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Andriy Tuz was at the Ukrainian nuclear power plant when it came under Russian control in March. Now in Switzerland, Tuz talks about work and life at the complex under Russian occupation.
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Andriy Tuz was at the Ukrainian nuclear power plant when it came under Russian control in March. Now in Switzerland, Tuz talks about work and life at the complex under Russian occupation.
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BENTONVILLE, Ark., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BSM Partners, the leading full-service pet care research and consulting firm, announces 15-year-old Ava Dorsey as the first participant in their Young Entrepreneur Mentorship Program. Dorsey is the founder and Chief Pet Officer of Ava's Pet Palace, a line of USDA Organic-certified and all-natural dog and cat treats and pet accessories. All packaging for Ava's Pet Palace products is made from sustainable recycled products.
"Having already accomplished so much at such a young age, Ava is the perfect first mentee to kickstart our Young Entrepreneur Mentorship program," said Dr. Frank Niles, Principal of BSM's Business Transformation practice and startup services group lead. "Our startup services team has been thrilled to be guiding and assisting Ava through her company's growth, and we look forward to helping other young entrepreneurs break into and flourish in the industry."
BSM Partners' Young Entrepreneur Mentorship Program guides emerging young business leaders within the pet industry, providing advice and support on matters such as product innovation, formula development, marketing, business development, employee development, organizational development, executive coaching, and more.
"It's been a great and very productive relationship since meeting everyone on the BSM team," said Dorsey. "The team members are so caring and provide help and guidance that any startup could benefit from across all areas of business. I'm really looking forward to the future of the pet industry that includes the youth this program seeks to help. And I'm so happy they are being active change agents for the future of the industry. Growing and scaling a business can sometimes feel scary, but I now feel very confident and super excited about the future of Ava's Pet Palace!"
Ava's Pet Palace is a line of organic and all-natural dog and cat treats and pet accessories and are sold online at www.avaspetpalace.com, in independent retailers throughout the nation and in all PetPeople and Pet Food Express locations.
BSM Partners is the leading full-service pet care research, consulting, and strategy-to-shelf product innovation firm. BSM Partners collaborates with hundreds of clients, ranging from the largest companies to individual entrepreneurs, to provide both technical and business solutions. The firm's startup services group helps early-stage pet care entrepreneurs build the foundation necessary to scale their business. From ideation to execution and everything in-between, BSM accelerates the growth of promising new businesses in the pet food industry. To learn more, go to www.bsmpartners.net.
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HABO, Sweden, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
The second quarter:
- Order intake was MSEK 2,183 (2,123), an increase of +2.8% adjusted to -1.3% for currency effects of MSEK +88
- Net sales were MSEK 2,045 (1,846), an increase of +10.8% adjusted to +6.5% for currency effects of MSEK +78
- Operating profit was MSEK 186.5 (208.2), a decrease of -10.4% with an operating margin of 9.1 (11.3)%
- Earnings after tax were MSEK 131.1 (137.7)
- Earnings per share were SEK 0.74 (0.78)
- Cash flow from operating activities was MSEK 20.3 (200.3)
Comment from CEO Bodil Sonesson:
The second quarter order intake was at a high level as market conditions remained favorable and despite the external conditions net sales showed robust growth and the Group delivered another set of solid results.
An investor webcast following the Quarter 2 Report 2022 will be held on 23 August 2022 at 15:30 CET.
A link to the webcast and a management presentation will be available on https://www.fagerhultgroup.com/investors.
This disclosure contains information that Fagerhult is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation (EU nr 596/2014) and the Swedish Securities Markets Act (2007:528). The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person, on 23-08-2022 11:20 CET.
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BRADENTON, Fla., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Lubricant Container Recycling Coalition (NLCRC) is launching an industry-first collaborative recycling pilot program that focuses on consumer plastic packaging for engine oil and other petroleum-based products.
The NLCRC, comprised of members Castrol, Valvoline, Pennzoil - Quaker State, Graham Packaging, Plastipak Packaging, Berry Global, Chevron, and the Petroleum Packaging Council, is an industry-led technical coalition focused on developing a national market-sustaining program that drives the recovery and recycling of plastic packaging used to transport lubricants and related products for commercial and consumer use.
The recycling pilot is a one-year project involving over 40 locations in Atlanta, including retail stores and auto care centers, instant oil change locations, and several commercial facilities. The pilot aims to assess and measure the economic and market drivers for post-consumer recovery and recycling, better understand consumer waste disposal behaviors, and define parameters for model development and future scalability. Project partners include retail companies, commercial entities, Safety-Kleen, and Nexus Circular.
"One of the biggest waste management challenges facing the US is our ability to collect, sort, and process plastic packaging and return it to productive use. For contaminated packaging from petroleum and related materials, this isn't really happening. The pilot focuses on the heart of the problem – collection -- to find the most efficient ways to aggregate and transport the materials to processors that want them, creating value in a waste material that doesn't exist today." ~ Tristan Steichen, Director of NLCRC
Addressing a challenge as complex as this is not feasible for most individual companies, particularly given the complexities of distribution, supply chains, and competition. Transforming an industry requires collaboration with all stakeholders focusing on a common goal. The NLCRC seeks to represent a single voice of the industry. We aim to make an impact on the communities where our products are disposed while delivering meaningful results to the industry, its customers, and its member companies by reducing environmental and social risk and improving sustainability performance.
The National Lubricant Container Recycling Coalition or "NLCRC" is an industry-led technical coalition established in 2021 by a committed consortium of lubricant manufacturers and associated plastic packaging manufacturers, focused on establishing solutions for post-consumer recovery and recycling of plastic lubricant containers.
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Together the two brands partnered to collect, recycle and repurpose evian water bottles from New York's largest tennis tournament in September 2021 furthering a shared mission to keep plastic waste in the economy and out of nature
NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Rothy's and evian® water announced the launch of a limited-edition, tennis-inspired capsule collection made with repurposed evian water bottles, exclusively created by Rothy's. With a shared mission to significantly reduce and repurpose plastic waste, Rothy's and evian collected approximately 72,000 evian bottles from New York's largest tennis tournament last year, and transformed them into a stunning capsule collection using Rothy's signature 3D knitting process.
Each September, nearly ten tons of plastic is generated at this annual tennis event and diverted away from landfills via recycling. In 2021, Rothy's and evian committed to working together to find a circular solution for a portion of diverted waste, equating to approximately 72,000 evian bottles. Together, the brands announced a shared goal of giving evian bottles collected from the tournament a chic second life as part of a capsule collection of court-side essentials, made using Rothy's low waste, circular-focused manufacturing method. Now in 2022, this first-of-its-kind collection where courtside style meets circular production debuts just in time for the height of the 2022 tennis season.
To create the capsule collection, evian bottles were blended with other recycled plastic bottles and then transformed into soft, washable thread, which Rothy's used to knit each item to shape. The limited-edition offerings feature an assortment of durable and washable footwear, tennis gear and accessories including:
- The Slip On Sneaker ($125)
- The RS01 Sneaker ($175)
- The Cap ($95)
- The Visor ($75)
- The Racket Bag ($325)
- The Sling ($195)
- The Duffel Bag ($495)
As both Rothy's and evian pursue a closed-loop future, the partnership comes on the heels of both brands' commitments to be circular by 2023 and 2025, respectively.
By designing with recycled materials, circularity is an inherent benefit baked into Rothy's business model. Rothy's builds every product in its wholly-owned workshop, using world-class knitting technology to create footwear and accessories—with nearly no waste. Furthering its mission, in March 2021, Rothy's announced its pledge to reach circular production by 2023, pioneering the shoe recycling technology to incorporate twice-recycled materials into new products. Investing in nature-based carbon reductions for every mile of shipping, Rothy's will also reach carbon neutrality by 2023.
"Inspired by the staggering amount of waste our founders saw in other footwear manufacturing, Rothy's was founded with the goal of creating something better: better materials, better production, better product. We have built a sustainable business from the ground up, including an owned and operated Rothy's factory, where every single Rothy's product is made. We are excited to collaborate with evian to showcase Rothy's transformative capabilities and prove that through innovation we find new uses for single use plastic." — Saskia van Gendt, Rothy's Head of Sustainability
Packaging allows evian to bring its spring water to consumers, preserving the uniqueness of evian natural spring water's quality – but the brand believes it shouldn't come at the expense of the environment. evian is certified carbon neutral and all bottles are fully recyclable1. evian is part of Danone North America, one of the world's largest certified B Corporations, part of a growing movement of established companies using business as a force for good. Today, evian natural spring water 1.5L bottles in the US are made from 100% rPET2.
"Our pioneering spirit drives the evian brand to find revolutionary and sustainable ways to help limit packaging waste and promote recycling. This partnership has allowed us further our circular commitment and truly give our product a second life together with the sustainability fashion leaders at Rothy's. Collectively, we're inspired by the sport of tennis, and after an exciting journey together over the past year, we are thrilled to introduce this one-of-a-kind collection to the world." — Leeni Hämäläinen, Marketing Director at evian North America.
The Rothy's x evian capsule collection will be available starting today for a limited time, exclusively at Rothys.com and Rothy's New York City store locations, with retail prices ranging from $75 to $495.
Rothy's transforms sustainable materials into beautiful products for life on the go. Redefining expectations of comfort, style and sustainability, Rothy's knits thread made from recycled plastic water bottles into premium shoes and accessories in their wholly owned factory in Dongguan, China. This innovative manufacturing method allows Rothy's to create their signature pieces with significantly less waste than traditional manufacturing. Rothy's recently furthered its commitment to sustainability with a commitment to reach circular production by 2023.
evian® natural spring water comes from the heart of the French Alps, a unique geological site in the world. For more than 15 years, it travels through the rocks, where it picks up minerals. The brand has been working for over 25 years to preserve natural surroundings of the source, in an effort to preserve evian® natural spring water's exceptional quality for generations to come. Natural and uniquely balanced, evian® natural spring water is a healthy choice throughout the day.
evian®, a Danone brand, embraces the company's One Planet. One Health vision that the health of the people and the health of the planet are interconnected and therefore seeks to protect and nourish both.
For more information on evian and the planet, please visit: https://www.evian.com/en_us/planet
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1evian bottles will be blended with other recycled plastic to create the rPet used in the capsule collection
2Excludes caps and labels
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Oklahoma holds runoff elections Tuesday following June primaries, led by the contest to replace retiring Republican Sen. Jim Inhofe.
Polls in Oklahoma close at 7 p.m. CT, 8 p.m. ET.
See results for other states holding elections on Tuesday: Florida and New York.
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Aviation Industry Leader Collaborates with WM
CHANDLER, Ariz., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AvAir, an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, is proud to announce it is now working with WM to improve its sustainability efforts. WM is the leading environmental service and solutions provider in North America and will provide an extensive evaluation and recommendations on how AvAir can improve its operations to reduce its environmental impact.
"From how we serve our customers and employees to how our operations are run on a daily basis, we are always trying to improve our processes and services," said Mike Bianco, CEO of AvAir. "Assessing our operations to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impacts is something my team and I care deeply about. We look forward to working hand-in-hand with the sustainability team at WM."
AvAir is headquartered in Chandler, Ariz. with operations in Dublin, Ireland. It has been named the Supplier of the Year for 2021 and 2022 by Airline Economics, the leading industry trade publication. It has also been recognized for its work in sustainability by The Aviation 100 two years in a row, AvAir received the Environmental Sustainability award.
AvAir offers solutions for customers and suppliers to buy, sell, exchange, loan, lease, or consign inventories with more than 26 million in-stock parts. The company is ISO 9001, AS9120, and ASA 100 certified and adheres to the highest quality standards in all phases: purchasing, receiving, stocking, sales, and shipping.
For more information about AvAir, visit AvAir.aero.
About AvAir
Founded in 2000, Arizona-based AvAir is a global leader in the aviation aftermarket, providing customized inventory solutions for airlines, OEMs, and MROs. AvAir offers solutions for customers and suppliers to buy, sell, exchange, loan, lease, or consign inventories with more than 26 million in-stock parts. Recognized as a global leader, AvAir has been named "No. 1 Parts Supplier of the Year" by Airline Economics and "Fastest Growing Companies in America." by Inc. 5000. For more about AvAir, visit AvAir.aero.
Contact: Claire Natale
Email: claire@evolveprandmarketing.com
Phone: 202.294.5999
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PUTRAJAYA, Malaysia — Malaysia's top court on Tuesday upheld ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak's graft conviction and 12-year jail sentence linked to the looting of the 1MDB state fund. Najib's loss in his final appeal means he will have to begin serving his sentence immediately, becoming the first former prime minister to be jailed.
The five-member Federal Court panel said it unanimously found the high court judge was right in his judgment and that Najib's appeal was "devoid of any merits." The court affirmed Najib's conviction and sentence.
1MDB was a development fund that Najib set up shortly after taking power in 2009. Investigators allege at least $4.5 billion was stolen from the fund and laundered by Najib's associates. Najib was found guilty in 2020 of abuse of power, criminal breach of trust and money laundering for illegally receiving $9.4 million from SRC International, a former unit of 1MDB.
Najib, 69, has maintained he is innocent and has been out on bail pending his appeals. Just before the court delivered its verdict, he stood up in the dock to make a statement protesting the top court's refusal last week to delay the appeal to let his newly appointed lawyers prepare for the case.
Najib said he felt he was "unfairly treated" and that his case has been rushed through. He pointed out that a leaked verdict by the Federal Court had been posted on a website and said if this was true, it would be the a "judicial misconduct of the highest order."
But Chief Justice Maimun Tuan Mat said the appeal hearings had ended because Najib's lawyers refused to make any new arguments to protest not being given more time to prepare. She then read out the court's verdict.
Najib appeared in shock. He was immediately surrounded by his family and supporters.
The verdict came after a series of attempts by Najib to prolong the case.
Earlier Tuesday, he sought to remove Maimun from the case, citing possible bias because her husband had made a negative Facebook posting about Najib's leadership shortly after his ouster in 2018 general elections. But the judges dismissed Najib's application.
Maimun, Malaysia's first female chief justice who was appointed in 2019, has come under attack on social media from Najib's supporters. Police arrested a man over the weekend in connection with death threats made against Maimun. Hundreds of Najib's supporters gathered outside the court in a show of support.
The 1MDB scandal sparked investigations in the U.S. and several other countries and caused the downfall of Najib's government in 2018 elections. Najib faces a total of 42 charges in five separate trials linked to 1MDB, and his wife is also on trial on corruption charges.
Still, Najib remains politically influential. His United Malays National Organization leads the current government after defections of lawmakers caused the collapse of the reformist government that won the 2018 polls.
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'I'd hate my b*ll bags to look like that': Ed Sheeran discusses being naked, growing up ginger, his love of B*witched and the 'smell of pig s***' in unearthed Gogglebox clip
He is one of the most famous singers in the world but it's fair to say that Ed Sheeran is still one of the most down-to-earth people in the industry.
Appearing on Celebrity Gogglebox with singer Anne-Marie, 31, Ed really showed his funny side in an episode which was repeated on E4 on Sunday, after first airing in July 2021.
Ed, also 31, really excelled himself this time when he spoke about being naked, growing up ginger and singing along to B*witched.
'I'd hate my b*ll bags to look like that': Ed Sheeran discussed being naked, growing up ginger, his love of B*witched and the 'smell of pig s***' in unearthed Gogglebox clip on Sunday
He said to Anne-Marie: 'I feel like growing up ginger, you have to have a personality. Because if you don't, what have you got?'
He said to Anne-Marie: 'I feel like growing up ginger, you have to have a personality. Because if you don't, what have you got?'
Anne-Marie said: 'Do you know what, you've made it OK for kids to be ginger. You've done the world a load of good.
'If you can't make people laugh... mate I was glasses, ginger, stutter...'
The friends also spoke about childbirth on the show - Ed is now a father of two.
Anne-Marie said: 'When it comes to seeing a come out of your m***e. I think I was traumatised in school doing that.'
Ed - who first appeared on the show in 2017, replied: 'Your mum did it, my mum did it. I think it's an incredible thing. Women are like far superior to men.'
Anne-Marie said: 'Do you know what, you've made it OK for kids to be ginger. You've done the world a load of good'
Oooh! Watching a clip of Naked Attraction, Ed said: 'I would hate my b*ll bags to look like that' (stock image of the show)
Iconic: B*witched made a surprise appearance on Celebrity Karaoke Club and Ed loved it
Anne-Marie said: 'But the hole goes...' as she extended her hands.
During the show, Ed and Anne-Marie were played a clip of Celebrity Karaoke Club in which a host of celebrities sing along to hit tracks.
They were delighted to see that B*witched was one of the songs and the pair sang along harmonising with one another.
Mimicking the famous song lyrics, Ed said in an Irish accent: 'What are ya' like? '
One viewer tweeted: 'Ed Sheeran clearly likes that B*witched song- he wrote Galway girl which sounds similar and just as cheesy.'
But there was more to come, when the pair watched a clip of Naked Attraction in which a guest selects who they are attracted to based on sections of their naked bodies.
Home is where the heart is: And when he's not jet-setting around the world, Ed said he feels nostalgic when he drives back to Suffolk, saying: 'It's a weird thing when I drive back to Suffollk and smell the pig s****. It makes me feel really nostalgic'
And not sure about one of the sights he saw, Ed said: 'I would hate my b*ll bags to look like that.'
Anne-Marie replied: 'They will when you're 80.'
Ed laughed, saying: 'That went from 0-100 really quickly.'
It's well known that Ed lives in rural Suffolk, on a £3.7million estate with his wife Cherry and their two daughters.
And when he's not jet-setting around the world, Ed said he feels nostalgic when he drives back to Suffolk.
He said: 'It's a weird thing when I drive back to Suffollk and smell the pig s****. It makes me feel really nostalgic.'
'You're weird,' she said.
'Yeah, I know I am weird.'
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The birth mother of Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz abused crack cocaine and alcohol during her pregnancy, his half-sister and another witness testified Monday — a circumstance that his lead attorney said left him with “an irretrievably broken” brain and set him on the road to mass murder.
Cruz’s attorneys began their defense Monday, hoping to convince his jury to sentence him to life without parole instead of death for slaying 14 students and three staff members during the Feb. 14, 2018, shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
His lead attorney, Melisa McNeill, told the jury during her deferred opening statement that Cruz has fetal alcohol and drug issues that weren’t dealt with adequately by his adoptive mother, Lynda Cruz, who suffered from severe depression and financial woes after her husband died suddenly when their son was 5. McNeill told the jury that doesn’t excuse what her 23-year-old client did, but are factors they should consider as her team presents its case over several weeks.
“He is a brain-damaged human,” she said.
She said nothing in Cruz’s life story will erase that the seven men, five women and 10 alternates have “seen things that will haunt us forever.” Cruz pleaded guilty in October to 17 counts of first-degree murder and the trial will only decide his sentence.
“Everyone knows there is one person responsible for all that pain and all of that suffering, and that person is Nikolas Cruz,” she said. But she hopes jurors will remember that the law “never requires you to vote for death,” not even “in the worst case imaginable, and it’s arguable that this is the worst case imaginable.”
McNeill deferred her opening statement from the trial’s first day of July 18 to the beginning of her team’s case. For Cruz to be sentenced to death, the jury must be unanimous — if even one juror votes for life, that will be his sentence.
The defense is seeking to overcome horrendous evidence laid out by lead prosecutor Mike Satz and his team, capped by the jurors’ visit to the fenced-off building that Cruz stalked, firing about 150 shots down halls and into classrooms. Jurors saw dried blood on floors and walls, bullet holes in doors and windows and remnants of Valentine’s Day cards and balloons.
Prosecutors also presented graphic surveillance videos; gruesome crime scene and autopsy photos; his AR-15-style semiautomatic rifle; emotional testimony from teachers and students who saw others die; and four days of tearful, angry statements from parents, spouses and other family members about how their loved one’s death affected them. Jurors also watched video of Cruz calmly ordering a cherry and blue raspberry Icee minutes after the shooting and, nine months later, attacking a jail guard.
The defense began its case by showing that Cruz’s late birth mother, Brenda Woodard, was a Fort Lauderdale prostitute who smoked crack cocaine and drank Colt 45 malt liquor and Cisco fortified wine during her pregnancy with him. It is unknown whether Cruz’s birth father was a customer or a rapist — there was conflicting testimony on that — but his identity is unknown and he was not part of Woodard’s life.
Cruz spent much of the day looking up at the proceedings — during the prosecution’s case, he usually stared at the defense table and scribbled on a pad.
Carolyn Deakins, a former prostitute, testified Monday that she and Woodard were drinking beer one day in 1998 when Woodard got sick. She thought it was because of drugs, but Woodard told her she was pregnant. Deakins said she angrily told Woodard she was harming her baby with drugs and drinking, but Woodard replied she was putting the child up for adoption and didn’t care.
“Nickolas, I am sorry, but that’s how it was,” she said, peering over at the defense table. Cruz looked down.
Cruz’s half-sister, Danielle Woodard, nearly 12 years older, was brought to the courtroom from a Miami-Dade County jail where she is awaiting trial on a carjacking charge. Monday was the first time she had seen Cruz in person since she held him minutes after his birth — “he was really squirmy.” Their mother kicked her out of the maternity ward for asking if they could keep him.
She confirmed that throughout her childhood her mother abused alcohol and drugs. She said her mother would beat drug screens while on probation by having her urinate into a container and hide it in her person. The behavior continued through another pregnancy that birthed hers and Cruz’s half-brother, Zachary.
“She had an addiction. She always put that first,” Woodard said. Cruz nodded after she said she still loved her brothers.
Susan Lubar, a former Broward County teacher of preschool special needs, testified that Cruz had severe language and behavioral problems when she taught him at age 4. She said he would act like a tiger, curling his hands like paws and hissing at other children if they got too close.
“Nikolas would push children, scratch at them, topple over furniture, he would stay away from other children and if they got too close, he would pounce,” she testified.
To calm him, she put a sheet over a table where he would go to be alone with toys and picture books, something she never did with any child since in her long career.
Other children “knew that was his space and wouldn’t try to go in there,” she said.
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Naby Keita facing further spell on sidelines as Liverpool´s injury issues mount
Liverpool have suffered a fresh injury blow with midfielder Naby Keita facing a further spell on the sidelines.
The Guinea international missed Monday’s Premier League defeat at Manchester United after suffering a setback prior to the game.
Keita is yet to feature this season having been ill for the league opener at Fulham and an unused substitute against Crystal Palace last week.
Klopp has been hit by a raft of injuries at the start of the new season (Peter Byrne/PA)
The 27-year-old’s absence compounds Klopp’s selection problems with Curtis Jones, Ibrahima Konate, Joel Matip, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Diogo Jota, Thiago Alcantara, Calvin Ramsay and Caoimhin Kelleher all sidelined through injury. Star summer signing Darwin Nunez is also suspended.
Klopp said: “Naby was injured (on Sunday). We need further assessment but it doesn’t look like that he is in training (on Tuesday). Maybe will know more (on Tuesday) but I don’t know.
“During the week it is not easy because we have 15 senior outfield players, I think, in training. That’s obviously not cool.”
The injury situation at Anfield exacerbates what has been a frustrating start for last season’s runners-up. The Reds are yet to win in the Premier League with the 2-1 loss at Old Trafford leaving Klopp’s side with just two points from three games.
Fabinho appeared only as a substitute at Old Trafford (David Davies/PA)
Midfield has been highlighted as a potential weak area but Klopp has repeatedly insisted the club have no plans to seek further additions before the closure of the summer transfer window.
On Monday he surprised some by starting with Fabinho on the bench as he opted for a central trio of Harvey Elliott, Jordan Henderson and James Milner.
“We have at the moment five senior midfielders and we have to start with three,” Klopp said.
“We could start with two if we would have more attackers, but we have only three attackers, so it means we start with three and then we change during the game.
“We have to think before the game and that’s the only reason for it, but this is not the story of the game. It’s just the decision for this game.”
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Ampio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: AMPE) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Ampio common stock between December 29, 2020 and August 3, 2022, inclusive.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 17, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in AMPE:
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Ampio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. NEWS - AMPE NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Ampio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) defendants had inflated the Company's true ability to successfully file a Biologics License Application ("BLA") for Ampion; (ii) defendants had inflated the results of the AP-013 study and the timing of unblinding the data from the AP-013 study; and (iii) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Ampio you have until October 17, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Ampio securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the AMPE lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/ampio-pharmaceuticals-class-action-submission-form?id=31051&from=4.
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Kiromic BioPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: KRBP) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) Kiromic common stock issued in connection with the Company's public offering that closed on July 2, 2021 and/or (b) Kiromic common stock between June 25, 2021 and August 13, 2021, both dates inclusive.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 4, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in KRBP:
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Kiromic BioPharma, Inc. NEWS - KRBP NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The complaint alleges that the registration statement and prospectus issued in connection with the Company's public offering that closed on July 2, 2021 (the "Offering Documents") failed to disclose that the Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") had, prior to the filing of these documents, imposed a clinical hold on the Company's Investigational New Drug ("IND") applications for its two new drug candidates. Given that the offering closed on July 2, 2021, more than thirty (30) days after the Company submitted the IND applications for its two immunotherapy product candidates, investors were assured that no clinical hold had been issued and clinical trials would commence.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Kiromic you have until October 4, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Kiromic securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the KRBP lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/kiromic-biopharma-inc-loss-submission-form?id=31047&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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ALM-488 is a peptide-dye conjugate designed to fluorescently highlight nerves in real time during surgery
LA JOLLA, Calif., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alume Biosciences, Inc, a leader in the field of nerve-targeted diagnostics and therapeutics, today announced that the first patient has been dosed in a Phase 3 pivotal study of ALM-488 (NCT05377554). ALM-488 is a peptide-dye conjugate designed to highlight nerves with fluorescence in real time during surgery.
"The successful initiation of this Phase 3 pivotal study is another major milestone for Alume. It marks the final phase of clinical trial testing for ALM-488 for patients undergoing Head and Neck Surgery" said Brett Berman, MD, chief medical officer at Alume Biosciences. "This study underscores our commitment to improve intraoperative visualization of nerves, enabling Precision Surgery™".
Alume successfully completed Phase 1/2 studies of ALM-488 in patients undergoing Head and Neck Surgery in 2021. The Phase 3 studies are being conducted at multiple academic medical centers throughout the US, and they are projected to be completed in 2023. "We look forward to exploring the power of ALM-488 as an intraoperative tool to identify nerves and potentially improve outcomes for our patients," said Karthik Rajasekaran MD, principal investigator at University of Pennsylvania.
About ALM-488
ALM-488 is a proprietary fluorescent peptide-dye conjugate in the visible spectrum and can be visualized with fluorescently enabled instrumentation including filter modified loupe systems, portable handheld systems, microscopes and laparoscopes. ALM-488 binds to the extracellular matrix of nerves, allowing real-time nerve illumination during surgery. ALM-488 is expected to have broad surgical application due to unique characteristics of binding that are independent of myelin. This allows ALM-488 to highlight multiple types of nerves including motor, sensory, and autonomic. Degenerated nerves, critically important during reconstructive procedures, are also highlighted with ALM-488. Surgeries where nerves are potentially at risk include procedures in the skull base, head and neck, spine, and nerve sparing prostatectomy. In vivo studies also indicate that ALM-488 has adequate pharmacokinetic characteristics to support clinical utility for the labelling of ureters in urology, gynecology and lower abdominal surgical indications.
About Alume Biosciences
Alume Biosciences is a late-stage clinical biotechnology company developing nerve specific targeting molecules. In addition to ALM-488, Alume is developing other nerve specific agents for diagnostic and therapeutic indications. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in the Johnson & Johnson Innovation incubator JLABS @ San Diego. Learn more about Alume Biosciences at https://alumebiosciences.com
Media contact: Yana.Campen@alumebiosciences.com
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CPC says fixing equipment at two mooring points will take a month each
Aug 23 (Reuters) - The Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) said on Tuesday it will take a month, assuming good weather, to repair each of two mooring points through which loadings at its Black Sea terminal have been suspended.
Oil exports via two of its three mooring points have been suspended due to damaged equipment, CPC said on Monday. The third mooring point is working in an "intensive mode," the company added, and will be able to load up to 3.5 million tonnes of oil per month.
CPC said it was negotiating with shippers to shift loading schedules in order to complete an inspection of the third mooring point by August 26. (Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Kirsten Donovan) | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-11137455/CPC-says-fixing-equipment-two-mooring-points-month-each.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-08-23T10:41:37Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-11137455/CPC-says-fixing-equipment-two-mooring-points-month-each.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | true |
Top Apple products for the returning student
Apple is constantly innovating and refining. This fall, the company is slated to release iOS 16, iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura. One of the most touted features of this update is Lockdown Mode, an “extreme, optional level of security” for people who “may be personally targeted by a highly sophisticated cyberattack,” according to the company.
Though most users won’t need to engage Lockdown Mode, it shows the level of commitment Apple has to its users and is part of the reason why this brand has been so desirable for so many years. As you head back to school this fall, there are many Apple products to consider that can simplify your life.
Types of Apple products
There are a lot more Apple products than you probably realize. Besides iPads, iPhones, MacBooks and AirPods, you can get desktop computers, chargers, cables, Beats headphones, Apple TVs, Apple Watches, AirTags, accessories and more. This list details 14 Apple products that the student will find highly valuable.
Best Apple products for school this year
If you want a permanent workstation at home, a desktop computer is the best way to go. It is powerful enough to handle all of your computing needs and has a better design so you don’t experience the aches and cramps that may arise when using a laptop. There are six speakers, an immersive 24-inch display and 512GB of SSD storage. Sold by Amazon
This iPhone has an A15 Bionic chip for super-fast performance and is 5G capable. It features an impressive 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, a pro camera system and a water-resistant design with a durable ceramic shield. Sold by Amazon
For portability, you can’t beat this lightweight iPad. It has a 10.9-inch screen and offers up to 256GB, yet it only weighs 1 pound. You get Touch ID for security, and all-day battery life, so you don’t have to worry about losing power in class. Sold by Amazon
With Apple’s new M2 chip, this is the fastest, most powerful computing option. It features a next-generation 8-core CPU, a 10-core GPU and up to 24GB of unified memory. The laptop has studio-quality microphones and an HD camera. Plus, it can deliver up to 20 hours of battery life on a full charge. Sold by Amazon
Apple AirPods Pro Wireless Earbuds with MagSafe Charging Case
Earbuds are essential for a student. They can be used to listen to educational content and podcasts or to deliver a steady stream of favorite music for studying. This model has both active noise cancelation and a transparency mode so that you can listen how you like. If you need to access Siri, you can call the ever-attentive assistant to action simply by saying, “Hey, Siri.” Sold by Amazon, Macy’s and Staples
Apple Wireless Charging Case for AirPods
If, for any reason, you find yourself without an AirPod charging case, don’t worry. You can purchase these items individually. This wireless case also works with a lightning port charger. Sold by Amazon and Staples
If you have an Apple device that can take advantage of Qi charging, utilize that convenience. Just drop your iPhone on top of the magnetic charger for perfect alignment every time. When you need to move on, grab your phone and go. You don’t have to worry about unplugging. Sold by Amazon
The only thing more convenient than a wireless wall charger is a portable magnetic battery pack. No matter where you are, just place this item on the back of your iPhone to charge it up. It really is that easy. Sold by Amazon and Staples
Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable
One downside to Apple accessories is the cable doesn’t last. This USB-C to Lightning Cable is twice as long as the cable that came with your device, allowing you to charge it up to 6.6 feet away from a power source. Sold by Amazon and Staples
AirTag is a little disk that you affix to important items like your keys and wallet so that you never lose them again. It anonymously uses Apple’s Find My network so you can locate your misplaced item, no matter where you set it down, even if it is miles away. The water- and dust-resistant design and year-long battery ensure device durability and longevity. Sold by Amazon and Staples
This stylish leather key ring holds one Apple AirTag. Not only does it keep the device secure, it lets you attach your AirTag to a backpack, luggage, bike and more, increasing the unit’s versatility. Sold by Amazon
Apple’s most advanced watch is the Series 7. This sophisticated device is like having a nurse who monitors your vitals on call 24-7. Additionally, the Apple Watch can send a text, make a call, play music, engage Siri and more. It is crack-resistant, dust-resistant and swimproof. Sold by Amazon and Staples
Apple TV 4K offers a luxury entertainment experience. It features 4K HDR with Dolby Vision for crisp yet fluid video. Dolby Atmos provides robust, room-filling sound. If you prefer to listen privately, this system lets you connect up to two sets of AirPods. Apple TV can also function as a control for all your smart home accessories. Sold by Amazon
Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones
In case you didn’t know, Beats are also part of the Apple family. This pair of iconic over-the-ear headphones actively blocks external noise and are compatible with both iOS and Android devices. A quick, 10-minute charge can provide up to three hours of battery life, while the W1 chip provides better Bluetooth connectivity. Sold by Amazon and Kohl’s
If you’re unsure of what you want, an Apple gift card lets you set aside money for your future Apple purchase. Better yet, ask for one as a gift so that you can get the new device to help you excel in your studies. Sold by Amazon
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- Black-owned businesses spend in South Africa up 40% to R33,6 billion of R55,8 billion B-BBEE spend
- Invested R1,2 billion in skills development
- Key terms agreed with IPPs for more than 600MW of renewable energy for SA Operations
- Balance sheet strengthened with net debt down to US$3,8 billion
- Reinstatement of dividend of R14,70 per share
- Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) up by more than 100% to R61,4 billion
- Earnings per share up more than 100% to R62,34, core headline earnings per share up more than 100% to R68,54
JOHANNESBURG, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sasol delivered a strong set of financial results against the backdrop of increased volatility resulting from ongoing geopolitical tensions, extended COVID-19 lockdowns and global supply chain disruptions. We benefitted from higher energy and chemicals prices, as well as strong cost and capital discipline through the delivery of our Sasol 2.0 transformation programme. This was offset by lower volume performance mainly due to the operational challenges experienced in the first half of the financial year. We have seen improved performance on the back of more stable operations in the second half of the financial year.
