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NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sean Kevelighan, CEO, Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) is one of three panelists convening virtually on Tuesday, April 19, at 12 p.m. ET for a webinar on climate risk and resilience.
Presented by The Institutes Griffith Foundation in collaboration with the Insurance Regulator Education Foundation (IREF), the hour-long conversation will explore the climate risk landscape and how insurers are responding to it.
"Insurers are no stranger to climate and extreme-weather risk," Kevelighan stated, in Triple-I's response last year to a Federal Insurance Office Request for Information on the insurance sector and climate-related financial risks. "We may not always have talked about the issue in those terms, but our industry has had a financial stake in it for decades."
Joining Kevelighan on the panel, billed as Peril and Promise: Climate Risk and Resilience, will be two other subject matter experts:
- Benjamin Collier, PhD, Assistant Professor, Risk, Actuarial Science and Legal Studies, Temple University
- Michael Peterson, PhD, Deputy Commissioner for Climate and Sustainability, California Department of Insurance
The non-partisan and non-advocative webinar will be moderated by Frank Tomasello, JD, Executive Director, The Institutes Griffith Foundation. It is presented free of charge. Pre-registration is required.
To illustrate how insurers are leading on the issue of climate risk and resilience, Triple-I also has created products like its Resilience Accelerator and Resilience Ratings map. Both offer guidance to the public on ways to mitigate against climate-related risks.
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TNT to Televise Premier Live Golf Event Featuring Four of Past Five NFL MVPs with Coverage Beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET
Top-Ranked Wynn Las Vegas to Serve as Host of the 12-Hole Challenge for Second Time
LAS VEGAS, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Turner Sports' next installment of Capital One's The Match, the Sports Emmy-nominated premier live golf event series, will feature a foursome of legendary NFL quarterbacks – Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers teaming up to face Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen – with four of the past five NFL MVPs taking the course together for the first time. TNT will exclusively televise the epic 12-hole event, to be held Wednesday, June 1, with coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET, from Wynn Las Vegas, the only golf course on the Las Vegas strip.
The competition will feature both previous Capital One's The Match participants paired together – seven-time Super Bowl Champion and three-time NFL MVP Brady teamed with four-time NFL MVP and Super Bowl XLV MVP Rodgers. Rodgers is coming off a win last summer alongside Bryson Dechambeau, while Brady seeks to get redemption in his third appearance in Capital One's The Match.
A pair of young superstars will be making their debut in the premier golf series: Super Bowl LIV MVP and 2018 NFL MVP Mahomes will be joined by fellow AFC signal caller and 2020 Pro Bowler Allen. Together the four elite gridiron stars have amassed an astounding 30 Pro Bowl, 86 NFL Playoff appearances and nine Super Bowl titles.
Live coverage of the match play event from the Wynn Las Vegas golf course will once again feature unprecedented access with players having open mics throughout the entire competition, including the capability to communicate directly with their competitors and the broadcast commentators. More information on the live production, including the commentator team, and additional details will be shared leading up to the event.
Capital One's The Match at Wynn Las Vegas will be held at the Wynn Golf Club, which also hosted Brooks Koepka's 5-and-3 win over DeChambeau in Capital One's The Match last November. Wynn Golf Club is a 6,722-yard, par-70 championship length golf course and is considered one of the best courses in Las Vegas. Located on the site of the legendary Desert Inn Golf Club, the golf course, designed by Tom Fazio and recently updated by his son, Logan, offers elevation changes and uncharacteristic water hazards on 12 of the Las Vegas course's 18 picturesque holes. The golf amenities at Wynn Las Vegas, a Forbes Travel Guide five-star luxury hotel, are regarded as second to none.
Turner Sports has televised five editions of Capital One's The Match, with the series serving as a platform to support various philanthropical organizations. To date, Capital One's The Match has raised nearly $33 million for various organizations and has donated nearly 17 million meals to Feeding America.
A partner since the event's inception, Capital One will return as title sponsor of Capital One's The Match. Further details about social, digital and broadcast brand integrations throughout the event will be shared in the coming weeks.
Partners also include Excel Sports Management as the tournament organizer, along with 199 Productions, Tom Brady's global multi-platform content and production company.
Turner Sports, a division of Warner Bros. Discovery, is an industry leader in the delivery of premium sports content across all platforms, widely recognized for its expansive partnerships with the NBA, Major League Baseball, the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship, the National Hockey League and, starting in 2023, the United States Soccer Federation. The Turner Sports portfolio also includes Bleacher Report, the #1 digital destination for young sports fans driving engagement and video views across all social platforms and the B/R app, with premier brands including House of Highlights, B/R Football, B/R Gridiron, B/R Kicks, B/R Betting, B/R Open Ice, B/R Walk-Off, and B/R Gaming. Turner Sports co-manages NBA Digital – comprised of NBA TV, NBA.com, NBA LEAGUE Pass, the NBA App and NBAGLEAGUE.com – as well as NCAA.com and the NCAA March Madness Live suite of products. Visit the Turner Sports online pressroom for additional press materials; follow Turner Sports on Twitter at @TurnerSportsPR.
Wynn Resorts (Nasdaq: WYNN) is the recipient of more Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards than any other independent hotel company in the world and in 2022 was once again honored on FORTUNE Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies list. Wynn and Encore Las Vegas consist of two luxury hotel towers with a total of 4,748 spacious hotel rooms, suites and villas. The resort features approximately 194,000 square feet of casino space, 20 signature dining experiences, 11 bars, two award-winning spas, approximately 560,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, approximately 160,000 square feet of retail space as well as two showrooms, two nightclubs, a beach club and recreation and leisure facilities, such as the recently renovated Wynn Golf Club and 18-hole, 129-acre championship golf course. For more information on Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, visit press.wynnlasvegas.com.
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LANSING, Mich., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Heartland, a division of AF Group and a leading provider of specialized workers' compensation solutions, is proud to recognize AssuredPartners Lake Mary as its 2021 Agency of the Year.
"AssuredPartners Lake Mary is an outstanding partner," said Steve Cooper, president of AF Group's Workers' Compensation Division. "The dedication of the AssuredPartners team to providing exceptional service to our mutual customers has resulted in significant growth and retention for United Heartland, making the agency a very worthy recipient of our Agency of the Year award. We look forward to our continued partnership in the years to come."
"United Heartland has been a trusted partner to AP since day one," said Brian Lindahl, executive vice president of AssuredPartners Lake Mary. "Their creative underwriting approach, consistently high level of service and talented staff of insurance professionals ensures that our mutual clients will be well cared for throughout the year. It's important to us to know that our clients are in the best possible hands, and that is always the case with United Heartland."
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Headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, AssuredPartners, Inc. acquires and invests in insurance brokerage businesses (property and casualty, employee benefits, surety and MGUs) across the U.S. and London. From its founding in March of 2011, AssuredPartners has grown to over $600 million in annualized revenue and continues to be one of the fastest growing insurance brokerage firms in the U.S. with over 125 offices in 30 states, Canada and London.
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United Heartland is a leading regional workers' compensation carrier with a high-touch service model and broad experience that allows us to be nimble and responsive to effectively manage large accounts with complex needs. United Heartland is the marketing name for United Wisconsin Insurance Company, a division of AF Group. All policies are underwritten by a licensed insurer subsidiary. For more information, visit afgroup.com. © AF Group.
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Van Dyke Horn New Hires Include More Than 30 Years of Combined Experience and Creative Services, Multimedia and Website Capabilities to Clients
DETROIT, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After the initial announcement of Van Dyke Horn Public Relations (VDH) and Lambert joining forces on March 30, we asked, what's next? VDH today announced the hiring of four seasoned staff who make up the agency's 11-member team.
VDH announced a strategic partnership with Lambert, a national integrated communications agency, on March 30, joining two of Michigan's top PR agencies. VDH remains a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) business as it has for the last 24 years. The new alliance provides both firms with new opportunities and capabilities, including creative services, multimedia production, website, social media management and digital marketing. Both firms are already bringing shared assets and services to the table for their clients to help achieve goals. VDH plans to rename and rebrand in the next few weeks.
Kelsey Hartung and Antonice Strickland, MPS, join VDH as Senior Account Executives. Jerel Jones and Sabira Rahman have both joined as Account Executives.
Hartung has nearly 15 years of experience in public relations, community engagement, and event planning and management. Before VDH, Hartung handled corporate communications for Ilitch Holdings, Inc. in Detroit. Prior to that, she led communications and event planning for the legal staff at General Motors, served as director of communications and public affairs for the Public Lighting Authority, and worked at VDH from 2011 to 2014, when the agency was Berg Muirhead and Associates. She is eager to return to the storied agency where commitment to the community is the cornerstone of its work. Hartung received a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Oakland University. She is a member of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Detroit and the Rotary Club of Detroit.
Strickland is an award-winning public relations and communications professional with experience across nonprofit, fortune 500, and entertainment industries for a decade. In her previous roles, Strickland headed up marketing and public relations for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan, served as a senior account executive with Truscott Rossman, and was the communications manager for Black Women's Health Imperative from Washington, D.C. She holds a Master of Professional Studies in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Michigan State University. Strickland is a board member of PRSA Detroit and formerly served as chapter president of the National Black Public Relations Society.
"Our new hires join our existing staff and senior leadership, bringing more skills and talents into the fold," said Georgella Muirhead, APR, founder and CEO of VDH, "We continue to break down walls, and barriers to serve our employees, clients and community. This is our home."
Rahman is an experienced communicator with a concentration in PR, digital marketing, content creating and writing. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in communications and public relations, summa cum laude, from Wayne State University. Prior to VDH, she supported Featherstone, the Children's Foundation and Beaumont Health with PR, digital marketing and media relations. Rahman is fluent in English, Bangla and Arabic.
