text string | url string | crawl_date string | label int64 | id string |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Parents arrested after 5-week-old twins found with multiple broken bones, sheriff say
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (Gray News) - Parents of two five-week-old twins have been arrested in Ohio after the infants were found with multiple injuries.
According to the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office, Detective Conkel was contacted by a social worker from Nationwide Children’s Hospital about a possible child abuse case.
Detectives said they were advised that one of the twins was taken to Southern Ohio Medical Center for a possible broken arm where hospital staff then observed what appeared to be hemorrhages in both twins’ eyes. This resulted in both babies being transferred to the children’s hospital.
Detectives said they responded to the Nationwide Children’s Hospital where they were able to meet and talk with the child abuse trauma team of doctors providing treatment to the twins.
The sheriff’s office reported that detectives learned of multiple non-accidental injuries to both babies. The injuries included eye hemorrhages, multiple broken bones in their legs and arms, multiple rib fractures, and abrasions to the face that included a black eye and bruising.
As a result of these injuries, Scioto County Children Services were notified and responded to the hospital and removed custody from the parents.
Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman said detectives spoke with family members and witnesses and they ultimately arrested the twins’ parents.
Codi Alexander Ronald Allen, 20, and SueAnn Carter, 27, were taken into custody and facing charges that include felonious assault and endangering children.
The Scioto County Sheriff’s Office said the case remains under investigation.
Copyright 2023 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.kswo.com/2023/02/25/parents-arrested-after-5-week-old-twins-found-with-multiple-broken-bones-sheriff-say/ | 2023-02-25 20:48:14 | 1 | https://www.kswo.com/2023/02/25/parents-arrested-after-5-week-old-twins-found-with-multiple-broken-bones-sheriff-say/ |
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Johan Oviedo tied his career high with seven strikeouts in seven innings, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 6-0 on Saturday night to snap an eight-game losing streak.
Oviedo (4-2) retired the final 16 batters he faced, allowing just three hits on 82 pitches without issuing a walk. The right-hander went at least seven innings for the first time this season and second time in 24 career starts, capping his night in the seventh by retiring the side on five pitches.
“I'm really happy and thankful, first of all, with the coaches and the staff and the work that we put into these past weeks,” Oviedo said. "I was not looking at the strikeouts or pitch count, or anything. I was just trying to have fun every single pitch that I throw. Forget about the result, even if it was a good hit or a bad hit, or whatever happened in the game. I was just trying to have fun.”
Oviedo has given up seven runs with 23 strikeouts in 20 2/3 innings across five starts since being acquired in a trade from St. Louis on Aug. 1.
“The no walks (on Saturday) are what really stand out,” Pittsburgh manager Derek Shelton said. “He came out and commanded the zone, was really in control and he put us in good position. He did a good job of really pounding the zone and going after it. It’s a good step forward. It was a really impressive.”
The Pirates (56-96) ended Chicago’s four-game winning streak, and now must win at least seven of their final 10 games to avoid reaching 100 losses for the 10th time.
Rodolfo Castro set up the opening run in the first, putting two runners in scoring position with a one-out double to left-center. Bryan Reynolds scored on a sac fly by Diego Castillo.
Wade Miley (1-2) gave up one hit over the next three innings before leaving with left oblique tightness in the fifth. He surrendered three runs (one earned) and three hits in four innings.
“He's a little sore,” Cubs manager David Ross said. “He's had a good attitude, the way he's gone about his business. Really good way about how he was pitching today. His stuff felt good. The rhythm was good. Using both sides of the plate. We were just over there talking about how much fun it is to watch him pitch.”
Miley walked Ben Gamel to start the fifth before tossing a bunt from Greg Allen into center. Gamel moved to third with Allen advancing to second, ending Miley’s outing.
“I felt like I got to it OK and then just when I made a turn to throw it to second base, just felt a grab on the backside of my oblique,” Miley said. "As I'm throwing, I felt it kind of grab. That was it. ... A little bit of frustration. At first, it was painful. Then it kind of calmed down. I've torn my right one before and I was stubborn the first time I did it. I felt pretty much what I felt today, on my right side. Then I tried to throw another pitch. Just made it 10 weeks instead of two weeks.
“Hopefully, tomorrow it'll feel a little bit better. We'll see where it goes.”
Ji Hwan Bae hit a one-out double off Adbert Alzolay down the right-field line, driving in two to extend the lead to 3-0. They were the first two RBIs in the majors for Bae, who was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday.
Jack Suwinski then had a pinch-hit, three-run homer with two outs, doubling the lead to 6-0. The 18th home run of Suwinski’s rookie season was sent 426 feet into the bushes in dead center.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Cubs: LHP Steven Brault’s left shoulder did not respond well following an outing with Triple-A Iowa. He will head back to Chicago for further evaluation. ... LHP Justin Steele threw a bullpen, working his way back from low back problems. ... C Willson Contreras (ankle) and INF Nico Hoerner (triceps) could return in the next few days after going through pregame activities Saturday. ... LHP Brandon Hughes (ankle) is day-to-day.
Pirates: 3B Ke’Bryan Hayes was held out of a second straight game with low back discomfort.
UP NEXT
RHP Adrian Sampson (2-5, 3.35 ERA) will go for the Cubs in the series finale on Sunday, opposite Pirates RHP Luis Ortiz (0-0, 0.84).
___
More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/article/Oviedo-cruises-through-7-Pirates-top-Cubs-6-0-to-17464827.php | 2022-09-25 03:08:27 | 0 | https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/article/Oviedo-cruises-through-7-Pirates-top-Cubs-6-0-to-17464827.php |
- Net sales of $1.86 billion, increase of 1.2%; core organic net sales growth of 7.8%
- Net income of $167.0 million; Adjusted EBITDA of $384.0 million
- Diluted GAAP EPS of $0.25; adjusted EPS of $0.34
- Operating cash flow of $258.3 million; free cash flow of $219.3 million
- Adjusted net leverage reduced to 3.6X, down 0.6X year-to-date
RADNOR, Pa., Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR), a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences, advanced technologies and applied materials industries, today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.
"In the third quarter, we delivered 7.8% core organic revenue growth and more than 100 basis points in Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion. Our results benefited from approximately 30% core organic growth in bioproduction and double-digit core organic growth in advanced technologies and applied materials. We continue to execute on our long-term strategy through innovation and capacity investments that will strengthen our platform and enable sustained growth," said Michael Stubblefield, President and Chief Executive Officer of Avantor.
"We are focused on improving the performance of our recent acquisitions and leveraging our channel to accelerate commercial synergies. We are excited by the enhanced capabilities they bring and are confident in realizing the long-term potential of these assets."
"Looking ahead, we expect continued strength in our core business, despite some near-term headwinds. We have updated our full-year guidance to reflect our third quarter performance, $400 million of revenue from our 2021 acquisitions, changes to foreign exchange rates and current market conditions. We now expect to deliver 2.5% - 3.0% organic growth (6.0% - 6.5% excluding COVID-19 headwinds) and $1.38 to $1.40 of adjusted EPS for the full year. We remain confident that the strength of our end markets and the resilience of our model will position us for continued success," Stubblefield concluded.
For the three months ended September 30, 2022, net sales were $1.86 billion, an increase of 1.2% compared to the third quarter of 2021. Foreign currency translation had an unfavorable impact of 5.8% with M&A adding 2.5%, resulting in organic sales growth of 4.5% and core organic sales growth of 7.8%. Net income increased to $167.0 million from $156.8 million in the third quarter of 2021 and adjusted net income was up 8.8% from the comparable prior period, excluding foreign exchange headwinds. Adjusted EBITDA increased 6.9% to $384.0 million, and Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded by more than 100 basis points to 20.7%, as compared to 19.6% in the comparable prior period.
Diluted earnings per share on a GAAP basis was $0.25, while adjusted EPS was $0.34.
Operating cash flow in the quarter was $258.3 million, while free cash flow in the quarter was $219.3 million.
Adjusted net leverage was 3.6X as of September 30, 2022, down from 3.9X as of June 30, 2022, and in line with our target leverage of 2X - 4X.
Management uses Adjusted EBITDA to measure and evaluate the internal operating performance of the Company's business segments. Adjusted EBITDA is also our segment reporting profitability measure under generally accepted accounting principles.
- Net sales were $1,123.2 million, a reported increase of 7.5%, as compared to $1,045.0 million in the third quarter of 2021. Core organic sales increased 8.8%.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin increased approximately 80 basis points to 23.4%, as compared to 22.6% in the comparable prior period.
- Net sales were $595.1 million, a reported decrease of 11.8%, as compared to $674.7 million in the third quarter of 2021. Core organic sales increased 4.8%.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin increased approximately 180 basis points to 21.9%, as compared to 20.1% in the comparable prior period.
- Net sales were $138.2 million, a reported increase of 20.6%, as compared to $114.6 million in the third quarter of 2021. Core organic sales increased 15.1%.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin increased approximately 10 basis points to 25.8%, as compared to 25.7% in the comparable prior period.
Avantor will host a conference call to discuss its results today, October 28, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. A live webcast can be accessed on the investors section of Avantor's website.
Following the live webcast, a replay of the webcast and the slide presentation will be available at https://ir.avantorsciences.com/investors/news-and-events/events/default.aspx.
Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities in the industries we serve. Our global footprint enables us to serve more than 225,000 customer locations and gives us extensive access to research laboratories and scientists in more than 180 countries. We set science in motion to create a better world. For more information, please visit www.avantorsciences.com.
To evaluate our performance, we monitor a number of key indicators. As appropriate, we supplement our results of operations determined in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") with certain non-GAAP financial measurements that we believe are useful to investors, creditors and others in assessing our performance. These measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for reported GAAP results because they may include or exclude certain items as compared to similar GAAP-based measures, and such measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. Rather, these measures should be considered as an additional way of viewing aspects of our operations that provide a more complete understanding of our business. We strongly encourage investors to review our consolidated financial statements included in reports filed with the SEC in their entirety and not rely solely on any one, single financial measurement or communication.
The non-GAAP financial measures used in this press release are sales growth on an organic basis, sales growth on a core organic basis, Adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net income, adjusted EPS, adjusted net leverage and free cash flow.
- Sales growth on an organic basis eliminates from our reported net sales growth the impacts of earnings from any acquired or disposed businesses that have been owned for less than one year and changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Sales growth on a core organic basis eliminates from our organic growth the impacts of any COVID-19 related net sales. We believe that these measurements are useful as a way to measure and evaluate our underlying commercial operating performance consistently across our segments and the periods presented.
- Adjusted EBITDA is to measure and evaluate our operating performance exclusive of interest expense, income tax expense, depreciation, amortization and certain other adjustments. We believe that this measurement is useful as a way to analyze the underlying trends in our business consistently across the periods presented.
- Adjusted net income is our net income or loss first adjusted for the following items: (i) amortization of acquired intangible assets, (ii) net foreign currency remeasurement gains or losses relating to financing activities, (iii) losses on extinguishment of debt, (iv) other costs or credits that are either isolated or cannot be expected to recur with any regularity or predictability. From this amount, we then add or subtract an assumed incremental income tax impact on the above noted pre-tax adjustments, using estimated tax rates, to arrive at Adjusted Net Income. We believe that this measurement is useful as a way to analyze the business consistently across the periods presented.
- Beginning with the quarter ended March 31, 2022, Adjusted EPS is our adjusted net income divided by our diluted GAAP weighted average share count. Prior to the first quarter of 2022, Adjusted EPS was our adjusted net income divided by the normalized shares outstanding. The normalized shares outstanding reflected for all periods (i) the total number of shares of common stock outstanding following our initial public offering, plus (ii) the dilutive effect of the assumed exercise or conversion of instruments (including our 6.250% Series A mandatory convertible preferred stock assuming the lowest rate of conversion into common stock). We believe that this measurement is an additional way to analyze the underlying trends in our business consistently across the periods presented.
- Adjusted net leverage is equal to our gross debt, reduced by our cash and cash equivalents, divided by our trailing 12-month Adjusted EBITDA (excluding stock-based compensation expense and including the expected run-rate effect of cost synergies and the incremental results of completed acquisitions as if those acquisitions had occurred on the first day of the trailing 12-month period). We believe that this measurement is a useful way to evaluate and measure the Company's capital allocation strategies and the underlying trends in the business.
- Free cash flow is equal to our cash flow from operating activities, excluding acquisition-related costs paid in the period, less capital expenditures. We believe that this measurement is useful as it provides a view on the Company's ability to generate cash for use in financing or investment activities.
Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures are included in the tables accompanying this release.
This press release contains forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements discuss our current expectations and projections relating to our financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business. These statements may be preceded by, followed by or include the words "aim," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "intend," "likely," "outlook," "plan," "potential," "project," "projection," "seek," "can," "could," "may," "should," "would," "will," the negatives thereof and other words and terms of similar meaning.
Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions; they are not guarantees of performance. You should not place undue reliance on these statements. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. Although we believe that our assumptions made in connection with the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that the assumptions and expectations will prove to be correct. Factors that could contribute to these risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, the factors described in "Risk Factors" in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, as such risk factors may be updated from time to time in our periodic filings with the SEC.
All forward-looking statements attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the foregoing cautionary statements. In addition, all forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligations to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise other than as required under the federal securities laws.
Investor Relations Contact
Christina Jones
Vice President, Investor Relations
Avantor
805-617-5297
Christina.Jones@avantorsciences.com
Media Contact
Petro Kacur
Director, PR and External Communications
Avantor
404-408-0663
Petro.Kacur@avantorsciences.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Avantor and Financial News | https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2022/10/28/avantor-reports-third-quarter-2022-results/ | 2022-10-28 11:14:39 | 1 | https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2022/10/28/avantor-reports-third-quarter-2022-results/ |
WASHINGTON — The U.S. has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday. In a sharp reversal of previous policy, Blinken also said he expects to speak with his Kremlin counterpart for the first time since before Russia invaded Ukraine.
The statement marked the first time the U.S. government has publicly revealed any concrete action it has taken to secure the release of Griner, who was arrested on drug-related charges at a Moscow airport in February and testified Wednesday at her trial.
Blinken did not offer details on the proposed deal, which was offered weeks ago, and it is unclear if it will be enough for Russia to release the Americans. But the public acknowledgment of the offer at a time when the U.S. has otherwise shunned Russia, reflects the mounting pressure on the administration over Griner and Whelan and its determination to get them home.
Blinken said Washington would like a response from Moscow. Russia has for years expressed interest in the release of Viktor Bout, a Russian arms dealer once labeled the “Merchant of Death,” who was sentenced to 25 years in prison in 2012 on charges that he schemed to illegally sell millions of dollars in weapons.
Blinken said he had requested a call with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. U.S. officials said the the desire for an answer on the prisoner offer was the primary, but not only, reason that the U.S. on Wednesday requested the call with Lavrov.
Should the call take place, it would be the first conversation that Blinken and Lavrov have held since Feb. 15, about a week before Russia invaded Ukraine. Blinken said he would also be speaking to Lavrov about the importance of Russia complying with a UN-brokered deal to free multiple tons of Ukrainian grain from storage and warning him about the dangers of possible Russian attempts to annex portions of eastern and southern Ukraine.
Whelan, a corporate security executive from Michigan, was sentenced in 2020 to 16 years in prison on espionage charges. He and his family have vigorously asserted his innocence. The U.S. government has denounced the charges as false. He and his family have vigorously asserted his innocence. The U.S. government has denounced the charges as false.
Griner, in Russian custody for the last month, acknowledged in court this month that she had vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage when she arrived in Moscow in February but contends she had no criminal intent and packed the cartridges inadvertently.
At her trial Wednesday, Griner said she did not know how the cannabis oil ended up in her bag but explained she had a doctor’s recommendation for it and had packed in haste. She said she was pulled aside at the airport after inspectors found the cartridges, but that a language interpreter translated only a fraction of what was said during her questioning and that officials instructed her to sign documents without providing an explanation.
Griner faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted of transporting drugs.
The U.S. government has long resisted prisoner swaps out of concern that it could encourage additional hostage-taking and promote false equivalency between a wrongfully detained American and a foreign national regarded as justly convicted. But an earlier deal in April, in which Marine veteran Trevor Reed was traded for jailed Russian pilot, Konstantin Yaroshenko, appeared to open the door to similar resolutions in the future and the Biden administration has been hounded with political pressure to bring home Griner and other Americans designated as unjustly detained.
There was no indication that Blinken and Lavrov had communicated to secure Reed’s release. Their last publicly recognized contact was Feb. 22, when Blinken wrote to Lavrov to cancel a meeting they had planned as a last-ditch effort to avert the Russian invasion, saying Moscow had shown no interest in serious diplomacy on the matter. The State Department said later that Russia’s diplomacy was “Kabuki Theater” — all show and no substance.
The two last met in person in Geneva in January to discuss what was then Russia’s massive military build-up along Ukraine’s border and Russian demands for NATO to reduce its presence in eastern Europe and permanently deny Ukraine membership. The U.S. rejected the Russian demands.
Blinken and Lavrov avoided each other earlier this month at the next time they were in the same place at the same time: at a meeting of foreign ministers from the Group of 20 nations in Bali, Indonesia.
The two men will next be in the same city at the same time next week in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where they will both be attending the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Regional Forum. It was not immediately clear if the phone call ahead of that meeting, set for Aug. 4-5, would presage an in-person discussion. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/nation-world/in-rare-contact-us-offers-russia-deal-for-griner-whelan/507-75ed1e71-58a8-4431-8249-e2353b385ef6 | 2022-07-27 19:15:14 | 0 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/nation-world/in-rare-contact-us-offers-russia-deal-for-griner-whelan/507-75ed1e71-58a8-4431-8249-e2353b385ef6 |
ATLANTA (AP) — Spencer Strider is working on a no-hitter for the Atlanta Braves through seven innings, with the only baserunner for the Miami Marlins coming on an error by Gold Glove first baseman Matt Olson.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. led off the seventh with a grounder that went through Olson’s legs, ending Strider’s bid for a perfect game Monday night.
The right-hander still has not allowed a hit. He has thrown 83 pitches through seven innings and struck out 11 batters. Atlanta leads 8-0.
Strider finished second in NL Rookie of the Year voting last season to teammate Michael Harris II.
Strider has struck out at least nine in nine straight starts dating to last Sept. 1. It’s the longest active streak in the majors and the longest in franchise history, one better than Hall of Famer John Smoltz.
The hard-throwing right-hander routinely hit the high-90s (mph) with his fastball, but his slider was equally effective. Garrett Hampson, the last batter to face Strider in the sixth, whiffed on an 82 mph slider.
The Braves have hit five homers to back Strider, three of them two-run shots.
Strider was trying to throw the 24th perfect game in major league history and first since Seattle’s Félix Hernández in 2012 against Tampa Bay.
___
AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://wgntv.com/sports/ap-sports/braves-strider-has-perfect-game-through-6-vs-marlins/ | 2023-04-25 23:19:29 | 1 | https://wgntv.com/sports/ap-sports/braves-strider-has-perfect-game-through-6-vs-marlins/ |
WASHINGTON — (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was in a multi-car accident on Tuesday as he traveled in a motorcade to campaign events in Tennessee for his 2024 presidential bid but was uninjured.
Traffic slowed down and caused four cars in the motorcade to hit each other, Chattanooga, Tennessee, police told WTVC-TV. One staff member suffered a minor injury, police said.
The Republican White House hopeful and his team "are uninjured," campaign press secretary Bryan Griffin told The Associated Press.
Representatives for DeSantis’ campaign did not answer questions about who was driving the governor or reveal details about the accident. DeSantis was continuing on to his event, spokesman Andrew Romeo said. A spokesman for the Florida governor’s office deferred questions about the accident to the campaign.
DeSantis was scheduled to hold events throughout central and eastern Tennessee, where he has been focusing a lot of attention in his recent campaigning. Earlier this month, he addressed more than 1,800 attendees at a state GOP dinner in Nashville.
The Florida governor, who has trailed front-runner Donald Trump in the GOP presidential contest, was expected to be at fundraiser at a private home in Chattanooga on Tuesday. Hosts for the fundraiser were to pay $10,000 per couple for the event, while co-hosts were paying $5,000 and other attendees were paying $2,000 each, according to the Chattanooga Times Free Press.
DeSantis was expected to attend additional fundraisers on Tuesday in Knoxville and Franklin.
The Republican candidate has been attending a string of fundraisers lately as his campaign has faced some surprising financial pressures. He was in Utah over the weekend holding fundraisers and in New York last week for an event in the Hamptons.
Just two months after entering the race, DeSantis already has been cutting staff while facing new questions about his aggressive spending, his media strategy and his apparent willingness to brawl with any and all foes except for Trump, the one person he must defeat to claim the GOP's 2024 presidential nomination.
“The DeSantis campaign is recalibrating. It’s clear it needs to,” said Republican strategist Terry Sullivan, who managed Marco Rubio’s 2016 presidential campaign. “But at the end of the day, they’re still better positioned than any other challenger to Donald Trump, times 10.”
DeSantis' team has quietly expressed confidence for months that voters would eventually tire of Trump's escalating legal troubles and personal baggage. But that same baggage, playing out in the U.S. legal system just as the GOP primary intensifies, is leaving precious little oxygen for his rivals to break through. And Trump's standing with Republican primary voters seems to be growing stronger with every new legal challenge.
Still, DeSantis’ team has raised a stunning $150 million for his presidential ambitions so far. The vast majority, $130 million, has gone to a super PAC run by allies who cannot legally coordinate with the campaign.
The DeSantis campaign itself raised more than $20 million in the first six weeks he was in the race, though recently released federal filings revealed that he and his team had burned through more than $8 million in a spending spree that included more than 100 paid staffers, a large security detail and luxury travel.
___
This story has been corrected to show DeSantis was in Nashville earlier this month, not last week.
___
Follow the AP's coverage of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis at https://apnews.com/hub/ron-desantis.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. | https://www.wpxi.com/news/politics/desantis-is-car/XXFGZ62B3MBROLEEN5WTS7G6KE/ | 2023-07-25 14:55:46 | 1 | https://www.wpxi.com/news/politics/desantis-is-car/XXFGZ62B3MBROLEEN5WTS7G6KE/ |
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. | https://wtmj.com/ap-news/2022/12/04/ap-top-business-news-at-904-a-m-est-2/ | 2022-12-04 22:40:40 | 1 | https://wtmj.com/ap-news/2022/12/04/ap-top-business-news-at-904-a-m-est-2/ |
Bouncy, customizable Brown Sugar Jelly unveiled nationwide as a permanent menu addition for cold beverages
EMERYVILLE, Calif., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Peet's Coffee introduces its Summer of Jelly menu celebrating the refreshing taste, vibrant colors and unique customization of boba-inspired coffee and tea beverages. As younger U.S. consumers drive demand for boba-inspired specialty drinks1, Peet's debuts a new line of plant-based coffee and tea customized beverages featuring Brown Sugar Jelly for refreshing flavor and texture. Sweet and bouncy Jelly are fully plant-based and can now be added to any cold beverage at Peet's as a permanent menu option. From the new Brown Sugar Cold Brew Oat Latte to a Citrus Green Tea Shaker with Brown Sugar Jelly, Peet's summer menu offers the customization and bright layers that fans of Jelly and boba crave, matched with Peet's aromatic, freshly roasted coffee and tea selections.
"Jelly beverages are a refreshing treat that can be dreamed up and enjoyed with endless flavor and color combinations, especially during summer," said Patrick Main, Senior Beverage Innovator. "At Peet's, our Brown Sugar Jelly is fully plant-based and can be added to any cold drink for refreshing sweetness, irresistible texture and luscious layers that look and taste delicious."
Peet's Summer of Jelly products include:
- Brown Sugar Jelly – Permanent addition
- Brown Sugar Cold Brew Oat Latte – Permanent addition
- Iced Brown Sugar Matcha Oat Latte – Permanent addition
- Citrus Green Tea Shaker with Brown Sugar Jelly – Summer feature
- Strawberry Lemon Tea Shaker with Brown Sugar Jelly – Summer feature
- Brown Sugar Oat Latte (Hot or Iced) – Summer feature
Peet's Coffee is offering an exclusive promotion for all new Peetnik Rewards Members2 who will receive $3 off a Jelly beverage when they download the Peet's App and enter promo code JELLY3 at registration from June 8-22, 2022. Download the Peet's app here.
Also, this summer, coffee drinkers are invited to soak in the sunshine with Peet's Zenith Summer Blend. This sweet and easy-drinking medium roast coffee invokes lighthearted summer vibes whether brewed hot or cold. Guatemala's sweet chocolate-caramel notes are at the forefront, with New Guinea giving the blend some heft, balanced by Rwanda's juicy cherry cola notes. The blend is available in retail stores and online for a limited time.
Peet's Coffee honors Pride Month with the return of Peet's Rainbow Sugar Cookie, available now through June 30. As part of the company's longtime community commitment, Peet's is providing a $20,000 donation to SF LGBT Center, a non-profit organization fostering resources, support, and a safe space for LGBTQ individuals in San Francisco.
To learn more about Peet's Summer of Jelly menu and to find a Coffeebar location near you, visit www.peets.com.
- Source Bloomberg.
- $3 off a Jelly beverage when you download the Peet's app, 6/8 - 6/22/2022
Offer valid for $3 off your purchase of a Jelly Beverage, any size, at participating Peetnik Rewards locations. Offer valid for 7 days from issuance. Transaction must include one (1) bar-made beverage with Jelly. Offer valid for one-time use only. Must apply offer at checkout to redeem. Offer not valid on previous purchases. May not be combined with other Peetnik Rewards offers. Only transactions more than $0 will qualify for points. Taxes, surcharges, or fees may apply. No cash value, substitutions, or rainchecks. This offer is exclusive to you and your Peetnik Rewards account, and cannot be reproduced, transferred, or used by any else. Peet's reserves the right to withdraw or change the offer terms at any time, at its discretion, without notice.
When Alfred Peet founded Peet's Coffee® in Berkeley, California in 1966, he introduced an artisan movement creating the U.S. specialty coffee industry. Considered the "Big Bang of coffee," Peet's legacy – sourcing the world's best beans, artisan roasting for rich, premium taste and crafting beverages by hand – lives on today in every cup, whether ordered online, selected at a grocery store then brewed at home or served in any one of over 270 Peet's Coffee locations in the U.S and China. Peet's Coffee is committed to the welfare of people and the planet, with 100 percent of its coffee purchases verified as responsibly sourced per Enveritas standards. The company operates the first LEED® Gold certified roastery in the United States. Visit www.peets.com and connect @peetscoffee.
Images can be downloaded here
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Peet's Coffee Inc. | https://www.kait8.com/prnewswire/2022/06/08/peets-coffee-introduces-summer-jelly-with-plant-based-boba-inspired-coffee-tea-menu/ | 2022-06-08 12:18:00 | 1 | https://www.kait8.com/prnewswire/2022/06/08/peets-coffee-introduces-summer-jelly-with-plant-based-boba-inspired-coffee-tea-menu/ |
WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 25, 2022
_____
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
316 PM CDT Thu Aug 25 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northeastern
Brazoria County through 345 PM CDT...
At 315 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a slow moving strong
thunderstorm over Hillcrest, or near Alvin, moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Locally heavy rainfall and winds in excess of 30 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Alvin, northern Angleton, southern Manvel, Danbury, Iowa Colony,
Hillcrest, Liverpool, Bonney and Chocolate Bayou.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in League City.
LAT...LON 2917 9545 2947 9544 2944 9522 2921 9507
TIME...MOT...LOC 2015Z 359DEG 9KT 2936 9524
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...30 MPH
_____
Copyright 2022 AccuWeather | https://www.seattlepi.com/weather/article/TX-WFO-HOUSTON-GALVESTON-Warnings-Watches-and-17398469.php | 2022-08-25 20:36:51 | 0 | https://www.seattlepi.com/weather/article/TX-WFO-HOUSTON-GALVESTON-Warnings-Watches-and-17398469.php |
DETROIT (AP) — Republican Rep. John James filed paperwork Friday to run for reelection to his Detroit-area House seat, opting against a campaign for the Senate seat being vacated by Democrat Debbie Stabenow in 2024.
James, a 41-year-old first-term representative and rising star in the party, had been considered one of Republicans’ most promising potential Senate candidates. He ran unsuccessfully for the Senate twice before, losing to Stabenow in 2018 and to Democratic Sen. Gary Peters in 2020.
Those two statewide bids raised James’ name recognition before he won his House seat in last year’s midterms, becoming Michigan’s first Black Republican member of Congress. He has been a frequent guest on conservative media outlets and a strong fundraiser.
Following an event in Detroit on Friday, James told The Associated Press that his focus on his House district “has been unwavering.”
Stabenow announced in January that she would not seek a fifth term, raising the stakes of the contest in the presidential battleground state and giving new hopes to Republicans as they try to retake control of the Senate in 2024. Democrats currently hold a 51-49 advantage in the chamber.
Nikki Snyder, a Republican State Board of Education member, this month became the first candidate to announce a run for Stabenow’s seat, but a high-profile candidate has yet to enter the race.
On the Democratic side, Reps. Elissa Slotkin and Debbie Dingell, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist have been discussed as potential candidates. Former Rep. Peter Meijer, who lost his Republican primary last year after voting to impeach then-President Donald Trump in 2021, is still considering a GOP run for the seat.
James’ decision to seek reelection thins an already small Republican bench of potential Senate candidates in Michigan after the party suffered sweeping losses in statewide and congressional races in November’s midterms. Republicans have taken just one of Michigan’s last 15 Senate races, winning an open seat in 1994.
James only narrowly won his race last year, defeating Democrat Carl Malinga by fewer than 2,000 votes despite outraising him by nearly $6 million.
His 10th Congressional District seat, which was recently redrawn to include a chunk of Macomb County and a small portion of Oakland County, is expected to once again be competitive in 2024 and could be critical to Republicans’ chances of maintaining a slim majority in the U.S. House.
Michigan Democratic Chair Lavora Barnes said in a statement to The Associated Press that the party is “aggressively working to flip the 10th congressional district blue.”
In his less than two months in Congress, James has been named vice chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment and delivered a prominent speech on the House floor last month to nominate Kevin McCarthy as speaker.
Over five generations, James said in the speech, “My family’s gone from slave to the floor of the United States House of Representatives,” now seeing him become the first in his freshman class of lawmakers to address the full House.
___
Associated Press writer Sara Burnett in Chicago contributed to this report. | https://cbs4indy.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-gop-rep-john-james-wont-seek-michigans-open-senate-seat/ | 2023-02-25 03:49:41 | 1 | https://cbs4indy.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-gop-rep-john-james-wont-seek-michigans-open-senate-seat/ |
UConn wins March Madness with 76-59 smothering of SDSU
HOUSTON (AP) - UConn topped off one of the most impressive March Madness runs in history Monday night, clamping down early and breaking it open late to bring home its fifth national title with a 76-59 victory over San Diego State.
Adama Sanogo had 17 points and 10 rebounds and Tristen Newton also had a double-double with 19 points and 10 boards for the Huskies (31-8), who became the fifth team since the bracket expanded in 1985 to win all six NCAA Tournament games by double-digits on the way to a championship.
They won the six games by an average of an even 20 points, only a fraction less than what North Carolina did in sweeping to the title in 2009.
UConn built a 16-point lead late in the first half, only to see the Aztecs (32-7) trim the lead to five with 5:19 left. But Jordan Hawkins (16 points) answered with a 3 to trigger a 9-0 run and the only drama left was whether UConn would cover the 7 1/2-point spread and go 6-for-6 with double-digit wins.
Keshad Johnson had 14 points for San Diego State, which came up one win shy in this, its first trip to the Final Four.
___
AP March Madness coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/march-madness and bracket: https://apnews.com/hub/ncaa-mens-bracket and https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://twitter.com/AP_Top25
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.kold.com/2023/04/04/uconn-wins-march-madness-with-76-59-smothering-sdsu/ | 2023-04-04 03:59:34 | 0 | https://www.kold.com/2023/04/04/uconn-wins-march-madness-with-76-59-smothering-sdsu/ |
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota universities will begin to sell more alcohol at events next school year.
The South Dakota Board of Regents approved an expanded alcohol sales policy Thursday to include general admission areas of performing arts and athletic events.
Under the previous policy, alcohol sales were limited to select box seats and loge areas.
Six universities governed by the Board of Regent will be permitted, but not required, to sell alcohol in general admission areas. The universities include Northern State University, Black Hills State, University of South Dakota, South Dakota State University and Dakota State University.
The regents say the effort to expand alcohol sales to general admission areas came from the student government organizations on each campus. They sent a letter to the board urging it to change the policy.
“We’re seeing a move toward general admission alcohol sales at collegiate events across the country. It seemed like a good time to revisit South Dakota’s policy as well,” said the board's executive director, Dr. Brian Maher.
The new policy requires the schools to define a start and end time for alcohol sales, designate at least one alcohol-free zone and keep alcohol sales separate from other concessions, the Argus Leader reported.
It also requires anyone who is selling alcohol to receive training to recognize fake IDs, prevent serving minors, identify signs of intoxication, and learn how to handle disorderly customers. | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/Regents-expand-alcohol-sales-at-South-Dakota-17263116.php | 2022-06-24 15:36:28 | 0 | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/Regents-expand-alcohol-sales-at-South-Dakota-17263116.php |
A museum that tells the history of the Clotilda — the last ship known to have transported Africans to the American South for enslavement — opened over the weekend, 163 years after the vessel arrived in Alabama's Mobile Bay.
Ceremonies dedicating the $1.3 million Africatown Heritage House and “Clotilda: The Exhibition” took place Friday and Saturday in Mobile. The exhibit tells about the ship, its survivors and how they founded Africatown community in Mobile after they were freed from five years of slavery following the Civil War.
The Clotilda departed Alabama in 1860, more than 50 years after Congress outlawed the importation of additional enslaved people, on a clandestine trip funded by Timothy Meaher, whose descendants still own millions of dollars worth of land around Mobile.
The Clotilda illegally transported 110 captive people from what is now the west African nation of Benin to Alabama. The captain, William Foster, transferred women, men and children off the Clotilda once it arrived in Mobile and set fire to the ship to hide evidence of the journey. Most of Clotilda didn’t burn, and much of the ship is still in the Mobile River, which empties into Mobile Bay.
Get Tri-state area news and weather forecasts to your inbox. Sign up for NBC New York newsletters.
Remnants of the Clotilda were discovered in 2019, and Meaher's descendants released a statement last year calling his actions 160 years ago “evil and unforgivable.”
The museum includes a brief history of the transatlantic slave trade and highlights the survivors of the 45-day journey from Africa, AL.com reported. It tells the story of its most famous passenger, Oluale Kossola, better known as Cudjoe Lewis. His interviews in the 1920s provided information about the Clotilda and its passengers to historians and scholars.
Other ship survivors are highlighted, including Matlida McCrear, who died in 1940 in Selma, Alabama, and was the Clotilda’s last known survivor. McCrear was separated from her mother at a young age and tried to escape from a slaveholder when she was 3 years old. McCrear and her sister “fled into a swamp, hiding there for hours until dogs sniffed them out,” according to a display in the museum.
U.S. & World
“I think those who visit will really learn a lot about this particular story,” said Jeremy Ellis, president of the Clotilda Descendants Association and a sixth-generation descendant of Pollee and Rose Allen, who were enslaved and on the Clotilda. “It tells the story of west African culture, what the 110 experienced at the Middle Passage and the first five years of slavery and what they overcame in 1865 in the founding of Africatown.” | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-international/new-museum-in-alabama-tells-history-of-last-known-slave-ship-to-us-and-its-survivors/4491567/ | 2023-07-10 14:24:40 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-international/new-museum-in-alabama-tells-history-of-last-known-slave-ship-to-us-and-its-survivors/4491567/ |
(WHTM) — Spring means you may be encountering more animals out and about as they shake off the winter cold. But not all of those animal encounters are friendly.
One animal, in particular, has garnered a bad reputation, mostly because of how aggressive they are: geese.
Geese have a reputation for attacking or chasing anyone that crosses their path. According to Varment Guard Wildlife Services, this is because geese are extremely territorial. They like to be in their own space and do not want to share it with anyone else.
They are also protecting their young and their eggs. Geese build their nests on the ground, where plenty of threats can come after the geese or their offspring. They tend to hiss and scream if someone or something invades their space.
During the breeding season, while the female goose is sitting and incubating her eggs, the male goose (also called a gander) is not too far away – keeping an eye on her and the space around her. Ganders will honk, hiss, and even bite anything they perceive as a threat until the eggs are hatched.
Geese are not sharing creatures. Varment Guard Wildlife Service said that they occupy urban areas because there is plenty of food and water and a low risk of predators. Geese don’t care they are invading your space, but they do care if you invade theirs. They will become aggressive if they believe you are overstepping their boundaries.
Geese are also not easily spooked. They might get aggressive with a human of any size. Geese will go after anything seen as a threat, even gorillas.
Varment Guard Wildlife Service said that while geese will hiss and chase, an actual physical attack does not happen too often.
They offer the following tips to keep yourself safe from an aggressive goose or gander:
- Watch for any hissing, headbobbing, or honking. This means the goose is ready to start chasing you.
- Do not turn your back.
- Stay calm and do not yell. If you start to yell, a goose may take it as a sign of aggression and could attack.
As a general rule, you should keep your distance and stay away from any goose or little gosling, no matter how cute they may be. | https://www.wfla.com/nextstar-news-wire/why-are-geese-so-aggressive-and-mean/ | 2023-05-01 20:11:27 | 1 | https://www.wfla.com/nextstar-news-wire/why-are-geese-so-aggressive-and-mean/ |
How to Watch the Cavaliers vs. Knicks: Streaming & TV Channel Info for NBA Playoffs Game 5
Published: Apr. 26, 2023 at 12:32 PM CDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
In Game 5 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers will play the New York Knicks.
