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Green Bay woman wasn’t mentally ill when she killed and dismembered former boyfriend, jury finds
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — A Green Bay woman wasn’t mentally ill when she killed and dismembered a former boyfriend and scattered his body parts at various locations, a jury found Thursday.
The same Brown County jury that deliberated less than an hour Wednesday before convicting Taylor Schabusiness, 25, of homicide, third-degree sexual abuse and mutilating a corpse in the February 2022 killing of Shad Thyrion, 24, needed less than an hour Thursday to find she didn’t suffer from mental illness or defect at the time.
Brown County Circuit Judge Thomas Walsh set sentencing for Sept. 26, news outlets reported.
Schabusiness strangled Thyrion at the Green Bay home he shared with his mother, sexually abused him and dismembered his body, leaving parts of it throughout the house and in a vehicle, authorities said.
She appeared to suffer from a range of mental issues when she was evaluated at the Brown County Jail in 2022 and 2023, said Diane Lytton, an independent psychologist who testified for the defense Thursday.
Schabusiness, who had thrown a plastic chair at Lytton during an evaluation, was a “psychotic person,” the psychologist testified.
Defense attorney Christopher Froelich said Schabusiness was under a civil commitment order in April 2021 “because she was mentally ill.”
Brown County Assistant District Attorney Caleb Saunders said the issue for jurors was the defendant’s mental state when she committed the crime, not in 2021.
If the jury had found Schabusiness was mentally ill, she would be sent to a mental institution instead of prison.
Walsh ruled in March that Schabusiness was competent to stand trial.
In February, Schabusiness attacked her previous attorney during a hearing before a deputy wrestled her to the courtroom floor.
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How to sum up 2022 in film? Uneven? Unsettled? Unsettling? The same as it ever was?
It was supposed to be a pandemic comeback year. It was if you’re named Tom Cruise. Meanwhile, awards-positioned movies are dying on the vine theatrically. There were heartening upstart surprises (from Barbarian to Everything Everywhere All at Once) punctuating mind-bogglingly bare weeks at movie theaters (in terms of titles as well as dollars).
Movies are under threat like always, but the masters—from Claire Denis to Steven Spielberg to Park Chan-wook—kept mastering. The film lovers kept loving. Let’s set broad strokes aside and hand out some year-end accolades.
Best Oregon Feature
After years of fastidious filmmaking, two locally made stop-motion animated dark fairy tales dropped on Netflix this fall. With respect to Wendell & Wild, Guillermo del Toro and Mark Gustafson’s Pinocchio is the achievement. With aptly rough-hewn puppets and stunning dioramic vistas, the film widens the Pinocchio fable into a clear-eyed delivery system for equally inevitable pain and hope. (See also: Rehab Cabin, A Kaddish for Bernie Madoff.)
Best Bacchanal
In a season of prestige movies desperately trying to reconvince us of film’s power, Babylon is actually powerful. Depicting the silent-film era as an anything-goes soirée—where parties and film sets have the same zealous carnival quality—director Damien Chazelle throws down visually in the moviemaking equivalent of Whiplash’s climactic drum solo. (See also: RRR, White Noise, Fire Island.)
Producer of the Year
Tom Cruise’s softly cocky, regretful performance comes easily to him in Top Gun: Maverick. Far more impressive was Cruise’s shepherding of the film. He stiff-armed Paramount+ and waited for theaters to the tune of nearly $1.5 billion worldwide. He believed in this sequel, which is easily twice as good as the original, and—more importantly—in audiences.
Best Original Horror
We’re All Going to the World’s Fair employed lo-fi YouTube aesthetics to disturb us both with the fantastical and real implications of online obsession. Then, Pearl saw director Ti West and star-turned-co-writer Mia Goth immediately follow up X with a prequel that challenges slasher conventions and anoints Goth a new kind of scream queen—one who’s also swinging the ax.
Best Unorthodox Airborne Weapon in an Anti-Colonialist Bloodbath
It’s obviously a tie between the Predator frisbeeing a bear trap in Prey and Bheem hurling a live leopard at an imperial guard in RRR. Duh.
Best Superhero Movie
With a grim nod to The Batman, it’s RRR again. With unchecked spirit and spectacle, this Tollywood action extravaganza chronicles the bond of two friends—more or less depicted as fire and water demigods—who lead the Indian independence movement.
Best Portrait of an Artist
Moonage Daydream and All the Beauty and the Bloodshed honored revolutionary creators by throwing out playbooks and finding their subjects’ wavelengths. Moonage Daydream uses a fire hose of imagery to sublimate David Bowie in the iconography he inhabited and absorbed. Bloodshed seeks the soul of photographer and activist Nan Goldin by tracing her life’s deepest themes, not facts.
Best Animal
Jenny the Donkey, from The Banshees of Inisherin, we love you. (See also: EO, for other nice donkeys.)
Best Feature-Length Film Appreciation
Like all great movie essays, Elvis Mitchell’s Is That Black Enough for You?!? will beef up your watchlist. But the critic turned filmmaker also puts forth original, convincing theories about why and how 1968-1978 became a Black cinema heyday.
Guiltiest Pleasure
Remember Deep Water? Ben Affleck made lobster bisque and kept snails for unexplained reasons. Ana de Armas drunkenly played piano and got bitey during fellatio. Fatal Attraction director Adrian Lyne, 81, seemingly got to do everything and nothing he wanted. Incredible.
Worst Sign of the Streaming Apocalypse
In a historically desolate August at American movie theaters, Amazon had the bright idea to send Ron Howard’s visceral, sprawling rescue drama Thirteen Lives right to small screens. He filmed in real caves for this!?
Best Sign of a Theatrical Future
Nope, Barbarian, The Woman King, Smile and Everything Everywhere All at Once all demonstrated that enthusiastic word of mouth still matters.
Best Directorial Level-Up
In his sophomore film—the compassionate, speculative family drama After Yang—director Kogonada (Columbus) padded softly into science fiction and asked us to more deeply consider each other’s inner worlds as technology diversifies the meaning of life.
Chance’s Top 10:
1. After Yang
2. Nope
3. Top Gun: Maverick
4. Barbarian
5. Triangle of Sadness
6. TÁR
7. Aftersun
8. Everything Everywhere All at Once
9. RRR
10. Stars at Noon | https://www.wweek.com/arts/movies/2022/12/20/the-2022-csp-movie-awards/ | 2022-12-21 02:36:46 | 1 | https://www.wweek.com/arts/movies/2022/12/20/the-2022-csp-movie-awards/ |
DALLAS, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MedCore Partners has completed the acquisition of an 86-unit senior living community called The Grove on Forest Lane (formerly known as The Avenues of Park Forest) in North Dallas. The senior living community offers 70 assisted living and 16 memory care residences and marks MedCore's second acquisition in Texas but the first in the DFW market. The acquisition is MedCore's 19th nationwide.
"The MedCore team is especially pleased to add this community to our portfolio," said Sundeep Jeste, Senior Vice President of Seniors Housing Operations. "Its favorable location, combined with an infusion of capital for renovations, will provide an attractive destination for families seeking the convenience of North Dallas for their loved ones."
The renovation effort will include new interior and exterior signage, courtyard landscaping, common area upgrades, and apartment amenities enhancements. Senior By Design and a to-be-named general contractor are delivering the renovations.
The acquisition team hopes to leverage the project's tremendous occupancy growth potential and central location to hospital systems, recreational and lifestyle amenities to position it for steady value enhancement. The Dallas MSA is well-positioned for occupancy absorption going into 2023 based on population in-migration.
MedCore currently operates 19 senior living communities in Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, California, Washington, and Oregon. In addition, MedCore has two senior living projects under construction in Texas. This will bring their seniors housing portfolio to 21 assets with approximately 2,500 beds.
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The reuse of existing coax cable infrastructure is a key example of cost-effective multi-gigabit broadband fiber extension.
LUND, Sweden, KANSAS CITY, Mo., AUSTIN, Texas and SAN RAMON, Calif., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PCs for People recently deployed InCoax Networks' fiber access extension technology at Stoneridge Apartments, an affordable housing complex in Pflugerville, a suburb of Austin, Texas.
Stoneridge Apartments is a 256-apartment affordable homes complex spanning across 13 buildings. There are many recreational services and amenities within the complex, such as an outdoor swimming pool, playground area and on-site fitness center. To remain attractive to present and future tenants, something needed to be done to ensure digital inclusion to the families eligible for a lease at Stoneridge. With the primary task to provide low-cost high-speed broadband to all tenants, the property owner looked to the non-profit organization PCs for People for the solution. Like many Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs) in the United States, fiber cables were not present or prepared for in Stoneridge Apartments' 13 buildings. It immediately became clear that PCs for People needed to think outside the traditional box to make it happen. By deploying fiber to each building and utilizing the existing and fully functional coaxial network, previously used for satellite-TV, PCs for People was able to provide a fiber-like broadband performance to the tenants.
"InCoax's MoCA Access TM 2.5 based fiber access extension technology provides the tenants with the symmetric gigabit network connectivity they need for schoolwork, communicating with healthcare and community services, and the ability to work from home or apply for jobs remotely. Other activities, such as keeping contact with friends and family, do online shopping, streaming, and gaming, are of course also important for the overall quality of life," detailed PCs for People's Executive Director Tom Esselman.
PCs for People is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization focused on digital inclusion by providing low-cost computers and delivering affordable broadband connectivity to the homes of low-income families. Founded more than twenty years ago, it has distributed over 180,000 refurbished computers and it now has more than 70,000 customers connected to low-cost Internet. Tasked with delivering community-wide and in-home wireless high-speed broadband to Stoneridge Apartments with a limited budget, PCs for People needed to look beyond traditional Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) deployments to solve the problem. It found the solution halfway around the world, through Swedish company InCoax Networks, that shares its mission to provide cost-effective high-speed multi-gigabit networking solutions for streaming, working, and remote learning.
"We are impressed with the performance and how well the InCoax system offers a perfect tie-in with our mission to support digital inclusion and provide connectivity to all households regardless of income," Esselman continued. "Efforts such as ours are essential today, where it is increasingly difficult to function in society without the best possible technologies and high-speed Internet connectivity. I'm told the building complex upgrade has had a remarkable impact on decreasing apartment vacancy rate, which has plunged from 50% to less than 11%."
Early in the deployment process, PCs for People evaluated using the most advocated technology - fiber to every apartment. An all-fiber solution proved to be too expensive. Preliminary calculations showed an average in-building total installation cost drop from $440 per apartment with fiber, to $125 per apartment by reusing Stoneridge Apartments' existing coaxial cabling infrastructure.
Through partnering with PCs for People, Stoneridge Apartments now has symmetrical high-speed Internet access of 1 Gbps, thanks to PCs for People's application of InCoax Networks' MoCA Access™ 2.5 fiber access system.
Installation details
The new incoming underground trunk fiber was extended through a centrally located fiber switch to each of the 13 apartment buildings. InCoax MoCA Access™ 2.5 Control Units were mounted in the buildings' 13 outdoor wall cabinets where the coax cable networks originate. The fiber and coax networks were connected to the Control Units to extend the high-performance broadband capabilities to each apartment. InCoax's MoCA AccessTM 2.5 modems and apartment routers allow Internet access through Wi-Fi in all apartments and social areas. The system is managed by the InCoax Manage software.
"The installation of InCoax technology acts as an expedient and cost-effective solution to the global MDU broadband access challenge of how to deploy high-speed multi-gigabit fiber broadband. InCoax is delighted with the successful deployment working with PCs for People on behalf of Stoneridge Apartments. This deployment has improved the quality of day-to-day life for tenants and demonstrated that re-using existing coax infrastructure and MoCA AccessTM can be a key complement to fiber in bringing gigabit and multi-gigabit networking to any MDU," InCoax's Head of Marketing, Sales and Product Management, Helge Tiainen said.
MoCA® is a global member-driven, non-profit trade association that develops the multi-gigabit broadband coax connectivity standards used in this application. MoCA members provide multi-gigabit coax connectivity products and services for Internet, voice, and video to homes and businesses worldwide. MoCA member companies include global multiple system operators, telcos, satellite companies, original equipment manufacturers and semiconductor companies.
"MoCA® industry standards let homes, apartments, flats, hotels, and buildings reuse their existing in-building coax as the last mile access and connectivity medium for broadband communities. MoCA standards can reduce broadband installation costs. We are honored with the adoption of the MoCA Access™ 2.5 technology standard by PCs for People through MoCA member InCoax Networks for equitable access to high-speed networking," said Dr. Jim Crammond, President of MoCA.
USA: InCoax Networks at FiberConnect 2022
Andreas Bergman, Head of Sales at InCoax Networks, will be presenting this project at the BASe FiberConnect pre-event on Sunday, June 12th in Nashville, USA. Session 3: "FTTP and In-Building Connectivity Options". (Learn more) You will be able to ask questions on the technology and meet representatives from Stoneridge Apartments and PCs for People.
For individual meeting at FiberConnect 2022, please send a message to andreas.bergman@incoax.com.
Europe: InCoax Networks at BREKO Fiberdays 22
Helge Tiainen will be presenting at the BASe BREKO Fiberdays in Wiesbaden, Germany, on the subject "Fiber Access Extension with Coax To The Room (CTTr)- Multigigabit Technology Reusing Property Networks" on Monday, June 13th. (Learn more)
For individual meeting with Helge Tiainen or Johan Bergström, Senior Sales Manager at InCoax Networks, at BREKO Fiberdays 22, please send a message to johan.bergstrom@incoax.com.
About InCoax Networks
InCoax Networks AB specializes in the innovation of reusing existing in-building infrastructure for broadband access Providing the next-generation multi-gigabit networking solutions to the World's leading telecom and broadband service operators, InCoax delivers the latest, most advanced and cost-effective technology available to reach multi-gigabit connectivity, where fiber is either too expensive, labor-intensive or even impossible to install. Leading products include the InCoax Controllers/DPUs, such as the new InCoax D2501, and access modems, which provide reliable, cost-effective Gigabit or Multi-Gigabit broadband speeds over existing coaxial networks.
To quickly learn more about InCoax's Fiber Access Extension, check out this animation (incoax.com/fiber-extension/)
Competition in the broadband market is fueling the need for fiber to be pushed deeper into the network and closer to the end-user. Customer demand for fast broadband and operator's challenge to cost-effectively provide the services with an FTTH strategy only, has sparked an interest in solutions that enable easier in-building access. Deploying InCoax's D2501 technology is a sustainable way for operators to upgrade their existing networks, with high-speed Internet services available at the home entertainment hub in the apartment.
InCoax's technology helps operators facilitate fast, cost-effective, and non-intrusive installations by extending fiber from the extension point (FTTep). To learn more on FTTep, check out this animation (incoax.com/deployment/)
About PCs for People
Founded in 1998, PCs for People is a national leader in digital inclusion. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, every project, program and initiative at PCs for People is centered on getting low-cost computers and affordable broadband internet into the homes of low-income individuals. Through an unwavering commitment to the communities we serve, we have provided 155,000 people with home computers, connected 165,000 people to low-cost internet, and recycled over 8 millions of pounds of electronics. Digital inclusion efforts such as ours are essential in today's society, where it is increasingly hard to access education, healthcare or employment opportunities without access to a computer and the internet. Our model is a self-sustainable social enterprise centered on building community value in every part of our program.
About MoCA®, Multimedia over Coax Alliance
MoCA®, the coax standards for managed networks, lets people work, learn, stream and game over existing coax cables available in homes, apartments, flats, hotels, and buildings worldwide. MoCA® is a global, member-driven, non-profit trade association that creates access and connectivity coax standards for managed networks. MoCA member companies consist of global service providers (MSOs, Telco/IPTV), OEM, ODM, and semiconductor companies.
About Stoneridge Apartments
Stoneridge Apartments is a 256-apartment affordable homes complex spanning across 13-buildings. Conveniently located in the heart of Pflugerville, our community offers numerous dining, shopping, and entertainment options right outside of your front door, and just a short 30-minute drive Downtown Austin & Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The complex offers a variety of spacious 2-, 3- & 4-bedroom apartment homes.
CONTACT:
For additional information, please contact:
Jörgen Ekengren, CEO, InCoax Networks AB
jorgen.ekengren@incoax.com
+46 73 899 55 52
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From electric luxury vehicles to crossover SUVs and off-road-capable SUVs (gas and electric), the field of nominees for Motor Authority’s Best Car To Buy award only continues to widen its appeal. For the 2023 award we find a supercharged pickup truck making the nominee list while a barrage of electric vehicles claw their way onto the market, and into our list of finalists.
The list of contenders this year started at nearly 30, but quickly was whittled down to just seven finalists.
We’ll detail each of the seven leading up to the Jan. 4, 2023 reveal of the Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2023 winner. In the meantime, here’s why these vehicles didn’t make the cut.
We heard plans for an Acura MDX Type S were in the works back in 2020, and two years later it’s come to life. After Acura morphed its three-row SUV into a flagship it shoved a turbo V-6 under its hood, fitted an air suspension system at all four corners, and placed a Type S badge on its tailgate. The result? An Acura MDX Type S that shoots for sport but ends up more comfortable than ever. Honda and Acura’s first air suspension system in a production car has sublime manners; it’s possibly better sorted than anything BMW offers in the X5, but it’s not enough to make the final cut for this award.
Aston Martin took the DBX crossover SUV, which itself is a brilliant all-around performer, and turned up the wick. Aiming for the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT and a Nürburgring lap record, the Aston Martin DBX707 arrived this year with nearly 700 hp, an overhauled powertrain, upgraded chassis, and redesigned front and rear ends. Aston expects it to be the DBX’s volume seller despite the cost of $235,086. Its powertrain is an endangered species that sings a quiet riot and makes for quite the swan song, but this player teams its extraordinary performance with that nosebleed price tag to make for very narrow appeal—supercar-narrow.
The BMW i4 M50 marks a fast start for M’s electric performance era, but is that enough? The answer here is no, which is why this electric Bimmer didn’t make the final cut this year. Based on the 4-Series Gran Coupe, the i4 has plenty of room for improvement. The power is immediate and strong, but the i4 is hilariously heavy at 5,018 pounds. The compromised package has no frunk, loses interior space to the battery, and sports a smaller cargo area than its gas-powered sibling. There’s simply too much compromise here, despite all the beauty.
BMW iX
The BMW iNext morphed into the iX electric SUV with 500 hp and 300 miles of range at its debut. At $84,195, it sports 516 hp and an EPA-rated 324 miles of range in iX xDrive50 form. A handful of editors have had seat time and all walked away impressed with its luxurious and comfortable interior, quick acceleration, plentiful power, and range. But its looks are divisive at best and BMW’s already unveiled its next-gen electrical architectures and battery pack technology. It’s hard to give the iX an award when even BMW admits it’s already moving on.
It took about a decade longer than it should have, but GM finally shoved a supercharged V-8 into the Escalade and slapped a V badge on the overpowered people mover. The Cadillac Escalade-V goes big in every way with 682 hp pushing the 6,217-pound SUV through the quarter-mile in 14.2 seconds after you pony up $149,990. Its active exhaust system barks loudly enough to startle people. It can even be had with GM’s fantastic Super Cruise hands-free driver assist system, though it’s a $2,500 option. It’s big and it’s brash and it’s a rollicking good time—and it’s an echo of an era rapidly fading into memory.
The Z06 has returned! With a 670-hp flat-plane crank V-8 mounted midship, the latest Z06 is unlike any Corvette in history. With a price of $106,393, should you actually be able to buy one for that, it’s also the most expensive Corvette in history once optioned. With a top speed of 195 mph the latest Z06 heaps sound and fury on an exotic design. From the get-go the latest Corvette Z06 looked like a ringer for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2023, but Chevrolet wasn’t able to furnish one for testing beyond Senior Editor Kirk Bell’s limited seat time at the launch.
Last year the Ford F-150 Raptor didn’t make the cut because we knew the R model was coming and it would fix the Raptor’s cylinder-count and power deficits. This year the off-road pickup shoved more power at the problem with the launch of the F-150 Raptor R. But it costs an astonishing $109,145 to get that 700-hp supercharged V-8 under the Raptor’s hood. That’s a lot of money. While the power is great, Ford’s own Bronco Raptor simply overshadows this pickup truck.
The Ford F-150 Lightning is the best F-150 money can buy. It’s quicker than originally advertised, can do crazy things like power your house, and might be slightly underrated from the factory in terms of power. But we struggle to justify the Lightning in its current form as an enthusiast vehicle. Give us a regular-cab short-bed configuration (like the original Lightning) and we’ll talk, Ford.
The Genesis GV60 puts a more luxurious spin on the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, wrapping the same impressive E-GMP platform in an equally eye-catching body. That’s where the road stops for the Genesis EV: Its packaging is the least useful of the three, its overall design might be our least favorite (though it’s still great), and it’s both the most expensive and least efficient. It’s still fine inside and has exceptional features, but we’re more smitten by its siblings.
The GMC Hummer EV showed how electric off-roading can be. It went into production essentially on time (though production ramp has been painfully slow), and it’s quick with a 0-60 mph sprint of 3.0 seconds despite weighing over 9,000 pounds. GMC has had major birthing pains getting the Hummer EV to customers, and showing up is more than half the game. It’s out.
The Trident has a supercar, again. The Maserati MC20 launched a new mid-engine platform with a twin-turbo V-6 powertrain. It will eventually be electrified, a Spider’s already been unveiled in the form of the MC20 Cielo, and Maserati’s taking it racing. The MC20 drives beautifully, as it builds confidence through feedback, but at $212,000 it’s out of reasonable reach.
The latest Mercedes-Benz C-Class might look like a refresh from the outside, but the interior was dramatically revamped with a host of new mechanical changes. The result is a new C-Class that feels, and acts, smoother and more grown-up. It’s roomy, comfortable, and the infotainment system is much improved in terms of functionality, but pricey options start to make us wonder after just a few boxes get ticked. Catch us next year with the AMG edition and we might have a different story to tell.
The Mercedes-Benz EQS lineup was expanded for family hauling duties with a three-row crossover SUV model. We found it rocks the electric crossover SUV cradle, but at $105,550—which can easily swell to $150,000 with some options—this three-row family hauler isn’t a value. Also, it still has the weirdly tuned braking system from the EQS hatchback and a soft, undulating suspension setup. It was knocked out of contention mid-way through the process.
The Mercedes-Benz EQ lineup is expanding at a rapid rate and the latest addition comes in the form of the EQE sedan. We found the EQE 350+ slips into the electric-luxury mainstream with ease, but some of the larger and more expensive EQS’s flaws carry over. Most notable among them: that same awkward brake tuning. The cab-forward design motif is intact, though shrunken to mid-size proportions, but the bling with Benz logos all over the place is here in spades. Starting from $76,050 the EQE does nothing to offend, but it didn’t attract any cheerleaders among our editors, either.
The iconic Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has morphed into a full-fledged AMG model for its latest generation. This led to a sharper-edged Mercedes-Benz AMG SL-Class. While it became more welcoming to enthusiasts, it also comes with an AMG-like price that starts at $138,450. That’s a $46,455 price increase over the outgoing SL. Is it worth it? If you want a sporty grand tourer with a healthy dose of luxury, yes, but most of our team would be hard-pressed to take it over the Porsche 911, which was named Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2020.
The Nissan Z lives! The latest Nissan Z is faster, softer, and better looking than the last two generations combined, but it didn’t show up for final testing. It’s hard to see how it would have competed with this year’s extremely tough list of nominees, given its slight tilt toward grand touring.
Some of us think the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS could’ve won this year’s award without much effort. That would’ve made it a repeat winner, as the Porsche 718 Cayman was named Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2014. The 718 Cayman GT4 RS writes a love letter to mid-engine design and might be as close to mid-engine Porsche perfection as we’ll come before the electric era. But timing wasn’t in our favor: most U.S. drivers won’t get to touch one until next year. There’s always 2023, we guess.
The Land Rover Range Rover has reasserted itself as king of the luxury SUVs. Moving the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator to the side, the latest Range Rover layers on the wood, leather, and technology to be king of the country club hill. It went into this year’s competition with a strong showing of support by the editorial team, but it’s certainly not cheap and the most exciting model–the Range Rover EV–is still over a year away.
Editors debated whether we liked the Land Rover Range Rover or Range Rover Sport better when it came time for award season. It quickly became apparent that it didn’t matter, because like its larger, more expensive, sibling, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport wasn’t able to find its way into our editorial team’s garages or to final award testing. It passes the plug-in vibe check, but as it’s just trickling into showrooms, it wasn’t available Stateside during our evaluation week.
The Rivian R1T electric pickup broke down some barriers last year when we named it Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2022. We were curious to see if the R1S SUV would follow the truck’s path. Our first stint behind the wheel proved Rivian’s electrified the adventure SUV, but Rivian continues to experience production hiccups that have profoundly impacted its sales, and its ability to field a vehicle for our competition.
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trevanna Tracks, the industry standard in sync licensing software, announces an integration with Soundmouse, the long-standing leader in music and cue sheet reporting, which enables users to seamlessly move song metadata, including splits and usage, from Trevanna to Soundmouse, generating accurate cue sheets with ease.
"Trevanna's data and documents give production teams everything needed to air a synced song, but it doesn't take the next step to ensure ongoing downstream payments. This process was brilliantly sorted by Soundmouse," explains Jennifer Freed, founder and CEO of Trevanna Tracks. "We respect the Soundmouse team, they have extraordinary technology, strong relationships with the PROs, and a complementary client base. When we were introduced to Soundmouse, we knew a partnership would solve that last stage in the process."
"We're thrilled to work with Trevanna Tracks to bring more value to our users," says Mark Vermaat, Soundmouse's Head of Business Development. "We share a dedication to creating a more efficient way for broadcasters and studios to manage sync and administrative tasks. This partnership enables collaboration between music supervisors and editors, saves time, and significantly lessens the margin for error in reporting royalties."
Trevanna Tracks' workflow starts at the beginning of the research and clearance process. The platform keeps track of negotiations, rights holders, splits, usage, executed contracts and proofs of payment. Soundmouse picks up from there, managing cue sheets and metadata as it connects all stakeholders in the reporting process: broadcasters, producers, collecting societies, distributors, and, of course, music creators.
The integration will allow Trevanna users to directly download a cue sheet file with complete licensing data, prepared for a direct upload to Soundmouse. Soundmouse users, be they music supervisors or music editors, will have the ability to upload the file directly into Soundmouse and make any further amendments, eliminating the need to re-enter data.
"With the ever-increasing amount of visual content and the growing complexity of sync music licenses, we strive to make the organization and administration less onerous for music teams," Freed reflects. "When technology enables collaboration and effortless delivery of essential information, it's a huge step forward."
Trevanna Tracks is a subscription-based software designed by entertainment industry professionals to streamline the process of clearing and licensing music for film, television, video games, and marketing assets. Woman-owned, and women-run, Trevanna Tracks is an intuitive, centralized, and secure platform so multiple departments can stay efficient and accurate at every step.
Soundmouse is an independent media technology company that specializes in music cue sheet reporting and audio recognition services. The global standard for cue sheet and music reporting around the world, Soundmouse connects all stakeholders in the reporting process: broadcasters, studios, independent producers, PROs, distributors, program makers, and, of course, music creators.
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E. Elaine Delehanty, 93, of rural Mineral Point, died on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at Upland Hills Health, Dodgeville. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM, Saturday, July 29, 2023 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville. Burial will be at Peniel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.
Elaine was born on August 27, 1929 in the Welsh settlement, Mifflin Township, the daughter of Alvin and Ethelyn (Hughes) Jones. Elaine was united in marriage to Oliver “Pete” Delehanty on November 24, 1947 in Lancaster, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death on January 4, 2006. She graduated from Rewey High School.
Elaine grew up on the family farm dating back to 1846. After marriage she lived the life of farming while raising her seven children by purchasing and maintaining the many acres in the Old Welsh Settlement. She assisted her husband in starting a real estate business in the early 1960s. By 1964 Elaine and husband Pete began a retail business on Platteville’s main street as Surplus Store. During the next 35 years Elaine and Pete operated the Surplus Store while also maintaining the heritage farm and farmland. They successfully retired the Surplus Store in 1999.
Elaine was a member of the Eastern Star and United Methodist Church in Rewey. Elaine, proud of her heritage, has researched and compiled the family genealogy with numerous Welsh connections. Later in life she enjoyed volunteering at the Platteville Thrift Store.
Elaine is survived by her six children, Jim (Mary Ann) Delehanty, Tom (friend, Judy Richardson) Delehanty, Linda Gray-Grotkin, Roger Delehanty, Bill (friend Jodi) Delehanty and Bruce (Liz) Delehanty; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Ann Stead; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver “Pete’ in 2006, son Robert in 2004, daughter-in-law Mari Delehanty, son-in-law Ken Gray, sisters, Lela (Walter) Kabele, Ina Jones, Margaret (Jack) Osborne, Martha Woodard-Moon, and an infant sister. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Leonard (Hazel) and Floyd Jones.
The family extends a thankful appreciation to Upland Hills Health and Crestridge Senior Living for their professional support and caring.
In leu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A former Minneapolis police officer who pleaded guilty to a state charge of aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd is scheduled to be sentenced Wednesday.
Thomas Lane is already serving a 2 1/2-year federal sentence for violating Floyd’s civil rights. When it comes to the state’s case, prosecutors and Lane’s attorneys agreed to a recommended sentence of three years, and prosecutors agreed to allow him to serve that penalty at the same time as his federal sentence, and in a federal prison.
It's expected that Lane will get a state sentence that coincides with his federal time. Wednesday's sentencing hearing will be held remotely, and Lane will appear via video from the Federal Correctional Institution Englewood, the low-security federal prison camp in Littleton, Colorado.
Floyd, 46, died in May 2020 after Officer Derek 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 widely viewed bystander video, sparked protests in Minneapolis and around the globe as part of a reckoning over racial injustice.
Chauvin was convicted of murder and manslaughter and was given a 22 1/2-year state sentence in 2021. He also pleaded guilty to a federal count of violating Floyd's civil rights, and his state and federal sentences are being served at the same time.
Kueng and Thao were also convicted on federal civil rights charges and were sentenced to three and 3 1/2 years respectively. They have not yet reported to federal prison, and are scheduled to go to trial on state charges of aiding and abetting both murder and manslaughter in October.
When Lane pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter earlier this year, he admitted that he intentionally helped restrain Floyd in a way that created an unreasonable risk and caused his death. As part of the plea agreement, a more serious count of aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder was dismissed.
In his plea agreement, Lane admitted that he knew from his training that restraining Floyd in that way created a serious risk of death, and that he heard Floyd say he couldn’t breathe, knew Floyd fell silent, had no pulse and appeared to have lost consciousness.
The plea agreement says Lane knew Floyd should have been rolled onto his side — and evidence shows he asked twice if that should be done — but he continued to assist in the restraint despite the risk. Lane agreed the restraint was “unreasonable under the circumstances and constituted an unlawful use of force.”
Lane did not speak at his federal sentencing and it was not clear if he would speak on Wednesday, though he has a right to make a statement.
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PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) — Back in the day, Chip Simmons and Hassan Hills had something of a professional acquaintanceship.
Simmons was a young police officer and Hills was a teenage drug dealer. The way they saw it, they each had a job to do, and over the years, their trades caused them to cross paths several times.
Simmons either investigated or arrested Hills on multiple occasions and was part of the federal narcotics task force that helped put Hills in prison on charges related to conspiring to possess powdered cocaine and crack cocaine and close to 200 pounds of marijuana.
But when Hills was released from federal custody last year, Simmons was one of the first people he called. And Simmons, now the Escambia County sheriff, did more than just answer the call.
Simmons agreed to help Hills achieve his new calling — to strengthen the communities he had harmed by distributing drugs as a young man.