Jones previously worked as a freelancer for Upwork and supported the Detroit Health Department with communications and social media before joining VDH. He has experience leading media relations and marketing campaigns for diverse clients through Lovio George, a communications and design agency. Jones received a Bachelor of Arts in communication from the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
"We remain committed to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and our community," said Marilyn Horn, president and CFO of VDH. "We are eager to bring new capabilities to the table alongside Lambert–including creative services, video production, website design and more. VDH continues to grow in size, services and spirit. We are going back to our roots, which will be at the core of our new name and brand."
Hartung and Strickland will serve as day-to-day contacts for clients and teams in their new roles. They will lead the development of communications plans, reporting and analytics, communications campaigns, and marketing strategies. Jones and Rahman will play a critical role in implementing program strategies, assisting in PR and marketing plans, while conducting thorough research, media monitoring and drawing analytics.
"The team keeps knocking it out of the park to attract top talent to the agency," said Lambert CEO Michelle Olson, APR. "And, our partnership has already opened the doors to opportunities and clients we both would have walked away from alone. The two agencies have skills that continue to set each other apart — and together, we make a stronger team."
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Dr. Rajeev Suri, seated in front of a desktop computer, searched for signs of lung cancer on a digital X-ray emblazoned with red, orange and yellow clusters.
The colors weren’t highlighting cancerous masses, however. They were marking where on the image Suri was looking, as gauged by artificial intelligence software. It uses infrared light and sensors to monitor his eye movements and pupil dilation.
Suri, 54, a professor of radiology at UT Health San Antonio’s Long School of Medicine, is participating in a study launched this month to collect data from 60 radiologists as they read X-rays at University Hospital.
By feeding large amounts of data into the AI system, researchers hope to train the software to mimic human reading patterns to provide a machine version of a second opinion.
The radiologists at the testing site — backed by engineers at the Southwest Research Institute and a team from the University of Texas at San Antonio’s engineering and psychology departments — are laying the groundwork for the growing use of AI in San Antonio’s biotechnology industry.
“San Antonio has become a hub for biotech, and AI is the new kid on the block,” said Suri, who’s also chief of staff of University Hospital’s radiology department. “It makes sense for this to align.”
Among computer scientists and engineers, the term AI broadly refers to software that can adapt and learn how to perform tasks like humans. AI is what you rely on when you’re using the map app on your phone to find the fastest route to your destination. Social media platforms, such as Facebook and Twitter, use it to fill your feeds with posts and news links you’re likely to be interested in.
Douglas Brooks, manager at SwRI’s Applied Sensing Department, focuses on the most popular AI subfield — machine learning, which allows computer algorithms to take in data and train itself to find patterns. It fuels Netflix movie recommendations, language translation apps, Facebook Messenger and online chatbots.
“Deep learning” is a more complex form of machine learning, one that relies less on humans to improve its performance. Algorithms use artificial neural networks that mirror human brains to learn connections in large data sets. They can be trained to identify faces in photographs, predict cancer risk from mammograms and teach autonomous vehicles to avoid crashing into people crossing a street.
“In machine learning, a human plays a major role in creating algorithms and updating it and making mathematical modifications so the machine can do its job,” said Brooks, 40. “In deep learning, we give it data and labels, and it figures out the thing on its own.”
One of Brooks’ SwRI colleagues, principal engineer David Chambers, helped develop the deep-learning algorithm for the radiology study.
“SwRI can use the data to train a machine-learning model that performs some of the visual tasks of a radiologist,” said Chambers, 35. “This capability could be used to train and improve other physicians by giving them a second opinion that factors in how the radiologist scanned the image.”
San Antonio is an ideal AI testing ground, the engineers say, because it’s home to large health care industry, with a web of clinics and civilian and military hospitals with connections throughout Texas.
“AI in medical is a huge deal here,” Brooks said. “Imagine more accurately diagnosing patients and being able to save lives.”
Money for AI research
Researchers are also finding financial support in San Antonio.
The San Antonio Medical Foundation, the nonprofit that helped bring a University of Texas medical school to San Antonio and launch the South Texas Medical Center, donated $187,000 for the radiology study, which runs through August.
Researchers are looking to reduce the number of false-positive readings. Every time a problem is found on an image, there’s a 33 percent chance the radiologist made an error. Most mistakes are minor and can be corrected quickly. But in some cases, mistakes can mean missing early indications of cancer or other diseases.
Dr. Kal Clark, vice chairman of radiology informatics at UT Health, who is overseeing the X-ray readings for the study, said radiologists and AI can work better together than either software or humans alone.
“To err is human,” said Clark, 36. “We’re better at interacting with people than we are at being a detector. We’re going to use AI to augment our abilities to detect so we could do more of the art of medicine.”
Jim Reed, president of the medical foundation, also believes the study will demonstrate that radiologists can partner with AI systems to avoid errors.
“The artificial intelligence would improve the radiologists identifying cancers by 16 to 20 percent, based on the database they would gain through the artificial intelligence,” he said, citing the proposal for the study.
The medical foundation has previously backed AI research in biotech.
Last year, it gave a $200,000 grant to SwRI, UT Health and University Health to develop AI algorithms for cancer detection.
Also in 2021, the nonprofit awarded $200,000 to a team from SwRI, UT Health, UTSA and Texas Biomedical Research Institute to develop AI software to identify molecules that could block the coronavirus from infiltrating human cells.
Reed said his organization plans to fund more AI studies.
“AI is a growing thing,” he said. “I think we’ll see more grant applications with the artificial intelligence, particularly as everybody is moving in that direction.”
Fewer radiologists?
Radiology is one of the hotbeds for AI research. And as deep-learning algorithms improve, demand for radiologists could decline.
In 2016, Geoffrey Hinton, a computer science professor at the University of Toronto known as the “Godfather of AI”— told an AI conference that “people should stop training radiologists” because they would become obsolete within five years as a result of advances in deep learning.
SwRI’s Chambers rejects dire predictions like Hinton’s. “I think he’s wrong,” he said. “Certainly, the space is changing — but slowly.”
At University Hospital, Suri said he wasn’t afraid of radiologists losing their jobs to AI.
“No, we’re helping develop it,” he said, laughing.
Still, future reductions in hiring are likely.
“I would be scared if I wasn’t embracing technology,” UT Health’s Clark said. “If AI can help us, we only need to hire eight radiologists instead of 10 radiologists. Now, the patients are taken care of just the same, maybe even better, with eight radiologists with AI than 10 radiologists without AI.”
Researchers say AI could take over time-consuming tasks, such as data analysis, to support a radiologist’s findings. But radiologists will remain important because AI can’t yet be trusted to make a diagnosis alone.
“AI can be wrong, too,” Chambers said. “That certainly is scary. That keeps me up.”
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Vaseline® Launches See My Skin - The only database designed to search for conditions on skin of color and connect patients with Dermatologists who understand their skin care needs
As part of Vaseline's Equitable Skincare for All Program, together with partners HUED and VisualDx, See My Skin aims to improve skin healthcare outcomes for people of color.
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- When people of color search for skin care information online, they're often met with results that don't accurately reflect them. Research published by the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology found that less than 6% of image-based search results show conditions on skin of color.1 In an effort to close that gap, Vaseline® is introducing See My Skin, alongside partners at HUED, a digital health company focused on improving quality of care for Black, Latinx and Indigenous populations through education, access and data, and VisualDx, medical informatics company that is dedicated to reducing healthcare bias by improving clinical decisions through visualization. In joining forces, See My Skin was created as the only online database designed to search conditions on skin of color and connect people with the proper care they deserve.
Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9040051-vaseline-launches-see-my-skin-database-to-improve-skin-healthcare-for-people-of-color/
As the original skin protectant that has been healing skin for over 150 years, Vaseline® exists to give everybody healthy skin – that includes providing equal access to skin health. However, this can't be achieved if part of the Vaseline® community doesn't have proper representation or access to equal care due to systemic racism that impacts medical standards and algorithmic search.
"People of color are negatively impacted by healthcare inequities that can lead to worse health outcomes, including caring for their skin. Whether it's looking for answers in search, on social media, or even in textbooks – the results that resemble their skin are scarce, which can leave us feeling unseen and underrepresented," says Kevin Tolson, Brand Director of US Skincare at Unilever. "We created See My Skin so that people with melanin-rich skin could finally see skin conditions on themselves. Our goal is to provide solutions that ensure communities are equipped to get the care that everyone deserves. This is a step in that direction."
As an educational resource, See My Skin guides consumers by displaying results they seek when searching for skin conditions. Through the search experience, See My Skin helps provide people access to quality and impartial skin care with a robust database of board-certified dermatologists. The platform also offers educational resources that provide expert recommendations on how to treat and monitor skin at home, understanding when to seek a dermatologist for proper care, and how to best prepare for an appointment with the right questions. The community is invited not just to search for resources, but also to submit their own images to help continually expand representation of skin of color.
All content on the platform is independently evaluated for accuracy and relevance by Vaseline's Dermatology Review Board including Dr. Mona Gohara, MD, FAAD, Dr. Uchenna Okereke, MD, FAAD, and Dr. Caroline Robinson, MD, FAAD. Founder of Tone Dermatology, Dr. Caroline Robinson, MD said, "I'm really excited to be a part of this work because this topic and this issue is something that I'm very passionate about. We need to move the needle on equitable care for all. Thinking about things from a patient perspective, it's really difficult to recognize the lack of representation for skin of color. We are becoming a more and more diverse nation, and resources like textbooks and image databases need to evolve with the changing society."
Broadening Our Equitable Skincare for All Efforts
Through Vaseline's broader Equitable Skincare for All efforts, See My Skin helps contribute to our mission to create 15 million more equitable skincare experiences by 2025. Vaseline® continues to create change by focusing on three important areas: resources for communities, providing access to care, and education for skincare professionals.
