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BEIRUT (AP) — Forty years since Hezbollah was founded at the height of Israel’s 1982 invasion of Lebanon, the group has morphed from a ragtag organization to the largest and most heavily armed militant group in the Middle East.
The Iranian-armed and funded Hezbollah, which has marked the anniversary with ceremonies in its strongholds in recent weeks, dominates Lebanon’s politics and plays an instrumental role in spreading Tehran’s influence throughout the Arab world.
But the Shiite powerhouse, once praised around the Arab world for unrelentingly standing against Israel, faces deep criticism on multiple fronts.
At home in Lebanon, a significant part of the population opposes its grip on power and accuses it of using the threat of force to prevent change. Across the region, many resent its military interventions in Iraq and in Syria’s civil war, where it helped tip the balance of power in favor of President Bashar Assad’s forces.
There is no specific date on when Hezbollah was founded, starting as a small, shadowy group of fighters helped by Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard. But the group says it happened during the summer of 1982.
The 40th anniversary comes this year as Hezbollah officials have warned of a possible new war with Israel over the disputed gas-rich maritime border between Lebanon and Israel.
Over the years, Hezbollah has boosted its military power. It boasts of having 100,000 well-trained fighters. And now its leader says they have precision-guided missiles that can hit anywhere in Israel and prevent ships from reaching Israel’s Mediterranean coast, as well as advanced drones that can either strike or gather intelligence.
“Hezbollah has evolved tremendously in the past four decades in its organizational structure, global reach, and regional involvements,” says Middle East analyst Joe Macaron.
Hezbollah’s biggest achievement over the past 40 years was its guerrilla war against Israeli forces occupying parts of southern Lebanon. When Israel’s army was forced to withdraw in May 2000 — without a peace deal like the ones it reached with Egypt, Jordan and the Palestinians — the victory brought Hezbollah praise from around the Middle East.
“Who would have imagined that our enemy could be defeated?” Hezbollah’s chief spokesman Mohammed Afif said a press conference held in July to mark the anniversary.
But since the withdrawal, the controversy over Hezbollah has steadily grown as its role has changed.
In 2005, Lebanon’s former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri, the most powerful Sunni politician in the country at the time, was killed in a massive truck bomb in Beirut. A U.N.-backed tribunal accused three Hezbollah members of being behind the assassination. Hezbollah denies the charges.
Hezbollah was blamed for other assassinations that followed, mostly targeting Christians and Sunni Muslim politicians and intellectuals critical of the group. Hezbollah denies the accusations.
“Hezbollah’s danger to Lebanon is huge,” says journalist and former Cabinet minister May Chidiac who lost an arm and a leg in a 2005 assassination attempt with explosives placed in her car. She said Hezbollah has been expanding Iran’s influence in Lebanon, “and this is a long-term plan that they have been working on for 40 years.”
Asked if Hezbollah is to blame for the attempt on her life, Chidiac said: “Of course. There is no doubt about that. All these assassinations are linked.”
Lebanese have been sharply divided by Hezbollah’s determination to keep its weapons since Israel’s withdrawal. Some call for its disarmament, saying only the state should have the right to carry weapons. Others support the group’s stance that it must continue to be able to defend against Israel.
Hezbollah fought Israel to a draw in a 34-day war in the summer of 2006. Israel today considers Hezbollah its most serious immediate threat, estimating that the militant group has some 150,000 rockets and missiles aimed at it.
In early July, the Israeli military shot down three unmanned aircraft launched by Hezbollah heading toward an area where an Israeli gas platform was recently installed in the Mediterranean Sea. Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah warned that Israel will not be allowed to benefit from its gas fields in the disputed maritime border area before a deal is reached with Lebanon.
Maj. Gen. Ori Gordin, the incoming head of Israel’s Northern Command, described Hezbollah as a “serious threat,” due to both its proximity to Israel and its arsenal.
“This is a very strong terror army,” he told The Associated Press in Jerusalem. “Not as strong as the Israeli military, not as strong as the Israeli air force. We are in a completely different place when it comes to our military capabilities. But it can do some significant damage. I have to say that.”
Afif, the Hezbollah spokesman, said that “as long as there is an aggression, there will be resistance.”
In 2008, the government of Western-backed Prime Minister Fouad Saniora decided to dismantle Hezbollah’s telecommunications network. Hezbollah responded by capturing by force Sunni neighborhoods in Beirut. It was the worst internal fighting since the 1975-90 civil war ended and marked a breach in Hezbollah’s pledge never to use its weapons at home.
Perhaps the most controversial decision Hezbollah has made was by sending thousands of fighters to Syria since 2013 to back Assad against opposition fighters, as well as against al-Qaida-linked fighters and the Islamic State group.
The intervention “meant becoming entangled in the internal conflict of a neighboring Arab country rather than fulfilling Hezbollah’s claimed mandate of resistance against Israel,” Macaron said.
Across the Arab world, it cemented an image of Hezbollah as a sectarian Shiite force fighting mainly Sunni insurgents and spreading Iran’s power.
Hezbollah was also accused of helping Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, leading at least six Arab countries to list the group as a terrorist organization.
Within Lebanon, Hezbollah has used its powerful support among the Shiite community and tough tactics to gain political dominance.
In 2016, it secured the election of its Christian ally Michel Aoun as president, then it and its allies won a parliament majority in subsequent elections.
But that also sealed its role as part of a governing system whose decades of corruption and mismanagement have been blamed for Lebanon’s economic collapse, starting in late 2019. With the currency crumbling and much of the population thrown into poverty, the political elite, which has been running Lebanon since the 1975-90 civil war ended, has resisted reforms.
Massive protests demanding the removal of those politicians began in late 2019, and days afterward, hundreds of Hezbollah supporters attacked the protesters in downtown Beirut, forcing them to flee. In October, Hezbollah supporters and a rival militia had an armed clash in Beirut over investigations into the 2020 devastating explosion at Beirut’s port.
Voters punished Hezbollah and its allies in this year’s elections, making them lose their parliamentary majority.
One former senior figure in Hezbollah, Sobhi Tufaili, pointed to the new image of the group as part of the system in a recent interview with a local TV station.
“There is a ship full of thieves,” he said, “and Hezbollah is its captain and protector.”
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Associated Press writer Josef Federman contributed to this report from Jerusalem. | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/ap-hezbollah-at-40-stronger-than-ever-but-has-more-enemies/ | 2022-09-01T16:27:20Z | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/ap-hezbollah-at-40-stronger-than-ever-but-has-more-enemies/ | true |
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Danielle formed Thursday in the Atlantic and is expected to become the first hurricane of an unusually quiet storm season.
But the storm is not currently a threat to any land.
The storm’s maximum sustained winds were near 40 mph (65 kph). Additional strengthening is forecast and the storm is expected to become a hurricane in two days or so, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
The storm is centered about 960 miles (1,545 kilometers) west of the Azores and is moving east near 2 mph (4 kph). The hurricane center said the storm is expected to meander in the Atlantic over the next few days.
The tropical storm comes amid what had been a calm hurricane season. It is the first time since 1941 that the Atlantic has gone from July 3 to the end of August with no named storm, Colorado State University hurricane researcher Phil Klotzbach had told The Associated Press earlier. | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/ap-tropical-storm-danielle-forms-in-the-atlantic/ | 2022-09-01T16:28:13Z | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/ap-tropical-storm-danielle-forms-in-the-atlantic/ | true |
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BRUSSELS (AP) — A new U.S. tax credit aimed at encouraging Americans to buy electric vehicles may backfire and limit choices for consumers because of concerns it's weighed against European Union manufacturers, the EU trade chief said Thursday.
Valdis Dombrovskis held a virtual meeting with his American counterpart Katherine Tai to address a wide range of trade issues, including the tax credit provision.
Democrats included the credit in the climate and health care policy law passed last month as a way to incentivize domestic battery and electric vehicle production. But manufacturers in Europe and South Korea, which sell millions of vehicles in the U.S., have threatened to lodge legal complaints with the World Trade Organization.
The law includes a tax credit of up to $7,500 that could be used to defray the cost of purchasing an electric vehicle. But to qualify for the full credit, the electric vehicle must contain a battery built in North America with 40% of the metals mined or recycled on the continent.
The European Commission said parts of the law can help fight climate change by accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels but the EU's executive branch said it is concerned by the “potential discriminatory nature of electric vehicle tax credit provision."
“While the EU aims to cooperate closely with the US in climate action, green measures should not be designed in a discriminatory, WTO-incompatible way," it said.
Dombrovskis recalled during the call that “that discriminating against EU manufacturers makes it much more difficult for them to contribute to the electrification of vehicles in the US, reduces the choice of US consumers when they wish to buy electric vehicles."
The EU Commission said both sides agreed to continue discussions on the topic.
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CHICAGO (WGN) — A group of migrants from Texas arrived at Chicago’s Union Station Wednesday night, according to Gov. Greg Abbott. The governor, citing the Biden administration and Chicago’s sanctuary city status, said that the city will now be a drop-off location.
In April, Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to charter buses to transport undocumented migrants from Texas to Washington D.C. Earlier in August, he directed that New York City be added as a second drop-off location.
According to the governor’s office, thousands of undocumented migrants have been transported to D.C. and New York City, providing “much-needed relief to Texas’ overwhelmed border communities.”
Abbott cited Chicago’s “Welcoming City Ordinance” as a reason why he selected it as the state’s third drop-off location.
“President Biden’s inaction at our southern border continues putting the lives of Texans — and Americans — at risk and is overwhelming our communities,” said Gov. Abbott in a statement. “To continue providing much-needed relief to our small, overrun border towns, Chicago will join fellow sanctuary cities Washington, D.C. and New York City as an additional drop-off location. Mayor Lightfoot loves to tout the responsibility of her city to welcome all regardless of legal status, and I look forward to seeing this responsibility in action as these migrants receive resources from a sanctuary city with the capacity to serve them.”
Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office released a statement Wednesday night saying they received approximately 60 migrant. He also described Gov. Abbott’s actions at “racist practices.”
“As a city, we are doing everything we can to ensure these immigrants and their families can receive shelter, food, and most importantly protection,” the statement read, in part. “This is not new; Chicago welcomes hundreds of migrants every year to our city and provides much-needed assistance. Unfortunately, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is without any shame or humanity. But ever since he put these racist practices of expulsion in place, we have been working with our community partners to ready the city to receive these individuals.” | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/texas-governor-sends-first-bus-of-undocumented-migrants-to-chicago/ | 2022-09-01T16:34:38Z | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/texas-governor-sends-first-bus-of-undocumented-migrants-to-chicago/ | false |
Five9 will resell the Aceyus VUE solution on the Five9 CX Marketplace, providing actionable data to contact centers.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aceyus, a global leader in customer experience, reporting, and analytics, is excited to announce an expanded partnership with Five9, an industry-leading provider of the intelligent cloud contact center.
The partnership authorizes Five9 to resell Aceyus VUE, a software solution that delivers complete data aggregation to help contact center agents increase productivity, improve customer experience, and pinpoint trends to improve employee experience.
Aceyus VUE eliminates data silos, integrates multi-domain solutions as well as addressing hierarchy, BI, and AI visualization needs for enterprise businesses. The Five9 platform facilitates billions of call minutes annually and provides digital engagement, analytics, workflow automation, workforce optimization, and practical AI to create more human customer experiences, engage and empower contact center agents, and deliver tangible business results.
Aceyus VUE is now available on the Five9 CX Marketplace, making it easy for businesses to integrate the Aceyus VUE solution with the Five9 Intelligent Cloud Contact Center. Aceyus and Five9 already have numerous deployments in place around the globe that accommodate agent seats numbering in the tens of thousands.
"The scalability and adaptability of Aceyus VUE makes it an optimal data-management platform for Five9 to feature in its CX Marketplace," says Mike Ary, Aceyus' CEO, President, and Co-Founder. "We look forward to providing Five9 and its customers with exceptional products, service, and support."
"We value our partnership with Aceyus, and this expansion enables us to directly offer our customers a solution to aid in visibility to critical data," says Jake Butterbaugh, SVP, Global Partner Sales, Five9. "We are thrilled to now offer Aceyus VUE on our CX Marketplace, where we innovate with our partners to build and offer enterprise customers cloud solutions to make agents happier and to deliver more productive customer experiences."
Aceyus specializes in data management, transformation, integration, and standardization in the contact center space. Aceyus easily adapts to the constant changes of customer interactions, resulting in higher productivity and customer satisfaction. Aceyus is proud to work with many innovative global customers and government organizations.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Russia is suffering “severe manpower shortages” in its 6-month-old war with Ukraine and has become more desperate in its efforts to find new troops to send to the front lines, according to a new American intelligence finding disclosed Wednesday.
Russia is looking to address the shortage of troops in part by compelling soldiers wounded earlier in the war to return to combat, recruiting personnel from private security companies and even recruiting from prisons, according to a U.S. official who spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity to discuss the downgraded intelligence finding.
The official added that the intelligence community has determined that one step that Russia’s Defense Ministry is expected to take soon is recruiting convicted criminals to enlist “in exchange for pardons and financial compensation.”
The U.S. government highlighted its finding as Russian President Vladimir Putin last week ordered the Russian military to increase the number of troops by 137,000 to a total of 1.15 million.
Putin’s decree, which takes effect on Jan. 1, didn’t specify whether the military would beef up its ranks by drafting a bigger number of conscripts, increasing the number of volunteer soldiers or using a combination of both. But some Russian military analysts predicted it would rely heavily on volunteers, a cautious stand reflecting the Kremlin’s concerns about possible fallout from an attempt to increase the draft.
The presidential decree aims to boost the overall number of Russian military personnel to 2,039,758, including 1,150,628 troops. A previous order put the military’s numbers at 1,902,758 and 1,013,628, respectively, at the start of 2018.
Colin Kahl, the U.S. Defense Department undersecretary for policy, told reporters earlier in August that the U.S. estimates Russia took heavy casualties in the first months of the war.
“There’s a lot of fog in war, but I think it’s safe to suggest that the Russians have probably taken 70 or 80,000 casualties in the less than six months,” Kahl said. “Now, that is a combination of killed in action and wounded in action and that number might be a little lower, a little higher, but I think that’s kind of in the ballpark.”
The U.S. has frequently downgraded and unveiled intelligence findings over the course of the grinding war to highlight plans for Russian misinformation operations or to throw attention on Moscow’s difficulties in prosecuting its war against Ukraine, whose smaller military has put up a stiff resistance against the militarily superior Russian forces.
The Biden administration unveiled findings earlier this week that Russia has faced technical problems with Iranian-made drones acquired from Tehran this month for use in its war with Ukraine.
Russia picked up Mohajer-6 and Shahed-series unmanned aerial vehicles over several days this month as part what the Biden administration says is likely part of a Russian plan to acquire hundreds of Iranian UAVs for use in Ukraine.
White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said on Wednesday that Russia has been having “some difficulties” and experiencing “the limits on some of the capabilities” of the Iranian drones since receiving them. | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/politics/ap-us-russian-military-facing-severe-manpower-shortages/ | 2022-09-01T16:40:03Z | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/politics/ap-us-russian-military-facing-severe-manpower-shortages/ | false |
Israel launched a missile attack on Wednesday targeting the airport in the Syrian city of Aleppo, Syrian state media said, citing a military source.
The Syrian government did not report any casualties.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a U.K.-based opposition war monitor, said in a statement that Israel fired four missiles targeting a runway at the Aleppo International Airport and warehouses surrounding it. The group claimed that the warehouses likely contained a shipment of Iranian rockets.
Meanwhile, Syrian state media reported air defense systems in Damascus firing at what it said were Israeli missiles targeting positions south of the Syrian capital. The opposition war monitor says the Israeli airstrikes targeted military positions. No casualties were reported.
Israel has carried out hundreds of strikes on targets inside government-controlled parts of Syria over recent past years, but rarely acknowledges or discusses such operations. The Israeli military declined to comment on the airstrike targeting Aleppo’s airport.
Israel has acknowledged, however, that it targets bases of Iran-allied militant groups, such as Lebanon’s Hezbollah, which has sent thousands of fighters to support Syrian President Bashar Assad’s forces.
On Sunday, Israel launched an airstrike targeting a military facility in western Syrian. Satellite imagery showed widespread destruction in the depot which the opposition war-monitor said stored hundreds of middle-range missiles for Iran-backed fighters.
In June, Israeli airstrikes temporarily put Damascus International Airport out of commission. | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/world-news/ap-international/ap-syria-israel-strikes-aleppo-airport/ | 2022-09-01T16:40:44Z | https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/world-news/ap-international/ap-syria-israel-strikes-aleppo-airport/ | true |
i2 Group's i2 Intelligence Analysis Solutions Now Available to Public Sector Via Four Inc.
HERNDON, Va., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Inc. has been named a public sector aggregator for i2 Group (i2), a wholly owned subsidiary of N. Harris Computer Corporation (Harris). Under the agreement, Four Inc. will provide i2 Intelligence Analysis solutions to the public sector through Four Inc.'s NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V and Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – Software 2 (ITES-SW2) contracts and its network of channel partners as part of Four Inc.'s boutique aggregation program. The program offers key elements to support and grow i2 Group's Public Sector business, including multi-year financial solutions and as-as-service offerings.
"Our partnership with Four Inc. truly is a force multiplier for i2 Group," said Scott Watson, North American Channels Sales Leader for i2 group. "Four Inc. will play a key role in meeting our strategic and tactical objectives across North America and we're excited to be a key solution in their Intelligence Analytics portfolio."
i2 Group's i2 portfolio consisting of i2 Analyst's Notebook, i2 Enterprise Insight Analysis (EIA), and i2 iBase platforms including the recent addition of Rosoka solutions, tracks critical missions across law enforcement, fraud and financial crime, military defense, and national security and intelligence sectors.
"i2 Group is a foundational partner in our Intelligence Analysis ecosystem," said Chris Wilkinson, Four Inc. Senior Vice President of Platform Sales. "We're excited to enable our channel to support our government customers with the i2 Intelligence Analysis Portfolio providing analysts advanced fusion and multi-dimensional analytics to create actionable intelligence to detect, disrupt, and defeat sophisticated threats."
i2 Group's i2 intelligence analysis solutions are available immediately via Four Inc.'s SEWPV and ITES-SW2 Contract Vehicles. For more information, contact Four Inc. at sales@fourinc.com
i2 Group is a world-leader in intelligence analysis software. They empower intelligence analysts and investigators to discover, create, and disseminate actionable intelligence to identify the perpetrators of criminal activity. Founded in Cambridge, UK in 1990, it has more than 30 years' experience in helping its users to solve complex problems. Their products have been proven in countless real-world operations and are relied upon by 4,500+ users in more than 140 countries. www.i2group.com
Four Inc. is a Small Business and has been recognized as a Top 100 government contractor on Washington Technology's Top 100 Report consecutively for the last seven years. Four Inc.'s expertise of the federal IT contracting process and their carefully crafted ecosystem of manufacturers and partners has enabled them to expertly deliver the right technology solutions and services to their customers. Through their proven experience and dedication to their core values, they have earned the IT community's respect and trust. www.fourinc.com
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Allen County commissioners are continuing to prioritize projects that can be funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars.
The county received a little more than 19-million dollars in ARPA funds. They have contracted with a firm that specializes in what the American Rescue dollars can be used for. The county already approving projects such as scanning of documents in several departments, partitions being installed, and COVID test kits purchased for county employees. They are now looking into the possibility of using ARPA dollars to improve the efficiency of doing county business.
"One of the things is our courthouse we use for county government is not user friendly. So we're looking at possibly doing an upgraded version where county government can be conducted in a more safe and pleasant environment for our citizens and the employees," said Brian Winegardner, Allen County commissioner president.
"During my tenure in office, whether it's been a full renovation or construction the conversations been happening as it relates to our structures. Now we have an opportunity with guidance of using these ARPA dollars," commented Cory Noonan, Allen County commissioner.
Both say that the pandemic has changed how they will look at any future plans on making county government more efficient.
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LAS VEGAS, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The BSA-AML Compliance Group and Dowling Advisory Group are proud to announce a list of high-profile speakers for the annual BSA/AML Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. The conference— the largest and most comprehensive anti-money laundering compliance conference dedicated to the gaming industry —will take place at Caesars Palace Las Vegas, September 27-29.
This year's conference includes speakers from 12 federal and state law enforcement and regulatory agencies. Whitney Case, who leads the Enforcement Division at the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), will kick off the event on Tuesday, September 27 at 9:30 a.m. PDT offering guidance on fostering a culture of compliance in the gaming industry.
On Wednesday, September 28, Jim Lee, the head of IRS-Criminal Investigation Division, will deliver the keynote and discuss how law enforcement uses critical BSA data. Julie Malec, Chief of Financial Sector Investigations at the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) leads the afternoon sessions beginning at 1:30 p.m.
On Thursday, September 28, Molly Moeser from the U.S. Department of Justice's Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section will deliver the keynote address, followed by a special panel discussion on "Women in Gaming".
"We are thrilled to welcome so many government officials and agencies who have agreed to share their expertise and insights with the compliance community," said James Dowling, CEO of BSA-AML Compliance Group and the Dowling Advisory Group. "Given the evolving regulatory demands, partnerships between regulators and the gaming industry are more important than ever. This conference is a critical bridge for that relationship."
Attendees will have a chance to meet face-to-face with IRS-BSA Examiners, state gaming regulators, and law enforcement to learn about money laundering, sanctions evasion, fraud, and cyber threats to their casinos.
The full conference agenda and registration can be found here.
The annual BSA/AML Gaming Conference is the largest and most comprehensive anti-money laundering compliance conference dedicated to the gaming industry. The conference brings together regulators, law enforcement officials, and subject matter experts to help the gaming industry comply with the Bank Secrecy Act and related regulations.
The BSA-AML Compliance Group provides FinTech, emerging payments companies, and the gaming industry with knowledge-based training related to anti-money laundering and other illicit finance issues.
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Oath Keepers’ lawyer arrested in connection with Jan. 6
(AP) - A lawyer for the far-right Oath Keepers extremist group has been charged with conspiracy in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, attack at the U.S. Capitol, authorities said Thursday.
Kellye SoRelle — general counsel for the antigovernment group — was arrested in Texas on charges including conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, the Justice Department said.
SoRelle is a close associate of Stewart Rhodes, the Oath Keepers’ leader who is heading to trial later this month alongside other extremists on seditious conspiracy charges.
Prosecutors say Rhodes and his militia group plotted for weeks to stop the lawful transfer of power. Prosecutors say the Oath Keepers purchased weapons and set up battle plans with the goal of keeping President Donald Trump in office.
SoRelle was present at an underground garage meeting the night before the riot that’s been a focus for investigators.
The meeting included Rhodes and and Enrique Tarrio, the former chairman of the Proud Boys extremist group, who is charged separately with seditious conspiracy alongside other members of the group that describes themselves as a politically incorrect men’s club for “Western chauvinists.”
Publicly released video of the meeting doesn’t reveal much about their discussion, and prosecutors have said only that one of the meeting’s participants “referenced the Capitol.”
SoRelle told The Associated Press last year that FBI agents seized her phone and provided her a search warrant that said it was related to an investigation into seditious conspiracy, among other crimes. The indictment against SoRelle made public Thursday does not include a charge of seditious conspiracy.
SoRelle told the AP at the time that she had no knowledge of or involvement in the Capitol breach, calling the seizure of her phone “unethical” and the investigation “a witch hunt.”
SoRelle is expected to make an initial appearance in federal court in Austin, Texas, later Thursday.
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CULVER CITY, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Manufactured (MFD), an end-to-end manufacturing, finance and distribution company, raised $13 million from Tenacity Venture Capital and TriplePoint Capital, bringing its total raised capital to $16 million, to expand its inventory financing solution for consumer brands.
"Inventory is the most misunderstood financial asset in the world. It looks like an asset on a balance sheet but is priced like a liability," says Pranay Srinivasan, CEO and Founder of MFD. "The Manufactured platform eliminates inventory risk by manufacturing, financing, and distributing inventory predictably, efficiently, and affordably. These funds increase our ability to manage financial risk, mitigate uncertainty and boost revenue for our customers."
"Manufactured is at the forefront of the biggest evolution in manufacturing and inventory since perhaps the industrial revolution," adds Ben Narasin, Founder and General Partner at Tenacity Venture Capital. "I love bringing companies from the old era into the new internet revolution. As a fashion manufacturer in my prior life, Manufactured would have been a godsend to manage all the hard manufacturing and supply chain work. Now with Manufactured, brands can see an increase in profitability and operational efficiency."
In late 2021, MFD released their inventory financing solution to help companies improve inventory reliability. MFD leverages their vendor network of over 500 vendors across 20 industries in 25 countries to serve over $600 billion of additional demand in industry verticals like healthcare, food, and lifestyle products.
Zara Ivanova, newly hired Head of Finance at MFD, is spearheading this new initiative in addition to leading the finance department. She brings e-commerce business experience from Affirm, and 14+ years of operating experience in finance and capital markets. "Our investors understand our unique value proposition connecting manufacturing and inventory financing," adds Ivanova. "This additional funding will allow us to make inventory financing readily available to more companies and build automation around credit underwriting and servicing."
Founded in 2017, Manufactured helps companies source, finance and manage inventory across 20 industries and 25 countries. With over 45 years of experience, the company wants to simplify the inventory cycle for businesses of all sizes and industries. Companies can easily scale their manufacturing, lower unit costs, optimize supply chains and allocate capital efficiently. To learn more, visit www.manufactured.com.
Tenacity Venture Capital is a new fund that focuses on finding and backing the best formative, pre-seed and seed stage entrepreneurs and matching them with top investors for follow-on rounds as they scale their business.
TriplePoint Capital, is a Sand Hill Road-based global investment platform which provides customized debt financing, leasing, direct equity investments and other complementary solutions to venture capital-backed companies in technology and other high growth industries.
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Yet another day in Lawless London: Mob are caught on camera beating 19-year-old woman as she lays in the street
- Footage shows a young woman being attacked by a group of people in London
- The woman is unable to defend herself as she is assaulted by around 10 people
- The Metropolitan Police said the 19 year-old was taken to hospital afterwards
Shocking footage shows the moment a group of thugs beat a woman as she lay in the street - after a spate of videos which have captured brazen thefts and beatings across the capital.
Cameras caught the mob as it surrounded the 19-year-old woman outside a newsagent in South Norwood, London at 10pm on Saturday, August 27.
The gang knocked the woman to the ground where she tried to cover her head as around a dozen people punched and kicked her.
Video shows the woman, seemingly unaccompanied, unable to defend herself as she was attacked from all sides.
She was later taken to hospital and treated for non life-threatening injuries, Met Police confirmed. It remains unclear what sparked the fight.
The incident comes after a spate of lawlessness which has plagued the city and left residents concerned for their safety.
Shocking footage shows how a large group of thugs viciously beat a woman as she lays in the street as violent crime and disorder surge across the capital
The mob surrounded the woman on Portland Road last Saturday. Police responded to the scene shortly after 10pm.
Footage shows bystanders jumping around the gang and egging them on as the woman was attacked.
The crowd dispersed when police officers arrived, and the woman can be seen being helped unsteadily to her feet.
'Officers attended and it was reported that a 19-year-old woman had been assaulted by another woman,' the force said in a statement issued to Mail Online.
'She was taken to hospital where her injuries were assessed as not life threatening.'
Cameras captured the mob as it surrounded the 19 year-old woman outside a newsagent in South Norwood, London at 10pm on Saturday, August 27
The gang knocked the woman to the ground where she tried to cover her head as around a dozen people savagely punched and kicked her
No arrests have been made in connection to the incident and the Metropolitan Police said it is still trying to establish what happened.
Another incident happened right outside the newsagent shortly after the crowd dispersed, which can be seen in the video, but it is not clear what the cause was.
More police officers arrived at the scene and cleared crowds of people away from the scene and down the street.
'Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances,' officials said of the incidents. 'No arrests have been made. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 7131/28Aug. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.'
The attack on the 19-year-old is just one of several brazen crimes London officials are currently investigating.
Earlier this week, a thief was caught on video snatching a watch off a man's wrist in broad daylight while he was waiting outside a luxury Mayfair eaterie.
The customer, who has not been identified, was walking into a restaurant in Berkeley Square, London on Tuesday evening when his timepiece was ripped away by the thief in full view of people standing outside.
In the video footage, a person wearing a fedora and dark jacket stalks the man and approaches just as he is about to walk into the venue.
After a brief struggle, he sprints away from the scene with the watch now in his possession while the shocked restaurant-goer pursues him down the street.
Last week a thief dressed as a Deliveroo rider was caught on video smashing a £3million Bugatti Chiron with a hammer in a bid to steal a Kuwaiti playboy's £110,000 Rolex
Video shows a rider stopping in traffic and smashing the sports car's passenger side with a hammer on Hyde Park Corner, Mayfair last week
Earlier this week, a thief was caught on video snatching a watch off a man's wrist in broad daylight while he was waiting outside a luxury Mayfair eaterie. The customer, who has not been identified, was walking into a restaurant in Berkeley Square, London on Tuesday evening when his timepiece was ripped away by the thief in full view of people standing outside
Last week a thief dressed as a Deliveroo rider was caught on video smashing a £3million Bugatti Chiron with a hammer in a bid to steal a Kuwaiti playboy's £110,000 Rolex.
And on the same day in Chelsea, west London, a brave elderly woman armed with a stick was seen confronting masked knifemen who had stolen a £60,000 Rolex from a woman in the street.
The recent crimewave has prompted police chiefs to admit there was an increase in examples of on-street robberies.
Some social media users have squarely pointed the blame at London Mayor Sadiq Khan, accusing the left-wing leader of failing to curb knife crime and street thefts.
A brave elderly woman armed herself with a stick to help confront masked knifemen who had stolen a £60,000 Rolex from a woman in the street in Chelsea, west London
Footballer-turned rapper Takayo Nembhard, 21, was fatally stabbed on Ladbroke Grove under the Westway flyover at 8pm on Monday as thousands lined the west London streets for the Notting Hill Carnival.
Police officers gave him first aid until the arrival of paramedics, before he was taken to an ambulance 'through significant crowds in challenging circumstances.' He died in hospital a short time later.
The Met said there were 'several hundred people in the immediate area' and are likely to have been 'a number of witnesses' to the fatal stabbing.
Shortly after the incident police activated special powers within the area under a Section 60 order which allowed them to stop and search a person without suspicion for 'dangerous instruments and offensive weapons' until 1am.