Less than two years after leaving federal custody, Hills has founded the new Pensacola-based nonprofit Youths Left Behind Corp., aimed at providing mentorship and guidance to children with incarcerated parents.
“He feels like he owes the community a debt, and he has set out to repay that debt,” Simmons said. “I’m glad to be able to help him in any way that I can, and I’m just super proud of him.”
Drugs, cops and drug cops
Hills, 42, knows firsthand what it is to have an absentee parent. His mom suffered from addiction at the height of the 1980s crack epidemic when she and her children were still living in Camden, New Jersey. When she was arrested, Hills and his siblings were nearly separated from each other by the state.
But Hills’ mom was eventually released from prison into New Jersey’s Intensive Supervision Program and moved her family to Pensacola in 1992 for a fresh start.
She had a hard time finding work in Florida with her criminal record, forcing her and her children to live off $364 of welfare per month.
“Unfortunately due to our financial situation, I started selling crack,” Hills said.
Hills said he sold his first crack rock on the corner of A and Jackson streets in Pensacola at the age of 14.
“I had to do what I had to do in order to put food on the table and provide for me and my family,” he said. “What started off as just something to provide for my family led to a heart of greed, and I got addicted. ... What most people don’t understand is that it’s an addiction. The money, the fame, the adrenaline that you get, it’s an addiction.”
It was around that time that he first met the future sheriff.
Simmons began his decades-long career as a Pensacola police officer before a series of promotions ended in him being named the city’s chief of police and later being elected sheriff of Escambia County in 2020.
Hills and Simmons crossed paths when they were both out on the street. Sometimes Simmons was there to make an arrest, sometimes not.
“We had a lot of conversations. You have to understand, there were many times that we would interact when he wasn’t arrested,” Simmons said. “We stopped, and we talked to them. We kind of knew what he was up to, and they knew that we were doing our job. As long as you don’t mistreat people and you do the job for the right reason, then I think there’s a level of respect there, at least.”
Hills’ first juvenile case was for sale and delivery, a felony offense he picked up from selling crack to a confidential informant.
“I got arrested, sent to jail, got back out, got caught with some more crack, went back to jail,” Hills said.
Hills also climbed the ranks quickly, and at age 17, he was dealing in large quantities of narcotics coming in from out of town.
“By the time I was 20 years old, I was hit with a federal indictment,” he said.
A federal motion filed by Hills’ defense attorney, Randall Lockhart, stated, “At sentencing the Court found that Mr. Hills was responsible for 20.25 kilograms of powder cocaine and 196 pounds of marijuana; the powder cocaine was converted to crack cocaine using a ‘multiplier,’ because it was the ‘practice’ of the co-defendants in the conspiracy ‘to sell cocaine base,’ and this resulted in Mr. Hills being held responsible for 16.2 kilograms of crack cocaine and 88.90 kilograms of marijuana.”
Hills was found guilty and had two prior felonies. Due to a federal enhancement code, Hills was sentenced to life in prison Dec. 19, 2001.
‘Matured’ from old behaviors
Twenty years later, Simmons recognized the name when an aide told him there was a phone call from one “Hassan Hills.”
“I recognize the name because, again, he was a pretty big target for us back in the day,” Simmons said, adding he took the call because “I never really thought that he would be angry or violent ... and I was curious as to what he wanted.”
Hills never thought he would get out of prison. But he caught a break with what seemed to him like a series of incredibly “fortunate” events.
First, federal sentencing measures changed between 2001 and 2021, removing the type of mandated life sentence Hills originally received for having three nonviolent, drug-related felony convictions.
Then Hills was named as one of the 330 people former President Barak Obama commuted on his last day in the White House, which reduced his sentence from life in prison to 30 years in prison with credit for time served.
And when former President Donald Trump in 2019 signed revised provisions within the Fair Sentencing Act into law, Hills had the opportunity to apply for the benefits. He did, and his motion for an earlier release was granted.
In an order for release, Senior U.S. District Judge Lacey A. Collier noted that although Hills’ disciplinary record in prison showed “several infractions,” his record had been clean since 2013, suggesting that “he has matured away from the sort of behavior that landed him in prison.”
Hills was released Feb. 5, 2021.
“Out of all of the thousands of people in federal prison, I made it out and I always told myself that if I ever got out, I will come back to the communities that I once destroyed and try to build them from within by working with our young people,” Hills said.
Hills had big ideas about how he wanted to mentor young people but knew he needed guidance on how to accomplish it.
“When I found out that (Simmons) had made sheriff, I had just came home,” Hills said. “I was saying to myself, ‘Well, this is what I want to do.’ Then I wondered if Sheriff Chip Simmons would talk to me?”
Simmons invited Hills to his office and after listening to the recent releasee about his goals, the sheriff said, “Hassan Hills, I believe in you.”
It meant a lot to Hills.
“A person of my background, of what I’ve been through, doesn’t really stand a chance — a convicted felon, been in the prisons, drug dealer, served 20 years,” Hills later recalled. “To get out and to hear that from somebody we put in office — that they ‘believed in me’ — that’s all I needed to know that I can make a difference within the city of Pensacola, within the state of Florida, within the United States. Those four words, they motivated me to move. This is why I’m where I’m at now.”
Putting in the work
Speaking to him these days, there’s no sign of Hills’ troubled past, just determination and sincerity as he discusses what he wants for the youth of Pensacola.
The federal government had pronounced him rehabilitated, and Hills believes he’s reformed himself into a better man than the person he was as an adolescent.
After speaking with Simmons, Hills began volunteering at AMIkids Pensacola – Escambia Boys Base, a moderate-risk residential halfway house at Corry Station that provides young men mental health services, vocational and academic training and mentoring.
“I myself was in the juvenile facility growing up, and when I went there, I saw the eyes of the children, the need for some mentorship,” Hills said.
He started a “mentorship session” at the organization that takes place every Sunday from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
The sessions are meant to be a relaxed setting in which Hills can tell the boys about his own experiences and help them to consider topics such as where they’d like to be in three to five years.
“Most people don’t realize that they live right now solely based on decisions they made three to five years ago,” Hills said.
The group also discusses issues like peer pressure.
“And then, we talk about what they have learned from their past mistakes,” Hills said.
The sessions are completely voluntary. Only eight boys attended when Hills first started. The sessions now regularly draw more than 20 boys.
Once a month, Hills spends an entire Saturday in DeFuniak Springs speaking with the teenagers in custody at the Academy of Growth and Development, a facility that houses a secure residential treatment program.
Hill said he mentors 15 boys “from the inner city,” unassociated with either of the Department of Juvenile Justice facilities, on weekly basis. Last week, he drove two of them to the Escambia County Tax Collector’s Office to get their first driver’s licenses.
Hills refers to his mentoring curriculum and teaching style as one that continues develop “peer group empowerment.”
“Our objective at Youths Left Behind is to aid and assist youth who’ve been affected by a parent, guardian or loved one caught up in the system of mass incarceration, drug addiction and to provide comprehensive mentorship,” Hills said.
His ultimate aim is to afford a brick-and-mortar location for his nonprofit that will be located close to the low-income neighborhoods where he once dealt drugs to provide walkable or bikeable access for kids who live there now.
Eventually, he hopes to enter into negotiations with state and federal agencies and set up computers in the nonprofit’s space where children can use Skype or Zoom to speak to their incarcerated parents.
“Anytime you separate a child from their parents for long periods of time, whether it’s the parents’ wrongdoing or whatever, it has a mental effect,” Hills said.
Recently, Hills has started to attend and bring some of his mentees to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office for the Sheriff’s Blazer Academy, where both Hills and Simmons spoke before a small crowd of attendees together.
“People really listen whenever he speaks,” Simmons said.
Simmons and Hills have additionally spoken together at the Boys Base.
It’s something of a professional acquaintanceship, only now both men have a similar job: working to make the community better and safer.
“If you’d have told me 20-something years ago that we’d be sharing a stage together, talking about the evils of drug trafficking, I would’ve said, ‘You’re crazy,’” Simmons said. | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Former-drug-dealer-builds-up-communities-17418501.php | 2022-09-04 07:39:01 | 1 | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Former-drug-dealer-builds-up-communities-17418501.php |
NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) plans to release its second quarter 2022 financial results after the market closes on Monday, August 8, 2022. The Company also plans to discuss the results on a conference call scheduled for Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 9:00 AM ET.
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About Brookdale Senior Living
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. is the nation's premier operator of senior living communities. The Company is committed to its mission of enriching the lives of the people it serves with compassion, respect, excellence, and integrity. The Company operates independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement communities. Through its comprehensive network, Brookdale helps to provide seniors with care and services in an environment that feels like home. The Company's expertise in healthcare, hospitality, and real estate provides residents with opportunities to improve wellness, pursue passions and stay connected with friends and loved ones. Brookdale operates and manages 674 communities in 41 states as of June 30, 2022, with the ability to serve more than 60,000 residents. Brookdale's stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD. For more information, visit brookdale.com or connect with Brookdale on Facebook or Twitter
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This week on WBAA’s Ask The Mayor: Crawfordsville’s Todd Barton discusses plans to attract remote workers. Crawfordsville is one of a handful of Indiana cities pairing up with the company Make My Move, which aims to attract high-wage remote workers to the region. Plus, we’ll hear about plans to use EPA brownfield renovation funding. | https://www.wbaa.org/show/ask-the-mayor/2022-10-27/ask-the-mayor-crawfordsvilles-todd-barton-plans-to-attract-remote-workers-to-the-city | 2022-10-27 13:35:24 | 1 | https://www.wbaa.org/show/ask-the-mayor/2022-10-27/ask-the-mayor-crawfordsvilles-todd-barton-plans-to-attract-remote-workers-to-the-city |
Celebrate the season of giving by helping the Albuquerque Animal Welfare department give hope to sheltered pets and homeless families this holiday season with ‘Stuff the Bus.’ Stuff the Bus is put together by Animal Welfare to help pets and homeless families.
They collect blankets, towels, doggy treats, and cat toys items that can be gently used or new. Animal Welfare had 22,000 animals come through their shelter this year. With that many animals, they need new things to help them get back on track for the upcoming new year.
They are also collecting items for families that are currently living in the city’s wellness centers and hotels. They need winter clothes, new socks, and hygiene items such as shampoo, conditioner, soap also baby diapers, and baby wipes. Anything that will make these families feel more comfortable until they can get back on their feet.
Stuff the Bus! will be happening Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Drop of donations will be at Tramway and Indian School NE, 12931 Indian School Rd. NE. With every drop-off donation, Papa Murphy’s will be handing out one large free pizza coupon. If people can’t go to this event, they do have a wish list on amazon called ‘pets and the people’ and for more information, visit cabq.gov/pets. | https://www.krqe.com/new-mexico-living/animal-welfare-is-collecting-donations-with-stuff-the-bus-event/ | 2022-11-16 00:33:26 | 0 | https://www.krqe.com/new-mexico-living/animal-welfare-is-collecting-donations-with-stuff-the-bus-event/ |
New Jersey Beach Named The Absolute Best On The East Coast
New Jersey prides itself on great beaches, so this should make us happy. A well-known beach website has named one New Jersey beach the best beach on the entire East Coast.
Of course, we are from the Garden State, so there must be something we can find wrong with this news, right?
It turns out that the greedy New Jersey lovers among us will make note of the fact that "only" one New Jersey beach made the top 15, but let's rejoice in the fact that the one beach that did top the list.
And if you're thinking it must be Cape May because it's always Cape May, think again. Our favorite Victorian town didn't make this list.
That leaves the door open for great beaches like Point Pleasant Beach, Sandy Hook, Belmar, Avalon, and Atlantic City, but none of those great places made the list either.
The beach that Beachfix chose as the best beach on the East Coast is Ocean City, and that is a well-deserved honor.
Of course, there could be an argument made for a dozen other Jersey Shore beaches, but this is not a time for argument. It's a time for celebration. New Jersey topped a list, and it's a list you actually want to be on the top of.
A huge congratulations to Ocean City for finding itself at the top spot on an exclusive list that includes the likes of Cape Cod, Virginia Beach, and Hilton Head. Our own Ocean City topped them all! | https://wpst.com/new-jersey-beach-best-on-east-coast/ | 2023-06-20 15:26:42 | 1 | https://wpst.com/new-jersey-beach-best-on-east-coast/ |
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an estimated $565 million for Tuesday night's drawing. Will somebody go into the new year half a billion dollars richer, or will the latest huge lottery prize keep growing?
The winning numbers for the Tuesday, Dec. 27 Mega Millions drawing were 9-13-36-59-61 and Mega Ball 11.
The jackpot was last won on Oct. 14, with 20 drawings going by since then without a big winner. The $565 million prize is for the annuity option, which is paid out annually over 29 years. The cash option would pay $293.6 million.
It's been a record-setting year for lottery games — even Tuesday's full prize pales in comparison to the $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot won in November by someone in Southern California.
Even though the current Mega Millions jackpot isn't anywhere near the $2 billion mark, it's large enough to inspire more ticket-buying, increasing the chances that someone will win.
However, the odds remain small: Each ticket has a one in 302.6 million chance at the jackpot. Buying multiple tickets boosts your odds slightly, but it's not much in the grand scheme of things — even buying 100 tickets would only give you a 100 in 302.6 million chance.
Tuesday was one of the last drawings of 2022 for Mega Millions, which is drawn at 11 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday and Friday evenings. Powerball, with a current estimated jackpot of $215 million, will hold its next drawing Wednesday night.
What are the 10 largest US lottery jackpots ever won?
Mega Millions says the current $565 million jackpot is the sixth largest in the game's history. But when other games are factored in, this huge prize isn't even in the top 10. Here's a look at the 10 largest U.S. jackpots that have been won and the states where the winning tickets were sold, according to the Associated Press:
1. $2.04 billion, Powerball, Nov. 8, 2022 (one ticket, from California)
2. $1.586 billion, Powerball, Jan. 13, 2016 (three tickets, from California, Florida, Tennessee)
3. $1.537 billion, Mega Millions, Oct. 23, 2018 (one ticket, from South Carolina)
4. $1.337 billion, Mega Millions, July 29, 2022 (one ticket, from Illinois)
5. $1.05 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 22, 2021 (one ticket, from Michigan)
6. $768.4 million, Powerball, March 27, 2019 (one ticket, from Wisconsin)
7. $758.7 million, Powerball, Aug. 23, 2017 (one ticket, from Massachusetts)
8. $731.1 million, Powerball, Jan. 20, 2021 (one ticket, from Maryland)
9. $699.8 million, Powerball, Oct. 4, 2021 (one ticket, from California)
10. $687.8 million, Powerball, Oct. 27, 2018 (two tickets, from Iowa and New York)
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://www.12news.com/article/news/nation-world/mega-millions-winning-numbers-tuesday-dec-27-2022/507-da322794-3029-4bf2-8663-95d7419fa303 | 2022-12-28 06:08:09 | 1 | https://www.12news.com/article/news/nation-world/mega-millions-winning-numbers-tuesday-dec-27-2022/507-da322794-3029-4bf2-8663-95d7419fa303 |
Celebration planned at Rockville dispensary
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., July 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) ("Trulieve" or "the Company"), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the United States, today announced it commemorated Maryland's recreational cannabis launch by registering its first online order that will be picked up at the Rockville location which opens at 8AM today.
"We are thrilled to launch recreational sales and see Marylanders immediately taking advantage of the freedom to use cannabis for personal consumption," said Trulieve's Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers. "We appreciate all the support, particularly from our medical patients who have been with us since we entered the state in 2017, and have a great celebration lined up where we look forward to serving adult use customers across the state."
Our first customer, Jacquie Cohen Roth, purchased Trulieve's own brands Roll One flower and Sweet Talk edibles in her online order.
"People who use cannabis are also good parents, educated and ambitious people," said Cohen Roth. "I run two start-up businesses, have a Master of Science in Medical Cannabis and Therapeutics, an additional six advanced certifications and raised three children while also using cannabis and I'm proud to share its benefits."
All locations will offer specials including a "Trulieve Recreational Starter Flight," Clones in a variety of strains available for sale, local cultivation managers onsite to talk with customers and great swag giveaways including Khalifa Kush t-shirts and a raffle for a Khalifa Kush bong.
Trulieve will kick off festivities at its Rockville location starting at 8AM today with a ribbon cutting by the company's leadership and state lawmakers, DJ Tiara LaNiece and complimentary breakfast provided by local legends Call Your Mother Deli.
In addition to the support from our long-standing patients, Trulieve is appreciative of Maryland Governor Wes Moore for issuing an official citation recognizing our company's work and leadership to establish a safe, equitable adult use cannabis program.
Trulieve has three cannabis dispensaries in the state with ongoing hours of 9AM-9PM Monday-Saturday and 10AM-8PM Sunday and are located as follows:
- 3531 Washington Blvd #112 Halethorpe, MD 21227
- 1526 York Rd Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
- 12200 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20852
For more information on store activations and locations in Maryland, please visit www.trulieve.com/dispensaries/maryland.
Trulieve is an industry leading, vertically integrated cannabis company and multi-state operator in the U.S., with leading market positions in Arizona, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Trulieve is poised for accelerated growth and expansion, building scale in retail and distribution in new and existing markets through its hub strategy. By providing innovative, high-quality products across its brand portfolio, Trulieve delivers optimal customer experiences and increases access to cannabis, helping patients and customers to live without limits. Trulieve is listed on the CSE under the symbol TRUL and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol TCNNF. For more information, please visit Trulieve.com.
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President Joe Biden will address the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday on the same day Russian President Vladamir Putin announced he is calling up reservists.
Putin’s announcement came after Ukraine retook eastern parts of its nation back as Russian troops retreated.
Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan said much of the president's speech to the U.N. will focus on the body’s response to the war.
“He'll offer a firm rebuke of Russia's unjust war in Ukraine and make a call to the world to continue to stand against the naked aggression that we've seen these past several months,” Sullivan said. “He will underscore the importance of strengthening the United Nations and reaffirm core tenets of its charter at a time when a permanent member of the Security Council has struck at the very heart of the charter by challenging the principle of territorial integrity and sovereignty.”
Russia is one of five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council and has the ability to veto any measure the body considers.
Sullivan suggested that Biden's address will be aimed at U.N. members that "have stood on the sidelines" in supporting Ukraine against Russia.
While Ukraine will be a major talking point for Biden, he’ll also address global food insecurity, global health, climate change and other issues, Sullivan said.
Following his address, Biden will meet with new British Prime Minister Liz Truss, two weeks after she replaced Boris Johnson. | https://www.wrtv.com/news/national/president-biden-to-urge-un-to-apply-pressure-on-russia | 2022-09-21 12:49:46 | 1 | https://www.wrtv.com/news/national/president-biden-to-urge-un-to-apply-pressure-on-russia |
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VS OPP-Pitcher's record versus this opponent. | https://www.expressnews.com/sports/article/MLB-Expanded-Pitching-Comparison-17482002.php | 2022-10-02 22:35:16 | 1 | https://www.expressnews.com/sports/article/MLB-Expanded-Pitching-Comparison-17482002.php |
The state-of-the-art screener bolsters IXL's industry-leading suite of assessments to help educators quickly identify at-risk students and provide interventions
SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IXL, the personalized learning platform used by more than 13 million students, announced the launch of its first-ever universal screener that flags at-risk students and helps administrators quickly plan personalized interventions. The new assessment is complimentary during the 2022-23 school year with an IXL math site license. The universal screener enhances the platform's first-of-its-kind assessment suite, which includes the Real-Time Diagnostic, and works in concert with IXL's PK-12 curriculum to give teachers everything they need to make a bigger impact on learning.
"IXL's universal screener is our most advanced assessment yet and is truly in a class of its own. It is highly adaptive, precise, and can be completed in just 20 minutes, enabling educators to quickly determine which students need additional support and begin planning for it," said Kate Mattison, Vice President of Curriculum at IXL Learning. "When combined with IXL's comprehensive curriculum and Real-Time Diagnostic, the universal screener helps provide an end-to-end educational experience that improves outcomes for all learners."
IXL's universal screener is the perfect assessment for schools to use at the beginning of the year to flag at-risk students and help teachers implement effective interventions. Every question has been statistically analyzed by IXL Learning's highly experienced curriculum development team to ensure an appropriate level of difficulty. To ensure maximum reliability and validity, IXL's education experts built the universal screener using the most modern assessment principles and frameworks. Additionally, an independent panel of subject-matter experts vetted and approved the screener.
The universal screener employs an advanced algorithm that adapts to each student's abilities after they answer questions, allowing for the most accurate and reliable placement into proficiency levels. The assessment aligns to grade-level standards, all state standards and the Common Core, to focus on the most critical concepts and skills for students. By combining the universal screener with IXL's learning platform, teachers receive personalized action plans and specific instructional resources that will help them fill student knowledge gaps more effectively.
The universal screener is part of IXL's seamless educational experience—a complete and versatile solution for every educational need. IXL's teaching and learning platform comprises a comprehensive PK-12 curriculum and personalized guidance, instructional resources and classroom engagement tools, a first-of-its-kind assessment suite and actionable analytics for districts, schools, classrooms and individual learners. Additionally, IXL offers district partnership, professional learning and implementation services. All integrated into a single offering, each component is designed to work together seamlessly to give educators the tools and insights they need to maximize learning for every single student.
Media, please note: Screenshots of IXL may be downloaded at www.ixl.com/press. For demos and access to IXL, contact press@ixl.com.
Currently used by 13 million students and in all of the top 100 U.S. school districts, IXL is an all-inclusive educational platform that provides a comprehensive PK-12 curriculum and instructional resources, actionable analytics and a state-of-the-art assessment suite. IXL's end-to-end teaching and learning solution supports personalized instruction in math, English language arts, science, social studies and Spanish. With more than 100 billion questions asked and answered around the world, IXL is helping schools and parents successfully boost student achievement. The IXL Learning family of products also includes Rosetta Stone, Wyzant, Education.com, ABCya, Vocabulary.com and Curiosity Media. To learn more about IXL, visit www.ixl.com, facebook.com/IXL and twitter.com/IXLLearning.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of Twitter slid more than 6% before the opening bell Monday after billionaire Elon Musk said that he was abandoning his $44 billion bid for the company and the social media platform vowed to challenge Musk in court to uphold the agreement.
Musk alleged Friday that Twitter has failed to provide enough information about the number of fake accounts it has. However, Twitter said last month that it was making available to Musk a “firehose” of raw data on hundreds of millions of daily tweets when he raised the issue again after announcing that he would buy the social media platform.
Twitter has said for years in regulatory filings that it believes about 5% of the accounts on the platform are fake but on Monday Musk continued to taunt the company, using Twitter, over what he has described as a lack of data.
Musk agreed to a $1 billion break-up fee as part of the buyout agreement, though it appears Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal and the company are settling in for a legal fight to force the sale.
“For Twitter this fiasco is a nightmare scenario and will result in an Everest-like uphill climb for Parag & Co. to navigate the myriad of challenges ahead around employee turnover/morale, advertising headwinds, investor credibility around the fake account/bot issues, and host of other issues abound,” Wedbush analyst Dan Ives, who follows the company, wrote Monday.
The sell-off in Twitter shares pushed prices below $35 each, far from the $54.20 that Musk agreed to pay for the company. That suggests, strongly, that Wall Street has serious doubts that the deal will go forward.
“This is going to be a long and ugly court battle (Twitter has already hired counsel) ahead in which the fake account/bot issue will be scrutinized for all to see and casts a dark cloud over Twitter’s head in the near term,” Ives said. | https://www.kark.com/news/business/looming-musk-twitter-legal-battle-drags-on-company-shares/ | 2022-07-11 12:55:51 | 1 | https://www.kark.com/news/business/looming-musk-twitter-legal-battle-drags-on-company-shares/ |
A 50-year-old woman is behind bars after a young boy was fatally shot.
Phenix City police officers responded at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday to a report of someone shot on Windtree Drive off U.S. 80, said Phenix City police Capt. Skip Lassiter.
When they arrived, they found a 12-year-old boy dead. His name has not been released.
The alleged shooter - Tywoana Jakes - was still on the scene and taken into custody. Authorities have not disclosed her relationship to the victim or the circumstances surrounding the deadly shooting.
Jakes is charged with capital murder because the victim was under the age of 14. She is being held without bond in the Russell County Jail.
Lassiter said the investigation is ongoing. | https://www.al.com/news/montgomery/2023/02/12-year-old-alabama-boy-shot-to-death-50-year-old-woman-charged.html | 2023-02-02 18:41:35 | 1 | https://www.al.com/news/montgomery/2023/02/12-year-old-alabama-boy-shot-to-death-50-year-old-woman-charged.html |
HELSINKI (AP) — NATO membership for Finland and Sweden is “a top priority,” alliance chief Jens Stoltenberg said Tuesday, urging members Turkey and Hungary to urgently ratify the Nordic countries’ accession.
Stoltenberg told a news conference with Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin in Helsinki that progress is being made on securing membership for the two countries, but didn’t disclose details. “I am absolutely confident that both Finland and Sweden will become members of NATO,” he added.
“My message has been for a long time … that time has come to finalize the ratification process. The time is now to ratify in both Budapest and in Ankara,” Stoltenberg said.
NATO requires unanimous approval from its 30 existing members to admit new ones. Turkey and Hungary are the only alliance members that haven’t formally endorsed Sweden and Finland’s accession. Most of the opposition comes from Turkey, which wants stronger action, mostly from Sweden, against groups Ankara considers to be terrorists.
Stoltenberg repeated that Finland and Sweden fully meet NATO’s entry criteria and “have delivered on what they were supposed to do” after they applied to join the alliance in May.
Finland’s Marin hinted that slowing down the accession process for the two countries risked eroding NATO’s credibility and its open door policy for new members.
Stoltenberg, who is expected to step down in October after eight years at the post, said Turkey has agreed to resume talks with Finland and Sweden on their membership bids in Brussels early next month to iron out obstacles and issues that Ankara has, especially with Sweden.
He said the Hungarian Parliament “has made it clear” that it would deliberate ratification in a few days and expressed hope that a positive vote would come soon.
A senior Hungarian lawmaker said last week that Hungary was planning to send a delegation to Finland and Sweden to resolve “political disputes” that have raised doubts among some Hungarian lawmakers of whether to support their NATO bids.
Finland’s 200-seat Parliament is set to approve legislation on Wednesday to allow the country to join NATO. | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/ap-international/ap-nato-chief-membership-for-finland-sweden-top-priority/ | 2023-03-01 06:33:17 | 0 | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/ap-international/ap-nato-chief-membership-for-finland-sweden-top-priority/ |
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Chef Sean Sherman, also known as "the Sioux chef," talks about his cookbook “The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen.”
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Charity Nebbe talks with Young Bear in this bonus episode of the Talk of Iowa Book Club.
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In this excerpted interview, author Claire Hoffman describes her childhood growing up as part of the Maharishi community in Fairfield, Iowa.
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In this bonus episode of the Talk of Iowa Book Club, we continue the fall theme of memoirs with one from poet Stephen Kuusisto.
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Host Charity Nebbe is joined by expert readers to discuss Bill Bryson's "The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid: A Memoir."
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In this bonus episode of the Talk of Iowa Book Club, host Charity Nebbe talks with author Markus Zusak about his most popular work.
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Author Elizabeth Acevedo's "Clap When You Land," is the July Talk of Iowa Book Club selection.
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Author Sandra Cisneros' "The House on Mango Street," is considered a modern classic of Chicano literature. In this author interview, Cisneros talks about how going back into her past and writing about her own experiences helped her find her voice.
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Talk of Iowa host Charity Nebbe talks with author Benjamin Percy about his latest book, "The Ninth Metal."
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In this author Q & A, Iowa City poet Caleb Rainey talks about his decision to become "The Negro Artist" - a spoken word performer. | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/monica-starr | 2022-04-25 23:34:10 | 0 | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/monica-starr |
Pendleton Whisky is now available during Vikings' home games at U.S. Bank Stadium and the newly named Pendleton Whisky Longhouse
HOOD RIVER, Ore., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pendleton Whisky, the iconic namesake whisky brand from Pendleton, Oregon named after the historic Pendleton Round-Up Rodeo, today announces their latest partnership with the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. Beginning this NFL season, Pendleton Whisky will be a proud partner and the preferred cocktail of the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
During the upcoming season, Vikings fans will be able to sample Pendleton Whisky at four regular season home games at select locations in U.S. Bank Stadium. Additionally, fans can participate in Pendleton sweepstakes through the Vikings' digital and social platforms. There will also be special, surprise appearances by Viking alumni, cheerleaders, team mascot Viktor and Pendleton's own Pendleton Posse to enhance the fan experience.
"We are excited about this partnership because the Vikings exude the same grit and toughness that Pendleton Whisky represents," said Lander Otegui, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Proximo Spirits. "Also, the Vikings famously have some of the best and most dedicated fans in the league. We cannot wait to grab gameday by the horns and raise a glass of Pendleton Whisky with Vikings fans during all future home games."
In addition to Pendleton Whisky being available during Vikings' home games, fans will see the storied Longhouse rebranded for the first time ever as the Pendleton Whisky Longhouse. The newly named Longhouse is a sacred meeting place for fans before heading into U.S. Bank Stadium.
"We're proud to provide the best spirits to our passionate fans, so bringing Pendleton Whisky on as a partner felt like the perfect fit," said Martin Nance, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Minnesota Vikings. "We look forward to introducing fans to the newly named Pendleton Whisky Longhouse to enjoy throughout the season."
For more information about Pendleton Whisky, please visit www.pendletonwhisky.com or follow @PendletonWhisky on Facebook and Instagram.
Pendleton Whisky is imported and bottled in Hood River, Oregon, and is available nationwide. The oak barrel-aged whisky uses glacier-fed spring water from Oregon's Mt. Hood and is known for its rich, complex flavor and uncommonly smooth taste. Pendleton Whisky is the official whisky of Professional Bull Riders (PBR) and the official whisky of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). Pendleton Whisky is owned and distributed by Proximo Spirits. For the fifth consecutive year, Pendleton Whisky has been named one of Impact's Hot Brands, for being one of the fastest-growing spirits labels across the U.S. Visit Pendleton Whisky online at www.pendletonwhisky.com or at @PendletonWhisky on Facebook and Instagram.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration said Friday it will upgrade its engagement with the Arctic Council and countries with an interest in a region that's rapidly changing due to climate change.
The State Department said the U.S. will appoint an ambassador-at-large for the Arctic to deal with national security, environmental and development issues in the far North. The U.S. has had an Arctic coordinator for many years, but the upgraded position may bring new energy to the job.
President Joe Biden “plans to elevate the Arctic Coordinator position by appointing an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region, subject to the advice and consent of the Senate,” the State Department said in a statement.
Friday’s announcement did not nominate a person to take the post.
The Arctic has been a hotbed of activity in recent years as warming seas have reduced ice coverage and opened new shipping lanes. Russia, in particular, has made the Arctic a priority, something that has concerned the U.S. China, while not an Arctic nation, has also made moves in the region. | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/US-upgrades-Arctic-engagement-with-new-17400137.php | 2022-08-26 16:39:02 | 0 | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/US-upgrades-Arctic-engagement-with-new-17400137.php |
Old Glory Service Dogs 4 Veterans delivers canine companion to Army vet who now serves Clay County Fire Rescue
LAKE MARY, Fla. - FOX 35 News reported in October that the organization Old Glory Service Dogs 4 Veterans was searching for a deserving veteran to donate a service dog.
After our story aired, they received numerous applications. Two-and-a-half months later, one of those applicants received his forever companion. Charlie Hatchett was introduced to his new life companion, Juliet, this week.
Hatchett served in the United States Army from 1998 to 2002 and is currently a member of Clay County Fire Rescue.
He completed training with Juliet over the last couple of months. Juliet’s 9-month training program was donated by Old Glory Service Dogs.
