, Hall says she's been really hitting her training hard.
"When I decided to commit to the journey of being a 2024 Olympic hopeful, I didn't know if I was ready. And so there was a lot of preparation," Hall said. "My mind was just like, 'OK, we just need to train. You need to get ready. Like, I need to represent. I gotta represent us,' you know?"
Preparing for her chance to be on Team USA for breaking has required a lot of mental strength training, Hall said. She says she still has to go to work, as the sponsorships don't just roll in, so keeping a strong mindset is key to training.
"A typical day will look like, I get up around 6 in the morning. And then I'll do my first-morning practice and then my mobility training. And my morning practice usually lasts for about two hours. And then I do some work. And then I'll do my evening practice, which usually starts around 3 or 4, at the latest, it will start at like 7," Hall said, explaining her daily routine. "Then I'll come home, and you know, I'll eat dinner, and I'll do it all again."
Hall says the biggest part of being mentally healthy to take on a challenge like this is understanding the challenge of getting recognized as an Olympic hopeful and equally realizing "nothing is certain."
"Nothing is guaranteed," Hall said. "I'm lucky, though, that I have a really good support system. And everybody understands the possibilities that can come from everything I'm doing."
There are several ways to secure one of four spots on Team USA in the 2024 Olympics. One way is the International Olympic Committee can nominate breakers who have done well in several international competitions that are Olympic-sanctioned events, such as Red Bull BC One, the USA National Finals, or Breaking For Gold. Another is winning the Breaking for Gold Nationals, at which point a breaker can guarantee themselves a spot on the team.
Push for the Sport Capital's support
Hall's hope is the city of Indianapolis, the sports capital of the country, not only gets behind her mission to be a breaking Olympian, but also gets behind programming for the sport of breakdancing in general.
"I feel like it (breakdancing) would be a good investment for Indianapolis as far as our legacy in sports," Hall said. "It blends art, culture, and sports together."
A graduate of Broad Ripple High School, Hall says its through dancing, and particularly breakdancing, she's been allowed to see how wide and diverse the world really is. Plus, she's been able to see how the culture of breaking tightens the community.
"As far as creating solidarity in the Indianapolis community...it can bring a lot of people together because it's done that and it's been doing that," Hall said.
She says Red Bull BC One is a good example of how many people from around the world come together in Philadelphia, New York, and Los Angeles to compete in the competition every year.
"It's opened my mind to so many things," Hall said of what breaking can do for a community. "My idea about race and culture was very narrow (before breakdancing). And it was very black and white. And once I started breaking it kind of like—that idea was gone."
Outside of becoming a breakdancing Olympian, Hall's goal is to grow the breaking scene in Indianapolis and garner support from local sports leaders.
"I don't want to be the last Hoosier to go to the Olympics or to participate in Red Bull BC One. I want to see more participation from Indianapolis," Hall said.
You can keep up with Hall's Olympic journey at bgirlpepc.com, where there are ways to support her, and follow her on Instagram.
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BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (AP) — A federal bankruptcy judge on Monday cleared the way for a defamation lawsuit in Connecticut to proceed against Infowars host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones.
The case was filed by relatives of some victims of the 2012 massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. Jones has falsely claimed that the nation’s deadliest school shooting — which killed 20 students and six educators — was a hoax.
Jones’ lawyer had sought to transfer the case to a federal bankruptcy court, rather than continue the case in Connecticut state court. That move brought the first day of jury selection to a sudden halt earlier this month.
However, Monday’s ruling by Judge Julie Manning essentially allows the plaintiffs to continue the defamation lawsuit against just Jones as an individual, without Free Speech Systems, a company owned by Jones and a defendant in the Connecticut case.
“The plaintiffs’ rights to have that process continue in the Connecticut Superior Court should not be disturbed,” Manning wrote in the decision, adding that the plaintiffs’ claims for damages were ready for trial.
A message was left seeking comment with Jones’ attorney, Norm Pattis.
Chris Mattei, an attorney for the plaintiffs, praised the bankruptcy judge’s decision. “We’re grateful the bankruptcy court saw through Alex Jones’s brazen effort to block a jury from being empaneled and holding him accountable. We look forward to trial,” he said in a written statement.
Free Speech Systems filed for bankruptcy in Texas about a week before Jones’ lawyer sought to have the Connecticut case transferred.
A Texas jury this month ordered Jones to pay $45.2 million in punitive damages to the parents of one of the children killed at Sandy Hook, in addition to another $4.1 million he must pay for the suffering he put them through by claiming for years that the shooting was a hoax.
Jones’ attorneys plan to appeal and try to lower the amount. Meanwhile, besides the case in Connecticut, a trial for damages is pending in Texas that was filed by the parents of another child killed at Sandy Hook.
Before the trial in Texas, Jones had already been found liable in a separate defamation lawsuit in Texas and another in Connecticut by relatives of some of the Sandy Hook victims.
The Connecticut jury will decide what, if any, damages Jones owes in that case, although state law could also limit what he would have to pay.
The two remaining trials are expected to begin next month, after juries are selected. Jury selection in the Connecticut case could resume this week, lawyers said.
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With a three-year revenue growth of 438%, the leading provider of water management solutions for construction and facilities ranks among the top 30% of America's fastest-growing private companies
NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that WINT Water Intelligence, a leader in cutting-edge water management and leak-prevention solutions for construction, commercial and industrial applications, is No. 1,473 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment — its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"We are honored to be part of such a prestigious list, which is a recognition of the value WINT's water management solutions bring to its clients and partners," said Alon Geva, CEO of WINT Water Intelligence.
Geva added: "Water management in buildings and construction sites is critical to reduce the impact of water use and protect organizations from expensive water-related damages. Our advanced AI-driven technology provides companies in the construction, facilities, and commercial real estate sectors with a solution for addressing water leaks, which cost them and their insurance providers billions of dollars annually. WINT's solutions also help organizations improve their sustainability stance by reducing water waste and carbon emissions while cutting costs."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," said Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Water waste and leaks pose persistent challenges for industries across the built environment and contribute to global water scarcity and carbon emissions, with 13% of electricity consumption in the United States related to water distribution and treatment. Research indicates that every 1,000 gallons of water used or wasted accounts for 85 pounds of carbon, and 25% of all water in the built environment is wasted. Moreover, water damage in facilities is a major source of insurance claims, with over $13 billion in annual payouts. As the leading provider of AI-driven water intelligence technology, WINT helps organizations avoid water damage, reduce consumption by 20%-25%, and cut operational expenses and environmental footprint.
For more information about WINT, visit https://wint.ai.
About WINT
WINT is dedicated to helping businesses reduce their environmental footprint by preventing the hazards, costs, waste and environmental impact associated with water leaks and waste. Utilizing the power of artificial intelligence and IoT technology, WINT provides a solution for commercial facilities, construction sites and industrial manufacturers looking to cut water waste, reduce carbon emissions and eliminate the impact of water-leak disasters. WINT has been recognized by Fast Company and CB Insights as one of the world's most innovative AI companies and has won multiple awards including "Next Big things in Tech" and Insurance Times' claims prevention technology award. For more information, please visit www.wint.ai.
More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000
Methodology
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
About Inc.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The son of an Afghan refugee suspected in the shooting deaths of four Muslim men in New Mexico will remain in custody pending trial on a charge that he allegedly provided a false address on a form when purchasing a gun last year.
Shaheen Syed, 21, appeared in U.S. district court in Albuquerque on Monday, with the judge granting a motion by federal prosecutors to keep him behind bars pending the ongoing investigation.
In their motion, prosecutors pointed to cellphone records that they say show Syed possibly helped his father track Naeem Hussain, a 25-year-old man from Pakistan who was fatally shot on Aug. 5 in the parking lot of a refugee resettlement agency in southeast Albuquerque.
“The evidence that agents have been able to gather thus far in this rapidly unfolding investigation is obviously alarming with respect to the defendant’s short and frequent communications with his father both before and after the murder of Naeem Hussain,” the motion stated.
Albuquerque police have charged Muhammad Syed, 51, with murder in the deaths of Aftab Hussein and Muhammad Afzaal Hussain. Hussein, 41, was slain on the night of July 26 after parking his car in the usual spot near his home. Afzaal Hussain, a 27-year-old urban planner who had worked on the campaign of a New Mexico congresswoman, was gunned down on the night of Aug. 1 while taking his evening walk.
The elder Syed is the primary suspect — but hasn’t been charged — in the death of Naeem Hussain and the slaying of Muhammad Zahir Ahmadi, a 62-year-old Afghan immigrant who was fatally shot in the head last November behind the market he owned in the city.
Court documents filed in federal court provided more details about Naeem Hussain’s killing, saying it appeared he had been followed to Lutheran Family Services, the resettlement agency, following funeral services for two of the other shooting victims. Shots were fired at his SUV around 4 p.m., striking him in the head and the arm.
Prosecutors claim that Shaheen Syed spoke with his father when his phone was somewhere in the general area of the Islamic Center of New Mexico and soon after his father’s phone pinged in an area that included Lutheran Family Services.
After Hussain was fatally shot, Shaheen Syed’s phone moved to an area closer to the crime scene, according to the motion. Ten minutes after the shooting, the motion states the men shared a second call as their phones remained in the “general area of the murder.”
Syed’s attorney argued that prosecutors gave no indication of the size of the area that his phone was in relative to the shooting.
The Syed family home is a few minutes drive from both the Islamic Center and Lutheran Family Services.
John Anderson, Shaheen Syed’s attorney, did not return messages seeking comment but said in court filings that the allegations against his client were “thin and speculative.”
“The United States’ motion boils down to an effort to detain defendant for a crime with which he has not even been charged,” Anderson argued, referring to the slayings of the Muslim men.
Anderson also included a photo of a Florida driver’s license issued to Shaheen Syed in 2021, contradicting prosecutors’ claims that he misrepresented himself as a Florida resident while making a purchase at an Albuquerque gun store.
Prosecutors also presented prior police reports of Shaheen Syed allegedly beating his father and sister and an unrelated incident in which he and his brother were allegedly involved in a shooting outside a Walmart.
Court documents state that two guns purchased by Syed and his father at an Albuquerque gun store in July had been partially painted white. The guns were seized during a search of the family’s home; and testing determined bullet casings found at the July 25 and Aug. 1 shootings matched the rifle that belonged to Muhammad Syed.
Casings found at one of the crime scenes also matched a handgun found in the elder Syed’s vehicle when he was taken into custody, according to a criminal complaint.
Muhammad Syed is scheduled to appear before a state district judge Wednesday as prosecutors seek to have him detained without bond pending trial on the two counts of murder. | https://www.cenlanow.com/national/son-of-suspect-in-muslim-slayings-to-remain-in-custody/ | 2022-08-16T17:13:54Z | https://www.cenlanow.com/national/son-of-suspect-in-muslim-slayings-to-remain-in-custody/ | true |
A former Virginia police officer who testified against a friend and former supervisor he joined at the Capitol in the Jan. 6 insurrection avoided prison time on Tuesday for his role in it.
Former Rocky Mount Police Officer Jacob Fracker pleaded guilty to conspiring with his fellow officer to obstruct Congress from certifying Joe Biden’s 2020 election victory over then-President Donald Trump and was sentenced to one year of probation, with 59 days in home confinement.
Prosecutors did not seek prison time for Fracker, pointing to his substantial cooperation and trial testimony against former Rocky Mount Police Sgt. Thomas Robertson. Fracker’s cooperation came at “great personal cost,” prosecutors said, noting that Robertson was not only Fracker’s colleague but also a father figure he sometimes referred to as “dad.”
Robertson, an Army veteran who was convicted by a jury of attacking the Capitol to obstruct Congress from certifying the Electoral College vote on Jan. 6, 2021, was sentenced last week to more than seven years behind bars. That matches the longest prison sentence so far among hundreds of Capitol riot cases.
Fracker, a Marine Corps veteran, told jurors that Robertson had invited him to Washington, D.C., to see Trump speak. The two off-duty officers traveled to Washington in the morning with a third man and donned gas masks as they approached the Capitol and joined the mob of rioters.