Takayo Nembhard, 21, was fatally stabbed on Ladbroke Grove under the Westway flyover at 8pm on Monday - the final day of Notting Hill Carnival. Mr Nembhard is pictured with his girlfriend, who is currently pregnant
Police at the scene on Ladbroke Grove in West London Tuesday morning, after a 21-year-old man was stabbed to death on Monday night
Forensics officers comb the scene in Ladbroke Grove, west London, where 21-year-old Takayo Nembhard, a rapper from Bristol, died after being stabbed
Detectives added that there had been 'a number of violent incidents and serious stabbings' at this year's festival.
Ken Marsh, chair of the Metropolitan Police Federation, which represents 30,000 officers in the force, on Tuesday demanded that the carnival is moved to a private venue after incidents of violence broke out across the weekend.
The plea came as video footage emerged of a thug brutally punching a woman to the ground as a brawl broke out on the chaotic final day of the carnival.
Another video showed crowds screaming and having to climb over a gate as thousands of people ended up packed in a single road with no space, while footage has also been shared of a topless brawl between two women at the event on Sunday.
A total of 441 people were stopped and searched across the two days, while police also received reports of seven stabbings.
A Notting Hill Carnival fan punched a woman to the ground as a brawl broke out during the final day of the festival, which police say 'always seems to degenerate'
Scotland Yard said officers had made 209 arrests since the start of the carnival as of 12.01am today - including 46 for assault, eight for sexual assault, 36 for possession of drugs, five for criminal damage and 27 for public order.
Police added that there were also ten arrests for possession of psychoactive substances, 33 for possession of an offensive weapon, seven for drink or drug driving, one theft, one robbery and 35 more listed as 'other'.
While the total number of arrests for the whole of this year's carnival has not yet been confirmed, the number at the 2019 festival was significantly higher at 353 - compared to 374 in 2018, 313 in 2017 and 454 in 2016.
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CLEVELAND, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oatey Co. is proud to be a recipient of the 2022 NorthCoast 99 Award from ERC, which recognizes Oatey for the 12th time as one of 99 great Northeast Ohio workplaces.
NorthCoast 99 is an annual recognition program and event in its 24rd year that honors 99 great Northeast Ohio workplaces for top talent. "More than a business award or event, NorthCoast 99 is a yearlong research program that ERC established to help make our region a long-term destination of choice for companies and high-performing individuals," said Samantha Marx, ERC's Director of Strategic Projects, who oversees the NorthCoast 99 program. "The data from this program helps employers adapt their policies and practices to attract and retain top-notch talent."
NorthCoast 99 winners participated in a rigorous application process that asked for detailed information on how their organization addresses top-performer attraction, development, and retention in the areas of organizational strategy, policies, and benefits; talent attraction, acquisition, and onboarding; employee well-being; employee engagement and talent development; total rewards; and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
"We are so pleased to once again be recognized as a top workplace in Northeast Ohio," says Dalithia Smith, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Oatey. "Oatey's values are the foundation of our culture – thanks to each of our associates for living these values each day and making Oatey the great place to work that it is."
"It's no surprise that the 2022 NorthCoast 99 winning organizations are leading our region! These outstanding companies prioritize the employee experience, offering attractive benefits and innovative policies that today's workforce demands. We're thrilled to recognize the winning companies and look forward to sharing their success stories," said ERC President Kelly Keefe.
Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network to supply thousands of products for professional builders, contractors, engineers and do-it-yourself consumers around the world.
Oatey is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and has locations in the United States, Canada, Mexico and China. For more information, visit www.oatey.com, call (800) 321-9532 or follow Oatey on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram.
Founded in 1920, ERC makes workplaces great by providing training, HR consulting and support, coaching and assessments, and research services. ERC also sponsors the ERChealth insurance program in Ohio. Additional information about ERC and its services can be found at www.yourERC.com.
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Company recognized by Atlanta Business Chronicle for creating an enjoyable workplace and thriving culture, while promoting healthy lifestyles
ATLANTA, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlanta Gas Light has been named one of Atlanta's Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employers by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. The company received the award during the publication's 19th annual awards ceremony yesterday evening.
For 19 years, Atlanta Business Chronicle's Best Places to Work Awards program has been recognizing companies throughout the region that go above and beyond in creating an enjoyable workplace and a thriving culture for their employees. The rankings of the top workplaces in Atlanta are based on employee engagement surveys and were presented in four categories based on workforce size.
"There is nothing more important than the health and safety of our teammates and sustaining an inclusive culture that allows each of us to grow and prosper," said Pedro Cherry, President, and CEO of Atlanta Gas Light. "Providing the tools and resources necessary for our employees and their families to live healthier lifestyles has always been a top priority, and we remain committed to finding innovative ways to invest in the long-term health and well-being of our employees."
Atlanta Gas Light is committed to helping each employee improve and maintain their overall wellness through an expansive offering of benefits and resources offered by the company's SouthernLifeStyle wellness program.
The company's workplace health and wellness efforts were measured in a survey issued by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and its partner, Healthiest Employers, a data research company that collects, measures and compares corporate wellness data worldwide in six key categories: Leadership Commitment, Foundational Components, Strategic Planning, Communication and Marketing, Programming and Interventions, Reporting and Analytics.
For more information about Atlanta Gas Light, log on to our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Atlanta Gas Light is one of four natural gas distribution companies of Southern Company Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Atlanta Gas Light provides natural gas delivery service to approximately 1.7 million customers in Georgia. In operation since 1856, the company is one of the oldest corporations in the state. For more information, visit atlantagaslight.com.
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America's premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.3 million natural gas customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states with approximately 666,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
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Gestalt's Advisory Board guides the development of Gestalt's digital pathology platform, PathFlow® – made by pathologists for pathologists
SPOKANE, Wash., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gestalt Diagnostics has added healthcare industry expert, Dr. Dylan Miller, to serve on Gestalt's Advisory Board. He will be joining Gestalt's distinguished Advisory Board of pathologists contributing to oversight and active management of development initiatives as they relate to the functionality and usability of solutions in clinical practice, education, and research.
Dr. Miller is a Professor of Pathology at the University of Utah School of Medicine and practices in a private group at the Intermountain Medical Center in Salt Lake City. He is Chair of Pathology at Intermountain Central Laboratory, which serves Intermountain Healthcare's statewide system of hospitals in Utah and neighboring states. He also leads the system-wide anatomic pathology development team for Intermountain Healthcare and co-led their digital pathology implementation strategy. Dr. Miller is a highly published author and has co-edited 2 pathology textbooks. Aside from his interest in immunohistochemistry and breast cancer, his passions include cardiovascular, autopsy, and transplant pathology. Dr. Miller is also president of the Utah Society for Pathology and currently serves as Vice-Chair of the College of American Pathologists' Immunohistochemistry Resource Committee.
"We are honored to have Dr. Miller join our esteemed Advisory Board. We look forward to his contribution rooted in his strong industry and operational leadership at a time when our digital pathology platform, PathFlow, is leading in the market," said Lisa-Jean Clifford, COO & Chief Strategy Officer, of Gestalt. "Dr. Miller has deep experience in pathology practice, including the adoption of digital pathology at an industry-leading enterprise healthcare organization. His career-long passion that includes cardiovascular, autopsy, and transplant pathology is an excellent fit with our vision and solution direction, which is dedicated to improving the speed of diagnosis* and treatment of disease – making a fundamental difference in the lives of patients."
Dr. Miller states, "I am excited to serve in this key role with Gestalt. The pathologists' voice is critical to the ongoing evolution of digitizing pathology. My goal, as part of their Advisory Board, is to contribute my expertise to their ongoing and future development, ensuring that they continue to meet the needs as it relates to the pathologist's experience and use cases."
Gestalt Diagnostics transforms pathology through an intelligent, configurable, vendor-neutral, and AI-driven digital workflow that provides true interoperability enabling pathologists to diagnose diseases faster and more efficiently. Our PathFlow solution consists of professional, education, and research modules for ease of mixing and matching the digital needs of your facility in a single solution, freeing pathologists from tedious, repetitive, and manual tasks allowing them to focus on their expertise, providing invaluable expertise where it matters most. To learn more, visit www.gestaltdiagnostics.com and follow Gestalt on LinkedIn and @Gestalt122 on Twitter
*Research use only unless following CAP guidelines for LDT.
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Company recognized by Atlanta Business Chronicle for creating an enjoyable workplace and thriving culture, while promoting healthy lifestyles
ATLANTA, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlanta Gas Light has been named one of Atlanta's Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employers by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. The company received the award during the publication's 19th annual awards ceremony yesterday evening.
For 19 years, Atlanta Business Chronicle's Best Places to Work Awards program has been recognizing companies throughout the region that go above and beyond in creating an enjoyable workplace and a thriving culture for their employees. The rankings of the top workplaces in Atlanta are based on employee engagement surveys and were presented in four categories based on workforce size.
"There is nothing more important than the health and safety of our teammates and sustaining an inclusive culture that allows each of us to grow and prosper," said Pedro Cherry, President, and CEO of Atlanta Gas Light. "Providing the tools and resources necessary for our employees and their families to live healthier lifestyles has always been a top priority, and we remain committed to finding innovative ways to invest in the long-term health and well-being of our employees."
Atlanta Gas Light is committed to helping each employee improve and maintain their overall wellness through an expansive offering of benefits and resources offered by the company's SouthernLifeStyle wellness program.
The company's workplace health and wellness efforts were measured in a survey issued by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and its partner, Healthiest Employers, a data research company that collects, measures and compares corporate wellness data worldwide in six key categories: Leadership Commitment, Foundational Components, Strategic Planning, Communication and Marketing, Programming and Interventions, Reporting and Analytics.
For more information about Atlanta Gas Light, log on to our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Atlanta Gas Light is one of four natural gas distribution companies of Southern Company Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Atlanta Gas Light provides natural gas delivery service to approximately 1.7 million customers in Georgia. In operation since 1856, the company is one of the oldest corporations in the state. For more information, visit atlantagaslight.com.
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America's premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.3 million natural gas customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states with approximately 666,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
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Photos: Spain's massive food fight 'La Tomatina' returns after pandemic pause
People from around the world participated in a massive food fight on Wednesday, throwing overripe tomatoes at each other during Spain’s famous "La Tomatina."
The festival is held in the village of Buñol, located just outside of Valencia. Workers in trucks unloaded 130 tons of overripe tomatoes on the main street for the participants to use as projectiles, leaving the area drenched in red pulp.
La Tomatina happens annually on the last Wednesday of August, according to tourist websites about the event. However, it was paused for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic and finally made its triumphant return this year.
Some 20,000 people were expected to participate in the festival, in which entry cost 12 euros (also about $12 USD).
The event was inspired by a food fight in 1945 between local children located in a tomato-producing region, according to the Associated Press. Media attention in the 1980s made it a national and international event, attracting participants from all corners of the world.
In addition to returning following COVID-19, this year's celebration was also the event's 75th anniversary and 20 years since Spain declared the festival an international tourist attraction, the AP reported.
How long does La Tomatina last?
Participants are encouraged to wear safety or swimming goggles to protect their eyes during the battle, which lasts for about an hour, according to the tourist site LaTomatina.org.
"The signal for the beginning of the fight is firing of the cannon, and the chaos begins," LaTomatina.org says of the food fight. "Once it begins, the battle is generally every man for himself."
After the midday battle, crews of workers hose down the city streets and the tomato-covered revelers.
Criticism over food waste
Images and videos of the annual event have caused a stir in the past on social media, from people who say the event is massive food waste.
In Nigeria, where tomatoes are a food staple, people were especially critical in 2016. A state of emergency was declared that year in the tomato-producing state of Kaduna, and farmers were said to have lost up to 80% of their tomato crop, according to Vice News and the BBC. After Spain’s 2016 La Tomatina event, the massive food fight was criticized by many Nigerians online and by local newspapers.
But locals in the Valencia region have said the tomatoes used in La Tomatina are no longer good for eating.
Rafa Pérez Gil, who served as the mayor of Buñol, told the BBC in 2016 that most of the tomatoes used in the August food fight are past their sell-by-date and on the verge of rotting. However, Pérez Gil conceded that food waste was an issue that needed a wider discussion.
"If you look at the garbage bins in Spain, there is more waste thrown away every day than tomatoes used at La Tomatina," the mayor told the news outlet.
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LONDON (AP) — The European Medicines Agency has recommended the authorization of two coronavirus vaccines made by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna Inc., tweaked to include protection against an early version of the omicron variant.
In a statement on Thursday, the EU drug regulator said the two messenger RNA boosters offered protection both against the original version of COVID-19 and the omicron subvariant BA.1, which has since been overtaken globally by later omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5. Nearly 80% of coronavirus cases worldwide are now being caused by omicron BA.5, according to the World Health Organization.
The decision comes a day after the U.S. drug regulator cleared updated versions of COVID-19 vaccines incorporating protection against the later subvariants, after telling pharmaceuticals in June that any updated boosters must target the most recent versions of omicron.
The European Medicines Agency said adapted vaccines are expected “to help maintain optimal protection against COVID-19 as the virus evolves.” The regulator is also currently reviewing an updated version of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine that aims to protect against the later BA.4 and BA.5 omicron variants.
Scientists hope the new boosters will trigger a strong response from the immune system to prevent not just serious illness but perhaps milder infections also – much like the original vaccines did earlier in the pandemic, before super-contagious mutants emerged.
It’s unclear how well the updated boosters will work since experts are still gathering data. But there’s evidence that they are safe, so waiting for more study on their effectiveness would risk another mutation appearing before people are immunized.
Last month, British authorities cleared an updated version of the Moderna booster that included protection against omicron subvariant BA.1, saying the shots would be offered to people 50 and over beginning in September.
In Germany, health minister Karl Lauterbach said that inoculations with the new vaccines could start next week and that “now is the optimal time to close vaccination gaps for the fall.”
Globally, coronavirus cases and deaths have been dropping for weeks, but scientists expect a surge of hospitalizations and deaths with the coming onset of winter in the northern hemisphere.
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Geir Moulson in Berlin contributed to this report.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s signature collars, gloves to be auctioned for charitable fund
The trademark fashion of late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg will go up for auction next week in a sale to benefit at-risk children.
According to Bonhams auction house, more than 100 personal items belonging to Ginsburg will be sold, including two of her signature collars and pairs of gloves.
"My mother made The New York Times’ Style section and People’s ‘Worst Dressed’ list in the same year, the latter accusing her of ‘a crime of fashion,’" her son James Ginsburg said. "While her sartorial choices may have caused controversy in some circles, it’s wonderful to see the broad reach of her ideals and reasoning and how much she is loved and appreciated."
Proceeds from the auction will create The RBG Endowment Fund, an arm of SOS Children’s Villages, which cares for children without parents or kids who are at risk of losing parental care.
A January auction of Ginsburg’s personal library "smashed pre-sale estimates," Bonhams said. The "white glove sale," meaning everything up for auction was sold, brought in more than $2.4 million and more bidders than any online auction in Bonhams history.
The new auction will run at Bonhams online from Sept. 7 - Sept. 16.
Ginsburg spent her final years on the bench as the unquestioned leader of the court’s liberal wing and became something of a rock star to her admirers. Young women especially seemed to embrace her, affectionately calling her the Notorious RBG, for her defense of the rights of women and minorities, and the strength and resilience she displayed in the face of personal loss and health crises.
Those health issues included five bouts with cancer beginning in 1999, falls that resulted in broken ribs, insertion of a stent to clear a blocked artery and assorted other hospitalizations after she turned 75.
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Ginsburg was a mother of two, an opera lover and an intellectual who also liked to show off her femininity. At argument sessions in the ornate courtroom, she was known for digging deep into case records and for being a stickler for following the rules.
She died Sept. 18, 2020 at 87 years old.
Other items in the auction include:
- One of Ginsburg’s favorite shawls purchased in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she went annually to see the opera.
- A wooden gavel owned by Ginsburg and used in her chambers
- Book of former President Barack Obama’s visit to the Supreme Court
- A photograph of members of the 1957-58 Harvard Law Review taken on the steps of Austin Hall
- Her "treasured" black and gold opera glasses, engraved with "Southern District of New York."
- A Votes for Women Seven Piece Tea Service gifted to her by her clerks, a reproduction honoring the suffragette tea party at Marble House, Newport, Rhode Island in 1914
- A framed "Dissent" silhouette that hung in Ginsburg’s chambers
- A signed poster commemorating "RBG", the biopic by Betsy West and Julie Cohen, that also hung in chambers.
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eric James has joined Preferred Employers Insurance, a Berkley company, as the company's newest Sales & Distribution Manager. As a workers' compensation insurance specialist, Eric brings his regional expertise in underwriting and sales to our Northern California team. Eric's leadership will focus on establishing broker relationships, assisting producers in achieving sales targets and growing sales volume profitably in the greater Sacramento area.
"Eric is the perfect addition to our team because of the breadth of experience he brings to the table," comments Rick Chen, Director of Sales & Distribution at Preferred Employers. "It's rare that you find a sales manager with equal parts experience in workers' compensation, claims management and new business development—we're excited to have Eric as a member of our team," he continued.
Preferred Employers Insurance was founded in San Diego, CA in 1998. The company is known for serving its brokers and policyholders with the best combination of price and workers' compensation insurance services available in the state of California. Visit www.peiwc.com for more information. Please contact your insurance broker to access the products and services of Preferred Employers Insurance, a Berkley company.
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"Restaurant: Impossible" Chef to Inspire Honorees Who are "Creating Infinite Possibilities"
EXTON, Pa., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a year when the theme for Cable-Tec Expo® 2022 is "Creating Infinite Possibilities," the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE®), a CableLabs® subsidiary, announces that Chef Robert Irvine of "Restaurant: Impossible" will be the featured keynote speaker at the annual SCTE Award Luncheon, sponsored by Comcast Business and Cisco.
For 20 seasons, Chef Irvine, host of Food Network's hit show "Restaurant: Impossible," has been turning around restaurants across America that are facing an impending demise. With a limited budget and two days to work, he uses his creativity and resourcefulness to turn the eatery's fortunes around. And as a Comcast Business partner of 10 years, Irvine knows the transformational role the right technology plays in powering possibilities. That makes him uniquely suited to share advice and true accounts from his vast and diversified experience with this year's award winners and answer the question, "When things seem impossible...what do you do?"
Expo 2022 Co-chair and Comcast Cable President and CEO David Watson will introduce Robert Irvine and Morgan Bondon, vice president, Americas Service Provider, from Cisco, and will lead the fireside chat with him.
During the Awards Luncheon on September 21, SCTE will recognize leaders that are making significant contributions and innovations in the cable industry including Excellence in Standards, Learning & Development, and Women in Technology, as well as the Young Leader Award. Plus, there will be special recognition of the local technicians that support the industry's cable network through the International Cable-Tec Games.
SCTE is excited to recognize distinguished individuals for their contributions in several categories, including:
- Excellence in Standards Award Winner Andy Scott (NCTA Vice President of Engineering)
- Chairman's Award Winner Jon Pederson (Midco Chief Technology Innovation Officer)
- Excellence in Learning & Development Award Winner Nathan Sidlinger (Mediacom Manager, Learning and Development)
- Wilt J. Hildenbrand Jr. Rising Leader Award Winner Andrii Vladyka (Harmonic Technical Product Manager)
- Hall of Fame inductee Mark Adams (Cox Communications Director, Access Engineering and Architectures)
The SCTE Senior Members, Member of the Year, and Chapter Leader of the Year will be announced at the annual industry award ceremony. Induction into the SCTE Hall of Fame requires over 20 years of industry service.
A ticket to the SCTE Award Luncheon is included with full conference registration. Exhibitors and attendees with floor passes may purchase a ticket to the luncheon on the Expo registration page at https://expo.scte.org/attendee-registration/.
SCTE Cable-Tec Expo is known around the world for close to four decades as the preeminent venue for thought leadership, engineering innovation, and pioneering business insights. This year Expo will reunite thousands of professionals for 100+ hours of learning, premier thought leaders, and hundreds of innovative vendors with leading edge technology solutions.
SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo® is the preeminent venue for thought leadership, engineering innovation and dealmaking within the broadband telecommunications industry. Hosted by the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), a subsidiary of CableLabs®, Expo 2022 will be presented as a hybrid experience in Philadelphia, PA, September 19-22, and chaired by industry leaders Comcast President and CEO David Watson and Liberty Global Vice-chairman and CEO Michael Fries. The most compelling technologies that are building the future of cable telecommunications will be on display as we celebrate collaboration and "Creating Infinite Possibilities," the theme for Expo 2022. More information at expo.scte.org.
SCTE is shaping the future of connectivity. Through technological leadership and innovation, SCTE has served as the applied science leader for the cable telecommunications industry for more than five decades. As a not-for-profit member organization, SCTE moves member companies forward through continuous training for the workforce of tomorrow and by putting leaders into the conversations that matter. SCTE is the force behind the annual SCTE Cable-Tec Expo®, the largest cable telecommunications and technology tradeshow in the Americas. Learn more at www.scte.org.
As the leading innovation and R&D lab for the cable industry, CableLabs creates global impact through its member companies around the world and its subsidiaries, Kyrio and SCTE. With a state-of-the-art research and innovation facility and collaborative ecosystem with thousands of vendors, CableLabs delivers impactful network technologies for the entire industry. For more information, visit cablelabs.com.
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Tougaloo College grad killed during ‘belt loader entanglement’ at New Orleans airport
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A graduate of Tougaloo College was killed Tuesday in a “belt loader entanglement” at the New Orleans Airport.
According to the Director of Communications for Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport, Jermani Thompson, 26, was injured on the apron, an area where aircraft are parked, loaded, unloaded, refueled, boarded, and maintained.
A spokesperson for GAT Airline Ground Support, where Thompson was employed, says she was working to offload a plane that had landed. They say her hair got tangled in a belt loader.
Thompson was transported to a hospital where she died.
In a statement Thursday, Tougaloo College extended their “deepest sympathies to the family, the Class of 2019, friends, and the College community as we mourn the loss of a spirited, caring, and thoughtful, scholar, athlete, and alumna.”
The college also asked God to provide Thompson’s family with peace and strength “to rely on each other during these difficult times and, more importantly, to rely on God,” they continued. “Proverbs 18:10 tells us, ‘The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe.’”
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10 Things to Love From The Fresh Market During National Organic Month
Published: Sep. 1, 2022 at 10:12 AM CDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
GREENSBORO, N.C., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- September is National Organic Month, and The Fresh Market, Inc. is celebrating with 10 food products that are all USDA certified organic– many that are new to its stores. Products will begin rolling into stores on September 1 and throughout the month. While the stores carry a wide variety of organic products year-round, a few on the top 10 list are seasonal and as such, only available for a limited time. That's why guests are encouraged to look for the following products throughout The Fresh Market stores as they shop:
Organic wine grapes: Available in the following varieties for only a few short weeks at the beginning of September and grown in California:
Izzio Take & Bake Breads: Made in small batches using ancient techniques, these oven-ready breads make it easy to experience warm, just-baked bread at home. They bake right in the bag and come in a range of styles, from baguettes to ciabatta.
Farmer Focus Organic & Free-Range Chicken: Plump, healthful and bursting with flavor, this chicken is simple and versatile—perfectly portioned and trimmed by hand, it's ready to cook however you like. Farmer Focus allows consumers to trace its chicken back to the specific farm that raised it.
Carbon Neutral Organic Milk: Neutral works with dairy farmers to implement a number of strategies to drive down the carbon emissions of its milk, and what can't be reduced is offset through the purchase of carbon credits from US dairy farmers who turn cow emissions into renewable energy.
Organic Honeycrisp Apples: September kicks off peak season for these delicious apples from Washington, where the state's arid climate and ideal temperatures make for growing the perfect organic apples.
FOND Bone Broth: Available in chicken and beef varieties, this broth is infused with fresh, organic botanicals to maximize the health benefits and flavor. It's shelf stable, without any preservatives, and slow-simmered by hand for 18+ hours for a rich, hearty broth.
Ocean's Halo Sushi Nori & Sushi Rice: Make your own sushi at home starting with this organic and vegan nori and rice. The rice also makes an excellent base for a poke bowl.
Love Bird Cereal: This is a gut health and immunity boosting organic, grain-free, and no refined sugar cereal (it uses honey and coconut sugar instead). The brand also helps fight childhood cancer by giving 20% of its profit.
De La Calle Tepaches: Low in sugar and less than 40 calories, these naturally fermented probiotic drinks are crafted in Mexico using certified organic pineapples and come in deliciously bold combinations like Mango Chili, Pineapple Spice, and Ginger Manzana.
Pasta Toscana Organic Tortiglioni Pasta: This is made in Tuscany, where premium quality hard wheat is farmed, the spring water used to knead the dough runs, and you'll find the plant where the dough is bronze-drawn. It can be used in a variety of recipes.
About The Fresh Market, Inc.
Voted as the "Best Supermarket in America" by USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards 2022 and 2021, "America's Best Customer Service 2021" by Newsweek and Statista and a top 5 most trusted grocery retail brand for specialty and natural/organic foods in the 2022 BrandSpark Most Trusted Awards, The Fresh Market helps guests discover the best with time-saving meal solutions, unique ingredients, and delicious food for any occasion. From fresh produce and exceptional meat and seafood to signature baked goods and thousands of organic options, the specialty grocer has something to please every palate. The Fresh Market currently operates 160 stores in 22 states across the U.S., inspiring guests to discover new flavors and cook with confidence. For more information, please visit www.thefreshmarket.com or follow the company on Facebook,Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.
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The Habit Burger Grill Opens in Logan on September 7th
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Habit Burger Grill, the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads and more announces the grand opening of a new location in Logan. Located at 1375 N Mail St., the fast-casual restaurant will serve up its 'Habit Hospitality' beginning September 7th.
In honor of the exciting grand opening, The Habit Burger Grill will host exclusive pre-opening VIP events for The Habit's CharClub members. Guests can receive an invite to this exclusive sneak peek by signing up for the CharClub at www.habitburger.com/logan.
- Free Charburger Day (Saturday, September 3rd): The first 200 guests at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. will receive a free freshly-made Charburger, fries and drink. Must be a CharClub member and present VIP invitation.
- Free Charburger Day (Monday, September 5th): The first 200 guests at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. will receive a free freshly-made Charburger, fries and drink. Must be a CharClub member and present VIP invitation.
- Free Habit Day (Tuesday, September 6th): The first 200 guests at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. will receive a free chargrilled meal from one of our pre-set menus. Must be a CharClub member and present VIP invitation.
The restaurant will offer dine-in, takeout and drive-thru ordering. Curbside pick-up and delivery will be available via The Habit Mobile App and online at order.habitburger.com. Guests also have additional convenient ordering options including state-of-the-art indoor self-serve kiosks and delivery through DoorDash, Postmates and Uber Eats.
"It has been so exciting to make our mark in Utah and have the chance to open a new drive-thru in Logan. This restaurant will be #13 in the state, and we look forward to reaching more communities as we grow," said Iwona Alter, Chief Brand Officer at The Habit Burger Grill.
The Habit Burger Grill was named in Thrillist's list of "Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!" With its cooked-to-order mantra, The Habit Burger Grill's open flame sears a distinctive smoky flavor into their famous Charburgers, fresh marinated chicken, sushi-grade ahi tuna and tenderloin steak. Guests at The Habit Burger Grill can always count on freshly-made, handcrafted quality served up with genuine hospitality.
This Habit Burger Grill's dining room and drive-thru will be open Monday - Saturday from 10:30am - 10:00pm and Sunday from 10:30am - 9:00pm.
Connect with The Habit Burger Grill on social media at facebook.com/habitburgergrill, instagram.com/habitburgergrill, twitter.com/habitburger, tiktok.com/@habitburgergrill, and youtube.com/habittube.
Born in Santa Barbara, California in 1969, The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast-casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, cooked-to-order chargrilled burgers and handcrafted sandwiches featuring grilled tenderloin steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh handcrafted salads and an appealing selection of sides and shakes. The Habit Burger Grill was named the "best tasting burger in America" in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America's leading consumer magazines, named in Thrillist's list of "Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!" and featured in Newsweek's "America's Favorite Restaurant Chains 2022." The Habit Burger Grill has since grown to over 335 restaurants in 14 states throughout Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia and Washington as well as 13 international locations, seven in China and six in Cambodia. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for FMTX, JZ, OKTA, FWONK, and LUNC.
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New Lineup Offers the Ultimate Sound Experience with Combination of Superb Audio Quality, Adaptive ANC and Performance Fit
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA announced the U.S. pricing and availability of its 2022 lineup of TONE Free® true wireless earbuds. The new models provide the ultimate sound experience with advanced audio technologies, a better-fitting design, and a host of useful, new features. The T90 and TF8 models of the TONE Free® true wireless earbuds are now available at LG.com and LG-authorized retailers nationwide.
LG's TONE Free T90 Dolby Atmos®1 earbuds are the world's first wireless earbuds to support Dolby Head Tracking™ across all content and devices.2 Dolby Head Tracking recalibrates the sound as users move their heads for a more natural sound experience, so users will feel like they are in the center of the scene and experience a whole new level of audio immersion whether they are listening to music, watching movies, enjoying favorite streaming series or playing games. When available, Dolby Head Tracking together with Dolby Atmos® content further elevates the sound through incredible detail and clarity for the ultimate listening experience. In addition, the T90s are the first wireless earbuds to feature an audio virtualizer designed by Dolby specifically for earbuds – an advanced solution that expands spatial dimensionality for stereo entertainment.
The 2022 lineup also sees the introduction of LG's new TONE Free Fit (TF8). Designed for an active lifestyle, the new model provides a secure and comfortable fit for all of life's active moments such as running, jumping or just moving your body. The TF8 features SwivelGrip technology – which helps keep the earbuds firmly and comfortably in place, even during the most intense workouts – and offers a lightweight design that promotes better air circulation.
Plus, the new TONE Free Fit (TF8) model delivers solid ANC performance, clear spatial sound with Meridian HSP technology, the benefits of medical-grade, hypoallergenic ear gels3 and LG's UVnano+ charging case. Made for your toughest workouts, the IP67-rated TF8 is resistant to rain and splashes allowing you to stay active without any worries.4
LG's new TONE Free models also ship with a UVnano+ charging case, which uses UV-C light to help refresh the earbuds. It effectively kills 99.9% of bacteria on the eargels of the earbuds in just 10 minutes during the powered charging cycle.5 Additionally, the T90s adopt medical-grade, hypoallergenic ear gels to provide a comfortable fit and help prevent irritation.3 Outstanding user convenience is another key benefit of LG's TONE Free earbuds, which now boast enhanced connectivity and wider compatibility. With the T90's new Plug & Wireless feature, the charging case lets you Connect to devices that don't have Bluetooth® capabilities. Need to take or make a call? Simply turn off Plug & Wireless mode. Also included is a USB-C to AUX cable, which allows users to plug the case into a radio, treadmill, in-flight entertainment system, or a wide range of other products to enjoy wireless listening and first-class sound quality anywhere they go.6
For more information on LG's 2022 TONE Free true wireless earbuds, visit LG.com.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $63 billion global innovator in technology and manufacturing. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, energy solutions, and vehicle components. LG is 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence. The company's commitment to environmental sustainability and its "Life's Good" marketing theme encompass how LG is dedicated to people's happiness by exceeding expectations today and tomorrow. www.LG.com.
