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Validity of expiring FCRA licences of NGOs extended till Sept 30
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- India
The Union home ministry on Wednesday extended till September 30 the validity of FCRA licences of those NGOs whose renewal applications are pending or whose validity is going to expire soon.
In a notification, the home ministry, however, made it clear that those NGOs whose renewal application has been rejected will not be able to receive foreign fundings.
All NGOs intend to receive foreign fundings are mandatorily required to register under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010.
The validity of registration certificates of such entities whose validity was extended till June 30, 2022 and whose renewal application is pending will stand extended till September 30 or till the date of disposal of renewal application, whichever is earlier, the notification said.
The validity of those FCRA entities whose five years validity period is expiring during July 1, 2022 to September 30 and which have applied or apply for renewal before expiry of five years validity period will stand extended up to September 30, 2022 or till the date of disposal of renewal application, whichever is earlier.
''All FCRA registered associations are therefore advised to take note that in case of refusal of the application for renewal of certificate of registration, the validity of the certificate shall be deemed to have expired on the date of refusal of the application of renewal and the association shall not be eligible either to receive the foreign contribution or utilise the foreign contribution received,'' the notification said. The government has cancelled FCRA registration of nearly 1,900 NGOs for violating various provisions of law in the last five years. There were 22,762 FCRA-registered organisations till December 2021.
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Organization demonstrates financial and physician network growth
SAN RAMON, Calif., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill Physicians Medical Group, California's largest independent physician association, has reported its 2021 annual audited financial results. Reporting $576 million in total revenue compared to $554 million the prior year, Hill continued to grow despite the challenges of the pandemic. Hill Physicians Medical Group is one of few independent medical groups to annually audit and share its financial results.
The medical group also reported increased patient and physician support, while strategically expanding its lines of business:
- Reached out, engaged, and coordinated timely care for 98% of high-risk patients in 2021
- Continued to expand physician adoption of technology, with over 80% of primary care physicians now offering video visits as an option for their patients
- Piloted a Community Health Advocate program in collaboration with Blue Shield of California, which contributed to 45% fewer ER visits
- Ended the year with our five largest health plan partners participating in a Clinically Integrated Network (CIN)
- Bolstered its presence in Solano County, by adding Northbay Healthcare to Hill Physician's network of providers.
"We continued to deliver exceptional care and support to our members and providers while managing the impacts of the global pandemic. We grew the Hill Physicians network and membership, added new plans and products to the portfolio and invested in technology," said David Joyner, CEO of Hill Physicians Medical Group. "I am proud of our performance as we delivered value-added services to help patients and our physicians navigate the complex healthcare landscape. Supporting our physicians and their staff is our primary goal, assisting them to deliver high quality patient care," reported David.
The 2021 annual report and financial statements are available at HillPhysicians.com/2021.
Hill Physicians Medical Group is the largest independent physician association in Northern California. Since 1984, it has provided consumers access to quality, patient-focused healthcare. The group, comprised of more than 5,000 primary care and specialty physicians, partners with leading health plans and hospitals, giving members access to healthcare in 12 counties spanning the Sacramento, Stockton and San Francisco Bay areas. Comprehensive case management programs, targeted clinical initiatives and a dedication to technological advancement place it at the forefront of the industry. Hill Physicians is consistently acknowledged as one of the top-performing medical groups in the state by The Integrated Healthcare Association and Association of Physician Groups. For more information, visit: www.HillPhysicians.com.
Contact: Cynthia Hibbard
Phone: 925.327.6731
Email: Cynthia.Hibbard@hpmg.com
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Telangana should be Gudumba, Cannabis-free, says Minister
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- India
Telangana Minister for Excise V Srinivas Goud on Wednesday said officials need to work with an objective of making the state free of illicit liquor and cannabis as per the directions of Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao.
There should be a strict vigilance on the sale of Non-Duty Paid Liquor, manufacture of illicit liquor, peddling of marijuana and gudumba (illicit liquor) and the perpetrators should be punished as per law, he said.
The minister directed the officials to register PD act and bindover cases against the culprits.
Goud also conducted a review on the performance of tourism projects and directed the officers to expedite works of the "Kaloji Kala Kshetram" in Hanamkonda.
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Register for the free live streamed event or join the in-person experience in Santa Monica, Calif. on Nov. 17 to connect, discover and celebrate with global talent and technology leaders
HOLMDEL, N.J., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iCIMS, the talent cloud company, today announced registration is open for INSPIRE 2022, an award-winning global event for talent and technology innovators. The third annual INSPIRE conference will return as an interactive virtual event on Nov. 17 with live streaming and a limited in-person audience in Santa Monica, Calif.
Industry leaders around the world will connect with community peers, tap into the greater purpose as leaders and discuss how to create value for organizations. Attendees will discover the latest talent innovations, find what powers change and celebrate the bold moves happening in the industry.
"Success begins and ends with talent," said Susan Vitale, chief marketing officer, iCIMS. "Our customers are choosing to lead boldly in the face of change and we want to inspire our community to find their purpose and make an impact on their organization, the industry and the world."
Last year, INSPIRE attendees moved forward together in a time of rapid change with eye-opening conversations from leading industry experts on optimizing talent acquisition. Attendees heard from Emmy® and Golden Globe winning writer, actor, director and producer Dan Levy and Olympic track and field star Allyson Felix, as well as leaders from Hilton, Spectrum, IBM, Amazon Web Services and more.
"I've been impressed by this conference over the last two years and can say confidently that INSPIRE lives up to its name," said Angad Madra, talent acquisition business partner at Asurion and two-time iCIMS Innovator Award winner. "I've been able to gather valuable advice and innovative tactics to implement at my organization to help transform how we attract, engage, hire and advance talent. I'm excited to see what's in store this year!"
Each year, iCIMS recognizes talent leaders who are innovating and helping to create change with the iCIMS Innovator Awards. iCIMS is now accepting nominations for its 2022 Innovator Awards program, with winning innovators recognized at this year's conference. Past iCIMS Innovator winners include leaders from Comcast, Rockwell Automation, IBM, Hertz, HubSpot, Asurion Insurance, Ascension and more.
Join us for the live streamed INSPIRE 2022 or request an invite for the limited in-person experience in Santa Monica, Calif. on Nov. 17 here to discover the bold moves leaders are taking to drive impact at organizations worldwide. More details on keynote speakers and discussion topics will be announced soon.
About iCIMS, Inc.
iCIMS is the talent cloud company that empowers organizations to attract, engage, hire and advance the right talent that builds a diverse, winning workforce. iCIMS accelerates transformation for a community of more than 4,000 customers, including 40% of the Fortune 100, that collectively employ more than 34 million people around the world. For more information, visit www.icims.com.
Contact:
Carlee Capawana
carlee.capawana@icims.com
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PM Modi to inaugurate Vanijya Bhawan tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the new premises of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Vanijya Bhawan on Thursday at 10
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- India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the new premises of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Vanijya Bhawan on Thursday at 10:30 am. Constructed near the India Gate, the Vanijya Bhawan is designed as a smart building which incorporates the principles of sustainable architecture with a special focus on energy saving. It will serve as an integrated and modern office complex that will be used by the two Departments under the Ministry i.e. Department of Commerce and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
According to an official statement by the Prime Minister's Office, the PM will also launch a new portal-- National Import-Export Record for Yearly Analysis of Trade (NIRYAT). NIRYAT is developed as a one-stop platform for the stakeholders to get all the necessary information related to India's foreign trade.
PM Modi will also address a gathering on the occasion of the inauguration of Vanijya Bhawan. (ANI)
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CHICAGO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help individuals and couples of color experiencing infertility build families of their dreams, Fertility for Colored Girls (FFCG) and Reproductive Medicine Associates (RMA) announced today a partnership to award full grants for in-vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles to eligible recipients across the U.S.
While approximately 12% of American women of reproductive age struggle with infertility, studies show that Black women are twice as likely as white women to experience fertility problems and are less likely to receive fertility treatments.
"There are a number of factors that prevent people of color experiencing infertility from getting treatment, including shame related to the issue and misinformation about the condition, as well as lack of access and financial barriers to treatment," said Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards-Dunn, founder of FFCG. "This grant program aims to address those obstacles and disparities and help achieve the dreams of those wishing to build their families."
Grant applications for the FFCG-RMA program can be accessed at RMANetwork.com, Fertility for Colored Girls or Pearl Mini-IVF and will be accepted through August 1, 2022. Applicants can select a site in the state where they live or one most convenient for travel, including RMA-participating locations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, northern and southern California, and Florida, as well as Pearl Mini-IVF in San Diego, California. Six grant recipients will be announced in August and provided one IVF cycle each that will include fertility medications, endocrine and ultrasound monitoring, pre-genetic testing and all IVF cycle procedures. Pre-genetic testing will be provided by Juno Genetics.
"As specialists in reproductive medicine, we are proud to partner with FFCG to provide treatment to individuals and couples of color experiencing infertility in this first-of-its-kind grant program for RMA," said Thomas Molinaro, M.D., Director, IVI America. "FFCG was founded almost a decade ago by Rev. Dr. Edwards-Dunn after her own long struggle with infertility and subsequent success in having three children. The organization's mission to educate, empower and inspire is a perfect fit for RMA's approach to family building."
About Fertility for Colored Girls
FFCG seeks to provide education, awareness, support and encouragement to African American women/couples and other women of color experiencing infertility and seeking to build the families of their dreams. Additionally, FFCG seeks to empower African American women to take charge of their fertility and reproductive health. Visit fertilityforcoloredgirls.org to learn more.
About RMA
Reproductive Medicine Associates (RMA) has been helping build families through the most advanced treatment options and patient-centered fertility care for over 20 years. RMA is a leader in IVF research, pioneering the Single Embryo Transfer (SET), increasing safety for mom and baby and Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A), dramatically increasing successful outcomes. With access to practices nationwide, RMA has helped welcome over 50,000 babies into loving families. Learn more at rmanetwork.com.
About Juno Genetics
Our mission is to provide evidence based, clinically useful information of the highest quality for patients who are undergoing fertility treatments. Juno genetics is dedicated to advancing knowledge and enhancing outcomes in embryonic research, diagnosis, and education. Learn more at www.junogenetics.com.
CONTACT: Sarah Wilson, Coyne PR, Cell: 908.872.5405, Email: sewilson@coynepr.com
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Indian Army chief to visit Nepal in August
- Country:
- Nepal
India's Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande will travel to Nepal on an official visit in August during which he would be conferred with the title of honorary General of Nepali Army by President Bidya Devi Bhandari, according to Foreign Ministry sources here.
The date and schedule of the proposed visit by the Indian Army chief has not yet been made public.
According to sources, the Indian Army chief will be conferred with the title of honorary General of Nepali Army by President Bhandari.
Nepal Army sources said that though the visit is on the cards, they cannot officially confirm unless the Foreign Ministry officially informs the Nepal Army about the trip.
General Pande took charge as the 29th Chief of the Army Staff on April 30 after incumbent Gen MM Naravane retired from service.
There has been a long tradition of exchange of visits by the army chiefs of Nepal and India and conferring the title of honorary General to both the army chiefs.
Nepal's Chief of Army Staff Prabhu Ram Sharma visited India in November last year at the invitation of his Indian counterpart.
General Sharma was conferred with the honorary General of the Indian Army during the visit.
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Increased customer adoption for Infor hospitality-specific applications and the cloud contribute to success
NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Infor®, the industry cloud company, today announced its continued innovation and momentum over the past 12 months in its hospitality business unit at HITEC 2022. Infor Hospitality delivers end-to-end functionality in the cloud, serving every tier of the industry: from hotels of all sizes to casinos and specialty resorts. It delivers proven capabilities in key areas such as revenue optimization, property management, event and food service management, business intelligence, social collaboration, and mobility. The suite allows users to easily share data such as revenue management recommendations, scheduling, and customer information in real time, ultimately allowing employees to focus on improving guest service and enhancing the bottom line.
Infor HMS updates include:
- Improving the online guest experience – Hoteliers can offer guests the ability to request digital keys, update their contact, passport and ID information, as well as complete the entire check-in and check-out process from their mobile device. In addition, the application offers customization to leverage a property's branding such as images, fonts, colors and styling guides. Fields and screens of the online guest experience are now configurable for each guest type, providing hotels an additional level of service focused on loyalty level or tier. This will help users create exceptional guest experiences, improve guest loyalty, hotel revenue, and lead to improved profitability.
- Putting more emphasis on learning and training – Another enhancement to Infor HMS is the addition of new e-learning courses, via Infor Campus. These new courses can be accessed on any device at any time, allowing teams to work the way they live and interact with technology, benefiting from at-home access, on-site, or a blended version. These new e-learning courses will help make the onboarding process more efficient and allow team members using the Infor HMS applications to access basic and refresher trainings at the time they are needed.
- Fast, direct access to Infor support – Infor also released a new in-app chat feature that allows users to chat live directly with HMS support experts, in their preferred language, from any page in HMS to get immediate help. This targeted technology allows customers to pull up a virtual stool and talk with a support analyst at the peak point when help is needed. Provided alongside the usual channels, such as phone calls and the support portal, this tool provides an immediate line of communication to get questions answered in real time without leaving the page or picking up another device. It also automatically creates an incident for future reference so no need to log an incident.
- The ability to be more involved in future product releases – The Enhancement Request System (ERS), part of Infor Concierge customer support center, offers a portal where users can easily log enhancements and new feature and design change requests directly for Infor Product Management review. Much like a support incident being logged and coming into a support consultant's queue for review and resolution, the items logged in ERS go into the Product Management and Strategy teams queue for review and possible placement in a future docket. With this system, users can appeal and advocate for individual requests, creating a more direct line between the end user and Infor teams.
Infor Sales & Catering updates include:
- Infor has added an Event Room Diagramming module to its Sales & Catering solution. This feature will enable hospitality venues to generate event room diagrams (to scale) for their clients and set-up teams. The diagrams are generated dynamically using details from the event to save time for users. The new module is included in the core functionality, which enhances profitability for venues by eliminating subscription charges from other third-party applications. The functionality also includes self-service features for building room templates to help reduce the cost of professional service fees.
Infor Kiosk technology updates include:
- Lastly, the new food service Point of Sale Kiosk ordering supports multiple revenue centers from a single device. This is an excellent option for properties with multiple food service outlets on-site. From a single kiosk, customers can select their desired outlet from which to order. Their order details and revenue will then flow to the appropriate point-of-sale system for fulfillment. Kiosk ordering delivers higher customer satisfaction and higher check totals. Infor Kiosk enables the operator to invest in systems more efficiently, spreading the cost and benefits of a single device between multiple outlets. Infor Kiosk delivers contactless ordering, higher average check, increased customer satisfaction, reduced labor costs, and lower capital cost per outlet through a new Multi-Revenue Center feature.
- Infor's hospitality solutions drive new levels of usability, connectivity, and insight. Customers across the globe benefit from rapid scalability to accommodate brand expansion and acquisition and multi-currency financials with powerful performance analysis by region, market and property.
- "Infor is a top choice for the hospitality industry because we are constantly investing and innovating in our suite of solutions to mirror and anticipate ever-evolving guest expectations," said Jason Floyd, Infor Hospitality general manager. "From sales to service to product to leadership, we are a dedicated team of subject matter experts that truly understands what a hotelier needs from a technology standpoint to operate in a complicated market. Infor's cloud-based hospitality solutions are built to connect and seamlessly integrate, empowering staff to deliver superior services and help foster long-lasting relationships with guests."
Learn more about Infor Hospitality: www.infor.com/industries/hospitality
About Infor
Infor is a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry. Infor's mission-critical enterprise applications and services are designed to deliver sustainable operational advantages with security and faster time to value. We are obsessed with delivering successful business outcomes for customers. Over 60,000 organizations in more than 175 countries rely on Infor's 17,000 employees to help achieve their business goals. As a Koch company, our financial strength, ownership structure, and long-term view empower us to foster enduring, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers. Visit www.infor.com.
For more information:
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Infor
312-662-2135
christina.ledger@infor.com
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-- Alumna Mashama Bailey named Outstanding Chef --
NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 13, in Chicago, the James Beard Foundation celebrated another installment of its famed awards. The awards aim to recognize the best and brightest talent in the food and beverage industry, and this year, an Institute of Culinary Education graduate, Mashama Bailey, was awarded the highest honor — Outstanding Chef in America. ICE's mission is to help the next generation of chefs achieve their culinary goals and find their culinary voice. Chef Mashama has found her unique voice at The Grey in Savannah, Georgia. ICE is proud to share the recognition its alumni have earned throughout the organization's history.
Chef Mashama is a 2001 graduate of ICE's Culinary Arts program. Other honors she has received include the Foundation's Best Chef: Southeast in 2019, as well as Restaurant of the Year by Eater in 2017 and Food & Wine's Restaurant of the Year in 2015.
In 2022, seven ICE alumni were named as semifinalists and finalists for awards, including: Rachel Yang (Culinary, '01) for Outstanding Chef, Mary Attea (Culinary, '11) for Best Chef: NY State, Helen Nguyen (Culinary, '17) for Best Chef: NY State, Ayesha Nurdjaja (Culinary, '07) for Best Chef: NY State, Shennari Freeman (Health-Supportive Culinary Arts, '21) for Emerging Chef and Sohui Kim (Culinary Arts & Management, '02) for Best New Restaurant.
"The James Beard Foundation's Outstanding Chef award is the highest singular honor in America for a chef, and we are thrilled that this year an ICE alumnus was the recipient. We congratulate Chef Mashama on this award," says ICE CEO Rick Smilow. "It's amazing to see how our students navigate the industry and find their culinary voices, and the ICE community is extremely proud of having been a step on the path to Chef Mashama's and all of our students' achievements."
Chef Mashama enrolled at ICE in 2000 and, upon completion, worked under Jeremy Marshall at Aqua Grill for her externship. Next, she spent a number of years at Chef Gabrielle Hamilton's Prune, ultimately rising to sous chef. In 2014, she and partner John O. "Johno" Morisano opened The Grey in a restored 1938 Greyhound bus terminal, serving her take on Southern coastal and farm-to-table cuisine. She is also the author of "Black, White, and The Grey: The Story of an Unexpected Friendship and a Beloved Restaurant." In 2019, she was the subject of an episode of Netflix's Chef's Table. This summer, Chef Mashama and Mr. Morisano will open The Grey Diner Bar and The Grey Market in Austin.
Over the years, ICE alumni have been nominated for and won many James Beard Foundation Awards. This year, Chef Mashama becomes the first to win the Outstanding Chef category. She joins the ranks of fellow alumni winners, including:
CHEFS & RESTAURANTS
- 2018 Best Chef: New York City: Missy Robbins (Culinary Arts, '95): Lilia, Brooklyn, New York
- 2009 Outstanding Pastry Chef: Gina DePalma (Pastry & Baking Arts, '94): Babbo, New York
- 2004 Rising Star Chef of the Year: Allison Vines-Rushing (Culinary Arts, '00): Jack's Luxury Oyster Bar, New York
- 2000 Outstanding Pastry Chef: Claudia Fleming (Culinary Arts, '88) Gramercy Tavern, New York
- 1998 Outstanding Pastry Chef: Stephen Durfee (Pastry & Baking Arts, ' 91): The French Laundry, Yountville, California
FOOD MEDIA
- 2018 Video Webcast, Fixed Location and/or Instructional: Vivian Howard (Culinary Arts, '03): Panna Cooking: Black Bean-Glazed Salmon with Ginger Cabbage
- 2018 International Cookbook: Stacy Adimando (Culinary, '10): Nopalito: A Mexican Kitchen
- 2016 Outstanding Personality/Host: Vivian Howard (Culinary Arts, '03): A Chef's Life, PBS
- 2012 Video Webcast: Jamie Tiampo (Restaurant & Culinary Management, '06): EatTV with Jamie Tiampo, Eattv.com
This year has continued to be a year of growth for the Institute of Culinary Education. The school's 2022 commencement had a record number of graduates and the school continues to develop across both New York City and Los Angeles campuses. Commencement speakers were Jacques Pépin (New York) and Antonia Lofaso (Los Angeles). In 2021, the school launched an online diploma program in Culinary Arts & Food Operations, which provides aspiring culinary professionals access to comprehensive training from the comfort of their own kitchens. That same year, ICE launched its first Associate of Occupational Studies degree program in Los Angeles, which offers a college-level curriculum with a restaurant and hospitality focus.
About the Institute of Culinary Education
The Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) is one of the largest and most diverse culinary schools in the world with campuses in New York and Los Angeles. Established in 1975, ICE offers award-winning six- to 14-month career training programs in Culinary Arts, Pastry & Baking Arts, Health-Supportive Culinary Arts, Restaurant & Culinary Management and Hospitality & Hotel Management, in addition to professional development in Artisan Bread Baking, The Art of Cake Decorating and Intensive Sommelier Training — with more than 15,000 alumni, many of whom are leaders in the industry.
ICE also offers continuing education for culinary professionals, hosts 400 special events each year and is home to one of the world's largest recreational cooking, baking and beverage programs. ICE's 74,000-square-foot, cutting-edge campus in New York City and its 38,000-square-foot Los Angeles campus were designed for inspiration, creativity and community.
ICE continues to grow and evolve with the launch of its LA campus in 2018, the addition of the Health-Supportive Culinary Arts program in 2019, an agreement with the International Culinary Center in 2020, the introduction of sommelier training and associate degrees in 2021 and the introduction of an Online Culinary Arts & Food Operations program in 2021. Visit us at ice.edu or join us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube at @iceculinary to find your culinary voice™.
CONTACT:
Stephanie Fraiman
Public Relations Director
Institute of Culinary Education
(212) 847-0703
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UK Foreign Secretary to visit Israel, Israeli foreign ministry says
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Britain's Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is expected to visit Israel in the coming month, an Israeli Foreign Ministry statement said without specifying an exact date.
Israel's Foreign Minister Yair Lapid invited Truss by phone on Wednesday, the statement said, adding that "the two discussed the need for determined action by the international community against Iranian terror".
Lapid is set to take over from Prime Minister Naftali Bennett at the head of a caretaker government after he and Bennett moved on Monday to dissolve parliament and hold an early national election.
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The new launches build on Intercom's vision to enable a new era of customer connection and engagement
SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intercom, the Engagement OS, today launched three new capabilities to help businesses create powerful customer experiences and drive ongoing engagement.
Intercom SMS is a truly two-way SMS tool for sales, marketing and support teams to reach and communicate with customers, replacing the status quo, one-sided SMS tools and dead-end text messages that are impersonal for customers and disconnected for businesses. Custom Actions and Custom Objects are next-generation, no-code platform features that let businesses design personalized, self-serve support experiences in minutes. The features now connect Intercom's bots with first-party data to present customers with real-time information during a conversation, like order status or payment details, and let customers take actions, like updating their contact information or canceling bookings. With customer support undergoing a once-in-a-generation change, Custom Actions and Custom Objects are examples of how Intercom is building the future of automated support.
"Intercom exists to help businesses provide better experiences for their customers," said Jane Honey, Senior Product Director at Intercom. "These new features help businesses make the most out of every opportunity they have to connect with a customer—whether it's building stronger customer relationships through two-way conversations, or leveraging automation for faster and better experiences for both their support teams and customers."
Intercom's Engagement OS has consistently leveraged the power of AI and bots for more personalized and faster customer interactions, and in recent years has invested in enabling omni-channel customer communication across a variety of channels, including email, surveys, push notifications, in-app messages, WhatsApp and more.
Intercom SMS is a fully integrated solution built natively into the Intercom platform, so it can be used alongside Intercom's omni-channel offering to build complete customer journeys. It is the most powerful option bringing together mass outbound SMS with SMS support, that doesn't require a separate tool or provider. Whereas most SMS solutions are powered by keywords, Intercom SMS is truly two-way texting. Customer support reps can respond to SMS messages within the Intercom Inbox and also send targeted and personalized outbound SMS messages at scale, both increasing engagement and encouraging customers to take action.
"Using Intercom SMS, we've seen higher engagement on our SMS messages and completion rates by our customers, as well as significant time savings for our team," said Daniel Leung, Head of Product & Strategic Growth at Curex. "Our patients prefer SMS, but setting it up, tracking conversations and responding used to be a very manual process. Intercom SMS has made it easier for everyone—both our internal team and patients alike, helping us make the patient experience seamless."
Because Intercom SMS is built natively into Intercom's all-in-one platform, which captures and stores customer and event data, businesses also get automatic access to powerful and deeply integrated SMS targeting, orchestration, message personalization, optimizations, robust reporting and more. The feature is available now in the U.S, U.K, Canada and Australia.
Customers expect more from bots than just simple resolutions, and businesses need easy and intuitive bot builder environments to meet this demand.
Custom Actions manages the connection between Intercom and external data sources, while Custom Objects helps businesses store, organize and use external data within Intercom in the way that suits their business. The features connect Intercom's Custom Bots and Resolution Bot with customers' first-party data from external sources, and teams can set up the data connection in minutes, with no-code integrations.
Through the integration, bots can answer more questions and resolve even more conversations automatically, without needing a human touch. This not only boosts self-serve rates and reduces inbound support volume for support teams—it also provides a better and faster customer experience. Custom Actions and Custom Objects are available now to all global customers using Intercom's bots.
Intercom is debuting the new features at the New at Intercom event today at 8 a.m. PDT/4 p.m. BST. Visit the website to watch live.
Intercom, the Engagement OS, enables businesses to build stronger customer relationships that drive growth and scale. With its all-in-one customer communications platform, Intercom offers next-generation solutions for sales, marketing and support teams to work together to convert prospects into paying customers, engage customers throughout their journey and provide world-class support.
Intercom is redefining the customer journey and unifying business silos to deliver ongoing, personalized engagement through in-context communications. More than 25,000 global organizations, including Atlassian, Amazon and Lyft Business, rely on Intercom to deliver unparalleled user experiences at any scale. Intercom's platform is used to send over 500 million messages per month and enables interactions with over 600 million monthly active end users.
Founded in 2011 and backed by leading venture capitalists, including Kleiner Perkins, Bessemer Venture Partners and Social Capital, Intercom is on a mission to make internet business personal.
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US Domestic News Roundup: At Jan. 6 Capitol riot hearing, election officials tell of harassment by Trump supporters; Biden asks Congress to pause gas tax amid record pump prices and more
In a letter filed with a New York state court in Manhattan, a lawyer for James said affidavits filed by employees of Trump businesses appeared sufficient to lift an April 25 contempt order, which led to Trump paying a $110,000 fine. Takeaways from fourth day of Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot hearings The fourth day of the hearings in the U.S. Congress on the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the Capitol by former President Donald Trump's supporters featured testimony by election officials from the states of Arizona and Georgia.
Following is a summary of current US domestic news briefs.
At Jan. 6 Capitol riot hearing, election officials tell of harassment by Trump supporters
U.S. state election officials on Tuesday recounted how supporters of Donald Trump threatened, insulted and harassed them, sometimes turning up at their homes, after they refused to help the former president overturn his 2020 election defeat. The congressional committee investigating the deadly Jan 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol by Trump supporters heard how a flood of calls and emails paralyzed operations of the Arizona House of Representatives speaker's office.
Biden asks Congress to pause gas tax amid record pump prices
U.S. President Joe Biden on Wednesday called on Congress to pass a three-month suspension of the federal gasoline tax to help combat record pump prices and provide temporary relief for American families this summer. The president also urged states to temporarily suspend state fuel taxes, which are often higher than federal rates, the official said, and will challenge major oil companies to bring ideas on how to bring back idled refining capacity when they meet with his energy secretary later this week.
Former Justice Dept officials to testify Thursday at a hearing of House Jan 6 panel
Three officials from ex-President Donald Trump's Justice Department will testify on Thursday at a hearing of the U.S. House of Representatives committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, the panel said in a statement.
Former acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen, former acting Deputy Attorney General Richard Donoghue and former Assistant Attorney General Steven Engel will testify at the hearing, which had been postponed from last week. The committee did not give a reason for the postponement.
Texas shooting: Robb Elementary School to be demolished - Uvalde mayor
The elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, where a teenage gunman killed 19 children and two teachers last month will be demolished, the city's mayor said on Tuesday. The mayor's announcement came several hours after a senior Texas official said the law enforcement response to the shooting at Robb Elementary School was "an abject failure" in which a commander put the lives of officers over those of the children.
Trump-backed Britt wins Republican nomination for Alabama Senate seat
Former President Donald Trump's pick for U.S. Senate in Alabama, Katie Britt, won the Republican nomination on Tuesday, defeating Mo Brooks, the firebrand congressman whom Trump had originally backed before changing his mind, Edison Research projected. Britt, a former chief of staff for the man she is running to succeed, retiring Republican Senator Richard Shelby, earned Trump's endorsement this month.