Keep reading for everything you need to know about this matchup between the Cavaliers and Knicks, including how to catch the action live with a free trial to Fubo.
Watch live sports and TV without cable on all your devices with a seven-day free trial to Fubo!
Cavaliers vs. Knicks Game Info
- When: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
- Where: Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio
- TV: NBA TV
- Watch Cavaliers vs. Knicks with Fubo
Watch the NBA and tons of other live sports without cable! Use our link to get a free trial with Fubo.
Cavaliers Stats Insights
- The Cavaliers are shooting 48.8% from the field this season, 2.6 percentage points higher than the 46.2% the Knicks allow to opponents.
- Cleveland has a 39-19 straight-up record in games it shoots higher than 46.2% from the field.
- The Knicks are the second-ranked rebounding team in the league, the Cavaliers sit at 25th.
- The Cavaliers score 112.3 points per game, just 0.8 fewer points than the 113.1 the Knicks give up.
- When Cleveland scores more than 113.1 points, it is 33-12.
Knicks Stats Insights
- The Knicks are shooting 47% from the field, 0.2% higher than the 46.8% the Cavaliers' opponents have shot this season.
- This season, New York has a 29-15 record in games the team collectively shoots over 46.8% from the field.
- The Cavaliers are the 20th best rebounding team in the league, the Knicks rank third.
- The Knicks score an average of 116 points per game, 9.1 more points than the 106.9 the Cavaliers give up to opponents.
- When it scores more than 106.9 points, New York is 39-23.
Cavaliers Home & Away Comparison
- The Cavaliers are averaging 113.2 points per game at home. On the road, they are averaging 111.3 points per contest.
- When playing at home, Cleveland is ceding 3.8 fewer points per game (105) than away from home (108.8).
- The Cavaliers are averaging 11.9 treys per game, which is 0.6 more than they're averaging when playing on the road (11.3). When it comes to three-point percentage, they are shooting 36.6% when playing at home and 36.8% in road games.
Knicks Home & Away Comparison
- At home the Knicks average 117.3 points per game, 2.5 more than away (114.8). Defensively they concede 113 points per game at home, 0.2 less than away (113.2).
- At home, New York allows 113 points per game. Away, it concedes 113.2.
- At home the Knicks are averaging 23.5 assists per game, 1.1 more than away (22.4).
Cavaliers Injuries
Knicks Injuries
© 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved. | https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/sports/betting/2023/04/26/cavaliers-vs-knicks-nba-playoffs-game-5-live-stream-tv/ | 2023-04-26 19:10:11 | 1 | https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/sports/betting/2023/04/26/cavaliers-vs-knicks-nba-playoffs-game-5-live-stream-tv/ |
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, today announced that Steve Chapman, chief executive officer, and Mike Brophy, chief financial officer, will be presenting at the following upcoming investor conferences:
- Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 4:05 pm ET.
- Baird 2022 Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 2:00 pm ET.
Interested parties may access live and archived webcasts of the presentation on the Natera Investor Relations website at investor.natera.com, where the webcasts will be archived for future reference.
About Natera
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, dedicated to oncology, women's health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that help lead to longer, healthier lives. Natera's tests are validated by more than 100 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate high accuracy. Natera operates ISO 13485-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) in Austin, Texas and San Carlos, California. For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements and are not a representation that Natera's plans, estimates, or expectations will be achieved. These forward-looking statements represent Natera's expectations as of the date of this press release, and Natera disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. Additional risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in "Risk Factors" in Natera's recent filings on Forms 10-K and 10-Q and in other filings Natera makes with the SEC from time to time. These documents are available at www.natera.com/investors and www.sec.gov.
Contacts
Investor Relations: Mike Brophy, CFO, Natera, Inc., 510-826-2350
Media: Brian Symmons, SVP of Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Natera, Inc., pr@natera.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Natera, Inc. | https://www.kwch.com/prnewswire/2022/09/06/natera-participate-upcoming-investor-conferences/ | 2022-09-06 18:53:28 | 1 | https://www.kwch.com/prnewswire/2022/09/06/natera-participate-upcoming-investor-conferences/ |
SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A "Cousin Eddie" display in Kentucky apparently looked a little too real and police were called to check it out.
After receiving the call, a dispatcher described the scene to responding officers as "a male standing outside. He is naked. He has a robe covering part of his body. He is exposing himself, and he has a hose between his legs."
Officers arrived at the Shepherdsville home to find a mannequin in the yard that looked like Cousin Eddie from "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation." It was decorated with a robe, a hat, a cigar and a beer and was holding what appeared to be an orange hose, WDRB-TV reported .
A "Cousin Eddie" Christmas display depicting a character from “National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" is shown in Shepherdsville, Ky., on Wednesday.
WDRB via AP
Homeowner Joni Keeney said she decided to put up the display from her favorite Christmas movie to have some fun.
"Everybody has a 'Cousin Eddie' in their family, everybody," Keeney said. "I just want people to have a good Christmas and get a laugh," Keeney said.
Responding officers did get a laugh and took some photos of the display, WDRB reported.
"Never a dull moment," Shepherdsville Police Chief Rick McCubbin said.
50 of the best Christmas movies of all time
The Best Christmas Movies of All Time
While the holidays represent the perfect time to reconnect with family and friends from near and far, even the merriest of families need a break from the hullaballoo of entertaining. Enter the Christmas movie, aka the perfect seasonal tune-out. Like the holidays themselves, most Christmas movies keep it wholesome, though a few step boldly outside the box (we’re looking at you, Bad Santa ). Ultimately, viewers should expect warm-hearted themes of selflessness and family bonding. Yes, even in Bad Santa .
With The Last Jedi clogging theaters everywhere, 2017 kept it fairly light on the Christmas fare. Thankfully, there’s still over a century’s worth of holiday classics to choose from. And while you’re more than welcome to watch all 24 hours of A Christmas Story on TBS, some may want to mix things up by throwing on another gem or two.
To help get you in the spirit, Stacker has put together a list of the 55 Best Christmas Movies of All Time, built from a proprietary index (the ‘Stacker Score’) incorporating IMDb ratings, Metascores and the Tomatometer. To qualify, the film needed at least 1,000 IMDb votes and scores from at least 2 of the 3 sources. Stacker Scores are on 1-100 scale. So whip up the hot chocolate, pick your personal favorite, and enjoy!
You may also like: The best streaming services in 2021
New Line Cinema
#55. Why Him?
Year of Release: 2016
IMDb Rating: 6.2
Metacritic Score: 39
Tomatometer: 51%
Stacker Score: 59
Gross: $60.27M
After taking out scores of people as Walter White in the iconic TV show Breaking Bad , it was time for actor Bryan Cranston to play the victim in 2016’s Why Him? In the movie, Cranston stars as Ned Fleming, a doting father who goes ballistic when he finds out his daughter’s erratic billionaire boyfriend (played by James Franco) wants to tie the knot. It all goes down during the holidays, naturally, lending this somewhat generic comedy a little Christmas flavor. Apparently, there was a lot of improvisation going on when the cameras were rolling . Given the lukewarm reception, maybe they should’ve stuck to the script.
Twentieth Century Fox
#54. Noel
Year of Release: 2004
IMDb Rating: 6.3
Metacritic Score: 29
Tomatometer: 48%
Stacker Score: 59
Gross: N/A
In the vein of movies like Crash and 200 Cigarettes came 2004’s Noel . Directed by actor Chazz Palminteri and featuring a strong cast that included Susan Sarandon, Robin Williams, and Paul Walker, the movie involves the overlapping storylines of five New Yorkers on Christmas Eve, each one searching for a miracle. Perhaps they found that miracle on-screen, but unfortunately not at the box office.
Convex Group
#53. The Fitzgerald Family Christmas
Year of Release: 2012
IMDb Rating: 6.3
Metacritic Score: 62
Tomatometer: 48%
Stacker Score: 59
Gross: $0.01M
Written and directed by Edward Burns (of The Brothers McMullen fame), 2012’s The Fitzgerald Family Christmas features a group of siblings meeting their estranged father for the first time in 20 years. When does it all go down? On Christmas, of course. The movie deals with themes of forgiveness and family, which is really what the holidays are all about.
Marlboro Road Gang Productions
#52. How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Year of Release: 2000
IMDb Rating: 6.1
Metacritic Score: 46
Tomatometer: 55%
Stacker Score: 60
Gross: $260.04M
Jim Carrey as The Grinch was a surefire recipe for success, and How the Grinch Stole Christmas was accordingly a box office smash. For the live-action Dr. Seuss adaptation, Carrey reportedly spent a whopping total of 92 days in make-up . In a show of solidarity, director Ron Howard donned his own Grinch makeup for a full day on the set, though it caused some drama after Carrey confused Howard for an inadequate stunt double . While the movie wasn’t critically heralded, it wasn’t lampooned either. If anything, its greatest crime was paving the way for an atrocious Cat in the Hat remake that soon followed.
Universal Pictures
#51. All I Want for Christmas
Year of Release: 1991
IMDb Rating: 6.0
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 59%
Stacker Score: 60
Gross: $14.81M
In 1991’s All I Want for Christmas , all a brother and sister want is for their divorced parents to get back together. In order to make that happen, the siblings hatch a scheme that quickly goes by the wayside, and all sorts of hijinks follow. One might safely assume the movie was trying to capture the same holiday zeitgeist snagged by the previous year’s Home Alone . Ultimately, however, the film ended up making less during its entire run than Home Alone made in its first weekend .
Paramount Pictures
#50. Get Santa
Year of Release: 2014
IMDb Rating: 6.3
Metacritic Score: 52
Tomatometer: 54%
Stacker Score: 61
Gross: N/A
How’s this for a Santa clause? In 2014’s Get Santa, the beloved Christmas character is on the run from the police. He’s found hiding in the garage by a father and son, who take it upon themselves to save Christmas. The cinematic results were fairly forgettable, and indeed audiences have all but forgotten this under-seasoned holiday flick.
You may also like: The best streaming services for sports in 2021
Scott Free Productions
#49. The Star
Year of Release: 2017
IMDb Rating: 5.7
Metacritic Score: 42
Tomatometer: 74%
Stacker Score: 61
Gross: $32.5M
What, you haven’t heard of The Star , an animated film about a brave donkey and his heroic friends that’s playing in theaters this very minute? Or perhaps you have heard of it, which would explain the $32M it was able to whip up at the box office. If so, can you tell us if it’s any good?
Affirm Films
#48. Almost Christmas
Year of Release: 2016
IMDb Rating: 6.0
Metacritic Score: 55
Tomatometer: 65%
Stacker Score: 61
Gross: $41.72M
The story of a dysfunctional family who gets together for Christmas after their mother’s death might not sound like feel-good holiday fare, but Almost Christmas squeezes in more than a few laughs. Fun fact: this film marks the second time Omar Epps and Gabrielle Union’s’ characters were prom dates (albeit retrospectively this time around).
Perfect World Pictures (Beijing)
#47. Prancer
Year of Release: 1989
IMDb Rating: 6.3
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 58%
Stacker Score: 62
Gross: $18.59M
A testament to the power of childhood imagination, 1989’s Prancer sees a young farm girl coming upon a wounded reindeer, whom she’s convinced has come straight out of Santa’s flock. Her effort to nurse the reindeer back to health inspires everyone around her. Everyone, that is, except her father, who sells Prancer to a local shop for display purposes. Call it a hunch, but we’re assuming Daddy eventually comes around. ‘Tis the season, after all.
Cineplex-Odeon Films
#46. Santa Claus: The Movie
Year of Release: 1985
IMDb Rating: 6.1
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 66%
Stacker Score: 62
Gross: $23.72M
As it turns out, Santa was a peasant woodcutter and toymaker who died and got transported to the North Pole. At least, that’s the story as 1985’s Santa Claus: The Movie tells it. The film then jumps ahead to the 20th century, where an industrious elf named Patch invents a machine that makes a lot of inferior products. There’s also a villain in there somewhere. Seven years in the making, the big-budget movie was ultimately a box office turkey. Meanwhile, we can’t help but imagine what the John Carpenter version would’ve looked like, whereas the horror legend was originally offered directing duties .
Calash Corporation
#45. The Family Stone
Year of Release: 2005
IMDb Rating: 6.3
Metacritic Score: 56
Tomatometer: 63%
Stacker Score: 63
Gross: $60.06M
Clashing personalities always make for veritable holiday entertainment, and The Family Stone is no exception. In the film, the favorite son of a wacky family brings his uptight girlfriend home for Christmas. Soon enough, the two factions are pitted against each other in a battle of wills. It was a star-studded affair that performed well at the box office, presumably because so many viewers could relate to having a wacky family.
Fox 2000 Pictures
#44. The Night Before
Year of Release: 2015
IMDb Rating: 6.4
Metacritic Score: 58
Tomatometer: 61%
Stacker Score: 63
Gross: $43M
With Seth Rogen in front of the cameras and writing partner Evan Goldberg helping out with the script, you don’t need to see 2015’s The Night Before to know it goes big on raunchy laughs. However, like so much of Rogen’s output, the film still has a beating heart at its center. That’s all in spite of a relatively shallow premise about three friends in search of the ultimate Christmas party.
Columbia Pictures Corporation
#43. Miracle on 34th Street
Year of Release: 1994
IMDb Rating: 6.4
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 62%
Stacker Score: 64
Gross: $17.19M
An updated version of the 1947 holiday classic (which pops up way higher on the list), 1994’s Miracle on 34th Street is about a department store Santa convinced he’s the genuine article. To find out if he is indeed Santa Claus, you’ll have to see the film. And if you’re disappointed with the results, you’re not alone. Specifically, during the original theatrical run, 20th Century Fox offered full refunds to any viewers who didn’t enjoy the movie, and were allegedly sent 1500 ticket stubs in return .
Twentieth Century Fox
#42. Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage
Year of Release: 2008
IMDb Rating: 6.5
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 60%
Stacker Score: 64
Gross: N/A
In 1977, Thomas Kinkade was a struggling painter living with his mother. With the mortgage bills stacking up and the threat of foreclosure looming, Kinkade sought the mentorship of a master, and ended up creating the now-famous “Christmas Cottage” painting. The rest, as they say, was history. Never one to waste an inspiring tale, Hollywood released Thomas Kinkade’s Christmas Cottage in 2008, coating on more sugar than a stocking full of candy canes.
Birch Grove Films
#41. The Santa Clause
Year of Release: 1994
IMDb Rating: 6.4
Metacritic Score: 57
Tomatometer: 65%
Stacker Score: 64
Gross: $144.83M
In 1994’s The Santa Clause, a businessman (played by Tim Allen) transforms into jolly old St. Nick after the original Santa dies in an accident. When casting the movie, Disney broke with its policy of refusing to hire ex-convicts , whereas Allen had been busted for dealing drugs in 1978. It was a wise move on Disney’s part, since the movie was a fairly huge hit for its time that has even yielded some sequels.
Walt Disney Pictures
#40. The Christmas Candle
Year of Release: 2013
IMDb Rating: 6.1
Metacritic Score: 33
Tomatometer: 75%
Stacker Score: 65
Gross: $2.21M
Based on a novel by Christian author Max Lucado, The Christmas Candle is about a preacher who moves to a small English town and tries to abolish their belief in a magic candle. Suffice to say, the movie delivers plenty of heartfelt drama and holiday theme. It also marks the big-screen debut of Britain’s Got Talent winner Susan Boyle.
Pinewood Studios
#39. Susan Slept Here
Year of Release: 1954
IMDb Rating: 6.5
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 63%
Stacker Score: 65
Gross: N/A
Susan Slept Here is a 1954 film about a struggling screenwriter who takes in a 17-year old delinquent during the holidays and gets inspired as a result. Debbie Reynolds plays the delinquent, and she later admitted to having a crush on older co-star Dick Powell . In spite of some presumably heartwarming themes, the movie was condemned by the Catholic Legion of Decency , who mostly took issue with the suggestive title.
RKO Radio Pictures
#37. The Polar Express
Year of Release: 2004
IMDb Rating: 6.6
Metacritic Score: 61
Tomatometer: 63%
Stacker Score: 65
Gross: $183.37M
Artist and author Chris Van Allsburg’s award-winning children’s book burst onto the big screen in 2004 with The Polar Express . Helmed by Robert Zemeckis, the movie is a CGI spectacle, and the “first all-digital capture” film , according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Plus, the movie features Tom Hanks, and nobody argues with Tom Hanks, especially during the holidays.
Castle Rock Entertainment
#36. A Christmas Carol
Year of Release: 2009
IMDb Rating: 6.8
Metacritic Score: 55
Tomatometer: 58%
Stacker Score: 66
Gross: $137.86M
Jim Carrey is back! So is Robert Zemeckis. The two talents joined forces for 2009’s A Christmas Carol , the first Disney movie to be released in IMAX 3D . The movie rolled out with a big budget and big expectations, thereby under-performing at the box office. Nevertheless, it still makes for a quality adaptation of Charles Dickens’ famous tale about a disgruntled old man visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future.
Walt Disney Pictures
#35. This Christmas
Year of Release: 2007
IMDb Rating: 6.2
Metacritic Score: 55
Tomatometer: 81%
Stacker Score: 67
Gross: $49.12M
In 2007’s This Christmas , the Whitfield family gets together for the first time in four years, and the outcome is as funny as it is heartfelt. The movie is written and directed by Preston A. Whitmore II, who we’re going to assume brought some personal experiences to the table (given the similarities between his last name and the family’s). Originally, the film prints were sent to theaters under the fake name of Another Gathering .
Facilitator Films
#34. One Magic Christmas
Year of Release: 1985
IMDb Rating: 6.6
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 70%
Stacker Score: 67
Gross: $13.68M
Every so often, a movie comes along to remind us that Christmas is about more than just presents. Okay, so basically every holiday movie reminds us that Christmas is about more than just presents. However, 1985’s One Magic Christmas took that theme to heart, literally being about an angel tasked with convincing a materialistic mother that Christmas is about more than just presents.
Walt Disney Pictures
#33. The Family Man
Year of Release: 2000
IMDb Rating: 6.7
Metacritic Score: 42
Tomatometer: 67%
Stacker Score: 67
Gross: $75.79M
In the 2000 film The Family Man , Nicolas Cage plays a smooth talking, perennially single businessman who wakes up one day in an alternate universe where he married his old girlfriend and raised a family. After the shock wears off (and the diapers are changed), Cage’s character learns the value of hard-earned love and loyalty. Going heavy on the saccharine, the film is almost impossible to resist.
Universal Pictures
#32. Sleepless in Seattle
Year of Release: 1993
IMDb Rating: 6.8
Metacritic Score: 72
Tomatometer: 75%
Stacker Score: 70
Gross: $125.53M
Only the second film directed by Nora Ephron (who wrote When Harry Met Sally ), Sleepless in Seattle is a holiday charmer that will make your eyes tear up regardless of whether or not you enjoy it. The story deals with a widowed father (played by Tom Hanks) whose son calls a radio station in search of a new mom. Listening in is Annie Reed, who gets so swept away that she almost forgets she’s engaged. What follows is a heart-wrenching--and frequently hilarious--play on the concept of soulmates in the modern world. Watch it during the holidays, and keep a box of tissues by your side just to be safe.
TriStar Pictures
#31. The Ref
Year of Release: 1994
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 73%
Stacker Score: 70
Gross: $11.44M
Some movies toy delicately with your emotions, while others simply refuse to pull any punches. Falling squarely into the latter camp is 1994’s The Ref , which stars Denis Leary as a cat burglar who gets stuck with a bunch of spoiled, cloying hostages on Christmas. To this day, the engaging comedy flies under the radar, hence its inclusion on Entertainment Weekly’s list of The 50 Best Movies You’ve Never Seen in one of their 2012 issues.
Touchstone Pictures
#30. Scrooged
Year of Release: 1988
IMDb Rating: 7
Metacritic Score: 38
Tomatometer: 70%
Stacker Score: 70
Gross: $60.33M
Offering a rather dark take on A Christmas Carol is 1988’s Scrooged, in which Bill Murray plays a heartless TV executive who must be taught the meaning of Christmas. The film remains somewhat refreshing in its delivery to this day, though according to Murray, director Richard Donner botched a great script . In fact, the script was so good it brought Murray out of near retirement , being the first movie he made after 1984’s Ghostbusters . See if you can spot the Miles Davis cameo.
Paramount Pictures
#29. Love Finds Andy Hardy
Year of Release: 1938
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 74%
Stacker Score: 70
Gross: N/A
Dig deep into the archives and you might come across 1938’s Love Finds Andy Hardy . The film is the fourth in a series of sixteen movies centered around Judge Hardy and his family. In this installment, Andy Hardy gets into all sorts of romantic shenanigans during the holidays. The cast was a veritable who’s who of Old Hollywood, including Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, and Lana Turner.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
#28. The Best Man Holiday
Year of Release: 2013
IMDb Rating: 6.7
Metacritic Score: 59
Tomatometer: 83%
Stacker Score: 71
Gross: $70.53M=
The stars of 1999’s The Best Man returned for 2013’s The Best Man Holiday without missing a beat. Fifteen years have passed between them, but that doesn’t stop old rivalries and romances from rekindling post haste. The film was a big hit with audiences, earning double its production budget in its first week of release .
Universal Pictures
#27. Simon Birch
Year of Release: 1998
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Metacritic Score: 39
Tomatometer: 77%
Stacker Score: 71
Gross: $18.25M
Film star Jim Carrey makes yet one more appearance on the list of best Christmas movies, albeit this time in a very brief supporting role. Indeed, the true star of Simon Birch is Ian Michael Smith--he plays a young boy with stunted growth who feels destined for greatness. It was Smith’s only film role, though he eventually went on to attend MIT . Meanwhile, the movie itself--which is based on the book A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving--remains a slightly unconventional coming of age tale that straddles the line between earnest and sappy.
Hollywood Pictures
#26. Elf
Year of Release: 2003
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Metacritic Score: 64
Tomatometer: 78%
Stacker Score: 71
Gross: $220.4M=
Perhaps the most ubiquitous holiday movie this side of A Christmas Story , 2003’s Elf is the quintessence of a modern-day seasonal classic. Directed by Jon Favreau, the movie stars Will Ferrell as an oversized elf who mistakenly ends up in Santa’s workshop and then leaves for New York in search of his real father. There’s no shortage of memorable bits, including the snowball fight to end all snowball fights, and a showdown with a famous author who happens to resemble an elf. Of course, you already knew that because you’ve seen this film a hundred times.
New Line Cinema
#25. Holiday Affair
Year of Release: 1949
IMDb Rating: 7.2
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 70%
Stacker Score: 72
Gross: N/A
Starring screen legends Robert Mitchum and Janet Leigh, 1949’s A Holiday Affair is about the romance between a young widow and the shop clerk who she accidentally gets fired. The film was a financial disappointment for RKO Studios at the time of its release, but it’s been given a second life on TCM , which airs it during the holidays.
RKO Radio Pictures
#24. The Holiday
Year of Release: 2006
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Metacritic Score: 52
Tomatometer: 80%
Stacker Score: 72
Gross: $63.22M
Even though every Nancy Meyers film makes for terrific viewing at family get-togethers, The Holiday resonates with extra special seasonal charm. That’s in no small part thanks to its premise, where two women swap homes during Christmas and find romance as a result. Look for an (allegedly) unscripted cameo from Dustin Hoffman , who ended up in the movie after popping in randomly during the shoot.
Columbia Pictures Corporation
#23. Bad Santa
Year of Release: 2003
IMDb Rating: 7.1
Metacritic Score: 70
Tomatometer: 75%
Stacker Score: 72
Gross: $60.06M
Movies like Scrooged and The Ref might playfully break from the norm, but Bad Santa downright decimates any semblance of holiday movie tradition. The film--about an alcoholic con man who poses as Santa Claus before ripping off malls--is a non-stop barrage of foul language and explicit content. But we’ll be darned if it isn’t one of the greatest comedies of all time. Watch it this Christmas, but make sure grandma and grandpa are out of earshot.
Columbia Pictures Corporation
#22. Arthur Christmas
Year of Release: 2011
IMDb Rating: 7.1
Metacritic Score: 69
Tomatometer: 76%
Stacker Score: 72
Gross: $46.46M
Have you ever wondered how Santa is able to deliver all those presents on Christmas Eve? To find out, watch the 2011 animated flick Arthur Christmas , which takes viewers behind the scenes of Santa’s operation. The movie also deals with Santa’s goofy son, Arthur, who makes it his mission to get a misplaced gift back to where it belongs.
Aardman Animations
#21. The Lemon Drop Kid
Year of Release: 1951
IMDb Rating: 7.2
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 73%
Stacker Score: 72
Gross: N/A
Bob Hope plays the title character in 1951’s The Lemon Drop Kid. In the movie, the Lemon Drop Kid owes the mob a great deal of money, and resorts to all kinds of Christmas trickery in order to come up with the cash. Among the film’s claims to fame was that it introduced the song “Silver Bells” to a wide audience . Hope would routinely feature the same song on his subsequent TV Christmas Specials.
Hope Enterprises
#19. A Christmas Carol
Year of Release: 1938
IMDb Rating: 7.5
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 73%
Stacker Score: 75
Gross: N/A
No list of top Christmas movies is complete without at least three variations on A Christmas Carol . This one came in 1938 along with the tagline “Greater than David Copperfield ” (which we imagine was high praise at the time). To share the film with as many people as possible, MGM released a record-breaking 375 prints during the holidays .
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
#18. Christmas in Connecticut
Year of Release: 1945
IMDb Rating: 7.5
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 75%
Stacker Score: 75
Gross: N/A
1945’s Christmas in Connecticut sees film star Barbara Stanwyck playing a food writer who doesn’t actually know how to cook. Things are going smoothly for the writer until her boss and a war hero invite themselves over for Christmas dinner. The premise might seem like something out of a modern-day sitcom, but the movie makes it work, hence the high ratings and enduring reputation.
Warner Bros.
#17. Love Actually
Year of Release: 2003
IMDb Rating: 7.7
Metacritic Score: 55
Tomatometer: 72%
Stacker Score: 76
Gross: $59.7M
Parallel holiday stories combine to hilarious effect in 2003’s Love Actually. The Christmas classic is a treasure trove of unforgettable moments, lines and characters. Apparently, things were just as fun behind the scenes. For instance, Hugh Grant had himself a merry old time exploiting Billy Bob Thornton’s bizarre fear of antique furniture , by flashing some right before the cameras rolled.
Universal Pictures
#16. Home Alone
Year of Release: 1990
IMDb Rating: 7.5
Metacritic Score: 63
Tomatometer: 79%
Stacker Score: 76
Gross: $476M
Nowadays, Home Alone’s wild success seems practically self-explanatory, but most of the people behind the film were not expecting it to be such a huge hit. It was to their surprise that the movie ended up earning the “Highest Box-Office Gross” for a comedy for its time. Needless to say, the antics of a young boy named Kevin McAllister--who gets abandoned by his family during Christmas and squares off against burglars--remains the holiday gift that keeps on giving.
Hughes Entertainment
#15. We're No Angels
Year of Release: 1955
IMDb Rating: 7.5
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 82%
Stacker Score: 77
Gross: N/A
Not to be confused with the 1989 remake starring Robert De Niro and Sean Penn, 1955’s We’re No Angels is a holiday gem about three convicts who spend Christmas with a well-intentioned family. Among the film’s notable stars is Humphrey Bogart, and a snake named Adolphe .
Paramount Pictures
#14. The Man Who Came to Dinner
Year of Release: 1942
IMDb Rating: 7.6
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 81%
Stacker Score: 77
Gross: N/A
For an injection of supreme holiday cheer, look no further than 1942’s The Man Who Came To Dinner . It tells the story of a man who hurts himself on someone else’s property, and then slowly begins taking over that person’s house. Based on a hit Broadway play, the movie stars Bette Davis, who later claimed she wished John Barrymore had been cast in lieu of co-star Monty Woolley.
Warner Bros.
#13. Metropolitan
Year of Release: 1990
IMDb Rating: 7.5
Metacritic Score: 77
Tomatometer: 85%
Stacker Score: 78
Gross: $2.94M
A sly study on Manhattan’s young upper crust, 1990’s Metropolitan mostly features a bunch of trust fund babies talking about things they don’t understand while falling in love with one another. Suffice to say, it doesn’t exactly make for quality family viewing during the holidays. However, if you enjoy terrific dialogue, sharp acting, and dry satire, the film serves up a classic slice of independent cinema in its own right. Maybe check this one out after the in-laws leave.
Westerly Films
#12. The Bishop's Wife
Year of Release: 1947
IMDb Rating: 7.6
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 82%
Stacker Score: 78
Gross: N/A
Based on a 1928 book of the same name, The Bishop’s Wife is about an angel taking human form to help a bishop build a cathedral and save his marriage. Originally, star Cary Grant wanted to play the bishop , but he was convinced to take on the role of the angel instead. It ended up being one of his most noteworthy performances.
Samuel Goldwyn Company
#11. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Year of Release: 1989
IMDb Rating: 7.6
Metacritic Score: 49
Tomatometer: 86%
Stacker Score: 79
Gross: $71.32M
Written by John Hughes and starring Chevy Chase, 1989’s National Lampoon’s A Christmas Vacation continues the story of the crazy Griswold family, who celebrate the holidays by turning every possible scenario into a full-blown disaster. The movie is actually based on a short story called “Christmas ‘59”, which John Hughes wrote while working for National Lampoon Magazine .
Warner Bros.
#10. Remember the Night
Year of Release: 1940
IMDb Rating: 7.7
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 83%
Stacker Score: 79
Gross: N/A
In 1940’s Remember the Night, Barbara Stanwyck plays a shoplifter who falls in love with the man prosecuting her. Such a premise might sound tawdry at first, but sprinkle on a little Hollywood fairy dust and you end up with a bona fide Christmas classic, not to mention a film that’s duly stood the test of time.
Paramount Pictures
#9. Holiday Inn
Year of Release: 1942
IMDb Rating: 7.6
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 87%
Stacker Score: 79
Gross: N/A
With Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire sharing screen time, you already know you’re looking at vintage movie gold. That gold is called Holiday Inn and it was released in 1942. True to its name, the movie centers around an exclusive inn only open on the holidays, where Crosby and Astaire go head to head over a young woman’s affection. One of the songs written for the film was “White Christmas”, which won an Oscar and remains a favorite jingle to this day.
Paramount Pictures
#8. White Christmas
Year of Release: 1954
IMDb Rating: 7.6
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 88%
Stacker Score: 79
Gross: N/A
Speaking of White Christmas, check out the 1954 classic by that very name. Starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye, the movie hits many of the same pitch-perfect notes as Holiday Inn . This time around, a duo of male entertainers team up with their female counterparts to save a failing inn. To call the film a song and dance filled extravaganza would be practically redundant.
Paramount Pictures
#7. The Muppet Christmas Carol
Year of Release: 1992
IMDb Rating: 7.7
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 85%
Stacker Score: 79
Gross: N/A
1,2,3, 4 Christmas Carol adaptations on the list? The Dickens estate must get some serious royalties! In this version, the Muppets tackle the timeless tale. While Jim Henson’s presence looms large, this was actually the first Muppets movie made after his death .
Walt Disney Pictures
#6. Joyeux Noel
Year of Release: 2005
IMDb Rating: 7.8
Metacritic Score: 70
Tomatometer: 89%
Stacker Score: 81
Gross: $1.05M
Most Christmas movies keep it light in spirit, but Joyeux Noel goes straight for the jugular. Based on a true story, the acclaimed French film is about a temporary Christmas truce between enemy soldiers during World War 1. The movie was initially supposed to be rated “R”, but that was bumped down to “PG-13” after Roger Ebert openly critiqued the MPAA’s original rating .
Nord-Ouest Productions
#5. Miracle on 34th Street
Year of Release: 1947
IMDb Rating: 7.9
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 87%
Stacker Score: 81
Gross: $2.65M
Proving the original version is usually the best version is 1947’s Miracle on 34th Street , about a man who claims he’s the real Santa Claus and must convince others of the same thing. Not just one of the best Christmas movies you can find, it’s also #9 on AFI’s list of the 100 Most Inspiring Movies of All Time .
Twentieth Century Fox
#3. The Nightmare Before Christmas
Year of Release: 1993
IMDb Rating: 8
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 91%
Stacker Score: 83
Gross: $75.08M
Stop-motion animation may very well have peaked in 1993 with The Nightmare Before Christmas . Put simply, the film is a visual masterpiece. Straight from Tim Burton’s head comes the story of Jack Skellington, a hero in Halloween Town whose life gets turned upside down after visiting Christmas Town. Disney wanted to make a sequel using CGI and Burton refused , preserving the movie’s integrity forever.
Touchstone Pictures
#2. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Year of Release: 1964
IMDb Rating: 8.1
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 92%
Stacker Score: 84
Gross: N/A
A classic holiday yarn, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer tells the story of an ugly duckling--er, red-nosed reindeer that is--who ends up saving Christmas by using his glowing honker as a navigation beacon. In 1964, NBC released a masterfully executed stop-motion animation version of the famous tale, which has become a seasonal mainstay ever since. In the original airing, Rudolph visited an Island of Misfit Toys, promising to help the abandoned toys but never returning. After viewers complained, a sequence was added to later airings where Rudolph leads Santa back to the island to help find the misfit toys a proper home.
Rankin/Bass Productions
#1. It's a Wonderful Life
Year of Release: 1946
IMDb Rating: 8.6
Metacritic Score: 89
Tomatometer: 95%
Stacker Score: 88
Gross: $7.27M
As if sent by an angel, It’s a Wonderful Life is pure holiday perfection. Accordingly, the story of a man who discovers what his life would have been like had he never existed still strikes a nerve over seven decades later. Directed by Frank Capra--a master of emotional cinema if there ever was one--the movie actually tanked upon its theatrical debut . Time, however, has certainly healed that wound. Watch It’s a Wonderful Life with the whole family and bask in its warm glow.
Liberty Films
#20. I'll Be Seeing You
Year of Release: 1944
IMDb Rating: 7.3
Metacritic Score: N/A
Tomatometer: 75%
Stacker Score: 74
Gross: N/A
A soldier suffering from PTSD strikes up a romance with a young woman on Christmas in 1944’s I’ll Be Seeing You. Nearly a full year after the film’s release, lead actor Joseph Cotton reprised the role for a radio adaptation .
Dore Schary Productions
#4. A Christmas Story
Year of Release: 1983
IMDb Rating: 8
Metacritic Score: 77
Tomatometer: 88%
Stacker Score: 82
Gross: $19.29M
The one, the only: A Christmas Story . If you haven’t already seen it, turn on the TV on Christmas day and you soon will. Directed by Bob Clark and based on the stories of Jean Shepherd, the movie details the exploits of young Ralphie Parker and his perpetual quest for a Red Ryder BB Gun. The film is an all-you-eat buffet of iconic scene after iconic scene, which helps explain its repeat "watchability." “You’ll shoot your eye out kid!”
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
50 of the best Christmas movies of all time
The holidays have arrived, and that makes now the time to revisit history's most beloved Christmas movies. But what is a Christmas movie, exactly? So goes a question that continues to be hashed out on the internet, with titles such as "Die Hard" inspiring heated levels of debate. As if to fan the flames, the following list contains certain movies that only feature Christmas or the holidays in a fleeting capacity yet still make for quality viewing.
Then there are the no-brainer inclusions, which employ a holiday-based setting and run with the concept. Popular examples include timeless classics like "A Christmas Story" and "Elf," as well as the recent animated fantasy "Klaus." On the other end of the spectrum are bleaker titles such as "Black Christmas" and "Gremlins," which arguably subvert the holiday spirit by dispensing pure chaos or occasional bouts of violence. Just as all moviegoers are not the same, neither are all Christmas movies.
Stacker used IMDb and Metacritic to round up 50 of the best Christmas movies of all time. To qualify for the list, films had to have at least a 7.0 IMDb user rating or 70 Metascore and at least 5,000 IMDb user votes. Films are listed chronologically. Whip up the hot chocolate, pick your personal favorite, and enjoy.
You may also like: Mistakes from the 50 best movies of all time
The SPA Studios
Remember the Night (1940)
- Director: Mitchell Leisen
- IMDb user rating: 7.6
- Metascore: 78
- Runtime: 94 minutes
In "Remember the Night, " Barbara Stanwyck plays a shoplifter who falls in love with the man prosecuting her. Such a premise might sound tawdry at first, but sprinkle on a little Hollywood fairy dust, and you end up with a bona fide Christmas classic, not to mention a film that's truly stood the test of time.
Paramount Pictures
The Shop Around the Corner (1940)
- Director: Ernst Lubitsch
- IMDb user rating: 8
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 99 minutes
Two rival gift shop employees (James Stewart and Margaret Sullavan) forge an unwitting romance as anonymous pen pals in this old Hollywood classic. The 1998 comedy "You've Got Mail" later adapted the same source material, replacing letters with emails.
MGM
Meet John Doe (1941)
- Director: Frank Capra
- IMDb user rating: 7.6
- Metascore: data not available
- Runtime: 122 minutes
Before making "It's a Wonderful Life," director Frank Capra helmed this prescient romantic dramedy. Ambitious reporter Ann Mitchell (Barbara Stanwyck) conjures a human interest story out of thin air and spawns an unexpected social movement. The narrative builds toward an emotional Christmas Eve climax.
Frank Capra Productions
Holiday Inn (1942)
- Directors: Mark Sandrich, Robert Allen
- IMDb user rating: 7.3
- Metascore: data not available
- Runtime: 100 minutes
With Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire sharing screen time, you already know you're looking at vintage movie gold. That gold is called "Holiday Inn," and was released in 1942. True to its name, the movie centers around an exclusive inn only open on the holidays, where Crosby and Astaire go head-to-head over a young woman's affection. One of the songs written for the film was "White Christmas," which won Irving Berlin an Oscar and remains a holiday favorite.
