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PITTSBURGH, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Federated Hermes, Inc. today announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Federated Hermes Premier Municipal Income Fund (NYSE: FMN) as of March 31, 2022, is now available in the Products section of FederatedInvestors.com. To order hard copies of this data or to be placed on a mailing list, call 800-245-0242 x5587538, email CEinfo@federatedinv.com or write to Federated Hermes, 1001 Liberty Avenue, Floor 23, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE: FHI) is a global leader in active, responsible investment management, with $668.9 billion in assets under management. We deliver investment solutions that help investors target a broad range of outcomes and provide equity, fixed-income, alternative/private markets, multi-asset and liquidity management strategies to more than 11,000 institutions and intermediaries worldwide. Our clients include corporations, government entities, insurance companies, foundations and endowments, banks and broker/dealers. At Federated Hermes, responsibility is central to our client relationships, our long-term perspective and our fiduciary mindset. It's part of our heritage and the foundation of our future. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Federated Hermes has nearly 2,000 employees in London, New York, Boston and offices worldwide. For more information, visit FederatedHermes.com.
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The Company also provided a broader update on recent hiring initiatives
PLEASANTON, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Movano Inc. (Nasdaq: MOVE), a purpose-driven healthcare solutions company at the intersection of medtech and consumer devices, announced the expansion of its senior leadership team with the strategic hire of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Tyla Bucher.
Tyla brings over two decades of experience building and launching global integrated consumer marketing campaigns for top-tier brands. In her most recent role as Senior Vice President of Marketing for Hydrow, maker of the leading at-home connected rower, she successfully launched the company's first full funnel brand campaign, doubling brand awareness and contributing to its impressive revenue growth. Prior to Hydrow, Tyla held various brand strategy and marketing leadership roles at Hasbro, where she oversaw the development of the company's first direct to consumer channel, as well as led strategic direction of a key $1.5 billion global entertainment brand. Tyla also served as Vice President Brand Marketing at Twentieth Century Fox where she oversaw the execution of strategic business plans across multiple channels on all studio new release titles. Additionally, she spearheaded the division's rapid expansion into digital distribution, driving new windowing strategies and building tailored cross platform consumer marketing programs, contributing to the record setting success of award-winning studio releases. As Movano's CMO, Tyla will oversee the Company's brand, communication and marketing strategies as well as work cross-functionally to develop partnerships and sales strategies.
"Since unveiling plans for our first product, the Movano Ring, we've built a tremendous amount of forward momentum and are hyper focused on preparing to bring an attractive, intuitive and intelligent ring to the market this year. As we move closer to productization, we've brought Tyla on to drive our vision, mature our brand and lead tactical marketing efforts that will be critical to the launch of the Ring and positioning Movano for revenue generation," said Dr. John Mastrototaro, CEO of Movano Inc. "Tyla brings a strong female point of view, an unmatched level of creativity and valuable strategic marketing skills to our senior leadership team that we believe will be instrumental in connecting Movano to consumers and partners and bringing our brand to life."
Movano announced its flagship product, the Movano Ring, in December 2021. Designed for women, the Ring and its accompanying app combine vital health metrics with personalized intelligent feedback. The Ring helps you make connections between cause and effect and understand the correlation between how you feel and various areas of your health, including activity, sleep and more, by measuring heart rate, heart rate variability, sleep, respiration rate, temperature, blood oxygen saturation, steps and calories. Movano plans to add medically validated data to its platform, which caretakers and healthcare professionals can use to help you identify and better manage the symptoms of chronic conditions.
The Movano Ring is expected to be one of the most affordable health devices on the market and will be available through a beta release in the second half of 2022.
In support of Movano's continued growth plans and as previously disclosed, the Company's Board of Directors has approved the reservation of 2,000,000 shares of common stock to be used exclusively for the grant of equity awards to individuals who were not previously employees of the Company (or following a bona fide period of non-employment), as an inducement to an individual's entry into employment with the Company within the meaning of Rule 5635(c)(4) of the NASDAQ Listing Rules.
On April 15, 2022, pursuant to the inducement award plan Movano granted inducement stock option awards covering a total of 295,000 shares of common stock to three new non-executive employees. The stock options were granted on April 15, 2022 at an exercise price of $2.54 per share. The stock options vest as follows: one-fourth vests on the first anniversary of the grant date and the balance vests in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter. The awards were approved by a majority of the independent members of the Company's Board of Directors and were granted as an inducement material to the new employees' entering into employment with the Company in accordance with NASDAQ Marketplace Rule 5635(c)(4). The Company is making this announcement as required by NASDAQ rules.
For more information on Movano, visit www.movano.com.
Founded in 2018, Movano Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE) is developing a platform to deliver purpose-driven healthcare solutions at the intersection of medtech and consumer devices. We are on a mission to empower and inspire you to live a healthier, happier life by combining vital health data with personalized intelligent feedback in stylish form factors. Movano plans to add medically validated data to its platform that caretakers and healthcare professionals can use to help you identify, treat or better manage the symptoms of chronic conditions.
This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning our expectations, anticipations, intentions, beliefs or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements are based on assumptions that we have made as of the date hereof and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, conditions and events to differ materially from those anticipated. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements we make regarding expected future operating results; product development and features, product releases, clinical trial and regulatory initiatives; our strategies, positioning and expectations for future events or performance. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are set forth in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and in our other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including under the caption "Risk Factors." Any forward-looking statement in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
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One held for opening fire during Jahangirpuri clash: Delhi Police
The Delhi Police has arrested a 28-year-old man who was seen opening fire during a clash in the citys Jahangirpuri area, officials said on Monday. He has been nabbed by the special staff of northwest district, Deputy Commissioner of Police Northwest Usha Rangnani said.Clashes broke out between two communities during a Hanuman Jayanti procession at Jahangirpuri on Saturday, in which eight police personnel and a local resident got injured.
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The Delhi Police has arrested a 28-year-old man who was seen opening fire during a clash in the city's Jahangirpuri area, officials said on Monday. The accused has been identified as Sonu alias Imam alias Yunus, a resident of C-Block in Jahangirpuri, they added.
''A video was being circulated on social media platforms on Sunday, showing a man in a blue shirt opening fire during the riots in Jahangirpuri. He has been nabbed by the special staff of northwest district,'' Deputy Commissioner of Police (Northwest) Usha Rangnani said.
Clashes broke out between two communities during a Hanuman Jayanti procession at Jahangirpuri on Saturday, in which eight police personnel and a local resident got injured.
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Veteran health media executive joins the board of directors as Movano prepares for growth and commercialization
PLEASANTON, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Movano Inc. (Nasdaq: MOVE), a purpose-driven healthcare solutions company at the intersection of medtech and consumer devices, announced the expansion of its board of directors with the addition of Nan Kirsten Forte, a thought leader within the healthcare media industry with a track record of success in marketing, partnerships, go-to-market execution, and mergers and acquisitions.
Over her 30-year career, Nan has been both an entrepreneur in successful start-ups, including iVillage Health and Medcast Networks, and an "intrapreneur" at public companies, such as Healtheon/WebMD and Everyday Health, bringing digital growth marketing and product innovation expertise to deliver outstanding marketplace results. Nan has won over 100 industry and highest awards for health journalism, patient education, pharmaceutical campaigns and ground-breaking health and wellness programs.
Nan held several senior level management positions at WebMD, including Executive Vice President Consumer Services & Chief Innovation Officer, and spent nearly 14 years leading product, marketing and content for the digital platform, helping WebMD to become the most trusted household brand of health information on the internet. As the sole female Executive Officer from 2005 to 2011, Nan spearheaded the development of WebMd's Symptom Checker, a first of its kind product designed to help people figure out what their symptoms mean and grew the WebMD audience from 1 million to over 120 million users monthly.
Currently, Nan is Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Everyday Health Group Consumer division of Ziff Davis directing Sales, Content, Product & Engineering, Marketing, Data Science and Business Development for Everyday Health, Diabetes Daily, Migraine Again, DailyOM, OMFit, Hope to Cope and Castle Connolly Top Doctors.
"Movano's mission aligns with my personal and professional goals, and the female-forward focus of the company is especially compelling to me as a woman looking for health solutions tailored to my needs. After many years of working in a male-dominated healthcare industry, the notion of putting a spotlight on women's health is not only exciting, but necessary. I'm particularly excited about the potential of the company's proprietary healthcare platform, driving innovation in the industry and empowering women of all ages to feel their best," said Forte.
Movano announced its flagship product, the Movano Ring, in December 2021. Designed for women, the Ring and its accompanying app combine vital health metrics with personalized intelligent feedback. The Ring helps you make connections between cause and effect and understand the correlation between how you feel and various areas of your health, including activity, sleep and more, by measuring heart rate, heart rate variability, sleep, respiration rate, temperature, blood oxygen saturation, steps and calories. Movano plans to add medically validated data to its platform, which caretakers and healthcare professionals can use to help you identify and better manage the symptoms of chronic conditions.
The Movano Ring is expected to be one of the most affordable health devices on the market and will be available through a beta release in the second half of 2022.
"Nan is a dynamo – she's fiercely passionate, a visionary in the healthcare space and a powerhouse when it comes to growing businesses, and we're fortunate to have her on the Movano board," said Dr. John Mastrototaro, CEO of Movano Inc. "2022 will be a year of significant growth for our company, and as we continue on the path to launching our first commercial product, the Movano Ring, it's crucial to have another strong female point of view and role model represented on our board. Nan's strategic mindset, ambitious nature, and years in the healthcare media industry will help elevate Movano to the next level."
For more information on Movano, visit www.movano.com.
Founded in 2018, Movano Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE) is developing a platform to deliver purpose-driven healthcare solutions at the intersection of medtech and consumer devices. We are on a mission to empower and inspire you to live a healthier, happier life by combining vital health data with personalized intelligent feedback in stylish form factors. Movano plans to add medically validated data to its platform that caretakers and healthcare professionals can use to help you identify and better manage the symptoms of chronic conditions.
This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning our expectations, anticipations, intentions, beliefs or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements are based on assumptions that we have made as of the date hereof and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, conditions and events to differ materially from those anticipated. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements we make regarding expected future operating results; product development and features, product releases, clinical trial and regulatory initiatives; our strategies, positioning and expectations for future events or performance. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are set forth in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and in our other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including under the caption "Risk Factors." Any forward-looking statement in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
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Victims have unbridled participatory rights in legal proceedings till culmination: SC
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The victims have “unbridled participatory rights” from the stage of investigation till the culmination of the criminal proceedings and such powers are “totally independent, incomparable” with that of the state, the Supreme Court held on Monday.
The significant observation came from the top court in its decision of setting aside the Allahabad High Court February 10 verdict granting bail to Ashish Mishra, son of Union minister Ajay Mishra, in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case.
On October 3 last year, eight people were killed in Lakhimpur Kheri during violence that erupted when farmers were protesting against Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya's visit to the area.
In a 24-page judgement, a bench comprising Chief Justice N V Ramana and Justices Surya Kant and Hima Kohli dealt in detail with the rights of the victims in criminal cases and said they are “totally independent, incomparable, and are not accessory or auxiliary to those of the state” under Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).
“A 'victim' within the meaning of CrPC cannot be asked to await the commencement of trial for asserting his/her right to participate in the proceedings. He/She has a legally vested right to be heard at every step post the occurrence of an offence. Such a 'victim' has unbridled participatory rights from the stage of investigation till the culmination of the proceedings in an appeal or revision,” Justice Surya Kant said writing the judgement for the bench.
Until recently, criminal law had been viewed on a dimensional plane wherein the courts were required to adjudicate between the accused and the State, it said, adding the 'victim', a “de facto sufferer of a crime” had no participation in the adjudicatory process and was made to sit outside the Court as a mute spectator.
“However, with the recognition that the ethos of criminal justice dispensation to prevent and punish 'crime' had surreptitiously turned its back on the 'victim', the jurisprudence with respect to the rights of victims to be heard and to participate in criminal proceedings began to positively evolve,” it said.
While deciding the plea, it framed one of the questions of whether a 'victim' as defined under CrPC is entitled to be heard at the stage of adjudication of bail application of an accused.
''The victim has a legally vested right to be heard at every step post the occurrence of an offence,'' it said, adding, ''such a 'victim' has unbridled participatory rights from the stage of investigation till the culmination of the proceedings in an appeal or revision.'' On the domestic front, recent amendments to the CrPC have recognised a victim's rights in the Indian criminal justice system and the genesis of such rights lies in a Law Commission report in which “radical recommendations' were made, it said.
“The victim's right to participate in the criminal trial and his/her right to know the status of the investigation, and take necessary steps, or to be heard at every crucial stage of the criminal proceedings, including at the time of grant or cancellation of bail, were also duly recognised by the Committee,” it said referring the report of a committee of the law panel. The legislature has thoughtfully given a wide and expansive meaning to the expression 'victim' which “means a person who has suffered any loss or injury caused by reason of the act or omission for which the accused person has been charged and the expression “victim” includes his or her guardian or legal heir, it said.
“It cannot be gainsaid that the right of a victim under the amended CrPC are substantive, enforceable, and are another facet of human rights. The victim's right, therefore, cannot be termed or construed restrictively...We reiterate that these rights are totally independent, incomparable, and are not accessory or auxiliary to those of the State under the CrPC,” it said. The presence of the state through its probe agency and the prosecutor do not mean that victims have been heard, it said.
The bench, however, clarified that the 'victim' and complainant or informant' are two distinct “connotations in criminal jurisprudence”.
“It is not always necessary that the complainant/informant is also a 'victim', for even a stranger to the act of crime can be an 'informant', and similarly, a 'victim' need not be the complainant or informant of a felony,” it said. Referring to the facts of the case, the bench said that it was constrained to express its disappointment with the manner in which the High Court has failed to acknowledge the right of the victims by not according to the hearing to them.
It is worth mentioning that, the complainant and those seeking cancellation of the bail are close relatives of the farmers who have lost their lives in the incident, it said, adding that the stand that the lawyers of the 'victims' had got disconnected from the online proceedings in the high court has not been assailed.
“We, therefore, answer the question (on the right to be heard) ...in the affirmative, and hold that in the present case, the 'victims' have been denied a fair and effective hearing at the time of granting bail to the Respondent Accused,” it said.
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The Non-Fungible-Testicles NFTs, designed in collaboration with MISHKA NYC will be available on April 26th.
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NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help spread awareness around Testicular Cancer Awareness Month this April, men's health charity Movember, will launch the world's first NFT (Non-Fungible Token) that could save a life.
Designed by art collective MISHKA NYC, in collaboration with MRM New York, the Non-Fungible-Testicles NFT project aims to create awareness around the risk of testicular cancer, providing users with the reminders to check themselves.
Here's how it works: Each NFT will evolve depending on how much you 'check in' on it. Owners will be rewarded for becoming familiar with their Non-Fungible Testicles, in the same way they should check their real testicles. Regular self-checks enable men to get to know what's normal for them, so they can act quickly if something changes.
The more you check on your NFT, the more unique traits you can add to your Non-Fungible-Testicle, ultimately making it more rare. Those who forget to check will lose these traits over time.
"This has to be one of the coolest and most appropriate projects for our brand. For years, MISHKA NYC has been known to push the boundaries on art, illustration, and graphic design. Fresh off our NFT derivative project the 'Keep Watch Crew' we have also solidified ourselves as members of the web 3 community and couldn't be more happy to create some balls! Trying to balance the cute but edgy, fun but not gross was a little tough at first, but with the help of my designer Mike Jones we were able to come up with something that reflects both brands perfectly while allowing us to spread the important message of self care for men, " said MISHKA NYC.
"Non-Fungible-Testicles is a fun way to remind people of a very simple action to avoid or identify a possibility of testicular cancer. The gamification also reminds us the more often we check in, the healthier our Non-Fungible testicles get while making the pair more valuable," said Harsh Kapadia, Chief Creative Officer, MRM New York.
The Non-Fungible-Testicles NFTs will launch on the Solana blockchain on April 26 at 3PM EST , as a play to earn NFT PFP games designed to encourage young men to check themselves while raising funds for vital cancer research.
"The dynamic nature of NFTs and blockchain technology allows for new fun and innovative ways to reach men and encourage behavior change," said Dan Cooper, Director of Innovation at Movember.
Details of how to mint and support the Non-Fungible-Testicles will be released in Movember's official NFT Discord, Twitter and nonfungibletesticles.io. Check often for updates and details.
Proceeds from the sale and resale of the NFTs will support testicular cancer research, namely the multi-national TIGER trial which has been designed to determine which therapy works best for men who've been treated for testicular cancer, but in whom the cancer has returned.
Testicular Cancer is the most common cancer in young men, but the good news is, survival rates are high if the disease is caught early. However, Movember research has shown that more than half of men aged between 18-34 worldwide didn't know they were in the age group most at risk. Nearly two thirds (62 per cent) of this group didn't know how to carry out a self-examination.
For information on how to check yourself for testicular cancer, visit movember.com/knowthynuts.
About Movember
Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men's health on a global scale, focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. The charity raises funds to deliver innovative, breakthrough research and support programmes that enable men to live happier, healthier and longer lives. Committed to disrupting the status quo, millions have joined the movement, helping fund over 1,250 projects around the world.
In addition to tackling key health issues faced by men, Movember is working to encourage men to stay healthy in all areas of their life, with a focus on men staying socially connected and becoming more open to discussing their health and significant moments in their lives. The charity's vision is to have an everlasting impact on the face of men's health. To donate or learn more, please visit movember.com.
About MRM
MRM creatively engineers total human experiences. Through purposeful, dynamic intersections between consulting, creative, technology, data sciences and commerce, MRM operates in a borderless, integrated way, to allow for greater collaboration, connections and velocity — all to the service of helping businesses grow meaningful relationships with people. MRM is part of McCann Worldgroup and the Interpublic Group of companies (NYSE: IPG) and spans 35 offices across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.mrm.com.
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WRAPUP 8-Ukraine says first civilians killed in Lviv, fighters cling on in Mariupol
Ukrainian authorities said a Russian missile attack killed seven people in Lviv on Monday, the first civilian victims in the western city, while its forces were preventing Russia from taking full control of the port city of Mariupol in the east where the situation was "extremely difficult". Lviv governor Maksym Kozytskyy said preliminary reports suggested four hits on Lviv, which is just 60 km (40 miles) from the Polish border -- three strikes on warehouses that are not currently being used by the military, and another on a car service station.
Ukrainian authorities said a Russian missile attack killed seven people in Lviv on Monday, the first civilian victims in the western city, while its forces were preventing Russia from taking full control of the port city of Mariupol in the east where the situation was "extremely difficult".
Lviv governor Maksym Kozytskyy said preliminary reports suggested four hits on Lviv, which is just 60 km (40 miles) from the Polish border -- three strikes on warehouses that are not currently being used by the military, and another on a car service station. "It was a barbaric strike at a service station, it's a completely civilian facility," he told a news conference.
Andriy Sadoviy, mayor of Lviv, said the youngest victim among the seven killed was aged 30. The blast also wounded 11 and shattered windows of a hotel housing Ukrainians evacuated from elsewhere in the country, he added. "Seven peaceful people had plans for life, but today their life stopped," the mayor said.
Russia denies targeting civilians in what it calls a special operation to demilitarise Ukraine and eradicate what it calls dangerous nationalists. It rejects what Ukraine says is evidence of atrocities and says Ukraine has staged them to undermine peace talks. Western capitals and Kyiv accuse Russian President Vladimir Putin of unprovoked aggression.
Russia's defence ministry said it had hit hundreds of military targets in Ukraine overnight. It said it had destroyed 16 Ukrainian military facilities in the Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions and in the port of Mykolayiv, in the south and east of the country, with air-launched missiles. It added that the Russian air force had launched strikes against 108 areas where Ukrainian forces were concentrated and Russian artillery struck 315 Ukrainian military targets.
Driven back by Ukrainian resistance in the north, Moscow has refocused its ground offensive in the two eastern provinces known as the Donbas, while launching long-distance strikes at other targets, including the capital, Kyiv. It is now trying to take full control of Mariupol, which has been besieged for weeks and which would be a huge strategic prize, linking territory held by pro-Russian separatists in the east with the Crimea region Moscow annexed in 2014.
The Office of the UN High Commissioner said on Monday that the civilian death toll from the war in Ukraine had surpassed 2,000, reaching 2,072 as of midnight on 17 April from the start of the Russian invasion on Feb. 24. BATTLE FOR MARIUPOL
The situation in Ukraine's besieged southeastern port city of Mariupol is "extremely difficult" but the city has not been taken under full control by Russian forces, a spokesman for Ukraine's defence ministry said on Monday. Spokesman Oleksandr Motuzyanyk also said that bombing runs by Russian military aircraft had increased of late by over 50% and that Ukraine's infrastructure had come in for increased targeting.
Ukraine called for Russia to facilitate a humanitarian corridor for evacuees from Mariupol and one from the steel plant that is the city's last significant area of Ukrainian resistance. "We demand an urgent humanitarian corridor from the territory of the Azovstal plant for women, children and other civilians," Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk said in a post on the Telegram messaging service.
The Azovstal steelworks are one of Europe's biggest metallurgical plants, covering more than 11 sq km (4.25 sq miles) and overlooking the Sea of Azov. Video and audio footage showed explosions rumbling and smoke rising from the Azovstal steelworks, which contain myriad buildings, blast furnaces and rail tracks.
Mariupol city hall posted on its Telegram account a letter to Pope Francis from Major Serhiy Volyna, commander of Ukraine's 36th marine brigade which is still fighting in the city, and appealing for help. "I don't have much time to describe all the horrors that I see here every day. Women with children and babies live in bunkers at the (Azovstal) plant. In hunger and cold. Every day under the gunpoint of enemy aircraft. Every day the wounded die because there are no medications. No water, no food... Help save them."
Two captured British men who fought with Ukrainian forces in Mariupol appeared on Russian state TV on Monday and asked to be exchanged for pro-Russian politician Viktor Medvedchuk who is being held by Ukrainian authorities. It was unclear how freely the two men - Shaun Pinner and Aiden Aslin - were able to talk.
Medvedchuk, meanwhile, was shown in a video released by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service asking to be swapped for the defenders of Mariupol and citizens struggling to leave. It was also unclear how freely Medvedchuk was speaking. On the streets of Mariupol, small groups of bodies were lined up under colourful blankets, surrounded by shredded trees and scorched buildings.
Residents, some pushing bicycles, picked their way around destroyed tanks and civilian vehicles while Russian soldiers checked the documents of motorists. On the eve of the war, Mariupol was the biggest city still held by Ukrainian authorities in the Donbas, which Moscow has demanded that Ukraine cede to pro-Russian separatists.
Taking Mariupol would unite Russian forces on two of the main axes of the invasion, and free them up to join an expected new offensive against the main Ukrainian force in the east. About 4 million Ukrainians have fled the country, cities have been shattered and thousands have died since the start of the invasion on Feb. 24.
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HERZLIYA, Israel, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nayax Ltd. (TASE: NYAX), a global commerce enablement and payments platform designed to help merchants scale their business, today announced that Yair Nechmad, co-founder and chief executive officer and Sagit Manor, chief financial officer, will virtually participate in a moderated discussion hosted by Canaccord Genuity on April 26, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
A live webcast and archive of the webcast will be available by using this link below: https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/2332/45265
About Nayax
Nayax is a global commerce enablement and payments platform designed to help merchants scale their business. Nayax offers a complete solution including localized cashless payment acceptance, management suite, and consumer engagement tools, enabling merchants to conduct commerce anywhere, at any time. With foundations and global leadership in serving unattended retail, Nayax has transformed into a comprehensive solution focused on our customers' growth across multiple channels. Today, Nayax has 8 global offices, over 550 employees, connections to more than 80 merchant acquirers and payment method integrations and is a recognized payment facilitator worldwide. Nayax's mission is to improve our customers' revenue potential and operational efficiency. For more information, please visit www.nayax.com.