Fox News parent must face defamation lawsuit over election coverage
A Delaware judge on Tuesday rejected a motion by the parent of Fox News Network to dismiss Dominion Voting Systems Inc's $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit over the network's 2020 presidential election coverage. Delaware Superior Court Judge Eric Davis, who last December said Dominion could sue Fox News Network, said the voting machine company can also sue Fox Corp on a theory it was directly liable for statements on the network.
U.S. Senate advances first significant gun legislation in decades
The U.S. Senate took an initial step towards passing the country's first major gun-control legislation in decades on Tuesday, galvanized by two mass shootings in a nation that has long struggled to curb chronic gun violence. Senators voted to speed passage of a bipartisan package of measures to toughen federal gun laws. The Senate is expected to vote on the 80-page bill this week before a two-week recess.
Bill Cosby found liable in civil case for sexual assault in 1975
A California jury in a civil case ruled on Tuesday that Bill Cosby sexually assaulted a woman at the Playboy Mansion in 1975 when she was a teenager and ordered the comedian to pay her $500,000 in damages for emotional distress from the incident. Judy Huth had testified that the comedian invited her and a friend to the mansion when she was 16, and he was 37, and forced her to perform a sex act.
Donald Trump likely no longer in contempt, New York attorney general says
Donald Trump is likely no longer in contempt of court for failing to comply with a subpoena in a New York civil probe into the former U.S. president's business practices, the office of state Attorney General Letitia James said on Tuesday. In a letter filed with a New York state court in Manhattan, a lawyer for James said affidavits filed by employees of Trump businesses appeared sufficient to lift an April 25 contempt order, which led to Trump paying a $110,000 fine.
Takeaways from fourth day of Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot hearings
The fourth day of the hearings in the U.S. Congress on the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the Capitol by former President Donald Trump's supporters featured testimony by election officials from the states of Arizona and Georgia. Here are five takeaways from the fourth of the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee on Jan. 6's hearings this month:
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Poste Italiane goes paperless with digital processes and back-office automation on the Appian Low-Code Platform
MILAN, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Appian (NASDAQ: APPN) congratulates Poste Italiane for winning the 2022 Appian Excellence in Low-Code Impact Award. This annual award recognizes an individual or team using Appian to drive significant transformation with measurable return-on-investment (ROI) within their organization. The "Digital Desk" application enables the Poste Italiane Customer Operations team to track and monitor all back-office processes to achieve continuous improvement, contain cost, and increase productivity through the Appian Low-Code Platform and robotic process automation (RPA).
Appian provides Poste Italiane with a solution that is easy to implement and quick to adopt with low impact on their existing application landscape. The Italian company has been working with Appian since 2018 to drastically reduce the cost of service and increase production efficiency with these results:
- Digitalization of more than 70% of back-office documents
- Decrease inheritance processing time from over 30 days to just eight days
- Improve case management efficiency by 70%
- Reduce credit declaration response times from 15 days to seven days.
"Digitizing Poste Italiane's processes and becoming paperless were the key drivers for a transformation that could support a new digital economy," said Mirko Mschiatti, Group Chief Digital, Technology, and Operating Officer at Poste Italiane. "Through our partnership with Appian, we have seen significant improvements in the way we do our business, reducing lead times by at least 25% and the pressure on resources by 45% in some parts of the business, while still achieving the same outcomes."
Poste Italiane has been an integral part of the Italian economy for 160 years in supporting the country's growth and modernization. In addition to distributing mail and parcels, the company also provides mobile and telco solutions payments, financial and insurance services. Listed on the Milan Stock Exchange since 2015, Poste Italiane holds approximately €586 billion in financial assets and serves 35 million customers with 121,000 employees in over 12,800 post offices in Italy.
Applications created on the Appian Low-Code Platform reduce the complexity of processing back-office paperwork by digitizing and optimizing workflows. With Appian, Poste Italiane's customer service agents can now conduct fraud analysis and case management using a single platform with an intuitive interface. Appian also has auditing capabilities that allow Poste Italiane to easily control and monitor its processes from start to finish, including activities automated with RPA.
"The Appian Low-Code Platform remains an essential solution for companies and organizations that want to digitize and improve their services," said Silvia Fossati, Area Vice President of Southern Europe at Appian. "We are proud that Poste Italiane has chosen Appian for their strategic digital transformation program and that this long-term strategic partnership has helped improve services for Italian citizens."
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Man guns down father, brother in property dispute in UP's Azamgarh
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A man in a village here allegedly shot dead his father and brother in a property dispute, police said on Wednesday.
The incident took place in Dhandhari village in Kaptanganj area here on Tuesday night, when an argument broke out between one Manoj singh and his father Shrinarain, 75, and his 35-year-old brother Manish Singh, police said.
In anger, Manoj Singh shot his father and brother with his licensed pistol, killing both of them on the spot, police said.
The accused also beat up his aunt with sticks when she intervened in the dispute.
Superintendent of Police Anurag Arya said that the accused had retired from army a year ago and his father was also an ex-serviceman.
''The incident is stated to be fallout of a property dispute. The accused has been detained and interrogation is going on,'' the SP said.
The bodies of victims have been sent for the post mortem examination, police said.
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Through Jotform and Loom's partnership, Loom Video Embed and Loom Video Recorder are now available on the Jotform platform.
SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jotform, a leading online forms SaaS solution, and Loom, a video messaging and collaboration tool, have joined forces to streamline asynchronous communication and provide visual information by releasing two new Loom widgets on the Jotform platform.
Both widgets, Loom Video Embed and Loom Video Recorder, enhance visual communication by adding a personal feel to Jotform's form-filling process. Loom Video Embed allows teams to embed a video into a form for respondents to watch, and Loom Video Recorder enables form respondents to record a video while filling out a form.
"Video helps create a more personalized form-filling experience, whether it's included by a form creator or a form respondent. We're thrilled to partner with Loom and release two widgets centered on video and customization for our users," says Chad Reid, VP of marketing and communications at Jotform.
Both widgets can be used together or separately in a Jotform form. For example, form creators can use Loom Video Embed to add recorded product demos, internal training sessions or explanatory videos to a form. Form respondents can use Loom Video Recorder to record a video to submit customer feedback, quiz answers, interview responses and more.
"This new partnership with Jotform is a key step in achieving our vision of empowering effective communication wherever work happens," says Justin Reidy, Director of Product Management at Loom. "This collaboration combines the nuance and flexibility of asynchronous video with Jotform's powerful form-filling process. It enables far easier and more scalable collection of visual feedback."
Loom Video Embed and Loom Video Recorder provide Jotform users with new, visual options to share and collect information, and both build upon Jotform's extensive widget and integration offering.
At Jotform, we believe that the right form can make all the difference. Organizations go from busywork to less work with powerful forms that use conditional logic, accept payments, generate reports, automate workflows and more. With over 16 years in business, 16 million users worldwide and 50 percent year-over-year revenue growth, Jotform is a trusted global brand that's expanding every day. To learn more visit www.jotform.com/
Loom is the video communication platform for async work that helps companies communicate better at scale. Loom makes it easy to record quick videos of your screen and camera and instantly share them with a link. More than 14M users across more than 200K companies around the world trust Loom to share feedback, updates, intros, training, and more — every day. Founded in late 2015, Loom has raised $203M from world-class investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia, Kleiner Perkins, Iconic and Coatue. To learn more please visit www.loom.com
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Two children waiting at Mumbai traffic signal die as bitumen tanker crashes into them
Rishi Gupta and Srishti Gupta 2 were killed when they were crossing the road near a hotel on Tuesday afternoon, an official said, adding that Srishtis mother Ranjana suffered injuries to her legs.
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A three-year-old boy and his cousin sister were killed when a tanker transporting bitumen hit them while they were waiting at a traffic signal to cross a busy street in suburban Chembur, police said on Wednesday. Rishi Gupta and Srishti Gupta (2) were killed when they were crossing the road near a hotel on Tuesday afternoon, an official said, adding that Srishti's mother Ranjana suffered injuries to her legs. Ranjana was taking Srishti for a medical check-up with a doctor and asked Rishi to accompany them.
''Ranjana, Srishti, and Rishi were standing at a traffic signal to cross the road when the tanker driver lost his control over the vehicle which rammed into the trio. They were rushed to a hospital by local people where Srishti and Rishi were declared dead,'' the official said. Tanker driver Rajendra Purohit was arrested under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) including 304-A (causing death by negligence). Further investigation is underway, the official added.
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Global health education company will play a central role in the 2022 International Children's Advisory Network Summit in Lyon, France
NEW HAVEN, Conn., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jumo Health, a global provider of age appropriate, culturally sensitive, medical education resources, today announced that it is extending its ongoing support of the International Children's Advisory Network (iCAN), a global consortium of youth advisory groups. iCAN empowers pediatric patients worldwide and provides a voice for children and their families in healthcare, clinical trials, and medical research.
Jumo Health will lead two educational sessions and serve as the name sponsor at the 2022 iCAN Summit, which will be held at the Université de Lyon in Lyon, France from July 11-15.
"The annual iCAN Summit provides a rare opportunity for young patients to learn more about medical advances, make new friends with similar life experiences, and develop the requisite skills to become strong advocates for themselves and patients like them. We consider the Summit to be a valuable experience and are proud to continue to support iCAN and the Summit," said Kevin Aniskovich, President and CEO of Jumo Health and a member of the iCAN Advisory Board.
"Jumo Health was founded to address the unique needs of pediatric patients and while we now serve all ages, we continue to work closely with them and patient advocacy groups around the world to develop relatable resources that reflect real patient experiences. We quickly learned that pediatric patients require more engaging forms of storytelling, particularly from real patients who share their personal experiences, as they seek to understand their health condition, what to expect throughout their journey, and how to explain their condition to their friends and family," continued Aniskovich.
"We are proud to partner with Jumo Health as they share our desire to give pediatric patients and their caregivers a greater understanding of, and stronger voice in, clinical research and health care programs. The iCAN Summit provides an ideal venue to share ideas, the future of treatment, experiences, and to learn the skills required to achieve those goals," said Leanne West, iCAN President and Chief Engineer, Pediatric Technologies at Georgia Tech. "We are excited to continue our partnership with Jumo Health which has already resulted in the development of a series of comic books entitled, Understanding Clinical Trials, which help to ensure potential clinical trial participants can understand and act upon physicians' instructions."
The annual iCAN Summit provides an opportunity for its youth members to learn about pediatric medicine and meet those dedicated to improving health care, including entrepreneurs, researchers, scientists, and physicians from around the world. In addition to learning more about medical and scientific advances, participants will have the opportunity to interact and share their own stories and messages of hope.
Jumo Health's educational sessions will focus on:
- Sharing Stories: The Jumo Health Approach to Healthcare Education, Presented by Columba Quigley, MD, and Sindy Nathan
In this interactive session, leaders from Jumo Health will explain why and how real patient stories can improve outcomes in healthcare. They will dive into the process of creating effective health communications and ask for unfiltered feedback on the company's most recent materials. - Health Animated: How Animation Improves Medical Understanding Across All Ages, Genders, Languages, and Ethnicities, Presented by Joseph Brady and Jesse Jankewicz
Jumo Health will lead an interactive session to show the in-depth process of developing an animated story and how those animations can impact global health understanding. Participants that get involved might see their own story come to life.
Additional information about the 2022 iCAN Summit is available at www.icanresearch.org/2022-summit.
iCAN is a worldwide consortium of children's advisory groups, known as Kids Impacting Disease Through Science (KIDS) and Young Persons Advisory Groups (YPAGS). These dedicated youth member groups work in unison around the world to provide a voice for children and families in medicine, research, and innovation. For further information, visit www.icanresearch.org.
Jumo Health develops age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and relatable educational resources for patients and caregivers. We have experience serving diverse populations, covering more than 160 health topics across 75+ countries and 90+ languages - and we're always expanding! Our multicultural offerings are designed to explain the latest in evidence-based literature using highly visual elements so that everyone can understand complex medical topics. We use familiar mediums to ensure this - from comic books and Pixar®-style animation, to virtual reality experiences and authentic documentary-style patient stories - all tailored based on age and audience.
Jumo Health collaborates globally with more than 180 advocacy groups and community organizations to ensure an authentic patient experience is accurately represented. For further information, visit www.jumohealth.com.
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EU lawmakers support phase-out of industry's free CO2 permits by 2032
Parliament on Wednesday approved a compromise to complete the phaseout in 2032. The law is not yet final. Wednesday's vote confirms the Parliament's position for upcoming negotiations with EU countries on the final law.
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European Parliament lawmakers on Wednesday voted in favour of phasing out the free CO2 permits industries receive from the EU carbon market by 2032, in a bid to cut planet-warming emissions faster.
The issue had derailed Parliament's first vote on the carbon market reforms earlier this month, when lawmakers blocked the entire proposal over disputes on how fast the phase-out should be. Parliament on Wednesday approved a compromise to complete the phaseout in 2032.
The law is not yet final. Wednesday's vote confirms the Parliament's position for upcoming negotiations with EU countries on the final law.
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HAIKOU, China, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JX Luxventure Limited (Nasdaq: LLL) (the "Company"), a company delivering comprehensive products solutions to global high-net-worth families serviced by our business customers with business segments covering menswear, cross-border merchandise and tourism, announced today that on June 20, 2022, the Company's Board of Directors (the "Board") has authorized a share repurchase program of up to US$5,000,000 of the Company's common stock from time to time during a 12-month period by Sun "Ice" Lei, Chief Executive Officer of Company (the "Share Repurchase Program"). The Board has determined that the Share Repurchase Program is in the best interest of the Company's shareholders based on their analysis that the current market capitalization of the Company is significantly lower than its intrinsic value and that this Share Repurchase Program will install shareholder confidence in the Company. The funds for the repurchases under the Share Repurchase Program will be personally provided by Sun "Ice" Lei. The Board will be periodically reviewing the Share Repurchase Program and may authorize adjustment of its terms and size.
The specific timing and amount of the proposed repurchases by Sun "Ice" Lei may be made from time to time on the open market at prevailing market prices, in privately negotiated transactions, in block trades or through other legally permissible means, and will be determined by the market and other conditions, securities law limitations and other applicable rules and regulations. Sun "Ice" Lei will not sell the shares in the public market for at least two years.
The Company and Sun "Ice" Lei intend to make all repurchases in compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines and to administer the plan in accordance with applicable laws, including Rule 10b-8 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
On June 17, 2022, Jin Xuan Luxury Tourism (Hainan) Digital Technology Co., Ltd. ("JX Hainan"), a subsidiary of the Company, entered into and executed a Framework Agreement on Strategic Cooperation (the "Agreement") with Hainan Douxing Cultural Media Co., Ltd. ("Hainan Douxing"), one of the major live stream content providers with over 30 A list live streamers and reaches over 30,000,000 followers in China. Pursuant to the Agreement, Hainan Douxing will sell JX Hainan cross-border merchandise, including cosmetics and skincare products, in the amount up to USD30,000,000 on the live-stream E-commerce shows hosted by Hainan Douxing.
Ms. Sun "Ice" Lei, Chief Executive Officer of the Company commented: "We believe that the current trading price of our stock is not a true reflection of our business value. We have confidence in our business and believe the stock price will soon reflect and match our business growth. This Share Repurchase Program confirms this belief and will unlock our shareholder value.
The agreement with Hainan Douxing is the fourth major cross-border merchandise-related contract signed by the Company's subsidiaries since late March of 2022. We expect that four major contracts signed this year will increase the revenue of our cross-border merchandise business segment significantly in 2022."
About JX Luxventure Limited
Headquartered in Haikou, China, JX Luxventure Limited is a company delivering comprehensive products solutions to global-high-net worth families serviced by our business customers with business segments covering menswear, cross-border merchandise and tourism. To learn more about the Company, please visit its corporate website at en.jxluxventure.com.
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This press release may contain certain "forward-looking statements" relating to the business of JX Luxventure Limited, and its subsidiary companies. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein, are "forward-looking statements" in nature within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements, often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects" or similar expressions, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website (http://www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.
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NEWSALERTIndia witnessed a current account deficit of 1.2 per cent of GDP in FY22, as '
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India's current account deficit at 1.2 pc of GDP in FY22 against a surplus of 0.9 pc in FY21 on widening of trade deficit: RBI.
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Kiavi's Ninth Securitization in Three Years Underscores Its Position as a Leader for Unrated Residential Transition Loans
SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiavi, a leading provider of financing to real estate investors (REIs), today announced it has closed a $218 million revolving securitization of unrated residential transition loans (RTLs). This is the ninth broadly syndicated securitization transaction sponsored by Kiavi under its LHOME shelf since it began its sponsored revolver securitization program in 2019.
"This round of securitization is a testament to our leadership position. Executing in today's challenging market environment demonstrates our investors' continued confidence in our products and performance, and it extends our position as a leading issuer of RTL products," said Arvind Mohan, Kiavi's chief operating officer. "This enables us to continue to be a dependable partner to real estate investors as they rehabilitate America's aging housing stock at a time when over two-thirds of U.S. homes are over 30 years old."
The transaction is estimated to provide capital to support approximately $750 million in loan originations over the life of the deal and will help real estate investors revitalize aged homes across the country. The $218 million total deal size includes $207 million in offered notes in three classes, A1, A2 and M, all of which were sold. The deal includes a two-year revolving period during which principal payoffs can be reinvested in purchasing additional newly originated loans.
Kiavi has rapidly become one of the top destinations for real estate investors who are looking to buy, renovate and sell or rent a home. The company recently surpassed funding $10 billion in loans to real estate investors, since its inception in 2013.
The combination of leading capital markets execution and the operational scale and efficiency that Kiavi's technology platform enables, allows the company to provide real estate investor customers competitive pricing and the ability to scale.
Nomura Securities International, Inc. ("Nomura") was the sole structuring agent of this securitization. Nomura, Barclays Capital Inc. and Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC were joint bookrunners and co-lead managers.
Kiavi uses the power of data and technology to bring lending for real estate investors into the digital age. Through Kiavi's digital platform, real estate investors are empowered to make smarter decisions, gain access to funding faster, and scale their business. Founded in 2013, Kiavi, formerly known as LendingHome, has grown to become one of the largest lenders to real estate investors in the United States. The company is committed to helping customers revitalize approximately $25 trillion worth of aged U.S. housing stock and provide move-in ready homes and rental housing for millions of Americans across the country. For more information, visit www.kiavi.com, and follow us on Twitter. NMLS ID #1125207
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MHA extends FCRA registration validity of certain categories NGOs
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday has decided to extend the validity of the Foreign Contribution Act (FCRA) registration certificates of certain categories of FCRA registered entities.
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The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday has decided to extend the validity of the Foreign Contribution Act (FCRA) registration certificates of certain categories of FCRA registered entities. The public notice reads that the validity of registration certificates of such entities whose validity was extended till June 30, 2022, in terms of the public notice dated March 24, 2022, and whose renewal application is pending will stand extended till September 30, 2022, or till the date of disposal of renewal application, whichever is earlier.
It further reads that the validity of those FCRA entities whose five years validity period is expiring during July 1, 2022, to September 30, 2022, and who have applied/apply for renewal before the expiry of five years validity period will stand extended upto September 30, 2022, or till the date of disposal of the renewal application, whichever is earlier. All FCRA registered associations are therefore advised to take note that in case of refusal of the application for renewal of the certificate of registration, the validity of the certificate shall be deemed to have expired on the date of the refusal of the application of renewal and the association shall not be eligible either to receive the foreign contribution or utilise the foreign contribution received, it reads.
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2020 was introduced in Lok Sabha on September 20, 2020. The Bill amends the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. The Act regulates the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions by individuals, associations and companies. Foreign contribution is the donation or transfer of any currency, security or article (of beyond a specified value) by a foreign source. (ANI)
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Expands breadth of child care subsidy management software offerings in California
ESCONDIDO, Calif., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KinderSystems, Inc. (www.kindersystems.com) a leading provider of subsidy management software-as-a-service solutions to child care providers, Head Start programs and state agencies, is pleased to announce that it has completed its merger with NoHo Software.
Last month Controltec, Inc. announced that it had changed its company name to KinderSystems, Inc. to better reflect its focus on partnering with the publicly funded child care sector to deliver state-of-the-art solutions.
NoHo Software was founded in 1995 and has developed industry-leading products in collaboration with California's most experienced child care program administrators. By combining these two companies under the KinderSystems name, the company will be the largest provider of subsidized child care software in California, serving over 245 child care agencies.
The merger with NoHo Software aligns with KinderSystems' mission to ensure all players in the publicly funded child care ecosystem have the software systems they need to deliver high quality child care to the families and children they serve. By merging with NoHo Software, the company now offers a more comprehensive set of solutions to its California clients – including NoHo's CARE and other products as well as the KinderSystems' CenterTrack and KinderTrack products.
As part of this merger, Christi Davis from NoHo Software will join the KinderSystems Leadership Team, reporting directly to Lara Oerter, KinderSystems' President & CEO. "I am thrilled to be joining the KinderSystems team as Vice President of California Customer Success to lead our combined California child care subsidy management business," said Christi Davis.
The integration of the two companies will take place over the rest of 2022. Stewart Wilson, the former President of NoHo Software, will play a key role in the integration of the two companies. "NoHo Software has over 35 years' experience building feature rich offerings for the California child care market and has an accomplished reputation for providing excellent customer support to their clients. I am excited to work with Christi Davis and Stewart Wilson to ensure that our clients will continue to receive the same high-quality service which they have come to expect," said Lara Oerter.
KinderSystems (www.KinderSystems.com) is the leading provider of subsidy management software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions to state agencies, Head Start programs and child care providers. Built and supported by industry experts, KinderSystems envisions a world where all families, no matter their income level, have access to high quality child care. Hundreds of agencies in the publicly funded child care sector use KinderSystems applications via the cloud or mobile devices to streamline their operations, ensure compliance with government regulations, and meet the needs of the families they serve.
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Army to raise 'porter company' for multifarious support in Ladakh
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The Army will raise a 500-men 'porter company' for multifarious support to the personnel in Ladakh, officials said on Wednesday.
''The porter company for 2022 is being raised from July 1 under the aegis of the headquarters of the 14 Corps as sanctioned by the central government for the areas in Leh district,'' Commandant Col V S Malhan said.
The recruitment process will be held at Army service corps (ASC) company located opposite to the Hall of Fame (museum) in Leh from June 29 to July 1, he said.
Of 520 porters to be recruited, 400 will be employed in general category and 120 in reserved categories, Col Malhan said.
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Available in summer 2022, King Arthur's innovative new mixes make delicious baked goods accessible for consumers following keto, low-carb, and gluten-free lifestyles - without compromising on taste.
NORWICH, Vt., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In order to leverage top trends, like yeasted baking and better-for-you dessert options, King Arthur Baking Company is launching a new collection of Keto ixes and Gluten-Free Pizza Flour that allow bakers to experience the joy of baking while living a keto, carb-conscious, or gluten free lifestyle.
"Providing bakers with the highest-quality products to expand their baking potential is paramount to us at King Arthur," said John Henry Siedlecki, King Arthur Vice President of Brand & Innovation. "Our 2022 launches take baking to the next level by providing a delicious and rewarding experience no matter your dietary preference."
The keto diet remains popular among consumers. As more consumers transition to living a keto lifestyle, they are driving growth in the baking mix category, with keto mixes outpacing total baking mix category growth1. King Arthur's line of keto baking mixes have some of the lowest net carbs and are gluten-free, grain-free and non-GMO – all at an affordable price point.
Meet the Mixes
- Yellow Keto Cake Mix stands out with its extra moist crumb, superior texture, and notes of real vanilla. It's a true crowd pleaser!
- Chocolate Keto Cake Mix makes a robust chocolate cake that is light and spongy, and beats out competitors for appearance, taste, and mouthfeel.
- All-Purpose Keto Muffin Mix makes tender and moist muffins ready to be customized. Simply add 1 ½ cups of sweet or savory mix-ins to make them your own.
Pizza-making at home became a staple during the pandemic with the help of King Arthur's '00' Pizza Flour. With at-home pizza continuing to rise and consumers seeking more authentic, delicious offerings[2], King Arthur is excited to launch keto and gluten-free pizza products
- Keto Wheat Pizza Crust Mix is a keto-friendly, carb-conscious mix which delivers on the taste and texture of a traditional pizza with 8g of protein and only 1g net carbs per serving. Consumers can make two crisp and chewy 12" crusts, a deep-dish pizza, or even garlic knots.
- Gluten-Free Pizza Flour has all the qualities expected from a traditional pizza flour, but gluten-free! Ideal for perfectly airy, yet crisp crusts, the 32oz resealable bag makes seven 10" authentic, Neapolitan-style pizza crusts. This product is certified gluten-free, and sourced non-GMO.
All new King Arthur Baking Company keto products are available now online at KingArthurBaking.com and will be available in stores starting July 2022. The new Gluten-Free Pizza Flour will be available at KingArthurBaking.com in August 2022.
King Arthur Baking Company has been sharing the joy of baking since 1790. Headquartered in Norwich, Vermont, a certified B Corp and 100% employee-owned, King Arthur Baking is the ultimate baking resource, providing the highest quality ingredients for the most delicious baked goods, while inspiring connections and community through baking. King Arthur's superior flours and mixes are available in supermarkets nationwide. Visit KingArthurBaking.com for more specialty baking items, mixes, gluten-free products, recipes, guides, and more. Follow King Arthur Baking Company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
1 Nielsen Dollars Cal Yr 2021 vs. Cal Yr 2019 (Total US xAOC) *Keto mix category L52Wks w/e 01/01/22 vs. YA due limited keto mix distribution in 2019.
2 Custom King Arthur Baking Company COVID-19 Baking Trends Research Report – September 2020
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Czech government approves Magnitsky-style sanctions bill
The Czech government approved on Wednesday a Magnitsky-style bill to allow the imposition of sanctions on individuals or legal entities deemed to have seriously violated human rights, Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky said.
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The Czech government approved on Wednesday a Magnitsky-style bill to allow the imposition of sanctions on individuals or legal entities deemed to have seriously violated human rights, Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky said. The bill, inspired by similar acts adopted by the United States, Australia and Britain, also enables the government to place people involved in terrorism or cyber attacks on a sanctions list, the Foreign Ministry said in the draft bill.
"Human rights are and will be our priority. The bill now heads to the lower house," Lipavsky said on Twitter after the bill gained the government's endorsement. The bill, which the centre-right government of Prime Minister Petr Fiala has in its legislation plans, needs to be approved by both the lower and upper houses of the Czech parliament and to be signed by the president to take effect.
The original act, adopted by the United States in 2012, is named after Sergei Magnitsky, a lawyer who was arrested and later died in prison in Russia in 2009 after accusing Russian officials of a massive tax fraud.
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The Amazon marketing agency encourages clients to use DimeTyd for maximum profitability.
DALLAS, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DimeTyd, the advanced logic-based online engine that offers seamless recuperation of profit leakage based on accounting errors, is being promoted by Positec to its clients and vendors as a tool to recoup lost revenue and resolve missed deductions and overbillings. Positec is a leading e-commerce global company offering research and development, manufacturing, and marketing for power tools with offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Benelux, and Brazil, with headquarters in Suzhou, China.
"Positec has a global reach in around 50 countries and regions; we implement a multi-level, multi-brand strategy, all conducted through e-commerce and online business. In 2021 Positec recorded almost $100 million in sales on the Amazon Marketplace," said Christine Vaccarino, PositecUSA Director of Operations. "DimeTyd helped us streamline operations with Amazon; an analysis found lost profits and missed deductions we were able to recoup and add to our bottom line. We strongly recommend that any business with an e-commerce presence visit DimeTyd and benefit from their unique understanding of the Amazon marketplace to help save money, time, and recoup lost profits."
DimeTyd's platform conducts an audit of lost revenues dating back to five years and processes millions of data points to recoup funds seamlessly. Once audited and reconciled, DimeTyd makes course corrections on recurring issues, enabling vendors to maximize future profitability in the marketplace.
"The DimeTyd solution empowers vendors to take control of their e-commerce business, unlocking hidden profitability and automating Amazon's complex vendor accounting platform," said Rohan Thambrahalli, DimeTyd founder and CEO. "We are excited a company such as Positec recommends our platform to its clients and vendors."
Founded by e-commerce veterans, DimeTyd's technology is the first automated solution designed for Amazon vendors to accurately process volumes of complex data produced within ongoing transactions and resolve costly overbilling and deductions. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, DimeTyd's vision is to empower fair, accountable, and transparent accounting for the e-commerce world.
For more information, visit www.DimeTyd.com.