- Resources for Communities: To further meet the skin health needs for people of color with trusted resources and education, Vaseline® has evolved its partnership with HUED after launching a dermatologist finder tool in 2020. HUED is a first-of-its-kind healthcare technology startup and website that connects patients with medical professionals that specifically understand their cultural, physical, and mental health needs.
- Inclusive Imagery: Vaseline joined forces with VisualDX, a platform created by dermatologists, to help healthcare professionals accurately diagnose and treat patients of color. As an organization committed to reducing bias and disparities in medical knowledge by improving diagnosis in skin of color around the globe, VisualDx's comprehensive database of images on skin of color and its API helps power See My Skin.
- Providing Access to Care: Vaseline continues providing access to care with Direct Relief, who has been an ongoing partner for over 6 years through The Vaseline® Healing Project. This partnership helps to support a network of nonprofit health centers and clinics that provide affordable and comprehensive services to those who need it most.
- Education for Skincare Professionals: In partnership with Medscape, the leading online global destination for physicians and healthcare professionals worldwide, Vaseline® has provided funding to support the development of continuing medical education to equip dermatologists and medical practitioners to better treat, diagnose and care for skin of color. These learning modules cover treatment for common skin conditions such as acne and scarring, seborrheic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis specific to skin of color.
As part of the launch, Vaseline's most iconic product is transformed to celebrate the brand's dedication to ensuring that everyone has proper access to healthy skin. The limited-edition Vaseline Healing Jelly artwork on pack includes a QR code driving to resources, inclusive of the See My Skin platform, while housing the moisturizing and healing skin care benefits Vaseline Original Healing Jelly is known for.
Visit www.seemyskin.com for resources to help find the right dermatologist to take care of your skin, and see how Vaseline is working towards equity in skincare at www.vaseline.com/equitableskincare.
Unilever is one of the world's leading suppliers of Beauty & Personal Care, Home Care, and Foods & Refreshment products, with sales in over 190 countries and products used by 3.4 billion people every day. We have 148,000 employees and generated sales of €52.4 billion in 2021. Over half of our footprint is in developing and emerging markets. We have around 400 brands found in homes all over the world – including iconic brands like Dove, Knorr, Hellmann's, Magnum, Axe, Ben & Jerry's, Degree, Seventh Generation, St. Ives, Suave, TRESemmé, and Vaseline.
Our vision is to be the global leader in sustainable business and to demonstrate how our purpose-led, future-fit business model drives superior performance. We have a long tradition of being a progressive, responsible business. It goes back to the days of our founder William Lever, who launched the world's first purposeful brand, Sunlight Soap, more than 100 years ago, and it's at the heart of how we run our company today.
The Unilever Compass, our sustainable business strategy, is set out to help us deliver superior performance and drive sustainable and responsible growth, while:
- improving the health of the planet;
- improving people's health, confidence and wellbeing; and
- contributing to a fairer and more socially inclusive world.
While there is still more to do, in the past year we're proud to have achieved sector leadership in S&P's Dow Jones Sustainability Index, 'Triple A' status in CDP's Climate, Water and Forest benchmarks, and to be named as the top ranked company in the GlobeScan/SustainAbility Sustainability Leaders survey for the eleventh consecutive year.
For more information on Unilever U.S. and its brands visit: www.unileverusa.com
For more information on Unilever Canada and its brands visit: www.unilever.ca
HUED is a venture backed digital health company focused on improving quality of care for Black, Latinx and Indigenous populations through education, access and data. By reducing barriers that these communities face due to fear, distrust, comfortability and lack of access to quality medical care, HUED seeks to change the lives of 500,000 Black and Latino patients by 2025.
VisualDx is a company dedicated to improving medical decisions through augmented thinking and timely visualization. It is committed to reducing disparities in medicine and believes technology can bridge gaps in knowledge to bring about more equitable care. The professional product, VisualDx, is the award-winning diagnostic clinical decision support system that has become the standard professional resource at more than 2,300 hospitals worldwide and over half the U.S. medical schools. VisualDx, along with its consumer tool Aysa, combines problem oriented clinical search with the world's best curated medical image library, plus medical knowledge from experts and sophisticated machine learning algorithms to help with differential diagnosis, variation, treatment, and patient communication. Their mission is to improve healthcare decision making and reduce diagnostic errors. Learn more at www.visualdx.com.
A humanitarian organization committed to improving the health and lives of people affected by poverty or emergencies, Direct Relief delivers lifesaving medical resources throughout the world to communities in need—without regard to politics, religion, or ability to pay. For more information, please visit https://www.DirectRelief.org.
Medscape is the leading source of clinical news, health information, and point-of-care tools for health care professionals. Medscape offers specialists, primary care physicians, and other health professionals the most robust and integrated medical information and educational tools. Medscape Education (medscape.org) is the leading destination for continuous professional development, consisting of more than 30 specialty-focused destinations offering thousands of free C.M.E. and C.E. courses and other educational programs for physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals. Medscape is a subsidiary of WebMD Health Corp.
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If you read about Gov. Greg Abbott’s about-face at the border, your head must be spinning.
First, he slowed northbound traffic from Mexico by ordering the Texas Department of Public Safety to stop every commercial truck and inspect it.
It duplicated what U.S. Customs and Border Enforcement already does and created miles-long waits at the border.
After criticism from the left and right, Abbott reversed course, declaring victory by getting what he called commitments from Mexican governors for increased border enforcement.
It’s political spin.
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When asked if the inspections resulted in any drug seizures, he chose to answer a different question in his head instead.
Texas DPS troopers inspected more than 6,000 trucks and found 20 percent had correctable safety hazards, Abbott said, noting brake, light and tire issues — because those are the only issues within DPS purview.
The Washington Post reported it blithely: “Abbott said he anticipated that these inspections had ‘saved lives.’” He offered no evidence to support that claim, nor was that part of his plan.
A photo of Chihuahua Gov. María Eugenia Campos Galván might have captured another moment of political spin.
Taken in Austin and published on the Texas Standard’s website, Campos was pictured sitting next to Abbott as he announced the end of his border charade. A photographer caught the Chihuahua governor in a side-eye look of exasperation.
A cartoon bubble over her head might as well have said, “I’m in Austin for this?” The news site El Paso Matters offered context about Abbott’s claim to have secured security measures from her.
It reported that those measures may not be any different than those in place since September 2021 and have been part of the state of Chihuahua’s existing policies.
Campos’ expression reminded me of the one Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky nervously flashed in 2019, when he was asking for U.S. military aid that was being held up by the Trump administration.
In that cringe-worthy moment, former President Donald Trump suggested Zelensky investigate corruption in his country. It was a request to dig up dirt on his presidential rival, Joe Biden.
Abbott might have claimed victory in having reached border security “agreements” with Mexican governors, but as the New York Times reported, “that aim was never mentioned in Mr. Abbott’s roll out of the inspections last week.
“Instead, he had said the inspections were part of a broad response to the Biden administration’s announcement that it would be ending a Trump-era policy of turning back most migrants at the border under an emergency public health rule, known as Title 42.”
Critics will say Abbott failed, that his nine-day border circus won him no new re-election support. They’re essentially saying his political spin was successful, too.
Abbott’s campaign strategists eventually may see that this episode galvanized their voters, even Latino conservatives and some Latino Democrats who’ve become as anti-immigrant as the rest of the Republican Party.
Abbott, the candidate, will claim victory because he collected “positive” news coverage opposing the lifting of Title 42.
Such coverage will show legal asylum seekers, inaccurately called “illegal immigrants,” being dropped off in Washington, D.C., conveniently in front of a building housing Fox News offices.
This was part of Abbott’s stunt. On Wednesday, a chartered bus in Texas transported 24 migrants to the nation’s capital, followed by 14 Thursday and 30 on Friday.
His re-election commercials will use some of the language he has used in the last few weeks. “Texas is tired of being the unloading dock for illegal immigrants crossing the border.”
It’s all political spin, political posturing. His was a stunt, a charade, a mess. All show. News sites comfortable with profanity put another four-letter word before “show.” All of it fits.
Abbott created a crisis at the border so that Abbott could solve it. It risked jobs, paychecks, produce sections and higher prices.
Here’s what to remember. Abbott has threatened to reinstate DPS inspections. They’ll happen when a poll shows the race tightening between him and Democrat gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke.
That’s because Beto can run statewide.
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Earth Day campaign to scale verified sustainability efforts through reforestation solicits veritree's corporate community, including new partners Jeep, Vega, and Herbaland.
VANCOUVER, BC, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- veritree, a data-driven, restorative platform that connects nature-based solutions with mission-driven companies, today announces its 10 Million Verified Tree Challenge, uniting 30 corporate partners to invest in restoration projects in critical habitats this year.
Designed to empower brands with a vehicle for real, measurable impact, the program will leverage veritree's technology to monitor, manage, verify and track the regenerative impacts of restoration projects in partnership with planting organizations from the ground up in Canada, Indonesia, Kenya, Madagascar, and Senegal.
"Our 10 Million Verified Tree challenge allows brands to become an important part of the restorative economy and bring their consumers straight to the heart of climate action," said veritree CEO Derrick Emsley. "When we started the tree-planting apparel company tentree, our sister brand, we wanted to build a brand that gives back to the planet more than it takes; a decade later, I'm proud to be scaling that impact through the veritree platform, connecting a community of partners and their stakeholders with real and meaningful action."
Companies leading the challenge by supporting the planting of 50,000 trees or more include: Samsung, Northland Properties, Herbaland, Mogo, Cardano, Jeep, Creator.co, Vega, 101 Cider, Krystal, Alive Publishing, Accelerate Financial, Promosapien, Jiminy's, Monstercat, Save-on-foods, and Earn with Drop.