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Jahangirpuri violence: Police custody of two key accused extended by 2 days
A Delhi court on Monday extended the police custody of two prime accused in the Jahangirpuri violence case. On the other hand, four other fresh accused of the incident have been sent to judicial custody.
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A Delhi court on Monday extended the police custody of two prime accused in the Jahangirpuri violence case. On the other hand, four other fresh accused of the incident have been sent to judicial custody. Two key accused - Aslam and Ansar - were produced before Rohini court on Sunday, which sent them to one-day police custody till Monday. They were again produced before the court on Monday along with four others accused of the violent clashes.
The four others accused in the case have been sent to 14 days of judicial custody. A day ago, during submission before the court, Delhi Police alleged that the main accused - Ansar and Aslam - got to know about the 'Shobha Yatra' on April 15 and then they built up this "conspiracy." Delhi Police also said, "We have to go through the CCTV footage, and identify others involved in this case."
A total of 14 accused in the case were produced before the Rohini court on Sunday. Of these, two were Ansar and Aslam while the remaining 12 accused, produced before the court, were sent to judicial custody for 14 days. A total of 22 people have been arrested and two juveniles apprehended in connection with the incident in which nine people, including eight police personnel and a civilian, were injured.
Earlier, an altercation between two groups erupted during a religious procession in Delhi's Jahangirpuri on April 16 that left nine people injured including eight police personnel and a civilian. (ANI)
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EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NeuroOne Medical Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: NMTC) ("NeuroOne" or the "Company"), a medical technology company focused on improving surgical care options and outcomes for patients suffering from neurological disorders, today announced that it will present at NobleCon18, Noble Capital Markets' 18th Annual Investor Conference being held April 19-21, 2022.
NeuroOne Chief Executive Officer Dave Rosa will discuss the Company's focus on the development and commercialization of minimally invasive and high-definition/high-precision solutions for epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, dystonia, essential tremors, and chronic pain due to failed back surgeries. These solutions include electrodes that have the potential to reduce the number of hospitalizations and surgical procedures, and reduce costs, while improving patient outcomes due to their potential for offering combination diagnostic and therapeutic functions such as EEG recording and tissue ablation and/or chronic stimulation.
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EOW files charges against Singapore firm's management for trying to grab edu society's land
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The Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing has filed a charge sheet against the promoters of a Mumbai-based fashion design institute, which is run by a Singaporean conglomerate, for allegedly attempting to grab an educational society's land and buildings worth Rs 100 crore in Noida.
Besides this, Raffles Design International's promoters are also accused of hatching a ''criminal conspiracy'' to defame the Educomp Group in India, according to the charge sheet.
It tried to defame the educational group by lodging false complaints, based on fabricated evidence, with the Prime Minister's Office, the Central Vigilance Commissioner, the Serious Fraud Investigation Office and the Central Bureau of Investigation, it stated.
The promoters of the Mumbai-based institute also planted false evidence, and motivated and false stories in the media to defame Educomp, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) mentioned in the charge sheet filed in a Delhi court last week.
The EOW has booked Chew Hua Seng, chairman of Raffles Education Corporation Ltd that runs the design institute, his wife Doris Chung, his son Chew Han Wei, John Tham, Cheng Lok Teo, How Teck Lim, Hui Tin Gan, and Jun He, all Singaporean nationals of Chinese origin, along with the corporation's India representative Saurabh Sharma.
Except Sharma, all the others are part of the top management of the corporation, the charge sheet mentioned.
They have been booked under Indian Penal Code sections 465 (forgery), 469 (harming reputation by forgery), 471 (fraudulently or dishonestly using forged documents as genuine) and 506 (criminal intimidation), it stated.
On the land grabbing attempt, the charge sheet stated that the promoters ''criminally conspired and forged documents to be members of the Jai Radha Raman Education Society (JRRES), which runs the JRE Group of Institutions in Knowledge Park 4, Greater Noida, and tried to grab the assets of the society by removing its existing members illegally''.
''JRRES owns 44 acres of land and building constructed on it, worth around Rs 100 crore. The Singapore firm was trying to grab the ownership of the assets under JRRES by hiding their commercial interests and their relationship with Raffles,'' the charge sheet stated.
A trustee of Delhi-based Learning Leadership Foundation (LLF), and a member of the Richmond Education Society (RES) had filed a complaint on the defamation and attempt to grab land matters with the Tis Hazari Chief Metropolitan Magistrate in 2019 and it was forwarded to the EOW for suitable action.
Achint Singh Gyani, the lawyer appearing for LLF, said the court is expected to take cognisance of the charge sheet on April 29.
The charge sheet also confirmed ''theft of electronic data, forging of ledgers and fabrication of false evidences by using illegally acquired documents from both LLF and RES''. ''These false and fabricated evidence were used for criminal intimidation and to blackmail the members of both these societies and JRRES, which is closely associated to the other two Indian firms, by Raffles for achieving their malicious motive of grabbing the land and building belongs to JRRES,'' it stated.
''In addition to achieve the end of extortion, Raffles conspired with certain public servants to start criminal proceedings against the members of JRRES,'' it stated.
Shantanu Prakash, the promoter of Educomp Solutions Ltd, is the president of JRRES and the managing trustee of LLF.
According to the charge sheet, the Singapore-based corporation was trying to remove Prakash and other members of the JRRES as his company Educomp’s joint venture with Raffles to run fashion design colleges and distant learning centres in India ended in dispute and legal battles.
In 2015, Raffles Education Corporation Ltd attempted to take control of JRRES by initiating arbitration proceedings before the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) and sought the removal of existing members of the JRRES and appointment of nominees of Raffles. However, in 2017, SIAC refused to order the removal of the existing members.
In 2016, the registrar of the companies (RoC) in Delhi observed that while seeking membership, eight members of the JRRES, who were Singapore citizens, hid the fact that they were working on behalf of the Raffles group of companies, and they had implicit commercial interests. The RoC had directed these members to comply with the memorandum and the regulations of the JRRES that they had no claim over the assets or the profit by the virtue of the membership.
''Having lost the legal battle in Singapore and reprimanded in India, the top management of Raffles group hatched a criminal conspiracy to defame Educomp in India by forging false evidences and motivated false stories in media,'' the charge sheet stated.
he Singapore firm started blackmailing members with forged documents of LLF and RES, and threatened Prakash and asked him to step down from the position of president of JRRES, the charge sheet stated.
In 2016, Raffles was in news for closing down its premium fashion designing colleges in Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad and Chennai, leaving students in lurch.
Meanwhile, in another development, Raffles directors including the chairman Chew Hua Seng, his wife Doris Chung and four others were arrested by the Singapore Commercial Affairs Department (CAD) last month in relation to certain irregularities of a loan taken from Malaysia-based Affin Bank.
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The ultimate munchie fix from TGI Fridays is available exclusively through Uber Eats. Enjoy $4 off $20 at TGI Fridays orders through Uber Eats on 4/20*.
DALLAS, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TGI Fridays is burning up the munchie game on 4/20 with an all-new bundle to satisfy even the highest of craving. For a limited time only, fans can chill out and get the Blazed & Glazed Bundle from TGI Fridays rolled straight to their door via Uber Eats delivery, featuring a bundle of mouthwatering must-haves and an all-new blazed extension of the legendary TGI Fridays Whiskey-Glaze sauce.
The ultimate cure for your munchies, the Blazed & Glazed Bundle features three of TGI Fridays all-new Chicken Slammers, snackable crispy chicken finger sliders tossed in the new Whiskey-Glaze Blaze sauce, tucked into mini New England rolls and drizzled with spicy aioli and sesame seasoning. The bundle also packs a side of seasoned fries loaded with queso, mixed cheese, bacon and green onions and serves as the perfect pairing for any buds.
Available exclusively for delivery, the Blazed & Glazed Bundle is available on Uber Eats April 20 – May 4. On April 20, fans can take advantage of $4 off $20 TGI Fridays purchase on Uber Eats*.
"Our guests are looking to satisfy that TGI Fridays crave, especially on 4/20, and our limited-time Blazed & Glazed Bundle is the perfect must-have munchie fix," said Sara Bittorf, Chief Experience Officer at TGI Fridays. "This bundle features one of our new delicious menu additions at TGI Fridays, our Chicken Slammers, along with a special limited-time blazed version that adds the perfect amount of heat to our legendary Whiskey-Glaze sauce."
While the Blazed & Glazed Bundle is available for a limited-time only, TGI Fridays Chicken Slammers are lighting up TGI Fridays menus nationwide. TGI Fridays Chicken Slammers Boards come in a variety of combinations, including Whiskey-Glazed Chicken Slammer Board paired with two 2-bone cut Whiskey-Glazed Big Ribs, coleslaw and seasoned fries; Buffalo Chicken Slammer Board tossed in Frank's RedHot® Buffalo sauce with ranch, diced celery and crumbled blue cheese and paired with four Boneless Buffalo Wings, coleslaw and seasoned fries; and Italian Chicken Slammer Board with Garlic Parmesan sauce with marinara and Parmesan-Romano cheese and paired with four Mozzarella Sticks, coleslaw and seasoned fries.
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New Delhi, Apr 18 (PTI) Following is the timeline of events in the case in which the Supreme Court on Monday cancelled the bail granted by the Allahabad High Court to Ashish Mishra, son of Union minister Ajay Mishra, in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case and asked him to surrender in a week.
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Following is the timeline of events in the case in which the Supreme Court on Monday cancelled the bail granted by the Allahabad High Court to Ashish Mishra, son of Union minister Ajay Mishra, in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case and asked him to surrender in a week.
-Oct 3, 2021: Eight people were killed in Lakhimpur Kheri during violence that erupted when farmers were protesting against Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya's visit to the area. -Oct 5, 2021: PIL filed in SC expressing serious concerns regarding the fairness of the investigation into the incidents -Oct 20, 2021: SC comes down hard on the Uttar Pradesh government for its ongoing probe into the case, saying it thought police are dragging feet and they are required to dispel that impression and ensure recording of statements of witnesses before magistrates and their protection.
-Oct 26, 2021: SC directs the Uttar Pradesh government to give protection to the witnesses of Lakhimpur Kheri violence and find more eye-witnesses as such testimonies are more credible.
-Nov 17, 2021: SC appoints Justice Rakesh Kumar Jain, former judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, to monitor the probe by Uttar Pradesh SIT.
-Feb 10, 2022: Lucknow Bench of Allahabad HC grants regular bail to Ashish and opined that the present case was one of “accident by hitting with the vehicle”.
-Feb 21, 2022: Plea been filed in SC challenging grant of bail by the Allahabad High Court to Ashish.
-Mar 4, 2022: SC agrees to hear the plea challenging the grant of bail by the Allahabad HC to Ashish Mishra.
-Mar 29, 2022: UP govt tells SC that decision to challenge the grant of bail to Ashish Mishra is pending consideration before the relevant authorities.
-Apr 4, 2022: SC raises questions over High Court verdict granting bail to Ashish saying unnecessary details like post mortem report, nature of wounds should not have gone into when the trial was yet to commence and reserves order.
-Apr 18, 2022: SC cancels bail granted by the Allahabad High Court to Ashish and asks him to surrender in a week's time.
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HAMPTON, Va., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The people of NASA's Langley Research Center build on a proud legacy of innovation and technical excellence as they discover solutions that shape a better world for all. Langley's new Measurement Systems Laboratory, or MSL, is a powerful new resource that accelerates their efforts and deepens their impact. The building officially opens Thursday, May 21, with a ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration.
Prior to the ceremony, media will tour the 175,000 square foot facility and view cutting edge labs and other features.
The ceremony itself will feature remarks from General Services Administration's Acting Regional Director for the Mid-Atlantic region, Joanna Rosato, Langley Center Director Clayton Turner, Del. Jeion Ward of Virginia's 92nd house district, and a pre-recorded message from Sen. Tim Kaine.
Immediately following the ceremony, media will have an opportunity to ask questions.
Media interested in covering the tour and ceremony should contact April Phillips at April.k.phillips@nasa.gov or at 757-309-2916 by noon Wednesday, May 20th.
Media will meet at NASA Langley's Badge and Pass Office no later than 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 21. Tours will begin at 9:45 a.m., followed by the ceremony at 11 a.m., and media availability at 12 p.m.
Information about the Measurement Systems Laboratory:
- Work at the Measurement Systems Laboratory will accelerate a host of Langley projects in aeronautics, space exploration and Earth science.
- Sensor and antenna technologies developed at the MSL will be vital to advances needed to make revolutionary ideas like personal air vehicles and Advanced Air Mobility — possible.
- Experiments with laser testing technologies in the MSL will help NASA improve Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) computer models of aerodynamic flow and heating which will, in turn, speed the development of new, more capable air and space vehicles.
- New sensors developed at the MSL will help to improve the safety and efficiency of commercial aviation.
- Refining lidar sensing techniques and technologies will benefit Entry, Descent and Landing concepts for Moon and Mars exploration. The MSL will assist in creating instruments that can draw 3D maps of surface terrain, helping spacecraft navigate to a safe landing on remote worlds.
- By improving lidar sensing techniques, Langley researchers in the MSL will help create instruments that will make new, expansive measurements of wind, clouds, dust, and smoke. This will expand understanding of Earth's atmosphere, weather, and climate.
- Sensors and instruments developed for continuous space observation of Earth's air quality will help scientists monitor pollution on a regional and global scale.
- Advanced sensors and instruments developed in the MSL will help NASA create spacecraft and habitats that sense and respond to the dynamic space environment — keeping astronauts safe on long missions.
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Man with knife confronts London police, is arrested
British police say a 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after he confronted military police in central London with a knife.
The Metropolitan Police force says no one was injured in the Monday morning incident, which is not being treated as terrorism.
Police say a man armed with a knife confronted two Ministry of Defense Police officers at Horse Guards Parade, a military parade ground surrounded by government buildings that is close to Parliament and the prime minister's official residence.
Police officers used a Taser and restrained the suspect, the force said. He was being held at a London police station on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon.
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- New data on COVID-19 Influenza combination vaccine and seasonal influenza vaccine to be presented at World Vaccine Congress
- Several abstracts and presentations slated to highlight updates on NVX-CoV2373, Novavax' COVID-19 vaccine
GAITHERSBURG, Md., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, will provide a first look at data from its COVID-19 influenza combination vaccine and seasonal influenza vaccine trials, at the World Vaccine Congress (WVC) in Washington, DC, April 18 - 21, 2022. In addition, the latest data on its protein-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate, NVX-CoV2373, will be presented at both WVC and the 32nd European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ECCMID) in in Lisbon, Portugal, April 23 - 26, 2022. Data from eight abstracts and presentations, including four oral presentations, will be presented across the two congresses.
Gregory M. Glenn, M.D., President, Research and Development, Novavax, said: "Our presence at these two leading industry conferences shows our ongoing commitment to addressing COVID-19, and the advances we have made towards a next-generation influenza vaccine. We look forward to sharing these updates that further demonstrate the potential for our platform."
Key Novavax presentations during WVC:
*NanoFlu identifies a recombinant hemagglutinin (HA) protein nanoparticle influenza vaccine candidate produced by Novavax. This investigational candidate was evaluated during a controlled phase 3 trial conducted during the 2019-2020 influenza season.
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For more information or to register, visit the World Vaccine Congress Washington 2022 and the 32nd European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases websites.
About Novavax
Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) is a biotechnology company that promotes improved health globally through the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. The company's proprietary recombinant technology platform harnesses the power and speed of genetic engineering to efficiently produce highly immunogenic nanoparticles designed to address urgent global health needs. NVX-CoV2373, the company's COVID-19 vaccine, has received conditional authorization from multiple regulatory authorities globally, including the European Commission and the World Health Organization. The vaccine is also under review by multiple regulatory agencies worldwide. In addition to its COVID-19 vaccine, Novavax is also currently evaluating a COVID-seasonal influenza combination vaccine in a Phase 1/2 clinical trial, which combines NVX-CoV2373 and its quadrivalent influenza investigational vaccine candidate, previously referred to as NanoFlu. These vaccine candidates incorporate Novavax' proprietary saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies.
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Coins worth Rs 11 crore missing from SBI vaults; CBI takes over investigation
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The CBI has taken over the probe into the case of coins worth Rs 11 crore going missing from the vaults of the SBI branch in Mehandipur Balaji in Rajasthan, officials said on Monday.
State Bank of India (SBI) had approached the Rajasthan High Court seeking a CBI probe into the matter as the missing amount was higher than Rs 3 crore, the threshold for seeking a probe by the agency.
On the high court's directions, the CBI has taken over the FIR earlier registered by the Rajasthan Police.
The matter came to light after the SBI branch decided to carry out counting of money after a preliminary enquiry indicated discrepancy in the cash reserve at the bank.
A Jaipiur-based private vendor was roped in to carry out the counting of coins worth over Rs 13 crore, according to branch account books.
The counting revealed that over Rs 11 crore worth of coins were missing from the branch.
Only 3,000 coin bags carrying about Rs 2 crore could be accounted for and were transferred to the RBI's coin holding branch. It is also alleged that the employees of the private vendor who was doing the counting were threatened in the night on August 10, 2021 at the guesthouse where they were staying and were asked to refrain from the counting, the FIR has alleged.
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- SimpleVenue and Vegan Warrior Project to Launch New Plant-Based Sushi Restaurant Concept in Manhattan April 30
- The Team Behind Sushi by Bou Launches a Vegan, Japanese-Inspired Omakase Dining Experience
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omakaseed at Plant Bar, a plant-based omakase dining experience set to open in New York City's NoMad neighborhood on April 30, will bring global flavors and fresh plant-based ingredients to New Yorkers and visitors from around the world. The unique dining experience is launched in partnership with SimpleVenue, an experiential agency connecting food and beverage concepts with world class venues, and Vegan Warrior Project, an organization that helps restaurants maximize their kitchen capacity by connecting them to plant-based delivery concepts. The Japanese-inspired service will feature an eight-seat sushi bar with five seatings per night, and an omakase menu curated by the Chef based on seasonal, fresh ingredients.
This fresh take on plant-based dining is led by Executive Chef Roberto Romero, an experienced Michelin star chef with a passion for plant-based culinary innovation. At opening, guests can experience dishes such as Vegan Nigiri, Miso Soup, Potato Matcha Soup, Sunomo Style Pulled Oyster Mushroom Salad, Watermelon Tuna with Pickled Kelp and additional plant-based Japanese-inspired courses. The cocktail menu will feature specialty cocktails incorporating fresh fruits and vegetables including: Feel the Beet, Practice What you Peach, Who's Your Edamame, Green Goddess and Mint to Be.
"Following the success of Sushi by Bou, we are thrilled to launch Omakaseed in partnership with the Vegan Warrior Project," said Erika London, President at SimpleVenue. "Our passion is showcasing the incredible flavors provided by the earth through our plant-based dishes, and Omakaseed will be a pioneering concept in the vegan food scene with an intimate setting."
"Each omakase course will incorporate eclectic global flavors," said Chef Jorge Pineda, Chef at Omakaseed and Executive Chef at the Vegan Warrior Project. "Our menu is carefully curated week by week based on what's seasonally available and at its peak flavor profile, giving our guests a dining experience that uncovers the complexities of each vegan sushi course, completely transforming the vegan sushi concept."
The intimate omakase bar is limited to 8 seats, with seating priced at $85 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity). Dinner omakase seatings will be open from Wednesday to Saturday from 5:30PM – 10:30PM, with the last seating on Saturdays at 11:30PM. Omakase at Plant Bar is located inside Plant Bar at 1204 Broadway, New York, NY 10001.
For more information and to book reservations, please visit www.omakaseed.com.
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Omakaseed brings experiential dining and a unique flair for service to a vastly underserved market within the plant-based community. With a focus on Japanese-inspired vegan omakase, Omakaseed seeks to continue the mission of the team behind Sushi By Bou, bringing Omakase Style service to the masses, including vegans and vegetarians. We focus on natural, minimally processed ingredients, and highlighting seasonal and local produce. Omakaseed puts an emphasis on conscious cuisine, and expanding the palettes of all who join us, vegan or not.
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SimpleVenue is an NYC-based hospitality group, led by restaurateurs Michael Sinensky and Erika London, which specializes in micro restaurants and in bringing incredible concepts to underutilized spaces. With over 15 years of experience, SimpleVenue brings an elegant and new age touch to a classic take on the old school Sushi Counter. Sushi by Bou and sister brand Sushi Suite currently have locations inside Sanctuary Hotel in Times Square, both in the lobby and inside of a hotel room at Hotel 3232 in Nomad, Hotel Lincoln and Claridge House in Chicago, the Marriott Residence Inn at Pompano Beach and Salt7 Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale. Simple Venue connects experiential food and beverage concepts with world-class venues to transform underutilized real estate into revenue-generating spaces. For more information, visit sushibybou.com or email info@sushibybou.com.
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Vegan Warrior Project (VWP) is a NYC plant-based Food, Technology & Marketing organization, co-founded in 2020 and led by digital marketing and technology veteran Ross Glick, former CEO of iNDELIBLE Media. VeganWarriorProject aims to help struggling independent restaurant owners everywhere optimize and maximize their untapped kitchen capacity to create more profits for both the independent restaurant owner and VWP. VeganWarriorProject is helping and aggregating 1000's of independent restaurants to create the 1st nationwide Plant Based Kitchen Fulfillment Partnership ('KFP') Network to support its geographic expansion for its wholly owned vegan delivery brands www.VistroBurger.com & www.PurpleThai.com. Both brands are currently available for delivery in NYC, from its flagship KFP Plant Bar NYC : Nomad. The culinary team at VeganWarriorProject is led by chefs Jorge Pineda & Angel Ramos from the legendary Manhattan vegan restaurants Candle79 and Candle Café. SimpleVenue, a NYC-based hospitality group, led by restaurateurs Michael Sinensky and Erika London, specializes in micro restaurants and in bringing incredible concepts to underutilized spaces for 15+ years is a strategic investor and a co-founder at VWP. For more information, visit www.veganwarriorproject.com or www.plantbarnyc.com or email info@veganwarriorproject.com.
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Lakhimpur case: SC cancels bail granted to Ashish Mishra; "tearing hurry" shown by Allahabad HC with a "myopic view" of evidence
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The Supreme Court on Monday cancelled the bail granted to Union minister Ajay Mishra's son Ashish Mishra in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case and asked him to surrender in a week, observing the Allahabad High Court had shown ''tearing hurry'' in giving relief and adopted a “myopic view of the evidence''.
The top court also said the 'victims' were denied “a fair and effective hearing” in the high court, noting that a 'victim' has unbridled participatory rights from the stage of investigation till the culmination of the proceedings in an appeal or revision.
Holding that the high court order cannot be sustained and deserved to be set aside, the top court termed the Lakhimpur Kheri incident, if true as per allegations, as ''an awakening call'' to the state authorities to reinforce adequate protection for the life, liberty, and properties of the eye/injured witnesses, as well as for the families of the deceased.
While the Congress attacked the government after the verdict and asked when will Prime Minister Narendra Modi sack Ajay Mishra, the Union Minister of State for Home, the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait said the court decision has given hope of justice to farmers.
On October 3 last year, eight people were killed in Lakhimpur Kheri during the violence that erupted when farmers were protesting against Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya's visit to the area.
Four farmers were mowed down by an SUV, in which Ashish Mishra was seated, according to the UP Police FIR. Following the incident, the driver and two BJP workers were allegedly lynched by angry farmers.
