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Affordability Constraints Have Consumers Increasingly Convinced It's a Good Time to Sell, Bad Time to Buy
WASHINGTON, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fannie Mae (OTCQB: FNMA) Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI) decreased in May by 1.2 points to 65.6, as affordability constraints continue to color consumers' perceptions of homebuying and home-selling conditions. Four of the HPSI's six components decreased month over month, most notably the component polling consumers' belief that it's a "good time to buy," which is once again nearing its survey low. The "good time to sell" component, however, increased in May to its highest level since last July. Additionally, for the second consecutive month, a greater share of consumers indicated that they expect home prices to increase over the next year. The full index is down 2.6 points year over year.
"As we near the end of the spring homebuying season, the latest HPSI results indicate that affordability hurdles, including high home prices and mortgage rates, remain top of mind for consumers, most of whom continue to tell us that it's a bad time to buy a home but a good time to sell one," said Mark Palim, Fannie Mae Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist. "Consumers also indicated that they don't expect these affordability constraints to improve in the near future, with significant majorities thinking that both home prices and mortgage rates will either increase or remain the same over the next year. Notably, the same factors impacting affordability may also be affecting the perceived ease of getting a mortgage. This was particularly true among renters: 81% believe it would be difficult to get a mortgage today, matching a survey high."
Home Purchase Sentiment Index – Component Highlights
Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) decreased in May by 1.2 points to 65.6. The HPSI is down 2.6 points compared to the same time last year. Read the full research report for additional information.
- Good/Bad Time to Buy: The percentage of respondents who say it is a good time to buy a home decreased from 23% to 19%, while the percentage who say it is a bad time to buy increased from 77% to 80%. As a result, the net share of those who say it is a good time to buy decreased 7 percentage points month over month.
- Good/Bad Time to Sell: The percentage of respondents who say it is a good time to sell a home increased from 62% to 65%, while the percentage who say it's a bad time to sell decreased from 38% to 34%. As a result, the net share of those who say it is a good time to sell increased 8 percentage points month over month.
- Home Price Expectations: The percentage of respondents who say home prices will go up in the next 12 months increased from 37% to 39%, while the percentage who say home prices will go down decreased from 32% to 28%. The share who think home prices will stay the same increased from 31% to 33%. As a result, the net share of those who say home prices will go up increased 6 percentage points month over month.
- Mortgage Rate Expectations: The percentage of respondents who say mortgage rates will go down in the next 12 months decreased from 22% to 19%, while the percentage who expect mortgage rates to go up increased from 47% to 50%. The share who think mortgage rates will stay the same remained unchanged at 31%. As a result, the net share of those who say mortgage rates will go down over the next 12 months decreased 5 percentage points month over month.
- Job Loss Concern: The percentage of respondents who say they are not concerned about losing their job in the next 12 months decreased from 79% to 77%, while the percentage who say they are concerned increased from 21% to 22%. As a result, the net share of those who say they are not concerned about losing their job decreased 3 percentage points month over month.
- Household Income: The percentage of respondents who say their household income is significantly higher than it was 12 months ago decreased from 24% to 20%, while the percentage who say their household income is significantly lower increased from 11% to 12%. The percentage who say their household income is about the same increased from 64% to 67%. As a result, the net share of those who say their household income is significantly higher than it was 12 months ago decreased 5 percentage points month over month.
About Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index
The Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI) distills information about consumers' home purchase sentiment from Fannie Mae's National Housing Survey® (NHS) into a single number. The HPSI reflects consumers' current views and forward-looking expectations of housing market conditions and complements existing data sources to inform housing-related analysis and decision making. The HPSI is constructed from answers to six NHS questions that solicit consumers' evaluations of housing market conditions and address topics that are related to their home purchase decisions. The questions ask consumers whether they think that it is a good or bad time to buy or to sell a house, what direction they expect home prices and mortgage interest rates to move, how concerned they are about losing their jobs, and whether their incomes are higher than they were a year earlier.
About Fannie Mae's National Housing Survey
The National Housing Survey (NHS) is a monthly attitudinal survey, launched in 2010, which polls the adult general population of the United States to assess their attitudes toward owning and renting a home, purchase and rental prices, household finances, and overall confidence in the economy. Each respondent is asked more than 100 questions, making the NHS one of the most detailed attitudinal longitudinal surveys of its kind, to track attitudinal shifts, six of which are used to construct the HPSI (findings are compared with the same survey conducted monthly beginning June 2010). For more information, please see the Technical Notes.
Fannie Mae conducts this survey and shares monthly and quarterly results so that we may help industry partners and market participants target our collective efforts to support the housing market. The May 2023 National Housing Survey was conducted between May 1, 2023 and May 22, 2023. Most of the data collection occurred during the first two weeks of this period. The May 2023 NHS was conducted exclusively through AmeriSpeak®, NORC at the University of Chicago's probability-based panel, on behalf of PSB Insights and in coordination with Fannie Mae. Calculations are made using unrounded and weighted respondent level data to help ensure precision in NHS results from wave to wave. As a result, minor differences in calculated data (summarized results, net calculations, etc.) of up to 1 percentage point may occur due to rounding.
Detailed HPSI & NHS Findings
For detailed findings from the Home Purchase Sentiment Index and National Housing Survey, as well as a brief HPSI overview and detailed white paper, technical notes on the NHS methodology, and questions asked of respondents associated with each monthly indicator, please visit the Surveys page on fanniemae.com. Also available on the site are in-depth special topic studies, which provide a detailed assessment of combined data results from three monthly studies of NHS results.
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About the ESR Group
Fannie Mae's Economic and Strategic Research Group, led by Chief Economist Doug Duncan, studies current data, analyzes historical and emerging trends, and conducts surveys of consumer and mortgage lender groups to provide forecasts and analyses on the economy, housing, and mortgage markets. The ESR Group was recently awarded the prestigious 2022 Lawrence R. Klein Award for Blue Chip Forecast Accuracy based on the accuracy of its macroeconomic forecasts published over the 4-year period from 2018 to 2021.
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Sheriff’s office mourns K-9 bloodhound who died unexpectedly
FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (Gray News) – A sheriff’s department in West Virginia is mourning one of its beloved K-9 officers who died unexpectedly.
The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office said Waeylin, a 2-year-old bloodhound, died Sunday evening.
The sheriff’s office said Waeylin experienced a stomach disorder and was rushed to a veterinarian’s office, where he underwent emergency surgery. Waeylin survived the surgery but died shortly after.
Waeylin specialized in tracking. Whenever the sheriff’s office responded to a crime scene where the suspect was unknown and had fled from the area, Waeylin was often called to respond.
Waeylin tracked down suspects in arson cases, burglaries and more. He also helped in many missing person cases.
“Waeylin’s death is a tragic loss to the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office and to the citizens of Fayette County, but especially to Waeylin’s handler and partner, Corporal Ryan Fox,” said Sheriff Mike Fridley. “We are sincerely appreciative of the support shown to our K-9 Unit by the citizens of Fayette County over the past several years. We will all greatly miss Waeylin.”
The sheriff’s office said Waeylin was also a great public relations deputy. With his big nose, huge floppy ears and gentle demeanor, he was an instant hit with everyone he met, especially young children.
“Waeylin was like part of my family,” said Corporal Ryan Fox. “When we weren’t out working, Waeylin would be playing or just hanging out with me. We were buddies and it was nice to have someone to talk to. He never talked back of course, but I swear he understood everything I said to him.”
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DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — A veteran Russian diplomat to the U.N. Office at Geneva says he handed in his resignation before sending out a scathing letter to foreign colleagues inveighing against the “aggressive war unleashed” by Russian President Vladimir Putin in Ukraine.
Boris Bondarev, 41, confirmed his resignation in a letter delivered Monday morning after a diplomatic official passed on his English-language statement to The Associated Press.
“For twenty years of my diplomatic career I have seen different turns of our foreign policy, but never have I been so ashamed of my country as on Feb. 24 of this year,” he wrote, alluding to the date of Russia’s invasion.
The resignation amounts to a rare — if not unprecedented — public admission of disgruntlement about Russia’s war in Ukraine among the Russian diplomatic corps. It comes at a time when Putin’s government has sought to crack down on dissent over the invasion and quell narratives that conflict with the Russian government’s line about how the “special military operation” — as it’s officially known in Russia — is proceeding.
“The aggressive war unleashed by Putin against Ukraine, and in fact against the entire Western world, is not only a crime against the Ukrainian people, but also, perhaps, the most serious crime against the people of Russia, with a bold letter Z crossing out all hopes and prospects for a prosperous and free society in our country,” Bondarev wrote, referring to the widespread use of the letter “Z” as a symbol of support for Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Reached by phone, Bondarev — a diplomatic counselor who has focused on Russia’s role in the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva after postings in places like Cambodia and Mongolia — confirmed he handed in his resignation in a letter addressed to Ambassador Gennady Gatilov.
A spokesman for the mission didn’t immediately respond to AP requests seeking comment.
“It is intolerable what my government is doing now,” Bondarev told the AP. “As a civil servant, I have to carry a share of responsibility for that. And I don’t want to do that.”
Bondarev said he had not received any reaction yet from Russian officials, but added: “Am I concerned about the possible reaction from Moscow? I have to be concerned about it.”
He told the AP that he had no plans to leave Geneva. Previously, he said he had expressed disapproval of the war to Russian colleagues.
“Some said, ‘Everybody disagrees, but we have to keep working’ while others replied ‘Shut up and stop spreading this bad influence– especially among younger diplomats,'” he recalled.
Asked if some colleagues felt the same, Bondarev said: “Not all Russian diplomats are warmongering. They are reasonable, but they have to keep their mouths shut.”
He suggested his case could become an example.
“If my case is prosecuted, then if other people want to follow, they would not,” Bondarev said.
Asked if he planned to defect, he chuckled and said, “I didn’t think so far” ahead.
In his English-language statement, which he said he emailed to about 40 diplomats and others, Bondarev said those who conceived the war “want only one thing — to remain in power forever, live in pompous tasteless palaces, sail on yachts comparable in tonnage and cost to the entire Russian Navy, enjoying unlimited power and complete impunity.”
He railed against the growing “lies and unprofessionalism” at Russia’s Foreign Ministry and took particular aim at Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
“In 18 years, he (Lavrov) went from a professional and educated intellectual … to a person who constantly broadcasts conflicting statements and threatens the world with nuclear weapons!” he wrote. “Today, the (Russian) Ministry of Foreign Affairs is not about diplomacy. It is all about warmongering, lies and hatred.”
Hiller Neuer, executive director of the advocacy group U.N. Watch, tweeted a copy of Bondarev’s letter and said simply: “Boris Bondarev is a hero.”
“Bondarev should be invited to speak in Davos this week,” he added, referring to the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. “The U.S., the U.K. and the (European Union) should lead the free world in creating a program to encourage more Russian diplomats to follow and defect, by providing protection, financial security and resettlement for diplomats and their families.”
In his email, Bondarev wrote that he should have resigned earlier, but didn’t because of “some unfinished family business” and because he needed to “gather my resolve.”
“It’s been already three months since my government launched a bloody assault on Ukraine and it’s been very hard to keep my mind more or less sane when all about were losing theirs,” he wrote.
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DUBLIN, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aptiv PLC (NYSE: APTV), a global technology company focused on making mobility safer, greener and more connected, today reported third quarter 2022 U.S. GAAP earnings of $1.05 per diluted share. Excluding special items, third quarter earnings totaled $1.28 per diluted share.
Third Quarter Financial Highlights Include:
-- U.S. GAAP revenue of $4.6 billion, an increase of 26%
Revenue increased 33% adjusted for currency exchange and commodity movements; growth over market of 9% based on AWM1 of 24%
-- U.S. GAAP net income of $286 million, diluted earnings per share of $1.05
Excluding special items, diluted earnings per share of $1.28
-- U.S. GAAP operating income margin of 10.2%
Adjusted Operating Income margin of 11.4%, Adjusted Operating Income of $525 million; Adjusted EBITDA of $673 million
-- Generated $437 million of cash from operations
Year-to-Date Financial Highlights Include:
-- U.S. GAAP revenue of $12.8 billion, an increase of 12%
Revenue increased 15% adjusted for currency exchange and commodity movements; growth over market of 10% based on AWM1 of 5%
-- U.S. GAAP net income of $298 million, diluted earnings per share of $1.10
Excluding special items, diluted earnings per share of $2.14
-- U.S. GAAP operating income margin of 6.4%
Adjusted Operating Income margin of 8.3%, Adjusted Operating Income of $1,062 million; Adjusted EBITDA of $1,516 million
-- Generated $330 million of cash from operations
"Strong third quarter results are a testament to our ability to execute well despite the ongoing macroeconomic pressures. In the quarter, we continued to demonstrate strong growth over underlying vehicle production, and achieved record year-to-date bookings," said Kevin Clark, chairman and chief executive officer. "We continue to focus on strengthening our business foundation, which we believe will further improve our performance in 2023."
Third Quarter 2022 Results
For the three months ended September 30, 2022, the Company reported U.S. GAAP revenue of $4.6 billion, an increase of 26% from the prior year period. Adjusted for currency exchange and commodity movements, revenue increased by 33% in the third quarter. This reflects growth of 36% in Asia, which includes an increase of 42% in China, 31% in North America, 29% in Europe, and 53% in South America, our smallest region.
The Company reported third quarter 2022 U.S. GAAP net income of $286 million and earnings of $1.05 per diluted share, compared to $86 million and $0.32 per diluted share in the prior year period. Third quarter Adjusted Net Income, a non-GAAP financial measure defined below, totaled $364 million, or earnings of $1.28 per diluted share, compared to $140 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, in the prior year period.
Third quarter Adjusted Operating Income, a non-GAAP financial measure defined below, was $525 million, compared to $256 million in the prior year period. Adjusted Operating Income margin was 11.4%, compared to 7.0% in the prior year period, reflecting increased global vehicle production and the favorable impact of material cost recoveries. Depreciation and amortization expense totaled $190 million, as compared to $193 million in the prior year period.
Interest expense for the third quarter totaled $58 million, as compared to $36 million in the prior year period, which reflects impacts from our $2.5 billion debt issuance in the first quarter of 2022 in anticipation of the Wind River Systems, Inc. acquisition.
Tax expense in the third quarter of 2022 was $59 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of approximately 14%. Tax expense in the third quarter of 2021 was $25 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of approximately 14%.
The Company generated net cash flow from operating activities of $437 million in the third quarter, compared to $4 million in the prior year period.
Year-to-Date 2022 Results
For the nine months ended September 30, 2022, the Company reported U.S. GAAP revenue of $12.8 billion, an increase of 12% from the prior year period. Adjusted for currency exchange and commodity movements, revenue increased by 15% during the period. This reflects growth of 19% in North America, 16% in Asia, which includes growth of 19% in China, 8% in Europe and 36% in South America, our smallest region.
For the 2022 year-to-date period, the Company reported U.S. GAAP net income of $298 million and earnings of $1.10 per diluted share, compared to $512 million and $1.89 per diluted share in the prior year period. Year-to-date Adjusted Net Income totaled $606 million, or $2.14 per diluted share, compared to $675 million, or $2.38 per diluted share, in the prior year period.
The Company reported Adjusted Operating Income of $1,062 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, compared to $1,068 million in the prior year period. Adjusted Operating Income margin was 8.3% for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, compared to 9.3% in the prior year period, reflecting adverse impacts from the second quarter COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns in China, continued adverse impacts from global inflationary pressures and the worldwide semiconductor shortage, partially offset by increased global vehicle production and the favorable impact of material cost recoveries. Depreciation and amortization expense totaled $574 million, as compared to $583 million in the prior year period.
Interest expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2022 totaled $157 million, as compared to $114 million in the prior year period, which reflects impacts from our $2.5 billion debt issuance in the first quarter of 2022 in anticipation of the Wind River Systems, Inc. acquisition.
Tax expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2022 was $96 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of approximately 15% which was impacted by the geographic mix of earnings and increased losses in certain jurisdictions where no tax benefit is recognized, including the impact of charges resulting from the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Tax expense in the prior year period was $101 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of 12%.
The Company generated net cash flow from operating activities of $330 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2022, compared to $553 million in the prior year period. As of September 30, 2022, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $4.9 billion and total available liquidity of $7.3 billion.
Reconciliations of Adjusted Revenue Growth, Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Net Income Per Share, Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted EBITDA and Cash Flow Before Financing, which are non-GAAP measures, to the most directly comparable financial measures, respectively, calculated and presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP") are provided in the attached supplemental schedules.
Full Year 2022 Outlook
The Company's full year 2022 financial guidance is as follows:
Conference Call and Webcast
The Company will host a conference call to discuss these results at 8:00 a.m. (ET) today, which is accessible by dialing +1.800.239.9838 (U.S.) or +1.323.701.0225 (international) or through a webcast at ir.aptiv.com. The conference ID number is 7786988. A slide presentation will accompany the prepared remarks and has been posted on the investor relations section of the Company's website. A replay will be available two hours following the conference call.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information
This press release contains information about Aptiv's financial results which are not presented in accordance with GAAP. Specifically, Adjusted Revenue Growth, Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Net Income Per Share and Cash Flow Before Financing are non-GAAP financial measures. Adjusted Revenue Growth represents the year-over-year change in reported net sales relative to the comparable period, excluding the impact on net sales from currency exchange, commodity movements, acquisitions, divestitures and other transactions. Adjusted Operating Income represents net income before interest expense, other income (expense), net, income tax (expense) benefit, equity income (loss), net of tax, amortization, restructuring, other acquisition and portfolio project costs, asset impairments, other charges related to the Ukraine/Russia conflict and gains (losses) on business divestitures and other transactions. Other acquisition and portfolio project costs include costs incurred to integrate acquired businesses and to plan and execute product portfolio transformation actions, including business and product acquisitions and divestitures. Adjusted Operating Income margin is defined as Adjusted Operating Income as a percentage of net sales. Adjusted EBITDA represents net income before depreciation and amortization (including asset impairments), interest expense, income tax (expense) benefit, other income (expense), net, equity income (loss), net of tax, restructuring and other special items.
Adjusted Net Income represents net income attributable to Aptiv before amortization, restructuring and other special items, including the tax impact thereon. Adjusted Net Income Per Share represents Adjusted Net Income divided by the Adjusted Weighted Average Number of Diluted Shares Outstanding for the period. The Adjusted Weighted Average Number of Diluted Shares Outstanding assumes the application of the if-converted method of share dilution, if not already applied for GAAP purposes of calculating the weighted average number of diluted shares outstanding. Cash Flow Before Financing represents cash provided by (used in) operating activities plus cash provided by (used in) investing activities, adjusted for the purchase price of business acquisitions and other transactions, the cost of significant technology investments and net proceeds from the divestiture of discontinued operations and other significant businesses.
Effective on January 1, 2022, the Company now excludes amortization expense of intangible assets from the calculation of Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Net Income Per Share. Financial results reported in this release for both the current and historical period have been prepared under this new definition. Outlook information presented above is also calculated under this new definition. The forward-looking non-GAAP measures presented in this release are reconciled under this new definition to their closest GAAP financial measure on pages 18 and 19.
Management believes the non-GAAP financial measures used in this press release are useful to both management and investors in their analysis of the Company's financial position, results of operations and liquidity. In particular, management believes Adjusted Revenue Growth, Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Net Income Per Share and Cash Flow Before Financing are useful measures in assessing the Company's ongoing financial performance that, when reconciled to the corresponding GAAP measure, provide improved comparability between periods through the exclusion of certain items that management believes are not indicative of the Company's core operating performance and that may obscure underlying business results and trends. Management also uses these non-GAAP financial measures for internal planning and forecasting purposes.
Such non-GAAP financial measures are reconciled to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures in the attached supplemental schedules at the end of this press release. Non-GAAP measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for our reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP and, as calculated, may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures of other companies.
1 Represents global vehicle production weighted to the geographic regions in which the Company generates its revenue ("AWM").
About Aptiv
Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener and more connected solutions enabling a more sustainable future of mobility. Visit aptiv.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release, as well as other statements made by Aptiv PLC (the "Company"), contain forward-looking statements that reflect, when made, the Company's current views with respect to current events, certain investments and acquisitions and financial performance including the potential impact of the proposed acquisition of Wind River Systems, Inc. Such forward-looking statements are subject to many risks, uncertainties and factors relating to the Company's operations and business environment, which may cause the actual results of the Company to be materially different from any future results. All statements that address future operating, financial or business performance or the Company's strategies or expectations are forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following: global and regional economic conditions, including conditions affecting the credit market; uncertainties posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the difficulty in predicting its future course and its impact on the global economy and the Company's future operations; uncertainties created by the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, and its impacts on the European and global economies and our operations in each country; fluctuations in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates; the cyclical nature of global automotive sales and production; the potential disruptions in the supply of and changes in the competitive environment for raw material and other components integral to the Company's products, including the current semiconductor supply shortage; the Company's ability to maintain contracts that are critical to its operations; potential changes to beneficial free trade laws and regulations such as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement; the ability of the Company to integrate and realize the expected benefits of recent transactions; the ability of the Company to attract, motivate and/or retain key executives; the ability of the Company to avoid or continue to operate during a strike, or partial work stoppage or slow down by any of its unionized employees or those of its principal customers; and the ability of the Company to attract and retain customers. Additional factors are discussed under the captions "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. New risks and uncertainties arise from time to time, and it is impossible for us to predict these events or how they may affect the Company. It should be remembered that the price of the ordinary shares and any income from them can go down as well as up. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events and/or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
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New and enhanced products expand metal cutting capabilities and help customers machine better than ever
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kennametal has expanded its Innovations series of Metal Cutting tools and solutions with new product offerings that provide customers with maximum efficiency and productivity for machining applications ranging from electric vehicles and aerospace to general engineering.
Each product in the fall launch delivers enhanced features and superior performance that solve some of customers' toughest machining challenges:
The KenTIP™ FS modular drill platform has expanded to include straight-flute drills for static applications on lathes and straight-flute drills for combined drilling and countersinking applications with holders. Additionally, the platform now includes the versatile KenTIP FS GTP insert with the GOdrill™ point design. The GOtip is the only insert in the KenTIP FS platform built for multi-material drilling and is ideal for customers looking for one tool to run in multiple workpieces when drilling medium and large hole diameters.
Solid carbide drills have been modernized in the high-performance Kenna Universal™ Drill platform. The upgraded drills include the B979 series with grade KCU15A for 12xD drilling which can be used without a pilot drill in multiple materials. Additionally, the platform has added the B73* series step drills with grade KCU15 for core-holes in traditional tap sizes.
When it comes to high-performance reaming in steel and cast iron, the new KenReam™ S delivers the highest metal removal rates in blind and through-hole applications for both steel and cast iron. The unique design provides excellent process reliability and consistent hole quality.
Designed for dynamic milling with low radial engagement and full length of the cut, the KOR™ series has expanded to include a 5xD length of cut in the KOR™ 5DA series for milling in aluminum.
The revolutionary Duo-Lock™ modular system for solid carbide end milling applications combines a high accuracy in runout and length repeatability with maximum stability, making it a precise and virtually unbreakable interface. The series integrates the productivity of the HARVI™ I TE end mill series with the modular capability of the Duo-Lock modular system.
An expanded portfolio of Modular Boring Bars with through coolant and serrated interfaces has been designed for higher connection strength and increased accuracy, and can bore overhangs up to 4xD.
For light to medium machining or roughing of steel and stainless steel, the Dodeka™ Mini 45 face milling platform has expanded to include four new geometries which provide ideal lead angles, excellent chip formation, and positive chatter-free insert geometries.
To learn more about these advanced tooling solutions, visit Kennametal Innovations.
With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 8,600 employees are helping customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated approximately $1.8 billion in revenues in fiscal 2021. Learn more at www.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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Port St. Lucie Police Chief John Bolduc announces retirement
After nearly three decades with the Port St. Lucie Police Department, Chief John Bolduc announced Friday he's retiring later this month.
In a letter thanking the police department, city officials and staff, residents, and his family and friends, Bolduc said his last day will be April 30.
Bolduc, who joined the Port St. Lucie Police Department in 1994, has been chief of police since 2012.
"The Port St. Lucie Police Department is a direct reflection of our community; a growing, thriving, and evolving organization of people who envision a bright future and willingness to tackle whatever challenges come our way," Bolduc wrote. "Throughout my career I have never known this department to be anything other than committed to excellence, community service and community policing. This has been and will continue to be the hallmark of this community’s legacy of safety and prosperity."
The police department has not released any additional information about a successor to Bolduc.
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Sammy Hagar is speaking his mind about former Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth.
On a recent episode of "Steve-O's Wild Ride Podcast," Hagar, the band's vocalist who replaced David Lee Roth, claimed Roth "ain't like his persona."
"He's not a fun guy. He doesn't play well with others. I'm not sure what his problem is," Hagar said.
"He just always is about, ‘How can I make this guy look bad?’ And not just me. ... He's a chest-beating motherf-----. And God Bless him, 'cause the early stuff is frickin' great."
SAMMY HAGAR SAYS HE'D RATHER ‘GET SICK’ AND ‘EVEN DIE’ THAN NOT PERFORM
Hagar continued to slam the original Van Halen lead vocalist and addressed the current state of his vocals.
"[He] doesn't care about singing. If he did, he'd take care of his voice, or he'd take voice lessons and get warmed up and do something. The guy sang so bad last time he was doing shows, it was embarrassing," Hagar said.
The musician continued to claim Roth's solo career was not as lucrative as Hagar's.
"I was selling out arenas. I was selling out amphitheaters," Hagar said. "Dave, he had that sort of a big album, one kind of a big album, but he didn't have a solo career. He was playing small places.
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"So, when he came in with me, he was making, like, $25,000 a night, I was making $150,000 a night, and they said, 'Oh you guys are gonna make the same money. Dave gets to make 150.'"
Hagar recounted his initial reaction to Steve-O and said, "'He ain't f---ing made 150 in his life except in Van Halen!' But I said, 'I've gotta do this.' So I bent over backwards. And he still always tried to f--- with the rules."
Hagar and Roth have not seen eye to eye for decades. In 2021, Hagar said in an interview that he has "no problem with Dave," according to Loudwire. Their initial feud began in 1984 when Roth left the band and Hagar took his spot.
In 1985, Eddie Van Halen told Rolling Stone, "The band as you know it is over. Dave left to be a movie star. He even had the balls to ask if I'd write the score for him."
In 1995, the Los Angeles Times reported that Eddie Van Halen drove to Roth's house in an attempt to get him to rejoin the band. According to the outlet, Hagar took this as "worse than sleeping with the enemy." Hagar quit the band that same year.
The band's co-founder, Eddie Van Halen, died in October 2020 after a long battle with cancer. He was 65.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite rising gas prices and inflation, 80% of travelers will continue with their planned summer vacations*, according to Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging. And Red Roof will help these travelers enjoy their time away through its new Rest + Repeat promotion.
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KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) — Sudan’s coup leaders and the main pro-democracy group signed a deal Monday to establish a civilian-led transitional government following the military takeover last year. But key players refused to participate, and no deadline was set for the transition to begin.
The framework — signed by Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo and the leaders of the Forces for the Declaration of Freedom and Change — appears to offer only the broadest outlines for how the country will resume its progression to democracy. That process was upended in October 2021, when Burhan unseated the civilian half of Sudan’s ruling Sovereignty Council with Dagolo’s backing.
Since the coup, international aid has dried up and bread and fuel shortages, caused in part by the war in Ukraine, have become routine, plunging Sudan’s already inflation-riddled economy into deeper peril. Security forces have ruthlessly suppressed near-weekly pro-democracy marches. Deadly tribal clashes have flared in the country’s neglected peripheries.
It’s not clear whether or how quickly the deal signed Monday can offer a way out for Sudan, given that it appears to leave many thorny issues unresolved and doesn’t have the support of key political forces, including the grassroots pro-democracy Resistance Committees. That network’s leaders called for demonstrations against the agreement.
Several former rebel leaders, who have formed their own political bloc, have also rejected the deal.
Many of the points in a draft of the deal were already promised in a 2020 agreement that saw Sudan’s previous transitional government make peace with several rebels in Sudan’s far-flung provinces.
According to the draft, the deal envisions Sudan’s military eventually stepping back from politics. The document says it will form part of a new ’’security and defense council” under the appointed prime minister. But it does not address how to reform the armed forces, saying only they should be unified and controls should be imposed on military-owned companies.
It makes specific mention of Sudan’s wealthy paramilitary force, the Rapid Support Forces, headed by Dagalo. The force amassed wealth through its gradual acquisition of Sudanese financial institutions and gold reserves in recent years.
It also does not address creating a transitional judiciary system or say when the transitional government will be put in place. Only then will a two-year transition officially begin — the end goal of which is elections.
Analysts have cast doubt over whether the aims of the agreement are achievable, given its lack of detail on key issues and the boycott of key players.
‘‘Realistically none of these complex processes can be dealt with within a transitional time frame of two years,’’ said Kholood Khair, founder and director of Confluence Advisory, a think tank in Khartoum.
Sudan has been plunged into turmoil since the coup threw off course a democratic transition that began after three decades of autocratic rule by President Omar al-Bashir. The former leader was toppled in April 2019, following a popular uprising.
The U.N. special envoy to Sudan, Volker Perthes, attended Monday’s signing and later, at a speech at the palace, described the deal as ‘‘Sudanese-owned and Sudanese-led.’’
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres hoped the agreement will pave the way for the return to a civilian-led transition, said U.N. spokesman Stephane Dujarric.
He called on “all Sudanese stakeholders to work without delay on the next phase of the transition process to address outstanding issues with a view to achieving a lasting, inclusive political settlement,” Dujarric said.