DimeTyd's platform is an advanced 100% automated, logic-based engine that offers vendors seamless recuperation of profit leakage based on Amazon accounting errors. The platform conducts an audit of lost revenues dating back up to five years and processes millions of data points to recoup funds to vendors seamlessly. Once audited and reconciled, DimeTyd makes course corrections on recurring issues, enabling vendors to maximize all future profitability on the marketplace.
Positec Technology (China) Co., Ltd was established in 1994 in Suzhou, now is a progressive, innovative company offering research and development, manufacturing, and the marketing of Power Tools. Positec established 11 overseas subsidiaries in the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Benelux, Brazil and etc. It has an R&D center in Suzhou headquarters and two R&D organizations overseas. It also has two manufacturing bases, Positec Technology in SIP and Positec Zhangjiagang. Visit www.positecgroup.com to learn more.
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More than half of respondents have never had their water tested although 68% are aware of hard water's potential negative effects
HUDSON, Ohio, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leaf Home™, a leading technology-enabled direct-to-consumer provider of home solutions, recently surveyed more than 1,000 homeowners across the U.S. to better understand public knowledge and opinions about home water and its impact on health, personal care, home fixtures, appliances, and sustainability. Survey respondents were also asked if they've had their water tested. The survey revealed a gap: Most are aware of hard water's negative effects, but more than half have never had their water tested to see if there are issues to address.
The survey's topline findings include the following:
- 68% of respondents are aware of the negative impacts of hard water; 32% are unaware
- 55% have never had their water tested; 12% are not sure if they've had a test
- 33% have had their water tested; of this group, 43% were tested over five years ago
For homeowners using city or municipal water sources, the top concerns about home water ranked as follows, in order of most concerning: iron/discoloration, hard water, odor, taste, and water contaminants. Those with well water ranked odor and contaminants higher in their list of concerns. More than 40% of all respondents consider their home's water to be a factor in skin and hair quality. Women are more likely to be aware of that impact than men by 54% to 46%.
In addition to the testing gap, the survey revealed that 61% of respondents drink water straight from the tap, and 64% of that group either haven't had their water tested or are unsure whether they have. The survey also found that 59% of respondents use single-use plastic water bottles.
Of these water bottle consumers, 46% use single-use plastic water bottles up to 25% of the time. Of those who use only water bottles at home, 63% are aware of the impact of hard water, but 38% have no water filtration system. Of that group, 39% cited high cost as the reason they don't have a water filtration system.
"These survey results clearly show the disconnect between people's water quality concerns and the actions they've taken to address them," said Tim Dunphy, Product Lead, Water Solutions at Leaf Home. "The vast majority of people surveyed are aware that hard water can cause buildup that clogs pipes, shortens home appliance life, and negatively affects hair and skin quality. They also know their health can be affected by contaminants, but they have yet to take the next steps to get their water tested and treated."
The company's brand, Leaf Home Water Solutions™, offers free water testing and professional consultation to help homeowners address common water issues, including hard water, rusty water, "rotten egg" smell, foul taste, viral contamination, sediment, chemical contamination, high energy costs, cloudiness, and lead. The type and quantity of contaminants in the water will determine the best water treatment system. Request a free water test at www.leafhomewatersolutions.com/about/water-test.
To learn more about Leaf Home, please visit www.leafhome.com. Find out more about Leaf Home Water Solutions at www.leafhomewatersolutions.com.
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Leaf Home™ is a leading technology-enabled direct-to-consumer provider of branded, innovative home solutions in North America. The company is on a mission to enhance the safety, enjoyment, and comfort of homeowners and their families by delivering seamless, transformative home solutions including gutter protection, home safety, water purification, and other home enhancement products. With its corporate headquarters in Hudson, Ohio, and locations across the U.S. and Canada, Leaf Home has become a trusted partner to over 1.1 million homeowners. Live Comfortable. Live Safe. Live Happy. For more information, visit www.leafhome.com.
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Germany's upgraded army will also defend allies - Scholz
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Wednesday NATO partners in eastern Europe could rely on Germany as it was re-equipping its army such that it could defend allies as well as itself against all future attacks.
"In Europe's biggest security crisis for decades, Germany - the EU's biggest economy and most populous country - is taking on a very special responsibility," Scholz said in a speech to parliament about the upcoming European Union, G7 and NATO summits.
"And not just for its own security but also for the security of its allies."
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Veteran developer Tommy Tucker brings 30-plus years of expertise in suburban, urban master-planned and commercial properties to help expand Legacy's real estate portfolio
AUSTIN, Texas, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legacy Performance Capital (LPC), an affiliated asset management and investment firm of international real estate sales and marketing firm, Legacy International, has named veteran real estate developer Tommy Tucker to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer.
Tucker's expertise in high-profile master-planned communities, mixed-use and commercial properties in suburban markets and the urban core will greatly enhance LPC's growth in Central Texas at a pivotal moment since the company's founding in 2018. The former vice president and general manager of Johnson Development Corp., one of the nation's leading residential and commercial land development companies, Tommy Tucker has a long track record of successful development.
Tucker was also vice president, residential-Austin, for Crescent Communities, an award-winning national real estate developer dedicated to master-planned, multi-family, commercial mixed-use and resort development. He was previously vice president of Catellus Development, a national developer, overseeing the residential and retail development for Mueller, an award-winning, 700-acre planned community in Austin's urban core.
"Tommy's senior and executive level development, construction and legal experience will help direct our growth from an organic, hands-on, entrepreneurial management approach. With a significant portfolio in place and numerous expansion opportunities, it is time to reward our growing Legacy Team and leverage the experience of this talented senior leader," said Legacy Performance Capital CEO, Philip Jalufka, who's also President and CEO of Legacy International, comprised of urban, active adult, luxury residential and resort communities, whose current portfolio exceeds $1 billion in sales revenue. "Having Tommy joining the Legacy Team in this capacity is a real win. We are very excited for his expertise and leadership within the organization."
Tucker will direct LPC's team and strategic partners to acquire and develop a number of properties that will expand Legacy's portfolio in the next three to five years. He will also oversee the exisiting portfolio of over 1,300 homes with an investment commitment exceeding $400M. The existing portfolio includes The Station at St. Elmo, a $45M+ mixed-use residential development near Austin's central business district, a new $90M community in Lakeway, and many more throughout the Austin area.
"I have strong, long-standing relationships that I can leverage with land planners, architects, commercial brokers, contractors, and suburban and urban real estate professionals in Central Texas to help raise Legacy's brand awareness and profile with new homebuyers and the real estate community," said Tucker.
To capitalize on 'innovative real estate opportunities', Philip W. Jalufka organized an Asset Management and Opportunity Fund, with a substantial equity placement and respective working capital investment. Known as Legacy Performance Capital (LPC), this capital resources the Legacy team and a real estate portfolio branded as "Legacy Communities" achieving internal return rates exceeding 25%. With a center of gravity in Texas and an active presence throughout the United States and the Americas, LPC creates new and enhanced opportunities for the Legacy team and related companies, while maximizing return for the investment partners.
This passionate real estate team, with decades of experience in residential, resort and multifamily development, has identified a pipeline of diverse opportunities. Alongside industry leading strategic partners, the team provides a full suite of functional area responsibilities (including design, development, sales & marketing, and construction services) with a systems-based platform. For more information about Legacy Performance Capital, visit www.LegacyPerformanceCapital.com. For more information about LPC's real estate portfolio, visit www.LegacyCommunities.com.
Legacy International is an international sales and marketing company with a portfolio of active adult, luxury residential, resort and metropolitan master plan communities generating over $1 billion in sales revenue to date. Founded in 2007, the company provides a suite of services, including world-class consulting, sales knowledge, marketing expertise and brokerage operations for home builders and real estate developers. Legacy's single objective is to maximize the return on investment to the developer through strategic management of the comprehensive sales and marketing process. With a center of gravity in Texas, Legacy has sales and marketing teams deployed in Arizona, Florida and throughout the Americas.
Philip Jalufka, Legacy's International's founder, president and CEO, has recently published his first book, Leading With Your Life Equation: How to Be Indestructible, Indispensable, and Unstoppable. The Texas based author, real estate entrepreneur and former army aviation special operator chronicles a life of lessons crossing personal, military, business experiences and the journey to his own "life equation," leading to a remarkable record of service, achievement and enterprise.
For more information, visit www.legacyirp.com.
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Russia, Turkey to pursue talks on Ukraine grain exports
Russia and Turkey agreed to pursue talks on a potential safe sea corridor in the Black Sea to export grain from Ukraine after discussions in Moscow, the Russian and Turkish defence ministries said on Wednesday. In a statement, Turkey's defence ministry said a Turkish dry cargo vessel, the Azov Concord, had also safely left Mariupol as a result of the talks, and added the ship was the first foreign ship to leave the port since Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.
Russia and Turkey agreed to pursue talks on a potential safe sea corridor in the Black Sea to export grain from Ukraine after discussions in Moscow, the Russian and Turkish defence ministries said on Wednesday.
In a statement, Turkey's defence ministry said a Turkish dry cargo vessel, the Azov Concord, had also safely left Mariupol as a result of the talks, and added the ship was the first foreign ship to leave the port since Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24. Ukraine is one of the top global wheat suppliers, but shipments have been halted by Russia's invasion, causing global food shortages. The United Nations has appealed to both sides, as well as maritime neighbour Turkey, to agree to a corridor.
Mariupol, on Ukraine's southern coast, fell under the control of Russian and separatist forces in May after a months-long siege. While Moscow wants certain Western sanctions lifted to help facilitate grain and fertiliser exports, Kyiv seeks security guarantees for its ports to agree the U.N.-led plan. Ukraine has also said no agreement can be reached without its approval.
NATO member Turkey has held direct talks with Moscow and the U.N. on the plan, but said more were needed for a deal. It said demands set out by Russia and Ukraine were reasonable. Turkey's defence ministry said talks between the Turkish and Russian military delegations on Tuesday to discuss the corridor, the safe departure of vessels at Ukrainian ports and the return of Turkish planes at Ukraine's Borispol airport were lengthy, "positive and constructive".
The ministry said the Azov Concord vessel left Mariupol port hours after the meeting. Talks were chaired by generals assigned to operate a "hotline" between Ankara, Moscow and Kyiv to seek a solution to the crisis, it added. "It was learned that an understanding emerged for talks to be held between Turkey, Russia, Ukraine and the United Nations to resolve the problem. In this framework, it was found out that a four-way meeting in Turkey is expected following meetings with the Ukraine and U.N. sides," it said.
On Tuesday, sources in the Turkish presidency said a meeting between Russia, Ukraine, Turkey and the U.N. would be held in Istanbul in coming weeks. Turkey has offered to host an "observation mechanism" to be formed to monitor the implementation of the sea corridor plan in Istanbul.
Moscow denies responsibility for the food crisis and blames Western sanctions for shortages.
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NEW YORK and PHILADELPHIA, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Abelson Legal Search, a division of global search and staffing firm Howard-Sloan Search, is pleased to announce the addition of Donna Urban to Abelson's recruiting team in the position of Director. Donna is responsible for partner level recruiting, including groups, associate positions for major law firms, as well as in-house general counsel. Donna comes to Abelson from Zarwin Baum DeVito Kaplan Schaer Toddy, P.C. (Philadelphia, PA) where she was a Shareholder with the Business Practice Group. Abelson Legal Search started in 1990 as one of the first legal specialty recruiting firms in Philadelphia, and has been named the Best Pennsylvania Recruiting Firm for the past 10 years by The Legal Intelligencer.
Donna received her BS in Business Administration and Psychology from Thomas Jefferson University, and her Juris Doctor (JD) from Rutgers University School of Law. Prior to her tenure at Zarwin Baum, Donna spent 23 years at Flaster Greenberg, P.C. (Cherry Hill, NJ) as a commercial litigator across a wide range of practice areas, with a client list that included Fortune 500 and other national companies, and had extensive experience in firm management, including talent acquisition.
"Donna brings her own client base, extensive first-hand law firm experience, and the right connections. She is a stellar addition." Cathy Abelson, Founder, Abelson Legal Search
Donna sees a natural transition to legal search, assisting clients, identifying needs, and fulfilling them: "The culture at Abelson is collaborative. They care deeply for their clients and strive for excellence. As a former commercial litigation partner, I have a good understanding of firm needs and culture and can match highly qualified attorneys with the right firms. I am excited to join the team in this new phase of my professional journey."
Abelson Legal Search is a highly acclaimed attorney placement and staffing firm specializing in search, recruitment, and placement of attorneys, paralegals, and temporary legal professionals for law firms and companies of all sizes. Founded in 1990, Philadelphia-based Abelson Legal Search provides personalized services to meet specific needs of a wide range of clients, including top law firms, boutiques, and Fortune 1000 companies throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Abelson Legal Search is a division of Howard-Sloan Search.
www.abelsonlegalsearch.com
Howard-Sloan Search, founded in 1957, is a global search and staffing firm dedicated to providing specialized recruitment services tailored to client talent needs across diverse industries such as financial, legal, life sciences, HR, publishing, real estate, retail, supply chain, and technology. Committed to integrity and excellence, Howard-Sloan Search is the exclusive USA Member of IMSA Search Global Partners, with an international reach to over 25+ countries in 50+ offices around the world.
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Delhi: Special Lok Adalat on June 26 to settle power theft cases
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Power discom TPDDL will hold a special Lok Adalat on June 26 in association with the Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) for on-the-spot settlement of electricity theft and disconnection cases, a spokesperson of the discom said on Wednesday.
Cases that are either pending in any court of law or are yet to be filed in any court will be taken up at the Lok Adalat. Those desirous of settling their electricity theft cases can either attend in person or through their authorised representatives carrying authorisation letter, he said.
The litigants may register prior to the Lok Adalat by calling on 19124 or by writing to eac.care@tatapower-ddl.com, he added.
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The open-label extension of Study C017 demonstrated high response rates with no new safety signals identified in patients receiving XCOPRI (cenobamate) for up to 4 years
PARAMUS, N.J., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SK Life Science, Inc., a subsidiary of SK Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., an innovative global pharmaceutical company focused on developing treatments for central nervous system (CNS) disorders, announced that the results of the long-term, open-label extension (OLE) of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study (C017) of XCOPRI® (cenobamate) were published online in the journal Neurology.
The OLE phase analyzed data from 355 adult patients with uncontrolled focal seizures despite treatment with 1-3 antiseizure medications (ASMs) who completed the 18-week C017 double-blind phase and entered the OLE. Patients included in the study also had ≥8 seizures during the 8-week baseline period. Results from the study showed the long-term clinical efficacy and safety of cenobamate for adult patients with partial-onset (focal) seizures. Among the 355 patients who received at least one dose of cenobamate, the median treatment duration was 54 months (200 mg median modal daily dose, range 50 mg to 400 mg). As of the data cut-off in July 2019, 59% (209/355) patients continued on treatment with cenobamate.
Retention rates for patients who were enrolled at 12, 24, 36, and 48 months in the study were 83%, 71%, 65%, and 62%, respectively. Additionally, among the observed patients during any 12-month period, 13% to 16% of patients achieved seizure freedom. Among patients who achieved 100% seizure reduction, the median duration of seizure freedom during each 12-month interval was 48 months, 47.2 months and 45.1 months, respectively. Patients taking cenobamate experienced a median percent seizure frequency reduction over baseline that increased with each 6-month interval, up to 76% (IQR: 45%), during months 43-48 of the OLE.
"We were pleased to see these results in such a difficult to treat patient population," said Pavel Klein, M.D., epileptologist and neurologist, Mid-Atlantic Epilepsy and Sleep Center, Bethesda, MD. "More than three quarters of patients treated with cenobamate experienced a reduction in seizure frequency of 50% or more during years 3-4 of the study. Physicians may want to consider whether patients with partial-onset (focal) seizures are appropriate candidates for adjunctive treatment with cenobamate."
The safety profile of cenobamate observed was generally consistent with that of the previous double-blind phase 2 clinical studies and the phase 3 open-label safety study. No new safety issues were identified. Treatment discontinuation occurred in 141 patients, with the most common reasons being lack of efficacy (17%, 59/355), withdrawal by patient, (9%, 31/355), and adverse events (8%, 27/355). The most common treatment emergent adverse events (TEAE) were dizziness (34%, 122/355), somnolence (25%, 87/355), fatigue (16%, 56/355) and headache (16%, 54/355). TEAEs leading to discontinuation occurred in 9% of patients (31/355), with the primary reason being nervous system disorders (3%, 12/355).
About Study C017
Study C017 was a multi-center, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of cenobamate 200 mg/day as an adjunctive therapy in adults (18-70 years old) with uncontrolled focal seizures. In the study, 437 patients were randomized to four different groups, including 108 patients treated with placebo and 108, 110, and 111 patients treated, respectively, with 100 mg, 200 mg, and 400 mg/day of cenobamate. Patients included in the study had ³8 seizures during the 8-week long baseline period and were taking 1-3 anti-seizure medications (ASMs). The open-label extension (OLE) of the study enrolled 355 patients, including 265 patients originally randomized to cenobamate and 90 patients originally randomized to placebo during the double-blind period. The objective of the OLE was to evaluate long-term efficacy, safety and tolerability of cenobamate as an adjunctive treatment.
About XCOPRI® (cenobamate tablets) CV
Cenobamate is an anti-seizure medication (ASM) discovered and developed by SK Biopharmaceuticals and SK life science. While the precise mechanism by which cenobamate exerts its therapeutic effect is unknown, it is believed to reduce repetitive neuronal firing by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium currents. It is also a positive allosteric modulator of the γ-aminobutyric acid (GABAA) ion channel.
Cenobamate is approved in the United States for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in adults and is available under the brand name XCOPRI® (cenobamate tablets) CV. Cenobamate can be combined with other ASMs or used alone. The recommended initial dosage of cenobamate is 12.5 mg once-daily, with titration every two weeks; it is available in six tablet strengths for once-daily dosing: 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 150 mg and 200 mg.
Cenobamate is also approved in the European Union and the United Kingdom for the adjunctive treatment of focal-onset (partial-onset) seizures with or without secondary generalization in adult patients with seizures that have not been adequately controlled despite a history of treatment with at least two anti-epileptic medicinal products and is marketed by Angelini Pharma under the brand name ONTOZRY®.
Additionally, cenobamate is in clinical development in Asia. Ono Pharmaceutical and Ignis Therapeutics have the rights to develop and commercialize cenobamate in Japan and in the Greater China region, respectively. SK Biopharmaceuticals has recently entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Endo for cenobamate in Canada.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND INDICATION FOR XCOPRI® (cenobamate tablets) CV
DO NOT TAKE XCOPRI IF YOU:
- Are allergic to cenobamate or any of the other ingredients in XCOPRI.
- Have a genetic problem (called Familial Short QT syndrome) that affects the electrical system of the heart.
XCOPRI CAN CAUSE SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, INCLUDING:
Allergic reactions: XCOPRI can cause serious skin rash or other serious allergic reactions which may affect organs and other parts of your body like the liver or blood cells. You may or may not have a rash with these types of reactions. Call your healthcare provider right away and go to the nearest emergency room if you have any of the following: swelling of your face, eyes, lips, or tongue, trouble swallowing or breathing, a skin rash, hives, fever, swollen glands, or sore throat that does not go away or comes and goes, painful sores in the mouth or around your eyes, yellowing of your skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, severe fatigue or weakness, severe muscle pain, frequent infections, or infections that do not go away. Take XCOPRI exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it. It is very important to increase your dose of XCOPRI slowly, as instructed by your healthcare provider.
QT shortening: XCOPRI may cause problems with the electrical system of the heart (QT shortening). Call your healthcare provider if you have symptoms of QT shortening including fast heartbeat (heart palpitations) that last a long time or fainting.
Suicidal behavior and ideation: Antiepileptic drugs, including XCOPRI, may cause suicidal thoughts or actions in a very small number of people, about 1 in 500. Call your health care provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you: thoughts about suicide or dying; attempting to commit suicide; new or worse depression, anxiety, or irritability; feeling agitated or restless; panic attacks; trouble sleeping (insomnia); acting aggressive; being angry or violent; acting on dangerous impulses; an extreme increase in activity and talking (mania); or other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
Nervous system problems: XCOPRI may cause problems that affect your nervous system. Symptoms of nervous system problems include: dizziness, trouble walking or with coordination, feeling sleepy and tired, trouble concentrating, remembering, and thinking clearly, and vision problems. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery, or do other dangerous activities until you know how XCOPRI affects you.
Do not drink alcohol or take other medicines that can make you sleepy or dizzy while taking XCOPRI without first talking to your healthcare provider.
DISCONTINUATION:
Do not stop taking XCOPRI without first talking to your healthcare provider. Stopping XCOPRI suddenly can cause serious problems. Stopping seizure medicine suddenly in a patient who has epilepsy can cause seizures that will not stop (status epilepticus).
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
XCOPRI may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how XCOPRI works. Do not start or stop other medicines without talking to your healthcare provider. Tell healthcare providers about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:
XCOPRI may cause your birth control medicine to be less effective. Talk to your health care provider about the best birth control method to use.
Talk to your health care provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if XCOPRI will harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while taking XCOPRI. You and your healthcare provider will decide if you should take XCOPRI while you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking XCOPRI, talk to your healthcare provider about registering with the North American Antiepileptic Drug (NAAED) Pregnancy Registry. The purpose of this registry is to collect information about the safety of antiepileptic medicine during pregnancy. You can enroll in this registry by calling 1-888-233-2334 or go to www.aedpregnancyregistry.org.
Talk to your health care provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if XCOPRI passes into breastmilk. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby while taking XCOPRI.
COMMON SIDE EFFECTS:
The most common side effects in patients taking XCOPRI include dizziness, sleepiness, headache, double vision, and feeling tired.
These are not all the possible side effects of XCOPRI. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
DRUG ABUSE:
XCOPRI is a federally controlled substance (CV) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Keep XCOPRI in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse. Selling or giving away XCOPRI may harm others and is against the law.
INDICATION:
XCOPRI is a prescription medicine used to treat partial-onset seizures in adults 18 years of age and older. It is not known if XCOPRI is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.
Please see additional patient information in the Medication Guide. This information does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider about your condition or your treatment.
Please see full Prescribing Information.
About Epilepsy
Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder. There are approximately 3.4 million people living with epilepsy in the United States, with 150,000 new cases each year in the country.1,2 Epilepsy is characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. The seizures in epilepsy may be related to a brain injury or a family tendency, but often the cause is completely unknown. Having seizures and epilepsy can affect one's safety, relationships, work, driving, and much more.3,4 People with epilepsy are at risk for accidents and other health complications, including falling, drowning, depression and sudden unexplained death in epilepsy (SUDEP).3,4 Despite the availability of many antiepileptic therapies, almost 40 percent of people with epilepsy are not able to achieve seizure freedom, meaning they have epilepsy that remains uncontrolled.5
About SK Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. and SK Life Science, Inc.
SK Biopharmaceuticals and its U.S. subsidiary SK life science are pharmaceutical companies focused on the research, development and commercialization of treatments for disorders of the central nervous system (CNS) and oncology. In 2017, SK Biopharmaceuticals established a research center to begin their expansion into oncology through research and development efforts. The companies have a pipeline of eight compounds in development in both CNS disorders and oncology. Additionally, SK Biopharmaceuticals is focused on the discovery of new treatments in oncology. For more information, visit SK Biopharmaceuticals' website at www.skbp.com/eng and SK life science's website at www.SKLifeScienceInc.com.
Both SK Biopharmaceuticals and SK life science are part of SK Group, one of the largest conglomerates in Korea. SK Inc., the parent company of SK Biopharmaceuticals, continues to enhance its portfolio value by executing long-term investments with a number of competitive subsidiaries in various business areas, including pharmaceuticals and life science, energy and chemicals, information and telecommunication, and semiconductors. In addition, SK Inc. is focused on reinforcing its growth foundations through profitable and practical management based on financial stability, while raising its enterprise value by investing in new future growth businesses. For more information, please visit http://hc.sk.co.kr/en/.
XCOPRI® and ONTOZRY® are registered trademarks of SK Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
References
- Epilepsy Foundation. Who Gets Epilepsy? https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/about-epilepsy-basics/who-gets-epilepsy.Accessed July 2021.
- Epilepsy Foundation. Epilepsy Statistics. https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/about-epilepsy-basics/epilepsy-statistics. Accessed July 2021.
- Epilepsy Foundation. Staying Safe. https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/seizure-first-aid-and-safety/staying-safe. Accessed July 2021.
- Epilepsy Foundation. Challenges with Epilepsy. https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/challenges-epilepsy. Accessed July 2021.
- Chen Z, Brodie MJ, Liew D, Kwan P. Treatment outcomes in patients with newly diagnosed epilepsy treated with established and new antiepileptic drugs: a 30-year longitudinal cohort study. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29279892. Published online December 26, 2017.
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12 prisoners in UP jail pass 10th, 12th board exams
As many as 12 prisoners of the Agra central jail have passed the annual class 10th and 12th Uttar Pradesh board exam in the recently announced exam results, as per a jail official.
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As many as 12 prisoners of the Agra central jail have passed the annual class 10th and 12th Uttar Pradesh board exam in the recently announced exam results, as per a jail official. The UP Board announced the results of classes 10 and 12 on June 18.
According to the official, the prison administration has a library in place for the prisoners to study and also provides them with books to study. "In class 10th, 3 prisoners grabbed first division rank, 6 got second division. In class 12th, all three prisoners have got second division," said VK Singh, Senior Superintendent, Agra Central Jail on Wednesday.
"There are also some educated prisoners who teach others. In jail, we have a library for the prisoners to study. Prison administration also provides all the books to them," he added. Meanwhile, Jitendra Singh, one of the prisoners who passed the exam, credited the shooting of the movie 'Dasvi' for his motivation to study.
"I got motivated to study after the film 'Dasvi' was shot in the jail where a prisoner cleared board exams. It is a moment of happiness for us to pass the exam living behind the bars. This will motivate other prisoners as well," he said. (ANI)
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LANSING, Mich., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celink, the nation's leading reverse mortgage subservicer, recently executed a multi-year contract renewal with Longbridge Financial, LLC, a top three reverse mortgage lender and leader in the reverse mortgage industry.
Longbridge has utilized Celink as its reverse mortgage subservicer since 2015 and this renewal will further extend the relationship between the two companies for years to come.
Longbridge's SVP of Servicing and Vendor Management, Richard Burke, stated "Longbridge has a long-standing partnership with Celink and we're very excited to continue the relationship into the future. Celink has made many enhancements recently and those changes have improved the service to our customers. We look forward to our continued collaboration as we work together to advance and evolve the borrower's experience."
Celink's CEO, Marion McDougall, stated "Celink is very pleased to extend our relationship with Longbridge, as we view them as a key strategic partner and appreciate their vision for growing the reverse mortgage industry. We believe that our investment over the past 24 months in cloud infrastructure, omni-channel solutions for senior borrowers, robotic process automation, and process engineering provides great value to both our clients and the industry overall."
Longbridge Financial is a highly rated national reverse mortgage lender and servicer that helps seniors responsibly utilize their hard-earned home equity to improve their retirement and address the financial challenges affecting so many older Americans. Founded in 2012 and led by an Ivy-league professor, Longbridge works every day to expand the reverse mortgage market by educating homeowners about how they can take advantage of this powerful financial instrument. The company is committed to serving its customers with transparency, unparalleled expertise and efficiency, the highest level of personal service, and its industry-leading pricing. For more information, visit www.longbridge-financial.com.
Celink is the nation's leading subservicer of reverse mortgages for almost two decades and is the subservicer of choice for the nation's largest reverse mortgage lenders. With operations in both Austin, TX and Lansing, MI, Celink is a Ginnie Mae-approved Participation Agent and Subcontract Servicer for the HMBS program, a DBRS Morningstar approved servicer, as well as a Moody's approved servicer of reverse mortgages ("SQ2" rating). Celink utilizes an innovative servicing platform, ReverseServ Elite, which is fully scalable and supports numerous proprietary reverse mortgage products in addition to the HUD HECM program. For more information, visit www.celink.com.
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Balkans losing hope of progress on EU membership
In Kosovo, which has been waiting for visa-free travel to the European Union since 2010, a restaurant owner has erected a large replica of France's famed Eiffel Tower for its diners. "We have built it as a form of consolation for the people who cannot go to Paris," said Blerim Bislimi, owner of Te Anija (At The Boat) restaurant on the edge of the capital Pristina.
The joke reflects a wider malaise across the Balkans about the prospects of its six members - Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia - ever joining the EU. A lack of progress on milestones such as visa-free travel along the way has lead to such a sense of disillusion that the leaders of Albania and Serbia briefly considered not attending Thursday's Balkan-EU summit in Brussels.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Wednesday they will now go, but Rama expressed his despondency on Twitter: "We'll attend the EU Council meeting. There won't be much to hear about." In Serbia, the largest country in the region, enthusiasm for EU membership has declined so much that now 44% of people are against it and only 35% in favour, with the remainder unsure, according to an Ipsos poll in April.
