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HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong’s annual book fair kicked off Wednesday, with several publishers of political books prevented from taking part in the fair and others saying they had to be cautious about what they exhibited.
The fair’s main organizer, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, said it did not screen the books for sale at the fair. But Hong Kong authorities have tightened controls on freedom of expression and arrested dozens of pro-democracy activists after a tough national security law took effect in 2020, and the council stressed that exhibitors must abide by the law.
Independent publisher Hillway Culture, which publishes books on Hong Kong and political events, was among those not allowed to participate. Another publisher, One of a Kind, which has published several books about 2019 protests in the city, was another.
Publishers are having a tough time given the impact of the pandemic on the city’s economy and concerns over censorship and rejection of independent publishers, said Kaying Wong, a guest curator at The House of Hong Kong Literature, the city’s largest literary organization.
“It’s surely not an easy job for us to set up a booth in the book fair and be selected (to exhibit),” Wong said.
The book fair is one of the largest in Asia. In past years, it was known for exhibiting a variety of books, including politically sensitive ones and those banned on the communist-ruled Chinese mainland.
In 2020, the city postponed the fair several times due to the pandemic. The event finally was held in person last June after a one-year hiatus. This year’s book fair runs from Wednesday until Tuesday, July 26.
Novelist Gabriel Tsang, who works with publisher Spicy Fish Cultural Production Limited, said writers have to consider whether they can get published in the current environment.
“I guess many writers have their own intentions … and they have to think a lot about whether they can have work published. They may use some allegory or use many rhetoric skills, rather than directly expressing what they wanted to express originally,” he said.
Last year, complaints were lodged against Hillway Culture, one of the publishers rejected this year, for exhibiting politically sensitive books that could be seen as violating the national security law.
“Last year, we had (exhibited) political books in the book fair and this was also the case for another publisher that was banned,” said Raymond Yeung, Hillway Culture’s founder. He was one of the few publishers allowed to exhibit political books about Hong Kong at last year’s book fair.
Yeung attempted to set up an independent book fair as an alternative to the main fair earlier this month but had to cancel that after the landlord of the venue accused Hillway of violating its tenancy contract by subletting its space to other publishers.
The authorities ought to be clearer and more transparent about what kinds of activities are allowed, said Hui Ching, research director of the policy think tank Hong Kong Zhi Ming Institute.
“If there’s no transparency, it’s reasonable for citizen to suspect their rights being deprived,” Hui said.
Visitors still value the fair as an opportunity to browse and purchase a wide range of books.
“I read as a habit and today I’ve come to look for some Chinese novels and short stories that I’m interested in,” said Grace Ng, a 22-year-old university student who visited the fair with her boyfriend.
Ng usually attends the annual fair and said this year’s appeared somewhat subdued. “It’s not as crowded now as before the pandemic,” she said. | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/ap-international/hong-kong-book-fair-kicks-off-with-fewer-political-books/ | 2022-07-21 08:21:42 | 0 | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/ap-international/hong-kong-book-fair-kicks-off-with-fewer-political-books/ |
Patients Receiving INT230-6 Alone (n=64) had a Median Overall Survival (mOS) of 373 Days
Data Show INT230-6 is Well Tolerated and Elicits Both Direct Tumor Killing and Immune Activating Effects in a Variety of Solid Tumors
Combined with Pembrolizumab in a Population Consisting of Heavily Pretreated Patients with Primarily Pancreatic, Bile Duct, Colorectal, and Triple Negative Breast Cancer (n=24), Whose Cancer Progressed, the mOS was 205 Days
Full Set of Results to be Presented at the 2022 Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) Annual Meeting
WESTPORT, Conn., Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intensity Therapeutics, Inc. ("Intensity"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of proprietary, novel immune-based intratumoral therapies designed to kill tumors and increase immune system recognition of cancers, announced that data from its ongoing phase 1/2 clinical trial demonstrating the efficacy and tolerability of INT230-6, either as monotherapy or in combination with pembrolizumab in patients with relapsed, refractory and metastatic solid tumors, will be presented today at the 2022 Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) Annual Meeting being held in Boston and virtually November 8-12, 2022.
Abstract Number: 710
Title: Safety and Survival Results From a Phase 1/2 Trial of Intratumoral Agent INT230-6 (cisplatin vinblastine) Induces Immunological Cancer Cell Death Alone or With Pembrolizumab in Patients with Refractory, Metastatic Cancers
First Author: Jacob Stephen Thomas, M.D.
Session Date and Time: Friday, November 11, 2022, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm EST
Location: Boston Convention Center Hall C; In-Person & On Demand
Copies of the presentation materials will be available on the Intensity Therapeutics website on the publications and posters page.
"Despite significant innovation in immunotherapeutic and checkpoint inhibitor therapy approaches for cancer treatment, patients with metastatic and refractory disease continue to have poor survival and response rates remain low in many tumor types," stated Jacob S. Thomas, M.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Keck School of Medicine of USC at the University of Southern California (USC) and an oncologist at USC's Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of Keck Medicine of USC. "The active drug agents of INT230-6 remain in the tumor following injection and cause some cancer cell death and tumor shrinkage, as suggested by this study. This effect appears to have some positive impact on the tumor immune microenvironment with increasing levels of CD4+ and CD8+ T-cells. While the analysis is exploratory, survival seems to be extended with increased dosing, relative to incoming tumor burden. That said, using the tumor diffusive product, INT230-6, appears to be a new approach in metastatic and refractory disease alone and in combination with pembrolizumab."
"We continue to see exciting safety and efficacy data with INT230-6 in patients with metastatic and refractory disease," stated Lewis H. Bender, President and Chief Executive Officer of Intensity Therapeutics. "The ability of our drug to both cause necrosis and induce the influx of immune cells into tumors provides strong proof-of-concept evidence for our immunological cell death mechanism and underscores the potential of this novel, new treatment. There remains a high unmet need for improved therapeutic approaches for many solid tumors. With that in mind, we are planning later stage studies to advance INT230-6 toward potential, future commercialization."
The presentation reports the mOS and disease control rate (DCR: CR + PD + SD per the Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST)). As previously reported, RECIST metrics (sum of longest diameters) to gauge efficacy are only validated for use with systemically delivered therapies. Significant data generated and previously reported suggests that RECIST is inadequate as a measure of efficacy for the highly-absorbed intratumorally (IT) administered INT230-6.
The presentation reports results from 94 patients on the preliminary efficacy and safety of either INT230-6 alone (n=64) or in combination with Merck's anti-PD-1 therapy, pembrolizumab (n=30) from Intensity's ongoing open-label phase 1/2 clinical trial. Patients enrolled had over 20 different types of relapsed, refractory metastatic solid tumors and progressed following a median of four prior therapies (monotherapy) and three prior therapies (combination). INT230-6 was administered intratumorally every two weeks for five doses either alone or with 200 mg pembrolizumab dosed every three weeks. Using RECIST criteria, the DCR rate >50 days for monotherapy was 50.9%; INT230-6 in combination with pembrolizumab showed a DCR of 47.6%.
Survival in phase 1/2 studies can be predicted using the Royal Marsden Hospital Index (RMHI), a validated score that uses 3 incoming enrollment criteria (number of metastatic sites, albumin concentrations, and lactose dehydrogenase levels) to assess a patient's likelihood of survival (Cancer 2012;118:1422–8). The mOS of historical basket studies, INT230-6 alone all subjects, INT230-6 relative to the subject's reported incoming total tumor burden (TTB), are shown in the table below. The INT230-6 all patients and those receiving a cumulative dose ≥40% of TTB compare favorable to historical phase 1/2 data (Chau et al. BMC Cancer 10/2011) where the mOS typically is 3 to 6 months for patients with one or more risk factors in mixed cancer populations.
The mOS of the INT230-6 in combination with pembrolizumab arm was 205 days (n=24). Six patients were not included in the combination efficacy analysis after results obtained following enrollment showed those subjects had not met all required inclusion criteria.
The pharmacokinetic profiles for the individual drug components of INT230-6 (cisplatin and vinblastine sulfate) were measured and indicate that more than 95% of the active agents remain in the tumor. INT230-6, either as monotherapy or in combination with pembrolizumab, was well tolerated. The most common treatment related adverse events (TRAEs) were localized tumor-related pain, nausea, fatigue, and vomiting. TRAEs were mild to moderate with 11% grade 3 in the monotherapy group and 20% in combination with pembrolizumab. There was one Grade 4 (neutrophil decline that resolved) in the combination arm that resolved quickly and no grade 5 TRAEs.
INT230-6, Intensity's lead proprietary investigational product candidate, is designed for direct intratumoral injection. INT230-6 was discovered using Intensity's proprietary DfuseRx℠ technology platform. The drug is composed of two proven, potent anti-cancer agents, cisplatin and vinblastine, and a penetration enhancer molecule (SHAO) that helps disperse potent cytotoxic drugs throughout tumors for diffusion into cancer cells. These agents remain in the tumor resulting in a favorable safety profile. In addition to local disease control, direct killing of the tumor by INT230-6 releases a bolus of neoantigens specific to the patient's malignancy, leading to engagement of the immune system and systemic anti-tumor effects. Importantly, these effects are mediated without the immunosuppression of concomitant systemic chemotherapy.
INT230-6 is currently being evaluated in several phase 2 cohorts (NCT 03058289) in patients with various advanced solid tumors as part of Study IT-01. In 2019, the Company signed a clinical collaboration agreement with Merck Sharpe & Dohme (Merck) to evaluate the combination of INT230-6, Intensity's lead product candidate, and KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab), Merck's anti-PD-1 (programmed death receptor-1) therapy, in patients with advanced pancreatic, colon, squamous cell and bile duct malignancies. In 2020, the Company executed a clinical collaboration agreement with Bristol-Myers Squibb to evaluate the combination INT230-6 with Bristol-Myers Squibb's anti-CTLA-4 antibody, Yervoy® (ipilimumab), in patients with advanced liver, breast and sarcoma cancers. Intensity is managing the individual combination arms separately with each respective partner via a joint development committee. In 2021, the Company executed agreements with the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI) and the Ontario Institute of Cancer Research (OICR) to study INT230-6 in a randomized controlled neoadjuvant phase 2 study in women with early stage breast cancer (the INVINCIBLE study) (NCT 04781725).
Intensity Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering a new immune-based approach to treat solid tumor cancers. Intensity leverages its DfuseRx℠ technology platform to create new, proprietary drug formulations that, following direct injection, rapidly disperse throughout a tumor and diffuse therapeutic agents into cancer cells. Intensity's product candidates have the potential to induce an adaptive immune response that not only attacks the injected tumor, but also non-injected tumors. In addition to partnerships with Merck and Bristol-Myers Squibb, the Company executed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the National Cancer Institute's (NCI) Vaccine Branch in 2014. For more information, please visit www.intensitytherapeutics.com and follow the Company on Twitter @IntensityInc.
Certain statements in this press release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended to date. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the expected trading commencement and closing dates. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events, nevertheless, actual results or events could differ materially from the plans, intentions and expectations disclosed in, or implied by, the forward-looking statements we make. These risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, include: the risk that the initial public offering of common stock may not close, and other risks described in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the prospectus, which can be obtained on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made and reflect management's current estimates, projections, expectations and beliefs. The company does not plan to update any such forward-looking statements and expressly disclaims any duty to update the information contained in this press release except as required by law.
KEYTRUDA® is a registered trademark of Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc.
YERVOY® is a trademark of Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
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NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks racked up more gains on Wall Street Friday, as the S&P 500 had its best day in two years and just its second winning week in the last 12 to provide a bit of relief from the market’s brutal sell-off this year. The benchmark index rose 3.1%, with technology and banks leading the broad rally. The S&P 500 notched a 6.4% gain for the week, erasing the brutal loss it took a week earlier, though it’s still close to 20% below its record set early this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 2.7% and the tech-heavy Nasdaq ended 3.3% higher.
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After Roe, Dems seek probe of tech’s use of personal data
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the Supreme Court ending the constitutional protections for abortion, four Democratic lawmakers are asking federal regulators to investigate Apple and Google for allegedly deceiving millions of mobile phone users by enabling the collection and sale of their personal data to third parties. The decision Friday by the court’s conservative majority to overturn Roe v. Wade is expected to lead to abortion bans in about half the states. Privacy experts say that could make women vulnerable because their personal data could be used to surveil pregnancies and shared with police or sold to vigilantes. Online searches, period apps, fitness trackers and advice helplines could become rich data sources for such surveillance efforts.
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Federal court blocks FDA ban on Juul e-cigarette sales in US
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal court has put a temporary hold on the government’s order for Juul to stop selling its electronic cigarettes. Juul had filed an emergency motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington so it can appeal the sales ban from the Food and Drug Administration. The court granted the motion Friday. The FDA on Thursday said Juul must stop selling its vaping device and its cartridges. The FDA said Juul didn’t give it enough information to evaluate the potential health risks of its e-cigarettes. In its court filing, the company disagreed.
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Airlines aim to shift blame for flight problems to FAA
DALLAS (AP) — With an eye on the upcoming July Fourth weekend, airlines are stepping up their criticism of federal officials over recent widespread flight delays and cancellations. The industry trade group Airlines for America said Friday that understaffing at the Federal Aviation Administration is crippling traffic along the East Coast. The airlines say they are doing everything they can to keep customers happy, including hiring more pilots and customer-service agents. The airlines are pushing back a week after Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called them to a virtual meeting and threatened to punish carriers that fail to meet consumer-protection standards.
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A world apart, Lebanon and Sri Lanka share economic collapse
BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon and Sri Lanka may be a world apart, but they share a history of political turmoil and violence that led to the collapse of once-prosperous economies bedeviled by corruption, patronage, nepotism and incompetence. The toxic combinations led to disaster for both: Currency collapse, shortages, triple-digit inflation and growing hunger. Snaking queues for gas. A decimated middle class. An exodus of professionals who might have helped rebuild. There usually isn’t one moment that marks the catastrophic breaking point of an economic collapse, although telltale signs can be there for months — if not years. When it happens, the hardship unleashed is all-consuming, transforming everyday life so profoundly that the country may never return to what it was.
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Pilots in line for big raises amid global travel disruptions
DALLAS (AP) — The largest pilots union has approved a contract that would boost the pay of pilots at United Airlines by more than 14% over the next 18 months, potentially clearing the way for similar wage hikes throughout the industry. The deal reflects the leverage currently held by unions with the industry facing a pilot shortage that has resulted in cancellations worldwide and fewer flights. The Air Line Pilots Association said Friday that the council overseeing relations with United approved a tentative two-year agreement that covers about 14,000 of the airline’s pilots. The contract would need to be ratified by rank-and-file pilots to take effect.
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Romanian port struggles to handle flow of Ukrainian grain
CONSTANTA, Romania (AP) — With Ukraine’s seaports blockaded or captured by Russian forces, neighboring Romania’s Black Sea port of Constanta has emerged as a main conduit for the war-torn country’s grain exports amid a growing world food crisis. It’s Romania’s biggest port, home to Europe’s fastest-loading grain terminal, and has processed nearly a million tons of grain from Ukraine — one of the world’s biggest exporters of wheat and corn — since the Feb. 24 invasion. But port operators say that maintaining, let alone increasing, the volume they handle could soon be impossible without concerted European Union support and investment. “If we want to keep helping Ukrainian farmers, we need help to increase our handling capacities,” said Dan Dolghin, director of cereal operations at the Black Sea port’s main Comvex operator.
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EU leaders tackle inflation, energy shocks from Russia’s war
BRUSSELS (AP) — A day after endorsing Ukraine’s candidacy to join the European Union, the bloc’s leaders turned their attention Friday to the severe economic turbulence from Russia’s war in the neighboring country as the conflict’s full impact sinks in and the threat of recession rises. The EU’s 27 leaders gathered in Brussels to grapple with surging inflation, energy shocks, dwindling business and consumer confidence, and growing budget pressures. The leaders also will have to contend with higher borrowing costs as the European Central Bank prepares to raise interest rates for the first time in 11 years to counter runaway price increases.
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Fresh Thyme Market has partnered with Merryfield's Learn & Earn program, a pioneering solution that combines in-store consumer education with the power of digital incentives.
BOSTON, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Merryfield PBC today announced that Fresh Thyme Market will be the first retailer to adopt the Learn & Earn program powered by Merryfield Rewards, which leverages Cornerstone's Smart Shelf Tag™ technology to increase in-store consumer engagement and influence point-of-purchase decisions through in-aisle branded digital content and exclusive incentives and rewards unlocked with any smartphone. Fresh Thyme Market shoppers will begin seeing these specialized tags this spring across its 71 stores in 10 states.
"We're thrilled that Fresh Thyme Market has chosen Learn & Earn to engage and educate their in-store shoppers," said David Mayer, Founder and CEO of Merryfield. "Fresh Thyme Market™ has been a leader in adopting Smart Shelf Tags and now by implementing Learn & Earn™, they're demonstrating a commitment to helping shoppers make more informed buying decisions in-store while enabling brands to provide digital content and exclusive offers."
As a Learn & Earn participating retailer, Fresh Thyme Market will have Learn & Earn in-store signage and QR codes displayed at-shelf for participating brands. Scanning QR codes with any smartphone camera immediately reveals product information, educational content, and now through the Merryfield app, shoppers can unlock new exclusive incentives and money-saving offers to encourage them to buy that product on that shopping trip. Merryfield first announced its new Learn & Earn program in December, 2022. Learn & Earn is easy for retailers to adopt and implement and designed to be complementary and incremental to other existing in-store engagement and promotional programs.
"Consumers today have a lot of options on how they choose to shop and where. Our Fresh Thyme Market team is always looking for ways to help elevate our shoppers' in-store experience with differentiating new programs, engaging digital in-store experiences and additional savings opportunities. The Merryfield Learn & Earn program is a great step in that direction," said Art Scott, Senior Director, Marketing at Fresh Thyme Market.
Standing out at the shelf continues to be a struggle for CPG brands. Many brands have compelling stories to tell and need innovative ways to help educate consumers on the unique attributes of their products. CPG brands participating in Learn & Earn at Fresh Thyme will set themselves apart with Merryfield Learn & Earn branded QR codes. When scanned by a smartphone, rich and exciting digital content such as videos, web content, images, product ingredients and nutritional attributes are displayed to engage and educate in-store shoppers. Consumers value information while shopping and have shown they will remain more loyal to brands that provide greater transparency.
"We first added Smart Shelf Tags with its enhanced QR codes to help our shoppers make better informed buying decisions in-store while allowing our supplier partners to provide digital content to best present their products to our shoppers," said Jonathan Lawrence, Vice President, Center of Store at Fresh Thyme Market. "Through Learn & Earn, we're now able to pair digital in-store education with exclusive at-shelf digital promotion tools and a new consumer facing program promoting healthier choices and making wellness more accessible to more people."
Because Learn & Earn is facilitated through the Merryfield Rewards Network, CPG brands participating in Learn & Earn at Fresh Thyme Market will have exclusive access to a growing suite of consumer activation and insights solutions. This real-time holistic view of consumer purchases offers CPG brand partners unprecedented visibility into consumer preferences and decision-making in the store.
"Merryfield's partnership with Fresh Thyme goes beyond in-store education and incentives," said Mayer. "Our Merryfield team wants to make it easier for people to know which brands and products are right for them and their families. We're enabling people to discover healthier options with less work while connecting them to incremental savings. Our team saw the same kinds of values, beliefs, and intentions for consumers with the Fresh Thyme Market team — it's about the people. We couldn't be more fired up to bring Learn & Earn to the Fresh Thyme Market shopper community."
In preparation for Learn & Earn's roll-out in stores later this year, the Fresh Thyme team will reach out to its suppliers throughout the store with additional program details and information for supplier enrollment and pre-launch pricing for the Learn & Earn program. Learn & Earn participation is open to all natural and conventional products and brands throughout the store.
To learn more about Merryfield's Learn and Earn™ program, visit https://partners.merryfield.com/learn-and-earn. You can download the free Merryfield Rewards app at the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
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Merryfield, a privately-held Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) based in Boston, is a trusted authority, consumer app, customer activation and insights solutions partner for brands and retailers. Consumers simply submit receipts, paper or digital, and earn rewards at least 5% back all brands featured in the app. Merryfield participating better-for-you brands include Stonyfield Organic, Applegate, Health-Ade, Primal Kitchen, Vital Farms, Bob's Red Mill and thousands of other items carried at any retailer. With its new Learn & Earn in-store program, powered through a partnership with Cornerstone for Natural's Smart Shelf Tags, Merryfield supports brands and retailers by impacting consumers' point-of-purchase decisions in-store. Merryfield was named a finalist in the Corporate Social Responsibility Category of Fast Company's 2022 World Changing Ideas Awards. Merryfield is available for free at the App Store and Google Play Store.
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Fresh Thyme Market, a local, community-focused grocer with 71 stores in 10 states throughout the Midwest, was born from a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives. Every day Fresh Thyme Market works to be a trusted resource in our communities, bringing people access to real food at real affordable prices. With a local focus on what the community needs, each store provides fresh, natural, and organic food at affordable prices. By offering an immersive, intuitive shopping experience, Fresh Thyme Market meets people wherever they are on their journey to living a healthier lifestyle. To learn more, visit freshthyme.com
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The FBI searched President Biden's home in Rehoboth, Del. on Wednesday as part of its investigation into classified documents found among his personal files, Biden's lawyer said in a statement.
Bob Bauer called it a "planned search" and said that it had Biden's "full support and cooperation."
No documents with classified markings were found during the search, Bauer said later Wednesday, though "some materials and handwritten notes that appear to relate to his time as vice president" were taken by the DOJ for further review. The search went from 8:30 a.m. until noon.
The Rehoboth search is the latest in a series of developments that have unfolded over the past three months surrounding classified documents found in the president's belongings. The Justice Department assigned former Maryland Attorney General Robert Hur as special counsel to oversee the investigation into how they got there.
Hur's work has officially begun and his DOJ website is now live. The Justice Department has no further comment on Hur's activities or the FBI's search of Biden's Rehoboth home.
Biden's lawyers had searched the Rehoboth vacation home last month as part of a review and did not find any classified documents.
The search comes a few weeks after federal agents searched Biden's home in Wilmington, Del., for more than 12 hours, where they found classified documents. Last month his lawyers said they had discovered among personal and political papers "a small number" of additional Obama-Biden Administration records with classified markings. White House counsel Richard Sauber said the Justice Department was notified and that Biden and his legal team were cooperating with the National Archives and the Department of Justice.
In November some classified documents were found in November at the Penn Biden Center, a think tank office in Washington, D.C., that Biden used for about three years.
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GUY, Ark. – After 40 years of dedication on the basketball court, one former Guy-Perkins School District basketball coach will have his legacy remembered forever by having the court named after him Friday night.
John Hutchcraft spent 40 dedicating his basketball skills on the court at Guy Perkins, leaving a legacy etched in the court forever.
“Well it’s going to be exciting. Hopefully not overly emotional,” said Hutchcraft.
After coaching the men’s and women’s basketball teams at Guy Perkins for 40 years, Hutchcraft will have the court dedicated to him.
“It’s my first one yet, and my only one because I have been here for so long, but I really appreciate all the support of the 40 years that I had here. I raised my kids here and somebody said well how many kids you got, and I said probably 2,000,” stated Hutchinson.
Coach Hutchcraft won 11 state championships and had more than 20 appearances in the state finals.
“You know I still can remember the big games, of course my kids played for me and they all won state championships, so I remember that,” said Hutchcraft.
He began playing as a young boy.
“I started basketball in the 3rd or 4th grade, been playing all my life, and I played at the University of Central Arkansas,” said Hutchcraft.
He continues to shoot hoops today.
“I know it’s kind of hard to believe because I am almost 70 years old but I play on two teams now and have to years, Arkansas Travelers where we play in state, and USA global where we play other countries,” stated Hutchraft.
Hutchcraft said he doesn’t plan to stop playing anytime soon.
“It’s kind of humorous to say but I think I could probably, I can still run and jump, and I enjoy the game, I get excited before the game, I’m thinking maybe like 80,” said Hutchcraft.
He said having the basketball court dedicated to him, is something special.
“It’s going to be a combination of a lot of things, I am going to pretty happy about it. I remember the big games, and sometimes it gets to me,” stated Hutchcraft. | https://www.fox16.com/crime/court-dedicated-to-arkansas-basketball-legend-from-guy-perkins-school-district/ | 2022-10-15 03:33:10 | 1 | https://www.fox16.com/crime/court-dedicated-to-arkansas-basketball-legend-from-guy-perkins-school-district/ |
HAVANA (AP) — Screams, insults and confinement: that was what Diana endured in the seven years before she ended a relationship with her boyfriend.
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Though she knew there were institutions and programs in Cuba that handled cases of violence against women, she didn’t reach out to any of them. She had no faith that they could really protect her.
“It’s not just getting beaten. Violence is (also) not speaking to you, ignoring you, restricting you. It was this horrible, extreme level of control,” the 37-year-old woman, an employee at a state institution, told The Associated Press. “I don’t know why I couldn’t get out of it, flee, find a proper solution.”
Diana asked that her last name not be published because she was afraid for her safety.
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In recent years, visibility of violence against women in Cuba has grown thanks in large part to social media and rising feminist activism. Yet there is no recent public data on acts of femicide, because Cuban law doesn’t recognize it as a separate crime; intead, it lumps it in with all aggravated homicides.
Authorities argue that two recently passed measures — the Family Code and a new penal code — are enough to combat the abuse, but activists want more: They are pushing Parliament and campaigning on social media for a comprehensive law that would encourage and protect women who file complaints.
“Gender-based violence is structural and systematic, and therefore, the response needs to be have the same scope, not just be stuck in family or penal law,” social media platform YoSiTeCreo ("I Do Believe You") said in an emailed response to questions from the AP. The platform emerged shortly after internet service on cellphones expanded in Cuba in 2018.
Between 1960 and 1990, the island advanced to the forefront of women’s rights: Women could get divorced when it was still restricted in surrounding Latin American and Caribbean countries across the region; they shared parental rights of their children; and they were included in higher education and the labor market following the 1959 revolution. They were also given pay equal to men and were granted a full year of maternity leave. In 1961, abortions were made legal and provided for free.
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But violence against women stayed hidden, even as women’s movements in countries across the region advanced measures to fight and punish it.
Today, statistics on violence against women in Cuba are scarce and outdated. The government still cites data from it’s 2016 National Gender Survey, released in 2019. It shows that 26.6% of the island's 5 million women were victims of some kind of abuse by their partners, while only 3.7% sought help.
Meanwhile, the death of women at the hands of their partners reached nearly 1 in every 100,000 women at the time, about 50 deaths per year.
YoSiTeCreo says it counted 32 femicides in 2020, 35 last year and 32 so far this year, including two “vicarious” homicides: attacks against others — usually children — carried out to hurt the woman.
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In the first years of the revolution, domestic abuse was a taboo subject for many Cuban leaders. They considered it counterproductive to the image of the new society they were trying to build that was focused on social justice.
But in recent years it’s grown more visible. The government and the officially recognized organization Women’s Federation of Cuba have taken steps to combat violence against women, creating more than 150 care centers with specialized counseling, legal services for victims and a hotline. In March 2021, the National Program for the Advancement of Women was launched, a sort of official roadmap to empower and promote women’s leadership.
But Diana and other women who spoke with the AP expressed their doubts about the scope of these initiatives. Some said there’s still no public policy to effectively care for victims.
“The distrust that women have in Cuba is related to the police’s own actions," said activist and entrepreneur Deyni Terry. "When they file a complaint, they don’t get the protection they need. Many are revictimized.”
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Sometimes, uniformed officers either refuse to report the violence or call the abuser to confront or testify against the woman, she said.
Officers often say they don’t believe the women, and when women are finally able to make an official report, they have no other choice than to return with their children to the home where the abuser still lives.
Diana is one of those who never filed a report.
Asked why she didn’t ask for a restraining order against her ex-partner, she replied, nearly in tears, “And that works here? I thought about that solution. But where does the person (the victim) end up … when she has nowhere to live?"
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For activists, the solution is a comprehensive law that takes into consideration prevention, punishment and the real care of victims. In November 2019, dozens of women asked the Cuban Parliament to form a commission that would receive citizen proposals and draft such a measure. The parliament rejected the request.
In September, the country ratified its new family code and, in December, the new penal code will take effect. Both focus more intently on violence against women than their predecessors did.
Under the Family Code, people with a violent history will have limited communication with their children, cannot be guardians or adopt, and may lose property in case of divorce or widowhood, among other sanctions.
Meanwhile, the penal code establishes that any crime that has gender violence as an aggravating factor will receive heightened sentences.
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“It’s not enough to say that we dislike violence, that we repudiate violence ... if, afterward, there’s no effective consequence," said Ana María Álvarez-Tabío, a lawyer and professor at the University of Havana Law School. "That was what (in the old code) did not happen.”
Álvarez-Tabío said the new laws are good measures to have in place to combat the problem in the meantime, but she added, “It would be no small thing to have a general law against gender violence." | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Cuban-activists-want-law-to-protect-women-abused-17592737.php | 2022-11-17 20:54:43 | 1 | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Cuban-activists-want-law-to-protect-women-abused-17592737.php |
Britain and the world to lay Queen Elizabeth II to rest
LONDON (AP) — Britain and the world are laying Queen Elizabeth II to rest at a state funeral that is drawing presidents and kings, princes and prime ministers. Up to a million people could line the streets of London on Monday to say a final goodbye to a monarch whose 70-year reign defined an age A day packed with funeral events in London and Windsor began early when the doors of 900-year-old Westminster Hall were closed to mourners. Hundreds of thousands had filed in front of her flag-draped coffin there. In a country known for pomp and pageantry, the first state funeral since Winston Churchill’s promised to be a spectacular display. King Charles III and his sons headed to Westminster Hall just before the funeral was set to begin in order to accompany the queen’s coffin.
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U.S. President Joe Biden and his wife Jill have arrived at Westminster Abbey for the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The American leader is among hundreds of heads of state and political leaders from around the world attending the funeral service in London. Throngs of people were lined up, six people deep along the route of the funeral procession after the service. Many held up their cellphones to grab images of the day’s events. Hundreds of thousands of people have gathered in the city for the ceremonies. After the funeral the queen’s coffin will be taken to Windsor Castle to be laid to rest.
Biden: US would defend Taiwan against Chinese invasion
BEIJING (AP) — China has criticized President Joe Biden’s statement that American forces would defend Taiwan if Beijing tries to invade as a violation of U.S. commitments about the self-ruled island. Beijing gave no indication of possible retaliation. Biden said “yes” when asked during an interview broadcast Sunday on CBS News’s “60 Minutes” program whether U.S. forces would defend Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion. The comment added to displays of official American support for the island democracy in the face of growing shows of force by the mainland’s ruling Communist Party, which claims Taiwan as part of its territory. China's Foreign Ministry said the U.S. remarks violate Washington’s commitment not to support formal independence for Taiwan, a step Beijing has said would lead to war.
Ukraine says Russian missile struck close to nuclear plant
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian officials say a Russian missile strike has hit just 300 meters (yards) from a nuclear power plant in the country's south. Ukraine’s atomic energy operator Energoatom said the attack just after midnight Monday struck an industrial complex in the southern Mykolaiv region that includes the Pivdennoukrainsk nuclear power plant. The impact caused an explosion that broke more than 100 windows on buildings in the complex and forced a nearby hydropower plant to shut down temporarily, Energoatom said. The attack didn’t affect the reactors of the nuclear plant, the company said, calling the strike an act of “nuclear terrorism.” Russia did not immediately acknowledge the strike on the industrial complex, which sits along the Southern Bug River.
Fiona nears Dominican Republic after pounding Puerto Rico
HAVANA (AP) — Hurricane Fiona is bearing down on the Dominican Republic after knocking out the power grid and unleashing floods and landslides in Puerto Rico, where the governor said the damage was “catastrophic.” No deaths have been reported, but authorities in the U.S. territory said it was too early to estimate the damage from a storm that was still forecast to unleash torrential rain across Puerto Rico on Monday. Up to 30 inches was forecast for the island’s eastern and southern regions. Ernesto Morales, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in San Juan, said: “It’s important people understand that this is not over.” He said flooding has reached “historic levels."
In world beset by turbulence, nations' leaders gather at UN
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — World leaders are gathering at the United Nations this week under the shadow of Europe’s first major conflict since World War II. Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the fighting it produced has sparked a global food crisis and a division among major powers not seen since the Cold War at a time of increasing international turbulence. The many facets of the war in Ukraine are expected to dominate the annual General Assembly meeting. It is taking place as many countries across the globe are also confronting inequality, an escalating climate crisis, the threat of multiple famines and increasing misinformation and hate speech.
Taliban freed from Guantanamo, claims exchanged for American
ISLAMABAD (AP) — A senior Taliban detainee held at Guantanamo Bay says he was released and handed over to the Taliban in Kabul, in exchange for an American prisoner held in Afghanistan. Bashir Noorzai, a notorious drug lord and member of the Taliban, told reporters in Kabul on Monday that he spent 17 years and six months in the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay, and that he was the last Taliban prisoner there. The Taliban-appointed Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi also spoke at the press conference and said the released American was Mark Frerichs, a Navy veteran and civilian contractor kidnapped in Afghanistan on Jan. 31, 2020. There was no independent confirmation or word from Washington on Frerichs’ release.
2022 could be a political watershed for Massachusetts women
BOSTON (AP) — The year 2022 is shaping up to be a watershed for women seeking political power in Massachusetts. While liberal state has lagged others when it comes to electing women to top offices. But this year Democratic women have won five of six statewide primary contests. They include Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey, who is favored to flip the Republican-held governor’s office in November. If she does, she’ll be the first woman and first openly gay candidate elected governor in Massachusetts. Andrea Campbell is hoping to succeed Healey as attorney general, and she would be the first Black woman to hold that post in the state.
62 and 700: Judge, Pujols closing in on home run milestones
Aaron Judge and Albert Pujols could make this a milestone week for home runs. Judge hit two more Sunday to raise his season total to 59. That's two shy of Roger Maris’ American League record. Now the slugger returns to Yankee Stadium, where New York will play its next six games. Pujols is somewhat improbably closing in on the 700-homer mark after hitting 12 since the start of August. The 42-year-old Pujols is retiring at the end of the season.
World shares slip as markets brace for more rate hikes
Shares have fallen in Europe and Asia as investors brace for another interest rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve. Markets in Britain and Japan were closed. Oil prices and U.S. futures also declined. Markets have been on edge because of stubbornly high inflation and the increases in interest rates being used to fight it. The fear is that central banks might overshoot their policy targets, triggering a recession. The Federal Reserve was due to begin a policy meeting on Tuesday, when officials will weigh how to counter surging prices while nursing along the recovery from the pandemic. | https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/ap-news-summary-at-5-34-a-m-edt/article_62d28a37-3e74-5f16-b698-e78011b47f30.html | 2022-09-19 10:03:32 | 1 | https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/ap-news-summary-at-5-34-a-m-edt/article_62d28a37-3e74-5f16-b698-e78011b47f30.html |
With the score tied in the fourth quarter of the Class 2A state football championship game, the Lynden Lions put together a monster drive to capture the title with a 31-24 win.
The Lions started on their own 20 with 9:27 remaining on Saturday at Sparks Stadium in Puyallup. When the drive ended, sophomore quarterback Brant Heppner scored from a yard out, his third of the game, leaving just a minute remaining in the game. Along the way, the Lions converted three fourth downs, including one on fourth-and-10.
The drive allowed the top-seeded Lynden (13-0) to repeat as state champ and gave it the seventh state football title since 2008.
