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(NEXSTAR) – Of the many illnesses, accidents and other classroom mishaps parents dread, a lice infestation is high on the list.
New guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued Monday lists a number of treatment options and reiterates its stance that forcing a child with lice to stay home may do more harm than good.
The full clinical report, “Head Lice,” points out that, while it may cause discomfort, head lice don’t spread disease and are not a sign of poor hygiene — but highlighting a case by sending the child into quarantine may cause “significant stigma and psychological stress.”
“Head lice are an unpleasant part of the human experience, but they can be successfully managed and are no reason for a child to miss school,” said Dawn Nolt, MD, MPH, FAAP, lead author of the report. “The AAP encourages pediatricians to serve as an educational resource for families, school districts and communities so that head lice may be treated and managed without stigma.”
The AAP says that in-school screening programs are costly and haven’t been shown to reduce cases of head lice in children. Instead, schools should be offering educational programs for families “to help increase understanding and management of head lice in the community,” according to the AAP.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that students diagnosed with live head lice not be dismissed from school early and should return the following day after starting treatment to kill the lice.
Some schools have instituted a “no-nit” policy, referring to the egg of a louse or the empty shell casing, but both the AAP and the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) suggest discontinuing the practice. Nits very often don’t translate to crawling lice, and keeping a child out of school can be a burden for both the child and the parents. A 2006 study found that 4-8 million children were treated unnecessarily for lice and kept out of school annually, forcing parents to miss millions of work days, resulting in an estimated $4-8 billion loss to the U.S. economy.
What are lice and how can I avoid them?
Lice are about the size of a sesame seed and are grayish-white in color, according to the AAP.
The tiny pests can’t jump or hop like fleas and can only crawl, so in most cases there has to be head-to-head contact for lice to spread.
It’s possible for lice transmission to happen indirectly via combs, brushes, hats, sports helmets and other items, but that is much less likely, the AAP says. They are also specific to humans, so you don’t have to worry about getting lice from your dog or cat.
While lice will die in about a day or less without feeding on a human, they can survive under water for several hours and are unaffected by chlorine levels in swimming pools.
The AAP suggests using a fine-tooth louse comb to check for the parasites or any nits. Nits found more than 1 centimeter away from the warmth of the scalp likely won’t ever turn into a crawling louse.
As part of Monday’s report, the AAP offered a variety of treatment options in the case of a confirmed lice infestation, ranging from manual removal and home remedies to topical medication.
Parents are encouraged to call their pediatrician to ensure a proper diagnosis and decide on a treatment plan. For more information on lice and treatment options, see the AAP’s Healthy Children page. | https://who13.com/news/aap-issues-new-guidance-for-head-lice-in-schools/ | 2022-09-29 21:43:01 | 1 | https://who13.com/news/aap-issues-new-guidance-for-head-lice-in-schools/ |
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By THOMAS ADAMSON and JADE LE DELEY
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PARIS (AP) — Police were out in force across France on Saturday as protesters held a sometimes restive fourth round of nationwide demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron’s plans to reform the country’s pension system.
Hundreds of thousands of people were expected in the course of the day to march in Paris, Nice, Marseille, Toulouse, Nantes and other cities in hopes keeping up the pressure on the government to back down.
The demonstrations drew young people and others opposed to the pension proposals who weren’t able to attend the previous three days of action, all held on weekdays.
This time, though, rail worker strikes did not accompany the demonstrations, allowing trains and the Paris Metro to run Saturday. However, an unexpected strike by air traffic controllers meant that up to half of flights to and from Paris’ second largest airport, Orly, were canceled Saturday afternoon.
In Paris, some workers and students who wanted to voice opposition attended the protests for the first time, owing to heavy weekday workloads.
“We often hear that we should be too young to care, but with rising inflation, soaring electricity price, this reform will impact our families,” Elisa Haddad, 18. said. “It is my first demonstration because I couldn’t attend with uni. It is important that the voice of (France’s) parents and students is heard.”
French lawmakers began a rowdy debate earlier this week on the pension bill to raise the minimum retirement age for a full state pension from 62 to 64. It’s the flagship legislation of Macron’s second term.
Saturday’s protests featured flashes of unrest — one fire was lit on a central Parisian boulevard as police dispersed crowds with tear gas. Paris police said they arrested one person for possession of a firearm and detained several others for vandalism.
Some demonstrators walked as families through the French capital’s Place de la Republique and carried emotional banners. “I don’t want my parents to die at work,” read one, held by a teenage boy.
The protests are a crucial test both for Macron and his opponents. The government has insisted it’s determined to push through Macron’s election pledge to reform France’s generous pension system. Among the 38 member nations of Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, France has the population that spends the most years in retirement.
The president has called the reforms “indispensable” for ensuring the long-term survival of the country’s pension system and noted that workers in neighboring countries retire years later.
Despite opinion polls consistently showing growing opposition to the reform and his own popularity shrinking, Macron insisted that he’s living up to a key campaign pledge he made when he swept to power in 2017 and before his April 2022 reelection.
His government is now facing a harsh political battle in parliament that could span weeks or months.
Strong popular resentment will strengthen efforts by labor unions and left-wing legislators to try to block the bill.
Unions issued a joint statement Saturday, calling the government “deaf” and demanding French officials scrap the bill. They threatened to cause a nationwide “shutdown” from March 7, if their demands were not met.
A further strike is planned for Feb. 16.
During the previous day of protests four days ago, over 750,000 people marched in many French cities, significantly fewer than on the previous two protest days in January in which over a million people took to the streets.
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Nico Garriga in Paris contributed
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Chris Rusconi to serve as Chief Development Officer; Steven Zelenkofske to take role of Chief Strategy Officer as DiNAQOR continues rapid growth
SCHLIEREN, Switzerland, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DiNAQOR, a genetic medicine platform company, today announced that it has added to its leadership team with the appointments of two veteran biotechnology executives. Chris Rusconi, Ph.D., who brings decades of experience in global pharmaceutical development, will serve as DiNAQOR's Chief Development Officer. Steven Zelenkofske, D.O., M.S., an expert in clinical development and adaptive trial design and operations who serves on DiNAQOR's board of directors, will assume the role of Chief Strategy Officer.
"We are fortunate to add Chris and Steve's expertise to DiNAQOR's leadership at such a pivotal time for our company," said Johannes Holzmeister, M.D., Chairman and CEO of DiNAQOR. "In addition to the progress we are making on our pipeline of genetic medicines, we are operating a robust technology platform and a manufacturing subsidiary to help other biotech companies bring their innovations to market. Their industry experience will be invaluable to us as we continue to push forward on behalf of patients."
Dr. Rusconi, an expert in leveraging platform science to create product pipelines, brings to his new role more than 20 years of biotech executive experience with both privately held and publicly traded companies and extensive global pharmaceutical development and regulatory experience. He comes to DiNAQOR from the PKD Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to finding treatments and a cure for polycystic kidney disease (PKD). He also served as the Chief Scientific Officer at Vitrisa Therapeutics, the founding CEO of Ribometrix, and was a co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Regado Biosciences. Prior to Regado he served as Director of Research for the Program in Combinatorial Therapeutics and as an Assistant Research Professor of Surgery at Duke University Medical Center.
"Taking on a leadership role with DiNAQOR is an exciting opportunity and the beginning of a new chapter for me," Dr. Rusconi said. "The company's platform capabilities make it a true outlier in genetic medicine, and I look forward to helping the company stay on the leading edge as it grows rapidly."
Dr. Zelenkofske, who will continue to serve on DiNAQOR's board of directors, assumes the role of Chief Strategy Officer with more than 20 years of biopharmaceutical, medical device, and gene therapy industry experience and more than a decade of cardiovascular academic and clinical experience. He has been responsible for multiple NDA filings and approvals throughout his career and has held leadership positions at SwanBio Therapeutics, Achillion Pharmaceuticals, uniQure, Regado Biosciences, AstraZeneca, Sanofi-Aventis, and Boston Scientific. His work has spanned numerous therapeutic areas including neurology, immunology, hematology, cardiovascular, metabolic diseases, diabetes, and nephrology.
"I have been with DiNAQOR as a director throughout this exciting growth phase, and I look forward to taking on new responsibilities as we continue our trajectory," Dr. Zelenkofske said. "Patients are waiting for new treatment options, and we are committed to finding solutions for these individuals and their families."
DiNAQOR is a genetic medicine platform company pioneering early-stage drug development and manufacturing to advance promising gene therapies to the clinic. The company's patent-protected, industry leading platform is designed to overcome the challenges and limitations of advanced gene therapy development by using proprietary engineered heart tissue technology (EHT), a novel Loco-Regional Perfusion system (LRP) and a fully integrated manufacturing solution. The company is headquartered in Zurich-Schlieren, Switzerland, with additional presence in Hamburg, Germany and Laguna Hills, California. For more information visit www.dinaqor.com.
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JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial acknowledged Sunday that a series of photos from Nazi Germany’s 1938 pogroms against Jews have been seen and published before, revising a claim it made when releasing the photos last week.
The photos, which were recently donated by a former U.S. serviceman’s family to Yad Vashem in Jerusalem, show rare close-up images of Nazi officials carrying out looting and destruction of Jewish property in Nuremberg and a nearby town.
Yad Vashem said the photos were “never-before-seen,” but many in the collection had in fact been published on Twitter, in a research publication, and a recent PBS documentary. The group acknowledged the error in reply to a query from The Associated Press.
After the pictures released by Yad Vashem last week were published in the media, including by the AP, the serviceman’s granddaughter, Elisheva Avital, tweeted that Yad Vashem’s announcement was “inaccurate.”
She had posted several photos in a Twitter thread in 2018 that went viral, and multiple shots were published in a book “ New Perspectives on Kristallnacht” by Purdue University Press in 2019, and more than a dozen appeared in the PBS series “The U.S. and the Holocaust” by documentarian Ken Burns.
Yad Vashem said that despite its error, “the public remained mostly unaware of the collection’s existence and value” and that the organization’s announcement was “newsworthy regardless of previous partial exposure.”
Yad Vashem released the photographs on the 84th anniversary of the November pogrom also known as Kristallnacht, or “The Night of Broken Glass.” Mobs of Germans and Austrians attacked, looted and burned Jewish shops and homes, destroyed 1,400 synagogues, killed 92 Jews and sent another 30,000 to concentration camps.
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WASHINGTON, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The voice of more than 45,000 current and former National Guard officers has appealed to President Joe Biden to reconsider the White House Office of Management and Budget's opposition to creating a Space National Guard.
The Defense Department was close to proposing Space National Guard as a component of the U.S. Space Force until last fall, when OMB unexpectedly announced opposition to the idea.
The OMB position was based on cost, but its calculations could prove costly to the nation, retired Brig. Gen. J. Roy Robinson, the NGAUS president, told the president in a June 7 letter.
"The OMB incorrectly presumed that every state would stand up Space National Guard units, which greatly inflated its cost projections," Robinson wrote. "In fact, a Space National Guard at its inception would include only 1,000 space professionals in 14 units across eight states and territories.
"The start-up cost, according to the Pentagon, would be approximately $250,000 — the price to change signs and uniform name tapes," he explained. "The personnel are already on the payroll and the equipment and facilities are in place. A Space National Guard could grow in the future, but only to meet requirements specified by the Space Force."
Congress has the final say, and lawmakers are currently deliberating the matter. There is legislation in the House and the Senate that would create a Space National Guard. But lingering OMB opposition hangs over discussions and often prevents Pentagon officials from offering candid assessments.
Robinson said the relatively tiny investment in a Space National Guard now would prevent the nation from paying a far greater price later.
"The more damaging costs are those our nation will incur if, as the OMB directed, space missions currently performed by the Air National Guard are transferred to a single component Space Force," the NGAUS president wrote. "Some of these units have unique missions, such as the nation's only survivable and endurable missile warning and nuclear detection system. These units will have to be rebuilt completely from scratch, which will take several years and could cost hundreds of millions of dollars. In the interim, the nation will go without some critical capabilities."
Gen. John W. "Jay" Raymond, the Space Force's chief, has said numerous times the nation cannot accomplish military space missions without Air National Guard space units.
The immediate challenge is these space units are currently aligned to the Air Force, which no longer performs space operations. This creates resourcing issues plus administrative and operational control problems.
Should space units be removed from the Air National Guard, as the OMB directs, the nation will not only lose some of its most talented and experienced space professionals in uniform, but also much of its ability to tap civilian-acquired skills in the future, Robinson said.
"As a member of a National Guard family," he wrote, "you know better than most that the National Guard is a vehicle enabling professionals outside the active-component military to serve their country in uniform part time and when our nation needs them most. And as you also know, the National Guard connects America to its military like no other component of the Armed Forces."
Some governors will also lose domestic-response capabilities, Robinson wrote. Air National Guard space units have provided critical eyes in the sky during floods and wildfires in recent years.
The association includes more than 45,000 current or former Guard officers. It was created in 1878 to provide unified National Guard representation in Washington. In their first productive meeting after Reconstruction, militia officers from the North and South formed the association with the goal of obtaining better equipment and training by educating Congress on Guard requirements. Today, 144 years later, NGAUS has the same mission.
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In this week’s news, Southwest Airlines plans to restore a number of routes that had been suspended during the pandemic, including a transcontinental flight from Oakland; Delta plans to increase its Texas operations by 20%, including a new route to Los Angeles; United goes to war with Alaska Airlines on a transcontinental route out of San Diego; United and Delta are resuming a few nonstop routes to China, including one from San Francisco; United will also ramp up capacity in some other SFO trans-Pacific markets; Emirates debuts a new seating option on its SFO-Dubai service; a new carrier will begin U.S. service this spring from Taiwan; there’s more international route news from Delta, British Airways, Lynx Air and Southwest; the SkyTeam alliance sets a date for Virgin Atlantic’s new membership; a top Southwest official explains to Congress what went wrong during the airline’s holiday meltdown; JetBlue opens up its Paisly travel booking service to more customers; Chicago O’Hare opens a 10-gate expansion of its Terminal 5; and Delta commits to maintaining and expanding its Salt Lake City hub through 2044.
Southwest Airlines will resume service on several suspended U.S. routes in the months ahead, including its transcontinental flights from Oakland to Baltimore/Washington. The OAK-BWI service is set to come back Sept. 5 with one daily round trip, according to The Points Guy. Other suspended routes coming back include twice-weekly Los Angeles-Portland flights beginning Sept. 9; weekly Ontario, Calif.-Houston Hobby service starting Sept. 10; and weekly Long Beach, Calif.-New Orleans flights as of Sept. 10. The airline will also be expanding at Long Beach Airport, adding new daily service to El Paso and Colorado Springs beginning July 11 and to Albuquerque starting Sept. 5. Southwest had already announced new Long Beach-Kansas City daily service starting March 9 and weekly Long Beach-Orlando flights as of July 15.
After years of legal squabbling, Delta said it has finally secured “long-term access” to gate space at Dallas Love Field as it announced plans for significant growth in Texas this year. By July, the airline said, it will be offering 20% more seats from Texas than it did last year. As of June 5, Delta expects to be operating twice-daily service from Love Field to Los Angeles and to New York LaGuardia as well as five daily flights to its Atlanta hub. That would make Delta the only airline flying to LAX and New York from both Dallas airports and will give Delta a combined total of 40 peak-day flights from Love Field and Dallas/Fort Worth. Also on June 5, Delta plans to increase frequencies out of Austin-Bergstrom Airport to four daily flights to both New York JFK and Salt Lake City; on July 10, Delta will boost its schedules from Austin to six other destinations, including 10 daily flights to Atlanta, four each to Los Angeles and Minneapolis-St. Paul, three each to Boston and Seattle, and twice a day to Raleigh-Durham. On Feb. 17, the airline plans to start seasonal flights from Harlingen, Texas, to Minneapolis-St. Paul and on May 8 it is scheduled to resume service from San Antonio to New York JFK.
In other domestic route news, we noted last week that Alaska Airlines plans to add a new transcontinental route June 15 with a daily flight from San Diego to Washington Dulles, and now The Points Guy reports that United will retaliate by adding a fourth daily flight to its own SAN-IAD schedule. And unlike the 737s it uses on its current three daily flights, the new United flight is slated to use a 364-seat 777-200. “This upgauge means that United will offer a whopping 888 seats each day in the market, a roughly 70% increase from its previous plans,” The Points Guy observed, suggesting that United was sending a “don’t poke the bear” message to Alaska.
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On the international side, United and Delta are resuming nonstop service on some China routes. United’s San Francisco-Shanghai flight no longer includes a stop at Seoul Incheon, cutting the travel time by 90 minutes or more than two hours, depending on direction. The United flight departs from SFO four days a week (Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday), using a 777-300ER. On March 3, Delta plans to end the Seoul stop for its flights to Shanghai from Seattle and Detroit. Both routes would operate twice a week, with Seattle-Shanghai using an A330-900 and Detroit-Shanghai an A350-900.
United is also gearing up for expanded trans-Pacific capacity from SFO starting next month, according to the airline’s latest schedule update, as reported by Aeroroutes. On March 26, United is due to increase frequencies between SFO and Melbourne from three 787-9 flights a week to daily service, and on April 22, it plans to boost service between SFO and Seoul Incheon from seven weekly flights to 12. At the end of March, United plans to replace 787-9s with larger 777-200ERs on its daily flights from SFO to Tokyo Haneda and Tokyo Narita. And on April 23, it expects to ramp up its San Francisco-Osaka, Japan, schedule from three weekly flights to seven, upgrading the aircraft on that route from a 787-9 to a 777-200ER.
Meanwhile, as United continues to ponder a starting date for its long-delayed SFO-Bengaluru, India, service — now tentatively scheduled for next October — the airline has suspended daily flights from its Chicago O’Hare hub to Delhi, although it continues to fly to the Indian capital from Newark. And with its Los Angeles-Tokyo Haneda service due to resume March 24, United has reportedly decided to discontinue its LAX-Tokyo Narita service at that time instead of operating to both airports from LAX. Passengers scheduled to fly on LAX-Narita flights will be rebooked on the Haneda flight or rerouted to Narita through San Francisco.
Travelers from San Francisco to Dubai on Emirates will get a new option beginning Feb. 15 when the airline deploys a renovated Airbus A380 on the route that includes a 56-seat Premium Economy cabin. The new cabin is located at the front of the main deck, with seating in a 2-4-2 configuration. Emirates introduced the new cabin on one of its New York JFK-Dubai A380 flights in December and plans to add it to a second daily JFK-Dubai flight in mid-March.
In other international route developments, the Taiwanese carrier Starlux Airlines has set April 26 for the launch of its first route to the U.S., operating five weekly flights between Los Angeles and Taipei and increasing to daily frequencies in early June. Starlux will use an Airbus A350-900 and will be competing on the route with China Airlines and EVA.
Delta announced it will boost its presence in South America — where it now has a major partnership with LATAM Airlines — by launching seasonal daily flights from New York JFK to Buenos Aires on Oct. 28 and seasonal service from JFK to Rio de Janeiro beginning Dec. 16. Delta already has year-round service from JFK and Atlanta to Sao Paulo and seasonal flights from Atlanta to Rio, while LATAM flies from Sao Paulo to JFK, Boston, Orlando and Miami, and is scheduled to start Los Angeles-Sao Paulo service this summer. Elsewhere, British Airways plans to boost service on its Portland-London Heathrow route from five flights a week to daily frequencies from June through October. The new Canadian carrier Lynx Air introduced service from Phoenix to Calgary this week with three weekly flights, and it plans to add three a week Feb. 16 between Los Angeles and Calgary. Southwest Airlines is scheduled to begin once-a-week flights from Denver to San Jose, Costa Rica, on March 11, followed by new weekly service from Houston Hobby to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, starting June 10.
Last fall, the Delta-Air France/KLM SkyTeam alliance announced that Virgin Atlantic would become a full member of the group, and now that membership is scheduled to take effect March 2. Virgin is a natural pick for SkyTeam membership since it is 49% owned by Delta and is part of a joint venture partnership with Delta, Air France and KLM. The addition of Virgin Atlantic as SkyTeam’s only U.K.-based member will give the alliance a strong foothold at London Heathrow and Manchester airports; at LHR, Virgin, Delta, Air France and KLM all operate out of Terminal 3, along with SkyTeam members Aeromexico and China Eastern, “providing customers with smooth airside transits and the most convenient connection times possible,” Virgin said. The alliance membership will also provide reciprocal perks and airport lounge benefits to elite members of Virgin’s loyalty program and those of its new partner carriers.
A top executive from Southwest Airlines appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation this week to issue an abject apology for the airline’s operational meltdown the week after Christmas. “Let me be clear: We messed up,” said Southwest chief operating officer Andrew Watterson, admitting that the airline’s cancellation of more than 16,000 flights that week “caused a tremendous amount of anguish, inconvenience and missed opportunities for our customers and employees.” He said the airline had a great operational record in 2022, completing more than 99% of its scheduled flights, until Dec. 21. During the eight days after that, Watterson said, Southwest went through a “historic event with a combination of challenges we hadn’t experienced before. What began as a weather event on Dec. 21 turned into a crew scheduling event by Dec. 24.”
The winter storm first disrupted the airline’s Denver and Chicago Midway operations, then hit other Southwest airports as it moved east, and communications between the airline’s operations control center and its crew scheduling department quickly deteriorated. “This lack of effective communication and coordination resulted in compounding, frequent, close-in flight cancellations, rather than our normal practice of batched pre-cancellations further in advance of departure times. This created an unprecedented amount and frequency of required changes to crew schedules that overwhelmed our crew scheduling processes and technology,” Watterson said. He noted that Southwest is making immediate changes to its internal procedures and longer-term improvements to its technology to prevent a similar disaster in the future.
JetBlue’s Paisly travel booking platform, previously available only to customers who booked a flight on the airline, is now open to all travelers no matter how they get to their destination. Paisly is operated by JetBlue Travel Products, a subsidiary if the airline. It can be used to book discounted rental cars, lodging and activities at JetBlue destinations. Users who have booked a JetBlue flight can save up to 20% on hotel bookings and up to 35% on car rentals, the airline said, and now TrueBlue loyalty program members who are traveling without a JetBlue flight can save up to 15% on hotels and can get unspecified discounts on rental cars. All users can also earn TrueBlue points on their Paisly purchases.
Chicago O’Hare Airport has cut the ribbon on a 10-gate eastern extension of its Terminal 5, to be used mainly for international fights. That was the final piece in a four-year, $1.3 billion expansion and modernization of the terminal, which also included 10 renovated gates in T5’s western wing that opened last October as the O’Hare home of Delta Air Lines, which moved there from Terminal 2. The new 10 gates in the eastern extension are all capable of handling wide-body aircraft. “With new gates, increased passenger amenities, a more efficient baggage handling system, and expanded security checkpoints and customs facilities, the state-of-the-art Terminal 5 of today is equipped to handle the growing demand we expect O’Hare to see in the coming years while offering an improved passenger experience,” said Chicago Department of Aviation Commissioner Jamie Rhee.
Recent news reports suggest that Utah’s Great Salt Lake could completely dry up within the next several years, but Delta Air Lines is doubling down on its commitment to a hub operation at Salt Lake City’s airport. The airline said it has finalized a new agreement with the airport, extending its current lease there through 2044 and providing for construction of more gates at SLC by 2027, increasing Delta’s gate count from 55 to 66. Delta said its lease payments to the airport in the new agreement would amount to $2.8 billion through 2044. Delta is the largest operator by far at SLC; the airline’s peak-season schedule includes more than 240 daily flights to 90 destinations, including international service to London, Paris and Amsterdam. | https://www.sfgate.com/travel/article/southwest-oakland-east-coast-flight-17774610.php | 2023-02-11 16:17:24 | 1 | https://www.sfgate.com/travel/article/southwest-oakland-east-coast-flight-17774610.php |
CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — The first Battle of Alberta in the playoffs in 31 years didn’t disappoint.
The Calgary Flames got a hat trick from Matthew Tkachuk to outlast the Edmonton Oilers 9-6 and grab Game 1 of the second round series Wednesday night after a blistering game that saw the most goals in a postseason game in 29 years.
“Strange game,” Flames coach Darryl Sutter said. “We scored on our first two shots and there were probably six different games out there. Take the win. Move on.”
Blake Coleman scored twice for the Flames. Rasmus Andersson and Andrew Mangiapane each had a goal and two assists, and Elias Lindholm and Brett Ritchie also scored. Jacob Markstrom stopped 22 shots for the win.
Zach Hyman scored twice for Edmonton, and Connor McDavid had a goal and three assists for his fourth straight multi-point game in the playoffs. McDavid leads the league’s postseason points race with five goals and 13 assists. Leon Draisaitl had a goal and two assists and Kailer Yamamoto and Evan Bouchard also scored for the Oilers.
Edmonton starter Mike Smith was pulled in the first period after allowing three goals on 10 shots. Mikko Koskinen made 32 saves in relief.
“We fought back and made it a game, but we can’t feel good about that in any way because we scored six goals in game and found a way to not win it,” Oilers coach Jay Woodcroft said.
The winner of the best-of-seven series advances to the Western Conference final. Game 2 is Friday at the Saddledome before the series heads to Edmonton for Sunday’s Game 3 and Tuesday’s Game 4.
It was the highest scoring postseason game since Los Angeles beat Calgary 9-6 in the 1993 division semifinals.
In a matchup of potent offenses, the Flames scored twice in a 25-second span in the first minute and led 3-0 by 6:05 when Smith was replaced by Koskinen. Calgary’s two goals in the opening 51 seconds was the fastest two goals to start an NHL playoff game, and electrified a sea of red dotted with Oilers orange and blue at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
“Couldn’t ask for a better start, but you’ve got to have that killer mindset and you’ve got to be able to put teams down and keep pushing them down,” Coleman said. “We made some mental mistakes in the second period, got away from our checking game a little bit. The good news is it’s correctable.
“That’s not our style of game, 9-6. It’s great that we got the Game 1 win but there’s a lot to dissect here.”
The Oilers did not go quietly, however. The Flames held a 40-18 edge in shots after two periods, but led 6-5 heading to the third.
Yamamoto briefly tied the game at 1:28 of the final period, putting McDavid’s rebound over Markstrom’s outstretched pad.
Andersson regained the lead for Calgary at 2:57 after getting a pass from Mangiapane from behind the net. Tkachuk made it 8-6 at 8:55 with his second of the night and scored into an empty net to complete his first postseason hat trick.
Hats rained down onto the Saddledome ice and chants of “we want 10” goals soon followed.
“Not good. Not good at all,” Tkachuk said. “Probably our worst game of the playoffs so far. We got super-lucky. … That’s just not the recipe for success. Maybe we win this one, but we’re not going to win many more if we’re going to play like that.”
Coleman struck 45 seconds into the second period and again at 6:10 to push the Flames’ lead to 5-1.
Bouchard converted McDavid’s pass at 7:10, and Tkachuk batted in a rebound for a power-play goal at 8:24 after Edmonton’s Zack Kassian was sent off for roughing.
Hyman scored at 9:38 and 14:06 to pull the Oilers to 6-4. Draisaitl made it a one-goal game with 39 seconds left in the second when he beat Markstrom far side on an odd-man rush with McDavid.
Lindholm converted Calgary’s first shot of the game into a goal 26 seconds in, and Backlund fed an undefended Mangiapane in the slot to beat Smith from close range at 51 seconds.
“If you go down 2-0 before it hits the 19-minute mark on the clock, it’s obviously not a good start,” Draisaitl said. “Clearly we weren’t ready and it’s tough to play catch up for the whole night. … We can all be a lot better away from the puck, and that starts with myself.”
Ritchie scored his first career playoff goal at 6:05 to make it 3-0, and McDavid tucked the puck between Markstrom’s pads at 7:41 to get Edmonton on the scoreboard.
INJURY
The Flames were missing top shutdown defenseman Chris Tanev a second straight playoff game. He was injured in Game 6 of Calgary’s first-round series against Dallas. Tanev skated in both Tuesday’s practice and in Wednesday’s morning skate, but did not dress for Game 1.
NOTES: With his 94th career playoff win as a coach, Darryl Sutter joined Pat Quinn ranked No. 6 all-time. … With three assists in Game 1, Johnny Gaudreau joined Jarome Iginla and Martin Gelinas (2004) among Flames players to have a six-game point streak in the playoffs. … McDavid was the first Oilers player to score a goal in four straight postseason games since Michael Peca and Shawn Horcoff in 2006. | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/sports/tkachuk-scores-3-flames-beat-oilers-9-6-in-game-1/ | 2022-05-19 13:40:31 | 0 | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/sports/tkachuk-scores-3-flames-beat-oilers-9-6-in-game-1/ |
Trio of Local Athletic Administrators Honored
The Maine Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (MIAAA) held their annual conference at The Samoset over the last couple of days. At the reception held last night, April 6th a trio of local Athletic Administrators were honored.
Jaclyn Tourtellote the Athletic Administrator at Foxcroft Academy was named the MIAAA Rising Star! Jackie started as an Athletic Trainer at Foxcroft Academy in 2011. She was promoted to Assistant Athletic Director in 2015 and became Athletic Director in 2020.
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The Orioles opened the first day of the MLB draft the way they tend to always do under executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias — a focus on hitters with a combination of power and plate discipline. The highlight came with the first overall selection, drafting shortstop Jackson Holliday out of Stillwater High School in Oklahoma.
