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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — A man crashed into a home, started a fire and began shooting at officers in Willcox, according to Cochise County Sheriff's Office (CCSO).
Deputies say the incident happened near Fort Grant and High Desert Roads as the suspect failed to yield to police and fired at officers.
Law enforcement is looking for the suspect who fled on foot.
This article will be updated as more information is released.
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The legacy of the settlement of Blackdom, New Mexico
The legacy of the settlement of Blackdom, New Mexico
CAUSE A CHAOTIC SITUATION AT THE SOUTHERN BORDER. THE FIRST AFRICAN-AMERICAN SETTLED IN NEW MEXICO MORE THAN 100 YEARS AGO. THAT WAS IN A TOWN CALLED BLACK ADAM BETWEEN ROSWELL AND CARLSBAD. AND ALTHOUGH THE TOWN IS NO MORE, ITS LEGACY LIVES ON. IT IS QUITE DRY AND FLAT. AND THERE’S A LARGE MESA, A VERY DRY, DESERTED LAND THAT MANY WOULD DRIVE PAST OR LOOK OVER TODAY. BUT TO SEVERAL AFRICAN-AMERICANS IN THE EARLY 1900S, LIVING ON THIS LAND WAS A DREAM COME TRUE. AND IT WAS SOMETHING THAT WAS A DREAM IN A WORLD WHERE THEY WERE, YOU KNOW, AT THE RISK OF BEING LYNCHED IN ALMOST ANY COUNTY. IN A TIME OF A SEGREGATED SOUTH, MANY BLACK PEOPLE MOVED WEST. FRANK BOYER WAS ONE OF THEM. HE MOVED FROM GEORGIA TO NEW MEXICO, FOUNDING A NEW COMMUNITY. HE ALWAYS HAD THIS VISION OF MOVING BACK TO THE RIVER, WHICH HAD NATURAL BLACK AND WAS LOCATED OFF AND SETTLING THERE. SO THEY CALL HIM THE BLACK MOSES BECAUSE HE WAS ADVERTISING THE WHOLE CONCEPT OF THE PROBLEM. A NEW PROBLEM OF LAND. EVERYBODY HEARD OF BLACK NOW? NATE’S BOYER IS FRANK’S GREAT, GREAT GRANDSON, AND HE SAYS, JUST LIKE THAT, FRANK ADVERTISED THIS PROMISED LAND, AND FAMILIES CAME FLOCKING IN BLACK TO HIM. HAD, YOU KNOW, A WHOLE SYSTEM WHERE THEY WERE ABLE TO GENERATE WEALTH REALLY RAPIDLY. LIKE MOST OF THE FOUNDATION FREEDOM TOWNS WITHIN THE UNITED STATES. IN THAT TIME, THEY WERE CONTAINING THEIR WEALTH. THEY WERE DOUBLING IT TOGETHER. THEY ARE WORKING TOGETHER TO BUILD EACH OTHER’S HOMES. YOU KNOW, TO PUT IN A POST OFFICES AND, YOU KNOW, THEY HAD A BASEBALL TEAM IN BLACK, THEN THEY HAD AN OIL COMPANY. RECORDS SHOW THE COMMUNITY GREW TO AROUND 150 PEOPLE. THEY ESTABLISHED A SCHOOL INSIDE A CHURCH. THE BUILDING STILL STANDS. BUT THE GOOD TIMES DIDN’T LAST LONG. I THINK IT WAS DEFINITELY DIFFICULT TO TO MAKE TO TO MAKE IT WORK IN THAT DRY, ARID LAND AROUND 1920, A SEVERE DROUGHT MADE FARMING AND LIVING DIFFICULT. THEY COULDN’T. THEY COULDN’T SURVIVE THE DROUGHT. SO THEY HAD TO MOVE ON. BUT ITS LEGACY LIVES ON THROUGH DESCENDANTS OF THE ORIGINAL SETTLERS LIKE FRANK BOYER. JUST THE WRECKING MISSION OF BLACK PEOPLE. AND IT WAS BECAUSE OF HIM. HE OPENED FOR A LOT OF DOORS. EVEN TODAY, PEOPLE WILL SAY, ARE YOU? THE MORE YOU ARE RELATED TO THE BOY YOU BORROWED AT YOU SUBURBAN BLACK THEM. FRANK BOYER’S DREAM CON
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The legacy of the settlement of Blackdom, New Mexico
Twenty miles south of Roswell, you'll find a ghost town that's very important in our state's history. The community of Blackdom was settled by homesteaders fleeing from Jim Crow Laws and threats from the Klu Klux Klan. It became the first African American community in the state and the population rose to 300 in 1908. Black History MonthNew Mexican shares the life of a Tuskegee AirmanMeet New Mexico's youngest African American Pilot The first African American in New MexicoA drought in the 1910s forced settlers to abandon the town by 1920. Despite abandoning the town, many descendants from the community of Blackdom still live across our state. Watch the video above for more on the historic settlement.
Twenty miles south of Roswell, you'll find a ghost town that's very important in our state's history.
The community of Blackdom was settled by homesteaders fleeing from Jim Crow Laws and threats from the Klu Klux Klan. It became the first African American community in the state and the population rose to 300 in 1908.
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A drought in the 1910s forced settlers to abandon the town by 1920. Despite abandoning the town, many descendants from the community of Blackdom still live across our state.
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Ophthalmology visionary Mark S. Blumenkranz, MD, MMS, to join RD Fund's Board.
RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the RD Fund (Retinal Degeneration Fund), the venture arm of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, aimed at rapidly driving research toward preventions, treatments, and cures for retinal degenerative diseases, is proud to announce the appointment of Mark S. Blumenkranz, MD, MMS, to the RD Fund Board of Directors. Founding Board Member, Eugene de Juan, MD, has cycled off the RD Fund Board following four years of service.
"Dr. Blumenkranz is an academic, clinical, and entrepreneurial leader in the field of retinal disease," said Adrienne Graves, PhD, Chair, RD Fund. "I've had the privilege of knowing and collaborating with Mark over many years, witnessing his incredible curiosity, work ethic, and depth of influence firsthand. On behalf of the entire board, I am proud to officially welcome Dr. Blumenkranz, whose presence will undoubtedly enrich our organization and advance our mission. At the same time, we offer our sincerest thanks and deepest gratitude to Dr. de Juan, whose years of service were instrumental to our growth, evolution, and success."
Mark S. Blumenkranz, MD, MMS, is HJ Smead Professor Emeritus in the Department of Ophthalmology at Stanford University. Dr. Blumenkranz is also the Managing Director of Lagunita Biosciences, an early-stage healthcare incubator. He has a long-standing interest in the areas of: university/industry technology transfer as well as ophthalmic laser delivery systems, ocular pharmacology, gene therapy, and health information technology. He is the recipient of multiple distinguished awards in the field, including the AAO and AJO's Edward Jackson Award Lecture and, most recently, Stanford's Albion Walter Hewlett Award, and is the author of more than 160 scientific papers and multiple patents in the field. He served as the Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at Stanford from 1997 until 2015 and played a leading role in the planning, fundraising, and construction of the Byers Eye Institute there.
"I am honored to accept the role of board member with the RD Fund, an organization whose work cannot be overstated," said Mark S. Blumenkranz, MD, MMS. "The advancement of retinal care requires a coherent vision, dedicated will, and carefully galvanized resources — key elements that the RD Fund works tirelessly to provide. I look forward to stepping into this new role and working alongside some of the most talented, capable, and caring leaders in ophthalmology."
About the RD Fund
The RD Fund (Retinal Degeneration Fund) is the venture arm of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, and a leading investor in the retinal disease space. It was established in 2018 to serve the Foundation's mission to rapidly drive research toward preventions, treatments, and cures for blinding retinal diseases including: retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, and Usher syndrome. The RD Fund focuses on mission-related investments in companies with projects nearing clinical testing. Visit RDFund.org for more information.
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Train derails in southwest Wisconsin
(ABC 6 News) – Authorities responded to a train derailment along the Wisconsin side of the Mississippi River between De Soto and Ferryville in Crawford County early Thursday afternoon.
According to the De Soto Village President Joel Greiner, it was a Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) train that derailed shortly after 1:00 p.m. Hazmat teams responded, but there was not a call to evacuate.
Greiner said that it was the middle section of the train that derailed and that some containers were in the river. The Vernon County Sheriff’s Department said EMS had been dispatched to the scene. According to ABC affiliate WXOW-TV in La Crosse, Tri-State Ambulance treated four people at the scene. They suffered non-life-threatening injuries and left the scene by ground.
Authorities have closed Highway 35 from Route 82, the village’s main street, down to around Ferryville.
Greiner said that Crawford County Sheriff, Vernon County Sheriff, the local fire department and Emergency Services of Vernon County responded. | https://www.kaaltv.com/news/train-derails-in-southwest-wisconsin/ | 2023-04-27 19:57:10 | 1 | https://www.kaaltv.com/news/train-derails-in-southwest-wisconsin/ |
An astounding number of species populate the wild buckwheat genus Eriogonum — over 250, according to the Cal Flora website. And, due to their propensity to hybridize, active speciation continues as we speak. There are species for almost every letter of the alphabet, from A (E. abertianum) to Z (E. zionis).
This article will discuss characteristics common to all of the wild buckwheats, and then focus on a landscape beauty, E. giganteum, known familiarly as St. Catherine’s Lace or giant buckwheat.
But first, let’s address a common question: do the wild buckwheats native to North America supply the gluten-free buckwheat flour used in pancakes and other baked goods? The answer is no. Although young stems and leaves from our wild buckwheats were eaten by Native Americans, the buckwheat flour we bake with today is a product of the cultivated European common buckwheat, Fagopyrum esculentum. Both genera are in the same family, Polygonaceae.
To further complicate matters, another plant in that family, Fallopia convolvulus or black-bindweed, is also called wild buckwheat. This is where taxonomic nomenclature is so very helpful in plant identification, if not always user friendly.
And the last bit of fun with words involves etymology. The Latin genus name Eriogonum was bestowed by French botanist and explorer André Michaux, who traveled to the United States in 1785 to find plants that could be taken back to France for use in carpentry, medicine and agriculture. During his botanical explorations in the Southeastern U.S., he came upon a wooly plant with sharply bent stems and christened it Eriogonum tomentosum (common name dogtongue wild buckwheat). Eriogonum translates from the Greek as “wooly knees” (erion equals wool and gona equals knee or joint); tomentosum translates from the Latin as densely matted or hairy, a descriptor originally used for plants that were used to stuff mattresses or pillows.
Wild buckwheats have mastered the art of thriving in the multiple challenging environments found in California. In a 2013 article for Pacific Horticulture, local garden guru Jennifer Jewell notes that these hardy dryland natives “thrive in exposed locations on slim soils” and “are at their best in lean, well-draining soil and full sun.” She quotes international buckwheat expert James Reveal, who marvels at this plant’s ability to inhabit any ecological habitat, from “the seashore to the highest mountains in the United States.” He adds that, “They are among the last plants seen atop the Sierra Nevada and on the ‘outskirts’ of Badwater in Death Valley.”
Not content to just colonize tough niches in our state, wild buckwheats provide crucial late summer food for pollinators. They continue to flower after other natives have become dormant to protect themselves from drought and heat. Jewell observes that buckwheats “reliably attract a whole symphony of pollinators including native bees, wasps, flies, butterflies, beetles and birds.”
Species focus
St. Catherine’s lace (Eriogonum giganteum) is one of the many buckwheat species that provide food to a wide variety of pollinators; it is also a beautiful landscape plant, especially for larger spaces. Its species name, giganteum, reveals its claim to fame; this is the largest of all the wild buckwheats, with the ability to grow up to ten feet high and wide. It prefers fast-draining rocky soil but will tolerate heavier clay soils if seldom watered and can also handle alkaline conditions. Although this species is native to California’s Channel Islands, it easily adapts to summer temperatures in the Valley, and will withstand winter lows of 15 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit.
Depending on conditions, St. Catherine’s lace can flower from May through August (one source claims it can bloom until December). The bloom consists of large, dense, flat clusters made up of many small white or pinkish flowers which turn reddish-brown later in the season.
The abundant flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including native bees, pollinator flies, wasps and several species of butterflies. St. Catherine’s lace is what is known as a “honey plant” which means that honeybees collect its nectar for making honey. Finches and other migratory birds feast on its seeds in the fall. And large mature plants offer sheltering habitat to birds and lizards.
The leathery, woolly, oval-shaped leaves are large relative to other wild buckwheat species and range from a grayish green to silver. Occasional summer water will keep this buckwheat evergreen, but in the wild, plants will drop a portion of their leaves as a drought survival strategy.
Endemic to the Channel Islands of Southern California, St. Catherine’s Lace naturally populates coastal sage and chaparral ecoregions. Three distinct species have developed on three of the eight Channel Islands: Santa Barbara Island buckwheat (var. compactum); San Clemente Island buckwheat (var. formosum); and Santa Catalina Island buckwheat (var. giganteum).
As an ornamental landscape plant, it is at its best in native plant, drought tolerant, and wildlife gardens, and when a natural garden design is desired. Its size, form, and texture make it a good choice for background planting, or to fill and soften a bare corner in the yard. The UC Davis Arboretum classifies E. giganteum as one of its “All-Stars” a testament to this plant’s aesthetic value and endurance in our hot, dry landscape, and its service to native pollinators and other wildlife.
Each of the 256 species in the genus Eriogonum offers its own version of habitat value and native beauty. Visit the Cal Flora website at www.calflora.org to view detailed photos of
each of the wild buckwheats and decide which is your favorite.
For more information:
Jennifer Jewell, “Beneficial Buckwheats,” Pacific Horticulture Newsletter, April 2013: https://www.pacifichorticulture.org/articles/beneficial-buckwheats/
Mother Nature’s Backyard blog: http://mother-natures-backyard.blogspot.com/2013/08/plant-of-month-august-st-catherines.html
Cal Flora Species List: https://www.calflora.org/cgi-bin/specieslist.cgi?where-genus=Eriogonum
The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our community in a variety of ways, including 4-H, farm advisers, and nutrition and physical activity programs. To learn more about UCCE Butte County Master Gardeners, and for help with gardening in our area, visit https://ucanr.edu/sites/bcmg/. If you have a gardening question or problem, call the hotline at 538-7201 or email mgbutte@ucanr.edu. | https://www.chicoer.com/2022/07/29/the-giant-wild-buckwheat-of-california-the-real-dirt-2/ | 2022-07-29 11:01:27 | 0 | https://www.chicoer.com/2022/07/29/the-giant-wild-buckwheat-of-california-the-real-dirt-2/ |
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – We are moving into the part of summer when we get to look up into the sky each night and try to catch a few shooting stars, or meteors, as the Perseid meteor shower gets underway.
This meteor shower is one of the most popular showers of the year, and it will last for around a month and a half. It can produce quite a show when it peaks in August, if conditions are right.
The Perseid meteor shower results from the Earth passing through a trail of dust, ice, rock and organic material that was left behind and in the tail of the comet Swift-Tuttle.
The comet orbits the sun and leaves a tail of debris. The Earth orbits into the tail each year, creating the meteor shower we get to enjoy every summer. The debris burns as it enters the Earth’s atmosphere, creating the great Perseid meteor shower.
The Swift-Tuttle comet only passes by Earth every 133 years. It will be a long time before it passes again, as it made its last pass in 1992.
When to see Perseid Meteor Shower
The shower starts July 14 and ends September 1, and will peak between August 11 and 13.
The best time to see them is early in the morning.
Why the Moon will limit this Year’s Shower
The moonlight plays a big role in seeing the Perseid shower.
If there is not a bright moon, the shower can produce between 150 to 200 meteors per hour. When the moon is bright and full, the number of meteors is much lower, and a normal year produces around 100 meteors per hour at peak.
Unfortunately, this year’s full moon will be close to the peak of the shower on August 11, which will limit the spectacular show that the shower could provide. A rate of 50 to 75 meteors per hour may be visible if conditions are right during the peak.
We will still have plenty of chances to catch the shower through the month and a half that we make our journey through the trail of dust from the comet Swift-Tuttle. | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/one-of-the-most-popular-meteor-showers-is-underway-how-to-see-it/ | 2022-07-18 01:26:43 | 0 | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/national-news/one-of-the-most-popular-meteor-showers-is-underway-how-to-see-it/ |
By ELAINE KURTENBACH
AP Business Writer
BANGKOK (AP) — Financial leaders of the Group of 20 richest and biggest economies agreed at meetings on the Indonesian resort island of Bali this week on the need to jointly tackle global ills such as inflation and food crises, but failed to bridge differences over the war in Ukraine.
As G-20 host this year, Indonesia has sought to bridge divisions between G-20 members over Russia’s invasion, but enmity over the conflict was evident even as the finance ministers and central bank chiefs concurred on other global challenges that have been worsened by the war.
All involved agreed the meeting took place “under a very challenging and difficult situation because of the geopolitical tensions,” Indonesian Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati said Saturday.
She said delegates had “expressed sympathy that Indonesia has to manage this situation.”
Indrawati and Indonesian central bank Gov. Perry Warjiyo said Indonesia would later release a G-20 chair’s statement that would include two paragraphs describing areas where the participants failed to agree.
There were still issues that could not be reconciled, “because they want to express their views related to the war,” Indrawati said. In the statement “related to the war there are still views that are different within the G-20,” she said.
Indrawati outlined a range of areas where the members did agree, including the need to improve food security, to support the creation of a funding mechanism for pandemic preparedness, prevention and responses, on working toward a global tax agreement and on facilitating financing of transitions toward cleaner energy to cope with climate change.
“The progress is more than expected,” Warjiyo said.
With inflation running at four-decade highs — U.S. consumer prices were up 9.1% in June — Warjiyo said participants were “strongly committed to achieving price stability.”
“There is a commitment among the G-20 to well calibrated macro economic policy to address inflation and slowing growth,” he said.
The meetings in Bali follow a gathering of G-20 foreign ministers earlier this month that also failed to find common ground over Russia’s war in Ukraine and its global impacts.
During the talks that began Friday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen condemned Moscow for “innocent lives lost and the ongoing human and economic toll that the war is causing around the world.”
“Russia is solely responsible for negative spillovers to the global economy, particularly higher commodity prices,” she said.
Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland likened the attendance of Russian officials at the meetings to having “an arsonist joining firefighters.” War is waged by economic technocrats, as well as generals, she said in a post on Twitter.
Russian officials reportedly blamed Western sanctions over the war for worsening inflation and food crises.
Indrawati said the closed-door G-20 talks did not include discussion of proposals for a price cap on Russian oil — one of Yellen’s key objectives as the U.S. and allies seek to curb Moscow’s ability to finance its war.
Such discussions would have occurred on the sidelines of the meeting, she said.
The Bali talks saw more progress than an earlier G-20 finance meeting in Washington in April, when officials from the U.S., Britain, France, Canada and Ukraine walked out to protest the attendance of Russian envoys. That meeting also ended without the release of a joint statement.
Caught in the middle as host, Indonesia has urged officials from all sides to overcome mistrust for the sake of a planet confronting multiple challenges.
“The world needs even more and more collaboration. no matter what country … they cannot solve this problem alone. food security, energy, climate change, pandemic … all are interconnected,” Indrawati said.
“We all agreed we need to continue the spirit of collaboration and multilateralism,” she said.
The meetings also addressed the problem of mounting debts in countries like Zambia, Myanmar and Sri Lanka.
While the G-20 is “not a creditor forum, there is a recognition that there is growing debt,” Indrawati said.
The talks centered on a framework to enable creditor and debtor nations to work out solutions to help countries in need.
“When a country has a debt that is unsustainable they have to communicate with their creditors,” she said. “This mechanism needs to be more predictable. That is what we have been discussing within the G-20.”
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These days mason jars are used for much more than canning. It’s not uncommon to see them being used as drinking glasses, for craft projects, or even just as decorations. But the idea of using mason jars to keep berries fresh for longer was new to me.
The flimsy plastic containers you typically purchase berries in may not the best way to store fruit, and mason jars may prove to be a superior alternative.
The lifestyle page, ‘Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons’ shared a commenter’s hack that involved storing fruit in mason jars in her fridge, which she said “it keeps the fruit fresh foreverrrrr.”
Gardening with Creations by DX and Co tested out this hack as well. She found that storing fruit in a mason jar seemed to keep raspberries fresh the longest but also pointed out that storing the berries on her top fridge shelf seemed to make a big impact, too. When storing her berries in the bottom drawers, they went bad faster.
I decided to try storing berries in mason jars (versus in the original container) myself. I bought blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries. I then rinsed them and put a comparable amount of the first three berries in a mason jar, and in a plastic “berry keeper” box I already had. I also kept some of the berries in the original plastic container they came in. I split the strawberries between the original store container and a mason jar. I stored all of these on the top shelf of my fridge and checked on them after three days, and then five days and seven days.
The below photo shows the berries on Day 1:
I should note that when I did this “experiment” it was February, which is not the best season to get fresh local berries in most of the country. Here in Hawaii, almost all berries are imported, so they don’t start off super fresh at any time of the year.
After three days, I could tell the strawberries in their original plastic container were starting to get soft and a few had squishy brown spots. The berries in the mason jar were doing better, with a little softening but not as much as those in the original container, and there were no brown spots.
These are the strawberries in plastic container from store on Day 1 and Day 3:
Here are the mason jar strawberries at Day 1 and 3:
By Day 5, both sets of strawberries were showing serious wear and tear. The mason jar strawberries were slightly better, but both were moldy and browning.
These are the plastic container strawberries and mason jar strawberries (bottom) on Day 5:
The berry trios I had in the original container, mason jar, and berry keeper container seemed to be progressing at pretty much the same rate each time I checked them. And they would stay at a comparable decomposition rate for the entire week.
Here are the berries after several days of storage:
Maybe the berry keeper container slowed the decomposition a bit, and maybe the mason jar helped a bit, too, but the difference wasn’t that noticeable for either.
It seems that the best way to keep berries fresh the longest is still to soak them in a vinegar wash to get rid of bacteria before you store them. But this can be hard to do consistently if you’re pressed for time or have kids who want to grab fruit as soon as it gets back from the store.
Some argue that you shouldn’t rinse your fruit until just before eating as it can absorb water from rinsing and go bad faster. This may be true, but my kids will grab any fruit from the fridge and eat it without thinking, so I try and pre-rinse everything after coming home from the store.
Have you ever tried this mason jar fruit storage hack and noticed it kept your fruit better longer?
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PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) — Jarkel Joiner scored 20 of his 27 points after halftime and North Carolina State used a big second-half run to take control and beat Dayton 76-64 in Thursday's consolation bracket at the Battle 4 Atlantis.
Joiner thrived particularly at the foul line by making 11 of 13 free throws after halftime for the Wolfpack (5-1). Terquavion Smith added 11 points, while Jack Clark had 10 points and nine rebounds.
The Wolfpack took control with a 17-0 run after trailing 39-38, starting with Dusan Mahorcic's transition dunk. Joiner scored seven during the run, including a three-point play to cap the burst, while DJ Burns (10 points) scored twice inside.
When the run was over, N.C. State led 55-39 and had held the Flyers (3-3) scoreless for four critical minutes.
Both teams shot 49% and neither shot the ball well from behind the arc, with Dayton making just 6 of 22 3-pointers (27.3%) and N.C. State making 2 of 11 (18.2%).
It was a strong bounceback performance for Kevin Keatts' Wolfpack, which gave No. 3 Kansas fits for much of Wednesday's first-round loss. But Keatts said afterward he liked how his team handled the short turnaround with no letdown, which included scoring 22 points off 18 turnovers.
Toumani Camara scored 19 points for the Flyers, who were the preseason Atlantic 10 favorite and ranked No. 21 in the AP Top 25 before falling out this week. Dayton lost 43-42 to Wisconsin on Wednesday.
The Wolfpack advanced to Friday's fifth-place game, where N.C. State will face the Butler-BYU winner. The Flyers will face the Butler-BYU loser in the seventh-place game.
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Every year, millions of Jews mark Yom Kippur, Judaism's holiest day, fasting for 25 hours while reflecting on the past year and seeking God's forgiveness. Participants break the fast by indulging in assorted traditional and modern dishes.
NPR reached out to a handful of chefs, cooks and food fanatics from across the country to assemble a smorgasbord to break the fast after this year's Yom Kippur, which begins at sundown Tuesday and ends Wednesday evening.
Jerusalem bagels from Jamie Geller
Growing up in Philadelphia, Jamie Geller recalls breaking fast potluck style after hours of prayer at the synagogue. Family and friends indulged on a fish platter, quiches, pastas, pastries and, of course, bagels.
"It's almost sacrilegious to break that fast without bagels," Geller told NPR.
Geller, a bestselling cookbook author and business executive, says bagels are a cornerstone of any break-fast celebration. "A lightly toasted, whole wheat, everything bagel dripping with butter is one of my guilty pleasures and favorite indulgences," she said. "I'd rather this than a cake for my birthday!"
Bagels are a warm comfort food that can be schmeared with assorted toppings — butter, flavored cream cheeses, egg salads — and topped with fish, veggies and more.
Geller recommends baking Jerusalem bagels for this year's Yom Kippur. Soft to the touch and smothered in sesame seeds, these better-than-your-average bagels take about an hour-and-a-half to make.
Jake Cohen's everything bagel tomato galette
Not only is Jake Cohen a bestselling cookbook author, he's also a culinary content creator with 1.4 million followers on TikTok and another 780,000 on Instagram.
"This is what I've always wanted to do," Cohen told NPR. "I started cooking dinner parties in high school for my friends and from there started staging in restaurants and went straight to the [Culinary Institute of America] from high school for a formal training."
Cohen said bagels were a staple for breaking fast as a kid, complete with salmon lox and schmear. His go-to dish as an adult is a spinoff of his beloved bagels — an everything bagel tomato galette.
"I started making these everything bagel tomato galettes as a nod to the bagel and lox since Yom typically falls at the very end of tomato season," Cohen said. "It's got scallion and caper schmear, lox, heirloom tomatoes, and fresh herbs packed inside."
The trick to fasting, Cohen said, is to avoid cooking when you're hungry. One of the benefits of his galette is that it can be prepared ahead of time and reheated when the fast comes to an end and served up like a pizza.
Honey cake from Russ & Daughters Cafe
The Russ & Daughters Cafe in New York is a family owned business spanning four generations. Niki Russ Federman co-owns the cafe with her cousin, Josh Russ Tupper.
The cafe closes during the daytime on Yom Kippur, Federman said, but hosts a Yom Kippur break-fast with a line of people outside eager to grab a bite the moment the fast ends.
A family specialty is the honey cake, Federman said. The rich flavor and texture can be attributed to honey, molasses, brandy, coffee, orange juice and warm spices in the batter.
"It's sweet but not too sweet," Federman said. "Honey cake is also a traditional treat for Rosh Hashana, the Jewish new year. So, eating at the end of Yom Kippur reminds me that it's still a moment of new beginnings."
You can see how the family makes their honey cake on TikTok here.
Tips for easing the fasting experience
Going a whole day without consuming any food or water is no light undertaking. It's important to take the proper steps before and afterward to ensure you have a safe Yom Kippur experience.
According to Cornell University, people with health concerns or who are taking medications should consult with their health care provider ahead of time.
Before fasting, drink plenty of fluids. Additionally, be sure to eat plenty of protein and carbohydrates, but don't overeat. In the days leading up to Yom Kippur, decrease caffeine intake from coffee, tea and soda to avoid withdrawals and headaches during the fast.
When the fast is over, start by drinking fluids and then working your way up to regular foods without gorging. The Food Network recommends eating white bread or bagels to replenish carbs, followed by easy-to-digest proteins and fruits and vegetables.
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Which marble mortar and pestle is best?
You don’t have to go out to a restaurant to get the fresh, tableside guacamole that you love. With a marble mortar and pestle, this delicious snack is available anytime you want it, in the convenience of your own home. Pestles are used to press and grind herbs, spices and vegetable or fruits in a mortar — a deep bowl shaped for grinding. This ancient kitchen tool is just as useful today as it was in kitchens thousands of years ago. The best marble mortar and pestle can make kitchen tasks a breeze.
For good looks and versatility, the Mortar and Pestle Set (Double-Sided) is a good choice.
What to know before you buy a marble mortar and pestle
Size
For small-batch dips and sauces and single servings of spices, a small marble mortar and pestle will suit your needs. These smaller versions feature a mortar that is 6 inches across (and can be either shallow or deep).
For larger batches of guacamole or pesto (or for grinding large spices and herbs) a deeper, wider mortar might work better. Eight-inch mortars can handle higher volumes of herbs and spices.
You might want a larger mortar and pestle in the future, so keep that in mind when you are selecting the best marble mortar and pestle for you.
Base design
The design of the base affects how stable your mortar and pestle is. Some have wide, short bases that give the mortar weight and stability, while others are perched on three or four legs.
Marble makes both types of base substantial, but a solid base is definitely better for vigorous grinding. Some people prefer the look of a legged base for serving, but a legged base is less common in marble mortar and pestles.
Material
A marble mortar and pestle is classic, but these are available in other materials, too. Mortar and pestles can be found in a wide range of materials, including granite, wood, plastic and stainless steel.
What to look for in a quality marble mortar and pestle
An extra pestle
For the sake of convenience, an extra pestle allows you to change the grind while using the same bowl. Maybe you want to crack spices, crush garlic and mash fruit. Changing the size of the pestle can help you accomplish these actions more efficiently.
High sides
Shallow mortars are great for serving dips (easy to dip a chip into), but in terms of using your mortar and pestle to make those dips, high sides will serve you better. A deeper mortar means less chance that food will spill over the top as you cook.
Pre-seasoned
Pre-seasoning is necessary to smooth rough edges in the mortar. But some marble mortar and pestles come pre-seasoned and ready for use.
How much you can expect to spend on a marble mortar and pestle
A top-quality marble mortar and pestle can cost $50 or more. If you’re just starting out and want a more basic model, you’ll get a solid kitchen tool for right around $30.
Marble mortar and pestle FAQ
How do you season a marble mortar and pestle?
A. Seasoning a mortar and pestle before the first use is crucial. This seals the marble so that bits of food cannot get trapped.