A draft of the summit statement seen by Reuters showed that EU leaders will again give "full and unequivocal commitment to the EU membership perspective of the Western Balkans." But Ukraine's fast-tracked progress to formal candidate status, to be agreed at Thursday's summit, has only served to increase their feeling of being sidelined, Balkan countries say, even if all but Bosnia and Kosovo are already EU candidates.
"North Macedonia and Albania have every right to be upset," said Zvezdana Kovac at the European Movement in Serbia, a non-profit organisation pushing for Serbian membership of the EU, referring to the stalled negotiation process. EU member Bulgaria in 2020 blocked the start of accession talks with North Macedonia over a dispute relating to history and language.
Albania's progress is formally linked by the EU to that of North Macedonia, which already had to agree to settle a decades-long stand-off with Greece over its name to clear its path to EU membership. North Macedonia and Albania earlier had to wait for a green light from France over their track record on democracy and fighting corruption. EU diplomats do not expect a breakthrough at the summit.
TOO MANY CONDITIONS? Awarding Ukraine its EU candidacy status without any feasible progress for the Balkans is also a "bad message" for the region, Kovac said.
Since Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel have all visited the region, reiterating support, but taking no concrete steps. There has been no progress on overcoming Bulgaria's veto or wider momentum to help Serbia and Montenegro in their negotiations, which require politically unpopular reforms.
Arton Demhasaj, from the Pristina-based anti-corruption watchdog of Cohu (Wake up), said: "The European Union has no clear enlargement policies towards the Western Balkans." "If countries that aspire to join the EU face delays, they will reorient their policies and then we will have an increase of Russian and Chinese influence in the Western Balkans," he said.
In contrast to the success of the EU's eastward enlargement drive that transformed former communist countries such as Poland into thriving market democracies, the EU approach now offers too little reward tied to too many conditions, Balkan officials say. Some EU governments, particularly in France, the Netherlands and Denmark, fear a political backlash in member states over migration from the Balkans and have sought to increase reforms.
"Too many EU governments think we can keep handing the Balkans new demands and say: come back when you're done," said a senior EU diplomat involved in the talks. "But it doesn't work like that, at some point they are going to give up." (Editing by Alexandra Hudson)
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BEIJING, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Luokung Technology Corp. (NASDAQ: LKCO) ("Luokung," "we," "our" or "us"), a leading spatial-temporal intelligent big data services company and provider of interactive location-based services ("LBS") and high-definition maps ("HD Maps") in China, today announced that its operating affiliate Beijing Hongdajiutong Technology Development Co., Ltd. ("HDtraffic"), a leading big data service provider for intelligent transportation and connected vehicles companies in China, has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Yutraffic Technologies (Beijing) Co. Ltd ("Yutraffic"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Siemens Mobility. Siemens Mobility is a separately managed company of Siemens AG, a global leader in electrification, automation and digitalization. Luokung plans to jointly develop and create systemic product-based solutions with Yutraffic and collaborate with Yutraffic on commercial projects and demonstration projects in the fields of transportation digitalization, Internet of Vehicles ("IoV") and autonomous driving.
Leveraging the international resources of Siemens Mobility, Yutraffic conducts business in China and is committed to providing mature, high-level and high-quality intelligent transportation solutions that meet the needs of the Chinese market. Siemens Mobility has extensive capabilities in traffic signal control, intelligent traffic management systems ("ITMS") and the vehicle-road collaboration ("V2X") field, providing road traffic solutions worldwide with a comprehensive portfolio of end-to-end intelligent traffic management solutions. According to Siemens Mobility, it is currently the only supplier in the world that complies with all major regional transport technology standards in the EU, the UK, Asia and the Americas.
Dr. Wang Chuanjiu, CEO of HDtraffic, stated, "We believe that this strategic cooperation between Yutraffic and HDtraffic will enable both parties to leverage their respective core competencies in areas such as autonomous driving, IoV and V2X. The cooperation will be based on Yutraffic's roadside technologies and road unit products, as well as its mature vehicle-to-infrastructure ("V2I") application stack supported by ITMS, and combined with HDtraffic's technologies in traffic digital twin, simulation decision-making, and V2X, as well as the unique advantages of vehicle-side data operation services. We look forward to working with Yutraffic on the joint development of product-level autonomous driving vehicle-road communication and IoV solutions, and to planning and implementing demonstration projects and related commercial projects."
Mr. Xuesong Song, Luokung's Chairman and CEO, stated, "Combining HDtraffic's superior vehicle-side intelligent big data services with Yutraffic's smart transportation solutions paves the way for future in-depth and multi-level cooperation. We are excited to partner with Yutraffic to build a portfolio of internationally advanced product-level solutions to serve intelligent, efficient and energy-saving urban transportation and intercity expressways."
About Luokung Technology Corp.
Luokung Technology Corp. is a leading spatial-temporal intelligent big data services company, as well as a leading provider of LBS and HD Maps for various industries in China. Backed by its proprietary technologies and expertise in HD Maps and multi-sourced intelligent spatial-temporal big data, Luokung has established city-level and industry-level holographic spatial-temporal digital twin systems and actively serves industries including smart transportation (autonomous driving, smart highway and vehicle-road collaboration), natural resource asset management (carbon neutral and environmental protection remote sensing data service), and LBS smart industry applications (mobile Internet LBS, smart travel, smart logistics, new infrastructure, smart cities, emergency rescue, among others). The Company routinely provides important updates on its website: https://www.luokung.com.
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Israeli Knesset votes to dissolve in step towards snap election
The Knesset voted unanimously for a snap election in a preliminary reading of a bill expected to be finalised next week, after which the centrist Foreign Minister Yair Lapid, 58, will take over from Prime Minister Naftali Bennett at the head of a caretaker government. Lapid and Bennett ended Netanyahu's record reign a year ago by forming a rare alliance of rightists, liberals and Arab parties, which faltered in past months amid infighting.
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Israel moved closer on Wednesday to its fifth election in less than four years after lawmakers gave an initial nod to dissolve parliament, with a possible comeback by former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu already dominating the campaign. The Knesset voted unanimously for a snap election in a preliminary reading of a bill expected to be finalised next week, after which the centrist Foreign Minister Yair Lapid, 58, will take over from Prime Minister Naftali Bennett at the head of a caretaker government.
Lapid and Bennett ended Netanyahu's record reign a year ago by forming a rare alliance of rightists, liberals and Arab parties, which faltered in past months amid infighting. The designated interim premier has cast the upcoming election as a battle between moderates and Netanyahu-embraced extremists. Netanyahu, now opposition leader, has been delighted by the disbanding of what he has called the worst government in Israel's history. He hopes to win a sixth term in office.
Four surveys published on Tuesday found Netanyahu's conservative Likud party and its likely allied nationalist and ultra-religious parties as leading the polls, but still short of a governing majority in Israel's 120-seat Knesset. Their rivals across the political spectrum have vowed to prevent a return to power by Netanyahu, who is on trial on corruption charges that he denies.
Coalition lawmakers are already pushing legislation that will bar a person under criminal indictment from heading a government, though it is unclear whether they have enough votes. "Netanyahu knows if Israel remains a liberal democracy that he will not be able to cancel his trial," Lapid said at an economic conference in Jerusalem.
"Our mission is to ensure these people don't take power and not to let them crush Israel's democracy." But Bennett said he would vote against such a bill, and leave it to voters to decide if Netanyahu is fit for the top office.
"I'm confident they will make the right choice," he tweeted. Netanyahu, 72, who has cast his trial as a leftist witch-hunt, has said his rivals will lean on Muslim Arab lawmakers who he has described as "supporters of terrorism."
"Only a strong national government headed by Netanyahu will put Israel back on a right-wing course," Likud said in response to Lapid's remarks. The election's exact election date, likely between late September to early November, will be decided next week.
Lawmakers in Netanyahu's camp have called for a new government to be formed under his leadership before the final election law is passed, though that scenario appears remote.
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Maven Clinic, the world's largest virtual clinic for women's and family health, announced an agreement with Cleveland Clinic that will bring best-in-class virtual and in-person fertility care to Maven members in Ohio and nationwide.
Through this agreement, Maven corporate partners and their members will have access to dedicated support, including appointment scheduling, enhanced care coordination, financial counseling and other support services offered by Cleveland Clinic Fertility Center. This adds a key layer of support to the virtual care members receive on Maven, which includes around-the-clock, on-demand support for employees as they plan and raise a family, and easy reimbursement for covered fertility services.
The agreement between Maven and Cleveland Clinic Fertility Center comes at a time when employer-provided fertility benefits have become more in demand than ever before. According to recent research from Maven and Great Place to Work, three in four (75%) companies deemed Best Workplaces for Parents provide support for fertility services. With one in seven couples struggling to conceive, and infertility treatments costing upwards of $23,000 per cycle, employers are looking for high-quality care that supports the needs of their workforce while driving down costs. Helping employees find the right fertility clinic with high success rates and patient satisfaction can play a big role in this.
"We are thrilled that members in the Midwest will have access to one of the world's great medical institutions for fertility and maternity care, along with the compassionate support through our digital platform that they know and trust," said Kate Ryder, founder and CEO of Maven Clinic.
Cleveland Clinic Fertility Center not only exceeds Maven's standards for clinical quality, but also has a track record of outperforming industry benchmarks on key metrics like singleton live birth rates and single embryo transfer rates. That's why Cleveland Clinic is the preferred fertility clinic destination for Maven members from Ohio. The addition of Cleveland Clinic Fertility Center to the Maven partner network means that Maven members will be able to transition seamlessly between best-in-class virtual and in-person care, and from fertility to maternity care as they grow their families.
Roughly half of Maven fertility members enroll in Maven without a fertility clinic, and the process of finding a clinic can be complex. Maven's fertility clinic referral network helps make this process more seamless and efficient by steering members to the highest quality in-person fertility care available, where members have the greatest likelihood of achieving a successful outcome.
Maven's fertility clinic referral network is part of the company's comprehensive Fertility and Family Building program. This program — which was built to address the full spectrum of family-building needs — offers inclusive, accessible care for every path to parenthood, from fertility treatments to adoption and surrogacy. Through the Fertility and Family Building program, members have 24/7 access to Maven's Care Advocates and specialists; personalized care plans that help members achieve successful pregnancies and avoid unnecessary treatment; and easy-to-use expense reimbursement through Maven Wallet, Maven's expense management tool.
"At our Fertility Center, we know firsthand how complex starting a family can be," said Tristi Muir, MD, Chair of Cleveland Clinic's Ob/Gyn & Women's Health Institute. "Our fertility experts provide treatment in a caring environment, where major emphasis is placed on accessibility, personal attention, emotional support and technological excellence. As one of Maven's preferred fertility clinic destinations, we look forward to supporting these individuals throughout their fertility journey."
Maven is the largest virtual clinic for women's and family health, offering continuous, holistic care for fertility, pregnancy and parenting. Maven's award-winning digital programs are trusted by leading employers and health plans to reduce costs and drive better health outcomes for both parents and children. Founded in 2014 by CEO Kate Ryder, Maven has been recognized as Fast Company's #1 Most Innovative Health Company and has supported more than 10 million women and families to date. Maven has raised more than $200 million in funding from leading investors including Sequoia, Oak HC/FT, Dragoneer Investment Group and Lux Capital. To learn more about how Maven is reimagining life's most critical healthcare moment, visit us at mavenclinic.com.
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation's best hospitals in its annual "America's Best Hospitals" survey. Among Cleveland Clinic's 67,554 employees worldwide are more than 4,520 salaried physicians and researchers, and 17,000 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,026-bed health system that includes a 165-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England. In 2019, there were 9.8 million total outpatient visits, 309,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 255,000 surgical cases throughout Cleveland Clinic's health system. Patients came for treatment from every state and 185 countries. Visit us at clevelandclinic.org. Follow us at twitter.com/ClevelandClinic. News and resources available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org.
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Government weakening armed forces with 'new deception', will have to take back Agnipath scheme: Rahul Gandhi
Accusing the BJP-led government of weakening the armed forces with "new deception", Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the government will have to withdraw the Agnipath recruitment scheme and the party is with the youth in the agitation to save the future of the country.
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Accusing the BJP-led government of weakening the armed forces with "new deception", Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the government will have to withdraw the Agnipath recruitment scheme and the party is with the youth in the agitation to save the future of the country. In a tweet, Gandhi alleged that China's forces are sitting on Indian land and said the defence forces should be strengthened. He attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Agnipath scheme which allows youth to serve in the armed forces for a period of four years.
"China's forces are sitting on Indian land and the real patriotism is in strengthening the armed forces but you are it with new deception. In this struggle to save the future of the country, we are with the youth. I am saying again, you will have to take back Agnipath," he said. Congress held a 'Satyagraha' at Jantar Mantar in the national capital on Monday to protest against Agnipath scheme and ED summoning Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case.
A Congress delegation had met President Ram Nath Kovind on June 20 and submitted a memorandum which urged the government to withdraw the Agnipath scheme, hold wide consultations and address issues of quality, efficiency and economy, without compromising on the welfare of the armed forces. (ANI)
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- MCRA has assisted its Clients in obtaining over 60 breakthrough device designations in the last 2 years, which is about 20% of all such designations granted by the Food and Drug Administration during this time period.
WASHINGTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MCRA, LLC, a leading medical device focused regulatory advisory firm and clinical research organization (CRO) integrating U.S. and International Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Trial Operations, Reimbursement and Market Access, Healthcare Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Quality Assurance support is excited to announce its role in the successful granting of over 60 breakthrough device designations by the Food and Drug Administration.
The FDA Breakthrough Device Program is intended to help patients with life threatening or irreversibly debilitating diseases receive more timely access to breakthrough technologies that have the potential to provide more effective treatment or diagnosis for their conditions. Devices that receive the breakthrough designation are granted priority review and more frequent interactions with the Agency to promote faster device development and review through to commercialization. The Program is available for devices and device-led combination products which are subject to review under a premarket approval application (PMA), premarket notification (510(k)), or De Novo classification request.
Obtaining the breakthrough designation for MCRA clients has led to them having more collaborative and frequent engagements with FDA through the special interactive mechanisms reserved for breakthrough devices. It has also led to reimbursement benefits for our clients. While Medicare Coverage for Innovative Technologies (MCIT) was repealed late last year, there are still several benefits only breakthrough technologies are eligible for on the payment side, including the New Technology Add on Payment (NTAP) and Transitional Pass-Through Payment.
John Doucet, PhD., Vice President, Regulatory Affairs at MCRA and former Policy Lead of the Breakthrough Device Program at FDA said, "While at FDA, I witnessed and supported the rapid growth of the Breakthrough Device Program, evaluated designation decisions for a diverse array of device technologies and patient populations, and gained valuable insight into how to obtain the designation and subsequently utilize the unique interaction mechanisms reserved for breakthrough devices. Working with my colleagues now to achieve this milestone affirms my decision to join MCRA and help our clients develop and commercialize better treatment and diagnostic options for patients."
Glenn Stiegman, MCRA's Senior Vice President, Clinical and Regulatory Affairs said "The Breakthrough Device Program is intended to promote new and more effective medical products for Americans who desperately need them. John's arrival, when combined with MCRA's broad and deep regulatory, clinical, and reimbursement expertise, has attracted clients developing a variety of cutting-edge device technologies to relieve suffering in key clinical areas such as cardiovascular, neurology, oncology, digital health, orthopedics, robotics, women's health, urology, respiratory, wound care and more. This milestone for breakthrough device designations is one indication of MCRA's goal to accelerate the pace of device development in all clinical areas and specifically for patients with life threatening and irreversibly debilitating conditions."
Tonya Dowd, MPH, Vice President, Head of Reimbursement, Health Economics and Market Access (RHEMA) at MCRA said, "Having breakthrough status for a device opens the potential opportunity for increased payment for facilities purchasing these breakthrough devices. MCRA's RHEMA team has worked alongside our regulatory team to successfully achieve this parallel pathway for regulatory and reimbursement."
MCRA looks forward to continuing to support innovation in the medical device industry by helping clients navigate novel pathways to commercialization.
About MCRA, LLC: MCRA is the leading privately held independent medical device and biologics Clinical Research Organization (CRO) and advisory firm. MCRA delivers to its clients industry experience at integrating five business value creators: regulatory, clinical research, reimbursement, healthcare compliance, and quality assurance to provide a dynamic, market-leading effort from innovation conception to commercialization. MCRA's integrated application of these key value-creating initiatives provides unparalleled value for its clients. MCRA has offices in Washington, DC, Hartford, CT, and New York, NY, and served nearly 1,000 clients globally. Its core focus areas of therapeutic experience include orthopedics, spine, biologics, cardiovascular, diagnostic imaging, wound care, artificial intelligence, dental, general surgery, digital health, neurology, robotics, and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices and medical device cybersecurity. www.mcra.com
About Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC: Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC (VB) founded MCRA in 2004. VB is headquartered in New York City and specializes in merchant banking activities for the neuromusculoskeletal industry as a full life cycle investor, investing in all stages in companies from inception through growth. VB is dedicated to financing healthcare innovation globally. www.vbllc.com
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Government weakening armed forces with 'new deception', will have to take back Agnipath scheme: Rahul Gandhi
Accusing the BJP-led government of weakening the armed forces with "new deception", Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the government will have to withdraw the Agnipath recruitment scheme and the party is with the youth in the agitation to save the future of the country.
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Accusing the BJP-led government of weakening the armed forces with "new deception", Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the government will have to withdraw the Agnipath recruitment scheme and the party is with the youth in the agitation to save the future of the country. In a tweet, Gandhi alleged that China's forces are sitting on Indian land and said the defence forces should be strengthened. He attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Agnipath scheme which allows youth to serve in the armed forces for a period of four years.
"China's forces are sitting on Indian land and the real patriotism is in strengthening the armed forces but you are it with new deception. In this struggle to save the future of the country, we are with the youth. I am saying again, you will have to take back Agnipath," he said. Congress held a 'Satyagraha' at Jantar Mantar in the national capital on Monday to protest against Agnipath scheme and ED summoning Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case.
A Congress delegation had met President Ram Nath Kovind on June 20 and submitted a memorandum which urged the government to withdraw the Agnipath scheme, hold wide consultations and address issues of quality, efficiency and economy, without compromising on the welfare of the armed forces. (ANI)
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MINNEAPOLIS and CHICAGO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Minneapolis Grain Exchange (MGEX™), a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO), and Intelligent Medicine Exchange (IMX)™, developer of the first dedicated futures marketplace based on multiple aspects of the health care economy, today announced that they have entered into an agreement for MGEX to provide clearing services to IMX for certain cash-settled futures and options on futures contracts. The services will include managing exposures, clearing trades, and collecting and maintaining performance bonds and security deposits for participants.
"We are pleased to be providing clearing services to IMX as MGEX continues to execute on its strategy of providing clearing-as-a-service solutions in futures markets," said Mark G. Bagan, President and CEO of MGEX. "As a DCO with an unrestricted license that allows us to offer margin on cleared positions, we believe this agreement with IMX furthers our strategy to provide innovative products and services to the futures industry."
Earlier this month, IMX announced its plans to launch the first financial exchange focused on the health care economy. The exchange has submitted an application to become a DCM with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and expects to list a number of contracts that will enable individual and institutional market participants the ability to manage risk and invest in multiple components of the health care ecosystem.
"MGEX is providing critical clearing services as we build out our portfolio of innovative products enabling institutional and individual market participants – and those whose businesses depend on health care – to manage risk and invest in various aspects of the health care ecosystem," said James Plante, IMX CEO and co-founder. "Health care is the number one economic problem facing the country, and we believe our forthcoming suite of health care futures will offer participants a powerful tool to more effectively manage risk and participate in this vital component of the economy."
About MGEX
Minneapolis Grain Exchange (MGEX™) is a registered exchange with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and is a Notice Registered Securities Futures Product Exchange with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). MGEX serves as the exclusive market for a variety of products including Hard Red Spring Wheat, SPIKES® Futures, BRIXX™ Commercial Real Estate Futures and TAX Futures. MGEX is a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO) under the CFTC, providing DCM, DCO and cash market services in an array of asset classes. MGEX is a wholly owned subsidiary of Miami International Holdings, Inc. To learn more about MGEX visit www.mgex.com.
About MIAX
MIAX's parent holding company, Miami International Holdings, Inc., owns Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC (MIAX®), MIAX PEARL, LLC (MIAX Pearl®), MIAX Emerald, LLC (MIAX Emerald®), Minneapolis Grain Exchange, LLC (MGEX™), and Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX™).
MIAX, MIAX Pearl and MIAX Emerald are national securities exchanges registered with the SEC that leverage MIAX's industry-leading technology and infrastructure to provide U.S. listed options trading to their member firms. MIAX serves as the exclusive exchange venue for cash-settled options on the SPIKES® Volatility Index (Ticker: SPIKE), a measure of the expected 30-day volatility in the SPDR® S&P 500® ETF (SPY). In addition to options, MIAX Pearl facilitates the trading of cash equities through MIAX Pearl Equities™.
BSX is a fully electronic, vertically integrated international securities market regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) specializing in the listing and trading of capital market instruments such as equities, debt issues, funds, hedge funds, derivative warrants and insurance linked securities. A full member of the World Federation of Exchanges and affiliate member of the International Organization of Securities Commissions, BSX is globally recognized, including by the SEC.
MIAX's executive offices and National Operations Center are located in Princeton, NJ, with additional offices located in Miami, FL, Minneapolis, MN, and Hamilton, Bermuda.
To learn more about MIAX visit www.MIAXOptions.com.
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About IMX
IMX Health, LLC, also known as Intelligent Medicine Exchange (IMX), a subsidiary of holding company IMX, LLC, is developing the first dedicated futures marketplace based on multiple aspects of the health care economy, which represents nearly 20% of the U.S. GDP. The company, based in Chicago, has filed for regulatory approval with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to be a Designated Contract Market (DCM). For more information, visit www.imxhealth.com.
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The press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any securities of Miami International Holdings, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, the Company) or IMX, LLC (together with its subsidiaries, IMX), and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer; solicitation or sale would be unlawful. This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements describe future expectations, plans, results, or strategies and are generally preceded by words such as "may", "future", "plan" or "planned", "will" or "should", "expected," "anticipates", "draft", "eventually" or "projected". You are cautioned that such statements are subject to a multitude of risks and uncertainties that could cause future circumstances, events, or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements, including the risks that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is celebrating dealer partners who go above and beyond for their communities. They provide more than just a great place to buy a car – they help their hometowns thrive in the good times and heal in the challenging times. They rise to the occasion, whatever the occasion may be.
In June, we are proud to feature farmer, first responder and West Mitsubishi Dealer Principal Gary Campbell, who recently rose to the occasion, when there was a medical emergency at a Mitsubishi Dealer Partner event. Campbell sprang into action, providing emergency medical assistance, and sprang onto our radar as a must-feature for our Dealer Partner Spotlight.
FIVE QUESTIONS WITH GARY CAMPBELL
Owner & Dealer Principal, West Mitsubishi, Orland, CA
- This is the story of a small-town farm kid, turned successful, independent car dealership owner, turned successful Mitsubishi franchise owner. Take us back to the very beginning. I grew up on a large farm in the small town of Orland, CA. Alongside my father, I worked from sunup to sundown, and we grew whatever crop was fashionable at the time – hay, corn, etc. – just trying to make a living. When I was 14, I went with my dad to a farm auction, where we bought four Pacific Gas and Electric farming vehicles. We painted them, fixed minor things here and there, and we re-sold each for a $500 profit. In the 80s, that was big money, and as farmers and entrepreneurs, that sparked our interest. From there, my father got his dealers license, and we opened a small independent dealership. We made mistakes at first, learning how to balance the store and the farm, but the farmer's work ethic prevailed, and 35 years later, the store, the farm (and the family) are still going strong.
- Five years ago, in your words, it was time to take the next step, and you became a Mitsubishi franchise dealer. Why this next step and why Mitsubishi? Orland is a Northern California farming town of less than 10,000 people – far from the beaches and city lights of Los Angeles. Everybody knows everybody, and your word and reputation are everything. We wanted to grow the business, but we also wanted to be able to sleep at night, knowing we were doing right by our customers and our community. We were attracted to Mitsubishi, because of their 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty and the quality of their vehicles. I would put any family member or neighbor into one of these cars. Fast forward, I am now a member of Mitsubishi's National Advisory Board, where I am able to represent small towns and small businesses, and because they are a small manufacturer (in the grand scheme of the automotive industry), I really feel heard and valued, and that goes a long way.
- You're a farmer… and a car dealer… and a volunteer firefighter, and you are all of these things every day. How did you become a volunteer firefighter, and how do you balance it all? As a kid, I always wanted to be police officer. I studied criminal justice at the local junior college, and afterward, I graduated from the police academy. I was working at the dealership during the day, and as a reserve police officer at night, and it wasn't sustainable. Around that time, the local fire department was recruiting volunteers, and the position would allow me a little more flexibility, while still allowing me to serve my community. So, I signed up, and I have been volunteering with them now for 26 years. As far as balancing it all, family – and my employee family – always come first. I am very involved in the day-to-day operations of the dealership, but my phone also doubles as a fire department pager, and my team knows that, when the phone/pager/fire alarm sounds, even if I'm in the middle of a deal, I've got to go. The team is cross-trained, so there is no lapse in service. Plus, the dealership is strategically located one block from the fire house, so I can get there quickly.
- Community service is a core personal value of yours, and it is also a core value of your business. Tell us about that. My parents taught me to treat people right, to be fair, and when you can, to improve the lives of those around you. I try to do that for my employees, and as a team, we try to do that for the community. We support the local 4-H Club and high school, and I encourage everyone to get involved in their own personal causes, and to take time off as needed to support those causes. Those values influence the way we run our business. We greet people at the door with a smile; we treat them like family – we walk them where they need to go and make any introductions needed; we are transparent about service and parts our customers really need. We build trust. Everything is clean and comfortable. As a result, our customers come back to us for service, and even customers of other manufacturers come to us for service! This is a farming town, and we see plenty of pickup trucks in our service lane.
- You've (seemingly) done it all. What's next? Even though I have been doing this my entire life, as the industry and society changes, there is still so much to learn. I am a member of several professional networking and education organizations, namely a 20 group, focused solely on Mitsubishi. 20 groups bring dealerships from across the country, large and small, together to learn from each other and consultants about how to grow and improve their businesses. In my free time, what little I have of it, I own several rental properties around town, and I enjoy working on them. I am also an avid motorcyclist. I've biked across the United States and Australia. One day, when I know that my family, business and community are taken care of, I hope to be able to get up and go whenever and wherever I want – just ride off into the sunset.
Through a network of approximately 330 dealer partners across the United States, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for the sales, marketing and customer service of Mitsubishi Motors vehicles in the U.S. MMNA was the top-ranked Japanese brand in the J.D. Power 2021 Initial Quality Study, ranking third overall and tied with Lexus. In its 2030 Environmental Plan, MMNA's parent company Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has set a goal of a 40 percent reduction in the CO2 emissions of its new cars by 2030 through leveraging EVs — with PHEVs as the centerpiece — to help create a sustainable society.
With headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee, and corporate operations in California, Georgia, Michigan, New Jersey, Texas, Florida and Virginia, MMNA directly and indirectly employs more than 8,000 people across the United States
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'Such is BJP's commitment to Assam': Oppn hits out as Guwahati hosts Maha MLAs amid flood
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Hitting out at the BJP after the dissident Shiv Sena MLAs from Maharashtra reached Guwahati, the opposition in Assam on Wednesday said that the ruling party was busy playing politics at a time the state was reeling under a devastating flood.
Congress MP Gourav Gogoi said the ''diversion of government resources'' towards guarding Maharashtra MLAs is heartless and cold-blooded amid the devastating floods.
''Until the BJP is ousted, Indian people will continue to be a casualty,'' he tweeted.
TMC's state unit president Bhupen Bora said that when 55 lakh people have been affected and 89 people lost their lives due to the floods, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was extending ''royal hospitality'' to the MLAs who flew in from Maharashtra.
''The disgusting politics of the chief minister has brought shame to the people of the state,'' he said. Sharing photos of flooded roads and houses, TMC MP Sushmita Dev tweeted, ''I hear MLAs of Maharashtra coming to Assam as part of the poaching exercise. Parts of Assam are so flooded that there is no drinking water or electricity. Pls don’t distract @himantabiswa (Himanta Biswa Sarma) he needs to focus on this grave situation.'' AJP president Lurinjyoti Gogoi alleged that the recent political developments in Maharashtra is a blatant attempt by the BJP to destroy Marathi regionalism.