A journalist also died in the violence that had triggered outrage among opposition parties and farmer groups agitating over the Centre's now-repealed agricultural reform laws ahead of the Assembly polls in Uttar Pradesh and four other states.
Family members of the deceased farmers had challenged the February 10 order of a single-judge bench of the high court giving bail to Ashish Mishra, who had spent four months in custody. Ashish Mishra is the main accused in the case, The top court dealt in detail with the rights of victims in criminal cases and said they are “totally independent, incomparable, and are not accessory or auxiliary to those of the state” under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).
“We are, thus, of the view that this court on account of the factors like (i) irrelevant considerations having impacted the impugned order granting bail; (ii) the High Court exceeding its jurisdiction by touching upon the merits of the case; (iii) denial of victims' right to participate in the proceedings; and (iv) the tearing hurry shown by the High Court in entertaining or granting bail to the respondent/accused; can rightfully cancel the bail, without depriving the Respondent-Accused (Mishra) of his legitimate right to seek enlargement on bail on relevant considerations,” said a bench of Chief Justice N V Ramana and justices Surya Kant and Hima Kohli.
Writing the 24-page judgement, Justice Surya Kant asked the high court to decide the bail plea of the accused within a period of three months and held the presence of 'state' in the bail proceedings “does not tantamount to according a hearing to a 'victim' of the crime”.
It took note of the submissions of victims that they were not heard in the high court as the video connection of their lawyer was lost and said, “we are constrained to express our disappointment with the manner in which the high court failed to acknowledge the right of the victims.” The verdict considered questions including whether a 'victim', as defined in the CrPC, is entitled to be heard at the stage of adjudication of bail application of an accused.
It also dealt with the issue whether high court overlooked relevant considerations while granting bail to Mishra and if so, should the apex court interfere.
Analysing the submissions, the court said until recently, criminal law had been viewed on a dimensional plane in which courts were required to adjudicate between the accused and the state and the 'victim' had no participation in adjudicatory process and ''was made to sit outside the Court as a mute spectator''.
The verdict then noted the evolution in law and said, ''a 'victim' within the meaning of CrPC cannot be asked to await the commencement of trial for asserting his/her right to participate in the proceedings. ''The victim has a legally vested right to be heard at every step post the occurrence of an offence.'' On the first issue, it answered in the affirmative, and held that in the present case, the 'victims' have been denied a fair and effective hearing at the time of granting bail to the accused.
''It cannot be gainsaid that the right of a victim under the amended Cr.P.C. are substantive, enforceable, and are another facet of human rights. The victim's right, therefore, cannot be termed or construed restrictively like a brutum fulmen(empty threat),'' it said, adding such rights are ''totally independent'' of the State.
The verdict said that while deciding the bail plea, a court ''should refrain from evaluating or undertaking a detailed assessment of evidence, as the same is not a relevant consideration at the threshold stage.'' A court may examine prima facie issues, including any reasonable grounds whether the accused committed an offence or the severity of the offence itself, an extensive consideration of merits which has the potential to prejudice either the case of the prosecution or the defence, is undesirable, it added.
''Instead of looking into aspects such as the nature and gravity of the offence; severity of the punishment in the event of conviction; circumstances which are peculiar to the accused or victims; likelihood of the accused fleeing; likelihood of tampering with the evidence and witnesses and the impact that his release may have on the trial and the society at large; the high court has adopted a myopic view of the evidence on the record and proceeded to decide the case on merits.'' The high court had granted bail to Mishra after taking note of the submissions including that the FIR, which alleged fire arm injuries caused by the accused, was not corroborated by the forensic evidence and the post-mortem report.
''The High Court has taken into account several irrelevant considerations, whilst simultaneously ignoring judicial precedents and established parameters for grant of bail. It has been ruled on numerous occasions that a FIR cannot be treated as an encyclopaedia of events...,'' the top court said.
While allegations in the FIR that the accused used his firearm and the subsequent post mortem and injury reports may have some limited bearing, there was no legal necessity to give undue weightage to the same, it said, adding that observations of high court may have bearings on the trial.
It referred to the court's job to ensure that neither the right of an accused to seek bail pending trial is expropriated, nor the 'victim' or the state are denuded of their right to oppose such a prayer.
The top court then remanded the bail plea of the accused for fresh consideration ''in a fair, impartial and dispassionate manner, and keeping in view the settled parameters''.
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New Delhi, Apr 18 (PTI) Following is the timeline of events in the case in which the Supreme Court on Monday cancelled the bail granted by the Allahabad High Court to Ashish Mishra, son of Union minister Ajay Mishra, in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case and asked him to surrender in a week. | https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/law-order/2007419-lakhimpur-case-sc-cancels-bail-granted-to-ashish-mishra-tearing-hurry-shown-by-allahabad-hc-with-a-myopic-view-of-evidence | 2022-04-18T14:38:43 | en | 0.964491 |
New station added to Pandora's Country lineup
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora today announced the launch of a new station, Country Grit.
The late, great Harlan Howard once described country music as "three chords and the truth," and there's a new wave of the genre that may add a few chords but takes authenticity to a new, unapologetic level. Pandora's brand-new Country Grit station, launching today, was born from the undeniable popularity of rock-infused, edgy country music that pushes both sonic and lyrical boundaries.
"I'm a fire-tongued dеvil with a belly full of gasoline," sings Cody Jinks on "All It Cost Me Was Everything," which plays out like a lyrical confession. It's this kind of heart-on-sleeve, uncensored songwriting coupled with dueling electric and steel guitars that defines Country Grit.
Jinks joins other indie trailblazers including Warren Zeiders and Whiskey Myers on the station, along with icons like Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert and Aaron Lewis. Red-hot newcomers Bailey Zimmerman, Tyler Braden, Parker McCollum and Morgan Wade are also among the artists featured on the station, linked by their affinity for loud guitars and the cold-hard truth.
"Thrilled to be included in Pandora's new station Country Grit," states Morgan Wade. "For me, country grit is just an attitude of being your true self and going after your goals, whether they are personal, professional or whatever they may be."
With country music as one of Pandora's most-listened genres, Country Grit joins the lineup of stations that include Today's Country, The 615, Country Billionaires, Country Pop, Classic Country, New Country and more.
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READING, Pa., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Penske Truck Leasing today announced it has ordered 750 all-electric Ford E-Transit cargo vans. The company is taking delivery of its first several vehicles in the next several weeks. The move follows successfully piloting the vehicles late last year.
"We're excited to help bring these new vehicles to market as both a rental and full-service lease option for our customers," said Art Vallely, president of Penske Truck Leasing. "We continue to expand and diversify our fleet of electric vehicles and to offer new options for customers seeking more sustainable choices when it comes to transportation."
Penske's first Ford E-Transit vehicles will be made available in Southern California with other locations around the U.S. phased in later in the year. These are the first light-duty electric trucks to be made available in Penske's rental and leasing fleet, as previously announced.
Once these Ford E-Transit electric zero tailpipe emission vehicles go into service, they will be made available for both rental and longer-term full-service leasing. Penske's long-term plans include adding more of these units to its wider network of rental and leasing locations across North America.
The Ford E-Transit is the first all-electric cargo van from a full-line automaker in North America as the electric version of the Ford Transit. It has an estimated range of 126 miles.
Penske Truck Leasing will display the Ford E-Transit and other electric vehicles within its booth at the upcoming Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Long Beach, California.
Penske Truck Leasing is a Penske Transportation Solutions company headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania. A leading global transportation services provider, Penske Truck Leasing operates more than 372,000 vehicles and serves customers from more than 1,300 locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit www.pensketruckleasing.com to learn more.
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Man with knife arrested after confronting police near London's Downing Street
An investigation was launched following the incident at Horse Guards Parade, a ceremonial parade ground which overlooks St James's Park, police said. "At around 08:50hrs, a 29-year-old man, who was armed with a knife, confronted two Ministry of Defence Police officers.
British police arrested a man armed with a knife who confronted two Ministry of Defence police officers near Prime Minister Boris Johnson's official residence in central London on Monday.
Police cordoned off Whitehall, which is home to several government departments including the Foreign Office and Ministry of Defence and leads to Johnson's Downing Street office and residence, for several hours but it was later reopened. An investigation was launched following the incident at Horse Guards Parade, a ceremonial parade ground which overlooks St James's Park, police said.
"At around 08:50hrs, a 29-year-old man, who was armed with a knife, confronted two Ministry of Defence Police officers. Taser was deployed and the man was restrained by officers. There were no reports of any injuries," London's Metropolitan Police said in a statement. "He was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon and remains in custody at a central London police station. The incident is not being treated as terror-related."
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MARLBOROUGH, Mass., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Phio Pharmaceuticals Corp. (Nasdaq: PHIO), a clinical stage biotechnology company developing the next generation of therapeutics based on its proprietary self-delivering RNAi (INTASYL™) therapeutic platform, today announced that in vivo data showing PH-762 administered locally clears untreated distal tumors, indicating a systemic immune response was selected for an encore presentation at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) Tumor Immune Microenvironment: A Holistic Approach Workshop, which is being held April 21st – 22nd in San Diego and virtually.
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Title: Locally administered immunotherapy self-delivering RNAi PH-762 results in abscopal clearance of untreated distal tumors, suggesting systemic immune response, in a murine hepatocarcinoma model
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Session Date and Time: April 21st from 5:20 p.m. – 6:20 p.m. PT
Location: Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina in San Diego
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Phio Pharmaceuticals Corp. (Nasdaq: PHIO) is a clinical stage biotechnology company developing the next generation of immuno-oncology therapeutics based on its self-delivering RNAi (INTASYL™) therapeutic platform. The Company's efforts are focused on silencing tumor-induced suppression of the immune system through its proprietary INTASYL platform with utility in immune cells and the tumor microenvironment. Our goal is to develop powerful INTASYL therapeutic compounds that can weaponize immune effector cells to overcome tumor immune escape, thereby providing patients a powerful new treatment option that goes beyond current treatment modalities. For additional information, visit the Company's website, www.phiopharma.com.
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SC asks states to respond to queries of Centre on implementation of RERA rules
The Supreme Court on Monday asked Chief Secretaries of all the States to respond to the queries raised by the Centre on implementation of Real Estate (Regulation and Development) (RERA) Act, 2016 rules in their jurisdiction.
A bench of Justices DY Chandrachud and Surya Kant said that in March 2022 the Centre has written to all the States seeking certain information with regard to the agreement of sales rules notified under the RERA Act and their compliance but only five States have so far responded to it.
“In order to facilitate the exercise carried out by the Union of India, we direct all the chief secretaries to respond to the queries raised with RERA rules on or before May 15”, the bench said.
It added that Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati and amicus curiae Devashish Bharuka will file a status report after receiving all the relevant information from the States.
The bench posted the matter for further hearing in the third week of July.
At the outset, the bench asked amicus about the status of the report to which he said that they have received some responses from the state governments and some deviations were found and he has asked for the reasons for such deviations.
He said that so far only five states have responded to the queries raised by the Centre with regard to the RERA rules.
The bench said it is posting the matter for further hearing after the summer vacation and till then more responses from States will come.
It said that once the report is prepared it will direct the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to upload it on its website.
Bhati assured that it will be done.
On February 14, the top court directed the Centre to examine whether the rules framed by various States under RERA Act are in conformity and subserve the interest of home buyers.
It had given three months to the Centre to examine if there are any deviations in the rules framed by the states to the rules framed by the Centre in 2016 and to place the report by the first week of May 2022.
It had appointed advocate Devashish Bharuka as amicus curiae in the plea by advocate Ashwini Upadhyay seeking implementation of a builder-buyer agreement to safeguard the interest of home buyers and requested him to assist the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to examine the rules framed by the states.
The top court noted that the central government shared the draft 'agreement for sale' in 2016 after the enactment of RERA with all the states and Union Territories and currently West Bengal, Jammu, and Kashmir, and some north-eastern states are yet to notify the rules.
Bhati had earlier said that the rules have been framed by the central government and many states have notified them of some changes keeping in mind the local conditions.
The top court had said that there may be some local conditions that need to be taken care of by the states but most of the rules should be in compliance with the Centre’s draft rules of 2016.
On January 17, the top court emphasised the need for a model builder-buyer agreement to safeguard the interest of middle-class home buyers and asked the Centre to consider framing uniform rules under the provisions of RERA.
The top court had said that it wants that instead of leaving it to the States, the Centre makes the model builder-buyer agreement and model agent-buyer agreement which shall be applicable for the whole of the country.
It had said that the whole purpose of the present PIL is that there should be a model builder-buyer agreement which will be formulated by the central advisory council so that there is some uniformity in the basic terms and conditions and the flat buyers are not exploited.
The Centre in its affidavit said, ''There is a robust regulatory mechanism, and a draft 'agreement for sale has already been prescribed under the provisions of RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority), which seeks to balance the rights and interest of home buyers and promoters in an accountable and transparent manner''.
It has said that according to section 84 of RERA, the appropriate government that is the state government save in the instances involving its application in the territory of union territories has to notify rules for carrying out the provisions of this Act.
The affidavit has said that RERA mandates for registration of projects before advertising, marketing, booking, selling and the law ensures the timely delivery of real estate projects, and the entire fund flow is also subject to strict monitoring by the regulator to avoid diversion of funds, which will also secure the interest of home buyers.
On October 4 last year, the top court had said it was important for the country to have a model builder-buyer agreement in the real estate sector for consumer protection because developers try to put numerous clauses in it, which common people may not be aware of.
Upadhyay had said that there should be a model agreement prepared by the Centre as some states have it and some don't, and there is no uniformity in those agreements.
The PIL has sought direction to the Centre to frame model pacts for builders and agent buyers to protect customers and bring transparency in the realty sector in line with the RERA Act, 2016.
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Silicon Valley Bank will provide the debt financing, and Foss & Company will provide the tax equity investment for the portfolio.
DENVER, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pivot Energy is excited to announce the closing of a $190 million financing facility to support a multi-state portfolio of distributed generation solar projects. Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) will lead the debt facilities and Foss & Company (Foss) will make the tax equity investment. The 90 megawatt (MW) portfolio comprises over 40 solar projects, approximately 80% community solar, and 20% commercial and industrial (C&I) power purchase agreements (PPAs).
This is the first portfolio of projects Pivot will build, own, and operate since its strategic acquisition by ECP in June 2021. In addition to C&I PPAs, clients include community solar subscriptions for commercial clients, residents, and nearly 1,200 low-to-moderate income (LMI) households. The portfolio exhibits strategic diversity across project types, client offtake arrangements, and geographic reach with projects located in New York, Illinois, Colorado, Minnesota, California, and New Jersey. This diversity is beneficial both in bringing clean solar energy to more Americans and strengthening the portfolio's long-term financial outlook.
The debt transaction led by SVB includes a construction loan, tax equity bridge loan, and permanent loan—which, coupled with the tax equity investment from Foss, will enable Pivot to fully construct, operate, and own this portfolio.
SVB is a global financial services provider with unique expertise in community solar financing, making them an ideal partner to serve as the lead arranger of the debt facility for this portfolio. Foss has additionally financed several strategic community solar portfolios with other community solar developers in recent years.
Bret Turner, Head of Project Finance, Business Development, and Innovation for Silicon Valley Bank, said, "We are excited to work with Pivot Energy to provide financing for this solar portfolio. Making solar accessible to more Americans is crucial in efforts to combat climate change, and the community solar subscriptions and PPA opportunities in this portfolio offer households and businesses an easy way to participate in the benefits of solar energy."
Bryen Alperin, Director of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology at Foss & Company, said, "We are pleased to work with Pivot Energy as they launch this new portfolio. This portfolio will expand access to clean low-cost electricity for small businesses and households. This impactful investment furthers our goal of deploying tax equity into under-served segments of the market, while generating substantial environmental benefits."
Tom Hunt, CEO of Pivot Energy, said, "SVB and Foss have been ideal partners for Pivot as we work to bring this portfolio to fruition. We are excited about the unique opportunity this presents as our first owned portfolio on a national scale. We look forward to our continued partnerships with SVB and Foss as we work to grow our solar footprint across the nation, positively contributing to the environment, our communities, and our investors."
CohnReznick Capital acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Pivot Energy on the transaction. Stoel Rives acted as counsel for Pivot, Milbank acted as counsel for SVB, and Winthrop & Weinstine acted as counsel for Foss.
All projects in the portfolio will be managed through SunCentral, Pivot's industry-leading proprietary community solar subscriber management and acquisition platform.
About Pivot Energy
Pivot Energy is a national solar provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects. Pivot offers a distributed energy platform that includes a range of services and software aimed at serving the full solar ecosystem. Pivot is a Certified B-Corporation that proudly follows a corporate strategy aimed at providing a positive impact on society as measured by Environmental stewardship, Social leadership, and responsible Governance (ESG) factors. Learn more at pivotenergy.net.
About Silicon Valley Bank
Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) helps innovative companies and investors move bold ideas forward, fast. SVB provides targeted financial services and expertise through its offices in innovation centers around the world. The bank's project finance group works with project owners, sponsors and investors to finance large residential, commercial and industrial, and utility-scale projects. Learn more at svb.com/industry-solutions/cleantech-and-sustainability.
About Foss & Company
Founded in 1983, Foss & Company is a national tax equity investor and fund sponsor that has deployed over $7 billion in tax equity on behalf of insurance, banking, and other large corporate clients into historic rehabilitation projects, renewable energy and advanced energy production facilities. Foss & Company is a full-service advisor with proven expertise in helping our partners navigate the world of tax equity investments. For additional information, visit www.fossandco.com.
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Local officials say two people killed by shelling in Ukrainian city of Kharkiv
Two people were killed by shelling in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on Monday, the local prosecutor's office said in a statement.
Reuters could not independently verify this information. (Editing by Toby Chopra)
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KENSINGTON, Md., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- William Randall Cone had recently returned from San Francisco, worldly wise and somewhat jaded toward religion, when he accepted an invitation from his brother to help build the Washington D.C. Temple in the 1970s.
It was then, working on a team full of former missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, that Cone's interest was piqued in his brother's faith. "These construction workers I was working with were terrific people," Cone said. "They were fascinating. They were interesting. They were funny. But they were always honest. I mean, who's always honest? It was amazing. And I thought, 'Who wouldn't want to be like this? How are they this way?'"
Cone, who had explored other religions in depth, began reading the Book of Mormon and meditating. He had spiritual experiences that motivated him to change his ways and join the Church.
Cone said life only became more difficult after he became a Latter-day Saint. His father and mother died. His business struggled.
"And yet," he adds, "I was blessed beyond measure. I was given the tools — and they're here in [the Washington D.C. Temple] — to deal ethically and virtuously with every circumstance that this world can throw at you."
Now, more than four decades later, Cone is rejoicing with other Latter-day Saints as the house of the Lord he helped build reopens after a major renovation and an extended open house delay due to COVID-19.
The Open House and Temple Rededication
Those coming to the Washington D.C. Temple open house should understand that Latter-day Saints consider temples to be the most sacred space in the world. Ceremonies in each temple teach the purpose of life and unite families, past and present. The mere presence of temples in communities around the globe reminds Latter-day Saints of the importance of having faith in the common Father of all humanity, the need for constant improvement of the soul, the possibility of family relationships that reach beyond the grave, and the salvation that comes only through the grace of Jesus Christ.
The Washington D.C. Temple open house will begin with private tours for invited guests from April 19 to April 27. A public open house will start on April 28 and extend for several months (excluding Sundays). Open house ticket information is available at dctemple.org.
A youth devotional will be held on August 13, followed by the temple rededication on August 14 in three sessions. The youth devotional and rededication will be broadcast for all congregations in the Washington D. C. Temple district.
What Was Renovated?
The temple first opened in 1974 and closed in March 2018 for a significant renovation. Energy-efficient mechanical, electrical and lighting systems throughout the 160,000-square-foot structure have been installed, as has new plumbing.
Dan Holt, project manager for the Washington D.C. Temple renovation project, said the intent was to "bring the building back to its original glory" as a midcentury modern structure. A gothic arch motif that directs eyes heavenward is prevalent throughout — in altars, carpeting, gold leafing and the reframed stained glass windows (now backlit with LED lights for more prominence) on the east and west of the temple. The windows' colors become lighter as they near the spire. This design, Holt said, signifies the "brighter light we have and the knowledge we receive from the gospel as we learn and grow and ascend to be more like our Heavenly Father."
The temple exterior is made of Alabama white marble, quarried in Sylacauga, Alabama. Soon after the building was completed in 1974, Alabama quarries stopped producing retail slab marble, making it impossible to find replacement marble of the same color should the Church ever need it as the temple aged. But in 2016, a marble quarry reopened, allowing the Church to purchase the stone that matches the temple's exterior. This marble, Holt said, has a silver veining that turns gold over time as it oxidizes and is exposed to water and sunlight. Over time, the newly installed marble will assimilate with the rest of the original temple stone.
A Symbol of the Church's Future
The Washington D.C. Temple was the Church's first temple built east of the Mississippi River since the Nauvoo Temple more than a century earlier. Most major Church history sites — including Palmyra, Kirtland and Nauvoo — are within the original boundaries of the Washington D.C. Temple district.
The groundbreaking for the temple was held in 1968, and construction began in 1971. This house of the Lord was dedicated in 1974 by President Spencer W. Kimball and became the faith's 16th operating temple.
The Washington D.C. Temple shares some features with the Church's iconic Salt Lake Temple: six spires and a similar footprint. This was by design.
"It was intended to be that way, with the idea that the Salt Lake Temple represented the foundation of the Church, and the Washington, D.C. Temple represented the international future of the Church," Holt said.
At the time of the temple's dedication, the temple district included about 300,000 people living in the eastern United States, eastern Canada and the Caribbean. Church members in South America were also assigned to the temple. About 20,000 church members lived in the Washington, D.C., area. Many of these members were converts, reflecting Church growth in the 20th century. More than 750,000 people toured the temple during the open house in 1974, including many national government leaders.
As the temple opens its doors to the public a second time, Latter-day Saints hope visitors will sense its sacredness and encounter Christ-centered peace and hope.
"From the outside, everyone sees [the temple] on the [Capital] Beltway, and it's bright at night and it's beautiful. But it's even more beautiful on the inside," said David Oryang, a local Church leader in the Washington D.C. Temple district. "We invite everyone to come to the open house and feel the Spirit here."
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4 held in tribal girl rape case in Bengal's Birbhum dist
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Four persons, including two minors, have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a tribal girl's rape case at Santiniketan in West Bengal's Birbhum district, a police officer said on Monday.
All four of them were picked up from Badlodanga village in Parui police station area on Sunday, the officer said.
Sketches of the accused were drawn by the state CID based on descriptions given by the girl and her friend, and arrests were subsequently made, he said.
''Initial probe revealed that the girl had gone to the local fair along with her boyfriend. The incident apparently occurred when they were returning home,'' the officer said.
The two minors were sent to a juvenile home, while the other two have been remanded in police custody for 10 days by a local court, he said.
The girl, in her complaint, claimed the accused had accosted her and her friend as they were returning from the fair, and then took her to a ground adjoining a river, where she was gangraped.
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The new REACH, Prop 65, and EU MDR substances
OTTAWA, ON, 13 April 2022 /PRNewswire/ - On 27 April 2022, Claigan Environmental Inc. (www.claigan.com) will present a webinar on the new REACH, Prop 65, and EU MDR substances. This webinar will discuss the new substances, their use and applicability to articles (physical products), and relative risk of presence.
Each year the EU REACH SVHC, EU REACH Restriction, California Proposition 65, and EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) restricted substance lists are updated. It is difficult for most product compliance primes to easily digest and understand the risk of each new (and often complicated named) substance.