Monday’s development came after months of negotiations between the military and the Forces for the Declaration of Freedom and Change, facilitated by a mediating team of the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Britain.
In a joint statement issued after the signing, the four countries commended the agreement.
“A concerted effort to finalize negotiations and reach agreement quickly to form a new civilian-led government is essential to address Sudan’s urgent political, economic, security, and humanitarian challenges,” the group said.
The hope is the deal could draw in new international aid, after donor funds dried up in response to the coup.
Sudan has also seen a sharp increase in inter-tribal violence in the country’s west and south. In the southern Blue Nile province, two days of clashes between the Berta and Hausa killed over 170 peopl e in October. Last month some 48 were killed in tribal clashes in Darfur. Many commentators have attributed the rising tribal violence to the power vacuum caused by last year’s military takeover and the subsequent political and economic crisis.
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Jeffery reported from Cairo. Associated Press writer Edith M. Lederer at the U.N. contributed. | https://www.kxnet.com/news/top-stories/ap-top-headlines/ap-sudanese-generals-pro-democracy-group-sign-framework-deal/ | 2022-12-05 19:52:35 | 0 | https://www.kxnet.com/news/top-stories/ap-top-headlines/ap-sudanese-generals-pro-democracy-group-sign-framework-deal/ |
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Tuesday that Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands will receive a total of nearly $108 million to improve drinking water infrastructure across the U.S. territories.
Puerto Rico is slated to get $62 million and the U.S. Virgin Islands nearly $46 million.
The money is part of a push by the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden to improve drinking water systems and remove lead pipes.
Federal officials said Congress appropriated an additional $6 billion for water projects in U.S. states and territories as part of the $550 billion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that Biden signed in November 2021.
Officials said the money will target disadvantaged communities. Puerto Rico, an island of 3.2 million people, has a 46% poverty rate. The U.S. Virgin Islands, a three-island territory of 87,000 people, has a poverty rate of nearly 20%. | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/puerto-rico-usvi-to-receive-108m-to-upgrade-water-systems/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2023-04-04 22:39:58 | 1 | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/puerto-rico-usvi-to-receive-108m-to-upgrade-water-systems/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
Steven and Barbara Hearst have donated $500,000 to French Hospital's Beyond Health Campaign that will go towards the addition of a heliport, the medical center announced Monday.
The heliport will be added to the top of the French Hospital parking structure. Hospital staff say the heliport will cut down on response time for treating trauma and critical patients.
It will be called "Hearst Heliport" to recognize the Hearsts' financial gift.
Steve Hearst, great grandson of William Randolph Hearst, and his wife, Barbara, have donated to French Hospital previously, providing a portion of the funds to help the hospital add the Hearst Cancer Resource Center in 2008.
"French Hospital has always impressed me with the way they care for the Central Coast community," Steve Hearst said in a statement. "The new expansion of the hospital, including the heliport, is an important next step in continuing that legacy."
The French Hospital foundation recently received a separate $250,000 grant from the Hearst Foundations.
The expansion is part of French Hospital's "Your New French Hospital" project, which aims to bring a new 16-bed NICU, ten additional ICU beds, new entrance, lobby and dining areas and a garden and meditation area, among other improvements. | https://www.ksby.com/news/local-news/hearst-family-gives-half-a-million-dollars-to-french-hospital-for-hearst-heliport | 2022-06-06 21:01:15 | 1 | https://www.ksby.com/news/local-news/hearst-family-gives-half-a-million-dollars-to-french-hospital-for-hearst-heliport |
SILVER SPRING, Md., March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is providing an at-a-glance summary of news from around the agency:
- Today, the FDA finalized two guidances: Transition Plan for Medical Devices That Fall Within Enforcement Policies Issued During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Public Health Emergency and Transition Plan for Medical Devices Issued Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) Related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). You can read the CDRH Statement here.
These guidances outline the FDA's general recommendations to transition from certain policies adopted and operations implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic to normal operations. The recommendations include information for devices that fall within certain enforcement policies issued during the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act and devices issued EUAs related to COVID-19 under section 564 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, including:
There will be a 180-day transition period for impacted devices to help avoid disruption in device supply and help ensure an orderly and transparent transition (specific information on the scope and the timeline for the transition period can be found in each guidance). The FDA encourages stakeholders to plan for the transition process by reviewing the two final guidances, attending the upcoming webinar, and contacting the FDA if they have questions. If manufacturers with impacted devices plan to continue distributing their devices after either the end of the transition period following the expiration of the COVID-19 PHE or termination of the relevant device EUA declaration related to COVID-19, the FDA recommends beginning work on a marketing submission, including a transition implementation plan, as described in the guidances.
- Today, the FDA issued a press release FDA Takes Additional Steps to Improve Nutrition, Reduce Disease with Expanded Use of Salt Substitutes to Help Lower Sodium Intake and an accompanying Constituent Update. The proposed rule would change standards of identity for foods that include salt to permit the use of safe and suitable salt substitutes. The proposed rule would help support a healthier food supply by providing flexibility to facilitate industry innovation in the production of standardized foods to reduce sodium content, in the same manner that is already possible for non-standardized foods. This has the potential to contribute to better health outcomes by helping consumers to gradually reduce their sodium intake. The proposed rule is part of the Biden-Harris Administration's National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health.
- Today, the FDA issued a press release FDA Works to Further Improve Nutrition, Reduce Diet-Related Chronic Disease with Dietary Guidance Statements on Food Labels and accompanying Constituent Update. The draft guidance provides food manufacturers with recommendations on how and when to use Dietary Guidance Statements on the label of food products to ensure the label statements promote good nutrition, provide greater consistency in labeling, and help consumers in making informed choices. The guidance is part of the FDA's overall goal to help reduce the burden of chronic disease and advance health equity and is also part of the Biden-Harris Administration's National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health.
- Today, the FDA announced the rates for over-the-counter (OTC) monograph drug user fees for fiscal year (FY) 2023 in a Federal Register Notice (FRN) titled "Over-The-Counter Monograph Drug User Fee Rates for Fiscal Year 2023." This FRN publishes fees for OTC monograph drug facilities and OTC Monograph Order Requests (OMORs) for FY 2023. The FRN includes information about facility fee calculations, OMOR fee calculations, fee due dates, and fee payment procedures. OTC monograph drug facility fees for FY 2023 are due June 1, 2023.
- On Thursday, the FDA released the Framework for the Use of Digital Health Technologies (DHT) in Drug and Biological Product Development to guide the Agency's multifaceted DHT program for drugs and biological products. The program will engage stakeholders and include workshops and demonstration projects; establish internal processes to support DHT evaluation for use in drug development; promote shared learning and consistency for DHT-based policy, procedure, and analytic tool development; and facilitate the publication of relevant guidance documents. For information on the DHT program, please visit the Digital Health Technologies for Drug Development webpage.
- On Tuesday, the FDA released the Activities for the Safety of Imported Seafood. The report shares the comprehensive approach the FDA is taking to ensure that imported seafood consumed in the U.S. meets food safety requirements and the standards of domestically produced seafood.
- On Tuesday, the FDA released new educational materials to educate patients about biosimilars, including materials specifically for patients with diabetes – two fact sheets: Biosimilars What Patients Need to Know, Biosimilars What Patients with Diabetes Need to Know, and an infographic: Biosimilar Basics Infographic for Patients. The materials for patients are also available in Spanish: Biosimilares: Lo Que los Pacientes Deben Saber, Biosimilares: Lo Que los Pacientes con Diabetes Deben Saber, and Conceptos Básicos Sobre los Biosimilares. For more information about biosimilars and additional resources for patients, please visit the newly redesigned Basics for Patients webpage.
- COVID-19 testing updates:
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Before the Dallas City Council could even start a discussion about the merits of having an open microphone at its meetings, they got an example of why the item made the agenda in the first place.
Alex Stein, known for appearing during the public comment portion of meetings all over North Texas in tirades that are intended to go viral, stepped up to the mic and used his allotted three minutes to embark on an unhinged and mostly racist rant. It wouldn’t be the first time he had co-opted the public comment time to be the petulant in the room, and it probably won’t be the last.
It was also an apt demonstration of why Mayor Eric Johnson asked the city attorney’s office to look into what the city was legally required to allow in regard to public comment.
“I think what we’re concerned about here is our meetings, not just being disrupted in terms of the time, but also our residents watching on TV or listening and having these meetings become a platform for foolishness and silliness,” Johnson said. “We’re trying to get the people’s business done.”
Johnson said that commenters who are “acting in bad faith” are taking away from city business and also taking spots from commenters who travel to City Hall with legitimate concerns. At most council meetings and briefings, the first five speakers who sign up to speak about items not on the agenda address the body at the beginning of the meeting. The remaining speakers have their turn after the agenda is complete, which means that many have turned off the live stream or left the chambers by the time they get to speak.
In previous meetings, some speakers have used racist and anti-Semitic speech or gestures during their time at the microphone. According to the Council’s rules of decorum, a speaker can be removed for “making personal, impertinent, profane or slanderous remarks or who becomes boisterous while addressing the city council or while attending the city council meeting.”
Johnson said that since he is the presiding officer of the meeting, he was tasked with determining what was just rude and what violated the rules.
“I don’t really want to be making decisions about what I think is rude behavior,” he told his colleagues. According to the current rules of decorum, a council member can request a point-of-order if they feel a speaker has run afoul of the rules, and the full body can vote on whether the mayor should act.
Senior Assistant City Attorney Cal Estee and Deputy Chief Bert Vandenberg explained that as long as the city had the open microphone period on the agenda, it would have to contend with people who would like to abuse it. However, Estee also explained that the Texas Open Meetings Act only requires the city to offer public comment on agenda items, so the council could opt to nix the open microphone altogether or limit it. That could mean waiting until the end of the meeting, during briefings only, during a council recess, or on one specific day. The council could also opt to institute a disruptive speaker standard that would further outline what the city considers to be disruptive speech during a meeting.
“The city can impose reasonable restrictions on speakers to maintain order and promote efficiency,” Estes said.
Ann Stehl, a Texas open meeting attorney, said that while government meetings are required to offer public comment on agenda items, even then, there are still restrictions. For instance, while a Council can’t prohibit a speaker from criticizing it, the law also says that it can act if said speech violates other laws.
“For example, defamatory statements would fall within the carve-out for ‘public criticism that is otherwise prohibited by law,’ and a city council could take reasonable measures to prohibit the making of defamatory statements during public comment,” she said.
When Estes and Vandenberg presented options to the council’s Ad-Hoc Administrative Affairs Committee prior to last week, most felt that they would prefer to still offer the open microphone, but perhaps only on briefing days. That sentiment didn’t change when the options were presented to the full Council Wednesday. Most members said they didn’t particularly enjoy some of the things that happen during the open microphone period, but they weren’t comfortable eliminating the option altogether, either.
“I want the public to continue to speak, but I want us to have some ability to shut down that type of language because it keeps coming,” said Mayor Pro Tem Carolyn King Arnold. “It would be different if it was a one-timer, but when you see a pattern, I think we need to begin to stand up and protect the integrity of our meetings.”
“It really is about having efficient and orderly meetings,” said Councilwoman Gay Donnell Willis, who chairs the Ad Hoc committee. “We do want to hear from the public…the disruptive speaker standard is something we can do to add a little more strength to what we’re able to do in these meetings, to hopefully have the same expectation of those who come to this mic to be efficient and orderly as they expect of us when conducting our meetings.”
Councilwoman Cara Mendelsohn said she didn’t feel comfortable allowing the antics of a handful of people to be the reason the city eliminated the open microphone.
“We do see quite a bit of nonsense and some very crazy things, including Alex Stein, including this morning—songs, puppet shows from the anti-fluoride people, frequent tirades that are anti-Semitic—but we’ve also learned some things that have helped us resolve some problems,” she said. “The performance arts speakers are not actually so frequent or so time-consuming as to be an unreasonable tradeoff for open government.”
“For some reason, folks decided they wanted to get TikTok famous, or Instagram famous,” said Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Omar Narvaez. “But when we have a certain individual who decides to do sexual innuendo when we have a group of kids and their teachers sitting here in chambers, that person deserves to be thrown out of here. But at the same time, I don’t want to not hear from the public.”
Others said they felt that the council could probably do a better job of speaking up when they felt speech violated the council’s rules of decorum instead of leaving the matter wholly to Johnson’s discretion.
“There was discussion around how we could be more supportive of your role by raising a point-of-order if there is something that’s offensive,” Willis said to Johnson regarding the Ad Hoc’s last meeting. “Because to come to that point, there’s probably more than one person that’s feeling that concern.”
Ultimately, the Council opted to continue the conversation before deciding on a plan of action. But as if to give them plenty to think about, Stein had another outburst as the discussion began to wrap up. “Now you’re talking about me!” he yelled as several City Council members moved to make a point of order to remove him from the chambers.
“The rules haven’t changed,” Johnson said. “He knows he’s being disruptive.”
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RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — An apartment building condemned for more than a decade but used by homeless people collapsed in Brazil’s northeastern state of Pernambuco, killing 14 people, including six children, firefighters reported Saturday.
The building in Recife’s Paulista suburb crumbled in the early hours of Friday, prompting a frantic search for victims.
Searchers combed through the rubble with the help of sniffer dogs and rescued two 15-year-old girls and a 65-year-old woman alive, firefighters said. An 18-year-old man was also removed alive, but later died from his injuries.
“Search operations are now focused on the removal of animals,” the fire department said Saturday.
The building was occupied by homeless people although living there had been forbidden since 2010, the Paulista city hall said in a statement.
City officials referred to the structure as a “coffin block,” a name given to buildings built on a large scale in the 1970s in the metropolitan region of Recife, the newspaper Folha de Sao Paulo reported.
The city hall statement said the problem of people using officially closed buildings in Paulista is “chronic.” It said officials raised the issue during a recent visit by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who is from the northeastern state.
The collapse in Paulista was the second such tragedy in less than three months in Pernambuco. A building disintegrated in April in neighboring Olinda, causing at least five deaths.
Heavy rains had soaked the Recife region before the building collapsed in Paulista, prompting Pernambuco’s water and climate agency to post an alert for the metropolitan area.
A Presbyterian church near the site of the fallen building was offering housing assistance to families who had been living there, city officials said. The church was also collecting donations of food, clothes, mattresses, water and hygiene products, officials added. | https://phl17.com/news/ap-top-headlines/ap-condemned-building-used-by-homeless-people-falls-in-brazil-killing-14-people/ | 2023-07-09 18:57:47 | 1 | https://phl17.com/news/ap-top-headlines/ap-condemned-building-used-by-homeless-people-falls-in-brazil-killing-14-people/ |
NEW YORK (AP) — The question for weeks leading into the NBA draft was whether the first pick would be Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren or Jabari Smith Jr.
The answer finally came Thursday night — and even Banchero didn’t know it until moments before the announcement of the Orlando Magic’s selection.
“I had a feeling from the information I was being told is that it was just kind of up in the air,” Banchero said. “Orlando wasn’t really sure yet, and just to be ready for whatever,
“I didn’t find out, though, that I was actually getting picked until about 20 seconds before the commissioner got on the stage. I didn’t even have time to really think about it or anything. It just kind of happened. I can’t believe it, but I’m ready. I’m ready.”
After leading the Blue Devils to the Final Four in coach Mike Krzyzewski’s final season, the 6-foot-10 forward was called first by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to begin the draft, beating out fellow first-year forwards Smith and Holmgren.
The order had been debated throughout the process, with Smith often considered the player who would go No. 1.
Instead, he wasn’t even second, falling behind Holmgren to Houston at No. 3.
“Definitely added a chip, but God makes no mistakes, so I’m happy to be here,” Smith said. “I’m happy to be where I’m wanted. I’m happy to get to Houston and just show them, give them what they picked. Just happy to be here.”
All the players picked looked thrilled, with Banchero among those crying or coming close as they hugged friends and family.
Wearing a purple suit full of bling, he received a loud ovation inside Barclays Center, where Duke lost in the ACC Tournament final.
The Magic were picking first for the fourth time and they’ve done well with their previous choices. They took Shaquille O’Neal in 1992, traded the rights to Chris Webber for Penny Hardaway the next year, and went with Dwight Howard in 2004.
All eventually reached the NBA Finals with the Magic.
Holmgren went second to the Oklahoma City Thunder after the 7-footer led the West Coast Conference in blocked shots, rebounding and shooting percentage at Gonzaga. He looked sharp in his black suit but may need it to eventually be a bigger size for success in the NBA, as he’s listed at just 195 pounds.
He’s not worried about that talk.
“I wake up every day with a plan on how to make myself a better person, better basketball player,” Holmgren said. “I put so much effort into executing that, that it doesn’t really leave room to put effort into things that, one, I can’t control, and two, don’t help make me better.”
The Rockets were happy to end up in Smith who has the skills to go higher. The 6-10 forward from Auburn is a natural fit in the current NBA game, able to defend all three frontcourt positions and with a shooting stroke that allowed him to hit 42% behind the arc.
Forward Keegan Murray, after a huge leap in his second season in Iowa, jumped all the way to the No. 4 pick by the Sacramento Kings. The Detroit Pistons, a year after taking Cade Cunningham with the No. 1 pick, took athletic Purdue guard Jaden Ivey fifth.
Before the selections began, Silver congratulated the Golden State Warriors on their recent NBA championship and reminded fans that their core of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green was built through the draft.
All the teams at the top of this draft need help and have recent high picks already on their rosters, so will hope the Warriors way works for them as well.
Bennedict Mathurin, a Canadian who played at Arizona, went to Indiana with the No. 6 pick. The Portland Trail Blazers followed with Kentucky’s Shaedon Sharpe, Dyson Daniels of the G League Ignite was taken eighth by New Orleans, Baylor’s Jeremy Sochan stayed in Texas with San Antonio at No. 9, and Washington rounded out the top 10 with Wisconsin’s Johnny Davis.
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PHOENIX (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr.’s long-awaited return to the baseball field included zero hits, one terrific defensive play and a victory for the San Diego Padres.
Trent Grisham had two doubles and four RBIs, Xander Bogaerts added a two-run homer and the Padres beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-5 in Tatis’ return from a PED suspension Thursday night.
“It’s great to be back out there with my boys,” Tatis said. “Just happy to get that ‘W’ and be back out there. Embraced every single moment, embraced the fans, embraced everything.”
Tatis was 0 for 5 with two strikeouts in his first regular-season game since 2021, batting leadoff and playing right field. His highlight of the night came on defense in the eighth, when he sprinted back and to his left before snagging a line drive, robbing Josh Rojas of an extra-base hit.
Manager Bob Melvin said when the ball came off Rojas’ bat, he didn’t even look to see where it landed because he thought it was a sure double. Then he heard the fans roar and realized Tatis — who made the switch to the outfield from shortstop during the offseason — had made the catch.
“It’s just not that easy to come in and get four or five hits like everyone expects,” Melvin said. “But he definitely contributed in the outfield.”
The 24-year-old Tatis missed all of last season, first because of a broken left wrist and then an 80-game PED suspension.
Grisham and Bogaerts were among the Padres that made up for Tatis’ slow offensive start. Grisham drove home two runs in the second inning to give the Padres a 2-0 lead and had another two-run double in the sixth that made it 7-5.
Bogaerts mashed a 405-foot shot in the third for his fifth homer of the season. Matt Carpenter also had a solo homer.
Tatis was greeted with a mix of cheers and boos in his first at-bats at Chase Field, thanks to a large contingent of Padres fans.
“There were more Padres fans than Arizona fans,” Tatis said. “It was amazing how they showed up, they were loud and it felt like we were at home.”
The Padres jumped to a 5-1 lead after Carpenter’s homer in the fourth, but the D-backs responded with four runs in the bottom of the inning off righty Michael Wacha to tie it. Rojas had a two-run single in the rally.
Wacha last just four innings, giving up five runs on 10 hits. He struck out three and walked one. Brent Honeywell (2-0) got the win with two scoreless innings of relief. Josh Hader worked the ninth for his sixth save in as many chances.
Arizona right-hander Ryne Nelson gave up five runs over five innings. Kyle Nelson (3-1) took the loss after giving up two unearned runs in relief.
The D-backs lost despite a 12-7 advantage in hits. Christian Walker had a three-hit night, including a double and an RBI.
BUMGARNER OUT
The Diamondbacks also made roster news Thursday, though it was a subtraction instead of an addition.
Arizona designated four-time All-Star Madison Bumgarner for assignment following his latest shaky start, eating roughly $34.4 million of the salary from his $85 million, five-year deal that was signed in 2020.
The 33-year-old allowed at least five runs in three of his four starts this season and dropped to 1-3 with a 10.26 ERA after his latest blowup at St. Louis on Wednesday.
The left-hander hasn’t lived up to expectations in the desert since signing his long-term deal. A postseason hero for San Francisco, he has gone 15-32 with a 5.23 ERA in 69 starts and is having his worst season with Arizona.
MAKING MOVES
Padres: Sent OF Brandon Dixon to Triple-A to make room for Tatis. They also transferred RHP Robert Suarez to the 60-day IL.
Diamondbacks: RHP Anthony Misiewicz was added to the roster after Bumgarner was designated for assignment.
UP NEXT
The Padres send RHP Seth Lugo (2-0, 2.70 ERA) to the mound Friday night. He’ll face RHP Zac Gallen (2-1, 3.33 ERA), who has thrown 14 2/3 scoreless innings over his past two starts.
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NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ: FRSH) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
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(The Hill) — Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) said that claims that he stole money from a GoFundMe for a veteran’s dying dog were “shocking” and “insane,” denying the news that surfaced on Tuesday.
Two veterans accused Santos of helping raise and then running off with thousands of dollars in 2016 for a dog who needed cancer treatments and belonged to one of the veterans, who was homeless at the time, according to the story from Patch.com.
“The reports that I would let a dog die is shocking & insane,” Santos tweeted on Thursday. “My work in animal advocacy was the labor of love & hard work.”
The dog, Sapphire, died in 2017. The veterans’ account of their interactions with Santos in the Patch story included alleged text messages with the freshman lawmaker, who was going by Anthony Devolder, an alias he used. They said Santos made off with around $3,000.
Santos claimed to have founded Friends of Pets United as a charity, but reporting from the New York Times in December found that the organization was not a registered nonprofit. But Santos said on Twitter that he had received messages about pets that he had helped “reduce” over the years.
“Over the past 24hr I have received pictures of dogs I helped reduce throughout the years along with supportive messages,” Santos said in the tweet.
Santos also denied reports on Thursday that he performed in a drag queen beauty pageant in Brazil.
Santos has admitted to fabricating his resume and past experiences. He has come under fierce pressure from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, with some Republicans urging him to resign. He was seated on two House committees this week.
He is under federal and state investigation. | https://www.kron4.com/news/national/santos-claims-by-veteran-that-i-stole-money-from-dogs-charity-shocking-and-insane/ | 2023-01-19 18:10:45 | 1 | https://www.kron4.com/news/national/santos-claims-by-veteran-that-i-stole-money-from-dogs-charity-shocking-and-insane/ |
Home sales dropped 20% in August from a year ago
Home sales declined for the seventh month in a row in August as higher mortgage rates and stubbornly high prices pushed prospective buyers out of the market.
Sales of existing homes -- which include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops -- were down 19.9% from a year ago and down 0.4% from July, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors.
Sales in August were at their weakest level since May 2020, which was an anomaly because that was in the early days of the pandemic lockdown. Setting that aside, sales last month were the weakest they have been since November 2015.
A year-over-year decline in sales was seen in all price categories, with steeper drops at the lower end, and in all regions, dropping the most in the West where affordability challenges are greatest.
Home prices continued to climb during the month, although it was the lowest year-over-year increase since June 2020. The median home price was $389,500 in August, up 7.7% from a year ago, according to the report. That's down from the record high of $413,800 in June. The price increase marks more than a decade of year-over-year monthly gains.
"The housing sector is the most sensitive to and experiences the most immediate impacts from the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy changes," said Lawrence Yun, NAR's chief economist. "The softness in home sales reflects this year's escalating mortgage rates."
The average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage reached 6% last week, the highest it has been since 2008 and roughly double what it was a year ago.
Inventory remains tight
With sales dropping only modestly from July, the slowdown in the market may stabilize, Yun said, assuming mortgage rates stabilize.
"But all bets are off if mortgage rates go higher," said Yun. "Homeowners who may have typically made a move -- because of a new job or another child or to be in a different school district -- may stay in their current home because they love their low interest rates they already locked in during the past two and a half years."
The "staying put" effect is keeping the inventory of homes for sale tight. While it might seem like a drop in sales would mean a glut of homes on the market, fewer people are bringing their homes to market. And new listings are going really fast, moving from listing to contract in 16 days.
Video below: Housing market proves challenging for prospective buyers
Inventory of homes for sale at the end of August was down 1.5% from July and unchanged from the previous year, at 1,280,000 units. And homes are still selling fast. At the current sales pace, it would take 3.2 months to sell all that inventory, identical to July and up from 2.6 months a year ago, because there are fewer sales. A balanced market, Yun said, is closer to a 4- to a 5-month supply.
"Inventory will remain tight in the coming months and even for the next couple of years, increasing the need for more new-home construction to boost supply," said Yun.
Home prices are cooling off
The market typically sees a seasonal drop of about 1% a month in home prices during the summer, but this year those monthly drops are bigger -- down 3.6% in July from June, and a 2.4% drop in August from June, though national home prices are still higher than a year ago.
Some local markets may be seeing year-over-year declines, Yun said.
But with the rising cost to finance a home, buyers have to look at much lower priced homes to keep payments affordable.
If you bought a $300,000 home last year with an interest rate at 3%, the monthly payment would have been $1,265, said Yun. In order to keep that same monthly payment, they'd have to look at a home priced 30% lower today.
"That is not appealing to many buyers," he said.
In August, first-time buyers were responsible for 29% of sales. That's the same as last month and a year ago.
"The number of first-time buyers is not moving up," said Yun. "The share should be above 30% or closer to 40%. But first time buyers are really struggling, given the current affordability challenges." | https://www.wesh.com/article/home-sales-dropped-in-august-from-a-year-ago/41318694 | 2022-09-21 20:20:47 | 1 | https://www.wesh.com/article/home-sales-dropped-in-august-from-a-year-ago/41318694 |
Social media clowns DaBaby after his concert in Alabama had a BOGO deal for tickets.
The rapper is set to go on his Baby On Baby 2 tour and fans noticed that he will be performing at Iron City in Birmingham, Alabama on a steal! The venue is said to be one of the city’s smallest venues holding 1,300 people. Fans can get two tickets for the price of one at $22, plus a $5.92 fee. Many people think that this is a direct result of all of his antics and a sign that DaBaby has fallen off.
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DaBaby seemed to respond to the claims with a video of a performance in Boston in front of a large crowd. “STOP IT. Tell em how we rocking Boston,” he said in his caption.
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According to sources, his latest album, Baby On Baby 2 has done a fraction of his previous albums. As reported, “2021’s Blame It On Baby moved 124K units in its first week. 2020’s Kirk topped the Billboard 200 with 145K units. In comparison, his latest opus only moved 17K, which prompted many to believe that he fell off.”
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AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) — A Republican lawmaker in Texas said he would like to enact a statewide ban that would prevent minors from attending drag performances.
Texas Rep. Bryan Slaton, R-Mineola, posted on social media Monday that he plans to introduce legislation during next year’s legislative session aimed at “protecting kids from drag shows and other inappropriate displays.” This announcement apparently came after videos surfaced online showing children attending a drag showcase in Dallas this past weekend.
“I promised my voters that I would stand up for their values and fight to protect Texas kids,” Slaton said in a statement. “I was re-elected on that promise and I intend to keep it by authoring legislation to defend kids from being subjected to drag shows and other inappropriate events. I look forward to working with my colleagues to pass this important legislation.”
It’s unclear what kind of enforcement this potential legislation would include or what the exact language of the proposal would be. Lawmakers, however, would not be able to consider this proposal until they return to the State Capitol for another legislative session, which is scheduled to begin Jan. 10 next year.
In response to Slaton’s Twitter posts Monday, critics on social media questioned what lawmakers are considering as priorities given other situations happening in Texas, like the recent deadly school shooting that killed 19 children and two teachers in Uvalde.
Texas Rep. Erin Zwiener, D-Driftwood, went after Republicans by writing on Twitter, “Texans don’t need a nanny y’all, & that’s who the GOP wants to be. Over your shoulder, judging your parenting every single day.”
Slaton also said in his statement Monday he intends to pursue legislation next session that would officially classify gender-affirming care as “child abuse.”
Earlier this year in February, Gov. Greg Abbott sent a letter to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and directed the agency “to conduct prompt and thorough investigations of any reported instances of Texas children being subjected to abusive gender-transitioning procedures.” His letter stated doctors and nurses could face punishments for failing to report such care and mentioned that DFPS should look into parents who pursue it for their kids.
This followed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issuing a 13-page legal opinion in which he argued that certain gender-affirming “procedures and treatments…when performed on children, can legally constitute child abuse” under Texas Family Code.
Abbott’s directive received legal challenges to block DFPS from investigating families with transgender children. The Texas Supreme Court, however, reversed a Travis County judge’s injunction that halted child abuse investigations into families providing gender-affirming care to their kids across the state.
One family who filed the original lawsuit is still protected under the injunction, the Supreme Court ruled. The court did say neither Abbott nor Paxton can dictate what DFPS chooses to investigate, adding, “neither the governor nor the attorney general could bind DFPS’s investigatory authority.” | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/texas-lawmaker-proposes-banning-drag-shows-in-presence-of-minors/ | 2022-06-06 21:06:25 | 0 | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/texas-lawmaker-proposes-banning-drag-shows-in-presence-of-minors/ |
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The State Department of Transportation is making good on its promise to enhance signage warning truck drivers of the railroad bridge over Onondaga Lake Parkway.