A generous donor also donated enough funds to pay for Juliet’s food and veterinarian bills for her first two years with Hatchett. | https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/old-glory-service-dogs-4-veterans-delivers-dog-to-vet-florida-firefighter | 2023-01-12 05:04:39 | 1 | https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/old-glory-service-dogs-4-veterans-delivers-dog-to-vet-florida-firefighter |
When people ask best-selling food writer and Gourmet magazine editor Ruth Reichl why she works so hard, Reichl replies, "Because I can." Then she thinks of her mother, Miriam, who was not allowed to work.
Reichl's new memoir, Not Becoming My Mother: And Other Things She Taught Me Along the Way, is a brutal, wistful — eventually loving — account of her spirited, deeply frustrated mother.
Based on letters and scraps of Miriam's diaries and notes, the book tells the story of a woman who was born in 1908 and who was defined by her times.
"My mother's father was a doctor, and she desperately wanted to be a doctor," Reichl tells Susan Stamberg. But "her parents said, 'You're not pretty. ... You're going to have a hard enough time finding a husband. Forget the idea of being a doctor. No man will ever marry you.' "
So Miriam lived a life of frustration and boredom, haunted by ambitions she could never realize.
"She sat around the house being completely frustrated and miserable," Reichl says. "As I went through her letters, I watched this bright spirit just dwindle and get sadder and sadder."
Unlike her daughter, Miriam was not interested in cooking: "She would open up the refrigerator, take out a bowl and say, 'A little mold never hurt anyone,' and scrape it off the top," Reichl says.
Reichl eventually learned that her mother was mentally ill. Miriam saw dozens of psychiatrists and took countless medications.
As Reichl got older, she tried to distance herself from her mother: "One of my earliest memories is putting my key in the lock of the apartment and praying that she wouldn't be home."
When Reichl's father died, Miriam began to do as she pleased. She opened up her home to local kids, which prompted Reichl and her brother to think of their mother as "a crazy old bat."
Miriam died in 1991 at age 83, and Reichl says going through her mother's letters and diaries forced her to reevaluate her understanding of the woman.
"What was so extraordinary to me abut going through this box of my mother's letters and diaries was meeting my mother not as my mother, but as a real person," Reichl says. "And what breaks my heart is that I had no idea how self-aware she was, and how protective of me she was."
Reichl says Miriam sacrificed her daughter's respect to set an example: "She kept saying, 'Don't be like me. I am not a model.' ... She did it because she saw a vision of what life for a woman could be, and she wanted that for me."
Now, Reichl says, she understands who her mother was, and she's grateful for that person. She says her memoir is an opportunity to present Miriam to the world as the "difficult, bright — but enormously loving and generous — person that she was."
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Dominant defensive effort pushes Charlotte past UTSA, 72-54
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Behind a stellar defensive effort and a trio of double-figure scorers, the Charlotte men’s basketball team led wire-to-wire and trounced UTSA, 72-54, on Saturday afternoon from inside Halton Arena.
The victory ended CLT’s (12-5, 3-3 C-USA) two-game losing skid, while extending the Roadrunners (7-11, 1-6 C-USA) losing streak to three heading into MLK Day.
On the defensive end, CLT forced 15 Roadrunner turnovers and held UTSA to just an 18 percent shooting clip from 3-point range (3-of-16) and a 36 percent clip from the field (17-of-47).
On the offensive end, Charlotte was led in scoring by sophomore Igor Milicic Jr. who poured in 16 points on five-of-nine shooting, while draining a trio of attempts from 3-point range. His performance marked his first double-figure scoring output in C-USA play and first since knocking off Detroit Mercy in early December.
The Rovinj, Croatia native was also a beast on the boards, pulling in a team-high-tying seven rebounds and tallied three steals and a pair of assists on the afternoon.
Junior Jackson Threadgill found his shooting stroke on Saturday, scoring 14 points in 28 minutes of action, ending the day 5-of-8 from the field and 4-of-6 from 3-point land. He also tallied three boards and a pair of assists.
Sophomore Aly Khalifa was the third Niner to finish in double-figures, scoring 12 points, pulling in seven rebounds and dishing out three assists, while concluding the contest with a +/- of +21 in just 21 minutes of game time.
Off the bench, junior Brice Williams and sophomore Isaiah Folkes were spark plugs on both ends of the floor, combining for 17 points, seven rebounds and a pair of steals in 20+ minutes for each on the afternoon.
Despite not scoring, grad transfer Montre’ Gipson ended his day +16 and tallied four assists and a steal in 23 minutes of action.
HOW IT HAPPENED
The Niners jumped on the Roadrunners early, taking an, 8-0, lead in the afternoon’s opening three minutes. Following a bit of push back from UTSA, CLT slowly increased its lead to as many as 17 in the first half, with a number of consecutive defensive stops and timely buckets.
Heading into the break, the 49ers withstood a late half offensive burst from the Roadrunners to take a, 34-22, lead into the locker room.
Out of the break, the Niners maintained thorough control for the afternoon’s final 20 minutes, stretching its lead to as many as 24, before walking away with an 18-point dub.
THE DEFENSE IS JUST SPECIAL IN HALTON
Saturday’s result marked the fourth time the 49ers have held an opponent to fewer than 60 points at home, upping the 49ers home ledger to 8-0 on the 2022-23 campaign.
Charlotte’s defense has held opponents to fewer than 70 points in all but one contest inside Halton Arena and have held opponents to fewer than 40 percent shooting from the field on four occasions, including Saturday’s victory.
FRONTCOURT DUO FINDS GROOVE VS. UTSA
The frontcourt pair of Igor Milicic Jr. and Aly Khalifa combined for 28 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, three steals and a +/- of +38 in Saturday’s win. The pair also shot 11-of-17 from the field and were highly efficient on both ends of the floor vs. the Roadrunners.
UP NEXT
Charlotte returns to action for an MLK Day matinee on Monday afternoon against UTEP. The opening tip between the 49ers and Miners is slated for 4 p.m. ET
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LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WIVB) — We are still waiting to hear what caused the Lockport Cave boat to capsize on Monday, an accident that killed a 65-year-old man and caused injuries to several others.
The business was closed on Tuesday following a city inspection that found electrical issues, which included exposed electrical wiring underwater.
The News 4 Investigates team foiled for freedom of information for all code violations and any building or safety inspection reports for the Lockport Cave and underground boat ride off Gooding Street in Lockport that the city has record of on file.
The documents that News 4 received from the city on Friday did not include any code violations or inspection reports of the attraction before Monday. In addition, it remains unclear who had oversight of the attraction to ensure that it was safe.
According to reports, this was not the first time a boat had capsized there. According to the Associated Press, an incident in 2015 caused a boat to capsize in the caves.
News 4 has made attempts to reach the property owner, but have not heard back.
Meanwhile, Governor Kathy Hochul announced Friday that she will propose changes for what she says will better regulate the tourism industry.
The announced proposed legislation will give the New York State Office of Parks and Recreation authority to regulate commercial tourism boats that operate in caves. The office already oversees commercial boats, just not on non-navigable water, like in caves.
Hochul said that this will close a loophole and help prevent future tragedies.
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BERLIN (AP) — Ford said Tuesday that it will cut 3,800 jobs in Europe over the next three years in an effort to streamline its operations as it contends with economic challenges and increasing competition on electric cars.
The automaker said 2,300 jobs will be eliminated in Germany, 1,300 in the United Kingdom and 200 elsewhere on the continent. It said its strategy to offer an all-electric fleet in Europe by 2035 has not changed and that production of its first European-built electric car is due to start later this year.
The Dearborn, Michigan-based company said it is looking for “a leaner, more competitive cost structure for Ford in Europe.” The automaker will embark on consultations “with the intent to achieve the reductions through voluntary separation programs.”
The job cuts come amid a sea change in the global auto industry from gas-guzzling combustion engines to electric vehicles. Governments are pushing to reduce the emissions that contribute to climate change, and a resulting race to develop electric vehicles has generated intense competition among automakers.
It’s even stirred tensions among Western allies as the U.S. rolls out big subsidies for clean technology like EVs that European governments fear could hurt homegrown industry.
Ford aims to cut 2,800 of the European jobs in engineering by 2025 as a result of the transition to electric cars that are less complex, though it plans to keep about 3,400 engineering jobs on the continent. The remaining 1,000 jobs will be cut on the administrative side.
“Paving the way to a sustainably profitable future for Ford in Europe requires broad-based actions and changes in the way we develop, build and sell Ford vehicles,” Martin Sander, general manager of Ford’s Model e unit in Europe, said in a statement. “This will impact the organizational structure, talent and skills we will need in the future.”
“These are difficult decisions, not taken lightly,” he added. “We recognize the uncertainty it creates for our team, and I assure them we will be offering them our full support in the months ahead.”
Ford also announced in August cuts of about 3,000 white-collar jobs in North America as it reduces costs to help make the long transition from internal combustion to battery-powered vehicles.
In a step in that direction, it said Thursday that it plans to build a $3.5 billion factory in Michigan that would employ at least 2,500 people to make lower-cost batteries for new and existing EVs.
Company officials reported that its net income fell 90% in the last three months of 2022 from a year earlier. It said costs were too high and that it contended with a global shortage of computer chips and other parts used in its vehicles.
In Europe, Ford has some 34,000 employees at wholly owned facilities and consolidated joint ventures. | https://www.yourbasin.com/business/ap-ford-to-cut-3800-jobs-in-europe-mostly-in-germany-uk/ | 2023-02-14 21:20:58 | 1 | https://www.yourbasin.com/business/ap-ford-to-cut-3800-jobs-in-europe-mostly-in-germany-uk/ |
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Attorneys asked a jury Monday to award $55 million to the widow of a former USC football player in a landmark case accusing the NCAA of failing to protect him from repetitive head trauma that led to his death.
Matthew Gee, a hard-hitting linebacker who was on the 1990 Rose Bowl-winning squad, endured countless blows that caused permanent brain damage and led to cocaine and alcohol abuse that eventually killed him at age 49, his lawyers said in closing arguments. His widow, Alana Gee, was in the courtroom Monday.
In the first case of its kind to go to a jury, the attorneys told Los Angeles Superior Court jurors that the NCAA, the governing body of college athletics in the U.S., had known about effects of head trauma in sports since the 1930s but failed for decades to notify players of the risks or put rules in place to protect players.
“You cannot bring Matt back but you can say what the NCAA did to him was wrong,” attorney Bill Horton said. “Put this on the NCAA’s radar. … This is the only way they will ever listen.”
A lawyer for the NCAA said Gee experienced a sudden cardiac death brought on by long-standing hypertension and acute cocaine toxicity. He discussed a raft of Gee’s other serious health problems, which he said were not related to football.
“The NCAA had nothing to do with the things that tragically took Mr. Gee’s life,” attorney Will Stute said.
The issue of concussions in sports, and football in particular, has been front and center in recent years as research has discovered more about long-term effects of repeated head trauma in problems ranging from headaches to depression and, sometimes, early onset Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s disease.
The monthlong trial is one of hundreds of wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits brought by college football players against the NCAA in the past decade.
But Gee’s is only the second case to go to trial with allegations that hits to the head led to chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a degenerative brain disease. A 2018 case in Texas settled a few days into the trial.
Gee was one of five linebackers on the 1989 Trojans squad who died before turning 50. As with teammate and NFL star Junior Seau, who killed himself in 2012, Gee’s brain was examined posthumously at Boston University’s Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Center and found to have CTE.
CTE is associated with memory loss, depression and progressive dementia. It can only be diagnosed after death.
Boston University has found CTE in the brains of 110 of 111 deceased former NFL players and 48 of 53 former college players, according to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Hall of Famers diagnosed after death include Ken Stabler and Mike Webster.
In his senior year, Gee was team captain and led USC in tackles, forced fumbles and fumble recoveries.
Gee married Alana, his college sweetheart, after graduating in 1992, and they lived a normal life for 20 years. They raised three children as he ran a successful insurance company in Southern California.
But things took a turn around 2013, when he began to lose control of his emotions, according to the lawsuit. He became angry, confused and depressed. He drank heavily. He told a doctor he forgot entire days.
Attorneys for Gee said that CTE, which is found in athletes and military veterans who suffered repetitive brain injuries, was an indirect cause of death because head trauma has been shown to promote substance abuse.
Stute said the wrongful death case was about what caused Gee’s death and not whether CTE exists, which he said is still a hypothesis.
After years of denials, the NFL acknowledged in 2016 that BU’s research showed a link between football and CTE. The league agreed to settle head injury cases covering 20,000 retired players providing up to $4 million for a death involving CTE. It’s expected to exceed $1.4 billion in payouts over 65 years for six qualifying conditions.
In 2016, the NCAA agreed to settle a class-action concussion lawsuit, paying $70 million to monitor former college athletes’ medical conditions, $5 million toward medical research, and payments of up to $5,000 toward individual players claiming injuries.
Gee never reported having a concussion and he said in an application to play with the Raiders after graduating that he had never been knocked unconscious, Stute said.
He said the NCAA was being placed in a position of having to defend itself from allegations it was unaware of at the time, noting that CTE had not been discovered until 2005. He said nothing the NCAA could have done would have kept Gee alive today.
“You can’t hold the NCAA responsible for something 40 years later that nobody ever reported,” Stute said. “The plaintiffs want you in a time travel machine. We don’t have one … at the NCAA. It’s not fair.”
A former NFL official who reviewed all available tapes of Gee’s USC games said he was tackled in a safe manner without using his head, and there were no signs of head injuries, Stute said.
Horton countered that at the time Gee played, the NCAA didn’t share what it knew about medical risks of repetitive head injuries, didn’t prevent players from returning to the field after injuries, and didn’t limit the number of practices despite recommendations to do so, Horton said.
As he showed photos of Gee at his wedding and holding his young daughter in a pink tutu, Horton choked up, noting that Tuesday would have been Gee’s birthday.
“Deliver a verdict … so he didn’t die for nothing,” Horton said. “So every 18-year-old kid who plays football will know the dangers of the game they’re playing.” | https://www.wjhl.com/sports/us-world-sports/ap-widow-asks-55m-from-ncaa-for-ex-usc-football-players-death/ | 2022-11-22 20:04:38 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/sports/us-world-sports/ap-widow-asks-55m-from-ncaa-for-ex-usc-football-players-death/ |
WFO CORPUS CHRISTI Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Corpus Christi TX
517 AM CDT Wed Aug 24 2022
...HEAT INDEX VALUES BETWEEN 105 AND 109 DEGREES ARE EXPECTED TODAY...
The combination of warm temperatures and high dewpoints will
produce heat indices between 105 and 109 degrees today. Residents
with outdoor activities planned are urged to drink plenty of water,
wear light weight and light colored clothing and take frequent breaks
from the heat. Young children and pets should never be left
unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially
true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Phillies slugger Bryce Harper will miss the start of the 2023 season after he had reconstructive right elbow surgery on Wednesday.
The operation was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.
Harper is expected to return to Philadelphia’s lineup as the designated hitter by the All-Star break. He could be back in right field by the end of the season, according to the team.
The 30-year-old Harper suffered a small ulnar collateral ligament tear in his elbow in April. He last played right field at Miami on April 16. He had a platelet-rich plasma injection in May and shifted to designated hitter.
Harper met Nov. 14 with ElAttrache, who determined the tear did not heal on its own, necessitating surgery.
Even with the elbow injury, Harper led the Phillies to their first World Series since 2009, where they lost in six games to Houston. He hit .349 with six homers and 13 RBIs in 17 postseason games.
In late June, Harper suffered a broken thumb when he was hit by a pitch and was sidelined for two months. The two-time NL MVP still hit .286 with 18 homers and 65 RBIs for the season.
Harper left Washington and signed a 13-year, $330 million contract with the Phillies in 2019. A seven-time All-Star, Harper has 285 career home runs.
With Harper out, the Phillies could use Nick Castellanos and Kyle Schwarber at designated hitter. J.T. Realmuto also could serve as the DH when he needs a break from his catching duties.
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AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://www.localsyr.com/sports/sports-news/ap-phillies-harper-to-miss-start-of-season-after-elbow-surgery/ | 2022-11-24 10:34:37 | 1 | https://www.localsyr.com/sports/sports-news/ap-phillies-harper-to-miss-start-of-season-after-elbow-surgery/ |
Holcomb, Braun object to Ohio train derailment waste coming to Indiana
(WISH) — Indiana leaders, including Gov. Eric Holcomb and U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, are opposing the decision to bring toxic waste from the New Palestine, Ohio, train derailment to an Indiana landfill.
Holcomb cited a lack of communication from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to him and other Indiana officials about the decision to bring the hazardous waste to the state. He said he learned about the plan thirdhand and wants the waste to stay in Ohio.
The waste is planned to go to Heritage Environmental Services landfill in Putnam County. That’s 3 miles east of Russellville, a town of 300 about an hour’s drive west of Indianapolis.
Heritage says 100 trucks filled with 2,000 tons of toxic soil from Ohio will be dumped in its Roachdale landfill. It says the company already follows strict regulations from the federal government. Heritage told I-Team 8’s Kody Fisher that it bid on bringing the material to Indiana because the landfill is qualified to handle the toxic waste.
The company says the toxic materials are going through final testing before being approved to be sent to Indiana. Once at the Indiana landfill, Heritage will keep the waste in a double-lined storage area to prevent any leakage into the local water supply.
Ali Alivi, executive vice president of Heritage Environmental Services, said, “The regulatory level is 6 parts per million that you’re allowed to receive here at the landfill. The material that we’re receiving is coming out at about 0.033 parts per million.”
Landfill manager Eric Chris told I-team 8 his own family relies on the landfill to keep toxic waste out of their water. “I live within a mile of the landfill. My homesite has a freshwater well, and I have no concerns about anything leaching out of the landfill because of how it’s designed, monitored and upkept.”
County Commissioner David Berry, who lives in the Russellville area, has no problem with the toxic waste landing in Putnam County. “I was comfortable with that material coming here knowing that it’s going to be handled properly.”
People who live near the landfill said there are mixed feelings about the plan. Jennifer Goss lives less than 10 minutes away from the landfill in Russellville. She said is not concerned about the material from Ohio coming to her community because of how long the landfill has been around.
“We ain’t grown six legs yet. I mean, really. They must be doing their job. Our water’s not getting contaminated. We get it checked regularly. I think they know what they’re doing with it,” Goss said.
If this material is approved to come to Indiana, Heritage said it will stay there forever.
I-Team 8’s Kody Fisher contributed to this report.
Statements
“I continue to object to the EPA Administrator’s decision, from Washington, D.C., to move hazardous waste from the East Palestine train derailment to Indiana. Further, there has been a lack of communication with me and other Indiana officials about this decision.
“After learning third-hand that materials may be transported to our state yesterday, I directed my environmental director to reach out to the agency. The materials should go to the nearest facilities, not moved from the far eastern side of Ohio to the far western side of Indiana. I have made a request to speak to the administrator to discuss this matter. I want to know exactly what precautions will be taken in the transport and disposition of the materials.”
Indiana’s Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb on Feb. 28, 2023
“I am opposed to the transfer of hazardous materials from the East Palestine train derailment into Indiana. The Biden EPA and Transportation Department have mishandled this disaster from day one. Any material from this disaster being transferred to Indiana overseen by this Biden EPA is seriously concerning. Hoosiers’ safety is my top priority.”
U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, an Indiana Republican, on Feb. 28, 2023
“I am just as shocked as Governor Holcomb and other Hoosiers to learn that the EPA is transporting hazardous materials nearly 400 miles from the East Palestine train derailment to a facility in Indiana. However, I’m not surprised to see the continued lack of communication from the Administration to the American people and our state leaders about this issue. The Biden Administration has mishandled the response to this tragedy since it happened. Whether it be Secretary Buttigieg, or in this case the EPA, this is simply more of the same.
“I strongly oppose bringing these hazardous materials through or around the Ninth District, or to our neighboring Indiana communities, particularly when we have not been given any information about safety protocols taken to protect the public,” said Congresswoman Erin Houchin.
U.S. Rep. Erin Houchin, an Indiana Republican, on Feb. 28, 2023 | https://www.wishtv.com/news/local-news/holcomb-braun-object-to-ohio-train-derailment-waste-coming-to-indiana/ | 2023-03-01 14:09:13 | 1 | https://www.wishtv.com/news/local-news/holcomb-braun-object-to-ohio-train-derailment-waste-coming-to-indiana/ |
MIAMI -- In celebration of this year's SharkFest, National Geographic Explorers Dr. Shireen Rahimi and Dr. Catherine Macdonald have teamed up to combat the stigma around sharks and break down what makes them so essential to the health of our marine ecosystems.
Dr. Rahimi is a marine anthropologist and underwater filmmaker based in Miami, Florida. Her research focus on coral reefs has frequently brought her face-to-face with sharks, many of which call the reefs their home.
"I often will team up with other scientists who have more expertise than me when I'm trying to tell a specific story," says Dr. Rahimi. "One of those people is Dr. Catherine Macdonald."
While everyone else is singing about baby sharks, Dr. Macdonald actually studies them. As the director of Field School and a lecturer at the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, her research focuses on Biscayne Bay which serves as a refuge for young sharks who live in its shallow waters. "That makes it a really precious ecosystem," says Dr. Macdonald. "Both in terms of that shallow water lets things like seagrass beds thrive and it lets small sharks avoid bigger sharks that don't want to be in such shallow water."
According to Dr. Macdonald, the study and preservation of these sharks is so significant because, despite their small size, their existence is vital to the overall health of marine ecosystems. "They play such an important role in food chains because when you think about the big sharks like the apex predatory hammerheads or great whites, a big part of many of their diets are other sharks and rays," she says. "If you care about the health of our oceans, if you care about the health of shark populations, you should care not just about the big guys but about the little ones too."
A crucial research tool for shark scientists and conservationists like Dr. Macdonald is tagging, which allows them to monitor and track sharks to learn about their behavior in their natural habitats. When tagging sharks, researchers can also collect blood samples, biopsies, and measurements. "We're collecting data about who's giving birth when, how big are the babies, and also questions like 'how's the bay doing right now?'" she says.
Though shark bites are rare among the general population, Dr. Macdonald notes that for researchers like herself and Dr. Rahimi, the risk is greater. Earlier this year, while filming shark tagging off the coast of Florida, Dr. Rahimi suffered a minor bite from a shark that was being released. "It's actually worse to get bitten by a dog because dogs' mouths have a lot more bacteria in them," Dr. Rahimi says of the incident.
Luckily, the close encounter did not deter Dr. Rahimi from continuing her important work of documenting, studying, and protecting sharks. "It's so inspiring to be working side-by-side with Catherine," she says, "doing our best to help these sharks live and thrive in their habitats."
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NY Albany NY Zone Forecast for Thursday, November 3, 2022
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Zone Forecast Product for Eastern New York and Western New England
National Weather Service Albany NY
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
NYZ033-042000-
Hamilton-
Including the cities of Speculator and Indian Lake
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the upper 40s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny in the morning, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts
up to 20 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the mid 50s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to
30 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SUNDAY...Showers likely. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the morning. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers.
Lows around 50.
.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the lower 60s.
Lows around 30.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 40s.
Lows in the lower 20s.
.WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the mid 50s.
Lows in the lower 30s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 60.
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NYZ052-042000-
Eastern Albany-
Including the city of ALBANY
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
around 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the
morning.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs around
70. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper
30s. Highs in the lower 60s.
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NYZ058-042000-
Western Greene-
Including the cities of Hunter, Tannersville, and Windham
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph
with gusts up to 20 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s. South winds
15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the mid 60s. South winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the mid 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows around 30. Highs
in the lower 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
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NYZ065-042000-
Western Dutchess-
Including the cities of Poughkeepsie, Beacon, and Arlington
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds around
10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs around 60.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
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NYZ041-042000-
Northern Saratoga-
Including the city of Saratoga Springs
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper
60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming partly
sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the lower 60s.
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NYZ038-042000-
Southern Herkimer-
Including the cities of Ilion, Herkimer, Little Falls, Mohawk,
Frankfort, and Doldgeville
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southwest this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the lower 60s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to
30 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SUNDAY...Showers likely. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the morning. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the mid 50s.
.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 60s.
Lows in the upper 30s.
.TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 50s.
Lows in the upper 20s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper
30s. Highs in the lower 60s.
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NYZ032-042000-
Northern Herkimer-
Including the cities of Atwell, Big Moose, Eagle Bay, Mckeever,
Nobleboro, Northwood, and Old Forge
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid
60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows around 50. South winds around 10 mph
with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Showers likely after midnight. Lows
in the mid 50s. South winds around 15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SUNDAY...Showers likely. Highs in the mid 60s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the morning. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 40s.
.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 50s.
Lows in the lower 30s.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 40s.
Lows in the mid 20s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower
30s. Highs in the upper 50s.
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NYZ042-042000-
Northern Warren-
Including the cities of North Creek, Warrensburg, and Chestertown
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the upper 40s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny in the morning, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Highs around 70. South winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to
20 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the mid 50s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to
30 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY...A chance of showers in the morning, then showers likely in
the afternoon. Highs around 70. South winds around 10 mph with gusts
up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the lower 50s.
.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 60s.
Lows in the lower 30s.
.TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the mid 50s.
Lows in the mid 20s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Cold with lows in the lower 30s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
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NYZ083-042000-
Southeast Warren-
Including the city of Glens Falls
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper
60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows around 60. South winds around
10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ043-042000-
Northern Washington-
Including the cities of Whitehall and Granville
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. South winds around
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows around 60. South winds around
15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers. Highs in the
lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs around 70. Lows in
the upper 30s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Much cooler with highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 60.
$$
NYZ084-042000-
Southern Washington-
Including the cities of Hudson Falls, Fort Edward, Cambridge,
and Greenwich
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs around
70. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows around 40. Highs in
the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ082-042000-
Northern Fulton-
Including the cities of Caroga Lake, Northville, and Mayfield
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows around 50. Southwest
winds around 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the upper 50s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to
30 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SUNDAY...Showers likely. Highs in the mid 60s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the morning. Chance of rain
60 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the mid 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs around
60. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 30s. Highs
in the upper 40s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 20s.
Highs in the lower 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower
30s. Highs in the mid 50s.
$$
NYZ039-042000-
Southern Fulton-
Including the cities of Gloversville and Johnstown
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. North winds around 5 mph,
becoming southwest around 5 mph this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows around 50. South
winds around 5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the upper 50s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to
25 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY...A chance of showers in the morning, then showers likely in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the mid 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
mid 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower
30s. Highs around 60.
$$
NYZ040-042000-
Montgomery-
Including the cities of Amsterdam, Wellsville, and Fonda
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs around 70. East winds
around 5 mph, becoming southwest around 5 mph this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. Southeast winds
around 5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...A chance of showers in the morning, then showers likely in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower
30s. Highs around 60.
$$
NYZ047-042000-
Schoharie-
Including the cities of Cobleskill and Middleburgh
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s.
Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the lower 60s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to
30 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY...A chance of showers in the morning, then showers likely in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ048-042000-
Western Schenectady-
Including the cities of Delanson, Esperance, and Duanesburg
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows around 60. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers. Highs
around 70. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
mid 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows around 30. Highs
in the lower 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
$$
NYZ049-042000-
Eastern Schenectady-
Including the cities of Schenectady and Rotterdam
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ050-042000-
Southern Saratoga-
Including the cities of Ballston Spa, Clifton Park, Mechanicville,
and Waterford
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows around 30. Highs
in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ051-042000-
Western Albany-
Including the cities of Altamont and Berne
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows around 50. South
winds around 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs around 70. South winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the mid 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
mid 60s. Temperature falling into the lower 60s in the afternoon.
Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the lower 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the lower 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower
30s. Highs in the upper 50s.
$$
NYZ053-042000-
Western Rensselaer-
Including the city of Troy
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
around 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs around
70. Temperature falling into the mid 60s in the afternoon. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows around 30. Highs
in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper
30s. Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ054-042000-
Eastern Rensselaer-
Including the cities of Grafton and Hoosick Falls
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. South winds around
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs around 70. South winds around 15 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s. South winds
15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs
in the upper 60s. South winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the lower 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the lower 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
$$
NYZ060-042000-
Western Columbia-
Including the city of Hudson
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in
the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ061-042000-
Eastern Columbia-
Including the city of Chatham
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming partly
sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts
up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs
around 70. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows around 40. Highs in
the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs around 60.
$$
NYZ059-042000-
Eastern Greene-
Including the cities of Catskill, Coxsackie, Athens, Cairo,
and Jefferson Heights
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs around 70. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny in the morning, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts
up to 20 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
around 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ063-042000-
Western Ulster-
Including the cities of Ellenville, Woodstock, West Hurley,
Kerhonkson, Napanoch, and Phoenicia
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows around 50. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest winds
around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. South winds
around 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the upper 60s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers.
Lows in the mid 50s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s. Temperature falling into the mid 60s in the afternoon.
Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 20s.
Highs in the lower 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 50s.
$$
NYZ064-042000-
Eastern Ulster-
Including the cities of Kingston and New Paltz
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Patchy fog this morning. Sunny. Highs around 70. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 50s. South winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers. Highs
in the lower 70s. South winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight.
Lows in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in the
lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
NYZ066-042000-
Eastern Dutchess-
Including the cities of Pawling, Dover Plains, Millbrook,
Pine Plains, Amenia, and Millerton
346 AM EDT Fri Nov 4 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s. South winds
around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds around
10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning. Highs in
the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
Highs in the upper 50s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s.
Highs in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Highs in the lower 60s.
$$
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(NEXSTAR) — The CDC is investigating a new salmonella outbreak that has led to multiple hospitalizations.
In an alert issued Tuesday, the agency said at least 16 people have fallen ill — and six required hospitalization — as part of the salmonella outbreak. Illnesses linked to this investigation were first reported in late April, and the most recent was in mid-June.
While investigators are still reviewing the incidents, they say nine patients reported eating ground beef before falling ill. Those who remembered the ground beef they purchased identified it as 80% lean beef purchased at ShopRite locations in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York.
Among the 16 people who became ill, nine live in New Jersey. Five are from New York, and Connecticut and Massachusetts have each confirmed one case of salmonella that was linked to this outbreak. The CDC warns there could be more sick people, in these states or others, who recovered without medical care and are therefore not tested for salmonella. For those who are tested, it can take up to a month to determine whether they are linked to this specific outbreak.
As many as three of those who became ill are under the age of 5, the CDC shows. The oldest patient was 97 years old.
Ground beef, a known source of salmonella, is the only common food people reported eating, the CDC says. As of Tuesday, no recall has been issued. ShopRite did not immediately respond to Nexstar’s request for comment.
Since 2016, there have been several large outbreaks of salmonella linked to ground beef.
To avoid becoming ill, the CDC not only warns against eating raw ground beef, but also encourages cooking the beef until it has an internal temperature of 160°F. It’s also important to wash surfaces and utensils that come in contact with raw ground beef, and to keep them separate from foods that won’t be cooked.
Salmonella infections are commonly associated with diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, according to the CDC. Symptoms can begin between six hours and six days after you’ve ingested the bacteria. Most people are able to recover without receiving treatment within four to seven days.
Illnesses may be more severe for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Some may require medical treatment or hospitalization, the CDC explains.
Infections can only be diagnosed with a laboratory test of a person’s stool, body tissue, or fluids. Every year, salmonella causes roughly 1.35 million illnesses and 420 deaths. Other recent salmonella outbreaks have been linked to raw cookie dough, alfalfa sprouts, raw salmon, and bearded dragons – all CDC investigations into these outbreaks have been closed. | https://www.kark.com/news/national-news/salmonella-outbreak-affecting-multiple-states-linked-to-ground-beef-cdc/ | 2023-07-25 22:04:55 | 0 | https://www.kark.com/news/national-news/salmonella-outbreak-affecting-multiple-states-linked-to-ground-beef-cdc/ |
VANCOUVER, BC, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Scottie Resources Corp. ("Scottie" or the "Company") (TSXV: SCOT), (OTCQB: SCTSF); (FSE: SR8) is pleased to report that it has commenced its 2022 drill program focused on expanding its high-grade Blueberry Contact Zone. The Blueberry Contact Zone is located 2 km north-northeast of the 100% owned past-producing high-grade Scottie Gold Mine, 35 km north of the town of Stewart, BC, along the Granduc Road.