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Hydrating lemon water brand and football star team up ahead of Ohio State's 2022 season
ATLANTA, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lemon Perfect, the fastest-growing brand in the enhanced water category*, announced today a partnership with star Ohio State quarterback and elite NFL prospect C.J. Stroud. A Lemon Perfect fan from his first sip, Stroud has teamed up with the brand as an equity partner and ambassador to accelerate Lemon Perfect's rise toward its goal of becoming the number one brand in the multibillion-dollar enhanced water category by market share.
A five-star recruit from Southern California, Stroud is widely considered this season's Heisman Trophy frontrunner and projected to be the first quarterback taken in the 2023 NFL Draft. In 2021, Stroud was honored as a Heisman finalist and named the Big Ten Conference's Offensive Player of the Year, Quarterback of the Year, and Freshman of the Year.
"Lemon Perfect helps me perform my best every day by keeping me hydrated," said Stroud. "It used to be a task to make sure I drank enough water, but it's easy to drink Lemon Perfect all day. It tastes great, it's refreshing, it's good for you, and I don't have to deal with the mess of making my own lemon water. I'm super excited to join the team!"
As a key Lemon Perfect spokesperson, Stroud will help build brand awareness among college football fans everywhere, particularly among Buckeye Nation, as Stroud and his teammates—including fellow Lemon Perfect spokesperson and high-level NFL prospect, starting center Luke Wypler—set their sights on winning the College Football Playoff National Championship.
"As we dive meaningfully into the NIL ecosystem, we're honored to have C.J. join our Lemon Perfect team as a spokesperson for great-tasting healthy hydration," said Lemon Perfect Founder and CEO Yanni Hufnagel. "C.J. is a one-of-a-kind football prospect whose reach will continue to accelerate with each Herculean play he makes on the field. Powered by lemons, C.J. is poised to have one of the best statistical seasons ever by a Heisman-winning quarterback while leading Ohio State to a national championship."
In April, Lemon Perfect announced the closing of a $31 million Series A headlined by internationally celebrated award-winning artist and entrepreneur Beyoncé Knowles-Carter. The financing brought Lemon Perfect's total valuation to over $100 million in less than three years from the company's selling its first bottle.
Lemon Perfect is a great-tasting and hydrating flavored lemon water with zero sugar and no artificial flavors or sweeteners. Powered by squeezed organic lemons, Lemon Perfect contains electrolytes from potassium and is packed with vitamin C, making healthy hydration more convenient, delicious, and refreshing than ever.
Lemon Perfect is widely considered by industry insiders to be one of the most scalable, exciting, and innovative emerging beverages in the marketplace.The company's mission is to promote healthy hydration and deliver the joy of flavor—anytime, anywhere, and for everyone. Lemon Perfect is available at retailers nationwide, on Amazon, and on lemonperfect.com. The Lemon Perfect company is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.
*Source: IRi Total MULO YTD Period Ending August 7, 2022
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- The claim filed on behalf of Mr. Nasib Hasanov against the Georgian National Communications Commission has been in most respects satisfied in favour of Mr. Hasanov
"The new decision issued by a Georgian court in the case brought by Nasib Hasanov against the Georgian regulator followed an earlier decision of the ICSID Arbitration Tribunal in the case brought by Mr. Hasanov against the State of Georgia. The decision announced on April 19, 2022 dismissed the Georgian government's jurisdictional objections and the case has now moved to a full hearing on damages and compensation," commented NEQSOL Holding press service.
TBILISI, Georgia, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Earlier this week, Tbilisi City Court issued a new decision in the case of "Nasib Hasanov v. Georgian National Communications Commission" that satisfied all but several claims the representatives of Mr. Hasanov had filed against the Georgian National Communications Commission ("GNCC") on July 5, 2021.
The two defamatory articles against the claimant were posted on the GNCC website as well as on the official Facebook page, in English and Georgian. By approaching the Tbilisi City Court, Mr. Hasanov's representatives sought to prove that the press releases published by the Georgian National Communications Commission on March 24 and 26, 2021 were substantially false and intended to defame and damage claimant's business reputation. After extensive hearings, the Tbilisi City Court decided to satisfy Mr. Hasanov's claim on August 12, 2022, confirming that most of the Commission's statements were false and without basis.
It further ordered the Commission to publish on its official website and Facebook page the information regarding the Court's decision, confirming that the statement made against Mr. Hasanov were false and defamatory.
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September 23 & 24, 2022
OSSINING, N.Y., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Story Box is a multi-genre storytelling event using text, visuals, music, and experiential learning to explore the importance of safeguarding our civil rights through the lens of Japanese American identity. Grounded in Writer and Performer Suzi Takahashi's own family history, and a traditional form of Japanese street theater and storytelling called kamishibai, The Story Box is deeply personal and universal for many immigrant families from across the globe.
Representing the relocation of Japanese Americans to internment camps during WWII, the audience will receive a name tag and suitcase, inside of which is a wireless headset and a family photo album. Each unique photo album documents an account of the problematic history of Asian people in the U.S., and more recently, the rise in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic.
Performed and delivered through Takahashi's own words transmitted via the headset, The Story Box asks audience members to reflect together on the stories in each suitcase. As the experience ends, the audience is invited to leave a story of their own behind for future audiences.
Performances are co-presented and produced by HERE Arts Center. The Story Box has been developed with support from Alfred University, Bethany Arts Community, Bristol Valley Theatre and National Park of Women's Rights. It is co-presented with Japan Society, Bronx Academy of Art and Dance, and NYC Economic Development Corporation and through partnerships with Asian American Arts Alliance, Chocolate Factory, Flushing Town Hall, National Lighthouse Museum, Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Staten Island Arts, and Target Margin Theater.
Written, created, and Performed by Suzi Takahashi
Developed with and Directed by Kristin Marting
Composed by Michaela Gomez
Production Manager Jonathan Cottle
Set and Costume Design by Jian Jung
Sound Design by Drew Weinstein
Stage Manager Elyse Durand
Assistant Director Elyse Durand
September 23, 6:30pm – Bethany Arts Community in the Garden of Peace and Love, 40 Somerstown Road, Ossining, NY
September 24, 4pm and 7pm – Ossining Waterfront Park, Ossining, NY
In an effort to make this program accessible to all, we ask that you pay what you can. Tickets here.
Bethany Arts Community's mission is to create a space and environment where the many forms of art can be learned, produced and flourish. Performances are presented as part of Bethany's 2022 Season of Justice.
Contact:
David Lyons
davidl@bethanyarts.org
914-944-4278
Bethanyarts.org
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Gestalt's Advisory Board guides the development of Gestalt's digital pathology platform, PathFlow® – made by pathologists for pathologists
SPOKANE, Wash., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gestalt Diagnostics has added healthcare industry expert, Dr. Dylan Miller, to serve on Gestalt's Advisory Board. He will be joining Gestalt's distinguished Advisory Board of pathologists contributing to oversight and active management of development initiatives as they relate to the functionality and usability of solutions in clinical practice, education, and research.
Dr. Miller is a Professor of Pathology at the University of Utah School of Medicine and practices in a private group at the Intermountain Medical Center in Salt Lake City. He is Chair of Pathology at Intermountain Central Laboratory, which serves Intermountain Healthcare's statewide system of hospitals in Utah and neighboring states. He also leads the system-wide anatomic pathology development team for Intermountain Healthcare and co-led their digital pathology implementation strategy. Dr. Miller is a highly published author and has co-edited 2 pathology textbooks. Aside from his interest in immunohistochemistry and breast cancer, his passions include cardiovascular, autopsy, and transplant pathology. Dr. Miller is also president of the Utah Society for Pathology and currently serves as Vice-Chair of the College of American Pathologists' Immunohistochemistry Resource Committee.
"We are honored to have Dr. Miller join our esteemed Advisory Board. We look forward to his contribution rooted in his strong industry and operational leadership at a time when our digital pathology platform, PathFlow, is leading in the market," said Lisa-Jean Clifford, COO & Chief Strategy Officer, of Gestalt. "Dr. Miller has deep experience in pathology practice, including the adoption of digital pathology at an industry-leading enterprise healthcare organization. His career-long passion that includes cardiovascular, autopsy, and transplant pathology is an excellent fit with our vision and solution direction, which is dedicated to improving the speed of diagnosis* and treatment of disease – making a fundamental difference in the lives of patients."
Dr. Miller states, "I am excited to serve in this key role with Gestalt. The pathologists' voice is critical to the ongoing evolution of digitizing pathology. My goal, as part of their Advisory Board, is to contribute my expertise to their ongoing and future development, ensuring that they continue to meet the needs as it relates to the pathologist's experience and use cases."
Gestalt Diagnostics transforms pathology through an intelligent, configurable, vendor-neutral, and AI-driven digital workflow that provides true interoperability enabling pathologists to diagnose diseases faster and more efficiently. Our PathFlow solution consists of professional, education, and research modules for ease of mixing and matching the digital needs of your facility in a single solution, freeing pathologists from tedious, repetitive, and manual tasks allowing them to focus on their expertise, providing invaluable expertise where it matters most. To learn more, visit www.gestaltdiagnostics.com and follow Gestalt on LinkedIn and @Gestalt122 on Twitter
*Research use only unless following CAP guidelines for LDT.
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The first goal was a dream come true, and then the second one was just Gia Girman playing soccer.
Girman, the three-time Colonial Valley Conference Player of the Year at Nottingham High, scored her first collegiate goal in Rutgers’ win over UNLV. The next time out Girman tallied a goal against Providence.
But, the first is always the memorable one.
“We won the ball and I got a good through ball from Allie (Lowery) and I just put it in the back,’’ Girman said. “I was ecstatic and it felt so good.’’
Girman, now a sophomore with the No. 3 Scarlet Knights, has grown from her freshman season in many ways.
A year ago, she played in 19 games and learned a great deal as Rutgers reached the semifinals of the College Cup before falling to national champion Florida State.
“Going in as a freshman you don’t expect much, but you watch everyone else work so hard every day and it just motivates you to work harder,’’ Girman said. “I’m much more comfortable from last year and knowing how we play, so when I’m on the field now I’m much more relaxed and always prepared for the ball.’’
Girman has been a key part to Rutgers’ 4-0 start, logging nearly 40 minutes a game.
Her playing time has increased because of her work ethic and her desire to want to contribute.
“It’s always tough when you have played your entire life and it can be tough to watch from the sidelines,’’ Girman said. “But I have used that as motivation and it drove me to work so hard in the offseason.’’
The Scarlet Knights are back in action on Thursday against Temple at Yurcak Field at 7 p.m.
“I knew what to expect when I started and really it’s just playing soccer and I’ve been doing that forever,’’ Girman said. “The start was something to build on.’’
So are those first two collegiate goals,
Allen Gets First Career Goal
Amanda Allen (Robbinsville) started the field hockey season off in style with her first collegiate goal in Colgate’s win over Merrimack. She also had an assist in the win.
Allen, a senior back, has been aggressive going to the cage with five shots on goal in two games.
Rider, though, did spoil her senior homecoming on Sunday with a win over the Raiders.
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Field Hockey: Cate Buecker (Notre Dame) started for Merrimack against Colgate and La Salle. …Anna Sharp (Pennsbury) scored a goal in Davidson’s win over Towson. …Samie Hackman (Pennsbury) scored a goal for La Salle in a win over Merrimack. …Val Radvany (Princeton Day) has been in the midfield and on defense for Michigan State in both wins. …Freshman Olivia Weir (Princeton) has played in both No. 8 Rutgers games. …Kelsey Fithen (Hopewell Valley) has been in both games for Sacred Heart. …Freshman Ashley Jones (Hun) saw her first collegiate playing time for St. Louis against Michigan State.
Football: Jordan Morrison (Steinert) was at linebacker for UConn against Utah State.
Men’s Soccer: James Watson (Notre Dame) was on defense for Delaware in a win over Mt. St. Mary’
Women’s Soccer: Sophia Lis (Princeton) got her first career start in midfield for Lehigh in a game with Drexel. …Riley Spingler (Neshaminy) made her first start in goal for Bloomsburg and had 10 saves in a win over Mercyhurst. …Leslie Pineda (Hightstown) has started two games on defense for St. Peter’s. ..Gianna Lucchesi (Pennington) has started all three games on defense for Richmond.
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- The claim filed on behalf of Mr. Nasib Hasanov against the Georgian National Communications Commission has been in most respects satisfied in favour of Mr. Hasanov
"The new decision issued by a Georgian court in the case brought by Nasib Hasanov against the Georgian regulator followed an earlier decision of the ICSID Arbitration Tribunal in the case brought by Mr. Hasanov against the State of Georgia. The decision announced on April 19, 2022 dismissed the Georgian government's jurisdictional objections and the case has now moved to a full hearing on damages and compensation," commented NEQSOL Holding press service.
TBILISI, Georgia, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Earlier this week, Tbilisi City Court issued a new decision in the case of "Nasib Hasanov v. Georgian National Communications Commission" that satisfied all but several claims the representatives of Mr. Hasanov had filed against the Georgian National Communications Commission ("GNCC") on July 5, 2021.
The two defamatory articles against the claimant were posted on the GNCC website as well as on the official Facebook page, in English and Georgian. By approaching the Tbilisi City Court, Mr. Hasanov's representatives sought to prove that the press releases published by the Georgian National Communications Commission on March 24 and 26, 2021 were substantially false and intended to defame and damage claimant's business reputation. After extensive hearings, the Tbilisi City Court decided to satisfy Mr. Hasanov's claim on August 12, 2022, confirming that most of the Commission's statements were false and without basis.
It further ordered the Commission to publish on its official website and Facebook page the information regarding the Court's decision, confirming that the statement made against Mr. Hasanov were false and defamatory.
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"Restaurant: Impossible" Chef to Inspire Honorees Who are "Creating Infinite Possibilities"
EXTON, Pa., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a year when the theme for Cable-Tec Expo® 2022 is "Creating Infinite Possibilities," the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE®), a CableLabs® subsidiary, announces that Chef Robert Irvine of "Restaurant: Impossible" will be the featured keynote speaker at the annual SCTE Award Luncheon, sponsored by Comcast Business and Cisco.
For 20 seasons, Chef Irvine, host of Food Network's hit show "Restaurant: Impossible," has been turning around restaurants across America that are facing an impending demise. With a limited budget and two days to work, he uses his creativity and resourcefulness to turn the eatery's fortunes around. And as a Comcast Business partner of 10 years, Irvine knows the transformational role the right technology plays in powering possibilities. That makes him uniquely suited to share advice and true accounts from his vast and diversified experience with this year's award winners and answer the question, "When things seem impossible...what do you do?"
Expo 2022 Co-chair and Comcast Cable President and CEO David Watson will introduce Robert Irvine and Morgan Bondon, vice president, Americas Service Provider, from Cisco, and will lead the fireside chat with him.
During the Awards Luncheon on September 21, SCTE will recognize leaders that are making significant contributions and innovations in the cable industry including Excellence in Standards, Learning & Development, and Women in Technology, as well as the Young Leader Award. Plus, there will be special recognition of the local technicians that support the industry's cable network through the International Cable-Tec Games.
SCTE is excited to recognize distinguished individuals for their contributions in several categories, including:
- Excellence in Standards Award Winner Andy Scott (NCTA Vice President of Engineering)
- Chairman's Award Winner Jon Pederson (Midco Chief Technology Innovation Officer)
- Excellence in Learning & Development Award Winner Nathan Sidlinger (Mediacom Manager, Learning and Development)
- Wilt J. Hildenbrand Jr. Rising Leader Award Winner Andrii Vladyka (Harmonic Technical Product Manager)
- Hall of Fame inductee Mark Adams (Cox Communications Director, Access Engineering and Architectures)
The SCTE Senior Members, Member of the Year, and Chapter Leader of the Year will be announced at the annual industry award ceremony. Induction into the SCTE Hall of Fame requires over 20 years of industry service.
A ticket to the SCTE Award Luncheon is included with full conference registration. Exhibitors and attendees with floor passes may purchase a ticket to the luncheon on the Expo registration page at https://expo.scte.org/attendee-registration/.
SCTE Cable-Tec Expo is known around the world for close to four decades as the preeminent venue for thought leadership, engineering innovation, and pioneering business insights. This year Expo will reunite thousands of professionals for 100+ hours of learning, premier thought leaders, and hundreds of innovative vendors with leading edge technology solutions.
SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo® is the preeminent venue for thought leadership, engineering innovation and dealmaking within the broadband telecommunications industry. Hosted by the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE), a subsidiary of CableLabs®, Expo 2022 will be presented as a hybrid experience in Philadelphia, PA, September 19-22, and chaired by industry leaders Comcast President and CEO David Watson and Liberty Global Vice-chairman and CEO Michael Fries. The most compelling technologies that are building the future of cable telecommunications will be on display as we celebrate collaboration and "Creating Infinite Possibilities," the theme for Expo 2022. More information at expo.scte.org.
SCTE is shaping the future of connectivity. Through technological leadership and innovation, SCTE has served as the applied science leader for the cable telecommunications industry for more than five decades. As a not-for-profit member organization, SCTE moves member companies forward through continuous training for the workforce of tomorrow and by putting leaders into the conversations that matter. SCTE is the force behind the annual SCTE Cable-Tec Expo®, the largest cable telecommunications and technology tradeshow in the Americas. Learn more at www.scte.org.
As the leading innovation and R&D lab for the cable industry, CableLabs creates global impact through its member companies around the world and its subsidiaries, Kyrio and SCTE. With a state-of-the-art research and innovation facility and collaborative ecosystem with thousands of vendors, CableLabs delivers impactful network technologies for the entire industry. For more information, visit cablelabs.com.
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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Loomis AB resolved, and communicated, on July 21, 2022, to continue to repurchase own shares during the third quarter 2022.
As of August 31, 2022, the company has during the third quarter repurchased 434,000 own shares. The company's total holding of own shares thereby amounts to 2,691,782. The total number of shares in the company, including the company's own shares, amounts to 75,279,829.
For information about transactions in the repurchase program, please see: www.nasdaqomxnordic.com/news/corporate-actions/repurchase-of-own-shares.
This press release is also available on the company's website, www.loomis.com
CONTACT:
Kristian Ackeby
Chief Financial Officer
Mobile: +46 70 569 69 98
Email: kristian.ackeby@loomis.com
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Jewel, Third Eye Blind, Styx and more share memorable moments about their first cars; Cover Song Challenge gives fans a chance to win concert tickets
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Concert season is back and Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) and Live Nation have partnered once again to connect music fans with the artists they love through Mercury's "My First Car" series, a personal look at some of the world's best known musicians and the fond memories behind the wheel of their first car.
"We know that many music fans have been anxiously waiting for the moment they could see their favorite artists back on stage," said Erik Thompson, Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Mercury Insurance. "Not only do fans have the opportunity to see live shows again, but the return of Mercury's 'My First Car' video series allows them to connect with their favorite artists in a way that was once only granted by a VIP experience. Through the shared experience of reliving fond memories of our first cars, we thought it would be fun to ask artists about their favorite moments behind the wheel."
Featured musicians for this year's Mercury Insurance 'My First Car' Series include:
- Styx
- Train
- Jewel
- Third Eye Blind
- George Thorogood
All of the artist videos, including the new season trailer, are available at https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/myfirstcar/
Mercury recognizes the powerful connection music has and the fun that is singing along to your favorite artist's songs. Today, Mercury announces the "Cover Song Challenge" singalong contest that gives fans a chance to win tickets to a FivePoint Amphitheatre show this season by posting a video of themselves singing along to one of their favorite songs.
Fans who sing a song from any artist in the 2022 FivePoint Amphitheatre lineup and post their performance on Instagram Reels or TikTok using the hashtags #coveredwithmercury and #sweeps are eligible to win two free tickets to a 2022 concert at FivePoint.
"We are really excited and ready for the return of live music and there's no better way to celebrate than gifting fans tickets to a show," Thompson said.
For more information on how to enter to win as well as access to Mercury Insurance's 2022 concert series, visit https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/music/.
Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) is a multiple-line insurance carrier predominantly offering personal auto, homeowners, renters and commercial insurance through a network of independent agents in Arizona, California, Illinois, Georgia, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia, as well as auto insurance in Florida. Mercury writes other lines of insurance in various states, including business owners and business auto, landlord, home-sharing, ride-hailing and mechanical protection insurance.
Since 1962, Mercury has provided customers with tremendous value for their insurance dollar by pairing ultracompetitive rates with excellent customer service. Mercury has earned "A" ratings from A.M. Best and Fitch, as well as ranking highest in the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Insurance Digital Experience StudySM and four consecutive "Best Auto Insurance Company" awards from Insure.com. For more information visit MercuryInsurance.com or follow the company on Twitter or Facebook.
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. For additional information, visit https://www.livenationentertainment.com/.
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TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Thursday hailed economic and educational cooperation with Taiwan, marked by a $12 billion investment in his state by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp.
Ducey spoke during a meeting with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, in the latest of a series of visits by U.S. political leaders that have stirred the ire of China, which claims Taiwan as its own territory and condemns all official contacts between Taipei and foreign governments that recognize Beijing.
Taiwan is a leader in the production of semiconductors, the critical chips that are used in everyday electronics and have become a battleground in the technology competition between the U.S. and China.
Arizona is also home to a base that trains Taiwan’s F-16 fighter pilots who are a major part in the island’s defenses against a threatened Chinese blockade or invasion. Arizona also plans to open a state representative office in Taipei and the sides have inked an agreement on cooperation in higher education. The TSMC investment is expected to create 2,000 jobs in Arizona, with the company taking numerous future workers for training in Taiwan.
“Arizona and Taiwan have many shared economic strengths specifically in technology and advanced manufacturing industries,” Ducey said.
“Both Arizona and Taiwan are global semiconductor leaders and it is in this industry where our partnership is the greatest. (The investment) has elevated the potential of what’s possible between Arizona and Taiwan,” the governor said.
Neither Tsai or Ducey directly mentioned China, although in her remarks, the president indicated current events were driving expanded economic links between the sides.
“In the face of authoritarian expansionism and the economic challenges of the post-pandemic era, Taiwan seeks to bolster cooperation with the United States in the semiconductor and other high-tech industries,” Tsai said.
“This would help build more secure and more resilient supply chains. We look forward to jointly producing democracy chips to safeguard the interests of our democratic partners and create greater prosperity,” she said.
Close links between Taiwan and Arizona date back to the state’s former senators Barry Goldwater and John McCain, conservatives who were strongly critical of Beijing.
U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s trip to Taiwan early last month made her the highest-ranking American official to visit in 25 years, prompting China to launch missiles over the island and send ships and planes across the midline of the Taiwan Strait.
The U.S. recently sent a pair of missile cruisers through the 180 kilometer (110 mile)-wide strait in a rejection of Chinese protests. Despite the lack of formal diplomatic relations, the U.S. remains Taiwan’s main source of political and military support and federal law requires it to ensure the island has the ability to defend itself against Chinese threats. | https://fox59.com/business/ap-business/ap-arizona-gov-ducey-hails-taiwan-semiconductor-investment/ | 2022-09-01T17:11:39Z | https://fox59.com/business/ap-business/ap-arizona-gov-ducey-hails-taiwan-semiconductor-investment/ | false |
Five more arrests come in wake of Peoria Stadium melee
PEORIA − Peoria police continue to make arrests in connection with a fight at Peoria Stadium that led to the disruption of Peoria High's opening football game.
Semone Roth, a police spokeswoman, announced Wednesday night that five more teens, all Peoria Public Schools students, were arrested and taken to the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center on the single count of mob action.
The boys were 16, 15 and 17.
Those five arrests follow three previous arrests when a 17-, 16- and 15-year-old were all arrested for mob action as well. Those youths were also PPS students as well, Roth said. The investigation is ongoing and that more arrests are expected.
More:Fight outside of East Peoria football game Friday night results in 2 arrests
At a news conference on Monday, Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria said as many as a dozen people were possibly involved in the melee that occurred during the game's second quarter. Loud popping sounds, later determined to be a metal baton of a PPS school resource officer banging against a metal railing, were believed by many to be gunshots.
No one was injured and police later said no shots were fired. Peoria High's opponent, Metamora, decided to forfeit the game instead of finishing it the day next. The district has issued new rules and start times for games in the wake of the fight.
Anyone with information regarding this incident, please contact Peoria Police at (309) 494-8368, tip411 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at (309) 673-9000. | https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/crime/2022/09/01/peoria-police-arrest-5-more-juveniles-high-school-football-fight/65467503007/ | 2022-09-01T17:11:49Z | https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/crime/2022/09/01/peoria-police-arrest-5-more-juveniles-high-school-football-fight/65467503007/ | false |
CHICAGO (WGN) — A group of migrants from Texas arrived at Chicago’s Union Station Wednesday night, according to Gov. Greg Abbott. The governor, citing the Biden administration and Chicago’s sanctuary city status, said that the city will now be a drop-off location.
In April, Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to charter buses to transport undocumented migrants from Texas to Washington D.C. Earlier in August, he directed that New York City be added as a second drop-off location.
According to the governor’s office, thousands of undocumented migrants have been transported to D.C. and New York City, providing “much-needed relief to Texas’ overwhelmed border communities.”
Abbott cited Chicago’s “Welcoming City Ordinance” as a reason why he selected it as the state’s third drop-off location.
“President Biden’s inaction at our southern border continues putting the lives of Texans — and Americans — at risk and is overwhelming our communities,” said Gov. Abbott in a statement. “To continue providing much-needed relief to our small, overrun border towns, Chicago will join fellow sanctuary cities Washington, D.C. and New York City as an additional drop-off location. Mayor Lightfoot loves to tout the responsibility of her city to welcome all regardless of legal status, and I look forward to seeing this responsibility in action as these migrants receive resources from a sanctuary city with the capacity to serve them.”
Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office released a statement Wednesday night saying they received approximately 60 migrant. He also described Gov. Abbott’s actions at “racist practices.”
“As a city, we are doing everything we can to ensure these immigrants and their families can receive shelter, food, and most importantly protection,” the statement read, in part. “This is not new; Chicago welcomes hundreds of migrants every year to our city and provides much-needed assistance. Unfortunately, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is without any shame or humanity. But ever since he put these racist practices of expulsion in place, we have been working with our community partners to ready the city to receive these individuals.” | https://www.kron4.com/news/national/texas-governor-sends-first-bus-of-undocumented-migrants-to-chicago/ | 2022-09-01T17:12:03Z | https://www.kron4.com/news/national/texas-governor-sends-first-bus-of-undocumented-migrants-to-chicago/ | false |
The Habit Burger Grill Opens in Logan on September 7th
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Habit Burger Grill, the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads and more announces the grand opening of a new location in Logan. Located at 1375 N Mail St., the fast-casual restaurant will serve up its 'Habit Hospitality' beginning September 7th.
In honor of the exciting grand opening, The Habit Burger Grill will host exclusive pre-opening VIP events for The Habit's CharClub members. Guests can receive an invite to this exclusive sneak peek by signing up for the CharClub at www.habitburger.com/logan.
- Free Charburger Day (Saturday, September 3rd): The first 200 guests at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. will receive a free freshly-made Charburger, fries and drink. Must be a CharClub member and present VIP invitation.
- Free Charburger Day (Monday, September 5th): The first 200 guests at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. will receive a free freshly-made Charburger, fries and drink. Must be a CharClub member and present VIP invitation.
- Free Habit Day (Tuesday, September 6th): The first 200 guests at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. will receive a free chargrilled meal from one of our pre-set menus. Must be a CharClub member and present VIP invitation.
The restaurant will offer dine-in, takeout and drive-thru ordering. Curbside pick-up and delivery will be available via The Habit Mobile App and online at order.habitburger.com. Guests also have additional convenient ordering options including state-of-the-art indoor self-serve kiosks and delivery through DoorDash, Postmates and Uber Eats.
"It has been so exciting to make our mark in Utah and have the chance to open a new drive-thru in Logan. This restaurant will be #13 in the state, and we look forward to reaching more communities as we grow," said Iwona Alter, Chief Brand Officer at The Habit Burger Grill.
The Habit Burger Grill was named in Thrillist's list of "Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!" With its cooked-to-order mantra, The Habit Burger Grill's open flame sears a distinctive smoky flavor into their famous Charburgers, fresh marinated chicken, sushi-grade ahi tuna and tenderloin steak. Guests at The Habit Burger Grill can always count on freshly-made, handcrafted quality served up with genuine hospitality.
This Habit Burger Grill's dining room and drive-thru will be open Monday - Saturday from 10:30am - 10:00pm and Sunday from 10:30am - 9:00pm.
Connect with The Habit Burger Grill on social media at facebook.com/habitburgergrill, instagram.com/habitburgergrill, twitter.com/habitburger, tiktok.com/@habitburgergrill, and youtube.com/habittube.
Born in Santa Barbara, California in 1969, The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast-casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, cooked-to-order chargrilled burgers and handcrafted sandwiches featuring grilled tenderloin steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh handcrafted salads and an appealing selection of sides and shakes. The Habit Burger Grill was named the "best tasting burger in America" in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America's leading consumer magazines, named in Thrillist's list of "Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!" and featured in Newsweek's "America's Favorite Restaurant Chains 2022." The Habit Burger Grill has since grown to over 335 restaurants in 14 states throughout Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia and Washington as well as 13 international locations, seven in China and six in Cambodia. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.
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CDC advisers weigh who needs updated COVID booster and when
(AP) - COVID-19 boosters updated to match the newest omicron strains are about to roll out, and government advisers met Thursday to decide who should roll up their sleeves -- and when.
The tweaked shots made by Pfizer and rival Moderna promise Americans a chance at their most up-to-date protection at yet another critical period in the pandemic. The U.S. still is experiencing tens of thousands of coronavirus cases and about 500 deaths every day, and those numbers are expected to surge again in the fall.