Baltimore followed Holliday with three college hitters, beginning with Cal junior outfielder Dylan Beavers with the 33rd overall pick in the Competitive Balance A round. Next came Clemson sophomore third baseman Max Wagner at No. 42 before the Orioles rounded out Sunday evening with Florida junior outfielder Jud Fabian with the 67th pick of the Competitive Balance B round.
The Orioles hold eight selections on the second day of the draft, beginning with the third round Monday. The focus took an immediate shift from hitters, selecting a pitcher to begin the third round of the draft Monday — the highest Elias has chosen a pitcher in his four drafts with the Orioles.
Round 3 (81st overall): Oklahoma State right-hander Nolan McLean
Skinny: The Orioles got a pitcher, although even this one can hit. McLean was a two-way player at Oklahoma State, although Baltimore announced him as a pitcher. His fastball-curveball combination are what scouts rave about most, and as a sophomore with the Cowboys, McLean struck out 39 batters in his 25 1/3 innings as a reliever.
As a designated hitter or infielder, McLean hit 19 home runs with a .285 average. But his 36.9% strikeout rate seems to push him toward becoming a pitcher at the next level.
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Recommended bonus slot: $793,600
Round 4 (107th overall): Texas catcher Silas Ardoin
Skinny: For the second time this draft, the Orioles took the son of a former major leaguer. Ardoin is the son of catcher Danny Ardoin, who played five years in the bigs and five games for the Orioles in 2006. Ardoin hit .271 as a redshirt sophomore for Texas this spring with 12 homers.
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Nuggets vs. Heat Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under - NBA Finals Game 5
Published: Jun. 12, 2023 at 2:54 PM EDT|Updated: 56 minutes ago
The Denver Nuggets are 9-point favorites heading into a decisive Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena on Monday, starting at 8:30 PM ET on ABC. The Nuggets hold a 3-1 lead in the series.
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Nuggets vs. Heat Game Info & Odds
- Date: Monday, June 12, 2023
- Time: 8:30 PM ET
- How to Watch on TV: ABC
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- Location: Denver, Colorado
- Venue: Ball Arena
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Nuggets vs. Heat Score Prediction
- Prediction: Nuggets 115 - Heat 108
Nuggets vs Heat Additional Info
Spread & Total Prediction for Nuggets vs. Heat
- Pick ATS: Heat (+ 9)
- Pick OU:
Over (209.5)
- The Nuggets' .537 ATS win percentage (44-36-2 ATS Record) is higher than the Heat's .366 mark (30-48-4 ATS Record) in 2022-23.
- Denver covers the spread when it is a 9-point favorite or more 43.5% of the time. That's more often than Miami covers as an underdog of 9 or more (never covered this season).
- Denver and its opponents have gone over the over/under 45.1% of the time this season (37 out of 82). That's less often than Miami and its opponents have (40 out of 82).
- The Nuggets have a .705 winning percentage as a moneyline favorite (43-18) this season while the Heat have a .333 winning percentage as a moneyline underdog (8-16).
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Nuggets Performance Insights
- Denver is posting 115.8 points per game (12th-ranked in NBA) this year, while allowing 112.5 points per contest (eighth-ranked).
- The Nuggets have been piling up assists in 2022-23, ranking second-best in the NBA with 28.9 assists per contest.
- The Nuggets rank fourth-best in the NBA with a three-point shooting percentage of 37.9%. They rank 18th in the league by draining 11.8 three-pointers per contest.
- Of the shots taken by Denver in 2022-23, 63.9% of them have been two-pointers (72.9% of the team's made baskets) and 36.1% have been from beyond the arc (27.1%).
Heat Performance Insights
- Miami is the worst team in the NBA in points scored (109.5 per game) but second-best in points conceded (109.8).
- The Heat are 25th in the NBA in assists (23.8 per game) in 2022-23.
- The Heat are 16th in the NBA in 3-pointers made (12 per game) and fourth-worst in 3-point percentage (34.4%).
- Miami takes 59.2% percent of its shots from inside the arc, and 40.8% percent from beyond it. In terms of makes, 69.5% of Miami's buckets are 2-pointers, and 30.5% are 3-pointers.
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State Sen. Roland Gutierrez stepped into the national spotlight in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Uvalde. He has been outspoken in his support of families of the 19 children and two teachers who were murdered on May 24 at Robb Elementary School.
We recommend Gutierrez in his reelection bid in Senate District 19.
WE RECOMMEND: A full list of the candidates recommended by the Editorial Board on the Nov. 8 ballot
Gutierrez faces Republican Robert Garza, former Del Rio mayor. Garza, an attorney, knows a lot about our border and the needs of the community, but he supports Operation Lone Star, our state’s near-total abortion ban and school vouchers.
Gutierrez, an attorney, served on San Antonio City Council from 2005 through 2008. He served six terms in the Texas House before serving as senator in 2021.
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“I’m not running against (Garza),” he told us. “I’m running against the set of ideas that I believe are wrong for our citizens. I believe that we can do better.”
State Senator, District 21: We recommend Sen. Judith Zaffirini, of Laredo, for another term representing this South Texas district. When elected in 1987, she became the first Hispanic woman Texas state senator. She’s now the second highest-ranking senator and the highest-ranking woman and Hispanic senator.
She chairs the Eagle Ford Shale Legislative Caucus, is vice chair of the Natural Resources and Economic Development Committee and is a member of the Energy Council and State Affairs Committee among other appointments. She’s also on the Texas Judicial Council and Access to Justice Commission.
She’s focused on early and higher education and enhancing health and human services for the young, old, poor, disabled and veteran populations. More recently, she began tackling issues of guardianship.
Zaffarini faces Republican Julie Dahlberg, from Sutherland Springs, who’s never held office and did not meet with us. Voters have, time and again, supported Zaffarini.
State Senator, District 24: In 2018, Pete Flores defied history when he won a special election to represent Senate District 19, a traditional Democratic stronghold. In 2020, Flores lost the seat to Gutierrez. Now he is running in a newly drawn district that fits his politics.
He faces Democrat Kathy Jones-Hospod, an engineer with 20 years of telecom experience.
We agree with Jones-Hospod on the big issues, and we disagree with Flores on many issues. But Flores has great relationships across the entire Bexar County delegation. He was key in securing funding for Texas A&M University and the San Antonio State Hospital. He gets our recommendation.
State Senator, District 25: We recommend incumbent Donna Campbell, who was first elected to that seat in 2012.
We strongly oppose many of Campbell’s policies, including her co-authoring of Senate Bill 8, which severely restricts access to abortions in Texas, and her co-sponsoring of House Bill 1927 allowing adults to not need a license to carry firearms. But Campbell, a Republican who is also a physician and nurse, mirrors the conservative district she represents.
Her Democratic opponent, Robert Walsh, is an entrepreneur and software engineer who’s making his first run for political office. We were impressed, but he lacks experience.
State Senator, District 26: State Sen. José Menéndez has represented his district well and deserves another term. He faces Republican Ashton Murray.
Menéndez has served in the Senate since 2015, and before that, he served in the House. He began his public service career in 1997 when he was elected to the San Antonio City Council District 6 office. He serves on several committees: local government, administration, business and commerce, education and Child Protective Services.
“I look at elections as a final exam; the day that our constituents get to grade our work. And so they know if people have been present, working,” he said.
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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The Ukrainian government has taken the main cathedral of the revered historic monastery from the church previously affiliated with Moscow's patriarchate and allowed its Ukrainian rival to use it for Orthodox Christmas services.
The move comes as the long-running tensions between the two churches exacerbated amid Russia's war in Ukraine.
Ukrainian Minister of Culture Oleksandr Tkachenko said Thursday that the Dormition Cathedral and the Refectory Church of the nearly 1,000-year-old Pechersk Lavra — also known as Monastery of the Caves — in the Ukrainian capital have been taken over by the state after the lease of them held by the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC) expired on Dec. 31.
On Friday, Tkachenko said that the Orthodox Church of Ukraine (OCU) — the similarly named rival church — asked for and was granted permission to conduct the service at the cathedral on Saturday when Orthodox Christmas is celebrated.
In 2019, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine received recognition from the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople. Moscow’s and most other Orthodox patriarchs refused to accept that designation that formalized a split with the Russian church.
The Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC), which remained loyal to the Moscow patriarch since the 17th century, declared independence from Moscow's Patriarchate after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The UOC gave Moscow a liturgical cold shoulder by dropping the commemoration of Moscow Patriarch Kirill as its leader in public worship and blessing its own sacramental oil rather than use Moscow’s supply.
But Ukrainian security agencies have claimed that it has maintained close ties with Moscow. They have conducted numerous raids of the church's holy sites, posting photos of rubles, Russian passports and leaflets with messages from the Moscow patriarch.
Prominent Ukrainian Orthodox Church leaders have rejected the allegations of ties with Moscow, insisting that they have loyally supported Ukraine from the start of the war and that a government crackdown will only hand a propaganda coup to Russia. | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Ukraine-reclaims-Kyiv-cathedral-amid-church-17699224.php | 2023-01-06 15:54:06 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Ukraine-reclaims-Kyiv-cathedral-amid-church-17699224.php |
HOUSTON (AP) — HOUSTON (AP) — Occidental Petroleum Corp. (OXY) on Tuesday reported first-quarter earnings of $1.26 billion.
The Houston-based company said it had profit of $1 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were $1.09 per share.
The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of nine analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.30 per share.
The oil and gas exploration and production company posted revenue of $7.26 billion in the period, which also fell short of Street forecasts. Seven analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $7.54 billion.
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Wisconsin sheriff’s deputy shot, killed while responding to drunken driving call
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GLENWOOD CITY, Wisconsin (WCCO) — A western Wisconsin sheriff’s deputy died Saturday evening after being shot, the state Department of Justice said.
According to the DOJ, a St. Croix County deputy was responding to a potential drunken driver in a ditch in the township of Glenwood around 6:15 p.m.
Shortly after getting to the scene, the deputy reported shots fired. The DOJ said the deputy was shot, hospitalized and later died. They have not been publicly identified.
Authorities said the suspect took off running and was later found dead in a wooded area with a gunshot wound.
Overnight, law enforcement gathered at the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office in St. Paul to honor the fallen officer. It’s a tradition that an officer’s body be guarded by other officers at all times.
Last month, officers Hunter Scheel of Cameron and Emily Breidenbach of Chetek were killed in a shootout after serving a warrant at a traffic stop.
A week after that, Pope County, Minnesota Sheriff’s Deputy Joshua Owen was killed in a shootout. Another deputy and a Starbuck police officer were also shot, but survived.
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LeafHouse Financial Earns DALBAR Honors for 5th Straight Year
MARLBOROUGH, Mass., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LeafHouse Financial, an independent, discretionary investment manager to the retirement industry was recently awarded DALBAR's 3(38) Certification. The Certification evaluates the qualifications, capabilities and services provided by an investment manager to determine if they meet the requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act ("ERISA") section 3(38), that permits qualified investment managers to be appointed as fiduciaries to manage assets of retirement plans.
"We are pleased to complete the DALBAR Certification for the 5th year in a row. LeafHouse aims to help advisors and plan sponsors make an informed decision when hiring us as a 3(38) investment manager. DALBAR is an unbiased leader in these types of certifications for the financial community", says Dallas Villarreal, LeafHouse CCO & Sr. Operations Manager.
Evaluations consist of background checks of all key personnel, evaluation of potential conflicts of interest, reasonableness of arrangements and contracts, scope of work performed, adequacy of insurance protection and use of generally accepted investment theory.
LeafHouse Financial is an experienced, national discretionary investment manager and consultant for all types of retirement plans. LeafHouse acts in both a 3(21) and 3(38) fiduciary capacity for a multitude of private and public retirement plans that range from start-up to large institutions across the U.S. LeafHouse manages $15,453,585,811 as of December 31, 2021. LeafHouse developed proprietary technology that is designed to prudently select, evaluate, and monitor investments that are solely in the best interests of plan participants and their beneficiaries.
The firm is an independent and flexible fiduciary that aims to provide the maximum level of protection at a low cost to avoid conflicts of interest. LeafHouse integrates technology and industry knowledge aiming to provide a layer of protection to plan sponsors. As we work to uphold the fiduciary standard, our aim is to wholly align our interests with those of our clients.
LeafHouse is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. More information about LeafHouse's investment advisory services can be found in its Form ADV Part 2, which is available upon request.
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WFO PORTLAND Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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DENSE FOG ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
615 AM PST Tue Dec 13 2022
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PST THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Visibility one quarter of mile or less at times in dense
fog.
* WHERE...In Oregon, Greater Portland Metro Area. In Washington,
Greater Vancouver Area.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM PST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flag carrier Air New Zealand has extended its partnership with Discover the World for GSA services. Air New Zealand has been partnered with Discover for the Latin America region and selected markets in Southeast Asia.
The extended partnership will cover a strategically important region for Air New Zealand with particular focus on the UK and German DACH markets. Christine Sutton (previously with STA Travel and Emirates) was appointed Senior Sales Manager UK & Europe in July.
Aiden Walsh, Head of Airline Development and Partnerships for Discover the World commented 'We are delighted to grow our partnership with Air New Zealand for the European region. With Aotearoa borders now fully open we look forward to working with our trade partners on developing passenger sales."
Christine Sutton, Senior Sales Manager for Discover the World commented, "It has been a phenomenal start so far, the travel trade has been really excited to have local contacts in the market again, we are looking forward to working with the trade to keep them updated on the Air New Zealand products and activities"
Aaron Gilden, Head of Sales SSEA, UK and EU for Air New Zealand commented, "Air New Zealand is excited to be extending our partnership with Discover the World. It was vital for us to choose a partner that could represent our brand values and deliver a premium service to our trade partners. With our New Zealand joint venture partnership with Singapore Airlines and 'More ways to New Zealand' proposition, we continue to offer our customers unmatched options to reach our home of Aotearoa via the Air New Zealand global network."
Air New Zealand's story started in 1940, first taking to the skies between Auckland and Sydney on a flying boat - a Short S30. Known for its warm Kiwi hospitality, today, the airline has 98 operating aircraft ranging from Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and Airbus A320s to ATRs and Q300s, offering customers comfort in the latest most efficient jets and turboprops. It's a modern fuel-efficient fleet with an average age of 6.7 years. Air New Zealand's global network of passenger and cargo services centres around New Zealand. Pre-Covid, the airline flew more than 17 million passengers every year, with 3,400 flights per week. Air New Zealand was recently named the World's Safest Airline by the Australian rating service AirlineRatings.com, highlighting the airline's laser-focus on safety. This year, Air New Zealand won Best Corporate Reputation in New Zealand - 8th year in a row.
Air New Zealand has a well-connected domestic business, connecting customers and cargo to 20 different regions around New Zealand. Internationally, the airline has direct flights to major cities across Australia, Asia, the Pacific Islands, and the US, and through its strong relationships with alliance partners, offers customers more choice and convenience to connect further afield to hundreds of destinations. Air New Zealand has a particular focus on sustainability and its Sustainability Framework helps guide the airline's efforts in tackling some of New Zealand's and the world's most complex challenges. Airpoints, Air New Zealand's loyalty programme, is seen as the most valuable loyalty programme in New Zealand with 3.5 million members. It allows members to earn Airpoints Dollars™ and Status Points for VIP benefits in the air and on the ground. Air New Zealand aircraft are proudly identified by its distinct tail livery of the Mangōpare, the Māori symbol of the hammerhead shark which represents strength, tenacity, and resilience.
Discover the World has earned a reputation as an innovative global sales representation leader in the travel industry through a worldwide network of 85 offices in more than 60 countries. With a portfolio of over 100 clients utilizing its sales, marketing and business process outsourcing services, the work of Discover has a direct positive impact on the growth of our clients and trade industry partners every day. For more information about Discover the World, visit discovertheworld.com
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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FLASH FLOOD WARNING
The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
Western Bandera County in south central Texas...
* Until 1130 AM CDT.
* At 826 AM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
3 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up
to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms
producing flash flooding.
SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Medina and Vanderpool.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM CDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...The following counties, Bell, Falls and Milam.
* WHEN...Until 1100 AM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Dangerous flows over low-water crossings.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Low
lying and/or poor drainage areas will experience minor
flooding in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain
have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are
possible.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Marlin, Rosebud, Rogers, Riesel, Lott and Buckholts.
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Greenetrack responds for first time in tax order dispute
GREENE COUNTY, Ala, (WBRC) - Breaking news out of Greene County today, no more electronic bingo at Greenetrack in Eutaw. The move comes after the Alabama Supreme Court ruled Greenetrack owes the state a staggering $76 million dollar plus tax bill.
Greenetrack leader Luther Winn says he’s willing to sit down with the state and work out a plan. Meanwhile, Winn made it clear he sees the recent ruling as a modern-day “financial lynching.”
Winn is referring to the Alabama Supreme Court ruling in late June that Greenetrack owed the state $76 million in back taxes, a period dating back to a four year time-frame from 2004 to 2008. The court’s ruling comes after two lower court rulings and an Alabama Tax Tribunal opinion stated Greenetrack was exempt from certain taxes based on a 1975 law. Still, Luther Winn says they will do away with electronic bingo and transition to horse-racing machines which have already been declared legal.
“Would be wiling to sit down with us and try to work out some kind of plan because although I believe it’s wrong my attorneys have told me they’ve never seen anything like this ever,” said Greenetrack CEO Luther Winn.
“The city of Eutaw receives over $50,000 per month from electronic bingo which has truly been a blessing to us because as you all know we had problems with taxes and electronic bingo really helped us come out of that debt,” said Eutaw Mayor LaTasha Johnson.
“My mind is all over the place when it comes to this decision. I really don’t understand it because if two courts rule in our favor why rule against us?” said Greenetrack cashier LaToya Pelt.
Alabama attorney general Steve Marshall supported the court’s decision and released the following statement to WBRC:
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled on June 30 that Greentrack’s scheme did not immunize it from taxes and did not comply with Alabama law, rendering a judgement for the state that will allow over $76 million in unpaid taxes and interest to be collected. It is now time for Greenetrack to pay those long overdue taxes.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration proposed new regulations Tuesday to make state and local government websites and apps for services like libraries, parking, transit and court records more accessible for people with disabilities.
The new Justice Department rule would establish certain accessibility standards for websites and app-based services maintained by state and local governments, the White House announced. Those could include providing text descriptions for photos for the visually impaired who use screen readers, and captioning for government videos.
Administration officials say such websites and government services have not been as accessible as they should be for people with disabilities, and that President Joe Biden was aiming to change that. Wednesday is the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
“President Biden has been completely clear that everyone in America has to be able to share in the benefits of technology,” said Arati Prabhakar, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. “That means a digital infrastructure that works for the 25 percent of Americans who are living with a disability.”
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- American Injectables is now well positioned to help fill the gap in US-based manufacturing of sterile injectables to alleviate current drug shortages.
- $19 million Series A fundraising, led by New Rhein, enables the Company to scale manufacturing capabilities, fund R&D and launch its first product.
- R&D investment to grow pipeline of both generic and branded hospital products.
TAMPA BAY, Fla. , Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Injectables is pleased to announce that the company has successfully completed the commissioning and qualification of its newly constructed facility in addition to the completion of Series A financing. Key accomplishments were qualifying the facility and utilities as well as completing the first successful series of media fills for the sterile core and vial filling line. During a recent interview, CEO Adam Levitt made these comments, "We are excited to start registration batches for FDA submission in the coming months and preparing for our first FDA inspection and approval."
Mr. Levitt went on to say, "I am further announcing the addition of Dr Vijay Nekkanti, VP R&D to the leadership team. Dr Nekkanti most recently was leading R&D for Humanwell and has held leadership roles with Custopharm, and Dr. Reddy's Lab and Pfizer. I am very excited about this new critical hire. American Injectables, Inc is now well-positioned with Integrated Product Development and Manufacturing engine that quickly and flexibly brings new products to market. With the addition of Dr. Nekkanti we have completed building a world class leadership team."
Chairman Subhanu Saxena said, "I am delighted to see American Injectables progress with this round of funding. This successful funding round reflects the success we've achieved through facility qualification and completion of media fills. The focus and dedication of the entire organization is to become an important US-based supplier of essential medicines to the acute care market, and to become a partner of choice for industry through their sterile manufacturing of vials and ready-to-use prefilled syringe products."
[Bourne Partners advised American Injectables in the fundraising.]
American Injectables is a US-based manufacturer of sterile injectable parenteral drugs with a world-class facility focused on ready-to-use pre-filled syringes and vials. The company's product line includes small molecule 505(b)2 and 505(j) ready-to-use syringe and vial products, and it serves as an out-sourced contract manufacturing partner for strategic pharmaceutical companies.
For complete information, visit: https://americaninj.com/
New Rhein applies a private equity business model to life sciences venture capital investing, focusing on proven assets used in new ways (i.e., new delivery forms, new indications) that offer compelling health economic value to payors. New Rhein combines significant deal-making expertise with deep operating experience; it takes significant stakes in a small number of companies and actively manages their value creation. In this way, New Rhein limits science-based risk and concentrates on development and execution. Prior investments have included medicines or medical devices for Alzheimer's disease, ophthalmic disorders, respiratory disease, critical care, urology and oncology. Our managing partners and advisors are former senior executives of leading pharmaceutical firms with outstanding operational and investment track records. For more information, see www.newrhein.com.
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According to ESPN, four WNBA opening games amassed 199% more viewers than the 2022 opening weekend. These numbers echo a skyrocketing interest in women's sports across the board. Samba TV reports that viewership for the 2022 WNBA Finals grew by 171% compared to the year before, while viewership for the NBA Finals grew by 25%. The National Women's Soccer League had 435% more viewers tune in to their 2022 championship compared to 2021.
#WNBA Tip-Off Weekend delivered significant viewership growth on ESPN platforms
Saturday's #ALLINLV vs #TakeCover game is the @WNBA's most-viewed opening weekend game in 11 years (684K viewers) pic.twitter.com/SGTinJjF6M
— ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) May 23, 2023
The MLS Championship only grew by 15%.
Kia Nurse is a WNBA All-Star and a new point guard for the Seattle Storm. She says that the players can notice the increase in interest in their sport, and it's a motivating force behind their game.
"Every single day, we understand that there's a lot of eyes on us, a lot of young eyes, a lot of young women who are inspiring to be in our position and so when you come in, that's something that you play for," Nurse said.
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Design, automate, and optimize the most complex business processes end to end
MCLEAN, Va., March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Appian (Nasdaq: APPN) today announced immediate availability of the latest version of the Appian Platform for process automation. The new release features enhancements in total experience, data fabric, automation, and process mining, all underpinned by Appian's industrial-strength low-code design.
"Organizations must go beyond applications that provide automation at the task level and begin implementing process orchestrations that unify humans, systems, and digital workers," said Michael Beckley, Founder and CTO at Appian. "Appian delivers the end-to-end process control organizations need to design new digital solutions, automate complex processes, and optimize business operations to drive continuous improvement."
Enhancements to Appian Portals extends total experience benefits across business-to-business and business-to-consumer use cases. In under four weeks, Appian customer AARP built a robust, secure, and engaging Appian Portals experience to support the Fraud Watch Volunteer program providing support to fraud victims among AARP's 40 million members.
"We needed a way to accept and process applications from volunteers, and we spent more than 18 months looking for a technology that would enable that while meeting our very strict security requirements," said Fisnik Shpuza, Director of Workflow Automation at AARP. "Appian Portals gave us everything we needed. It's secure, it's beautiful and looks like an AARP web page, and it connects all the incoming data directly into our process."
The new release makes it easier than ever to build beautiful and intuitive web and mobile Portals that engage external users in a seamless total experience with internal employees. New features include:
- Start Process from Portals: Start any process automation directly from a Portals interface. Appian customers can initiate end-to-end process automations directly in a Portal enabling orchestration of AI services, assigning human tasks or executing robotic process automations.
- Query Appian's data fabric from Portals: Streamlined ability to query and display record data from Appian's data fabric in Portals, without the need for complex integration calls.
- Portals Header Bar and Pages: Engage Portals users with great experiences. Add a header bar for multi-page navigation to connect with your users in more ways, all with no code.
- Portals Change Management: Changing and iterating Portals is even easier. With the addition of new proactive actions and recommendations, Appian proactively updates portals and notifies developers when objects change.
The Appian data fabric unifies data across systems without moving the data, dramatically reducing the time and effort needed to build powerful applications. The latest Appian release includes enhancements that make working with the data fabric easier than ever, including:
- Centralized Record Security: Secure all aspects of your records in one place. Quickly specify who can see which records and record views and what actions they can take.
- No-Code Security Rules: Specify security rules for Record Views by answering two simple questions: Who can see the data, and when can they see it?
- Simplification: Appian's data fabric features drag-and-drop record type configurations, auto-generation of user record type relationships, database updates with codeless data modeling, the ability to combine data across record types, and more.
In today's economy, IT leaders must continue to deliver value to the business with fewer resources, while driving greater operational efficiency. Business leaders face increasing regulatory compliance burdens, driving a need for end-to-end process control, and they are also experiencing pressure to digitally innovate to remain competitive. The latest version of the Appian Platform helps IT leaders achieve digital agility, while enabling business leaders to easily design, automate, and optimize business operations to drive efficiency and deliver new digital innovations.
About Appian
Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit www.appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]
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Local food producers
Editor, Times-Dispatch:
We need to support our local farmers and food producers. With rising fuel costs and greenhouse gas concerns, this is more important than ever.
Less fuel used means everything to the producers of our food, and to our planet. These producers also help grow our local economy by keeping as much of our money as possible going into it. This enhances all of our lives and besides, local food is freshest and tastes best.
Kent Kannegieter.
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ST. LOUIS (AP) — Albert Pujols hit his 698th home run, a tying two-run drive in the sixth inning that sparked the St. Louis Cardinals over the Cincinnati Reds 6-5 on Friday night.
Pujols hit a first-pitch slider from Raynel Espinal 427 feet into the left-field stands for his 19th home run this season, tying the score 4-4. Pujols trails only Barry Bonds (762), Hank Aaron (755) and Babe Ruth (714) on the career list.
“It’s just being out there and contributing to this ballclub and this organization,” Pujols said. “I think just getting every opportunity that I’ve been getting, especially lately, and just trying to help this ballclub to win.”
With 2,203 RBIs, the 42-year-old Pujols moved within 11 of Ruth for second, behind Aaron’s 2,297.
Ryan Helsley struck out Kyle Farmer, Jake Fraley and Donovan Solano on nine pitches for his 18th save in 22 chances, the third immaculate inning in Cardinals history after Bob Gibson in 1969 and Jason Isringhausen in 2002.
“That’s pretty cool history to be a part of,” Cardinals catcher Andrew Knizner said. “I could tell from his first pitch, Helsley, I was like, ‘OK, he’s ready to go.'”
Pujols is hitting .324 (45 for 139) with 15 homers and 35 RBIs in 47 games since July 10. Five of his last six home runs have come in the sixth inning or later, and his last five homers have tied the game or put St. Louis ahead.
“He continues to do it in meaningful situations,” “That was a big swing,” Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said. “It’d be one thing if he was just chasing it, but the thing is he’s taking an unbelievable approach and delivering when we need it most.”
Pujols hit a drive to T.J. Friedl at the left-field wall in the seventh. He is in his 22nd major league season and intends to retire at the end of the season.
“This feels like a playoff atmosphere with the fans and the last year of myself and Yadi,” Pujols said, referring to catcher Yadier Molina. “I think everybody’s really excited about it, and I think for us we just try to go out there, play the game, and just enjoy it.”
St. Louis (85-60), which maintained a 7 1/2-game lead over second-place Milwaukee in the NL Central, has 17 games remaining.
After Farmer homered off JoJo Romero to give Cincinnati a 5-4 lead in the seventh, Brandon Donovan walked against Ian Gibaut (1-2) leading off the bottom half, and Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado followed with consecutive RBI doubles.
“These games are fun to play in,” Reds manager David Bell said. “Our team literally gave everything they had to win that game. Obviously, when you do that it’s disappointing, but there’s no question that that’s how you play this game and that pays off.”
Chris Stratton (9-4) got the final out of the seventh. Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty allowed four runs, six hits, two walks and two hit batters in five innings.
Goldschmidt doubled twice and got his 111th RBI.
Reds starter Fernando Cruz, wearing No. 21 to honor Roberto Clemente, retired his first five batters as an opener before hitting Pujols with a pitch and coming out of the game.
ARMS OF CHAMPIONS
Pitcher Jason Motte of the 2011 champion Cardinals and goaltender Jordan Binnington of the 2019 Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues threw out ceremonial first pitches.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Reds: RHP Hunter Greene (right shoulder strain) will be activated off the injured list to start the night game of Saturday’s doubleheader, his first start since Aug. 1 at Miami.
Cardinals: OF Dylan Carlson (sprained left thumb) started in center field for Triple-A Memphis Friday night at Iowa and hit a pair of doubles in three at bats. He is expected to start for Memphis Saturday and Sunday and could rejoin the big league club Tuesday.