To season, rinse and dry your mortar. Add a small handful of rice and use your pestle to grind it to a powder. Make sure that you grind up the sides, too. Dump the powder out, then repeat as necessary until the inside of the mortar is smooth. Rinse again and allow to dry. Re-season your mortar whenever you notice food stains or smells lingering.
Some marble mortar and pestles do not require seasoning before the first use. Check with the manufacturer to see if yours is pre-seasoned.
What can you make with a marble mortar and pestle?
A. A marble mortar and pestle can make everything from pesto to guacamole, but consider using it for other tasks, too. These include:
- Grinding medications (whether for people or pets, clean out completely after use)
- Grinding fresh spices for baking
- Creating fresh spice blends
- Grinding coffee
- Chopping nuts
- Making cocktail bitters
- Processing herbs for medicinal use
- Making hummus
How do you clean a marble mortar and pestle?
A. Marble is a natural stone that will, over time, absorb the flavors of the food made inside it. To avoid this, rinse your marble mortar and pestle thoroughly after each use and allow it to dry. If you notice lingering odors or food stains on either your marble mortar or pestle, re-season with dry rice as directed above.
Avoid using any type of soap in your marble mortar or pestle. Do not place it in the dishwasher.
What’s the best marble mortar and pestle to buy?
Top marble mortar and pestle
Mortar and Pestle Set (Double-Sided)
What you need to know: This mortar and pestle looks good and works even better.
What you’ll love: The highlight of this set is a double-sided pestle that can be used for different grinding. It comes with a nonskid silicone mat and a wooden spoon for serving.
What you should consider: It’s too small for a large amount of herbs.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top marble mortar and pestle for the money
What you need to know: Home cooks will get a lot of use out of this entry-level set.
What you’ll love: This comes with a nonskid silicone mat and spoon. The mortar holds 1 ½ cups of food and is made of all-natural marble.
What you should consider: This marble mortar and pestle needs to be seasoned before use.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Fox Run Large Marble Mortar and Pestle
What you need to know: This large-capacity mortar and pestle is perfect for both cooking and serving.
What you’ll love: The 8-inch marble bowl is unpolished inside for better grinding. The bowl is large, but the overall design is sleek and classic.
What you should consider: It’s heavy (8 pounds).
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors in New York do not plan to criminally charge Rudy Giuliani in connection with a probe into his interactions with Ukrainian figures, they revealed in a letter to a judge Monday in what a lawyer for Giuliani declared a “total victory.”
They said they made the decision after a review of evidence resulting from raids on his residence and law office in April 2021. Federal prosecutors were investigating whether Giuliani’s dealings with figures in Ukraine in the run-up to the 2020 election required him to register as a foreign agent.
Prosecutors said a grand jury probe that led to the issuance of warrants that resulted in the seizure of Giuliani’s electronic devices had concluded.
They said that based on information currently available, criminal charges would not be forthcoming.
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“In my business, we would call that total victory,” Giuliani’s lawyer, Robert Costello, told The Associated Press. “We appreciate what the US attorney’s has done. We only wish they had done it a lot sooner.”
Sixteen of Giuliani’s devices were seized as part of a federal investigation into his interactions with Ukrainian figures to see whether he violated a law governing lobbying on behalf of foreign countries or entities.
Giuliani is an attorney, former New York City mayor and former personal lawyer for ex-President Donald Trump. His communications with clients are generally protected by law, though there are exceptions.
Giuliani maintained throughout the probe that he had done nothing wrong. At the time of the filing by prosecutors, Giuliani was on a talk show and apparently unaware of the development.
Nicholas Biase, a spokesperson for federal prosecutors, declined to comment on the court filing.
Giuliani remains a target of a special grand jury in Atlanta investigating attempts by Trump and others to overturn the former president's 2020 election defeat in Georgia.
Giuliani testified before the grand jury in August, but he was sanguine when he returned to New York, saying he had “satisfied his obligation under the subpoena.”
The letter by prosecutors quietly ends a probe that was revealed with much fanfare in April 2021 when federal agents were seen carting off computers and cellphones in Manhattan searches.
Shortly afterward, prosecutors said the FBI had successfully downloaded 11 devices and returned them to Giuliani, but needed more time to unlock seven others.
The letter Monday was prompted in part by the need for prosecutors to tell a judge that a former federal judge who had overseen a privilege inspection of the electronic devices, to see what had to be excluded from review by criminal prosecutors, was no longer needed.
The court-appointed monitor, Barbara S. Jones, filed an initial report in January that revealed Giuliani’s lawyers had asked her to block prosecutors from seeing just three of 2,200 seized electronic files deemed relevant to the investigation.
But in the past several months, news of any further progress on the review or any other aspect of the case largely evaporated. Prosecutors in New York went silent, a signal they were unlikely to add Giuliani to the long list of Trump associates charged with a federal crime.
Giuliani, 78, has been under federal scrutiny for several years over his ties to Ukraine. He was central to Trump’s efforts to dig up dirt against Democratic rival Joe Biden and to press Ukraine for an investigation into Biden and his son, Hunter.
He also sought to undermine Marie Yovanovitch, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, who was pushed out on Trump’s orders. He also met several times with a Ukrainian lawmaker who released edited recordings of Biden in an effort to smear him before the election.
Giuliani, a former federal prosecutor and onetime presidential candidate, vehemently denied any wrongdoing. At the time of the raids, he accused the Justice Department of “running roughshod over the constitutional rights of anyone involved in, or legally defending, former President Donald J. Trump.”
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MIAMI, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. Magazine today named ClassWallet as number 779 on its Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies based in the U.S.
ClassWallet earned this recognition by achieving 916% revenue growth between 2018 and 2021 while increasing its employee headcount from 23 to 84. In Inc. 5000 subcategories, the company ranked number 74 and 39 among firms located in Florida and Miami, respectively, and 56 in the financial services sector nationwide.
Since 1982, the Inc. 500, which was expanded to the Inc. 5000 in 2007, has recognized the fastest-growing privately held companies in the United States. The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages and the ongoing impact of Covid-19.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," said Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work and rising to the challenges of today."
To keep up with its rapid-paced growth, ClassWallet recently completed a move into new office space in the same Hollywood, Florida building it has been operating from for the last five years. Unlike its previous open floor plan office space, the new facility is equipped with private offices, a space for the company's customer success team, an expanded conference room, two huddle spaces, a green room to better view and edit support videos, a kitchen and a hangout area.
"Joining the Inc. 5000 is a prestigious honor that places us with the cream of the crop of independent businesses that are rapidly ascending in their respective industries. It is our first year on the list and we hope to continue our rapid growth and remain on the list for years to come," said Jamie Rosenberg, founder and CEO, ClassWallet. "We're grateful to the members of the ClassWallet team, and our investors, for their belief in our company, hard work and support."
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
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Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
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About ClassWallet
Founded in 2014, ClassWallet (www.classwallet.com) is the leading digital wallet and automated accounts payable platform for federal, state and district education. Saving valuable time and overhead costs to track, pay and report on decentralized purchases, ClassWallet is used in 27 states and by 19 state agencies, across 6,200 schools serving 4.1 million students. ClassWallet's integrated marketplace of leading suppliers and learning curricula includes top retailers like Amazon, Office Depot, Staples, Scholastic, School Specialty, Lakeshore Learning and more. Headquartered in Miami, ClassWallet has been ranked number 779 on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. in 2022 and the 56th fastest growing financial services company in the nation.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Lexie Overstreet logged plenty of miles on foot, knocking on doors to try to persuade Kentuckians not to take away one of the last legal paths to restoring abortion rights in the state.
Now she’s hoping her side’s win at the ballot box Tuesday will convince the state’s highest court to throw out a sweeping abortion ban passed by the Republican-led legislature.
“It was great to wake up this morning and know that Kentuckians are on the same side as me,” the 21-year-old University of Louisville student and volunteer said after the election. “And know that the thousands of doors that I knocked aren’t going to be forgotten and that all those people I talked to, they cast their vote and their vote was heard.”
Whether those voices will resonate with the Kentucky Supreme Court, which is set to hear arguments for and against the ban Tuesday, hinges on legal arguments about whether state constitutional protections extend to a right to an abortion. With a hearing set for Tuesday, the case looms as the first legal test for abortion rights after midterm elections in which voters across the country came down firmly on the side of keeping abortion legal. No timeline has been given for a ruling.
In Kentucky, abortion rights supporters think the amendment’s rejection should be a consideration as the justices hear the case.
“My hope is that the Supreme Court will listen to the will of the people and know that the people have rejected extremism and rule accordingly,” Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, said in the days leading up to the pivotal court hearing.
Beshear, who is running for reelection next year, can take comfort in knowing that his position on abortion rights puts him squarely on the side of a majority of Kentuckians. But one of the GOP candidates hoping to take his job next year said the vote shouldn’t be a factor.
Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron said the result, though disappointing, didn’t change his belief that there is “no right to abortion hidden in the Kentucky Constitution.” Abortion policy, Cameron said, “belongs to our elected representatives in the General Assembly” to decide.
Right now it belongs to the courts, with attention shifting to the courtroom at the Kentucky Capitol in Frankfort, where the Supreme Court justices will hear arguments in the case.
Those arguments will center on a Louisville judge’s ruling from July, when he wrote that the state’s new, post-Roe abortion bans likely violate “the rights to privacy and self-determination” protected by Kentucky’s constitution. Judge Mitch Perry said it was not the court’s role to determine whether the state constitution contains the right to abortion, but whether the state’s restrictive laws violate freedoms guaranteed by its constitution.
It’s unclear how much impact, if any, the anti-abortion measure’s defeat will have on the court’s views on the case.
“It may well differ from justice to justice,” said University of Louisville law professor Samuel Marcosson. “Some of them may view the defeat of the initiative as a strong signal that Kentuckians believe there is and should be a right in the constitution, and this could empower those justices to rule that way. Others may say that it is at best an uncertain signal, and that it remains a task for them to determine the meaning of the constitution.”
Abortion opponents had hoped to shut off such a path through the courts. The amendment would have added “clarity and an extra level of protection against judicial activism,” said David Walls, executive director of The Family Foundation, a faith-based organization opposed to abortion.
Currently, abortions are mostly on hold in Kentucky, based on a trigger law at the center of the case before the state Supreme Court. Approved by lawmakers in 2019, the ban took effect after Roe v. Wade was overturned in June by the U.S. Supreme Court. That law ended all abortions with narrow exceptions to save a pregnant woman’s life or to prevent disabling injury. There are no exceptions for rape or incest victims. The state’s high court in August kept the ban in place while it reviews the case. A separate six-week ban that Kentucky lawmakers approved also is being challenged.
Now abortion rights supporters hope the amendment’s defeat is a springboard to victory in court.
“It is an important step in continuing the legal fight for abortion access in this state,” said Rachel Sweet of Protect Kentucky Access, an abortion-rights coalition. “Moreover, it is a repudiation of the extreme anti-choice agenda that is out of step with most voters’ values and beliefs.”
Attorneys for the two abortion clinics left in Kentucky — both of them in Louisville, the state’s largest city — will ask the state’s high court for an injunction to allow abortions to resume while the case is litigated.
Meanwhile, abortion rights supporters secured wins elsewhere across the country. Michigan, California and Vermont voted to enshrine abortion rights in their state constitutions. Voters in Montana rejected a ballot measure that would have forced medical workers to attempt lifesaving measures in the rare event of a baby born after an attempted abortion.
In Michigan, Democrats who took control of the Legislature for the first time in decades have signaled that affirming reproductive rights will be one of their top priorities in 2023.
Abortion rights supporters in Vermont are planning to ask the legislature to enact shield laws to protect Vermont providers that perform abortion services for out-of-state travelers.
In Kentucky, Cameron downplayed the anti-abortion amendment’s defeat in a post-election filing with the Supreme Court, saying the outcome “has no bearing on whether the court should create a Kentucky Roe v. Wade.”
“In short, because Kentucky voters chose to leave their Constitution as is, the constitutional text that the court must interpret to resolve this appeal is the same today as it was before” the vote, the Republican attorney general wrote.
But Overstreet, the University of Louisville student and abortion rights volunteer, said the voters’ rejection of the Kentucky amendment spoke volumes about where the people stand.
“I have family from Appalachia, and I grew up in the city,” she said. “People really underestimate Kentucky. People think that Kentucky is regressive. They think that Kentuckians don’t believe in one another. But that’s just absolutely not true. Kentuckians want abortion access. And that’s what this amendment has shown us.”
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Sapiens IDITSuite will provide a single global platform for underwriting and billing
HOLON, Israel, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sapiens International Corporation, (NASDAQ: SPNS) (TASE: SPNS), a leading global provider of software solutions for the insurance industry, today announced the deployment of its cloud-first P&C platform IDITSuite with Germany-based VEREINIGTE HAGEL, the country's leading provider of insurance to the agricultural industry.
VEREINIGTE HAGEL's current, historically grown application landscape will be replaced by the Sapiens modular and complete system that enables continuous end-to-end processing from front-end portal to back-end billing.
"We selected the Sapiens P&C platform due to the product's leading position, as well as the company's demonstrated experience in insurance and local market know-how," said Dr. Rainer Langner, VEREINIGTE HAGEL CEO. "The Sapiens solution, with its high degree of automation, enables efficient processing of VEREINIGTE HAGEL's highly seasonal business."
In addition to Germany, VEREINIGTE HAGEL operates in Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Croatia, and other countries. VEREINIGTE HAGEL chose to implement Sapiens IDITSuite in Germany and Poland initially, and expand to additional countries in the near future. The insurer is looking to modernize the entire system landscape to enable them to work completely digitally and consistently across all jurisdictions.
"Sapiens is delighted to serve as a trusted partner for VEREINIGTE HAGEL and support its dynamic business. We are fully aligned with VEREINIGTE HAGEL's vision," said Roni Al-Dor, Sapiens president and CEO. "Sapiens Core P&C platform is an award-winning platform of rich functionality and ease of use and we are happy to partner with VEREINIGTE HAGEL on their transformation journey."
Sapiens IDITSuite is a component-based, core software solution comprised of policy, billing and claims solutions. It supports end-to-end core operations and processes for short-term/non-life insurance from inception to renewal and claims.
About VEREINIGTE HAGEL
As a leading specialist insurer in the agricultural sector, VEREINIGTE HAGEL, whose roots go back to 1824, offers innovative insurance solutions for sustainable protection of agricultural businesses against yield losses caused by weather-related risks such as hail, storms, heavy rain, frost or drought. The many years of experience of the insurance association are reflected in solidarity with its members and tradition. Many companies have been working with this specialist insurer for generations. For more information visit https://vereinigte-hagel.net/de/.
About Sapiens
Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ:SPNS) (TASE: SPNS) empowers the financial sector, with a focus on insurance, to transform and become digital, innovative, and agile. Backed by more than 40 years of industry expertise, Sapiens offers a complete insurance platform, with pre-integrated, low-code solutions and a cloud-first approach that accelerates customers' digital transformation. Serving over 600 customers in 30 countries, Sapiens offers insurers across property and casualty, workers' compensation and life markets the most comprehensive set of solutions, from core to complementary, including Reinsurance, Financial & Compliance, Data & Analytics, Digital, and Decision Management. For more information visit https://sapiens.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A Missouri woman has filed a lawsuit against Walmart in federal court, alleging that the Bentonville-based retailer failed to warn about the dangers of prenatal exposure to Acetaminophen.
The suit was filed in the Western District of Missouri court by Alana Swindell on November 10.
Published scientific studies have demonstrated that prenatal exposure to Acetaminophen alters fetal development and significantly increases the risks of neurodevelopmental disorders. The more Acetaminophen the mother takes, the greater the risk. Significant prenatal exposure to Acetaminophen can cause children to be born with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). But Walmart has declined to warn pregnant women of these risks.
Alana Swindell, individually and as mother and guardian of a minor, vs. Walmart, November 10
The lawsuit alleges that Acetaminophen was “unreasonably dangerous when ingested by pregnant women” and should not have been marketed to pregnant women and that Walmart “failed to warn consumers” about the increased risk to children exposed prenatally to Acetaminophen. The filing also alleges that Walmart’s wrongdoing caused permanent injuries and significant pain and suffering.
“Defendant has concealed and failed to disclose to the public the serious risks and the potential complications associated with the product, so as to ensure continued and increased sales and profits and to the detriment of the public,” said attorney Julien Adams of Dovel & Luner.
“Plaintiffs brought this lawsuit to protect future consumers and bring justice to those who have been wronged,” he added.
The filing stated that the plaintiff “believed it was safe for her to take Acetaminophen during her pregnancy” and that she frequently took it multiple times per week to relieve her headaches. It adds that her child was diagnosed with ASD and ADHD when he was five years old.
The suit added that the boy’s mother “was unaware of the defects and dangers of the Acetaminophen products, and unaware that prenatal exposure increases the risk of brain and behavioral development of her child.”
It continued by stating that Walmart’s negligence was the cause of her son’s injuries. It also noted that the plaintiffs “have suffered permanent injuries and significant pain and suffering, emotional distress, lost wages and earning capacity, and diminished quality of life.”
The suit asked for compensatory damages, restitution, punitive damages and attorney’s fees. It also requested a jury trial.
KNWA/FOX24 asked Walmart to comment on the lawsuit and received the following response:
“Walmart does not manufacture these products. We expect suppliers to provide safe and quality products that comply with all applicable laws, including labeling requirements. We will respond in Court as appropriate.” | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/top-stories/missouri-woman-sues-walmart-for-failure-to-warn-about-dangers-of-prenatal-acetaminophen-exposure/ | 2022-11-17 20:04:23 | 1 | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/top-stories/missouri-woman-sues-walmart-for-failure-to-warn-about-dangers-of-prenatal-acetaminophen-exposure/ |
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There's nothing like the clean smell and luxurious feeling of fresh laundry after you've used fabric softener and dryer sheets. But those laundry staples could actually be hurting your clothes, your towels and your dryer.
Here's why it may be time to get rid of some of your favorite laundry products. You can also check out our other top laundry hacks, and how to do laundry so you save money on your energy bill.
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Dryer sheets can do more harm than good
Dryer sheets are woven sheets of fibers coated with stearic acid or fatty acids, combined with different scents and other chemicals. The heat from the dryer melts the stearic acid onto the clothing which makes them soft and less staticy.
Unfortunately, this film coats your entire dryer in addition to your clothing. This is particularly problematic when it comes to the dryer's lint filter. The residue from the sheets eventually builds up on the filter and makes removing lint difficult.
This can also lead to a buildup of lint on your clothing. Since no air can make it through the filter to pull the lint away from your clothes, the lint adheres to your clothing.
Here are some other problems with dryer sheets:
- Make towels less absorbent: The coating makes your towels less absorbent, so avoid using dryer sheets with any towels or rags.
- Reduce fire resistance: If you have children, avoid washing their pajamas with dryer sheets. The coating can make pajamas less fire-resistant.
- Disable wicking capabilities: Stearic acid coatings can disable the wicking capabilities of active wear and socks.
Use this homemade replacement for dryer sheets
To replace your dryer sheets, make aluminum foil balls for your dryer. You just need two or three foil balls made with 3 or 4 square feet (0.28 to 0.39 square meter) of aluminum foil each, mashed into a ball that is around 2 to 3 inches (5.0 to 7.6 centimeters) in diameter. Just toss them in the dryer with your wet clothes to fight static buildup on clothes -- no chemicals needed.
Fabric softener has fewer problems
Fabric softener is another popular laundry product that comes with its own set of problems. Since fabric softener works by depositing a layer of electrically charged chemicals on fabric, which causes the fibers to fluff up and makes the fabric feel softer, that residue can irritate sensitive skin, reduce the absorption of your towels and lessen the effectiveness of kids' flame-resistant clothing, as well as lessen workout clothes' ability to wick away moisture, according to Consumer Reports.
Here's what to use instead of fabric softener
To replace fabric softener with a homemade option that won't harm your clothes, add a quarter-cup of baking soda or a half-cup of white vinegar to the wash during the rinse cycle. Your clothes will feel softer and look brighter without any irritating chemicals.
Disclaimer: don't mix vinegar with bleach. It creates noxious fumes. Also, don't use vinegar if you have a front-loading washer, since it can corrode the door seal.
For more tips, check out how to clean your yoga mat and the right way to clean your fridge.
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NEW YORK (AP) — The alligator that was rescued from a chilly lake in New York City over the weekend had swallowed a bathtub stopper, authorities said.
The nearly 5-foot-long (1.5-meter-long) female alligator was lethargic and suffering from exposure to the cold when it was found in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Lake on Sunday, according to a spokesperson for the Bronx Zoo, where the gator is recovering.
After being spotted by a park maintenance worker Sunday morning, the alligator was pulled from the lake and taken to Animal Care Centers of New York City before it was brought to the Bronx Zoo.
Zoo officials said in a news release that the rescued alligator is too weak to eat on its own and is being tube-fed. At 15 pounds (6.8 kilos), the alligator is extremely emaciated, as an alligator of its length should weigh 30 to 35 pounds (13.6 to 15.9 kilos), they said.
X-Rays show that the alligator, estimated to be 5 to 6 years old, had ingested a 4-inch (10-centimeter) bathtub stopper, zoo officials said, noting that the animal is too weak for veterinarians to try to remove it.
It is illegal to have an alligator in New York state, but it is not uncommon for people to buy young alligators and then abandon them. A baby alligator was found in a swimming pool in suburban Bayport in 2019.
Animal Care Centers spokesperson Katy Hansen said the organization has taken in six American alligators since 2018.
Bronx Zoo Director Jim Breheny called the alligator found Sunday a sad example of the exotic pet trade. “People need to think before they acquire exotic animals,” Breheny said. “Everyone needs to know and realize that wild animals don’t make good pets.”
Breheny said leaving the alligator in a lake in Brooklyn in the wintertime “was an irresponsible act and certainly not in the animal’s best interest.” | https://www.kark.com/news/weird-news/ap-alligator-pulled-from-nyc-lake-had-swallowed-bathtub-stopper/ | 2023-02-23 21:14:49 | 1 | https://www.kark.com/news/weird-news/ap-alligator-pulled-from-nyc-lake-had-swallowed-bathtub-stopper/ |
Acquisition adds complex commercial and personal insurance expertise, continuing NFP's growth in the United Kingdom
NEW YORK and LONDON, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement plan advisor, today announced it has acquired Mason James Insurance Services Limited (doing business as Bentley Insurance Services), one of the largest brokers in Staffordshire. Bentley has provided complex commercial and personal insurance solutions since 1922. Mike Rostron, managing director at Bentley, will join NFP's commercial insurance leadership team in the UK and continue to drive company growth across Staffordshire and beyond.
"Bentley Insurance Services has a longstanding presence in Staffordshire, a great reputation, strong leadership and well-earned trust in the region, making them a perfect partner for NFP," said John Paul Allcock, UK and Ireland managing director at NFP. "We are proud to welcome Bentley, a broker that embodies our ethos, to our growing global group."
This acquisition aligns with NFP's growth strategy and brings another respected, service-orientated broker to NFP's UK operations. With this deal, NFP grows its roster of exceptionally skilled brokers, furthering its commitment to bringing bespoke risk management solutions to more businesses and individuals across the UK.
"The last two years have been particularly challenging for organisations and consumers alike, and their insurance needs have evolved," said Allcock. "This partnership allows us to offer services to businesses in the Midlands that more effectively meet the challenges our clients face today."
Bentley will maintain its local office presence in Staffordshire, and all existing Bentley customers will continue to be advised and managed by their current broker in the same way they always have. Through NFP, clients will also have full access to enhanced products and a broader range of solutions designed for their specific needs.
"We're excited to join the NFP family and collaborate with colleagues that share our commitment to providing client-centric solutions and maintaining a people-first work culture," said Rostron. "This incredible opportunity also allows us to offer our clients access to NFP's broad network of integrated insurance, benefits, wealth management and retirement solutions."
NFP is a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement plan advisor that provides solutions enabling client success through the expertise of over 7,000 global employees, investments in innovative technologies, and enduring relationships with highly rated insurers, vendors and financial institutions. NFP is the 9th best place to work for large employers in insurance, 7th largest privately-owned broker, 5th largest benefits broker by global revenue and 13th largest broker of US business (all rankings according to Business Insurance).
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Bentley Insurance Services is one of the largest independent insurance intermediaries in Staffordshire and has been dealing with personal and commercial insurances since 1922.
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HELSINKI (AP) — The deputy mayor of Finland’s capital is facing possible legal action, and calls for him to pay compensation for damages and to resign, after he was caught red-handed spray-painting graffiti in a railway tunnel last weekend.
The Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency told public broadcaster YLE on Wednesday that cleaning up graffiti illegally painted by Paavo Arhinmäki, one of the four deputy mayors of Helsinki, cost the city around 3,500 euros ($3,830).
Arhinmäki, 46, and a friend were caught by guards in a rail tunnel in eastern Helsinki on Friday just after they had completed graffiti, which Finnish street art experts said looked partly inspired by works seen in New York City in the 1970s.
Finland’s largest newspaper, Helsingin Sanomat, published a photo of the large-scale graffiti in a tweet.
In a Facebook posting on Sunday, Arhinmäki, who is known as a strong supporter of street art and as a creator of graffiti in his youth, apologized for his “stupid fooling around.” He is a former lawmaker and chairman of the Left Alliance, and served as a minister for culture and sports in 2011-2014.
Police are investigating the act as vandalism and interference with rail traffic, which had to be temporarily halted because of the incident. The rail tunnel is used by cargo trains running to and from a Helsinki port.
It wasn’t immediately clear whether Arhinmäki would face legal charges.
“I have committed a crime and bear full responsibility for it,” Arhinmäki told YLE on Monday, but has refused to resign from his post and the Helsinki City Council where his Left Alliance party is backing him.
The case has caused uproar and debate among Helsinki citizens in social media with a majority condemning — but some also fiercely supporting — the actions of the deputy mayor who is in charge of culture and leisure affairs in Helsinki, a city of 650,000 inhabitants.
The Finnish capital spends an estimated 650,000 euros ($710,000) annually to remove illegal graffiti throughout the city, and is currently seeking to establish additional sanctioned sites for street art. | https://www.wdtn.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/a-helsinki-deputy-mayor-is-under-fire-after-being-caught-red-handed-spray-painting-graffiti/ | 2023-06-29 14:10:12 | 0 | https://www.wdtn.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/a-helsinki-deputy-mayor-is-under-fire-after-being-caught-red-handed-spray-painting-graffiti/ |
BRANDON, Fla. — Mary Frances Smith is always in a good mood, on and off the tennis court.
"I like to be happy," she said, flashing a smile in between serves. "And I like to make other people happy."
Mom Audrey, watching her daughter practice with her coach, agreed.
"We can always count on her to brighten everyone's day," she said.
Mary Frances, a 33-year-old woman with Down syndrome, was just named Special Olympics Florida's Athlete of the Year, as much for her talent at tennis, swimming and bowling as for her guiding light in the community.
"Being an ambassador for Special Olympics is my calling, and I love it," she said during her acceptance speech.
She then blew a kiss to the crowd. Because, of course, she did!
Mary Frances, who's been involved with Special Olympics for more than 20 years, has modeled on runways and performed the national anthem. This is a young lady that loves the limelight.
But she's also serious about community outreach, feeding the homeless and more. | https://www.abcactionnews.com/about-us/community-affairs/positively-tampa-bay/brandons-mary-frances-smith-is-special-olympics-floridas-athlete-of-the-year | 2022-10-27 09:30:06 | 1 | https://www.abcactionnews.com/about-us/community-affairs/positively-tampa-bay/brandons-mary-frances-smith-is-special-olympics-floridas-athlete-of-the-year |
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden starts the first visit to the Middle East of his presidency with a monumental task: assuring uneasy Israeli and Saudi Arabian officials that he is committed to preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power.
Biden begins the visit Wednesday with a three-day stop in Israel, where officials say Iran’s quickly evolving nuclear program is at the top of their agenda for talks with the U.S. president. Biden made reviving the Iran nuclear deal, brokered by Barack Obama in 2015 and abandoned by Donald Trump in 2018, a key priority as he entered office.
But indirect talks for the U.S. to reenter the deal have stalled as Iran has made rapid gains in developing its nuclear program. That's left the Biden administration increasingly pessimistic about resurrecting the deal, which placed significant restrictions on Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
Shortly after his arrival in Israel on Wednesday, Biden is expected to get a briefing on the country’s new “Iron Beam” missile defense system and visit the Yad Vashem, a memorial to Holocaust victims. Besides meetings with Israeli and Palestinian officials, he’s slated to receive Israel’s Presidential Medal of Honor and visit with U.S. athletes taking part in the Maccabiah Games, which involve thousands of Jewish and Israeli athletes from around the globe.
Biden, in a Washington Post op-ed published Saturday, laced into Trump for quitting the nuclear deal that Britain, France, Germany, Russia, China and the European Union also signed onto. But Biden also suggested that he's still holding onto at least a sliver of hope that the Iranians will come back into compliance.
“My administration will continue to increase diplomatic and economic pressure until Iran is ready to return to compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal, as I remain prepared to do,” he wrote.
Israeli officials, who briefed reporters ahead of Biden's departure from Washington on Tuesday, said the U.S. and Israel would issue a broad-ranging “Jerusalem Declaration” that will take a tough stance on Iran’s nuclear program.
The declaration commits both countries to use “all elements of their national power against the Iranian nuclear threat,” according to an Israeli official who spoke on the condition of anonymity to preview the statement.
The official said the Israelis would stress to Biden their view that Iran has calculated "time is on their side” and is loath to give any concessions. The Biden administration's last round of indirect negotiations with Iran in Doha, Qatar, late last month ended without success.
Separately, Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid issued a joint statement on Wednesday announcing the two nations were launching a new strategic high-level dialogue on technology. The partnership is to focus on the use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and other tech-based solutions, to take on global challenges such as pandemic preparedness and climate change.
The White House has also been frustrated with repeated Iran-sponsored attacks on U.S. troops based in Iraq, though the administration says the frequency of such attacks has dropped precipitously over the last two years. Tehran also sponsored the rebel Houthis in a bloody war with the Saudis in Yemen. A U.N.-brokered cease-fire has been in place for more than four months, a fragile peace in a war that began in 2015.
Separately, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan on Monday said the administration believes Russia is turning to Iran to provide it with hundreds of unmanned aerial vehicles, including weapons-capable drones, for use in its ongoing war in Ukraine.