The Food and Drug Administration authorized the new combination shots, half the original vaccine and half protection against the BA.4 and BA.5 omicron versions now responsible for nearly all COVID-19 infections.
Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention began weighing how best to use them. The CDC’s ultimate decision is the final step before shots begin.
It’s important “to simplify our recommendations,” CDC’s Dr. Melinda Wharton cautioned the advisory panel.
The original COVID-19 vaccines still offer strong protection against severe illness and death, especially among younger and healthier people who’ve gotten at least one booster.
But those vaccines were designed to target the virus strain that circulated in early 2020. Effectiveness drops as new mutants emerge and the longer it’s been since someone’s last shot. Since April, hospitalization rates in people over age 65 have jumped, the CDC said.
The new updated shots are only for use as a booster for people who’ve had primary vaccinations regardless of brand or how many booster doses they’ve had until now. Pfizer’s option is for people 12 and older while Moderna’s is for adults only.
A big unknown: Exactly how much benefit people will get from one of those extra shots.
The FDA cleared the updated boosters based largely on clinical trials of prior tweaks to the vaccine recipe, including the companies’ testing of shots targeting an earlier omicron strain that was found safe and able to rev up virus-fighting antibodies. Rather than waiting another few months for more human testing of the BA.5 version, the agency accepted mouse testing showing it also sparked a good immune response.
Before this new booster update, people 50 and older already were urged to get a second booster of the original vaccine — and those who did saw some extra protection especially the longer it had been since their last shot, said CDC’s Dr. Ruth Link-Gelles.
The new combination booster “should provide at least similar or better protection against omicron since it’ll be a better match” to today’s virus strains, she told the panel.
Still, many scientists say to get the maximum benefit, people will need to wait longer between their last vaccination and the new booster than the two months that the FDA set as the minimum.
Waiting four to six months between vaccinations is commonly advised, said virologist Andrew Pekosz of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. If someone already has lots of antibodies in their bloodstream, another shot won’t rev up that many more, essentially wasting it.
“You usually want to space out a vaccine booster,” said Pekosz, who is closely watching where CDC draws that line. “Those recommendations are really going to be critical in terms of how good this vaccine is going to be.”
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CHICAGO (AP) — Singer R. Kelly told a federal judge Thursday that he won’t testify at his ongoing trial in Chicago on charges that accuse him of child pornography, enticement of minors for sex and fixing his 2008 state trial.
The judge raised the issue minutes before attorneys for Kelly and two co-defendants began calling their first witnesses, endeavoring to counter two weeks of government testimony, including from four women who accused Kelly of sexual abuse
Addressing the Grammy Award-winner directly Thursday, Judge Harry Leinenweber asked if he had discussed with his lawyers whether to testify. Kelly, 55, responded calmly, “Yes, you honor.” Asked if he would testify, Kelly said he would not.
Co-defendant Derrel McDavid, a longtime Kelly business manager, is accused of helping Kelly rig the 2008 trial. McDavid said he will testify. Co-defendant Milton Brown is charged with receiving child pornography. Like Kelly, he said he wouldn’t testify.
Taking the witness stand is always risky, including because it subjects a defendant to cross-examination. There’s always a chance a defendant blurts out something incriminating under tough questioning.
Leinenweber on Thursday also denied a defense motion of acquittal, a common but rarely granted request for a judge to acquit before jurors get the case. Leinenweber said prosecutors presented sufficient evidence to leave the question of guilt to jurors.
McDavid’s legal team called the first defense witness Thursday, a McDavid friend and former police officer Christopher G. Wilson. He testified that McDavid told him in 2001 that someone was trying to blackmail Kelly with threats about videos.
A New York federal judge sentenced the Kelly in June to 30 years in prison for convictions on racketeering and sex trafficking charges. A conviction on just one or two of the charges at the Chicago trial could adds years to that sentence.
The highlight of prosecutors’ case came two weeks ago with the testimony of a 37-year-old woman who used the pseudonym “Jane.” She described Kelly sexually abusing her hundreds of times starting in 1998 when she was 14 and Kelly was around 30.
Federal prosecutors rested their case on Tuesday. Closing arguments are expected to happen in the middle of next week.
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Addition of G FUEL brand and eight new products – including ready to drink and powders – keeps you in the game
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- If you're a gamer, and a GNC shopper, there are eight new products from G FUEL to choose from, six of which are exclusive to GNC. In addition to necessities like a headset for comms, a comfortable chair to support marathon sessions and a crew to rally with, energy drinks to boost focus and maximize playing time are clutch. Enter G FUEL – The Official Energy Drink of Esports® – at GNC. G FUEL is formulated with gaming in mind to help boost energy, focus, endurance and may help reaction time. And for the first time, four exclusive G FUEL ready-to-drink (RTD) cans and two exclusive energy formula powder formats are now available at GNC stores nationwide and on GNC.com.
"Our investment in the gaming space continues to grow with the addition of G FUEL," said Kevin Maloberti, VP, Merchandising, GNC. "We know mental fitness and cognitive function are just as important as physical health for gamers and fitness enthusiasts looking for an edge ahead of their competition. These new products from G FUEL complement existing gaming products and opens new avenues for energy boosts and focus to help consumers Live Well."
The partnership adds new G FUEL products, all of which are sugar-free, antioxidant and vitamin fortified, focus enhancing, and high-performance energy, to GNC's gaming portfolio. Exclusive additions include:
- G FUEL Low Stim RTD – Available in Knuckles Sour Power (Sour Raspberry Candy), Divine Peach (Peach, Kiwi, Dragon Fruit), and Miami Nights (Strawberry, Pineapple, Coconut), this energy drink keeps you focused for gaming marathons, with 140 mg of caffeine compared to G FUEL's 300 mg standard cans.
- G FUEL Compound V – Inspired by "The Boys" – Available in 16 oz cans and 40-serving powder tubs, this citrus, berry, coconut and ginseng powder will help you stay energized and feeling superheroic as you game.
- G FUEL Hype Sauce Energy Formula Powder – Another great power-up, this powder is easy to mix with water for a boost of energy, focus, reaction and endurance.
GNC is also launching additional G FUEL products, including its Sonic Peach Rings and Hype Sauce Raspberry Lemonade RTD cans.
G FUEL Energy Formula Powder is sugar free and packed with antioxidants from 18 different fruit extracts. Each serving has only 15 calories and contains 140 mg of caffeine plus proprietary energy and focus-enhancing complexes. G FUEL cans have zero sugar, zero calories, zero artificial colors, and feature a ready-to-use ketone ingredient (goBHB®), a plant-based antioxidant complex and B-vitamins to support energy production.
"G FUEL is launching at GNC in a big way," said G FUEL Founder and CEO Cliff Morgan. "Through this partnership we're making our products available to more fans on a larger scale. GNC's vast network of stores, broad online reach, and loyal consumer base is a huge win for us as we continue to scale our business."
To learn more about GNC, please visit www.gnc.com.
GNC is a leading global health and wellness brand that provides high-quality, science-based products and solutions consumers need to live mighty, live fit and live well.
The brand touches consumers worldwide by providing its products and services through company-owned retail locations, domestic and international franchise locations, digital commerce and strong wholesale and retail partnerships across the globe. GNC's diversified, multi-channel business model has worldwide reach and a well-recognized, trusted brand. By combining exceptional innovation, product development capabilities and an extensive global distribution network, GNC manages a best-in-class product portfolio. www.gnc.com.
As The Official Energy Drink of Esports®, G FUEL provides gamers with a performance-driven alternative to standard energy drink products. With an ever-expanding, sugar-free product lineup that includes a powdered Energy Formula, ready-to-drink cans, powdered Hydration Formula and Sparkling Hydration bottles, G FUEL has firmly established itself as the market leader in the gamer energy drink industry.
With over 341,000 5-star Shopper Approved Ratings, a shipping network that spans over 125 countries, a nationwide retail campaign, and a global social media footprint of over 1 billion followers, G FUEL maintains the industry's largest and most passionate community of fans, customers, content creators, and partners. Content creators and partners include the likes of Ninja, Sentinels Esports, Logic, NoisyButters, Luminosity Gaming, PewDiePie, Mikal Bridges, Summit1G, xQc, Ghost Gaming, Activision, SEGA of America, Capcom®, Bethesda Game Studios, Warner Bros., Disney, Lucasfilm, Sony Pictures, The Tetris Company, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc., RESPAWN Products, SteelSeries, and Digital Storm.
Join the movement today at GFUEL.com and follow us on social media @GFuelEnergy.
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ANGOLA — The Angola Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Expo and Membership Meeting is fast approaching.
The event will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Potawatomi Inn in Pokagon State Park.
“This is a great opportunity to showcase your business and the excellent services you provide with a booth sponsorship,” said information from the Chamber of Commerce.
Whether people are sponsoring a booth or just wanting to attend the event, you can register at https://bit.ly/3wMpIyf.
There will be a short business meeting as required by the Chamber’s Bylaws to review the Chamber’s accomplishments and plans for the year.
This year’s event is sponsored by Northern Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation.
The keynote speaker will be Bill Konyha, president and CEO of the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana.
The Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana is an advocacy organization supporting the policies of its private sector members in the 11-county region.
The mission of the Regional Chamber is to promote an environment in northeast Indiana where individuals, businesses and communities thrive in a global economy. The focus is on the pillars of 21st Century Talent, world class infrastructure and a competitive business climate.
People wishing to attend need to make their reservations by Wednesday.
Sponsorships are still available and information is available by calling the phone number below. Individual lunch tickets are $25 for Chamber members and $35 for non-members.
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A simple technology could save Birmingham residents lots of money on water bills, but Mayor Randall Woodfin says politics are getting in the way.
Roughly 13,000 customers in the Birmingham metro area have had or continue to deal with billing issues such as multiple billing or overestimated meter charges, with some of these reports going as far back as October.
In a Twitter thread Thursday, Woodfin claimed Water Works board members have continually blocked bids for automatic meter readings.
The technology, he said, is used by Spire, Alabama Power and other smaller systems and could help with more “accurate and consistent billing.”
“It is ridiculous that the Birmingham Water Works board does not utilize this technology,” he said. “...As a customer, you deserve better service.”
The mayor’s comments come amid three recent retirements from the six-person department, and a public clash over exceedingly high bills.
In the past week, Woodfin has taken to social media to call out members of the Water Works Board, who he says are “victimizing” residents and getting in the way of important decisions.
“Good morning to everyone except the water works board, and that’s the Birmingham Water Works Board,” Woodfin said in a Facebook live Monday.
On Aug. 25, Woodfin tweeted that overpriced water bills are one of the most common complaints that come into city hall.
The city doesn’t have direct oversight of the department, he said, but does appoint some members of the Water Works Board.
A week later, the mayor is continuing to press members for more accountability.
Woodfin claimed that in 2016, bid documents were prepared for automatic meter reading, but that Water Works members blocked that process from happening.
Six years later, he claimed, the board is still blocking the general manager, Mike Johnson, from creating a bid process.
“Water Works Board members – Move; get out the way. Allow the general manager the space to serve this community properly,” he tweeted Thursday.
Water Works Board members – Move; get out the way. Allow the general manager the space to serve this community properly. pic.twitter.com/MsWU4YYT7B
— Randall Woodfin (@randallwoodfin) September 1, 2022
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WFO SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
855 AM PDT Thu Sep 1 2022
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of
102 to 112 degrees in the San Joaquin Valley and Mojave
Slopes. High temperatures of 99 to 109 degrees in the Coastal
Range, lower Sierra Foothills, Yosemite Valley, and the Kern
River Valley. High temperatures of 105 to 115 degrees in the
Mojave Desert and Indian Wells Valley.
* WHERE...San Joaquin Valley, Coastal Range, lower Sierra Nevada
Foothills, Yosemite Valley, Kern River Valley, Mojave Desert
and Slopes, and the Indian Wells Valley.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the
potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures
ranging from 98 to 107 degrees.
* WHERE...Mariposa-Madera Lower Sierra, Fresno-Tulare Lower
Sierra and South End of the Lower Sierra.
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TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran on Thursday put the FIFA World Cup trophy on display for the first time, part of the trophy’s global tour ahead of the tournament that kicks off in neighboring Qatar in November.
The trophy display ceremony was held in Tehran’s Milad Tower hall in the capital, with hundreds of spectators looking on. They included city and football officials, veteran football players, and Dragan Skokic, the head coach of Iran’s national football team.
Ahmad Reza Abedzadeh, who captained Iran’s team in the 1998 World Cup in France, unveiled the trophy.
The trophy tour includes every nation that has qualified for the tournament.
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Poll: Democrats' midterm chances improve while inflation and abortion remain top election issues
Biden's approval rating increased by 3% since March
Democrats' midterm chances appear to be looking up as registered voters rank abortion in close second to the economy in a poll about top midterm issues, and President Biden saw another spike in his approval following recent legislative victories.
A new Wall Street Journal national poll suggests that Democrats are leading on the generic congressional ballot, with 47% saying that they would vote for a Democratic candidate if the election were held today, while Republicans lagged with 44% support.
The results show a major shift in voter direction over the past few months, after a March poll reported the GOP was leading by five percentage points.
President Biden received his best job approval ratings in months at 45% support among registered voters in the poll, although his disapproval rating of 55% still trumps those who favor him. Biden's approval is up three percentage points since March, a number that might be attributed to his recent legislative wins.
CNN, WSJ, WAPO REPORTS SUGGEST GOP LOSING MIDTERM STEAM: ‘MAJORITY IS IN PLAY
Biden recently announced the student loan handout that, if put into effect, will cost the American taxpayers around $500 billion according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget's estimate. Biden also recently signed several major legislations into law, including the Manchin-Schumer climate, health care and taxation bill labeled the Inflation Reduction Act.
Although they were lagging on the generic congressional ballot, Republicans are leading in most categories when asked which party would better handle a list of issues the country is currently facing, including the economy and inflation, crime reduction, reducing the deficit, and securing the border, according to the poll.
Democrats came out on top in their handling of abortion policy, lowering prescription drugs, and education.
When asked what the most important factor is when choosing a candidate to vote for this fall, the economy ranked the highest, receiving 16% of voter choice. Abortion came in at a close second, with 13% of registered voters feeling that it is the top midterm issue. Inflation was the main priority to 11% of Americans, while every other category received under 10% support.
The economy and abortion have been major midterm components over the past few months, after inflation hit a 40-year-high in June and the economy entered into a technical recession after the gross domestic product (GDP) dropped for a second consecutive quarter. Also in June, the Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision after ruling that the right to abortion is unconstitutional and giving the power back to the states to place any restrictions on abortion.
Democrat candidates running in this year's midterm elections have made clear their pro-abortion objectives, but refuse to explain further if they support any limitations, including un until the point of birth, partial-birth abortion, or gender selective abortion.
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Acquisition helps Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands and retailers individually optimize pricing and promotions to deliver savings for customers while maximizing ROI for their businesses
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced it has acquired Eversight, an AI-powered pricing and promotions platform for CPG brands and retailers. Since its founding in 2013, Eversight has brought CPG brands and retailers technologies tailor-made for the grocery industry, enabling brands and retailers to unlock optimal promotions and pricing that propel their business and create more compelling savings opportunities for customers.
Through Eversight's AI-powered, experimentation-based platform, CPG brands and retailers can continuously test customized pricing and promotions directly with their individual customers, at scale. This automates processes that have traditionally been highly manual and time-consuming and lets brands and retailers engage in shopper-centric optimization. With the company's technology for CPG brands, Eversight surfaces real-time, custom insights into the promotions that best resonate with customers and impact their buying decisions. For retail partners, Eversight lets them use their physical and digital storefronts to run ongoing individualized micro price point experiments at-scale.
Bringing together Eversight's deep expertise in pricing and promotions with Instacart's scale, partnerships, and machine learning technology provides an opportunity to transform pricing strategies and promotions for Instacart's partners. CPG brands and retailers will have access to new individualized and customized pricing tools and dynamic insights via Instacart that connect the dots between online and offline behavior to improve sales and growth, along with customers' experiences, no matter how they choose to shop. This creates a flywheel effect in which goods are priced at the sweet spot that drives more sales and growth for CPGs and retailers – all while unlocking even better promotions and pricing for customers.
"Giving everyone access to the food they love is core to Instacart's mission, and when it comes to grocery shopping, we know that every dollar matters. With higher inflation and the average cost of groceries up, we're taking even more steps to make food and daily essentials more affordable," said Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart. "By combining Eversight's leading pricing and promotions capabilities with Instacart's world-class teams and technology, we're positioned to deliver even more value to our brand and retail partners, while also creating more opportunities for customers to maximize their savings both in-store and online."
"We founded Eversight to help brands and retailers be more agile and consumer-centric with their pricing and promotions decisions. This is particularly critical in today's high inflation environment, with rapidly changing shopping behavior," said David Moran, Co-founder and Chairman of Eversight. "By joining Instacart, this technology can be scaled across online and offline pricing to help make buying groceries more affordable for everyone while also driving more value for CPGs and retailers. We're excited about our future together, as we build towards becoming one of the most strategic, valued technology platforms for our partners."
Eversight's approach can provide nuanced insights that help retailers and CPG brands quickly achieve their objectives, while delivering a meaningful impact for customers. For example, a CPG brand partner was looking to improve an in-store promotion's performance and wanted to make it more effective, but was concerned about the risks that come with trialing new offers in-store. With the help of Eversight, the brand was able to quickly make adjustments to the promotion, resulting in 10% incremental unit sales growth. The CPG replaced more than 100 weeks of the old promotion with the new offer. In another instance, a retail partner wanted to improve their customer pricing perceptions without sacrificing their business performance. In just five weeks of price experimentation, Eversight helped identify new price points that resonated with customers across 30 categories, leading to a 6% margin lift.
"Now more than ever, it's critical that we're delivering the right promotions to the right consumers. Eversight's real-world, real-time insights help us find the price point or promotion that resonates with our consumers and leads to a purchase," said Lynn Hemans, VP Consumer Intelligence & Analytics for The Hershey Company. "The capabilities that Eversight and Instacart can bring to market together have the potential to be a significant improvement in how CPG brands learn, test, and measure campaigns across the grocery industry."
"As a grocer serving 112 communities, we take our responsibility to provide affordable, fresh foods seriously, especially at a time when we know our customers are aiming to stretch their food dollars. Eversight's pricing insights position us to meet our customers' needs while creating value for our business," said Tom Henry, Chief Data Officer & Deputy Chief Information Officer for Schnucks. "We're excited for Eversight to join Instacart, another one of our long-standing, trusted technology partners. We're confident that by combining their efforts, they will enhance their capabilities, which will help us better engage our customers, grow our business, and nourish people's lives."
Eversight's CPG offerings will be part of the Instacart Ads product and technology suite, which provides CPG brand partners with highly-effective, measurable advertising opportunities and insights capabilities. For retailers, Eversight's retail technology will be part of the Instacart Platform, a suite of enterprise-grade solutions that enhance and digitize grocery retail to create an omnichannel experience for customers. Specifically, Eversight will be available to retailers through Carrot Insights, Instacart's data dashboard that tracks key performance and operational metrics for retailers to help optimize operations, provide more connected online and in-store shopping experiences, and make informed business decisions.
In addition to helping retailers and CPG brands independently surface the best pricing and promotions to their customers, Instacart offers a number of products and features designed to ensure grocery delivery and pickup are more affordable and accessible to everyone. This includes providing access to a variety of value and club retailers, fulfillment options like pickup and "No Rush" next-day delivery, payment options including EBT SNAP, as well as easy ways to discover promotions, coupons and discounts from the Instacart App Deals Tab. Instacart also recently introduced new benefits through its Instacart+ membership, including 5% cash back on pickup orders, and the new Instacart Chase card, which provides a 5% statement credit on all Instacart purchases.
Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, works with grocers and retailers to transform how people shop. The company partners with more than 900 national, regional, and local retail brands to facilitate online shopping, delivery and pickup services from more than 75,000 stores across more than 13,000 cities in North America on the Instacart Marketplace. Instacart makes it possible for millions of busy people and families to get the groceries they need from the retailers they love, and for more than 600,000 Instacart shoppers to earn by picking, packing and delivering orders for customers on their own flexible schedule. The Instacart Platform offers retailers a suite of enterprise-grade technology products and services to power their e-commerce experiences, fulfill orders, digitize brick-and-mortar stores, provide advertising services, and glean insights. With Instacart Ads, thousands of CPG brands – from category leaders to emerging brands – partner with the company to connect directly with consumers online, right at the point of purchase. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company, and to start shopping, visit www.instacart.com. For anyone interested in becoming an Instacart shopper, visit https://shoppers.instacart.com/.
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CHERRY HILL, N.J. (AP) — Authorities in New Jersey released video and documents related to sexual offense charges filed against actor Gary Busey, who is accused of inappropriately touching at least three women at a horror movie convention earlier this month.
The documentation released Wednesday by Cherry Hill police was heavily redacted and revealed no major new details regarding the allegations. Most of the police bodycam videos and witness interview videos are also blurred and contain no audio.
Busey, 78, faces charges of fourth-degree criminal sexual contact, attempted criminal sexual contact and harassment. He maintains his innocence. The charges stem from alleged actions Aug. 12-14 at the Monster Mania Convention at the Doubletree Hotel in the southern Jersey town, which is a suburb of Philadelphia.
Busey, who lives in Malibu, California, was scheduled as a featured guest for the three-day event. However, the company running the convention said he was removed from the event when it received a complaint from attendees.
Busey is widely known as a character actor, largely in supporting roles, though he came to attention and was nominated for an Oscar for best actor for playing the title role in the 1978 film “The Buddy Holly Story.” | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Bodycam-video-released-in-Busey-sex-offense-17412935.php | 2022-09-01T17:38:55Z | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Bodycam-video-released-in-Busey-sex-offense-17412935.php | true |
HOUSTON, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, will hold an in-person Race for the Cure to raise critical funds that support breast cancer patients and advance research that brings us closer to the cures. The Race will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022 near downtown Houston and Sam Houston Park.
"We look forward to creating a community for anyone impacted by breast cancer as we gather, in person, for this year's Race. Funds raised from the Race for the Cure will further our ability to meet the needs of people in treatment through trained patient navigators and financial assistance, as well as fund research aimed at improving outcomes for all," Kristen Barley, State Executive Director of the Gulf Coast Area, at Susan G. Komen.
Komen is pleased to welcome returning presenting sponsor Kroger Food Stores, silver sponsors Amgen/American Bone Health, Houston Methodist, and MD Anderson Cancer Center, and bronze sponsors Citi, Enterprise Holdings LLC, Francesca's, Greenwich Lifesciences, Harvey Builders, Nabors, NOV, Oak Farms Dairy, Page and Shell Oil Company.
Participants can expect to enjoy the following at the Race:
- Water, bananas and granola bars from Kroger Food Stores
- Hope Village, also known as Sam Houston Park, a place for participants, survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) to gather and celebrate
- IHOP serving complimentary breakfast to all Race participants
- Pink Ribbon Café for Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer
- Kids Corral with local mascots family fun activities
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Sam Houston Park
Houston, TX
Saturday, October 1, 2022
7:00 AM Event Opens
7:45 AM Opening Ceremony
8:00 AM 5K Start
Register Online
www.komen.org/houstonrace
Susan G. Komen® is the world's leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to fighting this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of people in the U.S. and in countries worldwide. We advocate for patients, drive research breakthroughs, improve access to high-quality care, offer direct patient support and empower people with trustworthy information. Founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy's life, Komen remains committed to supporting those affected by breast cancer today, while tirelessly searching for tomorrow's cures. Visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN. Connect with us on social at www.komen.org/contact-us/follow-us/.
CONTACT: Amanda Skahan
Susan G. Komen
(972) 855-4388
askahan@komen.org
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Because cold emails are unsolicited, most people don’t expect to receive them—nor do they always have the time or desire to read them—which means companies that send cold emails face a big challenge in encouraging engagement. When sent out, a cold email should always contain engaging and relevant information that helps the customer, and they must be accurate and precise for the recipient to actually read it.
However, there are also other strategies companies can employ to encourage engagement with these emails. Here, 11 members of Forbes Communications Council members offer other ways business leaders can ensure their cold emails are as effective as possible.
1. Keep It Friendly
Cold emails start with the heart. Do you sound like a robot? Are you reaching out to your recipient in a way you like to be approached? Have you researched your recipient's background along with a business objective you can genuinely solve with a product or service? Keep it friendly, relational and short. Following these steps will increase your odds of receiving a response. - Kelsey Brewer, McGuire Sponsel
2. Be Clear, Concise And Consistent
A good cold email should be well researched. Personalize the email with research that shows that you’re informed about the prospect, their company, their pain points and that you can identify exactly how your offering can address the pain point. Keep the “Three C’s” in mind while crafting a cold email: Be clear, concise and consistent with your facts and points to engage your prospect. - Sowmya Moni, Incture
3. Offer Specific And Relevant Info
You need to offer something of specific value to the person you are emailing. One broad template asking for a meeting doesn't cut it. Be useful, be relevant and give them a reason to believe you are trying to help them solve a real problem they have. - Jonathan Sasse, Metova
4. Take Your Time To Research
Research is crucial to crafting an engaging, informative cold email. Sending a generic message with a generic value proposition isn't going to capture anyone's attention. Instead, take the time to research your prospects so you can speak to the values, goals or challenges that are most important to them. When your message resonates, it's more likely to be read, appreciated and responded to. - Melissa Zehner, Foundation
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5. Add Some Personality
This email is from a person, not something copied and pasted or sent from a robot. Be honest, warm and professional in the email, and always add some personality. Mention what you appreciate about the person's work or bring up the upcoming playoff game everyone's watching. The tone should reflect your personality and set the email apart from other emails people get. - Laurie Wang, Legal Aid Alberta
6. Be Articulate
Articulating your recipient's problem better than they can will get you a response. Doing so means hours of buyer research and interviews, but it is well worth the time invested. - Corey Quinn, Corey Quinn, Inc.
7. Have Accurate Data On The Recipient
Data is the secret to making a cold email warmer. The more you know about the recipient, in a non-creepy way, the better you can deliver something compelling. Understanding your audience will help create meaningful content that drives the desired action. A cold email is the start of a relationship, so save the hard sell and focus on what you can do for them. That can later turn into a hot lead! - Erica Morgenstern, Virgin Pulse
8. Be Personable
Personalization is mandatory when reaching out to someone with a cold email. To stay out of the immediate “no” pile, show the recipient you are speaking with them directly and why it’s worth their time to respond. This requires a bit of research to understand who you are connecting with, why you are reaching out and what you can do to benefit them. - Casey Munck, Act-On Software
9. Address The Consumer's Needs And Wants
Know your audience. Connecting with a cold email can be very challenging, but the same best practices apply to virtually every type of marketing. You must know your audience to create relevant and engaging content. What challenges are they facing that your product or service can solve? Focus your content on how you address their needs and wants, and you are more likely to drive engagement. - Tom Wozniak, OPTIZMO Technologies, LLC
10. Create Catchy Subject Lines
Cold emails need catchy subject lines. How often have you immediately deleted an email because you assumed it was spam? A good subject line will make it impossible for potential leads to ignore. Keep it short, personal and open-ended. This means:Don't give it all away in the subject line, but make them want more. Once you've hooked them, use the body of the email to showcase your value. - Yael Klass, Similarweb Ltd.
11. Have A Sense Of Humor
I think a sense of humor is a great component of cold email marketing. A cold email will typically get deleted unless it can grab the recipient’s attention. If it’s funny in a non-pandering way, you can grab a customer’s attention organically. Writing your emails with a professional, yet playful tone can go a long way. Just don’t try too hard, otherwise you may miss the mark. - Asad Kausar, Dabaran | https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescommunicationscouncil/2022/09/01/11-strategies-to-make-a-cold-email-more-engaging-and-informative/ | 2022-09-01T17:41:27Z | https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescommunicationscouncil/2022/09/01/11-strategies-to-make-a-cold-email-more-engaging-and-informative/ | false |
Biden yet to visit besieged southern border, as White House caught in migrant controversy
Biden has presided over border crisis that has overwhelmed agents
President Biden, closing in on two years in office, has yet to visit the overwhelmed southern border despite an ongoing migrant crisis — and is facing renewed calls from Republicans for him to do so just as the White House deals with a controversy over its claim that illegal immigrants are not just "walking" across.
Republicans and Border Patrol agents were outraged when the White House challenged the statement that someone who walks into Texas or Arizona unvaccinated is allowed to stay in the U.S.
"But that's not how it works," White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said at a press briefing on Monday when asked by Fox News’ Peter Doocy.
"That's what's happening," Doocy said. "I know that's not what you guys want to happen. But that is what is happening."
"But that's not — it's not like somebody walks over," Jean-Pierre responded. She later said "It is not that simple. It’s not just that people are walking across the border."
Biden has made a number of trips recently, including to Pennsylvania, Kentucky, South Carolina and Israel. However, in 18 months of being president, he has not yet visited the southern border, which saw more than 1.7 million migrant encounters last fiscal year and more than two million this fiscal year to date.
To Biden’s Republican critics, the denial by Jean-Pierre of something seen at the border every day was the latest indicator that the administration is woefully out of touch with the crisis at the border.
"The White House is shamelessly denying the fact that illegal immigrants are crossing our southern border," the House Republican caucus tweeted. "President Biden should actually visit the southern border to witness the chaos created by his failed policies."
"The White House doesn't know how the border crisis 'works' because none of them have been there," Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, who sits on the House Homeland Security Committee, tweeted. "It's past time for @POTUS and his out-of-touch staff to see the crisis for themselves."
Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel tweeted that "Biden says he doesn’t have time to visit the border… He has spent 234 days on vacation since taking office."
The White House did not respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital about whether a plan for Biden to visit the border is in the works.
The border crisis escalated dramatically shortly after Biden entered office. Critics have attributed the surge in numbers — which soon hit 150,000 encounters a month in mid-2021 and are now around 200,000 a month — to the rollback of Trump-era policies.
The administration ended the Migrant Protection Protocols, which kept migrants in Mexico for their asylum hearings, ended border wall construction and dramatically narrowed interior enforcement. It has also sought to end expulsions under the Title 42 public health order.
Instead, the Biden administration has focused on what it sees as the "root causes" of the crisis, including poverty, climate change, violence and corruption in Central America. It has also launched an anti-smuggling campaign and has recently touted the more than 3,000 arrests that campaign achieved, as well as agreements with Western Hemisphere countries and increased funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
"We have a plan in place. This is not like switching the lights on. Right?" Jean-Pierre said Monday. "This is going to take a process. We are fixing a broken system that was actually left by the last administration."