Paramount Pictures
Meet Me in St. Louis (1944)
- Director: Vincente Minnelli
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 113 minutes
This blockbuster musical takes place in St. Louis at the turn of the 20th century and tells the story of the well-to-do Smiths. With plans to move after Christmas, the family must learn to let go of the things they hold dear. It introduced a number of iconic holiday songs, including "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."
You may also like: 50 times actors hated their own movies
MGM
Christmas in Connecticut (1945)
- Director: Peter Godfrey
- IMDb user rating: 7.4
- Metascore: 64
- Runtime: 101 minutes
"Christmas in Connecticut" sees film star Barbara Stanwyck playing a food writer who doesn't actually know how to cook. Things are going smoothly for the writer until her boss and a war hero invite themselves to Christmas dinner. The premise might seem like something out of a modern-day sitcom, but the movie makes it work, hence the solid ratings and enduring reputation.
Warner Bros.
The Bells of St. Mary's (1945)
- Director: Leo McCarey
- IMDb user rating: 7.2
- Metascore: data not available
- Runtime: 126 minutes
Bing Crosby reprised the Oscar-winning role of Father Chuck O'Malley from 1944s "Going My Way" in this musical dramedy. He and a stubborn nun (Ingrid Bergman) must overcome their differences if they want to save an inner-city parish. Between its original December release date and the inclusion of a holiday pageant scene, the movie has become associated with Christmas.
Rainbow Productions
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
- Director: Frank Capra
- IMDb user rating: 8.6
- Metascore: 89
- Runtime: 130 minutes
As if sent by an angel, "It's a Wonderful Life" is pure holiday perfection. Witness the story of George Bailey (James Stewart), who discovers what life would have been like had he never existed. Something of a flop upon theatrical release , it's now one of the most enduring Christmas movies ever made.
Liberty Films
It Happened on Fifth Avenue (1947)
- Director: Roy Del Ruth
- IMDb user rating: 7.6
- Metascore: 66
- Runtime: 116 minutes
Actor Victor Moore delivers an indelible performance as drifter Aloysius T. McKeever in this Christmas-themed comedy. When the world's second-richest man (Charles Ruggles) heads to Virginia for the winter, McKeever moves into the millionaire's vacated mansion. "In the long run the sour millionaire is sweetened up, all disguises are cast off, and everybody is happy, including the audience," wrote critic James Agee for Time Magazine.
Roy Del Ruth Productions
The Bishop's Wife (1947)
- Director: Henry Koster
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 72
- Runtime: 109 minutes
Based on a 1928 book of the same name, "The Bishop's Wife" is about an angel taking human form to help a bishop build a cathedral and save his marriage. Originally, star Cary Grant wanted to play the bishop , but he was convinced to take on the role of the angel instead. It ended up being one of his most noteworthy performances.
You may also like: Famous movie quotes from the year you were born
Samuel Goldwyn Company
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
- Director: George Seaton
- IMDb user rating: 7.9
- Metascore: 88
- Runtime: 96 minutes
The 1994 version may be the one most children would have seen, but 1947s "Miracle on 34th Street," about a man who claims he's the real Santa Claus and must convince others of the same thing, proves the original is usually the best. Not just one of the best Christmas movies to be found, it's also #9 on the American Film Institute's list of the 100 Most Inspiring Movies of All Time .
Twentieth Century Fox
3 Godfathers (1948)
- Director: John Ford
- IMDb user rating: 7.1
- Metascore: 82
- Runtime: 106 minutes
One among many collaborations between director John Ford and actor John Wayne , this colorful Western reimagines a famous Bible story. Three rugged bank robbers double as stand-ins for the three Wise Men, who must bring a newborn baby to New Jerusalem. It takes place around the holidays and features a rendition of "Silent Night."
Argosy Pictures
Holiday Affair (1949)
- Director: Don Hartman
- IMDb user rating: 7.2
- Metascore: 63
- Runtime: 87 minutes
Starring screen legends Robert Mitchum and Janet Leigh, "A Holiday Affair" is about the romance between a young widow and the shop clerk she accidentally got fired. RKO Studios originally released the film, but it's been given a second life on TCM , which airs it during the holidays.
RKO Radio Pictures
A Christmas Carol (1951)
- Director: Brian Desmond Hurst
- IMDb user rating: 8.1
- Metascore: data not available
- Runtime: 86 minutes
One of the best adaptations of Charles Dickens' famous tale, this film features a deft performance by Alastair Sim as Scrooge. Sim later voiced a made-for-television version of the Dickens novella that also made it to the silver screen.
Walt Disney Pictures
White Christmas (1954)
- Director: Michael Curtiz
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 56
- Runtime: 120 minutes
Starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye, "White Christmas" hits many of the same pitch-perfect notes as "Holiday Inn." This time around, a duo of male entertainers teams up with their female counterparts to save a failing inn. To call the film a song and dance-filled extravaganza would be practically redundant.
You may also like: Most widely watched but universally hated movies of all time
Paramount Pictures
The Apartment (1960)
- Director: Billy Wilder
- IMDb user rating: 8.3
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 125 minutes
This Billy Wilder comedy explores infidelity and interoffice romance while using Christmas as an occasional plot device. Insurance clerk C.C. Baxter (Jack Lemmon) lets executives use his apartment for their extramarital affairs as means to a promotion. It features an office holiday party and a recurring joke about Christmas fruitcake.
The Mirisch Corporation
Scrooge (1970)
- Director: Ronald Neame
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 58
- Runtime: 113 minutes
The Charles Dickens novella "A Christmas Carol" inspired countless film adaptations, including this musical version from 1970. Albert Finney plays the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who's shown the true meaning of Christmas by an assortment of ghosts.
Cinema Center Films
Black Christmas (1974)
- Director: Bob Clark
- IMDb user rating: 7.1
- Metascore: 65
- Runtime: 98 minutes
Nearly a decade before he helmed "A Christmas Story," director Bob Clark churned out this holiday-themed slasher classic. It unfolds over a college winter break and finds a crazed killer stalking a sorority house. Some say it walked so that 1978s "Halloween" could run .
August Films
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence (1983)
- Director: Nagisa Ôshima
- IMDb user rating: 7.2
- Metascore: 53
- Runtime: 123 minutes
This World War II drama takes place in a Japanese prisoner of war camp and examines the divide between two different cultures. Christmas isn't a backdrop as much as it is a signifier of the aforementioned divide. Music icons David Bowie and Ryuichi Sakamoto both star. The latter also scored the film.
National Film Trustee Company
Trading Places (1983)
- Director: John Landis
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 69
- Runtime: 116 minutes
Eddie Murphy cemented his status as a comedy icon with his performance in this box office blockbuster. He plays a down-on-his-luck con artist who's swapped out with a spoiled investor (Dan Aykroyd) as part of a twisted plan. A key sequence takes place during a Christmas party.
You may also like: Why these famous films were banned around the globe
Cinema Group Ventures
A Christmas Story (1983)
- Director: Bob Clark
- IMDb user rating: 7.9
- Metascore: 77
- Runtime: 93 minutes
It's the one, the only: "A Christmas Story." If you haven't already seen it, turn on the TV on Christmas day and you soon will. Directed by Bob Clark and based on the anecdotes of Jean Shepherd as published in the 1968 book "In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash." The movie details the exploits of young Ralphie Parker and his perpetual quest for a Red Ryder BB gun. The film is an all-you-eat buffet of iconic scenes, which helps explain its repeat "watchability."
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
Gremlins (1984)
- Director: Joe Dante
- IMDb user rating: 7.3
- Metascore: 70
- Runtime: 106 minutes
Director Joe Dante's seminal creature feature sends nasty gremlins on a deadly Christmas Eve rampage. With help from his girlfriend (Phoebe Cates) and a cuddly pet mogwai, a young man (Zach Galligan) sets out to save his small town. It was later followed by an outright bonkers sequel.
Warner Bros.
Die Hard (1988)
- Director: John McTiernan
- IMDb user rating: 8.2
- Metascore: 72
- Runtime: 132 minutes
Fans are still hashing out whether this violent classic is actually a Christmas movie, but there's no disputing its holiday setting. What begins as an office party in Nakatomi Plaza becomes a bloody showdown between Officer John McClane (Bruce Willis) and international terrorists. Along with films like "Lethal Weapon," it helped usher in a new era for the action genre.
Twentieth Century Fox
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)
- Director: Jeremiah S. Chechik
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 49
- Runtime: 97 minutes
Written by John Hughes and starring Chevy Chase, "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" continues the story of the crazy Griswold family, who celebrate the holidays by turning every possible scenario into a full-blown disaster. The movie is based on a short story called "Christmas '59", which John Hughes wrote while working for National Lampoon magazine .
Warner Bros.
Home Alone (1990)
- Director: Chris Columbus
- IMDb user rating: 7.7
- Metascore: 63
- Runtime: 103 minutes
Nowadays, the wild success of "Home Alone" seems practically self-explanatory, but most of the people behind the film were not expecting it to be such a huge hit. It was to their surprise that the movie ended up earning the highest box office gross domestically for a comedy . It held the record for 27 years. Needless to say, the antics of a young boy named Kevin McAllister—who gets abandoned by his family during Christmas and squares off against burglars—remains the holiday gift that keeps on giving.
You may also like: Biggest box office bombs of all time
Hughes Entertainment
Edward Scissorhands (1990)
- Director: Tim Burton
- IMDb user rating: 7.9
- Metascore: 74
- Runtime: 105 minutes
Tim Burton was in fine form when he helmed this fantasy drama about a young man with scissors for hands (Johnny Depp). It doubles as an allegory about an artist's life and draws inspiration from the director's own experiences . The story comes to life with vivid music and color as it builds to a climactic Christmas night.
20th Century Fo
Metropolitan (1990)
- Director: Whit Stillman
- IMDb user rating: 7.3
- Metascore: 77
- Runtime: 98 minutes
A sly study on Manhattan's young upper crust, "Metropolitan" mostly features a bunch of trust fund babies talking about things they don't understand while falling in love with one another. Suffice to say, it doesn't exactly make for quality family viewing during the holidays. However, if you enjoy terrific dialogue, sharp acting, and dry satire, the film serves up a classic slice of independent cinema in its own right. Maybe check this one out after the in-laws leave.
Westerly Films
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
- Director: Brian Henson
- IMDb user rating: 7.7
- Metascore: 64
- Runtime: 85 minutes
The Dickens estate must get some serious royalties over the holidays. This time around, the Muppets and actor Michael Caine tackle the timeless tale. While Jim Henson's presence looms large, this was the first Muppets movie made after his death.
Walt Disney Pictures
Batman Returns (1992)
- Director: Tim Burton
- IMDb user rating: 7.1
- Metascore: 68
- Runtime: 126 minutes
Tim Burton's sequel to 1989s "Batman" darkens the tone and introduces a number of new characters. Set during the holiday season, it puts Gotham in the crosshairs of the supervillain Penguin (Danny DeVito). Initially greeted with confusion, the film has been reappraised as something of an experimental classic.
Warner Bros.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
- Director: Henry Selick
- IMDb user rating: 7.9
- Metascore: 82
- Runtime: 76 minutes
Stop-motion animation may very well have peaked in 1993 with "The Nightmare Before Christmas." Put simply, the film is a visual masterpiece. Straight from Tim Burton's head comes the story of Jack Skellington, a king in Halloween Town whose life gets turned upside down after visiting Christmas Town. Disney originally wanted to make a sequel using computer-generated imaging, but Burton convinced them otherwise. Now, the studio has announced a follow-up to the movie in the form of a young adult novel .
You may also like: 50 best WWII movies of all time
Touchstone Pictures
Little Women (1994)
- Director: Gillian Armstrong
- IMDb user rating: 7.3
- Metascore: 87
- Runtime: 115 minutes
One in a long line of "Little Women" adaptations, this historical drama sets key scenes during Christmas and endures as a holiday movie. Set after the Civil War, it chronicles the professional and personal exploits of the lovable March sisters. It originally went to the wide screen in the United States on Christmas Day in 1994.
Columbia Pictures
Eyes Wide Shut (1999)
- Director: Stanley Kubrick
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 68
- Runtime: 159 minutes
Stanley Kubrick's erotic fever dream takes place during the holidays and uses seasonal decorations as a visual motif. It tells the story of William Harford (Tom Cruise), whose cozy lifestyle is upended by a series of sexual revelations. Come for the lavish Christmas party, stay for the infamous orgy.
Warner Bros.
8 Women (2002)
- Director: François Ozon
- IMDb user rating: 7
- Metascore: 64
- Runtime: 111 minutes
Based on a play, this genre-mashing musical stars an ensemble cast of famous French actresses. When the master of an estate is found stabbed to death, eight unique women are suspected of the crime. It takes place in a snowbound mansion over Christmas and draws influence from iconic screwball comedies .
BIM Distribuzione
Love Actually (2003)
- Director: Richard Curtis
- IMDb user rating: 7.6
- Metascore: 55
- Runtime: 135 minutes
Parallel holiday stories combine to a heartwarming effect in "Love Actually. " The Christmas classic is a treasure trove of unforgettable moments, lines, and characters. Apparently, things were just as fun behind the scenes. For instance, Hugh Grant had himself a merry old time exploiting Billy Bob Thornton's bizarre fear of antique furniture by constantly pointing out a few throughout filming.
Universal Pictures
Elf (2003)
- Director: Jon Favreau
- IMDb user rating: 7
- Metascore: 64
- Runtime: 97 minutes
Perhaps the most ubiquitous holiday movie this side of "A Christmas Story," "Elf" is the quintessence of a modern-day seasonal classic. Directed by Jon Favreau, the movie stars Will Ferrell as an oversized elf who mistakenly ends up in Santa's workshop as a baby, accidentally learns about his human origins as an adult, and then leaves for New York in search of his birth father. There's no shortage of memorable bits, including the snowball fight to end all snowball fights and a showdown with a famous author who happens to resemble an elf. Of course, you already knew that because you've seen this film 100 times.
You may also like: Best Clint Eastwood movies
New Line Cinema
Bad Santa (2003)
- Director: Terry Zwigoff
- IMDb user rating: 7.1
- Metascore: 70
- Runtime: 92 minutes
Movies like "Scrooged" might playfully break from the norm, but "Bad Santa" downright decimates any semblance of holiday movie tradition. The film—about an alcoholic con man who poses as Santa Claus before ripping off malls—is a non-stop barrage of foul language and explicit content. But darned if it isn't one of the greatest comedies of all time. Watch it this Christmas, but make sure grandma and grandpa are out of earshot.
Columbia Pictures Corporation
Tokyo Godfathers (2003)
- Director: Satoshi Kon
- IMDb user rating: 7.8
- Metascore: 73
- Runtime: 92 minutes
From the Japanese director of "Perfect Blue" and "Paprika" comes this animated tragicomedy. It draws loose inspiration from the Hollywood Western "3 Godfathers" while conjuring a Dickensian tonality. On Christmas Eve, three colorful vagabonds attempt to return an abandoned newborn to its parents.
Dentsu
2046 (2004)
- Director: Wong Kar-wai
- IMDb user rating: 7.4
- Metascore: 78
- Runtime: 129 minutes
This sci-fi romantic drama makes up the final part of director Wong Kar-wai's informal love trilogy . It tells stories within a story as an author recounts personal relationships while working on his latest novel. Musical themes, thrilling visuals, and a recurring Christmas motif help bring the narratives to life.
Jet Tone Production
Joyeux Noel (2005)
- Director: Christian Carion
- IMDb user rating: 7.7
- Metascore: 70
- Runtime: 116 minutes
Most Christmas movies keep it light in spirit, but "Joyeux Noel" goes straight for the jugular. Based on a true story, the acclaimed French film is about a temporary Christmas truce between enemy soldiers during World War I. The movie was initially supposed to be rated "R," but that was bumped down to "PG-13" after Roger Ebert openly critiqued the Motion Picture Association of America's original rating .
Nord-Ouest Productions
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)
- Director: Shane Black
- IMDb user rating: 7.5
- Metascore: 72
- Runtime: 103 minutes
Hollywood scribe Shane Black made his directorial feature debut with this noirish crime comedy. Robert Downey Jr. plays a petty crook turned aspiring actor, who gets thrust into the heart of a murder mystery. A warm weather Los Angeles Christmas makes for a perennial backdrop.
You may also like: 100 best international movies of all time
Warner Bros.
Eastern Promises (2007)
- Director: David Cronenberg
- IMDb user rating: 7.6
- Metascore: 82
- Runtime: 100 minutes
Director David Cronenberg's brutal crime drama doesn't exactly scream "Christmas movie" but nevertheless takes place during the holiday season. With the discovery of a prostitute's diary comes a dangerous revelation involving the Russian mob. Its scenes of graphic violence are not for the faint of heart and definitely not for the whole family.
Kudos Film and Television
In Bruges (2008)
- Director: Martin McDonagh
- IMDb user rating: 7.9
- Metascore: 67
- Runtime: 107 minutes
This beloved crime comedy sends two hitmen (Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson) into hiding after a job gone wrong. They lie low in Bruges, Belgium, during the holiday season, but don't exactly cultivate a festive spirit. Farrell and Gleeson recently reunited with director Martin McDonagh for the 2022 dramedy "The Banshees of Inisherin."
Focus Features
A Christmas Tale (2008)
- Director: Arnaud Desplechin
- IMDb user rating: 7
- Metascore: 84
- Runtime: 150 minutes
A dysfunctional family gathers for Christmas in this award-winning French dramedy. When it's revealed that their matriarch (Catherine Deneuve) requires a bone marrow transplant, past traumas bubble to the surface. Writing for the Independent, critic Nicholas Barber called it "a bracingly eccentric, waspishly intelligent blast of flashbacks, freeze frames, split screens, and bizarre music choices."
Why Not Productions
Arthur Christmas (2011)
- Directors: Sarah Smith, Barry Cook
- IMDb user rating: 7.1
- Metascore: 69
- Runtime: 97 minutes
Have you ever wondered how Santa is able to deliver all those presents on Christmas Eve? To find out, watch the animated flick "Arthur Christmas," which takes viewers behind the scenes of Santa's operation. The movie also deals with Santa's goofy son, Arthur, who makes it his mission to get a misplaced gift back to where it belongs.
Aardman Animations
Klaus (2019)
- Directors: Sergio Pablos, Carlos Martínez López
- IMDb user rating: 8.1
- Metascore: 65
- Runtime: 96 minutes
This animated Christmas movie has all the trappings of a modern holiday favorite. Exiled to the Arctic, a desperate postman (voiced by Jason Schwartzman) forges a friendship with a local toymaker named Klaus (voiced by J. K. Simmons). Its hand-drawn animation style gives rise to the warm fuzzies of early Disney movies, and the constant snow scenes are sure to inspire a hunt for snow afterward.
You may also like: Different movies with the same plots
The SPA Studios
Happy Christmas (2014)
- Director: Joe Swanberg
- IMDb user rating: 5.4
- Metascore: 70
- Runtime: 82 minutes
Mumblecore director Joe Swanberg puts a minimalist spin on the holidays in this largely improvised dramedy . It stars Anna Kendrick as an immature 20-something who moves in with her brother's family and uproots their livelihoods. The film's development style creates an easygoing story that rambles in the right ways with a run time of just 82 minutes.
Lucky Coffee Productions
Tangerine (2015)
- Director: Sean Baker
- IMDb user rating: 7.1
- Metascore: 86
- Runtime: 88 minutes
Indie filmmaker Sean Baker shot this gripping dramedy using an $8 camera app on his iPhone 5S . It takes place on Christmas Eve and follows a transgender sex worker (Kitana Kiki Rodriguez) as she tracks down her cheating boyfriend. Co-star Mya Taylor won an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female.
Freestyle Picture Company
Carol (2015)
- Director: Todd Haynes
- IMDb user rating: 7.2
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 118 minutes
This Oscar-nominated drama explores the forbidden love between two women (Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara) against the backdrop of 1950s America. The story unfolds during the holiday season and touches on Christmas and New Year's Eve. It's based on a 1952 novel by author Patricia Highsmith.
The Weinstein Company
Little Women (2019)
- Director: Greta Gerwig
- IMDb user rating: 7.8
- Metascore: 91
- Runtime: 135 minutes
Director Greta Gerwig culled from Louisa May Alcott's beloved novel, but also from the author's other writings when crafting this blockbuster adaptation. It jumps back and forth in time and anchors most of the story around writer Jo March (Saoirse Ronan). As with previous versions, it sets key scenes during Christmas.
Columbia Pictures
Elvis (2022)
- Director: Baz Luhrmann
- IMDb user rating: 7.4
- Metascore: 64
- Runtime: 159 minutes
Baz Luhrmann's dizzying biopic traces the rise and fall of rock icon Elvis Presley (Austin Butler), primarily through the eyes of his unscrupulous manager (Tom Hanks). While not holiday themed, it does feature a semi-controversial Christmas TV special. The real-life Elvis also released one of the best-selling Christmas albums of all time .
You may also like: 100 best Western films of all time
Warner Bros.
Be the first to know
Get local news delivered to your inbox! | https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/cousin-eddie-display-from-christmas-vacation-leads-to-kentucky-police-response/article_db27b59d-1be5-5b79-b0c6-8c92bf1c5d6d.html | 2022-12-23 03:32:16 | 1 | https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/cousin-eddie-display-from-christmas-vacation-leads-to-kentucky-police-response/article_db27b59d-1be5-5b79-b0c6-8c92bf1c5d6d.html |
RIDGELAND, S.C. – Rory McIlroy made two eagles that made the rest of his day feel better Saturday at the CJ Cup in South Carolina. His 4-under 67 was enough for a one-shot lead and a clear road to return to No. 1 in the world.
McIlroy hit a 6-iron that took the slope and rolled out to 2 feet for eagle on the par-5 fourth. He smashed a 376-yard drive and made his second eagle with a 30-foot putt from the tightly mown grass off the green on the par-5 12th.
The rest of the round was even par, a mix of good birdies and sloppy bogeys, and it added to a one-shot lead over Jon Rahm, Kurt Kitayama and K.H. Lee.
“You take away those two holes and I was even par for the rest of the round. Felt like it was a little scrappy coming in, but did enough to hang in there and shoot a solid score,” McIlroy said.
McIlroy was at 13-under 200, with hopes set on going back to No. 1 in the world for the ninth time in his career, and first time since the summer of 2020.
Having been there, all he said he truly cared about was winning.
Ditto for Rahm, who had to scrap his way through a series of bogeys for a 70. Rahm started the second round tied for the lead. He was five shots behind when McIlroy made his eagle on No. 12.
But the big Spaniard was solid as Gibraltar coming in at Congaree, picking off birdies with two good bunker shots and making a great escape for par on the 16th, where he purposely took free relief into the trees because of a tiny gap.
“A lot of battle today. I'm proud of it,” Rahm said. “I'm standing on 12 tee ... I thought things could get ugly. But I just stayed on my own game and tried to make some birdies coming in and put myself in position for tomorrow.”
His only disappointment was not getting into the final group with McIlroy, a power group for a sleepy tournament in the low country.
Lee matched the low round of a day made challenging by some tees moved back and some pins in perilous positions. He also made amends on the 17th hole, the toughest at Congaree this week. Lee four-putted — the last three putts from 5 feet — for a double bogey Friday. This time he made one of only three birdies.
“Much better than yesterday,” he said.
Kitayama is the most curious of the contenders, a 29-year-old Californian who spent two years on the Korn Ferry Tour without much success, and then four years toiling across Asia and Europe, winning three times.
He battled Rahm in the Mexico Open and finished one back. He finished one behind Xander Schauffele in the Scottish Open. Saturday was the first time he had a share of the lead going into the weekend on the PGA Tour, and he held his own.
He was tied for the lead until his 65-foot putt across the 17th green ran some 7 feet by the cup, and he missed the comebacker for par.
Aaron Wise, much like Rahm, also had to piece together a game that didn't feel like it was there. He had consecutive bogeys in the middle of the back nine, but scratched out pars coming in for a 71 and put him in the group three shots behind.
Tom Kim had a 69 and was four shots back in his bid to win for the third time before turning 21. The 20-year-old has won three of his last five starts.
___
More AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://www.clickorlando.com/sports/2022/10/22/mcilroy-pulls-ahead-at-congaree-with-return-to-no-1-in-view/ | 2022-10-23 01:13:23 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/sports/2022/10/22/mcilroy-pulls-ahead-at-congaree-with-return-to-no-1-in-view/ |
Mass. should end this practice for public and private institutions
In its June 30 editorial, “Colleges must still seek racial diversity,” the Globe calls for schools to eliminate preferences for children of alumni, who, due to systemic racism and wealth gaps, are more likely to be white. Schools long ago should have ceased to perpetuate a practice created in the 1920s to exclude Jewish students from elite institutions, but they haven’t.
The Massachusetts Legislature should take action to ensure more equitable admissions practices by approving a bill filed by Senator Lydia Edwards and Representative Michael Moran that would ban legacy preferences in both public and private institutions.
Advertisement
Schools have a finite number of seats in each class. By reserving seats for children of alumni, they limit opportunities for all others, especially immigrants and first-generation college students. Legacy policies also harm students of color and those from low-income families since they are less likely to have parents who attended college.
In at least 19 states, no public universities use legacy preferences, according to our policy affiliate, Education Reform Now. In Massachusetts, 69 percent of public universities do so — the third-worst rate in the nation.
Among all Massachusetts higher education institutions, 75 percent provide a legacy preference, perpetuating systemic racism, supporting an inequitable practice, and giving an advantage to students based on their birthright.
Massachusetts should end this shameful practice.
Mary Tamer
Executive director
Democrats for Education Reform Massachusetts
Boston
Schools can show their commitment to diversity, inclusion by dropping legacy preferences
Given the recent Supreme Court decision barring consideration of race in admissions at colleges and universities, one thing that schools can do now is to drop their legacy preferences. While this might affect alumni donations, it would make a strong statement and demonstrate that colleges are willing to stand up for their commitment to having a diversified student body. Perhaps there would be enough alumni who support the need to diversify their alma maters to balance any loss of donations.
Advertisement
Legacies are most often white and wealthier, and they rely on the advantage of admissions preferences, to the disadvantage of people of color and lower-income white applicants. This Supreme Court ruling behooves us to take a stand: Will it be for diversity and inclusion or discrimination and exclusion?
Jennifer Wolfrum
Watertown | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/07/07/opinion/letters-to-the-editor-has-time-come-for-legacy-admissions/ | 2023-07-07 06:53:16 | 1 | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/07/07/opinion/letters-to-the-editor-has-time-come-for-legacy-admissions/ |
Gonsolin, Dodgers 4-hit revamped Padres in 8-1 win
By JILL PAINTER LOPEZ
Associated Press
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tony Gonsolin pitched five scoreless innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers threw a four-hiter against the San Diego Padres’ supercharged lineup, winning 8-1 Friday night after honoring Vin Scully.
Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts led the stadium in a unison call of Scully’s signature “It’s time for Dodgers baseball” during a memorial before the game. Scully died Tuesday at age 94.
The NL West rivals met for the first time since San Diego acquired superstar Juan Soto, Josh Bell and Brandon Drury ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline. The Dodgers extended their division lead to 13 1/2 games over the Padres and showed no signs of slowing down.
Gonsolin (13-1) struck out six and allowed three hits.
Soto was showered with “Future Dodger” chants at Chavez Ravine last month when he played in the All-Star Game with his name on the trade block. Washington sent the 23-year-old to Los Angeles’ rival instead, and Soto was booed in each at-bat Friday.
Soto and ex-Dodger Manny Machado had two of the Padres’ four hits.
The Dodgers scored four runs in the first inning on a two-run double by Hanser Alberto, an infield single by Will Smith and an error. The Dodgers added another four runs in the third inning, on a two-run double by Chris Taylor — in his first game back from the IL — and Cody Bellinger’s two-run double.
Sean Manaea (6-6) had one of the worst starts of his season, allowing eight earned runs on 10 hits in four innings.
Joey Gallo had a pinch-hit single in the ninth inning, his second hit since being acquired by the Dodgers from the New York Yankees.
The Padres scored on Drury’s sacrifice fly in the ninth.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Padres: SS Fernando Tatis Jr. (fractured wrist) will begin a rehab assignment either Saturday or Sunday in Double-A San Antonio.
Dodgers: LHP Clayton Kershaw (back) was placed on the 15-day IL with a sore back. He had an X-ray and MRI, but results of the MRI weren’t yet known. There is no timetable for his return.
UP NEXT
Padres: RHP Mike Clevinger (3-3, 3.13 ERA) earned his first win in more than a month in his last start, allowing just one run on five hits in seven innings against Colorado.
Dodgers: LHP Andrew Heaney (1-0, 0.77 ERA) allowed just one earned run and four hits in four innings against the Giants on Monday. It was his second start back from a left shoulder strain.
___
More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://kion546.com/news/ap-california/2022/08/05/gonsolin-dodgers-4-hit-revamped-padres-in-8-1-win/ | 2022-08-06 05:52:41 | 0 | https://kion546.com/news/ap-california/2022/08/05/gonsolin-dodgers-4-hit-revamped-padres-in-8-1-win/ |
Bryce Young, Alabama finish season the right way
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Alex Boothe
Time after time, key players in college football have ‘opted-out’ of playing in non-playoff bowl games if they have the intention of entering the NFL Draft. The same cannot be said for Alabama quarterback Bryce Young, who provided Crimson Tide fans with one final closing act in the Sugar Bowl.
“This was such a huge opportunity I feel like for us as a team, like Coach (Nick Saban) said, to try to prove something,” Young said following Alabama’s 45-20 win over Kansas State. “For us to finish this season the right way means a lot. Whatever comes after that, that’s out of my hands. But I’m just happy we were able to win, and I was able to play with my guys.”
Young’s highlight of the game was orchestrating a seven play, ninety-eight-yard drive in fifty-one seconds to put Alabama up by double digits, 21-10 at halftime. After a failed onside kick attempt by Kansas State out of halftime, Young tried topping his efficient drive to end the half with a thirty-two-yard touchdown pass to Ja’Corey Brooks, which was placed perfectly in the back right corner of the end zone. While the drives in succession were met with loud cheers and shocked fans, Young’s Tide teammates knew what to expect.
“That’s just Bryce, he carries himself one way,” Alabama wide receiver Jermaine Burton said. “He carries himself as ‘Bryce Young’ and wherever ‘Bryce Young’ goes, he’s going to be ‘Bryce Young’. So, it’s great always seeing him be him. Bryce is an unbelievable player and leader just off the field, and I feel like just him playing this game sets him apart from any other quarterback, any other player, in the draft this year and that just shows his character.”
Young finished the game with five passing touchdowns and took home Sugar Bowl Most Outstanding Player honors, giving Alabama its tenth Sugar Bowl victory in program history. Two days later, Young announced his intentions to leave school a year early and enter his name in the 2023 NFL Draft. | https://www.wvua23.com/bryce-young-alabama-finish-season-the-right-way/ | 2023-01-04 03:47:22 | 0 | https://www.wvua23.com/bryce-young-alabama-finish-season-the-right-way/ |
Brittney Griner pleads guilty to drug case in Russia
MOSCOW (AP) — The ball is now in Moscow’s court when it comes to the fate of WNBA star Brittney Griner.
She pleaded guilty yesterday to drug possession charges in a case that could see her spend 10 years in prison.
The plea was unexpected and it’s unclear how it will affect her case. A top Russian diplomat had said no action could be taken on her until her trial ends.
President Biden and other top U.S. officials have been lobbying for her release.
For more world news, click here. | https://www.wbbjtv.com/2022/07/10/brittney-griner-pleads-guilty-to-drug-case-in-russia/ | 2022-07-11 00:09:55 | 1 | https://www.wbbjtv.com/2022/07/10/brittney-griner-pleads-guilty-to-drug-case-in-russia/ |
EAST HARTFORD, Conn., July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, continues to receive positive support for various F135-related program items on the path toward finalizing the 2024 appropriations bill. On July 27, the Senate Appropriations Committee, led by Chairman Jon Tester (D-MT) and Ranking Member Susan Collins (R-ME), passed a bipartisan bill that included:
- $497 million for the development of the F135 engine core upgrade (ECU), the DoD's chosen F-35 engine modernization effort.
- $264 million above the President's budget request for F135 engine spares and repair parts.
- A prohibition against integrating any alternate engine on any F-35 variant.
- $280 million for the development of future engine technology that could be used on 6th generation tactical aircraft.
"I want to personally thank Senators Tester and Collins for their leadership on this effort, because it's essential to ensuring our limited DoD funds go to the most urgent, high-priority needs," said Jeff Shockey, senior vice president of RTX Global Government Relations. "I also want to express my gratitude to the Senate Appropriations Chair Patty Murray (D-WA), Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) and the entire Connecticut and Maine delegations for their support and advocacy."
The F135 supports nearly 55,000 jobs across 41 states and more than 260 domestic suppliers. In March 2023, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Navy chose to upgrade the F135 versus replace it with an entirely new engine. The decision was announced as part of the administration's 2024 budget proposal.
"The Senate Appropriations Committee's full funding of the Engine Core Upgrade program, its addition of $280 million for future-generation propulsion technologies, and language prohibiting integration of an alternate engine on any F-35 variant are critically important," said Jill Albertelli, president of Military Engines at Pratt & Whitney. "Our collective focus should be on maximizing the performance of all three variants of the F-35, while prioritizing the advancement of sixth-generation solutions that serve our highest, most urgent national defense priorities."
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. To learn more visit prattwhitney.com. To receive press releases and other news directly, please sign up here.
About RTX
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 180,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2022 sales of $67 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
Pratt & Whitney
+1 (860) 565-9600
media@prattwhitney.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE RTX | https://www.kbtx.com/prnewswire/2023/07/28/pratt-amp-whitneys-f135-engine-receives-full-funding-support-senate-appropriations-committee/ | 2023-07-28 22:13:43 | 1 | https://www.kbtx.com/prnewswire/2023/07/28/pratt-amp-whitneys-f135-engine-receives-full-funding-support-senate-appropriations-committee/ |
ATHENS, Greece — The leaders of Greece and Bulgaria have announced plans to expand natural gas cooperation with a deal that could help other countries in the region lower their dependence on Russian energy.
Russian supplier Gazprom halted gas deliveries to Bulgaria over a pay mechanism dispute last April, two months after Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine. Greece has also drastically reduced Russian gas imports over the past year.
“For one year now, Russian (aggression) has been held back by the brave defense of the Ukrainian people, but it continues to cause economic pain by turning energy into a means of blackmail,” Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said after meeting President Rumen Radev of Bulgaria.
“The only option we have is to speed up our effort to reduce our need for Russian gas.”
Thursday’s agreement was signed four months after Greece and Bulgaria completed a natural gas grid pipeline connection, giving Bulgaria access to the LNG market through Greek port access.
The European Union and the United States strongly supported the landmark project that could also help other Balkan countries lower their dependence on Russian gas, helped by continued pipeline system modification in the region. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/with-eye-on-russia-greece-and-bulgaria-expand-gas-deal/2023/02/16/f7b9f354-ae2c-11ed-b0ba-9f4244c6e5da_story.html | 2023-02-16 19:39:18 | 0 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/with-eye-on-russia-greece-and-bulgaria-expand-gas-deal/2023/02/16/f7b9f354-ae2c-11ed-b0ba-9f4244c6e5da_story.html |
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Daily 4" game were:
0-8-7-4
(zero, eight, seven, four)
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Daily 4" game were:
0-8-7-4
(zero, eight, seven, four) | https://www.sfchronicle.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-4-game-17202067.php | 2022-05-27 00:38:50 | 1 | https://www.sfchronicle.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-4-game-17202067.php |
Priceline offers more ways to save as consumers gear up for what's expected to be a record travel season
NORWALK, Conn., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Appetite for travel is high this summer and the industry is on track for a record season. But with inflation and rising gas prices, getting away for a weekend is coming at a high cost—average hotel rates are up 14% and average roundtrip airfares are up 39% compared to last summer.1 To help travelers save on their summer vacations, Priceline is launching its Summer Sale on June 20 and sharing the most affordable destinations for the Fourth of July holiday. To keep the deals coming year round, Priceline is also launching an exciting expansion of its VIP Loyalty program called VIP Family.
"This summer, the travel industry is experiencing a significant boom, and we want to help ensure that our customers are getting the best deals, despite current economic stressors like inflation," said Brett Keller, CEO of Priceline. "With our everyday deals, Summer Sale and VIP program we're helping fight back against inflation to make travel more affordable and accessible."
Unlock More Savings—Even When You're Not Traveling
Travelers can access savings 3x faster with VIP Family, the newest benefit of Priceline's award-winning loyalty program. On average, VIP Member savings on hotels are already 50% bigger than non-member savings. Now, loyalty members can also create a VIP Family for faster access to even more exclusive discounts, coupons, and travel perks. The program is free and all you have to do is sign up to start saving.
While each member maintains their own private account, this new feature allows three users to pool status by creating a VIP Family. Individual family members' completed trip totals are tallied into one status level, helping families attain a higher status and unlock more benefits, faster. As your VIP status increases, so do your savings.
Where to Travel and How to Save this Fourth of July
For those looking to save on a last-minute Fourth of July getaway, Priceline analyzed pricing data to determine the most affordable cities available to book now. Travelers can find great deals on hotels for both international and domestic travel in these top destinations, where average room rates are less than $155 per night, as well as additional deals on flights and car rentals.
Domestic
- Dallas, Texas ($133)
- Houston, Texas ($135)
- Bloomington, Minnesota ($135)
- Charlotte, North Carolina ($148)
- Kissimmee, Florida ($151)
International
- Calgary, Canada ($127)
- Milan, Italy ($145)
- Prague, Czech Republic ($146)
- Istanbul, Turkey ($147)
- Athens, Greece ($154)
Summer Sale
Whether travelers are looking to explore a new city, head to the beach or discover new hiking routes, Priceline has a deal for everyone. To help travelers save even more this summer, including on Fourth of July travel, Priceline is kicking off its annual Summer Sale on June 20. In addition to coupons, thousands of hotels will be on sale for 15% or more.2
- Save $20 on Express Deals® hotels when spending at least $125.