No. 3 North Kitsap (12-2), which fumbled with under a minute left on its final drive, was in the state title game for the first time in school history. It’s the first time a Kitsap County team has made the state football title game since South Kitsap in 1997.
The Vikings were down 17-3 at halftime and tied it early in the fourth on Ben Lawler’s 5-yard TD catch.
1A: Royal 35, Mount Baker 20
The Royal dynasty continued as the top-seeded Knights (12-1) won their sixth state title in the last seven tournaments by beating the No. 10 Mountaineers (9-5) in Lakewood.
The game was tied 14-14 heading into the fourth quarter before the Knights scored early in the quarter and pulled away.
Marcques George finished with 243 rushing yards and two touchdowns, according to ScorebookLive, for Mount Baker of Deming.
2B: Napavine 41, Okanogan 27
The Tigers (13-0), who were runners-up last year and in 2018, beat the Bulldogs (12-1) for the title.
Top-seeded Napavine, which won in 2016, was down a touchdown as halftime and took the lead for good in the third by outscoring No. 2 Okanogan 20-6.
These teams have plenty of state-title history in the last decade. Okanogan beat Napavine for titles in 2014 and 2015.
1B: Liberty Christian 50, Neah Bay 12
The No. 5 Patriots (12-2) rode a big second half to a win vs. the No. 2 Red Devils (12-1).
The eight-man title game was tied 6-6 at halftime at Mount Tahoma High School in Tacoma.
Liberty Christian, which is in Richland, took advantage of five turnovers for the win. | https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/high-school/state-football-roundup-massive-drive-allows-lynden-to-repeat-as-2a-champs/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2022-12-04 04:49:21 | 0 | https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/high-school/state-football-roundup-massive-drive-allows-lynden-to-repeat-as-2a-champs/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
HONG KONG, June 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SwitchBot, one of the largest retrofitting smart home brands, is today announcing the availability of its Lock. It is the best way to make the door lock smart without refitting, so users can control their door to open or lock via smartphone or Apple Watch when back home.
SwitchBot Lock - $99.99 from web store and Amazon US.
No refit is needed during the installation
The biggest upgrade of SwitchBot Lock is it doesn't need any refit on the current lock to make it smart. SwitchBot Lock uses 3M VHB to stick to the door and has a thumb-turn adapter to control the thumb-turn to lock or unlock. No refit on the current lock is needed during the installation.
Lock/unlock via SwitchBot App on smartphones and Apple Watch, or using widgets
SwitchBot Lock supports Bluetooth. You can use SwitchBot App on your smartphone or Apple Watch to open it when getting home. SwitchBot Lock has an automated lock feature so that when you leave your house, the door will automatically lock.
Remote control and voice assistant supported
By adding a SwitchBot Hub Mini, users can control unlock or lock remotely to let a family member or a friend in when you are not home yet. Both Google and Alexa voice assistant are supported to lock or unlock (to ensure security, you need to tell the voice assistant your pre-set password before opening your door).
SwitchBot Keypad is coming soon with password and fingerprint unlock
SwitchBot will also launch a Keypad and Keypad Touch to work with Lock. Keypad allows you to input password unlock the door; Keypad Touch allows you to input password or use your fingerprint to unlock the door. You can also create and share a temporary password with the housekeepers or your renters.
Compatible with most deadbolt locks
SwitchBot lock is compatible with most deadbolt locks. It also promises to provide 3D-printed accessories to users for more compatibility.
The SwitchBot Lock also includes features such as:
- Quality of over 50,000 times of lock/unlock: Equal to users' 5-year usage.
- 6 months of battery life
- Widget control: no need to open the App, lock, or unlock on the smartphone's home screen.
- Lock/unlock notification, get notified when the door is open or locked.
- Bank-security level data encryption
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WASHINGTON, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Postal Service announced it will implement upgraded service standards for its USPS Retail Ground (RG) and Parcel Select Ground (PSG) products effective Aug. 1, 2022. Within the contiguous United States, service standards for these products will be accelerated from two- to eight-days to two- to five-days for the same affordable price. Items containing hazardous materials or live animals are not eligible for the upgraded service standards.
RG is a ground shipping product for packages, thick envelopes and tubes (with a maximum weight of 70 pounds) that are not required to be mailed via First-Class Mail service and are available only through retail channels. PSG is an economical ground delivery service similar to RG for commercial shippers.
The Postal Service is aligning the RG and PSG service standards with the current First-Class Package Service (FCPS) standards within the contiguous US. Processing this mail with FCPS packages will enhance customer service and better optimize the Postal Service's package processing and surface transportation networks.
"Upgrading service standards for Retail Ground and Parcel Select Ground products is another way we are improving delivery for our customers," said Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. "Offering faster, affordable delivery is how we will become the best in the industry."
On March 21, 2022, the Postal Service filed a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission for an advisory opinion regarding proposed changes to the service standards for RG and PSG competitive products. Following a hearing on the record, on June 9, 2022, the Commission issued an advisory opinion acknowledging the change improves service, and therefore generally benefits mailers and is in the public interest. The Commission made certain recommendations in its opinion, and the Postal Service will, consistent with those recommendations, closely monitor the impacts of the change to ensure it achieves the anticipated operational and customer service benefits.
These service standard changes further the Delivering for America 10-year plan to achieve service excellence, defined as meeting or exceeding 95 percent on time delivery across all product categories, and financial sustainability.
The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.
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Police: Woman wanted for stealing fajita meat from several grocery stores
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS/Gray News) - Police in Texas say they are looking for a woman who has reportedly stolen from several Laredo-area markets.
According to the Laredo Police Department, officers have recently responded to several meat markets in the city for reports of property thefts.
Officers said a thief has struck several markets in the area, including n HEB supermarket where they allegedly took five packages of fajita meat worth about $833.
KGNS reports that investigators identified the suspected thief as 47-year-old Minerva San Juanita Lopez.
Laredo police said Lopez is currently facing three felony arrest warrants in connection with the thefts.
Authorities urged anyone with more information to contact Laredo Crime Stoppers at 956-724-1876.
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The study explored how K-12 educators define equity, identify types and sources of inequity, and work to achieve equity for their students
PORTLAND, Ore., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NWEA – a not-for-profit, research and educational services organization serving K-12 students – released today a new study featuring perspectives and insights from districts, school leaders, and teachers on equity initiatives, challenges, and recommendations for improving outcomes. Overall, the study found alignment in how equity is defined by the education community and how important it is to make it a priority focus across all aspects of the education ecosystem.
Using a blind study format in which the participants were not aware that the research was for NWEA, the research team conducted 61 online interviews in 2022. Participants represented the education leader and teacher populations in U.S. public schools. The study explored how K-12 district and school leaders and teachers define equity, identify the types and sources of inequity that exist for their students, work to achieve equity for their students, including determining key hurdles to overcome, and how their district's political and local environment (or other factors like demographics) may impact how they think and act differently when it comes to equity.
Key findings:
- The importance of equity was clearly agreed upon by U.S. educators and district/school leaders with equity being defined in a similar manner: ensure that every student receives the resources and support they need to succeed in learning.
- Family support emerged as a new component in the definition of equity.
- Almost all study participants shared challenges in implementing effective strategies and initiatives to address equity issues.
- The impacts of the pandemic increased the focus on equity, specifically on the needs of the individual child instead of overall systemic inequities.
- Communicating the value of and actions needed to achieve equity continues to be a challenge, especially in polarized communities.
"This study confirms that educators are passionate about ensuring the needs of each student are met and that barriers to opportunities are removed," said Fenesha Hubbard, MEd, leading NWEA expert on equity-focused professional learning and upcoming author of The Equity Expression: 6 Entry Points for Nonnegotiable Academic Success. "It also reiterated that equity work is deeply individual and cannot be approached with a 'one-size-fits-all' solution."
Hubbard offered these recommendations for approaching equity work, based on the study findings:
- When it comes to enacting equity, schools need a way to think about and approach equity from a different perspective so that it doesn't feel like one more thing to implement. One way to do this is to focus on equity as it relates to content and academic success, using the six Entry Points for Equity: mindsets, relationships, products, spaces, processes, and systems. The Entry Points for Equity is a framework to guide the equity conversation and provide educators with tools to empower them as change agents and move students toward success.
- Educators must understand how mindsets and relationships can work together for equitable teaching and learning experiences to occur. When educators bring these dimensions of equity into our work, it will help them better work with families and caregivers.
- Equity work requires that we take responsibility for the academic success of learners, and that we believe all students deserve access to high quality teaching and learning. Educators must be deliberate in raising their awareness of self and others, exploring their beliefs, and examining their actions, while always keeping students in the forefront of their minds and at the center of all conversations.
- Understanding the different academic identities of students -- the dispositions and beliefs that make up a student's relationship with teaching, learning, and subject areas such as math or science -- is one way to begin to address equity. It's imperative that teachers make a conscious effort to support the development of healthy academic identities in our learners.
Read the full study at https://www.nwea.org/resource-center/resource/equity-definitions-and-perspectives-from-u-s-educators/
About NWEA
NWEA® (formerly known as Northwest Evaluation Association) is a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization that supports students and educators in more than 146 countries through research, assessment solutions, policy and advocacy services, professional learning and school improvement services that fight for equity, drive classroom impact and push for systemic change in our educational communities. Visit NWEA.org to learn more about how we're partnering with educators to help all kids learn.
Contact: Simona Beattie, Sr. Manager, Public Relations, simona.beattie@nwea.org or 971.361.9526
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Tennessee baseball transfer tracker: Who is leaving, joining Vols via portal?
Tennessee baseball is adding to its roster after a 57-win season in 2022.
The Vols have added a pair of transfers at key positions — catcher and shortstop — through the portal. UT also has a trio of players who entered the portal and could choose to leave.
Here's a look at who's coming and going from Tennessee baseball via transfer:
Who is transferring to Tennessee?
Maui Ahuna
Ahuna batted .396 with eight homers and 48 RBIs at Kansas last season. He had 16 doubles and four triples. He earned first-team All-Big 22 homers.
The 6-foot-1, 165-pound shortstop was one of the most-coveted transfers on the market this offseason before he committed to UT in early June.
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Jack Alexander
Alexander addressed a major need for the Vols at catcher. The grad transfer from Austin Peay hit .346 with 14 home runs and 55 RBIs. He struck out 31 times with 27 walks, posting an on-base percentage of .425. He allowed five passed balls in 50 starts and threw out 23 of 70 runners attempting to steal.
The 6-foot, 212-pound Alexander began his college career at Notre Dame before transferring to Austin Peay.
Who is transferring out from Tennessee baseball?
J.D. McCracken
McCracken was hampered by an injury early in the season, but threw in three games in April and May. The freshman lefty was impressive in his final out, a two-inning stint against Belmont on May 17.
The Murfreesboro native had an 8.10 ERA in 3⅓ innings. He allowed five hits and walked one.
Grant Cherry
Cherry pitched sparingly as a right-handed midweek reliever. He had a 5.40 ERA in 3⅓ innings across five appearances. He struck out five and allowed one hit, but walked nine.
The 6-foot-3, 210-pound Cherry is from Vestavia Hills, Alabama.
Nathan Smith
Smith, a freshman catcher, did not play in 2022. The Thomasville, Georgia, native redshirted.
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SUPERIOR, Ariz. (AP) — Oak Flat, a piece of national forest land in central Arizona, is at the heart of a years long struggle between Native American groups and mining interests that both consider it important for their future.
Resolution Copper, a subsidiary of international mining giants Rio Tinto and BHP, wants to develop the large deposit of copper ore deep under Oak Flat into a massive mine. The nonprofit Apache Stronghold considers the land sacred and say it should be preserved for religious ceremonies.
The project is on hold pending an environmental review that the Forest Service earlier withdrew to consult further with tribes and others. There is no time frame for its completion.
Here is how developments have played out over nearly a decade:
November 2013: Resolution Copper introduces its initial general plan of operations for a proposed mine at Oak Flat.
Dec. 12, 2014: The U.S. Senate approves a must-pass military spending bill that included the Oak Flat land swap, giving the national forest property to mining companies for development of America’s largest copper mine. A rider tucked into the legislation called for Resolution Copper to get 3.75 square miles (9.71 square kilometers) of forest land in return for eight parcels it owns in Arizona.
March 4, 2016: The Forest Service adds Oak Flat to the National Register of Historic Places. Arizona Republican Congressman Paul Gosar and Democratic Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick oppose the historic place designation, with Gosar saying it is “sabotaging an important mining effort.”
May 24, 2020: A Rio Tinto iron mining project destroys two rock shelters that were inhabited by Indigenous people for 46,000 years in Juukan Gorge in Western Australia state, prompting the resignation of the company CEO.
Jan. 12, 2021: Apache Stronghold sues the federal government, saying the Forest Service cannot legally transfer the land to Rio Tinto for several parcels the company owns and maintains the land around Oak Flat was reserved for Western Apaches in an 1852 treaty with the U.S.
Feb. 12, 2021: A federal judge rejects the request to keep the Forest Service from transferring the land to Resolution Copper. saying that because Apache Stronghold is not a federally recognized tribe it lacks standing to argue the land belongs to Apaches.
March 1, 2021 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture pulls back an environmental review that had cleared the way for the land swap, saying it needed more time to consult with Native American tribes and others
Oct. 21, 2021: Apache Stronghold asks a three member panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to keep Rio Tinto from getting the Oak Flat property. Months later, the panel issues a 2-1 decision that the federal government can give the Oak Flat land to Rio Tinto, but then agrees to let a larger appeals panel hear the case.
March 21, 2023: Apache Stronghold tells a full panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that the Resolution project would prevent Native American groups from exercising their religion by destroying land they consider sacred. The 11-member panel says it will issue a decision in the coming months. | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/oak-flat-timeline-native-american-vs-pro-mining-interests/ | 2023-06-29 02:30:39 | 1 | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/oak-flat-timeline-native-american-vs-pro-mining-interests/ |
Students at a Philadelphia high school are being introduced to career opportunities in construction trades.
The School District of Philadelphia and the Laborers District Council are joining together to offer Strawberry Mansion High School seniors pre-apprenticeship training through the construction trades initiative.
The pilot program, which began this month and will last for 19 weeks, has 40 high school seniors learn construction techniques and concepts once a week.
“Back in the day, we had metal shop and wood shop classes at Strawberry Mansion High School,” said Council President Darrell L. Clarke, whose 5th District includes Strawberry Mansion High.
“For whatever reason, those classes fell by the wayside. Now, thanks to this partnership with the School District of Philadelphia, the Laborers District Council, and the high school, career technical education classes are back,” he said.
“For this initial class of 40 students, they’ll learn construction trades skills and important life skills to begin a path towards good-paying, family-supporting union jobs. This is a beginning and we couldn’t be more pleased,” he added.
Philadelphia Building Trades Council business manager Ryan Boyer said the joint effort will prepare students to have a lifelong career in the city.
“This program will provide the seniors of Strawberry Mansion with unprecedented access to opportunities to be an apprentice of the Philadelphia Building Trades union,” Boyer said.
“This is truly a testament to all of the unions in the building trades. They’re allowing their programs to be used to help the students at Strawberry Mansion,” he added. “This will lead to a lot of great long careers in unionized construction in this region.”
In the program, students will learn residual wiring, conduit bending, PPE [personal protective equipment] use and OSHA [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] compliance by building trades professionals. They will also receive instruction in personal and career development concepts including credit and budgeting, interviewing and conflict resolution.
Upon the completion of the program, students can earn a certificate in OSHA-10, which is training that teaches basic safety and health information to workers in construction and general industry and a time management certificate.
“What I love most about this program is that it seeks to support our students beyond career preparation,” said Councilmember Katherine Gilmore-Richardson. “It will also equip them with the soft skills needed to navigate the world we live in ... skills such as interviewing and conflict resolution.
“It’s so important, now more than ever, that we prepare our children to grow up to become well-rounded adults who are not only prepared for the workforce, but for everyday life,” she added.
Gilmore-Richardson said that labor jobs give people an opportunity to have a better life.
“It was labor unions that helped my parents enter the middle class when they moved to Philadelphia from the South in the 1950s,” she said.
“Labor unions are the backbone of our economy,” she added. “They provide a voice for the working class and serve as a ladder to a fulfilled life. No matter what step you are on in your career journey, with the support of unions, the sky’s the limit.” | https://www.phillytrib.com/news/local_news/district-partners-with-building-trades-union-for-apprenticeship-training/article_bbe82251-ba46-5c33-a994-e87eaf9fb5d4.html | 2023-01-27 04:20:04 | 1 | https://www.phillytrib.com/news/local_news/district-partners-with-building-trades-union-for-apprenticeship-training/article_bbe82251-ba46-5c33-a994-e87eaf9fb5d4.html |
From the diamond to the court, high school athletes in the area did big things in 2021-22. This week, the Journal Star will reveal nominees for its Area Prep Sports Awards virtual show, which will be broadcast at 7 p.m. Saturday on Prep Extra Facebook's page.
Plus, all of the winners will be revealed in Sunday's paper.
Girls track and field
Kate Campos
School: Lincoln Pius X.
Year: Junior.
College: Undecided.
By the end of her junior season, Campos landed at No. 2 on the all-time state charts in both the 100 and 300 hurdles. She ran a career-best 14.03 seconds in the 100s in prelims at state, and a career-best :43.10 in the 300s at the Heartland Athletic Conference meet. Campos also repeated as state champion in the 300s (and all-class gold) while adding a title in the 100s.
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Dajaz DeFrand
School: Lincoln High.
Year: Senior.
College: Florida State.
Not only did DeFrand sweep all-class gold medals in the 100- and 200-meter dashes for a second straight season, she cemented her place in state history. At districts, she ran the 100 in 11.6 seconds, which tied for the all-class state record and is the fastest electronic time in state history. Then at state, DeFrand set a state record in the 200, winning the final in :23.74.
Adrianna Rodencal
School: Lincoln Lutheran.
Year: Senior.
College: Concordia.
Rodencal capped an illustrious prep career by winning four Class C gold medals at state for a second straight season. This time it came in the 100, 200, 100 hurdles and 300 hurdles. Her time of :14.33 in the 100 hurdle finals landed her the all-class gold medal, and her time of :14.24 in the 100s at districts placed her sixth on the all-time charts.
Boys track and field
Reece Grosserode
School: Lincoln Pius X.
Year: Sophomore.
College: Undecided.
Grosserode was sweeping the long and triple jump titles throughout the season. He set a school record (47 feet, 10 inches) in the triple early in the season and then popped a 49-½ at state to land fifth on the all-time state charts. It also was one of the top marks in the nation this spring. Grosserode placed second to Omaha Central's Jaylen Lloyd in both the triple and long jump (Grosserode went 23-1 in the long jump) at state.
Malachi Coleman
School: Lincoln East.
Year: Junior.
College: Undecided.
Coleman emerged as one of the top sprinters in the state while also contributing in the jumps. Considered the state's top football recruit in the 2023 class, Coleman ran the 200 meters in 21.31 seconds at district to land at No. 10 on the all-time charts. He also had the state's fastest time (:10.43) in the 100. At state, Coleman placed second the 100 and 200, losing those races by a combined 0.05 seconds. He also was third in the triple jump.
Grant Schere
School: Waverly.
Year: Junior.
College: Undecided.
Schere was one of the top sprinters in the state, racing to Class B gold in the 100 and 200 while helping Waverly win gold in the 400 relay at Omaha Burke Stadium. Schere won the 200 in :22.02 and the 100 in :10.77 (which would have placed him fifth in the Class A final). Waverly's 400 relay team, with Schere at the anchor, won gold in :42.84.
Girls tennis
Corinne Barber
School: Lincoln Southeast.
Year: Freshman.
College: Undecided.
One of the state's top young players, Barber didn't drop a match all season, rounding out a perfect season with a No. 2 singles state championship. Barber dropped just four sets total in her first four matches at state. Her medal haul included first-place finishes at the Omaha Westside, Millard West, Grand Island and HAC meets. She was named to the all-city team.
Belinda Rademacher
School: Lincoln East.
Year: Freshman.
College: Undecided.
Rademacher finished her first high school season atop Class A, defeating Lincoln Southeast's Camilla Ibrahimova 6-4, 6-2 in the No. 1 singles final at Koch Family Tennis Center in Omaha. She finished 34-6, won a title at the Papillion-La Vista Invitational and was named the all-city honorary captain.
Camilla Ibrahimova
School: Lincoln Southeast.
Year: Senior.
Ibrahimova posted another impressive season, going 31-3 and finishing state runner-up at No. 1 singles to East's Rademacher. Ibrahimova won singles titles at the Millard West and Grand Island meets, and she topped Rademacher for a HAC meet championship. She also was named a co-honorary captain of the all-city team.
Boys tennis
Kyle Givens and Gabriel Whiston
School: Lincoln East.
Year: Givens (senior), Whiston (junior).
College: Givens (Nebraska).
Givens and Whiston never dropped a match at No. 2 doubles, capping a memorable season with a Class A state championship. Their state title run included a pair of hard-fought (6-4, 6-4; 6-4, 6-3) wins in the final two rounds in Omaha. They also rolled to a HAC Tournament title and were named to the all-city team.
Yakub Islamov
School: Lincoln East.
Year: Sophomore.
College: Undecided.
With Kirby Le at No. 1 singles, Islamov was slotted at No. 2 singles and flourished. His only loss came in the Class A state final as he finished 32-1. He dropped just two sets en route to a HAC title and two sets on his way to a title at the Pius X Invitational. He earned a spot on the all-city team.
Kirby Le
School: Lincoln East.
Year: Junior.
College: Undecided.
Le lost just two matches at No. 1 singles during the season on his way to finishing as state runner-up in Class A. He finished 37-2 and was the catalyst in the Spartans' run to the team state title. Le also won titles in the Pius X, Lincoln East and Omaha Westside invites, as well as the HAC No. 1 singles crown. He was named the all-city honorary captain. | https://journalstar.com/sports/high-school/tennis/area-prep-sports-awards-2021-22-nominees-for-track-and-field-tennis/article_ba96a490-796b-5f44-a36e-49c7d7b3abba.html | 2022-06-08 02:49:57 | 1 | https://journalstar.com/sports/high-school/tennis/area-prep-sports-awards-2021-22-nominees-for-track-and-field-tennis/article_ba96a490-796b-5f44-a36e-49c7d7b3abba.html |
HARTVILLE, Ohio — Like a meandering path through a forest, grief is not a straight line. But along one trail in Stark County, Ohio, those suffering the heartache of losing a loved one may find some solace.
A small wooden structure at Quail Hollow Park holds one stool and a disconnected wall phone. The open-air telephone booth is known as a "wind phone" and is intended to carry one’s message in the wind.
“There’s something magical with the wind and the trees and the peaceful area, having that access point, people are just able to say what they need to say,” said Daria Sherman.
Sherman became acquainted with the pain of loss after her son, Paul, died in a work-related accident in 2012 at age 19.
“I died with him and it took me a lot of years to pull myself back to life,” she said.
The mother changed course in life after Paul’s death, channeling her grief into several books and going back to school to get a Ph.D. in philosophy.
In 2021, the family experienced another tragedy when Sherman’s son-in-law Chris Rohr died unexpectedly from cardiac arrest.
“I talked to him at 11. Two hours later, I was getting a phone call that he wasn’t there,” said Sherman’s other son-in-law, Matt Frey. “Nothing’s going to fill that void.”
Frey never got to meet Paul, but instantly connected with Rohr when he began dating Sherman’s daughter.
“If I had any troubles, I’d go to him and if he had any troubles he’d come to me. We became best friends rather than brothers-in-law,” he said.
In January, Sherman said she was struggling with a sleepless night spurred by grief when she stumbled across the wind phone concept on social media. The project was started by a man in Otsuchi, Japan, and opened for public use after a tsunami killed nearly 15,000 people in the region in 2011.
“This is a way to let what’s inside already come out so you can have closure,” Sherman said.
She enlisted help from Frey, who owns a construction and home improvement business to design and build the wind phone. A friend who volunteers with Stark Parks helped bring the project to the park district’s board.
Frey used design input from Rohr’s father, his business partner, and Stark Parks to create the wind phone.
“With this open concept, it allows the wind to actually pick up your conversation from the wind phone and carry on your words,” he said.
The structure was recently installed. Sherman and Frey hope it not only honors their lost loved ones but also helps others find peace in their grieving journeys.
“This gives you that outlet. I think that this will be a good reason to go reconnect with them and at least have a conversation,” Frey said.
Sherman added, “Its closure and acceptance that allows you to move on in your journey and life.”
This story was first reported by Catherine Ross at WEWS in Cleveland, Ohio. | https://www.kxlf.com/news/national/wind-phone-in-ohio-park-helps-families-cope-with-grief | 2022-06-01 16:16:07 | 1 | https://www.kxlf.com/news/national/wind-phone-in-ohio-park-helps-families-cope-with-grief |
Wicomico County's COVID cases fall 25.7%; Maryland cases plummet 12.9%
Maryland reported far fewer coronavirus cases in the week ending Sunday, adding 6,287 new cases. That's down 12.9% from the previous week's tally of 7,221 new cases of the virus that causes COVID-19.
Maryland ranked 36th among the states where coronavirus was spreading the fastest on a per-person basis, a USA TODAY Network analysis of Johns Hopkins University data shows. In the latest week coronavirus cases in the United States decreased 4.7% from the week before, with 507,209 cases reported. With 1.82% of the country's population, Maryland had 1.24% of the country's cases in the last week. Across the country, three states had more cases in the latest week than they did in the week before.
The Labor Day holiday may have altered how many people can get tested and when, and when governments report testing results and deaths. This will skew week-to-week comparisons.
Wicomico County reported 78 cases and zero deaths in the latest week. A week earlier, it had reported 105 cases and three deaths. Throughout the pandemic it has reported 22,821 cases and 345 deaths.
Worcester County reported 40 cases and one death in the latest week. A week earlier, it had reported 46 cases and zero deaths. Throughout the pandemic it has reported 10,025 cases and 169 deaths.
Somerset County reported 25 cases and zero deaths in the latest week. A week earlier, it had reported 22 cases and zero deaths. Throughout the pandemic it has reported 5,794 cases and 76 deaths.
Sussex County reported 248 cases and two deaths in the latest week. A week earlier, it had reported 356 cases and eight deaths. Throughout the pandemic it has reported 71,262 cases and 898 deaths.
Accomack County reported 25 cases and zero deaths in the latest week. A week earlier, it had reported 52 cases and zero deaths. Throughout the pandemic it has reported 8,110 cases and 111 deaths.
Northampton County reported 14 cases and zero deaths in the latest week. A week earlier, it had reported 23 cases and one death. Throughout the pandemic it has reported 2,642 cases and 70 deaths.
Across Maryland, cases fell in 22 counties, with the best declines in Prince George's County, with 1,060 cases from 1,217 a week earlier; in Montgomery County, with 1,269 cases from 1,423; and in Anne Arundel County, with 495 cases from 625.
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Within Maryland, the worst weekly outbreaks on a per-person basis were in Allegany County with 214 cases per 100,000 per week; Charles County with 138; and Dorchester County with 132. The Centers for Disease Control says high levels of community transmission begin at 100 cases per 100,000 per week.
Adding the most new cases overall were Montgomery County, with 1,269 cases; Prince George's County, with 1,060 cases; and Baltimore County, with 743.
In Maryland, 48 people were reported dead of COVID-19 in the week ending Sunday. In the week before that, 48 people were reported dead.
A total of 1,231,823 people in Maryland have tested positive for the coronavirus since the pandemic began, and 15,247 people have died from the disease, Johns Hopkins University data shows. In the United States 95,250,705 people have tested positive and 1,050,323 people have died.
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Maryland's COVID-19 hospital admissions falling
USA TODAY analyzed federal hospital data as of Sunday, Sept. 11. Likely COVID patients admitted in the state:
- Last week: 1,448
- The week before that: 1,544
- Four weeks ago: 1,626
Likely COVID patients admitted in the nation:
- Last week: 60,585
- The week before that: 61,376
- Four weeks ago: 69,436
Hospitals in 16 states reported more COVID-19 patients than a week earlier, while hospitals in 22 states had more COVID-19 patients in intensive-care beds. Hospitals in 19 states admitted more COVID-19 patients in the latest week than a week prior, the USA TODAY analysis of U.S. Health and Human Services data shows.
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Succeeds Rob Gremley to Lead Company into New Era of Global Growth
BURLINGTON, Mass., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ETQ, part of Hexagon, today announced the appointment of Vick Vaishnavi as CEO. He succeeds former CEO Rob Gremley who led the company through an era of private-equity backed growth and SaaS-driven modernization, ultimately leading to ETQ's acquisition by Hexagon AB in April 2022.
Vaishnavi is responsible for leading ETQ's strategic planning and execution at a time of rapid global expansion and product innovation. At the same time, Vaishnavi will serve as a critical executive liaison with Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence division, of which ETQ is now a part. Vick has over three decades of deep experience in building high-growth SaaS companies and leading global expansion organically, through partnerships and via M&A activity.
"I am very impressed with the work that the ETQ team has done thus far to build a leading SaaS company in the quality management and health and safety software markets," said Vick Vaishnavi, Chief Executive Officer, ETQ. "I am eager to dig into the rich work of getting to know ETQ's people, products and customers and I am confident that my background and approach will not only blend well with the team but provide a solid platform for the next step in ETQ's evolution."
Before his appointment at ETQ, Vaishnavi was Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Global CEM Business at Everbridge, a global enterprise SaaS company. At Everbridge he led and grew the company's Critical Event Management (CEM) Business that included Enterprise Risk, Smart Security and Digital Operations lines, which he grew from incubation stages to $100M+ in recurring revenue, with contributions from North America and global international markets. During his tenure as head of the CEM Business, he led and integrated multiple acquisitions in the enterprise risk, smart security, digital operations, risk intelligence and crisis management markets as part of the company's platform strategy.
Prior to Everbridge, Vaishnavi served as the CEO of Yottaa Inc., a SaaS software company that helps customers accelerate, optimize and secure eCommerce sites. There he drove a critical corporate turnaround, completely repositioned Yottaa in new enterprise markets and built the company into a vertical growth player in the market.
Previously, Vaishnavi was CEO of Aveksa Inc., a leader in IAM (Identity and Access Management) software and solutions that helped organizations improve their information security, access governance and compliance postures by automating user access lifecycle. Under his leadership, Aveksa grew more than 50% year-over-year, earned a leadership spot in analyst ratings, established a global customer base, ultimately being acquired by EMC Corporation.
Vaishnavi also served as CMO at BladeLogic, a global leader in data center automation. At BladeLogic he repositioned the company and secured multiple consecutive years as the undisputed leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant and Forrester Wave benchmarks. As the marketing leader, he revamped sales processes and go-to-market strategies resulting in an 80% increase in close rates and a 50% increase in average deal size. He was a member of the executive team that prepared the company for one of the most successful technology IPOs of 2007 and resulted in the acquisition by BMC Software for $900 million in 2008. After the acquisition, he assumed the role of CMO of BMC's Enterprise Systems Management Business.
Vaishnavi holds a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, a master's degree in Computer Engineering from University of Massachusetts, and an MBA from Boston University Questrom School of Business. He has also participated in authoring eight software patents and has written thought leadership articles on management, sales and growth strategies in enterprise software.
"We are very excited to welcome Vick onboard and equally as excited to be part of this next stage in the ETQ journey," said Josh Weiss President, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence division. "With ETQ we have a solid anchor and a flagship team to continue our efforts in connecting quality through the value chain of our customers and through our portfolio of quality data capture devices. Finally, we'd like to thank Rob for all his efforts in taking ETQ to such levels and building a team around him who shares the same passion for customers and quality as we do."
Rob Gremley officially handed the baton of ETQ leadership to Vick on January 17 and had this to say at an all-company Town Hall meeting just prior to the transition:
"I've had the great opportunity to serve as CEO of ETQ since 2018 and it has been a privilege and joy for me to lead this company. I couldn't be happier with Vick as the right customer-focused leader for this next phase of ETQ's growth. He embodies the ideal mix of passion, intelligence, experience and empathy to lead ETQ to success in its next chapter."
About ETQ
ETQ, part of Hexagon, is the leading provider of quality, EHS and compliance management software, trusted by the world's strongest brands. More than 600 customers globally, spanning industries such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, heavy industry, food and beverage, and medical devices, rely on ETQ to secure positive brand reputations, enable higher levels of customer loyalty and enhance profitability. ETQ Reliance offers built-in best practices and powerful flexibility to drive business excellence through quality. Only ETQ lets customers configure industry-proven quality processes to their unique needs and business vision. ETQ was founded in 1992 and has main offices in the U.S. and Europe. To learn more about ETQ and its product offerings, visit www.etq.com.
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Rihanna made a grand return to music last Friday, releasing “Lift Me Up,” an original song for the “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” soundtrack that marks her first single as a lead artist in six years.
Co-written by Rihanna, singer-songwriter Tems, composer Ludwig Göransson and director Ryan Coogler, “Lift Me Up” was described in a news release as “a tribute to the extraordinary life and legacy of Chadwick Boseman,” the star of the first Black Panther film, who died of colon cancer two years ago.
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” explores how the fictional East African nation fares after the death of King T’Challa, Boseman’s character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “Lift Me Up” resembles a lullaby, with Rihanna singing soulfully at a low tempo over the dreamy sounds of strings and light strumming. The single was released alongside an instrumental version of the track.
Though she has since collaborated with artists such as Kendrick Lamar, DJ Khaled and N.E.R.D., Rihanna last released solo music in 2016. Her single “Sledgehammer,” released in June of that year to promote the film “Star Trek Beyond,” landed roughly five months after “Anti,” her eighth studio album. The record ended up on numerous lists of the decade’s best music and earned her six Grammy nominations. (She has 33 total nominations to her name, including nine wins for both solo and collaborative work.)
Over the past several years, Rihanna has pivoted her attention to her Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty brands, both of which significantly contributed to Forbes naming her a billionaire last year.
She was worth $1.7 billion at the time, according to the magazine, which described her as the richest female musical artist in the world and the second-wealthiest woman in the entertainment industry after Oprah Winfrey.
So much time passed without Rihanna releasing solo music that even her most loyal fans began to joke that she would never put out her ninth album, deemed “R9.” For her part, Rihanna denied stepping away from the craft; in 2019, she told Vogue that music was “the weird language” that connected her to her fans.
“Me the designer, me the woman who creates makeup and lingerie — it all started with music,” she said in an interview for the magazine’s cover story. “It was my first pen pal-ship to the world. To cut that off is to cut my communication off. All of these other things flourish on top of that foundation.”
Democratic former President Barack Obama on Tuesday warned that "more people are going to get hurt" unless the U.S. political climate changes, after the husband of the Speaker of the House was attacked by a man wielding a hammer.
JERUSALEM — Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was set to return to power in one of the most right-wing coalitions in Israel’s history, causing jitters among Palestinians and Arab neighbors who fear it could ratchet up tensions across the Middle East.
SEOUL — North Korea fired at least 23 missiles into the sea on Wednesday, including one that landed less than 40 miles off South Korea’s coast, which South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol described as “territorial encroachment” and Washington denounced as “reckless.”
Banned accounts will not be allowed back onto Twitter until the social media platform has “a clear process for doing so,” Elon Musk tweeted in the early hours on Wednesday, giving more clarity about the potential return of Twitter’s most famous banned user, former President Donald Trump.
A federal judge on Tuesday issued a temporary restraining order against an Arizona group being sued over voter intimidation, banning members from coming within 75 feet of a ballot drop box, following voters or harassing them.
WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point as it continued to battle the worst outbreak of inflation in 40 years, but signaled future increases in borrowing costs could be made in smaller steps to account for the “cumulative ti…
Actor Andrew Duncan, better known to Johnstown hockey fans as fictional Charlestown Chiefs broadcaster Jim Carr, has died, according to Second City Theater, which announced the news on Monday.
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Third Quarter 2022 Highlights (compared to Third Quarter 2021 unless otherwise noted)
- Net sales of $1.11 billion increased 5%, reflecting growth in our marine and housing markets, partially offset by a 40% reduction in RV OEM shipments
- Gross profit of $236 million increased 14%
- Gross margin of 21.3% increased 170 basis points
- Operating income of $93 million
- Operating margin of 8.3% decreased 50 basis points
- Net income of $59 million increased 2%
- Diluted earnings per share of $2.43 includes a reduction for the impact of the accounting treatment for convertible notes of $0.20 per share
- Operating cash flows of $156 million increased 126%
- Returned $14 million to shareholders in the quarter, including $7 million through common stock purchases
ELKHART, Ind., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK), a leading component solutions provider for the Leisure Lifestyle and Housing markets today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 25, 2022.
Net sales in the third quarter of 2022 increased $52 million, or 5%, to $1.11 billion from $1.06 billion in the third quarter of 2021, demonstrating the benefit of our strategic end market diversification initiatives. The strength in our marine and housing end markets, market share gains, and the contribution of acquisitions completed in 2021 and 2022 more than offset a $110 million decline in RV revenues in the quarter resulting from the planned reduction of production by our RV OEM customers.
Operating income remained stable at $93 million compared to the third quarter of 2021, and the operating margin of 8.3% in the third quarter of 2022 decreased 50 basis points compared to 8.8% in the same period a year ago. The decline in margin was driven principally by fixed cost absorption related to reduced RV OEM production of approximately 40% in the quarter, increased infrastructure investments to support our growth and strategic diversification efforts, continued execution of our IT transformation initiatives, and an increase in amortization of intangible assets from recent acquisitions, partially offset by the continued realization of efficiencies related to automation initiatives.
Net income increased 2% to $59 million, from $57 million in the third quarter of 2021. Diluted earnings per share of $2.43 decreased 1% compared to $2.45 for the third quarter of 2021. Third quarter 2022 diluted earnings per share includes a reduction of $0.20 for the accounting treatment of convertible notes discussed below.
In the first quarter of 2022, the Company adopted a new accounting standard that requires its 1.00% convertible notes due 2023 to be presented on an "if converted" basis in the calculation of diluted earnings per share. As a result of the adoption of this standard, the Company's third quarter 2022 diluted earnings per share was reduced by $0.20. Prior year results do not reflect the adoption of the new accounting standard. The Company does not intend to issue shares in settlement of the 1.00% convertible notes due 2023 that may be converted by their holders.
"We are pleased with our third quarter performance which reflects the resilience of our business and margin profile as a result of our end market diversification and the diligence of our team as we worked with each of our customers in very dynamic market conditions to meet evolving consumer demand," said Andy Nemeth, Chief Executive Officer. "We remain focused on ensuring that our business is scalable to enable us to stay nimble, and our strong balance sheet positions us well to flex our business model and capitalize upon opportunities for additional growth and strategic diversification."
Jeff Rodino, President, said, "Our team continues to effectively and efficiently manage our business as we navigate the current reduction of production levels in our RV end market while supporting the growth in our marine and housing end market revenues. Our RV customers' thoughtful discipline in managing production is helping maintain healthy dealer inventory levels, and continues to position the industry well to manage through a range of potential market conditions."
Third Quarter 2022 Revenue by Market Sector
(compared to Third Quarter 2021 unless otherwise noted)
RV (47% of Revenue)
- Revenue of $524 million decreased 17% while wholesale RV industry unit shipments decreased 40%
- Content per wholesale RV unit (on a trailing twelve-month basis) increased 36% to $5,071
Marine (24% of Revenue)
- Revenue of $271 million increased 57% while estimated wholesale powerboat industry unit shipments increased 5%
- Estimated content per wholesale powerboat unit (on a trailing twelve-month basis) increased 60% to $5,109
Manufactured Housing ("MH") (16% of Revenue)
- Revenue of $175 million increased 30% while estimated wholesale MH industry unit shipments increased 10%
- Estimated content per wholesale MH unit (on a trailing twelve-month basis) increased 21% to $6,023
Industrial (13% of Revenue)
- Revenue of $142 million increased 19% while industry housing starts decreased 7%
Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and Capital Allocation
Cash provided by operations for the third quarter of 2022 of $156 million increased 126% compared to $69 million in the third quarter of 2021, reflecting continued profitability in our end markets and monetization of our working capital. Capital expenditures totaled $19 million in the third quarter of 2022, reflecting continued investments in infrastructure, software, and automation initiatives to better align resources for increased scalability, flexibility and efficiency. Net repayments on our revolving credit facility totaled $140 million in the third quarter of 2022.
In alignment with our capital allocation strategy, we returned approximately $14 million to shareholders in the third quarter of 2022, including $7 million through opportunistic repurchases of approximately 154,400 shares and $7 million of dividends.
Our total debt at the end of the third quarter was approximately $1.36 billion, resulting in a total net leverage ratio of 1.8x (as calculated in accordance with our credit agreement). Available net liquidity, comprised of borrowing availability under our credit facility and cash on hand, was approximately $485 million which is net of a $202.5 million temporary reserve against our $775 million revolving credit facility availability until the settlement of our 1.00% convertible notes due February 2023.
Business Outlook and Summary
"In the third quarter of 2022, our team did an outstanding job of flexing our production capabilities and managing our variable costs in response to a 40% reduction in RV OEM shipments," continued Mr. Nemeth. "The marine and housing markets, which represent 53% of our total revenues, continued to perform well and have runway for channel fill with lower than optimum dealer and field inventory levels despite macro-economic headwinds. We believe our ongoing efforts to grow and diversify our end markets will continue to bear fruit and position the Company to manage effectively through periods of volatility. Our capital investment in automation and innovation will aid our ability to grow market share while also helping to drive a resilient margin profile. The $225 million increase in our revolving credit facility capacity during the third quarter of 2022, our balanced capital structure, and improving cash flow provide a solid liquidity foundation and support our goal of delivering long-term value for our shareholders, team members, customers, partners, and communities."
Conference Call Webcast
As previously announced, Patrick Industries will host an online webcast of its third quarter 2022 earnings conference call that can be accessed on the Company's website, www.patrickind.com, under "For Investors," on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. In addition, a supplemental earnings presentation can be accessed on the Company's website, www.patrickind.com under "For Investors."
About Patrick Industries, Inc.
Patrick Industries (NASDAQ: PATK) is a leading component solutions provider for the RV, marine, manufactured housing and various industrial markets – including single and multi-family housing, hospitality, institutional and commercial markets. Founded in 1959, Patrick is based in Elkhart, Indiana, with over 12,000 employees across the United States.
Use of Financial Metrics
In addition to reporting financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP, the Company also provides financial metrics, such as net leverage ratio, content per unit, net debt and available liquidity, which we believe are important measures of the Company's business performance. These metrics should not be considered alternatives to U.S. GAAP. Our computations of net leverage ratio, content per unit, net debt and available liquidity may differ from similarly titled measures used by others. We calculate net debt by subtracting cash and cash equivalents from the gross value of debt outstanding. RV wholesale unit shipments are provided by the RV Industry Association. Marine wholesale unit shipments are provided by the National Marine Manufacturers Association. MH wholesale unit shipments are provided by the Manufactured Housing Institute. Housing starts are provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. You should not consider these metrics in isolation or as substitutes for an analysis of our results as reported under U.S. GAAP.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain statements related to future results, our intentions, beliefs and expectations or predictions for the future, which are forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from either historical or anticipated results depending on a variety of factors. Potential factors that could impact results include: the impact of the continuing financial and operational uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including its impact on the overall economy, our sales, customers, operations, team members, suppliers, and the countries where we have operations or from which we source products and raw materials, such as China; the effects of external economic factors, including adverse developments in world financial markets, disruptions related to tariffs and other trade issues, and global supply chain interruptions, including as a result of the current war in Ukraine; adverse economic and business conditions, including cyclicality and seasonality in the industries we sell our products; the effects of interest rate changes and other monetary and market fluctuations; the deterioration of the financial condition of our customers or suppliers; the ability to adjust our production schedules up or down quickly in response to rapid changes in demand; the loss of a significant customer; changes in consumer preferences; pricing pressures due to competition; conditions in the credit market limiting the ability of consumers and wholesale customers to obtain retail and wholesale financing for RVs, manufactured homes, and marine products; the imposition of restrictions and taxes on imports of raw materials and components used in our products; information technology performance and security to include our ability to deter cyber attacks or other information security incidents; any increased cost or limited availability of certain raw materials; the impact of governmental and environmental regulations, and our inability to comply with them; our level of indebtedness; the ability to remain in compliance with our credit agreement covenants; the availability and costs of labor and production facilities and the impact of labor shortages; inventory levels of retailers and manufacturers; the ability to manage working capital to include inventory and inventory obsolescence; the ability to generate cash flow or obtain financing to fund growth; future growth rates in the Company's core businesses; realization and impact of efficiency improvements and cost reductions; the successful integration of acquisitions and other growth initiatives; increases in interest rates and oil and gasoline prices; the ability to retain key executive and management personnel; the disruption of business resulting from natural disasters or other unforeseen events, and adverse weather conditions impacting retail sales.
There can be no assurance that any forward-looking statement will be realized or that actual results will not be significantly different from that set forth in such forward-looking statement. Information about certain risks that could affect our business and cause actual results to differ from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements are contained in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and in the Company's Forms 10-Q for subsequent quarterly periods, which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of this press release, and we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date on which it is made.
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SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Peel Therapeutics, an evolutionary-inspired, clinical-stage biotech company, announced recent company updates to support its drug development programs in cancer and inflammation. The company recently secured $9M in funding, bringing its total seed financing to $36M. The company also expanded its Board of Directors to support and guide the company through this rapid growth stage.
"Peel Therapeutics made meaningful strides over the past year – including initiating a Phase 1 clinical trial in advanced solid tumors to evaluate PEEL-224 – our small molecule that targets topoisomerase 1 activity and has been engineered to avoid chemoresistance. We are pleased to capitalize on these efforts, to serve those with cancer and inflammation," said Joshua Schiffman, M.D., CEO and Co-founder of Peel Therapeutics. "As we advance Peel's therapeutic pipeline to treat a spectrum of devastating conditions, we apply the team's scientific and medical expertise to rapidly translate evolutionary biology into treatments."
New Financing Secured
Peel Therapeutics has raised a total of $36M in seed financing, plus over $3M in non-dilutive capital including National Institutes of Health Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer funding. Most recently, the company closed a $9M SAFE financing round which will be used to advance clinical and pre-clinical programs.
Board of Directors Expanded
Ryan Watts, CEO, Denali Therapeutics and Carin Canale-Theakston, CEO, Evoke Canale joined the Peel Therapeutics Board of Directors, comprised of experts in medicine, science, technology, and business.
Ryan Watts is CEO and Co-founder of Denali Therapeutics. Under his leadership, Denali has advanced multiple therapeutic candidates into clinical testing for Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Watts has led efforts to raise significant capital to advance Denali's pipeline and has been instrumental in forging partnerships to accelerate the discovery and development of medicines for neurodegeneration.
"I am excited to be a part of Peel Therapeutics and their ground-breaking approach to engineer molecules in nature into drugs with significant impact for patients with cancer and inflammation." Watts says, "Joining as a Director is an opportunity to participate in Peel's next stage of growth."
Carin Canale-Theakston is a life science executive with more than 25 years of experience helping companies navigate business and communications. She has shaped strategies for more than 500 life science companies and has experience with companies of all sizes and stages, ranging from emerging biopharma startups and venture capital firms, to major diagnostic companies, to several of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies.
Canale-Theakston comments, "Peel has impressed me with its meaningful nonclinical data coupled with their passion for helping patients, I am eager to work with the Peel team to help advance evolution-inspired drugs to the clinic."
About Peel Therapeutics
Peel Therapeutics is an evolutionary-inspired, clinical-stage biotech company that engineers nature better than evolution intended. Our team searches for nature's super abilities where evolutionary biology accomplished the inconceivable in preventing or defeating disease. We then apply multidisciplinary scientific and drug development expertise to rapidly translate this evolutionary biology into medicines. The company is advancing a therapeutic pipeline to treat a spectrum of devastating conditions, with a near-term focus on cancer and inflammation. At Peel Therapeutics, we push the limits of biology to develop highly effective and safe medicines for patients that transcend the incremental. "Peel" is the Hebrew word for elephant, our company originates from the natural cancer resistance found in elephants.
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A group of parents lobbying for legislative action to address concerns over the Maryland 529 college savings agency have turned to a former employee to understand how they lost thousands of dollars they planned to use for their children’s higher education.
Spencer Fell, 52, who said he worked at Maryland 529 from June 2005 to July 2021 as a customer service representative and later as a supervisor in that area, spoke Friday morning to The Baltimore Sun ahead of his appearance at an afternoon news conference call organized by parents with Maryland 529 accounts.
Maryland 529 is an independent state agency that allows people to invest money for educational purposes and withdraw it tax-free. It came under public scrutiny this winter after parents said the organization cut off access to their Maryland Prepaid College Trust accounts and barred them from accruing interest, leading to shortfalls of tens of thousands of dollars.
The agency blamed the issue on a calculation error discovered during a transition to a new company to manage the program in late 2021.
Parents dispute that, saying the Maryland 529 board reneged on a contract clause entitling prepaid trust account holders to a higher compounded monthly interest rate.
Executive Director Anthony Savia said the problem may affect all 28,000 prepaid trust accounts, including 4,000 people currently accessing benefits to pay their children’s tuition.
Maryland 529 oversees two college savings programs: the prepaid trust and the Maryland College Investment Plan. The prepaid trust allows parents to purchasing semester credits, locking in tuition prices from the time they open an account; the state pays the difference in tuition inflation.
The investment plan operates like a 401(k). It’s managed by an outside investment firm and has not reported any problems.
Parents held their news conference with Fell, who said he came forward to shed light as a former employee on the agency’s decision to recalculate account earnings, something he said he warned his superiors — when he left the agency — would come with negative consequences.
“I feel the agency has lost sight of its mission statement,” he said.
Fell said that when he first joined the agency, he was instructed to assure customers that they were entitled to 100% of their account earnings if they held accounts for three years or more and wanted to switch investment programs.
“I was always instructed that the disclosure statement was our bible and I was told never to deviate from that,” he said.
That changed in early 2020, Fell said, when the organization said it would transition to the new program manager and that, going forward, account holders who wanted to switch their investments to a different program would no longer receive all of their earnings because of a new formula.
Fell said he pointed out to his supervisor, the director of finance, that legacy account holders had not consented to having their investment contracts altered retroactively, but was told the agency “legally [had] the right to change the terms [of the contract] anytime we want.”
Maryland 529 published a statement Thursday saying parents were given incorrectly inflated account statements in 2021 as a result of the botched program transition, and that it is working to review account holders’ complaints.
The Evening Sun
Savia, through a spokesperson, declined to confirm the details of Fell’s employment with the agency, though state salary records show he worked there, and declined to comment on his statements because Maryland 529 was not invited to the media call.
“As stated in the Maryland 529 board update to account holders, the agency’s focus is on completing the manual reviews of accounts for those account holders who have requested them and on finalizing the reprogramming for the automated recordkeeping system,” Savia said in a statement. “I encourage account holders who have questions to complete a request for account support through the Maryland 529 website.”
Fell said that while he resigned in July 2021, he had been told his position and seven others would be terminated when the contract with the new program manager began.
The accounts issue has sparked General Assembly hearings and prompted lawmakers to introduce this week House Bill 1290 and the identical Senate Bill 959. The legislation would wind down the prepaid trust program, abolish the Maryland 529 board and move the agency under the control of State Treasurer Dereck Davis, a Democrat.
More than 700 parents have organized via social media and testified at General Assembly hearings, agitating to recoup their lost earnings.
Fell said he hoped the legislature would solve the question of who would be eligible for repayment, and how much money they would receive if Davis eventually phases out the trust program.
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COX, Shirley J.
Shirley J. Cox, 86, of Monroe, died on June 30, 2022, at Ohio Living, Mt. Pleasant. She was born on February 22, 1936, in Middletown, OH. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Shirley is survived by her husband, Clarence "Ron" Cox; children, Jay (Kelly) Cox of Canton, MI, Donna (Mike) Gomia of Middletown, OH, and Charma (Danny) Rader of Cincinnati, OH; grandchildren: Jami (Brandon Murphy) Pack, Michelle Feist, Zach Cox, Chris Feist, Matt (Sharon) Cox and Stephanie Cox; great-grandchildren: Mia, Ethan and Madeline; brother, Jerry (Joan) Craft; sister, Melody Dunn; brother-in-law, Steve Cox. She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Van Buskirk and father, Ishmael Craft. Funeral Service will be Friday, July 8, 2022, at 1:00pm at Woodside Cemetery Chapel, 1401 Woodside Blvd., Middletown, OH 45044 with Dr. Dan Flory officiating.Entombment will be at Woodside Cemetery and Arboretum. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Middletown, 4418 Lewis St., Suite B, Middletown, OH 45044. Please sign the guestbook at
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LONDON — U.S. President Joe Biden, in London for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, said Sunday his heart went out to the royal family, adding the queen's death left a "giant hole."
"It's a loss that leaves a giant hole and sometimes you think you'll never overcome it," said Biden, who often talks in very personal terms about loss following the death of his first wife and young daughter and later, his adult son.
The president and first lady Jill Biden have kept a low profile since landing in the United Kingdom. They traveled to Westminster Hall to pay their respects along with hundreds of thousands of mourners who waited more than 14 hours to walk past the queen's casket.
Biden and the first lady then went to Lancaster House to sign the condolence book before heading to Buckingham Palace for a reception hosted by King Charles III.
The president spoke briefly after he signed the condolence book. "As I've told the king, she's going to be with him every step of the way," Biden said. "You were fortunate to have had her for 70 years. We all were."
He said her reign was about "treating people with dignity."
"I talk about how my mother and father thought that everyone, no matter who they were … no matter where they're from, deserved to be treated with dignity," the president said. "And that's exactly what she communicated. Just the way she walked by her staff, just the way that she acted."
Biden wrote in the book that "Queen Elizabeth was admired around the world for her unwavering commitment to service."
The first lady signed a condolence book for spouses and ambassadors, writing "Queen Elizabeth lived her life for the people. She served with wisdom and grace. We will never forget her warmth, kindness and the conversations we shared."
The president also said Elizabeth modeled a sense of service.
"There's something within our capacity to do that can make things, not just the world better, but your neighborhood better, your household better, your workplace better," he said. "That's what she communicated to me anyway. It was an honor to meet her, an honor to meet her."
The president will return to the U.S. on Monday and head to New York for the U.N. General Assembly, where he's to gather with Prime Minister Liz Truss, who had just taken over as the queen died.
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YMCA breaks ground on veterans housing project in downtown Salem
The Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties broke ground Wednesday morning on its $9 million veterans housing project.
A 34-unit apartment complex called Courtney Place will be built on the corner of Cottage and Court streets NE, across the street from the new Withnell Family YMCA.
The facility will serve veterans who need an affordable option for permanent housing and is named in honor of Sen. Peter Courtney, who led the effort to secure $7 million in funding from the Oregon Legislature during the 2019 and 2021 sessions.
Courtney and other dignitaries grabbed their hardhats and shovels before a ceremony nearby to pose for the obligatory groundbreaking photo at the gravel site.
Later, during a ceremony on the plaza of the nearby Oregon World War II Memorial, Courtney revealed it was only a week ago that he was in intensive care at Salem Health hospital after collapsing at his home.
"There's no way I wasn't going to be here," he told the crowd of about 100 people, sharing how he lived in YMCA housing for two years when he first came to Salem.
The preceding speakers credited Courtney for making this day possible. They noted his passion and tenacity led to the bulk of funding for the project.
U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden worked to complete the needed funding by securing $2 million in federal assistance.
The four-story apartment complex will have one- and two-bedroom units and will serve Salem veterans who can demonstrate an income equal or lower than 60% of the area median income.
Rosia Macias, a Marine veteran and YMCA board member, has seen firsthand the challenges veterans face. She is the veterans' outreach coordinator for the Salem Veterans Center.
"We currently have 20,000 veterans in Marion and Polk county, and a high percentage of those veterans live under the federal poverty line," Macias said. "We have 92 homeless veterans and another 61 who are experiencing housing instability."
The Y's Courtney Place will partner with the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency's ARCHES program to provide on-site social service resources for residing veterans, such as mental health support and life skills training.
The process for identifying and referring veterans for the apartments has yet to be finalized, according to Sara Webb of ARCHES. There is not waiting list, at least not yet.
"We know it will fill instantly," YMCA CEO Tim Sinatra said.
All residents will have free access to the Y programs and services.
The Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs is not directly involved in the project, other than acting as a pass-through agency for the state funds.
Courtney was adamant when involved with planning for the new YMCA that housing be a part of the project. The Y was his first home in Salem.
He said he's proud of the decision to focus this housing project on veterans near the WWII Memorial on the grounds of the Oregon State Capitol.
"I wanted to be here for this because this is special," Courtney said. "It's a special place for special people, and it's put in a special place. I'm proud of that. I hope you’re proud of that, too.
"I hope that you feel as an Oregonian you can brag that we care so much for these men and women that we put a veterans' home right next to the people's house."
At the end of the ceremony, the YMCA presented Courtney with a brick from the old Y housing building. An official from Key Bank also presented the YMCA a check for $75,000 for the project.
The real groundbreaking begins June 22 and estimated construction time is 13 months, according to project superintendent Grant Dixon with Beaudin Construction.
"I like the whole meaning behind this build and who it's for," Dixon said. "I have a lot of veterans in my family."
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ELMAU, Germany (AP) — President Joe Biden and his Group of Seven allies will huddle Sunday on strategies to secure energy supplies and tackle inflation, aiming to keep the fallout from Russia's invasion of Ukraine from splintering the global coalition working to punish Moscow.
Biden arrived in Germany's picturesque Bavarian alps early Sunday morning for the annual meeting of the leading democratic economies, where the reverberations from the brutal war in Ukraine will be front and center in the discussion. He and the allies aim to present a united front in support of Ukraine as the conflict enters its fourth month.
Biden will open his visit with a bilateral meeting with the summit's host, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, before spending the afternoon in both formal and informal settings with the leaders of Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the European Union.
John Kirby, spokesman for the White House National Security Council, said the summit will address problems such as inflation and other “challenges in the global economy as a result of Mr. Putin’s war — but also how to continue to hold Mr. Putin accountable” and subject to “constant consequences.”
“There will be some muscle movements,” Kirby said from Air Force One as Biden flew to Germany. He declined to preview any announcements before the leaders met.
Among the issues to be discussed are price caps on energy, meant to limit Russian oil and gas profits that Moscow can put to use in its war effort. The idea has been championed by U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
A senior German official, speaking on condition of anonymity in line with department rules, said the U.S. idea of price caps was being discussed intensely, in terms of how it would work exactly and how it would fit with the U.S., EU, British, Canadian and Japanese sanctions regimes.
Officials were also to discuss how to maintain commitments to address climate change while also solving critical energy supply needs as a result of the war.
“There’s no watering down of climate commitments,” Kirby said.
Biden is also set to formally launch on Sunday a global infrastructure partnership meant to counter China’s influence in the developing world, which he had named “Build Back Better World” and introduced at last year's G-7 summit. Kirby said Biden and other leaders would announce the first projects to benefit from what the U.S. sees as an “alternative to infrastructure models that sell debt traps to low- and middle-income partner countries, and advance U.S. economic competitiveness and our national security.”
After Germany, Biden will travel to Madrid on Tuesday to meet with the leaders of the 30 members of NATO to align strategy on the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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PODGORICA, Montenegro (AP) — Montenegro’s lawmakers on Monday elected all but one of the judges of the country’s top court, ending a stalemate that has threatened to halt the Balkan nation’s European Union membership bid.
Montenegro’s Constitutional Court has been blocked for months with main political players failing to agree on new members. The court has seven judges but four places have been vacant since September.
EU officials have warned Montenegro that it must allow for the normal functioning of the Constitutional Court if it wants continue on its path to join the EU. The court is crucial for the rule of law and as the country holds an important presidential election next month.
Lawmakers on Monday approved three out of four judges but failed to agree on the fourth candidate. The vote still means that the court is formally unblocked despite lacking one member. A new vote to elect the fourth judge is expected within weeks.
“Good news from Montenegro today! ” tweeted Vladimir Bilcik, the European Parliament member dealing with the region. “I hope a fourth judge can be elected soon. The culture of dialogue and compromise across party lines is the only way forward for progress on the EU path.”
Montenegro has been locked in a political crisis for months after its government fell in a no-confidence vote and main political players couldn’t agree on whether to call an early election or try to form a new government.
The presidential vote on March 19 is expected to reflect the divisions among pro-Western, and pro-Serbia and pro-Russia voters, in the Balkan nation of around 620,000 people. Long-serving pro-Western incumbent Milo Djukanovic is running for another term in office.
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BOSTON, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund (NYSE: HTD) (the "Fund"), a closed-end fund managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC and subadvised by Manulife Investment Management (US) LLC, announced today sources of its monthly distribution of $0.1380 per share paid to all shareholders of record as of October 13, 2022, pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan. This press release is issued as required by an exemptive order granted to the Fund by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Notification of Sources of Distribution
This notice provides shareholders of the John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund (NYSE: HTD) with important information concerning the distribution declared on October 3, 2022, and payable on October 31, 2022. No action is required on your part.
The following table sets forth the estimated sources of the current distribution, payable October 31, 2022, and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income; net realized short term capital gains; net realized long term capital gains; and return of capital or other capital source. All amounts are expressed on a per common share basis and as a percentage of the distribution amount.
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's managed distribution plan.
The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with "yield" or "income."
The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this Notice are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.
The Fund has declared the October 2022 distribution pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan (the "Plan"). Under the Plan, the Fund makes fixed monthly distributions in the amount of $0.1380 per share, which will continue to be paid monthly until further notice.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact your financial professional or call the John Hancock Investment Management Closed-End Fund Information Line at 1-800-843-0090, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Eastern Time.
Effective October 1, 2021, copies of all notices informing shareholders of distributions made by the fund in excess of accumulated net investment income will be posted on John Hancock Investment Management's public website (jhinvestments.com) and on the Legal Notice System (LENS), a service offering of the Depository Trust Company (DTC) accessible by broker-dealer firms. To the extent required, notice may also be provided via press release. John Hancock Investment Management will continue to distribute paper copies of these notices by mail until March 30, 2022, after which date the notices will be delivered exclusively via the methods described above.
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About Manulife Investment Management
Manulife Investment Management is the global brand for the global wealth and asset management segment of Manulife Financial Corporation. We draw on more than a century of financial stewardship and the full resources of our parent company to serve individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. Headquartered in Toronto, our leading capabilities in public and private markets are strengthened by an investment footprint that spans 18 geographies. We complement these capabilities by providing access to a network of unaffiliated asset managers from around the world. We're committed to investing responsibly across our businesses. We develop innovative global frameworks for sustainable investing, collaboratively engage with companies in our securities portfolios, and maintain a high standard of stewardship where we own and operate assets, and we believe in supporting financial well-being through our workplace retirement plans. Today, plan sponsors around the world rely on our retirement plan administration and investment expertise to help their employees plan for, save for, and live a better retirement. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulife.com.
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Richard III is one of Shakespeare's greatest roles. The villainous monarch has been played by actors from Laurence Olivier to Ian McKellen to Mark Rylance. This summer, it's being played with a twist. Danai Gurira, best known for her roles in Marvel films like Black Panther and television's The Walking Dead, is playing King Richard onstage.
Gurira is a classically trained actress, but when New York's Public Theater asked if she'd like to play Richard III this summer in Central Park, she was surprised.
"I remember just laughing and finding it really thrilling and scary," said Gurira. "And it felt right, but it was nothing I would ever have thought of myself."
Gurira took her two months to say yes to the part, but once she started preparing, she got excited. She said that it was interesting to explore "toxic masculinity" as a perpetrator instead of an object - and that the role brought up a lot of questions.
"Is there a different experience the audience has when they hear misogyny come through a female body? Does it highlight it more? Does it sharpen it in terms of how grotesque it is? And I hope it does," she said.
Women cast as male characters in Shakespeare have been around for a long time – Sarah Bernhardt famously played Hamlet in 1899. But more recently, Fiona Shaw played Richard II, Glenda Jackson played King Lear and Ruth Negga played Hamlet.
The character of Richard III famously talks about his physical disabilities, and there's a theatrical history of people showing that in a physical way.
"People put a hump on their back or people strap their arms down or slide their foot across the stage," said director Robert O'Hara.
But that doesn't happen here.
"Richard's otherness is his Blackness in this world," said O'Hara.
Gurira added, "he's dealing with the otherness compared to his family, in terms of not being Caucasian and fair like them." The word fair, she said, is used a lot in the play.
Though Gurira plays Richard without any outward disabilities, the idea of disability sparked a thought in O'Hara's mind. He wanted to open up the conversation.
"If we're going to talk about disabled actors, then why don't we open up the entire play?," he asked. "Any actor can play any of these parts."
So O'Hara populated his stage with a diverse group of actors: Ali Stroker plays Queen Anne in a wheelchair, deaf actress Monique Holt plays the Dutchess of York and uses sign language, and Greg Mozgala, who plays both Edward IV and Henry VII, has cerebral palsy.
A dictator and a despot
Richard is brutal in his political ambition – he kills or orders the execution of anyone in his way. In preparing for the role, Gurira studied the history of dictators and despots. She's long been fascinated by actual and wannabe dictators. Her play Eclipsed was set Liberia's civil war when a group tried to depose dictator Charles Taylor. And so she prepared by reading The Dictator's Handbook, which she found invaluable.
"A despot's desire and goal is really to retain power for as long as possible," Gurira says. "It's what was going on in the 1400s and it's what's going on today."
And, of course, Gurira immersed herself in Shakespeare's language. Richard develops an intimate relationship with the audience through his frequent soliloquies, where he baldly confesses all the murder and mayhem he's planning.
"It becomes a really fascinating exploration because it really is saying, 'you're coming with me and guess what? You're kind of complicit because you're having a good time, aren't you?'" Gurira said. "And I think that does reflect on, How do these guys even get into power? Like somebody says, 'Okay.' A lot of people say, 'Okay.'"
But not everyone says okay to Richard. The female characters, like Queen Margaret, consistently call him out on his misdeeds.
"When you have the women essentially speaking to another woman who is playing a man, there's something quite interesting," O'Hara said, "because when you see the relief of all the men standing around doing absolutely nothing but enabling this person, it becomes sort of shockingly realistic in today's world."
Ultimately, Richard's downfall comes swiftly, because, for all his ambition, he's unequipped to govern and is left without any allies – he's either killed them, or they've abandoned him.
O'Hara said it's been fun to see a charismatic actress like Gurira play the villain onstage. "It is not just the domain of sort of white cis men to play kings and queens, right?" he said. "And I think when you put that body on stage, it changes the chemistry of the story. What makes Shakespeare a classic is that it still works, no matter who's in the space. And that you can sort of stretch it and pull it. And it's still Richard III. And that's what we're excited for people to see."
Richard III is free and will be playing in Central Park through July 17th.
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Using a new model for projecting the number of people with Type 1 diabetes worldwide, members of an international team of researchers estimate up to 17.4 million cases by 2040, double the number of people known to have the disease today.
Tracking has improved in recent years, but Type 1 diabetes is underrepresented. In addition, because many countries don’t collect Type 1 diabetes data, the numbers have historically skewed toward North America and Europe.
To counter the spotty numbers, the researchers created a model that used the available data to predict Type 1 diabetes worldwide.
The estimates counter some myths about the disease, which was once called juvenile diabetes because its onset often occurs during childhood. Yet the majority of people diagnosed with the disease are between ages 20 and 59, and more adults than children are diagnosed each year.
Children, however, are more at risk for death from the disease, especially in low-income countries. A 10-year-old who develops Type 1 diabetes in a low-income country has an average remaining life expectancy of just 13 years vs. 61 years in high-income countries, the researchers write.
About 175,000 people worldwide died because of Type 1 diabetes in 2021, they believe, and 63 to 70 percent of the deaths in those under age 25 occurred because the disease wasn’t diagnosed.
Better data could help that diagnosis rate rise, the researchers say.
“There is an opportunity to save millions of lives in the coming decades,” said Graham Ogle, a University of Sydney Medical School researcher and one of the study’s co-authors, in a news release. The numbers are a warning, he said, that without solutions — such as universal insulin access, a better standard of care and awareness of the symptoms of Type 1 diabetes — the team’s projection will become a reality. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2022/10/03/diabetes-type-one-surge/ | 2022-10-03 12:01:33 | 0 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2022/10/03/diabetes-type-one-surge/ |
New Features Help Replace Costly and Ineffective Knowledge-Based Authentication Tools
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Point Predictive Inc., the San Diego-based company that provides artificial intelligence solutions, today announced BorrowerCheck™ 2.0, a solution designed to identify prospective borrowers with identity, income, or employment-related risks. The solution's new features introduce a consumer-friendly way to validate a borrower's identity, income, and employment in a single report, along with phone-based authentication to confirm a borrower's identity. This solution helps lenders replace knowledge-based authentication (KBA) tools that use questions generated from a wide range of public information that can be accessed by fraudsters and that legitimate consumers have a hard time answering. Data reveals that up to 92% of fraudsters can successfully pass knowledge tests compared to 46% of legitimate customers.
BorrowerCheck 2.0 revolutionizes the way the industry will manage risk by combining identity, employer, and income validation and compliance risk requiring only a few fields of data in a single request via a real-time API or user-friendly, web-based interface. This groundbreaking advancement allows companies to look beyond standard identity indicators available through public records to rich new signals on identity, income, and employment fraud. The solution has also been enhanced to automate the mandatory Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) check required by federal regulations and provide a comprehensive red-flag report that reveals disparities in self-reported data.
When additional scrutiny is warranted, the solution provides suggestions for alternative ways to validate a consumer's reported information. One of those ways is through phone-based authentication rather than relying on onerous and ineffective knowledge-based authentication surveys. Using phone-based authentication, BorrowerCheck enables lenders and automotive dealers to validate a borrower's identity in seconds by providing consumers with a one-time passcode on their mobile devices. This significantly reduces the friction consumers experience attempting to complete KBA quizzes and lessens the time it takes to verify the consumer's identity while limiting the likelihood of fraud.
"Helping companies minimize risks while enabling truthful borrowers to get funded faster and with less friction is our top priority," said Tim Grace, CEO of Point Predictive. "Traditional identity solutions rely primarily on public record data and those sources have no visibility into employment fabrication or income manipulation. With BorrowerCheck, companies now can not only tap into public record data but our proprietary risk data which contains information on more than 17 million employers and 147 million reported incomes. We're solving risk by filling in those blind spots for lenders that existing solutions don't cover. This is a game changer in identity validation since it's a much easier approach for credit providers as well as their consumers."
BorrowerCheck customers can expect to reduce the cost of validating consumer identity, income, and employer data and improve the lending process for consumers. Using a simple set of data such as the consumer's full name, street address, phone number, date of birth, and social security number, lenders and dealers can access a comprehensive red flag check validating a borrower's identity, income, and employer in a single report.
BorrowerCheck is powered by the proprietary Point Predictive data consortium that includes more than 20 billion unique consumer risk attributes derived from more than 120 million consumer credit applications. This unique data source enables BorrowerCheck to accurately identify inconsistencies related to identity, income, and employment, key indicators of fraud and misrepresentation that can lead to early payment default.