Vice President Kamala Harris was tasked last year with leading the talks with foreign leaders to deal with the root causes and visited the border in the summer of 2021. Republican critics have also noted that she has not returned since.
"When will 'border czar' Kamala Harris actually visit the border?" the Republican National Committee asked this week.
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On Wednesday, Jean-Pierre sought to clarify her remarks, outlining the process by which migrants are taken into Border Patrol custody and either expelled under Title 42, transferred to Immigration and Customs Enforcement or processed into the country.
"That is how it works. That is the process that we are taking," she said. | https://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-yet-visit-besieged-southern-border-white-house-caught-migrant-controversy | 2022-09-01T17:42:50Z | https://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-yet-visit-besieged-southern-border-white-house-caught-migrant-controversy | true |
3 Nebraska residents die of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning
Omaha fire investigator said that there were high levels of carbon monoxide in the home
Three people were found dead Wednesday evening inside a west Omaha home, and police are investigating whether carbon monoxide was to blame for their deaths.
Officers were called to a home and found three people dead, said Lt. Candace Phillips. A fourth person was taken to a hospital. A dog also was found dead in the home.
Phillips said the deaths did not appear to be suspicious and that police were investigating whether carbon monoxide had caused the deaths and injury.
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An Omaha fire investigator said there were high levels of carbon monoxide in the home. | https://www.foxnews.com/us/3-nebraska-residents-die-suspected-carbon-monoxide-poisoning | 2022-09-01T17:43:15Z | https://www.foxnews.com/us/3-nebraska-residents-die-suspected-carbon-monoxide-poisoning | false |
Company recognized by Atlanta Business Chronicle for creating an enjoyable workplace and thriving culture, while promoting healthy lifestyles
ATLANTA, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlanta Gas Light has been named one of Atlanta's Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employers by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. The company received the award during the publication's 19th annual awards ceremony yesterday evening.
For 19 years, Atlanta Business Chronicle's Best Places to Work Awards program has been recognizing companies throughout the region that go above and beyond in creating an enjoyable workplace and a thriving culture for their employees. The rankings of the top workplaces in Atlanta are based on employee engagement surveys and were presented in four categories based on workforce size.
"There is nothing more important than the health and safety of our teammates and sustaining an inclusive culture that allows each of us to grow and prosper," said Pedro Cherry, President, and CEO of Atlanta Gas Light. "Providing the tools and resources necessary for our employees and their families to live healthier lifestyles has always been a top priority, and we remain committed to finding innovative ways to invest in the long-term health and well-being of our employees."
Atlanta Gas Light is committed to helping each employee improve and maintain their overall wellness through an expansive offering of benefits and resources offered by the company's SouthernLifeStyle wellness program.
The company's workplace health and wellness efforts were measured in a survey issued by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and its partner, Healthiest Employers, a data research company that collects, measures and compares corporate wellness data worldwide in six key categories: Leadership Commitment, Foundational Components, Strategic Planning, Communication and Marketing, Programming and Interventions, Reporting and Analytics.
For more information about Atlanta Gas Light, log on to our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Atlanta Gas Light is one of four natural gas distribution companies of Southern Company Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Atlanta Gas Light provides natural gas delivery service to approximately 1.7 million customers in Georgia. In operation since 1856, the company is one of the oldest corporations in the state. For more information, visit atlantagaslight.com.
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America's premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.3 million natural gas customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states with approximately 666,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
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Two witchdoctors arrested over child sacrifice in Mbale
What you need to know:
- A detained suspect who led police to the crime scene on Thursday morning told detectives that “they killed the child for sacrifice.”
Police in Mbale City have arrested two witchdoctors who confessed involvement in the sacrifice of a five-year old boy who disappeared three weeks ago.
With some parts missing, the body of Rajibu Nasamba was Wednesday evening found buried in a sugarcane plantation along Kabwagasi Road in Namatala Ward, Northern Mbale City Division.
“The deceased disappeared and his parents reported the case of disappearance to police. We have arrested two suspects to help with investigations,” Elgon region Police Spokesperson, Mr Rogers Taitika confirmed.
He identified the suspects as Jamadah Isiko and Ibrahim Isiko, who are brothers and residents of Kiduda Cell in Namatala Ward in Mbale Industrial City Division.
Detained Isiko who led police to the crime scene on Thursday morning told detectives that “they killed the child for sacrifice.”
"It's my brother who beheaded the boy and brought the body in the sugar cane for traditional rituals," he said.
Preliminary police investigations indicate that the duo are also connected to the alleged sacrifice of a son to Mr Lukman Musamba.
Namatala ward resident Musamba said his son disappeared from home under unclear circumstances.
"I reported the disappearance of my son at Namatala police stations and I also placed radio announcements but in vain,” Mr Musamba, said.
Ms Mariam Mwiza, the Anti Human trafficking Activist, asked police to take the cases serious.
“The suspects shouldn't be given a bond and thorough investigations should be conducted by police," Ms Mwiza emphasized.
Mr Taitika disclosed that the suspects currently detained at Mbale central police station will be prosecuted but also cautioned parents to protect their children.
Human sacrifice in Uganda attracts severe punishments that may include life in jail or death. | https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/two-witchdoctors-arrested-over-child-sacrifice-in-mbale-3933950 | 2022-09-01T17:47:21Z | https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/two-witchdoctors-arrested-over-child-sacrifice-in-mbale-3933950 | true |
75 migrants bused from Texas arrive in Chicago
CHICAGO (AP) — Seventy-five immigrants bused from Texas by Gov. Greg Abbott have arrived in Chicago, the latest chapter of the bitter political battle over the immigration policy of President Joe Biden’s administration.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office confirmed that the group arrived on Wednesday night and said the city welcomes them. The immigrants are being bused from Texas as part of a strategy launched by Abbott this year to share the influx of people from outside the United States with liberal cities. Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has also adopted this policy.
“Chicago is a welcoming city and as such has collaborated across various departments and agencies to ensure we greeted them with dignity and respect,” Ryan Johnson, a Lightfoot representative, said in a tweet after the migrants began arriving at Union Station.
Authorities did not specify the immigrants’ countries of origin or say when they arrived in the United States.
“As a city, we are doing everything we can to ensure these immigrants and their families can receive shelter, food, and most importantly protection,” Johnson said in his statement. “Unfortunately, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is without any shame or humanity. But ever since he put these racist practices of expulsion in place, we have been working with our community partners to ready the city to receive these individuals.”
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker offered his support for the new arrivals.
“Illinois welcomes refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants, and we are working with federal and city officials to ensure that these individuals are treated with respect and safety as they look to connect with their family and friends,” Pritzker said on Twitter.
The Democratic governor also drew on his family history in his welcome message.
“My great grandfather came to this country as an immigrant fleeing Ukraine in 1881. Immigrants just like my family seeking freedom and opportunity built this country,” he tweeted.
Abbott has now bused immigrants to Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. — all three cities have Democratic mayors. He confirmed in a statement that the “first group” had been bused to Chicago, the Chicago Tribune reported.
And he suggested that more would be arriving, saying in his statement that Chicago has become a drop-off location as a solution to what he called Biden’s “open border policies overwhelming border communities in Texas.”
Abbott has been waging this battle for months and the mayors of New York and Washington have asked the Biden administration to help with what they describe as a surge of asylum-seeking migrants arriving from border states.
Earlier in the year, Abbott announced that state troopers would stop and inspect commercial vehicles crossing the U.S. Mexico border, a move he acknowledged would “dramatically slow” vehicle traffic near the U.S. ports of entry. He later eased that plan after massive gridlock at the border started to take an economic toll.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.wkyt.com/2022/09/01/75-migrants-bused-texas-arrive-chicago/ | 2022-09-01T17:48:39Z | https://www.wkyt.com/2022/09/01/75-migrants-bused-texas-arrive-chicago/ | false |
New East Coast Operation and Incremental Capabilities Added
SEATTLE, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DCG ONE, a Seattle-based marketing services organization, announces the acquisition of Corporate Communications Group (CCG) based in Upper Marlboro, MD, an integrated commercial print and direct marketing company, expanding the organization's high-volume direct mail, data, and fulfillment capabilities.
"As we grow our services, we are constantly seeking out ways to create more value for our clients all across the country. The addition of CCG provides us with key operations on the East Coast to complement our Seattle based headquarters" noted Brad Clarke, President of DCG ONE. "Additionally, their strategic direct marketing capabilities, specifically high-volume direct mail and fulfillment servicing a variety of verticals will be a great advantage for our current clients ongoing and future programs."
Founded in 1951, CCG has carved out a niche in the high-volume direct mail space and in addition has built a team of commercial print and fulfillment experts providing end to end solutions to help their clients realize their vision of creative, effective, and relevant communications across all media.
Michael Marcian, CEO of CCG added "As we analyzed different ways to grow and expand our expertise in the direct marketing space, making the decision to join the DCG ONE team became the clear and obvious choice. Their innovative approach to solving complex client problems, willingness to invest in new technologies and capabilities all tied together with a genuine culture and care for their people allowed us to feel great about the acquisition."
With roots in print production, DCG ONE has expanded in recent years in the areas of retail packaging and POS signage, branded merchandise, embedded technology solutions, customer experience, loyalty, and acquisition marketing. In addition, its full-service digital and brand agency division has provided their clients with a turn-key solution to marketing challenges – from concepts to final execution.
"It's a very exciting time to be at DCG ONE," says Tammy Peniston, DCG ONE's Chief Commercial Officer. "Throughout the years, we've worked tirelessly to do more than simply check boxes for our clients. We want to add value every day – and the addition of CCG and the talented team within will only further strengthen our ability to find the best solutions for our clients – anywhere in the country.
When big ideas, bold creative and brilliant delivery converge, business thrives. DCG ONE is a marketing, technology and print production powerhouse that helps companies expand opportunities, drive customer engagement and blow past their business goals. Our smart, seamless strategic approach always pushes what's possible. At DCG ONE, that's the whole idea.
Based in Seattle, WA, DCG ONE has grown to become one of the largest privately held marketing services providers in the country. With locations including Seattle and New York, NY, DCG ONE services a variety of Fortune 500 companies.
Contact:
Mandy DiCesare, Marketing Specialist
Mandy.DiCesare@dcgone.com
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September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, so here is what you need to know about the fastest growing cancer diagnosis in the United States.
TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
1) How common is thyroid cancer?
The incidence of thyroid cancer has more than doubled since the 1970s, and it is now the fastest growing cancer diagnosis in the United States. Thyroid cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women, and it affects women three times more commonly than men.
"Part of the increasing rate of thyroid cancer is that we've gotten so good at detecting it through imaging like ultrasounds and CT scans," says Dr. Rashmi Roy, Senior Thyroid Surgeon at the Clayman Thyroid Center at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa, Florida. "And that's important, because as is true with all cancers, early detection is key."
2) How likely am I to get thyroid cancer?
There are two main risk factors for thyroid cancer: a family history of thyroid cancer, and significant exposure to radiation. If an immediate family member has papillary thyroid cancer (the most common type of thyroid cancer), their first-degree relatives have up to ten times increased risk of developing a thyroid cancer. Despite this, it's important to note that the vast majority of thyroid cancer patients do not have either of these risk factors.
While thyroid cancer is more common in women, it affects men as well. It most commonly affects those aged 30-50, however it can affect people of all ages – including children.
"As the mother of a 14-year-old with thyroid cancer," says Dana, whose daughter was a recent patient at the Clayman Thyroid Center, "I can tell you it was a bizarre and maddening experience. It wasn't even something that was on my radar. I didn't know there was a risk of cancer in an otherwise healthy teenager. I didn't know what to do, until I did my research and chose the best thyroid surgeon I could find. Then everything changed for us."
3) How will I know if I have thyroid cancer?
The majority of thyroid cancer patients do not have symptoms, just a lump in their neck. Between the lack of symptoms and the prevalence of thyroid cancer, it is extremely important to screen and perform self-checks. Just like breast self-exams, self-checks of your neck may be the crucial step in diagnosing your own thyroid cancer.
Performing a self-check is simple. Feel the whole front of your neck and both sides, looking for any lumps or abnormalities including enlarged lymph nodes. Surgeons at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery have created a video to help guide you through the process of checking your own neck for thyroid cancer.
If any lumps are identified, an expert evaluation is the next step.
4) What are the symptoms of thyroid cancer?
Most people with thyroid cancer have no symptoms at all—they are found to have a lump in the front of their neck which is then examined by scans to find out what it is. Here are the top 5 thyroid cancer symptoms:
- Lump or mass in the neck
- Sense of feeling like you need to swallow something
- A cough that won't go away
- Change in voice
- Bad fatigue
Read more about the symptoms of thyroid cancer.
5) What does a thyroid cancer evaluation entail?
An expert evaluation for thyroid cancer starts with a high-resolution ultrasound that looks at the thyroid gland and all the lymph nodes in the center and sides of the entire neck with a detection capability as small as 1 millimeter. If anything look suspicious, an ultrasound guided needle biopsy is immediately performed. Endocrine pathologists will interpret the findings and determine if cancer is present. This process can take a week or more at most centers but is provide at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in about 20 minutes.
6) Can thyroid cancer be detected and diagnosed in just one visit?
At most hospitals around the world, the various steps to diagnose thyroid cancer and establish a treatment plan takes between 1 and 3 months. The surgeons at the Clayman Thyroid Center have developed a one-day thyroid cancer detection process composed of 1) ultrasound, 2) biopsy, 3) endocrine pathology, and 4) surgical consultation with an expert thyroid surgeon.
7) Is surgery the only treatment for thyroid cancer?
Thyroid surgery is the primary treatment for thyroid cancer. Thyroid cancer surgery can often be minimally invasive with an approximately one-inch incision in the lower front neck that will heal beautifully in most patients. Some small thyroid cancers can be operated on with no neck scar whatsoever by robotic thyroid surgery. Dr Hyun Suh at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery performs more robotic thyroid surgery than any other surgeon or hospital in the US.
Thyroid cancer surgery, when done in the right hands, results in a cure, no complications and a very acceptable, or even zero scar for the vast majority of patients.
8) Are there different operations for thyroid cancer?
There are three different operations for thyroid cancer. Which operation is performed is determined by the size of the tumor and the involvement of any lymph nodes in the neck. Learn about the three best operations for thyroid cancer.
9) Why is expert care for thyroid cancer important?
Cure rates for thyroid cancer are directly related to the experience of the surgeon. Specialized thyroid surgeons at high-volume centers have cure rates for most thyroid cancers approaching 100% and complication rates are near zero. But in the hands of an occasional thyroid surgeon, patients have a much higher risk of recurrence – or worse. Thyroid cancer surgery must not only address the thyroid gland, but also all lymph node areas that either have cancer already or are at risk of harboring cancer.
10) How do I choose a surgeon and hospital to address my thyroid cancer?
High volume thyroid surgeons at specialty hospitals provide the best outcomes for thyroid cancer. "It really doesn't depend on what type of surgeon you choose to do your surgery, it depends on what their experience is," says Dr. Gary Clayman, Founder and Medical Director of the Clayman Thyroid Center.
"Only highly experienced thyroid surgeon should be doing thyroid surgery," says Dr. Clayman. "And what is meant by highly experienced? You need to do literally thousands of these operations before you have the skill set to do it safely, effectively, and in a highly curative fashion. The average thyroid surgery is performed a thyroid surgeon that does less than 10 operations per year. You want a surgeon that does 10 thyroid operations per week. We do 10 per day." There is more about choosing a thyroid cancer surgeon here.
The Clayman Thyroid Center moved into its new home at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa, Florida in January 2022, uniting with the Norman Parathyroid Center and Carling Adrenal Center to become the highest volume endocrine surgery practice in the world.
The Hospital for Endocrine Surgery is the first of its kind – a facility dedicated solely to thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal surgery with world-renowned surgeons and care teams. Patients travel from all over the world to have their tumors and cancers cured in Tampa, with more than 50% of patients traveling from outside the state of Florida and nearly 10% traveling from foreign countries.
"Every week, we see patients who have had surgery elsewhere and their thyroid cancer has come back," says Dr. Clayman. "Or more likely, they didn't get it all during the first surgery. This is heartbreaking because it's something that can be avoided. Do your homework. Find a highly experienced surgeon who specializes in thyroid surgery, someone who can cure you of your cancer the first time so you can get back to living your life."
Founded by one of the nation's best-known thyroid surgeons, the Clayman Thyroid Center is the highest volume thyroid cancer referral center in the United States. The Center boasts the most experienced thyroid surgeons in the US who provide personalized care allowing the greatest opportunity for cancer cure, wellness, and cosmetic and functional outcomes via all types of thyroid surgery from minimal incision to scarless thyroid surgery to advanced cancer care.
www.thyroidcancer.com | (813) 940-3130
The Scarless Thyroid Surgery Center is a worldwide destination for the most advanced robotic surgical techniques that allow removal of nearly all thyroid masses and smaller cancers without a scar. With chief surgeon, Dr. Hyun Suh, previously Chief of Endocrine Surgery at Mt Sinai, NYC, the center performs more robotic thyroid surgery operations than any other hospital in the United States.
www.scarless-thyroid.com | (813) 940-3130
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Julie Canan, Director of Marketing
941 468 3002
juliec@parathyroid.com
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Garner Merrell, Dorothy
August 30, 2022, age 92
BURLEY—Dorothy Garner Merrell, a 92-year-old resident of Burley, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, at her home.
Dorothy was the fifth child born to David Ira and Florence Bardella Flinders Garner in Rupert, Idaho, on June 16, 1930, and joined two brothers and five sisters. All the Garner children were born at home.
Dorothy worked on the farm alongside all her family. Her favorite chore was to ride Old Bill and herd their milk cows to a pasture and watch over them all day long before returning the herd in late afternoon.
Dorothy attended school in Rupert and served on the dance team and sang in a sextet of girls, performing at various clubs and meetings throughout the area. Dorothy married in 1948 to Delbert Buckley and had five children. They were later divorced. She married Bob Merrell in 1974 and they celebrated nearly fifty years together. Dorothy and Bob were a team and co-owned several businesses together. Their work required extensive travel. They visited 49 of the 50 states, and many international cities including London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Tahiti, Bora Bora, and more on four continents. Dorothy was an avid traveler and had a very nimble mind. She was the idea and designer for many food products including Chicken Helper, Cup O’Soup, Lean Cuisine, La Menu and many more. Together, they brought more than 50 products to mainstream America’s grocery shelves.
Even with all the work and travel, Dorothy was a caring mother, wife, daughter, and sister, and she loved her family. Dorothy suffered a stroke in 2016 and was home bound for several years; homebound, but in constant contact with her loving family.
In addition to being survived by her husband, Bob, she has left a family of five children, Marsha Kenner (Mike), Teresa Hatt (Milo), Kirk Buckley (Debbie), Stan Buckley (Denice), and Rita Petersen (Todd); 28 grandchildren; 65 great-grandchildren; 18 great-great-grandchildren; and four of her siblings, Cora Mae Christianson, Ilene Thomas (Robert), LaJune Dayley (Norman), and D. Lind Garner (Karla).
She was preceded in death by David I. and Florence Garner (parents); Eldon Garner (brother); Norma Thompson and Altha Seamons (sisters); Lori Lynch (step-daughter); Mitch Allred (son-in-law); Brenda Buckley (daughter-in-law); and Tyrel Pethtel (great-grandson).
She will always hold a special spot in her family’s hearts.
The family would like to say a special thanks to Pam Ridge and Vicky Asher for their care over the years. And, a special thanks to Horizon Home Health and Hospice.
The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, where family and friends will be received from 11:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. Burial will follow at Rupert Cemetery.
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Pay up or we will go bust! Desperate owners of 137-year-old Ohio bakery plead with Oberlin college to pony up the $36M it owes after losing racism libel case
- Lorna Gibson, the widowed manager of family-run Gibson's Bakery in Oberlin, Ohio, says the historic business could fold within weeks
- Allegations of racism, protests and boycott from nearby Oberlin College students and staff have left the store largely empty
- Despite the racism claims from 2016 shoplifting incident being proven false, students continue to boycott
- Ohio's Supreme Court this week rejected the woke college's latest appeal
- In an opinion article, Lorna Gibson urges college officials to pay up before she declares bankruptcy
- Owner Allyn Gibson and his son, David Gibson, have since passed while the family awaits a multi-million settlement from Oberlin College
The manager of an Ohio bakery at the heart of a racism row with a nearby woke college has urged the institute to settle its multimillion dollar legal debt before the 137-year-old business goes broke and shutters for the last time.
Lorna Gibson, widow of the former owner of Gibson’s bakery, wants Oberlin College to cough up $36 million owed after losing its defamation case over a shoplifting incident at the store involving three black students in November 2016.
Her comments in an opinion article follow the Ohio Supreme Court on Tuesday saying it would not take up an appeal of a $25 million judgment against the liberal arts college in Oberlin, southwest of Cleveland.
The discredited allegations of racism over the shoplifting incident destroyed a once-thriving business, Lorna Gibson wrote. The ‘shelves are bare’, it has only a trickle of customers, staff have been laid off and the family, which is white, is deep in debt.
‘If I got the money from the college, I wouldn’t buy a house, or go on vacation, or leave Ohio. I would replace the compressors for the refrigerators and replace the fryers and proofers that we use for our dough,’ she wrote.
‘If the money doesn’t come through within the next couple of months, I’ll be forced to declare bankruptcy and shut the doors of Gibson’s for good.’
The 137-year-old Gibson's Bakery in Oberlin, Ohio, will shutter unless nearby Oberlin College pays its multimillion dollar legal debt after losing a libel suit over false claims of racism
Allyn Gibson (right) and David Gibson (left) fought for their family's legacy until their deaths. David Gibson died in November 2019 at age 65 and Allyn, 93, died in February 2022
Family-run Gibson's Bakery is struggling to hold on after a woke Ohio college pushed a false narrative of racism, encouraged the community to boycott the establishment and cut its food contracts with the shop
Store owners Allyn Gibson and his son, David Gibson, both now deceased, sued Oberlin College in November 2017 claiming they had been libeled by the school and that their business had been harmed.
The suit was filed a year after David Gibson’s son, also named Allyn, chased and tackled a black male student he suspected of having stolen a bottle of wine. Two black female students who were with him intervened; all three were arrested and later pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges.
The arrests sparked protests outside Gibson’s Bakery where flyers were handed out, some by an Oberlin College vice president and dean of students, accusing the Gibsons of a long track record of racial profiling and discrimination.
‘They called us racists on their bullhorns … college administrators were there too, handing out flyers,’ wrote Lorna Gibson, in her telling of woke campus activism landing on her doorstep in the days after Donald Trump's election.
‘They blocked the door and screamed at customers who elbowed their way through to the counter. A few came in to record videos on their phones of our customers.’
A Student Senate resolution condemning the Gibson family was emailed to all students and was posted in a display case at a school student center, where it remained for a year.
This is one of the flyers handed out by students, encouraging others to boycott Gibson's Bakery, later included in their libel lawsuit
Jonathan Aladin, Endia Lawrence (center) and Cecilia Whettstone (right) were all convicted of shoplifting from Oberlin - but the woke college still accused the family-run business they stole from of racism, and boycotted them
Oberlin College officials ordered its campus food provider to stop buying cookies, bagels and other items from Gibson’s.
‘Our world was turned upside down and has never been set right,’ Lorna Gibson wrote in the article, in which she strenuously rejects claims her family were ‘white supremacists’ who racially profiled customers.
‘Calling us racists wasn’t just wrong, it was deeply painful to our core.’
The college refused to ‘retract its baseless claims that we were racist’, protests continued, and the store was forced to lay off half its staff and cut opening hours, she added.
The boycott effectively continues to this day and freshmen nowadays are ‘brainwashed to hate us’ she added.
In June 2019, after a five-week trial, jurors awarded the Gibsons $44 million in compensatory and punitive damages. The award was later reduced to $25 million and $6 million in legal fees, but rose again in this week’s state supreme court decision after a series of appeals.
‘I still haven’t seen a penny from the school,’ wrote Lorna Gibson.
‘The college, which has about a billion dollars’ worth of assets at its disposal, still refuses to pay.’
David Gibson died in November 2019 at age 65 after battling pancreatic cancer. Bereaved Lorna Gibson said she wanted to do everything she could ‘to honor his final wish’ and ‘keep the doors open, no matter what’.
Allyn Gibson died in February, aged 93. He spent much of his eighties sitting in front of the bakery, a ‘fixture in the community’ who chatted with locals, wrote Lorna Gibson. After the protests, ‘no one would talk to him. It broke his heart’, she added.
Oberlin College told DailyMail.com in a statement that it was 'disappointed' by this week's Ohio Supreme Court decision to nix the appeal.
'The issues raised by this case have been challenging, not only for the parties involved, but for the entire Oberlin community,' it said.
In online posts, the college does not seek to substantiate the allegations of racism against the Gibsons, but rather distances itself from those claims, saying they were independently made by students, who are entitled to free speech.
David Gibson is pictured serving whole wheat donuts to Stevie Wonder in May 2010
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NEW YORK and KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, has expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with the opening of its newest global office, Stagwell Malaysia. Stagwell opened its regional headquarters in Singapore in November 2021. Stagwell's travel content and media brand, Ink, and Assembly, a global omnichannel media agency delivering media and more, will collaborate in the new location.
As part of the office opening, Ink has grown its partnership with Malaysia Airlines to offer sponsorship and advertising opportunities online and offline at the airport, onboard flights, and at home. Ink is actively hiring to support the expansion.
Assembly, which recently won recognition from two of the most prestigious local marketing award bodies, Marketing Excellence Malaysia and MARKies Malaysia, for its leading work in the market across media, will expand its staff to support the growth ambitions of local Malaysian brands and continue to support global businesses in the market.
"As Malaysia celebrates its Independence Day, we are excited to establish our newest global entity in Kuala Lumpur," said Randy Duax, managing director, Asia-Pacific, Stagwell. "Malaysia's GDP grew 9% last quarter and e-commerce transactions are expected to grow 25% per year over the next few years. For the kinds of innovative and disruptive clients our network serves and the kind of talent we have in our portfolio, we're uniquely positioned to amplify brands into, out of, and within Malaysia."
Stagwell boasts nearly 2,000 employees in the APAC region at agencies including creative network 72andSunny, communications firm Allison+Partners, creative agency Anomaly, global omnichannel media agency Assembly (named the 2021 Media Agency of the Year for Asia-Pacific by The Drum), digital transformation agency Code and Theory, creative collective Forsman & Bodenfors, (named top creative agency in Singapore by Campaign Brief), travel content and media brand INK, multilingual content agency Locaria, path-to-purchase shop MMI Agency, and consumer research agency National Research Group.
In addition, Stagwell's innovative affiliate network now boasts 70 active and independent agency brands. In APAC, Stagwell's affiliate partners include Beyond Media Global (Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Sydney, Taipei), creative agency Enormous (Gurgaon, Mumbai), influencer agency Metric Design Studio (Shanghai), and digital and content full-service agency Serviceplan (Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Seoul).
Stagwell is the challenger network built to transform marketing. We deliver scaled creative performance for the world's most ambitious brands, connecting culture-moving creativity with leading-edge technology to harmonize the art and science of marketing. Led by entrepreneurs, our 13,000+ specialists in 34+ countries are unified under a single purpose: to drive effectiveness and improve business results for their clients. Join us at www.stagwellglobal.com.
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HOUSTON, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, will hold an in-person Race for the Cure to raise critical funds that support breast cancer patients and advance research that brings us closer to the cures. The Race will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022 near downtown Houston and Sam Houston Park.
"We look forward to creating a community for anyone impacted by breast cancer as we gather, in person, for this year's Race. Funds raised from the Race for the Cure will further our ability to meet the needs of people in treatment through trained patient navigators and financial assistance, as well as fund research aimed at improving outcomes for all," Kristen Barley, State Executive Director of the Gulf Coast Area, at Susan G. Komen.
Komen is pleased to welcome returning presenting sponsor Kroger Food Stores, silver sponsors Amgen/American Bone Health, Houston Methodist, and MD Anderson Cancer Center, and bronze sponsors Citi, Enterprise Holdings LLC, Francesca's, Greenwich Lifesciences, Harvey Builders, Nabors, NOV, Oak Farms Dairy, Page and Shell Oil Company.
Participants can expect to enjoy the following at the Race:
- Water, bananas and granola bars from Kroger Food Stores
- Hope Village, also known as Sam Houston Park, a place for participants, survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) to gather and celebrate
- IHOP serving complimentary breakfast to all Race participants
- Pink Ribbon Café for Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer
- Kids Corral with local mascots family fun activities
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Sam Houston Park
Houston, TX
Saturday, October 1, 2022
7:00 AM Event Opens
7:45 AM Opening Ceremony
8:00 AM 5K Start
Register Online
www.komen.org/houstonrace
Susan G. Komen® is the world's leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to fighting this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of people in the U.S. and in countries worldwide. We advocate for patients, drive research breakthroughs, improve access to high-quality care, offer direct patient support and empower people with trustworthy information. Founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy's life, Komen remains committed to supporting those affected by breast cancer today, while tirelessly searching for tomorrow's cures. Visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN. Connect with us on social at www.komen.org/contact-us/follow-us/.
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The American West is experiencing its driest period in human history, a megadrought that threatens health, agriculture and entire ways of life. DRIED UP is examining the dire effects of the drought on the states most affected — as well as the solutions Americans are embracing.
AUSTIN, Texas (The Hill) — As the Western U.S. suffers under its worst drought in a millennium, the government of Texas, a state that faces its own unique set of dangers from extreme weather, is at last turning to deal with the threat that climate change poses to its long-term water supply.
Texas’s situation is sufficiently dire that in July, a majority-Republican panel on the state legislature voted unanimously to require the state water planning board to consult with the state climatologist as it advises cities in planning to meet the state’s water needs in the future.
The rule change “removes the possibility that the political climate could harm [local water officials’] ability to plan responsibly for the future,” state Sen. Nathan Johnson (D), a major backer of the shift, told The Hill.
“It kind of insulates the regional water authorities from political pressures that would harm their ability to do what they need to do,” Johnson said.
But that process won’t bear fruit for years — and Texans increasingly worry that the crisis is here now.
Never rains but it pours
The most recent demonstration of the volatile climate was last month’s flash downpours that stunned Johnson’s hometown of Dallas — a record rainfall that interrupted the city’s longtime drought, running off baked earth and acres of asphalt infrastructure to flood much of the city.
Those kinds of events offer a foretaste of the future that Texas can expect, climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe told The Hill.
“You saw record dry conditions week after week after week — and then all of a sudden, a summer’s worth of rain in a single day,” Hayhoe said.