UP NEXT
RHP Dakota Hudson (7-7, 4.43 ERA) will be recalled from Triple-A Memphis to start Saturday’s day game against LHP Mike Minor (4-11, 5.78 ERA) who has not won a start against St. Louis since Aug. 25, 2013 while pitching for Atlanta. LHP José Quintana (5-6, 3.34 ERA), who starts the night game, is 2-1 with a 2.93 ERA in nine starts sincehe was acquired from Pittsburgh on Aug. 1.
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SAN DIEGO (AP) — Bernardo da Silva scored 20 points as Hawaii beat UC San Diego 62-49 on Thursday.
Da Silva added seven rebounds, three steals, and three blocks for the Rainbow Warriors (12-3). Kamaka Hepa scored 11 points while shooting 4 for 9, including 3 for 5 from beyond the arc, and added seven rebounds. JoVon McClanahan was 5 of 10 shooting (1 for 4 from distance) to finish with 11 points, while adding six assists. The Rainbow Warriors picked up their seventh straight win.
The Tritons (6-9) were led by Bryce Pope, who posted 16 points. UCSD also got 15 points from Roddie Anderson III. In addition, Jake Kosakowski finished with six points.
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HOUSTON, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunny Sky Products, LLC ("Sunny Sky" or the "Company"), a leading producer of dispensed beverage solutions offering hot, cold, frozen, and beverage enhancer products for the convenience store and foodservice channels, today announced the closing of its acquisition of GoodWest Industries ("GoodWest"), a leading manufacturer and supplier of low-acid aseptic beverage solutions, primarily selling shelf-stable and bag-in-box coffee creamers, cold brew coffees, and iced coffees, from Palladium Equity Partners, LLC (along with its affiliates "Palladium"). The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
"We are thrilled to officially welcome our new GoodWest colleagues to the Sunny Sky family," said W. Ashley Edens, President & CEO of Sunny Sky Products. "Together, Sunny Sky and GoodWest will strengthen our position as a leader in the premium dispensed beverage category and provide expanded product offerings to our valuable customers while continuing to deliver top-quality products and superior customer service."
Kirkland & Ellis LLP acted as legal advisor to Sunny Sky. Greenberg Traurig LLP acted as legal advisor to GoodWest. Lincoln International acted as the financial advisor to GoodWest.
About Sunny Sky Products
Sunny Sky, a portfolio company of TJC, is a leading producer of dispensed beverage solutions, offering hot, cold, frozen, and beverage enhancer products for the convenience store and foodservice industry. The Company's products include specialty cappuccinos, frappes, hot chocolates, fountain drinks, aguas frescas, teas, frozen slushies, smoothies, coffee syrups, sauces and toppers. The Company employs approximately 225 team members across two best-in-class manufacturing facilities at their headquarters in Houston, TX as well as Tinley Park, IL. For additional information about Sunny Sky, visit www.SunnySkyProducts.com.
About GoodWest Industries
GoodWest Industries, LLC, headquartered in Douglassville, PA, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of low-acid aseptic beverage solutions, primarily selling shelf-stable and bag-in-box coffee creamers, cold brew coffees, and iced coffees. GoodWest has more than 25,000 dispensers in operation across the US and over 20 countries. The Company serves the away-from-home market with a primary focus on convenience stores, coffeeshops, and foodservice. GoodWest's capabilities and expertise in aseptically processed dairy, non-dairy, coffee beverages, and specialty flavors allow it to provide customized products to its customers. For additional information about GoodWest, please visit www.goodwest.com
About TJC
TJC, founded in 1982, is a middle-market private equity firm that has raised funds with original capital commitments in excess of $19 billion with a 40-year track record of investing in and contributing to the growth of many businesses across a wide range of industries, including Diversified Industrials; Technology, Telecom & Power; Logistics & Supply Chain and Consumer & Healthcare. The senior investment team has been investing together for over 20 years, and they are supported by the Operations Management Group, which was established in 1988 to initiate and support operational improvements in portfolio companies. TJC has offices in New York, Miami, Chicago and Stamford. For more information, visit: www.tjclp.com.
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Sunny Sky:
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Sunny Sky Products
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(832) 320-4317
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CHICAGO, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE: ORI) — today announced that it will hold a conference call on Thursday, October 27, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss results for the third quarter of 2022. The call can be accessed live on Old Republic's website at www.oldrepublic.com or by dialing 1-888-510-2411, passcode 4060501.
Investors may also access a replay of the call by dialing 1-800-770-2030, passcode 4060501, which will be available through November 3, 2022. The replay will also be available on Old Republic's website.
Chicago-based Old Republic International Corporation is one of the nation's 50 largest shareholder-owned insurance businesses. It is a member of the Fortune 500 listing of America's largest companies. The Company is organized as an insurance holding company whose subsidiaries actively market, underwrite, and provide risk management services for a wide variety of coverages mostly in the general and title insurance fields. Old Republic's general insurance business ranks among the nation's 50 largest, while its title insurance business is the third largest in its industry.
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Trump-backed Boebert tries to fend off moderate challenge
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Voters are heading to the polls for the Colorado primary Tuesday. With races all around the state, one with potentially widespread implications is taking place in Colorado’s Third Congressional District.
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), endorsed by former President Donald Trump, is trying to hold onto her seat. But keeping her office in Congress is not happening without a challenge.
Her primary opponent, Republican State Senator Don Coram, touts himself as a legislator, not an instigator.
“He’s respected pretty broadly within the Republican Party and even by many Democrats who’ve worked with him over the years. And he’s generally considered a pretty serious legislator and a serious politician,” said Seth Masket, a professor at the University of Denver.
Masket thinks it will be challenge to defeat Boebert. According to the Federal Election Commission, Boebert raised over $5 million, while Coram raised just over $200,000. Political organizations are asking Democrats to switch their party affiliation for this primary to help Coram defeat Boebert.
“It’s probably not enough to actually make a difference,” said Masket.
But Masket says Donald Trump is dividing Republicans in Colorado, specifically when it comes to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot and rejection of the 2020 election results.
“It’s definitely a livewire. We’ll see how much that ends up mattering in the primary,” said Masket.
So far, Trump-endorsed candidates are seeing mixed results, but a majority have won their primaries.
“(Boebert’s district) is its own district, and the voters really do like President Trump quite a bit,” said Kristi Burton Brown, chairwoman of the Colorado Republican Party.
Brown says it is normal for sitting members to face primary challengers, but does think former President Trump’s endorsement will help Boebert. She says the party stays neutral in primaries but argues Boebert is a force.
“It’s clear she has a record of speaking and delivering for her district,” said Boebert.
Following this primary, candidates from both parties turn their attention to November 8, the date of the midterm elections.
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TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — A fire broke out on Friday in the compound belonging to the most revered Shiite shrine in Iran but was quickly extinguished, the country's state-run news agency reported. No one was injured.
The report by IRNA said one of the cleaning machines that was in the yard of the Imam Reza shrine in the northeastern city of Mashhad caught fire. Fire engines quickly arrived at the scene and put it out. IRNA also said the cause of the incident was under investigation.
The shrine, some 900 kilometers (560 miles) northeast of the capital of Tehran is the largest complex housing a tomb in Iran and one of the country's most-visited sites. It draws about 20 million people a year, mostly Iranians and Shiite pilgrims from neighboring countries such as Iraq and Pakistan.
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Triple-digit high temperatures are back in the Treasure Valley for the start of the work week Monday and Tuesday. Temperatures will cool down to the low 90s starting Wednesday and stay in the mid-to-upper-90s through the weekend.
There will be a chance of rain throughout the Idaho News 6 viewing area starting Tuesday through at least Thursday. The best chance for rain in the Treasure Valley is Wednesday.
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If it works, we might even be able to manipulate our own reality.
A few feet inside the front door at Science Corp. in Alameda, California, lies a brightly lit room with large, transparent windows. On a late November afternoon, three gowned surgeons carefully circle a New Zealand white rabbit laid out on an ocean-blue cloth. About a month prior, the rabbit — named Leela, after Futurama's one-eyed heroine — received an injection through the white of her eyeball.
Just outside the surgery room, Max Hodak, the CEO of Science Corp., stands in jeans and a black hoodie, cradling a laptop in the crook of his arm. The presentation on his screen shows a small device, about the size of a penny, attached to a thin tail of wiring. It's a device he hopes can restore a critical sense and help the blind see again. It doesn't look like much — a miniature city of electronics attached to a microLED display just 2mm square — but it doesn't have to.
The prosthesis he's showing off is known as the Science Eye, and once it's been proved safe and effective, it'll be implanted on top of, and inside, the eyeballs of human patients suffering from diseases where the eye's light-sensing cells have died. The idea is to coax other cells within the eye to receive and translate light signals. The device was unveiled as the biotech exited stealth on Nov. 21 last year.
It had been a busy morning for Hodak, but an air of quiet optimism suffused the Science facility during my visit. In the months since, the company's first scientific paper was uploaded to bioRxiv, a repository for preprint scientific articles, describing the extensive foundational work Science Corp. has undertaken, including demonstrating how its technology works in rabbits like Leela, and readying it for future trials to test its vision-restoring capabilities.
As I stand with Hodak outside the surgery, he runs through images on his laptop, pointing out the form factor of the Science Eye and how many pixels the team has been able to jam into the device's wafer-thin microLED. The number stands at an impressive 16,000, allowing for a resolution he says is about "eight times better than an iPhone 13." He shows off a brief demo of the kind of "vision" someone with a Science Eye might have. Red pixels dance around a screen, recapitulating a view of a street and a human waving their hands.
The microLED device, which Science calls FlexLED, is just one component of the Science Eye. For it to restore even this form of vision to patients, the Science team first needs to deliver a gene to a specific region of the eye and demonstrate it can generate electrical signals in the regions of the brain responsible for controlling sight. That's where Leela comes in.
While Hodak and co-founder Alan Mardinly explain the process to me, behind them, Leela's eyeball is carefully being removed from its socket.
TO READ THIS article, your eye and your brain are involved in a frantic dance, enlivened by a storm of light and electrical signals. This dance, honed by millions of years of evolution, provides us with the sensation of sight.
Light from your screen is focused by the lens of your eye onto the retina, a layer of tissue at the rear of the eye containing light-sensing cells known as photoreceptors. These cells, which are shaped like rods and cones, contain molecules known as opsins, which can convert the incoming light into an electrical signal.
That signal is eventually passed forward to nerve cells called retinal ganglion cells, which snake from the eye up into the brain as the optic nerve, transmitting information that creates a visual image of the world.
In genetic diseases, such as retinitis pigmentosa or age-related macular degeneration, abnormalities in the layer of photoreceptors in the retina ultimately lead to their death. With the photoreceptors lost, light signals can no longer be translated to electrical signals, resulting in blindness. It's not a perfect analogy, but think of the eye like a house. There's still electricity flowing into the wires of the home, but with these diseases, all the lightbulbs have blown out.
Fortunately, there are other ways to light it up. While the photoreceptors are lost in retinitis pigmentosa, the RGCs — and other cells in the retina — remain intact. The brain can still decode light signals. The idea behind the Science Eye is to modify these RGCs to become photoreceptive so they can be stimulated, by light, and send those signals to the brain. It's like bringing lamps into the house and plugging them in to provide light.
The modification requires an injection of a specially designed opsin, which has been genetically manipulated and encased in a deactivated virus to seek out RGCs. The Science team has been able to show that the opsin makes its way to RGCs, in experiments with neurons derived from stem cells and in retinal organoids, simulacra of a human retina. In short, they can illuminate the house with lamps, rather than lightbulbs.
"What we want to do is test it in an adult human ... but we can't until we're allowed to," says Alan Mardinly, a Science co-founder and its director of biology. "The next best thing is to grow a retina and test it in those human cells."
The organoids, which develop from stem cells into a mixture of cells including RGCs, are doused in a solution of the viral construct containing opsins. About 10 weeks later they're placed under a microscope, where researchers, including cell engineer Kevin Smith, go searching for bright red cells — signifying that the opsin has landed in the organoid's RGCs. I'm told this is working well, with about one in five RGCs expressing the construct designed by Science. Further refinement of the viral construct and the opsin is expected to deliver even better expression.
This work at the lab bench shows that the method works in vitro, outside of a living organism. But what about inside a living organism? For that, Science needs Leela. More specifically, it needs her eyes.
AS I WANDER through the laboratories at Science with Hodak and Mardinly, I pass by scientist Amy Rochford as she works with tweezers and a paintbrush to delicately manipulate a thumbnail-size piece of tissue.
This, she tells me, is Leela's eyeball.
Rochford slices it open, removing various parts of the eye, like the lens and the vitreous, a gel-like layer in the middle, before spreading the ocular orb open like a flower with four petals. The paintbrush helps access the retina and delicately sections it out for processing, so another member of the Science team — someone like cell engineer Smith — can study it down the lens of a microscope.
Rabbit eyes aren't quite the same as human eyes. One of the chief differences is a region known as the fovea, a central depression in the retina where a lot of light-sensitive cones are packed tightly together. Rabbits have a streak of cells whereas humans have a pit, Mardinly notes, and the fundamental eye biology is a little different, but the New Zealand Whites provide a great starting point for this kind of research.
Science needs to validate two concepts. First, its viral construct, containing the opsin, has to get into RGCs in the rabbit retina. Second, the pulsing light of the FlexLED device needs to stimulate the opsins and send signals to the brain. In rabbits, Science isn't trying to restore vision just yet. Rather, it's doing the basic science to show the method works.
Early results indicate it does. Experiments with two rabbits, described in a preprint the team released in February, show they've been able to make RGCs light-sensitive. They've also been able to pulse the FlexLED device and detect activity in the visual centers of the brain.
However, to stimulate the opsin in RGCs, patients (including Science's rabbits) need to be exposed to a specific wavelength of light. The opsin doesn't respond to natural light like the human eye; it's unable to generate a full picture of the environment like healthy photoreceptor cells can. For that reason, the Eye will require patients to wear a pair of glasses with cameras that communicate information, wirelessly via infrared, to the FlexLED implanted over the retina.
The vision restoration for early patients won't be a miraculous return to 20/20, but it will help them make sense of their world; the sensation will be akin to sight but with much less fidelity.
To restore high-resolution vision, there are physiological barriers that have yet to be overcome. For instance, the human retina contains more than 100 million photoreceptors in each eye, but only about 1 million RGCs, a difference that's hard to overcome — but not impossible. In some ways, it might even be considered easier to stimulate just the RGCs and get them to fire.
RGCs are also separated into distinct types, which relay slightly different information to the brain. "I've heard people refer to them as, like, Photoshop filters," Hodak explains. "When you stack them all together, you get the natural scene."
In theory, a future version of the FlexLED device could drive different types of RGCs. Hodak notes that he isn't sure if this is possible just yet, but with refinement, the device may even be able to have a constant, one-to-one mapping between a pixel on its FlexLED screen and an individual RGC. Combined with the brain's ability to adapt over time, high-resolution vision restoration could be within reach.
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SCIENCE ISN'T THE only team working on modifying the eye to restore vision, but in the burgeoning field of optogenetics, its approach is unique.
A number of companies are experimenting with different techniques, including using gene-editing RGCs and light-altering goggles. For instance, French biotech company GenSight is working on a similar optogenetics system, using gene therapy and glasses. Its system doesn't require overlaying a thin microLED on the retina like the Science Eye, making it less risky. Instead, it uses goggles to amplify the ambient, natural light into a monochromatic signal that genetically edited RGCs can decipher.
This method arguably provides less fine control of opsin activation in the RGCs, but it's already in clinical trials and has been shown to "partially restore" vision in a patient with retinitis pigmentosa, according to a 2021 paper in the journal Nature. The patient was able to detect objects, like a notepad on a table, after wearing the GenSight glasses over a matter of months.
Hodak's previous place of employment, Neuralink, also recently entered the race to restore vision. Hodak co-founded that brain-computer startup with a team of scientists, engineers and, yes, Elon Musk back in 2016. Hodak left in 2021. The comparison between the two companies has been the primary focus of articles regarding Science to date, with publications dubbing the biotech firm a "Neuralink rival."
Comparing the two is, at this stage, kind of like comparing In-N-Out Burger to Whole Foods. Neuralink's approach involves implanting electrodes directly into the brain, where they're tasked with interpreting signals and stimulating brain cells in an effort to restore movement and sight, and, according to Musk, allow humans to merge with AI.
Regulatory bodies are already showing concerns about that approach. Neuralink has failed one application to the US Food and Drug Administration to get its product into trials. Science will face the same hurdles, but the Science Eye has one major advantage over the Link: Surgery of the eye comes with its own dangers, but they're not comparable to inserting electrodes into the brain.
Safety remains paramount, however. Raymond Wong, a stem cell biologist at the University of Melbourne working on eye disease treatments, notes Science will need to make sure "the implant doesn't cause damage to neighboring retina cells, increase intraocular pressure [or] cause intraocular inflammation." These are potential problems Hodak, Mardinly and others are trying to solve in preclinical work using rabbits like Leela, and likely primates too, but the real test will come when the devices first make their way into humans.
That moment will, Hodak hopes, be just the beginning. Though the Science Eye is the only device that's been publicly unveiled, it's clear Science is already thinking beyond. It would be shortsighted to assume otherwise. After all, the startup's ambitions are lurking right there in the name. Science. This isn't a company built around one product or goal.
"It's early days but if this works it'll be an enormous company," says Hodak. "Like, we're not in any one area of medical devices, we might not even be just medical devices eventually." Hodak is coy when pressed about those devices, saying they'll be announced if and when they're ready. There have been some indications, though, of Science's ultimate ambitions.
WHEN HODAK ANNOUNCED his new venture on his personal blog in late 2021, he made a bold proclamation. "The future isn't better smartphones or AR glasses: It's making the sensorium itself directly programmable, and maybe even adding new senses entirely," he wrote.
This idea — reprogramming the brain to experience new senses — isn't limited to the realm of science fiction. The brain is intrinsically linked to how we experience the world. We've evolved five senses, at least according to Aristotle, and that view holds true today: touch, smell, sight, taste and hearing. Modern science has added a couple more. Our balance is a special sense, as is proprioception, the ability to discern our body's location and movement.
There are even scientists who believe the number of senses we have stretches into the 20s; our ability to discern the passage of time and our body's reaction to hot and cold states are other senses. What Hodak seems to be getting at when he talks about programming the sensorium is the notion that the brain isn't an unchanging organ. It's receptive to new, external inputs and, over time, it can learn to adapt to them. Give it a new way to interact with the world, and slowly it will process that information in a way the body can understand.
Now, instead of restoring vision, perhaps imagine a Science Eye implanted in a person with perfect vision. It might stimulate the brain in such a way that the person sees specific images or places, via fine control of the RGCs. You could see and interact with an entire world that isn't there. It's kind of like plugging in to a simulation, a virtual world plugged directly in to your eye. It's an idea exemplified by the posters that line the hallways of Science, artwork jokingly referred to as "propaganda" by Hodak. One, in particular, catches my eye. It's an abstract piece featuring a series of colored nodes in the shape of a brain. Underneath it reads: "Alter the brain, alter reality."
If that reminds you of a classic science fiction film of the 2000s, that's deliberate. Hodak signed off from his announcement blog post with the words: "See you in the Matrix."
In that short sentence, perhaps, we get a glimpse of what Science intends to accomplish.
We're a long way from that future. And, to be clear, I didn't find any locked doors during my tour of the Science facility in Alameda. There was no suggestion that secretive plans were taking shape behind the scenes -- to supercharge our senses or create artificial worlds where you can upload karate skills directly into your brain. But, as the company exited stealth, that blog post from Hodak was at the front of my mind. So were the rabbits.
Before I leave, animal technician Jess Tapp takes me into Science's animal house where rabbits hide out in their hutches. She knows them by name and speaks to them like they're her personal companions. One of the rabbits — I didn't write down the name — is rather shy. As I bend down and look inside, I can see her nose twitching a little, her ears at attention.
She bounds, carefully and inquisitively, to the front of the hutch. As she does so, the light catches in her eyes, reflecting the deep red typical of her breed. The storyteller in me hopes to see something in them, but the rabbit just turns and heads to safety at the back of her hutch.
Disclosure: Kevin Smith, Science Corp's cell engineer, is a childhood friend of Jackson Ryan. | https://www.cnet.com/science/biology/features/the-bionic-eye-that-could-restore-vision-and-put-humans-in-the-matrix/ | 2023-05-05 08:06:31 | 0 | https://www.cnet.com/science/biology/features/the-bionic-eye-that-could-restore-vision-and-put-humans-in-the-matrix/ |
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Unified School District and union leaders said Friday they reached a deal on pay raises for bus drivers, custodians and other support staff after a three-day strike that shut down the nation’s second-largest school system.
The deal includes a series of retroactive raises going back to 2021 as well as pay bumps this coming July and January that will collectively hike worker pay by about 30%, said Max Arias, executive director of SEIU Local 99.
The deal also sets the district’s minimum wage at $22.52; provides a one-time $1,000 raise for any worker who was employed in 2020 in appreciation of their work during the COVID-19 pandemic; and creates a $3 million educational and professional development fund for union members, district Superintendent Alberto Carvalho said at a news conference.
Free health care will be provided for any employee working at least four hours a day and their families, he added, calling the deal historic and unprecedented in the nation.
“This agreement’s going to make a lot of superintendents very nervous,” he said. “And that’s a good thing. … Elevate the bar and, in the process, elevate the people.”
The deal “elevates the dignity, the humanity of our workforce, respects the needs of our students, but also guarantees the fiscal viability of our district for years to come,” Carvalho said.
He announced the deal alongside Arias and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. Both sides credited Bass, who took office in December, with helping reach the agreement.
The mayor has no authority over the schools but she does have a grandson in the district.
The deal must still be voted on by the school board and the full union, which represents about 30,000 workers also including cafeteria employees, special education assistants and other support staff. However it gives them most if not all of what they demanded and is expected to pass handily.
Those workers walked off the job Tuesday through Thursday amid stalled talks, and classes for some 500,000 students resumed Friday.
Members of United Teachers Los Angeles, the union representing 35,000 educators, counselors and other staff, joined the picket lines in solidarity, lending muscle to the walkout.
Teachers waged a six-day strike in 2019 over pay and contract issues, but support staff didn’t join and schools remained open.
This time Carvalho had warned parents that classrooms would close for safety reasons because both instructors and support staff were taking part. The strike ended up snarling schedules for many parents because schools had to find alternate ways to provide daycare and the meals offered on campuses.
The strike has shone a spotlight on the issue of underpaid workers who serve as the backbone of schools across the country.
The union said district support staffers earn, on average, about $25,000 per year and many live in poverty or must work several jobs because of low pay or limited hours while struggling with inflation and the area’s high cost of housing.
Carvalho agreed that what he called indispensable workers were being underpaid.
The deal came just days after the union accused the district of engaging in unfair labor practices. Arias noted that another contract must be negotiated next year but added: “There is no strike planned for the foreseeable future.”
“Thanks to the parents of Los Angeles and the students of Los Angeles and everyone who stood shoulder to shoulder with our members,” he said.
SEIU members have been working without a contract since June 2020, while the contract for teachers expired in June 2022. The unions decided last week to stop accepting extensions. | https://www.koin.com/news/national/los-angeles-schools-union-leaders-reach-contract-deal/ | 2023-03-25 02:36:17 | 1 | https://www.koin.com/news/national/los-angeles-schools-union-leaders-reach-contract-deal/ |
Charlevoix storms out of the district gate, rolls Glen Lake
CHARLEVOIX — It wasn’t the kind of night to be standing outside in Charlevoix.
The cold was creeping back in, wind was constant and rain switched back and forth between an annoying mist and steady downpour.
So, the Charlevoix boys’ soccer team thought they would shorten up the amount of time their loyal fans that showed up in those conditions would have to stand out there watching them.
Opening district play against visiting Glen Lake, the Rayders earned a 9-0 mercy rule victory, ending the game at the halftime buzzer and advancing them in the postseason.
The Rayders closed the season having won three straight and now have a mercy win to begin their postseason quest.
“They’re playing together, sharing the ball well,” Charlevoix coach John Pearl said. “When they play like they’re capable of playing, they look good.”
One other part that’s helping is the fact that most of the Rayders are healthy at the moment, with Pearl having to fight through colds at practice recently.
“We were fighting a lot of kids being sick this last week, but they’re all starting to get healthy again,” he said. “I’ve got one that’s still injured, so hopefully in another four or five days we’ll have everyone.”
The win advances the Rayders into a hosted Division 4 district semifinal matchup against rival Harbor Springs at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18.
The Rams advanced Wednesday with a 4-0 victory over Benzie Central.
Charlevoix wasted no time getting goals on the board early, as foreign exchange student Nedes Zupka of Norway put a goal on the scoreboard less than a minute into the contest.
He then added another, before helping teammates get in on the action.
“We’ve been scoring pretty regularly right in games, sometimes we just don’t respond afterwards, which we didn’t in Grayling recently,” said Pearl. “Other times, we get on a roll. Nedes has been having a great season. He’s always looking to score, pick up the pace.
“This is now eight weeks that we’ve been together now, so we’re starting to figure out that cohesion. He’s from Norway, then we’ve got our transfer Seb (Suchowolec) from Chicago.”
With relationships building on the field, the results have been showing in the form of a 21-1 goal-differential over their last four games.
Aiden Parish and Seb Suchowolec each scored twice on the night against Glen Lake, while Sam Pletcher, Charles Kelly and Sam Fry all scored one goal.
While they hadn’t met Glen Lake before Wednesday night, most of the teams within the district bracket had been on the Rayders’ schedule at least once already this season, making for a comfortable bracket to work against for Pearl and his guys.
“We felt real good about it,” said Pearl. “Very familiar teams. We’ll see if we face Benzie or Harbor. It’ll probably be Harbor on Tuesday night. It’ll be three times with them. Then Suttons Bay and Leland on the other side of the bracket likely.
Leland earned a 2-1 victory over Suttons Bay Wednesday night, with the lone matchup yet to be played being Burt Lake Northern Michigan Christian Academy vs. Harbor Light Christian.
The district final will then be played at Suttons Bay at 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 20.
“It’s nice we get to host two and won’t have to travel,” added Pearl on hosting the next as well. “We didn’t want to go over there multiple times.” | https://www.petoskeynews.com/story/sports/2022/10/13/charlevoix-storms-out-of-the-district-gate-rolls-glen-lake/69559665007/ | 2022-10-13 02:35:09 | 1 | https://www.petoskeynews.com/story/sports/2022/10/13/charlevoix-storms-out-of-the-district-gate-rolls-glen-lake/69559665007/ |
Tuesday, May 16
• ImagiKnit, Carnegie Public Library, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 9 a.m. to noon.
• Well Child Clinic, Steuben Community Center, 317 S. Wayne St, Angola, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• 101 Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club, Moose Lodge, 108 N. Martha St., Angola, 12:15 p.m.
Wednesday, May 17
• Knit@Night, Carnegie Public Library of Steuben County, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 4-6 p.m.
• VFW Auxiliary meeting, VFW Post 7205, 2013 N. Wayne St., Angola, 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 18
• 101 Lakes Kiwanis Club, Cahoots Coffee Cafe, 218 W. Maumee St., Angola, 7 a.m.
• Well Child Clinic, Steuben Community Center, 317 S. Wayne St., Angola, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Hamilton Lions Club, membership meeting, Town Hall, 900 S. Wayne St., Hamilton, 6 p.m. Call Beth Kohli for dinner reservations.
• Northeast Indiana Woodworkers Association, Carnegie Public Library of Steuben County, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 6 p.m. Woodworkers of all skills are welcome.
• All Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 412 S. John St., Angola, 6:30 p.m.
• Steuben County Democratic Party, Democratic Headquarters, 109 W. Gale St., Angola, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 21
• New Beginnings for Narcotics Anonymous, First Congregational United Church of Christ, 314 W. Maumee St., Angola, 6 p.m.
Monday, May 22
• A cappella Sweet Adelines, Fairview Missionary Church, 525 E C.R. 200N., Angola, 6-9 p.m.
• Essential Oils Class, Carnegie Public Library of Steuben County, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 6:30 p.m.
• Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Pizza Hut, 1411 N. Wayne St., Angola, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 23
• ImagiKnit, Carnegie Public Library, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 9 a.m. to noon.
• Well Child Clinic, Steuben Community Center, 317 S. Wayne St, Angola, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• 101 Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club, Moose Lodge, 108 N. Martha St., Angola, 12:15 p.m.
Wednesday, May 24
• Knit@Night, Carnegie Public Library of Steuben County, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 4-6 p.m.
• VFW Auxiliary meeting, VFW Post 7205, 2013 N. Wayne St., Angola, 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 25
• 101 Lakes Kiwanis Club, Cahoots Coffee Cafe, 218 W. Maumee St., Angola, 7 a.m.
• Well Child Clinic, Steuben Community Center, 317 S. Wayne St., Angola, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Hamilton Lions Club, membership meeting, Town Hall, 900 S. Wayne St., Hamilton, 6 p.m. Call Beth Kohli for dinner reservations.
• All Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 412 S. John St., Angola, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 28
• New Beginnings for Narcotics Anonymous, First Congregational United Church of Christ, 314 W. Maumee St., Angola, 6 p.m.
Monday, May 29
Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 30
• ImagiKnit, Carnegie Public Library, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 9 a.m. to noon.
• Well Child Clinic, Steuben Community Center, 317 S. Wayne St, Angola, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• 101 Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club, Moose Lodge, 108 N. Martha St., Angola, 12:15 p.m.