Point Predictive invites lenders and automotive dealers who wish to learn more about BorrowerCheck to visit https://pointpredictive.com/ or contact info@pointpredictive.com.
Point Predictive powers a new level of lending confidence and speed through the unique combination of artificial intelligence, a powerful data consortium, and decades of risk management expertise. The company's data and technology solutions quickly and accurately identify who is reporting truthfully on their loan applications and who is not. As a result, lenders are now able to fund loans easily without asking the vast majority of applicants for onerous documentation such as paycheck stubs, utility bills, or bank statements. This improves funding rates by 40-50% while reducing overall early payment default losses by more than 30%. Borrowers get loans faster and we significantly boost profits to a lender's bottom line. Located in San Diego, California, more information about Point Predictive can be found at www.pointpredictive.com.
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Stakeholders Advocate for Better Access to Migraine and Headache Treatments, Headache Medicine Training, and Equal Access to Healthcare for the BIPOC Community
Educational Events & Advocacy Activities Are Planned Throughout June
SAN RAFAEL, Calif., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month (MHAM), an opportunity to raise awareness about migraine and other headache diseases. Migraine impacts over forty million people in the United States, one billion worldwide, and is recognized as the #2 global cause of years lived with disability. Currently, about 16 million people with migraine in the U.S. are undiagnosed. Approximately 400,000 Americans experience cluster headaches, recognized as one of the most painful diseases a person can have.
This year, MHAM is focused on advocating for better access to treatments, headache medicine training for healthcare providers, and equal access to healthcare for the BIPOC community. Additionally, MHAM is pleased to announce an extensive lineup of advocacy programs during June to help educate the public about this disease, including patient stories, dozens of live and virtual advocacy events, and seven observance days.
The Coalition for Headache and Migraine Patients (CHAMP), recently launched a national radio PSA campaign to educate the public about migraine. The PSA includes two recorded messages by real migraine patients explaining that migraine is not "just a headache." The national radio PSA is airing now through June, 2022.
"Advocating for access has never been more important, as patients are often denied new acute therapies and preventatives as evidenced by the National Headache Foundation's recent statement on Access to Care," explained Thomas Dabertin, Executive Director and CEO of the National Headache Foundation. "MHAM allows us to expand the dialogue on treatment for the 40 million American adults who are impacted by migraine."
Advocating for Access
Throughout MHAM 2022 we are focusing on the advocacy work underway to remove barriers to therapies and care to alleviate symptoms, eliminate the stigma surrounding headache diseases, and ensure marginalized communities have the tools to manage migraine and headache disease, cluster headaches, and other conditions.
The migraine and headache community is advocating for better access to headache medicine training for healthcare providers. Astonishingly, many doctors only receive less than four hours of headache medicine training and there are currently fewer than 1,000 certified headache specialists in the United States. There is an urgent need for more healthcare providers to gain headache medicine training to help treat the millions of Americans with headache diseases. CHAMP recently launched HeadED, a curated resource of many headache medicine training options for doctors, physicians, and nurses.
Another top priority for the migraine and headache community is advocating for equal access to healthcare for the BIPOC community. The Disparities in Headache Advisory Council (DiHAC) offers its members cross-cultural competency training, guest presentations, and micro-grants for initiatives that are working to diversify the engaged headache patient community and reduce health disparities in headache medicine. A Disparities in Headache issue brief was published that highlights the work of DiHAC.
The Headache and Migraine Policy Forum (HMPF), a CHAMP participant, is working to advance public policies and practices that promote accelerated innovation and improved access to treatments for people living with headache disorders and migraine disease. This year, HMPF and their partners are advocating for neuromodulation devices to be included as a covered benefit in health plans and addressing onerous protocols that prevent patients from accessing treatments to improve headache and migraine patients' quality of life.
Advocacy Events, Blogs, and Observance Days
A full line up of advocacy events will be taking place throughout June, along with an informative blog program, and the recognition of seven observance days. Each observance day represents an important topic being addressed within the migraine and headache community. To learn more about MHAM's observance days and the sponsoring organizations, please visit the MHAM website.
"Migraine and headache diseases are invisible, but our community includes millions of Americans that are standing up, fighting stigma, and demanding to be seen, treated effectively, and respected," explained Meghan Buzby, Executive Director of CHAMP. "National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month is an important time of the year to raise the visibility of all headache diseases and advocate for better access for patients and healthcare providers."
About CHAMP
The Coalition for Headache and Migraine Patients (CHAMP) is a non-profit that provides support to people with headache, migraine, and cluster diseases who are often stigmatized and under-served. CHAMP brings together 20 organizations and opinion leaders in this disease area to enhance communication, coordination, and collaboration to more effectively help people wherever they are on their patient journey. Please visit: https://headachemigraine.org/
About National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
MHAM is a disease awareness month that plays a vital role in raising public knowledge, addressing stigma, and building a stronger community of patient advocates. Every June MHAM dedicates the entire month to spreading awareness and education through various campaigns and initiatives observed throughout the United States. To learn more please visit: https://www.migraineheadacheawarenessmonth.org/
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Christina Daigneault
CHAMP, Communications Director
Media@headachemigraine.org
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The brand will welcome financial losses to ensure consumers can continue to enjoy their products
MIAMI, Feb. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It's a 10 Haircare, the go-to professional and consumer indie haircare brand is pleased to announce a price freeze on all products effective immediately. This signifies the cost of their offerings will remain the same at all official retailers including, Sally Beauty, ULTA and ItsA10Haircare.com. This comes at a time where many other brands have been forced to increase the price of their goods and services thanks to record-breaking inflation rates and supply-chain issues.
After reflecting on the financial challenges consumers have been experiencing this past year, It's a 10 Haircare has decided to pause all price increase plans they had originally set to put forth effective at the start of 2023.
To make this decision possible, the brand worked tirelessly with their supply chain vendors to find solutions to keep production costs down while not changing anything about the formulations. In the areas where this wasn't possible, the brand will be electing to absorb millions of dollars in losses, but they hope this large gesture will show their loyalty to their fanbase as well as help attract new fans.
"While we originally were planning to initiate a price increase to keep up with our own growing expenses, we took a step back and thought about what it would mean for the average shopper. We realized we couldn't let them take on this burden," said Carolyn Aronson, CEO & Founder of It's a 10 Haircare. She continued "We want this to show our loyalists that we appreciate their business and will do anything possible to protect them, and in this case, that means protecting their wallets."
It's 10 Haircare can be found at stellar prices at ItsA10Haircare.com, at ULTA and ULTA.com, Sally Beauty and SallyBeauty.com, as well as salons across the nation. For more updates, please visit ItsA10Haircare.com or visit their Instagram, @itsa10haircare.
About It's a 10 Haircare:
It's a 10 Haircare is an established, professional haircare line offering exceptional multipurpose products via salons and beauty supply stores worldwide. As one of the only female-owned professional hair care brands in the world, It's a 10 Haircare is dedicated to providing customers with the best hair experience possible. It's a 10 Haircare's collections include exceptional 10-in-1 multi-purpose products perfected and simplified to one unique lineup, providing solutions to all possible hair care needs.
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Doug Emhoff, the husband of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, met with former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Friday to discuss ways to combat online hate and extremism.
Emhoff was in Auckland to lead a delegation to the FIFA Women’s World Cup and meet with officials. He told a meeting of the Christchurch Call the world was witnessing a “global epidemic of hate.”
Emhoff, who is Jewish, said he was “working against this scourge of anti-Semitism and this epidemic of hate in general. So this work is very, very personal to me.”
“But my work is not just about Jews. It’s about all of us. It’s about combating hate in all of its forms,” he said.
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The group is named after the New Zealand city where a gunman in 2019 shot and killed 51 Muslim worshippers at two mosques while streaming his attack online.
Ardern thanked Emhoff for his work and for sharing in the “joyous occasion" of the World Cup. She launched the Christchurch Call with French President Emmanuel Macron two months after the Christchurch attack. After stepping down as leader earlier this year, she was appointed special envoy for the Christchurch Call, declining to take any pay for the role.
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The Central Asian nation of Kyrgyzstan on Sunday unilaterally cancelled joint military drills between the six nations comprising the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), less than a day before they were due to start on its territory.
The Kyrgyz defense ministry did not specify the reason for cancelling the “Indestructible Brotherhood-2022” command and staff exercises, which were set to be held in the country's windswept eastern highlands Monday to Friday.
According to earlier reports, the exercises were set to involve army personnel from CSTO members Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, and focus on securing ceasefires. Observers from five further states, including Serbia, Syria and Uzbekistan, had also been invited.
The move by Bishkek is the latest indication that tensions may be simmering within the alliance, formed in the early 1990s after the collapse of the Soviet Union. Last month, Armenia skipped a two-week drill held by the collective in Kazakhstan, after criticizing the bloc for failing to openly side with it after large-scale fighting erupted on its border with non-member Azerbaijan in September.
Russia and other CSTO countries effectively turned down Yerevan's request for military aid, issued hours after hostilities began, and limited their response to sending fact-finding missions to the border. Armenian authorities had accused the Azerbaijani government in Baku of using heavy artillery and combat drones to strike Armenian army positions.
Despite its apparent ambitions to provide a counterpart to NATO, the CSTO has at times struggled to define its exact purpose. Failure to engage in numerous security crises among its members over the years has prompted analysts to question its viability.
Last spring, the bloc looked on impassively as two members, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, were engaged in a bloody border dispute.
The CSTO's focus has instead been aimed more intensely on enhancing readiness for potential spillover from Afghanistan, which shares a long border with Tajikistan. As of last month, Russia had around 5,000 troops stationed in that country, down from 7,000 in January as the Kremlin has drawn down its military presence to replenish its ranks in Ukraine amid the eight-month war. | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Kyrgyzstan-cancels-Russian-led-military-drill-on-17497307.php | 2022-10-09 13:59:48 | 0 | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Kyrgyzstan-cancels-Russian-led-military-drill-on-17497307.php |
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is releasing the largest update to its mobile application in a decade, the agency announced today. FEMA is releasing the app at the beginning of a hurricane season that experts predict will be above average and a wildfire season that’s already devastating, for example, In New Mexico.
The update makes the app more like social media and includes options for users to personalize the information they get when disasters hit. It also makes makes the app more user friendly to people with disabilities.
“We are better helping communities plan, protect and recover from disasters through clear, effective and relatable communication,” FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said in a statement.
The previous version of the app had a list of categories for notifications and looked like a directory or listserv. In the updated version, users can customize what they see based on their preferences and location.
For accessibility, the app now works with technologies like screen readers and voiceovers, is scaled for different screen sizes and has a more consistent layout. Gloria Huang, digital engagement and analytics branch chief for FEMA, said improvements for people with disabilities will continue.
“This is part of our commitment to always include accessibility as a key part of our design and development,” rather than just trying to be compliant with disability laws, Huang told the Associated Press.
Huang said in the future the agency plans to make the app more accessible for people with visual impairments or reading disabilities and make some features usable offline.
The app also features a section called “Recover” where users can learn more about federal disaster declarations in their area that indicate federal assistance will be available and how to apply for it. Huang said the agency took feedback from disaster survivors because that was one major intended audience for the redesign.
The app mainly gets downloaded immediately before, during and after disasters, she said, which suggests that people are using it specifically as a tool to help them adapt and survive these events.
“It does seem that if you’re going through recovery this could be a useful tool to organize potential FEMA aid,” Samantha Montano, assistant professor of emergency management at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, told the AP.
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An inmate who was assaulted by a fellow inmate at the New Hampshire state prison in Berlin has died, authorities said.
The assault took place at the Northern New Hampshire Correctional Facility in Berlin on Monday morning, the state Department of Corrections said in a news release. One inmate suffered serious injuries and was taken to a hospital.
The inmate later died, the department said Tuesday.
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The US will likely start to default on its obligations over the summer or in the early fall if Congress doesn't address the debt ceiling before then, according to a new analysis released Wednesday. The timing should become clearer after the 2022 tax revenues come in this spring.
The new projection from the Bipartisan Policy Center is in line with a forecast issued last week by the Congressional Budget Office, which said the default could take place between July and September. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs expects the so-called X Date to arrive in early to mid-August.
The center's estimate is also "roughly consistent" with the forecast provided by the Treasury Department when it announced last month that the nation had hit the $31.4 trillion debt ceiling, said Shai Akabas, the center's director of economic policy.
At that time, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that the department would start taking extraordinary measures to allow the federal government to continue paying its bills in full and on time. The effort would last through June 5, though she also noted that it's unlikely that cash and extraordinary measures would be exhausted before early June. However, she stressed that there is "considerable uncertainty" around that forecast.
The projections give lawmakers and the Biden administration a sense of when they must reach an agreement on resolving the borrowing limit to avoid a catastrophic default. The forecasts are also meant to spur action, though little progress has been made so far.
Pinpointing the timing is difficult because it depends heavily on 2022 tax collections in April. The center, CBO and others expect to issue updated estimates in May when the revenue picture becomes clearer.
This tax season is particularly hard to predict because it follows strong 2021 collections, which were boosted by pandemic relief efforts, as well as a year of more persistent inflation and faster interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.
"There is significant revenue volatility, particularly given the state of the economy right now," said Rachel Snyderman, the center's senior associate director of business and economic policy.
The government is projected to shell out more than $3 trillion and collect about $2.5 trillion between February and June, according to the center. A shift of a few hundred billion dollars in either direction would affect the X Date.
Though the threat of default may not occur until the summer, Congress should not wait to address the issue, said Akabas, echoing repeated warnings from other budget experts and government officials.
But House Republicans and the White House have yet to find much common ground to settle their standoff over the borrowing cap. GOP lawmakers are demanding spending cuts in exchange for raising the debt ceiling, while President Joe Biden is calling on Republicans to negotiate on reducing spending without holding the debt ceiling hostage.
If the US defaults on its debt, there would be enormous consequences on the national economy, global financial stability and many Americans. A previous close call in 2011 prompted the stock market to decline, borrowing costs to rise and the nation's credit rating to be downgraded.
Already, Treasury securities maturing within the X Date range are commanding higher rates.
"That's because investors are ever so slightly more worried that those are not going to be made on time," Akabas said. "I expect that those patterns will likely grow if we get closer without any resolution. And those are direct costs to taxpayers over time because those are interest costs that the United States has to pay."
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Initial Niyad development batch successfully produced; preparations on track for an Emergency Use Authorization submission
DSUVIA sales of $0.5M in the third quarter, a 217% increase over prior year
$20.9 million in cash and short-term investments as of September 30, 2022
Webcast and Conference Call to be held today at 4:30 p.m. EDT
HAYWARD, Calif., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACRX), (AcelRx), a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for use in medically supervised settings, today reported its third quarter 2022 financial results.
"We have continued to reduce costs and advance the portfolio as planned. We have progressed our lead nafamostat product candidate, Niyad™ to prepare for a potential Emergency Use Authorization in the first half of 2023 and initiated early commercial planning to ensure we're prepared for a potential launch next year," stated Vince Angotti, Chief Executive Officer of AcelRx. "Additionally, we expect to submit our ephedrine pre-filled syringe NDA by the end of this year, with the second pre-filled syringe product submission planned for the first half of next year to ensure we have multiple potential commercial products available by the end of 2023."
Mr. Angotti continued, "Related to DSUVIA®, our commercial focus in the third quarter remained on procedural suites, demonstrating continued year-over-year growth despite the significant reduction in the size of our commercial organization. We expect to finalize an agreement for DSUVIA by the end of the year with a strategic partner that can more fully maximize the DSUVIA opportunity with additional resources. Our European partner, Aguettant, recently launched DZUVEO® in Europe, further extending the commercial footprint of our novel sufentanil sublingual tablet."
Third Quarter and Recent Highlights
- The initial development batch of Niyad was successfully produced earlier this month in preparation for the potential Emergency Use Authorization in the first half of 2023.
- In October, the Company announced the European Launch of DZUVEO by its partner, Aguettant across key European countries, with commercialization in Spain, Portugal and Italy expected to begin in the first half of 2023.
- In October, the Company announced the podium presentation of a study of DSUVIA in a large cohort of patients undergoing plastic surgery procedures entitled, "Experience in Complex Outpatient Plastic Surgery Procedures Using Sufentanil Sublingual Tablets". The study, conducted in 324 plastic surgery cases, was presented on October 28th by Jeffrey DeWeese, M.D., FACS, at Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2022, held October 27-30, in Boston, MA. The study found many positive benefits of using DSUVIA, including the ability to perform complex, extensive cosmetic procedures without general anesthesia, allowing for a rapid discharge time.
- In October, the Company announced two abstracts presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® Annual Meeting 2022. The first presentation was of an investigator-initiated trial demonstrating the advantages of sufentanil sublingual tablet versus intravenous opioids for postoperative spine surgery pain and the second was a presentation by the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences on DSUVIA for battlefield pain management.
Financial Information
- The cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments balance was $20.9 million as of September 30, 2022.
- Third quarter 2022 DSUVIA net sales were $0.5 million, a 217% increase over 2021; year-to-date September 30, 2022 DSUVIA net sales were $1.5 million, representing a 51% increase over the same period in 2021. Total DSUVIA units sold in the third quarter of 2022 were 1,032 compared to 371 units in 2021. Total net revenues in the third quarter 2022 of $0.5 million declined $1.4 million compared to the same period in 2021 due to the recognition of $1.7 million in revenues in the third quarter of 2021 attributed to an upfront payment received related to our DZUVEO European licensing agreement.
- Combined R&D and SG&A expenses for the third quarter of 2022 totaled $6.6 million compared to $10.1 million for the third quarter of 2021. Excluding non-cash depreciation and stock-based compensation expense, these amounts were $5.7 million for the third quarter of 2022, compared to $8.6 million for the third quarter of 2021. The decrease in combined R&D and SG&A expenses in the third quarter of 2022 was primarily due to overall cost reductions principally focused on DSUVIA-related commercial expenses.
- Net loss attributable to common shareholders for the third quarter of 2022 was $6.9 million, or $0.94 per basic and diluted share, compared to a net loss of $8.4 million, or $1.40 per basic and diluted share, for the third quarter of 2021.
Webcast and Conference Call Information
As previously announced, AcelRx management will host a live webcast and conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time/1:30 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time on November 14, 2022 to discuss the financial results and provide an update on the Company's business. The webcast can be accessed by visiting the "Investors" section of the Company's website at www.acelrx.com and clicking on the webcast link within the News & Events/Upcoming Events section. The webcast will include a slide presentation and a replay will be available on the AcelRx website for 90 days following the event.
Investors who wish to participate in the conference call may do so by dialing 1-866-361-2335 for domestic callers, 1-855-669-9657 for Canadian callers, or 1-412-902-4204 for international callers. The conference ID is 10172773.
About DSUVIA (sufentanil sublingual tablet), 30 mcg
DSUVIA®, branded as DZUVEO® in Europe, is indicated for use in adults in certified medically supervised healthcare settings, such as hospitals, surgical centers, and emergency departments, for the management of acute pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate. DSUVIA/DZUVEO was designed to provide rapid analgesia via a non-invasive route and to eliminate dosing errors associated with intravenous (IV) administration. DSUVIA/DZUVEO is a single-strength solid dosage form administered sublingually via a single-dose applicator (SDA) by healthcare professionals. Sufentanil is an opioid analgesic previously only marketed for IV and epidural anesthesia and analgesia. The sufentanil pharmacokinetic profile, when delivered sublingually, avoids the high peak plasma levels and short duration of action observed with IV administration. DZUVEO has been approved by the European Medicines Agency and AcelRx's European commercialization partner, Aguettant, markets the drug in Europe.
For more information, including important safety information and black box warning for DSUVIA, please visit www.DSUVIA.com.
About Nafamostat
Nafamostat is a broad spectrum, synthetic serine protease inhibitor with anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory and potential anti-viral activities. Niyad™ is a lyophilized formulation of nafamostat and is currently being studied under an investigational device exemption, or IDE, as an anticoagulant for the extracorporeal circuit, and has received Breakthrough Device Designation Status from the FDA. LTX-608 is a proprietary nafamostat formulation for direct IV infusion that will be investigated and developed as a potential anti-viral for the treatment of COVID, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) and acute pancreatitis.
About AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for use in medically supervised settings. AcelRx's proprietary, non-invasive sublingual formulation technology delivers sufentanil with consistent pharmacokinetic profiles. The Company has one approved product in the U.S., DSUVIA® (sufentanil sublingual tablet, 30 mcg), known as DZUVEO® in Europe, indicated for the management of acute pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic for adult patients in certified medically supervised healthcare settings, and several product candidates. The product candidates include: Zalviso® (sufentanil sublingual tablet system, SST system, 15 mcg), an investigational product in the U.S. being developed as an innovatively designed patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) system for reduction of moderate-to-severe acute pain in medically supervised settings; two pre-filled, ready-to-use syringes of ephedrine and phenylephrine licensed for the U.S. from Aguettant; Niyad™, a regional anticoagulant for the extracorporeal circuit; and LTX-608, for the potential treatment of COVID-19, disseminated intravascular coagulation, acute respiratory distress syndrome and acute pancreatitis. DZUVEO is an approved product in Europe.
This release is intended for investors only. For additional information about AcelRx, please visit www.acelrx.com.
Forward-looking statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements based upon AcelRx's current expectations. These and any other forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "potential," "believe," "expect," "expects," "expected," "anticipate," "may," "will," "enable," "should," "seek," "approximately," "intends," "intended," "plans," "planned," "planning," "estimates," "benefits," or the negative of these words or other comparable terminology. The discussion of financial trends, strategy, plans or intentions may also include forward-looking statements, which are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, anticipated or implied by such statements, including: (i) risks relating to AcelRx's product development activities and ongoing commercial business operations; (ii) risks related to the ability of AcelRx and its business partners to implement development plans, launch plans, forecasts and other business expectations; (iii) risks related to unexpected variations in market growth and demand for AcelRx's commercial and developmental products and technologies; (iv) risks related to AcelRx's liquidity and our ability to maintain capital resources; (v) AcelRx's ability to retaining its listing on the Nasdaq exchange; and (vi) risks relating to our ability to obtain regulatory approvals for our developmental product candidates. Although it is not possible to predict or identify all such risks and uncertainties, they may include, but are not limited to, those described under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in AcelRx's annual, quarterly and current reports (i.e., Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K) as filed or furnished with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and any subsequent public filings. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date such statements were first made. To the degree financial information is included in this press release, it is in summary form only and must be considered in the context of the full details provided in AcelRx's most recent annual, quarterly or current report as filed or furnished with the SEC. AcelRx's SEC reports are available at www.acelrx.com under the "Investors" tab. Except to the extent required by law, AcelRx undertakes no obligation to publicly release the result of any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect new information, events or circumstances after the date hereof, or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3Spine, Inc., a medical device company developing total joint replacement for the lumbar spine, today announced completion of the first series of US surgeries in the BalancedBack Total Joint Replacement Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) pivotal clinical trial. All patients enrolled in the IDE will receive the MOTUS device and will be propensity matched against patients prospectively enrolled in 3Spine's real-world evidence (RWE) fusion study, using an adaptive statistical design. 3Spine's RWE study has been enrolling in the US since May 2021.
Benjamin Geddes, MD performed the surgeries at the Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics Surgery Center in Chattanooga, TN, assisted by Alex Sielatycki, MD of Steamboat Orthopaedic and Spine Institute and UC Health Yampa Valley Medical Center in Steamboat Springs, CO. "Alex and I are humbled to have the honor of performing the first lumbar total joint replacements in the US," said Dr. Geddes. "The procedures went very well. Each patient was up and walking within 2 hours after surgery, using the early mobilization protocols for hip and knee arthroplasty patients. This is an encouraging start and we look forward to continuing enrollment."
Jeff Goldstein, MD, national principal investigator (PI) for the IDE said, "On behalf of our study PIs around the country, I'd like to congratulate Dr. Geddes on being the first site to complete enrollment of the RWE study, making him eligible to begin enrollment of the IDE. This is historic work." Dom Coric, MD, national PI for the RWE study continued, "Our strategy to first collect real-world evidence on a variety of posterior lumbar fusions is working well, providing an important baseline at each site and allowing for a staged start to the IDE across centers. I echo Jeff in congratulating Alex and Ben on their achievement."
3Spine's MOTUS device, the implant used in the BalancedBack Total Joint Replacement procedure, is a 'first of kind' technology replacing the function of the disc and facet joints through a posterior approach. The procedure is intended to broadly address leg pain, back pain, and spinal instability, while correcting posture and restoring freedom of movement through reconstruction of the functional spinal unit. 3Spine is seeking single-level indications from L1-S1 in patients suffering from lumbar degeneration with or without foraminal or recess spinal stenosis with no more than a grade 1 spondylolisthesis at the involved level. Additional details are available at ClinicalTrials.gov.
3Spine is a new kind of healthcare company founded to integrate the development, clinical research, and delivery of low back total joint replacement. 3Spine is headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with research and development facilities in the Greater Boston area and clinical operations in the Cayman Islands. www.3spine.com
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Daytona Speedway exec feels bullish about bid to host the Jacksonville Jags. Here's why.
DAYTONA BEACH ― For Daytona International Speedway President Frank Kelleher, having the Jacksonville Jaguars play home games at the iconic racing venue for the 2026 and 2027 NFL seasons is a distinct possibility.
And Kelleher thinks the checkered flag is within the Speedway's grasp.
"My fingers are crossed that we get the nod," he said.
The Jags need a temporary home when TIAA Bank Field is expected to undergo a $1.4 billion makeover three years from now. Kelleher met Jaguars President Mark Lamping on June 16 to discuss hosting home games during construction.
Other venues being considered include the University of Florida's Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville and Camping World Stadium in Orlando.
The Jaguars did not respond to a request for comment.
Lamping, in a June 8 article by VenuesNow.com, described the Speedway as "an interesting solution, but (one that) would also require significant investment in terms of infrastructure. It can accommodate a big crowd, it would be a little wonky, but it's worth considering."
The Speedway's front-stretch grandstands have 101,500 seats. Kelleher estimates the number offering decent views for NFL games is probably 45,000. That's not counting temporary grandstands that could be installed on the other side of the football field which would be between the track's start-finish line and pit road.
In a sit-down interview, Kelleher spoke with The Daytona Beach News-Journal about the possibility of hosting an NFL team. His comments have been edited for clarity and length.
How did the meeting with the Jags go?
"We had a great meeting. (Lamping) shared stories of visiting the Speedway dating back to the '80s and '90s. He also shared that he visited the property post-2016 when Daytona Rising (NASCAR's $400 million makeover of the Speedway) was completed. He spoke very fondly and very kindly of what we have to offer. He thinks that it can be a really unique and exciting home for the Jags, as do we.
"The next step is for the Jags' design development architectural team to understand sight lines as well as seating and (adding) locker rooms, coaches rooms and referee rooms.
"Then we get into other buildings and offerings that we have in the infield, from our NASCAR garages to our Boardwalk Club, our media center, and the Daytona 500 Club. Those are all built for motorsports events, but with time, money and creativity they can be transformed and re-imagined into something else.
"They'll look at it from the perspective of the Jags' fanbase as well as their many corporate partners and sponsors. Are there any conflicts? They're a Coke pour. We're a Coke property. If we were a Pepsi pour, it could potentially be an issue. (UF's football stadium has Pepsi as its official soft drink.) Our both having Coke as a sponsor provides us a good opportunity to keep a shared partner happy."
Could hosting the Jags affect other events, including the Turkey Run classic car show?
"When it gets into the consideration of our track rental business, if we are currently not under contract and have an opportunity, we would just need to have an open mind if there is someone renting the facility historically.
"(The Turkey Run is) a very important partnership for the Speedway. The last thing we would want to do is create drama over that. We still can have the Turkey Rod Run Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. It's also possible the Jags would be on the road (Thanksgiving) weekend (eliminating the scheduling conflict)."
Does it help the NFL regular season ends before Speedweeks?
"The Jags' (2023) schedule right now, the night of the Coke Zero Sugar 400, Saturday, Aug. 26th, the Jags will be playing their last preseason game at home in Jacksonville against the Dolphins. So if all things are equal in 2026 and in '27, Daytona International Speedway would be ready to host the NFL after the preseason. Where it could get tricky is when the Jags make the playoffs. Come New Year's Day, we need to have the 'World Center of Racing' ready to go for the 'Roar Before the Rolex.' If the Jags make the playoffs, maybe they would be OK having a playoff game at a different venue, which could help increase their fandom in another part of Florida."
Who would pay for the changes needed to host games?
"They could pay rent and they take over the facility completely and we walk away or there could be a situation where expenses are split and revenues are shared."
Could the Jags decide this year?
"I feel confident by the end of the year we'll know that (either) it's not happening or that we're still entertaining the opportunity with the Jags."
Does Daytona have an advantage geographically?
"The distance from the Jags stadium to UF and to Daytona International Speedway is roughly the same. I think driving south down Interstate 95 is a little easier than getting from Jacksonville to Gainesville. Camping World Stadium is the same distance down 95 and then you have to go, depending on traffic, another hour west. I feel our location (at the intersection of I-95 and I-4) makes us extremely attractive (for the Jags) to grab the Orlando fan base."
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Does UF's football stadium give them an edge?
"They have locker rooms, they have a football field, they have weight rooms. Is that an advantage? Maybe. But (the Speedway) might have a bigger impact for the Jags organization and for the NFL. The cachet of the most iconic motorsports facility in the world hosting a full NFL season (is) something that's never been done before. (And) being able to do camping for weeks on end, I don't think there's a football stadium that has that. You can start to have some fun with some ideas of what else can be part of a Jags weekend in addition to the tailgate and kickoff. Fans can pull in in their RV on Friday and maybe on Saturday (the infield is) completely programmed for Jags fans and who they're playing against and maybe there's a concert on Saturday night and on Sunday a football game."
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HOUSTON, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Powell Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: POWL), a leading supplier of custom-engineered solutions for the management, control and distribution of electrical energy, today announced results for the fiscal 2022 third quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Fiscal Third Quarter Key Highlights:
- Revenues totaled $135 million;
- Net Income was $9 million, or $0.76 per diluted share including;
- New orders totaled $202 million;
- Backlog as of June 30, 2022, totaled $503 million;
- Cash and short-term investments as of June 30, 2022, totaled $99 million.
Brett A. Cope, Powell's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "Powell delivered a solid fiscal third quarter as we continue to recover from challenges brought on by the pandemic including the on-going disruptions to the global supply chain. Our operating divisions across the company delivered solid execution as we continue to progress productivity improvements across all elements of the business including our engineering, manufacturing and strategic sourcing teams. The $202 million of new orders represents the highest quarterly total of new orders in over two years and more importantly, marks the fifth consecutive quarter of increasing gross new order activity. It is also notable that there were no single, large project orders in the quarter as market activity was much more broad and balanced across most of our end markets."
Revenues for the third quarter totaled $135.5 million compared to $127.9 million in the second quarter and compared to $115.8 million in the third quarter in the prior year.
New orders placed in the third quarter totaled $202 million compared to $151 million in the second quarter and compared to $103 million of new orders in the third quarter of the prior fiscal year.
Backlog as of June 30, 2022, totaled $503 million which represents sequential growth of 14% compared to $440 million as of March 31, 2022, and compares to $426 million as of June 30, 2021.
Net income in the fiscal third quarter was $9.1 million, or $0.76 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $1.2 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, in the fiscal second quarter and compared to a net loss of $2.0 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, in the fiscal third quarter of the prior year.
During the third fiscal quarter, the business recognized income resulting from two non-operational events. First, a $1.6 million after tax gain was realized through the divestiture of a non-core, industrial valve repair and servicing division within the Powell Canada entity. This generated $4 million of cash and added $0.14 per diluted share. Secondly, due to the sustained, positive earnings generated out of Powell Canada, the valuation allowance that was previously established against the entity's deferred tax assets was reversed. The reversal of this allowance results in a non-cash, increase in Net Income of $5.9 million or $0.49 per diluted share.
Cope added, "We remain pleased with the steady and consistent recovery of our Industrial end markets as well as the improvements that our strategic efforts, both to diversify our business and broaden our Services offering, are yielding. Across the industrial landscape, our Oil & Gas and Petrochemical end markets continue to show signs of a slow and steady recovery, supported by the favorable fundamentals of LNG, gas pipeline and gas-to-chemical projects. We continue to experience robust activity within our Utility and Commercial end markets. As a result, we are entering our fiscal fourth quarter on very strong financial footing and with a large, healthy backlog of project orders."
OUTLOOK
Commenting on the Company's outlook, Michael Metcalf, Powell's Chief Financial Officer said, "Our book-to-bill ratio of 1.5x in the third quarter demonstrates the ongoing recovery across our core end markets and we are optimistic that these conditions will persist in the coming quarters. While we are experiencing a gradual and consistent recovery across our industrial base of customers, the positive momentum that we've seen in our Utility and Commercial markets is very encouraging, as evidenced by our strong backlog, closing the third quarter at $503 million. Although the macro inflationary pressure and component availability challenges still persist across the supply chain, we continue to make steady progress offsetting these headwinds through pricing actions, efficiency improvements and strong supplier partnerships. Looking forward, we continue to anticipate gradually improving profitability as pricing, factory efficiencies and cost controls continue to gain traction, further enabling us to execute our strong and growing order book."
CONFERENCE CALL
Powell Industries has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time. To participate in the conference call, dial 1-833-953-2431 (domestic) or 1-412-317-5760 (international) at least 10 minutes before the call begins and ask for the Powell Industries conference call. A telephonic replay of the conference call will be available through August 10, 2022 and may be accessed by calling 1-877-344-7529 (domestic) or 1-412-317-0088 (international) and using passcode 7590577#.
Investors, analysts and the general public will also have the opportunity to listen to the conference call over the Internet by visiting powellind.com. To listen to the live call on the web, please visit the website at least 15 minutes before the call begins to register, download and install any necessary audio software. For those who cannot listen to the live webcast, an archive will be available shortly after the call and will remain available for approximately 90 days at powellind.com.
Powell Industries, Inc., headquartered in Houston, designs, manufactures and services custom-engineered equipment and systems for the distribution, control and monitoring of electrical energy. Powell markets include large industrial customers such as utilities, oil and gas producers, refineries, liquefied natural gas facilities, petrochemical plants, pulp and paper producers, mining operations and commuter railways. For more information, please visit powellind.com.
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BERLIN (AP) — Employees at Berlin and Hamburg airports staged walkouts on Monday in an ongoing dispute over salary raises, leading to flight cancellations in both German cities.
In Berlin, all departures and 70 out of 240 incoming flights were canceled, German news agency dpa reported. Due to a walkout announced at short notice by trade union ver.di, the airport in Hamburg announced in the early morning that 31 of 160 departures had been canceled.
The walkouts started at 3:30 a.m. and were supposed to last until midnight.
The union wants to increase pressure on employers with whom it is negotiating bonuses for special working hours, for example at weekends, and rules on overtime pay.
The union has staged frequent walkouts over recent months to underline its demands, with local transport, hospitals and other public services hit.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Nine months ago, President Joe Biden signed a sweeping bipartisan gun law, the most significant legislative response to gun violence in decades.
“Lives will be saved,” he said at the White House.
The law has already prevented some potentially dangerous people from owning guns. Yet since that signing last summer, the tally of mass shootings in the United States has only grown. Five dead at a nightclub in Colorado. Eleven killed at a dance hall in California. And just this past week, three 9-year-olds and three adults were shot and killed at an elementary school in Nashville, Tennessee.