For much of the state, annual levels of rainfall may not change much — but that average conceals potentially lethal extremes of drought and flood, she said. “The amount of precipitation is staying the same. But the distribution is changing. It’s getting more extreme in both directions.”
Even if rainfall totals and distribution both stayed the same — which is unlikely — the simple fact of rising heat under climate change could presage water shortages, state climatologist John Nielsen-Gammon told The Hill.
“Lakes evaporate faster, water in the ground evaporates faster,” said Nielsen-Gammon, who is also a professor of atmospheric sciences at Texas A&M University.
That’s a problem for a state whose water storage strategy relies heavily on a collection of nearly 200 open-air reservoirs, exposed at all times to the baking sun. Moisture sucked into the air can also worsen flash storms, making rain events large enough to overwhelm the ability of soils to absorb them and catchment infrastructure to trap them.
Population growth looms
When these disruptive impacts are added to the booming populations foreseen by the Texas Water Development Board — expected by 2070 to surge from around 30 million to 52 million — they create a situation that worries many water planners interviewed by The Hill.
Much of that growth is expected along the dry and vulnerable I-35 corridor that connects Laredo and the Rio Grande Valley to San Antonio, Austin and the enormous collection of towns and cities surrounding Dallas-Fort Worth. The highway roughly divides Texas’s wet east from its dry west.
With that influx of people will come new water-dependent industries, from manufacturing plants such as the new Tesla facility going up outside Austin to more than a dozen high-tech semiconductor factories. And even with climate change making the weather ever more extreme, the state is fighting hard to protect fossil fuels. Those take a lot of water too, particularly when oil and gas is extracted through fracking.
“If any community in the state fails, and its water supply, that is big national, international news, and then has impacts on, I would argue, on the economic growth and perception of Texas,” Robert Mace of the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment told local station KXAN, which is owned by The Hill’s parent company, Nexstar Media.
The looming prospect of a more intense and unpredictable drought-flood cycle presents a fearsome challenge for water planners.
It’s also one that — at least as it pertains to climate change — local officials have largely been left to figure out on their own, state water experts told The Hill.
For now, members of the Water Development Board “certainly don’t appear to be addressing [climate issues] directly,” Nielsen-Gammon, the state climatologist, told The Hill.
In contrast to the state’s specific and data-driven approach to planning for population growth, “there isn’t any official projection as far as streamflow or groundwater recharge impacts from climate change,” he added.
“It’d be really nice if individual water suppliers weren’t left to their own devices to tackle the issue.”
But the Texas Water Development Board’s planning process has traditionally looked backward, not forward, in envisioning the worst-case scenario that managers should plan for.
“By not considering climate change, we’re counting on water that’s probably not going to be there in the future,” Mace told KXAN. “And so that increases the risk of reservoirs going dry, and of people losing their water supplies.”
Incorporating climate planning, however, is extraordinarily difficult.
“The key word with climate is complicated,” Matt Nelson, a water resources professional at the Texas Water Development Board, told The Hill.
Even at the state level, Nelson said, models are ambiguous, leaving the coming effects on the ground unclear. That means that state officials who move quickly to, say, increase supply are at risk of installing expensive and potentially “maladaptive” infrastructure aimed at solving the wrong problem, he added.
The long-term trend of climate change — to the extent that it’s clear — is also easily drowned out in the near-term chaos of Texas weather, he said.
“There can be more substantial risk in the near term than a climate long-term effect,” Nelson said.
Local groups take action
Some individual water suppliers have taken the state’s absence as an invitation to make their own plans.
For the city of Austin, the onrushing threat of climate change has led the city to study its own vulnerability — and to secure its water supply out past 2100, by which point its population is expected to triple from 1.1. million to 3.3 million.
“Water utilities are the canary in the coal mine when it comes to climate change. The nature of our product is such that we have to be responsive and adaptive to these changes as they’re happening in real time,” program manager Marisa Flores Gonzalez, of Austin Water, told The Hill.
Over the turbulent century to come, “we may have periods of time where we have plenty of water around — more water than we want,” Flores Gonzalez said.
“But we need to be able to take advantage of those supplies when they’re present during average or wet conditions and store that water so that we can make use of it during drought times.”
Austin is exploring a number of ways to do this. City officials are scouting locations where excess water could be injected into natural subterranean caverns in periods of abundance — in effect creating an artificial aquifer, immune to evaporation, that the city can draw on during the extended dry periods to come.
Groundwater injection is a measure that many other cities around the state are pursuing — most notably San Antonio, an hour’s drive south of Austin, but also smaller cities such as El Paso and even folk music mecca Kerrville.
Dallas-Fort Worth and other cities of the north Texas sprawl are building new reservoirs as fast as possible, and both Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston are exploring ways to pipe in water from other basins as they look to a future where their own stores will be overtaxed.
But with “really out of the box unprecedented things are definitely being discussed, we often neglect the easiest and most common one — which is conservation,” Hayhoe said.
Austin, for example, has winnowed the amount of water needed per person per day by nearly a third since the 1990s, and it’s about a quarter of the way through a campaign to switch all the city’s analog water meters to leak-detecting smart ones.
And the city is experimenting with pilot sewage recycling systems — which treat wastewater on-site for reuse in watering, fountains and flushing toilets — which could ultimately cut demand for water by 75 percent, KXAN reported.
At the extreme end of this strategy, the residents of Big Spring, Texas — in the state’s arid far west — drink purified and treated wastewater, a system officially called “direct potable reuse” and sometimes derided as “toilet to tap,” public radio station WHYY reported.
‘The lowest point that I’ve ever seen’
Nelson at the Water Development Board says the board is working to incorporate usable climate models into its planning process. Board researchers are working with Nielsen-Gammon to try and derive standardized rules and models that are sufficiently flexible to bring to bear on state planning processes, such as trying to figure out how changing heat levels will impact evaporation from different regions’ lakes and rivers.
The state itself lags behind growing cities such as Austin, Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth, where local governments have done their own expensive climate forecasting — and many of which are already in the process of securing new supplies against their booming populations.
But most of Texas’s more than 1,200 incorporated towns and cities don’t have the resources to do their own climate planning — and are less likely to have multiple options to draw from in the case of a crisis.
That’s happening even just west of Austin, as former cattle ranches in the region known as the Hill Country — popular for its wineries and swimming holes — get converted into housing developments, which demand water for taps, toilets and lawns.
“With the explosive growth, the wells [are] at the lowest point that I’ve ever seen,” hydrologist Douglas Wierman told KXAN.
Wieman warned that these communities are draining the Lower Trinity Aquifer to the “tipping point where our demand for water resources has outpaced the ability of our aquifers and rivers to replenish themselves,” Wierman added.
In the Hill Country, that’s meant a booming business for “water haulers” making deliveries to families whose wells no longer reach the shrinking water table, KXAN reported.
A cruel paradox of Texas water politics is that those municipalities most vulnerable to climate change are likely to be least willing or able to prepare on their own.
The smaller the city, Nielsen-Gammon said, “the smaller the water supply — and the less likely they will be able to deal with climate change and possibly not even be willing to consider it because they have more immediate concerns.”
It’s those bodies that are at the greatest risk from climate change, Perry Fowler of the Texas Water Infrastructure Network told KXAN.
“If local entities aren’t already looking at fortifying their water sources, then they’re already really behind the eight ball on that,” Fowler said.
KXAN’s Mia Abbe and Christopher Adams contributed to this report.
Previously in this series:
Texas cattle industry faces existential crisis from historic drought
Lakes Mead and Powell are at the epicenter of the biggest Western drought in history
Seven stats that explain the West’s epic drought
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When the viral videos for frozen yogurt bark started popping up on my TikTok and Instagram feeds, I was intrigued but skeptical. Could this idea really be as easy and tasty as it looked in the 15-second clips? Too often I’ve found such trendy recipes to have a hiccup that makes them problematic.
After testing it out, I’m happy to report that the frozen yogurt bark idea lived up to the hype as a simple-to-make, beautifully eye-catching, refreshingly tasty and healthful treat. In the process, I figured out a few tips to help you make it successfully at home.
Here’s basic recipe: Spread yogurt on a parchment-lined sheet pan, top with fruit, freeze; then break it up into pieces and eat. One key detail I discovered is to use Greek yogurt for optimal consistency and spread-ability. I went with full-fat version for a creamier texture, but low-fat works, too. Using plain yogurt allows control over the flavor, as well as the flexibility to play around. I chose honey and vanilla, but you could swap in, say, maple syrup or jam as a sweetener, or add cinnamon or cardamom in addition to — or instead of — the vanilla. Alternatively, you could opt for the already-flavored, vanilla Greek yogurt instead.
Another trick I learned along the way is to spread the yogurt to about 1/4-inch thick. If the bark is too thick, it becomes too hard to bite into once frozen, and melts messily while you wait for it to become soften. The fruit toppings should be thinly sliced, or cut into small pieces, for that same reason. I went with seasonal stone fruit — peaches and cherries — but any tender fruit, such as berries, grapes or mango would be nice as well. You could also add a crunch of nuts or granola or chocolate chips, if you’d like. The yogurt acts as a canvas for the array of colorful toppings, and one of the best things about the recipe is that there’s lots of room for creativity.
Be sure to make room for the baking sheet in your freezer before you start so you don’t scramble. And once the slab is frozen, keep in mind that it melts fast, so break it up and get the bark back into the freezer quickly. When you are ready for it, take out only as much as you will eat immediately. Keep the rest in the freezer so you can grab a piece whenever you want a healthy treat — one that’s ideal for after-school, but still rings of summer fun.
Frozen Yogurt Bark With Peaches and Cherries
Make Ahead: The bark needs to be frozen at least 3 hours before serving.
Storage: Freeze in a freezer-safe bag with excess air squeezed out for up to 2 months.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups full-fat or low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 small, ripe peach, pitted, quartered and thinly sliced
- 1 cup (3 3/4 ounces) sweet cherries, pitted and quartered
Step 1
Line a large rimmed baking pan or sheet pan that is at least 9-by-11 inches with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, stir together the yogurt, honey and vanilla until combined. Transfer the yogurt to the prepared pan and spread it out evenly to about 1/4-inch thickness. Arrange the peach slices and cherries on top. Place in the freezer until completely frozen, at least 3 hours.
Step 3
Working quickly so the yogurt doesn’t melt, use your hands to break up the slab into about 12 pieces of bark. Enjoy immediately, or quickly transfer the bark to a freezer bag until needed.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (using full-fat Greek yogurt)
Calories: 107; Total Fat: 3 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Sodium: 22 mg; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Sugar: 13 g; Protein: 6 g
This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.
From cookbook author and registered dietitian nutritionist Ellie Krieger.
Tested by Olga Massov; email questions to voraciously@washpost.com.
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Missouri judge moves Greitens custody case to Texas
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A child custody case between former Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens and his ex-wife has been moved to Texas.
Sheena Greitens’ lawyer on Monday confirmed to the Kansas City Star that the judge decided the case should continue in Texas, where she is now a public affairs professor at the University of Texas.
Boone County Associate Circuit Judge Leslie Schneider made her decision closed to the public. Texas court records show she decided to keep her ruling secret to protect the former couple’s two young boys from public scrutiny.
“It is in the best interests of the minor children that access to sensitive matters related to the children be restricted from further disclosure, due to the notoriety of the parties and the likelihood that members of the public will continue to use information related to the children in appropriate ways,” Schneider’s judgment said, according to a quotation cited in a Texas court filing.
The case drew heightened attention amid Eric Greitens’ failed bid to be the Republican nominee for retiring U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt’s seat. Sheena Greitens claimed he was physically abusive during the case, which he strongly denied. | https://www.kait8.com/2022/09/01/missouri-judge-moves-greitens-custody-case-texas/ | 2022-09-01T17:59:37Z | https://www.kait8.com/2022/09/01/missouri-judge-moves-greitens-custody-case-texas/ | false |
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Ahmad Gardner has no problem earning his nickname.
The New York Jets’ rookie cornerback has gone by “Sauce” since he was a kid but veteran teammates want him to make a play in a regular-season game before they start using that moniker.
“I don’t mind. It happened in college,” Gardner said on the AP Pro Football Podcast. “It’s something that comes naturally. A playmaker is a playmaker. It’s not something I go into practice or games thinking I gotta do this so they can call me ‘Sauce.’ It’s just going to come naturally like it did in college.”
Gardner, who was selected No. 4 overall in the NFL draft after a standout career at Cincinnati, earned a starting job in training camp, beating out incumbent Bryce Hall.
“He’s been fantastic,” Jets coach Robert Saleh said. “Bryce Hall has had a very good training camp as well, but at the same time, with the overall body of work since OTAs, it’s clear that the kid is going to be pretty good.”
Gardner didn’t allow a touchdown in three seasons at Cincinnati. Of course, that’ll be tougher in the NFL. He’s already found the transition to the pros requires more film study.
“It’s not just the time. It’s more like I’m not just studying receivers, I gotta study receivers, tight ends, quarterbacks, even the offensive coordinator,” Gardner said. “I gotta see what kind of game plan they have, what kind of concept they like. So it’s more than just studying the best receiver that’s on the team like I used to do in college.”
Gardner has welcomed advice from D.J. Reed, the team’s other starting cornerback, safety Jordan Whitehead and Hall.
“He asks a lot of questions in the meeting room, and that just makes me want to ask questions as well because it’s like he’s trying to pick the cornerback coach’s brain,” Gardner said of Hall. “I was like, ’Oh yeah, I got certain questions I need to be asking, too.”
Gardner was the first of three players selected by the Jets in the first round, along with Ohio State wide receiver Garrett Wilson (No. 10) and Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson (No. 26).
There are high expectations in New York for Gardner and the Jets, who have the NFL’s longest active postseason drought at 11 years. The Jets aren’t considered a playoff contender, but fans want to see them playing meaningful games in December.
“We’re just taking it in,” Gardner said. “We’re not getting caught up in outside noise because that can damage teams if teams focus on it. We just have been having our head down and been grinding. All the free agents, all the new draft picks, all the people that have been on the team, we are all just buying into the program, buying into what Coach Saleh says. He’s a great Coach and he’s going to lead us the right way.”
Gardner, naturally, has already signed an endorsement deal for his signature sauce with Buffalo Wild Wings. He was scheduled to make an appearance Thursday night at one of their locations in Wayne, New Jersey, where he would be signing autographs in the new sauce.
“You know, me, sauce and Buffalo Wild Wings, we all just have a special connection,” Gardner said. “I think it’s just going to be natural. When I get there, it’s going to be easy. I’m looking forward to just being able to meet the fans, have them meet me and be able to have the first signing with sauce. That’s crazy.”
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R. Kelly tells judge he won’t testify at ongoing trial
CHICAGO (AP) — Singer R. Kelly told a federal judge Thursday that he won’t testify at his ongoing trial in Chicago on charges that accuse him of child pornography, enticement of minors for sex and fixing his 2008 state trial.
The judge raised the issue minutes before attorneys for Kelly and two co-defendants began calling their first witnesses, endeavoring to counter two weeks of government testimony, including from four women who accused Kelly of sexual abuse.
Addressing the Grammy Award-winner directly Thursday, Judge Harry Leinenweber asked if he had discussed with his lawyers whether to testify. Kelly, 55, responded calmly, “Yes, you honor.” Asked if he would testify, Kelly said he would not.
Co-defendant Derrel McDavid, a longtime Kelly business manager, is accused of helping Kelly rig the 2008 trial. McDavid said he will testify. Co-defendant Milton Brown is charged with receiving child pornography. Like Kelly, he said he wouldn’t testify.
Taking the witness stand is always risky, including because it subjects a defendant to cross-examination. There’s always a chance a defendant blurts out something incriminating under tough questioning.
Leinenweber on Thursday also denied a defense motion of acquittal, a common but rarely granted request for a judge to acquit before jurors get the case. Leinenweber said prosecutors presented sufficient evidence to leave the question of guilt to jurors.
McDavid’s legal team called the first defense witness Thursday, a McDavid friend and former police officer Christopher G. Wilson. He testified that McDavid told him in 2001 that someone was trying to blackmail Kelly with threats about videos.
A New York federal judge sentenced Kelly in June to 30 years in prison for convictions on racketeering and sex trafficking charges. A conviction on just one or two of the charges at the Chicago trial could add years to that sentence.
The highlight of prosecutors’ case came two weeks ago with the testimony of a 37-year-old woman who used the pseudonym “Jane.” She described Kelly sexually abusing her hundreds of times starting in 1998 when she was 14 and Kelly was around 30.
Federal prosecutors rested their case on Tuesday. Closing arguments are expected to happen in the middle of next week.
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NJ is known for its fresh produce … good luck finding these
We grow a lot of great fruits and veggies in New Jersey, but one fruit that is very hard to grow here is figs.
There are some old-timers who grow them in their backyards.
In many Italian neighborhoods in New Jersey, you will find a prized fig tree or two or seven or eight.
My dad grew them from cutting a tree his father brought over when he emigrated from Calabria, Italy.
The climate is not really conducive to their growth and flourishing. Many people cut the trees way back in the fall and cover them for winter.
It's a special process and my dad went to great lengths to ensure they made it through every winter.
This time of year you will notice them at specialty markets in California and at some local farmers markets you can get lucky enough to find some from small local growers.
It's a fruit that most people around here are not used to and may be considered an acquired taste. If you grew up eating them, they are a precious commodity.
There is one guy in New Jersey that is the king of figs and fig growers. His name is Bill Muzychko from Flemington and he gives classes on how to grow the trees in large pots and how to store them in your garage over the winter.
I visited him about 10 years ago at his place.
If you want to know anything about figs or how to grow them, Bill is THE number one source in New Jersey. He is a retired New Jersey State employee who has turned his passion into a virtual Fig University.
If you want to grow your own, don't do anything until you see Bill Muzychko. If you want fresh figs, check your local farm markets right now. They are coming ripe and should only last about another month. Enjoy!
NJ is known for its fresh produce...good luck finding these
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Amber Alert issued for 9-year-old girl last seen in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (WPTA/Gray News) - Indiana State Police (ISP) have issued an Amber Alert for a 9-year-old girl who was last seen Thursday morning in Indianapolis.
Police say they are looking for 9-year-old Delilah Jennings, who was last seen with her hair in a ponytail and wearing a gray “ILH” shirt with an emblem in the middle, sky-blue pants, and black and white shoes.
Authorities say she is believed to be in extreme danger.
Police believe she is with 32-year-old Monica Burdine, who is believed to be driving a blue 2015 Chevrolet Malibu with Indiana license plate 233BXA.
Burdine was last seen with her hair in long black braids and wearing a blue fitted hoodie, gray biker shorts and white shoes.
Detectives ask that anyone with information call the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department at 317-327-6540 or 911.
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CLMBR Connected 02 is available now for pre-order
DENVER, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CLMBR, a leader in connected fitness technology, is off to a major start for the fall season. This month, the brand brings to market the second iteration of its vertical climbing machine available for pre-order today, September 1st, opens a second studio in Los Angeles, and launches a new Special Guest content series. This new generation of CLMBR boasts several updates, as well as upgrades to its technology, most notably, CLMBR Vision. CLMBR Vision gives users the ability to access live, dynamic coaching and feedback while they exercise, including off-machine strength rep counting, form adjustments, etc.
CLMBR, which counts Jay-Z, Odell Beckham Jr., Novak Djokovic, and Ryan Seacrest amongst its investors, is a disruptor in the at home fitness industry and continues to push the limits of connected fitness technology and design. Aside from CLMBR Vision, new features include a simplified center console, improved handles that let users adjust positioning for ease, optimized hardware for a more ergonomic experience and easier assembly, plus a new display with a thinner profile, crisper graphics, and high-quality optically bonded touch LED layer.
Additionally, users will have an even more efficient workout with enhanced resistance strength, giving the option for a more challenging routine. Improvements have also been made to the sound quality, giving the user a more robust sight and sound experience. A full list of all new features can be found below.
"We are thrilled to announce this new generation of CLMBR and push the boundaries of innovation within our category. Staying ahead of the curve and consistently improving is a vital part of our brand identity and we can't wait for our customers to enjoy this new experience with CLMBR." says CLMBR Co-Founder and CEO, Avrum Elmakis.
Elmakis founded CLMBR after he realized that climbing was a low-impact cardio workout that helped him feel strong, fast, and efficient without the wear and tear of traditional cardio exercise. He began working on a smarter, more dynamic climbing machine with high quality build and a low level of required maintenance. The machine works over 86% of the body's muscles without the strain caused by traditional workouts. A low-impact workout does not mean a low-quality workout, with CLMBR, users burn more calories in 30 minutes than with cycling, running, or rowing. It is truly a workout that works for almost all body types, ages, or fitness levels.
With the roll-out of 02, CLMBR introduces Special Guest Collections - a group of notable, fitness-inclined ambassadors from the world of sports, music, and entertainment that will co-lead classes for on-machine and off-machine workouts. The first group in this collective include Brooke Burke, DJ Ruckus and Chari Hawkins - with new faces announced each month. Content will be available exclusively through the CLMBR Premium Membership starting this September.
CLMBR 02 will be available on CLMBR.com and priced at $2,799 on November 1st, with special pre-order pricing of $2,295, launching September 1st through October 31st. Machines will begin shipping in December 2022. In-person, group fitness classes are available at CLMBR's studios in Denver and opening today in West Hollywood, LA.
About CLMBR
CLMBR is an innovative vertical climbing machine. It's the first vertical climber to feature a large-format touch display with on-demand, instructor-led classes. CLMBR's design is a high-quality build with a low level of required maintenance. It is easy to move – making it perfect for commercial or at-home use. The machine is beautiful with an open structural design that leaves the user's views unobstructed, supporting a natural athletic posture. It also offers the latest user interface technology and state-of-the-art companion app that provides on-demand climbing classes and displays key metrics to maximize the user's experience -- including vertical feet climbed, reach, and power. The integrated audio on CLMBR Connected can fill any space, making it feel just like an in-studio climbing class. Unlike many traditional fitness machines, CLMBR offers an efficient and effective full-body strength and cardio workout. With its low impact and ergonomic movement, CLMBR is safe for most ages and levels of ability. CLMBR is available directly to consumers on CLMBR.com, Amazon and Best Buy, as well as businesses, including gyms and fitness studios, hotels, and physical therapy facilities. The brand was also recently named a 2022 CES Innovation Award Honoree for CLMBR Connected.
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SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – As the Bay Area enters the worst heat wave of the year, KRON4 has assembled a list of cooling centers where people can get a respite from the scorching temps.
Santa Clara County
Morgan Hill: Centennial Recreation Center; 171 W. Edmundson Ave.
- Mon.-Fri. 5 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
- Sat.-Sun. 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Morgan Hill Library: 660 W. Main Ave.
- Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Sun. 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
- closed Mon.
- Tue.-Wed. noon-9 p.m.
San Jose: Camden Community Center; 3369 Union Ave.
- Sat.-Tue. 1-9 p.m.
Roosevelt Community Center; 901 E. Santa Clara St.
- Sat.-Tue. 1-9 p.m.
Emma Prusch Regional Park Farm; 647 S. King Rd.
- Sat.-Tue. 1-9 p.m.
Sunnyvale: Sunnyvale Library; 665 W. Olive Ave.
- Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Sun. 1-6 p.m.
Cupertino: Cupertino Library; 10800 Torre Ave.
- Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
- closed Mon.
- Tue.-Wed. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Gilroy: Gilroy Library; 350 W. 6th St.
- Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Sun. 1-5 p.m.
- closed Mon.
- Tue.-Wed. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Los Altos: Los Altos Library; 13 S. San Antonio Rd.
- Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- closed Mon.
- Tue.-Wed. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Woodland Library; 1975 Grant Rd.
- Thurs.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- closed Mon.
- Tue.-Wed. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Milpitas: Milpitas Library; 160 N. Main St.
- Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- closed Mon.
- Tue-Wed. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saratoga: Saratoga Library; 13650 Saratoga Ave.
- Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- closed Mon.
- Tue. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Wed. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Pro tip: The Valley Transportation Authority is offering free rides to cooling centers Sept. 2-6.
Sonoma County
Santa Rosa: Finley Community Center; 2060 W. College Ave.
- Sat.-Mon. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Alameda County
Alameda: Alameda Free Library; 1550 Oak St.
- 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Alameda Library, West End; 788 Santa Clara Ave.
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Livermore: Livermore Public Library; 1188 S. Livermore Ave.
Springtown Library; 988 Bluebell Drive
Rincon Library; 725 Rincon Ave.
Dublin: Dublin Senior Center; 7600 Amador Valley Blvd.
- 9-6 p.m.
San Francisco County
Seven branches of the San Francisco Public Library are open as cooling centers during regular hours Thurs.-Sat. and next Tues. They are the main branch at the Civic Center, Chinatown, Glen Park, Mission Bay, North Beach and Potrero Hill.
Contra Costa County
The branches of the Contra Costa County Library are open as cooling centers during regular hours Thurs.-Sat. and next Tues. They are Antioch, Prewett in Antioch, Bay Point, Brentwood, Clayton, Danville, El Sobrante, Hercules, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Oakley, Orinda, Pinole, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, San Pablo, Dougherty Station in San Ramon, San Ramon, Walnut Creek and Ygnacio Valley in Walnut Creek.
Solano County
Fairfield Civic Center Library
1150 Kentucky St.
- Monday – Thursday 10 a.m.- 9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
- Sunday 1-5 p.m.
Fairfield Cordelia Library
5050 Business Center Drive
- Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday 1-5 p.m.
Law Library
Hall of Justice, 600 Union Ave.
- Monday -Friday 8.am. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday Closed
In addition to Solano County libraries, you can also seek air conditioning in other public locations like the:
Adult Recreation Center (Age 50+)
- Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Closed 1st and 3rd Fridays.
Aquatics Complex at Allan Witt Park
Please contact Parks and Rec at 707.399.1999
Fairfield Community Center
1000 Kentucky St.
- Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Closed 1st and 3rd Fridays
Open late on Tuesdays until 9 p.m.
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Napa County
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CLEVELAND, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Technological innovation is transforming the global material handling equipment industry. This trend and more are discussed in the new study Global Material Handling Equipment. As companies around the world confront a variety of workforce challenges and face intensifying competition, they are increasingly turning to newly developed material handling technologies. The automated guided vehicles (AGVs) segment has seen particularly impressive innovation gains in recent years, sparking increased interest:
- In March 2022, Gaussin unveiled the world's first hydrogen-power automated guided vehicle, which will be used in port applications
- JBT unveiled a groundbreaking AGV for warehouse freezer applications (an underserved market) in April 2021, and the machine can operate -10F and 110F and offers a lift capacity of 2500lb
- In March 2022, Flux Power introduced its advanced C48 Lithium-Ion battery pack for AGVs and automated mobile robots (AMRs), which is easier to service than predecessors and offers lower ownership costs, longer run times, and sustained high performance
With the introduction of these and other more capable models, manufacturers are greatly strengthening the capabilities of new models by incorporating a variety of advanced technologies. While some improvements are targeted, others fundamentally changes with a particular machinery is capable of. As companies face worker shortages, high labor costs, worker retention issues, and the limited availability of skilled operators, they will increasingly turn to AGVs and other advanced material handling equipment.
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Bret Baier is the chief political anchor of Fox News Channel and the author of “Three Days in Moscow: Ronald Reagan and the Fall of the Soviet Empire.”
In Gorbachev’s case, none of the retrospectives being written about him today would have been possible without his American counterpart — President Ronald Reagan. It was the unique partnership between the two men, and their willingness to engage with even the bitterest enemy, that enabled them to redirect the fate of the world.
Reagan came into office in 1980 an avowed enemy of the Soviet Union. He called it “the evil empire” and predicted it would end up in “the ash heap of history.” His rhetoric was so incendiary that it made people nervous, including his wife, Nancy. In 1985, that rhetoric changed — with the arrival of Mikhail Gorbachev.
Before Gorbachev there was no indication that the Soviet Union would ever be anything but the ungodly menace of Reagan’s speeches. When Gorbachev became the Soviets’ leader, there was no pretending that the U.S.S.R.— with its failed expansionism, shabby facades and drained coffers — was the marvel of governance Russia’s original revolutionaries had envisioned. Gorbachev had the courage to change, and he came to leadership at a moment when his counterpart in the United States was willing to talk. And talk they did.
Gorbachev and Reagan began their collaboration with a shared sense of urgency over the threat of a nuclear war. And they enjoyed a rare chemistry. The first time they met at a conference near Geneva, Reagan told Gorbachev a joke: “An American and a Russian meet. ‘My country is the best,’ says the American, ‘because I can walk into the White House and tell the president he’s doing a lousy job.’ ‘Big deal,’ says the Russian. ‘I can go to the Kremlin and tell Gorbachev the same thing — Reagan is doing a lousy job.’” Gorbachev smiled slightly, not knowing how to respond. But he soon got used to Reagan, who was determined to meet Gorbachev on a human level, man to man.
Reagan could be tough too, and through years of conferences the two men sparred over their nations’ different visions of the world. Gorbachev stubbornly took the party line on major issues, and at times the negotiations stalled. At a 1986 summit in Reykjavik, Iceland, Reagan became so frustrated with Gorbachev’s intransigence that he walked away.
But that wasn’t the end. The two sides regrouped and kept the summits going. Slowly, they moved toward agreements to reduce the nuclear threat.
In December 1987, Gorbachev and his wife, Raisa, came to Washington, where he and Reagan signed a treaty to reduce intermediate-range nuclear weapons. To Americans, Gorbachev was a rock star, a westernized Soviet leader with charisma to spare. But as popular as Gorbachev was in the United States, he didn’t garner the same accolades back home. (He and Reagan used to joke that each was more popular in the other’s country.) By May 1988, Gorbachev was on the ropes, his domestic reforms meeting stiff resistance. Into that maelstrom came Ronald and Nancy Reagan for an unprecedented visit to Moscow.
The enduring image of the visit was Ronald Reagan walking with Gorbachev in Red Square — unthinkable only a few years earlier. Behind the scenes, Reagan was pushing Gorbachev hard on human rights and other unmentionables. Gorbachev bristled; there were limits to both his acceptance of western principles and his authority. Yet he allowed Reagan to give a public speech to a packed hall at Moscow State University, where the president tantalized students with images of the freedom that could be theirs.
Led by Gorbachev, the people were slowly beginning to find their way out of what he later admitted was “a dead-end political situation.” But Gorbachev ran out of time. Reagan had always known that half-measures would not save the Soviet Union from the corruption at its core. When he left the White House and George H.W. Bush took office, the Soviet empire was already coming apart.
