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Authorities in Massachusetts are "working around the clock" to search for a mother of three young children missing since New Year's Day, police said.
Ana Walshe was last seen by a family member at her home in Cohasset around 4:05 a.m., January 1, Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley said at a press conference Friday.
The department tweeted Saturday that the search efforts are continuing with the help of Massachusetts State Police. They have urged the public to come forward with any information on Walshe.
The 39-year-old mother was apparently taking a ride share service to catch a flight from Boston Logan International to Washington, DC for her job last Sunday, Quigley said. It is still unclear to police if Walshe took the ride share, according to Quigley, and they are contacting ride share companies for information.
Investigators determined that Walshe never boarded a flight, Quigley said. Investigators have attempted to track Walshe's digital footprint as part of the investigation but so far have found no cell phone or credit card activity, he added.
Walshe is an executive for a company in DC working in property management, according to Quigley. He said she had a flight booked for January 3, but a work emergency prompted her to leave sooner.
Quigley said they received "simultaneous reports" on Wednesday from Walshe's husband and her employer in Washington regarding her disappearance.
Authorities in Cohasset and Washington have been searching for her but there has been no sign of Walshe in either location so far.
It is currently a missing person investigation and there is no evidence to support anything "suspicious or criminal," Quigley said.
"It's not normal that she's missing so we automatically feel like she's in danger from the mere fact that she's missing," he said. "Other than that, there's no evidence to support anything illegal."
"We're just trying to locate and get her home safely," Quigley said.
Walshe has three children between the ages of 2 and 6. She is described by police as 5 feet, 2 inches tall and weighing 115 pounds with brown hair, brown eyes, and an olive complexion.
It is believed that she speaks with an Eastern European accent, police said.
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By CIARÁN FAHEY
AP Sports Writer
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Katie Ledecky extended her record haul of medals from the world swimming championships to 22 with her latest 800-meter freestyle win on Friday.
Ledecky clocked 8 minutes, 8.04 seconds to win the event for the eighth consecutive time at a worlds or Olympic Games.
“I think back to London,” Ledecky said of her first win at the 2012 Olympics. “I made it a goal to not be a one-hit wonder and here we are 10 years later, so I’m really proud of that and still excited for the future as well.”
Ledecky finished more than 10 seconds ahead of her rivals. Australia’s Kiah Melverton was 10.73 behind in second and Italy’s Simona Quadarella 10.96 behind for third.
Ledecky was under four seconds off the world record she set at the 2016 Olympics.
“I’m happy with that,” she said. “Fastest I’ve been in a couple of years. So really good end to a great week.”
Ledecky is the first swimmer to win a specific individual event at five successive worlds.
It’s her 19th gold at a worlds and her fourth this week. She helped the United States win the 4×200 freestyle relay final on Wednesday, two days after she won the 1,500 freestyle, which came two days after she won the 400 freestyle on the first day of racing in Budapest.
She completed the 400/800/1,500 triple for the fourth time at a single worlds, more than all the other swimmers who managed the feat combined. Germany’s Hannah Stockbauer, Australia’s Grant Hackett and China’s Sun Yang each managed it only once.
Ledecky has the most medals for a female swimmer in world championships history. Only Michael Phelps, who won 26, has more.
And she’s not finished yet.
“This is just the start, which is tremendously exciting for me,” said Ledecky, who added changes to her approach are paying off.
“There have been a couple of things that are a little different – training with the men, Bobby (Finke) and Kieran (Smith) and Trey (Freeman), who are all here, to try to keep up as much as I can and they push me,” Ledecky said. “I hope that they feel that they’ve benefited from me being there, and just a lot of work on my stroke and and my rhythm.”
With one day of racing remaining at Duna Arena, the United States has 37 medals, just one short of the record 38 it claimed the last time Budapest hosted the worlds in 2017.
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George Floyd's murder: Kueng pleads guilty; Thao will have 'stipulated evidence' trial
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - One of the final two former Minneapolis police officers facing state charges in the murder of George Floyd has pleaded guilty.
J. Alexander Kueng pleaded guilty Monday morning to aiding and abetting manslaughter – the day his and co-defendant Tou Thao’s trial was set to begin with jury selection.
Both Kueng and Thao were charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter for Floyd's killing in May 2020.
In exchange for his guilty plea, Kueng's charge of aiding and abetting second-degree murder will be dropped. He is expected to be sentenced to 42 months (3.5 years) in prison for aiding and abetting manslaughter, which will run concurrently with his federal sentence. He is already serving three years in federal prison for violating Floyd's civil rights. A sentencing date hasn't yet been scheduled.
Thao agrees to stipulated evidence trial
Meanwhile, Thao on Monday agreed to a stipulated evidence trial, so there won’t be jury selection. Judge Peter Cahill will rule on the second count of the case – aiding and abetting manslaughter – from the bench based on evidence the prosecution and defense agree on.
If Thao is found guilty, the state agrees to drop the aiding and abetting murder count and Thao will be sentenced within the state guideline range, which is 41-57 months. Thao was sentenced to 42 months in federal prison.
The defense and prosecution have proposed Nov. 17 to provide all evidence and their written closing statements. Judge Cahill will have 90 days to make his determination once he receives all arguments and written closing statements.
In the infamous video showing Floyd's killing, Thao was shown holding back members of the crowd who had gathered as police held down Floyd. Kueng was shown kneeling on Floyd's midsection and lower body as Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck.
RELATED: Key George Floyd witness will not testify in upcoming trial
Thao and Kueng both previously rejected plea offers this past summer in the case. Both men have also already been convicted on federal charges of depriving Floyd of his civil rights. Thao and Kueng were both offed 36-month sentences to run concurrently with their federal sentence but opted to go to trial instead. Thao was sentenced to 3 ½ years (42 months) in federal prison while Kueng got three years in federal prison. Thao and Kueng said they would appeal their federal sentences.
RELATED: Derek Chauvin moved from Minnesota to federal prison in Arizona
Thao and Kueng began serving their federal sentences earlier this month.
Chauvin was convicted in April 2021 on murder charges for Floyd's killing. He was sentenced to 22 ½ years in prison for the killing. He also pled guilty to federal charges before the trial in January. Thomas Lane, the fourth and final officer involved in the killing, was convicted of federal charges and pled guilty to state charges. He received a three-year sentence on the state charges.
The fourth officer charged, Thomas Lane, pleaded guilty to state charges of second-degree aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter — creating an unreasonable risk. He was sentenced to 36 months in prison. Lane as pleaded guilty to federal charges of violating Floyd's civil rights and was sentenced to 2 and a half years in federal prison. | https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/kueng-pleads-guilty-thao-will-go-to-trial-in-george-floyds-murder | 2022-10-24 16:00:12 | 1 | https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/kueng-pleads-guilty-thao-will-go-to-trial-in-george-floyds-murder |
Four-Day Event in Las Vegas Will Feature Guest Speakers Walsh, Tai
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 3,000 members and allies of the United Steelworkers (USW) union from across the United States, Canada and the Caribbean will meet next week in Las Vegas to chart the future of the largest industrial union in North America during the union's International Constitutional Convention in Las Vegas.
It will be the USW's first in-person constitutional convention since 2017. More than 2,300 elected delegates, 600 observers, international officers and staff, and more than 100 international guests from unions in 22 countries, will gather under the banner "Everybody's Union."
The USW delegation represents 850,000 workers and retirees in a diverse array of industries including metals, mining, rubber, paper and forestry, oil refining, chemicals, natural gas, health care, renewable energy, communications, transportation, higher education and the public sector.
The proceedings will open at 10 a.m. on Aug. 8 in the MGM Grand Marquee Ballroom, and are expected to conclude by 5 p.m. on Aug. 11. USW International President Tom Conway will deliver a keynote address on the state of the union and the opportunities and challenges facing USW members and working families across North America.
Guest speakers are expected to include U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh, U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, and Mexican Senator and labor leader Napoleón Gómez Urrutia.
Updates from the proceedings will be made available daily on the union's convention site: convention.usw.org. A daily photo collection will be available at www.usw.org/flickr.
To sign up for text messages, text USWCVN to 47486 (U.S.) or to 32323 (Canada). Social media updates will be available at the following sites:
- Facebook.com/Steelworkers, Facebook.com/USWMetallos (Canada)
- Twitter.com/Steelworkers, @steelworkers, @steelworkersCA (Canada), #EverybodysUnion
- Instagram.com/Steelworkers, Instagram.com/uswmetallos
- YouTube.com/steelworkers
MEDIA: USW-issued credentials are necessary for reporters to gain access to the convention floor. E-mail Jess Kamm Broomell or R.J. Hufnagel of the USW using the information above for instructions on how to obtain credentials.
The USW is the largest industrial union in North America, representing workers in a range of industries including metals, mining, rubber, paper and forestry, oil refining, health care, security, hotels, and municipal governments and agencies.
Contact: Jess Kamm Broomell, jkamm@usw.org or R.J. Hufnagel, rhufnagel@usw.org
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NEW YORK, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA).
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This lawsuit is on behalf of a class of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Natera common stock between February 26, 2020, and April 19, 2022, inclusive.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until June 27, 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, Natera, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's non-invasive prenatal test, Panorama, was not reliable and resulted in high rates of false positives; (2) the Company's screening test for kidney transplant failure, Prospera, did not have superior precision compared to competing tests; (3) as a result of defendants' false and misleading claims about Natera's technology, the Company was exposed to substantial legal and regulatory risks; (4) Natera relied upon deceptive sales and billing practices to drive its revenue growth; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about the company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis.
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UTICA, N.Y. -- Kyla Jacobs was named the new executive director of the Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society by the board of directors.
Jacobs has a background as deputy director with a focus on animal welfare and is committed to helping animals that struggle.
She will officially begin her new role on Jan. 9 and will manage daily operations for the shelter. She will also lead fundraising programs, marketing and community engagement initiatives.
“I am extremely excited to move into this new chapter of my life while still being able to utilize the skills and experiences I've gained to further one of the pillar not-for-profits in the community. I have always had a passion for working with animals of all types and look forward to finding forever homes and improving the lives and quality of care for the pets in the Utica area. I plan to continue the great work the Anita's Steven Swan Humane Society team has done so far and move forward towards a bright future together," Jacobs said.
Prior to her new role, Jacobs served as deputy director of administrative operations for the Utica Zoo. She was also an exotic animal care intern at the Black Pine Animal Sanctuary in Indiana. She earned her bachelor's degree in biology from Utica University.
Anita's Stevens-Swan Humane Society provides care for abandoned, surrendered, lost, sick, injured and abused animals in the Oneida County area. | https://www.wktv.com/news/new-executive-director-named-at-anitas-stevens-swan-humane-society/article_66322a88-906c-11ed-88d4-1f50efd4a044.html | 2023-01-10 00:51:37 | 1 | https://www.wktv.com/news/new-executive-director-named-at-anitas-stevens-swan-humane-society/article_66322a88-906c-11ed-88d4-1f50efd4a044.html |
Coupons and other details to be shared on whitecastle.com, in social media and through Craver Nation in the White Castle app
COLUMBUS, Ohio , June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The arrival of summer means family gatherings, trips to the pool and hot deals from White Castle. The iconic hamburger chain has some craveable deals lined up for July and August including free food, discounted prices, and buy one, get one free (BOGO) offers that are sure to make summer even more enjoyable for those who crave White Castle.
"Summer is a season of fun, and we're doing our part to help create memorable moments," said Jamie Richardson, vice president at White Castle. "Our special offers will deliver financial relief this summer while providing quality food that Cravers have come to expect and deserve."
Some of the offers are available only to members of the Craver Nation customer loyalty program in the White Castle app. Craver Nation is free and simple to join. More information can be found at whitecastle.com/download-app.
In addition to the special deals scheduled to run in the third quarter of 2022, White Castle is also offering its 10-piece Chicken Rings for $2.99 ($3.99 in Arizona) and introducing the Bacon Ranch Chicken Ring Slider, a new limited-time item made with two all-white meat chicken rings, crispy bacon, and zesty, creamy Hidden ValleyÒ Original RanchÒ.
And if that's not enough, White Castle will be celebrating its nightly transformation from White Castle to "Night Castle." Night Castle soft drink cups, a specially designed Night Castle Crave Clutch, and brand-new Night Castle merchandise will remind Cravers that White Castle/Night Castle is the place to be for late-night fun and food.
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White Castle, America's first fast-food hamburger chain, has been making hot and tasty Sliders as a family-owned business for 101 years. Based in Columbus, Ohio, White Castle started serving The Original Slider® in 1921. Today White Castle owns and operates more than 350 restaurants dedicated to satisfying customers' cravings morning, noon and night and sells its famous fare in retail stores nationwide. The Original Slider, named in 2014 as Time magazine's "Most Influential Burger of All Time," is served alongside a menu of creatively crafted Sliders and other mouthwatering food options, including White Castle's Impossible™ Slider, named by Thrillist in 2019 as the "Best Plant-Based Fast-Food Burger." White Castle's commitment to maintaining the highest quality products extends to the company owning and operating its own meat processing plants, bakeries and frozen-food processing plants. In 2021, 100 years after the first Slider was sold, Fast Company named the fast-food pioneer one of the "10 Most Innovative Dining Companies." White Castle is known for the legendary loyalty of its team members, more than 1 in 4 of whom have worked for White Castle for at least 10 years, and also for its faithful fans ("Cravers"), many of whom compete each year for entry into the Cravers Hall of Fame. The official White Castle app, available at iTunes App Store or Google Play, makes it easy for Cravers to access sweet deals and place pickup orders at any time. They can also have their orders delivered using one of White Castle's delivery partners. For more information on White Castle, visit whitecastle.com.
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Michael Feinstein was supposed to play the Lied Center for Performing Arts on Mother’s Day in 2020. COVID-19, however, intervened and Feinstein was scheduled to make up the day on Valentine’s Day 2021.
Another COVID-19 surge scrubbed that performance, too.
So he’s coming to Lincoln on Friday, two days before Father’s Day, to finally play the show.
“Some things have been postponed multiple times. I’ve learned firsthand to go with the flow and that things happen in the way they’re supposed to,” Feinstein said by phone. “It’s made me very Zen.”
The routine is much the same in his lead-up to his shows.
“I really don’t put together a set list until just before I'm going to perform. It has to do with how I’m feeling at that time and what I feel should be performed that night.”
He'll sing some songs from “Gershwin Country,” the album he released this year on which he duets with country artists.
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“Obviously, I’ll be doing them solo — along with some some “standards" associated with me — because I haven’t been in Nebraska often, some of the songs will be vintage Michael Feinstein.”
“Gershwin Country,” which was recorded in 2019 but held for release until March of this year, brings the Ambassador of the Great American Songbook to Music City, paired with the likes of Rosanne Cash, Lyle Lovett, Allison Krauss and Lee Ann Womack on songs by George and Ira Gershwin.
“That was the idea, to try and bring together two great traditions,” Feinstein said. ”I just got an inspiration that the Gershwin songs are great stories in the lyrics and country is the last stronghold of singers doing songs that tell stories.
“When I’d tell people about it, they looked at me like I was ready for the loony bin. After it was finished, everybody got it. It turned out exactly as I had hoped. The end result is great singers doing great classics.”
The arrangements of songs are distinctly country, including “Someone to Watch Over Me,” sung with Krauss; “I Got Rhythm,” with Paisley; and “Soon,” with Womack, the album’s standout — “I’m glad you said that,” Feinstein said. “That’s not one of the best-known songs. But it might be my favorite."
That won’t be the case Friday, when Feinstein sings the songs that, over the last century, have become enduring classics.
“The craft of the songs are timeless, just as Shakespeare is timeless, or listening to Beethoven’s Ninth or seeing a Da Vinci drawing,” Feinstein said. “They’re all art that transcends the ages. I believe these songs, standards, have that resonance today.”
Feinstein, 65, was drawn to the Great American Songbook for as long as he can remember. His older brother and sister listened to pop while they were growing up in Ohio. But not little Michael.
“It was these songs that appealed to me as a child,” he said. “At 5 years old, I started picking them out on piano. It’s the music I love, that has stayed with me for my whole life. … It’s gratifying to be able to sing them for multiple generations.”
A musical anthropologist as well as the most acclaimed interpreter of the Great American Songbook going, Feinstein worked extensively with Ira Gershwin, including creating an archive of his work and that of his brother. Feinstein is a member of the National Recording Preservation Board, dedicated to preserving America’s musical treasures and founded the Great American Songbook Foundation.
That foundation, Feinstein said, not only preserves and researches the songbook, but through its camps and scholarship programs is bringing a new generation of singers to follow in Feinstein’s footsteps.
Feinstein will be able to show the new generation how to do it later this summer during a run of shows in Carmel, Indiana, the home of the foundation and its “boot camp.”
His Lied performance will showcase his ability to sing the timeless classics so effortlessly.
“It comes from a deep connection with the songs themselves, with experience having performed them for years,” Feinstein said. “It’s storytelling, it’s acting. It’s the most natural thing. I’ve done it for so many years. I’m happy I get to keep doing it … and to get to Lincoln to sing.”
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(NEXSTAR) – Have you ever wondered what kind of plant you’ve come across while on a hike? Or maybe you took a picture of a dog and want to know what breed it is? Either way, there’s an iPhone tool for that.
It’s called Visual Look Up, and all it takes is an internet connection and a photo.
Let’s say, for example, you capture a picture of a plant, like this one.
When you view it in your Apple Photos app on your iPhone or iPad – or by touching and holding the photo in apps like Notes, Mail, or Messages – you’ll also see the Info button (an i in the center of a circle).
By selecting that button, you’ll open an information menu. This will include information such as where the photo was taken, when, and with which device. It will also prompt another icon (or maybe two) to appear on the photo. That additional icon may be a leaf, if there is a plant in the photo, or a paw print if there is a pet.
You can see an example of this here.
Tapping on that icon will open Siri Knowledge search results for the photo.
If the Info button doesn’t have a star on it, Visual Look Up isn’t yet available for the photo.
The tool can also detect landmarks, works of art, and books. It may not work on every photo, though.
According to Apple, Visual Look Up is only available on iPhones with iOS 15 or later. Visual Look Up is available for a variety of iPads, including: Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) or later, Pro 11-inch (all models), Air (3rd generation) or later, iPad (8th generation) or later, or iPad mini (5th generation) or later. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/this-iphone-trick-helps-you-identify-plants-more-how-to-use-it/ | 2022-07-17 14:05:48 | 0 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/this-iphone-trick-helps-you-identify-plants-more-how-to-use-it/ |
Today in History
Today is Saturday, July 16, the 197th day of 2022. There are 168 days left in the year.
Today’s Highlight in History:
On July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 blasted off from Cape Kennedy on the first manned mission to the surface of the moon.
On this date:
In 1790, a site along the Potomac River was designated the permanent seat of the United States government; the area became Washington, D.C.
In 1862, Flag Officer David G. Farragut became the first rear admiral in the United States Navy.
In 1945, the United States exploded its first experimental atomic bomb in the desert of Alamogordo (ahl-ah-moh-GOHR’-doh), New Mexico; the same day, the heavy cruiser USS Indianapolis left Mare (mar-AY’) Island Naval Shipyard in California on a secret mission to deliver atomic bomb components to Tinian Island in the Marianas.
In 1951, the novel “The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger was first published by Little, Brown and Co.
In 1957, Marine Corps Maj. John Glenn set a transcontinental speed record by flying a Vought F8U Crusader jet from California to New York in 3 hours, 23 minutes and 8.4 seconds.
In 1964, as he accepted the Republican presidential nomination in San Francisco, Barry M. Goldwater declared that “extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice” and that “moderation in the pursuit of justice is no virtue.”
In 1980, former California Gov. Ronald Reagan won the Republican presidential nomination at the party’s convention in Detroit.
In 1999, John F. Kennedy Jr., his wife, Carolyn, and her sister, Lauren Bessette (bih-SEHT’), died when their single-engine plane, piloted by Kennedy, plunged into the Atlantic Ocean near Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts.
In 2004, Martha Stewart was sentenced to five months in prison and five months of home confinement by a federal judge in New York for lying about a stock sale.
In 2008, Florida resident Casey Anthony, whose 2-year-old daughter, Caylee, had been missing a month, was arrested on charges of child neglect, making false official statements and obstructing a criminal investigation. (Casey Anthony was later acquitted at trial of murdering Caylee, whose skeletal remains were found in December 2008; she was convicted of lying to police.)
In 2015, a jury in Centennial, Colorado, convicted James Holmes of 165 counts of murder, attempted murder and other charges in the 2012 Aurora movie theater rampage that left 12 people dead. A gunman unleashed a barrage of fire at a recruiting center and another U.S. military site a few miles apart in Chattanooga, Tennessee, killing four Marines and a sailor before he was shot to death by police; authorities identified the gunman as Kuwaiti-born Muhammad Youssef Abdulazeez of Tennessee.
In 2016, Republican presidential nominee-apparent Donald Trump formally introduced his running mate, Mike Pence, during an event in New York, hailing the Indiana governor as his “first choice” and his “partner in the campaign” a day after announcing the selection on Twitter.
Ten years ago: Singer Kitty Wells, whose hits such as “Making Believe” and “It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels” made her the first female superstar of country music, died at age 92.
Five years ago: Ten people died at a popular swimming hole in Arizona’s Tonto National Forest after a rainstorm unleashed a flash flood. Roger Federer won a record-breaking 8th Wimbledon title, beating Marin Cilic (CHIHL’-ihch) 6-3, 6-1, 6-4. British actor Jodie Whittaker was announced as the next star of the long-running science fiction series “Doctor Who” — the first woman to take a role that had been played by a dozen men over six decades.
One year ago: A federal judge in Texas ruled illegal an Obama-era program that prevented the deportation of thousands of immigrants who were brought into the U.S. as children. Rapper and DJ Biz Markie, known for the 1989 song “Just a Friend,” died at the age of 57. The Eiffel Tower reopened to tourists for the first time in nearly nine months, even as France introduced new rules aimed at warding off a fourth surge; they included mandatory COVID-19 passes to enter restaurants and tourist venues.
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HOUSTON, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Salient Midstream & MLP Fund (the "Fund") (NYSE: SMM) announced today that it will hold a Special Shareholder Meeting on September 1, 2022 at which shareholders will vote on the reorganization of SMM with and into Salient MLP & Energy Infrastructure Fund ("SMAPX") (the "Reorganization"). SMAPX is an open-end fund that is a series of Salient MF Trust with approximately $849 million in net assets and is also managed by Salient Capital Advisors, LLC, the investment adviser of SMM, using a similar investment strategy. As previously announced, the record date for shareholders entitled to vote on the Reorganization is August 10, 2022. If shareholders approve the Reorganization, the Fund intends to complete the Reorganization as soon as possible after the shareholder vote. Therefore, the Fund is also announcing that it intends to pay cash and not reinvest distributions through the Fund's Dividend Reinvestment Plan for any future distributions, including the third quarter distribution and special distribution recently announced.
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GUELPH, Ontario, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Canadian Solar Inc. (the "Company" or "Canadian Solar") (NASDAQ: CSIQ), today announced that it held its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders on June 22, 2022. Each of the proposals submitted for shareholder approval was approved. Specifically, the shareholders approved:
1. The election of Dr. Shawn (Xiaohua) Qu, Dr. Harry E. Ruda, Mr. Andrew (Luen Cheung) Wong, Mr. Lap Tat Arthur Wong, Ms. Lauren C. Templeton, Mr. Karl E. Olsoni, Mr. Leslie Li Hsien Chang, Mr. Yan Zhuang and Dr. Huifeng Chang each as a director of the Company until the next annual meeting of shareholders of the Company or until their successors are elected or appointed;
2. The re-appointment of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Certified Public Accountants LLP as the auditors of the Company until the close of the next annual meeting of shareholders of the Company at such remuneration as may be fixed by the directors and the authorization of the directors of the Company to fix such remuneration;
3. A special resolution authorizing and approving the continuance of the Company from the provincial jurisdiction of the Province of British Columbia under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) to the provincial jurisdiction of the Province of Ontario under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario).
About Canadian Solar Inc.
Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and is one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. It is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 20 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered around 71 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built and connected over 6.6 GWp in over 20 countries across the world. Currently, the Company has around 800 MWp of solar projects in operation, 5.3 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 18.5 GWp of projects in pipeline (mid- to early-stage). Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry, having been publicly listed on the NASDAQ since 2006. For additional information about the Company, follow Canadian Solar on LinkedIn or visit www.canadiansolar.com.
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The police blotter is a public record of incidents as reported by law-enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty. The information printed is preliminary and subject to change.
• 2:09 pm, suspicious conditions, 900 block of 11th Street SE.
• 3:02 pm, theft, 500 block of Sea Bird Drive SW.
• 4:54 pm, fraud, 500 block of Highway 101.
• 5:25 pm, shoplifter, 60 block of 10th Street SE.
• 8:41 pm, disturbance, 83200 North Bank Lane.
• 9:18 am, juvenile problem, 500 block of 9th Street SW.
• 10:41 am, shoplifter, 60 block of 10th Street SE.
• 12:57 pm, runaway juvenile, 11th Street SW and Oregon Avenue SW.
• 2:55 pm, runaway juvenile, 3200 block of Beach Loop Drive SW.
• 10:44 pm, civil problem, 50000 block of Highway 101.
• 12:32 am, animal complaint, 1000 block of 4th Street SE.
• 10:26 am, fraud, 700 block of Franklin Avenue SW.
• 1:24 pm, animal complaint, 52400 Highway 101.
• 8:18 pm, violation of restraining order, Filmore Avenue SE and 11th St SE.
• 8:27 pm, disturbance, 3000 block of Oregon Avenue SW.
• 8:41 pm, violation of restraining order, 800 block of Division Avenue NE.
• 9:15 pm, accident, Rosa Road and Barnekoff Lane.
• 10:51 am, motor vehicle accident, Highway 42 S, fire.
• 4:23 pm, shoplifter, 80 block of Michigan Avenue SE.
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UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (AP) — A Maryland man could receive life in prison without the possibility of parole after a jury convicted him of first-degree murder in the deaths of his 6-year-old sister and two young extended family members in a home in 2017.
Jurors deliberated for about two hours on Thursday in Prince George’s County court to find Antonio Shareek Willams guilty of murder and three first-degree child abuse charges, according to State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy’s office. Sentencing is set for May 19.
Williams, now, 30, had been accused in the fatal stabbings of sister Nadiara Janae Withers, along with visiting cousins 6-year-old Ajayah Royale DeCree and 9-year-old Ariana Elizabeth DeCree, news outlets reported. Williams had earlier confessed to the stabbings.
“I’m just happy these three innocent lives got the justice they deserve,” Kenneth Withers, the father of Nadiara Withers, said after the verdict.
The children were in Williams’ care at the time of their deaths, according to authorities, with his mother working an overnight nursing shift.
Prosecutors argued at trial that Williams was annoyed that the girls were making noise and running up and down the stairs at the Clinton home.
He grabbed a knife from the kitchen, stabbed the girls multiple times in their bedroom and put the knife away, according to prosecutors. Williams’ mother found the girls that morning.
Williams cleaned up the scene and the knife, but investigators found enough DNA evidence to link him to the stabbings, according to prosecutors.
“They should be enjoying their lives, pursuing their dreams, yet they were killed by a family member,” Braveboy said.
The case took a long time because of turnover within Braveboy's office, a change in defense attorneys and pandemic-related delays, said Jonathan Church, a prosecutor who helped take the case to trial. | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/maryland-man-found-guilty-in-stabbing-deaths-of-3-17748458.php | 2023-01-28 20:23:54 | 0 | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/maryland-man-found-guilty-in-stabbing-deaths-of-3-17748458.php |
Kinship Partners Hosts Crosby’s First “Fishing Buddies” Event
As the summer sun kept shining in Crosby’s Serpent Park, children and mentors from Kinship Partners’ Crosby chapter took to Serpent Lake on Thursday for their first ever Fishing Buddies event.
“A lot of kids in the program talked about wanting to go fishing. They don’t have that opportunity to maybe get in a boat and have their own stuff, and so I thought to myself, ‘Well, I have a lot of friends that, you know, they’re outdoorsmen and they love fishing and the outdoors,'” explained Kinship Partners Program Coordinator Tyler Scull. “They maybe don’t look at themselves as a mentor because they’re not a coach or a youth minister, but in fact, they are.”
As a whole, Kinship Partners works to connect kids with other community members in order to provide role models to children within the community.