''It has always been the strategy of the BJP to subjugate regional forces and narratives. It is unacceptable and unforgivable,'' he said.
''At the same time, when Assam is reeling under destructive floods, the BJP government is busy splitting the Shiv Sena. Such is the commitment of BJP to Assam, Maharashtra should take note and give a befitting reply,'' he added.
A group of Maharashtra MLAs, led by dissident Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde, arrived in Guwahati in the morning by a chartered aircraft and were taken to a luxury hotel on the outskirts of the city amid tight security.
The Shiv Sena legislators have rebelled against the party, triggering a crisis in the MVA government in Maharashtra.
Chief Minister Sarma said that he would welcome people from across the country and abroad to visit the state.
He said that he will be happy if Assam becomes an ''international political epicentre'' as long as revenue comes in when it is in dire need of funds due to the devastating floods.
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Wellblends™ Teams Up with The Home Edit Founders for New Campaign - "Life Calls for Wellblends" - to Highlight the Importance of Balancing Sleep, Stress, and Immune Health
WEST HILLS, Calif., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nature Made® Wellblends™ kicked off a partnership with home organization experts, and stars of the hit Netflix series Get Organized with The Home Edit, Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, to help inspire people to optimize their wellness routines and keep stress, sleep and immune health in balance. Nature Made®—the leading vitamin and supplement brand providing quality, science-backed solutions for more than 50 years—launched Wellblends™ earlier this year, as a complete line of 13 scientifically curated blends that support the complex interplay between sleep, stress and immune health†. The new line of products is available at major retailers across the country as well as on www.naturemade.com.
"We are thrilled to join forces with Nature Made® Wellblends™—we're such fans of the brand and have used Nature Made® products for years," shared Clea Shearer, Co-Founder of The Home Edit. "The Home Edit is all about making people feel and live better by helping them get organized, so working with Nature Made® Wellblends™, and offering more ways for people to support their health, felt like a meaningful new way to help consumers."
Through the partnership, The Home Edit founders will share their own experiences as well as how Nature Made® Wellblends™ targeted solutions help them proactively support their overall wellbeing as they navigate running their business, motherhood, busy schedules, travel, and life's stressors. Clea and co-founder Joanna Teplin will also share lifestyle tips that can help individuals address obstacles in achieving balance, including ways to organize work-from-home and office areas for better focus and productivity, how to optimize the bedroom for improved sleep, and how to organize vitamins and supplements to better support your daily routine.
The partnership is part of a larger, 360-degree campaign, "Life Calls for Wellblends™," that emphasizes the challenge to juggle all the things we should be doing—like aiming for eight hours of sleep every night, reducing stress, and eating healthier foods—but are thrown off balance when life gets busy.
"We both relate to how challenging it can be to prioritize wellness amidst the busyness of everyday life" said Joanna Teplin, Co-Founder of The Home Edit. "Staying up too late, sacrificing regular exercise and overcommitting on our schedules—it all feeds the cycle negatively. We're so glad to have a solution like Nature Made® Wellblends™ to help restore balance."
Fueled by the knowledge that issues impacting these interconnected areas are not the same for each person, the Wellblends™ portfolio offers a range of blends that not only address specific needs, but are available in an array of product forms—from capsules and gummies to powders and fast-dissolves.
"When we started planning this launch well over a year ago, we knew instantly that the Home Edit would be the perfect partner to help tell the story of Nature Made® Wellblends™ and we're thrilled to finally share our work together with the world," said Rhonda Hoffman, Chief Marketing Officer at Pharmavite, makers of Nature Made®. "Keeping our sleep, stress and immune health in balance is essential for achieving optimal health and wellness, and as Joanna and Clea share so well, the best organized system is one you can actually stick to and use."
Hoffman added: "We believe Wellblends™ is uniquely positioned to solve that issue for consumers to help balance their sleep, stress, and immune health in a way that works for them and fits their needs."
The "Life Calls for Wellblends" media campaign will run across traditional TV and streaming platforms, digital and social channels engaging influencer support, as well as relevant lifestyle and health focused podcasts. Disruptive, digital out-of-home advertising will also reach consumers throughout their day in key markets.
Pharmavite is a pioneer in the health and wellness industry, earning the trust of consumers, healthcare professionals and retailers by developing innovative vitamin and supplement solutions backed by science that adhere to strict manufacturing practices. Through its Nature Made®, EQUELLE®, MegaFood®, Nurish by Nature Made® and Uqora® brands, Pharmavite is dedicated to helping people live healthier, more vital lives. Based in California, Pharmavite is a subsidiary of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Visit www.Pharmavite.com and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest news and information about Pharmavite and its brands.
Nature Made® is the leading national vitamin and supplement broadline brand, with 50 years of delivering high quality products that are backed by science. Ranked as the #1 Pharmacist Recommended vitamin and supplement brand*, Nature Made® was first to earn the United States Pharmacopeia's (USP) Verified Dietary Supplement mark for many of its products – independent verification that products meet stringent quality criteria for purity and potency. Visit www.NatureMade.com for the latest news and offerings and follow us on Facebook (@naturemade), Instagram (@naturemadevitamins) and TikTok (@naturemadevitamins).
The Home Edit was founded in 2015 by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin. Brought together by a mutual friend, it was friendship at first text, and a business partnership immediately thereafter. The goal in starting The Home Edit was to reinvent traditional organizing, and merge it with design and interior styling for a specific and signature look that is now known across the globe. The business has grown into over 9 markets spanning the United States and reaches millions on social media. Clea and Joanna are also the authors of two New York Times' bestselling books, The Home Edit and The Home Edit Life; are the stars and executive producers of the Emmy-nominated Netflix show, "Get Organized with The Home Edit" and have a line of organizational products sold in over 15 countries. The company was acquired by Hello Sunshine in 2022.
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Shinde claims support of 46 MLAs, Raut hints at House dissolution, rebels move to Assam
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Faced with a revolt by its senior member and Maharashtra Minister Eknath Shinde, the ruling Shiv Sena on Wednesday hinted at dissolution of the Assembly, while the epicenter of the high voltage political drama gripping the state shifted from Surat to Guwahati in Assam, where the rebel leader and party MLAs backing him were flown in the wee hours.
With Shinde, who has claimed the support of 46 MLAs, showing no signs of backing down from his rebellion, which has pushed the two-and-a-half-year-old Shiv Sena-led Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government to the brink, party MP Sanjay Raut on said the ongoing political developments in Maharashtra could lead to the dissolution of the state Assembly.
''The political developments in Maharashtra are headed towards the dissolution of the state Assembly,'' tweeted Raut, a close aide of Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
Later, when asked to elaborate on the tweet, Raut, who is the Shiv Sena's chief spokesperson, said, "When such a situation arises in any state, I have seen that the Legislative Assembly is dissolved." He parried the question of whether Chief Minister Thackeray will resign.
Shinde, who has appointed his chief whip of the Sena legislature, said he has 46 MLAs supporting him. "I have more numbers (of Shiv Sena MLAs) than needed (to form a separate group in the Assembly without inviting the anti-defection law provisions)," he told a Marathi TV channel.
The Sena has 55 members in the 288-member Maharashtra Assembly.
A chartered flight carrying Shinde and Shiv Sena MLAs, who have rebelled against the party and were camping in a luxury hotel in Surat after raising a banner of revolt on Monday night, reached Guwahati in the BJP-ruled Assam in the early hours of Wednesday.
Struggling to tide over the deepening crisis, the Shiv Sena asked all its MLAs, including the rebels accompanying Shinde, to attend a legislature party meeting in Mumbai at 5 PM or face action under the anti-defection law.
Hitting back, Shinde, camping in Guwahati with a section of Sena MLAs loyal to him, said the orders issued by Sena chief whip Sunil Prabhu are ''legally invalid'' as MLA Bharat Gogawale is being appointed as the party chief whip.
Prabhu has written a letter and issued it to some Sena ministers, including the minister of state for Home Shambhuraj Desai who is currently staying with Shinde in Guwahati.
''The Shiv Sena has called for an urgent meeting today evening at 'Varsha' bungalow (CM's official residence) as there have been attempts to make the MVA government unstable. The details regarding the meeting have been shared with all the members (MLAs) on their registered e-mail address, Whatsapp, and by way of SMS.
''You cannot remain absent from the meeting without providing a valid and sufficient reason. If you do not attend the meeting, it would be presumed that you have a clear intention of leaving the party. Hence, there will be action taken against you based on the provisions for preventing anti-defection,'' the letter said.
''Shiv Sena MLA Bharat Gogawale has been appointed as the chief whip of the Sena legislature. The orders issued by Sunil Prabhu about the meeting of MLAs are legally invalid,'' Shinde tweeted.
A day earlier, the Sena had removed Shinde as its group leader in the Legislative Assembly.
Shinde (58), a four-time MLA and cabinet minister, left Mumbai on Monday night with a sizeable number of MLAs and traveled to Surat in Gujarat, from where they were airlifted to Guwahati. In a shot in the arm for Shinde, two more MLAs arrived in Surat on Wednesday afternoon, from where they will be flown to Guwahati in Assam, where other party rebels are camping at present, sources said.
Hours after Shinde and the group of rebel MLAs were shifted to Assam, Manjula Gavit, an independent MLA who represents the Sakri assembly constituency, and Yogesh Kadam, who is Sena's legislator from the Dapoli assembly segment, arrived in Surat.
Sources claimed a third Shiv Sena MLA would join the group of rebel legislators led by Shinde and reach the Gujarat city later during the day.
Still hoping for some understanding with Shinde to end the political crisis, Sena MP Raut said he has been holding discussions with the rebel leader and the talks are ''positive''.
Talking to reporters in Mumbai, Raut said Shinde has not put forth any conditions before the party, and that discussions are also underway with other Sena leaders who are with Shinde.
Raut expressed confidence that Shinde and other rebel MLAs will be back into the party fold, and said their "misunderstandings will be addressed".
Shiv Sena MLA Nitin Deshmukh, who had accompanied Shinde to Surat, claimed some people had forcibly admitted him to a hospital in the Gujarat city and he was administered injections though he never suffered a heart attack.
Speaking to reporters at the Nagpur airport, the Akola MLA said he somehow managed to return safely to Maharashtra from Surat and pledged loyalty to Sena president Uddhav Thackeray.
Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole said Chief Minister Thackeray has made it clear that there was no proposal to recommend the dissolution of the state Assembly.
Patole's remarks came in the backdrop of reports that the ongoing political developments in the state could lead to the dissolution of the Assembly.
''We will run the government effectively,'' Patole said, quoting Thackeray.
Patole said senior Congress leader Kamal Nath, who is in Mumbai in the wake of the political crisis in the Maharashtra government, spoke to Chief Minister Thackeray over the phone since the latter has tested positive for COVID-19.
Patole told reporters that Thackeray has asserted that the ruling MVA, comprising the Shiv Sena, the NCP, and the Congress will sail through the present crisis.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra minister and Congress Legislature Party leader Balasaheb Thorat said 41 MLAs (out of the total 44 in the state) attended the CLP meeting in Mumbai.
The three others were on their way to the state capital, he said.
''The Congress is united and all the 44 MLAs are together,'' Thorat said.
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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The Intimate Property Is Set to Welcome Guests to an Innovative Concept That Amplifies Connections to Nature
PUNTA MITA, Mexico, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Naviva®, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico, the brand's first adult-only tented resort in the Americas, is now confirming arrivals for December 1, 2022 and beyond. A nature retreat featuring 15 luxury tents nestled amid 48 forested acres (19 hectares) on a private peninsula overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the unrivalled and unconventional Naviva experience creates an environment that fosters community, personal growth and knowledge enhancement.
"Naviva is an ambitious new resort concept that offers highly individualized service and innovative design that brings guests closer to nature than ever before," says Vince Parrotta, Four Seasons President, Hotel Operations – Americas West. "With the debut of this exceptionally personalized retreat, guests will interface one-on-one with knowledgeable guides during thoughtful experiences that embrace the culture and character of Mexico."
With only 15 luxury tents designed by Luxury Frontiers – all with private plunge pools – Naviva is one of the smallest Four Seasons resorts in the world. The Resort's transformative approach and certified Naviva guides come together to create a high-touch, yet unassuming adult-only experience inspired by biophilia, meaning "love of life or living things."
"Our location tucked in a cliffside forest creates the feeling of being disconnected in a faraway destination, when in reality, we're only a short flight away from the US," says Ronny Fernández, Resort Manager, Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort. "Our untamed natural setting organically encourages guests to embark on their own personal journeys."
Intrinsic Bond with Nature
Naviva celebrates the intrinsic bond that humans have with nature through biophilic design – an architectural approach that connects people to their natural surroundings. At Naviva, guests are immediately immersed in the outdoors upon arrival, meeting their guide on a cocoon-inspired bamboo bridge overlooking a deep forest ravine.
Guests will continue to experience direct connections to nature throughout their stay. Each stand-alone luxury tent features spacious indoor and outdoor areas that seamlessly blend together, allowing guests to take in the sun and smell the ocean breeze along with indirect connections to nature with textures and fabrics that mimic natural patterns found in the surrounding environment. Luxury Frontiers designed the spaces of each tent to engage humans' natural desire to seek prospect, refuge, mystery and thrill with an open-air living room and separate bedroom flowing to a private plunge pool and expansive deck with a hammock and outdoor shower.
Authentic Local Experiences with a Sense of Place
Daily life at Naviva sets the stage for individual transformation as guests explore their passions and discover new ones with the heartfelt support of their certified Naviva guides. Unscripted Naviva experiences such as sampling small-batch Mexican coffees, stargazing and joining in sunset rituals, are among spontaneous activities for guests to pursue at the Resort.
Guests can also enjoy Signature Naviva experiences that bring the character, heritage and expertise of local talent and tradition to the forefront, such as visiting award-winning local artist Jose Juan Esparza at his private home and studio, nocturnal forest bathing, sound therapy and breathwork.
Journeys for the Mind, Body and Soul
Deviating from traditional hotel wellness offerings, Naviva offers a series of intimate spaces including two spa pods tucked away in the lush forest, a traditional Mexican temazcal or "house of heat," an outdoor gym, a serene jungle oasis at the Alma Pool and a private 575-foot (175-metre) expanse of pristine Pacific beachfront – a calming place to practice yoga or mindfulness.
Each area promotes human connection to nature by immersing guests in tangible and intangible aspects of the environment, such as a half-day retreat in one of the cocoon-like spa pods that were inspired by the seed of the local Ceiba tree and provide cocooned refuge, allowing for shifts in internal energy. All holistic rituals at Naviva harness the healing properties of indigenous ingredients, from regenerative reishi and hydrating snow mushrooms to natural gemstones and coloured clays found throughout Mexico.
Naviva also gives guests the opportunity to focus fully on their physical wellbeing. Workouts at Naviva include cliffside yoga sessions at Risco Terrace, scenic hiking and running trails, and strength training in the outdoor open-air gym overlooking the Pacific, where guests can incorporate existing formations such as boulders and trees, connecting to nature with every stretch and every breath.
Memorable Meals and Moments Overlooking Coastal Seascapes
Rustic luxury is brought to life overlooking the coastal seascapes of the Pacific at Copal, the heart of Naviva. More than simply a restaurant, the shared space is designed to evoke the feeling of being in a living room and kitchen of a private home, inviting guests to gather for games, reading, conversation, ideas, and music. Handmade games such as backgammon and a foosball table fashioned from reclaimed wood by Mexican artisans are available for playful competition.
At Copal Cocina, guests can feel the live cooking energy of the open-air kitchen, which is at the epicentre of the space and features all natural open-fire cooking methods with traditional BBQ pits, wood-fire grill rotisseries and wood-fire ovens. Bountiful sea catches and seasonal produce are the inspiration and foundation of fresh daily offerings.
Faraway Feeling, Yet Close to Home
On Mexico's Pacific coast, within the Riviera Nayarit, Naviva is located at the northern tip of Bahía de Banderas on the same peninsula as Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. Just 45 minutes from Puerto Vallarta International Airport, this self-contained paradise is nestled within a 48-acre (19 hectare) cliffside forest.
Luxury tents start at USD 3,950 per night and include all meals and snacks at any time of the day throughout the Resort, 24-hour in-tent dining, pool and beach service, all beverages including premium wine and spirits, one 60-minute spa treatment per guest, community activities, mind and body classes, Unscripted Naviva experiences, guide planning and in-tent amenities. Signature Naviva experiences, rare or specialty-ordered beverages, additional spa treatments, private classes or training, and airport transfers are available for an additional cost.
Naviva guests also receive full access to the adjacent Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, located just five minutes away. The Resort features ten restaurants and bars, two golf courses, three pools, two beaches and additional spa and fitness facilities.
Be among the first to experience the all-new Naviva®, A Four Seasons Resort: Reservations are now being confirmed for December 1, 2022 and beyond. Call +52 (328) 291-6100 or book online.
About Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Founded in 1960, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. Currently operating 124 hotels and resorts and 50 residential properties in major city centres and resort destinations in 47 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveller reviews and industry awards. For more information and reservations, visit fourseasons.com. For the latest news, visit press.fourseasons.com and follow @FourSeasonsPR on Twitter.
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Animal-Free Salted Caramel Pretzel Gelato made with Remilk Dairy Protein Offers a Sweet Taste of the Future
BROOKLYN, N.Y., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Remilk, a global leader in the development and production of animal-free dairy, will churn up excitement at Future Food-Tech NY this week with an exclusive animal-free gelato made by NY-based boutique ice cream maker Anita. Remilk will be sampling Anita's Salted Caramel Pretzel Gelato made with Remilk dairy protein instead of traditional cow dairy. This special variety is vegan friendly and contains no lactose because of the Remilk non-animal dairy protein.
According to a recent poll conducted by YouGov on behalf of Remilk, 50% of non-vegan US Adults say ice cream is one of the top three foods holding them back from veganism. Anita's current vegan line of ice cream is made with soy instead of traditional cow dairy.
"At Remilk, we believe in the power of collaboration. It enables us to multiply the positive impact our product has on both people and planet," said Jason Rosenberg, Head of Business Development at Remilk. "The collaboration with Anita is further proof of our animal-free protein's ability to seamlessly replace traditional milk protein. Anita's trusted ice cream expertise and our exceptional dairy protein together demonstrate what's deliciously possible."
Talia Marder, Head of Marketing, Innovation and Communications at ANITA Group: "The group has been working since its inception to stay at the forefront of innovation and product development, thus leading global trends in the ice cream industry. The collaboration with Remilk on this exclusive sampling event will allow FFT participants to enjoy a taste of the future of ice cream, with ANITA's best-selling flavor, made with our unique recipe. We are excited about this opportunity to test and learn more about this groundbreaking innovation."
Remilk pioneered a yeast-based fermentation process that produces non-animal milk proteins that are identical to cow-derived milk proteins. Remilk proteins are indistinguishable from traditional dairy in taste and function, but are free of lactose, cholesterol, and growth hormones.
Remilk will serve Salted Caramel Pretzel Gelato at the event, at 11 am and 2 pm each day.
About REMILK
Remilk is a global leader in the development of animal-free dairy. The company was founded by CEO Aviv Wolff, an entrepreneur behind several business and social initiatives, and CTO Ori Cohavi, PhD in Biochemistry, who has worked in R&D at a variety of biotech firms. They founded Remilk driven by a shared dedication to improving life on earth by learning from nature, while preserving it. Remilk produces dairy-identical milk proteins through precision fermentation and has developed a unique and patented approach to scalable manufacturing which requires a fraction of Earth's resources compared to traditional dairy, while dramatically increasing efficiency in production, and, for the first time in history, eliminates the need for dairy cows in industrial-scale dairy production without compromising on taste, functionality, or nutritional values. Remilk is real dairy, no cows.
*All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov plc. Total sample size was 1418 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between 22nd -23rd March 2022. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all US adults (aged 18+).
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Maha: Shiv Sena workers protest against party rebels
Shiv Sena workers staged a protest in Maharashtras Aurangabad city on Wednesday demanding action against rebel Shiv Sena MLAs camping in Guwahati under the leadership of senior minister Eknath Shinde. We are against those who leave the party, he said at the spot of the agitation held at Kranti Chowk in Aurangabad city.A woman Sena worker demanded that Thackeray sack rebels from the party.
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Shiv Sena workers staged a protest in Maharashtra's Aurangabad city on Wednesday demanding action against rebel Shiv Sena MLAs camping in Guwahati under the leadership of senior minister Eknath Shinde. At least five MLAs from the Aurangabad district are accompanying Shinde in Guwahati. Shiv Sena spokesperson and MLC Ambadas Danve said people have faith in the leadership of Sena president Uddhav Thackeray. ''We stand with Uddhav Thackeray. We are against those who leave the party,'' he said at the spot of the agitation held at Kranti Chowk in Aurangabad city.
A woman Sena worker demanded that Thackeray sack rebels from the party.
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BUFFALO, N.Y., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- It's the moment a basketball player dreams about – hearing his named called at the NBA Draft, heading to the stage, and donning a fresh New Era Cap.
Fans can celebrate with their favorite teams, and welcome the newest players to the league, with the NBA Draft Collection from New Era Cap LLC, the international lifestyle and sports brand and official on-stage cap of the 2022 NBA Draft.
- NEW ERA OFFICIAL 2022 NBA DRAFT 9FIFTY® SNAPBACK AND 59FIFTY® CAPS: Welcome the newest members to your team in style with this chrome white and team-color cap in either the 9FIFTY® snapback style or the 59FIFTY® fitted style. Both aps feature two embroidered designs on the front – the primary team logo and the first three letters of the team's city with a contrasting NBA logoman over it. The NBA logo also appears on the back of the cap, above the team-color closure to finish the look.
- NEW ERA OFFICIAL 2022 NBA 9TWENTY CAP®: An adjustable-fit cap in chrome white and team color cotton features the team's primary logo on the front. The side of the cap showcases the first three letters of the team's city with a contrasting NBA logoman over it. The rear of the cap features a women tab with the NBA logoman to complete the look.
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"It's a simple act, putting on that team cap, but it's the culmination of years of sweat and sacrifice to be drafted into the NBA," said Todd Sokolowski, Director of Licensed Products for New Era Cap. "This is a collection that celebrates that moment and allows fans a way to express their connection to their favorite team and represent the next generation of NBA players with flair."
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AAP says Centre wants to demolish 53 temples in Delhi, calls BJP 'anti-Hindu'
The BJP-led central government wants to demolish 53 temples in the national capital, the AAP said on Wednesday, and termed the saffron party as anti-Hindu.Addressing a press conference here, the partys Rajya Sabha MP and national spokesperson Sanjay Singh said the Centre has sent a list of these temples to Delhi government seeking approval of the Religious Committee for their demolition.All over the country, they BJP stage drama in the name of religion projecting itself as the guardians of faith, engineer clashes and spread hatred.
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The BJP-led central government wants to demolish 53 temples in the national capital, the AAP said on Wednesday, and termed the saffron party as ''anti-Hindu''.
Addressing a press conference here, the party's Rajya Sabha MP and national spokesperson Sanjay Singh said the Centre has sent a list of these temples to the Delhi government seeking approval of the Religious Committee for their demolition.
''All over the country, they (BJP) stage drama in the name of religion projecting itself as the guardians of the faith, engineer clashes, and spread hatred. But here in Delhi, the Narendra Modi government is going to demolish 53 temples,'' the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader said. The central government has sent a letter to the Delhi government, saying it needs the Religious Committee's ''permission'' for the demolition of these 53 temples, he said.
''This is the real face of the BJP. This document is evidence of how big anti-Hindu they are,'' Singh charged, showing a copy of the letter sent to the Delhi government by the land and development office which comes under the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
He called the BJP a party of ''hypocrites'' and demanded that Prime Minister Modi and the BJP's Delhi unit president Adesh Gupta apologize to the people for the Centre's move to demolish 53 temples in the city.
''Those from the BJP should walk around painting their faces black,'' Singh said.
Referring to the list of the 53 temples, the AAP MP said 19 of them are located in Kasturba Nagar, 10 in Netaji Nagar, eight in Sarojani Nagar, and seven in Sriniwaspuri, five in Thyagraj Nagar, three in Nauroji Nagar and one in Mohammadpur area in the city. ''The list of the temples to be demolished in Delhi includes those of lords Shiv, Ram, Krishna, and Hanuman, Goddess Durga and Sai Baba. They are not sparing any of them,'' he said and sought an answer from the BJP.
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Hanuman Chalisa row: Lawmaker couple Navneet and Ravi Rana appear before special court as police seek cancellation of bail
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Partnership enables a true digital experience for all stakeholders in the certificate of insurance process
BOSTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novidea, the creator of a born-on-the-cloud, data-driven platform optimizing the entire insurance policy and distribution lifecycle, and Certificial, the Smart COI Network™ that is transforming insurance verification with real-time data, today announced a new technology partnership to transform the legacy process of certificate of insurance (COI) issuance into a seamless, fully digital experience.
Through this partnership, Certificial's Smart COI works natively in the Novidea agency management platform, making the necessary function of certificate issuance seamless and more efficient. Agents will benefit from real-time access to the most current COI on file. Novidea users will eliminate 90% of the time they spend issuing and managing COIs without ever leaving the Novidea cloud-based platform. Commercial lines policyholders will benefit as well by gaining access to the most up-to-date COI at all times, delivering an improved customer experience and access to modern technology through their Novidea agent or broker.
For Certificial, the partnership with Novidea for certificate issuance strengthens their Smart COI Network and will have a trickle-down effect that positively impacts their network of agents, brokers, MGAs/MGUs, wholesalers, carriers, policyholders, and certificate holders. This partnership furthers Certificial's mission to transform insurance verification for all stakeholders in the COI process.
"Certificial is thrilled to partner with Novidea, a company that shares many similar values with us," said Peter Teresi, CEO and Co-Founder of Certificial. "Both Novidea and Certificial are working to drive innovation in the insurance industry through technology and partnerships, and we're proud that Novidea chose us to be their partner for native certificate issuance."
"Novidea has always focused on embracing strategic technology partnerships that improve our customer experience," said Eric Ayala, SVP and GM of Novidea. "Certificial is a natural fit for us. This partnership exemplifies our ecosystem approach using best-of-breed technologies and leveraging our open API infrastructure. We are proud to have them as an added value service to create the next-generation agency management system and transform the legacy process of certificate insurance."
The full integration with Certificial is scheduled to go live for Novidea customers in the third quarter of 2022.
About Certificial
Certificial is the leading, dynamic Certificate of Insurance (COI) platform that is transforming the insurance verification process by using real-time data to ensure businesses have continuous, compliant coverage. By combining certificate issuance and compliance management into one simple platform, Certificial eliminates risk, ensures compliance, and reduces costs for every stakeholder in the COI process. Unlike other solution providers in this space, Certificial encompasses the entire process of creating and distributing smart COIs by enabling agents and insureds the ability to provide third parties with continued access to coverage information, acting as an extension of the system of record to certificate holders. Cofounded by the former Chief Technology Officer of ACORD and backed by top investors, Nationwide, IA Capital, Fin VC, Cameron Ventures, and Cofounders Capital, Certificial is driving the future of digital insurance verification with their Smart COI Network™.
About Novidea
Novidea is a leading provider of the only born-on-the-cloud, data-driven insurance platform that enables brokers, agents, and MGAs to modernize and manage the customer insurance journey end-to-end and drive growth across the entire insurance distribution lifecycle. The Novidea platform, built to leverage the power of Salesforce's Big Technology, provides a complete ecosystem spanning every aspect of an insurance business. The platform's AI technology provides a 360-degree view of the customer and all stakeholders, enabling full integration between customer-facing policy transactions and the middle and back office. Brokers, agencies, and MGAs extract more value from their customer and policy data with actionable intelligence from any device, anywhere. Novidea turns data into insight at the point of need, enabling better-informed decisions and delivering greater customer value through products and services tailored to individual needs. Novidea, a member of MGAA and an ACORD partner, supports more than 100 customers, including agents, brokers, MGAs, and the London market, managing more than 22 million policies across 20 countries. For more information, please go to: www.novideasoft.com
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Over 35 lakh voters, 19 candidates: All set for Azamgarh, Rampur LS bypolls
Over 35 lakh people will be voting on Thursday to decide the fate of 19 candidates in the bypolls to the Azamgarh and Rampur Lok Sabha seats, considered as the bastions of the Samajwadi Party.The polling will take place between 7 am and 6 pm, Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Ajay Kumar Shukla said..The bypolls to the Azamgarh seat were necessitated by the resignation of Samajwadi Party SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, who was elected to the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly as an MLA in the elections earlier this year.
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Over 35 lakh people will be voting on Thursday to decide the fate of 19 candidates in the bypolls to the Azamgarh and Rampur Lok Sabha seats, considered as the bastions of the Samajwadi Party.