Russian President Vladimir Putin never accepted the end of the Soviet Union. As a young KGB officer during Gorbachev’s time, he made it his mission to restore the empire to its glory. Putin’s current aggression has all the hallmarks of the old Soviet Union — the way it would roll over weaker nations, and risk its economy and future stability, to extend its tentacles and control.
When Reagan died in 2004, Gorbachev was emotional about the loss of his old partner. He wrote, “I think that the main lesson of those years is the need for dialogue, which must not be broken off whatever the challenges and complications we have to face.”
In times like today’s — when dialogue seems impossible, when conditions appear to have deteriorated too far for discussion — the best tribute to Gorbachev might be for leaders to take that lesson to heart. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/09/01/bret-baier-gorbachev-leadership-lessons/ | 2022-09-01T18:16:33Z | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/09/01/bret-baier-gorbachev-leadership-lessons/ | false |
- Boot Hill Casino & Resort will begin taking online bets through the sportsbook platform DraftKings -
OLATHE, Kan., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), through its wholly-owned subsidiary that manages Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City, Kansas, will launch online mobile sports betting through its online platform partner, DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ: DKNG), today.
Boot Hill Casino & Resort also plans to accept sports wagers onsite and anticipates unveiling its new on-site sportsbook soon.
Butler National previously announced sports wagering platform agreements with DraftKings, Bally's Corporation and most recently, Golden Nugget Online Gaming.
The launch will correspond with college football season and ahead of the start of the 2022 NFL season. "We're excited to be a part of the launch of sports betting in the State of Kansas. Kansans can now access the latest betting markets as well as bet on local teams like the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats and Sporting KC," said Clark Stewart, President and CEO of Butler National Corporation. "We'd especially like to thank the Boot Hill Casino & Resort team, DraftKings, the Kansas Lottery and the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission for all their efforts. The outstanding teamwork of these groups has allowed Kansans the opportunity to wager on the upcoming football season."
Upon the launch of sports wagering in Kansas, anyone legally permitted within the geographical boundaries of Kansas will be able to place bets directly from their mobile devices or computers by accessing a participating sports book or visiting a lottery gaming facility.
"Today is an exciting day in the State of Kansas as we look to increase tourism and revenue for the State of Kansas and Dodge City," said Stewart.
About Butler National Corporation:
Butler National Corporation has been a recognized provider of professional management services in the gaming industry for more than 25 years. Following the enactment of the Kansas Expanded Lottery Act (KELA), Butler National competed for a contract to manage a Lottery Gaming Facility for the State of Kansas. In 2008, Butler National Service Corporation (a Butler National Corporation subsidiary) proposed and was awarded a contract to manage the Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City. When Boot Hill Casino opened in 2009, it was the first state-owned and operated casino in Kansas. In addition to its gaming division, Butler National manufactures, sells and services support systems for private, commercial and military aircraft.
About Boot Hill Casino & Resort:
Boot Hill Casino & Resort, managed by BHCMC, LLC and Butler National Service Corporation, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), features over 500 electronic gaming machines, 14 table games, and a 150-seat casual dining restaurant known as Firesides at Boot Hill.
The $90 million Boot Hill Casino project opened in December 2009. The lottery facility games at Boot Hill Casino & Resort are owned and operated by the Kansas Lottery. The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission provides regulatory oversight for the casino. Sports wagering is owned and operated by the Kansas Lottery. For more information about Boot Hill Casino & Resort, please visit us at www.boothillcasino.com, or call us at 1.877.906.0777.
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The Bollinger Class-4 Electric Chassis Cabs are the First of the Company's Commercial Lineup to Hit the Ground in Client Test Programs.
DETROIT, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bollinger Motors announces its Class 4 all-electric fleet truck, the Bollinger B4, featuring a cab-forward design with industry-leading safety, cargo, and turn circle capabilities.
"The cab-forward design is a radical change from our previous concepts," says Robert Bollinger, founder and CEO of Bollinger Motors. "And that's on purpose. We listened to our commercial customers and developed what they need for ultimate efficiency."
The new Bollinger B4 incorporates years of feedback from dozens of major fleets looking to electrify their vehicles. The result is a cab-forward truck, designed from the ground up to offer maximum cargo volume, accommodate unlimited adaptation, and prioritize safety.
"The cab-forward design also increases both overall cargo space behind the cab and critical downward visibility in front," says Kent Harrison, chief product officer of Bollinger Motors. "The B4's 41-foot turning circle will be better than any comparable wheelbase truck -- which will improve driving dynamics in both rural and urban settings."
The Bollinger B4 is driven by a solid rear-axle e-drive to meet demand for higher payloads. High-voltage components operate on an 800-volt platform, with batteries consisting of LFP (lithium iron phosphate) chemistry, which ensures safety and reduces cost. Customers may outfit their B4s with either one or two battery packs to accommodate cost and range requirements. Range estimates exceed current customer need and offer roughly 100 miles per battery pack.
Bollinger Motors will track test B4 chassis cab trucks this fall with numerous fleet customers, upfitters, and charging companies to gather constructive feedback.
Bollinger B4 customers will benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act recently signed into law by President Joe Biden, with the B4 expected to be eligible for a 30% tax credit up to $40,000 under the newly created 45W Commercial EV Tax Credit.
"Commercial fleets need a cost-competitive alternative to traditional ICE vehicles, and these credits, along with Bollinger's aggressive efforts to deliver a quality product with a lower total cost of ownership, make EVs a more affordable and viable option than their ICE counterparts," said Ed Burke, commercial sales director. "These credits are a win for Bollinger, our customers, and our nation's sustainability agenda as we help accelerate the adoption of this clean technology across America's roadways."
"Bollinger Motors has been developing medium duty all-electric trucks since 2015," says Bryan Chambers, chief operating officer of Bollinger Motors. "Our extensive Class 4-6 engineering and supply-chain development means our commercial trucks are on the fast track to production."
Bollinger will begin production with Class 4 Chassis Cabs -- with Class 5 and Class 6 trucks to follow. Price and release date for the B4 chassis cabs will be announced at a later date.
Founded in 2015 by Robert Bollinger, Bollinger Motors is a U.S.-based company, headquartered in Oak Park, Michigan. Bollinger Motors will manufacture all-electric platforms and chassis cabs for commercial vehicles in Classes 4-6. www.BollingerMotors.com
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WASHINGTON (AP) —
Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week as the labor market continues to shine despite weakening elements of the U.S. economy.
Applications for jobless aid for the week ending Aug. 27 fell by 5,000 to 232,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.
The four-week average for claims, which evens out some of the week-to-week volatility, decreased by 4,000 to 241,500.
The number of Americans collecting traditional unemployment benefits rose by 26,000 the week that ended Aug. 20, to 1.44 million.
First-time applications generally reflect layoffs and are often seen as an early indicator of where the job market is headed.
Hiring in the U.S. in 2022 has been remarkably strong even as the country faces rising interest rates and weak economic growth.
On Tuesday, the government reported that the number of open jobs in the United States rose in July after three months of declines. There were 11.2 million open jobs available on the last day of July — nearly two jobs, on average, for every unemployed person — a sign that employers are still urgently seeking workers despite a weakening economy and high inflation.
The Labor Department issues its August jobs report on Friday, and analysts surveyed by the data provider FactSet expect the U.S. economy added a robust 300,000 jobs.
U.S. employers added 528,000 jobs in July, according to the Labor Department, more than double what forecasters had expected. The unemployment rate dipped to 3.5%, tying a 50-year low reached just before coronavirus pandemic slammed the U.S. economy in early 2020.
Inflation continues to be the biggest threat to both the global and U.S. economies. The rise in consumer prices slowed modestly from June to July, bur remains historically high enough that the Federal Reserve has indicated it will keep raising interest rates until prices retreat.
The Fed has raised its benchmark short-term interest rate four times this year and Chairman Jerome Powell said last week that the central bank will likely need to keep interest rates high enough to slow the economy “for some time” in order to tame the worst inflation in 40 years. Powell has acknowledged the increases will hurt U.S. households and businesses, but also said the pain would be worse if inflation were allowed to fester.
Even though the labor market remains historically strong, some of that pain has already begun, particularly in the housing and technology sectors. Online real estate companies RedFin and Compass have recently announced job cuts as rising interest rates have cooled red-hot a housing market.
There has also been pullback in the tech sector after a nearly two-year pandemic boom. Snap, owner of the social media platform Snapchat, said Wednesday that it was cutting 20% of its global workforce due to declining revenue.
PVH, the owner of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, also announced Wednesday a 10% cut to “people costs” by the end of 2023.
Netflix, Carvana and Tesla have also announced layoffs in recent months.
Higher borrowing costs have taken a toll on the U.S. economy, which contracted in the first half of the year. But the strength of the job market has been inconsistent with an economic downturn. | https://www.wane.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-fewer-americans-file-for-jobless-benefits-last-week/ | 2022-09-01T18:20:36Z | https://www.wane.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-fewer-americans-file-for-jobless-benefits-last-week/ | true |
INDIANAPOLIS – Men “looking for a fight.”
Multiple gunshots.
Bloody towels and a trail of blood.
A Dutch commando shot in the head.
Court documents shed more light into a downtown Indianapolis shooting that killed 26-year-old Dutch soldier Simmie Poetsema and led to charges against 22-year-old Shamar Duncan.
Thursday morning, Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears announced formal charges against Duncan, who faces a count of murder, two counts of attempted murder and a count of disorderly conduct. He was arrested Tuesday.
The shooting happened in the early morning hours of Saturday, Aug. 27, in the 100 block of South Meridian Street. Officers who arrived at the scene saw several shell casings, broken glass and bullet fragments. There was blood on the sidewalk in front of the Hampton Inn and a blood trail. Officers also found bloody towels and clothing.
Three people had been shot during an altercation, including Poetsema. Court documents reveal he was shot in the back of the head and investigators were aware early on that he wouldn’t survive.
The autopsy performed later determined Poetsema suffered severe damage to the brain from the single gunshot wound. His death was ruled a homicide.
Detectives interviewed multiple witnesses. The stories were strikingly similar: two groups of people—a larger one and another with three men—got into an argument that turned physical. One of the men from the smaller group ended up on the ground.
Not long after the encounter—perhaps 30 seconds to two minutes later—gunshots rang out. Witnesses saw a truck, usually described as a Ford F-150, leave the scene. The truck had some unique characteristics, including a toolbox, light bars and reflective strips.
Most witnesses believed the gunshots came from the truck.
One of the men in the group said his friend was shot in the thigh; he helped apply pressure to the wound until medics arrived.
Another witness told police he was with Poetsema and the other soldiers when they encountered three men while heading back to their hotel. They physically bumped into each other, resulting in a “pushing and pulling” match, although the soldiers were trying to move on because they “didn’t want a fight,” according to court documents.
One of the men “got hit and was knocked out with one punch,” according to the witness. After that, he saw the truck, heard gunshots and saw Poetsema bleeding on the ground in the aftermath. He went to help him and was “100% sure” the shots came from the truck.
Other witnesses provided similar accounts, saying two groups of individuals got into an argument, a man ended up on the ground and the other group moved on. Shortly after that, they heard gunshots and saw a pickup truck speed away near the Hampton Inn. Witnesses also provided police with similar descriptions of the men who’d gotten into the truck.
Another member of the soldiers’ group said they’d gone out to a bar and were walking back to the hotel when his one of his companions said there was “a situation.” He turned and found three men “just looking for a fight” and attempted to deescalate the situation. Still, the “guys just kept looking for a fight,” the witness said. One of his friends then knocked down one of the men.
Another witness described the man who’d gotten knocked down as the aggressor.
A witness who saw the confrontation from the IndyStar building said the three men in the smaller group “seemed to be very intoxicated.” In his recollection, the three “were looking for trouble,” according to court documents.
After a member of the group got knocked down, the witness heard one of the men say, “I’m going to go get a strap.” The men got into their truck, the witness said, did a U-turn at the IndyStar building and pulled in front of the Hampton Inn. The witness recalled hearing gunshots and seeing the truck take off toward Monument Circle and go right.
Police interviewed the wounded soldiers at the hospital. Both said they’d exchanged words with members of a smaller group, leading to a fight. Both believed the incident was over and started walking back to the hotel. Shortly after that, they heard gunshots; one was shot as he was running back toward the hotel. Both gave police descriptions of the men and recalled seeing a pickup truck.
Surveillance video viewed by police largely confirmed the various accounts. Investigators watched video of the truck making a U-turn on Meridian and going through other cameras placed downtown. They also viewed video of the moments leading up to the shooting; a pickup truck with a toolbox and light bars was clearly visible in the footage, according to court documents, and three men were seen running toward it.
A witness told police the men in the video had also tried to pick a fight with a different group an hour before the confrontation with the soldiers.
Police were able to identify the truck through the FLOCK license plate reading system. Officers located the truck, which had some of its key identification features removed, including the toolbox and light bars. Reflective strips had also been taken off, police said, but they’d left visible marks on the body.
Officers took the driver into custody and interviewed him. The man told police he “knew why he was there” and said he’d tell investigators “whatever [they] wanted to know.” According to his account, he and two others, including Duncan, had been in Broad Ripple before going downtown.
They parked and walked around. Eventually they brushed against another group and an argument led to a fight. He felt there were “like 14 people trying to jump them” and one of his companions ended up on the ground. He helped him up and then scrambled back to the truck. One of his friends said he’d forgotten his phone, so he stopped the truck. After that, he recalled hearing gunshots. He also told police he was drunk during the encounter.
The man identified Duncan as the shooter. He added that his friend ended up on the ground “like they should have,” alluding to his friend acting foolishly. He recalled Duncan “shooting out of the back of the truck” and then dropped his friends off at Duncan’s car at 16th and Dequincy.
He told police he’d “yelled at Shamar because he was mad that he shot” at the other group.
Duncan’s response?
“I just spazzed,” according to the man’s account.
The man provided police with phone numbers for the two individuals he was with on the night of the shooting, including Duncan.
Police eventually found the toolbox and light bars underneath a tarp during a later search.
The third member of Duncan’s group told police he and his friends had gotten into an altercation with “nine or ten” people. He tried to punch someone but ended up falling, according to his account. The fight lasted “maybe 30 seconds,” he said. He initially failed to mention anything about the shooting.
When pressed, he said he “guesses someone got shot.” He said he didn’t know if Duncan was the shooter and “wasn’t sure” why people were saying he and his friends were involved. He said they were “for sure” involved in the fight and was “not sure if shots were coming from the truck because he was very intoxicated.”
During an interview with police, Duncan said he and his friends had been involved in an “altercation with some dude, the one being talked about on the news.”
In his account, one that bore little resemblance to the many others provided by witnesses, Duncan claimed a lady “said something crazy to them” that made them stop. He told his friends it wasn’t worth it and said, “let’s go.”
A group of men then started to follow them, Duncan said, leading to a fight that lasted “3-5 minutes.” He also told investigators that the “group of guys was stomping on [his friend’s] head.” A couple guys ran toward them from the hotel, Duncan said, and they retreated to their truck.
He declined to tell police what happened next, according to court documents.
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Dr. Nitin Goyal to offer specialized care for hand, wrist and elbow injuries, and Dr. Arash Sayari to offer specialized care for spine and neck conditions
NAPERVILLE, Ill., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) today announces an expansion of its presence in Joliet and Naperville with the hiring of two specialist physicians. Nitin Goyal, M.D. and Arash Sayari, M.D. will practice at both locations starting today, which will further elevate MOR's clinical expertise and enhance accessibility to world-class orthopedic care in DuPage, Kendall and Will counties.
Drs. Goyal and Sayari each completed their residency with MOR and Rush University Medical Center before pursing fellowships at other world-renowned institutions. The doctors' return to practice at MOR illustrates the strength and influence of the orthopaedic program that was recently ranked the 5th best in the country by U.S. News and World Report.
"The additions of Dr. Goyal and Dr. Sayari demonstrate MOR's commitment to delivering top-quality care to our patients in Joliet, Naperville, and the surrounding communities," said Dr. Brian Cole, managing partner of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. "Patients often travel from across the country or around the world to receive care at MOR, so enhancing our presence in Chicagoland communities with such talented physicians is very exciting."
Dr. Nitin Goyal, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in care of the hand, wrist, and elbow. Dr. Goyal seeks to educate and empower patients to select the least invasive treatment option that yields the most reliable and impactful outcomes. Dr. Goyal graduated with honors (Summa Cum Laude) in Economics from Northwestern University and earned his medical degree with honors (Cum Laude) from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Rush University Medical Center and his hand and upper extremity fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Having grown up in Naperville, Dr. Goyal's clinical presence in the Chicagoland area holds a significant level of personal meaning. Returning as a physician, he hopes to help residents of the community overcome physical discomfort and support their pursuit of healthy, active lifestyles.
"I am honored to be serving the Naperville community in which I was raised and the residents of Joliet," said Dr. Goyal. "I look forward to developing meaningful relationships with my patients and amplifying MOR's positive impact in these communities."
Dr. Arash Sayari, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon who specializes in the latest minimally-invasive techniques and advanced technologies. Treating ailments ranging from simple neck and back pain to herniated disks and arthritis, Dr. Sayari leverages robotics and other emerging technologies to ensure accuracy and enhance patient outcomes. Dr. Sayari graduated Magna Cum Laude from UCLA before completing his medical training with the highest honors at the University of Miami. As a believer in motion preservation, Dr. Sayari has also established himself as a leading expert in spinal disc arthroplasty to avoid fusion procedures.
"I look forward to utilizing my clinical expertise in neck and spine conditions to improve the health and well-being of MOR's patients in Joliet and Naperville," said Dr. Sayari. "The opportunity to serve Illinois' third- and fourth-largest cities is incredibly exciting and brings with it the potential to improve the lives of countless patients in the years to come."
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Goyal or Dr. Sayari at MOR locations in Joliet or Naperville, please visit www.rushortho.com or call 877.MD.BONES.
About Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
MOR is among the international leaders in musculoskeletal health and is currently ranked No. 5 in Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report. MOR is comprised of international renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR has seven full-service locations in Chicago, Joliet, Naperville, Oak Brook, Oak Park, Westchester, and Munster, IN. MOR also has eight, stand-alone physical therapy clinics in Bensenville, Geneva, Lincoln Park, Lockport, Orland Park, River Grove, Park Ridge, and Munster (Centennial Village), IN.
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The University of St. Thomas' Carol and Odis Peavy School of Nursing (PSON) was named one of the 10 best nursing schools in Texas by nurse.org.
HOUSTON, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Peavy School of Nursing joins an elite list of Lone Star state nursing schools, including the University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M and Texas Woman's University. Nurse.org chooses the best nursing schools in Texas via a panel-reviewed selection based on several factors, including reputation, NCLEX pass rate, tuition and acceptance rate when available. Only ACEN or CCNE-accredited schools are eligible.
Texas is one of the largest employers for nurses in the nation, with an annual average wage of $79,120 in 2021, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
UST is Houston's Catholic University grounded in the liberal arts. St. Thomas is an urban campus centrally located in the Museum District near downtown, the Galleria and the Texas Medical Center. With UST's state-of-the-art Center for Science and Health Professions building and proximity to some of the nation's leading hospitals and medical organizations, nursing students have everything they need to succeed. And Houston is a great place to find a job after graduation.
PSON offers several tracks, including a traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) for post-bac students who have already earned a degree in another field. UST now accepts transfer students in the ABSN program who have earned 60+ credits with another institution. They also offer an RN to MSN for associate degree nurses who wish to bypass a BSN to achieve a Master of Science in Nursing. In addition, nurses can advance their nursing careers and increase their earning potential with its Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.
"The Peavy School of Nursing's BSN and ABSN programs prepare students to be holistic nurses by delivering care that focuses on physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs of the populations they serve," Dr. Claudine Dufrene, Interim Executive Dean and Associate Professor of PSON, said. "Our graduates embrace that caring philosophy and are highly recruited by clinical agencies."
Students may learn on-campus, online, or accelerated, depending on the program chosen. UST's average annual tuition for a BSN is $32,484, with an NCLEX pass rate of 87.5%. Scholarships and financial aid are available, with the average award of an assistance package totaling $18,025. The PSON is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
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"ALMOST EVERYTHING"… SET FOR RELEASE SEPTEMBER 23RD VIA CLADDAGH RECORDS/UME
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, Liam Neeson, Imelda May, Bono, Hozier, and more bring the work of seminal Irish poet Patrick Kavanagh to life on a new record, Almost Everything… , due September 23rd via Claddagh Records/UMe.
Originally released on Claddagh Records in 1964, the double album also features the only recording of the revered Irish poet reading his most celebrated poems. Now remastered and reimagined this new two-part album includes the original recordings and Kavanagh's poetry read by some of Ireland's most famous figures including Jessie Buckley, Aidan Gillen, Lisa McGee, Lisa Hannigan, Evanna Lynch, Sharon Corr, Kathleen Watkins, Christy Moore, Rachael Blackmore and Aisling Bea set to a truly wonderful music composition.
Pre-order Almost Everything…: https://PatrickKavanagh.lnk.to/AlmostEverything
For many of us, Patrick Kavanagh joined our life's journey as we sat at hard desks in cold classrooms struggling to make sense of so much. Kavanagh made poetry real. He opened our minds to life, soil and soul.
In the 1960s, At the age of 19, Garech Browne set up Claddagh Records to record and preserve Irish cultural heritage, fearing that it would be subsumed by the fast-emerging pop culture. The first albums on the new label were music, including The King Of The Pipers by Leo Rowsome and The Liffey Banks by Tommy Potts. There was also a new group who wanted to call themselves The Quare Fellas but took advice and became The Chieftains.
And then Browne wanted to record an album of the spoken word.
By this time, Patrick Kavanagh was an established poet and writer, having won critical acclaim, primarily for The Great Hunger (1942). Browne had encountered the poet in various hostelries off Grafton Street and in 1963 he broached the idea of an album with Kavanagh. Many meetings followed, all informal, Browne recalled: "The small matter of money resulted in protracted negotiations and general haggling, not, I imagine, unlike the jostling Kavanagh was used to on a fair day in his native Monaghan."
Browne was offering £50 but the poet wasn't budging. It would have to be £100 or nothing. A contract was eventually signed in the Halcyon Hotel on South Anne Street where half-board was costing the poet just over £3 a week. Under his signature Kavanagh wrote: "One hour approx. of verse and prose of my own."
It was then decided, in 2021, to remaster the Kavanagh tapes and to invite a number of people to read the poet's works.
And here it is, the original Kavanagh album with all the evocative earthiness of the poet's voice together with a wonderful selection from some of Ireland's best-loved and most recognizable names from the worlds of music, film, arts and literature.
Almost Everything… is a two-part album. The first features 15 celebrities reading Patrick Kavanagh's poetry against the backdrop of a truly stunning musical composition. The second is a remaster of the iconic 1964 album from Claddagh Records Almost Everything which is the only ever recording of Patrick Kavanagh reading his own poetry.
Side One opens with the poet singing "If You Ever Go to Dublin Town" and features prose, while Side Two has Kavanagh reading a wonderful selection of his poems, 19 in total. The recordings took place on October 16, 1963. The sleeve notes include fellow poet John Montague's description of Kavanagh as "a writer who already has his place among the Irish immortals, both as a personality and a poet."
The physical formats of this album include a booklet containing all the poetry one will hear on the album.
The vinyl format of this release contains two truly unique vinyl sleeves. The first hosts a printed collage of sketches of all the celebrated readers around Patrick Kavanagh, with Kavanagh himself visible through the cut-out square on the cover itself. The second vinyl sleeve is an exact replica of the original 1963 release.
Track List: Patrick Kavanagh Almost Everything…
CD1 (Read by Guests)
1. On Raglan Road (read by Bono)
2. Stony Grey Soil (read by Michael D. Higgins)
3. Memory of My Father (read by Liam Neeson)
4. Canal Bank Walk (read by Imelda May)
5. Peace (read by Hozier)
6. Inniskeen Road: July Evening (read by Lisa McGee)
7. In Memory of my Mother (read by Kathleen Watkins)
8. The Hospital (read by Lisa Hannigan)
9. Pegasus (read by Rachael Blackmore)
10. October (read by Christy Moore)
11. Shancoduff (read by Aisling Bea)
12. Lines Written on a Seat on the Grand Canal, Dublin (read by Evanna Lynch)
13. Extract from 'The Great Hunger' (read by Aidan GIllen)
14. A Christmas Childhood (read by Sharon Corr)
15. Epic (read by Jessie Buckley)
CD2 (read by Patrick Kavanagh)
1. Autobiographical Prose
2. The Same Again
3. Jungle
4. Narcissus and the Women
5. Epic
6. God in Woman
7. Kerr's Ass
8. Peace
9. The Hospital
10. On the Death of Jim Larkin
11. Extract from 'The Great Hunger'
12. Living in the Country: Part One
13. Dear Folks
14. Miss Universe
15. About Reason, Maybe
16. To Hell With Commonsense
17. October
18. Come Dance With Kitty Stobling
19. Prelude
20. Having Confessed
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HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — As Braylon Price remembers it, he struggled with pretty much everything the first full school year of the pandemic. With minimal guidance and frequent disruptions, he had trouble staying on top of assignments and finishing homework on time.
It was so rocky his parents asked for him to repeat sixth grade — a decision they credit with getting him on a better track.
“At first I didn’t really want to do it,” said Braylon, now 13. “But then later in the year I thought it would probably be better for me if I did.”
The number of students held back for a year of school has surged around the country. Traditionally, experts have said repeating a grade can hurt kids social lives and academic futures. But many parents, empowered by new pandemic-era laws, have asked for do-overs to help their children recover from the tumult of remote learning, quarantines and school staff shortages.
Twenty-two of the 26 states that provided data for the recent academic year, as well as Washington, D.C., saw an increase in the number of students who were held back, according to an Associated Press analysis. Three states — South Carolina, West Virginia and Delaware — saw retention more than double.
Pennsylvania, where the Price family lives, passed a pandemic-era law allowing parents to elect to have a redo for their kids. The following year, the number of retained students in the state jumped by about 20,000, to over 45,000 students.
Braylon’s mother has no regrets about taking advantage of the new law.
“Best decision we could have made for him,” said Kristi Price, who lives in Bellefonte, in central Pennsylvania.
While the family’s two daughters managed to keep up with school despite limited supervision, Braylon struggled. He went back to in-person school for the first full academic year of the pandemic but it was “wishy-washy,” his mother said. Students were quarantined on and off, and teachers tried to keep up with students learning at home, online and in hybrid models. That winter, Braylon suffered a spinal cord injury from wrestling that forced him to go back to remote learning.
On his repeat of sixth grade, Braylon had an individualized education program that helped him build more focus. Having more one-on-one attention from teachers helped too. Socially, he said the transition was easy, since most of his friends had been in lower grades or attended different schools already.
Research in the education world has been critical of making students repeat grades.
The risk is students who’ve been retained have a two-fold increased risk of dropping out, said Arthur Reynolds, a professor at the University of Minnesota’s Human Capital Research Collaborative, citing studies of students in Chicago and Baltimore.
“Kids see it as punishment,” Reynolds said. “It reduces their academic motivation, and it doesn’t increase their instructional advancement.”
But backers of retention say none of the research was conducted in a pandemic, when many children wrestled with Zoom lessons and some stopped logging in entirely.
“So many children have struggled and have had a lot of problems,” said Florida state Sen. Lori Berman, a Delray Beach Democrat. Berman authored a law aimed at making it easier for parents to ask for kindergarten to fifth graders to repeat a grade in the 2021-22 school year. “I don’t think there is any stigma to holding your child back at this point.”
Generally, parents can ask for children to be held back, but the final decision is up to principals, who make decisions based on factors including academic progress. California and New Jersey also passed laws that made it easier for parents to demand their children repeat a grade, although the option was only available last year.
In suburban Kansas City, Celeste Roberts decided last year for another round of second grade for her son, who she said was struggling even before the pandemic. When virtual learning was a bust, he spent the year learning at a slower pace with his grandmother, a retired teacher who bought goats to keep things fun.
Roberts said repeating the year helped her son academically and his friends hardly noticed.
“Even with peers, some of them were like, ‘Wait, shouldn’t you be in third grade?’ And he’s just like, ‘Well, I didn’t go to school because of COVID,’” she said. “And they’re kind of like, ‘OK, cool.’ You know, they move on. It’s not a thing. So it’s been really great socially. Even with the parent circles. Everybody’s just like, ‘Great. Do what your kid needs to do.’”
Ultimately, there shouldn’t be just two options of repeating a grade or going on to the next, said Alex Lamb, who has been looking at research on grade retention as part of her work with the Center for Education, Policy Analysis, Research and Evaluation at the University of Connecticut to help advise school districts.
“Neither of those options are good,” she said. “A great option is letting students move on, and then introducing some of these supports that are research-backed, that are effective and that allow for academic and social-emotional growth of students and then communities.”
In Pennsylvania’s Fox Chapel Area School District, two students were retained at the behest of educators, while eight families decided their students would repeat a grade. Another six discussed the new legislation with the school and ultimately decided against holding their students back.
“As a school district, we take retention very seriously,” Superintendent Mary Catherine Reljac said. She said the district involves parents, a team of educators, school counselors and principals to help decide what is best for each child.
Price says Braylon’s retention helped him obtain an individualized education program, or IEP. The special ed plan gave him more support as he navigated sixth grade again. When he thinks about the difference between rounds one and two of sixth grade, Braylon said he felt like the extra support was instrumental, noting he likes having one-on-one aid from teachers sometimes.
“In online school, you didn’t really do that,” he said. “You did the work and then you just turned it in.”
He doesn’t want to be given the answer, he said, but guided enough that he can figure it out on his own.
“I think because of the pandemic, we, as parents, were able to see how much he was struggling and we were able to recognize that he was barely keeping his head above water, and that he needed more help in order to be successful on his own,” Price said.
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This story has been corrected to reflect that a total of 26 states and Washington, D.C., provided data on grade retention for the recent academic year.
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Hollingsworth reported from Mission, Kansas. Schultz is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will sound an alarm Thursday night about what he views as “extremist” threats to American democracy from the restive forces of Trumpism, aiming to reframe the November elections as part of an unceasing battle for the “soul of the nation.”
Nearly two years after he defeated Donald Trump, it’s a reprise of Biden’s 2020 campaign theme, casting the midterm election stakes in as dire terms as those that sent him to the Oval Office. His prime-time speech at Independence Hall in Philadelphia will lay out what he sees as the risks from those he has dubbed “ultra-MAGA Republicans” to the nation’s system of government, its standing abroad and its citizens’ way of life.