During his sentencing hearing in federal court in Washington, Fracker apologized for his actions.
“Yes, I was there with someone else. Yes, I was there because I trusted him based on lies, but he didn’t tell me how to act that day. I acted on my own, and for that I apologize,” Fracker told the judge.
Prosecutors said they wouldn’t have known that Robertson destroyed two cellphones containing incriminating videos and photos taken on Jan. 6 without Fracker’s cooperation. His testimony also helped prosecutors “establish Robertson’s corrupt intent” to obstruct the congressional proceeding without having to rely on Robertson’s social media postings, prosecutors wrote.
Fracker is the first Jan. 6 defendant to be sentenced for a conspiracy conviction and the first defendant to be sentenced after getting a cooperation deal with prosecutors.
Rocky Mount, a town of roughly 5,000 residents about a four-hour drive southwest of Washington, fired Robertson and Fracker after the deadly riot.
Robertson and Fracker are among roughly 850 people who have been charged with federal crimes for their conduct on Jan. 6. More than 350 of them have pleaded guilty, mostly to misdemeanor offenses, and more than 230 have been sentenced.
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Latest poll shows Fried leading in Democratic governor primary
A new poll of likely primary voters in Florida from The Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) at the University of North Florida shows Nikki Fried outpacing Charlie Crist in the Democratic governor primary.
While ahead of Crist, Fried is still polling even points behind Republican incumbent Gov. Ron DeSantis.
For the U.S. Senate seat, the overwhelming majority indicated a vote for Val Demings at 80%, with William Sanchez and Brian Rush tied in a distant second with 4% each.
Were Demings to win and take on Rubio, polls showed 48% indicating a vote for Demings and 44% for Rubio, with 7% saying they would vote for someone else.
At least in the Sunshine State, DeSantis outpaces former President Donald Trump, with 47% saying they would vote for DeSantis and 45% for Trump; 7% said they would vote for someone else.
DeSantis had an approval rating of 50%, down from 58% in February of this year.
Respondents were also asked if they would support a law making abortion illegal in all cases in the State of Florida, to which the majority (59%) said they would be strongly opposed, and 12% somewhat opposed. Twenty-seven percent said they would support such a law: 13% strongly and 14% somewhat.
People were also asked about who won the 2022 election.
“While we see a partisan divide in perceptions of the 2020 election, Democrats seem to be much more certain, with 91% saying Biden definitely won,” Binder noted, “but only 38% of Republicans say Trump definitely won, the remaining 39% saying he probably won.” Dr. Michael Binder, PORL faculty director and UNF professor of political science noted. “Unsurprisingly, 98% of folks who said Trump won in 2020 also think that the mainstream media is fake news.”
Related: The races to watch in Florida's August primary election
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AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — A metal object believed to have fallen from a trans-Atlantic jet came crashing down outside the Maine State House, landing with a loud bang just feet from a Capitol Police worker, officials said Monday.
The Federal Aviation Administration was alerted Friday and returned to the State House on Monday as it investigated the object, Capitol Police Chief Matthew Clancy said.
The metal hit with a loud bang on a slab of granite lining a cobblestone walkaway about 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) from a security screener — and came close to hitting the building itself, he said.
“It definitely shocked him,” the chief said. “He was walking back to the building and got quite a wakeup call.”
No one was hurt.
The FAA believes the metal sleeve weighing 6 to 7 pounds came from a wing flap of a large passenger jet, he said. Airlines were notified, and all planes landed safely that day, Clancy said.
The area where the airplane part crashed to the ground is usually busy when the Maine Legislature is in session, and it’s routinely used for rallies, protests and press conferences, he said. | https://www.wric.com/news/weird-news/airplane-part-falls-from-sky-nearly-hits-man-in-maine/ | 2022-08-16T17:17:54Z | https://www.wric.com/news/weird-news/airplane-part-falls-from-sky-nearly-hits-man-in-maine/ | false |
Which brush cutter is best?
Brush cutters make short work of thick, stubborn hedgerows and dense weeds. These powerful tools chop through saplings and bushes with ease. With these, you don’t need to purchase or rent a bush hog to take care of any overgrown parts of your property.
The Badger Brush Cutter and String Trimmer is built to accommodate bush clearing and weed trimming alike. It includes the attachments you need for both tasks as well as a harness to make it easy to carry.
What to know before you buy a brush cutter
Brush cutters vs. weed whackers
Many people understandably confuse brush cutters with weed whackers. They look nearly identical at first glance, but there are some key differences. Brush cutters use a hard, spinning blade to tackle thick undergrowth, whereas weed whackers use a nylon string to zip through tall grass and light weeds.
While dedicated brush cutters are more powerful than weed whackers, some let you swap out their blade for a string cutter, further blurring the line between the two tools.
Motor type
Gas-powered brush cutters are available in two motor configurations.
- Two-stroke brush cutters require you to carefully measure and mix gasoline and oil in the right proportion. Preparing your fuel improperly will result in poor performance and excessive smoke. Two-stroke tools are lighter and more affordable than four-stroke options.
- Four-stroke brush cutters feature separate tanks for gas and oil. Because the tool mixes its fuel automatically, you won’t have to deal with as much mess or the risk of incorrect measuring. Brush cutters with four-stroke motors are more efficient, but they’re more expensive, heavier and less common.
Battery power
Thanks to advances in technology, manufacturers are now offering brush trimmers that forego fuel in favor of powerful batteries. These machines run quieter, don’t require gasoline and don’t produce any noxious fumes or smoke during operation. However, with their high cost and short battery life, electric brush cutters are not ideal for business owners or people that have to clear large areas.
Required safety gear
Brush cutters are messy. While in use, they throw chips, sawdust and debris in all directions. Because of this, protective eyewear is a must. You will likely also want to invest in rugged work gloves to prevent blisters while holding the machine’s grips as well as sturdy work boots to keep your feet, toes and ankles protected from any airborne sticks or stones.
What to look for in a quality brush cutter
Changeable heads
A brush cutter that lets you swap out its blade for a string trimmer, tiller or edger is a versatile landscaping tool. Choose one with this ability to ensure that you can take care of a wide range of property maintenance jobs.
Weight
Brush trimmers are held using grips and a shoulder strap. Because they require enough strength and endurance to move them back and forth while trimming, select one that is light enough to not exhaust you during long jobs.
Extra batteries
With only around 30 minutes of battery life, owners of electric brush trimmers may find themselves stuck waiting for a charge before they can get back to work. If you prefer to skip the gasoline, select an electric trimmer that includes extra batteries so you can keep one or two charging while the others are installed.
Accessories
From shoulder straps and harnesses to extra blade attachments, you can find a lot of value in a brush cutter set that includes useful accessories. Some even come with extension poles that let you reach safely into deep ditches or saw through small branches overhead.
How much you can expect to spend on a brush cutter
Brush cutters typically cost $200-$600. People shopping for four-stroke and electric cutters will find the ones they prefer at the higher end of this price range.
Brush cutter FAQ
Can I cut wood with a brush trimmer?
A. No. Even the most powerful trimmers are only designed to safely cut small saplings and bushes. Wood and tree trunk cutting requires a chain saw.
Can I trim branches with a brush trimmer?
A. In some cases, yes. Brush trimmers are made to be used at ground level, but some include extension poles that let you reach branches using an optional saw attachment. Extra caution must be taken while using the tool in this manner.
How do I clean my brush trimmer?
A. After use, you will find your brush cutter covered in grass, sawdust, wood chips and debris. If left to dry, this plant matter will cake on the moving parts of the tool. Clean it after use by rinsing its blade and head with a garden hose, manually removing any stubborn material. Avoid getting the tool’s motor wet.
What’s the best brush cutter to buy?
Top brush cutter
Badger Brush Cutter and String Trimmer
What you need to know: Powerful and flexible, this two-stroke brush cutter will prepare you for almost any trimming job.
What you’ll love: This brush cutter includes a harness and features bicycle-style grips to reduce strain while you use it. It also comes with both a brush cutting blade and a string cutting spool.
What you should consider: Even with its harness and handlebars, some users feel that this cutter is too heavy to use comfortably.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Top brush cutter for the money
DeWalt Two-Stroke Gas Brush Cutter
What you need to know: This affordable brush cutter features padded ergonomic grips and an extension pole.
What you’ll love: Light and maneuverable, this tool includes a shoulder strap and uses spring assist to make starting its motor easier. You can purchase a wide range of DeWalt attachments to multiply the ways this tool can be used around your property.
What you should consider: The included blade is covered in a protective coating which limits its cutting power until it is either sharpened or worn down a bit.
Where to buy: Sold by Home Depot
Worth checking out
Makita LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Brush Cutter
What you need to know: Makita delivers with this electric brush trimmer that can keep up with the gas-powered competition.
What you’ll love: With its two included batteries, this brush trimmer doesn’t skimp on power. It features three speeds and comes with a charger. Its handlebar grips let you comfortably move the tool. A handy reverse option makes it easy to fix a jammed blade.
What you should consider: You will want to purchase additional batteries for this cutter if you plan on taking on extensive jobs.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
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Man hospitalized after shooting outside Beverly Hills steakhouse
A man was hospitalized Monday night after being shot outside a Beverly Hills steakhouse, police told KABC-TV Channel 7.
The shooting occurred outside Nusr-Et Steakhouse Beverly Hills on North Canon Drive near Clifton Way, police told the station. The restaurant is next to Spago.
The injured man was taken to the hospital, though his condition was not immediately known Tuesday morning.
The area by the restaurant, which is owned by “Salt Bae” butcher Nusret Gökçe,
was blocked off Tuesday, according to KABC.
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Bismarck girl named Larks ‘Kid of the Year’
Published: Aug. 16, 2022 at 11:49 AM CDT|Updated: 28 minutes ago
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Eva Brooke, 12, is the first “Larks Kid of the Year.”
The Bismarck St. Mary’s student received a $1,000 scholarship into her existing 529 College Savings account at the Bank of North Dakota from MDU Resources Group and the Bismarck Larks.
Brooke was chosen for her efforts to hand out gift bags to homeless people that she sees in the community.
Her “blessing bags” include things like socks, hats, gloves, tissues, sunscreen, toothpaste and a toothbrush, deodorant, wet wipes, gum, granola bars and crackers. Every bag also includes $5 and a handwritten note.
The inaugural Larks Kid of the Month program recognized nine outstanding kids ages 12 and under doing extraordinary things.
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Aircraft part falls from sky, just missing man at Maine Capitol
Published: Aug. 16, 2022 at 11:26 AM CDT|Updated: 53 minutes ago
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI/Gray News) - The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after a large metal object crashed to the ground outside the Capitol building in Augusta.
It happened around 12:30 p.m. Friday outside the main entrance of the State House.
According to the Department of Public Safety, the 6- to 7-pound sleeve-like object landed at a high velocity about 6 to 8 feet from Capitol Police screener Craig Donahue, who was walking outside the entrance.
They say two other people were in the area and saw it happen.
No one was injured.
The FAA is attempting to locate the source of the part, which is likely from a large airliner on an international route.
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DES MOINES, Iowa — Many Afghan refugees in the metro are approaching the one-year anniversary of their arrival in the United States. This also marks an important deadline for their required documentation paperwork.
"This is a time of a lot of stress in the Afghan community right now," said Ann Naffier, who works as the managing attorney for the Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice.
Her organization, along with the Drake Legal Clinic, Iowa Legal Aid and the Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Group have been working alongside refugee families to help them navigate the paperwork they need.
These families can apply for three types of status including a special immigrant visa, temporary protected status or asylum.
"Many Afghans will be applying for asylum," says Drake Law Refugee Clinic Co-Director Allison McCarthy. "Which is a path to permanent legal status in the United States and permanent protection."
"We've screened about 170 families," added Naffier. "And right now we have less than 15 pro bono attorneys who have stepped forward being willing to take on an asylum case. So clearly we have many, many families who right now do not have any representation."
And that heavy caseload comes as the clock is ticking down to many families' one-year deadline.
"We can tell that the Afghan community is getting very concerned about this," said Naffier. "Because for many of them, their one year is coming up August 25, or maybe even sooner for some of them."