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) of R61,4 billion increased by more than 100% compared to the prior year, driven by higher crude oil prices, refining margins and chemical prices. This also resulted in a strong gross margin improvement compared to the prior year.
- Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting EBIT for depreciation, amortisation, share-based payments, remeasurement items, change in discount rates of environmental provisions, all unrealised translation gains and losses, and all unrealised gains and losses on our derivatives and hedging activities. We believe adjusted EBITDA is a useful measure of the Group's underlying cash flow performance. However, this is not a defined term under IFRS and may not be comparable with similarly titled measures reported by other companies. (Adjusted EBITDA constitutes pro forma financial information in terms of the JSE Limited Listings Requirements and should be read in conjunction with the basis of preparation and pro forma financial information as set out in the full set of audited summarised financial statements).
- Core HEPS is calculated by adjusting headline earnings per share with non-recurring items, earnings losses of significant capital projects (exceeding R4 billion) which have reached beneficial operation and are still ramping up, all translation gains and losses (realised and unrealised), all gains and losses on our derivatives and hedging activities (realised and unrealised), and share-based payments on implementation of B-BBEE transactions. Adjustments in relation to the valuation of our derivatives at period end are to remove volatility from earnings as these instruments are valued using forward curves and other market factors at the reporting date and could vary from period to period. We believe core headline earnings are a useful measure of the Group´s sustainable operating performance. (Core HEPS constitutes pro forma financial information in terms of the JSE Limited Listings Requirements and should be read in conjunction with the basis of preparation and pro forma financial information as set out in the full set of audited summarised financial statements.
Dividend
A final gross cash dividend of South African 1 470 cents per share (30 June 2021 – nil cents per ordinary share) has been declared for the year ended 30 June 2022. The cash dividend is payable on the ordinary shares and the Sasol BEE ordinary shares. The Board is satisfied that the liquidity and solvency of the company, as well as capital adequacy remaining after payment of the dividend, are sufficient to support the current operations for the ensuing year. The dividend has been declared out of retained earnings (income reserves). The South African dividend withholding tax rate is 20%. At the declaration date, there are 629 367 128 ordinary and 6 331 347 Sasol BEE ordinary shares in issue. The net dividend amount payable to shareholders who are not exempt from dividend withholding tax, is 1 176 cents per share, while the dividend amount payable to shareholders who are exempt from dividend withholding tax is 1 470 cents per share.
Sasol Limited's Annual Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2022 (the Annual Financial Statements) have also been published on the Company's website at : https://www.sasol.com/investor-centre/financial-results.
Copies of the full announcement and the Annual Financial Statements may also be requested from the Investor Relations office, investor.relations@sasol.com.
The JSE link is as follows: https://senspdf.jse.co.za/documents/2022/JSE/ISSE/SOL/FY22Result.pdf.
The President and Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer will share the results on Tuesday, 23 August 2022 at 09:00 (SA time) followed by a conference call.
Please connect to the call via the webcast link: https://www.corpcam.com/Sasol23082022.
Or via teleconference: https://services.choruscall.za.com/DiamondPassRegistration/register?confirmationNumber=3629805&linkSecurityString=7a93dfa35.
Issued by:
Alex Anderson, Senior Manager: Group Media Relations and External Relations
Mobile: +27 (0) 71 600 9605; Email: alex.anderson@sasol.com
Matebello Motloung, Manager: Group Media Relations
Mobile: +27 (0) 82 773 9457; Email: matebello.motloung@sasol.com
About Sasol:
Sasol is a global chemicals and energy company. We harness our knowledge and expertise to integrate sophisticated technologies and processes into world-scale operating facilities.
We strive to safely and sustainably source, produce and market a range of high-quality products globally.
Please visit www.sasol.com for more information.
About Sasol's Information Privacy Policy:
We wish to inform you about the processing of your Personal Information by Sasol South Africa Limited and your rights under applicable data protection law, as interpreted and included in Sasol Information Privacy Policy.
Within our company, only Sasol Group Media Relations will receive your Personal Information to fulfil the purpose of maintaining the relationship with the receiver in his/her capacity as a member of the media. You have the right to request for the correction or deletion of your Personal Information stored by us at address: Sasol Place, 50 Katherine Street, Sandton in Johannesburg. You also have a right to restrict the processing of your Information. To exercise your privacy rights or find out more about Information Privacy Policy, kindly contact our Privacy Office on: privacy@sasol.com.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Missfresh Limited (NASDAQ: MF) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased or otherwise acquired Missfresh securities pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with Missfresh's June 2021 initial public offering.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 12, 2022
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Learn more about your recoverable losses in MF:
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Missfresh Limited NEWS - MF NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Missfresh Limited made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Missfresh provided false financial figures in its registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with the Company's June 2021 initial public offering; (2) Missfresh would need to amend its financial figures; (3) Missfresh, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times and negligently prepared.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Missfresh you have until September 12, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Missfresh securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the MF lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/missfresh-loss-submission-form?id=31040&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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GOLETA, Calif., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Teva®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), announces the arrival of its latest collection for Fall 2022, inviting Teva fans to adventure further into the modern outdoors. With two new signature styles designed around comfort and durability, and updated fan-favorite core silhouettes, this season offers a range of versatile, weather-ready styles to take wearers from unpaved pathways to starry sky lounging. The Fall 2022 collection launches today with Teva's new ReEmber colors, with the remaining products dropping in the coming weeks and months.
A fresh offering of the fan-favorite ReEmber slip-ons are here. Beloved for its toasty warmth and earth-conscious materials, ReEmber reemerges in a new batch of fall hues, including Sauterne with a sunflower yellow color pop inspired by the Teva brand color, and Cashew, an earthen clay tone that mimics the colors of nature. Easily transitioning from couch to campsite and everywhere in between, this versatile slipper/sneaker is made to be your cold-weather go-to. (MSRP: $80)
Introducing ReEmber Terrain. Cozy enough for indoors. Rugged enough for outdoors. The ReEmber Terrain is your next-level lounge companion, showcasing the brand's all-new ULTRA-COMF technology, an ultra-comfy footbed designed for springy support and step-in comfort, and a grippy rubber outsole. Built for slip-on ease and created with a trusty loop that can hook to your backpack, the new ReEmber Terrain is perfect for post-adventure comfort. (MSRP: $90)
Teva ups its game with the more luxe version of its ReEmber, reimagined with plush materials. The ReEmber Plushed is an updated, cozier version of the camp shoe reintroduced in Fall 2021, and now serves as the premium option in the ReEmber franchise. Made with 100% Tencel faux shearling and 100% recycled polyester backer, this slip-on now has the ultimate plushness and comfort. The pinnacle of lazy day leisure, the ReEmber Plushed's rich suede upper has been coated with TevaRAPID RESIST treatment to repel water. This all-gender style is available in five colorways. (MSRP: $100)
Inspired by classic camp gear and coated with TevaRAPID RESIST treatment, the new ReEmber Vistaverse is geared for comfort and all-day wear. Delivering slip-on ease, this water-resistant shoe is ready for fall road trips and adventures. (MSRP: $100)
This season, Teva expands its hiking category with the introduction of a new modern hiking boot for fall, the Geotrecca. Light enough for the summer heat, yet sturdy enough for wetter weather, the Geotrecca delivers a smooth trek with plush comfort and exceptional stability, perfect for the modern outdoor enthusiast. With its lightweight construction and waterproof capabilities, thanks to a TevaRAPID PROOF bootie, the Geotrecca utilizes 95% recycled polyester textile upper, Leather Working Group's leathers and suedes, and 30% recycled EVA midsole. Its outsole is made of Teva's own spider rubber, which is made with 30% recycled content, creating the right amount of stickiness and traction. This earth-conscious and progressive hiker, available in eight colorways, combines style, technical features and versatility making it perfect for anywhere from street to trail. (MSRP: $150)
In addition to the introduction of the Geotrecca, Teva is excited to release its Grandview GTX Low, which is a low-pro take on the high-top Grandview GTA. This waterproof hiker for both men and women, features the same universal heel lock system to keep the wearer's foot in place while hiking but is re-engineered to accommodate a lower profile. Available in five colorways, the Grandview GTX Low combines waterproof leather and quick-dry mesh with a GORE-TEX waterproof bootie to keep your feet dry on the trail. (MSRP: $165)
To round out the hiking category this season, taking a trail-tested favorite to bold new heights, the Grandview GTX returns with retro, color-blocked styling, available in seven colorways. Tackling day hikes and weeklong excursions with the same rugged dependability, this all-terrain vehicle combines waterproof leather with a GORE-TEX waterproof bootie to seal out the elements and Vibram® Megagrip outsole for stability on uneven terrain. (MSRP: $175)
Just in time for the holidays, Teva is set to release two new seasonal styles, perfect for any holiday gathering with friends and family. First up, is the ReEmber Satinya, a luxurious spin on the original ReEmber silhouette. Featuring a premium finish suited for all festive activities, this slip-on sports a finish made with 100% recycled polyester satin, giving it a rich look and feel. The ReEmber Satinya is made with recycled content for both the midsole and outsole as well as TevaRAPID RESIST coating for weather-ready versatility. (MSRP: $85)
Elevating the classic Midform Universal silhouette, the Midform Universal Satinya is outfitted in ruched satin, delivering a polished new holiday sandal. Made with premium materials including luxe polyester satin, creating a soft and textural look, this style has a hook and loop strapping system making it easy to adjust. With a cushy EVA midsole and antimicrobial treatments to control odor, the Midform Universal Satinya is the perfect fit in every way. (MSRP: $70)
Teva celebrates the changing of the seasons with new colors of key open-toed and closed-toed styles to keep the adventures going all year long, wherever you explore. Updates across these silhouettes will drop throughout fall and winter 2022, and include key franchises: Originals, Hurricanes, Performance, and Flips. Each of these franchises, specifically the M/W Universal, W Flatform Universal, and W Hurricane XLT2 Ampsole, will see new webbings inspired by the elements of the desert that mimic the winds on sand dune ridges. Desert Multi and Mirage Multi color themes will be seen across various silhouettes including the M/W Original Universal, W Midform Universal, W Universal Slide, W Hurricane Drift, and M/W Hurricane XLT2.
New colorways include:
- Burlwood for W Anaya Bootie
- Dark Olive and Peppercorn for W Midform Boot
- Starfish for All-Gender Hurricane Verge
- Dusty Lavender for W Zymic
- Orion Blue for M Zymic
- Cyan Blue, Dusty Lavender, and Meadow Green for W Hurricane Drift
In 1984, Teva created the world's first sport sandal on the banks of the Grand Canyon. The brand outfits free-spirited adventure-seekers all over the world with versatile, modern outdoor footwear. In 2020, Teva committed to reducing the brand's environmental impact by ensuring 100% of its iconic straps are made with recycled plastic, so future generations can continue exploring the wild world around them. Learn more about Teva, a division of Deckers Brands, at teva.com or follow @Teva.
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SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MGI Tech Co. Ltd. (MGI), a global life science leader and innovator, was named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award for Most Valuable Corporate Response in the COVID-19 category as part of the 19th Annual International Business Awards.
This marked the second time in the past two months MGI was recognized on a global level for its advanced COVID-19 pandemic control and response efforts.
As the world's only international, all-encompassing business awards program, winners of the International Business Awards® were selected from more than 3,700 nominations submitted by organizations in 67 countries this year. More than 300 executives from different industries around the world participated on 11 specialized committees in the judging process. A judge praised MGI's technology* and products as the "unsung heroes behind the headlines", while others commended MGI for its "superior scientific abilities" and "tremendous contribution".
"MGI has a clear commitment to leveraging the power of science and technology* and utilizing our leading life science tools* to better lives," said Duncan Yu, President at MGI. "Receiving the Silver Stevie® Award reflects our innovative, inclusive, and impactful approach towards tackling COVID-19. To date, we have played an active role in the successful prevention and control of the pandemic in over 70 countries and regions worldwide, demonstrating the value of our technology*, power of our efforts and strength of our commitment to combatting the virus and safeguarding global communities."
Since the rise of COVID-19 and the outbreak of subsequent new variants, MGI's DNBSEQ™ sequencers*, automation systems, and proprietary ATOPlex technology have showcased their consistent value in empowering users and communities. From facilitating large-scale nucleic acid testing for the detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, to virus genome sequencing to inform the diagnosis and understanding of the epidemiology and virology of the Omicron variant, MGI supports national and regional genomic sequencing initiatives, enhances large-scale testing capability, and helps inform pandemic response efforts.
Earlier in June, the 14th Annual 2022 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards saw MGI, alongside fellow winning companies such as IBM, KPMG, and Honeywell, taking home a Silver Globee® for Company Innovation of the Year.
About MGI
MGI Tech Co. Ltd. (MGI), headquartered in Shenzhen, is committed to building core tools and technology to lead life science through intelligent innovation. Based on its proprietary technology, MGI focuses on research & development, production and sales of sequencing instruments, reagents, and related products to support life science research, agriculture, precision medicine and healthcare. MGI is a leading producer of clinical high-throughput gene sequencers*, and its multi-omics platforms include genetic sequencing*, medical imaging, and laboratory automation. MGI's mission is to develop and promote advanced life science tools for future healthcare. For more information, please visit the MGI website or connect with us on Twitter, LinkedIn or YouTube.
*Unless otherwise informed, StandardMPS and CoolMPS sequencing reagents, and sequencers for use with such reagents are not available in Germany, Spain, UK, Hong Kong, Sweden, Belgium, Italy, Finland, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Portugal, Austria and Romania. No purchase orders for CoolMPS products will be accepted in the USA until after August 22, 2022. No purchase orders for StandardMPS products will be accepted in the USA until after January 1, 2023.
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CHICAGO (AP) — Loyola University’s Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt got some Chicago hardware with her name on it for her 103rd birthday.
School, city and state leaders celebrated Sunday with the Catholic nun who became something of a folk hero as chaplain for the Loyola men’s basketball team that reached the NCAA Final Four in 2018.
A highlight was the renaming in her honor of the Chicago train station plaza at the Loyola campus. Students and visitors will pass by a large sign marking it as “Home of the World Famous Sister Jean!”
Loyola officials praised Sister Jean, who was dressed in school colors of maroon and gold, as a mentor to generations of students.
When asked what she’s looking forward to in the upcoming school year, Sister Jean’s answer was simple: “Just being with the students. I just love being at Loyola.”
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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AREAL FLOOD WARNING
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Flood Warning
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
501 AM CDT Tue Aug 23 2022
...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by runoff from earlier excessive rainfall.
* WHERE...A portion of southeast Texas, including the following
county, Montgomery.
* WHEN...Until 1000 AM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 458 AM CDT, Gauge reports indicate Bear Branch at FM 2978
is out of banks. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the warned area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Areas in the vicinity of Bear Branch at FM 2978.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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AREAL FLOOD WARNING
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Flood Warning
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
501 AM CDT Tue Aug 23 2022
...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by runoff from earlier excessive rainfall.
* WHERE...A portion of southeast Texas, including the following
county, Montgomery.
* WHEN...Until 1000 AM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 458 AM CDT, Gauge reports indicate Bear Branch at FM 2978
is out of banks. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the warned area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Areas in the vicinity of Bear Branch at FM 2978.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired shares of Amazon common stock between July 30, 2021, and April 28, 2022, inclusive.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 6, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in AMZN:
https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/amazon-com-inc-loss-submission-form-2?id=31038&from=4
Amazon.com, Inc. NEWS - AMZN NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Amazon.com, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: 1) defendants knew or recklessly disregarded that the Company's infrastructure and fulfillment network investments substantially outpaced demand; 2) those investments were a massive, self-imposed, undue drain on Amazon's financial condition; 3) contrary to defendants' public statements and undisclosed to investors, defendants had already implemented cutbacks to Amazon's fulfillment capacity by July 2021; and 4) as a result of defendants' misrepresentations and omissions, Amazon's common stock traded at artificially inflated prices during the class period.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Amazon you have until September 6, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Amazon securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the AMZN lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/amazon-com-inc-loss-submission-form-2?id=31038&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
J. Klein, Esq.
Empire State Building
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59th Floor
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jk@kleinstocklaw.com
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Carvana Co. (NYSE: CVNA) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: May 6, 2020 to June 24, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 3, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in CVNA:
https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/carvana-lawsuit-loss-submission-form?id=31046&from=4
Carvana Co. NEWS - CVNA NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Carvana Co. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Carvana faced serious, ongoing issues with documentation, registration, and title with many of its vehicles; (2) as a result, Carvana was issuing unusually frequent temporary plates; (3) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana was violating laws and regulations in many existing markets; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana risked its ability to continue business and/or expand its business in existing markets; (5) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana was at an increased risk of governmental investigation and action; (6) Carvana was in discussion with state and local authorities regarding the above-stated business tactics and issues; (7) Carvana was facing imminent and ongoing regulatory actions including license suspensions, business cessation, and probation in several states and counties including in Arizona, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and North Carolina; and (8) as a result, Defendants' statements about Carvana's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Carvana you have until October 3, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Carvana securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the CVNA lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/carvana-lawsuit-loss-submission-form?id=31046&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
J. Klein, Esq.
Empire State Building
350 Fifth Avenue
59th Floor
New York, NY 10118
jk@kleinstocklaw.com
Telephone: (212) 616-4899
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JUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Within two weeks of signing an agreement to purchase 4,500 vehicles, Canoo (NASDAQ: GOEV), & Walmart (NYSE: WMT) InHome launched advanced deliveries to finalize their unique configuration for their Lifestyle Delivery Vehicles (LDV) order. Canoo LDV's were deployed for real world deliveries in a 7-days-a-week program in the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex (DFW). InHome delivery is an optional add-on for Walmart+ members offering unlimited delivery from Walmart stores to their door and beyond.
"It's been awesome to work with Walmart's highly experienced team to rapidly deploy our LDV's in real world use cases to finalize a configuration for Walmart," said Tony Aquila, Investor, Chairman & CEO at Canoo. "Our LDV has been engineered to enable a wide range of package deliveries, including refrigerated items, groceries and general merchandise – and do it efficiently, emission free and with a high level of driver comfort and ergonomics. And we have been turning a lot of heads in the neighborhoods when driving by in our uniquely identifiable vehicles."
The LDV is built on Canoo's proprietary multi-purpose platform (MPP) architecture that integrates the motor, battery module, critical driving components and proprietary flat leaf spring suspension. This platform is the foundation for all Canoo vehicles and enables more usable space for the cabin and cargo area. The LDV is engineered for high frequency stop-and-go deliveries and rapid vehicle to door drop-off, including grocery and food/meal delivery. The interior is customized to Walmart's specific use-case at competitive per stop economics. The modular design and 120 cubic feet of cargo volume that's adaptable to evolve with Walmart's business strategy including its focus to become a regenerative zero emissions company by 2040.
Engineered with the driver in mind, the modular vehicle is designed for swift loading and unloading. The smaller footprint, tight turning radius and ease of maneuverability support narrow roads and driveway parking making the LDV ideal for new and veteran delivery drivers.
Canoo and Walmart recently announced an agreement to purchase 4,500 all-electric delivery vehicles, beginning with the LDV, with the option to purchase up to 10,000 units. The vehicles will be used to deliver online orders in a sustainable way which will also contribute to Walmart's goal to achieve zero-emissions by 2040.
Canoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone. The company has developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with bold innovations in design, pioneering technologies, and a unique business model that spans the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Distinguished by its experienced team from leading technology and automotive companies – Canoo has designed a modular electric platform purpose-built to deliver maximum vehicle interior space that is customizable across all owners in the vehicle lifecycle to support a wide range of vehicle applications for consumers and businesses.
Canoo has teams in California, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. For more information, visit www.canoo.com. For Canoo press materials, including photos, visit press.canoo.com. For investors, visit investors.canoo.com.
Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 230 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and clubs under 46 banners in 24 countries and eCommerce websites. With fiscal year 2022 revenue of $573 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.3 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/walmart and on Twitter at twitter.com/walmart.
The information in this press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward- looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "estimate," "plan," "project," "forecast," "intend," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "seek," "target" or other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding estimates and forecasts of financial and performance metrics, expectations and timing related to commercial product launches and the achievement of operational milestones, including the ability to meet and/or accelerate anticipated production timelines, Canoo's ability to capitalize on commercial opportunities, current or anticipated customer orders, and expectations regarding the development of facilities. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release, and on the current expectations of Canoo's management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Canoo. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including changes in domestic and foreign business, market, financial, political and legal conditions; Canoo's ability to access future capital, via debt or equity markets, or other sources; the rollout of Canoo's business and the timing of expected business milestones and commercial launch; future market adoption of Canoo's offerings; risks related to Canoo's go-to-market strategy and manufacturing strategy; the effects of competition on Canoo's future business, and those factors discussed under the captions "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in Canoo's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 1, 2022, as well as its past and future Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other filings with the SEC, copies of which may be obtained by visiting Canoo's Investors Relations website at investors.canoo.com or the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that Canoo does not presently know or that Canoo currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, forward-looking statements reflect Canoo's expectations, plans or forecasts of future events and views as of the date of this press release. Canoo anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause Canoo's assessments to change.
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Together the two brands partnered to collect, recycle and repurpose evian water bottles from New York's largest tennis tournament in September 2021 furthering a shared mission to keep plastic waste in the economy and out of nature
NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Rothy's and evian® water announced the launch of a limited-edition, tennis-inspired capsule collection made with repurposed evian water bottles, exclusively created by Rothy's. With a shared mission to significantly reduce and repurpose plastic waste, Rothy's and evian collected approximately 72,000 evian bottles from New York's largest tennis tournament last year, and transformed them into a stunning capsule collection using Rothy's signature 3D knitting process.
Each September, nearly ten tons of plastic is generated at this annual tennis event and diverted away from landfills via recycling. In 2021, Rothy's and evian committed to working together to find a circular solution for a portion of diverted waste, equating to approximately 72,000 evian bottles. Together, the brands announced a shared goal of giving evian bottles collected from the tournament a chic second life as part of a capsule collection of court-side essentials, made using Rothy's low waste, circular-focused manufacturing method. Now in 2022, this first-of-its-kind collection where courtside style meets circular production debuts just in time for the height of the 2022 tennis season.
To create the capsule collection, evian bottles were blended with other recycled plastic bottles and then transformed into soft, washable thread, which Rothy's used to knit each item to shape. The limited-edition offerings feature an assortment of durable and washable footwear, tennis gear and accessories including:
- The Slip On Sneaker ($125)
- The RS01 Sneaker ($175)
- The Cap ($95)
- The Visor ($75)
- The Racket Bag ($325)
- The Sling ($195)
- The Duffel Bag ($495)
As both Rothy's and evian pursue a closed-loop future, the partnership comes on the heels of both brands' commitments to be circular by 2023 and 2025, respectively.
By designing with recycled materials, circularity is an inherent benefit baked into Rothy's business model. Rothy's builds every product in its wholly-owned workshop, using world-class knitting technology to create footwear and accessories—with nearly no waste. Furthering its mission, in March 2021, Rothy's announced its pledge to reach circular production by 2023, pioneering the shoe recycling technology to incorporate twice-recycled materials into new products. Investing in nature-based carbon reductions for every mile of shipping, Rothy's will also reach carbon neutrality by 2023.
"Inspired by the staggering amount of waste our founders saw in other footwear manufacturing, Rothy's was founded with the goal of creating something better: better materials, better production, better product. We have built a sustainable business from the ground up, including an owned and operated Rothy's factory, where every single Rothy's product is made. We are excited to collaborate with evian to showcase Rothy's transformative capabilities and prove that through innovation we find new uses for single use plastic." — Saskia van Gendt, Rothy's Head of Sustainability
Packaging allows evian to bring its spring water to consumers, preserving the uniqueness of evian natural spring water's quality – but the brand believes it shouldn't come at the expense of the environment. evian is certified carbon neutral and all bottles are fully recyclable1. evian is part of Danone North America, one of the world's largest certified B Corporations, part of a growing movement of established companies using business as a force for good. Today, evian natural spring water 1.5L bottles in the US are made from 100% rPET2.
"Our pioneering spirit drives the evian brand to find revolutionary and sustainable ways to help limit packaging waste and promote recycling. This partnership has allowed us further our circular commitment and truly give our product a second life together with the sustainability fashion leaders at Rothy's. Collectively, we're inspired by the sport of tennis, and after an exciting journey together over the past year, we are thrilled to introduce this one-of-a-kind collection to the world." — Leeni Hämäläinen, Marketing Director at evian North America.
The Rothy's x evian capsule collection will be available starting today for a limited time, exclusively at Rothys.com and Rothy's New York City store locations, with retail prices ranging from $75 to $495.
Rothy's transforms sustainable materials into beautiful products for life on the go. Redefining expectations of comfort, style and sustainability, Rothy's knits thread made from recycled plastic water bottles into premium shoes and accessories in their wholly owned factory in Dongguan, China. This innovative manufacturing method allows Rothy's to create their signature pieces with significantly less waste than traditional manufacturing. Rothy's recently furthered its commitment to sustainability with a commitment to reach circular production by 2023.
evian® natural spring water comes from the heart of the French Alps, a unique geological site in the world. For more than 15 years, it travels through the rocks, where it picks up minerals. The brand has been working for over 25 years to preserve natural surroundings of the source, in an effort to preserve evian® natural spring water's exceptional quality for generations to come. Natural and uniquely balanced, evian® natural spring water is a healthy choice throughout the day.
evian®, a Danone brand, embraces the company's One Planet. One Health vision that the health of the people and the health of the planet are interconnected and therefore seeks to protect and nourish both.
For more information on evian and the planet, please visit: https://www.evian.com/en_us/planet
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Alabama stars Bryce Young and Will Anderson Jr. are among four players from the top-ranked Crimson Tide selected to The Associated Press preseason All-America team.
Joining Young, the Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback, and Anderson, the star pass rusher, were Alabama defensive backs Jordan Battle and Eli Ricks as first-team selections.
The AP preseason All-America team presented by Regions Bank was selected by a panel of Top 25 poll voters and released Monday.
Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs made the second team as an all-purpose player and Crimson Tide guard Emil Ekiyor was also a second-team selection.
Alabama’s four first-teamers and six players on the two teams overall were the most for any school.
Ohio State was second behind Alabama, just like in the AP Top 25, with three first-team selections and five players overall.
Offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr., running back TreVeyon Henderson and receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba were all selected to the first team. C.J. Stroud, who finished fourth in the Heisman voting last year, is the second-team quarterback. Tackle Dawand Jones made the second-team offensive line.
Defending national champion and No. 3 Georgia had three players picked to the first-team: tight end Brock Bowers, defensive tackle Jalen Carter and cornerback Kelee Ringo. Nolan Smith made the second-team at edge rusher.
In a sign of college football’s new era of loosened transfer rules, seven players selected to the two teams have transferred in their college careers, including Gibbs (Georgia Tech) and Ricks (LSU) from Alabama.
Southern California receiver Jordan Addison, the Biletnikoff Award winner at Pitt in 2021, was a first-team selection.
Transfers joining Gibbs on the second-team were Florida guard O’Cyrus Torrence (Louisiana-Lafayette); Baylor defensive tackle Siaki Ika (LSU); Notre Dame safety Brandon Joseph (Northwestern); and Florida State defensive back Jammie Robinson (South Carolina).
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback — Bryce Young, junior, Alabama
Running backs — Bijan Robinson, junior, Texas; TreVeyon Henderson, sophomore, Ohio State.
Tackles — Peter Skoronski, junior, Northwestern; Paris Johnson Jr., junior, Ohio State.
Guards — Andrew Vorhees, sixth-year, Southern California; Caleb Chandler, sixth-year, Louisville.
Center — Jarrett Patterson, senior, Notre Dame.
Tight end — Brock Bowers, sophomore, Georgia.
Wide receivers — Jordan Addison, junior, Southern California; Jaxon Smith-Njigba, junior, Ohio State; Kayshon Boutte, junior, LSU.
All-purpose player — Deuce Vaughn, junior, Kansas State.
Kicker — Jake Moody, senior, Michigan.
Defense
Edge rushers — Will McDonald IV, senior, Iowa State; Isaiah Foskey, senior, Notre Dame.
Linemen — Bryan Bresee, junior, Clemson; Jalen Carter, junior, Georgia.
Linebackers — Will Anderson Jr., junior, Alabama; Noah Sewell, junior, Oregon; Jack Campbell, senior, Iowa.
Cornerbacks — Kelee Ringo, sophomore, Georgia; Eli Ricks, junior, Alabama.
Safeties — Jordan Battle, junior, Alabama; Antonio Johnson, junior, Texas A&M.
Defensive back — Riley Moss, senior, Iowa.
Punter — Adam Korsak, senior, Rutgers.
SECOND TEAM
Offense
Quarterback – C.J. Stroud, junior, Ohio State.
Running backs — Braelon Allen, sophomore, Wisconsin; Sean Tucker, junior, Syracuse.
Tackles — Connor Galvin, senior, Baylor; Dawand Jones, senior, Ohio State.
Guards — O’Cyrus Torrence, senior, Florida; Emil Ekiyor, senior, Alabama.
Center — John Michael Schmitz, sixth-year, Minnesota.
Tight end — Michael Mayer, junior, Notre Dame.
Wide receivers — Xavier Worthy, sophomore, Texas; Josh Downs, junior, North Carolina; A.T. Perry, senior, Wake Forest.
All-purpose player — Jahmyr Gibbs, junior, Alabama
Kicker — Harrison Mevis, junior, Missouri
Defense
Edge rushers — Myles Murphy, junior, Clemson; Nolan Smith, senior, Georgia.
Linemen — Calijah Kancey, junior, Pittsburgh; Siaki Ika, junior, Baylor.
Linebackers — Nick Herbig, junior, Wisconsin; Andre Carter II, senior, Army; Edefuan Ulofoshio, senior, Washington.
Cornerbacks — Cam Smith, junior, South Carolina; Clark Phillips III, junior, Utah.
Safeties — Brandon Joseph, junior, Notre Dame; Jalen Catalon, junior, Arkansas.
Defensive back — Jammie Robinson, senior, Florida State.
Punter — Kyle Ostendorp, junior, Arizona.
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Alexander Dugin pays tribute to daughter Darya Dugina who 'died for Russia'
Darya Dugina, the daughter of one of Russia's most prominent nationalist ideologues, has been hailed as a martyr whose death must inspire Russian forces in Ukraine.
Key points:
- Russian politicians have paid tribute to journalist Darya Dugina who died when a device planted in her car exploded
- Nationalist ideologue Alexander Dugin says his daughter died "for Russia"
- Ms Dugina was described as a martyr with victory in Ukraine to be the best monument for her
Ms Dugina, the daughter of ultra-nationalist Alexander Dugin, died when an explosive planted in her car detonated as she was driving outside Moscow on Saturday night.
Russia's FSB security service has accused Ukrainian intelligence agencies of masterminding her killing, however Ukranian officials have denied any involvement.
Mr Dugin, who has for years advocated the creation of a new Russian empire, told mourners on Tuesday his daughter had died for her country.
"If her tragic death has touched someone, she would have asked them to defend sacred [Russian] Orthodoxy, the people and the Fatherland," Mr Dugin said.
"She died for Russia, in the motherland and on the frontline which is not in Ukraine but here."
Senior politicians, fellow nationalists and friends filed past Ms Dugina's dark wooden casket in a hall at Moscow's TV centre to say goodbye, lay flowers, and convey their condolences to her parents.
A large black and white photograph of Ms Dugina, who worked as a journalist and nationalist media commentator, hung on a black wall behind her casket as sombre music played.
Family friend and wealthy ultra-nationalist business tycoon Konstantin Malofeev set the tone for the tributes.
Mr Malofeev hailed Ms Dugina as a martyr whose death made it all the more important for Russia to prevail against Ukraine.
"The people fighting against us do not understand that the Russian people is not just made up of those who are alive now," he said.
"But is made up of those who lived before us and will live afterwards.
"We will become stronger with the blood of our martyrs.
"Thanks to the untimely end of our dear beloved Dasha [Darya] we will definitely be victorious in this war."
Parliamentary leaders of the three main pro-Kremlin parties spoke at the service, hailing Ms Dugina as a patriot and promising that those who they allege ordered and carried out her murder would get what they deserved.
Sergei Mironov, who leads the Just Russia party in parliament, called for the destruction of "the regime" in Kyiv.
"Victory will be the best monument to Dasha," he said.
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Realtor Parodies Walker Hayes Song with Hilarious and Awful Video
Amanda Sweeney Jones Realtor In Tennessee #SOLD
Sometimes in life - and in business - you have to "step out of the box" to stand out.
Amanda Sweeney Jones has certainly done that.
The Tennessee realtor has gone out on a limb, with a parody song/video of Walker Hayes' song, "AA."
She's posted the video on social media, hoping to at least get Hayes' attention, but we're not sure if she's been successful.
As far as Jones' singing goes, I hope she's real good at selling houses!
