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DALLAS — The family of a man fatally shot by Dallas police last summer have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the officers, the Dallas Police Department and the City of Dallas.
Dail's family argues the officers used excessive and illegal force against the man, 30-year-old Kyle Dail, resulting in his wrongful death.
“DPD violated a host of provisions that led to Kyle’s death," the family's attorney, Justin Moore, said in a statement. "On top of that, they deployed officers who were woefully undertrained to participate in this type of police practice."
Moore said it's unfortunate DPD has avoided holding themselves and the involved officers accountable for what happened to Dail.
"This Civil Rights lawsuit is an attempt made by Kyle’s family to find the justice that the City of Dallas and Dallas County have avoided aiding in retrieving, even though it is what the Dail family is owed," Moore concluded in the statement.
The officers being sued in the case are Thomas Hoffman, Noah Hemm and Michael Piering.
Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia said at the time of the shooting that an undercover officer saw the 30-year-old making multiple hand-to-hand drug sales. Garcia said the officer followed Dail, who took off in a Nissan Versa.
The officer, Garcia said, saw a traffic violation and tried to stop the vehicle, but the driver didn't stop.
Later that night, Dail returned to the gas station, where an officer recognized him as the suspect who refused to stop for police, according to Garcia.
Officers approached Dail from behind and attempted to arrest him. The suit states surveillance footage shows the officers approaching Dail from behind, and fail to announce themselves to him.
"What is shown on camera is Kyle at the back of the convenience store getting a soft drink and putting a shirt on, while not posing a threat to anyone," the suit reads. "As Kyle was pulling the shirt over his head, he was in a defenseless position. This was when the three defendants accosted Kyle."
The suit states Dail was clearly startled when the officers grabbed him and that they continued to ram his head into a soft drink dispenser and spray him with MACE. It further details that Dail attempted to comply with the officers' commands, but that one of them began punching him needlessly.
"Kyle continued to verbalize his wish for the defendants to allow him to comply, but the officers only escalated tensions further," the suit states.
The suit states security footage shows Dail throw a gun from his pocket out of frame of the camera as the struggle continued. After it was tossed, the suit adds you can hear an officer yell "gun" on camera.
"[A]fter the firearm was tossed several seconds pass and then you see Kyle be shot while he was unarmed," the suit reads. "It was ultimately determined that the officer who shot Kyle was Defendant officer Hoffman. None of the other officers pulled their firearms and fired at Kyle."
Dail died the next day.
The suit states each of the three officers had less than five years of service at the time of the shooting. Each had completed a combine 10,723 hours of training at the time, only four of which were committed to training for racial profiling, another four were committed to anti-bias training, three were committed to implicit bias training and 28 were committed to learning de-escalation techniques.
"By using deadly and excessive force described in this petition when it was not objectively reasonable to do so, Defendants Hemm, Hoffman, and Piering deprived Kyle Dail of his constitutionally protected right of life and liberty without due process of law," the suit argues.
The suit is asking for relief in the form of compensatory, special and punitive damages and declaratory relief that the defendants violated Dail's rights under the Constitution.
WFAA reached out to the Dallas Police Department for comment, but DPD Public Information Officer Snr. Cpl. Brian Martinez said the department does not comment on pending litigation.
"The SIU investigation has been sent to the District Attorney’s Office," Martinez stated. "The IAD investigation is suspended pending the outcome of the Grand Jury." | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/kyle-dail-family-suing-dpd-city-dallas-over-fatal-shooting-last-summer/287-f18f6e87-f63a-4fe7-a4ff-e23cefde1279 | 2023-02-22 06:34:55 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/kyle-dail-family-suing-dpd-city-dallas-over-fatal-shooting-last-summer/287-f18f6e87-f63a-4fe7-a4ff-e23cefde1279 |
Event Specialists to Provide Premium Concierge Service to Simplify the Search for Business-grade Venues
ATLANTA, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dinova Inc., the authority in business dining, today announced the launch of Dine Assist. The complimentary, premium concierge service for corporate enterprise partners will provide assistance for booking private dining events at high quality restaurants.
"We continue to augment our platform to support the needs of our customers and serve as a time saver for meeting planners," stated Alison Quinn, CEO of Dinova. "With an uptick in corporate dining for meetings, celebrations and holiday events, Dine Assist is launching at the ideal time to further support the needs of our corporate clients."
The new Dine Assist service will provide one-on-one support with a dedicated event specialist to find quality venues that fits specific needs including budget, available dates, tastes, dietary restrictions, and special requests. The concierges are experts in both private dining operations and the Dinova restaurant venues, which include over 21,000 in-network restaurants. The stakes are higher with business dining so the vetted restaurants are sure to meet the needs and achieve a high satisfaction rating.
From a list of several options meeting the specific criteria, the meeting organizers will be introduced to the venue. All booking and contract processes are handled directly from that point.
With more than 500 corporate customers, the Dinova platform is the only dining management tool that allows companies to:
- Gain visibility into company's dining spend
- Achieve T&E savings with the Dinova rebate program
- Incentivize employees to dine in-network, as employees can earn perks for themselves
- Onboard employees with ease no software or technology to learn, program onboarding is simple and user friendly
And now, reserve the best, high quality venue option with Dine Assist. Find more information about the program www.dinova.com/dine-assist.
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HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Poor track conditions that should have been flagged by a freight railroad company’s inspectors caused the derailment of an Amtrak train in Montana that killed three people and injured 49 others in 2021, federal investigators said Thursday in a final report.
The severity of the injuries were made worse by the Amtrak train’s lack of seatbelts and windows that weren’t strong enough to keep passengers from being ejected when the train derailed, the National Transportation Safety Board found.
Amtrak’s Empire Builder derailed Sept. 25, 2021, in northern Montana while it was en route from Chicago to Seattle and Portland, Oregon, with 165 people on board, including its crew. It was traveling on tracks owned by BNSF Railway.
Six people were ejected from the train’s observation car, which has larger windows and was one of three cars that ended up on its side. One person who had been riding in the observation car died, as did two people who were in the vestibule between the observation car and the car behind it, the NTSB said.
Had the combination of wear and damage to the railroad track been noticed by BNSF Railway inspectors, the railroad would have been able to address the issue before the derailment occurred, the report found. Investigators also found that a train inspector’s workload likely prevented him from doing a timely walking inspection of the area before the derailment.
That inspector had worked an average of 13 hours a day in the four weeks prior to the incident, and the last walking inspection of the area had been done two years before the derailment, the report found.
The inspector had noticed problems with the joints on the tracks during a riding inspection two days before the derailment, but he and a manager didn’t stop to check out the joints. BNSF had also ordered trains to go no faster than 50 mph in that area seven times in the two months before the derailment — a period in which it was replacing railroad ties.
The poor track conditions included a worn rail, vertical track deflection, misalignment and instability in the rail bed, the report found. The NTSB said BNSF’s lack of action indicated “a shortcoming in its safety culture.”
“This tragedy is a powerful reminder that there’s no substitute for robust track inspection practices, which can prevent derailments by identifying track conditions that may deteriorate over time,” said NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy.
BNSF railroad spokesperson Lena Kent defended the company’s inspection record and touted its use of advanced technology that alerts personnel to dangerous track conditions.
“We are committed to timely maintenance, repair and replacement whenever issues or potential issues are detected,” Kent said in an emailed statement.
Marc Magliari, a spokesperson for Amtrak, said in a statement that “Amtrak appreciates the opportunity to participate in the investigation and we will review the recommendations. Amtrak will continue to work with all stakeholders to improve rail safety for the traveling public.”
Kristofer Riddle, an attorney for four passengers who were on the train, said he was unsurprised by the report’s findings because damaged tracks are well-known safety concerns.
What continues to outrage him, he said, is that the same safety concerns arise after passenger train accidents without any changes. One of his clients, Justin Ruddell, was in a train car restroom when it derailed near the small town of Joplin, whipping the door open and pouring dirt and gravel atop him as he clung for dear life.
“The thing here that’s particularly egregious is this is the story that you hear after derailments time and time again,” Riddle said.
Railroad safety expert Dave Clarke, a former director of the Center for Transportation Research at the University of Tennessee, said it probably wasn’t practical for the inspector to regularly walk the track because he had such a large area to cover each day, but that walking inspections aren’t typically done all that often.
Also, it would have been hard for the inspector to identify that this combination of problems might cause a derailment because none of these issues were severe enough to be considered a defect by the Federal Railroad Administration, which regulates railroad safety. He said it would have been a judgment call for the inspector to say this combination of factors was dangerous.
“If you’ve got 50 or 60 miles to cover in a day, you’re not going to walk the track other than in specific spots where you need to cover something,” Clarke said.
Investigators also found that if a locomotive equipped with an automated vehicle-track interaction monitoring system had traveled over the area, it might have detected the deteriorating track conditions and BNSF would have had an opportunity to make repairs, or at least issue a warning to train crews to travel slowly through the area. The NTSB is recommending that all trains be equipped with that technology.
Thursday’s finding follows what was revealed earlier this year in the agency’s investigative documents. Investigators identified a deteriorating track based on video footage from three eastbound trains, including another Amtrak train, that traveled through the area in the hours before the westbound Amtrak train’s derailment.
The problem got worse as the trains traveled over the area before the crash, the report said.
An image from video captured by the derailed train showed a nearly 3-inch (23-centimeter) misalignment in the rails, the report said.
Killed in the accident were Margie and Don Varnadoe, a Georgia couple on a cross-country trip to mark their 50th wedding anniversary, and Zachariah Schneider, 28, a software developer from Illinois.
Families of those who were killed and injured passengers have filed lawsuits against BSNF and against Amtrak.
BNSF is owned by Warren Buffett’s Omaha, Nebraska-based Berkshire Hathaway conglomerate.
Railroad unions have expressed concerns that the lean operating model all the major freight railroads have adopted has made railroads riskier because employees are spread so thin and some workers have to take care of such large territories that it’s hard to keep up with preventative maintenance.
The railroads have defended their practices and don’t believe they have sacrificed safety when they streamlined operations.
Railroad safety has become a hot topic this year in the wake of a fiery Ohio derailment in February and several other crashes that prompted regulators and members of Congress to propose a series of reforms.
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This story has been updated to correct spelling of Margie and Don Varnadoe, not Varnado.
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Metz reported from Salt Lake City. Associated Press writer Josh Funk contributed to this report from Omaha, Nebraska. | https://www.wfla.com/business/ap-business/ap-investigators-say-poor-track-conditions-caused-a-2021-amtrak-derailment-in-montana-that-killed-three/ | 2023-07-28 16:39:55 | 0 | https://www.wfla.com/business/ap-business/ap-investigators-say-poor-track-conditions-caused-a-2021-amtrak-derailment-in-montana-that-killed-three/ |
Timken Co. third quarter revenue up, but profits flat; raises year-end outlook
JACKSON TWP. – Timken Co. reported higher revenue for the third quarter, but profits remained flat compared with the previous year because of higher operating cost and higher taxes.
The company expects to end the year with increased revenue and improved earnings per share. Timken also is in the process of selling its Aerospace Drive Systems business based in Manchester, Connecticut.
More:Timken Co. plans to buy GGB Bearing, expand bearings business
The company on Wednesday reported a profit of $87 million, or $1.18 per share, for the quarter ended Sept. 30, compared with $88.1 million, $1.14 per share last year. The profit came on net sales of $1.14 billion, a 9.6% gain from $1.04 billion in the 2021 third quarter.
So far this year, Timken profits are $310.2 million, or $4.16 per share, compared with $306.2 million, or $3.97 per share in 2021. Revenue has increased 9.2% to $3.41 billion compared with $3.13 billion last year.
Along with increased costs and taxes, the pending sale of Aerospace Drive Systems affected third quarter results. The company had impairment, restructuring and reorganization costs of $37.5 million during the quarter, with $29 million tied to the sale.
More Timken Co. news:Company marks 100 years of dividends, continuing strategy to grow, diversify
Timken said it reached an agreement early in October to sell the business, which supplies drive system components and other parts for military and civil helicopters. Revenue from the business was expected to be about $50 million. The sale should be completed before the year ends. Timken acquired the operation, formerly known as Purdy Corp., in October 2007.
Meanwhile, Timken expects to complete the acquisition of GGB Bearings, which makes engineered and customized plain bearings, during the fourth quarter. GGB Bearings is expected to have revenue of about $200 million for the fourth quarter.
Growth in end-market sectors, led by industrial distribution and off-highway, contributed to higher revenue, as did higher pricing for products. Sales of Timken's process industries products increased 10.8% to $609.5 million, while mobile industries sales increased 8.1% to $526.9 million.
Richard G. Kyle, president and chief executive officer, said the company is raising its outlook to reflect strength in market demand and improving performance.
Timken is seeing positive momentum as 2023 approaches, while the order backlog is at a high level and pricing remains positive, Kyle said. He added that the company expects the addition of GGB Bearings to create value.
The company had projected earnings per share to range between $5.15 and $5.30 for the full year. The adjusted earnings per share is set to range between $5.80 and $5.95, the company said. Revenue is expected to increase by 9% for the year.
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Average amount financed for new vehicles ticks above $40,000 in Q2
SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Financing a new vehicle purchase is growing more expensive for consumers, according to the car shopping experts at Edmunds. New data from Edmunds reveals:
- The average annual percentage rate (APR) on new financed vehicles in Q2 2022 climbed to 5% for the first time since Q1 2020.
- 12.7% of consumers who financed a new vehicle purchase in June 2022 committed to a monthly payment of $1,000 or more — the highest level that Edmunds has on record — compared to 7.3% in June 2021, 4.6% in June 2019 and 2.1% in June 2010.
- The average amount financed for new vehicles hit a near-record level in the second quarter of 2022, climbing to $40,602 — compared to $39,726 in Q1 2022 and $36,215 in Q2 2021. Edmunds analysts note that the first and only other time that the average amount financed for new vehicles surpassed $40,000 was Q4 2021, when the average APR was just 4.1%.
- An influx of luxury shoppers are turning their backs on leasing and choosing to purchase their new vehicles. Edmunds data reveals that new-vehicle lease penetration fell to 18.5% in June 2022, down from 30.5% in June 2019.
"Low interest rates used to be one of few reprieves for car shoppers amid elevated prices and supply shortages. But the Fed rate hikes this year are making finance incentives far costlier for automakers, and consumers are starting to feel the pinch," said Jessica Caldwell, Edmunds' executive director of insights. "Although there appears to be a steady stream of affluent consumers willing to commit to car payments that look more like mortgage payments, for most consumers the new car market is growing increasingly out of reach."
To help guide car shoppers, Edmunds analysts calculated how much additional interest consumers can expect to pay over the course of a $40,000, 72-month car loan. They note that jumping to a 5% APR from a 4% APR would cost consumers $1,324 more in interest over the course of the loan. Jumping to a 6% APR from a 4% APR would cost $2,672 more.
"A single percentage point increase might not seem like much at first blush, but that adds up to hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars over the course of a 72-month (or longer) loan — a significant cost considering consumers are financing as much as ever," said Ivan Drury, Edmunds' senior manager of insights. "Seeking out finance incentives was less necessary during recent years in which finance rates had been low, but shopping around for lower APR offers from dealers or third parties could make a difference in today's market."
Edmunds analysts also note that consumers are opting for loans with longer terms to make monthly payments more palatable. Edmunds data reveals that 36.1% of consumers who financed a new car purchase in June 2022 opted for a loan term of between 73 and 84 months, compared to 32.8% in June 2021.
"Consumers are exploring every possible avenue to make their next vehicle purchase affordable, and longer loan terms are a good example of that, even if that choice poses risks considering vehicle wear and tear and greater negative equity (the amount by which their loan balance exceeds their vehicles' value) as their vehicle ages," said Drury. "The best moves shoppers can make are staying as informed as possible and not relying on car financing strategies of old — because buying a car in 2022 is a whole different ball game."
Edmunds experts advise that consumers calculate the total amount they are planning to finance in their next purchase by using the Edmunds Auto Loan Calculator, which factors in sales price, tax rates, title and registration, trade-in values, financing terms and more.
Note: Edmunds analysts have adjusted their auto finance data cleaning process to include new and used monthly payments up to $2,000 (previously the limit was up to $1,500), to account for changes to the market. Moving forward, this new limit will be applied to reported finance figures from January 2020 onward and may create minor discrepancies with previously reported figures.
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announces a demonstration project with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to test an artificial intelligence (AI) driven intellectual property (IP) analysis tool, the IBM IP Advisor with Watson® Demonstration System. Leveraging conversational AI technology with IBM Watson Assistant, and content insight mining and guided navigation solutions with IBM Watson Discovery, the system is designed to help users more efficiently uncover and analyze relevant patent data, allowing more time for strategic, value-added tasks.
Information known publicly before the actual filing date of a U.S. patent application, such as currently held and similar U.S. patents and published patent applications, is called prior art. When an inventor has an idea for a new product, a prior art study can be helpful in understanding the landscape of the field of invention by assessing not only prior art, but also competitors and opportunities for innovation in the field. However, with the continued rise in the number of patent applications being filed and the increasing volume of patent data, finding relevant, accurate information and analyzing prior art can be difficult and time consuming – especially for new inventors, 'Main Street' retailers and consumers not steeped in patent law. IBM aims to help address this challenge and promote greater participation in the innovation process with the IBM IP Advisor with Watson® Demonstration System.
By enabling natural language processing of queries with IBM Watson Discovery technology, the Demonstration System can help users locate relevant information using their own terminology, without the need to use specific terms and complex methods. And leveraging IBM Watson Assistant conversational AI technology as a guide, users can ask questions of embedded virtual agents to further inform and optimize their patent analysis.
The IBM IP Advisor with Watson® Demonstration System uses a subset of publicly obtainable U.S. patent data and is available for public testing and feedback on the USPTO's Open Data Portal through November 30, 2022.
"Prior art research and analysis is the foundation of a successful product or service launch, but the growth of prior art coupled with the need for appropriate keywords and the right patent classifications can be a barrier to entry for the every-day inventor," said Steve LaFleche, general manager, U.S. public and federal market for IBM. "I'm proud of our work with the USPTO in support of their objective to not just deploy smarter technology, but to build a better, more accessible IP system."
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IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Nearly 3,800 government and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM's hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM's breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM's legendary commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service. Visit www.ibm.com for more information.
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NO. 22-2-07666-1
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF PIERCE
IRMGARD BATTELL, an unmarried woman,
Plaintiffs,
vs.
BATTELL AND SONS WELL DRILLING; and HERBERT RAMSAY BATTELL and FRANCES BOARDMAN BATTELL, husband and wife, both deceased, and the heirs and devisees of HERBERT RAMSAY BATTELL and FRANCES BOARDMAN BATTELL; and HERBERT BLYTHE BATTELL, deceased, and the heirs and devisees of HERBERT BLYTHE BATTELL; and JUANA DORTHEA BEAL, formerly known as JUANA DORTHEA SAGNELLA, formerly known as JUANA DORTHEA BATTELL, married; and DAVID R. BATTELL and JANE DOE BATTELL, husband and wife, and the marital community comprised thereof; and EUGENE T. BATTELL and JEAN R. DOYLE, husband and wife, both deceased, and the heirs and devisees of EUGENE T. BATTELL and JEAN R. DOYLE; and HERBERT BLYTHE BATTELL, JR. and JANE DOE BATTELL, husband and wife, and the marital community comprised thereof; and ANY AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN THROUGH ANY DEFENDANT ABOVE-NAMED,
Defendants.
THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S):
You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of the first publication of this summons, which date was August 24, 2022, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, IRMGARD BATTELL, an unmarried woman, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, DAVID C. HAMMERMASTER, at his office below stated. In case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of said court.
The purpose of the action is to adjudicate and determine that the Defendants have no interest in the following described real property, the Defendants’ interest, if any, having been acquired by the Plaintiff by quiet title:
More commonly known as:
4318 – 200th Street East, Spanaway, Pierce County, Washington, 98387
More particularly described as follows:
PARCEL A: THE EAST 165 FEET OF THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 18, NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE W.M. EXCEPT THE NORTH 30 FEET FOR COUNTY ROAD. AND EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE W.M.; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION NORTH 86° 22’ 33” WEST 666.64 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE EAST 165 FEET OF THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SUBDIVISION AND AN EXISTING CHAIN-LINK FENCE SOUTH 01° 39’ 06” WEST 849.46 FEET; THENCE NORTH 86° 22’ 33” WEST 60.04 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 86° 22’ 33” WEST 72.40 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01° 39’ 06” WEST 137.09 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 86° 22’ 33” EAST 72.40 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01° 30’ 06” EAST 137.09 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No.: 0318013080
PARCEL B: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE W.M.; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION NORTH 86° 22’ 33” WEST 666.64 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE EAST 165 FEET OF THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SUBDIVISION AND AN EXISTING CHAIN-LINK FENCE SOUTH 01° 39’ 06” WEST 849.46 FEET; THENCE NORTH 86° 22’ 33” WEST 60.04 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 86° 22’ 33” WEST 72.40 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01° 39’ 06” WEST 137.09 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 86° 22’ 33” EAST 72.40 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01° 30’ 06” EAST 137.09 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No.: 0318013081
DATED this 19th day of August, 2022.
HAMMERMASTER LAW OFFICES, PLLC
/s/ DAVID C. HAMMERMASTER
WSBA #22267
Attorney for Plaintiff
1207 Main Street, Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 863-5115
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Exits Leading Multi-Region HVAC/R Parts and Equipment Distribution Platform
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gryphon Investors ("Gryphon"), a leading middle-market private equity firm, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement for the sale of its portfolio company Heritage Distribution Holdings ("HDH" or "the Company") to Beijer Ref (OM: BEIJ B), a leading worldwide distributor of commercial refrigeration, industrial refrigeration, and air conditioning. Gryphon made its first investment in the Company in July 2021 and completed four add-on acquisitions during its ownership to create a regional leader in its respective markets. Subject to customary closing conditions, the sale is expected to close in Q1 2023.
Heritage Distribution Holdings is a leading multi-regional HVAC/R parts and equipment distribution platform serving the Southeastern and Midwestern United States. The Company was formed from the merger of four strong regional brands, Wittichen Supply (founded in 1914), Benoist Brothers Supply (founded in 1928), Ed's Supply (founded in 1957), and Coastal Supply Company (founded in 1978). Heritage Distribution Holdings is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with 64 branches in 10 states.
Craig Nikrant, Gryphon Operating Partner, said, "Our vision was to build a multi-regional distribution platform that would become a leading HVAC/R brand in the Southeastern and Midwestern United States. We are proud to have supported the Company's growth while maintaining a focus on top-quality customer service across the entire family of brands."
Tim Bradley, Managing Director at Gryphon added, "Heritage Distribution Holdings has a bright future ahead and we are confident that Beijer Ref is the ideal home for the Company. It was important to Gryphon to steward the legacy behind each of HDH's underlying brands, which we are confident will continue given Beijer Ref's emphasis on entrepreneurial culture and local decision making."
Keith Stimson, Deal Partner and Head of Gryphon's Heritage Fund added, "We are proud of what CEO Alex Averitt and the HDH management team have accomplished over the past year and a half and are extremely pleased to have this successful outcome for the first exit from the Heritage Fund portfolio. Our investment in HDH is testament to Gryphon's Heritage Fund strategy, which leverages Gryphon's sector initiative strategy and focuses on partnering with market leaders with sustainable differentiation."
Heritage Distribution Holdings CEO Alex Averitt added, "We have had a remarkable partnership with Gryphon. With the help of their operating and deal professionals, we were able to quickly and successfully scale the business and invest in our teams across the HDH platform, all while maintaining the unique cultures of the firms we acquired. We look forward to continuing that momentum under our new owners."
Baird acted as lead financial advisor to Gryphon, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as Gryphon's legal counsel.
About Heritage Distribution Holdings
Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Heritage Distribution Holdings is the fastest-growing HVAC/R distributor in the US. With a focus on being the market leader in each local geography, HDH is expanding its footprint by partnering with businesses that share a tenacious commitment to customers, employees, and suppliers. From after-hours emergency service, to stocking our customer's warehouses, the HDH family is fully invested in being the critical link in the supply chain that enables people to live healthier and more comfortable lives.
About Gryphon Investors
Gryphon Investors (www.gryphoninvestors.com) is a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management. As of December 31, 2021, the firm has over $9 billion of assets under management. Gryphon prioritizes investment opportunities where it can form strong partnerships with owners and executives to build leading companies, utilizing Gryphon's capital, specialized professional resources, and operational expertise.
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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --
- Chrysler brand returns to charge up Electrify Expo for second consecutive year
- Brand will feature Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid ride-and-drives and Chrysler display at 2023 Electrify Expo Long Beach, May 19-21
- Brand display will also showcase a Pacifica plug-in hybrid uniquely modified by VANkulture
- Electrify Expo is North America's largest e-mobility festival featuring the world's top mobility brands
- Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid is the only minivan eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit
- Pacifica plug-in hybrid is the no-compromises solution for consumers considering battery-electric technology, with more than 30 miles of all-electric range and more than 500 miles of total range
- eFlite electrically variable transmission is paired with specially modified version of 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 gas engine, alleviating range anxiety and delivering peace of mind
- Tickets for 2023 Electrify Expo Long Beach available at electrifyexpo.com/attend
- For more information on Chrysler brand, visit Chrysler.com
Chrysler will return for the second consecutive year to light up Electrify Expo, North America's largest e-mobility festival, during Electrify Expo Long Beach, May 19-21, 2023, at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in Long Beach, California.
The Chrysler brand will put attendees behind the wheel for Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid ride-and-drives, as well as host an overall Chrysler brand display featuring a 2023 Pacifica plug-in hybrid. The brand's display space will also spotlight a modified version of the Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid, featuring 22-inch wheels, front and rear spoilers and more, courtesy of VANkulture, an online community that promotes the family aspect and multi-functionality of uniquely modified minivans. For more information on VANkulture, visit www.vankulture.com.
Tickets for Electrify Expo Long Beach are available at electrifyexpo.com/attend.
2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid
The Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid, the first and still the only plug-in hybrid in the segment, offers a no-compromises solution for consumers considering battery-electric technology, with an all-electric range of more than 30 miles, more than 80 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) and a total range of more than 500 miles. The Pacifica plug-in hybrid is also the only minivan eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit, as well as any available state and local tax credits.
The Pacifica plug-in hybrid alleviates range anxiety and delivers peace of mind to customers through a Stellantis-designed, innovative dual-motor eFlite electrically variable transmission (EVT) paired with a specially modified version of the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 gasoline engine. Pacifica plug-in hybrid is designed to offer a seamless driving experience, with no need for the driver to select between electric and hybrid modes.
The Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid can help charge the battery when braking or stopping using the built-in regenerative braking feature. A Max Regeneration cluster messaging icon is standard for the Pacifica plug-in hybrid to keep drivers aware of the increased system regeneration.
Chrysler Pacifica offers the most standard safety features in its class and more than 115 standard and available safety and security features, including Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking, adaptive cruise control, Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking and more.
Chrysler Pacifica is also the most awarded minivan over the last six years with more than 170 honors and industry accolades since its introduction as a minivan.
Chrysler Brand
The Chrysler brand has delighted customers with distinctive designs, craftsmanship, advanced innovation and technology since the company was founded in 1925. The Chrysler Pacifica continues to reinvent the minivan, a segment Chrysler invented nearly 40 years ago. Pacifica delivers an unprecedented level of functionality, versatility, technology and bold styling along with the most standard safety features in the industry and most advanced available all-wheel-drive system in its class. The available innovative plug-in hybrid powertrain takes this revolutionary vehicle a step further. It's the first electrified vehicle in the minivan segment and achieves more than 80 MPGe in electric-only mode, has an all-electric range of more than 30 miles and a total range of more than 500 miles. Chrysler Pacifica is also the most awarded minivan over the last six years with more than 170 honors and industry accolades since its introduction as a minivan. The Chrysler 300 lineup delivers on the brand's promise of accessible luxury, with iconic and elegant design, world-class performance, efficiency and quality. Chrysler is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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-- Replaces Lewis T. "Rusty" Williams, M.D., on Board of Directors --
FOSTER CITY, Calif., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcellx, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACLX), a biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy through the development of innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases, today announced the appointment of Olivia Ware to its Board of Directors. Ms. Ware, a successful executive, brings a wealth of knowledge from her more than 20 years of experience in biotech and pharmaceutical drug development, commercialization, and healthcare management.