U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued a policy statement saying if someone arrived in the U.S. on parole status, they could apply for an extension. All Afghan people airlifted out of Kabul were granted parole.
"However, it's not a sort of totally clear exception," said McCarthy. "And there's still some case-by-case evaluation that has to be done in each person's circumstances."
And if they don't meet the required deadline, it's their legal status and the hope of getting other family members safely out of Afghanistan that's at risk.
"So we're really talking about our allies, possibly becoming undocumented immigrants in the United States," said Naffier. "And I just cannot believe that Americans or our elected officials want that to happen."
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JEBALIYA, Gaza Strip (AP) — A Palestinian human rights group and an Israeli newspaper reported Tuesday that an explosion in a cemetery that killed five Palestinian children during the latest flare-up in Gaza was caused by an Israeli airstrike and not an errant Palestinian rocket.
It was one of a number of blasts during the fighting that did not bear the tell-tale signs of an Israeli F-16 or drone strike, and which the Israeli military said might have been caused by rockets misfired by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad militant group.
The five children, aged 4 to 16 years old, had gathered at their grandfather's grave in the local cemetery, one of the few open spaces in the crowded Jebaliya refugee camp, on Aug. 7, hours before an Egyptian-brokered cease-fire ended three days of heavy fighting.
Residents said a projectile fell from the air and exploded in the cemetery. When The Associated Press visited the following day, it saw none of the tell-tale signs of an airstrike by an Israeli F-16 or drone, adding to suspicions that the blast was caused by an errant rocket. Israel said at the time that it was investigating the incident.
On Tuesday, the Gaza-based Palestinian Center for Human Rights said its investigation of shrapnel and other evidence led it to conclude that the blast was caused by an Israeli airstrike.
“This was a missile fired from an Israeli aircraft,” said Raja Sourani, the director of the group, as he displayed pictures of what he said was a fragment showing the missile's serial number.
Israel's Haaretz newspaper meanwhile cited unnamed Israeli defense officials as saying the military's investigation had concluded that the five were killed by an Israeli strike.
Asked about the Haaretz story, the military said it was still examining the event. It said that throughout the the latest round of fighting, it had targeted militant infrastructure and “made every feasible effort to minimize, as much as possible, harm to civilians and civilian property.”
The latest fighting in Gaza began with a wave of Israeli airstrikes on Aug. 5 that killed a senior Islamic Jihad commander as well as several civilians. Israel said it was responding to an imminent threat days after the arrest of a senior Islamic Jihad leader in the occupied West Bank.
Over the next three days, Israel carried out dozens of airstrikes across the narrow, crowded coastal strip. Islamic Jihad fired some 1,100 rockets at Israel, around 200 of which fell short and landed inside Gaza, according to the Israeli military.
Hamas, a larger and more militarily advanced group that has ruled Gaza since 2007, sat out this round of fighting. apparently in order to maintain understandings with Israel that have led to an easing of a blockade imposed on the territory by Israel and Egypt after it seized power. Israel and Hamas have fought four wars and several smaller skirmishes over the last 15 years.
A total of 49 Palestinians were killed in the latest fighting, including 17 children. Palestinian rights groups say at least 36 were killed in Israeli airstrikes, with investigations still underway into the deaths of 13 others. No Israelis were killed or seriously wounded.
The Israeli military said early estimates showed that at least 20 of those killed were militants, and that 14 people were killed by errant Islamic Jihad rocket fire. That count did not include the five killed in the Jebaliya cemetery.
The day before the blast at the cemetery, seven people were killed by an explosion on a busy street elsewhere in Jebaliya. The Israeli military blamed it on a rocket misfire by Islamic Jihad, saying the army had not carried out any strikes in the area at that time. The military later released video that appeared to show a militant rocket falling short.
Video footage of the aftermath of that blast showed what appeared to be a rocket casing sticking out of the ground. When the AP visited the site, the casing was gone and the hole had been filled in. Palestinians are usually keen to display evidence of Israeli airstrikes to international media.
Palestinians with direct knowledge of the suspicious incidents have been reluctant to speak on record. The Hamas-run Interior Ministry directed journalists not to report on rocket misfires in media guidelines that were rescinded after an outcry by foreign media outlets.
Many Palestinians view Hamas, Islamic Jihad and other militant groups as freedom fighters resisting decades of Israeli military rule, and believe that criticism of such groups undermines the struggle for independence. Israel and Western countries consider them terrorist organizations because they have carried out scores of deadly attacks on Israeli civilians.
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WASHINGTON — Students who used federal loans to attend ITT Technical Institute as far back as 2005 will automatically get that debt canceled after authorities found "widespread and pervasive misrepresentations" at the defunct for-profit college chain, the Biden administration announced Tuesday.
The action will cancel $3.9 billion in federal student debt for 208,000 borrowers, the Education Department said. The debt is being forgiven using a federal rule known as borrower defense, which is meant to protect students from colleges that make false advertising claims or otherwise commit fraud.
"The evidence shows that for years, ITT's leaders intentionally misled students about the quality of their programs in order to profit off federal student loan programs, with no regard for the hardship this would cause," Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said.
It adds to the administration's growing list of piecemeal student debt cancellations — a similar action in June promised to erase $5.8 billion in debt related to Corinthian Colleges — but it provided no answers on broader student debt cancellation.
President Joe Biden supported debt cancellation as a presidential candidate and for months has been considering erasing up to $10,000 per borrower. He recently promised a decision by the end of August, but Tuesday's announcement cast no new light on his thinking.
Through targeted cancellation for specific groups of borrowers, the administration says it has now approved nearly $32 billion in student debt for 1.6 million borrowers.
The new policy will automatically cancel any remaining federal student debt that was used to attend ITT Tech from Jan. 1, 2005, through its closure in 2016.
At its height, ITT was among the largest for-profit college chains in the nation, with 130 campuses across 38 states. The company abruptly shut down after facing heavy sanctions from the Education Department amid accusations that the company pushed students into risky loans and misled them about the quality of academic programs.
The Education Department has previously approved the cancellation of $1.9 billion in debt held by former ITT Tech students, largely for students who applied for relief saying they were misled by the company. The new policy will not require borrowers to apply for relief.
Federal officials based the decision on findings from many state attorneys general, along with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the nonprofit Veterans Education Success.
Investigators found widespread evidence that ITT Tech made false claims about the ability of its students to find jobs after graduating, the agency said. They also found that the chain misled students about their ability to get credits transferred to other schools, and about the accreditation of the chain's nursing program.
"ITT defrauded hundreds of thousands of students," said Richard Cordray, chief of Federal Student Aid, the federal office that oversees student loans. "By delivering the loan relief students deserve, we are giving them the opportunity to resume their educational journey without the unfair burden of student debt they are carrying from a dishonest institution."
The decision drew applause from groups that represent students.
"This is a life-changing announcement for thousands of people who only wanted to improve their lives and trusted the wrong people to help them do it," said Libby Webster, senior counsel of the nonprofit Student Defense.
Tasha Berkhalter enrolled at ITT Tech in 2006 to pursue a career in criminal justice after being honorably discharged from the Army. Recruiters promised she would easily find a job after graduating. But after earning her bachelor's, no one would hire her.
"It was all for a degree that no one takes seriously. Whenever I told employers where I attended college, I was shown the door," said Berkhalter, of Lima, Ohio.
Berkhalter previously got much of her nearly $100,000 in debt erased through the borrower defense rule, and said she expects more to be canceled soon.
"The cloud has been removed from over my head," she said. "I know there are hundreds of thousands of former students like myself who are finally getting the relief they deserve."
In a separate action, the Education Department began a process to recoup $24 million from DeVry University to make up for loan cancellations approved by the federal government because of alleged fraud.
In February, the Biden administration approved $70 million in relief for 1,800 former DeVry students after the Education Department concluded that the school lied about the success of its graduates in order to get new students to enroll. It was the first time the agency approved such claims for an institution that's still in operation.
DeVry will now get the chance to submit arguments explaining why it should not be held liable. DeVry officials are reviewing the department's notice, spokesperson Hessy Fernandez said. She emphasized that the school has changed ownership and leadership since the time of the allegations.
"We continue to believe the department mischaracterizes DeVry's calculation and disclosure of graduate outcomes in certain advertising, and we do not agree with the conclusions they have reached," Fernandez said.
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The NBA won't hold any games on November 8 — Election Day for the 2022 midterms — in an effort to focus on encouraging fans to vote.
"The scheduling decision came out of the NBA family's focus on promoting nonpartisan civic engagement and encouraging fans to make a plan to vote during midterm elections," the league said in a tweet.
The announcement was first reported by NBC News.
Additionally, the Monday before Election Day, the league's 30 teams will play in a "civic engagement night," to also encourage fans and staff to vote this year.
"It's unusual. We don't usually change the schedule for an external event," James Cadogan, the Executive Director of the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition, told NBC. "Voting and Election Day are obviously unique and very important to our democracy."
This isn't the first time the NBA has taken steps to get involved in voter turnout.
In 2020, the league announced it was converting a number of arenas into polling locations for the presidential election. The decision was part of an agreement to resume games after players staged a walkout in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake, a Black man, by a police officer in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
NBA star LeBron James also launched an initiative the same year to protect voting rights.
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With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 615 Percent, Electric Receives Ranking No. 1059 Among America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies
NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that Electric is No. 1059 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"It is an honor to see Electric represented among the fastest growing companies in the United States," said Electric CEO, Ryan Denehy.
"Electric's rapid growth represents a major transition within the small business community. Small businesses need a flexible, fast, and affordable way to handle their IT because their teams must stay connected to be productive. We're proud to lead that change with our powerful IT platform and lightning-fast service."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Electric is one of the fastest growing providers of IT solutions for SMBs in the United States and makes IT easy for SMBs by centralizing the four core pillars of IT management: employee onboarding and offboarding, real-time IT support, hardware management, and security at the device, application and network levels. Since its founding in 2016, Electric has grown to become one of the largest IT providers in the country serving close to 1,000 customers and 55,000 end users across clients including: TrustRadius, Otter.ai, Boxed and TULA Skincare. The company recently announced Unicorn status in March 2022, following its $20M Series D-1 announcement.
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Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
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Electric is the industry leader in providing world-class IT technology and real-time support for small and mid-sized businesses. With close to 1,000 customers and more than 55,000 employee end-users, Electric's IT platform includes: real-time support powered by 150+ IT technicians, security, device & inventory management, network & server management, application & cloud management, employee on-boarding and off-boarding, procurement & provisioning, and data monitoring & insights. Electric is funded by an all-star team of investors including: Bessemer Venture Partners, GGV Capital, 01 Advisors, Primary Venture Partners, Bowery Capital, Slack, Atreides Management, Vintage Investment Partners, Greenspring Associates, and Harmonic Growth Partners. For more information, visit www.electric.ai.
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BURLINGAME, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today unitQ, the leading platform empowering companies to take a user-centric, data-driven approach to improving product quality, has announced an exciting integration with Discord.
This new integration enables unitQ customers to break through the chatter on Discord – a leading community platform now used by 150M+ users across industries and communities – to identify, report, and fix product quality issues faster than ever.
"Discord has emerged as a channel where communities are gathering to discuss the world's leading products and therefore lots of discussion on user feedback is beginning to happen," shared Christian Wiklund, Founder and CEO at unitQ. "Our team is excited about how this integration will be one of the first data windows into product quality for Discord and how it will enable our customers to get a real-time view into what their users are saying."
Today's integration with Discord is one of nearly 40 integrations built into unitQ Monitor, which tracks over 500 granular categories of feedback from disparate channels to enable easy monitoring and analysis. This allows customer organizations like Spotify, Quizlet, and more to harness the power of customer feedback and provide the best experience possible to users. Together, these integrations provide a single source of truth for actionable insights to help you build a better product.
Today's news marks one of many exciting developments from the team at unitQ, including:
- Releasing a brand new unitQ Monitor tool known as Impact Analysis. This first-of-its-kind solution makes it even easier for our customers to prioritize fixes and understand the impact of addressing and fixing product quality issues near and dear to their users.