A day after that school shooting, Biden’s tone was markedly less optimistic than it was the signing ceremony.
“What in God’s name are we doing?” he asked in a speech Tuesday, calling for a ban on so-called assault weapons like those that were used to kill at The Covenant School in Nashville. “There’s a moral price to pay for inaction.”
Biden and others had hailed last year’s bipartisan gun bill — approved in the weeks after the shooting of 19 children and two adults at a school in Uvalde, Texas — as a new way forward.
Several months in, the law has had some success: Stepped-up FBI background checks have blocked gun sales for 119 buyers under the age of 21, prosecutions have increased for unlicensed gun sellers and new gun trafficking penalties have been charged in at least 30 cases around the country. Millions of new dollars have flowed into mental health services for children and schools.
But the persistence of mass shootings in the United States highlights the limits of congressional action. Because the law was a political compromise, it did not address many Democratic priorities for gun control, including universal background checks or the ban on “assault weapons” for which Biden repeatedly has called.
Now, in the wake of the Nashville shooting, Congress appears to have returned to a familiar impasse. One of the top Republican negotiators on the gun law, Texas Sen. John Cornyn, has said new compromise is unlikely. In the House, the new GOP majority favors fewer restrictions on guns, not more.
Asked Thursday about a way ahead, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., said legislation alone cannot solve the gun violence problem. He said Americans need to think deeply about mental illness and other factors that drive people to act.
In contrast, House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York said Congress should “act with the fierce urgency of now.”
“Our classrooms have become killing fields,” he said. “Is that acceptable in America?”
Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut, the lead negotiator on the 2022 bill, says he thinks it represented a paradigm shift in how Congress considers gun legislation. But, he said, “I don’t think that will happen all at once.”
“This is sickening, but the opportunities for legislative change normally come after really terrible mass shootings,” said Murphy, who has been the lead Senate advocate for gun control since the 2012 mass shooting at an elementary school in Newtown, Conn. “I hate that, I wish that wasn’t how it works.”
Tensions were running high on both sides of the Capitol this past week.
On Wednesday, Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., stood outside the House chamber and yelled that Republicans are “cowards” for not doing more on gun control, eventually arguing with Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., who advocated for allowing teachers to carry guns.
“More guns lead to more deaths!” Bowman screamed at Massie. “Children are dying!”
In the Senate, Republican Ted Cruz of Texas tried on Thursday to force a vote on legislation that would boost police presence at schools. He all but blamed Democrats, who had blocked the same legislation last year, for the Nashville shooting and calling the 2022 law “meaningless.” Murphy angrily objected to Cruz’s bill, arguing that Cruz wasn’t serious about compromise and that his move was a stunt for the cameras.
Despite the frustrations, lawmakers who negotiated the compromise last year say they see slivers of hope.
Murphy said the implementation of the new law, and some of its early successes, will ultimately persuade Republicans to get on board with more legislation.
“What happened last year was seismic for Republicans,” Murphy said.
In terms of the bill’s success, “People don’t get excited about the mass shootings that didn’t happen,” Murphy said, and that can be a challenge as they talk about it and contemplate what more could be done. But the dynamics can change quickly, he said.
While Republicans in the past might have tried to shy away from gun measures even if they supported them, Cornyn and Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., have been promoting the new law and discussing it frequently. Late last year, they joined Murphy, Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., and FBI Director Christopher Wray on a visit to an FBI facility in West Virginia for a briefing on how the background checks were working.
“I am proud to see this commonsense legislation already making a difference,” Tillis said in a statement afterward.
According to recent data obtained by The Associated Press, those who were flagged in the stepped-up background checks and prevented from buying a gun included an 18-year-old in Nebraska who had made terroristic threats and was prone to violent outbursts, a 20-year-old drug dealer in Arizona and an 18-year-old in Arizona who had been previously charged with unlawful possession of weapons and was found carrying fentanyl. All were attempting to purchase long guns.
Tillis said he is aware of a separate case in his home state where a person under 21 who had been charged with assault and battery and assaulting a police officer was flagged and prevented from buying a gun.
“It’s just one of those bills that’s going to age well,” Tillis said, noting that the number of denials of gun sales is a very small fraction of total sales.
Cornyn said that so far, the bill “seems to be working.” But he said he doesn’t expect Congress to go any further any time soon. He said would strongly oppose an “assault weapons” ban, as Biden is proposing.
When Biden and other lawmakers talk about “assault weapons,” they are using an inexact term to describe a group of high-powered guns or semi-automatic long rifles, such as an an AR-15, that can fire 30 rounds fast without reloading.
Most Republicans are steadfastly opposed to such a ban, arguing that it would be too complicated, especially as sales and varieties of the firearms have proliferated. There are many more types of these high-powered guns today than in 1994, when the ban was signed into law by President Bill Clinton.
Law- abiding citizens own those guns, Cornyn said, and “no law-abiding citizen is a threat to public safety.”
Despite the current standstill, John Feinblatt, president of Everytown for Gun Safety, a gun control advocacy group, says last year’s bill was proof that they can break gridlock.
“It was never the finish line,” he said.
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Associated Press writers Lisa Mascaro, Kevin Freking and Farnoush Amiri contributed to this report. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/u-s-world/after-nashville-congress-confronts-limits-of-new-gun-law/ | 2023-04-01 20:13:15 | 1 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/u-s-world/after-nashville-congress-confronts-limits-of-new-gun-law/ |
Walmart’s Sam’s Club to add 30 stores in next few years
(AP) — Walmart said Thursday it plans to open more than 30 Sam’s Club locations in the next few years, marking the first expansion since 2017.
The nation’s largest retailer, based in Bentonville, Arkansas, plans to open the first Sam’s Club location as part of the expansion next year in Florida. Sam’s Club is also modernizing its distribution network. Sam’s Club will launch five new supply chain fulfillment and distribution centers, with the first location planned in Georgia later this year.
The last new Sam’s Club location opened in Hanover, Pennsylvania.
The move comes as Walmart’s Sam’s Club division has enjoyed strong sales growth and a record rise in membership over the past two years. For the latest quarter ended Oct. 28, sales at stores opened at least a year rose 10% for Sam’s Clubs. For the company’s namesake stores, that figure was up 8.2%.
Warehouse clubs including Costco Wholesale Corp. and BJ’s Wholesale Club have been a bright spot in the retail industry but resonated even more during the early part of the pandemic when shoppers were loading up essentials as they stayed close to home. Given rising gas prices and surging inflation in food, shoppers have been turning to warehouse clubs in search of better deals.
Over the past several years, Sam’s Club has redesigned the majority of its 600 clubs, making them brighter and easier to navigate. The brand has expanded its shopping technology like Scan & Go, a mobile app that allows shoppers to scan merchandise and check-out without going to the cashier line.
The new clubs will be approximately 160,000 square feet, larger than most existing locations which are roughly 140,000 square feet. Most of the new clubs will feature a sushi island, a full-service floral area and dedicated hearing and optical centers.
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Braves first. Ronald Acuna Jr. grounds out to second base, Michael Massey to Hunter Dozier. Matt Olson flies out to deep right field to MJ Melendez. Austin Riley singles to left field. Sean Murphy doubles to deep right field. Austin Riley scores. Ozzie Albies grounds out to second base, Michael Massey to Hunter Dozier.
1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Braves 1, Royals 0.
Royals first. Bobby Witt Jr. singles to left field. MJ Melendez flies out to Ronald Acuna Jr.. Vinnie Pasquantino pops out to shallow center field to Vaughn Grissom. Salvador Perez doubles to deep center field. Bobby Witt Jr. scores. Kyle Isbel grounds out to second base, Ozzie Albies to Matt Olson.
1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Braves 1, Royals 1.
Braves third. Ronald Acuna Jr. walks. Matt Olson singles to center field. Ronald Acuna Jr. to second. Austin Riley reaches on a fielder's choice to shortstop. Matt Olson out at second. Ronald Acuna Jr. to third. Sean Murphy doubles to center field. Austin Riley to third. Ronald Acuna Jr. scores. Ozzie Albies singles to right center field. Sean Murphy scores. Austin Riley scores. Vaughn Grissom singles to left field. Ozzie Albies to second. Marcell Ozuna grounds out to shallow infield. Vaughn Grissom out at second.
3 runs, 4 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Braves 4, Royals 1.
Braves fifth. Matt Olson strikes out swinging. Austin Riley strikes out swinging. Sean Murphy homers to left field. Ozzie Albies singles to shallow center field. Vaughn Grissom singles to right field. Ozzie Albies to third. Marcell Ozuna lines out to left field to Jackie Bradley Jr..
1 run, 3 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Braves 5, Royals 1.
Royals fifth. Bobby Witt Jr. doubles to shallow right field. MJ Melendez walks. Vinnie Pasquantino lines out to third base to Austin Riley. Salvador Perez lines out to center field to Eli White. Kyle Isbel doubles to deep left field. MJ Melendez to third. Bobby Witt Jr. scores. Michael Massey grounds out to second base, Ozzie Albies to Matt Olson.
1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Braves 5, Royals 2.
Royals sixth. Hunter Dozier singles to left center field. Nicky Lopez lines out to deep right field to Ronald Acuna Jr.. Jackie Bradley Jr. doubles to right field. Hunter Dozier scores. Bobby Witt Jr. strikes out swinging. MJ Melendez grounds out to first base to Matt Olson.
1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Braves 5, Royals 3.
Braves eighth. Marcell Ozuna flies out to shallow center field to Jackie Bradley Jr.. Kevin Pillar singles to left field. Eli White singles to center field. Kevin Pillar to second. Ronald Acuna Jr. hit by pitch. Matt Olson walks. Ronald Acuna Jr. to second. Eli White to third. Kevin Pillar scores. Austin Riley strikes out swinging. Sean Murphy walks. Matt Olson to second. Ronald Acuna Jr. to third. Eli White scores. Ozzie Albies singles to right center field. Sean Murphy to third. Matt Olson scores. Ronald Acuna Jr. scores. Vaughn Grissom flies out to right center field to Jackie Bradley Jr..
4 runs, 3 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Braves 9, Royals 3. | https://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article/atlanta-kansas-city-runs-17899798.php | 2023-04-16 02:20:25 | 1 | https://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article/atlanta-kansas-city-runs-17899798.php |
(KTLA) — Jennifer Hudson has achieved EGOT status.
The singer/ actress won her first Tony award when “A Strange Loop” won for Best Musical. Hudson is a producer on the show.
The achievement was the final trophy she needed to complete the EGOT quartet, which is comprised of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony.
The 40-year-old won an Academy Award in 2007 for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Effie White in “Dreamgirls.” Her self-titled debut solo album won a Grammy in 2009 for Best R&B Album. She later won another Grammy in 2017 for Best Musical Theater Album for the musical “The Color Purple.”
Last year, Hudson won a Daytime Emmy for the animated short “Baba Yaga,” which she executive-produced.
Currently, there are 17 EGOT winners. | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/jennifer-hudson-is-now-an-egot-winner-at-the-tony-awards/ | 2022-06-13 17:47:41 | 0 | https://cbs4indy.com/news/national-world/jennifer-hudson-is-now-an-egot-winner-at-the-tony-awards/ |
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LOS ANGELES, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, in cities across the U.S., thousands of people will rock the bald for the St. Baldrick's Foundation. Men, women and kids are choosing to shave their heads and prove that bald is beautiful, all to raise funds for childhood cancer research.
St. Baldrick's refuses to accept that children continue to suffer long-term health problems resulting from their cancer and treatment and that so many kids have their lives cut short by childhood cancers.
The reality of childhood cancer is that:
- Every 2 minutes, somewhere in the world, a child is diagnosed with cancer.
- 1 in 5 kids with cancer in the U.S. will not survive.
- By the age of 50, more than 99% of survivors have had a chronic health problem, and 96% have experienced a severe or life-threatening condition caused by the toxicity of the treatment that initially saved their life.
Shaving your head has a ripple effect that can save a child's life. Here are three reasons to shave your head with St. Baldrick's:
- Be a Hero - As a shavee, you're not only raising funds researchers depend on to cure childhood cancer —you're also spreading awareness every time you show off your bald head.
- Have Fun - Fun always takes center stage at St. Baldrick's events. (Even when there are tears!) Expect hugs, high fives and some cool swag.
- Make a Difference - Your commitment to shave for the cause raises more than funds and awareness — it shows kids who lost their hair during treatment that you support them, and it brings hope to their families and friends.
With more than 300 events taking place in March, there is plenty of opportunity to get involved.
If you'd like to learn more visit StBaldricks.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
About St. Baldrick's Foundation
Every 2 minutes, a child somewhere in the world is diagnosed with cancer. In the U.S., 1 in 5 will not survive. The St. Baldrick's Foundation, the largest charity funder of childhood cancer research grants, is on a mission to Conquer Kids' Cancer by supporting the most promising research to find cures and better treatments for all childhood cancers. When you give to St. Baldrick's, you don't just give to one hospital – you support virtually every institution with the expertise to treat kids with cancer across the U.S. St. Baldrick's ensures that children fighting cancer now — and those diagnosed in the future — will have access to the most cutting-edge treatment, by supporting every stage of research, from new ideas in the lab to the training of the next generation of researchers, to lifesaving clinical trials. Visit StBaldricks.org and help #ConquerKidsCancer.
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Ga. teen missing for 5 months reunited with family, deputies say
ATLANTA (WANF) - A Georgia teen missing since June has been found safe and reunited with her family, according to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said 16-year-old Kaylee Grace Jones was last seen June 14 at her residence on the 700 block of Whooping Creek Church Road in Carrollton, WANF reports. Deputies announced Monday she had been located by law enforcement.
“Jones’ disappearance continues to be a very active and fluid investigation and no further details will be released at this time due to the sensitive nature of the case,” a news release stated.
Multiple law enforcement agencies assisted in the search for Jones, including the FBI, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the Secret Service, the U.S. Marshal’s Office and local law enforcement.
A reward was being offered for Jones’ safe return, but authorities have not said if that reward will be claimed by anyone.
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NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — At least three Kenyan legislators and several protesters have been arrested in protests in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, organized by the opposition demanding the resignation of President William Ruto.
Hundreds of demonstrators spread across the city have not managed to reach the designated meeting point in the central business district as police dispersed them with teargas through the morning.
The opposition called for protests against Ruto who they say was not validly elected in the August 2022 elections. They are also blaming Ruto’s administration for the rising cost of living.
Nairobi police boss Adamson Bungei said those arrested in the protests would be released after paying cash bail.
Bungei had over the weekend said police had denied the opposition permission to hold their protests and that any congregation would be illegal.
Opposition leader Raila Odinga on Sunday insisted that protests would proceed as planned and demonstrators would march to State House, the official residence of the president.
Odinga said Kenyan citizens have a constitutional right to demonstrate and the role of the police is to protect them after they issue a notification in advance.
Police have been heavily deployed to State House with motorists and pedestrians being stopped from accessing the road there.
Most shops in Nairobi’s central business district closed on Monday as business owners feared looting.
The leaders who have been arrested include the senate minority leader Stewart Madzayo and members of parliament Opiyo Wandati and Amina Mnyazi.
Other legislators who had turned up at the designated meeting point in the city were dispersed by the police with teargas. They retreated to parliament buildings where they announced that protests would continue through the afternoon.
Kenya’s opposition has in the past held violent demonstrations in which people have died. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/international/arrests-as-kenya-opposition-leads-anti-government-protests/ | 2023-03-20 15:38:32 | 1 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/international/arrests-as-kenya-opposition-leads-anti-government-protests/ |
GRAPHIC: Man in Army fatigues accused of raping teen; promises vape pens, affidavit reads
KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX/Gray News) - Police in Texas have arrested a man and charged him for an alleged sexual assault of two minors he reportedly lured to this apartment with the promise of giving them vape pens.
KWTX reports Peter Wesley Alfonce, 29, is facing sexual assault charges after a girl voluntarily came forward to reveal an alleged assault involving Alfonce.
According to court documents, the minor said on Feb. 11 that her friend used her Instagram account to message a man who could get them vape pens. The man, identified as Alfonce, picked up the girls at Shoemaker High School and took them to his apartment in Killeen.
Once inside the apartment, the girl said Alfonce warned them he would not let them leave until one of them performed oral sex on him.
The minor said her 15-year-old friend accompanied Alfonce to a bedroom but later came back out of the room and told her she would also have to perform oral sex on him for the two to leave.
The girl said that after being forced to perform oral sex, Alfonce told her and her friend that they’d be able to leave a lot quicker if one of them had sexual intercourse with him. The two refused.
According to the affidavit, Alfonce told one of the girls he knew she did not want to have sex with him or even look at him. So, he suggested they have sex in a position in which she would not be able to see him.
When the minor again refused, Alfonse allegedly forced her into a sexual position that he recommended and raped her.
After it was over, the girl asked for permission to use the bathroom so that she could cry, according to court documents. Alfonce eventually gave both girls the vape pens and took them to a McDonald’s before taking them back to school.
The minor said Alfonce was wearing Army fatigues and told the two girls to go into the business together and that he would provide them vape pens they could sell to other teens at school, the affidavit states.
Surveillance footage at the school allegedly showed a car dropping off the girls at around 11:30 a.m. on the day of the alleged sexual assaults.
The affidavit further states that one of the girls told Alfonce “he could go to prison” for what happened, and Alfonce told her he was in the Army and “they do not go to prison.”
While under interrogation, authorities said Alfonce acknowledged that the girl he allegedly raped did not seem mature but claimed he believed her friend was at least 18 years old.
According to court documents, investigators found messages on Alfonce’s phone in which he offered $200 in exchange for sexual intercourse with one of the girls.
Authorities said Alfonce was booked into the Bell County Jail on charges of sexual assault of a minor under 17.
Officials at nearby Fort Hood did not immediately respond if Alfonce was a soldier stationed at the post.
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SAVANNAH, Ga. — The family of a 60-year-old man who killed himself when left alone in a police station interview room filed suit Tuesday against the city of Savannah and its police department.
Officers who left Harvey unattended during a break in their interview April 3, 2021, returned to find him dead. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation launched an investigation and concluded that Harvey had hanged himself with his own shoelaces.
“Mr. Harvey should have never been alone in the interview room,” Harold Spence, one of the attorneys for Harvey’s family, told a news conference Tuesday. He said police “ignored their own policies” by not turning on a video camera in the room and having an officer monitor it.
The lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court seeks to recover the cost of Harvey’s funeral and burial expenses, as well as monetary damages for “personal injuries, pain and suffering, and wrongful death.”
Two months after Harvey’s death, Savannah police fired five officers. Two of them lost their jobs for policy violations related to Harvey’s interview and death. Three others were fired in connection with a text message shared among Savannah officers that mocked Harvey’s death.
Roy Minter, Savannah’s police chief at the time of Harvey’s death, left the department last year when President Joe Biden nominated him to become U.S. marshal for the Southern District of Georgia. Minter’s confirmation is still pending in the U.S. Senate.
Nick Zoller, spokesman for Savannah’s city government said officials and the police department don’t comment on pending litigation.
Attorneys for Harvey’s family said he was taking medication for depression and anxiety at the time of his fatal police interview. They said he not only threatened to kill himself in front of officers, but also began banging his head against a table.
“Mr. Harvey was ignored, deliberately disregarded and mistreated,” Spence said.
The attorneys said Savannah police not only should have prevented Harvey’s death, but also have failed to make changes that would prevent people in custody from harming themselves in the future.
“To hear how my child died from neglect, it tears me apart,” Harvey’s mother, Shirley Harvey Francis, told reporters Tuesday.
Speaking through tears, she said: “When my child died, they may as well have put me in a hole too.” | https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/2023/03/14/savannah-police-custody-death-lawsuit/48793950-c2b7-11ed-82a7-6a87555c1878_story.html | 2023-03-14 22:38:32 | 1 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/2023/03/14/savannah-police-custody-death-lawsuit/48793950-c2b7-11ed-82a7-6a87555c1878_story.html |
Senators press Moderna CEO on COVID-19 vaccine price hike
By TOM MURPHY
AP Health Writer
Moderna’s CEO is defending a plan to more than quadruple the company’s COVID-19 vaccine price. But he also says the drugmaker will work to ensure patients continue paying nothing at drugstores or clinics. Stephane Bancel appeared before a Senate committee Wednesday. He says the drugmaker will charge a list price of around $130 per dose for the vaccine in the U.S. That price is expected to go into effect later this year. Until now, the federal government had been Moderna’s lone U.S. customer, buying doses in bulk to make sure people weren’t charged anything. | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-business/2023/03/22/senators-press-moderna-ceo-on-covid-19-vaccine-price-hike/ | 2023-03-22 23:01:27 | 1 | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-business/2023/03/22/senators-press-moderna-ceo-on-covid-19-vaccine-price-hike/ |
It's the inflation you're not supposed to see.
From toilet paper to yogurt and coffee to corn chips, manufacturers are quietly shrinking package sizes without lowering prices. It's dubbed "shrinkflation," and it's accelerating worldwide.
In the U.S., a small box of Kleenex now has 60 tissues; a few months ago, it had 65. Chobani Flips yogurts have shrunk from 5.3 ounces to 4.5 ounces. In the U.K., Nestle slimmed down its Nescafe Azera Americano coffee tins from 100 grams to 90 grams. In India, a bar of Vim dish soap has shrunk from 155 grams to 135 grams.
Shrinkflation isn't new, experts say. But it proliferates in times of high inflation as companies grapple with rising costs for ingredients, packaging, labor and transportation. Global consumer price inflation was up an estimated 7% in May, a pace that will likely continue through September, according to S&P Global.
"It comes in waves. We happen to be in a tidal wave at the moment because of inflation," said Edgar Dworsky, a consumer advocate and former assistant attorney general in Massachusetts who has documented shrinkflation on his Consumer World website for decades.
Dworsky began noticing smaller boxes in the cereal aisle last fall, and shrinkflation has ballooned from there. He can cite dozens of examples, from Cottonelle Ultra Clean Care toilet paper, which has shrunk from 340 sheets per roll to 312, to Folgers coffee, which downsized its 51-ounce container to 43.5 ounces but still says it will make up to 400 cups. (Folgers says it's using a new technology that results in lighter-weight beans.)
Dworsky said shrinkflation appeals to manufacturers because they know customers will notice price increases but won't keep track of net weights or small details, like the number of sheets on a roll of toilet paper. Companies can also employ tricks to draw attention away from downsizing, like marking smaller packages with bright new labels that draw shoppers' eyes.
That's what Fritos did. Bags of Fritos Scoops marked "Party Size" used to be 18 ounces; some are still on sale at a grocery chain in Texas. But almost every other big chain is now advertising "Party Size" Fritos Scoops that are 15.5 ounces — and more expensive.
PepsiCo didn't respond when asked about Fritos. But it did acknowledge the shrinking of Gatorade bottles. The company recently began phasing out 32-ounce bottles in favor of 28-ounce ones, which are tapered in the middle to make it easier to hold them. The changeover has been in the works for years and isn't related to the current economic climate, PepsiCo said. But it didn't respond when asked why the 28-ounce version is more expensive.
Likewise, Kimberly-Clark — which makes both Cottonelle and Kleenex — didn't respond to requests for comment on the reduced package sizes. Procter & Gamble Co. didn't respond when asked about Pantene Pro-V Curl Perfection conditioner, which downsized from 12 fluid ounces to 10.4 fluid ounces but still costs $3.99.
Earth's Best Organic Sunny Day Snack Bars went from eight bars per box to seven, but the price listed at multiple stores remains $3.69. Hain Celestial Group, the brand's owner, didn't respond to an email seeking comment.
Some companies are straightforward about the changes. In Japan, snack maker Calbee Inc. announced 10% weight reductions — and 10% price increases — for many of its products in May, including veggie chips and crispy edamame. The company blamed a sharp rise in the cost of raw materials.
Domino's Pizza announced in January it was shrinking the size of its 10-piece chicken wings to eight pieces for the same $7.99 carryout price. Domino's cited the rising cost of chicken.
In India, "down-switching" — another term for shrinkflation — is mostly done in rural areas, where people are poorer and more price sensitive, said Byas Anand, head of corporate communications for Dabur India, a consumer care and food business. In cities, companies simply jack up prices.
"My company has been doing it openly for ages," Anand said.
Some customers who have noticed the downsizing are sharing examples on social media. Others say shrinkflation is causing them to change their shopping habits.
Alex Aspacher does a lot of the grocery shopping and meal planning for his family of four in Haskins, Ohio. He noticed when the one-pound package of sliced Swiss cheese he used to buy shrank to 12 ounces but kept its $9.99 price tag. Now, he hunts for deals or buys a block of cheese and slices it himself.
Aspacher said he knew prices would rise when he started reading about higher wages for grocery workers. But the speed of the change — and the shrinking packages — have surprised him.
"I was prepared for it to a degree, but there hasn't been a limit to it so far," Aspacher said. "I hope we find that ceiling pretty soon."
Sometimes the trend can reverse. As inflation eases, competition might force manufacturers to lower their prices or reintroduce larger packages. But Dworsky says once a product has gotten smaller, it often stays that way.
"Upsizing is kind of rare," he said.
Hitendra Chaturvedi, a professor of supply chain management at Arizona State University's W.P. Carey School of Business, said he has no doubt many companies are struggling with labor shortages and higher raw material costs.
But in some cases, companies' profits — or sales minus the cost of doing business — are also increasing exponentially, and Chaturvedi finds that troubling.
He points to Mondelez International, which took some heat this spring for shrinking the size of its Cadbury Dairy Milk bar in the U.K. without lowering the price. The company's operating income climbed 21% in 2021, but fell 15% in the first quarter as cost pressures grew. By comparison, PepsiCo's operating profit climbed 11% in 2021 and 128% in the first quarter.
"I'm not saying they're profiteering, but it smells like it," Chaturvedi said. "Are we using supply constraints as a weapon to make more money?"
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Bill Belichick doesn’t understand what all the fuss is about. Is it Matt Patricia or Joe Judge calling plays on offense? Is it Steve Belichick or Jerod Mayo calling plays on defense?
To Belichick, it doesn’t matter.
“Ultimately, it’s my responsibility, like it always is,” he told the Globe’s Dan Shaughnessy. “So if it doesn’t go well, blame me.”
Win or lose, Belichick wants it all on his shoulders. In the past, that has worked out well for him, with six Lombardi Trophies as a head coach and an endless list of accomplishments. Belichick enters the 2022 season with 321 career wins (including playoffs), three behind George Halas and 26 behind Don Shula for most all-time.
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But if Belichick wants it all on his shoulders, he’d better prepare for a barrage of criticism this year.
Belichick begins his 23rd season as the Patriots coach, general manager, and football czar with more questions and doubts than he has faced since 2001, when he was beginning his second season and coming off a 5-11 campaign.
The public has little confidence in the Patriots as they open their 2022 season Sunday in Miami. The Patriots have the 21st-best Super Bowl odds (50-1), the 12th-best odds out of 16 to win the AFC (25-1), and the third-best odds out of four to win the AFC East (5-1).
It’s a bit jarring that a Belichick-coached team — one that went 10-7 with a rookie quarterback last year — would have so little buzz entering the season. But Belichick and the Patriots squandered any positive momentum with a horrid finish to last season and an underwhelming offseason rife with curious decisions.
The questions start on offense, where Belichick opted to replace offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels with Patricia and Judge, two coaches who have never been offensive coordinator or quarterbacks coach at any level.
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If the offense sputters, Patricia and Judge will get the ridicule. But it’s really all on Belichick, who decided on the unusual setup.
“Bill’s a well-thought-out guy. It’s not like he threw darts at the board and said, ‘You know, I’ll go with Patricia and Judge,’ ” said NBC analyst Chris Simms, who coached on the Patriots staff in 2012. “But I don’t have an answer. I think that’s why we’re all a little bit like, ‘Wow, how is this going to turn out?’ ”
The questions go well beyond the coaching staff. A 1-4 finish last year, punctuated by a 47-17 blowout loss to the Bills in the playoffs, showed how far the Patriots were from contending. The offense lacked explosive playmakers, and the defense couldn’t stop the run or sack the quarterback.
Yet Belichick and the Patriots treated their roster like a finished product this offseason. A year after going wild in free agency, spending $175 million fully guaranteed, the Patriots went dark in the spring of 2022.
Belichick didn’t get Mac Jones any elite weapons, which was a clear need. While the Dolphins added Tyreek Hill and the Raiders got Davante Adams and the Eagles got A.J. Brown, Belichick went the value route and traded for DeVante Parker, who has had trouble staying healthy and was on the outs in Miami.
While the Bills added Von Miller, Belichick let cornerback J.C. Jackson leave in free agency and replaced him with Malcolm Butler, whose comeback attempt ended in a release. Belichick got rid of veteran linebackers Dont’a Hightower, Kyle Van Noy, and Jamie Collins, and replaced them with near-minimum-salary players Raekwon McMillan and Mack Wilson. Belichick didn’t add a pass rusher or any other cornerbacks. He took a guard with a first-round pick.
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The Patriots say they didn’t need to make wholesale changes — that players such as Jonnu Smith, Nelson Agholor, Matthew Judon, Kendrick Bourne, and Hunter Henry will all play smarter and faster and have better production in their second year in Foxborough. Good luck with that.
Lastly, there are serious questions about Belichick’s effectiveness as a coach now that Tom Brady is no longer here. Since starting 8-0 in 2019 — Brady’s final season — Belichick’s record is 21-22, including 0-2 in the playoffs.
Most alarmingly, Belichick’s teams have collapsed in three straight seasons. From 2000-18, the Patriots had a league-best .800 win percentage in December and January regular-season games (72-18). But they have gone 2-3 in December/January in each of the last three years, plus two more postseason losses for a win percentage of .353 (6-11).
The Patriots aren’t inspiring much confidence so far in 2022. Training camp was fairly brutal; the offense was a mess, key players were mysteriously absent or disgruntled (Bourne, Isaiah Wynn, Trent Brown), and joint practices against the Panthers were a disaster, marred by some of the worst fights ever seen at a Patriots practice. It looked as if Belichick lost control of his team.
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Now as the Patriots prepare for the season opener, Belichick is being derided nationally for a “desperation move,” as CBS’s Bart Scott put it, in bringing the Patriots down to Florida five days early to acclimate to the heat.
Belichick, to his credit, says he’s ready to take on all criticism.
“If it doesn’t go well, blame me,” he says.
It’s admirable that he wants to protect his protégés. And if the Patriots season does turn out well, it will only further confirm Belichick’s genius.
But he had better get ready for a barrage of criticism. The 2022 Patriots are his team, warts and all.
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By FELIPE DANA
Associated Press
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Emergency crews on Tuesday sifted through the rubble of a building struck by Ukrainian rockets, killing at least 63 Russian soldiers barracked there, in the latest blow to the Kremlin’s war strategy as Ukraine says Moscow’s tactics could be shifting.
An Associated Press video of the scene in Makiivka, a town in the partially Russian-occupied eastern Donetsk region, showed five cranes and emergency workers removing big chunks of concrete under a clear blue sky.
In the attack, which apparently happened last weekend, Ukrainian forces fired rockets from a U.S.-provided HIMARS multiple launch system, according to a Russian Defense Ministry statement.
It was one of the deadliest attacks on the Kremlin’s forces since the war began more than 10 months ago and an embarrassment that stirred renewed criticism inside Russia of the way the war is being conducted.
The Russian statement Monday about the attack provided few other details. Other, unconfirmed reports put the death toll much higher.
The Strategic Communications Directorate of Ukraine’s armed forces claimed Sunday that around 400 mobilized Russian soldiers were killed in a vocational school building in Makiivka and about 300 more were wounded. That claim couldn’t be independently verified. The Russian statement said the strike occurred “in the area of Makiivka” and didn’t mention the vocational school.
Satellite photos analyzed by The AP show the apparent aftermath of the strike. An image from Dec. 20 showed the building standing. An image from Jan. 2 showed it reduced to rubble. Other days had intense cloud cover, making it impossible to see the site by standard satellite imagery.
Vigils for soldiers killed in the strike took place in two Russian cities Tuesday, the state RIA Novosti agency reported.
In Samara, in southwestern Russia, locals gathered for an Orthodox service in memory of the dead. The service was followed by a minute’s silence, and flowers were laid at a Soviet-era war memorial, RIA reported.
Unconfirmed reports in Russian-language media said the victims were mobilized reservists from the region.
With the fighting raging much longer than anticipated by the Kremlin, and becoming bogged down in a war of attrition amid a Ukrainian counteroffensive backed by Western-supplied weapons, Russian President Vladimir Putin is mulling ways of regaining momentum.
His plan, according to Ukrainian officials, includes stepping up bombardments of Ukraine’s territory with Iranian-made exploding drones.
“We have information that Russia is planning a prolonged attack by Shaheds (exploding drones),” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in his nightly video address late Monday.
He said the goal is to break Ukraine’s resistance by “exhausting our people, (our) air defense, our energy,” more than 10 months after Russia invaded its neighbor.
For the Russian military, the exploding drones are a cheap weapon which also spreads fear among Ukrainian troops and civilians. The United States and its allies have sparred with Iran over Tehran’s role in allegedly supplying Moscow with the drones.
The Institute for the Study of War said that Putin is striving to strengthen support for his strategy among key voices in Russia.
“Russia’s air and missile campaign against Ukraine is likely not generating the Kremlin’s desired information effects among Russia’s nationalists,” the think tank said late Monday.
“Such profound military failures will continue to complicate Putin’s efforts to appease the Russian pro-war community and retain the dominant narrative in the domestic information space,” it added.
Meanwhile, drone advances in Ukraine have accelerated a trend that could soon bring the world’s first fully autonomous fighting robots to the battlefield. Experts say it may be a matter of time before Russia or Ukraine deploy them.
Putin’s additional reliance on currently available drones might not help him achieve his goals, however, as Ukraine claims a high success rate against the weapons. Even so, part of the intention using drones is to exhaust Ukrainian air defenses.
During the first two days of the new year, which were marked by relentless nighttime drone attacks on Ukrainian cities and energy infrastructure, the country’s forces shot down more than 80 Iranian-made drones, Zelenskyy said.
Since September, Ukraine’s armed forces have shot down almost 500 drones, Ukrainian air force spokesman Yurii Ihnat claimed in a television interview Tuesday.
As well as seeking to wear down resistance to Russia’s invasion, the long-range bombardments have targeted the power grid to leave civilians at the mercy of biting winter weather as power outages ripple across the country.
In the latest fighting, a Russian missile strike overnight on the city of Druzhkivka in the Donetsk region wounded two people, the deputy head of Ukraine’s presidential office, Kyrylo Tymoshenko, reported Tuesday.
The Russian military on Tuesday acknowledged carrying out strikes on Druzhkivka and Kramatorsk, also in Donetsk. The Defense Ministry claimed it destroyed four HIMARS launchers in the area. This claim could not be independently verified.
A reporter with French broadcaster TF1 was live on television screens when a blast from one of the strikes erupted behind him in Druzhkivka. A German reporter with Bild newspaper suffered a minor injury from shrapnel in the same bombardment.
Officials said the attack ruined an ice hockey arena described as the largest hockey and figure skating school in Ukraine.
In the recently retaken areas of the southern Kherson region, Russian shelling on Monday killed two people and wounded nine, Kherson’s Ukrainian governor, Yaroslav Yanushevych, said Tuesday. He said Russian forces fired at the city of Kherson 32 times on Monday.
He also reported that two people were killed in the Kherson region Tuesday after driving over a mine left by withdrawing Russian troops.
Also, one civilian was killed and two others wounded on Tuesday morning as Russian forces shelled the city of Kurakhove in the eastern Donetsk region, hitting a residential area, local Gov. Pavlo Kyrylenko reported.