“For 36 years now, we’ve been around. We also do school-based programs, Lunch Buddies, a peer-to-peer program,” said Scull. “All the facets of mentoring and building relationships and all the positive things that happen when you have someone in your corner that cares about you.”
While Kinship Partners aims to get kids involved with members of the community, events like this wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for local businesses such as Crosby’s own Oars-N-Mine.
“Oars-N-Mine, they provided the bait and [senior living center] Heartwood provided meals for all the adults and the volunteers and their parents,” added Scull. “We won’t will be able to run the way we need to for the community and not only the businesses, but the people. Kinship Partners needs to be a community-run program.”
Kinship Partners hopes that Fishing Buddies will become a tradition for their organization and the Cuyuna Lakes Area as a whole.
“We’ll hopefully continue getting kids in the boat. We might not have it be a giant orchestra of, you know, 12 boats or something like that, but we want to just try and get kids opportunities to just get in boats and fish, have fun,” explained Scull. “Find a hobby they like, but also just get out and about and be with adults and have kids on in their corner.”
Kinship Partners also hopes to continue its Lunch Buddies program to connect students with one another once the school year starts. More information on their programs can be found on their website.
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(NEXSTAR) – You feel a tickle in your throat or a pounding in your head. Or perhaps you’re trying to be cautious before a large family gathering. Maybe a friend you saw yesterday says they’ve tested positive for COVID-19. In any case, you take a COVID-19 test.
If your results are negative, does that mean you’re in the clear? Or is it possible you can test negative and still have the virus?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a negative COVID-19 test result does not necessarily mean you’re free of infection.
Both at-home and lab tests are looking for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. When used properly, they’ll show a positive result if SARS-CoV-2 is detected, and a negative result if it’s not. But even if the virus is not detected, it could still be there in small amounts.
If you have symptoms of the virus and still are testing negative, the CDC says, “You may have COVID-19, but tested before the virus was detectable, or you may have another illness, such as the flu.”
If you continue to have symptoms, you may want to test again 24 to 48 hours later, when your viral load may be higher. You may also consider getting a PCR test at a testing site, which is more sensitive and may detect the virus earlier in the infection cycle.
If you do not have symptoms, but you tested because you had a close contact with someone who was sick with the virus, the CDC says a negative result is likely accurate. “You are likely not infected, but an infection cannot be completely ruled out,” the agency advises.
The CDC emphasizes COVID-19 tests are good at detecting whether you currently are infected with the coronavirus. They do not indicate, however, whether you will have the virus and/or be contagious at any point in the future. That means you could test negative one day and test positive the next. That’s why the CDC recommends testing five days after an exposure, and then again one to two days later if you test negative.
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The Tennessee House's decision to expel two Democratic lawmakers on Thursday has prompted widespread accusations of racism and concerns about democracy, including from the former representatives themselves.
The vote came a week after three lawmakers interrupted a floor session with a megaphone, leading protesters in calls for stronger gun laws in the wake of the Nashville school shooting that left six people dead.
They said they were representing their constituents, while Republicans said they were leading an insurrection.
The Republican-controlled House voted along party lines to expel Reps. Justin Jones, D-Nashville, and Justin Pearson, D-Memphis — both Black lawmakers under the age of 30. Rep. Gloria Johnson, D-Knoxville, held on to her seat by a single vote, and later suggested that's because she is white.
Jones agrees. Speaking to Morning Edition on Friday, he accused Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton of having "trafficked in racial rhetoric and racism."
"This is the consequence of a body that wants to suppress not just our vote, but the votes of our districts that are majority Black and brown," Jones said. "I represent one of the most diverse districts in Tennessee, and so now those 78,000 people have been silenced."
Sexton has not responded to NPR's request for comment on Jones' claims. But he told reporters after the vote that the decision was based on "the actions of those three that they did on the House floor on that day," and the body needing to follow the proper "process and procedures."
Jones says the lawmakers decided to bring the protest to the House floor on March 30 out of frustration with the legislature's inaction on gun control and hope that they would listen to the young people who were rallying at the Capitol. They were the largest protests Nashville has seen in the past decade, he says.
Jones represents a part of the city and says the community is still grieving and processing the trauma of the Covenant School shooting in late March.
"People are calling for action, and the first action we get from the Tennessee general assembly is to expel members for calling for common-sense gun laws," Jones adds.
So what happens next? Jones' and Pearson's districts will hold special elections to fill their newly vacant seats, and their county commissions can appoint an interim lawmaker to serve until then.
When asked whether he will run in the special election, Jones says "we are looking at all options right now."
Member station WPLN reports that the Metropolitan Council — the legislative body of the consolidated city-county government of Nashville and Davidson County — will hold a special meeting on Monday, where they may vote to reappoint Jones.
Jones says many members of the council have said they will do so.
"Now the question is: Will Speaker Cameron Sexton allow us to be seated, or will he once again try and subvert the will of the voters?" Jones adds.
Sexton told reporters that if the council does reappoint the expelled lawmakers, "we'll go through that process when the time comes." According to Tennessee's constitution, lawmakers can't be expelled more than once for the same offense.
And if the council does reappoint Jones, will he return and demand his seat?
"Most definitely," he says.
Jones spoke to Morning Edition's Steve Inskeep about the events leading up to his expulsion and what he hopes to see now.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
Interview highlights
On whether expulsion is a fitting consequence for civil disobedience
This is not the natural consequence, this is the most extreme reaction that we saw that sets a very dangerous precedent for democracy. ... This is only the third time in Tennessee history that the House of Representatives has expelled its members, and the other times involved criminal or unethical activity. ... We were expelled for "breach of decorum," but in reality we were expelled for obedience to our oath of office to speak for our constituents and to make sure that our dissent and protest is marked for the journal when we see action that is injurious to the people.
On why lawmakers led the protest in the first place
Thousands of people — students, parents, teachers, grandparents, concerned community members — [were] here at the Tennessee Capitol, and the speaker refused to let them be heard. He refused to even let us talk about the issue of gun violence on the House floor that week. Any time we brought it up our microphones were cut off, we were ruled out of order, so we did not have even a venue to voice the grievances of our community. And so we had no other choice but to do something out of the ordinary and to try to stand in solidarity with disrupting business as normal, because business as normal was sticking our head in the sand when our children are dying.
On what House leadership did and didn't do after the protest
The next day the speaker already stripped my committees from me, he had my ID badge to the building turned off even though I was still a representative at the time, shut off my parking privileges to park at the legislature, and so that was the reaction that we saw.
But then because the speaker falsely mischaracterized our nonviolent peaceful protest and solidarity with the people as an insurrection, he escalated the situation not only against us but against those thousands of young people at the Capitol who were protesting, simply saying that they want to live, in the days following a mass shooting here in Nashville.
On whether he thinks lawmakers' youth, race and political leanings factored into their expulsion
That's absolutely correct. We're the two youngest Black lawmakers. I'm 27, Rep. Pearson is 28, and so we represent the voices of our generation. And race, most definitely. And I think Rep. Johnson said it, when she was not expelled and I was expelled — those were the first two cases heard — the news media asked and she said "I think it's because of skin color."
The audio interview was edited by Simone Popperl.
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ZANDVOORT, Netherlands (AP) — Max Verstappen produced a brilliant final lap to take pole position for Sunday’s Dutch Grand Prix just ahead of Charles Leclerc.
The Red Bull driver edged Leclerc’s Ferrari by just .021 seconds on Saturday to huge roars from Verstappen’s Orange Army of fans.
But the session was interrupted earlier when a flare was thrown onto the track. Governing body FIA said the culprit was removed from the stands by security.
“It’s just very silly to do. I mean, to hold flares it’s nice but there’s a limit to how much. But to throw it on the track is just stupid,” Verstappen said. “Just don’t do that, it’s no good for anyone. You get thrown out so you can’t see the race and for us the session is stopped because it’s dangerous when there’s stuff on the track.”
The widespread use of flares from Verstappen’s fans has been a concern at some races, particularly at the Red Bull Ring in Austria in July and at last weekend’s Belgian GP — both packed with Verstappen supporters.
Leclerc and his Ferrari teammate Carlos Sainz Jr. also condemned throwing flares on track.
“It’s dangerous, so don’t do these type of things. It’s good that there was a reaction (from) the security guys,” Leclerc said. “Obviously if a car is passing at that time it can create unnecessary risks so hopefully it won’t happen again.”
Sainz, who qualified in third, said there should be better control over when flares are used.
“It’s also important to let the fans know when it’s possible to use the flares and when it’s not. It was good that on the in-lap when Max took pole they used them, but not use them in the middle of the race or Lap 1 when we’re in the middle of fights,” Sainz said. “At 300 kph (186 miles per hour) with these cars you don’t want any kind of distraction from smoke. Hopefully the organization can do a good job in warning when it’s the time to use them, and when it’s not.”
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton was fourth with Verstappen’s teammate Sergio Perez qualifying in fifth.
Leclerc had the leading time and went even faster on his final run to pressure Verstappen. But a brilliant middle sector helped the Dutchman clinch his fourth pole of the season.
“It was a special qualifying, especially after yesterday which was tough.” Verstappen said. “We had to change the car.”
Moments after Verstappen crossed the line, Perez spun off the track to bring a yellow flag for the closing seconds.
A jubilant Verstappen was lifted up in the air rather easily by Dutch kickboxer Rico Verhoeven as the orange hordes cheered Verstappen’s second straight pole here.
“Yeah, I am enjoying it,” Verstappen said. “It’s just great to see the atmosphere, everyone’s having fun, enjoying themselves.”
Verstappen was quickest in the first qualifying run, known as Q1, just ahead of Hamilton.
Four-time F1 champion Sebastian Vettel (Aston Martin) and Daniel Ricciardo (McLaren) were among the five drivers eliminated. Vettel looked good for Q2 but went wide into gravel near the end of his final run.
“There was dust on the track, which I collected with the left side,” Vettel said. “There’s not much I could have done differently.”
The red flag came out at the start of Q2 after the flare was thrown and the session was halted for several minutes. But Alex Albon, the only driver on track at that point, also complained about “tons of pigeons” around the circuit located next to the beach.
Sainz topped Q2 from the competitive Mercedes of George Russell, but two-time F1 champion Fernando Alonso fluffed his last run and went out.
Russell starts from sixth on the grid ahead of Lando Norris (McLaren) and Mick Schumacher (Haas).
Verstappen won here last year, in front of Dutch King Willem-Alexander and his legions of orange-clad fans at the seaside track outside Amsterdam.
Leclerc led Saturday’s third and final practice by just .066 seconds from Russell and .161 ahead of Verstappen.
Leclerc is hopeful Ferrari can get “up close” to Verstappen in Sunday’s race while Sainz thinks Mercedes “are going to be as quick” as Ferrari.
After struggling in Belgium on the long Spa track, Mercedes looked far more comfortable on the high-banking Zandvoort track, where a gearbox failure limited Verstappen to seven laps in Friday’s first practice. He placed eighth in the second run.
Victory on Sunday would be a fourth straight for Verstappen and 10th of the season — his tally from last year — and push him closer to a second straight world title.
He leads Perez by 93 points and Leclerc by 98 with the Italian GP coming up next at Monza and only six races after that.
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BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) — A Vermont man pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder in the 2019 death of a woman whose remains were found in a gravel pit in Searsburg.
Deven Moffitt, 32, of Bennington, was also charged Friday with drug and gun felonies, according to the U.S. attorney's office. He was arraigned on the murder charge and entered his plea through his attorney, the Bennington Banner reported.
Moffitt was taken into custody Wednesday in the death of Jessica Hildenbrandt, 43, of Ballston Spa, New York, police said. Detectives determined that Hildenbrandt and Moffitt had been in a relationship while Moffitt was incarcerated in Vermont on a previous conviction, police said.
In March 2019, Hildenbrandt reported to the Windsor County state’s attorney’s office and later to state police that she feared for her life if Moffitt were to be released from prison, police said. She ultimately stopped cooperating with the investigation, and law enforcement was unable to pursue the matter further, police said.
In Sept. 17, 2019, a man reported finding what appeared to be a human jawbone at a gravel pit in Searsburg, police said. Police eventually found more remains at the site and last July the remains were identified through DNA analysis and her death was ruled a homicide.
As Moffitt was fleeing police who were trying to arrest him Wednesday, a witness saw him place a bag in a trash container, the U.S. attorney's office said. The bag contained more than 3,000 bags of suspected fentanyl, and distribution quantities of powder and crack cocaine as well as two loaded handguns, prosecutors said. When police caught Moffitt he had more than $16,000 in cash, prosecutors said.
On Friday, Moffitt was charged with possession with intent to distribute controlled substances; possession of a firearm having previously been convicted of a crime punishable by a prison term of more than a year; and possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.
A phone message was left with his state public defender. It was not immediately known if he’s being represented by a federal public defender on the federal drug and firearms charges. | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/Man-arraigned-in-woman-s-murder-faces-drug-gun-17218456.php | 2022-06-03 22:09:17 | 0 | https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/Man-arraigned-in-woman-s-murder-faces-drug-gun-17218456.php |
When George W. Bush was running for president in 2000, he spoke to the NAACP’s 91st annual convention, where he coined the phrase “the soft bigotry of low expectations.”
By that he meant the attitude held by some that if one is Black, it automatically means one should not be expected to achieve much in life because so many start off in circumstances that are difficult, if not impossible, to overcome.
Senator and Republican presidential candidate Tim Scott channeled Bush’s statement when he was a recent guest on “The View,” a highly partisan TV program that seems to hate all things Republican. Scott decided to go on the ABC show after host Joy Behar claimed Scott “doesn’t get racism.”
Scott indeed “gets” racism. As his friend, former Congressman Trey Gowdy has said, Scott has been stopped numerous times while driving simply because he is Black. Gowdy has also said guards at the U.S. Senate have delayed Scott from entering the building and asked for identification even while he was wearing his Senate pin.
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In his appearance on “The View” (Behar was conveniently “off” that day so he couldn’t confront his primary accuser), Scott said in response to claims by Behar and others that he and other successful Black Republicans are “exceptions not the rule” that it’s “a dangerous, offensive, disgusting message to send to our young people today.”
Indeed it is, and it’s also a far more subtle and less observable form of racism. If a Black child is told, overtly or covertly, he or she cannot succeed in life, many will internalize that message. Some will use it as an excuse to engage in crime, including the looting of stores and even shootings as we constantly witness in some of our major cities. Others will simply give up, or drop out of school, dooming far too many to a life of failure and antisocial behavior.
Scott tried to present evidence that despite racism, which he acknowledges exists, growing numbers of Black people are succeeding and ought to be seen not as exceptions, but examples for others to follow:
“The fact of the matter is we’ve had an African American president, African American vice president, we’ve had two African Americans to be secretaries of state. In my home city, the police chief is an African American who’s now running for mayor.”
Facts don’t matter to the left because a change in attitude would require a change in policies that are clearly not working to the benefit of too many Black people. Freeing Black children from poorly performing schools would be a meaningful first step, something Scott has long advocated and the left opposes, even while many, including elected officials, sent their kids to private schools.
This latest dust-up between the left and Scott reminds me of a visit I made with the Rev. Jesse Jackson to an all-Black middle school in the mid-1980s. Jackson told the young people not to have babies until they are married, to stay off drugs and to study hard. Any conservative could have given that speech. I recall urging him to speak less of politics and more about what he told those students. Alas, he did not follow my advice, but his challenge to those students was one more of them needed to hear.
“We Shall Overcome” was a powerful song when Black Americans were trying to overcome the racism of their day. A new one might be called “We Have Overcome,” sung to inspire people who did what Jackson advised and who should urge others to follow the example of the successful. | https://greensboro.com/opinion/columnists/cal-thomas-soft-bigotry-vs-hard-bigotry/article_6bb2b7f4-054a-11ee-a50c-5fa49c600693.html | 2023-06-08 15:17:06 | 1 | https://greensboro.com/opinion/columnists/cal-thomas-soft-bigotry-vs-hard-bigotry/article_6bb2b7f4-054a-11ee-a50c-5fa49c600693.html |
Josh Bell Player Prop Bets: Guardians vs. Royals - June 28
Published: Jun. 28, 2023 at 10:24 AM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Josh Bell -- .143 average over his past 10 games -- will be in action for the Cleveland Guardians versus the Kansas City Royals, with Austin Cox on the mound, on June 28 at 8:10 PM ET.
In his last game he had a hitless showing (0-for-4) against the Royals.
Josh Bell Game Info & Props vs. the Royals
- Game Day: Wednesday, June 28, 2023
- Game Time: 8:10 PM ET
- Stadium: Kauffman Stadium
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo!
- Royals Starter: Austin Cox
- TV Channel: BSKC
- Hits Prop: Over/under 1.5 hits (Over odds: +195)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/under 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +500)
- RBI Prop: Over/under 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +145)
- Runs Prop: Over/under 0.5 runs (Over odds: +100)
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Josh Bell At The Plate
- Bell is batting .227 with 15 doubles, seven home runs and 35 walks.
- Bell has had a hit in 44 of 70 games this season (62.9%), including multiple hits 10 times (14.3%).
- He has hit a long ball in 10.0% of his games in 2023, and 2.5% of his trips to the dish.
- In 40.0% of his games this season, Bell has driven in at least one run. In four of those games (5.7%) he recorded two or more RBI.
- He has scored at least one run 13 times this season (18.6%), including one multi-run game.
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Royals Pitching Rankings
- The pitching staff for the Royals has a collective 8.4 K/9, which ranks 21st in the league.
- The Royals have a 5.11 team ERA that ranks 28th among all MLB pitching staffs.
- Royals pitchers combine to rank 18th in baseball in home runs given up (91 total, 1.2 per game).
- Cox gets the call to start for the Royals, his first of the season.
- The 26-year-old left-hander came out of the bullpen in his most recent outing this season, one of six appearances so far.
- In his six games this season, opposing hitters have compiled a batting average of just .053 against him. He has a .00 ERA and averages 9.5 strikeouts per nine innings.
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FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A local program is aiming to create more diversity in newsrooms across the San Joaquin Valley.
The Institute for Media and Public Trust launched the Central Valley Journalists of Color program in 2020 to mentor young journalists.
Students who are interested will be offered a five-year pathway to a journalism degree, which includes hands-on training and mentorship as part of the program.
Program supporters say that newsrooms across the United States are not as diverse as they should be, leading to communities being left unrepresented and stories not being told that needed to be told.
The program begins when students apply in the fall as high school seniors. After students are selected, they will attend regular workshops, talk to academic advisors to be prepared for college, and get a mentor assigned through the duration of the program.
Students have the option to start the program at Fresno City College before transferring to Fresno State. During the five-year program, students will work with The kNOw Youth Media to get hands-on experience and will receive $300 per month for nine months each academic year.
High school seniors interested can fill out this form.
For more information or to donate click here. | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/education/this-fresno-program-is-paying-student-journalists-of-color/ | 2022-10-12 22:13:47 | 1 | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/education/this-fresno-program-is-paying-student-journalists-of-color/ |
So much of the talk about Georgia last year focused on a defense that produced five NFL first-round draft picks.
The Bulldogs’ defense showed no sign of dropping off against No. 11 Oregon, but it was the offense that was front and center statistically in a 49-3 win Sunday.
The No. 3 and defending national champion Bulldogs became the second team in 15 seasons to score a touchdown on its first seven possessions against a ranked opponent.
The seven TD drives ranged from six to 12 plays, the first six under the direction of quarterback Stetson Bennett. Backup Carson Beck was in the game for the seventh. The streak ended when they went three-and-out on their first full series of the fourth quarter.
Last year Ohio State reached the end zone on its first seven drives, all in the first half, against then-No. 9 Michigan State.
BLOCK THAT KICK
FBS kickers have been pretty much automatic on extra points, having converted 577 of 586 this season. Of the nine misses, three were blocked — none bigger than Shyheim Brown’s deflection of Damian Ramos’ try on the final play of Florida State’s 24-23 win over LSU on Sunday.
In the past 20 years, according to Sportradar, no previous one-point game involving an FBS team had ended with the winning team blocking an extra point with no time left in the fourth quarter.
Kickers for Baylor and Akron also had extra-point tries blocked over the weekend.
SCORING EXPLOSION
Appalachian State’s 40 points in the fourth quarter of its 63-61 loss to North Carolina were the most by a team in a quarter since BYU hung 42 on Massachusetts in the second in 2019 and most by a team in a fourth quarter in 20 years, according to Sportradar.
According to Stats Perform, Saturday marked the first time an FBS team scored at least 60 points and lost and an FBS scored fewer than 10 points and won on the same day. Iowa turned a field goal and two safeties into a 7-3 win over South Dakota State.
ROCK CHALK RUN
Kansas heads to West Virginia this week with a shot of confidence from some of its offensive feats, albeit against Tennessee Tech of the Championship Subdivision.
The Jayhawks’ average of 9.9 yards per carry was their highest in a game since at least 2000. Their 297 rushing yards were their most since they had 508 against Rutgers in 2018.
Kansas’ won 56-10, scoring its most points in an opener since 1912 and most in a home game since a 76-39 win over Nebraska in 2007.
RULE OF 70
Wisconsin, in a 38-0 win over Illinois State, was the first FBS team in four years to have a run, pass and interception return of at least 70 yards in the same game.
Braelon Allen’s 96-yard touchdown against Illinois State was the longest run from scrimmage in program history, John Torchio set a school record with a 100-yard interception return and Chimere Dike turned a short pass into a 74-yard gain for the longest completion in quarterback Graham Mertz’s career.
Middle Tennessee was the previous team with 70-yard plays three different ways, doing it against Old Dominion in 2018. No Big Ten team had done it since 2003.
‘AIR’ AIR FORCE
Haaziq Daniels put the air in Air Force on his first pass attempt of the season.
The Falcons, whose triple-option offense has had a run-pass ratio of nearly 90-10 the past two seasons, scored their first touchdown in a 48-17 win over Northern Iowa on Daniels’ 80-yard pass to Dane Kinamon.
Air Force faced third-and-12 from its 20 when Daniels scrambled to his left and threw to Kinamon, who had his defender beat by 5 yards and caught the ball in stride.
It was Air Force’s longest pass since Daniels’ school-record 92-yarder against Colorado State last year.
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AP Sports Writer Steve Megargee in Wisconsin contributed to this report.
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With Thanksgiving only a couple of weeks away, we’re sure you’re in the middle of trying to plan the perfect holiday meal. Whether it’s using your favorite turkey recipe, choosing the perfect side dishes, or deciding on a new dessert to top off the meal, Thanksgiving dinner is one of the highlight meals of the year.
But what about breakfast on that busy cooking day? Even on Thanksgiving morning, everyone is going to wake up hungry and want to eat. You can kick off the holiday food festivities with this adorable cinnamon roll turkey!
These sweet and savory little turkeys come from the Pillsbury kitchen. We love that they start with refrigerated dough, which means less time working on food. And, on Thanksgiving Day, that is essential.
To make the cinnamon roll turkeys, you’ll need:
- 1 can (17.5-ounce) refrigerated Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls with Original Icing (5 Count)
- 10 slices bacon
- 10 candy eyeballs
- 5 pieces candy corn
- 5 red mini candy-coated chocolate candies
- 15 mini pretzel sticks, cut in half
Since the can of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls contains five rolls, this is enough to make five turkeys. If you think you’ll need to make more (and we’re pretty sure you will), just multiply the ingredients to accommodate the number of servings you need. So, if you want 10 turkeys, just double the recipe.
You can usually find candy eyeballs in the baking or candy section in your local craft stores. Sometimes grocery stores have them, as well.
Baking up these cinnamon roll turkeys is super simple, too. There are only five steps!
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Open the rolls and set the icing to the side. Then, separate them into five rolls on a baking sheet. Undo each roll about 1 inch and then tuck the end of the dough into the roll to create the turkey’s neck.
- Bake for 19 to 21 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown. Remove from the sheet and allow to cool on a rack for 5 minutes.
- Cook bacon until crisp, and drain it on a paper towel-lined plate. Cut each slice in half and tuck four halves into the back of each roll so they stick up for the tail.
- Finally, spread the rolls with icing and decorate them with candy eyeballs, candy corn and coated chocolate candies. Use the halved pretzel sticks for the turkey’s feet.
Pillsbury has the full recipe here.
Not only is this a delicious way to start your Thanksgiving Day feast, but it’s also the perfect meal for even little kids to help prepare and serve. They get to feel like part of the celebration and then get to enjoy a sweet treat for breakfast!
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Opinion/Gage and Nyberg: Now is not the time to desert our seniors
John E. Gage is president and CEO of LeadingAgeRI. James Nyberg is executive director of the Rhode Island Health Care Association.
Rhode Island nursing homes are in the midst of an unprecedented and growing economic and labor crises.
Over the past decade, nursing homes have experienced chronic underfunding by Rhode Island Medicaid (with over $250 million in cuts). They have barely survived the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, but its impact on the health care workforce continues to be devastating. The lack of sufficient, sustainable resources does not enable homes to effectively compete in the current labor market.
There are simply not enough workers to meet the requirements of the new state staffing mandate. Rhode Island’s nursing homes are at a breaking point and need relief from the onerous provisions of this mandate.
A recently released study of the “State of Skilled Nursing Facilities” by the nationally recognized CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) consulting company highlighted the operational challenges facing our country’s nursing homes and provides detailed insight into the critical challenges facing nursing homes at the state level.
The insights into the financial condition of Rhode Island’s nursing homes are dramatic and downright alarming.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, just since the start of the pandemic, Rhode Island's nursing home workforce has decreased by over 21%, while homecare’s workforce has decreased by 3.3%, and hospitals are down just 1.6% when compared to pre-pandemic numbers. To ensure appropriate staffing levels, nursing homes have had to rely on a dramatic increase in the use of overtime, bonuses for picked-up shifts, recruitment and retention incentives, and higher wage rates. They are also utilizing temporary workers from nursing staff agencies at three and a half times pre-pandemic levels at outrageous rates.
The CLA report also illustrates the devastating impact on local nursing homes resulting from chronic Medicaid underfunding combined with a critical labor crisis and skyrocketing inflation. Today, 95% of nursing homes in Rhode Island are operating in the red, and 87% have been deemed to be at “Significant Financial Risk” and at a heightened risk of closing. Rhode Island’s 87% compares to 47% of facilities in the U.S. and is up from just 19% for Rhode Island nursing homes with that designation in 2019.
Since the start of the pandemic, five nursing homes have closed as the direct result of staffing shortages and inadequate resources — displacing hundreds of Rhode Island’s frailest elders, disrupting their lives and that of the staff members who cared for them, and their families. Without meaningful action, these closures are just the first of many more to come.
Lastly, the CLA study did not factor in the impact of Rhode Island’s recently passed minimum-staffing mandate. This legislation could trigger up to $68 million in fines based on a recent review by the state Department of Health if fully implemented for failing to meet standards. These excessive fines and penalties would be a death sentence for our nursing homes.
Rhode Island's nursing homes are at a crossroads. We respectfully request action now to stabilize and preserve an essential segment of our state's health care continuum. The health care workforce needs more time to stabilize, and our state government needs to implement meaningful rate increases.
We need to modify the existing staffing mandate to meet the realities of today’s crises and give homes more flexibility to ensure their ability to care for residents. Over the next 20 years, Rhode Island’s elder population is set to double.
Without meaningful action, more facilities will inevitably close and more elders will be displaced. We cannot let that happen. | https://www.providencejournal.com/story/opinion/2022/06/04/opinion-gage-and-nyberg-now-not-time-desert-our-seniors/9951978002/ | 2022-06-04 16:18:33 | 0 | https://www.providencejournal.com/story/opinion/2022/06/04/opinion-gage-and-nyberg-now-not-time-desert-our-seniors/9951978002/ |
The PACT Act is a new hope for veterans fighting for benefits or those who have been denied disability benefits due to agent orange or other toxins.
Senior Care Advocates joined the show to raise awareness about the new program.
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — As soon as general managers started arriving in Las Vegas for their annual meetings, Major League Baseball set some odds — for its first amateur draft lottery.
MLB said Monday the lottery will take place on Dec. 6 at the winter meetings in San Diego, determining the top six picks next summer.
Under the agreement in March that ended the 99-day lockout, the lottery includes teams that failed to reach the postseason and didn’t forfeit their first-round pick, such as for signing a qualified free agent.
Washington, Oakland and Pittsburgh, which each lost 100 or more games, have the best odds of getting the top pick at 16.5%. Pittsburgh and Cincinnati both went 62-100 but the Pirates were slotted third because they had a worse record that the Reds in 2021.