"On behalf of our entire Board, I'd like to thank Rusty for his many contributions to Arcellx as both a private and publicly traded biotech company. I've personally appreciated Rusty's leadership and guidance and wish him all the best as he focuses on building his new company," said Rami Elghandour, Arcellx's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Olivia's deep industry and commercialization expertise will be an invaluable addition to the existing depth of experience on our Board. Olivia was an instrumental player for the launch of several of the world's largest revenue producing oncology drugs, including Rituxan®, Herceptin®, and Avastin®. This experience will allow her to provide strategic guidance as we plan to initiate a Phase 2 pivotal study for our CART-ddBCMA program for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma and focus on delivering our novel cell therapy to patients as quickly as possible. We are excited to welcome someone of Olivia's caliber to our Board and look forward to her contributions as we advance our novel platform through the clinic and maximize the value of our D-Domain technology."
"This is an exciting time to join the Arcellx Board. Arcellx's lead product candidate, CART-ddBCMA, has the potential to be a meaningful treatment option for patients diagnosed with multiple myeloma, an incurable disease," said Olivia Ware. "My passion and track record launching and building blockbuster drug franchises comes from my dedication to serving the needs of patients, their families, and the physicians who treat them. I look forward to serving on the Board and providing my drug development and commercialization expertise as the company continues to progress its lead product candidate and development pipeline in support of its mission of reimagining cell therapy."
Most recently, Ms. Ware served as Senior Vice President, BTK Franchise at Principia Biopharma which was acquired by Sanofi in 2020. Prior to that, she was the Senior Vice President for commercial activities at Proteus Digital Health, Inc., a marketing and strategy consultant, and Chief Commercial Officer at CytRx Corporation. Ms. Ware served in a variety of roles of increasing responsibility at Genentech in sales and marketing, managed care, and leading global cross-functional teams. She currently serves on the public boards of Revance Therapeutics, Inc. and Ambrx, Inc. Ms. Ware holds an M.B.A. in Finance and Marketing from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and an A.B. from Davidson College.
Ms. Ware replaces Lewis T. "Rusty" Williams, M.D., co-founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Walking Fish Therapeutics, who has served on Arcellx's Board of Directors since 2019.
"It has been an amazing opportunity to be part of Arcellx's growth as it transitioned from a preclinical, private company to a late-stage publicly traded company," said Dr. Williams. "I look forward to following Arcellx's progress as they continue their path toward helping patients."
About Arcellx, Inc.
Arcellx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. Arcellx believes that cell therapies are one of the forward pillars of medicine and Arcellx's mission is to advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. Arcellx's lead product candidate, CART-ddBCMA, is being developed for the treatment of relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (r/r MM) in an ongoing Phase 1 study. CART-ddBCMA has been granted Fast Track, Orphan Drug, and Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy designations by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Arcellx is also advancing its dosable and controllable CAR-T therapy, ARC-SparX, through two programs: a Phase 1 study of ACLX-001 for r/r MM, initiated in the second quarter of 2022; and ACLX-002 in relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia and high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome, expected to enter the clinic in the second half of 2022.
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This press release contains 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. All statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, including Arcellx's expectations regarding the timing of clinical trials for its product candidates and the potential of its product candidates. The forward-looking statements contained herein are based upon Arcellx's current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. These forward-looking statements are neither promises nor guarantees and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including those set forth in Part I, Item 1A (Risk Factors) of Arcellx's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and in other reports, that Arcellx may file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Arcellx assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
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Bubba Wallace locked down his future with 23XI Racing on Friday and now is eyeing a spot in NASCAR’s playoffs for the first time in his career.
Wallace and 23XI announced a multiyear contract extension that keeps Wallace in the No. 23 Toyota that was the foundation of Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan’s race team. The organization was launched around the only Black driver competing at NASCAR’s top level and the many partners Wallace signed in 2020 when he became a central figure in the national reckoning on racial and social justice issues.
“It feels great to get this renewal done and to know I have a home at 23XI Racing,” Wallace said. “Thanks to M.J. and Denny for continuing to believe in me. We’ve come a long way together in less than two years and we’ve checked off some major goals along the way. We know we still have work to do, both on and off the race track, but I feel good about our team and the direction we’re heading.”
Wallace had no intention of testing the free agent market because he believes his only future in NASCAR is with 23XI.
“I thought from Day 1 on joining this team that I wanted to make this where I retire and a place that I call home for a very long time,” Wallace said. “I’m just trying to do the best that I can and continue those efforts.”
The team expanded this season to add a second car, with veteran Kurt Busch as Wallace’s teammate. Busch will miss his fourth consecutive race on Sunday with concussion-like symptoms, which has put his playoff berth in jeopardy.
At the same time, Wallace is clawing toward his own spot in the 16-driver field. Wallace has never before made the Cup Series playoffs and heads into Sunday’s race at Richmond ranked a career-best 19th in the standings.
He’s coming off his first pole of the season last week at Michigan International Speedway and then a second-place finish that left him nearly in tears over falling just short of his second career win.
“We haven’t had the best season, but we’ve been able to turn it around and really shown what we are capable of these last handful of races,” Wallace said. “We know the urge to win is high and I thought that was the best opportunity that we had all year long, and just me replaying the last restart and wondering what could I have done different?
“I am in a much better place today; I see how incredible our team performed … to put us in that position. So lots to be happy for and grateful for, but in that moment, the sign of defeat got me there for a second.”
Wallace has four consecutive finishes of eighth or better, but he needs a victory in the remaining three regular-season races to get into the playoffs. NASCAR races at Richmond, the road course at Watkins Glen and then Daytona, where Wallace should be considering among the favorites.
Wallace earned his only career victory, the first for the 23XI organization, last fall at Talladega. At Daytona, Wallace has four top-five finishes in 10 career Cup starts. Three of those finishes were second.
“Without a doubt,” Wallace said when asked if he believes he can win in the regular season. “We’re really confident with what we’re bringing back for Sunday. Watkins Glen is just a race of survival, you never know what can happen. But then Daytona, I think we’re one of the favorites going into that. We just have to continue to do what we do like we’ve been doing the last four to five races.
“It seems to be working. Don’t ask what it is. I can’t really tell you. But it’s working.”
The extension was announced a day after Wallace hosted more than 3,500 people at Richmond Raceway for the inaugural “Bubba’s Block Party,” which he hopes will bring a younger, more diverse audience to NASCAR.
The event was one of the many initiatives Wallace has tackled as a key figure in diversity, equity and inclusion efforts with both 23I Racing and NASCAR. His “Live to be Different Foundation” allows Wallace to engage with the Charlotte-area community through backpack drives and the “Knowledge is Power Program” brings students to race tracks across the country.
Additionally, Wallace’s clothing design collaborations with both McDonald’s and Columbia Sportswear Company have brought NASCAR to a new audience.
Hamlin called Wallace “a key part of the early stages of 23XI” and said the team would continue pushing his career.
“The goal was to help him take his career to a higher level, and we have done just that,” Hamlin said. “Bubba is continuing to get more competitive each week. We’re excited to see his growth as he and the team work toward achieving our goals.”
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A former Minneapolis police officer who was sentenced Wednesday to three years in prison for aiding and abetting manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd became angry when he erroneously thought he might have to register as a predatory offender, saying his role was “minimal” when compared with Derek Chauvin's.
“I gotta register as a predatory offender? What the (expletive) is that?” Thomas Lane, who pleaded guilty earlier this year to aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter, said after his sentencing hearing. The hearing was held remotely via video, and Lane made the comment after the judge ended the proceeding, but before the video session ended. Lane added: “That’s what Chauvin has to do. If I have a minimal role, why the (expletive) do I have to do that?”
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Lane's remarks were in response to the judge’s instruction for Lane to register as a predatory offender “if required by law” — something legal experts told The Associated Press is fairly standard language in Minnesota criminal cases, but that neither Lane nor Chauvin would be required to do. Lane's attorney, Earl Gray, told his client he would look into the matter.
Floyd, 46, died in May 2020 after Chauvin, who is white, pinned him to the ground with a knee on Floyd’s neck as the Black man repeatedly said he couldn’t breathe. Lane, who is white, held down Floyd’s legs. J. Alexander Kueng, who is Black, knelt on Floyd’s back, and Tou Thao, who is Hmong American, kept bystanders from intervening during the 9 1/2-minute restraint.
The killing, captured on bystander video, sparked protests as part of a worldwide reckoning over racial injustice.
Lane is already serving a 2 1/2-year federal sentence after being convicted this year of violating Floyd's civil rights, and he appeared at Wednesday's hearing via video from the low-security federal prison camp in Littleton, Colorado.
As part of his plea agreement in the state case, prosecutors dropped a more serious count of aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder. They also said they would seek a sentence of three years and that he could serve it at the same time as the federal one, and in federal custody. That state sentence is below the sentencing guidelines that range between 41 and 57 months.
Prosecutor Matt Frank said Wednesday that a lower sentence was appropriate because Lane played a “somewhat less culpable role" in Floyd's death, adding, “there were moments when Mr. Lane tried to change what was going on that day.”
Lane had tried to deescalate the situation and had suggested that the restraint of Floyd could be handled differently, Frank said. Evidence from other trials and court documents shows that Lane twice asked if Floyd should be rolled onto his side to ensure he could breathe. Still, Frank said, these steps “do not relieve him of all responsibility.”
When Lane pleaded guilty in May, he admitted that he intentionally helped restrain Floyd in a way that he knew created an unreasonable risk and caused his death. He admitted that he heard Floyd say he couldn’t breathe, knew Floyd fell silent, had no pulse and appeared to have lost consciousness.
In accepting the plea deal on Wednesday, Judge Peter Cahill told Lane, “I think it was a very wise decision for you to accept responsibility and move on with your life.” Cahill also acknowledged that the Floyd family has not been able to move on with theirs.
Floyd's family said in a statement to the court, which was read by Frank, that the pain of Floyd's death will never go away.
“Talk about move on? Wow. Really? Me and my family would love to move on, but there’s just not a lot of accountability,” the statement said, adding: “We will always show up for George Floyd, but never move on."
Minnesota sentencing guidelines were created to establish consistent sentences that are neutral without considering factors such as race or gender. The guidelines say that even though they are advisory, presumptive sentences “are deemed appropriate” and judges should depart from them only when “substantial and compelling circumstances can be identified and articulated.”
With the state and federal sentences being served at the same time, Lane is likely to spend a total of roughly two years behind bars.
Under Minnesota rules, it’s presumed that a defendant with good behavior will serve two-thirds of the penalty in prison, which is two years for Lane, minus credit for time served. If he gets credit for good behavior on his federal sentence, he’ll likely end up serving just over two years in custody for that conviction. He reported to the federal prison in Colorado on Aug. 30.
Chauvin was convicted of murder and manslaughter and was given a 22 1/2-year state sentence in 2021 — a sentence that went above the state guidelines. He also pleaded guilty to a federal count of violating Floyd's civil rights and was sentenced to 21 years on the federal charge. He is serving the sentences concurrently at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson, Arizona.
Kueng and Thao were also convicted on federal civil rights charges and were sentenced to three and 3 1/2 years respectively. They are scheduled to go to trial on state charges of aiding and abetting murder and manslaughter in October.
Associated Press writer Steve Karnowski contributed to this report from Minneapolis.
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For those living in states with restrictive abortion laws, crossing state lines is one of the few ways to access the procedure. But some abortion-rights opponents are trying to prevent that.
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FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OtterBox, the No. 1-selling smartphone case brand in the U.S, covers the new iPhone 14 lineup with trendy and protective phone cases to fit every style. Plus – for the first time ever, Frē Series joins the OtterBox line-up for fully waterproof protection.
"OtterBox offers a wide range of cases, so you can customize your new iPhone," said OtterBox CEO Jim Parke. "With tons of different colors and styles, OtterBox phone cases show off the beautiful and durable design of the phone and add an extra layer of protection. Plus, with MagSafe compatible cases, you can enhance your iPhone experience with OtterBox MagSafe accessories."
Cute Phone Cases
The extensive line of OtterBox cases for the iPhone 14 lineup compliments everyone's needs. Symmetry Series is a cute iPhone 14 case available in pretty florals, bold colors and trendy designs. These patterned, solid and clear phone cases feature an all-new super slim design. This ultra-sleek and stylish iPhone 14 case is made with more than 50% recycled plastic and has three times the military drop standard protection. Also be sure to check out Strada Series, a premium leather folio case perfect for protecting your device and storing essential cards and cash. The folio can act as a stand and protects the display when not in use. Find Symmetry Series and Strada Series, available now, on otterbox.com.
OtterBox Favorites
Defender Series is the classic protective phone case from OtterBox and is built for everything from rugged adventures to daily drops. Other favorites such as versatile Commuter Series and Otter + Pop Symmetry Series featuring a built-in grip and more are also available now.
MagSafe Phone Cases
Build your iPhone ecosystem with OtterBox MagSafe compatible cases and other accessories. Symmetry Series+ and Defender Series XT feature built-in magnet arrays to enhance compatibility with iPhone 14 and OtterBox MagSafe accessories, available now on otterbox.com.
Waterproof Phone Cases
Don't miss your favorite waterproof case, now under the OtterBox brand. Frē Series is a waterproof iPhone case comprised of over 60 percent recycled materials that covers your new iPhone with 360-degrees of protection. Frē Series, engineered by LifeProof, sports the legendary waterproof design with a slim, modern silhouette that is ready to jump in the water, drop in the office and hit the town all in one day. Frē Series is coming soon to otterbox.com.
Additional Accessories
OtterBox has a full line of accessories for new iPhone 14 outside of phone cases. Pair a MagSafe case from OtterBox with a new 3-in-1 Charging Station with MagSafe, MagSafe Power Bank or a wallet for all your essential cards. Further protect your display new display with Amplify and Alpha Glass screen protection. New material enhancements make these screen protectors 40% more durable, and they are backed by the new OtterBox Protection Program.
OtterBox cases for the iPhone 14 lineup are available now on otterbox.com.
About OtterBox:
OtterBox creates bold products that empower connection. From our humble beginnings in a Fort Collins, Colo., garage, we've leveraged more than 20 years of experience to become the No. 1-selling smartphone case brand in the U.S.2 We've also expanded our portfolio of products to include screen protection, power accessories and business-to-business solutions.
At the core of every OtterBox innovation is the goal of giving. Through the OtterCares Foundation, we invest in programs and projects that inspire kids to be entrepreneurs, philanthropists and makers.
Explore more at otterbox.com.
1 Symmetry Series, Defender Series, Defender Series Pro, Commuter Series, Strada Series Folio, Strada Series Via, Otter + Pop are NOT protective against water. Will provide added protection against drops and shock.
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HOUSTON — It's no secret that Gallery Furniture Owner Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale is passionate about the Houston Astros. And it's no surprise that the superfan is in Philadelphia to cheer for the 'Stros as they battle the Phillies in the World Series.
But McIngvalle probably wasn't expecting to go viral after a postgame encounter with a "drunk" Phillies fan was caught on camera.
"I was told they are the worst fans ever. I expected the best and I got the worst," McIngvale told us Wednesday.
He was leaving the game after the Astros' ugly 7-0 loss when he said the "drunk guy" started hassling him about the 2017 cheating scandal.
"When they said ‘Altuve’s a f—king cheater, he’ll never make the Hall of Fame,’ that sent me over the edge," McIngvale said.
He cursed at the guy a couple of times and that's what's shown on the TikTok video that's making the rounds on social media.
McIngvale said he has no regrets about his response.
"I stand up for Houston when they're right and I stand up for Jose Altuve," McIngvale said. "Jose is one of the greatest Astros of all time, he's a great person and a great ambassador for Houston."
Astros fans were quick to defend McIngvale on Twitter.
Some fans suggested showing the video to the Astros to fire them up for Game 4.
And even a few Phillies fans are defending McIngvale's response.
But there were some critics, along with a lot of people who pointed out that McIngvale bet $10 million on the Astros to win the World Series. It's a bet that could have a $75 million payoff, according to CNN.
McIngvale is in good company when it comes to reacting to the notoriously nasty Phillies fans.
Astros ace pitcher Justin Verlander was caught on camera flipping the bird when the Astros bus arrived at the ballpark before Game 3 and again when he was walking inside. He later said it was "all in good fun."
"... Whole interaction was in jest as all the fans around you were just saying hello in their native tongue. So I responded in kind," Verlander tweeted in response to a guy who posted the video.
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Norfolk Southern announced plans on Monday to improve the use of detectors placed along railroad tracks to spot overheating bearings and other problems in response to a fiery derailment on the Ohio-Pennsylvania border a month ago.
The announcement came the same day Pennsylvania’s governor announced that the company had agreed to pay several million dollars to cover the cost of the response and recovery in that state.
The company said it would evaluate the distance between “hot bearing” detectors — currently 13.9 miles (22 kilometers) on average on its core network — and promised to look at every location where the distance is more than 15 miles (24 kilometers), deploying more detectors if practical.
Norfolk Southern “anticipates adding approximately 200 hot bearing detectors to its network, with the first installed on the western approach to East Palestine,” said the company announcement, which comes amid proposals from President Joe Biden’s administration and Congress aimed at improving safety following last month’s derailment.
The National Transportation Safety Board has said the crew operating the train that derailed Feb. 3 outside East Palestine, Ohio, near the Pennsylvania border got a warning from such a detector but couldn’t stop the train before more than three dozen cars came off the tracks and caught fire.
Half of the town of about 5,000 people had to evacuate for days when responders intentionally burned toxic chemicals in some of the derailed cars to prevent an uncontrolled explosion, leaving residents with lingering health concerns. Government officials say tests haven’t found dangerous levels of chemicals in the air or water in the area.
A week ago, a safety advisory from the Federal Railroad Administration urged railroads to reexamine the use of such detectors, making sure that they get inspected often enough by trained employees and that there are safe standards for determining when to stop a train or park a railcar when a warning is triggered. The railroad administration said overheating bearings likely caused at least four other derailments since 2021 and called for ways to analyze temperature trends from the sensors to help identify potential problems sooner.
Norfolk Southern also said it would work with manufacturers to speed up tests and deployment of new “multi-scan” detectors able to scan a greater cross-section of a railcar’s bearings and wheels. It also vowed to work with other railroads to review standards and practices, reevaluating the temperature triggering an alarm and the response to such alarms as well as analyzing data for patterns that could warn of safety issues.
Also announced in Norfolk Southern’s six-point safety plan Monday was installation of more acoustic bearing detectors, which analyze the acoustic signature of vibration inside the axle to identify potential problems. Norfolk Southern said it has five such detectors in service and will add 13 more on high-traffic routes.
The company also said it is working with Georgia Tech Research Institute to develop more advanced safety inspection technology and will join the railroad administration’s “confidential close call reporting system,” also citing its own program that “encourages railroaders to speak up if they see something that is unsafe.”
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has proposed a number of safety improvements, including reviving a rule requiring upgraded, electronically controlled brakes on certain trains filled with flammable liquids that are designated “high-hazardous flammable trains,” and possibly expanding which trains are covered by that designation. The industry has been pushing to delay any major changes until after the transportation safety board completes its investigation a year or more from now.
Ohio’s two U.S. senators last week introduced legislation that would require railroads to create disaster plans and tell emergency response commissions what hazardous materials are going through their states. Other provisions would maintain a two-person crew size and require regulators to set limits on train size and weight.
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, who joined the legislation, said Monday that preventing future derailments would require measures “far beyond the steps Norfolk Southern outlined today” and called on the company and other rail firms to ”get on board” the Senate proposal.
Professor Allan Zarembski, who leads the University of Delaware’s rail engineering and safety program, earlier said that overheating bearings cause only a handful of the more than 1,000 derailments each year, and he doubted the value of any “knee-jerk reaction” amid great political pressure. On Monday, he called Norfolk Southern’s plan on hot bearings “a good incremental step forward” to get rid of a problem he reiterated was “very infrequent.”
On Saturday afternoon, 28 cars of a Norfolk Southern cargo train derailed in Ohio between Dayton and Columbus and prompted a temporary shelter-in-place order, but officials said the derailment did not involve any hazardous materials, although the 212-car train also had cars containing liquid propane and ethanol that didn’t derail.
In Pennsylvania, Gov. Josh Shapiro said Monday that Norfolk Southern has pledged several million dollars to cover the cost of the response and recovery in Pennsylvania after last month’s derailment. The company previously announced more than $1 million for Ohio to replace fire equipment used in the response to the fiery wreck, plus $1 million for East Palestine and more than $1.2 million for evacuation costs for nearly 900 families and businesses.
The company has said it is “committed to coordinating the cleanup project and paying for its associated costs,” and wants to ensure that East Palestine’s residents and natural environment recover.
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Associated Press writer Marc Levy in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, contributed to this report. | https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/norfolk-southern-announces-safety-upgrades-amid-derailments/ | 2023-03-07 11:56:37 | 1 | https://www.wfla.com/news/national/ap-us-news/norfolk-southern-announces-safety-upgrades-amid-derailments/ |
Region receives more than $73 million for fiber broadband service through two federal grants
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Affordable, reliable, high-speed internet is coming to Western Alaska! Bethel Native Corporation (BNC), in partnership with GCI, Alaska's largest telecommunications company, today announced the launch of a partnership to bring fiber-optic connectivity to Alaska's Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. The project will bring 2 gigabit internet speeds and affordable plans to more than 10,000 Alaskans.
At an event held in Anchorage at the Alaska Native Heritage Center on Indigenous Peoples' Day, the partners announced more than $73 million in broadband grants recently awarded by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) and the USDA's Rural Utilities Service ReConnect program.
The partners announced the new project name, the Airraq Network (pronounced EYE-huck). Airraq, a traditional Yup'ik game similar to cat's cradle, translates to "string that tells the story."
The Bethel Native Corporation has been awarded a $42 million grant from the NTIA to build a fiber network to Bethel, Platinum, Eek, Napaskiak, and Oscarville.
- The 405-mile network will start in Dillingham, follow a submarine route to the mouth of the Kuskokwim River, and then transition to an overland route to Bethel.
- As BNC's subgrantee partner, GCI will construct and operate the fiber network.
- GCI will upgrade its existing cable plant in Bethel and deploy fiber-to-the-premises local access networks in the four other communities.
- Consumers in these communities will have access to 2 gig consumer broadband service plans that include unlimited data and affordable prices. Customers who qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program will be eligible for free internet service.
- The service is scheduled to launch in Bethel at the end of 2024.
- The Bethel fiber project will connect in Dillingham to another NTIA-funded fiber project to be constructed by Nushagak Telephone, which, in turn, connects to an USDA RUS-funded fiber network that connects to Anchorage. By leveraging other federal investment, BNC and GCI are using every NTIA Bethel grant dollar in the most efficient way possible.
GCI has been awarded a $31 million USDA RUS ReConnect grant to construct long-haul fiber and local fiber in the Y-K Delta communities of Atmautluak, Kasigluk, Nunapitchuk, Quinhagak, and Tuntutuliak.
- GCI will construct and operate the fiber and will deploy fiber-to-the-premises local access networks in the five communities.
- Consumers in these communities will receive 2 gig consumer broadband service plans that include access to unlimited data and affordable prices. Customers who qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program will be eligible for free internet service.
- This project will connect to the Bethel fiber, leveraging federal dollars in an efficient way.
"The residents of the 10 grant communities are now looking forward to faster speeds, more data and having much more affordable plans in the coming years," said BNC President & CEO Ana Hoffman. "The people of the Y-K Delta are resourceful, respectful and resilient. We have a strong sense of community, and we depend upon collaboration with our friends and neighbors to be successful. We know the value of presence, and that is why I have so much confidence in this partnership between BNC and GCI and our collective commitment to deliver this service together."
"Ana is fond of saying 'a first-class people deserve a first-class internet service.' We couldn't agree more," said GCI President & COO Greg Chapados. "GCI pledges to the people of the Y-K Delta, our partner BNC, and NTIA and RUS that we will build and operate a first-rate network that will not just narrow, but eliminate the rural-urban digital divide for the 10,000-plus residents of Bethel and the other served communities."
In addition to Indigenous and community stakeholders, the push for federal support of Alaska's broadband projects, including the Airraq Network, also received broad support from state and federal leaders.
"I was a big supporter of these projects and am thrilled about this announcement," said Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy. "These types of infrastructure projects are some of the most important investments in Alaska today. These projects will finally bring high-speed, affordable internet to homes, businesses, schools, and health care facilities. High-speed broadband service will attract more investment in Alaska; it will grow our economy. Most importantly, it will create more job opportunities for our youth in the communities where they live."
"Congratulations to Bethel Native Corporation and to all the villages in the area that are going to stand to benefit from this expansion of broadband," said Sen. Lisa Murkowski. "We've been working hard on the infrastructure bill, doing everything that we can to try to help facilitate, through NTIA, these grants and opportunities that will be coming to really connect all of Alaska, and most particularly rural Alaska. From Kasigluk to Eek, you're going to see benefits. This is good reason for celebration and I'm glad to be part of it."
"Access to high-speed, reliable internet can be life-changing for a community, enhancing the delivery of health care and education, and opening doors for small businesses and entrepreneurs," said Sen. Dan Sullivan. "Many of our rural, Alaska Native communities for too long have found themselves without the broadband connectivity that most Americans take for granted. I'm glad to see the significant federal infrastructure dollars we secured being deployed to break down the digital divide and improve the lives and wellbeing of thousands of Alaskans across the Lower Kuskokwim region."
"On this Indigenous Peoples' Day, I'm honored to join you in celebrating the NTIA and USDA awards to Bethel Native Corporation and GCI," said Rep. Mary Peltola. "With this funding, fiber service will be brought to residents in 10 communities, including Bethel, my home. My kids and I can't wait to enjoy the service we will have there once it's constructed. And the name for the network is just perfect."
"It was a real pleasure to be able to visit with so many of you in August," said Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator Alan Davidson, recalling his trip to Western Alaska over the summer. "I was honored on that trip to meet with so many community members in places like Napaskiak and Napakiak and Bethel to hear firsthand from leading educators and health professionals. It was honestly humbling for me and for our team that was there to hear firsthand, to see the real connectivity challenges that people are facing on the ground and the real impacts that these grants could make. We know that delivering connectivity to the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is critical, as we were hearing; access to jobs, healthcare, education, all the things that your community needs, but as you so clearly showed us on this visit, this is not just about bringing the internet to the Y-K Delta, this is also about bringing you all, your communities, your local knowledge, your beautiful culture to the broader internet community. And for that I think we are all going to be very grateful."
"It's incredible, this big lift, and USDA Rural Development is so thrilled to just be a piece of that federal funding and we're so excited to be working alongside tribes, municipalities, and telecommunications companies like GCI to connect really remote and rural communities," said USDA Rural Development State Director for Alaska Julia Hnilicka. "I've had the honor to go out to the Y-K Delta a few times this summer and I have just been, as a lifelong Alaskan, so blown away by the beauty and the complexity of culture and I'm beyond-words-thrilled to be a part of even a small part of sharing that culture with the world. Internet connectivity is not just about what it brings in, but what we are able to share out from Alaska as well."
"It has truly been my honor to work with the Bethel Native Corporation as well as GCI as we've worked through the process of bringing this application forward to fruition," said NTIA Division Chief, Tribal Connectivity and Nation to Nation Coordination Adam Geisler. "We're entering an age now where access to affordable, reliable broadband service is going to be at your fingertips here in the very near future and, again, I want to emphasize affordability."
Bethel Native Corporation is respected as a business leader with offices in Bethel, Anchorage and the Lower 48. Bethel's companies engage in many diverse lines of business including government contracting, construction, logistical support, environmental remediation and commercial real estate. Learn more about BNC at https://bethelnativecorp.org.
Headquartered in Alaska, GCI provides data, mobile, video, voice and managed services to consumer, business, government, and carrier customers throughout Alaska, serving more than 200 communities. The company has invested more than $4 billion in its Alaska network and facilities and has been serving Alaska for more than 40 years. GCI launched Alaska's first 1 gig and 2 gig internet service and Alaska's first standards-based 5G NR service. Learn more about GCI at www.gci.com. GCI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Liberty Broadband Corporation (Nasdaq: LBRDA, LBRDK, LBRDP). Learn more about Liberty Broadband at http://www.libertybroadband.com.
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(NEXSTAR) — While thousands have been rushing to take to the skies for some long-awaited traveling, many flyers have faced frustrating flight delays and cancellations. Last weekend alone, a combined 13,500 flights were delayed and hundreds were canceled, upending travel plans for many.
Having your luggage lost, delayed, or damaged can only make the travel headache worse. A recent report from the U.S. Department of Transportation shows over 400,000 bags were mishandled by airlines in May – meaning they were lost, damaged, delayed, or stolen.