- Recently being named one of CB Insights' Most Promising Artificial Intelligence Startups.
- New integrations and partnerships with Ada, Jira, AWS, PagerDuty and more.
If you want to learn more about the Discord integration and how unitQ is arming organizations with real-time actionable insights from user feedback to build better customer experiences, book a demo today!
Leading technology companies including Spotify, Klarna, Pandora, and Strava rely on unitQ for product quality. unitQ has raised $41M in funding from Accel, Creandum and Gradient Ventures, Google's AI-focused venture fund. The company is based out of Burlingame, California and is founded by Christian Wiklund and Niklas Lindstrom, entrepreneurs who previously founded Skout, a social app with over 50 million users that was acquired by The Meet Group in 2016. Learn more at https://www.unitQ.com.
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Pensioner fights youths who've been targeting his home 'for nearly a year'
Roy Muller, 76, is seen confronting one of the youngsters outside his home before chasing him up the drive. The youngster then falls over and swings a weapon as the pensioner kicks him.
Tuesday 16 August 2022 17:54, UK
Footage shows a pensioner fighting with masked youths who have allegedly been targeting his home for nearly a year.
West Midlands Police have said they are investigating after two CCTV clips were shared online which show a gang targeting the property of Roy Muller, 76, in Great Barr, Birmingham, five days apart.
The first video was captured just before 10.30am on 11 August and shows one of the young men running down Mr Muller's driveway with what appears to be a weapon in his hand.
The pensioner then confronts him outside his front door before grappling with him and chasing him up the drive.
The masked youth falls over before swinging an object at Mr Muller as the pensioner kicks him.
The young man then gets back on his feet before throwing punches at Mr Muller.
A second masked youngster then comes running down the drive and gets involved in the altercation.
The two young men then sprint up the driveway before the pensioner picks up his glasses and goes back inside.
Mr Muller, a former Birmingham City Council worker, was reportedly left with only minor injuries after the attack.
A second clip, captured at around 5.40pm on 15 August, shows two masked youths swearing at Mr Muller from the top of his driveway.
The pensioner then warns the youths, "you'd better clear off" before they walk away.
More masked youths then appear before the footage ends.
'It's just getting worse and worse'
Mr Muller told the Birmingham Mail he doesn't know why he is being targeted, but is frightened to leave the house.
The youths have reportedly been throwing stones, kicking his door and hurling abuse at him for around 10 months.
He said: "It started last October, the first time it happened I thought a car was coming through the house it was that loud, the banging.
"But then it carried on, and later they were wearing masks. The longest time I've been without it is a month, it can be every day. It's just getting worse and worse.
"It can be twice a day. I'm hoping to catch them and call the police. On Thursday he was trying to hit my glasses, then he called his mate over and they both ran.
"I've got a cut on my ear and a few aches and pains, but nothing I can't deal with. The police say ignore them, but they need to sort them out. The police must've been here five times in the last few weeks."
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Mr Muller's daughter Natalie Cox posted the clips of the two August incidents from her Twitter account.
The pensioner had a heart attack last year, and his family are concerned the stress may bring on another one.
West Midlands Police said in a statement: "We're investigating after receiving reports of a man in his 70s being the victim of assault and harassment in Great Barr.
"We fully understand how distressing this is and are looking to safeguard the man while progressing enquiries to establish those responsible." | https://news.sky.com/story/pensioner-fights-youths-whove-been-targeting-his-home-for-nearly-a-year-12674510 | 2022-08-16T17:24:31Z | https://news.sky.com/story/pensioner-fights-youths-whove-been-targeting-his-home-for-nearly-a-year-12674510 | true |
CHICAGO (AP) — Data broker LexisNexis Risk Solutions allegedly violated Illinois law by collecting and combining extensive personal information and selling it to third parties including federal immigration authorities, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday by immigration advocates.
The result is “a grave threat to civil liberties," the activists and two immigration advocacy groups argued. The lawsuit asks a Cook County judge to prevent the data broker from selling personal information without consent.
The complaint also notes that LexisNexis' Accurint product, which is sold to law enforcement, incorporates information that isn't publicly available, including correctional bookings, vehicle collision records and license plate reader databases.
A representative for Georgia-based LexisNexis Risk Solutions did not immediately reply to a request for comment shortly after the lawsuit was filed.
Immigration advocates have called attention to a $22 million contract between Immigration and Customs Enforcement and LexisNexis for that product, revealed in the results of a Freedom of Information Act request. They argue it poses a particular risk to activists and immigrants.
Sejal Zota, legal director at Just Futures Law and an attorney on the lawsuit, said the data broker makes it possible for ICE to “instantly access sensitive personal data — all without warrants, subpoenas, any privacy safeguards or any show of reasonableness.”
“Our plaintiffs view this alleged violation of their privacy as dehumanizing and unacceptable,” she said.
In the case of one woman, the information available through Accurint includes her past and current addresses, phone number, date of birth and an incorrect Social Security number, according to the lawsuit. The detailed reports produced on two other women participating in the case included full Social Security numbers.
“There is a critical difference between the gathering of bits of personal information through publicly available resources (the internet, court files, archives, etc.) and the collection of information through an encyclopedic dossier that compiles all of the records, including ones that are not publicly available, into one easily accessible and computerized profile,” the complaint said.
The lawsuit was filed in Cook County, which includes Chicago. Local officials have investigated whether federal immigration authorities can use information from data brokers to circumvent the county's ban on compliance with ICE requests to detain people without legal authority to be in the country.
Antonio Gutierrez, strategic coordinator and co-founder of Organized Communities Against Deportation, said the organization signed onto the lawsuit because they see data brokers as a way for ICE to circumvent existing limits. Gutierrez said it took years of advocacy to create policies preventing cooperation by Illinois cities, counties and state government with federal immigration authorities.
“We just wondered ‘How do we fight this?’” he said, noting that some of the information comes from basic consumer interactions like setting up a utility account or getting a car loan. “The entity that needs to be accountable for how they’re operating is LexisNexis.”
In California, the data broker Thomson Reuters faces a similar lawsuit that accuses the company of violating state law by collecting and selling residents' personal information to corporations, law enforcement and government agencies. That case was filed in 2020 by two activists backed by several privacy rights groups. | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Immigration-advocates-sue-LexisNexis-over-17377049.php | 2022-08-16T17:24:57Z | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Immigration-advocates-sue-LexisNexis-over-17377049.php | true |
WILSON, Pa. - Another apartment building proposal for the old Dixie Cup plant has been turned down.
Property developer Nat Hyman said he was hoping to turn it into a brand new apartment building, with the idea of bringing in new life to the Wilson, Northampton County area.
He said he proposed what he thought was a reasonable deal to the owner, but for now, it's not enough.
"We went back and forth," Hyman said. "I thought we were close to a deal, or we were going to have a deal. And then he said no, that he has several other higher offers."
The CEO of Hyman Properties was hoping to build a 640,000-square-foot apartment complex on the property.
He says he offered owner Joseph Reibman $5.5 million, without contingencies or tax breaks, and offered to pay the unpaid property taxes.
"I, in turn, would then probably...spend $120 million to renovate this property into an apartment building," Hyman said. "And again, look for no government incentives or tax benefits."
It seems like it's back to square one for the former factory, as Reibman previously turned down a New Jersey developer who wanted to put in a logistics operation for distribution and trucking. To do so, though, the developer wanted a LERTA tax abatement from the school district, borough and county.
Hyman is at a loss as to why his offer was declined following the previous proposal.
"While most real estate appreciates, this building is in bad repair and it is falling apart. So I, I don't understand his motives," Hyman said.
Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure says he doesn't have a comment either way in regards to the apartment proposal.
He instead is putting attention on repealing the tax break.
"I am focused now on killing any tax breaks for a last-mile logistics facility or warehouse. Look, we're adding 1,000 new trucks on our roads a day. We don't need one more warehouse and one more truck on the roads in the Lehigh Valley," he said.
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Therap's Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) module is one of the components designed to provide Person-Centered Human Services Solutions.
TORRINGTON, Conn., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Therap Services is one of the leading Electronic Health Record (EHR) solutions for service providers in Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) and the broader human services. Therap's Person-Centered planning tools include major development components and excellent reporting tools in order to provide valuable aggregate data to support provider organizations with value-based initiatives. These components include Service/Program Plan and Service Data Collection tools. In addition to this, Therap's Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) module is a Person-Centered planning framework developed by the Charting the LifeCourse Nexus and copyrighted by the Curators of the University of Missouri, University of Missouri-Kansas City Institute for Human Development, Missouri's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Services (UCEDD).
Therap's Service/Program Plan and Service Data Collection tools offer service providers Person-Centered Planning tools to develop detailed service plans for individuals receiving support. Therap's Person-Centered Planning tools create a shared vision of a good life with a complete range of Service Data Collection tools which allow support professionals and case managers to reference goals and individual outcomes statuses.
Therap's CtLC module is a Person-Centered framework that includes several tools as part of a comprehensive approach of planning for an individual and/or the individual's family. The tools currently available are the Life Trajectory, Integrated Supports Star and the Vision Tool. Charting the LifeCourse is designed to be used to assist in the planning and problem solving for an individual's life in order to help them reach the best life. The framework and tools can be used to organize ideas, visions, experiences and goals.
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In trading on Tuesday, shares of Lancaster Colony Corp (Symbol: LANC) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $148.69, changing hands as high as $151.04 per share. Lancaster Colony Corp shares are currently trading up about 1.4% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of LANC shares, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, LANC's low point in its 52 week range is $116.85 per share, with $191.17 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $150.32.
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Available in Four Flavors: Cappuccino, Vanilla, Maple Donut and Mocha
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alani Nu, the better-for-you health and wellness brand founded by entrepreneur and influencer Katy Hearn, launched a new beverage category within its portfolio today – Alani Coffee. This new, ready-to-drink line offers 10 grams of protein and natural caffeine derived from coffee beans, with only 90 calories per 12 oz. bottle.
"Expanding into the coffee category has been a dream for us. As a highly requested product for so long, we have taken every step possible to curate the best-tasting flavors," said Founder, Katy Hearn. "We are excited to share this new line with our Alani community."
Alani Coffee is gluten-free, high in calcium, low in fat and cholesterol, and sweetened with only 6 grams of sugar. A perfect blend of cold-brewed coffee and cream, Alani Coffee comes in four flavors including cappuccino, vanilla, maple donut and mocha, each sold in a 12-pack case.
Alani Coffee is now available on Walmart.com and rolling into select retail partners' brick and mortar locations including Walmart, GNC and The Vitamin Shoppe.
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Founded in 2018 by entrepreneur and influencer, Katy Hearn, Alani Nu® is a better-for-you health and wellness brand focused on providing low-calorie products with unique flavors. Alani Nu offers a range of products including energy drinks, daily essentials, healthy snacks and more, and can be found at Walmart, Target, on Amazon, in GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe and Kroger nationwide.
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UN special envoy to Myanmar arrives on inaugural visit
BANGKOK (AP) - United Nations special envoy Noeleen Heyzer arrived in Myanmar on Tuesday on her first mission to the country since her appointment last year. Her visit follows a call by the U.N. Security Council for an immediate end to all forms of violence there and unimpeded humanitarian access to those affected by the strife.
Myanmar's MRTV state television on its evening news program showed Heyzer's initial arrival in the country´s largest city, Yangon, and then in the capital, Naypyitaw. It did not report on her agenda.
Heyzer "will focus on addressing the deteriorating situation and immediate concerns as well as other priority areas of her mandate," U.N. spokesman Stephane Dujarric said in New York on Monday.
Her visit also comes in the wake of the military government´s recent executions of four political activists, which drew worldwide condemnation that added to concerns over reports of widespread human rights abuses.
It was not immediately known if Heyzer will meet the leader of Myanmar´s military government, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, or with the country's ousted civilian leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, who is being held in prison in Naypyitaw. She has been prosecuted in a string of criminal cases widely seen as being politically motivated by the ruling military. The government has refused to allow her to meet with any outsiders, including a special envoy from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, to which Myanmar belongs.