In other developments Tuesday:
Ukraine’s main security service announced that it was bringing criminal charges against two high-ranking Russian commanders accused of overseeing strikes against civilians.
The Security Service of Ukraine, known by its acronym SBU, said in a statement on its website that it had collected a “high-quality body of evidence” against Sergei Kobylash, commander of Russia’s long-range aviation force, and Igor Osipov, the former head of the Russian Black Sea Fleet. The two are charged under Ukrainian law with violating the country’s territorial integrity and with “planning, preparing, initiating and conducting a war of aggression,” crimes which carry a maximum sentence of life in prison.
Although it is unlikely that Kyiv will be able to bring Kobylash and Osipov to trial in the near future, the announcement marks the first time Ukrainian authorities brought charges linked directly to attacks on residential areas and civilian infrastructure.
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Jon Gambrell in Rome contributed to this report.
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Sweet Earth® Debuts Korean BBQ-Style Chik'n and Cacio e Pepe Entrée Bowls as flavorful on-the-go options for the summer
ARLINGTON, Va., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, award-winning plant-based innovator Sweet Earth Foods is announcing the debut of two new frozen entrée bowls, Korean BBQ-Style Chik'n and Cacio e Pepe, available in the freezer aisle at select retailers starting in June.
Both bowls are Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, and made with wholesome, veggie-forward ingredients; each serving includes between 15 – 16 grams of protein and 5 – 7 grams of fiber. More details include:
- Sweet Earth® Korean BBQ-Style Chik'n Entrée Bowl: Inspired by the growing popularity of Korean flavors, this savory dish combines plant-based ingredients like sweet and spicy Korean BBQ-style Chik'n with veggies including edamame, carrots, snap peas and sesame seeds over a cauliflower and brown rice blend.
- Sweet Earth® Cacio e Pepe Entrée Bowl: Inspired by the popular pasta dish originating from Rome, this gluten-free bowl features an indulgently creamy and flavorful vegan parmesan-style cheese and black pepper sauce made from cashews over chickpea pasta with added veggies.
With 75% of people planning to buy more frozen food as eating at home remains the norm, Sweet Earth is creating convenient, plant-based options with global flavors consumers desire. In fact, studies show consumption of Cacio e Pepe has grown by over 35%, while Korean BBQ is one of the top Korean dishes consumed in the US.*
"At Sweet Earth, we're always looking to offer plant-based versions of the unique flavors and dishes consumers love," said Jennifer Barnes, vice president and general manager of Sweet Earth Foods. "As schedules pick back up, we want to ensure we're offering mindfully made and delicious veg-forward options that people can rely on to satisfy their taste buds and fuel their busy lifestyles."
Both entrée bowls are available at select Target locations nationwide and have a suggested retail price of $4.99. Additionally, the Sweet Earth® Korean BBQ-Style Chik'n entrée bowl will be available at select Meijer, HEB, and Giant Food stores nationwide starting this month with increased availability in the coming weeks. To find Sweet Earth products at a store near you, visit https://www.goodnes.com/sweet-earth/where-to-buy/
About Sweet Earth Foods
Sweet Earth Foods is an award-winning, innovative vegetarian and vegan food company that offers over 30 culinary-driven products. Founded in California, the company has won over plant-based flavor-seekers and those looking to reduce meat intake with its diverse portfolio of delicious, nutritious takes on timelessly appealing foods—from plant-based Chik'n and deli meats, to bowls and pizzas, to breakfast items and snacks. The Sweet Earth® brand encourages consumers to Never Stop Tasting, setting the expectation that compromising on flavor isn't an option with vegetarian and vegan food. Every product has been carefully crafted by the Sweet Earth culinary innovation team, using diverse ingredients and showcasing bold flavors from across the globe. For more information, please visit www.SweetEarthFoods.com and connect with us on Instagram at @sweetearthfoods.
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TX Lake Charles LA Zone Forecast for Thursday, September 8, 2022
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245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
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Tyler-
Including the cities of Town Bluff, Fred, Hillister, Ivanhoe,
Spurger, Warren, and Woodville
245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Northeast winds around
5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Northeast winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. North winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. East winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. North winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 60s.
Highs in the lower 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper
60s. Highs in the lower 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s.
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Hardin-
Including the cities of Lumberton and Silsbee
245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs around 90. Northeast winds around 5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Northeast winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Temperature falling
into the mid 80s in the afternoon. North winds around 5 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. East winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. North winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows around 70.
.MONDAY THROUGH TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the lower 90s.
Lows in the lower 70s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 60s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs around 90.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 60s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs
around 90. Chance of rain 30 percent.
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TXZ215-092215-
Jefferson-
Including the cities of Beaumont, Sabine Pass,
and Sea Rim State Park
245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Northeast winds around
5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. East winds around
5 mph, becoming north after midnight.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs around 90. Temperature falling into the mid 80s
in the afternoon. Northeast winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds around 5 mph, becoming west after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Temperature falling into the
mid 80s in the afternoon. North winds around 5 mph, becoming east
around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Temperature falling into the
mid 80s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
Highs in the upper 80s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper
80s. Lows in the lower 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny with a chance of showers. Highs in the upper
80s. Temperature falling into the mid 80s in the afternoon.
Chance of rain 40 percent.
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Orange-
Including the cities of Orange, Vidor, and Bridge City
245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Northeast winds around
5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 70. Northeast winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs around 90. Temperature falling into the mid 80s
in the afternoon. Northeast winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain
40 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. East winds
around 5 mph, becoming west after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Temperature falling into the
mid 80s in the afternoon. North winds around 5 mph. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
Highs in the upper 80s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Clear. Lows in the upper 60s.
Highs in the upper 80s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs in
the upper 80s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
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Northern Jasper-
Including the cities of Holly Springs, Jasper, Kirbyville,
Magnolia Springs, Mt. Union, and Roganville
245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs around 90. Northeast winds around 5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Northeast winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs around 90. North winds around 5 mph. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. East winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. North winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 60s.
Highs around 90.
.MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the
upper 60s. Highs around 90.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs around 90.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper
60s. Highs around 90.
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Northern Newton-
Including the cities of Burkeville, Farrsville, Jamestown,
Newton, Wiergate, Bleakwood, and Call
245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Northeast winds around
5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Northeast winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs around 90. North winds around 5 mph. Chance of
rain 40 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Northeast
winds around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. North winds around
5 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 60s.
Highs in the upper 80s.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s.
Highs in the upper 80s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s.
.WEDNESDAY THROUGH THURSDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper
80s. Lows in the mid 60s.
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Southern Jasper-
Including the cities of Gist, Buna, and Evadale
245 AM CDT Fri Sep 9 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs around 90. Northeast winds around 5 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Northeast winds
around 5 mph in the evening, becoming light and variable.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the
afternoon. Highs around 90. Temperature falling into the mid 80s
in the afternoon. Northeast winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 70. East winds around
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BAMBER BRIDGE, England — In the early 1980s, a Black maintenance worker in northern England noticed what he thought was termite damage in the wooden facade of a bank.
"I flippantly said to my colleagues, 'You've got big termites!'" Clinton Smith, now 70, recalls. "And they looked at me with complete dismay and said, 'No, they're not termite holes, lad — they're bullet holes.'"
They were bullet holes from a deadly World War II battle in Bamber Bridge, a tiny village in the northern English county of Lancashire. What surprised Smith most was that this battle wasn't against the Nazis. It was between Black and white U.S. soldiers stationed nearby.
When American troops deployed to Europe to fight Hitler, they brought Jim Crow with them. And when Black soldiers stationed in Bamber Bridge stood up to the racism and discrimination, one of them was shot dead, and more than 30 others were court-martialed for mutiny.
Eighty years later, they have yet to be exonerated.
The Battle of Bamber Bridge — which took place 80 years ago this weekend, on June 24-25, 1943 — was a precursor to battles that would unfold on American streets for decades to come, during the Civil Rights era. It horrified the mostly white local villagers, who were unaccustomed to segregation and had befriended their Black guests. But because of wartime censorship, the battle was virtually unknown outside the tiny English village where it happened.
Smith, shocked by what colleagues told him about the origin of the bullet holes he'd spotted that day, vowed to change that — and has spent the past 40 years doing so.
The U.S. military was racially segregated
It wasn't until 1948 — after the war — that the U.S. government banned segregation in the armed forces. Before that, the military largely kept white and nonwhite soldiers apart. Military police were tasked with enforcing segregation rules — even while deployed abroad in the United Kingdom.
"In many places, the Army instituted a policy whereby white troops could go into town Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Black troops could go Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays — to keep them apart," says Gregory Cooke, a Black historian and educator from Philadelphia who helped make a 2013 documentary called Choc'late Soldiers from the USA, about Black U.S. soldiers who fought in World War II.
During the war, Black troops who volunteered for combat roles often had to give up their rank and take a pay cut.
"The Army did not want a Black sergeant commanding a white private," Cooke notes.
For his film, he interviewed Black troops who came from the American South, where there had been lynchings — and deployed to Britain, where they were not in danger of such attacks. He says Black veterans told him that for the most part, "white Brits treated Black Americans as Americans, as allies, as equals — and as human beings."
That was especially true, Cooke says, in the little village of Bamber Bridge, population just 12,000. In 1943, it became the temporary wartime home of the U.S. military's 1511th Quartermaster Truck Regiment, a logistics unit staffed by Black soldiers and commanded by white officers. Because of segregation rules, the latter were housed separately, in the nearby city of Preston.
So it was the Black members of that unit whom the locals got to know best.
"They brought their [Black] culture with them, and their dance, that wicked Lindy Hop!" says Chris Lomax, mayor of South Ribble, the borough that includes Bamber Bridge. "We loved it in this country and we joined in."
Tension had been building between Black and white U.S. soldiers in Bamber Bridge
Days before violence broke out in Bamber Bridge, the U.S. experienced some of its worst race riots to date, in Detroit, from June 20-22, 1943. Dozens of people, mostly Black, were killed. In the days that followed, news of those riots reached Black soldiers deployed abroad — and it contributed to their frustration.
"There was an idea that we should be fighting for democracy at home and abroad, but our situation isn't improving. It's bad at home and it's bad here," says Alan Rice, a Black studies expert at the University of Central Lancashire. "[Black soldiers] keep getting stopped by the military police, and there's also the deep fear of miscegenation in the American military police and the white officer class — who just see it as an incredible danger, the fraternization that's going on between Black soldiers and white women from the local community."
(This was the era of lynchings in the U.S. of Black men like Emmett Till, if they were perceived to have made any sexual advances toward white women.)
In Bamber Bridge, all these tensions erupted into violence at a 17th century thatched-roof pub called Ye Olde Hob Inn. It was a popular watering hole where American troops used to drink with locals, around the corner from the Adams Hall Army camp, where Black U.S. troops stayed.
This account of what happened next is based on NPR interviews with historians, activists and Bamber Bridge residents, some of whom are descendants of witnesses to the battle, as well as archive footage of interviews with those witnesses.
Shots ring out in Bamber Bridge
On the night of June 24, 1943, Pvt. Eugene Nunn, who was Black, returned to Bamber Bridge after driving a military supply truck to nearby Manchester. Around closing time, he stopped for a drink at the pub, while he was still in his field uniform. Two white military police, Cpl. Roy Windsor and Pfc. Ralph Ridgeway, tried to reprimand Nunn for not wearing his dress uniform.
"He's in the wrong uniform, he's got a bottle in his hand — and he's Black," says Rice, the historian.
When the military police confronted Nunn at the pub, fellow Black soldiers and white villagers both rushed to his defense, yelling at the white officers. Nunn hadn't done anything wrong, they said. A crowd of about a dozen people formed, and the two white officers were outnumbered, so they retreated. Then someone threw a beer bottle at them.
"The court-martial transcripts spend more time on the amount of beer covering the American military policemen than they do with the subsequent death and injuries," Rice notes. "I think that says a lot."
The white officers vowed to return with reinforcements — and did so, with a machine gun mounted on their Jeep.
Meanwhile, Black soldiers retreated to their barracks, deliberated about what to do, and then decided to raid the local armory. They then confronted the white military police on Station Street, the main thoroughfare in Bamber Bridge.
But before that, Black soldiers "actually went back along the street, advising the locals with whom they'd built up a good relationship to stay indoors because there's going to be trouble," says Smith, the former maintenance worker who now heads the Preston Black History Group. "That's the relationship that they had."
It's unclear who fired first.
At least 400 shots rang out in Bamber Bridge that night, ricocheting down Station Street for five hours. Eunice Byers, who at age 106 is the battle's last surviving witness, recalls watching gunfire outside her window that night.
When the smoke cleared on the morning of June 25, 1943, a Black soldier — Pvt. William Crossland — lay dead in the street.
The price paid for Pvt. Crossland's death
The U.S. military said Crossland died in crossfire. Witnesses said he was shot in the back. He is buried in an American military cemetery in Cambridge, England, with no cause of death listed.
"Sometimes the most important deaths are not the unknown soldiers. They're the soldiers whose narratives tell us so much about the place we were in and the place we are now," says the historian Rice.
Thirty-five of Crossland's Black comrades were court-martialed, and 28 were convicted of taking part in what the U.S. military labeled as a mutiny. They were given prison sentences of three months to 15 years in prison.
Some later had their sentences commuted, so the military could keep them deployed through the end of the war — when it desperately needed the troops.
But they have never been exonerated.
In 1945, when the war ended, the Black convicts of Bamber Bridge returned home as part of what America calls its "greatest generation." They were unlikely to advertise having been involved in what the military called a mutiny, at a time of patriotic fanfare and celebrations about winning the war.
Cooke, the U.S. historian, has been searching for survivors. About 20 years ago, he managed to find just one — an elderly Black veteran living in Colorado.
"And he refused to talk to me about it. Our conversation lasted like no more than two minutes. People in his family may not have known. If he was court-martialed, it's not something he'd come back and voluntarily talk about," Cooke explains. "I got in touch with him 60 years later, and it was probably like reopening a wound for him."
Survivors of the battle would be at least 100 years old by now.
Healing the wounds of Bamber Bridge
The U.S. military has come a long way since segregation. It now has Black officers in its senior ranks, including generals. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is Black. So is President Biden's nominee to be the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
But it is the residents of Bamber Bridge, not U.S. military officials, who have led a push for justice for the Black Americans who briefly lived here — and for the one who died.
"It was about right and wrong, about working-class solidarity," says Danny Lyons, 38, a local welder who recorded oral histories of his elderly neighbors in Bamber Bridge, who remember the battle. A short film by Lyons will be screened during commemorations for the 80th anniversary this weekend.
"You've got [Black GIs] coming over here, they were away from home, they were missing their families, they were fighting the war against fascism — and they've got all that stuff going on at home," Lyons says. "Basically it's about right and wrong."
Another person who's been pushing for justice for the Black convicts of Bamber Bridge is actually a representative of the U.S. government.
"This story gets told whether we're a part of it or not. So let's be a part of it," says Aaron Snipe, spokesperson for the U.S. Embassy in London. "We're a strong enough democracy to tell the entire story."
Snipe, who is Black, will represent the U.S. government at an academic symposium about the Battle of Bamber Bridge this Friday, on the eve of its 80th anniversary.
"My grandfather was alive during this time period, he worked on a military base in the United States where German prisoners of war were held, and he used to tell us stories about how the German prisoners of war were treated better than many of the African Americans who worked on this base," Snipe says. "So this is part of our history."
Those who fought in Bamber Bridge may have gone to their graves with the story of their alleged mutiny. So their descendants may know nothing about it. But the names of those Black men are still well-known to villagers in England. They will be remembered in a ceremony on the Bamber Bridge village green this weekend.
"Pvt. Nunn, Pvt. Ogletree, Pvt. Wise, and of course William Crossland. There's an awful lot of potential families out there and they've got a lot to be proud of," Rice says. "Their ancestors stood up against the racism of a segregated army, and also made a great impression on local people here who were very proud to have them in their town."
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Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez declared winner in Washington's 3rd Congressional District
The seat was previously held by a Republican who lost in the primary after voting impeach former President Trump
The Associated Press has called the House race in Washington state's 3rd Congressional District for Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez.
Perez currently leads Republican Joe Kent 50.8% to 49.2%, a margin of 4,621 votes, with 70% of votes counted.
The victory for Perez is a Democrat pickup of a seat that has been held by Republicans since 2011.
The seat had been held by Republican Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler who lost in her primary race after being one of the 10 Republicans to vote to impeach former President Donald Trump over his role in the Capitol Hill riot in January 2021.
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Gluesenkamp Perez — who co-owns an auto shop with her husband just across the Columbia River in Portland, Oregon — said that as a small business owner who lives in a rural part of the district, she is more in line with voters.
Kent, a former Green Beret who was endorsed by Trump, has called for the impeachment of President Joe Biden and an investigation into the 2020 election.
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"What the media says is irrelevant, its another narrative designed to stop voters from ballot curing & to force me to concede - not gonna happen," Kent tweeted around the time of the AP's call.
The results of about two dozen congressional races across the country are still outstanding, and all Republicans need to successfully flip the chamber are seven of them.
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So far, after Tuesday’s midterm elections results, Republicans have secured 211 seats of the chamber's 435 members — just shy of a 218-member majority.
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BEIJING (AP) — China on Sunday announced its first new death from COVID-19 in nearly half a year as strict new measures are imposed in Beijing and across the country to ward against new outbreaks.
The death of the 87-year-old Beijing man was the first reported by the National Health Commission since May 26, bringing the total death toll to 5,227. The previous death was reported in Shanghai, which underwent a major springtime surge in cases.
China on Sunday announced 24,215 new cases detected over the previous 24 hours, the vast majority of them asymptomatic.
While China has an overall vaccination rate of more than 92% having received at least one dose, that number is considerably lower among the elderly — particularly those over age 80 — where it falls to just 65%. The commission did not give details on the vaccination status of the latest deceased.
That vulnerability is considered one reason why China has mostly kept its borders closed and is sticking with its rigid “zero-COVID” policy that seeks to wipe out infections through lockdowns, quarantines, case tracing and mass testing, despite the impact on normal life and the economy and rising public anger at the authorities.
China says its tough approach has paid off in much lower numbers of cases and deaths than in other countries, such as the U.S.
With a population of 1.4 billion, China has officially reported just 286,197 cases since the virus was first detected in the central Chinese city of Wuhan in late 2019. That compares to 98.3 million cases and 1 million deaths for the U.S., with its population of 331.9 million, since the virus first appeared there in 2020.
China’s figures have come under question, however, based on the ruling Communist Party’s long-established reputation for manipulating statistics, the lack of outside scrutiny and a highly subjective criteria for determining cause of death.
Unlike in other countries, the deaths of patients who presented COVID-19 symptoms were often attributed to underlying conditions such as diabetes or heart disease, obscuring the real number of deaths from the virus and almost certainly leading to an undercount.
Critics pointed especially to this year’s outbreak in Shanghai. The city of more than 25 million only reported about two dozen coronavirus deaths despite an outbreak that spanned more than two months and infected hundreds of thousands of people in the world’s third-largest city.
China has also defied advice from the World Health Organization to adopt a more targeted prevention strategy. Beijing has resisted calls to cooperate fully with the investigation into the origin of the virus, angrily rejecting suggestions it may have leaked from a Wuhan lab, seeking to turn such accusations on the U.S. military instead.
In all cases, the party’s instinct to use total control — even using routine testing information to limit people’s movements — has won out, with only slight concessions made to criticisms aired on highly censored internet forums.
In response to the latest outrage, the central city of Zhengzhou said Sunday it will no longer require a negative COVID-19 test from infants under age 3 and other “special groups” seeking health care.
The announcement by the Zhengzhou city government came after a second child’s death was blamed on overzealous anti-virus enforcement. The 4-month-old girl died after suffering vomiting and diarrhea while in quarantine at a hotel in Zhengzhou.
Reports said it took her father 11 hours to get help after health care workers refused to provide assistance and she finally was sent to a hospital 100 kilometers (60 miles) away. Internet users expressed anger at “zero COVID” and demanded officials in Zhengzhou be punished for failing to help the public.
That follows an earlier outcry over a 3-year-old boy’s death from carbon monoxide poisoning in the northwest. His father blamed health workers in the city of Lanzhou, who he said tried to stop him from taking his son to a hospital.
Other cases include a pregnant woman who miscarried after she was refused entry to a hospital in the northwestern city of Xi’an and forced to sit outside in the cold for hours.
Clashes between authorities and residents fed up with restrictions have been reported in numerous cities despite tight controls on information. A new round of mass testing has been ordered in Huizhu district in the southern manufacturing hub of Guangzhou that has seen such frictions involving migrant workers shut out of their homes, the local government said on its official microblog Sunday.
Each such case brings promises from the party — most recently last week — that people in quarantine or who can’t show negative test results wouldn’t be blocked from getting emergency help.
Yet, the party has often found itself unable to rein in stringent and often unauthorized measures imposed by local officials who fear losing their jobs or facing prosecution if outbreaks occur in areas under their jurisdiction.
Nearly three years into the pandemic, while the rest of the world has largely opened up and the impact on the Chinese economy rises, Beijing has mostly kept its borders closed and discouraged travel even within the country.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal regulators are ordering Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and CEO Andy Jassy to testify in the government's investigation of Amazon Prime, rejecting the company’s complaint that the executives are being unfairly harassed in the probe of the popular streaming and shopping service.
The Federal Trade Commission issued an order late Wednesday denying Amazon’s request to cancel civil subpoenas sent in June to Bezos, the Seattle-based company's former CEO, and Jassy. The order also sets a deadline of Jan. 20 for the completion of all testimony by Bezos, Jassy and 15 other senior executives, who also were subpoenaed.
Jassy took over the helm of the online retail and tech giant from Bezos, one of the world’s richest individuals, in July 2021. Bezos became executive chairman.
Amazon hasn’t made the case that the subpoenas “present undue burdens in terms of scope or timing,” FTC Commissioner Christine Wilson said in the order on behalf of the agency. However, the FTC did agreed to modify some provisions of the subpoenas that it acknowledged appeared too broad.
The FTC has been investigating since March 2021 the sign-up and cancellation practices of Amazon Prime, which has an estimated 200 million members around the globe.
Amazon didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment Thursday on the FTC’s order.
In a petition to the FTC filed last month, the company objected to the subpoenas to Bezos and Jassy, saying the agency “has identified no legitimate reason for needing their testimony when it can obtain the same information, and more, from other witnesses and documents.” Amazon said the FTC was hounding Bezos, Jassy and the other executives, calling the information demanded in the subpoenas “overly broad and burdensome.”
The company said it has cooperated with FTC staff to provide relevant information, offering up some 37,000 pages of documents.
The investigation has widened to include at least five other Amazon-owned subscription programs: Audible, Amazon Music, Kindle Unlimited, Subscribe & Save, and an unidentified third-party program not offered by Amazon. The regulators have asked the company to identify the number of consumers who were enrolled in the programs without giving their consent, among other customer information.
With an estimated 150 million U.S. subscribers, Amazon Prime is a key source of revenue, as well as a wealth of customer data, for the company, which runs an e-commerce empire and ventures in cloud computing, personal “smart” tech and beyond. Amazon Prime costs $139 a year. The service added a coveted feature this year by obtaining exclusive video rights to the NFL’s “Thursday Night Football.”
Last year, Amazon asked unsuccessfully that FTC Chair Lina Khan step aside from separate antitrust investigations into its business, contending that her public criticism of the company’s market power before she joined the government makes it impossible for her to be impartial. Khan was a fierce critic of tech giants Facebook (now Meta), Google and Apple, as well as Amazon. She arrived on the antitrust scene in 2017, writing an influential study titled “Amazon’s Antitrust Paradox” when she was a Yale law student. | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/FTC-says-Bezos-Jassy-must-testify-in-probe-of-17459854.php | 2022-09-22 18:34:20 | 0 | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/FTC-says-Bezos-Jassy-must-testify-in-probe-of-17459854.php |
Revolutionary restaurant concept from Taco Bell® and its family-owned, long-standing franchisee partner reimagines the drive-thru experience
IRVINE, Calif., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Taco Bell is redefining drive-thrus as consumers know it with one of its most innovative Taco Bell restaurant designs yet. Coined "Taco Bell Defy," the restaurant that broke ground last summer will open its doors – but most importantly, its four-lane drive-thru – in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota on June 7. The first of its kind two-story model delivers innovative technology and design, like a proprietary vertical lift to transport iconic craveable Taco Bell menu items straight from the kitchen to fans.
"Taco Bell Defy is an incredible innovation for our brand, and one that's meeting our consumer in a really unique way. For decades we've been committed to providing a fast, safe and friendly drive-thru experience; now with our bold goal of creating a two minute or less drive-thru experience for customers of this concept, Taco Bell Defy is the future," said Mike Grams, Taco Bell President and Global COO. "We're thankful for our incredible 36-year partnership with Border Foods and feel like Taco Bell Defy is a culmination of years of success between our teams, along with the expertise of local partners like Vertical Works who helped make this possible."
From digital check-in screens for mobile order customers' unique QR codes, to a two-way audio and video technology service for customers to talk to team members on the second floor, Taco Bell Defy boasts many features that could show up in future Taco Bell restaurants in the US. In the meantime, and in partnership with long-time franchisee Border Foods, the teams are considering potential retrofits that could be made to several of Taco Bell Defy's neighboring restaurants.
Taco Bell knows what it means to deliver on craveability… and do so quickly. The brand's drive-thru speed has been lauded for outperforming the average national drive-thru speed. Taco Bell Defy aims to reduce service times to two minutes or less, all while providing fans with a fun, easy and seamless drive-thru experience. To do this, the restaurant model will solve many challenges of traditional drive-thrus in order to drive convenience for fans. Regardless of how fans order their favorites, Taco Bell Defy has four lanes to accommodate them:
- Pre-orders: Fans who order via the Taco Bell app will score, skip-the-line service. For ultimate ease and convenience, the Taco Bell App can be downloaded ahead of time by visiting the Apple App Store or Google Play.
- Delivery Drivers: For those ordering through a third-party delivery partner, drivers will be able to process orders with the goal of providing an even faster delivery time in getting tacos straight to fans.
- Traditional Drive-Thru: For those who can't resist the purple glowing sign from the street and prefer to drop in for their favorite menu items, there's one lane dedicated solely for this purpose.
"Taco Bell Defy embodies the innovative, entrepreneurial spirit of Minnesota businesses and franchisees," said Lee Engler, co-founder and CEO of Border Foods. "It is a creative, technological solution for a faster, contactless experience for as many Taco Bell fans as possible and is poised to be the future of quick-service dining."
Since 1962, Taco Bell has aimed to be a disruptor within its industry, dating back to when Glen Bell opened his first Taco Bell – later, appropriately named "Numero Uno" in Downey, CA. In what was once a "burger world," Glen aimed to revolutionize what it meant to bring Mexican-inspired food to the masses, with early restaurant concepts that featured walk-up windows, outdoor seating, firepits and live music. In the 70s, drive-thrus were introduced to appeal to shifted consumer behaviors, and since then Taco Bell has introduced innovative restaurant design concepts like Cantina and Go Mobile models. As the brand celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, Taco Bell Defy symbolizes a significant drive-thru evolution, with an advancement in digital to meet consumers' need for speed. From Numero Uno to Defy, Taco Bell's iconic designs continue to follow Glen's vision and always aim to deliver craveable flavors for fans.
Minneapolis-based Vertical Works Inc. merged innovation, design and manufacturing to concept and build much of what fans can expect from Defy, and in doing so reinvented the drive thru experience. Vertical Works is powered by WORKSHOP and PD Instore.
"We applied our innovative approach to problem solving to create a brand new way for consumers to access fast food," said Josh Hanson, co-founder of Vertical Works and CEO and founder of WORKSHOP. "We know today's consumer expects a convenient and memorable experience, and the Taco Bell Defy concept delivers on both."
"We were excited to partner with Border Foods and Taco Bell to bring the Taco Bell Defy concept to life," said Mike Strommen, co-founder of Vertical Works and CEO of PD Instore. "The Border Foods team was facing challenges with streamlining the journey from order to meal hand-off, and the Vertical Works team presented a solution to not only address this, but also deliver a more impactful customer experience overall. Taco Bell Defy's unique design combined with innovative technology delivers food to consumers faster and more efficiently."
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Border Foods is a family-owned franchisee of Taco Bell, the nation's leading Mexican-inspired quick service restaurant. With more than 230 locations (and growing) across the Upper Midwest, it is one of the largest Taco Bell franchises in the country. Headquartered in New Hope, Minnesota, with locations in Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and Montana the company has a people-first culture where leaders work to develop team members for long-term careers with the brand and beyond. For more information about Border Foods, visit the website at www.BorderFoods.com.
For more information about Vertical Works Inc., visit the website at www.VerticalWorks.co. Vertical Works, LLC is a disruptive solutions consultancy powered by designers and makers from WORKSHOP and PD Instore. Vertical Works merges design, manufacturing, and construction to concept and build industry-leading solutions for quick-serve restaurants, retail, healthcare, and beyond. For more information on its entities, please visit www.WORKSHOP.com and www.PDInstore.com.
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Contribution to Food Bank of Iowa Aims to Alleviate Record-High Food Insecurity Across the Heartland and Donation to Iowa FFA Association Supports Future Agricultural Leaders
SMITHFIELD, Va., Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Farmland® recently launched year two of its Honoring the Heartland Tour to invest in the next generation of agricultural leaders, show appreciation to hardworking farming communities, and support neighborhoods rooted in the Midwest through protein-rich food donations. Earlier today, the tour stopped in Des Moines to recognize two important Iowa organizations.
Farmland teamed up with the National Pork Board, Iowa Pork Producers Association, and country music superstar Luke Bryan's Farm Tour to help fight food insecurity across the Heartland in September, contributing over 30,000 pounds of protein to the Food Bank of Iowa. With six Farm Tour stops including a stop in Boone, Iowa, Farmland and the National Pork Board will donate truckloads of protein to local food banks in Iowa, Nebraska, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Minnesota, for an estimated one million servings of protein.
Food Bank of Iowa continues to serve a record number of children, families, seniors, and veterans, providing food assistance to more than 136,000 individuals and 50,000 households in July – the highest number in the food bank's 40-year history. With soaring inflation and food costs, fewer retail donations and rising need, sourcing enough lean protein is an urgent and pressing need for food banks. Protein-rich foods are crucial in the fight against hunger and one of the most valuable resources food banks distribute to pantries and meal sites.
To further say thanks to those making an impact locally, Farmland's food truck provided meals to Food Bank employees and volunteers at the event.
"We're grateful to the teams at Farmland, National Pork Board, Iowa Pork Producers Association, and Luke Bryan's Farm Tour for their generous contribution," said Michele Book, Food Bank of Iowa CEO. "Three hundred thousand Iowans face food insecurity and one-third of them are children. This donation will make a meaningful difference as we work to put food on the table for Iowans in need. Our greatest and constant need is meat. This protein-rich donation could not have come at a better time."
"During the past three years, Iowa's pig farmers – both as individuals and collectively through the Iowa Pork Producers Association – have donated a million pork servings to the people of Iowa," said Trish Cook, Iowa pig farmer and president-elect for the Iowa Pork Producers Association. "We're excited that with the support of Farmland and Luke Bryan's Farm Tour, another 130,000 pork servings will be distributed through the Food Bank of Iowa to those who are food insecure. Iowa's pig farmers focus on producing safe and nutritious protein, and making sure our fellow Iowans have access to that protein is just one way that we show our care for our local communities."
Throughout the state of Iowa, 5,418 pig farmers pride themselves in nourishing families and communities by raising nutritious food, providing 147,105 jobs, and contributing $40.8 billion in economic value to the state.
"The aftermath of inflation is profoundly present in households across the Midwest as many families struggle to balance rising food costs with the other demands of life," said Jonathan Toms, senior community affairs manager for Smithfield Foods. "Farmland is honored to provide the food bank with much-needed protein during this difficult time and support their tireless efforts to combat food insecurity in America's heartland."
Farmland is simultaneously working to strengthen the agricultural industry with its continued partnership with FFA. During the presentation at Food Bank of Iowa, Farmland also made a $9,000 donation to the Iowa FFA Association to support its mission to develop its more than 18,600 students' potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success, as well as to fund community service projects. With 1 in 5 Iowans directly employed in agriculture, institutions like this are vital in creating the next generation of leaders and ensuring a positive future for the category.
"Through this generous gift, students will be able to take the next step in their leadership and career journey through many Iowa FFA conferences and events," said Joshua Remington, executive director for the Iowa FFA Foundation. "Finding talented individuals to serve in our workforce is one of the most difficult challenges for many industries – especially agriculture. Through this donation, the Iowa FFA can continue to develop the next generation of young leaders to fill this critical need. We are proud to partner with Farmland to help make this possible."
"Farmland is honored to support the Iowa FFA Association in its well-rounded approach to help students and alumni develop their personal and professional potential through agriculture education," said Jessica Scarlett, senior associate brand manager for Farmland at Smithfield Foods. "We're humbled to know that our contribution here in Iowa will extend into many arms of the community through the meaningful work of FFA's great minds."
For more information and to see where the Farmland Honoring the Heartland Tour goes next, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter @FarmlandFoods and visit www.farmlandfoods.com.
Founded in 1959, Farmland is the maker of high-quality, flavorful meats. Rooted in rich traditions of America's heartland, Farmland is committed to a strong work ethic, community, substance over flash, and wholesome, quality food that people feel good about serving. Farmland's robust portfolio of products includes varieties of bacon, sausage, ham and lunch meat. For more information about our products and recipe inspiration, please visit www.FarmlandFoods.com or follow us on Facebook (@FarmlandFoods), Instagram (@farmlandfoods) or Twitter (@FarmlandFoods). Farmland is a brand of Smithfield Foods.
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. Our 63,000 team members are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly.®" and have made us one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
Since his debut, Bryan has garnered 29 No. 1 hits and has more RIAA certified digital singles than any other Country artist with 68.5 million. His worldwide global streams are over 18.9 billion and he has sold nearly 13 million albums. His headline concert tours have played sold-out shows for 12 million fans inclusive of 36 stadium concerts, Farm Tours, Spring Break shows, and seven sold-out 'Crash My Playa' destination concert events. The Georgia native is currently headlining his "Raised Up Right Tour." Bryan has won over 50 major music awards including five wins as Entertainer of the Year. His third and most recent Entertainer win was awarded by the Academy of Country Music in 2021. Additional awards include six recognitions as a CMT Artist of the Year, NSAI Artist/Songwriter of the Year, the first-ever recipient of the ACM Album of the Decade Award for Crash My Party, seven CMT Music Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, and four American Music Awards—as well as being named Billboard's Top Country Artist of the 2010s, the Most Heard Artist of the Decade by Country Aircheck, and the Artist Humanitarian Recipient by the Country Radio Broadcasters last year. On Nov.9, Luke and NFL superstar Peyton Manning will host "The 56th Annual CMA Awards" live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena 8:00-11:00 PM/EST on ABC. In 2023, Luke, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie are back for their sixth season as celebrity judges on ABC's American Idol. LukeBryan.com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Tik Tok.
The National Pork Board has responsibility for Pork Checkoff-funded research, promotion and consumer information projects and for communicating with pork producers and the public. The Pork Checkoff funds national and state programs in consumer education and marketing, retail and foodservice marketing, export market promotion, production improvement, science and technology, swine health, pork safety, and environmental management and sustainability. For the past half century, the U.S. pork industry has delivered on its commitment to sustainable production and has made significant strides in reducing the environmental impact of pig farming. Through a legislative national Pork Checkoff, pork producers invest $0.40 for each $100 value of hogs sold. Importers of pork products contribute a like amount, based on a formula. For information on Checkoff-funded programs, pork producers can call the Pork Checkoff Service Center at (800) 456-7675 or visit www.pork.org.