The collective effort targets habitats around the world where planting projects can maximize positive impact. In Canada's Cariboo region, veritree's planting partners will restore lands destroyed by recent wildfires; restoration in the province of New Brunswick will focus on ecosystems impacted by the commercial logging industry; and in Kaffrine, Senegal, veritree will empower the planting of diverse "forest gardens" to mimic natural woodland ecosystems and support sustainable agroforestry. Projects in Madagascar, Indonesia, and Kenya will focus on restoring the coastal mangrove population, providing primary habitats for thousands of species and breeding and nursery grounds for many fish and invertebrate species.
With a goal to plant over 1 billion verified trees by 2030, veritree leverages technology to drive greater transparency and enhances credibility of nature-based solutions. "We invite all business leaders to get involved and help drive the transformation to a low carbon and nature positive future," Emsley said. "With 30 like-minded companies already behind us, we're making a verifiable impact this Earth Day. But it's going to take more than 30 of us to transform the world."
The full community of partners joining the 10 Million Verified Tree Challenge to-date includes Samsung, Mogo, Cardano, Jeep, Vega, 101 Cider, Krystal Hosting, Alive Publishing, Herbaland, Accelerate Financial, Promosapien, Jiminy's Pet Food, Monstercat, Earn with Drop, Parade, Poshmark, Leopold's Tavern, Kitsch Wines, EcoChit, C-PAC of Canada, Operto, Traction on Demand, Vivobarefoot Canada, Whitepaper Solutions, Winscape IT, Boundary, Rise, E.pop, Hahn Air, Mala the Brand, PROPetual RIET.
For more information on 10 Million Verified Tree Challenge partners and the potential for nature-positive impact, please visit veritree.com.
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The success behind tentree's planting program, veritree scales consumer-centric programs between planting organizations and corporations around the world. veritree's mission is to restore the planet - planting and verifying one billion trees within the decade. For more information, visit veritree.com.
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The Texas Education Agency released statewide standards for how school districts should remove and prevent “obscene content” from entering Texas public school libraries.
In the agency’s model policy, there is an emphasis that parents should have a role in how books are selected. The agency says that districts should make new selections readily available for parents to review. School librarians or staff should be “encouraged” to ask parents what their children can and cannot read.
The new guidelines suggest that school boards have final approval of all new books and that a committee should be put in place to review books if parents file a formal “request for reconsideration.”
To avoid “obscene” content in libraries, the agency reminded school districts that state law spells out that handing out inappropriate materials to minors is a crime. Texas librarians, school administrators and public education advocates have denied allegations that there are “inappropriate” or “pornographic” materials in school libraries or that they’re handing out such content.
The standards are to be used as guidance for school district officials as they develop new procedures or alter their policies for selecting or removing library books. School districts, which are largely independent governmental entities and run by locally elected trustees, are not required to adopt the agency’s recommendations.
The TEA’s new standards come about five months after Gov. Greg Abbott directed that agency, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and State Board of Education to develop such guidelines. In his directive, Abbott cited two memoirs about LGBTQ characters, which include graphic images and descriptions of sex, that were found in some Texas school libraries.
“There have been several instances recently of inappropriate materials being found in school libraries,” TEA commissioner Mike Morath said last week in a letter to Abbott. “This model local school board policy will serve as a helpful guide to school boards as they create the policies for their school district libraries.”
In his letter, Morath said that his agency worked with the state’s library and archives commission and the SBOE chair to develop the guidelines.
Shannon Holmes, executive director of the Association of Texas Professional Educators, warned school district officials to be wary of what policies they decide to adopt. Holmes said they should listen to their communities and not to be taken away by the politics surrounding the situation.
“As we have said since these latest book controversies began, elected school boards have for decades had the means to work with educators and parents to determine what library content meets the needs of their local communities,” Holmes said.
Last week, Barry Perez, spokesperson for the San Antonio area’s Northside Independent School District, the state’s fourth-largest district, said officials there don’t yet know if the guidance will affect them. But he said the district already has long-standing protocols to deal with concerns about books or any instructional materials.
“We will continue to follow these protocols and address any specific concerns on a case by case basis and with thoughtful consideration of students’ interests, age, maturity, and reading skills level,” Perez said in a statement.
The TEA was directed to create such standards after parents around the state caught Abbott’s attention as they called for certain books with depictions of sex to be removed from school libraries. As Abbott seeks a third term in office, he has made parental rights in education a priority issue — promising a “parental bill of rights” amendment to the Texas Constitution even though parents already have a myriad of rights when it comes to their children’s education.
Those include “Gender Queer: A Memoir,” by Maia Kobabe, which depicts the author’s journey of discovering their gender identity and sexual orientation. It includes a few pages of explicit illustrations depicting oral sex.
Another book challenged and removed was “Out of Darkness” by Ashley Hope Pérez, which depicts racism in a Texas town but also makes reference to anal sex.
While these books were being challenged and debated in school board meetings during the fall, state Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth, sent a list to school districts in October of some 850 books — including Kobabe’s — asking for information about how many are available on their campuses.
Krause’s list includes several books that discuss race, sexuality and puberty. Most were written by women, people of color and LGBTQ authors.
Disclosure: The Association of Texas Professional Educators has been a financial supporter of the Texas Tribune, Financial supporters play no role in the Tribune ’ s journalism.
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COLUMBIA, Mo., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Veterans United Home Loans, the nation's largest VA lender, was named on Fortune Magazine's list of 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2022.
Veterans United ranked No.14 on the 100 Best Companies To Work For list. The annual list is compiled by the international publication along with the global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work.
"Having a spot on Fortune's Great Place to Work for the seventh consecutive year is an honor. It all comes down to our employees and their passion for impacting and enhancing the lives of our nation's Veterans, service members, our families, communities, and each other," said August Nielsen, Vice President of People Services for Veterans United. "We collectively define our company's success by directly living out our employee-created values: be passionate and have fun, deliver results with integrity and enhance lives every day."
The Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For is highly competitive, and 2022 marks the 25th anniversary of the list. Great Place to Work, the global authority on workplace culture, selected the list using rigorous analytics and confidential employee feedback. Companies were only considered if they had been a Great Place to Work-Certified organization.
Great Place to Work is the only company culture award in America that selects winners based on how fairly employees are treated. Companies are assessed on how well they are creating a great employee experience that cuts across race, gender, age, disability status, or any aspect of who employees are or what their role is.
"Best Companies' leadership has never been more necessary," said Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work. "As workers struggle with the Great Resignation, burnout and Covid disruptions, these exceptional companies offer workplace experiences as strong as prior to the pandemic. These companies get that 'place' is wherever their employees are sitting or standing, and they are committed to make that place equitable, safe and productive. Their commitment to genuinely care for their people through trust, inclusion, purpose and meaningful flexibility for life circumstances goes beyond surface-level perks and is a model for the market to follow."
One aspect that makes Veterans United unique is its foundation, which is supported solely by the company's employees and its affiliates. In 2021, the Veterans United Foundation celebrated its 10th anniversary by donating an additional $10 million on top of other giving to help communities nationwide, which assisted 139 individuals and 93 organizations. In total, the foundation donated more than $20 million throughout the year.
"Our employees share a passion for wanting to enhance the lives of others. It was something the company was intentional about before the foundation was created, as we've always been focused on enhancing lives and supporting others," said Erik Morse, board president of Veterans United Foundation. "By forming the Veterans United Foundation 10 years ago, not only were we able to give back more to the communities we call home, but we were also able to provide more opportunities for our employees to give back collectively."
To see the complete list of the 2022 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, click here.
About Veterans United Home Loans
Based in Columbia, Missouri, the full-service national lender financed more than $25.8 billion in loans in 2020 and is the country's largest VA purchase lender. The company's mission is to help Veterans and service members take advantage of the home loan benefits earned by their service. The company's employee-driven charitable arm, Veterans United Foundation, is committed to enhancing the lives of Veterans and military families nationwide by focusing on supporting military families and nonprofit organizations that strengthen local communities. Veterans United Home Loans and its employees have donated more than $100 million to the Foundation since its founding in November 2011. Learn more at EnhanceLives.com.
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Great Place to Work® selected the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® by gathering and analyzing confidential survey responses from more than 4.5 million current U.S. employees at Great Place to Work-Certified™ organizations. Company rankings are derived from 75 employee experience questions within the Great Place to Work Trust Index™ survey. Read the full methodology.
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Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Their employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting and insights they need to make data-driven people decisions. Everything they do is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organization become a great place to work For All™.
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BREA, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At BETT Show 2022, ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, presented a wide range of innovative EdTech solutions and technologies centered around its myViewBoard ecosystem with over 5 million users globally, including the AI-powered myViewBoard Sens that increase students' engagement and improve wellness in the classroom.
A series of new display solutions were showcased, such as the innovative ViewBoard 52 Series with built-in front-facing multimedia soundbar, the 135" All-in-One LED Display, the 24" ID2456 touch podium display, as well as the 13" ID1330 pen display and 16" TD1655 portable monitor that work together to support teaching and learning anywhere.
During the show, 15 sessions of "EdTech Talks" were hosted at the booth to share valuable insights from education and technology experts, covering a range of topics, including the use of EdTech for teaching STEM, integrating new technologies into existing classrooms, and case studies of schools that created innovative learning spaces.
To learn more about ViewSonic's EdTech Solutions, please visit: https://www.viewsonic.com/uk/bett2022.
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Founded in California, ViewSonic is a leading global provider of visual solutions and conducts business in over 100 countries worldwide. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic is committed to providing comprehensive hardware and software solutions that include monitors, projectors, digital signage, ViewBoard interactive displays, and myViewBoard software ecosystem. With over 30 years of expertise in visual displays, ViewSonic has established a strong position for delivering innovative and reliable solutions for education, enterprise, consumer, and professional markets and helping customers "See the Difference." To find out more about ViewSonic, please visit www.viewsonic.com.