NewsChannel 9 spotted a new sign recently installed over the ramp from I-81 to Onondaga Lake Parkway on Tuesday, June 20.
In April, on NewsChannel 9’s Newsmakers, DOT Regional Director Dave Smith said new signs were planned.
“There are some other signs that we’re looking at. Maybe some enhancements. Maybe change out some signs. Something to get the driver’s attention,” Smith said in the interview.
The new sign reads “Onondaga Lake Parkway” on a typical green background with a “Low Bridge” label on a yellow background. It also includes a truck icon behind a red slash.
The sign featuring a truck icon behind a red circle and slash was a suggestion made public by longtime truck driver Steven Lee who shared his idea with NewsChannel 9 in April. | https://www.localsyr.com/the-parkway-problem/state-dot-installs-new-sign-ahead-of-onondaga-lake-parkway-warning-drivers-of-incoming-low-bridge/ | 2023-06-21 02:33:02 | 1 | https://www.localsyr.com/the-parkway-problem/state-dot-installs-new-sign-ahead-of-onondaga-lake-parkway-warning-drivers-of-incoming-low-bridge/ |
How do you know when it's the right person? Some of the stars of The Summer I Turned Pretty have figured it out.
Ever since the Amazon Prime Video series premiered on June 17, fans have been curious to know whether the love lives of Lola Tung, Christopher Briney and Gavin Casalegno—who play Belly, Conrad and Jeremiah respectively—are as complicated as their onscreen personas. After all, the Jenny Han adaptation centers around a love triangle between Belly and the brothers.
And as it turns out, Cousins Beach isn't the only place for romance and drama: The actors themselves have experienced love, heartbreak and everything in between as well. Take Christopher and Gavin for example, who each found love with someone from their past. Meanwhile, online dating has admittedly left David Iacono—the man who brought Belly's adorably awkward summer crush Cam to life—with a bad taste in his mouth.
As for Lola and the rest of the cast? We've got the intel.
Read on to see who's single and who's taken. | https://www.eonline.com/news/1336334/inside-the-love-lives-of-the-summer-i-turned-pretty-stars | 2022-07-02 10:18:47 | 1 | https://www.eonline.com/news/1336334/inside-the-love-lives-of-the-summer-i-turned-pretty-stars |
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan’s prime minister has ordered a review of the ban on the country’s Oscar entry, the movie “Joyland,” days after the measure was imposed, one of his advisers said.
The movie, which features a love story between a married man and a transgender woman, is Pakistan’s entry for next year’s Academy Awards and was a prizewinner at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.
But the film has caused controversy in Muslim-majority Pakistan and state censors last week banned its showings at movie theaters, reversing a previous all-clear for release.
According to a tweet late on Monday from Salman Sufi, an adviser to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, a high-level committee is being set up to assess “Joyland” and review the ban.
Transgender people are considered outcasts by many in Pakistan, despite some progress with a law that protects their rights and a landmark Supreme Court ruling designating them as a third gender,
“The committee will assess the complaints as well as merits to decide on its release in Pakistan,” Sufi tweeted. He could not immediately be contacted for more details.
The movie’s director, Saim Sadiq, called the ban “unconstitutional and illegal.”
“Joyland” was scheduled for release in Pakistan on Friday. | https://pix11.com/entertainment/ap-entertainment/ap-aide-pakistani-pm-orders-review-of-ban-on-oscar-entry-film/ | 2022-11-15 19:22:01 | 1 | https://pix11.com/entertainment/ap-entertainment/ap-aide-pakistani-pm-orders-review-of-ban-on-oscar-entry-film/ |
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WXOW) - UW-La Crosse is looking to bring home some more hardware as the D-III track championships continue through Saturday in Rochester, New York.
Friday's running events were all prelims with finals to come Saturday.
The Eagle men showed some strong will as Sam Blaskowski won his heat in the 100 meter dash with a time of 10.28 seconds. Cael Schoemann finished second in his 800 meter run heat.
Blaskowski, along with three teammates, broke a 17-year record in the 4x100 meter relay on Thursday that can be watched by clicking here.
The women are doing arguably better so far. Emma Lawrence clocked in with a 13.75 in the 100 meter hurdles, good for second in the heat. Lauren Jarrett did win her 100 meter dash heat with a time of 11.60 seconds.
For field events, Skye Digman won the national title in the women's shot put with a throw of 15.16 meters.
The UW-L men currently sit 9th in the standings while the woman are 3rd.
Click here for updated results from the meet. | https://www.wxow.com/sports/eagles-fairing-well-so-far-at-national-track-championships/article_79368868-fc32-11ed-9527-57a0f46c53e8.html | 2023-05-27 03:03:44 | 1 | https://www.wxow.com/sports/eagles-fairing-well-so-far-at-national-track-championships/article_79368868-fc32-11ed-9527-57a0f46c53e8.html |
Forecasting Our Future: How some are pitching in to combat severe weather
Forecasting Our Future: How some are pitching in to combat severe weather
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Partnership with Cenergistic Achieves Energy Efficiencies Across the
School District
DALLAS, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the cost of utilities continues to rise, an energy savings partnership is supporting Montgomery ISD's commitment to sound fiscal management and conservative budgeting practices.
Montgomery ISD partnered with energy management company Cenergistic during the 2020-21 school year to create energy efficiencies across the district. The combined efforts of Cenergistic's energy specialists, MISD technicians, and district employees generated a cost avoidance of more than one million dollars in the first year.
Montgomery ISD is using these funds to bridge the gap between the state funding Montgomery ISD receives per student, which is considerably less than the average per-student funding received by other school districts across Texas. Additionally, Montgomery ISD is subject to a state law referred to as "Robin Hood", which, because of Montgomery ISD's rising property values, requires the district to send a portion of its local property tax revenues back to the state for redistribution to other school districts and charter schools.
"With the gap between the state per pupil funding and MISD significant and growing, we must always work intentionally to be efficient with taxpayer dollars in order to remain competitive with teacher compensation and academic programming," Superintendent Dr. Heath Morrison said. "Conservative fiscal management is a top priority for our board and leadership team, and we are constantly examining ways we can manage our limited resources more effectively. Our partnership with Cenergistic gives us extra assistance to conserve energy and identify ways to put those savings back into our budget."
Cenergistic is also helping Montgomery ISD identify areas that may need equipment upgrades so that the facilities are running most efficiently. The Cenergistic program also allows the district to realize cost avoidance on an ongoing basis.
"We know how important it is to ensure every facility, every classroom has proper ventilation in order to provide a comfortable and productive learning environment for students and teachers," Dr. William S. Spears, Founder and CEO of Cenergistic said. "Additionally, our goal is to help school districts save money on energy costs with no up-front capital investment."
"Our school district budget is incredibly lean," Montgomery ISD Board Trustee Mike Hopkins said. "The cost avoidance from this partnership has been critical to the district as we planned our budget for this year. I applaud our district's focus on fiscal management to bridge the per-student funding gap we see in our district compared to the rest of the state."
The Cenergistic energy conservation program delivers financial savings as well as an environmental benefit from a reduced carbon footprint. Cenergistic partners typically save 24% on expected energy costs without adding any new equipment and have earned more than 13,000 ENERGY STAR recognitions.
Since 1986 Cenergistic has partnered with 1,500+ educational, local government, healthcare and faith-based organizations, delivering $6.4 billion in utility savings. These strong results come from the application of Cenergistic's science-based strategies enhanced by our patented Cenergistic Optimize™ software platform to drive building and equipment optimization. Our energy conservation program reduces utility consumption by an average of 24% with no capital investment while maintaining or improving the comfort and quality of building environments. For 14 consecutive years, Cenergistic has been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency as ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year or Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence. To learn more, visit www.cenergistic.com.
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(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)
Silas Laycock, UMass Lowell
(THE CONVERSATION) The James Webb Space Telescope team has released the first science-quality images from the new telescope. In them are the oldest galaxies ever seen by human eyes, evidence of water on a planet 1,000 light-years away and incredible details showing the birth and death of stars. Webb’s purpose is to explore origins – of the universe, of galaxies, of stars and of life – and the five images released on July 12, 2022, make good on that promise.
Once the suite of instruments onboard all cooled down and were running smoothly, astronomers wasted no time in putting Webb to work. Each of the first images contains enough data to produce major scientific results on their own.
Webb was designed to collect light across the entire red to mid-infrared spectrum – wavelengths of light that are blocked by Earth’s atmosphere. And with its giant mirror and sun-shade blocking infrared emitted by the Sun, Earth and Moon, Webb can produce images of a sharpness never before achieved by any other telescope.
The buzz among professional astronomers like me has been electric since members of the Webb team shared tantalizing test images. And the real images are even better than anyone could have hoped for. During the presentation where the first images were released, Webb project scientist Jane Rigby remarked “for Webb there is no blank sky, everywhere it looks it sees distant galaxies.” Most of those galaxies were invisible until now.
Ancient galaxies and the early universe
The first Webb image the world saw is of a galaxy cluster known to astronomers as SMACS 0723. It lies in the southern hemisphere sky and is 5.12 billion light-years from Earth.
The detail of the thousands of individual galaxies in the image is stunning. It is like the universe in high definition, and I encourage you to look at the full resolution image and zoom in to truly appreciate the details.
The large white galaxies in the middle of the image belong to the cluster and are similar in age to the Sun and Earth. Surrounding and interspersed among the cluster galaxies are more distant galaxies, but stretched into spectacular arcs as if seen through a magnifying glass. And that is exactly what is happening. The background galaxies are much farther from Earth but appear magnified, as their light is bent toward Earth by the gravity of the much closer cluster.
In the background you can see faint red galaxies scattered like rubies across the sky. Those galaxies are even farther away. By measuring precise attributes of their light, astronomers can tell that they formed over 13 billion years ago and even determine the abundance of different elements in these early galaxies.
Webb is not only producing incredibly sharp images, but it is doing so easily when compared to its predecessor, the Hubble Space Telescope, which was launched in 1990. As Rigby quipped, “… the Hubble Extremely Deep Field took two weeks of exposure, Webb went deeper before breakfast.” Once Webb carries out longer observations that allow it to collect more light from faint stars or galaxies, astronomers will be able to see some of the first stars and galaxies that formed right after the Big Bang.
Understanding planets around other stars
The second reveal was not of an image but a spectrum – a breakdown of the strength of light at different wavelengths.
Webb pointed its mirror at the exoplanet WASP 96-B – a giant hot gas planet orbiting a star about 1,000 light-years from Earth – as the planet passed in front of its parent star. During this transit, a portion of the star’s light was filtered through the planet’s atmosphere and left a “chemical fingerprint” in the light’s unique spectrum. The specifics of this fingerprint strongly suggest that there is water vapor, clouds and haze in the atmosphere of WASP 96-B.
As Webb moves on to observe smaller planets that could potentially harbor life, astronomers expect to detect the fingerprints of oxygen, nitrogen, ammonia and carbon in the form of methane and other hydrocarbons. The goal is to find biosignatures of life – that is, chemistry that would point toward the atmosphere being modified by living organisms.
The technical challenge of doing this type of observation, called transit spectroscopy, is enormous, and this initial result barely scratches the surface of the scientific content of the spectrum.
Galactic dances and the lives of stars
The last three images showed the incredible resolution of Webb’s optics as the telescope explored the birth and death of stars.
Webb’s ability to capture light in the mid-infrared range allows its cameras to cut through dense clouds of dust and gas. This ability helped Webb to capture spectacular details of the Carina Nebula where stars are born.
Webb is also excellently suited to study the end of a star’s life. As stars get old, they can puff off their outer layers and form nebulas like the stunning Southern Ring Nebula, which was imaged by Webb. The image revealed never-before-seen details of successive waves of matter expelled by the dying central star. While Hubble was unable to see through the expanding cloud of dust and debris, Webb provided the first look at the binary star system that formed the nebula.
The last photo from Webb’s coming out party showed Stephan’s Quintet, a group of five galaxies 300 million light-years from Earth, interacting in a cosmic dance. Thanks to the suite of complementary instruments aboard Webb, the telescope can simultaneously pick up details of individual stars in these galaxies, see the cold dust and gas fueling star formation within these galaxies and – most remarkably – block out the stars, gas and dust to see the material swirling around the supermassive black hole at the center of one of the galaxies.
Webb also captured data on the spectra of hundreds of individual star-forming regions in the Quintet, which will take months to analyze and study.
Webb is the result of 25 years of work by thousands of scientists, engineers and administrators belonging to an international collaboration of space agencies, companies, research centers and universities worldwide. John Mather, a project leader for Webb, emotionally described the journey: “This was hard to do. It is difficult to express just how hard this was. There were so many thousands of ways it could have gone wrong.”
But it didn’t go wrong. It all came together, and now humanity’s greatest space telescope is open for business.
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here: https://theconversation.com/james-webb-space-telescope-an-astronomer-explains-the-stunning-newly-released-first-images-186800. | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/James-Webb-Space-Telescope-An-astronomer-17301022.php | 2022-07-13 00:25:48 | 1 | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/James-Webb-Space-Telescope-An-astronomer-17301022.php |
WA Seattle WA Zone Forecast for Friday, July 15, 2022
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513 FPUS56 KSEW 160956
ZFPSEW
Zone Forecast Product for Western Washington
National Weather Service Seattle WA
255 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
Spot temperatures and probabilities of measurable precipitation
are for today, tonight, and Sunday.
WAZ558-162300-
Seattle and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Seattle, Shoreline, Federal Way, and Kent
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy until late afternoon then becoming mostly
sunny. A slight chance of showers and patchy drizzle in the
morning, then patchy drizzle late in the morning. Highs in the
upper 60s to mid 70s. Light wind becoming southwest to 10 mph in
the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the 50s. North wind 10 to 15 mph in the evening
becoming light.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. Light
wind becoming northwest around 10 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the 50s. Northwest wind
around 10 mph becoming south after midnight.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s. South wind around
10 mph in the morning becoming light.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s to lower 80s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Seattle 73 55 70 / 20 10 10
$$
WAZ559-162300-
Bremerton and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Bremerton and Silverdale
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning, then patchy drizzle late in the morning.
Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. Light wind becoming northeast
to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. North wind 10 to 15 mph in
the evening becoming light.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the 60s to lower 70s. Light
wind becoming northeast around 10 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
South wind to 10 mph in the evening becoming light.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. Light
wind.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Bremerton 72 53 68 / 10 10 10
$$
WAZ507-162300-
Everett and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Everett, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Marysville,
and Arlington
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Cloudy with a slight chance of showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning, then partly sunny with a slight chance of
showers early in the afternoon. Mostly sunny late in the
afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. Light wind becoming
west to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph
becoming south after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly
sunny. Highs in the 60s. West wind to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West
wind around 10 mph in the evening becoming light.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. Light
wind.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Edmonds 69 55 67 / 20 10 10
Everett 70 53 66 / 20 10 10
$$
WAZ509-162300-
Tacoma Area-
Including the cities of Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, and Sumner
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning, then patchy drizzle late in the morning.
Highs in the 70s. Southwest wind to 10 mph becoming west around
10 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind to 10 mph in the
evening becoming light.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. Light
wind.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
Northwest wind around 10 mph becoming southwest after midnight.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s. Light wind.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs near 80.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Puyallup 75 54 72 / 20 10 10
Tacoma 74 53 71 / 10 10 10
$$
WAZ556-162300-
Bellevue and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, and Issaquah
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Cloudy with a slight chance of showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning, then partly sunny in the afternoon. Highs
in the lower to mid 70s. Light wind.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the 50s. North wind around 10 mph in the evening
becoming light.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs near 70. Light wind.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the 50s. Light wind.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s. Light wind.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Bellevue 74 56 71 / 20 10 10
$$
WAZ555-162300-
East Puget Sound Lowlands-
Including the cities of Gold Bar, Enumclaw, North Bend,
and Buckley
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers until late
afternoon. Patchy drizzle late in the morning. Highs in the lower
to mid 70s. Light wind.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. Northwest
wind around 10 mph becoming south to 10 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. Light
wind becoming northwest around 10 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
Northwest wind around 10 mph in the evening becoming light.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
morning. Highs in the 70s. Light wind.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Gold Bar 75 54 71 / 20 10 10
Enumclaw 73 52 70 / 20 10 10
North Bend 76 53 72 / 20 10 10
$$
WAZ503-162300-
Western Whatcom County-
Including the cities of Bellingham, Blaine, and Lynden
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy until late afternoon then becoming mostly
sunny. A chance of showers in the morning, then a slight chance
of showers in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
South wind to 10 mph becoming southwest around 10 mph in the
afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the 50s. Southwest wind around 10 mph becoming
south after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. South wind 10 to
15 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the 50s. Southwest wind
around 10 mph becoming south after midnight.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
morning. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. South wind 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Bellingham 70 55 68 / 30 10 20
Sumas 73 56 71 / 30 10 20
$$
WAZ506-162300-
Western Skagit County-
Including the cities of Mount Vernon, Anacortes, Sedro-Woolley,
and Burlington
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Cloudy in the morning then becoming partly sunny. A
chance of showers in the morning. Patchy drizzle in the morning.
A slight chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s
to lower 70s. South wind to 10 mph becoming southwest around
10 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind to 10 mph
becoming south after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the 60s to lower 70s. South wind to 10 mph
becoming southwest around 10 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West
wind around 10 mph becoming south after midnight.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
morning. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. South wind to 10 mph
becoming southwest in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower to mid 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Anacortes 69 54 68 / 30 10 20
Mount Vernon 72 54 70 / 30 10 20
$$
WAZ001-162300-
San Juan County-
Including the cities of Friday Harbor, Eastsound,
and Roche Harbor
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy until late afternoon then becoming mostly
sunny. A slight chance of showers until late afternoon. Highs in
the mid 60s to lower 70s. Light wind becoming south around 10 mph
in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the 50s. Southwest wind around 10 mph becoming
west after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then mostly sunny with a
slight chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s
to lower 70s. Southwest wind to 10 mph becoming south around
10 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the 50s. South wind around
10 mph becoming southwest after midnight.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. South
wind to 10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 70.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 70.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs near 70.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the 50s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs near 70.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Friday Harbor 69 53 69 / 20 10 20
Eastsound 68 56 67 / 20 10 20
$$
WAZ510-162300-
Admiralty Inlet Area-
Including the cities of Port Townsend and Port Ludlow
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Cloudy with a slight chance of showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning, then partly sunny with a slight chance of
showers in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
Light wind becoming west around 10 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind
10 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the 60s. West wind 10 to 15 mph decreasing to
10 mph or less in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West
wind 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. South
wind to 10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Oak Harbor 65 53 65 / 20 10 20
Port Townsend 65 53 65 / 20 10 20
$$
WAZ511-162300-
Hood Canal Area-
Including the cities of Hoodsport and Brinnon
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the morning.
Patchy drizzle late in the morning, then a slight chance of
showers in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
Southwest wind to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind 10 to 15 mph
becoming southwest after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. Light wind becoming
south to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West
wind to 10 mph becoming southwest after midnight.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s. South wind to 10 mph in
the morning becoming light.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs near 80.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid to upper 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s to lower 80s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s to lower 80s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Shelton 74 52 72 / 10 10 10
$$
WAZ504-162300-
Southwest Interior-
Including the cities of Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Centralia,
and Toledo
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. West
wind to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows near 50. West wind 10 to 15 mph
becoming southwest after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
Southwest wind to 10 mph becoming west around 10 mph in the
afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s to mid 50s.
West wind 10 to 15 mph becoming southwest after midnight.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s. Southwest wind to
10 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs near 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Chehalis 73 52 71 / 10 0 10
Olympia 74 51 72 / 20 0 10
$$
WAZ512-162300-
Lower Chehalis Valley Area-
Including the city of Montesano
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. West
wind to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows near 50. West wind to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. West
wind to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s to mid 50s. West wind around
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 70s. Light wind becoming
west to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s to lower 80s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear in the evening then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny in the morning then becoming sunny.
Highs in the 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower to mid 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the 70s.
$$
WAZ514-162300-
Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca-
Including the cities of Sequim and Port Angeles
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Highs in
the 60s. Wind variable to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind
10 to 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the 60s. West wind 10 to 15 mph becoming
variable to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West
wind 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs near 70. Wind variable to 10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs near 70.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Port Angeles 66 53 66 / 20 10 20
Sequim 66 53 66 / 20 10 20
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WAZ515-162300-
Western Strait of Juan De Fuca-
Including the cities of Joyce and Clallam Bay
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s. Wind variable to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. West wind 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s. Wind variable to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s to mid 50s.
West wind 10 to 15 mph becoming variable to 10 mph after
midnight.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 60s to lower 70s. Wind
variable to 10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs near 70.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 60s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Sekiu 63 52 63 / 20 10 20
$$
WAZ517-162300-
Central Coast-
Including the cities of Hoquiam, Aberdeen, Westport,
and Ocean Shores
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the 60s to lower 70s. Light wind
becoming west around 10 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 40s to mid 50s.
Northwest wind to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the 60s. Northwest wind to
10 mph becoming west in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the 50s. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s. West
wind to 10 mph increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs near 70.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly
sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs near 70.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Hoquiam 66 54 65 / 10 0 0
$$
WAZ516-162300-
North Coast-
Including the cities of Neah Bay, La Push, and Forks
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s. Light wind becoming west
around 10 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind around 10 mph
becoming northwest to 10 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s. West wind to 10 mph
increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind 10 to 15 mph
decreasing to 10 mph or less after midnight.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the 60s. West wind to 10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 60s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 60s.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Forks 67 52 66 / 10 0 10
$$
WAZ513-162300-
Olympics-
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers. Snow level
near 8000 feet.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy in the evening then becoming partly
cloudy. Freezing level near 11500 feet.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Snow level near 7000 feet.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Freezing level near 9000 feet.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 11500 feet increasing to
14000 feet in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Freezing level near 13500 feet.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Hurricane Ridge 52 41 50 / 20 10 20
$$
WAZ567-162300-
Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties-
Including the cities of Marblemount and Concrete
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. A chance of snow showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning. A slight chance of showers through the
day. A slight chance of snow showers in the afternoon. Snow level
near 9000 feet.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Freezing level near 12000 feet.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Snow level near 7500 feet.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of thunderstorms
and showers in the evening, then a chance of showers, snow
showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms after midnight. Snow
level near 9000 feet.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
morning. Snow level near 9500 feet. Freezing level near
12500 feet in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Freezing level near 13000 feet.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Mount Baker 57 46 53 / 20 10 20
$$
WAZ568-162300-
Cascades of Snohomish and King Counties-
Including the cities of Snoqualmie Pass, Darrington, and Index
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers until late
afternoon. Patchy drizzle late in the morning. Snow level near
9000 feet. Afternoon pass temperatures in the mid to upper 60s.
Light wind in the passes becoming west around 10 mph in the
afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Freezing level near 12500 feet. West wind in the passes
around 10 mph in the evening becoming light.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Snow level near 7500 feet. Afternoon pass temperatures
in the lower 60s. Northwest wind in the passes around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. A slight chance of showers. Snow level near 8000 feet.
Northwest wind in the passes around 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers in the
morning. Snow level near 9000 feet. Freezing level near
13000 feet in the afternoon. Afternoon pass temperatures in the
mid to upper 60s. Light wind in the passes.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 15000 feet.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Freezing level near 15000 feet.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Freezing level near 13500 feet.
TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION
Snoqualmie Pass 67 48 62 / 10 0 10
Stevens Pass 65 46 60 / 10 0 10
$$
WAZ569-162300-
Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties-
Including the cities of Randle, Packwood, Ashford, and Morton
256 AM PDT Sat Jul 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and patchy
drizzle in the morning, then a slight chance of showers late in
the morning. Snow level near 9500 feet.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly
cloudy. Freezing level near 13500 feet.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Freezing level near 11500 feet.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Freezing level near 9500 feet.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Freezing level near 11000 feet increasing
to 14000 feet in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Freezing level near 15000 feet.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 15000 feet.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Freezing level near 15000 feet.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Freezing level near 14500 feet.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Freezing level near 14000 feet.
$$
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Talkin’ Trash Tuesday: Lexington ladies clean up their neighborhood
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - In today’s Talkin’ Trash Tuesday, a shoutout to two women who saw a need to clean up their neighborhood. These Lexington ladies are Kim Yochum on the left and Pixie Roberson on the right. They are next-door neighbors.
They are making a difference as they walk and pick up trash on both sides of Beechcreek Road in Lexington. The other day they ended up with eight huge Hefty bags filled.
If you need ideas on how to do the same contact the anti-litter groups, Palmetto Pride at https://www.palmettopride.org/ or Keep the Midlands Beautiful at https://keepthemidlandsbeautiful.org/.
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TOKYO (AP) — An attack on democracy and freedom of speech. A throwback to the political murders of prewar Japan. Terrorism.
Public outrage, handwringing and vows of defiance by politicians and on social media are widespread following the daylight assassination by homemade gun of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, a major political force even after he stepped down in 2020 as the nation’s longest-serving political leader.
“The bullet pierced the foundation of democracy,” the liberal Asahi newspaper, a regular foil of the conservative, sometimes history-revisionist Abe, said in a front-page editorial after the killing. “We tremble with rage.”
Part of the collective fury is because crime is so rare in Japan, where it’s not uncommon to see cellphones and purses lying unattended in cafes. Gun attacks are vanishingly rare, especially in recent years and especially in political settings, though they have happened.
But the shock can also be traced to the setting: Abe was killed near a crowded train station, in the middle of a campaign speech for parliamentary elections, something that Japan, despite a long history of one-party political domination and growing voter apathy, takes seriously.
Mikito Chinen, a writer and doctor, declared on Twitter that he voted Sunday because “it’s important to demonstrate that democracy will not be defeated by violence.”
This attack is unique, marking the first assassination of a former or serving leader in postwar Japan, said Mitsuru Fukuda, a crisis management professor at Nihon University, and its consequences could be grave.
“Our society may have become one where politicians and dignitaries can be targeted any time, and that is making people uneasy about getting attacked for freely expressing their views,” Fukuda said.
Many here remember the political and social turmoil of prewar Japan, when the authorities demanded unquestioned obedience on the home front as imperial troops marched across Asia; it was the antithesis of democracy, a time when assassinations, government intimidation of dissidents and curbs on free speech and assembly were rife.
In modern liberal democracies, political killing is almost unheard of, though there are still examples of political violence, such as the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.
The motive of Abe's suspected gunman, who was arrested after being tackled by security, isn’t yet clear, though police and media reports indicate that it wasn't political.
But the reemergence of assassination just days before national elections in one of the world’s most stable and affluent countries — and one that acts, along with its U.S. ally, as a political and security bulwark against decidedly undemocratic neighboring nations like China and North Korea — has raised fears that something fundamental has changed.
“Japan is a democracy, so the murder of a former prime minister is an attack on us all,” The Japan Times said in an editorial. “This was an act of terrorism.”
Political leaders carried on with their campaigns after Abe's death, with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party that Abe was once the leader of scoring an even bigger victory Sunday than expected.
“In the middle of our election, which is the foundation of democracy, we absolutely must never let violence shut out free speech,” Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said ahead of the election, amid heightened security.
Despite Japan’s high living standards and enviable safety, there are occasional acts of extreme violence, including attacks carried out by those who express a sense of failure and isolation.
One of the most recent was in October, when a man dressed in a Joker outfit stabbed an elderly man, then spread oil before setting a fire on a Tokyo subway and attempting to attack more people with a knife.
In the realm of politics, perhaps the most striking postwar assassination came in 1960, when a rightist attacked socialist leader Inejiro Asanuma with a sword before an audience of thousands.
Gun attacks, however, are a different story.
Japan has some of the strictest gun control laws in the world, based on orders issued in 1946 by occupying U.S. forces. According to the latest Justice Ministry's annual crime paper, police made 21 firearms arrests in 2020; 12 were gang related.
In 1994, a gunman shot at but missed Prime Minister Morihiro Hosokawa during a speech. Nagasaki Mayor Iccho Ito was assassinated by gunshot in 2007.
Stephen Nagy, a professor of politics and international relations at Tokyo’s International Christian University, said many of the people he's talked to consider Abe’s attack “a lone wolf incident,” not an assault on democracy.
“The primary concern was about the vacuum in leadership that will emerge as the largest political faction (Abe’s) has just lost their leader and this will have implications for the trajectory of domestic politics," Nagy said.
Compared to the United States and Europe, security for political and business leaders in Japan has often been less strict, except for at special, high-profile international events.
That was partly because of the perception of a lack of threat.
But the nature of the very public attack on Abe could lead to an emergency review of the way Japan guards its officials, and a tightening of security at election campaigns or large-scale events.
Japan used to be safe enough for politicians to get close to ordinary people, to chat and shake hands, Fukuda said. “It was a happy environment, but we may be losing it.”
“In a society where the risk of assassination is realistic, security levels have to be raised,” he said. “It’s an unfortunate development, but we cannot protect our safety otherwise.” | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Terrorism-Abe-killing-seen-as-attack-on-17296176.php | 2022-07-11 04:15:25 | 1 | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Terrorism-Abe-killing-seen-as-attack-on-17296176.php |
Oklahoma City plumber emphasizes the importance of fresh, clean water
OKLAHOMA CITY, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Champion Plumbing, a leading provider of plumbing services to the Oklahoma City area, understands the importance of having fresh clean water. In recognition of National Water Quality Month, Champion is providing tips to Oklahoma City homeowners for keeping the city's water supply clean.