The Saudis, like the Israelis, have been frustrated that the White House has not abandoned efforts to revive the nuclear deal with Tehran. Biden heads to the Saudi port city of Jeddah on Friday to meet with King Salman and the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who is widely known by his initials MBS, and to attend a gathering of the Gulf Cooperation Council, where Iran's nuclear program is on the agenda.
Also looming over the Saudi visit is the president's strained relationship with the crown prince.
As a White House candidate, Biden, a Democrat, said he would look to make the kingdom a “pariah” nation over its human rights abuses. The relationship was further strained when Biden last year approved the release of a U.S. intelligence report that determined that MBS likely approved the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
The president will arrive in Saudi Arabia, among the world's biggest oil producers, at a moment of skyrocketing gas and food prices around the globe — driven, in part, by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. White House officials and energy analysts say there are low expectations that the Saudis or fellow members of OPEC+ will deliver relief.
Another factor in seeking a détente in the Saudi relationship is growing concern in the administration that the Saudis could move closer to China and Russia amid strains with the United States.
Aaron David Miller, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and former U.S. State Department official, said Biden is looking forward to visiting Saudi Arabia “like I would look forward to a root canal operation.”
“You’ve got a president who is terribly conflicted about this meeting," Miller said. "He can’t even acknowledge, in all of his public remarks, that he’s even going to meet with Mohammed bin Salman.”
But Israeli officials are cautiously optimistic that the Biden visit could be a breakthrough moment on a slow path toward normalizing relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Biden will be the first U.S. president to travel directly from Israel to Saudi Arabia, and the two nations' shared enmity for Iran has led to subtle cooperation.
Earlier this week, opposition leader Benjamin Netanyahu praised the crown prince's “contribution” to the Abraham Accords, declarations of diplomatic and economic normalization signed by Bahrain, Israel, the United Arab Emirates and the United States while Netanyahu was prime minister.
Israel is expected to hold new elections in the fall after the fragile coalition government led by Naftali Bennett crumbled last month. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/biden-heads-to-middle-east/507-3450ef34-67c8-4f0b-9274-87b34322425f | 2022-07-13 15:51:22 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/biden-heads-to-middle-east/507-3450ef34-67c8-4f0b-9274-87b34322425f |
MONTPELLIER, France, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- From December 7 to 8, EnerGaia 2022, an annual event for professionals in the renewable energy sector, was held in Montpellier, France. As a major EU country, France is in a renewable energy transition and has been hosting the show for several years.
In May of this year, the EU announced a Joint European Action that it has dubbed REPower EU, to assure more affordable, secure and sustainable energy with the aim of reducing dependence on Russia and accelerating the shift to green energy by adding more renewable sources and expanding LNG imports. For the development and utilization of photovoltaic (PV) power, the 27-country political and economic union has formulated the EU Solar Energy Strategy, a plan to grow grid-connected PV capacity to 320GW by 2025 and to 600GW by 2030. This translates into a need during the period 2022-2030 to add nearly 50GW of new PV installations per year on average. By 2030, together with non-EU countries, the installed PV capacity throughout the region is expected come close to 650GW, accounting for 31 percent of the overall energy mix.
In recent years, France has become a popular PV market. As the second largest energy consumer in Europe, the country has set out a series of policies including the multi-year energy strategy (PPE) and the French Energy Strategy for 2050, with PV installation targets of 20.1GW by 2023, 35.1-44GW by 2028, and 100GW by 2050. France is also the first country in the region to impose carbon footprint requirements on PV modules, requiring PV projects with a capacity of 100kW or more to use modules with a carbon footprint of less than 550kg eq CO2/kWp, making it a pioneer in controlling carbon emissions by tracking the PV supply chain.
The outlook for the global PV market has become more promising as China's PV sector expands internationally, in tandem with the new possibilities brought about by the country's modification of its strict pandemic controls. As part of Talesun Solar's globalization strategy, timing could not be better for the company's European team to drive global electricity towards green and clean energy as its production capacity, deliverability and product portfolio continue to be enhanced.
A stunning all-black design combined with high efficiency
Aesthetic in appearance and high performing, Talesun Solar's all-black solar PV modules are made of dark monocrystalline silicon cells integrated into a low-profile pure black design. The modules are suitable for scenarios where look and feel are important including residential rooftops, landscape enclosures, and PV carports. They can effectively meet customers' expectations in terms of design, vastly raising the acceptability among home owners, home improvement specialists and architects who had previously raised concerns about their appearance. Additionally, the modules are available in a wide range of models, with flexible application solutions, making them ideal for distributed scenarios in the European market. The modules give the home, office or factory on which they are installed a premium look in tandem with outstanding power generation performance.
Demonstrating a strong commitment to the industry and striving for excellence
The two-day event came to a successful conclusion, but Talesun Solar's technological innovation does not stop there. After a decade during which Talesun Solar gained a reputation for its innovative approach to everything that it does, the company has emerged as a world-leading PV maker, one of China's top PV power plant developers, and an entity at the forefront of PV manufacturing in China. The company's planned annual production capacity has expanded to 16GW solar PV monocrystalline high-efficiency cells and 20GW solar PV high-efficiency modules.
Looking ahead, Talesun Solar will continue to enhance its proprietary technologies in line with the development trend of the PV industry, apply the same level of attention to every unit that rolls off its production lines as it has done since the first day of operations in order to offer the best in services to European customers, and contribute its prowess and expertise to the global energy transformation.
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ATLANTA — Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter, projected as one of the top players in next month's NFL draft, has been charged with reckless driving and racing in conjunction with the crash that killed offensive lineman Devin Willock and a recruiting staff member.
The Athens-Clarke County Police Department has issued an arrest warrant, obtained Wednesday by The Associated Press, that alleges Carter was racing his 2021 Jeep Trackhawk against the 2021 Ford Expedition driven by the recruiting staffer, 24-year-old Chandler LeCroy, which led to the Jan. 15 wreck.
Carter had been due in Indianapolis on Wednesday for the NFL scouting combine and is expected to address the arrest warrant when he returns to Athens, according to Lt. Shaun Barnett of the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.
"It is my understanding that Mr. Carter is making arrangements to turn himself in," Barnett said in an e-mail to the AP.
The crash occurred just hours after the Bulldogs celebrated their second straight national championship with a parade and ceremony, killing LeCroy and Willock.
Georgia coach Kirby Smart expressed his concern about the charges in a statement issued Wednesday.
"The charges announced today are deeply concerning, especially as we are still struggling to cope with the devastating loss of two beloved members of our community," Smart said.
"We will continue to cooperate fully with the authorities while supporting these families and assessing what we can learn from this horrible tragedy."
According to the arrest warrant, the investigation by Athens police found that LeCroy and Carter were operating their vehicles "in a manner consistent with racing" after leaving downtown Athens around 2:30 a.m.
The warrant says evidence shows the vehicles switched lanes, drove in the center turn lane, drove in opposite lanes, overtook other motorists and drove at high rates of speed "in an apparent attempt to outdistance each other."
Police determined LeCroy's Expedition was traveling at about 104 mph (167 kph) shortly before the crash. The warrant says LeCroy's blood-alcohol concentration was .197 at the time of the crash. The legal limit in Georgia is .08.
Willock, 20, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. LeCroy was transported to a hospital, where she died from her injuries.
Offensive lineman Warren McClendon, who had just announced plans to enter the NFL draft, sustained minor injuries. Georgia football staffer Victoria Bowles was hospitalized with more serious injuries.
Georgia athletic department officials said on Jan. 28 that the vehicle driven by LeCroy was expected to be used only for recruiting activities, not personal use.
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CHONBURI, Thailand (AP) — Bo Jin of China had a 3-under 69 on Friday for a one-shot lead in the Asia-Pacific Amateur, the second straight year he has held the 36-hole lead as he tries to secure a spot at the Masters and British Open.
Jin, starting his junior year at Oklahoma State, was at 10-under 134. He faces another tough battle over the final two rounds at Amata Springs, particularly from 15-year-old Thai star Ratchanon “TK” Chantananuwat.
A year ago, Jin held the 36-hole lead in Dubai and was tracked down by Keita Nakajima, the No. 1 amateur in the world who would up winning a playoff.
Jin this year figures to square off with Chantananuwat, at No. 12 the highest-ranked amateur in the field who already has won an Asian Tour event this year.
“I am in a great position and am obviously reminded of Dubai,” said Jin, the younger brother of 2015 Asia-Pacific Amateur winner Cheng Jin. “I have played some great golf so far and I hope to do the same over the weekend and finish the job.”
Wooyoung Cho of South Korea, who tied for third with Jin in Dubai last year, had a 67 and joined Chantananuwat one shot out of the lead.
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SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RackWare is pleased to announce the certification of RackWare's Cloud Migration and Disaster Recovery solutions on the new Oracle PCA X9-2.
Oracle Private Cloud Appliance (PCA) X9-2 is the next-generation Oracle Engineered System optimized for mission-critical applications and middleware. PCA X9-2 is the latest member of the Oracle Private Cloud Appliance product family. PCA provides cloud and administrative services for general purpose IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) for a broad range of workloads including modernized Cloud Native applications. The key new feature of PCA X9-2 compared to previous PCA versions is that it delivers private cloud infrastructure and architecture consistent with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Core IaaS services use the same APIs, methods, tools and interfaces familiar to OCI users. This is delivered on a modernized infrastructure, capable of high levels of scale and performance.
RackWare brings a highly automated, multi-function solution that enables enterprises to Assess, Migrate and Protect workloads in Hybrid and multi-Cloud environments. RackWare covers several key use cases for PCA X9-2 including migration of workloads, Linux and Windows, from any source currently running on-premises or in other Cloud Providers. RackWare also brings state of the art Disaster Recovery and Backup to the PCA X9-2 as well. Disaster Recovery sites can be another PCA in a different geography, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and even other Cloud Providers.
RackWare worked with the Oracle PCA team to thoroughly test and vet the solution on the X9-2 platform.
"Increasingly, customers are demanding integration of their on-premises and cloud deployments for complete disaster recovery protection. RackWare's new certified solution provides customers with robust backup and DR capabilities between the Oracle Private Cloud Appliance, on-premises, and OCI", said Krishna Srinivasan, Senior Director, Product Management, Oracle Private Cloud Appliance.
RackWare's products have also been used with previous versions of PCA and have been extensively tested and verified with PCA-X9-2.
"RackWare sees the PCA X9-2 as an excellent opportunity for companies to build private and multi-Cloud environments quickly, easily, and most importantly using the same secure and high performance infrastructure as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure", said Todd Matters, CTO, RackWare.
More information can be found at https://blogs.oracle.com/oracle-systems/post/rackware-and-oracle-pca-x9-2---delivering-migration-backup-and-disaster-recovery-together
RackWare makes data and applications mobile and secure. We empower our customers to run their applications and store their data in any cloud of their choice. Seamless mobility allows our customers to take advantage of cutting-edge services or reduced costs as they become available throughout the cloud universe. And if disaster strikes, whether that be of the natural or cyber-criminality type, our proprietary replication and sync technology has our customers protected. RackWare is based in Silicon Valley with offices in Salt Lake City, Philadelphia, London and Pune, India.
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KCRA Today: Paul Pelosi attacked at SF home, homeless-related fires spike, recap for Kevin Kiley & Kermit Jones debate
KCRA 3 is rounding up all the information you need to know to get a head start on your day.
Here you'll find what you missed overnight, what's happening throughout the day, the forecast and how your commute is shaping up.
You can also watch our morning newscasts live from 4-10 a.m. here.
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN NORCAL
Paul Pelosi, husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, attacked at home | Paul Pelosi, the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was attacked at the couple's home in San Francisco early Friday morning, the Democratic speaker's office said in a statement. Read more here.
Congress hopefuls Kevin Kiley and Kermit Jones trade jabs in debate to represent Roseville, Rocklin and Lake Tahoe | In a rapid-fire back-and-forth that included more than a few personal attacks, Democrat physician Kermit Jones and Republican Assemblymember Kevin Kiley faced off on Thursday evening in a debate to represent communities such as Roseville, Rocklin and Lake Tahoe in Congress. Read more here.
Sacramento homeless-related fires spike 77% in recent years, put a strain on resources | A troubling trend is happening in Sacramento where the number of homeless-related fires is on the increase, but the amount of resources it takes to put the fires out and to investigate them is not. Read more here.
19-year-old from Lodi hospitalized after Reno fraternity party | Sources told KCRA 3 on Thursday the teen was hospitalized after a binge drinking event for prospective members of a fraternity not recognized by the university. Read more here.
Poll shows Newsom likely to be re-elected, support for sports betting props falls short | Have you voted yet or are you getting ready to vote? A new poll is offering insight into how others are viewing the governor and the propositions leading up to Election Day. Read more here.
WHAT'S HAPPENING ELSEWHERE
Prosecutors take charge of probe into Alec Baldwin shooting | A sheriff's department submitted on Thursday its investigative findings to prosecutors in the death of a cinematographer shot and killed by Alec Baldwin on a film set in New Mexico in October 2021. Read more here.
8 found dead after house fire in Oklahoma, homicide feared | Eight people were found dead in a burning Tulsa-area house in what was being investigated as multiple homicides, police said. Read more here.
Space rock slams into Mars, forming a crater that revealed chunks of ice | Christmas came a little early for NASA's InSight mission last December when the lander detected a massive quake on Mars. Now, scientists know what caused the red planet to rumble. A meteoroid slammed into Mars 2,174 miles away from the lander and created a fresh impact crater on the Martian surface. Read more here.
Elon Musk has taken control of Twitter and fired its top executives, reports say | Elon Musk has completed his $44 billion deal to buy Twitter, reports say, putting the world's richest man in charge of one of the world's most influential social media platforms. Read more here.
TODAY'S WEATHER OUTLOOK
Meteorologist Melanie Hunter says Northern California is waking up to a cooler start with temperatures in the 40s and 50s across the area. Clear conditions are expected to continue throughout the morning, but to the north there are some showers that may bring clouds here later in the day. Temperatures will hit the lower 50s by 9 a.m., lower 60s by 11 a.m. and then top out in the low 70s by 4 p.m.
WHAT'S COMING UP TODAY
- The Latino Center of Art and Culture is kicking off its 13th annual El Panteón de Sacramento starting today into Sunday.
- Attorney General Rob Bonta is speaking at a press conference about Proposition 1 today at 11 a.m.
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Powell says ‘no decision’ on the Fed’s next move on rates
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell stressed Wednesday that the central bank’s policymakers have yet to decide how large an interest rate hike to impose at its next meeting in two weeks in its drive to defeat high inflation.
“If — and I stress that no decision has been made on this — if the totality of the data were to indicate that faster tightening is warranted, we would be prepared to increase the pace of rate hikes,” Powell said on his second day of semi-annual testimony to Congress.
The Fed chair had made a similar comment Tuesday to a Senate panel but had not included the caveat that “no decision has been made.” Some economists and Wall Street traders had interpreted those remarks as a signal that the Fed would raise its benchmark rate by a substantial half-point at its March 21-22 meeting.
As a result, stock prices tumbled Tuesday, and some bond yields rose as markets anticipated a faster pace of rate hikes.
When the Fed raises its key short-term rate, it typically leads to more expensive mortgages, auto loans, credit card lending and business loans. Higher rates can discourage consumers from spending and thereby cool the economy and inflation. But they also raise the risk that the economy will fall into a recession.
Powell’s more nuanced remarks Wednesday appeared to be an effort to quell any assumption that the Fed has already decided to raise rates more aggressively based on a recent string of data that pointed to strong economic growth and still-high inflation.
The Fed slowed its pace of hikes in February, boosting its key rate by just a quarter-point, after a half-point increase in December and three-quarters of a point four times before that. Powell’s comments Tuesday had appeared to imply that the Fed would return to larger rate hikes at its next meeting March 21-22.
But under questioning Wednesday from Rep. Patrick McHenry, the Republican chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Powell said the Fed would closely scrutinize data on hiring, retail sales and inflation that will be released next week before settling on its next interest rate moves.
“We’re not on a preset path, and we will be guided by the incoming data,” Powell said. “We have not made any decision about the March meeting.”
Some analysts concluded that Powell’s remarks Wednesday implied that either a half-point or a quarter-point hike is possible when the Fed next meets in two weeks.
Krishna Guha, an analyst at Evercore ISI, an investment bank, wrote Wednesday that “we take some reassurance from these remarks that Powell intended to signal” that a half-point hike, along with a quarter-point hike, is a “live option” this month and does not necessarily “signal a strong default” for a half-point increase.
At the same time, Powell reiterated his comments Tuesday that had signaled that the Fed will ultimately raise its key rate higher than it had forecast in December.
“The data we’ve seen so far this year,” he said Wednesday, “suggests that the ultimate level of rates will need to be higher.”
On Tuesday, economists at Goldman Sachs said they now expected the central bank to raise its benchmark short-term rate to roughly 5.6%, up from its current 4.6%. That would be above the 5.1% level that the Fed’s policymakers had penciled in at their meeting in December.
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In Tennessee, expulsions echo a decades-old protest movement
By ADRIAN SAINZ, KIMBERLEE KRUESI and TIM SULLIVAN
Associated Press
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Squint a little as you take in the scene, or just close your eyes and listen to the voice, and 2023 stumbles back into another era. Another Memphis.
“You can’t expel hope!” the young man cries in his powerful voice, his message aimed at the Tennessee state legislators who had expelled him and another Black lawmaker a week earlier. “You can’t expel justice! You can’t expel our voice.”
Justin Pearson wears a dark suit in the county meeting room, a carefully knotted blue tie and glasses that bring Malcolm X to mind. He speaks in the rolling cadence of generations of Black preachers.
He ends by quoting a Bible verse beloved by the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., vowing to fight “until justice rolls down like water and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.”
Then he turns to his cheering supporters and thrusts his fist into the air.
The two Black Democratic legislators ousted by the overwhelmingly white, Republican-controlled state Legislature — then reinstated by local officials days later — have only a few months’ experience in political office.
But in barely two weeks, Pearson, 28, and Justin Jones, 27, have gone from neophyte politicians to national prominence, heralded as living echoes of the civil rights struggles of the 1960s, when leaders like King and John Lewis organized protests across the American South.
“Two young Black men” were forced from office, Vice President Kamala Harris said Friday at a convention in New York City of the civil rights group the National Action Network, calling the expulsions “an attempt to silence the voice of the people.”
But those expulsions, she added, simply set off more protests.
“Now, Justin Jones and Justin Pearson are back in their seats!” Harris said to cheers.
The two men — now widely known simply as “the Justins” — “are executing tactics modeled after people they’ve admired,” said Noelle Trent, an official at Memphis’ National Civil Rights Museum, located on the site of the Lorraine Motel, where King was assassinated in 1968 while supporting a sanitation workers’ strike. They “have actually studied the (Civil Rights) Movement.”
That movement strikes powerful chords in this part of America.
“The energy is there because both Memphis and Nashville are deeply rooted in the civil rights protest tradition,” said the Rev. Andre E. Johnson, a civil rights activist, senior pastor at Memphis’ Gifts of Life Ministries and a professor of communications who has studied Black oratory and rhetoric.
Pearson and Jones both came to the state Legislature steeped in activism.
Jones, who was born in Oakland, California, and raised in the East Bay area, moved to Nashville to attend Fisk University and is studying for a master’s degree in theology at Vanderbilt University, according to campaign material. One set of grandparents were Black Chicagoans, and his other grandparents immigrated from the Philippines.
His life has taken him from protest to protest: leading a campaign against the bust prominently displayed at the state Capitol of Confederate Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest, which GOP leaders refused to remove; blocking Nashville traffic after the election of former President Donald Trump; and spending more than 60 days at the Capitol plaza in 2020 to protest police violence after the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer. As a student, he worked to expand health care and repeal voter ID laws.
The protests have also led to a handful of clashes with authorities, from the time he threw a cup of liquid at the former House speaker during the bust protests to when he stood on a police cruiser during demonstrations after Floyd’s killing. A campaign website says he has been arrested more than a dozen times for nonviolent protest.
He has no regrets about the protest that got him expelled, when he, Pearson and a white colleague, 60-year-old legislator Gloria Johnson, walked to the speaker’s podium while the Legislature was in session and led chants calling for gun control.
The protest unfolded in the aftermath of a shooting at a Nashville Christian school where six people, including three young students, were slain. While the protest also angered some Democrats — video captured some older Black, Democratic legislators berating the trio at the podium — the symbolism of expelling the two Black lawmakers while sparing their white colleague shifted the attention from guns to race.
But with only days left in the session, Jones, who was elected in 2022 and represents part of Nashville, said his focus was still on gun control legislation.
“This is about saving Tennessee, saving our nation, saving the future for our children,” he said in a brief interview Thursday at the Capitol.
He sees himself in the young protesters who flooded the capital to call for gun control, even though he calls himself “an elder now in the movement.”
Pearson grew up in Memphis and went to high school in the same district he was elected to represent after longtime state Rep. Barbara Cooper, a Black Democrat, died in office. The sprawling district sits on the Mississippi River, winding along neighborhoods, forests and wetlands of south Memphis, through parts of downtown and then north into a series of semi-rural communities.
One of five children — his mother is a teacher and his father is a minister and pastor — Pearson has said his family struggled financially as he was growing up.
His activism reaches back at least to high school, when he complained to the school board about a lack of textbooks. Later, he attended Bowdoin College in Maine, where he was class president and recipient of the President’s Award, given for “exceptional personal achievements and uncommon contributions to the college.”
He returned to Memphis and helped lead the fight against a planned oil pipeline that would have run through wetlands and under poor, predominantly Black neighborhoods in the city’s south. The project was canceled in 2021.
Pearson won his legislative seat in a special election in late January.
“I’m very proud of him,” said Kevin Webb, a teacher and band director at Mitchell High School who knew Pearson when he was a student there. “He’s standing up for what he believes is right.”
“Sometimes doing the right thing isn’t always going to look good,” Webb continued. “That’s how life is.”
Pearson and Jones’ sudden rise to prominence also raises powerful questions about America’s continuing need for a civil rights movement.
The two men’s return to office is not “resurrecting democracy,” said the Rev. Earle Fisher, a Memphis civil rights activist and senior pastor of Gifts of Abyssinian Baptist Church.
“There’s a difference between getting our lick back, and actually winning the fight,” he said.
“The fight is far from over.”
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Kreusi reported from Nashville and Sullivan reported from Minneapolis. Associated Press writers Aaron Morrison in New York and Jonathan Mattise in Nashville contributed to this report. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2023/04/16/in-tennessee-expulsions-echo-a-decades-old-protest-movement/ | 2023-04-16 17:06:41 | 1 | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2023/04/16/in-tennessee-expulsions-echo-a-decades-old-protest-movement/ |
Pixability and GARM will build upon the YouTube and CTV Suitability and Performance industry education initiatives they've already developed together
BOSTON, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pixability (www.pixability.com), the only provider of software and insights for video advertising on YouTube and other leading connected TV (CTV) platforms, today announced it has become an official member of the Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), the cross-industry initiative established by the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA). The company has been tapped to play a leading role in helping to establish contextual, brand safety and suitability guidelines for the advertising industry while increasing trust and transparency for advertisers. Pixability has been working closely with GARM since the initiative's inception to help move the marketplace forward with regard to standards and education, and will now become a key member of a group of select ad technology companies that have been invited to officially join the initiative. In October 2021, Pixability released a major study in collaboration with GARM titled What Every Agency Should Know About Brand Safety, Brand Suitability & Performance on YouTube. The study became a critical educational resource for agencies and brands seeking a deeper understanding of safety and suitability issues on YouTube.
"In a short period of time, GARM has had an incredibly meaningful impact on our industry, bringing together key leaders from agencies, brands and platforms to set standards, ensure transparency, and give advertisers more in control," said David George, CEO of Pixability. "From the start, we've been working very closely with GARM and are thrilled to now be one of the first ad technology companies to be invited to become an official member of this important initiative."
GARM was established by the WFA to address the challenges resulting from harmful content on digital media platforms and monetization via advertising. It brings together advertisers, agencies, media companies, platforms, industry organizations and, most recently, ad tech providers. GARM's mission is to help the digital media ecosystem work together on shared priorities that will lead to the removal of harmful content from advertiser-supported social media.
"Brands play a pivotal role in online media operations and it's our responsibility to make sure that their advertising decisions support positive content and avoid harmful content," said Rob Rakowitz, Initiative Lead - Global Alliance for Responsible Media. "We are creating standards, promoting transparency and providing controls for advertisers who are addressing these challenges and we welcome the opportunity to work with companies who share our priorities. We are excited to partner with Pixability to ensure a safer online environment that builds trust with both marketers and consumers."
Pixability is a technology and data company that empowers the world's largest brands and their agencies to maximize the value of video advertising on YouTube, YouTube CTV, Amazon Fire, Roku and Hulu. The company's industry-leading optimization and insights solutions are independently verified by the YouTube Measurement Program, DoubleVerify, Oracle Data Cloud's Moat Measurement, Integral Ad Science and other third parties. Pixability's suite of solutions are used by the top media agencies and brands including Dentsu-Aegis, Havas, Interpublic Group, Omnicom, Publicis, and GroupM, as well as Swatch, Bose, KIND, Hilton, Jack in the Box, and Puma. For more information about Pixability, please visit www.pixability.com.
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8th Grade Career Explorations curriculum now teaches Idaho students about apprenticeship
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) - Idaho students will be able to take the updated 8th Grade Career Explorations course containing a brand-new apprenticeship lesson starting this spring.
The Idaho Digital Learning Alliance and the Idaho Department of Labor’s Apprenticeship Idaho team have created a new online lesson to meet the needs of the state’s students, businesses and industry sectors. The new class is the first collaboration of its kind between government, businesses and educators in promoting the occupational success of Idaho’s youth.
The 8th Grade Career Explorations curriculum teaches students about the various paths they can take toward success in the workplace, apprenticeships included. Students explore their own work personality traits, strengths and career options, along with employability skills such as time management, communication, professional networking and decision making.
Apprenticeships are an important part of Idaho’s talent pipeline and fill positions in both the trades and technical sectors, like advanced manufacturing, education, health care and construction.
Idaho’s apprenticeship opportunities continue to expand, with training available in more than 1,200 occupations. The number of Idaho businesses that sponsor apprenticeships has tripled over the past four years, and more Idahoans enrolled in apprenticeships in 2022 than ever before.
According to apprenticeship.gov, the average starting wage for someone completing a Registered Apprenticeship program is $77,000. Of the number who graduate, 93% retain employment, broadening the labor market.
Students still have time to register for the 8th Grade Career Explorations course and learn about the value of an apprenticeship in their own education. They can register by contacting their school counselor or Idaho Digital Learning Alliance site coordinator.
Enrollment for the late spring session closes Jan. 27, 2023. Idaho schools can also request a custom session at IdahoDigitalLearning.org.
Parents and educators can also find more information and read the syllabus for this and other courses at www.idiglearning.net/Catalog.
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HIGH SCHOOL
Greenwood escapes close call with Perry Meridian 33-30
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Friday's outing turned into an endurance test that Greenwood passed in a 33-30 victory at Perry Meridian's expense in Indiana boys basketball on January 27.
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Lineup includes a travel and campus backpack designed for eco-conscious, on-the-go consumers who value simplicity and style
ANAHEIM, Calif, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Targus®, a leader in laptop cases and mobile computing accessories, announced today that it has introduced a new line of contemporary backpacks to its EcoSmart® Collection of sustainable laptop cases made from GRS-certified recycled plastic bottles. The new Sagano™ EcoSmart Collection features a Campus and Travel backpack, designed for eco-conscious consumers to carry, protect, and organize their tech and other daily essentials with ease and simplicity.
"Our extensive consumer research demonstrates that today's consumers prefer eco-conscious brands and products," says David Dorantes, director of product marketing, Targus. "Our new Sagano EcoSmart backpacks achieve that by offering a practical, high-quality carrying case solution that is also better for the planet."
Created to fit 15"-16" laptops, the functional and eco-friendly Sagano EcoSmart Campus Backpack (available in gray and blue) is made from seven recycled water bottles. It features a slim profile design with a padded laptop compartment and a spacious, zippered front pocket for easy access. A handy workstation keeps pens, an ID, and keys organized while the outside has two convenient side pockets for reusable water bottles. Whether headed to school, the office, or simply bringing gear to the nearest coffee shop, this bag is consciously designed to protect your essentials, as well as the environment.
Made from nine plastic water bottles, the Sagano EcoSmart Travel Backpack (gray) is designed to carry 15"-16" laptops and other essential gear with style and ease. Offering multiple pockets and a contemporary profile, this bag is equipped with safety features like the SafePort® Sling Protection System to secure a laptop from the inside, while the RFID-blocking pocket helps keep personal information safe from the outside.
The Sagano EcoSmart Backpacks are available for sale now at Targus.com and through participating retailers. Visit our website for more product details and pricing.
For more than 35 years, Targus has been revolutionizing mobile computing accessories for large enterprises and consumers, alike — connecting people and technology in meaningful ways. From laptop bags to tablet cases to peripherals and universal docking stations, we persistently conceive, design, and produce innovative, productivity-boosting solutions that make the complex, simple; and seamlessly integrate into the lifestyles of mobile professionals wherever they work – at home, in the office, or wherever they go. We cross categories, regions, industries, and lifestyles with a breadth and depth of products that provide you with the solutions you need to live, dream, and do.
Headquartered in Anaheim, California, Targus has global operations in more than 24 offices and distribution in more than 100 countries. Learn more about us at Targus.com, like or follow us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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Chris Ford, champ as player, coach with Celtics, dies at 74
By KYLE HIGHTOWER
AP Sports Writer
Chris Ford, a member of the Boston Celtics 1981 championship team, a longtime NBA coach and the player credited with scoring the league’s first 3-point basket, has died, his family announced in a statement. He was 74.
The family revealed the death through the Celtics on Wednesday. No official cause was given, but the statement said Ford passed away on Tuesday. The Press of Atlantic City reported he died in Philadelphia having suffered a heart attack earlier in the month.
“Chris was beloved by his family, friends, and teammates. He had a great love for his family, the city of Boston, the fans, and the entire Celtics family,” the family statement said. “He always showed humility and respect for all those that were fortunate enough to be a part of his life.”