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Highlighting the week that was and previewing the upcoming week for the San Antonio Missions:
Aiming to salvage at least one win from last week’s six-game set against Frisco, San Antonio put a pair of runners on base to lead off the bottom of the sixth inning during the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader.
But instead of finding a breakthrough to shrink a three-run deficit, the Missions’ next three batters were retired in order. San Antonio found another flash of hope in the seventh, putting two on with two outs, but Frisco again shut the door, securing a 4-1 win and a series sweep at Wolff Stadium.
After a strong opening weekend taking two of three from Corpus Christi, San Antonio was on the wrong end of missed chances and late lead changes all week against Frisco, dropping six matchups by four runs or fewer to sink to 2-7 on the young season.
In the first and third games of the set, the Missions appeared to be in control, carrying leads into the eighth inning. But the RoughRiders scored two runs in the eighth and one in the ninth Tuesday to win 6-4, then notched four runs thanks to two San Antonio fielding errors during Thursday’s eighth inning to prevail 6-3.
The rest of the series was defined by San Antonio’s inability to cash in late opportunities to rally.
In Game 2, the Missions left the bases loaded during the eighth inning of a 9-6 loss. San Antonio stranded three again during the seventh of a 7-3 loss Friday and also failed to capitalize on a leadoff double in the eighth.
And in the opening game of Saturday’s doubleheader, Chris Givin’s flyout to the right-field wall with a runner on first was just a few feet from swinging what became a 4-3 loss.
Combined with the shortcomings during the sixth and seventh innings of the nightcap, San Antonio finished the doubleheader 1 for 14 with runners in scoring position, leaving 12 runners on base.
Prospect watch
After hitting the go-ahead home run during his first game with San Antonio on April 9 against Corpus Christi, utility player Korry Howell struggled during his first full week with the Missions, going hitless with six strikeouts in 14 at-bats.
He still showed off the speed and athleticism that help him rank as the No. 15 prospect in the San Diego Padres organization, turning four walks into three stolen bases and three runs scored.
Pitcher Kevin Kopps, the Padres’ No. 16 prospect, per MLB.com, threw two perfect innings with a pair of strikeouts across two relief appearances, while No. 30-ranked Matt Waldron allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks with five strikeouts in 42/3 innings of his lone start.
Standout hitter
Outfielder Esteury Ruiz drew nine walks and notched seven steals last week, leading the Texas League in both categories.
A 23-year-old from the Dominican Republic, Ruiz hit leadoff for San Antonio in all six games of the series, returning to the team this season after ranking second in the league with 36 steals last year.
Standout pitcher
At a time when most starters are easing into the year and ramping up their pitch counts, San Antonio’s Thomas Eshelman recorded the only complete game in the Texas League this season, albeit going seven innings in Saturday’s doubleheader opener.
Eshelman, a 27-year-old boasting nearly 100 innings of MLB experience with the Baltimore Orioles the past three seasons, allowed four runs on 12 hits with no walks and two strikeouts. He worked through 31 batters in 87 pitches, throwing 62 strikes.
By the numbers
2: Outs recorded by Missions starter Dwayne Matos during his Double-A debut on Wednesday, giving up seven runs on seven hits and a walk.
.198: San Antonio’s batting average across last week’s six games, the second-worst mark in the Texas League.
27: Walks drawn by San Antonio hitters across last week’s six games, the best mark in the Texas League.
8.44: ERA of Missions starting pitchers in the six-game series against Frisco, allowing 38 hits and seven walks with 19 strikeouts in 211/3 innings.
1.26: ERA of Missions relievers in the six-game series against Frisco, allowing 21 hits and 11 walks with 27 strikeouts in 282/3 innings.
Up next
San Antonio opens the first six-game road set of the year at 11:05 a.m. Tuesday against the Amarillo Sod Poodles.
With both teams off Sunday and Monday following Saturday doubleheaders, Tuesday is the only series opener this season slated for a morning first pitch.
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William McBride, Ph.D. is recognized by Continental Who's Who
LAFAYETTE, Ind., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- William McBride, Ph.D., is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Lifetime Achiever for his remarkable contributions to Academia and in recognition of his role as an Arthur G. Hansen Distinguished Professor at Purdue University.
Garnering over fifty years of experience in education, Dr. William McBride has led an impressive career. Throughout his acclaimed career, Dr. McBride has gained extensive expertise in Social and Political Philosophy, Legal Philosophy, and Continental European Philosophy. In his previous years, Dr. McBride taught at Yale University for nearly a decade and has lectured at Northwestern University, Sofia University in Bulgaria, and the Korcula Summer School.
Encountering people with a different professional orientation that they have thought superior to all others, Dr. McBride distinguishes this crucial factor as one of the prime challenges he has faced throughout his career. When asked his advice to newcomers in the industry, Dr. McBride notes the importance of retaining a commitment to the truth as he or she sees it, and not being daunted by initial setbacks, if such there are, in seeking employment.
An academic scholar, Dr. McBride earned an AB from Georgetown University. Thereafter, Dr. McBride attended the University of Lille from 1959 to 1960, where he was a Fulbright Fellow. Later, Dr. McBride attended Yale University, where he obtained his Master of Arts degree as a Woodrow Wilson Fellow in 1962. He then received his Ph.D. at Yale in 1964 and was awarded a Social Science Research Council Fellowship.
Remaining abreast of the latest industry developments, Dr. McBride is an active member of several international and national scholarly organizations, including the International Federation of Philosophical Societies (FISP), of which he was President from 2008-2013; the International Council for Philosophy and Human Sciences; and the North American Society for Social Philosophy, of which he is past President.
In light of his professional achievements, Dr. McBride has been recognized by several elite organizations for his exemplary work in the field, including Who's Who in America, Who's Who in America Education, Who's Who in the Midwest, and Who's Who in the World. He served as the first American Secretary-General and then President of the International Federation of Philosophical Societies (FISP) and gained many international connections that led to these positions. Dr. McBride has established himself as a prominent figure in professional philosophy.
A respected voice in his field, Dr. McBride is well-known for sharing his breadth of expertise. He is the author of several written works, including "From Yugoslav Praxis to Global Pathos," "Social and Political Philosophy," and "Social Theory at a Crossroads."
In his spare time, Dr. McBride enjoys traveling and considers himself a news buff.
In looking to the future, Dr. McBride hopes to publish at least one more book, preferably more, while continuing professional involvement globally.
Dr. McBride dedicates this recognition to Gerard F. Yates.
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Sophia Young-Malcolm had only been to San Antonio once before the Silver Stars selected her fourth overall in the 2006 WNBA draft.
Young-Malcolm, coming off an All-American career at Baylor, built an enduring legacy in San Antonio with the now-defunct WNBA franchise.
Not only did she play professional basketball in the city, but she also became involved with the sport at the grassroots level with an AAU program — Sophia Young Elite — and a two-year stint as girls basketball coach at Cornerstone.
Although she is no longer living in San Antonio, not many have forgotten her as indicated with her selection for induction into the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame.
Young-Malcolm, 38, is one of four selected for induction for the 2022 class. Others include former NFL defensive end ND Kalu, former Baylor track athlete Natalie Nalepa Linam and former St. Gerard football coach George Pasterchick, who is being honored posthumously.
The ceremony will be held Saturday at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
“I spent my entire career there in San Antonio and didn’t necessarily realize the impact that I made,” said Young-Malcolm, who has been an assistant athletic director for player development at Baylor since last May. “That made me sit back and reflect and I was amazed at that. So, I’m blessed to say the least.”
Young-Malcolm played in the WNBA for nine seasons — all in San Antonio.
She played 301 career games before her retirement following the 2015 season. She was selected to the WNBA All-Star Game three times. She scored 4,300 career points and pulled down 1,807 rebounds. She was also selected to the Stars (shortened from Silver Stars in 2014) All-Decade Team.
Young-Malcolm also played overseas in Turkey, Czech Republic, Italy and China.
Young-Malcolm played under coach Dan Hughes in San Antonio and was a teammate of Becky Hammon, the former Spurs assistant who is now the head coach of the Las Vegas Aces of the WNBA.
“I had a successful career there,” Young-Malcolm said. “And because I was able to spend my entire career there, I got meet and play with some pretty remarkable athletes … I think the faith that coach Dan Hughes had in me and the organization had in me, when I look back at it, I’m just ‘Oh my gosh.’ They had a lot of trust in me.”
Young-Malcolm didn’t exactly come out of nowhere. She was twice named All-American at Baylor and led the Bears to their first national championship in 2005.
About the event
What: San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame Tribute.
When/where: 7:30 p.m. Saturday; Convention Center (Stars at Night Ballroom).
Class of 2022: Sophia Young-Malcolm, Ndukwe "N.D." Kalu, George Pasterchick, Natalie Nalepa Linam.
She played four years at Baylor from 2002 to 2006. She garnered 2,480 points (fourth all-time) and 1,316 rebounds (second all-time) with the Bears.
Young-Malcolm, a 6-foot-1 forward, arrived at Baylor in Kim Mulkey’s third season there. Prior to Mulkey’s arrival, the Bears had never won more that 20 games in a season.
“The process of going through this at the beginning, there was no pressure whatsoever to be anything, to be good,” Young-Malcolm said of playing with Baylor. “There was the freedom of playing. We didn’t have to maintain a status.”
That changed in 2005 when the Bears won their first national championship as they broke past the Sweet 16 for the first time in program history.
In 2005, Baylor defeated Michigan State 84-62 in the RCA Dome in Indianapolis and Young-Malcolm was named the Most Outstanding Player after scoring 26 points.
That was an unexpected journey considering she was lightly recruited out of high school — Evangeline Christian in Shreveport, La.
She attended Evangeline Christian for three years and played there two years after moving there from her native West Indies. She made her way there as part of a student exchange program.