Myanmar has been in turmoil since the military overthrew Suu Kyi's elected government last year and detained her with other top members of her government. The army seized power on Feb. 1, 2021, the day when her party would have started a second five-year term in office after it won a landslide victory in a November 2020 general election.
In this image provided by the Military True News Information Team, United Nations special envoy Noeleen Heyzer, center, arrives at the Yangon International Airport, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, in Yangon, Myanmar. Heyzer arrived in Myanmar Tuesday on her first mission to the country since her appointment last year, making her visit in the wake of a recent call by the world body's Security Council for an immediate end to all forms of violence there and unimpeded humanitarian access to aid those affected by the strife. (Myanmar True News information Team via AP)
The army´s takeover sparked peaceful nationwide street protests that security forces quashed with lethal force, triggering armed resistance.
Heyzer´s predecessor as the U.N. secretary-general's special envoy on Myanmar, Christine Schraner Burgener, said last October at the end of her 3 1/2-year term that "civil war" has spread throughout the country and that the international community should consider measures aimed at replacing the military leaders of the government with people who are more constructive and want to find a peaceful solution to the army´s ouster of the elected government. She was not allowed to visit Myanmar after the army´s takeover.
Heyzer has taken a softer line so far, declaring that she seeks to engage all parties in the conflict to seek a return to peace.
"In line with my all-stakeholder approach, I have engaged with hundreds of domestic stakeholders such as the National Unity Government (NUG), the Committee Representing Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH), the National League for Democracy (NLD), ethnic armed organizations, civil society, women and youth from communities, including in hard-to-reach areas," she told the U.N. General Assembly in June. The NUG and the CRPH are leading opposition organizations and have been officially declared "terrorist" groups by the military government, which denounces any contact with them.
Moe Zaw Oo, deputy foreign minister of the National Unity Government, said in a text message sent to journalists that it is not the right time for the U.N. special envoy to visit.
"We understand that the U.N. special envoy is fulfilling her duty, but I would like to say that it is not the right time for her. It is also uncertain how much it will benefit the country. This is the time to be very careful not to recognize the military group," Moe Zaw Oo said. "It also needs to learn from the fact that the ASEAN´s special envoy has visited Myanmar twice, but nothing has been achieved. We are watching her trip carefully."
Earlier this year, Heyzer drew harsh criticism for appearing to suggest in an interview with Singapore´s television news channel CNA that the pro-democracy forces in Myanmar should negotiate a power-sharing agreement with the ruling generals. Her office later said her remarks had been misinterpreted.
However, about 250 local and national civil society groups in Myanmar issued a statement saying the military could have been encouraged by her remarks to continue its violent repression.
"These statements could set a dangerous precedent, that those who take control through brutal means -- massacring, killing, raping, arresting, torturing, burning villages and people, targeting civilians using airstrikes and shelling -- be welcomed to share power," it said.
Heyzer headed UNIFEM, a U.N. development organization that focuses on promoting women´s economic advancement, in 1994-2007. She was the first woman to serve as executive secretary of the U.N. Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, in 2007-2014.
She also has visited Myanmar for rehabilitation programs and providing aid. In 2008-2009, as a U.N. under-secretary-general, she worked closely with a previous military government and ASEAN in recovery efforts after Myanmar was hit by Cyclone Nargis, which killed more than 138,000 people.
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Associated Press writer Edie Lederer at the United Nations contributed to this report.
FILE - U.N. Secretary-General's Special Envoy on Myanmar Noeleen Heyzer attends a press conference at the Parliament House in Kuala Lumpur, Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Heyzer arrived in Myanmar Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, on her first mission to Myanmar since her appointment last year, making her visit in the wake of a recent call by the world body's Security Council for an immediate end to all forms of violence and unimpeded humanitarian access in the strife-torn country. (Malaysia's Department of Information via AP, File)
In this image provided by the Military True News Information Team, United Nations special envoy Noeleen Heyzer, center, arrives at the Yangon International Airport, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, in Yangon, Myanmar. Heyzer arrived in Myanmar Tuesday on her first mission to the country since her appointment last year, making her visit in the wake of a recent call by the world body's Security Council for an immediate end to all forms of violence there and unimpeded humanitarian access to aid those affected by the strife. (Myanmar True News information Team via AP) | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/ap/article-11116991/UN-special-envoy-Myanmar-arrives-inaugural-visit.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-08-16T17:26:42Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/ap/article-11116991/UN-special-envoy-Myanmar-arrives-inaugural-visit.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | true |
Man stabs another man ‘50 to 70′ times, killing him, then steals his tablet, police say
MESA, Ariz. (KTVK/KPHO/Gray News) – A man in Arizona was arrested after stabbing a man dozens of times, killing him, then stealing his tablet, according to police.
Mesa police said Roberto Villareal-Suarez, 38, is charged with first-degree murder and armed robbery.
Officers responded Friday morning to a report of a man found dead in the middle of an intersection. First responders arrived to find a man with “about 50 to 70″ stab wounds to his chest and torso.
The victim was identified as Jose Feliciano, 46.
Mesa police said they found Villareal-Suarez nearby with blood on his clothes and hands and took him into custody. He was also holding a tablet, which police said belonged to the victim.
Investigators also reviewed surveillance video from a nearby gas station, which they said shows Villareal-Suarez getting into a fight with Feliciano and stabbing him.
An eyewitness also told officers at the scene that it appeared that Villareal-Suarez was violently swinging his right arm while standing over Feliciano.
Police said during an interview, Villareal-Suarez admitted to stabbing Feliciano multiple times because he “wanted to kill him.” When asked about the tablet, Villareal-Suarez said he took it to try and use it or sell it for money because he was homeless.
As of Monday morning, Villareal-Suarez was being held on a $1 million bond.
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Serena set to face Raducanu as career wind down continues
Serena Williams plays Tuesday night at the Western & Southern Open in what is expected to be one of her final matches. It's a big deal, even for a U.S. Open tuneup accustomed to hosting the world's best players.
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The tough road ahead for Serena WIlliams at the Western & Southern Open
MASON, Ohio (AP) — Serena Williams plays Tuesday night at the Western & Southern Open in what is expected to be one of her final matches.
It's a big deal, even for a U.S. Open tuneup accustomed to hosting the world's best players.
“Serena Williams is a global icon whose impact certainly transcends tennis,” tournament CEO Katie Haas said. “We are fortunate to have seen her lift our trophy on two occasions and to welcome her here for one of the last events of her incredible career.”
The 40-year-old Williams is preparing to walk away from tennis, saying she wants to have another child and pursue business interests. The 23-time Grand Slam champion has not said what her last event will be, but did make it sound as if her final farewell will come at the U.S. Open, which begins Aug. 29 in New York.
Next up for Williams is Tuesday night's first-round match against 19-year-old Emma Raducanu, the defending U.S. Open champion.
If Williams advances, she could face 2016 Cincinnati champion Karolina Pliskova in the second round. There also is a potential quarterfinal matchup with sister, Venus.
Serena Williams lost 6-2, 6-4 to Belinda Bencic on Wednesday night in Toronto in her first match since she elaborated on her future plans.
“She's been a huge impact on the sport,” said Cincinnati native Caty McNally, who is making her fourth appearance in her hometown tournament. “As a kid I always watched her on the TV. I was lucky to have the opportunity to play her in the U.S. Open a couple of years ago. I think it's important that she's moving on and going to spend time with her family and explore other things in life.” | https://www.tsn.ca/next-up-for-serena-is-raducanu-at-western-southern-open-1.1836380 | 2022-08-16T17:30:44Z | https://www.tsn.ca/next-up-for-serena-is-raducanu-at-western-southern-open-1.1836380 | true |
US STOCKS-Dow, S&P 500 gain on retail earnings boost
By Bansari Mayur Kamdar and Anisha Sircar
Aug 16 (Reuters) - Strong earnings from Walmart and Home Depot helped drive gains in the Dow Jones and the S&P 500 indexes on Tuesday.
Walmart Inc shares rose 5.9% after the world's largest retailer also forecast a smaller drop in full-year profit than previously projected.
Home Depot Inc added 5.4% as it surpassed estimates for quarterly sales on steady demand from builders as well as price hikes.
The two heavyweight stocks contributed to the S&P 500 retail sector's 2.1% gain.
"These companies are beating reduced or at least modestly reduced expectations," said Jason Pride, CIO for private wealth at Glenmede.
"Arguably, it is unexpected to some degree to see the magnitude of EPS strength being seen this quarter and even the prior quarter in the face of the difficulty that consumers are facing on the inflation in the rising rate environment."
So far, 77.6% of the S&P 500 companies that have reported results as of Friday have topped analysts' estimates, according to Refinitiv data.
Better-than-expected earnings from corporate America are helping U.S. equities recoup losses from a recent inflation-induced rout, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq index bouncing nearly 24% off its mid-June lows.
Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury yield recovered to 2.84% as encouraging data from U.S. retail giants suggested that the Federal Reserve has room to further tighten financial conditions as it battles four-decade high inflation.
Traders are now seeing a 60% chance of a 50 basis-point hike by the U.S. central bank in September and a 40% chance of a 75 basis-point hike.
That rise in yields weighed on high-growth stocks such as Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc.
"The back and forth in markets is heavily driven by changing expectations for rate hikes, which impacts stock prices," Pride added.
At 12:11 p.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 248.32 points, or 0.73%, at 34,160.76, the S&P 500 was up 11.50 points, or 0.27%, at 4,308.64, and the Nasdaq Composite was down 20.10 points, or 0.15%, at 13,107.95.
Investor sentiment is still bearish, but no longer "apocalyptically" so, according to BofA's monthly survey of global fund managers in August.
Focus will be on retail earnings and retail sales data this week for more clues on the impact of inflation on consumer behavior.
Zoom Video Communications fell 4.2% after Citigroup cut its rating on the pandemic darling's stock to "sell".
Advancing issues outnumbered decliners by a 1.06-to-1 ratio on the NYSE. Declining issues outnumbered advancers for a 1.28-to-1 ratio on the Nasdaq.
The S&P index recorded eight new 52-week highs and 29 new lows, while the Nasdaq recorded 67 new highs and 30 new lows. (Reporting by Bansari Mayur Kamdar, Susan Mathew and Anisha Sircar in Bengaluru; Editing by Shounak Dasgupta and Anil D'Silva) | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-11117071/US-STOCKS-Dow-S-P-500-gain-retail-earnings-boost.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-08-16T17:31:28Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-11117071/US-STOCKS-Dow-S-P-500-gain-retail-earnings-boost.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | true |
‘Pop Idol’ and stage star Darius Campbell Danesh dies at 41
LONDON (AP) — Performer Darius Campbell Danesh, who went from a British reality television show to a stage and music career, has died at the age of 41.
The singer’s family said Tuesday that he was found unresponsive in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota on Aug. 11 and pronounced dead by the local medical examiners’ office.
“The local police department have confirmed that there were no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances,” the family said. “The cause of his sudden death is unknown at this stage while medical examinations continue.”
Born in Glasgow to a Scottish mother and Iranian father, Campbell Danesh appeared on reality show “Popstars” in 2001, making a splash with his intense interpretation of Britney Spears’ “…Baby One More Time.”
He had more success later the same year on “Pop Idol,” an early Simon Cowell reality-talent show hybrid that aimed to find a new singing star. He came third behind Gareth Gates and Will Young but topped U.K. charts in 2002 with the single “Colourblind,” from his debut album “Dive In.”
Campbell Danesh went on to major roles in musicals, including West End productions of “Chicago” and “Guys and Dolls,” and starred as Rhett Butler in a musical stage adaptation of “Gone With the Wind.” The big-budget show opened in London in April 2008 but closed two months later after poor reviews and ticket sales.
In 2010, he won another reality show, “Popstar to Operastar” and afterward performed in a production of “Carmen” at London’s O2 Arena.
He also made a foray into Hollywood as a co-executive producer on the 2016 horror film “Imperium,” starring Daniel Radcliffe.
Campbell Danesh married actress Natasha Henstridge in California in 2011; they divorced a few years later.
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A new Girl Scouts cookie is in the oven.