Ford was voted the team’s MVP in his first season with Boston. He retired following the 1981-82 season and was an assistant coach for the Celtics for seven seasons from 1983 to 1990, helping coach former teammates Larry Bird, Kevin McHale and Robert Parish to two titles in 1984 and 1986 while serving under coach K.C. Jones.
He is one of four former Celtics to have won championships as both a player and coach, joining Bill Russell, Tom Heinsohn and Jones.
“As a player and coach, Chris Ford’s career spanned over a decade of Celtics basketball, and he made his mark every step of the way,” the Celtics said in a statement. “‘Doc,’ as he was affectionately known by his teammates, was a fundamentally versatile all-around guard. … The Boston Celtics sends their deepest sympathies to the Ford family and their many friends.”
Born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Ford was drafted out of Villanova by the Detroit Pistons in 1972. He spent six seasons there before being traded to the Celtics. He averaged a career-high 15.6 points and 4.7 assists per game his first season in Boston in 1978-79. He opened the following season on Oct. 12, 1979, by sinking the first 3-point shot in NBA history in the first quarter of Boston’s win over the Houston Rockets.
Ford succeeded Jimmy Rodgers as Celtics coach and led the team for five seasons from 1990-91 through 1994-95.
He compiled a 222-188 record with four playoff appearances as Boston’s head coach, but his teams never advanced beyond the conference finals.
Ford also had a pair of two-year head coaching stints with the Milwaukee Bucks (1996-98) and Los Angeles Clippers (1998-2000). He began the 2003-04 season as an assistant for the Philadelphia 76ers and coached the final 30 games that season after Randy Ayers was fired.
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Which Joker costume should you get for Halloween?
The Joker is a well-known character who first appeared as a villain in the DC comic book “Batman” in 1940. Over the decades, he has been featured in several movies as well.
With his distinctive look and dark nature, the Joker has become a popular choice for Halloween costumes. While there are slight variations in his look from one movie to another, the Joker usually has a white painted face, red lips, green hair and a purple suit.
Types of Joker costumes
Before you buy a Joker Halloween costume, decide which depiction of the character should inspire your look:
- Generic: Many versions of the character in early “Batman” movies and TV shows stayed true to the comic book depiction of the Joker, including actor Jack Nicholson’s portrayal in the 1989 film “Batman.” It features neatly slicked-back green hair, a white face and a wide smile applied with red paint. The Joker wears a purple suit, green shirt and bow tie. Often, he also wears purple gloves and walks with a cane.
- “Dark Knight”: Heath Ledger’s portrayal of the Joker in “The Dark Knight” in 2008 revived interest in dressing up as the character for Halloween. This look is a little more ragged than earlier versions. The Joker’s makeup is patchy, with dark circles around the eyes and the hair is long and stringy.
- “Joker”: The movie “Joker,” from 2019, tells the villain’s origin story. Joaquin Phoenix plays the role wearing a a yellow shirt and red coat and tails. Along with long green hair, the Joker’s makeup includes a red nose and blue diamonds around the eyes
- “Suicide Squad”: In the “Suicide Squad” movies, Jared Leto’s Joker is a lot more edgy than other versions. It includes facial tattoos and slicked-back bright green hair. When he’s wearing the iconic purple jacket, it’s made from purple leather snakeskin.
Once you’ve settled on the inspiration for your Joker costume, make sure you know what size costume you’ll need. You’ll also want to consider whether to buy a full costume or pick up individual pieces and put them together.
Best Joker costumes to buy
Best Costume Deals “Joker” Movie Mask
If you’re looking for an easy costume, this Joker movie mask just needs to be slipped on as you walk out the door. Made from polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, it’s terrifying and is based on the Joaquin Phoenix version of the character.
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Suit Yourself Joker Halloween Costume
This Joker suit comes with trousers, jacket, shirt, vest and bow tie, meaning all you need to do is put on a mask or makeup to look precisely like Batman’s nemesis. This costume is great if you plan on coordinating your outfit with friends from the DC universe.
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Rubie’s Men’s “Suicide Squad” Deluxe Joker Costume
This costume is officially licensed by DC and is perfect for people who want to replicate the “Suicide Squad” look. The costume is machine-washable and even comes with a cane to complete the look.
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Rubie’s “The Dark Knight” Joker Deluxe Costume
This costume is just what you need for the Heath Ledger look and it’s an officially licensed “Dark Knight” outfit. It’s made of polyester and comes with a purple jacket, attached green shirt, tie with pin-striped pants and a scary half-Joker mask.
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Rubie’s Men’s DC Super Villains Adult Joker Costume
This costume is made from synthetic material that is hand-wash only, but it does come with a jacket, attached shirt, vest, bow tie, pants, Joker wig, cane and face paint. This costume will leave you looking sharp and edgy.
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JPXH Heath Ledger Joker Costume
Made of polyester, this costume is machine-washable and is based on Heath Ledger’s look as the Joker in the “Dark Knight” movies. While you’ll need to add pants and makeup separately, the vest, shirt and tie in this costume are made with strong, durable fabric.
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This costume is more of a generic take on the Joker rather than having an affiliation with a specific movie. It includes a full pinstripe suit, vest and tie, but be aware that the wig pictured is not included with the costume.
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Nezababy Joker Cosplay Costume
This high-quality costume is made from cotton, polyester, satin and broadcloth for a super-realistic effect. It includes a long jacket, patterned shirt, vest and pinstripe pants.
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Rubie’s DC Super Villains The Joker Costume
If you’re looking for a Joker costume for your kids, this costume is made to fit kids aged 5-7. It includes a jacket, attached shirt, vest, bow tie and jacket, and the flexible polyester material doesn’t restrict movement.
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Bitseacoco Men’s Gothic Medieval Tailcoat Jacket
This gothic costume comes in five colors and the purple and green jacket-and-shirt combo is an ideal base for your Joker costume. Despite the thin fabric, customers report that the costume is really detailed and well made.
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The PBS Kids' TV show Arthur may have ended but the aardvark has more to say.
That's why later this month, the beloved cartoon character is launching The Arthur Podcast. The show will revisit tales from the former TV series as well as narrate new stories about school, friendships and family.
The first of eight episodes will be available on Oct. 20. The show can be found on the PBS Kids Video app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other streaming platforms. The show is produced by Boston's GBH Kids and Gen-Z Media.
The podcast will have an interactive component too. Listeners are encouraged to send voice messages to be aired on the show.
The new audio format comes eight months after the TV series came to end in February. The show spanned 25 seasons and is considered the longest-running kids animated series in history.
The show has aired in 80 countries, won seven Emmy Awards and a Peabody. The books that inspired the series have sold over 65 million books in the U.S. alone.
Although the TV series finale depicts Arthur and his friends as adults, the cast appears to be back to their younger selves for the podcast, according to a digital short.
In the video, much is familiar — Arthur is wearing his signature mustard sweater and round frames, his sister D.W. is baiting for his attention and Arthur's headphones are once again not worn on his actual ears.
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — A jury recommended a sentence of life in prison after convicting a Fort Wayne man Wednesday in the death and dismemberment of another man with whom he had sex.
The Allen County jury found Mathew J. Cramer II, 22, guilty of murder, abuse of a corpse and resisting law enforcement in the slaying of Shane Van Nguyen, 55, on April 23, 2021.
Superior Court Judge David Zent will decide whether to accept the jury’s sentencing recommendation. Sentencing is set for Nov. 28.
The defense claimed Cramer was homeless and living in a storage unit. It said Nguyen saw Cramer walking along a street, asked Cramer if he needed a ride, drove Cramer to the storage unit and the two had sex. It said Cramer was the victim of a sexual predator and acted in a panic.
Ater Nguyen was reported missing by relatives, his remains were found in his van, which police said Cramer and another suspect used to lead them on a chase.
Investigators said Cramer slammed Nguyen’s head to the ground, killing him. They say Cramer and an accomplice, 21-year-old Jacob Carreon-Hamilton, dismembered Nguyen's body at a storage unit before placing them in the victim’s van.
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WASHINGTON, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Lung Association and the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), announced the release of a new guide to improve quality of life and reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations for those living with advanced lung disease.
The "NPHI Advanced Lung Care Provider Guide," is the second in a series designed to help people with advanced lung disease. The provider guide, along with its Patient and Caregiver Guide counterpart released last year, can assist providers, people living with lung disease and caregivers in learning and practicing skills to prevent or manage respiratory symptoms at home while under the care of their medical team.
Chronic lung disease can be a tremendous burden for people living with the disease and their families. In 2016, there were more than 2 million emergency department visits and more than 650,000 hospitalizations due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is one of the most prevalent chronic lung diseases. COPD also costs the healthcare system more than $50 billion a year – mostly due to ER visits and hospitalizations.
"More than 34 million Americans live with chronic lung disease, so it is critical for us to provide support for the people with the disease, their caregivers and the healthcare providers who are helping them," said Deb Brown, Chief Mission Officer for the American Lung Association. "By partnering with NPHI on this new guide, we are not only offering more critical resources to people who need them but are also able to distribute this guide through NPHI's deep network of professionals nationwide."
Both the Provider and Patient & Caregiver Advanced Lung Care Guides were put together with the collective input of over 100 advanced illness and hospice care organizations. These resources are for people experiencing severe symptoms from chronic lung disease, which includes COPD, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis, pulmonary fibrosis, sarcoidosis, pulmonary hypertension, and lung cancer.
"It is imperative that we continually innovate to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care possible consistently across the US. It will be easier for medical providers to deliver this excellent care as a result of this new guide," said Cameron Muir, Chief Innovation Officer at NPHI. "We value our collaboration with the American Lung Association and the input of dozens of advanced illness care providers across the nation who have helped establish best practices for chronic lung disease patients. When used effectively, both our Provider and Patient-Caregiver guides will improve the wellbeing and comfort of thousands of patients living with advanced lung disease."
The free Patient and Caregiver Guide released in 2022 includes tips for symptom management and self-care, medications, diet, advance care planning and more. It is available to people living with chronic lung disease, their medical providers, and their caregivers and families at www.hospiceinnovations.org.
The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy, and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, which has a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and is a Platinum-Level GuideStar Member, or to support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org.
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BEIJING (AP) — China’ is prepared to “resolutely smash any form of Taiwan independence,” its military said Tuesday, as the U.S. reportedly prepares to accelerate the sale of defensive weapons and other military assistance to the self-governing island democracy.
A recent increase in exchanges between the U.S. and Taiwanese militaries is an “extremely wrong and dangerous move,” Defense Ministry spokesperson Col. Tan Kefei said in a statement and video posted online.
China’s People’s Liberation Army “continues to strengthen military training and preparations and will resolutely smash any form of Taiwanese independence secession along with attempts at outside interference, and will resolutely defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Tan said, in a reference to Taiwan’s closest ally, the United States.
China claims the island of 23 million people as its own territory, to be brought under its control by force if necessary.
With the world’s largest navy, latest-generation fighter jets and a huge arsenal of ballistic missiles, China has been upping its threats by sending planes and warships into waters and airspace around Taiwan. With more than 2 million members, the PLA also ranks as the world’s largest standing military, although transporting even a portion of the force in the event of an invasion is considered a huge logistical challenge.
Along with daily air and sea incursions around Taiwan, Beijing has held military exercises in and around the Taiwan Strait dividing the sides, seen in part as a rehearsal for a blockade or invasion that would have massive consequences for security and economies worldwide.
Such actions seek to harass Taiwan’s military and intimidate politicians and voters who will choose a new president and legislature next year.
The moves appear to have had limited effect, with most Taiwanese firmly in favor of maintaining their de facto independent status. Politicians and other public figures from Europe and the U.S. have also been making frequent trips to Taipei to show their support, despite their countries’ lack of formal diplomatic ties in deference to Beijing.
Tan’s comments were prompted by a question from an unidentified reporter about reports that U.S. President Joe Biden is preparing to approve the sale of $500 million in arms to Taiwan, as well as sending more than 100 military personnel to evaluate training methods and offer suggestions for improving the island’s defenses.
Taiwan enjoys strong support from both the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties, which have called on the Biden administration to follow through on nearly $19 billion in military items approved for sale but not yet delivered to Taiwan.
Administration officials have blamed the delayed deliveries on bottlenecks in production related to issues from the COVID-19 pandemic to limited capacity and increased demand for arms to assist Ukraine. Biden’s move would allow the export of items from existing U.S. military stockpiles, speeding up the delivery of at least some of the hardware Taiwan needs to deter or repel any Chinese attack.
Among the items on backorder are Harpoon anti-ship missiles, F-16 fighter jets, shoulder-fired Javelin and Stinger missiles and the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System, or HIMARS, a multiple rocket and missile launcher mounted on a truck that has become a crucial weapon for Ukrainian troops battling Russian invasion forces.
Tan’s comments were in line with Beijing’s standard tone on what it calls the “core of China’s core interests.” The two sides split at the end of a civil war in 1949 and Beijing considers bringing Taiwan under its control as key to asserting its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Attempts to “seek independence by relying on the United States” and “seek independence by military might” are a “dead end,” Tan said.
With China-U.S. relations at a historic low and Taiwanese unreceptive to Beijing’s demands for political concessions on unification, concerns are rising about the likelihood of an open conflict involving all three sides and possibly U.S. treaty allies such as Japan.
China’s diplomatic and economic support for Russia following its invasion of Ukraine has also increased tensions with Washington. Beijing is believed to be closely studying Moscow’s military failures in the conflict, while the Western will to back Kyiv is seen by some as a test of its determination to side with Taiwan in the event of a conflict with China. | https://www.cenlanow.com/international/ap-international/china-says-ready-to-smash-taiwan-self-rule-as-us-prepares-major-arms-package-sends-advisers/ | 2023-05-17 15:46:56 | 1 | https://www.cenlanow.com/international/ap-international/china-says-ready-to-smash-taiwan-self-rule-as-us-prepares-major-arms-package-sends-advisers/ |
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — It’s a busy Friday afternoon at a Somali restaurant on the northeast side of Columbus, home to second-largest Somali population in the United States. The smell of spices is just as robust as the loud conversation, and the East African restaurant is crowded after afternoon prayers at the nearby mosque.
The hubbub grows when a familiar face swaggers in — Ismail Mohamed, a young Somali lawyer and candidate for the Ohio Legislature. Elders and youth alike clamor to say hello. The excitement that someone from their community could represent them in the legislature is palpable.
“It’s humbling to, you know, to be in this position, but it puts a lot of pressure on you to where folks have really high expectations,” he said.
The 30-year-old Democrat is one of a small but growing number of immigrants who fled civil war and famine in Somalia, ready to add their voices to the political process in the places they now call home.
Across the country, 11 Somali Americans are running for legislative seats in Maine, Minnesota, Ohio and Washington state. Somali Americans have also been elected to city councils, school boards and, in Minnesota, legislative seats and Congress.
The growing political clout corresponds with growing numbers. There was an influx of Somalians arriving in the United States in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and their numbers now top 300,000.
“We’re just getting started. I hope there are more to come,” said Jaylani Hussein, executive director of the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations.
They are part of an age-old trend of new immigrants testing the waters of the political process once they have settled in the United States. Many Somali American candidates say they want to lend their voices, ensure their communities have a seat at the table, and offer up solutions to the problems plaguing their communities.
“Our driving force is to see betterment for everybody that lives here. Running for office is our way of showing we’re here and we’re willing to contribute,” said Mana Abdi, who is expected to win her race and make history as the first Somali American in the Maine legislature.
Abdi wears a headscarf because of her Muslim faith, like most people from Somalia, while knocking on doors and visiting with residents outside assisted living community on a recent afternoon.
The 26-year-old Democrat came to America as a child, graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington and works at Bates College, and is unopposed because her Republican opponent dropped out after sharing a social media post saying that Muslims shouldn’t hold office.
She could be joined by another Somali American, South Portland Mayor Deqa Dhalac, who’s running for another legislative district in Maine.
Dhalac, a 54-year-old social worker and a Democrat, said part of the reason she was inspired to run was Republican former President Donald Trump, who made a vulgar comment about immigrants from Haiti and Africa and banned travel from several Muslim countries, including Somalia.
“If we do not run for office, we cannot blame other people for making policy and legislation, and complain about it. You have to be at the table if you want to make good decisions for your community,” she said.
The newcomers share many of the same concerns as those born in the U.S. The candidates are focused on affordable housing, public safety and increased funding for schools — issues that directly impact their communities.
“People do ask ‘are you an American?’ just because your last name is, you know, Mohamed or, you know, Abdi,” Mohamed said, noting that fellow immigrants are proving they’re just as American as others by serving in the armed forces and becoming doctors, lawyers, engineers and more.
Like Abdi, 26-year-old Munira Abdullahi is all but guaranteed to be the first Somali woman and first Muslim woman to serve in the Ohio Legislature because she, too, is unopposed. Abdullahi, who is running as a Democrat, was born in a refugee camp after her parents fled Somalia. A couple decades later, she’s youth director for the Muslim American Society and a graduate of Ohio State University.
“I know a lot of young women are looking up to me and seeing themselves in me and they’re realizing, like, they could also do this,” she said. “I really want young women and young women of color, especially, to look at me and say, like, if I really want to do this, I can.”
The immigrants are bringing diverse views and experiences, and are contributing to the economy by starting businesses and bringing new energy to communities, said Molly Herman, citizenship and civic engagement manager for the Immigrant Welcome Center in Portland, Maine.
“Getting new individuals, new perspectives, new or different backgrounds, people coming from all types of places, I think is really important, in continuing a successful democracy,” she said.
The inspiration for some of the candidates is U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, who grew up in a refugee camp and became the first Somali American member of Congress. She and several other young Democratic women of color were collectively nicknamed “the squad.”
She said she’s eager to see more Somali Americans joining her in Washington.
“Somali Americans are as American as anyone else, and we don’t need an invitation to show up or serve our communities. I am incredibly proud of all the Somali Americans who are entering into public service and can’t wait to see more of us in the halls of Congress,” she said.
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Organization Marks 85th Year With Continued Commitment to Address Disparities
Welcomes New Advocates Into Its Ranks
ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As it marks its 85th birthday today and launches a year-long anniversary celebration, March of Dimes, the leading organization fighting for the health of all moms and babies, announces the launch of the inaugural March of Dimes Research Center for Advancing Maternal Health Equity. The new Center, based at the University of Pennsylvania, will address poor health outcomes and longstanding racial disparities that make the U.S. among the most dangerous developed nations for childbirth. Concurrently, March of Dimes is growing its Celebrity Advocate Council (CAC) with two new leaders committed to advancing equitable health outcomes.
March of Dimes has been at the forefront of the fight for health equity for decades and its latest Report Card revealed persistent racial disparities across maternal and infant health measures, most significantly among Black and American Indian/Alaskan Native families. In the U.S., an average of two women die every day from pregnancy-related causes and two babies die every hour – a crisis that is fueled by many factors, including structural racism, poor maternal health and socio-economic status.
"As this crisis becomes increasingly dire for our most vulnerable, it is critical we explore new avenues to address these challenges with real action," said Dr. Emre Seli, Chief Scientific Officer at March of Dimes. "We are excited to expand the breakthrough, translational research model from our Prematurity Research Centers to a new focus aimed at better understanding the causes of health inequities as well as piloting therapeutic approaches to address these issues."
The Center will work collaboratively with researchers from March of Dimes Prematurity Research Centers, as well as experts from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI). It will launch under the leadership of Dr. Elizabeth A. Howell, Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Pennsylvania, and Chair of the Scientific Advisory Committee and Principal Investigator for the new Center. Through scientific research and technology development, the Center will address disparities that underlie maternal morbidities and stress that contribute to poor outcomes. The research agenda will include, in part, characterizing and correlating racial disparities, identifying new biomarkers to better detect morbidities and using technology to increase access to care and promote early interventions.
"The latest key health indicators show the U.S. has not moved the needle on maternal health and equity and in fact, things are getting worse," said March of Dimes Board of Trustees Chair Sharon Mills Higgins. "For 85 years, we have helped millions of families lead healthier lives by addressing some of the biggest health issues facing our families. We will continue to build on that legacy and work to reverse these trends so every mom and baby has the best possible start."
Expanded Celebrity Advocate Council
The organization's successes over the decades are thanks in large part to the time, energy and passion of its supporters across the country who are committed to improve health outcomes for families. The CAC is among the many ways that leaders from the entertainment and sports industries are fighting for the health of all moms and babies.
March of Dimes is pleased to welcome comedian, activist and maternal mental health advocate Angelina Spicer and singer and actress Ana Isabelle to the Council as its newest members.
Spicer, a longtime supporter of March of Dimes, has been an outspoken advocate for maternal mental health after her diagnosis and hospitalization of postpartum depression. Most recently, Spicer participated in a media event in Washington, DC with maternal and infant health experts, including Dr. Howell, to discuss the March of Dimes Report Card and to share her personal story. Isabelle recently worked with Steven Spielberg in the remake of "West Side Story" and served as the "godmother" of March of Dimes Puerto Rico's March for Babies to raise awareness about premature births. She also recently represented March of Dimes Puerto Rico during her appearances on Univision's "Mira Quién Baila" dance competition show.
Spicer and Isabelle join Ally Brooke, Allyson Felix, Andrew and Shawn Johnson East, Jade Roper-Tolbert, Nick Lachey, Porsha Williams, Rob Huebel, Tatyana Ali, and Whitney Port as members of the Council.
Proud History
The legacy of March of Dimes is one that's rooted in deep history, as well the human drive to help families in need. Established in 1938 as the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, the organization funded critical research that led to the polio vaccine and over the decades evolved to focus on birth defects prevention and ending preventable maternal and infant deaths and illnesses. Since its inception, March of Dimes has tackled some of the biggest health challenges facing our country by convening families, healthcare professionals, policymakers, community partners, donors, volunteers, advocates and many others, with a focus on those who bear the greatest burden of unjust health outcomes. To close the health equity gap, March of Dimes has launched initiatives across the organization, including mobilizing partners through the Mom and Baby Action Network and addressing the underlying challenges impacting families through local Collective Impact initiatives in nine communities.
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Democratic lawmakers say insurrectionists shouldn't be allowed to run for government
Legislation to bar insurrectionists from office has been proposed in New York, Connecticut, Virginia
Democratic lawmakers in a handful of states are trying to send a message two years after the violent attack on the U.S. Capitol: Those who engage in an attempted overthrow of the government shouldn’t be allowed to run it.
New York, Connecticut and Virginia are among states where proposed legislation would prohibit anyone convicted of participating in an insurrection from holding public office or a position of public trust, such as becoming a police officer.
While the bills vary in scope, their aim is similar.
"If you’ve tried to take down our government through violent means, in no way should you be part of it," New York state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal said.
He is sponsoring a bill that would bar people convicted of engaging in an insurrection or rebellion against the United States from holding civil office, meaning they would not be able to serve as a judge or member of the Legislature. Hoylman-Sigal said he introduced the bill this year because he saw more people who were involved in the riot in Washington on Jan. 6, 2021, running for office last year.
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He described the assault on the Capitol as "a real attack on the foundations of our free and fair democracy and the values which enable that to persist."
A Virginia lawmaker introduced a bill this month, on the second anniversary of the Capitol riot, that would prohibit anyone convicted of a felony related to an attempted insurrection or riot from serving in positions of public trust — including those involving policymaking, law enforcement, safety, education or health.
A Connecticut bill would prohibit people convicted of sedition, rebellion, insurrection or a felony related to one of those acts from running for or holding public office. Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff, who introduced the measure, told The Associated Press that he wants the legislation eventually to bar them from holding state or municipal jobs.
The legislation in the states comes after the House Jan. 6 committee's final report, which found Donald Trump criminally engaged in a conspiracy to overturn the lawful results of the 2020 presidential election he lost and failed to take action to stop his supporters from attacking the Capitol.
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The committee's recently concluded work may have provided another springboard for lawmakers to act and propose ways to hold people accountable, said Victoria Bassetti, a senior policy adviser at States United Democracy Center, a nonpartisan organization that advocates for fair elections.
Some Republicans say the legislation is unnecessary.
In New York, Republican Assemblyman Will Barclay, the minority leader, called the bill there a "political statement," saying it is "more political than it is a concern about public policy."
He said existing rules already apply to people in certain positions who are convicted of crimes and that those laws "should be sufficient."
The legislation is another example of how the Capitol riot has become a political Rorschach test in the country.
Many Republicans refuse to see the attempt to violently halt the presidential certification — which was based on lies that 2020 election was stolen — as an insurrection, while a strong majority of the party continues to believe that President Joe Biden was not legitimately elected. Even students are being taught different versions of the attack, depending on whether they live in more conservative or liberal parts of the nation.
The opposing realities came into sharp focus this month in Pennsylvania during a fraught exchange between two lawmakers.
In a committee hearing, Republican state Sen. Cris Dush slammed his gavel as he ruled Democratic state Sen. Amanda Cappelletti out of order after she described the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 as "the site of an insurrection."
"Insurrection, nobody has been charged with that," Dush said. "There’s not been a single charge against any of those people as insurrectionists. In this committee, we are not using that term."
Nearly 1,000 people have been charged in the Capitol riot with federal crimes, with about half of them pleading guilty to riot-related charges and more than three dozen convicted at trial. The charges range from misdemeanors for those accused of entering the Capitol illegally but not participating in violence to felony seditious conspiracy for far-right extremist group members accused of plotting to stop the transfer of presidential power.
In November, two leaders of the Oath Keepers extremist group were convicted of seditious conspiracy for what prosecutors alleged was a weekslong plot to use force to keep Trump in office. Leaders of the Proud Boys and additional members of the Oath Keepers are currently standing trial on the sedition charge, which carries up to 20 years behind bars.
Weeks after the committee exchange, Cappelletti told The Associated Press that it’s important to make sure people understand that the attack on the Capitol was an insurrection.
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"These are factually correct things," she said. "That doesn’t mean that we can’t disagree politically about policy or other things, but we can acknowledge that that happened and start to figure out how we move forward to work together to build up that public trust again."
Dush remained steadfast in his view that what unfolded on Jan. 6 was not an insurrection.
"If there had been some sort of plot for an insurrection, that would’ve come apart quite quickly after the government got the control back," he said in a phone interview.
There have been some earlier attempts to prevent certain officials from either running for or holding office.
A New Hampshire bill that would have barred anyone who participates in an insurrection or rebellion from holding office in the state died last year.
Also last year, groups brought lawsuits under a rarely cited section of the 14th Amendment dealing with insurrection. They sought to disqualify a handful of U.S. House members from seeking reelection for events surrounding the Jan. 6 riot.
In New Mexico, a state court in September disqualified a rural county commissioner from holding public office for engaging in the Capitol insurrection. Couy Griffin had been previously convicted in federal court of a misdemeanor for entering the Capitol grounds, without going inside the building. He was sentenced to 14 days and given credit for time served.
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The judge permanently barred Griffin, who was then an elected commissioner from Otero County, from federal and local public office.
In West Virginia, a former state lawmaker who pleaded guilty to a felony — civil disorder — for participating in the riot and who served time, announced earlier this month that he was running for Congress.
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Philadelphia has created an online portal dedicated to helping current and prospective landlords understand what city regulations and processes they need to follow, as well as what they should know about the city’s menu of affordable housing programs before participating.
Launched this week, the Landlord Gateway Program is designed to be a one-stop shop. It has information about rental licenses, property assessments, and how to become a Housing Choice landlord through the Philadelphia Housing Authority. The program also introduces landlords to the Eviction Diversion Program and details some of the financial resources available to them through the city, including the Rental Improvement Fund.
“The initiative is just basically what are the things that a landlord seeks the most when they come into the Municipal Services Building,” said Eboyne Williams with the Office of Homeless Services.
The new website represents a partnership with a total of 16 city departments and agencies, and is part of a broader effort to provide guidance to Philadelphia landlords. In July, the city launched the Landlord Affairs Unit to work with landlords one-on-one on their property needs. It currently has four employees, including Williams, who leads the unit.
And while the new unit and website aren’t solely dedicated to affordable housing issues, one of the main goals of these initiatives is to recruit more people to become affordable housing landlords, a persistent problem.
For example, Philadelphia receives approximately 19,500 housing choice vouchers from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. But the program only has about 19,000 units in its portfolio. The gap, combined with a history of landlords being resistant to taking on tenants with vouchers, makes it challenging for participating households to use the rent subsidy.
“When landlords are coming to the Landlord Affairs Unit for whatever help they need, we can still talk to them on the backend about affordable housing and trying us out, doing at least one [unit] to see how it goes,” said Williams.
Tom and Shevon Neely own a single family townhome in South Philadelphia — their first investment property as a couple. After learning about the housing choice voucher program from their property management company, they did some research and ultimately decided to participate.
They’re currently renting their place to a mother and her teenage daughter covered by an emergency housing choice voucher, a program OHS facilitates locally.
“We thought it was kind of a win-win. We had more reassurance in our monthly income. And then it was great for the people who are in the program that we could provide them with a good property to live in. And one that’s safe,” said Tom Neely.
The property management company did most of the leg work to get them enrolled in the program. Without that help, the couple said they still would have likely pursued the program, but perhaps with less gusto.
Shevon Neely said they waded through a lot of negative online reviews that likely would have made them question their decision if they also had to complete the program’s complex paperwork without any help.
“It kind of scared you away from it,” she said.
They say the Landlord Affairs Unit and the Landlord Gateway Program have the potential to get more people to go through with becoming affordable housing landlords.
“It would be great to streamline it for landlords to give them more incentive to do it. Because if they’re in between two candidates and they can get someone who’s not in that program in their house, and it’s a lot easier for them to do that, they’re most likely going to go with that option,” said Tom Neely.
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ATLANTA, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capstone, based in Charlotte, NC, is pleased to announce managing directors Jake Reid and Chad DeFoor have joined the firm's office in Atlanta, GA. Reid and DeFoor join current senior advisor, Tyler Hogan, and are further strengthened by the skills and expertise of transaction manager, Jennifer Taylor, and investment analyst, Brady Holcomb.
As managing director, Reid will lead the Atlanta office and continue the team's track record of success across the Southeast. During his 21-year career, Reid has represented clients in the dispositions and acquisitions of more than $2 billion in multifamily assets. Through the Capstone multifamily platform, Jake can represent owners in a client centric atmosphere which has quickly grown to the #1 privately owned multifamily brokerage nationwide.