Mulkey offered her a scholarship after watching her play in high school. After visiting the campus, Young-Malcolm decided she wanted to play at Baylor, which was the only Division I school who offered her a scholarship.
When she decided to go to Baylor, Young-Malcolm never envisioned it would lead to stellar college and professional careers.
“Being that I’m from the Caribbean, basketball wasn’t such a big deal,” Young-Malcolm said. “I wasn’t saying, ‘Oh, yeah. I’m going to dream about playing basketball.’ I wanted to be a coach. That was my dream goal for a job.”
Young-Malcolm quickly realized she has high-level talent for basketball. She said that sparked her success.
“When I came to Baylor, there was so much I needed to learn about the game,” Young-Malcolm said. “And I started falling in love with it even more. That gave me a drive and I thought, ‘How much better could I get?’ When you work hard like that, accolades come.”
Young-Malcolm carried that same drive as an AAU and high school coach. And, now in her position at Baylor. She works with the women’s basketball program working with athletes in their lives outside the court whether it’s community and fans engagement or getting them prepared for life after basketball.
Basketball has been a life of blessings, she said.
“When I learned most WNBA players only play for two years, and the fact that I played for so long, sometimes I look and say ‘God. How did that even happen?’ There have been so many incredible athletes who have come out of college with high stats and awards and maybe they didn’t get that opportunity. I’m blessed in every way.”
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Xiaomi Pad 5 to launch in India on April 27
Xiaomi is gearing up to introduce the 12 Pro smartphone in India on April 27. According to 91mobiles, the brand will also launch the Xiaomi Pad 5 in the country on the same date. It will be the company's first tablet to debut in India after a long time. To recall, the Pad 5 was introduced in China in August last year.
- Xiaomi is a well-recognized brand in India when it comes to smartphones and wearables. However, it currently does not offer tablets in the country.
- Apple, Lenovo, and Motorola are the major names in the tablet market but with rivals like OPPO, Vivo, and Realme entering this space, Xiaomi wants to have its presence and eventually expand on that.
The Xiaomi Pad 5 flaunts a sleek design with proportional bezels, a top-centered front camera, and TUV Rheinland's low blue light certification. It has a single rear camera with a dual-LED flash. The tablet packs an 11.0-inch QHD+ (1600x2560 pixels) LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10 support, a 16:10 aspect ratio, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, and 500-nits of peak brightness.
The Xiaomi Pad 5 houses a 13MP (f/2.0) snapper on the rear and an 8MP (f/2.0) camera on the front. The rear camera can record 4K videos at 30fps, while the front snapper can shoot 1080p videos at 30fps.
The Xiaomi Pad 5 is fueled by an octa-core Snapdragon 860 processor, coupled with 6GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The tablet boots Android 11 with MIUI 12.5 on top. It packs an 8,720mAh battery with 33W fast-charging. For connectivity, it offers support for Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, and a Type-C port.
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(AP) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating Lucky Charms cereal after dozens of customers complained of illness after eating it.
The FDA said Saturday it has received more than 100 complaints related to Lucky Charms so far this year.
“The FDA takes seriously any reports of possible adulteration of a food that may also cause illnesses or injury,” the agency said in a statement.
Several hundred people have also posted on a food safety website iwaspoisioned.com complaining of nausea, diarrhea and vomiting after eating Lucky Charms.
General Mills Inc., the Minneapolis-based company that makes Lucky Charms, Cheerios and other cereals, said it’s aware of those reports and takes them seriously. But the company said its own investigation has not found any evidence of consumer illness linked to Lucky Charms.
General Mills said it encourages consumers to share their concerns directly with the company.
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By KEVIN FREKING
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WASHINGTON (AP) — A global computer chip shortage has made it harder for consumers to get their hands on cars, computers and other modern-day necessities, so Congress is looking to boost chip manufacturing and research in the United States with billions of dollars from the federal government.
Both the House and the Senate have passed major legislation on the matter, and the effort is one of lawmakers’ final opportunities before the November elections to show voters they are addressing the nation’s strained supply chains.
Now they have to work out considerable differences in the two bills. And Senate Republicans are already digging in before the negotiations formally begin.
President Joe Biden has made the semiconductor legislation a top priority, but he’ll need the support of 10 Senate Republicans, and perhaps more, to get a bill to his desk. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell emphasized that point when congressional leaders recently announced which lawmakers will serve on the committee that works to reconcile the two bills.
“Without major concessions and changes from House Democrats, this legislation has no chance of becoming law,” McConnell said.
House Democrats say their voices need to be heard during negotiations.
“We need to make sure that everyone has input,” said Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., chair of the New Democrat Coalition, a group that has 19 members participating in negotiations. “We have a strong bill in the House, and I think there’s important components there that the Senate should also consider.”
The Senate bill is projected to increase spending by about $250 billion over 10 years. The House bill would boost spending by more than $400 billion over the period.
WHERE THERE IS MUCH AGREEMENT
The Senate and House bills allot more than $52 billion for semiconductor production and research. Grants and loans from the federal government would subsidize some of the cost of building or renovating semiconductor plants.
“The chips funding is absolutely the foundation of this bill — it’s a bipartisan foundation,” said Josh Teitelbaum, senior counsel at Akin Gump, a law and lobbying firm. “I think it is what is driving this toward the finish line.”
SOME OVERLAP, BUT KEY DIFFERENCES
Both bills authorize a big boost in spending for the National Science Foundation, but they have different priorities for the research receiving funding.
The Senate bill provides $29 billion over five years to a new directorate focused on strengthening U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics and other cutting-edge technologies.
The House bill provides $13.3 billion over five years to a new directorate for science and engineering solutions. It lists climate change, environmental sustainability and social and economic inequality as part of the directorate’s focus.
The two sides will have to work out their competing visions for the National Science Foundation.
The two bills also establish regional technology hubs — with the Senate dedicating $10 billion to the program and the House dedicating $7 billion. The Senate bill calls for 20 such hubs, while the House bill authorizes at least 10.
The seed money would go to regional organizations seeking to advance a variety of economic and national security priorities.
The approach has bipartisan support from lawmakers with big rural and minority constituencies who want to ensure the money is not concentrated in universities or communities where a lot of tech research is already done.
WHERE THERE ARE MAJOR DIFFERENCES
The bills diverge on supply chain issues, trade, immigration and climate change, to name a few areas.
One of the big-ticket items is a $45 billion program in the House bill to enhance supply chains in the U.S. There was no such provision in the Senate bill. The money would provide grants, loans or loan guarantees to companies, local governments and tribes trying to build or relocate manufacturing plants producing critical goods.
“This is a real area of focus for companies and for communities who want to try to bring back manufacturing,” Teitelbaum said. “There’s a lot of interest in including this funding in the final package.”
Another stark difference is on trade. The House reauthorizes a program that provides training and financial assistance for those who lose their jobs or have hours cut because of increased imports. The Senate has no such provision.
“It’s not going to move without trade adjustment assistance,” Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., said of the bill.
Meanwhile, the Senate bill includes a trade provision that would exclude more products from tariffs the Trump administration put in place on goods imported from China. Those exclusions have almost all expired. The Senate bill reinstates them, a priority of business groups such as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
The House bill addresses immigration, while the Senate bill does not. It would create a new visa category for entrepreneurs and would allow those with an ownership interest in successful ventures to apply to become lawful permanent residents.
The House bill, unlike the Senate bill, also touches on climate change. It dedicates $8 billion to a fund that helps developing countries adjust to climate change. That could be a nonstarter for Republicans, who object to using U.S. taxpayer money for that purpose.
No one expects the negotiations to be easy.
“I have a hard time explaining to my friends and constituents,” said Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, “that when the White House is in favor of something, when Democrats are in favor of something, Republicans are in favor of something, the House is in favor of it, and the Senate is in favor of it, we still can’t seem to get it done. But I hope that we will take advantage of this opportunity.”
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Better Business Bureau warns East Texans of ‘storm chaser’ contractors
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Tuesday, April 19, will mark one week since straight line winds caused damage to property, homes, and businesses in parts of East Texas, including the city of Tyler.
As cleanup continues, the Better Business Bureau of Central East Texas is offering advice on protecting yourself from so-called “storm chasers,” or contractors aiming to take advantage of people already feeling vulnerable.
“As soon as the storm hits, they flock to our area and they take advantage of people who are in an emotional state because their house has been damaged,” said Mechele Mills, President/CEO of the BBB of Central East Texas.
Mills said while natural disasters, like the recent straight line wind event, bring out plenty of people with good intentions, it also brings out bad actors looking to take advantage of people.
“Some of the main things that you need to look out for is if somebody approaches you and they have no business cards, no company branding on their vehicles, or on their invoices or their bids,” Mills said. “We do have a lot of people that come through East Texas simply to take your money and run.”
Mills advised East Texans to do their own research and resist high-pressure sales tactics like the “good deal” you’ll get only if you hire the contractor right then and there.
“Watch out for people that say, ‘I have some materials left over from a job that we just did down the street. So I can give it to you at a really good discount,” Mills said.
She said a great place for storm damage victims to start is with their insurance company. Ask about your policy coverage and specific filing requirements. They can help you find trusted contractors who are also insured.
“You want to work with somebody who’s bonded and insured,” Mills said. “That helps protect you and help protect them. It also helps give you a little bit of confidence that this is a legitimate company.”
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CAUGHT ON CAM: Officers rescue mother, children from burning apartment building
Published: Apr. 18, 2022 at 7:06 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) – Dramatic video captured officers in Indiana rescuing a mother and her two toddlers from an apartment fire.
The rescue happened in the early hours of April 11.
A mother was trapped on the second floor along with her 2-year-old and 3-year-old.
Three officers with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department rushed to the back of the building, where the mother dropped her children down to the officers.
She jumped down after them.
Authorities say the flames started when a candle was knocked over by a resident, setting a blanket on fire.