- Save $100 on Express Deals® hotels when spending at least $500.
To book your trip, and for more information on the Summer Sale and VIP Family, visit Priceline.com.
1 Priceline hotel and flight data for travel scheduled between June 1, 2022 and September 23, 2022 compared to the same time period in 2021.
2 No coupon required. Valid on select hotels booked between June 20 and July 4, 2022 for travel between June 20 and August 31, 2022.
About Priceline
Priceline, part of Booking Holdings Inc. [NASDAQ: BKNG], is a leader in online travel deals. Priceline offers exclusive discounts on hotels, flights, alternative accommodations, rental cars, cruises and packages. We offer more than a million lodging properties, helping travelers find the right accommodation at the right price. We negotiate great deals every day, and put our best pricing on the Priceline app. With free cancellation for many rates, 24-hour customer assistance and the option for both pre-paid and pay upon arrival reservations, Priceline helps millions of travelers be there for the moments that matter. For us, and for our customers, every trip is a big deal.
For further information, please contact:
Christina Bennett, christina.bennett@priceline.com
Stephanie Perry, priceline@mbooth.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Priceline | https://www.wbay.com/prnewswire/2022/06/15/priceline-makes-travel-easy-affordable-with-summer-sale-expanded-loyalty-program/ | 2022-06-15 11:22:06 | 1 | https://www.wbay.com/prnewswire/2022/06/15/priceline-makes-travel-easy-affordable-with-summer-sale-expanded-loyalty-program/ |
Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $50,000 In Inspirato To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options
NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Inspirato Incorporated ("Inspirato" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ISPO).
If you suffered losses exceeding $50,000 investing in Inspirato stock or options and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). You may also click here for additional information: www.faruqilaw.com/ISPO.
There is no cost or obligation to you.
Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading minority and Woman-owned national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia.
On November 14, 2022, Inspirato disclosed in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") that "[o]n November 8, 2022, the Audit Committee (the 'Audit Committee') of the Board of Directors of Inspirato Incorporated (the 'Company') concluded, after discussion with the Company's management, that the Company's unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements as of and for the quarterly periods ended March 31, 2022 and June 30, 2022 (collectively, the 'Non-Reliance Periods') included in the Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') for the Non-Reliance Periods, should no longer be relied upon.
This is due to the incorrect application of Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842) ('ASC 842') with respect to the assessment of right-of-use assets and liabilities, resulting in an understatement of both right-of-use assets and total lease liabilities of approximately 9% for each of the Non-Reliance Periods resulting in an understatement of total assets and total liabilities by approximately 5% for each of the Non-Reliance periods, and due to property-related and other expenses being under accrued in the first quarter, and over accrued in the second quarter, resulting in cost of revenue being understated by approximately 1% and overstated by approximately 5% in the first and second quarter, respectively. Similarly, any previously issued or filed reports, press releases, earnings releases, and investor presentations or other communications describing the Company's condensed consolidated unaudited financial statements and other related financial information covering the Non-Reliance Periods should no longer be relied upon."
On this news, Inspirato's stock price fell $0.27 per share, or 11.89%, to close at $2.00 per share on November 14, 2022.
Then, on November 23, 2022, Inspirato disclosed receipt of "a notice (the 'Notice') from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ('Nasdaq') notifying the Company that it is not in compliance with the periodic filing requirements for continued listing set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) (the 'Rule') as a result of its failure to file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2022 (the 'Third Quarter Report') with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') by the required due date. The Notice stated that, under Nasdaq rules, the Company has 60 calendar days, or until January 17, 2023, to submit a plan to regain compliance with Nasdaq's continued listing requirements."
On this news, Inspirato's stock price fell $0.06 per share, or 3.21%, to close at $1.81 per share on November 25, 2022.
Attorney Advertising. The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP (www.faruqilaw.com). Prior results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome with respect to any future matter. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your particular case. All communications will be treated in a confidential manner.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP | https://www.1011now.com/prnewswire/2022/12/27/inspirato-shareholder-action-reminder/ | 2022-12-27 23:15:11 | 0 | https://www.1011now.com/prnewswire/2022/12/27/inspirato-shareholder-action-reminder/ |
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, clashed with Democrats in a minutes-long argument during a hearing featuring FBI whistleblowers on Thursday.
Rep. Stacey Plaskett, D-USVI, initially butted heads with Jordan over past testimony one of the witnesses had given to Republicans. The witness, FBI staff operations specialist Marcus Allen, had consented only to speak with Republicans in a previous hearing, and Plaskett requested that Democrats on the committee be provided with a transcript of that interview.
Jordan denied the request, leading to a lengthy argument that dragged in multiple lawmakers over the committee's rules.
"I'm not aware that you're able to withhold information from the minority that we would need to use," said Rep. Debbie Wasserman Shultz before being cut off by Jordan.
2011 EMAILS REVEAL HUNTER BIDEN HELPED BUSINESS ASSOCIATES GET ACCESS TO VP BIDEN, TOP AID
"When it comes to whistleblowers you are not [entitled]," Jordan said, repeating the phrase as Wasserman Shultz protested.
"That's not right," interjected Rep. Dan Goldman, D-N.Y.
"It's shocking that the gentleman from New York would say that when you were part of an investigation with an anonymous whistleblower," Jordan said as Goldman continued to talk. Goldman had served as counsel during former President Trump's first impeachment.
FEDERAL PROSECUTORS NEAR DECISION ON HUNTER BIDEN PROBE: REPORT
"I'm inquiring--" Wasserman Schultz said before once again being cut off.
"And I told you that when it comes to whistleblowers you are not entitled. It is at the discretion of Mr. Allen," Jordan said.
"Mr. Chairman, these individuals have been determined not to be whistleblowers," Wasserman Shultz said. "These are not whistleblowers. They have been determined by the agency not to be whistleblowers. Are you deciding that they're whistleblowers?"
"Yes, the law decides. Did you not listen to [the testimony]?" Jordan countered.
Jordan continued to bull through the complaints and ultimately allowed Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., to proceed with questioning.
Jordan and other Republicans on the committee released a report detailing the claims of various FBI whistleblowers, arguing that the organization had been infected with "politicized rot." Jordan said during a press conference prior to the hearing that his committee spoke with over two dozen FBI whistleblowers in compiling its report.
JOURNALIST MATT TAIBBI THREATENED WITH PRISON TIME FOR PERJURY BY TOP DEMOCRAT OVER TWITER FILES TESTIMONY
"If you're a parent attending a school board meeting; if you're a pro-lifer praying at a clinic, or you're a Catholic simply going to mass, you are a target of the government, a target of the FBI," Jordan said, adding that officials attempted to "inflate" their investigations to treat them as domestic and violent extremism cases.
Gaetz also spoke at the news conference, and detailed whistleblower claims that the Washington, D.C., field office is the source of much of the "rot" within the organization.
"A lot of the rot, the committee has learned, emerges out of headquarters, out of the Washington field office," Gaetz said. "[A whistleblower] described the conflict that existed as the Washington field office put pressure on other field offices around the country to engage in law enforcement work without predication."
CLICK TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP
Fox News Digital reached out to the FBI for comment, but they did not immediately respond. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/national/jordan-takes-on-dems-in-contentious-exchange-over-whistleblower-testimony/article_a11b5203-2296-5b8f-ab57-52abffe67c12.html | 2023-05-18 18:36:27 | 0 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/national/jordan-takes-on-dems-in-contentious-exchange-over-whistleblower-testimony/article_a11b5203-2296-5b8f-ab57-52abffe67c12.html |
Chief Adherence Officer, Cyndi Alexander, will be among the speakers taking part in a live satellite event focused on collaborating across sectors to address the root causes of hunger and health.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AdhereHealth, a healthcare technology leader in medication adherence insights and health outcomes, today announced that Chief Adherence Officer, Cyndi Alexander, will take part in a live panel discussion being held in conjunction with the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health.
The virtual satellite event, "Crossroads of Health & Hunger: A National Ecosystem," is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, Sept. 27th, at 11:00 am ET. Sponsored by US Hunger, the panel will bring together leaders from different sectors to discuss how they can collaborate to address the root causes of hunger.
"Access to nutritious food is a critical social determinant of health and one of the most significant barriers to medication adherence. Individuals who are food insecure are disproportionally affected by chronic diseases, including diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity," said Alexander. "We're honored to partner with US Hunger and other community-based, corporate and healthcare organizations to share innovative strategies that help ensure better health outcomes for at-risk populations. Healthy food is medicine."
Other leaders on the panel include:
- Gwendolyn Butson - CEO, United Against Poverty
- Winston Chiu - Founder & CEO, Feed Forward
- Philip Middleton - Vice President, Social Determinants of Health (SDoH), ilumed
For more information or to register to attend, click here!
About AdhereHealth™
AdhereHealth delivers purpose-built, innovative technology solutions to improve quality of care, medication adherence and cost outcomes, emphasizing overcoming social determinants of health (SDOH) and improving patient experience. AdhereRx, an AdhereHealth digital pharmacy, provides high-risk, underserved patients with personalized pharmacy services that drive medication compliance and reduce unnecessary utilization costs. This unique combination of predictive analytics, intelligent clinical workflow software and proactive telepharmacy outreach performed by a nationwide team of licensed clinicians addresses an estimated half a trillion dollars of unnecessary annual medical costs attributed to medication adherence issues. Today, the Adhere™ Platform touches nearly 30 million patients across dozens of health plans, self-insured employers and other risk-bearing entities. Learn more at www.adherehealth.com.
Media Contact:
Andrea LePain
eMedia Junction
andrea@emediajunction.com
617-894-1153
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE AdhereHealth | https://www.ktre.com/prnewswire/2022/09/26/adherehealth-participate-white-house-conference-hunger-nutrition-health/ | 2022-09-26 21:51:51 | 1 | https://www.ktre.com/prnewswire/2022/09/26/adherehealth-participate-white-house-conference-hunger-nutrition-health/ |
NEW YORK (AP) — Deposition of Trump and 2 children in NY civil probe delayed due to Ivana Trump's death, state attorney general says.
- What’s in a name: JumBurrito
- Teen wasn't driving in fatal Andrews crash
- MPD: Woman dies after collision in south Midland
- FC Dallas WTX boys aim for national title on final try
- DPS: Rollover kills one in Howard County
- MCSO searching for fugitive wanted for continuous sexual abuse of a child
- MPD: Another motorcyclist dies in Wednesday collision
- Basin Pride happening in Midland, Odessa this weekend
Most Popular
More from MRT
- Increased debt-to-income ratios, constrained ability to save and lower credit score all affect...
- Shane Selman hit two home runs to help the RockHounds bounce back with a win at Frisco on...
- After enjoying gas prices that were less than the state average for weeks during the height of...
- Memberships are required to ride at the 135-acre park located at Interstate 20 and County Road...
- Northern Little League was eliminated from the 11-and-under Texas West State Little Tournament...
- Giovanni Lujan wasn’t ready to hang up his basketball sneakers following an all-state season his...
- New Texas Tech football coach Joey McGuire said it didn’t take long for him to realize just how...
- Former Midland College golf standout JT Pittman will be looking to win the West Texas Amateur...
- Getting to the National Cup Finals club soccer championships has been on the minds of several...
- A 33-year-old man from Cuero died Tuesday after a vehicle rolled over Tuesday afternoon in Howard... | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Alert-Deposition-of-Trump-and-2-children-in-NY-17307224.php | 2022-07-15 14:24:01 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Alert-Deposition-of-Trump-and-2-children-in-NY-17307224.php |
Product to visualize complex data, giving leaders insights to optimize sales performance
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Performio, a leading incentive compensation management (ICM) provider, announced today that it has launched its new product, Analytics Studio. This powerful new product lets Performio customers get dynamic insights into their compensation data and create business recommendations. The new analytics capabilities leverage predictive artificial intelligence (AI) to generate insights into payable and attainment trends by team, territory, or products, which informs and improves territory, quota, and comp recommendations. In addition, it reports on estimated compensation payables based on the current pipeline in a customer's CRM system to better plan and manage company-wide commissions payouts.
Using Analytics Studio, Performio customers can build executive reporting visualizations, create custom views into their data, gain insights into their business instantly, and use natural language questions to explore the data and create charts easily. In addition, interactive reports and dashboards can be aggregated at any level. Drill down and data exploration capabilities enable customers to uncover new insights, identify trends, detect outliers, and inform decision making. Manager dashboards enable sales leadership to understand team performance and drive better results. Participant dashboards provide intuitive and clear information to sales reps and other commission compensated employees to help them validate their commission payments and understand compensation plans.
"Analytics Studio is a game changer for incentive compensation management," said Dmitri Korablev, CTO, Performio. "It's what's been missing in the industry since its existence. It combines the power of AI along with robust data infrastructure and intuitive visualizations to help Performio customers understand their compensation data. It's been very exciting to see how quickly our customers are able to immediately start using it to improve their compensation plans and build more effective incentives that maximize performance."
"Analytics Studio is the most powerful and intuitive reporting and analytics package of any incentive compensation platform in the market," said Grayson Morris, CEO, Performio. "ICM users have always struggled to quickly and easily build their own reports and dashboards to get insights into their sales comp data. Now, business leaders and sales reps alike can effortlessly access that data in order to make informed decisions that drive performance."
About Performio
Performio is the only Incentive Compensation Management provider that drives business performance with a product built to handle complexity, a team delivering world-class service, and a proven track record of long-term global success. Performio's product is used by large global enterprises and growing mid-market companies worldwide such as Abbott Laboratories, Vodafone, Draeger, Johnson & Johnson, Nexstar, Optus, Toll Brothers, Wedbush Securities, and WP Engine. Performio's feature-rich cloud application enables enterprises to automate their sales compensation calculations, provide increased transparency to their sales reps, and adapt to changing market conditions with confidence. For more information, visit www.performio.co.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Performio | https://www.kold.com/prnewswire/2023/02/22/performio-launches-business-intelligence-advanced-reporting-capabilities-with-analytics-studio/ | 2023-02-22 12:41:48 | 1 | https://www.kold.com/prnewswire/2023/02/22/performio-launches-business-intelligence-advanced-reporting-capabilities-with-analytics-studio/ |
Complete Comfort Air & Plumbing HVAC Specialist Jackson Davis answers their most Frequently Asked Questions about HVAC Filters.
- Are all filters the same?
- How often should you change your filter?
- Are filters the only way to treat the air in my home?
To help you get the most out of your HVAC system, Complete Comfort Air & Plumbing offers a 5-star membership where you receive preventative maintenance, discounts on repairs, extended warranties, and priority service when you need it.
The best way to fix heating problems is to prevent them with a bi-annual tune up. This allows a certified technician to clean, inspect, and test the system, allowing you to learn about potential problems before they become serious issues.
Complete Comfort Heating, Air & Plumbing has been serving Central Indiana for the past 20 years. With a 4.9-star rating with almost 500 reviews on Google, they are dedicated to serving their friends and neighbors by empowering them to perform HVAC and plumbing tasks that they don’t need a licensed professional for. If they can help you help yourself first, then they will. Complete Comfort’s phones are always open for questions related to plumbing and HVAC. When you do find yourself in a situation that requires professional assistance, they are happy to support you with their 5-star service. Please visit their website or call their office at (317) 480-1414 to book your $69 Safety Inspection and Tune-Up (regularly $130).
THIS SEGMENT IS SPONSORED BY COMPLETE COMFORT HEATING AIR & PLUMBING | https://www.wishtv.com/lifestylelive/complete-comfort-air-plumbing-faqs-on-hvac-filters/ | 2023-01-26 18:02:14 | 1 | https://www.wishtv.com/lifestylelive/complete-comfort-air-plumbing-faqs-on-hvac-filters/ |
KGW Staff
CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. (KGW) — The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a 78-year-old man who went missing in the woods near Molalla Forest Road over the weekend.
Carroll Donald Parkins of Colton went searching for shed deer and elk antlers Saturday morning and did not return home, according to the sheriff’s office. Family members contacted CCSO just after midnight after finding Parkins’ truck, a silver Toyota Tundra, parked on a gravel pull-out on Molalla Forest Road.
The sheriff’s office launched a search and rescue mission, and teams began their search in the area where Parkins’ truck was found around 5 a.m. on Sunday. The teams have continued to search the area daily. Multiple agencies are involved including Mountain Wave Emergency Communications, Portland Mountain Rescue, Pacific Northwest Search and Rescue, and search teams with the Washington and Multnomah County sheriff’s offices.
CCSO said that Parkins may be wearing brown boots, blue jeans, a black and white plaid shirt, a brown flannel over-shirt, suspenders, and a black baseball cap with orange on the bill.
Anyone who has seen or heard from Parkins since April 22 is asked to CCSO’s non-emergency line at 503-655-8211 or the tipline at 503-723-4949, and reference case number 23-008383.
This is a developing story and it may be updated when more information becomes available.
© 2023 KOBI-TV NBC5. All rights reserved unless otherwise stated. | https://kobi5.com/news/crews-search-for-78-year-old-man-missing-in-woods-near-molalla-207349/ | 2023-04-28 00:04:26 | 0 | https://kobi5.com/news/crews-search-for-78-year-old-man-missing-in-woods-near-molalla-207349/ |
SAN DIEGO, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mirati Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRTX), a clinical-stage targeted oncology company, today announced positive results from the registration-enabling Phase 2 cohort of the KRYSTAL-1 study evaluating adagrasib 600 mg BID in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) harboring the KRASG12C mutation who have received at least one prior systemic therapy. Findings will be presented on June 3 at the 2022 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, as an oral presentation during the "Lung Cancer – Non-Small Cell Metastatic" session from 2:24 to 2:36 PM ET/ 1:24 to 1:36 PM CT (Abstract #9002).
- As of October 15, 2021, 116 patients were enrolled and treated in the study. Of the patients enrolled, 98% had prior treatment with a PD-1/L1 inhibitor following or in combination with chemotherapy. Median follow up was 12.9 months.
- Of the patients evaluable for response (n=112), initial results showed that the objective response rate (ORR) by Blinded Independent Central Review (BICR) was 43%, the disease control rate (DCR) was 80%, the median duration of response (DOR) was 8.5 months (95% confidence interval [CI]: 6.2 – 13.8), and the median progression-free survival (PFS) was 6.5 months (95% CI: 4.7 – 8.4).
- With a January 15, 2022 data cutoff, the median overall survival (OS) was 12.6 months (95% CI: 9.2 – 19.2).
- The safety profile of adagrasib in this study was consistent with prior reports and no new safety signals were observed. The most frequent treatment related adverse events (TRAEs) included gastrointestinal events and fatigue. The majority of TRAEs were Grade 1–2 (53%) with Grade 3–4 TRAEs observed in 43% of patients. Two Grade 5 TRAEs were observed. TRAEs led to discontinuation of therapy in only 7% of patients.
"The positive and encouraging data from this trial further support the scientific rationale for targeting the KRASG12C mutation with adagrasib, which fully and continually inhibits mutant KRASG12C throughout the entire dosing period," says Alexander I. Spira, M.D., Ph.D., FACP, Co-Director, Virginia Cancer Specialists Research Institute. "This important dataset demonstrates positive clinical activity with adagrasib across molecular and clinical subgroups, including patients with treated and stable CNS metastases."
The Company also presented results from an exploratory, retrospective subgroup analysis from the Phase 2 NSCLC cohort of the KRYSTAL-1 study evaluating adagrasib in patients with KRASG12C-mutated NSCLC and stable, previously treated central nervous system (CNS) metastases (n=33). These results showed CNS-specific activity, including a 33% intracranial (IC) ORR by response assessment in neuro-oncology-brain metastases (modified RANO-BM). The IC DCR was 85% (95% CI: 68 – 95).
"The exploratory, retrospective subgroup analysis of adagrasib in patients with stable and previously treated CNS metastases showed intracranial tumor regression," added Dr. Spira. "These data are encouraging and contribute to the rapidly advancing science seeking to better understand how KRASG12C inhibitors like adagrasib can help improve patient outcomes."
In addition to these results, the Company reported updated findings from a pooled analysis in a total of 132 patients from the KRYSTAL-1 study, including the registrational Phase 2 and Phase 1/1b NSCLC cohorts evaluating adagrasib at a dose of 600mg BID.
As of October 15, 2021, results from this pooled analysis showed an ORR of 44% and a disease control rate of 81% based on central independent review. The median DOR was 12.5 months and the median PFS was 6.9 months. With a January 15, 2022 data cutoff, (median duration of follow-up of 15.9 months) the median OS was 14.1 months. The safety and tolerability profile was consistent with the above reported findings for adagrasib in patients with advanced NSCLC. The Company plans to present full results from this pooled analysis at a future medical congress.
"The data from the registrational lung cancer cohort of KRYSTAL-1, including the clinical activity shown in patients with stable, previously treated CNS metastases, further support adagrasib's unique profile," says Charles M. Baum, M.D., Ph.D., president, founder and head of research and development, Mirati Therapeutics, Inc. "Mirati is at the forefront of KRAS research, and we are pleased with the meaningfully positive clinical outcomes patients are experiencing with adagrasib, both in previously treated lung cancer and in other tumor settings."
On June 6, 2022, during an oral presentation at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting, the Company will present new, late-breaking results from the Phase 1b cohort of the KRYSTAL-1 study evaluating adagrasib in active, untreated CNS metastases (Abstract #LBA9009).
The adagrasib New Drug Application is currently being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Accelerated Approval (Subpart H) as a treatment for patients with NSCLC harboring the KRASG12C mutation who have received at least one prior systemic therapy. Adagrasib has also received Breakthrough Therapy Designation status from the FDA for the same indication. The Company has an ongoing confirmatory Phase 3 trial, KRYSTAL-12, evaluating adagrasib versus docetaxel who have been previously treated for metastatic NSCLC with a KRASG12C mutation.
Mirati Therapeutics will host an Investor Event on Monday, June 6, 2022, at 8:00 PM ET/7:00 PM CT.
Company executives will provide an overview of the adagrasib clinical data presented at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting and the Company's broader lung cancer strategy, including in earlier lines of therapy.
Investors and the general public are invited to register and listen to a live webcast of the event through the "Investors and Media" section on Mirati.com. A replay of the event will be available shortly after the conclusion of the event.
The brain, along with the bone, adrenals, and liver are common sites of extra-thoracic metastases in NSCLC.[1]−3 CNS metastases occur in 27−42% of patients with KRASG12C-mutated NSCLC at diagnosis.1,4−6 Additionally, patients with CNS metastases and KRAS-mutated NSCLC may have poor outcomes, with median overall survival (OS) of approximately five months.7-9
Adagrasib is an investigational, highly selective, and potent oral small-molecule inhibitor of KRASG12C that is optimized to sustain target inhibition, an attribute that could be important to treat KRASG12C-mutated cancers, as the KRASG12C protein regenerates every 24–48 hours. Adagrasib is being evaluated as monotherapy and in combination with other anti-cancer therapies in patients with advanced KRASG12C-mutated solid tumors, including NSCLC, colorectal cancer and pancreatic cancer. For more information visit Mirati.com/science.
Mirati has an Expanded Access Program (EAP) for investigational adagrasib for the treatment of eligible patients with KRASG12C-mutated cancers, regardless of tumor type, including patients with treated or untreated CNS metastases, in the U.S. Learn more about the EAP at Mirati.com/expanded-access-policy.
Mirati Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company whose mission is to discover, design and deliver breakthrough therapies to transform the lives of patients with cancer and their loved ones. The company is relentlessly focused on bringing forward therapies that address areas of high unmet medical need, including lung cancer, and advancing a pipeline of novel therapeutics targeting the genetic and immunological drivers of cancer. Unified for patients, Mirati's vision is to unlock the science behind the promise of a life beyond cancer. For more information about Mirati, visit us at Mirati.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding the business of Mirati Therapeutics, Inc. ("Mirati"). Any statement describing Mirati's goals, expectations, financial or other projections, intentions or beliefs, development plans and the commercial potential of Mirati's drug development pipeline, including without limitation adagrasib (selective KRASG12C inhibitor), sitravatinib (TAM receptor inhibitor), MRTX1719 (MTA cooperative PRMT5 inhibitor), MRTX1133 (selective KRAS G12D inhibitor), and MRTX0902 (SOS1 inhibitor), is a forward-looking statement and should be considered an at-risk statement. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, particularly those challenges inherent in the process of discovering, developing and commercialization of new drug products that are safe and effective for use as human therapeutics, and in the endeavor of building a business around such drugs.
Mirati's forward-looking statements also involve assumptions that, if they never materialize or prove correct, could cause its results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Although Mirati's forward-looking statements reflect the good faith judgment of its management, these statements are based only on facts and factors currently known by Mirati. As a result, you are cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements.
These and other risks concerning Mirati's programs are described in additional detail in Mirati's quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and annual reports on Form 10-K, which are on file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") available at the SEC's Internet site (www.sec.gov). These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Mirati assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
1. Lohinai Z, Klickovits T, Moldvay J, et al. KRAS-mutation incidence and prognostic value are metastatic site-specific in lung adenocarcinoma: poor prognosis in patients with KRAS mutation and bone metastasis. Sci Rep. 2017;7:39721.
2. Milovanovic IS, Stjepanovic M, Mitrovic D. Distribution patterns of the metastases of the lung carcinoma in relation to histological type of the primary tumor: an autopsy study. Ann Thorac Med. 2017;12(3):191-198.
3. Wang X, Wang Z, Pan J, et al. Patterns of extrathoracic metastases in different histological types of cancer. Front Oncol. 2020;10:715.
4. Cui W, Franchini F, Alexander M, et al. Real world outcomes in KRAS G12C mutation positive non-small cell lung cancer. Lung Cancer. 2020;146:310-317.
5. Offin M, Feldman D, Ni A, et al. Frequency and outcomes of brain metastases in patients with HER2-mutant lung cancers. Cancer. 2019;125(24):4380-4387.
6. Tomasini P, Serdjebi C, Khobta N, et al. EGFR and KRAS mutations predict the incidence and outcome of brain metastases in non-small cell lung cancer. Int J Mol Sci. 2016;17(12):2132.
7. Cagney DN, Martin AM, Catalano PJ. Incidence and prognosis of patients with brain metastases at diagnosis of systemic malignancy: a population-based study. Neuro Oncol. 2017;19(11):1511-1521.
8. Chi A, Komaki R. Treatment of brain metastasis from lung cancer. Cancers (Basel). 2010;2(4):2100-2137.
9. Mak KS, Gainor JF, Niemierko A, et al. Significance of targeted therapy and genetic alterations in EGFR, ALK, or KRAS on survival in patients with non-small cell lung cancer treated with radiotherapy for brain metastases. Neuro Oncol. 2015;17(2):296-302.
Mirati Contacts
Investor Relations: ir@mirati.com
Media Relations: media@mirati.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Mirati Therapeutics, Inc. | https://www.kswo.com/prnewswire/2022/05/26/investigational-adagrasib-delivers-positive-results-registration-enabling-study-patients-with-krasg12c-mutated-advanced-non-small-cell-lung-cancer/ | 2022-05-26 22:45:21 | 0 | https://www.kswo.com/prnewswire/2022/05/26/investigational-adagrasib-delivers-positive-results-registration-enabling-study-patients-with-krasg12c-mutated-advanced-non-small-cell-lung-cancer/ |
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP)Ben Johnson scored 14 points and Bellarmine cruised to a 61-41 victory over Florida Gulf Coast on Saturday.
Johnson was 6-of-12 shooting with two 3-pointers for the Knights (8-11, 3-3 Atlantic Sun Conference). Juston Betz added 11 points, eight rebounds and seven steals. Alec Pfriem made three 3-pointers and scored 11.
Cyrus Largie led the Eagles (13-6, 3-3) with 11 points and seven rebounds. Caleb Catto also scored 11.
NEXT UP
These two teams both play Thursday. Bellarmine visits Austin Peay while FGCU hosts Jacksonville State.
—
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar. | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/sports/ncaa/johnson-helps-bellarmine-rout-florida-gulf-coast-61-41/ | 2023-01-15 08:10:11 | 0 | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/sports/ncaa/johnson-helps-bellarmine-rout-florida-gulf-coast-61-41/ |
Magnolia Home | James Hardie Collection, curated by Joanna Gaines, makes debut at the 2023 International Builders' Show
James Hardie thanks key partners as it celebrates the milestone of helping protect 10 Million Homes across North America
The company will introduce a new line of products and expanded availability of award-winning Hardie™ Architectural Collection
CHICAGO, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James Hardie Building Products Inc. (James Hardie), the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions, is proud to return to the NAHB International Builders' Show in Las Vegas from January 31 to February 2, 2023.
"As a long-time member of the National Association of Home Builders, we are excited to return to IBS. This annual, highly anticipated event is an opportunity for James Hardie to showcase our newest innovations and demonstrate our leadership and commitment to all segments of the homebuilding industry," said Sean Gadd, President of James Hardie Building Products Inc.
Making its International Builders' Show debut at James Hardie's booth (C4507) will be the Magnolia Home | James Hardie Collection. Long-time fans of Hardie® siding, Magnolia Home founders Chip and Joanna Gaines teamed up with James Hardie to offer this exclusive Collection of exterior products. Curated by Joanna Gaines, the Collection features 16 colors of ColorPlus® Technology finishes in a variety of siding styles and textures to help homeowners transform their exterior design with confidence.
"Our collaboration with Magnolia helps ease the most challenging part of the exterior design journey for homeowners. It can take homeowners months to decide on a color, and having a curated collection from the nation's top home design duo makes that decision easier," Sean Gadd said.
At their booth, James Hardie will also thank key partners for continued support over the years as the company celebrates an industry milestone of Hardie® products helping to protect and beautify 10 million homes across North America. The inventor of modern-day fiber cement, James Hardie has been on a mission to create the most beautiful homes possible with its award-winning, nationally recognized products.
For more than three decades, Hardie® products have elevated the North American building products industry and provided homeowners trusted protection, long-lasting beauty, diverse design options, low maintenance, and uncompromising performance. Plus, only Hardie® siding is Engineered for Climate®, to help provide protection against severe weather. The industry leader's 10 Million Homes1 milestone is evidence of the faith that homeowners, contractors, builders, and architects alike place in Hardie® fiber cement technology.
"This milestone represents James Hardie's dedication to customers, contractors, and homeowners who have made our brand the #1 siding brand in North America. We are grateful to our partners around the country who continue to rely on and trust in Hardie® products. With their support, we were able to make our 10 million homes milestone a reality," Gadd said.
Returning to the James Hardie booth at International Builders' Show this year is the award-winning, recently released Hardie™ Architectural Collection. This innovative solution of Hardie® Architectural Panel, Hardie® Artisan Siding and associated Hardie™ Architectural Trim, combines the trusted durability and long-lasting beauty of Hardie® siding with a variety of distinctive textures and architectural details. Hardie® Architectural Panel – Sea Grass, a hit at last year's International Builders' Show, is now available in markets currently selling the Hardie™ Architectural Collection.
This year, James Hardie introduces the Hardie® Artisan Profile series to the Hardie™ Architectural Collection. This addition allows James Hardie to provide a unique tiered offering to homeowners, contractors, architects, and builders to achieve more contemporary and personalized exterior looks for every home style from traditional to ultra-modern.
For more information and the latest from James Hardie, visit booth C4507 at the International Builders' Show and view press kit materials here. To explore products and more, visit jameshardie.com.
James Hardie Building Products Inc.
James Hardie is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie® products offer long lasting beauty and endless design possibilities with trusted protection and low maintenance. As the #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement building solutions, James Hardie offers siding and accessories for every style. Hardie® products are non-combustible and stand up to weather and time while empowering homeowners and building professionals to achieve the home of their dreams. James Hardie operates with an inclusive company culture, and an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm. The company proudly employs a diverse workforce of over 3,000 employees across operations in North America.
For more information and media resources, visit JamesHardie.com and JamesHardie.com/about-us/media-resources. For investor information, please visit ir.jameshardie.com.au.
Connect with James Hardie on social media:
Linkedin.com/JamesHardie
Instagram.com/JamesHardie
Facebook.com/JamesHardie
Twitter.com/JamesHardie
1 Estimate based on average home size and James Hardie sales data.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE James Hardie Building Products Inc. | https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/30/james-hardie-showcase-new-product-innovations-celebrate-milestone-industry-leadership-nahb-international-builders-show-las-vegas/ | 2023-01-30 19:33:47 | 0 | https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/30/james-hardie-showcase-new-product-innovations-celebrate-milestone-industry-leadership-nahb-international-builders-show-las-vegas/ |
Consistent downpours and swirling winds graced the National Weather Service forecast in the Bay Area yet again on Tuesday in a storm which could bring more wind damage and power outage issues to the region.
After Sunday saw scattered showers and Monday was filled with pockets of blissful sunshine, Tuesday’s conditions could prove to be disruptive through Wednesday morning.
“It’s a good idea to stay indoors if at all possible today and wait for the storm to finish before venturing outside,” NWS meteorologist Rick Canepa said.
Problem is, the storm was expected to be an all day event, according to Canepa. The heaviest rains were predicted for the morning hours, NWS projections showed, with peak time coming between 7-10 a.m. The rainfall was expected to calm slightly in the late morning and continue at what Canepa called “stationary” levels all the way through to Wednesday morning.
In all, San Jose and Oakland were forecast between one-quarter and one-half inch of rain. In San Francisco and Walnut Creek, totals could reach three-quarters of an inch. In the Santa Cruz Mountains, rainfall was expected to clear one-inch and near the two-inch mark. The bulk of those totals were expected before 11 a.m.
“(The rain will) just kind of level off a little bit but it’ll still be so close to home here that we have all day rain in the forecast as well as winds,” Canepa said.
As we continue to adjust the forecast, we are again expanding the High Wind Warning to include the San Mateo Coast, the Santa Cruz Mtns, and all of Santa Cruz Co.
Please be safe, friends.#CAwx https://t.co/Kgd2Jj35yc pic.twitter.com/psOHcQGk9z
— NWS Bay Area 🌉 (@NWSBayArea) March 21, 2023
The NWS issued a wind advisory for most of the Bay Area, spanning anywhere south of the Golden Gate and Richmond bridges. Gusts were predicted to near 50 miles per hour in low-lying areas, creating a hazardous environment in which trees could easily collapse and disrupt power lines.
“It’s not taking as much wind for trees to fall over since the ground is saturated,” Canepa said.
On the coast, Santa Cruz Mountains and Santa Cruz County, the advisory was changed into a high wind warning Tuesday morning. Sustained winds of more than 40 mph were expected with gusts nearing 60 mph.
Coming off of more than 360,000 power outages a week ago, the Pacific Gas and Electric Company was out ahead of Tuesday’s storm, saying in a blog post that the utility was “prepared for this storm.”
“PG&E has a plan and will implement that plan,” the blog read. “In advance of the latest storm, PG&E vegetation management crews are out working to keep trees away from powerlines during the forecasted wet and windy weather to reduce the risk of outages caused by downed trees and other vegetation.”
PG&E meteorology is forecasting a strong weather system to arrive Tuesday (March 21) and will linger into Wednesday resulting in gusty winds, widespread rain, isolated thunderstorms and heavy mountain snow. Customers are urged to prepare.https://t.co/XjjsWAiioW pic.twitter.com/tJkwJwZBlT
— Pacific Gas & Electric (@PGE4Me) March 21, 2023
This is a developing story. Check back for updates. | https://www.chicoer.com/2023/03/21/bay-area-storm-winds-expected-to-gust-near-50-mph-alongside-heavy-rain-tuesday/ | 2023-03-21 15:26:52 | 0 | https://www.chicoer.com/2023/03/21/bay-area-storm-winds-expected-to-gust-near-50-mph-alongside-heavy-rain-tuesday/ |
Lockdown in place for Newberry due to Stabbing
To keep up with the latest local news subscribe to our TV20 newsletter HERE and receive news straight to your email every morning.
ALACHUA COUNTY, Fla. (WCJB) - Alachua county sheriff’s deputies are searching an area in Newberry for a man who is wanted for a stabbing. This took place on Monday morning.
Oakview middle school and Newberry high school are on a secure alert.
This means no one can come on or off their campus due to law enforcement activity in the area.
Residents nearby tell TV20 that they received an automated call to stay inside their homes.
Deputies say the search is centered in the area of 266th St., just north of SR26.
We have a reporter on the scene with more updates to come.
TRENDING STORY: Alachua County’s Cuscowilla Summer Camp is now taking applications.
Copyright 2022 WCJB. All rights reserved. Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. | https://www.wcjb.com/2022/05/23/lockdown-place-newberry-due-stabbing/ | 2022-05-23 17:34:31 | 1 | https://www.wcjb.com/2022/05/23/lockdown-place-newberry-due-stabbing/ |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Haitian politicians are facing U.S. sanctions over allegations they abused their positions to traffic drugs in collaboration with gang networks and directed others to engage in violence.
The Treasury Department said Friday it was imposing sanctions on Haitian Senate President Joseph Lambert and former Sen. Youri Latortue. The two are accused of using their official roles to engage in the drug trade for decades. Lambert was also designated by the State Department for diplomatic sanctions and visa restrictions.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement that “there is credible information of Lambert’s involvement in a gross violation of human rights, namely an extrajudicial killing, during his government tenure.”
He said the State Department is also designating Lambert’s spouse, Jesula Lambert Domond.
The sanctions mean their U.S. property is blocked and American people and companies that do business with them could face penalties as well.
Spokespeople for Lambert and Latortue did not immediately return WhatsApp messages seeking comment on Friday.
The sanctions against Lambert and Latortue come as Haiti is embroiled in political violence and economic crisis.
Last month, Eric Jean Baptiste, a former presidential candidate and leader of a political party in Haiti, was shot to death in the capital, Port-au-Prince, along with his bodyguard. Baptiste's death stunned many in the destabilized island nation.
Brian Nelson, Treasury's under secretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, said Lambert and Latortue “abused their official positions to traffic drugs and collaborated with criminal and gang networks to undermine the rule of law in Haiti.”