The players’ association pushed for the lottery to discourage teams from trying to get the top pick. The Houston Astros lost 324 games from 2011-13, earning the top pick in three straight years, and went 70-92 in 2014, part of a rebuilding that led to four World Series appearances from 2017-22, including titles in 2017 and this year.
Players the Astros selected high in the draft included shortstop Carlos Correa (first pick in 2012), pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (41st pick in 2012), third baseman Alex Bregman (second overall pick in 2015) and outfielder Kyle Tucker (fifth overall pick in 2015).
Among other teams in the lottery, Cincinnati has a 13.2% chance, followed by Kansas City (10%), Detroit (7.5%), Texas (5.5%), Colorado (3.9%), Miami (2.7%), the Los Angeles Angels (1.85%), Arizona (1.4%), the Chicago Cubs (1.1%), Minnesota (0.9%), Boston (0.8%), the Chicago White Sox (0.6%), San Francisco (0.5%), Baltimore (0.4%) and Milwaukee (0.2%).
The NBA started a draft lottery in 1985 and the NHL in 1995.
The MLB lottery starts at 8:30 p.m. EST.
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SINGAPORE, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- China Yuchai International Limited (NYSE: CYD) ("China Yuchai" or the "Company") a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines for on- and off-road applications in China through its main operating subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited ("GYMCL"), today announced that the 3.5-ton electric drive axle of Yuchai Xin-Lan New Energy Power Technology Co., Ltd. ("Yuchai Xin-Lan") has been successfully integrated for the first time into an EV light-duty bus from Guangxi Shenlong.
This EV model will be gradually released in the third quarter of 2022 into the Nanning bus market, marking the first successful entry of Yuchai Xin-Lan's new energy electric drive axle products into the full electric light-duty EV bus market. The Yuchai 3.5-ton electric axle power system has a designed rated power of 65kW and peak power of 120kW.
Recently, Inner Mongolia Easy-Move Technology launched China's first domestically made 200-metric ton smart mining truck, the EM200. The EM200 features Yuchai Xin-Lan's 300kW high-power range extender powertrain system, which greatly improves payload management efficiency, lowers carbon emissions and provides intelligent control.
Yuchai Xin-Lan's range extender powertrain systems can achieve electromechanical hybrid control. The Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM), proprietarily designed by Yuchai Xin-Lan, significantly reduces weight and size while producing more power and achieves better reliability. For mining trucks powered by Yuchai Xin-Lan range extender powertrain systems, when climbing with heavy payloads, the electric power system can charge the vehicle battery while also powering the main motor, enabling the vehicle to charge while on the move. This Yuchai Xin-Lan range extender powertrain system can work continuously and greatly improve transportation efficiency.
Weng Ming Hoh, President of China Yuchai, commented, "We are delighted to see that Xin-Lan's electric axle drive is penetrating the large light-duty bus market and Xin-Lan's range extender system is gaining traction in the large tonnage mining equipment market."
About China Yuchai International
China Yuchai International Limited, through its subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited ("GYMCL"), engages in the manufacture, assembly, and sale of a wide variety of light-, medium- and heavy-duty engines for trucks, buses, passenger vehicles, construction equipment, marine and agriculture applications in China. GYMCL also produces diesel power generators. The engines produced by GYMCL range from diesel to natural gas and hybrid engines. Through its regional sales offices and authorized customer service centers, GYMCL distributes its engines directly to auto OEMs and retailers and provides maintenance and retrofitting services throughout China. Founded in 1951, GYMCL has established a reputable brand name, strong research and development team and significant market share in China with high-quality products and reliable after-sales support. In 2021, GYMCL sold 456,791 engines and is recognized as a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines in China. For more information, please visit http://www.cyilimited.com.
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Signing yourself up for a reality show means signing away your privacy, to an extent. Family Karma star Anisha Ramakrishna says, there are workarounds. It's something she learned firsthand while filming season 3 of the Bravo fan-favorite series, all while secretly falling in love.
"I think it's very difficult to start a show single, and you let it all hang out and then you meet someone, and that person didn't sign up for what you're doing," she explains to ET over video chat. "That is kind of what I'm navigating. Having said that, I do share a lot. You just don't see the unicorn."
"Unicorn" is a nickname of sorts for Anisha's now-husband, a mystery man whose identity is yet to be revealed.
"Soon," Anisha promises, before confirming he does not (and seemingly will not) appear on her show, which tracks the lives of a close-knit group of childhood friends of Indian heritage (and their extended -- and overly involved -- families) in the Miami area.
"I mean, you never want to say never, but really, I don't see it happening, quite frankly," she admits.
"He's been the same since day one: 'You do you, I think what you do is amazing, enjoy,'" she says, motioning a shove-away motion, "From [over] there."
Keeping a significant other off-camera isn't unprecedented in the Bravo sphere. Southern Charmstar Cameran Eubanks' husband, Jason, didn't film for the series during her six seasons on the show (except for a short cameo in her final episode, un-mic'd).
"I think I have so much to offer on my own, and it's what I signed up for," Anisha replies when asked if her husband's lack of interest in filming will affect her status on the show.
"So, we will see what happens with that in the future, but I love what I do," she continues. "I love sharing my life -- and I do share a lot -- just, you know, I am not sharing a physical person."
"Luckily, I am with someone who is a modern thinker," she goes on to say. "Life is basically now two people with their own lives merging together. Now, I can fully focus on my career without having that burden on my shoulders that I have had every season."
That burden is Anisha's pursuit of love; season 1 saw her recovering from a bad breakup, moving back home to Florida to live with her parents. Season 2, she dove into dating again. She actually met her man during that time.
"It's like a dark cloud over me every season and I finally feel like, alright, now it's like gone," she adds. "I want to tell people out there, I have always been happy single -- and I think happiness is a mindset -- and so it was just society, and not just my family or the Indian community, society, in general, is really tough on women who aren't married, you know? It didn't matter what I did, people just thought there was something wrong with me."
Anisha's parents are happy that she's found someone to settle down with, but she notes, they are still Indian parents.
"They're Indian parents, there's never any congratulations," she says. "It's like, onto the next! ... Like my grandfather? I'm like chopped liver: 'Alright, done!' He's now focused on my sister."
Viewers will see Anisha slowly share the news of her guy on season 3; it's a secret she kept from most of her co-stars. To start, she only told Brian Benni and Bali Chainani.
"[The full cast] knew I was seeing someone," she clarifies, noting only Brian and Bali knew the unicorn's identity. "I think when you're older, you have more fear around what's happening and putting things out there and, honestly, someone who is used to the disappointment, if I'm being raw and real."
"I feel like I'm that person that shares everything," she continues, "and with every guy I would date, I would tell everyone everything and then the next week they'd be like, 'How's it going?' ...and he wasn't in the picture anymore, so that's more or less where that would come from. It's just like, I'm tired of having failed outcomes."
That protective nature carries into Anisha's present-day life. She's shared very few details about her husband, having only announced their engagement on her podcast, Currently Cringing, shortly before actually saying, "I do." Those nuptials won't be seen on season 3, but there are two other weddings set to play out: Vishal Parvani and Richa Sadana's big day, as well as Amrit Kapai and Nicholas Kouchoukos' ceremony.
"The two weddings you are going to see are just out of this world," Anisha promises. "I'm not sure there's ever been such a grand wedding on American television, and two! Viewers are very lucky."
As for what else the audience should get excited about this time around, Anisha previews some dynamic shifts within the crew.
"I can't wait for you to see just all of us grow and develop in our own new chapters, and you will see dynamics change," she teases. "You know, friendships that you thought would you know never fall apart, fall apart, and there's quite the drama this season."
Family Karma airs Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo, starting with a supersized season 3 premiere on Nov. 6. Check out the trailer below:
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Walker campaign staffer lawsuit says GOP activist groped him
By JILL COLVIN
Associated Press
A staffer on Herschel Walker’s Republican Senate campaign has filed a lawsuit against prominent conservative activist Matt Schlapp, accusing Schlapp of groping him during a car ride in Georgia before last year’s midterm election. Schlapp denies the allegation, and his lawyer says they are considering a countersuit. The staffer’s battery and defamation lawsuit was filed in Alexandria Circuit Court in Virginia and seeks more than $9 million in damages. The lawsuit says Schlapp fondled the staffer while the staffer was driving Schlapp back to his hotel from a bar in October following a Walker campaign event. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2023/01/17/walker-campaign-staffer-lawsuit-says-gop-activist-groped-him/ | 2023-01-18 03:25:44 | 0 | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2023/01/17/walker-campaign-staffer-lawsuit-says-gop-activist-groped-him/ |
Police Search for Suspect in Armed Robbery at Saint John Restaurant
The Saint John Police Force is searching for a suspect in an armed robbery Monday evening at a restaurant on Fairville Boulevard.
Shortly after 8:00 p.m., a masked man with a weapon robbed the business of an undisclosed amount of cash, according to a news release from the Saint John Police. The suspect was described as being in his mid-thirties. Police say he was wearing a blue hoodie and pants and carrying a green reusable shopping bag.
Police were called to the restaurant in the Lancaster Mall area at approximately 8:10 p.m. Monday. The police department did not disclose the name of the eatery.
Police Search Area Monday Night for any Signs of Robbery Suspect
Witnesses said the man fled on foot around the back of the restaurant and was seen headed west towards Highway #1 near the intersection of Bleury Street and Fairville Boulevard.
Saint John Police say a K9 search of the area yielded a number of items of evidence including a weapon, but officers did not apprehend the suspect. Police did not disclose what type of weapon was found.
There were no physical injuries reported.
The Major Crime Unit and Forensic Identification Unit are investigating the robbery. Investigators are appealing for witnesses or anyone in the area who has dash-cam or video surveillance of the incident from Monday evening.
Anyone who witnessed the alleged crime or anyone who has information that may be helpful in the investigation is asked to call the Saint John Police Force at (506) 648-3333. If you wish to remain anonymous, please contact New Brunswick Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). | https://q961.com/armed-robbery-at-saint-john-new-brunswick-restaurant/ | 2022-07-19 23:30:34 | 1 | https://q961.com/armed-robbery-at-saint-john-new-brunswick-restaurant/ |
NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Inotiv, Inc. ("Inotiv") (NASDAQ: NOTV) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between September 21, 2021 and June 13, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Inotiv, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
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ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Inotiv includes allegations that the Company made 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.
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How to Watch the Bucks vs. Heat: Streaming & TV Channel Info for NBA Playoffs Game 4
Published: Apr. 24, 2023 at 10:37 AM MST|Updated: 1 hour ago
In Game 4 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Milwaukee Bucks will face the Miami Heat.
Keep reading for everything you need to know about this matchup between the Heat and Bucks, including how to catch the action live with a free trial to Fubo.
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Bucks vs. Heat Game Info
- When: Monday, April 24, 2023 at 7:30 PM ET
- Where: FTX Arena in Miami, Florida
- TV: Bally Sports
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Bucks Stats Insights
- This season, the Bucks have a 47.3% shooting percentage from the field, which is 0.9% lower than the 48.2% of shots the Heat's opponents have knocked down.
- In games Milwaukee shoots better than 48.2% from the field, it is 26-4 overall.
- The Bucks are the top rebounding team in the league, the Heat sit at 27th.
- The Bucks score 7.1 more points per game (116.9) than the Heat allow (109.8).
- When Milwaukee puts up more than 109.8 points, it is 47-8.
Heat Stats Insights
- The Heat have shot at a 46% rate from the field this season, 0.4 percentage points greater than the 45.6% shooting opponents of the Bucks have averaged.
- This season, Miami has a 29-14 record in games the team collectively shoots better than 45.6% from the field.
- The Heat are the 27th-ranked rebounding team in the league, the Bucks sit at 11th.
- The Heat put up just 3.8 fewer points per game (109.5) than the Bucks give up (113.3).
- Miami has put together a 19-6 record in games it scores more than 113.3 points.
Bucks Home & Away Comparison
- The Bucks put up 118.8 points per game in home games, compared to 115 points per game away from home, a difference of 3.8 points per contest.
- At home, Milwaukee is ceding 1.6 fewer points per game (112.5) than in road games (114.1).
- Looking at three-pointers, the Bucks have played better at home this year, making 14.9 threes per game with a 37.5% three-point percentage, compared to 14.8 threes per game and a 36.2% three-point percentage when playing on the road.
Heat Home & Away Comparison
- In 2022-23 the Heat are averaging more points at home (111.4 per game) than on the road (107.5). But they are also conceding more at home (110.2) than away (109.3).
- Miami is giving up more points at home (110.2 per game) than on the road (109.3).
- At home the Heat are collecting 23.9 assists per game, 0.1 more than away (23.8).
Bucks Injuries
Heat Injuries
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(KTLA) – HBO was the big winner Wednesday morning as the nominations for the 75th annual Emmy Awards were announced.
The top three nominated shows, “Succession,” “The Last of Us” and “The White Lotus,” all aired or currently air on the premium network.
“Succession,” which ended earlier this year after its fourth season, garnered 27 nominations. “The Last of Us” received 24, while “The White Lotus” got 23.
Apple TV+ is home to the next-highest-nominated show, “Ted Lasso,” which received 21 nominations.
Those four series were the only programs to receive more than 20 nominations, though double-digit nods were also earned by Prime Video’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” (14), FX’s “The Bear” (13), Netflix’s “Beef” (13), Netflix’s “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” (13), Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building” (11) and HBO’s “Barry” (11).
Several actors also received multiple nominations.
Pedro Pascal, the star of “The Last of Us,” received three total nominations, for his performances on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” and CNN’s “Patagonia: Life on the Edge of the World” in addition to that of his hit HBO show.
Sharon Horgan of Apple TV+’s “Bad Sisters” was nominated for lead actress in a drama series and her writing for the show, while Melanie Lynskey of Showtime’s “Yellowjackets” was nominated for lead actress in a drama series and her guest-starring role on “The Last of Us.”
Bill Hader was nominated for acting, writing and directing “Barry,” while Jason Sudeikis was nominated for writing and acting in “Ted Lasso.”
Ali Wong was nominated for acting in “Beef” and her voice-over work in Adult Swim’s “Tuca & Bertie.” Quinta Brunson was nominated for acting on ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” and for hosting “SNL.”
Alex Borstein was nominated for acting in “Mrs. Maisel” and her voice-over work in “Family Guy,” while Murray Bartlett was nominated for acting in Hulu’s “Welcome to Chippendales” and guest-starring in “The Last of Us.”
A partial list of the top Emmy nominees in key categories can be found here. A list of all nominees can be found at the official website of the Television Academy.
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THE NEW HAMPSHIRE economy has emerged from the pandemic stronger than ever. We have the lowest unemployment in decades, more revenue than expected, and our Rainy Day Fund at its highest level in history. While the accomplishments of Republican leadership in the Legislature have paved the way for this success, we must not be complacent. The national economic forecast is bleak due to failed federal policies and failed leadership in Washington. We are facing record inflation, historically high gas prices, and continuous supply chain issues. It is going to take Republican leadership to steer the ship and weather the storm coming as a result of the rudderless federal government.
It is no secret that Granite Staters are facing a rough winter ahead, with rising electric rates and fuel prices. However, it is absolutely accurate to say that without Republican state leadership over the last two years that ratepayers would have seen even larger increases. Republicans rejected bills to eliminate RGGI rebates and to expand net metering, both of which would have increased rates more than $100 million. Also, after the elimination of important energy efficiency programs by the state Public Utilities Commission, the Legislature restored them while ensuring ratepayers are protected. We are also looking at fossil fuel alternatives, such as safe and clean next generation nuclear energy, and looking to reduce regulations that contribute to artificially high electricity prices.
On top of those accomplishments, our fiscally responsible budget cut taxes for all New Hampshire residents and still ends the biennium with a surplus of several hundred million dollars. With that surplus we are looking for ways to give that money back to you, the taxpayer, through programs like assisting with paying your energy bills this winter.
Families are worried about more than that. They are worried about their children, which is why we are proud to have passed Education Freedom Accounts. Education is not one-size-fits-all, and many of our students were struggling to keep up. The goal is having each child in our state succeed in their studies and achieve their full potential, regardless of how or where they are educated.
We cannot stop there, which is why one of our main objectives in the coming term is to increase choice, transparency and efficiency in our school system. I think it is pretty clear that when children need help, their best chance of getting it is when their parents know what is going on. As has already been stated in previous court cases, “It is not educators, but parents who have primary rights in the upbringing of children.”
Democrats believe that giving parents the final word on their child’s health, education, and welfare is dangerous. They don’t believe that it is the basic job of being a parent. Educators and parents should be partners in a child’s education, and parents should not be misled or left in the dark regarding their children’s activities.
In the budget, Republicans finally passed legislation to make us a truly income-tax-free state by phasing out the Interest and Dividends Tax. This will be a huge benefit to our retired citizens who may rely on that type of income to pay their ever-rising bills. We reduced taxes on our business community — again — realizing that helping them cut the cost of doing business directly relates to their ability to create jobs, invest in capital equipment, and take care of their employees. Lastly, we allocated $100 million to offset the Statewide Property Tax burden on property tax payers across the state.
Smart budgeting and smart fiscal management pay dividends to our state and its citizens. Rest assured that as we are confronted by the devastating consequences of federal policy, having Republicans in control in Concord will ensure we continue to build responsible state budgets, minimize tax burdens, and promote pro-jobs and pro-economy policies that will get us through it.
As families and businesses across the state will need to tighten their belts, the state government must do the same. We cannot allow Democrat control of the Legislature to grow state spending and drain our Rainy Day Fund. We cannot allow them to repeal successful programs, such as Education Freedom Accounts, which gives families options of where to send their children to school, and we cannot allow them to pass programs that will increase electric and fuel rates when they are already at astronomical levels. Just remember when you go to polls this November that Republicans want government out of your everyday lives, Democrats want to control it. | https://www.unionleader.com/opinion/op-eds/rep-jason-osborne-build-on-gop-victories-in-2023/article_f87892ff-7cb5-5bba-9ea4-6fea908bcf66.html | 2022-07-13 16:45:10 | 1 | https://www.unionleader.com/opinion/op-eds/rep-jason-osborne-build-on-gop-victories-in-2023/article_f87892ff-7cb5-5bba-9ea4-6fea908bcf66.html |
BALTIMORE — Even in the midst of a run at this year's postseason, the Baltimore Orioles know their opponents for the 2023 season.
And there's a twist — the Orioles will play every team next season.
Major League Baseball unveiled the 2023 schedules, and each team will play every team in baseball, no matter the division or league.
Orioles will play 13 games against each divisional opponent next season, unlike the traditional 19.
They will open the 2023 season at the Boston Red Sox on March 30.
The Orioles will play Interleague games at Washington Nationals, Atlanta Braves, San Francisco Giants, Milwaukee Brewers, Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks.
They will host Interleague games against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Cincinnati Reds, Miami Marlins, Los Angeles Dodgers, NY Mets, Colorado Rockies, St. Louis Cardinals and Washington Nationals.
The 2023 season starts on March 30, 2023 and ends on Oct. 1, 2023.
The Orioles are 64-58 this season, sitting just 2 1/2 games out of the final American League Wild Card spot.
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Keke Palmer will be a mother soon! The 29-year-old actress is expecting her first child with boyfriend Darius Jackson. During her Saturday Night Live guest appearance on Dec.3, fans were blown away when the star revealed the big news.
“There’s some rumors going around; people have been in my comments saying, ‘Keke’s having a baby, Keke’s pregnant,’ and I wanna set the record straight — I am!” Palmer told the audience as she flung open her coat to reveal her burgeoning baby bump.
“I gotta say, though, it is bad when people on the internet spread rumors about you y’all, but it’s even worse when they’re correct. I mean, like, I was trying so hard to keep it on the down low ’cause I got a lot of stuff going on, you know? But honestly, this has been the biggest blessing, and I am so excited. Guys, I’m going to be a mom.”
After Palmer’s announcement made headlines, Twitter users lit up with excitement about the pregnancy news. Some fans were curious to know more about the star’s mysterious boyfriend. According to Elle, the Chicago native and Jackson have been dating since 2021, but the pair have mutually agreed to keep their relationship out of the public eye.
“I didn’t even know the father was Darius Jackson I just figured Keke Palmer was the next Virgin Mary,” one fan joked on Twitter about Jackson’s low profile. While another user commented. “Who the hell is Darius Jackson?”
Luckily, a ton of fans weren’t too concerned about the father-to-be. Prince Charming P of the Purse First podcast reacted to the news on Twitter, writing, “Keke Palmer’s energy is so positive, we don’t even care about what when where, or why she’s pregnant…were just so happy for her.”
Some fans have already started thinking of names for Palmer and Jackson’s wee one. A few social media users have pointed out that “True” would be fitting, given Darius’ last name. If you remember, Palmer garnered fame for her popular role as True Jackson on the 2008 Nickelodeon hit True Jackson, VP. Well, we will just have to wait and see.
Who is Darius Jackson?
29-year-old Darius Jackson is the brother of Insecure star Sarunas Jackson. The father-to-be is busy behind the scenes working on his acting career and is also a part-time fitness instructor. Sarunas introduced Palmer to Darius shortly after her cameo appearance on Insecure. The two lovebirds reportedly attended a Memorial Day party with one another in May 2021. Two months later, the pair made their romance “Instagram official.”
One Twitter user questioned whether Jackson would be asking Palmer for her hand in marriage now that they have a baby on the way.
“This is a woman who deserves a ring,” the user added.
We’re wondering the same thing, too!
Keke Palmer thanks her “other half” Darius Jackson on Instagram
After her big pregnancy reveal, Keke Palmer took to Instagram to thank fans and her “other half” Jackson, for all their love and support over the weekend.
“This year has taken me for a ride! And how cool, my baby and I are already doing it all together,” she captioned a few photos from her SNL appearance. “Thank you to my team who have been constantly reaching and moving mountains to extend the reaches of my gift, and thank you to my other half @dvulton for giving me the things that only true unity can bring. Love is all we have isn’t it, you do nothing in this world alone, and trust me, I am not alone! Very grateful… Happy Holidays!” she added.
Congrats to Keke Palmer!
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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Satellite images of the Colorado River provided by NASA show the powerful rush of water out of Glen Canyon Dam in late April successfully moved sand down the river.
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation opened up the flow down the Colorado River and downstream to Lake Mead on April 24, sending a gush of water at 39,500 cubic feet per second (cfs) and lasting 72 hours. The desired effect: push sand and sediment out of the riverbed below the dam to build up sandbars further down the river. Those sandbars provide camping spots for people along the river.
The image slider below shows the result, particularly in the area around Horseshoe Bend, one of the most-photographed spots on the Colorado River. In the “after” image, the burst of water coming out of Lake Powell is still visible as a white splotch just below Glen Canyon Dam.
Since this “high-flow experiment,” releases from Lake Powell have dropped to a range from 14,000 cfs to 19,000 cfs, depending on the time of day and the day of the week. Flows are generally higher in the afternoons and evenings, according to the Bureau of Reclamation.
The amount of water flowing out of Lake Powell has increased because of the heavy snowpack in the Colorado Rockies and other areas in the Upper Colorado River Basin. That increased flow is happening every day, unlike the short-lived high-flow experiment.
Photos from 2012 provided by the U.S. Geological Survey show how the higher flow can reshape the river:
Lake Mead’s level has risen about a foot and a half since May 3, and the level should continue to rise higher than projections earlier this year that did not account for the higher water flow from the snowpack. The amount of water flowing into Lake Powell is estimated at 177% of normal Colorado River flow. That “normal” also reflects the impact of the drought, as the average is determined by numbers over the past 30 years. The drought began 23 years ago.
In April, the Bureau of Reclamation released its updated 24-month study, which projected that Lake Mead would rise 22 feet above the level at that time — and 33 feet above projections that came out just a month earlier in March.
Measurements around the beginning of April put the estimated water content of the snowpack at 160% of normal levels, a welcome sign after years of severe drought.
As of noon on Friday, the surface of Lake Mead was at 1,051.30 feet above sea level.
Even with all the water during this above-average year, Lake Mead and Lake Powell are only projected to rise to 26% of capacity.
A wider satellite photo comparison shows a longer length of the river, but details are harder to see:
Rising water temperatures along the Colorado River over the past years have contributed to smallmouth bass establishing populations below Glen Canyon Dam.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas Ocean Voyages has revamped its product offerings to now feature year-round expeditions aboard its 198-guest, luxury yachts. In addition to visiting remote, polar destinations such as Antarctica and the Arctic, the line will offer new Epicurean Expeditions to iconic, marquee ports in Europe, beginning in April 2023.
"We specialize in expeditions that provide insights, indulge the senses, and inspire discussion among like-minded travelers," said James Rodriguez, the line's president and CEO. "With the addition of our new Epicurean Expeditions, discerning explorers can now truly immerse themselves in the culinary culture of European ports, while cruising aboard a luxury yacht."
Onboard enrichment during Epicurean Expeditions will feature a Visiting Vintner, who may conduct a lecture and tasting to explain the subtleties of regional wines, from an aged Nebbiolo to a Beaujolais nouveau. A Gastronomic Guest – aboard every expedition – might be a renowned chef with a long history of cooking at Michelin-starred venues or a local culinary rock star skilled in the preparation of authentic, regional delicacies.
In addition to demonstrations or interactive cooking classes, the Gastronomic Guest will participate, along with the ship's executive or sous chef, in the Yachtsman Cookoff – the Atlas version of a culinary "ironman" competition. They will also accompany all culinary-focused Cultural Immersion shore excursions, which are complimentary on every Epicurean Expedition. Depending on the itinerary, guests might sample tapas in Barcelona; explore a farmer's market in Corsica; or shop for chocolates and wine in Cinque Terre… to enjoy back on board.
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Epicurean Expeditions also include the Atlas Heritage Dining Experience and Josper Grill Dining Experience for no additional charge at the yacht's two open-air specialty dining venues.
Alma means "soul" in Portuguese. Alma Alfresco is the outdoor area aft of the main restaurant. The Atlas Heritage Dining Experience showcases the culinary soul of Portugal with recipes passed down for generations and prepared using artisanal techniques. Selections may include Bacalhau a Bras – shredded, salted cod with potatoes, olives, onions, and eggs, from Lisbon; and Torta de Azeitão – a delectable egg custard rolled in pastry, from Setúbal.
After serving a casual lunch poolside, 7-AFT Grill transforms into a chophouse by night. Here the finest cuts of steak and fresh seafood are seared to perfection on a legendary Josper grill. Founded in Spain in 1969, Josper has become the world leader in charcoal gastronomy. Featured steaks at the Josper Grill Dining Experience may include Black Angus filet mignon, New York strip or a 35-ounce tomahawk – also known as cowboy ribeye. Non-beef selections often include lamb, shrimp, lobster, and vegetarian dishes.
Whether cruising aboard World Navigator or the new World Traveller, Atlas' stylish and intimate expedition yachts offer every five-star comfort, from luxurious accommodations and an all-inclusive onboard experience to in-depth shore excursions and customized private tours, for a truly personalized voyage.
For information and reservations, call a travel advisor or 1.844.44.ATLAS or visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com. You can also follow Atlas on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/AtlasOceanVoyages or www.instagram.com/AtlasOceanVoyages.
Atlas Ocean Voyages is the yacht expedition brand of Mystic Invest Holding. Guests enjoy open bars aboard ship, including craft beers, specialty coffees and smoothies; L'OCCITANE bath amenities; free Wi-Fi; in-room coffee bar; prepaid gratuities; and complimentary emergency medical evacuation insurance. World Navigator, launched in August 2021, and World Traveller, launched in November 2022, both feature 100 luxurious staterooms and suites, including accommodations for solo guests. Sister ship World Seeker is scheduled to join the fleet in November 2024.
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With time running short and the danger of a national default growing, Democrats are hoping an unlikely savior will come to the rescue: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.).
Democratic lawmakers say McConnell and other Senate Republicans are fooling themselves if they think Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is in a position to reach a debt ceiling deal with President Biden.
They believe McCarthy is under tremendous pressure not to agree to any deal Democrats would accept because the House rules allow for one disappointed conservative to offer a motion to vacate the Speaker’s chair.
“Senate Republicans are putting their heads in the sand if they think that the extremists in their party will have a change of heart,” said Rep. Pete Aguilar (Calif.), chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, to reporters earlier this month.
“If Kevin McCarthy is forced to choose between holding power in his Speakership or taking us closer to default, we know he’s going to choose default. The American people know that as well. House Republicans are on a path toward default. The question before us is will Senate Republicans take the wheel?” he said.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), a leader of House progressives, has joined the growing chorus of Democrats pleading for McConnell to get involved.