The explicit effort by Biden to marginalize Trump and and his “Make America Great Again” adherents marks a sharp turn for the president, who preached his desire to bring about national unity in his Inaugural address. White House officials said it reflects his mounting concern about Trump conservatives’ ideological proposals and 2020 election denialism.
Biden, who had largely avoided even referring to “the former guy” by name during his first year in office, has grown increasingly vocal in calling out Trump personally. Now, emboldened by his party’s recent legislative wins and wary of Trump’s return to the headlines, Biden is sharpening his attacks.
At a Democratic fundraiser last week, Biden likened the “MAGA philosophy” to “semi-fascism.”
In Philadelphia, White House officials said, Biden intends to hark back to the 2017 white supremacist protest in Charlottesville, Virginia, which he says brought him out of political retirement to challenge Trump. Biden plans to argue that the country faces a similar crossroads in the coming months.
“The president thinks that there is an extremist threat to our democracy,” press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Wednesday. “It’s not stopping. It’s continuing.”
Biden allies stress that he is not rejecting the entirety of the GOP and would use his remarks to call on traditional Republicans to join him in condemning Trump and his followers. It’s a balancing act, given that more than 74 million people voted for Trump in 2020.
“I respect conservative Republicans,” Biden said last week. “I don’t respect these MAGA Republicans.”
House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy dismissed any such distinction, accusing the president of trying to “disparage hard-working Americans.” He planned to deliver a preemptive rebuttal to Biden from Scranton, Pennsylvania, where the president was born.
In remarks earlier Thursday on Fox News, McCarthy said Biden was “trying to distract from the disaster that he’s created in this country.”
A senior White House official, speaking on the condition of anonymity to preview Biden’s remarks, said the president’s speech wasn’t aimed at one politician or the GOP as a whole, but rather the Trump supporters who have denied the 2020 election results and sow doubt about future contests. The official said that Biden would acknowledge the importance of political disagreements in a country as diverse as the U.S., but aim to draw a line at rhetoric and actions that call into question the health of the country’s democracy.
The official said Biden aimed to speak “not as a Democratic president, but as a president of a democracy.”
Larry Diamond, an expert on democracy and senior fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, said calling Trump out for attacks on democracy “can be manipulated or framed as being partisan. And if you don’t call it out, you are shrinking from an important challenge in the defense of democracy.”
Even this week, Trump was posting on his beleaguered social media platform about overturning the 2020 election results and holding a new presidential election, which would violate the Constitution.
Timothy Naftali, a presidential historian at New York University, said it’s not unusual for there to be tension between a president and his successor, but it’s “unprecedented for a former president to be actively trying to undermine the U.S. Constitution.”
“The challenge that President Biden faces is to get on with his agenda while still doing what he needs to uphold the Constitution,” Naftali said. “That’s not easy.”
The White House has tried to keep Biden removed from the legal and political maelstrom surrounding the Department of Justice’s discovery of classified documents in Trump’s Florida home. Still, Biden has taken advantage of some Republicans’ quick condemnation of federal law enforcement.
“You can’t be pro-law enforcement and pro-insurrection,” Biden said Tuesday in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
Biden’s appearance Thursday night was promoted as an official, taxpayer-funded event, a mark of how the president views defeating the Trump agenda as much as a policy aim as a political one. The major broadcast television networks were not expected to carry the address live.
Biden’s trip to Philadelphia is just one of his three to the state within a week, a sign of Pennsylvania’s importance in the midterms, with competitive Senate and governor’s races. However, neither Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, the Democrats’ Senate nominee, nor Attorney General Josh Shapiro, their pick for governor, was expected to attend Thursday night.
Trump plans a rally this weekend in Scranton, Biden’s birthplace.
The White House intended the speech to unite familiar themes: holding out bipartisan legislative wins on guns and infrastructure as evidence that democracies “can deliver,” pushing back on GOP policies on guns and abortion that Biden says are out of step with most people’s views, and rejecting efforts to undermine confidence in the nation’s election or diminish its standing abroad.
The challenges have only increased since the tumult surrounding the 2020 election and the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Lies surrounding that presidential race have triggered harassment and death threats against state and local election officials and new restrictions on mail voting in Republican-dominated states. County election officials have faced pressure to ban the use of voting equipment, efforts generated by conspiracy theories that voting machines were somehow manipulated to steal the election.
Candidates who dispute Trump’s loss have been inspired to run for state and local election posts, promising to restore integrity to a system that has been undermined by false claims.
There is no evidence of any widespread fraud or manipulation of voting machines. Judges, including ones appointed by Trump, dismissed dozens of lawsuits filed after the election, and Trump’s own attorney general called the claims bogus. Yet Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research polling has shown about two-thirds of Republicans say they do not think Biden was legitimately elected president.
This year, election officials face not only the continuing threat of foreign interference but also ransomware, politically motivated hackers and insider threats. Over the past year, security breaches have been reported at a small number of local election offices in which authorities are investigating whether office staff improperly accessed or provided improper access to sensitive voting technology.
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TRAVERSE CITY — A 26 year-old man was killed when the vehicle he was driving crashed into The Hawk's Nest early this morning.
The driver was headed east on Munson at approximately 2 a.m. when he missed a turn and struck the nearby hotel, Traverse City Police Department Capt. Keith Gillis said.
No one else was in the car and no other vehicles were involved in the crash, according to the police report.
The car's registration was traced to Palmetto, Fla., by city police department officers, but the driver's father currently lives in Traverse City.
Gillis said the driver was not wearing his seatbelt. In high-impact crashes, police are able to tell whether seatbelts were being worn because of distinctive seatbelt burns or bruises often found on the body, he noted.
The police report stated that there was a strong odor of alcohol in the car. Police are currently awaiting a blood alcohol content and toxicology report from Munson Medical Center.
Gillis said he was not aware of any structural damage to the hotel.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Royce Value Trust, Inc. (NYSE-RVT) has declared a quarterly distribution of $0.32 per share on its Common Stock. The distribution, optionally payable in additional shares of Common Stock, or in cash by specific stockholder election, is to be paid on September 23, 2022 to stockholders of record at the close of business on September 12, 2022 (ex-dividend on September 9, 2022). The price of shares issued for reinvestment will be determined on September 19, 2022.
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Policy of paying quarterly distributions on its Common Stock. Distributions are being made at the annual rate of 7% of the rolling average of the prior four calendar quarter-end net asset values (NAVs), with the fourth quarter distribution being the greater of 1.75% of the rolling average or the minimum distribution required by IRS regulations. The policy, including the annual rate, is subject to change at the discretion of the Fund's Board of Directors.
The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with 'yield' or 'income'.
The Fund's estimated sources of the distribution to be paid on September 23,2022 and for 2022 year-to-date are as follows:
Estimated Allocations as of August 31, 2022
Estimated Allocations for 2022 through August 31, 2022
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of the current distribution or from the terms of the Fund's Distribution Policy. The amounts and sources of distributions reported herein are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Fund Performance and Distribution Rate Information:
1 Average Annual Total Return in relation to NAV represents the compound average of the Annual NAV Total Returns of the Fund for the five year period ended August 31, 2022. Annual NAV Total Return is the percentage change in the Fund's NAV over a year, assuming reinvestment of distributions paid.
2 The Annualized Current Distribution Rate is the current fiscal period's distribution rate annualized as a percentage of the Fund's NAV as of August 31, 2022.
3 Cumulative Total Return is the percentage change in the Fund's NAV from December 31, 2021 to August 31, 2022, assuming reinvestment of distributions paid.
4 The Cumulative Fiscal Year Distribution Rate is the dollar value of distributions for the fiscal year period (January 1, 2022 to August 31, 2022), as a percentage of the Fund's NAV as of August 31, 2022.
About Royce Value Trust, Inc.
Royce Value Trust, Inc. is a closed-end diversified management investment company whose shares of Common Stock are listed and traded on the New York Stock Exchange. The Fund's primary investment goal is long-term capital growth, which it seeks by normally investing at least 65% of its assets in equity securities primarily of small- and micro-cap companies.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Backcast Partners Management LLC ("Backcast"), a provider of debt and equity capital for both middle market private equity and non-private equity owned companies, is pleased to announce the most recent addition to its team.
Caelum Maloney has joined Backcast Partners as an Associate on the investment team. Prior to joining Backcast in 2022, Mr. Maloney was a Director in the Corporate Finance and Restructuring group at FTI Consulting, where he provided strategic and financial advice to companies, lenders, and other creditors in out-of-court and in-court restructurings. Mr. Maloney received a B.S. in Management from Boston College.
Mark Gudis, Managing Partner at Backcast, said: "Caelum brings nearly five years of experience working on complex lending transactions which will allow him to immediately contribute to the investment team. His strong business and financial analytics, thorough understanding of credit documentation, and diverse transaction experience will leverage and enhance our growing team. We look forward to significant contributions from Caelum."
Backcast Partners, formed in 2016 by three former Blackstone colleagues, manages value-additive, private credit investment funds providing capital to both private-equity backed and privately held management-owned companies. The Backcast team has been supporting traditional middle market companies ($7.5 million to $50 million of EBITDA) for decades. Backcast Partners has a very flexible capital mandate and seeks to invest from $10 million to $50 million per transaction. Backcast has invested approximately $500 million since inception and is currently raising its second fund. Backcast Partners operates out of offices in New York City, Millburn, NJ and Los Angeles, CA.
For more information for investors, please contact:
Amon Johnson, Managing Director of Investor Relations
ajohnson@backcastpartners.com
(973) 547-2447
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For more information for companies seeking investment, please contact:
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Medcura's LifeFoam™ product demonstrates significant life-saving potential in massive noncompressible intra-abdominal hemorrhaging scenarios
RIVERDALE, Md., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The injectable non-thrombin foam, LifeFoam™, created by Medcura Inc., a commercial-stage life science and medical device company, increased the amount of time swine could survive severe internal bleeding in a recent study. Researchers say it has "significant potential" to save lives in military combat settings or any life-threatening hemorrhaging emergency when a patient cannot be quickly triaged into surgery.
Swine with noncompressible internal bleeding injected with LifeFoam™ survived more than five times longer than those without it, with a three-hour survival rate of 72 percent versus zero, according to the study published in the journal Surgery and led by Drs. Leon Naar and Ander Dorken Gallastegi from Massachusetts General Hospital's Division of Trauma, Emergency Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.
"This material has the significant potential to be a treatment option for massive noncompressible intra-abdominal hemorrhage, not only in military settings, but also on any occasion when swift transfers to a facility with surgical capabilities is not possible," the researchers concluded.
Maryland-based Medcura developed the product in association with over $6 million in grant funding, the majority of which came from the U.S. Department of Defense through the U.S. Army Medical Research & Medical Command, which sought an implantable solution for prolonged field care.
Researchers noted that up to 90 percent of potentially survivable military casualties are attributed to bleeding or hemorrhaging and that up to 50 percent of combat fatalities in Iraq and Afghanistan occurred before any evacuation to hospital facilities occurred.
"Every second counts between an injury and surgery, and the life-saving capabilities of this product could make the critical difference in survival for our wounded service men and women," said Dr. David King, MD, LTC, Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital.
"Internal non-compressible hemorrhage is the single largest cause of in-combat hemorrhage-related death. In this latest study and previous research, LifeFoam™ has demonstrated that it can achieve rapid and durable hemostasis even after a severe traumatic injury," added Dr. King, who also served as the former Chief of the Division of Trauma Surgery at the 86th Combat Support Hospital in Baghdad, Iraq.
LifeFoam™ achieved a Breakthrough Status Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2019. To qualify as a Breakthrough product, a medical device must provide more effective treatment of a life-threatening or irreversibly debilitating condition and have no approved or cleared alternatives, or either offer significant advantages over existing alternatives or be in the best interest of patients.
As with the rest of Medcura's product line, LifeFoam™ is based on a proprietary matrix of fatty acids and polysaccharides found in the natural environment. These inert, non-toxic, and self-assembling biopolymers have been well characterized in scientific literature and cleared by the FDA for several impactful applications. Unlike the expensive-to-manufacture enzyme thrombin, commonly used in blood clotting products, Medcura's LifeFoam™ product's active components are both low-cost and sustainable.
"By controlling severe internal hemorrhage before a patient is transported to a surgical setting, our technology has the potential to save countless lives, including our front-line heroes in combat as well as those in the civilian setting, suffering from a traumatic bleeding event, such as a car accident," said Medcura Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Matthew Dowling. "LifeFoam™ can be easily extracted in the operating room with simple irrigation and suctioning thereby streamlining the trauma surgeon's job."
Medcura has expanded its proprietary innovative technology into a platform for a variety of potential products, including bandages for vascular closure foams, powders and putties for a variety of surgical needs; and gels such as Rapid-Seal™, which is commercially available in major retailers for over-the-counter home use.
"The flexibility of this proprietary biosurgical technology is allowing our team to expand our product line engineering products that can address a wide variety of injuries and surgical needs, large or small," said Medcura CEO Jim Buck. "Important discoveries in the LifeFoam™ project have been applicable in the development of our LifeGel™ surgical hemostat platform, and vice versa, encompassing products and treatments that we believe will enhance both military and civilian surgeon toolkits."
Medcura is a commercial-stage medical device company developing versatile hemostatic products for surgical, medical, and consumer applications. The Company combines the use of safe, inert ingredients with proprietary chemistry across a broad spectrum of clinical applications, with Medcura's FDA Breakthrough Device, LifeFoam™, now leading the expansion into internal and surgical procedures. Learn more about Medcura's growing product line at www.medcurainc.com.
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The University of St. Thomas' Carol and Odis Peavy School of Nursing (PSON) was named one of the 10 best nursing schools in Texas by nurse.org.
HOUSTON, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Peavy School of Nursing joins an elite list of Lone Star state nursing schools, including the University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M and Texas Woman's University. Nurse.org chooses the best nursing schools in Texas via a panel-reviewed selection based on several factors, including reputation, NCLEX pass rate, tuition and acceptance rate when available. Only ACEN or CCNE-accredited schools are eligible.
Texas is one of the largest employers for nurses in the nation, with an annual average wage of $79,120 in 2021, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
UST is Houston's Catholic University grounded in the liberal arts. St. Thomas is an urban campus centrally located in the Museum District near downtown, the Galleria and the Texas Medical Center. With UST's state-of-the-art Center for Science and Health Professions building and proximity to some of the nation's leading hospitals and medical organizations, nursing students have everything they need to succeed. And Houston is a great place to find a job after graduation.
PSON offers several tracks, including a traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) for post-bac students who have already earned a degree in another field. UST now accepts transfer students in the ABSN program who have earned 60+ credits with another institution. They also offer an RN to MSN for associate degree nurses who wish to bypass a BSN to achieve a Master of Science in Nursing. In addition, nurses can advance their nursing careers and increase their earning potential with its Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.
"The Peavy School of Nursing's BSN and ABSN programs prepare students to be holistic nurses by delivering care that focuses on physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs of the populations they serve," Dr. Claudine Dufrene, Interim Executive Dean and Associate Professor of PSON, said. "Our graduates embrace that caring philosophy and are highly recruited by clinical agencies."
Students may learn on-campus, online, or accelerated, depending on the program chosen. UST's average annual tuition for a BSN is $32,484, with an NCLEX pass rate of 87.5%. Scholarships and financial aid are available, with the average award of an assistance package totaling $18,025. The PSON is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
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OXON HILL, Md. (AP) — Brian Robinson Jr. will miss at least the Washington Commanders’ first four games of the NFL season after being shot during at attempted robbery last weekend.
The team put the rookie running back on the non-football injury list Thursday, a move that makes Washington’s game Oct. 9 against Tennessee the first game Robinson will be eligible to play. Coach Ron Rivera said the decision was made on the advice of doctors.
“After four weeks we’ll go from there,” Rivera said at the Commanders’ preseason Welcome Home Luncheon. “Knowing who he is and knowing the type of young man he is and wanting to be back as quick as he would like to, I think the doctors probably thought that might be a good decision.”
Robinson had surgery Monday after being shot twice in the right leg Sunday in Washington and was released from the hospital hours later. He visited the team facility on crutches the next two days to meet with doctors, coaches and teammates.
Co-owner Tanya Snyder singled out Robinson during her remarks at the luncheon, calling the shooting a “senseless attack in broad daylight.”
“We were blessed to see him back in our facility just days after the incident, a testament to his courage, his resilience and what he means to his teammates,” Snyder said. We all pray for your full recovery, Brian, both physically and mentally.”
It was not clear if Dan Snyder attended for any private get-togethers at MGM National Harbor, though he was not at his wife’s table during the public portion of the annual event, which was celebrating its 60th anniversary and the franchise’s 90th.
The Commanders have not provided an estimate on when Robinson might be able to play again. Robinson’s college coach, Alabama’s Nick Saban, said it was possible the 23-year-old might be able to get back on the field this season.
With Robinson out, Washington has three other running backs on the roster: 2021 starter Antonio Gibson, pass-catching specialist J.D. McKissic and veteran Jonathan Williams, whose style most closely resembles Robinson’s.
Putting Robinson on the NFI list and rookie tight end Curtis Hodges on injured reserve with a designation to return allowed the team to bring back linebackers Jon Bostic and David Mayo. Bostic returns after signing and spending training camp with New Orleans, while Mayo made the initial Commanders 53-man roster and was released briefly to accommodate waiver wire additions of defensive backs Rachad Wildgoose and Tariq Castro-Fields.
Bostic played the past three seasons for Washington before a torn pectoral muscle limited him to four games last year. Rivera, who’s going into his third year in charge, said the team played well when Bostic was on the field and the 31-year provides some veteran depth at the position.
“We get the old man back,” starting linebacker Cole Holcomb said. “I love J.B., man. Him and I, we go way back. I just remember he helped me a lot, so it feels good to have him here.”
Rivera also cited the benefit of Bostic in the development of 2021 first-round pick Jamin Davis, who has struggled to adapt to the pro game.
“I think that’ll be really good for Jamin to see a guy like that out there working, preparing, getting himself ready to go,” Rivera said.
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CLMBR Connected 02 is available now for pre-order
DENVER, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CLMBR, a leader in connected fitness technology, is off to a major start for the fall season. This month, the brand brings to market the second iteration of its vertical climbing machine available for pre-order today, September 1st, opens a second studio in Los Angeles, and launches a new Special Guest content series. This new generation of CLMBR boasts several updates, as well as upgrades to its technology, most notably, CLMBR Vision. CLMBR Vision gives users the ability to access live, dynamic coaching and feedback while they exercise, including off-machine strength rep counting, form adjustments, etc.
CLMBR, which counts Jay-Z, Odell Beckham Jr., Novak Djokovic, and Ryan Seacrest amongst its investors, is a disruptor in the at home fitness industry and continues to push the limits of connected fitness technology and design. Aside from CLMBR Vision, new features include a simplified center console, improved handles that let users adjust positioning for ease, optimized hardware for a more ergonomic experience and easier assembly, plus a new display with a thinner profile, crisper graphics, and high-quality optically bonded touch LED layer.
Additionally, users will have an even more efficient workout with enhanced resistance strength, giving the option for a more challenging routine. Improvements have also been made to the sound quality, giving the user a more robust sight and sound experience. A full list of all new features can be found below.
"We are thrilled to announce this new generation of CLMBR and push the boundaries of innovation within our category. Staying ahead of the curve and consistently improving is a vital part of our brand identity and we can't wait for our customers to enjoy this new experience with CLMBR." says CLMBR Co-Founder and CEO, Avrum Elmakis.
Elmakis founded CLMBR after he realized that climbing was a low-impact cardio workout that helped him feel strong, fast, and efficient without the wear and tear of traditional cardio exercise. He began working on a smarter, more dynamic climbing machine with high quality build and a low level of required maintenance. The machine works over 86% of the body's muscles without the strain caused by traditional workouts. A low-impact workout does not mean a low-quality workout, with CLMBR, users burn more calories in 30 minutes than with cycling, running, or rowing. It is truly a workout that works for almost all body types, ages, or fitness levels.
With the roll-out of 02, CLMBR introduces Special Guest Collections - a group of notable, fitness-inclined ambassadors from the world of sports, music, and entertainment that will co-lead classes for on-machine and off-machine workouts. The first group in this collective include Brooke Burke, DJ Ruckus and Chari Hawkins - with new faces announced each month. Content will be available exclusively through the CLMBR Premium Membership starting this September.
CLMBR 02 will be available on CLMBR.com and priced at $2,799 on November 1st, with special pre-order pricing of $2,295, launching September 1st through October 31st. Machines will begin shipping in December 2022. In-person, group fitness classes are available at CLMBR's studios in Denver and opening today in West Hollywood, LA.
About CLMBR
CLMBR is an innovative vertical climbing machine. It's the first vertical climber to feature a large-format touch display with on-demand, instructor-led classes. CLMBR's design is a high-quality build with a low level of required maintenance. It is easy to move – making it perfect for commercial or at-home use. The machine is beautiful with an open structural design that leaves the user's views unobstructed, supporting a natural athletic posture. It also offers the latest user interface technology and state-of-the-art companion app that provides on-demand climbing classes and displays key metrics to maximize the user's experience -- including vertical feet climbed, reach, and power. The integrated audio on CLMBR Connected can fill any space, making it feel just like an in-studio climbing class. Unlike many traditional fitness machines, CLMBR offers an efficient and effective full-body strength and cardio workout. With its low impact and ergonomic movement, CLMBR is safe for most ages and levels of ability. CLMBR is available directly to consumers on CLMBR.com, Amazon and Best Buy, as well as businesses, including gyms and fitness studios, hotels, and physical therapy facilities. The brand was also recently named a 2022 CES Innovation Award Honoree for CLMBR Connected.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KSHB) — A bus stop in Kansas City was turned into a pop-up food pantry.
Nathan Howard, food plus manager at Harvesters Community Food Network, said the pop-up food pantry is geared to provide bus riders an increased opportunity to access food.
“Getting to either a traditional food pantry or one of our mobile food distributions sometimes requires a car,” Howard said. “Putting this conveniently on a bus line really addresses that transportation barrier.”
Breaking down that barrier was important for Sterling Oleson, who rides the bus.
“I was riding the bus and I saw something,” Oleson said. “I saw Harvesters set up and I was like, ‘Whoa, I gotta get to this.’”
The food pantry features items that are easier to travel with, such as canned foods and cold drinks.
“We like to provide a bit of variety and also things that are easy to carry on and off the bus,” Howard said.
This story was originally reported by Lindsay Shively on kshb.com. | https://www.kxxv.com/news/national/bus-stop-turned-into-pop-up-food-pantry | 2022-09-01T18:29:56Z | https://www.kxxv.com/news/national/bus-stop-turned-into-pop-up-food-pantry | false |
Spice up game day with these creative tailgate recipes
August 31, 2022
With the first Pitt football game around the corner, so is the first tailgate. The only thing that could make a sunny September afternoon better is an aroma of food cooking before a football game.
Whether you’re gathering outside Acrisure Stadium or watching the game from your house, these meals are easy and can be done by any level chef 一 amateur to professional 一 with few ingredients. Here are five creative game day recipes for you to try for your next tailgate with friends.
- Tortellini Salad Kabobs – Jessica Formicola at Savory Experiments
This tortellini salad kabob dish is a clever twist on an Italian classic. It’s easy to assemble and can be served cold. Kabobs are perfect for handing out to people at a large tailgate, and they can be stored in simple containers. Jessica Formicola, a blogger at Savory Experiments, suggests using two pieces of tortellini, two mozzarella pearls and one tomato.
The ingredients include cooked tortellini pasta, grape tomatoes, mozzarella balls, pesto, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil leaves, salt and pepper, added for taste. You’ll also need wooden skewers for the recipe. Combine all the ingredients into a bowl to make a salad, and then skewer them to your liking. You can substitute different vegetables such as olives, peppers or cucumbers as well.
- Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip – Amanda Rettke at I Am Baker
Nothing tastes better on a crisp fall afternoon than some warm and savory buffalo chicken dip. This recipe is great for beginners 一 all you need is shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo sauce and a crockpot to make it. You can dip anything in it from bread to pretzels or veggies. Add ranch dressing, garlic powder or some blue cheese crumbles and green onion for taste. Amanda Rettke at I Am Baker also includes her homemade buffalo sauce recipe, if you want to make it from scratch. It’s best to cook on low for about one to two hours. You will know it’s done when the cheese is hot and bubbly.
- Pulled Pork Pastry Puffs – Stephanie Parker at Plain Chicken
Pulled pork is a football Friday favorite, and this recipe brings delicious flavors without the mess of a sandwich – and it only consists of five ingredients.
For this recipe you’ll need a bag of frozen puff pastry, which you can find at Giant Eagle or your local grocery store, pulled pork, barbeque sauce, shredded cheese and one egg to glaze the puffs. Fill the pastries with the combined shredded pork, cheese and sauce. Glaze the tops with the beaten egg and bake in the oven till golden brown. Stephanie Parker, a food blogger at Plain Chicken, recommends using a toothpick to hold the puffs together if they start to fall apart. These are perfect to hand out to your friends at the tailgate.
- Cowboy Caviar – Trisha Haas at Salty Side Dish
Also known as Texas Caviar, this dish is pretty healthy and always a crowd pleaser 一 but if your football squad is on the smaller side, you can make it in large or small batches.
There are a few more ingredients in this dip 一 black and pinto beans, corn, diced tomato, cilantro, orange, red and yellow peppers, red onions, jalapeno, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, olive oil, lime, avocado and tortilla chips. However, the assembly is easy 一 you can mix the ingredients in one bowl.
After combining the ingredients, add spices and lime juice for taste. You can use tortilla chips to dip into the dish, or other foods like bread slices. Trisha Haas at Salty Side Dish recommends letting the caviar marinate together for a few hours before serving to bring out the flavors the best.
- Snickers Bar Blondies – Teresa Ambra at Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen
No tailgate is complete without some tasty desserts. Blondie bars, or “blonde brownies,” are a great way to round up a group and get ready for a Pitt game. Blondies, best described as chocolate chip cookie bars, are easy to make and can be cut into multiple squares for everyone. For this recipe you will need unsalted butter, white and brown sugar, two large eggs, vanilla extract, flour, baking powder, salt and chopped mini Snickers bars.
After combining all ingredients into a bowl, lay onto a 9×13 glass baking dish and bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes at 350 degrees. Teresa Ambra, a writer for the food blog “Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen,” adds that you can use other chocolate candies in place of Snickers as well. Once you cool the blondies, cut them into squares and spread them onto a plate for serving.
These easy recipes are a great option for your next Pitt football tailgate this fall. Whether you are serving a few close friends or an entire crowd, they are the perfect way to get everyone in the spirit and hopefully celebrate a Panther win. | https://pittnews.com/article/174539/arts-and-entertainment/spice-up-game-day-with-these-creative-tailgate-recipes/ | 2022-09-01T18:30:19Z | https://pittnews.com/article/174539/arts-and-entertainment/spice-up-game-day-with-these-creative-tailgate-recipes/ | false |
Pet Food Express Partners with 120+ Shelters and Rescues to Find Homes for 5,000 Rescue Animals During September
OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pet Food Express, a leading retailer and trusted partner in pet health, kicks off its 12th annual Pet Fair to find forever homes for 5,000 California rescue animals. From September 1-30, Pet Food Express will partner with over 120 rescues and shelters throughout the state to offer virtual and in-person pet adoptions, and host special pet-centric events in all 64 stores, including vendor meet and greets and fresh food sampling from top brands like Stella and Chewy's, Primal, and Nutrisource. In addition, September 24 and 25 mark the big Pet Fair weekend with Pet Adoption Extravaganza events in all stores and live virtual events such as educational seminars led by experts on topics like pet anxiety, dog training, and CBD.
"We're really excited to host the Pet Food Express Pet Fair virtually and in-person again this year!" said Mike Murray, director of community relations for Pet Food Express. "A big benefit that we saw last year was in the reach we can achieve through an online platform. It not only supports a wider range of incredible rescues and shelters to find loving homes for more animals in need, but also gives pet parents anywhere in the US, even globally, the opportunity to educate themselves with new knowledge from experts. During the 2021 Pet Food Express Pet Fair, new homes were found for 5,662 animals which resulted in Pet Food Express distributing $141,550 in donations to participating rescues and shelters!"
Throughout September, potential adopters can use Pet Food Express' Find a Friend search option to filter for location, breed, or even age as they scroll through and learn about adoptable animals from over 120 California-based shelters and rescues. Those who adopt receive a special 20% off coupon for Pet Food Express as a part of the 20/20 program. Once the coupon is redeemed, the adopting organization receives a $20 donation from Pet Food Express. In 2021, the 20/20 program donated over $400,000 to rescues and shelters.
- Search for, virtually meet, and adopt rescued animals from 120+ California rescues.
- Connect with product vendors, non-profits, and more at https://petfair.petfood.express/
- All seminars are live and will be held on the Pet Fair platform at https://petfair.petfood.express/events
- Saturday, 9/24 from 10am-4pm:
- Sunday, 9/25 from 10am-4pm:
- All 64 Pet Food Express stores will host food sampling with top brands all month long.
- Locate a store for sampling event times and details at https://www.petfood.express/stores/
- Pet Adoption Extravaganza events will be held in all 64 stores over this special weekend.
- Adoption event details can be found at https://petfair.petfood.express/events/event-schedule
From September 1-30, all Pet Food Express shoppers will receive 25% off select products in-store and online at www.petfood.express with promo code PETFAIR-22.
Pet Food Express is proud to support California's animal rescue network through its Community Outreach programs such as its Kitten Season and Fill the Food Bank efforts. Learn more at https://www.petfood.express/community-outreach/.
Pet Food Express is California's trusted pet expert dedicated to helping pets live longer, healthier lives. With a reimagined experience delivered by animal-loving team members, Pet Food Express sells a variety of high quality products that they trust to give their own pets, puts pets above profits, and leads the way as a committed partner to 275+ non-profit animal rescue and shelter organizations annually. Shop and learn more at PetFood.Express. Get social on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter.
CONTACT: Sarah Andrus | Pet Food Express | Sarah@bloomwellconsulting.com | 415.624.5617
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday afternoon's drawing of the "Pick Three-Midday" game were:
7-8-3, Fireball: 8
(seven, eight, three; Fireball: eight)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday afternoon's drawing of the "Pick Three-Midday" game were:
7-8-3, Fireball: 8
(seven, eight, three; Fireball: eight) | https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-Three-Midday-game-17413144.php | 2022-09-01T18:35:47Z | https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-Three-Midday-game-17413144.php | false |
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