After 9 years in multifamily brokerage at Marcus & Millichap he spent the following 12 years at Franklin Street in which he earned Top Producer in the Atlanta office for multiple years. Before his career in investment sales, Jake gained valuable experience in apartment management with LIT Properties based in Midtown Atlanta. In addition to existing multifamily sales, he has unique experience with the marketing of suburban land, urban infill, and adaptive reuse properties.
DeFoor specializes in the listing and sale of Class B and C assets for private and regional investors. He has sold over 35,000 apartment units, with a value more than $2.5 billion since 2011. Mr. DeFoor has over 21 years of experience in multifamily asset management, acquisitions, dispositions, and brokerage with an emphasis on Class B and C workforce housing. Prior to joining the Capstone team, he served as a Senior director of multifamily sales at Franklin Street's Atlanta office.
Capstone CEO, Mike Mosher, said: "We are thrilled to have Jake and Chad join Capstone, and we know their experience will only strengthen our ability to best serve our clients in Atlanta. Their incredible achievements in multifamily sales, entrepreneurial spirt, and drive is a perfect fit with Capstone's culture, and we look forward to seeing what they accomplish in the future."
Established in 2008, Capstone has completed transactions nationwide totaling more than $10B in sales volume. Capstone's clientele ranges across the private, public, institutional, and non-profit sectors and diverse multi-housing expertise includes conventional apartments, student housing, affordable housing, manufactured housing, multi-housing development sites, and capital placement.
The combination of Capstone's various service lines with this dynamic, experienced team in the firm's Atlanta office will only solidify Capstone's industry position as one of the nation's fastest growing multi-housing investment sales firms.
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(The Hill) – In an unprecedented decision, a federal judge in Texas has issued a stay that will shut down the prescribing and distribution of mifepristone in seven days, one of two drugs used for medication abortions that has been on the market in the U.S. for more than two decades.
District Court Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, an appointee of former President Trump, gave the government a weeklong window to appeal and seek emergency relief before his ruling goes into effect.
The FDA can appeal the decision to the conservative 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the judge has given the federal government seven days to seek relief. The case could eventually reach the Supreme Court.
Kacsmaryk sided with the antiabortion group that brought the lawsuit and said the agency’s approval process was improperly rushed, and resulted in an unsafe drug regimen getting on the market.
The drug was first approved in 2000, a process that took more than four years. It is indicated for use in abortions up to 10 weeks into a pregnancy. Mifepristone is also used by OB-GYNs to manage early miscarriages.
But the stay means FDA’s longstanding approval has been blocked, a move that the Justice Department argued was “extraordinary and unprecedented.” In court filings ahead of the March 15 hearing, the government said the lawsuit was based on false claims of severe complications from the drug.
The lawsuit was initially filed in November by the Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), a powerhouse conservative legal group that has helped author states’ anti-abortion laws and defended Mississippi in the case that led the Supreme Court to overturn the abortion protections granted in Roe v. Wade.
The lawsuit claims the drug is unsafe and alleges that the FDA failed to study it carefully enough. Legal experts said the argument was purely political and had no merit, but the lawsuit was strategically filed in the Northern District of Texas so that Kacsmaryk was guaranteed to hear it.
Medication abortion is the most common method for terminating a pregnancy, and ever since the Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade in June, pregnant Americans have increasingly turned to abortion pills.
Many of the country’s leading medical organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, said medication abortion is safe and effective.
Despite arguments from anti-abortion advocates, the medical groups said years of clinical evidence has shown there is a greater risk of complications or mortality for procedures like wisdom tooth removal, cancer-screening, colonoscopy, or the use of Viagra.
Medication abortion in the U.S. is a two-step process. The first step involves taking mifepristone, which is followed up 24 hours later by a dose of misoprostol, a drug first approved in the 1970s for stomach ulcers. In the absence of mifepristone, medical providers have said they would offer misoprostol only, though studies have shown it to be less effective | https://pix11.com/news/us-world-news/federal-judge-blocks-abortion-pill-approval/ | 2023-04-08 00:49:56 | 0 | https://pix11.com/news/us-world-news/federal-judge-blocks-abortion-pill-approval/ |
Project expands company's growing portfolio of zero-carbon power generation facilities
IRVING, Texas, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE: VST) today announced its Emerald Grove Solar Facility in Crane County, Texas, is online and generating electricity for summer. The 108-megawatt solar photovoltaic (PV) project is the third of seven new renewable and energy storage projects Vistra is bringing online across Texas over the next few years and the latest addition to the company's portfolio of zero-carbon power generation assets, known as Vistra Zero.
Vistra Zero projects completed and online in spring 2022 include:
- Brightside Solar Facility, Live Oak County, TX – 50 MW
- DeCordova Energy Storage Facility, Hood County, TX – 260 MW/260 MWh
- Emerald Grove Solar Facility, Crane County, TX – 108 MW
Together with its existing emission-free generation assets, including the most efficient nuclear plant in the country – Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, these projects bring the company's zero-carbon Vistra Zero portfolio to nearly 3,300 MW online, with plans to grow to more than 7,300 MW by 2026.
"With our Emerald Grove Solar Facility now online, Vistra has taken another important step in transitioning our fleet to cleaner electric generation," said Curt Morgan, CEO of Vistra. "In the two years since announcing a nearly $1 billion capital investment within ERCOT, our teams have executed with precision despite the challenges that exist today. We've shown that we can deliver the green energy alternatives many retail customers are looking for while providing affordable and reliable electricity to the growing Texas population."
Situated on 1,100 acres in Crane County, Emerald Grove is comprised of 316,416 photovoltaic solar panels that can generate enough electricity to power approximately 54,000 average residences in the ERCOT market during normal grid conditions. The facility's west Texas location allows the panels to take advantage of higher solar irradiance levels, increasing output just as demand climbs across the state.
"Emerald Grove is coming online in time to power Texas through what's predicted to be a record-breaking summer for energy use," said Jim Burke, Vistra president and chief financial officer. "Vistra's diverse set of power generation facilities allow us to combine battery storage and renewables, such as Emerald Grove, with dispatchable generation to provide lower-carbon, reliable electricity while maintaining grid resilience."
Emerald Grove Solar Facility utilizes solar panel technology from First Solar; Mortenson provided engineering and construction expertise.
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Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, providing essential resources for customers, commerce, and communities. Vistra combines an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail with safe, reliable, diverse, and efficient power generation. The company brings its products and services to market in 20 states and the District of Columbia, including six of the seven competitive wholesale markets in the U.S. and markets in Canada, as well. Serving nearly 4.3 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers with electricity and natural gas, Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and offers over 50 renewable energy plans. The company is also the largest competitive power generator in the U.S. with a capacity of approximately 39,000 megawatts powered by a diverse portfolio, including natural gas, nuclear, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. In addition, Vistra is a large purchaser of wind power. The company owns and operates the 400-MW/1,600-MWh battery energy storage system in Moss Landing, California, the largest of its kind in the world. Vistra is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company's sustainability report at https://www.vistracorp.com/sustainability/.
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TOPSHAM, Maine — Skijoring is returning to the Topsham Fairgrounds on Saturday for its second straight year, and there will be some added events to keep the crowd engaged and entertained.
A sport of Norwegian origin, skijoring translates to "ski driving." Skiers and snowboarders are pulled by horses and riders through a course of gates and jumps. Best time wins, and time penalties are given for any failures to follow the course correctly.
The event won't just be big horses pulling this year. Organizers have added a miniature horse division with a slalom course and jumps about a foot high if the skiers want to go over them.
Janice Hill, the Topsham Fair Association's entertainment superintendent, said there are five miniature horse teams registered for Saturday's event. That's in addition to 36 teams registered in the novice and pro divisions.
The bigger jumps are reserved for the novice and pro divisions. Organizers have been working to bring in wooden structures to be covered with snow ahead of Saturday.
The other new event this year is cowboy curling, and it's open to anyone who wants to try it. People will be separated into groups of four and then pulled one-by-one in a hard-bottom snow tube by a horse and rider. As the horse is pulling the tuber, the tuber throws the rope up in the air. Whoever glides the furthest wins their heat—and bragging rights, of course.
Participants must sign a release form and wear a helmet.
Until last year, Skijor Skowhegan was the only skijoring event in Maine. That event will be happening again this year on Feb. 25.
The Topsham Fair Association recognized the interest in the sport and decided to host a competition for the first time last year. The turnout was so large they actually had to turn people away due to a lack of parking.
"We've added a lot more parking this year, which includes designated handicap parking," Hill said.
Organizers are also bringing in more bleachers for additional seating space. Hill said there will be hot chocolate, baked goods, poutine, fried dough, barbecue, and other comfort foods for sale, as well as a beer garden run by the American Legion.
Hill said there would also be a 50/50 raffle in which the winner gets 50 percent, the Topsham Fair Association gets 25 percent, and the remaining 25 percent goes to a nonprofit.
No drones are allowed, Hill said, as they could spook the horses.
Gates open to participants at 7:30 a.m. and to the general public at 8 a.m. Only trucks with trailers are allowed to park on the infield. All other vehicles must park in the parking lots.
The competition begins at 10 a.m. The order of events is as follows:
- Novice Division
- Mini Division
- Pro Division
- Cowboy Curling
Tickets are $5 per person or $15 per family. Tickets will be available for purchase at the gate.
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Software engineer Robert Zeidman, who used his data analytics skills to debunk a false 2020 election conspiracy theory promoted by MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, says he has received many congratulatory messages, including from supporters of former President Donald Trump.
"I've made the argument that Lindell is hurting Trump much more than he's helping him because everything Lindell is presenting is so obviously bogus that it just makes any talk about voter fraud or voter integrity look silly. So even big Trump supporters thanked me," Zeidman said in an interview with Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep.
It started in August 2021, when the Las Vegas-based computer expert entered the "Prove Mike Wrong Challenge," in which Lindell offered $5 million to anyone who could prove that data he claimed shows China interfered in the 2020 presidential election were inaccurate.
After Zeidman determined that the data provided during a three-day "Cyber Symposium" in Sioux Falls, S.D., had nothing to do with the 2020 election results, Lindell refused to pay the promised amount. Last week, an arbitration panel ruled in Zeidman's favor and ordered Lindell to pay up.
"[Mr. Zeidman] proved the data Lindell LLC provided [...] unequivocally did not reflect November 2020 election data," the arbitrators wrote. "Failure to pay Mr. Zeidman the $5 million prize was a breach of the contract, entitling him to recover."
Despite the ruling, Zeidman, who describes himself as a conservative Republican, does not expect to see any money.
"Lindell will delay it as long as he can. But I also think he's going to lose in the cases that are brought against him by Dominion Voting Systems and Smartmatic, the voting machine companies," he says. "I think that'll put him out of business for good."
Both companies have filed defamation lawsuits against Lindell, claiming he falsely accused them of rigging the 2020 presidential election.
Lindell did not respond to a request for comment, but he told The Associated Press last week that he has no intention of paying the $5 million to Zeidman and that he expects the dispute will end up in court.
Zeidman, who voted for Trump twice, says the data provided at the symposium not only failed to prove any Chinese election interference that could have tipped the outcome in favor of Joe Biden, the data included no discernible information whatsoever.
"It was pages and pages of numbers. And in other cases, a table full of gibberish, as if someone had sat there for hours and just typed random stuff into a word processor," he says.
It took Zeidman just hours to disprove Lindell's election fraud claims based on the data provided. After submitting a 15-page report that laid out the specifics of his findings, Zeidman called his wife confidently telling her: "Think about what you want to do with $5 million."
That call came a little premature as it turns out, but Zeidman tells NPR that he's just thrilled that people appreciate what he did.
And whether he would vote for Trump for a third time, he hasn't made a decision: "I hope I have another choice in the upcoming election."
Ben Abrams produced the audio version. contributed to this story
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INDIANAPOLIS, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JDA Worldwide, a top creative agency, is proud to announce its collaboration with Major League Cricket (MLC) in creating the brand identity for the world-class, fast-paced T20 professional cricket league in America launching this summer. The new logo was unveiled on March 19th, showcasing a comprehensive brand system that will set the stage for the inaugural season in 2023.
The league will start with six franchises representing major US markets, including New York, Seattle, Washington DC, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Texas. JDA Worldwide has worked diligently to create an impactful and memorable brand identity that will resonate with American sports fans.
JDA Worldwide completed a comprehensive branding initiative to propel Major League Cricket toward its inaugural season in the United States.
MLC Vice President of Marketing Tom Dunmore said, "We chose to work with JDA because of their strategy-first mindset when it comes to building a brand. The team dove into the culture of cricket and worked with us to craft an outstanding brand identity for Major League Cricket that can help propel the sport's growth in the United States."
"Cricket is one of the most popular sports in the world and we are honored to be working with Major League Cricket in bringing this exciting professional league to the American audience," said Chance Benbow, CEO at JDA Worldwide. "Our collaboration with MLC reflects our dedication to creating brands that stand tall on an international stage, and we are confident that our partnership will play a key role in the successful launch of this thrilling addition to America's professional sports landscape."
As MLC gears up for the 2023 season in July, fans can look forward to experiencing the energy, excitement, and passion of world-class T20 cricket in a uniquely American context. With the support of JDA Worldwide's branding expertise, Major League Cricket is poised to make a lasting impact on the American sports scene.
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised the test of a “high-thrust solid-fuel motor” for a new strategic weapon, state media reported Friday, a development that could allow him to possess a more mobile, harder-to-detect arsenal of intercontinental ballistic missiles that can reach the mainland U.S.
Thursday’s “static firing test” of a missile engine at the country’s northwest rocket launch facility was the first of its kind in North Korea, the official Korean Central News Agency reported. It said that the test provided “a sure sci-tech guarantee for the development of another new-type strategic weapon system.”
Kim praised scientist and technicians over the test, saying he expected the new weapon would be built “in the shortest span of time,” KCNA said.
North Korea is likely referring to a solid-fueled ICBM, which is among an array of high-tech weapons systems that Kim vowed to introduce during a major ruling Workers’ Party conference early last year. Other weapons systems Kim promised to manufacture include a multi-warhead missile, underwater-launched nuclear missiles and spy satellites.
The latest motor test showed that North Korea is determined to carry out Kim’s vows to develop such sophisticated weapons systems despite its pandemic-related domestic hardships and U.S.-led international pressures to curb its nuclear program. In recent months, North Korea has test-fired a barrage of nuclear-capable ballistic missiles including last month’s launch of its developmental, longest-range Hwasong-17 ICBM designed to carry multiple warheads. Some experts say North Korea would eventually use an expanded arsenal to seek sanctions relief and other concessions from the United States.
“We’d been expecting a test of this kind for a while. Large-diameter solid propellant rocket motors will enable North Korea to deploy larger submarine-launched missiles and, more importantly, more survivable and responsive intercontinental-range ballistic missiles,” said Ankit Panda, an expert with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
“Unlike liquid propellant missiles, solid propellant missiles are fueled at the time of manufacture and can thus be released far more quickly in a war, all else being equal,” Panda said. “I wouldn’t be surprised if they’d look to do additional testing and development of these motors before moving to flight-testing.”
The fuel in solid-propellant rockets is already loaded inside, which helps to shorten launch preparation times, increase the weapon’s mobility and make it harder for outsiders to detect what’s happening before liftoff. North Korea already has a growing arsenal of short-range, solid-fueled ballistic missiles targeting key targets in South Korea, including U.S. military bases there.
According to the KCNA report, Thursday’s test was to verify specific technical features of the high-thrust solid-fuel motor based on the thrust vector controlling technology. It said the test results showed all the technical indices proved its reliability and stability.
Joseph Dempsey, research associate for defense and military analysis at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, said it’s difficult to assess the thrust output claimed by North Korea. But he said that “what is potentially significant is the claimed ‘thrust vector controlling technology,’ with imagery suggested gimbaled exhaust nozzle which can redirect the thrust to effectively steer the missile.”
He said that’s a much more advanced method of thrust vectoring than a previous method traditionally used on the North’s solid motor missiles.
“Testing a gimbaled nozzle could therefore represent an important technological waypoint toward North Korea’s stated goal of a solid motor ICBM,” Dempsey said. “However what other technical challenges remain and how far away a flight test of such a system is remains unknown.” | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/international/ap-north-korea-performs-key-test-to-build-more-agile-icbm/ | 2022-12-16 19:17:41 | 1 | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/international/ap-north-korea-performs-key-test-to-build-more-agile-icbm/ |
TODAY’S SPORTS ON TV
Wednesday, January 18
COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S)
6:30 p.m.
FS1 — UConn at Seton Hall
7 p.m.
ACCN — Pittsburgh at Louisville
BTN — Ohio St. at Nebraska
CBSSN — Saint Louis at Loyola of Chicago
ESPN2 — Auburn at LSU
ESPNU — Virginia Tech at Virginia
SECN — Florida at Texas A&M
8:30 p.m.
FS1 — Xavier at DePaul
9 p.m.
BTN — Northwestern at Iowa
CBSSN — Providence at Marquette
ESPNU — Oklahoma at Oklahoma St.
SECN — Arkansas at Missouri
10 p.m.
PAC-12N — Oregon at California
10:30 p.m.
FS1 — San Diego St. at Colorado St.
GOLF
2:30 a.m. (Thursday)
GOLF — DP World Tour: The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, First Round, Yas Links, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
NBA BASKETBALL
7:45 p.m.
ESPN — Atlanta at Dallas
10:05 p.m.
ESPN — Minnesota at Denver
NHL HOCKEY
7:30 p.m.
TNT — Boston at NY Islanders
10 p.m.
TNT — Dallas at San Jose
SOCCER (MEN’S)
2 p.m.
CBSSN — The Italian Super Cup: AC Milan vs. Inter Milan, Final, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
TENNIS
3 p.m.
ESPN2 — ATP/WTA: The Australian Open, Second Round, Melbourne, Australia (Taped)
9 p.m.
ESPN2 — ATP/WTA: The Australian Open, Second Round, Melbourne, Australia
WORLD UNIVERSITY GAMES
11 a.m.
ESPN2 — FISU: World University Games, Lake Placid, N.Y.
LOCAL SPORTS
ICE HOCKEY — Traverse City West v. Traverse City Central at Howe Arena, 6p; Big Rapids at Cadillac, 7p; Petoskey at Gaylord, 6p
BOYS BASKETBALL — Grand Traverse Academy at Leland, 7p; Buckley at Ellsworth, 7p; Central Lake at Gaylord St. Mary, 7p; Lake City at Manton, 7p; Bellaire at Johannesburg-Lewiston, 7p; Pellston at Forest Area, 7:30p; Onaway at Mancelona, 7:30p; Houghton Lake at McBain, 7; Pine River at McBain Northern Michigan Christian, 7p
GIRLS BASKETBALL — Leland at Grand Traverse Academy, 7:30p; Onekama at Brethren, 7:30p; Houghton Lake at McBain, 5:30p
WRESTLING — Traverse City Central at Cadillac, 6p; Big North Conference meet at Traverse City West, 6p; Manistee tri, 5p | https://www.record-eagle.com/sports/local_sports/today-in-sports-1-18-2023/article_528ca0b4-96a5-11ed-957a-0b7447cf8157.html | 2023-01-18 13:54:45 | 1 | https://www.record-eagle.com/sports/local_sports/today-in-sports-1-18-2023/article_528ca0b4-96a5-11ed-957a-0b7447cf8157.html |
LONDON (AP) — British food prices rose at the fastest pace since 1980 last month, driving inflation back to a 40-year high and heaping pressure on the embattled government to balance the books without gutting help for the nation’s poorest residents.
Food prices jumped 14.6% in the year through September, led by the soaring cost of staples such as meat, bread, milk and eggs, the Office for National Statistics said Wednesday. That pushed consumer price inflation back to 10.1%, the highest since early 1982 and equal to the level last reached in July.
The figures immediately fueled demands that the government do more to help families and retirees as it struggles to regain credibility after an ill-fated package of tax cuts roiled financial markets. Treasury chief Jeremy Hunt ditched the package after he took office last week, but he has warned that this will be a difficult winter and spending reductions also will be needed.
Glenn Sanderson, head teacher at St. Aidan’s Catholic Academy in Sunderland, said schools across the country are finding it difficult to feed needy children, with many diverting money from textbooks and classroom teaching to subsidize meal programs. The suggestion of government budget cuts in this environment is “appalling,” he said.
“Parents … are having to make difficult decisions — do they pay the bus fare to send their child to education or do they use that money to feed their child?” Sanderson told the BBC. “In today’s society, I find that completely unacceptable.”
Hunt this week told the House of Commons that the government would “prioritize help for the most vulnerable while delivering wider economic stability.”
Prime Minister Liz Truss reinforced that point during the weekly prime minister’s questions session Wednesday, repeating a previous commitment to increase pensions in line with inflation. She didn’t make a similar promise on benefits but hinted they would.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has boosted food and energy prices worldwide, with shipments of natural gas, grains and cooking oil disrupted. That added to price rises that began last year as the global economy started to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
While the jump in food costs took the biggest bite out out of household budgets in Britain last month, prices are rising across the board. Transportation costs jumped 10.9%, furniture and households goods rose 10.8%, and clothing was up 8.4%. Housing costs rose 9.3%, driven by the rising price of energy.
The government has sought to shield consumers from the impact of rising energy prices by capping the cost of electricity and natural gas. But Hunt has now limited the price cap to six months, instead of the two years originally promised.
That means inflation is likely to stay higher for longer than previously forecast, said Jack Leslie, senior economist at the Resolution Foundation, a think tank that focuses on improving living standards for low- and middle-income people.
“This bleak outlook means that family incomes will continue to fall sharply again next year, especially as support with energy bills is withdrawn,” Leslie said in a statement. “That is the context of debates within government about whether previous commitments to uprate benefits or pensions in line with prices should be the next U-turn to be announced.”
Faster inflation also fuels expectations that the Bank of England will raise interest rates further and faster as it struggles to return inflation to its 2% target.
The central bank is trying to slow inflation without tipping Britain into recession. The British economy shrank an estimated 0.3% in August after growing just 0.1% in July, according to ONS figures.
“Today’s hotter-than-anticipated inflation reading paves the way for another aggressive interest rate increase from the Bank of England at its next meeting in early November,” said Victoria Scholar, head of investment at Interactive Investor. “However, the central bank is between a rock and a hard place as it looks to curb price pressures without inadvertently adding to the risk of recession.’’
It’s the same calculation going on in other countries, but the U.S. Federal Reserve has signaled it will continue its rapid rate hikes to combat inflation that is at a decades-high 8.3%.
The European Central Bank at its meeting next week is expected to make another big increase to curtail record inflation in the 19 countries that use the euro currency. The EU’s statistics agency, Eurostat, on Wednesday adjusted eurozone inflation for September down slightly to 9.9%. | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/ap-uk-inflation-accelerates-to-40-year-high-amid-food-cost-rise/ | 2022-10-19 12:08:18 | 0 | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/ap-uk-inflation-accelerates-to-40-year-high-amid-food-cost-rise/ |
The Pininfarina Battista electric supercar has set a quarter-mile record for production cars, managing an 8.55-second run, Pininfarina announced Thursday.
That time narrowly beats the 8.58-second quarter mile recorded by the Rimac Nevera, which shares components with the Battista, in 2021. The record run was conducted earlier this month at the Natrax test facility in India, home country of Pininfarina’s parent company, Mahindra.
Pininfarina is also claiming a half-mile acceleration record of 13.38 seconds, and noted that the 222.4-mph top speed achieved by test driver Hormazd Sorabjee makes the Battista the fastest production car on Indian soil. Renuka Kirpalani recorded a 221.8-mph top speed in the Battista, making her the fastest female Indian driver in the world, according to Pininfarina. Video of the record runs can be seen below.
The Battista also previously achieved a record 0-60 mph time of 1.79 seconds, again beating the Rimac Nevera, which needed 1.85 seconds to achieve the same feat. The 0-60 mph time was achieved with one foot of rollout, but Pininfarina didn’t specify if that was the case with the quarter-mile time. Without rollout, i.e. timing acceleration from a complete standstill, times would be slightly slower.
While the Battista is quicker in acceleration than the Nevera, the Rimac still has the advantage in top speed. It hit 256 mph in testing, which is a record for a production EV.
The Battista is powered by a 120-kwh T-shaped battery pack that feeds four electric motors good for a combined output of 1,874 hp. For the Indian acceleration tests, Pininfarina fitted Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires, while the top-speed tests were done with Pilot Sport Cup 2 rubber. Both tires are available on production cars, according to Pininfarina, of which just 150 will be built. U.S. deliveries began last year.
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NEW YORK, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kicking off the inaugural Turkish Cuisine Week, the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism's New York office held a celebration of Anatolian cuisine and traditional flavors on the evening of May 23, 2022 on the terrace of the Turkish House, overlooking the United Nations. With renowned Turkish Master Chef Ismet Saz leading the kitchen, more than 180 journalists, members of the Turkish Embassy and guests of the Embassy dined on exquisite Turkish dishes, wines and spirits.
The event kicked off with opening remarks by the Consul General of Turkey Reyhan Özgür and the Turkish Ambassador to the United States Hasan Murat Mercan, followed by a video of remarks from First Lady Emine Erdoğan and a traditional Turkish dance performance. Chef Ismet Saz amazed attendees with a cooking demonstration. For images of the event, click here.
Guests then dined on a wide variety of classic Anatolian dishes part of a menu curated and prepared by Chef Saz including Zucchini and Calamari Fritters with Pomegranate Reduction Sauce and Salted Yogurt; Hünkar Beğendi Braised Beef with Velvety Smoked Eggplant Puree; Stuffed Grape Leaves with Sour Cherries (known as Sarma); Quince Carpaccio with Double Cream and Walnut and many other dishes.
Several recipes of dishes served at the event are available on the official website for Turkish Cuisine Week (TurkishCuisineWeek.com) and in the new book, Turkish Cuisine with Timeless Recipes. An online guide to Türkiye's cuisine, TurkishCuisineWeek.com offers curious guests an in-depth look at Türkiye's history through its food. Recipes on the website include: Dolma; Bitter Almond Cookies; and classic Ottoman sherbets. Cooking videos by award-winning Turkish chefs including Ismet Saz, Ali Ronay, Sinem Özler and many more are also available for a more in-depth walkthrough of a selection of recipes. Scholars and academics have also published articles on the website, explaining the history, sustainable impact and nutritional value of Turkish cuisine.
Türkiye is home to three UNESCO Creative Cities in the field of gastronomy: Gaziantep, Hatay and Afyonkarahisar. Each city is known for its culturally significant gastronomic scenes reflecting centuries of knowledge and cultural heritage. Istanbul also recently made headlines as the 38th international destination of the world-leading restaurant rating organization, Michelin, which will reveal its compendium of the best restaurants of the city on October 11, 2022.
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12 metrics employers are using today to measure employee engagement
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12 metrics employers are using today to measure employee engagement
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Modern companies understand that engaged employees—those who feel a positive mental and emotional connection to their work, their teams, and their organization—build better office cultures and yield higher performance.
Employers can improve employee engagement by offering rewards like raises and promotions for excellent work. Efforts to make employees feel heard and valued also help keep workers connected to each other and the company. Sending inconsistent messaging about core company values or building one-way, top-down internal communications can easily hinder these efforts, and leave employees feeling disconnected or disregarded.
The Gallup polling company surveys companies around the world and honors those whose employees are the most engaged with a Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award. At top organizations, about 71% of employees are engaged—far above the 15% global average engagement level and the 35% average in the U.S.
ABC Supply, a Wisconsin-based building supply company with more than 17,000 employees, is one of just two companies that have won Gallup’s award every year since it was created in 2007. The company says its employees’ engagement is crucial to its growth and success.
Building a strong and engaged workplace culture takes work and often starts with clear and open lines of communication between leadership and employees. To help better understand employee perspectives, Nextiva examined Gallup’s Q12 Employee Engagement Survey and identified some of the measures that people use to determine their satisfaction and engagement with their jobs—whether working in person, hybrid, or fully remote.
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#1. I know what is expected of me at work.
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– Foundational level: Basic needs
According to Gallup’s survey, just half of all employees globally understand what their employers expect of them at their workplace, and how their performance helps co-workers and the organization as a whole. Gallup’s survey shows that organizations that can boost the ratio of employees who understand what is expected of them at work to 80% can cut employee turnover by 22%, reduce safety incidents by 29%, and enhance productivity by 10%.
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#2. I have the materials and equipment I need to do my work right.
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– Foundational level: Basic needs
Employees who don’t have what they need to do their work cannot be productive. It’s common to associate employees’ needs with tools or equipment. But workers also have less tangible needs, like access to information that makes it easier to get work done.
Surveys show that one in three employees globally agree they have what they need to do their job. Organizations that can double that ratio could potentially see an 11% increase in profitability. Equipping employees with their basic needs can reduce safety incidents by 35% and improve their output by 28%. Managers cannot simply assume they understand what their teams need; they must find out what people need to do their work effectively.
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#3. At work, I have the opportunity to do what I do best every day.
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– Foundational level: Individual contribution
Most workplaces include a wide range of people with different personal and work-related strengths, skills, and abilities. Employers who let employees use those talents can help them feel fulfilled and give them a sense of purpose while also improving productivity and attracting and retaining other great workers.
Gallup’s survey revealed that approximately 33% of workers strongly agree across the globe that they have the chance to do what they do best each day. Employers who create an environment where employees can leverage their skills could increase customer engagement scores by 6% and profitability by 11%. Furthermore, doubling this ratio can cut turnovers down by 30% and reduce safety incidents by 36%.
Exceptional managers get to know their team members personally and allow them to showcase their unique value through their work.
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#4. In the last seven days, I have received recognition or praise for doing good work.
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– Foundational level: Individual contribution
An essential part of employee engagement is ensuring that people feel valued. Employees who do not feel valued in their workplaces are much more likely to quit their jobs. Recognizing employees’ good work also shows other employees what success looks like. Gallup’s survey reveals that 25% of workers strongly agree that they had been commended or recognized for their hard work the previous week.
If employers can increase that ratio to 60%, quality would improve by 28%, absenteeism would decrease by 31%, and shrinkage would reduce by 12%. The best way to apply this strategy would be to create an environment rich in recognition, with multiple sources of appreciation.