“I think time is starting to run out,” Jayapal warned. “I think Wall Street should be weighing in.”
She told reporters that “reasonable Republicans” and McConnell need “to get involved and get people to understand that default on America would be terrible,” according to Punchbowl News.
Philip Wallach, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, said McConnell has remained in the background in deference to the new GOP Speaker. But that could change, he added, if an agreement remains elusive and the threat of default creeps closer.
“I think he’s trying to give McCarthy room to operate. And that’s professional courtesy and good partisan strategy,” Wallach said. “I don’t think that it necessarily means that he won’t be a big part of the final solution.”
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) this week demonstrated why Democrats are nervous, saying his conservative colleagues “don’t feel like we should negotiate with our hostage,” and that “the one-person motion to vacate has given us the best version of Speaker McCarthy.”
But McConnell’s allies say Aguilar and Jayapal are misguided if they think the Senate GOP leader will override McCarthy.
“I don’t think Mitch is going to get in the way of the Speaker because he knows if he does, that will undermine the Speaker’s ability to retain the Speakership. So until the president and the Speaker reach an agreement, I don’t see McConnell getting into the room,” said former Sen. Judd Gregg (R-N.H.), who once served on McConnell’s Senate leadership team.
Gregg argued that if McConnell cuts a deal with Biden instead of McCarthy, the deal would have a harder time passing the GOP-controlled House.
“It would mean that the Speaker would have an even harder time selling whatever was agreed to to his caucus,” he said.
Gregg said Democrats are calling for McConnell’s help in an effort to portray McCarthy as an unreasonable negotiator.
“It’s politics,” he said. “They want to blame this on the Speaker.”
Jayapal’s comments caught the attention of some Senate Republican aides because the outspoken liberal leader is more likely to be quoted criticizing McConnell than beseeching his help.
But McConnell has his own right flank to worry about after Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) challenged his leadership position in November. McConnell won the race 36-10, but Senate conservatives sent a message that they weren’t happy with the direction of the GOP conference.
Conservative senators were caught off guard when McConnell proposed in fall 2021 that Democrats could move legislation to raise the debt limit without having to face a GOP filibuster.
McConnell said at the time he made the offer so Democrats would fully own the decision to add hundreds of billions of dollars to the debt.
“Democrats are simply voicing their expectations for something that already happened in the past to happen again,” one Senate Republican aide said of the calls by Aguilar and Jayapal to get involved in the debt limit talks.
The GOP aide noted McConnell initially took a hard line against raising the debt limit while Biden was in office, sending a letter to the president warning, “I will not be a party to any future effort to mitigate the consequences of Democratic mismanagement,” and that Democratic leaders “cannot invent another crisis and ask for my help.”
“I get that McConnell doesn’t want to be the main guy in this fight,” the aide said. “But Jayapal wouldn’t be calling on somebody to get involved unless she thought that person would push for a clean debt ceiling hike, because that’s her position.”
McConnell has warned repeatedly this year that he will stay out of the debt limit negotiations entirely.
He told The Wall Street Journal in an interview last week he agreed in January that McCarthy would be the Republican point person in the negotiations.
“The two of us agreed from the beginning that it was important for him to take the lead,” he said.
Yet, Senate Democrats are also rooting for McConnell to step in to prevent a default, which appears more possible with each passing day as Biden and McCarthy remain far apart on a potential deal.
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) told reporters earlier this month he felt “slightly better” about avoiding a fiscal catastrophe after McConnell declared “the United States is not going to default, it never has and it never will.”
McConnell made those comments outside the White House after a meeting with Biden and McCarthy.
The Senate GOP leader tried to reassure the media and the financial markets again Tuesday and emphasized it would be up to the president and Speaker, not himself, to work out a deal.
“I think everybody needs to relax,” McConnell told reporters in Kentucky.
“Regardless of what may be said about the talks … the president and the Speaker will reach an agreement. It will ultimately pass on a bipartisan vote in both the House and the Senate,” he said. “The country will not default.”
McConnell himself has argued any debt limit deal reached in the Senate wouldn’t have a chance of passing the GOP-controlled House.
Yet, Democrats are betting that McConnell will be forced to intervene at the last moment once the nation is on the brink of default, threatening chaos in the financial markets and a recession — just as he did most famously in summer 2011 when then-President Obama and then-Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) were at loggerheads over raising the debt limit.
“I understand the convenience of passing the buck in this building, but in the end, Sen. McConnell always has his own opinion,” Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) told The Hill earlier this month. “He doesn’t outsource his opinions and votes to Speaker McCarthy.”
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AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — Brad Roberts ran for 163 yards, Haaziq Daniels accounted for three touchdowns and Air Force shut down New Mexico 35-3 on Saturday.
Air Force (7-3, 3-3 Mountain West) built a 28-3 lead through three quarters, holding New Mexico to a meager 91 yards and four first downs.
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The Lobos (2-8, 0-6) finished with 172 yards and eight first downs. Air Force had 428 yards rushing, 470 total yards and 23 first downs.
Daniels rushed for 113 yards, including touchdown runs of 65 and 37 yards. One of his two completed passes went to David Cormier for a 33-yard score. Daniels was 2-for-2 passing for 42 yards.
Lobos quarterback Justin Holaday was 10-for-21 passing for 128 yards and was sacked five times.
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Roberts went over 3,000 career rushing yards and moved into fourth place on Air Force's career list. He has 1,251 yards this season, which puts him in the top 10 of Air Force's single-season list.
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Three women are suing the University of Vermont, saying the school failed to adequately respond after they reported they had been sexually assaulted while students on the Burlington campus.
The civil suit, which is seeking unspecified damages, says that after the three women were sexually assaulted a number of administrators and school staff showed “deliberate indifference to student-on-student harassment, sexual assault, and drugging."
The school's failure to properly respond created a “discriminatory and sexually hostile environment" in which female students faced heightened risk of sexual assault and those who were assaulted lacked any “meaningful avenue of redress."
The three women who filed the suit in U.S. District Court in Burlington this week are named in the 81-page complaint lawsuit, but the Associated Press does not typically name people who say they have been sexually assaulted.
Two of the women are listed in the campus directory as students at UVM. There is no current record of the third individual.
“Despite repeated demands to better protect students from sexual violence and hold perpetrators accountable, (university officials) failed to promptly investigate credible reports that assailants, particularly within fraternity and athletic groups, drugged and assaulted women on campus," the lawsuit said.
The university said in a statement that it was sorry to learn of the individual situations the three women recounted in the lawsuit.
“We want all survivors to know that they are heard, supported, and respected,” the statement said. “We stand behind our strong procedures and protocols, and the support provided by the dedicated individuals who perform this work with the highest degree of professionalism, integrity, and care.”
According to the lawsuit, one of the women, who enrolled on a swimming scholarship in the fall of 2018, alleges that she was sexually assaulted by former UVM basketball star Anthony Lamb, who now plays for the NBA's Golden State Warriors.
Lamb is not named as a defendant in the lawsuit and he has not been charged with a crime. Only one of the three women who filed suit makes allegations against Lamb.
The woman alleges that Lamb, with whom she had previously had a romantic relationship, assaulted her in his room in September 2019. She reported the incident and discussed it with various school officials, but came to feel the school was trying to protect Lamb.
“It was then that (the woman) began to feel the school was pressuring her to change her mind,” the suit says.
In a statement distributed by the Warriors, Lamb denied the allegations.
“The allegations made against me in 2019 that have recently resurfaced are patently false. I have always been fully cooperative regarding the alleged incident, and have welcomed any investigation into the matter," Lamb said in the statement. “Simply put, I have never committed sexual assault."
The team notes that Lamb is not a defendant in the lawsuit and, to the team's knowledge, he has never been charged with any wrongdoing in any legal case.
“Prior to signing Anthony in September, we did our due diligence with the NBA and his prior teams, as we do with all players," the statement says. “If any new information comes to light, we will certainly evaluate it and act accordingly."
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(JTA) – With seven nominations for his most personal film ever, this could have been Steven Spielberg’s biggest year at the Academy Awards. But the hot-dog fingers had other plans.
“The Fabelmans,” the director’s highly personal dramatization of his Jewish upbringing, didn’t win a single one of the Oscars it was nominated for Sunday night. Spielberg’s film lost out on the biggest categories, including best picture, director, actress, and original screenplay, all to the same movie: chaos-theory multiverse comedy “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” where the aforementioned hot-dog fingers play a starring role.
But while the most Jewish movie came up empty-handed, other Jewish stories played out on the movies’ biggest night. Here’s what you need to know.
‘Fabelmans’ follies
Spielberg’s autobiographical opus may have come up empty-handed Sunday, but it got a booby prize: “The Fabelmans” was host Jimmy Kimmel’s favorite punchline. Kimmel used his monologue to drop a series of jokes about the film, including dubbing Spielberg and star Seth Rogen “the Joe and Hunter Biden of Hollywood”; speculating that nominated co-star Judd Hirsch was actually absentee Tom Cruise in a mask; and warning anyone plotting to slap him Will Smith-style, “You’re gonna have to go through the Fabelman to get to me.”
Later, Kimmel kept up the bit, introducing Paul Dano and Julia Louis-Dreyfus to present an award. Kimmel billed them as “Steven Spielberg’s dad and Jonah Hill’s mom,” referencing not only Dano’s role in “The Fabelmans,” but also Louis-Dreyfus’ part as a clueless white Jewish mother in the much-maligned Netflix film “You People.”
Getting loud for ‘All Quiet’
“All Quiet on the Western Front,” Netflix’s grueling drama about German soldiers on the frontlines of World War I, ended the night with four Oscars: international feature film, original score, cinematography and production design. In addition to having a Jewish producer, the movie was also adapted from a novel and 1930 film that both met the ire of the Nazi party and were tarred as Jewish plots to destroy the German state.
Another anti-dictator winner on Sunday was “Guillermo Del Toro’s Pinocchio,” which won the animated feature Oscar. Set in Fascist Italy, the Netflix film features a scene of Pinocchio mocking Il Duce himself, Benito Mussolini.
A Jewish ‘Goonies brother for life’
One of the most heartwarming moments of the evening was the best supporting actor win for Ke Huy Quan for “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” Quan, a former child actor, had abandoned his onscreen career for decades before his big comeback role last year. In his emotional acceptance speech, Quan gave a special shout-out to “my ‘Goonies’ brother for life,” Jeff Cohen — a Jewish former child star turned entertainment lawyer. Cohen and Quan appeared in “The Goonies” together in 1985, and when Quan landed his big “Everything Everywhere” role, Cohen negotiated the terms of his deal.
Jamie Lee Curtis and Sarah Polley
There were a couple big-name Oscar winners with Jewish parents. Immediately after Quan’s big moment, veteran actress Jamie Lee Curtis picked up her first-ever Oscar, also for “Everything Everywhere.” It was also a big moment for the “Halloween” star. “My mother and my father were both nominated for Oscars in different categories,” Curtis noted during her speech. Tony Curtis, Jamie Lee’s Jewish father, was one of the biggest stars of Golden Age Hollywood yet received only one Oscar nomination, in 1959 for “The Defiant Ones.” Jamie Lee Curtis is involved in restoring the synagogue in her grandparents’ Hungarian hometown, where no Jews now live.
Another winner with a Jewish father: the writer-director-actor Sarah Polley, who won best adapted screenplay for “Women Talking.” Polley explored the secret of her biological parentage in her 2013 documentary “Stories We Tell.” “Women Talking” is set inside a different religious community: an isolated Mennonite society in which the women have been systematically, sexually abused by the men.
Navalny and the neo-Nazis
The winner for best documentary went to a profile of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, whose 2020 poisoning by KGB agents after he publicly criticized Vladimir Putin was an international scandal. Navalny is currently imprisoned in Russian solitary confinement; the filmmakers dedicated the award to him. The documentary also details an aspect of Navalny’s campaign more controversial to Western observers: his onetime support of the “Russian march,” a gathering of Russian neo-Nazi organizations.
Diane Warren’s no-win situation
Did you know the songwriter Diane Warren is a 14-time Academy Award nominee? Singer Sofia Carson reminded everyone in the middle of the evening’s first performance for best original song. Warren, who is Jewish, joined in the performance of “Applause,” her composition from the feminist documentary “Tell It Like A Woman.” She has never won an Oscar, and unfortunately for her, the streak continued Sunday night as the viral sensation “Naatu Naatu,” from the Indian film “RRR,” took the prize. (As a consolation, Warren received an honorary Oscar at the Governor’s Awards preceding the telecast.)
Another Jew-ish shutout
Also drawing blanks was “Tár,” the cerebral classical-music psychological drama with somewhat inexplicable Jewish themes.
Hollywood’s Jewish history gets a nod
The broadcast included a promotional video for the Academy Museum, which opened last year to celebrate the history of Hollywood. In the video, a curator named Dara Jaffe explains that one of the museum’s roles is to “bring important film histories to light, from the Jewish immigrants who founded the Hollywood studios to the early innovators of African-American cinema.” The inclusion is notable because the museum drew steep criticism when it first opened for giving short shrift to the industry’s robust Jewish history; Jaffe was appointed to put together a permanent exhibition about that history in response. The exhibition has not yet opened. JN | https://www.jewishaz.com/arts_features/fabelmans-flops-at-the-oscars-but-hollywood-s-jewish-history-gets-a-nod/article_917d3e22-c1b7-11ed-a75e-8fa349ad577c.html | 2023-03-14 01:43:23 | 1 | https://www.jewishaz.com/arts_features/fabelmans-flops-at-the-oscars-but-hollywood-s-jewish-history-gets-a-nod/article_917d3e22-c1b7-11ed-a75e-8fa349ad577c.html |
Featured at West Coast's Largest Homebuilding Event, LG's Integrated Approach Combines Performance, Connectivity and Efficiency to Support Dynamic Builder Market
ANAHEIM, Calif., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognized as a leading integrated solutions provider for today's homebuilders, LG Electronics USA is returning to the Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC), the official trade show of the Leading Builders of America and California Building Industry Association, showcasing innovations for a wide variety of today's building and remodeling projects.
With an extensive range of innovative appliances, the company offers a diverse lineup catering to all types of homes – regardless of their style, functionality, budget or lifestyle. From high-end built-in kitchen packages that combine luxury and functionality, to a wide assortment of premium laundry innovations, to advanced smart home solutions, and notably, energy-efficient heat-pump-enabled water heaters and HVAC systems – LG is at the forefront of delivering products that align with the evolving needs of builders. LG's showcased technologies address the latest builder trends as well as provide consumers with options to support their individual energy saving efforts at home.
LG's presence at PCBC 2023 is being spearheaded by LG Builder, a special division of LG Electronics USA that is focused on bringing an array of connected home appliances and exclusive product offerings to design and building professionals. LG Builder not only brings forth a nationwide network of technicians to support dealers, but also introduces a unique customer care service featuring ThinQ™ technology, extending LG's trademark reliability, innovation and value to the builder, remodeler and designer communities.
LG is displaying new ENERGY STAR® certified home appliances across three diverse appliance brand portfolios – Signature Kitchen Suite, LG STUDIO and LG:
- The fast-growing Signature Kitchen Suite brand reflects LG's commitment to producing the industry's best built-in luxury appliances with leading-edge technology, enabling "Technicurean™" home chefs to prepare and preserve food in the best possible ways. New for 2023 is the first-of-its-kind 48-inch built-in French Door refrigerator which recently captured the coveted Red Dot global design award. This ENERGY STAR certified model features a functional and innovative convertible drawer with five preset temperatures ranging from 41⁰F to -7⁰F to allow for precise food preservation. Also new for the brand is ThinQ Care, a customer care service with proactive alerts and useful maintenance tips to keep Signature Kitchen Suite appliances performing their best.
- The design-driven LG STUDIO collection offers a more refined and contemporary look comprises an array of innovative appliances with advanced technologies for the kitchen and laundry room. The LG STUDIO kitchen appliance lineup features built-in and freestanding options with exclusive features and premium finishes for those with a discerning eye for design. Featured at PCBC are a new gas cooktop along with an ENERGY STAR certified 42-inch side-by-side refrigerator and dishwasher.
- LG Home Appliances offer builders cutting-edge upgradeable appliances designed with a modern aesthetic, convenient features and time-saving technology, delivering the ultimate customer experience and value. Noteworthy 2023 kitchen appliances under the mass-premium LG brand include the WiFi-enabled LG Mirror InstaView® Counter-Depth MAX™ ENERGY STAR certified refrigerator, the QuadWash® Pro dishwasher (designated as ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2023), InstaView® Combination Double Wall Oven, and Electric Double Oven Slide-in Range, all of which boast power and efficiency. LG is also expanding its top-rated laundry lineup with two new WashTower™ (LG's unique vertical washer-dryer solution) models – the new WashTower Compact and the ENERGY STAR certified LCD WashTower that features Dual Inverter Heat Pump dryer technology to reduce energy consumption.
As a leading innovator in the smart home category with expertise across home appliances, consumer electronics, home comfort solutions, energy management systems and more, LG enables builders and designers to easily create a smart home ecosystem for their clients with a focus on connectivity, quality and energy efficiency in mind.
HVAC: Energy-efficient residential heating and cooling solutions from LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA highlighted at the show include ducted and duct-free options – from the Art Cool™ Gallery picture frame and Art Cool Mirror indoor units, both ENERGY STAR certified, to the superior heating performance of LGRED° (LG's award-winning cold-climate heat pump technology) and the convenience of LG's ceiling mounted 4-way cassette. Key 2023 innovations for the high-performance builder market are led by the indoor Multi-position Vertical Air Handling Unit featuring LGRED° and the ENERGY STAR certified heat pumps, Multi F MAX with LGRED°.
HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER: The all-new LG Inverter Heat Pump Water Heater on display at PCBC features heat pump technology delivering advanced performance, stylish design, and enhanced energy efficiency to the U.S. home water heating market, when compared with a traditional water heater. This innovation raises the bar for residential water heaters and helps homeowners and builders alike save money and reduce energy usage.
INDUSTRY-LEADING SERVICE: LG has further enhanced its customer service activities with a dedicated team to support builders and dealers with general service questions, service status checks, service call scheduling and warranty inquiries. Providing added trust to customers everywhere, the brand's world-class service is backed by an extensive service network across the country. With dealer and consumer support, LG has branded, factory trained technicians nationwide offering two-hour appointment windows and same day service.
To learn more about the LG products for the professional market, visit LG at PCBC (Booth #803) or lgbuilder.com.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $68 billion global innovator in technology and manufacturing. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, energy solutions and vehicle components. LG is a ten-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. The company's commitment to environmental sustainability and its "Life's Good" marketing theme encompass how LG is dedicated to people's happiness by exceeding expectations today and tomorrow. www.LG.com.
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NEW YORK, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silverbullet, today announces the successful year-one results it has delivered for the leading pub, cider and beer company, Heineken Brazil. Silverbullet has supported the brand in reaching millions of consumers through a bespoke data strategy designed for the new marketing age.
Heineken Brazil, like many FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) brands, is actively working towards a data and digital future, as they look to garner their competitive edge in the modern marketing era. Having a clear goal, the brand seeks to become the most connected brewery in Brazil, and globally. Their passion for consumers and customers - and their enjoyment of life - sits at the core of their business and marketing strategy, signifying the need to untap the potential that sits within first-party data collection, management, and activation.
Silverbullet were appointed as their chosen specialist partner due to their legacy in market supporting global brands in the delivery of data and digital transformation. Due to the nature of FMCG brands, unlocking first-party data is no easy feat as their business models are typically one step removed from the consumer. Through Silverbullet's tried and tested methodology, Heineken Brazil were able to design, deliver and measure their data transformation journey, and reach millions of consumer records in just the first year of working together.
"Heineken Brazil is a modern-thinking brand with a global organisation whose goal is to become the most connected brewery worldwide. We selected Silverbullet as our chosen data strategy partner to help us unlock the value of data so that we could put the customer at the heart of everything we do. Silverbullet's proven expertise in the FMCG landscape perfectly positions them to help Heineken Brazil turn our goals into reality." João Belfort, Head of Data & Digital at Heineken Brazil
"We couldn't be prouder of the work we have achieved in partnership with Heineken Brazil'' says Andrea Ghibaudi, Vice President, Enterprise Strategy at Silverbullet. "They have been a joy to work with, presenting both willingness and openness in testing new ideas to achieve their long-term goal and vision. We cannot wait to continue our data transformation journey together in 2022."
After a successful first year working together, the partnership continues as Heineken expands upon its transformation journey, by leveraging the huge potential presented by first-party data, marketing automation, and innovative technology for the post-cookie era. Download the full case study here.
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Anya Free, University of California, Davis
(THE CONVERSATION) As Ukraine prepared to celebrate its independence day even while its military forces battled a monthslong Russian invasion, government officials assembled a grandiose, yet gruesome, display on Khreshchatyk, the main street of Ukraine’s capital city, Kyiv.
Wrecked and burned-out tanks, military trucks and other equipment lined the street as an intentional mockery of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s failed plan of a victorious Russian army parade in Kyiv.
This display, in August 2022, wasn’t a first for Ukraine, and it echoes an ancient tradition of displaying the looted weapons of a military adversary.
On the sites of battles they won, the ancient Greeks typically erected what they called tropaions – triumphal monuments made from trees and decorated with captured armor, weapons and helmets – to commemorate the victory and pay homage to a god. The classic Greek epic the “Iliad” contains references to Odysseus stripping the dead enemy of his armor for a subsequent ritual offering to Athena, the goddess of war and his divine patroness.
Ancient Romans continued the practice, and also developed a tradition of military triumphs, parades through the imperial city of Rome to show off the spoils of war, including slaves, art, bullion and weapons. Rich benefactors then often bought the loot and donated it to the Roman public for stationary displays that symbolized Roman imperial power.
Trophy displays in the Modern Era
The practice continued into the modern Western world.
In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, when Napoleon led French forces to conquer and pillage other countries,including Italy, he brought back stolen art along with the enemy’s weapons. His triumphal processions in Paris deliberately evoked Roman tradition. The objects were then displayed in the Louvre.
The pillaging of cultural property became a feature of colonial violence, filling Western museums with looted art and valuables belonging to the colonized nations. The practice is currently prohibited by international humanitarian law, though that does not actually stop the pillaging.
Seizing the enemy’s weapons, however, is customarily accepted as war booty. Various nations have used displays of captured enemy arms to invoke patriotism and boost morale.
As the wars and the weapons became bigger, so did the trophy exhibitions. In 1918, London’s Trafalgar Square was turned into a “wrecked village” filled with German weapons. It was a part of the promotional campaign to sell bonds to continue to pay for the ongoing conflict, later known to history as World War I. Battle trophies were one of the biggest sources of exhibition material for the British Imperial War Museum in its early days.
As I have shown in my doctoral dissertation, during World War II, the Soviet Union extensively used exhibitions of trophy weapons as a propaganda tool. When the Red Army won the monthslong Battle of Moscow in January 1942 and began a counteroffensive, the retreating Nazi army left behind a large amount of weapons. The trophies then became an important feature of war-themed exhibitions across the USSR.
The biggest Soviet exhibition of captured German weapons opened in Moscow’s Gorky Park on June 22, 1943, the second anniversary of Germany’s invasion of Russia. The grandiose outdoor display featured German tanks, planes, cannons and other large equipment.
The exhibition conveyed two messages. First, the enemy was powerful, as evidenced by its innovative and strong equipment, and victory would require everyone’s full effort. Second, though, the fact the weapons were captured demonstrated that the Red Army and the Soviet people were able to overcome and defeat the invaders.
Similar exhibitions opened in many other Soviet cities, including Leningrad, Minsk and Kyiv. The displays were dismantled by the end of the 1940s; the weapons were recycled as scrap.
Mocking the enemy
Since Russia first invaded the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine in 2014, Ukrainians have embraced the practice of displaying captured weapons as trophies.
In July 2014, the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War in Kyiv presented a temporary exhibition of heavy equipment captured from Russia-sponsored separatist groups. After the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Ukraine continued to use the trophy exhibitions of newly captured Russian weaponry as propaganda, seeking both domestic and international support.
In May 2022, the National Military History Museum of Ukraine opened an exhibition of recently destroyed Russian military equipment on Mykhailivs’ka Square in the Kyiv city center. The exhibition of the wreckage was meant to boost the morale of the Ukrainian people by celebrating the strength of the Ukrainian army, and to humiliate the enemy by demonstrating the incompetence and moral inferiority of the Russian army and its weaponry.
A month later, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took then-British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to visit the exhibition, along with other sights of Kyiv.
Gathering international support
Ukraine has used captured weapons to seek support from other former Soviet-bloc countries, sending Russian trophy weapons for display in Poland and the Czech Republic.
In Prague, Ukrainian Minister of Internal Affairs Denys Monastyrsky opened the exhibition of the defeated Russian tanks and other weapons on July 11, 2022. In his speech, Monastyrsky referred to the August 1968 Soviet invasion that crushed the anti-communist Prague Spring demonstrations, saying, “Russian tanks are back in Prague, but this time broken, burned out by the hands of the Ukrainian warriors.”
With this ancient practice, Ukraine is showing off its might and resolve, and demonstrating its opponents’ weaknesses – boosting morale within Ukraine and bolstering support from the international community.
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Abortion providers in three states filed a lawsuit Monday aimed at preserving access to the abortion pill mifepristone, even as the drug is threatened by a separate Texas lawsuit winding its way through U.S. court system.
The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Virginia on behalf of clinics in Virginia, Montana and Kansas, is the latest legal action over the decades-old pill, which is part of the two-drug regimen used in most U.S. abortions.
A federal judge in Texas issued a ruling last month that would have revoked the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s longstanding approval of the pill, an unprecedented challenge to the federal drug regulator. But the Supreme Court blocked that decision and other limits from a lower court from taking effect while the lawsuit continues.
Abortion-rights advocates and their opponents continue jostling for a legal foothold on the issue across the country.
The clinics in Virginia, Montana and Kansas sued the FDA on Monday in federal court to force the agency to drop several longstanding restrictions on how mifepristone can be prescribed.
But from a practical standpoint, the groups said they are seeking a court order that would shield mifepristone access in their states as the litigation over the drug proceeds. That is what 18 liberal states achieved last month when a federal judge in Washington state issued a ruling ordering the FDA to preserve access to mifepristone in those states, regardless of any conflicting court decisions. The ruling came shortly after the Texas decision, creating confusion for abortion providers and their patients.
The plaintiffs in Monday’s lawsuit said they hope to prevent similar chaos as the legal battle over mifepristone accelerates. An appeals court in New Orleans is set to hear arguments in the Texas case later this month.
“Plaintiffs cannot retool their practices overnight with no notice — healthcare has no on-off switch. They and their patients require clarity around their continued provision of mifepristone,” states the lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of the clinics by the Center for Reproductive Rights, a New York-based legal and advocacy group that works to ensure access to abortion.
The group said it included abortion providers in Virginia, Montana and Kansas in the lawsuit because those states are not parties to either the Texas or Washington cases, but they have many lawmakers who are hostile to abortion access and “are caught in the middle of this maelstrom.”
The FDA approved mifepristone, in combination with a second pill, as a safe and effective means of ending pregnancy in 2000. Mifepristone is sometimes used for alternate reasons, including managing miscarriages.
At the time of the approval, the FDA imposed a number of restrictions on the drug, including requiring that prescribers undergo certification and that women sign an agreement form before taking it.
In recent years, the FDA has made mifepristone easier to get, dropping a two-decade-old requirement that women pick up the pill in person. But the FDA has repeatedly concluded that the remaining requirements — including prescriber certification and patient forms — are necessary.
In their lawsuit, the clinics argue that these restrictions “stigmatize and undermine access to medication abortion.”
The abortion providers who are suing include: Whole Woman’s Health Alliance, a nonprofit organization that operates healthcare facilities in Charlottesville and Alexandria, Virginia; Whole Woman’s Health of the Twin Cities, LLC, in Minnesota, which provides telehealth services for medication abortion in Virginia, Maryland, Minnesota, New Mexico and Illinois; and Blue Mountain Clinic, a family practice in Missoula, Montana, which first opened in 1977 as the first and only abortion clinic in the state.
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Police: 14-year-old girl shot, killed while making TikTok video; 3 charged
MONTE VISTA, Colo. (KUSA) - A 14-year-old Colorado girl was making a TikTok video when she was shot and killed earlier this month.
Authorities say Aaliyah Salazar was killed on Aug. 7 when juveniles were handling a gun while making videos on TikTok.