Wednesday, May 31
• Knit@Night, Carnegie Public Library of Steuben County, 322 S. Wayne St., Angola, 4-6 p.m.
• VFW Auxiliary meeting, VFW Post 7205, 2013 N. Wayne St., Angola, 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 1
• 101 Lakes Kiwanis Club, Cahoots Coffee Cafe, 218 W. Maumee St., Angola, 7 a.m.
• Well Child Clinic, Steuben Community Center, 317 S. Wayne St., Angola, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• All Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 412 S. John St., Angola, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 4
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WASHINGTON and NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HaystackID, a specialized eDiscovery services firm supporting law firms and corporate legal departments, today announced it has acquired Business Intelligence Associates (BIA), an end-to-end eDiscovery service provider, as part of a deal facilitated by majority investor and leading middle-market private equity firm, Quad-C Management, Inc.
"BIA is a leader in eDiscovery, and this combination further expands our capabilities in the support and delivery of complex enterprise discovery solutions, especially in New York," said HaystackID CEO Hal Brooks. "This deal follows a period of organizational alignment and internal investment around innovation, technology, and advisory services and builds on several years of investment and growth. All of these internal and external investments position us well for additional future international growth across all of our business lines."
The BIA acquisition is HaystackID's fifth major investment event since April 2018, when it acquired Envision Discovery, an eDiscovery managed services provider, and Inspired Review, a managed review and remote review services provider. In January 2019, HaystackID acquired eTERA Consulting, an eDiscovery managed services provider. Additionally, in February 2020, HaystackID completed a strategic recapitalization with Quad-C to support the continued growth and expansion of the company, before acquiring NightOwl Global in August 2020. With the BIA addition, HaystackID strengthens its position for continued growth in cyber discovery/incident response, privacy/compliance, information governance, and enterprise managed solutions.
"Our corporate clients will benefit greatly from the significant increase in the support and services we will be able to offer," said BIA CEO Brian Schrader, Esq., who has joined HaystackID and will continue to lead BIA efforts. "Our team worked tirelessly to reach this milestone, and we are honored to join forces with what is fast becoming one of the preeminent service providers in the world."
"This acquisition is yet another step in building the framework for the international capability and success of HaystackID, one of our leading portfolio companies," said Quad-C partner Tim Billings. "We are excited to continue to partner with the company as we develop the next stage of growth with additional investments in infrastructure, people, and acquisitions both in the U.S. and abroad."
In addition to external investments, HaystackID has significantly expanded and aligned its service offerings in the past six months, launching its innovative discovery management platform HaystackID CoreÔ in March 2022 and its Global Advisory practice earlier this month.
BIA was represented in the transaction by Brock Matthias of VRA Partners.
HaystackID is a specialized eDiscovery services firm that helps corporations and law firms securely find, understand, and learn from data when facing complex, data-intensive investigations and litigation. HaystackID mobilizes industry-leading cyber discovery services, enterprise solutions, and legal discovery offerings to serve more than 500 of the world's leading corporations and law firms in North America and Europe. Serving nearly half of the Fortune 100, HaystackID is an alternative cyber and legal services provider that combines expertise and technical excellence with a culture of white-glove customer service. In addition to consistently being ranked by Chambers USA, the company was recently named a worldwide leader in eDiscovery Services by IDC MarketScape, a representative vendor in the Gartner Market Guide for E-Discovery Solutions, and a Legal Technology Trailblazer by The National Law Journal. Further, HaystackID has achieved SOC 2 Type II attestation in the five trust service areas of security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. For more information about its suite of services, including programs and solutions for unique legal enterprise needs, go to HaystackID.com.
As an industry pioneer, BIA continues to set the standard for reliable, innovative, and cost-effective eDiscovery services. Its customer-first focus has resulted in countless innovations copied widely across the industry today. From technical innovations like truly remote data collections and the first cloud-based, end-to-end eDiscovery platform to service revolutions like reusing data and coding across matters and hiring dedicated, full-time employees for document review, BIA consistently stands at the leading edge of the industry. Founded by legal and technology professionals, BIA provides the entire spectrum of eDiscovery services – including attorney document review – with minimal disruption to its clients' daily business operations. To learn more, visit BIA at biaprotect.com or on Twitter at @biaprotect.
Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Charlottesville, Va., Quad-C is a middle market private equity firm focused on investing in well-established business and consumer services, healthcare, industrials specialty distribution, and transportation/logistics companies. In its nearly three-decade history, Quad-C has invested over $3 billion of capital in more than 65 platform companies. The Quad-C team is committed to partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams to accelerate growth and create long-term value. Learn more about Quad-C at QuadCManagement.com.
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The agreement seeks to expedite breakthrough health and healthcare innovations for patients
NEW YORK, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Digitalis Commons, the non-profit affiliate of Digitalis Ventures, has entered into a Partnership Intermediary Agreement to provide commercialization services to the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health's (ARPA-H) Project Accelerator Transition Office (PATIO). This first-of-its-kind agreement aims to speed up and smooth the process of getting breakthrough innovations in health to the American public.
"This is an unprecedented opportunity to bring solutions to human health to market faster to improve people's lives."
Equipped with $2.5 billion in federal dollars, ARPA-H is funding the research and development of new ways to tackle the hardest problems in health, including cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease. PATIO exists to ensure that the biomedical and technological breakthroughs supported by ARPA-H translate into solutions and products that reach patients rapidly and equitably.
"This collaboration presents an unprecedented opportunity to bring solutions to human health to market faster to improve people's lives," said Geoffrey W. Smith, founder of Digitalis Commons. "Together with PATIO, we are committed to harnessing our experience commercializing breakthrough innovations to transform patient care across the country."
Digitalis Commons' selection signals the non-profit's expertise in navigating through the regulatory, intellectual property, and market hurdles that can slow the delivery of innovative solutions to patients who need them. Throughout the collaboration, the Commons will harness its extensive network in the field of human health, technological proficiency, and market insights to expedite the transition of groundbreaking discoveries from the lab to the real world.
"One important goal that PATIO has set and that Digitalis Commons wholly believes in," said Smith, "is to reduce market friction at common failure points that too often get in the way of huge leaps in healthcare innovations."
For each ARPA-H program, Digitalis Commons will build a team with the technical, translational, and business acumen to implement a successful and speedy go-to-market strategy. Candidates with relevant technical and market experience and a genuine commitment to having an outsized, positive impact on public health are encouraged to send a resume and cover letter to info@digitaliscommons.org.
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Digitalis Commons is a non-profit, public interest technology-focused platform affiliated with the venture investment firm Digitalis Ventures. The Commons builds open, frontier-advancing, and scalable technology solutions that have an outsized impact on important problems in health and healthcare.
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BONN, Germany, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading telecommunications provider Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier has announced the implementation of a superior network monitoring solution.
The new service is the result of the wholesale supplier's partnership with BENOCS and autonomous business monitoring company Anodot. Powered by AI, the service not only monitors the data on the network but also recognizes changes in traffic behavior and flow. It has significantly reduced costs and effort by allowing only relevant anomaly alerts to be received. At the same time, unnecessary alert noise has been eliminated.
Carsten Bruns, Vice President Internet & Content Services from Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier, said, "Having been a satisfied BENOCS customer for a number of years now, we decided it was time to take the next monitoring step. The integration of Anodot's anomaly detection technology with BENOCS' comprehensive Flow Analytics has already saved us valuable time in identifying irregularities and rectifying network issues."
"Telco service providers must process an immense amount of data from multiple sources to ensure optimal service across their complex network environments. By monitoring granular performance and fault data in real-time and providing automated insights, Anodot enables communications services providers to identify and resolve issues quicker. Alert noise will now be a thing of the past for Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier," said David Drai, CEO, Anodot.
Stephan Schröder, CEO of BENOCS, added, "We are happy to have our biggest customer, Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier, on board to really put Anodot's anomaly detection to the test. We look forward to discovering just how much they benefit from its integration into their BENOCS analytics capabilities."
Anodot's automated insights combine performance and fault monitoring to give communications service providers an end-to-end view for real-time detection of service-impacting incidents. Anodot autonomously learns the normal behavior of all business metrics and constantly monitors each metric in real-time. Its correlation engine connects anomalies across all data stacks, identifies events and contributing factors, and slashes time to detection and remediation of incidents. Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier is the first customer worldwide to install the joint BENOCS-Anodot solution for AI-powered anomaly detection into its IP-network monitoring system.
About Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier
Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier is the international wholesale division of Deutsche Telekom. We offer a comprehensive portfolio for all the needs of a rapidly transforming telco industry. One that is continually updated to provide fast, innovative solutions for future technologies and challenges. As one of the world's leading carriers, we are able to satisfy the requirements of Deutsche Telekom Group's international affiliates and more than 900 external customers worldwide. With more than 25 years of experience in the international wholesale communication market, Deutsche Telekom Global Carrier offers next-generation platforms, extensive networks, a global backbone, 360 degrees of security, tailor-made solutions, worldwide connectivity, and much more. For more information, please visit: globalcarrier.telekom.com or https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/deutsche-telekom-global-carrier/
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Anodot is the business monitoring company that eliminates business blind spots by proactively monitoring business metrics, enabling companies to protect revenue and manage cost. Leveraging AI and ML, Anodot's augmented analytics proactively alert companies to revenue-critical business incidents and automates their remediation in real time. Anodot's Cloud Cost Management solution helps FinOps teams reduce cloud waste and manage costs in multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments, providing actionable recommendations that can cut up to 40% on annual cloud spend. Anodot is trusted by numerous Fortune 500 companies to help slash time to detection and resolution for revenue-critical issues by as much as 80%.
About BENOCS
BENOCS GmbH – a spin-off of Deutsche Telekom – is a small company with big plans to revolutionize the way network traffic is managed. Their intelligent and fully automated solutions fit networks of any size and provide ISPs as well as CDNs strategic ways of coping with growing network traffic. With BENOCS Analytics, network operators, transit and wholesale carriers, Hosting and CDNs gain end-to-end visibility of their entire traffic flows. More information at www.benocs.com and on LinkedIn.
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As former big league catchers, Bob Melvin and Bruce Bochy certainly had their share of plays at the plate, and the current managers played in an era when big collisions with runners trying to score were just part of the game.
The rules have changed over the years to protect catchers, but runners are now sometimes safe even after being tagged out, and without any collision. That happened this week to Melvin's San Diego Padres and Bochy's Texas Rangers.
San Francisco's Blake Sabol was originally called out in the fifth inning Wednesday night against the Padres. The call was changed after a lengthy replay review and Sabol was ruled safe when catcher Gary Sánchez was cited for blocking the plate. Melvin called it "one of the worst calls I’ve seen this year.”
Bochy did Melvin one better, calling a similar play in the Rangers' 7-6 loss to the Chicago White Sox the previous night "absolutely one of the worst calls I've ever seen and it was done by replay."
Like Sánchez, Texas catcher Jonah Heim was standing when he made a sweeping tag. Elvis Andrus was initially called out, which would have ended the eighth inning with the game still tied, but the White Sox challenged the tag and that Heim was blocking the plate.
WHY DOES MLB HAVE A RULE THAT PREVENTS CATCHERS FROM BLOCKING THE PLATE?
To prevent injuries that can result from collisions between base runners and catchers. In 2014, MLB put in a rule intended to eliminate avoidable collisions at home plate.
Rule 6.01(i) is officially listed as “Collisions at Home Plate,” but is informally referred to by many as the “Buster Posey Rule.”
That rule not only prohibits catchers from blocking the plate without possession of the ball or in the act of fielding the ball, but says runners can't deviate from their direct pathway to the plate to initiate contact with the catcher or engage in an avoidable collision.
Posey suffered a fractured fibula and torn ligaments in his ankle after Scott Cousins of the Marlins put his shoulder down and slammed into the San Francisco catcher to score in 2011. That was a season after Posey was the NL Rookie of the Year while the Giants won the World Series.
Detroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila was injured in Game 5 of 2013 American League Championship Series after a collision with Boston's David Ross. Avila did return to play Game 6 two days later.
Bone-jarring collisions at the plate used to be a common in the game. Among the most well-known ones was Pete Rose plowing through Ray Fosse to score the winning run in the bottom of the 12th inning of the 1970 All-Star Game, a play that left Fosse with a fractured shoulder.
WHY HAS THERE BEEN A SUDDEN UPTICK IN VIOLATIONS?
MLB sent out a memo to teams late last season about how the rule was being enforced after several disputed plays at the plate.
Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli was irate after umpires ruled Sánchez, then with the Twins, blocked the plate on what appeared to be an out in the 10th inning of a game against Toronto last season.
The enforcement of the rule also was discussed in spring training before this season.
In both cases this week, the runners were called out by umpires on the field before replay officials ruled otherwise.
Among the things Bochy said MLB officials told him was about the setup of his catcher. Heim was to the side of the plate, with one foot on it, but already had the ball in his mitt even before Andrus slid headfirst to the open other half of the plate.
MLB said Heim's "initial positioning was illegal, and his subsequent actions while not in possession of the ball hindered and impeded the runner’s path to home plate.”
WHY ARE TEAMS SO CONFUSED ABOUT THE BLOCKING THE PLATE RULE?
The rule encourages runners to slide into home, which has become pretty common. At the same time, catchers sometimes move to alter the runner’s anticipated path to the plate.
Catchers can legally stand in fair territory in front of the plate without possession of the ball. But they can be called for a violation if they don't have the ball and set up in foul territory, straddle the foul line or home plate, or have a foot on the plate or the foul line.
There are also exemptions to where catchers are positioned if they have to move to take an incoming throw or are unable to establish themselves in front of the plate on a quickly developing play, such as a wild pitch or hard-hit ball to a drawn-in infielder. But those exemptions are judgment calls by the umpire or replay officials.
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BROOKFIELD, Wis. (AP) _ REV Group, Inc. (REVG) on Tuesday reported a loss of $2.3 million in its fiscal second quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Brookfield, Wisconsin-based company said it had a loss of 4 cents. Earnings, adjusted for restructuring costs and amortization costs, were 17 cents per share.
The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 27 cents per share.
The company posted revenue of $576.3 million in the period, which also missed Street forecasts. Four analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $609.7 million.
REV Group expects full-year revenue in the range of $2.25 billion to $2.4 billion.
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Refinance originations at their lowest levels since 2014
SEATTLE, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, today announced the fourth quarter (Q4) 2022 results of the Milliman Mortgage Default Index (MMDI), which shows the latest monthly estimate of the lifetime default risk of U.S.-backed mortgages.
Between the third quarter (Q3) and Q4 2022, default risk for government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) acquisitions (purchased and refinanced loans backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae) remained steady at 3.53%. This means that for mortgage loans originating in Q4, the expectation is that 3.53% will become delinquent (180 days or more) over their lifetimes.
For Q4, mortgage originations are at their lowest levels since 2019 (pre-pandemic) with refinance originations at their lowest levels since 2014, when Milliman started tracking this data. This is the fourth consecutive quarter that mortgage originations have decreased.
Looking at the components of default risk, borrower risk decreased from 1.61% in Q3 2022 to 1.57% in Q4. Mortgage loans during this quarter had better FICO scores and a better loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, compared to recent quarters. Economic risk inched up from 1.90% in 2022 Q3 to 1.96% in 2022 Q4 overall, though newer originations may face a steeper increase.
"The slight uptick in economic risk from 2022 Q3 to Q4 was offset by a decrease in borrower and underwriting risk, leading to the overall default risk remaining flat," said Jonathan Glowacki, a principal at Milliman and author of the MMDI. "We also expect to see a drop in future home price growth, which is contributing to a fairly sharp increase in economic risk for newer mortgage loans."
The MMDI reflects a baseline forecast of future home prices. For more on the MMDI, go to www.milliman.com/mmdi/. To access additional mortgage market thought-leadership, analytics, and technology go to https://www.milliman.com/en/products/milliman-m-pire.
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‘Extremely triggering’: Police shooting survivors react to Tyre Nichols video
By Janelle Davis, CNN
The footage of Tyre Nichols’ deadly police arrest is hard to watch, but for those who have survived brutal police encounters, it can be unbearable.
“I’m very intentional about not watching those types of videos. They are extremely triggering for me,” said Leon Ford, who survived a police shooting and now works as an activist for the social change organization The Hear Foundation. “I’d encourage people not to watch them because it’s going to weigh on you.”
In the CNN podcast “The Assignment,” Audie Cornish spoke with two Black men who, like Nichols, say they have experienced police brutality first-hand and survived.
Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, was kicked, punched and pepper sprayed by a group of Memphis officers last month in Tennessee, an incident that led to his death days later and widespread protests after footage of the brutal encounter was released.
Ford was shot by Pittsburgh police in 2012 after being pulled over for a traffic stop by officers seeking a suspect with a similar name, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. One of the bullets left the then 19 year old paralyzed from the waist down. The officers involved in the shooting were never criminally charged. Ford was awarded $5.5 million in a civil lawsuit against the city, the Post-Gazette reported.
“I didn’t want to live. I felt like I had no purpose after being shot,” said Ford. “I felt worthless.”
Tim Alexander said he was shot at and struck by Newark police in 1985 when he was 19, a lawsuit obtained by Politico from the time details. He was arrested after being misidentified by police. A grand jury refused to indict the officers involved. He filed a civil lawsuit against the officers and department, which ended in a settlement for an undisclosed amount, according to Politico.
“I didn’t have the support that I have now. I believe that public opinion in regard to police has shifted significantly since then,” said Ford, a Democrat who ran unsuccessfully for Congress in 2022.
Today, when people send Ford videos showing police using violence, he says he instantly deletes the messages.
Alexander, however, has watched the footage of Nichols’ arrest “over and over again.”
“I could barely get through it once,” Cornish said, stunned by his response during the podcast.
Alexander said he felt like a homicide investigator watching the video, trying to understand what happened in detail. He’s now a lawyer focused on civil rights and a former law enforcement officer.
“I’ve never seen an officer — or even heard of an officer — standing somebody up off the ground because your job is to get control and be done, but they stood [Nichols] up so they could punch him back down,” said Alexander. “It bothered me to no end. And it bothers me still.”
Police shooting survivors’ advice for those who watched the Nichols video
The two survivors were split on watching the video of the arrest. But if you decide to watch it, they agreed on several pieces of advice.
First, don’t take this content lightly — these are people, not a hashtag.
“I would remind people that these are real people on these videos,” said Ford. “This is not a movie. This is real life.”
Second, they recommend not sharing the traumatic video with victims and their families; they may be choosing to abstain. Watching violent police encounters makes some people relive their experiences.
“I see how sharing these videos causes more harm to the families than good,” said Ford.
And finally, be aware of the collateral damage around these deadly events.
“There are six families that were destroyed that night,” said Alexander referring to the families of the Memphis officers who were terminated in the immediate aftermath of Nichols’ death. “When you have a video that shows your child kicking a young man in the head over and over again and having him stand up so you could punch him in the face over and over again, and that child’s wearing a badge. And you think of how proud you were that day that person graduated from the police academy.”
It’s important to keep your humanity and not become desensitized, they said. Try to empathize with all the families that are impacted.
“You can’t even imagine the horror that the victim’s family is going through, as well as the perpetrator’s family,” Alexander said.
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Disneyland's classic attraction "it's a small world" will welcome a few new faces beginning Friday.
The ride, which celebrates the diversity of children across the globe, will now feature dolls in wheelchairs, a move to honor guests and cast members with disabilities.
The dolls will be featured in the Latin America portion and final scene of the boat ride.
Kim Irvine, the executive creative director at Walt Disney Imagineering, said in a statement the addition to the ride builds upon the "legacy of representation in ‘it’s a small world.'"
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The dolls were unveiled on Friday, just in time for the holiday season.
In photos shared with NBC LA, the dolls are seen holding songbooks for classic holiday songs like "Jingle Bells" and "Deck the Halls."
This isn't the first Disneyland ride to be updated in recent years.
"Over the years, we have made updates and enhancements to our attractions to reflect more accurate representation of diversity around the world," Disneyland Resort said in a statement.
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These updated attractions include the Jungle Cruise and Splash Mountain, which will feature an entirely new theme from the film "The Princess and the Frog."
The new dolls on "it's a small world" will also be featured at Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Paris in 2023, according to the park.
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Whataburger employees credited with saving 13-year-old girl: ‘Something didn’t seem right’
TEXARKANA, Texas (Gray News) – A 13-year-old Texas girl is now safe, thanks to Whataburger employees who felt that something was off about seeing the girl with a much older man, according to police.
The Texarkana Police Department said workers at the Whataburger called 911 on Tuesday to report a young girl eating with an older man in a situation that “didn’t seem right.”
Police said the employees’ instincts were “spot on.”
Responding officers found that the 79-year-old man, identified as Michael Clark, had offered the girl money in exchange for sexual favors. Clark had picked up the girl in his truck as she walked down the street just before they went to Whataburger, police said.
The girl told police that Clark had inappropriately touched her during a previous encounter a few weeks ago.
Police said after interviewing everyone involved, Clark was arrested for indecency with a child and solicitation of prostitution. He is currently being held in the Bi-State Jail with a bond of $225,000.
No further immediate information was made available.
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TAIPEI, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) announced today that Rafael Sotomayor, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Secure Connected Edge of NXP Semiconductors, will deliver the Keynote at COMPUTEX 2023.The keynote will take place at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2 on Wednesday, May 31, at 9:00 AM(UCT+8) with the keynote theme Shaping Ecosystems to Master Complexity.
Rafael Sotomayor will share the vision about what's next in semiconductor solutions and how the right mix of technologies like edge processing, Machine Learning, AI, safety, security and interoperability, combined with a strong ecosystem of partners, helps to deliver consistent experiences for the sustainable, smart connected world. Featured partners on the virtual stage will be industry leaders and important ecosystem partners around the globe.
"NXP is proud to be part of COMPUTEX 2023 again and for our EVP, Rafael Sotomayor to deliver the presentation for the COMPUTEX Keynote." said Birgit Ahlborn, Vice President of NXP Communications. "As a company that enables a smarter, safer and more sustainable world through innovation, we are looking forward to highlighting how NXP is pushing the boundaries in Industrial and IoT, Smart Home, Smart Industry, and Automotive, and working with our partners in the Taiwan electronics ecosystem."
NXP is making key investments in developing cutting-edge solutions that are reimagining how we connect and interact with our world. Join NXP Keynote to attain an insider's view into a new and truly interoperable future, and the comprehensive system solutions to master complexity and establish the breakthrough technologies that make the world better, safer and more secure.
COMPUTEX 2023 will take place at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1 & Hall 2, from May 30 to June 2 with over 1,000 exhibitors from 22 countries using 3,000 booths. In addition, TAITRA will organize COMPUTEX Keynote & Forum, where CEOs and senior executives from global tech giants share their insights and key industry issues. Sign up for COMPUTEX Keynote & Forum: https://event.taiwantradeshows.com.tw/en/events/74/index.html. For more details about the related events, please visit the TAITRA's COMPUTEX official website: https://www.computextaipei.com.tw/en/index.html
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COMPUTEX was founded in 1981. It has grown with the global ICT industry and become stronger over the last four decades. Bearing witness to historical moments in the development of and changes in the industry, COMPUTEX attracts more than 40,000 buyers to visit Taiwan every year. It is also the preferred platform chosen by top international companies for launching epoch-making products.
Taiwan has a comprehensive global ICT industry chain. Gaining a foothold in Taiwan, COMPUTEX is jointly held by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council and Taipei Computer Association, aiming to build a global tech ecosystem. COMPUTEX uses cross-domain integration and innovation services as the most powerful driving forces for achieving the goal of becoming a new platform for global technological resources.
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The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is Taiwan's foremost trade promotion organization. TAITRA is a public-benefit corporation founded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs by uniting industry and commerce groups from the private sector with the purpose of helping them expand their global reach. Currently, TAITRA has a team of more than 1,300 trade professionals, both domestically and abroad. Headquartered in Taipei, TAITRA operates 5 local offices in Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung, as well as 63 branches worldwide. It has also signed cooperation agreements with 319 sister organizations that promote international trade. By forming a comprehensive trade services network that provides zero-time-difference and borderless real-time services, TAITRA continues to work with enterprises to jointly pursue the steady development of Taiwan's economy. It is the best partner for your success in business expansion.
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SINGAPORE, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Motion G, Inc. has recently raised over US$15 Million in Pre-A round, led by New Wheel Capital. The startup plans to accelerate the developments of data-centric foundation models, digital twin and automation software to significantly speed up the industrial engineering processes.
AI and smart software will fundamentally change the engineering processes of product design, verification, testing, manufacturing and services, and this paradigm shift is a great opportunity to improve the industry energy efficiency in the short term as well. Singapore based Motion G is developing the intelligent engineering platform to capitalize on the above trends and opportunities. The platform can significantly reduce the R&D cost and time to market, enable features on demand for low-cost delivery, verify designs in real time, and make the industrial products smarter and more efficient to operate.
As its first application, Motion G's intelligent engineering platform has revolutionized the solutions for traditional motion control. These solutions have been adopted rapidly by the manufactures of flexible transport systems, Li-ion battery, food and beverage packaging systems, oil drilling rigs, industrial robots, semiconductors, 3C devices, automated guided vehicles, and electric tools.
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Forward Party faces uphill battle as it preps to run its first slate of candidates WYPR - 88.1 FM Baltimore | By Scott Maucione Published July 5, 2023 at 5:05 AM EDT Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang's Forward Party is preparing to put up its first candidates in 2024. Copyright 2023 WYPR - 88.1 FM | https://www.wlrn.org/2023-07-05/forward-party-faces-uphill-battle-as-it-preps-to-run-its-first-slate-of-candidates | 2023-07-05 10:01:36 | 1 | https://www.wlrn.org/2023-07-05/forward-party-faces-uphill-battle-as-it-preps-to-run-its-first-slate-of-candidates |
US wins latest legal battle to seize Russian yacht in Fiji
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The United States on Friday won the latest round of a legal battle to seize a $325-million Russian-owned superyacht in Fiji, with the case now appearing headed for the Pacific nation’s top court.
The case has highlighted the thorny legal ground the U.S. finds itself on as it tries to seize assets of Russian oligarchs around the world. Those intentions are welcomed by many governments and citizens who oppose the war in Ukraine, but some actions are raising questions about how far U.S. jurisdiction extends.
Fiji’s Court of Appeal on Friday dismissed an appeal by Feizal Haniff, who represents the company that legally owns the superyacht Amadea. Haniff had argued the U.S. had no jurisdiction under Fiji’s mutual assistance laws to seize the vessel, at least until a court sorted out who really owned the Amadea.
Haniff said he now plans to take the case to Fiji’s Supreme Court and will apply for a court order to stop U.S. agents sailing the Amadea from Fiji before the appeal is heard.
As part of its ruling, the appeals court ordered that its judgment not take effect for seven days, presumably to give time for any appeals to be filed.
The U.S. argues that its investigation has found that behind various fronts, the Cayman Islands-flagged luxury yacht is really owned by the sanctioned Russian oligarch Suleiman Kerimov, an economist and former Russian politician.
Kerimov made a fortune investing in Russian gold producer Polyus, with Forbes magazine putting his net worth at $16 billion. The U.S. first sanctioned him in 2018 after he’d been detained in France and accused of money laundering there, sometimes arriving with suitcases stuffed with 20 million euros.
The FBI linked the Amadea to the Kerimov family through their alleged use of code names while aboard and the purchase of items like a pizza oven and a spa bed. The ship became a target of Task Force KleptoCapture, launched in March to seize Russian oligarchs’ assets to pressure Russia to end the war.
The 106-meter (348-foot) long vessel, about the length of a football field, features a live lobster tank, a hand-painted piano, a swimming pool and and a large helipad.
Haniff, who represents paper owner Millemarin Investments, argues the owner is another wealthy Russian who doesn’t face sanctions, Eduard Khudainatov. He’s the former chairman and chief executive of Rosneft, the state-controlled Russian oil and gas company.
The U.S. acknowledges that paperwork appears to show Khudainatov is the owner but say he’s also the paper owner of a second and even larger superyacht, the Scheherazade, which has been linked to Russian President Vladimir Putin. The U.S. question whether Khudainatov could really afford two superyachts worth a total of more than $1 billion.
“The fact that Khudainatov is being held out as the owner of two of the largest superyachts on record, both linked to sanctioned individuals, suggests that Khudainatov is being used as a clean, unsanctioned straw owner to conceal the true beneficial owners,” the FBI wrote in a court affidavit.
The U.S. claims Kerimov secretly bought the Amadea last year through shell companies. The FBI said a search warrant in Fiji turned up emails showing that Kerimov’s children were aboard the ship this year and that the crew used code names — G0 for Kerimov, G1 for his wife, G2 for his daughter and so on.
The FBI said crew members discuss a possible “upcoming G0 guest trip” noting he wants the quickest jet skis available — so they’ll need to buy new jet skis.
In his appeal, Haniff argues the U.S. case is based on hearsay and rumors spread by unnamed crew members, and there’s no evidence that Khudainatov couldn’t afford an investment in two superyachts.
The yacht remains berthed at Lautoka harbor in the heart of Fiji’s sugar cane region.
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Newsmax is returning to DirecTV after a dispute between the parties saw the conservative network removed from the satellite carrier.