"It's easy for us to go inside and grab a glass of water or take a hot shower without issues, but that wouldn't be possible without clean water," said Brent Harpole, owner of Champion Plumbing. "While this is a privilege for us, there are many other places around the world that don't get that luxury. By joining others in recognizing August as National Water Quality Month, we can take time to emphasize how vital it is to protect our freshwater supply and minimize waste."
There are a couple of things that homeowners can do to minimize negative effects on clean water. Reducing the number of chemicals used daily is one option for residents. While drains may get clogged from time to time, harmful chemicals often used to clear drains can make their way into lakes and rivers. Opting for natural solutions can be an environmentally friendly alternative for solving the problem.
Using a car wash as opposed to an at-home alternative is another simple step for protecting water quality. Chemicals used to clean cars can be flushed into nearby storm drains, which lead to fresh bodies of water. In addition to limiting chemicals, using a car wash can help reduce water waste inside a home.
"Water is not a limitless resource," Harpole said. "It is important to protect the water that we have available to us. That's why National Water Quality Month is important. Increasing awareness and taking simple steps to reduce pollution can have long-term positive effects on our water quality by keeping it safer for the next generation."
For more information about Champion Plumbing, visit https://callthechamps.com/.
Started in 2015, Champion Plumbing is led by the husband-and-wife duo of Leslie and Brent Harpole. Champion provides plumbing and water quality services to the residents of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and surrounding areas. The team specializes in water heater services, drain cleaning, garbage disposals, water filtration systems, pipe lining and whole house repipes. The company is dedicated to giving back to the local community in addition to helping them with their plumbing needs.
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BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Ricky Council is off to the NBA after signing a two-way deal with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Council wasn't taken turn the draft but signs as an undrafted free agent.
Council led the Razorbacks in scoring during his lone season in Fayetteville.
Council was fifth in the SEC in scoring and earned AP and Coaches All-SEC Second-Team honors.
He was also the Hogs leading scorer during the team's three NCAA Tournament games. Council transferred to Arkansas from Wichita State. | https://www.5newsonline.com/article/sports/ncaa/university-of-arkansas/ricky-council-signs-two-way-nba-deal-with-philadelphia-76ers/527-b2a7d7fa-cac9-4c1a-82d4-bab6be6baa55 | 2023-06-23 06:24:34 | 0 | https://www.5newsonline.com/article/sports/ncaa/university-of-arkansas/ricky-council-signs-two-way-nba-deal-with-philadelphia-76ers/527-b2a7d7fa-cac9-4c1a-82d4-bab6be6baa55 |
A black bear frolicked the emerald waters of Destin last month.
An alligator was spotted swimming ashore at a beach along Dauphin Island in May.
And repeated reports of sharks swarming the northern Gulf Coast within a short distance of beach goers is the norm.
It’s becoming the summer of the wildlife at Alabama and Florida beaches, and beyond. And the experts say it’s time for everyone to get used to it.
As the late “Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin once mused, “We don’t own the planet Earth, we belong to it. And we must share it with our wildlife.”
Beaches, too.
“We live in their world,” said Dauphin Island Mayor Jeff Collier. “Whether it’s alligators or sharks or jellyfish, we know they are there. And they end up in places they are not normally seen.”
Purple flags
The lifeguards who monitor the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are aware of the marine life encircling vacationers, particularly sharks.
But purple flags that warn people of dangerous marine life do not rise when sharks are spotted. Those flags are typically reserved whenever jellyfish, sting rays, or the Portuguese Man ‘o war are spotted or are stinging swimmers.
Purple flags are likely to be more common in the coming months as jellyfish and other stinging marine life find their way near the Gulf shorelines during the months of July and August.
“People get confused with sharks and the (purple flag) is not really there for sharks,” said Brett Lesinger, the beach safety division chief with the Orange Beach Fire Department. “When purple flags are flying, it’s when a lifeguard sees a stinging pest in the water.”
He added, ‘If there were indications that sharks are in the area and are dangerous to people, it would be double red flags.”
A double red flag means the water is closed for public use, and violators could face a fine or arrest.
“Sharks get a bad rep,” said Lt. Melvin Shepard, chief of staff with the Gulf Shores Fire Rescue Department. “This where they live. We need to understand that on any given day, there are sharks swimming within 10 feet of people, and they are not biting people.”
Beach bound bears
But a black bear swimming in the Gulf? A beach is not exactly a forest.
Todd Steury, associated dean for academic affairs at the College of Forestry at Auburn University, said the proximity of a wilderness to the beaches of Destin makes it not all that unlikely a bear might emerge.
“There’s a very large bear population quite near to Destin (in Apalachicola) and it’s not unusual for young, male bears to wander widely for a new home,” said Steury. “At this time of the year, it’s not at all unusual to see bears in places you usually don’t.”
Sean Powers, director of the University of South Alabama’s School of Marine & Environmental Sciences, said in states like Alaska – where bears are common – it was not unusual to spot a hungry grizzly searching for clams along sandy beaches and waterfronts.
“Bears are omnivores, like raccoons and will do what they can to survive,” he said.
Alligator in Dauphin Island
Alligators, while rebounding in populations, are also uncommon animals found on beaches near the saltwater of the Gulf. The alligator swimming in Dauphin Island, caught on camera in May, was an example of a rare moment.
“Alligators are much rarer in the ocean, and it only occurs when we have a freshwater rain events,” said Powers. “They usually swim back (to their natural habitat).
Said Steury, “Alligators prefer freshwater, but it’s my understanding they can tolerate saltwater for a short period of time and will sometimes be found in the ocean as they move from play to place.”
Alligator attacks on humans also remains rare, but they do occur. A 69-year-old woman was attacked and killed by an alligator on Tuesday while she was walking her dog in South Carolina.
Powers said it’s important for people living in areas where alligators live to be mindful of their surroundings, and not get too close to where they may lurk.
“She got too close to a pond,” he said. “You have to be careful of these things. In Florida, there are a lot of animal control officers moving alligators. It’s becoming more and more common.”
Collier said the alligator found swimming in the Gulf in Dauphin Island became the “talk of the town” a few months ago and got the barrier island community “a lot of good, free publicity.”
“But a situation like that is handled by animal control,” he said. “All we do is report it to appropriate authorities and they follow up on it. Unless the animal is aggressive or showing other signs, they don’t relocate them.”
Shepard said the news reports about the alligator and other animals arriving to the beaches come across as “shocking.” The cell phone footage, more common than 10 years ago when smart phones were in their infancy, are turning common wildlife moments into viral sensations, other say.
“Summertime at the beach, and what will grab more attention than 10-foot tiger shark swimming nearby?” he said. “People will be like, ‘I need to watch this video.’” | https://www.al.com/news/2023/07/sharks-bears-alligators-summer-of-wildlife-on-alabama-beaches-and-beyond.html | 2023-07-09 13:08:44 | 1 | https://www.al.com/news/2023/07/sharks-bears-alligators-summer-of-wildlife-on-alabama-beaches-and-beyond.html |
(NEXSTAR) – They’ve done ground beef. They’ve done plant-based “meat.” And for a short while, they even offered shrimp.
But slow-braised, shredded beef? That’s a first for Taco Bell.
On Thursday, Taco Bell announced plans to bring its Grilled Cheese Dipping Taco nationwide after a test run last year — and with it, a “brand-new protein offering.”
“Taco Bell has long been known for its iconic seasoned beef and this is the first time the brand is offering shredded beef on its menu nationally, after nearly two years of perfecting the recipe,” reads a press release issued by Taco Bell on Thursday. “The shredded beef is slow-braised in a blend of spices, making it the ideal centerpiece of the Grilled Cheese Dipping Taco.”
Customers who would rather try the braised beef inside Taco Bell’s other items — say, a burrito or a Chalupa — will also be permitted to place those orders while supplies of the new protein last, a representative for Taco Bell confirmed in a statement shared with Nexstar.
In addition to slow-braised beef, Taco Bell’s Grilled Cheese Dipping Taco — which is inspired by the popular birria-style tacos found in Mexico and, increasingly, the U.S. — will also be filled with a melted blend of cheddar, mozzarella and pepper jack cheeses. More cheese is then grilled onto the outside of the taco, which is then served with two dipping sauces: a nacho cheese sauce and a “zesty red sauce.”
“This Mexican-inspired dish represents an evolution of what fans typically expect from Taco Bell,” Liz Matthews, Taco Bell’s global chief food innovation officer, said in Thursday’s press release.
The new item will be available at participating Taco Bell locations nationwide beginning August 3, for a limited time.
Taco Bell first announced its Grilled Cheese Dipping Taco in Oct. 2022, amid testing in two U.S. markets: Minneapolis-St. Paul and Nashville. At the time, only Nashville-area locations offered braised beef; the Minnesota locations offered their Grilled Cheese Dipping Tacos with Taco Bell’s standard seasoned beef. | https://www.koin.com/news/taco-bell-bringing-grilled-cheese-dipping-taco-nationwide-along-with-brand-new-protein-offering/ | 2023-07-27 20:42:13 | 0 | https://www.koin.com/news/taco-bell-bringing-grilled-cheese-dipping-taco-nationwide-along-with-brand-new-protein-offering/ |
Winter weather cancels flights, leads to death in Texas
DALLAS (AP) — Winter weather brought ice to Texas and nearby states Tuesday, causing the cancellation of more than 980 flights and delays to nearly 800 more.
Numerous auto collisions were reported in Austin, Texas, with at least one fatality according to the Austin Fire Department.
More than 500 flights to or from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and nearly 125 to or from Dallas Love Field were canceled or delayed Tuesday, according to the tracking service FlightAware.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines has canceled more than 300 flights and delayed nearly 100 more, FlightAware reported.
The storm began Monday as part of an expected “several rounds” of wintry precipitation through Wednesday across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Tennessee, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Marc Chenard.
“Generally light to moderate freezing rain resulting in some pretty significant ice amounts,” Chenard said.
“We’re expecting ice accumulations potentially a quarter inch or higher as far south as Austin, Texas, up to Dallas over to Little Rock, Arkansas, towards Memphis, Tennessee, and even getting close to Nashville, Tennessee,” according to Chenard.
The flight disruptions follow Southwest’s meltdown in December that began with a winter storm but continued after most other airlines had recovered. Southwest canceled about 16,700 flights over the last 10 days of the year, and the U.S. Transportation Department is investigating.
The weather service has issued a winter storm warning for a large swath of Texas and parts of southeastern Oklahoma and an ice storm warning across the midsection of Arkansas into western Tennessee.
A winter weather advisory is in place in much of the remainder of Arkansas and Tennessee and into much of Kentucky, West Virginia and southern parts of Indiana and Ohio.
Schools and colleges in Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas planned to close or go to virtual learning Tuesday.
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A windfall for music fans: The groundbreaking ‘Midnight Special’ shines again online
Through the first few decades of television, the last piece of music late-night viewers heard was “The Star-Spangled Banner” before a station signed off.
That changed thanks in large part to Burt Sugarman, an independent producer of game shows, music specials and eventually movies, who believed people would stay up after Johnny Carson’s “Tonight” show if there were something to actually watch. He proved it 50 years ago when he launched NBC’s Friday night music series “The Midnight Special” that featured dozens of major rock, pop, country and soul acts of the 1970s.
Sugarman — now 84 and often seen seated behind the plate at Dodger Stadium next to his wife Mary Hart of “Entertainment Tonight” fame — knew his weekly program was worth preserving (along with the contracts that gave him control of the rights). After making the performances available on cable network VH-1 and on DVDs over the decades, he’s finally brought them online, to a dedicated YouTube channel he introduced last month.
“Many of the artists we featured on ‘The Midnight Special’ back in the ‘70s are touring again — both domestically and internationally, playing all types of venues including arenas and stadiums,” Sugarman said in a recent interview. “It felt like the right time to introduce new audiences to the show.”
Sugarman’s vault offers a bounty of enduring artists, including Fleetwood Mac at the height of the band’s powers, Dolly Parton during her breakthrough crossover from country to pop, and Linda Ronstadt before and after “Heart Like a Wheel” propelled her to super stardom. Elton John, Tina Turner, Led Zeppelin, Aretha Franklin, KISS, Johnny Cash, Sly and the Family Stone, Roxy Music, Todd Rundgren, Electric Light Orchestra, the Spinners, Heart and Donna Summer all performed live on the show throughout the years, along with top comedians such as Steve Martin and Richard Pryor.
“Midnight Special” also featured TV rarities such as progressive rockers King Crimson (“Larks’ Tongues In Aspic” fans rejoice!), a live performance from Steely Dan, and unlikely combinations such as the Bee Gees and R&B legend Wilson Pickett teaming up on “Hey Jude.” Clips of David Bowie’s final performance of his 1980 show at the Marquee Club in London are offered, including his duet with Marianne Faithfull on “I Got You Babe.”
Sugarman is adding clips each week to the YouTube channel and promises entire 90-minute shows as well, which haven’t been seen in full since they first aired on NBC.
“The Midnight Special” was part of a mini-wave of late-night rock-music TV shows in the early 1970s that also included ABC’s “In Concert” and the syndicated “Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert.” While network TV executives were wary of the music and the drug culture surrounding it at the time, they could still count: They saw the drawing power of rock festivals and concerts that proliferated after Woodstock.
The shows came along in the three network era preceding the emergence of cable and MTV, when choices for watching music on TV were slim. Fans had to settle for Dick Clark’s “American Bandstand” on ABC and the syndicated “Soul Train,” which both featured artists lip syncing their hit records.
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The other options were network TV variety shows such as “The Red Skelton Hour” where the Rolling Stones made their first U.S. TV appearance in 1964. Many artists dreaded playing them in the 1970s when credibility with the youth audience became a must.
“They were so controlling of your image,” Ronstadt said in a phone interview. “If you did the Glen Campbell show they gave you dresses to wear. It didn’t go down so well with me. On some shows you would have to follow plate twirlers or an act with an orangutan.”
But Ronstadt’s biggest complaint about TV was how the music sounded. “The shows made their own arrangements and load it up with lard,” she said. “Your audio and video were totally out of your control.”
Sugarman addressed that concern by creating a show where acts played live with their own instruments and arrangements in a concert-like setting. He was convinced young people coming home from a Friday night out would stay up for it. In 1972, he brought the idea to executives at NBC, who scoffed at first.
“They said, ‘you know these rock ‘n’ roll people, they’re full of drugs. They’re not going to show up and it’ll just be it’ll be a waste of money,’” Sugarman recalled. “So I said, ‘well what if I pay for it?’”
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Along with picking up the tab for the production, Sugarman also promised the artists on the program would promote voter registration, as the voting age was lowered from 21 to 18 before the 1972 presidential election. With no financial risk involved and a public service rationale attached, NBC gave the producer a green light.
Sugarman bought the time from NBC and wrangled the program’s advertisers himself. He pitched a General Motors executive named John DeLorean, who loved the idea of reaching young viewers who could influence their parents’ buying decisions and signed the company on.
When Sugarman was shopping for acts, his friend, impresario Jerry Weintraub, sold him on John Denver, then a wholesome folkie type who had yet to become a multi-platinum star. Sugarman had never heard of Denver, but sensed the singer would allay NBC’s concerns about druggie rock stars and made him the host of the pilot.
“He seemed like a clean-cut guy who would show up,” Sugarman recalled.
Once “The Midnight Special” was on track, Sugarman got the support of Carson, who was his neighbor and regular tennis partner in Beverly Hills. The “Tonight” host wasn’t a fan of rock music, but liked the idea of having a program to follow him at 1 a.m., as it would keep viewers tuned in through the end of his show, which ran 90 minutes at the time. Carson plugged the “The Midnight Special” on the air before its launch.
The pilot episode aired on Aug. 19, 1972, with Denver presenting a line-up that included Ronstadt, Mama Cass, the Everly Brothers, David Clayton-Thomas, Argent, War and the Isley Brothers. Sugarman used several soundstages simultaneously on NBC’s Burbank lot, so one act could start after another finished without a time-consuming set-up.
The producer’s hunch that people would watch was correct. Around 6 million viewers tuned into the pilot and NBC picked up “The Midnight Special” as a 90-minute weekly series, launching on Feb. 2, 1973, in the 1 a.m. time slot.
By the time “The Midnight Special” went to series it already had competition from ABC, which debuted “In Concert” as part of its late-night line-up in September 1972. Its first producer was Don Kirshner, the music publishing executive and producer responsible for made-for-TV groups the Monkees and the Archies.
The launch of “In Concert” was fraught, according to Joshua White, who produced and directed many of the episodes. ABC’s Cincinnati affiliate, outraged over a performance by shock rocker Alice Cooper, pulled “In Concert” off the air mid-show. One station delayed the 11:30 p.m. broadcast to 1:30 a.m.
Even Kirshner, never a cutting-edge figure in the music industry, grew frustrated with anxious ABC executives who interfered with the program. He went out on his own to launch his syndicated “Rock Concert” series that ran for eight years.
Known in the music business for his Joshua Light Show presentations, White went to work at “In Concert” in his green and yellow usher jersey from the Fillmore East, the famous New York rock palace, just to create a level of comfort for the performers who distrusted the medium.
“They were hostile to television,” said White. “They thought people weren’t going to come to concerts anymore.”
But once “The Midnight Special” established itself, Sugarman said he had no problem booking stars to appear. Record companies would see a sales lift the weekend after their acts appeared on the program. Not only did the labels say yes, they always made sure the artists made it to the studio on time.
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Starting in the program’s second season, NBC lined up FM stations across the country to simulcast “The Midnight Special,” so viewers could listen on their stereo systems rather than a small mono speaker on a TV set.
White said he envied Sugarman’s efficiency in making “The Midnight Special” and the way the producer was able to balance middle-of-the-road hosts such as Helen Reddy with announcer Wolfman Jack, the gravelly voiced border radio disc jockey whose status as a pop culture icon rose after his appearance in the George Lucas film “American Graffiti.”
“They used Wolfman Jack who was authentic,” said White. “He helped ground it. Those soundstages were wonderful. And they did good mixes.”
Sugarman produced 48 weekly episodes a year, making repeats scant on the network. “The Midnight Special” ended in 1981, but the producer, who went on to earn an Oscar nomination for making “Children of a Lesser God,” kept the rights to the show, even turning down a hefty financial offer from Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen.
Sugarman transferred the two-inch tape masters to one-inch tape as the technology changed and later converted them to digital files, keeping them in pristine condition over the decades. (White said ABC was still reusing video tape in the 1970s and erased most of the “In Concert” performances.)
Sugarman has previously made clips available to artists who requested them for their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductions and pirated copies have long showed up online.
But his YouTube channel is the first authorized online presentation of the shows that will reach a generation of viewers who grew up with on-demand streaming. They will never know what it was like to stay up late to get a glimpse of their favorite artists perform on TV.
“My 31-year-old son still doesn’t get it,” said Sugarman.
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Recommendations include need to increase the transparency of lighting control prices; call for appreciation of important role that labor plays in the successful implementation of control systems
BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report from Guidehouse Insights explores consumer sentiment surrounding the market for lighting controls and provides detailed and actionable recommendations for lighting control developers and manufacturers to increase consumers' perceptions of the value of control systems.
The market for lighting controls is growing and they are an increasingly important source of revenue for manufacturers. Nonetheless, the sentiment among many consumers is that lighting controls are overpriced. According to a new report from Guidehouse Insights, lighting controls manufacturers must both understand the basis of consumer apathy and accommodate their negative reactions to prices.
"Specific lighting industry business practices, as well as pervasive biases that influence consumer attitudes and decision-making, negatively affect purchasers' perceptions of the value of lighting controls," says Wendy Davis, senior research analyst with Guidehouse Insights. "A range of strategies can help manufacturers overcome consumer pushback against lighting control equipment prices, including modifying the design of lighting control components to engender increased value in the minds of users, challenging industry norms, and adjusting corporate pricing strategies."
Furthermore, equipment manufacturers must better understand, acknowledge, and account for the vital contributions of a range of lighting professionals involved in the successful deployment of advanced control systems. This labor affects costs incurred by customers, but also creates opportunities for new stakeholder partnerships, according to the report.
The report, Overcoming Lighting Controls Pricing Pushback, analyzes the basis of consumers' tendency to undervalue lighting control hardware, software, and services, leveraging research from a range of disciplines on consumer behavior. It also provides detailed and actionable recommendations for lighting control developers and manufacturers to increase consumers' perceptions of the value of control systems. An executive summary of the report is available for free download on the Guidehouse Insights website.
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Guidehouse Insights, the dedicated market intelligence arm of Guidehouse, provides research, data, and benchmarking services for today's rapidly changing and highly regulated industries. Our insights are built on in-depth analysis of global clean technology markets. The team's research methodology combines supply-side industry analysis, end-user primary research, and demand assessment, paired with a deep examination of technology trends, to provide a comprehensive view of emerging resilient infrastructure systems. Additional information about Guidehouse Insights can be found at www.guidehouseinsights.com.
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BOSTON (AP) — An authenticated Apple-1 Computer prototype from the mid-1970s has sold at auction for nearly $700,000.
The prototype was used by Apple co-founder Steve Jobs in 1976 to demonstrate the Apple-1 to Paul Terrell, owner of The Byte Shop in Mountain View, California, one of the first personal computer stores in the world, Boston-based RR Auction said in a statement.
A Bay Area collector who wishes to remain anonymous made the winning $677,196 bid on Thursday, the auctioneeer said.
“There is no Apple-1 without this board — it’s the holy grail of Steve Jobs and Apple memorabilia,” said Bobby Livingston, RR’s executive vice president.
The board has been matched to Polaroid photographs taken by Terrell in 1976, showing the prototype in use. It was also examined and authenticated by Apple-1 expert Corey Cohen, whose notarized 13-page report accompanied the sale.
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WFO BOSTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, January 20, 2023
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WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
250 PM EST Thu Jan 19 2023
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...A Wintry mix of snow, sleet and rain. Pockets of light
freezing rain possible mainly in the high terrain. Snow
accumulations of a coating to two inches. Ice accumulations of a
light glaze possible in the high terrain.
* WHERE...Hampden, Hartford, and Southern Worcester Counties.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions mainly across the
high terrain this evening. Mixed precipitation will change to
mainly snow Friday morning and continue at times into the
afternoon. This may result in some slippery travel, although the
snow may struggle to accumulate on roadways in the lower
elevations given marginal temperatures.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
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Force for Good Challenge grand prize winner Josef Newgarden to split $1 million prize with his chosen charities: SeriousFun Children's Network and Wags and Walks of Nashville
TACOMA, Wash., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the 2022 NTT INDYCAR Series approaching the midway point, Team Penske's Josef Newgarden has won three races—one on each type of INDYCAR track—securing the $1 million grand prize in PeopleReady's Force for Good Challenge at Sunday's Sonsio Grand Prix.
"I am humbled to represent Team Penske as this year's PeopleReady Force for Good champion, and I thank PeopleReady and INDYCAR for the opportunity to not only share this generous prize with my amazing team, but also to give back to two causes I am truly passionate about," said Newgarden.
Newgarden and Team Penske will keep $500,000 and $500,000 will be donated to his chosen charities, SeriousFun Children's Network and Wags and Walks of Nashville.
Newgarden serves as driver ambassador to INDYCAR's charitable partner SeriousFun Children's Network, a family of 30 camps and programs that provides free recreational activities for seriously ill children and their families. Wags and Walks of Nashville is a nonprofit organization and a dedicated community of dog lovers working to reduce euthanasia in local shelters and increase awareness of rescue dogs being wonderful pets.
"The Force for Good Challenge is an incredible initiative by PeopleReady that showcases the tremendous talent of our drivers and the giving spirit that defines our entire INDYCAR community," said Mark Miles, Penske Entertainment Corp. President and CEO. "I know that Josef and everyone across Team Penske appreciates the ability to make such a positive impact on these important charities with the help of PeopleReady."
Winning a race on all three types of tracks—road course, street circuit and oval—is not a first for Newgarden nor Team Penske. This is Newgarden's third time completing the impressive feat, following his wins on all three types of tracks in 2017 and 2020. Team Penske drivers Will Power and Simon Pagenaud also won a race on all three track types in 2016 and 2019, respectively.
"I am thrilled that the PeopleReady Force for Good Challenge is making a difference for two such worthy charities. Not only has the challenge raised awareness of our mission to connect people and work, but it has also magnified our ability to be a force for good in the communities we serve," said Taryn Owen, President & COO of PeopleReady and PeopleScout. "The entire PeopleReady team congratulates Josef on this incredible feat. We are so happy to award him the Force for Good Challenge grand prize to share with two great charities."
As the official staffing partner of the 2022 NTT INDYCAR Series, PeopleReady continues to drive home its mission of connecting people and work and making a difference in local communities by offering an additional $10,000 to the winner of every race this season, also to be split with their selected charity. Keep track of the leaderboard all season long here.
This season, PeopleReady is the primary sponsor of Rahal Letterman Lanigan (RLL) Racing's rookie of the year candidate Christian Lundgaard.
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Julius Randle NBA Playoffs Player Prop Bets: Knicks vs. Heat - May 8
Julius Randle and his New York Knicks teammates match up versus the Miami Heat in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, at 7:30 PM ET on Monday.
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- This season, he's put up 19.5% of the Knicks' attempted field goals, as he's averaging 18.6 per contest.
- He's knocked down 2.8 threes per game, or 21.0% of his team's makes from beyond the arc this season.
- Randle's opponents, the Heat, have one of the slowest offensive tempos, ranking 29th, averaging 99.2 possessions per game, while his Knicks average 101 per game, which ranks 23rd among NBA teams.
- Defensively, the Heat are second in the league, allowing 109.8 points per game.
- The Heat are the sixth-ranked squad in the NBA, giving up 41.9 rebounds per contest.
- The Heat give up 25.6 assists per game, 14th-ranked in the NBA.
- The Heat are the 28th-ranked team in the league at allowing threes, giving up 13.1 made 3-pointers per game.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump’s lawyer said Friday that the former president is willing to provide a DNA sample to be compared against stains on the dress of a woman who accused him of raping her over a quarter century ago in a department store dressing room.
Attorney Joseph Tacopina told a Manhattan federal court judge in a letter that Trump will turn over the sample as long as lawyers for his accuser, columnist E. Jean Carroll, provide missing pages from a DNA report on the dress first.
According to a court filing Thursday, Trump and Carroll are both listed as their lawyers’ first possible witnesses at a trial scheduled to start April 24.
Carroll has sued Trump for defamation and for rape, saying Trump turned a friendly encounter at a luxury Manhattan department store in late 1995 or early 1996 into a violent rape.
She did not speak publicly about it until releasing a book in 2019: “What Do We need Men For?”
Trump has insisted the meeting never happened, including during an October deposition, and his lawyer said the same in his latest court filing.
Tacopina claimed that Carroll and her lawyers were trying to gain a publicity advantage by claiming Trump’s DNA is on the dress she wore the night she said she was raped.
“Mr. Trump’s DNA is either on the dress or it is not,” he said.
Tacopina said Carroll’s lawyers have declined to produce a dozen pages of the DNA report they obtained because “she knows his DNA is not on the dress because the alleged sexual assault never occurred.”
Roberta Kaplan, a lawyer for Carroll, did not immediately comment, though she was expected to file a response to Tacopina’s letter to the judge. | https://www.wivb.com/news/u-s-headlines/ap-lawyer-trump-offers-dna-to-compare-against-accusers-dress/ | 2023-02-10 23:37:22 | 1 | https://www.wivb.com/news/u-s-headlines/ap-lawyer-trump-offers-dna-to-compare-against-accusers-dress/ |
Burrow throws 4 TD passes, Bengals rally past Steelers 37-30
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PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Burrow threw four touchdown passes and the Cincinnati Bengals rallied past Pittsburgh 37-30. The Bengals won for the fourth time in five games by relying heavily on backup running back Samaje Perine. Perine caught three touchdown passes for Cincinnati which lost starter Joe Mixon to a concussion in the second half. Burrow completed 24 of 39 passes for 355 yards on the day he became the third-fastest player in NFL history to reach 10,000 career yards passing. Steelers rookie Kenny Pickett passed for 265 yards and a score but Pittsburgh’s offense sputtered for most of the second half. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/11/20/burrow-throws-4-td-passes-bengals-rally-past-steelers-37-30/ | 2022-11-21 05:11:07 | 0 | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/11/20/burrow-throws-4-td-passes-bengals-rally-past-steelers-37-30/ |
J. K. Rowling Fooled by Russian Pranksters Impersonating Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
J. K. Rowling was the butt of a joke played on her by two Russian pranksters who managed to trick the author into thinking she was on a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The comedians — real names Vladimir Kuznetsov and Alexei Stolyarov — recently impersonated the European leader on a Zoom call while firing off bizarre questions and commentary to Rowling about the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The tricksters' 12-minute clip shows the Harry Potter author's attempt to answer the questions posed by the pranksters to the best of her ability. The questions get notably more awkward as the pair press Rowling about "cancel culture," government sanctions and her decision to cut ties with Russia when it comes to business opportunities.
In regards to cutting ties with Russia, Kuznetsov and Stolyarov ask her: "Maybe it’s better to demand the Russians not read your books at all ... Because they did not deserve it."
They also discuss Harry Potter's infamous lightning bolt scar. They link the scar to the shape of the letter "Z," which is often featured on Russia's military tanks, suggesting she change it to a Ukrainian trident. Her response? "I'll look into that."
To further mock the author, they say they're going to write the killing curse from Harry Potter — "Avada Kedavra" — onto Ukrainian missiles and also express interest in starring in a future film in the Wizarding World franchise.
Toward the end of the call, Vovan and Lexus ask Rowling to confirm Dumbledore’s sexuality and allude to Rowling's previous anti-trans comments, quipping, "Hopefully not with a transgender person."