According to court documents, police said they watched the video before Aaliyah was shot in the head, and it showed her dancing with someone in the background fiddling with something.
One of the teens told police they saw another teen point the gun at Aaliyah and fire. That teen reportedly told police it could have been an accident.
Gary Salazar, Aaliyah’s grandfather, said his world stopped once he heard the news.
“She could go into a store and come out with 20 new friends. She was just that type of person. She loved people and her family,” Gary Salazar said.
Loved ones gathered this week to remember Aaliyah, who loved dancing and doing TikTok videos.
On Monday, police said two juveniles were charged with felony manslaughter and misdemeanor possession of a weapon. The maximum they could face is six years in Colorado’s youth offender system.
“The frustration I’ve got is that if you take a life, you should have to pay for it dearly, not with a slap on the hand and say don’t do it again,” Gary Salazar said.
Emiliano Vargas, an adult, has also been charged in connection with Aaliyah’s death. He is facing charges, including providing or permitting a juvenile to possess a gun.
A new district attorney will start in September, and officials said they would review the case.
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BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Suspended Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson’s status with the NFL has not been affected by a new civil lawsuit filed by another woman accusing him of sexual misconduct two years ago, the league said Friday.
Watson is serving an 11-game suspension for alleged sexual misconduct while he played for the Houston Texans. Two dozen women previously alleged he was sexually inappropriate during massage therapy sessions.
On Thursday, another woman filed a lawsuit in Texas that alleges Watson pressured her into performing a sex act after a massage in 2020. Watson has settled 23 of 24 previous lawsuits filed against him.
NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said the latest lawsuit does not impact Watson’s standing. The three-time Pro Bowler returned to the Browns’ training facility this week for the first time since his suspension began on Aug. 30.
“We will monitor developments in the newly-filed litigation; and any conduct that warrants further investigation or possible additional sanctions would be addressed within the Personal Conduct Policy,” McCarthy said in an email.
Watson is only permitted to attend meetings with the Browns and work out as he moves toward a possible return. He is not allowed to practice until Nov. 14, and as long as he fulfills conditions of his settlement with the league, he can return fully on Nov. 28 and would be eligible to play on Dec. 4 when the Browns visit the Texans.
Watson agreed to the 11-game ban, a $5 million fine and to undergo treatment and counseling by an independent group.
The Browns traded for Watson in March and signed him to a five-year, $240 million contract.
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PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland-born rapper, singer and songwriter Aminé is set to make his orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony Orchestra on Wednesday, Nov.9. The rapper made the announcement in an Instagram reel.
The Oregon Symphony solidified the announcement and launched ticket sales on their site with their own announcement.
"Hailed by the Portland Mercury as Rose City's most successful hip-hop artist, this striking, homecoming performance is not to be missed!" they stated in their statement announcing the collaborative debut.
Born Adam Aminé Daniel, Daniel was raised in the Northeast Portland Woodlawn area. He is the son of Ethiopian immigrants who migrated to the United States in the 1990s. The Portland native is also an alumnus of Benson Polytechnic High School and later attended Portland State University focusing on Marketing.
Music was always a resonating theme in his life. In 2016, he gained worldwide attention for his breakout single "Caroline" which peaked at number 11 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Not only did he gain success, but he put a spotlight on Portland.
Since his massive hit the rapper has since released multiple critically acclaimed projects, been featured on various shows, performed at various festivals and has embark on tours around the world.
He is known for continuously highlighting and cultivating conversations centered around the Pacific Northwest. In early 2020, Daniel went viral for the music video for his song "Shimmy" where he visits various Portland landmarks.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Officials in the Trump White House tried to pressure U.S. health experts into reauthorizing a discredited COVID-19 treatment, according to a congressional investigation that provides new evidence of that administration’s efforts to override Food and Drug Administration decisions early in the pandemic.
The report Wednesday by the Democratic-led House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis also sheds new light on the role that television personalities played in bringing hydroxychloroquine to the attention of top White House officials. Investigators highlighted an email from Fox News’ Laura Ingraham and others from Dr. Mehmet Oz, the celebrity heart surgeon who had a daytime TV show and is now the Republican Senate nominee in Pennsylvania. Ingraham attended an Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump, who himself took the anti-malaria drug.
The FDA originally authorized use of hydroxychloroquine in late March 2020 based on small studies suggesting it could have some effectiveness against the coronavirus. At that time, many researchers hoped that existing antiviral drugs could be used to fight the virus. But by June, FDA officials had concluded the drug was likely ineffective and could cause potentially dangerous heart complications, revoking its emergency use.
Efforts by the Trump administration to control the release of COVID-19 guidance and install political operatives at public health agencies have been well documented.
The report by the House subcommittee investigating the government’s COVID-19 response focused on pressure at the FDA, which serves as gatekeeper for the drugs, vaccines and other countermeasures against the virus.
Much of the information comes from an interview with the agency’s former commissioner, Dr. Stephen Hahn, who was picked for the job by Trump in late 2019. Frustrated by the pace of FDA’s medical reviews, Trump repeatedly accused Hahn — without evidence — of delaying decisions on COVID-19 drugs and vaccines “for political reasons.”
Although FDA commissioners are politically appointed, the agency’s scientists are expected to conduct their reviews free from outside influence. Indeed, the FDA’s credibility largely stems from its reputation for scientific independence.
But Hahn told investigators that he felt pressure due to the “persistence” of Trump aide Peter Navarro’s calls to reauthorize hydroxychloroquine after the FDA’s decision to pull its emergency use.
“We took a different stance at the FDA,” Hahn told investigators. “So that disagreement, which of course ultimately became somewhat public, was a source of pressure.”
The subcommittee chairman, Democrat Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina, said efforts to bend the FDA’s scientific work on treatments and vaccines exemplified how the “prior administration prioritized politics over public health.” But Louisiana Rep. Steve Scalise, the panel’s top Republican, said the report was “further proof” that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., “only set up this sham panel to carry out a political vendetta” against Trump.
Much of the report focuses on actions taken by Navarro and Dr. Steven Hatfill, a virologist and outside adviser described by the subcommittee as a “full-time volunteer” on COVID-19 for the White House.
“Dr. Hatfill and Mr. Navarro devised multiple pressure schemes targeting FDA and federal officials who they contended were wrongly impeding widespread access to hydroxychloroquine,” according to the report.
In his response, Hatfill said: “We never wrongly pressured anyone. We simply followed the science and the overwhelming evidence as detailed in several studies available at the time.”
Navarro, in an emailed statement, said the subcommittee was “wrongly” perpetuating that hydroxychloroquine “was somehow dangerous.” He also said he has chronicled his battles with the FDA in his White House memoir.
Importantly, there’s no evidence that White House efforts ultimately changed the FDA’s decisions on hydroxychloroquine or any other therapies.
Investigators also cited a March 28, 2020, email from Oz to Dr. Deborah Birx, White House coronavirus response coordinator, stating that the drug “appears safe and results are better than expected.”
Birx forwarded the email to Hahn within the hour, saying “we should talk.”
A cancer specialist with no prior political experience, Hahn was widely criticized during the early COVID-19 response for decisions that appeared to cave to White House officials.
According to emails obtained by the committee, Hatfill described “constant fighting with (Dr. Anthony) Fauci and Dr. Hahn” over access to hydroxychloroquine during the summer. Fauci is the nation’s top infectious disease expert.
During this period Hatfill also urged Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., to request a federal investigation into the handling of hydroxychloroquine, according to a letter submitted for the Congressional Record.
There’s no indication such a request was made. But in mid-August, Johnson and fellow Republican Sens. Mike Lee of Utah and Ted Cruz of Texas wrote the FDA seeking an explanation for the denial to reinstate hydroxychloroquine’s authorization. Johnson also chaired a Senate committee hearing in November 2020 on treatment options and complained that doctors who prescribed hydroxychloroquine for COVID had been “scorned.”
In the fall of 2020, the focus of both FDA and White House officials turned to the upcoming authorization of the first COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna.
As previously reported, the White House objected to an FDA requirement that vaccine makers gather two months of safety data before filing their applications, contending that condition would delay the launch of the shots. Trump had repeatedly stated the shots would be authorized before Election Day, despite government scientists signaling that timeline was unlikely.
The committee report suggested that the FDA’s guidance for vaccine manufacturers was delayed more than three weeks — from mid-September until early October — due to White House concerns.
Hahn told investigators the agency faced “pushback about the issue” from multiple officials, including Trump’s chief of staff, Mark Meadows, who told the FDA commissioner on Sept. 23, 2020, that the White House would not sign off on the two-month requirement.
On Oct. 6, the FDA quietly published its vaccine guidelines as part of a larger set of documents for drugmakers. After the materials posted online, Hahn said Meadows called him to indicate that the FDA guidelines were approved.
The online publication drew fury from the president on Twitter.
“New FDA rules make it more difficult for them to speed up vaccines for approval before Election Day. Just another political hit job!” Trump tweeted at his FDA commissioner.
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The 2023 RBC Canadian Open Odds & Preview: Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy is set to compete at the 2023 RBC Canadian Open in Toronto, Canada at Oakdale Golf & Country Club from June 8-11, and will try to defend his title.
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Rory McIlroy Insights
- Over his last 16 rounds, McIlroy has finished better than par six times, while also posting 10 rounds with a better-than-average score.
- He has registered a top-five score once and a top-10 score twice in his last 16 rounds.
- McIlroy has carded a score within three shots of the day's best in four of his last 16 rounds, while finishing within five strokes of the top score of the day eight times.
- McIlroy has finished in the top 10 twice in his past five appearances.
- The past five times he has played a tournament, he's made the cut three times.
- In his past five appearances, McIlroy has finished within five shots of the leader once. He posted a score that was better than average twice.
- McIlroy has made the cut in three tournaments in a row.
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RBC Canadian Open Insights and Stats
- McIlroy has two wins in his past two starts at this event.
- McIlroy made the cut in each of his two most recent entries to this event.
- The previous time McIlroy competed in this event, in 2022, he ended up the champion.
- Measuring 7,264 yards, Oakdale Golf & Country Club is set up as a par 72 for this week. In the past year, tournaments on Tour have averaged 7,301 yards.
- The courses that McIlroy has played in the past year have had an average distance of 7,339 yards, while Oakdale Golf & Country Club will be at 7,264 yards this week.
McIlroy's Last Time Out
- McIlroy was in the 83rd percentile on par 3s at The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, with an average of par on the 16 par-3 holes.
- He shot well to finish in the 77th percentile on par 4s at The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, averaging 4.05 strokes on those 40 holes.
- McIlroy shot better than 53% of the competitors at The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday on par-5 holes, averaging 4.69 strokes per hole compared to the field average of 4.72.
- McIlroy carded a birdie or better on four of 16 par-3s at The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, better than the field average of 1.2.
- On the 16 par-3s at The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, McIlroy carded more bogeys or worse (four) than the tournament average (3.3).
- McIlroy had more birdies or better (six) than the tournament average of 4.5 on the 40 par-4s at The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday.
- In that last competition, McIlroy's par-4 performance (on 40 holes) included a bogey or worse six times (better than the field's average, 8.2).
- McIlroy finished The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday with a birdie or better on eight of the 16 par-5s, bettering the field average of 4.8.
- On the 16 par-5s at The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, McIlroy recorded three bogeys or worse, more than the field average of 1.7.
RBC Canadian Open Time and Date Info
- Date: June 8-11, 2023
- Course: Oakdale Golf & Country Club
- Location: Toronto, Canada
- Par: 72 / 7,264 yards
- McIlroy Odds to Win: +500 (Bet now with DraftKings!)
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Ethoxylated ingredients can leave behind a probable carcinogenic byproduct that's terrible for people and the planet
MINNEAPOLIS , May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ingredients Matter, a start-up household cleaning brand out of Minneapolis, has created a laundry care product line without 1,4-Dioxane, a probable carcinogenic byproduct found in many household cleaners and laundry detergents. The brand engaged Bureau Veritas, an international leader in third-party lab testing, to evaluate Dioxane levels in laundry detergents from Tide, Gain, Arm & Hammer, All, Method, Mrs. Meyers, and Seventh Generation. The study is the first of many from the brand and intends to help consumers understand how much 1,4-Dioxane they encounter unknowingly.
According to Ingredients Matter President Christiana Kippels, "Consumers are trying to make better choices for the health of their families and the planet. Because our founder's family has been in the laundry soap business since 1943, we could spot greenwashing terms like biobased and plant-powered, leading people to believe they're safer than other laundry products. But they're still using ethoxylated detergents, which we know may leave behind residual 1,4-Dioxane. So, we tested for it."
The chemical 1,4-Dioxane has come under fire in recent years after its detection in groundwater and drinking water supplies near chemical plants and waste sites. As a result of manufacturing with ethoxylated ingredients, home cleaning products can also contain varying amounts of 1,4-Dioxane, which led New York State to reduce allowable levels beyond federal minimums. New York law will require household cleaners to include no more than two parts per million (PPM) by the end of 2022. That limit will reduce to a maximum of 1 PPM by the end of 2023. Meanwhile, environmental groups are targeting 1,4-Dioxane's eradication in household cleaning products altogether.
How harsh is your laundry detergent?
A third-party study conducted by testing lab Bureau Veritas in the spring of 2022 detected 1,4-Dioxane in nearly all laundry detergents tested, from conventional brands like Tide and All to plant-based brands like Mrs. Meyers.
- Conventional laundry detergents from Arm & Hammer, Tide, and Gain contained more than 3 PPM 1,4-Dioxane.
- Other products from Tide's gentler lines (Tide Free & Gentle and Tide Pur Clean) and products from Mrs. Meyers, All, and Method tested between .18 and.4 PPM, making them acceptable under NY State guidelines but still containing some amount of 1,4-Dioxane
- Although the product contains ethoxylated ingredients, dioxane was not detected in Seventh Generation Free & Clear.
- Ingredients Matter Laundry Soap is made without ethoxylated detergents, so it cannot contain 1,4-Dioxane.
The results don't come as a shock to insiders. According to Kippels, "We weren't surprised to find 1,4-Dioxane because we know it can be created during ethoxylation and remain in the final product. The Seventh Generation Free & Clear detergent we tested does have ethoxylated detergents but did not contain detectable 1,4-Dioxane, which means they're likely vacuum-stripping the product after ethoxylation. These results prove that unless consumers have chemistry lab equipment in their homes, they'll never know if 1,4-Dioxane is in their ethoxylated detergents. We're continuing to test and intend to produce more results."
What is 1,4-Dioxane?
The chemical is most prevalent in wastewater near chemical plants and the soil at biohazard sites, so how does it end up in laundry detergent? Most detergents are made through a process called ethoxylation, where Ethylene Oxide (EtO) reacts with a fatty alcohol. That process creates inexpensive, hard-working detergents like Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Polyethylene Glycol (PEG). Often, ethoxylation leaves behind a residual chemical called 1,4-Dioxane, which ends up in cleaners like laundry detergent, toothpaste, or shampoo. 1,4-Dioxane, just like its origin source EtO, is a likely carcinogen. Only chemical labs with special equipment can prove its presence in household products because it's not an intentional ingredient, and the naked eye can't see it.
How can you spot 1,4-Dioxane on an ingredient label?
"That's the big challenge for consumers. 1,4-Dioxane is only detectable by lab equipment; it's not visible to the naked eye. As we saw with these results, the detergent-making process can leave 1,4-Dioxane behind as a residual ingredient, and that chemical can end up on bath towels and baby blankets and flushed out into the groundwater. Because we know that Dioxane can be left behind, and without chemistry equipment, we can't know just how much, we avoid it altogether."
These ethoxylates are commonly found in laundry detergents:
- Sodium Laureth Sulfate
- Laureth-6 & Laureth-7
- C12-16 Pareth
- Polyethelene Glycol (PEG)
About Ingredients Matter
Ingredients Matter is a Minneapolis-based start-up brand focused on making truly better household products. Starting with the unregulated world of laundry detergents, they've created a Laundry Soap made from coconut soap flakes and salts, rather than harsh detergents, so it's naturally free from ethoxylates and 1,4-Dioxane. In third-party testing, Ingredients Matter Laundry Soap was shown to clean better than natural and biobased detergents currently on the market. Beyond making better household and laundry cleaning products, the brand hopes to spur a shift in the category by working with third-party labs to continually test ethoxylated detergents for 1,4-Dioxane content.
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Xoran Technologies® announces that last month it received FDA 510(k) clearance for TRON® — a truly mobile, full-body fluoroscopy, computed tomography (CT) X-ray system.
"When Xoran states that TRON is the 'One RING to rule them all,' we truly mean that this compact, mobile, open-bore device is poised to revolutionize global initiatives to democratize access to diagnostic imaging," says Xoran CEO Misha Rakic. "TRON is uniquely suited to provide safe, ultra-high-resolution, low dose imaging in traditional settings such as the operating room, surgery center, and critical care unit where space is limited, and hospital budgets are stretched thin."
"Its compact size and weight make it truly nimble without any need for bulky motors and batteries," continues Rakic. "What's more, because TRON scans take less than a minute, and the system is easy-to-use, it can be further mobilized by placing it in small vans, lending TRON to low-dose screening brought to patients and not the other way around. This means that Xoran's Vehicle-Based Solutions™ can be used for community health initiatives and in ambulance and military front-line scenarios."
Additionally, in July, Xoran announced it had begun work on Phase 2 of its mobile lung grant—the goal of which is to confirm the safety and utility of a future thoracic point-of-care CT system in support of an FDA submission. These research and development efforts for lung CT are supported by a recent grant award from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) through the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
About Xoran Technologies
Since 2001, Xoran is the pioneer and medical market leader in low-dose radiation, cone beam CT systems specifically designed for the patient's point-of-care. Providers around the world rely on our industry leading MiniCAT™, xCAT™, and veterinary CT systems: VetCAT and vTRON, to diagnose and treat patients.
Xoran is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
For more information visit www.xorantech.com
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New group compensation functionality added for growing Provider Performance Management Technology™ platform
MINNEAPOLIS, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clinician Nexus, a clinical workforce technology company, announced enhancements to its innovative Provider Performance Management Technology™ (PPMT™) that allow for unique insight into the composition of physician pay arrangements within academic practice settings. PPMT is a comprehensive physician compensation software solution that engages the clinical workforce and informs leaders through transparent performance-based compensation administration, reporting, and analytical capabilities.
PPMT currently allows organizations utilizing group compensation models to automate the aggregation of the group's total earned compensation and then distribute pay to physicians based on client-defined rules such as full-time equivalent status, individual contributions, and other factors. Building on this existing functionality, PPMT now permits authorized stakeholders such as Department Chairs and Division Leaders to adjust recommended pay distribution under a specified set of parameters. This provides physician leaders in academic medical centers with added flexibility to help better support the tripartite mission of education, research, and high-quality patient care while also rewarding physicians based on special circumstances.
"These critical enhancements help to streamline decision-making and provide greater flexibility within an automated system to easily implement necessary adjustments each pay cycle. More importantly, it improves transparency and reinforces the unique mission of academic medical centers – where managing departmental compensation can be highly complex – through an improved review and approval process across multiple leadership levels," said Jason Tackett, a managing principal in SullivanCotter's Physician Workforce Practice. SullivanCotter is a leading independent consulting firm in the assessment and development of total rewards programs, workforce solutions, and data products for the health care industry and not-for-profit sector.
PPMT helps health care organizations to improve and engage their physician and advanced practice provider workforce through a greater understanding of overall departmental compensation while also combining this with detailed analysis and reporting at the individual provider level.
"With customizable solutions designed to support each stage of the clinical workforce lifecycle – from planning and training to measuring, rewarding, and driving performance – Clinician Nexus is focused on helping clients to deliver best-in-class patient care. PPMT is a critical piece of the puzzle as organizations look to align provider compensation with performance and drive meaningful results, and we continue to make vital system improvements in order to help clients achieve these goals," said David Schwietz, chief information officer, Clinician Nexus.
For more information on these enhancements or our entire suite of Provider Performance Management Technology, visit www.cliniciannexus.com or contact us at 888.254.3503.
Clinician Nexus enables health care organizations to build thriving clinician teams with industry-leading technology products, workforce and compensation analytics, and automated workflow solutions. Backed by extensive technical expertise and industry-leading data, we deliver innovative approaches to help clients to plan, educate, and engage their clinical workforce at every stage of the lifecycle. We are committed to providing our clients with outstanding guidance and support as they focus on shaping the future of health care.
Contact: Becky Lorentz
beckylorentz@sullivancotter.com
314.414.3719
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Jeff Cook, Founder of NatureBee joins Gayle Guyardo the host of the nationally syndicated health and wellness show Bloom to talk about the health benefits of bee pollen. For more info visit NatureBee.com/USA.
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Awesome things to do in NJ for Mother’s Day instead of a brunch
Mother's Day is still a few weeks away. So if you haven't booked a reservation at some overcrowded, understaffed, chaotic, noisy brunch somewhere that always sounds like a good idea on paper, you might want to rethink it this year. There are so many other more unique things you could do for a mom in a place like New Jersey.
Here's a list of ideas you might want to look into.
If you're near Hudson County here's something different and it doesn't cost a penny. Jersey City's Hamilton Park is hosting mom and young child activities on Friday May 12 from 4 to 7 p.m..
They'll have performers and food vendors along with arts and crafts you and your kids can do together, cookie decorating, kids' music and even a picture corner for photos. Info here.
Want something more adult? On Mother's Day itself from noon to 4:30 p.m. Four Sisters Winery in Belvedire is offering meals fit for a queen. Roasted turkey and ham, roasted veggies, garlic potatoes and more.
You can tour the vineyard or their wine cellar and enjoy wine tasting by the glass or bottle. Tickets available here.
The Annual Azalea Festival happens only once a year every Mother’s Day weekend. It’s over a quarter million flowering bulbs, azaleas, rhododendron and dogwoods along gorgeous walking paths with fountains, gazebos and bridges.
It happens at Sayen Park Botanical Garden in Hamilton Twp and you can plan your day here.
How about a day of shopping and music at the Spring Bazaar in two different locations? Local designers, crafters, music, food, adult libations and so much more.
It’s happening both Saturday and Sunday May 13 & 14 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Grand Arcade of Convention Hall in Asbury Park and the Whitechapel Projects in Long Branch.
Info here.
Or you can treat mom to laughter for Mother’s Day at the Stress Factory in New Brunswick. Two shows on Sunday May 14 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.. Featuring the comedy of Talent.
Tickets and info available here.
Get your mom back to Mother Nature for Mother’s Day. Kymer’s Camping Resort is one way to make it happen. Nestled in the Kittatiny Mountains you’ll discover 200 beautiful acres.
You can go kayaking, hike part of the Appalachian Trail or enjoy an Olympic size swimming pool. For reservations call 973-875-3167 for information or go here.
Whatever you do for your mom this Mothers’s Day I hope you have a fun and stress-free time.
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Right now there’s enough debt, toil and trouble afoot to upend the film and streaming industries twice over. Cineworld, owner of the nation’s number two multiplex chain Regal, flirts with bankruptcy amid its nearly $5 billion debt load. Warner Bros. Discovery has taken to cutting its perceived staff and programming expendables. Nearly 200 episodes of “Sesame Street” yanked off HBO Max? Even with a merger debt load of $53 billion to $55 billion, somebody needs to put down the ducky and rethink that one.
This fall shapes up as a battle of reality vs. fantasy. The reality is a business that continues to unlearn lessons never easily learned in Hollywood: how to create and simultaneously point stockholders toward new work, new intellectual properties, new storytelling for a sustainable future.
The fantasy part, the creative part: That’s what may just get us through.
This fall’s releases hold plenty of promise in different directions and varying degrees of New. Here are 15 titles to consider. And here’s hoping “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” is even a fraction as effective as its trailer. All release dates are subject to change.
“The Woman King” (Sept. 16 in theaters): Viola Davis wields the righteous weaponry as the general of the Agojie female warriors, fighting for their African homeland kingdom of Dahomey. Based in fact and, fingers crossed, rousing in execution. Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood.
“Don’t Worry Darling” (Sept. 23 in theaters): Harry Styles, aka many people’s idea of the Most Interesting Man in the World, stars with Florence Pugh in director Olivia Wilde’s psychological thriller set in a mysterious, cultlike 1950s utopian suburb. Chris Pine and KiKi Layne co-star.
“Blonde” (Sept. 23 on Netflix). Joyce Carol Oates’ poetically, tragically speculative Marilyn Monroe novel becomes a vehicle for Ana de Armas and, judging from the trailers, a stylistic workout for director Andrew Dominik (“The Assassination of Jesse James”).
“Bros” (Sept. 30 in theaters). Billy Eichner and Luke Macfarlane star in the latest from director Nicholas Stoller (”Forgetting Sarah Marshall”). This is being touted by Universal as the first gay rom-com in major-studio Hollywood history. Wow! That didn’t take very long at all!
“Amsterdam” (Oct. 7 in theaters). The return of David O. Russell (”American Hustle,” “Silver Linings Playbook”) in a fictional/factual hybrid of a cockeyed ‘30s murder story, featuring a cast big enough to fill out a disaster movie or three: Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rami Malek … and Russell’s go-to, Robert De Niro.
“Till” (Oct. 14 in theaters). The horrific 1955 Mississippi lynching of 14-year-old Chicagoan Emmett Till has been dramatized before; director Chinonye Chukwu (”Clemency”) and the screenwriters focus their account on Mamie Till-Mobley (Danielle Deadwyler), Till’s educator and activist mother, and her drive to bring the killers to justice.
“Ticket to Paradise” (Oct. 21 in theaters). Julia Roberts. George Clooney. Rom-com. Bali. Magic time?
“Black Adam” (Oct. 21 in theaters). Can Dwayne Johnson, who plays the DC Comics character initially designed to be shoehorned into “Shazam!”, elevate the insanely up and down DC film roster? I have no additional questions on this topic at this time.
“Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities” (Oct. 25 on Netflix). A tantalizing eight-episode horror anthology, featuring a murderer’s row of contemporary masters of the macabre. Anything new from “The Babadook” director Jennifer Kent is everything fine with me.
“North by Northwest” (Nov. 6 at the Music Box Theatre). Copresented by the Chicago Architecture Center, Hitchcock’s 1959 adventure, filmed partly in Chicago, screens in a special presentation and discussion framed by all things design- and built environment-oriented.
“The Son” (Nov. 11 in theaters). Anthony Hopkins won his second Oscar for “The Father,” also from playwright/screenwriter Florian Zeller. “The Son” is part of Zeller’s trilogy, starring a similarly prestigious cast of Hugh Jackman, Laura Dern, Vanessa Kirby — and Hopkins once again.
“The Fabelmans” (Nov. 11 in theaters). The collaboration between director Steven Spielberg and screenwriter Tony Kushner continues, enticingly, with this seriocomic semi-autobiographical portrait of a great American filmmaker’s early years. The cast includes Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen and, yes, David Lynch as John Ford.
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” (Nov. 11 in theaters). Forever is a long time, but the devotion to the first “Black Panther” starring the late Chadwick Boseman is ardent indeed. The sequel in this Marvel franchise, directed by Ryan Coogler, sets Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Shuri (Letitia Wright), War Dog Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o)and others against interlopers in a battle for Wakanda.
“The Menu” (Nov. 18 in theaters). An eerie dark-comic premise: Ralph Fiennes portrays the world-class-est of world-class chefs, inviting a select handful of foodies to his remote island resort for the meal of a lifetime.
“She Said” (Nov. 18 in theaters): Or, how they got that story and brought the formerly untouchable movie mogul Harvey Weinstein to justice. In this true-life tale of investigative journalism, Zoe Kazan and Carey Mulligan play New York Times reporters Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey.
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Achieves revenue of $90.7 million, growing year-over-year by 74%
Pro customer revenue increases to 63% of full year revenues, up 210% from the previous year
BuildDirect reports in US dollars and in accordance with IFRS
VANCOUVER, BC, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BuildDirect.com Technologies Inc. (TSXV: BILD) ("BuildDirect" or the "Company") a growing omnichannel building material retailer, today announced its financial results for the Q4 2021 ("Q4 2021") and full-year audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2021 ("Full Year 2021").
"I am very proud of what we achieved in 2021." said David Lazar, interim CEO of BuildDirect. "In addition to reaching $90.7 million of revenue for the year, we have integrated the FloorSource acquisition into our broader operations and closed the acquisition of Superb Flooring & Design. Our team's dedication and ability to adapt quickly to market trends has helped us respond to challenges presented by COVID and global supply chain pressures. Looking forward, we continue to focus on the growing Pro customer market with its higher average basket recurring purchases."