President and CEO, Brad Rourke commented: "Our 2022 exploration is in full swing with the first drill turning at Blueberry and field crews soil sampling on the Cambria Project. Our planned drill program at Blueberry will test validated targets developed during the 2021 program, which have the potential to double the strike length of the Blueberry Contact Zone. Between testing new targets and following up on the successful intercepts from last season, we expect to deliver another year of consistently strong results that define a large, road accessible, gold system in the Golden Triangle."
About the Blueberry Contact Zone
The Blueberry Zone is located just 2 km northeast of the 100% owned, past-producing Scottie Gold Mine located in British Columbia, Canada's Golden Triangle region. Historic trenching and channel sampling of the Blueberry Vein include results of 103.94 g/t gold over 1.43 metres, and 203.75 g/t gold over 1.90 metres. Despite high-grade surficial samples and easy road access, the Blueberry Vein had only limited reported drilling prior to the Company's exploration work. The target was significantly advanced during Scottie's 2019 drill program when an interval grading 7.44 g/t gold over 34.78 metres was intersected in a new splay off zone of the main Blueberry Vein. The drill results received in 2020 and 2021, coupled with surficial mapping and sampling suggest that this splay is in fact a major N-S mineralized structure, of which the Blueberry Vein was only a secondary structure. This zone is much wider than pursued in previous exploration models and drilling in 2021 expanded its strike length to 720 meters and its depth to 225 meters. The zone is steeply dipping, and there is no current restraint on its potential depth; the mineralization at the adjacent Scottie Gold Mine has a vertical extent greater than 450 m. The Blueberry Zone is located on the Granduc Road, 20 km north of the Ascot Resources' Premier Project, which is in the process of refurbishing their mill in anticipation of production in 2022 (August 10, 2021). Newcrest's Brucejack Mine is located 25 km to the north.
Thomas Mumford, Ph.D., P.Geo and VP Exploration of Scottie, a qualified person under National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed the technical information contained in this news release on behalf of the Company.
ABOUT SCOTTIE RESOURCES CORP.
Scottie owns a 100% interest in the high-grade, past-producing Scottie Gold Mine and Bow properties and has the option to purchase a 100% interest in Summit Lake claims which are contiguous with the Scottie Gold Mine property. Scottie also owns 100% interest in the Georgia Project which contains the high-grade past-producing Georgia River Mine, as well as the Cambria Project properties and the Sulu property. Altogether Scottie Resources holds more than 52,000 ha of mineral claims in the Stewart Mining Camp in the Golden Triangle.
The Company's focus is on expanding the known mineralization around the past-producing mines while advancing near mine high-grade gold targets, with the purpose of delivering a potential resource. The Company's focus is on expanding the known mineralization around the past-producing mine while advancing near mine high-grade gold targets, with the purpose of delivering a potential resource.
All of the Company's properties are located in the area known as the Golden Triangle of British Columbia which is among the world's most prolific mineralized districts.
Forward Looking Statements
This news release may contain forward‐looking statements. Forward looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward‐looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results may differ materially from those in forward looking statements. Forward‐looking statements are based on the beliefs, estimates and opinions of the Company's management on the date such statements were made. The Company expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward‐looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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A number of important mortgage rates declined over the last seven days. Fifteen-year fixed and 30-year fixed mortgage rates both slumped. The average rate of the most common type of variable-rate mortgage, the 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage, cruised higher.
After hiking interest rates 10 times since March 2022, the Federal Reserve pumped the brakes during its June meeting. The central bank's benchmark federal funds rate will remain at a range of 5.00% to 5.25% for the time being, although the Fed hasn't ruled out the possibility of further increases if inflation doesn't continue to moderate.
As long as inflation continues to trend downward, experts say a pause in rate hikes from the Fed could bring some stability to today's volatile mortgage rate market.
Mortgage rates change every day. Experts recommend shopping around to make sure you're getting the lowest rate. By entering your information below, you can get a custom quote from one of CNET's partner lenders.
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Mortgages hit a 20-year high in late 2022, but now the macroeconomic environment is changing again. Rates dipped significantly in January before climbing back up in February. Aside from a brief surge towards the end of May, rates continue to fluctuate in the 6% to 7% range.
Even though the Fed hit pause on rate hikes, mortgage interest rates will continue to fluctuate on a daily basis. That's because mortgage rates aren't tied to the federal funds rate in the same way other products are, such as home equity loans and home equity lines of credit, or HELOCs. Mortgage rates respond to a variety of economic factors, including inflation, employment and the broader outlook for the economy.
"Mortgage rates will continue to ebb and flow week to week, but ultimately, I think rates will stick to that 6% to 7% range we're seeing now," said Jacob Channel, senior economist at loan marketplace LendingTree. "I don't anticipate them to spike or even show a sustained spike following this meeting," Channel said.
Overall, inflation remains high but has been slowly, but consistently, falling every month since it peaked in June 2022.
After raising rates dramatically in 2022, the Fed opted for smaller, 25-basis-point increases in its first three meetings of 2023. The decision to hold rates steady on June 14 suggests that inflation is cooling and ongoing rate hikes may no longer be necessary to bring inflation down to the Fed's 2% target. The central bank is unlikely to cut rates any time soon, but positive signaling from the Fed and cooling inflation may ease some of the upward pressure on mortgage rates.
"Rates are getting to a point of being steady. So, it's more a question of how long it will take for rates to start ticking back down and when inflation will return to a place where your dollar starts buying a little bit more each month," said Kevin Williams, founder of Full Life Financial Planning.
However, mortgage rates remain well above where they were a year ago. Fewer buyers are willing to jump into the housing market, driving demand down and causing home prices in some regions to ease, but that's only part of the home affordability equation.
"Interest rates have been much higher in the past and people bought homes and financed homes at those rates. But it's been hard for people to react to such a rapid increase in just a short amount of time," said Daniel Oney, research director at the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University. "Everybody had a target for how much they needed to save in order to go into the housing market, but when interest rates increased, those goal posts moved too," he added.
What does this mean for homebuyers this year? Mortgage rates are likely to decrease slightly in 2023, although they're highly unlikely to return to the rock-bottom levels of 2020 and 2021. However, rate volatility may continue for some time. "Expect mortgage rates to yo-yo up and down in the first half of the year, at least until there is a consensus about when the Fed will conclude raising interest rates," said Greg McBride, CFA and chief financial analyst at Bankrate. McBride expects rates to fall more consistently as the year progresses. "Thirty-year fixed mortgage rates will end the year near 5.25%," he predicted.
Rather than worrying about market mortgage rates, homebuyers should focus on what they can control: getting the best rate they can for their situation.
"The most important thing is that they find the right home. The second most important thing is obviously to find the most efficient way to finance it," said Melissa Cohn, regional vice president of William Raveis Mortgage.
Take steps to improve your credit score and save for a down payment to increase your odds of qualifying for the lowest rate available. Also, be sure to compare the rates and fees from multiple lenders to get the best deal. Looking at the annual percentage rate, or APR, will show you the total cost of borrowing and help you compare apples to apples.
30-year fixed-rate mortgages
For a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage, the average rate you'll pay is 6.99%, which is a decrease of 3 basis points compared to one week ago. (A basis point is equivalent to 0.01%.) Thirty-year fixed mortgages are the most common loan term. A 30-year fixed rate mortgage will usually have a smaller monthly payment than a 15-year one -- but typically a higher interest rate. You won't be able to pay off your house as quickly and you'll pay more interest over time, but a 30-year fixed mortgage is a good option if you're looking to minimize your monthly payment.
15-year fixed-rate mortgages
The average rate for a 15-year, fixed mortgage is 6.41%, which is a decrease of 2 basis points from seven days ago. Compared to a 30-year fixed mortgage, a 15-year fixed mortgage with the same loan value and interest rate will have a higher monthly payment. But a 15-year loan will usually be the better deal, if you can afford the monthly payments. These include typically being able to get a lower interest rate, paying off your mortgage sooner, and paying less total interest in the long run.
5/1 adjustable-rate mortgages
A 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage has an average rate of 6.15%, an uptick of 9 basis points compared to a week ago. With an adjustable-rate mortgage mortgage, you'll usually get a lower interest rate than a 30-year fixed mortgage for the first five years. But since the rate adjusts with the market rate, you may end up paying more after that time, as described in the terms of your loan. If you plan to sell or refinance your house before the rate changes, an adjustable-rate mortgage may make sense for you. Otherwise, shifts in the market mean your interest rate might be a good deal higher once the rate adjusts.
Mortgage rate trends
Mortgage rates were historically low throughout most of 2020 and 2021 but increased steadily throughout 2022. Now, mortgage rates are roughly twice what they were a year ago, pushed up by persistently high inflation. That high inflation prompted the Fed to raise its target federal funds rate seven times in 2022. By raising rates, the Fed makes it more expensive to borrow money and more appealing to keep money in savings, suppressing demand for goods and services.
Mortgage interest rates don't move in lockstep with the Fed's actions in the same way that, say, rates for a home equity line of credit do. But they do respond to inflation. As a result, cooling inflation data and positive signals from the Fed will influence mortgage rate movement more than the most recent 25-basis-point rate hike.
We use data collected by Bankrate to track daily mortgage rate trends. This table summarizes the average rates offered by lenders across the US:
Today's mortgage interest rates
Rates as of June 20, 2023.
How to find personalized mortgage rates
To find a personalized mortgage rate, meet with your local mortgage broker or use an online mortgage service. In order to find the best home mortgage, you'll need to take into account your goals and overall financial situation.
Specific mortgage rates will vary based on factors including credit score, down payment, debt-to-income ratio and loan-to-value ratio. Having a good credit score, a larger down payment, a low DTI, a low LTV or any combination of those factors can help you get a lower interest rate.
The interest rate isn't the only factor that affects the cost of your home. Be sure to also consider other costs such as fees, closing costs, taxes and discount points. You should shop around with multiple lenders -- for example, credit unions and online lenders in addition to local and national banks -- in order to get a loan that works best for you.
What is a good loan term?
When picking a mortgage, you should consider the loan term, or payment schedule. The loan terms most commonly offered are 15 years and 30 years, although you can also find 10-, 20- and 40-year mortgages. Another important distinction is between fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages. The interest rates in a fixed-rate mortgage are set for the duration of the loan. For adjustable-rate mortgages, interest rates are set for a certain number of years (typically five, seven or 10 years), then the rate fluctuates annually based on the market interest rate.
When choosing between a fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgage, you should take into consideration the length of time you plan to stay in your home. If you plan on living long-term in a new house, fixed-rate mortgages may be the better option. While adjustable-rate mortgages may offer lower interest rates upfront, fixed-rate mortgages are more stable in the long term. If you aren't planning to keep your new home for more than three to 10 years, though, an adjustable-rate mortgage might give you a better deal. The best loan term depends on your personal situation and goals, so make sure to consider what's important to you when choosing a mortgage. | https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-interest-rates-today-for-june-20-2023-rates-trailed-off/ | 2023-06-20 14:30:22 | 1 | https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-interest-rates-today-for-june-20-2023-rates-trailed-off/ |
CHICAGO — A man’s body was pulled Sunday morning from Lake Michigan near Museum Campus in Chicago, according to police.
Chicago Police Department’s Marine Unit recovered the man, who hasn’t been identified, around 11:10 a.m. in the 1100 block of South Lake Shore Drive.
At this time, police said they are conducting a death investigation and waiting for autopsy results.
Additional information hasn’t been released at this time. | https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/mans-body-recovered-from-lake-michigan-near-museum-campus/ | 2023-01-30 12:49:26 | 1 | https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/mans-body-recovered-from-lake-michigan-near-museum-campus/ |
Authorities concerned ‘rainbow fentanyl’ could attract younger targets
Published: Aug. 21, 2022 at 11:14 AM CDT|Updated: 26 minutes ago
(CNN) – Two days in a row this week, Border Patrol officers busted someone with “rainbow fentanyl” crossing the Mexican border into Arizona.
The brightly colored pills look almost like candy.
Officials in a number of states are seeing more of this kind of fentanyl and worry this “trend” could be a way of targeting younger users.
The pills confiscated at the border and pictured above were strapped to someone’s leg. Authorities discovered 15,000 of them.
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CHICO — An aquatics center is finally coming to Chico, and the best part is, residents will be able to influence what the amenities the park will feature and the facility’s appearance.
That’s the word from the Chico Area Recreation and Park District, which plans to open the center in fall 2025 at Garner Lane and The Esplanade, on the site of the long-closed Sunset Hills Golf Course.
CARD has hired Confluence — a Des Moines, Iowa-based architectural, urban design and planning consulting firm — to lead and manage the project. Confluence representatives will host a booth at the Thursday Night Market as well as the Saturday Farmers Market this week, seeking public input about what features and opportunities should be available at the center.
The district will also schedule meetings to gather additional public comments.
“This is, first and foremost, the Chico community’s aquatics center, and we encourage the public to give their input,” said Annabel Grimm, CARD general manager. “Our hope is to meet as many community needs and wants as reasonably possible. To do this, we need to hear from every type of user in the community.”
Grimm offered examples of the types of information: “What kinds of amenities are important to our community? What kind of accessibility features are needed? Do people want water slides? What other recreational opportunities can we include?”
Expected impact
James Plummer, president-elect of the Chico Aqua Jets youth swimming club, said he’s excited about the center and the opportunities it will bring to Chico.
“Our intention and ambition are to use the aquatics center as a long-term foundation for promoting the sport of swimming within the community,” he said. “This center represents, truly, a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build this type of facility for Chico.”
Plummer pointed to the economic benefits the center will certainly bring, along with fitness opportunities and water-safety training courses for the public.
“Being able to host those competitions allows us to bring more people into town,” he said. “Swim meets will often bring hundreds of swimmers from different areas in Northern California, and they and their families invariably need hotels and restaurants during their stay.”
USA Swimming, a national organization that oversees and sanctions swim competitions, would sanction events to take place at the center. There are currently no facilities in Chico able to handle such competitions.
CARD officials said they expect the project’s design phase to last 10-12 months.
Confluence will work with aquatic design partner Water Technology, Inc.; BRS Architecture, and Ballard-King Associates to develop operational plans and revenue models for the facility. | https://www.chicoer.com/2023/05/10/card-seeks-public-input-on-new-aquatics-center/ | 2023-05-10 11:50:44 | 0 | https://www.chicoer.com/2023/05/10/card-seeks-public-input-on-new-aquatics-center/ |
DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — A man convicted of raping and killing a woman 36 years ago on Minnesota’s Iron Range was sentenced Friday to life in prison.
Michael Allan Carbo Jr., 54, of Chisholm, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder while committing criminal sexual conduct in the 1986 slaying of 38-year-old Nancy Daugherty, also of Chisholm. The case was eventually revived by genealogy database analysts. A jury convicted Carbo in August.
Daugherty was found dead in her home on July 16, 1986, by police conducting a welfare check. Investigators over the years interviewed and collected DNA from more than 100 people but were unable to find a solid lead.
The break came in 2020 after investigators obtained a DNA sample from Carbo and it matched. Carbo was 18 at the time, lived less than a mile from the crime scene and attended school with Daugherty’s children.
Carbo will be eligible for parole after serving 17 years. | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Minnesota-man-sentenced-to-life-for-1986-Iron-17478968.php | 2022-09-30 22:29:11 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Minnesota-man-sentenced-to-life-for-1986-Iron-17478968.php |
BURLINGAME, Calif., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tayiika M. Dennis, CPA, a principal at CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), was named the new chair of the CalCPA Board of Directors during the CalCPA's Annual Members' Business Meeting. During her term, Dennis will focus on helping the CPA profession improve resilience, diversity and growth of the pipeline of students for future careers in accounting and auditing.
"To me, CPA doesn't just stand for Certified Public Accountant – it also stands for the "Coolest Profession Around," said Dennis. "As CPAs, we're inspirational trailblazers, have earned the public trust, are objective, diverse and inclusive, and I can't think of anything cooler than that."
Current diversity, equity and inclusion research jointly sponsored by CalCPA, the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) found there was a lack of diversity in senior leadership positions in the profession which is inhibiting Black and Hispanic accounting graduates from entering the profession.
"While CalCPA has long focused on the student pipeline, we also need to seek new ways to expand the accounting pipeline through enhanced networking opportunities, vibrant social gatherings and unique volunteer events," added Dennis.
CalCPA President and CEO Denise LeDuc Froemming, CPA & CAE, said, "Tayiika has a legacy of service to her firm and CalCPA. We look forward to Tayiika bringing her passion for her career and the profession to leading CalCPA in its quest for growth and elevation in mission-critical areas. Her agenda will include aiding the nation's largest state CPA society in its efforts to change perceptions about accountants and accountancy, elevate its standing in thought leadership and enhance programs focused on diversity, equity and inclusion."
Dennis has more than 20 years of experience in both public accounting and private industry with CLA offices in Los Angeles. She provides audit and tax services for nonprofit organizations, with a special focus on social service organizations, arts and cultural organizations, and private foundations. Prior to joining CLA, she worked at a large international CPA firm, a regional CPA firm, and at Universal Studios as a financial analyst. Dennis has been involved with CalCPA for more than 10 years, and most recently served as the first vice chair. She has also served as Finance Committee chair; Investment Committee chair; on the State Board of Directors; state Council; Not-for-Profit Organizations Conference Planning Committee; Leadership Institute; as the Los Angeles Chapter president, vice president, and treasurer; on the Los Angeles Chapter Nonprofit Committee, Young and Emerging CPAs, Scholarship Committee, and Nominations Committee. She is also a recipient of the CalCPA Women to Watch Award. Dennis received a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of California, Los Angles (UCLA). She likes taking weekend trips in Arizona and Lake Tahoe with her family.
For more details on Tayiika Dennis' background over the years supporting CalCPA and the accounting profession please learn more on California CPA Magazine's cover article for her upcoming year as Chair.
CalCPA traces its heritage to 1903 when the California State Society of Certified Public Accountants was organized. In 1909, it merged with two other state CPA associations to form CalCPA. CalCPA serves more than 40,000 members in public practice, private industry, students, academia and government, and has 14 chapters across California. CalCPA also offers more than 1,400 live courses, conferences, webcasts and on-demand self-study courses annually. More information is available online: www.calcpa.org.
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. With 7,400 people, more than 120 U.S. locations, and a global affiliation, we promise to know you and help you. For more information, visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.
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Company points to success of Marketplace Strategy and Post-Pandemic Growth Plan in driving growth.
ATLANTA, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - IOU FINANCIAL INC. ("IOU" or "the Company") (TSXV: IOU), a leading online lender to small businesses (IOUFinancial.com), announced today Q3 loan originations of $74.2 million representing an all-time record in the history of the company.
Q3 2022 loan originations of US$74.2 million represent an increase of 25.8% over the previous period (US$59.0 million) and 42.1% over the same period in 2021 (US$52.2 million). Total year to date loan originations of US$192.7 million represent a 72.2% increase over the same period in 2021 (US$111.9 million).
"IOU's strong Q3 2022 loan originations and progress towards its strategic goals makes us cautiously optimistic about delivering on the high end of our guidance," said Robert Gloer, President and CEO. "IOU Financial continues to execute on its strategy substantially growing loan originations while investing in technology and product innovation."
The Company continues to execute on its Post-Pandemic Growth Plan, first announced in May 2021, based on three strategic pillars:
- Technology innovation: The Company continues to invest in developing its proprietary IOU360 platform to better support Brokers, Merchants, Investors and internal stakeholders, all designed to support greater efficiencies and the long-term scalability of the business.
- Product expansion: The Company is committed to product innovation to meet the evolving needs of brokers and small business owners as well as to achieve further differentiation in the market. In August 2022 IOU launched its Premier PLUS Term Loan for loans of up to US$1.5 million with 36-month terms, preceded by the IOU Financial Cash-Back Loan, 24-Month Term Loan in 2021.
- Product distribution: The Company continues to expand its wholesale (IOU Financial) and retail (ZING Funding) distribution strategies to maximize its exposure to the economic recovery through both channels.
The success of IOU Financial's Post-Pandemic Growth Plan helped earn the Company a Silver Stevie® at the American Business Awards® in May of 2022, and in June IOU was named one of the 50 Best Places to Work in Fintech for 2022 by American Banker. Additional growth in loan originations has been enabled by IOU's transition in August 2021 from a loan portfolio strategy (under which loans were funded directly to IOU's balance sheet) to a marketplace strategy under which loan originations are primarily sold to institutional purchasers.
IOU Financial maintains its outlook for loan originations in the range of US$220 million – US$260 million.
IOU Financial Inc. is a wholesale lender that provides quick and easy access to growth capital to small businesses through a network of preferred brokers across the US and Canada. Built on its proprietary IOU360 technology platform that connects underwriters, merchants and brokers in real time, IOU Financial has become a trusted alternative to banks by originating over US$1 billion in loans to fund small business growth since 2009. IOU was named one of the 50 Best Places to Work in Fintech for 2022 by American Banker and trades on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol IOU (TSXV: IOU), and on the US OTC markets as IOUFF. To learn more about IOU Financial's corporate history, financial products, or to join our broker network please visit www.IOUFinancial.com.
Certain information set forth in this news release may contain forward-looking statements. Forward looking statements are statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address or discuss activities, events or developments that IOU expects or anticipates may occur in the future. These forward looking statements can be identified by the use of words and phrases such as "anticipates", "believes", "estimates", "expects", "may", "plans", "projects", "should", "will", "intends", "seeks", "allows", "creates a path for", "puts in a position to" or the negative thereof or other variations thereon. These forward-looking statements are subject to and involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond the control of IOU, including, but not limited to, the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions, dependence upon regulatory and shareholder approvals, the uncertainty of obtaining additional financing, risks related to the Company's incapacity to execute on its business plan, dependence on third-party service providers, competition, dependence on key personnel, security and confidentiality risk, technological development risk, IT disruptions, maintenance of client relationships, and litigation risk. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by such statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefit IOU will derive from them. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of such information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. IOU does not assume any obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Additional information concerning these and other factors can be found beginning on page 20 under the heading "Risks and Uncertainties" in IOU's management's discussion and analysis dated May 18, 2022, which is available under IOU's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
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NEW YORK, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Dentsply Sirona Inc. ("Dentsply Sirona" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: XRAY). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Dentsply Sirona and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On April 19, 2022, Dentsply Sirona issued a press release announcing the termination of Chief Executive Officer Don Casey, effective immediately, and stating that Casey "will cease to serve as a member of the Company's Board." On this news, Dentsply Sirona's stock price fell sharply during intraday trading on April 19, 2022.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com
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NEW YORK (AP) — The first image of a black hole captured four years ago revealed a fuzzy, fiery doughnut-shaped object. Now, researchers have used artificial intelligence to give that cosmic beauty shot a touch-up.
The updated picture, published Thursday in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, keeps the original shape, but with a skinnier ring and a sharper resolution.
The image released in 2019 gave a peek at the enormous black hole at the center of the M87 galaxy, 53 million light-years from Earth. A light-year is 5.8 trillion miles. It was made using data gathered by a network of radio telescopes around the world, showing swirling light and gas.
But even with many telescopes working together, gaps remained in the data. In the latest study, scientists relied on the same data and used machine learning to fill in the missing pieces.
The resulting picture looks similar to the original, but with a thinner “doughnut” and a darker center, researchers said.
“For me, it feels like we’re really seeing it for the first time,” said lead author Lia Medeiros, an astrophysicist at the Institute for Advanced Study in New Jersey.
By having a clearer picture, researchers hope to learn more about the black hole’s properties and gravity in future studies. And Medeiros said the team plans to use machine learning on other images of celestial objects, including possibly the black hole at the center of our Milky Way galaxy.
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LONDON (AP) — The head of Britain’s cyber-intelligence agency on Tuesday accused China of trying to “rewrite the rules of international security,” saying Beijing is using its economic and technological clout to clamp down at home and exert control abroad.
Jeremy Fleming, director of GCHQ, said that despite war raging in Europe since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Beijing’s growing power is the “national security issue that will define our future.”
In a rare public speech to the Royal United Services Institute think tank, Fleming alleged that Beijing’s Communist authorities want to “gain strategic advantage by shaping the world’s technology ecosystems.”
“When it comes to technology, the politically motivated actions of the Chinese state is an increasingly urgent problem we must acknowledge and address,” Fleming said. “That’s because it’s changing the definition of national security into a much broader concept. Technology has become not just an area for opportunity, for competition and for collaboration, it’s become a battleground for control, for values and for influence.”
He argued that the one-party system in Beijing seeks to control China’s population and sees other countries “as either potential adversaries or potential client states, to be threatened, bribed or coerced.”
Relations between Britain and China have grown increasingly frosty in recent years, with U.K. officials accusing Beijing of economic subterfuge and human rights abuses.
British spies have given increasingly negative assessments of Beijing’s influence and intentions. Last year the head of the MI6 overseas intelligence agency, Richard Moore, called China one of the biggest threats to Britain and its allies.
In 2020, then-British Prime Minister Boris Johnson followed the United States in banning Chinese tech firm Huawei as a security risk, ordering it to be stripped out of the U.K.’s 5G telecoms network by 2027.
Fleming warned that China is seeking to fragment the infrastructure of the internet to exert greater control. He also said China is seeking to use digital currencies used by central banks to snoop on users’ transactions and as a way of avoiding future international sanctions of the sort imposed on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
Fleming argued that China’s BeiDou satellite system — an alternative to the widely used GPS navigation technology — could contain “a powerful anti-satellite capability, with a doctrine of denying other nations access to space in the event of a conflict.”
Fleming warned that the world is approaching a “sliding doors” moment in history — a reference to the 1998 Gwyneth Paltrow film in which a woman’s fate hinges on a seemingly trivial moment.
He called on Western firms and researchers to toughen intellectual property protections and for democratic countries to develop alternatives that can prevent developing nations from “mortgaging the future by buying into the Chinese vision for technology.”
He said the world’s democracies can’t afford to fall behind in cutting-edge fields such as quantum computing, and warned of a potential weakness over semiconductors, the critical chips used in everyday electronics. Taiwan — which China regards as a breakaway province to be reclaimed by force if necessary — is a world leader in their production.
“Events in the Taiwan Straits — any risk to that vital supply chain — have the potential to directly impact the resilience of the U.K. and global future growth,” Fleming said.
Fleming also addressed the war in Ukraine, saying Russia is running short of weapons and Ukraine’s “courageous action on the battlefield and in cyberspace is turning the tide.”
“Russia’s forces are exhausted,” he said. “The use of prisoners as reinforcements, and now the mobilization of tens of thousands of inexperienced conscripts, speaks of a desperate situation.”
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Are you wasting your money on supplements? Most likely, experts say
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN
Vitamin, mineral and multivitamin supplements aren’t likely to protect you from cancer, heart disease or overall mortality, the US Preventive Services Task Force said in updated guidelines released Tuesday in the journal JAMA.
Since its last recommendation in 2014, the task force reviewed 84 studies testing vitamins in almost 700,000 people, including 52 new studies on the topic.
Yet the conclusion remained the same as that of 2014: If you are a healthy, nonpregnant adult, there is “insufficient evidence” of any benefits to extending one’s life in taking vitamin E, vitamin D, calcium, vitamin A, beta carotene,vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin C and selenium.
However, there is enough evidence to recommend against the use of beta carotene supplements, which the body turns into vitamin A, to prevent cardiovascular disease or cancer “because of a possible increased risk of mortality, cardiovascular mortality, and lung cancer,” the task force said.
Nor should people take vitamin E “because it probably has no net benefit in reducing mortality, cardiovascular disease, or cancer,” the task force said.
“Lifestyle counseling to prevent chronic diseases in patients should continue to focus on evidence-based approaches, including balanced diets that are high in fruits and vegetables and physical activity,” said Dr. Jeffrey Linder, chief of general internal medicine at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, in an accompanying editorial.
Take, for example, the Mediterranean diet. Eating the Mediterranean way, which focuses on a plant-based diet, physical activity and social engagement, can reduce the risk for high cholesterol, dementia, memory loss, depression and breast cancer, numerous studies found.
Meals from the sunny Mediterranean region have also been linked to weight loss, stronger bones, a healthier heart and longer life.
Another evidence-based intervention: the DASH diet, which stands for “dietary approaches to stop hypertension.” The diet successfully reduces high blood pressure, studies have shown. Both the Mediterranean and DASH diets avoid processed foods and focus on fruits, vegetables, beans, lentils, whole grains, nuts and seeds.
“Rather than focusing money, time, and attention on supplements, it would be better to emphasize lower-risk, higher-benefit activities … following a healthful diet, getting exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding smoking,” Linder and his colleagues wrote.
Billions of dollars
Yet despite the consistent message from the scientific community, “more than half of American adults take dietary supplements,” spending an estimated $50 billion in 2021, according to Linder and his colleagues.
Why would we spend so much money on pills with so little evidence to support their benefits?
“According to population surveys, people take vitamins either to stay healthy, feel more energetic, or gain peace of mind. These evidence-defying beliefs are bolstered by clever marketing campaigns,” said behavioral scientist Dr. Peter Ubel, in an accompanying editorial published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Then, once people see vitamins as being “good and healthy,” another behavior called “dose insensitivity” takes hold: If a little is good, more must be better, said Ubel, who is professor of business, public policy and medicine at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business in Durham, North Carolina. Add to that human bias toward anything labeled “natural” or “botanical” and the likelihood of purchasing vitamins and minerals marketed in that manner rises, he said.
“Advertising agencies recognize this bias,” Ubel added. “Now, people can make up for the lack of fruits and veggies in their diets by ingesting daily supplements.”
CNN reached out to the Council for Responsible Nutrition, a trade organization for the supplement industry, and received this response:
“The apparent limited evidence should not be misinterpreted as the absence of evidence,” said Andrea Wong, senior vice president for scientific and regulatory affairs for the council. “Numerous research studies support the use of multivitamins by most Americans for a range of benefits.”
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There are some populations who do need certain vitamins. Pregnant women should take a daily supplement containing 0.4 to 0.8 milligrams (400 to 800 micrograms) of folic acid to prevent neural tube birth defects, according to a separate recommendation from the task force.
People with limited access to healthy food choices or who have certain medical conditions or anyone over the age of 65 may need to focus on adding specific micronutritents to their diet, experts say.
Some seniors may need additional supplementation of vitamin B12 and B6 as absorption of those vitamins from food fades as we age. Because the elderly often get less sun than younger ages, they may need additional vitamin D, but levels should be checked by a doctor, as too much D can be harmful.
Many postmenopausal women take supplements to reduce fractures, but in 2018 the task force found vitamin D combined with calcium had no effect on the incidence of fractures in postmenopausal women.
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Is spring coming early? NOAA predicts lingering La Nina to impact weather across US through May
While meteorological spring begins March 1, spring's official arrival is on March 20 in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's a closer look at NOAA's predictions for the season.
The transition of La Niña to a neutral El Niño pattern in the coming months is expected to play a big role in how spring unfolds in the U.S.
According to NOAA, the effects of La Niña will linger into spring and have an impact on precipitation and temperature patterns across the country.
While meteorological spring begins March 1, spring's official arrival is on March 20 in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's a closer look at NOAA's predictions for the season.