Luckily, federal officials say that equates to 0.56 bags per 100 handled by airlines. But if your bag is mishandled, it’s important to know what to do next.
Regardless of whether your bag has been damaged, delayed, or lost, the DOT and each airline say it’s important to report it as soon as possible. Many airlines require a claim to be filed within a certain number of hours or before you leave the airport.
Depending on what happens to your bag, you may be eligible to be reimbursed by your airline. The Transportation Department’s current regulations say airlines are required to compensate you if your luggage is damaged, delayed, or lost.
When it comes to damaged luggage on domestic flights, airlines are allowed to limit their liability in compensating you, with the maximum set at $3,800. Airlines are, however, permitted to pay more than the federal limit. On most international flights, the maximum liability is about $1,780.
If your luggage is damaged, the airline is responsible for repairing it or reimbursing you for the damages, or the contents that were within the bag at the time. There are, of course, caveats. If your bag was damaged before being given to the airline, or if it was damaged because you improperly packed it, the DOT says airlines aren’t responsible for repairing it or repaying you.
While standard wear and tear to your luggage can’t be considered damage, any damage to the wheels, handles, straps, or other parts of your luggage cannot be excluded from liability.
Some items, like those that are fragile or perishable, may be excluded from liability by an airline. On domestic flights, the DOT says airlines are not required to compensate you for items they’ve excluded. For example, Spirit Airlines does not cover items such as electronics and medicine.
The rule is slightly different for international flights: airlines are responsible for all items they agree to transport, regardless of if the passenger disclosed it.
Airlines are also responsible for finding your luggage if it doesn’t arrive at your destination. You should file a baggage claim with the airline as soon as possible, the DOT advises, and stay in close contact with the airline afterward.
Following the same maximum liability for damaged luggage, the DOT requires airlines to compensate you for “reasonable, verifiable, and actual incidental expense” you may face while waiting for your bags.
If you fly with Delta, for example, and paid for a checked bag, you may be eligible for a travel voucher for the amount you paid if you don’t receive your bag within 12 hours of a reported delay. For the first five days that your bag is delayed, Delta will, generally, provide a reimbursement of $50 a day if you had to make purchases.
In the worst-case scenario where your luggage is missing, your airline has to compensate you for your bag’s contents, subject to depreciation and the maximum liability of $3,800, according to the DOT. You should also be refunded for any fees you paid to have the airline transport the bag.
Airlines may require you to prove the costs of the items within the lost luggage. Taking photos of your bag and the contents inside could be helpful to both find the bag or prove the value of its contents later.
While most airlines will call your luggage “lost” between 5 and 14 days after your flight, it can vary from one to another. Other factors, such as whether your flight was domestic or international, if more than one airline was responsible for the flight, and the airline’s ability to search for the luggage, can impact whether your luggage is declared lost.
An airline that “unreasonably refuses” to declare your bag lost after “an unreasonable period of time” could face federal enforcement action, according to the DOT. Consumer complaints can be filed with the DOT online.
Travel insurance and some credit cards may also help cover the costs of lost or delayed luggage. | https://www.wivb.com/news/national/luggage-damaged-delayed-or-lost-while-flying-you-may-be-eligible-for-a-reimbursement/ | 2022-08-14 16:53:40 | 1 | https://www.wivb.com/news/national/luggage-damaged-delayed-or-lost-while-flying-you-may-be-eligible-for-a-reimbursement/ |
NICB Reminds Residents To Remain Vigilant With Fraudulent Contractors
DES PLAINES, Ill. , Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As insurance claims continue to increase following Hurricane Ian, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the insurance industry's association dedicated to predicting, preventing, and prosecuting insurance crime, is warning victims to beware of post-disaster scams as they begin the rebuilding process.
To date, NICB has identified nearly half a million claims (471,581) related to Hurricane Ian with a majority of the claims (431,702) reported in Florida. Nearly two-thirds of the Florida claims are homeowner and business claims (272,465), and the remaining are personal automobile claims (151,892).
Despite substantial damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles following Hurricane Ian, NICB encourages residents to take their time and not try to accelerate the rebuilding process in order to avoid being scammed.
"We know residents want to get back on their feet, but we are already seeing dishonest fraudsters who are preying on unsuspecting victims like vultures," said NICB President and CEO David Glawe. "This is not the time to let your guard down. Stay vigilant and protect yourself and your loved ones from these criminals."
Before hiring a contractor, call your insurance company. There is no need to rush into an agreement with a contractor who solicits your repair work, especially if it was not requested.
NICB SUGGESTS YOU CONSIDER THESE TIPS BEFORE HIRING A CONTRACTOR:
- Get more than one estimate.
- Get everything in writing. Cost, work to be done, time schedules, guarantees, payment schedules, and other expectations should be detailed and itemized.
- Request references and do the research.
- Ask to see the salesperson's driver's license and write down the license number and their vehicle's license plate number.
- Look out for out-of-state contractor licenses, as well as vehicle registrations, as these may also indicate possible fraudulent contractors.
- Never sign a contract with blanks; terms you don't agree with can be added later.
- Never pay a contractor in full or sign a completion certificate until the work is finished.
- Ensure reconstruction is up to current code.
- Make sure you review and understand all documents sent to your insurance carrier. Signing an Assignment of Benefits agreement transfers your insurance rights to the contractor. Know what that means for you.
- Never let a contractor pressure you into making a quick decision or hiring them.
- Never let a contractor interpret the language of your insurance policy.
- Never let a contractor discourage you from contacting your insurance company. Contact your insurance company first.
- Remember, if you didn't request it, reject it!
Furthermore, some deceitful contractors will state they are supported by the government. However, the Federal Emergency Management Agency does not endorse individual contractors or loan agencies. Always request official identification from those claiming to represent governmental agencies. Consumers should call FEMA for more specifics at (800) 621-FEMA.
If you believe you have been a victim of fraud, call the NICB at 1-800-TEL-NICB or report it here.
REPORT FRAUD: Anyone with information concerning insurance fraud or vehicle theft can report it anonymously by calling toll-free 800.TEL.NICB (800.835.6422) or submitting a form on our website.
ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSURANCE CRIME BUREAU: Headquartered in Des Plaines, Ill., the NICB is the nation's leading not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to combatting and preventing insurance crime through Intelligence, Analytics, and Operations; Education and Crime Prevention; and Strategy, Policy, and Advocacy. The NICB is supported by more than 1,200 property and casualty insurance companies and self-insured organizations. NICB member companies wrote over $582 billion in insurance premiums in 2021, or more than 82% of the nation's property-casualty insurance. That includes more than 96% of the nation's personal auto insurance. To learn more, visit www.nicb.org.
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Neon Cactus will open its doors to Breakfast Clubbers at 7 a.m. Saturday.
The campus staple is coming back after two years in time for homecoming. The bar’s new owner, Ethan Brown, said the Cactus will look the same to people who experienced it before it closed because of the pandemic.
A new bar, among other things, will be unveiled at the opening, but Brown said he’s excited to bring back the same Cactus people know and love.
That includes Bruce Barker, the Piano Man, who will make his return debut Sept. 29, Brown said.
“We’re going to reopen this place, this hallowed ground,” Barker said after the July announcement that the Cactus is coming back under new management. “We’re going to start with amazing evenings every Thursday with me, right here ... in the Neon Cactus.”
The bar was originally set to reopen Sept. 8. It later announced on its Twitter page that the opening was going to be delayed, but it was unclear when.
Brown said this time is for real. There will be a $5 entry fee like before, but people can buy $20 fast passes Saturday morning to skip the line. | https://www.purdueexponent.org/campus/article_2937dc7f-7ee8-5139-ad1d-fb2e277dd7ea.html | 2022-09-22 18:44:12 | 0 | https://www.purdueexponent.org/campus/article_2937dc7f-7ee8-5139-ad1d-fb2e277dd7ea.html |
ANTAKYA, Turkey (AP) — Tens of thousands of people who lost their homes in a catastrophic earthquake huddled around campfires in the bitter cold and clamored for food and water Thursday, three days after the temblor hit Turkey and Syria and killed more than 19,300.
Emergency crews used pick axes, shovels and jackhammers to dig through twisted metal and concrete — and occasionally still pulled out survivors. But in some places, their focus shifted to demolishing unsteady buildings.
While stories of miraculous rescues briefly buoyed spirits, the grim reality of the hardship facing survivors cast a pall over devastated communities. The number of deaths surpassed the toll of a 2011 earthquake off Fukushima, Japan, that triggered a tsunami, killing more than 18,400 people.
In northwest Syria, the first U.N. aid trucks to enter the rebel-controlled area from Turkey since the quake arrived, underscoring the difficulty of getting help to people in the country riven by civil war. In the Turkish city of Antakya, dozens scrambled for aid in front of a truck distributing children’s coats and other supplies.
One survivor, Ahmet Tokgoz, called for the government to evacuate people from the region. Many of those who have lost their homes found shelter in tents, stadiums and other temporary accommodation, but others have slept outdoors.
“Especially in this cold, it is not possible to live here,” he said. “If people haven’t died from being stuck under the rubble, they’ll die from the cold.”
Winter weather and damage to roads and airports have hampered the response in both Turkey and Syria. Some in Turkey have complained the response was too slow — a perception that could hurt President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at a time when he faces a tough battle for reelection in May.
In the Turkish town of Elbistan, rescuers stood atop the rubble from a collapsed home and pulled out an elderly woman.
Teams urged quiet in the hopes of hearing stifled pleas for help, and the Syrian paramedic group known as the White Helmets noted that “every second could mean saving a life.”
But more and more often, the teams pulled out dead bodies. In Antakya, over 100 bodies were awaiting identification in a makeshift morgue outside a hospital.
With the chances of finding people alive in the rubble dwindling, teams in some places began demolishing buildings.
In Adiyaman, Associated Press journalists saw a resident plead with rescuers to look through the rubble of a building where relatives were trapped. The crew refused, saying there was no one alive there, and they had to prioritize areas where there may be survivors.
A man, who gave only his name as Ahmet out of fear of government retribution, later asked the AP: “How can I go home and sleep? My brother is there. He may still be alive.”
In Nurdagi, throngs of onlookers — mostly family members of people trapped inside — watched as heavy machines ripped at one building that had collapsed, its six floors pancaked together.
Mehmet Yilmaz watched from a distance, estimating that around 80 people were still beneath the rubble but that it was unlikely any would be found alive.
“There’s no hope,” said Yilmaz, 67, who had six relatives, including a 3-month-old baby, trapped inside. “We can’t give up our hope in God, but they entered the building with listening devices and dogs, and there was nothing.”
Authorities called off search-and-rescue operations in the cities of Kilis and Sanliurfa, where destruction was not as severe as in other impacted regions.
Across the border in Syria, assistance trickled in. The U.N. is authorized to deliver aid through only one border crossing, and road damage has prevented that thus far. U.N. officials pleaded for humanitarian concerns to take precedence over wartime politics.
The scale of loss and suffering remained massive. Turkish authorities said Thursday that the death toll had risen to more than 16,100 in the country, with more than 64,000 injured. In Syria, which includes government-held and rebel-held areas, more than 3,100 have been reported dead and more than 5,000 injured.
It was not clear how many people were still unaccounted for in both countries.
Among the missing were members of a high-school volleyball team from northern Cyprus, as well as teachers and parents who had been staying in a hotel that collapsed, said Nazim Cavusoglu, the education minister in the breakaway Turkish Cypriot north, on Turkey’s NTV television.
Turkey’s disaster-management agency said more than 110,000 rescue personnel were now taking part in the effort and more than 5,500 vehicles, including tractors, cranes, bulldozers and excavators had been shipped. The Foreign Ministry said 95 countries have offered help. More than half of that number have sent a total of nearly 6,500 rescuers. Another 2,400 more are still expected to arrive.
International aid for Syria was far more sparse. Efforts there have been hampered by the civil war and the isolation of the rebel-held region along the border that is surrounded by Russia-backed government forces. Syria itself is an international pariah under Western sanctions linked to the war.
Erdogan, who continued touring devastated areas Thursday, has sought to deflect criticism of the response and said it was improving. He renewed a promise to quake survivors that destroyed homes would be rebuilt within a year. He has said the government will distribute 10,000 Turkish lira ($532) to affected families.
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Alsayed reported from Bab al-Hawa, Syria, and Bilginsoy from Istanbul. Associated Press journalists Suzan Fraser in Ankara, Turkey; Emrah Gurel and Yakup Paksoy in Adiyaman, Turkey; Robert Badendieck in Istanbul; Bassem Mroue and Abby Sewell in Beirut; and David Rising in Bangkok contributed. | https://www.kark.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-death-toll-in-turkey-syria-earthquake-surpasses-15000/ | 2023-02-09 17:45:18 | 0 | https://www.kark.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-death-toll-in-turkey-syria-earthquake-surpasses-15000/ |
NEW YORK, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Soundcore Capital Partners, LP (Soundcore) a New-York based private equity firm, is pleased to welcome Gavin Fox as an associate on the Deal Origination team.
Gavin will primarily be responsible for supporting the Partners in developing investment theses for the fund and building relationships with business owners.
Prior to joining Soundcore, Gavin was an investment advisor for high-net-worth individuals with PNC Investments. Previously, Gavin was a paraplanner for Encore Wealth Management, which collectively managed over $450 million of assets for high-net-worth families and individuals. He started his career in the audit practice of Crowe Horwath, a top-ten public accounting firm. There, he primarily worked with financial institutions including SEC-registered banks and broker dealers. Gavin has a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Bellarmine University.
"We are very excited to have Gavin on the team." Said Alex Bues, Partner at Soundcore. "His experience in working directly with business owners to understand their needs will help us tremendously as we execute our buy-and-build strategy in the lower-middle market."
Over the next 12-18 months, Soundcore will seek to grow the team significantly through the additional hires of experienced private equity professionals to create a 19‑person firm and nearly doubling the number of investment professionals.
Soundcore Capital Partners was founded in 2015 by Jarrett Turner and is based in New York, NY. Soundcore is a thesis-driven private equity firm that specializes in buy-and-build investments in the lower middle-market that are headquartered in the United States and Canada. Soundcore has completed 70 acquisitions across 9 platforms and focuses primarily on industrial services, business services, distribution and value-add manufacturing sectors.
CONTACT: Njideka Emenogu, 212-812-1180, nemenogu@soundcorecap.com
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Tupperware Brands Corporation ("Tupperware" or "the Company") (NYSE: TUP) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Investors who purchased the Company's securities between November 3, 2021 and May 3, 2022, inclusive (the ''Class Period''), are encouraged to contact the firm before August 15, 2022.
If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.
We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at bschall@schallfirm.com.
The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.
According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Tupperware suffered from business challenges making it difficult to maintain revenues and profitability. These problems left the Company's full year 2022 guidance as unrealistic. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Tupperware, investors suffered damages.
Join the case to recover your losses.
The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.
This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.
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Zebra runs loose in Seoul before being taken back to zoo
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A young zebra walked, trotted, and galloped for hours in the busy streets of South Korea’s capital before emergency workers tranquilized the animal and brought it back to a zoo.
The zebra — a male named Sero that was born in the zoo in 2021 — was in stable condition and being examined by veterinarians as of Thursday evening, said Choi Ye-ra, an official at the Children’s Grand Park in Seoul.
She said the zoo was investigating how the zebra managed to escape. She didn’t immediately confirm media reports that the animal partially destroyed the wooden fencing surrounding its pen before busting out around 2:50 p.m.
Social media was flowing with smartphone videos of the zebra trotting alongside lines of cars that were waiting for the greenlight at an intersection, and galloping through a street surrounded by commercial buildings as pedestrians stopped and gasped.
Police and emergency workers managed to corner the zebra after it entered a narrow alleyway between houses and shot it with tranquilizers, ending its three hours of freedom.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or property damage caused by the zebra running loose.
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TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government introduced legislation Monday that would put a freeze on importing, buying or selling handguns.
“We are capping the number of handguns in this country,” Trudeau said.
The regulations to halt the growth of personally owned handguns is expected to be enacted this fall.
“It will be illegal to buy, sell, transfer or import handguns anywhere in Canada,” the prime minister said.
Canada already has plans to ban 1,500 types of military-style firearms and offer a mandatory buyback program that will begin at the end of the year. Trudeau said if someone really wants to keep their assault weapon it will be made completely inoperable.
Canada already expanded background checks.
Trudeau has long had plans to enact tougher gun laws but the introduction of the new measure comes after mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, N.Y., this month.
Bill Blair, minister of emergency preparedness, said Canada is very different from the United States.
“In Canada, gun ownership is a privilege not a right,” Blair said. “This is a principal that differentiates ourselves from many other countries in the world, notably our colleagues and friends to the south. In Canada, guns are only intended to be used for hunting and sport purposes.”
Canada has had far fewer mass shootings than the U.S. in part because of a lack of easy access to guns, though the U.S. population also is far larger than Canada’s.
Blair noted guns are often smuggled in illegally from the U.S., which he noted has one of the largest small arms arsenals in the world.
The government plans to fight gun smuggling and trafficking by increasing criminal penalties, providing more tools to investigate firearms crimes and strengthening border measures. Trudeau said increased funding already helped border officials double the amount of smuggled guns confiscated at the U.S. border.
The government also said the bill would also allow for the removal of gun licenses from people involved in acts of domestic violence or criminal harassment, such as stalking.
The bill would create a new “red flag” law allowing courts to require that people considered a danger to themselves or others surrender their firearms to police. The government said the measure would guard the safety of those applying through the process, often women in danger of domestic abuse, by protecting their identities.
The government said it will require rifle magazines to be permanently altered so they can never hold more than five rounds and will ban the sale and transfer of large-capacity magazines under the Criminal Code.
“Canada can teach us a lot,” tweeted Bruce Heyman, a former U.S. ambassador to Canada under the Obama administration.
Trudeau said his government recognizes the vast majority of Canadians who own guns are responsible but the level of gun violence is unacceptable. “This is a concrete and real national measure to long way toward keeping Canadians safe,” Trudeau said.
The new measures are assured of passing in Canada’s Parliament as the ruling Liberals and leftist opposition New Democrats have enough votes.
Pierre Poilievre, who is running to be leader of the Conservative party, said law-abiding gun owners should be respected and dangerous criminals should be jailed.
“Other than using firearms for sport shooting and hunting, there is no reason anyone in Canada should need guns in their everyday lives,” Trudeau said. “We need less gun violence.
“We cannot let the gun debate became so polarized that nothing gets done. We cannot let that happen in our country. This is about freedom. People should be free to go to the supermarket, their school or their place of worship without fear.” | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/canada-to-cap-the-market-for-handguns-with-new-law/ | 2022-05-31 07:59:23 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/canada-to-cap-the-market-for-handguns-with-new-law/ |
Following a successful 90-day pilot program in Tallahassee, brands enter into an extended agreement
MIAMI, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BurgerFi, one of the nation's fastest-growing, premium fast-casual concepts, and Gopuff, the go-to platform for immediate delivery of customers' everyday needs, today announced plans to expand the delivery of BurgerFi items on the Gopuff platform to more customers nationwide, following a successful pilot program. In the coming months, Gopuff will begin delivering fresh-made BurgerFi burgers and fries to customers in more than a dozen cities, including Miami, New York City, Nashville and Philadelphia.
"The synergy between BurgerFi and Gopuff remains unrivaled, and the continuation of this partnership is a natural next step in raising the bar for our guests who value convenience and delivery," said Ophir Sternberg, Executive Chairman of BurgerFi. "As we look to redefine the way the world eats burgers, we can't think of a better partner to grow this late-night option nationwide."
Following a successful 90-day pilot program in which BurgerFi's "Fi on the Fly" food truck was stationed outside of a Gopuff location in Tallahassee, the new agreement will fully transition operations, food preparation and distribution to Gopuff's local teams and facilities. BurgerFi products will soon be available for delivery from more than 30 Gopuff Fresh Food Halls across the country – including in locations where no other BurgerFi restaurant exists, instantly expanding BurgerFi's national presence by leveraging Gopuff's local logistics network, teams and infrastructure.
"Having seen how much Gopuff customers in Tallahassee loved accessing BurgerFi for delivery, we look forward to expanding our partnership to bring their delicious, fresh and quality food to more customers in minutes," said Amelia Riba, VP Kitchens, Gopuff. "With our nationwide infrastructure, trained teams, and control over inventory and cooking prep, we have the ability to truly partner with restaurants like BurgerFi to curate menu and help them reach more customers instantly – without putting added stress on their restaurants for delivery. As we continue to build out the Fresh Food Hall offering, we are thrilled to be able to deliver BurgerFi food alongside thousands of everyday items we bring to our customers daily."
Products available to Gopuff customers in select markets will include:
- A-Grade Burgers: Double-up on 100% all-natural Beef patties, American cheese and loads of premium, thick-cut bacon in the sizable and juicy Ultimate Bacon Burger or keep it classic with the popular BurgerFi Cheeseburger. Both options are available in Junior sizes as well.
- Freshly-Prepared Fries: BurgerFi's perfectly seasoned fries will be delivered with speed as part of Gopuff's instant delivery.
For more information about BurgerFi or to find the nearest location, visit www.burgerfi.com and download the BurgerFi app for free fries on your first order.
About BurgerFi International (Nasdaq: BFI, BFIIW)
Established in 2011, BurgerFi is among the nation's fastest-growing better burger concepts with 116 BurgerFi restaurants domestically and internationally as of September 30, 2021. The concept is chef-founded and is committed to serving fresh food of transparent quality. BurgerFi uses 100% American Angus Beef with no steroids, antibiotics, growth hormones, chemicals, or additives. BurgerFi's menu also includes high quality wagyu beef, antibiotic and cage-free chicken offerings, fresh, hand-cut sides and custard shakes and concretes. On November 3, 2021, BurgerFi completed the acquisition of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings with 61 company-owned locations in eight states. BurgerFi was named QSR Magazine's Breakout Brand of 2020, Fast Casual's 2021 #1 Brand of the Year, a "Top Restaurant Brand to Watch" by Nation's Restaurant News in 2019 and is included in Inc. Magazine's Fastest Growing Private Companies List. In 2021, in Consumer Report's Chain Reaction Report, BurgerFi was praised for serving "no antibiotic beef" across all of its restaurants and Consumer Reports awarded BurgerFi an "A-Grade Angus Beef" rating for the third consecutive year. To learn more about BurgerFi or to find a full list of locations, please visit www.burgerfi.com. Download the BurgerFi App on iOS or Android devices for rewards and 'Like' BurgerFi on Facebook or follow @BurgerFi on Instagram and Twitter.
BurgerFi® is a Registered Trademark of BurgerFi IP, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of BurgerFi.
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Gopuff is the go-to instant commerce platform, fulfilling consumers' evolving, everyday needs. With an unmatched assortment that includes cleaning and home products, medicine, pet care, office supplies, beauty and wellness items, baby products, food and drinks, local brands, as well as alcohol and fresh prepared food in some markets, Gopuff brings a unique, reliable and magical experience to customers around the world.
Founded in 2013 by co-founders and co-CEOs Rafael Ilishayev and Yakir Gola, Gopuff created the instant needs category and continues to build the rails that define the future of commerce. To learn more, visit www.gopuff.com or follow Gopuff on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Download the Gopuff app on iOS and Android.
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CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As a leader in customer experience communication, SPLICE Software proudly partners with our clients to create the best, and most seamless customer experiences.
SPLICE Software believes in a world where everyone receives communication how and when they want to, based on their permissions.
Customer experience is top of mind and SPLICE ensures our clients can call, text, email and chat with their customers and prospects. We remain committed to ensuring the customer receives the messages they want and need in their preferred channel.
2022 was a great year and once again our culture remained key to our ability to consistently deliver results!
Our belief is that it can be better, that we are great team players, that we love to learn, that we desire to succeed and that we are accountable to ourselves, to each other and to our client. Together we celebrate some of our favorite successes such as:
2022 the hybrid workplace became official. Some of our staff remained working from home, many returned to the office and some continue to be remote. Regardless of where we start our day, when you are a SPLICE'r you are drawn together in the belief that it can be better. With pride, we work together to provide solutions that are safe, fun and easy!
We celebrate our client and partner wins:
SPLICE Software also received several industry awards and recognition throughout the year including:
- Gold Titan Award for Company of the Year 2022 – SPLICE Dialog Suite®
- 2022 TINYaward! – Raising the Bar
- Customer Communication Platform of the Year – SPLICE Dialog Suite®
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"2022 was tremendously solid year in every department and has set us up very nicely for a fantastic 2023," says Tara Kelly, president and CEO of SPLICE Software.
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SHANGHAI, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Redbud Medicine, the Delaware-headquartered contract research organization (CRO) announced on Monday following the completion of a series A round fundraising in which MING Bioventures Capital, Delian Capital and the existing Angel round investor Hongfeng Capital all participated. Legend Star led the Series pre-A round fundraising about less than a year ago.
Redbud Medicine is a next-generation clinical CRO focusing on science-based clinical development services. The company offers full-service development from bench to bedside with the goal of reducing traditional clinical study timelines, improving overall quality and value-driven, cost containment. Redbud's global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas and global clinical development. They work with sponsors to provide several bespoke options including digital solutions and training for companies new to the drug development space.
In recent years the investment to biotech industry in China has reached to a new record which is around four times higher than the investment in US and Europe. The active investment has boosted the industry growth rapidly and many biotech companies from China are seeking for novel drug registration at FDA and EMA.
A spokesperson for the company offered some more details in an interview, "The new financing enables Redbud to streamline execution of clinical trials from protocol design, CRF creation, and ongoing medical review through the final CSR. Using a streamline digital platform to reduce redundant tasks and improve quality of regulatory documents, data cleaning activity, real-time data review and CSR drafting, the company obtained sufficient funds to support the planned growth and lay a solid foundation for global expansion in the near future," he said.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Tens of millions of older Americans are about to get what may be the biggest raise of their lifetimes.
On Thursday, the U.S. government is set to announce how big a percentage increase Social Security beneficiaries will see in monthly payments this upcoming year. It’s virtually certain to be the largest in four decades. It’s all part of an annual ritual where Washington adjusts Social Security benefits to keep up with inflation, or at least with one narrow measure of it.
Plenty of controversy accompanies the move, known as a cost-of-living adjustment or COLA. Critics say the data the government uses to set the increase doesn’t reflect what older Americans are actually spending, and thus the inflation they’re actually feeling. The increase is also one-size-fits-all, which means beneficiaries get the same raise regardless of where they live or how big a nest egg they may have.
Here’s a look at what’s happening:
WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL?
The U.S. government is about to announce an increase to how much the more than 65 million Social Security beneficiaries will get every month. Some estimates say the boost may be as big as 9%.
WHAT DO BENEFICIARIES HAVE TO DO TO GET IT?
Nothing.
WILL THIS BE THE BIGGEST INCREASE EVER?
No, but it’s likely the heftiest in 40 years, which is longer than the vast majority of Social Security beneficiaries have been getting payments. In 1981, the increase was 11.2%.
WHEN WILL THE BIGGER PAYMENTS BEGIN?
January. They’re also permanent, and they compound. That means the following year’s percentage increase, whatever it ends up being, will be on top of the new, larger payment beneficiaries get after this most recent raise.
HOW BIG WAS THIS PAST YEAR’S INCREASE?
5.9%, which itself was the biggest in nearly four decades.
WHAT'S THE TYPICAL INCREASE?
Since 2000, it’s averaged 2.3% as inflation remained remarkably tame through all kinds of economic swings. During some of the toughest years in that stretch, the bigger worry for the economy was actually that inflation was running too low.
Since the 2008 financial crisis, the U.S. government has announced zero increases to Social Security benefits three times because inflation was so weak.
SO THE INCREASE IS TO MAKE UP FOR INFLATION?
That's the intent. As Americans have become painfully aware over the past year, each $1 doesn't go as far at the grocery store as it used to.
HAS SOCIAL SECURITY ALWAYS GIVEN SUCH INCREASES?
No. The first American to get a monthly retirement check from Social Security, Ida May Fuller from Ludlow, Vermont, got the same $22.54 monthly benefit for 10 years.
Automatic annual cost-of-living adjustments didn't begin for Social Security until 1975, after a law passed in 1972 requiring them.
HOW IS THE SIZE OF THE INCREASE SET?
It's tied to a measure of inflation called the CPI-W index, which tracks what kinds of prices are being paid by urban wage earners and clerical workers.
More specifically, the increase is based on how much the CPI-W increases from the summer of one year to the next.