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#5. My supervisor, or someone at work, seems to care about me as a person.
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– Foundational level: Individual contribution
Many employers try to avoid being perceived as “soft” by their employees. Still, at every level of an organization, employers need to regard their employees as the organization’s backbone. People who feel cared for and valued are more likely to be innovative and take the initiative. Employees who feel connected to their organization also make great ambassadors for the workplace. Surveys show that 40% of employees strongly agree that their supervisor or colleague shows concern for them as a person.
Improving that ratio to 80% can do a world of good for any organization, which may see that improvement bring an 8% uptick in customer engagement scores, a 46% decrease in safety issues, and a 41% decrease in absenteeism.
The personal touch of showing someone you care about them cannot be manufactured. However, by increasing one-on-one interactions and acknowledging achievements, managers may create environments where employees feel safe and cared for at work.
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#6. There is someone at work who encourages my development.
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– Foundational level: Individual contribution
According to data from the Gallup survey, people leave jobs most frequently for lack of professional advancement chances. But it’s not always the workers’ fault. Some are ready to learn, grow, and have skills to move up but don’t know how to navigate that phase of their careers.
Employers who provide guidance through mentoring, engagement, visibility, or task assignments are highly regarded and encourage higher levels of loyalty. The surveys show that 30% of employees strongly agree that a colleague at work supports their personal development. Organizations can see improvements in customer engagement ratings of 6%, profitability of 11%, and absenteeism reduction of 28% by raising this ratio to 60%.
Managers who can coach employees to learn, grow, and take on new challenges have better results, especially in retaining staff.
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#7. At work, my opinions seem to count.
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– Foundational level: Teamwork
Older work models often had managers who were expected to know it all. More modern management involves constant dialogue with colleagues to consider all options before deciding on the best course of action, and to ensure everyone’s views are heard. Gallup data shows that 25% of employees feel listened to when expressing their opinions. It is possible for organizations to reduce turnover and safety incidents, and to enhance productivity by as much as 10% if they can double that ratio. Workers’ input can identify new opportunities and help employees connect with each other and their managers.
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#8. The mission or purpose of my company makes me feel my job is important.
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– Foundational level: Teamwork
Everyone wants to know that their effort has a more significant meaning and that their job isn’t just a job. A sense of purpose is a critical element in attracting and retaining staff. Global surveys revealed that about 33% of employees strongly agree that the direction and purpose of their organization made their jobs feel more critical.
If organizations focus on this metric and double this ratio, key performance metrics like absenteeism and patient safety could be improved. Additionally, this can translate to a 19% boost in work output. Good leaders identify ways to show every employee how their role fits and supports the organization’s mission. In addition, opportunities for employees to share moments when they felt especially connected to the mission can inspire others and make the collective sense of purpose more concrete.
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#9. My associates or fellow employees are committed to doing quality work.
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– Foundational level: Teamwork
Interconnected modern workplaces require team members to depend on each other heavily to do their jobs. But a team is only as strong as its weakest member, and if people think a teammate doesn’t share the same dedication, morale can tumble. According to a Gallup study, one-third of employees strongly believe that their co-workers are devoted to producing high-quality work. By simply doubling this ratio, businesses can trim turnover and absenteeism by 31%, raise profits by 12%, and enhance customer engagement ratings by 7%. A transparent system of accountability for individuals and the team can ensure clear performance measures and that everyone understands their interdependence.
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#10. I have a best friend at work.
Two people chatting in an office.
– Foundational level: Teamwork
When workers feel connected to their co-workers, they make better business judgments. According to surveys, 30% of workers firmly agree that they have the closest buddy at work. Organizations could experience 28% fewer safety incidents, 5% higher customer engagement scores, and 10% higher profit if that ratio increased to 60% or above. A relaxed environment created by excellent managers can foster workplace friendships.
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#11. In the last six months, someone at work has talked to me about my progress.
An employee performance evaluation form.
– Foundational level: Growth
Career growth is significant to employees. Performance evaluations are vital—whether formal or informal—and can help align an employee’s self-perception with their actual work performance. Discussing workers’ strengths and weaknesses can help them feel understood and identify ways they can contribute more effectively. Gallup surveys reveal that one-third of employees worldwide strongly agree that a colleague at work has checked up on their progress in the last six months. By pushing this ratio to about 66%, organizations can materially see a 38% drop in safety incidents, a 28% reduction in absenteeism, and an 11% increase in profit.
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#12. This last year, I have had opportunities at work to learn and grow.
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– Foundational level: Growth
Constantly keeping workers learning is a great way to sustain employee motivation and momentum. People are more likely to stay in organizations where they feel forward motion in addition to personal and professional progress. According to studies, only 33% of employees strongly agree that they have the opportunity to learn and develop at work. The survey further revealed that by improving this ratio to 66%, organizations could see 39% lower absenteeism, a 36% reduction in safety incidents, and a 14% spike in productivity.
Encouraging employees to develop themselves makes the environment conducive to work. In this type of environment, employees don’t feel the need to skip work, and productivity and profits increase. Offering employees opportunities to learn and grow through company programs or other forums helps keep them engaged and fulfilled.
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TROUP COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) — Two tigers that “briefly escaped” following a possible tornado in Southwest Georgia were recaptured, Pine Mountain Safari said Sunday.
“THE TIGERS ARE SAFE!” the safari wrote on Facebook, saying its facilities were damaged in the severe storm. “Fortunately, none of our animals and employees were hurt. However, several animal enclosures were breached, and two tigers briefly escaped.”
The tigers were tranquilized and returned to a secure enclosure, Pine Mountain Safari said.
The tornado reportedly touched down early Sunday in Troup County, Georgia, near the Alabama border, according to the Georgia Mutual Aid Group. Affected areas included the county seat of LaGrange, about 67 miles southwest of Atlanta.
The National Weather Service will look at the damage to confirm whether the storm was in fact a tornado.
The suspected tornado was just one of several instances of severe weather in the South over the weekend. At least 25 people were killed and dozens of others were injured in Mississippi as the massive storm ripped through several towns on its hour-long path. One man was killed in Alabama after his trailer home flipped over several times.
Search and recovery crews resumed the daunting task of digging through the debris of flattened and battered homes, commercial buildings and municipal offices after hundreds of people were displaced, even as the National Weather Service warned of a risk of more severe weather Sunday — including high winds, large hail and possible tornadoes in Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.
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Ryu sharp in 1st win of year, Blue Jays beat Votto, Reds 2-1
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Associated Press
TORONTO (AP) — Hyun Jin Ryu pitched six shutout innings to earn his first victory of the season, and the Blue Jays held Reds star Joey Votto in check in his return from COVID-19 as Toronto beat Cincinnati 2-1. Making his fourth start of the season and his second after being activated off the injured list because of a sore forearm, Ryu allowed six hits, including five doubles, walked none and struck out three. Playing a series in his Canadian hometown for the fourth time, and the first since 2017, Votto went 1 for 4 with a double. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/20/ryu-sharp-in-1st-win-of-year-blue-jays-beat-votto-reds-2-1/ | 2022-05-21 03:06:48 | 1 | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/20/ryu-sharp-in-1st-win-of-year-blue-jays-beat-votto-reds-2-1/ |
It's officially goodbye to the Hellmouth.
Sarah Michelle Gellar may have staked her name in TV history as the titular demon hunter in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but she has no desire to return to Sunnydale anytime soon. However, that doesn't mean she's completely against a new slayer rising to power.
While admitting that a reboot with her at the helm "doesn't need to be done," the 45-year-old tells SFX Magazine she does support a new generation of female empowerment, per MovieWeb.
"I love the way the show was left: 'Every girl who has the power can have the power.' It's set up perfectly for someone else to have the power," Gellar shares. "The metaphors of Buffy were the horrors of adolescence. I think I look young, but I am not an adolescent."
The Buffy star previously handpicked Zendaya as her successor when celebrating the iconic series' 25th anniversary in 2022 for the book, Into Every Generation a Slayer is Born: How Buffy Staked Our Hearts.
Gellar was joined by Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, Anthony Stewart Head, David Boreanaz, Seth Green, James Marsters, Marc Blucas, Emma Caulfield, Michelle Trachtenberg and Amber Benson across the Joss Whedon show's seven seasons on The WB and UPN from 1997 to 2003. Additionally, the series spawned the spinoff Angel starring Boreanaz for five seasons of its own.
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SPOKANE, Wash. and SALT LAKE CITY, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gestalt Diagnostics Inc., a leading provider of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered digital pathology solutions, and ARUP Laboratories, a national academic reference laboratory with hospital and health system clients in all 50 states, today announced that ARUP has selected Gestalt's award-winning PathFlow® digital platform as the solution to support its comprehensive vision for digital pathology.
The alignment of vision, purpose, and technical solutions between the two companies will enable ARUP to continue to build a suite of integrated digital pathology workflows. Gestalt provides AI-powered technology and solutions, integrating key decision-support data, that enable pathologists to seamlessly and accurately diagnose* patients. Deep integration with scanners and AI vendors provides a streamlined environment with plug-in access to the latest innovations in patient diagnostics. PathFlow's digital platform enables real-time collaboration and ensures that leading healthcare, academic and forward-thinking institutions such as ARUP have the foundation to support their strategic digital pathology initiatives today and in the future.
"It is an exciting time to leverage AI-powered cloud-based software technology in healthcare, and to be able to partner with organizations such as ARUP to provide a foundation for the advancement of research and diagnostics in patient care," said Lisa-Jean Clifford, Gestalt COO & Chief Strategy Officer. "We are humbled and excited to be selected and welcome such a forward-thinking, patient-centric organization to our growing list of customers."
"Gestalt's ability to offer a platform that addresses the clinical, education and research spaces, and its agnostic approach to hardware and laboratory information systems combined with Gestalt-built and third-party AI applications, provides the flexibility to expand digital pathology in a thoughtful manner," said Daniel Albertson, MD, ARUP division chief of Anatomic Pathology and Molecular Oncology. "Using PathFlow, we will be able to grow and continue to serve our clients and patients in the best way possible."
Gestalt Diagnostics, Inc.
Gestalt Diagnostics transforms pathology through an intelligent, configurable, vendor-neutral, and AI-driven digital workflow that provides true interoperability enabling pathologists to diagnose* diseases faster and more efficiently. Our PathFlow solution consists of professional, education, and research modules for ease of mixing and matching the digital needs of your facility in a single solution, freeing pathologists from tedious, repetitive, and manual tasks allowing them to focus on their expertise, equipping pathologists with key data to provide the best care in the fight against disease, including cancer. To learn more, visit www.gestaltdiagnostics.com and follow @Gestalt on LinkedIn and @Gestalt122 on Twitter.
ARUP Laboratories
Founded in 1984, ARUP Laboratories is a national reference laboratory and a nonprofit enterprise of the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. ARUP offers more than 3,000 tests and test combinations, ranging from routine screening tests to esoteric molecular and genetic assays. ARUP serves clients across the United States, including many of the nation's top university teaching hospitals and children's hospitals, as well as multihospital groups, major commercial laboratories, group purchasing organizations, military and other government facilities, and major clinics. In addition, ARUP is a worldwide leader in innovative laboratory research and development, led by the efforts of the ARUP Institute for Clinical and Experimental Pathology®. ARUP is ISO 15189 CAP accredited.
*Research Use Only (RUO) unless following CAP guidelines for LDT. CE-certified per in vitro diagnostic Medical Device Directive 98/79/EEC.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A dive boat captain pleaded not guilty in federal court for a second time to manslaughter in the fiery deaths of 34 people trapped below deck on his burning vessel three years ago off Southern California.
A federal grand jury issued a new indictment last month alleging that captain Jerry Boylan acted with gross negligence aboard the Conception during one of the deadliest maritime disasters in recent U.S. history. A judge had thrown out the original case against Boylan on the third anniversary of the Sept. 2, 2019, tragedy.
Boylan made a brief appearance Thursday in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles, and his trial was scheduled for Dec. 20.
Boylan faces 10 years in prison if convicted of a single count of misconduct or neglect of a ship officer — a pre-Civil War statute known as “seaman’s manslaughter” that was designed to hold steamboat captains and crew responsible for maritime disasters.
All 33 passengers and a crew member who were trapped in the Conception’s bunk room died.
Boylan, who frantically radioed for help after he and four crew members sleeping above deck awoke to the fire, was the first man overboard and then told his crew to abandon ship rather than fight the fire, the indictment said.
He is accused of failing to train his crew, conduct fire drills and post a roving night watchman on the boat.
Prosecutors brought the second case against Boylan after U.S. District Judge George Wu in September dismissed the original indictment because it did not mention gross negligence, an element required to prove the crime.
The subsequent indictment alleges Boylan “acted with a wanton or reckless disregard for human life by engaging in misconduct, gross negligence and inattention to his duties.”
Officials blamed the owners of the vessel, Truth Aquatics Inc., for a lack of oversight even though federal safety investigators never found the cause of the fire. The owners, Glen and Dana Fritzler, have not been criminally charged.
Truth Aquatics is seeking to avoid payouts to the families of the victims under a provision in federal maritime law. Family members of the dead have filed claims against the Fritzlers and the company, and have sued the U.S. Coast Guard.
Family members of those who perished at sea showed up for Boylan’s arraignment and said it has been a trying three years seeking accountability.
“It’s been a long journey, a very hard journey. And learning to live with grief is very difficult,” said Susana Solano Rosas, who lost three daughters in the fire. “Today means that hopefully we can see a little bit of justice. … The court is going to move along and try this man, try this captain who allowed our 34 to be killed and burned on that boat.” ___
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What to expect in the 2022 midterm elections By Domenico Montanaro Published November 8, 2022 at 4:25 PM EST Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Polls, races to watch and vote counting: here's what to expect in the 2022 midterm elections. Copyright 2022 NPR | https://www.mainepublic.org/2022-11-08/what-to-expect-in-the-2022-midterm-elections | 2022-11-08 22:21:31 | 1 | https://www.mainepublic.org/2022-11-08/what-to-expect-in-the-2022-midterm-elections |
All legacy business unit brands transitioning to uniformly aligned corporate image, further strengthening TekniPlex's presence in various sectors.
WAYNE, Pa., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TekniPlex, a leading materials science solutions partner, has announced a comprehensive rebrand intended to streamline its corporate identity and further leverage its broad name recognition.
The global effort comes as TekniPlex is in the midst of unprecedented growth. With 15 acquisitions in the last five years, the company has effectively doubled in size. This growth culminated in a recent reorganization of its lines of business into two primary divisions: TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products. The rebrand is the next market-facing step in this evolution.
"By consolidating all brands under the TekniPlex name, we will be able to better service our customers by providing them greater visibility into the full-breadth of our capabilities and offerings," said Brenda Chamulak, President & CEO of TekniPlex. "We will also be able to more thoroughly leverage the synergies between our businesses, and solidify our position as a leading materials science solutions partner to many of the world's largest brands."
The updated brand structure unites all business units under two divisions -- Healthcare and Consumer Products. Previous business unit brand names will no longer be used in market-facing environments. The transition to a more uniform market presence will take place over time.
Uniting under the TekniPlex Healthcare division brand are legacy business units Colorite, Natvar, Dunn, JPG, TekniPlex Flexibles, TekniFilms, TekniPlex Europe, TekniPlex Gallazzi, Beyers Plastics, Lameplast and LF of America, previously known as "Medical" and "Healthcare Packaging".
Uniting under the TekniPlex Consumer Products division are legacy businesses Dolco, TriSeal, Action Technology, MMC Packaging Equipment, Grupo Phoenix, M-Industries, Geraldiscos, Keyes and Fibro.
TekniPlex is a globally integrated company that provides innovative solutions through materials science and manufacturing technologies. A global leader in the healthcare and consumer product markets, TekniPlex provides medical device components and a multitude of materials science solutions that lead to a healthier and more sustainable world. Its solutions are found in some of the most well-known names in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, personal care, household, and food & beverage markets.
Headquartered in Wayne, Pa., TekniPlex employs 7,000 team members throughout its operations in Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Northern Ireland, and the United States. For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com.
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LANDSKRONA, Sweden, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SAF-HOLLAND SE ("SAF-HOLLAND") declared the public offer for Haldex Aktiebolag ("Haldex" or the "Company") unconditional on 18 August 2022. SAF-HOLLAND controls more than 90 per cent of the shares in Haldex and has communicated its intention to squeeze out the remaining shares in the Company.
The Board of Haldex has today resolved to apply for delisting of the Company's shares from Nasdaq Stockholm. The last day of trading in the Company's shares on Nasdaq Stockholm will be announced as soon as the Company has received confirmation from Nasdaq Stockholm.
The Board of Haldex has further today resolved to convene an Extraordinary General Meeting to be held on Wednesday, 14 September 2022, for the purposes of, among other things, electing new Board members.
For further information, please contact:
Linda Carlsson, Head of Legal
Jenny Boström, Investor Relations Manager
Phone: +46 418 47 62 01
E-mail: ir@haldex.com
The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, at 18:30 CEST on 18 August 2022.
About Haldex
Over 100 years of powerful innovation gives Haldex unsurpassed expertise when it comes to braking systems and air suspension systems for heavy trucks, trailers, and buses. We live and breathe our business with the goal to deliver robust and technically superior solutions which is founded in a deep insight in our customer's reality. Through focusing on our core competences and the passion we all share, we achieve the agility and flexibility that the market demands. Innovative collaborations aren't only the core of our products, but our philosophy. Our
2 000 employees, spread out across four continents, challenge the conventional on a daily basis in order to secure that the products we deliver create a unique value to our customers and the end users. We are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and have a turnover of approx. 4.6 billion SEK.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. Magazine has revealed that Bitcoin of America is one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Bitcoin of America is one of the leading operators in the cryptocurrency industry. The popular operator has won this award 2 years in a row. To date, they have around 2500 plus BTM locations across 31 states and are constantly expanding.
Bitcoin of America recently reported significant growth this year. In January, the company had a total of 1,623 BTMs. Since, they have seen about a 54% percent increase in their numbers. They are even about to hit a major achievement of 3000 plus BTMs. Bitcoin of America has also seen enormous growth in their number of employees. Last year the company reported having around 26 employees. To date, they have around 40.
Bitcoin of America announced a ton of updates to their BTMs in 2022. The popular operator added Bitcoin Cash to their BTMs in June. They also added Zcash in July. Bitcoin of America also added Dogecoin and Shiba Inu in April. They are constantly making updates to their BTMs to add coins that are high in demand. Bitcoin of America also offers Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin options online and at their BTM locations.
The company launched back in 2015 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. To become part of the Bitcoin of America location expansion, simply visit their host page on their website. Local businesses have the opportunity to start earning passive income and take advantage of free marketing.
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Live streams and more at Hoboken Museum
Hoboken Historical Museum Director Bob Foster and Collections Manager Rand Hoppe will take to the streets on Monday, Oct. 31, for a Halloween Livestream Walk ‘n’ Talk from 7 to 8 p.m. Viewers can tune in on the Museum’s YouTube or Facebook pages when Foster and Hoppe stroll around the neighborhood on Halloween.
Later in the week, Hoboken Talks will feature a discussion between Foster and bookbinder Barbara Mauriello on Thursday, Nov. 3, from 7 to 8 p.m.
The Hoboken Museum can be found on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/HobokenMuseum and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HobokenMuseum/.
IFC writing/performing club has last 2022 session
In Full Color’s Revising Out Loud, a writing and performing club, will have its final installment of the year on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 6 to 7:45 p.m.
For this event, writers bring works in progress and actors/performers bring them to life in this collaborative artist meetup. Through cold reads, writers will discover new nuances in their work and performers will grow their storytelling skills.
Those who attended October’s session will present their rehearsed works. New members are welcome to attend, but due to time constraints, not all work may be read.
The group will meet in the Large Programming Room at the Hoboken Public Library, 500 Park Ave., Hoboken. You can RSVP online at https://bit.ly/3gOstKt.
Get help with ANCHOR tax relief applications
The office of West New York Mayor Gabriel Rodriguez is offering assistance to residents and renters who are attempting to complete their applications for the 2019 ANCHOR – Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters – property tax relief program. Homeowners and tenants can bring their applications to the Mayor’s Office 428 60th St., West New York, from Tuesday through Thursday between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
The ANCHOR program replaces the Homestead Benefit program and expands the amount of property tax relief while also boosting eligibility to twice as many homeowners, and also includes tenants renting their homes. The Division will be emailing ANCHOR program filing information to homeowners who had requested their application be sent through email when they filed their 2018 Homestead Benefit application at the same time the physical mailers are sent out.
The NJ Division of Taxation mailers began arriving to tenants and homeowners in Hudson County, which includes West New York, on Sept. 21.
To be eligible, homeowners must have been a New Jersey resident; owned and occupied a home in New Jersey that was their principal residence (main home) on Oct. 1, 2019; paid the 2019 property taxes on their main home; and had 2019 New Jersey gross income of not more than $250,000.
To be eligible, tenants must have been a New Jersey resident; rented and occupied an apartment or residence in New Jersey that was their principal residence (main home) on Oct. 1, 2019; lived in a unit with its own separate kitchen and bath facilities (if the building had more than one dwelling unit); paid rent on their main home, which was subject to local property taxes; and had 2019 New Jersey gross income of not more than $150,000.
Applicants will choose to receive their benefits either as a check or direct deposit and must file their application by Friday, Dec. 30.
The online application, eligibility requirements, filing instructions, and paper applications can also be accessed at nj.gov/treasury/taxation/anchor. The automated telephone filing system, which will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, during the filing period, can be reached at 1-877-658-2972. Text Telephone Service (TTY/TDD) for hearing-impaired users: 1-800-286-6613 or 609-984-7300.
Nature programs at LSP
Nature programs continue at Liberty State Park with the Fall Leaves Walk on Sunday, Nov. 6, from noon to 1 p.m. Visitors can join LSP’s Naturalist on this guided walk and learn how to identify some of the park’s trees by their fall colors. The group will meet at the Nature Center located at 275 Freedom Way, Jersey City. All ages are welcome.
Pre-registration is required for all programs as space is limited. For more information or to register for a program, contact the Nature Center at 201-915-3400 x503 or email LSPNatureCenter@dep.nj.gov. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and you may register a maximum of six participants per reservation. Pets are not permitted on programs unless they are service animals.
Fall Festival for Halloween
A Fall Festival and Halloween event will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29, at Pershing Field Park, 201 Central Ave., Jersey City.
A costume parade, photo booths, crafts, and games are planned. There will be a parade inside the park at 2 p.m.
The event is hosted by the Pershing Field Garden Friends, the JC Reservoir Alliance, and the Pershing Field Neighborhood Association.
Storytime in the city
Happy Reading Solutions will hold Storytime in the City @ Word JC on Saturday, Nov. 5, at 11:30 a.m. The class will focus on providing engaging, interactive and fun strategies around how to read with your child as well as creating a love of reading. The event will be held at Word Bookstore, 29 McWilliams Place in Jersey City.
Mobile shredding day
The Hudson County Improvement Authority will hold a Fall Shredding day Saturday, Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Lincoln Park in Jersey City.
Hudson County residents can have personal, confidential and/or sensitive documents shredded for no cost at an onsite mobile shredder. For more information, visit hcia.org or call the Environmental Hotline at 201-324-6222, ext. 3257.
Final ‘First Sunday’ for this year
Farm in the Heights at Riverview Park in Jersey City will hold its last First Sunday for this year on Sunday, Nov. 5, at Riverview park, 1 Bowers St., Jersey City.
Live music and free family activities are planned. Among the groups who will entertain is Bombay Rickey, who will be performing from noon to 1 p.m.
GoGreen community event
DHL will host a GoGreen Community event on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at it’s business at 1078 Summit Ave., Jersey City. The business is offering giveaways of succulent plants, green goodie bags and bottles and a breakfast including pastries and donuts. All are welcome.
Shades of Autumn cruises continue
NY Waterway’s Shades of Autumn Fall Foliage Tours along the Hudson continue to run through Nov. 13 on Saturdays and Sundays, with departures from the Midtown/West 39th Street and Port Imperial/Weehawken ferry terminals.
‘Shades of Autumn’ is a non-stop tour offering views of the Fall foliage along the Hudson River. Riders can choose between a 4-hour tour on Saturdays and Sundays or a shorter 2-hour tour only on Saturdays. Hot cider, coffee, tea, soft drinks, cocktails, donuts, sandwiches, and wraps are served while a tour guide points out historical sites and local folklore along the route.
The following NY Waterway Shades of Autumn cruises are available: four-hour tours leaving from Midtown/West 39th Street depart at 10 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, four-hour tours leaving from Port Imperial/Weehawken depart at 10:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, two-hour tours leaving from Midtown/West 39th Street depart at 3 p.m. on Saturdays, and two-hour tours leaving from Port Imperial/Weehawken depart at 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays.
Tickets for the four-hour tour are $85 for adults and $50 for children. Tickets for the two-hour tour are $65 for adults and $40 for children. Kids under the age of 4 ride free. Groups of 20 or more are eligible for a 10 percent discount.
Tour passengers should arrive 30 minutes before departure to reserve their seats and dress in weather appropriate clothing. To purchase e-tickets, go to nywaterway.com/ShadesOfAutumn. | https://www.nj.com/hudson/2022/10/final-session-for-ifc-writing-club-wny-residents-can-get-help-with-anchor-tax-relief-applications-more-in-hudson-county.html | 2022-10-27 17:30:55 | 1 | https://www.nj.com/hudson/2022/10/final-session-for-ifc-writing-club-wny-residents-can-get-help-with-anchor-tax-relief-applications-more-in-hudson-county.html |
Virginia Shore residents may start getting new telephone area code
Eastern Shore of Virginia residents signing up for new telephone lines may get a new area code.
Virginia's State Corporation Commission said on its website that beginning May 9, new telephone lines or services may be assigned numbers using the new 948 area code.
Mandatory 10-digit dialing (3-digit area code + the 7-digit telephone number) began April 9 for Virginians living in the 757 area code region, which includes all of the Eastern Shore. Local calls made with just seven digits will not be connected.
This was the second step in a February 2020 relief plan approved by the SCC to phase in the new 948 area code. Permissive 10-digit dialing for the 757 area code region began Sept. 11, 2021, the SCC said.
The 757 area code encompasses the vast majority of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, including Williamsburg, Franklin and Suffolk in the west, and Virginia Beach, Norfolk and the Eastern Shore to the east.
With the inventory of available phone numbers with "757" as the area code expected to run out, the SCC approved an overlay, which is the addition of another area code (948) to the same geographic region served by an existing area code (757).
The good news: residents and businesses that already have phone numbers will get to keep them. No one’s 757 phone number will change.
Alarm, security, and elevator services and equipment currently located in the 757 area code and programmed to dial only seven digits must be updated or reprogrammed to dial the area code + telephone number for all calls in the 757 area code.
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For more information on this topic, see: scc.virginia.gov/pages/757-Area-Code-Exhaust-Relief-FAQ.
Mandatory 10-digit dialing for local calls also begins for Virginia residents in 540 area code that is also expected to run out soon.
The 540 area code encompasses the northwestern and southwestern portions of Virginia and SCC said residents may be assigned 826 area code starting June 14. | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/virginia/2022/05/12/virginia-shore-residents-may-start-getting-new-telephone-area-code/9728706002/ | 2022-05-12 17:26:27 | 0 | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/virginia/2022/05/12/virginia-shore-residents-may-start-getting-new-telephone-area-code/9728706002/ |
When it comes to horror movies, there are few things as haunting as scenes of abandoned schoolyards, playgrounds and children’s toys. “Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes” (8 p.m., HBO) is not a horror movie, but it contains such scenes — and it’s much scarier than any horror film.
We’re told at the outset that most of the footage in “Lost Tapes” has never been seen before. This isn’t some lost expose, but a sober reflection on the famous nuclear reactor meltdown and its aftermath using archival film from the Soviet era, mainly industrial movies produced by USSR authorities to tout the modernity of the Chernobyl nuclear village.
Before the disaster, Chernobyl was considered a great place to live, a pleasant planned community. Both the tone and the film stock change when we get to the grim events of April 1986. As has been well documented, it took several days for far-off authorities in Moscow to evacuate the population, despite widespread reports of deadly radiation poisoning. “Lost Tapes” makes an emphatic case that Moscow’s inability to own up to the disaster was a key element in the collapse of the Soviet Union.
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TONIGHT’S OTHER HIGHLIGHTS
Two hours of “The Price Is Right at Night” (7 and 8 p.m., CBS).
Something’s cooking on “MasterChef” (7 p.m., Fox).
All the right moves on “So You Think You Can Dance” (8 p.m., Fox).
“One Last Time: An Evening With Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga” (9 p.m., CBS, rerun) offers an hour of pop standards.
Gang warfare on “Chicago P.D.” (9 p.m., NBC, rerun).
NEW ON STREAMING
Netflix follows 10 hopelessly spoiled young people as they try to rough it in the wilderness in the reality/comedy series “Snowflake Mountain.”
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NEW YORK, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TradeUP Acquisition Corp. ("TradeUP") (NASDAQ: UPTD), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, announced that it will hold a special meeting of stockholders of TradeUP on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time (the "Special Meeting") to vote on, among others, the proposed business combination (the "Merger") with Estrella Biopharma, Inc. ("Estrella"), a preclinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on cancer therapeutics.
On September 30, 2022, the parties entered into a definitive business combination agreement (the "Business Combination Agreement"). On July 11, 2023, the registration statement on Form S-4 (File No. 333-267918) containing a proxy statement/prospectus relating to the Merger (the "Proxy Statement/Prospectus") filed by TradeUP with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") was declared effective by the SEC. The mailing of the Proxy Statement/Prospectus to the stockholders of TradeUP as of June 13, 2023 (the "Record Date") commenced on July 11, 2023.
In addition, TradeUP announced that, in order to mitigate the risks of being deemed to have been operating as an unregistered investment company for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "Investment Company Act"), TradeUP has instructed Wilmington Trust, National Association, the trustee with respect to the trust account of TradeUP (the "Trust Account"), to liquidate the U.S. government treasury obligations and money market funds held in the Trust Account on July 14, 2023, which is the expiry of the 24-month anniversary of the effective date of the TradeUP's IPO prospectus, and to hold all funds in the Trust Account in cash until the earlier of consummation of the Merger or liquidation of TradeUp.