The duo were initially unable to agree to financial terms on an agreement, which led to DirecTV losing the rights to distribute Newsmax programming on Jan. 25.
The companies said Wednesday that they’ve now reached a multiyear distribution deal that will see the Newsmax channel return to DirecTV, DirecTV Stream and U-verse starting on Thursday.
Financial terms were not disclosed.
DirecTV emphasized in a statement that the dispute that led to dropping Newsmax was always entirely financial, and “never about limiting conservative voices.”
Newsmax agreed in its own statement, after initially suggesting its removal was censorship, a view that was echoed by many prominent conservative voices.
“Newsmax recognizes and appreciates that DirecTV clearly supports diverse voices, including conservative ones,” Newsmax CEO Christopher Ruddy said in a statement that also credited DirecTV with helping “give Newsmax its start nearly a decade ago.” | https://phl17.com/national-news/newsmax-returns-to-directv-inks-multiyear-distribution-deal/ | 2023-03-22 23:44:13 | 1 | https://phl17.com/national-news/newsmax-returns-to-directv-inks-multiyear-distribution-deal/ |
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm a locksmith and I thought there should be a simple and hands-free way to open a door with a smart door lock," said an inventor, from La Vergne, Tenn., "so I invented the ANOROK. My design allows you to easily enter your home, even if your hands are full."
The invention provides an automatic way to open or close a door with a smart door lock. In doing so, it eliminates the need to manually turn the knob or push open the door. As a result, it increases convenience and it could provide added security and peace of mind. The invention features a hands-free design that is easy to install and operate so it is ideal for households.
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Jerk chicken salad with grilled pineapple: Try the recipe
Try this pineapple and jerk chicken salad recipe by Colleen Milne of TheFoodBlog.net
Salad for dinner? Hear us out.
"I love dinner salads in the summer, especially if the grill is involved," says Colleen Milne of TheFoodBlog.net, adding that the chicken for this salad is marinated in jerk seasoning for a spicy kick that can be dialed up or down.
The chicken only takes about 10 minutes to grill, and grilling the pineapple adds a lovely depth of flavor.
"This Caribbean-inspired salad is fresh, full of flavor and fuss-free," Milne tells Fox News Digital. "Everything summer eating should be."
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Jerk Chicken Salad by Colleen Milne of TheFoodBlog.net
Makes 4 servings
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
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Ingredients:
Jerk Marinade
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 Scotch bonnet chili pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 inches fresh ginger minced
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
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Salad
- 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 5 slices fresh pineapple, ½-inch thick
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
- 1 cup cucumber chopped
- 1 red bell pepper seeded, cored and sliced into strips
- ½ cup red onion sliced
- 1 avocado sliced
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Honey Lime Dressing
- ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup lime juice (2 to 3 limes}
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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Directions:
- Process all the marinade ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Put the chicken and sprigs of thyme into a freezer bag with a zipper closure.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and massage to coat all the chicken
- Refrigerate for at least a couple of hours or overnight.
- Heat the grill to 400° F or medium-high. Spray it with cooking spray.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, turning only once. Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°
- Grill pineapple slices for 2 minutes on each side, or just until grill marks appear.
- Allow chicken to rest before cutting into slices. Cut the pineapple slices into chunks.
- Toss all the salad ingredients except the chicken in a large salad bowl.
- Put all the dressing ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake hard to combine.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients, tossing gently.
- Top the salad with chicken slices and serve.
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NY Marine Warnings and Forecast for Saturday, April 29, 2023
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SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New York NY
320 PM EDT Thu Apr 27 2023
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM FRIDAY TO 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, east winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 feet expected. For the
Gale Watch, east winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
seas 6 to 11 feet possible.
* WHERE...Sandy Hook NJ to Montauk Point NY out 20 nm.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM Friday to 6 AM
EDT Saturday. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning
through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 6 PM EDT
* WHAT...East winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3
to 5 feet expected.
* WHERE...Long Island Sound, Peconic and Gardiners Bays, and
South Shore Bays from Jones Inlet through Shinnecock Bay.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 6 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
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Rusty Jacobs is a politics reporter for WUNC. Rusty previously worked at WUNC as a reporter and substitute host from 2001 until 2007 and now returns after a nine-year absence during which he went to law school at Carolina and then worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Wake County. | https://www.wvasfm.org/politics/politics/2022-06-05/tv-stations-pull-controversial-ads-targeting-democratic-senate-nominee-cheri-beasley | 2022-06-05 14:22:32 | 0 | https://www.wvasfm.org/politics/politics/2022-06-05/tv-stations-pull-controversial-ads-targeting-democratic-senate-nominee-cheri-beasley |
DEAR ABBY: I am a 48-year-old divorced mother of one adult child and one teenager. I suffered years of abuse at the hands of my toxic ex-husband, and I’m finally enjoying life for the first time in more than 20 years. My elderly parents were also abusive, so my relationship with them is limited.
My parents think I’m going to take care of them when they can no longer care for themselves, but when my son graduates in a few years, I want to move away. I have offered to help, but they insist I should be willing to do more when the time comes.
My parents are on Social Security and have little money. My only sibling is worthless and abusive as well, and I know he won’t do anything. What’s your advice? -- EYE ON FUTURE IN OHIO
DEAR EYE: If your parents had children in order to guarantee they would be taken care of in their old age, they were misguided. Having children is no guarantee. That they now live on a limited income is their issue; do not allow them to make it yours.
I assume you have warned them that you will be able to give them limited financial help and that you plan to leave the area.
Let your children know what has been going on. Impress upon them the importance of planning for financial independence early on, and if you haven’t already, start saving for your own retirement because children often emulate what they see their parents do.
Make your parents aware that there may be programs to help them lower costs in many areas, enabling them to stretch their dollars. AARP has a state-by-state breakdown on help for low-income seniors. (Go to aarp.org and search “Public Benefits - Senior Assistance.”)
DEAR ABBY: After being divorced for 18 years, I have reconnected with my high school sweetheart. She got in touch with me, and we started talking and seeing each other. She says she loves me, and to be honest, I love her, too. The problem is, she’s married. She has grown kids and is raising her 8-year-old granddaughter.
She says she’s sorry about what happened to us years ago and that she and her husband have had nothing in common for the past 16 years. They sleep in separate rooms and don’t do anything as a family.
I know it was wrong to get involved with her because she’s married. I asked her why now and why me. She said it’s because she never stopped loving me and had tried to find me in the past. (I work in construction and have been in different places over the years.) I told her I don’t want to break up her home, but she insisted that she’s not happy. She told me that a few years ago she moved out but returned because of the granddaughter.
We are both in our early 60s. I’m not sure what to do. I know we have fun together, and I haven’t laughed this much in a very long time. I have been with others but never like this. Help! -- LONGTIME LOVE IN FLORIDA
DEAR LONGTIME LOVE: Tell your lady friend you care for her, but what’s going on isn’t fair to you or her husband. She has some important decisions to make about her future -- and possibly yours. Would her husband raise the grandchild if she left? Could she take the girl with her? Do you want to help raise the child? Unless you plan to sneak around until her granddaughter is no longer a minor, stop laughing and get serious.
Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069. | https://www.al.com/life/2023/04/dear-abby-womans-abusive-parents-expect-her-to-care-for-them-in-their-old-age.html | 2023-04-12 07:37:05 | 0 | https://www.al.com/life/2023/04/dear-abby-womans-abusive-parents-expect-her-to-care-for-them-in-their-old-age.html |
HONG KONG (AP) — Chinese regulators have said e-commerce giant Alibaba’s finance affiliate Ant Group can raise $1.5 billion for its consumer finance unit in an important step forward after the government called off a planned IPO two years ago and ordered the firm to restructure.
The China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission (CBIRC) in the southwestern city of Chongqing said in a notice dated Dec. 30 that Ant’s consumer credit unit had gained approval to increase its capital to 18.5 billion yuan ($2.7 billion) from 8 billion yuan ($1.16 billion).
The approval came weeks after Beijing signaled at an economic work conference that it would support technology firms to boost economic growth and create more jobs.
Under the latest capital expansion plan, Ant would contribute 9.25 billion yuan ($1.34 billion) for a 50% stake of its Chongqing consumer credit unit, while a separate company controlled by the government in the eastern city of Hangzhou, where Alibaba has its headquarters, would hold 10%.
The approval comes more than a year after an earlier plan to raise 22 billion yuan ($3.2 billion) fell through when China Cinda Asset Management — a state-owned bad loans manager — pulled out of an agreement to acquire a 20% stake in Ant’s consumer finance arm.
Ant is restructuring after Chinese regulators pulled the plug on its mega-IPO just days before its market debut in Hong Kong and Shanghai.
They then tightened regulations on the financial technology industry, ordering companies like Ant to operate more like banks and follow capital requirements.
This meant Ant had to clean up violations in some of its businesses, such as credit, insurance and wealth management.
The company is awaiting approval of licenses to operate as a financial holding company and as a personal credit ratings firm.
Alibaba shares in Hong Kong jumped over 7% on Wednesday. The company’s New York-listed shares have fallen more than 23% in the past year. | https://www.cbs42.com/tech-news/ap-technology/ap-chinese-regulators-approve-capital-expansion-for-ant-group/ | 2023-01-04 14:11:01 | 0 | https://www.cbs42.com/tech-news/ap-technology/ap-chinese-regulators-approve-capital-expansion-for-ant-group/ |
Recapping the revolt in Russia, through the words of 4 presidents and a mutinous warlord
By VANESSA GERA
Associated Press
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Civil war. An evil that must be stopped. Fratricide. A bug about to be squashed.
The dramatic weekend rebellion by a mercenary warlord in Russia that challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin was punctuated by dramatic language from the key protagonists — and some long silences — as the world held its collective breath at the biggest challenge to Putin’s rule of more than two decades.
Mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin incited a rebellion against Russia’s military leaders and sent his troops toward Moscow but aborted his mutiny when Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko brokered an agreement that included exile for the warlord in Belarus. Though short-lived, the revolt rattled Russian power circles, tarnished Putin’s aura of complete control and gave Ukrainians hope that Russian infighting could help them.
Many questions remain unanswered about how Prigozhin managed to get 200 kilometers (125 miles) from Moscow with little resistance. But a lot of words went back and forth. Here is a look at the past several days with a focus on comments by key figures — Prigozhin, Putin and Lukashenko — as well as by Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Joe Biden.
DAY 1: THE REVOLT GETS UNDERWAY
Prigozhin had been hurling expletive-laced insults at Russia’s military brass for months before escalating his confrontation on Friday night. In a significant challenge to the Kremlin, he argued that Russia’s stated reasons for invading Ukraine — a threat from NATO and neo-Nazis — were lies.
“The evil embodied by the country’s military leadership must be stopped,” the 62-year-old shouted in a recorded statement released Friday. He said his forces weren’t seeking to challenge Putin and other government structures, but that: “Justice in the armed forces will be restored, and then justice will be restored in all of Russia.”
His troops have carried out war atrocities in Ukraine, Syria and Africa, and Prigozhin doesn’t oppose the war in Ukraine. He wants it prosecuted more effectively. His forces, boosted by tens of thousands of convicted felons conscripted from prisons, have been some of the most effective in the 16-month war.
For months, he accused the military brass of starving his forces of ammunition. A video in May showed him standing in front of the bloodied bodies of his slain troops yelling obscenities at Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and the chief of the General Staff Gen. Valery Gerasimov, calling them weak and incompetent and blaming them for the carnage.
“They came here as volunteers and they died to let you lounge in your mahogany offices,” Prigozhin shouted. “You are sitting in your expensive clubs, your children are enjoying good living and filming videos on YouTube. Those who don’t give us ammunition will be eaten alive in hell!”
Prigozhin, who said he had 25,000 troops to march towards Moscow with him, vowed that his troops would punish Shoigu and urged the army not to offer resistance: “This is not a military coup, but a march of justice.”
DAY 2: PUTIN ADDRESSES THE NATION, PRIGOZHIN RETREATS
As Prigozhin’s forces set up camp in Rostov-on-Don, Putin made a televised address to the nation Saturday morning calling the uprising “a stab in the back” and vowing harsh punishments for its organizers.
Without mentioning Prigozhin by name, Putin denounced “anarchy and fratricide.” He compared the actions of the rebels with the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution that led to civil war and the collapse of imperial Russia.
The fact that he never mentioned Prigozhin by name, just as he never mentions the name of imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny, is itself meaningful, argues Konstantin Sonin, a Russian professor of political economy at the University of Chicago. “It means that he takes the situation extremely seriously and he is rattled inside,” Sonin said.
Prigozhin initially said his fighters would not surrender, as “we do not want the country to live on in corruption, deceit and bureaucracy.”
“Regarding the betrayal of the motherland, the president was deeply mistaken. We are patriots of our homeland,” he said.
The Russian military was fortifying the defenses around Moscow, and Lukashenko told Prigozhin he was about to get “squashed like a bug,” he later recalled.
By the evening, Lukashenko had brokered a deal promising Prigozhin immunity from prosecution even though his forces had shot down Russian helicopters and a military communications plane, killing about a dozen airmen. It was a remarkable outcome given that many other Russians have been imprisoned for the smallest of antiwar gestures.
Zelenskyy said Moscow was suffering “full-scale weakness” and that Kyiv was protecting Europe from “the spread of Russian evil and chaos.”
Prigozhin ended Saturday with crowds cheering him and his Wagner troops, and they began their retreat.
DAY 3: PRIGOZHIN AND PUTIN GO SILENT, MOSCOW RETURNS TO NORMAL
After a day of such drama, the world on Sunday awaited news about Prigozhin’s whereabouts and fate. In Moscow, life was returning to normal. People packed cafes and there was little sign of the “counterterrorist regime” of restrictions on movement and enhanced security declared the day before. Anchors on state-controlled television stations cast the deal ending the crisis as a show of Putin’s wisdom and aired footage of Wagner troops retreating.
Prigozhin went completely silent. When The Associated Press wrote to his press office, it got a reply saying: “He says hi to everyone and will answer the questions when he gets a normal connection.” Many questions continued to swirl, including if Prigozhin would be taking a larger contingent of Wagner fighters with him to Belarus — and whether he himself would go there.
Meanwhile, Biden spoke to Zelenskyy and “reaffirmed unwavering U.S. support,” the White House said.
Zelenskyy said he told Biden that the aborted rebellion in Russia had “exposed the weakness of Putin’s regime.”
DAY 4: PRIGOZHIN, PUTIN AND BIDEN SPEAK
After his day of silence, Prigozhin issued an 11-minute audio statement on Monday in which he denied trying to attack the Russian state and said he acted in response to a deadly attack on his force. “We started our march because of an injustice,” he said.
Putin, in his first public comments since the rebellion, said “Russia’s enemies” had hoped the mutiny would succeed in dividing and weakening Russia, “but they miscalculated.” He identified the enemies as “the neo-Nazis in Kyiv, their Western patrons and other national traitors.”
Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the special services were investigating whether Western intelligence services were involved.
Early in the war, President Biden went off-script during a visit to Warsaw and said of Putin: “For God’s sake, this man cannot remain in power.” But faced with what looked to many like a possible coup, Biden became decidedly cautious.
Biden denied any involvement by the U.S. or NATO in the rebellion led by Prigozhin, who also who ran the Internet Research Agency, which organized an online interference operation during the 2016 U.S. election that brought Donald Trump to power.
“We made clear that we were not involved. We had nothing to do with it,” Biden said. “This was part of a struggle within the Russian system.”
DAY 5: PRIGOZHIN ARRIVES IN BELARUS
A private jet believed to belong to Prigozhin flew from Rostov to an air base southwest of the Belarusian capital of Minsk, according to data from FlightRadar24. Belarusian President Lukashenko confirmed that Prigozhin had arrived in Belarus, and said the warlord and some of his troops were welcome to stay “for some time” at their own expense.
Meanwhile, Moscow said preparations were underway for Wagner’s troops fighting in Ukraine, to hand over their heavy weapons to Russia’s military.
Russian authorities also said they closed a criminal investigation into the uprising and were pressing no armed rebellion charge against Prigozhin or his followers. Still, Putin appeared to set the stage for financial wrongdoing charges against an affiliated organization Prigozhin owns — or at least cast him in a negative light.
Putin also sought to project stability and authority. In a Kremlin ceremony, the president walked down the red-carpeted stairs of the 15th century white-stone Palace of Facets to address soldiers and law enforcement officers, thanking them for their actions to avert the rebellion.
Lukashenko, who has ruled Belarus with an iron hand for 29 years while relying on Russian subsidies and support, made clear he saw the events as an existential threat to his own state, which has become a vassal of sorts to Russia.
“If Russia collapses,” he said, “we all will perish under the debris.”
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Associated Press journalist Dasha Litvinova contributed from Tallinn, Estonia. | https://localnews8.com/news/2023/06/28/recapping-the-revolt-in-russia-through-the-words-of-4-presidents-and-a-mutinous-warlord/ | 2023-06-29 06:38:27 | 0 | https://localnews8.com/news/2023/06/28/recapping-the-revolt-in-russia-through-the-words-of-4-presidents-and-a-mutinous-warlord/ |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Upending the political debate, Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham introduced a nationwide abortion ban Tuesday, sending shockwaves through both parties and igniting fresh debate on a fraught issue weeks before the midterm elections that will determine control of Congress.
Graham's own Republican party leaders did not immediately embrace his abortion ban bill, which would prohibit the procedure after 15 weeks of pregnancy with rare exceptions, and has almost no chance of becoming law in the Democratic-held Congress. Democrats torched it as extreme, an alarming signal of where “MAGA” Republicans are headed if they win control of the House and Senate in November.
"America’s got to make some decisions," Graham said at a press conference at the Capitol.
The South Carolina Republican said rather than shying away from the Supreme Court's ruling this summer overturning Roe vs. Wade's nearly 50-year right to abortion access, Republicans are preparing to fight to make a nationwide abortion ban federal law.
“Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no, we’re going nowhere,” the senator said flanked by women advocates from the anti-abortion movement. “We welcome the debate. We welcome the vote in the United States Senate as to what America should look like in 2022.”
Reaction was swift, fierce and unwavering from Democrats who viewed Graham's legislation as an extreme example of the far-right's hold on the GOP, and as a political gift of self-inflicted pain for Republican candidates now having to answer questions about an abortion ban heading toward the midterm elections.
“A nationwide abortion ban — that’s the contrast between the two parties, plain and simple,” said Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer.
Sen. Patty Murray, a Democrat from Washington who is in her own fight for reelection, said Republicans “want to force” women to stay pregnant and deliver babies.
“To anyone who thought they were safe, here is the painful reality,” she said. “Republicans are coming for your rights.”
The sudden turn of events comes in a razor-tight election season as Republicans hoping to seize control of Congress are struggling to recapture momentum, particularly after the Supreme Court's landmark decision sparked deep concerns among some voters, with signs of women voters peeling away from the GOP.
In a midterm election where the party out of the White House traditionally holds an advantage, even more so this year with President Joe Biden's lackluster approval ratings, the Democrats have regained their own momentum pushing back the GOP candidates in House and Senate races.
Tuesday's announcement set up an immediate split screen with Biden and Democrats poised to celebrate their accomplishments in a ceremony at the White House after passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and Republicans forced to answer for Graham's proposed abortion ban.
"This bill is wildly out of step with what Americans believe," said White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre in a statement.
"While President Biden and Vice President Harris are focused on the historic passage of the Inflation Reduction Act to reduce the cost of prescription drugs, health care, and energy – and to take unprecedented action to address climate change – Republicans in Congress are focused on taking rights away from millions of women," Jean-Pierre said.
Graham's legislation has almost zero chance of becoming law, but it elevates the abortion issue at a time when other Republicans would prefer to focus on inflation, border security and Biden's leadership.
The Republican bill would ban abortions nationwide after 15 weeks of pregnancy, expect in cases of rape, incest or risks to the physical health of the mother. Graham said it would put the U.S. on par with many other countries in Europe and around the world.
In particular, Graham's bill would leave in place state laws that are more restrictive. That provision is notable because many Republicans have argued the Supreme Court's ruling leaves the abortion issue for the states to decide. But the legislation from the Republicans makes it clear states are only allowed to decide the issue if their abortion bans are more stringent.
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, who is one seat away from majority control, declined to embrace Graham's legislation.
“I think every Republican senator running this year in these contested races has an answer as to how they feel about the issue," McConnell said. "So I leave it up to our candidates who are quite capable of handling this issue to determine for them what their response is.”
The Democratic senators most at risk this fall and other Democratic candidates running for Congress appeared eager to fight against Graham's proposed nationwide abortion ban.
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, the Democrat from Nevada tweeted that Graham “and every other anti-choice extremist can take a hike.”
Her Republican opponent, Adam Laxalt, has during his campaign insisted that abortion is protected in the state constitution, which it would no longer be under this bill.
In Colorado, another Democratic up for reelection, Sen. Michael Bennet, tweeted: “A nationwide abortion ban is outrageous. "
Bennet pledged "to defend a woman’s right to make her own health care decisions, no matter what ZIP code she lives in. We cannot afford to let the Republicans take back the Senate.”
His opponent in Colorado, Republican Senate hopeful Joe O’Dea, who supports putting abortion access that had been guaranteed under Roe vs. Wade into law, agreed, in part: “A Republican ban is as reckless and tone deaf as is Joe Biden and Chuck Schumer’s hostility to considering any compromise on late term abortion, parental notification or conscience protections for religious hospitals.”
The races for control of Congress are tight in the split 50-50 Senate where one seat determines majority control and the House, where Speaker Nancy Pelosi can afford to lose only a very few seats.
Pelosi called Graham's bill the “clearest signal of extreme MAGA Republicans’ intent to criminalize women’s health freedom in all 50 states and arrest doctors for providing basic care. Make no mistake: if Republicans get the chance, they will work to pass laws even more draconian than this bill.”
Republican leaders on Capitol Hill tried to hold the party together amid the differences.
“I think that what it’s attempting to do is probably change the conversation a little bit,” said Sen. John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, and second-ranking party leader.
“Democrats are implying that all Republicans are for a ban without exceptions, and that’s not true,” Thune said. “There are Republicans who are in favor of restrictions. And I think this is an attempt to at least put something out there that reflects the views of a lot of Republicans who are in favor of some restrictions.”
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Associated Press writers Kevin Freking in Washington and Nick Riccardi in Denver contributed to this report. | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/GOP-s-Graham-unveils-nationwide-abortion-ban-17439215.php | 2022-09-13 19:57:58 | 1 | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/GOP-s-Graham-unveils-nationwide-abortion-ban-17439215.php |
This weekend was chilly yet beautiful with some sunshine! We saw highs in the low to mid 20s on Sunday with sunshine.
You can expect Monday to start off on a foggy note, but a few areas in Southeast Minnesota could see up a bit denser fog. If you see denser fog or mist, you could encounter slick spots on roads, so take it slow and use those low beam lights. Fog will taper off toward 9-10am Monday as temps start warming up.
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — President Joe Biden welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to the White House Thursday, with the two reaffirming their nations’ longstanding and strong alliance and discussing Ukraine and the economy.
Macron was to be the guest of honor among about 400 at the White House’s first state dinner in three years.
“France and the United States have always stood together,” Biden said.
“When we look at our common history, this friendship always prevails,” Macron agreed.
In France, Macron is facing mounting pressure due to soaring energy prices linked to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. But in a joint press conference after a three-hour closed door meeting, Biden and Macron said they stand with Ukraine and promised to aid in its defeat of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“Putin severely miscalculated this war,” Biden said.
While he has maintained a more open line of communication with Putin, Macron said he will not pressure Ukraine to cave.
“We will never urge the Ukrainians to make a compromise which will not be acceptable for them … because it will never build a sustainable peace,” Macron said. “We have to respect Ukrainians about how to negotiate.”
Biden said he will continue to call on Putin end the war peacefully.
The two leaders also discussed concerns that new clean energy policies in Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act could hurt European allies.
“We need to resynchronize,” Macron said. “We want to succeed together, not one against the other.”
Biden assured Macron that the U.S. would tweak details to ensure the economies of both countries benefit from clean energy innovation.
“We’re going to continue to create manufacturing jobs in America but not at the expense of Europe,” Biden said. | https://www.fox16.com/washington/washington-dc/biden-welcomes-macron-to-white-house-for-state-dinner/ | 2022-12-01 22:37:52 | 0 | https://www.fox16.com/washington/washington-dc/biden-welcomes-macron-to-white-house-for-state-dinner/ |
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky’s Democratic governor issued an election-year veto Friday of a Republican bill aimed at regulating the lives of transgender youths that includes banning access to gender-affirming health care and restricting the bathrooms they can use.
The veto by Gov. Andy Beshear comes as he seeks reelection to a second term this year in Republican-trending Kentucky, and his veto could reverberate through the November election.
The legislation in Kentucky is part of a national movement, with state lawmakers approving extensive measures that restrict the rights of LGBTQ+ people this year, from bills targeting trans athletes and drag performers to measures limiting gender-affirming care.
In Kentucky, the expanded version that reached Beshear’s desk was rushed through both legislative chambers in a matter of hours March 16 before lawmakers began an extended break. The fast-track work enabled lawmakers to retain their ability to override the governor’s veto. The action triggered outrage and tears among opponents unable to stop the legislation.
The repackaged measure would ban gender-affirming care for transgender minors. It would outlaw gender reassignment surgery for anyone under 18, as well as the use of puberty blockers and hormones, and inpatient and outpatient gender-affirming hospital services.
Doctors would have to set a timeline to “detransition” children already taking puberty blockers or undergoing hormone therapy. They could continue offering care as they taper a youngster’s treatments, if removing them from the treatment immediately could harm the child.
Such treatments have long been available in the United States and are endorsed by major medical associations.
The bill would not allow schools to discuss sexual orientation or gender identity with students of any age.
Another key provision would require school districts to devise bathroom policies that, “at a minimum,” would not allow transgender children to use the bathroom aligned with their gender identities.
It also would allow teachers to refuse to refer to transgender students by the pronouns they use and would require schools to notify parents when lessons related to human sexuality are going to be taught.
After the bill passed the legislature, the American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky warned that it “stands ready” to challenge the measure in court if it becomes law. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/03/24/transgender-health-kentucky/cff467da-ca53-11ed-9cc5-a58a4f6d84cd_story.html | 2023-03-24 15:01:17 | 1 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/03/24/transgender-health-kentucky/cff467da-ca53-11ed-9cc5-a58a4f6d84cd_story.html |
New Jersey Senate President signals concealed carry reform is on the way
New Jersey Senate President Nick Scutari (D-Union) has signaled state lawmakers will soon move to enact gun reform in the wake of a recent Supreme Court ruling on concealed carry.
The highest court in the nation struck down a more than century-old statute in New York prohibiting concealed carry, the practice of carrying a hidden firearm in public.
New Jersey has similar laws banning concealed carry except in special cases.
“You’ll probably see something in terms of legislation soon, that will address the recent Supreme Court decision that may have thrown our laws into a little bit of disarray,” Scutari told reporters following a Senate voting session on Thursday.
“We’d like to meet [the Supreme Court’s decision] with some specific legislation that we believe would meet constitutional muster, but would also safeguard our citizens, specifically, talking about sensitive areas, talking about whether it should be concealed or open carry, what types of things would be required in order to do that, but it’s, it’s something that needs to be addressed in a larger scale, not just a one-off kind of thing,” Scutari said.
Gov. Phil Murphy addressed the issue Tuesday on his monthly call-in show “Ask Governor Murphy,” hosted by WHYY and other tri-state NPR affiliates, WBGO and WNYC.
“This is one I can’t do by executive order. I need legislation,” Murphy told “Ask Governor Murphy” host Nancy Solomon. “There will be certain off-limit zones…including…private property unless you the homeowner explicitly say otherwise. But churches, places of entertainment, soft targets, we need that now, based on the actions of this very right-wing U.S. Supreme Court”
The Garden State already has some of the strictest gun laws in the nation, and a 2021 NJ.com data report found that it also ranks low among U.S. states for gun deaths per capita.
The New Jersey Senate also passed a bill on Thursday that allows the state’s newly enacted child tax credit to go into effect this year, instead of in 2023.
In June, Gov. Phil Murphy signed the tax credit into law, providing New Jerseyans a refundable income tax credit for up to $500 per child. It was a major component of the Democratic-leaning legislature’s fiscal year 2023 budget (which took effect on July 1).
However, a mistake in the bill would have prevented people from claiming the tax credit on income earned in 2022.
Thursday’s vote was intended to fix the error.
“The issue on when the child tax credit should take effect was something that came up on the final floor vote as lawmakers were voting on the budget. So it was definitely a mistake. And, unfortunately, a consequence of the rushed nature of New Jersey’s budget process,” said Louis Di’Paulo, communications director of the New Jersey Policy Perspective.
The General Assembly is scheduled to vote on the bill Monday.
Thursday, New Jersey Senators also welcomed a new member into their ranks, as Sen. Renee Burgess was officially sworn in to replace retired Essex County Sen. Ron Rice in the 28th Legislative District.
Burgess is the first state Senator from Irvington. | https://whyy.org/articles/new-jersey-senate-concealed-carry-gun-reform/ | 2022-09-29 22:49:28 | 1 | https://whyy.org/articles/new-jersey-senate-concealed-carry-gun-reform/ |
In a cluster of unassuming warehouses in a Brewer industrial park, engineers and skilled tradespeople design and craft custom machinery and metal components that help countless industries throughout New England function.