IS THAT THE INFLATION MEASURE EVERYONE FOLLOWS?
No. People generally pay more attention to a much broader measure of inflation, the CPI-U index, which covers all urban consumers. That covers 93% of the total U.S. population.
The CPI-W, meanwhile, covers only about 29% of the U.S. population. It has been around longer than the CPI-U, which the government began compiling only after the legislation that required Social Security's annual increases be linked to inflation.
IS THAT WEIRD?
Yes, and some critics have argued for years that Social Security should change to a different measure, one that’s pegged to older people in particular.
Another experimental index, called CPI-E, is supposed to offer a better reflection of how Americans aged 62 and above spend their money. It has historically shown higher rates of inflation for older Americans than the CPI-U or CPI-W, but it has not taken hold. Neither have other measures compiled by organizations outside the government that hope to show how inflation affects older Americans specifically.
Recently, the CPI-E has shown a bit milder inflation than CPI-W or CPI-U.
WHY NOT USE ONE OF THOSE OTHER INDEXES?
To calculate the CPI-E, the government pulls from the same survey data used to measure the broad CPI-U. But there are relatively few older households in that data set, meaning it may not be the most accurate.
All indexes give just a rough approximation of what inflation really is. But the more pressing challenge may be that if the government switched to a different index, one that showed higher inflation for older Americans, Social Security would have to pay out higher benefits.
That in turn would mean a faster drain on Social Security's trust fund, which looks to run empty in a little more than a decade at its current pace.
HOW IS THE SIZE SET FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS?
Through a complicated formula that takes into account several factors, including how much a worker made in their 35 highest-earning years. Generally, those who made more money and those who wait longer to start getting Social Security get larger benefits, up to a point.
This year, the maximum allowed benefit for someone who retired at full retirement age is $3,345 monthly.
WILL RICH PEOPLE GET THE SAME BOOST IN SOCIAL SECURITY?
Yes. Everyone gets the same percentage increase, whether they have millions of dollars in retirement savings or are just scraping by.
IF THE INCREASE IS BASED ON INFLATION IN URBAN AREAS, WILL PEOPLE IN RURAL AREAS GET THE SAME BOOST?
Yes.
“The COLA doesn't take into account where you live or your actual spending patterns,” said William Arnone, CEO of the National Academy of Social Insurance. "For some people, it's an overstatement of cost of living for, say, small towns in the Midwest versus urban areas like New York, D.C. or Chicago. With many older people choosing to live in suburban areas or rural areas, some will benefit more” than others from the same-sized increase.
DO BIGGER PAYOUTS NOW MEAN SMALLER PAYOUTS IN THE FUTURE?
The expected increase is great news for every beneficiary and for the businesses around them that could see more in sales. But it also means the Social Security system will pay out more money sooner, which can add more strain on its trust fund.
One year of big increases driven by inflation won't drain the system by itself, but it's already long been heading toward an unsustainable future. The latest annual trustees report for Social Security said its trust funds that pay out retirement and survivors and disability benefits will be able to pay scheduled benefits on a timely basis until 2035. After that, incoming cash from taxes will be enough to pay 80% of scheduled benefits.
WILL THIS MAKE INFLATION WORSE?
It will put more cash in the hands of people who mostly really need it, and they're very likely to use it. That will feed more fuel into the economy, which could keep upward pressure on inflation.
Social Security's boost, though, will have a smaller impact on the economy than past stimulus packages provided by Washington, snarls in supply chains caused by worldwide shutdowns of businesses or other factors that economists say are behind the worst inflation in decades.
SO EVERYTHING'S GOING TERRIBLY?
The risk of a recession seems to grow by the day, but many economists expect inflation to come down as interest-rate hikes take effect and supply chains continue to improve.
Economists at Deutsche Bank, for example, expect inflation to ease from 8.2% this past August to 7.2% in the last three months of this year. In 2023, they see it dropping to 3.9% in the second half of the year.
This is key for many Social Security beneficiaries. That would mean the COLA they receive this upcoming year would be bigger than the inflation they're feeling at the moment. That would help make up for this past year, where actual inflation far outstripped the cost-of-living increase they got in January 2022. | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/living/article/EXPLAINER-A-huge-jump-in-Social-Security-17504117.php | 2022-10-12 19:09:08 | 1 | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/living/article/EXPLAINER-A-huge-jump-in-Social-Security-17504117.php |
Jamal was born in Pittsburgh, broke through with his small group music in Chicago in the 1950s, and recorded scores of records through 2016 — a 65-year recording career. He died April 16.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Keith Ellison gave up a safe seat in Congress to run for Minnesota attorney general, saying it was his best chance to push back against the policies of Donald Trump. Now locked in a tough reelection fight, he’s arguing that he’s been far less of a partisan warrior than his critics claim.
Ellison squeaked into office in 2018, taking a post that Democrats had traditionally won easily. But he was a polarizing figure in the eyes of some voters. The outspoken progressive came from the Bernie Sanders wing of the Democratic Party, and Republicans tried to draw attention to his past associations with Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, though Ellison had publicly renounced Farrakhan when he first ran for the U.S. House in 2006.
His bid for a second term as attorney general comes after four tumultuous years that put Minnesota in the world spotlight over the police killings of George Floyd and other Black men. His Republican opponent, hedge fund lawyer Jim Schultz, says Ellison deserves much of the blame for the surge in violent crime that followed.
To fight back, Ellison has used this summer’s U.S. Supreme Court decision rolling back abortion rights to rally Democrats and suburban swing voters. He’s also urged those voters to look at his work on more everyday issues such as affordable health care and prescription drugs, consumer and business fraud protections and protections for workers against wage theft — all things that belie his image, he said.
“They think I’m going to be a firebrand and I end up being a fairly pragmatic guy,” Ellison said in an interview. “That’s true of my entire service.”
Ellison was already leading a major initiative for greater police accountability when Floyd died under the knee of former Minneapolis Officer Derek Chauvin in 2020. Ellison went on to lead the prosecution team that got Chauvin convicted of murder the next year, a verdict that potentially averted another eruption of violence.
Ellison also took a step that his Republican critics are now trying to use against him. He strongly backed a charter amendment in Minneapolis that arose from the “defund the police” movement. It would have replaced the city’s police department with a loosely defined department of public safety, with details to be worked out later. Voters rejected it.
On the campaign trail, Schultz depicts Ellison as being “at the forefront of the defund-the-police movement” and blames that movement for the departures of hundreds of dispirited police officers in Minneapolis and elsewhere. And he blames those losses for the spike in gun violence, carjackings and other crimes since the pandemic.
“Far left, extreme politicians like Keith Ellison have gotten behind really reckless policies like defunding the police,” Schultz said in an interview. “It’s deeply wrong. It’s immoral.”
Violent crime has been rising across Minnesota since the pandemic began, with Minneapolis accounting for much of the increase, while its police force has fallen about 300 officers short of its authorized strength. Minnesota saw a 21.6% statewide increase in violent crime in 2021 from 2020, with violent crime in greater Minnesota rising by 16% and by 23.9% in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area.
Ellison said he doesn’t regret supporting the charter amendment, but he said he never supported “defunding the police” and said it didn’t accurately describe the amendment.
He also dismissed Schultz’s claim that he’s hostile to police, saying he regards policing as a noble profession and that Chauvin did more to invite scorn and demoralize officers than anything he ever did.
“I’m the one who prosecuted him for killing George Floyd,” Ellison said. “So I’m the one trying to restore the honor and dignity of policing.”
Ellison also led the prosecution of former Brooklyn Center Officer Kim Potter, who said she confused her gun for her Taser when she killed Daunte Wright during a traffic stop last year. She was convicted of manslaughter in December. Schultz has said he would support commuting her two-year sentence.
Crime isn’t the only issue that has Schultz, a 36-year-old political newcomer, hopeful of being the first Republican to occupy the attorney general’s office since 1971. He also accuses Ellison of “unbelievable incompetence” for failing to stop a massive fraud scheme in its early stages, with 49 people charged so far with stealing at least $250 million from federal programs administered by the state to provide low-income children with nutritious meals during the pandemic. Ellison has countered that his office helped uncover the fraud.
If Ellison is to survive both that attack and the policing criticism to win a second term, abortion rights is likely to be the issue that does it.
Schultz vowed this spring to do everything in his power as attorney general to aggressively defend the unborn. After Roe’s reversal, he joined many other Republicans trying to pivot away from abortion and back to crime in a state where abortion rights are protected under the state constitution.
Meanwhile, Ellison brought New York Attorney General Letitia James to Minnesota in early September to raise money from abortion rights supporters in the legal community. Soon after, he visited an abortion clinic in Moorhead that moved across the border from Fargo, North Dakota, to escape a trigger ban on abortion. Ellison vowed early on that his office won’t cooperate if other states seek to prosecute women who come to Minnesota for abortions.
Ellison said the election is about more than abortion rights or crime. Trump’s rhetoric, the Jan. 6 insurrection, the Supreme Court’s abortion decision and the rise of “MAGA Republicans” have put democracy in doubt, he said.
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UTI campuses will receive training tools, while students will receive discounts as part of the extended partnership
PHOENIX, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute (UTI), a division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI), and a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades, and energy education programs, is announcing the extension of its alliance with Snap-on to ensure automotive, diesel, motorcycle, marine and collision repair technician students have the tools and training they need to launch careers in the transportation industry. UTI has counted Snap-on as an industry partner for more than 20 years.
Their new five-year agreement means Snap-on will continue supplying students in these programs offered at 14 campuses in eight states with state-of-the-industry training tools and equipment, along with exclusive student discounts. Students who are near graduation, have no outstanding obligations to the school, and who have not previously taken part in a tool voucher program on any UTI, MMI, or NASCAR Tech-affiliated campus may be eligible to participate in the UTI Tool Voucher Program. Additionally, all UTI, NASCAR Tech or MMI students, regardless of program, may participate in Snap-on's tool discount and financing program(s) upon meeting the qualification requirements.
"Our continued collaboration with Snap-on supports future technicians with the training and tools required for a career in the transportation industry," said John Dodson, VP of Business Alliances and NASCAR at UTI. "Our students have high standards and want to make a substantial impact on the industry, and that's why we work with top companies like Snap-on. We're also excited that they've expanded our partnership to support our 'Instructor of the Year' program."
Snap-on has begun sponsoring recognition of the "Instructor of the Year" recipients across UTI, MMI and NASCAR Tech campus locations. This includes annual updates and imagery of the award winners on a featured wall. The "Instructor of the Year" award is given to the instructor with the best results based on Education Satisfaction Index and Course Completion Rates, and who is considered a true model of a UTI instructor – one with an overall positive influence on the campus that works with and mentors peers and collaborates with supporting departments.
"Upskilling America's workforce is critical to the future of our country. Partnerships with UTI ensure students are prepared for their careers as professional technicians," said Andy Lobo, President Snap-on Industrial. "Providing future makers and fixers with professional-grade tools, industry-specific curriculum and the support of trained instructors sets them up on a successful path forward. "
For more information on UTI and its wide range of programs and training, visit www.uti.edu.
About Universal Technical Institute, Inc.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) (the "Company") was founded in 1965 and is a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades and healthcare education programs, whose mission is to serve students, partners, and communities by providing quality education and support services for in-demand careers across a number of highly-skilled fields. The Company is comprised of two divisions: Universal Technical Institute ("UTI") and Concorde Career Colleges ("Concorde"). UTI operates 16 campuses located in 9 states and offers a wide range of transportation and skilled trades technical training programs under brands such as UTI, MIAT College of Technology, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Marine Mechanics Institute and NASCAR Technical Institute. Concorde operates across 17 campuses in 8 states, offering programs in the Allied Health, Dental, Nursing, Patient Care and Diagnostic fields. For more information, visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu, or visit us on LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career Colleges or on Twitter @news_UTI or @ConcordeCareer.
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When I was younger, my dad said I could change my first name to whatever I wanted. I desperately wanted to fit in, and thought having a more American name that people wouldn’t butcher would make my third-grade life easier. I ended up not finding something I liked (didn’t want to be another Christina or Jennifer or even Connie), but it still took me a long time to become proud of my heritage.
So when my civil wedding ceremony was around the corner, I called my immigrant dad for advice.
“Daddy, should I change my last name?” I asked in Korean over KakaoTalk, the Korean chat app.
His sparse yet bushy eyebrows collided as his mouth opened to burst a declaration.
“No,” he insisted from the other side of the world. “You are an Im!”
Dad’s answer threw me off. I was so focused on planning my wedding and becoming a wife, I had forgotten — for a moment — I was his daughter. I was an Im, descendant of the mat-gil Im clan, of which I’m told there are not many descendants. Im in hanja, or Chinese characters, roughly translates to responsibility. Would it be irresponsible to lose a part of my Korean identity?
A lot of my understanding of our culture came from personal experience and through several Korean dramas, where I witnessed or vicariously lived through how when a woman marries into a man’s family, she ends up serving as a dutiful wife and subservient daughter-in-law.
Yet not all Korean women changed their name to the man’s. Turns out, because the woman is not really family by blood, and therefore does not take the husband’s family name. But the children always take the father’s name, just like most heterosexual couples in America. And because I have a brother, the pressure is off to keep the family name going.
My fiancé is German. He fits some of the stereotypes: rational, reasonable and modern. We met through Bumble on a crisp winter night during the pandemic, bundled up and seated outdoors in a heated patio. We bonded over our shared values of family and quickly realized we shared the same humor.
He walked me to my door in Fremont and we bridged the COVID-19 gap by kissing. After almost exclusively hanging out with each other every other day, we moved into a Ballard apartment about nine months later, and he proposed over breakfast croissants with the sapphire ring we had shopped for together in the University District.
We love to talk about, rate and debate things, including our future. A few months ago, I was grateful he brought the name change for discussion.
“How do you feel about your last name?” he asked. “Are you changing it? Should I change my last name to yours?”
I hadn’t even considered the latter option.
Many people consider how their last name sounds and looks. The perfect combination of a first and last name can be seamless, even impactful. Hope Powers. Jon Bon Jovi. Johnson Johnson. My surname is short, and it technically is a German proposition (“in”), but I thought it might sound weird or more confusing as a hip, hyphenated name — not that there’s anything wrong with bringing two cultures together.
Alex shared a practical example. His brother used to have his mother’s last name, but a hospital incident changed everything. His dad was unable to prove on the spot they were related so his dad couldn’t tend to the emergency. So, everyone became one by name. Would my partner or I have to carry a birth certificate around in the future for verification?
I’ve also thought about how our future children would be affected by a more ethnic last name, whether it’s affirmative action or unconscious bias. I guess it will also depend who they end up looking like, but minorities will make up the majority by 2050 anyway. And while Seattle ranks highly across America for its mixed-race population, I’ve still heard stories about women of color annoyingly being mistaken as the nanny.
I am thrilled to get married to a wonderful person after a merry-go-round of yearslong dating, but there’s a part of me that’s nostalgic about metaphorically leaving my nuclear family I’ve become closer to, and proud of.
Besides, it turns out that today more women are embracing keeping their maiden names. My partner and I live together, and I’m already on his health insurance. While our wedding is a “life event,” we almost don’t have anything to declare or change except the drop-down selection in our W-4. Ultimately, I feel more passionate about where I come from. It’s important to keep a sense of self inside a relationship, and I know in my heart we will still function as a unit — and we will as a family.
On Feb. 6, I signed my original name on my wedding certificate as Person A. Person B and I kissed and sealed the deal. In Washington, we still have time to change our names later. | https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/love-marriage-and-surnames/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2023-05-27 22:59:00 | 0 | https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/love-marriage-and-surnames/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
Remembering Delaney on 40th anniversary of death
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Mike Florio pays tribute to the life of Joe Delaney, who selflessly tried to save three boys from drowning, despite being unable to swim himself. June 29, 2023 marks the 40th anniversary of his death. | https://www.nbcsports.com/watch/nfl/profootballtalk/giants-reportedly-acquire-game-changer-in-waller | 2023-07-02 06:40:06 | 0 | https://www.nbcsports.com/watch/nfl/profootballtalk/giants-reportedly-acquire-game-changer-in-waller |
STATEWIDE — It takes more than feeding the hungry to end hunger, and that’s the long-term goal for Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana.
Gleaners President & CEO Fred Glass was one of five food bank leaders to talk about hunger at the United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) Summit in Washington D.C. Tuesday. The summit is a the first follow up event to the White House’s Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health held last month.
“I think we may be at a tipping point, and we may actually get some [financial] investments across the board, and I think Gleaners has a huge role to play in that,” says Glass.
The core of the summit and conference on hunger is discussing different ways to address world hunger and how it affects the health of everyone, including Hoosiers. Glass estimates 80-percent of illnesses that end people’s lives are based in hunger. Food bank leaders like Glass are addressing the issue with the theme of “food is medicine.”
“We’re increasing providing healthier and healthier foods,” Glass continues, “more produce, more protein, more diary to a population that often times has a hard time accessing quality food.”
Glass describes the biggest issues regarding hunger as a “double whammy,” at least here in Indiana. Gleaners has seen increased demand – twice as much as before the pandemic, says Glass. Lines are longer, demand is higher, and Gleaners is busy with more and more meals delivered to more and more families.
“The second part of the whammy is food is more expensive for most of us just like you and your listeners. Most of our food is not donated, contrary to what a lot of people might think,” says Glass.
He says Gleaners has to actually go out and buy much of its food, which means employing more people to source more foods from more places. But that comes at a cost, both figuratively and literally. Inflation has affected Gleaners as well, with food costing more money, meaning lighter wallets for Gleaners.
However, Glass is optimistic, “it’s a scary time but that’s what we do. Our commitment is to find and deliver that food to the people who need it.”
Children are typically the ones who need food the most. Glass says traditionally, most people assuming children experience hunger at greater levels during the summer months, when school’s out and those school lunches provided through federal programs are no longer there. But Glass says if you dig deeper, the most dangerous time, at least for now, is the winter. Parents and families have to try and balance the financial burden of keeping their kids fed and the house warm.
But once again, it’s a problem that Gleaners is attempting to solve. With investments in equipment and manpower, Glass says he’s hopeful that Tuesday’s summit and the White House conference can produce more partnerships and food resources. Those are just a few of the small steps towards the big picture, and that picture is of a world where hunger isn’t a problem. | https://wibc.com/141232/how-gleaners-food-bank-is-fighting-inflation-pandemic-levels-of-demand/ | 2022-10-26 19:28:37 | 1 | https://wibc.com/141232/how-gleaners-food-bank-is-fighting-inflation-pandemic-levels-of-demand/ |
PITTSBURGH, Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a new way to entice a cat to play with a playhouse," said an inventor, from Alexandria, Va., "so I invented the CAT ACTIVITY PLAY CENTER. My design would provide a much greater level of entertainment than traditional cat playhouses."
The invention provides an improved design for a cat playhouse. In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional scratching surfaces and platforms. As a result, it enhances entertainment, fun and comfort and it could help to prevent loss of interest. The invention features an automated design that is easy to use so it is ideal for cat owners.
The original design was submitted to the Washington D.C. sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 21-WDH-2206, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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A Harford County Circuit Court judge has ruled in favor of the nonprofit organization the Chesapeake Bay Foundation in its lawsuit against Harford County regarding the Abingdon Woods development project.
Judge Diane Adkins-Tobin ruled that the county and the project developer, BTC II I-95 Logistics Center LLC and Harford Investors LLP, didn’t provide a basis for waiving requirements of the state’s Forest Conservation Act to remove 49 trees.
The county Department of Planning and Zoning now must provide justification for removing “specimen” – or large mature – trees.
The decision, made earlier this month, sends remands the issue back to the county’s department of planning and zoning to provide findings as to why it allowed the developer a waiver to remove the trees.
According to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, which initiated the lawsuit on behalf of residents of Abingdon Woods, state law requires developers to preserve the mature trees unless they prevent property owners from having rights “commonly enjoyed by others.” The judge ruled that Harford County did not provide a factual basis as to how the developer’s property rights were infringed upon by the tree requirement.
“This is a major victory for citizens to ensure that the Forest Conservation Act in Maryland can be used to protect forested land from unceasing encroachment by developers,” Paul Smail, Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s director of litigation, said in a news release. “The judge’s ruling sends a message to counties and developers that there must be a clear factual basis for granting waivers from the state’s requirements to protect forested land.”
A stop work order for the Abingdon Woods project was issued in January by Harford County Public Works over the “lack of a valid forest conservation plan.”
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The Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s lawsuit against the county was originally filed in January 2020 challenging the validity of the project’s forest conservation plan.
Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly said when he first took office last year, he had concerns about the Abingdon Woods project’s forest conservation plan approved by the administration of previous Harford County Executive Barry Glassman.
In a statement to The Aegis, Cassilly said: “I then instructed the county attorney [Jefferson Blomquist] to ask the Harford County Circuit Court to return the plan to my administration for further review, so that we could properly apply the law according to the Supreme Court’s opinion. I am pleased that the Circuit Court has done that.”
Cassilly said his administration has found the project’s forest conservation plan to be “deficient in numerous aspects, including the protection of priority forest and the buffer separating the project from adjacent residential areas.”
He said the developer will be notified that the plan has been nullified and that they needed to submit a new one.
Tracey Waite, president of Harford County Climate Action, said that the Circuit Court’s decision is an important precedent for the State of Maryland.
“These court actions and decisions have kept hope alive even as trees were being cut down,” Waite said in a statement. “The more opposition and obstacles the developers face, the closer they might come to a decision to sell the property for preservation purposes instead of continuing to fight to build warehouses.” | https://www.baltimoresun.com/maryland/harford/aegis/cng-ag-harford-judge-sends-abingdon-woods-conservation-plan-back-to-county-20230601-vgxeyyohlrba5c723tziw2u4ym-story.html | 2023-06-01 19:18:42 | 1 | https://www.baltimoresun.com/maryland/harford/aegis/cng-ag-harford-judge-sends-abingdon-woods-conservation-plan-back-to-county-20230601-vgxeyyohlrba5c723tziw2u4ym-story.html |
If cereal is one of your go-to breakfast foods, chances are you enjoy it in a bowl with milk. Did you know, however, that some people actually prefer it with orange juice?
No, we’re not talking a bowl of cereal and a glass of OJ; some people apparently pour orange juice directly on their cereal! If that’s not the stuff of a dentist’s nightmares, I don’t know what could be.
With that in mind, Tropicana has created the first-ever breakfast cereal designed to specifically pair with orange juice. New Tropicana Crunch is made with honey almond-flavored clusters that when paired with orange juice can be spooned and sipped. Each box also comes with a paper straw that looks like the one used on the company’s trademark branding.
While not currently for sale, you can head to Tropicana’s website on May 4, which is National Orange Juice Day, for a chance at getting a box while supplies last. You’ll want to head to the website as soon as you can, as chances are the boxes will go pretty quickly.
“Whether you hate it or love it, you won’t know until you try it,” Tropicana writes on its website promoting the new cereal. “It may not be for everyone, (but it could be for you!)”
This is the not the first time Tropicana has released an offbeat product meant to be paired with orange juice. In October 2021, the brand created a toothpaste that it said wouldn’t ruin the taste of orange juice. The toothpaste was made without sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) — a cleaning agent prevalent in other toothpastes — which is what causes a bitter taste when you brush your teeth before drinking orange juice.
The toothpaste, which tasted like mint, was, like the cereal, not for sale and only given away to a few “lucky” people. You can, however, buy other toothpastes without SLS, giving you essentially the same experience. Because SLS is actually an irritant for people with sensitive teeth and gums, Sensodyne has several SLS-free toothpastes that should keep your teeth feeling clean and your orange juice tasting pleasant.
Orange juice on cereal is one thing but have you ever tried chocolate milk on Rice Krispies? *Chef’s Kiss*
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BOYERTOWN, Pa., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClimeCo, a global company that focuses on developing and trading environmental commodities and on advising clients on sustainability and emerging environmental markets, announces a partnership with Aclymate.
Aclymate is a web-based application solution for small and medium-sized businesses that desire to address their climate footprint but are otherwise unable to do so in a practical or economical manner. They offer users a robust, intuitive, and friendly way to transform their best climate intentions into climate action so that any business can become a climate leader.
"There are more than 30 million small businesses in the United States alone. Small business owners are passionate about being part of the solution to environmental problems," says Derek Six, Chief Operating Officer at ClimeCo. "Still, there were not any affordable and effective tools for these business owners to begin their sustainability journey. Aclymate empowers small businesses, and ClimeCo is excited to support this effort."
Aclymate provides carbon footprint and certification services to smaller companies at a cost-effective price, allowing them to show their customers, employees, and stakeholders that they are taking action in the fight against climate change.
"I have been fortunate to know a great many players in carbon markets, and I can say, unequivocally, that Derek and the ClimeCo team are amongst the best," says Mike Smith, CEO of Aclymate. "I am very excited about this partnership and how we can bring the power of ClimeCo to the small and medium-sized business space."
ClimeCo will participate on the Board of Directors and support Aclymate in maintaining a great selection of high-quality offset projects. This collaboration will provide Aclymate's clients with expanded services, including expert ESG Advisory from ClimeCo. The partnership will also strengthen Aclymate's carbon accounting and carbon offset offerings to a market segment that is generally underserved.
Aclymate empowers small and medium-sized businesses to become Climate Leaders. With no special knowledge required, our customers can determine their emissions footprint in under 10 minutes per month, find ways to reduce their impact, and offset what cannot be eliminated – all leading to our Climate Leader certification. For more information or to sign up for a free consultation, please go to https://aclymate.com.
ClimeCo is a respected global advisor, transaction facilitator, trader, and developer of environmental commodity market products and related services. We specialize in voluntary carbon, regulated carbon, renewable energy credits, plastics credits, and regional criteria pollutant trading programs. Complementing these programs is a team of professionals skilled in providing sustainability program management services, and in developing and financing of GHG abatement and mitigation systems.
For more information, contact us at info@climeco.com.
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Average long-term US mortgage rate drops a 5th straight week
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate inched down for the fifth straight week, positive news for potential home buyers and a real estate market that’s been chilled by the Federal Reserve’s series of interest rate hikes the past year.
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average on the benchmark 30-year rate ticked down to 6.27% from 6.28% the previous week. The average rate last year at this time was 5%.
The average long-term mortgage rate hit 7.08% in the fall — a two-decade high.
The recent decline in mortgage rates is good news for prospective homebuyers, many of whom were pushed to the sidelines during the past year as the Federal Reserve raised its main lending rate nine straight times in a bid to beat back stubborn, four-decade high inflation.
Though supply remains low, home prices are retreating slightly, another development that could lure buyers back into the market. The national median home price slipped 0.2% from February last year to $363,000, marking the first annual decline in 13 years, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Rising borrowing costs can add hundreds of dollars a month in costs for homebuyers and cooled off a red-hot housing market. Before surging 14.5% in February, sales of existing homes had fallen for 12 straight months to the slowest pace in more than a dozen years.
In 2022, existing U.S. home sales fell 17.8% from 2021, the weakest year for home sales since 2014 and the biggest annual decline since the housing crisis began in 2008, the National Association of Realtors reported earlier this year.
In their latest quarterly economic projections, Fed policymakers forecast that they expect to raise that key rate just once more — from its new level of about 4.9% to 5.1%, the same peak they had projected in December.
While the Fed’s rate hikes do impact borrowing rates across the board for businesses and families, rates on 30-year mortgages usually track the moves in the 10-year Treasury yield, which lenders use as a guide to pricing loans. Investor expectations for future inflation, global demand for U.S. Treasurys and what the Federal Reserve does with interest rates can also influence the cost of borrowing for a home.
Treasury yields have fluctuated wildly since the collapse of two mid-size U.S. banks last month. The yield on the 10-year Treasury, which helps set rates for mortgages and other important loans, was at 3.41% Thursday but had been above 4% early in March.
The rate for a 15-year mortgage, popular with those refinancing their homes, fell this week to 5.54% from 5.64% last week. It was 4.17% one year ago.
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Fundraising efforts continue for family of girl killed, mother hurt in fiery crash at Derby QT
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Fundraising efforts continue one week after a 3-year-old girl died and her mother suffered critical injuries in a fiery crash at a QuikTrip in Derby. Monday, Wichita Brewing Company stepped to help in the effort, donating a portion of its sales to the family.
“Everyone talks about giving back to the community. We don’t want to just say it, we want to do it,” said Wichita Brewing Company Co-owner Jeremy Horn.
Horn said a member of the serving staff at Wichita Brewing Company is related to the family. She leaned on her work family for help.