In this webinar, Claigan will discuss each of the most applicable new substances, what materials will commonly have regulated levels of these substances, and how to handle the risk of their presence in your products. The discussion will include 2021 & 2022 REACH SVHC updates, regulation of PFAS under EU REACH, new California Proposition 65 substances for 2022, and EU MDR Adaptation to Technical Progress 14, 15, and 17.
The main topics to be covered in this webinar are -
- REACH SVHC updates
- California Proposition 65 Updates
- PFAS and REACH Restrictions
- EU MDR ATP 14, ATP 15, and ATP 17
Due to the interest in these topics, two (2) webinars will be held on April 27 to accommodate a larger audience.
Date: 27 April 2022
Time: 10am and 2pm EST
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In rare comments, Myanmar's Suu Kyi urges people to 'be united' - source
Suu Kyi, the daughter of Myanmar's late independence hero Aung San, is on trial accused of a litany of offences including violating a state secrets law and multiple counts of corruption, which carry combined maximum jail terms of more than 150 years. "Aung San Suu Kyi tells the people 'be united', to have open dialogue among each other.
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has called for unity among her people, according to a source familiar with her legal proceedings, in rare remarks since her overthrow in a military coup last year. Suu Kyi, the daughter of Myanmar's late independence hero Aung San, is on trial accused of a litany of offences including violating a state secrets law and multiple counts of corruption, which carry combined maximum jail terms of more than 150 years.
"Aung San Suu Kyi tells the people 'be united', to have open dialogue among each other. 'Everyone has a different view - discuss and talk patiently,'" said the source, who asked not to be identified because the military is restricting information about Suu Kyi and her trial. The source did not elaborate on why the Nobel laureate had urged unity but added that it was not a call for dialogue with the junta.
A military spokesman did not respond to a call seeking comment. The source said a verdict is due next week on a corruption charge centred on allegations that she accepted bribes of cash and gold. Suu Kyi has denied wrongdoing.
Myanmar has been in turmoil since the coup 14 months ago derailed a decade of democratic reforms and economic gains. The military has been accused by the United Nations and rights groups of atrocities, which it denies. Suu Kyi was found guilty of several offences late last year, in a trial conducted behind closed doors and derided by the international community as a sham. She is currently being held at an unknown location.
Official statements about the trial have been rare and Suu Kyi's defence lawyers are the subjects of a gag order. The junta says she is receiving due process by an independent judiciary.
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The newly renovated, affordable upper-midscale hotel features an abundance of amenities and a tranquil ocean vibe
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has added to its portfolio of upper-midscale hotels, The Red Collection®, with the opening of Costa Azul Suites – Virginia Beach, located at 2604 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA.
Costa Azul Suites – Virginia Beach by The Red Collection, is a unique ocean-view property conveniently located in the heart of a treasured beach town that travelers love. The property is walking distance to the best Virginia Beach attractions, and just 25 minutes from the Norfolk International Airport (ORF). A perfect location for families traveling this spring and summer, the hotel is near Downtown Virginia Beach; Seashore State Park and Neptune's Park, which features live music and events in the summer; Marine Science Museum; Motor World Amusement Park; Military Aviation Museum; Old Cape Henry Lighthouse; Virginia Aquarium; Marine Science Center; and Virginia Beach Convention Center.
"Consistent with the Red Collection branding, Costa Azul, our newest property, is hyper-local and reflects the calming, peaceful nature of its surroundings, reminiscent of the beach and ocean," said Marina MacDonald, Chief Marketing Officer, Red Roof. "Guests will experience the local vibe and will relax and enjoy a unique beach property with upscale amenities at an affordable price."
The beach theme and décor are seen and felt throughout the property from the moment guests arrive, as they are greeted by a huge mural of the King Neptune statue in the lobby. Even the carpet is a deep blue color that fades into a sandy tan as guests enter rooms, just like the ocean flowing into the sand. And artwork, inspired by the sea, adds to the relaxing ambiance in every room.
All 100 rooms in the hotel are very spacious suites, convenient for families, featuring either two queen beds, or one king bed. Neptune Suite guests receive amenities including complimentary bathrobes, slippers and snacks. All rooms also include a sofa sleeper, a separate workspace, gourmet coffee, mini fridge and microwave. All guests receive free parking, as well as complimentary breakfast, and verified Wi-Fi™ ensures fast, free, high-speed connectivity and coverage in every room, lobby and gathering space throughout the property. The hotel also includes a fitness facility, business center, breakfast area, seasonal swimming pool, vending machines, and self-service laundry.
Costa Azul Suites – Virginia Beach by The Red Collection participates in RediRewards® from Red Roof that goes beyond free nights with benefits members can use every day. Members may use their RediPoints on the RediShop catalog for gift cards and/or other merchandise; RediSave 30% on their room rate when they combine points with other payment; and have RediAccess to discount coupons across thousands of retail, entertainment and service categories. This hotel will also offer a 20% RediRewards exclusive discount through the end of the year. Costa Azul Suites – Virginia Beach by The Red Collection also participates in Red Roof's RediClean® program, designed to help keep guests and staff safe.
For more information or to book at Costa Azul Suites – Virginia Beach by The Red Collection, please visit www.redroof.com, call 800.RED.ROOF, visit the property directly or download the Red Roof app for free on both IOS and Android devices. Visit the Apple Store or Google Play Store to download.
The Red Collection is a portfolio of midscale, hyper-local and unique hotels centrally located in the Hearts of Cities You Love™. The Red Collection offers guests modern, easily-accessible and affordable accommodations inspired from the local vibe and culture of the city centers in which they are located. The hotels offer upscale options at value prices that travelers demand.
About Red Roof®
Red Roof is an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, recognized for creating the innovative Upscale Economy® segment serving millions of guests each year. Known for obsessively listening to consumers, Red Roof offers travelers a consistently high-quality experience at an affordable price. With coast-to-coast locations, Red Roof has over 670 properties and nearly 60,000 rooms in the U.S. and has expanded internationally to Brazil and Japan. Whether business or leisure, short trips or extended stays, in the hearts of cities or on the road, Red Roof has a property for every traveler, delivering an enhanced experience at a value price. Red Roof is pet-friendly, as one well-behaved pet is welcome per room, nationwide, at no additional cost*. Ranging from economy to midscale, the Red Roof portfolio of brands includes: Red Roof Inn® and Red Roof PLUS+®, allowing guests to Sleep Easy. Spend Less.® with enhanced amenities at a value price; HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof®, offering guests A Brand New Way to Extended Stay®; and The Red Collection®, a hyper-local soft brand in the Hearts of Cities You Love™. Red Roof offers franchisees Genuine Relationships. Real Results.® – a unique owner-operator experience establishing common ground with franchisees. To join the Red Roof industry-leading loyalty program, RediRewards®, or for reservations, visit redroof.com, call 800.RED.ROOF, or download Red Roof's free app that is available for both iOS and Android devices.
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PM Modi to inaugurate WHO Global Centre for traditional medicine at Jamnagar tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Gujarat on Monday for his three-day visit, will inaugurate WHO Global Centre for traditional medicine at Jamnagar tomorrow.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Gujarat on Monday for his three-day visit, will inaugurate WHO Global Centre for traditional medicine at Jamnagar tomorrow. The Ministry of Ayush and the Government of Gujarat on Monday organized a curtain-raiser press conference to discuss two pertinent developments in the field of traditional medicine in India- the groundbreaking event of the WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine (GCTM) and the convening of the Global Ayush Investment and Innovation Summit (GAIIS). Both the events are being held in Gujarat and will be graced by the presence of PM Modi, Prime Minister of Mauritius Pravind Jugnauth and the Director-General of WHO, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, said the Ministry of Ayush in an official statement.
The WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine, the first of its kind in the world, will be inaugurated on April 19 in Jamnagar. The Centre aims to channel the potential of traditional medicine, by integrating it with technological advancements and evidence-based research. While Jamnagar will serve as the base, the new Centre aims to engage and benefit the world. The GCTM shall focus on four main strategic areas: evidence and learning; data and analytics; sustainability and equity; and innovation and technology to optimize the contribution of traditional medicine to global health. The Global Ayush Investment and Innovation Summit will be held from April 20 to April 22 in Gandhinagar. The Summit aims to increase investments and showcase innovations in the field of traditional medicine. It is a unique attempt to foster long-lasting partnerships, boost exports and nurture a sustainable ecosystem.
Commenting on the upcoming events, Sarbananda Sonawal, Union Minister for Ayush said, "Both the events will mark a milestone for India's Ayush industry. The Global Ayush Investment and Innovation Summit presents an opportunity for India to create a global market for Ayurvedic and herbal products. We are standing at the doors of a golden era, where we can capitalize on our traditional knowledge, and use it to serve the world." He added, "Global Centre for Traditional Medicine represents WHO's and India's outstanding commitment to global health. Standing at the juncture of advanced technology and ancient wisdom, the only way ahead of us is upwards."
At the press conference in Rajkot, guests such as Sarbananda Sonawal, Union Minister for Ayush; Dr Munjpara Mahendrabhai Kalubhai, Minister of State for Ayush; and Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, introduced the WHO Global Centre of Traditional Medicine and Global Ayush Innovation and Investment Summit (GAIIS). They discussed the key highlights of the partnership between the Ministry of Ayush and the WHO, and emphasized the importance of investment and innovations in the field of traditional medicine in the post-COVID world. The conference was also attended by Manoj Agrawal, Additional Chief Secretary, from the Health Department of the Government of Gujarat. The GCTM seeks to set policies and standards on traditional medicine products and help countries create a comprehensive, safe, and high-quality health system. Global Ayush Investment and Innovation Summit is an initiative to strategize India's efforts in becoming a global hub of traditional products, practices, and related services. (ANI)
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CHICAGO, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Three Lakes Foundation and the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) recently announced their collaboration on a multiphase educational initiative aiming to reduce the time it takes to diagnose patients with Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILD).
Affecting around 400,000 people in the United States, ILDs are a group of diseases that cause lung inflammation and/or permanent scars (fibrosis). The symptoms are similar to other more common lung diseases, frequently resulting in misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis. Some studies show that reaching a proper diagnosis for rarer lung diseases can take upwards of several years.
Of the known ILD conditions, the most common is idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF). This condition causes the lung tissue to become scarred and stiff, reducing its size and capacity. The scarring with PF cannot be reversed or repaired, and there is no known cure. Currently, approximately 30,000 to 40,000 patients are diagnosed with PF each year, while another 40,000 lose their lives to the disease annually.
Despite scientific advancements and increased information available, timely and accurate diagnosis for PF remain a challenge. The course of the disease varies from person to person and can progress rapidly in some cases, increasing the necessity to have the condition diagnosed in its earliest stages. By the time patients learn they have PF, the condition may require reliance on oxygen use, hospitalizations, and can lead to poor quality of life, and a significantly shortened lifespan.
"One of the issues leading to a prolonged diagnosis is that patients may exhibit symptoms that are also common in other respiratory conditions, such as wheezing, difficulty in breathing, coughing and fatigue," says CHEST member and associate professor in Pulmonary Medicine with University of Utah, Mary Beth Scholand, MD. "Without a precise diagnosis, ILD patients, specifically those with PF, can be misdiagnosed with bronchitis, COPD, COVID-19, or asthma and often go through a series of examinations, tests, and therapies for months. Closing the gap is critical so therapies can be initiated to manage the symptoms and progression of the disease."
"As a catalyst for change in the PF community, we spoke with patients, healthcare professionals, physicians, and advocacy groups to advance an understanding of the PF diagnostic experience," said Dana Ball, executive director for Three Lakes Foundation. "We approached CHEST when it became apparent that primary care physicians could use specific tools to identify high-risk patients with pulmonary conditions. This collaboration is the result of our common need to increase awareness among healthcare professionals and to improve patient outcomes."
"CHEST has built a global reputation for advancing the best patient outcomes through innovative chest medicine education, clinical research and team-based care," said Robert A. Musacchio, PhD, CEO of CHEST. "Three Lakes Foundation is known for its work in improving time to diagnosis and accelerating treatment options for PF. Through this partnership, we aim to change the trajectory of diagnosis, treatment and care for patients with ILDs like PF."
Three Lakes Foundation is providing the initial funding for CHEST to begin designing an educational intervention that addresses the gaps in knowledge and practice and will play an active role in overseeing the development of the program. CHEST will pull together key healthcare providers across primary care, family practice, nursing and pulmonary medicine to collaborate in identifying needs and strategies to improve diagnosis and build awareness of ILD. CHEST will evaluate, research, and measure the program's impact on clinical practice and patient care and estimates an overall reach of more than 100,000 healthcare providers by the time the program is fully executed.
About the American College of Chest Physicians®
CHEST is the global leader in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of chest diseases. Its mission is to champion advanced clinical practice, education, communication, and research in chest medicine. It serves as an essential connection to clinical knowledge and resources for its 20,000+ members from around the world who provide patient care in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. For information about the American College of Chest Physicians, and its flagship journal CHEST®, visit chestnet.org.
About Three Lakes Foundation
Three Lakes Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to serving as a catalyst for uniting research, industries and philanthropy in pulmonary fibrosis. We connect entrepreneurs, advocates and institutions to an innovation ecosystem that will transform our approach to improve time to diagnosis and accelerate new therapies. To learn more, visit threelakesfoundation.org.
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Early in the pandemic,
researchers pointed to the value of daily routines to cope with change. As the two-year anniversary of the pandemic coincided with the
relaxation of public health measures across the country, reflecting on routines and their value has been useful when moving toward a "new normal."
First, having a daily routine and regular habits supports cognitive function and may even free people up to be more creative.
Research has found that having regular work processes allows workers to spend less cognitive energy on recurring tasks, which can support focus and creativity for more complex tasks.
Think of typical morning routines that existed before the pandemic: helping family members get on their way, taking a usual route to work, grabbing a warm beverage along the way, saying hello to coworkers, flipping on a computer or opening a calendar. Having habits such as these can set the stage for a productive workday.
A review of the
daily rituals of influential artists found that many artists have well-defined work routines that may support their creativity rather than constrain it.
Memory research shows that regular routines and habits can support older adults to function better in their home environments.
If taking medications at the same time and putting the keys in their spot is part of a daily routine, less energy will be spent looking for lost objects and worrying about maintaining one's health, freeing up time for other things people want to do in their day.
Routines promote health
Regular routines can also help people feel like they have control over their daily lives and that they can take positive steps in managing their health. For example, making time for exercise within routines can help meet
recommended daily activity levels. This is especially relevant now since
research shows that people who reduced their activity levels during the pandemic could experience enduring health effects.
As people increase activity outside their homes, they might consider taking transit to school and work, returning to organized fitness activities and the gym and opportunities to include movement throughout the day. Other ways that routines can support health include
regular meal preparation and getting
enough sleep, activities that seem simple but can pay dividends in
healthy aging over a lifetime.
Routines provide meaning
Regular routines can also go beyond the streamlining of daily tasks and add some spice to life. Evidence indicates that a health-promoting activity such as
walking can offer chances to enjoy nature, explore new places and socialize.
Research on the
concept of flow, a state of full absorption in the present moment, shows that activities such as sports, games, fine arts and music can be fulfilling and reinforcing. Regular participation in meaningful and engaging activities can also contribute positively to
mental health.
Small steps to build routines
If you think your daily routines could use a tune-up, consider some small steps:
- Use a smartphone app to organize your activities and put the things you want to do in your schedule.
- Choose a regular time to wake up and go to bed and try to stick to it most days of the week.
- Make physical activity manageable with neighborhood walks or bike rides a few times a week.
- Start a new hobby or re-engage in a past one, such as playing sports or games, making arts and crafts, playing an instrument or singing.
- Keep an eye out for meaningful activities that may be popping back up in your community such as a book club at the library or a social walking group.
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Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
Ukrainian authorities said a Russian missile attack killed seven people in Lviv on Monday, the first civilian victims in the western city, while its forces were preventing Russia from taking full control of the port city of Mariupol in the east.
Ukrainian authorities said a Russian missile attack killed seven people in Lviv on Monday, the first civilian victims in the western city, while its forces were preventing Russia from taking full control of the port city of Mariupol in the east. FIGHTING * Lviv governor Maksym Kozytskyy said preliminary reports suggested four hits on Lviv -- three strikes on warehouses that are not currently being used by the military, and another on a car service station. * Russia said it had launched mass strikes overnight on the Ukrainian military and associated military targets. * Luhansk regional governor Serhiy Gaidai said that Russians advanced overnight and took the town of Kreminna. * The situation in Ukraine's besieged southeastern port city of Mariupol is "extremely difficult" but the city has not been taken under full control by Russian forces, a spokesman for Ukraine's defence ministry said. * Ukraine called for Russia to facilitate a humanitarian corridor for evacuees from Mariupol and one from the steel plant that is the city's last significant area of Ukrainian resistance.
DIPLOMACY, SANCTIONS * Ukraine has completed a questionnaire that will form a starting point for the European Union to decide on its membership, the deputy head of President Zelenskiy's office said. * Ukrainian foreign minister said there had not been any recent diplomatic communications between Russia and Ukraine at foreign minister level, adding the "dire" situation in Mariupol may be a "red line" in the path of negotiations. * The Kremlin accused Ukraine of constantly changing its stance when it comes to issues that have already been agreed at peace talks. ECONOMY * President Zelenskiy spoke with the head of the IMF about financial stability and post-war reconstruction. Prime Minister Shmyhal is expected to attend the International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings in Washington this week.
QUOTES * "I just prayed today to stop crying," said Evgeniya Lebedko of Bucha after a service in the town where many civilians were killed while it was occupied by Russian forces. "We have survived these horrors and we are constantly crying." (Compiled by Grant McCool, Robert Birsel, Alexandra Hudson)
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PORTLAND, Ore., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruby.com, the premier provider of virtual receptionist and live chat services, is pleased to announce that CEO Kate Winkler will be speaking on a panel at eWOW's 2022 virtual summit on April 23. The event brings together voices across business and tech who are transforming the workplace landscape, offering insights for employers to eliminate discrimination and build inclusive cultures.
This one-day event is for ambitious and forward-thinking women in all stages of life looking to build resilience, find inspiration, and prepare for changes ahead. The summit will open with a keynote address from Nicktoria Johnson, Chief Diversity Officer at Credera, followed by a power-packed lineup that includes presentations from Lisa Minkin (VP of People at Tile), Madhukar Govindaraju (CEO of Numly), Dr. Maisha Cobb (founder of Mpact International), and others.
Ruby's Kate Winkler will share her perspective on the Future of Work Panel alongside Rashim Mogha, founder of eWOW; Brea Starmer, founder of Lions + Tigers; Selina Meere, Managing Director at Trevanna Tracks; Dr. Georgette Zinaty, Executive Vice President at Corporate Class Inc. Kate Winkler, CEO at Ruby, has been outspoken about her intent to change the status quo when it comes to inclusive leadership.
"The more women in leadership positions, the more opportunities created for other women," she said. "With representation, we impact many other aspects of the future of work, empowering women to shape the next iteration of the future and make it even better."
Winkler has real-world experience transforming unforeseen disruptions into opportunities to promote inclusion and improve employee experience. During COVID, she moved a 100% in-office operations model with 600-plus employees to a fully remote workforce over the course of 11 days, addressing employee and customer concerns with thoughtful and proactive communication. Under Winkler's leadership, the company has reaffirmed its status as an equitable place to work with a keen focus on innovation—all while delivering meaningful customer experiences that drive growth for over 14,000 small businesses throughout the US.
In recognition of her achievements, Winkler recently received the 2021 Gold Stevie Award in the Female Executive of the Year - Business Services category for companies with 11–2,500 employees. She was also included on the Portland Business Journal's list of the top 60 Oregon executives in 2020.
More information about the eWOW summit can be found at ewowglobal.com. Registration for the virtual summit includes access to job opportunities from participating companies, a networking and job fair, and the eWOW 2022 Global Awards. Those interested can register and find the full agenda here.
About Ruby
Ruby® is a U.S.-based live virtual receptionist and chat specialist company that creates meaningful connections and maximizes opportunities for businesses, empowering them to freely pursue their purpose and, in turn, cultivate diverse and thriving local economies. Trusted by more than 14,000 businesses, Ruby helps meet today's customer demand for quick answers and personalized service, 24/7, 365 days a year. Founded in 2003, Ruby has earned national and global recognition with honors such as a 2022 Gold Stevie for Customer Service Employer of the Year, designation from Fortune magazine as a Best Small Company to Work For in the U.S., inclusion in the Inc. Best Workplaces, and repeat Great Places to Work rankings. To learn more, visit ruby.com or experience Ruby for yourself by calling 844-311-7829. Follow along with @callruby on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Instagram, and YouTube.
About eWOW
eWOW (empowered Women of the World) is an online platform whose purpose is to help women discover, visualize, and actualize their success. Founded by tech leader Rashim Mogha (whose career portfolio includes leadership positions at Oracle, Amazon Web Services, and VMware), eWOW's rich content provides an intellectual framework for women to follow their own unique leadership paths. eWOW engages an audience in more than 40 countries, and comprises women leaders from companies including Facebook, Microsoft, Roku, Grammarly, and Starbucks. Follow eWOW's journey on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Linkedin.
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RADNOR, Pa., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that the firm has filed a securities class action lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois against AbbVie, Inc. (AbbVie) (NYSE: ABBV) on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired AbbVie securities between April 30, 2021, and August 31, 2021, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is captioned Calvin T. Nakata v. AbbVie, Inc., et al., Case No. 1:22-cv-01773.
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ABBVIE'S ALLEGED MISCONDUCT
AbbVie is one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies. The company's revenues will come under significant pressure in the coming years when its best-selling drug, Humira, will lose patent protection in 2023. Accordingly, AbbVie's future revenue and earnings depend in large part on its ability to develop new sources of revenue to offset Humira's lost sales. Rinvoq—an anti-inflammatory drug manufactured by AbbVie and used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other diseases by inhibiting Janus kinase (JAK) enzymes—was touted as one such drug. Rinvoq was initially approved in the United States to treat only moderate to severe RA. However, AbbVie was actively pursuing additional treatment indications and, in 2020, asked the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve Rinvoq for the treatment of several other diseases.
As is relevant here, Rinvoq is similar to other JAK inhibitor drugs, including Xeljanz, manufactured by Pfizer Inc. When the FDA approved Xeljanz in 2012 for the treatment of RA, it required an additional safety trial to evaluate Xeljanz's risk of triggering certain serious side effects. Beginning in February 2019, the FDA repeatedly warned the public that the safety trial indicated that Xeljanz's use could lead to serious heart-related issue, cancer, and other adverse events. Notwithstanding the similarities between Rinvoq and Xeljanz, during the Class Period, Defendants assured investors that Rinvoq was far safer than Xeljanz and not subject to the same regulatory risks.
However, investors began to learn the truth about Rinvoq's significant risks on June 25, 2021, when AbbVie revealed that the FDA was delaying its review of expanded treatment applications for Rinvoq due to the safety concerns associated with Xeljanz. On this news, the price of AbbVie common stock declined $1.76 per share, or approximately 1.5%, from a close of $114.74 per share on June 24, 2021, to close at $112.98 per share on June 25, 2021.
Then, on September 1, 2021, the FDA announced that final results from the Xeljanz safety trial established an increased risk of serious adverse events, even with low doses of Xeljanz. As a result, the FDA determined that it would require new and updated warnings for Xeljanz and Rinvoq because Rinvoq "share[s] similar mechanisms of action with Xeljanz" and "may have similar risks as seen in the Xeljanz safety trial." The FDA also indicated that it would further limit approved indications for Rinvoq as a result of these safety concerns. On this news, the price of AbbVie common stock declined $8.51 per share, or more than 7%, from a close of $120.78 per share on August 31, 2021, to close at $112.27 per share on September 1, 2021.