One person was slightly injured, with 20 people in the apartment complex being displaced.
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By CURT ANDERSON
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A federal judge in Florida on Monday voided the national mask mandate covering airlines and other public transportation as exceeding the authority of U.S. health officials in their response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The mandate, recently extended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, covered a vast array of transportation, from airplanes and trains to city subways and ride-sharing vehicles such as Uber.
The decision by U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle in Tampa, an appointee of former President Donald Trump, also said the CDC improperly failed to justify its decision and did not follow proper rulemaking procedures that left it fatally flawed.
In her 59-page ruling, Mizelle said the only remedy was to vacate the rule entirely across the country because it would be impossible to end it for the limited group of people who objected in the lawsuit.
The judge said “a limited remedy would be no remedy at all” and courts have full authority to make a decision such as this — even if the goals of the CDC in fighting the virus are laudable.
“Because our system does not permit agencies to act unlawfully even in pursuit of desirable ends, the court declares unlawful and vacates the mask mandate,” she wrote.
The Justice Department declined to comment Monday when asked if the government planned to appeal the ruling. The CDC also declined to comment.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters that federal agencies were still assessing the court decision Monday afternoon.
“This is obviously a disappointing decision,” Psaki said, “The CDC is recommending wearing a mask on public transit.”
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who was not directly involved in the case but has battled against many government coronavirus requirements, praised the ruling in a statement on Twitter.
“Great to see a federal judge in Florida follow the law and reject the Biden transportation mask mandate. Both airline employees and passengers deserve to have this misery end,” DeSantis tweeted.
The CDC recently extended the mask mandate, which was set to expire Monday, until May 3 to allow more time to study the BA.2 omicron subvariant of the coronavirus that is now responsible for the vast majority of cases in the U.S.
The mandate covered all types of transportation in the U.S. as well as requiring masks in any transportation hub, such as an airport, seaport or bus terminal. It wasn’t immediately clear Monday whether or not some of these entities would continue to require masks on their own.
United Airlines told employees that the mask rule remains in effect while federal officials decide how to respond to the judge’s ruling. Other airlines and their trade group, Airlines for America, did not immediately respond to requests for comment after the ruling was released.
The Association of Flight Attendants, the nation’s largest union of cabin crews, has recently taken a neutral position on the mask rule because its members are divided about the issue. On Monday, the union’s president appealed for calm on planes and in airports.
“The last thing we need for workers on the frontlines or passengers traveling today is confusion and chaos,” union leader Sara Nelson said.
Nelson said it takes airlines 24 to 48 hours to put new procedures in place and tell employees about them. She said passengers should to check with airlines for updates about travel requirements.
In New York, Metropolitan Transportation Authority communications director Tim Minton said, “We are continuing to follow CDC guidelines and will review the Florida court order.”
The MTA operates New York City buses and subway trains as well as two commuter rail lines. Face coverings have been mandatory on all trains and buses since early in the pandemic.
The federal mask requirement for travelers was the target of months of lobbying from the airlines, which sought to kill it. The carriers argued that effective air filters on modern planes make transmission of the virus during a flight highly unlikely. Republicans in Congress also fought to kill the mandate.
Critics have seized on the fact that states have rolled back rules requiring masks in restaurants, stores and other indoor settings, and yet COVID-19 cases have fallen sharply since the omicron variant peaked in mid-January.
There have been a series of violent incidents on aircraft that have mainly been attributed to disputes over the mask-wearing requirements.
The lawsuit was filed in July 2021 by two plaintiffs and the Health Freedom Defense Fund, described in the judge’s order as a nonprofit group that “opposes laws and regulations that force individuals to submit to the administration of medical products, procedures and devices against their will.”
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Associated Press writers David Koenig in Dallas, Michael Balsamo and Will Weissert in Washington, and Karen Matthews in New York contributed to this story.
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Driver airlifted to hospital after crash in Rusk County
Published: Apr. 18, 2022 at 7:38 PM CDT|Updated: 27 minutes ago
RUSK COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) - One person was flown to a hospital for treatment after a two-vehicle wreck in the county.
The wreck happened on Hwy 322 at CR 243A, according to Crims Chapel Volunteer Fire Department. It involved a loaded truck tractor and a passenger vehicle.
Along with Crims Chapel VFD, Rusk County OEM and Henderson Fire Department responded. The crews performed a lengthy extrication, they said, and then the driver of the passenger vehicle was airlifted to the hospital for treatment in unknown condition.
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BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s employers and unions have joined together in opposing an immediate European Union ban on natural gas imports from Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, saying such a move would lead to factory shutdowns and the loss of jobs in the bloc’s largest economy.
“A rapid gas embargo would lead to loss of production, shutdowns, a further de-industrialization and the long-term loss of work positions in Germany,” said Rainer Dulger, chairman of the BDA employer’s group, and Reiner Hoffmann, chairman of the DGB trade union confederation, in a joint statement Monday on Germany’s dpa news agency.
They argued that EU sanctions need to be targeted to put pressure on Russia while minimizing damages to the countries imposing the sanctions, saying “in the current discussion, we don’t see that.”
The statement comes as European leaders are discussing possible new energy sanctions against Russian oil, following a decision April 7 to ban Russian coal imports beginning in August. Ukraine’s leaders say revenues from Russia’s energy exports are financing Moscow’s destructive war on Ukraine and must be ended.
That won’t be easy to do. The EU’s 27 nations get around 40% of their natural gas from Russia and around 25% of their oil. Natural gas would be the most difficult do without, energy analysts say, since most of it comes by pipeline from Russia and supplies of liquefied gas, which can be ordered by ship, are limited amid strong demand worldwide.
Germany, a major manufacturing hub and an importer of Russian gas, has so far resisted an immediate shut-off and said it plans to instead phase out Russian oil by the end of the year and most Russian gas imports by mid-2024. The EU’s executive commission has outlined steps to cut the consumption of Russian gas by two-thirds by year’s end through using more pipeline gas from Norway and Azerbaijan, importing more liqueifed gas, accelerating the deployment of wind and solar projects and intensifying conservation efforts.
German Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck said in an interview with the Funke media group that “an immediate gas embargo would endanger social peace in Germany.”
Despite widespread economic sanctions against Russian banks and individuals, the EU continues to send around $850 million per day to Russia for oil and gas, even as EU governments condemn the war in Ukraine. Gas-intensive companies include producers of glass, metals, ceramics and chemicals.
Industry officials say in many cases natural gas would be impossible to replace in the short run, and associations representing food processing, metal galvanizing and glass companies as well as the head of the chemical industry union have also opposed a sudden shutoff of Russian gas imports.
Energy analysts say a complete Russian gas cutoff could cause a recession and put some EU governments in the position of having to ration gas. The government would decide which businesses are less essential and those would have their supply shut off or reduced to spare households and hospitals, who are protected by EU law. In any case, such a shutoff would send already high gas prices even higher.
Analysts say Russian crude oil would be easier to replace than gas for the EU but that a boycott would still lead to higher energy prices, hurting consumers who are already facing a record EU inflation of 7.5%.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Progress on the construction of the first Buc-ee’s travel center in Tennessee remains ongoing in Crossville. For those of you who are not familiar with the “friendliest beaver” and its Texas roots, allow us to help out and tell you all you need to know about those Beaver Nuggets and more.
Here are 6 Things to Know about Buc-ee’s.
Buc-ee’s is from Texas
In case you hadn’t guessed already, Buc-ee’s was founded in 1982 in Lake Jackson, Texas. Because of its Texas roots, the gas and convenience store-turned-chain-of-super-travel centers will boast treats like kolaches, barbecue, jerky, and homemade fudge; plus, a friendly staff – the Texas way.
Who is ‘Buc-ee’ and what’s with the beaver?
Buc-ee’s was founded by co-founders Don Wasek and Arch “Beaver” Aplin; with Aplin making the name “Buc-ee’s” by combining his own childhood nickname and that of his dog, “Buck;” along with the Ipana toothpaste’s animated mascot, Bucky the beaver.
What are Beaver Nuggets?
Buc-ee’s Beaver Nuggets are a sweet, crunchy snack best for road trips, if you ask a Texan or traveler who has been to Buc-ee’s. The nuggets come in many flavors like sea salted caramel, bold and spicy, and original.
Buc-ee’s Crossville will be the first in Tennessee
Since Buc-ee’s began expanding its reach across the South in 2019, it has opened several locations outside the Lone Star State. Tennessee will see its first Buc-ee’s in Crossville sometime in 2023.
How big will the Buc-ee’s Crossville be?
Buc-ee’s Crossville will occupy more than 53,400 square feet and offer 120 fueling positions just outside its store with thousands of snack, meal and drink options for travelers on the go.
The biggest Buc-ee’s is in Texas
They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and so is one of Buc-ee’s 38 Texas locations. In 2012, Buc-ee’s opened its largest travel center in New Braunfels, Texas, off of Interstate 35. The New Braunfels location is the largest convenience store in the world at 68,000 square feet — in fact, it holds a world record as the world’s largest convenience store. | https://www.fox44news.com/news/6-things-to-know-about-buc-ees/ | 2022-04-19T01:06:40 | en | 0.932161 |
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of NeoGenomics, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEO) resulting from allegations that NeoGenomics may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.
SO WHAT: If you purchased NeoGenomics securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=4888 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On March 28, 2022, NeoGenomics issued a press release announcing that its Chief Executive Officer "will step down as CEO and member of the Board, effective immediately." The Company also announced that it "expects revenue for Q1 2022 may be below the low end of its prior guidance of $118 - $120 million and EBITDA for Q1 2022 will be below the low end of its prior guidance of $(15) - $(12) million." NeoGenomics disclosed that "[t]he larger than anticipated EBITDA loss was primarily driven by higher than anticipated Clinical Services cost of goods sold" and that it "has withdrawn its 2022 annual financial guidance issued February 23, 2022."