“The United States and our international partners," Nelson said, “will continue to take action against those who facilitate drug trafficking, enable corruption and seek to profit from instability in Haiti.”
___
Associated Press writer Danica Coto in San Juan, Puerto Rico, contributed to this story.
___
Follow the AP's coverage of Haiti at https://apnews.com/hub/haiti.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. | https://www.mynews13.com/fl/orlando/ap-top-news/2022/11/04/us-sanctions-haitian-politicians-on-drug-trafficking-claims | 2022-11-04 16:43:48 | 0 | https://www.mynews13.com/fl/orlando/ap-top-news/2022/11/04/us-sanctions-haitian-politicians-on-drug-trafficking-claims |
Competing abortion pill rulings sow broad alarm, confusion
(AP) - Emma Hernandez is defiant even if she fears what may come in the latest stage of the nation’s fight over abortion: a widening prohibition to safe and legal ways to end unwanted pregnancies, including access to abortion pills.
Competing rulings by two federal judges over the availability of the abortion drug mifepristone are sowing alarm and confusion for Hernandez and countless other Americans who insist that availability must be guaranteed. Others celebrated one judge’s ruling that would restrict that access but acknowledge the battle is far from over.
Hernandez’s concerns were heightened Friday when U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, a Trump appointee in Amarillo, Texas, overruled decades of scientific approval and put on hold federal approval of mifepristone, one of two drugs used in combination to end pregnancies. The judge immediately stayed his ruling for a week so federal authorities could file a challenge.
At about the same time in Spokane, Washington, U.S. District Judge Thomas O. Rice, an Obama appointee, directed federal officials not to hinder access to the drug in at least 17 states where Democrats sued to keep the drug’s availability intact. The issue will likely be settled by the U.S. Supreme Court, which last year repealed Roe v. Wade, the 1973 landmark Supreme Court decision that had established a constitutional right to abortions.
“As a person who’s had multiple medication abortions, we know that the medication itself is safe and effective,” said Hernandez, a 30-year-old Texas resident who works for We Testify, an organization that provides an outlet for people to share their stories about abortions.
“These restrictions are intentionally creating confusion and limiting our options to a point where we’re being asked to accept whatever abortion option remains available,” she said Saturday.
Abortion opponents like Rose Mimms, the executive director of Arkansas Right to Life, welcomed the Texas decision.
“That’s really going to put a big dent in the abortion industry across the country, (but) I do expect it will be appealed,” Mimms said.
While some states like hers have sharply curtailed access to abortions, she wants stricter controls over abortion-inducing medications that can be delivered through the mail, even in states where abortion is illegal or severely restricted.
In his ruling, Kacsmaryk noted how some groups are undermining a state’s ability to regulate abortion. He specifically mentioned New York-based Mayday Health, a nonprofit that provides information on how to obtain the medication.
Mayday Health’s executive director, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, urged women to begin stockpiling mifepristone in case it is banned. She said pills can be obtained from international suppliers through the mail.
“You can order them now and keep mifepristone like you would keep Tylenol. It has a shelf life of about two years,” said Lincoln, a Portland, Oregon, obstetrician and gynecologist.
About a million people every month visit the organization’s website. Following the Texas ruling, Lincoln said, the number of visits has become even more brisk.
“We know those numbers will climb when people see that safe healthcare is threatened,” she said.
Renee Bracey Sherman, founder and executive director of We Testify, said she is “frustrated that access to abortion care is hanging on by a thread.”
While mifepristone and misoprostol, another abortion-inducing drug, remain available in the U.S., Sherman calls the court battle and debate over the drugs “a very slippery slope” toward an outright ban on abortion in any form.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said during an interview Saturday on CNN that she would push legislation that would require insurance companies to cover misoprostol, which can be used alone but is more effective when taken with mifepristone.
“We’re also concerned about the next phase,” Hochul said. “We’re trying to figure out all the different ways we can get ahead of this.”
In recent years, abortion foes have won major victories, and they have become more emboldened in their efforts to further erode access to abortions, said Hernandez.
“It’s something that we saw around the bend,” she said. “I do know that we’ve been preparing for these moments and understanding how we can get people to still have access in whatever way is available in their region.”
The growing restrictions could particularly hurt people who don’t have the resources to travel to such places as California and New York to get in-clinic abortions.
Hernandez recalls her first abortion when she was 21. She didn’t want to reveal her pregnancy to anyone; to retain her privacy, she relied on medication to abort her pregnancy. Without access to a car, she would not have had a convenient way to get to a clinic.
“For me it was the best option because it did not require any sort of sedation,” Hernandez said. “And I did not have a support system that could assist me in traveling to and from a clinic for an abortion procedure.”
__________
Calvan reported from New York and Miller from Oklahoma City.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.valleynewslive.com/2023/04/08/competing-abortion-pill-rulings-sow-broad-alarm-confusion/ | 2023-04-08 22:17:54 | 1 | https://www.valleynewslive.com/2023/04/08/competing-abortion-pill-rulings-sow-broad-alarm-confusion/ |
NEW YORK — President Joe Biden is ready to make the case to world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly that Russia's “naked aggression” in Ukraine is an affront to the heart of what the international body stands for as he looks to rally allies to stand firm in backing the Ukrainian resistance.
Biden, during his time at the U.N. General Assembly, also planned to meet Wednesday with new British Prime Minister Liz Truss, announce a global food security initiative and press allies to meet an $18 billion target to replenish the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.
But White House officials say the crux of the president's visit to the U.N. this year would be a full-throated condemnation of Russia as its brutal war nears the seven-month mark.
OTHER NEWS: Another big interest rate hike expected today
“He’ll offer a firm rebuke of Russia’s unjust war in Ukraine and make a call to the world to continue to stand against the naked aggression that we’ve seen these past several months,” White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said in previewing the president's address. “He will underscore the importance of strengthening the United Nations and reaffirm core tenets of its charter at a time when a permanent member of the Security Council has struck at the very heart of the charter by challenging the principle of territorial integrity and sovereignty.”
The address comes as Russian-controlled regions of eastern and southern Ukraine have announced plans to hold Kremlin-backed referendums in days ahead on becoming part of Russia and as Moscow is losing ground in the invasion. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday announced a partial mobilization to call up 300,000 reservists and accused the West of engaging in “nuclear blackmail.”
Biden is confronting no shortage of difficult issues as leaders gather this year.
In addition to the Russian war in Ukraine, European fears that a recession could be just around the corner are heightened. Administration concerns grow by the day that time is running short to revive the Iran nuclear deal and over China's saber-rattling on Taiwan.
When he addressed last year’s General Assembly, Biden focused on broad themes of global partnership, urging world leaders to act with haste against the coronavirus, climate change and human rights abuses. And he offered assurances that his presidency marked a return of American leadership to international institutions following Donald Trump’s “America First” foreign policy.
But one year later, global dynamics have dramatically changed.
Stewart Patrick, senior fellow and director of the Global Order and Institutions Program at the Washington think tank Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, wrote in an analysis that Biden’s task this year is “immense” compared to his first address to the U.N. as president.
“Last year, the U.S. leader won easy plaudits as the ‘anti-Trump,’ pledging that ‘America was back,’” Patrick said. “This year demands more. The liberal, rules-based international system is reeling, battered by Russian aggression, Chinese ambitions, authoritarian assaults, a halting pandemic recovery, quickening climate change, skepticism of the U.N.’s relevance, and gnawing doubts about American staying power.”
Beyond diplomacy, the president is also doing some politicking. This year's gathering comes less than seven weeks before pivotal midterm elections in the United States. Shortly after arriving in Manhattan on Tuesday night, Biden spoke at a Democratic National Committee fundraiser for about 100 participants that raised nearly $2 million, and he's set to hold another fundraiser on Thursday before heading back to Washington.
His Wednesday address comes on the heels of Ukrainian forces retaking control of large stretches of territory near Kharkiv. But even as Ukrainian forces have racked up battlefield wins, much of Europe is feeling painful blowback from economic sanctions levied against Russia. A vast reduction in Russian oil and gas has led to a sharp jump in energy prices, skyrocketing inflation and growing risk of Europe slipping into a recession.
Biden's visit to the U.N. also comes as his administration's efforts to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal appears stalled.
The deal brokered by the Obama administration — and scrapped by Trump in 2018 — provided billions of dollars in sanctions relief in exchange for Iran’s agreement to dismantle much of its nuclear program and open its facilities to extensive international inspection.
Sullivan said no breakthrough with Iran is expected during the General Assembly but Biden would make clear in his speech that a deal can still be done "if Iran is prepared to be serious about its obligations." He added that administration officials would be consulting with fellow signatories of the 2015 deal on the sidelines of this week's meetings.
This year's U.N. gathering is back to being a full-scale, in-person event after two years of curtailed activity due to the pandemic. In 2020, the in-person gathering was canceled and leaders instead delivered prerecorded speeches; last year was a mix of in-person and prerecorded speeches. Biden and first lady Jill Biden were set to host a leaders' reception on Wednesday evening.
China's President Xi Jinping opted not to attend this year's U.N. gathering, but his country's conduct and intentions will loom large during the leaders' talks.
Last month, the U.N. human rights office raised concerns about possible “crimes against humanity” in China's western region against Uyghurs and other largely Muslim ethnic groups. Beijing has vowed to suspend cooperation with the office and blasted what it described as a Western plot to undermine China’s rise.
Meanwhile, China’s government on Monday said Biden’s statement in a CBS “60 Minutes” interview that American forces would defend Taiwan if Beijing tried to invade the self-ruled island was a violation of U.S. commitments on the matter, but it gave no indication of possible retaliation.
The White House said after the interview that there has been no change in U.S. policy on Taiwan, which China claims as its own. That policy says Washington wants to see Taiwan’s status resolved peacefully but doesn’t say whether U.S. forces might be sent in response to a Chinese attack. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/nation-world/biden-united-nations/507-1dee0d1b-99c4-4a98-b4e3-4d0dcdb4841f | 2022-09-21 15:31:48 | 0 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/nation-world/biden-united-nations/507-1dee0d1b-99c4-4a98-b4e3-4d0dcdb4841f |
TREVOSE, Pa., Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lannett Company, Inc. (NYSE: LCI) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a 1-for-4 reverse stock split of its issued and outstanding shares of common stock, effective at 5 p.m. Eastern Time on February 6, 2023. Beginning February 7, 2023, the company's common stock will trade on a split-adjusted basis. The common stock will continue to trade on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol "LCI," but will trade under the new CUSIP number 516012 200. The reverse stock split was approved by Lannett Company's stockholders at the company's Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on January 25, 2023.
Upon the effectiveness of the reverse stock split, every four shares of the company's issued and outstanding common stock will automatically be converted into one share of common stock. The company's authorized shares of common stock, outstanding warrants, equity-based awards and convertible notes will be proportionately adjusted. No fractional shares will be issued in connection with the reverse stock split. Following the completion of the reverse stock split, Lannett's transfer agent will aggregate all fractional shares that otherwise would have been issued as a result of the reverse stock split and those shares will be sold into the market. Stockholders who would otherwise hold a fractional share of Lannett common stock will receive a cash payment from the proceeds of that sale in lieu of such fractional share.
Additional information about the reverse stock split can be found in Lannett Company's definitive proxy statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on November 29, 2022.
About Lannett Company, Inc.:
Lannett Company, founded in 1942, develops, manufactures, packages, markets and distributes generic pharmaceutical products for a wide range of medical indications. For more information, visit the company's website at www.lannett.com.
This news release contains certain statements of a forward-looking nature relating to future events or future business performance. Any such statement, including, but not limited to, the impact of the reverse stock split on the price and trading market for the company's common stock; the company's ability to regain and maintain compliance with the continued listing standards of the NYSE, whether expressed or implied, is subject to market and other conditions, and subject to risks and uncertainties which can cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors which include, but are not limited to, the recent significant rise in the number of Covid cases in China as well as the risk factors discussed in the Company's Form 10-K and other documents filed with the SEC from time to time, including the prospectus supplement related to the proposed offering to be filed with the SEC. These forward-looking statements represent the Company's judgment as of the date of this news release. The Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
Contact:
Robert Jaffe
Robert Jaffe Co., LLC
(424) 288-4098
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Lannett Company, Inc. | https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/25/lannett-announces-1-4-reverse-stock-split/ | 2023-01-25 22:19:29 | 1 | https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/25/lannett-announces-1-4-reverse-stock-split/ |
WASHINGTON (AP) — When an Iranian drone struck a U.S. base in northeastern Syria, killing a contractor and wounding several U.S. troops, it was just the latest in a growing number of attacks on American forces in Syria. But its lethality was rare. In most recent cases, no U.S. forces have been hurt in such attacks.
The strike on Thursday — by a small, suicide drone — set off a series of retaliatory bombings, and the top U.S. commander for the Middle East, Gen. Erik Kurilla, quickly warned that the U.S. was prepared to launch more attacks if needed.
American troops have been in Syria since 2015, but the latest casualties highlight what has been a consistent, but often quiet, U.S. counterterrorism mission, aimed at countering Iranian-backed militias and preventing the resurgence of the Islamic State group.
A look at the U.S. troop presence in Syria.
IT ALL BEGAN WITH THE ISLAMIC STATE GROUP
On any given day there are at least 900 U.S. forces in Syria, along with an undisclosed number of contractors. U.S. special operations forces also move in and out of the country, but are usually in small teams and are not included in the official count.
They are trying to prevent any comeback by the Islamic State group, which swept through Iraq and Syria in 2014, taking control of large swaths of territory.
For years, the U.S. and its coalition allies battled IS in Iraq and Syria, partnering with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. By 2019, the U.S. declared the Islamic State caliphate destroyed, but remnants of the group remain a threat, including about 10,000 fighters held in detention facilities in Syria and tens of thousands of their family members living in refugee camps.
U.S. forces advise and assist the SDF, including in securing the detention facilities, and they also conduct counterterror missions against the Islamic State group and other al-Qaida-affiliated militants, and carry out strikes on Iran-backed militias that have attacked U.S. facilities.
Russia, an ally of the Syrian government, is also active in the country, but Washington and Moscow have used a deconfliction phone line in an effort to avoid conflict there.
IRAN IS ANOTHER REASON THE U.S. REMAINS IN SYRIA
Tehran’s political influence and militia strength throughout the region have created a security concern for the U.S. Since the defeat of the Islamic State group, Iran-backed fighters have expanded their influence in the region.
The presence of American forces in Syria makes it more difficult for Iran to move weapons into Lebanon, for use by its proxies, including the Lebanese Hezbollah, against Israel.
For example, the al-Tanf garrison in southeastern Syria is located on a vital road that can link Iranian-backed forces from Tehran all the way to southern Lebanon — and Israel’s doorstep. So troops at the U.S. garrison can disrupt what could be an uncontested land bridge for Iran to the eastern Mediterranean.
The oil-rich Deir el-Zour province in eastern Syria, where some of the latest U.S. strikes hit, sits along that strategic route. Syrian government forces and allied Iran-backed groups are deployed on the west bank of the Euphrates River in Deir el-Zour, while American troops support their allies, the SDF, largely along the east bank.
WHAT HAPPENED IN THE LATEST ATTACK?
A small suicide — sometimes called a kamikazi — drone flew low over fencing into the base and struck a maintenance facility where U.S. troops and contractors were working. It did not fire a weapon, but exploded when it hit.
One American contractor was killed, and five U.S. service members and another contractor were wounded. One service member returned to duty and the other wounded taken out of Syria for medical treatment. Contractors often are used to help with maintenance and logistical support.
U.S. officials blame Iran, pointing to remnants of the drone, multiple intelligence threat streams and the fact that the attack was so similar to previous ones by the militants. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss military operations.
In retaliation, U.S. F-15 fighter jets from al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar struck locations near Deir el-Zour, targeting the Iran-backed militias believed responsible for the attack. The number of reported casualties varied, and the U.S. would not confirm any numbers.
In an apparent response to those U.S. airstrikes, 10 rockets were fired Friday at a U.S. base known as Green Village. No one was injured. Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder, the Pentagon press secretary, said the rockets were fired by groups affiliated with Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps, but he stopped short of blaming Tehran for the U.S. deaths and injuries.
AREN’T U.S. TROOPS PROTECTED?
The U.S. maintains security at all of its bases but steadfastly declines to provide much detail. Reporters traveling in Syria, including from The Associated Press, have frequently seen a range of security measures, ranging from fencing and other barricades to more high-tech radars and other sensors.
Asked about information that one of the radars at the base was not working, Ryder said there was not a total gap in radar capabilities: “There was a complete sight picture in terms of radar.”
But Iranian drones represent a serious — and expanding — threat in Syria. Kurilla told Congress that Tehran is building increasingly sophisticated drones, and now has an arsenal that ranges from small, short-range systems “to long-range one-way attack platforms.”
Iran has also provided drones to Russia for use in its ongoing war in Ukraine.
PREVIOUS SKIRMISHES
One of the deadliest flare-ups between the U.S. and Iran-backed groups occurred in December 2019, when U.S. military strikes in Iraq and Syria killed 25 fighters and wounded others from the Iran-backed Kataeb Hezbollah Iraqi militia. The U.S. said the strike was in retaliation for the killing of an American contractor in a rocket attack on an Iraqi military base that it blamed on the group.
In August 2022, the U.S. carried out strikes targeting Iran-backed militias in Deir el-Zour province. The Pentagon said the attacks were meant to send a message to Iran, which the U.S. blamed for a number of drone attacks, including one that targeted the al-Tanf garrison. That base was also hit in January, when three suicide drones struck, wounding two Syrian opposition fighters. The U.S. again said Iran-backed groups were responsible.
Israel has also struck Iranian targets in eastern Syria, although it rarely claims responsibility. In November 2022, airstrikes targeted tanker trucks that crossed from Iraq into eastern Syria. The convoy was reportedly carrying fuel and weapons to militias in Deir el-Zour. The U.S. denied involvement, and an Israeli military official later strongly suggested that Israel was behind the strike. ___
Associated Press writers Bassem Mroue, Kareem Chehayeb and Abby Sewell in Beirut and Tara Copp in Washington contributed to this report. | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/a-look-at-the-us-military-mission-in-syria-and-its-dangers/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2023-03-24 23:53:38 | 1 | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/a-look-at-the-us-military-mission-in-syria-and-its-dangers/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria will deploy more than 400,000 security personnel ahead of the presidential election next week amid fears that Islamic extremists or secessionists could try to disrupt the vote.
The security forces also will be on hand in case of violent protests, Usman Baba, Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, told reporters.
“The Nigeria police with the support of other security agencies have perfected plans to deploy in a coordinated and collaborative manner,” he said.
The West African nation is set to elect a new president as it is confronted by a myriad of security problems: an Islamic extremist insurgency linked to the Islamic State group in the northeast, armed rebels in the northwest, and secessionists in the southeast.
The security challenges bring a “critical, serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy,” according to Bulama Bukarti, a senior fellow with the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change.
“The non-state armed groups are going to do whatever they can do — using every arm in their arsenal — to see that Nigeria’s election gets disrupted,” Bukarti said.
At least two security operatives will guard each of the more than 175,000 polling stations across the country’s 36 states, Nigeria’s police chief said.
In southeastern Nigeria, a series of attacks already have targeted dozens of election commission offices and security posts, raising fears that voters will be afraid to cast their ballots on election day. The southeast region is home to a separatist movement blamed for the recent violence.
“We have made adequate arrangements to mark our presence in those areas in a lot of ways,” said police chief Baba, adding that more officers are being deployed there and that tents will be used in place of the destroyed offices.
Nigeria’s security forces are also anticipating post-election violence once results are announced.
“We are prepared to confront any situation that will need special intervention,” he said.
The police chief also expressed concerns about the ongoing shortage of cash and petrol in many Nigerian states. There already have been violent protests and attacks on banks, and the situation could mean more work for already overstretched security forces, he said. | https://www.wivb.com/news/ap-nigeria-police-deploy-for-security-before-presidential-vote/ | 2023-02-17 17:10:11 | 1 | https://www.wivb.com/news/ap-nigeria-police-deploy-for-security-before-presidential-vote/ |
For those who consider the Miami Heat to have an older roster, with Kyle Lowry 36 and Jimmy Butler having turned 33 two weeks ago, Butler takes exception.
Instead, he said he believes he is in his prime.
“I think so. I’m comfortable,” he said, with the Heat continuing training camp at the Baha Mar resort. “Like, I’ve got a group around me that allow me to just not worry about nothing on any given day.
“I’m fortunate I got shooters. We got defenders around me. We’ve got also some really good players that can put the ball in the basket.”
But he also added for the doubters, now that he is 13 seasons in, “So prime or not, I think we can do something special.”
That, he said, keeps him from sweating the small stuff, including coming in at No. 17 in ESPN’s latest annual NBA ratings, behind players such as Trae Young, Paul George, Damian Lillard and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Asked if the ranking was reasonable, Butler said, “Probably so. There’s probably about 25 of ‘em. So I get in where I fit in. I’m not worried about it. Seventeen, that’s a good number for me. From where I come from, 17? I’ll take it.”
In many ways, it is as if Butler has taken to the relaxed vibe of this time on New Providence.
“Right now, it’s about getting back in a groove, in a rhythm and having fun,” he said of this five-day camp being conducted on makeshift courts in a convention-center ballroom. “I think these first couple of days are about having fun, getting around the guys and the basketball stuff.”
Because, Butler said, the Heat enter aware of what – and who – matters, including however coach Erik Spoelstra chooses to round out the starting lineup beyond himself, Bam Adebayo and Kyle Lowry.
“It’s all about helping the team, who’s going to be the least selfish,” he said of the open competition for the remaining starting roles. “I’m not saying anybody’s selfish, but you gotta understand where the ball’s got to go.
“Bam has to get the ball. I have to get the ball. Kyle’s going to have the ball. And those other two spots, get in where you fit in.”
With those comments coming while reiterating his media-day preference of not having to play power forward, a vacant starting role that came open with P.J. Tucker’s free-agency move to the Philadelphia 76ers.
“There’s like five competing for the four, so they can all five, all four beat me out so I don’t have to play the four. That’s my hope,” he said of competition that seemingly includes Caleb Martin, Haywood Highsmith and perhaps Max Strus and Omer Yurtseven. “We have some guys, they should be thinking, ‘This is my spot. I deserve to start.’ But if you think you deserve to start, you’re going to have to go out there and prove it.”
Minor details
Former Heat forward Kasib Powell will return for a second season as coach of the team’s G League affiliate, the Sioux Falls Skyforce.
The Heat also announced that Ronald Allen, a former Powell teammate with the Skyforce, will serve as a Sioux Falls assistant coach, after holding a similar role last season with the Utah Jazz’s G League affiliate.
The Skyforce staff is assisting the Heat during training camp, with Heat camp prospects Jamaree Bouya, Jamal Cain, Orlando Robinson and Dru Smith expected to move on to the Skyforce after the preseason.
()
Join the Conversation
We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful, threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, indecent or otherwise objectionable to us, and to disclose any information necessary to satisfy the law, regulation, or government request. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions. | https://www.bostonherald.com/2022/09/28/heats-jimmy-butler-at-33-says-he-is-in-his-prime/ | 2022-09-28 15:00:52 | 0 | https://www.bostonherald.com/2022/09/28/heats-jimmy-butler-at-33-says-he-is-in-his-prime/ |
NEW YORK , May 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds sellers of the common stock of Twitter, Inc. (NYSE: TWTR) between March 24, 2022 and April 1, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important June 13, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you sold Twitter securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Twitter class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5134 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 13, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla and Space-X, and according to Forbes, the richest person in the world, began acquiring shares of Twitter in January 2022. By March 14, 2022, Musk had acquired more than a 5% ownership stake in Twitter, requiring him to file a Schedule 13 with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") within 10 days, or March 24, 2022. However, Musk did not file a Schedule 13 with the SEC within the required time and instead continued to amass Twitter shares, eventually acquiring over a 9% stake in the Company before finally filing a Schedule 13 on April 4, 2022.
Upon Musk belatedly filing the required Schedule 13, which first revealed his ownership stake in Twitter to the public, the Company's shares rose from a closing price of $39.31 per share on April 1, 2022, to close at $49.97 per share on April 4, 2022 – an increase of 27%.
Investors who sold shares of Twitter between March 24, 2022 and April 4, 2022 missed the resulting share price increase as the market reacted to Musk's purchases. By failing to timely disclose his ownership stake, Musk was able to acquire shares of Twitter less expensively during the Class Period.
To join the Twitter class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5134 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/.
Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Contact Information:
Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-1060
Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
Fax: (212) 202-3827
lrosen@rosenlegal.com
pkim@rosenlegal.com
cases@rosenlegal.com
www.rosenlegal.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Rosen Law Firm, P.A. | https://www.ktre.com/prnewswire/2022/05/15/rosen-leading-top-ranked-law-firm-encourages-twitter-inc-investors-with-losses-over-100k-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-securities-class-action-against-elon-musk-twtr/ | 2022-05-15 23:27:31 | 1 | https://www.ktre.com/prnewswire/2022/05/15/rosen-leading-top-ranked-law-firm-encourages-twitter-inc-investors-with-losses-over-100k-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-securities-class-action-against-elon-musk-twtr/ |
A winning ticket has been sold in California for the Powerball jackpot worth an estimated $1.08 billion, the sixth largest in U.S. history and the 3rd largest in the history of the game.
The winning numbers for Wednesday night's drawing were: white balls 7, 10, 11, 13, 24 and red Powerball 24. The California Lottery said on Twitter that the winning ticket was sold in Los Angeles at Las Palmitas Mini Market.
Final ticket sales pushed the jackpot beyond its earlier estimate of $1 billion to $1.08 billion at the time of the drawing, moving it from the seventh largest to the sixth largest U.S lottery jackpot ever won.
The winner can choose either the total jackpot paid out in yearly increments or a $558.1 million, one-time lump sum before taxes.
The game's abysmal odds of 1 in 292.2 million are designed to build big prizes that draw more players. The largest Powerball jackpot was $2.04 billion Powerball in November.
The last time someone had won the Powerball jackpot was April 19 for a top prize of nearly $253 million. Since then, no one had won the grand prize.
Powerball is played in 45 states, as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/news-from-npr/news-from-npr/2023-07-20/the-winning-powerball-ticket-worth-1-billion-has-been-sold-in-california | 2023-07-20 06:22:02 | 0 | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/news-from-npr/news-from-npr/2023-07-20/the-winning-powerball-ticket-worth-1-billion-has-been-sold-in-california |
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
6-5-4-3, FIREBALL: 8
(six, five, four, three; FIREBALL: eight)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
6-5-4-3, FIREBALL: 8
(six, five, four, three; FIREBALL: eight) | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-4-Evening-game-17575800.php | 2022-11-11 01:24:06 | 0 | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-4-Evening-game-17575800.php |
CAIRO (AP) — Three children and one woman have been critically injured in a land mine explosion in Yemen, according to medical officials.
In a statement, Doctors Without Borders, or MSF, said the mine detonated Thursday when one of the children began playing with the device, which also injured three others nearby.
The group did not reveal the location of the explosion. It said the four casualties arrived at a hospital in the besieged city of Taiz and were transferred to other health facilities.
Land mines have been laid in Yemen since the 1960s. However, since the outbreak of war in 2014 there has been an uptick in their use. According to Yemeni Landmine Records, a group that documents land mine casualties, 32 people in Yemen were killed by land mines and other unexploded ordinances last month.
Yemen’s ruinous civil war began after Iranian backed-Houthi rebels swept down from the northern mountains and seized the capital Sanaa along with much of the north of the country, ousting the internationally recognized government. Saudi Arabia entered the war in 2015, on the side of Yemen’s exiled government.
Houthi rebels have widely used land mines. The U.S.-based Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project said Houthi land mines killed at least 122 people between 2016 and 2018.
“Due to the difficulty of obtaining accurate estimates, these figures are likely to make up a fraction of all mine detonations involving civilians in Yemen,” ACLED said in a 2018 report.
Waves of Saudi-led airstrikes have also been accused of killing thousands of civilians, striking markets, hospitals and weddings during the eight-year conflict.
Now entering its 9th year, the conflict has since turned into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises and killed over 150,000 people. | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/ap-international/ap-medical-group-says-4-injured-in-yemeni-land-mine-blast/ | 2023-02-03 16:52:13 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/ap-international/ap-medical-group-says-4-injured-in-yemeni-land-mine-blast/ |
BOISE, Idaho — It's been 17 days since four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death in a home near campus. Police still do not have a suspect – or suspects – or a murder weapon.
Investigators say the victims – Ethan Chapin, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Kaylee Goncalves – were all likely asleep when they were attacked. They say some had defensive wounds, according to the coroner's report.
Now, students in communities across the state are gathering to honor the lives of the four students.
Classes resumed Monday in Moscow, but some students chose not to return to campus and to complete classes online until the end of the semester. However, the university will be holding a vigil to honor the victims Wednesday at the Kibbie Dome at 5 p.m. PT/6 p.m. MT.
On Tuesday, Idaho State Police Communications Director Aaron Snell told KTVB they are making "substantial progress" in the case as they continue to go through evidence and leads.
They have received more than 1,000 tips and more than 260 videos as of Tuesday.
While Moscow Police have been updating people on Facebook and through press releases everyday, there have not been any major updates in the case over the past week.
Flowers, photos and candles outside 1122 King Road currently serve as a tribute, and a dark reminder, of what happened to the four beautiful young souls.
Renee Weiss and her family live directly across from the home in Moscow where the four University of Idaho students were murdered early in the morning on Nov. 13.
"We are Vandals," Weiss said. "We are with the Vandal family. We understand all of the unrest and we understand all of the frustration and the pain and the hurt.... This is home."
Weiss gave law enforcement all the information she could, as she was home on Nov. 13.
"I was home apparently during the situation, but I didn't hear anything," Weiss said. "I was actually breastfeeding, but it was quiet and I was exhausted, so I could have very easily missed something."
Although police still have not caught whoever committed these crimes, Weiss feel safe, as she takes extra precautions – like locking her doors now – and sees law enforcement posted at the home.
"When all this happened, we were one of the very few families that stayed," Weiss said. "Yes, that sense of security may not be there, but I don't have to be like 'we have to move tomorrow.'"
Two trucks were seen towing five vehicles Tuesday afternoon from the crime scene in front of the home on King Road to a "more secure long-term storage location", Snell said. Authorities will collect any evidence and conduct testing that needs to be done.
Snell says authorities are not identifying whom the cars belong to.
"Most of our evidence collection has been completed. As we find other tips or leads that lead us in a different direction, we will collect more evidence," Snell said. "If there is something to collect, we will most definitely collect that. A perfect example is the five vehicles. We're moving them to another location. If there is any evidence we want or need from those, then that's where we'll grab it from there."
Snell said detectives are now in the stage of analyzing processed evidence in the case and piecing together information to paint a clearer picture of what happened. He says detectives are trying to "rebuild what occurred" leading up to - and during - the crime because they do not have a suspect or murder weapon.
Authorities have updated a timeline in recent days that shows Kaylee and Madison were together at the Corner Club on Main Street in downtown Moscow, then went to a food truck. They got home around 1:56 a.m.
Xana and Ethan were at the Sigma Chi fraternity house down the street from the home on King Road. Investigators said they got home around 1:45 a.m.
"The night at the fraternity house there are some gaps in the timeline and coverage. If anybody has any information about that, we’d like to know," Snell said.
Detectives believe the two surviving roommates were out that night as well, and got home around 1 a.m. an
Later on the morning of Nov. 13, the roommates asked friends to come over because they believed one of the second-floor victims passed out. Friends called 911 about an "unconscious person" from one of the roommates' phones around noon.
When police arrived, they found two victims stabbed to death multiple times on the second floor, and two on the third floor.
Snell won't say yet who was found on what floor, where exactly they were found, or which victim was stabbed first.
Detectives are looking for any and all surveillance video from 3 a.m. to 6 a.m. on Sunday Nov. 13 from businesses and homes in this geographical area: West Taylor Ave. to the north, West Palouse River Dr. to the south, Highway 95 south to the 2700 block of Highway 95 S to the east, and the Arboretum & Botanical Garden to the west.
They also want more tips and any video of anything "out of the ordinary" on the night of Nov. 12 and overnight to Nov. 13 while the victims were out.
"Additionally, we know there’s probably some students who may have been involved in activities their parents may not have been super excited about them being involved in. We’re not looking to prosecute and go after kids for those activities they were doing," Snell told KTVB, "We really want videos and pictures from the night of that might help us get a better picture of maybe who was there and who wasn’t there, those types of ideas."
When asked if he believes authorities will in fact catch the person or people responsible for these murders, Snell said: "We are making substantial progress in this case. We are continuing to move forward. We have so many assets and resources that are working behind the scenes that people just don't know about."
Police are challenged, trying to debunk all the misinformation spreading.
"This is a criminal investigation, so we can't throw all of our cards on the table and tell everybody everything we have," Snell said. "So, it does cause for some conflict and some anger and some disillusionment about 'are we working the case,' and a lot of speculation comes up in the void of information being provided."
Speculation that Weiss feels stokes more fear and does a disserve to the victims, their families and the community of Moscow.
"Reminding people this isn't a rumor mill, not some episode of a criminal show that's going to be over in an hour," Weiss said. "There's a lot of evidence still being processed, tips still coming in."
FBI Behavioral Analysis Units (BAUs) are helping detectives try to solve this crime.
KTVB asked if they would release a suspect profile, but Snell said not at this time because it is pertinent to investigation.
Anyone with information is urged to call the Moscow Police tip line at 208-883-7180 or email tipline@ci.moscow.id.us.
Watch more Local News:
See the latest news from around the Treasure Valley and the Gem State in our YouTube playlist: | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/crime/police-move-five-vehicles-from-crime-scene-where-university-of-idaho-students-killed/277-1b34b0a9-cd56-4388-a4cc-b90e11afba08 | 2022-11-30 08:29:32 | 1 | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/crime/police-move-five-vehicles-from-crime-scene-where-university-of-idaho-students-killed/277-1b34b0a9-cd56-4388-a4cc-b90e11afba08 |
Kathy Whitworth, the winningest golfer in history, dies at 83
By Jacob Lev, CNN
Kathy Whitworth, the winningest golfer in history, has died at the age of 83, the Ladies Professional Golf Association announced on Sunday.
Whitworth died suddenly Saturday night while celebrating Christmas Eve with family and friends, her longtime partner Bettye Odle said.
“Kathy left this world the way she lived her life, loving, laughing and creating memories,” Odle said in a statement.
Odle did not disclose any details on the cause of death.
Whitworth is considered one of the greatest golfers of all time. She had 88 wins on the LPGA Tour which include six LPGA major championships. Her 88 wins are six more than Sam Snead and Tiger Woods, who hold the record for the men’s game.
In 1981, Whitworth became the first LPGA golfer to earn $1 million in career earnings. A year later, she was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame.
“Kathy was a champion in the truest sense of the word, both on the golf course and off. In the short time I spent with Kathy, I was truly blown away by her and her approach to the game and to life,” LPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan added in the statement.
“Her strength, insightfulness and vibrancy were obvious from the minute you met her! She inspired me as a young girl and now as the commissioner and I know she did the same for so many others. We all mourn with Bettye, her family and the entire golf world.”
The-CNN-Wire
™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved. | https://kion546.com/sports/cnn-sports/2022/12/25/kathy-whitworth-the-winningest-golfer-in-history-dies-at-83/ | 2022-12-26 02:18:14 | 0 | https://kion546.com/sports/cnn-sports/2022/12/25/kathy-whitworth-the-winningest-golfer-in-history-dies-at-83/ |
(The Hill) – A member of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) asked Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores over concerns about data harvesting.
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr, who was appointed by former President Trump, said the app poses national security threats, adding to the growing backlash from Republicans after BuzzFeed reported earlier this month that employees of TikTok’s parent company in China have access to private data on U.S. users.
In letters to Apple and Google, shared by Carr on Tuesday, he said TikTok’s “pattern of conduct and misrepresentation regarding the unfettered access that persons in Beijing have to sensitive U.S. user data” puts the app “out of compliance” with the companies’ app store policies.
“Therefore, I am requesting that you apply the plain text of your app store policies to TikTok and remove it from your app stores for failure to abide by those terms,” he wrote.
Spokespeople for Apple, Google and TikTok did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
After BuzzFeed’s report was published, TikTok announced it had moved data on users located in the U.S. to Oracle’s cloud platform. Backups of U.S. user data will be stored in TikTok’s servers in Virginia and Singapore before being deleted as data is switched to Oracle’s platform.
Carr said TikTok’s announcement that it was moving U.S. user data to Oracle servers doesn’t address the concerns raised in his letter, since the company has “long claimed” its U.S. user data has been stored on servers in the U.S. “and yet those representations provided no protection against data being accessed from Beijing.”
Earlier this week a group of Senate Republicans sent a letter to the Biden administration over national security concerns they said are raised by TikTok. The GOP senators said the administration is failing to address those concerns. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/fcc-commissioner-urges-google-apple-to-drop-tiktok-app/ | 2022-06-29 17:51:00 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/fcc-commissioner-urges-google-apple-to-drop-tiktok-app/ |
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard set franchise and career highs with 71 points — tied for the most in the NBA this season — and 13 3-pointers and the Portland Trail Blazers snapped a two-game skid with a 131-114 victory over the Houston Rockets on Sunday night.
Lillard tied Cleveland's Donovan Mitchell for the most points in a game this season after Mitchell also scored 71 in a win over Chicago on Jan. 2. Lillard broke his own franchise mark of 61 points, which he’d done twice, on a 3-pointer with 4:42 left that also topped his career record for 3s in a game with 11.
Lillard's 13 3-pointers were one shy of the NBA record set by Golden State's Klay Thompson in 2018. Thompson's Warriors teammate Stephen Curry (2016) and Chicago's Zach LaVine (2019) also made 13 3s.