After the Class Period, on December 3, 2021, AbbVie announced that the FDA had updated Rinvoq's label to require additional safety warnings and limit marketing of Rinvoq to only its use after treatment with other drugs has failed. On January 11, 2022, Defendants admitted that these changes to Rinvoq's label would negatively impact sales, forcing the Company to reduce its long-term guidance for Rinvoq's sales in 2025.
The complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, the Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, about the company's business and operations. Specifically, Defendants misrepresented and/or failed to disclose that: (1) safety concerns about Xeljanz extended to Rinvoq and other JAK inhibitors; (2) as a result, it was likely that the FDA would require additional safety warnings for Rinvoq and would delay the approval of additional treatment indications for Rinvoq; and (3) therefore, Defendants' statements about the company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis, As a result of the Defendants' wrongful acts and omissions, and the significant decline in the market value of AbbVie's securities, AbbVie investors have suffered significant damages.
WHAT CAN I DO?
AbbVie investors may, no later than June 6, 2022, seek to be appointed as a lead plaintiff representative of the class through Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP or other counsel, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP encourages AbbVie investors who have suffered significant losses to contact the firm directly to acquire more information.
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Men carried weapons during Hanuman Jayanti procession at Delhi's Jahangirpuri: CPI(M) leaders
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CPI(M) Politburo member Brinda Karat and the party's Delhi state committee secretary K M Tewari have alleged that the Hanuman Jayanti procession taken out in Delhi's Jahangirpuri was armed, with several men carrying ''swords, lathis and firearms'', days after communal violence broke out in the area.
In a letter to the Delhi police commissioner, the duo have also raised questions over the role of the force in the incident.
''Video evidence aired on several television channels, along with eyewitness reports to our fact-finding team, is conclusive evidence that the procession taken out by members of the youth wing of the Bajrang Dal was armed, with several men carrying naked swords, lathis and also, shockingly, firearms.
''These weapons were openly flaunted and brandished during the procession. The police have stated that the procession had police permission. Did the police give permission to carry arms? In fact, the processionists who carried arms had clearly violated the Arms Act, which has stringent provisions of imprisonment for such violations,'' the letter read.
It also said from the police commissioner's statements to the media, it is unclear whether those carrying arms during the procession were identified or not.
''If so, whether they have been arrested under the relevant provisions of law, including the Arms Act. It is also unclear from your statement whether there is any investigation into the role of the police.
''Who is accountable for allowing an armed procession to stop in front of a mosque, shouting provocative and aggressive slogans at the exact time when the prayers to break the Roza fast were scheduled to begin? Such deliberate acts of omission and commission by the police have directly resulted in the ensuing incidents,'' the letter written by the Left leaders read.
While both the leaders raised the issue of injuries suffered by police personnel during the violence, they also asked if senior officers had followed due diligence in the matter.
''...if adequate police arrangements had been made, if action had been taken against weapon-carrying processionists, if the procession had not been allowed to stop in front of the mosque -- the incidents would not have taken place. It should be noted that there have never been incidents of a communal nature in this area earlier. Two communities have lived together in harmony. This is further evidence that the events were manufactured by outsiders in the procession in the name of shobha yatra,'' the letter read.
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) leaders also said they have information that male police personnel raided houses in C block at night and ''manhandled and beat up women''.
''This is against all norms and rules laid down, which forbid male police personnel to touch a woman. Further, on the 17th (April), when our members along with others had met Additional DCP Kishen Kumar at the Jahangirpuri police station, they were shocked to find that leaders of the BJP were holding a press conference within the compound of the thana. This is highly irregular and strengthens the apprehension of an entirely partisan and biased police role in the present case,'' the letter read.
The leaders appealed to the commissioner to take action against the police personnel who allowed weapons to be carried during the procession, who were responsible for the lack of adequate arrangements, who allowed the procession to stop in front of a mosque and those conducting a ''one-sided, biased'' investigation.
''You have stated that people from both communities have been arrested. We stand for the arrest and punishment of all those guilty. However, the overwhelming majority of arrests is from the minority community, whereas the course of events shows that the main provocations and planning for the incidents were done by the organisation which held the procession -- an affiliate of the Bajrang Dal as stated by the police.
''The Crime Branch, to whom the investigation has been handed over, is under the overall jurisdiction of the very police force which in the case of the Jahangirpuri incident is responsible. It is for this reason that the CPI(M) has demanded a time-bound judicial inquiry or an impartial investigation. In the meanwhile, we request you to take action against the police responsible,'' the letter read. Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana on Monday said 23 people from both the communities have so far been arrested in connection with the Jahangirpuri violence and refuted claims that attempts were made to hoist saffron flags at a mosque during the Hanuman Jayanti procession.
At a media briefing, Asthana asserted that those involved in the violent clashes will not be spared irrespective of their class, creed or religion.
''There was no attempt to hoist any saffron flag at the mosque during the procession,'' he said.
Several politicians and social media users had alleged that some people tried to hoist a flag on a mosque in Jahangirpuri that led to stone-pelting and violence.
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Arya assumes office as Leader of Oppn, over half of Cong MLAs skip programme
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Leader of Opposition in the Uttarakhand Assembly Yashpal Arya formally assumed office at the Vidhan Sabha here on Monday but more than half of Congress MLAs were absent on the occasion, belying the party's claims of unity.
The Congress MLAs in attendance were Bhuvan Chandra Kapri, Mamata Rakesh, Anupama Rawat, Sumit Hridayesh, Manoj Tiwari and Gopal Rana. The programme was also attended by state Congress president Karan Mahra and senior party leader Harish Rawat.
Among the MLAs who did not attend the programme were Pritam Singh, Rajendra Bhandari, Madan Singh Bisht and Harish Dhami.
Eleven of the 19 Congress MLAs in the state were also absent from the programme held at the party office here on Sunday when newly appointed state party chief Karan Mahra formally assumed charge.
The MLAs absent from Sunday's programme were Pritam Singh, Mamata Rakesh, Rajendra Bhandari, Vikram Singh Negi, Furkan Ahmad, Mayukh Mahar, Madan Singh Bisht, Khushal Singh Adhikari, Tilak Raj Behar, Gopal Singh Rana and Harish Dhami.
Though Congress leaders, including Mahra, have claimed that there is no resentment in the party, the absence of more than half of party MLAs from two important programmes indicates that all is not well with the party.
Around 10 Congress MLAs in Uttarakhand are said to be unhappy with the recent revamp of the party's state unit.
The most vocal among the disgruntled MLAs has been Dharchula legislator Harish Dhami, who spoke openly against the party leadership.
He even said that he will be forced to contest the next assembly polls in the state as an independent if neglected by his party.
Though denying any resentment among MLAs, both Arya and Mahra have been saying that party leaders who have any grievances should voice them on an appropriate party forum.
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Market-Leading Platform From SecurityScorecard Helps Mitigate Cyber Risks Related to Supply Chain and Critical Function Oversight for Federal, State and Local Government and Educational Contract Vehicles
NEW YORK and RESTON, Va., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SecurityScorecard, the global leader in cybersecurity ratings, today announced a partnership with Carahsoft Technology Corp., the Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®. Under the agreement, Carahsoft will serve as SecurityScorecard's first public sector distributor. Carahsoft will make SecurityScorecard's solutions available through Carahsoft's reseller partners and its NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V, Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – Software 2 (ITES-SW2), OMNIA Partners, National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint, and National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NCPA) contracts.
"Cyber attacks on our nation's supply chains, critical infrastructure, and online digital citizen services, are more prevalent than ever and are impacting functions like power, water, transportation and even medical services," said Dr. Aleksandr Yampolskiy, co-founder and CEO, SecurityScorecard. "Our partnership with Carahsoft and its resellers will allow public sector customers to use our platform to gain visibility into critical supply chain risks, monitor third-parties' cybersecurity postures, and reduce the threat of attacks."
SecurityScorecard helps public sector leaders make informed vendor and cybersecurity prioritization decisions. SecurityScorecard's real-time visibility of an organization's threat landscape gives decision-makers unprecedented understanding of threats to the organization and its larger supply chain. Security ratings also provide regulators with unprecedented, instantaneous company-level data for the industries they regulate.
Offered to the public sector through Carahsoft and its reseller partners, the platform includes an intuitive scoring system for many of the security measures required by regulators to help the government assess function and protect public supply chains and critical infrastructure.
"As the public sector's ecosystem continues to grow, so does the risk of being targeted by cyber attacks," said Rich Maigue, Sales Director who leads the SecurityScorecard team at Carahsoft. "Partnering with SecurityScorecard provides our resellers and their customers with the visibility and intelligence needed to fortify security measures and reduce cyber risks."
SecurityScorecard is available through Carahsoft's SEWP V contracts NNG15SC03B and NNG15SC27B, ITES-SW2 Contract W52P1J-20-D-0042, OMNIA Partners Contract #R191902, NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement #AR2472, and NCPA Contract NCPA01-86. For more information, contact the SecurityScorecard team at Carahsoft at (703) 889-9808 or SecurityScorecard@carahsoft.com.
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(CNN)The City of Philadelphia was sued Saturday by a group of business owners and residents alleging its upcoming mask mandate is illegal, court documents show.
Philadelphia is the first major US city to reinstate its indoor mask mandate, which went into effect last week, with enforcement beginning today.
The new mandate comes as the city announced Level 2 Covid-19 response levels, which were triggered when the city saw an increase in confirmed Covid-19 cases more than 50% than the previous 10 days.
Level 2 precautions mean masks are required in all public indoor spaces in Philadelphia, including schools, businesses and restaurants. Businesses can stay mask-free if they require everyone to provide proof of vaccination.
The city's Public Health Department issued the mandate by emergency order April 11.
The group filing the lawsuit says the mandate violates the state's Constitution and flouts guidelines established by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
"The regulations imposed by Philadelphia are arbitrary and capricious," the attorney representing petitioners, Thomas W. King III told CNN in an interview Sunday. "Philadelphia jettisoned the CDC regulations and is inventing its own. Philadelphia violated the Pennsylvania Constitution. Things that apply in Philadelphia must apply statewide, but that's not what's happening."
The lawsuit alleges Philadelphia's Health Commissioner, Dr. Cheryl Bettigole, usurped the General Assembly's authority by issuing the emergency order. And the CDC currently has no mask mandate in place.
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The collection will showcase women artists and their expressions of equality and help launch a new women in Web3 initiative
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Seneca Women, a global leadership and media platform, is partnering with Gemini-owned Nifty Gateway, a premier marketplace for NFTs, to launch a special collection of NFTs titled The Seneca Women Equality Collection. The collection celebrates female artists and showcases their artistic vision of a world where equality prevails. Seneca Women will invest a portion of the sale proceeds in other women-led Web3 projects.
Aligning to Seneca Women's mission of advancing women in the economy and supporting women creators, a select group of women digital artists were invited by Seneca Women and Nifty Gateway to contribute limited edition artworks that represent each artist's unique vision of equality. Artists committed to the collection include Miss Al Simpson, Ola Volo, Mercedes deBellard, Monica Rizzolli, Izzakko, and Stina Jones. Seneca Women will also work with Mercedes deBellard to offer an open-edition collection. Together, these artworks will comprise The Seneca Women Equality Collection.
Additional artists will be unveiled on Nifty Gateway's and Seneca Women's Twitter and Discord channels and on Seneca's Conversations on Power and Purpose podcast on the Seneca Women Podcast Network on iHeartMedia. The artists will also be featured at the upcoming Seneca Women Creators Forum at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, to be held later this year.
Harnessing the power of Web3, NFTs have democratized the art industry and given creators and collectors of all cultures and backgrounds a platform for true ownership, equity building, and a sense of connection with their community. But the NFT and crypto landscape remains heavily dominated by men. Aligning to the true promise of NFTs, Seneca Women and Nifty Gateway want to bring more women into the NFT and crypto space to ensure that women are part of one of the most dynamic and disruptive artistic and economic developments in recent history.
"Over the past decade, institutions from the World Bank to McKinsey have demonstrated that investing in women drives both economic and social progress. Yet women still have difficulty achieving economic parity. We are now at a unique moment in history when NFTs, crypto and DeFi have the potential to greatly expand financial inclusion. Combine that with the power of women and what you get is the potential for exponential growth and impact, what we at Seneca Women like to think of as WoFi–where the women's economy meets Web3," said Kim Azzarelli, co-founder of Seneca Women. "We are thrilled to partner with Nifty Gateway, Gemini and these exceptional women artists on The Seneca Women Equality Collection, which we hope will bring more women into Web3 and help us all envision a world where equality prevails."
"At Gemini and Nifty Gateway we are committed to welcoming more women into the crypto and NFT communities, and that starts with education,'' said Carolyn Vadino, global head of communications for Gemini. "Seneca Women's vision for this project directly addresses a lingering challenge in the market we are dedicated to addressing together. We have the educational resources in place to support women in their crypto and NFT journey, and want to strengthen this with the strong Seneca Women community. We hope this collection will encourage more women to get involved in this next era of financial, creative, and personal freedom."
Artists who contribute to this project, which will go live on April 25, 2022, will be featured on Nifty Gateway's marketplace, which has supported 1,000 creators and bolstered high-profile drops.
Seneca Women is a global leadership and media platform that works to advance women in the economy and around the world by amplifying the voices of women and supporting women creators. Seneca Women has sought to accelerate women's progress through signature events at Davos, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the New York Stock Exchange as well as through partnerships with organizations including Apple, Bank of America, Bloomberg, The Coca-Cola Company, Mastercard, and P&G, among others. The Seneca Women Podcast Network on iHeartMedia, launched with founding partner P&G, builds on the success of this work. Seneca Women has also recently launched The Card by Seneca Women, powered by Mastercard and Deserve, issued by Celtic Bank, a Utah-Chartered Industrial Bank, Member FDIC. It's the first card that rewards you when you shop from women-owned businesses in The Marketplace by Seneca Women.
Nifty Gateway is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to buy, sell, and store digital art and collectibles, otherwise known as Nifties (or NFTs). Nifty Gateway was founded by Duncan and Griffin Cock Foster in 2018, and acquired by Gemini in 2019, with the belief that crypto networks and the blockchain have the power to fundamentally change the art world by creating greater choice, independence, and opportunity for artists, creators, and collectors.
Gemini is a platform that allows customers to buy, sell, store, and earn cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ether, and DeFi tokens. Gemini's simple, innovative, and secure products are built to empower the individual. Gemini was founded in 2014 by twin brothers Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss.
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France: EU fraud agency investigating candidate Le Pen
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Paris prosecutors are studying a report by the European Union's fraud agency accusing French far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen and other members of her nationalist party of misusing public funds while serving in the European Parliament.
The report was disclosed by French investigative news site Mediapart days before Le Pen faces incumbent Emmanuel Macron in a runoff election Sunday that could determine Europe's future direction. Le Pen's party National Rally seeks to diminish the EU's powers.
Party lawyer Rodolphe Bosselut denied any wrongdoing, and questioned the timing of the Mediapart publication, just before the presidential runoff.
Macron, a pro-EU centrist, leads Le Pen in polls ahead of Sunday's vote, though the race is tighter than when they faced off in 2017.
EU fraud agency OLAF submitted its report last month to the Paris prosecutor's office, which is "in the course of analysing it", the prosecutor's office said on Monday.
No formal investigation has yet been opened, and no further details were released.
According to Mediapart, the OLAF report found that Le Pen, her firebrand father and party founder Jean-Marie Le Pen and other party members who served in the European Parliament used 617,000 euros of public money for "fictitious" reasons, notably for the benefit of companies close to the party.
The fraud office is reportedly seeking reimbursement of the funds and potential fraud and embezzlement charges.
OLAF accused party members of "grave violations" and said the "inappropriate behaviour" of members of National Rally — formerly called the National Front — "imperiled the reputation of the Union's institutions," according to Mediapart.
OLAF didn't immediately respond to requests for comment on Monday, a holiday in Belgium and several European countries.
It's not the first time Le Pen and her party were accused of misusing EU funds.
Among several legal affairs that have dogged her party, Le Pen was handed preliminary charges in 2018 based on a separate investigation by OLAF accusing National Rally members of using aides on the European Parliament's payroll for the party's political activity.
Le Pen, who served in the European Parliament from 2004-2017, met with supporters on Monday in the Normandy town of Saint-Pierre-en-Auge. She and Macron face a crucial debate on Wednesday.
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Leading prop-tech innovator continues its accelerated growth with the addition of Sentral Old Town, set to meet the changing lifestyle needs in Scottsdale's high-growth rental market
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sentral, the category-defining prop-tech company building the world's largest flexible living community, today announces the addition of its 12th community to its rapidly growing portfolio – Sentral Old Town in Scottsdale, Arizona. With more than 28 percent rent growth in Scottsdale from February 2021 to February 2022, the city's newest flexible living community offers designer-furnished and unfurnished apartment homes with flexible lengths of stay.
Sentral Old Town offers living and work spaces for those looking to experience the city like a local. Located near the intersection of Scottsdale and Camelback Roads in Downtown Scottsdale, the 160-unit property is just steps away from high-street retail shopping and the largest collection of upscale restaurants and nightlife destinations in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The building also offers direct access to the walking path along the Arizona Canal.
"As we continue our rapid expansion across the U.S., we are focused on desirable markets welcoming an inflow of residents and visitors," said Sentral Chief Executive Officer Jon Slavet. "Scottsdale is among the top U.S. cities with significant rental demand in the last 12 months, and we are excited to bring our flexible living concept to this dynamic market."
Since 2018, the number of digital nomads in the U.S. has more than tripled – from 4.8 million to 15.5 million according to MBO Partners. Sentral's innovative and adaptable platform allows residents and guests to customize their living experience to match their evolving lifestyle, offering any length of stay across its portfolio of urban locations within vibrant and walkable neighborhoods.
Featuring a striking design with a modern aesthetic, Sentral Old Town complements Downtown Scottsdale's high-end urban appeal. The lobby's marble floor and welcome desk present a grand sense of arrival, adjacent to a gourmet coffee lounge for those on the go in the mornings. The second floor features an elegant gathering space with a kitchen and formal dining table, billiards room, and multiple lounge and TV areas. Residents and guests can also take advantage of common areas and on-demand private rooms for remote work.
Sentral Old Town's apartments boast 9- and 10-foot ceilings with quartz countertops, wood-style flooring, walk-in closets, custom cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, smart entry locks, Nest thermostats, and personal patios or balconies. Residents and guests also have access to a resort-inspired pool; outdoor spa area with cabanas, an outdoor sundeck and a firepit; fitness center; top-floor sky lounge with panoramic views of the city and the Sonoran Desert landscape; package locker room; bike repair station; electric vehicle charging destinations; grilling stations; a wine lounge; and a pet spa.
For more information on Sentral Old Town, please visit sentral.com/scottsdale/old-town. The innovative brand currently operates in nine gateway cities: Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Scottsdale, and Seattle. Explore the future of living at Sentral.com.
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Sentral is a leading prop-tech innovator, building the world's largest flexible living community, backed by ICONIQ Capital. Sentral's network of urban residential communities redefine the way people live, travel, and work. Offering both designer-furnished and unfurnished homes with flexible lengths of stay, Sentral enables residents to live or visit amenity-rich buildings in the nation's most coveted cities, including Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Scottsdale and Seattle for any period of time, whether a night, a month or multiple years. Sentral has assembled world-class partners in technology, hospitality, and multifamily to support the business with talent, resources, and best practices. Highgate, the Bozzuto Group and Ascendant Capital Partners are investors and active board members. To date, over $700MM has been invested in this innovative flexible living platform. Sentral.com @SentralLife
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Delhi HC dismisses plea to remove election symbols from ballot papers in municipal polls
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The Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed public interest litigation seeking the removal of election symbols from the ballot papers for the municipal elections in the city.
A bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Vipin Sanghi said that it was "not impressed" by the stand taken by petitioner Alka Ghalot.
"We are dismissing it. We are not impressed by your submissions," stated the bench also comprising Justice Navin Chawla.
The petitioner, who had contested and lost the MCD polls earlier, contended that the objective behind the municipal elections is "local self-governance" which is "taken away" by the appearance of election symbols of political parties on the ballot paper.
The petitioner, represented by lawyer HS Gahlot, argued that a candidate with an existing symbol of a recognized political party gets an unfair advantage over a candidate with an unknown symbol.
It was further contended that a candidate sponsored by a recognized political party would have the advantage of having a reserved symbol which violates the basic principle of having a "level playing field".
The court asked the petitioner if political parties were banned from contesting local body elections and remarked that if the petitioner's submission is "good" then it should be applied to all other elections as well and not just municipal elections.
"He (a candidate) will not be elected if he is not popular. Independent candidates are elected very often," the court said.
The petitioner also stated that the presence of election symbols on the ballot paper was in violation of the Constitution and the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act as both of them make no reference to political parties in relation to municipal polls.
Counsel for State Election Commission Sumeet Pushkarna emphasised that there were Supreme Court orders holding that symbols were important and relevant to the elections and help the illiterate relate to their candidate of choice.
He also said that neither the Election Commission of India nor any political party was made a party to the petition.
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Sena has always received Lord Ram's blessings as it has clear conscience, says Raut in dig at MNS chief
With both MNS chief Raj Thackeray and Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray announcing their plans to visit Ayodhya, the latters colleague Sanjay Raut on Monday said his party has always received blessings of Lord Ram because of its clear conscience.Taking a dig at Raj, the Sena Rajya Sabha MP said those who visit the temple city with a political aim dont get the blessings of Lord Ram.Shiv Sainiks have often visited Ayodhya and have a strong bond with that city.
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With both MNS chief Raj Thackeray and Maharashtra minister and Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray announcing their plans to visit Ayodhya, the latter's colleague Sanjay Raut on Monday said his party has always received blessings of Lord Ram because of its clear conscience.
Taking a dig at Raj, the Sena Rajya Sabha MP said those who visit the temple city with a political aim don't get the blessings of Lord Ram.
''Shiv Sainiks have often visited Ayodhya and have a strong bond with that city. Our relations with Ayodhya are not political or from an election point of view. We used to go to Ayodhya even when we were not in power. After becoming Chief Minister, Uddhav Thackeray has gone there twice,'' he said.
''We could not go there for the past two years due to COVID-19. Taking blessings of Ram Lalla is our right. We have undertaken many works there,” Raut added.
Aaditya, the de-facto number two in the Sena, is scheduled to visit Ayodhya next month while Raj's visit is planned for June.
Aaditya's visit to Ayodhya comes at a time when his uncle appears to have taken a hardline position on Hindutva with a demand to remove loudspeakers atop mosques.
''The Shiv Sena has always got the blessings of Ayodhya and Lord Ram. This is because our conscience is clear. We go there because of faith. If you go with a political aim, then Ram Lalla will not help,” Raut said in a veiled attack on Raj.
Responding to a question on the probe against BJP leader Kirit Somaiya and his son Neil Somaiya in the alleged siphoning of funds collected for INS Vikrant, Raut said the Mumbai police's Economic Offence Wing that is investigating the case is much more capable than Enforcement Directorate or the Income Tax officials.
''What can you expect from those who have been exposed,'' he said in response to a question on BJP running a 'pol khol' (exposure of irregularities) campaign with an eye on the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections.
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NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Nielsen Holdings plc (NYSE: NLSN)'s sale to a private equity consortium led by Evergreen Coast Capital Corporation and Brookfield Business Partners L.P. together with institutional partners for $28.00 per share in cash. If you are a Nielsen shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
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Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. (NYSE: SWM)'s merger with Neenah, Inc. Following the closing of the transaction, Schweitzer-Mauduit shareholders will own approximately 58% of the combined company, and Neenah shareholders will own approximately 42% of the combined company, respectively, on a fully diluted basis. If you are a Schweitzer-Mauduit shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
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Mexican president calls defeat of key power bill "treason"
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Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Monday said a vote on Sunday night by opposition lawmakers that defeated his planned constitutional overhaul of the electricity market was an act of "treason."