Watch the cringe-inducing hoax interview below:
A spokesperson for Rowling has since slammed the stunt as “distasteful,” claiming the released video had been edited.
This is not the first time Kuznetsov and Stolyarov have pranked a celebrity. They previously pulled hoaxes on Billie Eilish, Elton John and Prince Harry. | https://newstalk1290.com/j-k-rowling-pranksters-impersonating-zelenskyy/ | 2022-06-29 09:25:39 | 1 | https://newstalk1290.com/j-k-rowling-pranksters-impersonating-zelenskyy/ |
NEW YORK (WXIN) — More than 100,000 strollers are being recalled after several reports of the frames cracking and injuring children using them.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the recall involves Mockingbird Single-to-Double Strollers. These strollers were sold at Target stores nationwide as well as multiple online stores from March 2020 through September 2022.
The recall includes strollers with a lot number between 20091 and 22602. They are made of aluminum and are black or silver in color. The seats are black, and the canopies are available in black, light blue, dark blue, pink and light green.
The recall was initiated because the lower side of the stroller frame can crack, posing a fall risk to children in the stroller. So far, the company has received 138 reports of cracks in the frame, including eight injuries involving cuts, scratches or bruising.
Among these reports is one user who reported their stroller snapping in half while they were taking their children to school in October. In the SaferProducts report, the user said their son ended up facedown in a busy intersection.
In another report, a user said they were walking their 1-year-old twins in the stroller when it snapped in half with them inside. The SaferProducts report said when the stroller snapped, both children fell to the ground.
The user also said the stroller was a replacement for one that had broken before. Their children’s weight didn’t meet the max weight for one child in the stroller.
The user said they were walking around the neighborhood on normal sidewalks. Their daughter ended up with a rug burn on her neck, while their son had scratches on his left hand and foot.
Anyone with the recalled stroller should stop using it and contact Mockingbird to receive a free frame reinforcement kit, which includes two frame clamps that attach to the sides of the stroller. Mockingbird is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Anyone with questions can contact Mockingbird toll-free at 877-274-3240 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at recall@hellomockingbird.com. | https://www.wivb.com/news/national/100k-strollers-recalled-after-reports-of-frames-cracking-hurting-children/ | 2022-11-10 18:52:11 | 1 | https://www.wivb.com/news/national/100k-strollers-recalled-after-reports-of-frames-cracking-hurting-children/ |
TOKYO (AP) — A man set himself on fire near the Japanese prime minister’s office in Tokyo on Wednesday in an apparent protest against the state funeral planned next week for former leader Shinzo Abe, officials and media reports said.
The man, believed to be in his 70s, sustained burns on large parts of his body but was conscious and told police that he set himself on fire after pouring oil over himself, Kyodo News agency reported.
A note was found with him that said, “Personally, I am absolutely against” Abe’s funeral, Kyodo reported.
A Tokyo Fire Department official confirmed that a man set himself afire on the street in Tokyo’s Kasumigaseki government district and that he was alive when he was taken to a hospital by ambulance, but declined to give further details, including the man’s identity, motive or condition, citing the sensitivity of what was a police matter.
Police called it an attempted suicide and refused to give further details because the case involved no criminal intent. Police also declined to comment on a report that a police officer was caught in the fire.
The incident underscores a growing wave of protests against the funeral for Abe, who was one of the most divisive leaders in postwar Japanese politics because of his revisionist view of wartime history, support for a stronger military, and what critics call an autocratic approach and cronyism. More protests are expected in coming days, including the day of the funeral next week.
It also is an embarrassment for police, who have stepped up security for an event expected to be attended by about 6,000 people, including U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and other dignitaries.
Police were also partly blamed for insufficient protection of Abe, who was shot to death by a gunman who approached him from behind as he was giving an outdoor campaign speech in July.
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is in New York for the annual U.N. General Assembly meeting of world leaders. He gave a speech Tuesday expressing disappointment over the Security Council’s failure to respond to the Russian invasion of Ukraine because of Russia’s permanent veto and called for reforms that would allow the U.N. to better defend global peace and order.
The planned state funeral for Abe has become increasingly unpopular among Japanese as more details emerge about the governing Liberal Democratic Party’s and Abe’s links to the Unification Church, which built close ties with party lawmakers over their shared interests in conservative causes.
The suspect in Abe’s assassination reportedly believed his mother’s large donations to the church ruined his family. The LDP has said nearly half its lawmakers have ties to the church, but party officials have denied ties between the party as an organization and the church.
Kishida has said Abe deserves the honor of a state funeral as Japan’s longest-serving post-World War II leader and for his diplomatic and economic achievements.
Critics have said it was decided undemocratically and is an inappropriate and costly use of taxpayers’ money. They say Kishida decided to hold a state funeral to please Abe’s party faction and buttress his own power. Support ratings for Kishida’s government have weakened amid public dissatisfaction over his handling of the party’s church ties and the funeral plans.
A family funeral for Abe was held at a Buddhist temple in July. The state funeral is scheduled for next Tuesday at the Budokan martial arts arena in Tokyo. | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/international/ap-man-sets-himself-on-fire-in-apparent-protest-of-abe-funeral/ | 2022-09-21 21:16:39 | 0 | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/international/ap-man-sets-himself-on-fire-in-apparent-protest-of-abe-funeral/ |
NEW YORK (AP)Justin Verlander’s phone rang in November. New York Mets owner Steve Cohen was on the line.
”It really wasn’t a baseball call. It was just a `Hey, this is Steve. You’re Justin. Let me get to know you a little bit,”’ the pitcher recalled Tuesday.
That conversation led to an $86.7 million, two-year contract on Dec. 5, a deal that was finalized two days later.
The three-time Cy Young Award winner was introduced at a news conference Tuesday at Citi Field. Verlander joins former Detroit teammate Max Scherzer atop the rotation, and effectively replaces Jacob deGrom, who left New York and agreed to a $185 million, five-year contract with Texas.
”I would expect the pool and ping-pong games to maybe take on another another level,” Mets general manager Billy Eppler said of adding another hypercompetitive player to his clubhouse.
New York, seeking its first World Series title since 1986, has boosted its luxury tax payroll to about $360 million next year, on track for a record tax of about $85 million.
Entering their third season under Cohen, the Mets have committed $476.7 million to seven free agents. They also added starting pitchers Kodei Senga and Jose Quintana, retained center fielder Brandon Nimmo and closer Edwin Diaz, signed reliever David Robertson and reached an agreement with catcher Omar Narvaez that is pending a physical.
”We just talked about putting the best team we could on the field and kind of let winning drive the decisions,” Eppler said. ”With some of the conversations that we had, the future does come up and it comes up a lot. But in the here and the now, being able to put a club together that we feel really good about was was important.”
Verlander said he’d been given a heads up that Cohen would call.
”When I look back at the process, it was one of the things I think gave me an insight into how Steve views the organization and this isn’t just an investment for him,” the 39-year-old right-hander said. ”He wants to have his finger on or get to know people intimately that are involved in this thing, and what more could you ask for as a player than that?”
When Cohen called, Verlander knew the Mets were waiting for a decision by deGrom, a 34-year-old two-time Cy Young Award winner who was hurt for much of the last two seasons.
”He’s iconic here in this stadium and for this organization,” Verlander said. ”I don’t think it was fair to him or to me to make that decision before he made his decision.”
But Verlander said that he himself ”took a leap of faith … and I think that leap of faith has paid off.”
Verlander’s wife, model Kate Upton, sat in a front-row seat in a purple pantsuit with their 4-year-old daughter Genevieve and watched the pitcher put on a No. 35 Mets jersey.
”Billy has a vision, knows the team intimately and what puzzle pieces best fit to make the complete puzzle,” the nine-time All-Star said. ”But, ultimately, some of those pieces aren’t cheap.”
Eppler said deGrom’s contract was far longer than the Mets were comfortable with and that ”it kind of fit our timeline with Justin.
”We were comfortable doing that one, especially after interviewing him a little bit and getting a sense of how he takes care of his body, how he takes care of his – from all aspects, right, whether it’s sleep, nutrition, stretching,”
Returning from Tommy John surgery in September 2020, Verlander went 18-4 with a major league-low 1.75 ERA this year in 28 starts for the Astros and raised his career record to 244-133. He also got his first win in nine career World Series starts in Game 5 as Houston beat Philadelphia in six games, earning his second World Series ring.
Verlander is guaranteed $43,333,333 in each of the next two seasons, matching Scherzer’s annual salary in a $130 million, three-year deal through 2024. Verlander has a conditional $35 million player option for 2025.
He said he also ”loved the vibe” of New York because of an offseason he spent with his wife in Battery Park City.
”When I got to live here and really kind of understand the city and feel the vibe and get to know the grid a little bit better, it really opened up my mind as to how great this city is, and I’m so thankful now looking back, that I had that time because it’s really intoxicating,” Verlander said.
Having come back from core muscle surgery in January 2014 and then the elbow operation, Verlander says he continues to pitch because of ”what a bad example would be for my daughter” to retire.
”Why would I put in all that time and effort and work and sacrifice and sell myself short at the end?” he said. ”It’s like running a marathon and and stopping a mile from the finish line. Maybe I’m 10 miles from the finish line.”
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Lifeguard Mackenzi Jones, 17, scans the pool on opening day at Kenosha’s Washington Park Pool on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. During the 2022 season, however, the city is struggling to find enough lifeguards to staff both of its pools (the other is at Anderson Park) and is on a schedule that would allow the pools to be open on alternating days.
SEAN KRAJACIC, Kenosha News
The Washington Park Pool is shown on its last day of the 2015 season. The City seeks lifeguard applicants for the 2022 season and will reimburse successful applicants the cost of their water safety training.
If you're looking to keep cool this week, city officials want you to know that their pools and splashpads will be open.
However, a shortage of lifeguards is affecting the city parks' ability to keep both of its pools open on regular basis. As a result, city officials on Tuesday said that the pools at Anderson Park, 8730 22nd Ave., and Washington Park, 1821 Washington Road, will operate on alternating days this week. Anderson pool opened on Tuesday.
Weather and sufficient staff permitting, Washington pool will be open (today) Wednesday and Friday this week, and also Sunday, June 19; meanwhile, Anderson pool will be closed those days. Anderson pool will be open Thursday and Saturday this week while Washington pool will be closed those days.
Splashpads will operate daily at Roosevelt (6801 34th Ave.) and Schulte (4400 87th Place) parks and at the lakefront. The splashpad at Anderson will be open on pool days only.
The city continues to seek enough lifeguards to run pools at full capacity and with all the features they offer.
Lifeguard salary is $12.58-$14.15 per hour. The City of Kenosha will reimburse up to $125, for lifeguards who complete and pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or (Re)certification and complete 30 working days. Please note that employees must sign the Lifeguard (Re)Certification Agreement prior to being reimbursed.
For further details on lifeguard positions, visit the employment page of the city's web site: www.kenosha.org
The city will update the page regarding operations, including feature closures, capacity limitations or pool closures. Regular pool hours are 10 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. The pools are closed on Mondays, including the Fourth of July.
Daily pool fees are $5 for individuals, age 3 and up, and $3 for adults over 60. The daily fee for a non-swimming adult is $3. Children age 2 and younger are admitted free with a paid adult with a maximum of three children per adult.
Lifeguard Mackenzi Jones, 17, scans the pool on opening day at Kenosha’s Washington Park Pool on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. During the 2022 season, however, the city is struggling to find enough lifeguards to staff both of its pools (the other is at Anderson Park) and is on a schedule that would allow the pools to be open on alternating days.
The Washington Park Pool is shown on its last day of the 2015 season. The City seeks lifeguard applicants for the 2022 season and will reimburse successful applicants the cost of their water safety training. | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/lifeguard-shortage-forces-anderson-washington-pools-to-open-and-close-on-alternating-days/article_c87c2942-ec65-11ec-9747-bfe84fae551b.html | 2022-06-15 06:49:37 | 0 | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/lifeguard-shortage-forces-anderson-washington-pools-to-open-and-close-on-alternating-days/article_c87c2942-ec65-11ec-9747-bfe84fae551b.html |
BARCELONA, Spain, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ELIE SAAB, one of fashion's most prominent couture brand, has been invited, as the guest of honor, to present its first ever bridal catwalk during Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week (BBFW). The acclaimed designer has also chosen BBFW, the leading international trade show for the Bridal Fashion industry, as the setting for the first catwalk ever in Spain.
ELIE SAAB, the Lebanese luxury brand, will debut its spring-summer 2024 bridal collection at Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week on the evening of April 19th. The fashion show will take place during the Barcelona Bridal Night, an event specially designed for the occasion, attended by buyers, designers, fashion industry professionals, influencers, celebrities, as well as international media who will all witness a memorable evening.
According to Elie Saab Jr, CEO of ELIE SAAB: "Showing in Barcelona for the first time is a very momentous occasion for ELIE SAAB. Debuting Bridal, during Bridal Fashion Week in an exclusive runway show, is a true pleasure. We are thrilled to celebrate bridal while continuing to broaden the expressions of the ELIE SAAB woman."
About ELIE SAAB
Elie Saab founded his eponymous label in 1982, at just 18 years old. Since then, the ELIE SAAB house has been established as one of the major leaders in the Haute Couture category globally, with ateliers based in Paris, Beirut and London. Elie Saab became in 2002 the Couturier of choice when Halle Berry wore one of his Haute Couture designs to receive the Oscar for Best Actress. This moment propelled the brand as one of the favourites for red-carpets appearances chosen by royalties and celebrities around the world.
ELIE SAAB has continued to build on the inherent savoir-faire and innate elegance for which it is renowned, expanding into the Ready-to-Wear, Bridal, Accessories, Eyewear & Fragrance categories and it's Maison line. ELIE SAAB joins the premiere league of the world's global luxury fashion & lifestyle brands.
About BBFW
Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week is the world's leading bridal fashion show organised by Fira de Barcelona with the support of the Government of Catalonia. The 2023 edition will showcase the collections of major firms and new talents from all over the world. from 21 to 23 April.
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WASHINGTON — The official Instagram account for Disneyland appears to have been hacked, posting a series of photos including memes and selfies of the supposed hacker.
The four non-sanctioned posts, as well as posts on the page's Instagram Live story, were all made within an hour early Thursday morning. All were signed by "David Do," with one post linking to a private Instagram account with a profile picture of the same person featured in the hacker's selfies.
The hacked messages were deleted shortly before 8 a.m. Thursday.
The hacker's posts all featured explicit language, with some making joking references to COVID-19. Two other accounts were tagged by the hacker in different posts, but it's unclear if those accounts are connected to the hack.
"I am a super hacker that is here to bring revenge upon Disney land. I am ----- tired of all these ------- Disney employees mocking me for having a small -----. WHO'S THE TOUGH GUY NOW JEROME?" the caption on one post read.
Hacked Disneyland Instagram page
It's unclear if Disney was able to regain control of the account or if the hacker deleted the posts while remaining logged on.
None of Disneyland's other accounts appear to have been affected. Some reports on social media claim the company's Facebook account was also hacked, but those reports could not be verified.
Attempts to contact the hacker were unsuccessful Thursday morning. It's not clear if they will face legal repercussions for the stunt.
Disney did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the hack. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/nation-world/disneyland-insta-hacked/507-d114f264-9b5c-43b5-87fe-97a0e3099e98 | 2022-07-07 13:57:27 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/nation-world/disneyland-insta-hacked/507-d114f264-9b5c-43b5-87fe-97a0e3099e98 |
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — More than 30 people were injured when a deck collapsed at a country club overlooking Montana’s largest city, police said Sunday.
The second-story patio floor of Billings’ Briarwood Country Club broke and gave way Saturday evening. The collapse caused head wounds, broken ribs and other injuries as people landed atop each other and debris and scraps of food scattered over the grass next to the club’s golf course.
The police statement said there were no fatalities, although “multiple individuals” had injuries. The cause of the collapse has yet to be determined.
At least 25 people were taken to local hospitals, eight were treated on site and additional guests may have left injured, Billings Police Lt. Matt Lennick said in the statement.
Mark Zagel, a Briarwood patron who fell through the deck, wrote on Facebook that there were between 30 and 40 people on the patio when a section collapsed about 12 or 13 feet, without anyone directly below.
“I am fine though the ribs on my right side are pretty bruised and have a couple of other minor bumps. Nothing broken, no head injuries … There were multiple other more significant injuries — mostly broken bones,” he said. “I landed on someone directly and had to be helped off her.”
Zagel did not immediately respond to messages from The Associated Press.
At least 29 people were admitted to St. Vincent Healthcare’s Emergency Department, and three people remained hospitalized as of Sunday afternoon, spokeswoman Angela Babcock said in a statement on Sunday.
Dr. Clint Seger, CEO of the Billings Clinic, said in a statement that the hospital initially received six patients, with others expected.
“We have multiple trauma surgeons, ER physicians and the ER team along with critical care staff on site receiving patients,” Seger said.
The Briarwood website says the club opened in 1984 and offers golf, dining and swimming. | https://phl17.com/nmw/deck-collapse-at-country-club-injures-30-as-people-land-atop-each-other/ | 2023-07-23 22:28:01 | 0 | https://phl17.com/nmw/deck-collapse-at-country-club-injures-30-as-people-land-atop-each-other/ |
New York Red Bulls (9-6-6, third in the Eastern Conference) vs. Austin FC (12-4-5, second in the Western Conference)
Austin, Texas; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Austin FC +129, New York +194, Draw +250; over/under is 2.5 goals
BOTTOM LINE: Austin hosts the New York Red Bulls in non-conference play.
Austin is 5-1-3 in home games. Austin has a 7-0-0 record in games it scores more than two goals.
The Red Bulls are 6-3-2 on the road. The Red Bulls rank third in the MLS giving up 22 goals.
Sunday's game is the first meeting between these teams this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Sebastian Driussi has 11 goals and five assists for Austin. Diego Fagundez has scored four goals over the last 10 games.
Lewis Morgan has scored nine goals with two assists for the Red Bulls. Luquinhas has three goals over the past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Austin: 6-1-3, averaging 1.9 goals, 3.9 shots on goal and 3.3 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.3 goals per game.
Red Bulls: 4-4-2, averaging 1.3 goals, 3.3 shots on goal and 6.1 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.3 goals per game.
NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Austin: Jhojan Manuel Valencia Jimenez (injured).
Red Bulls: Anthony Maucci (injured), Wikelman Carmona (injured).
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VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Graphite One Inc. (TSXV: GPH) (OTCQX: GPHOF) ("Graphite One" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that its NI 43-101 compliant independent report titled "Preliminary Feasibility Study, Technical Report – Graphite One Project, Alaska, USA" has been filed on SEDAR and is now available on the Company's website at www.graphiteoneinc.com. JDS Energy & Mining Inc. of Vancouver, B.C. authored the report, which is dated October 13, 2022, with an effective date of August 29, 2022. For highlights of this report, please refer to the Company's press release dated August 29, 2022.
With the United States currently 100 per cent import dependent for natural graphite, Graphite One is planning to develop a complete U.S.-based, advanced graphite supply chain solution anchored by the Graphite Creek resource near Nome, Alaska. The Graphite One project plan is anticipated to include an advanced graphite material and battery anode manufacturing plant expected to be sited in Washington State. The plan also includes a recycling facility to reclaim graphite and other battery materials, to be co-located at the Washington State site, the third link in Graphite One's circular economy strategy.
As announced on March 7, 20221, Graphite One's Graphite Creek resource in Alaska has been cited as the largest known graphite deposit in the United States by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in its updated U.S. Mineral Deposit Database (USMIN).
The USGS report confirms Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy's statement in support of Graphite One's designation as a U.S. government high-priority infrastructure project, stating, "Graphite Creek is the largest deposit of graphite in the nation and would be a superior domestic supply of this critical mineral.
GRAPHITE ONE INC. (GPH: TSX‐V; GPHOF: OTCQX) is focused on developing its Graphite One Project (the "Project"), aimed at making the Company the dominant American producer of high-grade battery anode materials integrated with a domestic graphite resource. The Project is envisioned as a vertically integrated enterprise to mine, process, manufacture and recycle high grade anode materials primarily for the lithium-ion electric vehicle battery market. Graphite mined from the Company's Graphite Creek Property, located on the Seward Peninsula about 60 kilometers north of Nome, Alaska (the "Property"), would be processed into concentrate at an adjacent plant. The concentrate and other materials would be transformed into graphite anode materials and other value-added graphite products at the Company's proposed advanced graphite materials manufacturing facility to be located in Washington State. The Company intends to make a production decision on the Project upon completion of a Feasibility Study.
On Behalf of the Board of Directors
"Anthony Huston" (signed)
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This release includes certain statements that may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. All statements in this release, other than statements of historical facts, including timing of the Feasibility Study, receipt of regulatory approvals, exploration drilling, exploitation activities, future production, establishment of a processing plant, and events or developments that the Company expects, are forward-looking statements. 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 or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, exploitation and exploration successes, continuity of mineralization, uncertainties related to the ability to obtain necessary permits, licenses and title and delays due to third party opposition, changes in government policies regarding mining and natural resource exploration and exploitation, and continued availability of capital and financing, and general economic, market or business conditions. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on this forward-looking information, which is given as of the date it is expressed in this press release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking information, except as required by applicable securities laws. For more information on the Company, investors should review the Company's continuous disclosure filings that are available at www.sedar.com.
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WASHINGTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Conference of Mayors has reissued a letter from August of 2019, calling on Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) to take swift action and pass two bills to finally address the toll that gun violence has taken on Americans across the country. The letter was sent by a bipartisan group of 255 mayors from 43 states and Washington, DC to the U.S. Senate, and new mayors have now joined the effort. The House passed the two bills highlighted in the letter more than one year ago, and they are pending in the Senate. The full letter with signatures can be found here. The text of the reissued letter referencing the recent mass shootings is below:
In response to the recent tragedies in Uvalde and Buffalo and the continuing increase in gun violence that is plaguing our cities and our people across this nation, the U.S. Conference of Mayors is reissuing the letter sent by more than 200 mayors to the United States Senate in August of 2019. The same two bills passed the House more than one year ago and are again pending in the Senate: H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Check Act and H.R. 1446, the Enhanced Background Checks Act. We have updated the list of original signatories and removed those mayors who no longer are in office and are adding new mayors who have asked to be listed.
The Honorable Mitch McConnell
Majority Leader
United States Senate (KY)
The Honorable Charles E. Schumer
Democratic Leader
United States Senate (NY)
Dear Leader McConnell and Leader Schumer:
RE: Senate Action Needed NOW on Gun Safety Legislation
On behalf of The United States Conference of Mayors, we urge you to immediately call the Senate back to Washington to take action on bipartisan gun safety legislation.
Already in 2019, there have been over 250 mass shootings. The tragic events in El Paso and Dayton this weekend are just the latest reminders that our nation can no longer wait for our federal government to take the actions necessary to prevent people who should not have access to firearms from being able to purchase them.
In late February, the House of Representatives passed two bills that would greatly strengthen the background check system:
- H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Check Act of 2019
- H.R. 1112, the Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2019
H.R. 8 passed the House on February 27 on a bipartisan vote of 240-190. It would close serious loopholes in the background check system by:
- requiring all firearm purchases to undergo a NICS background check;
- helping to prevent dangerous individuals from obtaining deadly weapons by circumventing the laws on the books;
- prohibiting unlicensed transfers of guns through unregulated secondary sales; and
- increasing law enforcement's ability to trace crime guns.
H.R. 1112 passed the House on February 28 on a bipartisan vote of 228-198. If this bill had been law in 2015, the terrible tragedy that occurred at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston might have been avoided. The bill would extend the background check review period deadline from three to 10 business days, to help ensure that background checks are completed before weapons are sold and that dangerous individuals who should not have them are unable to purchase them.
H.R. 8 and H.R. 1112 are bipartisan, sensible gun safety bills that would make our cities and our people safer, and would in no way compromise gun owners' rights.
We urge you to call the Senate back to session now to take up and pass these bills to help reduce gun violence and the terrible toll it takes in our cities and our nation.
Quick passage of these bills is a critical step to reducing gun violence in our country. The United States Conference of Mayors stands ready to work with Congress, the Administration and others to develop holistic remedies to the scourge of gun violence. America has proven time and again that we can rise to our most difficult challenges. We look forward to working with you to find a way forward to protect our citizens from this senseless carnage.
Sincerely,
CC: United States Senate
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The 60 Best Places to See Stand-Up Comedy in L.A.
There’s nothing like the electricity in the air on a good night at a comedy show. Packed in a room full of strangers looking for a good time, comedians who can light up a room experience a taste of godliness that’s unlike any other form of expression, even in a town like L.A. that’s full of entertainment. If laughter is important to you (how could it not be in these times?), there’s no shortage of ways to get your fix of funny jokes across L.A. From the hallowed Hollywood venues that became stamping grounds for comedy legends to the backrooms of local bars, even an abandoned zoo on a lunch hour (yes, really!), there is a place for you to find a comic doing their thing and using the power of laughter to help us all relate to each other a little better and hopefully leave our cares at the door. Here’s a list of the 60 best spots for comedy in L.A.
The Ice House
Flappers Comedy Club
The Comedy Nook
Townhouse Venice
The Groundlings
The Comedy & Magic Club
Bar Bandini
Terrace Theater
Chatterbox
Feinstein's at Vitello's
Café Tropical
Yamashiro Hollywood
Largo at the Coronet
The Elysian
Upright Citizens Brigade
The Pack Theater
The Crow
The Yard Theater
Whammy! Analog Media
Junior High
Permanent Records Roadhouse
Third Wheel
The Clubhouse
The Glendale Room
The Comedy Store
Dynasty Typewriter
SuperNova Comedy
Laugh Factory Hollywood
The Nitecap
Venice Underground Comedy at Killer Shrimp Yacht Club
The Stand Up Comedy Club
HaHa Comedy Club
Laugh Factory Long Beach
Skiptown Playhouse
Leimert Park Comedy Night at Regency West
The Comedy Chateau
Cavern Club Celebrity Theater at Casita Del Campo
Clown Zoo at the Old Zoo in Griffith Park
The Puterbaugh Show at Akbar
The Comedy Patio at Horse Thief BBQ at Grand Central Market
Holy S— Improv at Silverlake Lounge
Comedy House at Soho House
Zebulon
Hollywood Improv
Jam in the Van
Blind Barber
Highland Park Location: 5715 N. Figueroa St, Highland Park, CA 9004
Lounge on Melrose
UnCabaret at El Cid
Good Heroin at Stories Books & Café
Comedy at the Roosevelt
Serotonin Comedy Show at Hotel Cafe
Jetpack Comedy at Bar Lubitsch
Tao Comedy Studio
Bob Baker Marionette Theater
The Lyric Hyperion
Westside Comedy Theater
Can’t Even Comedy
The Hollywood Comedy
The Bourbon Room
The Dime
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
4-5-1-3, FIREBALL: 9
(four, five, one, three; FIREBALL: nine)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
4-5-1-3, FIREBALL: 9
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ISLAMABAD - Pakistan's paramilitary forces have arrested former Prime Minister Imran Khan in the capital Islamabad, in a move that threatens to escalate political tensions at a time of economic distress in the country.
Footage shared by the media team of the party headed by Khan showed khaki-clad men breaking a window with their batons to extricate the former prime minister, who was in a room designated to check biometric details.
Khan was in an Islamabad courthouse on Tuesday to attend a court session of one of the dozens of cases he is embroiled in.
Following Khan's detention, roads clogged with panicking commuters who rushed to pick up children from school and leave work, fearing protesters would block roads. Islamabad's police issued an order banning demonstrations - in the past, Khan's supporters have ignored those orders and protested regardless. Authorities also appeared to shut down internet services in some areas of Islamabad.
In the Pakistani city of Lahore, which has become Khan's seat of power, his party, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf, posted an image on Twitter of an alarm siren and urged supporters to reach a popular crossing to demonstrate. The words, "Reach Liberty Chowk Right Now," were emblazoned across the image.
"Pakistan's biggest political leader was arrested," said one of Khan's closest allies, Asad Umar, in an Urdu-language Tweet. "The world can see there is no law and order in Pakistan anymore." Umar said Khan's party had formed a six-member committee to decide on further actions.
It was not immediately clear why Khan was detained, given that he had been attending court hearings for cases he was embroiled in, to request bail.
Khan had dodged previous arrest attempts from his residence in Lahore with his supporters clashing with police, ultimately pushing them back.
Local media outlet Geo reported Khan was arrested in relation to a case filed in Pakistan's anti-corruption court, which some analysts say is used to hound critics of the military.
The detention came after the Pakistan's military spokesman, Maj. Gen. Ahmed Sharif released an usually sharply-worded statement against the former prime minister — warning him not to malign a serving officer, describing Khan's claims as "highly irresponsible and baseless allegations," which were "unfortunate, deplorable and unacceptable."
That followed recent allegations made by Khan that a military intelligence official was leading behind a plot to kill him. To add insult to the allegations, Khan referred to him as "Dirty Harry," from an old Clint Eastwood movie – allegations he doubled down on Tuesday, before reaching the court house.
"ISPR sahib," he said in a Twitter statement, referring to the military spokesman, "when an institution takes action against black sheep, it improves its own credibility. An institution which catches corrupt people strengthens itself," he said in comments first translated in the Pakistani daily Dawn. He added: "It is my army, my Pakistan not just yours. It is our army."
Khan was ousted from power in April last year in a no-confidence motion, after the military signaled it no longer supported his rule.
Pakistan has been mired in a political crisis since then, with Khan and his supporters routinely taking to the streets to demand early elections. Their demand has grown louder since Khan's party swept a series of by-elections last year, suggesting it had only grown in power since the former prime minister's ouster.