“She asked if we could do a give-back night for the [Help for Brandon Ivy and Family] GoFundMe,” Horn said.
Ivy is the father of 3-year-old Harper, killed in the crash. Harper’s mother is stable at a local hospital, an update on the GoFundMe page for the family said.
As of Monday night, more than 1,700 donations on the page totaled nearly $83,000. While that total makes a difference, the need remains. For Horn, stepping up to join the supportive effort was a matter of when, not if.
“A tragedy like that to hit a staff member of ours, it’s not a ‘can we do it?’ It’s ‘when are we going to get this done’ type of situation,” Horn said.
On Monday, the Wichita Brewing Company donated 10% of all its non-alcoholic sales to Brandon Ivy and his family.
“Being that it hits so close to home, a family member of the WBC family, it’s just what we do,” Horn said of the outreach effort.
Horn said he hoped the Wichita Brewing Company would be able to contribute up to $1,000 to the family.
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Updated October 22, 2022 at 9:12 AM ET
GREENWOOD, Miss. — Hundreds of people applauded — and some wiped away tears — as a Mississippi community unveiled a larger-than-life statue of Emmett Till on Friday, not far from where white men kidnapped and killed the Black teenager over accusations he had flirted with a white woman in a country store.
"Change has come, and it will continue to happen," Madison Harper, a senior at Leflore County High School, told a racially diverse audience at the statue's dedication. "Decades ago, our parents and grandparents could not envision that a moment like today would transpire."
The 1955 lynching became a catalyst for the civil rights movement. Till's mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, insisted on an open-casket funeral in Chicago so the world could see the horrors inflicted on her 14-year-old son. Jet magazine published photos of his mutilated body, which was pulled from the Tallahatchie River in Mississippi.
The 9-foot (2.7-meter) tall bronze statue in Greenwood's Rail Spike Park is a jaunty depiction of the living Till in slacks, dress shirt and tie with one hand on the brim of a hat.
The rhythm and blues song, "Wake Up, Everybody" played as workers pulled a tarp off the figure. Dozens of people surged forward, shooting photos and video on cellphones.
Anna-Maria Webster of Rochester, New York, had tears running down her face.
"It's beautiful to be here," said Webster, attending the ceremony on a sunny afternoon during a visit with Mississippi relatives. Speaking of Till's mother she said: "Just to imagine the torment she went through — all over a lie."
Mississippi has the highest percentage of Black residents of any state, now about 38%. Democratic U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson, whose district encompasses the Delta, noted that Mississippi had no Black elected officials when Till was killed. He said Till's death helped spur change.
"But you, know, change has a way of becoming slower and slower," said Thompson, the only Black member of Mississippi's current congressional delegation. "What we have to do in dedicating this monument to Emmett Till is recommit ourselves to the spirit of making a difference in our community."
The statue is a short drive from an elaborate Confederate monument outside the Leflore County Courthouse and about 10 miles (16 kilometers) from the crumbling remains of the store, Bryant's Grocery & Meat Market, in Money.
The statue's unveiling coincided with the release this month of "Till," a movie exploring Till-Mobley's private trauma over her son's death and her transformation into a civil rights activist.
The Rev. Wheeler Parker Jr., the last living witness to his cousin's kidnapping, wasn't able to travel from Illinois for Friday's dedication. But he told The Associated Press on Wednesday: "We just thank God someone is keeping his name out there."
He said some wrongly thought Till got what he deserved for breaking the taboo of flirting with a white woman, adding many people didn't want to talk about the case for decades.
"Now there's interest in it, and that's a godsend," Parker said. "You know what his mother said: 'I hope he didn't die in vain.'"
Greenwood and Leflore County are both more than 70% Black and officials have worked for years to bring the Till statue to reality. Democratic state Sen. David Jordan of Greenwood secured $150,000 in state funding and a Utah artist, Matt Glenn, was commissioned to create the statue.
Jordan said he hopes it will draw tourists to learn more about the area's history. "Hopefully, it will bring all of us together," he said.
Till and Parker had traveled from Chicago to spend the summer of 1955 with relatives in the deeply segregated Mississippi Delta. On Aug. 24, the two teens took a short trip with other young people to the store in Money. Parker said he heard Till whistle at shopkeeper Carolyn Bryant.
Four days later, Till was abducted in the middle of the night from his uncle's home. The kidnappers tortured and shot him, weighted his body down with a cotton gin fan and dumped him into the river.
Jordan, who is Black, was a college student in 1955 when he drove to the Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Sumner to watch the murder trial of two white men charged with killing Till — Carolyn's husband Roy Bryant and his half brother, J.W. Milam.
An all-white, all-male jury acquitted the two men, who later confessed to Look magazine that they killed Till.
Nobody has ever been convicted in the lynching. The U.S. Justice Department has opened multiple investigations starting in 2004 after receiving inquiries about whether charges could be brought against anyone still living.
In 2007, a Mississippi prosecutor presented evidence to a grand jury of Black and white Leflore County residents after investigators spent three years re-examining the killing. The grand jury declined to issue indictments.
The Justice Department reopened an investigation in 2018 after a 2017 book quoted Carolyn Bryant — now remarried and named Carolyn Bryant Donham — saying she lied when she claimed Till grabbed her, whistled and made sexual advances. Relatives have publicly denied Donham, who is in her 80s, recanted her allegations. The department closed that investigation in late 2021 without bringing charges.
This year, a group searching the Leflore County Courthouse basement found an unserved 1955 arrest warrant for "Mrs. Roy Bryant." In August, another Mississippi grand jury found insufficient evidence to indict Donham, causing consternation for Till relatives and activists.
Although Mississippi has dozens of Confederate monuments, some have been moved in recent years, including one relocated in 2020 from the University of Mississippi campus to a cemetery where Confederate soldiers are buried.
The state has a few monuments to Black historical figures, including one honoring civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer in Ruleville.
A historical marker outside Bryant's Grocery has been knocked down and vandalized. Another marker near where Till's body was pulled from the Tallahatchie River has been vandalized and shot. The Till statue in Greenwood will be watched by security cameras.
Jordan won applause when he said Friday: "If some idiot tears it down, we're going to put it right back up."
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Impartner's annual company summit held in October won gold in the Strategic Communications—Special Event category; the company was ranked by G2 as the No. 1 in the Mid-Market Partner Management category in its Fall 2022 Report for the second consecutive time
SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Impartner, the world's most complete channel management platform and Partner Relationship Management (PRM) provider, announced it has been named a Gold Winner in the 2022 MarCom Awards in the Strategic Communications—Special Event category for its annual customer summit, ImpartnerCON2022, that commenced last month.
ImpartnerCON, held on Oct. 19-21 in Salt Lake City, is one of the world's largest vendor-led channel industry events gathering the most influential channel leaders and industry speakers to collaborate, celebrate, educate and inspire on Impartner's product vision and direction.
"Impartner's success is the success of its customers—their partner relationships and the connections they make," said Dave R. Taylor, CMO at Impartner. "ImpartnerCON showcases all of Impartner's capabilities and those it serves. ImpartnerCON2022 was bigger and better than ever, hosting more than 400 attendees to accommodate Impartner's expanded customer base, prospective buyers and a newly developed partner channel. We are so pleased to be named a Gold Winner by the MarCom awards for this outstanding event."
This year's event, titled Odyssey, focused on the next phase of channel ecosystem evolution to provide guests with a truly unique and educational experience. Channel innovators and executives from companies of all sizes and industries learned how to optimize their digital transformation and partner experience from presentations made by well-known industry analysts, leading channel organizations and Impartner executives such as Jay McBain, Chief Analyst, Channels, Partnerships and Ecosystems, at Canalys, Maria Chien, VP Research Director at Forrester, and more.
Often categorized as the next Salesforce Dreamforce for the channel, ImpartnerCON delivered unparalleled, experiential education related to its product and value messaging with hologram technology showcasing conference speakers—combining the virtual and live experience for guests. Guests interacted with the hologram for a special social media campaign around #ImpartnerCON22.
"I am blown away seeing how they have listened to their customers to bring the best new tools for their system. They practice what they preach," said Nicole M., director of partner experience at a mid-market company.
ImpartnerCON2022 brought reviews to life for customers to provide product feedback on-site by offering a live review station on G2—the world's largest and most trusted software marketplace. According to G2 rankings, Impartner remains the No. 1 pure-play PRM leader in the Fall 2022 rankings. G2 has awarded Impartner No. 1 in the Mid-Market Partner Management Grid in its Fall 2022 Report for the second consecutive time. Impartner has also been listed as No. 1 on the Mid-Market Results Index; No. 1 on the Mid-Market Relationship Index; and as a Leader on the TCMA and overall PRM Grids. Impartner has been ranked for eight consecutive quarters with a 4.6+ Star average.
The MarCom Awards is an international creative competition that recognizes outstanding achievements by marketing and communication professionals. This year, there were over 6,000 entries in more than 300 categories in Print, Web, Video, and Strategic Communications from throughout the United States, Canada, and 43 other countries.
MarCom is one of the world's oldest, largest, and most-respected creative competitions. Winning a MarCom Award is highly sought-after, peer recognition from the creative industry. MarCom winners range from huge international creative agencies and Fortune 500 companies to individual creative professionals. Entries come from corporate marketing and communication departments, advertising agencies, public relations firms, design shops, production companies, and freelancers. The awards are administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals.
A list of MarCom Winners can be found on the MarCom Awards website: www.marcomawards.com.
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Tax season is officially here. The IRS began accepting tax returns Monday, January 23 until April 18th. As the season gets underway, a warning from the IRS-your tax refund will likely be smaller this year.
The end of the pandemic era stimulus checks, tax relief, and changes to several tax credits and deductions are adding up to many taxpayers finding refunds lower than what they've seen the last few years.
"The biggest impact that I think most taxpayers are going to feel is slightly less in their tax refund," explained IRS Agent Luis Garcia.
"That's because a lot of the pandemic-related tax relief, the past child tax credit, the stimulus payments, all of those things have all gone away, and we're now back to just regular old tax season. So, it may be a little bit less in the tax refund this year," Garcia added.
Raleigh accountant Faith Bynum Patterson says if you regularly count on a refund, you may want to take a look at adjusting your deductions so you get more money back in your paycheck throughout the year.
"Tax refunds are a lot to wait on," Patterson said. "So, maybe think about adjusting your withholdings during the year so you get more of your money during the year and not have to wait for this large chunk of money to come at a certain time," she added.
SEE | IRS offers tips, resources ahead of 2023 tax filing season
Patterson says filing early and online with direct deposit is advised especially with the backlogs the last few years.
This year, the normal filing deadline of April 15th falls on a Saturday, and Monday the 17th is a holiday in Washington, D.C., so this year's tax deadline is Tuesday, April 18th.
Where's my money? Millions still waiting for 2021 tax refunds | How to get your money quickly in '23
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Note: x - clinched playoff berth; y - clinched division; Two points for a team winning in overtime or shootout; the team losing in overtime or shootout receives one which is registered in the OTL or SOL columns.
Friday's results
Moose Jaw 4 Swift Current 3 (SO)
Saskatoon 6 Prince Albert 2
Winnipeg 5 Edmonton 4 (OT)
Lethbridge 5 Regina 4 (OT)
Calgary 4 Red Deer 3 (OT)
Kamloops 6 Everett 3
Kelowna 4 Vancouver 3 (SO)
Prince George 8 Victoria 3
Portland 5 Spokane 2
Seattle 6 Tri-City 3
Saturday's results
Red Deer 9 Calgary 0
Swift Current at Moose Jaw, 7 p.m.
Edmonton at Brandon, 7 p.m.
Regina at Medicine Hat, 7 p.m.
Prince George at Victoria, 6:05 p.m.
Portland at Tri-City, 6:05 p.m.
Everett at Seattle, 6:05 p.m.
Vancouver at Kamloops, 7 p.m.
Kelowna at Spokane, 7:05 p.m.
Sunday's results
Prince Albert 8 Saskatoon 1
Winnipeg 4 Brandon 1
Vancouver 3 Prince George 2 (OT)
Kelowna 5 Tri-City 4 (SO)
Everett 5 Spokane 4 (SO)
Tuesday's results
Winnipeg at Prince Albert, 7 p.m.
Spokane at Portland, 7 p.m.
Wednesday's games
Saskatoon at Swift Current, 7 p.m.
Brandon at Regina, 7 p.m.
Lethbridge at Calgary, 7 p.m.
Kelowna at Prince George, 7 p.m.
Victoria at Kamloops, 7 p.m.
Friday's games
Prince Albert at Brandon, 7 p.m.
Moose Jaw at Regina, 7 p.m.
Swift Current at Red Deer, 7 p.m.
Calgary at Lethbridge, 7 p.m.
Medicine Hat at Edmonton, 7 p.m.
Victoria at Prince George, 7 p.m.
Kelowna at Kamloops, 7 p.m.
Tri-City at Spokane, 7:05 p.m.
Portland at Seattle, 7:05 p.m.
Everett at Vancouver, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday's games
Brandon at Saskatoon, 7 p.m.
Regina at Moose Jaw, 7 p.m.
Prince Albert at Winnipeg, 7:05 p.m.
Swift Current at Red Deer, 7 p.m.
Victoria at Prince George, 6 p.m.
Seattle at Portland, 6 p.m.
Calgary at Medicine Hat, 7 p.m.
Lethbridge at Edmonton, 7 p.m.
Spokane at Tri-City, 6:05 p.m.
Vancouver at Everett, 6:05 p.m.
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BOSTON (AP) — Ukrainians reacted Thursday with puzzlement and some ire to comments by a top Starlink official that their country has “weaponized” the satellite internet service, which has been pivotal to their national survival.
President Gwynne Shotwell of SpaceX, which runs Starlink, was also reported to have said at the same venue Wednesday that the Elon Musk-controlled company has taken unspecified action to prevent Ukraine's military from using Starlink technology against Russian invaders.
The network of low-orbiting satellites has been crucial to Ukraine's use of battlefield drones — a central fixture of the year-old war — and the country's defenders have no viable alternative. The satellite links help Ukrainian fighters locate the enemy and target long-range artillery strikes.
Onstage at a conference in Washington, D.C., Shotwell said: “We were really pleased to be able to provide Ukraine connectivity and help them in their fight for freedom. It was never intended to be weaponized. However, Ukrainians have leveraged it in ways that were unintentional and not part of any agreement."
Speaking separately to reporters from The Wall Street Journal and other news organizations afterward, Shotwell said SpaceX has worked to restrict Ukraine's use of Starlink for military purposes.
“There are things that we can do to limit their ability to do that,” they quoted her as saying without offering details. “There are things that we can do, and have done.”
That drew the ire of a top aide to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In a tweet, Mykhailo Podolyak said SpaceX needs to decide whether it is on the side of Ukraine's right to freedom or Russia's “'right' to kill & seize territories."
It was not clear whether Shotwell’s comments Wednesday were made at the urging of Musk, the founder, CEO and chief engineer of SpaceX. An email to SpaceX seeking comment was not immediately returned.
There was no indication of any interruption to Starlink service in Ukraine.
In a statement, the country's Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov reported "no problems with the operation of Starlink uplink terminals in Ukraine.” A ministry official familiar with the situation said checks Thursday of cities near the war's front lines found no indications of trouble with Starlink coverage. The official spoke on condition they not be further identified.
The 2,200-satellite constellation has been a lifeline for the country since Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion, especially vital as Ukraine struggles to keep electrical power and telecommunications operating under withering Russian missile and drone attacks on civilian targets.
In the statement, Fedorov touted the arrival of the first of a new batch of 10,000 terminals provided by the German government, adding: “Starlinks help save thousands of lives daily. The energy infrastructure continues to work due to Starlinks. Doctors perform complex surgeries thanks to the connection that Starlinks provide.”
The Thursday statement called Musk “one of the biggest private donors of our future victory,” estimating SpaceX's contributions as worth more than $100 million. “We hope for further stable work of Starlinks in Ukraine.”
A Ukrainian military official called Shotwell's statements “strange” given the well-established fact of the country's use of Starlink as a combat tool.
Musk caused a stir in October when he publicly called on the Pentagon to take over funding of Starlink's Ukraine effort.
The billionaire and Twitter owner later backed down. Earlier that month he raised Zelenskyy's hackles by arguing on Twitter that to achieve peace, Russia should be allowed to keep the Crimean Peninsula, which it seized in 2014. He also said Ukraine should adopt a neutral status, dropping a bid to join NATO.
About the same time, Starlink terminals stopped working in newly liberated territories at the Ukraine-Russia front lines in the Kherson region. Ukrainian officials later said that was because the speed of their reconquest had pushed forces into areas Starlink that had “geo-fenced” to prevent Russia from using the service.
In a late December interview, Fedorov told The Associated Press that 24,000 Starlink terminals were operating in the country, most provided by donors.
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AP military writer Tara Copp in Washington contributed to this report.
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SHENZHEN, China, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Proscenic, a global home appliance brand, has launched its latest Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for WashVac F20 3-in-1 Cordless Wet Dry Vacuum on May 20.
Are people tired of dealing with wet messes such as muddy footprints and messy food spills? Based on customers' feedback, the Proscenic team found that the existing products on the market can not fundamentally solve the problem. Recognizing that customers need a cleaning tool that combines cleaning efficiency and a user-friendly experience, Proscenic has developed WashVac F20.
"We know that cleanliness and hygiene have become a primary need for the consumer. That is why we set our goal to keep enhancing and improving core functions of our product," said Miles Jiang, vice president of Proscenic. "WashVac F20 is a game-changer, delivering a new and intelligent cleaning method that integrates sweeping, mopping, and washing into one step, simplifying hard floor cleaning. "
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin took action on nearly 850 bills approved during the 2022 General Assembly session, signing 700 and vetoing or amending others ahead of a looming deadline.
Youngkin has until midnight to approve, veto or change the bills passed this year. The governor’s office announced Monday that he has signed off on 700 bills and took action on 841 total pieces of legislation.
Measures to increase oversight of the Virginia Parole Board, require local school districts to notify parents if their children are being assigned materials with sexually explicit content, and changes for the state’s election officials are among the bills signed by Youngkin.
“These bills are all bipartisan and we can all be proud that together we’ve taken steps to make life easier for Virginians, make our Commonwealth’s economy more competitive, support law enforcement, protect the most vulnerable among us, increase access to health care, and take necessary steps toward making Virginia’s schools the absolute best in the nation,” Youngkin said in a statement.
One of the bills signed into law changes a rule for bicycles traveling side by side. The measure requires people riding bicycles on a highway to get into a single-file line “as quickly as is practicable when being overtaken from the rear by a faster-moving vehicle” to not impede the flow of traffic.
Many of the measures signed by Youngkin won’t go into effect until July. Any amendments he makes will have to be approved by the General Assembly. You can find all of the bills signed by Youngkin here.
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Philadelphia man arrested by US Marshals in Atlantic City after woman killed in bar
Anthony Nelson was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Atlantic City, New Jersey for the killing of Jailene Holton, who was killed in a Philadelphia bar
A man linked to the shooting death of a young woman inside a Philadelphia bar has been arrested, authorities said Wednesday.
Anthony Nelson was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals in connection with the June 28 killing of 21-year-old Jailene Holton at Philly Bar and Restaurant, Fox Philadelphia reported.
Nelson, a Philadelphia resident, was arrested in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He faces several charges, including murder.
Investigators believe Nelson was with a group of men arguing with a bouncer after they were told not to use the pool table because a league was playing.
PHILADELPHIA SUSPECT WANTED AFTER WOMAN SHOT WHILE SLEEPING IN HER APARTMENT
The group was kicked out of the bar and one of the men went to a vehicle to get a gun, authorities said. More than a dozen shots were fired at the bar from less than 200 feet away, they said.
Holton was struck in the head during the gunfire and later died at a hospital.
A second victim was injured by broken glass and treated at a hospital. Holton's family said she was the designated driver for her group and only planned to be at the bar for 20 minutes.
"When are people going to get fed up with this reckless shooting in the city?" her uncle told Fox Philadelphia. "Everybody's running around like it's the wild west out here."
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — As Taiwan’s diplomatic partners dwindle and turn instead to rival China, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen is aiming to shore up ties with the self-governing island’s remaining allies during a trip this week to Central America.
Tsai touched down in Guatemala on Friday afternoon, walking from the plane along a red carpet alongside Guatemala’s foreign minister.
In a speech addressed to leaders of Guatemala and Belize shortly before departing on her visit, Tsai framed the trip as a chance to show Taiwan’s commitment to democratic values globally.
“External pressure will not obstruct our resolution to go on the world stage. We will be calm, self-confident, we will not submit but also not provoke,” said Tsai, who will also meet with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in a stopover in the United States.
But the trip also is aimed to solidifying ties in Latin America as China funnels money into the region and pressures its countries to break off relations with the self-governed democratic island.
In Guatemala and Belize, Tsai is expected to bring an open checkbook. But in a region under growing Chinese influence, analysts say that Taiwan may already have lost the long game.
“These countries, they are symbolic. And I don’t think Taiwan wants to lose any of them,” said June Teufel Dreyer, a political scientist at University of Miami. “But if China is going to indulge in checkbook diplomacy, I don’t think Taiwan can compete and it knows it.”
The visit comes just days after Honduras became the latest country to break with Taiwan in favor of establishing ties with China.
Honduras follows in the footsteps of Nicaragua, El Salvador, the Dominican Republic, Panama and Costa Rica in ditching Taiwan. In some cases, China was said to have dangled hefty investment packages and loans in exchange for switching allegiances.
As the Asian superpower has sought to isolate Taiwan and expand its power on the global stage, Chinese trade and investment in Latin America has soared.
Between 2005 and 2020, the Chinese have invested more than $130 billion in Latin America, according to the United States Institute of Peace. Trade between China and the region has also shot up, and is expected to reach more than $700 billion by 2035.
Honduras’ move came in conjunction with the construction of a hydroelectric dam project built by the Chinese company SINOHYDRO with about $300 million in Chinese government financing.
It left Taiwan with no more than 13 official diplomatic partners. More than half of those are small countries in Latin America and the Caribbean: Belize, Guatemala, Paraguay, Haiti, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
At the same time Chinese influence has grown, lagging spending by the U.S. — Taiwan’s primary ally and source of defensive weaponry — has caused its sway in Latin America to slip.
For decades, China has claimed Taiwan as its own territory to be brought under its control by force if necessary, but the Taiwanese public overwhelmingly favors the current state of de-facto independence.
China has spent a great amount of effort in its campaign to diplomatically isolate Taiwan ever since Tsai’s election in 2016, successfully convincing nine countries to break off relations with Taipei since she has been in office.
China’s government views Tsai and her independence-leaning Democratic Progressive Party as separatists.
In recent months, tensions have only intensified as relations between Beijing and Washington have spiraled. As a result, regions like Central America have grown in geopolitical importance.
“While our policy has not changed, what has changed is Beijing’s growing coercion – like trying to cut off Taiwan’s relations with countries around the world,” U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a speech about China relations last year.
Guatemala and Belize are among those who have remained steadfast supporters of Taiwan, Guatemala’s government reaffirming in March its “recognition of Taiwan as an independent nation with which democratic values and mutual respect are shared.”
Yet analysts say their allegiance is also a political calculation.
Tiziano Breda, researcher at International Affairs Institute, said that position will likely be wielded politically, used as a potential shield against pressure from the U.S.
The U.S. government, for example, has been highly critical of the administration of President Alejandro Giammattei for not doing enough to crack down on corruption.
“It’s a card these countries wait to play,” Breda said.
Dreyer of University of Miami said many of Taiwan’s allies will use their relationship with both China and Taiwan as a “bargaining chip” to seek greater investment and monetary benefits from both countries.
She said in Ing-wen’s meetings with Guatemala and Belize, the president is likely to offer investment and development projects contingent on maintaining good relations with her country.
But Dreyer noted that given the power China wields on a world stage, it’s only a matter of time before the economic superpower pulls Taiwan’s final diplomatic partners onto their side.
The Chinese “are not only willing to wait, but eager to wait until they think the time is ripe,” Dreyer said. “They want the most auspicious moment possible.”
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Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc. said Tuesday it will be “forced to consider” removing news content from its platform if Congress passes legislation requiring tech companies to pay news outlets for their material.
The Journalism Competition and Preservation Act, if passed, would allow news companies to collectively negotiate with social platforms over the terms on which their material appears on their sites.
Meta said it would rather pull news from its platforms than “submit to government-mandated negotiations that unfairly disregard the value we provide to news outlets.” The value, Meta said in a statement tweeted by spokesman Andy Stone, includes “increased traffic and subscriptions.”
Meta, which is based in Menlo Park, California, has taken similar stands in the past. Last year, it briefly blocked news from its platform in Australia after the country passed legislation that would compel tech companies to pay publishers for using their news stories. It later struck deals with Australian publishers.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota and the bill’s sponsor, said the legislation simply allows news organizations to band together to negotiate better prices for their news content with “the biggest companies the world has ever known.”
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ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New Yorkers next year won’t have to go through their doctors to get prescription contraceptives under a bill that Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul signed into law Tuesday as part of her administration’s efforts to expand reproductive rights in the state.
Under the law that will take effect in November 2024, trained pharmacists will be able to distribute self-administered hormonal contraceptives including oral birth control pills, vaginal rings, and the patch to New Yorkers, even if patients don’t have a prescription from their doctor or nurse practitioner.
The legislation is “part of a long journey to find more ways to protect the rights of women in the state of New York,” Hochul said. “We’re going to do everything in our power to stop the backslide while expanding reproductive rights here in our state.”
Under the law, doctors and nurse practitioners will be able to send pharmacists prescriptions for such contraceptives that don’t list the names of specific patients. After a patient fills out a self-screening risk assessment questionnaire to help a pharmacists identify any risk factors and decide on an appropriate contraceptive, the pharmacist would fill in the patient’s name on the relevant prescription.
Indiana passed legislation similar to New York’s this week. Oregon was the first state to allow pharmacists to prescribe birth control in 2016.
Under the New York legislation, pharmacists will have to undergo training that will be outlined by the state’s health commissioner. After dispensing the contraceptives, they would have to notify the patient’s primary healthcare practitioner, if the patient has one. Pharmacists will also be allowed to refuse to dispense contraceptives if they think it would endanger a patient’s health.
Hochul also signed a second bill requiring schools in the State University of New York and City University of New York systems to provide on-campus access to abortion medication or provide students with referrals to someone who can prescribe such medication.
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WFO DALLAS / FT. WORTH Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, May 3, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
120 PM CDT Tue May 3 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of central Anderson
County through 145 PM CDT...
At 118 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Harmony and Tennessee Colony, or 7 miles west of Palestine, moving
southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Nickel size hail and winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Palestine, Harmony, Tucker.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
LAT...LON 3160 9571 3162 9571 3165 9574 3164 9576
3162 9575 3160 9577 3161 9577 3164 9580
3169 9578 3169 9579 3167 9581 3179 9591
3191 9575 3173 9552
TIME...MOT...LOC 1818Z 319DEG 11KT 3179 9578
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.88 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
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Districts including Los Angeles Unified School District, Houston Independent School District, San Francisco Unified School District and Baltimore City Public Schools have introduced Abl's advanced analytics software to help leaders understand how school schedules impact access to rigorous coursework.
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recent months, Abl, developer of popular student scheduling software, has been selected by large urban districts across the country to simplify complex operational processes and improve access to educational opportunities through the lens of the school schedule.
As school districts continue to recover from the pandemic and seek innovative solutions to reverse unprecedented student learning loss, Abl's EquitABL Opportunity Analysis and VisABL Scheduling tools provide districts a clear, data-driven, view of students' college and career readiness. By analyzing student transcripts across the districts, Abl's software enables districts to identify paths of low academic rigor and distribute resources to improve advanced coursework pathways for underrepresented students.
"Our partnership with Abl will continue to provide increased opportunities for students to access the courses needed to graduate as well as coursework aligned with their personal interests. We look forward to increasing dual enrollment, internships, college readiness, career planning, and other enrichment opportunities for students," said Dr. Geovanny Ponce, Assistant Superintendent High Schools Office at Houston Independent School District. "The impact of our work with Abl will continue to improve student outcomes for years to come".
Abl's tools are used in a myriad of ways to streamline operational complexities and increase access to accelerated and advanced courses that better prepare students for postsecondary options.
- In California, Abl's partnership with Los Angeles Unified School District has provided district leaders with data-supported analysis to increase student access to academically rigorous classes, support facilitation of school-level planning, and the professional development necessary to ensure not only graduation for students but college eligibility (A-G), career preparedness, and college readiness.