Temperature outlook
NOAA expects the nation's southern tier to have the greatest chance of above-average warmth. Much of the eastern U.S. is also expected to be warmer than average.
Meanwhile, a colder-than-average spring is predicted from the Pacific Northwest through portions of the northern Rockies and northern Plains. Below-normal temperatures are also favored for southeastern Alaska.
Spring temperatures are expected to be near average along the West Coast and in the central Rockies, Central Plains, upper and mid-Mississippi Valley and western Great Lakes.
NOAA said areas depicted in gray are regions that have equal chances for above-, near- or below-normal seasonal temperatures.
Precipitation outlook
Areas forecast to have the greatest chances for below-average precipitation during the spring extend from southeastern California and southern Nevada into much of the already-parched Four Corners region. Florida is also expected to have drier weather this spring. Below-normal precipitation is also favored for the southeastern coast of mainland Alaska and for the Alaska Panhandle.
Above-average precipitation is predicted across the Midwest, Great Lakes, mid-Atlantic and mid-South.
The remainder of the U.S., NOAA said, will have equal chances of below-, near- or above-average seasonal precipitation.
Drought outlook
About 41% of the contiguous U.S. is in some type of drought, according to NOAA. This is about 3% less than a month ago.
Drought is expected to develop or persist in much of the Southwest, the Florida peninsula and the Southeast coast, according to NOAA.
The agency predicts drought conditions to improve likely or be removed in the next three months in the Northwest and in parts of the northern and central Great Plains, as well as Michigan.
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Seasonal outlooks: Hit or miss?
NOAA produces seasonal outlooks to help the nation prepare for likely weather and climate patterns during the next few months to help minimize negative impacts on lives and livelihoods.
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CHICAGO, Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marquette National Corporation (OTCQX: MNAT) today reported a net loss of $2.96 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to net income of $14.20 million earned in 2021. Earnings per share for 2022 were a loss of $0.68 per share as compared to income of $3.23 per share for the year ended December 31, 2021.
At December 31, 2022, total assets were $2.083 billion, a decrease of $11 million, or 1%, compared to $2.094 billion at December 31, 2021. Total loans increased by $149 million, or 12%, to $1.427 billion compared to $1.278 billion at the end of 2021. Total deposits decreased by $50 million, or 3%, to $1.689 billion compared to $1.739 billion at the end of 2021.
Paul M. McCarthy, Chairman & CEO, said, "the subsidiary bank continued to perform well, with year-to-date 2022 Bank earnings up about 14% compared to the comparable period in 2021. The primary reason for the decrease in consolidated earnings was a decline in the value of the parent company's equity portfolio in 2022."
Marquette National Corporation is a diversified financial holding company and the parent of Marquette Bank, a full-service, community bank that serves the financial needs of communities in Chicagoland. The Bank has 21 branches located in: Chicago, Bolingbrook, Bridgeview, Evergreen Park, Hickory Hills, Lemont, New Lenox, Oak Forest, Oak Lawn, Orland Park, Romeoville, Summit and Tinley Park, Illinois.
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This document contains, and future oral and written statements of the Company and its management may contain, forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business of the Company. Forward-looking statements, which may be based upon beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the Company's management and on information currently available to management, are generally identifiable by the use of words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "intend," "estimate," "may," "will," "would," "could," "should" or other similar expressions. A number of factors, many of which are beyond the ability of the Company to control or predict, could cause actual results to differ materially from those in its forward-looking statements. These factors include, among others, the following: (i) the strength of the local, state, national and international economies(including the effects of inflationary pressures and supply chain constraints); (ii) the economic impact of any future terrorist threats and attacks, widespread disease or pandemics (including the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States), acts of war or other threats thereof, or other adverse external events that could cause economic deterioration or instability in credit markets, and the response of the local, state and national governments to any such adverse external events; (iii) changes in accounting policies and practices (including as a result of the implementation of the current expected credit loss (CECL) impairment standards, that will change how the Company estimates credit losses); (iv) changes in state and federal laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning the Company's general business; (v) changes in interest rates and prepayment rates of the Company's assets (including the impact of LIBOR phase-out); (vi) increased competition in the financial services sector and the inability to attract new customers; (vii) the economic impact of exceptional weather occurrences such as tornadoes, floods and blizzards; (viii) changes in technology and the ability to develop and maintain secure and reliable electronic systems; (ix) the loss of key executives or employees; (x) changes in consumer spending; and (xi) unexpected outcomes of existing or new litigation involving the Company. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Additionally, all statements in this document, including forward-looking statements, speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any statement in light of new information or future events.
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Months of repairs and travel headaches are ahead after an I-95 bridge collapsed in a fire
Gov. Josh Shapiro said he would issue a disaster declaration on Monday.
An elevated section of I-95 in Northeast Philadelphia collapsed early Sunday after a tanker truck carrying gasoline burst into flames beneath it, severing the main expressway on the East Coast and causing travel chaos in the region that will be felt for some time.
Four northbound lanes fell onto Cottman Avenue in the city’s Tacony neighborhood after steel girders supporting the roadway were weakened in the searing fire, officials said. The interstate was closed in both directions between Woodhaven Road and Aramingo Avenue.
Standing within view of the collapsed and charred section of roadway Sunday night, Gov. Josh Shapiro said he would issue a disaster declaration Monday morning, a step that will allow Pennsylvania to receive federal aid.
“Remarkable devastation,” Shapiro said, describing his view of the scene from a helicopter. “I found myself thanking the Lord that no motorists who were on I-95 were injured or died.”
Both he and Mayor Jim Kenney spoke to U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, who personally assured them that “we will have the resources we need,” Shapiro said.
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Nobody thought it would be easy. Officials predicted it would take months for a complete repair. And at least for awhile, commuting in and around the city could be a world of pain, they said, though in the hybrid-work era Mondays and Fridays tend to have lighter traffic.
“Oh Christ, it’s going to be a mess. This traffic’s going to kill the summer,” said Michael McFadden, who lives a few blocks away in Tacony and walked up to the scene with his wife, Lisa, to see what they could see.
PennDot is recommending detours and SEPTA planned to initially add cars to some already scheduled Regional Rail trains, and to suspend parking fees at stations and is preparing for more riders on the Market-Frankford Line and bus routes. Leslie S. Richards, CEO of the transit agency, asked for patience: “It is going to take longer than normal to get to work tomorrow.”
The Philadelphia Fire Department said it responded to the blaze beneath I-95 about 6:30 a.m. Sunday; crews declared it under control at 7:30 a.m. Authorities have not determined what caused the truck to catch fire — and have disclosed no information on the driver.
No injuries or deaths have been reported, though Kenney said Sunday night “we understand the situation remains fluid.” Shapiro said “at least one vehicle” remained trapped in the rubble.
“We’re still working to identify any individual or individuals who may have been caught in the fire,” he said.
The fire called to mind the conflagration of March 1996, when an illegal tire dump under I-95 caught fire, melting guard rails and buckling the pavement. The highway was closed for several weeks and partial closures lasted for six months.
Seven teenagers were charged with arson and the dump’s owner was sentenced to seven to 14 years in prison and ordered to pay $3 million toward repairs.
Late Sunday afternoon, the National Transportation Safety Board announced it was sending a team to investigate the gasoline tanker fire and I-95 collapse, in conjunction with the Pennsylvania State Police.
Fire caused 30 U.S. bridge failures from 1980 to 2012 — roughly one per year — according to an analysis by University of Buffalo engineers.
Of the 30 bridges that failed due to fire, 13 were made of steel, like the one that collapsed Sunday on I-95. Concrete bridges tend to be more fire-resistant, but they are not immune, and accounted for five of those 30 failures. (The rest were wood.)
The tanker had a capacity of 8,500 gallons but it was not immediately clear how full it was when it caught fire and spilled its cargo, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Most of the gasoline remained on land, Coast Guard officials said, but a slight sheen was visible on the nearby Delaware River, and the agency deployed floating booms.
Neighbors from the blocks around the fire gathered at the police line on Cottman Avenue to get a glimpse of the scene. Dawn Heller, who lives nearby, walked down after getting an alert on her Citizen app. “I couldn’t understand what happened — I had to come see for myself,” she said.
Sierra Jones woke up to a barrage of text messages from friends asking if she was okay — and then heard several muffled explosions. (Some people reported seeing manhole covers flying up in the air.)
“It’s mind-blowing,” Jones said.
Jones uses I-95 to get to her job as a massage therapist in Yardley and is unsure how she’ll do that now — she expects that traffic will clog her neighborhood like never before as people take alternate routes while the highway is closed.
“I guess I’ll just take the train,” she said.
City health officials said that the tanker-truck fire had no impact on air quality, surely a relief after a week of hazardous smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the city. The Water Department said that the gasoline spill had no effect on the city’s drinking water.
The 103-foot section of elevated roadway was not on the state’s list of bridges with structural concerns, said Brad Rudolph, a spokesperson for PennDot. It had been upgraded within the last 10 years as part of the massive 95 Revive reconstruction of the interstate, he said.
The agency’s engineers believe the southbound section opposite the collapsed piece was compromised in the fire and is not “structurally sound” to carry cars, Shapiro said. PennDot officials are looking at temporary solutions that would link I-95 together again in a few weeks while the sections are being repaired and rebuilt, he added.
Exposed steel girders like those that supported the collapsed I-95 bridge are more susceptible to heat than if they had been made from steel-reinforced concrete, said Amir Farnam, an associate professor of civil, architectural and environmental engineering at Drexel University.
Steel melts at temperatures above 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the alloy used, but the metal starts to fail at temperatures well below that, Farnam said — it’s at about 20% of its strength at 750 degrees, and about half of its strength at 1,000 degrees.
“When you have a fire like this … the yield strength of the steel decreases drastically, and it fails,” Farnam said.
That doesn’t mean the bridge had a design flaw, he said. Given the tight space constraints, steel girders likely were the appropriate design choice, he said. Concrete is usually used to sheath steel in buildings for fireproofing.
Staff writers Rob Tornoe and Nick Vadala contributed to this report. | https://www.inquirer.com/news/i95-philadelphia-collapse-bridge-fire-traffic-repair-20230611.html | 2023-06-12 00:33:18 | 1 | https://www.inquirer.com/news/i95-philadelphia-collapse-bridge-fire-traffic-repair-20230611.html |
Using nuclear fusion energy to power the world has long been two things: the ideal form of alternative energy and a development that's decades from becoming reality.
The science relies on smashing two atoms together at incredibly high speeds and transforming the energy from that reaction into electricity that can power homes and offices. If mastered, fusion power plants could provide cheap and endless energy without emitting carbon into the air or dumping radioactive waste into the environment.
For years, the science has proved difficult to master. But over the past year, nuclear fusion has inched closer to reality.
Scientists are mere years from getting more energy out of fusion reactions than the energy required to create them, they said. Venture capitalists are pumping billions into companies, racing to get a fusion power plant up and running by the early 2030s. The Biden administration, through the Inflation Reduction Act and the Department of Energy, are creating tax credits and grant programs to help companies figure out how to deploy this kind of energy.
Yet challenges remain, according to nuclear scientists. The U.S. energy grid would need a significant redesign for fusion power plants to become common. The price of providing fusion power is still too high to be feasible.
"We're at a very exciting place," said Dennis G. Whyte, director of MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center. "But we also have to be realistic in the sense that it's still very hard."
The quest for nuclear fusion technology started around the 1950s. Soviet scientists designed a machine called a tokamak - a doughnut-shaped device that uses magnetic fields to confine plasma and heat it to the outrageously high temperatures needed for hydrogen nuclei to smash together.
In the years following, several countries decided that nuclear fusion energy would be a boon for the world, but they would need to collaborate to make it a reality. In the 1970s, European countries began working on a fusion experiment, called Joint European Torus. In the 1980s, the United States and the Soviet Union decided to cooperate to harness fusion energy for peaceful purposes, creating an international collaboration called the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor.
Together, the countries made strides in fusion science, Whyte said, and figured out fundamental principles of how to heat and keep plasma at temperatures broaching 150 million degrees Celsius (300 million degrees Fahrenheit) to sustain fusion reactions. But over the past two decades, the pace of progress on these international projects has slowed, he added, noting that they are complex, multinational endeavors.
As the quest for climate change solutions has become more pressing, more than a dozen private-sector companies have stepped in, with many trying to get a fusion power plant to market by the 2030s. They have a range of approaches, Whyte said, with some using magnetic fields to get plasma hot and stable enough to sustain fusion reactions, while others implode tiny pellets of hydrogen atoms to create fusion reactions.
A handful of these companies have made promising achievements in the past few years, which have enabled them to raise unprecedented levels of cash.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems, a company spun out of MIT, raised $1.8 billion in November. That came almost two months after it tested a magnet for its tokamak machine that will allow it to achieve "net energy," meaning the machine will be able to make more fusion energy than it takes to sustain reactions.
With the cash, the company is building a facility in Devens, Mass., to build and house a full-scale model of the machine, called SPARC, which is slated to be operational by 2025. If that model can achieve net energy, the company plans to build a fusion power plant by the early 2030s, which could plug into the energy grid and begin providing power to homes.
Bob Mumgaard, the company's chief executive, said that's when government collaboration will really help. His company probably will need financial assistance from the Department of Energy's loan program office to fund its power plant, Mumgaard says. The office got funding from the Inflation Reduction Act and has roughly $40 billion in loans available to help fund energy projects that are proven to work but might have a hard time raising money from banks.
"Once the technology is shown to work," Mumgaard said, "it's less risky, and the next buyer of that technology could get a commercial loan."
Phil Larochelle, a partner at the venture capital firm Breakthrough Energy Ventures, said private money is flowing into fusion at such high levels because scientific advancements, such as better magnets, have made cheap nuclear fusion a likelier possibility.
Going forward, Larochelle noted that getting nuclear fusion to market probably will require formal cost-sharing programs with the government, which he said could be similar to how NASA is partnering with SpaceX for space travel innovation.
"In both the U.S. and the U.K., there's now kind of new government programs and support for trying to get to a [fusion] pilot," he said. "It's a good kind of risk-sharing between public and private [sectors]."
Despite the growing government collaboration, Whyte said, a few challenges remain.
The effects of climate change are increasingly irreversible, and the clock is ticking, he said, making fusion energy a crucial need. Companies will have to figure out how to deploy the technology widely. Doing it cheaply is most important, he said. "What I worry about is that we'll get to a system where we can't actually make it economically attractive fast enough," he added.
Moreover, to create an electricity grid through which fusion technology provides large amounts of power, many things need to happen. Universities need to churn out scientists more capable of working on fusion technology. Fusion power companies need to build devices that create more energy than they consume. Scientific and manufacturing materials must be constructed in difficult ways if power plants want to scale.
"Can we get there?" Whyte asked. "I think we can if we get our act together in the right way. But there's no guarantee of that." | https://www.unionleader.com/news/scitech/nuclear-fusion-power-inches-closer-to-reality/article_b9aa3566-63d9-502b-8ec7-67be4cd661c3.html | 2022-08-27 13:20:38 | 1 | https://www.unionleader.com/news/scitech/nuclear-fusion-power-inches-closer-to-reality/article_b9aa3566-63d9-502b-8ec7-67be4cd661c3.html |
PITTSBURGH, Dec. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create an improved HVAC cover to protect the top opening from dirt, leaves, debris and snow," said an inventor, from Florence, S.C., "so I invented the A C DEFENDER. My design allows the unit to function during and in between seasonal periods as needed, without having to remove the cover."
The patent-pending invention provides a protective covering for the outside HVAC unit of any residential home. In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional snug-fit covers. As a result, it protects the unit against leaves and other debris and it allows for full operation of the unit. The invention features a flexible design that is easy to attach and use so it is ideal for households. Additionally, a prototype is available.
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HOUSTON (AP) — Kyle Schwarber stayed near home plate after he had already rounded the bases on what was initially ruled a fair ball. He was about to get another swing, and the slugger launched a long drive again.
Neither of those meaty cuts in the eighth inning Saturday night — which sent balls a total of 756 feet — resulted in a much-needed homer for the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 2 of the World Series as they tried to overcome another five-run deficit.
Following a 5-2 loss to the Houston Astros, the wild-card Phillies go home even in the Fall Classic. They are 5-0 this postseason at Citizens Bank Park, where Game 3 is Monday night.
With a runner at first and no outs, Schwarber pulled reliever Rafael Montero’s 96 mph fastball down the right field line, a towering shot near the pole. The slugger leaned to watch the ball, along with plate umpire Pat Hoberg.
After some initial confusion, Schwarber didn’t even drop his bat and start trotting around the bases until right field umpire James Hoye appeared to signal fair ball.
“I thought, you know, I don’t know — I was like, oh, did they see something I didn’t see?” Schwarber said. “Maybe he thought it nicked (the pole) or something.”
The six umpires then came together to discuss the play. They went to a replay review, which showed the ball barely hooked foul — just as Astros fans in that corner had been signaling since Schwarber sent the 2-2 pitch soaring 403 feet.
“It was close, but it was foul,” Schwarber said.
“Well, it looked foul to me, but the umpire called it fair, and then they got together, called it foul,” Phillies manager Rob Thomson said. “I just went out and I said, `Why don’t we just check it just to make sure it just didn’t clip off the foul pole?’”
When Schwarber got back in the box, he got another 96 mph fastball from Montero. Schwarber hit another deep shot, this one 353 feet and caught by right fielder Kyle Tucker with his back against the wall.
“You don’t see it too often where a guy hits a foul home run and then hits a fair home run,” Thomson said. “But he almost pulled it off. That would have been nice.”
Pinch-hitter Bryson Stott started the eighth by drawing a walk, the fourth inning a row the Phillies got their leadoff runner on base. Only one of them scored.
The Phillies didn’t have two runners on base at the same time until the sixth, after Schwarber walked and Rhys Hoskins singled. They were in the perfect part of their batting order to start another big comeback, too.
Except J.T. Realmuto, whose 10th-inning homer in Game 1 was the difference in a 6-5 win, swung and missed at a 96 mph heater from Astros starter Framber Valdez. Cleanup hitter Bryce Harper grounded into an inning-ending double play on the next pitch.
“I thought he kept us off balance pretty well tonight,” Harper said about Valdez. “We had some opportunities, especially myself, to get something going, but wasn’t able to do that.”
Harper went 0 for 4 with a strikeout and stranded five runners. That ended the NL Championship Series MVP’s postseason hitting streak at 11 games. He had reached base in each of the Phillies’ first 12 postseason games.
The Astros also turned a double play in the fifth after a leadoff single.
Nick Castellanos started the seventh with a double and scored Philadelphia’s first run on a sacrifice fly by Jean Segura right after Valdez came out of the game.
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler was quickly doubled up in his first World Series start. He allowed three doubles on the first four pitches he threw as the Astros jumped ahead 2-0.
The right-hander began the postseason with 11 1/3 scoreless innings and pitched in two Philadelphia wins during the NLCS against San Diego. But he struggled against the Astros, who weren’t going to blow a 5-0 lead for the second night in a row.
Wheeler gave up five runs (four earned) on six hits over five innings. He struck out three and walked three while throwing 41 of 69 pitches for strikes.
An error by shortstop Edmundo Sosa extended the first and allowed a third run to score, then Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer off Wheeler in the fifth.
“He was just a little off. It was a little bit light stuff, and location was a little bit off,” Thomson said. “Should have only given up two runs in the first inning and then Bregman hits a home run. He got behind him, and beat him to the spot.” | https://www.wdel.com/sports/schwarber-s-2-big-swings-go-756-feet-get-phillies-nothing/article_b10810ee-5850-11ed-be0d-2f8e961fa4fc.html | 2022-10-30 16:34:56 | 1 | https://www.wdel.com/sports/schwarber-s-2-big-swings-go-756-feet-get-phillies-nothing/article_b10810ee-5850-11ed-be0d-2f8e961fa4fc.html |
The state Republican Committee narrowly failed on Saturday to pass a measure calling for only card-carrying Republicans to pick all officeholders in the state except in Pulaski, Washington and a few Delta counties.
The required suspension of rules to take up the matter necessitated a two-thirds majority vote that was not quite achieved. There was talk of the party committee bringing the issue back next time after more study or of going straight to the Legislature, meaning largely to itself but with direct lawmaking authority.
Closed primaries are not uncommon among states. It's not unreasonable for a political party to want to be in charge of its own nominations, spared infiltration by someone like me--a cussed independent and left-leaner--asking for and getting an "R" ballot.
I did that in May and marked the ballot for Doc Washburn over Sarah Sanders for governor.
I calculated that no vote could be nobler than against Sanders. I figured Washburn was sincere in zany extremism rather than cynically tactical. In a choice between an actual nut and a pretend nut for my next governor--and the next governor would only come from the Republican primary--I chose authenticity as my tiebreaker.
Most of the Republican objections voiced Saturday to open primaries had nothing to do with outsiders who come in to vote against the least-authentic deplorable. Instead it was about supposed liberals venturing into the GOP primary to vote for what these Republicans called the most liberal choice, but which actually was the least-extreme conservative.
That's actually one of the major goals of Republican-resigned Jim Hendren with his new Common Ground organization. The group encourages voting in the Republican primary when it's tantamount to election, but for the most center-inclined, bipartisan and problem-solving candidate.
That tactic appeared to bear no fruit in the recent primary. But many Republicans want to stomp the notion flat anyway.
Most states that have party primaries restricted to registered members offer vibrant competition between those parties. They also tend to have independents who have made decisions to register as independents knowing they are forgoing voting in either party primary.
Arkansas is not like that or anyone else.
For decades it had open primaries that Democrats so controlled that their nominations were accepted as tantamount to election.
But "Democrats" in those days were merely nominal and not organized in any partisan way. Democratic primary voters were independents.
One time the Democrats elected as their state party chairman a young fellow who promptly revealed that of course he had voted for Nixon over McGovern. He'd vote for a "D" locally, because everyone did, but president of the United States was important. Do you mean to say he couldn't be state Democratic chairman if he wasn't really a Democrat? Why, who ever heard of such a communist notion?
Now Arkansas is overwhelmingly Republican and its primaries are the ones tantamount to statewide election. But the people of the state now think more about parties. They are a little more than a third Republican, about a third independent, and less than a third Democratic.
Republicans are winning big because the independent third is conservative and leans heavily to it. But only about 7 percent of registered voters are actually registered as Republicans. About 87 percent don't register by party at all.
The point is that, if you want to have a say in selecting statewide officers, you must vote in the Republican primary, because the Democrat in November--any Democrat in November--won't stand a chance.
The rule change many Republicans are seeking would mean that only registered Republicans could vote in their primaries. They think that would grow their registration rolls but keep out the so-called RINOs, meaning Republicans in Name Only, or people like me--if there are any--who are viewed as mischief-makers rather than as the authenticity-seekers they are.
It could happen that Republican registration rolls would explode. But it also could happen that conservative independents in Arkansas so value their independence that they would resent coercion, and would simply skip any primary of a group that tried to make them join it.
They might see the Republican behavior for what it is--arrogance and greed.
None of that should present any big problem for Republicans. They'd still win everything either way. They would do so either with the voluntary coalition they already have or their own small clique, made more snug, smug and powerful than ever.
I can't quite envision a conservative independent in Arkansas getting so mad about being told he must join the Republican Party to vote in the primary in May that he would go out and vote for Joe Biden in November.
It's a long time--and a lot of Fox and Newsmax viewing--from May to November.
John Brummett, whose column appears regularly in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, is a member of the Arkansas Writers' Hall of Fame. Email him at jbrummett@arkansasonline.com. Read his @johnbrummett Twitter feed. | https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2022/dec/06/gop-cant-quite-close-door/ | 2022-12-06 12:14:05 | 1 | https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2022/dec/06/gop-cant-quite-close-door/ |
Hot Wheels is getting its own television show, toymaker Mattel announced last week.
The show is titled “Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge,” and the first episode will air later this year on NBC in a primetime slot.
Rutledge Wood, of “Top Gear America” fame, has been picked for hosting duties, alongside Hoonigan’s Hert Eugene Jr. and Dalal Elsheikh, a Ford designer and Hot Wheels brand ambassador.
The official description makes the show sound like a version of MTV’s “Pimp My Ride” aimed at kids. In each episode, two Hot Wheels fans will bring their dream designs to life using real vehicles.
The modification work will be handled in the “Chrome Zone,” where each contestant will have access to a high-tech garage and a team of experts. They’ll also have to deal with something called the Inspirationator 5000, which may be a computer of some sort that spits out ideas that need to be integrated into the build.
The competing designs will then be judged by a panel that will include celebrities, and the winner will take home a $25,000 cash prize and the chance to enter a final round where contestants will compete for $50,000 and the honor of having their design turned into an official Hot Wheels toy car.
Mattel in recent years has been expanding Hot Wheels to move it beyond a line of toy cars. A video game was launched in 2021 and a movie is in the works.
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Atlanta police: 1 killed, 2 injured in Midtown shooting; suspect in custody
ATLANTA (WGCL/Gray News) - Police said on social media Monday that a suspect is in custody after shootings in Midtown Atlanta that killed one person and injured two others.
Police earlier identified a woman as a possible suspect on Facebook. No further information about the person in custody has been announced.
The post stated officers responded to a person shot call around 1:45 p.m. ET and located two apparent gunshot victims. One of the victims has died and the second was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Officers received another call of a person shot nearby and found another apparent gunshot victim there, who also was taken to a hospital for treatment.
Copyright 2022 WGCL via Gray Media Group, Inc. The Associated Press contributed to the report. All rights reserved. | https://www.wcjb.com/2022/08/22/atlanta-police-3-shot-midtown-neighborhood-residents-advised-stay-off-streets/ | 2022-08-22 21:01:29 | 1 | https://www.wcjb.com/2022/08/22/atlanta-police-3-shot-midtown-neighborhood-residents-advised-stay-off-streets/ |
PHOENIX (AP) — The "Howie! Howie! Howie" chants at the team's send-off party in Philadelphia followed Eagles general manager Howie Roseman to Super Bowl opening night.
They were yelling obscenities at Roseman not too long ago.
The once-exiled executive who was cast aside for Chip Kelly for a year and returned to lead the Eagles to the franchise's only Super Bowl title is back again after hitting rock bottom in 2020.
The Eagles (16-3) are one win away from their second Super Bowl title in five years under Roseman's leadership. They have to beat former coach Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs (16-3) to hoist the Lombardi Trophy again.
"You guys have a job to do. Whether I agree or not, that's the nature of the beast," Roseman said of the intense criticism he received in Philadelphia in 2020. "It's a moment to moment league. We had a terrible moment. In that moment, in this market, people pile on. It's just the nature of it. I've been through it before. I understand it. At the end of the day, it's my job to turn it around as quickly as possible. That's what we're trying to do here."
Roseman, who began his NFL career as a non-paid summer intern in 2000 and rose to youngest general manager in the league at age 34 in 2010, lost control of personnel decisions in a power struggle with Kelly in 2015. Kelly got fired after he bombed and Roseman regained his role as GM and executive vice president a year later.
After the Eagles beat the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl after the 2017 season, All-Pro center Jason Kelce mentioned Roseman's journey in his famous speech at the team's victory parade.
"Howie Roseman, a few years ago, was relinquished of all control pretty much in this organization," Kelce screamed to the crowd while wearing a costume donned by folks who strut in Philadelphia's Mummers Parade on New Year's Day. "He was put in the side of the building where I didn't see him for over a year! Two years ago, when they made a decision, he came out of there a different man. He came out of there with a purpose and a drive to make this possible. And I saw a different Howie Roseman. An underdog."
Roseman's honeymoon in Philly didn't last long despite the team going to the playoffs the next two seasons. He was chastised for drafting wide receiver J.J. Arcega-Whiteside ahead of DK Metcalf in the second round in 2019. It got worse when the Eagles took wideout Jalen Reagor one pick ahead of Justin Jefferson in the first round in 2020. Roseman didn't get any credit for selecting Jalen Hurts in the second round that year because the Eagles already had Carson Wentz and most people thought they had needs bigger than a backup quarterback.
So when the Eagles went 4-11-1 in 2020, Roseman was excoriated in Philly. Doug Pederson was fired just three years after coaching the team to the Super Bowl victory. Wentz was traded and Nick Sirianni was hired. That wasn't popular, either.
Now, Sirianni is the toast of the town, Hurts is an MVP finalist and nobody cares about Reagor/Jefferson because Roseman drafted DeVonta Smith and acquired A.J. Brown in a trade.
"I hope it doesn't happen again in five years but if we're playing in the Super Bowl I'll take it," Roseman said when reminded he's answering the same questions now that he heard in Minnesota before the Eagles appeared in their last Super Bowl.
Ten of Philadelphia's 11 starters on offense are players Roseman drafted. So much for those blunders.
"There's so much I wanna say," Roseman said with a smile. "At the end of the day, I don't think that we're at this moment of reflection or talking about anything we've done. We're just trying to win a game quite honestly. We like that we have homegrown players. That's the key to success. You wanna draft well, you want to re-sign your own guys. Obviously, we've supplemented them with some free agents on defense. But when you look at offense, you've always had this theory that it's easier to grow an offense together and it's easier to bring in defensive players that are free agents or through trades."
Roseman made all the right moves last offseason, from a trade with the Saints to acquire more draft capital to acquiring Brown and signing edge rusher Haason Reddick and cornerback James Bradberry.
"We thought we had an opportunity to be really great," owner Jeffrey Lurie said about signing off on Roseman's personnel decisions.
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WARSAW, Poland (AP) — An object believed to be an observation balloon entered Polish airspace from Belarus and flew over the country for several hours before disappearing from radar, prompting the military to carry out a search by air and on the ground on Saturday, officials said Saturday.
Polish President Andrzej Duda linked the object and previous objects that have entered Polish airspace to the war that Russia is waging in Ukraine, which lies on Poland’s eastern border. Belarus, an ally of Russia, also lies on Poland’s northeastern border.
“Never has war been so close to us, never been so tangible,” Duda said on a visit to Ustka on the Baltic Sea coast, where the Polish military was holding a large exercise.
“It creates many different, difficult situations, many provocations, even those that we see even in the last hours.”
The Defense Ministry said that it believed the object was an observation balloon and that radar contact with the object was lost near Rypin, a town in central Poland 143 kilometers (89) northwest of the capital, Warsaw.
A search was launched in that area involving a helicopter, a drone and ground groups from the Territorial Defense Forces, a press officer with the Operational Command of the Armed Forces, Capt. Ewa Złotnicka, told the television broadcaster TVN24.
The object was spotted Friday around 8:30 p.m. local time near Białowieża, which is near Poland’s border with Belarus. Radar monitoring was carried out, but at around 12:30 a.m. Saturday, the object ceased to be visible, Złotnicka said in a phone interview with the private TV station.
The development reported Saturday follows two other known incursions into Poland’s airspace since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
In November, two Polish men were killed when a missile landed in eastern Poland. Western officials said they believed a Ukrainian air defense missile went astray as Ukraine tried to repel a large-scale attack by Russia.
Polish military and political officials are also facing questions about another object that landed on Polish territory in December, but which was only discovered in April by chance by a member of the public who was riding a horse in a forest.
The issue is raising questions about the authorities’ handling of Poland’s air defenses amid new risks created by the war in Ukraine.
President Duda and Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki were only informed of the December airspace incursion in late April.
The National Security Bureau, a body that advises the president on security and defense matters, said Friday that its head, Jacek Siewiera, and Duda were informed on April 26 about the object, which the bureau said “may be a Russian-made cruise missile.”
Officials have said that no traces of explosives were found at the site where the aerial object was discovered.
Defense Minister Mariusz Błaszczak this week pointed the finger of blame at the operational commander of the armed forces for not properly informing political leaders of the object. Army leaders have pushed back, insisting they fulfilled their duties properly.