Before the Special Meeting, TradeUP will hold an interim meeting of stockholders on July 17, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time (the "Extension Meeting") to vote on, among other proposals, a proposal to extend the date before which TradeUP must complete a business combination from July 19, 2023 to July 14, 2024 (the "Extension Proposal"). The deadline for public stockholders to deliver redemption requests in connection with the Extension Proposal is July 13, 2023 (two business days before the Extension Meeting). TradeUP estimates that the redemption price in connection with the Extension Proposal, based on the value of the Trust Account as of the Record Date and factoring in the withdrawal of tax payables, will be approximately $10.51 per share, subject to the actual value of the Trust Account at the time of the redemption. However, if the Extension Proposal is approved by TradeUP's stockholders, for each public share of TradeUP that is not redeemed by TradeUP's public stockholders in connection with the Extension, an additional $0.05 per share will be deposited into the Trust Account for each month beyond July 19, 2023. Accordingly, assuming the Extension Proposal is approved, public stockholders of TradeUP who continue to hold one or more public shares of TradeUP following the Extension Meeting and who submit a redemption request for such public shares by July 27, 2023 (two business days before the Special Meeting) will have the opportunity to redeem such public shares at a redemption price that is expected to be approximately $0.05 higher per share than the expected per share redemption price of public shares redeemed in connection with the Extension Proposal, subject to the actual value of the Trust Account at the time of the redemption.
About TradeUP
TradeUP Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. TradeUP was incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware on January 6, 2021.
About Estrella
Estrella Biopharma, Inc. is a preclinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing CD19 and CD22-targeted ARTEMIS® T-cell therapies with the capacity to address treatment challenges for patients with blood cancers and solid tumors. Estrella's mission is to harness the evolutionary power of the human immune system to transform the lives of patients fighting cancer. To accomplish this mission, Estrella's lead product candidate, EB103, utilizes Eureka's ARTEMIS® technology to target CD19, a protein expressed on the surface of almost all B-cell leukemias and lymphomas. Estrella is also developing EB104, which also utilizes Eureka's ARTEMIS® technology to target not only CD19, but also CD22, a protein that, like CD19, is expressed on the surface of most B-cell malignancies. Estrella is also collaborating with Imugene Limited and its product candidate, CF33-CD19t an oncolytic virus ("CF33-CD19t"), to research the use of EB103 in conjunction with CF33-CD19t to treat solid tumors using a "mark and kill" strategy.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Exchange Act") that are based on beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to TradeUP and Estrella. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the following words: "may," "will," "could," "would," "should," "expect," "intend," "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "predict," "project," "potential," "continue," "ongoing," "target," "seek" or the negative or plural of these words, or other similar expressions that are predictions or indicate future events or prospects, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including projections of market opportunity and market share, the capability of Estrella's business plans including its plans to expand, the sources and uses of cash from the proposed transaction, the anticipated enterprise value of the combined company following the consummation of the proposed transaction, any benefits of Estrella's partnerships, strategies or plans as they relate to the proposed transaction, anticipated benefits of the proposed transaction and expectations related to the terms and timing of the proposed transaction are also forward-looking statements. These statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Although each of TradeUP and Estrella believes that it has a reasonable basis for each forward-looking statement contained in this communication, each of TradeUP and Estrella caution you that these statements are based on a combination of facts and factors currently known and projections of the future, which are inherently uncertain. In addition, there will be risks and uncertainties described in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus relating to the proposed transaction filed by TradeUP with the SEC and other documents filed by TradeUP or Estrella from time to time with the SEC. These filings may identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Neither TradeUP nor Estrella can assure you that the forward-looking statements in this communication will prove to be accurate. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, among others, the ability to complete the business combination due to the failure to obtain approval from TradeUP's stockholders or satisfy other closing conditions in the business combination agreement, the occurrence of any event that could give rise to the termination of the business combination agreement, the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the business combination, the amount of redemption requests made by TradeUP's public stockholders, costs related to the transaction, the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the risk that the transaction disrupts current plans and operations as a result of the announcement and consummation of the transaction, the outcome of any potential litigation, government or regulatory proceedings and other risks and uncertainties, including those to be included under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus, the final prospectus for TradeUP's initial public offering filed with the SEC on June 19, 2021 and in its subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and other filings with the SEC. There may be additional risks that neither TradeUP or Estrella presently know or that TradeUP and Estrella currently believe are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In light of the significant uncertainties in these forward-looking statements, you should not regard these statements as a representation or warranty by TradeUP, Estrella, their respective directors, officers or employees or any other person that TradeUP and Estrella will achieve their objectives and plans in any specified time frame, or at all. The forward-looking statements in this press release represent the views of TradeUP and Estrella as of the date of this communication. Subsequent events and developments may cause those views to change. However, while TradeUP and Estrella may update these forward-looking statements in the future, there is no current intention to do so, except to the extent required by applicable law. You should, therefore, not rely on these forward-looking statements as representing the views of TradeUP or Estrella as of any date subsequent to the date of this communication.
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This press release is not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities of TradeUP or Estrella, nor shall there be any sale of any such securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of the Securities Act.
Important Additional Information Regarding the Transaction Will Be Filed With the SEC
In connection with the proposed business combination, TradeUP has filed with the SEC Proxy Statement/Prospectus, which was declared effective by the SEC on July 11, 2023, TradeUP has mailed the Proxy Statement/Prospectus to its stockholders. This press release does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed business combination and is not intended to form the basis of any investment decision or any other decision in respect of the business combination. TradeUP's stockholders and other interested persons are advised to read, when available, the Proxy Statement/Prospectus and other documents filed in connection with the proposed business combination, as these materials will contain important information about Estrella, TradeUP and the proposed business combination. The Proxy Statement/Prospectus and other relevant materials for the proposed business combination have been mailed to stockholders of TradeUP as of a record date to be established for voting on the proposed business combination. Such stockholders will also be able to obtain copies of the preliminary proxy statement/prospectus, the definitive proxy statement/prospectus and other documents filed with the SEC, without charge, once available, at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, or by directing a request to TradeUP Acquisition Corp., 437 Madison Avenue, 27th Floor, New York, New York 10022, and its telephone number is (732) 910-9692, Attention: Jianwei Li, Co-Chief Executive Officer.
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TradeUP and Estrella and their respective directors, executive officers, other members of management, and employees, under SEC rules, may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies of TradeUP's stockholders in connection with the proposed transaction. Information regarding the persons who may, under SEC rules, be deemed participants in the solicitation of TradeUP's stockholders in connection with the proposed business combination will be set forth in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus.
Investors and security holders may obtain more detailed information regarding the names and interests in the proposed transaction of TradeUP's directors and officers in TradeUP's filings with the SEC and such information will also be in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus for the proposed transaction.
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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Six Western states that rely on water from the Colorado River have agreed on a model to dramatically cut water use in the basin, months after the federal government called for action and an initial deadline passed.
California — with the largest allocation of water from the river — is the lone holdout. Officials said the state would release its own plan.
The Colorado River and its tributaries pass through seven states and into Mexico, serving 40 million people and a $5 billion-a-year agricultural industry. Some of the largest cities in the country, including Los Angeles, Phoenix, Denver and Las Vegas, two Mexican states, Native American tribes and others depend on the river that’s been severely stressed by drought, demand and overuse.
States missed a mid-August deadline to heed the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s call to propose ways to conserve 2 million to 4 million acre feet of water. They regrouped to reach consensus by the end of January to fold into a larger proposal Reclamation has in the works.
Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah and Wyoming sent a letter Monday to Reclamation, which operates the major dams in the river system, to outline an alternative that builds on existing guidelines, deepens water cuts and factors in water that’s lost through evaporation and transportation.
Those states propose raising the levels where water reductions would be triggered at Lake Mead and Lake Powell, which are barometers of the river’s health. The model creates more of a protective buffer for both reservoirs — the largest built in the U.S. It also seeks to fix water accounting and ensure that any water the Lower Basin states intentionally stored in Lake Mead is available for future use.
The modeling would result in about 2 million acre-feet of cuts in the Lower Basin, with smaller reductions in the Upper Basin. Mexico and California are factored into the equations, but neither signed on to Monday’s letter.
John Entsminger, general manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority, said all states have been negotiating in good faith.
“I don’t view not having unanimity at one step in that process to be a failure,” he said late Monday. “I think all seven states are still committed to working together.”
California released a proposal last October to cut 400,000 acre feet. An acre foot is enough water to supply two to three U.S. households for a year.
JB Hamby, chair of the Colorado River Board of California, said California will submit a model for water reductions in the basin that is practical, based on voluntary action, and aligns with law governing the river and the hierarchy of water rights.
“California remains focused on practical solutions that can be implemented now to protect volumes of water in storage without driving conflict and litigation,” he said in a statement Monday.
Nothing will happen immediately with the consensus reached among the six states. However, not reaching a consensus carried the risk of having the federal government alone determine how to eventually impose cuts.
By not signing on, California doesn’t avoid that risk.
The debates over how to cut water use by roughly one-third have been contentious. The Upper Basin states of Wyoming, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah have said the Lower Basin states — Arizona, California and Nevada — must do the heavy lifting. That conversation in the Lower Basin has centered on what’s legal and what’s fair.
The six states that signed Monday’s proposal acknowledged ideas they put forth could be excluded from final plans to operate the river’s major dams. Negotiations are ongoing, they noted, adding that what they proposed does not override existing rights states and others have to the Colorado River.
“There’s a lot of steps, commitments that need to be made at the federal, state and local levels,” said Entsminger of Nevada.
Monday’s proposal included accounting for the water lost to evaporation and leaky infrastructure as the river flows through the region’s dams and waterways. Federal officials estimate more than 10% of the river’s flow evaporates, leaks or spills, yet Arizona, California, Nevada and Mexico have never accounted for that water loss.
The six states argued that Lower Basin states should share those losses — essentially subtracting those amounts from their allocations — once the elevation at Lake Mead sinks below 1,145 feet (349 meters). The reservoir was well below that Monday.
Reclamation will consider the six states’ agreement as part of a larger proposal to revise how it operates Glen Canyon and Hoover Dams — behemoth power producers on the Colorado River. The reservoirs behind the dams — Lake Powell and Lake Mead — have reached historic lows amid a more than two-decade-long drought and climate change.
Reclamation plans to put out a draft of that proposal by early March, with a goal of finalizing it by mid-August when the agency typically announces the amount of water available for the following year. Reclamation has said it will do what’s needed to ensure the dams can continue producing hydropower and deliver water.
Those annual August announcements have led to mandatory cuts for the past two years for Arizona, Nevada and Mexico in the river’s Lower Basin. California has so far been spared from cuts because it has some of the oldest and most secure water rights, particularly in the Imperial Valley where much of the country’s winter vegetables are grown, along with the Yuma, Arizona, region.
Without California’s participation, the six states’ proposal can only go so far to meet the hydrological realities of the river. Water managers in the Lower Basin say the scale of conservation Reclamation is seeking cannot be met without California, tribes and farmers who draw directly from the Colorado River.
Also unclear is how much Mexico eventually will contribute to the savings. In the best water years, Mexico receives its full allocation of 1.5 million acre feet under a treaty reached with the U.S. in 1944.
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Naishadham reported from Washington, D.C. Associated Press writer Kathleen Ronayne in Sacramento, California, contributed to this report.
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas (AP) — THE WOODLANDS, Texas (AP) — LGI Homes Inc. (LGIH) on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter earnings of $34.1 million.
The The Woodlands, Texas-based company said it had profit of $1.45 per share.
The entry-level homebuilder in the Texas, Arizona, Florida and Georgia markets posted revenue of $488.3 million in the period, falling short of Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $536.7 million.
For the year, the company reported profit of $326.6 million, or $13.76 per share. Revenue was reported as $2.3 billion.
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‘Unimaginable’: Mother sentenced to 40 years in prison for killing 8-year-old son
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - A Connecticut mother has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for the death of her 8-year-old son.
WFSB reports Karin Ziolkowski learned her fate on Tuesday.
Ziolkowski was found guilty on Nov. 8, 2022, of murdering her son Elijah Ziolkowski. She was also found guilty of second-degree arson for setting their home on fire.
Authorities said Karin Ziolkowski asphyxiated her son while in their Meriden home in November 2016 before intentionally setting two fires in the house.
Elijah was not able to be resuscitated and his death was ruled a homicide by the chief medical examiner.
“Our thoughts are with Elijah’s family at this time,” said New Haven State’s Attorney John Doyle.
The case was prosecuted by Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney Stacey Miranda and Assistant State’s Attorney Melissa Holmes.
“Nothing can bring back Elijah or lessen the pain of his loved ones, but we hope today’s prison sentence brings Elijah’s family some measure of peace now that the person responsible for his senseless and unimaginable death has been brought to justice,” Doyle said.
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Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is the presumptive winner of the Philippines presidential election. The son of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos is on track for a historic margin of victory.
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'Life changing' lemon-squeezing trick reveals little-known use for common kitchen tool
Kelly Senyei from ‘Just a Taste’ shares lemon-squeezing hack that uses a surprising tool in place of a juicer
Tired of squeezing lemons with your hands?
Cookbook author and chef Kelly Senyei has a kitchen trick that gets fresh juice out of a halved lemon without a manual juice press or a fancy juicer machine.
Senyei, who lives in San Diego, California, uses kitchen shears to extract juice from citrus fruits.
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She demonstrated the technique in a "5 surprising ways to use kitchen shears" video tutorial she recently uploaded to her TikTok and Instagram accounts, which are both named after her "Just a Taste" food blog.
Senyei’s lemon-squeezing trick was the second kitchen tip she mentioned in her 41-second video.
In her tutorial, Senyei successfully squeezes a halved lemon with the grooved metal nutcracker that’s built in the center of her chosen kitchen shear.
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"Squeeze your citrus in between your shears," Senyei said in the clip. "You’ll get way more juice."
Senyei’s kitchen shear tutorial has received higher engagement on Instagram than TikTok with more than 29,400 people viewing the video.
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Commenters have responded positively to Senyei’s post.
"Omg the [lemon] squeeze," one Instagram user wrote. "That could be life changing for me."
"Stop! Where have you been all my life?! Just the best tips!" another user commented.
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"Such a handy tool," one user exclaimed.
Several other Instagram users have responded to Senyei’s post by naming the ways they like to use kitchen shears, which include cutting pizza, raw meat and cooked chicken off the bone.
The four other tricks Senyei recommends for kitchen shears include using the tool’s blade for cutting food for children (for example, cooked spaghetti) and herbs or using the tool’s nutcracker for twisting hard-to-open jar lids and stuck wine corks.
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"These hacks I use daily in my kitchen, where I cook for my family of six," Senyei wrote in an email to Fox News Digital. "I need all the hacks I can get."
Senyei is a professionally trained chef and television host who earned a culinary arts diploma from The Institute of Culinary Education and a master’s degree in broadcast television from Columbia University, both in New York City.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hub International Limited (Hub), a leading global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, announced today that it has acquired Jaimac Risk Management Inc. (Jaimac). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Jaimac is an independent insurance brokerage specializing in risk management and credit insurance for companies that have unique risk mitigation needs. Paul Turner, President, and the Jaimac team will join Hub Ontario.
About Hub's M&A Activities
Hub International Limited is committed to growing organically and through acquisitions to expand its geographic footprint and strengthen industry and product expertise. For more information on the Hub M&A experience, visit WeAreHub.com.
About Hub International
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hub International Limited is a leading full-service global insurance broker and financial services firm providing risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management products and services. With more than 14,000 employees in offices located throughout North America, Hub's vast network of specialists brings clarity to a changing world with tailored solutions and unrelenting advocacy, so clients are ready for tomorrow. For more information, please visit www.hubinternational.com.
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ON BOULDER LAKE — We had snowshoed across a narrow bay, on a cold but sunny January day, back to the Wolfski Welcome Center, where we found John Bogen suiting up to head out skiing.
“You aren’t going to write a story about this place, are you?” asked Bogen, of Flagstaff, Arizona. “I don’t want more people to know about it.”
Bogen was only half-kidding as he headed out onto the 22 miles of Nordic ski trails at the Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center which, along with the 18,000-acre Boulder Lake Management Area there, celebrate their 30th anniversary this year. It's maybe the best outdoor recreation opportunity many Northlanders have never heard of.
“This is my favorite place to ski,” said Bogen, who was in the midst of a multi-week, Duluth-centered Nordic ski vacation. “I ski other places when I’m up here. ... But I’m probably out here three or four times a week.”
Less than a half-hour’s drive out of downtown Duluth, the Boulder Lake complex offers trails for winter cross-country skiing; fat-tire bicycling; skijoring with dogs; snowshoeing; ice fishing access; and 22 remote campsites open to winter (and summer) camping.
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“We’ve been out here at least five times already this month,” said Sam Hale, of Duluth.
Hale was skiing the Boulder Lake trails while leashed to Pippin, the family dog, while Sam’s wife, Rose Hale, was skiing under her own power.
“This is such a beautiful place,” Rose Hale noted.
The couple said they often bring their 2-year-old son, Jude, to ski with them here. But on this trip it was just Pippin.
“We only come on dog days,” Rose Hale noted, which are Thursdays and Saturdays at Boulder Lake, when dogs are allowed on the trails.
In the summer, 10 miles of trail is open to hiking and the center offers kayaks, canoes and a pontoon boat.
And, if you have your own gear, all of it is free. There is no access fee for any trail activity. You don’t even need a state ski sticker because Minnesota Power handles all the trail grooming. Even camping is free (although if you want to guarantee a reserved site, there is a $30 fee.)
“We’re really trying to push winter camping this year. We have these great sites you can ski or walk out to,” said Ryan Hueffmeier, a University of Minnesota Duluth professor and director of the Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center. “It’s a great place to come if you want to go winter camping for the first time. Maybe for a practice run to go up into the wilderness.”
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Mixed mission
Since it was formed in 1993, Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center has been teaching students, and teachers, using the forest and lake in the Boulder Lake Management Area as an outdoor classroom. Buses of K-12 students come often, and summer day camp campers, as do van loads of college students, to learn about the sustainable, multi-use forest.
The center operates under the umbrella of UMD’s College of Education. UMD undergraduate students carry the brunt of duties here now, and dozens of graduate students have helped run the program in the past. The Minnesota Master Naturalist program also holds classes here.
There are cabins big enough for a class or meeting to be held. But, unlike better-known environmental learning centers like Wolf Ridge and Deep Portage, there isn’t much of a campus, per se, on-site at Boulder Lake. But that doesn’t seem to be a problem. More than 11,000 people visited the center in 2022; about 5,000 of those attended formal programming.
“And we’re probably going to blow past that number this year,” Hueffmeier said.
And that doesn't include thousands of folks who go there to hike or ski. Each December, the center offers a popular wreath-making class that teaches the sustainability of harvesting balsam boughs along with the rewards of making your own Christmas decorations. (Classes this past season were held on-site, at the Glensheen mansion and at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. in Duluth, and the effort raised more than $13,000 to help pay for programming at the center.)
“We’ve had people who have skied out here for years and didn’t know what Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center was. ... They thought it was just a ski trail,” Hueffmeier said, pointing up to a stand of big white pines. “I try to tell people that this is the learning center, this 18,000 acres of forest. It’s not a building — it's an experience.”
Hueffmeier, who has served as director for nearly four years, said his goal is to have every visitor leave having learned something about sustainable natural resources. That could mean a kid seeing a rabbit track in the snow; a city resident seeing the galaxy for the first time in a dark sky through a telescope; or a skier learning about the value of clear-cut logging of aspen forests not just for paper mills, but for habitat for grouse and deer.
“The paneling in here (the warming shack) are from white pines that were cut to clear the trail system and milled locally at Lester River Sawmill,” Hueffmeier noted. “There’s a lesson in sustainability right there.”
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There are two packs of wolves in the area, and lynx and fishers, too. Deer, snowshoe hares, ruffed grouse and red squirrels are common. A pair of nesting bald eagles has stayed all winter. Animal tracks in the snow provide another canvas for wide-eyed students and visitors to learn from.
“We try to sneak a little natural resource lesson in for everyone who comes,” Hueffmeier noted.
Public recreation use of the center increased dramatically during the pandemic rush to get outdoors, Hueffmeier noted. But he said there is still ample room for much more use.
The center's budget is less than $50,000 annually, with Hueffmeier and Caleb Weirs, program director, the only full-time staff.
Any money charged for rental gear or for special events, like a night ski by torchlight set for Saturday, Feb. 4, go to defray the cost of bringing more kids to the center. That included a busload from Duluth’s Myers-Wilkins Elementary School recently. The entire class got a day to play, and learn, outdoors.
“And we paid for everything, including the bus. It didn’t cost the school, or the kids, anything,” Hueffmeier noted. “We were able to get kids out there who, even though they have grown up in Duluth, have never experienced what the forest is like in the winter.”
Hueffmeier said his biggest reward is seeing teachers respond when a student has an aha moment, when something taught in the classroom unfolds in front of them in the wild.
“That smile on the teacher’s face, and on the student’s, that’s what we’re all about,” Hueffmeier said. “That tells me we’re doing OK.”
Keeping it wild, keeping it open
Much of the land around 3,750-acre Boulder Lake Reservoir’s shoreline is controlled by Minnesota Power as part of the utility’s hydroelectric water storage system that also includes Fish Lake, Wild Rice Lake, Island Lake and Whiteface Lake reservoirs. All of the lakes were either created or enlarged a century ago by the forerunner of what is now Minnesota Power with the water running down the Cloquet and St. Louis rivers to electric generating dams near Duluth.
Back in the 1980s, there was talk of parceling out shoreline lots around Boulder Lake to lease for new cabins, much the same as the other reservoir lakes in the system and a potential source of revenue for the Duluth-based utility.
But a few Minnesota Power officials at the time, including John Paulson, of Duluth, proposed a different plan: Why not keep the lake and the forest around it a wild, undeveloped, publicly accessible, multi-use natural resource conservation area?
That idea prevailed, and the 22,000-acre Boulder Lake Management Area was created in 1993. Reserving the land for public access, education and recreation helped satisfy the Duluth-based utility’s “public good” requirements as it sought federal approval to re-license its hydroelectric system of dams and reservoirs.
“That left 95% of the lake’s shoreline undeveloped,” Hueffmeier siad. “There’s really a deep-wood feeling up here. It’s very much Boundary Waters-esque.”
The management area is a mixture of land and lake managed by Minnesota Power, St. Louis County Land and Minerals Department and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
The land will remain undeveloped and open to the public for hunting, hiking, fishing access, skiing, snowshoeing, bicycling and camping (in designated areas.) But it’s also managed for logging to provide trees for local mills. There’s even an active gravel pit on the land.
There are tall, old white pines and deep aspen, spruce and fir forests across the landscape here. But skiers and hikers will also see the evidence of clear-cutting in places along the trails and selective pine thinning in others. The trails take visitors through old pine stands and newly sprouting aspen trees that grow back fast after logging.
“It’s being actively managed for timber at the same time we use it for education and recreation, so it’s a great opportunity to teach people about sustainable natural resources,” Hueffmeier noted.
About the Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center
Location: 7328 Boulder Dam Road, less than 30 minutes north of Duluth up Rice Lake Road (County Highway 4.) Turn left just past the Island Lake Inn on Boulder Lake Road and follow the signs, angling left onto Boulder Dam Road.
Parking: In three plowed areas just off the road. (Don't be dissuaded by the closed gate across the driveway in winter. There's a parking lot just off to the side only a few yards from the Wolfski Welcome Center.)
For more info: For events, maps and other info, go to boulderlake.org . For programming info, call 218-721-3731. For trail conditions, call the trail hotline at 218-355-3057.
Ski/snowshoe/bike/hike/dogs
Boulder Lake’s 22 miles of trails are open to all sorts of winter propulsion. Skiing is by far the most popular, but snowshoes are welcome as are fat-tire bikes.
“We just ask that the fat tire people come out only when the trails are set up and packed. For the most part they have been really good about that,” Hueffmeier noted.
Dogs are welcome only on Thursdays and Sundays, with a requirement they be on a lead if not actually pulling a skier. The trails are then meticulously re-groomed early Friday and Monday mornings for the Nordic ski purists. Trails are available for both classic, tracked skiing and skate-skiing and for all skiing abilities.
The Wolfski Welcome Center Center is a basic warming shelter for before and after trail jaunts. There’s usually hot water for coco. There are porta-potties on-site. The warming center is open from sunrise to sunset, as are the trails.
Winter camping
Camping is free on a first-come, first-served basis, or make a reservation for $30 to guarantee a spot. There are vault toilets open at the multi-site campground across the bay from the Wolfski Welcome Center. Center staff can help answer questions for novice winter campers.
Upcoming fun at Boulder Lake
Torchlight night ski and snowshoe: Feb. 4
Several miles of the Boulder Lake ski trail system will be illuminated by both a full moon and flames from tiki torches for the annual night ski party from 6-8 p.m. Meet at the Wolfski Welcome Center. There will be a bonfire, hot cocoa and s'mores for after the ski.
Cost: $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 6-16. All proceeds go to help pay for programming. Registration required at forms.gle/xZekq73SgtctrEjB6 .
Ice Fishing 101: Feb. 5 and 12
A family-friendly ice fishing program set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 5 and 12. Staff will go over beginner gear, techniques and ice safety that you need to be a successful angler in the winter. All participants leave with a homemade jig stick that they get to try out on the Boulder Lake Reservoir.
Cost: $10 for adults, children 15 and under free. Registration required at forms. gle/ Pco8ADu1vWe38P7V6. | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/sports/northland-outdoors/boulder-lake-celebrates-30-years-of-outdoor-education-recreation | 2023-02-03 13:07:59 | 0 | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/sports/northland-outdoors/boulder-lake-celebrates-30-years-of-outdoor-education-recreation |
CHICAGO, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryerson Holding Corporation (NYSE: RYI), a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, announced today that it will host a conference call to discuss first quarter 2023 financial results for the period ended March 31, 2023, on Tuesday, May 2nd, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The live online broadcast will be available on the Company's Investor Relations website, ir.ryerson.com. Ryerson will report earnings after the market close on Monday, May 1st.
Ryerson Holding Corporation's First Quarter 2023 Earnings Call Details:
An online replay of the call will be posted on the investor relations website, ir.ryerson.com, and remain available for 90 days.
Ryerson is a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China. Founded in 1842, Ryerson has around 4,200 employees in approximately 100 locations. Visit Ryerson at www.ryerson.com.
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OSLO, Norway, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nel Hydrogen Electrolyser AS, a subsidiary of Nel ASA (Nel, OSE:NEL), has received its largest ever purchase order from an undisclosed US customer for 200 MW of alkaline electrolyser equipment for industrial application.
"We are truly excited to announce Nel's largest purchase order to date. This project will showcase Nel's large-scale delivery and execution capabilities and become a valuable reference for future large-scale contracts. It will have a substantial, positive impact on Nel's financials, electrolyser product and production cost, technology development and scale-up plans," says Nel's CEO Håkon Volldal.
The Client, which has developed the project over several years, will fully fund the project through private investors, and has also received significant state/local government incentives given the environmental benefits of the proposed project. The Client's development efforts have also resulted in a 20-year off-take commitment from local partners as well as a 20-year electricity power purchase agreement (PPA).
"This project represents an excellent opportunity for Nel to demonstrate its hydrogen technology and scaling capabilities, crucial to meet the rapid growing demand we see for green hydrogen", says Tom Skoczylas, Regional Sales Manager for Nel Hydrogen US. "We are very happy to be elected for this ground-breaking project where Nel was chosen based on maturity of technology and proven electrolyser plant experience," he says.
The contract for the electrolyser stacks is a firm order with a value in excess of EUR 45 million. Production and delivery of stacks is planned from February 2023 until mid-2024 at Nel's large-scale electrolyser production facility at Herøya. Pending an ongoing engineering study, Nel could also get the opportunity to provide additional balance-of-plant equipment for the project.
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KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) — Sudan’s military on Thursday warned of potential clashes with the country’s powerful paramilitary force, which it said deployed troops in the capital and other cities.
Tensions between the military and the Rapid Support Forces have escalated in recent months, forcing a delay of the signing of an internationally-backed deal with political parties to restore the country’s democratic transition. In a statement, the military said the buildup of the RSF in Khartoum and elsewhere in the country has come without “the approval of, or coordination with" the armed forces’ leadership.
It said the RSF measures “have stirred up panic and fear among people, exacerbated security risks and increased tensions between regular forces.”
The military said it has attempted to “find peaceful solutions to such violations” to prevent an armed conflict with the RSF.
The military’s statement came as the RSF deployed troops in the Northern Province on the border with Egypt. Local media reported that the paramilitary force has attempted to build a military base there.
The RSF said its deployment across the country aims at “achieving security and stability and fighting human trafficking and illegal migration.”
Recent tensions are rooted in the integration of the RSF into the military. The RSF, led by powerful Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, grew out of former militias that executed a brutal crackdown in Sudan’s Darfur region over the past two decades.
In a statement issued Thursday, Sudan's National Umma Party — one of the country's largest political groups -- called for restraint and urged other political forces not to escalate the situation.
“All political forces must refrain from issuing any statements or support for one of the parties,” the group said. The groups have arranged an emergency meeting Thursday morning and invited leaders from both forces to attend.
Sudan has plunged into chaos since a 2021 military coup removed a western-backed, power-sharing administration and dashed Sudanese aspirations for democratic rule after three decades of autocracy and repression under Islamist President Omar al-Bashir.
A monthslong popular uprising forced the military’s overthrow of al-Bashir and his Islamist government in April 2019. Since then, the former president, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court over the Darfur conflict, has been imprisoned in Khartoum. | https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/nation-world/sudans-military-warns-of-conflict-after-rival-force-deploys/MANZDXHEHVFZPLCQSBZKDTQCZQ/ | 2023-04-13 07:22:50 | 0 | https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/nation-world/sudans-military-warns-of-conflict-after-rival-force-deploys/MANZDXHEHVFZPLCQSBZKDTQCZQ/ |
Police: Suspects try to steal ATM from Walgreens
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - Police in Colorado are investigating an attempted ATM theft at an area Walgreens.
The Colorado Springs Police Department said a car smashed through the front doors of the store early Monday morning to steal the ATM inside.