- In San Francisco Unified School District, in partnership with Kelefors Education Partners, a San Francisco-based independent consulting firm and local non-profit Partners in School Innovation, Abl will gather data and create dashboards presenting key data trends and provide strategic assistance to support the school districts' Task Force deliberations. This work will provide community-informed recommendations to improve the portfolio of high schools in the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD).
- Houston Independent School District, the largest school district in Texas, approved Abl to begin work in the district to understand the impact that schedule design has on access to rigorous courses, lead strategic scheduling protocols to create time in the day for high-impact interventions, and to boost graduation rates.
- In North Carolina, Abl's partnership with the Public Schools of Robeson Country led to a 25% increase in enrollment in Career and Technical Education courses and an increased enrollment in Advanced Placement (AP) courses. According to the school district, Abl's software allowed the school district to provide students with schedules earlier, match educator expertise with student needs, and prioritize collaboration time for all instructors.
- Earlier this year, Abl was awarded a statewide grant in Maryland to begin work in Baltimore City Public Schools. This work will help restructure school schedules to allow for more occurrences of tutoring, mentorship, service learning, career and college exploration, or social-emotional supports for underserved students and students experiencing learning loss.
"As we expand, Abl will continue providing best-in-class data analytics and school design expertise to align resources with district goals while better meeting the needs of students and teachers," Howard Bell, Abl CEO said. "We are excited to continue our support for the millions of students we serve as part of our mission to support more equitable access to high quality pathways, as well as postsecondary and career opportunities."
These new initiatives are in addition to Abl's work with other states and school districts including Washington State OSPI, Portland Public Schools, Washington D.C. Public Schools, Rhode Island Department of Education, San Diego Unified School District, and others.
About Abl
Abl empowers districts to fulfill the promise of education by simplifying complex operational processes. We expose and disrupt ineffective and inequitable pathways through data analysis and intelligent tools so districts can intentionally design flexible and responsive schools that allow students to own their futures. Learn more at ablschools.com.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark was suspended two games by the NFL on Tuesday after pleading no contest last month to two counts of misdemeanor possession of an assault weapon in Los Angeles.
The league announced the suspension as the Chiefs (5-2) head into their bye week. He will miss games against the Titans and Jaguars and will be allowed back with the team on Nov. 14 in time for that week’s game against the Chargers.
The three-time Pro Bowl pass rusher was sentenced to one year of probation and 40 hours of community service after he was arrested in March 2021, when he was pulled over while riding with another man in a vehicle that did not have a license plate. An officer noticed a weapon in the car and recovered two loaded firearms.
Three months later, Clark was pulled over for a code violation and officers discovered another gun in his vehicle.
The 29-year-old Clark has struggled with illnesses throughout the fall, and that’s limited him to just 15 tackles and three sacks. That comes after a disappointing season in which Clark had 4 1/2 sacks, his lowest total since his rookie season.
The Chiefs, desperate to improve their pass rush after ranking among the league’s worst last season, managed to rework Clark’s massive contract in the offseason to keep him in Kansas City. He got a signing bonus of $4,550,000, a base salary of $3,725,000 this season and a roster bonus of $900,000, along with $75,000 for each game he is active.
Without Clark, the Chiefs will have to lean on first-round draft pick George Karlaftis and veteran Carlos Dunlap along with Mike Danna, who has struggled for several weeks with a calf injury but should be healthy after the bye. They also will need to get continued production from defensive tackle Chris Jones, who leads the team with five sacks.
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DENVER, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Healthpeak Properties, Inc. (NYSE: PEAK) announced today that it has published its 11th annual ESG Report. This 2021 ESG Report marks Healthpeak's 11th consecutive year publishing an ESG report and covers its leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives and 2021 performance. The 2021 ESG Report was prepared in accordance with disclosure standards established by the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and Global Reporting Initiatives (GRI).
"Healthpeak's ESG initiatives help drive long-term value for our stakeholders and positively affect our social initiatives relating to employees, tenants and communities," said Tom Herzog, Healthpeak's Chief Executive Officer. "We are proud to present our 11th annual ESG Report, which highlights our industry leadership through our continued focus on enhancing building efficiency, while advancing our commitment to sound corporate governance, accountability and transparency."
Healthpeak's recent ESG achievements include:
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 12% since 2018, and 39% since 2011, across the portfolio properties within Healthpeak's operational control
- Maintaining a diverse workforce – 43% female and 35% racially and ethnically diverse (as of December 31, 2021)
- Named ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for the 2nd time
- Named to the Fortune inaugural Modern Board 25 list
- Received GRESB Green Star Designation for the 10th consecutive year
- Included in the FTSE4Good Index series for the 10th consecutive year
- Named to the CDP Leadership Band for the 9th consecutive year
- Included in the S&P Global North America Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the 9th consecutive year
- Named to the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook for the 7th consecutive year
- Named to Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies for the 3rd consecutive year
- Certified a Great Place to Work for 3rd consecutive year
- Included in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the 3rd consecutive year
To learn more about Healthpeak's commitment to responsible business and view our 2021 ESG Report, please visit healthpeak.com/ESG.
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Healthpeak Properties, Inc. is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) and S&P 500 company. Healthpeak owns and develops high-quality real estate in the three private-pay healthcare asset classes of Life Science, Medical Office and CCRC. At Healthpeak, we pair our deep understanding of the healthcare real estate market with a strong vision for long-term growth. For more information regarding Healthpeak, visit www.healthpeak.com.
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For some students who attended Robb Elementary in Texas, it will be the first time back in classrooms since a gunman killed 21 people at their school in May.
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that a shareholder class action lawsuit has been filed against TuSimple Holdings, Inc. ("TuSimple") (NASDAQ: TSP) on behalf of investors who purchased shares of the Company's stock between April 15, 2021 and October 31, 2022.
On or about April 15, 2021, TuSimple completed its initial public offering ("IPO") of common stock, selling 33.8 million shares of stock to investors at $40.00 per share.
The shareholder complaint alleges that the Company's IPO materials filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") were materially false and misleading, and omitted to state: (i) that TuSimple was engaged in undisclosed related party transactions with Hydron, a company founded by Defendant Chen; and (ii) that TuSimple shared confidential information and/or proprietary technology with Hydron without Board approval or informing regulators or TuSimple shareholders.
On October 31, 2022, TuSimple disclosed that its Board of Directors had terminated defendant Xiaodi Hou from his position "as the Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Technology Officer of the Company and removed Dr. Hou from his position as Chairman of the Board, in each case, effective as of October 30, 2022." Following this news, TuSimple share price fell $2.88, or over 45%, to close on October 31, 2022 at $3.43 per share, on heavy trading volume.
Current TuSimple stockholders who purchased or acquired shares of the Company's stock prior to January 1, 2022 are encouraged to contact Kaskela Law LLC (Adrienne Bell, Esq.) at (484) 229 – 0750, or by email (abell@kaskelalaw.com) or online at https://kaskelalaw.com/cases/tusimple-holdings-inc/ , to receive additional information about this action and their legal rights and options.
Kaskela Law LLC exclusively represents investors in securities fraud, corporate governance, and merger & acquisition litigation. For additional information about Kaskela Law LLC please visit www.kaskelalaw.com.
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College Station and A&M Consolidated are using 7 on 7 to build chemistry
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - Seven on seven is in full swing at Veterans Park this week.
All Bryan and College Station ISD schools are competing Friday in pool play while classes 4A and 3A were in action on Thursday.
The Cougars are familiar with the state 7 on 7 tournament. They won the title in 2018 after beating cross town rival A&M Consolidated.
College Station is led by quarterback Arrington Maiden who committed to Memphis earlier this week. They are in “pool G” along with Barbers Hill, Everman and Flower Mound Marcus.
Even though the Cougars are used to this stage, they’re using it to build chemistry.
A&M Consolidated has only missed one state 7 on 7 tournament and that was back in 2004.
They recently qualified for state this past Friday at a tournament in Midlothian. They’re lead by junior quarterback Will Hargett who is calling his own plays.
He says they take a lot of pride in making the state tournament and with a coaching change to their fall football program they want to utilize any reps they can get.
Admission is free for the tournament.
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(AP) – Russian troops deployed to protect the capital withdrew Sunday after a mercenary forces beat a retreat. But the short-lived revolt could have long-term consequences for President Vladimir Putin’s two-decade hold on power and his war in Ukraine.
Putin’s image as a tough leader had already been badly bruised by the Ukraine war, which has dragged on for 16 months and claimed huge numbers of Russian troops. Saturday’s march toward Moscow by forces under the command of his onetime protege, Yevgeny Prigozhin, exposed further weaknesses, many analysts said.
It also meant some of the best forces fighting for Russia in Ukraine were pulled from that battlefield: Prigozhin’s own Wagner troops and Chechen ones sent to stop them.
After calling for an armed rebellion aimed at ousting Russia’s defense minister, Prigozhin and his fighters appeared to seize control of the Russian military headquarters in Rostov-on-Don that oversee fighting in Ukraine.
They then advanced towards Moscow largely unhindered. Russian media reported that they downed several helicopters and a military communications plane. The Defense Ministry has not commented.
They were halted only by a deal to send Prigozhin to neighboring Belarus, which has supported Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Charges against him of mounting an armed rebellion will be dropped, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, and Prigozhin ordered his troops back to their field camps.
The government also said it would not prosecute Wagner fighters who took part, while those who did not join in would offered contracts by the Defense Ministry.
Though Putin had vowed earlier to punish those behind the armed uprising, Peskov defended the reversal, saying Putin’s “highest goal” was “to avoid bloodshed and internal confrontation with unpredictable results.”
Commentators on social media over the weekend noted the irony of Prigozhin dodging prosecution for an armed rebellion while many Russians who merely speak out against the war in Ukraine have been handed lengthy prison sentences.
Though the deal ended the immediate crisis, it may have set in motion a longer-term one, analysts said.
“For a dictatorship built on the idea of unchallenged power, this was an extreme humiliation, and it’s hard to see the genie of doubt ever being forced back into the bottle,” said Phillips O’Brien, a professor of strategic studies at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. “So, if Prigozhin might have lost in the short term, Putin is likely to be the long-term loser.”
Still many questions remain.
Prigozhin, who sent out a series of audio and video updates during his revolt, has gone silent since the Kremlin announced the deal.
It’s not clear if he’s in Belarus yet or whether any of his Wagner troops would follow him.
In response to questions from The Associated Press, Prigozhin’s press office replied that he could not reply immediately but “will answer the questions when he gets a normal connection.”
Video taken by The Associated Press in Rostov-on-Don showed people cheering Wagner troops as they departed. Some ran to shake hands with Prigozhin, who was riding in an SUV.
The regional governor later said that all of the troops had left the city. Russian news agencies also reported that Lipetsk authorities confirmed Wagner forces had left that region, which sits on the road to Moscow from Rostov.
Moscow had braced for the arrival of the Wagner forces by erecting checkpoints with armored vehicles and troops on the city’s southern edge. About 3,000 Chechen soldiers were pulled from fighting in Ukraine and rushed there early Saturday, state television in Chechnya reported. Russian troops armed with machine guns put up checkpoints on Moscow’s southern outskirts. Crews dug up sections of highways to slow the march.
By Sunday afternoon, the troops had withdrawn from the capital, and people swarmed the streets and flocked to cafes. Traffic returned to normal and roadblocks and checkpoints were removed, but Red Square remained close to visitors. On highways leading to Moscow, crews repaired roads ripped up just hours earlier in panic.
Anchors on state-controlled television stations cast the deal ending the crisis as a show of Putin’s wisdom and aired footage of Wagner troops retreating from Rostov-on-Don to the relief of local residents who feared a bloody battle for control of the city.
People there who were interviewed by Channel 1 hailed Putin’s role.
But the U.S.-based Institute for the Study of War warned that “the Kremlin now faces a deeply unstable equilibrium.”
The “deal is a short-term fix, not a long-term solution,” wrote the institute, which has tracked the war in Ukraine from the beginning.
Prigozhin had demanded the ouster of Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, whom Prigozhin has long criticized in withering terms for his conduct of the war in Ukraine.
The U.S. had intelligence that Prigozhin had been building up his forces near the border with Russia for some time. That conflicts with Prigozhin’s claim that his rebellion was a response to an attack on his camps in Ukraine on Friday by the Russian military.
In announcing the rebellion, Prigozhin accused Russian forces of targeting the Wagner camps in Ukraine with rockets, helicopter gunships and artillery. He alleged that Gen. Valery Gerasimov, chief of the General Staff, ordered the attacks following a meeting with Shoigu in which they decided to destroy the military contractor.
The Defense Ministry denied attacking the camps.
Congressional leaders were briefed on the Wagner buildup earlier last week, a person familiar with the matter said. The person was not authorized to speak publicly and spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity. The U.S. intelligence briefing was first reported by CNN.
A possible motivation for Prigozhin’s rebellion was the Russian Defense Ministry’s demand, which Putin backed, that private companies sign contracts with it by July 1. Prigozhin had refused to do it.
Ukrainians hoped the Russian infighting would create opportunities for their army to take back territory seized by Russian forces.
“These events will have been of great comfort to the Ukrainian government and the military,” said Ben Barry, senior fellow for land warfare at the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
Wagner troops have played a crucial role in the Ukraine war, capturing the eastern city of Bakhmut, an area where the bloodiest and longest battles have taken place.
The Kremlin’s offer of amnesty to Prigozhin was negotiated by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, which might have raised his stature in his relationship with Putin.
The 62-year-old Prigozhin, a former convict, has longstanding ties to Putin and won lucrative Kremlin catering contracts that earned him the nickname “Putin’s chef.”
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Three dead in Garden State Parkway crash
ABERDEEN — Three people died in a crash on the southbound Garden State Parkway in Aberdeen Sunday night.
State Police issued an update on Monday morning after initially reporting two people had died and one was seriously injured.
Two cars were involved in the crash around 7:20 p.m. in the local lanes near Exit 118 in Aberdeen, according to Trooper Brandi Slota. A preliminary investigation determined a Nissan Sentra and Nissan Maxima were traveling south in the local lanes when a sideswipe collision occurred between the two vehicles. The circumstances of the sideswipe remain under investigation.
The impact sent the Sentra off the right side of the roadway. It hit a metal post, overturned and struck a tree, according to Slota.
The driver and two passengers in the Sentra died as a result of their injuries, according to Slota. The driver of the Maxima sustained minor injuries.
An image of the scene posted by The Lakewood Scoop shows at least one of the vehicles overturned onto its roof.
Slota did not disclose the identities of those involved in the crash pending notification of family.
Closures and delays
The local lanes were completely closed for a time while a medical helicopter landed on the Parkway with a rubbernecking delay in the express lanes.
The fatalities were the 15th,16th and 17th this year on the Garden State Parkway, according to State Police records.
Dan Alexander is a reporter for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at dan.alexander@townsquaremedia.com
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LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — TCU and Kansas will be playing to stay atop the Big 12 when they meet Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The Jayhawks are 5-0 for the first time since 2009, when they went on to lose their last seven games. The Horned Frogs are coming off a blowout of Oklahoma. The last time Kansas won its first six was 2007, when it went 12-1 and won the Orange Bowl. The Horned Frogs have not won their first five since 2017, when they started 7-0 before finishing 11-3 with a win in the Alamo Bowl.
NO. 17 TCU (4-0, 1-0 Big 12) at No. 19 Kansas (5-0, 2-0), Saturday, 12 p.m. CT (FS1)
Line: TCU by 7, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
Series record: TCU leads 25-9-4.
WHAT’S AT STAKE?
TCU and Kansas will be playing to stay atop the Big 12 when they meet Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Who would have thought that would be the case before the season? The Jayhawks are 5-0 for the first time since 2009, when they went on to lose their last seven games, while the Horned Frogs are coming off a blowout of Oklahoma. The last time Kansas won its first six was 2007, when it went 12-1 and won the Orange Bowl. The Horned Frogs have not won their first five since 2017, when they started 7-0 before finishing 11-3 with a win in the Alamo Bowl.
KEY MATCHUP
TCU quarterback Max Duggan against Kansas counterpart Jalon Daniels. Sure, the two won’t match up in the literal sense, but the team that wins will probably be the one that gets better quarterback play. Duggan leads the nation in pass efficiency and is third in completion percentage at 74.5, and he’s thrown 11 touchdown passes without an interception. Daniels has thrown for 983 yards with 11 touchdowns and one pick while rushing for a team-best 335 yards and five more scores.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
TCU: RB Kendre Miller leads active Power 5 players at 7.43 yards per carry for his career, and he did nothing to hurt those numbers against Oklahoma. Miller carried 13 times for 136 yards with TD runs of 15 and 69 yards in the 55-24 romp. Kansas limited Iowa State to 26 yards on the ground last week.
Kansas: RB Devin Neal will take on additional work after the Jayhawks lost running mate Daniel Hishaw to an injury against the Cyclones. Neal carried 12 times for 72 yards against the Cyclones while surpassing 1,000 yards for his career.
FACTS & FIGURES
TCU has won nine of 10 games against Kansas as members of the Big 12. The Horned Frogs won 31-28 on a 25-yard field goal in the closing seconds last season. … The last time the Horned Frogs were 4-0, current coach Sonny Dykes was on staff as an offensive analyst. Dykes is the first TCU coach to win his opening four games since Francis Schmidt in 1929. … TCU has not trailed since the first 24 seconds of the second quarter of its opener against Colorado. … The Horned Frogs are second nationally in scoring (48.5 points per game) and total offense (549.5 yards per game). … TCU had four TDs of at least 62 yards in its win over Oklahoma. … Kansas has not beaten a ranked team since No. 15 Georgia Tech in 2010. It has not beaten a ranked conference opponent since No. 12 Missouri in 2008. … The Jayhawks have not beaten a ranked opponent at home while also ranked since Nov. 24, 1973 (No. 19 Missouri 14-13). … The Jayhawks have allowed two sacks this season. … Kansas tops the Big 12 in red zone defense.
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One in hospital, one in custody after Topeka shooting
Published: Dec. 14, 2022 at 9:21 PM CST|Updated: 45 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka Police say one person is in the hospital after a shooting at the Brentwood Apartments.
The Topeka Police Dept. says the shooting happened after 8:30 p.m. Wednesday. The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
TPD says the shooting was related to another report of gunfire in the 4400 block of 34th St. The suspect was taken into custody, and there is no threat to the public.
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Easter dinner will be delicious with these pro recommendations
Ham isn’t the only dish to look forward to indulging in during Easter dinner. From alternative main courses to flavorful side dishes, putting together a complete holiday meal requires some careful thought. That’s why we asked BestReviews baking expert Andrea Boudewijn for her input on planning an Easter meal.
Boudewijn offered tips and suggestions for making your Easter recipes special and delicious. She also included vegetarian options, product suggestions and her Aunt Pansy’s sweet potato casserole that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
In this article: Instant Pot Duo Crisp Multicooker, KitchenAid Artisan Series Stand Mixer and Delling Serving Platter Set
Choosing an Easter main course
Whether you plan to prepare ham, another type of meat, or a vegetarian option, Boudewijn said that “the sky’s the limit” when it comes to deciding on the main course. However, she advised keeping your guests in mind when making your selection. “Do they have dietary restrictions? Ask them, and respect their choices by creating a few dishes they can have,” she said.
Boudewijn’s tips to up your Easter ham game
“Whether you buy a cooked ham or bake your own, you can make it delicious and amazing,” Boudewijn said. She then shared the following tips for handling ham at Easter:
- The key to a flavorful ham that’s tender and juicy is all about the way it’s prepared. “If you’re baking from scratch, I’d recommend keeping all the fat on the piece of ham you’re cooking — don’t trim it off. Fat is flavor,” she said.
- The cooking method matters. “Cook any ham low and slow for the best, most fall-apart ham on the planet,” Boudewijn said. “Try a slow cooker or Instant Pot for a super-moist option that’s easy to prep and cook.”
- A precooked ham is still a delicious, simple option that you can customize. Because it’s easier to make a precooked ham, many home cooks prefer this simpler option. Boudewijn said she often makes this type of ham and offered recommendations for bringing out awesome flavors. “Mix some honey with brown sugar to make a glaze and pour it over your cold or room-temp ham and set it in a roasting pan. Place it in the oven and warm it at 200 to 250 degrees for about an hour to have warm, fresh ham ready for serving.”
Alternatives to ham
Not everyone likes or can eat ham. Fortunately, there are many other options for the main course. Boudewijn suggested turkey, duck, pheasant, venison, goose, or crown roast in place of ham.
Vegetarians have options, too, she said. “Tofurky brand makes a ham-shaped tofu that can be cooked similarly to a pork ham. You can also make Impossible taco meat and have Easter tacos — no need to stick to tradition.”
Sides for an Easter meal
Regardless of the main dish you decide to make for Easter, you’ll need to pair it with sides for a complete meal. There are no rules about what to serve for this springtime holiday, so you can’t go wrong with a special recipe or a classic favorite. Boudewijn offered advice — and a family recipe — for preparing her favorite side dishes.
- The Easter Bunny likes carrots and so do guests. Roast a side of carrots with a brown sugar glaze to add a pop of orange to the table.
- Mashed potatoes are a perennial favorite. Consider making yours interesting with the addition of garlic. “I love to use Yukon Gold potatoes and leave the soft skins on, mixing them in for a nice toothsome texture,” she said.
- Consider a delicious kale salad to add some green to the mixture.
- Enjoy a sweet potato mash roasted with a pecan/butter/brown sugar streusel. It’s like dessert with dinner!
Aunt Pansy’s sweet potato casserole recipe
Boudewijn said that there are two sets of ingredients used to fill a pie plate (or casserole pan) for this casserole — the sweet potato base and the topping. The results, she added, are “amazing.”
Sweet potato mixture:
3 cups cooked mashed sweet potato
2 eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Dash of cinnamon
Topping mixture:
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup (8 tablespoons or one stick) melted butter
Method:
- Mix together the first six ingredients (up to cinnamon) and pour into a pie pan
- Mix together the streusel topping and make a layer over the mashed sweet potato mixture.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes, then serve.
Best products for preparing Easter dinner, according to Boudewijn
Instant Pot Duo Crisp Multicooker
There are many dishes you can make in this Instant Pot thanks to its 11 functions, which include air frying, roasting and baking. You can also use it to make enough food for a group, as it boasts a generous 8-quart capacity.
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Wusthof Classic 9-inch Hollow Edge Carving Knife
With a durable German steel blade and contoured handle, this well-made knife is ready to carve the Easter ham or any other delicacy that requires slicing to serve it to guests.
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Baltique Marrakesh Wooden Salad Serving Utensil Set
Not only will this pair of utensils come in handy for serving salad, pasta and more, but it will also look great on your Easter table. It includes two servers that are made of eye-catching colored birchwood.
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KitchenAid Artisan Series Stand Mixer
Whether you’re making Easter dinner or a standard weeknight meal, you can’t go wrong with a stand mixer by KitchenAid. This beloved kitchen tool offers multiple speeds, a 5-quart stainless steel bowl and a tilt-head design that make it easy to mix ingredients for some of your favorite recipes.
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These ceramic serving plates feature a simplistic design that won’t clash with your Easter table decor. The set includes three platters in different sizes for serving everything from the main course to a side of veggies.
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Other top BestReviews picks
All-Clad Programmable Slow Cooker
You’ll have more time to spend with your guests this easter when you use a slow cooker to prepare the main course or a tasty side dish. Simply put your food in the insert, set the programmable timer and let the appliance do most of the work for you.
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Farberware Nonstick Steel Roaster
From roasted vegetables to the Easter ham, this durable steel roaster with a chrome-plated drip rack produces outstanding results for many types of food you’ll be putting on your holiday table.
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Accmor 11-piece Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons/Cups Set
You’ll need the pieces in this measuring spoons and cups set when you make Aunt Pansy’s mouthwatering sweet potato casserole. It includes six spoons and five cups with clear measurement markings on their handles.
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Nepnuser Linen Happy Easter Table Runner
This table runner will give your table an Easter theme, as it has Easter egg graphics and springtime colors. You can choose from three different lengths.
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Lenox 65-piece Portola Flatware Set
A new flatware set will make your Easter meal that much more special. With 12 place settings and a classy design, you’ll enjoy this Lenox set this Easter and at every holiday dinner all year long.
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What do the midterm results mean for President Biden as he embarks on one of the biggest foreign trips of his presidency — a trip to Asia where he'll come face to face with China's president.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Graham Mertz is entering the transfer portal after spending the last three seasons as Wisconsin’s starting quarterback. Mertz announced Sunday on social media he was entering the portal “in pursuit of my next opportunity.” His move comes one week after Wisconsin hired former Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell to head its program. Mertz has completed 59.5% of his career passes for 5,405 yards with 38 touchdowns and 26 interceptions. He completed 57.3% of his attempts for 2,136 yards with 19 touchdowns and 10 interceptions this season.
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PHILADELPHIA, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC) announced today it will release its second quarter 2022 earnings on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, after the stock market close via PR Newswire and the company's website https://investors.fmc.com.
The company will host a webcast conference call on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. ET that is open to the public via internet broadcast and telephone.
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FMC Corporation is a global agricultural sciences company dedicated to helping growers produce food, feed, fiber and fuel for an expanding world population while adapting to a changing environment. FMC's innovative crop protection solutions – including biologicals, crop nutrition, digital and precision agriculture – enable growers, crop advisers and turf and pest management professionals to address their toughest challenges economically while protecting the environment. With approximately 6,400 employees at more than 100 sites worldwide, FMC is committed to discovering new herbicide, insecticide and fungicide active ingredients, product formulations and pioneering technologies that are consistently better for the planet. Visit fmc.com to learn more and follow us on LinkedIn® and Twitter®.
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BERLIN (AP) — Germany faced mounting pressure to supply battle tanks to Kyiv and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy aired frustration about not obtaining enough weaponry as Western allies conferred Thursday on how best to support Ukraine nearly 11 months into Russia's invasion.
Just hours into his tenure, Germany's new defense minister, Boris Pistorius, welcomed U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to Berlin. He declared that German weapons systems delivered so far have proven their worth and that “we will continue in the future, together with our partners, to support Ukraine in its fight for freedom, territorial independence and sovereignty.”
He didn't, however, mention the Leopard 2 tanks that Ukraine has long sought. Since the United Kingdom announced last week that it will send Challenger 2 tanks, Berlin has faced increasing pressure to supply battle tanks or at least clear the way for others — such as Poland — to deliver German-made Leopards from their own stock.
Austin is to host a regular coordination meeting of top defense officials from Ukraine's Western allies at the United States' Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Friday. He said that “we'll renew our united commitment to support Ukraine's self-defense for the long haul,” but didn't mention any specific new equipment.
Speaking by video link to a breakfast meeting on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Zelenskyy offered a veiled critique of major supporters such as Germany and the United States that have nonetheless hesitated about sending tanks.
He bemoaned a “lack of specific weaponry” and said that to win the war, “we cannot just do it with motivation and morale.”
Speaking at the Victor Pinchuk Foundation breakfast through an interpreter, he said: "There are times where we shouldn’t hesitate or we shouldn’t compare when someone says, ‘I will give tanks if someone else will also share his tanks.’”
Ukraine's foreign and defense ministers said in a joint statement that the Challenger 2 tanks Britain plans to supply, while welcome, are “not sufficient to achieve operational goals.”
“We guarantee that we will use these weapons responsibly and exclusively for the purposes of protecting the territorial integrity of Ukraine within internationally recognized borders,” Dmytro Kuleba and Oleksii Reznikov said in an appeal to Germany and several other countries that use the German-made Leopard 2 to join an “international tank coalition.”
For months, Ukraine has sought to be supplied with heavier vehicles such as the Leopard and U.S. Abrams tanks, but Western leaders have been treading carefully.
Germany has been particularly in focus in recent days. Critics, some inside Germany’s governing coalition, have long complained of Chancellor OIaf Scholz’s perceived hesitancy to take the next step when it comes to weapons deliveries.
Scholz has been wary of such pressure, insisting that Germany wouldn't go it alone and pointing to a need to ensure that NATO doesn't become a party to the war with Russia, though every time so far Berlin has eventually moved ahead. He has portrayed his cautious weighing of each step as a virtue.
In Davos on Wednesday, Scholz avoided directly answering a question about Leopard tanks, saying that Germany will remain one of Ukraine's top weapons suppliers and that "we are never doing something just by ourselves, but together with others — especially the United States.”