“Poland and the Polish army have not seen such events on our territory and over our territory for many decades,” Duda said in his remarks Saturday. He said Polish authorities were analyzing new procedures which were being used for the first time and that some had worked better than others.
But he said he could not go into detail because of security concerns. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/international/poland-detects-object-in-its-airspace-that-flew-from-belarus-likely-an-observation-balloon/ | 2023-05-14 02:10:49 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/international/poland-detects-object-in-its-airspace-that-flew-from-belarus-likely-an-observation-balloon/ |
Those Receiving State Aid in Maine Can Visit The Beautiful Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens At No Cost
It's not easy to find family fun at low to no cost outside of a playground run these days. Times are tough for many right now and it's such a blessing to be able to make family memories without breaking the bank or sacrificing. Not to mention that invaluable feeling of being like everyone else. Those that have financial struggles often feel shame surrounding their situation.
One of the most popular and beloved destinations in Maine is the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay. The Gardens are filled with lush, stunning, colorful flowers, beautiful water fixtures, fairy houses, a butterfly house, a bee exhibit, and the Guardians of The Seeds aka the giant trolls.
Kids and adults alike love seeing the beautiful scenery and enjoying the beautiful exhibits. And of course, hunting for the next troll.
Thanks to a program called Gardens for All, if a family is eligible for SNAP/EBT, WIC, Medicaid, or MaineCare programs or are otherwise unable to meet the price of admission, they can still visit the garden according to the Maine Botanical Gardens website. No stigma, no neon sign over your head, just an opportunity to enjoy to take in the fun and beauty like everyone else.
And this offer is not just one visit either, these guests can obtain up to 6 day passes. You just need to reserve your time and day in advance.
For more details and to schedule your visit, head over to their website here.
Be sure to pass the information along so that all Maine families that wish to explore the gardens this year may have the opportunity. | https://1019therock.com/gardens-for-all/ | 2022-05-20 04:26:16 | 1 | https://1019therock.com/gardens-for-all/ |
The partnership brings the classic candy bar flavor to life in a new way, reimagining the limits of coffee
BURLINGTON, Mass. and FRISCO, Texas, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Original Donut Shop® Coffee today announced its new product innovation, The Original Donut Shop SNICKERS® Coffee K-Cup pods. The newest addition to the coffee portfolio is inspired by the always satisfying, deliciously gratifying flavors of SNICKERS® — creamy milk chocolate, gooey caramel, and just a touch of nuttiness.
"We're excited to unveil a new and delicious coffee flavor that allows our fans to treat their taste buds," said Scott Christensen, Senior Director Brand Marketing, Keurig Dr Pepper. "Inspiring discovery through flavorful coffee experiences is at the core of our brand purpose and The Original Donut Shop SNICKERS® Coffee does just that."
With the press of a button, your Keurig brewer can treat you to a delicious SNICKERS® flavored coffee where the always satisfying candy bar meets the deliciousness of coffee. The light roast, caffeinated blend is certified Orthodox Union Kosher, and each K-Cup® pod delivers a perfectly great-tasting cup of coffee every time.
"At Mars, we are consumer obsessed. So, we are thrilled to team up with The Original Donut Shop® Coffee to deliver a delicious new offering for both SNICKERS® and coffee lovers alike," said Michelle Deignan, Senior Director, Mars Wrigley. "The Original Donut Shop SNICKERS® Coffee combines the satisfying taste of SNICKERS® with a classic roast, which is sure to inspire moments of happiness every morning for consumers in a way only SNICKERS® can deliver on."
The Original Donut Shop SNICKERS® Coffee will be available at major retailers nationwide beginning this summer and is currently available for purchase at Keurig.com and Amazon.
To learn more about The Original Donut Shop® Coffee, visit https://www.keurig.com/content/theoriginaldonutshop and follow @theoriginaldonutshop on Instagram, @OriginalDonutShop on Facebook and @origdonutshop on Twitter.
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About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America with annual revenue approaching $13 billion and approximately 27,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott's®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers. The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability. For more information, visit www.keurigdrpepper.com.
ABOUT MARS, INCORPORATED
For more than a century, Mars, Incorporated has been driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. This idea is at the center of who we have always been as a global, family-owned business. Today, Mars is transforming, innovating, and evolving in ways that affirm our commitment to making a positive impact on the world around us.
Across our diverse and expanding portfolio of confectionery, food, and petcare products and services, we employ 133,000 dedicated associates who are all moving in the same direction: forward. With $40 billion in annual sales, we produce some of the world's best-loved brands including DOVE®; EXTRA®; M&M's®; MILKY WAY®; SNICKERS®; TWIX®; ORBIT®; PEDIGREE®; ROYAL CANIN®; SKITTLES®; BEN'S ORIGINAL™; WHISKAS®; COCOAVIA®; 5™; and take care of half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses, including AniCura, Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, and VCA™.
We know we can only be truly successful if our partners and the communities in which we operate prosper as well. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our associates to take action every day to help create a world tomorrow in which the planet, its people and pets can thrive. The Mars Compass, inspired by the Economics of Mutuality, is used to measure the company's progress in service of its purpose--the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today.
For more information about Mars, please visit mars.com. Join us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
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Downtown San Diego's First Lab Lease – Full Floor in Repositioned Building
Genesis Branded Transformation is a Barings/Phase 3 Real Estate Partners/Bain Capital Real Estate Joint Venture
CHARLOTTE, N.C. and SAN DIEGO, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Barings, one of the world's largest diversified real estate investment managers, along with Phase 3 Real Estate Partners and Bain Capital Real Estate, announced today its joint venture has signed its first tenant to Genesis San Diego, a premier Class A life science building in Downtown San Diego, California.
Formerly known as The Thomas Jefferson School of Law, this approximately 203,000 square foot, 8-story office building located at 1155 Island Avenue has been transformed into a state-of-the-art life science property. Modifications and improvements include upgraded HVAC and plumbing infrastructure (including VRF heating and cooling systems, new exhaust fans, 100% outside air for lab areas, and needlepoint bipolar ionization) along with a new 5,000 lb. service elevator and upgraded lab floor loads. Additional enhancements include a new lab services facility with a glass wash, autoclave and staffed shipping and receiving room, a top floor lounge and event space, and ready-to-occupy 'spec suites' consisting of 50% lab / 50% office built out in various sizes throughout the building.
"Barings is excited to lead the life science migration to Downtown San Diego, giving tenants a highly amenitized work, live and play environment," said Joe Gorin, Managing Director, Head of US Acquisitions and Portfolio Management for Barings. "Greater San Diego is an undeniable life sciences global capital and we continue to hear from life science leaders interested in a downtown, urban destination. This investment is a prime example of Barings' value-add real estate investment strategy focusing on creating unique, competitive assets that attract innovative tenant demand."
"Delivering premier Class A research ready life science environments that meet the needs of visionary companies continues to be our focus," added BJ Van Aken, Executive Vice President, West and Head of Portfolio Operations for Phase 3 Real Estate Partners. "As a key component of our Genesis portfolio, Genesis San Diego sits at the forefront of life science assets in greater San Diego, and provides the modern design and opportunities for innovation that will bring tenants to this exciting downtown location."
Life sciences are a major driver of San Diego's innovation economy. The region is home to more than a thousand life sciences companies, and as the third largest life sciences cluster in the nation, demand for high-quality lab space in greater San Diego continues to increase. While suburban Torrey Pines and Sorrento Mesa have historically answered the call for life science asset needs, Downtown San Diego is poised to be the next life sciences node for greater San Diego given its unmatched amenities, proximity to the popular Gaslamp Quarter and Petco Park, key connections to the existing scientific community such as the new UCSD satellite building, and commutability via the extension of the Blue Trolley line.
"Downtown San Diego has all the building blocks for a successful life science industry cluster," added Betsy Brennan, President & CEO of the Downtown San Diego Partnership. "Our community has long known this and our 2021 Demographic Study proves it. Whether it's the highly skilled talent living here, a lifestyle that can't be beat, connectivity to our regional ecosystem of innovation, or new projects like Genesis San Diego that offer quality lab and office space, Downtown is where dreams are becoming reality."
Genesis San Diego represents a commitment to sustainability, tenant health and wellness, and digital connectivity. The development includes smart building systems, green design elements, and is currently LEED-Gold.
About Barings
Barings is a $371+ billion* global investment manager sourcing differentiated opportunities and building long-term portfolios across public and private fixed income, real estate, and specialist equity markets. With investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, the firm, a subsidiary of MassMutual, aims to serve its clients, communities and employees, and is committed to sustainable practices and responsible investment. Learn more at www.barings.com.
*Assets under management as of March 31, 2022
About Genesis
Genesis is a life science real estate brand that leverages the deep experience and global breadth of its owners' partnership to create an environment focused on meeting the needs of its tenants to accelerate their ground-breaking discovery. Genesis' owners unique integrated venture combines Phase 3 Real Estate Partner's decades of life science real estate development and tenant experience with Bain Capital's pioneering value-add investment approach and the firm's decades of leading experience in the Healthcare and Life Science industry. At Genesis, we relentlessly pursue not only to provide the right environment today but through our deep industry partnerships and participation provide the best environment for cultivating tomorrow's undiscovered advances in science.
About Phase 3 Real Estate Partners
Phase 3 Real Estate Partners, Inc., ("Phase 3") develops premier ready to occupy research and development facilities in the major innovation clusters of the United States. Phase 3's focus on delivering the highest quality space with accelerated speed to occupancy within these key geographies allows companies to immediately pursue their scientific goals. The Phase 3 team delivers a clean, modern design aesthetic, the right combination of amenities to create community and appropriate infrastructure to meet the needs of the companies who call our facilities home. The firm's expertise in development, construction and management of life science facilities results in a strong partnership between our tenants and our team. Phase 3's current portfolio consists of nearly 4.5 million square feet and is growing in San Diego, San Francisco and Boston.
About Bain Capital Real Estate
Bain Capital Real Estate was formed in 2018 and pursues investments in often hard-to-access sectors underpinned by enduring secular trends that drive long-term demand growth for real estate assets and services. The Bain Capital Real Estate team has been executing its strategy since 2010 (formerly as a part of Harvard Management Company), having invested and committed more than $6.8 billion of equity in more than 550 assets across multiple sectors, including more than $1.7 billion in over 6.8 million SF of life sciences assets. Bain Capital Real Estate focuses on small to mid-sized assets where the team applies its deep industry expertise to accelerate impact and drive operational improvements. Bain Capital Real Estate's strategy aligns with the value-added investment approach that Bain Capital pioneered and leverages the firm's global platform and significant experience across asset classes to further bolster its insights and sourcing capabilities.
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New ‘Princess and the Frog’ restaurant coming to Disneyland
Published: Jan. 13, 2023 at 5:13 PM CST|Updated: 25 minutes ago
ANAHEIM, Calif. (CNN) - A new “The Princess and the Frog” restaurant is coming to California’s Disneyland Park later this year.
Tiana’s Palace will be the newest restaurant on Orleans Street. It will reportedly feature peach-colored walls and fancy green wrought-iron balconies.
The restaurant will be a quick-service style eatery offering authentic New Orleans flavors with the pizzazz and flair of the restaurant from the film.
Disney said the restaurant opening will be followed by a new attraction called Tiana’s Bayou Adventure scheduled to open in 2024.
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PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Skiers have likely noticed signs at mountain resorts across the country saying, “Know the code.” They refer to universal rules of conduct that apply to people who partake in inherently risky snow sports that involve navigating down crowded slopes, often at high speeds.
But whether they actually understand the code is another question. For those unfamiliar with skiing and snowboarding, it’s likely something they’ve never heard of.
That’s all changing as actor Gwyneth Paltrow’s highly publicized ski collision trial is live-streamed from the courtroom. The actor-turned-lifestyle-influencer was accused of crashing into a fellow skier during a 2016 family trip to the upscale, skiers-only Deer Valley Resort in Utah. The celebrity trial is on day six and expected to conclude Thursday.
For a week, the trial has shone a spotlight on the unspoken rules that govern behavior on the slopes. Testimony has repeatedly touched on skier’s etiquette — especially sharing contact information after a collision, and ski turn radiuses — in the most high-profile ski collision trial in recent history.
There are about a hundred code-related lawsuits playing out now outside the spotlight. Most cases are settled before going to trial.
Throughout Paltrow’s trial, the word “uphill” has emerged as synonymous with “guilty,” as attorneys have focused on one of the code’s main tenets: The skier who is downhill or ahead on a slope has the right of way.
Rather than focus solely on the question of who hit who, attorneys have questioned nearly every witness — from Paltrow’s private ski instructors to doctors for the man suing Paltrow — about which skier was downhill at the time of the collision.
After initially suing Paltrow for $3.1 million, retired optometrist Terry Sanderson is now suing for at least $300,000 in damages. Paltrow has countersued for $1 and attorney fees, claiming Sanderson ran into her.
In court, attorneys on both sides have repeated the term “downhill” to try to persuade the jury that their client had the right of way.
The question has become a focal point of the trial, as both sides call legions of family members, friends and doctors to testify in Park City — the posh Rocky Mountain resort town that draws a throng of celebrities each year for the Sundance Film Festival.
Paltrow’s position on the slope was central to the questioning of her teenage children — 16-year-old Moses and 18-year-old Apple Martin.
In depositions read by attorneys in court on Tuesday, the children both testified that they didn’t see the moment of the crash. Before it happened Moses Martin said he saw a man uphill from his mother.”
“I was following my instructor but didn’t know what was going on,” Moses Martin, who was nine at the time, said.
His instructor testified that he didn’t witness the moment of the crash either but approached Paltrow and Sanderson afterward.
Apple Martin, then 11, remembered that her mother was in a “state of shock” after the collision and that she used an expletive to say that a man hit her on the run.
To support Paltrow’s version of events, specifically that she was downhill when the crash happened, her defense team commissioned artists to render advanced animations.
Because no video footage was included as evidence, the recollections of a ski buddy of Sanderson’s who claims to be the sole eyewitness has become a sticking point for Paltrow’s team. In addition to sharing animations, Paltrow’s team undercut the man’s testimony by calling on experts arguing that Paltrow was downhill.
Over objections from Sanderson’s attorneys, the court has allowed Paltrow’s team to play three of the seven high-resolution animations on a projector positioned between witnesses and the jury box — showing the pruning on Deer Valley’s aspen trees, childrens’ ski coats and groomed snow on the beginner run where Sanderson and Paltrow crashed.
Irving Scher, a biomechanical engineer hired by Paltrow’s defense team, drew stick figures and line graphs on a white board, as well as jotted down equations calculating force and torque to argue that science supported Paltrow’s account.
“Ms. Paltrow’s version of events is consistent with the laws of physics,” Scher testified Tuesday.
In an equally theatrical display last week, Sanderson’s lawyers tried but failed to rope Paltrow into a reenactment of events, when the judge put the kibosh on it.
While there are minor differences in state laws when it comes down to finding fault, “in court it becomes a question of who was the uphill skier,” said Denver attorney Jim Chalat, who has litigated cases in Utah and Colorado.
“It’s the uphill skier who is almost always in a position to cause the crash,” Chalat said. “If you’re skiing too fast for your own ability and you can’t carve out a turn, and you hit someone, you’re going to be in trouble.”
Still, crashes between skiers are rare. Most incidents resulting in injuries or death occur when skiers or snowboarders slam into stationary objects, usually trees. Collisions involving people represent only about 5% of skier injuries, Chalat said.
Experts at the Paltrow trial have argued that the National Ski Areas Association’s more than 60-year-old code is ubiquitous, with similar etiquette in Canada, Australia and parts of Europe.
The responsibility code was recently updated to urge skiers involved in a collision to share contact information with each other and a ski area employee. Last week, Paltrow was grilled by Sanderson’s attorneys for leaving the collision without first exchanging information with Sanderson. She said she knew one of the family’s ski instructors handled that for her.
Very few cases target the ski resorts where crashes occurred because of the inherent dangers that come with skiing and snowboarding, Los Angeles attorney John Morgan of the firm Morgan & Morgan said.
The mountain where the Paltrow-Sanderson collision happened, Deer Valley, was removed from the lawsuit in part because skiers absolve resorts of responsibility by agreeing to a set of rules on the back of every lift ticket.
“It’s like going to a baseball game and you get hit in the head by a foul ball. You know by sitting there that there’s some risk of that happening,” he said.
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JAMES ISLAND, S.C. (WCBD) — The cast and crew of popular Netflix series “Outer Banks” are grieving after a member of their team was killed in an early-morning hit-and-run Tuesday.
The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) of South Carolina said Alexander “AJ” Jennings, 22, was walking along a road on James Island when he was hit by a car that fled the scene. He was then hit by a second car, which also fled the scene, but was later located in downtown Charleston by officers with the Charleston Police Department.
Jennings was a cast member on Netflix’s “Outer Banks,” according to the show’s casting agency, Kimmie Stewart Casting. He served as a body double/stand-in for Chase Stokes’ character of John B. in the show’s third season.
The series is currently filming in and around Charleston.
In a Facebook post, the casting agency described Jennings as “a beautiful, kind soul & a bright light every day on set.”
Stokes remembered Jennings with a message on Instagram Wednesday morning.
“Still trying to process why certain things happen, and why the world works in the ways that it does. My heart is shattered. Your life was just starting. We JUST talked about how pumped you were about your tunes, how far you’d come with that ole 6 string and your want to keep creating art,” Stokes wrote in an Instagram story. “Always always making others hearts warm and being so damn selfless. I wish I had more words to say right now, but the past day has been a struggle to say the least. We all love you, you touched all of our lives and made us all better people, and for that– Thank you AJ. Fly high angel.”
CCSO is working to identify the initial car involved in the collision. Anyone with information is asked to contact CCSO at (843) 743-7200. | https://www.wane.com/news/outer-banks-crew-member-dies-after-hit-and-run-in-south-carolina/ | 2022-07-06 19:28:55 | 1 | https://www.wane.com/news/outer-banks-crew-member-dies-after-hit-and-run-in-south-carolina/ |
MONTGOMERY COUNTY — A Montgomery County grand jury has indicted 36-year-old Danshell Sade Jamillah Even on charges stemming from a fatal collision that occurred in May 2022.
The investigation by the Montgomery County Police Collision Reconstruction Unit revealed that Evon was driving her 2015 Kia Optima at a high rate of speed on Southbound Connecticut Avenue and Atherton Drive, before colliding with a 1997 Ford F-150, towing a utility trailer.
According to police, the driver was trying to make a left turn from Atherton Drive onto northbound Connecticut Avenue.
Both Ford occupants suffered non-life threatening injuries in the collision.
Two 13-year-olds, who were occupants of the Kia, also suffered non-life threatening injuries.
The daughter of Evon, who was identified as Dreamie Dior Jackson, died as a result of injuries sustained in the collision.
Evon's charges include manslaughter by vehicle, child abuse, child neglect, and second-degree assault.
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The Georgetown Prep boys’ lacrosse players got together Thursday night for a team dinner in advance of their game against Landon. In addition to hearing from Brendan Fry, a former defensive standout who earned first-team All-Met honors in 1992, the Little Hoyas watched a 25-minute film about the rivalry.
Then they came out firing Friday.
Led by hat tricks from senior midfielder Larry Horning and senior attackman Nate Kabiri, Georgetown Prep led wire to wire in a 12-4 victory in Bethesda — one of the most lopsided results in the matchup’s 35-year history.
“It means the world,” Horning said. “This is the biggest game. We circle this on our schedule all year. … We just got to keep this momentum going. That was a statement game right there.”
“Just Another Game” is a documentary directed by Prep alum Patrick Caulfield. When it was released in 2003, the Little Hoyas had never beaten Landon in 18 meetings, but four of the previous six had been decided by two goals or fewer. That ended up being the year Prep got over the hump, taking down the Bears, 8-5.
The rivalry has grown in the years since, and Prep (9-2) has won seven of the last eight matchups. When these Little Hoyas watched the film and so how far their predecessors went just to lose each year, it provided an extra jolt.
“A lot of our guys were just like, ‘Wow, that’s the level of magnitude, that’s how important this game is,’ ” said senior attackman Colin Burns, who recorded two goals and two assists. “We need to play lockdown, because we know we’re playing for so many guys who wore these jerseys before us.”
Early in league play, the Little Hoyas sit atop a particularly strong Interstate Athletic Conference, just ahead of Episcopal, while the Bears (6-5) find themselves in fifth. Though there’s plenty of season remaining for the picture to change, this loomed as a key game in the IAC race.
Prep’s offense scored the first four goals and jumped out to an 8-1 advantage. The Little Hoyas overwhelmed Landon during that first half, taking eight shots against the Bears’ four.
It was a balanced offensive effort from Prep. Kabiri and Horning, the pair who each scored three times, will play together at Georgetown next year.
Meanwhile, senior goalie Jack Kask saved nine shots for the Little Hoyas.
“Their effort didn’t wane the whole day,” Coach Scott Urick said. “I was really impressed with how hard they were able to play and for how long.” | https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/04/14/georgetown-prep-makes-statement-with-12-4-win-over-rival-landon/ | 2023-04-15 00:36:31 | 1 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/04/14/georgetown-prep-makes-statement-with-12-4-win-over-rival-landon/ |
SALEM, Ind. (AP) — The body of a young boy who may have died within the last week was found by a mushroom hunter in a wooded area in southern Indiana and state police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the child.
A state police spokesman says the body of the Black child believed to be 5 and 8 years old was found Saturday night by a person in Washington County who was out mushroom hunting.
No information about the possible cause of death has been released and authorities say they don’t know the name of the boy. | https://www.wfla.com/news/crime/body-of-unidentified-boy-found-by-mushroom-hunter-in-indiana-woods/ | 2022-04-18 09:51:00 | 0 | https://www.wfla.com/news/crime/body-of-unidentified-boy-found-by-mushroom-hunter-in-indiana-woods/ |
SANTA MONICA, Calif. and NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LootMogul announced that an agreement has been made for Hoop Culture Inc. to acquire the naming rights for the Metaverse Arena in Orlando.
The terms of the deal also include an agreement for Hoop Culture to place five retail/experiential stores in five Arenas within the LootMogul Metaverse.
"We have been receiving a high number of inquiries for naming rights in our Sports Metaverse, and penning this agreement with Hoop Culture, one of the fastest growing apparel brands, is phenomenal.
Our goal is to onboard all major brands in our sports metaverse, convert their web 2 consumers to web 3 and vice-versa; essentially create a whole new revenue stream in the metaverse for all brands," stated Raj Rajkotia, LootMogul CEO.
"To obtain the naming rights for the Orlando Arena is a tremendous day in the continued growth of Hoop Culture," said Mike Brown, President of Hoop Culture.
"Having Hoop Culture stores in five LootMogul Metaverse Arenas will continue to expand our brand and place us in front of hundreds of millions of potential customers. Game players will be able to represent the Hoop Culture brand within the Metaverse and purchase physical products that will be sent directly to the customer. Truly a game changer," added Brown.
About LootMogul
LootMogul is an athlete-led sports metaverse (web3 platform) that is powered by virtual real estate, training academies, blockchain games, metashops for brands and athletes with in-real-life (IRL) rewards. LootMogul is expanding the web3 community by bringing web2 gamers and sports fanatics to the metaverse. LootMogul is building more than 180 sports cities across the globe with real-world utilities and benefits.
LootMogul recently secured a $200 million investment commitment from Gem Global Yield LLC SCS (GGY), part of GEM, that will expedite the adoption of blockchain gaming for sports organizations and athletes and truly deliver an immersive sports fans experience.
More investment news: https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2022/09/17/lootmogul-sport-metaverse-company-secured-200-million-in-funding/
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About Hoop Culture
Hoop Culture is the premier, one-stop store for copping unique basketball accessories; the forerunner of the independent street and lifestyle apparel, setting trends with each and every new arrival. Hoop Culture currently sells products in 38 countries around the world, and maintains a vast social media network of over 150 million impressions a month.
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MONTREAL, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Alithya Group inc. (TSX: ALYA) (NASDAQ: ALYA) ("Alithya") is pleased to confirm the closing of its previously announced acquisition of Datum Consulting Group, LLC and its affiliates ("Datum" or "the Company").
Datum is a leader in IP enabled digital transformation services for data rich insurers and other regulated entities such as state governments. The Company services the world's foremost insurers including 6 of US' top 10 health insurers and specializes in application modernisation and data migration with the use of leading-edge software and services focused on information capture, content management and application and rules modernization. Datum employs over 150 professionals and supports its global clients from the United States, Europe, India and Australia.
Alithya is a North American leader in strategy and digital transformation, employing a dedicated and highly skilled workforce of 3,700 professionals in Canada, the United States, and internationally. Since its founding in 1992, Alithya's capacity, size, and capabilities have continuously evolved, guided by a long-term strategic vision to become the trusted advisor of its clients. The company's integrated offer is based on four pillars of expertise: business strategies, enterprise cloud solutions, application services, and data and analytics. Alithya deploys leading-edge solutions, services, and skills as one of the most prominent consulting firms, driving successful digital change as a trusted advisor to customers in a variety of sectors, including financial services, manufacturing, renewable energy, telecommunications, transport and logistics, professional services, healthcare, government, and beyond.
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CHESTERFIELD, Mo. (AP) _ Amdocs Ltd. (DOX) on Wednesday reported fiscal third-quarter earnings of $128.5 million.
The Chesterfield, Missouri-based company said it had profit of $1.04 per share. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were $1.27 per share.
The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.26 per share.
The provider of computer systems integration posted revenue of $1.16 billion in the period.
For the current quarter ending in September, Amdocs expects its per-share earnings to range from $1.26 to $1.32.
The company said it expects revenue in the range of $1.15 billion to $1.19 billion for the fiscal fourth quarter.
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AMPEL BioSolutions today announces a breakthrough in precision and personalized medicine that could revolutionize the way doctors treat chronic pain syndromes, such as fibromyalgia. Revealed in the peer-reviewed journal Lupus Science and Medicine, the paper details AMPEL's breakthrough approach to characterize the underlying disease activity from gene expression data obtained from patient blood samples.
The FibroGENE® lab test, only a concept for the last few years, is now ready for development for practical use as a decision support biomarker test that could greatly impact health care by allowing physicians to identify the cause of patient disease symptoms and select appropriate treatment more precisely. AMPEL's initial focus is fibromyalgia that affects Lupus patients, but the test can be used for millions of Americans diagnosed with fibromyalgia every year.
Working with colleagues at Duke University Medical Center, AMPEL found unique gene signatures that identified patients with Lupus who had prominent features of fibromyalgia. These signatures served as the basis of FibroGENE®, capable of identifying subjects with fibromyalgia with or without Lupus.
Fibromyalgia has been called the "invisible disability" because doctors have few objective metrics to assess disease status. Patients with fibromyalgia experience pain in soft tissues, such as muscles and joints, that is not associated with inflammation. Other common symptoms are extreme fatigue and "brain fog" that impact daily activities, including work and family life. Johns Hopkins and the American College of Rheumatology estimate that fibromyalgia affects 3-4% of the US population (10-12 million people) with more than 25-35% receiving disability benefits. The Hospital for Special Surgery in NYC estimates that 25% of all Lupus patients experience fibromyalgia.
Paired with AMPEL's pipeline of tools to analyze very large and complex clinical datasets ("Big Data"), FibroGENE® is a significant step towards implementing a routine test for monitoring fibromyalgia and providing decision support for treatment based on a patient's gene expression. This will transform the way doctors treat fibromyalgia by using the information gathered by the lab test and analyzed by bioinformatics to characterize the precise molecular abnormalities and treat symptoms, reduce pain and increase the quality of life of millions of Americans. The application of AMPEL's genomic approach to fibromyalgia could also assist pharmaceutical companies in drug development and clinical trials. Importantly, FDA-approved drugs that target B cells, calcium channels and mitochondrial reactive oxygen species are candidates for therapy.
"A genomic platform to identify biomarkers for pain and fatigue in patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus represents an important step forward for these patients, and could help guide appropriate therapies," said Dr. David Pisetsky, Rheumatologist, Professor of Medicine at Duke University School of Medicine and one of the co-authors of a paper publishing in Lupus Science & Medicine.
"I am excited to announce FibroGENE®, AMPEL's latest precision medicine blood test that will not only help Lupus patients with fibromyalgia-like symptoms but also the estimated 10 million fibromyalgia patients who experience this disabling condition," said Dr. Peter Lipsky, AMPEL Co-Founder, CEO and Chief Medical Officer. "AMPEL's collaboration with Duke beginning in 2019 has generated a novel tool in our arsenal to assess patients more effectively and provide decision support for medications that may be the basis for precision medicine of affected patients and help improve their quality of life."
"Lupus care will greatly benefit from more precise evaluation of patients. AMPEL's work solidifies the hypothesis that Lupus is driven by both type 1 inflammation and type 2 fibromyalgia-like components," said Dr. Dan Wallace, Rheumatologist, Board of Governors, Cedars-Sinai Medical Ctr and UCLA, "and represents an important breakthrough by establishing an immune relationship between their characteristics which may lead to more precise treatment of patients."
"FibroGENE® is an important breakthrough because the blood test will give doctors a more concrete way to communicate to patients the validity of their symptoms and suggest new therapeutic approaches," said Dr. Peggy Crow, Rheumatologist, Director of the Autoimmunity & Inflammation Program at the Hospital for Special Surgery, Professor of Medicine and Immunology at Weill Cornell Medical School, NYC.
"As a lupus patient who suffers from chronic pain, learning that AMPEL is developing a lab test that will help my doctors identify what's causing me pain and precisely target that in my treatment is nothing short of miraculous!" said Sobia Saleem, MA AMFT, Lupus Patient, Psychotherapist and LFNC Board Member, "One of the most difficult and exhausting parts of having autoimmune conditions is that doctors never exactly know what medication will work for my body. Much of the work we do in trying to figure out my treatment is trial and error. AMPEL's FibroGENE® is a game changer that will save us pain and our bodies unnecessary drugs and chemicals. The right drug for the right person at the right time seems like the way of the future for patients and doctors alike!"
Angel Williams, Lupus Patient and Lupus Foundation of America DC/MD/VA Ambassador said, "FibroGENE® will change the face of how those living with both fibromyalgia and lupus look at being sick. We don't care what we are taking meds for, we just want them for the right disease. FibroGENE gives us this!!!!!"
Juana Mata, Patient with Lupus and Fibromyalgia, NIH All of Us Ambassador and Looms for Lupus Founder, "FibroGENE® gives Lupus patients with Fibromyalgia-like symptoms hope as we face many challenges with severe pain and fatigue. Understanding that doctors will have a blood test to pinpoint what is causing symptoms gives us hope in having a better quality of life early in our diagnosis or when we are having a flare. Personalized precision medicine through blood testing is something we as patients are yearning for as we are all different and we experience different symptoms and need individualized treatment."
Christine von Raesfeld, Patient with Lupus and Fibromyalgia, NIH All of Us Ambassador and People with Empathy Founder said, "With overlapping conditions and a multitude of symptoms, finding individualized treatments for patients with fibromyalgia and lupus has been difficult. Having a personalized treatment plan is essential to mitigate symptoms and improve a patient's day-to-day experience."
"Our team has developed a tool that can conceivably transform the way patients with Lupus and Fibromyalgia conditions are treated" said Dr. Amrie Grammer, AMPEL Co-Founder, President and Chief Scientific Officer. "AMPEL is changing the paradigm of treatment in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. We are proud to be doing this work in Virginia and will continue to recruit talent and grow our business here."