In one area on Thursday, workers built a steel roof canopy that will sit above the entrance to a courthouse in Georgia.
Next to that, a welder worked on a piece of a stainless steel burner drum for a New York company that’s designed to clean contaminated dirt.
On the opposite end of the warehouse, the base of a fire pit into which the company cut Maine-themed designs, including a moose and lighthouse, waited to dry after getting a fresh coat of paint.
All of these are customized pieces of equipment other companies have trusted Troy Industrial Solutions in Brewer to craft.
“People send us a drawing and we manufacture something to fill a specific need for a customer,” said Dave Barcomb, senior business adviser for Troy Industrial Solutions. “What we do and make, you can’t buy it out of a catalog.”
The company recently received a grant that will help pay for a piece of equipment that will allow it to take on more work and larger projects, propelling it along its long-term growth plan. The $260,000 grant recently awarded by the Maine Technology Institute will go toward a new, more advanced plasma cutting table that can cut metal to exact measurements and designs using hot, pressurized gas.
Headquartered in New York, Troy Industrial Solutions has locations in Brewer as well as New Hampshire and Connecticut. The company began in the 1800s by making conveyor systems with leather belting made from cowhide.
The company’s past and present clients range from companies in Maine’s paper and lumber industries to blueberry and potato farmers and fishermen. Versant Power and Bath Iron Works have also purchased items from Troy Industrial Solutions.
“We make custom products for clients that solve their problems,” Barcomb said. “They may have an issue or a conveyor system that can’t handle their capacity or continues to break down. That equipment may need to be improved to keep up with what a business needs, and that’s where we come in.”
Troy Industrial Solutions will also sell or alter pieces of metal that local customers need customized for homemade projects, according to Brett MacLean, general manager of the company’s Brewer location.
“You’d be surprised how many people come in off the street with something drawn on a piece of cardboard or pizza box and ask if we can make it for them,” MacLean said. “Most of the time, we can.”
In addition to cutting, shaping, welding and painting metal to build custom pieces of equipment, the Brewer facility has engineers and designers who help customers create machinery they need.
Troy Industrial Solutions recently received a $260,000 matching grant from the Maine Technology Institute, which will help the company purchase a new $500,000 plasma table, a piece of computerized equipment that can cut metal based on a design and measurements a technician programs into the machine.
The Maine Technology Institute is a state entity aimed at supporting economic innovation and entrepreneurship.
The $260,000 grant is a small piece of $39 million in federal funding the Maine Technology Institute is distributing to help various small Maine businesses bounce back after the COVID-19 pandemic.
The new, more advanced machine will replace a 25-year old table that is slower and less precise. The change may also require the company to hire two to three new technicians, fabricators and welders.
“It will improve our efficiency and the quality of our work while reducing the amount of rework we currently do to maintain the standards we hold as a company,” Barcomb said.
The company also expects the new machine will boost its revenue by 10 percent, clearing the way for Troy Industrial Solutions to continue its longer-term growth plan. The next step of the growth strategy is to modify the fabrication facility to allow the company to take on larger projects in the future. | https://www.bangordailynews.com/2022/10/28/news/bangor/troy-industrial-solutions-plasma-cutting-table-joam40zk0w/ | 2022-10-28 06:03:03 | 1 | https://www.bangordailynews.com/2022/10/28/news/bangor/troy-industrial-solutions-plasma-cutting-table-joam40zk0w/ |
What happens to NFL champions gear pre-printed for the losing team?
CINCINNATI (WXIX/Gray News) – Anytime an NFL team goes to a championship game, products are created ahead of time for both teams in preparation to be sold immediately after it ends.
But what happens to the gear of the team that ultimately loses the game?
The NFL is responsible for printing countless shirts, hoodies, hats and other fan gear, but Good360 steps in to take care of the merchandise of the losing team.
The organization partners with the NFL and provides logistics to ship the incorrect merchandise outside of North America to nonprofit organizations in need.
“It could be someone who doesn’t have clothing, or it could be very hot; they need a hat on their head,” Good360 CEO Romaine Seguin said. “They need a shirt on their shoulders, or it’s chilly; they need a long-sleeve shirt.”
They also work with other companies that may have excess products due to overstocking or supply chain issues, among other problems.
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A two-alarm fire caused extensive damage to a home in Randolph on Monday, officials said. No one was hurt.
At 8:15 a.m., officials were notified of a fire at 222 Allen St., according to Randolph Fire Chief Ronald Cassford. Upon arrival, crews found heavy fire in the back of the two-and-a-half-story house that made its way to the attic.
No one was home at the time of the fire, which was contained after about 30 minutes, Cassford said.
“There was some severe fire damage to the second floor and the first-floor kitchen area,” Cassford said. “But the house isn’t a total loss.”
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More than 20 firefighters responded to the blaze, with the Avon, Braintree, Holbrook, and Milton fire departments providing mutual aid. The cause of the fire is under investigation, officials said.
Alex Koller can be reached at alex.koller@globe.com. | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/07/03/metro/two-alarm-fire-sets-randolph-house-ablaze/ | 2023-07-03 18:54:01 | 0 | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/07/03/metro/two-alarm-fire-sets-randolph-house-ablaze/ |
BENTONVILLE -- Six Democratic challengers could not break the Republican grip on the Benton County Quorum Court on Tuesday, though one came somewhat close.
The Quorum Court thus will continue as it has for years with all Republican members.
Justice of the peace seats 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 and 9 had Republican and Democratic candidates. Libertarian Bobby Wilson was also on the ballot in District 4.
There also were races in Districts 14 and 15 where Republicans beat Libertarian candidates, winning 76% and 72% of the vote, respectively.
Most of the races involving Republicans and Democrats were not close. Five of the six races were won by at least 16 percentage points, according to final, unofficial results.
The exception was in District 8, where Republican incumbent Joel Jones beat Democrat Carol Vella by six percentage points: 53% (3,261 votes) to 47% (2,852 votes), according to final, unofficial results. Jones had a four-point lead after early voting and was able to stretch that margin out a bit.
Jones, who said he was not surprised by the outcome, said early results are a good indication of how an election could go. Once he saw those, he relaxed, he said.
Vella raised the most in contributions of any Democratic challenger at $17,696, according to her final campaign finance report. Jones had $2,785 in contributions.
New justice of the peace districts were approved last year to equalize populations in each after the 2020 census.
District 8 mainly covers Bentonville, plus small portions of Little Flock and Rogers. This district covers downtown Bentonville. Its southern border is at Arkansas 102. The northern border is at Northwest 12th Street and Tiger Boulevard.
In the 2020 election, there were eight Benton County Quorum Court races between Republicans and Democrats. Only one race was decided by single digits -- again in District 8, where Jones beat Sam Slaton 53% to 47%.
In the 2018 election, there were six races that involved Democrats and Republicans for Quorum Court seats. Republicans won them all by double digits. The closest race was again in District 8, where then-Justice of the Peace Shirley Sandlin beat Slaton by 13 points.
"It was an honor to run for office," Vella said. "I had incredible support from the Benton County community. I think my ability to raise funds was driven by the clear need for new voices on the Quorum Court; many of the folks on the Quorum Court have held the positions for a long time. Just like in business, if we don't continue to infuse new ideas and perspectives, our progress will be mitigated."
Vella said she would definitely consider running again in two years.
"Not only did I learn a ton about local politics through the process of running, but so did my 8- and 10-year-old daughters," she said. "There is an opportunity for more civics education in school, starting young, as well as positioning politics as a career path to serve our community. My daughter recently was elected to the Apple Glen Student Council, and I couldn't be more proud."
The Quorum Court is the legislative body of county government whose members are called justices of the peace and are elected to two-year terms. Each of the 15 justices of the peace represents a district of roughly equal population.
There is very low awareness of what a justice of the peace does, what the Quorum Court is and how county tax dollars are spent, Vella said.
"I'm confident that if we increased awareness and showcased that the decisions made by the Quorum Court are vastly different from those at the national level or even state level, we may be able to convince voters that their voice matters and that they should take the time to vote," she said. "We can show them that it is about the people in the roles, not the party line."
The last Democrat to serve on the Benton County Quorum Court was Rey Hernandez in 2013 in District 2. He was appointed by then Gov. Mike Beebe to fill the seat after Republican Frank Winscott moved out of the district. As an appointee, Hernandez was ineligible to run for reelection in 2014.
Benton County justices of the peace are paid $267 per meeting of the Quorum Court, Committee of the Whole and Finance Committee.
There were 91,422 votes cast in the county during the election. The county has 181,382 registered voters.
The Benton County Election Commission will certify Tuesday's results Nov. 18.
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Once again, Hugh Jackman is imploring fans to take care of their skin, while addressing recurring issues with his own.
The "Movie 43" actor recorded a video for Instagram, acknowledging his appearance, with a bandage prominently on his nose.
"Hey guys, so, I wanted you to hear it from me, just in case someone sees me on the street or whatever. I've just had two biopsies done. I just went to my doctor… she just saw little things, could be or could not be basal cell in her opinion, she doesn't know," he shared.
"I'll find out in 2 or 3 days and as soon as I know, I'll let you know," he assured his followers.
HUGH JACKMAN REMOVES SIXTH SKIN CANCER
Jackman, 54, has been incredibly transparent with his previous bouts of skin cancer, undergoing more than a handful of skin procedures. He was previously treated for the cancer in 2013, revealing to Instagram that his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness "said to get the mark on my nose checked. Boy she was right!"
Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer, described by Mayo Clinic as forming "in the basal cells – a type of cell within the skin that produces new skin cells as old ones die off."
It "often appears as a slightly transparent bump on the skin, though it can take other forms," appearing on parts of the skin that have been exposed to sunlight, including your head and neck.
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"Just to remind you, basal cell in the world of skin cancers is the least dangerous of them all," Jackman told the camera.
"However, if I can just take this opportunity to remind you – summer is coming, for those of us here in the Northern Hemisphere, please wear sunscreen. It is just not worth it. No matter how much you want to tan, trust me, trust me, trust me, this is all stuff that happened 25 years ago. It's coming out now. Put some sunscreen on. You'll still have an incredible time out there, alright? Please be safe," he concluded.
Jackman shared that he plans to remain vigilant in raising awareness of the skin cancer, writing in his caption, "I know you’ve heard me talk about my basal cell carcinomas before. I’m going to keep talking about them, if need be. And if it reminds even one person to put on sunscreen with a high SPF, then I’m happy."
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The Australian actor seemingly just returned home, as less than 24 hours prior he had shared a photo of himself "blending in at baggage claim," sans bandage, to Instagram. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/national/hugh-jackman-undergoes-biopsies-for-cancer-scare-emphasizes-sunscreen-use/article_fd47b9d3-60a4-59ed-9253-d00b3bc02f60.html | 2023-04-04 15:37:19 | 1 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/national/hugh-jackman-undergoes-biopsies-for-cancer-scare-emphasizes-sunscreen-use/article_fd47b9d3-60a4-59ed-9253-d00b3bc02f60.html |
MOSCOW — Russia on Tuesday angrily rejected the Moldovan president’s claims about an alleged plot by Moscow to overthrow her government and accused Moldovan authorities of trying to distract public attention away from the country’s own domestic problems.
Moldova’s President Maia Sandu said Monday that the purported Russian plot envisioned attacks on government buildings, hostage-takings and other violent actions by groups of saboteurs in order to put the nation “at the disposal of Russia” and derail its hopes to join the European Union.
Responding Tuesday, Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova dismissed Sandu’s claims as “absolutely unfounded and unsubstantiated.”
“They are built in the spirit of classical techniques that are often used by the United States, other Western countries and Ukraine,” Zakharova said. “First, accusations are made with reference to purportedly classified intelligence information that cannot be verified, and then they are used to justify their own illegal actions.”
Sandu’s claim came a week after neighboring Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country had intercepted plans by Russian secret services to destroy Moldova. Moldovan intelligence officials later said that they confirmed the allegations.
Zakharova charged that Ukrainian authorities made up the claim about a purported Russian plan to destabilize Moldova in order to draw it into a confrontation with Russia. She argued that Moldovan authorities used “the myth about a Russian threat to distract Moldovan citizens’ attention from internal problems resulting from a disastrous social-economic course of the current administration and to step up the fight against dissent and political opponents.”
Zakharova insisted that Russia poses no threat to Moldova and hopes to develop mutually beneficial cooperation.
Since Russian troops rolled into Ukraine nearly a year ago, Moldova, a former Soviet republic of about 2.6 million people, has sought to forge closer ties with its Western partners. Last June, it was granted EU membership candidate status, the same day as Ukraine.
In December, Moldova’s national intelligence agency warned that Russia could launch a new offensive with the aim of creating a land corridor through southern Ukraine to Moldova’s Moscow-backed breakaway region of Transnistria.
Transnistria broke away after a 1992 civil war but is not recognized by most countries. It extends roughly 400 kilometers (250 miles) from the eastern bank of the Dniester River to the country’s border with Ukraine. Russia has about 1,500 troops nominally as “peacekeepers” in the breakaway region. | https://www.capitalgazette.com/news/nation-world/ct-aud-nw-russia-moldova-20230214-ypvtotiejje6lginhdm4nuhma4-story.html | 2023-02-14 16:06:37 | 0 | https://www.capitalgazette.com/news/nation-world/ct-aud-nw-russia-moldova-20230214-ypvtotiejje6lginhdm4nuhma4-story.html |
Water leaks prompts early dismissal at Roma ISD campuses
Students at three campuses with the Roma Independent School District were released from school Thursday morning due to a water leak, the district announced.
The "major" water leak affected the complex that serves Emma Vera Elementary School, Rome Middle School and Rome High School, the district stated in a Facebook post.
The students at the three schools were sent home at 11:30 a.m.
All other schools will operate on their normal schedule, the district added. | https://www.krgv.com/news/water-leaks-prompts-early-dismissal-at-roma-isd-campuses | 2022-09-02 00:54:30 | 1 | https://www.krgv.com/news/water-leaks-prompts-early-dismissal-at-roma-isd-campuses |
The force was strong for Washington as it pierced Bartonville Limestone during Tuesday's 68-37 thumping at Washington Community High on December 13 in Illinois boys high school basketball action.
In recent action on December 6, Washington faced off against Metamora and Bartonville Limestone took on East Peoria on December 3 at East Peoria High School. We covered the game. For a full recap, click here.
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First CubeSat, "Mini-Satellite" to Make Solo Flight the Moon Leaves Low-Earth Orbit and On To Test Unique Orbit; Transferring Mission from Launch Provider to Lunar Operations.
WESTMINSTER, Colo., July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Space LLC., a leading commercial space tech company pioneering the pathfinder mission, spacecraft separated from Rocket Lab's Photon upper stage today after its launch on June 28. The Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System Technology Operations and Navigation Experiment (CAPSTONE) spacecraft has orbited Earth while raising its position to be thrusted beyond low-Earth orbit on a trajectory to the Moon.
Advanced Space and Terran Orbital teams will take over operations for CAPSTONE as the spacecraft bids farewell to its ride from Rocket Lab. CAPSTONE™ is owned and operated by Advanced Space on behalf of NASA. It will be one of the first CubeSats, or small satellites, to fly in cislunar space – the orbital area near and around the Moon – and demonstrate an innovative spacecraft-to-spacecraft navigation technology.
"Our Advanced Space team has been prepared and ready to manage and navigate the CAPSTONE mission for months," stated Thomas Gardner, Advanced Space director of engineering and the CAPSTONE program manager. "I have been in the industry for over 40 years, and to see a spacecraft of this size perform this type of lunar mission demonstrates how technological advancements have made possible this class of mission to succeed. It is extraordinary to contribute to the industry in this groundbreaking manner."
The microwave-sized spacecraft, built and designed by Terran Orbital, will now use its own propulsion and the Sun's gravity to reach the Near Rectilinear Halo Orbit (NRHO) around the Moon. The NRHO is the orbit planned for NASA's Gateway, a lunar space station that is part of the Artemis Program.
"Getting to this point, we have learned a tremendous amount already, and the time has come to execute our unique expertise for this monumental Moon mission for NASA," said Bradley Cheetham, Advanced Space chief executive officer and CAPSTONE principal investigator. "Over eleven years ago, we started Advanced Space with a purpose to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space. CAPSTONE represents the manifestation of our focus on building programs and technologies that will enable this vision for the future."
Advanced Space leads the CAPSTONE mission.
Critical partners in the CAPSTONE mission include:
- NASA: CAPSTONE's development is supported by the Space Technology Mission Directorate via the Small Spacecraft Technology and Small Business Innovation Research programs at NASA's Ames Research Center. The Artemis Campaign Development Division within NASA's Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate supports the launch and mission operations. NASA's Launch Services Program at Kennedy Space Center is responsible for launch management. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory supported the communication, tracking, and telemetry downlink via NASA's Deep Space Network, Iris radio design, and groundbreaking 1-way navigation algorithms.
- Terran Orbital Corporation: Design and built spacecraft.
- Stellar Exploration: Propulsion subsystem provider.
- Rocket Lab USA, Inc.: Launch provider
- Space Dynamics Lab (SDL): Iris radio and navigation firmware provider.
- Orion Space Solutions (formerly Astra): Chip Scale Atomic Clock (CSAC) hardware provider for the 1-way ranging experiment.
- Tethers Unlimited, Inc.: Cross Link radio provider.
- Morehead State University (MSU): Provides telemetry, tracking and control services via NASA's Deep Space Network (DSN).
Advanced Space (https://advancedspace.com/) supports the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space through software and services that leverage unique subject matter expertise to improve the fundamentals of spaceflight. Advanced Space is dedicated to improving flight dynamics technology development and expedited turn-key missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Learn more about what Advanced Space is creating; check out the CAPSTONE mission page.
CAPSTONE real-time updates - use NASA Eyes on the Solar System interactive real-time 3D data visualization. Starting soon after separation and during CAPSTONE's mission, you can virtually explore its path with NASA's Eyes.
Advanced Space Press Kit
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TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Gray wolves are thriving at Isle Royale National Park five years after authorities began a last-ditch attempt to prevent the species from dying out on the Lake Superior island chain, scientists said Wednesday.
Meanwhile, the park’s moose population continues a sharp but needed decline. Overpopulation of the lumbering mammals were causing their own starvation as they outstripped available balsam fir trees — their primary food during long, snowbound winters, Michigan Technological University biologists said.
The trends appear to justify federal officials’ 2018 decision to airlift mainland wolves to Isle Royale, the researchers said, arguing that the predators’ return is helping rebalance an ecosystem knocked off-kilter as their number dropped to just two.
The scientists’ annual report, based largely on aerial observations last winter, estimated the rebuilt population at 31 wolves— up from 28 last year. It said the wolves appeared to be forming three packs, with others wandering alone or in smaller groups. The moose total was roughly 967, down from 1,346 last year and 54% decline from about 2,000 in 2019. Ecologists are celebrating what they hope will be a healthier herd.
“It’s been hugely successful,” said study co-leader Sarah Hoy, a research assistant professor and animal ecologist. “That’s what everyone was hoping for.”
But the early results haven’t settled a debate over whether people should rescue struggling species at Isle Royale or other designated wilderness areas, where federal law calls for letting nature take its course.
“We have felt and still believe that the National Park Service should not have intervened and set up this artificial population of wolves,” said Kevin Proescholdt, conservation director for the advocacy group Wilderness Watch.
Scientists believe the island’s first moose swam to Isle Royale around the turn of the 20th century. Wolves arrived in the late 1940s, apparently crossing the frozen lake surface from Minnesota or the Canadian province of Ontario. Though technically part of Michigan, that state’s shores are farther away.
Moose provided an ample food supply for the wolves, which in turn helped keep moose numbers in check. Both populations rose and fell over the years, influenced by disease, weather, parasites and other factors. But inbreeding finally took its toll on the wolves, whose numbers plummeted between 2011 and 2018.
Some experts said they should be allowed to die out, as have other species that once occupied the island, including Canada lynx and woodland caribou, which had the same predator-prey relationship as today’s wolves and moose.
“Species come and species go,” Proescholdt said, arguing that the federal Wilderness Act “directs us to let nature call the shots and not impose our human desires.”
Park officials and Michigan Tech scientists contend the absence of a top-of-the-food-chain predator of moose and beaver would have been ruinous for the island’s forest. Even now, its balsam firs continue to deteriorate from moose browsing and an attack of tree-killing spruce budworm, the report said.
Experts acknowledge the same factors that nearly wiped out the wolves — primarily inbreeding — eventually could return. Global warming is causing fewer ice bridges to form on Lake Superior, reducing the likelihood of wolves trekking from the mainland to the park and diversifying the gene pool. The sprawling archipelago’s closest point to the mainland is about 15 miles (25 kilometers) away.
That could mean park managers will need to import a few wolves every decade or so, Hoy said.
They brought in 19 wolves from Minnesota, Ontario’s Michipicoten Island and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in 2018-19. Only a few are believed still alive — hardly surprising as wild wolves seldom live longer than five years, Hoy said. But their descendants are believed to have produced at least seven litters of pups.
This year’s field study detected an 11-member pack on the main island’s eastern side and a five-member pack on the western side. There were three groups of at least three wolves each, and a few loners or pairs. A new pack also appears to be forming, the report said.
The moose population’s 28% drop from 2022 is one of the biggest one-year collapses ever seen at the park, it said. While wolf predation is partly responsible, necropsies indicate the biggest cause was starvation from overpopulation.
Even though relatively few moose calves appear to be surviving to adulthood, there’s no reason to worry about the moose’s immediate future, Michigan Tech biologist Rolf Peterson said. They’ve fallen to 400-500 before and bounced back. But the warming climate, tick infestations and other long-term challenges will remain.
For now, the park’s ecosystem is getting healthier thanks to the wolves’ return, he said, suggesting the decision to intervene was correct.
“The old hands-off approach to managing national parks, figuring everything will turn out OK, is probably not sufficient,” Peterson said. “Our footprint is all over the entire globe.” | https://www.krqe.com/science/ap-science/isle-royale-wolves-continue-recovery-after-nearly-dying-out-while-parks-moose-decline/ | 2023-06-14 20:56:55 | 0 | https://www.krqe.com/science/ap-science/isle-royale-wolves-continue-recovery-after-nearly-dying-out-while-parks-moose-decline/ |
ADPH: Make a COVID booster part of your holiday to-do list
The Alabama Department of Public Health is encouraging residents to get up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, especially as the holidays get into full swing.
Anyone infected with COVID-19 can spread it, even if they’re symptomless.
If you’re visiting family, consider the following:
- Children younger than 5 aren’t eligible for boosters
- Immunocompromised people, such as those who had had cancer or those 65 and older are at greater risk of getting sick or dying of COVID, even if they are vaccinated
That’s why everyone 6 months or older should get all the doses in the COVID-19 vaccine primary series, and anyone who’s eligible should get the boosters, too.
While it is not clear that a booster vaccine fully protects against newer variants, getting a booster has higher neutralizing antibodies against the Omicron variants and can reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 to others in our communities in the coming months.
If it’s been at least 2 months since your last COVID-19 vaccine dose boosters are available for children through adults.
If you’re hesitant about getting the vaccine or a booster, ADPH encourages you to discuss it with your doctor.
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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- An Odessa man was arrested late last week after investigators said he allegedly used a PlayStation cord to discipline two teens and then threatened to kill his ex-wife for coming to their defense. John Peterson III, 31, has been charged with two counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and one count of Assault Causing Bodily Injury.
According to an Odessa Police Department report, around 3:30 a.m. on April 21, officers were called to an apartment complex on Andrews Highway after someone called 911 to report a disturbance. At the scene, officers found a 15-year-old girl with injuries from where she’d allegedly been struck. The teen told investigators that Peterson hit her hip with a cord because she didn’t look at him while he was yelling at her and because she was talking to a guy.
A 13-year-old boy then told investigators that Peterson became angry with him because he thought he’d recorded the incident. The boy said Peterson then hit him in the back with the same cord.
Peterson’s ex said when she tried to get Peterson to leave the apartment, he grabbed a knife and held it to her throat and threatened to kill her. The 13-year-old told investigators he and Peterson then struggled over the knife and said one of his fingers was injured in the process.
Peterson was arrested and taken to the Ector County Law Enforcement Center where he remained as of Tuesday afternoon. His bond has been set at a combined $105,000. | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/odessa-man-accused-of-assaulting-teens-ex/ | 2023-04-25 17:45:02 | 0 | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/odessa-man-accused-of-assaulting-teens-ex/ |
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the holidays are fast approaching, so are the mailing deadlines to send presents and merriment to friends and loved ones serving away from home. Be prepared and get your letters and packages in the mail in time to ensure their delight this festive season.
To send packages to military and diplomatic addresses abroad, the Postal Service offers a discounted price of $20.95 on its largest Priority Mail Flat Rate Box. The price includes a $1.50 discount per box for mail sent to Air/Army Post Office/Fleet Post Office/Diplomatic Post Office (APO/FPO/DPO) destinations worldwide.
Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes are available at no cost at Post Office locations and can also be ordered via usps.com. Postage, labels and customs forms can also be printed online anytime using the Click-N-Ship feature. All mailing products can be found at the Postal Store.
The Postal Service is expecting to process more than 10.1 million pounds of mail for APO/FPO/DPO destinations this holiday season.
To ensure timely delivery by Dec. 25, the Postal Service recommends that cards and packages be sent to military APO/FPO/DPO addresses overseas no later than the mailing dates listed below.
*Priority Mail Express Military Service is available to select military/diplomatic Post Offices. Check with your local Post Office to determine if this service is available to an APO/FPO/DPO address.
Use the Military Care Kit to Send Presents and Care Packages
The Postal Service has created a free Military Care Kit based on the items most frequently requested by military families. The kit contains:
- Two Priority Mail APO/FPO Flat Rate Boxes
- Four Priority Mail Medium Flat Rate Boxes
- Priority Mail tape
- Priority Mail address labels
- Six custom forms envelopes
To order flat-rate boxes featuring the "America Supports You" logo or a military care kit, call 800-610-8734 or visit the online Postal Store.
Addressing the Package
- Write the service member's full name and rank.
- Include the unit and APO/FPO/DPO address with the 9-digit ZIP Code (if one is assigned). For example:
Army/Air Post Office (APO)
PFC JANE DOE
PSC 3 BOX 4120
APO AE 09021
Fleet Post Office (FPO)
SEAMAN JOSEPH SMITH
UNIT 100100 BOX 4120
FPO AP 96691
Diplomatic Post Office (DPO)
MELANIE ADAMS
UNIT 8400 BOX 0000
DPO AE 09498-0048
- Always include a return address.
- Do not write the country name where the service member is stationed in the address.
- Inside the box, include the service member's name and address, as well as the sender's name and address, on an index card in case the shipping label gets damaged in transit.
Guidelines for packing, addressing and shipping items to U.S. troops can also be found here.
New Pricing Effective Oct. 2
The Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) approved a temporary price adjustment for key package products for the 2022 peak holiday season which are applicable to APO/FPO/DPO shipments. This temporary rate adjustment is similar to ones in past years that help cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful peak season. The temporary rates will go into effect at 12 a.m. Central on Oct. 2 and remain in place until 12 a.m. Central on Jan. 22, 2023.
The peak-season pricing approved by the PRC affects prices on retail domestic competitive parcels: Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, First-Class Package Service, Parcel Select and USPS Retail Ground. International products will be unaffected.
This seasonal adjustment brings prices for the Postal Service's commercial and retail customers in line with competitive practices.
Delivering for America, the Postal Service's 10-year plan for achieving financial sustainability and service excellence, calls for appropriate pricing initiatives. The Postal Service has some of the lowest postage rates in the industrialized world and continues to offer great values in shipping. These temporary rates will keep USPS competitive while providing the agency with the revenue to cover extra costs in anticipation of peak-season volume.
The approved price changes include:
Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express:
- Retail:
First-Class Package Service, Parcel Select Ground and USPS Retail Ground:
- Retail:
A zone pricing calculator can be found online. A complete list of business products and prices is also available online.
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.
Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.
More USPS holiday news can be found at usps.com/holidaynews. For reporters interested in speaking with a regional Postal Service public relations professional, please go to about.usps.com/news/media-contacts/usps-local-media-contacts.pdf.
Contact: David P. Coleman
david.p.coleman@usps.gov
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Diplo opens up about his sexuality, says he’s a ‘vibe guy’
By Marianne Garvey, CNN
Diplo is talking about his love life.
In a conversation with model and actress Emily Ratajkowski for her “High Low” podcast, the DJ described himself as “more of a vibe guy” than focused on a partner’s gender.
“I don’t want to define that I’m gay, but I think the best answer I have is I’m not not gay,” he said.
The topic of his sexuality came up after Diplo said his TikTok For You Page often features posts of men chopping wood.
“Wood chopping guy is kinda sexy,” Diplo said. “I dont know if that’s the thing that’s gonna send me over to the gay side completely, but they’re pretty hot.”
“There’s a couple guys that I’d be like, ‘I could date this guy… life partner-wise,'” Diplo added. “I’m not really aroused by men that much, that I know about.”
In the past, Diplo has been linked to Katy Perry and model Chantel Jeffries.