Raspberry Rally will be available for the 2023 Girl Scouts cookie season, the organization announced Tuesday.
The thin, crispy cookie is “infused with raspberry flavor” and dipped in a chocolate coating, the Girl Scouts said. It is a “sister” cookie to the Thin Mints, the organization added.
Raspberry Rally will only available through online sale and direct shipment. The Girl Scouts said it hopes to enhance girls’ “e-commerce sales and entrepreneurial skills” that way.
Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana will kick off their cookie season with online sales starting Jan. 13, and in-person sales starting Jan. 20. To learn more or register, visit www.gsnim.org. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/new-girl-scouts-cookie-coming-raspberry-rally/ | 2022-08-16T17:32:24Z | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/new-girl-scouts-cookie-coming-raspberry-rally/ | false |
(WXIN) – Walmart hopes to entice customers to its Walmart+ service by adding some free streaming.
The retailer will soon be offering a Paramount+ subscription to Walmart+ members at no additional charge.
The new benefit will be available starting next month, Walmart announced. Members will be subscribed to the Paramount+ Essential tier, which is the service’s ad-supported version.
The company’s Walmart+ service currently offers free shipping with no minimum order, free same-day grocery delivery from local Walmart locations and fuel discounts, among other benefits. But Walmart is apparently aiming to grow its subscriber base as it tries to compete with Amazon, whose Prime subscription boasts a number of consumer benefits, including Prime Video.
Walmart+ currently costs $12.95 a month, or $98 per year. A subscription to the Paramount+ Essential tier typically goes for $4.99 a month, or about $60 a year.
Paramount+ began its life in the streaming world as CBS All Access. The service was rebranded under the Paramount banner in March 2021. The platform offers CBS and Paramount content, including Paramount Movies, select sports, several “Star Trek” shows and more.
Paramount+ is also home to original content and recent theatrical releases such as “The Lost City,” “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins.” | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/walmart-adds-free-paramount-streaming-for-subscribers/ | 2022-08-16T17:32:56Z | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/walmart-adds-free-paramount-streaming-for-subscribers/ | false |
Project tech to offer free professional headshots to community
Published: Aug. 16, 2022 at 1:02 PM EDT|Updated: 31 minutes ago
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Professional headshots can come in handy for a number of things -- resumes, websites, social media and more.
Many professionals don’t have professional headshots because they either don’t realize their importance, don’t know who to go to, or don’t have the financial means to pay for them.
However, Friday, August 19th is World Photography Day- and local organization, Project Tech will be teaming up with three professional photographers to offer FREE headshots to those who need them.
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OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt granted death row inmate Richard Glossip a 60-day stay of execution on Tuesday while a state appeals court considers his claim of innocence.
Stitt signed an executive order delaying Glossip’s execution for the 1997 killing of Glossip's boss, motel owner Barry Van Treese, that was scheduled for Sept. 22.
“This stay is granted to allow time for the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals to address a pending legal proceeding," the order states.
A Stitt spokeswoman declined to comment on the governor's decision, which also means that a clemency hearing before the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board that was scheduled for next week will be delayed.
Glossip asked the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals for a new evidentiary hearing following the release of an independent investigation by Houston law firm Reed Smith that raised new questions about his guilt. The firm's report did not find any definitive proof of Glossip’s innocence, but raised concerns about lost or destroyed evidence and a detective asking leading questions to Glossip’s co-defendant, Justin Sneed, to implicate Glossip in the slaying.
Sneed admitted killing Van Treese but said he did so at Glossip’s direction. Sneed was sentenced to life in prison and was a key witness against Glossip.
“We are extremely grateful for Governor Stitt’s thoughtful and compassionate decision to grant a 60-day reprieve for Rich’s execution date, and to do so sufficiently in advance of the August 23 clemency hearing to spare everyone the trauma that such a hearing entails," Glossip's attorney Don Knight said in a statement. “This will also spare Mr. Glossip from beginning the cruel execution protocol for a fourth time. We note that new evidence of innocence continues to be uncovered on an almost daily basis, including compelling evidence of admitted killer Justin Sneed’s desire to recant his testimony accusing Mr. Glossip of orchestrating the murder of Barry Van Treese."
Glossip, now 59, has long maintained his innocence. He has been scheduled to be executed three separate times, only to be spared shortly before the sentence was set to be carried out. He was just hours from being executed in September 2015 when prison officials realized they had received the wrong lethal drug, a mix-up that helped prompt a nearly seven-year moratorium on the death penalty in Oklahoma.
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Technology leader sees sustained growth due to customer-first service and product innovation
DULLES, Va., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fifth consecutive year, Unanet, the leading provider of project-based ERP and CRM solutions, has been named to the Inc. 5000, the prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. Making the list five years in a row is a feat that few companies have achieved. This accomplishment highlights Unanet's role as an industry disrupter serving government contractors (GovCon) and architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms. Unanet delivers a better product, coupled with better customer service than has been provided before.
"Our growth is due to the fact that we are successfully taking market share from entrenched ERP and CRM providers who have failed customers with the status quo," said Craig Halliday, CEO of Unanet. "More than one-third of our customers have made the switch to Unanet from a competitive product. It's the hard work of our team, who innovate, listen, and deliver on behalf of customers that has led to this honor."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
About Unanet
Unanet is a leading provider of project-based ERP and CRM solutions purpose-built for Government Contractors, architecture, engineering, construction, and professional services firms. More than 3,400 project-driven organizations depend on Unanet to turn their information into actionable insights, drive better decision-making, and accelerate business growth. All backed by a people-centered team invested in the success of your projects, people, and financials. For more information, visit www.unanet.com.
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2-year-old goes home after heart transplant spending 283 days in hospital
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) – After spending 283 days in the hospital and undergoing his second open-heart surgery, a 2-year-old boy from Kentucky went home Monday.
Clay Goodwin was born in November 2020 with four congenital heart defects, Norton Healthcare said. He underwent his first open-heart surgery when he was two days old, WAVE reported.
Despite the efforts of caregivers and doctors, he was listed for a heart transplant in January 2022.
Clay received a heart transplant on July 5 and his parents, Brandon and Hannah Goodwin, were able to take him home Monday.
He was treated to a celebratory parade thrown together by the staff at the hospital.
Clay is one of three pediatric heart transplants done so far this year at Norton Children’s Hospital.
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5-year-old boy loses part of leg, hand in lawn mower accident
BONNEAU, S.C. (WCSC/Gray News) – A 5-year-old boy in South Carolina lost part of his leg and part of his hand in a lawn mower accident.
According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the home Saturday afternoon.
The boy’s parents told deputies their son was playing in the backyard while his father was cutting the grass. The incident report states the child’s mother said the boy was playing in the yard and had “come out of nowhere” just before the accident.
No foul play is suspected, officials said.
The child was flown by helicopter to MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital for treatment of serious injuries to his left leg and left hand.
According to a GoFundMe page set up for the family, the boy lost his left leg below the knee and half of his left hand after multiple surgeries.
The boy’s mom, Lorena Carr, said in a GoFundMe update that her son has a long road to recovery, but they are staying hopeful.
“Wyatt has a long road ahead of him and still several surgeries. He’s going to be at the hospital for 2 weeks but we know how resilient he is and he WILL bounce back without a doubt,” she wrote.
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Man stabs another man ‘50 to 70′ times, killing him, then steals his tablet, police say
MESA, Ariz. (KTVK/KPHO/Gray News) – A man in Arizona was arrested after stabbing a man dozens of times, killing him, then stealing his tablet, according to police.
Mesa police said Roberto Villareal-Suarez, 38, is charged with first-degree murder and armed robbery.
Officers responded Friday morning to a report of a man found dead in the middle of an intersection. First responders arrived to find a man with “about 50 to 70″ stab wounds to his chest and torso.
The victim was identified as Jose Feliciano, 46.
Mesa police said they found Villareal-Suarez nearby with blood on his clothes and hands and took him into custody. He was also holding a tablet, which police said belonged to the victim.
Investigators also reviewed surveillance video from a nearby gas station, which they said shows Villareal-Suarez getting into a fight with Feliciano and stabbing him.
An eyewitness also told officers at the scene that it appeared that Villareal-Suarez was violently swinging his right arm while standing over Feliciano.
Police said during an interview, Villareal-Suarez admitted to stabbing Feliciano multiple times because he “wanted to kill him.” When asked about the tablet, Villareal-Suarez said he took it to try and use it or sell it for money because he was homeless.
As of Monday morning, Villareal-Suarez was being held on a $1 million bond.
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Invention transforms waste into profit and usable materials to reduce greenhouse gases
DALLAS, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Terence Collier, president of CEC Solutions, has received approval from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a method of improving on existing CO2 repurposing technology. Specifically, the invention relates to a system for capturing and repurposing CO2 into usable materials, such as jet fuel, methane, carbon monoxide, kerosene and even plastics, transforming waste into profit.
Exhausted CO2, for instance from cement fabrication, steam formation, steel production and coal burning, ends up in the air and water. High concentrations of CO2 triggers increasingly devastating atmospheric, environment and ecological effects.
"By utilizing the seemingly unlimited resource of terrestrial, air and aquatic CO2, it is also possible to generate fuels and raw materials for complex organic compounds at a substantially reduced rate, thereby minimizing the need for consumption of non-renewable petroleum reserves."
Annually, 33 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide are discarded as waste. One ton of captured and transformed CO2 can generate between $500 and $1500 in revenue. The cement industry alone, generating over 200 million metric tons per year, could see additional revenue in the trillions of dollars.
"It's not only advantageous to have a solution to reduce CO2 emissions by capture but also to convert it into viable materials," Collier said.
Currently, the prevailing CO2 repurposing technique uses exotic and expensive nanoparticles, which are in limited supply and prone to corrosion. But CEC technology circumvents that process with more control, increasing surface area by orders of magnitude. By transforming CO2 into usable materials, the technology eliminates the need for carbon storage for companies that buy and sell carbon tax credits.
"Instead of capturing it and putting it underground and in the rocks, if you can turn it into fuel, that's transformative," Collier said.
Details of the patent are available at https://uspto.report/patent/grant/11,359296.
Based in Richardson, Texas, CEC reduces carbon dioxide emissions for profit and a better planet. CEC has invented technology that transforms carbon dioxide exhaust into useful materials and bioprecursors, providing a transformative financial incentive while reducing global CO2 levels. CO2/CO are repurposed into simple and complex hydrocarbons for internal consumption, storage or to be sold on the market.
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TUPELO, Miss. (AP) — The Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum in Tupelo, Mississippi, has welcomed an increasing number of visitors as fans commemorate the 45th anniversary of Presley's death and a new movie reawakens international interest in the singer.
Roy Turner was named executive director of the Birthplace last fall after longtime leader Dick Guyton retired.
The Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal reported Turner's biggest challenge is getting visitors to return to Tupelo’s top attraction amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Birthplace has seen more visitors this year than in the past two.
“It really picked up the first of April with steady increases, and then when the film came out it really picked up,” he said.
The Baz Luhrmann-directed “Elvis" movie has been a global hit. With international tourists typically making up 60% of Birthplace visitors, the movie about the king of rock ’n' roll couldn’t have been released at a better time.
It was only last November that a busload of visitors became the first international tour group at the site since January 2020.
“They’re coming from all over the world,” Turner said.
He said about 20 people from Belgium visited the Birthplace on Aug. 9, spending most of the day there. About 35 bus tours were expected in just over two weeks. Turner said those numbers are approaching pre-COVID levels.
Before the pandemic, the Birthplace saw about 60,000 visitors a year.
Presley died Aug. 16, 1977, at his Graceland mansion in Memphis, Tennessee — about 94 miles (151 kilometers) from the Birthplace. Turner said tourism at the Birthplace typically increases “in those five-year increments” of the anniversary of the death.
Turner said he’s happy to see more visitors, including younger ones.