The polling will take place between 7 am and 6 pm, Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Ajay Kumar Shukla said..
The bypolls to the Azamgarh seat were necessitated by the resignation of Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav, who was elected to the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly as an MLA in the elections earlier this year. The Rampur seat was vacated by senior SP leader Azam Khan, who too was elected to the state Assembly.
According to officials, 13 candidates are in the fray from Azamgarh, where 18.38 lakh people are eligible to vote. Six candidates are contesting from Rampur, which has 17.06 lakh voters.
The campaigning for the bypolls had ended Tuesday evening. From Rampur, the BJP has fielded Ghanshyam Singh Lodhi, who recently joined the party, while the SP has fielded Asim Raja, handpicked by Khan. The Mayawati-led BSP is not contesting from Rampur. The Azamgarh seat will see a triangular contest among BJP's Dinesh Lal Yadav 'Nirhua', a famous Bhojpuri actor-singer, SP's Dharmendra Yadav and BSP's Shah Alam, also known as Guddu Jamali. The BJP is eyeing to bolster its strength in the Lok Sabha further through these bypolls while the SP will go an extra mile to protect its pocket-boroughs. In Azamgarh, of the 18.38 lakh voters, 9,70,249 are men, 8,67,942 women and 36 third gender.
Officials said 2,176 booths will be set up at 1,149 polling stations of the constituency, where an estimated 15 per cent of the residents are Muslim. All four assembly constituencies--Azamgarh, Mubarakpur, Sagdi, Gopalpur and Mehnagar--falling in this Lok Sabha seat were won by the SP in the recent assembly elections.
During the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, there was an alliance between the SP and the BSP, and Akhilesh Yadav had won easily, getting 6.21 lakh votes against BJP's Dinesh Lal Yadav, who had got 3.61 lakh votes. While central BJP leaders remained absent from campaigning this time, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sought votes for the BJP candidates on the two seats.
Akhilesh Yadav and his wife Dimple did not campaign in the bypolls. When asked about it, the SP chief, who was in Kannauj on Tuesday, had said, ''We are winning both Azamgarh and Rampur seats.'' The Rampur constituency, which has almost an equal number of Hindu and Muslim voters, is considered a bastion of prominent SP Muslim face Azam Khan. Yadav, Sikhs and Dalit voters are also in a position to influence the outcome of the bypoll on the seat. In the 2019 Lok Sabaha elections, Azam Khan had received 5,59,177 votes, whereas BJP candidate Jaya Prada got 4,49,180 votes and Congress candidate Sanjay Kapoor lost his deposit.
The Rampur parliamentary constituency comprises assembly segments of Rampur, Suar, Chamraua, Bilaspur and Milak.
In the assembly elections held this year, the SP won from Rampur, Suar and Chamraua while the BJP won Bilaspur and Milak seats. According to an official statement issued here by the Election Commission, two general and as many expense observers have been deputed by it to keep an eye on the polls. Besides, 291 sector magistrates, 40 zonal magistrates and 433 micro-observers have also been deputed, it said. For ensuring security and peaceful conduct of the polls, adequate number of central and state force have been deployed. The responsibility for the security of EVMs and strongrooms has been given to central forces.
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Company to commercialise world's first sustainable lithium iron phosphate battery recycling solution for truly clean lithium batteries
SINGAPORE, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deeptech start-up, NEU Battery Materials has raised a total of S$800,000 in seed funding from Momentum Venture Capital (the corporate venture arm of SMRT Corporation Ltd) and Se-cure Waste Management (a battery recycling & processing company in Singapore). This seed round also includes angel investments from two business angels in the energy storage and sustainability sectors, as well as earlier funding from the NUS Graduate Research Innovation Programme (GRIP). A flagship initiative of the NUS Industry Liaison Office, GRIP consists of three months of intense venture hothousing followed by nine months of incubation support, enabling NUS researchers, inventors, and students to transform the university's world-class research into deep tech start-ups. NEU Battery Materials will use this seed funding to build a pilot recycling plant in Singapore to recycle lithium from used lithium batteries.
Lithium batteries are a type of rechargeable battery. They are composed of cells where lithium ions move from the negative electrode to a positive electrode during discharge, and back again during the recharging process. Lithium iron phosphate batteries are a type of battery that uses lithium iron phosphate as the cathode material. They typically are lower in cost, with a long cycle life and low toxicity. Lithium iron phosphate batteries are used in many products, including Electric Vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems.
"The demand for lithium batteries is high, due to their everyday use. This demand will continue to increase drastically as EVs become mainstream. However, mining for lithium used in batteries is not an environmentally-friendly process. Furthermore, most lithium batteries are dumped into landfills at the end of their lifespan, creating environmental waste. We want to further develop and bring to market a method for producing sustainable lithium, resulting in clean and sustainable lithium batteries," said Bryan Oh, CEO and Co-founder of NEU Battery Materials.
World's first redox targeting technology for lithium iron phosphate battery recycling
NEU Battery Materials is bringing to market a patented electrochemical redox flow recycling process that was originally invented by Associate Professor Wang Qing, Deputy Head, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, NUS College of Design and Engineering. Assoc Prof Wang is Co-Founder and Advisor to NEU Battery Materials.
"I've been conducting research in the area of electrochemistry and flow batteries for the past 20 years, and believe that electrochemical battery recycling is the future, set to replace hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy. This recycling process is the first time that it has been demonstrated to be possible to recycle lithium from the cheapest battery type – which is the lithium iron phosphate battery. I am delighted that NEU Battery Materials will be commercialising this technology, and demonstrating its use in battery recycling," said Assoc Prof Wang, Co-founder of NEU Battery Materials.
In order to recycle used lithium batteries, the batteries are first discharged and dismantled. A series of crushing procedures reduces and sorts through the key components of the battery. The remains of the battery are called 'black mass' and this then enters the electrochemical redox flow recycling process, which involves the following steps:
1) The black mass is put into an anodic reactor tank, which is filled with a proprietary mix of chemicals. These chemicals will react with the black mass, to extract out the lithium. Unlike traditional battery recycling methods, this proprietary mix of chemicals does not include harsh acids (which leads to problems such as waste water). Furthermore, the chemicals are regenerative, allowing multiple cycles using the same batch of chemicals, significantly lowering pollution levels.
2) The solution is circulated between the tank and the electrolyzer. Electricity facilitates the movement of lithium across to the cathodic reactor tank.
3) The cathodic reactor tank is filled with water, which reacts with the lithium to form aqueous lithium hydroxide.
4) The lithium hydroxide is dried, resulting in battery-grade lithium hydroxide powder. This can be sold to battery manufacturers.
To translate this technological process which was developed in a laboratory setting and demonstrate how this technology can be scaled and used to recycle lithium batteries, NEU Battery Materials will use their seed funding to build a pilot plant. To do this, they have partnered with one of their investors, Se-cure Waste Management, a company that handles the recycling of metal waste and scrap materials. NEU Battery Materials will build and operate a 150 square-metre pilot plant at Se-Cure Waste Management's facility. This pilot plant will be able to process approximately 150 tonnes of lithium batteries a year.
"Our partnership with NEU Battery Materials and the setting up of the pilot plant allows Se-Cure Waste Management (SWM) to now handle the recycling of all types of lithium batteries, including lithium iron phosphate batteries, which has never been done before. We have already started sourcing for used lithium iron phosphate batteries, letting our industry contacts know that such recycling is now possible. As lithium is a valuable material, we foresee battery manufacturers interest in this development. With NEU Battery Materials' recycling process available, recycling lithium batteries is now cleaner and greener," said Vince Goh, Managing Director at SWM.
NEU Battery Materials' entrepreneurial journey
NUS graduates, Bryan Oh (Bachelor of Business Administration, NUS Business School) and Kenneth Palmer (Bachelor of Engineering, NUS College of Design and Engineering), co-founded NEU Battery Materials in mid-2021, after completing the NUS Graduate Research Innovation Programme (GRIP). After hearing about Assoc Prof Wang's lithium recycling technology, Bryan and Kenneth joined GRIP, to help commercialise this NUS technology. NEU Battery Materials was initially incubated for a few months on NUS campus, before expanding and setting up its own office and R&D laboratory in Bukit Batok.
"We are focusing our lithium battery recycling solution on meeting the needs of the Electric Vehicles (EVs) market. We see this as critical to tackling climate change and reducing our carbon footprint. The transport sector contributes 16 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions and the use of EVs can reduce this significantly. The challenge is that the current EV value chain is not sustainable. Our lithium battery recycling solution has the potential to overcome this, creating a clean and sustainable EV value chain," explained Bryan Oh. "The setting up of our pilot plant will demonstrate that we can create a commercial system for this novel battery recycling technology. We look forward to working with EV automotive OEMs to solve their lithium battery recycling problems, making clean, sustainable lithium batteries a reality."
"The GRIP programme has been helping to translate cutting-edge NUS research into deeptech start-ups driven by the mission of solving real-world problems. NEU Battery Materials is set to play a key role in the battery recycling value chain and positively impacting the Electric Vehicle industry. I believe NEU Battery Materials is well positioned to be a critical enabler of the Singapore Green Plan 2030, as well as to boost Singapore's status as a global hub for sustainable development," said Professor Freddy Boey, Deputy President (Innovation & Enterprise), NUS.
About NEU Battery Materials
NEU Battery Materials aims to produce clean and sustainable lithium, through its patented electrochemical technology, which enables battery recycling. This technology is the world's first sustainable redox targeting battery recycling solution. By bringing this technology to market, NEU Battery Materials will help to meet the surge in demand for lithium batteries in a clean and sustainable manner. https://www.neumaterials.com/
About Momentum Venture Capital
Momentum Venture Capital is the corporate venture arm of SMRT Corporation Ltd, investing in early-stage start-ups that are strategic and potentially transformational for the Group. Its focus areas are in deeptech and engineering, new transport technology and improving the commuter experience. https://momentumvc.sg/
About Se-cure Waste Management
Singapore-based Se-cure Waste Management Pte. Ltd. specializes in the processing and recycling of electronic scrap and waste ("e-waste") with the use of innovative technology to yield the highest possible recycling rate with minimal environmental impact. It is poised to lead the forefront for battery recycling innovation. www.se-curewaste.com
About NUS Graduate Research Innovation Programme (GRIP)
GRIP is a flagship venture creation programme developed by the NUS Industry Liaison Office. It is a comprehensive step-by-step guidance programme to enable postgraduate students and researchers to transform research into deep technology start-ups. The programme provides participants the knowledge and skill sets necessary to create their own start-ups, the industry linkages to real world problems, mentorship, funding and other support necessary to take start-ups off the ground. https://nus.edu.sg/grip/
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Kuwait crown prince dissolves parliament, calls for early general election
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Kuwait's crown prince on Wednesday dissolved parliament and called for an early general election in the Gulf Arab state following a protracted stand-off between the government and elected assembly that has hindered fiscal reform.
The crown prince said in a speech on live television that decrees would be issued on those matters.
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Honoring the Top Six Fan-voted Indie Pancake Spots in the United States
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Breakfasts are getting topped with more excitement and surprise for residents of six towns across America as Nutella® announces the inaugural winners of The Nutella® Fancake Awards, going to the top six fan-voted independent pancake restaurants across America.
Nutella, the undisputed king of pancake toppings, asked pancake lovers around the country to nominate their favorite independently owned pancake spots for a chance to win the latest coveted restaurant industry top honor. After sifting through short stacks and tall, Nutella is excited to share the fans' favorite spots that serve up the best pancake recipes and lend the warmest atmospheres for cozy and memorable pancake breakfasts.
2022 Nutella Fancake Awards Winners
- Steve's Diner (Exeter, NH)
- The Pancake Pantry (Franklin, TN)
- The Magnolia Pancake Haus (San Antonio, TX)
- Pancake House (Lubbock, TX)
- Ricas Crepas (Los Angeles, CA)
- Cedric's Family Restaurant (Idaho Falls, ID)
"Nutella is thrilled to announce the winners of our first-ever Nutella Fancake Awards," shares Endri Shtylla, Marketing Director, Nutella® at Ferrero U.S.A. "Pancakes and the local small businesses that serve them, spread so much joy to people who go out to breakfast with friends and family. These pancake restaurants are integral parts of our communities and we look forward to helping them continue the tradition of creating special breakfast moments."
For winning The Fancakes, Nutella will give all six pancake spots a $5,000 grant and year's supply of Nutella to spread more joy to their loyal patrons. The fan-voted winners will also receive new hardware in the form of a sparkling Nutella Fancakes trophy and team up with Nutella to create an exclusive Nutella pancake recipe that embodies how special each spot is to their local community.
To learn more about The Nutella Fancake Awards winners and try their famous recipes at home, visit Nutella.com.
Nutella
Nutella® was born in 1964. The unique hazelnut spread that millions of people around the world love, is made with a meticulous selection of high-quality ingredients and an exacting, artisan-inspired production. Today, the popular hazelnut spread is available in around 160 countries worldwide.
About Ferrero
For over 70 years, Ferrero has created products loved by generations. We've grown from a bakery in Alba, Italy into the third largest confectionery company in the world. Ferrero entered the North American market in 1969 and continues to spread joy with Ferrero Rocher®, Nutella®, Kinder®, Tic Tac® and Fannie May® chocolates. Ferrero Group expanded its portfolio in 2018 with the addition of Butterfinger®, CRUNCH®, Baby Ruth®, 100Grand® and other legendary chocolate brands.
We are a family-owned company with 3,000 employees in eight offices and ten plants and warehouses in North America, including a cocoa processing plant in Brantford, Ontario and a planned chocolate processing factory in Bloomington, Illinois. Instilled in every aspect of our business is the entrepreneurial spirit of our founders, and their passion for quality, creativity, and innovation. Follow @FerreroNACorp on Twitter and @FerreroNACorp on Instagram. www.ferreronorthamerica.com.
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UK plans to rewrite human rights law; critics cry foul
The British government on Wednesday unveiled plans for a Bill of Rights it says will strengthen free speech and the power of Parliament but that critics argue will rip up human rights protections for ordinary people.The government published the bill days after courts in the UK and Europe, on human rights grounds, stopped Prime Minister Boris Johnsons Conservative administration deporting people seeking asylum in Britain to Rwanda.If approved by Parliament where it faces a battle the legislation will raise the bar for bringing human rights legal claims.
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The British government on Wednesday unveiled plans for a Bill of Rights it says will strengthen free speech and the power of Parliament — but that critics argue will rip up human rights protections for ordinary people.
The government published the bill days after courts in the UK and Europe, on human rights grounds, stopped Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative administration from deporting people seeking asylum in Britain to Rwanda.
If approved by Parliament — where it faces a battle — the legislation will raise the bar for bringing human rights legal claims. It will reduce the ability of foreign nationals convicted of a crime in Britain to challenge deportation based on their human rights.
The government says the goal is to reduce "trivial" and "frivolous" claims.
The law will also give British courts the power to ignore rulings by the European Court of Human Rights, currently the ultimate arbiter of rights law for dozens of countries, including the U.K. It was an ECHR judge who ruled last week that an Iraqi man should not be sent to Rwanda under the government's controversial deportation plan, a judgment that led to the flight being grounded.
Justice Secretary Dominic Raab said the bill, which would replace the U.K.'s Human Rights Act, would "curb abuses of the system and inject a bit more common sense" into human rights law.
Raab said Britain would retain its "fundamental commitment" to the European Convention on Human Rights, but its move could set it on a collision course with the Council of Europe, which oversees the Strasbourg-based rights court.
The government depicted the Bill of Rights as an assertion of British sovereignty in the wake of the country's departure from the European Union. However, the European Court of Human Rights is unconnected to the EU; it is an international tribunal supported by 46 countries.
Rights groups said the government's move would remove some of the main tools the public has to hold the powerful to account.
Sacha Deshmukh, chief executive of Amnesty International UK, said "the public is being stripped of its most powerful tool to challenge wrongdoing by the government and other public bodies." Stephanie Boyce, president of the Law Society of England and Wales, said the Bill of Rights was "a lurch backward for British justice." "Authorities may begin to consider some rights violations as acceptable because these could no longer be challenged under the bill of rights despite being against the law," she said.
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Accomplice and Courtside Ventures Co-Led the Round, with Investors Including the Kraft Group, Haslam Sports Group, Michael Rubin, Jason Robins, James Harden, Joel Embiid, Martin Brodeur, Lil Baby, and Several Other Entertainment Industry Notables
SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jackpot, the online lottery ticket app and platform, has closed a $35M Series A round powered by the world's biggest investors and operators in sports, media, and entertainment.
The round was co-led by Accomplice and Courtside Ventures, with participation from the Kraft Group, Michael Rubin, Haslam Sports Group, Elysian Park Ventures, Arctos Sports Partners, Sapphire Sport, Theo Epstein, Fenway Sports Group President Mike Gordon, DraftKings co-founder and CEO Jason Robins, NBA stars James Harden and Joel Embiid, NHL legend Martin Brodeur, musical artist Lil Baby, and Boston Red Sox President and CEO Sam Kennedy, among others.
Jackpot is a digital platform that facilitates the purchase of official state lottery tickets online. Customers will finally be given the opportunity to buy lottery tickets via a mobile app or desktop experience that allows them to shop from the comfort of their own homes. The new capital will enable Jackpot to launch its product in the United States and to transform the lottery industry through aggressive hiring, strategic acquisitions, partnerships with state lotteries, and local market expansion.
In the United States, the $100 billion per year lottery business has been mostly offline and cash-based, with very little technology and data integration. In 2021, about half of all Americans purchased lottery tickets, but only ~5% of those sales came from online transactions.
As more states allow online lottery ticket sales, Jackpot's highly developed proprietary technology offers a best-in-class experience for customers. This new experience will help facilitate an increase in lottery ticket sales for the states where the service is permitted, by driving traffic towards the lottery as a form of entertainment and by bringing the lottery experience to a younger audience that may never have purchased lottery tickets before. And with up to 95 cents of every dollar spent on lottery games going back to the community through contributions to education, healthcare, prizes and other public initiatives, Jackpot's mission to build the most user-friendly digital lottery destination is seen as a growth accelerator for positive state spending.
Jackpot's veteran executive team has a proven track record of success in the technology, gaming, and licensing industries. The team is led by Akshay K. Khanna, co-founder and CEO of Jackpot - North America, an accomplished sports and licensing executive who formerly ran StubHub's North America business and Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment's strategy group; co-founder Roi More, the co-founder of Gett; and co-founder Yariv Ron, a real money gaming industry veteran.
"As long-time investors in the real money game space, we look for companies with the vision, the expertise, and the experience to offer real, tangible value. Jackpot has all of these, making it perfectly positioned to reimagine the lottery market," said Ryan Moore, partner at Accomplice.
"Jackpot is a natural fit within our portfolio," said Deepen Parikh, partner at Courtside Ventures. "Millions of Americans are playing the lottery every day, and Jackpot will now make the experience even better for consumers. We're excited to work with the team at Jackpot to revolutionize this massive industry."
"More and more states across the country are now open to online lottery ticket sales, creating a huge opportunity to digitize the industry and bring a better, more convenient experience for the hundreds of millions of Americans who purchase lottery tickets every year," said Akshay K. Khanna, co-founder and CEO, Jackpot North America. "Jackpot's goal is to become the leading provider of online lottery tickets in the United States. We are grateful for the support of our investors who will help us accelerate our mission to transform the lottery industry."
Jackpot plans to launch operations in the US in select states this year. For updates on when it will be live in your state, visit www.jackpot.com.
Jackpot is on a mission to fundamentally change the hundred-billion-dollar lottery industry in the United States through innovation and variety. Jackpot brings verified, official state lottery tickets online by leveraging its digital platform and proprietary technology to give customers the ability to play anytime, anywhere via a user-friendly mobile app or desktop experience. To learn more, visit jackpot.com.
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A cold front exiting the state this morning has brought in a few clouds to start the day, but they’ll move out quickly. Winds will shift to the NW helping to lower humidity levels. High pressure moving in will then keep our skies clear and help to bring temps down a bit.
Highs this afternoon will be in the mid to upper 80s with full sun all day long. Winds will be out of the NW at 10-15mph which will cause humidity levels to decrease. We’ll be a lot more comfortable this afternoon and evening.
Tonight temps fall to the mid 50s! Skies stay clear with a light wind.
Tomorrow highs will be closer to normal, near 80 for most with 70s in the thumb thanks to a N wind at 5-10mph. We’ll stay sunny all day.
More sunshine for Friday with highs back to around 90 degrees!
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Israel lawmakers take 1st step toward dissolving parliament
But a final vote on at least one of the motions is still required in order to dissolve parliament, and that is expected to be held next week.Once it passes, Bennett will step down as prime minister and hand over the reins to his ally, Foreign Minister Yair Lapid.
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Israeli lawmakers voted in favor of dissolving parliament in a preliminary vote on Wednesday, setting the wheels in motion to send the country to its fifth national election in just over three years.
The motion was the first step in a series of votes before the formal disbanding of the government. It came two days after Prime Minister Naftali Bennett announced he was disbanding his unraveling governing coalition of eight ideologically diverse parties just over a year after he took office.
The historic coalition, which unseated longtime leader Benjamin Netanyahu, was wracked by infighting and defections in recent months. It included dovish parties committed to a two-state solution with the Palestinians, hawkish ultranationalists who oppose a Palestinian state, and a small Islamist faction, the first Arab party to join a government.
A series of proposals for dissolving parliament was passed by a vast majority of the 120 members of Knesset, the Israeli parliament. But a final vote on at least one of the motions is still required to dissolve parliament, and that is expected to be held next week.
Once it passes, Bennett will step down as prime minister and hand over the reins to his ally, Foreign Minister Yair Lapid. New elections are expected to be held in October.
Bennett and Lapid formed their coalition of parties united solely in their opposition to Netanyahu last year after four inconclusive elections in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Parliament was deadlocked between those who supported a Netanyahu-led government and those who refused to join forces with him while he was under indictment for corruption.
Netanyahu is on trial and faces charges of fraud, breach of trust, and accepting bribes in three high-profile cases. He has denied any wrongdoing and has repeatedly dismissed the accusations as part of a witch-hunt to oust him from office.
Early opinion polls published Tuesday project that Netanyahu's Likud party will remain the largest in parliament, but a path toward forming a majority coalition remains unclear.
Following the vote, Bennett wrote on Twitter that he would vote against proposed legislation that would disqualify a lawmaker accused of a crime from becoming prime minister. Several senior members of his coalition said this week that they would advance such a bill, which would effectively bar Netanyahu from retaking office.
Bennett said that "definitely on the eve of elections, one cannot try to change the rules of the game,'' and that Israeli voters must decide who should assume office.
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Pepsi is Celebrating the Best of The City with a Summer of Giveaways, Including One Grand Prize Winner Unlocking a Year's Worth of NYC Experiences Like Concerts, Sporting Events, Renowned Dining, and More
NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer in New York City is about unapologetic enjoyment. From the sizzling heat from the sidewalks to picnics on packed park lawns, summer is a New York thing – and so is Pepsi.
To kick off the season, the New York-based brand is giving locals the chance to win quintessential Big Apple experiences from jamming out at a Madison Square Garden concert to catching a game at Yankee Stadium. Starting today, fans can enter to win New York experiences from Pepsi's iconic partners across the five boroughs, all best enjoyed with an ice-cold Pepsi.
"As a brand local to New York, we want to celebrate what being a New Yorker means in the most authentic way," said Nancy Rooney, PBNA North Division Chief Marketing Officer. "What better way to honor our own New York roots and celebrate with locals than with meaningful experiences at some of the City's most sought after places."
Twenty-five winners will win experiences beloved by lifelong New Yorkers and newcomers alike, with one lucky grand prize winner unlocking an entire year of free experiences including:
- Tickets to a concert at Madison Square Garden
- A chance to watch your New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium
- A sunny day outing with unbeatable skyline views at the Seaport's Pier 17
- A break from apartment AC with a staycation at the New York Marriott Marquis
- Dining experiences at world-famous destinations including Katz's Deli, Junior's Restaurant and Bakery, and Marcus Samuelsson's Red Rooster
- A night of laughs at the Gotham Comedy Club
- A legendary meal at Sparks Steakhouse, one of New York's oldest steakhouses
- Top-tier views and dining at One World Observatory
- and more!
Fans have until July 17, 2022, to enter by scanning the QR code in-store at local bodegas, corner delis, neighborhood grocers, and supermarkets, at bus stops and subway stations, and on billboards around the city or by heading to www.PepsiNYC.com.
Pepsi is proud to bring back the iconic, custom, collectible New York City labels from last year's "Pepsi. It's a New York Thing!" campaign. These custom labels and Pepsi packs were made just for New York City, featuring recognizable landmarks including the Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square, and a shout-out to the classic NYC hot dog vendor. The packaging continues to be available in 20oz. and 1.25-liter bottles of Pepsi, Pepsi Zero Sugar and Diet Pepsi across the city at local bodegas, corner delis, neighborhood grocers, and larger regional supermarkets.
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.
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Ex-Kolkata mayor Sovan Chatterjee meets Mamata, raises speculation of his return to TMC
I will follow her directions, he told reporters after an hour-long meeting.Asked if he was ready to join politics again, after keeping away from it for more than a year, Chatterjee wondered whether any individual is apolitical in West Bengal.Both Chatterjee and his friend had severed ties with the TMC and joined the BJP in 2019, only to quit the saffron party again, two years later.
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Former Kolkata mayor Sovan Chatterjee on Wednesday met West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee at state secretariat, fuelling speculation of his return to the state's ruling party. Chatterjee, who was accompanied by friend Baisakhi Bandopadhyay to 'Nabanna', avoided a direct reply to questions over his next move, and told reporters that he would follow directions of ''Mamata di''.
''Whatever decision Mamata di takes, I will abide by it. I will follow her directions,'' he told reporters after an hour-long meeting.
Asked if he was ready to join politics again, after keeping away from it for more than a year, Chatterjee wondered whether any individual is ''apolitical'' in West Bengal.
Both Chatterjee and his friend had severed ties with the TMC and joined the BJP in 2019, only to quit the saffron party again, two years later. The duo was apparently miffed after Bandopadhyay did not make it to the BJP candidate list for Assembly polls, and Chatterjee was denied a ticket of his choice.
Chatterjee, a two-time mayor of Kolkata Municipal Corporation, had also served as a minister in Mamata Banerjee-led cabinet.
Bandopadhyay, talking to reporters after the meeting, said that ''differences between (Mamata) Banerjee and Chatterjee'' have been resolved.
''After Sovan had quit BJP, many people had written his political obituary. But he still has a lot to do in politics,'' she added.
The chief minister is known to have played a key role in shaping Chatterjee's political career, which like her, had begun in the Youth Congress.
He was asked by Banerjee to resign from his posts of minister and mayor in November 2018, after problems in his personal life became public.
Chatterjee's estranged wife Ratna is TMC MLA from Behala Purba.
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TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK , June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PlainID, The Authorization Company, a leading provider of authorization and policy-based access solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Hub City Media (HCM).
HCM is an Identity and Access Management consultancy that offers advisory and implementation services, managed cloud and support services, and simple, powerful, easy to integrate products. Their extensive cross-industry expertise makes them a leading partner for Identity platforms across the globe.
PlainID, which recently announced the general availability of their Authorization-as-a-Service, SaaS-enabled Authorization Platform including PlainID Authorizers, helps businesses advance and modernize by simply and securely connecting identities with the digital assets to provide optimal user journeys, risk mitigation and data security. By making authorization decisions simple, smart, granular, and dynamic, PlainID helps enterprises control who can access what, when, and how on whose authority.
"We have seen a lot of demand over the years for fine-grained authorization," said Phillippe Monrougie, CEO of Hub City Media. "Everyone we work with has policies that act as guardrails for their business. Finally, someone has come up with an easy/no-code way to implement Policy-Based Access Control. Our clients no longer have to build from scratch. They can leverage a standards-based, centrally managed policy engine across their enterprise application and data assets."
Coupling PlainID's focus on dynamic authorizations powered by Policy-based Access Control (PBAC) with HCM's expertise across all aspects of Identity Security allows the duo to greatly enhance existing IAM deployments.
"We are excited to announce this partnership with Hub City Media," said Jeff Tishgart, Vice President, Global Alliances at PlainID. "Companies invest considerable money and time into big identity and access management projects to securely connect employees and customers with digital assets. Traditional IAM and security-driven approaches are just not fast, flexible or reliable enough. Through our partnership, HCM and PlainID will be able to help organizations grant secure, always-up-to-date access for all types of user identities spanning applications, APIs, microservices, and data brokers."
To learn more, contact PlainID or Hub City Media or meet with them during Identiverse in Denver, CO, June 21-24.