He has previously addressed sexual fluidity. During a 2014 Reddit AMA chat, the producer responded “everyone’s a lil gay ” to a question about his sexuality.
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MOSCOW (AP) — A Russian court on Thursday extended by three months the detention of a former employee of the U.S. Consulate in Vladivostok on charges of cooperating with a foreign state.
The U.S. State Department has condemned the arrest of Robert Shonov, which was reported this week. He was detained in Vladivostok on the Pacific coast and brought to Moscow.
The specifics of the charges haven’t been reported, including Shonov’s alleged actions or what country he was suspected of cooperating with.
The U.S. State Department says Shonov is a Russian national who worked at the consulate in Vladivostok for more than 25 years. The consulate closed in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and never reopened.
In 2021, Russia ordered the dismissal of all local employees from U.S. diplomatic outposts in the country. From then on, Shonov worked at a company which held a U.S. contract to support the embassy in Moscow, the department said.
Shonov is being held in Moscow’s notorious Lefortovo pretrial detention center. Also held in Lefortovo is Evan Gershkovich, an American reporter for The Wall Street Journal. Gershkovich has been in custody since his March 29 arrest by Russia’s security service on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government have denied.
The arrests occurred amid a sharp rise in pressure on critics within Russia since the start of the conflict in Ukraine, particularly those regarded as discrediting the armed forces.
Yevgeny Roizman, the former mayor of Yekaterinburg and one of Russia’s most visible and charismatic opposition figures, is on trial for discrediting the military, a charge that could bring a prison sentence. But the prosecutor on Thursday called for him to be fined 260,000 rubles ($3250), suggesting he could avoid prison time.
News reports said that police on Thursday detained Mikhail Lobanov, a Moscow professor who has criticized the military campaign in Ukraine.
Also Thursday, the Mediazona website said that court documents showed that a case will be considered against Boris Grebenshchikov, the renowned veteran rock musician, for discrediting the army. Grebenshchikov has lived in the West since 2018. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-russia-extends-detention-of-us-consular-worker-by-3-months/ | 2023-05-18 21:40:10 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-russia-extends-detention-of-us-consular-worker-by-3-months/ |
Missouri man makes harrowing rescue in flash flood
As heavy rains and flash floods doused southwestern Missouri Friday, Layton Hoyer wanted to get a closer look at the rising river levels. That is when he noticed an SUV caught in the flash floods near Granby.
At first, Hoyer thought the car might have been abandoned, but flashing brake lights caught his eye. The lights were blinking as if someone was intentionally tapping the brakes. He got on top of the train tracks near the ditch where the SUV was trapped and saw someone inside.
“I could see this elderly woman lying in this car trying to stay in the air bubble,” he said.
The 33-year-old quickly called 911, but he said the woman didn’t have much time left as the car continued to sink. Hoyer tried to reach her car from the passenger side, but the current was too strong. He then waded through the cold water before he too was submerged and then lunged, grabbing onto her car.
“I got a hold of the back door and started trying to pull the door open. But the vacuum on the door was so tight,” he said.
He said he was able to break the seal at the top of her window jam and open the door.
“I swear there was only a foot of air gap left in the back part of her car,” he said. “I just grabbed her by both arms and pulled her out of there.”
Hoyer rushed to get them both inside his truck to warm up.
Jim Channel, assistant Granby fire chief, was responding to a call of an 80-year-old woman trapped in a car when he arrived on the scene. Channel had been called to water rescues by Old Ritchey Road before, but he wasn’t surprised to see who was there.
“I’ve known the young man all his life, and he will do it again tomorrow,” Channel said of Hoyer. “He didn’t even think about what he was doing.”
Channel said he along with other rescue workers attempted to save the women’s three dogs inside the car, who were trapped in cages, but they couldn’t reach them in time before getting called to another water rescue.
Hoyer didn’t get a chance to get the woman’s full name. But he said he would like to see her again.
“I would love to put my arms around her ’cause she just cried in my arms and told me how thankful she was when the ambulance got there,” he said. “I was so thankful that God put me there to help her.”
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VistaPath, the leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-based, data-driven pathology processing platforms, today announced that it has secured $4 million in seed funding led by Moxxie Ventures with participation from NextGen Venture Partners and First Star Ventures. With this latest round, VistaPath will further advance its mission to modernize pathology labs, delivering faster, more accurate diagnoses that lead to optimal patient care.
"We're excited to be working with investors who share our desire to impact the lives and clinical outcomes of patients. This funding will support full-scale development and delivery of our innovative products, as well as the expansion of our operational and technical capabilities—allowing us to better serve the clinical and life science markets," says Timothy Spong, CEO of VistaPath.
VistaPath's Sentinel is a first-of-its-kind pathology processing platform designed to seamlessly deliver a range of solutions for critical lab processes. The company's first application, released in 2021, is a tissue grossing platform that automates the process of receiving, assessing, and processing tissue samples. The platform uses a high-quality video system combined with AI to assess specimens and create a gross report 93% faster than human technicians with 43% more accuracy. Additional applications are slated to be released later this year.
"Pathology is the study of disease and connects every aspect of patient care. We believe that advances in computer vision and AI can bring great improvements to the pathology industry and ultimately lead to better outcomes for patients. We believe the team at VistaPath is building a best-in-class product for pathology labs and are proud to lead this investment round", says Alex Roetter, General Partner at Moxxie Ventures.
VistaPath is modernizing pathology labs using computer vision and artificial intelligence. They provide clients with significant quality, workflow, and strategic benefits with the overall goal of delivering improved results for pathologists, clinicians, and patients. The Sentinel is the company's first product. Learn more at vistapathbio.com.
Moxxie Ventures is an early stage venture firm focused on backing exceptional founders who make life and work better. Moxxie is based in San Francisco, CA and Boulder, CO. Learn more at moxxie.vc.
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The newest addition to the Technics line-up is available on the new Technics.com brand experience site
NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Technics is pleased to announce the availability of the new SL-100C Direct Drive Turntable. Featuring the iconic characteristics of Technics turntables, such as the coreless direct drive motor and a high-precision S-shaped aluminum tonearm, it comes in at an even more affordable price point than its award-winning sibling, the SL-1500C. Available exclusively at Technics.com and Amazon, the SL-100C is $999.99.
"With the ongoing success of the multi-award-winning SL-1500C, the new, more affordable SL-100C is poised to take the lead as the most desirable $1,000 coreless direct drive turntable on the market. The SL-100C keeps the key performance attributes of the SL-1500C to reach a wider audience and is a welcome addition to the Technics Premium Class. We have high expectations for demand and look forward to seeing buyers' enthusiasm," says Bill Voss, US Business Development Manager.
To deliver a cost-effective solution without significant compromise, the new SL-100C comes with an on-board pickup cartridge – the Audio-Technica VM95C, offering sonic finesse to satisfy the demands of real music lovers. The conical stylus of the VM95C ensures precise tracking and detail retrieval from the vinyl grooves, while the cartridge's technical characteristics mean it is widely compatible with typical Phono MM (moving magnet) inputs found on hi-fi amplifiers.
True to the heritage of authentic Technics performance, the SL-100C impresses with the same sophisticated, coreless direct drive motor with motor control to ensure smooth rotational stability. A solid two-layer chassis ensures a meticulous tracking process, free from external vibrations, and the highly precise S-shaped aluminum tonearm is capable of gleaning the most subtle music nuances out of every vinyl disc. Even more, users have the option of enabling an automatic tonearm lift that is activated at the end of the vinyl's groove to prevent unnecessary needle wear-out after finishing each side of an LP.
The new Technics SL-100C direct drive turntable is a highly attractive solution for all hi-fi oriented vinyl aficionados looking for an authentic Technics turntable at a highly accessible price point.
Key Features:
- Coreless direct drive motor, achieving stable rotation that is free from cogging and has powerful torque
- Highly sensitive yet robust S-shaped aluminum tonearm
- Two-layer platter with improved vibration-damping performance
- High-rigidity cabinet and high-damping insulator for thorough shut-out of vibrations, ensuring a smooth vinyl-tracking process
- Audio-Technica AT-VM95C pickup cartridge on-board for ease of setup
- Tonearm auto-lift for minimizing needle wear-out
About the Technics 1200 Series and SL-1500C
The SL-1200 was launched as a popular direct drive turntable in 1972, becoming a best-selling model with cumulative sales of 3.5 million units. It was supported by powerful torque, easy operation, and high durability. It became greatly admired by both audio enthusiasts and DJs who helped to unleash the DJ culture in areas such as electronic dance music. The series is still highly acclaimed by DJs worldwide today.
The SL-1500C was launched in 2019 as a model based on the generic qualities of the acclaimed 1200 Series but designed as pure hi-fi-oriented turntable without features such as strobe marks on the platter, stylus lamp and the trademark pitch control. Instead, it offers a high-quality pickup cartridge, audiophile level integrated phono equalization and an auto-lift function for the tonearm, making this turntable an easy-to-set-up, fully featured turntable package for an ultimate enjoyment from vinyl playback.
The Technics SL-100C Direct Drive Turntable will be available for $999.99 in August 2022. For more information visit the new Technics.com online hub and brand experience site.
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Website: http://www.technics.com/us/
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CA Reno NV Zone Forecast for Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Western Nevada-Eastern Sierra-Northeast California Zone Forecast
National Weather Service Reno NV
331 AM PST Fri Dec 16 2022
This is an automatically generated product that provides averaged
values for large geographic areas and may not be representative
of a specific area. To get a more specific forecast for your area,
please visit www.nws.noaa.gov/wtf/udaf/area/?site=rev
CAZ072-NVZ002-170300-
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee,
Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village
331 AM PST Fri Dec 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy in the morning then clearing. Dense
freezing fog in the morning. Highs 30 to 35. Light winds.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Dense freezing fog after midnight. Lows 5 to
15. Light winds.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Dense freezing fog in the morning. Highs 36 to
41. Light winds.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Freezing fog after midnight. Lows 6 to
16. Light winds.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Freezing fog in the morning. Highs 35 to 40.
Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Freezing fog after midnight. Lows 9 to 19.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly
cloudy. Freezing fog in the morning. Highs 35 to 40.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows 18 to 28.
.TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming partly
cloudy. Slight chance of snow. Highs 36 to 46.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Slight chance of snow in the
evening. Lows 18 to 28.
.WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs 40 to 45.
Lows 19 to 29.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of rain and snow in the
afternoon. Highs 42 to 47.
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CAZ070-NVZ005-170300-
Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell,
Empire, and Gerlach
331 AM PST Fri Dec 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Highs 25 to 35. Northeast winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming clear. Lows
5 to 15. Northeast winds around 10 mph in the evening becoming
light.
.SATURDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming sunny.
Highs 26 to 36. Light winds becoming southwest around 10 mph in
the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 5 to 15. West winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning then clearing. Highs 27 to
37. Light winds becoming southwest around 10 mph in the
afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows 9 to 19.
.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Highs 29 to 39. Lows
16 to 21.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance
of snow. Highs 33 to 43. Lows 18 to 23.
.WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Highs 34 to 44.
Lows 22 to 27.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Highs
36 to 46.
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CAZ071-170300-
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Portola, Susanville, Westwood,
Sierraville, and Loyalton
331 AM PST Fri Dec 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy in the morning then clearing. Freezing fog
in the morning. Highs 26 to 36. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Freezing fog after midnight. Lows 5 to
15. East winds around 10 mph in the evening becoming light.
.SATURDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming sunny.
Freezing fog in the morning. Highs 31 to 41. Light winds.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Freezing fog after midnight. Lows 6 to
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NEW YORK (AP) — Robert Downey Jr. set out to make an objective portrait, a tribute to his father, the underground filmmaking maverick Robert Downey Sr. His dad had other plans.
“The key point in this is when he goes, ‘OK, I think we should split into two camps: The (expletive) movie and the one I’m gonna make,’” recalls Downey Jr., laughing. “I just go, ‘Man, hats off to you, Pops.”
“Sr.,” directed by Chris Smith, is a work of father-son harmony more than might be suggested by Downey Sr.’s typically brusque assertion of filmmaking independence. It’s a kind of home movie, mostly made by Downey Jr. but with his father’s own insertions peppered throughout. It’s a son’s loving reckoning with his iconoclast father, a freewheeling cult filmmaker whose experimental films gave Downey Jr. his entry into moviemaking and whose outsized personality did much to inform his son, for better and worse. As Downey Jr. puts it, “My dad and I are pretty flawed dudes.”
“It was a way to put something between us in our own relationship and closure. I didn’t know that it would be the quickest way to the heart of things,” Downey Jr. said in a recent interview by phone from Los Angeles alongside his wife and producing partner Susan Downey. “It’s like a little string you pull at, you know. And it winds up pulling you into a rabbit hole that I kind of needed to go down in order to process and ingest the totality of our relationship.”
Downey Sr. died last year at the age of 85 after having Parkinson’s. That’s part of the film; Downey Sr. wanted it to be. “Sr,” which debuts Monday on Netflix, was made with the intention of capturing his last days: a last stab at gaining some understanding of him, wrestling with their shared demons and, once again, making a movie together. Some 50 years ago, Downey Jr. made his debut in his father’s antic 1970 dog pound comedy, “Pound,” at the age of 5.
“I have pretty good recall for the entirely of this incarnation, for better or worse,” says Downey Jr., 57. “Those films and projects, I have very clear memories of that. I can still see the Mounds bar that was being handed to me. It was my first prop I ever had to deal with.”
Years before he was the Oscar-nominated actor of “Chaplin” or the star of “Iron Man,” Downey Jr. was, as he says in the film, “just Bob Downey’s kid for a long time.” Absurdist, spontaneous films like 1971’s “Putney Swope” and 1972’s “Greaser’s Palace” made the elder Downey a pivotal countercultural provocateur who defined himself outside of the mainstream.
In “Sr.,” Downey Jr.’s reverence for his father is easy to see, as is their mutual affection for one another. But that doesn’t mean the old man was always easy on his famous son. Every film Downey Jr. ever made, he wondered: “What will Sr. think?” Every 15 years or so would he get a thumb’s up.
“I hate to say it, but he was a bit of a snob. Susan and I did a couple Sherlock movies. He was like, ‘Cute.’ I did a bunch of the Marvel stuff and he goes, ‘Uh uh. Yeah, bomb, bomb. Jokes. Funny robots. I get it.’ I went, ‘Hm. Wow. OK,’” Downey Jr. says. “I remember that he thought ‘Less Than Zero’ was good. He thought ‘Chaplin’ was too episodic. And he really liked that German song I sang when I was 15.”
Again taking his father’s direction, Downey Jr. sings that song, with panache, in the film. Though it’s easy, as a viewer, to see how much alike they are, Downey Jr. is more hesitant to define what he inherited from his dad.
“I did not get his wildly optimistic ongoing super-curiosity,” he says. “I would never necessarily marvel at the fact that a duck had baby ducks and those ducks got big.”
Susan Downey disagrees. “You absolutely have your observation of the world. You’re hyper-aware of what’s going on around you and comment on it, much as Sr. did,” she says. “And I think you deal with anything uncomfortable through humor. This is a secret power that you guys have. There’s wonderful things that come with that, and then there’s probably avoidance patterns that are kept up because of that.”
On those ’70s films, Downey Sr.’s cocaine use was rampant, an environment that surely had an influence on Downey Jr.’s own struggles later with drug addiction. It’s a point that Downey Jr. raises in the film: “We would be remiss not to discuss its effect on me,” Downey Jr. tells his father. He replies: “I would sure love to miss that discussion.”
But “Sr.” is in many ways a portrait of how both Downeys recovered, stabilized and found peace through family. Downey Jr. ascribes a metamorphosis in his father to his second wife, Laura Ernst, who died in 1994, and his third wife, Rosemary Rogers.
“I can relate to that, too, up until this current administration, the never-ending Susan Downey empire,” says Downey Jr. “I just have a lot more gratitude.”
When Downey Sr.’s health waned, they moved the film’s editing suite into his bedroom. Susan Downey, too, lost her father, in 2020, to Parkinson’s. “He was a saint compared to us Downey boys,” Downey Jr. says. Movies were how they connected. The last film Downey Jr. and his father watched together was the music biopic satire “Walk Hard.” They laughed their heads off.
Since premiering “Sr.” at the Telluride Film Festival, Downey Jr. has noticed how the film becomes a projection of others’ experiences losing a parent. Toward the end of the film, Downey Jr. goes into his father’s room, with the camera trailing, to find some final answers. “I was going to get to the bottom of it for once and all,” he says. Like most sons seeking such definitude, Downey Jr. came out, he felt, emptyhanded.
But in “Sr.,” the two films each are making ultimately seamlessly meld into one, suggesting a deeper understanding between Jr. and Sr. than either might have readily admitted. There are also ongoing discoveries.
After such an unconventional indoctrination to cinema as a kid, Downey Jr.’s genuine, live-wire performances surely owe something to the frenetic energy he had known on his father’s sets. “I think I had the advantage of it already feeling natural before I came into that quote-unquote industrialized version of entertainment,” Downey Jr. says.
He often found with other directors something just as comfortable and rewarding. He calls Richard Attenborough (“Chaplin”) “a super wise loving grandfather.” Jon Favreau (“Iron Man”) was “like a brother.” Movies were and still are, Susan Downey says, “the family business.”
“It’s very odd, too, because we’re doing this film with Director Park (Chan-wook) now called ‘The Sympathizer’ where I’m doing a lot of different characters. It’s not experimental at all. It’s very well-fleshed out. But it’s kind of reminding me of the Sr. experience,” says Downey Jr. “You get dressed up, you try a character and we’re going to film it.”
Stuck by that fresh realization, Downey Jr. exclaims: “We’re finally figuring everything out in real time! Live from the Gestalt Therapy Epicenter of Southern California!”
Then he sighs. “So I’m still working for Dad.”
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SAN DIEGO (AP) — Juan Soto arrived at Petco Park promising to bring “good vibes” to the San Diego Padres and issuing a warning to opposing teams.
The of the 23-year-old generational talent in perhaps the biggest deadline deal ever energized the Padres and their long-suffering fans, and there’s more to come.
Soto and Josh Bell on Wednesday joined a lineup currently anchored by All-Star slugger Manny Machado. Star shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. is expected to return from a broken left wrist within a few weeks.
When that lineup hits the field, “It’s going to be really exciting. It’s going to be really tough to go through and I wish good luck to all the pitchers,” Soto said with a laugh at an introductory news conference.
Soto was batting second and playing right field against Colorado on Wednesday night, a day after being obtained from Washington in a massive trade. Machado was batting third and switch-hitting first baseman Josh Bell, acquired along with Soto, was batting cleanup.
The price for Soto and Bell was significant: rookie left-hander MacKenzie Gore, first baseman/DH Luke Voit and prospects James Wood, C.J. Abrams, Robert Hassell III and Jarlin Susana.
Washington general manager Mike Rizzo set a lofty asking price last month after reports emerged that Soto rejected the team’s latest contract offer of $440 million over 15 years.
The uncertainty over his future began weighing on Soto, who said after Sunday’s game against St. Louis: “I just want to get it over with and see what’s going to happen. Start over here or wherever I’m at.”
That place is San Diego, where the Padres entered Wednesday holding the NL’s second wild-card spot while trailing the Los Angeles Dodgers by 11 1/2 games in the NL West.
Soto, one of the game’s best young hitters, said he was happy Bell was included in the trade. The two were flown to San Diego on a private jet Tuesday night.
“For me, I never realized I was going to be traded together. I was thinking probably by myself,” Soto said. “When I realized I was coming with Josh, we have a great relationship and I was more excited and more pumped because he’s coming and I know what kind of guy he is and what he brings to the table. I’m more than excited to share another clubhouse with him.”
Soto contributed to the Nationals’ first World Series title in 2019 and then hit .351 in 2020 to win the NL batting title. He’s in his second straight All-Star season, and now he and Bell have joined a team whose playoff chances vaulted big-time.
Soto said all the conversations with Padres general manager A.J. Preller and his new teammates have been, ’’Let’s win, let’s bring the good energy to the clubhouse and the stadium, just come here and try to win. Try to bring my experience from 2019 as a World Series champ to here in San Diego.
“That’s what I’m going to do, that’s what I have in my mind since I saw the trade yesterday. That’s what we’re going to try to do, try to make it all the way to the last team standing.”
Soto thinks he’s joining a World Series contender.
“Yeah, definitely,” he said. “This team has everything that it needs to win a World Series.”
San Diego last played in the World Series in 1998, when it was swept by the New York Yankees.
Soto is under contract for two seasons beyond this year and said he’s not thinking about anything after that.
“I’m just thinking about winning,” he said. “I’m just coming to this clubhouse to bring the energy that I have, all the good vibes that I have to bring here, to win.”
Soto and Bell are coming from the team with baseball’s worst record to one that has vaulted its postseason chances.
“It feels really nice,” Soto said. “It feels really pumped to be here. Just go from a team that has no chance to come all the way here, it’s a great feeling, a new vibe, it’s a new start for me. It’s a new start, a new feeling to go out there and give more than I have.”
Said Bell: “Obviously we pour our hearts and souls into this game no matter where we are. … But it’s a little bit extra fuel in the fire to be here and to be in the hunt and to have a reason to show up a little bit earlier every day to get the work done that we need to get done. I’m definitely pumped to have a new opportunity here.”
Soto and Tatis, who’s also 23, have known each other since playing together in the Dominican Prospect League.
“That’s my boy, my hometown boy,” Tatis said on Tuesday. “I mean, we played together since we were 15, 16. And now we’re on the same team. It’s crazy.”
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States said Tuesday it is imposing a new round of sanctions on Iranian firms and people accused of procuring equipment used for Iranian drones.
Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control coordinated with the FBI to designate four firms and three people in Iran and Turkey for allegedly buying equipment, including European-made engines, to be used for Iran’s drone and weapons programs.
Those targeted for sanctions include the Iran-based Defense Technology and Science Research Center, its procurement firm Farazan Industrial Engineering Inc. and two other firms along with purchasing agents from the companies.
“Iran’s well-documented proliferation of UAVs and conventional weapons to its proxies continues to undermine both regional security and global stability,” said Brian Nelson, Treasury's undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence. Nelson was referring to unmanned aerial vehicles.
“The United States will continue to expose foreign procurement networks in any jurisdiction that supports Iran’s military industrial complex," he said.
American defense officials say Iran is supplying Russia with unmanned drones to use on civilians as the Kremlin presses its invasion of Ukraine, which has entered its second year.
Among other things, sanctions deny the people and firms access to any property or financial assets held in the United States and prevent American firms and companies from doing business with them.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have worsened after months of antigovernment protests.
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Choosing a soccer goal
There are lots of reasons you might buy soccer goals. Coaches may need new goals for their team’s park. Serious players might want a decent set of goals for practice in the backyard. Parents with young kids might want a set that’s easy to construct, put away or even take in the car for vacations and trips to the park.
With so many reasons to buy soccer goals, it’s not surprising that many options and price points are available.
Types of soccer goals
Regulation
If you want soccer goals for official matches and serious training, it’s important to understand which goals are suitable. FIFA is the sport’s international governing body. Their soccer goal specifications are as follows:
- Dimensions: 24 feet by 8 feet
- Minimum goal post width: 5 inches
- Acceptable goal post materials: Metal, wood or other approved material
- Goalpost color: White
However, it’s important to note that different governing bodies have different regulations, especially when it comes to youth soccer. For example, U.S. Youth Soccer adjusts the recommended goal size by age group. While the Under 13 age group plays with a regulation 24-foot-by-8-foot goal, the size reduces to 18.5 feet by 6.5 feet for Under 10s and 6 feet by 4 feet for Under 8s.
Recreational/backyard
You might want a regulation-size soccer goal for recreational use but without the strict stipulations of material types. In that case, a backyard soccer goal is all you need.
Recreational soccer goals can range from expensive metal frames to inexpensive foldaway goals. The type of material and size of the goal varies massively.
If you want something for the kids to use in the backyard, a small inflatable soccer goal might do the trick. But if you want something with a bit more durability for more seasoned players, you’ll need a sturdy frame and netting material that will last.
Portable
Soccer goals are also available in portable form. Most portable soccer goals come with collapsible frames to be easily folded and stored in the car. While they tend to be somewhat flimsy, they’re a great addition to a fun day out in the park and provide kids and adults alike with hours of entertainment.
Features of soccer goals
Goal shape
Regulation goals (and many recreational goals) are rectangular. Both the goalposts and top bar are straight, while the net is strung onto the rear goalposts to give a full rectangular shape. With recreational soccer goals, the net is often attached to the top bar and pinned to a rear base bar, making a triangular shape between the top bar and the ground.
Lighter recreational goals and many portable soccer goals come in a D-shape. The base bar is horizontal while the top bar curves around. The benefit of this shape is that it makes it easier to achieve a pop-up goal that collapses easily for transportation.
Frame material
While FIFA does allow for some special, reinforced materials, regulation frames must generally be wood or metal. However, recreational frames can be made from hard plastic or PVC. Out of the two, PVC is sturdier, so it’s ideal for more serious players who want a set of long-lasting goals for the backyard to practice with. Lighter, plastic frames are less expensive but are more prone to wear and tear.
Net material
Regulation goals mostly use a thicker nylon rope, making the mesh weather-resistant and sturdy. When purchasing recreational nets, you can find inexpensive options with plastic mesh or nylon rope similar to regulation nets.
The main thing to consider is durability and safety. Rope that is thin and too closely weaved can cause fingers to become trapped and injured. It’s also prone to tearing and other damage from heavy, fast-moving soccer balls. Thicker nylon is safer and lasts much longer.
What to consider before buying soccer goals
Height and width of the frame
Regulation goals must adhere to the 8-foot height guideline. For younger soccer players who want a backyard goal, there are many different heights available depending on the player’s age.
Similarly, soccer goals are available at regulation width or as small as 36 inches. However, widths as short as this are typically only found in inexpensive recreational or portable goals.
Depth of net
D-shaped soccer goals or rectangular goals where the net falls in a triangular shape to the ground means the goalkeeper cannot stand inside the net to defend it. Rectangular goals, on the other hand, enable the goalkeeper to practice their skills in a regulation-shaped net.
Similarly, D-shaped goals do not allow for goals in the corner of the net, which is common in gameplay.
Age range
Whether it’s just for fun or to practice their skills, very young children benefit from a smaller net that is proportionate to their height. Regulation-sized goals are typically too big for a young player to defend.
Best soccer goals
These regulation FIFA-approved goals are ideal for official competition or for serious players who want to be able to practice with the real deal. Available in sizes from 6 feet by 12 feet right up to 24 feet by 8 feet, they’re durable and portable.
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SKLZ Quickster Portable Soccer Goal
If you want a more affordable option without compromising on quality, these portable goals are lightweight and easy to assemble. However, the double-ply netting and sturdy posts make these a long-lasting option for the backyard.
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SAN ANTONIO, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dr. Steven J. Cyr, former chief of spine surgery for the US Air Force and consultant to the USAF Surgeon General, alongside New York Times best-selling author Glenn Plaskin, released his debut book, Cutthroat: A Surgeon's Fight against Big Government, Corrupt Businessmen, and a Broken Healthcare System.
Amid a news cycle filled with stories of problems in the American medical system, healthcare reform, and doctors becoming part of the Great Resignation comes a unique perspective from a physician who has lived through it all. Pulling back the curtain on a misunderstood profession, Cutthroat provides an insider's look at the battles doctors fight for their patients and their practices, exposing the complex financial, legal, and regulatory pressures faced by physicians who enter the business world.
When Dr. Steven J. Cyr opened his medical practice, his focus was on providing the best care for patients, improving spine surgery results, and running an ethical business. He soon discovered that just because you play by the rules, it doesn't mean everyone else will. Despite following the law to the letter, Dr. Cyr was descended upon by cutthroat businessmen, jealous colleagues, federal agents, and ambitious lawyers. A barrage of legal attacks and false claims culminated in him being targeted for federal indictment. Only through God's grace, the love of his wife, LeAnn Cyr, and faith in doing what's right was he able to find the strength to overcome the forces aligned against him.
Cutthroat recounts Dr. Cyr's story and shares his thoughts on the multibillion-dollar business of medicine. Doctors are often portrayed as opportunistic millionaires who prey on patients and drive-up costs but, from Dr. Cyr's perspective, both patients and physicians are victims of a system designed to increase profits for insurance companies, businessmen, and Big Government. Drawing from personal and professional experiences, Cutthroat provides a wake-up call for the healthcare industry, and a better vision for the future.
Steven J. Cyr, MD, is the chief medical officer for SASpine and CYRx MD Cosmetic Surgery. He is a Mayo Clinic-trained, board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, and has been named a Top Spine and Orthopedic Surgeon by numerous organizations.
Cutthroat is on sale now from Amplify Publishing and other retailers. Learn more at www.cutthroatbook.com.
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Which antibiotics are best for dogs and cats?
Dog and cat antibiotics are medications, usually prescribed by a veterinarian, that can help treat a bacterial infection. Some can be used as a preventive measure, such as when your pet has an injury or undergoes surgery. They’re not meant to treat viruses, however. So, if you believe your pet has an infection, speak with a veterinarian to see whether they recommend antibiotics.
Differences between cat and dog antibiotics
There are similarities between cat and dog antibiotics, which is why you can often find medications geared toward both species. The main difference between the two is the recommended dosage for treating a bacterial infection.