“We’ve seen a lot of young people show an interest in Elvis,” he said. “Another interesting thing is that there are more African American visitors as well, because the movie told more of Elvis’ connection to the African American community.” | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Elvis-death-anniversary-increases-tourism-at-his-17377100.php | 2022-08-16T17:39:00Z | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Elvis-death-anniversary-increases-tourism-at-his-17377100.php | true |
With a three-year revenue growth of 438%, the leading provider of water management solutions for construction and facilities ranks among the top 30% of America's fastest-growing private companies
NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that WINT Water Intelligence, a leader in cutting-edge water management and leak-prevention solutions for construction, commercial and industrial applications, is No. 1,473 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment — its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"We are honored to be part of such a prestigious list, which is a recognition of the value WINT's water management solutions bring to its clients and partners," said Alon Geva, CEO of WINT Water Intelligence.
Geva added: "Water management in buildings and construction sites is critical to reduce the impact of water use and protect organizations from expensive water-related damages. Our advanced AI-driven technology provides companies in the construction, facilities, and commercial real estate sectors with a solution for addressing water leaks, which cost them and their insurance providers billions of dollars annually. WINT's solutions also help organizations improve their sustainability stance by reducing water waste and carbon emissions while cutting costs."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," said Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Water waste and leaks pose persistent challenges for industries across the built environment and contribute to global water scarcity and carbon emissions, with 13% of electricity consumption in the United States related to water distribution and treatment. Research indicates that every 1,000 gallons of water used or wasted accounts for 85 pounds of carbon, and 25% of all water in the built environment is wasted. Moreover, water damage in facilities is a major source of insurance claims, with over $13 billion in annual payouts. As the leading provider of AI-driven water intelligence technology, WINT helps organizations avoid water damage, reduce consumption by 20%-25%, and cut operational expenses and environmental footprint.
For more information about WINT, visit https://wint.ai.
About WINT
WINT is dedicated to helping businesses reduce their environmental footprint by preventing the hazards, costs, waste and environmental impact associated with water leaks and waste. Utilizing the power of artificial intelligence and IoT technology, WINT provides a solution for commercial facilities, construction sites and industrial manufacturers looking to cut water waste, reduce carbon emissions and eliminate the impact of water-leak disasters. WINT has been recognized by Fast Company and CB Insights as one of the world's most innovative AI companies and has won multiple awards including "Next Big things in Tech" and Insurance Times' claims prevention technology award. For more information, please visit www.wint.ai.
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Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
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The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
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SRINAGAR, India (AP) — Assailants on Tuesday fatally shot a local Hindu man and injured his brother in a shooting that police blamed on militants fighting against Indian rule in disputed Kashmir.
Police said militants fired at two brothers belonging to minority community of Kashmiri Hindus inside an apple orchard in southern Shopian district.
The two were taken to a hospital with critical gunshot wounds where one died, police said in a statement.
Reinforcement of soldiers and police cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to nab the attackers.
Kashmir has witnessed a spate of targeted killings in recent months. Several Hindus, including immigrant workers from Indian states, have been killed. Police say the killings — including that of Muslim village councilors, police officers and civilians — have been carried out by anti-India rebels.
The spate of killings this year come as Indian troops have continued their counterinsurgency operations across the region amid a clampdown on dissent and press freedom, which critics have likened to a militaristic policy.
Kashmir is divided between India and Pakistan and claimed by both in its entirety.
Rebels in the Indian-controlled portion of Kashmir have been fighting New Delhi’s rule since 1989. Most Muslim Kashmiris support the rebel goal of uniting the territory, either under Pakistani rule or as an independent country.
India insists the Kashmir militancy is Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. Pakistan denies the charge, and most Kashmiris consider it a legitimate freedom struggle. Tens of thousands of civilians, rebels and government forces have been killed in the conflict.
Kashmir’s minority Hindus, who are locally known as Pandits, have long fretted over their place in the disputed region. Most of an estimated 200,000 of them fled Kashmir in the 1990s when an armed rebellion against Indian rule began. Some 4,000 of them later returned after 2010 as part of a government resettlement plan that provided them with jobs and housing.
The recent killings, however, have heightened their fears.
In May, after the killing of a Hindu revenue clerk, hundreds of them organized for the first time simultaneous street protests in the region and demanded the government relocate them to safer areas. | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Suspected-militants-fatally-shoot-local-Hindu-in-17377079.php | 2022-08-16T17:40:43Z | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Suspected-militants-fatally-shoot-local-Hindu-in-17377079.php | false |
Ex-cop who testified against friend avoids prison for Jan. 6
(AP) - A former Virginia police officer who testified against a friend and former supervisor he joined at the Capitol in the Jan. 6 insurrection avoided prison time on Tuesday for his role in it.
Former Rocky Mount Police Officer Jacob Fracker pleaded guilty to conspiring with his fellow officer to obstruct Congress from certifying Joe Biden’s 2020 election victory over then-President Donald Trump and was sentenced to one year of probation, with 59 days in home confinement.
Prosecutors did not seek prison time for Fracker, pointing to his substantial cooperation and trial testimony against former Rocky Mount Police Sgt. Thomas Robertson. Fracker’s cooperation came at “great personal cost,” prosecutors said, noting that Robertson was not only Fracker’s colleague but also a father figure he sometimes referred to as “dad.”
Robertson, an Army veteran who was convicted by a jury of attacking the Capitol to obstruct Congress from certifying the Electoral College vote on Jan. 6, 2021, was sentenced last week to more than seven years behind bars. That matches the longest prison sentence so far among hundreds of Capitol riot cases.
Fracker, a Marine Corps veteran, told jurors that Robertson had invited him to Washington, D.C., to see Trump speak. The two off-duty officers traveled to Washington in the morning with a third man and donned gas masks as they approached the Capitol and joined the mob of rioters.
During his sentencing hearing in federal court in Washington, Fracker apologized for his actions.
“Yes, I was there with someone else. Yes, I was there because I trusted him based on lies, but he didn’t tell me how to act that day. I acted on my own, and for that I apologize,” Fracker told the judge.
Prosecutors said they wouldn’t have known that Robertson destroyed two cellphones containing incriminating videos and photos taken on Jan. 6 without Fracker’s cooperation. His testimony also helped prosecutors “establish Robertson’s corrupt intent” to obstruct the congressional proceeding without having to rely on Robertson’s social media postings, prosecutors wrote.
Fracker is the first Jan. 6 defendant to be sentenced for a conspiracy conviction and the first defendant to be sentenced after getting a cooperation deal with prosecutors.
Rocky Mount, a town of roughly 5,000 residents about a four-hour drive southwest of Washington, fired Robertson and Fracker after the deadly riot.
Robertson and Fracker are among roughly 850 people who have been charged with federal crimes for their conduct on Jan. 6. More than 350 of them have pleaded guilty, mostly to misdemeanor offenses, and more than 230 have been sentenced.
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(NewsNation) — “Every single person” on the “Rust” movie set knows what happened the day cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was shot, actor Alec Baldwin said in an interview with incoming NewsNation host Chris Cuomo on his podcast.
Speaking on Cuomo’s podcast “The Chris Cuomo Project,” Baldwin said, “The people who are talking the loudest about what happens or speculating about what happened were not on the set of the film.”
“The LA Times, The Hollywood Reporter, they are talking on and on about this,” he said. “The thing that they have in common was no one was there.”
The actor fatally shot Hutchins on Oct. 21 while filming for the movie “Rust.” Director Joel Souza was also wounded when the Colt .45-caliber revolver went off.
Baldwin said in an ABC interview in December that he never pulled the trigger, but an FBI report released this week said otherwise. It concluded that the gun could not have been fired without pulling the trigger.
Baldwin’s lawyer, in a statement to NPR, called the FBI’s findings “misconstrued” and said the gun was in “poor condition.”
Speaking to Cuomo, Baldwin broke down what “fanning a gun” can look like and how that may have contributed to what happened.
“In old Western movies, you would see someone fan the hammer of the gun,” Baldwin said.
If the hammer didn’t lock, and someone pulled it back far enough, it would fire the bullet without someone having to pull the trigger, Baldwin explained.
“The man who is the principal safety officer of the set of the film declared the gun was safe when he handed it to me,” Baldwin said. “The man who was the principal safety officer of the film declared in front of the entire assemblage, ‘This is a cold gun.’ Now, why did he say that if he didn’t know and hadn’t checked? The point is we were told everything was cool and you can relax and we are working with a gun that is safe to rehearse with.”
For Baldwin, there is only one question to ask now: “Who put a live round in the gun?”
“What is likely is that someone who was responsible for one situation or one line of responsibility and the other person — a tandem of the two people — one of them or both were negligent,” Baldwin said.
New Mexico’s Office of the Medical Investigator ruled the shooting an accident after completing an autopsy and review of law enforcement reports. Prosecutors have not yet made a decision about any charges, and police are waiting to receive data from Baldwin’s cellphone before completing the investigation.
Baldwin’s legal team suggested the medical investigator’s report was further proof that the shooting was “a tragic accident” and that he should not face criminal charges.
“This is the third time the New Mexico authorities have found that Alec Baldwin had no authority or knowledge of the allegedly unsafe conditions on the set, that he was told by the person in charge of safety on the set that the gun was ‘cold,’ and believed the gun was safe,” attorney Luke Nikas said in a statement.
Multiple agencies launched investigations into the shooting, and in April, New Mexico workplace safety regulators fined the production company more than $136,000 and outlined a litany of safety failures that took place on the set. There were two misfires on set prior to the fatal shooting, according to the report.
In all his years making movies, Baldwin said he’s never before had “one problem” with these kinds of props.
“Why would anybody believe that I worked in this business for 40 years and that day I decided to play with a gun?” he asked. “That’s the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard.”
Despite this, Baldwin said there are people who have seized on the opportunity to use the shooting against him.
“We’ve come down to a point where it doesn’t matter what you do. This is something that was a delight to the people who hate my guts politically,” he said, pointing out how former President Donald Trump claimed that Baldwin “may have had something to do with” the shooting. Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., even made T-shirts mocking the incident that were sold on his website.
“It doesn’t matter what you do, the ones who are out to get you are out to get you,” Baldwin said.
Reflecting on this “cancel culture,” Baldwin attributed it to social media and the current political climate, especially the “disconnect” between politicians and the average person.
People don’t think politicians “who are bought and owned by the people who put them in office” will listen to them or pass laws in their interest, Baldwin said.
So instead, he said the average person uses “cancel culture, ending your career, saying something that will have some impact” to make their voices heard.
Still, Baldwin, on Cuomo’s podcast, insisted: “I’m not the real victim here.”
“Things for me are going to get better,” he said. “Things for me are going to get cleared up, I’m 1000% confident of that. Nothing’s going to bring this woman back. She died. She has a little boy. This is the real tragedy.”
Hutchins’ shooting death was a reminder of the dangers that can be present on film sets, which have resulted in deaths in the past. Most notably, actor Brandon Lee died in 1993 after he was shot on the set of “The Crow” when a makeshift bullet was mistakenly left in a gun.
This interview was edited for clarity.
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Flooding: Totton homes flooded and roads blocked after downpour
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Homes have flooded, roads are blocked and bus services delayed in a town hit by flash flooding.
The heavy downpour, which hit Totton, Hampshire, at about 12:00 BST, blocked Ringwood Road and Commercial Road, causing traffic disruption.
The water has cleared but residents have reported flooded properties and "sewage running down [the] road".
It comes after a yellow warning was issued for thunderstorms in England and Wales.
Hampshire & the Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service has advised people not to travel during heavy rain.
Glenn McDermott, who was caught in flash flooding on Ringwood Road, said the rain had been "very heavy" at about 12:00.
"The problem was it didn't let up for a good 20 minutes, and I think the ground is so dry, it wasn't soaking into the ground as it normally would so caused flooding very quickly," he said.
One resident said on Totton's Facebook page: "No joke here. Neighbours porch and hallway flooded. Sewage running down [the] road and into gardens. We are now clearing the mess."
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QUANTICO, Va., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Board of FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. (FBINAA) denounces any calls for violence against or directed towards state, local, and federal law enforcement officers.