"I believe that yesterday was an act of treason against Mexico committed by a group of legislators who, instead of defending the interests of the people ... became outright defenders of foreign companies," he told a news conference.
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World News Roundup: Putin discusses Russia-Ukraine talks, Middle East with Palestinian leader Abbas; Sri Lankan president digs in heels, expands cabinet ahead of IMF talks and more
Campbell and Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink will lead a delegation that includes Department of Defense and U.S. Agency for International Development officials to three countries: the Solomon Islands, Fiji and Papua New Guinea, the White House National Security Council said in a statement. Second Global COVID-19 Summit scheduled for May 12 A second Global COVID-19 Summit will be held virtually next month for countries to discuss efforts to end the pandemic and prepare for future health threats, according to a joint statement on Monday.
Following is a summary of current world news briefs.
Putin discusses Russia-Ukraine talks, Middle East with Palestinian leader Abbas
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas about negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, the Kremlin said on Monday. They also talked about "the problems of the Middle East settlement in the context of escalating tensions in the West Bank and East Jerusalem", the Kremlin said.
Sri Lankan president digs in heels, expands cabinet ahead of IMF talks
Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa announced 17 new ministerial appointments on Monday - but notably left out some members of his own family in the wake of protests over the government's handling of a devastating economic crisis. The president and his elder brother, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, will stay on despite demands from protesters and the opposition for them to quit. Rajapaksa has governed the South Asian island nation since 2019 with numerous other family members in top government positions.
Four civilians shot dead while fleeing town in Ukraine's Luhansk region - governor
Four civilians were shot dead while trying to flee by car from the town of Kreminna in Ukraine's eastern Luhansk region during a Russian attack, regional governor Serhiy Gaidai said in a post on messaging app Telegram on Monday. A fourth person was seriously injured, he said. Reuters could not independently verify the information.
COVID-shaming pits neighbor against neighbor in locked-down Shanghai
The tensions of lockdown have exposed divisions among Shanghai residents, pitting young against old, locals against outsiders, and above all, COVID-negative against COVID-positive people. Shanghai's 25 million people, most of whom live in apartment blocks, have forged new communal bonds during the city's coronavirus outbreak, through barter and group buying and setting up food-sharing stations.
U.S. envoy vows 'strongest possible deterrent' over N.Korea weapons tests
The United States and South Korea would maintain the "strongest possible joint deterrent" over North Korea's "escalatory actions", the U.S. envoy on North Korea said on Monday, amid concerns that Pyongyang was preparing to resume nuclear testing. U.S. Special Representative Sung Kim and his deputy, Jung Pak, met South Korean officials, including nuclear envoy Noh Kyu-duk, after arriving in Seoul early on Monday for a five-day visit.
Vietnam arrests former coast guard chief over 'embezzlement' case
Vietnam's Defence Ministry has detained a former commander of its coast guard on suspicion of embezzlement, the government said on Monday, the latest arrest as the ruling Communist Party intensifies its long-running crackdown on graft.
Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Son was arrested last Wednesday along with six other senior coast guard officials for their involvement in an "embezzlement case", the government said in a statement, which did not elaborate on the alleged offense.
Serbia accuses Ukraine and an unnamed EU country of Air Serbia bomb hoaxes
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic accused Ukraine and an unidentified EU country of being behind a series of hoax bomb threats against Air Serbia planes. Since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in late February, more than a dozen Air Serbia flights have been forced to return to Belgrade or Moscow due to bomb threats, and Belgrade's airport was evacuated at least three times.
Senior U.S. officials to visit the Solomon Islands amid China's security concerns
White House Indo-Pacific coordinator Kurt Campbell and the State Department's top official for Asia will travel this week to the Solomon Islands, the White House said on Monday, amid concerns that the Pacific Island country is making a security pact with China. Campbell and Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink will lead a delegation that includes Department of Defense and U.S. Agency for International Development officials to three countries: the Solomon Islands, Fiji and Papua New Guinea, the White House National Security Council said in a statement.
Second Global COVID-19 Summit scheduled for May 12
A second Global COVID-19 Summit will be held virtually next month for countries to discuss efforts to end the pandemic and prepare for future health threats, according to a joint statement on Monday. "The emergence and spread of new variants, like Omicron, have reinforced the need for a strategy aimed at controlling COVID-19 worldwide," the White House said in a news release with the Group of Seven and Group of 20 nations.
Russia hits targets across Ukraine, fighters cling on in Mariupol
Russia said on Monday it had hit hundreds of military targets in Ukraine overnight, destroying command posts with air-launched missiles, while authorities in the western city of Lviv, which had escaped heavy bombardment, said a missile attack killed seven. The Russian defence ministry said in a statement it had destroyed 16 Ukrainian military facilities in the Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions and in the port of Mykolayiv, in the south and east of the country.
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Strictest punishment should be given to those involved in Jahangirpuri violence: AAP
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The AAP on Monday said those involved in the violence during a Hanuman Jayanti procession in the national capital should be given the ''strictest punishment'' and Union Home Minister Amit Shah should take steps to improve the law and order situation in the city.
Replying to a question at a press conference, Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain said the law and order situation in the national capital is not good. The Delhi Police functions under the Union Home Ministry.
In the backdrop of recent incidents of communal violence in other parts of the country, the senior AAP leader also said the BJP should ensure that the law and order situation was improved in all the states under its rule.
Asked about the BJP's allegation that one of the accused in the Jahangirpuri violence was associated with the AAP, Jain said, ''I think he must be linked to the BJP since the BJP knows what's the inside story.'' In the same vein, the AAP leader, ''What I am saying is that no matter which party he is associated with, he should be given the strictest punishment, double punishment.'' Delhi BJP president Adesh Gupta had on Sunday alleged that the violence in Jahangirpuri was the result of the AAP government aiding illegal stay of Rohingya and Bangladeshi immigrants.
The BJP leader had also alleged that one of the arrested accused in the violence was an AAP activist.
''Law and order situation is not good in Delhi,'' Jain said.
''Ask home minister, under whom the (Delhi) police comes, why he is not improving the law and order situation,'' the AAP leader added.
He said there was a need to improve law and order situation in Delhi.
''Not just in Delhi, the BJP should improve the law and order situation in all the states it is ruling,'' he said.
Eight police personnel and a local were injured in stone-pelting and arson after clashes broke out between two communities in Jahangirpuri during a Hanuman Jayanti procession on Saturday evening. Some vehicles were also torched.
Earlier on Monday, Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana said 23 people from both the communities have been arrested so far in connection with the Jahangirpuri violence, and refuted claims that attempts were made to hoist saffron flags at a mosque during the Hanuman Jayanti procession on Saturday.
During a media briefing, Asthana asserted that those involved in the violent clashes will not be spared irrespective of class, creed or religion.
The AAP had on Sunday alleged that the BJP was behind the violence.
In a statement, the party said it celebrated Hanuman Jayanti and took out a procession in Greater Kailash which saw ''heartwarming'' interfaith bonding and respect.
The Delhi government also organised recitation of Sundarkand in the Gole Market area later in the day on Saturday, the party said.
''Why is it that such violence doesn't take place in AAP's events and only happens when BJP organises it?'' it asked.
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NEW YORK , April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
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IWPC elects office bearers for 2022-23
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Senior journalist Shobhna Jain was elected as the president of the Indian Women Press Corps, while Parul Sharma and Huma Siddiqui were elected as vice presidents.
Senior journalists Simran Sodhi and Sunita Vakil were elected as general secretary and joint secretary respectively.
Among the executive committee members elected included Mona Parthasarathi, Sujata Shakeel, Sujata Mathur, Narayani Ganesh and Puja Mehra.
The elections to the Managing Committee of the Indian Women’s Press Corps were held on April 16.
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AIMIM chief corners Centre over Jahangirpuri clash
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday spoke on the Jahangirpuri clash that occurred in the national capital and said that under the rule of the Centre, as many as four clashes have taken place in the national capital.
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AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday spoke on the Jahangirpuri clash that occurred in the national capital and said that under the rule of the Centre, as many as four clashes have taken place in the national capital. He raised questions over allegedly taking weapons during a religious procession in the national capital's Jahangirpuri area.
Addressing a press conference today, Owaisi said, "Delhi is a Union Territory that is directly under the control of the Ministry of Home Affairs. Under the current Central government's regime, however, four clashes have been carried out in the national capital. These are lawyers' protest in 2020 outside Tis Hazari court, North-East Delhi Violence in 2020, Republic Day protests by farmer unions and now, Jahangirpuri clash." Coming to prime accused Ansar's defence, Owaisi claimed that 'selective action' was being undertaken by the Delhi Police. "Ansar has been made as the made accused in the probe. That kid Ansar is being arrested. It is a selective arrest and action. I am saying this openly. Delhi police are carrying out a selective action. Ansar is not the accused, he has controlled the mob. Media channels are showing selective things," Owaisi said.
The Delhi Police has claimed to have arrested Ansar, one of the conspirators of the Jahangirpuri violence in Delhi that broke out between two groups during a religious procession on Saturday evening, and 13 other suspects. According to the police, Ansar was found to be previously involved in two cases of assault. Owaisi today further claimed that the Delhi Police has arrested 14 people from the Muslim community and two have been apprehended as they are juveniles.
"It is crystal clear that the government wanted violence in the national capital. Communal violence cannot take place without the government's support. Communal violence is mostly taken out from religious processions. The Centre should be held responsible for the Jahangirpuri clash. Further, the Aam Aadmi Party-led Arvind Kejriwal is busy blaming Muslims in the area. Delhi CM is double-faced. He will try to please Hindus whenever he likes," he said. Today afternoon, bricks were allegedly thrown at the Delhi Police Crime Branch team, who were probing the Jahangirpuri violence case in the area. One person has been detained in the incident.
Further, on Monday morning, Delhi Commissioner of Police of North West Delhi, Usha Rangnani, informed that during the probe of the Jahangirpuri violence case, one more accused, namely a 36-year-old Sheikh Hameed, has been arrested. "He is a scrap dealer. During interrogation, he disclosed that he had supplied bottles that were used for pelting during the incident, " the police said. With this fresh arrest, 23 accused have been arrested till now in the violence case. Nine people, including police personnel and one civilian, have received injuries during the incident. The case of communal clashes in northwest Delhi's Jahangirpuri are being investigated by the Crime Branch of the Delhi Police, an official said on Monday. (ANI)
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MUMBAI, India, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Actress Shilpa Shetty has teamed up with VFX industry veteran Sandeep Mane who helms as Managing Director of the company. With a career spanning over 15 years in the field of VFX, Sandeep Mane brings a vast amount of experience along with a very talented senior team under his umbrella. He has worked on blockbuster movies such as Bahubali 2, Bajirao Mastani, Padmavat, Simmba, Dangal, Housefull 3, Golmaal Again and many more. Before joining SVS, Sandeep has worked for companies such as Prime Focus, NY Vfxwaala and Anibrain.
SVS Studio is located in the heart of the film industry in Andheri West, Mumbai India.
Founder Chairman Shilpa Shetty Kundra said, "I am excited to venture into the VFX industry, being a part of the film industry I understand the importance of good VFX it can make or break a movie. Our focus is on providing production houses in India and across the globe with world class quality VFX."
Managing Director Sandeep Mane said, "The AVGC industry is booming we plan to create more employment, train & develop skills & invest in new age technology to stay ahead of the ever-evolving VFX industry providing production houses with end-to-end solutions."
About SVS Studios Pvt Ltd
SVS Studio Pvt Ltd is a one stop VFX production facility promoted by Bollywood Superstar, Shilpa Shetty Kundra along with leading Indian VFX expert, Sandeep Mane. SVS focusses on VFX Heavy, High Concept Projects for the Indian & Global Market. We work on numerous Hollywood projects as outsource partners for some of the world's best and reputed studios.
Our custom-made pipeline allows us to use production resources throughout the world and tailor each production to our client's needs by hand picking the most skilled and efficient artists for the job. With our talented senior artists in house trained and specialised in using the latest technology we can handle all your VFX needs under one roof. We follow strict international security protocols and use licensed software only whilst building our own tools and virtual VFX cloud systems in house.
All the above helps make SVS a flexible and cost-efficient studio with a firm focus on world class VFX.
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Mexican president slams opposition for defeating power bill, sees "treason"
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Monday slammed opposition lawmakers for voting down his planned constitutional overhaul of the electricity market, labeling it an act of "treason." Lopez Obrador has spent months championing the bill that would have tightened state control of Mexico's power market, but opposition lawmakers united on Sunday night to defeat the legislation that needed a two-thirds majority to pass.
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Monday slammed opposition lawmakers for voting down his planned constitutional overhaul of the electricity market, labeling it an act of "treason."
Lopez Obrador has spent months championing the bill that would have tightened state control of Mexico's power market, but opposition lawmakers united on Sunday night to defeat the legislation that needed a two-thirds majority to pass. "I believe that yesterday was an act of treason against Mexico committed by a group of legislators who, instead of defending the interests of the people ... became outright defenders of foreign companies," Lopez Obrador said.
Lopez Obrador's National Regeneration Movement (MORENA) and its allies fell nearly 60 votes short of the two-thirds total required in the lower house of Congress. Speaking at a regular news conference, the president struck a defiant tone, vowing "this is just the beginning," and urging lawmakers to get behind a separate bill he wants debated on Monday that will nationalize Mexico's lithium reserves.
Lopez Obrador's proposed market changes would have done away with a requirement that state-run utility Comision Federal de Electricidad (CFE) sell the cheapest electricity first. Under the bill, the CFE would also have been set to generate a minimum of 54% of the country's total electricity.
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A news report by WFP China COE: The World Food Programme (WFP)-China South-South Cooperation Knowledge Sharing Platform (www.wfpchinacoe.net) launch ceremony was held at the UN Compound on April 15, 2022.
BEIJING, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Food Programme (WFP)-China South-South Cooperation (SSC) Knowledge Sharing Platform (www.wfpchinacoe.net) launch ceremony was held at the UN Compound on April 15, 2022. More than 100 representatives from Chinese government, foreign missions in China, international organizations and academia, attended the event either online or in person.
The platform was supported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People's Republic of China (MARA), and jointly developed by WFP Centre of Excellence for Rural Transformation (WFP China COE) and China Internet Information Center (CIIC).
Visitors can access information on the platform about China's experiences and solutions in the following four thematic areas: Value Chain Development for Smallholders, Post-harvest Loss Management and Food Systems, Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Resilience, and Innovative Poverty Alleviation Initiative. These can help empower them to enhance food security in their local areas.
The platform also offers Cloud School, an inclusive digital education space, which features programmes that are tailored to the needs of participants of all levels. It is a response to the rising demand for China's vetted knowledge about food security, nutrition improvement, poverty alleviation and rural transformation. Courses offered in Cloud School reflect WFP China COE's work on the four thematic areas, as well as the value chain development in rice, Juncao and cassava. Certificates of completion are awarded to those who successfully finish them.
Xie Jianmin, Counsel (Director-General Level) of Department of International Cooperation, MARA, noted that the WFP-China SSC Knowledge Sharing Platform, as a knowledge hub, will make contributions to food security and nutrition improvement by enabling visitors to learn about experiences and practices related to China's agricultural and rural development.
Du Zhanyuan, President of China International Communications Group (CICG), said CICG will take new formats such as digital media and publishing as an important developing direction to provide digital support for South-South cooperation projects, promote capacity-building and knowledge sharing for development in developing countries, and promote more inclusive and sustainable digital economic cooperation with partners together.
Cao Yingjun, Acting Director General of China's National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration's Department of International Cooperation, emphasised that the Administration is willing to share and exchange China's experience with other countries in ensuring food security and advancing the transformation of the food system, and make joint contributions to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Rahamtalla Osman, Representative of the African Union to China, observed that the website's educational programmes will enhance South-South and triangular cooperation between China and Africa.
Siddharth Chatterjee, UN Resident Coordinator in China, remarked that China has an important opportunity and responsibility to lead and guide other developing countries, leveraging its experience, expertise, and resources to serve and benefit the Global South.
Qu Sixi, Representative of WFP China, concluded in his video remarks that the Knowledge Sharing Platform provides a digitalised space for WFP China COE to boost operational engagement related to South-South and triangular cooperation. It's a viable pathway to address common challenges and to accelerate progress towards zero hunger.
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Cong leader Adhir Chowdhury writes to Amit Shah for early resolution of Naga issue
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Leader of the Congress in Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday urging him to implement the two agreements signed between the central government and the Naga groups for resolving the Naga issue.
Chowdhury said the late Rajiv Gandhi had offered to hold unconditional talks with Naga insurgents over three decades ago and the negotiations started in 1997.
''At present, we have two official agreements between the central government and Naga insurgents -- the framework agreement signed at the residence of Prime Minister on August 3, 2015 between R N Ravi, Interlocutor, and Th. Muivah, General Secretary of NSCN (IM), and the agreed points signed between R N Ravi and the working committee of six factions of Naga Nation Political Groups (NNPGs) on November 17, 2017,'' he said.
''Stakeholders, after consideration of the agreed points, are demanding for implementation of the agreements. In view of the above, I request you to kindly implement the above mentioned agreements so that the Nagaland issue is resolved,'' Chowdhury said in his letter to Shah.
He also said that Governor Ravi, in his address to the Nagaland Assembly in February 2021, had declared that the talks have concluded.
''Thereafter, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio moved a resolution demanding resumption of talks instead of endorsing the implementation of agreements. This is what we call a flip-flop,'' the Congress leader alleged.
The Naga issue has been pending for long and peace talks have been stuck over some matters.
The Centre has been holding peace talks with various factions of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) and the Naga National Political Groups for resolution to the Naga issue and bringing peace to Nagaland.
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Sperry has pledged to reduce water usage by 1 million gallons annually, and minimize packaging waste with a focus on eliminating single-use plastic
WALTHAM, Mass., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sperry, the American heritage footwear brand launched in 1935 by inventor and sailor Paul Sperry, is introducing a new purpose platform – All For Water, Water For All – in celebration of this year's Earth Week, kicking off today through April 22. The initiative expresses the brand's commitment to a more sustainable future, and Sperry's declaration that all people are welcome on the water and should have access and the ability to enjoy it.
Focusing on sustainability without compromising style, Sperry has dramatically expanded its SeaCycledTM collection -- a range of footwear made with recycled and eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes. This season's innovation includes recycled canvas uppers made with 100% recycled polyester (rPET). On average, the equivalent of 12 recycled plastic bottles is used to make one pair of shoes. Reclaimed leathers made from repurposed leather waste and recycled rubber outsoles that keep rubber out of landfills are also used in the SeaCycledTM range. By 2024 Sperry's goal is that 50% of the models produced will be part of the SeaCycledTM Collection.
"Sperry's customers want sustainable products but are willing to make zero compromises. They need to look good, be made well, and be offered at the same price," says Sean McDowell, SVP of Global Product, Sperry. "With these qualifications in mind, we have proudly designed several undyed styles that celebrate the materials while using less water and energy, and producing less waste."
To help educate and inspire consumers, Sperry has partnered with PangeaSeed Foundation, an international nonprofit organization that utilizes the universal power of art to further the conservation of our oceans. Leaning on their global network of creatives, they have chosen four artists from around the world to create a series of animations reimagining the science behind Sperry's seasonal innovations.
Sperry has also renewed its partnership with Waterkeeper Alliance, a U.S.-based global movement that unites more than 300 community-based Waterkeepers around the world to preserve and protect everyone's right to clean water. They will partner at the grassroots level to raise awareness and connect communities to their waterways with clean-up events as well as educational opportunities for Sperry employees and consumers, with a goal of creating lasting change. "Protecting and sustainably managing water, our most essential natural resource, is a responsibility that is shared by everyone," said Marc Yaggi, CEO, Waterkeeper Alliance. "Our partnership with Sperry will highlight the importance of engagement at all levels, the impact of our actions, and how incremental change can lead to long-term solutions and tangible results."
Key styles in the 2022 SeaCycled TM collection include the Authentic Original Boat Shoe – Sperry's classic boat shoe made with reclaimed leather uppers in handsewn construction; the Captain's Moc - inspired by Sperry's iconic Captain's Oxford shoe with upper, linings, and laces made from 100% recycled polyester, and a lightweight EVA outsole; and the Soletide Racy – a sporty low-profile sneaker made with reclaimed leather uppers and recycled rubber outsoles. Prices range from $59-$95.
Sperry SeaCycledTM styles are sold on Sperry.com and at select retailers, with new styles launching throughout the season.
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Britons captured in Ukraine appear on Russian TV, ask for swap with Putin ally
The unidentified man shown on Russian state TV was seen showing the two Britons a video on his mobile phone of Medvedchuk's wife, Oksana, making an appeal over the weekend for her husband to be swapped for the two British nationals. APPEALS TO BORIS JOHNSON Three days after Russia moved its forces into Ukraine on Feb. 24, Ukraine said Medvedchuk had escaped from house arrest.
Two British fighters captured in Ukraine by Russian forces appeared on Russian state TV on Monday and asked to be exchanged for a Ukrainian ally of President Vladimir Putin who is being held by the Ukrainian authorities. It was unclear how freely the two men - Shaun Pinner and Aiden Aslin - were able to talk. Both spoke separately after being prompted by an unidentified man. The footage was broadcast on the Rossiya 24 state TV channel.
The two men asked British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to exchange them for pro-Russian politician Viktor Medvedchuk. Medvedchuk was shown asking to be swapped too in a video released around the same time on Monday by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service via social media.
Medvedchuk, in his appeal to Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskiy, asked to be exchanged for the "defenders of Mariupol and its citizens who are there today and have no opportunity for a safe exit through a humanitarian corridor." Medvedchuk is the leader of Ukraine's Opposition Platform - For Life party and an ally of Putin who spent years advocating closer ties between Russia and Ukraine.
Both Pinner and Aslin fought on the Ukrainian side in Mariupol, which is now almost entirely under Russian control apart from the sprawling Azovstal steelworks where some Ukrainian fighters remained holed up. The unidentified man shown on Russian state TV was seen showing the two Britons a video on his mobile phone of Medvedchuk's wife, Oksana, making an appeal over the weekend for her husband to be swapped for the two British nationals.
APPEALS TO BORIS JOHNSON Three days after Russia moved its forces into Ukraine on Feb. 24, Ukraine said Medvedchuk had escaped from house arrest. He had been confined to his home in May 2021 and charged with high treason and later with aiding terrorism.
The pro-Russian figure, who says Putin is godfather to his daughter, has denied wrongdoing and alleged that he is the victim of politically-motivated repression. He was captured by Ukraine last week. "I understand the situation," Pinner, who was wearing a blue hooded top and looked tired and nervous, said after being shown the video.
"I'd like to appeal to the (British) government to send me back home, I'd like to see my wife again," he said. Pinner made a direct appeal to Johnson which he said was on behalf of himself and Aslin.
"We look to exchange myself and Aiden Aslin for Mr Medvedchuk. Obviously I would really appreciate your help in this matter," he said, saying he spoke a little Russian and had been treated well. The unidentified man was then shown speaking to Aslin, who was sat on a chair wearing a T-shirt bearing the emblem of Ukraine's far-right Azov battalion.
"I think that Boris (Johnson) needs to listen to what Oksana (Medvedchuk's wife) has said," said Aslin, who looked nervous. "If Boris Johnson really does care like he says he does about British citizens then he would help pressure Zelenskiy to do the right thing and return Viktor to his family and return us to our families."