Make sure you choose antibiotics that are labeled as safe for both types of animals or the type you have. Some medications for dogs, for example, are toxic to cats. Speak with a veterinarian for a recommendation or prescription before giving your pet any form of medication.
Main antibiotics for cats and dogs
Many of the same antibiotics can be given to cats and dogs. These include:
- Amoxicillin: This is a common medication for bacterial infections in the ear, urinary tract or respiratory system.
- Clindamycin or Cleocin: This is used to help with infections of the bone or teeth.
- Doxycycline or Vibramycin: In cats, this can treat respiratory infections. It can also help with certain diseases in dogs, such as heartworm.
- Gentamicin or Garamycin: This is meant to treat ear, eye, skin and respiratory infections in dogs. For cats, it can help with skin or ear infections.
- Metronidazole or Flagyl: This medication can treat bacterial infections in the digestive system. It can also help with intestinal parasites.
A few antibiotics, such as cephalexin, are only meant to treat skin infections in cats. Others, including Clavamox, are for canines only.
Purpose and infection type
Antibiotics for cats and dogs primarily fight bacterial infections. A veterinarian may prescribe one to eliminate parasites, such as worms in your pet. Those meant for preventive care can also help prevent secondary infections that are related to the first.
These medications can help with different infections, including urinary tract, ear, skin, eye, respiratory system, wounds and teeth or bones.
Possible side effects
As with any medication, antibiotics for cats and dogs could come with a few complications or side effects. According to PetMD, these include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness and seizures.
Other possible side effects include appetite loss, rashes or frequent itching (for topical medications).
Antibiotics are generally considered safe, but if your pet displays any of the above symptoms, discontinue use and speak with a veterinarian immediately. These medications are often necessary for treating infection, but your veterinarian could suggest an alternative.
Form
Dog and cat antibiotics come in the following forms:
- Tablets or capsules: These can be added to food or wrapped in a treat, such as Greenies Pill Pockets For Dogs or Greenies Pill Pockets For Cats.
- Chewables: For pets that refuse tablets, consider chewable antibiotics instead. These can be mixed into the food dish or administered as a treat. Some are flavored.
- Liquids: If your cat or dog eats wet food, mix in a liquid antibiotic during mealtime. Alternatively, use a syringe and administer it directly to your pet. In some cases, a veterinarian can administer the medication directly via a syringe or needle.
- Powders: Certain medications come in powder form and can be sprinkled directly into the food or water bowl. Make sure your pet consumes the entire amount.
There are also topical medications, which usually come in creams or ointments. These commonly treat skin infections and help prevent fungal infections.
Dosage
The dosage typically depends on a few factors, including:
- Animal type: cat or dog
- Breed: Some breeds react differently to certain medications when administered.
- Age: Older or younger animals often need specific dosages.
- Size and weight: Larger animals and dogs typically require a higher dosage, but not always.
7 best dog and cat antibiotics
Clindamycin (Generic) for Dogs and Cats
This medication can help treat oral infections, specifically those of the mouth, gums and bones. It can also help with respiratory infections.
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Neo-Poly-Dex (Generic) Ophthalmic Ointment for Dogs and Cats
Meant to treat eye infections, this ointment can reduce swelling and soothe irritations. It’s safe and effective for most cats and dogs. It’s also easy to administer.
Animax Ointment for Dogs and Cats
For pets with skin or ear bacterial infections, this medicated ointment is effective and fast-acting. It contains steroids that make it more potent, though it could also result in some side effects, such as frequent urination. It’s a great short-term solution.
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Amoxi-Drop (Amoxicillin) for Dogs and Cats
This antibiotic is versatile and can be used to treat infections of the urinary tract, upper respiratory system and more. It’s gentle enough to be used on even sensitive pets. It also comes in liquid and capsule forms.
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Baytril (Enrofloxacin) Tablets for Dogs and Cats
Another great option for dealing with different infections, including those of the skin, urinary tract and upper respiratory system, this antibiotic is highly effective. It comes in capsule form and can be mixed in with dry or wet food.
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Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment for Dogs and Cats
Safe for cats, dogs and horses, this prescription ointment comes in a convenient tube and is easy to administer. It can help with eye infections, such as pink eye and ulcers. It can also alleviate eye irritation, swelling and pain.
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Clavamox (Amoxicillin/Clavulanate Potassium) Drops for Dogs and Cats
These drops are broad-spectrum antibiotics that can treat different infections, including those found in wounds and the urinary tract. They can also help with dental and respiratory infections.
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Student dies after jumping from building at Fort Lauderdale High School
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida (WSVN) — A South Florida student died after he jumped off the third-story building at his school.
The incident happened at Fort Lauderdale High School at 1600 NE 4th Ave., Thursday morning.
7Skyforce hovered over the scene where police taped off the stairwell on the east side of the three-story building.
The 17-year-old male senior was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.
7News has learned that several students witnessed the incident. School counselors are currently speaking with them and their families.
Upon hearing of what happened, parents arrived at the school to pick up and check on their children.
“I think we need to do something more about mental health,” said Paola McDonald. “Get together with your kids. Talk. Be there for them when they need to, even when they don’t want to talk.”
“We need to take the time to see all of our students and to see them from their perspective of how heavy the world must seem,” said Melissa Sherman. “I think, as adults, sometimes, we tend to brush off things that our kids experience, but we never really know what’s going on. Listen to your kids.”
Broward County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Vickie L. Cartwright urged parents to speak with their children and to reach out to their school and counselors if they believe their students may be in distress.
Fort Lauderdale High School Principal Erin Brown shared a message to families regarding the incident, which read in part, “If any student or family member is feeling overwhelmed with loss or grief or just needs help, please reach out to the school. You can also access help after school hours by calling 211 or get help through Broward Schools website browardschools.com/student-services. This is a tragic loss of life and will be difficult for all of us. We will get through this together.”
This marks the second time this school year that a student jumped from a school building. Back in August, a student at Palmetto Senior High School jumped from a third-floor building.
If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
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Man seriously wounded in Bessemer shooting
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A man was sent to a hospital for medical treatment, after being shot in a car.The Bessemer Police Department reported officers were called to the 2900 block of Fairfax Avenue just after 3 p.m. and found a gunshot wound victim inside a car.The BPD said the car wrecked into a house after the shooting.The victim was sent to UAB Hospital and his condition is serious, said the police department.No suspects are in custody at this time.
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A man was sent to a hospital for medical treatment, after being shot in a car.
The Bessemer Police Department reported officers were called to the 2900 block of Fairfax Avenue just after 3 p.m. and found a gunshot wound victim inside a car.
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The BPD said the car wrecked into a house after the shooting.
The victim was sent to UAB Hospital and his condition is serious, said the police department.
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Community Solar Installation in Secaucus Enables Career Training in Nearby Edison
ASBURY PARK, N.J., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Solar Landscape has completed construction of a 556-kilowatt (DC) rooftop community solar installation in Secaucus, New Jersey, that will generate clean, renewable energy and social benefits for nearby communities.
By hosting solar panels on the rooftop of its commercial warehouse, Principal Asset ManagementSM empowered Solar Landscape to train nearby community members on solar equipment installation, creating new career paths in clean energy as part of its STEP-UP (Solar Training and Education Partnership for Underserved Populations) program. Since November, Solar Landscape has partnered with Edison Job Corps and national solar leaders, GAF and Trinity Solar, to introduce 29 New Jersey residents from low- to moderate-income communities to the skills necessary to become solar installers.
A video about the program featuring Principal, Trinity, GAF, Edison Job Corps – and community members who went through the training – is posted on Solar Landscape's LinkedIn page.
"Financial inclusion and environmental impact are fundamental aspects of our commitment to sustainability," said Principal Asset Management Managing Director of ESG & Operations, Jennifer McConkey. "Together with Solar Landscape and its training partners, the program is introducing community members to entirely new careers in clean energy. In addition, this program addresses critical sustainability and social goals to be a good neighbor to our communities and a clean energy model for the rest of the country."
"By hosting community solar installations, Principal is energizing communities in more ways than one," said Solar Landscape CEO Shaun Keegan. "Thanks to Principal's participation in community solar, trainees at Edison Job Corps and across New Jersey have new opportunities to find rewarding, well-paying, family-sustaining jobs."
One candidate that recently completed the Job Corps courses was hired shortly after the training and is now part of Solar Landscape's growing installation team.
"For nearly 60 years, Job Corps has assisted underserved populations with career preparation, career development and career transition," said Tony Staynings, Business Community Liaison, Edison Job Corps. "Thanks to Principal, Solar Landscape, GAF and their partners, we are introducing our students to solar energy and providing them pathways to careers in renewable energy."
About the Principal Community Solar Installation in Secaucus
In addition to being a catalyst for workforce development initiatives, the 556 KW (DC) installation will also advance the clean energy transition. Solar energy generated on the rooftop of this project will:
- Provide solar energy at a discount to more than 90 nearby homes, without requiring them to install panels
- Save residents more than $20,000 in energy costs annually
- Avoid the creation of 478 tons of carbon emissions from fossil fuels
About Solar Landscape
Based in Asbury Park, Solar Landscape is a leading full-service developer, designer, installer, owner, and operator of community solar and solar energy solutions for the commercial/industrial, municipal, public school and non-profit marketplaces. The company employs more than 120 people and has more than 200 megawatts of solar energy projects completed or under construction. For more about Solar Landscape, visit www.solarlandscape.com or check us out on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook or Instagram.
About Principal Asset Management
With public and private market capabilities across all asset classes, Principal Asset Management and its investment specialists look at asset management through a different lens, creating solutions to help deliver client investment objectives. By applying local insights with global perspectives, Principal Asset Management identifies distinct and compelling investment opportunities for more than 1,100 institutional clients in over 80 markets.¹ Principal Asset Management is the global investment solutions business for Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG), managing $517.8 billion in assets and recognized as a "Best Places to Work in Money Management" ² for 11 consecutive years. Learn more at www.PrincipalAM.com.
¹ As of March 31, 2023
² Pensions & Investments, "The Best Places to Work in Money Management", December 12, 2022.
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Record 6,542 guns intercepted at US airport security in ‘22
ATLANTA (AP) — The woman flying out of Philadelphia’s airport last year remembered to pack snacks, prescription medicine and a cellphone in her handbag. But what was more important was what she forgot to unpack: a loaded .380-caliber handgun in a black holster.
The weapon was one of the 6,542 guns the Transportation Security Administration intercepted last year at airport checkpoints across the country. The number — roughly 18 per day — was an all-time high for guns intercepted at U.S. airports, and is sparking concern at a time when more Americans are armed.
“What we see in our checkpoints really reflects what we’re seeing in society, and in society, there are more people carrying firearms nowadays,” TSA administrator David Pekoske said.
With the exception of pandemic-disrupted 2020, the number of weapons intercepted at airport checkpoints has climbed every year since 2010. Experts don’t think this is an epidemic of would-be hijackers — nearly everyone caught claims to have forgotten they had a gun with them — but they emphasize the danger even one gun can pose in the wrong hands on a plane or at a checkpoint.
Guns have been intercepted literally from Burbank, California, to Bangor, Maine. But it tends to happen more at bigger airports in areas with laws more friendly to carrying a gun, Pekoske said. The top 10 list for gun interceptions in 2022 includes Dallas, Austin and Houston in Texas; three airports in Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Atlanta; Phoenix; and Denver.
Pekoske isn’t sure the “I forgot” excuse is always true or whether it’s a natural reaction to getting caught. Regardless, he said, it’s a problem that must stop.
When TSA staffers see what they believe to be a weapon on the X-ray machine, they usually stop the belt so the bag stays inside the machine and the passenger can’t get to it. Then they call in local police.
Repercussions vary depending on local and state laws. The person may be arrested and have the gun confiscated. But sometimes they’re allowed to give the gun to a companion not flying with them and continue on their way. Unloaded guns can also be placed in checked bags assuming they follow proper procedures. The woman in Philadelphia saw her gun confiscated and was slated to be fined.
Those federal fines are the TSA’s tool to punish those who bring a gun to a checkpoint. Last year TSA raised the maximum fine to $14,950 as a deterrent. Passengers also lose their PreCheck status — it allows them to bypass some types of screening — for five years. It used to be three years, but about a year ago the agency increased the time and changed the rules. Passengers may also miss their flight as well as lose their gun. If federal officials can prove the person intended to bring the gun past the checkpoint into what’s called the airport’s sterile area, it’s a federal offense.
Retired TSA official Keith Jeffries said gun interceptions can also slow other passengers in line.
“It’s disruptive no matter what,” Jeffries said. “It’s a dangerous, prohibited item and, let’s face it, you should know where your gun is at, for crying out loud.”
Experts and officials say the rise in gun interceptions simply reflects that more Americans are carrying guns.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation, an industry trade group, tracks FBI data about background checks completed for a firearm sale. The numbers were a little over 7 million in 2000 and about 16.4 million last year. They went even higher during the coronavirus pandemic.
For the TSA officers searching for prohibited items, it can be jarring.
In Atlanta, Janecia Howard was monitoring the X-ray machine when she realized she was looking at a gun in a passenger’s laptop bag. She immediately flagged it as a “high-threat” item and police were notified.
Howard said it felt like her heart dropped, and she was worried the passenger might try to get the gun. It turns out the passenger was a very apologetic businessman who said he simply forgot. Howard says she understands travel can be stressful but that people have to take care when they’re getting ready for a flight.
“You have to be alert and pay attention,” she said. “It’s your property.”
Atlanta’s airport, one of the world’s busiest with roughly 85,000 people going through checkpoints on a busy day, had the most guns intercepted in 2022 — 448 — but that number was actually lower than the year before. Robert Spinden, the TSA’s top official in Atlanta, says the agency and the airport made a big effort in 2021 to try to address the large number of guns being intercepted at checkpoints.
An incident in November 2021 reinforced the need for their efforts. A TSA officer noticed a suspected gun in a passenger’s bag. When the officer opened the suitcase the man reached for the gun, and it went off. People ran for the exits, and the airport was shut down for 2 1/2 hours, the airport’s general manager Balram Bheodari said during a congressional hearing last year.
Officials put in new signage to catch the attention of gun owners. A hologram over a checkpoint shows the image of a revolving blue gun with a red circle over the gun with a line through it. Numerous 70-inch television screens flash rotating messages that guns are not allowed.
“There’s signage all over the airport. There is announcements, holograms, TVs. There’s quite a bit of information that is sort of flashing before your eyes to just try to remind you as a last ditch effort that if you do own a firearm, do you know where it’s at?” Spinden said.
Miami’s airport also worked to get gunowners’ attention. The airport’s director told Congress last year that after setting a gun interception record in 2021 they installed high-visibility signage and worked with airlines to warn passengers. He said the number of firearms intercepted declined sharply.
Pekoske said signage is only part of the solution. Travelers face a barrage of signs or announcements already and don’t always pay attention. He also supports gradually raising penalties to grab people’s attention.
But Aidan Johnston, from the gun advocacy group Gun Owners of America, said he’d like to see the fines lessened, saying they’re not a deterrent. While he’d like to see more education for new gun owners, he also doesn’t think of this as a “major heinous crime.”
“These are not bad people that are in dire need of punishment,” he said. “These are people who made a mistake.”
Officials believe they’re catching the vast majority, but with 730 million passengers screened last year even a miniscule percentage getting through is a concern.
Last month, musician Cliff Waddell was traveling from Nashville, Tennessee, to Raleigh, North Carolina, when he was stopped at the checkpoint. A TSA officer had seen a gun in his bag. Waddell was so shocked he initially said it couldn’t be his because he’d just flown the day before with the same bag. It turned out the gun had been in his bag but missed at the screening. TSA acknowledged the miss, and Pekoske says they’re investigating.
When trying to figure out how the gun he keeps locked in his glove compartment got in his bookbag, Waddell realized he’d taken it out when he took the vehicle in for repairs. Waddell said he recognizes it’s his responsibility to know where his firearm is but worries about how TSA could have missed something so significant.
“That was a shock to me,” he said.
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CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Hunter Tyson finished with 14 points and nine rebounds, Alex Hemenway scored 13 and Clemson rolled to a 72-41 victory over Loyola Maryland on Monday night.
Hemenway sank all five of his shots — three of them from 3-point range. Chase Hunter added 10 points. Clemson (4-1) played 15 players and 10 scored.
Alonso Faure made 6 of 9 shots scored 15 points and had six rebounds for Loyola (2-3). Deon Perry hit three 3-pointers and scored 11.
Brevin Galloway’s layup gave Clemson a 4-2 lead 90 seconds into the game and the Tigers never trailed again. Ian Schieffelin scored the final five points in a 14-0 run and the Tigers led 25-8 with 10 minutes before halftime Dillon Hunter had consecutive layups in the final 42 seconds and Clemson led 43-14 at intermission.
Loyola shot 28.8% overall and made only 6 of 24 from beyond the arc. Clemson shot 48.2% overall and 38% from distance (8 of 21).
The Tigers had a 41-27 rebound advantage and scored 16 points off 18 Greyhound turnovers.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Tony Elliott waited years before he felt it was the right moment to leave the Clemson staff and become a head coach. The timing gave him plenty of company as he takes over at Virginia.
He's one of four new coaches in the Atlantic Coast Conference, joining Duke's Mike Elko, Miami's Mario Cristobal and Virginia Tech's Brent Pry. Additionally, Elliott, Elko and Pry have never been head coaches before.
“I don't know if it makes it any easier,” Elliott said Thursday during the ACC Kickoff preseason media days. “But it is comforting to know that I'm not by myself.”
This is the fourth time the conference has traded out as many as four coaches since expanding to 12 teams in 2005 on the way to 14 football-playing members. But this is the first time that all four are in one seven-team division, adding another variable into a Coastal Division race long known for its unpredictability.
“As much as the Coastal has been fluctuating and up and down, I think pretty much everyone has either turned over their quarterback or turned over their coach — one of the two,” Elko said. “When you do those two things, you're creating a lot of variety in terms of how the season can play out.”
The rest of the league coaches will have to guess what schemes those coaches might keep and what new tricks they’ve picked up.
“The first year, it’s very unpredictable so we can’t sit and do gameplans,” said North Carolina coach Mack Brown, whose team faces Virginia Tech, Miami and Duke in consecutive midseason weeks. “And with the transfer portal, it’s hard to even tell depth charts until we watch a couple of games.”
Of the quartet, Cristobal and Pry are returning to previous stops in hopes of restoring former glory.
Cristobal won two national championships with the Hurricanes as an offensive lineman, and later returned to Miami to work under both Butch Davis and Larry Coker.
Cristobal spent the past five seasons as head coach at Oregon, as well as a stint leading Florida International. He replaces the fired Manny Diaz as the latest coach seeking to restore the Hurricanes to the elite status of the 1980s and again at the start of the 2000s.
“The brand is a real one,” Cristobal said. “But to be a real, real one, there has to be substance. And substance meaning legitimate high-level play.”
That would be a step for a program with one 10-win season in 18 years. Quarterback Tyler Van Dyke pointed to an emphasis on discipline among Cristobal’s changes to get there.
“We had a good team aspect and all that,” Van Dyke said. “But I don’t think we really had that mentality and discipline — people missing class, not doing the right things on and off the field. Now Coach Cristobal really emphasizes that because how you do anything is how you do everything.”
Pry spent three seasons as a graduate assistant under Frank Beamer in the late 1990s. The former Penn State defensive coordinator is trying to recharge a program that has gone from regular 10-win seasons under Beamer to league also-ran under Justin Fuente.
“You can go out and be a great ambassador and talk about all the things you want for your program,” said Pry, whose suit included old-school Hokies logos printed all over the jacket liner. “But the work has to be put in. We’re still trying to evaluate exactly where we’re at as a team.”
Elko and Elliott have their own ACC ties, though at other schools. Elko previously worked as a defensive coordinator at Wake Forest under current coach Dave Clawson before stops at Notre Dame and Texas A&M, while Elliott coached under current Clemson coach Dabo Swinney the past 11 seasons — including two national-title runs.
Their challenges differ. Elliott — who considered taking the Duke job before opting to replace Bronco Mendenhall after his surprise resignation — is leading a program that has four straight seasons of .500 records or better. But Elko faces a full rebuild with the Blue Devils after David Cutcliffe's 14-year run fizzled in the past two seasons.
That's a lot of change for one league, let alone a division that had recently had seven different winners in as many seasons. Fittingly, it comes as the league plays a final season with its two-division format before eliminating it in 2023.
That means this quartet could help deliver one last bit of so-called “Coastal Chaos.”
“For sure that,” Elko said, “and we might go out with a bang this year.”
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PORTLAND, Ore., April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- University of Western States (UWS) and The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) are pleased to announce their joint collaboration to integrate the functional medicine curriculum into the UWS doctor of naturopathic medicine (NMD) degree program, enrolling its first class in fall term 2023.
"This collaboration with The Institute of Functional Medicine benefits our doctor of naturopathic medicine students and the patients they serve with an organizational structure designed to address the complex needs of people with acute and chronic health dysfunction," said Dr. Marcia Prenguber, dean of the naturopathic medicine program. "With this integration of curriculum, UWS doctor of naturopathic medicine (NMD) graduates complete the requirements to qualify for jurisdictional licensing and complete the IFM training requirements to qualify for the IFM certification examination."
Naturopathic medicine and functional medicine are evidence-informed, patient-centered approaches to achieving and maintaining optimal health and well-being by addressing the root cause of dysfunction, not simply suppressing symptoms. Functional medicine's focus on understanding each patient's genetic, environmental, and lifestyle influences complements naturopathic medicine and integrates its full scope of assessments and treatment modalities.
The UWS mission is to advance the science and art of integrated health care through excellence in education and patient care. This collaboration with the Institute for Functional Medicine aligns with the university's mission and prepares healthcare professionals to address individual patient concerns.
"Functional medicine and naturopathic medicine share a common focus on patient-centered care," said Amy R. Mack, MSES/MPA, IFM chief executive officer. "IFM is honored to support the naturopathic medical students of UWS through the integration of functional medicine curriculum, faculty training, and scholarship to ensure confident and successful practitioners of naturopathic medicine."
"UWS is proud to extend its long-standing partnership with IFM to include the doctor of naturopathic medicine degree program. By embracing a whole-person approach to optimizing health and well-being, UWS graduates bring unique competencies to the field of modern health care," said President Dr. Joseph Brimhall.
Program Overview
The UWS NMD curriculum is a 14-quarter doctoral degree program taught year-round. Students complete the program in 42 months (three and a half calendar years). UWS delivers the NMD program at its vibrant, state-of-the-art campus in Northeast Portland. The curriculum includes anatomical sciences, physiology, pathology, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, physical medicine, and pharmacology to provide graduates with a broad array of modalities and procedures for the clinical care of patients. Clinical competencies are assessed through various evaluations, including standardized patient experiences and are applied in clinical practice through various patient care settings.
WHY UWS?
- Graduates qualify for jurisdictional licensing in naturopathic medicine.
- Graduates qualify for IFM certification.
- Program is financial aid eligible to qualified applicants.
- Students receive hands-on experience and training in the UWS Connected Whole Health clinic system.
- Standardized patient experiences provide firsthand opportunities for students to learn and assess their clinical skills and competencies.
For more information, visit www.uws.edu.
About The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)
As the leading voice for functional medicine for more than 30 years, IFM is advancing the transformation of healthcare for patients and practitioners worldwide. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, IFM supports the confident and competent practice of functional medicine through high-quality education and certification programs; partnerships across medical disciplines; and advocating on behalf of functional medicine clinicians and patients across the globe. IFM is the only organization providing functional medicine education and certification programs that is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). For more information, please visit IFM.org.
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Wildfires burn across Texas as high temperatures continue
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - As things continue to heat up across not only the state but the nation, Texas A&M Forest Service Associate Director and Fire Chief Wes Morehead says it is important to remember the climate we are in.
“It’s been hot and dry. That’s not unusual for Texas. It’s summer in Texas, July in Texas. But this year we’ve we’ve had what we like to call a flash drought,” said Morehead. “So we’ve had about six weeks without rain without precipitation. And what that’s done is really dry out our water and fuels. And when I say fuels, our wildfire fuels just talking vegetation so if your grass is like mine in the house, it’s brown. It’s dried out and that’s really receptive to wildfire. See the same thing in brush in our trees right now.”
Fires are popping up closer to home, with known fires north of the Brazos Valley and across the state.
“This year actually started out kind of slow as far as wildfires were concerned, we had a fairly wet spring. We grew a lot of green grass and they kind of inhibited wildfire grows. But over the last six weeks, with the drying conditions we’ve seen, we’ve seen wildfires really spark across the state border to border. At this point, we’re seeing a lot of drought. And so there’s really no portion of the state that’s not affected and not seeing wildfires,” Morehead said.
With temperatures not decreasing any time soon, and rain far on the horizon, Morehead expects these fires to continue burning.
The Texas A&M Forest Service has been on the frontlines of these fires since the beginning.
“The Texas A&M Forest Service is called in to augment their response efforts, so we’ll bring firefighters, qualified wildland firefighters, as well as heavy equipment in the form of dozers and motor graders. As well as aircraft, helicopters, and fixed wing air tankers to help augment that local capacity to get the wildfire out.”
Wildfires, more often than not, are caused by people, according to Morehead.
“Nine out of 10 wildfires in the state of Texas are human caused. So, 90% of the wildfires that we see are us doing something normal day-to-day activities that initiate a spark, create a heat source, and start a wildfire. So it’s just us being cognizant of our daily activities. Make sure before you burn brush, before you burn debris, you check with local officials, with the county, to make sure there’s no burn ban in place. If there’s a burn ban in place, don’t do any outside burning. Also, be cognizant of simple things like driving over dead grass, or parking on dead grass. Undercarriages, the cars exhaust system, underneath cars is extremely hot, and if you park or drive over dead grass, it can actually ignite that grass.”
Currently, Brazos County is under a burn ban. It joins 15 other Brazos Valley counties in burn bans.
“We brought in additional resources to augment our normal staffing and we’ve got them pre positioned throughout the state. So we don’t see any precipitation unfortunately in the next two to three weeks, and so we’ve stood up resources accordingly and are ready to respond as we see ignitions on the landscape.”
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OSTERSUND, Sweden, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marsblade, a global manufacturer and supplier of the revolutionary Marsblade I2 Blade Holder, Marsblade Rollers, and developers of Flow Motion Technology, announced today that they have secured additional funding from a consortium of new and current shareholders. Amongst them Geltis AB and a group of NHL players, including Auston Matthews, Mikael Backlund, Shane Wright, Nicklas Backstrom, Henrik Zetterberg, and Niklas Kronwall.
The funding round of 10.7 MSEK (ca. $1 MUSD) was completed to further promote the I2 Blade Holder, following the incredible user feedback from professional players, skating coaches and top officials. The funds will also go to further strengthen the company's strong global position in the roller segments. The off-ice training roller is considered the best off-ice skating product on the market and is currently used by over 300 NHL players.
The I2 Blade Holder is currently represented in all major hockey leagues in the world (NHL, AHL, OHL, WHL, SHL, DEL) and used by players such as Brandon Carlo (Boston), Mikael Backlund (Calgary), Gustav Nyquist (Columbus), Alexander Edler (Los Angeles), Kevin Stenlund (Winnipeg), Gustav Lindstrom (Detroit), Anton Stralman (Boston), Robert Hagg (Detroit) and Andreas Thuresson (leading scorer in the German top league - DEL).
"We want to continue our growth path and seed the market with more Marsblade I2 products, increase awareness of all the unique benefits that our patented Flow Motion Technology provides to today's hockey players," said Per Mars, Founder and Inventor, Marsblade. "The tremendous feedback we have on all levels supports the research that the I2 Blade Holder can become the new standard in hockey, revolutionizing the way hockey players skate."
About Marsblade
Marsblade was founded in 2011, with a clear vision to provide innovative products and technology that will inspire people to join the game we love, while supporting all hockey players from the NHL to young children. In the mid 00's, the former professional hockey player and founder of Marsblade, Per Mårs, got the idea to create a training tool that would improve his training off the ice. The idea, sketched on a napkin, was later developed into the patented Flow Motion Technology (FMT). It became the foundation for the Marsblade brand, and the core of our innovative, technologically advanced products. Marsblade is a global brand with offices in Sweden, the United States, and in global markets.
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NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Azure Power Global Limited ("Azure" or the "Company") (NYSE: AZRE). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Azure and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On August 29, 2022, Azure issued a press release disclosing, among other items, that "[t]he Company received a whistleblower complaint in May 2022 alleging potential procedural irregularities and misconduct by certain employees at a plant belonging to one of its subsidiaries." Azure further reported that "[a]s part of the Company's review of these allegations, it discovered deviations from safety and quality norms, and it has implemented mechanisms to remediate them and in so doing strengthen safety and quality protocols. Azure's Audit Committee, with the assistance of legal counsel and forensic accounting support, also identified evidence of manipulation of project data and information by certain employees. The Company is implementing immediate remedial measures, and Azure is initiating disclosure of the findings to the appropriate authorities." On this news, Azure's stock price fell $4.61 per share or 44.07% percent, to close at $5.85 per share on August 29, 2022.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com
CONTACT:
Robert S. Willoughby
Pomerantz LLP
rswilloughby@pomlaw.com
888-476-6529 ext. 7980
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