Pakistan's military has repeatedly signaled that it does not like, or trust Khan, after working closely with his coalition government. It is an irony not lost on many Pakistani analysts who say that it was the army who helped propel Khan's political fortunes, and paved the way for him to win elections in 2018.
Pakistan's political crisis has worsened an economic crisis that has caused food prices to soar and pushed millions close to starvation. There are concerns that the country could default on its debt, owing to its thin foreign currency reserves.
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ST. LOUIS, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) announced today its Mississippi subsidiary, Magnolia Health Plan (Magnolia), has been awarded the Mississippi Division of Medicaid (DOM) contract. Under the new contract, Magnolia will continue serving the state's Coordinated Care Organization Program, which will consist of the Mississippi Coordinated Access Network (MSCAN) and the Mississippi Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The new contract term is four (4) years and includes the option for two, 1-year renewals.
"We are honored to have the opportunity to continue serving our state partners to help build a healthier Mississippi," said Brent Layton, Centene's President and Chief Operating Officer. "We look forward to continuing our long-standing partnerships with our network of local providers and community partners, to deliver member-focused care and improve health outcomes while strengthening communities throughout Mississippi."
Nearly 1 in 4 Mississippians' healthcare is covered through the state's Medicaid managed care program, which provides access to physical health, behavioral health, pharmacy, hospital, and other services. Today, Magnolia serves more than 150,000 Medicaid enrollees and partners with 30,850 healthcare providers statewide.
"For more than a decade, Magnolia has been committed to increasing access to high-quality healthcare for Mississippians," said Aaron Sisk, Magnolia President and CEO. "We believe our focus on the wellness of the whole person, along with our local presence in Mississippi, allows Magnolia to uniquely address the health needs of our communities."
Magnolia has served the Medicaid population in partnership with DOM since 2011. The organization also focuses on under-insured and uninsured individuals through its federal insurance marketplace plan, Ambetter. Additionally, Magnolia provides insurance for the Medicare population through its Medicare Advantage plan, WellCare.
About Centene Corporation
Centene Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading healthcare enterprise that is committed to helping people live healthier lives. The Company takes a local approach – with local brands and local teams – to provide fully integrated, high-quality, and cost-effective services to government-sponsored and commercial healthcare programs, focusing on under-insured and uninsured individuals. Centene offers affordable and high-quality products to nearly 1 in 15 individuals across the nation, including Medicaid and Medicare members (including Medicare Prescription Drug Plans) as well as individuals and families served by the Health Insurance Marketplace, the TRICARE program, and individuals in correctional facilities. The Company also serves several international markets, and contracts with other healthcare and commercial organizations to provide a variety of specialty services focused on treating the whole person. Centene focuses on long-term growth and value creation as well as the development of its people, systems, and capabilities so that it can better serve its members, providers, local communities, and government partners.
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You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, as actual results may differ materially from projections, estimates, or other forward-looking statements due to a variety of important factors, variables and events including, but not limited to: our ability to accurately predict and effectively manage health benefits and other operating expenses and reserves, including fluctuations in medical utilization rates due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19; the risk that the election of new directors, changes in senior management, and any inability to retain key personnel may create uncertainty or negatively impact our ability to execute quickly and effectively; uncertainty as to the expected financial performance of the combined company following the recent completion of the Magellan Acquisition; the possibility that the expected synergies and value creation from the Magellan Acquisition or the acquisition of WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (the WellCare Acquisition) or other acquired businesses will not be realized, or will not be realized within the respective expected time periods; disruption from the integration of the Magellan Acquisition or the WellCare Acquisition, unexpected costs, or similar risks from other acquisitions or dispositions we may announce or complete from time to time, including potential adverse reactions or changes to business relationships with customers, employees, suppliers or regulators, making it more difficult to maintain business and operational relationships; the risk that the closing conditions, including applicable regulatory approvals, for the pending dispositions of Magellan Rx and our Spanish and Central European businesses, may be delayed or not obtained; impairments to real estate, investments, goodwill and intangible assets; a downgrade of the credit rating of our indebtedness; competition; membership and revenue declines or unexpected trends; changes in healthcare practices, new technologies, and advances in medicine; increased healthcare costs; changes in economic, political or market conditions; changes in federal or state laws or regulations, including changes with respect to income tax reform or government healthcare programs as well as changes with respect to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act (collectively referred to as the ACA) and any regulations enacted thereunder that may result from changing political conditions, the new administration or judicial actions; rate cuts or other payment reductions or delays by governmental payors and other risks and uncertainties affecting our government businesses; our ability to adequately price products; tax matters; disasters or major epidemics; changes in expected contract start dates; provider, state, federal, foreign and other contract changes and timing of regulatory approval of contracts; the expiration, suspension, or termination of our contracts with federal or state governments (including, but not limited to, Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE or other customers); the difficulty of predicting the timing or outcome of legal or regulatory proceedings or matters, including, but not limited to, our ability to resolve claims and/or allegations made by states with regard to past practices, including at Envolve Pharmacy Solutions, Inc. (Envolve), as our pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) subsidiary, within the reserve estimate we recorded in 2021 and on other acceptable terms, or at all, or whether additional claims, reviews or investigations relating to our PBM business will be brought by states, the federal government or shareholder litigants, or government investigations; the timing and extent of benefits from strategic value creation initiatives, including the possibility that these initiatives will not be successful, or will not be realized within the expected time periods; challenges to our contract awards; cyber-attacks or other privacy or data security incidents; the exertion of management's time and our resources, and other expenses incurred and business changes required in connection with complying with the undertakings in connection with any regulatory, governmental or third party consents or approvals for acquisitions or dispositions; any changes in expected closing dates, estimated purchase price and accretion for acquisitions or dispositions; restrictions and limitations in connection with our indebtedness; our ability to maintain or achieve improvement in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Star ratings and maintain or achieve improvement in other quality scores in each case that can impact revenue and future growth; the availability of debt and equity financing on terms that are favorable to us; inflation; foreign currency fluctuations; and risks and uncertainties discussed in the reports that Centene has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. 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In response to a rise in vehicle thefts involving certain Kia and Hyundai models, SPD’s Crime Prevention Coordinators will be giving away steering wheel locks at each of its five precincts this month.
The devices are available at no charge to people who live or work in the City of Seattle, with a focus on those who own or lease a Kia or Hyundai vehicle.
PRECINCT DATES & TIMES:
East Precinct – 1519 12th Avenue:
- April 25 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
- April 29 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
West Precinct – 810 Virginia Street:
- April 20 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
- April 29 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. * This event is at Hing Hay Park (423 Maynard Avenue S)
North Precinct – 10049 College Way N:
- April 21 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
- April 29 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
South Precinct – 3001 S Myrtle Street:
- April 27 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
- April 29 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Southwest Precinct – 2300 SW Webster Street:
- April 15 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
- April 20 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Due to limited availability, locks cannot be set aside or held. Only one lock is allowed per person. Please go to the pick-up event scheduled for the precinct where you live or work. | https://nwasianweekly.com/2023/04/spd-giving-away-kia-and-hyundai-steering-wheel-locks/ | 2023-04-13 16:30:34 | 1 | https://nwasianweekly.com/2023/04/spd-giving-away-kia-and-hyundai-steering-wheel-locks/ |
Supervisors in Arizona’s Maricopa County voted unanimously to certify their election canvass ahead of a state deadline on Monday, defying Republican objections.
Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake (R) and others in the GOP have seized on printer malfunctions in Maricopa County, Arizona’s most populous jurisdiction that includes Phoenix, making it an epicenter for election challenges as they called on supervisors to vote against certification.
The Republican-controlled board voted unanimously to certify the canvass on Monday at the conclusion of a tense meeting, insisting no voter was disenfranchised. Dozens of residents spoke about their concerns, at times interrupting supervisors, including some attendees who were escorted out of the room.
“These conversations need to focus on real issues. We can spend the next two years as we’ve spent the last two, fighting over conspiracy theories promoted on social media by people who know nothing about —” Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer (R) said at the meeting before he was cut off by boos from attendees.
Board Chairman Bill Gates (R), who repeatedly admonished attendees for the interruptions, reiterated his acknowledgement of the Election Day printer malfunctions and indicated the board will conduct an “even deeper dive” to fix the problem moving forward.
“Let me be abundantly clear: There has never been a perfect election, and this was not a perfect election,” Gates said. “There were issues, but we were transparent about that.”
Lake, a Trump ally who called on supporters to show up to the meeting, repeatedly posted clips on her Twitter and Truth Social accounts touting supporters who spoke at the meeting.
“Watching you pledge allegiance to my flag was disgusting, the way that you’ve sold us out,” said resident David Clements.
“Instead of praising the people that were running the election, you need to fire them for incompetence, because this whole thing was a sham,” said resident Randy Miller, who also criticized the two-minute limit per speaker, along with multiple other attendees.
“You are violating the Constitution. You are violating our rights by saying you can only petition the government for two minutes. Where’s your authority to do that? Who died and made you King?” Miller said.
Under state law, counties have until Monday to certify their vote canvasses unless they meet a specific exception. Most county boards voted to certify.
But in Cochise County, a rural jurisdiction in Arizona’s southeastern corner, the board’s two Republicans voted against certification on Monday. The Arizona secretary of state’s office has promised to sue the county by 5 p.m. local time.
Mohave County, a GOP-controlled county in the opposite corner of the state that last week delayed its certification in protest of the Maricopa malfunctions, unanimously voted to certify on Monday afternoon.
Two Republicans who last week supported the delay indicated they were certifying “under duress,” noting the legal implications if they missed the state deadline. | https://who13.com/hill-politics/arizonas-maricopa-county-votes-to-certify-2022-election-over-gop-objections/ | 2022-11-28 23:13:20 | 0 | https://who13.com/hill-politics/arizonas-maricopa-county-votes-to-certify-2022-election-over-gop-objections/ |
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Fans lined up Wednesday to get a prime spot in downtown Kansas City as the city celebrates the Kansas City Chiefs' second Super Bowl championship in four NFL seasons.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid and Super Bowl MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes were riding in double-decker buses, joined by teammates, family and Chiefs officials, in front of fans standing up to 10 people deep as the parade rolled down a main downtown street on the way to a rally at Union Station.
Chiefs owner Clark Hunt stood in one of the buses holding the Lombardi Trophy, denoting the Chiefs 38-35 win over the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl on Sunday. He later handed it off to players, who passed it around.
Most schools, many businesses and some government offices in the Kansas City metro area were closed to allow fans to enjoy the festivities.
Fans were generally happy and in good spirits while waiting in long lines for food trucks, merchandise trucks and, of course, portable toilets. Some people slept overnight to get prime spots across from Union Station.
But Shellie Diehl, 46, of Kansas City, was seated along a street about a block from Union Station as the crowd became more congested in front of the rally site. She was joined by her 8-year-old daughter, Skyler; 16-year-old daughter, Taylor; and a friend.
Diehl said she came to the Chiefs parade in 2020 and decided to have mother-daughter time while celebrating Skyler's first parade.
“The last one was so much fun, we decided we had to come to this one,” Diehl said. “We're big Chiefs fans, and we wanted to celebrate a great day with the community.”
After decades of championship drought, the city is gaining experience with victory parades. Four seasons ago, the Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers for the team’s first Super Bowl championship in 50 years. That followed the Kansas City Royals winning the World Series in 2015, the city’s first baseball championship in 30 years.
Some fans admitted that Kansas City might be getting a little spoiled.
“Kind of getting used to it, but that's OK,” said Liz Barber, 50, of Shawnee, Kansas. “It is good.”
David Cordray, 38, from Kansas City, said “We had a 50-year-drought, so it's about time we had our own dynasty.”
A group of about 25 Chiefs fans from Kansas City who arrived about 6 a.m. cooked up a breakfast feast, complete with corn on the cob, bacon and potatoes and all the trimmings — and they had steaks ready for later in the day.
Dominic Zamora, 18, of Kansas City, said the friends arrived about 6 a.m. to set up their tailgate, continuing a tradition whenever he and his friends attend Chiefs games. He said he expects to return for more parades in the coming years.
“With Mahomes, there's more to come,” Zamora said. “It's going to be fun, and I'm excited to show up."
Manuel Palacio, 48, of Kansas City, was dressed in a cow's suit in a tribute to Kansas City's “Cowtown” nickname.
He said he was a longtime Buffalo Bills fan who converted to the Chiefs in about 1993 after losing a bet with a Chiefs fan.
“I had to convert,” Palacio said. “It's like being an Oakland Raiders fan; at some point you have to cheer for the team who keeps winning,” he said, laughing.
Palacio said he and his extended family spend the season watching the Chiefs games at home and decided “when — not if — we win the Super Bowl, we're going to go down there and have some fun, celebrate together.”
Officials began planning the parade weeks before the Chiefs defeated the Eagles on a field goal with 8 seconds remaining in the game.
Kansas City police said about 675 law enforcement officers from more than 20 agencies, along with fire departments and transportation leaders, were fanned out along the route for the anticipated crowd.
The City Council Transportation and Infrastructure Committee agreed to earmark $750,000 for parade-related expenses, and Mayor Quinton Lucas estimated overtime costs for police and firefighters would total more than $1.5 million.
The the Kansas City Sports Commission is expected to contribute another $1 million in private donations, and the Jackson County Legislature voted to add $75,000. | https://www.kens5.com/article/sports/nfl/superbowl/kansas-city-chiefs-fans-celebrate-2023-super-bowl-win/507-da97b472-6367-422a-b263-928e11b30aaa | 2023-02-16 01:41:50 | 0 | https://www.kens5.com/article/sports/nfl/superbowl/kansas-city-chiefs-fans-celebrate-2023-super-bowl-win/507-da97b472-6367-422a-b263-928e11b30aaa |
CA Marine Warnings and Forecast for Friday, September 30, 2022
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SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
254 AM PDT Wed Sep 28 2022
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THURSDAY TO 3 PM PDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas
8 to 10 feet expected.
* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...From 9 AM Thursday to 3 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 3 PM PDT
7 to 9 feet expected.
* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.
* WHEN...From 3 PM Thursday to 3 PM PDT Friday.
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In 1960, at the age of six, Ruby Bridges was the first Black child to desegregate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans. Now she shares the lessons she learned with future generations.
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Maggie O'Farrell about her novel The Marriage Portrait, an imagined account of the life of Lucrezia de' Medici, who was rumored to have been murdered by her husband. | https://www.wunc.org/2022-09-12/encore-brooke-shields-is-getting-older-in-the-public-eye-and-wants-to-talk-about-it | 2022-09-12 22:18:02 | 0 | https://www.wunc.org/2022-09-12/encore-brooke-shields-is-getting-older-in-the-public-eye-and-wants-to-talk-about-it |
LOCAL NEWS
Both directions of I-90 closed over Snoqualmie Pass due to freezing rain
NORTH BEND, Wash. — Interstate 90 is closed in both directions from North Bend to Ellensburg due to freezing rain, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
The freezing rain is creating extreme weather conditions, including avalanche danger.
WSDOT tweeted just after 11:40 a.m. that the lanes of I-90 are closed in both directions from milepost 34 to 106.
Crews will evaluate conditions at the pass at 9 p.m. to determine if the roadway can reopen Saturday.
“The reality is the freezing rain isn’t supposed to let up until Sunday afternoon, and then supposed to hit again Monday,” reads a tweet from WSDOT. “That means we’ll likely continue to see these conditions for some time. Wish we had better news.”
US 2 over Stevens Pass also remains closed due to weather conditions and avalanche danger. There is no ETA for reopening at this time.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
I-90 Snoqualmie Pass and US 2 Stevens Pass are both closed. US 12 White Pass remains open for cross-state travel though it is also experiencing freezing rain. https://t.co/2Bkm7O5T1z
— Washington State DOT (@wsdot) December 24, 2022 | https://mynorthwest.com/3760106/both-directions-of-i-90-closed-over-snoqualmie-pass-due-to-freezing-rain/ | 2022-12-25 01:46:36 | 0 | https://mynorthwest.com/3760106/both-directions-of-i-90-closed-over-snoqualmie-pass-due-to-freezing-rain/ |
Los Angeles took a safety when returner Brandon Powell ran out of the end zone on punt formation after a three-and-out. After the free kick, Atlanta had one final chance at the Falcons 40, but Mariota was sacked before he could get a Hail Mary attempt off on the final play.
Stafford completed his first 12 passes en route to going 27 of 36. Kupp had 11 catches for 108 yards and touchdowns on consecutive drives in the second and third quarters.
Kupp caught a 3-yard TD with 18 seconds remaining in the first half to give the Rams a 21-3 lead. The Super Bowl MVP's first score came three plays after Rams rookie cornerback Cobie Durant picked off a pass bobbled by Cordarrelle Patterson and returned it 51 yards up the right sideline to the Falcons 9.
The Rams then took the second half kickoff and extended their lead by another touchdown when Kupp made an over-the-shoulder catch on a fade pattern on third-and-4 from Atlanta's 10.
Mariota was 17 of 26 for 196 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.
London, the No. 8 overall pick who went to college at Southern California, had eight catches for 86 yards, including his first touchdown during the third quarter.
The Falcons were able to move the ball in the first half, but were done in by mistakes. They got the opening kickoff and went 49 yards before Younghoe Koo was wide left on a 44-yard field goal attempt. Los Angeles would convert that into a touchdown when Stafford connected with Allen Robinson for a 1-yard TD.
Atlanta then turned it over on downs on its next possession when Patterson was stopped by Bobby Wagner and Greg Gaines. The Rams made took advantage of the short field and scored eight plays later when Darrell Henderson went 8 yards around right guard to make it 14-0 with 9:34 remaining in the second quarter.
INJURIES
Falcons: CB A.J. Terrell was evaluated for a head injury in the first half and was cleared to return.
Rams: RG Tremayne Anchrum suffered an ankle injury on the opening series and did not return. ... CB Troy Hill (questionable) was also injured in the first half.
UP NEXT
Falcons: Travel to face the Seattle Seahawks next Sunday.
Rams: Travel to take on the Arizona Cardinals next Sunday.
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EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Monday, Oct. 10 is Word Mental Health Day, and it’s a chance to “rekindle our efforts to protect and improve mental health,” according to the World Health Organization.
Health experts say the COVID-19 pandemic created a global mental health crisis, with a 25% rise in anxiety and depressive disorders in the first year of the outbreak.
“The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major effect on our lives,” said the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Many of us are facing challenges that can be stressful and overwhelming.”
According to the CDC, 45,979 deaths in 2020 were the result of suicide — “about one death every 11 minutes.”
In that same year, about 12.2 million U.S. adults seriously considered suicide, 3.2 million planned an attempt, and 1.2 million went through with a suicide attempt, according to the CDC.
The rising cost of living and financial stress, combined with the pandemic has made it tough for many around the globe, but researchers in Britain say you’re not alone.
“The stats are similar in the U.S. and U.K. about one in six people every week experience diagnosable levels of mental illness,” said Dr. Antonis Kousoulis, director for England and Wales at the Mental Health Foundation.
Britain’s Mental Health Foundation studied the best ways to cope with such problems as anxiety and depression. Experts have offered the following 11 tips to boost mental health:
- Get closer to nature
- Learn to understand and manage your feelings
- Talk to someone you trust for support
- Be aware of using drugs and/or alcohol to cope with difficult feelings
- Try to make the most of your money and get help with problem debts
- Get more from your sleep
- Be kind and help create a better world
- Keep moving
- Eat healthy food
- Be curious and open-minded to new experiences
- Plan things to look forward to
Experts say the stigma remains the largest barrier to effective suicide prevention.
“The main stigma is that it’s your fault if you’re struggling,” Kousoulis said.
But there are ways to recognize if someone needs help, and recognizing the signs is key to keeping those around you safe.
“Are there aspects of our lives that are suffering? Sleep is quite often the first one,” Kousoulis said. “Any changes in behavior, motivation at work, being invested in the relationships we have.”
Experts say it’s important for parents to listen to their kids from an early age.
According to the CDC, suicide was the second leading cause of death in 2020 among the 10-14 and 25-34 age groups.
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Take a look at the top stat leaders in eight categories — strikeouts, hits, doubles, triples, home runs, RBIs, runs scored and stolen bases — in the NJIC for games played through Wednesday, May 3.
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Which PetSmart dog collars are best?
Dog collars are no longer the simple pieces of fabric and buckle that they used to be. Over the last several decades, collars have evolved to enhance safety and comfort. Reflectors, GPS tracking and even sleep tracking features can help you provide the highest quality of life for your beloved fur baby.
Our selection for the Best of the Best PetSmart dog collar is the Fi Series 2 Smart Collar Kit for Dogs. This smart dog collar tracks your pup’s location via GPS and provides a host of other exceptional features.
What to know before you buy a PetSmart dog collar
Your dog’s neck measurement
PetSmart carries an extensive inventory of top-quality dog collars. Before you can select the right one for your pup, you’ll need to know their neck measurement. What constitutes a small collar for one brand may be the size of a large collar for another. That’s why it is essential to make your purchase based on an actual measurement rather than a set size.
Using a cloth measuring tape, find out the circumference of your dog’s neck in inches. Circle the measuring tape around the area where your dog’s collar would naturally sit.
Desired features
As mentioned previously, dog collars now boast an array of innovative features. From tech-based to eco-friendly, you can purchase collars that are aligned with your values and preferences.
While exploring available options from PetSmart, write a list of the features that are most important to you. This list will help you narrow down your choices. If certain features are not available, this list will also reveal any add-ons that you may need to purchase (e.g. reflective tags).
Appearance
What pet owner doesn’t want their pooch to look adorable? Whether you want your dog to represent your favorite sports team, or to wear a dapper bow tie, choices abound. On top of picking a collar that includes all desired features, also select a pattern or design that you love. Exceptionally-coordinated owners should decide if they want the new collar to match their dog’s current leash.
What to look for in a quality PetSmart dog collar
Safety
As with all items that you buy for your pet, safety is critical when it comes to dog collars. PetSmart only carries brands that are committed to this same mission. Collars from this retailer are designed to stay on your dog, preventing them from getting loose. The materials used to construct each dog collar also adhere to the highest standards, providing top-tier safety and comfort.
Adjustable
Having the ability to adjust your chosen collar is another key feature. This is particularly important if you’re buying for a growing puppy. Even if you were precise in taking your dog’s neck measurement, there can be some variance. Adjustable collars allow you to overcome this variance, and to achieve the perfect fit.
Durable
Durability is a critical feature in a dog collar — especially if your pup is a heavy chewer. If they (or another dog in your home) get a hold of it in any way, they will likely treat the collar like it is a toy. Flexible dogs have even been known to chew on their collar while wearing it. Well-built collars are strong enough to withstand both daily use and the occasional chewing incident. Look for options that are not focused solely on looks and that do not have pieces that could easily be destroyed.
Fun design
Great dog collar brands know how to balance functionality with style. Although it is important not to pick a collar exclusively based on its appearance, top-rated options often feature a selection of fun colors and designs.
How much you can expect to spend on a PetSmart dog collar
Depending on the size and features that you want, dog collars cost between $5-$150. Premium options come equipped with advanced tech features.
PetSmart dog collar FAQ
Aren’t all dog collars basically the same?
A. Definitely not. In appearance and features, dog collars offer a wide range of options for owners. Assessing which features you want most will help you feel as satisfied as possible with your purchase.
How do I know which features are best for my dog?
A. This depends heavily on your dog’s lifestyle and individual needs. For example, if you frequently take your pup for a walk when it is dark outside, having a collar with lighting or a reflective element is a wise choice. Strive to pick the collar that adds the most value to your dog’s everyday routine.
What are the best PetSmart dog collars to buy?
Top PetSmart dog collar
Fi Series 2 Smart Collar Kit for Dogs
What you need to know: Delivering the most technologically advanced collar experience available, owners who use this model can track their dog’s location and sleep habits.
What you’ll love: Durable, comfortable and embedded with smart technology, the Fi Series 2 Smart Collar Kit for Dogs is the ultimate toy for pet parents. The collar is available in multiple colors, including yellow, blue and gray. Features include sleep tracking, GPS monitoring and Lost Dog Mode.
What you should consider: At $150, this collar is pretty expensive.
Where to buy: Sold by PetSmart
Top PetSmart dog collar for the money
Grrreen Not A Plastic Bottle Adjustable Dog Collar
What you need to know: Created using recycled plastic, this collar is an affordable and durable option for earth-focused dog owners.
What you’ll love: Printed with the phrase “Not A Plastic Bottle,” this collar is made with recycled plastic from two water bottles. It is available in sizes extra small through large and is adjustable. At under $5 for all sizes, this collar is an exceptional bargain find.
What you should consider: It is not available for dogs over 75 pounds.
Where to buy: Sold by PetSmart
Worth checking out
What you need to know: Available in a wide array of colors and sizes, this basic design is a reliable and budget-friendly choice.
What you’ll love: Pet owners have ample options with this durable and adjustable collar. The collar comes in five solid colors (blue, navy, pink, red and black), and five sizes.
What you should consider: This collar is not ideal for dogs who pull while on walks.
Where to buy: Sold by PetSmart
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New king, new expectations: What does Britain want from its monarchs?
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As Andre Sterling and his sister walk along Carnaby in Central London, a glittering crown hangs over the pedestrian street. The siblings, whose parents immigrated to Britain from Jamaica, are unimpressed by May’s coronation of King Charles III.
“I believe in trying to create the fairest society possible, and I don’t think that can come about while there is somebody who, by birthright, is historically ‘better’ than everybody else and who rides around in a literal gold carriage,” says Mr. Sterling.
Why We Wrote This
The May 6 crowning of King Charles promises to swathe Britain in pomp and circumstance. But what does the monarchy represent to Britons today?
A March poll by YouGov suggests that 52% of Britons, like the Sterlings, are not interested in the coronation. Long-term polling reveals a decline in support for the scandal-plagued institution, particularly among millennials and Generation Z.
Until now, the monarchy has endured because it has historically been stronger than the individuals within it. But some observers say that the widely loved Queen Elizabeth II became bigger than the monarchy itself. The new king’s challenge is to persuade modern-day Britain that the throne is still relevant.
Outside Buckingham Palace, Matt Raybold expresses confidence that Charles will be “fine.”
“One thing we like in this country is a bit of pomp and circumstance,” says the police officer from Birmingham. “It’ll just give everyone an excuse to forget a little bit about everything that’s going on. And just have a good time together as a family and as a country.”
Outside Buckingham Palace, thousands of tourists are in a jubilant mood. The springtime sun has burst out. So have the daffodils in nearby St. James’s Park. The only people not smiling are the famously stoic Buckingham Palace guards. Outside the gates, Generation Z sightseer Jasleen Kaur cheerfully banters with relatives who are visiting from India. But she’s hardly in awe of London’s most majestic home, which will host celebrations for King Charles’ coronation on May 6.
To her, the building looks “pretty much useless at the moment,” given that it appears to be uninhabited. Her thoughts on the monarchy strike a similar chord.
“It doesn’t really affect our day-to-day lives,” says the student from Nottingham. “To be honest, even the coronation and everything, we [aren’t] that interested in it.”
Why We Wrote This
The May 6 crowning of King Charles promises to swathe Britain in pomp and circumstance. But what does the monarchy represent to Britons today?
The crowds of tourists here, including visitors from all over Britain, are testament to the royal family’s legacy and heritage. But a March poll by international online group YouGov suggests that 52% of Britons are, like Ms. Kaur, not interested in the coronation. And long-term polling reveals a decline in support for the scandal-plagued institution in recent years. That’s particularly true among millennials and Gen Z.
Until now, the monarchy has endured because it has historically been stronger than the individuals within it. But some observers say that the widely loved Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned for seven decades, became bigger than the monarchy itself. By contrast, Britons aren’t as enthusiastic about her eldest son and heir. The new king’s challenge is to persuade modern-day Britain that the throne is still relevant. For Charles III, the coronation won’t just be a formal ceremony. It will be a vital opportunity to establish the tone of his reign and make a case for the monarchy.
“Charles is going to have to keep on working at it – and indeed, his son, obviously, too – if it’s going to continue to be valued as an institution,” says Sir John Curtice, senior research fellow at the National Centre for Social Research, in a phone interview. The center has been tracking trends in attitudes toward the monarchy since 1983.
The king is an “intriguing combination of avant-garde and deep tradition,” says royal historian Sally Bedell Smith, author of “Prince Charles: The Passions and Paradoxes of an Improbable Life.”
“The artist who was commissioned to do this first official portrait of him as king wanted very specifically to bring out his sympathy and humanity, which has always been there for people who have encountered him or who have known him through his charities,” says the author, who has just released “George VI and Elizabeth: The Marriage That Shaped the Monarchy.”
But King Charles, who years ago spent several days living with a farming family in the Outer Hebrides, a chain of islands off the coast of Scotland, needs to convince citizens that he’s the people’s king.
“I believe in trying to create the fairest society possible, and I don’t think that can come about while there is somebody who, by birthright, is historically ‘better’ than everybody else and who rides around in a literal gold carriage,” says Andre Sterling, walking with his sister, Natalie, on Carnaby Street in central London. Behind them, a glittering crown hangs as a decoration over the pedestrian street. The siblings, whose parents immigrated to Britain from Jamaica, favor a republican form of government.
Over the past year, the treasury in Britain granted the royal family £86 million of taxpayer money. But cab driver Mohsin Raza, who loved Queen Elizabeth II, shrugs.
“I think in return what they bring to this country is massive, the goodwill and tourism,” says Mr. Raza, while waiting for his next customer on Regent Street.
At a time of rising inflation in Britain, the king’s coronation will be significantly smaller than the previous one: Some 2,000 guests compared to the more than 8,000 attendees for Elizabeth II’s ceremony. The king has made several other bids to seem attuned to modern Britain. In April, the palace announced his support for research into the monarchy’s historic ties to trans-Atlantic slavery. The palace also touted the values of inclusivity and diversity at the coronation. The concert the day after the ceremony will include a choir with amateur singers representing the National Health Service, LGBTQ+ community, and refugees.