Check out here parody:
Let's hope Amanda didn't get her real estate knowledge the same place she got her music lessons:)
Hey, again, sometimes you want to stand out, and Jones certainly does that.
In all seriousness, her video is cute and funny, and we hope she gets a few listings because of it.
(We're still trying to figure out who Mark Spain is....)
If you'd like to compare, here's the original version from Walker Hayes:
No word from Walker Hayes yet, if he's seen the video.
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The 2022 high school football season begins Friday night and the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference should again be a league filled with memorable matchups and quality performances.
Which games figure to be the most exciting? Who’s most likely to play starring roles? Who’s going to finish where?
Here’s a look at what’s ahead:
Mark Your Calendar
5 games to see in the EPC South
EMMAUS AT FREEDOM, Friday night
It’s a rematch of last year’s District 11 championship game and a battle of two top EPC South and district 6A contenders. Freedom will have Ethan Neidig, the 2020 starter, back at quarterback after playing receiver last year. Emmaus also might look like 2020 all over again with that year’s starting QB Jake Fotta, who was injured last season, vying for the starting job with Josiah Williams. Either way, expect both teams to compete hard to deliver an early message.
PARKLAND AT NAZARETH, Sept. 2
Many returning skill-position talent for both teams figure to make this another high-scoring game between title contenders. Last season, Parkland rallied from a 33-21 deficit for a 43-40 win. Trey Tremba scored three TDs for the Trojans. Nolan scored five times for the Blue Eagles. Both players return.
PARKLAND AT FREEDOM, Sept. 9
The Trojans beat the Patriots 19-15 last season in a game that seemed to change Freedom’s season. After this setback, Freedom ripped off nine straight wins and didn’t lose again until a defeat to St. Joe’s Prep in the PIAA quarterfinals. This one may not determine the EPC South title, but by the time it’s over, we’ll have a better idea of the real championship contenders.
NAZARETH AT FREEDOM, Sept. 17
It’s a Saturday night special since Bethlehem Catholic and Liberty will play in BASD Stadium the previous night. These teams met in the 2020 district final and have combined for the last four 6A titles. Freedom won last year’s meeting 38-21, but this one figures to be much closer.
ALLENTOWN CCHS AT BECAHI, Oct. 28
The Vikings and Golden Hawks always seem to play meaningful games at the end of the regular season and this one figures to be no different with both teams expected to have quality seasons and be key contenders in District 11 4A.
5 games to see in the EPC North
STROUDSBURG AT NORTHAMPTON, Sept. 2
The Konkrete Kids created a lot of excitement with an 11-0 start last season and hopes are high for a repeat, but Stroudsburg features one of the best running backs in District 11 in Andre Reames and the Mounties are looking for a rebound year after going just 4-6 in 2021.
NORTHAMPTON AT EAST STROUDSBURG SOUTH, Sept. 23
These are expected to be the top two teams in the division and had a memorable game in 2021 when the Konkrete Kids rallied from a 20-0 halftime deficit for a 21-20 win that led to their division crown. The Cavaliers likely have had this one circled since they left Erdosy Stadium last Oct. 1.
ALLENTOWN CENTRAL CATHOLIC AT DIERUFF, Oct. 1
The slate of cross-division games that usually open the season were moved back to Week 6 and there are several good ones on this night with East Stroudsburg South at Liberty and Northampton at Becahi being two others with intrigue. But this all-Allentown battle figures to be hard-hitting and could be a big game for the Huskies who are trying to qualify for districts for the first time since 1997.
NORTHAMPTON AT WHITEHALL, Oct. 28
This is not a pure EPC North game, but this one earns a spot because it has become one of the best rivalries in local football. The Cement Bowl Challenge games are almost always close and meaningful in terms of the district playoffs that begin the following week. Last year, Northampton won 7-0 to keep alive its unbeaten season and things got a little testy at the end.
DIERUFF AT ALLEN, Oct. 29
The Huskies and Canaries are both looking for better things and the hope again is that this 66th meeting between Allentown public schools is not just for city pride. With a win, Dieruff could tie the all-time series at 33-33.
Returning stat leaders
EPC SOUTH
Rushing
Player, School, Att. Yards, Avg. TD
Caiden Schaffer, ACCHS, 137, 803, 5.9, 13
Travis Foster, ACCHS, 143, 434, 3.7, 7
Tylik Jarvis, Emmaus, 74, 508, 6.9, 6
Aidan Hutchison, Easton, 81, 524, 6.5, 2
Zyaire Morris, Becahi, 125, 451, 3.6, 6
Nigel Linton, Whitehall, 55, 409, 7.4, 9
Jalen Fletcher, Freedom, 35, 301, 8.6, 3
Passing
Player, School, Comp, Att, Int., Yds, TD
Josiah Williams, Emmaus, 120, 238, 14, 1,893, 18
Sonny Sasso, Nazareth, 137, 225, 8, 1877, 15
Tamlin Ferguson, ACCHS, 120, 209, 4, 1,459, 8
Luke Spang, Parkland, 80, 142, 6, 1,036, 11
Tommy Mason, Liberty, 60, 147, 13, 1,003, 8
Trey Dogmanits, Whitehall, 65, 106, 6, 835, 6
Receiving
Player, School, Rec, Yds, Avg, TD
Mason Kuehner, Nazareth, 46, 699, 15.2, 6
Griffin Patridge, ACCHS, 45, 539, 12.0, 6
Eric Wert, Becahi, 39, 390, 10.0, 2
Karim Brice, Liberty, 38, 610, 16.1, 5
Trey Tremba, Parkland, 32, 364, 11.4, 4
Jaiden Ellis-Lahey, Becahi, 30, 436, 14.5, 2
Owen Johnson, Freedom, 28, 574, 20.5, 6
Scoring
Player, School, TD, 2pt, PAT, FG, TP
Caiden Schaffer, ACCHS, 13, 0, 0, 0, 78
Zeyad Ragab, Freedom, 0, 0, 48, 4, 60
Nigel Linton, Whitehall, 9, 0, 0, 0, 54
Chris Bugbee, Nazareth, 0, 0, 35, 6, 53
Gryffin Mitstifer, Parkland, 0, 0, 34, 5, 49
Griffin Patridge, ACCHS, 8, 0, 0, 0, 48
Mason Kuehner, Nazareth, 8, 0, 0, 0, 48
Owen Garcia, Emmaus, 0, 0, 42, 1, 45
EPC NORTH
Rushing
Player, School, Att. Yards, Avg. TD
Andre Reames, Stroudsburg, 61, 1,022, 6.3, 15
Clarence Watkins, Allen, 151, 953, 6.3, 12
Caden Henritzy, Northampton, 187, 940, 5.0, 13
Fela Olaniyan, Pleasant Valley, 71, 352, 5.0, 3
Jarod Moore, Pleasant Valley, 44, 332, 7.5, 4
PASSING
Player, School, Comp, Att, Int., Yds, TD
Clarence Watkins, Allen, 31, 73, 7, 373, 1
Ian McHugh, PM West, 18, 40, 2, 148, 0
Romeo Carmen-King, ES North, 3, 6, 0, 38, 1
RECEIVING
Player, School, Rec., Yds, Avg, TD
Jaelen Richardson, Northampton, 25, 359, 14.4, 4
Tristen Pinnock, Northampton, 21, 349, 16.6, 6
Rasu. Wearing-Poindexter, PM East, 18, 170, 9.4, 1
SCORING
Player, School, TD, 2pt, PAT, FG, TP
Andre Reames, Stroudsburg, 15, 0, 0, 0, 90
Caden Henritzy, Northampton, 14, 1, 0, 0, 86
Clarence Watkins, Allen, 12, 6, 0, 0 84
Tristen Pinnock, Northampton, 8, 1, 0, 0, 50
Jaelen Richardson, Northampton, 7, 0, 0, 0, 42
Predictions
EPC SOUTH
1. Nazareth
2. Freedom
3. Parkland
4. Emmaus
5. Easton
6. Allentown Central Catholic
7. Bethlehem Catholic
8. Liberty
9. Whitehall
EPC NORTH
1. Northampton
2. East Stroudsburg South
3. Stroudsburg
4. Pocono Mt. West
5. Pleasant Valley
6. Dieruff
7. Pocono Mt. East
8. Allen
9. East Stroudsburg North
District 11 6A champ: Nazareth; District 11 5A champ: East Stroudsburg South; District 11 4A champ: Allentown Central Catholic.
Past champs
EPC SOUTH
2014: Easton
2015: Becahi, Parkland, Freedom
2016: Emmaus
2017: Parkland
2018: Freedom, Emmaus
2019: Nazareth
2020: Different divisional alignment due to COVID-19.
2021: Parkland
EPC NORTH
2014: Stroudsburg
2015: Stroudsburg
2016: Allentown CCHS
2017: Stroudsburg
2018: Stroudsburg
2019: Northampton
2020: Different divisional alignment due to COVID-19
2021: Northampton
DISTRICT 11 6A
2016: Parkland
2017: Parkland
2018: Freedom
2019: Nazareth
2020: Nazareth
2021: Freedom
DISTRICT 11 5A
2016: Whitehall
2017: Whitehall
2018: East Stroudsburg South
2019: So. Lehigh
2020: Whitehall
2021: East Stroudsburg South
DISTRICT 11 4A
Sports Buzz
2016: Bethlehem Catholic
2017: Bethlehem Catholic
2018: Bethlehem Catholic
2019: Pottsville
2020: Allentown CCHS
2021: Allentown CCHS
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Firmenich is the first company in the industry to receive approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its net-zero emissions target
GENEVA, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its net-zero emissions target, making it the first company in the industry and one of the first companies globally to receive approval from the SBTi.
Firmenich has both near- and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets verified and approved by the SBTi. The Group is committed to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2039, keeping global warming below 1.5°C in line with the Paris Agreement
"I am proud that Firmenich is one the first companies to see their net-zero emissions target approved by SBTi. These ambitious goals aim at effectively reducing our environmental footprint, while actively engaging with our suppliers and customers to reduce CO2 emissions through our supply chain. Setting science based targets is crucial to future-proofing sustainable business growth while assuring the stability of our planet and climate system for generations to come," said Gilbert Ghostine, CEO of Firmenich.
"Acting on the climate emergency via a scientific approach is key to effective decarbonization and by establishing a framework, the SBTi is enabling companies to lead the path to a low carbon future. At Firmenich, we are taking the necessary measures to minimize our impact and aim to lead our industry towards net-zero greenhouse gas emissions," said Neil McFarlane, Senior Vice President Global QHS&E, Firmenich.
Firmenich equally commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2039 from a 2021 base year. Being a positive driver of change across its value chain, Firmenich also commits that 80% of its suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2026.
The approval of the net-zero emissions target builds on earlier important milestones in tackling climate change. Previously, the company has taken concrete steps to ensure the continued availability of renewable energy options for its sites, from solar and wind as well as by installing biogas boilers at its sites. Since February 2020, all its operations worldwide are powered by 100% renewable electricity.
Sustainability has been at the core of Firmenich's values and action for several decades, and it is one of only two companies in the world to have received a Triple A listing for climate change, forest and water management from CDP for four years in a row.
Firmenich is one of the founding members of the "Business Ambition for 1.5C", a broad coalition of visionary companies committed to a net-zero carbon future by no later than 2050, including Unilever, Danone, Nestlé and L'Oréal.
Note to editors
Scope 1 and 2 covers emissions generated from Firmenich's own operations, such as electricity and energy to power manufacturing plants and offices. Scope 3 refers to emissions in Firmenich's extended supply chain, such as energy usage by sourcing partners.
About Firmenich
Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, was founded in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1895, and has been family-owned for 127 years. Firmenich is a leading business-to-business company specialized in the research, creation, manufacture and sale of perfumes, flavors, and ingredients. Renowned for its world-class research and creativity as well as its leadership in sustainability, Firmenich offers its customers superior innovation in formulation, a broad and high-quality palette of ingredients, and proprietary technologies including biotechnology, encapsulation, olfactory science, and taste modulation. Firmenich had an annual turnover of 4.7 billion Swiss Francs at end June 2022. More information about Firmenich is available at www.firmenich.com.
About Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a global body enabling businesses to set ambitious emissions reductions targets in line with the latest climate science. It is focused on accelerating companies across the world to halve emissions before 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions before 2050.
The initiative is a collaboration between CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and one of the We Mean Business Coalition commitments. The SBTi defines and promotes best practice in science-based target setting, offers resources and guidance to reduce barriers to adoption, and independently assesses and approves companies' targets.
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Richard Engel, chief foreign correspondent for NBC News, announced on Thursday that his 6-year-old son Henry, diagnosed with Rett syndrome as an infant, had died.
In a tweet posted on Aug. 18, Engel wrote: "Our beloved son Henry passed away. He had the softest blue eyes, an easy smile and a contagious giggle. We always surrounded him with love and he returned it, and so much more. "
Engel's tweet included a link to a page on the Texas Children's Hospital site, which explained Henry's medical journey and how he was diagnosed with Rett syndrome. The disorder is incredibly rare — particularly so for boys, said Dr. Tim Benke, a professor in pediatric neurology at the University of Colorado.
"It happens in about 1 in 20,000 to 1 in 10,000 female births. But it's so rare we don't know how often it happens in male births," Benke told NPR.
Our beloved son Henry passed away. He had the softest blue eyes, an easy smile and a contagious giggle. We always surrounded him with love and he returned it, and so much more. Mary and Richard. https://t.co/M8LV8SHv6r pic.twitter.com/21Ja6TOtjH
— Richard Engel (@RichardEngel) August 18, 2022
What is Rett syndrome?
Rett syndrome, as defined by the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, is a rare genetic neurological disorder that begins to show up between 6 and 18 months of age. Children start to miss developmental milestones or lose skills they'd once had.
A diagnosis is based on an array of factors, including difficulties with movement, the loss of hand and language abilities, and constant hand motions, "such as hand-wringing, squeezing, clapping or tapping, putting hands in the mouth, or washing and rubbing movements," according to the Mayo Clinic.
What do we know about the development of Rett syndrome?
The disorder occurs very rarely in males, and is typically more severe than with females. Many begin experiencing symptoms at or shortly after birth, with significant problems occurring very soon after. These patients require aggressive medical intervention.
"There's a lot that we don't fully understand yet," says Benke. "There is a discrepancy between male and female births, and we have some theories as to why. And we think that the answer is that the mutation happens around the time the egg and sperm come together. And it's more likely to happen in sperm than it is in eggs. It's so rare that we don't know how often it happens."
This has created a challenge for the medical community: Due to the rarity of this condition in males, it's difficult to find enough of them to participate in clinical trials for treatments.
While Rett syndrome may not be well-known among the general public, the foundation said that it is in the forefront of research happening across the globe.
Is there a cure for Rett syndrome?
"There is no cure for it," Benke told NPR. "It's a genetic disorder, you can't go back and fix that misspelling [in the genes]."
"All the treatments are systemic," he added. "You try and treat seizures, and you're trying to improve things like muscle tone, which in the case of Henry Engel was the most problematic for him."
At the moment, anticonvulsant drugs like carbamazepine can be prescribed to help control seizures, and sedatives like clonidine can help reduce pain. Benke is hopeful that new therapies that are coming along will be beneficial to those with Rett syndrome.
A drug to treat symptoms of Rett syndrome in women completed phase three trials, he said. The drug, trofinetide, has been submitted to the FDA for approval, and researchers are hoping to hear back in 2023. If approved, there is a chance that this therapy could apply to males as well, Benke said.
"It's not a home run, but it's a therapy that's going to get us on first base that we think could be really helpful," he added.
Benke emphasized that there are support systems for people with Rett syndrome and their families. Local and national associations, such as the Rocky Mountain Rett Association and the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, are dedicated to connecting people with specialized care, he said. "It's important for people to know that it sounds hopeless, but there's hope there."
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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AREAL FLOOD WARNING
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Flood Warning
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
501 AM CDT Tue Aug 23 2022
...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by runoff from earlier excessive rainfall.
* WHERE...A portion of southeast Texas, including the following
county, Montgomery.
* WHEN...Until 1000 AM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 458 AM CDT, Gauge reports indicate Bear Branch at FM 2978
is out of banks. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the warned area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Areas in the vicinity of Bear Branch at FM 2978.
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CHARLEROI, Belgium (AP) — A Belgian-British teenage pilot was on track Tuesday to become the youngest person to fly around the world solo in a small plane as he landed in southern Belgium ahead of the penultimate leg of his global odyssey.
Mack Rutherford, who turned 17 during the journey, touched down at Buzet Airstrip near the city of Charleroi, where he originally learned to fly. He’s due to land in Bulgaria on Wednesday. His aim: to displace Travis Ludlow of Britain, who was 18 when he set the record in 2021.
Rutherford is flying a Shark, one of the fastest ultralight aircraft in the world with a cruising speed reaching 300 kph (186 mph), which has been specially fitted out for the long journey. It’s normally a two-seater, but an extra fuel tank has been installed next to the young pilot.
It’s the same kind of aircraft used by his 19-year-old sister, Zara Rutherford, when she set the world record on Jan. 20 for the youngest woman to fly solo around the world.
Mack’s lonely journey, which began on March 23, took him through 52 countries over five continents. To conform with Guinness World Records requirements, the route crossed the equator twice.
“It was supposed to take between two to three months and it’s been five months now,” he told The Associated Press. Administrative formalities in Crete and Dubai “because of paperwork issues, visas, permits, things like that,” caused the delay.
The flight took him through Africa and the Gulf region — where he face periods of extreme heat — then on to India, China, South Korea and Japan. From there, he headed to Alaska and down the U.S. West Coast to Mexico. The teen then headed north again along the U.S. East Coast to Canada, across the Atlantic via Iceland, to the U.K. and Belgium.
If all goes well, and weather permitting, he’ll fly east across Europe via Slovakia and land at an airport in the Bulgarian capital, Sofia, on Wednesday.
Proud father Sam Rutherford said his two children have set a shining example.
“They have got around the world safely, effectively, professionally. And they’ve shown to other youngsters that you don’t have to be 18 even, and certainly not 30, to make a difference and do something and follow your dreams,” he told AP.
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Scholarship targets diverse and underrepresented Oregon students
SALEM, Ore. , Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oregon College Saving Plan (OCSP) today announced the new winner of the 2022 Diversity in Leadership Scholarship. This is the second year the scholarship has been awarded to an underrepresented and diverse Oregon high school graduate pursuing higher education in the state. This year's recipient, Mariam Qudoos, plans to study Psychology on the Pre-Med track at Portland State University.
"The Oregon College Savings Plan scholarship will enable me to become the first independent female in my family line to finish a college degree and work towards medical school," said scholarship awardee, Mariam Qudoos. "My dream for the future is to build bridges between people of different backgrounds with my work, to show that our humanity can connect and tap into extraordinary feats of achievements when we learn how to collaborate."
OCSP's 2021 Diversity in Leadership Scholarship awardee, Monserrat Beltran Juarez, is set to begin her first year at the University of Portland, after deferring her award last year. Monserrat plans to become a registered nurse.
"I am the daughter of two Mexican immigrants, who are agricultural workers," said scholarship awardee Monserrat Beltran Juarez. "I will be the first person in my family to graduate high school and pursue a college education. I want my parents to see that each hour of their exhausting work has been worth it. I want to show my younger sister that life outside of the orchards is possible. I know my eight-year-old self—the little girl who was beginning to learn English after living in Mexico for two years—would be so amazed at how far she has come."
New OCSP scholarship recipients are selected each year, with awardees receiving $10,000 for their freshman year and $5,000 for each of the next three years of full-time enrollment, or until completion of degree (whichever is earlier).
Miriam joins last year's awardees as part of a select group of students whose higher education is being funded on a multiyear basis by the OCSP. When fully rolled out, the program is anticipated to fund $50,000 in scholarships each year to a class of eight students.
"We are excited to welcome these accomplished Oregonians to the group of students being funded by our Diversity in Leadership Scholarship," said Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read. "This scholarship is an investment, aimed at making Oregon's future more inclusive, and we're gratified to support the education journeys of promising students such as Miriam and Monserrat. We all have a stake in their success and hope they will continue to contribute to Oregon's future."
Diversity in Leadership Scholarship awards may be used to attend a range of Oregon institutions, including apprenticeships, trade schools and community colleges. Applications are open from November to March each year.
The Oregon College Savings Plan is a state-sponsored higher education savings program that comes with special tax advantages and can be opened by just about anyone.
Contact:
Kasey Krifka, kasey.krifka@ost.state.or.us, 503-431-7976
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Kinshasa: The Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed a new case of Ebola in its violence-wracked east, the country's health ministry said, just weeks after the end of a previous epidemic.
The DRC early last month declared its latest Ebola outbreak over, more than two months after the virus re-emerged in the northwestern Equateur province.
The sample from a 46-year-old woman who died on August 15 in Beni city, North Kivu province, "tested positive" for Ebola, DR Congo's health ministry said in a statement published late Monday.
It added that tests showed the case is linked to a previous strain of the virus from 2018 and was not a new variant.
The ministry sought to reassure the public that officials were "hard at work on the ground" to respond to the situation.
Around 160 people have been identified as contact cases, it added.
Ebola is an often fatal viral haemorrhagic fever. The disease was named after a river in Zaire, as the country was known when it was discovered.
Human transmission is through body fluids, with the main symptoms being fever, vomiting, bleeding and diarrhoea.
Over 120 militias roam the DRC's mineral-rich but volatile east, where attacks on civilians are routine.
"It is impossible for any company to spend Rs 1000 cr on the marketing of a brand which did 350 cr in the Covid year. That too when Dolo 650 comes under NLEM (price control)," said Jayaraj Govindaraju, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Communication, Micro Labs Limited while speaking to the media agency.
The acquisition marks the entry of the group in the state of Haryana. The upcoming integrated healthcare complex located on the Golf Course Road at Gurugram would be commissioned in a span of 24 months. | https://health.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/dr-congo-reports-new-ebola-case-in-restive-east/93729608 | 2022-08-23T11:25:41Z | https://health.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/dr-congo-reports-new-ebola-case-in-restive-east/93729608 | false |
NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Missfresh Limited (NASDAQ: MF) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased or otherwise acquired Missfresh securities pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with Missfresh's June 2021 initial public offering.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 12, 2022
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Missfresh Limited made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Missfresh provided false financial figures in its registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with the Company's June 2021 initial public offering; (2) Missfresh would need to amend its financial figures; (3) Missfresh, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times and negligently prepared.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Missfresh you have until September 12, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Missfresh securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the MF lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/missfresh-loss-submission-form?id=31040&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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5 tips for creating a budget to support your financial goals
By ADRIANA MORGA
The Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) — Whether you want to pay off debt, start a rainy day fund or save for a family trip, budgeting is the first step toward reaching your financial goals. Colleen McCreary of Credit Karma says creating a budget is a lot like trying to eat better or exercise more. Everyone tells you it’s good for you, but it’s hard to get into the habit. You can start by writing down all of your expenses and thinking about how to allocate funds. One common strategy is spending 50 percent on needs, 30 percent on wants and 20 percent on saving or paying down debt. | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/08/23/5-tips-for-creating-a-budget-to-support-your-financial-goals-2/ | 2022-08-23T11:27:58Z | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/08/23/5-tips-for-creating-a-budget-to-support-your-financial-goals-2/ | false |
Cabinet Office slated in leaked report for being dominated by people with 'posh London' accent as one in ten civil servants claim to have suffered bullying, harassment or discrimination
- Cabinet Office won't publish full findings of 'damning and depressing' report
- Leaked copy shows one in 10 staff suffer bullying, harassment, or discrimination
- Staff suffer 'micro-aggressions' and department dominated by 'posh' accents
The Cabinet Office are refusing to publish the full findings of a 'damning' report into bullying, harassment and discrimination of civil servants within the department.
An internal review is said to have found that one in 10 people - equivalent to around 1,000 members of staff - suffered from bullying, harassment or discrimination.
This included non-white civil servants feeling alienated, or suffering from 'microaggressions' such as being mistaken for a colleague of the same ethnicity.
According to a leaked copy of the review, seen by The Times, the document also found that alleged perpetrators 'rarely face disciplinary action' and are instead moved - or even promoted - to another Whitehall department.
Under a Freedom of Information request, the newspaper also revealed how the Cabinet Office spent £290,585 of taxpayers' cash - not including legal costs - settling 10 cases of either race or disability discrimination over the past five years.
The leaked review detailed how non-white workers felt they had to 'work harder to be respected and understood'.
'We have to be a certain way in order for people around us to perceive us as being just as valid as someone who went to Oxbridge,' one staff member said.
It was reported how the review found the Cabinet Office is dominated by people with a 'posh London' accent to make others feel like outsiders.
The Cabinet Office cited the 'internal' nature of the review when telling of the department's decision not to make the full findings public
Alleged perpetrators 'rarely face disciplinary action' and are instead moved - or even promoted - to another Whitehall department, it was claimed
Women in the department were also said to be concerned about a 'macho' culture.
The review stated: 'Female participants described times where they felt their ideas were not respected, or where they were labelled as rude when they acted assertively to mirror male colleagues.'
On the consequences for alleged perpetrators of discrimination, the review found they 'rarely face disciplinary action'.
'They’re just moved around like dice,' one civil servant said.
The PCS union, which represents civil servants, withdrew its support for the 'respect and inclusion review' earlier this year after claiming it was being treated merely as 'an exercise in damage limitation'.
A PCS spokesperson said: 'As we warned, this report shows management did not take seriously accusations of discrimination within the Cabinet Office.
'The report makes damning and depressing reading and its findings that management treated diversity as a ‘tick box exercise’ justifies our decision to withdraw from the process.
'While we demand a full overhaul of the system and a zero tolerance approach to discrimination of any kind, we note the report also says responsibility should come from the top.
'As such, we are prepared to work with the next Prime Minister to ensure discrimination within the Cabinet Office – and the entire civil service – becomes a thing of the past.
'We shall be watching the Government’s next steps with interest so if they fail to take the appropriate action, we’ll be there to keep them on track and defend our members.'
The Cabinet Office cited the 'internal' nature of the review when telling MailOnline of the department's decision not to make the full findings public.
A spokesperson said: 'We do not tolerate bullying, harassment or discrimination in any form and this review demonstrates how seriously we take addressing this issue.
'We fully accept the independent report’s recommendations and we are implementing them in full, prioritising actions that will have the greatest immediate impact.
'This includes mandatory training for new line managers, developing more regular monitoring systems and ensuring senior leaders are accountable for leadership of respect and inclusion issues.' | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11137637/One-ten-civil-servants-Cabinet-Office-claim-suffer-bullying-harassment-discrimination.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-08-23T11:28:15Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11137637/One-ten-civil-servants-Cabinet-Office-claim-suffer-bullying-harassment-discrimination.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | false |
SMArtX Leverages Flyer Financial Technologies to Upgrade Managed Accounts Solutions
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SMArtX Advisory Solutions ("SMArtX"), a leading innovator in managed accounts technology and operator of the SMArtX turnkey asset management platform ('TAMP'), announced a partnership with Flyer Financial Technologies ('Flyer FT') and its Co-Pilot OEMS, a cloud-based order and execution management platform. The integration of Flyer FT's Co-Pilot OEMS and SMArtX's UMA technology streamlines broker and custodial connectivity while expanding trading services and capabilities for advisors and asset managers using the SMArtX platform.
By integrating Co-Pilot OEMS via API, SMArtX clients will have full control over order instructions, order routing, and post trade allocation processing, while maintaining real-time visibility that supports ongoing portfolio management updates from advisors, model managers, and other platform participants. As a result, traders will improve execution quality and scale their middle and back-office trade operations.
"SMArtX is thrilled to partner with a leading WealthTech firm like Flyer FT to bring best-in-class trading capabilities to the managed accounts industry," said Evan Rapoport, CEO of SMArtX Advisory Solutions. "This partnership will support asset managers and managed accounts providers that need a better way to deliver their services at scale."
The partnership will enable traders at SMArtX enterprise firms, TAMPs, independent broker-dealers, and other providers to effortlessly trade at scale with a seamless experience. It will also assist asset managers looking to scale their middle and back-office operations while supporting accounts across multiple custodians. Flyer Trading Network is connected directly to over 100+ brokers and custodians supporting SMArtX's current roster of 7 custodians and expansion plans for adding 2 more custodians.
"Flyer is excited to work with an innovative firm like SMArtX to enable a shared vision of delivering a feature-rich trade order management platform," said Brian Bleasdell, Chief Product Officer of Flyer FT. "By using the Co-Pilot API, SMArtX has greatly enhanced their order management workflows and overall trading capabilities. The API enables third-parties, such as SMArtX, to integrate advanced OEMS functionality and trading connectivity in a fraction of time that it would have taken to build in-house."
The partnership lays the groundwork for the next stage of SMArtX's technological expansion: an end-to-end standalone portfolio management solution designed to support managed accounts across custodians for asset managers, while continuing to advance the capabilities of the SMArtX TAMP.
SMArtX Advisory Solutions is an award-winning managed accounts technology provider and manages SMArtX, a turnkey asset management platform ('TAMP'). SMArtX's API-first, cloud-native technology operates within a modular, micro-services architecture, providing clients a tailored solution catered to their unique specifications. SMArtX is available as an off-the-shelf TAMP for advisors seeking wider selection of investment product and ease of use, while automating the investment processes and simplifying the everyday tasks of managing client accounts. SMArtX also licenses its proprietary technology to enterprise firms looking to create, customize, or upgrade their existing managed accounts technology as a standalone or fully integrated solution. SMArtX is the managed account technology and TAMP platform of choice for multiple RIAs, broker-dealers, and asset managers. Learn more at www.smartxadvisory.com
Flyer Financial Technologies (Flyer FT) builds cutting-edge technology that solves asset and wealth management firms' toughest trading workflows. As a leading cloud-based FinTech provider, Flyer FT serves wealth managers, asset managers, broker-dealers, RIAs, banks, TAMPs and other technology service providers. The platform includes Co-Pilot, a multi-asset trading platform, and Flyer Trading Network, an order and trade routing network with direct FIX connectivity. Co-Pilot and FTN enables advisors, portfolio managers, and traders the freedom to focus on performance at each stage of the trading lifecycle, from portfolio construction to trade execution. For more information, visit https://flyerft.com/.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of TG Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: TGTX) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: January 15, 2020 to May 31, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 16, 2022
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that TG Therapeutics, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) clinical trials revealed significant concerns related to the benefit-risk ratio and overall survival data of the Company's therapeutic product candidates, Ublituximab and Umbralisib; (ii) accordingly, it was unlikely that the Company would be able to obtain approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of the Umbralisib marginal zone lymphoma and follicular lymphoma New Drug Application, the Biologics License Application for Ublituximab in combination with Umbralisib, the supplemental New Drug Application for Ublituximab in combination with Umbralisib, or the Ublituximab relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis Biologics License Application in their current forms; (iii) as a result, the Company had significantly overstated Ublituximab and Umbralisib's clinical and/or commercial prospects; and (iv) therefore, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in TG Therapeutics you have until September 16, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased TG Therapeutics securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the TGTX lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/tg-therapeutics-loss-submission-form?id=31042&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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- Thinkific's fourth annual, virtual Think in Color summit drew over 29,000 registrations with participants from more than 60 countries.
- Over 70% of registrants were new to Thinkific
- More than 900 participants have enrolled in the Think in Color accelerator program, a free 8-week program that provides participants with a 90-day trial of Thinkific's Pro + Growth Plan, and ongoing training to build or scale their online learning business.
VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Thinkific Labs Inc. ("Thinkific" or the "Company") (TSX: THNC), the platform shaking up the knowledge economy by empowering creators to create, market and sell their online learning products, shared results from Think in Color 2022. The virtual summit on July 27th featured a roster of 100% women of color, who delivered practical, expert insights that address the real challenges faced by women of color entrepreneurs when launching and building online learning businesses.
"We are thrilled with the success of Think in Color," said Greg Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Thinkific. "With registrations up over 20% from last year, we continue to see growing interest and engagement from knowledge commerce creators in the unique learnings and expert insights showcased at Think in Color. We are honored to play our part in creating a more inclusive and representative space for women of color entrepreneurs in the creator economy. Think in Color is one of the ways we live our core values, by providing practical resources and tools, and by building community to support women of color on their entrepreneurial journey."
Over the course of the event, attendees:
- Learned from Lisa Nichols, Founder and CEO of Motivating the Masses, Inc. about creating an abundance mindset and why shifting mindset is fundamental to business success;
- Were inspired by three creators of color, Ellie Diop, Kiaundra Jackson and Malle Naehu, who shared the stories of their business journeys and how they overcame the unique challenges facing women of color entrepreneurs, including financing, handling requests for free work and racial privilege in entrepreneurship;
- Watched Grammy-award winning singer, Chrisette Michele, launch and perform her new single, Home, and share her experiences and learnings on facing rejection while pursuing your purpose; and
- Connected with each other through the online Think in Color community group, which has over 5,000 members.
To further support women entrepreneurs, Thinkific is contributing $1 per registration to funding entrepreneurs through IFundWomen, which is the go-to funding marketplace for women-owned businesses and the people who want to support them with access to capital, coaching and connections.
Thinkific (TSX: THNC) makes it simple for entrepreneurs and established businesses of any size to scale and generate revenue by teaching what they know. Our platform gives businesses everything they need to build, market, and sell online courses and other learning products, and to run their business seamlessly under their own brand, on their own site. Thinkific's 50,000 active creators earn hundreds of millions of dollars in direct course sales while teaching tens of millions of students. Thinkific is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada and has a distributed team.