The mission of the Iowa Pork Producers Association is promoting, educating, and providing a leading voice for a sustainable, socially responsible, and globally competitive pork industry. Visit www.IowaPork.org for more information.
The Iowa FFA Association is a youth organization of more than 16,440 student members as part of nearly 250 local FFA chapters across Iowa. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. The Iowa FFA Association was organized by delegates from 23 schools at Iowa State College on May 17, 1929 and is an integral part of public instruction in agriculture. The Iowa Department of Education provides leadership and helps set direction for FFA as a service to local agricultural education programs. For more, visit the Iowa FFA Association online at IowaFFA.com, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Established in 1986, the Iowa FFA Foundation cultivates partnerships to provide financial support assisting the Iowa FFA Association (Iowa FFA), Iowa Professional Agricultural Students Organization (PAS), Iowa Association of Agricultural Educators (IAAE) and the Iowa FFA Alumni & Supporters (Iowa FFA Alumni) in accomplishing their missions. Funds raised by the foundation provide critical skills such as leadership, communication, and career preparedness to today's agricultural youth. In 2020, more than 700 corporate partners and more than 2,200 individual donors joined together to ensure tomorrow's agricultural leaders are prepared to meet today's demands of the agricultural industry. One very generous donor continues to challenge donor to invest in future leaders by matching $0.50 for each $1.00 donated to the Iowa FFA Foundation. For more information or to join our efforts, visit www.iowaffafoundation.org, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
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VICTORVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A pre-dawn explosion and fire leveled a home, injured one person and damaged at least two others Wednesday in Victorville, authorities said.
The blast occurred shortly before 3 a.m. in the San Bernardino County desert community.
Brenda Ogaz said she was awake when she heard an explosion and then a second one.
“I looked out my window and the whole house was engulfed and there were what looked like fireworks coming out," she told the Victor Valley News Group. “We all rushed out to try and help but there was nothing we could do."
Joshlyn Brunt said the force of the blast threw her neighbor into her backyard.
“I heard her screaming, ‘Help me, call the police,’ and she was on my back porch,” Brunt told KCBS-TV. She said she and her children were ordered out of the house because of leaking gas.
A woman with burns was airlifted to a trauma center but there was no immediate word on her condition, authorities said.
Neighbors told the station that the family that lived in the home breeds dogs. An injured dog was taken away by animal control officers.
At least two damaged homes were red-tagged because they were considered unsafe for people to stay there, firefighters said.
The cause of the blast was under investigation.
Neighbors told KCBS-TV that the gas company had been in the area about two weeks ago.
In a statement, Southwest Gas said it checked the neighborhood of the explosion and didn't find any gas leaks. The company also said a contractor made a routine inspection in the area last month and didn't find any gas leaks at that time.
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Dear Abby: I have been dating a wonderful man for two years. He has two grown children, 27 and 21. Both have good jobs and work full time. I have a son who is 12. The issue is family vacations, and paying for things while on vacation.
I feel that since his children are adults, they should help pay for meals, lodging and activities. I'm not saying pay for the entire bill, but throw in $20 for a meal or even offer to pay for something. Don't just expect him or me to pay because it's a family vacation. My 12-year-old paid for his meals on his own because he thinks it's cool -- it made him feel responsible and like an adult. We took a vacation with his 21-year-old, and not once did she offer to pay, or even say thank you.
We get into arguments about this before vacations. I know they're not my kids, but what he's teaching them is that Dad will always pay for everything, even when they have families of their own. Please advise.
-- Miffed In Minnesota
Dear Miffed: Your gentleman friend's "children" behave this way because they have been taught to by their father, who appears to enjoy being the beneficent provider. If you're smart, you will quit starting arguments about this because the dynamic isn't going to change, and he will grow to resent you for it. If you persist, you may wind up ruining your relationship with a "wonderful" man.
Dear Abby: My husband and I have no kids. His family (sister, cousins, etc.) hosts family gatherings two to four times a month. My husband and I both work. My own family does not have many gatherings. I have a hobby I would like to pursue, and I'm considering pursuing it more deeply when I retire. He complains that I want to spend what's left of our weekend on it.
I can't seem to get across to my husband that although I like his family, I don't want to see them to the exclusion of my hobbies and our collective interests. He and his parents expect me at all of these events. I go, and when I do, I have a good time, but that doesn't mean I don't want time to myself.
Unfortunately, my husband isn't interested in my hobby. There are other activities we do together, although we don't have a lot of time for them given his family events. How do I get across to him that he should be supportive? -- Needing Balance In New Jersey
Dear Needing Balance: What you should get across to your husband is that you would have more time to be together if you saw his family less often than four times a month. If that's not acceptable to him, he can sometimes go without you. Try it and you may find there is more quality time to spend with him on some of those weekends.
Dear Readers: I wish a very Happy Mother's Day to mothers everywhere -- birth mothers, adoptive and foster mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers who are raising their grandchildren, and dual-role dads. Orchids to all of you for the love you give not only today, but each and every day.
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MICHIGAN CITY — The Salvation Army of Michigan City is offering a unique way to celebrate the big game by tackling hunger in Michigan City.
A drive-thru food drive is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday to help restock food pantry shelves.
“Watching football in the beginning of February is an American tradition and it has become a favorite pastime to watch the big game every year,” said Major Dale Simmons of The Salvation Army of Michigan City. “This year we thought it would good time to remind our community that it takes a village to tackle hunger, but we can do it together as a team.”
Participants are asked to place donations in the trunk of their vehicles and drive up to the back door of The Salvation Army at 1201 Franklin St. Workers will remove the donations and close the trunk, Simmons said.
To add a football twist to the food drive, those making donations can vote for which team they think will win the game on Sunday.
“At the end of the food drive, we will see which team raised the most donations and see if our prediction is true," Simmons said.
The Salvation Army is seeking donations to the food pantry to help restock the shelves after serving nearly 600 local families with Christmas assistance. In addition, the food pantry serves approximately 500 families per month.
Simmons said the food pantry has seen an increase in need since last fall, and the number of families requesting assistance has remained high.
“During these challenging times, we need to come up with creative ways to continue meeting the need, and a drive-thru food drive allows us to collect necessary items,” he said.
Suggested items for donation are canned fruits and vegetables, spaghetti sauce, cereal, jelly, canned meat, paper products, dish detergent, hygiene products and diapers. Businesses looking to get in on the action can contact Jenilee at 219-874-6885 to get more information.
The Salvation Army of Michigan City food pantry operates 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursday. Those needing food assistance are asked to call 219-874-6885 to schedule a pickup time.
More information about Salvation Army programs and services is available by visiting samichigancity.org or by following The Salvation Army of Michigan City on Facebook.
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His Holiness Patriarch Porfirije visits Northwest Indiana for the first time at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church following major newsworthy visits to Chicago, New York and Milwaukee.
His Holiness Patriarch Porfirije visits Northwest Indiana for the first time at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church following major newsworthy visits to Chicago, New York and Milwaukee.
His Holiness Patriarch Porfirije visits Northwest Indiana for the first time at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church following major newsworthy visits to Chicago, New York and Milwaukee.
His Holiness Patriarch Porfirije visits Northwest Indiana for the first time at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church following major newsworthy visits to Chicago, New York and Milwaukee.
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PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Gwyneth Paltrow appeared in court in Utah on Tuesday morning in a lawsuit filed by a retired optometrist who said that the actor-turned-lifestyle influencer violently crashed into him in 2016 while skiing at one of the most upscale ski resorts in the United States.
Terry Sanderson, 76, said Paltrow was cruising down the slopes so recklessly that they collided, leaving him on the ground as she and her entourage continued their descent down Deer Valley Resort, a skiers-only mountain known for its groomed runs, après-ski champagne yurts and posh clientele.
“Gwyneth Paltrow skied out of control,” Sanderson’s attorneys claim in the lawsuit, “knocking him down hard, knocking him out, and causing a brain injury, four broken ribs and other serious injuries. Paltrow got up, turned and skied away, leaving Sanderson stunned, lying in the snow, seriously injured.”
In a case that has lasted years, Sanderson is suing Paltrow for $300,000 — claiming that the accident in Park City was a result of negligence, and left him with physical injuries and emotional distress. Sanderson and Paltrow both were present in the Park City courthouse on Tuesday to begin the trial that is slated to last longer than a week. A somber-looking Paltrow, wearing a beige knit, tweed harem pants and aviator-style reading glasses, shielded her face from reporters and photographers with a blue portfolio as she entered and exited the courtroom.
Park City is a mountain resort town that hosts the Sundance Film Festival, which draws a throng of celebrities each year.
At ski resorts, the skier who is downhill has the right of way, so a central question in the case is who was farther down the beginner’s run when the collision transpired. Both Paltrow and Sanderson claim in court filings that they were farther downhill when the other rammed into them.
Sanderson also accused Deer Valley and its employees of engaging in a “cover up” by not providing complete information on incident reports and not following resort safety policies.
After his initial lawsuit seeking $3.1 million was dropped, Sanderson amended the complaint and he is now seeking $300,000. Paltrow — the Oscar-winning actor known for her roles in “Shakespeare in Love” and Marvel’s “Iron Man” movies — filed a counterclaim, seeking attorney fees and $1 in damages.
Paltrow has alleged that Sanderson was actually the culprit in the collision, is overstating his injuries, and is trying to exploit her celebrity and wealth. In addition to her acting career, she is also the founder and CEO of high-end wellness company goop.
In court filings, her attorneys deny Sanderson’s claims and say he was the one who crashed into her — a collision in which she sustained a “full body blow.” Her counterclaim alleges that members of Paltrow’s group checked on Sanderson, who assured them he was fine. It casts doubt on his motive and claims of injury, noting that before the incident, he had 15 documented medical conditions.
“He demanded Ms. Paltrow pay him millions. If she did not pay, she would face negative publicity resulting from his allegations,” her attorneys wrote in a 2019 court filing. | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/entertainment-news/gwyneth-paltrow-to-stand-trial-for-deer-valley-ski-crash/ | 2023-03-21 17:59:39 | 1 | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/entertainment-news/gwyneth-paltrow-to-stand-trial-for-deer-valley-ski-crash/ |
DETROIT (AP) — Stellantis and the U.S. government are urging the owners of some 2003 Dodge Ram pickups to stop driving them after a passenger was killed by an exploding Takata air bag inflator.
The company says owners of the pickups should contact a dealer or the company to find out if their trucks are part of a 2015 Takata recall. Stellantis says the trucks shouldn’t be driven until repairs are made.
The company says the person was killed in a May 13 crash that caused the air bags to inflate. Neither Stellantis nor the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration would say where the crash happened or identify the victim. The person ”succumbed to a serious injury consistent with those observed in previous Takata inflator failures,” Stellantis said in a prepared statement Tuesday.
The death is the 26th in the U.S. since May of 2009, and more than 30 people have been killed worldwide. NHTSA said the death was the first due to an exploding front passenger air bag inflator. The rest of the deaths were drivers.
Takata used ammonium nitrate to create a small explosion to inflate air bags in a crash. But the chemical can become more volatile over time when exposed to moisture in the air and repeated high temperatures. The explosion can rupture a metal canister and hurl sharp shrapnel into the passenger compartment.
Most of the deaths and about 400 injuries have happened in U.S., but they also have occurred in Australia and Malaysia.
Potential for the dangerous malfunction led to the largest series of auto recalls in U.S. history, with at least 67 million Takata inflators involved. The U.S. government says that millions have not been repaired. About 100 million inflators have been recalled worldwide. The exploding air bags sent Takata Corp. of Japan into bankruptcy.
Stellantis says it will provide free transportation to help people and their vehicles get to and from dealerships.
The company says 29,000 of the recalled pickups are still on the road but haven’t been repaired. However, NHTSA estimates that there are 84,000. In 2015 the company recalled more than 385,000 of the trucks.
“The older a defective Takata air bag inflator gets, the more dangerous it becomes,” Acting NHTSA Administrator Ann Carlson said in a written statement. “Please get your air bag replaced now for your sake, and for the sake of those who love you.”
The agency says even minor crashes can make the air bags explode and kill people or cause serious injuries.
Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, says the May death is the fourth in its vehicles. It says that six notices were sent to the owner’s home, but the recall repairs weren’t done.
Last year Stellantis told owners of Chrysler 300s and Dodge Magnums, Chargers and Challengers from model years 2005 through 2010 should stop driving them after three other deaths were reported.
The company says about 233,000 of the vehicles haven’t been repaired and remain on the road despite numerous attempts to reach owners.
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SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego Padres left fielder Jurickson Profar collapsed as he was trying to walk off the field after a scary collision with rookie shortstop C.J. Abrams and was then placed on a stretcher and driven away on a cart on Thursday night.
Profar and Abrams both went after a flyball hit by Tommy La Stella of the San Francisco Giants into shallow left field in the fifth inning. Abrams made the catch with his back to the infield and his left knee hit Profar in the left jaw as the left fielder appeared to be positioning himself for a diving catch.
Profar rolled onto his back and was writhing in pain. He was tended to for several minutes and at one point sat up. He attempted to walk off the field, accompanied by trainers, but collapsed just as he got to the infield dirt.
He was on the ground for several more minutes, surrounded by the training staff, before a medical cart arrived. Profar was placed on a stretcher before being driven off on the cart. His teammates watched from a few feet away.
Abrams remained in the game.
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OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The EdSource Board of Directors today announced that Executive Director Anne Vasquez, who took the organization's helm in May 2021, is assuming the new title of Chief Executive Officer of EdSource effective July 26, 2022.
Joel Vargas, president of the Board of Directors, said: "The change not only reflects Anne's able stewardship of EdSource as a trusted, go-to source of news about education in California. It more appropriately signals the breadth of her responsibilities and effectiveness in enhancing the organization, especially as we look to deepen and grow EdSource's impact in the coming years."
Before becoming executive director, Anne was director of content and strategic initiatives at EdSource. In that role, she helped shape editorial strategy, grow partnerships and expand the organization's footprint throughout California. Prior to joining EdSource, Anne was an executive at Tribune Publishing, where she most recently served as senior vice president of strategic initiatives and chief digital officer. She previously was the managing editor of the South Florida Sun Sentinel when the newsroom won its first Pulitzer Prize, the Gold Medal for Public Service. Anne began her career at The Miami Herald and the San Jose Mercury News, where she was an education reporter and later an editor.
EdSource is at a critical inflection point, at a time when its audience has more than doubled, and it has captured the attention of a growing number of policymakers, educators and parents alike. As California emerges from a global pandemic that has upended education, EdSource is uniquely positioned to deliver investigative, watchdog journalism to identify areas that are in need of repair or reform, as well as highlight effective models and strategies that benefit students.
Over a period of more than four decades, EdSource has established its reputation as a highly respected source of education information, research and analysis. It has emerged as the preeminent education news organization in California, home to the nation's largest and most diverse public education system. In recent years, the organization also launched the California Student Journalism Corps, a network of student journalists from around the state who report and write for EdSource and receive career training.
As a nonprofit, independent news organization, EdSource knows that an informed, involved public is necessary to strengthen schools to improve opportunities now and in the future. Since 1977, EdSource has delivered education news analysis and continues to report on the most pressing education issues in California and the nation.
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Bolduc faces increasing scrutiny in New Hampshire Senate race as polling confirms front-runner status
Vehicle trailing Bolduc’s official float in Londonderry parade displayed miniature Confederate battle flag, Bolduc campaign sign
Vehicle trailing Bolduc’s official float in Londonderry parade displayed miniature Confederate battle flag, Bolduc campaign sign
Vehicle trailing Bolduc’s official float in Londonderry parade displayed miniature Confederate battle flag, Bolduc campaign sign
As the front-runner in the GOP U.S. Senate race, retired Brig. Gen. Don Bolduc is now a political target under growing scrutiny.
Gov. Chris Sununu slammed the retired army general, saying he doesn't see him as a serious candidate.
Then, over the weekend, a vehicle trailing Bolduc’s official float in the Londonderry Old Home Day parade displayed both a miniature Confederate battle flag and a Bolduc campaign sign.
Bolduc said when he was informed, he spoke to the man and had him remove the sign.
"I am true blue American. I've served this country for 33-and-a-half years in very diverse organizations, and I’ve never had a problem, I’ve never had a problem with race or anything,” Bolduc said.
Bolduc’s push for conservative grassroots support continues as he has 10 more town halls left to get to his goal of 50 before the primary.
For GOP voters still on the fence, he said he can defeat Sen. Maggie Hassan in November.
"We got this, and I want to assure any undecideds that Don Bolduc is an outsider, he's not beholden to anybody. I’ve made sure of that, and I will go to Washington, D.C., and serve everybody in the state of New Hampshire," Bolduc said.
Political science professors watching this race, like Chris Galdieri at Saint Anselm College, said it seems to be shaping up a lot like the New Hampshire primary that put former president Donald Trump on a path to the White House.
"Particularly, the response to Bolduc’s position at the top of the polls. We saw last week Gov. Sununu said last week he's not a serious candidate he's not going to be the nominee, et cetera, et cetera,” Galdieri said. “What the governor didn't say is who people should vote for instead. And if you think back to 2015 and 2016, there were lots of republicans saying not to support Trump, but there was very little consensus on who the alternative should be." | https://www.wmur.com/article/bolduc-scrutiny-new-hampshire-senate-race-polling-front-runner-82222/40960486 | 2022-08-22 23:43:41 | 0 | https://www.wmur.com/article/bolduc-scrutiny-new-hampshire-senate-race-polling-front-runner-82222/40960486 |
LONDON (AP) — Northern Ireland’s political deadlock deepened Friday when the U.K. government delayed calling an early election for the Belfast-based Assembly after a deadline to restore the mothballed administration expired.
The limbo means more uncertainty and delays to government decision-making at a time when many people in Northern Ireland are struggling with soaring food and energy prices.
A deadline for the Northern Ireland Assembly to elect a governing executive passed at midnight Thursday amid a dispute over post-Brexit trade rules. Under the rules of Northern Ireland’s power-sharing politics, a new election must be held within 12 weeks. Civil servants will keep essential services running in the meantime.
U.K. Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris had been expected to announce a mid-December poll date. Instead, he said he was holding talks with the main political parties.
“I hear when parties say they really do not want an election at all,” he said. But he added that under the political rules he had “limited options.”
“I am still going to be calling an election,” Heaton-Harris said.
“This is a really serious situation,” he added. “As of a minute past midnight last night there are no longer ministers in office in the Northern Ireland Executive. I will take limited but necessary steps to ensure that public services do continue to run and to protect the public finances, but there is a limit to what (I) can do.”
Members of the Northern Ireland Assembly met Thursday but failed to elect a speaker, the first step toward restoring a government that has been on ice since an election in May. Attempts to nominate a speaker were blocked by the biggest British unionist body, the Democratic Unionist Party, as part of its protest over post-Brexit customs checks that unionists see as undermining Northern Ireland’s British identity.
The crisis comes at a time of change in Northern Ireland, a part of the U.K. with two main communities: mostly Protestant unionists who consider themselves British and largely Roman Catholic nationalists who see themselves as Irish.
In May’s election, Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein — which seeks Northern Ireland’s union with Ireland — for the first time became the largest party in the 90-seat assembly, entitling it to fill the post of first minister. The DUP came second.
Sinn Fein’s leader in Northern Ireland, Michelle O’Neill, accused the U.K. government of “doing a bizarre U-turn” and leaving people in limbo.
“We have a situation tonight where people just don’t know what’s going to happen next,” O’Neill said. “That’s not acceptable.”
Northern Ireland is the only part of the U.K. that shares a border with a European Union member — Ireland. When Britain left the bloc in 2020, the two sides agreed to keep the Irish border free of customs posts and other checks because an open border is a key pillar of the peace process that ended decades of violence in Northern Ireland.
Instead, there are checks on some goods entering Northern Ireland from the rest of the U.K.
That solution has spiraled into a political crisis, with unionist politicians refusing to form a government, claiming that the checks as undermining their British identity. The DUP wants the Brexit protocol scrapped, but most other parties in Northern Ireland want to keep it, with tweaks to ease the burden on businesses.
The U.K. and the European Union so far have held so far fruitless negotiations about finding a solution.
DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson said Northern Ireland does not need a “polarizing election.”
“If the secretary of state wants to hold an election, then he should tell us and we will prepare for that election,” Donaldson said. “But if not, then let’s focus on what really needs to be done, which is to find a solution that restores Northern Ireland’s place within the United Kingdom.” | https://www.qcnews.com/news/world-news/ap-uk-delays-calling-n-ireland-election-amid-brexit-impasse/ | 2022-10-29 11:05:59 | 0 | https://www.qcnews.com/news/world-news/ap-uk-delays-calling-n-ireland-election-amid-brexit-impasse/ |
Brittney Griner to release memoir detailing 'harrowing experience' in Russian detainment
Griner's memoir is expected to be released in spring 2024
WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner was released from a Russian jail in December after nearly 10-months in captivity.
Now she’s ready to tell her story.
Griner, 32, announced Tuesday that she will be releasing a memoir about her February 2022 arrest when she was taken into Russian custody at an airport in Moscow on drug-related charges.
"I arrived in Moscow to rejoin the UMMC Ekaterinburg basketball team and was immediately detained at the airport. That day was the beginning of an unfathomable period in my life which only now am I ready to share," Griner wrote in a post on Instagram.
"The primary reason I traveled back to Russia for work that day was because I wanted to make my wife, family, and teammates proud. After an incredibly challenging 10 months in detainment, I am grateful to have been rescued and to be home. Readers will hear my story and understand why I’m so thankful for the outpouring of support from people across the world."
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Publisher Alfred A. Knopf said in a press release Tuesday that the memoir is currently without a title but is scheduled to be released in spring 2024.
It will discuss her nearly 10-month long detainment, her trial, the efforts to bring her home, and the beginning of the #WeAreBG movement.
It will also touch on the pay disparity female athletes face in the U.S. — the driving force behind her playing overseas.
"Griner discloses in vivid detail her harrowing experience of her wrongful detainment (as classified by the State Department) and the difficulty of navigating the byzantine Russian legal system in a language she did not speak," the press release read.
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"Griner also describes her stark and surreal time living in a foreign prison and the terrifying aspects of day-to-day life in a women’s penal colony. At the heart of the book, Griner highlights the personal turmoil she experienced during the near ten-month ordeal and the resilience that carried her through to the day of her return to the United States last December."
Griner added Tuesday that in telling her story, she hopes to "raise awareness" for other Americans "wrongfully detained abroad." | https://www.foxnews.com/sports/brittney-griner-release-memoir-detailing-harrowing-experience-russian-detainment | 2023-04-11 23:17:06 | 1 | https://www.foxnews.com/sports/brittney-griner-release-memoir-detailing-harrowing-experience-russian-detainment |
ATLANTA (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the "Mega Millions" game were:
20-29-31-64-66, Mega Ball: 17, Megaplier: 4
(twenty, twenty-nine, thirty-one, sixty-four, sixty-six; Mega Ball: seventeen; Megaplier: four)
ATLANTA (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the "Mega Millions" game were:
20-29-31-64-66, Mega Ball: 17, Megaplier: 4
(twenty, twenty-nine, thirty-one, sixty-four, sixty-six; Mega Ball: seventeen; Megaplier: four) | https://www.ourmidland.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Mega-Millions-game-17732218.php | 2023-01-21 04:33:13 | 0 | https://www.ourmidland.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Mega-Millions-game-17732218.php |
New single click-to-optin technology drives revenue across portfolio of brands.
CLEARWATER, Fla., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Upexi Inc. (NASDAQ: UPXI) (the "Company" or "Upexi"), a multi-faceted brand owner and innovator in aggregation, announced today that its SaaS Ad Tech Division, Interactive Offers, has filed a patent for its single click-to-optin technology that has fueled growth and partnerships with large publishers.
The competitive landscape and higher advertising costs have forced companies to lower budgets and/or try and find new opportunities. Interactive Offers' unique technology adds value for companies by changing the way advertisers pay for leads. With this new single click-to-optin technology, advertisers will no longer be paying per click or per impression, but will be bidding on a verified lead that has opted in to receive promotions and emails for each advertiser(s).
Upexi CEO Allan Marshall stated, "The response from advertisers and publishers has been positive. This new technology solves a need for us and others. It has been a revenue driver for Interactive Offers and we're now seeing it benefit our portfolio of consumer brands."
Inflation has not only hit retail and grocery stores, but has severely impacted the digital marketing space. "Instagram's CPM (cost per 1,000 impressions) has gone up by 39% in the last year, and Facebook's CPM has gone up by $5 as well to reach $16 from $11 last year. Google has faced a less severe increase, but its CPM has become 12% more expensive as well…" Digital Information World
Interactive Offers has already partnered with Finimize, Benzinga, StreetAuthority, OilPrice.com, InvestingDaily, Maropost, and more who are benefiting from this technology.
The technology has also been deployed on Upexi's in-house eCommerce brands and the Company looks to further expand its offerings to other online businesses. Conversion rates have increased steadily with the new technology.
About Upexi, Inc.
Upexi is a multi-faceted brand owner with established brands in the health, wellness, pet, beauty and other growing markets. We operate in emerging industries with high growth trends and look to drive organic growth of our current brands. We focus on direct to consumer and Amazon brands that are scalable and have anticipated, high industry growth trends. Our goal is to continue to accumulate consumer data and build out a significant customer database across all industries we sell into. The growth of our current database has been key to the year over year gains in sales and profits. To drive additional growth, we have and will continue to acquire profitable Amazon and eCommerce businesses that can scale quickly and reduce costs through corporate synergies. We utilize our in-house, SaaS programmatic ad technology to help achieve a lower cost per acquisition and accumulate consumer data for increased cross-selling between our growing portfolio of brands.
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The stakes are always high in the summer movie season.
But even in a schedule that has heavyweights like Indiana Jones, Ariel, Ethan Hunt and Dominic Toretto vying for box office supremacy, the biggest, funniest showdown is happening on July 21. On that fateful Friday, cinephiles will be faced with a difficult choice: Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” or Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie”?
The “Barbieheimer” showdown is, naturally, a bit silly. First, it’s entirely possible to see two new movies in one weekend. Second, while opening weekends are important, they’re also not everything. In 2008, “The Dark Knight” debuted on the same weekend as “Mamma Mia!” and both went on to be major successes.
But it has inspired the kind of feverish, half-serious, half-joking discourse online that no marketing can buy, with memes, jokes, bets and Highlander references galore every time either film drops a new advertisement. There were even a few hours in April when the internet panicked that the beach-off was canceled (it wasn’t). And before you go googling, the Highlander jokes are not about that film’s disastrous 1986 box office run, but instead the enduring “there can only be one” line.
The summer movie season always begins before actual summer. This year it kicks off on May 5 with the release of Disney and Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” and runs through Labor Day. Since “Jaws,” the summer season has been the most important for the moviemaking industry and typically accounts for around 40% of a year’s domestic box office, according to data from Comscore. Pre-pandemic, that usually meant more than $4 billion in ticket sales. Last year hit $3.4 billion.
But the industry is feeling optimistic. Last summer, only 22 films released on over 2,000 screens. This year there are 42, the same as in 2019, spanning every genre. And, it seems, every studio has re-prioritized theatrical releases over direct-to-streaming.
There are movies based on comic characters (“The Flash,” “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”), toys (“Transformers: Rise of the Beasts”), racing games (“Gran Turismo”) and theme park rides (“Haunted Mansion”); Action adventures (“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” “Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning”); Family friendly fare (“Elemental,” “Harold and the Purple Crayon”); Documentaries (“Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie,” “Stephen Curry: Underrated”); And a starry Wes Anderson movie (“Asteroid City.”) (For a comprehensive guide to summer releases, visit: http://apne.ws/vfZSaqF )
And it’s not just the superhero films getting wide releases and large format screens. Disney’s live-action “The Little Mermaid” will have a 3D IMAX version, a laser version and a Dolby one all available when it opens in theaters on May 26.
Director Rob Marshall was no stranger to technically ambitious movie musicals but “The Little Mermaid,” starring Halle Bailey as the teenage dreamer, put him to the test trying to stage a photorealistic underwater musical.
“As complicated as it as it was, my goal was never to let the technical part of it lead it,” said Marshall, who has been at work since 2018. “I really wanted to make sure that the story and the characters led it.”
Even in the throes of the pandemic, Marshall was confident that “The Little Mermaid” was too big to end up as a streaming offering.
“I’m actually glad that we waited until 2023 when officially the pandemic is over,” he said. “It feels like people are returning to the theaters.”
On quite the opposite spectrum, indie darling Nicole Holofcener has in her three decades of directing movies grown used to getting smaller releases for her films. So it came as a surprise when A24 told her they wanted to go wide on Memorial Day weekend for “You Hurt My Feelings.”
Her latest is an insightful New York-set comedy about what happens to a relationship when Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ character accidentally overhears her therapist husband (Tobias Menzies) confessing that he doesn’t like her book. It debuted to raves at Sundance earlier this year.
“I think A24 felt like, ‘Oh, this could cross over. This doesn’t have to be an indie movie,’” Holofcener said. “But I’ve never had a movie release like that. I’m excited but also anxious. I hope it works out. You know, it’s safe when you release a movie in like six theaters.”
A24 is also giving a wide release to another Sundance sensation, Celine Song’s wistful and romantic directorial debut “Past Lives,” starring Greta Lee as a woman considering the other path her life may have taken. It opens June 2.
Big budget spectacles like “Fast X,” the penultimate movie in the $6 billion franchise led by Vin Diesel, are more typical summer fare. But even well-oiled vehicles like “Fast” run into their own problems and for this film, franchise veteran Justin Lin made the surprising decision to step away from directing while filming was already underway.
French director Louis Leterrier had been talking to Universal about directing a “Fast” film for years, but he never expected his shot to come in the form of a 2 a.m. phone call.
He got the script, read it twice before meeting with producers at 6 a.m. and later that day was on a plane to London to get “Fast X” back on track during a chaotic week where they’d lost a director and a location: Montenegro. Instinct kicked in and after a week, he’d found his rhythm. And he’s already signed on for the 11th.
“No ‘Fast and Furious’ movie is the same, but this is quite different,” Leterrier said. “Because we’re nearing the end we’re able to take big swings with character and story. There will be some major changes. We’re going to have to say goodbye to characters we love. And Jason Momoa’s character is really an agent of chaos.”
Closing out the summer, on Sept. 1, is Sony’s “The Equalizer 3,” which reunites director Antoine Fuqua with Denzel Washington and takes his character Robert McCall to Italy’s Amalfi coast.
“It will be nice to see a man of color in a story that’s more international,” Fuqua said. “We normally see the James Bonds doing the international films. And there’s something about Denzel that feels right in Italy.
Comedies are also back in a big way this summer, with films like “No Hard Feelings,” “About My Father,” “Strays” and “Joy Ride,” Adele Lim’s movie about four Asian American girlfriends on a trip to China, coming to theaters.
Seth Rogen produced “Joy Ride,” which already has a 100% on Rotten Tomatoes going into its June 23 release.
“There’s not a lot of people even aspiring necessarily to make a big, raucous, wild, crowd-pleasing R-rated comedy these days and it’s such a joyous experience when those things work,” Rogen said. “Some people would argue that big R-rated comedies don’t take the swings they used to anymore. I would tell them to go see this movie.”
Rogen is also the driving engine behind a new animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, “Mutant Mayhem” (Aug. 4) which he shepherded since the beginning as a producer, co-writer, voice actor and general Ninja Turtles enthusiast.
Years ago he wrote a kind of joke tweet about how the “teenage” part of the mutant ninja turtles was the most interesting aspect of the characters and one that had been largely ignored by the movies. But it stuck in his head and eventually inspired this film which combines action-adventure and coming of age. The animation was even inspired by the “reckless energy” of scribbling in a notebook during school.
Rogen cast himself as Bebop, opposite John Cena’s Rocksteady and called on a host of funny friends and actors to round out the cast. Ice Cube is Superfly. Ayo Edebiri is April. Paul Rudd is Mondo Gecko. Rose Byrne is Leatherhead, Hannibal Buress is Genghis Frog and Jackie Chan is Master Splinter.
“What’s really cool is that we did pretty much all the recording sessions in big groups. We had some with eight people at the same time,” Rogen said. “It brings so much life and energy to it.”
He’s also felt the gaze of the business returning to theaters.
“Hollywood seems to be embracing this idea again, that movies can do well in theaters, but actually movies only do really well on a streaming service if they already were in the theater,” Rogen said. “The cultural cachet you get from being in a theater is irreplaceable.” | https://www.wearegreenbay.com/entertainment/ap-entertainment/summer-movies-indy-barbie-fast-x-zooming-to-theaters/ | 2023-04-29 14:31:44 | 0 | https://www.wearegreenbay.com/entertainment/ap-entertainment/summer-movies-indy-barbie-fast-x-zooming-to-theaters/ |
TORONTO, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cabot Collection, developer and operator of master-planned golf resort communities, has unveiled an unprecedented new golf course concept named "The 21" at Cabot Citrus Farms in scenic Central West Florida. Previously known as World Woods Golf Club, the newly acquired Cabot property will re-emerge as a vibrant 1,200-acre destination known for incredible golf and world-class real-estate, surrounded by a serene natural landscape. Alongside The 21, Cabot Citrus Farms will be home to two renovated 18-hole courses, newly named Cabot Barrens and Cabot Oaks, set to have the firmest, fastest conditions in the south.
"We always want to keep the game fresh and exciting," said Ben Cowan-Dewar, CEO and co-founder of The Cabot Collection. "While Mike Keiser and I were looking at the terrain and courses we have in play, the idea was born to shape our 10-hole course and the 11-hole-course into a new 21-hole concept. The 21's layout beckons golf aficionados who just can't get enough of the rolling terrain in the Floridian countryside. This trifecta of courses at Cabot Citrus Farms will both challenge and delight players of all levels, with each paying homage to a handful of the most beloved places in the golf world."
Cabot Citrus Farms, the brand's illustrious U.S. debut, will welcome guests and residents to enjoy the three distinct course experiences in December 2023.
The 21
As an exciting challenge, architect Mike Nuzzo has embarked to fit as many great golf holes as possible into 100 acres. Without the restraint of convention, The 21 aptly features 21 holes, many of which are nontraditional half-par holes. A first for the industry, golfers will find a colorful variety of holes, layouts, lengths, strategies, shaping and green complexes. Standout holes include the breathtaking fourth and fifth holes, with the fourth resembling greens and landforms in Ireland, and the fifth reminiscent of the Sandbelt in Australia. The 21 can also be played as two short courses in between or after full rounds. Rough shaping has been completed, and irrigation installation and finish shaping have begun.
Cabot Barrens
An 18-hole dynamic and forested layout designed by Kyle Franz, Cabot Barrens will feature rugged aesthetics with wide corridors of play, multiple routes to pins, classical green contours and unique grassing patterns. The course will include varied tee box placements to give players a fresh look at the different features each time they play the course. Thoughtfully planned, the course will reward creative short grass recovery shots around the greens.
Cabot Oaks
Co-designed by Kyle Franz and Mike Nuzzo with Ran Morrissett as Golf Course Architecture Advisor, Cabot Oaks capitalizes on different environments: routing through the sandy, scrubby areas adjacent to Cabot Barrens, rolling meadows and even a 40-foot-deep sink hole. Cabot Oaks will be an 18-hole course encompassing broad fairways, flowering dogwood trees and groves of moss-draped live oaks. The course features ideal topography and soil composition augmented by stately live oaks peppered across the property. With plenty of variety, the course will provide a world-class golf experience for players of all skill levels. A rarity in Florida, the course includes repeated 50-foot elevation changes across the property. The design features elements inspired by Alister MacKenzie and his work at Augusta, in the Australian Sandbelt, and throughout California. Clearing is currently well underway and rough shaping has begun.