The British Foreign Office had no immediate comment on the footage but released a statement made by the Pinner family. "Our family is currently working with the Foreign Office along with the family of Aiden Aslin who is also being held by the Russian Army to ensure their rights as Prisoners Of War are upheld according to the Geneva Convention," the statement said.
Russia has said it will keep a close eye on Medvedchuk's fate and last week told Ukraine "to watch out" after Kyiv captured him and released photographs of him in handcuffs.
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HOUSTON, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sterling Group, a Houston-based, operationally focused middle market private equity firm, announces the additions of Meghan Leggett as Director, and Jared North as Director, Sourcing, as well as six internal promotions: John Griffin has been promoted to Director; Steven Hirsch to Director; Nate Reeve to Principal; Annika Ward to Vice President, Management Company Accounting; Jared Bell to Vice President; and Christine Shtepani to Vice President, Sourcing.
"Each of these talented individuals has made tremendous contributions to the firm and we look forward to their continued success in their new roles," said Brad Staller, Partner at The Sterling Group.
Meghan Leggett, Director, joins Sterling from White Deer Energy where she was a Managing Director focused on investing in products and services businesses in the energy, industrials and infrastructure end markets. Jared North, Director, Sourcing, joined Sterling in March to expand the firm's sourcing efforts in the Northeast. Prior to Sterling, he spent twelve years in investment banking, most recently with Stifel and RBC Capital Markets in New York, advising clients on acquisitions, divestitures and financings across the Diversified Industrials sector.
To learn more about a career at The Sterling Group, please visit www.sterling-group.com/careers/ or contact Claudine Lussier at clussier@sterling-group.com.
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Founded in 1982, The Sterling Group is a private equity investment firm that targets controlling interests in basic manufacturing, distribution, and industrial services companies. Typical enterprise values of these companies at initial formation range from $100 million to $750 million. Sterling has sponsored the buyout of 62 platform companies and numerous add-on acquisitions for a total transaction value of over $14.0 billion. Sterling recently closed its fifth investment fund with $2.0 billion in commitments and currently has over $5.7 billion of assets under management. For further information, please visit sterling-group.com.
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Company Network Has Grown by 25% in Last Two Years
GILBERT, Ariz., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SYNERGY HomeCare, the fastest growing home care franchisor in the nation and an Entrepreneur Franchise 500 company, has sold more than 100 new territories in the last two years, increasing its system size by 25% since March 2020.
In 2021, SYNERGY HomeCare sold 52 territories, a 36.8% increase over 2020, when the franchisor inked an industry-leading 38 territories. The 2020 sales were more than any other home care franchisor according to a review of franchise disclosure documents (FDDs) and other public records of all home care franchisors who are members of the International Franchise Association (IFA).
SYNERGY HomeCare, which began franchising in 2005, sold nine new territories in the first quarter of 2022, and expanded operations in several top 50 DMAs including:
- Leesburg, VA
- Fort Collins, CO
- Kissimmee, FL
- Fort Mill, SC
- Virginia Beach, VA
These densely populated areas, popular with retirees, create a robust environment for both caregiver recruitment and client demand. AARP reports that the 65-plus population will grow by 30.4% to 73 million by 2030 and that 90% of this group wants to "age in place."
"Demand for home care remains high post-pandemic, due to demographics as well as an increasing desire to age in place, both of which are fueling our pipeline. Compassionate entrepreneurs recognize the unique opportunity in the home care segment, to not only build a business, but to make a difference in their community," said Charlie Young, CEO of SYNERGY HomeCare. "During the past two years, we have enhanced our onboarding system to help our franchise partners quickly establish a strong base of operations for client acquisition and caregiver recruitment.
"In addition, we have elevated the level of support we are able to offer across the enterprise. Our franchisees have given us high marks in the third-party Franchise Business Review (FBR) satisfaction surveys, which adds to our overall value proposition."
Young pointed out that the most recent FBR survey showed significant improvement in overall satisfaction vs. prior year, with SYNERGY HomeCare outpacing the FBR benchmark, representative of 27,000 franchisees across all industries.
A key service line investment area for the brand is the coming launch of its expanded Memory Care program this spring. The broad-ranging initiative will include enhanced caregiver training, innovative technology tools for clients, as well as extensive family-support resources.
Additionally, SYNERGY HomeCare franchisees will benefit from the roll-out of the brand's new Recruiting Management System (RMS) technology platform, designed to streamline the hiring process to support continued growth in client demand.
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SYNERGY HomeCare is the fastest-growing national franchisors of home care services with approximately 190 franchisees operating in more than 400 territories across the U.S. The company provides a broad range of non-medical services including personal care, companion care, memory care, and specialized care for individuals who are physically or developmentally disabled, living with chronic health conditions or recovering from illness or surgery. No matter what each person's circumstances are, SYNERGY HomeCare steps in with effective, comforting, life-affirming care that moves people emotionally and physically forward. For more information visit SYNERGYHomecare.com.
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Faced with criticism, Le Pen allies tone down rhetoric on proposed hijab ban
The remarks, on one of the main issues of dispute in French politics in recent years, marked a shift in tone as the far-right core of Le Pen's programme comes under closer scrutiny less than a week ahead of the final presidential vote. Louis Aliot, the far-right mayor of Perpignan and former life companion of Le Pen, said in an interview with France Inter radio that the hijab ban was one of several political tools to fight "Islamism", but that its implementation needed to come "progressively".
A planned hijab ban if French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen is elected would come "little by little" and would be determined by lawmakers, her allies said on Monday of a move critics and allies alike said would be hard to implement. The remarks, on one of the main issues of dispute in French politics in recent years, marked a shift in tone as the far-right core of Le Pen's programme comes under closer scrutiny less than a week ahead of the final presidential vote.
Louis Aliot, the far-right mayor of Perpignan and former life companion of Le Pen, said in an interview with France Inter radio that the hijab ban was one of several political tools to fight "Islamism", but that its implementation needed to come "progressively". The ban should target state-run services first, he said, before being widened "little by little". "There will be a debate in parliament and then, the choice will be made," he said.
Another Le Pen ally, David Rachline, the mayor of the Mediterranean town of Frejus, also on Monday appeared to soften his stance. "We don't want to attack people... all those women wearing a hijab are not Islamists", he said. Le Pen has previously said that the hijab could not be viewed as the sign of a person's religious belief, but was an "Islamist uniform" that needed to be banned from French public space.
She has in recent years moved to soften her image, shifting her focus away from identity issues towards purchasing power, the number one priority for French voters, but she has not shed far-right policies from her election programme. Issues linked to France's Muslim population, one of the largest in Europe, have become a hot-button issue in a country that has seen a series of deadly extremist attacks in recent years.
Lawyers in France have said banning the hijab would be targeted discrimination against Muslim women and violate the French constitution. Le Pen's rival President Emmanuel Macron last week met a woman on the campaign trail who told him she wore the headscarf by her own choice and viewed herself as a "feminist", to which Macron replied: "This is the best answer to all the nonsense."
In contrast, Le Pen on Friday looked sheepish https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIBE7TdXz6U when she was approached by a woman wearing a hijab before cameras, who told her to "leave the Muslims alone", adding: "We are French, we love this country". A day after the incident, Le Pen said she acknowledged that the issue was "complex", adding that parliament would have its say on the decision and that, thanks to her suggested citizens' referendum, any unwanted law could be revoked.
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One of the World's Leading Technology Companies Engages a New Organizational Strategy to Support the Next Phase of Growth
CORONA, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL®, one of the world's best-selling consumer electronics brands and leading technology companies, today announced the appointment of Chris Hamdorf to Senior Vice President for North America. As TCL diversifies its product line and aggressively climbs the ranks of America's top electronics brands, he will play a vital role in taking the forward-thinking organization to the next level. With a notable career in the CE industry, Chris brings more than 20 years of success in sales and marketing to TCL.
Before joining the TCL team, Chris was most recently Senior Vice President of Sales at LG, after holding key sales and management positions at Sharp, Whirlpool, Maytag, and Amana. As an esteemed electronics and appliance industry sales veteran, he has extensive expertise in go-to-market and channel strategy creation, team leadership, customer relationship management, account planning, data-driven decision making and consumer-focused marketing development. Chris will take the reins on developing and executing TCL's plans to become America's preferred electronics brand.
"As TCL continues to expand its product portfolio and drive new, big screen TV technologies, we must prepare for continued brand growth and ensure we that we have the leadership talent to guide us. With Chris' experience and wide range of skills, he is the perfect addition to help TCL own the living room and lead us into this next phase of growth." said Michelle Mao, President, TCL. "TCL has been one of North America's leading consumer electronics brands, achieving the number two market share position in Television. This ongoing success is contingent on our ability to attract and retain prime talent, as well as deliver best-in-class products to our customers. I am confident that our new executive team will allow us to continue to elevate the TCL brand."
With the enormous success of TCL's television business, TCL recently added a premium lineup of audio and home appliance products to make it one of America's fastest-growing consumer electronics brands based on year-over-year growth and sales. The TCL Roku TV and Google TV product lines have been awarded several industry accolades from leading media outlets like CNET, Digital Trends, PCMag.com, Reviewed.com and USA Today, providing a premier smart television experience. Looking toward the future, TCL will continue pushing the limits of what TVs can do by delivering larger screens with more advanced picture technology to truly bring the cinema experience into homes across the country.
"I am thrilled to join a world class organization like TCL and lead this accomplished group of sales and marketing professionals they've assembled during the company's rapid climb to the top," said Chris Hamdorf, Senior Vice President, TCL. "TCL's global and domestic growth over the past few years has been exponential – a testament to the talented team and outstanding product lineup – and I look forward to taking on their aggressive goals as we enter this new chapter together. I plan to continue TCL's upward trajectory and pave a way for even more success as its home theater and home comfort divisions develop and further solidify TCL as one of the world's premier consumer electronics brands."
To ensure TCL North America has the talent to build on its successes, the executive team has been further expanded with the additions of Chris Hogan as Vice President of Sales for Smart Home and Scott Ramirez as Vice President of Product Marketing and Development for Home Theater.
Chris Hogan
The company has appointed Chris Hogan to Vice President of Sales for Smart Home. Throughout his esteemed career, Hogan has held positions in Sales and Sales management for a variety of leading electronics and appliance brands. Before joining the TCL team, Hogan was most recently Sr. Director of Sales at Midea America Corporation, after spending successful stints at Sharp, LG, and Samsung.
Scott Ramirez
Rounding out the team, the company has appointed Scott Ramirez as Vice President of Product Marketing and Development for Home Theater. Ramirez brings more than two decades of leadership, product management and sales experience to his new VP role, including almost 20 years at Toshiba. Most recently, Ramirez served as Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing for Konka North America, where he held overall responsibility for brand strategy, distribution, business and product planning, product and channel marketing, as well as marketing communications.
To learn more about TCL and its products, visit www.tcl.com.
About TCL
TCL empowers customers to enjoy more. With a lineup of award-winning televisions, audio products, mobile devices, and appliances, TCL takes pride in delivering meaningful experiences by combining thoughtful design and the latest technology. As one of the world's largest consumer electronics brands, our extensive manufacturing expertise, a vertically integrated supply chain, and state-of-the-art panel factory, helps TCL deliver innovation for all.
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Proceedings on suit against Stalin, son-in-law stayed
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A division bench of the Madras High Court on Monday stayed the civil proceedings initiated by AIADMK leader and former Tamil Nadu Assembly Deputy Speaker Pollachi V Jayaraman against Chief Minister M K Stalin, his son-in-law V Sabarisan and others, demanding damages in connection with a sexual harassment case in Coimbatore district.
The bench of Justices M Duraiswamy and T V Thamilselvi granted the injunction while passing interim orders on an application from Sabarisan, today.
Jayaraman had moved the High Court with a civil suit demanding Rs one crore towards damages from Stalin, DMK President and then Leader of the Opposition and others, allegedly for linking him with the infamous sexual harassment case in Pollachi, which rocked the state in early 2019.
According to Jayaraman, based on false reports, Stalin had made incorrect speeches linking his son with the sexual abuse case and accused him of attempting to 'protect' him. The speeches were telecast in party organ Kalaignar TV and published by the respective magazines. They were intended to tarnish his image and reputation, Jayaraman had contended and sought to restrain the defendants in the suit from making or publishing false and defamatory statements against him in any manner.
Aggrieved, Sabarisan filed the present application, contending that the same had been instituted with unclean hands by the plaintiff. It was politically motivated as he happened to be the son-in-law of Stalin. The suit, which was devoid of any cause of action, had been filed against him in a mischievous manner only in order to defame and cause hardship to him due to his relation with Stalin. The plaintiff had attempted to create an illusory cause of action by making reckless statements in the plaint that he had published the said news in a vernacular daily. There being no connection between him and the publication, his name was liable to be removed from the array of defendants in the suit, he had contended.
After granting the stay today, the bench adjourned the matter till June 10.
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'Mera tohfa, meri marzi', says former Pakistan PM on Toshakhana controversy
Responding to the controversy surrounding the selling of gifts from Toshakhana, former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan on Monday said they were his gifts, so it was his choice whether to keep them or not.
According to Pakistan's law, any gift received from dignitaries of a foreign state must be put in the state depository or the Toshakhana.
''Mera tohfa, meri marzi [my gift, my choice],'' Geo News Pakistan quoted Khan -- the first Pakistani prime minister to be ousted through a no-confidence motion -- as saying during an informal conversation.
The cricketer-turned-politician, in a response to allegations levelled by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), stated that his rival party’s allegations regarding selling gifts from Toshakhana were baseless as whatever he ''bought from Toshakhana is on record and if anyone has an evidence regarding corruption, he should come forward''.
“I thank God, that in three years (of rule), all they have got against me is this Toshakhana gift scandal, which is already on record,” ARY News Pakistan quoted Khan as saying.
''I deposited a gift sent by a president at my residence. Whatever I took from Toshakana is on record. I purchased the gifts after paying 50 per cent of the cost,'' Khan said.
''Had I wanted to make money, I would have declared my house as a camp office but I did not,'' the chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party added.
The recently ousted prime minister maintained that he was well within his right to buy those gifts according to law and that he in fact changed the rules and made it mandatory for officials to pay at least 50 per cent of the value of the gift which was 25 per cent earlier.
The issue came to light last week when Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Khan during his tenure sold Toshakhana gifts worth Rs 140 million in Dubai.
According to Pakistani media reports, the former premier received 58 gifts worth more than Rs 140 million from the world leaders during his three-and-a-half-year stint and retained all of them either by paying a negligible amount or even without any payment.
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U.S. Supreme Court snubs challenge to state and local tax cap
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a bid by four Democratic-leaning states to lift a cap on federal deductions for state and local taxes put in place as part of a 2017 tax overhaul under Republican former President Donald Trump. The justices turned away an appeal by New York, Connecticut, Maryland and New Jersey after a lower court threw out their lawsuit.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a bid by four Democratic-leaning states to lift a cap on federal deductions for state and local taxes put in place as part of a 2017 tax overhaul under Republican former President Donald Trump.
The justices turned away an appeal by New York, Connecticut, Maryland and New Jersey after a lower court threw out their lawsuit. The lower court held that the U.S. Congress had broad authority over taxes and did not violate the U.S. Constitution by placing a $10,000 limit on the amount of state and local taxes that individuals may deduct on their federal income tax returns. Democratic President Joe Biden's administration opposed the four states.
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Lakhimpur Kheri: Two bikers killed in collision with car linked to BJP MLA
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Two men were killed when a ''speeding'' car linked to a BJP MLA hit their motorcycle in a head-on collision here, police said on Monday.
The Scorpio SUV involved in the collision on the Pilibhit-Basti highway near Pangi Khurd village on Sunday night had ''vidhayak'' (legislator) written on it, police said.
Police said the car belonged to ''a relative'' of MLA Yogesh Verma, who was not travelling in the vehicle.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav said the ''BJP’s double-engine powered vehicle'' continues to crush people, in a possible reference to the mowing down of four farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri by a car allegedly carrying BJP workers.
On Monday, the Supreme Court cancelled the bail granted by the Allahabad High Court to Union minister Ajay Mishra's son Ashish, who was arrested after the death of four protesting farmers and a journalist on October 3.
Police identified the victims in the Sunday's accident as Ravi (22) and his relative Sumit (25), both residents of Kiratpur village.
They were returning home from neighbouring Ramapur village when the accident took place near a petrol pump on Sunday night.
The car driver, who was identified as Munendra, fled from the spot but was later arrested.
Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Arun Kumar Singh said, ''Two men were killed in the collision between their bike and a Scorpio, reportedly owned by the MLA's family member.” ''An FIR in this connection has been lodged while the errant driver has been arrested,'' the ASP added.
Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav raised questions over the law and order situation in the state.
Two brothers died after being crushed by a car belonging to a BJP MLA in Lakhimpur Kheri, he said.
''The BJP is continuing without impunity the process of mowing down people with its double-engine powered vehicle,'' Yadav said in a party statement in Hindi.
It also referred to recent cases of crime in the state, claiming that law and order was in a poor state in Uttar Pradesh.
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Funded by money derived from the state's tobacco settlement agreement, the Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida launched in 2007 in response to overwhelming approval by Florida voters.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In commemoration of 15 years since the Tobacco Free Florida's creation by Florida's voters, the award-winning tobacco cessation, prevention and education program is reflecting on a decade and a half of success and refocusing today to face the public health challenges of tomorrow. In this anniversary year, Tobacco Free Florida has updated and improved its tobacco cessation offerings for adults and launched a quit program for teens who are addicted to e-cigarettes that also engages their parents for support.
Tobacco Free Florida provides cessation services as well as funding a behavior change media campaign that reaches all 67 counties in Florida. A part of Florida's Department of Health, the program partners with community organizations to reach a variety of audiences, age ranges and community segments in addition to its statewide educational and empowerment initiatives.
An independently evaluated public health program, Tobacco Free Florida has been highly successful, lowering the state's smoking rates, saving lives and saving Florida billions of dollars in public health costs. The positive results come despite Tobacco Free Florida continuing to be funded at less than 40% of the level recommended in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Best Practices for Comprehensive Tobacco Control Programs.1
"Since the late 1990s following the tobacco industry settlement, the state of Florida has been recognized as a worldwide leader and model program because we have been effective in addressing the tremendous public health harms of tobacco use on our society," said Laura Corbin, Bureau Chief for Tobacco Free Florida. "Through innovative and effective campaigns and programs and we have continued to evolve to meet new challenges as the tobacco industry has adapted."
Into its 15th year and beyond, Tobacco Free Florida efforts will remain dedicated to:
- Finding new ways to reach our audiences
- Being laser-focused on preventing youth from using tobacco and nicotine products
- Offering high-quality, free programs to help people quit
- Providing cessation and education information through new media channels
- Staying diligent on new products, such as e-cigarettes, that are enticing youth
- Adapting offerings to meet the community's needs.
Successes over Tobacco Free Florida's 15 years include:
- Reducing Florida's adult smoking rates since 2007 has resulted in well over $17.7 billion in savings in smoking-related health care costs across the state.2
- Since Tobacco Free Florida's hard-hitting advertising launched, the number of quit attempts across the state have increased into the millions, and the campaign has been linked to reducing relapses among those who quit.3
- Youth cigarette use in Florida declined from 10.6% in 2006 to 1.1% in 2021.4,5
- Tobacco Free Florida's free cessation services alone have helped more than 254,000 Floridians quit for good.
- There are fewer adult smokers in Florida total today than when Tobacco Free Florida launched, despite Florida's population growing by more than 3 million people during that time.6
Adapting for the next 15 years and beyond, Tobacco Free Florida continues to work with new channels and find innovative approaches to advance the importance of living tobacco free. The Quit Your Way program offers different methods and services a person can use to start their quitting journey, such as phone quit, group quit, and web quit.
Phone Quit provides access to a trained professional Quit Coach. Group Quit and Virtual Group Quit sessions are led by a trained local specialist, providing support and guidance to help you quit smoking. These classes are available in all 67 counties and are often available in both English and Spanish. A Quit Coach is available 24/7, and can provide up to three free personalized coaching sessions, and can help create a custom quit plan based on person's needs.Web Quit helps create a personalized web-based quit plan that anyone can follow at their own pace and in private.
In 2022, Tobacco Free Florida launched a new e-cigarette cessation service for teens called Live Vape Free. The text-based program helps teens ages 13 to 17-years-old quit e-cigarettes and provides adults with the tools they need to support teens on their quit journey. To learn more, visit TobaccoFreeFlorida.com/LiveVapeFree.
The Tobacco Free Florida toll-free number, 1-877-U-CAN-NOW (877-822-6669), is also available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and designed to help people looking for information on how to quit.
For additional resources, please visit TobaccoFreeFlorida.com/QuitYourWay.
About Tobacco Free Florida
The Florida Department of Health's Tobacco Free Florida campaign is a statewide cessation and prevention campaign funded by Florida's tobacco settlement fund. Since the program began in 2007, more than 254,000 Floridians have successfully quit using one of Tobacco Free Florida's free tools and services. There are now approximately 451,000 fewer adult smokers in Florida than there was 10 years ago, and the state has saved $17.7 billion in health care costs.i To learn more about Tobacco Free Florida's Quit Your Way services, visit www.TobaccoFreeFlorida.com or follow the campaign on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TobaccoFreeFlorida or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/tobaccofreefla.
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1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Best Practices for Comprehensive Tobacco Control Programs — 2014.Atlanta: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office on Smoking and Health, 2014.
2 Mann, Nathan M, Nonnemaker, James M., Thompson, Jesse. "Smoking-Attributable Health Care Costs in Florida and Potential Health Care Cost Savings Associated with Reductions in Adult Smoking Prevalence." 2016.
3 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Best Practices for Comprehensive Tobacco Control Programs—2014. Atlanta: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office on Smoking and Health, 2014.
4 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey Data. Atlanta, Georgia: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2006.
5 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey Data. Atlanta, Georgia: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2021.
6 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey Data. Atlanta, Georgia: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2021.
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Sweden links riots to criminal gangs that target police
Swedish police on Monday said they consider the violent riots that have shaken several cities and towns in the Nordic country extremely serious crimes against society and suspect some protesters are linked to criminal gangs that intentionally target police.
Sweden, a nation of 10 million, has seen unrest, scuffles, arson and violence since Thursday that has left some police officers and protesters injured.
It was triggered by Danish far-right politician Rasmus Paludan's meetings and planned Quran burnings across the country.
“We suspect that those involved (in the riots) have links to criminal gangs,” National Police Commissioner Anders Thornberg told a news conference on Monday, adding some of those “criminal individuals” are known to police.
“I have been in touch with the public prosecutor to prosecute these individuals.” Sweden's National Police Commander Jonas Hysing said 26 police and 14 individuals -- protesters or other people -- have been injured in the riots and 20 police vehicles destroyed or damaged.
The latest riots broke out on Sunday night in Malmo, Sweden's third-largest city, as an angry crowd of mainly young people set fire to car tires, debris and garbage cans in the Rosengard district.
Protesters threw stones and police responded by firing tear gas into the crowd. A school and several cars were set on fire but the situation calmed down early on Monday.
A total of 11 people were detained and three people arrested in Malmo, a city with many residents from other countries. No serious injuries were reported.
Since Thursday, in addition to Malmo, riots, unrest and violent clashes have been reported in Stockholm, the central city of Orebro, the eastern cities of Linkoping and Norrkoping and southern town of Landskrona.
Police have been forced to use weapons in self-defense, Hysing said. Three people were hurt in Norrkoping on Sunday as they were hit by ricochets as police fired warning shots into a crowd of protesters.
“There is a lot to suggest that the police were targeted,” Hysing said, adding that some protesters are suspected of attempted murder, aggravated assault and violence against an official.