The decision to include refugees in the choir may not have been intended as a critique of the Conservative government’s policy on deportation. But it did have a political impact. In Parliament, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was asked whether those singing in the choir risked being deported. It’s not the first time that King Charles has created a political stir. The British government asked the new king not to attend COP27, the United Nations climate conference, in Egypt last year. The king, renowned for his longtime advocacy for action on climate change, instead hosted a reception at Buckingham Palace for key COP27 figures prior to the conference.
“It would be difficult for him to unite people,” observes Kathy Clark, commuting on a train from London to a small town in Surrey. “He’s already expressed a wide range of views about things that the people will have opinions on.”
Though Ms. Clark says Charles has been vindicated in his longtime advocacy for the environment, she prefers the queen’s policy of not taking public stances.
In his inaugural speech on national television following the passing of Queen Elizabeth, the king stressed that he’d respect the apolitical role of the crown. The monarchy can, however, exert soft power.
“It can give attention to parts of civil society which aren’t of interest to politicians,” says Bob Morris, co-editor of “The Role of Monarchy in Democracy” and an honorary staff member of the constitution unit at University College London. The current Princess of Wales, Kate, “is interested in, for example, early childhood development. If you took an ultra view, you could say, ‘Well, this is interfering in politics,’ but it’s not. It’s trying to give attention to issues which she feels strongly about.”
Queen Elizabeth made the symbolic, yet political, gesture of shaking the hand of former IRA commander Martin McGuinness in 2011. At the time, Mr. McGuinness described it as an opportunity for “a new relationship between Britain and Ireland and between the Irish people themselves.”
King Charles may have a similar task – to create a sense of common cultural heritage to bind Britain together at a time when some in Scotland and Wales favor independence.
“He’s seen as a product of England for many in the Celtic fringes,” says royal watcher Tessa Dunlop, author of the new book “Elizabeth and Philip: A Story of Young Love, Marriage and Monarchy,” “So that is an issue for [the monarchy] as a uniting force within Britain, which is really key in terms of their role within the United Kingdom, because that’s one of our massive fault lines: Are we going to hold it together?”
Polls consistently show less support for Charles and the monarchy within Scotland. More recently, support throughout Britain has taken a dip. Contributing to that may be problems facing Prince Andrew, who last year settled a sexual assault case. In addition, there's the family rift with Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, which the British media never tires of writing rancorous headlines about. Prince Harry will be attending his father's coronation.
Last year’s NatCen survey observed that “The 55% who said it was ‘very’ or ‘quite’ important for Britain to have a monarchy in 2021 is the lowest figure on record, while those who said it is either ‘not at all important’ or that it should be abolished reached a quarter (25%) for the first time.”
“The youngest generation of under 35 is particularly less likely to be enamored or think the monarchy is really important than, well, younger people 20 years ago,” says NatCen’s Sir John. If that persists it could lead to a generational shift.
Back outside Buckingham Palace, tourist Matt Raybold expresses confidence that the new king will be “fine,” because he has inherited the character of his parents. “We’re very pro-monarchy,” says the police officer from Birmingham, who’s sightseeing with his family. “It’s all we’ve ever known and we wouldn’t want anything else.”
Nearby, flatbed trucks equipped with whirring cranes are laying panels of flooring over the grass alongside the road where well-wishers will throng to the king and queen consort in their horse-drawn carriage en route to Westminster Abbey.
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Brahm, Jeffery A.
Jeffery A. Brahm, 66, of Kettering, passed away on July 17th, 2023. Jeff was born on March 25th, 1957 to George and Greta Brahm in Lima, Ohio. After Jeff graduated from Fairmont West in 1975, he continued his education at Hobart Welding School. In 1978, Jeff met his wife, Annie. Together, they had two children, Jacob and Samantha, and three granddaughters. In 2021, Jeff retired from JBK Manufacturing as a Certified Aircraft Welder after a 39-year career. He spent his time traveling, 4-wheeling, fishing, and gardening. He loved music, birds, and anything in nature. Jeff was a devoted husband, father, son, and friend to many. Jeff was predeceased in death by his father (George), brother (Steven), nephew (Jason), and niece (Gretchen Crooks). He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Annie, his son Jacob (Marjorie), his daughter Samantha (Amanda), his granddaughters (Bethel, Emery, and River), his mother Greta, his brothers Mike (Bev) and Tim, his sister Carla Savage (Bob), and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Ohio Dept. of Natural Resources at www.ohiodnr.gov. Services will be held at 2pm, Monday, July 24, 2023 at Tobias Funeral Home, Far Hills Chapel. Friends may visit from 12pm until the time of service Monday. Visit www.tobiasfuneralhome.com for more information.
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Trevor Moore looks to tally 100th point when Kings host Wild
The Los Angeles Kings liked what they saw in Trevor Moore when they traded away two key pieces to acquire him in February of 2020.
Nearly three years later, the Kings are reaping the rewards.
Moore will be looking to notch the 100th point of his NHL career when the Kings host the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night.
Moore had a goal and an assist in a 5-4 win against the visiting Florida Panthers on Saturday night, his fourth multi-point game of the season.
Moore, a Los Angeles-area native who was never drafted into the NHL, said he’s kept a keen eye on his elite-level teammates with both the Toronto Maple Leafs, who traded him to Los Angeles, and the Kings, borrowing different elements of their games.
“They try to look before they get the puck and get their head up right away,” Moore said. “Obviously, I’m not at that level, but it helps to take a peek before you get the puck.”
The Kings are also benefiting from the play of 23-year-old center Gabriel Vilardi, who scored his team-leading ninth goal of the season against the Panthers.
Vilardi, the 11th overall pick by Los Angeles in the 2017 NHL Draft, is one goal from matching his NHL career high set over 54 games in 2020-21.
“He’s done a lot of good things for us,” Kings coach Todd McLellan said.
Blake Lizotte, another young center for the Kings, has scored a goal in each of the past two games.
Los Angeles winger Kevin Fiala is also set to play his former team for the second time this season.
Fiala, who spent the past four seasons with the Wild before signing a free-agent deal with the Kings in the offseason, had a goal and two assists in a 7-6 win in Minnesota on Oct. 15.
Fiala has a team-leading 11 assists for Los Angeles and nine points (two goals, seven assists) over his past seven games.
The Wild haven’t played since a 4-0 loss to the visiting Seattle Kraken on Thursday, and Minnesota coach Dean Evason said the extended rest should make a difference.
“The last game, we had no energy,” Evason said. “We’ve had four days off. We’ve had two complete days off, so there’s absolutely no reason why our energy (during practice Monday) shouldn’t lead into our energy, not only for (Tuesday), but going forward.”
The Wild are also beginning to get some key players back from injury.
Jordan Greenway played less than three minutes of his season debut against the Vancouver Canucks on Oct. 20 before the left wing left with an upper-body injury.
Greenway, who had 10 goals and 17 assists in 62 games last season, will be in the lineup against the Kings.
Marcus Foligno is expected to rejoin the Wild when they visit the Kraken on Friday. Foligno has been sidelined with an upper-body injury since Oct. 30.
The Wild called up Adam Beckman and Joseph Cramarossa from the Iowa Wild of the American Hockey League on Sunday.
Cramarossa is expected to make his season debut against the Kings, likely on the fourth line.
Brandon Duhaime and Ryan Hartman will not accompany the Wild on their three-game road trip because of upper-body injuries.
Hartman sustained an apparent shoulder injury during a fight against the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 30.
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HIBBING — BoomTown owners Jessica and Erik Lietz are partnering with Trellis Co. to retrofit the 1920s ballroom of the historic Androy Hotel into an event space, expanding their catering abilities with a new commissary kitchen.
The Androy Hotel is owned by Trellis Co. , a nonprofit Twin Cities-based developer, manager and owner of affordable housing, such as the Androy Apartments located on the upper level of the building.
BoomTown Brewery & Woodfire has locations in Duluth, Eveleth and Hibbing, in addition to The Whistling Bird , a Caribbean-inspired restaurant in Gilbert.
Trellis Co. reached out to BoomTown owners to partner on its vision to bring the ballroom back to what it was historically. A 1920s chandelier will also be installed in what was formerly known as the Crystal Lounge.
Through April, the Hibbing Elks Club will continue Wednesday bingo nights downstairs until BoomTown takes over the space in May. The space is anticipated to be ready to host events by June, and already has several bookings, Jessica Lietz said.
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"We are thrilled to partner with Boomtown Brewery for this exciting community and event space where community members can come together to connect and build relationships," Trellis Co. President Elizabeth Flannery said in a statement. "We are excited to continue to preserve the building in the community and look forward to continued updates, including the relighting of the historic Androy sign."
The main ballroom seats up to 200 people, with an adjacent room that seats the same amount. Trellis Co. will make renovations such as custom plaster work, flooring, paint and additional kitchen updates, while BoomTown will furnish the space and supply equipment needed for catering and events.
Since Trellis Co. specializes in affordable housing, Jessica Lietz said it will rely on BoomTown to operate the event and kitchen space.
Jessica Lietz first began working in the hospitality industry as a hostess at age 17. An electrician by trade, Erik Lietz also previously co-owned Bay View Lodge on Lake Vermilion. While she attended dental school, the couple decided to shift gears.
"There is just something about this industry. We both found something we connected with and that we were good at," she said.
After opening the Bird, we wanted to open a second restaurant. The Bird was my baby.
When Jessica Lietz was growing up, her mother had two jobs and worked at The Whistling Bird. Eventually, the restaurant closed and was vacant for years. The city of Gilbert considered demolishing the building, which she said sparked an interest in the property that previously served as a hotel and boarding house. Residents missed the former restaurant, so Lietz reopened The Whistling Bird in 2013.
"After opening the Bird, we wanted to open a second restaurant. The Bird was my baby. We were running it together and wanted to take on one more," Lietz said.
In 2015, they opened BoomTown in Eveleth, and it took off. The restaurant offered something different than was available to the area at the time. Its upscale casual fare provided "a little something for everyone," from burgers, wings and cheese curds, to made-from-scratch pasta and hand-cut steaks," Jessica Lietz said.
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"It was so busy and so much more successful than we anticipated. It was well-received by the community," she said. "One day when it was crazy busy and we hadn't had a day off in six months, we were approached by the bank that owned the old Zimmy's Bar and Restaurant location."
The building on East Howard Street was previously the site of the old trolley car depot in Hibbing and connects to The Whistling Bird by rail. With its high ceilings and garage doors, Jessica Lietz said it looked like a great place to start a brewery.
In 2017, the Hibbing BoomTown location opened. The couple hired brewmaster Dennis Holland, who is well-known among beer connoisseurs for developing the award-winning Edmund Fitzgerald Porter for Great Lakes Brewing Co. in Cleveland. Holland continues to work for the Lietzes, brewing beer in Hibbing that is delivered to all the other BoomTown locations, including the Androy and The Whistling Bird.
The COVID-19 pandemic delayed the opening of Duluth's BoomTown location until 2021. Now, the couple is ready to ramp up their catering and event services. Jessica Lietz said the partnership with Trellis Co. to revitalize the 1920s ballroom of the historic Androy Hotel comes at a good time.
"Catering is something we've been talking about for years, but we've been too busy opening restaurants to get to it. Catering is something we've slowly built on year after year, and we've catered a few events. The struggle in the past is that the kitchens are already busy for what we're doing in-house," Jessica Lietz said.
The Androy Hotel building has a commissary kitchen where BoomTown can work from to cater customized and standard menus for lunch and dinner buffets, plated dinners or boxed meals.
Catering is something we've been talking about for years, but we've been too busy opening restaurants to get to it.
Throughout all their locations, the Lietzes employ 150 people, and will add 50 positions ranging from management to bartending, and everything in between.
"We are hiring for the Androy, and all of our locations as we head into the busier season," Jessica Lietz said.
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History of the Androy Hotel
Otherwise known as the "Grand Hotel of Northern Minnesota" for a half-century, the historic Androy Hotel located at 592 E. Howard St., across from Hibbing's BoomTown, was once central to much of the region's political, commercial and social activity, according to the National Register of Historic Places Inventory.
The Androy was named after Roy Quigley and Andrew Doran, officers in the Quigley-Doran Hotel Co. that managed it, according to the National Register of Historic Places Inventory. Today, the four-story Renaissance revival-style building exterior appears much as it did when it opened June 30, 1921, with its red tapestry brick, Indiana Bedford stone trim, and diamond-mosaic brick patterning on the fourth story.
Inside, piers and beams of dark-stained hardwood embellished the lobby opposite of the grand staircase, which led to public rooms upstairs and to the ballroom downstairs. The hotel featured 142 rooms, a main dining room, three private dining rooms, reception rooms, sample rooms and shops. It was also home to Red Cross offices and the Chamber of Commerce, according to the register.
The Androy Hotel was built in 1921 by Charles F. Haglin & Sons under the direction of Oliver Mining Co. during the relocation of Hibbing from its original site a mile north of the present city, according to the National Register of Historic Places Inventory.
The register says Oliver Mining Co. acquired the mineral rights of the land and had a significant impact on Hibbing's present appearance.
"It's kind of why we're all here, right? These towns all blew up around the mining era," said Jessica Lietz.
When the original site of the city was platted in 1893, Hibbing had a population of 326 people, according to the National Register of Historic Places Inventory. The first ore left by rail to Lake Superior two years later.
Ore mining became the economic mainstay of the community. By 1916, mining tax revenues provided $2.5 million toward public and civic improvements to the city.
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By 1920, what began as a mining camp had grown to over 15,000 people. The fairly-established original community of Hibbing included a city hall, banks, library, district courthouse and residences. The city council accepted the proposal to move the town to the south in 1918 in order to mine the ore underneath.
Oliver Mining Co. owned most of the lots and buildings in an eight-block area of present-day Hibbing by 1921. The Androy Hotel was among the buildings erected for resale or long-term lease between 1919 and 1925 in the town's new site, according to the National Register of Historic Places Inventory. The mining company underwrote most of the costs of construction of these buildings, most of which was completed by Charles F. Haglin & Sons.
A statement from the Quigley-Doran Hotel Co. that was published in Chicago's National Hotel Reporter in 1927 said the Androy hotels in Hibbing and Superior , despite having the same name, were separate, unrelated business ventures.
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OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Brad Keller allowed one hit in seven crisp innings to lift Kansas City to a 2-0 win over the Oakland Athletics on Saturday.
Jose Cuas retired two batters and allowed a one-out double in the eighth. Scott Barlow set down the final four batters for his eighth save to complete the two-hitter and give the Royals a third consecutive win.
“He was so good all day,” Royals manager Mike Matheny said of Keller. “He hit the middle of the plate maybe 10 times out of almost 100 pitches so he was trusting the movement. He had movement going both ways, kept the ball on the ground and let guys make plays behind him.”
Keller (2-8) was dominant in his first win since May 3. The 22-year-old retired 17 of the first 18 batters he faced and worked around three walks for his first road victory in five starts this season.
Oakland’s only hit off Keller came on Jonah Bride’s two-out double in the sixth just past the outstretched glove of left fielder Andrew Benintendi. After walking Tony Kemp and Seth Brown to load the bases, Keller received a mound visit from pitching coach Cal Eldred then got Ramón Laureano to fly out.
“He came out there and told me to calm down, gave me a little bit of a breather and told me speed up my delivery a little bit,” Keller said. “I started to slow down and I think that’s why the ball sprayed on me a little bit to those two guys that I walked. ”
Pinch-hitter Ryan O’Hearn doubled in in Michael A. Taylor in the seventh to break a scoreless tie and assure Kansas City of its first series win since taking two of three from Colorado in mid-May. Whit Merrifield added an RBI single in the ninth.
The A’s were shut out for the eighth time this season, dropped their eighth straight at home, and fell to a majors-worst 22-45. Oakland has lost 15 of 17.
Taylor tripled off Cole Irvin(2-4) with one out in the seventh when left fielder Brown dove and missed the sinking line drive. After Domingo Acevedo replaced Irvin, O’Hearn followed with a chopper that hit in front of home plate then bounced high over the head of A’s first baseman Christian Bethancourt and went down the line.
A’s manager Mark Kotay defended Brown’s decision to dive for the ball.
“It’s an aggressive play, he went all in,” Kotsay said. “We still had an opportunity to get second out in that inning and leave the runner at third base.”
Irvin allowed three hits and had six strikeouts in 6 1/3 innings. He hasn’t won since coming off the Injured List on May 22.
Keller retired the first six until Elvis Andrus walked leading off the third. After Luis Barrera struck out swinging, Bride lined into an unassisted double play at first base.
GOING IN COLD
O’Hearn did not warm before his pinch-hit because the batting cage at the Coliseum is in center field and there were several players already lined up.
“I went over there and it’s a small cage and there was like 10 guys lined up to hit and so I just said I’m going to go in cold today,” O’Hearn said. “I took a swing before I got in the box, kind of loosened up and said ‘Here we go.’”
DEFENSIVE GEM
Four days after making his major league debut, Bride made one of the best plays by an A’s third baseman this season when he dove behind the pitcher’s mound to rob Benintendi of a bunt hit in the fifth inning.
Oakland third baseman have committed a team-leading 11 errors this season. Only Texas third basemen (12) entered the day with more.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Athletics: Brown was shaken up after his diving attempt and was checked out by a team trainer but stayed in the game.
UP NEXT
Royals RHP Brady Singer (3-1, 4.24 ERA) starts the series finale Sunday. Singer walked five in his last start after issuing four free passes in his previous 35 1/3 innings. Athletics LHP Jared Koenig (0-2, 11.25) is the first Oakland pitcher to lose his first two career starts since Daniel Gossett in 2017.
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LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) - The Louisville Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one person dead and five people hurt.
The shooting happened at approximately 2:39 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12.
Louisville Police Chief Sean Holdiness said the shooting happened in the parking lot of the Blackwell grocery store on the intersection of Jones Avenue and John C Stennis Drive.
Five of the victims are adults and one is a minor.
Winston County Deputy Coroner Blake Sheets later identified the deceased victim as Devonte McMillian 23, of Louisville, who was pronounced dead at a hospital in Jackson.
Sheets said someone shot McMillian at least once in the head. An autopsy will be performed.
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Cross-Asset Functionality Key Driver of Growth
LONDON, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CloudMargin, creator of the world's first and only collateral and margin management solution native to the cloud, announced today a number of significant achievements over the quarter ended June 30, including adding seven new bank clients globally, further enhancing the ability to centralise data and optimise collateral via the CloudMargin platform, and hiring a key new member of the sales team in Europe.
The strong growth in bank clients comes on the heels of the company's best revenue year in the firm's history, for the fiscal year ending March 31. The CloudMargin user base grew 45% from April 2021 through March 2022 and 25% more by the end of June. The majority of these users have been at large regional banks and buy-side firms.
With a backdrop of rising inflation and challenging market conditions, banks are increasingly turning to CloudMargin to drive increased operating efficiency via a single collateral process across all traded products. The platform provides banks with a consolidated view of their obligations, along with an enterprise-wide view of their inventory and associated eligibility to meet collateral obligations, giving them the capability to optimise their collateral allocation and funding across the entirety of the business.
CloudMargin CEO Stuart Connolly said: "In today's volatile markets, banks are looking for centralisation of their collateral pools and a singular approach to optimisation, across asset classes. As we have increased our capabilities for the sell side and regional banks over the past few years – in addition to our long-standing service to the buy side – we're very pleased to be a go-to resource for banks large and small as they seek to drive financial efficiencies by breaking down the traditional bifurcated approach to collateralisation. Our new fiscal year is off to a very strong start following our best year to date, and we look forward to continuing to grow in all regions as the year progresses."
CloudMargin has also added Michelle Burridge to its sales team in Europe. Burridge, who has extensive experience in securities finance, joined from FIS, where for seven years she served as a Senior Business Analyst for its Apex securities finance arm.
David White, CloudMargin Chief Commercial Officer, said: "Michelle's hire is another key step in our strategy to broaden our expertise alongside the development and build-out of our product."
Continuation of the firm's growth is also expected as a steady stream of firms will breach Initial Margin (IM) exposure thresholds and be required to make operational and technology changes to comply with the Uncleared Margin Rules (UMR) in future years. From a recent poll the firm conducted, 52% of the participants stated they were likely to be "slow to breach" the IM threshold but likely to do so at some point in the future (i.e., one to two years). Another 27% indicated they expected to be "quick to breach" the threshold (i.e., under a year).
In addition to product enhancements, CloudMargin also recently established a connection with the triparty services from BNP Paribas Securities Services, adding to its list of 60+ custodians and triparty agents that already connect to the platform. Approximately 40% of all CloudMargin clients in scope for UMR are using the firm's triparty and custodian SWIFT services.
The CloudMargin platform powers the industry, not only through the firm's direct and growing client base but through strategic partnerships the company has forged with leading industry infrastructure providers, including Acadia, Finastra and IHS Markit (now part of S&P Global).
About CloudMargin
Headquartered in London, CloudMargin created the world's first cloud-based collateral management workflow tool, which has earned more than 20 industry awards and honours since 2015 for innovation and best-in-class technology. The firm's Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model helps leading sell-side and buy-side financial institutions globally – including banks, brokerage and asset management firms, pension funds and insurance companies meet time-critical regulatory deadlines and reduce dramatically growing costs associated with collateral requirements. CloudMargin delivers its robust, secure platform directly as well as through outsourcers and major industry service providers. Partner to and owned by the market, CloudMargin's strategic investors include Deutsche Bank, Citi, Deutsche Börse, IHS Markit and Jefferies, as well as venture capital firm Illuminate Financial. CloudMargin was the first collateral management solution provider to be a member of the SWIFT network, facilitating straight-through processing through settlement. For more information, visit www.cloudmargin.com.
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Springfield Regional Medical Center will be implanting its 50th Watchman device this week, a stroke prevention treatment for patients with Atrial fibrillation offered at the hospital since last summer.
Atrial fibrillation, or A.Fib, is a condition that results in an irregular heartbeat.
This can cause the left atria to quiver, allowing clot formation in a small pouch that sits in the muscle wall on the top left chamber of the heart. Clots that form there are at risk of dislodging and traveling to the brain, which can cause a stroke, according to Mercy Health.
The Watchman device, which is shaped like a jellyfish, prevents the formation of clots, protecting patients from stroke, the hospital network said in a press release.
Hospital officials call the technology “revolutionary.”
“Minimally invasive cardiac procedures provide patients with more options that can mean faster recovery as well as less pain than traditional open-heart surgeries,” said Dr. Tariq Rizvi, a Mercy Health – Springfield cardiologist.
Candidates for the Watchman device at Mercy Health – Springfield include patients who have A.Fib and can’t be on longer-term anti-clotting medications, are prone to bleeding and falls, and experience bleeding events, the hospital network said.
Cardiologists introduce the Watchman through the femoral vein in a one-time, minimally invasive procedure that takes about two hours from start to finish, according to Mercy Health.
Most patients leave the hospital within 24 hours and are off anticoagulant medication within six months, the hospital network said.
Mercy Health - Springfield began offering the stroke prevention technology in July 2022.
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Jan. 6 trial delayed after Oath Keepers’ leader gets COVID
WASHINGTON (AP) — The trial of a far-right extremist group leader and four associates charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol was delayed on Monday after the Oath Keepers leader tested positive for the coronavirus.
Jurors were supposed to begin hearing the fourth week of testimony in the case against Stewart Rhodes and four others accused of plotting to stop the transfer of power from Republican Donald Trump to Democrat Joe Biden.
The judge told lawyers and jurors to return Tuesday morning but it’s unclear when and how they will be able to proceed with the case.
An attorney for Rhodes, Ed Tarpley, said he was told by jail officials that his client is in “total isolation” at the jail and wasn’t even available for a phone call. Rhodes will be available in court next week at the soonest if he tests negative on Sunday, but could also waive his appearance in court to allow the testimony of some witnesses to go forward.
Prosecutors were expected to rest their case by the end of this week and then Rhodes’ attorneys were going to begin putting on their defense. Rhodes’ lawyers have said their client will take the stand to testify that all of his actions were in anticipation of orders he expected from Trump — orders that never came.
The defendants are the first among hundreds charged in the Capitol attack to stand trial on the charge of seditious conspiracy, a rare Civil War-era charge that carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.
Prosecutors have said Rhodes and his extremist group planned an “armed rebellion” to keep Trump in power. Authorities say they had “quick reaction force” teams stationed at a Virginia hotel to get weapons into the city quickly if they were needed and that the group was prepared to stop Biden from becoming president by any means necessary.
Defense lawyers have accused prosecutors of cherry-picking messages and have said they came to provide security to political figures like Roger Stone, not to carry out a plan to attack the Capitol.
Testimony began on Oct. 3 and the judge had said witnesses could stretch into the week of Nov. 14. The stakes are high for the Justice Department, which last secured a seditious conspiracy conviction at trial nearly 30 years ago and intends to try two more groups on the charge later this year.
The disruption comes almost a week after a juror was dismissed after testing positive for COVID. The federal courthouse in Washington where the trial is being held last week lifted its mask mandate, but the judge overseeing the trial was still requiring those not speaking to wear masks to avoid an outbreak. Still, lawyers and defendants were occasionally seen with noses exposed or masks pulled down under their chin.
On trial with Rhodes, of Granbury, Texas, are Kelly Meggs, leader of the Florida chapter of the Oath Keepers; Kenneth Harrelson, another Florida Oath Keeper; Thomas Caldwell, a retired U.S. Navy intelligence officer from Virginia; and Jessica Watkins, who led an Ohio militia group. They face several other charges as well.
They are among roughly 900 people who have been charged in the attack, which temporarily halted the certification of Biden’s victory, sent lawmakers running for cover and left dozens of police officers injured.
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ATLANTA, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KORE Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: KORE, KORE WS) ("KORE" or the "Company"), a global leader in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and worldwide IoT Connectivity-as-a-Service (CaaS), will hold a conference call on Thursday, August 11 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (2:00 p.m. Pacific time) to discuss its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. Financial results will be issued in a press release prior to the call.
KORE management will host the presentation, followed by a question-and-answer period.
Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022
Time: 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (2:00 p.m. Pacific time)
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The big climate and health care bill signed into law by President Biden has what at first sight looks like a big incentive for those shopping for a car: a revamped $7,500 tax credit if you buy a new electric vehicle, or $4,000 if you get a used one.
Although tax credits for electric cars have been offered before, the new bill revamps those incentives. But there are so many caveats — on everything from the buyers' income level to which models can qualify — that many electric cars may actually not be eligible for the tax credit.
Nonetheless, the caveats are there for two key reasons: to eventually make electric cars more affordable for more Americans and to bring more of the production across the supply chain to the U.S.
If the bill succeeds in accomplishing those two goals, experts believe the law could catapult the electric vehicle market into the mainstream in ways the country hasn't seen before.
Here's what to know about the tax credits.
So, who qualifies for the revamped tax credits?
Not everybody.
Only singles with incomes up to $150,000 a year and couples who file taxes jointly who earn up to $300,000 will qualify.
This income cap requirement is meant to help less affluent people afford electric cars — and incentivize automakers to expand their customer base.
The high cost of electric cars has long been seen as a major impediment to the adoption of these vehicles. Currently the average price of an electric vehicle is $66,000.
What about the requirements for the electric vehicles?
There are some major requirements, both on how the car — and its battery — is produced and the overall price of the vehicle.
To start with, to get the full tax credit, the car has to be assembled in North America. This provision of the law went into effect when President Biden signed the legislation into law last week. There are more than two dozen vehicles that meet this requirement, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, but dozens more have already been disqualified from the tax credit with this requirement alone.
Starting Jan. 1, 2023, more caveats come into effect.
Sedans have to be under $55,000 to qualify, and the cost of trucks, vans, and sports utility vehicles can't exceed $80,000.
The price caps for used electric vehicles is $25,000, but the cars won't have to comply with the made-in-America requirements.
Are there requirements for the batteries as well?
Yes, and that's important because batteries are the most important part of any electric car
A certain percentage of minerals in the EV battery must come from North America or a country that has a free trade agreement with the U.S.
Much of the battery components must also be manufactured or assembled in North America.
That's expected to complicate things for auto companies.
"That's going to be a huge burden and hurdle to overcome," says Carla Bailo, CEO of the Center for Automotive Research. "We don't have the mining, we don't have the critical minerals that are needed in North America or from our free trade partners, and almost 90% of the refining is done in China."
Currently, no electric vehicle on the market will qualify for the full tax credit when battery requirements take effect in 2023, according to the Alliance for Automotive Innovation.
Is it possible qualify for a partial tax credit?
It is.
A buyer could get a partial credit of $3,750 if 40% of the critical minerals in EV batteries are sourced from countries with which the U.S. has a free trade agreement.
The other $3,750 is linked to battery components. Starting in 2023, 50% of components will have to be manufactured or assembled in North America.
Over time, the required amount of minerals in the EV batteries sourced from the U.S. or trading partners will increase. So too will the required amount of components manufactured or assembled in North America.
Which automakers win and lose under this law?
Based on what's currently available on the market, higher-end electric car companies like Rivian stand to lose customers who qualify for the tax credit based on the cost of their vehicles.
Companies like Tesla or General Motors that have been producing cars in the U.S. and have already shifted their supply chains are better poised to meet the many requirements.
"They're probably at the forefront of this technology right now with some vehicles on the market and many more on the way," says Jessica Caldwell, executive director of insights at Edmunds.
Meanwhile, international automakers, like Toyota and Hyundai, face some big decisions.