German officials have conveyed their hesitancy to allow allies to give German-made Leopards unless the U.S. also sends Ukraine the Abrams, according to a U.S. official who was not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity. An upcoming new package of U.S. military aid is expected to include nearly 100 Stryker combat vehicles and at least 50 Bradley armored vehicles — but not the Abrams, which U.S. officials says has complex maintenance needs and may not be the best fit.
Austin said on Twitter that he plans also to meet Scholz's chief of staff, Wolfgang Schmidt, while in Berlin.
“I think this isn’t about avoiding going it alone any more, but about avoiding being alone,” Wolfgang Ischinger, a former German ambassador to the U.S., said on Deutschlandfunk radio of the calls for German tank deliveries.
Some eastern NATO allies have provided Soviet-era T-72 tanks to Ukrainian forces, but officials acknowledge that supplies of Soviet-era equipment with which Ukrainian forces were already familiar are limited.
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Ukraine’s Western backers this week will discuss ways to supply heavier and more advanced weapons.
“The main message there will be: more support, more advanced support, heavier weapons and more modern weapons,” Stoltenberg said of Friday's meeting.
Defense ministers from Britain, Poland and the Baltic nations were to meet on Thursday afternoon in Estonia ahead of that gathering.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Thursday that his country has decided to send up to 50 Swedish-made combat vehicles plus a shoulder-fired anti-tank missile system and the Archer artillery system to Ukraine.
Estonia announced what it said it is largest military aid package to date, including howitzers, ammunition, artillery support equipment and grenade launchers.
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Jamey Keaten reported from Davos, Switzerland. Associated Press reporter Aamer Madhani in Washington and Jan M. Olsen in Copenhagen, Denmark contributed to this report.
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NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominari Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: DOMH) ("Dominari" or the "Company") today provided an update on the $2 million share repurchase program (the "Share Repurchase Program") authorized by the Company's Board of Directors on December 5, 2022.
The Company reported that on February 3, 2023, the Company purchased 4,103 shares of common stock at $3.8961 per share.
Additional shares may be repurchased from time to time in open market transactions, or other means in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), and Rule 10b -18 of the Exchange Act. The timing, number of shares repurchased, and prices paid for the stock under this program will depend on general business and market conditions as well as corporate and regulatory limitations, including blackout period restrictions.
About Dominari Holdings Inc.
Dominari Holdings Inc. (f/k/a Aikido Pharma Inc.) until recently was focused primarily on the development of a diverse portfolio of small-molecule anticancer and antiviral therapeutics and related patent technology. In September 2022, the Company agreed to acquire a registered broker-dealer and transition its primary business operations to fintech and financial services. Upon the final closing of this acquisition, the Company's fintech and financial services business will be operated through its subsidiary, Dominari Financial Inc. The Company continues to develop its therapeutics and related patent technology, as well as other ventures, through its subsidiary, Aikido Labs, LLC.
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TROY, Mich., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational science and artificial intelligence (AI), acquired OmniV, a technology out of XLDyn, a product development software company based in southeast Michigan. OmniV empowers open model-based systems engineering (MBSE) practice across systems, simulation, test, product development, and controls engineering by formalizing the development, integration, and use of models to inform enterprise and program decision making.
OmniV eliminates the silos that occur between high-level system modeling and simulation, as well as detailed, domain-specific modeling and simulation. OmniV is vendor agnostic and can connect to various enterprise data stores and verification and validation methods – including those from third-party vendors – to support program goals. OmniV brings together cross-domain product development activities using the MBSE methodology in a fully integrated and easy-to-use tool.
With support for systems modeling language (SysML) – a general purpose modeling language for systems engineering applications across a broad range of systems and systems-of-systems – OmniV's SysML compliant diagrams that capture system architecture (structures, requirements, and behavior) can easily be shared and verified with product development teams. This allows the creation of multiple types of digital twins easier and earlier in the product development process, even before CAD models are created.
"Historically, organizations have had to wait until they have a physical prototype to see how a product performs. OmniV provides a holistic understanding of how a product functions much earlier in the process," said James R. Scapa, founder and chief executive officer, Altair. "Our goal is to connect the dots across the enterprise through an open, flexible, and purpose driven MBSE and digital twin integration. Regardless of what tools you use, OmniV allows customers to have an open architecture MBSE practice that provides a traceable ecosystem to track performance, cost, and mass of a product."
The technology will be available via Altair Units, integrated into Altair's digital twin solution set, and accessible via Altair One, Altair's cloud innovation gateway.
About Altair
Altair is a global leader in computational science and artificial intelligence (AI) that provides software and cloud solutions in simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), data analytics, and AI. Altair enables organizations across all industries to compete more effectively and drive smarter decisions in an increasingly connected world – all while creating a greener, more sustainable future. For more information, visit https://www.altair.com/.
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Twitter has removed the verification check mark on the main account of The New York Times, one of CEO Elon Musk’s most despised news organizations.
The removal comes as many of Twitter’s high-profile users are bracing for the loss of the blue check marks that helped verify their identity and distinguish them from impostors on the social media platform.
Musk, who owns Twitter, set a deadline of Saturday for verified users to buy a premium Twitter subscription or lose the checks on their profiles. The Times said in a story Thursday that it would not pay Twitter for verification of its institutional accounts.
Early Sunday, Musk tweeted that the Times’ check mark would be removed. Later he posted disparaging remarks about the newspaper, which has aggressively reported on Twitter and on flaws with partially automated driving systems at Tesla, the electric car company, which he also runs.
Other Times accounts such as its business news and opinion pages still had either blue or gold check marks on Sunday, as did multiple reporters for the news organization.
“We aren’t planning to pay the monthly fee for check mark status for our institutional Twitter accounts,” the Times said in a statement Sunday. “We also will not reimburse reporters for Twitter Blue for personal accounts, except in rare instances where this status would be essential for reporting purposes,” the newspaper said in a statement Sunday.
The Associated Press, which has said it also will not pay for the check marks, still had them on its accounts at midday Sunday.
Twitter did not answer emailed questions Sunday about the removal of The New York Times check mark.
The costs of keeping the check marks ranges from $8 a month for individual web users to a starting price of $1,000 monthly to verify an organization, plus $50 monthly for each affiliate or employee account. Twitter does not verify the individual accounts to ensure they are who they say they are, as was the case with the previous blue check doled out to public figures and others during the platform’s pre-Musk administration.
While the cost of Twitter Blue subscriptions might seem like nothing for Twitter’s most famous commentators, celebrity users from basketball star LeBron James to Star Trek’s William Shatner have balked at joining. Seinfeld actor Jason Alexander pledged to leave the platform if Musk takes his blue check away.
The White House is also passing on enrolling in premium accounts, according to a memo sent to staff. While Twitter has granted a free gray mark for President Joe Biden and members of his Cabinet, lower-level staff won’t get Twitter Blue benefits unless they pay for it themselves.
“If you see impersonations that you believe violate Twitter’s stated impersonation policies, alert Twitter using Twitter’s public impersonation portal,” said the staff memo from White House official Rob Flaherty.
Alexander, the actor, said there are bigger issues in the world but without the blue mark, “anyone can allege to be me” so if he loses it, he’s gone.
“Anyone appearing with it=an imposter. I tell you this while I’m still official,” he tweeted.
After buying Twitter for $44 billion in October, Musk has been trying to boost the struggling platform’s revenue by pushing more people to pay for a premium subscription. But his move also reflects his assertion that the blue verification marks have become an undeserved or “corrupt” status symbol for elite personalities, news reporters and others granted verification for free by Twitter’s previous leadership.
Along with shielding celebrities from impersonators, one of Twitter’s main reasons to mark profiles with a blue check mark starting about 14 years ago was to verify politicians, activists and people who suddenly find themselves in the news, as well as little-known journalists at small publications around the globe, as an extra tool to curb misinformation coming from accounts that are impersonating people. Most “legacy blue checks” are not household names and weren’t meant to be.
One of Musk’s first product moves after taking over Twitter was to launch a service granting blue checks to anyone willing to pay $8 a month. But it was quickly inundated by impostor accounts, including those impersonating Nintendo, pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and Musk’s businesses Tesla and SpaceX, so Twitter had to temporarily suspend the service days after its launch.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tony Dow, who as Wally Cleaver on the sitcom “Leave It to Beaver” helped create the popular and lasting image of the American teenager of the 1950s and 60s, died Wednesday. He was 77.
Frank Bilotta, who represented Dow in his work as a sculptor, confirmed his death in an email to The Associated Press.
No cause was given, but Dow had been in hospice care and announced in May that he had been diagnosed with prostate and gall bladder cancer.
“Although this is a very sad day, I have comfort and peace that he is in a better place,” Dow’s son Christopher said in a post on his father’s official Facebook page. “He was the best Dad anyone could ask for. He was my coach, my mentor, my voice of reason, my best friend, my best man in my wedding, and my hero.”
A post on Dow’s Facebook page on Tuesday prematurely reported that he had died, but his wife and management team later took down the post and explained that it was announced in error.
Dow’s Wally was an often annoyed but essentially loving big brother who was constantly bailing out the title character, Theodore “Beaver” Cleaver, played by Jerry Mathers, on the show that was synonymous with the sometimes hokey, wholesome image of the 1950s American family.
Dow was born and raised in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles — his mother was a stuntwoman who acted as a double for silent film star Clara Bow — but his parents did not push him into show business.
He had done just a little stage acting and appeared in a pair of pilots. After attending an open casting call, he landed his career-defining role as Wally.
Dow would play the part for six seasons and more than 200 episodes from 1957 to 1963 on primetime on CBS and ABC, then for more than 100 episodes in the 1980s on a syndicated sequel series.
On the show, Wally, sometimes the center of the plot himself, navigated the worlds of junior high and high school — his two-faced best friend Eddie Haskell at his side — with just a little more wisdom than his little brother. The show’s plotlines suggested Wally was bound for great things — he mentions wanting to become an aerospace engineer — and he tended to find himself in moral dilemmas that stemmed from his essential goodness.
Dow’s favorite episode was one in which the always-ready-to-teach father, Ward Cleaver, played by Hugh Beaumont, wants his boys to know what his childhood was like. He takes them into the wilderness, despite their having what they felt was pressing business at home.
“The boys didn’t want to go because ‘Zombies From Outer Space’ was playing in the theater,” Dow said in a 2018 interview with Sidewalks Entertainment at Silicon Valley Comic-Con.
After the trip, at the end of the episode, Ward discovers the boys on a hilltop with binoculars, thinking they’re taking in some nature.
“They were watching Zombies from Outer Space at the drive-in,” Dow said with a laugh.
The show was still popular when it went off the air, but it had naturally run its course with Wally about to go to college and Beaver bound for high school.
Dow’s death leaves Mathers and Rusty Stevens, who played Beaver’s friend Larry Mondello, as the only surviving members of the show’s core cast. Beaumont died in 1982. Barbara Billingsley, who played mother June Cleaver, died in 2010. Ken Osmond, who played Haskell, died in 2020.
Dow would appear as a guest star on other TV series throughout the 1960s, 70s and 80s, including “My Three Sons,” “Dr. Kildare,” “Adam-12,” “Emergency,” “Square Pegs” and “Knight Rider.”
He took a break from acting to serve three years in the U.S. National Guard in the late 1960s.
From 1983 to 1989, amid a cultural craze for nostalgia television, Dow reprised the role of Wally in “The New Leave it to Beaver.”
He began writing and directing episodes of that series, and would work as a director in television throughout the 1990s on shows including “The New Lassie,” “Babylon 5,” “Harry and the Hendersons” and “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.”
At a time when such disclosures were rare, Dow went public with his clinical depression in the 1980s and made self-help videos on accepting and dealing with the illness.
Along with appearances in later years at pop culture conventions, often alongside Mather, Dow worked as an artist, gaining a sterling reputation as a sculptor.
One of his bronze pieces was accepted at 2008′s Societe Nationale des Beaux-Arts, a 150-year-old art show staged annually at the Louvre.
Dow told The Associated Press in 2012 that his openings brought out as many people anxious to rub shoulders with the Beaver’s big brother as to see his art.
“I think it’s hard, especially with the Wally image, to be taken seriously at pretty much anything other than that,” he said with a chuckle and a shake of his head.
Dow is survived by his wife of 42 years, Lauren, son Christopher, daughter-in-law Melissa, and brother Dion. | https://www.kfornow.com/tony-dow-big-brother-wally-on-leave-it-to-beaver-dies/ | 2022-07-28 01:48:26 | 1 | https://www.kfornow.com/tony-dow-big-brother-wally-on-leave-it-to-beaver-dies/ |
Officials: 2 gunmen fire into a Mantua crowd gathered for a vigil; 3 injured
MANTUA - At least two gunmen fired into a crowd gathered in Mantua for a vigil and injured three people.
Officials said the shooting happened Saturday evening, about 6:45, on the corner of North 39th and Aspen streets in Philadelphia’s Mantua neighborhood. Three unknown men pulled up on the crowd, got out of a car and at least two of those men opened fire as people were gathered for a vigil to remember a local resident who had died.
The injured were a 35-year-old man, with a graze wound to his back, a 26-year-old man shot in the back and a 42-year-old woman who was shot twice, once in the back and once in the stomach.
The 35-year-old man and the woman were taken to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center by police, while the 26-year-old man went to Presbyterian in a private vehicle.
All three are listed as stable.
Philadelphia Police Inspector D.F. Pace said police are aware the vehicle the men were driving was a stolen car. They fled the scene in the vehicle after the shooting and crashed the car about a block away and ran off in different directions.
Authorities say an investigation into a motivation is underway. Police are in possession of surveillance video from the area as well as video recorded at the vigil. Police say no arrests have been made and no weapons have been found.
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Playing with a winning hand, Chatham Glenwood trumped Jacksonville 32-16 in Illinois girls basketball action on January 5.
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Voodoo has expanded far and wide, including stores in Austin, Houston and San Antonio, but this will be its first location in North Texas.
Voodoo was founded by friends Kenneth "Cat Daddy" Pogson and Tres Shannon in 2003 in the hopes of achieving "world doughnut domination" with a new style of fried doughnuts: gourmet. From the outset, the two were creative in all manners of running their doughnut shop, including hosting Swahili lessons, weddings (legal, if you wanted them to be) and concerts in the loft above the shop. Aside from the antics, the shop also quickly won accolades for the doughnuts. In 2010, Bon Appetit anointed Voodoo one of the 10 best doughnuts in the country.
While many flavors and styles are over the top, like the Dirt topped with cookies and an Old Dirty Bastard with cookies and a peanut butter drizzle, the simple old-fashioneds are popular as well. The Bacon Maple Bar might be their signature piece of art. A Maple Blazer Blunt is a cylindrical doughnut dusted with cinnamon and sugar with red sprinkles at the end.
Gourmet doughnuts, or doughnuts of any kind, is a movement we can get behind. Detour Doughnuts in Frisco, one of our local favorites, often has a line out the door (watch this video for the July menu). Dallas-based Hypnotic is a longtime star, as is Jarams on Preston Road in North Dallas and in Lakewood. The Salty Donut from Miami opened in the Bishop Arts District in 2020 and is regularly packed. Shipley's is still amazing. We got a taste of Wow Donuts and Drips last year. But there's always more room at the doughnut table, so come on down, Voodoo.
This spot will likely do well along Greenville Avenue, which is surrounded by residential areas and draws a lot of foot traffic for all the bars, restaurants and shops.
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COLUMBIA CITY, Ind., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Landmaster dealers are now getting their first shipments of the new Landmaster 4x4 EV UTV. Customers can visit their local dealer to test drive one today or talk to their local dealer about a custom factory order. Custom factory orders can arrive as soon as 6-8 weeks when ordered through your local dealer. The Landmaster 4x4 EV starts at $17,499 which is nearly $8,000 below the Polaris Kinetic.
"The biggest thing customers should know about the 4x4 EV is that these are exciting vehicles to drive with friends and family. Whenever we put a customer in a gas vehicle to test drive and then shift them over to an electric, their eyes immediately light up with excitement. That alone tells you we made something incredible here. The other thing customers should realize is these vehicles are available now! While other manufacturers are backlogged with delays of 6 months to a year, you can get a Landmaster EV 4x4 with us in as little as 6 weeks," states Joe Klosterman, VP of Sales and Marketing for Landmaster.
Landmaster is known for building quality American Made UTVs that are customizable to fit the end-users needs. The new EV 4x4 comes with 3 dumpable bed options: 1.) A rust-proof, light weight poly bed, 2.) A wide heavy-duty steel bed, 3.) A consumer favorite, the rear flip seat which adds two extra passengers and converts into a dumpable bed for hauling. In addition to bed options, the customer has the option to choose between 4 hood colors and over 30 accessories and wheel options.
The Landmaster 4x4 EV is ultra-quiet and built for multiple applications including hunting, farming, lake-life, trail-riding, neighborhood cruises, or property maintenance. "It's really the ultimate vehicle for hunters. This demographic has been asking for a vehicle like this for years, and now it's finally available." Mentions David Piercy, Director of Marketing and Creative.
The EV 4x4 charges from 0-100% in as little as 8 hours and will last up to 50 miles on a single charge. Switch-activated speed modes allow the user to switch between Max Range or Max Speed Modes. Max Range will limit your speed to 12mph while Max Speed will take you up to 30mph. Haul up to 700 lbs. with the HD suspension, and tow up to 1,500 lbs. The EV comes with a 1 year full bumper-to-bumper warranty and a five year battery warranty.
For more information download the full brochure here: https://assets.americanlandmaster.com/uploads/catalogs/June-2022-EV-BROCHURE-6.30.22.pdf
Or follow Landmaster on Instagram for more EV information: @LandmasterUTV
About Landmaster: Landmaster has been manufacturing UTVs and related recreational products for over 50 years. The company is an Indiana based company producing a full line of gas and lithium ion UTVs. They distribute through independent dealers throughout the U.S., delivering the very best combination of technology, performance and American made ingenuity. For more information please visit www.americanlandmaster.com.
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LINCOLN, Neb., Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anemoment LLC, a technology innovator in lightweight, low-power sonic anemometers, was acquired by LI-COR Environmental on December 13, 2022.
"Anemoment products are known for their high performance, ruggedness, low power consumption, and portability, and those align well with LI-COR standards," said Kristin Feese, Vice President and General Manager of LI-COR Environmental.
The acquisition brings new expertise, core technology, and products to LI-COR in adjacent markets, and supports the long-term growth and stability of the Anemoment products.
"Personally, I could not be more pleased with the commitments made by LI-COR ensuring that the TriSonica family of sonic sensors are here for the long haul in quality, quantity, and variety to meet the growing demands of our market and customers," said Elizabeth Osborn, CEO, Anemoment.
LI-COR and Anemoment look forward to integrating their reputations and strong global presence to better serve the needs of the environmental monitoring markets.
Anemoment is a leader in the design and manufacturing of mobile sensing systems used in exacting meteorological applications around the globe. Their sonic sensors are lightweight and powerful, allowing researchers to capture essential data with precision.
LI-COR is an industry-leading environmental technology innovator of high-quality instrument systems for eddy covariance, plant physiology, soil gas flux, light, gas analysis, and greenhouse gas research. LI-COR instruments and systems are used around the world.
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Expanding and adding new value-add capabilities to PROtect's Merchanical Integrity Division
NEW YORK, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PROtect, LLC, a leading national safety, reliability, and compliance services firm based in Wichita, KS, successfully consumated its acquisition of Houston Integrity Consultants, LLC ("HIC"), a premier Houston, TX based specialized provider of Risk Based Inspection (RBI) services which includes industry-leading Inspection Data Management System (IDMS) software. HIC is recognized for its proficiency in addressing complex inspection and reliability challenges faced by the oil & gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, renewables, and refining industries.
The combined PROtect, HIC organization will continue to be led by Nathan VanderGriend, President & CEO, and will be significantly enhanced by the addition of Stuart Beveridge and his HIC team to PROtect's Mechanical Integrity division.
"The acquisition of Houston Integrity Consultants represents a significant milestone for our company and compliments our current Mechanical Integrity ("MI"), Process Safety Management, and engineering capabilities" stated Nathan VanderGriend, President & CEO of PROtect. "With HIC's capabilities and experience, we can now offer our clients additional MI inspection program strategies and highly desirable software applications to support their overall programs. We are confident that this acquisition will benefit our clients and help us to achieve our long-term goals. We look forward to working together with the HIC team to deliver MI services and data management solutions to our clients."
"We are excited to be joining PROtect and to bring our RBI service capabilities and software applications to a wider range of clients. Together with PROtect, we look forward to delivering new capabilities to our collective clients across a range of industries," said Stuart Beveridge, Operations Director of Houston Integrity Consultants. "We couldn't be more pleased to find the perfect partner in Nathan and his team. We share a very similar philosophy about caring for our people and visions for building best in class for our customers. I am excited to watch my team continue their personal and professional growth and finding added fulfillment in their new positions with PROtect."
The companies will retain all team members and both companies will operate under their current brands through the end of 2023.
Dentons US LLP served as legal counsel to PROtect. Weycer, Kaplan, Pulaski & Zuber, P.C. served as legal counsel to HIC.
About Spire Capital Partners – Spire Capital (https://spirecapital.com/) is an active and experienced private equity firm with an investment focus in lower middle market companies within the technology-enabled business services, media, communications, and education sectors. Spire Capital was founded on the principle of partnering with management teams and founders to help effectuate the next stage of growth for their companies. Spire professionals have a broad array of past operating, investing, and advisory experiences that they leverage to assist portfolio companies in accelerating growth, guiding strategic direction, and executing their business plans.
Spire Capital is a New York based investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Investment Act of 1940. Market conditions can vary over time and past fund performance does not guarantee future fund results.
About PROtect, LLC – Headquartered in Wichita, KS, PROtect, LLC (formerly ERI Solutions, LLC & DBI, Inc.) (https://protect.llc/) is a professional services company that provides safety, reliability, and compliance services to high-hazard industries such as biofuels, chemical, oil & gas, power generation, pulp and paper, and allied industries. Such categories include advanced and conventional non-destructive testing (NDT), mechanical integrity (MI), environmental, health, safety, process safety, and insurance program management. PROtect's engineers, consultants, and technicians dispatch to service our customers from various locations within the continental United States to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of service.
PROtect also operates ERM SPC, Ltd., a segregated portfolio captive reinsurance company domiciled in the Cayman Islands focused on reinsuring workers compensation, general liability, and property of qualified risks.
About Houston Integrity Consultants, LLC (HIC) – The late John Tischuk, a pioneer of risk-based inspections, formed HIC (https://houstonintegrity.com/) in 2012. An expert that spent more than 40 years in the industry, John led the development of RBI by assisting in the writing of the original API documents on RBI. HIC, now led by Stuart Beveridge, has earned a reputation as a trusted partner for its' clients by consulting with them to evaluate equipment, inspection data, and develop strategic inspection programs to ensure safe and reliable operations. HIC's team consists of highly experienced engineers and consultants.
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos acknowledges he paid a substantial price to acquire Sean Murphy from the Oakland Athletics in a three-team trade.
Anthopoulos believed adding one of the game’s top catchers was worth the cost.
“We definitely gave up a ton,” Anthopoulos said Monday. “But we got a really good player back. Getting players like that is hard.”
The Braves added Murphy as part of a trade that sent All-Star catcher William Contreras to the Milwaukee Brewers.
Oakland acquired catcher Manny Piña and pitching prospects Kyle Muller, Freddy Tarnok and Royber Salinas from Atlanta and outfield prospect Esteury Ruiz from Milwaukee. The Brewers also received right-handed pitchers Joel Payamps and Justin Yeager.
“I had a really nice conversation with Sean,” Athletics general manager David Forst said. “He was not surprised he got traded but surprised to be hearing from me today and where the landing spot was.”
Murphy, 28, batted .250 with 18 homers, 66 RBIs and a .759 OPS in 148 games this past season. He’s regarded as an elite defender and won a Gold Glove in 2021.
Contreras, who turns 25 on Dec. 24, made the NL All-Star team as a designated hitter in 2022. He batted .278 with 20 homers, 45 RBIs and an .860 OPS while making 57 starts at catcher, 31 at designated hitter and one in left field.
“His bat is something that has the chance to be really special,” Brewers president of baseball operations Matt Arnold said. “The fact that he hit 20 home runs as a young guy and was an All-Star last year at a very young age with a long tail of control is something that we feel really good about. We like the fact that he fits into our lineup immediately and hopefully he’s a Brewer – and a productive one – for a very long time.”
The Brewers also boosted their bullpen with the addition of Payamps, who went 3-6 with a 3.23 ERA in 41 games with the Kansas City Royals and Athletics last season. Yeager spent the 2022 season in the Braves’ farm system.
Contreras had a breakout year offensively for the Braves, but his defensive skills were lacking. That’s why Anthopoulos was so eager to acquire Murphy and pair him with Travis d’Arnaud, a player with similar offensive and defensive strengths.
Murphy and d’Arnaud likely will split catching and designated hitter duties, with the idea of keeping them both as fresh as possible. Anthopoulos said he spoke with d’Arnaud before the trade to make sure he was on board with the decision.
The five-time defending NL East champions have been busy this offseason, also adding depth in the bullpen with a trade for former All-Star reliever Joe Jiménez.
But it looks like any hope of re-signing shortstop Dansby Swanson has largely faded away. When asked about that position, Anthopoulos said he’s open to a deal or signing that would upgrade the position but spent most of his time talking about the two holdovers on the roster, youngster Vaughn Grissom and veteran Orlando Arcia.
“Obviously, that’s the elephant in the room. We’re still open-minded, clearly, but we also have to prepare with what we have now,” Anthopoulos said. “If the season started today with who’s on the roster, it would be a competition between those two. But the season doesn’t start today. If we can make the club better at that spot or anywhere else, we’ll continue to look.”
Oakland added plenty of prospects in the deal along with the 35-year-old Piña, who played just five games for the Braves in 2022 before undergoing season-ending wrist surgery. Forst said some of those prospects are expected to be on the opening day roster.
The A’s have long traded away their key players, so the trade of Murphy is no surprise given the low-budget franchise’s tradition of seeing stars shine elsewhere. Last offseason, manager Bob Melvin departed to become skipper of the San Diego Padres and Oakland traded sluggers Matt Chapman and Matt Olson to the Blue Jays and Braves, respectively, while sending ace right-hander Chris Bassitt to the Mets and lefty Sean Manaea to the Padres.
Oakland finished 60-102 in manager Mark Kotsay’s first year and missed the playoffs for a second straight year following three consecutive berths and an AL West title during the coronavirus-shortened 2020 season. The Athletics had 26 fewer wins than the 2021 team that finished 86-76, nine games behind the division champion Astros.
“We’re constantly in a state of turnover and the whole goal of this franchise and this ballpark search is to not be in that state,” Forst said. “So I think I’ve said before and been pretty open that I don’t enjoy making these phone calls and watching these players who we’ve drafted — the scouting department’s put in the time, the player development staff has put in the time and gotten these guys here and the major league staff develops relationships — those are the players you want to hold on to.
“I’m hopeful that we’re every day getting closer to that time, but in the meantime we’re sort of operating as we have for as long as I can remember and making trades, turning over the roster, bringing in hopefully new talented players and continuing to do whatever we can to try and compete in the big leagues,” he said. “I think I’m not out of line saying that ’22 was really the first year that we haven’t been successful in doing that.”
In another move, the Athletics designated infielder Vimael Machín for assignment.
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AP Sports Writers Janie McCauley and Paul Newberry contributed to this report.
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According to a Marshall Project report, inflation has hit America's incarcerated population harder than it has those on the outside. Alex Arriaga, who wrote the report, talks about what she found.
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According to a Marshall Project report, inflation has hit America's incarcerated population harder than it has those on the outside. Alex Arriaga, who wrote the report, talks about what she found.
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Dr. Meredith Grey says farewell to Seattle and 'Grey's Anatomy' as a series regular By Karen Zamora, Sarah Handel Published February 24, 2023 at 4:17 PM CST Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 2:40 After 19 seasons, Dr. Meredith Grey of ABC's hit drama Grey's Anatomy says goodbye as a series regular. Copyright 2023 NPR | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/2023-02-24/dr-meredith-grey-says-farewell-to-seattle-and-greys-anatomy-as-a-series-regular | 2023-02-25 00:21:11 | 0 | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/2023-02-24/dr-meredith-grey-says-farewell-to-seattle-and-greys-anatomy-as-a-series-regular |
Animal health company Medgene granted a second Platform technology license to provide solutions for pork producers.