On this news, NeoGenomics's stock price fell $5.30 per share, or 29%, to close at $12.49 per share on March 29, 2022.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
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MADISON, Wis. — Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway wants to spend $425,000 to design a system to filter PFAS chemicals out of a city well. The Wisconsin State Journal reported Monday that the mayor said the system would be the first in Wisconsin designed to filter the so-called “forever chemicals” out of drinking water. Rhodes-Conway and Alderwoman Nasra Wehelie said they’ve drafted a resolution authorizing city water officials to contract with AECOM for up to $375,000 in design and engineering services for the system. The resolution includes another $50,000 for staff time. City officials say no-bid contract is necessary in order to submit the project for state grants in October.
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Increasing cloudiness is expected ahead of the next system on Tuesday, with windy and slightly warmer temperatures. Southeast winds will increase to between 15 and 25 mph with a few gusts approaching 35 mph by afternoon.
Lows in the 50s with highs in the 70s to lower 80s Big Country and western Central Texas. | https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/monday-evening-forecast-with-chief-meteorologist-mike-lapoint-90/ | 2022-04-19T01:06:46 | en | 0.965803 |
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Cabaletta Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: CABA): (i) pursuant and/or traceable to the offering documents issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about October 24, 2019 (the "IPO" or "Offering"); and/or (ii) between October 24, 2019 and December 13, 2021, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important April 29, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Cabaletta securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Cabaletta class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3749 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 29, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, the IPO offering documents and defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) top-line data of the Phase 1 Clinical Trial indicated that DSG3-CAART had, among other things, worsened certain participants' disease activity scores and necessitated additional systemic medication to improve disease activity after DSG3-CAART infusion; (2) accordingly, DSG3-CAART was not as effective as the Company had represented to investors; (3) therefore, the Company had overstated DSG3-CAART's clinical and/or commercial prospects; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Cabaletta class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3749 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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MADISON, Wis. — Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway wants to spend $425,000 to design a system to filter PFAS chemicals out of a city well. The Wisconsin State Journal reported Monday that the mayor said the system would be the first in Wisconsin designed to filter the so-called “forever chemicals” out of drinking water. Rhodes-Conway and Alderwoman Nasra Wehelie said they’ve drafted a resolution authorizing city water officials to contract with AECOM for up to $375,000 in design and engineering services for the system. The resolution includes another $50,000 for staff time. City officials say a no-bid contract is necessary in order to submit the project for state grants in October.
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(The Hill) – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is no longer enforcing the federal government’s mask mandate for travel after a federal judge in Florida struck down the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) directive.
“The agencies are reviewing the decision and assessing potential next steps,” a Biden administration official said. “In the meantime, today’s court decision means CDC’s public transportation masking order is not in effect at this time.”
“Therefore, TSA will not enforce its Security Directives and Emergency Amendment requiring mask use on public transportation and transportation hubs at this time,” the official said.
The Biden administration is still encouraging travelers to wear masks on public transit in order to protect against COVID-19 in the wake of Monday’s ruling. But those who do not wear face coverings on planes and other modes of public transportation will not face consequences.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters earlier Monday that the ruling was “disappointing” and that the administration was reviewing the decision.
The Justice Department would make any decision on litigation, she said. The administration could choose to appeal the ruling.
Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle, an appointee of former President Trump, voided the CDC’s mandate earlier Monday, writing that the agency exceeded its statutory authority with the order requiring mask use on planes, trains and other forms of public transit.
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Ratings made by current employees during challenging pandemic
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Collabera has once again been recognized as one of best places to work by Comparably.com. This marks the second consecutive year of recognition for Collabera.
Comparably's list of top companies in the New York Metropolitan area is derived from sentiment ratings provided by current employees who anonymously rated their employers on Comparably.com over the past 12 months.
Karthik Krishnamurthy, Collabera's chief executive officer, said: "Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We know they work hard every day and we consistently strive to provide them with an experience they enjoy and are proud of. Being bold and being kind is more than just what we say, it's who we are."
Nearly 20 different workplace culture categories were measured, including compensation, leadership, professional development, perks and benefits during the period of March 2021 through March 2022.
"We are honored that our employees have recognized Collabera as a top place to work. We take great pride in our company's culture, which emphasizes the importance of caring for our employees and helping ensure they are achieving their career and personal goals," said Susan Youngblood, chief people officer, Collabera.
Across all 60 global offices, Collabera offers a culture of camaraderie, cooperation and celebration, keeping our work environment joyful while striving for excellence.
This is Collabera's second recognition from Comparably recently. Collabera was named one of the top 100 highest-rated companies for diversity as part of Comparably's 2021 fifth annual Best Places to Work Awards in December 2021.
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Collabera operates at the intersection of software engineering, innovation, and talent orchestration. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., Collabera serves a majority of the Fortune 100 companies across financial services, healthcare, technology, and other industries. As one of the leading privately-held technology companies in the U.S., Collabera is regularly recognized as a top place to work and as a leader in building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Visit us at collabera.com.
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By TOM KRISHER and MATT O’BRIEN
AP Business Writers
DETROIT (AP) — Twitter has dropped a major roadblock in front of Elon Musk’s effort to take over the company, leaving investors to wonder about the mercurial Tesla CEO’s next move.
The social media company has adopted a “poison pill” defense that makes it difficult for Musk or any other investor to buy Twitter without the board of directors’ approval. Musk, who currently owns about 9% of the company, last week disclosed an offer of about $43 billion, or $54.20 per share.
Twitter’s next likely move is to formally reject Musk’s offer, although it could negotiate. Musk has a number of options which also include talks with the board, sweetening his offer, or even triggering the poison pill, which experts say would be disastrous for the company.
In a regulatory filing on Monday, Twitter’s board said it approved the defensive move to protect the company from “coercive or otherwise unfair” takeover tactics.
The board is leaving open the possibility of negotiating with Musk or another suitor. The filing says the shareholder rights agreement should not interfere with any merger or offer approved by the board.
Although he said his offer was “final,” Musk may have to raise his bid to satisfy other shareholders. A Saudi prince who is among Twitter’s major shareholders scoffed at the offer last week in a tweet. Al Waleed bin Talal said he didn’t believe $43 billion is close to Twitter’s value given its growth prospects. Twitter shares hit an all-time high of $77.63 in March 2021.
When he made his offer public, Musk provided no details on financing, but such a disclosure could improve his chances. He could raise money by borrowing billions using his stakes in Tesla and SpaceX as collateral, and he could bring in other investors.
The poison pill would give stockholders as of April 25 the right to buy one one-thousandth of a share of preferred stock for each common share they own, at a price of $210. The rights are triggered if any person or group of investors buys 15% or more of the company’s shares without board approval.
The preferred stock would have the same voting rights as a common share, according to the filing, which does not specifically mention Musk.
The poison pill essentially would spell the end of Twitter if Musk or another investor acquires 15% or more of the company, said James Cox, a professor of corporate and securities law at Duke University.
Shareholders who exercise the rights and buy preferred stock at $210 would get $420 in Twitter stock or assets, he said. That would be more than Twitter can afford to pay, and likely would send the company into receivership, Cox said.
“You want to create an event that Musk would never want to trigger because it would be the death of Twitter,” Cox said. He predicts that Musk and the board will negotiate, at least for a while, adding that no investor has ever crossed the line to activate a poison pill.
If Musk triggered the poison pill, he risks wiping out much of the money he has invested in Twitter because his stake would be diluted, said Columbia University law professor Eric Talley. “You want to deter someone from deliberately triggering the poison pill,” Talley said.
Twitter’s board has information that the average shareholder doesn’t, such as earnings or market growth projections, and whether there’s reason to believe that the share value is artificially depressed, Talley said. The board, he said, could just hold out.
“They’re sitting right now on top of a poison pill that’s a bit of a showstopper. From a corporate law perspective, they’re on pretty solid footing right now if they just keep that in place and say they’re not comfortable bargaining at this stage.”
Musk said in making his bid that Twitter “needs to be transformed as a private company” in order to build trust with users and do better at serving what he calls the “societal imperative” of free speech. He said shareholders, not the board, should decide whether Twitter goes private.
Shares of Twitter closed Monday up 7.5% at $48.45, still $5.75 shy of Musk’s offer. That’s a sign that investors are skeptical of whether Musk can pull off the deal.
Musk began accumulating Twitter shares in late January, ending up with a stake of about 9%. Only Vanguard Group controls more shares. A lawsuit filed last week in New York federal court alleged Musk illegally delayed disclosing his stake so he could buy more shares at lower prices.
Musk took to Twitter to criticize board members in recent days, saying he’d save about $3 million per year by bringing the board salary to zero if his bid succeeds, and noting that board members collectively owning just a tiny financial stake in Twitter shows that their “economic interests are simply not aligned with shareholders.”
Musk, who has more than 82 million followers, is a prolific tweeter who has criticized other celebrity accounts for not tweeting enough, suggesting that as a sign that Twitter is dying.
The takeover episode will put pressure on Twitter executives to show that the company is not underperforming, said Olaf Groth, a business professor at the University of California, Berkeley. Even the entire social media business model of making money through advertising — which Musk has questioned — is now “up for discussion,” Groth said.
“He may decide it’s not worth it, and that he sent a political signal to exert pressure,” Groth said. “Now all eyes are on Twitter and the clock is ticking.”
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O’Brien reported from Providence, Rhode Island.
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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) between February 8, 2021 and February 4, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important April 26, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Cerence securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Cerence class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3722 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 26, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the global semiconductor shortage had a materially negative impact on demand for Cerence's software licenses; (2) defendants masked the impact of the semiconductor shortage on demand for Cerence's software licenses by pulling forward sales; and (3) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about Cerence's business, operations, and prospects were false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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