Q4 and Full Year 2021 Financial Highlights
Q4 and Full Year 2021 Highlights
- Achieved Full Year 2021 revenue of $90.7 million driven by strategic acquisitions of FloorSource and Superb Flooring & Design, and increasing customer demand. Compared to the previous quarter, Q4 2021 revenue increased by 7.1% to $24.0 million.
- Full Year 2021 Pro revenue reached $57.1 million, representing 63% of total revenue at the year end and year-over-year growth of 210%, which was largely driven by acquisition.
- Gross profit decreased 6.2% to $7.6 million in Q4 2021 over the previous quarter, with Full Year 2021 gross profit reaching $31.8 million, an increase of 59% year-over-year. The improvement was driven by increased revenues and partially offset by higher than expected product costs.
- Gross margin in Q4 2021 decreased by 490bps to 31.5% compared to Q3 2021 due to higher product costs. Full Year 2021 gross margin reached 35.1%, and is expected to improve in 2022 as BuildDirect increases pricing to offset increased product cost.
- Adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2021 came to ($3.2 million), a 433% decrease from the previous quarter, and ($4.0 million) for the Full Year 2021. While this decrease is attributable to higher product, fulfilment, and marketing costs, adjusted EBITDA is expected to improve in Q1 2022 as we increase prices, and reduce fixed-costs and paid marketing attributable to homeowner customers.
- Continue to integrate the acquisition of FloorSource, and closed the acquisition of Superb Flooring & Design, which increased Pro revenues, brought installation and delivery services, expanded assortment, and improved product availability.
- Successfully completed a reverse takeover transaction to go public following $20.5 million private placement.
- Appointed experienced omnichannel retail executives, David Lazard as interim CEO, and Peg Hunter and Henry Lees-Buckley to the Board of Directors.
Post-Quarter Highlights
- On February 15, 2022, BuildDirect announced the closing of a secured debt financing pursuant to which it issued, via its wholly owned subsidiary BuildDirect Operations Limited, secured notes to Pelecanus Investments Ltd., Lyra Growth Partners Inc., and Beedie Investments Ltd. in an aggregated amount of US $3 million.
- On April 4, 2022, BuildDirect announced that it appointed Eyal Ofir to its Board of Directors, and that John Farlinger and Andrew Elbaz had stepped down from their roles as Directors of the Board.
2022 Outlook
The outlook for the home improvement sector remains optimistic, supported by a consistently strong North American housing and real estate market. Whilst the consistent and resilient demand for home improvement and construction is encouraging, broader macro uncertainty remains around the impact of inflation, supply chain pressures, and evolving customer habits.
Looking to 2022, BuildDirect's growth strategy focuses primarily on expanding its foothold in the Pro customer market through four key strategic pillars:
- Reallocation of resources to focus on serving the Pro customer
- Drive synergies from acquired independent retailers
- Leveraging heavy weight delivery capabilities to maximize customer service offering
- Expanding Pro share of wallet through our omnichannel strategy
In addition to driving revenue growth, the Company is undertaking a number of key initiatives including shifting our focus more strongly towards Pro revenues, passing increased product costs on to the customer, and maximizing acquisition synergies to drive margin expansion with the goal of delivering profitability.
Ethan Rudin, CFO of BuildDirect said, "To execute on our strategy, we will continue to invest in the Pro market, extract financial and operational synergies from our acquisitions, and drive fixed-costs down. In Q1 2022, we are estimating revenues to be over $24 million and we're estimating to achieve positive Adjusted EBITDA. In addition, our cash balance has improved from year-end 2021 and at the end of Q1 2022 our cash balance is estimated to be over $5 million."
Actual results may differ materially from BuildDirect's financial outlook as a result of, among other things, the factors described under "Forward-Looking Statements" below.
BuildDirect's audited consolidated financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2020 and December 31, 2021 and Management's Discussion and Analysis for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2020 and 2021 are available on the Company's website at www.BuildDirect.com. and on the Company's SEDAR profile available at www.sedar.com.
Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results Conference Call
BuildDirect will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the Company's financial results at 9:30 am EST on Monday, May 2, 2022. To access the telephonic version of the conference call, participants can dial (888) 664-6392 (North America Toll-Free) or (416) 764-8659. Upon entering the confirmation ID: 56210850, participants will be entered directly into the conference.
Alternatively, the webcast will be available live on the Investor Relations section of BuildDirect's website at https://ir.builddirect.com/events-and-presentation
Among other things, BuildDirect will discuss long-term financial outlook on the conference call and webcast, and related materials will be made available on the Company's website at https://ir.builddirect.com/events-and-presentation. Investors should carefully review the factors, assumptions, risks and uncertainties included in such related materials concerning such long-term financial outlook.
An audio replay of the call will be available approximately two hours after the completion of the live call until 8:59 pm EST on May 9, 2022. The audio replay will be accessed by dialing (888) 390-0541 (North America Toll-Free) or (416) 764-8677 (Toronto) with entry code: 210850. In addition, an archived webcast will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at https://ir.builddirect.com/events-and-presentation.
About BuildDirect
BuildDirect (TSXV: BILD) is an innovative technology platform for purchasing and selling building materials online. The BuildDirect platform connects homeowners and home improvement professionals in North America with suppliers and sellers of quality building materials from around the world, including flooring, tile, decking and more. BuildDirect's growth, proprietary heavyweight delivery network, and digital reach have served to solidify its role as a ground-breaking-player in the home improvement industry. For more information, visit www.BuildDirect.com.
Forward-Looking Information:
This press release contains statements which constitute "forward-looking statements" and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking statements"), including statements regarding the plans, intentions, beliefs and current expectations of the Company with respect to future business activities and operating performance. Forward-looking statements are often identified by the words "may", "would", "could", "should", "will", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect" or similar expressions. These statements reflect management's current beliefs and expectations and are based on information currently available to management as at the date hereof.
Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, without limitation, statements relating to BuildDirect's growth and growth strategy, the strength of the home renovation and real estate markets; BuildDirect's 2022 outlook and ability to achieve the pillars listed under the "2022 Outlook" section and pass increased product costs on to the customer; margin expansion; profitability; investment in accretive Pro market assets; expected financial and operational synergies from our acquisitions; BuildDirect's ability to drive costs down; BuildDirect's robust omnichannel customer retail experience and heavy weight delivery capabilities; the redirection and reshaping of operations to focus on the Pro customers market; gross margin increases and adjusted EBITDA improvements; BuildDirect's ability to adapt to market trends; and BuildDirect's acquisition pipeline and maximization of acquisition synergies.
Forward-looking statements involve significant risk, uncertainties and assumptions. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Among those factors are changes in consumer spending, inflation, availability of mortgage financing and consumer credit, changes in the housing market, changes in trade policies, tariffs or other applicable laws and regulations both locally and in foreign jurisdictions, availability and cost of goods from suppliers, fuel prices and other energy costs, interest rate and currency fluctuations, retention of key personnel and changes in general economic, business and political conditions and other factors referenced under the "Risks and Uncertainties" section of our MD&A. These forward-looking statements may be affected by risks and uncertainties in the business of the Company and general market conditions, including COVID-19.
These factors should be considered carefully, and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release reflect the Company's expectations, estimates or projections concerning future results or events based on the opinions, assumptions and estimates of management considered reasonable at the date the statements are made, the Company cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and BuildDirect assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as required by law.
Reference is made in this press release to the following non-GAAP measures: Adjusted EBITDA. These non-GAAP measures are commonly used by investors and other interested parties to evaluate our financial performance and are employed by the company to measure its operating and economic performance and to assist in business decision-making. These non-GAAP measures do not have any standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. These measures are provided as additional information to complement those IFRS measures by providing further understanding of the results of operations from management's perspective. Accordingly, these measures should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of the financial information reported under IFRS. Refer also to appendix tables and " Q4 and Full Year 2021 Highlights" of this press release as well as our Management's Discussion and Analysis for definitions and reconciliations of non-IFRS measures to the nearest IFRS measures.
NON-IFRS MEASURES
We define EBITDA as net income or loss before interest, income taxes and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA removes fair value adjustment of convertible debt and warrants, fair value adjustment of inventory, restructuring expenses, non-recurring bad debt expense, foreign exchange gains and losses, and share-based compensation items from EBITDA. We are presenting these measures because we believe that our current and potential investors, and many analysts, use them to assess our current and future operating results and to make investment decisions. Management uses these measures in managing the business and making decisions. EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA are not intended as substitutes for IFRS measures.
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NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The new Barbie Movie is the hot topic on everyone's lips. Movie theatres everywhere are packed with people wearing pink, celebrating how life in plastic is indeed fantastic. While watching the hit blockbuster, the sleep experts at Emma couldn't help but wonder about one thing in particular: where is Ken's bedroom?
The movie highlights Ken's dependence on his girlfriend, and her swanky abode, but does not show where he goes to sleep after a busy day with his beloved. To embark on a journey of self-discovery, Ken needs a personal space where he can rest and enjoy a peaceful night's sleep. Enter Emma — The Sleep Company, who has gifted Ken his own bedroom, featuring some of his favorite things, like a disco ball and the perfect pair of rollerskates. It also includes inspirational quotes above the bed, a surfboard within reach for riding early morning waves and, of course, Ken's very own sleep package, courtesy of Emma. Because with a good night's sleep, you can do ken-ything!
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GREENVILLE, S.C., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, was recognized as the No. 5 Best Overall Bank in Bank Director's annual "Ranking Banking" Report.
Bank Director is the nation's leading provider of education, training, and executive services for board members of financial institutions. The "Ranking Banking" study identifies the top 25 banks out of the 300 largest publicly traded banks in the U.S. based on metrics that examine profitability, asset quality, capital adequacy, and total shareholder return. The study is conducted by Piper Sandler & Co. using 2021 data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
"Since its inception in 1991, Bank Director has focused on what makes a strong bank. This ranking uncovers the institutions that were the best of the best for 2021 performance," said Emily McCormick, Bank Director's Vice President of Research.
"This is a significant recognition and validates our vision to create a unique financial institution focused on relationships, the client experience, organic growth, and a family culture," stated Art Seaver, the company's Chief Executive Officer.
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., Greenville, South Carolina is a registered bank holding company incorporated under the laws of South Carolina. The company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Southern First Bank, is one of the fastest growing banks in the Southeast. Southern First Bank has been providing financial services since 1999 and now operates in 12 locations in the Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston markets of South Carolina as well as the Charlotte, Triangle, and Triad regions of North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Southern First Bancshares has consolidated assets of approximately $3.3 billion and its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol "SFST." More information can be found at www.southernfirst.com.
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Hardcover Fiction
1. “Horse” by Geraldine Brooks, Viking, $28
2. “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin, Knopf Publishing Group, $28
3. “A Day of Fallen Night” by Samantha Shannon, Bloomsbury Publishing, $35
Paperback Fiction
1. “The Alice Network” by Kate Quinn, William Morrow & Co., $16.99
2. “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray, Berkley Books, $17
3. “The Bell in the Lake” by Lars Mytting, Harry N. Abrams, $17
Hardcover
Nonfiction
1. “The Devil’s Element: Phosphorus and A World Out of Balance” by Dan Egan, W.W. Norton & Co., $30
2. “Dinners with Ruth: A Memoir on the Power of Friendships” by Nina Totenberg, Simon & Schuster, $27.99
3. “I Never Thought of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times” by Monica Guzman, Benbella Books, $26.95
Paperback
Nonfiction
1. “The Death and Life of the Great Lakes” by Dan Egan, W.W. Norton & Co., $17.95
2. “The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse and Their Last-Chance Journey Across America” by Elizabeth Letts, Ballantine Books, $18
3. “The Book of Delights” by Ross Gay, Algonquin Books, $17.99
— Horizon Books
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Hardcover Fiction
1. “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus, Doubleday, $29
2. “Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin, Knopf, $28
3. “I Have Some Questions for You” by Rebecca Makkai, Viking, $28
Paperback Fiction
1. “Daisy Jones & The Six” by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Ballantine, $17
2. “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Washington Square Press, $17
3. “The Paris Apartment” by Lucy Foley, Morrow, $18.99
Hardcover
Nonfiction
1. “Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age” by Katherine May, Riverhead Books, $26
2. “I’m Glad My Mom Died” by Jennette McCurdy, Simon & Schuster, $27.99
3. “The Creative Act: A Way of Being” by Rick Rubin, Penguin Press, $32
Paperback
Nonfiction
1. “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer, Milkweed Editions, $20
2. “All About Love: New Visions” by bell hooks, Morrow, $16.99
3. “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk, Penguin, $19
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CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — Coastal Carolina has hired North Carolina State offensive coordinator Tim Beck to replace Jamey Chadwell, who left to coach Liberty.
Joe Moglia, Coastal Carolina’s athletic chairman and executive director for football, announced the move Sunday, the same day Chadwell was named the Flames’ head coach.
Beck brings 18 seasons of Power Five coaching experience to the Chanticleers, who have gone 31-6 and been ranked in the AP Top 25 the past three seasons under Chadwell.
Beck spent the past 12 years as offensive coordinator at Nebraska, Ohio State, Texas and N.C. State. Most recently, he helped the Wolfpack to three straight eight-plus winning seasons and three consecutive bowl appearances.
Moglia said in a statement that he’d known Beck since returning to coaching at Nebraska in 2009. “I take a lot of pride in what our program has accomplished in the last 10 years,” said Moglia, who was the Chants’ head coach for six seasons (2012-16, 2018). “Tim will do a great job building on that.”
Beck said he understands what Coastal has accomplished and how expectations for success have risen the past three seasons. “I fully embrace the expectations for how we will run this program each and every day,” he said.
Beck has worked with top-level quarterbacks at N.C. State (Devin Leary), Texas (Sam Ehlinger) and Ohio State (Cardale Jones and J.T. Barrett).
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NEW YORK (AP) _ Ambac Financial Group Inc. (AMBC) on Tuesday reported third-quarter net income of $340 million.
The New York-based company said it had profit of $7.41 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were $7.37 per share.
The bond insurer posted revenue of $80 million in the period.
Ambac shares have declined 15% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Tuesday, shares hit $13.63, a fall of 22% in the last 12 months.
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With 8x growth in two years, ShiftMed secures capital to accelerate its mission of revolutionizing access to healthcare workers
MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ShiftMed, one of the largest W-2 healthcare workforce management marketplaces, has raised $200 million led by healthcare investors, Panoramic Ventures with participation from Blue Heron Capital and Audacious Capital. Funds will be used to expand ShiftMed's national footprint across all segments of the healthcare market.
"Healthcare providers continue to struggle with access to credentialed workers as patient needs and volume continues to rise," said Todd Walrath, CEO of ShiftMed. "ShiftMed is positioned to provide health systems with a regulatory compliant W-2 solution that leverages local and part-time resources."
Historically, traditional staffing providers have focused on the travel nursing segment due to the high margins where several large players control the market. Travel nursing rates continue to exceed the budgets of national healthcare providers, which is unsustainable. The sector has grown from $8B in 2020 to more than $13B in 2022. Travel nurse providers are bleeding hospital system budgets while demoralizing in-house teams paid at lower rates.
ShiftMed provides access to a local marketplace with more than 350,000 credentialed W-2 healthcare workers and an automated workforce management platform that uniquely enables acute, post-acute, and in-home providers to manage their resources dynamically. By using mobile and cloud-based software that provide workforce optimization, health systems are able to offer the modern, unified solution to their workforce that increases retention, creates part-time work opportunities, and decreases reliance on travel agencies. ShiftMed also provides access to additional local staff, reducing operating costs by 30-40% compared to travel staffing alternatives.
"By diminishing reliance on travel nurses, ensuring a compliant W-2 workforce, and providing tools to increase retention, we see a path for large health systems to change the labor framework to give them control and predictability," added Walrath
"Healthcare Providers need solutions that streamline workforce management, bring labor costs back into balance and improve patient outcomes with better care. We see ShiftMed's growth as validation for the market need. The team continues to execute against a multi-billion market opportunity," said Paul Iaffaldano, General Partner of Panoramic Ventures.
ShiftMed is the #1 ranked mobile app for professionals searching for flexible nursing jobs, addressing nursing shortages and enabling hospitals to reach their optimal staffing levels. ShiftMed, as seen on the TODAY Show, has more than 350,000 nurses and aides (W-2 employees) using the app in more than 110 markets across the United States.
ShiftMed is a next-generation workforce management platform that connects hospitals, assisted living providers and skilled nursing facilities to the highest quantity and quality of licensed nurses (CNAs, LPNs and RNs). As the #1 nursing jobs mobile app on the App Store with over 350,000 nursing professionals, ShiftMed serves more than 1500 enterprise healthcare partners across the country by offering software tools and direct access to labor for shift scheduling. The ShiftMed on-demand platform dramatically streamlines the delivery of care services and enables healthcare providers access to compliant, credentialed workers to fulfill their staffing needs faster than any other solution. For more information, visit http://www.ShiftMed.com.
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An environmental group filed a lawsuit Monday accusing the U.S. government of failing to protect 12 endangered coral species across the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean that have been decimated by warming waters, pollution and overfishing.
The Arizona-based Center for Biological Diversity said it filed the lawsuit against the National Marine Fisheries Service more than two years after the agency proposed to protect more than 6,000 square miles worth of coral habitat but never did so.
The critical habitat designation would cover 5,900 square miles off Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Florida and the northwestern Gulf of Mexico. It also would cover 230 square miles around islands including Guam and American Samoa in the Pacific.
Such designatio could improve water quality in the coastal zone, limit excessive fishing and protect spawning grounds, according to the environmental group, which said “absent bold and immediate action” coral reefs worldwide could collapse over the coming century.
A spokeswoman for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries said the agency does not comment on litigation.
The Caribbean has five endangered species of coral, including the mountainous star coral, which is largely brown with fluorescent green streaks, and the pillar coral, which was moved from vulnerable to the endangered category in December. The other seven endangered species in the Pacific include the acropora jacquelineae, which resembles a flat plate that can grow up to three feet (1 meter) long.
Corals worldwide have suffered die-offs from pollution, diseases, acidification, over-fishing and an event known as “coral bleaching,” which is caused by warming oceans as a result of climate change.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Gustavo Bou scored a second-half goal and Djordje Petrovic made it stand up to lead the New England Revolution to a 1-0 victory over Nashville SC on Saturday night.
The only goal of the match came in the 52nd minute when Bou took a pass from DeJuan Jones and scored.
The Revolution (3-1-0) are off to their second best start in club history. The 2005 squad had 10 points through the first four matches.
Bou's goal was the first one given up by Nashville goalkeeper Joe Willis this season. Willis was trying to become the first player to open a season with four straight clean sheets.
Nashville outshot New England 16-10, but the Revs had a 5-3 edge in shots on goal.
Petrovic finished with three saves for the Revolution. Willis saved four shots for Nashville (2-1-1).
New England trails first-place Atlanta United by one point in the Eastern Conference standings.
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The $5.15M sale of Dive marks the highest recorded price in Palm Springs history on a cost per key basis
PALM SPRINGS, Calif., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Foxden Hospitality, the California-based luxury hospitality management company, announced the sale of its boutique Hotel, Dive Palm Springs, to Mariners Group for $5.15 million. This significant sale, at $468,000 per key, marks the highest recorded price in history for any hotel in Palm Springs and the surrounding Coachella Valley.
Dive Palm Springs emerged in 2019 to high acclaim following a renovation led by Foxden founders Dale & Brookelyn Fox, GM Abdi Manavi, and Interior Designer Vanessa Schreiber. Transporting guests back to the casual elegance of St Tropez in the '60s, the award-winning, 11-room property has become renowned as one of the most desirable destinations, combining original murals and vintage artwork, contemporary guest rooms, an original Libott swimming pool and a half-acre of private verdant grounds. Dive accelerated its growth despite the pandemic, registering one of the highest occupancy and ADR of any Palm Springs hotel during 2020 and 2021.
"Creating Dive was one of the greatest joys of my career" comments Dale Fox, Founder and CEO of Foxden Hospitality. "It was a deep expression of my personal passion for hospitality and for design. It's my pleasure to see our beloved hotel find such a great new home with Mariners Group"
Despite multiple bids, Foxden agreed on the sale with Mariners Group based on its extensive experience in the hospitality industry and existing presence in the Palm Springs market.
"When we discovered Dive, we felt it was the perfect addition to our growing hospitality group. The design concept compliments our other Palm Springs hotel, Talavera, and we plan to build upon the great momentum and reputation already established by Foxden Hospitality," said April Smith of Mariners Group.
"The attention to detail and thoughtful concept by Foxden Hospitality is what allowed Dive Palm Springs to trade at a record price," adds Adam Gilbert, President, The Firm. "Dive stands out from the crowd as the right way to do hospitality by carving out a high-end niche focused on a discerning traveler who appreciates both style and elegance."
Founded in 2019 by entrepreneurial husband and wife, Dale and Brookelyn Fox, Foxden Hospitality is a curated collection of architectural gems set in iconic California locations. Guests can opt between jaw-dropping properties in Joshua Tree, prime locations in Palm Springs, and a romantic bungalow in the heart of Venice Beach. Foxden's diverse range of accommodations not only suits differing tastes, needs and occasions, but further removes the stresses of scouring through rental and hotel websites for luxury destinations.
"We have multiple new projects on the way and look forward to continue developing other amazing design-centered hospitality concepts in compelling marketplaces for years to come," comments Brookelyn Fox, co-Founder of Foxden Hospitality.
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The Los Angeles Angels finally ended their 14-game losing streak.
If Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani and Co. can rebound from that and make the playoffs, it would be unprecedented.
No team has reached the postseason after a losing streak of more than 11 games, according to Sportradar. The Angels played well enough before their skid that they're still in the thick of the playoff race now. Los Angeles fired manager Joe Maddon last week, but with Trout and Ohtani in the fold, a 3 1/2-game deficit in the wild-card race is certainly surmountable.
Three teams lost 11 games in a row and made the postseason anyway. It happened first during one of the most famous pennant races in baseball history. The New York Giants lost 11 straight in April of 1951, but they eventually ran down the Brooklyn Dodgers and advanced to the World Series on Bobby Thomson's famous home run.
In 1982, the Atlanta Braves started the season with 13 straight wins. That helped them withstand an 11-game skid in August and win the NL West anyway. In 2017, the Los Angeles Dodgers won 104 games. They might have challenged the all-time record for victories if not for an 11-game losing streak that September.
The longest losing streak by an eventual World Series champion was nine games by the 1953 New York Yankees.
The Angels certainly hope the worst is behind them. Ohtani pitched seven innings and hit a two-run homer Thursday night, when they snapped their skid with a win over Boston. Trout hit two homers Saturday night in a victory over the New York Mets.
ALSO SLUMPING
Milwaukee lost eight in a row before a victory over Washington on Sunday. The Brewers now trail St. Louis by a half-game atop the NL Central.
It's not all that unusual for a team to make the postseason despite an eight-game losing streak, however. In fact, the 2006 St. Louis Cardinals had two separate eight-game losing streaks on their way to a World Series title.
A total of 34 teams have made the postseason despite losing streaks of eight games or more. Of those teams, 30 did it after the start of divisional play, 22 during the wild-card era, and seven in the last decade after a second wild card was added to each league.
As the standard for making the postseason has become more forgiving, it's become easier for teams to overcome an awful week or two.
TRIVIA TIME
Who is the most recent team to make the postseason despite an eight-game losing streak?
LINE OF THE WEEK
Matt Carpenter homered twice and drove in seven runs Sunday to lead the Yankees to an 18-4 rout of the Chicago Cubs. New York signed Carpenter on May 26, and he became the first Yankees player to hit six homers in his first 10 games.
COMEBACK OF THE WEEK
Tommy Edman's two-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning gave St. Louis a 5-4 win over Cincinnati on Saturday. The Cardinals trailed 4-1 in the eighth before Tyler O'Neill's two-run double. In the ninth, Dylan Carlson led off with a walk for St. Louis, but Yadier Molina hit into a double play. Juan Yepez's single gave Edman his chance.
TRIVIA ANSWER
Cleveland lost eight straight in 2020, yet made the playoffs. That was the season that was shortened to 60 games because of the pandemic, so that skid comprised 13% of the schedule. But Cleveland went 35-25 and easily qualified for that year's expanded postseason.
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BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Globe named Nancy Barnes as its next editor on Monday, elevating a woman to serve in the top job for the first time in the newspaper’s 150-year history.
Barnes has worked as the chief news executive at NPR and has run major newspapers. She announced in September that she would be leaving NPR.
Barnes will be the paper’s 13th editor.
Linda Henry, CEO of Boston Globe Media Partners said Barnes is “renowned for her commitment to high-quality journalism, her excellent leadership skills, and her passion for innovation.”
“She not only brings the leadership experience of being the top editor of two different metro newspapers, but she also transitioned to running a digital and audio newsroom,” Henry said.
Barnes will start on Feb. 1. She will follow Brian McGrory, who said in September that he would step down after 10 years as editor to become chair of the journalism department at Boston University.
Barnes, 61, joined NPR four years ago as senior vice president for news and editorial director.
She said in September that she would leave the network, citing a decision by NPR’s chief executive officer to create a more senior position to oversee both news and programming,
Barnes served as senior vice president and executive editor of Hearst Corp.’s Houston Chronicle from 2013 to 2018. She also oversaw Hearst’s San Antonio Express-News and the Beaumont Enterprise,
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Russian missile attacks leave few options for Ukrainian farmers looking to export grain
(AP) -PAVLIVKA, Ukraine (AP) — The summer winds carried the smell of burned grain across the southern Ukrainian steppe and away from the shards of three Russian cruise missiles that struck the unassuming metal hangars.
The agricultural company Ivushka applied for accreditation to export grain this year, but the strike in mid-July destroyed a large portion of the stock, days after Russia abandoned the grain deal that would have allowed the shipments across the Black Sea without fear of attack.
Men shirtless and barefoot, with blackened soles from ash, swept unburnt grain into piles and awaited the loader, whose driver deftly steered around twisted metal shrapnel, bits of missile and craters despite his shattered windshield.
They hoped to beat the next rain to rescue what was left of the crop. According to the Odesa Regional Prosecutor’s Office, Russia struck the facility July 21 with three Kalibr- and Onyx-class cruise missiles.
“We don’t have a clue why they did it,” explained Olha Romanova, the head of Ivushka. Romanova, who worked in the debris alongside the others, wore a red headscarf and an exhausted expression and was too frazzled to even estimate her losses.
She cannot comprehend why the Russians targeted Ivushka, as there are no nearby military facilities and the frontlines are far from the village in the Odesa region.
“They spent so much money on us,” she said, puzzled. The missiles that ruined the silos are worth millions of dollars — far more than the crop they destroyed.
But Ivushka wasn’t the only target in Odesa. The main port also was struck, leaving Black Sea shipping companies that relied upon the grain deal to keep them safe and food supplies flowing to the world at a standstill.
The Black Sea handled about 95% of Ukrainian grain exports before Russia’s invasion and the U.N.-brokered initiative allowed Ukraine to ship much of what farmers harvested in 2021 and 2022, said Joseph Glauber, senior research fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute.
Ukraine, a major supplier of corn, wheat, barley and vegetable oil, shipped 32.9 million metric tons (36.2 million U.S. tons) of grain under the nearly yearlong deal designed to ease a global food crisis. It has been able to export an additional 2 million to 2.5 million metric tons (2.2 to 2.7 million U.S. tons) monthly by the Danube River, road and rail through Europe.
Those are now the only routes to ship grain, but have stirred divisions among nearby European countries and generated higher costs to be absorbed by Ukrainian farmers, said Glauber, former chief economist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Russian missiles strikes against the Danube port last Monday also raised questions about how much longer that route will remain viable.
That’s a disincentive to keep planting fields already threatened by missiles and strewn with explosive mines. Corn and wheat production in agriculture-dependent Ukraine is down nearly 40% this year from prewar levels, analysts say.
From the first of July last year until June 30 this year, Ukraine exported 68 million tons of grain, according to data from Mykola Horbachov, the president of the Ukrainian Grain Association. Ukrainian farmers shipped 11.2 million tons via railways, 5.5 million tons by road transport and around 18 million tons through Danube ports. Additionally, nearly half of the total exported grain, 33 million tons, was delivered through seaports under the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
Ihor Osmachko, the general director of Agroprosperis Group, was unsurprised by Russia’s withdrawal from the deal leading to its collapse. His company had never considered it a reliable or permanent solution during wartime.