In the final minutes, the crowd at the Moda Center was on its feet, phones recording the moment, while chanting “MVP! MVP!"
Lillard left the game with 44 seconds left, tied with Mitchell, Elgin Baylor (1960) and David Robinson (1994) for the eighth-most points scored in a game in NBA history. Wilt Chamberlain owns the league record with 100 for Philadelphia against New York on March 2, 1962, at Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Lillard had 41 points and eight 3-pointers by halftime. It was a career high in a half for Lillard and the most points in a half for any player in the league this season. He had 50 by the start of the fourth quarter.
Jerami Grant added 13 points for the Blazers, who led by as many as 23. Portland is part of a cluster of eight Western Conference just four wins apart that are vying for playoff spots.
Alperen Sengun had 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Rockets, sitting in last place in the Western Conference with just 13 overall wins and nine straight losses.
Houston trailed 102-88 heading into the final quarter, but scored the first six points of the period to close the gap to 102-94. Grant’s 3-pointer for Portland extended the margin to 108-98.
Lillard’s 3, his 11th of the night to tie his career high, made it 113-103 with 6:43 left. He added a driving layup and a free throw. Houston could not catch up.
Lillard started after resting for Thursday night’s 133-116 loss to Sacramento. He participated in the NBA All-Star Game and won the 3-point contest the previous weekend.
But Portland remained without center Jusuf Nurkic (left calf) and guard Anfernee Simons (right ankle).
The Blazers had a 31-30 lead after one quarter, led by Lillard's 16. Portland extended the lead to 50-39 after Lillard went on a personal 9-2 run against the Rockets, capped by a 3-pointer from 35 feet out.
The Blazers led 73-58 at the break with Lillard the 10th player since the 1996-97 season with 40-plus points in a half.
Lillard has 15 games with 50 or more points, sixth-most in NBA history.
SIDELINED
Guards Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. did not play, although Rockets coach Stephen Silas said both should be available for the team’s short upcoming homestand. Green missed his second game with a strained left groin. Porter has been out 19 games because of a left foot contusion.
TIP-INS
Rockets: It was the third and final meeting between the teams this season. The Blazers won the previous two. Last season, the series ended 2-2. ... Jae’Sean Tate had four fouls in the first half, but finished with 17 points.
Trail Blazers: Following reports that Lillard was rallying his teammates for the final 23 games of the season, Blazers coach Chauncey Billups was asked how he’s motivating his team for the stretch run. “What I’m mostly always talking about is `Here’s where we are. Here’s how we got there. This is how we've got to climb out of it,'” Billups said.
UP NEXT
Rockets: Return home to face the Denver Nugget on Tuesday.
Trail Blazers: Visit the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday.
___
More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article/lillard-has-71-pts-and-13-3s-blazers-beat-17807514.php | 2023-02-27 05:33:18 | 1 | https://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article/lillard-has-71-pts-and-13-3s-blazers-beat-17807514.php |
WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Venerable is pleased to announce that Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) has recently affirmed the BBB- issuer and debt rating of Venerable Holdings, Inc., and the A- insurance financial strength rating of its subsidiaries, Venerable Insurance and Annuity Company (VIAC) and Corporate Solutions Life Reinsurance Company (CSLR), as well as VIAC's and CSLR's BBB surplus note ratings. In addition, KBRA has upwardly revised their outlook of Venerable from Stable to Positive, noting that it is expected that Venerable will continue to successfully onboard and manage acquired books of business, and that future acquisitions will be structured and financed in a way that would not, for a sustained period, have a material negative impact on Venerable's operational or financial profile or its conservative approach to financial management.
"KBRA's affirmation of our ratings and revised outlook confirms Venerable as a provider of choice in the variable annuity risk transfer solutions space," said David Marcinek, Chairman of Venerable. "We have consistently demonstrated an ability to structure and close complex transactions, all while remaining diligent in our risk management and hedging practices, and capitalization and liquidity philosophies. We remain focused on the robust deal pipeline our strength has helped generate."
Venerable is a privately held company with business operations based in West Chester, Pennsylvania and Des Moines, Iowa. Venerable owns and manages legacy variable annuity business acquired from other entities. Created by an investor group led by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, LLC, Crestview Partners, Reverence Capital Partners, and Athene Holdings, Ltd., Venerable is a business with well-established, strategic investors, experienced in successfully building and growing insurance businesses with patient, long-term capital. For more information, please visit www.venerable.com.
Contact:
Allison Proud
Corporate Communications
610-249-9730
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Venerable | https://www.kswo.com/prnewswire/2022/05/31/kbra-revises-venerable-outlook-positive-affirms-ratings/ | 2022-05-31 13:52:45 | 1 | https://www.kswo.com/prnewswire/2022/05/31/kbra-revises-venerable-outlook-positive-affirms-ratings/ |
Top Player Prop Bets for Twins vs. Royals on July 4, 2023
Published: Jul. 4, 2023 at 5:50 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
The Minnesota Twins host the Kansas City Royals at Target Field on Tuesday at 2:10 PM ET. Those looking to place a player prop wager can find odds on Carlos Correa, Bobby Witt Jr. and others in this game.
Bet on this matchup or its props with BetMGM!
Twins vs. Royals Game Info
- When: Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at 2:10 PM ET
- Where: Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota
- How to Watch on TV: BSN
- Live Stream: Watch the MLB on Fubo!
Discover More About This Game
MLB Props Today: Minnesota Twins
Carlos Correa Props
- Hits Prop: Over/Under 1.5 (Over Odds: +165)
- Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -135)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +320)
- RBI Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +140)
Correa Stats
- Correa has 17 doubles, two triples, 11 home runs, 29 walks and 38 RBI (66 total hits).
- He's slashing .228/.299/.414 so far this season.
- Correa hopes to build on a five-game hitting streak in this matchup. During his last five outings he is batting .409 with two doubles and an RBI.
Correa Recent Games
Byron Buxton Props
- Hits Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -270)
- Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -141)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +255)
- RBI Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +115)
Buxton Stats
- Byron Buxton has 12 doubles, a triple, 14 home runs, 30 walks and 33 RBI (50 total hits). He has stolen seven bases.
- He has a .207/.300/.440 slash line so far this year.
Buxton Recent Games
Bet on player props for Carlos Correa, Byron Buxton or other Twins players with BetMGM.
Buy officially licensed gear for your favorite teams and players at Fanatics!
MLB Props Today: Kansas City Royals
Bobby Witt Jr. Props
- Hits Prop: Over/Under 1.5 (Over Odds: +175)
- Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -105)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +475)
- RBI Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +145)
Witt Jr. Stats
- Witt Jr. has 85 hits with 13 doubles, four triples, 12 home runs, 20 walks and 43 RBI. He's also stolen 25 bases.
- He's slashed .251/.294/.420 on the year.
- Witt Jr. will look for his fifth straight game with a hit in this contest. During his last five outings he is hitting .389 with a double, a walk and five RBI.
Witt Jr. Recent Games
Salvador Pérez Props
- Hits Prop: Over/Under 1.5 (Over Odds: +195)
- Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +110)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +265)
- RBI Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +105)
Pérez Stats
- Salvador Perez has collected 75 hits with 14 doubles, 15 home runs and 10 walks. He has driven in 40 runs.
- He's slashed .253/.290/.451 on the year.
- Perez enters this game looking to extend his two-game hit streak. In his last five games he is hitting .105 with a walk and an RBI.
Pérez Recent Games
Bet on player props for Bobby Witt Jr., Salvador Pérez or other Royals players with BetMGM.
Not all offers available in all states. Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know has developed a gambling problem or addiction, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.
© 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved. | https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/sports/betting/2023/07/04/twins-vs-royals-mlb-player-prop-bets/ | 2023-07-04 11:52:44 | 1 | https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/sports/betting/2023/07/04/twins-vs-royals-mlb-player-prop-bets/ |
ELGIN, Ill., April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International®, (FMA) has announced the recipients of this year's Safety Awards. Open to all FMA Business members, the program acknowledges metal fabrication companies for achieving safety records better than the OSHA recordable rate for their North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes. Sponsored by CNA Insurance, the awards will be presented at a recognition dinner on May 9 at the 15th annual FMA Safety Conference, which will be held in Elgin, Illinois.
Safety Award of Honor
The 2023 Safety Award of Honor is presented to companies having perfect safety records — no recordable injuries or illnesses for calendar year 2022.
Companies receiving the 2023 Safety Award of Honor are:
- Action Stainless & Alloys – Springdale, AR
- Action Stainless & Alloys – Rock Hill, SC
- Action Stainless & Alloys – Riverside, MO
- BTD Manufacturing, Inc. – Buford, GA
- Chicago Tube & Iron – Fond du Lac, WI
- Chicago Tube & Iron – Indianapolis, IN
- Chicago Tube & Iron: Distribution – Locust, NC
- Chicago Tube & Iron: Fabrication – Romeoville, IL
- Chicago Tube & Iron: Power – Locust, NC
- Defiance Metal Products (Keller Warehouse) – Defiance, OH
- Eberl Iron Works, Inc. – Buffalo, NY
- Etna Products, Inc. – Chagrin Falls, OH
- Feralloy Corporation: Charleston Division – Huger, SC
- Integrity Stainless – Latrobe, PA
- Integrity Stainless – Streetsboro, OH
- Ludlow Manufacturing – Waukegan, IL
- Mayville Engineering Co. Inc. – Wautoma, WI
- Metal Fab Engineering, Inc. – Winamac, IN
- Nova Group, Inc. – Napa, CA
- National Recreation Systems (Lakeland Ctr-Plant 1) – Lakeland, FL
- Olympic Steel – Dover, OH
- O'Neal Manufacturing Services – Houston, TX
- O'Neal Manufacturing Services – Pittsburgh, PA
- Shaw Stainless & Alloy (Olympic Steel) – Albany, GA
- Shaw Stainless & Alloy (Olympic Steel) – Marietta, GA
- Shaw Stainless & Alloy (Olympic Steel) – Hiram, GA
- Standard Iron & Wire Works – Monticello, MN
- Superior Joining Technologies, Inc. – Machesney Park, IL
- Texas ProFab Corp. – Carrollton, TX
- TJ Snow – Chattanooga, TN
Rusty Demeules Award for Safety Excellence
Award of Honor recipients were invited to apply for the highest safety honor, the Rusty Demeules Award for Safety Excellence. It honors long-time former FMA volunteer Rusty Demeules' passion for creating safe work cultures and is presented to one company each year that best exemplifies a dedication to safety. Winners are determined by the FMA Safety Technology Council. This year's finalists are:
- Nova Group, Inc. – Napa, CA
- O'Neal Manufacturing Services – Pittsburgh, PA
The winner and honorable mention will be announced at the recognition dinner on May 9.
Safety Award of Merit
The 2023 Safety Award of Merit is presented to companies posting an injury and illness incidence rate for calendar year 2022 that is better than the published Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) rate by 10% or greater, based on their NAICS code.
Companies receiving the 2023 Safety Award of Merit are:
- 651 Vanner, Inc. – Hilliard, OH
- Actron Entities, Inc. – Clearwater, FL
- Anderson Dahlen Inc. – Ramsey, MN
- BTD Manufacturing, Inc. – Lakeville, MN
- BTD Manufacturing, Inc. – Dawsonville, GA
- BTD Manufacturing, Inc. – Detroit Lakes, MN
- BTD Manufacturing, Inc. – Washington, IL
- Buhler Aeroglide – Cary, NC
- Cleveland-Cliffs Tubular Components, LLC – Walbridge, OH
- Defiance Metal Products (North 66) – Defiance, OH
- Defiance Metal Products (Seneca) – Defiance, OH
- GH Metal Solutions (Airport Rd.) – Fort Payne, AL
- GH Metal Solutions (Wiliams Ave.) – Fort Payne, AL
- Hartford Finishing Inc. – Hartford, WI
- Mayville Engineering Co. Inc. (Beaver Dam West) – Beaver Dam, WI
- Mayville Engineering Co. Inc. (Mayville South) – Mayville, WI
- Mayville Engineering Co. Inc. – Wayland, MI
- Mech-Tronics – Melrose Park, IL
- Precision Build Solutions, LLC (Tampa Tank/FL Structural Steel) – Tampa, FL
- Re:Build Optimation Technology LLC – Rush, NY
- Richards Sheet Metal Works, Inc. – Ogden, UT
- SafeRack, LLC (SixAxis LLC) – Andrews, SC
- Shickel Corporation – Bridgewater, VA
- Standard Iron & Wire Works – Thomson, GA
- Standard Iron & Wire Works – Sauk Centre, MN
Safety Award — Honorable Mention
The 2023 Safety Award — Honorable Mention is presented to companies posting an injury and illness incidence rate for calendar year 2022 that is at least equal to but less than 10% better than the published BLS rate based on their NAICS code.
Companies receiving the 2023 Safety Award — Honorable Mention are:
- Mayville Engineering Co. Inc (Greenville) – Greenville, MS
- Precision Build Solutions, LLC (Tampa Tank/FL Structural Steel) – Gibsonton, FL
Most Improved Safety Record Award
The 2023 Most Improved Safety Record will be awarded to Action Stainless & Alloys, Riverside, Missouri, for being the Safety Award winner with the greatest percentage of improvement over the prior year.
"On behalf of FMA, I am pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 Safety Awards," said Edward Youdell, president and CEO of FMA. "Once again we have an impressive list of companies across the country that continue to be committed to developing a culture of safety excellence. I heartily congratulate the winners and thank them for continuing to raise their safety standards and practices to ensure their employees return home in the same good condition they arrived at work."
For more information on the awards program, the Safety Conference, or FMA membership, please visit fmamfg.org or call 888-394-4362.
About FMA
FMA is a professional organization with more than 2,500 members working together to improve the metal processing, forming, and fabricating industry. Founded in 1970, FMA brings metal fabricators and equipment manufacturers together through technology councils, educational programs, networking events, and the FABTECH® trade show. The official publications of FMA include The FABRICATOR®, The Tube & Pipe Journal®, STAMPING Journal®, The WELDER®, The FABRICATOR en Español, Canadian Metalworking®, and Canadian Fabricating & Welding®.
CONTACT: Ann Schneider, anns@fmanet.org
View original content:
SOURCE Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Int'l (FMA) | https://www.valleynewslive.com/prnewswire/2023/04/17/fabricators-amp-manufacturers-association-names-2023-fma-cna-insurance-safety-award-winners/ | 2023-04-17 14:47:35 | 1 | https://www.valleynewslive.com/prnewswire/2023/04/17/fabricators-amp-manufacturers-association-names-2023-fma-cna-insurance-safety-award-winners/ |
Talk show host Jon Stewart grilled California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on his plans to reform the state’s most notorious prison into a rehabilitation center in a new interview released on Friday.
Newsom announced his plans last week to transform San Quentin State Prison into the “most innovative rehabilitation facility” in the country, drawing inspiration from countries like Norway that have low recidivism rates.
However, Stewart pushed the California governor on the inherent problems that exist, and will likely remain, in the criminal justice system.
He pointed to the issue of parole, noting that in one case, a nonviolent offender was denied parole for stealing some fabric thread and borrowing a hair straightener, while in another, an offender was released on parole and killed a police officer.
“We have a system that cannot tell the difference, and we have a public that demands certainty,” Stewart said in a sit-down interview with Newsom at San Quentin State Prison for the latest episode of “The Problem with Jon Stewart.”
Newsom acknowledged that the prison system treats two such offenders similarly.
“We still have the same dungeonous rooms for those two perpetrators you just described — one that’s benign, not particularly violent nor particularly problematic, and others that have every reason to be considered a concern,” he said.
“We haven’t evolved. There’s no innovation,” Newsom continued. “We talk about reform. We don’t talk about innovation in the criminal justice system.”
Stewart also questioned the California governor on whether his talk of reform is giving prisoners “false hope,” given the roadblocks they will likely face when they leave incarceration.
“The stigma is real, but I think … the internal shame and the internal stigma is even more pronounced,” Newsom said, pointing to the way in which prison programs can boost inmates’ confidence.
“But as a society, you’re right, we have to actually believe in the core tenets of what we practice in our faith, and that’s second damn chances and redemption and the ability to turn your life around,” he added. | https://www.wjhl.com/hill-politics/jon-stewart-grills-gavin-newsom-on-california-prison-reform-we-have-a-public-that-demands-certainty/ | 2023-03-24 21:12:39 | 0 | https://www.wjhl.com/hill-politics/jon-stewart-grills-gavin-newsom-on-california-prison-reform-we-have-a-public-that-demands-certainty/ |
NEW YORK (AP) — Ariana DeBose’s stint as host of last year’s Tony Awards went so well that she’s been asked to return this year.
The Academy Award winner and Tony Award nominee will lead the June 11 celebration from New York City’s uptown United Palace theater live on CBS and on Paramount+.
“I was honored to serve as host last year and even more so to be asked back,” DeBose said in a statement. “So looking forward to celebrating this incredible season and the people who make the work happen.”
Tony nominations will be announced May 2.
DeBose is a theater veteran, with roles in “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical,” “Hamilton,” “A Bronx Tale,” “Pippin,” “Motown the Musical,” “Bring It On: The Musical” and “Company.” She won an Oscar for her role in Steven Spielberg’s remake of “West Side Story” and can be seen in the new season of “Schmigadoon!” on Apple TV+.
“A Strange Loop” took the best new musical crown at the last Tony Awards. Joaquina Kalukango won for best leading actress in a musical, and Myles Frost moonwalked away with the award for best lead actor in a musical for playing Michael Jackson.
At that Tonys, DeBose broached the subject of diversity and representation on Broadway, saying it was becoming “more reflective of the community that adores it.” She noted the season was full of Black creative voices both on and offstage, and that two Broadway theaters were being renamed for the great Black performers James Earl Jones and Lena Horne. And she quipped that she sees the phrase “The Great White Way,” as Broadway has long been called, to be a nickname — “as opposed to a how-to guide.”
She received some backlash on social media after performing an original rap in honor of the female nominees at the Feb. 19 BAFTA Awards show in London. Her performance mixed a high-energy medley of Eurythmics‘ “Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves” and Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family” with a rap number that named-checked famous actors like Angela Bassett, Viola Davis and Jamie Lee Curtis.
“I had a blast,” she said later.
___
Mark Kennedy is at http://twitter.com/KennedyTwits | https://www.wric.com/entertainment-news/ariana-debose-to-host-tony-awards-for-a-consecutive-year/ | 2023-04-13 01:22:36 | 1 | https://www.wric.com/entertainment-news/ariana-debose-to-host-tony-awards-for-a-consecutive-year/ |
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission has selected three nominees for an upcoming vacancy on the Indiana Court of Appeals that Gov. Eric Holcomb will choose from.
The commission on Monday nominated Morgan Superior Court Judge Peter Foley, Owen Circuit Judge Kelsey Hanlon and criminal defense attorney Stacy Uliana of Bargersville for the First District vacancy.
The vacancy is being created by the upcoming retirement of Judge Edward Najam Jr.
The First District hears cases from southern Indiana. After receiving the nominations, Holcomb will have 60 days to make his selection. | https://www.wane.com/news/indiana/panel-chooses-3-nominees-for-indiana-appeals-court-vacancy/ | 2022-07-12 04:13:24 | 1 | https://www.wane.com/news/indiana/panel-chooses-3-nominees-for-indiana-appeals-court-vacancy/ |
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — The Port of Savannah plans a $410 million overhaul of one of its sprawling terminals to make room for loading and unloading larger ships while focusing its business almost exclusively on cargo shipped in containers.
The Georgia Ports Authority’s governing board approved the project Monday under a plan to expand Savannah’s capacity for cargo containers by more than 50% by 2025.
“We’re taking the Georgia ports from a Southeast gateway to a global gateway,” said Griff Lynch, executive director of the authority, which has seen over a decade of explosive growth at the state-owned seaports in Savannah and Brunswick.
It means major changes for Savannah’s 200-acre (81-hectare) Ocean Terminal, which currently handles most of Georgia’s breakbulk cargo such as lumber, paper and steel. Those operations will move during the next year to the Port of Brunswick about 70 miles (110 kilometers) south of Savannah.
Ocean Terminal will be converted to handling cargo in containers — large metal boxes used to move goods from consumer electronics to frozen chicken by ship, train or truck. The terminal’s berths will be upgraded with room to service two large ships simultaneously using eight new ship-to-shore cranes, at an additional cost of $163 million.
The changes come as U.S. seaports including Savannah, the nation’s fourth-busiest container port, have spent more than a year scrambling to keep up with a surge in imports that left ships piled up offshore waiting to dock. Mass traffic jams off the West Coast caused shippers to divert cargo to Savannah and other ports along the East and Gulf Coasts.
That resulted in Savannah handing a record 5.8 million container units of imports and exports across its docks in the 2022 fiscal year that ended June 30. That volume was just shy of Savannah’s current capacity of 6 million container units.
The influx of cargo has begun to subside amid inflation and a shift to increased consumer spending on travel and services as opposed to retail goods. Still, Savannah’s port saw its two busiest months ever in August and October. And it still had 19 ships waiting offshore Monday morning. Lynch said he expects continued growth, just at a slower pace, as the backlog subsides.
The port authority’s plan to add capacity for an additional 3 million container units by 2025 would give Savannah more breathing room when the next cargo crush arrives. As Ocean Terminal undergoes its transformation, a newly expanded cargo berth will open next summer at Savannah’s main container terminal.
“This is going to get us back to more of a normal schedule as far as capacity, where we try to stay at about 80% so we’ve go room for growth,” said Joel Wooten, the port authority’s board chairman. “It’s going to help the state of Georgia and the whole Southeast.”
Lynch said private terminal operators will still move some breakbulk cargo through the Savannah port, which will also continue to handle military equipment shipped overseas and back as needed by Army units at neighboring Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield.
The expanded Ocean Terminal berths will be built in phases, with the first opening in 2025 and the second in 2026, Lynch said. He said converting an existing terminal to handle large container ships will be more efficient than building a brand new one, which would take up to five years. | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/business/ap-savannah-port-terminal-to-get-410m-upgrade-amid-big-growth/ | 2022-12-05 21:43:28 | 0 | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/business/ap-savannah-port-terminal-to-get-410m-upgrade-amid-big-growth/ |
A Flint native who's become a staple of Detroit's music scene, Tunde Olaniran knows his way around hyphens: A singer-rapper-activist-choreographer-producer-you-name-it, he presides over a bighearted sound and style that revolve around spirited statements of affirmation, a sprawling artistic palette and the pursuit of boldness in every sense of the word.
The irresistible 2015 anthem "Namesake" (from Transgressor, Olaniran's auspicious debut) helped raise his profile via word of mouth and placement in an Apple ad. Now, he's returned with his second album: Stranger, which expands on themes of individuality and ambition as channeled through hard-won self-belief. Amid arrangements that feed off a spirit of zippy elasticity, the singer ruminates on his pursuit of belonging ("I'm Here"), risk-taking ("Vulnerable") and the strength humans need in order to strive and thrive ("Mountain").
But Stranger isn't all pep talks and soul-searching: In "Celine Dion," for example, Olaniran has a blast bragging about a flair for low-budget fashion while name-dropping the titular singer — not to mention Lady Gaga and Tilda Swinton. "Coins," as its title suggests, is a springy ode to getting paid, albeit one that finds a way to name-drop Steven Universe. It all adds up to a finely calibrated mix of purpose and playfulness, executed to stylish perfection.
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/2018-09-27/dont-be-a-stranger-to-tunde-olaniran | 2022-08-04 14:40:09 | 1 | https://www.iowapublicradio.org/2018-09-27/dont-be-a-stranger-to-tunde-olaniran |
With a lead in the polls and Election Day a mere two weeks away, Brooke Lierman may be staring down a seat in the state comptroller’s office.
“I think my record of getting things done, you know, stands apart from many others and demonstrates to Marylanders that I will be ready to go on Day One,” she said in an interview.
A civil and disability rights attorney and mother of two elementary-aged children, Lierman is finishing her second term as a Maryland state delegate, where she co-chairs a Special Joint Committee on Pensions and has served on the House Appropriations Committee. She practices procurement law, representing blind-owned businesses with federal contracts.
Her battle for the office with Harford County Executive Barry Glassman, a Republican, may be the closest of the three statewide races for governor, attorney general and comptroller.
Also a tenured public servant, Glassman served two terms on the Harford County Council, nine years in the Maryland House of Delegates, six years in the state Senate and two terms as Harford County executive. He ran an uncontested race for the Republican Party nomination during the primary election.
A win would make Lierman the first woman elected to the office, and the first woman directly elected by voters to a statewide political position. The job pays $145,500 to $149,500.
The comptroller oversees state income tax collection; imposes state taxes on gasoline, alcohol and tobacco; and has a seat on the three-person Board of Public Works, which approves major state contracts.
For nearly two years, Lierman has traveled the state, talking to voters about concerns that include the cost of living, labor and state procurement.
“It has been an incredible experience talking with people about how they believe we can move Maryland forward in a way where everybody benefits,” Lierman said. “I’ve loved getting to know Maryland and Marylanders better.”
But she’s also been frustrated by some of the stories she hears, like one from a Black female architect in Prince George’s County who wanted to participate in state procurement projects to design schools but was unable to get her foot in the door.
“It resonated with me, because it indicated or represented such a failure of government … to really benefit from the entrepreneurship of the people in the state that we serve,” Lierman said.
If elected, Lierman plans to modernize the office’s outdated technology, create more transparent systems to track procurements made by the Board of Public Works and provide more opportunities for small, Black, brown and women-owned businesses to get government contracts.
Breaking News Alerts
But she also has a unique policy vision for the comptroller’s office that includes education and transportation reform, support for rural business owners and making it more accessible for the elderly and people with disabilities.
“We’ve put a lot of thought into things that you can do and almost everything … is something the comptroller could do without the General Assembly,” Lierman said, using tax administration and procurement systems.
Lierman has been endorsed by Comptroller Peter Franchot, a centrist Democrat. Franchot is retiring after four terms following an unsuccessful gubernatorial bid.
If elected, Glassman, born and raised in Harford County, said he would act as a check on what is likely to be a Democratic gubernatorial administration and overwhelmingly blue legislature. In Maryland, Democratic voters outnumber Republicans 2-1.
During a virtual forum this month, Glassman also stressed the importance of updating the office’s digital infrastructure and aiding small, Black, brown and women-owned businesses in receiving government contracts.
On his campaign website, Glassman points to decades of experience balancing budgets, maintaining Harford County’s AAA bond rating and leading Marylanders through recessions and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Glassman, who has separated himself from Dan Cox and Michael Peroutka, extremist nominees at the top of GOP ticket, has been endorsed by Gov. Larry Hogan. A Glassman campaign ad shows Cox and him in a white convertible with a “MIDDLEMEN” license plate, signifying he would provide a check on what is likely to be an otherwise Democratic administration and legislature. | https://www.capitalgazette.com/politics/bs-md-pol-brooke-lierman-comptroller-policy-20221025-smxurvdq7bfn3j4zqd3jw3czhy-story.html | 2022-10-25 22:34:45 | 1 | https://www.capitalgazette.com/politics/bs-md-pol-brooke-lierman-comptroller-policy-20221025-smxurvdq7bfn3j4zqd3jw3czhy-story.html |
People remember their loved ones and peers who died during China’s latest COVID surge. Their deaths contradict China’s artificially low COVID death toll.
NPR’s Emily Feng reports.
This article was originally published on WBUR.org.
Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. | https://www.nprillinois.org/2023-01-23/from-china-remembrances-of-those-lost-from-covid-during-latest-surge | 2023-01-24 14:50:20 | 0 | https://www.nprillinois.org/2023-01-23/from-china-remembrances-of-those-lost-from-covid-during-latest-surge |
(NEXSTAR) – Amid inflation, and no changes on the federal level, multiple states will be raising their minimum wages in 2023.
The federal minimum wage in the U.S. is $7.25, a rate that hasn’t changed since 2009. As of fall 2022, 15 states have minimum wage rates that match the federal minimum wage, down from 16 last year.
In the new year, 27 states will see an increase in their minimum wage. Most will take effect on January 1, but others will have to wait until further into 2023.
California will have the highest minimum wage rate at $15.50, up from the $15 it set in 2022. Only Washington, D.C. has a higher minimum wage of $16.10. D.C.’s wage will rise again in July, 2023 in proportion to the increase in the Consumer Price Index, according to its Department of Employment Services.
Oregon and Nevada won’t see their minimum wages increase until July, 2023. Then, Oregon’s rate will rise from the current $13.50 to a yet-to-be-determined number based on the Consumer Price Index, a figure released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In Nevada, the minimum wage will increase to $10.25 for employers providing qualifying health benefits and $11.25 for those that don’t.
Two states, Connecticut and Massachusetts, will satisfy their scheduled incremental increases to bring their minimum wages to $15. Six other states move one step closer to reaching that milestone in 2023:
- New Jersey by 2024
- Delaware, Illinois, Maryland (for large employers), and Rhode Island by 2025
- Florida and Maryland (for small employers) by 2026
Florida’s incremental minimum wage increase will take effect at the end of September.
Below is an interactive map that shows where minimum wages will – and won’t – be changing in 2023:
Despite more than half of the U.S. preparing for a minimum wage hike in the new year, the minimum wage in 20 states remains the same as the federal rate of $7.25 an hour.
In the five states that haven't adopted a minimum wage - Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Tennessee - the federal minimum wage is used.
The interactive map below shows what each state's minimum wage will be after their increases in 2023:
These states are raising their minimum wages by at least $1 in 2023:
- Arizona ($12.80 to $13.85)
- Colorado ($12.56 to $13.65)
- Connecticut ($14 to $15)
- Delaware ($10.50 to $11.75)
- Florida ($10 to $12)
- Illinois ($12 to $13)
- Maine ($12.75 to $13.80)
- Nebraska ($9 to $10.50)
- New Jersey ($13 to $14)
- New York ($13.20 to $14.20)
- Virginia ($11 to $12)
Other states raising their minimum wages include Alaska, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Vermont, and Washington. | https://www.fox16.com/news/national-news/these-states-are-raising-their-minimum-wages-in-2023/ | 2022-12-26 16:35:45 | 0 | https://www.fox16.com/news/national-news/these-states-are-raising-their-minimum-wages-in-2023/ |
Iran sentences daughter of former president to five years in prison
By Celine Alkhaldi, CNN
The daughter of former Iranian president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has been sentenced to five years in prison, her lawyer said Tuesday.
The verdict against Faezeh Hashemi, who is a known Iranian activist, is “not final,” the lawyer, Neda Shams, said in a tweet. “The client is still in prison and there are other cases against her,” Shams added.
Hashemi was indicted last year by Tehran’s public prosecutor on charges of “propaganda against the system,” state-aligned news agency ISNA said on Tuesday.
She was arrested and transferred to Evin prison in September, according to ISNA.
Iran has detained a number of high-profile activists in recent months, including writer and poet Mona Borzouei, singer Shervin Hajipour and Iranian football player Hossein Mahini, as anti-government protests rocked the country.
Over the past decade, Hashemi has been jailed several times for making anti-government statements and participating in protests.
She spent months in prison after a 2012 arrest for making anti-government statements.
Her father was a revolutionary who fought the Shah’s regime and its Western-leaning social and economic policies but pushed for liberalization and privatization programs when he became president a year after the end of the Iran-Iraq war.
Rafsanjani died in 2017 aged 82.
As many as 41 more protesters have received death sentences in recent months as officials attempt to crack down on the swell of angry public sentiment across Iran, according to statements from both Iranian officials and in Iranian media reviewed by CNN and 1500Tasvir, but the true number could be much higher.
The executions on Saturday of two young men in Iran, one a karate champion, the other a volunteer children’s coach, in connection with the nationwide protests, sparked outrage around the world.
The total number of people now known to have been executed in connection with the protests, sparked by the death of 22-year-old Kurdish Iranian woman Mahsa Amini in police custody in September, has reached four.
The-CNN-Wire
™ & © 2023 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.
CNN’s Rob Picheta, Artemis Moshtaghian, Sahar Akbarzai, Tara Subramaniam, Jomana Karadsheh and Niamh Kennedy contributed reporting | https://kion546.com/news/national-world/cnn-europe-mideast-africa/2023/01/10/iran-sentences-daughter-of-former-president-to-five-years-in-prison/ | 2023-01-10 14:53:22 | 0 | https://kion546.com/news/national-world/cnn-europe-mideast-africa/2023/01/10/iran-sentences-daughter-of-former-president-to-five-years-in-prison/ |
CPR training is a life-saving skill, as demonstrated by the recent events on the field of the Cincinnati Bengals. When Damar Hamlin’s life was in peril, the quick actions of the sports medicine team, led by an assistant athletic trainer, Denny Kellington, who was trained in CPR, made all the difference. Thanks to their swift response, Hamlin was able to make a full recovery and avoid a potentially catastrophic outcome. This highlights the need for widespread CPR training, and I hope this letter will encourage others to become trained and ready to act in similar situations.
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the world. Each year, more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States. Almost 3 out of 4 of those happen at home.
If you’re called on to do CPR, you will likely be saving the life of someone you love. The members of our community need us. Our children need us. Our neighbors need us. Our co-workers need us.
The American Heart Association recognizes this need and has a plan to help. You can be the difference by learning CPR to save a life. The American Heart Association is committed to being the leader in resuscitation science, education, and training.
This February during American Heart Month, the American Heart Association is specifically focused on learning the life-saving skill of CPR, and we want every family and home to have someone who knows CPR. With the help of local supporters, we can help more of our community be prepared when called on for an emergency.
As the program manager of the Marshall Cardiology Fellowship Program at Marshall University and member of the American Heart Association West Virginia Advocacy Committee, I encourage you to Be the Beat by learning CPR to be the difference and save a life.
Ellen Thompson, M.D.
Professor of medicine
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine
Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd,
racist or sexually-oriented language. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Don't Threaten. Threats of harming another
person will not be tolerated. Be Truthful. Don't knowingly lie about anyone
or anything. Be Nice. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism
that is degrading to another person. Be Proactive. Use the 'Report' link on
each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Share with Us. We'd love to hear eyewitness
accounts, the history behind an article. | https://www.herald-dispatch.com/opinion/letter-to-the-editor-learning-cpr-can-save-a-life/article_b752f1a8-c130-5b4b-8031-39d5dab32cb1.html | 2023-02-11 06:14:11 | 1 | https://www.herald-dispatch.com/opinion/letter-to-the-editor-learning-cpr-can-save-a-life/article_b752f1a8-c130-5b4b-8031-39d5dab32cb1.html |
Bengals star Joe Mixon charged with pointing gun at woman
CINCINNATI - Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon has been charged in a warrant with pointing a gun at a woman and threatening her, according to court documents.
Mixon faces a misdemeanor charge of aggravated menacing, according to the documents, which were filed Thursday in Hamilton County Municipal Court and obtained by The Associated Press. No attorney is listed for him in court records.
According to the warrant, Mixon pointed the gun at the woman and told her, "You should be popped in the face. I should shoot you, the police (can't) get me."
RELATED: Cincinnati Fans Go Wild as Bengals Seal Super Bowl Spot in Overtime
The incident occurred on Jan. 21, the day before the Bengals beat the Buffalo Bills in a divisional-round playoff game.
The 26-year-old Mixon rushed for 814 yards and seven touchdowns this season, his sixth. He also had 60 receptions for 441 yards, both career highs, and two touchdowns.
A second-round draft pick out of Oklahoma in 2017, Mixon has spent his entire career with Cincinnati and rushed for career highs of 1,205 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2021.
In 2014, when he was 18, Mixon punched a female Oklahoma student in the face, an attack captured on surveillance video.
He was suspended from the football team for a year and entered an Alford plea, in which a defendant does not admit guilt but acknowledges there is sufficient evidence for a conviction. He received a deferred sentence and was ordered to perform community service and undergo counseling.
The incident hurt his standing in the draft, with several teams saying they passed on him because of concerns about his character. | https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/bengals-joe-mixon-charged-pointing-gun-woman | 2023-02-03 17:58:58 | 1 | https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/bengals-joe-mixon-charged-pointing-gun-woman |
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (AP) — One person is dead and at least six other people were shot during a Cinco de Mayo party at a Mississippi restaurant late Friday night, police said.
Ocean Springs Police Capt. Ryan LeMaire, in a news release, confirmed that seven people were shot at The Scratch Kitchen on Government Street. The surviving victims were transported to area hospitals for treatment, LeMaire said. The extent of their injuries was not immediately released.
He identified the man killed as Chase Harmon, 19, of Pascagoula.
No arrests had been made as of Saturday morning, but Lemaire said the investigation is ongoing.
“We urge anyone with any information to call the Ocean Springs Police Department,” he said.
The Scratch Kitchen’s owner told the Sun Herald there were about 200 people at the restaurant when the shooter ran past employees who were doing security checks at the entrance to the patio.
“The person who did the shooting wasn’t a customer,” owner Brittany Alexander said. “He didn’t get an arm band or anything to be out here.”
Ocean Springs is about 4 miles (6 kilometers) east of Biloxi, Mississippi. | https://phl17.com/news/ap-top-headlines/1-dead-at-least-6-injured-at-mississippi-party-shooting/ | 2023-05-07 13:25:48 | 0 | https://phl17.com/news/ap-top-headlines/1-dead-at-least-6-injured-at-mississippi-party-shooting/ |
MIDLAND, Texas — Midland ISD has made an announcement that the current principal at Scharbauer Elementary School has been reassigned to assistant principal for the 2023-2024 school year.
According to a statement from MISD, this move is part of a concerted effort to help turn around the elementary school and improve students outcomes for Scharbauer.
The search process is currently underway to find a new principal for the school. According to the Scharbauer Elementary website, the current principal listed is Iris Jimenez. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/scharbauer-elementary-principal-reassigned-to-assistant-principal-for-2023-2024-school-year/513-f461b3b6-d091-4a08-a17b-c7c76daccf97 | 2023-07-14 15:29:53 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/scharbauer-elementary-principal-reassigned-to-assistant-principal-for-2023-2024-school-year/513-f461b3b6-d091-4a08-a17b-c7c76daccf97 |
Advocates for stricter gun laws gathered outside of Senator Marco Rubio’s office in Miami on Friday.