The Cottages
Alongside its golf progress, Cabot will be launching sales for its hotly anticipated residential offerings, The Cottages, in February 2023. The collection of 36 two- and four-bedroom residences are rooted in comfort and relaxed, easygoing living, designed to celebrate historic Floridian architectural styles. Expressing a clean, simple vernacular with the charm of traditional shiplap shingled roofs, The Cottages feature raised scissor-truss ceilings and expansive windows to draw in natural light. The Cottages are situated throughout the Resort Village and offer a trio of distinct orientations: homes along golf holes facing the wooded splendor of nature; homes fronting Main Street embracing the lively camaraderie of passersby; and homes on the edge of the rambling open space. Land planning and architecture has been thoughtfully curated by Hart Howerton. Prospective buyers should sign up for email updates via Cabot Citrus Farms' website to be among the first to learn of the exclusive offerings, with pricing and floor plans set to be revealed within the coming weeks.
Cabot Citrus Farms
With a name that pays tribute to the region's citrus-growing heritage and Brooksville's status in the 1920s as the "Home of the Tangerine," the prized destination of Cabot Citrus Farms will offer 57 holes of exceptional golf; a new clubhouse and wellness experience; unparalleled practice facilities; luxury accommodations; a thriving Resort Village with shopping and dining, town squares and event spaces; and a limited collection of new homes and homesites celebrating a one-of-a-kind, modern-day rendition of Southern living.
Cabot Citrus Farms lies less than 50 minutes from Tampa and 80 minutes from Orlando, encompassing sandy soil and rolling hills canopied by towering sand pines and century-old moss-covered oaks. While close to urban amenities, the property is located in the central-west region of Florida aptly known as the Nature Coast. Visitors will delight in one-of-a-kind experiences including exceptional hiking, biking and nature trails at neighboring Withlacoochee State Forest, spring-fed rivers and bountiful lakes at Crystal River, and world-class fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.
For more information, please visit www.cabotcitrusfarms.com. Follow along at www.instagram.com/cabotcitrusfarms/ or www.facebook.com/Cabot-Citrus-Farms-103837922077901.
About The Cabot Collection:
The Cabot Collection is the developer and operator of a diverse collection of residential, resort, golf and master-planned communities. Its portfolio includes the award-winning Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia, Cabot Saint Lucia in the Caribbean, Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia, Cabot Citrus Farms in Florida, and the most recently added Cabot Highlands in Scotland. Cabot continues to build upon a legacy of excellence in golf, luxury residential offerings and boutique resort lifestyle across each unique property where owners and guests have exclusive access to destination specific experiences and an unparalleled quality of service.
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Put your self-care first this holiday season
In 2021, Amazon held its first annual Holiday Beauty Haul. It featured a wide array of beauty and self-care products. This year, we’ve discovered there will be a second, and the dates will range from Oct. 24 to Nov. 6. However, some products are already on sale. Here are the best discounted beauty and personal care products you can shop right now.
What is an Amazon Holiday Beauty Haul?
Last year, Amazon had a massive personal care sales event that ran from Oct. 4 to Oct. 25. Every few days, the event had a different focus. The beauty themes were Holiday Look, Winter Skincare, Men’s Grooming, Appliances and Fragrances. Shoppers could get as much as 60% off certain products during last year’s Holiday Beauty Haul. Some of the name-brand items on sale last year included Remington’s The Beardsman-Beard Boss Full Beard Trimmer Kit and Revlon’s Super Lustrous Lipstick 5 -Piece Gift Set.
What’s up for 2022?
The second annual Holiday Beauty Haul starts on Oct. 24 and runs through Nov. 6. Over these two weeks, Amazon shoppers will have access to over 1,000 deals. This year the themes will be Allure Best of Beauty winners, Winter Self-Care, Holiday Look, Holiday Gifting and Men’s Grooming.
This year, the festivities will begin with Amazon Live Festivals. These special events allow beauty shoppers to live chat with revered creators, such as Chrishell Stause, Kandi Burruss and many others, who will share their favorite Holiday Beauty Haul picks. This year, the event will include Cetaphil, OPI, L’Oreal Paris, The Body Shop, Revlon, Dollar Shave Club and more.
Best deals on beauty products that you can get right now
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Jinri Professional Negative Ionic Hair Dryer
This professional-quality hair dryer protects your hair from heat damage. When used in the fast-drying mode, it can dry medium length hair in about three minutes. The hair dryer comes with a diffuser and concentrator for styling versatility. Sold by Amazon
BodyRestore Aromatherapy Shower Steamers
These shower steamers are infused with essential oils to help you breathe away stress. The tablets melt slower than standard shower bombs to give you a more relaxing experience. Sold by Amazon
Kotamu Digital Wax Warmer Kit for Hair Removal
You can use this at-home kit to remove hair from the root to the tip. It works on both coarse and fine hairs. It heats up the wax in just 10 minutes. Then, you’re ready to say goodbye to unwanted hair for up to 6 weeks. Sold by Amazon
MRD Natural Bamboo Hairbrush Set
This eco-friendly set includes a standard brush, a mini brush and two hair combs. It’s suitable for all hair types on either men or women, and the rounded tips on the bristles stimulate blood flow to get more nutrients to your hair follicles. Sold by Amazon
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Himalayan salt is a versatile product that can function as a body scrub, a facial scrub, a hand scrub or a foot scrub. This product is infused with collagen and stem cells to increase skin cell longevity and help keep your skin looking younger. Sold by Amazon
Afounda Ice Roller for Face, Eyes and Whole Body Relief
The ice rollers in this two-pack are ideal for your face, eyes and neck. They can help reduce wrinkles while eliminating puffiness and dark circles. These ice rollers are suitable for massaging the whole body as well. Sold by Amazon
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The U.S. Space Force is continuing to expand its University Partnership Program, with the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez signing on as the 14th member last Friday.
The partnership program began last year and aims to recruit and educate the potential workforce for the nation's youngest armed forces branch, while also providing opportunities for research collaboration.
"The Space Force needs highly educated Guardians with STEM expertise to operate and develop advanced space systems," Chief of Space Operations Gen. John W. Raymond said in a statement. "We need partners like the University of Puerto Rico because: space is hard! We need the best minds in the nation to help us solve problems, build solutions, and operate some of the most sophisticated platforms, systems, and networks anywhere on Earth."
The University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez's college of engineering already conducts research in satellite photography and tracking Earth phenomena, the Space Force said. Raymond added that partnerships like this will help the United States keep its "advantage in space and ensure space remains open for science and discovery."
The other 13 universities included in the program are the University of Southern California, the University of North Dakota, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Georgia Institute of Technology, The University of Texas System, including Austin and El Paso, Howard University, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Purdue University, the University of Colorado System, including Boulder and Colorado Springs, Arizona State University and Clemson University.
Partner universities were chosen based on factors such as STEM degree offerings, space-related research, established ROTC programs, diversity of student body populations and the programs available to support both current and veteran military populations in pursuing higher education.
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Germany: Last Generation plan further protests after raids
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The group appeared defiant a day after police raids, launching a new website and rerouting their crowdfunding via a different organization. Labeling the group as possibly criminal also triggered a political debate.
The group, whose website was blocked amid the raid, launched a new website with the domain .org, instead of the German .de domain. It also continued to rally for protests on its Twitter account.
The raids have sparked a political debate across Germany's spectrum, with some Christian Democratic Union (CDU) politicians staunchly supporting the legal action, and others opposing the group's "criminal" classification.
The decision follows near-daily protests and demonstrations around Germany, particularly in Berlin in recent months, for the most part seeking to disrupt traffic and roads. The group says it is doing this to raise awareness on climate issues; its critics allege that it's annoying ordinary people and regularly wasting police time and resources.
German police carry out raids against climate protest group
Divided opinions on 'criminal' classification in law
When blocking Last Generation's official website on the .de domain, German authorities briefly redirected the website to a Bavarian police page which classified the group as a "criminal organization."
Why do some see Last Generation as a criminal organization?
The authorities later retracted the move, whose legality stirred controversy.
Green Party legal expert Helge Limburg told Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland (RND) that the "blanket assumption" of labeling the group Last Generation as criminal as a whole was legally dubious.
Sebastian Hartmann, the Social Democratic Party's (SPD) legal expert, meanwhile stressed that for the moment law enforcement was only investigating "an initial suspicion" — the German term for evidence deemed sufficient to launch formal investigations or possibly proceedings.
Left-wing politician Lorenz Gosta Beutin told Bavarian broadcaster Bayerischer Rundfunk that the Bavarian prosecutors' office had overstepped its bounds on Wednesday. He said that the linking to a website describing the group as "criminal" as a statement of fact was prosecutors "putting themselves above our judiciary and courts," considering that for now only the prosecutors' suspicions exist.
Meanwhile, CDU leader Friedrich Merz supported the police and public prosecution's moves against the group, in statements on Twitter.
He said that "massive damage to property, graffiti on memorial plaques and gluing [oneself onto] streets or cars are quite simply criminal offenses."
Speaking to broadcaster RTL, the conservative politician described the group members as "criminals" rather than "interlocutors," saying he had no intention to meet with the activists over their climate demands.
Last Generation protest plans defiant
The group has meanwhile continued to plan and mobilize for further protests on its various platforms. A rally in Berlin late on Wednesday saw several hundred people join, the group said, calling it the largest protest to date.
Last Generation called for another rally in the capital later on Thursday.
It also announced receiving numerous donations in the wake of the raids. Climate activist and group member Henning Jeschke announced on Twitter that the group received over €162,000 (roughly $173,774) in less than 24 hours, calling on more to donate.
A professional and well-funded organization, the group regularly advertises training sessions for would-be protesters and other such activities, offers support paying any possible fines for protesters and even compensates some of its protesters financially for their time via third party organizations.
The group is demanding that the German government formulate a plan to meet an international goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial times.
As well as gluing themselves to busy intersections and highways, its members have targeted various artworks and exhibits. | https://www.dw.com/en/germany-last-generation-plan-further-protests-after-raids/a-65736042 | 2023-05-25 16:29:19 | 0 | https://www.dw.com/en/germany-last-generation-plan-further-protests-after-raids/a-65736042 |
As temperatures start to drop, experts say travel costs expected to rise
Travel tips include flying on “off” days to find the best deals
InvestigateTV - U.S. travelers are spending 35% more on travel this fall compared to last year, according to Squaremouth.com. The company compared travel insurance policy sales for trips between September 22nd and December 21st of 2021.
According to the travel insurance company InsureMyTrip, policy holders are paying $1,000 more for a vacation right now compared to the beginning of 2022.
Here is a roundup of tips to help you save on year-end travel:
Book early to find the best deals.
Be flexible: travel in the off season or on unpopular travel days like Tuesday or Wednesday.
Consider travel insurance to protect your travel investment.
Check your credit card rewards programs to see if you are eligible for free nights or credits towards air travel
Pack snacks and drinks from home to save on food costs. (Be sure to follow and TSA rules if traveling by air.)
Plan ahead and look for free attractions at your destination. Parks, beaches, city centers, etc. are great examples.
Pack lightly to avoid paying airline baggage fees
Look for hotels with free amenities such as free breakfast or free poolside towels
Research currency exchange rates when traveling abroad to find the cheapest option
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KLAMATH RIVER, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters have gotten their first hold on California’s deadliest and most destructive fire of the year and expected that the blaze would remain stalled through the weekend.
The McKinney Fire near the Oregon border was 10% contained as of Wednesday night and bulldozers and hand crews were making progress carving firebreaks around much of the rest of the blaze, fire officials said at a community meeting.
The southeastern corner of the blaze above the Siskyou County seat of Yreka, which has about 7,800 residents, was contained. Evacuation orders for sections of the town and Hawkinsville were downgraded to warnings, allowing people to return home but with a warning that the situation remained dangerous.
About 1,300 residents remained under evacuation orders, officials said.
The fire didn’t advance on Wednesday, following several days of brief but heavy rain from thunderstorms that provided cloudy, damper weather.
“This is a sleeping giant right now,” said Darryl Laws, a unified incident commander on the blaze.
In addition, firefighters expected Thursday to fully surround a 1,000-acre (404-hectare) spot fire on the northern edge of the McKinney Fire.
The fire broke out last Friday and has charred nearly 90 square miles (233 square kilometers) of forestland, left tinder-dry by drought. More than 100 homes and other buildings have burned and four bodies have been found, including two in a burned car in a driveway.
The blaze was driven at first by fierce winds ahead of a thunderstorm cell. More storms earlier this week proved a mixed blessing. A drenching rain Tuesday dumped up to 3 inches (7.6 centimeters) on some eastern sections of the blaze but most of the fire area got next to nothing, said Dennis Burns, a fire behavior analyst.
The latest storm also brought concerns about possible river flooding and mudslides. A private contractor in a pickup truck who was aiding the firefighting effort was hurt when a bridge gave out and washed away the vehicle, Kreider said. The contractor had non-life-threatening injuries, she said.
However, no weather events were forecast for the next three or four days that could give the fire “legs,” Burns said.
The good news came too late for many people in the scenic hamlet of Klamath River, which was home to about 200 people before the fire reduced many of the homes to ashes, along with the post office, community center and other buildings.
At an evacuation center Wednesday, Bill Simms said that three of the four victims were his neighbors. Two were a married couple who lived up the road.
“I don’t get emotional about stuff and material things,” Simms said. “But when you hear my next-door neighbors died … that gets a little emotional.”
Their names haven’t been officially confirmed, which could take several days, said Courtney Kreider, a spokesperson with the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office.
Simms, a 65-year-old retiree, bought his property six years ago as a second home with access to hunting and fishing. He went back to check on his property Tuesday and found it was destroyed.
“The house, the guest house and the RV were gone. It’s just wasteland, devastation,” Simms said. He found the body of one of his two cats, which he buried. The other cat is still missing. He was able to take his two dogs with him to the shelter.
Harlene Schwander, 82, lost the home she had just moved into a month ago to be closer to her son and daughter-in-law. Their home survived but her house was torched.
Schwander, an artist, said she only managed to grab a few family photos and some jewelry before evacuating. Everything else — including her art collection — went up in flames.
“I’m sad. Everybody says it was just stuff, but it was all I had,” she said.
California and much of the rest of the West is in drought and wildfire danger is high, with the historically worst of the fire season still to come. Fires are burning in Montana, Idaho and Nebraska and have destroyed homes and threaten communities.
Scientists say climate change has made the West warmer and drier over the last three decades and will continue to make weather more extreme and wildfires more frequent and destructive. California has seen its largest, most destructive and deadliest wildfires in the last five years. In 2018, a massive blaze in the Sierra Nevada foothills destroyed much of the city of Paradise and killed 85 people, the most deaths from a U.S. wildfire in a century.
In northwestern Montana, a fire that has destroyed at least four homes and forced the evacuation of about 150 residences west of Flathead Lake continued to be pushed north by winds on Wednesday, fire officials said.
Crews had to be pulled off the lines on Wednesday afternoon due to increased fire activity, Sara Rouse, a public information officer, told NBC Montana.
There were concerns the fire could reach Lake Mary Ronan by Wednesday evening, officials said.
The fire, which started on July 29 in grass on the Flathead Indian Reservation, quickly moved into timber and charred nearly 29 square miles (76 square km).
The Moose Fire in Idaho has burned more than 85 square miles (220 square kilometers) in the Salmon-Challis National Forest while threatening homes, mining operations and fisheries near the town of Salmon.
And a wildfire in northwestern Nebraska led to evacuations and destroyed or damaged several homes near the small city of Gering. The Carter Canyon Fire began Saturday as two separate fires that merged.
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Weber reported from Los Angeles. Associated Press reporters Amy Hanson in Helena, Montana; Margery Beck in Omaha, Nebraska; and Keith Ridler in Boise, Idaho, contributed to this report. | https://www.wric.com/news/u-s-world/firefighters-partially-surround-deadly-california-fire/ | 2022-08-04 11:28:05 | 1 | https://www.wric.com/news/u-s-world/firefighters-partially-surround-deadly-california-fire/ |
BEIJING (AP) — China on Saturday named Li Qiang, a close confidant of top leader Xi Jinping, as the country’s next premier nominally in charge of the world’s second-largest economy now facing some of its worst prospects in years.
Li was nominated by Xi and appointed to the position with no dissenting voices at Saturday morning’s session of the National People’s Congress, China’s ceremonial parliament. That came a day after Xi, 69, secured a norms-breaking third five-year term as state leader, setting him up to possibly rule for life.
Li is best known for having enforced a brutal “zero-COVID” lockdown on Shanghai last spring as party boss of the Chinese financial hub, proving his loyalty to Xi in the face of complaints from residents over their lack of access to food, medical care and basic services.
Li, 63, came to know Xi during the future president’s term as head of Li’s native Zhejiang, a relatively wealthy southeastern province now known as a technology and manufacturing powerhouse.
Prior to the pandemic, Li built up a reputation in Shanghai and Zhejiang before that as friendly to private industry, even as Xi enforced tighter political controls and anti-COVID curbs, as well as more control over e-commerce and other tech companies.
As premier, Li will be charged with reviving a sluggish economy still emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic and confronted with weak global demand for exports, lingering U.S. tariff hikes, a shrinking workforce and an aging population.
He takes on the job as authority of the premier and the State Council, China's Cabinet, has been steadily eroding as Xi shifts more powers to bodies directly under the ruling Communist Party. | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/politics/article/china-names-li-qiang-premier-nominally-in-charge-17833121.php | 2023-03-11 03:36:50 | 0 | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/politics/article/china-names-li-qiang-premier-nominally-in-charge-17833121.php |
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Trey Benson’s 17-yard scoring run with 4:06 left in the game was his third touchdown of the game and gave No. 16 Florida State a 45-38 win over rival Florida on Friday night.
Florida threatened on its last drive in the final minutes, but Anthony Richardson’s fourth-down pass over the middle fell incomplete with 39 seconds to go.
Travis also completed 13 of 30 passes for 270 yards as Florida State (9-3) completed a sweep of its state rivals for the first time since 2016. The Seminoles routed Miami 45-3 on Nov. 5.
Florida State trailed 24-21 at the half, but opened the second half with scores on its next three drives (field goal, touchdown, touchdown) to jump in front 38-24. The Gators (6-6) answered with a pair of touchdowns, one each by Montrell Johnson and Trevor Etienne, to tie the game with 7:41 left.
Richardson completed just 9 of 27 passes for 198 yards and three TDs. Ricky Pearsall had a career-best 148 receiving yards, including touchdowns catches of 52 and 43 yards in the first half.
TAKEAWAYS
Florida: The Gators ran for 262 yards, averaging 5.7 yards per carry, but the passing game was non-existent for much of the second half.
Florida State: The Seminoles gave up a season-high 38 points, but made a stop on the final drive to secure their best regular season since 2016.
UP NEXT
Florida: Awaits bowl selection announcement.
Florida State: Awaits bowl selection announcement.
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Supreme Court rules Biden can end ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court said Thursday the Biden administration can scrap a Trump-era immigration policy to make asylum-seekers wait in Mexico for hearings in U.S. immigration courts, a victory for a White House that still must address the growing number of people seeking refuge at America’s southern border.
The ruling will have little immediate impact because the policy has been seldom applied under President Joe Biden, who reinstated it under a court order in December. It was his predecessor, Donald Trump, who launched the “Remain in Mexico” policy and fully embraced it.
Two conservative justices joined their three liberal colleagues in siding with the White House.
Under Trump, the program enrolled about 70,000 people after it was launched in 2019. Biden suspended the policy, formally known as Migrant Protection Protocols on his first day in office in January 2021. But lower courts ordered it reinstated in response to a lawsuit from Republican-led Texas and Missouri.
Dynamics at the border have changed considerably since “Remain in Mexico” was a centerpiece of Trump’s border policies.
Another Trump-era policy that remains in effect and was not a part of Thursday’s ruling allows the government to quickly expel migrants without a chance to ask for asylum, casting aside U.S. law and an international treaty on grounds of containing the spread of COVID-19. There have been more than 2 million expulsions since the pandemic-era rule, known as Title 42 authority, was introduced in March 2020.
In May, a federal judge in Louisiana prevented the Biden administration from halting Title 42, in a case that may ultimately reach the Supreme Court.
The court’s decision Thursday was released on the same day that the justices dealt the administration a blow in an important environmental case about the nation’s main anti-air pollution law. That ruling could complicate the administration’s plans to combat climate change.
The heart of the legal fight in the immigration case was about whether U.S. immigration authorities, with far less detention capacity than needed, had to send people to Mexico or whether those authorities had the discretion under federal law to release asylum-seekers into the United States while they awaited their hearings.
After Biden’s suspension of the program, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas ended it in June 2021. In October, the department produced additional justifications for the policy’s demise, but that was to no avail in the courts.
Chief Justice John Roberts wrote that an appeals court “erred in holding that the” federal Immigration and Nationality Act “required the Government to continue implementing MPP.” Joining the majority opinion was fellow conservative Brett Kavanaugh, a Trump-appointee, as well as liberal justices Stephen Breyer, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan.
Kavanaugh also wrote separately and noted that in general, when there is insufficient detention capacity, both releasing asylum-seekers into the United States and sending them back to Mexico “are legally permissible options under the immigration statutes.”
The Department of Homeland Security said it welcomed the ruling and that it will “continue our efforts to terminate the program as soon as legally permissible.” It added in a statement that it continues to enforce Title 42 and “our immigration laws at the border and administer consequences for those who enter unlawfully.”
Cornell University law professor Stephen Yale-Loehr, an immigration expert, said the Biden administration does not need to take any further action to end the policy, but that Texas and Missouri can pursue a challenge over whether the administration followed appropriate procedure in ending the program.
In a dissent for himself and fellow conservatives Clarence Thomas and Neil Gorsuch, Justice Samuel Alito wrote that the practice of releasing “untold numbers of aliens” into the United States “violates the clear terms of the law, but the court looks the other way.” Justice Amy Coney Barrett said she agreed with the majority’s analysis of the merits of the case but would have sent the case back to a lower court for reconsideration.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a statement that the decision was “unfortunate.” He argued it would make “the border crisis worse. But it’s not the end. I’ll keep pressing forward and focus on securing the border and keeping our communities safe in the dozen other immigration suits I’m litigating in court.” Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, said the decision would “only embolden the Biden Administration’s open border policies.”
Since December, the administration has registered only 7,259 migrants in “Remain in Mexico.” U.S. authorities stopped migrants 1.2 million times on the Mexico border from December through May, illustrating the policy’s limited impact under Biden.
About 6 of every 10 people in the program are Nicaraguans. The administration has said it would apply the policy to nationalities that are less likely to be subject to the broader Title 42 policy. Strained diplomatic relations with Nicaragua makes it extremely difficult for the U.S. to expel people back to their homeland under Title 42.
Immigrant advocates acknowledged that a relatively small number of asylum seekers arriving on the southwest border are affected by the MPP program with which the court ruling dealt. Still, advocates and Democrats were among those cheering the decision as were those waiting in Mexico.
Oscar Rene Cruz, a taxi driver from Nicaragua who is in a Salvation Army Shelter in Tijuana, Mexico, said after the ruling: “We are all very happy, waiting to see what is going to happen now with us, we know the program has finished but we haven’t been told what they are going to do with us.”
Cruz added: “I wish this will be over soon. Nobody wants to stay here” in Mexico.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a Washington Democrat, said in a statement that those “fleeing violence and persecution to seek asylum —as they are entitled to by law —should not be forced to remain in places that have been deemed dangerous and unsafe while they wait for their day in court.”
Jacob Lichtenbaum, staff attorney for the immigrant rights group CASA in Maryland, called the ruling a “major victory for safety, compassion, and the rule of law.”
But Rep. John Katko of New York, the top Republican on the House Homeland Security Committee, said the program was a critical tool to help manage arrivals on the southwest border and the current administration lacks a plan to address the issue.
The case is Biden v. Texas, 21-954.
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Spagat reported from San Diego. Associated Press writers Amy Taxin in Orange County, California, Jorge Lebrija in Tijuana, Mexico, and Alan Fram in Washington contributed to this report.
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Even if you don't know a halberd from a hezrou, you'll probably go into Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves thinking you know what to expect.
Because even if you've never experienced the beloved tabletop role-playing game on which the film is based yourself, you do know what a putative blockbuster franchise film looks and feels like in 2023.
You know, in particular, that it can be counted upon to adopt a specific, unvarying and very familiar tone, which by now we can all agree to call Marvel Funny.
Marvel Funny occurs along a spectrum adjacent to, but meaningfully separate from, Actually Funny because it's colder and more calculated. It is calibrated to wink at the audience conspicuously and unceasingly, to encase the spectacular and fantastic action of a given film — super powers, or space battles, or in the present example, spells and monsters — in a protective coating of ironic detachment.
This allows filmmakers to lean into the bombastic, over-the-top spectacle they spend so much money to deliver while ensuring audiences know that everyone involved with the film is in on the joke, that very soon some character or other will come along with a quip — an arch, sardonic, too-writerly quip — to prove that nobody's taking any of this stuff too seriously. It's a formula, a ritual, an attempt to dispel the grim specter of Cringe.
(It's only reasonable to acknowledge that this cinematic formula is wearing thin. And that it's not entirely fair to call it Marvel Funny, as this approach has been coded into the genetic material of the blockbuster itself from the beginning; you can detect trace elements of it in Jaws, Superman: The Movie and Star Wars.)
So, you're in the theater. The lights go down, and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves begins (if you're me, you at this point maybe think to yourself, "We come to this place ... for Magic Missile"), and sure enough, there it is, manifesting right there in the opening seconds of the very first scene: that same, predictable, inescapable approach. Marvel Funny. You were right.
But then, a few seconds later, you start to notice that the film's copious jokes — the quips, yes, but also the visual gags and the dialogue itself — are better, stronger, and funnier than they strictly need to be.
And then, should you allow yourself a moment of reflection, it likely occurs to you how weirdly right it seems, how well that familiar approach seems uniquely attuned to the film's subject. After all, any Dungeons & Dragons session unfolds on two levels simultaneously. There is the world of the game, in which your characters experience epic struggles and extreme violence and suffering unto (and sometimes beyond) death, while above it, there is the world of the table, around which you and your friends sit scarfing hard sourdough pretzels and joking about how badly you're all about to get boned.
So here, Marvel Funny works. It makes a kind of ironclad, ruthlessly meta sense. It helps tremendously that the cast is so deft at tossing off the film's many jokes so they seem like the legitimate product of their given situation instead of some mid-afternoon punch-up session in a dingy Burbank writers' room.
A game cast fit for a role-playing game movie
The adventuring party at the center of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is led by Chris Pine as Edgin, a bard far too convinced of his talents. It's the kind of role Pine was engineered in some secret subterranean Hollywood breeding facility to play: a character who not only rides the razor's edge between charm and smarm but who sets up housekeeping there.
And speaking of smarm: Hugh Grant, as a rakish rogue, is once again serving us the kind of full-bore, insufferably plummy poshness he gifted the world within Paddington 2. He's reached the stage of his career where he can spread the ol' smarmalade thick and more power to him. He sure looks like he's having a ball.
As the sullen barbarian Holga, Michelle Rodriguez doesn't get the chance to do a lot that you haven't seen Michelle Rodriguez do before, but she remains great at it, and this time out, she does it in braids. So. There's that.
But it's Regé-Jean Page who makes the most of his (too-limited) screen time here. As the noble paladin Xenk, he radiates an amusingly galling breed of virtuousness. (Paladins, for those unfamiliar, are the smug, preening, condescending white knights of the D&D world — a bunch of Frasier Cranes in plate mail.) Page nails the necessary hauteur and supreme confidence while layering them with a guileless sincerity that turns his character into a weapon aimed at Pine's character's every insecurity.
But what will the Normals think?
If the film does well, a large percentage of its audience, perhaps a majority of it, will have come to it unfamiliar with the densely interconnected network of rules, stats and bylaws that make the game what it is. So an important question becomes — what will those uninitiated into the nerdy number-crunching of D&D possibly make of this thing?
The filmmakers — Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, who together directed the excellent 2018 film Game Night and co-wrote this script with Michael Gilio — smartly use the game's deep lore to buoy the script, not weigh it down.
If you go into the film knowing the internecine mechanics of D&D gameplay, you will certainly recognize them playing out onscreen — but you miss nothing if you don't.
Worried you'll be bombarded with obscure references to places and characters from the game? You will. But just because the film's so stuffed with Easter eggs you could mash it up with mayo, mustard, onions and celery and serve it on wheat toast, your enjoyment of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves doesn't depend on recognizing them.
Sure, the characters can and do toss out references to, say, a Baldur's Gate here or a Mordenkainen there, but they're only in the script so the nerds in the audience can turn to one another and share knowing looks. If, in their adventures our doughty heroes run into a displacer beast or two, or if a rust monster scuttles over their heads in a dark alley, those Easter eggs for eager D&D fans will serve only as background detail, mere ambience, for everyone else.
The fetch-quests and the furious
The film's plot is purely, ruthlessly episodic – it comes down to a series of fetch quests: They must go to [place] to talk to [person], who sends them to [other place] to secure the [magical item] that will allow them to access to [still another place], etc. But to complain about the number of fetch quests in a D&D film would be like complaining that a movie about Scrabble features too much spelling.
Given how gleefully Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves embraces and exults in its genre elements, it's interesting to note that it's all the stuff geared to making the film accessible to the mainstream that is the most dully generic thing about it.
A plotline involving Edgin's daughter (Chloe Coleman) and his dead wife exists to up the stakes and motivate his actions in the thuddingly predictable manner of Hollywood action movies. There's also so much wet-eyed, lip-quivering dialogue about "family" you can't help but suspect that Michelle Rodriguez brought it with her when she crossed over from the Fast and Furious franchise. Who knows; maybe she didn't quarantine correctly.
But the movie even manages to shake off that mild complaint, given its nature. After all, the game of Dungeons & Dragons is what happens when wildly disparate people come together — both in the fantastical realm of Faerun and around a rickety folding table in your friend Dana's sunken living room.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves doesn't just know that; it finds room to honor it and fully, freely embody it.
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Proceeds for Profitable Growth Initiatives
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagerty, Inc. (NYSE: HGTY), an automotive lifestyle brand and a leading specialty insurance provider focused on the global automotive enthusiast market, today announced that the company is raising $105 million in capital from existing strategic investors including State Farm, Markel Group and the Hagerty family.
This capital raise is comprised of $80 million of convertible preferred equity, which closed on June 23rd, 2023, as well as a $25 million commitment of long-term debt financing for Hagerty Reinsurance Limited. The funds will help support the company's profitable growth initiatives focused on serving the car enthusiast community. This includes evolving the company's risk appetite and core product to augment its offerings to current members and reach new members who represent 33 million enthusiast vehicles in the United States which is expected to drive meaningful written premium and operating profit growth over the coming years. The capital will also allow Hagerty to make ongoing technology investments that should drive operating efficiencies while improving customer facing interactions.
State Farm's Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Tipsord said, "We are pleased to continue to grow our investment in Hagerty and help support their strategic business objectives as we prepare for the upcoming launch of our commercial relationship."
Markel Group's Chief Executive Officer Tom Gayner added, "Hagerty is an important partner for our insurance business, and we are excited to see them further expand their insurance offerings by finding new and innovative ways to serve automotive enthusiasts."
Hagerty's Chief Executive Officer McKeel Hagerty concluded, "We have been working diligently over the last six months to deliver improved profitability and margin expansion, while making the investments necessary to sustain our growth trajectory for many years to come. We believe that the additional capital positions us well during uncertain economic times to execute against our significant growth opportunities."
Additional Details
Hagerty has posted an investor presentation providing more details related to the capital raise on Hagerty's investor relations website at investor.hagerty.com
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Visionary Language Preservationist Dedicated His Life to Indigenous Languages, Teaching Young People The Lakota Language, Culture, and History
BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kevin Locke, who passed on October 1, 2022, was noted for his outstanding efforts to preserve Native American languages, music, and culture. He was a member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and was of Lakota and Anishinabe descent. Mr. Locke was closely aligned with The Language Conservancy (TLC) and the Lakota Language Consortium (LLC) and their mission to preserve and revitalize indigenous languages in North America.
For more than 15 years, Locke served as an LLC board member and volunteered and spoke on behalf of TLC at events around the world. As one of the first adult learners of the Lakota language, Locke was a role model, instrumental in language documentation, maintenance, and revitalization. His passion for languages was sparked by his own efforts as a young adult, learning Lakota by visiting elders and studying on Standing Rock. Locke looked to the past and to the future, drawing on his heritage to create a better future for his people.
An enormously gifted musician and dancer, he was widely recognized as one of the world's foremost Northern Plains flute players and hoop dancers. Locke performed for more than a million people in more than 90 countries at venues including schools, powwows, state and national parks, performing arts festivals (including the Smithsonian Folklife Festival), and at the Library of Congress. The Native American music award-winner recorded 12 highly acclaimed albums of music and stories to keep his culture alive. He was honored with numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, including a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship, the highest honor in the folk and traditional arts.
A deeply spiritual person, Kevin Locke was particularly committed to bringing the gift of language to young people on reservations so that their history and culture would remain vital for generations to come. He championed teaching indigenous languages in schools and was instrumental in helping to incorporate them into the classroom. Working closely with TLC and LLC, he made enormous contributions to the organizations through volunteering, performing, and developing learning/teaching tools and content used widely in Native American schools.
"Kevin's presence will be missed though his spirit will remain with us as we advance our mission of protecting and strengthening the Lakota language. We continue this important work in his honor and to honor our people," said TLC and LLC Board Member Ben Black Bear.
"There are no words to describe the depth of loss we feel at Kevin's passing, but we take solace in knowing that his inextinguishable spirit and commitment to language revitalization lives on, both in the lives of those he touched and in future generations of indigenous young people," said Wil Meya, TLC CEO. "He will be missed greatly as we continue this work, which he was so passionate about."
The Language Conservancy is a nonprofit organization leading the preservation and revitalization of indigenous languages by developing innovative technologies and learning materials, conducting educational events, and raising awareness about the escalating loss of language worldwide. The Language Conservancy currently works with more than 50 indigenous language communities throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Australia. For more information, please visit www.languageconservancy.org.
The Lakota Language Consortium is a nonprofit organization of Lakota community members, educators, and linguists working to revitalize the Lakota Language through the development of educational materials and technologies and the training of teachers. The Consortium also supports learners through the production of inventive media productions like the Lakota version of The Berenstain Bears and the documentary, Rising Voices. For more information, please visit www.lakhota.org.
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Keys of Hope founder and president, Anesha Stanley, announces upcoming Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day with Wave of Light Community Candlelight Vigil.
Keys of Hope is a nonprofit and support group program for families who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss, and infertility.
The event will be held on Oct. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Saginaw Township Soccer Complex, 3575 McCarty Road in Saginaw.
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2023 Corales Puntacana Championship Schedule: Thursday Start Time, How to Watch Live Stream, Tee Times & Pairings
Published: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:23 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course), a 7,670-yard, par-72 course, is the setting for the 2023 Corales Puntacana Championship, with $3.8M in prize money up for grabs. Catch the first round on Thursday, March 23. Chad Ramey won this tournament the last time out.
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How to Watch the 2023 Corales Puntacana Championship
- Start Time: 6:45 AM ET
- Venue: Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course)
- Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
- Par/Distance: Par 72/7,670 yards
- TV: Golf Channel
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