AMPEL BioSolutions is a precision medicine company commercializing a development pipeline of CLIA-certified gene expression tests for blood or tissue samples that provide clinical decision support by determining disease status, identifying molecular pathway and predicting drug options. AMPEL's technology is a cloud-based platform that hosts proprietary DNA/RNA analytic tools and machine learning algorithms covered by 25+ filed/pending patents and 90+ peer-reviewed publications. Disease areas for AMPEL's precision medicine test portfolio include Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Psoriasis, Scleroderma, Atopic Dermatitis, Lupus Nephritis, Cardiovascular, Sjogren's Syndrome, ASD, Wellness, Lung Cancer and SARS-Cov2. AMPEL's platform technology covers over 95% of all known genes and AMPEL's exclusive curated database of >20,000 individual gene expression profiles with rich clinical information fuels machine learning predictions based on evidence. AMPEL BioSolutions was elected to the Coalition for 21st Century Precision Medicine in early 2022.
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ATLANTA (AP) — Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy are bringing their own version of team golf to the PGA Tour.
A day after Woods and McIlroy announced a new media venture called TMRW Sports, they unveiled a project Wednesday that involves 18 players competing in a series of matches featuring technology as much as shot-making.
It’s called “TGL,” a tech-infused golf league that will be held in a stadium built for the occasion where fans can watch three-man teams compete in an 18-hole match — using simulators for the long shots, live shots for the shorter ones — that will take only two hours.
The league is to start in January 2024 and feature 15 regular-season matches on Monday nights, followed by the semifinals and the finals.
“For the fans, think sitting courtside at an NBA game. It’s that type of environment — music, player introductions. You’re right on top of the action as a fan,” said Mike McCarley, the former Golf Channel president who formed TMRW Sports with Woods and McIlroy and is its CEO. “You see everything play out in front of you.”
TMRW Sports — pronounced “tomorrow” — was formed to build technology-focused projects with a progressive approach to sports, entertainment and media.
Among the investors is Dick Ebersol, the retired chairman of NBC Sports whose many contribution to sports on TV include Sunday Night Football. He worked with McCarley at NBC.
“Since I’ve retired, I’ve refused any real work besides giving advice for plenty of friends, but this is the right idea at the right time with one of the few people I would do this with,” Ebersol said.
The announcement was lacking many details, including a broadcast partner, thought NBC is a likely candidate given its relationship with the PGA Tour and with Ebersol and McCarley. Also, McIlroy has a deal with the “GolfPass” venture in conjunction with Golf Channel.
Still to be determined are the 18 players on the six teams and when the matches will be held, though a majority figure to be the week of elevated events also announced Wednesday for the new PGA Tour schedule that starts next year.
“As a big sports fan myself, I’m excited about blending golf with technology and team elements common in other sports,” Woods said in a statement. “We all know what it’s like to be in a football stadium or a basketball arena where you can watch every play, every minute of action unfold right in front of you. It’s something that inherently isn’t possible in traditional golf.”
Woods previously was involved in real golf on Monday night when he was part of the “Showdown at Sherwood” and “Battle at Bighorn.” That faded within a decade, though the Monday night spot on the sports calendar from January to August is attractive.
Woods played only three times — all majors — this year as he recovers from leg injuries suffered in a February 2021 car crash. But he will be playing in the TGL and won’t have to walk far.
“We don’t know what his schedule is going to be. We don’t know how his body is going to be,” McIlroy said. “But to be able to see him still showcase his skills on prime time on TV without really any wear and tear on his body, to be able to see Tiger hit golf shots and still sort of provide people with a glimpse of his genius, I think it is a really good use of his time.”
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RED LODGE, Montana (AP) — Just three months ago, the Yellowstone region like most of the West was dragging through an extended drought with little snow in the mountains and wildfire scars in Red Lodge from a year ago when the area was hit by 105-degree Fahrenheit (40.5 Celsius) heat and fire.
Rivers and creeks this week raged with water much higher and faster than even the rare benchmark 500 year flood. Weather-whiplashed residents and government officials raced to save homes, roads and businesses.
Mostly natural fleeting forces with some connections to long-term climate change combined to trigger the switch from drought to deluge, scientists said.
It was a textbook case of “weather weirding,” said Red Lodge resident and National Snow and Ice Data Center deputy lead scientist Twila Moon. Her cropped hair was up in a sweat band and she was covered head to toe in mud from helping residents clear out flooded areas.
But these were conditions unique to the northern interior West, scientists say. Most of the West doesn’t have much snow and will keep struggling with drought.
In the Yellowstone area, after a winter with light snow, it finally accumulated a couple of months ago, wet and cold, likely thanks to the natural weather event La Nina, building the snowpack in the mountains to above normal levels. Snow fell so hard on Memorial Day weekend people had to abandon camping gear and get out of the park while they could, said Tom Osborne, a hydrologist who has spent decades in the area.
Things looked good. The drought wasn’t quite busted — in fact Thursday’s national drought monitor still puts 84% of Montana under unusually dry or full-fledged drought conditions — but it was better. Then came too much of a moist thing. Heavy rains poured in thanks to a water-laden atmosphere turbocharged by warmer than normal Pacific water. And when it poured, it melted. The equivalent of nine inches (23 centimeters) of rain flowed down Montana mountain slopes in some places. Half or more was from the melting snow, scientists said.
All the rivers and streams reacted the same: “They shot up to levels far beyond anything ever recorded,” Osborne said. “Hydrologists know that there’s nothing that causes higher magnitude flooding in the West more so than a rain-on-snow event.”
One gage on the Stillwater River near Absarokee, where Osborne lives, normally flows at 7,000 cubic feet (200 cubic meters) per second during a moderate flood and races at 12,400 cubic feet (350 cubic meters) per second in a 100-year flood, he said. A once-in-500-year flood would mean water raging at 14,400 cubic feet (410 cubic meters) per second. Preliminary numbers show that on Monday, it crested at 23,700 cubic feet (670 cubic meters) per second, the equivalent of stacking three moderate floods on top of each other, according to Osborne.
La Nina conditions occur when parts of the equatorial Pacific ocean cool, changing global weather patterns. While La Nina can dry out the U.S. Southwest, it can increase snow and rain in other more northwesterly parts of the country and may have helped pack more snow in Yellowstone’s mountain peaks, according to Upmanu Lall, the director of the Columbia Water Center at Columbia University.
And while Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana had bigger snowpacks from a cold, wet spring, areas south of that were extremely dry with anemic to missing late spring snows, said UCLA climate scientist and western weather expert Daniel Swain.
Then an “atmospheric river” — long flowing regions in the sky that move large amounts of water — entered the area and dumped rain on the snow at a time when the weather was warm. That rain came in from over the northern Pacific where the water and air was unusually warm and warmer air holds more rain due to basic physics, said Swain. That’s a small climate change connection, he said.
Over the long-term, climate change is reducing snowpack in the West, according to Guillaume Mauger, a research scientist at the University of Washington Climate Impacts Group.
“With climate change, we expect less snow and we expect the melt season to be shorter,” said Mauger.
But the spring didn’t follow that long-term pattern.
“What is extraordinary is the combination of that high snowpack that got built up in April, May, together with this rainfall event and the warmer conditions,” Lall said. “That’s where the flooding is coming from.”
Lall said an atmospheric river that brought in moisture from the Pacific “is a little bit harder” to link to climate change.
La Nina may have played a role in several ways. While there have been La Ninas like this one throughout the past “we’ve never seen in human history persistent La Nina events with global temperatures this warm before. That is a unique combination,” Swain said. “We already know that La Nina increases the risk of floods in some places. It increases the amount of active weather in some places. And then you have warmer oceans and a warmer atmosphere that can supercharge those.”
“So you really can’t just say it’s one thing or the other,” Swain said. “It really is both. It’s the natural and the unnatural together.”
A year ago, Montana climate scientists created the Greater Yellowstone Climate Assessment and it warned of rain-and-snow events like this, said report co-lead author Cathy Whitlock, an Earth sciences professor at Montana State University.
But the real life flooding disaster was far worse, she said.
“Who could predict houses going into the rivers and bridges being destroyed,” Whitlock said. “It’s so much worse than you imagine. And it’s partly because the infrastructure is not set up for extreme climate events.”
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More than 90 million tons of hazardous materials are transported on American railroads a year. The trains rumble by towns at all hours, blaring their horns. Chemicals potent enough to kill people or lead to cancer can be sloshing around inside.
Accidents that result in the release of hazardous materials are rare, but when trains do crash, the consequences can be serious. Most of the recent ones that caused evacuations have happened near small communities, NPR found. Local firefighters who respond are uniquely vulnerable to the effects. But across the country, they are often under-prepared to handle the chemicals when they come off the tracks.
It happened in East Palestine, Ohio, on Feb. 3. At least 1.1 million pounds of carcinogens were emitted, a federal lawsuit has alleged, after 11 cars with hazardous materials derailed and caught fire. Hundreds of the village's approximately 4,700 residents fled their homes as the East Palestine Fire Department did its best to respond to the scene. The department employs just one full-time firefighter – the rest are volunteers. It took more than six hours after the initial derailment for firefighters trained in flammable liquid emergencies to arrive from nearby East Liverpool.
Over the past decade, 18 train accidents leaked hazardous chemicals and led to the evacuation of 200 or more people. Most of those communities had less than 5,000 residents. And in most cases, the closest fire department to each incident was composed of volunteer or mainly volunteer firefighters, NPR found after mapping data from the Federal Railroad Administration and the U.S. Fire Administration.
Firefighters must follow detailed requirements specific to each chemical regarding what equipment they should wear and what distance they should maintain from an accident in order to be safe. It helps when they have hands-on training about how to respond to those kinds of events, indicated Jamie Burgess, who helps lead the hazardous materials training department of the International Association of Fire Fighters. But he believes that type of instruction is uncommon even among professionals.
"The fire service as a whole in the United States is woefully under-trained and woefully under- equipped to respond to a large-scale hazmat incident like this," said Burgess. "Training specific for railroad emergencies is not where it needs to be right now."
Responding to emergencies like the one in East Palestine can be expensive. Norfolk Southern, the railroad company involved with the trains that derailed in Ohio, reimbursed the East Palestine Fire Department for more than $800,000 in equipment used in response to the February accident. That's more than double the amount of money the small fire department received for a whole year from the city, from property and income taxes.
Firefighters can also struggle to access screening and relevant health information after exposure, NPR found.
Five of the train cars involved in the East Palestine accident contained vinyl chloride, a highly toxic chemical known to be linked to liver, brain and blood cancers. At least one car containing the carcinogen was among those that caught fire and emitted their contents as first responders rushed to the scene. Any exposure to vinyl chloride carries a risk of cancer – and the higher the exposure, the higher the risk.
Firefighters who responded in East Palestine are "certainly at risk of having cancers in a few decades," said Dr. Tony Musu, a senior researcher at the European Trade Union Institute, where he has studied chemical risks to workers.
Exactly how much of the chemical workers took into their bodies, however, is unknown – but not because tests to measure it do not exist. There are breath, serum, urine and blood tests available. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) limits exposure for employees who work with the chemical in industrial settings to no more than about the equivalent of a few drops of water inside a standard size bathtub filled to the top. When their exposure passes that low limit, employers are required to physically examine their staff. Serum samples are required to be taken and tested.
The rules that apply to firefighters can seem unclear. In Ohio, firefighters who are government employees must follow federal OSHA regulations because a state program requires it, an OSHA representative confirmed. But other states have devised their own safety regulations that can be different from federal ones. And an OSHA commissioner has said before that the federal rules don't apply to volunteer firefighters. Another group, the National Fire Protection Association, sets broad standards for firefighters across the U.S. Those standards, however, don't address vinyl chloride. The group doesn't set permissible limits or testing levels for exposure to the chemical, a representative confirmed.
Among first responders who work with hazardous materials, there appears to be little knowledge of the tests available to monitor vinyl chloride levels. A director of the International Association of Fire Fighters confirmed he had never heard of a test for vinyl chloride before NPR reporters mentioned it in an interview. And though his team may have been exposed to the hazardous material in February, even the chief of the East Liverpool Fire Department, WIlliam Jones, said he had not heard that a test for vinyl chloride existed before NPR asked him whether he or his firefighters had taken it.
"It's difficult to find answers," Jones wrote to NPR in an email. "It doesn't appear health screening of firefighters and or first responders are on anyone's top priority list right now."
In February, the mayor of East Palestine, Trent Conaway, told The Business Journal of Youngstown, OH, that firefighters from surrounding departments would be tested for heavy metals for the next seven years. But by March, no one had reached out to Jones about that, he said. Jones doesn't anticipate receiving financial help to take care of screenings for his team, and believes the fire department will have to draw from its own funds to pay firefighters to test for a range of potential conditions.
Since tests for vinyl chloride are not accurate if not performed shortly after exposure, those are now of little help to Jones or any of the other firefighters on the scene.
At this point, "that's useless," said Musu. "It makes sense to try to do those tests immediately after the exposure, not one month or two months later."
Norfolk Southern, the rail company worth more than $48 billion, confirmed it did not provide residents from East Palestine with tests for vinyl chloride. A spokesman said that "air monitoring was established quickly following the derailment and never indicated the need for such testing."
The danger of more firefighters being put at risk in another town is high, indicated Burgess, the hazardous materials instructor.
"The training is not there and most definitely the equipment is not there. And quite frankly, the personnel are not there," he said. "Much more needs to be done to prepare firefighters for these types of incidents."
Norfolk Southern has announced it will open a center in the state that will offer free training for first responders in Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Towns elsewhere hoping to also prepare in advance for future derailments might not have access to hazmat route information. Railroad companies have to disclose the routes of trains carrying hazardous materials to the Federal Railroad Administration, but the agency does not share that information publicly. Railroads consider the information to be proprietary, and believe making it public could raise security issues. Though local government officials may request a list of the hazardous materials transported by rail through their communities, the information is shared on a need-to-know basis according to Department of Homeland Security guidance.
The confidentiality of materials transported by rail was called into question after the accident in East Palestine.
"The railroad was not required to notify anyone here in Ohio about what was in the rail cars coming through our state," said Ohio Governor Mark DeWine at a press conference. "Congress needs to take a look at how these things are handled."
Barrie Hardymon edited this story, Monika Evstatieva produced it. Barbara Van Woerkom contributed research. Photo editing by Emily Bogle.
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PHOENIX (AP) — A southwestern Arizona woman who pleaded guilty to illegally collecting four early voting ballots in the 2020 primary election was sentenced to 30 days in jail and two years probation on Thursday, with the judge rejecting her plea for just probation and saying he did not think she accepts responsibility for her criminal act.
The sentence for Guillermina Fuentes, a 66-year-old school board member and former mayor of the small border city of San Luis, caps a lengthy case that caught the eye of investigators the day of the August 2020 primary and eventually led to charges against Fuentes and another San Luis woman.
Republicans who question former President Donald Trump's loss in Arizona and other battleground states seized on the case as evidence of widespread voter fraud, even though it came in the primary and is the sole case of “ballot harvesting” ever prosecuted in the state.
Yuma County Superior Court Judge Roger Nelson told Fuentes that despite a parade of character witnesses and a probation officer who wrote a pre-sentence report saying in court last week that she was remorseful, Nelson said he didn't believe it, and then quoted from the report.
"'The defendant acknowledged responsibility for carrying ballots for someone else however, she stated, ’I’m not a criminal,” Nelson read.
“Well, you are a criminal,” Nelson told her. “You committed a criminal offense. I don’t think you recognize that as a criminal offense. That’s the problem that I have.”
Prosecutors from the Arizona attorney general's office had sought a year in prison for violating a 2016 “ballot harvesting” law that makes it illegal to possess someone else's mail ballots unless they are a family member, housemate or caregiver to the voter.
Fuentes' attorneys had urged Nelson to give her probation and called a parade of character witnesses at a hearing last week who provided glowing reports of her service in the small border city of San Luis, growing a business and becoming a leader, and her remorse for breaking the law.
Nelson praised her for that, but also said it weighed heavily in his decision to send her to jail.
“Many of the things that were put forward as mitigating factors, I think they’re also aggravating factors,” he said. “You have been a leader in the San Luis community for a long time. People look up to you, people respect you, and they look to what you do.”
Fuentes collected the four early voting ballots from acquaintances in San Luis, and gave them to co-defendant Alma Juarez while working a table outside a polling place where she was urging people to vote for a slate of city council candidates. Juarez carried them inside and put them in a ballot drop-off bin.
Juarez pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor in a plea agreement with prosecutors that called for her to get probation. Nelson was not bound by that agreement, but gave her probation and no jail time.
A city council write-in candidate videotaped the exchange outside the polls, and called the sheriff's office. The attorney general's “election integrity” unit quickly took over the investigation.
Prosecutors alleged in court papers that Fuentes ran a sophisticated operation using her status in Democratic politics in San Luis to persuade voters to let her gather and, in some cases, fill out their ballots. But they dropped more serious charges of conspiracy and forgery and both pleaded guilty to a single count of ballot abuse.
Nelson noted the small-town politics in the case and years of rumors that people like Fuentes collected ballots from voters and delivered them to the polls.
“It’s been an issue for a long time, or at least it’s been alleged that it’s an issue, that people vote for others, take their ballots,” Nelson said. “Everybody that’s involved in politics in this area knew that a new law was passed. You certainly knew it, that that law was new, even went up to the Supreme Court.”
Despite efforts by Republicans who have rallied around the possibility of widespread voting fraud in the 2020 election to paint the case as a sign of rampant voting fraud, there’s no sign her illegal ballot collection went beyond the small-town politics Fuentes was involved in.
Assistant Attorney General Todd Lawson told Nelson at a hearing last week that the case is about the security of elections that Fuentes deserved prison.
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ROBERT GLASPER ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE HOSTED BY DAVE CHAPPELLE
PERFORMANCES FROM MAXWELL, THUNDERCAT, FLYING LOTUS
PLUS YASIIN BEY & TALIB KWELI REUNITE BLACK STAR
AND GUESTS ERYKAH BADU, LEDISI AND MANY MORE
Saturday night After-Party features DJ sets from the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Lo Down Loretta Brown aka Erykah Badu
Tickets are on sale April 26 at BlueNoteJazzFestival.com
NAPA VALLEY, Calif., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The debut of the Blue Note Jazz Festival Napa Valley marks the first Blue Note Jazz Festival presented as an outdoor, multi-day and multi-stage event. The especially intimate festival, with limited capacity, will feature top-tier talent at the historic Charles Krug Winery in St. Helena, CA on July 30 and 31.
Grammy Award-winning multi-genre pianist, songwriter, and producer Robert Glasper serves as the Festival's Artist-In-Residence. Glasper's set, hosted by comedian Dave Chappelle, includes performances by special guests Erykah Badu, Ledisi, D Smoke, Terrace Martin, and BJ the Chicago Kid.
"The idea for the Blue Note Jazz Festival Napa Valley came out of Robert Glasper's month longresidency at the Blue Note New York, held each October and dubbed Robtober," says Blue Note Entertainment Group President Steven Bensusan. "Glasper curates a month of shows and collaborations spanning across the genres of jazz, R&B, hip hop, soul and comedy resulting in impromptu performances by celebrities and unannounced special guests. It is our plan to create an outdoor festival style version of Robtober in the spirit of a traditional jazz festival featuring spontaneous collaborations and once in a lifetime improvised performances."
The two-day, three-stage festival will feature performances by Maxwell, yasiin bey & Talib Kweli reuniting as Black Star, Thundercat, Maurice "Mobetta" Brown featuring Anderson.Paak, Flying Lotus, The Soul Rebels featuring GZA & Talib Kweli, Corinne Bailey Rae, Emily King, Keyon Harrold, Domi & JD Beck, Phony PPL, Chief Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott), Derrick Hodge, Th1rt3en (Pharoahe Monch, Daru Jones & Marcus Machado), Butcher Brown, Isaiah Sharkey, and Frédéric Yonnet. Honoring the festival's spirit of collaboration, artists will sit-in on each other's sets.
"I can't wait to hold a festival with some of my favorite artists along with my boy Dave Chappelle in Napa," says Glasper. "On a vineyard with music and wine?! It's going down! Come drink some wine with us!"
Blue Note Jazz Festival Napa Valley will also host a funk-filled after party for attendees on Saturday night, featuring two seasoned crate diggers, the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Lo Down Loretta Brown aka Erykah Badu plus special surprise guests.
"We're honored to present a tastefully curated festival, gathering remarkable and culturally important artists with Robert Glasper as the cornerstone and helm," says Director of Programming and Talent Buyer Alex Kurland. "The programming mirrors the extraordinary depth of Robert's artistry, style and collaborative range, and is in the spirit of his annual residency at the iconic Blue Note New York. Just like at Blue Note, this festival reflects our tradition for bringing the highest caliber of artistry and star power to small-scale settings for a most intimate, high quality experience. Expect the unexpected with spontaneous special moments, and with Dave Chappelle in the house, this festival is bound to be historic."
The Napa Valley outdoor weekend event represents a new audience experience for Blue Note fans by combining a more traditional festival style event with the local wine culture of Napa Valley. The weekend will include food by renowned area restaurants, wine tasting experiences and other VIP add-ons. Two-day passes, priced at $385 for General Admission and $850 for VIP can be purchased at bluenotejazzfestival.com.
During the pandemic Blue Note Napa, operating in the Valley for six years, partnered with Charles Krug Winery to present nearly 40 successful outdoor summer concerts at a time when few were offered. Charles Krug Winery, established in 1861 as the Napa Valley's first winery, is remarkable for its historical significance and character. Blue Note Napa's successful partnership with the winery demonstrated that Charles Krug was a natural fit as the venue for the upcoming festival, which will now use the Winery's entire grounds for the July event.
Blue Note continues to present its popular annual Blue Note Jazz Festival, New York with an array of shows throughout the month of June at venues throughout New York City. A new Miami Beach pop-up festival is also planned across two weeks in June at the city's North Beach Bandshell.
About Blue Note Entertainment Group
Founded in 1981, Blue Note Entertainment Group is a multi-faceted entertainment company that owns, operates, licenses and/or programs Blue Note Jazz Clubs worldwide, including New York, NY; Tokyo, Japan; Milan, Italy; Waikiki, Hawaii; Beijing & Shanghai, China; Napa, California; and Rio de Janeiro & São Paulo, Brazil. The company also owns and operates Sony Hall. Blue Note Entertainment Group presents shows outside of its club network. Blue Note Entertainment Group partners with Blue Note Records and Jazz Cruises to present Blue Note at Sea. The annual Blue Note Jazz Festival was established in 2011 and has since grown to become the largest jazz festival in New York City each June. Subsidiaries of Blue Note Entertainment Group include the GRAMMY®-nominated record label Half Note Records, whose catalog includes over 50 titles recorded live at New York's Blue Note Jazz Club, as well as Blue Note Travel and Management Group.
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WFO NEW YORK CITY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, December 12, 2022
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WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New York NY
340 PM EST Sat Dec 10 2022
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM
EST MONDAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches.
* WHERE...Orange County.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions due to snow covered
roadways, along with reduced visibilities.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Check local Department of Transportation information services for
the latest road conditions.
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NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GO ART is delighted to present the GA Forum & Global Luxury Cultural Awards in New York on July 29th 2022, The sixteenth installment of the global forum, follows the successful discussion on "Synergy between Art and Real Estate" in New York, "Synergy between Architecture and Architecture" in Venice and "Contemporary Urban Culture Sustainability Development", "Contemporary Value and Sustainable Development of Traditional Culture" in Tokyo.
The forum was followed by GA awards ceremony for the international culture awards. "Exclusive Mansion" was awarded the title as Global Ecological Architecture Award 2022
Luca Molinari, a famous architecture critic and one of the judges of this award, said that to achieve the organic combination of natural and cultural environment and social and material environment, it is necessary to make a whole with natural ecology, economic development, infrastructure, public security environment, culture, education and medical conditions on top of the residential function. In the opinion of the organizing committee, Exclusive Mansion not only has a promising social and material environment, but also a great natural and cultural environment.
The forum explored the "Architectural Design and Life Aesthetic" in every aspect of contemporary living, discussed the establishment of a global platform which integrates traditional culture with new materials, technologies and methods of communications. GO ART is the first company in its field in China to incorporate globally-inclusive creative art platform with real estate, corporations and commercial brands.
Currently, GO ART is organizing numerous curatorial projects focused on the Classical Gardens of Suzhou, a group of gardens in Suzhou region in China. The Suzhou Gardens have been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List and are acknowledged to be gardening masterpieces and peak of the development of Chinese garden art.
GO ART hosts numerous international activities such as the GA Forum & Global Luxury Cultural Awards which aim to establish cultural exchange and cooperation among various institutions involving garden-lovers from around the world, striving to provide diversified clues for the study and exploration of the ancient arts sublimely manifested by the Classical Gardens of Suzhou. Forum panelists discuss developing contemporary projects with international influence across multiple dimensions based on the core value of traditional culture. GA Awards with 10 committee members as the jury, are awarded to projects which use modern ways to express the essence of Chinese traditional culture. The program of awards ceremony, talks and panel discussions brought together innovators, artists, designer and architects who adopt this principle in their practice; connoisseurship and collaboration in today's global cultural environment. GO ART is launching a movement to encourage the culture of supporting art.
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NEWARK, Calif., May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Protagonist Therapeutics (Nasdaq: PTGX) ("Protagonist" or "the Company") today announced that additional data from the REVIVE study of rusfertide in polycythemia vera will be presented in two posters at the annual Congress of the European Hematology Association (EHA), taking place June 8-11, 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany and virtually through June 15, 2023.
Details are as follows:
Title: Rusfertide (PTG-300) improves polycythemia vera (PV) related symptoms in PV patients
Abstract Code: P1016
Presenting Author: Andrew Kuykendall, M.D., Assistant Member, Department of Malignant Hematology, Moffitt Cancer Center
Session Date and Time: Friday, June 9, 18:00-19:00 CEST
Title: Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic effects of rusfertide in polycythemia vera: Results from an ongoing Phase 2 study in patients with elevated hematocrit values
Abstract Code: P1048
Presenting Author: Marina Kremyanskaya, M.D., Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Session Date and Time: Friday, June 9, 18:00-19:00 CEST
Full abstract information can be found on the EHA 2023 Hybrid Congress website at https://ehaweb.org/congress/eha2023-hybrid-congress/eha2023/.
About Protagonist
Protagonist Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company with peptide-based new chemical entities rusfertide and JNJ-2113 (formerly PN-235) in advanced stages of clinical development, both derived from the Company's proprietary technology platform. Rusfertide, a mimetic of the natural hormone hepcidin, is the Company's lead drug candidate currently in a global Phase 3 stage of development. The REVIVE study is now complete, with an open-label extension underway. The global Phase 3 VERIFY study of rusfertide in polycythemia vera is ongoing. Protagonist retains all worldwide development and commercialization rights to rusfertide.
Positive topline results from the FRONTIER 1 study of JNJ-2113 in moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis became available in March 2023, with further details to be shared at medical meetings starting in the second quarter of 2023. Advancement of JNJ-2113 into a Phase 3 study and meeting the primary endpoint in that study would qualify Protagonist for milestone payments of $50 million and $115 million, respectively. In total, Protagonist remains eligible for up to $855 million in various milestone payments and tiered royalties based on worldwide net drug sales.
More information on Protagonist, its pipeline drug candidates and clinical studies can be found on the Company's website at protagonist-inc.com.
Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding our intentions or current expectations concerning, among other things, our expectations regarding our cash runway, and potential benefits of rusfertide and JNJ-2113. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "may," "will," "expect," or the negative or plural of these words or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those anticipated, including, but not limited to, our ability to develop and commercialize our product candidates, delays or difficulties in enrolling or completing clinical studies, the potential that results from clinical or non-clinical studies indicate our compounds or product candidates are unsafe or ineffective, dependence on third parties to conduct clinical studies and manufacture our products, our ability to earn milestone payments under our collaboration agreement with Janssen Biotech, the impact of the current COVID-19 pandemic on our discovery and development efforts, impact of natural disasters and the impact of the ongoing military conflict in Ukraine and Russia on any future studies, our ability to use and expand our programs to build a pipeline of product candidates, our ability to obtain and maintain regulatory approval of our product candidates, our ability to operate in a competitive industry and compete successfully against competitors that have greater resources than we do, and our ability to obtain and adequately protect intellectual property rights for our product candidates. Additional information concerning these and other risk factors affecting our business can be found in our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including under the heading "Risk Factors" contained in our most recently filed periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and our actual results of operations, financial condition and liquidity, and the development of the industry in which we operate, may differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. Any forward-looking statements that we make in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release. We assume no obligation to update our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date of this press release.
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Memorial Day Weekend Forecast
We are going to gradually warm things up as we move into & through Memorial Day Weekend. Highs area-wide will be well into the upper 70s Friday & Saturday, with the lower 80s more common Sunday & Memorial Day itself. This will also be the case if you have plans to head up north this weekend, with sunshine staying put as well. Locally, we may see a stray, pop-up shower or two Sunday & possibly Memorial Day afternoon, however our greater rain chances look to hold off until the middle of next week. | https://www.kaaltv.com/kaal-weather/memorial-day-weekend-forecast/ | 2023-05-24 11:23:08 | 1 | https://www.kaaltv.com/kaal-weather/memorial-day-weekend-forecast/ |
FORT KNOX, Ky. (WETM) — The remains of a soldier from Buffalo killed during the Korean War are to be buried in Elmira this month after going unidentified for nearly 70 years.
Buffalo native and Army Cpl. Robert C. Agard Jr. was a member of the 2nd Platoon, 24th Reconnaissance Company, 24th Infantry Division when he was reported missing in action on July 19, 1950, at the age of 19. At the time he was conducting a night recon patrol with his unit near Taejon, South Korea. He was reportedly never found, nor were any of the remains recovered identified as Agard, and in January of 1956, he was declared non-recoverable.
In December of 1950, Agard’s remains were unofficially located but were designated ‘Unknown X-311 Taejon,’ as they were unidentifiable at the time. The remains were found near Dawbyeol-dong, a village near Taejon, along with the remains of two members of Agard’s unit.
The remains of X-311 were unable to be identified and were transported with all of the unidentified Korean War remains and buried as unknowns at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu.
On June 10, 2019, X-311 was brought up from the unknown grave as part of the Korean War Identification Project. The remains were transferred to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Laboratory at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.
Agard’s remains were officially identified on September 29, 2020, using circumstantial evidence, along with dental, anthropological and mitochondrial DNA analysis.
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LONDON (AP) — Previously-unseen home movies from Queen Elizabeth II's personal archive — including footage capturing the monarch as a young mother and her beaming at her engagement ring — will be shown in a new documentary, the BBC said Sunday.
The queen granted the broadcaster unprecedented access to hundreds of home movies shot by her, her parents and her late husband Prince Philip, as part of celebrations for her upcoming Platinum Jubilee, honoring her 70 years on the throne.
The videos record the queen's life from when she was a baby in a pram to her coronation in 1953.
One clip captured the first extended visit of Philip to Balmoral Castle in Scotland in 1946, before his engagement to Elizabeth was made public. The footage depicts a beaming Princess Elizabeth showing off her engagement ring to the camera.
Philip and Elizabeth wed in November 1947 and were married for 73 years, until Philip's death last April just a few months before his 100th birthday.
Simon Young, the BBC’s commissioning editor for history, said the broadcaster was honored to have access to the queen's personal film collection.
“This documentary is an extraordinary glimpse into a deeply personal side of the royal family that is rarely seen, and it’s wonderful to be able to share it with the nation as we mark her Platinum Jubilee," he said.
“Elizabeth: The Unseen Queen” will air in the U.K. on May 29, ahead of a week of national celebrations to mark the queen's 70 years on the throne.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla.-based, award-winning general contractor, has broken ground and started construction on Waterleaf at Salt Creek, an upscale multifamily development in Savannah, GA. The project is part of the Berwick master planned community along US Highway 17.
The developer for Waterleaf at Salt Creek is Graycliff Capital. Waterleaf at Salt Creek is scheduled for completion in Spring 2024.