David Hogg was among the dozens who stood in the rain calling for the senator to act on the recent mass shootings.
"We're asking for a meeting with Marco Rubio right now. We understand that we don't agree on everything. We understand that. Let’s find what we can agree on now, because that's what we did after Parkland in Florida,," he told the crowd.
Hogg survived the Parkland school shooting in 2018. He and a group of classmates pushed Florida lawmakers to pass red flag laws, impose a three-day waiting period for purchasing a gun and banned bump stocks. They also raised the minimum age for purchasing assault rifles to 21.
"If we could do it in Florida with a Republican state legislature … a Democratic House, Senate and Congress should be able to do it as well," Hogg said.
A bipartisan group of Senators has discussed possible solutions to mass shootings after an 18-year-old killed 21 people at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas.
On the table is a red flag law similar to the one passed in Florida after the Parkland shooting.
"That law has been used nearly 6000 times in the state of Florida. And there's no reason we can't make that a national law and raise the age to 21 and do the other things to address gun violence," Hogg said.
Senator Marco Rubio introduced a bill that incentivizes states to implement similar red flag laws in 2021. The bill stops short of requiring the law.
The Senate has taken no action on that bill since it was introduced.
A spokeswoman for Rubio did not respond to questions about the bill. | https://www.wlrn.org/news/2022-06-03/advocates-for-gun-laws-gather-outside-marco-rubios-miami-office | 2022-06-03 22:42:24 | 1 | https://www.wlrn.org/news/2022-06-03/advocates-for-gun-laws-gather-outside-marco-rubios-miami-office |
TX Lake Charles LA Zone Forecast for Monday, August 15, 2022
_____
908 FPUS54 KLCH 160810
ZFPLCH
Zone Forecast Product
National Weather Service Lake Charles LA
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
TXZ180-162230-
Tyler-
Including the cities of Town Bluff, Fred, Hillister, Ivanhoe,
Spurger, Warren, and Woodville
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. West winds around 5 mph,
becoming north with gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon. Chance
of rain 70 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Mostly cloudy. Showers and
thunderstorms likely. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs around 90.
Chance of rain 70 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain
50 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Highs in the mid 90s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
$$
TXZ201-162230-
Hardin-
Including the cities of Lumberton and Silsbee
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Humid with highs in the upper 90s. Temperature falling
to around 90 in the afternoon. West winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of
rain 70 percent. Heat index values up to 105.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Showers and thunderstorms likely.
Lows in the lower 70s. Highs around 90. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Lows in
the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a chance of showers. A chance of
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of
rain 50 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Temperature falling into
the upper 80s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
$$
TXZ215-162230-
Jefferson-
Including the cities of Beaumont, Sabine Pass,
and Sea Rim State Park
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Humid with lows in the upper 70s. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Humid with highs in the mid 90s.
Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Humid with lows in the upper 70s. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Humid with highs in the mid 90s. Temperature
falling into the upper 80s in the afternoon. West winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Chance
of rain 50 percent. Heat index values up to 105.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Showers and thunderstorms likely.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Lows in
the mid 70s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning,
then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. Highs
around 90. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs around 90. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs around 90. Chance of rain 50 percent.
$$
TXZ216-162230-
Orange-
Including the cities of Orange, Vidor, and Bridge City
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. West winds around
5 mph, becoming south this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Humid with lows in the mid 70s.
Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Humid with highs in the upper 90s.
Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Humid with lows in the upper 70s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Humid with highs in the mid 90s. Temperature falling
into the upper 80s in the afternoon. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
Chance of rain 60 percent. Heat index values up to 105.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Showers and thunderstorms. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Lows in
the mid 70s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning,
then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. Highs
around 90. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the morning, then showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Highs around 90. Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the morning, then showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Highs around 90. Chance of rain 60 percent.
$$
TXZ259-162230-
Northern Jasper-
Including the cities of Holly Springs, Jasper, Kirbyville,
Magnolia Springs, Mt. Union, and Roganville
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest
winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Humid with highs in the mid 90s. West winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming north with gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
Chance of rain 70 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Mostly cloudy. Showers and
thunderstorms likely. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the upper
80s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain
50 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
$$
TXZ260-162230-
Northern Newton-
Including the cities of Burkeville, Farrsville, Jamestown,
Newton, Wiergate, Bleakwood, and Call
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest
winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Humid with highs in the mid 90s. West winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Mostly cloudy. Showers and
thunderstorms likely. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the upper
80s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain
50 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny in the morning, then mostly cloudy with a
chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs
around 90. Chance of rain 50 percent.
$$
TXZ261-162230-
Southern Jasper-
Including the cities of Gist, Buna, and Evadale
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. West winds around
5 mph, becoming south this afternoon. Heat index values up to
105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest
winds around 5 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest
winds around 5 mph.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Humid with highs in the mid 90s. Temperature falling
into the upper 80s in the afternoon. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
Chance of rain 70 percent. Heat index values up to 105.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Showers and thunderstorms likely.
Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Lows in
the mid 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning,
then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. Highs in
the lower 90s. Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in
the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Temperature falling into
the mid 80s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
$$
TXZ262-162230-
Southern Newton-
Including the city of Deweyville
310 AM CDT Tue Aug 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. West winds around
5 mph, becoming south this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Showers and thunderstorms likely in the
afternoon. Humid with highs in the mid 90s. Temperature falling
into the upper 80s in the afternoon. West winds 5 to 10 mph.
Chance of rain 70 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...Showers and thunderstorms. Locally
heavy rainfall possible. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the
upper 80s. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Lows in
the lower 70s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning,
then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. Highs in
the lower 90s. Chance of rain 60 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly sunny with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 90s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
$$
_____
Copyright 2022 AccuWeather | https://www.sfgate.com/weather/article/TX-Lake-Charles-LA-Zone-Forecast-17376160.php | 2022-08-16 08:41:26 | 1 | https://www.sfgate.com/weather/article/TX-Lake-Charles-LA-Zone-Forecast-17376160.php |
Wreckage, rescue and hope in Turkey's earthquake epicenter
NURDAGI, Turkey - Zeliha Hisir tried to speak, but could barely move after her hourslong rescue Tuesday near the epicenter of a powerful earthquake that has devastated parts of Turkey and Syria.
The 58-year-old woman's eyes darted around in shock and relief as a rescue crew covered her in a bright pink and green fuzzy blanket. Dressed only in shorts and a T-shirt, she had survived through freezing temperatures in Kahramanmaras.
Her son, Mufit Hisir, told The Associated Press that firefighters who flew in from Antalya had rescued his relatives.
"Two hours ago my sibling was rescued after a six-hour effort. And my mother’s rescue took two hours. They’re both well," he said.
Crowds gathered at wreckage sites throughout Turkey, vapor showing the air as people breathed in and out in anticipation of reaching more survivors. Even those who had emerged or escaped collapse in Monday's magnitude 7.8 earthquake and its aftershocks now had to sleep in cars, outside or in government shelters.
Many felt abandoned.
"We don’t have a tent, we don’t have a heating stove, we don’t have anything. Our children are in bad shape. We are all getting wet under the rain and our kids are out in the cold," Aysan Kurt, 27, told the AP. "We did not die from hunger or the earthquake, but we will die freezing from the cold. It shouldn’t be this way. No one is sending help."
Mesut Hancer holds the hand of his 15-year-old daughter Irmak, who died in the earthquake in Kahramanmaras, close to the quake's epicentre. (Photo by ADEM ALTAN/AFP via Getty Images)
RELATED: Race to find survivors as earthquake toll tops 7,000
In the province of Kahramanmaras, where supermarket shelves were empty, people lined up for pita bread at a restaurant owned by Mevlut Ercan.
"We need flour. There is no flour," Ercan said. "People are desperate. We are desperate too. We will do what we can for the people as long as we are able to do it."
Yasar Magara, who waited to get a piece of pita, said: "We have been hungry for days. Our municipality and the others have not helped us yet."
In the town of Nurdagi, residents who lost loved ones said relatives could have been saved if rescue teams had arrived earlier. Steel rods jutted out of destroyed concrete like vines that rescuers had to work around in the town nestled below snowcapped hills.
"My sister has four children. She has one sister-in-law, in-laws and nephews and nieces. They’re all gone. They’re all gone," Nilufer Sarigoz said, putting her face in her hands and sobbing.
RELATED: How to help earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria
Men cried as they used their hands to bless four dead bodies wrapped in blankets in the back of a pickup truck.
Sixteen-year-old Havva Topal still hadn't heard from her uncle, his wife and children, who were in a burning building.
"We’ve heard nothing, no news," she said. "The building collapsed after the earthquake and then a fire started 15 to 20 minutes later. No firefighters came, no excavators. We tried to save them on our own, by scooping water out with plates."
"Our landlord’s spouse was brought out yesterday," she later added. "They were charred, in pieces, in a horrible condition." | https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/turkey-syria-earthquake-rescues-victims | 2023-02-08 00:49:52 | 1 | https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/turkey-syria-earthquake-rescues-victims |
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) — Eli Lawrence’s 16 points helped Middle Tennessee defeat Rice 81-46 on Tuesday night.
Lawrence shot 6 for 7, including 4 for 5 from beyond the arc for the Blue Raiders (2-1). Trevon Smith scored 14 points and added five rebounds. Camryn Weston was 5 of 8 shooting (2 for 3 from distance) to finish with 14 points.
Seryee Lewis led the Owls (1-2) in scoring, finishing with 14 points. Rice also got 11 points and two steals from Travis Evee. In addition, Alem Huseinovic finished with eight points.
NEXT UP
Middle Tennessee’s next game is Saturday against Missouri State on the road, while Rice hosts Georgia Southern on Friday.
___
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar. | https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/middle-tennessee-earns-81-46-win-over-rice/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2022-11-16 05:45:45 | 1 | https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/middle-tennessee-earns-81-46-win-over-rice/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
NEW YORK, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Inotiv, Inc. (NASDAQ: NOTV).
To receive updates on the lawsuit, fill out the form:
https://claimyourloss.com/securities/inotiv-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=30348&from=4
The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Inotiv between September 21, 2021 and June 13, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until August 22, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Inotiv, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Inotiv's acquisition, Envigo RMS, LL ("Envigo"), and Inotiv's Cumberland, Virginia facility (the "Cumberland Facility") engaged in widespread and flagrant violations of the Animal Welfare Act ("AWA"); (2) Envigo and Inotiv's Cumberland Facility continuously violated the AWA; (3) Envigo and Inotiv did not properly remedy issues with regards to animal welfare at the Cumberland Facility; (4) as a result, Inotiv was likely to face increased scrutiny and governmental action; (5) Inotiv would imminently shut down two facilities, including the Cumberland Facility; (6) Inotiv did not engage in proper due diligence; and (7) as a result, defendants' statements about its business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
Jakubowitz Law is vigorous in pursuit of justice for shareholders who have been the victim of securities fraud. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
JAKUBOWITZ LAW
1140 Avenue of the Americas
9th Floor
New York, New York 10036
T: (212) 867-4490
F: (212) 537-5887
View original content:
SOURCE Jakubowitz Law | https://www.valleynewslive.com/prnewswire/2022/07/29/notv-shareholder-alert-jakubowitz-law-reminds-inotiv-shareholders-lead-plaintiff-deadline-august-22-2022/ | 2022-07-29 11:06:44 | 1 | https://www.valleynewslive.com/prnewswire/2022/07/29/notv-shareholder-alert-jakubowitz-law-reminds-inotiv-shareholders-lead-plaintiff-deadline-august-22-2022/ |
Two-Hour Star-Studded Event Co-Hosted by Byron Allen, Kenan Thompson, Cedric The Entertainer, Howie Mandel, Tiffany Haddish and Gabriel Iglesias Features Some of the Biggest Names in Comedy and Music
Musical Performers Include: John Legend, Gladys Knight, Boyz II Men, Toni Braxton and Earth Wind & Fire
Comedy Performers Include: Kenan Thompson, Cedric The Entertainer, Howie Mandel, Tiffany Haddish, Loni Love, Jon Lovitz, Roy Wood Jr., Gary Owen, Tommy Davidson, Dane Cook and Gabriel Iglesias
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Byron Allen's Allen Media Group is proud to announce its brand new two-hour prime time network television event special BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE COMEDY AND MUSIC SUPERFEST. The special will be broadcast Saturday, February 11th (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on NBC. BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE COMEDY AND MUSIC SUPERFEST will be taped at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles in front of a live audience. Rickey Minor serves as musical director.
BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE COMEDY AND MUSIC SUPERFEST is a two-hour television event showcasing some of the biggest names in comedy and music. BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE COMEDY AND MUSIC SUPERFEST will have over 20 comedy and musical performances. Musical performers Include: John Legend, Gladys Knight, Boyz II Men, Toni Braxton, and Earth Wind & Fire. Comedy performances include Kenan Thompson, Cedric The Entertainer, Howie Mandel, Tiffany Haddish, Loni Love, Jon Lovitz, Roy Wood Jr., Gary Owen, Tommy Davidson, Dane Cook and Gabriel Iglesias.
"It's time to bring superstars back to prime-time network television on a regular basis," said Byron Allen, Founder/Chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group. "Celebrating and amplifying iconic comedy and musical entertainers is from the golden age of television, and long overdue for the whole family to enjoy together."
BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE COMEDY AND MUSIC SUPERFEST is co-produced by Allen Media Group and Backhand Productions. Byron Allen, Carolyn Folks, Jennifer Lucas, Jeff Atlas and Michelle Willrich are executive producers.
About Allen Media Group
Chairman and CEO Byron Allen founded Allen Media Group in 1993. Headquartered in Los Angeles, it has offices in New York, Chicago, Atlanta, and Charleston, SC. Allen Media Group owns 27 ABC-NBC-CBS-FOX network affiliate broadcast television stations in 21 U.S. markets and twelve 24-hour HD television networks serving nearly 220 million subscribers: THE WEATHER CHANNEL, THE WEATHER CHANNEL EN ESPAÑOL, PETS.TV, COMEDY.TV, RECIPE.TV, CARS.TV, ES.TV, MYDESTINATION.TV, JUSTICECENTRAL.TV, THEGRIO TELEVISION NETWORK, THIS TV, and PATTRN. Allen Media Group also owns the streaming platforms HBCU GO, SPORTS.TV, THEGRIO, THE WEATHER CHANNEL EN ESPAÑOL, THE WEATHER CHANNEL STREAMING APP and LOCAL NOW--the free-streaming AVOD service powered by THE WEATHER CHANNEL and content partners, which delivers real-time, hyper-local news, weather, traffic, sports, and lifestyle information. Allen Media Group also produces, distributes, and sells advertising for 71 television programs, making it one of the largest independent producers/distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations. With a library of over 5,000 hours of owned content across multiple genres, Allen Media Group provides video content to broadcast television stations, cable television networks, mobile devices, and multimedia digital. Our mission is to provide excellent programming to our viewers, online users, and Fortune 500 advertising partners.
Allen Media Group Motion Pictures is a full-service, theatrical motion picture distribution company specializing in wide release commercial content. AMGMP released 2017's highest-grossing independent movie, the shark thriller 47 METERS DOWN, which grossed over $44.3 million. In 2018, ESMP also released the critically-acclaimed and commercially successful Western HOSTILES, the historic mystery-thriller CHAPPAQUIDDICK and the sequel to 47 METERS DOWN, 47 METERS DOWN: UNCAGED. The digital distribution unit of Allen Media Group Motion Pictures, Freestyle Digital Media, is a premiere multi-platform distributor with direct partnerships across all major cable, digital and streaming platforms. Capitalizing on a robust infrastructure, proven track record and a veteran sales team, Freestyle Digital Media is a true home for independent films.
In 2016, Allen Media Group purchased The Grio, a highly-rated digital video-centric news community platform devoted to providing African-Americans with compelling stories and perspectives currently underrepresented in existing national news outlets. The Grio features aggregated and original video packages, news articles and opinion pieces on topics that include breaking news, politics, health, business and entertainment. Originally launched in 2009, the platform was then purchased by NBC News in 2010. The digital platform remains focused on curating exciting digital content and currently has more than 100 million annual visitors.
For more information, visit: www.allenmedia.tv
About Backhand Productions
Jeff Atlas founded Backhand Productions with a contract to produce 14 hours of live TV content for the Democratic National Connvention. From there, Backhand went on to produce a series of diverse, high-quality productions for ABC, NBC, FOX, TNT, Nickelodeon, MTV, and more. Notable projects include Kevin Hart's theatrical blockbuster, Laugh at My Pain, the launch of YouTube Space LA, and the National Urban League's National Annual Conference and NAACP Image Awards. His virtual event credits include The Gracie Awards, the 2016 and 2020 Democratic National Conventions, and the go90s live stream of the Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco. In addition, he co-created, and executive produced the limited series Blood Ivory for Animal Planet, which focuses on the non-profit group of American veterans (VETPAW) and their first mission to Tanzania to support the elephant anti-poaching effort. More recent projects include the Biden Inaugural in 2021, the NBA All-Star Game, and project launches for Instagram and Facebook. Backhand is represented by Robyn Lattaker-Johnson at A3 Artists Agency and Kerry Smith of Smith Entertainment Legal Group.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Allen Media Group | https://www.valleynewslive.com/prnewswire/2023/02/08/allen-media-group-announces-two-hour-television-event-special-byron-allen-presents-comedy-music-superfest-air-prime-time-nbc-saturday-feb-11th-8-10-pm/ | 2023-02-08 20:44:18 | 0 | https://www.valleynewslive.com/prnewswire/2023/02/08/allen-media-group-announces-two-hour-television-event-special-byron-allen-presents-comedy-music-superfest-air-prime-time-nbc-saturday-feb-11th-8-10-pm/ |
Higher Ed innovator will be first female president of DeVry; as part of planned succession, Tom Monahan to assume new role as Executive Vice Chair of DeVry Board of Trustees
NAPERVILLE, Ill., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DeVry University's Board of Trustees announced today the appointment of Elise Awwad as the university's new President and Chief Executive Officer. The first female elected to the position in the university's 92-year history, she is expected to assume office on Sept. 5. Awwad succeeds Tom Monahan, who will be moving into the newly created role of Executive Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at DeVry, as part of a planned succession.
"My fellow trustees and I are delighted to appoint Elise as DeVry University's new President and CEO," said Michael Peel, Chair of DeVry's Board of Trustees. "Elise is a trailblazer whose commitment to our mission will be vital in propelling the university toward a brighter future. We look forward to partnering with her as DeVry continues to transform how we prepare learners for career success."
Peel continued: "The Trustees would also like to thank Tom Monahan for guiding DeVry to sustained growth, outstanding student success metrics, and strong financial performance. On his watch, the DeVry leadership team has created a foundation of excellence that will be long-lasting. We are fortunate Tom has agreed to stay on the Board of Trustees and serve as Executive Vice Chair, providing continuing insight to his Board colleagues and supporting Elise's success."
"It will be both an honor and privilege to lead DeVry University, an institution with an unwavering focus on preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change," Awwad said. "DeVry's unique legacy is rooted in innovation. Our forward-thinking founders envisioned the kind of technology-focused, hands-on education that DeVry still stands for today. I look forward to working with students, alumni, faculty, and staff to build on this inspiring legacy and shape DeVry's next chapter."
Already known as one of the most innovative leaders in higher education, Awwad currently serves as DeVry's Chief Operating Officer. In this role, she has redefined student support to include not only academic success, but also intensive career preparedness, lifelong professional support and learning, and support for the student's whole person. To accomplish this, she has re-envisioned how technology and process excellence can support and extend the work of top-flight faculty and advisors, earning wide recognition from industry observers. Through her leadership, DeVry has consistently improved key measures of student success while reducing the real-dollar cost of education through a four-year tuition freeze and substantial investments in grants and scholarships.
Awwad continued: "Since joining DeVry as an admissions advisor in 2004, I've had the opportunity to work directly with students and partners to understand what learners need to thrive in the classroom and, equally importantly, in the workplace. As President, I'll be deeply committed to ensuring that we continue to deliver unmatched return on student investment in their education."
Awwad is also widely known as a world-class leader of teams and people – and has leveraged this passion to create new pathways for students and programs for colleagues. Her launch of DeVry's innovative Women+Tech Scholars program – and subsequent scholars platforms – integrated unique career development and mentorship support into traditional academic pathways. She has also created a range of internal programs aimed at supporting colleagues' personal and professional growth and belonging – including DeVry's noted leadership training and vibrant network of female colleagues.
In his new part-time role, beyond his normal board leadership responsibilities, Monahan will partner with Awwad to accelerate her near-term priorities– most notably continuing to grow and deepen partnerships with business and government entities and mining those relationships to accelerate DeVry's rate of innovation.
"As I transition to a new role, I do so with all the confidence and admiration in our next President. Elise is a true visionary and will deliver outstanding impact for DeVry's students, alumni, faculty, and staff," said Monahan. "Along with my Board colleagues, I am energized that we have such an incredible leader to guide us into a new era of innovation, growth, and success."
Over the next two months, Awwad will conduct listening tours with internal and external university stakeholders. The valuable feedback and insights gained will serve as the foundation for the "DeVry of the Future."
About DeVry University
DeVry University strives to close society's opportunity gap by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Founded in 1931, the university offers undergraduate and graduate programs onsite and online within six areas of study: Accounting, Business, Healthcare, Technology, Liberal Arts, and Media Arts & Technology. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC, www.hlcommission.org/). The university's Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. To learn more, visit devry.edu.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE DeVry University, Inc. | https://www.kalb.com/prnewswire/2023/07/10/elise-awwad-named-president-chief-executive-officer-devry-university/ | 2023-07-10 16:50:01 | 1 | https://www.kalb.com/prnewswire/2023/07/10/elise-awwad-named-president-chief-executive-officer-devry-university/ |
PEORIA, Ariz. — Authorities are asking for the public's help locating the person or persons responsible for stealing a pickup truck from a Peoria home this past weekend.
The Peoria Police Department said the white 2022 GMC Sierra 4-door pickup truck was stolen from a home near 91st Avenue and Beardsley Road around 3 a.m.
The homeowner provided video footage to police which shows the suspect vehicle, a white tow truck type vehicle with a black tool compartment on the passenger side, back into the driveway of the home, hook the vehicle up, and then drive away with the truck.
The truck has a temporary Arizona registration of AZ: 959261B.
Police said the owner of the vehicle did not give permission to anyone to take the vehicle and is current on payments.
If anyone has any information regarding this incident, the tow truck involved, or the individuals involved, they are encouraged to contact Peoria police or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.
See surveillance video of the incident in the video player below.
Silent Witness:
Arizona's Silent Witness program allows people to send in tips and share information about crimes happening within their local communities.
The program shares unsolved felony case information in multiple ways, including TV, radio and social media.
Anyone who has information on a crime or recognizes a suspect described by the program is asked to call 480-948-6377, go to the program's website online or download the Silent Witness app to provide a tip. The identity of anyone who submits a tip is kept anonymous.
Calls to Silent Witness are answered 24/7 by a live person and submitted tips are accepted at all times. Submitted tips are then sent to the detective(s) in charge of the specific case.
Individuals who submit tips that lead to an arrest or indictment in the case can get a reward of up to $1,000.
Up to Speed
Catch up on the latest news and stories on the 12News YouTube channel. Subscribe today. | https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/peoria-police-department-looking-for-vehicle-theft-suspect/75-94a27a33-4b7d-4cf3-b87a-bbf998cc1207 | 2022-08-03 23:08:56 | 0 | https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/peoria-police-department-looking-for-vehicle-theft-suspect/75-94a27a33-4b7d-4cf3-b87a-bbf998cc1207 |
Nearly 350 pairs of shoes given to elementary school students
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV/Gray News) – More than 300 elementary school students in Nashville were gifted new shoes Friday.
More than 225 Genesco Inc. employee volunteers set up a mock shoe store at Park Avenue Elementary as part of its Cold Feet, Warm Shoes community event.
Students were fitted with new shoes, socks and hats. The Tennessee Titans cheerleaders and mascot were also there for an extra surprise.
“Students were empowered with a choice of Adidas or Vans shoes coordinated through its Journeys Group,” a Genesco media release said. “The Company volunteers roll out the red carpet for each child so they have the same service and respect they would receive at any of Genesco’s 1,400 Journeys, Johnston & Murphy or Schuh retail locations.”
After a two-year pandemic pause, Genesco employees said they eagerly prepared for this year’s signature event.
“The kids just light up with excitement and big smiles while being fitted with their new shoes, socks and hats, and they look great. We hope the children are standing a little taller and feeling a little more confident coming away from the event,” Genesco President and CEO Mimi Vaughn said.
In addition to the 350 students that received shoes Friday, an extra 100 pairs of shoes along with socks and hats were donated to the school’s resource closet.
Copyright 2022 WSMV via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wafb.com/2022/12/13/nearly-350-pairs-shoes-given-elementary-school-students/ | 2022-12-13 17:12:42 | 1 | https://www.wafb.com/2022/12/13/nearly-350-pairs-shoes-given-elementary-school-students/ |
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — LeBron James no longer has to do it all against Stephen Curry on the big stage, not even close. Anthony Davis plugs the middle and takes away the easy chances inside. Dennis Schröder has the energy to help chase No. 30 all over the court. D’Angelo Russell can hit a big shot with a hand in his face.
That’s the thing about these new-look Lakers — they take so much pressure off the game’s all-time scoring leader and LeBron believes in them, even with the defending champions on a 14-0 run with their home crowd rocking.
Davis had 30 points, 23 rebounds, five assists and four blocked shots, James added 22 points and 11 rebounds dueling with Stephen Curry in their latest postseason showdown, and Los Angeles held off a late flurry by the Golden State Warriors to win an entertaining Game 1 in the Western Conference semifinals 117-112 on Tuesday night.
“We’ve been playing playoff basketball for about 2 1/2 months now just to punch our clock to be able to play right now in the postseason,” James said. “We were very resilient tonight. … We know how great they are on their home floor, so to withstand that, it’s another good step for our ballclub.”
James’ 23 points were his third-fewest in 23 playoff games against the Warriors. His previous-low in a win was 27 in Game 7 of 2016 Finals.
Jordan Poole missed a 3-pointer to tie it with 9.7 seconds left as the Warriors’ rally in the closing minutes fell short. Curry’s 3 with 1:38 left tied the game, then Russell answered right back before Davis blocked a shot by Curry moments later. James missed the first of two free throws with 1:05 to go.
Poole’s 3 with 2:48 remaining cut the Lakers’ lead to 112-109, and James was called for traveling with 1:53 left.
For all-time scoring leader James and Curry — who has the most 3-pointers ever and is reigning NBA Finals MVP — this is a new chapter in the long rivalry between the superstars after they faced off in four straight NBA Finals from 2015-2018 while James played for Cleveland.
Curry scored 27 points, Splash Brother Klay Thompson had 25, and Kevon Looney grabbed a career-high 23 rebounds for his fourth game of this postseason with 20 or more. He also had 10 points and five assists. Thompson made a 3 with 5:19 to go that cut the Lakers’ lead to 112-104.
The defending champion Warriors will try to even the series in Game 2 on Thursday night back on their home floor at Chase Center, where LA fans could be heard chanting “Let’s go Lakers!” after the final buzzer.
Davis dominated from the opening tip, making 9 of his first 10 shots, while Russell scored 19 points and dished out six assists against his former team.
“I thought AD had a great game. Obviously he dominated and he got blocked four shots and altered some others,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said. “That’s what this team has been doing now for the last few months. They have been one of the best defensive teams in the league for a reason and he’s a huge part of that.”
James’ 3-pointer with 5:23 left in the third put the Lakers ahead by 10, 86-76. Then Thompson’s snazzy behind-the-back pass led to a dunk by Gary Payton II over James with 3:48 to go as Golden State cut it to 86-80 and forced a Lakers timeout.
The Lakers finished off Memphis in six games Friday night and had a couple of extra recovery days to get ready as Golden State was pushed to the distance by the young Sacramento Kings and won Game 7 on Sunday. The Warriors were the first reigning champion to come back from behind 2-0 and win a playoff series.
Curry went off for a playoff career-high 50 points, an NBA record for a Game 7. Kerr said he thought his team had an advantage having just played two days earlier.
But the revamped Lakers took it to Golden State just as they did winning the final three regular-season matchups — and Los Angeles is a far different team than the one that lost 123-109 here on Oct. 18 to start the season.
“It was a quick turnaround but can’t dwell on it,” Thompson said. “… So the morale is not low. We know we let one slip away.”
LOONEY ON THE BOARDS
Looney is leading the NBA in rebounds this postseason. He had seven rebounds by the 4:31 mark of the first and 13 by halftime on the way to double-digit rebounds in his sixth straight playoff game — with four 20-plus rebound performances.
He is the first player with four 20-plus rebound games in a postseason since Dwight Howard in 2009.
TIP-INS
Lakers: Thanks to Davis, the Lakers had 32 points in the paint in the first half to Golden State’s 12. The Lakers also were 16 of 17 from the free throw line in the first half and 25 for 29 overall — Davis making all eight of his attempts.
Warriors: Curry dropped to 15-8 against James in the playoffs. … The Warriors had been 13-0 all time — regular season and playoffs — when making at least 15 more 3s than their opponent (21 Tuesday to the Lakers’ six). … Golden State’s 106 shots are the most field-goal attempts in a playoff game that ended in regulation since 1990, and the Warriors also had 106 in Game 1 of the 2017 finals against James and the Cavs.
___
AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/nba and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://www.wdtn.com/sports/ap-sports/davis-james-deliver-as-lakers-top-curry-warriors-in-game-1/ | 2023-05-03 16:54:57 | 1 | https://www.wdtn.com/sports/ap-sports/davis-james-deliver-as-lakers-top-curry-warriors-in-game-1/ |
BALTIMORE — There was an effort to help the city's youth, including the squeegee workers, get out of side hustles and into career paths.
The African-American Engagement Baltimore Network hosted a job fair at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum.
The two-day event featured job readiness training Thursday with resume writing classes and mock interviews.
On Friday, a job fair featured on-the-spot job offers with 40 jobs tailored specifically for squeegee workers and other youth.
"It’s important for us to host event like this for the disconnected youth so that they have the opportunity to be employed, an opportunity for them to see that we care, that the mayor cares, that the city cares and an opportunity to provide for themselves and their families so that they don't have to be out on the corner squeegeeing," said Stacey Estep, from the Mayor's Office of African-American Engagement.
Many of the participants left with contingent job offers.
Employers included the Department of Public Works, Department of Transportation and Parks and Recreation. | https://www.wmar2news.com/news/local-news/event-held-to-lead-baltimores-youth-squeegee-workers-to-career-path | 2022-07-08 23:45:37 | 0 | https://www.wmar2news.com/news/local-news/event-held-to-lead-baltimores-youth-squeegee-workers-to-career-path |
When I was a kid, there was a year my parents bought a spruce for our yard. But before we planted it, the three-foot tree had another role to play: our family's Christmas tree. My mom pulled the conifer inside, and we decked its boughs in ornaments. While it was festive and admittedly adorable, I remember feeling somehow offended that, instead of a traditional Christmas tree from a lot, our small little tree was still nestled in its nursery planter.
What I as a grade schooler saw as a Christmas crime of opportunity is now becoming a more common sight in some homes: potted Tannenbaums. These trees, both reusable and real, provide an authentic feel for consumers in search of an environmentally friendly tree.
🎄 It's getting more and more #Xmas-y in the office 🥰
— Remote Control Productions (@rcp_tweets) December 5, 2022
Trying to be more ♻️ #sustainable, we went for a potted Christmas tree. pic.twitter.com/NJOCq0bCW2
How the trees go from the ground your living room
Monica Hudson, originally from Switzerland, had the idea to loan out Christmas trees in 2009. Hudson worked as an independent historical tour guide in Carmel, Calif., at the time, but business had slowed due to the recession. She saw on TV that a garden shop in Britain was renting trees, and she took the idea and ran with it. By the holiday season of that same year, she had 500 trees, about two thirds of which ended up in homes that Christmas.
Now, her business, Rent A Christmas Tree, has about 1,000 trees growing for renters in certain parts of the San Francisco Bay Area and central coast of California. They remain in their pots year-round, hooked up to a drip irrigation system. Most of them are booked by Thanksgiving, Hudson told NPR. About 300 trees stay behind that aren't quite tall or pretty enough to be loaned out.
Customers order their trees online, where they can pick their tree based on species, height and price. Then, the trees are delivered to their homes or businesses for a period of 30 days, after which they are picked up. This makes trees accessible to older people and business owners who don't have the capacity to install one themselves, Hudson said.
"There is no crawling around the floor seeing if it's straight, crawling under there to water it," Hudson said — her trees come with a funnel to make daily watering easy. "It's ready for you to put the lights on."
Very rarely is one of the rented trees stolen or killed. Only three have been swiped in 13 years of business, and those were largely due to customers leaving their trees in the wrong place to be picked up, Hudson said. Otherwise, about 2% of trees die each year of dehydration, despite people signing a waiver promising to water them each day. Hudson described it as a big loss, as the trees take a long time to grow: It can take about 10 years to cultivate a six-foot tree.
The impact of the Christmas tree industry
The environmental impact of Christmas tree farming is complicated and depends on factors like how far the trees are transported, how they're watered, and what kinds of fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides are used.
The National Christmas Tree Association points out on its website that real trees are grown as crops, not harvested from a forest, and seedlings are planted in place of each one cut down.
"Real Christmas Trees are a renewable, recyclable, natural product grown on farms throughout North America," the association said. "Fake Christmas Trees however are a non-renewable, non-biodegradable, plastic and metal product most often made in overseas factories."
In many places, potted Christmas trees aren't really an option, said Chal Landgren, a Christmas tree specialist at Oregon State University. He told NPR that, in certain climates, the temperature shock between the frigid outdoors and warm indoors would kill some tree species.
Lienna Hoeg is a Christmas tree specialist at Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation in Nova Scotia, where cold temperatures preclude indoor potted trees. She recommends that environmentally minded buyers look for a nearby cut-your-own tree farm or retail lot to keep fuel emissions low. When the season ends, roadside tree collection will help with responsible disposal. Alternatively, people can put the tree in their backyard for wildlife or donate it to farms for goats to munch on.
Hoeg said that for each tree harvested in Nova Scotia, one to three more trees are planted or cultivated. The Christmas tree industry provides about 4,000 full and part-time employment each year in Nova Scotia, which supports around 1,100 families, she said.
"Not many people are aware that for every one acre of Christmas trees, daily oxygen can be produced for 18 people. If you use or purchase an artificial tree, you'd have to use that tree for 20 years for it to have the same environmental impact as one natural Christmas tree," she told NPR in an email.
Thank you Yew Tree Farm Shop for our gorgeous tree. Cut and potted trees available in many sizes (can be delivered to local area) pic.twitter.com/xcDkM1KJkR
— Yew Tree Coffee Barn (@Yewtreecoffee) December 3, 2016
The benefits of a potted Christmas tree
For Hudson, the benefits of a living tree aren't all about the environment. There's the aspect of convenience, since live trees don't drop needles that need to be cleaned up like cut trees do. They look fresh and produce oxygen.
There's also a feel-good factor, she explained; customers know that their tree won't end up in the trash after Christmas Day. Instead, they'll likely end up like the spruce tree from my own childhood: planted in the ground.
"Because once the trees are too big to rent, they get planted," Hudson said. "So we are educating our clientele that not only are they having a living tree, but they're really adding to the beauty of the state."
For example, Rent A Christmas Tree is trying to loan out more California Redwoods, which are native to the region and can live for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. They can be donated to help reforest areas that have been affected by wildfires, Hudson explained.
For those interested in renting a Christmas tree, be warned: There is one major thing living trees don't do. They don't quite smell as much like Christmas.
"When you buy a dead tree cut tree, it outgasses as it dies, and that smell that you adore for Christmas is actually the smell of it dying," Hudson said. To get that strong, fresh pine smell? "We recommend that customers get a balsam wreath."
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. | https://www.ijpr.org/npr-news/npr-news/2022-12-13/potted-christmas-trees-are-a-rentable-alternative-to-their-fake-and-fresh-cut-cousins | 2022-12-13 14:44:57 | 1 | https://www.ijpr.org/npr-news/npr-news/2022-12-13/potted-christmas-trees-are-a-rentable-alternative-to-their-fake-and-fresh-cut-cousins |
DALLAS (AP) — DALLAS (AP) — Trinity Industries Inc. (TRN) on Tuesday reported net income of $4.4 million in its first quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Dallas-based company said it had net income of 5 cents. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, came to 7 cents per share.
The industrial manufacturer posted revenue of $641.7 million in the period.
Trinity Industries expects full-year earnings in the range of $1.50 to $1.70 per share.
_____
This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on TRN at https://www.zacks.com/ap/TRN | https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/trinity-industries-q1-earnings-snapshot-18049844.php | 2023-05-02 12:26:19 | 0 | https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/trinity-industries-q1-earnings-snapshot-18049844.php |
By JON GAMBRELL
Associated Press
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran executed a second prisoner on Monday convicted over crimes committed during the nationwide protests challenging the country’s theocracy, publicly hanging him from a construction crane as a gruesome warning to others.
The execution of Majidreza Rahnavard came less than a month after he allegedly fatally stabbed two members of a paramilitary force after purportedly becoming angry about security forces killing of protesters.
The development underscores the speed at which Iran now carries out death sentences handed down for those detained in the demonstrations that the government hopes to put down.
Activists warn that at least a dozen people already have been sentenced to death in closed-door hearings. At least 488 people have been killed since the demonstrations began in mid-September, according to Human Rights Activists in Iran, a group that’s been monitoring the protests. Another 18,200 people have been detained by authorities.