Both Thornberg and Hysing stressed that the main target for the rioters was Swedish police and society, not Paludan — seen by many Swedes merely as an agent provocatur — and his Stram Kurs (Hard Line) party, which runs on an anti-immigrant, anti-Islam agenda.
Thornberg, Sweden's supreme police chief, said “criminal individuals” who took advantage of the situation with Paludan's Swedish Easter tour and joined the riots, are main suspects for flaming up violence.
The unrest escalated quickly after Paludan's first demonstrations, which were met by counterprotesters in many places last week.
“We must put an end to this early. What we see here is very serious crime,” Thornberg said, referring to the riots.
Justice Minister Morgan Johansson said on Monday that he continues to have great confidence in the Swedish police despite the unrest over the weekend and pledged more resources to law enforcement.
“When you end up in these critical and aggressive situations, there's nothing else police officers can do but to put up a hard fight,” Johannsson told Swedish news outlets. “We cannot accept that perpetrators commit this type of violence.” Iraq's Foreign Ministry was reported on Sunday to have summoned Sweden's charge d'affaires over Paludan's planned Quran burnings, saying such activity could seriously endanger Sweden's relations with the Muslim world.
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Major Nordic Airline Chooses GlobalLink Technology to Manage Multilingual Content
NEW YORK and VANTAA, Finland, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TransPerfect, the world's largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business, today announced that it has been chosen by Finnair as its main supplier for translation services and globalization management technology.
Finnair is using TransPerfect's GlobalLink® technology and AI solutions combined with a CoreMedia CMS connector to manage its multilingual digital touchpoints and content in 15 languages.
As a result of the GlobalLink's integration capabilities and TransPerfect's experienced travel solutions team, the initial content deployment went live ahead of schedule and three times faster than a standard launch timeline for a full-scale multilingual content solution.
One of the oldest continuously operating airlines in the world and part of the the oneworld alliance, Finnair is offering convenient and efficient connections through its Helsinki and Arlanda hubs.
Finnair chose TransPerfect's GlobalLink solution due to its seamless integration with Finnair's existing CMS, which allows for consolidating processes and greater consistency. With an eye on cost control, Finnair strategically introduced machine translation with human post-editing (MTPE) into its workflows in order to maximize its reach under the budgetary and resource constraints in play.
GlobalLink is a modular suite of tools specifically designed to manage the complex demands of creating, deploying, and maintaining multilingual content, drastically reducing the time and effort required throughout the localization process.
Anna Suntio, Digital Content Lead at Finnair, said, "Our direct digital channels are vital in engaging with customers and meeting their needs, so we want to create and update content to our key markets in an effective and agile way. It's incredibly important to us—and the whole travel industry—to have partners like TransPerfect who can provide services and solutions that are not only scalable but flexible enough to enable our business to be nimble and achieve our goals."
TransPerfect President and CEO Phil Shawe commented, "As Finnair adopts new online customer engagement strategies, we're pleased that our GlobalLink suite of technologies is helping them achieve their global business goals."
About TransPerfect
TransPerfect is the world's largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business. From offices in over 100 cities on six continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 170+ languages to clients worldwide. More than 6,000 global organizations employ TransPerfect's GlobalLink® technology to simplify management of multilingual content. With an unparalleled commitment to quality and client service, TransPerfect is fully ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified. TransPerfect has global headquarters in New York, with regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit our website at www.transperfect.com.
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NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vinson & Elkins today announced that Deborah Martin Owens has joined the firm as its global Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I). Working closely with firm leadership, Martin Owens will further develop and implement firmwide DE&I initiatives, as well as serve as a strategic advisor on the retention and promotion of underrepresented lawyers. She is based in New York.
"Bringing Deborah on board is integral to creating an even more inclusive culture for everyone at Vinson & Elkins, particularly our diverse and women colleagues," said David Oelman, lead talent partner and member of the firm's Management Committee and Diversity Executive Committee. "Her experience as a lawyer as well as a leader in developing effective DE&I strategies and support in the workplace is unique, and we have no doubt she will be invaluable in guiding the firm toward long-term success in this area."
"Vinson & Elkins' energy and openness to innovation surrounding its DE&I structure has been front and center in all of my conversations with the firm," said Martin Owens. "I am equally energized by how the firm wants to grow, placing culture and people at the core, and I look forward to applying my experience advising on DE&I issues to its global platform."
Martin Owens most recently served as East Coast Diversity Director for Sidley Austin, where she developed and implemented programs, policies and initiatives to support Sidley's strategic diversity and inclusion goals for its Boston, New York and Washington, D.C. offices. Prior to that, she guided inclusion initiatives for the legal profession through engagement with law firms, corporate legal departments, nonprofits, government agencies and academia as the Executive Director of the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at the New York City Bar Association.
"Deborah is one of a handful of people on this planet whose grit, enthusiasm and sense of purpose give me hope that DE&I efforts in the legal community will flourish," said Oscar Saunders, Deputy Chief Legal Officer for MGG Investment Group and past participant in the New York City Bar's 2019 Associate Leadership Institute facilitated by Martin Owens. "Deborah is a beacon for all of us who strive to make the legal industry more inclusive, and I could not be happier to hear about her move to Vinson & Elkins."
After receiving her J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law, Martin Owens spent nearly 12 years as an attorney for Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan. While in law school, Martin Owens was a judicial intern for the Honorable Sonia Sotomayor in the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Martin Owens has also volunteered countless hours to organizations furthering DE&I initiatives in the legal profession and beyond. She currently serves as board chair of Women Creating Change, an organization dedicated to creating a more just and equitable New York City where all women are civically engaged, and is a member of the Association of Law Firm Diversity Professionals, National Association of Law Placement and Corporate Counsel Women of Color, among others.
"Our core principles pertaining to DE&I are central to our ability to attract and retain the best and brightest lawyers and business professionals to serve our clients," said Hy Pomerance, Vinson & Elkins' Chief Talent Officer. "By defining clear goals and transparent metrics, Deborah and our recently expanded DE&I-focused professional team will further align the firm's business objectives with our mission to build on our inclusive culture where everyone has an opportunity to thrive."
About Vinson & Elkins
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U.S. Supreme Court snubs challenge to state and local tax deduction cap
The lower court held that the U.S. Congress had broad authority over taxes and did not violate the U.S. Constitution by placing a $10,000 limit on the amount of state and local taxes that individuals may deduct on federal income tax returns. Democratic President Joe Biden's administration opposed the four states.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a bid by four Democratic-leaning states to lift a cap on federal deductions for state and local taxes put in place as part of a 2017 tax overhaul under Republican former President Donald Trump. The justices turned away an appeal by New York, Connecticut, Maryland and New Jersey after a lower court threw out their lawsuit. The lower court held that the U.S. Congress had broad authority over taxes and did not violate the U.S. Constitution by placing a $10,000 limit on the amount of state and local taxes that individuals may deduct on federal income tax returns.
Democratic President Joe Biden's administration opposed the four states. The deduction limit, known as the SALT cap, was part of a Republican-backed federal tax law signed by Trump that slashed the corporate tax rate and implemented an income tax cut for individuals, which tax policy experts said benefited wealthy Americans the most.
Democrats had opposed the law, which was expected to reduce federal revenues by $1.5 trillion over 10 years. Capping the deduction disproportionately affects high-tax, often Democratic-leaning states, with New York estimating its taxpayers would pay $121 billion of extra federal taxes from 2018 to 2025. The four states sued Trump's administration in 2018, calling the cap an unconstitutional attempt to interfere with states' taxing power and coerce Democratic-leaning states to cut taxes and the services they pay for.
The Manhattan-based 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals last year rejected the states' arguments, ruling that they did not show that their injuries were significant enough to give rise to a constitutional violation. Most of the 2017 law's individual tax provisions, including the SALT cap, expire after 2025.
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Posts profit of $2.9MM; reduces derivative liabilities and convertible debt
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VNUE, Inc. (OTC: VNUE) today reported its results for the year ending December 31, 2021, and the company has made significant progress:
- Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $100,476 compared to $22,474 for the year ended December 31, 2020
- Loss from operations in 2021 was $(984,839), compared to a loss of $(587,058) in 2020
- Reduced its derivative liability from $3,156,582 in 2020 to $-0- in 2021
- Other income in 2021 was $3,905,221 in 2021, compared to other expense of $(3,966,719) in 2020
- Net income was $2,920,382 in 2021 compared to a net loss of $(4,553,777) in 2020
- Reduced the total liabilities on the balance sheet from $8.4 million in 2020 to $3.3 million in 2021.
- Reduced convertible debt from $2.0 million in 2020 to $650,000 in 2021.
- Negotiated and executed on a new line of credit, on favorable terms enabling the company to eliminate its reliance on highly dilutive convertible notes.
- As a result of additional financing on the credit line the Company was able to expand its R&D expenditure on the Sounstr technology, resulting in significant progress
- Entered into an agreement with Stage It and closed the transaction in February, 2022.
Zach Bair, CEO & Chairman of VNUE, stated, "Despite the tremendous pressure on the music industry due to the onset of Covid-19, I'm pleased with the significant progress we made in 2021. We dramatically improved our balance sheet and reliance on convertible note financing, thus enabling us to consummate the acquisition of Stage It, and generate much needed liquidity for the Company."
About VNUE, Inc. (www.vnue.com)
VNUE, Inc., (OTC: VNUE) is a multi-faceted music technology company dedicated to monetizing the live music experience for artists, labels, writers, and publishers, with products such as its set.fm instant content distribution platform (www.set.fm), exclusive license partner and "instant live" pioneer DiscLive (www.disclive.net), and protecting the rights of artists and writers with the company's Soundstr music recognition technology (MRT) (www.soundstr.com). VNUE also recently acquired StageIt (www.stageit.com), one of the oldest and most well-known ticketed livestreaming platforms.
The veteran entrepreneurs, artists and songwriters behind VNUE, led by music and tech entrepreneur and recording artist Zach Bair (www.zachbairmusic.com), are passionate about the future of their industry and ensuring that rights holders' value is not lost amid always-changing technology. VNUE also holds a 4.99% stake in RockHouse Live International, a new live music venue & restaurant chain that was recently launched in Clearwater Beach Florida, and which is expanding globally, with new locations opened in Key West, FL, and Oxford, MS.
This press release may contain forward looking statements which are based on current expectations, forecasts, and assumptions that involve risks as well as uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from those anticipated or expected, including statements related to the amount and timing of expected revenues, statements related to our financial performance, expected income, distributions, and future growth for upcoming quarterly and annual periods. These risks and uncertainties are further defined in filings and reports by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Actual results and the timing of certain events could differ materially from those projected in or contemplated by the forward-looking statements due to a number of factors detailed from time to time in our filings with the SEC. Among other matters, the Company may not be able to sustain growth or achieve profitability based upon many factors including but not limited to general stock market conditions. Reference is hereby made to cautionary statements set forth in the Company's most recent SEC filings. We have incurred and will continue to incur significant expenses in our expansion of our existing as well as new service lines noting there is no assurance that we will generate enough revenues to offset those costs in both the near and long term. Additional service offerings may expose us to additional legal and regulatory costs and unknown exposure(s) based upon the various geopolitical locations we will be providing services in, the impact of which cannot be predicted at this time.
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Sri Lankan president says regrets crisis, expands cabinet ahead of IMF talks
this situation.," the president said. "The pain, discomfort and anger displayed by the people for having to spend time in queues to get essential items at a high price...is justified." Thousands of Sri Lankans have been protesting outside the president's office in Colombo for over a week, demanding that the Rajapaksas resign. Faced with growing popular unrest Rajapaksa dissolved his previous cabinet earlier this month and invited all parties in parliament to form a unity government, but opposition groups and members of the ruling alliance rejected the idea.
Sri Lanka's embattled president announced 17 new ministerial appointments on Monday, notably leaving out members of his own family, and expressed regret for his government's handling of a devastating economic crisis that has led to widespread protests. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and his elder brother, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, will stay on despite demands from protesters and the opposition for them to quit. Rajapaksa has governed the South Asian island nation since 2019 with other family members in top government positions.
The island nation of 22 million is experiencing prolonged power cuts and fuel and medicines shortages triggered by a tumble in its foreign exchange reserves that has stalled imports of essentials, leading to daily protests in the commercial capital Colombo. The government is set to begin talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday for a loan programme, and analysts have flagged political instability as a risk to Sri Lanka finding a way out of its financial turmoil.
Credit rating agency Moody's downgraded the country's debt rating on Monday, putting it even deeper in "junk" territory, below investment grade. In a speech to his new cabinet, President Rajapaksa said the country should have sought help from the IMF sooner - as urged by opposition parties and experts.
"I believe that we should have gone for a programme with the International Monetary Fund earlier," he said, according to a statement issued by his office. "Today, people are under an immense pressure due to this economic crisis. I deeply regret... this situation.," the president said.
"The pain, discomfort and anger displayed by the people for having to spend time in queues to get essential items at a high price...is justified." Thousands of Sri Lankans have been protesting outside the president's office in Colombo for over a week, demanding that the Rajapaksas resign.
Faced with growing popular unrest Rajapaksa dissolved his previous cabinet earlier this month and invited all parties in parliament to form a unity government, but opposition groups and members of the ruling alliance rejected the idea. On Monday only five members of the previous cabinet were sworn in again, while most other portfolios were allocated to members of the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna party.
Among those not re-appointed from the previous cabinet were two more of the president's brothers, Basil and Chamal, and the prime minister's son Namal. The president said he would seek solutions to Sri Lanka's problems, including via possible constitutional changes.
"I am ready to extend my full support to Parliament at any time in this regard," he said. He also said that a decision last year to ban all chemical fertilisers, which was later reversed but led to a drop in agricultural production, was a mistake.
"I think the decision not to provide chemical fertilizers to farmers was an error. We have taken steps to revive that practice," he said. Economic mismanagement by successive governments weakened Sri Lanka's public finances, but the situation was exacerbated by deep tax cuts enacted by the Rajapaksa administration soon after it took office in 2019.
Key sectors of the economy, particularly tourism, were then battered by the COVID-19 pandemic, while the government dragged its feet on approaching the IMF for help. Last week, the country's central bank said it was unilaterally suspending external debt payments, instead using the country's paltry foreign reserves of around $1.93 billion for importing essential goods.
Moody's cut Sri Lanka's debt rating to "Ca" from "Caa2" on Monday, citing its external debt payment suspension. The agency maintained Sri Lanka's outlook at stable.
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WHEELING, W.Va., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WesBanco, Inc. (Nasdaq: WSBC), a diversified, multi-state bank holding company, announced that it has continued to successfully execute upon its strategy to seek additional long-term growth opportunities through the opening of a loan production office, focused on both commercial and residential mortgage lending, within the Indianapolis market.
"WesBanco is focused on delivering long-term, sustainable growth to our shareholders through solid execution upon our distinct strategies, including the opening of loan production offices in major markets adjacent to our footprint" said Todd F. Clossin, WesBanco President and Chief Executive Officer. "We have spent the past 150 years dedicated to nurturing relationships with our neighbors and local businesses, and look forward to doing the same in the Indianapolis area. By not losing touch of our hometown banking roots, we have been able to deliver a premier financial institutional experience across all of our markets. I am excited about the opportunities our newest loan production office provides to continue that success."
Mr. Clossin continued, "Furthermore, WesBanco was recently named by Forbes as both one of America's Best Banks and Best Midsize Employers. In fact, we were the only midsize bank making the top ten in both financial performance and employer of choice. We were also named one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek. We are focused on providing top-tier services for our clients and we believe that the only way to do that is to create an environment where our employees are set up to succeed. These recognitions indicate to our current customers, and community members searching for a new banking partner, that WesBanco has the capabilities and track record to provide ongoing financial success."
In addition, WesBanco's banking affiliate, WesBanco Bank, has hired Michael McCulloch and Tony Thompson to run the commercial loan production office. In their roles, they will be responsible for developing new client relationships across the commercial banking spectrum. In addition, WesBanco Bank is in the process of hiring a Residential Sales Manager who will be tasked with building a successful mortgage lending team and the management of mortgage production activities.
"We are excited to welcome these individuals to our organization as the leaders of our new Indianapolis loan production office," said Jayson Zatta, WesBanco Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer. "They bring a wealth of experience and success to WesBanco, and we look forward to their making our entrance into the Indianapolis market a success."
Mr. McCulloch, who will be the senior commercial banker, brings nearly 25 years of commercial banking experience to WesBanco, while Mr. Thompson brings 15 years of experience. These two bankers bring a proven track record of being trusted advisors and building and managing commercial relationships. Furthermore, both Michael and Tony take pride in being heavily involved in their communities.
WesBanco prides itself on delivering large bank capabilities with a community bank feel. Its services include the full range of online and mobile banking options; business and personal transaction account options and competitive lending services; a full suite of commercial banking products and services; and trust, wealth management, securities brokerage, and private banking services through the century-old Trust and Investment Services Department.
Founded in 1870, WesBanco, Inc. (www.wesbanco.com) is a diversified and balanced financial services company that delivers large bank capabilities with a community bank feel. Our distinct long-term growth strategies are built upon unique sustainable advantages permitting us to span six states with meaningful market share. Built upon our 'Better Banking Pledge', our customer-centric service culture is focused on growing long-term relationships by pledging to serve all personal and business customer needs efficiently and effectively. Furthermore, our strong financial performance and employee focus has earned us recognition by Forbes as both one of America's Best Banks and Best Midsize Employers – the only midsize bank making the top ten of both rankings. In addition to a full range of online and mobile banking options and a full-suite of commercial products and services, WesBanco provides trust, wealth management, securities brokerage, and private banking services through our century-old Trust and Investment Services department, with approximately $5.6 billion of assets under management (as of December 31, 2021). WesBanco's banking subsidiary, WesBanco Bank, Inc., operates 205 financial centers in the states of Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Additionally, WesBanco operates an insurance agency, WesBanco Insurance Services, Inc., and a full service broker/dealer, WesBanco Securities, Inc.
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Mehbooba meets Sonia in Delhi
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PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti met Congress chief Sonia Gandhi at the latter's residence here on Monday.
Mufti spent some time with Gandhi and is learnt to have discussed the current political situation in the country with the Congress president.
The People's Democratic Party (PDP) leader has said it is the Congress that has kept the country safe so far, alleging that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wants to create more Pakistans.
Mufti became the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir in 2016 with the support of the BJP, but the two fell apart and the coalition government could not complete its tenure.
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Businesses and venues can leverage the Wix Seating Map Builder to sell assigned tickets for their events
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wix.com Ltd. (Nasdaq: WIX), a leading global SaaS platform to create, manage and grow an online presence, today released a new builder for Wix business owners and venues to create customized seating maps of their venues, enabling their customers to select and purchase assigned seats for those events.
In a simple process, Wix business owners can now create a customized seating map according to their specific venue space and create different types of tickets to match their seating map. From tour buses to campsites and churches to clubs or big venues to even dinner parties, this builder makes it easy for business owners to create, manage and monetize their events.
Wix Events is an event management platform for tickets & RSVPs. Business owners can host and showcase their events on their website, connect online conferencing solutions (Wix Live or Zoom), send invites, and accept secure online payments. The platform offers networking and social tools for event attendees, and businesses can utilize Wix Owner App to check-in guests, sell tickets, and manage their events on the go. In the past year, Wix Events has witnessed an influx of new users as businesses and venues gradually begin to return to in-person events. Wix Events Gross Payments Volume (GPV) increased by 88% year over year, with 75% more tickets sold online in the first quarter of 2021 compared to the first quarter of 2022.
The Seating Map builder is available to all Wix premium users at no additional cost.
To learn more about the Seating Map Builder, click here.
About Wix.com Ltd.
Wix is a leading platform to create, manage and grow a digital presence. What began as a website builder in 2006 is now a complete platform providing users with enterprise-grade performance, security and a reliable infrastructure. Offering a wide range of commerce and business solutions, advanced SEO and marketing tools, Wix enables users to have full ownership of their brand, their data and their relationships with their customers. With a focus on continuous innovation and delivery of new features and products, anyone can build a powerful digital presence to fulfill their dreams on Wix.
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Maha govt creating artificial power crisis to harass people, earn commission, says BJP leader
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BJP leader Girish Mahajan on Monday said the power crisis in Maharashtra was caused due to mismanagement of the MVA government and the previous Devendra Fadnavis dispensation had ensured the state did not face load-shedding even for a day.
Speaking to reporters here, Mahajan said the MVA government was harassing people, farmers and industrialists by creating an ''artificial power crisis'' and was then blaming the Centre for irregular coal supply.
Not a single power plant has stopped functioning due to shortage of coal as the Centre was ensuring regular supply, Mahajan claimed.
''The power crisis is taking place due to shoddy planning and mismanagement by the state government. When demand is at its peak, power plants generating 2000 MW are undergoing maintenance work, whereas such procedures should be done during low demand,'' he said.
''Power plants are being kept shut deliberately, an artificial power shortage is being created, then electricity is bought at higher rates to earn commission, cuts. Portray a picture that there is coal shortage and then buy coal from private firms at higher prices and earn cuts,'' Mahajan alleged.
Talking about the alleged conspiracy mentioned by special public prosecutor Pravin Chavan to ''finish'' BJP leaders in the state, Mahajan said the issue must be probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation as it looks like a conspiracy of the state government, its ministers etc and a probe by the CID would not ensure justice.
Mahajan, meanwhile, attacked BJP-turned-NCP leader Eknath Khadse saying the latter could not get his panel elected in a gram panchayat in his own constituency.
He said the BJP had made Khadse a big leader, but the latter, who used to boast about being in the CM's race, was not even influential anymore in panchayat polls.
Mahajan ridiculed Khadse for stating some days ago that the Maharashtra government should have sent some BJP leaders to jail to get respite for itself from the current situation, possibly a reference to raids by Central probe agencies.
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Local St. Louis-based food company joins as one of the leading sponsors of the festival, offering free samples, prizes and meet & greet with Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith
ST. LOUIS, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Airly® Foods, the first-ever climate friendly snack born and bred out of St. Louis, will be celebrating Earth Day in their own backyard this year. As a brand that practices regenerative agriculture techniques in their mission to fight climate change through food, Airly will be one of the leading sponsors at the 2022 St. Louis Earth Day Festival, organized by the local non-profit earthday365.
Throughout the festival, Airly will be offering free samples of Airly Oat Clouds, games, prizes, and an exclusive appearance by St. Louis' very own Baseball Hall of Famer, Ozzie Smith. Ozzie will be at the Airly booth for a meet and greet with visitors on Saturday April 23 between 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Both earthday365 and Airly share the same goal—empowering everyday people to make actionable steps towards preserving the planet. Each 7.5oz box of Airly crackers removes between 18g – 21g of CO2 from the air, which is equivalent to 2,500 – 2,900 beach balls worth of fresher air, so everyone who purchases a box is helping to remove greenhouse gases.
"We know how much heart St. Louisans have for this city, and we are thrilled to share that hometown pride at such an anticipated community event," said Jen McKnight, Co-Founder of Airly Foods. "To help show attendees how Airly cleans enough air to fill thousands of beach balls, our booth will have its very own 'Gateway Arch' made entirely out of beach balls. You won't be able to miss it!"
The St. Louis Earth Day Festival, which makes its return to in-person events after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will take place Saturday, April 23 through Sunday, April 24 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Muny Grounds in Forest Park. Airly's booth will be along "Sponsors Row" under the Muny Box Office.
About Airly® Foods
Airly Foods is part of Bright Future Foods LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Post Holdings, Inc. To learn more, visit airlyfoods.com.
About earthday365
Established in 2002, earthday365 has played a major role in St. Louis' sustainability practices through dynamic yearly programming, running the festival, and establishing initiatives like Recycling on the Go and the Green Dinning Alliance.
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