"For the Asian and European automakers who have some limited production in North America, that's where we might see some more weighing of the scales in terms of, 'Is it worthwhile for us to shift production of vehicles or sourcing of materials to qualify for this, or do we just walk away?,' " says Michael Fiske, associated director of Powertrain and Compliance for S&P Global Mobility.
Don't these caveats make it hard to get the tax credit?
Initially, yes.
It will be difficult, if not impossible, for buyers to qualify for the full $7,500 tax credit as automakers rethink their operations to meet the various requirements.
But this is a long-term play by the Biden administration. By incentivizing automakers to cater to a less affluent crowd and by pushing automakers to bring their supply chains to the U.S., the administration believes it can make EVs more mainstream and accelerate toward an ambitious goal: to have half of all new car sales be for electric models by 2030, up from only 3% today.
Another motivating factor is China.
China controls about three-quarters of the market for the minerals that are essential for batteries and the Biden administration has been worried about continued access to those minerals. By bolstering domestic supply chains, the administration intends to reduce China's ability to roil the electric vehicle market.
"This is about protecting American national security" says Fiske. " We've seen a lot of the challenges that have come from being reliant on the Middle East for oil for the last half century or more. Now, I think there are valid concerns about becoming overly reliant on Asian countries for processing and manufacturing of batteries and battery-related materials for the next decade or 50 years."
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Firefighter electrocuted by fallen power line, officials say
PAW PAW, Mich. (WWMT) – A Michigan firefighter is dead after being electrocuted by a fallen power line Wednesday.
Authorities said the Paw Paw firefighter was identified as 28-year-old Ethan Quillen. They said he came into contact with the downed power line around 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Michigan State Police said Quillen had done nothing wrong when he died but had been standing nearby a power line when a branch fell.
The Paw Paw fire chief said the 28-year-old had been with the department since 2019 and that he was a devoted father and firefighter.
According to the National Fire Academy, Quillen ranked as a lieutenant.
Thousands of power lines were down across the state Wednesday as a result of heavy freezing rain on utility lines.
Responding fire crews worked to clear out fallen trees and branches and help restore power to homes.
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There’s a small office located underneath the first-base seats at T-Mobile Park, sandwiched between the Mariners’ dugout and the clubhouse.
The room is dark except for the blue glow emanating from computer monitors sitting on two desks facing each other on the back wall.
This is where Andy Bissell spends his evenings during Mariners home games, scouring every camera angle in the stadium to review potential plays to challenge.
Bissell serves as the eyes for manager Scott Servais during replay challenges and, as with everything under Major League Baseball’s new pace-of-play rules, Bissell is having to learn how to be even faster at his job.
From the time a play ends, Bissell has 15 seconds to make a recommendation to Servais about challenging a play.
“Yeah, it goes quick,” said Bissell, in his fourth season as a Mariners coaching assistant and replay coordinator. “When I first got the job, it was 30 seconds. Then in the first year, it switched from 30 to 20. And this year it’s down from 20 to 15.”
On Monday afternoon, Bissell was still questioning whether he’d made the right decision on a close play at second base in Saturday’s Mariners-Guardians game.
The Mariners’ Teoscar Hernandez was called out on a stolen-base attempt in the second inning. Immediately, Hernandez motioned toward the M’s dugout to suggest he thought he was safe, and Servais raised his hand to signal to the home-plate umpire that the Mariners were reviewing the play and deciding whether they wanted to formally challenge.
That’s where Bissell comes in.
On his desk sit three monitors. The one in the middle shows a live feed of the game. The one on his right is broken down into a grid showing 16 different in-stadium camera angles; he can touch the screen on any one of those 16 angles and expand the picture into a full-frame view on the monitor to his left.
As he zoomed in on the first replays of Hernandez’s slide into second base, Bissell determined that there wasn’t enough evidence to definitely overturn the out call. He relayed that recommendation — don’t challenge — to Carson Vitale, the Mariners’ major-league field coordinator who was using the dugout replay phone line.
“It changes everything,” Servais said of the sped-up replay process. “I’ve got to put my hand up immediately. If I don’t do it within five seconds, it’s gone. And as soon as (umpires) recognize me, the clock is ticking on 15 seconds. And Andy Bissell does a phenomenal job. He’s able to look through different angles about as fast as you can imagine. He’s got it wired up in there.”
Bissell was still thinking about the play at second base two days later.
“If it was the seventh or eighth inning, would I have challenge it? One-hundred percent,” Bissell said. “But in the second inning, you want to be a little more conservative, unless it’s a run-scoring play or something like that.”
Teams are permitted only one challenge per game. They get a second challenge if the first one was successful.
“If we’d have been in the old rules, we may have challenged it,” Servais said. (Bissell) might have had a little bit more time to maybe make a decision, but that’s the world we live in. Everybody has to deal with it and we’ll keep making adjustments.”
Angels’ Rendon appealing suspension
The Angels’ Anthony Rendon started at third base and batted cleanup in Monday’s series opener against the Mariners, a few hours after MLB handed down a five-game suspension to the veteran third baseman.
Rendon, 32, is appealing.
MLB and the Oakland Police Department announced they had opened investigations after video surfaced appearing to show an altercation between Rendon and an Athletics fan on opening day.
The video, which circulated online the next day, appeared to show Rendon cursing at the fan and grabbing the fan’s shirt. He then appeared to swipe at the fan’s face with his left hand, but didn’t appear to make contact.
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — The choice to hit play and watch the beating of Tyre Nichols has been a hard one for many people. Others don't feel like they have a choice in the matter and they need to watch the video. Regardless of the choice they make, mental health professionals say the trauma associated is very real.
For anti-violence advocate Devine Carama, three days have not been long enough to process what happened to the 29-year-old Black man.
"Not even, like, normal sad, like almost like kind of like depressed because it's — you know, that something like this is going to happen again," said Carama.
But like many people, Carama still had to get up on Monday, go to the office and work.
“You feel like you walk into work, and you're forced to act like everything's OK when, in reality, it's not, you know, you were, but you just got to continue pushing forward and sometimes you just like, I shouldn't just have to keep pushing forward," said Carama.
Dr. Lauren Downey, clinical director of the Trauma-Informed Counseling Center in Kentucky, says there has not been a lot of time for people to process because people might be experiencing various forms of trauma like historical, generational, racial and vicarious trauma.
“To bring into context vicarious trauma, that's a form of trauma where the person individually doesn't have to go through the actual traumatic event, but learning about it, somebody telling you about it, a sound, a smell, a sight. All of those things can lead to vicarious trauma," explained Downey.
It’s why Downey says everyone needs to question whether viewing the video is the best choice for them personally.
"That question really involves, you know, what are people's individual goals for themselves emotionally and mentally? Obviously, we all want to be mentally well and healthy and feel joy and happiness. And with some of the stuff that the U.S. and just the world has gone through over the last few years has been really, really difficult,” she said.
Carama’s role as the leader of Lexington, Kentucky's anti-violence prevention and intervention initiative involves a close relationship with local police. It’s why he says he felt he needed to watch the videos in their entirety.
"I'm getting closer and closer to the point where I'm probably going to stop subjecting myself to these things because I can definitely understand the trauma. I can definitely understand how it triggers people. When it doesn't, it doesn't do anything for people to watch it. I understand that, but for me, I feel like I need to watch it as that constant reminder," he said.
He’s choosing to use his feelings about what he saw as a reminder of the work that still needs to be done as a society and in Lexington.
"I think for me, the best way that I was able to deal with my emotions today was to come in and just remind people, remind myself, people that I work with, the community, that this fight needs to continue. You know, Black History Month is coming and don't let it just be, well we checking boxes and putting up, you know, social media posts like it's all good. We need to dig deeper," said Carama.
In his biweekly report to partners, that call to action was his message.
“I’ve talked about the importance of remembering these issues that are still here that are not just going away because we wish it away and we still have to continue looking at our internal biases. We still have to continue to try to perfect the system,” said Carama. “That might be one of the reasons I’m here and, you know, I felt like God chose me to be somebody who could speak to that issue in a way that you know all of us hopefully can receive it.”
Whatever decision you make about the video is personal. Either way, Downey says to find time this week to intentionally do something you love or that brings you joy.
"If you do have to see it, witness it, learn about it, you really can't pick up your phone without seeing it in your headlines, especially if you have like a smartphone. You know, what are you going to do to counteract that in terms of self-care, self-love, self-compassion?” said Downey.
Most importantly, don’t suppress your feelings.
Mental Health Resources
Trauma-Informed Counseling Center: https://www.theticcoflexington.com [theticcoflexington.com]
Trauma Resources
National Human Trafficking Hotline
(888) 373-7888
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255
For more information on childhood trauma, visit the National Child Traumatic Stress Network.
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NORTH CAROLINA -- For the second time in a month, an endangered humpback whale has been found dead on one of North Carolina's barrier islands.
In this instance, however, parts were saved for permanent display.
The latest discovery involved a 31-foot female found Dec. 28 on North Core Banks, inside Cape Lookout National Seashore, according to a Jan. 10 news release.
A cause of death has not been released, but a necropsy was performed and samples were collected, officials said.
In an unusual step, Cape Lookout National Seashore was given permission to take parts of the humpback for public display, park officials said.
"A NC Marine Mammal Stranding Network ... team assisted the park in collecting one of the whale's front flippers and a 4-foot-long section of baleen from the whale's mouth," the park reported.
The sections will "be processed and eventually used in an exhibit at the Harkers Island Visitor Center."
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Photos shared by the park on Facebook show the flipper was longer than the park biologists sent to inspect it. The flipper measured at "around 13 feet" and 311 pounds, officials said.
At Cape Hatteras National Seashore, just north of Cape Lookout, a 30-foot humpback was found beached Dec. 5 on Hatteras Island. A necropsy was also performed on that whale, but no cause of death has been reported.
All species of humpbacks are listed as endangered in U.S. waters, NOAA Fisheries says. The most common causes of fatalities are fishing gear entanglement and being struck by vessels, experts say.
Humpbacks can reach 40 tons and 60 feet, and live as long as 90 years, experts say.
Because large whales take a long time to decompose, the National Park Service typically buries them when researchers are done collecting samples, McClatchy News reports. | https://abc11.com/humpback-whale-found-dead-cape-hatteras-north-carolina-core-banks/12706456/ | 2023-01-15 22:23:47 | 1 | https://abc11.com/humpback-whale-found-dead-cape-hatteras-north-carolina-core-banks/12706456/ |
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "While I was cutting up raw chicken, I had to wash my hands and dry them in order to open the cabinet door to discard the skin and bones, only to wash and dry my hands again," said an inventor, from Courtice, Ontario, Canada. "It occurred to me that I needed to invent a hands-free TOE HANDLE for opening the cabinet door."
The patent-pending invention provides a hands-free means to open kitchen cabinet doors. In doing so, it eliminates the need to touch handles. As a result, it increases convenience and sanitation and it could help to reduce the spread of germs. The invention features a practical and sleek design that is easy to install and operate so it is ideal for households.
The original design was submitted to the Toronto sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 21-TRO-736, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Zoo’s iconic white rhino, Polly, dies after days of deteriorating health
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT/Gray News) - Zoo Knoxville announced the passing of its southern white rhinoceros named Polly this week.
WVLT reports Polly was well-known at the zoo after being a resident for more than 45 years. But on Friday she was euthanized due to failing health.
Polly was 54 years old and was being treated for pain and mobility issues related to her old age, zoo representatives said.
However, Polly’s health began to rapidly deteriorate over the past few days, and her care team decided to euthanize her so she would not endure any more suffering.
“The zoo has been here for 74 years, and Polly was here for 46 of those years,” said Phil Colclough, an animal care director at the zoo. “She is deeply a part of Zoo Knoxville.”
According to the zoo, Polly was one of the oldest rhinos in the country. She came to Zoo Knoxville in 1976 and gave birth to 10 calves over her lifetime.
“During her reproductive years, she helped make Knoxville one of the most successful breeding programs for southern white rhinos in the country. Her offspring have gone on to ensure a future for this species,” Colclough said.
Zoo officials reported all of Polly’s offspring have joined other herds and have had progeny of their own.
“Polly was always an iconic ambassador,” Colclough said. “She left a legacy to be proud of.”
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Caroling brings holiday cheer for all to hear
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Choral students at the Academies at Jonesboro High School soon had residents of St. Bernards Village clapping in rhythm to the sounds of holiday classics.
Their visit was one stop of many on Friday, Dec. 2, which they spent traveling through Jonesboro as part of the “Cane Caroling Extravaganza.”
Under the direction of choral director Krisie Holmes, sophomores, juniors and seniors shared their bright upbeat harmonies with crowds at First National Bank at Hilltop, Annie Camp Junior High School, St. Bernards Village, and Rotary Plaza before the Jonesboro Christmas parade downtown.
The afternoon program hit a high note with St. Bernards residents, as they said the songs brought back memories of holidays past.
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SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mission Wealth is pleased to announce that we have expanded our operations to include two new offices in Tampa and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The establishment of our Florida footprint enables our advisors to now serve clients from 24 convenient locations across the United States, continuing our expansion efforts in 2022 and beyond.
The new Fort Lauderdale office location is less than a mile from Fort Lauderdale Beach and central to the area's well known shopping center, high-fashion retailers, and top-class restaurants. Located off East Sunrise Blvd., we're minutes away from Highway 1 and I-95.
Our Tampa office location is on the architectural 2nd floor of a six-floor building in Westshore. We're conveniently located five minutes from Tampa International and next door to fine dining and a brand new shopping mall.
"Mission Wealth is thrilled about the opening of our new offices in Florida and working alongside families in and around this diverse and growing region. I am excited and honored to help establish Mission Wealth's footprint in the Florida market. I am looking forward to forming many new relationships and building something special down here in the great state of Florida" said Jesse Pantano our local Fort Lauderdale and Miami, FL Client Advisor.
About Mission Wealth
Founded in 2000, Mission Wealth, a national Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), proudly serves over 2,100 families and manages over $5 billion in assets across the United States. Headquartered in Santa Barbara, the firm has 23 additional offices located in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, New York, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. Mission Wealth's service offerings include financial planning, investment management, estate planning and charitable giving, tax planning, retirement planning and family office services.
For more information, visit www.missionwealth.com. To meet with a Mission Wealth financial advisor in Florida, contact us today at (305) 564-4749.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Dane County health officials didn't violate free speech protections when they cited a Middleton cafe for advertising itself as a “mask-free zone” during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Helbachs Cafe posted a sign in July 2020 saying the shop was a “mask-free zone” in defiance of a county mask mandate. The county cited the cafe three times for failing to comply with the mandate and the shop eventually lost its lease.
Helbachs responded with a lawsuit alleging the county retaliated against the cafe for exercising free speech rights. A three-judge panel from the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Monday that to prove the county retaliated over the sign the cafe had to show a pattern of such retaliation against other businesses. The cafe failed to produce any evidence suggesting that, the judges found.
The cafe's attorney, listed in online court records as Brent Eisberner, didn't immediately respond to an email seeking comment. | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/Court-Mask-order-didn-t-violate-shop-s-free-17375228.php | 2022-08-15 22:15:00 | 0 | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/Court-Mask-order-didn-t-violate-shop-s-free-17375228.php |
CHICAGO, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alzheimer's Association celebrates today's U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) action to grant traditional approval of Leqembi™ (lecanemab, Eisai/Biogen) for the treatment of early Alzheimer's disease. This is the first Alzheimer's treatment granted traditional approval that changes the underlying course of the disease.
"This treatment, while not a cure, can give people in the early stages of Alzheimer's more time to maintain their independence and do the things they love," said Joanne Pike, DrPH, Alzheimer's Association president and CEO. "This gives people more months of recognizing their spouse, children and grandchildren. This also means more time for a person to drive safely, accurately and promptly take care of family finances, and participate fully in hobbies and interests."
"People living with this fatal disease deserve the opportunity to discuss and choose, with their doctor and family, whether an FDA-approved treatment is right for them," Pike emphasized. "Access to FDA-approved therapies — including Medicare and insurance coverage — is a number-one priority of the Alzheimer's Association."
With this traditional approval, early detection and diagnosis are even more critical to ensure individuals receive the most benefit at the earliest point possible. If you or a loved one is experiencing memory changes, the Alzheimer's Association strongly encourages speaking with a health care provider for a thorough evaluation and diagnosis, and to discuss treatment options. For more information or to find a local health care provider, visit the Alzheimer's Association at alz.org, or the Helpline at 800.272.3900.
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The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia. Visit alz.org or call the 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
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From today’s Down in Alabama podcast:
- Birmingham is spending big money sending people to a conference.
- Some Alabama state legislators are looking to support student prayer.
- A genealogical society is trying to identify thousands of human remains in Mobile.
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Updated: Sep 18, 2022 / 11:10 PM CDT
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ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — The main union for Atlantic City casino workers reached agreements on new contracts with four casinos on Thursday, providing for what one its president called “the best contract we've ever had” and labor peace that will avoid a strike on Fourth of July weekend, one of the casinos’ busiest of the year.
Local 54 of the Unite Here union reached tentative agreements with the Borgata, which is owned by MGM Resorts International, and three Caesars Entertainment casinos: Caesars, Harrah’s and the Tropicana.
A Sunday strike deadline remains against the Hard Rock casino, but the new pacts appear to greatly increase the likelihood of a deal getting done with Hard Rock as well.
“This is the best contract we've ever had,” union president Bob McDevitt told The Associated Press shortly after a deal was reached around 11 p.m. “We got everything we wanted and everything we needed. The workers delivered a contract that they can be proud of for years to come.”
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Workers, too, were elated at the deal.
“I’m super excited,” said Ronnette Lark, a housekeeper at Harrah’s. “I've been here 24 years and we’ve never gotten a raise like this. We got big raises.”
The union did not reveal the terms of the settlement, saying they need to be presented to the full union membership and ratified before taking effect. But it said it had been seeking “significant” raises to help employees keep pace with rising costs.
Representatives of the four casinos did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the agreements.
The settlements come at a crucial time for Atlantic City and its casino industry, which is striving to recover from losses caused by the pandemic and exacerbated by inflation and a labor shortage.
Yet those same factors were the driving force behind the union seeking a much larger raise than it had in past years; the exact amount has not been made public. In past contracts, the union concentrated on preserving health care and pension benefits, but this time sought what it termed “significant” raises for workers to help them keep pace with spiraling prices for gasoline, food, rent and other living expenses.
The deals avoided what would have been the city’s first casino strike since 2016, when the union rejected demands by billionaire Carl Icahn that the Trump Taj Mahal casino operate without health care and pension benefits that were terminated by a bankruptcy court.
The union went on strike on July 1, and the casino shut down on Oct. 10. It was sold months later to Hard Rock International, which gutted it and reopened it as the new Hard Rock Atlantic City in June 2018.
The finances underlying the current dispute are complex.
Including internet gambling and sports betting revenue, the casinos and their online partners have won $1.8 billion over the first five months of this year. That’s up more than 49% from the same period in 2019, before the coronavirus hit.
But the casinos claim those figures are misleading because third-party partners keep about 70% of internet and sports betting revenue, leaving little for the brick-and-mortar casinos.
They say a more accurate metric is money won from in-person gamblers. By that measure, the casinos have won only 5% more than they did from in-person gamblers over the first five months of 2019. Only three casinos — Borgata, Hard Rock and Ocean — have won more from in-person gamblers in that time frame.
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RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — Israeli forces killed a Palestinian militant and a civilian during clashes that erupted early Monday when troops entered a Palestinian town in the occupied West Bank, Palestinians said.
Samer Houshiyeh, 21, was shot several times in the chest and civilian Fouad Abed also was killed, said Samer Attiyeh, director of Ibn Sina Hospital in Jenin. The hospital official said Abed was 17, but the Palestinian health ministry in a later statement said Abed was 25.
In a statement, al-Aqsa Brigades, a militant group linked with President Mahmoud Abbas’ Fatah party, said Houshiyeh was a member. The brigades published an earlier photo in which Houshiyeh posed with rifles. Video on social media showed his body wrapped with the armed group’s flag as his mother and other mourners bid farewell.
The clashes erupted in Kafr Dan near the northern city of Jenin. The Israeli military said it entered the town late Sunday to demolish the houses of two Palestinian gunmen who killed an Israeli soldier during a firefight in September.
The year 2022 was the deadliest in the West Bank and east Jerusalem since 2006. The Israeli military has conducted near-daily raids into Palestinian cities and towns, killing more than 150 Palestinians. The Israeli army says most of the Palestinians killed have been militants. But stone-throwing youths protesting the incursions and others not involved in confrontations have also been killed.
Israel captured the West Bank, along with east Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip, in the 1967 Mideast war and the Palestinians seek those territories for a future state.
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LISBON, Portugal, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hovione and GEA today announced a strategic collaboration to advance Continuous Tableting. This partnership stemmed from a successful customer-supplier relationship spanning several years. It combines GEA´s engineering expertise with Hovione´s development and manufacturing experience and both parties commit to partner to accelerate the adoption of Continuous Tableting technology.
The advantages of continuous over batch manufacturing are well known. Continuous production systems allow for leaner and risk-reduced development paths, leaner supply chains, increased built-in quality, and in general, manufacturing processes of greater flexibility and reduced complexity. In the context of this strategic collaboration, Hovione and GEA will combine their strengths to further advance the technology and contribute to the establishment of new standards and new levels of market acceptance.
"Hovione has a track record in industrializing and democratizing emerging pharmaceutical technologies, such as amorphous solid dispersions by spray drying, and turn them into dependable and scalable offerings that are available to all." Says Jean-Luc Herbeaux, CEO of Hovione. He adds "We have been committed to Continuous Tableting for the last 7 years and we are now ready to contribute decisively to the advancement of one of the most promising technologies in pharma manufacturing. This collaboration with GEA, gives us the opportunity to link up with a leading designer and supplier of Continuous Tableting equipment solutions and bring Continuous Tableting to the next levels of reliability, flexibility and adoption."
Navin Lakhanpaul, Global Head Pharma-Solid Dosage, GEA, adds: "As a leading supplier of process technology, GEA has established itself as a trusted solution provider in the pharmaceutical industry, and as a pioneer in the development of Continuous Tableting technology." He adds "Our relationship with Hovione over many years has clearly demonstrated the value in further collaborating and developing synergies in our respective areas of expertise. We share a common objective of enabling the wider use of Continuous Tableting in the Pharmaceutical Industry, and firmly believe that our partnership with Hovione will accelerate the growth of this exciting technology."
About Hovione
Hovione is an international company with over 60 years of experience as a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a fully integrated offering of services for drug substance, drug product intermediate and drug product. The company has four FDA inspected sites in the USA, Portugal, Ireland and China as well as development laboratories in Lisbon, Portugal and New Jersey, USA. Hovione provides pharmaceutical customers services for the development and compliant manufacture of innovative drugs, including highly potent compounds, and customized product solutions across the entire drug life cycle. In the inhalation area, Hovione is the only independent company offering a complete range of services, from API to formulation development and devices. Hovione is a company with a culture based on innovation, quality and delivery. Hovione was the first Chemical/ Pharmaceutical Company to become a Certified B Corp, is a member of Rx-360, EFCG and participates actively in industry quality improvement initiatives to lead new global industry standards.
About GEA
GEA is one of the world's largest suppliers of systems and components to the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. The international technology group, founded in 1881, focuses on machinery and plants, as well as advanced process technology, components, and comprehensive services. With more than 18,000 employees working across five divisions and 62 countries, the group generated revenues of more than EUR 4.7 billion in fiscal year 2021. GEA plants, processes, components and services enhance the efficiency and sustainability of production processes across the globe. They contribute significantly to the reduction of CO2 emissions, plastic usage and food waste. In doing so, GEA makes a key contribution toward a sustainable future, in line with the company's purpose: "Engineering for a better world".
GEA is listed in the German MDAX and the STOXX® Europe 600 Index and is also among the companies comprising the DAX 50 ESG and MSCI Global Sustainability Indices.
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New York (CNN) — Starbucks will clarify its policy on Pride decorations following criticism and strikes at unionized stores.
“We intend to issue clearer centralized guidelines… for in-store visual displays and decorations that will continue to represent inclusivity and our brand,” Sara Trilling, president of Starbucks North America, wrote in an open letter Monday. “Additionally, we will continue to provide the flexibility needed so that our stores reflect the communities they serve.”
The company said it will lean on resources like its Period Planning Kit and its Siren’s Eye program, which include seasonal signage and display guidelines that are distributed across stores several times a year, to help.
Earlier this month, Starbucks Workers United, the union representing organized stores, claimed that Starbucks has restricted decorations celebrating Pride Month in locations in multiple states. Starbucks, in turn, forcefully denied this claim.
“I want to reiterate that there has been no change to any of our policies as it relates to our inclusive store environments, our company culture, and the benefits we offer our partners,” Trilling wrote in Monday’s letter. Since 2013, Starbucks has offered health coverage for gender affirming surgery.
Tensions over Starbucks’ Pride decorations policy escalated on Friday, when members of the union started a days-long “unfair labor practice strike against Starbucks’ treatment of LGBTQIA+ workers,” as well as its “union-busting campaign,” in the words of the union. Organizers are calling for more consistent hours and gender neutral bathrooms, among other things.
As of Monday, over 60 Starbucks locations in 17 states went on strike, the union said. By the end of the week it expects over 150 stores to have gone on strike.
Starbucks (SBUX), which has been engaging in an aggressive battle against the union over the past year and a half, said it has filed complaints with the National Labor Relations Board over claims the union has made.
In the complaints, provided to CNN by Starbucks, the coffee company said that “the union and its agents have engaged in a smear campaign that includes deliberate misrepresentations to Starbucks partners,” adding, among other things, that the union has been “making deliberate misrepresentations that include maliciously and recklessly false statements about Starbucks longstanding support of Pride Month and decorations in its stores.”
When the union first made claims that Starbucks had been limiting Pride decorations in stores, the company said that store leaders are able to decorate stores as they wish for Pride and other heritage months, as long as those decorations adhere to safety guidelines.
“We unwaveringly support the LGBTQIA2+ community,” a spokesperson said at the time, adding, “We’re deeply concerned by false information that is being spread.” The union responded on Twitter that the company’s “own responses have not been consistent” based on internal documents and testimonies from store managers.
The union responds
Starbucks Workers United said in a statement Tuesday that the recent NLRB charges were “nothing more than a public relations stunt meant to distract from Starbucks’ own actions,” adding, “While attacking the union that represents its own workers, Starbucks has now changed its policies in response to worker actions.” The union said it is confident that the charges will be dismissed.
In addition, the union said that “while we are glad Starbucks is finally reconsidering its position on pride decorations, Starbucks continues to ignore that they are legally required to bargain with union workers,” adding “If Starbucks truly wants to be an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, they will actually listen to their queer workers by coming to the bargaining table to negotiate in good faith.”
Since the first Starbucks store voted to unionize in late 2021 through mid-June of this year, over 300 stores have voted to unionize and been certified by the NLRB, which has also certified 65 stores voting against the union. So far, a contract has not yet been negotiated, with each side blaming the other for the delay.
There are roughly 9,300 company-operated US Starbucks stores in the United States, so unionized locations are relatively few, at this point. But their victories have been hard won.
NLRB administrative law judge Michael Rosas wrote in March that Starbucks displayed “egregious and widespread misconduct” in its dealings with employees involved in efforts to unionize Buffalo, New York, stores, including the first location to unionize. Starbucks repeatedly sent high-level executives into Buffalo-area stores in a “relentless” effort, the judge wrote, which “likely left a lasting impact as to the importance of voting against representation.”
Starbucks said in a statement at the time of Rosas’ order that it is “considering all options to obtain further legal review,” adding that “we believe the decision and the remedies ordered are inappropriate.”
Hundreds of charges have been lodged with the NLRB over Starbucks’ practices. And some shareholders want answers.
During the company’s annual shareholder meeting in March, investors approved a proposal to have the board of directors “commission and oversee an independent, third-party assessment of Starbucks’ adherence to its stated commitment to workers’ freedom of association and collective bargaining rights.”
The proposal pointed to allegations that the company intimidated workers and retaliated against them in its battle against the union, saying that the reports put the company at reputational and legal risk.
The company had previously recommended that shareholders vote against the proposal, saying that it has already started working on a human rights review and maintaining that it has been acting legally.
— CNN’s Jordan Valinsky contributed to this report.
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RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Progress Solar Solutions® www.progresssolarsolutions.com announces this week at the Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo in Durham, NC a new mobile solar EV charging model using its industry leading mobile solar platform. With several variants available including all solar and solar-hybrid models, this mobile equipment is a great new step in supporting the EV market's need to provide a clean charge to vehicles in more locations. The models charge EVs with a standard Level 2 EV charger that is powered from stored energy in a battery bank. The battery bank is charged with up to 3200 watts of solar and options for wind generation and backup generator. Progress Solar Solutions has the most compact, mobile, and largest energy producing off-grid mobile platform available.
Dan McKenzie, President of Progress Solar, said, "This new product shows our commitment to innovation and use of our mobile solar solutions to support the needs of the market. The cost avoidance of installation of grid powered EV stations and flexibility with its mobility is a great solution for many customers looking to add EV charging to their location or fleet."
Progress Solar Solutions® www.progresssolarsolutions.com of Raleigh, North Carolina was the first to introduce a commercial quality mobile solar light tower durable enough and powerful enough to address the rental equipment and military markets. Progress Solar® continues to offer the broadest product line of portable solar light towers, Solar/Wind, and Solar/Hybrid light towers and generators to industries interested in providing portable, clean and quiet outdoor lighting and power generation and storage applications. The Progress Solar® Light Tower resembles a traditional portable diesel light tower but is powered by solar energy giving it a much lower total cost of ownership.
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