He said Russians frequently stymied the deal, even while it was functioning, by delaying ship inspections until the cargos were sent back, leading to $30 million in losses for his company alone. Now, they are once again forced to pay to reroute 100,000 tons of grain trapped in ports that are no longer safe, Osmachko said.
“We have been preparing for this whole time,” Osmachko said. “We haven’t stopped. We are moving forward.”
Osmachko estimated around 80% to 90% of the approximately 3.2 million tons of grain Agroprosperis exported to China, Europe and African countries during the past year went through the grain corridor.
“The most significant problem today is the cost of logistics,” explained Mykola Horbachov, president of the Ukrainian Grain Association. Before the war, farmers paid approximately $20 to $25 per ton to transport grain to the Odesa ports. Now, logistics costs have tripled as they are forced to pay more than $100 to transport a single ton via alternative routes through the Danube port to Constanta, Romania.
“If we were to go on the Danube with the grain corridor closed, practically all our production would be unprofitable,” Osmachko said.
The Danube ports can’t handle the same volume as seaports. The most Agroprosperis has sent through this route is 75,000 tons per month, compared with a monthly average of 250,000 tons through Black Sea ports.
The Ukrainian harvest this year is the lowest in a decade, according to a July report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Horbachov said shipping costs to export around the world and uncertainty about the length of the war will last could quickly make new planting unprofitable for Ukrainian farmers.
Ukraine currently produces three times more grain than it consumes, while global prices will inevitably rise if the country’s exports decrease.
“I think you’re looking at a diminished Ukraine for at least the next couple of years and maybe longer,” said Glauber, the former U.S. agricultural official. “That’s something the rest of the world just needs to make up.”
The war from all sides poses risks for Agroprosperis.
In the Sumy region on the Russian border, farmers harvest their crops wearing body armor. Sometimes they must stop their combines in the middle of the wheat fields to pick up shrapnel from Russian projectiles.
“It can get tough at times,” Osmachko acknowledged. “But there are responsibilities — some have duties on the front. Some must grow food and ensure the country’s and world’s security.”
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Volodymyr Yurchuk in Lviv, Ukraine, and Courtney Bonnell in London contributed.
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HOUSTON, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Coterra Energy Inc. (the "Company" or "Coterra") (NYSE: CTRA) announced today that the Company's Board of Directors appointed Thomas E. Jorden, its President and Chief Executive Officer, as Chairman of the Board effective January 1, 2023, succeeding Dan O. Dinges, as Executive Chairman upon the expiration of his term on December 31, 2022 in accordance with the merger agreement between the Company and Cimarex Energy Co. ("Cimarex"). Mr. Dinges will remain as Chair of the Executive Committee. The Board also appointed Robert Boswell to succeed Lisa Stewart as Lead Independent Director effective January 1, 2023.
"I want to express my appreciation to the Board, to the management team and to all of our employees for their collective efforts this past year in setting Coterra on the path to success," said Dan Dinges, Executive Chairman. "I am grateful for the experience. I know under Tom's leadership the Company will continue to be an industry leader."
"I want to thank Dan for his leadership and compliment him on building a great organization with premier assets over the last two decades," said Thomas Jorden, President and CEO. "I am also looking forward to working closely with Bob as Lead Independent Director, drawing on his boardroom and upstream oil and gas experience to move Coterra forward."
Mr. Dinges served as Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President from May 2002 until the completion of the merger with Cimarex on October 1, 2021, bringing decades of executive management experience in the oil and gas exploration and production business and a deep knowledge of operations. He also oversaw an era of tremendous growth for the Company. Mr. Dinges joined the Company in September 2001 as Chief Operating Officer and President after a successful 20-year career in various management positions with the predecessor to Noble Energy, Inc.
Mr. Jorden was appointed as Chief Executive Officer in October 2021 in connection with the consummation of the merger with Cimarex. At Cimarex, he began serving as Executive Vice President of Exploration when the company was formed in 2002. In 2011, he became Chief Executive Officer and President of Cimarex and then Chairman of the Board in 2012. Prior to the formation of Cimarex, Mr. Jorden held multiple leadership roles at Key Production Company, Inc., Cimarex's predecessor. He joined Key in 1993 as Chief Geophysicist and went on to become Executive Vice President of Exploration.
Mr. Boswell has served as a director of Coterra since 2015 and currently serves on the Executive, Audit, and Environment, Health & Safety Committees of the Board. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Laramie Energy LLC, an exploration and production company operating in the Piceance Basin of Colorado.
Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading producer, delivering returns with a commitment to sustainability leadership. Learn more about us at www.coterra.com.
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NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Two major international oil and gas companies have so far expressed interest in Israeli-Cypriot plans to build a pipeline that would convey offshore natural gas from both countries to Cyprus where it would be liquefied for export by ship, a Cypriot official said Tuesday.
Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou told The Associated Press in an interview that the plan will be pitched on May 29 to energy companies involved in hydrocarbon exploration off Cyprus’ southern coast and other firms involved in pipeline and gas processing plant manufacture.
Getting energy companies on board is essential to get the project off the ground, and Papanastasiou will also present it individually to each firm in order to secure their backing.
Papanastasiou said the project’s key drawing card for energy companies is its low cost relative to other exporting methods, such as an idea for a 6-billion-euro (($6.5 billion), 1,900-kilometer (1,180-mile) pipeline connecting east Mediterranean gas deposits directly to Europe.
That relatively low cost would mean companies would recover their initial investment and turn a profit much quicker.
The roughly 320-kilometer (200-mile) pipeline is estimated at 450 million euros ($489 million) and the liquefaction plant at 1 billion euros ($1.1 billion).
Papanastasiou said there’s another option for a liquefaction plant aboard a ship instead of an onshore facility. But he said new, modular technology used to construct an onshore facility has the advantage of adding or subtracting modules to accommodate more or less capacity, depending on the supply of gas that’s needed.
The modules for the onshore plant would be built abroad and shipped to Cyprus for assembly.
Israel and Cyprus are already working on finalizing a deal for the project and Papanastasiou is expected to head a delegation to the neighboring country for detailed talks in the middle of next month.
Once the Israel-Cyprus agreement is finalized and energy companies sign up, a tender process will open for the construction of both the pipeline and the processing facility.
Some of the gas conveyed to Cyprus would be used for domestic power generation in order to reduce energy costs for consumers, Papanastasiou said.
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BALTIMORE (AP) — Alfonzo Graham rushed for 123 yards and two touchdowns, the Morgan State defense scored twice in the fourth quarter and the Bears picked up a rare win over South Carolina State, 41-14 on Saturday.
Leading 17-14 after three quarters, Morgan State (3-5, 1-1 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) got a field goal in the opening minute, intercepted passes on the next two possessions and had a scoop and score on the third to break the game open.
The Bears added another interception to finish with six turnovers and stopped the Bulldogs on downs to close it out.
Jay'veyon Morton had a 41-yard pick-6 and Jayden Wooden picked off a pass to set up Graham's spectacular 35-yard burst. Kaleb Coleman added a 36-yard fumble return.
The Bulldogs (3-5, 1-1) had won 13 of 14 in the series, the previous loss coming in 2014. They also had a pick-6, Duane Nichols going 43 yards for the first score.
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Startup and developer poised to expand revolutionary MyProstateScore™
ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LynxDx, an Ann Arbor-based biotech startup and developer of the revolutionary MyProstateScore™ (MPS), announces the addition of three experienced healthcare and technology executives who have assumed leadership positions to help the company expand and further advance its innovative diagnostic solutions. At the helm are: Steve Riggs, MBA, President; Spencer Heaton, MD, MBA, Chief Medical and Commercial Officer; and Jeff Crays, MSC, Chief Technology Officer.
LynxDx launched in 2020 with a focus on improving prostate cancer screening. Using a urine diagnostic test originated in a research lab at the University of Michigan, the company developed MyProstateScore. MPS is a non-invasive prostate cancer urine test capable of detecting the presence of two genetic markers linked to prostate cancer. Combining this information with the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level, the test eliminates unnecessary biopsies that carry a risk of complications including difficulty urinating, bleeding at the biopsy site, infection or other side effects.
Since launching, the company has scaled quickly, growing their team from a handful of individuals to hundreds of employees within a few short months. The company is now poised to advance usage of its ground-breaking prostate cancer detection test, MyProstateScore.
LynxDx's new leadership includes:
Steve Riggs, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer – is a highly accomplished, results-oriented finance leader with more than 25 years of experience directing financial and administrative operations. He has a proven track record of consistently identifying complex business issues and implementing successful solutions to improve top-line growth and bottom-line profitability.
Spencer Heaton, MD, MBA, Chief Medical and Commercial Officer – is a physician executive with experience in healthcare delivery, healthcare technology services, medical research, venture capital, and drug, device and diagnostics development, focusing on outcome improvement through novel technologies.
Jeff Crays, MSC, Chief Technology Officer – is leading LynxDx technology strategies with 20 years of experience leveraging emerging technology and business strategy to impact the quality of the organization's processes, products, services, and software. Crays has a proven track record for transforming organizations into customer-facing partners, raising collaboration and trust levels while executing the long-term vision of technology investments.
About LynxDx
Using technology spun out of the University of Michigan, LynxDx develops innovative diagnostic solutions that can be implemented in a clinical setting. Among these are MyProstateScore™ (MPS), a prostate cancer urine test that provides the most accurate results for prostate cancer detection and eliminates unnecessary biopsies. The company's mission is to improve patient care through translation of cutting-edge technologies. In addition to using scientific expertise to develop novel diagnostic tools, LynxDx works to see these tools used in clinical practice. The company is committed to developing and enhancing MyProstateScore as well as looking ahead to introducing future diagnostic solutions.
About MyProstateScore™
MyProstateScore™ (MPS) is an early detection test for prostate cancer that measures the levels of two urine biomarkers, TMPRSS2:ERG and PCA3, that are strongly associated with clinically significant prostate cancer. Combining the patient's PSA level and the levels of these two cancer-specific biomarkers, MPS provides patients with an individualized result that predicts the risk of clinically significant prostate cancer with an incredibly high degree of accuracy. Using this information, the physician and patient work to devise a personalized plan for evidence-based medical decisions.
For more information about LynxDx and MyProstateScore™, please visit http://www.lynxdx.com.
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Biden administration proposes phasing out fluorescent bulbs
(CNN) - Old-school lighting may soon fade into the dark.
On Monday the Biden administration will announce a proposed rule that basically phases out fluorescent bulbs in exchange for energy-saving LED lights.
The rule would more than double the minimum bulb efficiency level, and the Department of Energy hopes to have it set in stone before 2025.
According to the Department of Energy, LED bulbs often last three-to-five times longer than fluorescent bulbs.
LED bulbs also release minimal heat, which means less wasted energy.
Regardless of this proposed rule, LED bulbs have become more common over the past few years.
According to the 2020 Residential Energy Consumption Survey, close to half of the nation’s households already use them for in-house lighting.
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SARASOTA, Fla. — A Sarasota, Florida, artist created a portrait of Olivia Newton-John using only lipstick.
Alexis Fraser said she wanted to honor the memory of the late actress and singer by creating a unique piece of art.
She uses only lipstick in a lot of her art.
"It's a symbol of beauty, so I love creating with it. It works very much like an oil pastel. It's fun, and it's different, and people love it," said Fraser.
Olivia passed away earlier this month at the age of 73. Fraser said she loved watching "Grease" as a child.
"I watched Grease over and over, you know how kids do that, they’ll watch the same show or same movie over and over again. Grease was just one of those shows that was always on in the background when we were kids," said Fraser.
"I would belt the music in my bedroom as a little girl thinking that I looked and sounded just like Olivia. I just thought that she was such a beautiful, talented earth angel of a being. I’ve always just loved and admired her," said Fraser.
Fraser said it took her about two days to make the portrait of Olivia. In the past, she has used her art to raise money for charitable causes. In January, she created a portrait of Betty White. Fraser helped raise thousands of dollars for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
"Often times, I do like to tie my pieces into charitable causes. This one, I just did it on a whim. I just felt the urge and impulse to do it. I haven’t yet decided what I’m going to do with the piece yet," said Fraser.
Fraser said Olivia inspired generations to follow their passion and live life authentically.
"Finding your joy, finding your bliss in whatever it is you love to do...what you’re passionate about. She obviously followed her bliss. She followed her passion and her love of performing and music and that’s what I’m trying to do with my life and following my bliss and my passion with my art, my creativity," said Fraser.
AMC theaters are also honoring Olivia by showing the classic 1978 hit movie "Grease" in movie theaters across the United States. Admission is $5 and one dollar from every ticket sold will go to breast cancer research.
"If you can walk away from this world knowing that you made people smile or you inspired them, you’re winning," added Fraser.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Wells Fargo & Company ("Wells Fargo" or the "Company") (NYSE: WFC) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Wells Fargo investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
WFC investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (i) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (ii) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (iv) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Wells Fargo during the relevant time frame, you have until August 29, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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U.S. product regulators said Thursday that Yeti has recalled 1.9 million coolers and gear cases because magnets can come detached from them, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said consumers should immediately stop using the four recalled products and contact Yeti for refund information.
The closures on the recalled products can fail, resulting in detached magnets, the CPSC said. If swallowed, two or more high-powered magnets can attract to each other or to another metal object and get stuck in the digestive system. The CPSC said if that happens, it can cause perforations, twisting and blockage of the intestines, potentially resulting in infection, blood poisoning and death.
The products being recalled are the Sidekick dry gear case, M20 soft backpack cooler and M30 soft cooler, version 1.0 and 2.0.
The coolers and gear bags were sold at Dick’s Sporting Goods, Ace Hardware, Academy Sports and Outdoors, Yeti and other stores, including Amazon, from March 2018 to January 2023. The gear case sells for about $50 and the coolers for between $300 and $350.
The firm has received 1,399 reports of the magnet-lined closures degrading or failing, including reports of missing or detached magnets. No magnet ingestions or injuries have been reported.
Consumers can contact Yeti toll-free at 833-444-3151 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Sunday. The Austin, Texas company can also be contact by email at productrecall (at) yeti.com or online at https://stg.yeti.com/M20-M30-sidekick-product-recall.html or at www.yeti.com. Consumers should click on “Product Recall” at the bottom of the page for details.
More than 40,000 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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It wasn't quite a crime of biblical proportions, but it may have a Long Island man doing penance.
A Nassau County correctional officer with 11 months on the job was arrested after contraband was allegedly found on him during a search when he arrived at the jail in East Meadow, according to the district attorney's office.
Seized in that search was a Bible, its pages coated with K2, which is a synthetic version of THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, prosecutors said. A cellphone, which isn't permitted inside, was also seized.
It wasn't immediately clear what the officer, identified by prosecutors as Javel Welch, intended to do with the Bible, nor were the specific charges against him known. Those are expected to be revealed at an arraignment later Thursday.
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No information on a possible attorney for Welch was immediately available.
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DENVER, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DaVita Inc. (NYSE: DVA), announced today that it will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss first quarter results on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. The company plans to release its results after market close the same day.
This call is also being webcast and can be accessed at the DaVita IR web page. You can join this call as follows:
Thursday, May 5, 2022
Starting at 5 p.m. EDT
Dial in number: 877-918-6630
International dial in: 517-308-9042
Webcast: investors.davita.com
When calling in, please provide the operator the password "Earnings" and provide your name and company affiliation. Investors unable to listen to the conference call will be able to access a replay via our website at investors.davita.com. There will be no telephone replay.
About DaVita Inc.
DaVita (NYSE: DVA) is a health care provider focused on transforming care delivery to improve quality of life for patients globally. The company is one of the largest providers of kidney care services in the U.S. and has been a leader in clinical quality and innovation for more than 20 years. DaVita cares for patients at every stage and setting along their kidney health journey—from slowing the progression of kidney disease to helping to support transplantation, from acute hospital care to dialysis at home. As of December 31, 2021, DaVita served 203,000 patients at 2,815 outpatient dialysis centers in the United States. The company also operated 339 outpatient dialysis centers in ten countries worldwide. DaVita has reduced hospitalizations, improved mortality, and worked collaboratively to propel the kidney care industry to adopt an equitable and high-quality standard of care for all patients, everywhere. To learn more, visit DaVita.com/About.
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Thousands of SunPower customers in California can now connect to OhmConnect's energy-saving platform and easily get paid when providing stored solar power back to grid
RICHMOND, Calif., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SunPower (NASDAQ:SPWR), a leading solar technology and energy services provider, and OhmConnect, the leading provider of residential energy flexibility, today launched a new virtual power plant (VPP) offering for SunPower customers across California. Now, homeowners in select locations with solar and SunVault® battery storage can connect with OhmConnect directly through the mySunPower® app to earn rewards for managing their electricity use during periods of peak demand.
SunPower and OhmConnect's VPP helps homeowners make money off the energy stored in their SunVault battery. OhmConnect tracks energy prices and demand in real time and helps customers reduce their energy use when prices and demand are greatest. This automated process can provide SunPower customers even more value for their SunVault storage system by rewarding them for reducing load on the grid.
"With the rise of virtual power plants, it is much easier for residential customers to get rewarded for helping us make the grid more resilient," said Cisco Devries, CEO, OhmConnect. "With our SunPower partnership, OhmConnect can expand the ecosystem of homes that leverage the energy they generate to help stabilize the increasingly vulnerable grid."
Using the mySunPower app, California homeowners with SunPower solar and SunVault battery storage can easily enroll in OhmConnect's platform. Once enrolled, the SunVault system is set to automatically dispatch power from the homeowner's battery during times of heavy grid use, while retaining a fixed amount of energy to meet their home's energy needs.
The user-friendly interface puts homeowners in full control with real-time push notifications before, during, and after the battery is leveraged, with the option to opt out or adjust battery backup reserve levels at any point. By integrating the SunPower and OhmConnect experience into one platform, homeowners can conveniently manage their VPP activity from battery reserves and discharge history to earnings.
"VPPs are primed to go mainstream as battery storage becomes more accessible, energy prices continue to soar and the grid is continuously overtaxed by fires, heatwaves, and even rain," said Ellen Kinney, Vice President of Digital at SunPower. "Our work with OhmConnect simplifies the homeowner experience by making enrolling easy and automating participation in major savings events. Removing manual steps and complex barriers for participation will be the key to helping virtual power plants reach their true potential and create a more resilient grid powered by the sun."
OhmConnect is a free service available to residential customers of Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE), and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) utilities. California residents can enroll through the mySunPower app, available to download on Apple App Store or Google Play. The companies plan to launch in additional markets this summer.
About SunPower
SunPower (NASDAQ:SPWR) is a leading solar technology and energy services provider in North America. SunPower offers the only solar + storage solution designed and warranted by one company that gives customers control over electricity consumption and resiliency during power outages while providing cost savings to homeowners. For more information, visit www.sunpower.com
About OhmConnect
OhmConnect, winner of the 2021 Fast Company World Changing Ideas Award, helps hundreds of thousands of customers manage their at-home electricity and rewards them for smarter energy use. The company pays its customers for saving electricity when the grid is stressed and likely to utilize dirty power, unlocking clean, affordable, and reliable energy. With more than $18 million in rewards paid to its customers, OhmConnect is making a future of 100% clean energy accessible to everyone. Customers of the three major California electricity suppliers – Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE), and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) – as well as Con Edison in New York, can sign up with OhmConnect for free at ohmconnect.com. Texas residents can select OhmConnect as their retail electric provider. Follow OhmConnect on Twitter @OhmConnect, read the OhmConnect blog or check them out on Facebook and LinkedIn.
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This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements regarding expected business plans, product performance, energy output, and cost savings. These forward-looking statements are based on our current assumptions, expectations, and beliefs and involve substantial risks and uncertainties that may cause results to materially differ from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, regulatory changes and the availability of economic incentives promoting use of solar energy and fluctuations or declines in the performance of our solar panels and other products and solutions. A detailed discussion of these factors and other risks that affect our business is included in filings we make with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from time to time, including our most recent report on Form 10-K, particularly under the heading "Risk Factors." Copies of these filings are available online from the SEC or on the SEC Filings section of our Investor Relations website at investors.sunpowercorp.com. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information currently available to us, and we assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements in light of new information or future events.
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Which Turtle Beach headset is best?
It can be tough to decide on a perfect headset. Not only do you have to compare all the manufacturers, but also different models from each. A good starting point is to look at Turtle Beach’s extensive range.
The American company was founded in 1975 and one of its first products was a graphical editing system. It wasn’t until 2005 that it started to produce gaming headsets, and it quickly grew a loyal following.
Gaming headsets are now its primary focus, and the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 + SuperAmp is an excellent choice for any video game player.
What to know before you buy a Turtle Beach headset
Compatibility with your system
Before looking at any other specifications of a Turtle Beach headset, you must ensure that it is compatible with your preferred platform. Headsets that use a 3.5-millimeter cable are usually compatible with computers and gaming consoles. However, Microsoft uses a unique wireless protocol for its Xbox One console. So, a wireless headset that is made for the Xbox won’t always work on Sony’s PlayStation.
Wired vs. wireless
You should also consider if you want a wired headset or a wireless one.
- Wired headsets don’t need recharging and are usually compatible with multiple systems.
- Wireless headsets let you move around without the restriction of wires, and their audio quality is excellent. But they tend to be a bit more expensive than their wired counterparts.
Driver size and audio quality
There is a large variety of Turtle Beach headsets, and not all the audio drivers or sound quality are the same. After you’ve decided on compatibility and connection method, consider the quality of the sounds you need.
If you’re only going to listen to music or watch streaming content, then you probably don’t need a headset with Dolby Atmos or 7.1 surround sound. However, your gaming can greatly benefit from that technology, as stereo audio simply won’t do.
What to look for in a quality Turtle Beach headset
Battery life for wireless headsets
Wired headsets have the advantage of not needing intermittent recharging. So, if you prefer to use a wireless headset, look for one that has good battery life. Most Turtle Beach wireless headsets should get you around 20 hours of playtime, and some even let you charge them while playing.
Detachable or retractable microphone
A microphone is essential when you want to communicate with your online team members. But there might be games that you want to play by yourself and don’t need the mic. A good-quality Turtle Beach headset has a detachable microphone that easily clips off or a retractable mic that stows away.
Comfortable headband and ear cups
When playing games for a few hours, you don’t want the top of your head or ears to hurt. This usually happens if the headband or ear cups are cheaply made. However, a good-quality headset has thick foam padding on the headband to minimize pressure. The ear cups are also foam, and often covered with a breathable fabric to reduce moisture inside your ears.
How much you can expect to spend on a Turtle Beach headset
The price largely depends on the quality of the speakers, the connection method and added functions. An affordable headset costs $40-$50, while a powerful one with a long-lasting battery costs $150-$250.
Turtle Beach headset FAQ
Can you connect a Turtle Beach headset to a TV?
A. Yes, as long as the TV and headset are Bluetooth compatible. It is also possible to connect them through a 3.5-millimeter cable or an optical audio transmitter.
Can you replace the rechargeable batteries in wireless headsets?
A. That depends on the model. If the headset has removable batteries, you can buy extra to replace them when they get old. But since rechargeable batteries have a limited lifespan, your headset will stop working when the built-in batteries malfunction.
What’s the best Turtle Beach headset to buy?
Top Turtle Beach headset
Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 + SuperAmp
What you need to know: This wired over-ear headset has large 50-millimeter audio drivers with a padded headband.
What you’ll love: Turtle Beach’s Nanoclear speakers are tuned for esports audio quality, providing you with 7.1 surround sound. The headset has a TruSpeak gaming microphone with noise-canceling and the Audio Hub lets you connect your mobile phone.
What you should consider: It’s only compatible with Sony’s PlayStation 4 and 5 gaming consoles.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Turtle Beach headset for the money
Turtle Beach Recon 70 Gaming Headset
What you need to know: The Recon 70 is an affordable over-ear headset that packs a big punch with 40 millimeter audio drivers.
What you’ll love: The high-sensitivity microphone picks up your voice clearly, and it flips up when you need to mute it. The adjustable headband has a small padded section on the inside. It is compatible with Xbox One and PlayStation consoles and mobile devices through the 3.5 millimeter cable.
What you should consider: The ear cups are covered with synthetic leather, which will flake and peel after some time.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 Wireless Gaming Headset
What you need to know: This headset is optimized for Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos and DTS Headphone: X sounds on the Xbox One console.
What you’ll love: The generous 50 millimeter speakers rest over your ears through the thick padding on the cups. It has a high-sensitivity gaming microphone that flips up to mute, and the adjustable headband is metal. The headset connects directly to the Xbox One console and the built-in battery should give you about 20 hours of audio time.
What you should consider: While it is fully compatible with the Xbox One and Nintendo Switch, it doesn’t work on Sony’s PlayStation.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Alexandar Georgiev makes 41 saves, Avalanche beat Stars 4-1
By MICHAEL KELLY
Associated Press
DENVER (AP) — Alexandar Georgiev made 41 saves, Nathan MacKinnon and Josh Manson scored first-period goals and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Dallas Stars 4-1 on Saturday night. Logan O’Connor and Dryden Hunt also scored for the Avalanche, and Manson added an assist. Colorado was called for five minor penalties in the second period, but was able to kill off four of them. Jamie Benn got the lone power-play goal for Dallas. Scott Wedgewood stopped 32 shots for the Stars, who were coming off an overtime loss at home to Winnipeg. Jason Robertson had an assist after three straight multi-goal games. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/11/26/alexandar-georgiev-makes-41-saves-avalanche-beat-stars-4-1/ | 2022-11-27 08:58:42 | 1 | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/11/26/alexandar-georgiev-makes-41-saves-avalanche-beat-stars-4-1/ |
Passenger ferry carrying almost 600 people runs aground in Washington
By Paradise Afshar, Rebekah Riess and Zoe Sottile, CNN
All passengers have safely disembarked a passenger ferry that ran aground on Saturday in Rich Passage near Bainbridge Island in Washington state.
A total of 596 passengers and 15 crew members were aboard the ship, according to a tweet from US Coast Guard Pacific Northwest, which responded to the scene. The last of the passengers had safely disembarked by 10 pm, Washington State Ferries said in an update.
The ferry Walla Walla ran aground at around 4:30 pm Saturday while making the trip from Bremerton to Seattle, Washington State Ferries wrote in a tweet.
There were no injuries reported, said Washington State Ferries. The agency said that initial signs suggest the vessel suffered a “generator failure” and an official investigation is forthcoming.
Passengers were transferred to Kitsap Transit vessels that took them to Bremerton, said Washington State Ferries. Travelers with cars on the grounded ferry were instructed to retrieve them at the Bremerton terminal on Sunday morning.
“We know it’s not ideal, but thanks for helping us make the best of a bad situation,” officials wrote on Twitter. The agency also mentioned that they are “working on a process for refunding all of tonight’s customers for their uncompleted trips.”
The Washington State Department of Ecology reported that “no pollution or hull damage” was detected from the ship’s grounding.
One passenger aboard the Walla Walla when it ran aground described hearing sirens and seeing lights flicker as the ship lost power, according to CNN affiliate KOMO.
“We heard some sirens going off and the lights flickering on and off and then you can feel the ferry lose power,” said Matt Holyoak.
“They made another announcement saying ‘everyone needs to come to the passenger deck, we’ve lost steering (control) and everyone needs to brace for impact,'” he went on, according to KOMO. “And so we were all sitting down and a little concerned.”
The voyage from Bremerton to Seattle typically takes around an hour, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation’s website. The department deployed another ship, Issaquah, to take over the Walla Walla’s route on Sunday.
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ZB131 is a first-in-class humanized monoclonal antibody targeting cancer-specific plectin (CSP), which is expressed on the surface of cancer cells in solid tumors
Interim data demonstrates safety and tolerability of ZB131 while providing evidence of clinical activity in a proportion of patients with difficult-to-treat tumors
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ZielBio, Inc., a clinical stage biotechnology company discovering new treatments for cancer and other serious diseases, will present the first set of clinical data from its lead asset, ZB131, directed against cancer-specific plectin (CSP), during the 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. In an interim analysis (n=32) of the Phase 1/2 trial, ZB131 demonstrated a favorable safety and tolerability profile, evidence of clinical activity and dose-proportional pharmacokinetics.
Dr. David Sommerhalder, principal investigator at NEXT Oncology in San Antonio, Texas, will present the data in a poster session (board 281) on Saturday, June 3 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm in poster Hall A at Chicago's McCormick Place.
The ZB131 clinical trial (trial identifier NCT05074472) is a Phase 1/2, first-in-human, open-label, dose escalation study of ZB131 in tumors likely to express CSP. The primary objective of the dose escalation phase was to evaluate the safety and tolerability of ZB131 as a monotherapy. Having established safe dosing levels, the study began enrolling expansion cohorts treating patients with either ZB131 at 30 mg/kg as a monotherapy or ZB131 at 15 mg/kg in combination with gemcitabine.