"The majority who serve in a law enforcement capacity are committed to justice and the FBI National Academy Associates condemns violence toward and/or inflicted upon any law enforcement officer, trooper, deputy, and federal agent" said FBINAA President Tim Braniff, "We must continue to recognize law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to protect and serve our communities. The men and women working on the streets daily should never have to work under the shadow of threats of violence toward them or their families. The public safety community needs to stand united and denounce the constant verbosity of violence toward our peacekeepers. This is not a political issue but a perseverance of public humanity and peace within our community and on our streets.
FBINAA joins those who continue to support the public safety community and stand united to support our officers against any threat of violence and terrorism.
The FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. (FBINAA) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing the highest degree of law enforcement expertise, leadership training, and information to law enforcement executives around the world. The Association's Mission is "Impacting communities by providing and promoting law enforcement leadership through training and networking." Association members are graduates of the prestigious FBI National Academy Program. The FBINAA has nearly 16,000 members representing all 50 US states, over 8,200 law enforcement agencies, and 194 countries worldwide. The FBINAA is the strongest law enforcement leadership network in the world. Located in Quantico, VA, the FBINAA is a non-political organization and is not affiliated with any special interest group.
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Invention transforms waste into profit and usable materials to reduce greenhouse gases
DALLAS, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Terence Collier, president of CEC Solutions, has received approval from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a method of improving on existing CO2 repurposing technology. Specifically, the invention relates to a system for capturing and repurposing CO2 into usable materials, such as jet fuel, methane, carbon monoxide, kerosene and even plastics, transforming waste into profit.
Exhausted CO2, for instance from cement fabrication, steam formation, steel production and coal burning, ends up in the air and water. High concentrations of CO2 triggers increasingly devastating atmospheric, environment and ecological effects.
"By utilizing the seemingly unlimited resource of terrestrial, air and aquatic CO2, it is also possible to generate fuels and raw materials for complex organic compounds at a substantially reduced rate, thereby minimizing the need for consumption of non-renewable petroleum reserves."
Annually, 33 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide are discarded as waste. One ton of captured and transformed CO2 can generate between $500 and $1500 in revenue. The cement industry alone, generating over 200 million metric tons per year, could see additional revenue in the trillions of dollars.
"It's not only advantageous to have a solution to reduce CO2 emissions by capture but also to convert it into viable materials," Collier said.
Currently, the prevailing CO2 repurposing technique uses exotic and expensive nanoparticles, which are in limited supply and prone to corrosion. But CEC technology circumvents that process with more control, increasing surface area by orders of magnitude. By transforming CO2 into usable materials, the technology eliminates the need for carbon storage for companies that buy and sell carbon tax credits.
"Instead of capturing it and putting it underground and in the rocks, if you can turn it into fuel, that's transformative," Collier said.
Details of the patent are available at https://uspto.report/patent/grant/11,359296.
Based in Richardson, Texas, CEC reduces carbon dioxide emissions for profit and a better planet. CEC has invented technology that transforms carbon dioxide exhaust into useful materials and bioprecursors, providing a transformative financial incentive while reducing global CO2 levels. CO2/CO are repurposed into simple and complex hydrocarbons for internal consumption, storage or to be sold on the market.
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tshawntaylor@yahoo.com or
tshawn@tcgrowingideas.com | 312-371-6260
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NEW YORK, Aug 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that Firstleaf is No. 1725 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"We're honored to be recognized in Inc. 5000's list for the second year in a row," said Philip James, founder & CEO of Firstleaf. "Firstleaf's expertise in winemaking and technology allows us to offer the best wine selections for every consumer, from beginners to experts. We look forward to continuing to grow in this $70 billion wine market and offering wine that's personalized to each individual's taste."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Firstleaf is America's most personalized wine company that uses millions of data points to produce and curate each shipment of award-winning wine from around the world so that members can explore new bottles and discover new favorites tailored to their tastes. The company, which was founded by Philip James, a wine industry veteran and Oxford-educated chemist, offers a subscription service that unites the art and science of wine.
Firstleaf brings together proprietary technology, expert winemakers and a WSET-certified concierge team, to build a unique Wine Profile for each member and curate each shipment individually. With no preset packs or boxes, Firstleaf has over 82 million combinations of wines possible and 98% of its monthly boxes are unique. Its team of winemakers sample over 10,000 wines each year across 5 continents and 12 countries to select only the finest bottles. With more than 700,000 12-bottle cases sold last year, Firstleaf is the #1 trusted wine brand in consumer rankings. Nearly one million people have tried Firstleaf since the brand's inception.
Its wines have won over 2,800 awards, including over 300 90+ point scores, and 92% of its wines are award-winning. This year, Firstleaf was named one of Fast Company's World's Most Innovative Companies in the data science category and recognized as one of Wine Business Monthly's 50 Largest Wineries. This came on the heels of being named Wine Company of the Year in Winemaker Challenge International's 2021 wine competition, one of the only U.S. wine competitions judged exclusively by professional winemakers.
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
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TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Israel Corporation Ltd. (TASE: ILCO) ("IC") announced today its second quarter results for the period ending June 30, 2022.
Selected Financial Figures for the second Quarter and 2022:
Debt Balances and Liquidity at the IC Headquarters Level1
As of June 30, 2022, total financial liabilities1 were $1,117 million, and investments in liquid assets amounted to $645 million, of which $8 are pledged deposits.
Net debt1 as of June 30, 2022, totaled $556 million. The net debt includes the fair value of derivative transactions, which increases the economic value of the financial liabilities in the amount of $5 million, and the fair value of the Bazan call options2 which increases the economic value of the financial liabilities by $19 million. As of March 31, 2022, the net debt1 was $686m.
Additional updates
On April 17, 2022, IC engaged in an agreement with the Hagag Group Real Estate Entrepreneurship Ltd. for the sale of shares of Bazan Group, Pursuant to the Agreement and subject to its conditions precedent*3. IC has undertaken to sell 16.687% of Bazan's issued share capital.
Immediately after the completion of the transaction, IC Board of Directors intends to distribute, as a cash dividend, 50% of the transaction proceeds subject to any law and to the criteria for the distribution of a dividend.
IC Total Assets, Net
About Israel Corporation
Israel Corporation Ltd. (TASE: ILCO) ("IC") is a reputable public investment company, which owns and invests in high quality companies with established managements and go-to markets.
In November 2019, IC announced its updated strategy, IC plans to expand its portfolio through new investments.
IC current core holdings include c.44% stake in ICL Group (NYSE:ICL, TASE:ICL), a c.24% stake in the Bazan Group (TASE:ORL) and c.18% stake in AKVA Group (OB:AKVA). IC is publicly traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange under the ticker ILCO and is included in the TA-35 Index.
For further information on IC, see IC's publicly available filings, which can be found on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange website at http://maya.tase.co.il.
Please also see IC company website http://www.israelcorp.com for additional information.
Convenience Translation
The financial information found in this press release is an English summary based on the original Hebrew financial statements and is solely for the convenience of the reader. The binding version is the original in Hebrew.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements, which may not materialize and are subject to risks and uncertainties that are not under the control of IC, which may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the disclosures.
Investor Relations Contacts
Idan Hizki
Vice President, Business Development & Investor Relations
Tel: +972 3 684 4500
idanh@israelcorp.com
1 Israel Corp and its wholly owned and controlled headquarter companies.
2 On November 11, 2021, IC completed a share sale of 9% of Bazan Group to qualified investors for ~$85m together with options for
additional stake of 7.3%, granted to the investors for no consideration, with exercise price of NIS 1.15, adjusted for dividends, with maturity of 22 months. Currently IC holds c. 24% in Bazan
3 For more details, please refer to IC immediate report dated April 17, 2022
4 As of June 30, 2022.
5 On March 9, 2022, IC completed a sale of ~1.6% ICL outstanding shares to international and Israeli institutional investors, post the sale IC holds 44.1% in ICL
6 Based on price per share of NIS 1.035 (adjusted to dividend) based on agreement to sale 16.687% of Bazan shares to Hagag Group. Remaining shares are according to closing price as of June 30, 2022.
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The purpose-built solution will help companies easily upgrade their conference room tech for the hybrid workplace
CUPERTINO, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jabra and Lenovo are expanding their collaboration to offer a seamless, easy to use meeting room system optimized for use with Microsoft Teams Rooms – the Jabra PanaCast 50 Room System. The purpose-built, modular room kit provides companies looking to upgrade their meeting room technology for the hybrid working world with enhanced business productivity and collaboration capabilities. The plug-and-play full room system is a first from Jabra and is certified for and preloaded with Teams Rooms software.
The system features the Jabra PanaCast 50 and Lenovo ThinkSmart Core Kit. The PanaCast 50 offers innovative 180-degree Panoramic-4K video and works seamlessly with Microsoft Teams Rooms' front row layout to make hybrid meetings more inclusive and engaging. Lenovo's ThinkSmart Core Kit includes the ThinkSmart Core and the ThinkSmart Controller, a 10.1inch, 10-point touch HD display that allows users to initiate and control meetings, as well as share content and work with colleagues working remotely.
"The typical meeting is not what it used to be, and it's time for meeting room technology to catch up," said Aurangzeb Khan, SVP of Intelligent Vision Systems at Jabra. "We're delighted to unite the PanaCast 50's unique capabilities with Lenovo's innovative solutions to equip offices with solutions to foster inclusive and interactive meetings for everyone, regardless of where they are. The system works at the touch of a button and can connect employees seamlessly whether they're in-person or connecting from home."
"The shift to hybrid work has undoubtedly led to more demand for video enabled conference rooms, which is why we're working with companies like Jabra and Lenovo to develop purpose-built Microsoft Teams Rooms," said Albert Kooiman, Senior Director of Microsoft Teams Devices Partner Engineering and Certification. "Bringing together Jabra and Lenovo's hardware with Microsoft Teams software allows users to experience key Teams features such as front row and Intelligent Camera, both for those in the meeting room and remote."
The new product bundle provides everything needed to set up a Teams Room. The Jabra PanaCast 50's 180-degree view allows for every attendee to be seen, no matter where they're sitting. This is further amplified by Dynamic Composition, an intelligent camera technology Jabra co-developed with Microsoft and released earlier this year. It helps to bridge the gap between in-person and remote meeting participants by providing a close-up view of in-room participants when they speak.
Lenovo's ThinkSmart Core is powered by an 11th Gen Intel® Core™ vPro® processor and delivers connectivity to support any meeting room configuration. Its understated yet stylish design means it can be placed discreetly, and it has ports to support multiple audio and visual accessories, along with integrated cable management. The ThinkSmart Controller's easy-to-use Teams Rooms interface makes it ideal for meetings and collaboration. It has Integrated Infrared sensors that detect when participants enter the room and automatically turns the system on and off.
"We're excited to collaborate with Jabra to provide businesses with a way to bring their conference rooms into the hybrid work era," said Shannon MacKay, General Manager of Worldwide Smart Collaboration Business, Lenovo. "Combining the power of our ThinkSmart Core solution with the Jabra PanaCast 50's intelligent video system and Microsoft Teams Rooms technology will allow us to empower users to have more productive and inclusive meetings no matter where attendees are located."
Building on the initial offering made available in EMEA last year, this joint-offering will be the latest full Teams Rooms system from Jabra. It will be available to order from September 15th 2022.
More information on the Jabra PanaCast 50 Room System website.
About Jabra
Jabra is a world leading brand in audio, video, and collaboration solutions – engineered to empower consumers and businesses. Proudly part of the GN Group, we are committed to letting people hear more, do more, and be more than they ever thought possible. Jabra engineering excellence leads the way, building on 150 years of pioneering work within GN. This allows us to create integrated tools for contact centers, offices, and collaboration that help professionals work more productively from anywhere; and true wireless headphones and earbuds that let consumers better enjoy calls, music, and media. GN, founded in 1869, operates in 100 countries and delivers innovation, reliability, and ease of use. GN employs more than 7,000 people and in 2021 reported annual revenue of DKK 15.8bn. GN Audio accounts for DKK 10.4bn. GN makes life sound better and is Nasdaq Copenhagen listed.
www.jabra.com
© 2022 GN Audio A/S. All rights reserved. Jabra® is a registered trademark of GN Audio A/S. All other trademarks included herein are the property of their respective owners (design and specifications are subject to change without notice).
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