This news release includes forward-looking statements and forward–looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws ("forward-looking statements"). Often, but not always, forward–looking information can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "is expected", "expects", "scheduled", "intends", "contemplates", "anticipates", "believes", "proposes" or variations (including negative and grammatical variations) of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding the continued growing interest and engagement of knowledge commerce creators; the anticipated and potential benefits that registrants to the Company's Think in Color 2022 event may become paid customers in addition to the anticipated benefits to customers from Thinkific's 8-week accelerator program to train and help customers build or scale their online learning business. Such statements and information are based on the current expectations of Thinkific's management, and are based on assumptions and subject to risks and uncertainties. Although Thinkific's management believes that the assumptions underlying these statements and information are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect. Except as required by applicable securities laws, forward–looking statements and information speak only as of the date on which they are made and Thinkific undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward–looking statement or information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Forward-looking statements and information are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, some that are similar to other companies with online learning products and some that are unique to Thinkific. Thinkific's actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by its forward-looking statements, so readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on them.
Thinkific's Annual Information Form to Shareholders dated February 23, 2022 and other documents it files from time to time with securities regulatory authorities describe the risks, uncertainties, material assumptions and other factors that could influence actual results and such factors are incorporated herein by reference. Copies of these documents are available on SEDAR.
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SEATTLE (AP) — Breanna Stewart had 21 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists, Sue Bird added season highs of 18 points and 10 assists, and the Seattle Storm beat the Washington Mystics 97-84 on Sunday to sweep their opening-round series.
No. 4 seed Seattle plays top-seeded Las Vegas in the second round. The best-of-five series begins next Sunday in Las Vegas.
Jewell Loyd was 5 of 10 from 3-point range and finished with 19 points for the Storm. Gabby Williams, who suffered a concussion in the third quarter and did not return, scored 14 points and Tina Charles added 10.
Ariel Atkins hit a 3-pointer 13 seconds into the third quarter to give the Mystics a 46-45 lead, but Stewart answered with a 3 on the other end and Seattle never again trailed. Stewart made a fade-away jumper to stretch the Storm’s lead to 17 points with 6 minutes to play.
Natasha Cloud made 5 of 8 from 3-point range and finished with 21 points for Washington. Atkins added 15 points and seven assists, Elena Delle Donne and Shatori Walker-Kimbrough scored 12 points apiece, and Alysha Clark 10.
The Storm made 35 of 63 (55.6%) from the field, shot 52.2% (12 of 23) from 3-point range. finished with 27 assists and committed a season-low eight turnovers.
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LEONBERG, Germany , Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading German supplier of white-label cryptocurrency software, Skalex, has expanded its core services to include enterprise-level software development and consulting for businesses of all sizes. The company has also updated its brand identity and revamped its website to reflect these changes.
In response to changing market conditions and the needs of its customers, Skalex is proud to announce it is expanding its core lines of business to include software consulting and development. Skalex is implementing these changes after listening to client feedback and now offers these new services to help its clients to adapt and thrive in today's challenging business environment.
The company is well-positioned for such an expansion. Skalex is leveraging the vast knowledge it has gained through years of working in the digital asset industry to help customers select the best solutions for their business with services including DevOps Consulting, Enterprise Solutions, Legacy Software Upgrades, and Payment and KYC Solutions.
Skalex's core product and service lineup has also been widened to now include Wallet Solutions, Blockchain Development, Smart Contracts, Asset Tokenization Solutions, NFT Platforms, Liquidity Solutions, and DAOs in addition to the well-known white-label software.
The CEO of Skalex, Raj Ponniah, has always focused on the needs of the customer. "One of the founding members of Skalex once told me that his vision was to provide scalable solutions to help clients grow and succeed. I am so very proud of our products and innovative solutions, but in keeping with our foundational vision, we must put as much effort in providing support for our clients to meet them where they are in their development. By taking a holistic and systemic approach to our clients' needs, we may all flourish together." says Ponniah.
Please visit www.skalex.io for more information about Skalex's offerings and to schedule a demo with a knowledgeable Skalex representative.
About Skalex
Skalex GmbH, based in Germany, was an early pioneer in blockchain services and smart contract development. Skalex has raised the bar in the global cryptocurrency market with its renowned custom, white-label exchange software. Originally, the exchange software was designed to make it simple for customers to set up their own crypto exchanges and trade cryptocurrencies.
Skalex's development efforts and expertise have allowed it to create powerful infrastructure and turn-key tools that allow companies to manage and scale their business across a wide range of products and services.
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House hunting? Check the WINDOW size! Maximising the amount of natural light entering your home boosts happiness, study finds
- 750 participants were shown photos of rooms with different natural lighting
- They were asked to rate how happy or sad the rooms made them feel
- Rooms with bigger windows and stucco or wooden walls were rated as happiest
Whether it's the amount of storage space or the number of power points, there are many things people look for when house hunting.
But a new study suggests that prospective buyers should focus on another key feature - the size of the windows.
Researchers from the University of Sheffield have revealed how maximising the amount of natural light entering your home can boost happiness.
Dr Pablo Navarrete-Hernandez, who led the study, said: 'Given that we live, work and spend more time than ever at home, urban planners and property developers should consider improvements to natural lighting conditions in the home through factors like window placement and size.'
Whether it's the amount of storage space or the number of power points, there are many things people look for when house hunting. But a new study suggests that prospective buyers should focus on another key feature - the size of the windows (stock image)
The researchers presented 750 participants with 25 randomly assigned 3D photo simulations of living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, with different natural lighting designs
While previous studies have shown a link between indoor environments and emotional wellbeing, until now, little has been known about the specific aspects of a home that affect our emotions.
In their new study, the team set out to understand whether natural lighting in the home affects the inhabitants' happiness and sadness.
The researchers presented 750 participants with 25 randomly assigned 3D photo simulations of living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, with different natural lighting designs.
This included north-facing windows, south-facing windows, and windows of different size and number.
The participants were asked to rate how happy or sad they felt looking at each room.
The results revealed that natural lighting design had a significant impact on emotional wellbeing and perceived happiness.
Windows covering more than 40 per cent of a wall produced the most happiness of all the 25 scenarios included in the study.
Meanwhile, if you're hoping to opt for a trendy exposed brick finish, the findings may put you off.
'Regarding the reflection and absorption of daylight in the house, we found that stucco and wood wall-finish surfaces were beneficial to perceived happiness, while brick surfaces were not,' the team wrote.
While the researchers did not look at the reason behind the findings, previous research has shown how exposure to light can boost levels of serotonin - the 'happy hormone'.
In fact, the NHS even recommends light therapy for people experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
'It's thought the light may improve SAD by encouraging your brain to reduce the production of melatonin (a hormone that makes you sleepy) and increase the production of serotonin (a hormone that affects your mood),' it explains on its website.
The researchers hope the findings will encourage prospective buyers to consider window size.
If you're hoping to opt for a trendy exposed brick finish, the findings may put you off. 'Regarding the reflection and absorption of daylight in the house, we found that stucco and wood wall-finish surfaces were beneficial to perceived happiness, while brick surfaces were not,' the team wrote
Javiera Morales-Bravo from the University of Chile, an author of the study, said: 'When looking for a new place to live, people want a home that maximises the amount of natural light entering their property, as this increases their families' and their own emotional wellbeing.'
They also suggest that building planners should opt for larger windows when planning new homes.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EXCLUSIVE: In the latest episode of The Chris Cuomo Project, former Donald Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort shares his view on whether Trump will enter the 2024 presidential race. Manafort's wide-ranging interview with Cuomo also covers FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago, his work in Ukraine, and the Mueller investigation and his subsequent conviction and pardon.
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MADRID (AP) — Iñaki Williams is enjoying yet another season as a starter for Athletic Bilbao.
The only debate about his role in Basque Country is whether he should play more up front as a true striker or out on the wing.
Williams’ spot with Spain’s national team was never assured, though, so when the call to play for Ghana came, his decision wasn’t that hard to make.
Ahead of the World Cup, Ghana aggressively recruited players from abroad with connections to the African nation, and Williams fitted the bill.
The 28-year-old Williams was born in Spain to parents who are from Ghana. They moved to Spain several decades ago and, to be able to stay there, were advised by a charity worker to say they had fled a civil war in Liberia.
Now, with slim hopes of being called up again by Spain — he made one appearance in a friendly in 2016 — Williams became one of five players to accept a recent invitation to join Ghana’s national team and play at the World Cup.
“Even though I was born in Spain, my roots and my blood are African and Ghanese. This is the correct decision,” Williams said. “With my age, at my peak as an athlete, it is the right time to do this. The train will only come by once and I have to take it.”
His first appearance for Ghana could come in a friendly match against Brazil on Sept. 23, one of two World Cup warmup matches for the national team that month.
Williams said the support he received from his family and others in a recent trip back home helped him make the decision to switch to Ghana.
Williams is one of the few Black players to ever play for Athletic, the traditional Spanish club that has an internal code to only sign local-born players or those who have come through the soccer academies of teams in the Basque region.
Williams was a member of Spain’s youth squads and played in a friendly against Bosnia in 2016. He had not been called up recently by Luis Enrique and did not appear to be in the coach’s plan for the World Cup.
FIFA eligibility rules allow countries to recruit players from their global diaspora if the players meet the conditions related to their nationalities. Players are allowed to switch allegiance to a new national team if they never played a competitive game for the first country they were eligible to represent.
Ghana qualified for its fourth World Cup, and first since 2014, by eliminating Nigeria in a two-leg playoff in March. It is in Group H along with Portugal, South Korea and Uruguay.
WIJNALDUM INJURY
Dropped by the Netherlands because of his lack of game time at Paris Saint-Germain last season, Georginio Wijnaldum moved to Roma on loan partly in an attempt to revive his international career ahead of the World Cup.
It hasn’t gone to plan.
Wijnaldum broke the tibia in his right leg during practice on Sunday and might not be fit in time for the World Cup. He will undergo more tests this week.
In the 2020-21 season, Wijnaldum was a star of the Liverpool team and captained the Dutch in the absence of the injured Virgil van Dijk.
However, after being continually overlooked in his only season at PSG, Wijnaldum was dropped by Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal for his team’s four matches in June. He has made 86 international appearances, scoring 26 goals.
MARTINO'S PROBLEMS
Mexico coach Gerardo Martino was heavily criticized for his team´s attacking struggles in the last matches in World Cup qualification. Now, he'll have to figure out how to improve the offense without one of his top players.
Sevilla forward Jesus “Tecatito” Corona broke his left fibula and ruptured ankle ligaments this week and will be out for four to five months, the Spanish club said. That is likely to rule him out of the World Cup, though Jaime Ordiales, the head of Mexico's national teams, said Corona will be given until the last minute to have him on board for Qatar.
“It´s a serious injury," Ordiales said, “but we have seen some impressive recoveries in the past, so we're going to wait and hope for the best.”
Mexico, which finished second in the CONCACAF qualifiers behind Canada, scored just four goals in its last five qualifying matches. That was with Corona playing alongside Raul Jimenez and Hirving Lozano in Martino´s 4-3-3 formation.
Now Martino, who guided Paraguay to the World Cup quarterfinals in 2010, will have to try to awaken his offense without Corona and with Jimenez battling to rediscover his best form after fracturing his skull in 2020.
Jimenez came on as a substitute in Wolverhampton's 1-0 loss to Tottenham in the Premier League on Saturday, having missed the start of the season with a knee injury.
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Controversial Telangana BJP MLA Tiger Raja Naval Singh Lodh has been known to stir up a controversy each time he speaks. From threatening to behead those who opposed the Ram Temple and raze the houses of Uttar Pradesh voters who did not vote for Yogi Adityanath to calling for Rohingyas to be shot in the head, Singh has garnered attention for one inflammatory speech after another.
This time round, the BJP has decided to take action against the rabble-rouser politician, suspending him from the party and issuing a show cause notice for his alleged derogatory remarks against Prophet Mohammad. MLA from Hyderabad’s suburban constituency Gosha Mahal, Raja Singh was arrested by the Hyderabad Police on Tuesday morning for the alleged remarks.
Counting this one, Singh has more than 75 cases booked against him, mostly for hate and provocative speeches, and disruption of law and order.
Always seen clad in saffron and wearing a tilak on his forehead, Raja Singh is equally popular in the areas of Goshamahal, Mangalhat and Dhoolpet in central Hyderabad. The two-time MLA has a stronghold over the dominant Lodha community in his constituency and is known to call himself a “dedicated Gau Rakshak", claiming to have saved “thousands of cows" in Hyderabad.
In an earlier interview to News18, Singh had spoken about his connection with the RSS and how he had been deeply entrenched in the Hindutva philosophy even though he may have been with the TDP. Singh joined the BJP in 2013 and contested in 2014 on a BJP ticket. He has won the seat twice since then for the party.
Tiger Singh, as he is popularly called, was the only sitting BJP MLA in the December 2018 Assembly elections which the TRS won in a landslide victory and is presently one of the three sitting MLAs of the BJP in the Telangana Assembly. In the 2014 elections, Singh won his Gosha Mahal seat by a margin of 46,793 votes. His victory margin in 2018 was 17,734 votes.
RAJA OF CONTROVERSIES
It was Raja Singh who first voiced the demand for Hyderabad to be renamed Bhagyanagar, a campaign that has become an integral part of the BJP’s agenda in Telangana. In 2018, Singh said that the BJP’s first aim will be developing the state of Telangana and the second will be renaming Hyderabad as Bhagyanagar. “We will also change the names of Secunderabad and Karimnagar," he had said at the time.
However, his statements, most of them provocative, have not only attracted arrests and FIRs under the Indian Penal Code, but he has also faced suspension by the social media platform Facebook.
In June this year, Raja Singh allegedly offended the 12th-century Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti of Ajmer of Rajasthan, claiming that if Hindus who are now visiting the dargah knew the truth behind it, they would stop visiting or bowing their heads. “These days, a lot of Hindus are visiting Ajmer Dargah. I challenge you, when you know the truth you will not go there or bow your head there. Prithviraj Chouhan’s wife was thrown out of this dargah to be raped by the soldiers," he had claimed.
On April 9, when a procession to celebrate Ram Navami was carried out, Singh was part of it and used abusive language to demand boycott of Muslim traders. Calling Muslims “gaddars" (traitors), Singh asked people to boycott those who refuse to sing Vande Mataram.
Days later, on April 23, the BJP legislator wrote a letter to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), asking them to remove all “non-Hindu religious constructions" in and around Sri Jogulamba temple in Gadwal. Or the BJP “will do the needful when it comes to power in Telangana in 2023", he had threatened.
In March, along with fellow BJP MLAs M Raghunandan Rao and Etela Rajender, Raja Singh was suspended until the end of the Budget Session as they had planned to protest against the TRS’s budget.
In February, the Election Commission of India pulled up the BJP leader for his alleged comment intimidating voters in Uttar Pradesh to vote in favour of Yogi Adityanath or “face action". “Those who do not vote for the BJP, I want to tell them that Yogiji has called for thousands of bulldozers to be stationed in Uttar Pradesh. The areas that did not vote for Yogiji will be identified after the elections and you know what JCB bulldozers are used for. Let me tell those traitors of Uttar Pradesh to vote in favour of Yogiji. You will have to chant ‘Yogi-Yogi’ or else you will be forced to leave the state," Singh had allegedly threatened in a video, days before UP elections.
In 2020, social media giant Facebook termed Singh a “dangerous individual" who had been violating its policy on content, promoting violence and hate. In its statement, Facebook said it had banned him “for violating our policy prohibiting those that promote or engage in violence and hate from having a presence on our platform. The process for evaluating potential violators is extensive and it is what led us to our decision to remove his account."
Singh later claimed his account was hacked and that he had not been on Facebook since 2019.
During the peak of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the National Register of Citizens (NRC) protests across the country, Raja Singh made a statement threatening to kill the “Owaisi brothers" — AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi and his brother Akbaruddin Owaisi — and also “bring an end" to those who opposed CAA and NRC. A year before that, the MLA threatened to force all Bangladeshis and Rohingyas living in India to leave the country “at gunpoint".
During a meeting of the Hindu Dharma Sansad in Karnataka’s Udupi in 2017, Singh in his speech said “every Hindu should have a sword in his hand". That same year, he called for the “beheading of those who oppose the Ram temple", leading to tensions across the state.
In the backdrop of the 2015 Dadri lynching episode in which a Muslim man was killed on suspicion of possessing beef, Raja Singh threatened a similar fate if the students of Osmania University in Hyderabad continued with their plans to organise a beef festival on campus. “I am warning them, that there will be another Dadri-like situation in Telangana. We can give our lives and take lives too," Singh was purportedly heard saying in a video.
LATEST ESCALATION
Raja Singh’s arrest on Tuesday comes in the background of the remark he made in a video released just before stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui’s performance in Hyderabad.
Despite threats from Singh that he would disrupt the show and amidst tight security, Faruqui performed on August 20. The stand-up comedian performed his act ‘Dongri to Nowhere’ in front of a full-house attendance in Hyderabad’s Shilpa Kala Vedika with nearly 500 police personnel present at the location.
In a 10-minute video, Singh says he has “researched about Faruqui’s almighty and his followers who wear skull caps" and goes on to make remarks derogatory to Prophet Mohammed, similar to the ones made by suspended BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma in a televised debate few months ago.
Singh was arrested on Tuesday morning, hours after Muslim organisations took to the streets to protest his statements. But the BJP leader defended himself, claiming that it was a “comedy video" and that he had made no mention of the Prophet.
Talking to News18, TRS leader Krishank said: “What Raja Singh said is the same as Nupur Sharma’s views. Does the BJP endorse its MLA’s statements? If not, then he should be suspended too. It looks like BJP’s attempt is orchestrated and politically motivated as the whole agenda is to try to disturb the law and order. Telangana is living in peace and the BJP cannot digest this. Their modus operandi is to instigate communal disharmony and benefit politically."
Countering the TRS, BJP spokesperson Krishna Sagar Rao said: “The BJP, as a national party, does not believe in discourse of hate and abuse. We treat and respect all religions equally. Raja Singh is not an office-bearer of the BJP. He is an elected representative. He has the freedom of speech, but he has no freedom to abuse."
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Partnerships with NorthStar Medical Radioisotopoes, Niowave, and TerraPower to Support Advancement of Targeted Alpha Radiopharmaceutical Pipeline to Treat a Broad Range of Solid Tumors
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aktis Oncology, a biotechnology company discovering and developing novel classes of targeted alpha radiopharmaceuticals to treat a broad range of solid tumors, today announced agreements with three leading medical radioisotope manufacturers NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes LLC, Niowave, Inc, and TerraPower LLC, for preclinical, clinical, and commercial supply of Actinium-225.
"Given the breadth and depth of our emerging pipeline, securing robust isotope supply across all stages of development is critical. Each of our three partners are leaders in the field of nuclear innovation with strong reputations for production, operational experience, and technical capabilities," said Matthew Roden, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Aktis Oncology. "We believe these foundational relationships with such high-quality suppliers will ensure timely and efficient progression of our programs and ultimately, enable patient access to potentially life-saving therapies."
The three agreements provide Aktis with a portfolio of suppliers that utilize varied techniques to produce high quality Actinium-225, and enhance the Company's ability to ensure just-in-time delivery of finished targeted radioconjugates to healthcare providers for administration to patients. NorthStar's approach to Actinium-225 production is to utilize non-uranium, electron accelerator-based production methods; Niowave builds and operates superconducting electron accelerators to produce Ac-225 and other radioisotopes, whereas TerraPower uses a Thorium-229 generator. These agreements are a part of broader ongoing efforts to build and enhance Aktis's supply access, radiomanufacturing and distribution capabilities.
Aktis Oncology is creating precision targeting molecules to deliver Actinium-225 directly to cancer cells, thereby harnessing alpha radiation to treat commonly occurring cancers with limited treatment options, including breast, lung and colorectal cancers, and to improve standards of cancer care. Actinium-225's powerful alpha particle emissions potently kill cancer cells by inducing double strand DNA breaks to overcome acquired resistance to traditional chemotherapy, and potentially outperform the new generation antibody drug conjugates.
About Aktis Oncology
Aktis Oncology is a biotechnology company pioneering the discovery and development of a new class of targeted alpha radiopharmaceuticals to treat a broad range of solid tumor cancers. Founded and incubated by MPM Capital, the company has developed proprietary platforms to generate tumor targeting agents with ideal properties for alpha radiotherapy. Designed for high tumor penetration and long residence time, Aktis Oncology's molecules will quickly clear other areas of the body, thereby maximizing tumor elimination while minimizing side effects of treatment. This approach would enable clinicians to visualize and verify target engagement prior to exposure to therapeutic radioisotopes. To learn more about Aktis Oncology, visit www.aktisoncology.com.
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Most U.S. adults think gun violence is increasing nationwide and want to see gun laws made stricter, according to a new poll that finds broad public support for a variety of gun restrictions, including many that are supported by majorities of Republicans and gun owners.
The poll by the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research also shows majorities of U.S. adults view both reducing gun violence and protecting gun ownership as important issues.
The poll was conducted between July 28 and Aug. 1, after a string of deadly mass shootings — from a New York grocery store to a school in Texas and a July 4 parade in Illinois — and a 2020 spike in gun killings that have increased attention on the issue of gun violence. Overall, 8 in 10 Americans perceive that gun violence is increasing around the country, and about two-thirds say it's increasing in their state, though less than half believe it's increasing in their community, the poll shows.
The question of how to prevent such violence has long divided politicians and many voters, making it difficult to change gun laws. In June, a conservative majority on the Supreme Court expanded gun rights, finding a constitutional right to carry firearms in public for self-defense.
Later that same month, President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan gun safety bill. The package, approved in the wake of shootings like the one that killed 19 children and two teachers in Uvalde, Texas, was both a measured compromise and the most significant bill addressing gun violence to be approved in Congress in decades — an indication of how intractable the issue has become.
The poll found 71% of Americans say gun laws should be stricter, including about half of Republicans, the vast majority of Democrats, and a majority of those in gun-owning households.
Nicole Whitelaw, 29, is a Democrat and gun owner who grew up hunting and target shooting in upstate New York with her strongly Republican family. Whitelaw, who now lives along Florida’s Gulf Coast, supports some gun restrictions, such as prohibiting people convicted of domestic violence from owning firearms and a federal law preventing mentally ill people from purchasing guns.
She said other restrictions — such as banning sales of AR-15 rifles — are “going too far” and may not solve the problem. Whitelaw pointed to the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many people bought up all the toilet paper they could find.
“I think people would start trying to hoard guns,” she said, adding that a better approach is to make smaller changes and see what impact they have.
The poll shows bipartisan majorities of Americans support a nationwide background check policy for all gun sales, a law preventing mentally ill people from purchasing guns, allowing courts to temporarily prevent people who are considered a danger to themselves or others from purchasing a gun, making 21 the minimum age to buy a gun nationwide and banning those who have been convicted of domestic violence from purchasing a gun.
A smaller majority of Americans, 59%, favor a ban on the sale of AR-15 rifles and similar semiautomatic weapons, with Democrats more likely to support that policy than Republicans, 83% vs. 35%.
Chris Boylan, 47, from Indianapolis, opposes restrictions on guns. As a teacher for many years, Boylan said he has “buried more kids than I care to count” and believes gun violence is a major problem. But the Republican, who said he leans more toward Libertarian in his personal stances, believes the issue is more about mental health and a too-lenient criminal justice system.
“Blaming the gun is an oversimplification of what the issues really are,” Boylan said. “It’s not the gun. It’s a hearts-and-minds issue to me.”
The new poll finds 88% of Americans call preventing mass shootings extremely or very important, and nearly as many say that about reducing gun violence in general. But 60% also say it’s very important to ensure that people can own guns for personal protection.
Overall, 52% of Americans -- including 65% of Republicans and 39% of Democrats -- say both reducing mass shootings and protecting the right to own guns for personal protection highly important.
University of Chicago professor Jens Ludwig said the poll's findings show that concerns raised by opponents of gun restrictions are “very off base.” Led by the National Rifle Association, the gun lobby argues that any new limitations on who may have a gun or what type of firearms may be sold will lead to nationwide bans on all weapons and ammunition.
The poll showed most Americans' opinions are more nuanced and there is support for some changes even among Republicans, who as elected officials typically oppose gun control, said Ludwig, who also is director of the University of Chicago's Crime Lab.
“It should shut the door to some of the ‘slippery slope’ arguments,” he said.
The poll also found that only about 3 in 10 Americans support a law allowing people to carry guns in public without a permit. Seventy-eight percent of Democrats are opposed. Among Republicans, 47% are in favor and 39% are opposed.
Ervin Leach, 66, lives in Troutman, North Carolina, north of Charlotte, believes gun violence is a major problem and says that laws should be much more strict. A Democrat, Leach said he supports measures like background checks — or what he said should be “in-depth studies” — and a minimum age of 21 to buy a gun.
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GOLETA, Calif., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Teva®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), announces the arrival of its latest collection for Fall 2022, inviting Teva fans to adventure further into the modern outdoors. With two new signature styles designed around comfort and durability, and updated fan-favorite core silhouettes, this season offers a range of versatile, weather-ready styles to take wearers from unpaved pathways to starry sky lounging. The Fall 2022 collection launches today with Teva's new ReEmber colors, with the remaining products dropping in the coming weeks and months.
A fresh offering of the fan-favorite ReEmber slip-ons are here. Beloved for its toasty warmth and earth-conscious materials, ReEmber reemerges in a new batch of fall hues, including Sauterne with a sunflower yellow color pop inspired by the Teva brand color, and Cashew, an earthen clay tone that mimics the colors of nature. Easily transitioning from couch to campsite and everywhere in between, this versatile slipper/sneaker is made to be your cold-weather go-to. (MSRP: $80)
Introducing ReEmber Terrain. Cozy enough for indoors. Rugged enough for outdoors. The ReEmber Terrain is your next-level lounge companion, showcasing the brand's all-new ULTRA-COMF technology, an ultra-comfy footbed designed for springy support and step-in comfort, and a grippy rubber outsole. Built for slip-on ease and created with a trusty loop that can hook to your backpack, the new ReEmber Terrain is perfect for post-adventure comfort. (MSRP: $90)
Teva ups its game with the more luxe version of its ReEmber, reimagined with plush materials. The ReEmber Plushed is an updated, cozier version of the camp shoe reintroduced in Fall 2021, and now serves as the premium option in the ReEmber franchise. Made with 100% Tencel faux shearling and 100% recycled polyester backer, this slip-on now has the ultimate plushness and comfort. The pinnacle of lazy day leisure, the ReEmber Plushed's rich suede upper has been coated with TevaRAPID RESIST treatment to repel water. This all-gender style is available in five colorways. (MSRP: $100)
Inspired by classic camp gear and coated with TevaRAPID RESIST treatment, the new ReEmber Vistaverse is geared for comfort and all-day wear. Delivering slip-on ease, this water-resistant shoe is ready for fall road trips and adventures. (MSRP: $100)
This season, Teva expands its hiking category with the introduction of a new modern hiking boot for fall, the Geotrecca. Light enough for the summer heat, yet sturdy enough for wetter weather, the Geotrecca delivers a smooth trek with plush comfort and exceptional stability, perfect for the modern outdoor enthusiast. With its lightweight construction and waterproof capabilities, thanks to a TevaRAPID PROOF bootie, the Geotrecca utilizes 95% recycled polyester textile upper, Leather Working Group's leathers and suedes, and 30% recycled EVA midsole. Its outsole is made of Teva's own spider rubber, which is made with 30% recycled content, creating the right amount of stickiness and traction. This earth-conscious and progressive hiker, available in eight colorways, combines style, technical features and versatility making it perfect for anywhere from street to trail. (MSRP: $150)
In addition to the introduction of the Geotrecca, Teva is excited to release its Grandview GTX Low, which is a low-pro take on the high-top Grandview GTA. This waterproof hiker for both men and women, features the same universal heel lock system to keep the wearer's foot in place while hiking but is re-engineered to accommodate a lower profile. Available in five colorways, the Grandview GTX Low combines waterproof leather and quick-dry mesh with a GORE-TEX waterproof bootie to keep your feet dry on the trail. (MSRP: $165)
To round out the hiking category this season, taking a trail-tested favorite to bold new heights, the Grandview GTX returns with retro, color-blocked styling, available in seven colorways. Tackling day hikes and weeklong excursions with the same rugged dependability, this all-terrain vehicle combines waterproof leather with a GORE-TEX waterproof bootie to seal out the elements and Vibram® Megagrip outsole for stability on uneven terrain. (MSRP: $175)
Just in time for the holidays, Teva is set to release two new seasonal styles, perfect for any holiday gathering with friends and family. First up, is the ReEmber Satinya, a luxurious spin on the original ReEmber silhouette. Featuring a premium finish suited for all festive activities, this slip-on sports a finish made with 100% recycled polyester satin, giving it a rich look and feel. The ReEmber Satinya is made with recycled content for both the midsole and outsole as well as TevaRAPID RESIST coating for weather-ready versatility. (MSRP: $85)
Elevating the classic Midform Universal silhouette, the Midform Universal Satinya is outfitted in ruched satin, delivering a polished new holiday sandal. Made with premium materials including luxe polyester satin, creating a soft and textural look, this style has a hook and loop strapping system making it easy to adjust. With a cushy EVA midsole and antimicrobial treatments to control odor, the Midform Universal Satinya is the perfect fit in every way. (MSRP: $70)
Teva celebrates the changing of the seasons with new colors of key open-toed and closed-toed styles to keep the adventures going all year long, wherever you explore. Updates across these silhouettes will drop throughout fall and winter 2022, and include key franchises: Originals, Hurricanes, Performance, and Flips. Each of these franchises, specifically the M/W Universal, W Flatform Universal, and W Hurricane XLT2 Ampsole, will see new webbings inspired by the elements of the desert that mimic the winds on sand dune ridges. Desert Multi and Mirage Multi color themes will be seen across various silhouettes including the M/W Original Universal, W Midform Universal, W Universal Slide, W Hurricane Drift, and M/W Hurricane XLT2.
New colorways include:
- Burlwood for W Anaya Bootie
- Dark Olive and Peppercorn for W Midform Boot
- Starfish for All-Gender Hurricane Verge
- Dusty Lavender for W Zymic
- Orion Blue for M Zymic
- Cyan Blue, Dusty Lavender, and Meadow Green for W Hurricane Drift
In 1984, Teva created the world's first sport sandal on the banks of the Grand Canyon. The brand outfits free-spirited adventure-seekers all over the world with versatile, modern outdoor footwear. In 2020, Teva committed to reducing the brand's environmental impact by ensuring 100% of its iconic straps are made with recycled plastic, so future generations can continue exploring the wild world around them. Learn more about Teva, a division of Deckers Brands, at teva.com or follow @Teva.
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The leader of a top international grain supplier gives "low odds" that the lower Snake River dams will ever be breached and predicts that "cooler heads" will continue to prevail.
"I think we hear about it a lot, I just think that lately cooler heads, smarter heads have been prevailing," Columbia Grain International president and CEO Jeff Van Pevenage told the Capital Press. "I think that will help hold it in place for some time."
As an indicator, Van Pevenage cited NOAA's recent decision to continue to list spring chinook salmon on the river as threatened instead of endangered in the agency's five-year review of the species.
Recovery plans for the species say that additional improvements in survival through the hydroelectric system are necessary. However, they do not explicitly call for breaching the four lower Snake River dams, nor do the five-year reviews analyze breaching the dams, according to NOAA.
"That helps our cause of saving the dams," Van Pevenage said.
A solution must balance the needs of all stakeholders to address the challenges that salmon face throughout their life cycle, Van Pevenage said. In a press release, he called dam breaching "a simplistic and extreme concept that does not fully address the problem."
He praised the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for researching and improving fish ladders and fish transportation downstream to boost survival rates.
But agricultural interests cannot become complacent, he said.
"We have to continue to voice ourselves, because you never know what can happen in today's crazy political world," he said. "We've got to stay on top of it, not just sit back and say, 'It's common sense that we need them, they'll never do it.'"
The majority of Columbia Grain's up-country white wheat and hard red winter wheat travels on the Snake River, Van Pevenage said. The company's export arm originates most of the grain barge traffic on the Snake River.
About 60% of the wheat exported from the Pacific Northwest moves on barges. That's between 80 million and 100 million bushels a year, he said.
Losing the dams would mean pushing all grain movement to rail and truck, he said.
"I can tell you, if you're relying strictly on rail, it's going to be a broken system," he said. "It's a big deal to us to continue to do what we can do to make sure we have a viable barge system through the Snake and Columbia rivers."
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More than half of all destinations remain at 'high' Covid risk, CDC says
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did not add any new destinations to its list of nations and territories with a "high" risk of COVID-19 on Monday.
However, locations at "high" risk -- designated as Level 3 -- still account for almost 130 of the roughly 235 places monitored by the CDC.
That's more than half of all places on the CDC site, and some of those destinations are among the most popular for tourists around the world.
Only one country, the sparsely populated desert nation of Namibia, dropped out of Level 3 to a lower risk rating this week.
Level 3 became the top rung in terms of risk level in April after the CDC overhauled its ratings system for assessing COVID-19 risk for travelers.
The designation applies to places that have had more than 100 cases per 100,000 residents in the past 28 days. Level 2 and Level 1 are considered "moderate" and "low" risk, respectively.