Iran’s Mizan news agency, which falls under the country’s judiciary, published a collage of images of Rahnavard hanging from the crane, his hands and feet bound, a black bag over his head.
Masked security force members stood guard in front of concrete and metal barriers that held back a gathered crowd early Monday morning in the Iranian city of Mashhad.
Mizan alleged Rahnavard had stabbed two security force members to death Nov. 17 in Mashhad and wounded four others.
Footage aired on state TV showed a man chasing another around a street corner, then standing over him and stabbing him after he fell against a parked motorbike. Another showed the same man stabbing another immediately after. The assailant, which state TV alleged was Rahnavard, then fled.
The Mizan report identified the dead as “student” Basij, paramilitary volunteers under Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. The Basij (ba-SEEJ’) have deployed in major cities, attacking and detaining protesters, who in many cases have fought back.
A heavily edited state television report aired after Rahnavard’s execution showed clips of him in the courtroom. In the video, he says he came to hate the Basijis after seeing video clips on social media of the forces beating and killing protesters.
The Mizan report accused Rahnavard of trying to flee to a foreign country when he was arrested.
Mashhad, a Shiite holy city, is located some 740 kilometers (460 miles) east of the Iranian capital, Tehran. Activists say it has seen strikes, shops closed and demonstrations amid the unrest that began over the Sept. 16 death in custody of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who had been detained by Iran’s morality police.
Mizan said Rahnavard was convicted in Mashhad’s Revolutionary Court. The tribunals have been internationally criticized for not allowing those on trial to pick their own lawyers or even see the evidence against them.
Rahnavard had been convicted on the charge of “moharebeh,” a Farsi word meaning “waging war against God.” That charge has been levied against others in the decades since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and carries the death penalty.
In the images of his execution, a banner bearing a Quranic verse: “Indeed the requital of those who wage war against Allah and His Apostle, and try to cause corruption on the earth, is that they shall be slain or crucified, or shall have their hands and feet cut off from opposite sides, or be banished from the land.”
Executions conducted in public with a crane have been rare in recent years, though Iran used the same manner of hanging to put down unrest following the disputed 2009 presidential election and the Green Movement protests that followed.
Typically, those condemned are alive as the crane lifts them off their feet, hanging by a rope and struggling to breathe before they asphyxiate or their neck breaks.
Activists have put pressure on companies providing cranes to Iran in the past, warning they can be used for executions.
From Brussels, the European Union’s foreign ministers expressed dismay at the latest execution. The bloc is to approve on Monday a fresh series of sanctions against Iran over its crackdown on protestors, and also for supplying drones to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine, the bloc’s top diplomat said.
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said he spoke to Iran’s foreign minister regarding Tehran’s response to the protests and the latest execution and that it was “not an easy conversation.”
“We are going to approve a very, very tough package of sanctions,” Borrell told reporters as he arrived to chair the ministerial meeting in Brussels. Finland’s foreign minister said that he also called his Iranian counterpart.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock described the execution as “a blatant attempt at intimidation” of Iranians.
“We are making clear that we stand beside innocent people in Iran,” Baerbock said as she arrived at the Brussels meeting. “A system that treats its people in this way cannot expect to continue to have halfway normal relations with the European Union.”
Iran is one of the world’s top executioners and typically executes prisoners by hanging. It executed the first prisoner detained during demonstrations last Thursday.
Amnesty International has said it obtained a document signed by one senior Iranian police commander asking that the execution for one prisoner be “completed ‘in the shortest possible time’ and that his death sentence be carried out in public as ‘a heart-warming gesture towards the security forces.’”
Amid the unrest, Iran is also battered by an economic crisis that has seen the national currency, the rial, drop to new lows against the U.S. dollar.
___
Associated Press writers Lorne Cook in Brussels and Geir Moulson in Berlin contributed to this report.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. | https://wtmj.com/national/2022/12/12/iran-execution-man-hung-from-crane-in-public-amid-protests/ | 2022-12-12 12:38:04 | 0 | https://wtmj.com/national/2022/12/12/iran-execution-man-hung-from-crane-in-public-amid-protests/ |
Click here to subscribe today or Login.
GENEVA — European soccer should not be afraid of a player exodus to Saudi Arabian clubs, UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin said Sunday, suggesting the country was making a mistake investing in stars at the end of their careers.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema have taken hundreds of millions of dollars to join Saudi Arabian clubs this year and similar offers were made to Lionel Messi and Luka Modrić. They have combined to win every Ballon d’Or awarded since 2008 and all are aged at least 35.
More players are expected to follow after four top Saudi Arabian clubs were effectively nationalized this month when taken into majority ownership by the Public Investment Fund sovereign wealth operation chaired by Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman.
Čeferin was asked by Netherlands broadcaster NOS if he was scared of a player exodus, and answered emphatically: “No, no, no.”
“I think that it’s mainly a mistake for Saudi Arabian football,” the UEFA president said in an interview broadcast Sunday.
“Why is that a problem for them? Because they should invest in academies, they should bring coaches, and they should develop their own players.”
“The system of buying the players that almost ended their career is not the system that develops football,” he said. “It was a similar mistake in China when they all brought players who are at the end of their career.”
Didier Drogba was the star recruit to the Chinese league in 2012 as clubs there bought Europe-based forwards like Nicolas Anelka and Frédéric Kanouté. The Chinese league and men’s national team have made little progress internationally in the years since.
“Tell me one player who is top, top age and who starts his career and went to play in Saudi Arabia?” Čeferin asked during the interview on the sidelines of the Nations League Finals mini-tournament hosted in the Netherlands.
“But it’s not about money only. Players want to win top competitions. And top competition is in Europe,” the UEFA leader said.
The first wave of superstars targeted by Saudi Arabia all won multiple Champions League titles in Europe. Messi won his first World Cup title with Argentina last year and is joining Inter Miami in Major League Soccer and Modrić seems set to stay at Real Madrid for one more season.
“We didn’t lose them,” Čeferin said when asked if European soccer had lost top attractions. “They still play football. At the end of their career some players go somewhere to earn some money.”
Before you move on, we invite you to become a Times Leader Advocate. You'll receive some great benefits, including our Diamond Card with local discounts and deals, access to our E-Edition, a faster, reduced ad experience on timesleader.com, and more.
Click now to support or get more information. | https://www.timesleader.com/sports/1611973/uefa-president-eferin-dismisses-idea-of-threat-to-european-soccer-from-big-spending-saudis | 2023-06-19 06:17:57 | 0 | https://www.timesleader.com/sports/1611973/uefa-president-eferin-dismisses-idea-of-threat-to-european-soccer-from-big-spending-saudis |
SEATTLE (AP) — A 66-year-old man piloting a small plane was taken to a hospital for evaluation Tuesday after crashing 50 feet (15 meters) off Alki Point in West Seattle, authorities said.
The man did not report any injuries before he was taken to a hospital in a private vehicle, said David Cuerpo, with the Seattle Fire Department, the Seattle Times reported.
The Coast Guard received a report of the incident at around 4:30 p.m., said Travis Magee, petty officer first-class.
The Coast Guard was ready to launch an air crew and response boat, but the man was able to swim to shore and the Seattle Fire Department found him in stable condition, Magee said. The man had been alone aboard the Cessna 150.
No information was released about where the flight originated. The cause of the crash is under investigation. | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Man-swims-ashore-after-small-plane-crashes-off-17331896.php | 2022-07-27 12:52:50 | 0 | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Man-swims-ashore-after-small-plane-crashes-off-17331896.php |
Southern California's luxury seaside escape offers guests a variety of ways to learn, support, and connect with nature throughout the month of June
RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Terranea Resort invites guests and the community to immerse themselves in its rich natural habitat, spanning 102 acres and perched atop oceanfront coastal bluffs on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, with a variety of special offerings designed to educate, entertain, and explore the surrounding marine protected environment, in honor of World Oceans Day.
World Oceans Day serves as a significant annual event and an opportunity to unite the community in support for the sustainable management of the world's oceans and also raise awareness of the impact of individual actions on the ocean. Throughout June, guests may partake in eco-driven initiatives in partnership with Marine Mammal Care Center and International Bird Rescue, which bring awareness to the importance of protecting the ocean for all to enjoy.
STAY & GIVE
In honor of World Ocean's Day in June, Terranea celebrates its long-standing partnership with Marine Mammal Care Center and invites guests to support the organization throughout the month with a donation when booking their stay at www.Terranea.com. Based locally in San Pedro, Marine Mammal Care Center provides medical care and rehabilitation to injured or sick seals and sea lions throughout Los Angeles County and also releases them back into their natural habitat – often along Terranea's coastline.
KELP FOREST KAYAK TOUR WITH A MARINE BIOLOGIST
Join marine biologist and Chief Operations and Education Officer of Marine Mammal Care Center, Dave Bader, as he guides guests through an immerse experience along the California coastline, while also providing his wealth of knowledge of endangered cetaceans and the conservation of our local marine life. A portion of the proceeds from each tour will be donated to Marine Mammal Care Center. Ages 8 and up. Advanced reservations required. All equipment provided. Weather dependent. For reservations, please visit https://marinemammalcare.org/events/kayak/.
June 4 | 7:30am – 10:30am | $250 per person donated directly to Marine Mammal Care Center
KELP FOREST CLEANUP KAYAK TOUR
Kayak with a purpose and help maintain the coastline by collecting litter along the pristine Marine Protected Area of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Ages 8 and up. Advanced reservations required. All equipment provided. Weather dependent.
June 11 | 9:30am & 11:30am | $100 per person
EDUCATIONAL OCEAN ACTIVITIES
Learn about the ocean's fascinating sea creatures with the Marine Mammal Care Center and International Bird Rescue outside of Nelson's. Guests may participate in fun activities and donate in support of these vital organizations.
June 11 | 11:00am – 2:00pm | Nelson's
SEA HARVEST WORKSHOP
Join Terranea's award-winning chefs for an intimate sea salt and kelp tasting, paired with farm-fresh produce, signature crafted bites and sparkling ONEHOPE Wine, all while learning about the resort's sea harvesting process. Terranea's Sea Salt Conservatory is used to produce Terranea's own signature sea salt using local seawater from the Pacific Ocean and to cure locally grown and foraged kelp. Ages 21 and up. Advance reservations required at www.terranea.com/experiences.
June 11 | 10:00am | Sea Salt Conservatory | $80 per person
SELF-GUIDED NATURE WALK & SCAVENGER HUNT
Terranea is home to many beautiful species of native plants and animals. Explore the scenic property with a Self-Guided Nature Walk and learn more about the wildlife in the region, as well as the history of the resort. Ask about the Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt, and identify wildlife commonly seen at Terranea. Learn educational facts about the many beautiful plants and animals local to the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Fun for all ages. Both experiences contain many photo opportunities and are fun for all ages. Guests are encouraged to share photos using #Terranea.
June 1-30 | Map available at pointe discovery
CAPTAIN GRAY WHALE COOKIES
Dive into culinary imagination and learn about the local gray whale species while enjoying a delicious treat to-go. Guests may purchase the signature Captain Gray Whale cookies at sea beans.
June 1 - 30
For more information about Terranea and to make reservations, please visit terranea.com/celebrate or call (866) 261-5873.
About Terranea Resort
Located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Terranea is the premier oceanfront resort in Southern California with 102 acres of unparalleled Pacific Ocean views. Terranea opened in 2009 and proudly celebrates more than 10 years of service and memorable guest experiences in this scenic Southern California enclave. The resort also offers world-class accommodations that range from hotel suites to bungalows, oceanfront casitas, and luxurious villas. Amenities include The Links at Terranea, a nine-hole, par-3 golf course; award-winning 50,000 sq. ft. oceanfront spa, fitness, and wellness center; four swimming pools and a 140-foot waterslide; marea luxury boutique; 135,000 sq. ft. of meeting space; and nine dining venues showcasing its farm-to-Terranea culinary philosophy utilizing local and seasonal ingredients. Terranea's bountiful land boasts herb and vegetable gardens, lemon groves, bee hives, farm-fresh eggs, a Sea Salt Conservatory, and more. In addition, the resort's team of expert Adventure Concierge members help guests discover and explore Terranea's rich terrain that includes miles of scenic coastal trails, a secluded beach cove, and ocean environments. Fun, enriching programs and activities such as falconry, archery, kayaking, and paddle boarding also abound. Terranea Resort is owned by a joint venture comprised of Lowe and JC Resorts, managed by CoralTree Hospitality Group, and is a member of the American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts program and Virtuoso Travel Network. Since its opening, Terranea Resort has been named one of Travel + Leisure's "500 Best Hotels in the World" and earned a spot on Condé Nast Traveler's "Readers' Choice Awards" and "Gold List." The resort also received the "Best of Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator and has been recognized numerous times on U.S. News & World Report's "Best U.S. Hotels" list. Terranea is designated a Great Place To Work-Certified™ company by Great Place to Work. To learn more about Terranea's enhanced standards of care Promise, please visit www.terranea.com/promise. For additional information about Terranea Resort, visit www.terranea.com, call 866.261.5873, or follow Terranea on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Terranea Resort | https://www.weau.com/prnewswire/2022/05/26/terranea-resort-invites-guests-celebrate-world-oceans-day/ | 2022-05-26 22:51:30 | 1 | https://www.weau.com/prnewswire/2022/05/26/terranea-resort-invites-guests-celebrate-world-oceans-day/ |
WASHINGTON - Fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, the economic toll of the opioid addiction and overdose crisis on the United States reached nearly $1.5 trillion in 2020 alone and is likely to grow, a congressional report seen by Reuters shows.
Opioid-related deaths soared during the pandemic, including from the powerful synthetic painkiller fentanyl, exacerbating an already tragic and costly nationwide crisis that accounted for 75% of the 107,000 drug overdose fatalities in 2021, according to U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data.
"It's equivalent to one 737 (jet) every day going down, no survivors. It's a mind boggling number of deaths," said Representative David Trone, who sits on the Congressional Joint Economic Committee (JEC) that issued the report.
The committee said in a Wednesday report that after adapting a method used by CDC scientists and adjusting for inflation, it found that the crisis cost the U.S. economy $1.47 trillion in 2020, a $487 billion increase from 2019.
The latest calculation represents a 37% increase from 2017, when the CDC last measured the cost.
"JEC is valuing all the various loss that happens with addiction. There's loss of productivity, folks in the job force, all the medical health costs, just a huge number of costs," said Trone, a Democrat who previously chaired the bipartisan U.S. Commission on Combating Synthetic Opioid Trafficking.
"The rise in fatal opioid overdoses in 2021 suggests the total cost is likely to continue to increase," the report said.
The report also highlighted racial inequalities within the crisis. Although opioid use is more common among white people, Black people accounted for 17% of U.S. fatal opioid overdoses in 2020 despite making up 12.5% of the population.
Black people have a harder time getting addiction treatment because they are less likely to have access to affordable healthcare and prescribed medications that can reduce the risk of fatal opioid overdoses, it said.
President Joe Biden announced on Friday nearly $1.5 billion to fund access to medications for opioid overdoses, sanctions against traffickers, and increased funding for law enforcement. (Reporting by Ahmed Aboulenein; Editing by Caroline Humer and Bill Berkrot) | https://www.unionleader.com/news/social_issues/report-opioid-addiction-cost-u-s-nearly-1-5-trillion-in-2020/article_650a57b1-19f9-5586-b6a8-58bfdf6e0784.html | 2022-09-28 16:49:32 | 0 | https://www.unionleader.com/news/social_issues/report-opioid-addiction-cost-u-s-nearly-1-5-trillion-in-2020/article_650a57b1-19f9-5586-b6a8-58bfdf6e0784.html |
Amusement park ride malfunction leaves people upside-down
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (KDKA) - It was a nightmare come true.
The Aero 360 stopped working and left riders hanging upside-down on Monday.
Some people who are on the ride said they were traumatized by the incident.
One witness said they remember hearing riders screaming for help.
Kennywood’s general manager said in a statement that maintenance staff responded quickly brought the ride back to its designated rest position and safely evacuated the riders, but did not say how long the riders were stuck.
The park spokesman said the Aero 360 will remain closed while maintenance workers continue their review and try to figure out what needs to be addressed.
At this point, they do not know what caused the malfunction.
The spokesman said the park inspects every ride every operating day and the rides have to pass before they can open the lines.
Copyright 2022 KDKA via CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.wcjb.com/2022/06/02/amusement-park-ride-malfunction-leaves-people-upside-down/ | 2022-06-02 13:01:50 | 1 | https://www.wcjb.com/2022/06/02/amusement-park-ride-malfunction-leaves-people-upside-down/ |
Unfounded fears of gunfire at a rap concert in Rochester, New York, sent a crowd rushing toward the exits in a stampede that killed one person and left two others fighting for their lives, authorities said.
The Memphis rap stars GloRilla and Finesse2tymes had finished performing Sunday night at Rochester’s Main Street Armory when people exiting the venue just after 11 p.m. began to surge dangerously, Police Chief David M. Smith said at a news briefing Monday.
“We do not have any evidence of gunshots being fired or of anyone being shot or stabbed at the scene,” Smith said.
Police made their way inside and found three badly injured women. One, age 33, died at a hospital. The two others were in critical condition Monday, police said. Seven additional people were treated at area hospitals for injuries that were not life-threatening.
“What began last night as a night of live music and fun for the performer GloRilla ended in tragedy with one person dead and two more fighting for their lives,” the chief said.
While there is no evidence of gunfire, Smith said, police are investigating several possible causes of the fatal surge, including “possibly crowd size, shots fired, pepper spray and other contributing factors.”
Mayor Malik Evans called the fatal stampede “totally unacceptable” and promised a through investigation into whether the venue’s operators had the necessary safety measures in place for a large crowd.
“We are going to hold people accountable for what happened last night, period,” Evans said, though he cautioned that it was too early in the investigation to assign blame. “I intend to get to the bottom of this.”
Emails requesting comment were sent Monday to the armory.
GloRilla, whose 2022 song “F.N.F. (Let’s Go)” with Hitkidd was nominated for a Grammy for best rap performance, tweeted that she was “praying everybody is ok.”
Fatal crowd surges have been a recurring disaster at concerts and other large events in the U.S. and around the world, including a 2021 concert by rapper Travis Scott in which 10 people died.
Built from 1905 to 1907 and initially used by the U.S. Army, Rochester’s armory hosted sporting events throughout the 20th century before being shut down for several years starting in the late 1990s, partly because it lacked a fire suppression system at the time.
It reopened after extensive renovations and began hosting concerts and other events in 2005. Its main arena is meant to have a capacity of around 5,000 people, Smith said. The city’s fire marshal will work with police to determine whether that capacity was exceeded Sunday, he said.
Mayor Evans said it was too early to say whether the venue’s next scheduled show, a Saturday performance by the rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, would be allowed to take place.
“If you go to a concert you do not expect to be trampled,” Evans said. “Your loved ones expect you to be able to come home and talk about the experience that you had at that great concert.” | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/national/1-dead-8-injured-in-upstate-new-york-concert-stampede/ | 2023-03-06 20:44:10 | 0 | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/national/1-dead-8-injured-in-upstate-new-york-concert-stampede/ |
ROME (AP) — A former Jesuit novice with a background in non-profit organizations was elected secretary-general of the Vatican’s preeminent charity Monday, opening a new phase for Caritas Internationalis following Pope Francis’ ouster of the past leadership over bullying complaints.
Alistair Dutton, currently chief executive of the Scottish chapter of Caritas, previously served as humanitarian director for the confederation of 162 national chapters that is one of the most visible aid groups around the world.
Advertisement
Article continues below this ad
During a general assembly in Rome, Caritas’ representatives elected Dutton secretary-general and tapped Kirsty Robertson, head of the Caritas’ Australia branch, as his vice president.
They round out the leadership team following the election over the weekend of Tokyo Archbishop Tarcisio Isao Kikuchi as president.
The election was closely watched following Francis’ extraordinary decision in November to fire the Caritas Internationalis president, secretary=general, vice presidents, treasurer and ecclesiastic assistant after an outside investigation found “real deficiencies” in management that had affected staff morale at the Caritas secretariat in Rome.
Advertisement
Article continues below this ad
There was no evidence of financial wrongdoing or sexual misconduct. But former employees described a toxic workplace environment in which staff members were bullied, harassed and humiliated.
In remarks reported by Caritas, Dutton promised to use his new role to drive the confederation forward.
“I promise to listen humbly, to reflect thoughtfully and to build bridges,” he was quoted as saying. | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/world/article/vatican-s-caritas-internationalis-gets-new-18100237.php | 2023-05-15 18:10:52 | 1 | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/world/article/vatican-s-caritas-internationalis-gets-new-18100237.php |
It takes a village for a physician intern to compete in a baking show.
OAKLAND, Calif., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- How does a Highland Hospital resident intern manage to compete in a televised baking competition while completing her residency at the same time? With a lot of help from her colleagues.
"This is wild, to be honest. When you're a resident, you don't have time to eat, sleep and survive. Who goes and does a TV show during their intern year of residence?" said Dr. Omonivie Agboghidi, resident physician in the Highland Hospital department of emergency medicine at Alameda Health System.
Dr. Agboghidi teamed up with her best friend Yuki Burton to audition for the second season of the musical-themed baking show Baking It!. Hosted by Maya Rudolph and Amy Poehler, Baking It! is judged by a panel of grandmothers who award a broach and $50,000 to the winning team. When the duo found out they were cast, Dr. Agboghidi was excited but hesitant to take on the challenge during such a critical time in her medical training.
"But the chief residents said, 'Absolutely, you have to do it.' Our program does a really good job of balancing out our schedules so we can have a life and wellness… The residency program directors got together and played Tetris with our schedules to make sure all the services had coverage," said Dr. Agboghidi.
Over six episodes, Dr. Agboghidi and Burton wowed the judges with delicious flavors and intricate designs that propelled them all the way to the final round. Their second bake was a "white coat syndrome cake" that represented Dr. Agboghidi's passion for providing compassionate, culturally competent care to her patients. Though they did not take home first place, judges called their final bake, a three-tiered Juneteenth cake, a work of art.
"I absolutely want to thank my Highlanders in the Emergency Medicine Program for supporting me and being in the corner of my kitchen. There are a lot of bakers in my residency and I would talk to them about techniques and ideas… It's like a big family and I always feel supported," said Dr. Agboghidi.
"We could not be prouder of Dr. Agboghidi. She does everything with excellence and passion – including complex baking challenges! Celebrating this win has been such a joy for the whole department," said Charlotte Wills, interim chair and residency program director at Alameda Health System.
"We are so thrilled to be able to support Dr. Agboghidi in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. How often do you get to be cast on a national television show to do something so fun? It really was a joint effort, not only from the interns and residents of our emergency medicine program, but also from other programs as well. We couldn't be prouder of Dr. Agboghidi and everyone that gave of themselves to make this happen," said Dr. David Duong, interim program director and associate program director in the department of emergency medicine at Alameda Health System.
About Alameda Health System
Alameda Health System (AHS) is a leading public integrated health care provider and medical training institution recognized for its world-class patient and family-centered care. AHS provides comprehensive medical treatment, health promotion and disease prevention throughout our integrated network of hospitals, clinics and health services. AHS includes three acute care hospitals, four ambulatory care wellness centers, four post-acute facilities and the only psychiatric emergency department in Alameda County. AHS is committed to promoting wellness and optimizing the health of the community through the mission of caring, healing, teaching and serving all. For more information, visit AlamedaHealthSystem.org.
CONTACT:
Eleanor Ajala
Manager, Media and Communications
Alameda Health System
(510)421-9222
eajala@alamedahealthsystem.org
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Alameda Health System | https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/10/alameda-health-system-resident-physician-omonivie-agboghidi-is-finalist-tv-show-baking-it/ | 2023-01-10 22:10:21 | 1 | https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/10/alameda-health-system-resident-physician-omonivie-agboghidi-is-finalist-tv-show-baking-it/ |
Houston vs. Auburn: Betting Trends, Record ATS, Home/Road Splits - Second Round
The No. 9 seed Auburn Tigers (21-12) are 5.5-point underdogs in their second round NCAA Tournament matchup against the No. 1 seed Houston Cougars (32-3) on Saturday at 7:10 PM on TBS. The winner advances to the Sweet 16 in the Midwest Region bracket. The point total is set at 131.5 in the matchup.
Houston vs. Auburn Odds & Info
- Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023
- Time: 7:10 PM ET
- TV: TBS
- Where: Birmingham, Alabama
- Venue: Legacy Arena at BJCC
Bet with the King of Sportsbooks! Check out the latest odds and place your bets with BetMGM Sportsbook.
Houston vs Auburn Betting Records & Stats
- The Cougars are 16-16-0 against the spread this season.
- This season, Houston has won 24 of its 27 games, or 88.9%, when favored by at least -250 on the moneyline.
- The moneyline for this contest implies a 71.4% chance of a victory for the Cougars.
- Auburn is 16-14-0 ATS this year.
- The Tigers have been listed as an underdog of +200 or more on two occasions this season and lost both games.
- Auburn has an implied victory probability of 33.3% according to the moneyline set by sportsbooks for this matchup.
Houston vs. Auburn Over/Under Stats
Additional Houston vs Auburn Insights & Trends
- Houston has covered the spread twice, and is 9-1 overall, over its past 10 games.
- In their past 10 contests, the Cougars have hit the over four times.
- Auburn has gone 4-6 over its last 10 games, with a 5-5 record against the spread in that span.
- The Tigers have hit the over in six of their last 10 games.
- The Cougars score 7.4 more points per game (74.7) than the Tigers give up (67.3).
- Houston is 14-8 against the spread and 25-0 overall when scoring more than 67.3 points.
- The Tigers put up an average of 73 points per game, 16.6 more points than the 56.4 the Cougars give up.
- Auburn is 13-12 against the spread and 19-9 overall when it scores more than 56.4 points.
New to BetMGM Sportsbook? We've got the best offer for new users! Be sure to use our link to get this great bonus for first-time depositors.
Houston vs. Auburn Betting Splits
Houston vs. Auburn Home/Away Splits
Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.
© 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved. | https://www.kwch.com/sports/betting/2023/03/18/houston-vs-auburn-college-basketball-second-round-betting-trends-stats/ | 2023-03-17 18:05:09 | 0 | https://www.kwch.com/sports/betting/2023/03/18/houston-vs-auburn-college-basketball-second-round-betting-trends-stats/ |
Ford seeks patent to repossess cars remotely
Published: Mar. 2, 2023 at 1:24 PM EST|Updated: 44 minutes ago
(CNN) - Ford has applied for a patent for technology that lets vehicles repossess themselves.
If owners ignore warnings about missed payments, the system starts with disabling features such GPS, air conditioning, cruise control and the radio.
And it could emit irritating sounds when the driver is there.
Next, it could lock the owner out.
If the owner still doesn’t act, the vehicle may drive itself to a spot for a tow truck to pick it up - or to an impound lot, repossession agency or lending institution.
And if repossession costs more than the vehicle is worth, it could drive itself to a junkyard.
Copyright 2023 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.wistv.com/2023/03/02/ford-seeks-patent-repossess-cars-remotely/ | 2023-03-02 19:09:30 | 0 | https://www.wistv.com/2023/03/02/ford-seeks-patent-repossess-cars-remotely/ |
Amazon has dropped the price on several Instant Pot pressure cookers in a new online sale.
The home cook deals feature pressure cookers and an air fryer combo option with up to 30% off select models.
Most notably, the popular 8-Quart Instant Pot Duo Plus unit is included in the sale. The 9-in-1 pressure cooker can cook rice, steam, sauté, make yogurt, warm and sterilize.
Plus free, fast shipping is available for the pressure cookers, which are eligible for Prime delivery.
Here’s a look at some of the discounts you can find on Instant Pots on Amazon now.
- Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker (8 Quarts) for $105, instead of $150
- Instant Pot Duo Crisp Ultimate Lid, 13-in-1 Air Fryer and Pressure Cooker Combo (6.5 Quarts) for $200, instead of $230
- Instant Pot Duo Plus, Whisper Quiet 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker (6 Quarts) for $110, instead of $150
- Instant Pot Duo Crisp Pressure Cooker 11 in 1 (8 Quarts) for $168, instead of $222
You can shop for more Instant Pot deals on Amazon or outfit your pressure cooker with these accessories that are also on sale.
- Instant Pot Official Mesh Steamer Basket (Set of 2) for $21, instead of $37
- Instant Pot Genuine Stainless Steel Inner Cooking Pot (6 Quarts) for $33, instead of $35
- Instant Pot Official Round Cook/Bake Pan with Lid & Removable Divider for $17, instead of $18
- Instant Pot, Orange Official Silicone Roasting Rack for $11, instead of $14
- Instant Pot Official Silicone Mitt for $13, instead of $18
Find more Instant Pot accessories on Amazon here.
RELATED STORIES ABOUT SHOPPING TIPS AND DEALS:
The best electric bikes to buy in 2023, according to reviews
Amazon deals: There’s a major sale on Ninja Air Fryers right now
Lego reveals ‘Jurassic Park’ 30th anniversary sets: When to preorder
Our journalism needs your support. Please subscribe today to NJ.com.
Dawn Magyar can be reached at dmagyar@njadvancemedia.com. Have a tip? Tell us at nj.com/tips. | https://www.nj.com/shopping-deals/2023/03/amazon-deals-these-instant-pots-are-on-sale-up-to-30.html | 2023-03-18 17:23:32 | 0 | https://www.nj.com/shopping-deals/2023/03/amazon-deals-these-instant-pots-are-on-sale-up-to-30.html |
The Department of Agriculture has conditionally approved a new vaccine meant to protect honeybees from a bacterial disease that can affect the bee's larvae.
Copyright 2023 NPR
The Department of Agriculture has conditionally approved a new vaccine meant to protect honeybees from a bacterial disease that can affect the bee's larvae.
Copyright 2023 NPR | https://www.knau.org/2023-01-08/a-new-vaccine-will-protect-honeybees-from-a-bacterial-disease-affecting-their-larvae | 2023-01-08 13:35:34 | 0 | https://www.knau.org/2023-01-08/a-new-vaccine-will-protect-honeybees-from-a-bacterial-disease-affecting-their-larvae |
By STEVE MEGARGEE
AP Sports Writer
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Both defenses were feeling good about themselves after the first of two days of joint practices between the Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints before the teams face off in an exhibition game Friday. The frequent mistakes by Green Bay’s offense had reigning MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers offering a reminder that the Packers must avoid repeating those errors now that the regular season is drawing closer. Green Bay’s defense shut down a Saints offense that featured Andy Dalton and Ian Book at quarterback with Jameis Winston sidelined by a sprained foot.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. | https://wtmj.com/ap-news/2022/08/16/rodgers-reminder-time-to-stop-avoiding-repeat-mistakes/ | 2022-08-17 04:03:09 | 0 | https://wtmj.com/ap-news/2022/08/16/rodgers-reminder-time-to-stop-avoiding-repeat-mistakes/ |
(EDITOR’S NOTE — Orlando Magic rookie and No. 1 overall draft pick Paolo Banchero offered a periodic diary for The Associated Press this season to chronicle his first year in the NBA. This is his sixth and final installment. His first talked about how he was preparing for Year 1, his second was on the learning curve, his third discussed the team’s improvement, the fourth followed his first appearance at All-Star weekend, and the fifth was on the stretch run of the season. He finished the year averaging 20.0 points and 6.9 rebounds.)
I think everyone knows what’s possible now.
Our season is over, but I think everyone can see where we’re headed and what we’ve got in front of us. This year was definitely a step forward and I think not making the playoffs just leaves everyone hungry — hungry for more.
We will be more motivated headed into next year, next season. Everybody around here is excited. Players, coaches, staff, everybody. I think we can all feel the energy now.
There were a lot of good moments. My favorite moment of the year maybe was playing in Portland. Just seeing all my friends and having all my family get to watch me play a game, I think that was fun. A good, good experience. It was a full circle moment, being home, having everybody there.
There’s a lot of work to do. I think, with all the games we play, you have to learn how to be able to try and lock in night in and night out. I think I did a better job of that later in the season. Obviously, I had a rough month of February, so being able to bounce back from that and just take it one game at a time, not get lost in all the traveling and all the games, took real focus. I think I did a pretty good job of that the whole year. But I think having to bounce back from a rough stretch made me focus even more.
I’m probably going to take the next two weeks off, then get back to really working, getting back on the court, get back to the AdventHealth Training Center and get to it. I’ll start really conditioning later in the summer. Right now, I’m just trying to build a plan because obviously, this is my first real offseason. I’m going to try to take advantage of it, work harder than I ever have. That’s the plan.
I want to be more consistent, more dangerous from 3-point range next season. There were stretches during this year where I shot the ball well. I just need to find the consistency. I think expanding my range in Year 2, then just getting in best shape I possibly can — I think I was in good shape this year, but just want to take it to another level. To get to where I want to be, everything’s just going to have to be kicked up a notch. And I’m looking forward to that.
It’s over now and I’m definitely mentally tired, physically tired. It was a long season. But now I know what to expect and where I need to train my body more heading into next year. It’s good that I made it through, that I was able to play the amount of games that I did and get into the offseason pretty much healthy.
If Rookie of the Year happens, it would mean a lot. I’ve said multiple times how much it would mean and how long I’ve wanted to win the award and whatnot. I’ve worked hard. But I also think I did a good job of not letting that cloud what we have here and what we have going on here. I didn’t let it mess up anything in terms of the way I was playing or the way we went about playing the game as a team.
It’s been a year now, almost, and Orlando definitely feels like home. It’s starting to really feel like home. I think the first couple months, obviously I was living there, but it didn’t really feel all the way like home. Now just being around the city, spending every day there — and I’ll be there in the offseason — yeah, I can call it home.
And I can’t wait for next season.
___
AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://www.pahomepage.com/sports/ap-sports/paolos-diary-reflecting-on-year-1-with-the-orlando-magic/ | 2023-04-10 22:04:36 | 1 | https://www.pahomepage.com/sports/ap-sports/paolos-diary-reflecting-on-year-1-with-the-orlando-magic/ |
NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WHY: New York, N.Y., May 31, 2022. Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: AUPH) between May 7, 2021 and February 25, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important June 14, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Aurinia securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Aurinia class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3851 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 14, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Aurinia was experiencing declining revenues; (2) Aurinia's 2022 sales outlook for LUPKYNIS would fall well short of expectations; (3) accordingly, Aurinia had significantly overstated LUPKYNIS's commercial prospects; (4) as a result, Aurinia had overstated its financial position and/or prospects for 2022; and (5) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Aurinia class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3851 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/.
Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Contact Information:
Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-1060
Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
Fax: (212) 202-3827
lrosen@rosenlegal.com
pkim@rosenlegal.com
cases@rosenlegal.com
www.rosenlegal.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Rosen Law Firm, P.A. | https://www.wcjb.com/prnewswire/2022/05/31/rosen-leading-ranked-firm-encourages-aurinia-pharmaceuticals-inc-investors-with-losses-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-securities-class-action-auph/ | 2022-05-31 17:15:46 | 0 | https://www.wcjb.com/prnewswire/2022/05/31/rosen-leading-ranked-firm-encourages-aurinia-pharmaceuticals-inc-investors-with-losses-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-securities-class-action-auph/ |
JERUSALÉN (AP) — TV egipcia anuncia tregua "inmediata" entre Israel y milicianos palestinos.
- Warriors coach Steve Kerr finally got sick of Jordan Poole
- Warriors reporter puts on TV clinic with Jordan Poole report
- Body of tech CEO who texted 911 before vanishing found
- SF tech firm lays off three-fourths of staff in two-week span
- OpenAI CEO says remote work was a huge mistake for tech
- People wait an hour for calamari at this Bay Area fish shack
- 5 injured in fire in San Francisco high-rise
- Floor angle shows how Warriors’ Kerr felt about wild Klay shot
- Calif. food expiration dates could change under proposed law
- Horoscope for Wednesday, 5/10/23 by Christopher Renstrom
- Popular Hawaii bay reportedly contaminated with fecal bacteria
- Bay Area social networking giant cuts 716 workers | https://www.sfgate.com/news/world/article/tv-egipcia-anuncia-tregua-inmediata-entre-18091075.php | 2023-05-10 16:32:44 | 1 | https://www.sfgate.com/news/world/article/tv-egipcia-anuncia-tregua-inmediata-entre-18091075.php |
A frontal system has given us some pretty good areas of some showers and thunderstorms today. We have seen a few of the thunderstorms at times on the hefty side and some of the rainfall at times was on the heavy side.
We will see the aforementioned frontal system slide off to the south of our area overnight and this will take most of the rain and thunderstorms with the system to our south.
We will start off our Friday with some cloud cover and some isolated leftover rainfall. By far we will see high pressure build into our area on our Friday and this will gradually clear out our skies.
We will see the dominance of high pressure control our weather forecast for most of the upcoming weekend. This will keep us filled with sunshine and staying on the mostly dry side.
By late in the weekend, we will see some more low pressure move back into our area. This low pressure will linger well into the next work week in our area. This will give our area some isolated to widely scattered showers and thunderstorms in our weather forecast for most of the upcoming work week.
By the way, the tropics will see a little system move its way into Florida over the next few days. This system will stay away from our viewing area; however, it will give Florida some great amounts of rainfall and thunderstorm activity.
Follow WTVA Weather on social media - Follow on Twitter | Follow on Facebook
Download the WTVA Weather app - iOS version | Android version
Sign up for WeatherCall - Open this link
List of storm shelters - Open this link
Closings - Open this link
What’s the difference between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning? - Open this link
Safe and unsafe places in severe weather - Open this link | https://www.wtva.com/weather/forecast/drier-weather-will-be-the-rule-for-our-friday/article_db127b2e-e2c9-11ec-827c-43d0025f1253.html | 2022-06-03 14:58:01 | 0 | https://www.wtva.com/weather/forecast/drier-weather-will-be-the-rule-for-our-friday/article_db127b2e-e2c9-11ec-827c-43d0025f1253.html |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.