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Balkans losing hope of progress on EU membership
The joke reflects a wider malaise across the Balkans about the prospects of its six members - Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia - ever joining the EU. A lack of progress on milestones such as visa-free travel along the way has lead to such a sense of disillusion that the leaders of Albania and Serbia briefly considered not attending Thursday's Balkan-EU summit in Brussels.
In Kosovo, which has been waiting for visa-free travel to the European Union since 2010, a restaurant owner has erected a large replica of France's famed Eiffel Tower for its diners.
"We have built it as a form of consolation for the people who cannot go to Paris," said Blerim Bislimi, owner of Te Anija (At The Boat) restaurant on the edge of the capital Pristina. The joke reflects a wider malaise across the Balkans about the prospects of its six members - Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia - ever joining the EU.
A lack of progress on milestones such as visa-free travel along the way has lead to such a sense of disillusion that the leaders of Albania and Serbia briefly considered not attending Thursday's Balkan-EU summit in Brussels. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Wednesday they will now go, but Rama expressed his despondency on Twitter: "We'll attend the EU Council meeting. There won't be much to hear about."
In Serbia, the largest country in the region, enthusiasm for EU membership has declined so much that now 44% of people are against it and only 35% in favour, with the remainder unsure, according to an Ipsos poll in April. A draft of the summit statement seen by Reuters showed that EU leaders will again give "full and unequivocal commitment to the EU membership perspective of the Western Balkans."
But Ukraine's fast-tracked progress to formal candidate status, to be agreed at Thursday's summit, has only served to increase their feeling of being sidelined, Balkan countries say, even if all but Bosnia and Kosovo are already EU candidates. "North Macedonia and Albania have every right to be upset," said Zvezdana Kovac at the European Movement in Serbia, a non-profit organisation pushing for Serbian membership of the EU, referring to the stalled negotiation process.
EU member Bulgaria in 2020 blocked the start of accession talks with North Macedonia over a dispute relating to history and language. Albania's progress is formally linked by the EU to that of North Macedonia, which already had to agree to settle a decades-long stand-off with Greece over its name to clear its path to EU membership. North Macedonia and Albania earlier had to wait for a green light from France over their track record on democracy and fighting corruption.
EU diplomats do not expect a breakthrough at the summit. TOO MANY CONDITIONS?
Awarding Ukraine its EU candidacy status without any feasible progress for the Balkans is also a "bad message" for the region, Kovac said. Since Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel have all visited the region, reiterating support, but taking no concrete steps.
There has been no progress on overcoming Bulgaria's veto or wider momentum to help Serbia and Montenegro in their negotiations, which require politically unpopular reforms. Arton Demhasaj, from the Pristina-based anti-corruption watchdog of Cohu (Wake up), said: "The European Union has no clear enlargement policies towards the Western Balkans."
"If countries that aspire to join the EU face delays, they will reorient their policies and then we will have an increase of Russian and Chinese influence in the Western Balkans," he said. In contrast to the success of the EU's eastward enlargement drive that transformed former communist countries such as Poland into thriving market democracies, the EU approach now offers too little reward tied to too many conditions, Balkan officials say.
Some EU governments, particularly in France, the Netherlands and Denmark, fear a political backlash in member states over migration from the Balkans and have sought to increase reforms. "Too many EU governments think we can keep handing the Balkans new demands and say: come back when you're done," said a senior EU diplomat involved in the talks. "But it doesn't work like that, at some point they are going to give up." (Additional reporting by Fatos Bytyci in Pristina Editing by Alexandra Hudson)
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- Sets interim targets of 1 GW solar by 2025 and net zero for operations by 2030
- Builds on company's leadership in green building, solar and more
- Publishes 2021-22 ESG Report
SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prologis (NYSE: PLD), the global leader in logistics real estate, today announced its commitment to achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. The company also released its annual environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance report.
"Prologis has always been ambitious in our sustainability efforts, and our new net zero goal is no exception," said Prologis Co-founder, CEO and Chairman Hamid R. Moghadam. "We're proud of the support we're providing our customers in achieving their sustainability goals. Prologis continues to be an industry leader in finding innovative ways to decarbonize our operations."
The company has been carbon neutral for its scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2019. Its 2040 goal encompasses scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions and includes several interim targets to support its progress. These include:
- 1 GW of solar generation capacity (supported by storage) by 2025
- Carbon neutral construction by 2025
- Net zero for operations by 2030
The company has submitted a letter of commitment regarding its net zero goal to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for validation. In addition, Prologis has committed to partnering with leading external groups to drive decarbonization across the industry value chain, including sustainable building materials innovation.
Prologis works closely with its customers to understand their environmental goals and programs. The company has been investing in energy-related lines of business, including EV charging and onsite solar, as additional value-add services for its customers. Prologis currently has approximately 200 EV charging stations and 325 MW of rooftop solar (as of April 2022).
"We are putting our 1 billion square foot portfolio to good use for our customers every day," said Prologis Chief Energy and Sustainability Officer Susan Uthayakumar. "Prologis is working with our customers to develop and implement advanced energy and climate solutions. These actions will enable us to deliver on our commitment to net zero ten years ahead of the target set by the Paris Accord."
In its 2021-22 ESG report, the company outlines its progress toward its environmental, social and governance goals. Highlights include:
- Became the first logistics REIT with an approved SBTi emissions reduction target in 2018
- Issued 16 green bonds between 2018-2021, and its global line of credit and additional lines of credit are linked to sustainability metrics
- Achieved 325 MW of solar generation capacity as of April 30, 2022
- Installed LED lighting across 57% of the company's portfolio
- Trained 13,000 people in logistics through the Prologis Community Workforce Initiative since 2018 (goal: train 25,000 people by 2025)
- Achieved employee engagement score of 88% (12 points above financial services sector average)
- Separated ESG metrics into a standalone category on the company's bonus scorecard. ESG now represents 10% of the bonus scorecard, a percentage similar to that of other core business functions
- Invested $150 million in nearly 40 companies through Prologis Ventures since 2016, including those focused on innovation in ESG and sustainability. Investments include technology to reduce food waste in grocery delivery systems, software to calculate GHG emissions associated with third-party shipments, and solutions for workforce safety and productivity
The full report and an executive summary are available at https://prolo.gs/esg2022.
Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate with a focus on high-barrier, high-growth markets. As of March 31, 2022, the company owned or had investments in, on a wholly owned basis or through co-investment ventures, properties and development projects expected to total approximately 1.0 billion square feet (93 million square meters) in 19 countries. Prologis leases modern logistics facilities to a diverse base of approximately 5,800 customers principally across two major categories: business-to-business and retail/online fulfillment.
The statements in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which we operate as well as management's beliefs and assumptions. Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact our financial results. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," and "estimates," including variations of such words and similar expressions, are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature. All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, development activity, contribution and disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt, capital structure and financial position, our ability to form new co-investment ventures and the availability of capital in existing or new co-investment ventures — are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and, therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic and political climates; (ii) changes in global financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates; (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties; (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties; (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust status, tax structuring and changes in income tax laws and rates; (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings; (vii) risks related to our investments in our co-investment ventures, including our ability to establish new co-investment ventures; (viii) risks of doing business internationally, including currency risks; (ix) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters; (x) risks related to the current coronavirus pandemic; and (xi) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission by us under the heading "Risk Factors." We undertake no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this document except as may be required by law.
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RippleMatch, the recruitment automation platform changing how Gen Z finds work, is proud to recognize the standout individuals within the campus recruitment and talent acquisition space through the Campus Recruiting Choice Awards.
The Campus Recruiting Choice Awards are an annual celebration of the professionals who are recruiting and retaining the next generation of talent. From hundreds of nominations submitted by recruiting and HR professionals, RippleMatch has narrowed down the top names in campus recruiting and talent acquisition. Across 18 categories, RippleMatch is highlighting the rising stars, innovators, and exceptional leaders that are making their mark on the space, pushing the envelope, and leading with empathy.
The nominees in RippleMatch's 2022 Campus Recruiting Choice Awards come from companies across industries, reflect campus programs of all sizes, and represent a range of experience levels. From this esteemed list of nominees, RippleMatch is asking the talent community and broader network of professionals to vote for the winners of the 2022 Campus Recruiting Choice Awards between June 22nd - July 15th. There will be one winner from each category selected – 18 award winners total – to be announced on July 26th.
To view all nominees, read about their impressive accomplishments, and vote for your favorites to be selected as the winners, visit this link and follow RippleMatch on LinkedIn as they highlight the Award Nominees throughout June and July.
Congratulations to all of the high-achieving individuals selected as nominees for RippleMatch's 2022 Campus Recruiting Choice Awards!
About RippleMatch Awards
RippleMatch is invested in seeking out and recognizing the organizations that are going above and beyond to build a better future – from their workplaces to recruiting standards. To highlight the impactful work being done in this space, RippleMatch hosts three distinct awards designed to celebrate the accomplishments of the companies, teams, and individuals who continue to innovate and excel amidst this ever-changing environment. Learn more about these annual awards here.
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RippleMatch is the recruitment automation platform changing how Gen Z finds work. By replacing job boards with matching and automation, RippleMatch eliminates the most time-intensive parts of the recruitment process for both employers and job seekers. Leading employers leverage RippleMatch to build diverse, high-performing teams and Gen Z job seekers across the country trust RippleMatch to launch and grow their careers.
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Fill form to vote from any assembly if not present in Delhi on day of Prez poll: EC to MPs
In exceptional circumstances, MPs and MLAs may be permitted by the Commission to vote at other state legislative assemblies also.Elected members of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, but not the nominated members, are part of the electorate. Similarly, elected MLAs, not nominated MLAs, can vote. Members of legislative councils MLCs cannot vote in presidential poll.
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Members of Parliament who would not be present in the national capital on July 18 to cast their vote in Parliament House for the presidential election can do so from state assemblies, provided they inform the Election Commission in advance.
In a letter addressed to all members of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the poll panel has reminded them that they can cast ballots in Room no 63 in Parliament House.
''However, on account of unavoidable reasons and exigencies of circumstances, if you cannot be present in New Delhi on the date of the poll, you can opt to exercise your right to vote at the presidential election at any of the polling places situated in the state or Union Territory of Puducherry and NCT of Delhi,'' the June 16 letter said.
The MPs who intend to vote from one of the state legislative assemblies have to send a ''formal request'' to the EC by filling up a form.
The request should reach the poll panel ''not later than ten days before the date of the poll'' so that necessary arrangements can be made.
''It may kindly be noted that the request once made and accepted by the Commission to vote at any State Legislative Assembly will be final and no further changes will be entertained in this regard,'' the poll panel has cautioned.
While normally MPs vote in New Delhi and MLAs at the premises of the legislative assembly of each state, facilities are provided by EC for any MP to vote in the legislative assembly of a state.
Similarly, an MLA can vote at the polling booth set up in Parliament House, if he or she is in Delhi on the date of the poll. In exceptional circumstances, MPs and MLAs may be permitted by the Commission to vote at other state legislative assemblies also.
Elected members of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, but not the nominated members, are part of the electorate. Similarly, elected MLAs, not nominated MLAs, can vote. Members of legislative councils (MLCs) cannot vote in the presidential poll.
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CALGARY, AB, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - RocketFrac Cleantech ("RocketFrac" or "the Company"), an innovative energy services company, is pleased to announce that it has successfully deployed its ground-breaking EcoStim™ waterless well stimulation tool in Alberta, Canada. This deployment represents the addition of a valuable new approach to oil and gas well stimulation that expands the exploitation strategies available to producers while reducing carbon emissions, eliminating the use of proppant sand and scarce water resources.
In the United States alone annual water consumption for hydraulic fracking is estimated to be 140 billion gallons – equal to the combined annual consumption of Houston and Chicago. Creating effective well stimulation that eliminates this enormous strain on our precious natural resources is critical for meeting the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals prioritized by the investment community. This in turn eliminates the barrier of environmental concerns from the development of energy resources, allowing the expansion of production and movement toward the goal of energy independence.
The EcoStim™ deployment was the reactivation of a suspended natural gas well. Highlights included the successful downhole activation of EcoStim's patent-pending isolation mechanism, full deflagration of the proprietary solid rocket propellant, retrieval of the EcoStim™ tool with critical sensor data, and a dramatic pressure increase at the wellhead.
The company is using the groundbreaking test to refine EcoStim's design in preparation for the next deployment, planned for July.
"This successful deployment of our proprietary technology proves that waterless well stimulation can be used for oil and gas reservoirs," says RocketFrac Cleantech CTO, Pavan Elapavuluri, PhD. "This test has already yielded important information about tool design and reservoir stimulation characteristics, and we are also gathering invaluable production data. As an engineer, I am excited to contribute to both increasing access to energy, and to reducing the environmental impact of its generation."
The current high prices for oil and gas around the world have highlighted the need to expand production to reduce prices. The EcoStim™ solution addresses this need to expand production by improving the environmental performance of energy production.
About RocketFrac Cleantech
RocketFrac Cleantech is an innovative energy service company developing technologies to unlock tight reservoirs with a lower environmental footprint than alternatives. By eliminating the need to use water in the fracking process, RocketFrac's patent-pending proprietary technology conserves this important resource, while lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and improving operational efficiency. This approach respects Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments, while contributing to critical energy independence needs around the world.
Founded in 2017, and headquartered in Canada, RocketFrac is working with international representatives in multiple markets to bring its unique fracking technology to a global customer base. RocketFrac Cleantech is guided by experienced energy sector experts, including CTO Pavan Elapavuluri, formerly of Schlumberger, and The Honorable Ronald R. Spoehel, Chairman, formerly of NASA.
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Swedish parliament passes mini-budget after pensions compromise
The minority Social Democrat government, which hopes to win a third successive term in power at a general election in September, was forced to vote against its own budget last week to avoid having to adopt the opposition's finance bill. It then reintroduced interim spending plans, including around 4 billion Swedish crowns ($394 million) for pensioners and money to support Ukrainian refugees, in an extraordinary budget bill.
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Sweden's parliament passed the government's extra budget on Wednesday after weeks of disagreement over extra money for pensioners, paving the way for increased spending on the police, defense and additional aid to Ukraine. The minority Social Democrat government, which hopes to win a third successive term in power at a general election in September, was forced to vote against its own budget last week to avoid having to adopt the opposition's finance bill.
It then reintroduced interim spending plans, including around 4 billion Swedish crowns ($394 million) for pensioners and money to support Ukrainian refugees, in an extraordinary budget bill. The new budget was passed by a single vote.
The Social Democrats have a shaky hold on power and rely on support from parties that deeply distrust each other and have very different policy goals. Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson was forced to resign on her first day in charge after losing a budget vote in November. She was later reinstated.
Earlier this month, the government just survived a no-confidence vote - thanks to the support of a lawmaker whose demands for support for Kurds in Northern Syria could complicate its attempts to join NATO. Swedes vote in September and there is little sign that the next government will be in a stronger position than the present one. The Social Democrats are the biggest party, according to polls, but will still need support from their current allies.
What unites Minister Andersson's backers is a wish to keep the Sweden Democrats, a populist anti-immigration party that has sided largely with the right-wing opposition, from having any influence in government. Still, the opposition on the right looks like it will struggle to get a majority.
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rokt, the leading ecommerce technology using machine learning to make transactions more relevant to each shopper, today announced that it has named Bill Barton as Chief Product and Engineering Officer, effective June 27, 2022. In this newly created role, Barton will report directly to CEO Bruce Buchanan and will lead the company's R&D organization. With more than 35 years of product and engineering experience at companies that include Amazon, Nokia and Microsoft, Barton has a proven record of building high-performing teams across a range of hardware and software disciplines.
"We are excited to welcome Bill Barton to lead our R&D efforts as we continue to scale our R&D team to deliver against our ecommerce vision," said Bruce Buchanan, CEO of Rokt. "We invest in projects that require a long-term commitment to solve—our time horizons are 7 to 10 years into the future—which requires a leader, like Bill, with a proven ability to solve complex R&D problems over a long period of time."
"Rokt has a stellar reputation as a provider of best-in-class ecommerce technologies that help online brands drive revenue and customer engagement," said Bill Barton, Chief Product and Engineering Officer of Rokt. "I'm thrilled to join the company at such a crucial point on its growth trajectory and lead the next chapter for the R&D organization."
Barton is a seasoned, hands-on product development executive with expertise spanning mobile advertising; multimedia communications; speech, audio and voice; IP and switched-network systems; mobile and wireless systems; web applications; interactive advertising; and algorithm development. He most recently served as Vice President, Alexa Proactive Experience, at Amazon, where he spent the last 10 years building and leading teams that developed Alexa's spoken language understanding and knowledge capabilities. His previous experience includes serving as Director of Product Development at NAVTEQ, Director of Product Development for Nokia Location & Commerce, Vice President of Engineering for Revolabs, Senior Vice President of Engineering for Unveil Technologies (acquired by Microsoft), and Vice President of Engineering at VoiceSignal Technologies. Barton holds a BA in Physics from Harvard University.
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Rokt is the global leader in ecommerce technology, helping companies seize the full potential of every transaction moment to grow revenue, acquire new customers at scale and deepen their relationships with existing ones. Live Nation, Groupon, Staples, Lands' End, Fanatics, GoDaddy, Vistaprint and HelloFresh are among the more than 2,500 leading global businesses and advertisers that are using Rokt's solutions to drive more value through every transaction by offering highly relevant messages to their customers at the moment they are most likely to convert. Founded in Australia, with US headquarters in New York City, the company now operates in 19 countries across North America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. To learn more, visit Rokt.com.
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In 56 years, Shiv Sena faces 4th rebellion, 1st under Uddhav's watch
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Despite being a party of committed cadres with unflinching loyalty to leadership of the day, the Shiv Sena has been vulnerable to rebellions in its ranks and it has seen revolts by prominent figures on four occasions, three of them under the watch of its charismatic founder Bal Thackeray, with Eknath Shinde becoming the latest leader to join the list.
The rebellion by Shinde, a Cabinet minister who has walked away with a bunch of Shiv Sena MLAs, is most significant in the outfit's 56-year-old history as it threatens to bring down the party-led Maha Vikas Aghadi government in Maharashtra, while the other revolts took place when it was not in power in the state.
The present revolt, which started taking shape post Monday midnight after Legislative Council poll results, throws a big challenge before Maharashtra Chief Minister and Sena president Uddhav Thackeray as the three previous revolts took place when his father Bal Thackeray was still around.
The Sena witnessed the first major jolt in 1991 when Chhagan Bhujbal, the OBC face of the party who was also credited with expanding the organization's base in rural parts of Maharashtra, decided to leave the party.
Bhujbal had cited ''non-appreciation'' from the party leadership as the reason for leaving the party.
Despite Bhujbal having helped the Sena to win a sizeable number of seats in parts of Maharashtra, Bal Thackeray had appointed Manohar Joshi as Leader of Opposition in the Assembly.
In the subsequent winter session in Nagpur, Bhujbal along with 18 Sena MLAs left the party and announced their support to the Congress which was then ruling the state. But, 12 rebel MLAs returned to the Sena fold the same day.
Bhujbal and other rebel MLAs were recognized by the then-Assembly speaker as a separate group and they did not face any action.
“It was an audacious move because Shiv Sena workers were well known for their aggressive approach (towards dissidence). They even attacked the official residence of Chhagan Bhujbal in Mumbai, which is generally guarded by the state police force,” a senior political journalist told PTI.
Bhujbal, however, lost the 1995 Assembly election from Mumbai to the then-Shiv Sena leader Bala Nandgaonkar, and later shifted base to Nashik district.
The veteran politician joined the NCP when Sharad Pawar formed the party after leaving the Congress in 1999. Bhujbal (74) is currently a minister and cabinet colleague of Shinde in the Shiv Sena-led MVA government.
In 2005, the Shiv Sena faced another challenge when former chief minister Narayan Rane left the party and joined the Congress.
Rane, who subsequently left the Congress, is currently a BJP Rajya Sabha member and also a Union minister.
The next shock to the Sena came in 2006 when Uddhav Thackeray's cousin Raj Thackeray decided to leave the party and form his own political outfit - the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS).
Raj Thackeray had then said his fight was not with the Sena leadership, but with others surrounding the party leadership and not letting others in. In the 2009 election to the 288-member Maharashtra Assembly, the MNS won 13 seats. Its tally in Mumbai was one more than the Shiv Sena.
The Shiv Sena is currently facing another rebellion by a section of its MLAs led by senior state minister Eknath Shinde, a four-time MLA from Thane district and a popular figure in the organization.
Political journalist Prakash Akolkar, who has written a book on the party, said, “The Sena leadership is taking some of its leaders for granted. Such an attitude has always backfired, but party is not ready to change its stance.” ''Now, times have changed and most of the MLAs come to the party with a lot of expectations, he said. If those expectations are not addressed properly, such a revolt is bound to happen,” he said.
The Shiv Sena currently has 55 MLAs, the NCP 53 and the Congress 44 MLAs. All three constitute the MVA. The opposition BJP has 106 seats in the Assembly.
To escape disqualification under the anti-defection law, Shinde needs the support of 37 MLAs. The rebel leader has claimed 46 Sena MLAs are with him.
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Record Series A Round Will Be Used to Further Develop the AI-based Technology and Expand Business Within the U.S. and Abroad
PALO ALTO, Calif., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sanas, the world's first real-time accent translation technology company, today announced a $32 million Series A, the largest Series A round in history for a speech technology company, led by Insight Partners with participation from GV, Assurant Ventures and angel investor Gokul Rajaram. Existing investors Human Capital, General Catalyst, Quiet Capital and DN Capital also participated in the round. Alorica, one of the largest BPOs in the world, has announced a strategic partnership with Sanas to take this groundbreaking technology to their 100,000 employees and 250 enterprise customers across the globe.
Sanas' accent translation technology allows for deeper personal choice when it comes to people's voices, can help increase foreign language fluency and addresses communication challenges between global teams and customers. It allows people to choose the accent they want to use in real time and preserve the speaker's authenticity, an experience that beta users and investors have described as "magical." Now, anyone can sound local on a global scale in different languages and regions – highlighting a breakthrough for multinational enterprises.
"The goal of Sanas has always been to bring people closer together and allow people to have a choice when it comes to their communication style – something that was previously only possible through extensive speech language pathology," said Maxim Serebryakov, CEO of Sanas. "Similar to how social media platforms allow users to control the way they physically appear online, this technology enables anyone to have that same control in a digital setting – but for the way they sound. With this funding, we'll be able to further our mission and build on our AI, which is taking advantage of a cutting-edge space in machine learning untapped until Sanas."
Sharath, Cofounder of Sanas highlights the high individuality of the software – explaining that it can only be used by an individual speaker, thus allowing them to control their voice, and only their voice on their sole command. The local-run software also allows for 800+ communication app capability and enterprise-grade data security. Sanas describes that there are many different reasons why one would want to manipulate their accent – beta users describe everything from fluency in foreign language, higher connection to their roots, bias elimination or simply for fun.
"We are excited to invest in our strategic partnership with Sanas and leverage their powerful linguistic translation capabilities to provide the very best CX outcomes possible in real time, at scale and without barriers, regardless of native accents and dialects," said Andy Lee, Founder and Executive Chairman of Alorica, a trusted global leader in digital customer experience (CX) solutions. "Alorica is constantly developing and investing in cutting-edge technologies that empower our 100,000 employees worldwide to deliver exceptional experiences on behalf of our clients."
One key initiative with the fresh funds is to open an Indian headquarters, bolstering Sanas' global reach and tapping a wealth of developer talent. The office will be led by demand generation and international expansion expert, Ashish Kanoongo. With the majority of the world's call centers and many R&D centers being located in the Asia-Pacific region, the company's innovative accent-translation technology will propel the wider telecom industry into the future, drastically improving how effectively global teams, contact centers, and more interact on a day-to-day basis.
A portion of the round is earmarked for talent acquisition to further R&D efforts and add to the growing team of AI and technology all-stars assembling at the company, which include recent additions Sharath Keshava Narayana as co-founder and COO, Marty (Massih) Sarim as president, Pavan Karnam as vice president of data and analytics and Dr. BalaKrishna Kolluru as vice president of engineering. These executives are among the key hires that have expanded Sanas' team by 300% in Q2 2022 alone.
As part of the round, Ganesh Bell, managing director of Insight Partners will join the board, bringing with him over 25 years of experience building and operating startups, high-growth scaleups and global conglomerates such as General Electric, SAP, PeopleSoft and J.D. Edwards. Also joining the board is industry stalwart and accented founding member Ram Gupta, who has experience working with teams that have created market capitalization of over $15B, including participating in three IPOs and nine acquisitions. Ram has held board positions across many forward-thinking technology companies including Postman Inc., Nexus Venture Partners, ThinkGeek and Neeyamo, and has worked for massive global names such as IBM and WebMD.
"Insight Partners is thrilled to deepen its relationship with Sanas on such cutting-edge and transformative technology," said Bell. "As the company comes out of its stealth phase, I look forward to working with this immensely talented and passionate team to build a product that will, among many things, help eliminate the unfortunate biases and discrimination experienced by those who speak English as a second language, which includes many of Sanas' employees."
Launched in August 2021, Sanas has already captured the attention of the Fortune 500, including welcoming Assurant as one of the company's first enterprise customers.
"Sanas' real-time speech engine has the potential to disrupt and revolutionize communication," said Assurant Chief Strategy and Risk Officer Bob Lonergan. "As a global Fortune 500 company that currently serves 15 of the 50 most valuable global brands and with more than 300 million end customers, Assurant is making significant digital investments to differentiate our customer experience. Part of these investments include strategic funding and support of disrupters within connectivity, digitalization and AI automation. That's why creating a value-added partnership with Sanas is a great fit."
About Sanas
Sanas was established by three Stanford students coming out of the renowned Stanford Artificial Intelligence Lab (SAIL) with the aim of increasing individual choice when it comes to the form people speak a native or foreign language powered by real-time accent translation. Headquartered in Palo Alto, Calif., Sanas' members and advisors include some of the top speech machine learning scientists in the world. For more information, visit sanas.ai.
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Prez poll: Patnaik urges all Odisha MLAs to support Murmu
BJD president and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday appealed to all members of the Odisha Assembly to support NDA candidate Draupadi Murmu in the upcoming Presidential election, describing her as the daughter of the state.
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BJD president and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday appealed to all members of the Odisha Assembly to support NDA candidate Draupadi Murmu in the upcoming Presidential election, describing her as the daughter of the state. His appeal came a day after the BJP-led NDA announced Murmu's name as its Presidential candidate for the July 18 poll. Patnaik, who is currently on a tour to Italy, tweeted: "Appeal all the members of Odisha Legislative Assembly, cutting across the party lines, to extend unanimous support to elect the daughter of #Odisha- Smt #DraupadiMurmu to the country's highest office." The ruling BJD has 114 MLAs in the House of 147 members in the Assembly while the BJP has 22 lawmakers followed by nine of the Congress and one of the CPI(M). There is an Independent member too. Patnaik on Tuesday expressed happiness over the nomination of Murmu as the NDA's presidential nominee. He said it was a proud moment for the people of the state.
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Bailey Enterprises Holding will offer small businesses expanded offerings.
TAMPA , June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles Bailey, owner of The Bailey Group, Tampa, has launched a new insurance company that will offer an expanded menu of insurance and HR services to small business owners nationwide. The new firm, Bailey Enterprises Holding, Inc. (BEH), is an insurance company licensed in Florida that will build on Bailey's well-earned reputation as the nation's leading provider of business owner's life insurance required for SBA Loans.
"I'm proud of the work we've done up until now and the company that we've built," Bailey said. "Our technology changed the way commercial lenders issue SBA loans by making it easy for their borrowers to get the life insurance coverage they need and for lenders to have regular reports on their borrowers' coverage. Now, we will expand our offerings to be a more complete partner for both small businesses and the financial institutions that serve them."
Bailey says the new company builds on the trust that The Bailey Group has earned from its national client base and will enable him to bring them additional resources and access to organizations that will allow them to grow and protect their businesses and retain their best talent. BEH will provide services through its own portfolio of companies, other companies it acquires and through strategic partnerships.
Brier Grieves Insurance (BGI) will be the first agency to strategically partner with the new insurance company. BGI is a family-owned business that has been successfully operating for 30 years that provides all business Property & Casualty insurance offerings required for approval of a new SBA loan. The company offers General Liability, Business Property, Business Interruption, Hazard, and Workers Compensation insurance, all of which are now available through BEH. They are licensed in over forty states and serve clients on a national basis.
In the near future, BEH will make available to small business owners a number of HR outsourcing and administrative services, including human resources, employee benefits, payroll, and workers' compensation administration. The company is currently in discussions with Best in Breed providers to become strategic partners.