Relatively few places in the world are currently in Levels 2 or 1.
Level 4, previously the highest risk category, is now reserved only for special circumstances, such as extremely high case counts, emergence of a new variant of concern or health care infrastructure collapse. Under the new system, no destinations have been placed at Level 4 so far.
"Unknown" is for places from which the CDC didn't receive enough date to make an assessment.
More on Level 3
Much of Europe has been stubbornly lodged at Level 3 for months with the summer travel season now starting to wind down. The following popular European destinations were among those remaining at Level 3 as of Aug. 22:
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Ireland
• Italy
• The Netherlands
• Norway
• Portugal
• Spain
• United Kingdom
Those aren't the only high-profile spots that find themselves at Level 3. Numerous other destinations around the world are among those in the "high" risk category, including the following:
• Brazil
• Canada
• Costa Rica
• Malaysia
• Mexico
• South Korea
• Thailand
• Turkey
And Level 3 isn't limited to heavy hitters. Case in point: Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, a self-governing archipelagic territory of France situated off the southern coast of Newfoundland in Canada, and the French island department Réunion in the Indian Ocean, are also in this category.
The CDC advises that you get up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling to a Level 3 destination. Being "up to date" means you have had not only the full initial vaccinations but any boosters for which you're eligible.
Level 2
Destinations carrying the "Level 2: COVID-19 Moderate" designation reported 50 to 100 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents in the past 28 days.
The CDC added two destinations to Level 2 on Monday:
• Cuba
• Namibia
The move was bad news for Cuba, which had been at Level 1. Namibia dropped down from Level 3.
There are only 19 places listed at Level 2 this week. Some of the more-visited places in this category are India, Kenya and South Africa.
You can view the CDC's risk levels for any global destination on the agency's travel recommendations page.
In its broader travel guidance, the CDC recommends being up to date with your vaccines before traveling internationally.
Level 1
To be listed as "Level 1: COVID-19 Low," a destination must have had 49 or fewer new cases per 100,000 residents over the past 28 days. Only one new place was added to the category on Aug. 22: Saudi Arabia, which had been at Level 2.
Just 22 places were in the "low" risk category this week. A few of the more popular places with world travelers in the "low" risk category this week included Egypt and Tanzania.
Unknown
Finally, there are the destinations the CDC has deemed to be of "unknown" risk because of a lack of information. Usually, but not always, these are small, remote places or places with ongoing warfare or unrest.
One new destination was added this week: The small West African nation of Benin, which had been at Level 1.
The CDC advises against travel to these places precisely because the risks are unknown. Other destinations in this category that typically draw more tourist attention include Hungary, the Maldives and Vietnam.
There are almost 70 places listed as "unknown" this week, making up almost one-third of all the places monitored.
A medical expert weighs in on risk levels
Transmission rates are just "one guidepost" for travelers' personal risk calculations, according to CNN Medical Analyst Dr. Leana Wen.
We've moved into "a phase in the pandemic where people need to make their own decisions based on their medical circumstances as well as their risk tolerance when it comes to contracting COVID-19," said Wen, who is an emergency physician and professor of health policy and management at the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health.
There are other factors to weigh in addition to transmission rates, according to Wen.
"Another is what precautions are required and followed in the place that you're going and then the third is what are you planning to do once you're there," she said.
"Are you planning to visit a lot of attractions and go to indoor bars? That's very different from you're going somewhere where you're planning to lie on the beach all day and not interact with anyone else. That's very different. Those are very different levels of risk."
Vaccination is the most significant safety factor for travel, since unvaccinated travelers are more likely to become ill and transmit COVID-19 to others, Wen said.
And it's also important to consider what you would do if you end up testing positive away from home.
While U.S.-bound travelers no longer have to present a negative COVID-19 test to get home from international destinations, the CDC still advises testing before boarding flights back to the States and not traveling if you are sick.
"Of course, if people have symptoms or exposure while traveling, they need to get tested, and if they test positive, to follow CDC's isolation guidelines," Wen told CNN Travel recently.
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Tucson folks should be prepared for high temperatures. Temperatures are projected to be a quite steamy high of 94. Today has the makings of a perfect day to hit the pool or find a nice air-conditioned room. We'll see a low temperature of 74 degrees today. The Tucson area should see a light breeze, with winds only reaching 9 miles per hour, coming from Southeast. This report is created automatically with weather data provided by TownNews.com. Stay in the know. Visit tucson.com for local news and weather.
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Phanes Therapeutics, Inc. (Phanes), an emerging leader in innovative discovery research and clinical development in oncology, announced today that the first patient has been dosed in the phase 1 clinical study (NCT05431270) of PT199, an anti-CD73 monoclonal antibody (mAb) for the treatment of multiple advanced solid tumors.
PT199 is an anti-CD73 mAb with a differentiated mechanism of action and is designed to counter the adenosine-mediated immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment (TME). PT199 fully inhibits both soluble and membrane-bound CD73, unlike some other CD73 inhibitors which exhibit incomplete inhibition. Moreover, at higher concentrations, no loss of inhibition or "hook effect" is observed with PT199. Hence, PT199 addresses the limitations of current CD73 inhibitors and is expected to increase antitumor immune activation, and potentially offer a new treatment option for cancer patients.
"The CD73 pathway represents a very promising target for addressing the immunosuppressive TME and we are pleased to open this study and bring this potential best-in-class mAb to cancer patients who have few treatment options." said Dr. Ming Wang, Founder and CEO of Phanes Therapeutics.
The multi-center Phase I clinical trial of PT199 is evaluating the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and preliminary efficacy of PT199, alone and in combination with a PD-1 inhibitor, in patients with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have progressed after all available standard therapy or for which standard therapy has proven to be ineffective, intolerable, or is considered inappropriate. Enrollment in the trial is open to individuals aged 18 years and older who have measurable disease with at least 1 lesion amenable to response assessment per RECIST 1.1 criteria, adequate organ function, and an ECOG performance status of 0 to 1.
For more information on the study please visit ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT05431270).
Phanes Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotech company focused on innovative drug discovery in oncology. Based in San Diego, California, the company's management team members previously held senior managerial and R&D positions in leading global pharmaceutical and biotech companies with extensive experience in R&D and commercialization. The company's bispecific antibody platform is PACbody™, a proprietary approach for constructing native IgG-like bispecific antibodies, SPECpair™, which allows mAb-like manufacturability of bispecific antibodies with native IgG-like structures, and ATACCbody™, a proprietary technology for targeting solid tumors using immuno-oncology molecules with modulated activities and thus minimal risk of cytokine release syndrome.
For more information, please visit www.phanesthera.com.
For business development or media inquiries please contact bd@phanestx.com or media@phanestx.com, respectively.
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GOLETA, Calif., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Teva®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), announces the arrival of its latest collection for Fall 2022, inviting Teva fans to adventure further into the modern outdoors. With two new signature styles designed around comfort and durability, and updated fan-favorite core silhouettes, this season offers a range of versatile, weather-ready styles to take wearers from unpaved pathways to starry sky lounging. The Fall 2022 collection launches today with Teva's new ReEmber colors, with the remaining products dropping in the coming weeks and months.
A fresh offering of the fan-favorite ReEmber slip-ons are here. Beloved for its toasty warmth and earth-conscious materials, ReEmber reemerges in a new batch of fall hues, including Sauterne with a sunflower yellow color pop inspired by the Teva brand color, and Cashew, an earthen clay tone that mimics the colors of nature. Easily transitioning from couch to campsite and everywhere in between, this versatile slipper/sneaker is made to be your cold-weather go-to. (MSRP: $80)
Introducing ReEmber Terrain. Cozy enough for indoors. Rugged enough for outdoors. The ReEmber Terrain is your next-level lounge companion, showcasing the brand's all-new ULTRA-COMF technology, an ultra-comfy footbed designed for springy support and step-in comfort, and a grippy rubber outsole. Built for slip-on ease and created with a trusty loop that can hook to your backpack, the new ReEmber Terrain is perfect for post-adventure comfort. (MSRP: $90)
Teva ups its game with the more luxe version of its ReEmber, reimagined with plush materials. The ReEmber Plushed is an updated, cozier version of the camp shoe reintroduced in Fall 2021, and now serves as the premium option in the ReEmber franchise. Made with 100% Tencel faux shearling and 100% recycled polyester backer, this slip-on now has the ultimate plushness and comfort. The pinnacle of lazy day leisure, the ReEmber Plushed's rich suede upper has been coated with TevaRAPID RESIST treatment to repel water. This all-gender style is available in five colorways. (MSRP: $100)
Inspired by classic camp gear and coated with TevaRAPID RESIST treatment, the new ReEmber Vistaverse is geared for comfort and all-day wear. Delivering slip-on ease, this water-resistant shoe is ready for fall road trips and adventures. (MSRP: $100)
This season, Teva expands its hiking category with the introduction of a new modern hiking boot for fall, the Geotrecca. Light enough for the summer heat, yet sturdy enough for wetter weather, the Geotrecca delivers a smooth trek with plush comfort and exceptional stability, perfect for the modern outdoor enthusiast. With its lightweight construction and waterproof capabilities, thanks to a TevaRAPID PROOF bootie, the Geotrecca utilizes 95% recycled polyester textile upper, Leather Working Group's leathers and suedes, and 30% recycled EVA midsole. Its outsole is made of Teva's own spider rubber, which is made with 30% recycled content, creating the right amount of stickiness and traction. This earth-conscious and progressive hiker, available in eight colorways, combines style, technical features and versatility making it perfect for anywhere from street to trail. (MSRP: $150)
In addition to the introduction of the Geotrecca, Teva is excited to release its Grandview GTX Low, which is a low-pro take on the high-top Grandview GTA. This waterproof hiker for both men and women, features the same universal heel lock system to keep the wearer's foot in place while hiking but is re-engineered to accommodate a lower profile. Available in five colorways, the Grandview GTX Low combines waterproof leather and quick-dry mesh with a GORE-TEX waterproof bootie to keep your feet dry on the trail. (MSRP: $165)
To round out the hiking category this season, taking a trail-tested favorite to bold new heights, the Grandview GTX returns with retro, color-blocked styling, available in seven colorways. Tackling day hikes and weeklong excursions with the same rugged dependability, this all-terrain vehicle combines waterproof leather with a GORE-TEX waterproof bootie to seal out the elements and Vibram® Megagrip outsole for stability on uneven terrain. (MSRP: $175)
Just in time for the holidays, Teva is set to release two new seasonal styles, perfect for any holiday gathering with friends and family. First up, is the ReEmber Satinya, a luxurious spin on the original ReEmber silhouette. Featuring a premium finish suited for all festive activities, this slip-on sports a finish made with 100% recycled polyester satin, giving it a rich look and feel. The ReEmber Satinya is made with recycled content for both the midsole and outsole as well as TevaRAPID RESIST coating for weather-ready versatility. (MSRP: $85)
Elevating the classic Midform Universal silhouette, the Midform Universal Satinya is outfitted in ruched satin, delivering a polished new holiday sandal. Made with premium materials including luxe polyester satin, creating a soft and textural look, this style has a hook and loop strapping system making it easy to adjust. With a cushy EVA midsole and antimicrobial treatments to control odor, the Midform Universal Satinya is the perfect fit in every way. (MSRP: $70)
Teva celebrates the changing of the seasons with new colors of key open-toed and closed-toed styles to keep the adventures going all year long, wherever you explore. Updates across these silhouettes will drop throughout fall and winter 2022, and include key franchises: Originals, Hurricanes, Performance, and Flips. Each of these franchises, specifically the M/W Universal, W Flatform Universal, and W Hurricane XLT2 Ampsole, will see new webbings inspired by the elements of the desert that mimic the winds on sand dune ridges. Desert Multi and Mirage Multi color themes will be seen across various silhouettes including the M/W Original Universal, W Midform Universal, W Universal Slide, W Hurricane Drift, and M/W Hurricane XLT2.
New colorways include:
- Burlwood for W Anaya Bootie
- Dark Olive and Peppercorn for W Midform Boot
- Starfish for All-Gender Hurricane Verge
- Dusty Lavender for W Zymic
- Orion Blue for M Zymic
- Cyan Blue, Dusty Lavender, and Meadow Green for W Hurricane Drift
In 1984, Teva created the world's first sport sandal on the banks of the Grand Canyon. The brand outfits free-spirited adventure-seekers all over the world with versatile, modern outdoor footwear. In 2020, Teva committed to reducing the brand's environmental impact by ensuring 100% of its iconic straps are made with recycled plastic, so future generations can continue exploring the wild world around them. Learn more about Teva, a division of Deckers Brands, at teva.com or follow @Teva.
Media Contact: Teva@ledecompany.com
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SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Even with all of the fall vibes on the horizon, it won’t be long before some are imagining rows upon rows of evergreens standing tall in the North Pole, providing the scent of fresh pine.
For those who might want to get there early, there is a job opportunity at the North Pole that is available now. However, before heading to the attic in search of those reindeer antlers headbands and matching mittens it might be important to take note.
Frontier Grow Lab, located in the North Pole is currently hiring someone to help them with some trimming, not for Christmas, but for cannabis.
According to the job description, the full-time position pays $16 an hour and the harvest portion of the position includes helping the team cut down and weigh plants, remove excess fan leaves and prepare plants for curing and drying.
Once they are properly dried, plants must be “bucked down” which includes removing buds from stems and properly storing them. Once it is finished curing, you will be helping trim the bud by hand as well as sorting and processing the material.
The job also includes making pre-rolls in-house which involves helping the team with all the steps involved in this process including running the pre-roll machine, weighing, twisting & packing pre-rolls.
The age requirement is 21 years or older, and applicants must be able to acquire a marijuana permit holder as soon as possible. One of the reason’s the company says people should apply is to learn the ins and outs of processing cannabis.
According to the job posting, Frontier Grow Labs has been in the legal industry since 2016. The company also states, “We are a team that appreciates comradery, hard work, self motivation, and excellent communication. Frontier Grow Labs prioritizes quality product and proper handling processes above all else.”
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), marijuana — which can also be called cannabis, weed, pot, or dope — refers to the dried flowers, leaves, stems, and seeds of the cannabis plant. The cannabis plant contains more than 100 compounds. These compounds include tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is impairing or mind-altering, as well as other active compounds, such as cannabidiol (CBD). CBD is not impairing, meaning it does not cause a “high” according to the CDC.
The CDC says marijuana can make the heart beat faster and can make blood pressure higher immediately after use. It could also lead to an increased risk of stroke, heart disease, and other vascular diseases.
According to Harvard Health Publishing, the most common use for medical marijuana in the United States is for pain control. While some suggest that marijuana isn’t strong enough for severe pain (for example, post-surgical pain or a broken bone), some say it is quite effective for the chronic pain that plagues millions of Americans, especially as they age. | https://www.wric.com/news/weird-news/north-pole-now-hiring-a-trimmer-not-for-christmas-for-cannabis/ | 2022-08-23T11:59:48Z | https://www.wric.com/news/weird-news/north-pole-now-hiring-a-trimmer-not-for-christmas-for-cannabis/ | true |
BEIJING, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jianpu Technology Inc. ("Jianpu," or the "Company") (NYSE: JT), a leading independent open platform for the discovery and recommendation of financial products in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Second Quarter 2022 Operational and Financial Highlights:
- The credit card volume and number of domestic loan applications for recommendation services respectively increased by 33.3% to approximately 1.2 million and 43.3% to approximately 4.3 million in the second quarter of 2022 compared with the same period of 2021. As a result, total revenues from recommendation services for the second quarter of 2022 increased by 37.8% to RMB204.7 million (US$30.6 million) from RMB148.6 million in the same period of 2021.
- Revenues from big data and system-based risk management services decreased by 37.0% to RMB22.8 million (US$3.4 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB36.2 million in the same period of 2021. The decrease was mainly attributable to the impact of COVID-19 on our cooperation with customers, as well as our product adjustments.
- Revenues from advertising and marketing services and other services increased by 187.0% to RMB37.6 million (US$5.6 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB13.1 million in the same period of 2021. The increase was mainly attributable to the growth of insurance brokerage services and initiatives of other new businesses.
- Loss from operations was RMB35.9 million (US$5.4 million) in the second quarter of 2022, compared with RMB69.5 million in the same period of 2021. Operating loss margin was 13.5% in the second quarter of 2022, compared with 35.1% in the same period of 2021. The improvement of loss from operations was mainly attributable to an increase in revenues and a decrease in operating expenses resulting from efficiency improvement and cost optimization.
- Net loss was RMB35.9 million (US$5.4 million) in the second quarter of 2022, compared with RMB44.5 million in the same period of 2021. Net loss margin was 13.5% in the second quarter of 2022, compared with 22.5% in the same period of 2021.
- Non-GAAP adjusted net loss[1] was RMB32.2 million (US$4.8 million) in the second quarter of 2022, compared with Non-GAAP adjusted net loss[1] of RMB40.6 million in the same period of 2021. Non-GAAP adjusted net loss margin[1] was 12.1% in the second quarter of 2022, compared with 20.5% in the same period of 2021.
First Half Year 2022 Operational and Financial Highlights:
- The credit card volume and number of domestic loan applications for recommendation services respectively increased by 31.3% to approximately 2.1 million and 57.7% to approximately 8.2 million in the first half year of 2022 compared with the same period of 2021. As a result, total revenues from recommendation services for the first half year of 2022 increased by 36.8% to RMB348.8 million (US$52.1 million) from RMB254.9 million in the same period of 2021.
- Revenues from big data and system-based risk management services decreased by 31.9% to RMB43.0 million (US$6.4 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB63.1 million in the same period of 2021. The decrease was mainly attributable to the impact of COVID-19 on our cooperation with customers, as well as our product adjustments.
- Revenues from advertising and marketing services and other services increased by 216.9% to RMB80.8 million (US$12.1 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB25.5 million in the same period of 2021. The increase was mainly attributable to the growth of insurance brokerage services and initiatives of other new businesses.
- Loss from operations was RMB90.5 million (US$13.5 million) in the first half year of 2022, compared with RMB136.7 million in the same period of 2021. Operating loss margin was 19.1% in the first half year of 2022, compared with 39.8% in the same period of 2021. The improvement of loss from operations was mainly attributable to an increase in revenues and a decrease in operating expenses resulting from efficiency improvement and cost optimization.
- Net loss was RMB89.0 million (US$13.3 million) in the first half year of 2022, compared with RMB95.8 million in the same period of 2021. Net loss margin was 18.8% in the first half year of 2022, compared with 27.9% in the same period of 2021.
- Non-GAAP adjusted net loss[1] was RMB82.9 million (US$12.4 million) in the first half year of 2022, compared with Non-GAAP adjusted net loss[1] of RMB90.0 million in the same period of 2021. Non-GAAP adjusted net loss margin[1] was 17.5% in the first half year of 2022, compared with 26.2% in the same period of 2021.
Mr. David Ye, Co-founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Jianpu, commented, "In the second quarter, we saw a further recovery in total revenues at a healthy growth rate of 33.9% year-over-year despite a more challenging macro environment triggered by the rolling COVID-19 lockdowns across the country. The solid results were primarily driven by our diversification strategy, strong omnichannel marketing capabilities, continued operating efficiency improvements, and disciplined cost optimization. Our diversification strategy enhanced our business resilience and our omnichannel marketing capabilities continued to lead the market, enabling the digital transformation of the financial industry and other industries. With our solid business expansion and operational efficiency improvement, our overall ROI[2] continued to improve by 8 percentage points in the first half of 2022, compared with the second half of 2021. Also, as we continued to fine-tune our cost structure and better utilize the company's resources to enhance overall productivity, our operating loss for the second quarter of 2022 further reduced significantly by 48.4% year-over-year."
"Our second-quarter results highlight our relentless efforts in growing our scale and improving efficiency. Our revenues from recommendation services increased by 37.8% year-over-year, and revenues from advertising, marketing services and other services were up 187.0% year-over-year. With the continued optimization of our cost structure and improvement in productivity, our net loss reduced by 19.3% year-over-year to RMB35.9 million in the second quarter. Our net loss margin improved by 9 percentage points compared with the same period in 2021. We will continue to implement our cost optimization measures and strive for a balance between growth and efficiency," said Oscar Chen, Chief Financial Officer of Jianpu.
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Total revenues for the second quarter of 2022 increased by 33.9% to RMB265.1 million (US$39.6 million) from RMB198.0 million in the same period of 2021.
Total revenues from recommendation services increased by 37.8% to RMB204.7 million (US$30.6 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB148.6 million in the same period of 2021.
Revenues from recommendation services for credit cards increased by 36.0% to RMB138.2 million (US$20.6 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB101.6 million in the same period of 2021. Credit card volume in the second quarter of 2022 increased by 33.3% to approximately 1.2 million from 0.9 million in the same period of 2021. The average fee per credit card were RMB113.4 (US$16.9) and RMB112.9 in the second quarter of 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Revenues from recommendation services for loans increased by 41.5% to RMB66.5 million (US$9.9 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB47.0 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to an increase in the number of loan applications on the Company's platform. The number of domestic loan applications on the Company's platform was approximately 4.3 million in the second quarter of 2022, representing a 43.3% increase from that in the same period of 2021. The average fee per domestic loan application increased to RMB15.4 (US$2.3) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB14.1 in the same period of 2021, which stemmed from a more optimized product revenue mixture.
Revenues from big data and system-based risk management services decreased by 37.0% to RMB22.8 million (US$3.4 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB36.2 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to the impact of COVID-19 on our cooperation with customers, as well as our product adjustments.
Revenues from advertising and marketing services and other services increased by 187.0% to RMB37.6 million (US$5.6 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB13.1 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to the growth of the Company's insurance brokerage services and initiatives of other new businesses.
Cost of promotion and acquisition[3] increased by 41.4% to RMB191.8 million (US$28.6 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB135.6 million in the same period of 2021. The increase was primarily due to the growth of the Company's revenues from recommendation services and insurance brokerage services and initiatives of other new businesses.
Cost of operation decreased by 21.5% to RMB20.4 million (US$3.1 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB26.0 million in the same period of 2021. The decrease was primarily attributable to decreases in software development and maintenance costs, data acquisition costs related to the big data and system-based risk management services and depreciation expenses.
Sales and marketing expenses decreased by 11.7% to RMB33.2 million (US$5.0 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB37.6 million in the same period of 2021. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease in payroll expenses, partially offset by an increase in call center outsourcing expenses.
Research and development expenses decreased by 11.5% to RMB29.3 million (US$4.4 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB33.1 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to a decrease in payroll expenses resulting from the Company's continued efforts in cost optimization.
General and administrative expenses decreased by 25.3% to RMB26.3 million (US$3.9 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB35.2 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to decreases in professional fees and share-based compensation expenses.
Loss from operations was RMB35.9 million (US$5.4 million) in the second quarter of 2022, compared with RMB69.5 million in the same period of 2021. Operating loss margin was 13.5% in the second quarter of 2022, compared with 35.1% in the same period of 2021. The decrease in operating loss was mainly attributable to an increase in revenues and a decrease in operating expenses resulting from efficiency improvement and cost optimization.
Others, net decreased by 94.5% to RMB1.4 million (US$0.2 million) in the second quarter of 2022 from RMB25.6 million in the same period of 2021. The Company recognized an impairment loss of RMB7.8 million on equity investments and an investment gain of RMB6.1 million resulting from the deconsolidation of one of its subsidiaries[4] in the second quarter of 2022; while the Company recognized a realized investment gain of RMB25.4 million from the investment in Conflux Global, a decentralized applications block-chain solution provider, in the second quarter of 2021.
Net loss was RMB35.9 million (US$5.4 million) in the second quarter of 2022 compared with RMB44.5 million in the same period of 2021. Net loss margin was 13.5% in the second quarter of 2022, compared with 22.5% in the same period of 2021.
Non-GAAP adjusted net loss[1], which excluded share-based compensation expenses, investment impairment loss and investment gain of deconsolidation of subsidiaries, was RMB32.2 million (US$4.8 million) in the second quarter of 2022, compared with RMB40.6 million in the same period of 2021. Non-GAAP adjusted net loss margin[1] was 12.1% in the second quarter of 2022 compared with 20.5% in the same period of 2021.
Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA[5], which excluded share-based compensation expenses, investment impairment loss, investment gain of deconsolidation of subsidiaries, depreciation and amortization, interest income and expenses, and income tax benefits from net loss, for the second quarter of 2022 was a loss of RMB29.4 million (US$4.4 million), compared with a loss of RMB36.6 million in the same period of 2021.
As of June 30, 2022, the Company had cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and time deposits of RMB673.2 million (US$100.5 million), and working capital of approximately RMB377.4 million (US$56.3 million). Compared to those as of December 31, 2021, cash and cash equivalents, time deposits, restricted cash and time deposits and short-term investment decreased by RMB89.6 million, which was primarily attributable to net cash outflow due to the deconsolidation of one of the Company's subsidiaries[4] and net cash used in operating activities, partially offset by net cash inflow from financing activities.
First Half Year 2022 Financial Results
Total revenues for the first half year of 2022 increased by 37.6% to RMB472.6 million (US$70.6 million) from RMB343.5 million in the same period of 2021.
Total revenues from recommendation services increased by 36.8% to RMB348.8 million (US$52.1 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB254.9 million in the same period of 2021.
Revenues from recommendation services for credit cards increased by 31.1% to RMB235.8 million (US$35.2 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB179.8 million in the same period of 2021. Credit card volume in the first half year of 2022 increased by 31.3% to approximately 2.1 million from 1.6 million in the same period of 2021. The average fee per credit card were RMB111.3 (US$16.6) and RMB109.6 in the first half year of 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Revenues from recommendation services for loans increased by 50.6% to RMB113.1 million (US$16.9 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB75.1 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to an increase in the number of loan applications on our platform. The number of domestic loan applications on the Company's platform was approximately 8.2 million in the first half year of 2022, representing a 57.7% increase from that in the same period of 2021. The average fee per domestic loan application increased to RMB13.6 (US$2.0) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB13.0 in the same period of 2021.
Revenues from big data and system-based risk management services decreased by 31.9% to RMB43.0 million (US$6.4 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB63.1 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to the impact of COVID-19 on our cooperation with customers, as well as our product adjustments.
Revenues from advertising and marketing services and other services increased by 216.9% to RMB80.8 million (US$12.1 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB25.5 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to the growth of the Company's insurance brokerage services and initiatives of other new businesses.
Cost of promotion and acquisition[3] increased by 50.2% to RMB341.3 million (US$51.0 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB227.2 million in the same period of 2021. The increase was in line with the growth of the Company's revenues from recommendation services and insurance brokerage services and initiatives of other new businesses.
Cost of operation decreased by 9.5 % to RMB38.9 million (US$5.8 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB43.0 million in the same period of 2021. The decrease was primarily attributable to decreases in software development and maintenance costs, data acquisition costs related to the big data and system-based risk management services and depreciation expenses.
Sales and marketing expenses decreased by 10.2% to RMB67.0 million (US$10.0 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB74.6 million in the same period of 2021. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease in payroll expenses, partially offset by an increase in call center outsourcing expenses.
Research and development expenses decreased by 15.7% to RMB59.1 million (US$8.8 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB70.1 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to a decrease in payroll expenses resulting from our continued efforts in cost optimization.
General and administrative expenses decreased by 13.0% to RMB56.8 million (US$8.5 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB65.3 million in the same period of 2021, primarily due to decreases in professional fees and share-based compensation expenses, partially offset by an increase in credit loss.
Loss from operations was RMB90.5 million (US$13.5 million) in the first half year of 2022, compared with RMB136.7 million in the same period of 2021. Operating loss margin was 19.1% in the first half year of 2022, compared with 39.8% in the same period of 2021. The decrease in operating loss was mainly attributable to an increase in revenues and a decrease in operating expenses resulting from efficiency improvement and cost optimization.
Others, net decreased by 90.1% to RMB4.2 million (US$0.6 million) in the first half year of 2022 from RMB42.3 million in the same period of 2021. The Company recognized an impairment loss of RMB7.8 million on equity investments and an investment gain of RMB6.1 million resulting from the deconsolidation of one of its subsidiaries[4] in the first half year of 2022; while the Company recognized a realized investment gain of RMB40.1 million from the investment in Conflux Global, a decentralized applications block-chain solution provider, in the first half year of 2021.
Net loss was RMB89.0 million (US$13.3 million) in the first half year of 2022 compared with RMB95.8 million in the same period of 2021. Net loss margin was 18.8% in the first half year of 2022 compared with 27.9% in the same period of 2021.
Non-GAAP adjusted net loss[1], which excluded share-based compensation expenses, investment impairment loss and investment gain of deconsolidation of subsidiaries, was RMB82.9 million (US$12.4 million) in the first half year of 2022, compared with RMB90.0 million in the same period of 2021. Non-GAAP adjusted net loss margin[1] was 17.5% in the first half year of 2022 compared with 26.2% in the same period of 2021.
Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA[5], which excluded share-based compensation expenses, investment impairment loss, investment gain of deconsolidation of subsidiaries, depreciation and amortization, interest income and expenses, and income tax benefits from net loss, for the first half year of 2022 was a loss of RMB77.5 million (US$11.6 million), compared with a loss of RMB81.7 million in the same period of 2021.
Conference Call
The Company's management will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time on August 23, 2022 (8:00 PM Beijing/Hong Kong Time on August 23, 2022).
Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:
Participants should dial-in at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start time and ask to be connected to the call for "Jianpu Technology Inc."
Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.jianpu.ai.
A replay of the conference call will be accessible approximately one hour after the conclusion of the live call until August 30, 2022, by dialing the following telephone numbers:
About Jianpu Technology Inc.
Jianpu Technology Inc. is a leading independent open platform for the discovery and recommendation of financial products in China. The Company connects users with financial service providers in a convenient, efficient, and secure way. By leveraging its proprietary technology, Jianpu provides users with customized search results and recommendations tailored to each user's particular financial needs and profile. The Company also enables financial service providers with sales and marketing solutions to reach and serve their target customers more effectively through integrated channels and enhance their competitiveness by providing them with tailored data, risk management services and solutions. The Company is committed to maintaining an independent open platform, which allows it to serve the needs of users and financial service providers impartially. For more information, please visit http://ir.jianpu.ai.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
The Company uses adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net (loss)/income, each a Non-GAAP financial measure, in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes.
The Company believes that adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net (loss)/income help identify underlying trends in its business that could otherwise be distorted by the effect of the expenses and gains that the Company include in (loss)/income from operations and net (loss)/income. The Company believes that adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net (loss)/income provide useful information about its operating results, enhance the overall understanding of its past performance and future prospects and allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by its management in its financial and operational decision-making.
Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net (loss)/income should not be considered in isolation or construed as alternatives to net (loss)/income or any other measure of performance or as indicators of the Company's operating performance. Investors are encouraged to review the historical Non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures. Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net (loss)/income presented here may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. Other companies may calculate similarly titled measures differently, limiting their usefulness as comparative measures to the Company's data. The Company encourages investors and others to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.
Adjusted EBITDA represents EBITDA before share-based compensation expenses, investment impairment loss and investment gain of deconsolidation of subsidiaries. EBITDA represents net (loss)/income before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization.
Adjusted net (loss)/income represents net (loss)/income before share-based compensation expenses, investment impairment loss and investment gain of deconsolidation of subsidiaries.
For more information on this Non-GAAP financial measure, please see the table captioned "Unaudited Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP results" set forth at the end of this press release.
Safe Harbor Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "confident" and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company's goals and strategies; the Company's future business development, financial condition and results of operations; the Company's expectations regarding demand for, and market acceptance of, its solutions and services; the Company's expectations regarding keeping and strengthening its relationships with users, financial service providers and other parties it collaborates with; trends, competition and regulatory policies relating to the industries the Company operates in; general economic and business conditions globally and in China; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A modified tuberculosis vaccine developed at Texas Biomedical Research Institute could help treat a form of bladder cancer, called non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, without strong side effects. Results in mouse models and human cells show promising results and pave the way for human clinical trials. The research, conducted with UT Health San Antonio, was published in the journal Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy.
"I'm hopeful that with grant or industry support, we can move this right along to clinical trials and explore this treatment for patients who don't have options other than bladder removal," says Robert S. Svatek, MD, a urologic oncologist at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio and co-senior paper author.
Each year in the United States, about 61,700 men and 19,480 women get bladder cancer, and about 17,100 deaths due to the disease occur, according to the American Cancer Society. It is the fourth most common type of cancer in men. About 75% of bladder cancer cases are classified as non-muscle invasive, which means the cancer affects the tissue lining the inner surface of the bladder, but not the bladder muscle.
The Mycobacterium bovis bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine was developed for tuberculosis (TB) in the 1920s, and has also been used to treat non-muscle invasive bladder cancer since the late 1970s by stimulating an immune response at the cancer site. It was one of the first cancer immunotherapies and is more effective than chemotherapy for this type of cancer – but up to 84% of patients cannot tolerate the strong side effects and don't complete the three years of BCG treatment. The last option is to remove the bladder, which leads to reduced quality of life.
"Imagine that there's this great drug that works really well, but you're not able to tolerate it," Dr. Svatek says.
Texas Biomed Professor Jordi B. Torrelles, PhD, specializes in TB, and has been working on a modified BCG vaccine for the past six years to improve TB treatment in the lungs. Specifically, Dr. Torrelles and his team remove certain lipids from the cell envelopes of the bacteria in the BCG vaccine. This "delipidated" vaccine still triggers the body to produce well-regulated immune responses, but reduces overzealous inflammation that causes severe tissue damage.