BROOKINGS, S.D., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The USDA Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB) has allowed animal health company, Medgene, license to produce and market a USDA - approved Platform Vaccine to the pork industry. The license applies to use of their Platform technology to produce vaccines addressing disease targets such as Rotavirus, Porcine Circovirus, Influenza A, and Sapovirus.
Medgene's vaccine approach leverages a USDA-approved "platform technology" that is safe and easily adapted to multiple animal disease targets. The result is the development of vaccines and an understanding of how diseases move across species and geographies in a fraction of the time of traditional vaccine approaches.
Dr. Clayton Johnson, Director of Veterinary Services for Carthage Veterinary Service, LTD, stated, "Medgene's approach to Platform Vaccines allows us to keep our standards of animal health at the highest level possible."
Medgene announced their licensure on June 8 at the World Pork Expo, held on the Iowa State Fair fairgrounds, located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Medgene CEO, Mark Luecke, stated, "The pork industry's importance to our nation's food supply can't be overstated. We've been working on getting the power of Platform technology into the hands of pork industry veterinarians for many years. Our license means we can bring the safety, speed, and value of this technology to work for the good of the industry."
Medgene's Rotavirus, Porcine Circovirus, Influenza A, and Sapovirus vaccines are available to licensed veterinarians.
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MISUMI announces an "economy delivery, low price" option for meviy machined plates and sheet metal parts.
With this new option through meviy, an on-demand procurement software, customers can choose to ship product in 22-plus days over MISUMI's faster standard lead time.
By choosing a longer lead time for product delivery, the final price offers users 30% off without compromising quality. This option provides more flexibility for users who require custom parts for applications when affordability is set at a higher priority than lead times.
Here's how it works:
- A user uploads a 3D model and a quote is generated within minutes
- Once user confirms quote, multiple delivery lead time options will appear
- User can select "Economy Shipping," which delivers products in 22-plus days
- By selecting the longer lead time option, the price will automatically reduce by 30%
"At MISUMI, one of our goals is to provide as much flexibility as possible for our customers," said Brice Hiner, Head of Sales and Marketing, Industrial Digital Manufacturing, at MISUMI USA. "This cost-saving delivery option is recommended for engineers, designers, and makers who want to systematically order high-quality products easily and procure custom parts at low prices."
meviy is a cost-effective and free-to-use online service designed to review and purchase custom parts in just a few clicks. Users can upload 3D models, verify tolerances, and get flexible, instant pricing and lead times options.
The advanced AI behind meviy reviews your 3D models instantly to determine manufacturability. Along with cost-savings, meviy helps users save time by generating simple 2D drawings and creating reusable global part numbers through a simplified online ordering process.
For more information, please visit misumi.info/meviy
MISUMI is a manufacturer and distributor for configurable components and off-the-shelf products. With a vast selection of 80 sextillion standard and customized parts, MISUMI is an unmatched, one-stop shop to meet customer specifications. MISUMI is committed to empowering customers to do high-precision design work incredibly fast.
For more information, visit misumiusa.com.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The category? “Proper Name.” The answer? Ryan Seacrest, who will become the new “Wheel of Fortune” host after Pat Sajak's retirement next year.
Seacrest and Sony Pictures Television announced Tuesday that Seacrest has signed a multiyear deal to host the long-running game show starting with Season 42. Sajak recently announced the upcoming 41st season would be his last on the show.
It's the latest hosting gig for Seacrest, the popular “American Idol” host who also now rings in the new year for many on “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.”
“I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak," Seacrest said in a statement. “I can say, along with the rest of America, that it’s been a privilege and pure joy to watch Pat and Vanna on our television screens for an unprecedented 40 years, making us smile every night and feel right at home with them.”
Seacrest in his statement also praised Vanna White, another mainstay of “Wheel of Fortune,” and signaled she would remain on the show after Sajak's retirement. Both White and Sajak have been on the show since the early 1980s.
"I can’t wait to continue the tradition of spinning the wheel and working alongside the great Vanna White,” Seacrest's statement said. He also said he was looking to learn as much as possible from Sajak during the transition period.
The show tapes in Southern California, where Seacrest also hosts a popular nationally syndicated morning drivetime radio show. In February, Seacrest announced he would leave the New York-based televised morning show "Live with Kelly and Ryan" after six years. Kelly Ripa now hosts that show with her husband Mark Consuelos.
Sajak, 76, has presided over the game show, in which contestants guess letters to try to fill out words and phrases in pursuit of money and prizes, since 1981. He took over duties from Chuck Woolery, who was the show’s host when it debuted in 1975. The show started out as a daytime game show but became a syndicated nightly telecast in 1983, making Sajak and White the main faces of “Wheel of Fortune” for viewers for four decades. | https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/nation-world/ryan-seacrest-will-host-wheel-of-fortune-after-pat-sajak-retires/MKBSJ4EG35AETMVBBJ7RYYCUIY/ | 2023-06-27 17:34:05 | 1 | https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/nation-world/ryan-seacrest-will-host-wheel-of-fortune-after-pat-sajak-retires/MKBSJ4EG35AETMVBBJ7RYYCUIY/ |
Heels and jeans go together like the sun and sand — maybe even better, depending on whom you ask. While it’s a hard look to get wrong, some style combination elevate the aesthetic by highlighting your heels and jeans in the best way possible.
For example, if you find showstopping metallic heels with exquisite detailing, you’ll want to pair them with ankle jeans that won’t hide them behind a floor-length hemline. There are also six other go-to options for you to consider.
In this article: Fereshte Ankle Strap Platform High Heels, Lee Women’s Relaxed Fit Jeans and Athlefit Lug Sole Chelsea Boots.
Types of heels to consider
While the list of styles grows each season, eight basic heel silhouettes exist.
- Stilettos: These have a rail-thin heel 2 inches or longer and an overall sleek look.
- Pumps: These have a heel 1 inch or higher, with an average width.
- Block heels: These have a wide heel of any height.
- Platform: These can have a thin or average heel width as long as the toe box rests on a platform.
- Wedges: These have a solid platform that tapers toward the toe box.
- Ankle boots: These can have any heel height as long as the boot’s shaft lands at or around the ankle.
- Lug boots: These heavy boots have thick outsoles with short or long heels.
- Knee-high boots: These fitted boots can boast any heel height and land at or around the knee.
Types of jeans to consider
There are eight primary denim silhouettes to consider as you shop for your heels and jeans.
- Straight-leg: These hug the waist and hips, and they fall straight from the low hip to the hemline.
- Boot cut: These have a close fit from the waist to the knee and gently flare to the hemline.
- Wide-leg: These are fitted at the waist and flare from the low hip to the hemline.
- Skinny: These hug the body from the waist to the hemline.
- Boyfriend: These are loose from the waistband to the hemline.
- Mom: These have a high, tapered waist with a loose fit, roomy legs and a tapered ankle.
- Capris: These can sport any shape but have a hemline that lands at the shin.
- Ankle: These can have any silhouette, but the hemline falls at the ankle.
Which heels and jeans pair well?
Suggestions can help you highlight the silhouette created by your jeans and show off your heels, but it’s hard to strike a sour note with any combination of trendy heels and jeans. Ultimately, it’s best to go with the pieces you see yourself wearing the most.
Nevertheless, there are seven classic pairings to consider as you shop for heels and jeans.
- Knee-high boots with skinny jeans: These elevate the form-fitting silhouette of the jeans and look fantastic with heels of any height.
- Stilettos with ankle jeans: These let you show off the details on your heels and work well with capris or pumps.
- Platforms with wide-leg jeans: The draping hemline masks the height of your heels and elongates your legs.
- Wedges with capris: These give you a casual, effortless vibe and look especially great with espadrilles.
- Lug boots and straight-leg jeans: These heavy boots don’t get lost in the straight-leg style’s loose hemline and create a balanced shape. The jeans also look great with chunky heels.
- Ankle boots and boot cut jeans: These work particularly well with a boot that boasts a pointed toe to elongate the legs.
- Block heel and boyfriend jeans: These heavy heels balance out the weightiness of the denim, and they look even better when juxtaposed against an ultra-feminine finish.
What are the best trendy heels and jeans to buy?
Fereshte Ankle Strap Platform High Heels
These leg-elongating pumps are 5.5 inches high with a 1.57-inch platform and a sexy ankle strap to keep them securely on your feet. They come in 13 varieties and sizes 5.5 to 11.5.
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These are midrise, have a zipper closure and are full-length with a slight taper at the hemline. They come in 25 washes and sizes 2 to 20, with short and long inseams, to serve various trendy heels and jeans combinations.
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Athlefit Lug Sole Chelsea Boots
These slip-on boots land at the ankle and have a 2.3-inch heel, a thick rubber outsole and enhanced traction bottoms. They come in six colors and sizes 5.5 to 11.
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Clarks Adriel Viola Ortholite High Heel Pumps
These leather pumps have a half-inch platform, a heel height of 3.25 inches and cushioned footbeds that run the shoes’ length to distribute each step’s impact better. They come in sizes 5 to 12 and five varieties to help you find your perfect heels and jeans look.
Paige Sarah Vintage High-Rise Jeans
These straight-leg jeans have a button closure with a high waist that shows off your curves and a 26-inch inseam that lands at the ankle. They are made with 2% elastane and have a soft vintage finish for a laid-back heels and jeans aesthetic.
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Adams Skippy Pumps With Chunky Heels
These round-toe pumps have a soft footbed with a 3.5-inch heel and a strap at the ankle for a secure fit. They come in 13 hues (with shiny, matte and metallic finishes) and sizes 5.5 to 11.
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These antiqued leather boots land at the knee with a 15-inch shaft, have an inside zipper closure and feature a 1.75-inch heel. They come in seven finishes and sizes 5.5 to 11.
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Worth checking out
- These 7 For All Mankind High Waist Cropped Straight Jeans are excellent if you’re looking for a figure-flattering silhouette with added stretch, for a comfortable fit from the first time you put them on.
- The Wrangler High Rise Unforgettable Skinny Jeans land at the ankle and come in nine washes and sizes 0 to 24.
- If you want a comfortable, full-length fit, the Lee Women’s Flex Motion Regular Fit Boot Cut Jeans are a fantastic midrise option with a flexible waistband and 1% elastane. They come in six washes and sizes 4 to 18.
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Offering over $1M in new scholarships, the partnership seeks to close the tech skills gap through training in web development and UX/UI design
SALT LAKE CITY, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sustainable Startups and Meta have joined forces with V School to provide one full-ride scholarship and $1M in partial scholarships to V School's online web development and UX/UI design programs. Applications are open now through November 1, 2022 and are available here. Winners will be announced on November 8, 2022.
"This is a truly life-altering opportunity for women in Utah Valley to break into tech and start building the lives they deserve," says V School co-founder MO Reeder. "We are so grateful to Meta and Sustainable Startups for their commitment to closing the skills gap and for partnering with us on this cause."
V School's training programs are mastery-based, and graduation is contingent on students landing great jobs in their field, rather than merely completing coursework. According to one graduate, "V School feels like a one-of-a-kind community where their whole goal is to get you prepared for a job and do everything in their power to make you more marketable."
To be eligible for the full-ride You Belong in Tech Scholarship ($21,000 value), applicants must be women residing in Utah Valley, and they must apply by November 1, 2022.
In addition to the You Belong in Tech Scholarship, V School is offering $1M in partial scholarships ($4,000 per student) to qualified applicants in the United States and Canada.
V School will host an in-person info session on June 23, 2022 at 6:30pm MST at Kiln in Lehi, UT. Register here.
Sustainable Startups is a civic organization that teaches entrepreneurial mindsets and skill-sets to individuals looking to create change.
Meta, formerly Facebook, Inc., is a technology company based in Silicon Valley. Its subsidiaries include Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and others.
For people looking to break into the tech industry, V School is a reliable and accessible path to a high paying career. Unlike traditional schools and bootcamps, V School is 100% outcomes-based, where graduation is based on employment.
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ST. LOUIS, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Energizer Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ENR) will report its First Quarter Fiscal 2023 results before the market opens on February 6. Energizer also will discuss its results during an investor conference call that will be webcast beginning at 10 a.m. ET. The call will be hosted by Mark LaVigne, Chief Executive Officer, and John Drabik, Chief Financial Officer.
All interested parties may access a live webcast of this conference call at www.energizerholdings.com, under the Investors and Events & Presentations tabs or by using the following link:
For those unable to participate during the live webcast, a replay will be available on www.energizerholdings.com, under the "Investors," "Events & Presentations" and "Past Events" tabs.
About Energizer:
Energizer Holdings ("Energizer," NYSE: ENR), headquartered in St. Louis, is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of primary batteries, portable lights, and auto care appearance, performance, refrigerant, and fragrance products. Our portfolio of globally recognized brands include Energizer, Armor All, Eveready, Rayovac, STP, Varta, A/C Pro, Refresh Your Car!, California Scents, Driven, Bahama & Co., LEXOL, Eagle One, Nu Finish, Scratch Doctor, and Tuff Stuff. As a global branded consumer products company, Energizer's mission is to be the leader in our categories by better serving consumers and customers. Visit www.energizerholdings.com for more details.
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NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Orthofix Medical Inc. ("Orthofix" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: OFIX) in connection with the proposed acquisition of the Company by SeaSpine Holdings Corporation ("SeaSpine") (NASDAQ: SPNE). Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive 0.4163 shares of SeaSpine common stock for each Orthofix share owned, representing implied per-share merger consideration of approximately $2.44 based upon SeaSpine' October 13, 2022 closing price of $5.86. Upon completion of the transaction, Orthofix shareholders will own approximately 56.5 percent of the combined company, and SeaSpine shareholders will own approximately 43.5 percent of the combined company.
If you own Orthofix shares and wish to discuss this investigation or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests, visit our website:
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Weiss Law is investigating whether (i) Orthofix's board of directors acted in the best interests of Company shareholders in agreeing to the proposed transaction, (ii) the per-share merger consideration adequately compensates Orthofix's shareholders, and (iii) all information regarding the sales process and valuation of the transaction will be fully and fairly disclosed.
Weiss Law has litigated hundreds of stockholder class and derivative actions for violations of corporate and fiduciary duties. We have recovered over a billion dollars for defrauded clients and obtained important corporate governance relief in many of these cases. If you have information or would like legal advice concerning possible corporate wrongdoing (including insider trading, waste of corporate assets, accounting fraud, or materially misleading information), consumer fraud (including false advertising, defective products, or other deceptive business practices), or anti-trust violations, please email us at stockinfo@weisslawllp.com
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LAS VEGAS, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GID Industrial announced today that it has acquired 4530 Calimesa, an infill warehouse totaling 27,309 square feet located in the North Las Vegas submarket. This acquisition marks the company's fourth investment in the region this year.
The building is 100 percent leased to a credit tenant and has a 3-year average lease term. The building has a single suite and four doors with an average clear height of 28 feet.
GID Industrial recently acquired two additional centers in the North Las Vegas area, Nellis Industrial Park and SunPoint Commerce Center. Offering a variety of suite sizes and locations, these assets allow GID to offer an array of leasing options to existing and potential tenants in the market.
To learn more about GID Industrial, visit gid.com/industrial.
GID is a privately held, vertically-integrated real estate company that owns and operates a portfolio of multifamily and industrial assets, as well as develops mixed-use projects. With corporate offices in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, New York, and San Francisco, GID is an experienced real estate private equity investor and manager supported by an integrated operating platform and has 60+ years of experience across multiple asset classes. GID's existing and under-development properties are valued at over $26.7 billion as of March 31, 2022.
The current portfolio includes over 46,000 residential units, more than 20 million square feet of industrial space, and one million square feet of retail and office space. More information is available at www.gid.com.
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COLUMBIA, Md., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blend360 announced today that they have been included in Forrester's report, The AI Service Providers Landscape, Q3 2022.
The report, written by Principal Analysts Michele Goetz, Brandon Purcell, and Boris Evelson, provides an overview of 39 AI service providers to help technology and data leaders understand the value AI service providers can contribute and how they vary by size and market focus. These 39 service providers were chosen by Forrester from a list of notable vendors with more than $50M in AI-related services revenue. Forrester defines AI Service providers as "organizations that engage with technology and data leaders to apply AI to strategic and operational business transformation initiatives across the enterprise or within areas of the business to drive competitive advantage."
Co-Founder and CEO Patrick Hennessy said, "We are thrilled to be part of Forrester's report on the landscape of AI services providers, as we know making this list is no small feat. At the heart of Blend360 is an elite group of data scientists that strive to use data, tech, and analytics to optimize business results. We believe this recognition validates we are on the right path, and we will continue to help our customers use AI to better build their business."
Blend360 is an award-winning provider of data and analytics solutions for Fortune 500 companies. The company has made the Inc. 5000 list of Fasting Growing Companies every year they have been in business and has been awarded a world-class ranking in client satisfaction for the past three years. They have over 500 employees with offices domestically in NY, MD, CO, and CA and internationally throughout the EMEA region.
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A bipartisan group of senators on Monday introduced a bill that would end the commercial blockade on Cuba while maintaining other U.S. laws that impose human rights-based restrictions on the island nation.
The bill, introduced by Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), showcases political divisions over a blockade that’s been in place more than six decades.
An array of powerful Democrats and Republicans oppose leniency toward the Cuban regime, to say nothing of a radical policy shift such as lifting the trade embargo.
But some Republicans see Cuba as an untapped market of 11 million people a stone’s throw from Florida, and some Democrats see the embargo as a Cold War-era anachronism.
“I have long pushed to reform our relationship with Cuba, which for decades has been defined by conflicts of the past instead of looking toward the future,” Klobuchar said in a statement.
“By ending the trade embargo with Cuba once and for all, our bipartisan legislation will turn the page on the failed policy of isolation while creating a new export market and generating economic opportunities for American businesses,” she added.
It’s no coincidence that both Republican co-sponsors are from Kansas, a major agricultural state.
“The unilateral trade embargo on Cuba blocks our own farmers, ranchers and manufacturers from selling into a market only 90 miles from our shoreline, while foreign competitors benefit at our expense,” Moran said.
In 2020, Cuba’s top imports were poultry meat, wheat, corn, concentrated milk, rice and dried legumes, according to the Observatory of Economic Complexity. And its top import partners were Spain, China, Italy, Brazil, Canada and the United States.
While the United States is one of the top exporters of food to Cuba — indeed the top exporter, according to a January 2022 report by CBS Miami — restrictions on trade make it harder for U.S. farmers to export their food there, according to a 2021 report from the Congressional Research Service (CRS).
And because of the embargo, the Cuban government imposes restrictions on who can import and distribute U.S. products, further diminishing the market for those goods.
“I’m proud to sign onto the Freedom to Export to Cuba Act. It’s important for the United States to boost our economic opportunities and increase market access for American-made goods,” said Marshall.
According to the CRS report, Cuba was the ninth largest export market for U.S. agricultural products before 1960; it now ranks as the 50th market, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The Dominican Republic, a U.S. ally in the Caribbean with a population similar to Cuba’s, ranks 15th and over the past three years has imported seven times more U.S. agricultural products than Cuba.
Because of its proximity to Cuba, the United States has a baked-in advantage over other major agricultural producers, but countries such as Brazil remain competitive because of unfettered trade with the island.
“This legislation will expand market opportunities for U.S. producers by allowing them to compete on a level playing field with other countries. It is time to amend our own laws to give U.S. producers fair access to market to consumers in Cuba,” Moran said.
While the economic argument may sway some Republicans from the plains states, any easing of sanctions on the communist regime is an uphill battle.
According to the bill’s proponents, it would maintain restrictions tied to the Cuban government’s human rights record and to its takeover of private property following the 1959 revolution.
“We can expand opportunities for American businesses and farmers to trade with Cuba while still holding the Cuban government accountable for its human rights record. This bipartisan legislation is a smart fix that will create American jobs and benefit the Cuban people,” Murphy said.
But if the bill is picked up by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC), it will face two powerful Cuba hawks on either side of the aisle in Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and panel Chairman Bob Menéndez (D-N.J.).
“So good luck with that,” said a senior Democratic aide.
And even if the bill manages to avoid SFRC, it’s unlikely it will be put to a vote unless leadership is convinced there’s enough support for to get 60 votes.
Still, the bill gives voice to those who seek to rethink a policy toward Cuba that’s remained essentially static for more than half a century.
“It is long past time for us to normalize relations with Cuba,” Warren said. “This legislation takes important steps to remove barriers for U.S. trade and relations between our two countries and moves us in the right direction by increasing economic opportunities for Americans and the Cuban people.” | https://www.qcnews.com/hill-politics/bipartisan-senate-bill-would-end-cuban-embargo/ | 2023-03-07 22:30:42 | 1 | https://www.qcnews.com/hill-politics/bipartisan-senate-bill-would-end-cuban-embargo/ |
Six more fall movies that could score big this awards season
CHICAGO - The Oscars won’t air until March 2023, but believe it or not, this year’s awards season is already in full swing!
Your friendly neighborhood FOX Digital film critics will be checking out some of the buzziest movies of the fall at the 58th Chicago International Film Festival, which runs Oct. 12-23 at venues around Chicago. We’ve already rounded up a list of six fall movies that could score big this awards season. Now here are six more to look out for (particularly when it comes to their central performances) as they hit movie theaters and streaming platforms in the next few months.
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Causeway (in theaters and streaming on Apple TV+ Nov. 4)
Brian Tyree Henry and Jennifer Lawrence in "Causeway." Photo: Apple TV+
After stepping away from the spotlight for a while, Jennifer Lawrence made her splashy cinematic return in last year’s "Don’t Look Up." And now she takes on a new type of leading lady role in director Lila Neugebauer’s intimate drama, "Causeway." Lawrence stars as Lynsey, a military engineer who suffered a traumatic brain injury while deployed in Afghanistan. Struggling to adjust to life back home in New Orleans, she befriends a friendly but troubled mechanic named James (Brian Tyree Henry of "Atlanta" and Marvel’s "Eternals"). And this small-scale, deeply human character study gives both actors a chance to shine without a single bow and arrow or laser in sight.
Rated R. 92 minutes. Dir: Lila Neugebauer. Featuring: Jennifer Lawrence, Brian Tyree Henry, Linda Emond, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jayne Houdyshell, Russell Harvard.
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The Wonder (in select theaters Nov. 2; streaming on Netflix Nov. 16)
The Wonder. Florence Pugh as Lib Wright in The Wonder. Cr. Christopher Barr/Netflix © 2022
"Don’t Worry Darling" may have been overshadowed by the drama of its press tour, but like her co-star Harry Styles, Florence Pugh has another chance to earn some awards season acclaim this year. Set in 1862, "The Wonder" follows an English nurse (Pugh) who travels to the Irish Midlands to investigate a mysterious phenomenon: an 11-year-old girl who claims she hasn’t eaten in four months and is miraculously surviving on "manna from heaven." Based on the strange real-life story of Victorian "fasting girls," "The Wonder" explores the tension between science and faith in a devout community still reeling from the Great Famine. (As an added bonus, it gets Pugh back in those great 19th century costumes she rocked in "Little Women.")
Rated R. 108 minutes. Dir: Sebastián Lelio. Featuring: Florence Pugh, Tom Burke, Niamh Algar, Elaine Cassidy, Kíla Lord Cassidy, Toby Jones, Ciarán Hinds, Dermot Crowley, Brían F. O'Byrne, David Wilmot.
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The Inspection (in theaters Nov. 18)
Gabrielle Union and Jeremy Pope in "The Inspection." Photo: A24
Writer/director Elegance Bratton dramatizes his own real-life experiences in this feature debut about a young, gay Black man who seeks stability by joining the Marines. Battling both deep-seated prejudice and the grueling demands of basic training, Ellis (Jeremy Pope) nevertheless also finds camaraderie, strength and support in his new community — the kind he’s struggled to earn from his judgmental mother Inez (Gabrielle Union). Billed as a deeply moving story about belonging and identity, "The Inspection" has already drawn early praise for Pope and especially Union, whose transformative work could very well launch a whole new phase of her career.
Rated R. 94 minutes. Dir: Elegance Bratton. Featuring: Jeremy Pope, Gabrielle Union, Raúl Castillo, McCaul Lombardi, Aaron Dominguez, Bokeem Woodbine.
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Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (in theaters for one week Nov. 23; streaming on Netflix Dec 23)
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022). Daniel Craig as Detective Benoit Blanc. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2022.
Break out your fishermen sweaters and thick Southern accents because Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc is back! The beloved "Knives Out" detective returns in a new adventure written and directed by Rian Johnson. This time around, Detective Blanc is called to Greece to solve a murder mystery that Johnson has described as "a roller coaster and not a crossword puzzle." And with a star-studded ensemble that includes the likes of Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Kate Hudson and Dave Bautista, it’s possible "Glass Onion" could even garner some awards attention this year. (The first film scored an Oscar nom for Best Original Screenplay.) See for yourself — either in the film’s special one-week "sneak preview" theatrical release at Thanksgiving or when it hits Netflix in late December.
Rated PG-13. 139 minutes. Dir: Rian Johnson. Featuring: Daniel Craig, Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline, Kate Hudson, Dave Bautista.
WATCH FREE ON TUBI: Kate Hudson steals the show in "Nine" — get the app
White Noise (in select theaters Nov. 25; streaming on Netflix Dec. 30)
WHITE NOISE - (L-R) Greta Gerwig (Babette), May Nivola (Steffie), Adam Driver (Jack), Samuel Nivola (Heinrich) and Raffey Cassidy (Denise). Cr: Wilson Webb/NETFLIX © 2022
Best known for thoughtful contemporary character dramedies like "Frances Ha" and "Marriage Story," writer/director Noah Baumbach returns with a whole new style of movie in "White Noise." Based on Don DeLillo’s acclaimed 1985 novel of the same name, "White Noise" juxtaposes the mundane against the apocalyptic as "The Airborne Toxic Event" upends life for Professor Jack Gladney (Adam Driver), his wife Babette (Greta Gerwig) and their four kids. Think"Contagion" by way of an absurdist Wes Anderson dark comedy, all filtered through Baumbach’s urbane neurosis, and you might kind of get the vibe of Baumbach’s adaptation of this famously "unfilmable" novel. And while that vibe might not make "White Noise" a classic crowd pleaser, it could potentially make it an awards season heavyweight.
Not yet rated. 135 minutes. Dir: Noah Baumbach. Featuring: Adam Driver, Greta Gerwig, Don Cheadle, Raffey Cassidy, Sam Nivola, May Nivola, Lars Eidinger, Andre Benjamin, Jodie Turner-Smith.
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The Whale (in theaters Dec. 9)
Brendan Fraser in "The Whale." Photo: A24
The Brenaissance is here! Actor Brendan Fraser stole the show at this year’s Venice Film Festival, when his tearfully grateful response to the standing ovation for his new film "The Whale" went viral. But the latest project from "Requiem for a Dream" director Darren Aronofsky isn’t without its controversies. Based on a play by Samuel D. Hunter, "The Whale" stars Fraser as a 600-pound reclusive English teacher struggling to reconnect with his teenage daughter (Sadie Sink) as his health begins to fail. Early reactions have been split as to whether the film's take on living with obesity is sympathetic or dehumanizaing. Either way, however, Fraser’s empathetic central performance seems like a near lock for a Best Actor nomination at the Oscars.
Rated R. 117 minutes. Dir: Darren Aronofsky. Featuring: Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Hong Chau, Ty Simpkins, Samantha Morton.
WATCH FREE ON TUBI: Brendan Fraser in "Bedazzled" — get the app
Make it an awards-worthy double feature with "Carol," streaming free on Tubi
Carol (2015): This achingly romantic period drama from director Todd Haynes stars Cate Blanchett as the titular Carol, a glamorous woman who catches the eye of Therese (Rooney Mara), a young aspiring photographer working in a department store. Carol forgets her gloves (or does she?) and the sparks that fly across the counter catch fire when introduced to the oxygen of the outside world. Haynes’ unapologetically queer film, heavily inspired by photography of the 1950s, is swoon-worthy and stylish. Mara and Blanchett are almost as good at wearing incredible costumes as they are at acting, and they’re very, very good at acting. One of the most celebrated and moving dramas of the century so far. Rated R. 118 minutes. Dir: Todd Haynes. Also featuring Sarah Paulson, Jake Lacy, Kyle Chandler.
"Carol" is streaming free on Tubi — get the app
About the writer: Caroline Siede is a film and TV critic in Chicago, where the cold never bothers her anyway. A member of the Chicago Film Critics Association, she spent four years lovingly analyzing the romantic comedy genre one film at a time in her column When Romance Met Comedy for The A.V. Club. She also co-hosts the movie podcast, Role Calling, and shares her pop culture opinions on Twitter (@carolinesiede).
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