However, the suspects failed to take the cash machine as pieces of it were left outside of the building, according to police.
Walgreens’ customers said they were surprised to hear about such an incident.
“It’s a little shocking that it happened here,” customer Rick Abramson said.
Police said two men involved were wearing black clothes and ended up leaving the machine smashed on the sidewalk.
“I heard they closed the lobby and it’s really a mess,” customer Teresa Ewien said.
Colorado police said their investigation continues, including reviewing surveillance footage.
Authorities did not share if the thieves were able to get any money out of the ATM.
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EDGEWOOD, Md. — The Harford County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a shooting occurred in Edgewood on Tuesday.
At 4:12 p.m., deputies responded to the 600 block of Edgewood Road reports of a shooting that was believed to have occurred in the area of Harr Park Court.
Officials say three adult males and one juvenile all sustained non-life threatening injuries.
The investigation is still ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the tip-line at 410-837-7788. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/four-people-injured-in-edgewood-shooting-including-juvenile | 2023-07-05 00:46:16 | 1 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/four-people-injured-in-edgewood-shooting-including-juvenile |
WFO ALBANY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, February 3, 2023
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Albany NY
202 PM EST Thu Feb 2 2023
...Snow squalls, gusty winds, and plummeting temperatures expected
late this evening into tonight...
A band of snow squalls is likely to produce a brief period of
whiteout conditions, gusty winds, and slick travel on untreated
roadways in portions of eastern New York and western New England
late this evening into tonight. This threat is highest over the
southern Adirondacks, Mohawk and Schoharie Valleys, southern
Greens, and eastern Catskills. Snow showers could produce a
dusting of snow and briefly lowered visibilities in the Saratoga-
Glens Falls Region to the Capital District as well.
The snow squalls and showers are most likely over the southern
Adirondacks 8-11 pm, Mohawk and Schoharie Valleys and Lake George
Saratoga Region 10 pm-1 am, and the Capital District, eastern
Catskills, and southern Vermont 12-3 am.
Temperatures will plummet with winds gusting to 30-45 miles per
hour behind the cold front tonight. Wind chills will be well below
zero by early Friday morning.
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Floating in the air and covering every spot imaginable is a smell that hits the back of your throat.
“It’s a distinct smell; it’s a core memory for me is the sawdust and everything that goes along with it,” said Coulson Bayne.
Bayne is the younger of a father-son boat-building team with his dad, Mark. While it may be a mess to those looking in, inside, it’s a sanctuary dedicated to a biblical and modern craft — ordinary and epic.
“How do you make a million dollars in the boat business? Start with two and get out quick,” laughed Mark.
It’s a joke Mark has told before, but that didn’t stop him from building a career as a shipwright.,
“Even when things weren’t that great,” remembered Mark. “I always wanted to go to the shop.”
For 45 years, Mark built all kinds of wooden ships specializing in not specializing. His son, Coulson, spent most of his life tagging with dad.
“He’s always been around, you know,” said Coulson. “He’s always had a shop my entire life.”
For Coulson, the shop is like the sawdust clinging to his clothes- a part of him, no matter how many times he may have tried to shake it off.
“When I finally came around to the boats, I like got it,” laughed Coulson.
There are big moments in boat building. When it’s flipped and when it’s launched.
“One of the best feelings there is, you know,” said Mark.
But the feeling Mark is talking about doesn’t have anything to do with either one of those.
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It’s knowing there’s a second-generation shipwright in the family.
“I feel like he’s forgotten more than I’ll ever know,” said Coulson.
“Now that I’m doing it with my son, I don’t want to do anything else,” Mark replied.
It’s a process perfectly made for epic stories, not because of the ship or the sea but because of the builders. | https://www.qcnews.com/queen-city-hometown/father-son-team-create-a-boat-building-legacy-in-charleston/ | 2023-04-05 23:46:19 | 1 | https://www.qcnews.com/queen-city-hometown/father-son-team-create-a-boat-building-legacy-in-charleston/ |
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NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Dingdong (Cayman) Ltd. ("Dingdong" or the "Company") (NYSE: DDL) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Dingdong investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased, or otherwise acquired, Dingdong American Depository Shares pursuant or traceable to the F-1 registration statements and related prospectus on Form 424B4 issued in connection with Dingdong's June 2021 initial public stock offering. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
DDL investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: According to the filed complaint, the registration statement and prospectus used to effectuate the Company's initial public offering misstated and/or omitted facts concerning Dingdong's so-called commitment to ensuring the safety and quality of the food it distributes to the market. For example, despite claiming that it applies "stringent quality control across [its] entire supply chain to ensure product quality to [its] users," Dingdong sold food past its sell-by date. Consequently, Dingdong was, in fact, no better at providing or assuring access to "fresh" groceries than the supermarkets, traditional Chinese wet markets, or traditional e-commerce platforms it repeatedly claimed to be displacing. Moreover, the foregoing conduct subjected Dingdong to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement, all of which, once revealed, were likely to negatively impact Dingdong's business, operations, and reputation.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Dingdong during the relevant time frame, you have until October 24, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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Brownsburg school employees charged after forcing student to eat his own vomit
BROWNSBURG Ind. (WISH) — Brownsburg Community School Corporation announced in a press release today that two special education staff members are being terminated after investigation found they mistreated a special education student.
Brownsburg Police have also announced charges against the two staff members as well as 3 other teaching staff. One staff member is a third-party contractor from K1ds Count Therapy.
According to Brownsburg police, the Brownsburg Community School Police reported that a student had been mistreated during lunch at Brown Elementary in February.
Police say that through interviews and reviews of evidence, a teacher allegedly told the victim that if he vomited, he would be required to eat what he threw up.
Another teacher who was present, provided a tray for the child to vomit on.
After the child vomited, a third staff member provided a spoon that the child was told to use to consume his vomit.
Two other staff members were present and witnessed the incident, according to police. Those staff have been placed on administrative leave pending BCSC School Board rulings.
Charges announced by the Hendricks County Prosecutor’s Office are as follows:
Brown Elementary Life Skills Teacher Sara Seymour, 27 years of age, was charged with Neglect of a Dependent as a Level 6 felony, and Failure to Report, a Class B Misdemeanor.
Brown Elementary Life Skills Instructional Aid Debra Kanipe, 63 years of age, was charged with Neglect of a Dependent as a Level 6 felony, and Failure to Report, a Class B Misdemeanor.
Brown Elementary Life Skills Teacher Julie Taylor, 48 years old, was charged with Failure to Report, a Class B Misdemeanor.
Brown Elementary Life Skills Instructional Aid Kristen Mitchell, 38 years of age, was charged with Failure to Report, a Class B Misdemeanor.
Kids Count Registered Behavioral Technician Megan King, 24 years of age, was charged with Failure to Report, a Class B Misdemeanor.
According to police, Seymour advised the victim that he would be made to eat his vomit, Taylor provided the tray for the child to vomit on. Kanipe provided the spoon the child was made to eat the vomit with. Mitchell and King were present and witnessed the incident. | https://www.wishtv.com/news/brownsburg-school-employees-charged-after-forcing-student-to-eat-his-own-vomit/ | 2023-04-26 20:30:15 | 1 | https://www.wishtv.com/news/brownsburg-school-employees-charged-after-forcing-student-to-eat-his-own-vomit/ |
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX launched internet satellites for a competitor Thursday, stepping in to help after the London-based OneWeb company halted its flights with Russia over the invasion of Ukraine.
The Falcon rocket blasted off at sunset with 40 mini satellites bound for polar orbit. They will expand OneWeb’s constellation to just over 500, nearly 80% of the planned total of about 630 satellites.
Elon Musk's SpaceX has more than 3,200 Starlink satellites in orbit, providing high-speed, broadband internet to remote corners of the world. Amazon plans to launch the first of its internet satellites early next year from Cape Canaveral.
With the market for global internet service “growing exponentially,” there’s room for everyone, said Massimiliano Ladovaz, OneWeb’s chief technology officer.
SpaceX agreed to launch satellites for OneWeb after the British company broke ties with Russia in March. Russian Soyuz rockets already had launched 13 batches of OneWeb satellites, beginning in 2019.
India picked up the slack in October, sending up a batch of OneWeb satellites.
Although there were other launch options, SpaceX and India offered the fastest and best combination, Ladovaz said shortly before liftoff.
Two more SpaceX launches and one more by India are planned for OneWeb in the next several months to complete the company's orbiting constellation by spring. OneWeb already is providing internet service in Alaska, Canada and northern Europe; the newest satellites will increase the range to the entire U.S. and Europe, as well as large parts of Africa and South America, and elsewhere, according to Ladovaz.
OneWeb satellites — each about the size of a washing machine and weighing 330 pounds (150 kilograms) — are built at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center through a joint venture with France’s Airbus.
Thursday’s launch occurred just several miles away from the same pad where Apollo astronauts blasted off for the moon, the last time on Dec. 7, 1972. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/nation-world/spacex-oneweb-internet-satellite-launch/507-44741061-a6b8-43a6-9d1f-9dd4fb3ae426 | 2022-12-09 01:55:32 | 1 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/nation-world/spacex-oneweb-internet-satellite-launch/507-44741061-a6b8-43a6-9d1f-9dd4fb3ae426 |
FRANKLIN, Indiana — A man has been charged with voluntary manslaughter in the shooting of a 47-year-old woman found dead in a Franklin home late last year.
Johnathan Z. Baker, 50, was charged May 10 in the death of Jennifer Lewis.
(NOTE: The video above is a previous report on the incident.)
Shortly before 2 a.m. on Nov. 12, 2022, Franklin Police Department officers responded to a report of a suicide attempt at a home in the 2700 block of Woodfield Boulevard. The home is in the Branigin Creek subdivision, which is located near South U.S. Highway 31.
Franklin Police Chief Kirby Cochran said arriving officers spoke with Baker, who was inside the home.
Baker let officers into the home. That's where Cochran said they found a woman, identified as Lewis, dead.
According to court documents, a sergeant at the scene initially believed the death may be suspicious due to multiple shell casings and the location of a gun on Lewis' body.
In court documents, police claim that a witness told officers that they received a call from Lewis stating that Baker was beating her. The witness told police they then received a call from Baker who said, "call the cops, I shot Jae (a nickname for Lewis)."
The witness told police they then received another call from Baker, who said that Lewis shot herself.
In an interview with detectives, Baker, police say in court documents, told conflicting stories of what happened, including that the gun went off during a struggle. Baker wasn't able to account for evidence located at the scene, police said, and stated at one point that Lewis' death didn't look like a suicide.
In a voicemail message recovered from Lewis' phone, Baker could be heard telling Lewis, "Now you're going to get me thrown in prison," and Lewis' final statement on the recording of, "I'm going to call the police."
The Johnson County Coroner's Office ruled Lewis' death a homicide due to a single gunshot wound.
According to court documents, Baker was on probation after pleading guilty to a domestic violence charge in September. The case stems from an incident that happened at the same address in January.
Police records say officers received a call from a man saying his stepfather was beating his mother. When they got to the house, they say Lewis answered the door and said, “Help me,” and told police Baker was upstairs with a gun.
Lewis then told officers Baker hit her about 75 times and choked her, saying she almost lost consciousness.
Baker received one year of probation and counseling for domestic battery.
Baker is scheduled for an initial hearing on June 7. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/man-charged-manslaughter-deadly-shooting-woman-franklin-johnathan-baker-jennifer-lewis/531-451b527c-7f3d-4f24-9fc0-f7c135ef2a1a | 2023-05-12 16:35:39 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/man-charged-manslaughter-deadly-shooting-woman-franklin-johnathan-baker-jennifer-lewis/531-451b527c-7f3d-4f24-9fc0-f7c135ef2a1a |
CHENGDU, China, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The awarding ceremony of the 2022 Times Young Creative Awards, co-sponsored by Want Want China Times Media Group and Chengdu Media Group, took place in Chengdu on December 16, at which the winner list was officially announced. A total of 99,694 entries from China, the United States, France, Italy, South Korea, Belgium, Malaysia, and other countries participated. Finally, the organizing committee selected the gold, silver, and bronze prizes from 175 entries of the top three entries in each competition area.
The theme-specific award entitled "Introducing Chengdu with Cultural and Creative Works in Digital Form—Design Award for Park City Demonstration Zone in Our Eyes" proposed by Chengdu Media Group was announced concurrently. The campaign features designs for publicity, souvenirs, and landscape, selecting three works for the gold, silver, and bronze prizes, along with several awards for excellent works; the maximum reward reached RMB 10,000. The work "Games", a publicity design produced by students Ma Ying, Hui Huaxiao, and Wang Xueyuan from Sichuan University, won the gold prize.
"Tip of the Iceberg" by the private Taibei High School in Chinese Taipei won the silver prize, and "Redesign of Industrial Relics under the Concept of Landscape Urbanism" by Yantai Institute of Technology won the bronze prize. "This is Anren Ancient Town in Chengdu" by the Chengdu University of Technology won the Excellent Award alongside other works.
This year's Times Young Creative Awards set up the Chinese mainland competition area and the Chinese Taipei and overseas competition areas and collects 1063 entries from 3,976 youth designers from all over the world. These young designers' works presented the characteristic elements of Chengdu, such as snowy mountains, parks, pandas, Sichuan opera, greenway, lakes, and sunbirds, in a diversified way. The future urban scenes of Chengdu, where a city is built in parks, parks in cities, green through windows, and parks outside the door, are transformed into design inspiration for Chengdu, which aims to build a park city demonstration area under the new development concept. The campaign integrates personal dreams with urban dreams by creating visible, audible, and interactive physical images in the form of digital cultural creation, and engages everyone in building Chengdu into a park city.
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FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – The scope of the damage from the deadly tornado that hit communities along the Illinois and Indiana border Friday night is made even more visible from the air.
The tornado went from Robinson, Illinois, to Sullivan County in Indiana, killing a total of six people and injuring others.
WTWO/WAWV General Manager Tim Sanders flew over the path of destruction, and said he noticed a lot of debris had been pulled out into fields, which showed how far the storm could carry objects.
“There was a 1,000-gallon propane tank that was out in the field,” Sanders said.
Tornadoes killed at least 27 people as they touched down across the Midwest and the South.
Confirmed or suspected tornadoes in 11 states destroyed homes and businesses, splintered trees and laid waste to neighborhoods. It could take days to make a count of all the tornadoes from recent days.
The White House announced Sunday that it would provide federal resources, including financial assistance, to support recovery efforts after President Joe Biden declared broad swaths of the country a major disaster.
Deaths were reported in Delaware, Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Indiana and Illinois.
Three people were killed in Sullivan, Indiana.
“When we went over Sullivan, seeing the amount of homes damaged, these are our friends, our family members, our businesses we work with,” Sanders said. “When you see it in real life, it’s heartbreaking.”
“I’m really, really shocked there isn’t more as far as human issues,” said Sullivan Mayor Clint Lamb, adding that recovery “is going to be a very long process.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/national-news/watch-aerial-video-shows-tornados-path-of-destruction-in-illinois-indiana/ | 2023-04-02 21:20:39 | 0 | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/national-news/watch-aerial-video-shows-tornados-path-of-destruction-in-illinois-indiana/ |
(The Hill) — Some places have saluted Taylor Swift by temporarily renaming entire cities after her or making her an honorary mayor, but New Jersey is upping the ante and paying tasty homage to the “Anti-Hero” singer with an eponymous state sandwich.
“In New Jersey, we have a reputation for a great war between Taylor ham and pork roll,” New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) said in a video posted on Twitter on Thursday, taking care to emphasize the shout-outs to Swift’s song titles included as part of his message.
“Usually, we let you call it what you want,” Murphy said, “but since we have a superstar coming to town, we know all too well that we should commemorate the occasion.”
Swift is poised to touch down in the Garden State beginning Friday as part of her “The Eras Tour,” with three performances at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.
“So today we are declaring the official state sandwich of New Jersey a Taylor Swift ham, egg and cheese,” Murphy announced.
“Welcome to New Jersey, Taylor. We’ve been waiting for you and it would’ve been a cruel summer without you,” he said.
The video showed a pun-heavy proclamation bearing Murphy’s signature marking the sandwich honor and dubbing Swift an artist who “will Forever and Always remain Untouchable when creating meaningful lyrics and performing her record-breaking music live.”
Swift’s ham, egg, and cheese tribute is the latest in a long list of unique recognitions offered up by state officials as she crisscrosses the country for her sold-out concert tour.
Last month, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor (D) said the city would name her “honorary mayor” while she was in town.
In March, Glendale, Ariz., made headlines when it changed its name to “Swift City” to celebrate the 33-year-old megastar kicking off her tour at the State Farm Stadium. | https://phl17.com/nmw/governor-declares-taylor-swift-ham-egg-and-cheese-official-nj-state-sandwich-ahead-of-tour-stop/ | 2023-05-25 19:15:11 | 0 | https://phl17.com/nmw/governor-declares-taylor-swift-ham-egg-and-cheese-official-nj-state-sandwich-ahead-of-tour-stop/ |
Zhizhen Zhang 2023 Hamburg European Open Odds
As play in the Hamburg European Open approaches its conclusion, a quarterfinal is coming up for Zhizhen Zhang against Daniel Altmaier. Zhang currently has +1400 odds to be crowned champion at MatchMaker Sports Gmbh.
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Zhang at the 2023 Hamburg European Open
- Next Round: Quarterfinals
- Tournament Dates: July 21-30
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- Location: Hamburg, Germany
- Court Surface: Clay
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After defeating Yannick Hanfmann 4-6, 6-1, 6-4, Zhang will play Altmaier in the quarterfinals on Friday, July 28 at 8:30 AM ET.
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Zhang Stats
- Zhang beat Hanfmann 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 on Thursday in the Round of 16.
- In 21 tournaments over the past 12 months, Zhang is yet to win a title, and his overall record is 24-22.
- Zhang is 8-6 on clay over the past 12 months, with zero tournament wins.
- Zhang, over the past 12 months, has played 46 matches across all court types, and 25.7 games per match.
- On clay, Zhang has played 14 matches over the past 12 months, and he has totaled 26.7 games per match while winning 50.0% of games.
- Over the past 12 months, Zhang has won 78.7% of his service games, and he has won 19.6% of his return games.
- Zhang has claimed 77.5% of his service games on clay over the past year and 19.9% of his return games.
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What is the top open job in Volusia County? Here's what a Florida economist had to say.
A new SunRail station, an Aldi grocery store, manufacturing space for The Nutty Bavarian and a riverside nature park instead of single-family homes — those are just a few of the developments that were highlighted during the West Volusia Regional Chamber's economic forum.
Kyle Baltuch, senior vice president of equality of opportunity and early learning for the Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation, took attendees of Wednesday's event through some figures on the local job market and what the year is projected to hold:
What are the top open jobs in Volusia County?
Baltuch, who previously served as the vice president and economist at the nonprofit Florida TaxWatch, said there are 133 unemployed Volusia County residents for every 100 open jobs.
"Unsurprisingly, No.1 is registered nurse," Baltuch said. "It's also been the No. 1 open job in all of Florida every single month for the past decade."
Development in West Volusia:What's coming to DeBary, DeLand, Deltona, Orange City
What is the economic outlook for Volusia County, Florida in 2023?
Baltuch offered the following projections for Volusia County:
- Slowing inflation and return to average growth will lead to 4.2-4.7% increase in personal income
- Employment will remain relatively stagnant, experiencing minimal growth of 0.5-1%
- A cooling economy and national ripple effects will lead to an increase in the unemployment rate, leveling out between 3.3-3.8%
- Fastest growing industries: financial activities and education; health and human services
- Industries with the least growth: professional and business services; leisure and hospitality
Projections for state:
- 2023 will be another year of strong job growth (250,000 new jobs)
- Population growth will remain strong (about 350,000 new residents)
- Workforce availability and participation rate will continue to remain a concern (Experts attribute this to various factors such as an aging population, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic)
- Unemployment rate will continue to be below national average of 3.5% (Florida, currently 2.6%; United States, currently 3.6%)
- Stronger GDP growth for Florida's economy versus U.S. as a whole
- Inflation a significant concern for consumers and businesses
- Sales of single-family homes will return to pre-pandemic levels, but without much erosion in prices
- State will continue to lead in income migration or the number of tax filers | https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/2023/04/07/florida-economist-on-what-2023-holds-for-volusia-county/70090324007/ | 2023-04-07 22:17:25 | 1 | https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/2023/04/07/florida-economist-on-what-2023-holds-for-volusia-county/70090324007/ |
As SAG strike looms, A-list actors pen letter to union leadership on readiness to strike
Originally Published: 27 JUN 23 21:10 ET
By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN
(CNN) — Some members of the Screen Actors Guild — American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) have reportedly written a letter to union leadership urging the negotiating committee not to settle with the Hollywood studios on a deal that does not represent their demands.
According to Rolling Stone, the letter expresses concern that “this is an unprecedented inflection point in our industry, and what might be considered a good deal in any other years is simply not enough.”
“We feel that our wages, our craft, our creative freedom, and the power of our union have all been undermined in the last decade. We need to reverse those trajectories,” the letter continued.
According to the outlet, Meryl Streep, Jennifer Lawrence, Quinta Brunson, Rami Malek, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Brendan Fraser, Neil Patrick Harris, Amy Schumer and other household name actors signed the letter.
CNN has reached out to SAG-AFTRA requesting comment on the letter.
CNN previously reported that members of SAG-AFTRA voted to authorize a strike against the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), the entity representing the major studios, if a new contract isn’t reached by the time their current deal ends on June 30.
Last week, SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher said in a video update that negotiations with AMPTP have been “extremely productive,” a sentiment that members of SAG-AFTRA appear concerned with.
Tuesday’s letter reportedly goes on to state that those who signed it are prepared to strike “if it comes to that,” citing their awareness that a strike “brings incredible hardships to so many, and no one wants it.”
The letter comes as members of the Writers Guild of America have been on strike since May after failing to reach an agreement with AMPTP on terms of a new contract.
Among a host of demands that the WGA felt were not being met in fairness by the studios, a major point of contention has been the use of artificial intelligence.
Similar concerns on the use of AI have been floated as SAG-AFTRA’s negotiations with the studios continue, with a portion of the actors’ letter to the guild detailing how vital this specific topic is.
“We think it is absolutely vital that this negotiation protects not just our likenesses, but makes sure we are well compensated when any of our work is used to train AI,” the letter reportedly stated, in part.
The letter also continued to say that those who signed it ”would rather go on strike than compromise on these fundamental points,” and believe that if the union settles for anything less, “the future of our union and our craft will be undermined.”
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SALEM, Ore. — A waiting and vetting period would be baked into gun purchases in Oregon if a measure on the November statewide ballot passes.
The ballot measure is aimed at saving lives from suicide — in Oregon, 82% of gun deaths are suicides — mass shootings and other gun violence.
The gun safety initiative gained momentum after mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, New York, with more volunteers joining the effort, which was led by interfaith leaders.
“We’re making a strong, strong push and the coalition is just growing by the day,” the Rev. Mark Knutson, one of the chief petitioners, said over the phone last week. “Everybody’s working hard in the next three weeks.”
He said volunteers are canvassing door-to-door, erecting lawn signs and reaching out to voters by phone.
Former Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, who was shot in the head in a mass shooting in 2011 that killed six people, said bringing gun safety initiatives straight to voters is important because “our political leaders fail to act.”
“Mass shootings have become increasingly frequent,” Giffords wrote in the Oregon voters’ pamphlet. “We can choose to vote and make a difference.”
She leads Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence. The group donated $100,000 to the Oregon effort, according to Ballotpedia.
Opponents say the measure would infringe on Constitutionally protected gun rights.
It would create “a costly bureaucratic nightmare to make firearms ownership difficult for some, and nearly impossible for many,” said Kerry Spurgin, president of the Oregon State Shooting Association.
The measure would require a permit to purchase any gun. To qualify for a permit, valid for five years, an applicant would need to complete an approved firearm safety course, pay a fee, provide personal information, submit to fingerprinting and photographing and pass a criminal background check. It would also ban large capacity magazines over 10 rounds, except for current owners, law enforcement and the military.
The state police would create a firearms database. Applicants would apply for the permit from the local police chief, county sheriff or their designees.
Among those opposing the measure is the Portland chapter of the Socialist Rifle Association, a left-wing gun group that aims “to combat the toxic, right-wing, and exclusionary firearm culture in place today.”
“Law enforcement should not be responsible for deciding who is allowed to be armed, especially when they have a long and recent history of oppressing marginalized groups,” the chapter wrote in the voters’ pamphlet.
Miles Pendleton, president of the Eugene-Springfield branch of the NAACP, told Oregon Public Broadcasting he appreciates that concern but believes the measure would ultimately increase safety for people of color who are disproportionately affected by gun violence.
Also among those in support were the state affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers, the Oregon Medical Association and the Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon.
Two of the three chief petitioners are clergy — Knutson and Rabbi Michael Cahana, who respectively head a Lutheran church and a synagogue in Portland.
Knutson compared the broad-based effort to address gun violence to the civil rights movements in the 1960s that were led by church figures like the Rev. Martin Luther King.
When Knutson and Cahana and volunteers delivered boxes containing more than 160,000 voter signatures to election officials in Salem in July, they sang “We Shall Overcome” and other liberation songs.
There were more than enough verified signatures to put the initiative on the ballot. Oregon is the only state in America with a gun safety initiative in the 2022 elections, according to Sean Holihan, state legislative director for Giffords.
The Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association opposes the measure and predicted that if it is approved, it would be litigated as unconstitutional.
The U.S. Supreme Court last June told federal appeals courts to revisit cases involving laws in California and New Jersey that limit the number of bullets a gun magazine can hold. That came days after the court ruled that Americans have a right to carry firearms in public for self-defense.
The measure does not require a certain number of days to elapse between the purchase of a firearm and when the buyer can take possession of that gun, which Giffords says is required in California, Rhode island and Washington DC. But Knutson noted that under the measure, there’s a delay in between deciding to get a gun and obtaining one, which would reduce the risk of suicides, which can be an impulsive act. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/waiting-period-is-baked-into-gun-ballot-measure-in-oregon/2022/10/26/cb111958-5559-11ed-ac8b-08bbfab1c5a5_story.html | 2022-10-26 18:48:34 | 1 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/waiting-period-is-baked-into-gun-ballot-measure-in-oregon/2022/10/26/cb111958-5559-11ed-ac8b-08bbfab1c5a5_story.html |
The ultimate green, made from decomposed vegetation formerly seeped to the earth’s surface, has been resurrected to new life for more than a century. Oil has propelled every aspect of our modern life, elevating humanity from subsistence living to prosperity. Early pioneers greased their wagon axels from oil oozing through the ground in Bessimer Bend outside of Casper. Now refined petroleum hurtles jets around the planet while powering and lubricating earth bound vehicles. Then there is natural gas and coal, powerful sources of energy all from the earth sustaining a modern economy. More than one rancher has thrust a pipe into the ground to bring free cooking fuel to the house. While alternatives get pursued, major energy from below continues to let great generosity flow.
As springtime emerges from a long harsh Wyoming winter hope wells up like oil to the least of these in our state. More than one washed up roustabout has drifted in through the Rescue Mission’s door. Good money and hard living; collapse. It doesn’t take much to become homeless. Too many hangover no shows, depression, or tragedy can stop a body in the proverbial tracks. The laws of nature and a merciful personified hand, have a way of kindly guiding a weary soul to the story celebrated this Easter. One such weary wanderer raised with a bit of a silver spoon earned a double degree from the University, also found hard living did not work so well. Fast women, fast cars, plenty of cash and bars abandoned him to a vacuous emptiness. Then one day a kind soul handed him the story of Easter to read. The young man of Wyoming oil family name fame was rocked by a different kind of life resurrecting from the earth and received eternal life. Jesus Christ.
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Now well down the road this rescue mission partner gives of time, teaching, and generosity to help restore some 2,500 homeless and poor by a true love to a new life. The blossoms of springtime radiate earth’s resurrection through Anne, a former pill addicted nurse escaping an abusive husband made homeless. Then there is Victoria, the hopeless alcoholic and single mom homeless. Poor decisions, mental health, personal tragedy in a broken world. Like ancient entombed vegetation fueling new modern reality, one life crushed in a moment of time, to save humanity.
Now at Wyoming Rescue Mission those struggling with homelessness and well heeled partners meet, mutually impoverished yet eternally rich. | https://trib.com/opinion/columns/hopkins-ode-to-oil/article_614d123e-d578-11ed-baab-b72f02918c21.html | 2023-04-09 17:28:25 | 0 | https://trib.com/opinion/columns/hopkins-ode-to-oil/article_614d123e-d578-11ed-baab-b72f02918c21.html |
WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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RED FLAG WARNING
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
239 PM CDT Sun May 8 2022
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY FOR
STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE ENTIRETY OF THE
OKLAHOMA AND TEXAS PANHANDLES...
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 1 AM CDT
TUESDAY FOR STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE
ENTIRETY OF THE OKLAHOMA AND TEXAS PANHANDLES...
The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a Red Flag
Warning for strong winds and low relative humidity, which is in
effect until 1 AM CDT Monday. A subsequent Red Flag Warning is now
in effect from 10 AM CDT Monday to 1 AM CDT Tuesday. This
subsequent Red Flag Warning for Monday replaces the Fire Weather
Watch previously in effect at that time.
* Affected Area...In Oklahoma...Cimarron...Texas and Beaver. In
Texas...Dallam...Sherman...Hansford...Ochiltree...Lipscomb...
Hartley...Moore...Hutchinson...Roberts...Hemphill...Oldham...
Potter...Carson...Gray...Wheeler...Deaf Smith...Randall...
Armstrong...Donley...Collingsworth and Palo Duro Canyon.
* 20 Foot Winds...Both Sunday and Monday, southwest 20 to 30 mph
with gusts up to 40 mph.
* Relative Humidity...Sunday, as low as 3 percent. Monday, as low
as 5 percent.
* Red Flag Threat Index...4 to 8 both Sunday and Monday.
* Timing...Until 1 AM CDT very early Monday morning. A subsequent
Red Flag Warning is in effect from 10 AM CDT Monday morning
until 1 AM CDT very early Tuesday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now...or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures will
create favorable weather for rapid fire growth and spread. Avoid
activities that promote open flames and sparks.
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