"It is more targeted and allows for a longer, slower response, which makes it more effective," Dr. Torrelles says.
Thanks to a San Antonio Medical Foundation grant, Dr. Torrelles was able to team up with Dr. Svatek and Hong Dixon, PhD, a research scientist specializing in drug development at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), to test the modified vaccine for bladder cancer.
Dr. Torrelles and his lab made two versions of the delipidated vaccine based on different TB bacteria strains: sub-strain TICE developed in the U.S., and sub-strain Tokyo developed in Japan.
Dr. Svatek's lab conducted the tests in a mouse model of bladder cancer and in cells collected from human cancer patients. Both versions were equally effective compared with the original vaccine at killing cancer, but the modified Tokyo version caused less inflammation and fewer side effects than the TICE version.
"We were not expecting such a clear difference between the strains," says Dr. Torrelles, who has patented the modified vaccine for bladder cancer.
Now, the collaborators plan to seek funding for a phase 1 clinical trial in human patients. "Since this is based on an already FDA-approved treatment, we are hopeful it can proceed in a timely way," Dr. Torrelles says.
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Unified Compliance (UC), the industry leader assisting businesses with Governance, Risk, and Compliance processes and auditing, has received a strategic growth investment from Allomer Capital.
While compliance is a top priority for every organization, companies are challenged to manage risk and ensure compliance with all relevant rules, regulations, policies, and other requirements across numerous sets of regulations and policies, multiple organizations, and different systems and platforms. Failure or inability to demonstrate success can lead to massive fines and, in some cases, project halts and even business shutdowns.
"We weren't looking for any investor - we were looking for the right strategic investor, and we found that in Allomer Capital. They provide the strategic partnership and shared vision necessary to help us grow our API Gateway business," says UC CEO Dorian Cougias.
Unified Compliance and Allomer Capital have combined forces to create a comprehensive, easy-to-use framework for regulatory automation. The Common Controls framework is a comprehensive set of policies, standards, procedures, and controls that provides an all-inclusive solution for compliance management. In addition, with the upcoming launch of their new API Gateway, set to release later this year, they continue to ease the burden of risk and compliance professionals. The UC team's new API gateway and other Compliance as Code resources can be found at https://complianceascode.net.
"Due to the UCF's critical role in the GRC world, we are investing to strengthen their core team with additional industry experience and exceptional talent to continue to position the company for rapid growth as their API gateway and additional tools are released," said Steve Chang, Managing Partner of Allomer Capital Group.
About Allomer Capital Group
Allomer Capital Group is a private investment firm that invests flexible, long-term capital in partnership with leading industry executives to help companies accelerate growth and maximize potential. Allomer Capital is a partnership between Mr. Steve Chang and Moore Strategic Ventures, LLC, the privately held investment company for Louis M. Bacon, Founder and CEO of Moore Capital Management, LP. Allomer's founder, Steve Chang, has led investments totaling over $1.2 billion of capital across more than 25 companies in sectors such as technology, technology-enabled services, healthcare and media.
About Unified Compliance
Unified Compliance (UC) provides the world's most vetted compliance framework and supporting APIs to the Global 2000. Their Unified Compliance Framework® (UCF®) is the world's most extensive library of over 1000 interdependent regulatory compliance documents and the world's only commercially accessible Unified Compliance Framework (UCF). AWS, Verizon, Google, JPMorgan, NASA, US Treasury, and hundreds of other organizations across industries rely on UC's multi-patented processes and application programming interface (API). The UCF incorporates artificial and augmented intelligence to simplify, strengthen, and support compliance processes, ensuring greater ease of attestation and compliance success. Unified Compliance's logical, scientific approach to compliance simplifies the process. It helps compliance professionals gather the evidence they need to prove compliance in the most cost-efficient method available on the market. Detailed information is at https://www.unifiedcompliance.com.
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Fascinating new photo book unearths America's lost movie theaters, grandiose buildings abandoned or repurposed into bus depots, gun stores and gymnasiums
- Movie Theaters, published by Prestel, exhibits the work of photographers Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre
- The pair have been photographing movie theaters since 2005, with 200 of their pictures featured in the tome
- These buildings were inspired by the 'eclectic decors' of the 'great European opera houses and theaters'
They are in every American city and town - grandiose movie palaces, constructed during the heyday of the entertainment industry, that now stand abandoned, empty, decaying, or repurposed.
Photographers Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre have long been fascinated with these early 20th-century relics. From 2005 they criss-crossed America to capture them on camera, eventually collating their shots into a fascinating new book titled Movie Theaters, published by Prestel.
The publisher says: 'In hundreds of lushly coloured images, they have captured the rich architectural diversity of the theaters’ exteriors, from neo-Renaissance to neo-Gothic, art nouveau to Bauhaus, and neo-Byzantine to Jugendstil. They have also stepped inside to capture the commonalities of a dying culture - crumbling plaster, rows of broken crushed-velvet seats, peeling paint, defunct equipment and abandoned concession stands.'
Highlights among the spellbinding images include a shot of a grand theater-turned-gymnasium in Brooklyn, a 1920s theater in New Jersey that ended up as a bus depot and a former theater in Texas that's now a gun store. There's also a poignant shot of a dilapidated first-run movie theater in California that used to host stars such as Shirley Temple and Marilyn Monroe.
In the book's introduction, Marchand and Meffre write about how movie theater interiors were designed by the major studios at the time to 'charm the millions of spectators and create the psychological conditions of dream and travel'. They note that these buildings were inspired by the 'seductive, eclectic decors' of the 'great European opera houses and theaters'.
The duo also highlight what lengths they went to to get the photos, with 'one long exposure after another' and 'often equipped with a halogen spot connected to a car battery to produce the lighting'. They also note that they had to gain permission before accessing the buildings. Scroll down to see MailOnline Travel's pick of the tome's pictures...
BROOKLYN PARAMOUNT THEATER, BROOKLYN, NEW YORK: This image, captured in 2008, shows a former movie theater that was converted by Long Island University for use as a gymnasium. The original building, designed by architects Rapp and Rapp, opened in 1928 as a 4,201-seat venue for the entertainment company Paramount Inc. Touching on its history, the authors say: ‘It hosted performers such as Buddy Rogers, Eddie Cantor, George Jessel, Mae West, Rudy Vallee, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Liberace, and Frank Sinatra, facing stiff competition from the numerous surrounding theaters. It closed in the early 1930s and reopened to show only movies. In the 1950s, it hosted concerts showcasing artists such as Fats Domino, Little Richard, and Jerry Lee Lewis. It finally closed in 1962 with a sparse audience of only 300 for the last screening.’ Describing stepping foot into the theater-turned-gymnasium, the authors say that they were greeted by a 'glossy basketball court in a monumental neo-Baroque' setting. The building is awaiting restoration as a performing arts venue, the book adds
STATE THEATER, WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY: The photographers say that this now defunct movie theater opened in the 1920s and once held 981 seats. 'It closed probably in the 1960s and was later converted into a bus depot for a transportation and bus company. It was gutted in 2013,' they write. The above image was taken before it was gutted, in 2009
MESEROLE THEATER, BROOKLYN, NEW YORK: The picture above of the [now-demolished] Meserole Theater was taken in 2016 when it operated as a Rite Aid drugstore. Designed by Italian American architect Eugene De Rosa who designed over 40 theaters in New York, the 1,978-seat venue opened in 1921, the authors reveal. Detailing the venue's history, they write: 'It showed first-run movies and was successively operated by the Small & Strausburg circuit, Fox, Randforce, and finally by United Artists, before closing in 1978. It was then home to a roller-skating rink, the Greenpoint Roller Palace, until 1986, which was succeeded by the discount stores Liquidators Arena and Odd Lot, the drugstore chains Genovese, Eckard Drugs, and, from the mid-1990s, Rite Aid, which vacated the building in 2020'
ROBINS THEATER, WARREN, OHIO: This photo, taken in 2015, shows the projection booth inside the disused 1,500-seat Robins Theater. The venue opened in 1923, the photographers reveal, and it was designed by architects I J Goldston and Detroit-based C Howard Crane, who 'designed some one hundred theaters during his career'. They continue: 'It was operated by The Robins Theatre Enterprises Co., a local company founded by Daniel Robins, who was an early partner of Albert Warner of Warner Bros. It closed in 1974 and was vacant until 2018, when it was renovated and reopened as a multipurpose venue in 2020'
RKO KEITH'S FLUSHING THEATER, QUEENS, NEW YORK: This photograph of the former 2,974-seat movie theater was taken in 2007, but the building has since been demolished. The building opened in 1928 and was named after the Radio-Keith-Orpheum Corporation, a film production and distribution company, the book reveals. Shedding light on its fascinating history, the authors say: ‘It hosted artists such as Bob Hope, Jack Benny, the Marx Brothers, Judy Garland, Mae West, Milton Berle, Jimmy Durante, and Jerry Lewis. In 1976, it was divided into three screens. In 1982, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and in 1984 the ticket lobby and grand foyer were designated by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. From 2004, the theater changed ownership many times until it was sold in 2016 to a Chinese developer.’ Detailing its demolition, they continue: ‘In 2019, the auditorium was demolished to make way for a condominium tower. The plasterwork of the lobby had been previously cut and stored in a warehouse and is supposed to be reinstalled in the new building’
FOX THEATER, INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA: This movie theater (pictured in 2008) opened as a 1,008-seat cinema in 1949 for Fox West Coast Theatres, a cinema chain started by Fox Film Corporation founder William Fox, the book reveals. Discussing its design, the book reveals: 'The theater was built on request of Lee Charles Skouras, president of Fox West Coast Theatres, in a style often referred to as the Skouras style, with typical neo-Baroque decor instead of the more modernist streamlined look typical of the late 1940s.' It says that ‘prefabricated elements such as mouldings and low-cost aluminium sheeting were used to create ornamentation in a mass-produced way at Fox’s assembly plant, thus allowing greater economies of scale’. The authors continue: ‘It was equipped with assistance for the hearing impaired, automatic opening lobby doors, and a soundproof “crying room” for mothers with small children. It was a first-run movie theater and served as a main site for Hollywood premieres during the 1950s, hosting stars such as Shirley Temple, Marilyn Monroe, and the Three Stooges. It eventually switched to exploitation and Spanish-language films until it closed in 1988. In 2012, the building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is currently vacant'
LONG'S THEATRE, PASADENA, TEXAS: This building, now operating as a gun store, was opened as a movie theater in 1946 as part of the 'urban development of south Texas in connection with the booming petroleum industry'. The authors add that in the 1960s, the construction of an elevated highway 'accelerated the decline of the downtown commercial district [and] the theater closed in 1962'. The authors reveal: 'The auditorium was gutted and converted into a shooting range, while the lobby is used as a reception desk.' The above image was captured in 2017
METROPOLITAN OPERA HOUSE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: This 3,482-seat theater (photographed in 2012) opened in 1908 as the Philadelphia Opera House, the book reveals, having been built for opera impresario Oscar Hammerstein. It was renamed the Met in 1910 when it was sold to the Metropolitan Opera of New York City and in the following decades had a variety of purposes, the photographers reveal, including hosting basketball and wrestling matches - and balls. In 1954 it became a church and sometimes hosted the Philadelphia Orchestra for recordings. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972 but by the late 1990s was abandoned, which suited film director Terry Gilliam, who shot a scene in the decaying auditorium for his movie 12 Monkeys, we learn. Today it's a live music venue, having been reborn thanks to a $45-million [£37million] renovation.
PARAMOUNT THEATER, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY: This movie theater (shown in 2011) opened in 1886 as H C Miner’s Newark Theatre for theater impresario Henry Clay Miner, the book reveals. In 1916 it was bought by theater owner Edward Spiegel and transformed by Scottish-born American architect Thomas W Lamb into a movie theater with a capacity of 1,996 seats. Of Lamb’s work, the authors say: ‘During the 1910s and 1920s, he became one of the leading architects of the fast-growing movie theater industry and especially those that were large and opulently decorated, known as movie palaces. He planned or redesigned more than 170 theaters throughout his career, in the United States, Canada, but also India.’ Expanding on the history of the Paramount Theater, the book says: ‘In 1932, it was taken over by the Paramount-Publix chain, renamed after it, and started showing movies. It closed in 1986 after insurance rates increased 500 per cent, which also caused the closure of the nearby Adams Theatre.’ The book adds: ‘The lobby has been used for retail while the auditorium has been vacant. During the winter of 2020 to 2021, the auditorium roof collapsed from the weight of the snow’
SPOONER THEATER, BRONX, NEW YORK: Insulation cladding and pipes cover the auditorium of the Spooner Theater in this 2009 photograph. The book explains that the building 'originally opened as the Spooner Theatre in 1910 for actress and feminist Cecil Spooner, who led the Spooner Stock Company'. It continues: 'She was notably arrested once for staging what was characterized as a “vice” play. In 1913, it was taken over by Loew’s Theatre Company and renamed Loew’s Spooner Theatre, extending its capacity [to 1,807 seats]. It operated as a second-run movie house until it closed in the late 1960s, early 1970s.' Touching on its more recent history, the authors add: 'It has been subsequently reused as a furniture store and various retail stores. The auditorium was gutted in the mid-2010s'
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RGA's former APAC chief, Tuomas Peltoniemi, has joined Accenture Song to serve as its new Southeast Asia Go-to-market and Client Services lead.
According to an Accenture spokesperson, Peltoniemi will be responsible for shaping Accenture Song's growth strategy in Southeast Asia, "helping clients define their innovative and transformation initiatives and embrace new growth frontiers to deliver long-term business value and outcomes."
Peltoniemi left RGA in June, culminating in a series of management changes. He had joined RGA as managing director in November 2018 from TBWA, where he has served as president of Digital Arts Network Asia.
Announced on a LinkedIn post, Peltoniemi said he was excited to be taking on a new challenge with Southeast Asia MD Thomas Mouritzen, and referenced the many acquisitions Accenture has made in the past decade to grow their business.
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- Simulates a complete operation and service touchpoints using helicopters to understand how Chicago Metropolitan area commuters will experience a quiet and sustainable Urban Air Mobility ("UAM") journey
- Flight testing begins in mid-September with morning and afternoon flights on weekdays, with seats available for those who want to experience the future of commuting by Electric Vertical Aircraft ("EVA" or "eVTOL")
MELBOURNE, Fla., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eve Holding, Inc. ("Eve") (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) will conduct its first North American UAM simulation using helicopters powered by Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLDE, or "Blade"), as a substitute for an eVTOL. The company aims to study operations, ground services, passenger journeys and eVTOL operator needs, creating more accessible and faster connections to Downtown Chicago. Eve will conduct its Chicago, Ill., UAM simulation over three weeks, starting with ground tests on September 12th and passenger flights on the 14th. Following the simulation, the city of Chicago will gain knowledge about the infrastructure and ecosystem needed to enable the launch and expected long-term growth of UAM in the area.
"Simulating the eVTOL operation in Chicago allows us to study how people will experience this service and understand the entire ecosystem requirements for our product and services, while showcasing the benefit of Urban Air Mobility in one of North America's most prominent and populated cities," said André Stein, co-CEO of Eve. "We are wrapping up preparations to execute these simulations seamlessly and look forward to helping prepare Chicago for a local zero-emission UAM solution that is quiet, efficient, and sustainable."
Eve will perform the ground tests at Vertiport Chicago, an existing downtown heliport facility, simulating services, infrastructure, and equipment requirements for the eVTOL. In the UAM infrastructure, a vertiport is an area of land or a structure used for the landing, take-off, charging and operation of eVTOL vehicles.
"For Eve, it is essential to understand and address through these projects involving partners and the community the key challenges associated with the main pillars of the UAM ecosystem. Our proposal brings together all stakeholders and counts on different views and feedback to structure and deliver the best solutions," said Luiz Mauad, Vice President of Services and Fleet Operations at Eve.
For this simulation, Eve has formed a consortium of partners, including Blade, Republic Airways, Halo Aviation, Vertiport Chicago, Village of Tinley Park, Village of Schaumburg, ACCIONA, SkyWest, Inc. and Speedbird Aero. A helicopter replicating Eve's future eVTOL will transport passengers from the Vertiport Chicago facility to two helistops located northwest and southwest of Chicago. The first route will connect Vertiport Chicago to Schaumburg Municipal Helistop, and the second route will connect Vertiport Chicago to Tinley Park Helistop in Illinois. Flights are available through Blade's app and website (www.blade.com).
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Eve is dedicated to accelerating the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem. Benefitting from a start-up mindset, backed by Embraer S.A.'s more than 50-year history of aerospace expertise, and with a singular focus, Eve is taking a holistic approach to progressing the UAM ecosystem, with an advanced eVTOL project, comprehensive global services and support network and a unique air traffic management solution. Since May 10, 2022, Eve is listed on the New York Stock Exchange where its shares of common stock and public warrants trade under the tickers "EVEX" and "EVEXW". For more information, please visit www.eveairmobility.com.
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Blade is a technology-powered, global air mobility platform committed to reducing travel friction by providing cost-effective air transportation alternatives to some of the most congested ground routes in the U.S. and abroad. Today, the Company predominantly uses helicopters and amphibious aircraft for its passenger routes and is also one of the largest air medical transporters of human organs for transplant in the world. Its asset-light model, coupled with its exclusive passenger terminal infrastructure, is designed to facilitate a seamless transition to Electric Vertical Aircraft ("EVA" or "eVTOL"), enabling lower-cost air mobility to the public that is both quiet and emission-free. For more information, visit www.blade.com.
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Macy's lowers outlook despite solid second quarter
NEW YORK (AP) - Macy's cut its outlook for the year Tuesday despite topping Wall Street expectations as it faces a glut of unsold inventory.
The department store earned $275 million, or 99 cents per share, in the three-month period that ended July 30, or $1 if one-time charges are removed. That easily topped the per-share earnings of 86 cents that industry analysts had expected, according to a survey by FactSet.
Sales slipped roughly 1% to $5.6 billion, but that was also stronger than anticipated.
However, sales and profit are down from last year.
Sales at stores opened at least a year fell 1.5%, or 1.6% including licensed businesses like cosmetics. Online sales fell 5%.
"We delivered sold results despite the challenging environment," said CEO Jeff Gennette.
FILE - Shoppers walk into a Macy's department store Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, at Miami International Mall in Doral, Fla. Macy's reported fiscal second quarter, Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, that beat Wall Street estimates, but lowered its outlook as it faces a glut of inventory it needs to clear amid inflationary pressures are making shoppers pull back. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
Macy's cut orders where it could to better sync with customer demand, but Gennette said inventory in some categories remains high. The company is cutting prices on seasonal goods, private label and pandemic-related merchandise like casual wear and home furnishings to clear it, he said.
Americans are under financial pressure from inflation hovering near four-decade highs, and that registered across the retail sector in this quarter with few exceptions.
Shoppers are trading down to cheaper brands, looking for discounts and making fewer visits to the stores.
Kohl´s last week slashed its sales and profit expectations for the year, a result of its stepped up price cutting to shed unwanted merchandise. Both Target and Walmart released quarterly earnings last week that also showed shoppers were cutting back and sticking to essentials.
Soaring prices have forced families to grow more cautious with spending, cutting back on new clothing, electronics, furniture and almost everything else that is not absolutely necessary. On top of that, the spending habits of Americans have shifted faster than anyone expected this year as the pandemic eased. After being cooped up at home, they seemed to shift almost overnight to spending outside of stores, choosing instead to go to restaurants, shows or to travel.
That uncertainly has made it difficult for retailers to figure out what is coming as the holiday season approaches.
The company said its outlook for the rest of the year is based on the "continued deterioration of consumer discretionary spending" and high levels of inventory, both at Macy´s and at other stores. Macy´s anticipates more price cuts and the need to "liquidate aged inventory" as the holiday season approaches.
The company said it now expects sales to be in the range of $24.34 billion to $24.58 billion this year, down from its May guidance of between $24.46 billion and $24.7 billion. Macy's expects per-share earnings of $4 to $4.20, down from earlier guidance of between $4.53 and $4.95 per share.
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CHICAGO (AP) — Albert Pujols reached out and drove Drew Smyly’s high fastball through the night sky at Wrigley Field.
Just like that, it was over. Put Smyly on Pujols’ list.
Pujols hit career homer No. 693, Jordan Montgomery pitched a one-hitter and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Monday for their season-high eighth straight victory.
Pujols led off the seventh with a drive to left-center for his seventh homer in his last 10 games and No. 14 overall in his final big league season. There was a noticeable round of cheers from the crowd of 29,719 as the three-time NL MVP rounded the bases on his second hit of the night.
“I think at the end of the day you know you have to trust your work, and that’s something that I do,” the 42-year-old Pujols said. “I come out here, no matter where I’m playing, and continue to do my work for 22 years.”
Pujols matched Barry Bonds’ major league record by homering off his 449th different pitcher. It was Pujols’ 940th multihit game, snapping a tie with Paul Waner for 10th on the career list.
Smyly (5-7) called it a tough way to lose, given the pitch was way out of the strike zone.
“I was thinking just change his eye level and like, you know, don’t let him hit it obviously was my thought,” Smyly said.
“But he’s ‘The Machine’ for a reason. He’s back.”
That one run was all Montgomery (7-3) needed. The left-hander struck out seven and walked none in his first career complete game, improving to 4-0 with a sparkling 0.35 ERA in four starts since he was acquired in an Aug. 2 trade with the New York Yankees.
“Every bullpen I’m working on something and then when I get to take the ball, I’m competing and just trying to make pitches,” he said.
Rookie Christopher Morel doubled with two out in the third for Chicago’s only hit. Morel hustled into third when shortstop Paul DeJong mishandled the relay from left fielder Tyler O’Neill. But Montgomery retired Nick Madrigal on a grounder to DeJong, ending the inning.
Montgomery threw 99 pitches for the NL Central leaders in the opener of a five-game series, 65 for strikes.
“That’s a pretty special outing,” Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said.
Chicago wasted a sharp performance by Smyly (5-7) in its second straight loss after a five-game win streak. The lefty allowed four hits, struck out six and walked two in seven innings.
“He’s throwing the ball really well for us,” manager David Ross said. “That was a really impressive night from both starters, obviously.”
WORTH NOTING
Yadier Molina went 0 for 3 for St. Louis after missing the previous two games so he could be with his basketball team in Puerto Rico for the end of its championship run. The 40-year-old Molina owns the Vaqueros de Bayamón, who beat San Germán 75-61 on Saturday to clinch their 16th Baloncesto Superior Nacional title.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Cardinals: LHP Steven Matz (left MCL tear) is slated to throw another side session on Wednesday. … Marmol said he got a positive report on Jack Flaherty’s third rehab start on Sunday. Flaherty, who is coming back from a strained right shoulder, threw four innings of one-run ball for Double-A Springfield. Flaherty will make another rehab start with Triple-A Memphis on Friday, going up to about 80 pitches. “Once we go through that, we’ll sit down … and figure out what’s next,” Marmol said.
Cubs: 3B Patrick Wisdom (injured ring finger on this left hand) was out of the staring lineup, but manager David Ross said he was available off the bench. … RHP Kyle Hendricks will not return this season. Hendricks is recovering from a capsular tear in his shoulder. … RHP Adbert Alzolay (right shoulder strain) was slated to begin a rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League on Monday night.
UP NEXT
The teams play a split doubleheader Tuesday. Adam Wainwright (9-8, 3.11 ERA) starts the opener for St. Louis, and Jake Woodford (2-0, 2.66 ERA) takes the mound for the second game. Javier Assad makes his major league debut for Chicago in Game 1, and Adrian Sampson (1-3, 3.51 ERA) gets the ball for the nightcap.
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- Saint-Maximin shines in 3-3 draw with Man City
- Newcastle star sends message to Deschamps
- France call-up vow made ahead of World Cup
WHAT HAPPENED? Following his impressive performance in Newcastle's 3-3 draw against Manchester City, Saint-Maximin made it clear he wants to force his way into the France squad ahead of the 2022 World Cup, directing a message straight to Les Bleus manager Deschamps.
WHAT THEY SAID: Saint-Maximin wrote on Twitter "I hope Didier Deschamps had his Canal + codes" in response to a post regarding his performance against the champions.
He has since deleted the post but followed up by saying: "More seriously, obviously I am aware that the Blues [France] are at the very, very high level and that it requires a lot of things because there is already quality in attack! But what sure is that I'm determined to keep killing myself on the pitch to be part of it one day."
THE BIGGER PICTURE: The Frenchman is yet to make a senior appearance for his country, representing them at every level up until Under-21. With the World Cup on the horizon he will be hoping he can change his fortunes and force his way into Deschamps' plans.
IN TWO PHOTOS: Saint-Maximin gave Man City and Kyle walker a torrid time in the 3-3 draw at St James' Park, registering two assists.
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What brands collect zero-party data?
Basically, they all do. If a person gives a brand an email address for a 10% discount, that’s zero-party data. For some types of brands, it’s easier to get, because they have a direct relationship with the consumer. Retailers interact with shoppers on their sites and in stores; hotel chains book visitors and check them into their rooms; and banks handle every transaction a customer makes. But consumer product goods are often a step removed from shoppers.
PepsiCo is a prime example: soft-drinks and snacks, under Frito-Lay brands, are mostly sold in stores or through online retailers like Amazon and Walmart.
Last month, Sarah Pichardo, head of tech venturing and innovation at PepsiCo, spoke with Jebbit in an online panel, where she outlined how the company thinks about data. Jebbit is a consumer data software service that brands use to create online surveys, analyze the data and then put it to use. “Being a brand like PepsiCo, we don’t always have a direct relationship with the consumer, at the point of sale,” Pichardo said. “In some instances like Snacks.com, we do have a site that is direct-to-consumer, but generally we work through retailers or e-tailers … we don’t necessarily always have that conversation with the consumers.”
“Leveraging Jebbit and other tools,” Pichardo said, “we can actually have a conversation.”
Snacks.com is a PepsiCo site where consumers find obscure varieties of chips. For instance, earlier this month, Pepsi used Snacks.com to sell promotional ketchup and mustard flavors of Doritos.
Snacks.com sometimes engages visitors with a survey about their snacking habits, a “snack finder,” powered by Jebbit, asking a series of questions that could be helpful in customizing the website to fit those people’s tastes or later marketing to those people. Jebbit has worked with Procter & Gamble, which runs quizzes for Gillette, Old Spice, Voost and many other brands in its portfolio.
Related: 3 ways marketers can harness zero-party data
What can brands do with this data?
“We’re also leveraging data in terms of consumer insights … in order for us to actually understand what are the right types of products to launch next,” Pichardo said. The data from shoppers helps PepsiCo dive into new flavors and product categories. A lot of food and beverage brands create custom flavors, like the ketchup and mustard Doritos, after analyzing consumer preferences.
But it’s more than market research. Emails, addresses and internet information can feed into data management platforms run by Salesforce, Adobe, Oracle, Google and other tech companies. The zero-party data can be mixed with other forms of first-, second- and third-party data to build even deeper profiles about consumers. The data is used to help fine tune targeted ads online through Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, Twitter and Snapchat. And it can be used to send newsletters and emails customized to the shopper’s interests.
Tom Coburn, the CEO of Jebbit, said that the company worked with a “big CPG brand that just tested this across five brands.”
“They ran this test right after Apple introduced IDFA changes and there was a massive drop in the performance of media,” Coburn said. Apple has placed strict data collection rules on apps on its devices, withholding the IDFA—Identifier for Advertisers—unless the app gets permission from users to use the ID. In the past, the Apple ID was an easy way for brands to match a consumer with its own data to target ads and see when the consumer later engaged with the brand or purchased a product. The IDFA helped brands analyze their media spend, and to understand what apps were the most powerful advertising channels.
Coburn could not name the brand publicly, but it experimented with quizzes in ads on Facebook, and a half-million consumers responded, Coburn said. The brand used that zero-party data to inform how it targeted ads to “lookalike” audiences, consumers who shared the same interests as those expressed by the people who took the quizzes. Those ads were five times more effective, Coburn said, meaning people clicked on them at higher rates than the brand typically sees.
PepsiCo’s Pichardo said that with data from its “snack finder” quizzes on Snacks.com, “we were able to double our conversion rate.” And “along the way we were able to capture some really great data.” Pichardo said the data strategy brings down costs like CPMs—or the price per 1,000 views of the ads.
Karrie Sanderson is the chief brand officer for Typeform, which is another software service that brands use to collect zero-party data online through quizzes and surveys. “The bulk of our customer base is small- and medium-size businesses who are looking to break through,” Sanderson said.
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Adley Rutschman’s preseason tricep strain prevented the Orioles from capitalizing on an aspect of MLB’s new collective bargaining agreement. They’ve given themselves the opportunity to not let that pass them by with a second No. 1 overall prospect.
Including Tuesday, there are 44 days left in the regular season, meaning if Baltimore were to promote top prospect Gunnar Henderson at any point from now, he would end the season with fewer than 45 days of major league service time — and likely fewer than 130 at-bats — and thus hold onto his rookie eligibility through the offseason. The Orioles would then retain the chance at what the new CBA terms “Prospect Promotion Incentive” draft picks should Henderson be included on 2023′s opening day roster, while also adding him to this year’s playoff race.
Henderson, a 21-year-old infielder, has hit .298 with a .958 OPS this year between Double-A Bowie and Triple-A Norfolk, now playing all four infield spots after the Tides deployed him at first and second twice each last week. Over the past two seasons, he’s taken only one at-bat against a pitcher younger than him. In it, he homered. His 263 Triple-A plate appearances, in which he’s hit .289/.388/.520 with 11 home runs, are 25 more than Rutschman had across this year and last when the Orioles called him up in May.
Henderson’s game is not without warts. His strikeout rate jumped with his move to Triple-A, though it’s still an improvement on his performance across three levels in 2021. He had his struggles against left-handers in Bowie, but he’s improved as he’s experienced more left-on-left matchups with Norfolk. He’s unquestionably a player who could benefit the Orioles, who have gotten little production from second and third base in particular, as they fight for a playoff spot over the next six weeks.
And now, he could do so without leveraging potential future benefits. Henderson will go into next season as a rookie, and if he makes Baltimore’s opening day roster, his top prospect status means the Orioles could earn extra draft picks in coming years depending on how he performs in major award voting — and executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias’ affinity for draft picks is well established.
His first three in Baltimore were used on Rutschman, the catcher whose arrival seemingly jumpstarted the Orioles’ playoff run; Henderson, who quickly succeeded Rutschman as the game’s top prospect; and Kyle Stowers, the power-hitting outfielder who had his contract selected last week. With utility man Terrin Vavra reinstated from the paternity list Monday, four of the organization’s top young hitters could share a lineup in the near future should the Orioles choose to promote Henderson.
With a benchmark cleared, all that’s stopping them is themselves.
Each week, The Baltimore Sun will break down five of the top performers in the Orioles’ prospect ranks and hand out some superlatives for those who didn’t make that cut.
1. Double-A Bowie infielder Joey Ortiz
The Orioles’ 2019 draft didn’t end with Stowers. In the fourth round, they took Ortiz, a shortstop out of New Mexico State. Known more for his glove, he used 2020′s lost minor league season to add strength, and it seemed to pay off in 2021 before a torn labrum in his left shoulder ended his season. He started this year slowly upon his return but has been a force since July, hitting .361 with 11 home runs and an OPS of 1.088 in his past 41 games. That includes another three home runs this week, one of them a grand slam as he slugged .739. It’s easy to envision a promotion for Henderson sending Ortiz to Triple-A to finish the year.
2. Triple-A Norfolk left-hander Drew Rom
Between graduations and dropouts, only four of Baseball America’s top 30 Orioles prospects predate Elias. With Rom’s promotion last week, all of them are at Triple-A. In his Norfolk debut, Rom allowed a run in 4 2/3 innings, working around eight base runners by tying his career high of nine strikeouts. Baltimore’s No. 18 prospect has a 4.24 ERA in his age-22 season, with 110 strikeouts in 87 innings.
3. Low-A Delmarva outfielder Jud Fabian
When the Orioles traded relievers Cole Sulser and Tanner Scott to the Miami Marlins late in spring training, Elias called the 67th overall pick the most “salient” part of the return. In his first week with an Orioles full-season affiliate, Fabian, taken with that selection months later, had nine hits in 21 at-bats for a .429 average, with six of those going for doubles and another for a home run. The Florida product also worked five walks while striking out only twice, finishing the week with a 1.396 OPS. Fellow 2022 draftees Dylan Beavers, the 33rd overall pick, and 14th-round selection Adam Retzbach also posted OPSes of at least .976 for the Shorebirds.
4. High-A Aberdeen right-hander Jean Pinto
Acquired before the 2021 season from the Los Angeles Angels as half of the return for shortstop José Iglesias, Pinto was a breakout pitcher on the lower levels of the Orioles’ system a year ago, and although he hasn’t necessarily matched that performance this season, there have been signs that make him worthy of his backend top 30 status. The latest came Thursday as he struck out 11 of the 18 batters he faced over five innings of one-run ball. Some rough outings have spoiled his overall numbers, but he’s allowed one earned run or fewer in all but three of his 17 appearances since the start of May.
5. High-A Aberdeen right-hander Ignacio Feliz
The strikeout dominance Feliz flashed early in the season returned last week as he struck out 10 over 5 2/3 innings in a start Tuesday then added two more punchouts in a two-inning save Sunday. Feliz trails only Grayson Rodriguez, DL Hall (the organization’s top two pitching prospects) and Noah Denoyer in strikeout rate among Orioles minor leaguers with at least 50 innings thrown, while Hall is the only pitcher in the system with more strikeouts.