"The goal is to provide a one-stop shop for small to medium-sized enterprises and the financial institutions that serve them," Bailey said. "Dealing with multiple vendors to protect and operate their enterprises is not efficient. Finding a trusted partner can be difficult and time consuming. The industry already knows my company. Commercial lenders want to streamline their new loan origination process by referring their clients to a trusted partner for all of the coverage required to qualify for a new loan. We are now in a position to offer this to them."
For more information about the new company or its products, email info@baileyenterprisesholding.com andhttps://baileyenterprisesholding.com/
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Charles Bailey has been a professional in the Financial Services industry since 1996. In 2003, Bailey saw a need for a new business model that would expedite the process of acquiring life insurance for business owners obtaining SBA loans. He created The Bailey Group as a company that leverages its relationships with banking leaders to offer life insurance with fast approvals, superior service, and competitive rates for business owners nationwide. He originally began his career with Mutual of New York, and subsequently moved his business in 2005 to his current broker-dealer which is now Equitable Advisors. Find out more at https://www.thebaileygp.com.
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'Pained' by Handore's defeat in MLC polls, Cong functionary resigns as MPCC vice president
Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee MPCC vice president Kishore Gajbhiye on Wednesday resigned from the post saying he was anguished over the defeat of party leader Chandrakant Handore in the recently held state Legislative Council elections.
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Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) vice president Kishore Gajbhiye on Wednesday resigned from the post saying he was ''anguished'' over the defeat of party leader Chandrakant Handore in the recently held state Legislative Council elections. In his resignation letter submitted to MPCC chief Nana Patole, he said the defeat of Handore is ''shocking and a serious issue'' for the party.
Handore, a former Maharashtra minister and Dalit leader, lost the election to the Upper House of the state legislature held on Monday. He was fielded by the Congress. Ten Council seats were up for grabs and 11 candidates were in the fray for the elections. In a setback for the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, the opposition BJP won all five seats it contested. Two candidates each of MVA allies Shiv Sena and NCP, including former BJP leader Eknath Khadse, also won. While Congress nominee Bhai Jagtap won, Handore could not make it to the finishing line.
Gajbhiye said Handore is not only a senior and experienced Congress leader, but also a leader of Ambedkarites, Dalits and the downtrodden people. ''His loss has spread a wave of anger among the Ambedkarites and the Dalit community. I am personally anguished by his defeat and humbly sending you my resignation from the post of vice president of MPCC. Kindly accept my resignation,'' he said in the letter.
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Strength of Talent Reinforces Company's Commitment to RIAs
OAKS, Pa., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SEI® (NASDAQ: SEIC) today announced its expanded strategic focus on accelerating growth in the registered investment advisor (RIA) market with a full suite of solutions and services, including custody, for RIAs. To lead the efforts for the company's RIA custody business and strategy, SEI hired industry veteran Gabriel Garcia.
Wayne Withrow, Head of SEI's Advisor business said:
"Facing the challenges of a rapidly changing financial services landscape, RIAs need choice with support more than ever to drive growth—choice in business model, choice in technology and investments, and choice in the marketplace. Our dedicated RIA team provides a holistic ecosystem of support, and paired with technology and investment flexibility, we provide the value-added services that result in a truly personalized and connected experience for advisors and their clients to make confident decisions about the future."
Serving the independent advisor market for more than 30 years, SEI's Advisor business supports approximately $29 billion in independent RIA assets in custody through the SEI Private Trust Company* today. SEI's offering for advisors is centered on service, technology-to-custody integration, relationships, and community, including:
- An integrated technology and custody platform, providing RIAs the ability to remove technology complexity by consolidating model management, cash management, billing, performance reporting, and more into a single, unified offering
- An open-architecture investments platform for RIAs to manage their own portfolios, choose from SEI's investment solutions, including mutual fund strategies, ETF strategies, separately managed accounts, or a combination of approaches in a unified managed account framework
- Business consulting and transition services, plus access to a community of peers
- SEI Sphere's cybersecurity offering to help advisors grow and protect their businesses for the future, as well as other resources to aid in ongoing regulatory compliance
Gabriel Garcia recently joined SEI's Advisor business as the Head of RIA Client Experience, Business Development, and Strategy. With more than 20 years' experience in the advisor space, Garcia is focused on helping RIAs develop and grow their practices into enduring firms by designing, developing, and iterating a world-class platform focused on service, technology, and solutions that meet the RIA community's needs. Prior to joining SEI, he held leadership positions at Charles Schwab & Co., BNY Mellon | Pershing, and E*TRADE Advisor Services. Garcia was also Head of Corporate Development for Cresset Capital.
Garcia said:
"We meet our clients where they are, understanding that independent advice has the power to help individual investors achieve and sustain financial freedom. From integrated technology and investment flexibility to custody and business services, we help advisors power wealth, build community, and protect futures—all in a complete experience. We're excited to partner with our clients to understand their unique needs and ultimately be the destination of choice to help them scale their businesses and grow."
*As of March 31, 2022
About SEI®
SEI (NASDAQ:SEIC) delivers technology and investment solutions that connect the financial services industry. With capabilities across investment processing, operations, and asset management, SEI works with corporations, financial institutions and professionals, and ultra-high-net-worth families to solve problems, manage change and help protect assets—for growth today and in the future. As of March 31, 2022, SEI manages, advises, or administers approximately $1.3 trillion in assets. For more information, visit seic.com.
SEI Investment Solutions provided by SEI Investments Management Corporation, a registered investment advisor. Custody services provided by SEI Private Trust Company (SPTC), a federally chartered limited purpose savings association. SIMC and SPTC are wholly owned subsidiaries of SEI Investments Company (SEI).
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Adding Wind Turbines to Solar Projects Reduces Costs and Energy Storage Needs in a Supply-Constrained Market
AUSTIN, Texas, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Semtive USA Inc. today introduces the Nemoi™ M wind turbine system, a vertical wind solution that radically lowers the cost of renewable energy for homes and commercial entities. Generating clean energy for a highly competitive levelized cost of energy (LCOE) as low as $0.01/kWh, the Nemoi M can be installed as a standalone system or to optimize solar and energy storage as part of a hybrid renewable energy system.
The Nemoi M includes the Trinity Energy Management Interface (EMI), an advanced inverter and energy management solution that easily integrates wind, solar and energy storage resources to take advantage of their natural operating windows and offset load during peak demand times when electricity prices are at their highest.
LCOE is defined as the total cost of an energy system over its useful life, divided by the total energy production. Semtive's estimated LCOE is based on the installed cost of the complete turbine system using average US labor costs for renewable energy installation. Energy production is based on turbine performance in average weather conditions where wind speeds range from 4 to 7 miles per hour.
The Nemoi M solves historical issues with vertical wind turbines related to design, performance, unit cost, maintenance and energy management. Virtually noiseless, the Nemoi is made of durable, aerospace-grade aluminum and operates from a light breeze to high winds. Designed and manufactured in the U.S., the Nemoi M has a rated power capacity of 2400W and includes a comprehensive 20-year warranty.
"We are proud to offer a decentralized energy solution that will provide access to reliable, affordable clean energy for all," said Ignacio Juarez, CEO of Semtive. "Semtive solutions will help solar installers expand their market with hybrid systems that minimize costs, reduce the need for large roof space, and optimize energy production."
The Nemoi has a simple design and can be installed on concrete pads in less than an hour. Systems have been in development and installed in pilot sites worldwide, including homes, nonprofits and businesses across the U.S. as well as Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America.
To learn more about Semtive's ground-breaking products and become a Semtive dealer, go to www.semtive.com/dealers or contact Ken Oatman, Director of Business Development, koatman@semtive.com.
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Key CPC Congress, expected to confer a rare third term for President Xi, to be held in second half of 2022
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President Xi Jinping on Wednesday announced that the 20th Congress of the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC) will be held in the 2nd half of this year --- a high-profile party event during which he is widely expected to be conferred an unprecedented third term.
The 20th National Congress of the CPC will be held in the second half of this year to draw China's development blueprint in the next stage, Xi said, while addressing the BRICS Business Forum via video link, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.
Xi who turned 69 on June 15, is widely expected to continue in power for the rare third term, perhaps for life, defying the 68-year retirement age rule followed by his predecessors.
The official retirement age for Chinese leaders is 68 or two five-year tenures at the helm.
His number two leader, Premier Li Keqiang, who will turn 67 on July 1, has already announced retirement after completing his 10-year tenure this year.
Described as the "core" leader of the party like the party founded by Mao Zedong, Xi, heading the CPC, the powerful military and the Presidency is widely expected to get endorsed by the key once-in-a-five-year-Congress.
The CPC Party Congress was due to be held in October, but based on Xi's announcement on Wednesday, it is expected to take place any time soon.
Xi's third term was regarded as a foregone conclusion after China's national legislature, the National People's Congress (NPC) removed the two-term limit for President through a key constitutional amendment in 2018.
Since then, he was widely expected to remain in power for life as the party has already made him a "core" leader like Mao who had remained the head of the party and the country till his death in 1976.
His predecessors Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao, retired after two five-year terms.
Since he took over the party leadership towards the end of 2012, Xi quickly consolidated his power with his massive anti-corruption campaign in which over a million officials, including the powerful military and party officials, were punished.
His core leader status also ended the collective leadership principle advocated by Deng Xiaoping, regarded as China's paramount leader to avert the pitfalls of the Mao era of one-leader dominance of the party.
As Xi's second tenure draws to a close, a key meeting of the CPC Plenum last year reinforced his special status with a historic resolution at the party's Plenum meeting.
The high-profile conclave adopted a landmark resolution of CPC's major achievements in the last 100 years and at the same time, cleared the decks for a record third term for Xi in 2022.
Xi, known as a 'princeling' as he was the son of former vice-premier Xi Zhongxun who was persecuted by Mao for his liberal views, rose through the ranks steadily, becoming Vice-President under the previous President Hu Jintao.
While Xi had the image of a sedate leader in his previous postings, he transformed himself into the most ambitious and powerful leader soon after he took over the leadership of the party in 2012, immediately followed by the Presidency and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), the overall high command of the two million-strong Chinese military.
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ADDITION OF PHASE 3 INCREASES TOTAL MINERAL RESOURCE
Substantial increase in estimated mineral resources strengthens the position of Sigma Lithium's Grota do Cirilo Project (the "Project") as the largest and highest quality hard rock environmentally and socially sustainable battery grade lithium ("Battery Grade Sustainable Lithium") mineral deposit in the Americas and among the largest in the world.
- Sigma Lithium's competitive advantage of high grade and high purity lithium is further enhanced by incremental Phase 3 deposit estimate of 26.8 Mt at 1.49% high purity lithium oxide (Li2O)
- The addition of Phase 3 further increases the potential production profile of Battery Grade Sustainable Lithium for the growing global electric vehicle markets.
- Phase 3 Preliminary Economic Assessment ("Phase 3 PEA") planned to be completed in the summer of 2022.
PHASE 1 CONSTRUCTION STATUS
- Phase 1 construction remains on schedule and on budget for commissioning to commence in December 2022 and to be completed during the first quarter of 2023.
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- A comprehensive construction update is planned in the coming weeks.
- The following key work-streams of civil engineering are currently underway:
VANCOUVER, BC, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SIGMA Lithium Corporation ("Sigma Lithium" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SGML, TSXV: SGML), dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicles with environmentally and socially sustainable high-purity lithium, is pleased to announce an approximate 50% increase of its total estimated mineral resource to 85.7 million tonnes (from previous 58.9 million tonnes), further demonstrating the robust scale of the Project.
The Company completed an NI 43-101 mineral audit by SGS Geological Services ("SGS") at its Phase 3 NDC deposit ("Phase 3 Deposit") of the Project with 26.8 million tonnes of high grade 1.49% lithium oxide. NDC is an "open pit" deposit located close to the Project's Phase 2 feasibility study stage Barreiro deposit.
The Phase 3 mineral resource estimate of 26.8 Mt is comprised of:
- 23.3 Mt of Measured and Indicated mineral resources grading at 1.49% Li2O; and
- 3.5 Mt of Inferred mineral resources grading at 1.48% Li2O.
"We are delighted to announce this substantial increase in the Company's estimated mineral resource as a result of Phase 3, solidifying the Project's significant scale as the largest mineral lithium project in the Americas. This 50% increase of its mineral resource underscores its robust organic growth profile. We have been advancing our construction of the Phase 1 operation at a rapid pace and remain focused on delivering Battery Grade Sustainable Lithium following the commissioning of our Greentech plant at the end of 2022. Phase 1 Plant construction continues to advance on schedule and on budget, with civil engineering under way and construction of key infrastructure items continuing in June", says Calvyn Gardner, Co-CEO of Sigma Lithium.
Ana Cabral-Gardner, co-CEO of Sigma Lithium adds: "More importantly the high quality of the Phase 3 mineral resource might potentially enable Sigma Lithium to maintain high production yields utilizing a similar environmentally sustainable Greentech plant to the one currently in construction for Phase 1, while continuing to increase our production profile to help enable the electric vehicle revolution and broader energy transition. The scale of Sigma Lithium's total mineral resources further highlights the Company's strategic relevance."
PHASE 3 MINERAL RESOURCE NI 43-101
The Phase 3 mineral resource estimate is based on 18,483 m of drilling completed during the final quarter of 2021 and first quarter of 2022. Additional drilling is expected to be completed at NDC in 2022 to conclude the pre-feasibility study and pursue the conversion of Measured & Indicated mineral resources into Proven & Probable mineral reserves and further increase the mineral resource estimate. NDC remains open to the north, south and at depth with the deepest drill hole reaching 350 m.
The NDC pegmatite is hosted in a biotite-quartz schist (similar to the Phase 2 Barreiro deposit) with a strike length of 1,600 m at a width of 200 m and thickness between 15 to 30 m.
A Phase 3 PEA is expected to be completed during the summer of 2022 to further evaluate the potential for a Phase 3 of production in addition to the 531,000 tpa (72,200 tpa LCE) of Battery Grade Sustainable Lithium estimated in the Phase 1 & 2 technical report announced on May 26, 2022.
Refer to Table 1 and 2 below for a breakdown of the maiden NDC mineral resource estimate and Sigma Lithium's updated consolidated Project mineral resource estimate. On top of the NDC mineral resource, the combined table includes the 2019 mineral resource estimates of Xuxa, Lavra do Meio and Murial having an effective date on January 10, 2019 and the 2021 Barreiro mineral resource estimate having an effective date of June 2, 2021. The mineral resource estimates detail can be found in the most recent technical report posted on SEDAR on May 25th, 2022.
The technical report for the Phase 3 mineral resource estimate will be filed on SEDAR and EDGAR (and will be available at www.sigmalithiumresources.com) within 45 days of this news release. Readers are encouraged to read the technical report in its entirety, including all qualifications and assumptions related to the Phase 3 mineral resource estimate announced in this news release.
Table 1: Phase 3 Mineral Resources
Table 2: Updated Consolidated Project Mineral Resources
QUALIFIED PERSONS
The technical and scientific information related to geology and mineral resource estimates in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Marc-Antoine Laporte P.Geo., M.Sc., of SGS. Mr. Laporte is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 and is independent of Sigma Lithium.
The mineral reserve estimates in this news release have been reviewed and approved by Porfirio Cabaleiro Rodriguez P.Eng, Mining Engineer of Ge21 Consultoria Mineral Brazil. Mr. Rodriguez is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 and is independent of Sigma Lithium.
ABOUT SIGMA LITHIUM CORPORATION
Sigma Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: SGML, TSXV: SGML) is a Canadian company dedicated to powering the next generation of electric vehicle batteries with environmentally sustainable and high-purity lithium.
Sigma Lithium is currently in construction at its wholly owned Grota do Cirilo Project in Brazil, which includes a state-of-the-art, green-tech processing plant that uses 100% renewable energy, 100% recycled water and 100% dry-stack tailings. The project also represents one of the largest and highest-grade hard rock lithium spodumene deposits in the Americas. Since inception, Sigma has devoted itself to strong ESG practices, from its ongoing support of local communities to its goal of achieving net zero by 2024. For more information about Sigma Lithium, visit https://www.sigmalithiumresources.com/
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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This news release includes certain "forward-looking information" under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities legislation, including but not limited to statements relating to timing and costs related to the commissioning of the Phase 1 Plant, production, mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates (including assumptions and estimates used in preparing the mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates), the general business and operational outlook of the Company, and other forward-looking information. All statements that address future plans, activities, events, estimates, expectations or developments that the Company believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur is forward-looking information, including statements regarding the potential development of mineral resources and mineral reserves which may or may not occur. Forward-looking information contained herein is based on certain assumptions regarding, among other things: general economic and political conditions; the stable and supportive legislative, regulatory and community environment in the jurisdictions where the Company operates; anticipated trends and effects in respect of the COVID-19 pandemic and post-pandemic; the military conflict in Ukraine and related sanctions; demand for lithium, including that such demand is supported by growth in the electric vehicle market; the Company's market position and future financial and operating performance; the Company's estimates of mineral resources and mineral reserves, including whether mineral resources will ever be developed into mineral reserves; and the Company's ability to develop and achieve production at its mineral projects. Although management believes that the assumptions and expectations reflected in the forward-looking information are reasonable, there can be no assurance that these assumptions and expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking information inherently involves and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to that the Company may not develop its mineral projects into a commercial mining operation; the market prices for lithium may not remain at current levels; and the market for electric vehicles and other large format batteries currently has limited market share and no assurances can be given for the rate at which this market will develop, if at all, which could affect the success of the Company and its ability to develop lithium operations. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For more information on the risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ from current expectations, please refer to the current annual information form of the Company and other public filings available under the Company's profile at www.sedar.com.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
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Delhi: Stage set for Rajinder Nagar bypoll; both AAP, BJP exude confidence
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The stage is set for the Rajinder Nagar bypoll in Delhi on Thursday, largely being seen as a battle between a confident AAP and a spirited BJP for the crucial Assembly constituency where water shortage and the city government's liquor policy are among the key election issues.
A total of 1,64,698 voters are eligible to exercise their franchise in the bypoll, in which 14 candidates are in the fray. In addition to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress candidates, there are three others from unrecognised parties and eight Independent nominees.
The campaigning for the bypoll ended on Tuesday evening. The AAP and the BJP reached out to the voters through roadshows and door-to-door campaigns and claimed victory ahead of voting on June 23.
From setting up specialised polling stations, including an all-women one, to deployment of security personnel and running awareness campaigns, the Delhi CEO office has made all preparations to ensure that the bypoll is held in an inclusive, accessible and fair manner.
Six companies of CAPF (Central Armed Police Forces) personnel have been deployed for the bypoll and 1,000 poll personnel will be on duty on Thursday, officials said.
On the eve of the bypoll, Delhi Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Ranbir Singh appealed to the voters to cast their votes on polling day. He also urged them to set an example before the country by ''registering the highest-ever voter turnout in the constituency''.
In the 2020 polls, the voter turnout in Rajinder Nagar was 58.27 per cent -- 58.09 per cent male voters and 58.5 per cent female voters. At 14 polling stations, the voter turnout was less than 50 per cent. This time, a special on-the-ground campaign will be run at 50 polling stations where the turnout was low the last time, the CEO had earlier said.
Selfie kiosks have been set up at the polling booths. Voters can take selfies and post those on social media to encourage others to come out and exercise their franchise, the CEO's office said in a statement.
Singh had visited the office of the returning officer (RO) of the constituency on Tuesday to take stock of the preparations for the bypoll.
The CEO also emphasised that all related measures to contain COVID-19 such as use of face masks, gloves, thermal scanners and social-distancing markings have to be implemented properly.
Preparations were underway on Tuesday evening for 100 per cent webcasting of the poll proceedings in view of the Covid pandemic.
A model polling station has been set up at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in Pusa. It is an eco-friendly polling station with all green material being used.
A critical polling booth is located at Dasghara and an all-women polling station has been set up at the DI Khan Bharti Sabha Senior Secondary School in New Rajinder Nagar. This polling station will have only women polling personnel and the security personnel will also be women, advocating women empowerment and inclusiveness, a senior official said.
Singh on Tuesday had also visited a polling station at the Nigam Pratibha Vidyalaya in R-Block, New Rajinder Nagar, where the staff are differently-abled, and appreciated the well-maintained facility.
The AAP claimed on Tuesday that it will record a ''historic victory'' in the bypoll and inflict a crushing defeat on the BJP.
Delhi BJP chief Adesh Gupta on Tuesday said, ''My experience from two weeks of extensive campaigning is that people are fed up with the neglect of Rajinder Nagar by the last two AAP MLAs and have made up their mind to vote for the BJP.'' According to the residents of the area, the AAP government's liquor policy and water shortage are among the main issues in the bypoll, which was necessitated as AAP's Raghav Chadha vacated the Rajinder Nagar Assembly seat after being elected to the Rajya Sabha from Punjab.
Both the AAP and the BJP have exuded confidence that their candidates will emerge victorious in the bypoll with a huge margin.
In the posters put up by the two parties, the AAP's slogan is ''Kejriwal ki sarkar, Kejriwal ka vidhayak'', while the saffron party has been highlighting that its nominee Rajesh Bhatia, being a local resident, can serve the people of the area better and has coined the slogan ''sthaniya voter ko chahiye sthaniya vidhayak'' (the locals want a local MLA).
Bhatia has reiterated his resolve to serve the people of the area and make the constituency the best in Delhi within a year.
The CEO's office has been monitoring poll code violations and making all preparations to ensure that the bypoll is inclusive, accessible and fair, Singh had said earlier.
Of the eligible voters, 92,221 are men, 72,473 women and four belong to the third gender, he had said.
Also, 1,899 voters are in the 18-19 age group, the CEO had informed.
The number of eligible voters in Rajinder Nagar has gone down as compared to the 2020 Assembly polls as death and migration have been factored in.
A total of 190 polling stations, including 13 auxiliary ones, have been set up at 21 locations, equipped with all necessary facilities and amenities for differently-abled people too such as ramps and drinking water, besides creches for mothers if they come to vote with their children.
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– Leading voice AI startup expands global footprint, offering revolutionary customer experience solution to U.S. –
NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Skit.ai, the leading voice AI SaaS company, today established U.S. headquarters in New York City to expand its global footprint. Skit.ai has been building its U.S. presence over the last year, following a Series B funding round, to integrate its conversational voice AI solution with contact centers in an effort to enhance efficiency and elevate the customer experience. The Skit Augmented Voice Intelligence Platform shifts the traditional contact center experience by creating more meaningful and human-feeling inbound and outbound conversations that address the customer's needs quickly and painlessly.
"Contact centers are experiencing a rapid influx of calls, especially in the post-pandemic environment, and many are struggling to maintain a quality level of customer service in the face of this crisis. That's why organizations need an effective voice AI solution like Skit that imitates natural and accurate voice conversations, ultimately bolstering customer satisfaction and loyalty," said Sourabh Gupta, co-founder and CEO of Skit.ai. "Our rapid global growth has provided us the expertise and abilities necessary to continue expanding into new markets and industries at a methodical, yet fast, pace thanks in large part to our new and improved tools that help companies better serve their customers."
Skit's Augmented Voice Intelligence Platform uses advanced spoken language understanding systems, speech-first behavioral modeling, natural and fluent response production systems, and domain-specific AI to have effortless conversations via conversational voice AI. The Digital Voice Agent has the ability to hyper-personalize interactions to deliver fast and reliable solutions for customers, and has multilingual capabilities to eliminate frustrations of misunderstandings or inabilities to effectively communicate.
Skit.ai has worked with some of the largest brands in India in its 5+ years of operations, learning and problem-solving contact center roadblocks across a variety of industries including insurance, banking, finance, retail and e-commerce, among others. Whether it was frustrated customers, a lack of automated technology, faulty AI bots or minimal agent productivity, Skit's conversational voice AI solution contributed up to a 40% reduction in average call handle time, leading to a 50% reduction in companies' operational costs.
"We're continually listening to our customers, conducting market research and making enhancements to our artificial intelligence system to deliver a best-in-class solution that helps contact center agents offer modernized and reliable customer service, leaving a lasting impression and positive satisfaction rate for their company. We look forward to expanding our U.S. customer base and building new relationships to help elevate the customer experience, optimize costs, maximize operational efficiency and increase company revenue," added Gupta.
U.S. companies that wish to deploy Skit's conversational voice AI platform can visit Skit.ai for more information.
About Skit.ai
Skit.ai is an industry-leading voice automation SaaS company. Its Augmented Voice Intelligence Platform enables enterprises to automate call center operations at scale. Skit.ai has automated millions of calls for global enterprises across an array of industries, shifting the traditional contact center experience from automated responses to meaningful, human-feeling conversations. The voice AI leader has also been listed in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia start-ups 2021 for its remarkable industry innovation, and was awarded 'Tech Startup of the Year' in Artificial Intelligence 2021 by Entrepreneur India, further underscoring its market dominance and unparalleled expertise. Skit.ai is headquartered in New York City, NY, and Bengaluru, India. Learn more at Skit.ai.
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France opens investigation into rape allegations against minister Zacharopoulou
The Paris public prosecutor's office said on Wednesday it had opened an investigation into allegations of rape against French Secretary of State for Development and the Francophonie, Chrysoula Zacharopoulou, after two complaints had been received. A first complaint for rape was submitted on May 25, which led to the opening of the investigation on May 27.
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The Paris public prosecutor's office said on Wednesday it had opened an investigation into allegations of rape against French Secretary of State for Development and the Francophonie, Chrysoula Zacharopoulou after two complaints had been received.
The first complaint for rape was submitted on May 25, which led to the opening of the investigation on May 27. A second complaint was filed on June 16, the prosecutor's office said. Officials at the minister's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Zacharopoulou, a trained physician, previously worked as a gynaecologist before moving to politics. French media earlier reported the complaints were linked to her professional activity. Another newly appointed minister, Damien Abad, Minister for Solidarity and the Disabled, already faces mounting pressure over rape accusations made by two women.
Abad has denied the allegations and said he has no intention of resigning from the government. The investigation adds further pressure on President Emmanuel Macron's government after this weekend's election setback in parliament.
Voters on Sunday delivered what is for France a rare hung parliament, with Macron's centrist alliance 44 seats short of an absolute majority, and the far right and a broad leftwing alliance battling to be the main opposition force, while the conservatives could be kingmakers.
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UFC fighter Michael Chandler will demonstrate the ultimate strength training & recovery regimen at the IHRSA Convention
CHICAGO, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Speede Fitness, a Chicago-area strength training startup that is launching a revolutionary connected fitness machine in fall 2022, has announced a partnership with Hyperice to create a unique, cross-booth trade show experience at the IHRSA Convention in Miami Beach from June 23-24. Speede Pro Athlete and equity holder Michael Chandler will train on the machine's Nemesis Mode—which offers intense isokinetic training—then immediately recover with state-of-the-art tools by Hyperice, including the Hypervolt and Normatec systems.
"With Speede's efficient and effective training modes, your muscles reach a fatigued state in a fraction of the time compared to traditional workouts," said Dan Mooney, Co-Founder of Speede. "After completing just five reps on the machine, even professional athletes like Michael Chandler are ready to rest and recover. We invite all IHRSA attendees to watch Mike's intense workout at our booth and then head to the Hyperice booth to see his recovery regimen in action."
Speede's new machine, the Speede Challenger, is the first connected fitness machine to combine isotonic, isokinetic, and max eccentric training for a challenging workout that leads to faster strength gains. Speede has earned praise from athletes across major sports leagues, including Justin Fields, Cole Kmet and Jaylon Johnson from the Chicago Bears, Justin Simmons from the Denver Broncos, Marquez Valdes-Scantling from the Kansas City Chiefs, Mason Plumlee from the Charlotte Hornets, professional soccer player Lauren Sesselmann, and 2x NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, all of whom have become equity holders in the company.
"Just as Speede is a breakthrough in strength training, Hyperice products push the boundaries of innovation to better serve athletes everywhere," said Michaela Raagas, Manager of Digital Fitness & Education at Hyperice. "Whether you need to relieve tension, unlock sore muscles, or prime your mind and body to perform your best, Hyperice can help you do what you love to do—more. We look forward to showing our IHRSA guests how to move better, live better and be better."
The Speede and Hyperice experience with Michael Chandler begins at 3:00 pm on Thursday, June 23 at the Speede booth, Booth #1807. Guests can also stop by the Speede or Hyperice booths throughout the show to be entered to win a Speede Challenger machine plus Hyperice gear.
"With the pairing of Speede and Hyperice, you can train smarter and recover faster," said Greg Tepas, Co-Founder of Speede. "If you're an athlete, a high performer, or just someone who cares about their health and wellness, you owe it to yourself to visit Speede and Hyperice at the IHRSA Convention and discover the future of training and recovery."
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