"Savannah is a beautiful area that continues to grow and attract new residents," shared James Pyle, LandSouth President and CEO. "LandSouth is thrilled to work with Graycliff Capital on Waterleaf at Salt Creek to bring high-end, luxury multifamily living to the Savannah area."
Robert Kovacs will serve as the LandSouth project manager for Waterleaf at Salt Creek. Matt Wellman is the superintendent for the project. SGA Narmour Wright Design is the architecture firm for Waterleaf at Salt Creek.
Waterleaf at Salt Creek will be a garden-style development and will have 14 buildings, with a mixture of one, two, three, and four stories. Two buildings will have elevators, and the development will have a total of 252 units. Residents will be able to choose from ten different floor plans, ranging from one to three bedrooms. The units range from 833 square feet to 1,624 square feet. Waterleaf at Salt Creek will also offer several amenities to future residents, including a 5,748 square-foot clubhouse, a pool with a cabana, carwash, and dog wash areas. Waterleaf at Salt Creek is close to downtown Savannah, as well as Forsyth Park, Wormslow historic site, the Savannah Ogeechee Museum, Hunter Army Field, and Old Fort Jackson.
"We're excited to get started on Waterleaf at Salt Creek," stated Robert Kovacs, the LandSouth project manager. "This new development will offer the best that LandSouth and Graycliff Capital provides in luxury, multifamily living to the fast-growing Savannah area."
LandSouth will employ its unique integrated construction approach to build Waterleaf at Salt Creek. Service components work together to provide seamless delivery through proven procedures, systems, and technology.
LandSouth Construction, the Southeast's premier general contractor, specializing in multifamily, senior living, and mixed-use development, was named one of Engineering News Record's Top 400. Since 1998 LandSouth has transformed ideas into best–in–class communities. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla. LandSouth has completed more than 25,000 multifamily units. For more information, call LandSouth's Kaley Robinson, (904) 760-3188, or visit www.landsouth.com.
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SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Hydroelectric turbines may stop turning. Las Vegas and Phoenix may be forced to restrict water usage or growth. Farmers might cease growing some crops, leaving fields of lettuce and melons to turn to dust.
Those are a few of the dire consequences that could result if states, cities and farms across the American West cannot agree on how to cut the amount of water they draw from the Colorado River.
Yet for years, seven states that depend on the river have allowed more water to be taken from it than nature can replenish. Despite widespread recognition of the crisis, the states missed a deadline this week to propose major cuts that the federal government has said are necessary.
And again, the government failed to force harsh decisions and stopped short of imposing the cuts on its own, despite previous threats to do so.
Any unilateral action from federal officials would likely move conversations from negotiating tables to courtrooms and delay action even longer.
The river, which cascades from the Rockies down to the deserts of the Southwest, quenches the thirst of 40 million people in the U.S. and Mexico and sustains a $15 billion-a-year agricultural industry.
But for a century, agreements governing how it's shared have been based on faulty assumptions about how much water is available. With climate change making the region hotter and drier, that discrepancy is becoming impossible to ignore.
Lake Powell and Lake Mead, the two largest reservoirs that hold Colorado River water, have fallen to dangerously low levels faster than anyone expected. The decline threatens to disrupt hydroelectric power production and water sent to cities and farms.
Though everyone agrees the stakes are high, states and the U.S. government have struggled to reach a consensus on what to do.
People have "been hoping to stave off this day," said Felicia Marcus, a former top water official in California, which holds the largest right to the river's water. “But now I think we can’t expect Mother Nature to bail us out next year. The time for some of these really hard decisions is now."
The river is also tapped by Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Mexico and some tribes.
For years, officials have issued warnings about the state of the river, but also reassured people that the system won't crash. That two-part message was front and center this week, when the states failed to meet a deadline set by the Bureau of Reclamation for them to propose 15% to 30% cuts to their water use.
As the deadline passed Tuesday, the potentially dramatic moment amounted to a shrug. Officials said they still have faith the states will reach a deal if given more time.
Visiting California the next day, Reclamation Commissioner Camille Touton repeatedly dodged questions about what might happen next. She’s given no specifics about what the bureau’s more aggressive actions might look like, or when they might happen.
The federal government, she said, “is ready to move forward on our own.” But officials "will continue to talk to everybody about what the process is.”
Not everyone is satisfied with that approach.
“I’m asking them to at least lay out very clearly how that threat will be imposed,” Southern Nevada Water Authority General Manager John Entsminger said.
Entsminger and his counterparts in Arizona, Utah and California, as well as local officials in and around Phoenix, also repeated what has become a common refrain: They said they were gravely concerned about river’s future, yet wanted to reassure their water users that the river won't stop flowing imminently.
“This is not a situation where people should be concerned about, you know, water running out in days or weeks or even months. But it’s very clear that this entire river system is experiencing something that’s never happened before," said Wade Crowfoot, California's natural resources secretary.
The cuts would force hard decisions about who has to live with less. Water bills could rise as states tap other sources and adopt technology such as wastewater recycling to make up the difference.
In some places, officials have voluntarily implemented strict conservation measures, including limiting lawn watering and paying farmers not to plant fields, even banning new water hookups. The climate legislation signed Tuesday by President Joe Biden provides $4 billion that could be used to pay Colorado River users to cut back, but it's not clear how that would work.
The river’s shrinkage has inflamed tensions between Rocky Mountain states and their downstream neighbors over who should shoulder the burden. It also pits growing cities against agricultural regions.
In Pinal County, Arizona, Kelly Anderson grows specialty crops for the flower industry and leases land to alfalfa farmers whose crops feed cattle at nearby dairy farms. He expects about half of the area to go unplanted next year, after farmers in the region lose all access to the river.
Though farmers use most of the water, they have less wiggle room to conserve than cities, which can more easily recycle water or tap other sources. The river is a lifeblood in places like California’s Imperial Valley, which grows vegetables like broccoli, onions and carrots. Water shortages could send ripple effects throughout the food system.
States aren’t the only ones at the table. Native American tribes hold some of the oldest water rights and occupy a unique position in negotiations because the federal government is required to protect their interests.
The Colorado River Indian Tribes along the Arizona-California border have contributed water to boost Lake Mead in the past. They could be called on again.
“Our senior rights do not mean we can or should sit on the sidelines,” Colorado River Indian Tribes Chairwoman Amelia Flores said. “We won’t let this river die."
Upper basin states — Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Wyoming — argue that they shouldn’t face cuts because they historically haven't used all the water they were promised a century ago.
They want to protect their share in anticipation of population growth and haven't pursued policies that save water as much as states like Arizona and Nevada.
Zach Frankel, executive director of the Utah Rivers Council, said many in the Rockies cling to an erroneous belief that their water rights are safe, cuts will continue to hit their downstream neighbors and one wet winter could reverse the river's decline.
“If we don’t agree about what the crisis is, we’re not going to have the impetus to come up with a solution,” he said.
Arizona, Nevada and California say they're willing to put water or money on the table, but so far that hasn't been enough to yield an agreement.
A growing chorus of veteran officials and environmental advocates say both the states and the federal government are sending muddled messages by stressing the gravity of the situation yet delaying meaningful action.
James Eklund, an attorney and former director of the Upper Colorado River Commission, said the shrinking reservoirs present an opportunity to rethink how to manage the river and incentivize conservation — if only officials will take it.
Bureaucrats, he said, continue to think they can postpone changes. The problem is "that doesn’t really work here because no action means we’re driving toward a cliff."
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Pet-Wellness Franchise to Expand into Midwest with Clinics Coming to Greater Detroit Area
DETROIT, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PetWellClinic, one of America's fastest-growing pet-wellness franchise brands, announced today its expansion into the Midwest, specifically the greater Detroit area, following the signing of a 10-unit deal. The first-of-its-kind agreement in Michigan is spearheaded by Detroit-natives and cousins Jake Atchoo and Blake George. The duo are no strangers to the world of franchising and come from a long line of entrepreneurs which inspired them to continue the tradition of business ownership and expand their business portfolios.
Atchoo and George are already deeply involved in the franchise industry as they own and operate three Goldfish Swim Schools. The schools have proven successful over the years, with one of their locations winning School of the Year. The cousins say while they're still heavily involved in the Goldfish Swim School operations and new area developments, they're excited to take what they've learned and apply it to their next journey in franchising through PetWellClinic.
"Bringing PetWellClinic to the Detroit area is personal for us. Similar to those at Goldfish Swim School, we see the passion clients and workers in this industry have for their pets," said Atchoo. "The majority of families in the U.S. have a dog or cat, so investing in PetWellClinic was a no-brainer when we saw the value it could bring to our home community. Not only is the concept saving pet owners precious time and money, but these ten clinics will also help provide a plethora of employment opportunities to the area."
George is a graduate of nearby Michigan State University (MSU) in East Lansing, which happens to be one of the top veterinary schools in the country. With the deal slated to bring an anticipated 100+ jobs to the market, he says these new PetWellClinics are sure to help MSU grads looking to launch their careers and stay in Michigan.
"PetWellClinic offers a career option for those in the veterinary field who are seeking more work-life balance with normal operating hours, and less burnout," said George. "In providing services that can otherwise backlog traditional veterinary clinics, PetWellClinic is the perfect complement to other vets in the area, helping prevent pet owners from having to sit through an hours-long wait at a walk-in clinic or wait weeks to schedule an appointment."
PetWellClinic offers a walk-in environment providing preventative care for pets, such as general check-ups, vaccinations, and treatments of minor ailments and chronic conditions. For their first locations, Atchoo and George are targeting the Tri-County area, specifically Royal Oak, Sterling Heights, and Farmington Hills/West Bloomfield, with plans to expand as far east as Ann Arbor in the coming years. They are actively seeking veterinarians and vet assistants looking to work for a mission-driven company that offers stable hours.
Each PetWellClinic location utilizes a proprietary veterinary software program designed by Dr. Sam Meisler for seamless clinic processes and to maximize efficiency throughout the day. The locations are designed for complete transparency and openness, so clients can see everything that is happening, from the front of the clinic to the back.
For more information about PetWellClinic franchise opportunities, please visit www.petwellfranchise.com or contact Joe Sexton at joseph@oakscale.com. PetWellClinic has partnered with Oakscale, to lead franchise development efforts for the brand. For more information about Oakscale, please visit www.oakscale.com.
PetWellClinic is a walk-in veterinary clinic, providing excellent preventative, wellness and sick care for dogs and cats on an on-demand basis. There is no need for an appointment because PetWellClinic's technology, design, and operational systems provide customers with a modern-day experience in an antiquated industry. PetWellClinic recently began franchising after the success of its company-owned operations in Knoxville, Tennessee, and currently has over 100 units in development.
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Pinellas County updates evacuation zones for nearly 48,000 households ahead of hurricane season
CLEARWATER, Fla. - Nearly 48,000 Pinellas County households will have a new evacuation zone this hurricane season, and officials are urging residents to check their zones.
The county’s Emergency Management updated the zones, adding that it’s all based on the latest storm surge data models from the National Hurricane Center, along with more accurate elevation data. The changes impact about 93,000 residents.
Officials say knowing your evacuation zone is one of the most important steps in preparing for hurricane season.
Once you know your risk, you can make a plan for what you and your family will do if Pinellas County is in the cone of uncertainty.
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Musk’s Twitter dissolves Trust and Safety Council
(AP) - Elon Musk’s Twitter has dissolved its Trust and Safety Council, the advisory group of nearly 100 independent civil, human rights and other organizations that the company formed in 2016 to address hate speech, child exploitation, suicide, self-harm and other problems on the platform.
The council had been scheduled to meet with Twitter representatives on Monday night. But Twitter informed the group via email that it was disbanding it shortly before the meeting was to take place, according to multiple members.
The council members, who provided images of the email from Twitter to The Associated Press, spoke on the condition of anonymity due to fears of retaliation.
“Our work to make Twitter a safe, informative place will be moving faster and more aggressively than ever before and we will continue to welcome your ideas going forward about how to achieve this goal,” said the email, which was signed “Twitter.”
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The Global Lifestyle Brand Tops List of Upper Upscale Hotels
ORLANDO, Fla., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts ranks first among Upper Upscale Hotel Brands*, according to the J.D. Power 2023 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index (NAGSI) Study, released today. The annual study analyzes over 33,754 guest responses to survey questions and benchmarks 102 hospitality companies across nine market segments to measure guest satisfaction, advocacy, and loyalty.
"It is an honor to have Margaritaville ranked #1 in guest satisfaction" said Dan Leonard, President of Hospitality at Margaritaville. "We are proud of the team members across our properties that work to make the traveler experience unique and memorable. They are true ambassadors of the Margaritaville state of mind and aim to create an environment for our guests that is synonymous with high-quality fun and escapism. This award is a reflection of those collective efforts."
With an array of offerings in its rapidly-expanding portfolio, Margaritaville reaches consumers across the U.S. and beyond who are looking to be transported to a vacation state of mind, regardless of their current latitude. The brand features over 40 lodging locations across boutique hotels, all-inclusive resorts, branded real estate, RV destinations, gaming properties and a cruise line. In addition to restaurants and consumer lifestyle products, the brand also recently introduced the License to Chill Podcast on SiriusXM, home to Radio Margaritaville, and the title sponsorship of Major League Pickleball, branding the league MLP by Margaritaville.
For more information on the J.D. Power 2023 North America Guest Satisfaction Study, visit here. To learn more about Margaritaville, visit www.margaritaville.com.
*Tied in 2023. For J.D. Power 2023 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.
About Margaritaville
Margaritaville, a state of mind since 1977, is a global lifestyle brand inspired by Jimmy Buffett, whose songs evoke a passion for tropical escape and relaxation.
Margaritaville features over 40 lodging locations and over 20 additional projects in the pipeline positioned across a variety of full-service and boutique hotel and resort brands, branded real estate, premium RV destinations, and gaming properties, all complemented by an extensive suite of food and beverage concepts, including Margaritaville Restaurant, award-winning JWB Prime Steak and Seafood, 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, and LandShark Bar & Grill. Hotel brands include Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts, Compass by Margaritaville, Margaritaville Beach House, Margaritaville St. Somewhere, and the all-inclusive product, Margaritaville Island Reserve. Further elevating experiences, Margaritaville's branded real estate includes Latitude Margaritaville, "55 and better" active adult brand; Margaritaville Cottages, Villas and Residences; One Particular Harbour Margaritaville; and Margaritaville Vacation Club by Wyndham.
The newest brand additions to Margaritaville's properties includes the rapidly-growing Camp Margaritaville RV Resorts and Margaritaville at Sea, which debuted in 2022 with its first ship, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise. Additionally, consumers can escape every day through a collection of lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, frozen concoction makers, home décor, a SiriusXM radio station, and more.
More than 20 million travelers and consumers every year change their latitude and attitude with Margaritaville. For more information, visit www.margaritaville.com and follow Margaritaville on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About J.D. Power
J.D. Power is a global leader in consumer insights, advisory services and data and analytics. A pioneer in the use of big data, artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic modeling capabilities to understand consumer behavior, J.D. Power has been delivering incisive industry intelligence on customer interactions with brands and products for more than 50 years. The world's leading businesses across major industries rely on J.D. Power to guide their customer-facing strategies.
J.D. Power has offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. To learn more about the company's business offerings, visit JDPower.com/business. The J.D. Power auto shopping tool can be found at JDPower.com.
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Which kids’ thermos is best?
Whether it’s homemade soup, stew or mac and cheese, you don’t want your child’s hot food to be cold when it’s time for lunch. Using a thermos that comes in fun colors and prints is the best way to ensure their meal is still appealing to them several hours after you pack it. There are also thermoses with straws that can keep beverages like milk and water chilled all day.
The best kids’ thermos to store food in is the DaCool Insulated Lunch Container. It comes with a fold-up spoon and can maintain an internal temperature for up to 12 hours.
What to know before you buy a kids’ thermos
Kids’ thermos types
Kids’ thermoses come in two types: bottles and jars.
- Bottles are meant to hold your kids’ drinks, no matter the temperature, such as milk and hot chocolate.
- Jars are much squatter than bottles and are meant to hold foods of any temperature. Their wide bodies and mouths make it easy for children to eat from them directly, and many include foldable spoons that can be stored in or on the jar.
Size and capacity
Kids’ thermos sizes and capacities are relatively narrow.
- Size: Size is a combination of type and capacity. The biggest concern with sizing is whether it fits in your or your child’s bag. Otherwise, size is one of the least important factors.
- Capacity: Kids’ thermos capacities are much smaller than adults — typically between 7-16 ounces or a little more. Jars tend to have lower capacities than bottles.
What to look for in a quality kids’ thermos
Insulation
Insulation is not made equally in kids’ thermoses despite it being the most important factor. Some can only keep foods hot or cold for a few hours, others can maintain their temperature for almost an entire day.
Insulation quality is often given in terms of time, with hot times always being shorter than cold times. The best hot times are roughly 6-8 hours while the best cold time are roughly 8-12 hours. Make sure your prospective thermos has at least 4 hours of insulation for both hot and cold.
Ease of use
Older kids can typically use any kids’ thermos without issue, but younger kids can struggle. The best kids thermoses for the youngsters are those with lids that aren’t too tight and are small enough overall to be comfortably held. Some kids’ thermoses have handles on the sides for the especially young.
Design
Kids’ thermoses are often placed in the lunchbox for school, so it’s important for your child to have a thermos design they can be happy about and proud of. Listen to what your child likes or have them share the shopping experience with you as a bonding activity.
How much you can expect to spend on a kids’ thermos
Kids’ thermoses typically cost $10-$30. The largest and those with the most attractive designs or included accessories start around $20. Everything else is roughly $15-$20.
Kids’ thermos FAQ
How long can foods and drinks stay safely inside a kids’ thermos?
A. That depends mainly on the temperature of the food. For hot foods, anything that has dropped below 140 degrees for two hours or more should be disposed of to be safe. For cold drinks, such as milk, anything that has warmed up to and above 40 degrees for two hours or more should be disposed of.
How should I wash a kids’ thermos?
A. Technically, many kids thermoses can be washed safely in the dishwasher. However, many dishwasher-safe thermoses with special designs can have their designs damaged in the dishwasher. So, it’s typically best to wash your kids thermoses by hand no matter what.
How can I get rid of stains and smells from a kids’ thermos?
A. Thankfully, it’s simple. Just add 1 teaspoon of baking soda and half a cup of white vinegar to the thermos before filling it the rest of the way with boiling water and let it sit for roughly 10 minutes. Drain it, scrub any remnants out with a soft sponge and give it a good rinse. The lid and any other parts are cleaned similarly, only they need to soak in a small separate container.
What’s the best kids’ thermos to buy?
Top kids’ thermos
DaCool Insulated Lunch Container
What you need to know: It’s effective and affordable.
What you’ll love: It’s available in 16- or 24-ounce sizes and in five colors, including pink and light blue. The wide opening makes it easy for kids to eat straight from the container but the lid can also double as a bowl. It’s PVC- and BPA-free.
What you should consider: Younger kids have been reported by consumers to struggle with opening the lid. Each piece, including the spoon, isn’t dishwasher-safe.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top kids’ thermos for the money
Mira Insulated Stainless Steel Lunch Thermos
What you need to know: It’s got a simple design enjoyed by younger and older kids alike.
What you’ll love: It comes individually in eight colors or in a two-pack with three color pair options. It keeps foods hot for up to five hours or cold for up to 10 hours. The stainless steel construction is durable enough to handle drops and spills.
What you should consider: This is another thermos with a tight lid that kids can struggle with opening. It’s smaller than most thermoses at 13 1/2 ounces.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: It comes from the brand that started it all.
What you’ll love: This Thermos thermos can hold 12 ounces of cold drinks and maintain its temperature for up to 12 hours. It comes in 48 designs and can also be purchased with a hot food jar. It has a hygienic pop-up straw that stays hidden when not needed.
What you should consider: Some purchasers had issues with leakage. Some of the designs can be scratched off easily. It’s only for cold drinks and needs to be hand-washed.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
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NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Verrica Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRCA) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: May 28, 2021 to May 24, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 5, 2022
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Verrica Pharmaceuticals, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) there were manufacturing deficiencies at the facility where Verrica's contract manufacturer produced a bulk solution for the Company's lead product candidate, VP-102; (2) these deficiencies were not remediated when Verrica resubmitted its New Drug Application for VP-12 for molluscum; (3) the foregoing presented significant risks to Verrica obtaining regulatory approval of VP-102 for molluscum; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Verrica you have until August 5, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Verrica securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the VRCA lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/verrica-pharmaceuticals-inc-loss-submission-form?id=30427&from=4.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Investigators say a broken part prevented pilots of a Delta plane from lowering the nose landing gear before landing last month in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The National Transportation Safety Board said Tuesday that it sent the fractured part, called a lock link, to its laboratory for examination as it investigates the June 28 incident.
The NTSB said when the upper lock link broke, it allowed the lower lock link to swing down and prevent the landing gear assembly from moving.
Maintenance records for the Boeing 717 have been “quarantined and will be subject to review,” the NTSB said. The plane was built in 2000, according to Federal Aviation Administration records.
The NTSB said the pilots of the flight from Atlanta tried several times to lower the landing gear while they circled the Charlotte airport twice to trouble-shoot the problem. Air traffic controllers told the crew they couldn’t see the nose wheel.
The pilots were able to land the plane safely, sliding to a stop on the runway. There were no reports of injuries among the 99 passengers and five crew members, who evacuated on slides, but the plane sustained substantial damage. | https://www.kron4.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-investigators-say-a-broken-part-in-the-landing-gear-prevented-a-delta-plane-from-landing-normally/ | 2023-07-12 06:33:08 | 1 | https://www.kron4.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-investigators-say-a-broken-part-in-the-landing-gear-prevented-a-delta-plane-from-landing-normally/ |
BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. (AP) — A woman who was arrested for feeding homeless people in northwest Arizona is suing over a local ordinance that regulates food-sharing events in public parks.
Norma Thornton, 78, became the first person arrested under Bullhead City's ordinance in March for distributing prepared food from a van at Bullhead Community Park. Her lawyer said the lawsuit, filed Tuesday, is part of a nationwide effort to let people feed those in need.
Criminal charges against Thornton were eventually dropped, but she's seeking an injunction to stop the city from enforcing the ordinance that took effect in May 2021.
“Bullhead City has criminalized kindness,” Thornton’s attorney Suranjan San told Phoenix TV station KPHO. “The City Council passed an ordinance that makes it a crime punishable by four months imprisonment to share food in public parks for charitable purposes.”
Bullhead City Mayor Tom Brady said the ordinance applies only to public parks. He said churches, clubs and private properties are free to serve food to the homeless without a permit.
Thornton owned a restaurant for many years before retiring in Arizona and said she wanted to use her cooking skills to help the less fortunate.
“I have always believed that when you have plenty, you should share,” Thornton said.
According to the Mohave Valley Daily News, Thornton said she has continued to feed people in need from private property not far from Community Park. | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Woman-sues-over-ban-on-feeding-homeless-people-in-17537022.php | 2022-10-26 23:50:29 | 1 | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Woman-sues-over-ban-on-feeding-homeless-people-in-17537022.php |
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis sought to encourage his embattled child protection advisory board Friday, following weeks of turmoil sparked by the latest resignation of a founding member and fresh questions about its direction.
Francis urged his Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors to pursue a “spirituality of reparation” with abuse survivors and build a culture of safeguarding to prevent priests from raping and molesting children.
In particular, he praised the commission’s efforts to establish church child protection programs in Asia, Africa and Latin America, where there is less funding than in the U.S. and Europe.
“It is not right that the most prosperous areas of the world should have well-trained and well-funded safeguarding programs, where victims and their families are respected, while in other parts of the world they suffer in silence, perhaps rejected or stigmatized when they try to come forward to tell of the abuse they have suffered,” Francis said.
Francis announced the creation of the commission in 2013 to provide best-practices advice on combatting abuse in the church. The commission has gone through several iterations in the decade since, most significantly with resignations of members frustrated by the resistance of the Vatican bureaucracy to its recommendations and exasperated about the commission’s unclear mandate and model.
The latest departure was the Rev. Hans Zollner, a German Jesuit who runs a child protection institute at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. In a blistering statement March 29 announcing his resignation, Zollner identified a series of internal problems in the commission that he said made it impossible for him to remain.
He cited a lack of financial accountability, lack of transparency about decision-making and lack of clarity about what members are supposed to do and how they’re appointed. Zollner’s criticisms underscored broader questions about the purpose and direction of the commission, which has never found its place in a Vatican bureaucracy inherently resistant to change and defensive in particular about the abuse dossier.
Francis recently moved the commission under the auspices of the Vatican’s Dicastery (department) for the Doctrine of the Faith in a bid to give it institutional legitimacy. But even that has created problems. Critics note that placing the commission under the Dicastery, where all abuse cases are processed, was akin to putting a victim’s advocacy group inside a federal court.
The commission, headed by Boston Cardinal Sean O’Malley, has recently moved into new, fancy quarters in a downtown Rome palazzo which it hopes will be used as a place for victims to be heard and welcomed.
In addition, O’Malley told Francis on Friday that the commission had created a fund of 3 million euros to provide safeguarding resources to poorer churches in the developing world.
The bulk of that funding, some 2.5 million euros, has come from the Italian Bishops’ Conference, which has been criticized repeatedly for its own failures to punish predator priests in Italy and the bishops who shield them.
Francis acknowledged the sex abuse scandal had undermined the church’s ability to do its core job of spreading the Gospel.
“A culture of safeguarding will only take root if there is a pastoral conversion in this regard among the church’s leaders,” he said. | https://www.wane.com/news/national-world/ap-international/pope-seeks-to-encourage-abuse-prevention-board-amid-turmoil/ | 2023-05-05 16:19:41 | 0 | https://www.wane.com/news/national-world/ap-international/pope-seeks-to-encourage-abuse-prevention-board-amid-turmoil/ |
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A man who spent more than 38 years behind bars for a 1983 murder and two attempted murders has been released from a California prison after long-untested DNA evidence pointed to a different person, the Los Angeles County district attorney said Friday.
The conviction of Maurice Hastings, 69, and a life sentence were vacated during an Oct. 20 court hearing at the request of prosecutors and his lawyers from the Los Angeles Innocence Project at California State University, Los Angeles.
“I prayed for many years that this day would come,” Hastings said at a news conference Friday, adding: “I am not pointing fingers; I am not standing up here a bitter man, but I just want to enjoy my life now while I have it.”
“What has happened to Mr. Hastings is a terrible injustice,” District Attorney George Gascón said in a statement. “The justice system is not perfect, and when we learn of new evidence which causes us to lose confidence in a conviction, it is our obligation to act swiftly.”
The victim in the case, Roberta Wydermyer, was sexually assaulted and killed by a single gunshot to the head, authorities said. Her body was found in the trunk of her vehicle in the Los Angeles suburb of Inglewood.
Hastings was charged with special-circumstance murder and the district attorney’s office sought the death penalty but the jury deadlocked. A second jury convicted him and he was sentenced in 1988 to life in prison without possibility of parole.
Hastings has maintained he was innocent since the time of his arrest.
At the time of the victim’s autopsy, the coroner conducted a sexual assault examination and semen was detected in an oral swab, the district attorney’s statement said.
Hastings sought DNA testing in 2000 but at that time the DA’s office denied the request. Hastings submitted a claim of innocence to the DA’s Conviction Integrity Unit last year and DNA testing last June found that the semen was not his.
The DNA profile was put into a state database this month and was matched to a person who was convicted of an armed kidnapping in which a female victim was placed in a vehicle’s trunk as well as the forced oral copulation of a woman.
That suspect, whose name was not released, died in prison in 2020.
The district attorney’s office said it is working with police to further investigate the involvement of the dead person in the case. | https://www.kxnet.com/news/national-news/ap-dna-evidence-frees-california-man-imprisoned-for-decades/ | 2022-10-29 11:16:25 | 0 | https://www.kxnet.com/news/national-news/ap-dna-evidence-frees-california-man-imprisoned-for-decades/ |
Russian fighters have made further inroads into Bakhmut's northern suburbs, prompting Ukrainian units to destroy two critical bridges outside the city in the past 36 hoursImage: Aris Messinis/AFP/Getty Images
Ukraine updates: Bakhmut residents flee as Russia presses in
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Capturing the key city would give Moscow a rare battlefield gain after months of setbacks. But Kyiv says Russia is losing hundreds of fighters every day in Bakhmut. DW rounds up the latest.
According to the AP, a pontoon bridge was set up by Ukrainian soldiers to help the few remaining residents reach the nearby village of Khromove. The agency said its team later saw at least five houses on fire after attacks in Khromove.
On Saturday, a British intelligence update said Russian fighters made further inroads into Bakhmut's northern suburbs, prompting Ukrainian units to destroy two critical bridges outside the city in the past 36 hours.
One of these bridges links Bakhmut to the nearby town of Chasiv Yar, along the last remaining Ukrainian resupply route, the British report said.
The Institute for the Study of War, a Washington-based think tank, has suggested that Ukrainian troops are preparing to withdraw from the key eastern stronghold.
But Ukraine's Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov told the German newspaper Bild am Sonntag that Russia's losses in Bakhmut "run to 500 killed and wounded every day."
The Russian soldiers were just "cannon fodder" in the "meat grinder tactics" used by Moscow, he said.
The Ukrainian defense chief said Moscow was making efforts to capture Bakhmut because it held "a symbolic place for the Russians."
Capturing Bakhmut would not only give Russian fighters a rare battlefield gain after months of setbacks, but could also rupture Ukraine's supply lines, allowing Moscow's forces to advance toward other Ukrainian strongholds in the eastern Donetsk region.
The fierce battle for Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine
Here are some of the other notable developments concerning the war in Ukraine on Sunday, March 5:
European Parliament president urges increased arms deliveries to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv was planning to increase its cooperation with European institutions this year.
His remarks came shortly after he met with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola during her visit to Ukraine.
"The task is to actively prepare everything for our country's membership in the European Union, increase arms deliveries to Ukraine and strengthen sanctions against Russia," Zelenskyy said in his daily video address.
Latvia supports delivering fighter jets to Ukraine
Latvian Prime Minister Krisjanis Karins expressed his support for supplying Ukraine with fighter jets in an interview with the German news magazine Der Spiegel.
Karins stated that he saw no reason why the West should not provide Ukrainian forces with fighter jets if they needed them. He said the delivery of fighter jets was only a matter of time, and that providing weapons to Ukraine was essential for achieving peace.
"True, we all want peace. But the only way to peace is for Ukraine to win. And for that, it needs our weapons," Karins said.
The Latvian prime minister also said that the Baltic nation is aiming to spend 3% of its GDP on defense, more than the NATO goal of 2%.
As a "frontline state," Latvia has no choice, he said.
In December, the Baltic states of Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania expressed their intention to increase their defense spending in response to the full-scale invasion of Ukraine launched by Moscow a year ago.
How NATO polices the skies on Russia's border
IEA chief says Moscow 'lost the energy battle'
Russia's position as a significant energy supplier has suffered a permanent setback following the West's abandonment of Moscow's oil and gas due to its war in Ukraine, according to the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih Birol.
In an interview published in the French newspaper Liberation, Birol said that "Russia has lost the energy battle."
He noted that Moscow's oil and gas exports have fallen by 40% since its military forces invaded Ukraine a year ago, adding that this is just the start of its problems.
Birol also emphasized that the departure of foreign experts from Russia would result in a decrease in oil and gas production without their technical support.
Russia cannot simply replace Europe, once the largest consumer, with Asia, the IEA head said, as it would take years to build pipelines from Western Siberia to China.
"Russia's role in international energy affairs will be much less important in the future," Birol said. | https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-bakhmut-residents-flee-as-russia-presses-in/a-64888900 | 2023-03-05 08:00:58 | 1 | https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-bakhmut-residents-flee-as-russia-presses-in/a-64888900 |
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