The top prospect not featured so far
As speculation continues to surround Henderson, it’s once again beginning to build for Rodriguez, the game’s top pitching prospect. In the most significant sign of progress as he works his way back from the Grade 2 right lat muscle strain that disrupted his dominant season at Norfolk, Rodriguez is scheduled to throw a bullpen, live batting practice session and a simulated game over the course of this week while in Sarasota, Florida. Each step forward feels like another one closer to the majors, though the Orioles will understandably be cautious with Rodriguez and his prized right arm.
International acquisition of the week
After dominating at Delmarva through the first two months of the season, outfielder Isaac Bellony has struggled to have the same success at Aberdeen. But perhaps this week was a sign that he’s beginning to find his footing. He recorded four hits in four games, matching his total from his previous 15 games played. Thursday, he tripled and homered in the same game, flashing the skill set that allowed him to hit for the cycle in May while still with the Shorebirds.
The best former top-30 prospect of the week
Henderson has moved around Norfolk’s infield of late, but Cadyn Grenier has been doing it all year. When Henderson started a second straight game at the keystone Sunday, Grenier was his double-play partner, getting his first start at shortstop since June 3; Henderson and Jordan Westburg were promoted from Bowie the next week. Since, the 25-year-old, drafted 37th overall in 2018, has played the other three infield spots and some left field. Last week, he made an impact with the bat, too, slugging .786 thanks to a pair of home runs, doubling his total for the season.
Time to give some shine to …
Taken with the Orioles’ final pick of last year’s draft, outfielder Trendon Craig was an intriguing enough prospect that they signed him for a bonus of $250,000, the second-most of any 20th-round pick in that draft and Baltimore’s largest bonus in its class among players taken after the eighth round. After a slow start to his first pro season, Craig has shown worthy of that interest. With a .368/.429/.474 slash line last week for Aberdeen, the 22-year-old is hitting .300 with a .394 on-base percentage since the start of June between the Shorebirds and IronBirds.
Short-season snippets
First overall draft pick Jackson Holliday hit his first professional home run and drew eight walks while striking out once to post a line of .385/.591/.692 in the Florida Complex League. … Second baseman Aron Estrada’s breakout season in the Dominican Summer League continued as he doubled three times among four hits in nine at-bats, walking four times to two strikeouts. The 17-year-old product of Venezuela is hitting .368 with a 1.053 OPS.
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With three-year revenue growth of 917 percent, the leading provider of online and VR training for the skilled trades ranks among America's fastest-growing companies
NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. revealed that Interplay Learning, the leading global provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, is no. 680 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
The Inc. 5000 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's an honor to be recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States, and it's inspiring our team to double down on our commitment to the strategic vision that drives our success," said Doug Donovan, founder and CEO of Interplay Learning. "Interplay Learning's placement on the Inc. 5000 reflects the urgency of our mission to help build the skilled trades workforce. For our team, this is an important reminder that delivering a world-class hands-on digital learning experience for the industries we serve is more critical than ever in 2022."
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 Aug. 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."
Interplay Learning, a global provider of scalable, highly effective hands-on digital learning simulations for the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, solar and facilities maintenance industries, is building better training, better careers and better lives for its customers and their employees. Interplay Learning's digital experiential learning platform, SkillMill, conveniently turns any space into a training lab with short video courses, 3D simulations, knowledge checks, and other advanced features that prepare users to be job-ready in weeks, not years. Visit https://www.interplaylearning.com to learn more.
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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.
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. For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
About Interplay Learning
Since 2016, Austin-based Interplay Learning has been building better training, better careers and better lives for its customers and their employees. Its award-winning online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Solar, Multi-Family Maintenance and Facilities Maintenance workforces, is scalable and more effective than traditional training methods. By leveraging immersive learning technology, Interplay's customers are able to train and practice hands-on learning from a desktop, phone, tablet or in virtual reality. The result is a highly trained employee who is job-ready in weeks, not years. Its digital learning platform, SkillMill, conveniently turns any space into a training lab with its short video courses, 3D simulations, knowledge checks, coaching and connectivity. Recent accolades include recognition by Fast Company's World Changing Ideas Awards in the Education, General Excellence and On the Rise categories. Welcome to the next generation of the skilled labor workforce. Visit https://www.interplaylearning.com to learn more.
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Integrated digital tools will optimize design and operations
DALLAS, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) will provide design services for the remaining phases of Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority's (ENMWUA) rural water supply system, which will provide a renewable surface water supply to 55,000 people and Cannon Air Force Base in eastern New Mexico.
The Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System will provide up to 16,415 acre-feet per year of treated surface water from Ute Reservoir to the cities of Clovis, Portales, Texico, the town of Elida, Cannon Air Force Base and unincorporated areas in Roosevelt and Curry counties. The system will replace current groundwater withdrawals from the rapidly declining Ogallala Aquifer with a renewable surface water supply.
At an estimated cost of $940 million, the project includes a raw water intake structure, three pump stations, a 28 million gallons per day water treatment plant in Curry County and approximately 140 miles of water conveyance pipelines.
"Jacobs has served as a trusted advisor to ENMWUA since 2005, and we continue that relationship and commitment as we advance the final design phase of this critical water supply project," said Jacobs People & Places Solutions Americas Senior Vice President and General Manager Ron Williams. "Providing a renewable water supply to rural communities in a drought-afflicted region aligns with our commitment to climate response, while the opportunity to utilize our Digital OneWater data solutions will deliver added value for our project partner."
Jacobs has already supported ENMWUA with earlier design work for the rural water supply system and provided on-site construction management for the raw intake structure and a portion of the water transmission line. After the project received $160 million in funding this year from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), design will now be finalized for the remaining phases, including the water treatment plant, which will be constructed over the next five to eight years.
The project will incorporate digital tools, including Jacobs' Replica Digital Twin, to seamlessly connect different elements of the water supply system via a centralized data hub at the treatment plant. The application of Jacobs' digital suite has already provided significant cost savings by optimizing design of the pipeline and pump stations.
"The receipt of IIJA funding through the US Bureau of Reclamation allows us to accelerate the design and construction of the rural water supply system," said ENMWUA Project Administrator Orlando Ortega. "The combined funding we're receiving this year from the federal government, the State of New Mexico and local communities represents the project's largest annual allocation to date."
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $14 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 55,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector. Visit jacobs.com and connect with Jacobs on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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GREENVILLE, S.C., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cal Hurst to President.
Hurst has served as Chief Banking Officer and Executive Vice President of Southern First since 2019, contributing to the bank's strategic growth and planning as well as overseeing the company's retail banking, deposit operations, and marketing divisions. Hurst has over 16 years of experience in the banking industry and is passionate about positively impacting everyone he connects with. In addition to his work, Hurst is a highly engaged member of the Upstate community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Greenville Chamber, United Way of Greenville County, and Greenville First Steps.
"Cal's charismatic leadership has been integral to our continued growth and strong company culture. This promotion is in recognition of his tremendous talents and deep commitment to our mission of Impacting Lives. I look forward to building on our accomplishments with Cal's talents in this new role," stated Art Seaver, the company's Chief Executive Officer.
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., Greenville, South Carolina is a registered bank holding company incorporated under the laws of South Carolina. The company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Southern First Bank, is one of the fastest growing banks in the Southeast. Southern First Bank has been providing financial services since 1999 and now operates in 12 locations in the Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston markets of South Carolina as well as the Charlotte, Triangle and Triad regions of North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Southern First Bancshares has consolidated assets of approximately $3.3 billion and its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol "SFST." More information can be found at www.southernfirst.com.
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MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) announced that it will provide anesthesia services at the new Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center, effective October 1, 2022. NAPA is the largest single-specialty anesthesia and pain management company in the U.S., with more than 6,000 clinicians providing anesthesia at hundreds of hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and office-based locations across 21 states. The 132-bed, 341,000-foot Penn State Health facility, located at 2160 State Road, Lancaster, PA, 17601, will open on October 3, 2022. The new facility will provide residents of Lancaster and York counties access to Penn State Health's expertise and specialty services without having to drive to its Hershey location.
Joseph J. Frank, MS, MPH, Regional Hospital President, East Region, Penn State Health, said, "We are committed to providing our communities access, quality, choice of care, and complete medical and surgical capabilities as close to their homes as possible. This facility will strengthen Penn State Health, providing world-class primary, specialty, and acute care to residents. NAPA will help us deliver the highest level of care and reinforce our reputation in the Lancaster area."
Joshua Constable, DO, NAPA's Vice President of Clinical Services for the Mid-Atlantic Region, said, "We are excited about this new relationship, where NAPA's trusted anesthesia clinicians will support Lancaster Medical Center in providing exceptional medical care from day one. With years of experience in delivering consistent and safe anesthesia services, we at NAPA look forward to a long relationship with Penn State Health in Lancaster, where we will work collaboratively to expand health care services, achieve facility excellence, and make reliable surgical services available for all."
As a clinician-led organization, North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) is redefining healthcare, delivering unsurpassed excellence to its partners and patients every day. NAPA has grown to become the nation's leading single-specialty anesthesia and pain management company. Our 6,000+ clinicians serve nearly 3 million patients annually at nearly 500 healthcare facilities in 21 states. For more information, please visit NAPAanesthesia.com.
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Doubling the number of apprenticeships from around 500,000 at present to 1 million per year will help address unemployment in the country, according to a report released by TeamLease Services.
The report, titled “Reimagining Employability for the 21st-century - 10 Million Apprentices in 10 Years”, provides a road map for increasing the number of apprenticeships.
Need for apprenticeship
Speaking to Business Standard, Rituparna Chakraborty, co-founder and executive director, TeamLease Services, said: “Despite being the fifth largest economy in the world, India still lags at 142nd position in terms of per-capita income. This is because a large part of India’s working population doesn’t have the suitable skills because they cannot invest in their reskilling. This is where apprenticeships will play an important role in skilling them, so that the gap between employers and the employees is bridged.”
The report notes that an apprentice’s entry into work is smoother than that of a non-apprentice. It calls for degree-linked apprenticeships, so that employees have required certification for their skills. It will allow them to learn online, on campus, on site and on the job.
The report says that an employer-led training manual, streamlined governance architecture, apprentices’ welfare programmes, and change in pedagogy in universities will enable India to generate 10 million apprenticeships in the next 10 years, thus, solving the problem of unemployment in the country. For instance, Germany creates about 500,000 new apprenticeships every year in about 500 different occupations at a cost of €6.84 billion.
Challenges
The report notes that out of 339 central public sector undertakings (CPSUs), only 150 engage apprentices. These CPSUs have around five million employees. According to the provisions of the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, 2.5 per cent of employees at firms with staff strength more than 30 must be apprentices. Hence, these CPSUs should engage a minimum of 125,000 apprentices, but have only 41,250 on board.
The report notes that this low intake is due to a lack of information coupled with cumbersome compliance requirements for private and public sector firms, complicated governance architecture of programmes, and a bias towards academic education over vocational training.
Untapped potential
The Sixth Economic Census estimates that there are approximately 2.6 million MSMEs in the country with five or more workers. The report notes that if each establishment engages even one apprentice, the MSME sector can generate over 2.5 million apprenticeships.
Concerns remain
The report also highlights concerns related to adequate protection for apprentices, and says there is evidence that some employers exploit apprentices as cheap labour, and don’t provide them the mandated training.
Moreover, the “apprentices from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds have less education, pursue occupations that demand manual skill, and are employed in informal employment, as the barriers to entry are lower than in formal work, even though productivity, wages, and opportunities for upward mobility in informal work are limited. So, the need is that they don’t get trapped in low paying apprenticeship work and get to upskill themselves,” added Chakraborty.
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Editorial: Griffith Park road closes for good. Hooray! Which streets should be next?
That was fast. At the end of June, the city of Los Angeles temporarily banned cars from a segment of Griffith Park Drive to reduce speeding cut-through traffic and protect park users. The test was such a success that the parks department has decided to permanently close the two-thirds-of-a-mile route to vehicles.
Good. Now do it again.
The test showed that Angelenos are ready to embrace car-free streets, particularly when the closures result in safer recreation spaces. The response from park users was overwhelmingly positive, officials said. Now cyclists, equestrians and pedestrians can travel that stretch of Griffith Park without fearing a motorist will come barreling around a corner.
It also demonstrated that L.A. can move quickly and decisively for safer streets. The road closure pilot was launched and completed in a matter of weeks. That is lightning speed for the city, noted Councilmember Nithya Raman, whose office helped drive the effort.
It’s high time that Los Angeles prioritizes Griffith Park users over commuters.
The Department of Recreation and Parks has been working to ease traffic congestion and speeding in Griffith Park for a decade, but there was new momentum for action after cyclist Andrew Jelmert, 77, was killed on Crystal Springs Drive in April. Jelmert was nearing the finish of a 67-mile training ride when he was hit from behind by a driver, who police say was trying to pass another car and may have been drinking.
It helped that the Griffith Park Drive car ban was a relatively easy process compared with what the city would normally go through to close streets. The road is controlled by the parks department, so the decision didn’t require negotiation or approval from other city or regional agencies. It’s a short stretch between the Travel Town Museum and Mt. Hollywood Drive and there are no destinations within the closure area. Prior to the pilot project, about 2,000 vehicles traveled the segment per day, many of which were using the road as a freeway bypass to avoid traffic on Interstate 5 and the 134 Freeway.
One concern was that the closure might increase traffic on other routes within Griffith Park, but that didn’t happen. The number of cars on Zoo Drive declined during the pilot project. Officials think drivers decided to stay on the freeway since they could no longer use Griffith Park Drive as a shortcut. That’s an important lesson: When park roads are prioritized for safety and enjoyment of park users, motorists looking for a speedy route will go elsewhere.
Griffith Park is the ideal test case for road closures — it’s the nation’s largest urban park and too special to be wasted as a freeway bypass. But there are car-free possibilities all over the city. The Department of Transportation has closed some small streets and alleys to create plazas.
The City Council is now considering periodically closing the new Sixth Street Viaduct to create a pedestrian and cyclist space. This makes sense. After the bridge connecting Boyle Heights with downtown opened last month, it immediately became a community gathering place — as well as a speedway. That’s a dangerous mix. And Councilmember Kevin de León, who represents downtown and the Eastside, wants to try converting some streets into “Park Blocks,” modeled after a program in Barcelona, Spain, that closed blocks of streets to through traffic to create shared open spaces. That’s an intriguing idea and could be great in Los Angeles.
Surely there are more streets in city parks and across neighborhoods that could be partially or completely closed to vehicular traffic so people can walk, bike, scoot and enjoy their public spaces. How about stretches of Hollywood Boulevard, which is already being eyed for a pedestrian-friendly makeover? Or other streets in parks and open spaces that have been turned into freeway bypasses — such as in Elysian Park or Franklin Canyon Park? Even closing off a block next to a museum, school or park could make the area feel safer and more inviting.
Where would you like to see car-free streets in your community? Send your suggestions to letters@latimes.com and maybe together we can help build safer streets in every neighborhood.
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INDIANAPOLIS — A teenager was taken to the hospital following a shooting on the northwest side, according to IMPD.
Officers were sent to the 5300 block of Winterberry Drive, near the intersection of Moller Road and 56th Street, after a “person shot” report.
A teenager was found at the scene with an apparent gunshot wound.
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The new program solidifies ACE's commitment to accelerate leaders who seek to do good through the power of business.
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American College of Education (ACE) announced today its latest business degree program, the Master of Science in Sustainable Management, designed to prepare students to lead sustainable and socially responsible initiatives in their future business objectives and in new and existing enterprises.
As a leader in online higher education, ACE aims to fill a growing need of professionals in today's business landscape who have the understanding and skills to lead and manage sustainable, environmental practices within economic industries such as agriculture, energy and technology. ACE designed this coursework to align with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals, a set of multi-national guidelines that balance efforts to improve health, education and spur economic growth all while tackling climate change.
The M.S. program has three specialized areas: entrepreneurship, business performance, nonprofit leadership or students can take courses from each area for a general track. Students can complete the M.S. in Sustainable Management for less than $9,000, an affordable cost that includes tuition and fees, in just 15 months and can enroll as early as August 23, 2022, to start in the January 2023 term.
"Developing this program reflects ACE's unwavering commitment to provide affordable, accessible and high-quality programs to students nationwide," ACE Assistant Provost of Business Professions, Dr. Crystal Neumann said. "The curriculum will be taught by professors who are current professionals in sustainability and will offer purposeful, relevant expertise to their students. Courses will prepare ACE students with the skills to bolster their own professional communities as business leaders in an ever-changing global environment."
The M.S. in Sustainable Management degree furthers ACE's mission as a Certified B Corporation to solve social and environmental problems through the power of business. It joins ACE's other impact-focused business programs – an MBA in Social Impact, M.S. in Organizational Leadership and the recently launched Micro-credential in Sustainability, that can apply to the new master's program.
About American College of Education
American College of Education (ACE) is an accredited, 100% online college specializing in high-quality, affordable programs in education, business, leadership, healthcare and nursing. Headquartered in Indianapolis, ACE offers more than 70 innovative and engaging programs for adult students to pursue a doctorate, specialist, master's or bachelor's degree, along with micro-credentials and graduate-level certificate programs. In addition to being a leader in online education, ACE is a Certified B Corporation. Certified B Corporations are leaders of a global movement to use the power of business to solve social and environmental problems.
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MONTRÉAL, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE) today announced that 1,067,517 of its 11,397,196 fixed-rate Cumulative Redeemable First Preferred Shares, Series AA ("Series AA Preferred Shares") have been tendered for conversion on September 1, 2022, on a one-for-one basis, into floating-rate Cumulative Redeemable First Preferred Shares, Series AB ("Series AB Preferred Shares"). In addition, 1,977,982 of its 8,599,204 Series AB Preferred Shares have been tendered for conversion on September 1, 2022, on a one-for-one basis, into Series AA Preferred Shares. Consequently, on September 1, 2022, BCE will have 12,307,661 Series AA Preferred Shares and 7,688,739 Series AB Preferred Shares issued and outstanding. The Series AA Preferred Shares and the Series AB Preferred Shares will continue to be listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols BCE.PR.A and BCE.PR.B, respectively.
The Series AA Preferred Shares will pay on a quarterly basis, for the five-year period beginning on September 1, 2022, as and when declared by the Board of Directors of BCE, a fixed cash dividend based on an annual fixed dividend rate of 4.94%.
The Series AB Preferred Shares will continue to pay a monthly floating adjustable cash dividend for the five-year period beginning on September 1, 2022, as and when declared by the Board of Directors of BCE. The monthly floating adjustable dividend for any particular month will continue to be calculated based on the prime rate for such month and using the Designated Percentage for such month representing the sum of an adjustment factor (based on the market price of the Series AB Preferred Shares in the preceding month) and the Designated Percentage for the preceding month.
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State of Student Success & Engagement in Louisiana Higher Education points to evolving student perceptions of educational needs
SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure, the maker of Canvas, today released a new study highlighting key higher education trends in Louisiana. The study, developed in coordination with Hanover Research, gives a timely and insightful view into how 114 higher education students in Louisiana define student success and engagement. Student respondents are focused on career readiness, skill competency, educational goals and relevant job placement. To view the report, visit this page.
In an era marked by rapid change and increased reliance on new technology and evolving instructional strategies, Louisiana educators are working to meet the unique educational needs of their students. The study found that while in-person classes are still popular, the number of hybrid and online remote learning courses being offered is becoming an important factor for students as they choose a college or university. Students also want their institutions to focus on their holistic development. This includes personal instruction and the effective delivery of online learning from faculty. The results of the study highlight the importance of a holistic approach to education that meets the needs of today's students.
"While grades remain an important measure of student success, administrators and faculty in Louisiana are increasingly focused on student well-being and on preparing students to enter the workforce," said Ryan Lufkin, VP of Product Marketing at Instructure. "Institutions are actively working to provide a more comprehensive education that is relevant to the academic and employment goals of each student. Whether through in-person, online, or hybrid learning opportunities, institutions that adapt to and seek to support the whole student will help prepare students ready to make a positive impact in the job market."
The research revealed six key trends that parents and educators in the state of Louisiana feel are important to teaching and learning in higher education:
1. Career readiness is priority No. 1 for students.
These Louisiana students are laser-focused on career readiness and having the skills to gain post-graduation employment. Some 79% of respondents view career readiness as the top determinant of success. Over 75% of the student respondents also rated skill competency, educational goals, recent graduate employment rates and relevant job placement as the top determinants of success.
2. Student preference for in-class, online, or hybrid learning continues to evolve.
The ability to take online classes in a remote or hybrid learning environment is becoming a deciding factor in which institutions students choose to attend. But their preferences for hybrid (43%) and in-person (37%) classes and fully online remote learning (20%) don't always align with the learning environments being offered at their institution.
Dr. James H. Ammons, Jr., executive vice president and chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans, commented on this key finding: "The Southern University System just moved to Canvas because we were looking for a robust cloud-based and user-friendly LMS. We are convinced that our students will enjoy the web-based interfaces and capabilities and its natural adaptability for mobile computing. In addition, faculty and students will have 24/7 technical support. Canvas takes advantage of the enormous advances in remote learning modalities and puts these enhancements in the hands of the users."
3. Students want their institutions to focus on their holistic development.
Students want an enhanced learning experience that includes personalized instruction and the effective delivery of online learning from faculty. In fact, 94% of the 100 Voices respondents say that holistic development such as self-discipline, communication, knowledge and personal reflection are important to student success and 53% say this will become more important over the next 12 months.
University of Louisiana System president Dr. Jim Henderson said: "The university has long been dedicated to the holistic development of individuals. The rapid advancement of technology has made the necessary development even more complex but our institutions are committed to ensuring our graduates have the competencies required for life and career success."
4. Students still feel the impact of COVID, but there are reasons for optimism.
Unsurprisingly, 73% of student respondents believe COVID-19 negatively impacted student engagement. Some 66% believe it negatively affected academic progress and 63% said that it negatively impacted career readiness. The good news is that these impacts appear to be lessening when compared to Instructure's global 2021 State of Higher Education report which spanned 18 countries and included input from 7,687 students, administrators and faculty. Respondents to the Louisiana survey also believe the impact will decline further over the next 12 months.
5. Access is the key to engagement and success.
Access to the internet and technological devices are two key socioeconomic factors that fuel student engagement and success, according to over 80% of the 100 Voices respondents. Students express a clear interest in mobile learning capabilities, though some struggle to maintain consistent access to WiFi and the technology that would foster learning. While 69% of students feel engaged in the classroom, only 29% of students from self-identified lower economic classes said it was very easy to stay engaged. As is always the case, making education accessible is an important part of the effort to close the equity gap among students.
6. Students want connection.
It's clear that students in Louisiana crave connection and flexibility around learning modalities, yet connection means different things to different students. Relevant top factors that students believe will increase engagement include hands-on instruction (46%), smaller class sizes (44%), a sense of community (37%), in-person instruction (34%), teamwork assignments (32%), strong friendships (30%) and personalized instruction (30%).
"Higher ed institutions, like Tulane SoPA, can help create connections and a sense of community for students while building interpersonal relationships through small class sizes that allow rich faculty-student and student-student interactions, or by providing a curated student experience such as an in-person three-day residency to complement an online graduate program," said Ilianna H. Kwaske, associate dean for academic affairs at Tulane University School of Professional Advancement (SoPA) in relation to this finding. "Offering robust services, such as academic and career advising, also fosters connection while supporting student success."
Ronni Tyger, director of Tulane SoPA learning design & development, emphasizes the need for universities to understand students' need for both connection and flexibility: "By collaborating with faculty subject matter experts to design learning experiences that intentionally put the student's experience first, we develop opportunities to increase inclusivity and a sense of connection for students across all modalities. Adding synchronous course meetings throughout the semester to all our online courses has brought students and instructors together and has established a sense of community while enhancing learning."
SURVEY METHODOLOGY
The survey was fielded in April of 2022 and was cleaned and analyzed by Hanover Research. After fielding and data cleaning, the study consisted of 114 qualified, completed responses, with 35 respondents attending a two-year program and 74 respondents. We performed statistical significance testing across segments with a 95% confidence level. For any questions regarding the underlying methodology or data, please contact studentsuccess@instructure.com.
ABOUT INSTRUCTURE
Instructure (NYSE: INST) is an education technology company dedicated to elevating student success, amplifying the power of teaching, and inspiring everyone to learn together. Today the Instructure Learning Platform supports tens of millions of educators and learners around the world. Learn more at www.instructure.com.
ABOUT HANOVER RESEARCH
Founded in 2003, Hanover Research is a global research and analytics firm that delivers market intelligence through a unique, fixed-fee model to more than 1,000 clients. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Hanover has been named a Top 50 Market Research Firm by the American Marketing Association every year since 2015. To learn more about Hanover Research, visit www.hanoverresearch.com.
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This press release contains "forward-looking" statements, which are subject to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the potential, timing, and examples of any strategic alternatives. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, but are based on management's expectations as of the date of this press release and assumptions that are inherently subject to uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements include the risk factors described in the Company's annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 22, 2022 and other documents filed with the SEC and could cause actual results to vary from expectations. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof and Instructure undertakes no duty to update this information except as required by law.
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Integrated digital tools will optimize design and operations
DALLAS, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) will provide design services for the remaining phases of Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority's (ENMWUA) rural water supply system, which will provide a renewable surface water supply to 55,000 people and Cannon Air Force Base in eastern New Mexico.
The Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System will provide up to 16,415 acre-feet per year of treated surface water from Ute Reservoir to the cities of Clovis, Portales, Texico, the town of Elida, Cannon Air Force Base and unincorporated areas in Roosevelt and Curry counties. The system will replace current groundwater withdrawals from the rapidly declining Ogallala Aquifer with a renewable surface water supply.
At an estimated cost of $940 million, the project includes a raw water intake structure, three pump stations, a 28 million gallons per day water treatment plant in Curry County and approximately 140 miles of water conveyance pipelines.
"Jacobs has served as a trusted advisor to ENMWUA since 2005, and we continue that relationship and commitment as we advance the final design phase of this critical water supply project," said Jacobs People & Places Solutions Americas Senior Vice President and General Manager Ron Williams. "Providing a renewable water supply to rural communities in a drought-afflicted region aligns with our commitment to climate response, while the opportunity to utilize our Digital OneWater data solutions will deliver added value for our project partner."
Jacobs has already supported ENMWUA with earlier design work for the rural water supply system and provided on-site construction management for the raw intake structure and a portion of the water transmission line. After the project received $160 million in funding this year from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), design will now be finalized for the remaining phases, including the water treatment plant, which will be constructed over the next five to eight years.
The project will incorporate digital tools, including Jacobs' Replica Digital Twin, to seamlessly connect different elements of the water supply system via a centralized data hub at the treatment plant. The application of Jacobs' digital suite has already provided significant cost savings by optimizing design of the pipeline and pump stations.
"The receipt of IIJA funding through the US Bureau of Reclamation allows us to accelerate the design and construction of the rural water supply system," said ENMWUA Project Administrator Orlando Ortega. "The combined funding we're receiving this year from the federal government, the State of New Mexico and local communities represents the project's largest annual allocation to date."
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $14 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 55,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector. Visit jacobs.com and connect with Jacobs on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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DICK'S Sporting Goods Reports Second Quarter Results; Raises Full Year Guidance
Published: Aug. 23, 2022 at 5:30 AM MDT|Updated: 58 minutes ago
Comparable store sales declined 5.1%
Net sales of $3.1 billion increased 38% versus the second quarter of 2019
Delivered earnings per diluted share of $3.25 and non-GAAP earnings per diluted share of $3.68, each reflecting pre-tax income as a percentage of net sales of 13.7%
Raises low end of full year 2022 comparable store sales guidance to a range of negative 6% to negative 2%, up from negative 8% to negative 2% previously
Raises full year 2022 earnings per diluted share guidance to $8.85 to 10.55, up from $7.95 to 10.15 previously; Raises full year 2022 non-GAAP earnings per diluted share guidance to $10.00 to 12.00, up from $9.15 to 11.70 previously
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S. based full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, today reported sales and earnings results for the second quarter ended July 30, 2022.
Quarterly Dividend
On August 22, 2022, the Company's Board of Directors authorized and declared a quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.4875 per share on the Company's Common Stock and Class B Common Stock. The dividend is payable in cash on September 30, 2022 to stockholders of record at the close of business on September 9, 2022.
Full Year 2022 Outlook
The Company's Full Year Outlook for 2022 is presented below:
Conference Call Info
The Company will host a conference call today at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the second quarter results. Investors will have the opportunity to listen to the earnings conference call over the internet through the Company's website located at investors.DICKS.com. To listen to the live call, please go to the website at least fifteen minutes early to register, download, and install any necessary audio software. For those who cannot listen to the live webcast, it will be archived on the Company's website for approximately twelve months.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In addition to reporting the Company's financial results in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), the Company reports certain financial results that differ from what is reported under GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures include non-GAAP income before income taxes (percent of net sales), consolidated non-GAAP net income, non-GAAP earnings per diluted share, non-GAAP diluted shares outstanding, and net capital expenditures, which management believes provides investors with useful supplemental information to evaluate the Company's ongoing operations and to compare with past and future periods. Furthermore, management believes that adjustments related to the Convertible Senior Notes and convertible bond hedge provide a more complete view of the economics of the instruments upon future conversion. Management also uses these non-GAAP measures internally for forecasting, budgeting, and measuring its operating performance. These measures should be viewed as supplementing, and not as an alternative or substitute for, the Company's financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP. The methods used by the Company to calculate its non-GAAP financial measures may differ significantly from methods used by other companies to compute similar measures. As a result, any non-GAAP financial measures presented herein may not be comparable to similar measures provided by other companies. A reconciliation of the Company's non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures are provided below and on the Company's website at investors.DICKS.com.
New Accounting Pronouncement
The Company adopted a new accounting pronouncement in the first quarter of 2022, which impacted the accounting treatment for convertible debt with cash conversion features, such as the Convertible Senior Notes. The standard required that the Company eliminate the non-cash debt discount and related interest expense from its Convertible Senior Notes, which decreased their annualized interest rate from 11.6% to 3.9%. The new standard also required earnings per diluted share to assume share conversion of the entire amount of shares underlying the Convertible Senior Notes as of the beginning of the period presented using the if-converted method. The Company adopted the standard under the modified retrospective approach and therefore, will not revise prior periods. The Company does not expect the net effect of these changes will materially impact its full year 2022 GAAP earnings per diluted share and is reflected in its fiscal 2022 outlook.
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About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream, Public Lands, Going Going Gone! and Warehouse Sale stores, online, and through the DICK'S mobile app. DICK'S also owns and operates DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile app for scheduling, communications, live scorekeeping and video streaming.
Driven by its belief that sports make people better, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving, sustainability efforts and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Contacts: Investor Relations: Nate Gilch, Senior Director of Investor Relations DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. investors@dcsg.com (724) 273-3400
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Man charged after eight boys hit by car in Glasgow
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A man has been charged after eight boys were hit by a car in the east end of Glasgow.
Six of the youths, aged 13-17, were treated for minor injuries in hospital after emergency services were called to Provanmill Road, Blackhill, at 17:40 on Monday.
Two boys, both aged 12, did not need hospital treatment.
Police confirmed a 34-year-old man had been arrested and charged in connection with road traffic offences.
He will be reported to the procurator fiscal. Police inquiries are ongoing.
Ch Insp Brian Fraser, area commander for Glasgow North East, said control of the car was "believed to have been lost".
He added: "This was an isolated incident and there is no risk to the wider community."
Provanmill Road was re-opened at about 19:45.
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The new induced pluripotent porcine stem cell line (iPS) enables the company to continue diversifying its species portfolio and accelerate its market readiness for cultured pork production
REHOVOT, Israel, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Steakholder Foods Ltd. (Nasdaq: STKH) (formerly MeaTech 3D: $MITC), an international deep-tech food company at the forefront of the cultured meat industry, is pleased to announce that it will begin developing cultured pork products from a new line of iPS porcine cells.
The new stem cell line was derived from sampled cells that were reprogrammed back into an embryonic-like pluripotent state. This enables one cell bank to become an unlimited and highly scalable source for developing any type of muscle or fat cells for cultured meat production.
Steakholder Foods has partnered with a leading iPS cell line provider in order to shorten its development timeline for structured pork products, such as bacon, pork chops and ham. Through a unique process of cell cultivation and 3D bioprinting, the company expects to achieve the taste, texture and mouthfeel of conventional pork.
Steakholder Foods' proprietary 3D-bioprinting technology can produce structured meat with any muscle-to-fat ratio at an industrial rate of production and with pinpoint precision based on any desired shape, width or design.
Steakholder Foods will also produce ground pork products and pork biomass as an ingredient for hybrid food products, such as meatballs.
Steakholder Foods' venture into cultured pork adds to the company's already diverse product development activities which include cultured beef, chicken, fish, and seafood.
Arik Kaufman, Steakholder Foods' Chief Executive Officer & Founder: "We are very excited to be adding porcine to our portfolio of species. Pork has tremendous market potential being that it is widely recognized as the most popular meat in the world."
About Steakholder Foods
Steakholder Foods Ltd., formerly MeaTech 3D Ltd., is an international deep-tech food company at the forefront of the cultured meat revolution. The company initiated activities in 2019 and is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker "STKH" (formally MITC). Steakholder Foods maintains facilities in Rehovot, Israel and Antwerp, Belgium and is in the process of expanding activities to the US.
The company is developing a slaughter-free solution for producing a variety of beef, chicken, pork, and seafood products — both as raw materials and whole cuts — as an alternative to industrialized farming and fishing. With its membership in the UN Global Compact, Steakholder Foods is committed to act in support of issues embodied in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which include strengthening food security, decreasing carbon footprint, and conserving water and land resources.
For more information, please visit: https://steakholderfoods.com
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VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GameOn Entertainment Technologies Inc. (CSE: GET) (OTCQB: GMETF), a leading game technology company partnered with the world's biggest IPs to launch, operate, and monetize web3 games, today announces a partnership with RDB Car Club. The web3 project is a partnership between RDB LA, a celebrity-favorite auto body shop with millions of YouTube views, and Blockchn Media Inc, the all female-owned public relations agency to top tier web3 companies.
RDB LA customers include model Kendall Jenner, NFL Super Bowl champion Jalen Ramsey, eight-time NBA All-Star Dwight Howard, and singer-songwriter sensations Khalid and Billie Eilish. As part of the partnership, RDB Car Club will license GameOn's technology to hyperfuel web3 engagement, retention, and revenue, in particular for their recently-launched NFT collection. GameOn will also receive 10% equity ownership in the RDB Car Club project, including 10% revenue share on all NFT sales from the effective date.
"We're thrilled to enter the auto category to help drive engagement, retention, and monetization for RDB Car Club," said Matt Bailey, CEO of GameOn. "We continue to showcase the flexibility of our content-agnostic platform - onboarding new partners, securing recurring revenue, and adding to our bottom line. Our foot is on the profitability pedal!"
RDB Car Club and RDB LA CEO Mano Yeghikian said, "The feeling of excitement is mutual. As a long time gamer it has been a childhood dream to see my cars in a game. This transition into the gaming industry seemed like a natural progression for the RDB ecosystem. There is no better company to bring value to my community than the GameOn team."
As part of GameOn's broader initiative to expand within the web3 ecosystem, the company expects to capitalize on all avenues of its partnerships which include, but are not limited to: upfront setup fees, recurring monthly license fees, and revenue share from the initial mint and ongoing secondary sales of NFTs. With partners like Chibi Dinos, Tetavi, and now RDB Car Club, GameOn continues to leverage this tailwind with its growing portfolio of web3 partners.
On Behalf of the Board of Directors:
Matt Bailey, Director & Chief Executive Officer
GameOn Entertainment Technologies Inc.
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GameOn (CSE: GET) (OTCQB: GMETF) partners with the world's biggest sports, media, and entertainment IPs to launch brand-building, money-making web3 games. We turn fans into superfans - engaging, retaining, and monetizing audiences, and getting upside in the entire economic cycle of web3 games. With a diverse team of web3, gaming, sports, and media veterans with experience at Take-Two Interactive, Twitch, EA, Dapper Labs, and the Brooklyn Nets, GameOn works with broadcasters, TV networks, streaming platforms, leagues, tournaments, and web3 companies to launch best-in-class web3 games. Customers include NBCUniversal, Bravo, MX Player, Chibi Dinos, and Gaming Society.
RDB Car Club LLC. is a web3 gaming company in partnership with RDB LA and Blockchn Media Inc. With over 35 years of family experience in the auto collision industry and a Celebrity favorite for custom design & build, it was a natural progression for the founders of RDB LA to take the leap into the web3 industry. Holders can use one of the 5,000 custom luxury car NFTs in the official RDB Car Club mobile game or race their RDB NFT car in a play and earn game launching mid 2023. Learn more on our website.
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Serious pregnancy complications are rare in the United States but they still affect thousands of women each year.
They may endanger the health of the mother, fetus or both. Many are more common in Black patients and contribute to their disproportionately high maternal mortality rate.
Severe cases may force patients and their physicians to consider abortions, but laws enacted or proposed since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June have limited that option.
At least 19 states with abortion restrictions allow exemptions if the mother develops a condition with severe or life-threatening health consequences, but determining whether either situation exists can be a challenging judgment call. Physicians have said they feel new abortion limits are forcing them to let patients with complications deteriorate.
Here’s a look at some of the most common pregnancy complications that could lead a doctor to recommend an abortion:
PREECLAMPSIA
A serious high blood pressure condition that can develop suddenly in pregnancy, typically during the second half, is called preeclampsia.
It develops in about 1 in 25 pregnancies. Symptoms include swollen limbs, headaches and blurred vision.
In addition to elevated blood pressure, patients may develop kidney problems. In severe cases, fluid in the lungs, seizures or strokes may occur.
Treatment may include hospitalization, along with medicines to lower blood pressure and promote fetal lung development. Ending the pregnancy by inducing delivery or with an abortion may be recommended when the mother’s life is in danger.
PREMATURE RUPTURE OF MEMBRANES
Membranes in the fluid-filled amniotic sac that surrounds the fetus often rupture or break at the start of childbirth — commonly called water breaking. In at least 3% of pregnancies, the sac ruptures too early, often leading to preterm birth.
The condition increases chances for a uterine infection. Doctors may recommend ending the pregnancy, especially if water breaks before 24 weeks, when infant survival chances are slim.
Instead of abortion, doctors could monitor the patients and closely watch for signs of infection. But risks of severe maternal complications are greatly increased and chances of a successful birth are small, recent studies have shown.
ECTOPIC PREGNANCIES
Ectopic pregnancies are when a fertilized egg grows outside the womb, often in a fallopian tube. It happens in about 2% of U.S. pregnancies.
There is no chance for the embryo to survive, but it can cause the tube to burst, leading to dangerous internal bleeding.
Treatment for less severe cases may include medication that stops the embryo from growing, ending the pregnancy. Otherwise surgery is done, sometimes requiring removing the affected tube.
Doctors emphasize that treatment for ectopic pregnancies is not the same as an abortion.
Some politicians who oppose abortions have suggested that ectopic pregnancies could be reimplanted in the uterus, sometimes citing two unsubstantiated case reports published decades apart in medical journals. Experts say any such attempts would damage the embryo and could not result in a successful pregnancy.
PLACENTA ABRUPTION
The placenta is a crucial structure that develops in pregnancy and attaches to the uterine wall, connecting with the umbilical cord to help nourish the fetus.
In about 1 in 100 pregnancies, the placenta separates prematurely from the womb, after about 20 weeks of pregnancy. That can pose a life-threatening risk to the fetus and can cause dangerous maternal bleeding.
Inducing childbirth or ending the pregnancy may be recommended.
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KTX-1001 is a first-in-class, potent, and selective inhibitor of multiple myeloma SET domain (MMSET) for the treatment of patients with relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma
Company expects to initiate a Phase 1 clinical trial in 2H2022
World-class clinical and medical experts in myeloma research to support development of KTX-1001
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- K36 Therapeutics, Inc. ("K36"), a privately held biotechnology company developing novel targeted therapies for the unmet medical needs of cancer patients, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared its Investigational New Drug (IND) Application for the Company's lead program KTX-1001. KTX-1001 is an investigational small molecule methyltransferase inhibitor of multiple myeloma SET domain known as MMSET, a major regulator of chromatin structure and transcription in multiple myeloma. K36 plans to initiate a Phase 1 clinical trial in the second half of 2022 to establish the safety, tolerability and preliminary efficacy of KTX-1001 in patients with relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma, enriching for patients who have the genetic translocation t(4;14).
K36 also announced the formation of its Clinical Advisory Board comprised of Drs. Jesus Berdeja, Shaji Kumar, Thomas Martin, María-Victoria Mateos, Noopur Raje, David Siegel and Suzanne Trudel.
"We are proud to announce the clearance of our first IND following the initial 30-day FDA review, officially marking our transition to a clinical-stage company in only 16 months since company inception. This achievement demonstrates our team's efficiency and focus toward our goal of advancing KTX-1001 and positively impacting the lives of patients and families suffering from multiple myeloma," said Terry Connolly, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of K36. "Along with this significant milestone, I am delighted to announce the establishment of our Clinical Advisory Board, bringing together a group of leading experts with deep expertise in developing breakthrough therapies for the treatment of multiple myeloma. This Board will complement the exceptional experience of our internal team and Dr. Lori Kunkel, our Independent Director."
K36's Clinical Advisory Board includes:
Jesus Berdeja, M.D., Director of Myeloma Research, Sarah Cannon Research Institute at Tennessee Oncology, Nashville, TN
Shaji Kumar, M.D., Consultant, Division of Hematology, Professor of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Thomas Martin, M.D., Clinical Professor of Medicine, Adult Leukemia and Bone Marrow Transplantation Program, and Associate Director, Myeloma Program, University of San Francisco, Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, San Francisco, CA
María-Victoria Mateos, M.D. Ph.D., Consultant Physician in the Haematology Department and Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Salamanca, Spain
Noopur Raje, M.D., Director, Center for Multiple Myeloma, Professor of Medicine, Harvard, Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, Boston, MA
David Siegel, M.D., Ph.D., Chief of the Multiple Myeloma Division, John Theurer Cancer Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ
Suzanne Trudel, M.D., M.Sc., Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Toronto, Clinician Scientist, Princess Margaret Hospital Cancer Centre, Toronto, Canada
"There remains a significant unmet need for new and more effective therapies that can benefit high-risk myeloma patients such as those with translocation t(4;14)," said Noopur Raje, M.D. "As we use expanded combinations in early lines, there is a need for new classes of agents like KTX-1001."
"BCMA T cell redirecting therapies and the use of quadruplet therapy in myeloma are incredible advances but still have not leveled the playing field for high-risk multiple myeloma patients," added Jesus Berdeja, M.D. "There is still a need for novel precision therapeutics such as KTX-1001, and we are excited to be a part of bringing this first-in-class agent into Phase 1 testing."
K36 expects to enroll approximately 50 patients in the Phase 1 study, including an expansion cohort that will recruit patients with the genetic translocation t(4;14).
About KTX-1001
KTX-1001 is a novel, first-in-class, potent, and selective methyltransferase inhibitor of the catalytic activity of lysine H3K36. It is an investigational and orally administered small molecule being developed initially for the treatment of relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma, with a focus on patients with the t(4;14) translocation.
About the KTX-1001 Phase 1 Clinical Trial
The Phase 1 clinical trial is a single-arm, open-label study in subjects with relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma. It is a multi-part clinical trial with dose escalation followed by an expansion cohort in patients with the genetic translocation t(4;14) to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and preliminary efficacy of different doses of KTX-1001.
About K36 Therapeutics, Inc.
Founded in February 2021, K36 is a privately held biotech company. Investors include F-Prime Capital, Atlas Venture, and Eight Roads Venture Capital. Our mission is to translate epigenetic modulation of oncogenic pathways into first-in-class small molecule therapeutics for the benefit of cancer patients worldwide.
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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A modified tuberculosis vaccine developed at Texas Biomedical Research Institute could help treat a form of bladder cancer, called non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, without strong side effects. Results in mouse models and human cells show promising results and pave the way for human clinical trials. The research, conducted with UT Health San Antonio, was published in the journal Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy.
"I'm hopeful that with grant or industry support, we can move this right along to clinical trials and explore this treatment for patients who don't have options other than bladder removal," says Robert S. Svatek, MD, a urologic oncologist at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio and co-senior paper author.
Each year in the United States, about 61,700 men and 19,480 women get bladder cancer, and about 17,100 deaths due to the disease occur, according to the American Cancer Society. It is the fourth most common type of cancer in men. About 75% of bladder cancer cases are classified as non-muscle invasive, which means the cancer affects the tissue lining the inner surface of the bladder, but not the bladder muscle.
The Mycobacterium bovis bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine was developed for tuberculosis (TB) in the 1920s, and has also been used to treat non-muscle invasive bladder cancer since the late 1970s by stimulating an immune response at the cancer site. It was one of the first cancer immunotherapies and is more effective than chemotherapy for this type of cancer – but up to 84% of patients cannot tolerate the strong side effects and don't complete the three years of BCG treatment. The last option is to remove the bladder, which leads to reduced quality of life.
"Imagine that there's this great drug that works really well, but you're not able to tolerate it," Dr. Svatek says.
Texas Biomed Professor Jordi B. Torrelles, PhD, specializes in TB, and has been working on a modified BCG vaccine for the past six years to improve TB treatment in the lungs. Specifically, Dr. Torrelles and his team remove certain lipids from the cell envelopes of the bacteria in the BCG vaccine. This "delipidated" vaccine still triggers the body to produce well-regulated immune responses, but reduces overzealous inflammation that causes severe tissue damage.
"It is more targeted and allows for a longer, slower response, which makes it more effective," Dr. Torrelles says.
Thanks to a San Antonio Medical Foundation grant, Dr. Torrelles was able to team up with Dr. Svatek and Hong Dixon, PhD, a research scientist specializing in drug development at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), to test the modified vaccine for bladder cancer.
Dr. Torrelles and his lab made two versions of the delipidated vaccine based on different TB bacteria strains: sub-strain TICE developed in the U.S., and sub-strain Tokyo developed in Japan.
Dr. Svatek's lab conducted the tests in a mouse model of bladder cancer and in cells collected from human cancer patients. Both versions were equally effective compared with the original vaccine at killing cancer, but the modified Tokyo version caused less inflammation and fewer side effects than the TICE version.
"We were not expecting such a clear difference between the strains," says Dr. Torrelles, who has patented the modified vaccine for bladder cancer.
Now, the collaborators plan to seek funding for a phase 1 clinical trial in human patients. "Since this is based on an already FDA-approved treatment, we are hopeful it can proceed in a timely way," Dr. Torrelles says.
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — Jurors return Tuesday for their first full day of deliberations in the trial of two men accused of hatching a plan to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, the government’s second shot at getting convictions in a case that emerged just before the 2020 presidential election.
Prosecutors said some of the best evidence against Adam Fox and Barry Croft Jr. came from their own words, either written by them or secretly recorded by FBI agents and informants during weeks of surveillance in three states.
Defense lawyers, meanwhile, pounced on the FBI in their closing arguments, linking any scheme to rogue operatives, not a band of anti-government rebels.
Jury deliberations will resume Tuesday following an afternoon of work Monday.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Nils Kessler reminded the jury how Fox, Croft and others took a night ride to Elk Rapids, Michigan, to see Whitmer’s lakeside vacation home and a bridge that could be blown up to obstruct police.
“Look at how close they were, yards away from her house. They didn’t need a helicopter. They didn’t need a boat even,” said Kessler, referring to other ideas that were tossed around. “They needed a pickup truck, duct tape and rope. They had everything they needed.”
Fox, 39, and Croft, 46, are on trial for a second time, after a jury in April couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict but acquitted two other men. Two more pleaded guilty.
“‘Which governor is going to be dragged off and hung for treason first?’” Kessler said, quoting Croft.
“Any governor would do,” the prosecutor said. “By the end of June, he was telling people Michigan’s government is a target of opportunity, and God knows the governor needs to be hung. He didn’t just want to kidnap her. He wanted to have his own trial and execute her.”
The ultimate goal: a second American Revolution, Kessler said.
But defense lawyers have portrayed Fox and Croft as “big talkers,” a bumbling, foul-mouthed, marijuana-smoking pair exercising free speech and incapable of leading anything as extraordinary as the abduction of a public official.
“In America, the FBI is not supposed to create domestic terrorists so that the FBI can arrest them,” Fox attorney Christopher Gibbons told the jury. “The FBI isn’t supposed to create a conspiracy so the FBI can stand up and claim a disruption.”
He said Fox was “isolated, broke, homeless,” living in the basement of a vacuum store in the Grand Rapids area.
Croft’s attorney, Joshua Blanchard, offered a similar assessment in a searing attack on the FBI’s tactics.
“You don’t have to agree with Barry’s politics. I surely don’t,” Blanchard said. “But we should all agree that the principles of truth and justice are the foundation that our country is built upon. The FBI has told us the truth doesn’t matter to them. … You have the power to put a stop to that today.”
Croft is a trucker from Bear, Delaware.
Whitmer, a Democrat, has blamed then-President Donald Trump for stoking mistrust and fomenting anger over coronavirus restrictions and refusing to condemn hate groups and right-wing extremists like those charged in the plot.
Over the weekend, she said she hadn’t been following the second trial but remains concerned about “violent rhetoric in this country.”
Trump recently called the kidnapping plan a “fake deal.”
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White reported from Detroit.
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Woman dies after car crashes onto railway track near London's Park Royal underground station
A 33-year-old woman has died after the car she was travelling in crashed into a Tesla, left the road and went onto a railway track in London, police say.
Key points:
- A 33-year-old woman has died after the car she was travelling in crashed into a stationary Tesla and went onto the railway tracks
- Police believe the woman was a passenger in the Range Rover
- The crash near Park Royal underground station caused services to be suspended on the Piccadilly Line
Greater London's Metropolitan Police said emergency services were called to the crash near the Park Royal underground station on the Piccadilly Line just before 4am on Monday.
"It was reported that two cars, a Range Rover and a Tesla, had been involved in a collision and the Range Rover had left the road and gone onto the railway line," a police spokesman said.
"It is believed that the Tesla was stationary at the time."
The police spokesman said the woman, believed to have been a passenger in the Range Rover, died at the scene.
The driver of the Range Rover, a 23-year-old man, was taken to hospital in a critical condition, police said.
Another passenger in the Range Rover, a 26-year-old woman, sustained non life-threatening injuries.
The police spokesman said a 56-year-old man, believed to have been with the stationary Tesla, was treated for non life-threatening injuries.
The crash forced a section of the Piccadilly Line to be suspended and the A40 westbound was closed.
Police are calling for witnesses to call the serious collision investigation unit.
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The economy is trying to take us for a ride.
Numbers like these can give economists whiplash, making it harder for them to sketch out a coherent picture of the state of the economy and its direction. They are causing some headaches at the Federal Reserve, which is grappling with how to land the country from its flight of high inflation without crashing it into the ground.
While some of these discrepancies might be dismissed as bad data — an inordinate amount of noise from the momentous shocks produced by the coronavirus pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine — they might also tell us something real, rejiggering economic relationships in a way that will complicate the policy response.
“There is measurement noise,” Jason Furman from Harvard’s Kennedy School told me. But “something very weird is going on in the underlying economy.”
Even the standard noise that regularly shows up in the data seems stranger than usual. For instance, GDP is, by definition, equal to gross domestic income. Somebody’s purchase is someone else’s sale.
A modest gap often emerges between readings of the two because they are measured in different ways. But these days the gap is a gaping chasm, wider than anything we have ever seen: While GDP shrank 1.6% in the first quarter, GDI grew 1.8%.
The current thinking seems to be that the GDP reading in the first quarter was off — distorted by some weirdness in inventory accumulation and foreign trade, which are not really central to our understanding of underlying economic strength.
If GDI is “right” and GDP growth turns out to have declined less, or even grown a tad, in the first three months of the year, cleaning up the mismatch between these data would make better sense of the underlying trends. But GDP would have to be hoisted up by a great deal in the last two reported quarters to mesh with standard interpretations of the relationship between economic growth and employment.
Indeed, if the GDP reading is correct, real output per hour of work at nonfarm businesses would have declined 6% over the last two quarters, at an annual rate. Labor productivity has never fallen this abruptly since we started measuring it after the end of the Second World War.
The minutes of the July meeting of the Fed’s brass, released on Wednesday, suggest an institution that is not super sure of its footing: It pretty much assured investors that it will keep raising interest rates until it has evidence that they are slowing the rate of price increases, even if that requires job losses, but it also emphasized the risk of overly aggressive tightening.
To their credit, navigating the crosscurrents is tough when the data misbehaves. How should the Fed interpret a seeming swing in GDP from an expansion of 6.9%, in the fourth quarter of 2021, to a 1.6% contraction in the next? What should it conclude from the fact that real wages are falling but, because of the decline in productivity, unit labor costs are rising faster than prices? Things that usually move together are now moving in the opposite direction: Falling unemployment is usually accompanied by rising job openings. These days both are going down.
We have faced seemingly inconsistent economic dynamics before. We gave them a name in the 1960s: “stagflation,” to describe a then-unprecedented mix of shrinking economic output and high inflation in Britain. But we haven’t had to use the term in half a century.
Since the financial crisis the Fed has had the comfort of knowing unequivocally in which direction to move the temperature gauge, either hot or cold. These days, it has to look down both sides of the street.
“There is an inherent tension,” said Michael Strain, an economist at the American Enterprise Institute who has written for Bloomberg Opinion. “The less the economy weakens on its own, the more the Fed has to tighten. And a big risk is the Fed overtightening.”
Perhaps one can build a congruent narrative in which the seeming inconsistencies straighten out. Businesses might simply be exhibiting whiplash of their own, Furman said, hiring like mad to compensate for their inability last year to hire fast enough to meet rising demand. It might just be a matter of a month or two for them to realize that demand is cooling and to cut back on the hiring.
Why was hiring so difficult? Well, the $2 trillion American Rescue Plan passed in the early days of Joe Biden’s presidency, on the heels of $3.1 trillion in economic stimulus from the Trump administration, fattened workers’ bank accounts to the point that they didn’t have to take the first crappy job on offer — and could stay out of the labor market until a better deal appeared, with better pay.
Covid-19’s shock to supply chains as countries locked down surely contributed to the burst of inflation, even if it was primarily fueled by over-stimulated demand. So did the shift in demand to products from services as people hunkered down to avoid Covid, and the “revenge spending,” as the fear over Covid receded, on everything from restaurant meals to airline tickets.
These unusual patterns of behavior could peter out in time — taking the economy back to when it was easier to read. Long Covid might keep some people out of the labor force. The experience of the last few years might have pushed more folks in the 55-plus range into retirement. But otherwise, normality would look pretty much like it did three or four years ago.
Or maybe not. Fact is, some surprises are probably still in store. Take the emerging battle over workers’ return to the office. We haven’t quite gotten our head around that one. Some economists argue that working from home will boost productivity. Others argue that it will make us less productive.
I guess we’ll find out.
More From Other Writers at Bloomberg Opinion:
• Powell Will Face a Tough Audience in Jackson Hole: Bill Dudley
• The End of the Retail Recession Is Good, or Maybe Bad: Conor Sen
• This Economy Is Proving Too Complicated for Economists: Jared Dillian
This column does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the editorial board or Bloomberg LP and its owners.
Eduardo Porter is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering Latin America, US economic policy and immigration. He is the author of “American Poison: How Racial Hostility Destroyed Our Promise” and “The Price of Everything: Finding Method in the Madness of What Things Cost.”
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City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) Band have announced the signing of Claire Westacott as their new flugel ahead of their appearance at the National Finals at the Royal Albert Hall in October.
Previously holding the role with the likes of Rothwell, City of Bradford and Hammonds, she takes over the role FROM Cerys Hughes after playing cornet with the band for the last twelve months.
Integral part
Musical Director, Christopher Bond told 4BR: "We would like to thank Cerys for her contribution at a time which has seen considerable success. Claire has been an integral part of the band during that time as great player and member.
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TRUCKEE, Calif. -- A body found in a Northern California reservoir is believed to be that of 16-year-old Kiely Rodni, who went missing weeks ago after attending a large party at a Sierra Nevada campground, authorities said Monday.
Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon told a press conference that the body had not been identified yet but "we believe it is our missing person." The body was found when the teen's submerged car was located, but officials offered no theory of how it ended up in the water.
Volunteer divers with a sonar-equipped group called Adventures With Purpose said they found Rodni of Truckee, Calif., on Sunday inside her car, which they said came to rest upside down under about 14 feet of water in Prosser Reservoir, about 55 feet offshore.
Adventures with Purpose search members Doug Bishop and Nick Rinn briefly described the search in a Facebook livestream Monday. Rinn said they were limited in the scope of details they could release.
Bishop said they put two sonar boats in the water at 10:40 a.m., and by 11:15 a.m., Rinn detected an object. Bishop said he was able to confirm it was a vehicle. Rinn put on his gear and dove to examine the car.
"Once we confirmed it was indeed Kiely's vehicle we immediately notified family, law enforcement, and [the teen's] dad and grandpa were on scene within minutes," Bishop said.
Nevada County sheriff's Capt. Sam Brown said the law enforcement task force now needs to determine how and why divers found Rodni's body despite searches in the area by the task force. He said it was not yet clear whether the volunteer group had better equipment or advanced training -- or both -- that the sheriffs' offices and other agencies may not have.
Brown also noted among changed conditions the reservoir's water level has dropped as much as 4 feet since Aug. 6.
He did not say whether police believe she drove into the lake or could have been a victim of foul play. An autopsy is scheduled for today.
Rodni was last seen alive Aug. 6 near the Prosser Family Campground in Truckee, attending a party with hundreds of young people, authorities said. The campground is at the reservoir in the Sierra Nevada, about 165 miles northeast of San Francisco.
Friends and family feared she had been kidnapped. Her phone had been out of service since the party and her 2013 silver Honda CR-V had not been found.
Marine units from three local sheriff's offices searched the reservoir. The search grew to a wide area of California and Nevada and involved at least 16 local, state and federal enforcement agencies.
Rodni's car probably traveled 75 feet from the shoreline on the day it went into the reservoir -- a long distance for divers to cover initially, said Shane Weinreis, president and dive officer of Montana-based U.S. Water Rescue Dive Team. But as the water level dropped several feet the shoreline expanded, meaning the distance from the water to the car decreased to a more reasonable distance.
Dozens of family and friends also searched and offered a $50,000 reward. Authorities did not know Monday if Adventures with Purpose would receive the reward.
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TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady returned to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday, ending what has been described as an 11-day, prearranged break from training camp for personal reasons.
The seven-time Super Bowl champion didn’t address the media after practicing. Teammates and coach Todd Bowles said the 45-year-old quarterback was sharp throwing the ball and essentially took up where he left off when he left the team on Aug. 11.
“If anybody can get away with the 11-day break during training camp, it’s Tom,” tight end Cameron Brate said. “He came back, kind of firing on all cylinders again. We’re all excited he’s back and ready to move on.”
While he was away, Brady missed two preseason games that Bowles said the quarterback would not have played in even if he were with the team.
The coach said the break had been planned since well before the start of training camp last month.
“His presence is different, just the leader he is, the type of guy he is,” linebacker Lavonte David said. “It’s great to have a guy like that back. He came back ready to take off where he left off.”
In Brady’s absence, backup Blaine Gabbert and third-stringer Kyle Trask shared most of the snaps in practice and during preseason losses to the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. Bowles said it has not been determined if — or how much — Brady might play in Saturday night’s preseason finale at Indianapolis.
The quarterback’s return comes as the Bucs continue to deal with injuries to an offensive line facing the prospect of entering the Sept. 11 season opener with at least two new starters. Center Ryan Jensen was lost to a knee injury on the second day of camp and left guard Aaron Stinnie suffered a season-ending knee injury against the Titans last weekend.
Bowles said the biggest thing Brady missed during his time away was some conditioning.
“He’s very familiar with the offense. So him coming back in, and us getting back to work, is kind of normal,” the coach said.
“Any time you have all your guys back, you feel good,” Bowles added. “Especially after the injury bug we’ve had lately, we’re glad to have him back.”
Stinnie, who was competing for the opening on the offensive line created by the surprise retirement of Ali Marpet, and linebacker Cam Gill (foot) were placed on injured reserve Monday.
Second-year pro Robert Hainsey is the leading option to open the season at center.
With Stinnie out, rookie Luke Goedeke and second-year pro Nick Leverett will compete for the left guard job, although there’s still a possibility the team could try to find outside help.
“We like our in-home options, but there has got to be a player available for us to like to add a player,” Bowles said. “We’re not just going to sign one to sign one.”
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TOKYO (AP) — Global shares were mixed Tuesday amid speculation about another interest rate raise by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Benchmarks in Asia finished lower in Japan, Australia, South Korea and China, but European indexes were mixed, rising in France and Germany while falling in Britain. Oil prices rose.
France’s CAC 40 added 0.2% in early trading to 6,391.76. Germany’s DAX rose 0.3% to 13,265.61. Britain’s FTSE 100 fell 0.4% to 7,503.25. U.S. shares were set to drift higher with Dow futures up 0.3% at 33,145.00. S&P 500 futures were up 0.3% at 4,153.25.
Investors are grappling with uncertainty over when the highest U.S. inflation in decades will ease significantly, how much the U.S. Fed will have to raise interest rates in order to get it under control and how much the rate hikes will slow the economy.
Investors will be looking for insight into these unknowns later this week, when the Federal Reserve holds its annual meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
“The downbeat mood in Wall Street is playing out in the Asia session as well, and although another round of rate cuts to the benchmark lending rate in China yesterday may aid to cushion some losses, overall upside could still remain limited amid the shunning of risks,” said Yeap Jun Rong, market strategist at IG in Singapore.
The People’s Bank of China cut a lending rate Monday, a week after it cut interest rates.
Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 lost 1.2% to finish at 28,452.75. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 slid 1.2% to 6,961.80. South Korea’s Kospi dipped 1.1% to 2,435.34. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng shed 0.8% to 19,503.25, while the Shanghai Composite was little changed, inching down less than 0.1% at 3,276.22.
“Investors are being cautious as continuous risk-off flows have hit global markets,” said Anderson Alves at ActivTrades, noting that rising gas prices were a big risk, especially for Europe.
Bond yields gained ground. The yield on the 10-year Treasury, which influences rates on home mortgages and other loans, rose to 3.03% from 2.97% late Friday.
The broader market’s losses come on the heels of a weekslong rally. Investors are trying to figure out where the economy goes from here as stubbornly hot inflation hurts businesses and consumers. Record-high inflation also has investors focusing on central banks and their efforts to fight high prices without further damaging economic growth.
“You’ve had quite a rally and there’s reason to not be sure where we’re going from here,” said Tom Martin, senior portfolio manager with Globalt Investments. “There’s still decent potential for a recession.”
Minutes last week from the Federal Reserve’s July board meeting affirmed plans for more rate hikes despite signs of weaker economic activity. Traders worry aggressive steps to slow the economy might go too far and bring on a recession.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell is scheduled to give a speech on Friday morning at the central bank’s annual meeting. The Fed is holding its meeting following a heavy week of company and economic data that showed inflation is still squeezing the economy, but consumer spending remains resilient.
“I don’t think we’re out of the woods yet on inflation,” Martin said. “We still don’t really know how inflation is going to pan out and what the Fed is going to do.”
In energy trading, benchmark U.S. crude rose $1.25 to $91.61 a barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, added $1.01 to $97.49 a barrel.
In currency trading, the U.S. dollar fell to 137.26 Japanese yen from 137.49 yen. The euro was little changed at 99 cents.
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AP Business Writers Damian J. Troise and Alex Veiga contributed.
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Life expectancy dropped in 2020 in every US state, mainly due to COVID: CDC
Posted/updated on: August 23, 2022 at 6:21 am(ATLANTA) -- Every state saw a decline in life expectancy during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new federal data published Tuesday.
The report, from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics, looked at death data for 2020, the last year for which complete data is available.
Results found that life expectancy declined in all 50 states and the District of Columbia from 2019 to 2020, mainly due to COVID and "unintentional injuries," such as drug overdoses, according to the report.
States with the highest life expectancy were predominantly in the West and Northeast, while states with the lowest life expectancy tended to be in the South, CDC data found.
For the United States overall, life expectancy at birth was 77.0 years -- a decrease of 1.8 years from the life expectancy of 78.8 years in 2020.
When broken down by state, Hawaii had the highest life expectancy at 80.7 years while Mississippi had the lowest at 71.9 years, the report said.
Aside from Hawaii, in the top five were Washington, Minnesota, California and Massachusetts. Meanwhile, rounding out the bottom five were West Virginia, Louisiana, Alabama and Kentucky.
The report found that women had an overall higher life expectancy than men at 79.9 years compared to 74.2. What's more, in every state and D.C., women had a higher life expectancy than men, according to the report.
Hawaii and Mississippi kept their respective highest and lowest ranks when it came to life expectancy for men and women.
In Hawaii, men had a life expectancy of 77.6 years in 2020 and women had a life expectancy of 83.8 years. In Mississippi, men had a life expectancy of 68.6 years in comparison with the life expectancy of women at 75.2 years.
The report also looked at life expectancy after adults reached age 65, when they are considered senior citizens. Overall, in the U.S., adults were projected to live an additional 18.5 years after reaching age 65 in 2020.
Once again, the Aloha State and the Magnolia State had the highest and lowest life expectancy at 21.0 additional years and 16.1 additional years, respectively.
The report also found that life expectancy dropped in every single state from 2019 to 2020.
New York saw the biggest drop from 80.7 years to 77.7 years, and Hawaii saw the smallest drop from 80.9 years to 80.7 years.
Additionally, the report found that, generally, states in the South, as well as well-populated states like Illinois and New Jersey, had the biggest drops in life expectancy from 2019 to 2020, while states in New England and the West had the lowest declines.
"Overall, life expectancy in the United States declined by 1.8 years from 2019 to 2020, mostly due to the COVID-19 pandemic and increases in unintentional injuries (mainly drug overdose deaths)," the authors wrote.
According to a CDC report published earlier this year, COVID-19 was the third-leading cause of death in 2020, leading to more than 350,000 deaths.
Meanwhile, annual drug overdose deaths have been rising. In 2020, more than 83,500 people died from drug overdoses, a record high at the time, according to the National Safety Council.
The CDC did not immediately respond to ABC News' request for comment.
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