"The initial safety, pharmacokinetics and clinical activity from the Phase 1/2 trial, combined with preclinical evidence that ZB131 binds selectively to CSP, rapidly internalizes, and can be conjugated to cytotoxic payloads, validates our efforts to further develop ZB131, including as an antibody-drug conjugate (ADC)," said Alan Bash, CEO of ZielBio. "CSP is a highly promising target given its cell surface expression in malignant tissue and lack of presence in healthy tissue across multiple solid tumors, and ZielBio is leading the field of research into this target."
About ZielBio
ZielBio is a clinical stage biotechnology company that identifies novel disease targets and develops therapeutic interventions to improve patient outcomes. Its proprietary drug discovery platform ZielFind combines the power of functional, high throughput screening with large content data analytics to identify high value targets. ZielBio has a promising pipeline of therapies and targets, including novel lead asset ZB131 (proposed international nonproprietary name Ibentatug), a proprietary humanized monoclonal antibody against cancer-specific plectin. The company's clinical trial of ZB131 is open and enrolling with additional study details available at clinicaltrials.gov (NCT05074472).
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NEW YORK (AP) — Daria Snigur raised her arms in celebration, then lowered them to wrap her hands around the blue-and-yellow ribbon on her chest.
This win — her first on the WTA Tour — was for Ukraine.
Snigur pulled off the first big upset of the U.S. Open, knocking off No. 7 seed Simona Halep 6-2, 0-6, 6-4 on Monday.
Days after taking part in an exhibition to raise money for her country that is fighting a war against invading Russia, Snigur fought through tears as she tried to explain what the victory meant to her family and her home.
“No comment, I think, because it’s impossible for me now,” Snigur said.
The 20-year-old was making her first appearance in the main draw of a Grand Slam after emerging through the qualifying rounds last week.
On Wednesday, she joined tennis superstars such as Rafael Nadal, Coco Gauff, John McEnroe, Iga Swiatek and 2021 U.S. Open runner-up Leylah Fernandez in the “Tennis Plays for Peace Exhibition,” an event organized by the U.S. Tennis Association that raised $1.2 million.
It took place in Louis Armstrong Stadium, which may have calmed Snigur’s nerves when she was sent back out there Monday.
“I think it helped me because I was here in ‘Tennis Plays for Peace’ and I think it helped me a little bit,” Snigur said during an on-court interview.
Snigur won the Wimbledon girls singles title in 2019, but failed in her first eight attempts to qualify for the main draw of a Grand Slam before finally breaking through. She was 0-2 on tour and was facing a top-20 opponent for the first time.
And in Halep, it was one of the hottest players in women’s tennis. The two-time Grand Slam champion had won 19 of her previous 22 matches and recently returned to the top 10.
But Snigur responded nicely after Halep won the second set, racing to a 5-1 lead in the third. Halep fought off a couple match points while taking the next three games before Snigur finally closed it out when Halep sailed a backhand long.
Snigur then dropped her racket and covered her face as she fought back tears.
Elina Svitolina’s run to the 2019 semifinals is the best performance by a Ukrainian in the U.S. Open. One of five of them in this year’s draw, Snigur will face Canadian Rebecca Marino on Wednesday.
First, she was going to savor a stunner.
“I want to say thanks to all the fans who watched our match today,” she said.
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- 2023 Palisade Flagship SUV Offers Fresh Exterior and Interior Design
- New Convenience Technologies: 12-inch Navigation, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Digital Key 2 Touch, New Bluelink Features and Driver's Ergo-Motion Seat
- New Palisade XRT Model Features a Rugged, Outdoors-Oriented Appearance
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai has released pricing for the new 2023 Palisade SUV, including its new XRT model. For the 2023 model year, the enhanced Palisade delivers a bold, premium presence with an upscale interior, advanced technologies, new convenience features and safety content. This further establishes the Palisade's reputation as the ultimate family and road trip vehicle. Palisade will also offer a new, dark-themed, rugged XRT model to complement the existing Santa Fe and Tucson XRT models in the Hyundai SUV line-up.
2023 Hyundai Palisade Pricing
New, Rugged Palisade XRT Model
The Palisade XRT FWD, in addition to the SEL FWD Equipment, adds:
- Dark 20-inch wheels with rugged styling
- Rugged lower bumpers and skid plate accents
- Rugged lower door garnish
- Dark grille finish
- Black roof side rails
- Cross rails
- Body colored outside door handles
- Power sunroof
- Black H-Tex™ leatherette seating surfaces
The Palisade XRT AWD, in addition to the XRT FWD Equipment, adds:
- HTRAC ® All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- HTRAC® liftgate badge
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- SNOW mode
- TOW mode
- AWD lock
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(The Hill) — Journalist Katie Couric announced on Wednesday that she was diagnosed with breast cancer in June and completed radiation earlier this month.
Couric said in a post on the website for her media company that she received the diagnosis during a routine mammogram on June 21. She has been an advocate for people regularly receiving colon cancer screenings since her husband, Jay, died from the disease in 1998.
She showed a colonoscopy she received on the “Today Show,” where she served as co-host in 2000, and the number of people getting colonoscopies increased by 20 percent following the episode, she said.
Couric decided to film herself receiving the mammogram, too, but her breast radiologist asked her after the mammogram to stop filming, adding that she wanted to perform a biopsy. The biopsy revealed Couric has cancer.
She had surgery on July 14.
“Throughout the process, I kept thinking about two things: How lucky I was to have access to such incredible care — since so many people don’t,” Couric said. “And how lucky I was to be the beneficiary of such amazing technology.”
Her doctor told her after the surgery that the tumor, which was about 2.5 centimeters, was removed. She started radiation on Sept. 7 to remove any microscopic cells that could be “problematic” in the future, her radiation oncologist told her.
Couric also urged readers to get regular mammograms. She was six months past her originally scheduled screening.
“I shudder to think what might have happened if I had put it off longer,” she said.
Couric has dense breasts, meaning she has “relatively high amounts of glandular tissue and fibrous connective tissue,” according to the National Cancer Institute. She said 45 percent of women in the country have dense breasts, which makes them more at risk of getting breast cancer.
Couric said doctors in 38 states are required to inform patients if they have dense breasts, but the information often does not make clear the need to have supplemental breast cancer screening.
She backed legislation that the Food and Drug Administration proposed to make language and guidance more specific related to doctors informing women who have dense breasts.
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MECCA, Saudi Arabia (AP) — It is a scene that stirs hope — and relief — for Muslims around the world.
One million pilgrims from across the globe amassed on Thursday in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia to perform the initial rites of the hajj, marking the largest Islamic pilgrimage since the coronavirus pandemic upended the annual event — a key pillar of Islam.
The hajj is a once-in-a-lifetime duty for all Muslims physically and financially able to make the journey, which takes the faithful along a path traversed by the Prophet Muhammad some 1,400 years ago. Pilgrims spend five days carrying out a set of rituals intended to bring them closer to God.
That includes praying around the cube-shaped Kaaba, the holiest shrine in Islam. At the center of the Grand Mosque’s courtyard on Thursday, thousands of unmasked pilgrims circled the Kaaba.
The crowds, visibly thinner than usual, moved counter-clockwise around the granite building in a blur, their hearts tilting toward the structure meant to symbolize the oneness of God in Islam. Wherever they are in the world, observant Muslims face the Kaaba to pray daily.
Pilgrims appeared to throw COVID-19 caution to the wind this year as they thronged the Grand Mosque — in sharp contrast to the social distancing and mask requirements of the past two years.
But there were still signs of vigilance. Typically, worshippers would fight the crowds for a chance to touch and kiss the black stone on the Kaaba’s eastern corner, but the government banned this practice for the third year. Saudi authorities also distributed bottles of water from the holy Zamzam well instead of allowing pilgrims to drink from cups at the mosque. Thousands of medical workers were on hand to assist those in need.
This year, the hajj is open to just 1 million foreign and domestic pilgrims who have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, tested negative for COVID-19 and are between 18 and 65 years old. Authorities estimate 85% have arrived from abroad.
While this year’s attendance is far below the pre-pandemic influx of 2.5 million pilgrims, it represents a significant step closer to normal after the kingdom restricted the event to a small number of Muslim residents for the past two years.
The ritual was almost scrapped in its entirety in 2020, when as few as 1,000 residents were permitted to take part. Some 60,000 residents attended last year. The unprecedented restrictions sent shockwaves through the Muslim world and devastated many believers, who often save up and wait for years to make the pilgrimage.
Although no longer in the shadow of the pandemic, this hajj is taking place amid Russia’s war on Ukraine — a conflict that may be thousands of miles from the homes of many Muslims but has sent the prices of staple foods soaring and spread misery across the world.
This year’s hajj also showcases de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s latest efforts to loosen social restrictions and transform the kingdom. Saudi Arabia officially began allowing women to perform the hajj without a male guardian, or “mahram,” last year.
The hajj in Islam is meant to be a great equalizer and unifier among Muslims. Pilgrims wear simple clothing: For men, it’s typical to wear a white draping garment, while women wear conservative dress and headscarves, forgoing makeup, nail polish and perfume to draw closer to God.
But even Mecca cannot escape the world’s wealth gaps: The well-heeled may pay some $3,000 a night for five-star hotels overlooking the Kaaba. For most people, however, the pilgrimage means sleeping in simple accommodations or on the ground around the mosque to perform daily prayers ahead of the hajj.
With many more people applying to perform the hajj each year than the kingdom can accommodate, the Saudi government controls the flow of visitors through annual quotas based on each nation’s Muslim population.
The visa regulations have grown stricter after deadly incidents in recent years. In 2015, several thousand pilgrims were crushed to death in a stampede. This year, those quotas were sharply reduced. Indonesia sent just over 100,000 people, the world’s largest contingent. The U.S. sent over 9,500 citizens.
Shiite powerhouse Iran, Saudi Arabia’s regional foe that in 2016 barred its citizens from making the pilgrimage amid an escalating sectarian rivalry, sent 39,000, less than half of its attendance in 2019. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s special envoy for the hajj did not receive a visa because he is over 65, Iranian media reported.
As tensions eased between the rivals amid regional negotiations and a ceasefire in Yemen, hajj officials from the countries met last month for the first time in years.
Although the pandemic is far from over, with hundreds new infections a day in the kingdom, the government is glad of the influx. The event is a critical source of prestige and tourism for Saudi Arabia.
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GREENVILLE, S.C., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bank, one of the fastest-growing banks in the Southeast, is excited to announce the opening of its new corporate headquarters at 6 Verdae Boulevard in Greenville, S.C. This landmark project makes a bold and visionary statement about the future of Southern First and that collaboration and company culture matter. The building is an investment in Southern First's clients and team members and a testament to the bank's continued organic growth.
The five-story, 107,000 square foot building, sits on ~7 acres at the intersection of Laurens Road and Verdae Boulevard, an area that will see continued growth and development as a major mixed-use community hub in the Upstate. Home to Southern First's critical Operations and Support teams, the project also houses the bank's flagship retail banking office, featuring collaboration areas and modern meeting spaces that foster the bank's relationship first approach to banking. On the exterior, clients have access to industry-leading technology at Southern First's new drive-thru experience featuring Interactive Teller Machines (ITMs). These 24-hour deposit-ready ATMs are equipped for video banking with live tellers, allowing clients to conduct more transaction types and receive personal assistance immediately. In the first-floor lobby, Southern First has partnered with homegrown Greenville business, Southern Pressed Juicery, who will serve a menu of cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and handcrafted food items to the public.
The architecture throughout the building is designed to enhance team dynamics and community engagement. The building represents the bank's continued commitment to creating outstanding experiences for clients, associates, and the community.
"Southern First Bank was founded in Greenville over 22 years ago. We are excited to celebrate the opening of our new headquarters as this investment is a message to the community and throughout the Southeast that our team is committed to strong relationships, progressive technology, and a servant heart culture. We will continue to grow one client at a time and look forward to continuing this journey for the next 22 + years," stated Art Seaver, CEO of Southern First.
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., Greenville, South Carolina is a registered bank holding company incorporated under the laws of South Carolina. The company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Southern First Bank, one of the fastest growing banks in the Southeast. Southern First Bank has been providing financial services since 1999 and now operates in 12 locations in the Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston markets of South Carolina as well as the Charlotte, Triangle, and Triad regions of North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Southern First Bancshares has consolidated assets of approximately $3.1 billion and its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol "SFST." More information can be found at www.southernfirst.com.
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- World's first platform provides transparent centralized trading Hub for gas certified by methane emissions generated during production
- Ground-breaking platform set to incentivise drastic reductions in methane emissions
- CG Hub reflects wider global drive to reduce methane emissions by increasing liquidity and price transparency, while allowing empirical understanding of emissions impact on each trade
LONDON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CG Hub, the world's first trading platform for certified gas, has been launched today to drive greater emissions transparency in natural gas.
Leading global energy producers, traders and buyers who will participate in the ground-breaking platform are soon to be announced, incentivising drastic reductions in global methane emissions.
The CG Hub, run by the cloud-based energy trading platform COMET, is being launched in conjunction with non-profit MiQ - the fastest growing and most trusted methane emissions certification standard.
MiQ, which is already certifying 15 bcf per day, has 1.2 billion certificates currently available on its digital registry.
This demonstrates the huge potential of certified gas available to trade on the CG Hub and reflects the momentum behind methane certification and its potential to drive meaningful action on climate change.
Georges Tijbosch, Chief Executive Officer at MiQ, said:
"While we wait for the world to transition to clean energy, we need to create the infrastructure for the market to deliver change on emissions today.
"The Hub will bring transparency and drive demand for certified natural gas by taking it from a niche, bilateral trading ecosystem to a thriving, dynamic marketplace. We are delighted to see so many future-facing businesses working to drive change on global methane emissions."
Gas traded on the Hub must have been certified based on its methane emissions, offering for the first time the chance for multiple players to buy and sell this commodity with a true understanding of the emissions impact of each batch.
Certified gas is gas that has been assessed against a credible and transparent standard to provide an honest, data-led grade based on methane emissions. Grading gas based on methane emissions differentiates better performers, assists buyers with integration of this important product into their overall ESG plan, and creates the incentives for market improvements.
COMET has over 250 distinct corporate members who would be eligible to use the CG Hub.
Michael Mackey, Chief Operating Officer at COMET, said:
"Working with MiQ to develop the CG Hub concept is a major step in opening up the nascent certified gas market that we believe will deliver on the promise of significant methane reduction."
"We are gratified by the initial positive market response to CG Hub and look forward to working with many more progressive firms to improve emissions transparency, price discovery, encourage liquidity, and provide a community to drive methane reduction awareness."
Previously only available to trade bilaterally, the CG Hub, which is adapted from the award-winning COMET platform, will drive greater trading and emissions transparency, providing:
- A centralized Hub (dashboard) for bids and offers all members can view
- The ability to list certification details (level, methane intensity, etc.), attach certificates, all captured in the audit trail
- Notifications to all members when a new deal is posted
- The ability to click to execute or begin a bilateral negotiation
- Receipt of an automated transaction confirmation.
- A comprehensive transaction audit log to help meet a variety of compliance and regulatory standards.
- Best pricing
Notes to editors
About MiQ
MiQ is an independent not-for-profit established by RMI (formerly the Rocky Mountain Institute), and global sustainability consultancy SYSTEMIQ to facilitate a rapid reduction in methane emissions from the oil and gas sector.
MiQ is the fastest growing and most trusted methane emissions certification standard.
Certification allows global society to credibly differentiate gas based on its methane emissions performance, providing a market mechanism that incentivizes methane reduction. MiQ's vision is to create a market where certified natural gas can be traded like other historical commodities ultimately creating incentives to drive down methane emissions across the board
About Certification
MiQ Certificates are like a nutrition label for natural gas. They provide an honest record of facts, good and bad, unlike green labels which are subjective and ambiguous.
MiQ Certificates reflect the emissions impact of each batch of gas, how much methane was leaked during production, how effective the company's methane emissions management processes and procedures are, and how robust their methane detection technology is. Together, they provide the information needed to drive market improvements.
Just as food nutrition labels provide the necessary information to choose a healthy diet, MiQ Certification helps gas buyers better understand what they're buying and the impact it is having on the planet.
About methane emissions and natural gas
Methane is 84x as potent in climate terms as CO2 over a 20-year timeframe, so by reducing the volumes emitted we can make a big impact quickly. Not only that, but the oil and gas sector is responsible for 84 million tonnes of methane annually. This equates to 8x the aviation sector's global CO2 emissions each year, all the CO2 emissions from the world's cars and trucks, and 140 per cent of the US' annual CO2 emissions.
About COMET
Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the US, TruMarx Data Partners, Inc. is an experienced team of energy professionals with an established track record delivering powerful technology solutions, including the marketplaces COMET and CG Hub, to meet energy market challenges facing our global customers, including the measurement of specific transactional attributes required to quantify ESG goals.
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5 things to know for Feb. 6: Earthquake, Spy balloon, Grammys, Debt limit, Recycling
By Alexandra Meeks, CNN
If you find yourself gazing at the sky tonight, you may notice the moon appears slightly smaller than normal. That’s because you’re looking at a micromoon, a term used to designate when the moon is at a quite distant location in orbit around Earth.
Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day.
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1. Earthquake
More than 1,500 people were killed in Turkey and Syria today after a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the region. It’s the strongest earthquake the country has experienced in more than 100 years, according to the United States Geological Survey. Thousands of others were injured as buildings collapsed, sending residents running into the streets. The quake sent tremors across the two countries while residents were likely asleep and unprepared for the impact. More than a dozen aftershocks have been recorded, including at least seven with a magnitude above 5, the USGS said. Search and rescue operations are underway as Turkey’s disaster agency calls for assistance from the international community.
2. Spy balloon
The US military shot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon on Saturday after it drifted off the East Coast near the Carolinas, according to the Pentagon. New video shows the moment a missile fired by a US fighter jet hits the balloon and what appears to be surveillance equipment dropping into the Atlantic Ocean. President Joe Biden touted the mission as a success. China, on the other hand, expressed its “strong dissatisfaction and protest” against the decision, accusing the US of “overreacting” and “seriously violating international practice.” Meanwhile, another balloon spotted over Latin America belongs to China and was used for flight tests, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said during a press briefing today.
3. Grammy Awards
The 2023 Grammy Awards were presented Sunday in Los Angeles to honor and celebrate some of the world’s most talented musicians. The night was marked with historic milestones, vibrant performances and eye-catching red carpet looks. Among the highlights, Beyoncé became the artist with the most awards in the history of the Grammys with a record 32 wins. Harry Styles took home the show’s biggest prize, Album of the Year, for “Harry’s House.” Bad Bunny earned the Grammy’s first album of the year nomination for a project completely in Spanish. Viola Davis also achieved EGOT status — a coveted title for an artist who has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and a Tony Award. The show also celebrated 50 years of hip-hop music with an epic tribute featuring performers that spanned decades.
4. Debt limit
A Republican co-chair of the bipartisan House Problem Solvers Caucus said Sunday that GOP members are ready to break with their party leadership on some aspects of the debt ceiling negotiations, but they remain committed to attaching some spending cuts. “We can’t have a clean debt ceiling increase,” Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick told CNN, indicating that it is still a red line for moderate and swing-district Republicans. He would not specify what cuts he believes are necessary, instead arguing that the entire structure of the debt ceiling should be changed. Fitzpatrick’s comments come after Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy held talks at the White House last week to address the debt limit. McCarthy signaled optimism following the meeting that both he and Biden can reach consensus “long before” the US defaults.
5. Recycling
A new report shows recycling around the world isn’t scaling up fast enough to deal with the amount of plastic items being produced, meaning that they are far more likely to be dumped in landfills, on beaches and in rivers and oceans than they are to make it to recycling plants. The world is also creating more single-use plastic waste than ever, data from the report shows, with more than 139 million metric tons of single-use plastic waste generated in 2021. That is 6 million metric tons more than in 2019, when the first index was released. Many climate activists and officials were hoping for that figure to be lower considering governments around the world have been issuing policies to reduce the volume of single-use plastic, banning products like single-use straws, disposable cutlery, food containers, cotton swabs, bags and balloons.
HAPPENING LATER
Ukrainian military to start training on Leopard tanks today
Amid aggressive efforts to reclaim occupied territory from Russia, Ukrainian troops will begin training today with Germany’s Leopard 2 tanks, the country’s defense minister Oleksiy Reznikov said. Germany agreed to provide the tanks last month following international pressure to step up its military support and commit to sending its sought-after vehicles. The influx of tanks from Germany and other Western allies into the conflict has the potential to change the shape of the war, analysts say.
BREAKFAST BROWSE
Watch this dramatic ocean rescue
See the moment a huge wave pummels a boat during a Coast Guard rescue attempt in the Pacific Northwest.
Cracker Barrel offers couples a chance to win free food for a year
But there’s a big commitment involved: couples must get engaged at one of the chain’s restaurants. As the saying goes … no risk it, no biscuit.
How Dolly Parton, Oprah and Tom Hanks became American sweethearts
In an increasingly divided world, there are some special stars that most Americans agree on — regardless of political and social differences. Learn how they endeared themselves to the nation.
Kyrie Irving traded from Brooklyn Nets to Dallas Mavericks, per reports
The move comes after the eight-time NBA All-Star requested a trade from the Nets last week, according to multiple reports.
A TikToker shared her cancer journey and raised thousands on GoFundMe. It was all a scam
Police are investigating this 19-year-old content creator after she scammed nearly $40,000 from online donors.
TODAY’S NUMBER
400
That’s about how many food products, including sandwiches and fruit cups, have been recalled due to a possible Listeria contamination, the FDA announced Friday. All of the recalled items have a Fresh Creative Cuisine label and were sold last month in Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Virginia.
TODAY’S QUOTE
“To write a new chapter for our county, we need to turn the page on the past.”
— Emily Seidel, CEO of Americans for Prosperity Action, writing in a memo released Sunday that billionaire Charles Koch and his deep-pocketed network plan to back a single Republican candidate — other than Donald Trump — in the next presidential primary. Koch previously sat on the sidelines for the two most recent White House nomination fights but is now likely getting involved, setting off a scramble among GOP presidential contenders to win over Koch and his network of wealthy donors. Meanwhile, a former Manhattan special assistant district attorney who investigated Trump said during a “60 Minutes” interview that there are “many bits and pieces of evidence” the district attorney could use to charge the former president.
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AND FINALLY
Mesmerizing marble machine
More than 2,000 marbles are used in this impressive instrument built by Martin Molin of the Swedish band Wintergatan. (Click here to view)
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, is the second Cabinet member heading to Africa as part of President Joe Biden’s big push to engage with the world’s second-largest continent.
The U.S. Mission to the U.N. said Sunday she will travel to Ghana, Mozambique and Kenya starting Jan. 25 “to affirm and strengthen our partnerships with key current and former U.N. Security Council members.”
Thomas-Greenfield’s visit follows last week’s start of a 10-day African visit by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. She arrived in Dakar, Senegal late Wednesday and will also visit Zambia and South Africa.
Biden announced at the end of a U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in December that he will visit sub-Saharan Africa in 2023, the first trip to the region by a U.S. leader in a decade.
The summit and trip are aimed at strengthening U.S. relations with Africa, where China has surpassed the U.S. in trade and is aiming to increase its military presence, and Russia has military ties with the authorities in Mali and Central African Republic.
Biden stressed at the summit that he is serious about increasing U.S. attention to the continent and told the 49 African leaders attending the meeting in Washington that “Africa belongs at the table” in every conversation of global consequences.
The first stop for Thomas-Greenfield, a former U.S. assistant secretary of state for Africa, is Ghana, which is in the second year of a two-year term as an elected member of the Security Council. On Jan. 25 she will meet with women leaders and civil society representatives, the U.S. mission said.
Thomas-Greenfield then heads to Mozambique, which is just starting its first-ever two-year term on the council.
During her visit on Jan. 26-27, the U.S. mission said she will meet with U.N. officials, entrepreneurs, alumni of U.S. exchange programs, international relations students and civil society members engaged in work to adapt to climate change, the mission said.
The ambassador’s final stop on Jan. 28-29 is Kenya, whose two-year term on the council ended on Dec. 31.
The U.S. mission called Kenya “a key partner” and said Thomas-Greenfield’s visit will focus on humanitarian programs, including the regional response to drought and assistance to refugees, and on “the impact Russia’s war against Ukraine continues to have on global food security, which has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the region.”
The ambassador will also meet refugees pending resettlement in the United States and Kenya-based entrepreneurs “at the forefront of the country’s transition to a green economy,” the mission said. | https://www.pahomepage.com/news/politics/ap-us-ambassador-heading-to-africa-as-part-of-bidens-big-push/ | 2023-01-23 08:52:22 | 1 | https://www.pahomepage.com/news/politics/ap-us-ambassador-heading-to-africa-as-part-of-bidens-big-push/ |
How to Watch the White Sox vs. Tigers Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for May 26
Published: May. 26, 2023 at 1:10 PM EDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
Luis Robert and the Chicago White Sox will see Joey Wentz starting for the Detroit Tigers on Friday at 6:40 PM ET.
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White Sox vs. Tigers Live Stream, TV Channel and Game Info:
- Date: Friday, May 26, 2023
- Time: 6:40 PM ET
- TV Channel: Apple TV+
- Location: Detroit, Michigan
- Venue: Comerica Park
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White Sox Batting & Pitching Performance
- The White Sox are 20th in MLB action with 53 home runs. They average one per game.
- Chicago is 22nd in MLB with a .383 slugging percentage.
- The White Sox's .237 batting average ranks 20th in the majors.
- Chicago is the 18th-highest scoring team in baseball, averaging 4.1 runs per game (215 total).
- The White Sox's .295 on-base percentage is the second-worst in MLB.
- The White Sox's 8.4 strikeouts per game rank 16th in MLB.
- Chicago's pitching staff is fifth in MLB with a collective 9.4 strikeouts per nine innings.
- Chicago's 4.86 team ERA ranks 26th across all MLB pitching staffs.
- The White Sox average MLB's 24th-ranked WHIP (1.404).
Tigers Batting & Pitching Performance
- The Tigers' 41 home runs rank 26th in MLB this season.
- Detroit is 29th in MLB with a slugging percentage of only .354 this season.
- The Tigers have a team batting average of .231 this season, which ranks 24th among MLB teams.
- Detroit has scored the 29th-most runs in baseball this season with just 179 (3.7 per game).
- The Tigers have an on-base percentage of .304 this season, which ranks 26th in the league.
- The Tigers rank 14th with an average of 9.1 strikeouts per game.
- Detroit averages the 25th-most strikeouts per nine innings (8.1) in the majors this season.
- Detroit has pitched to a 4.36 ERA this season, which ranks 19th in baseball.
- Tigers pitchers have a 1.229 WHIP this season, sixth-best in the majors.
White Sox Probable Starting Pitcher
- The White Sox will send Lance Lynn (3-5) out to make his 11th start of the season. He is 3-5 with a 6.28 ERA and 67 strikeouts in 57 1/3 innings pitched.
- In his last appearance on Sunday against the Kansas City Royals, the right-hander tossed six innings, giving up two earned runs while surrendering four hits.
- Lynn is looking for his third straight quality start.
- Lynn is seeking his ninth straight appearance lasting five or more innings. He averages 5.7 innings per appearance on the hill.
Tigers Probable Starting Pitcher
- The Tigers will send Wentz (1-4) to the mound for his 10th start this season.
- The left-hander's last start was on Sunday, when he tossed two innings while giving up six earned runs on 10 hits in a matchup with the Washington Nationals.
- None of Wentz's nine starts this season have met the criteria for a quality start.
- Wentz has five starts of five or more innings this season in nine chances. He averages 4.2 innings per outing.
White Sox Schedule
Tigers Schedule
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Monday
Homer at Plain Dealing, 5
Tuesday
Captain Shreve at Parkway, 6
Haughton at Natchitoches Central, 6
Southwood at Airline, 6
Byrd at Benton, 6
Bossier at Minden, 5:30
Plain Dealing at Ebarb, 4
Thursday
Haughton at Parkway, 6
Benton at Airline, 6
Huntington at Bossier, 6
Friday
St. Mary’s at Parkway, 5
Plain Dealing at Ringgold, 5
Saturday
Airline at Benton, 1
Parkway at Haughton, 1
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GREELEY, Colo., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JBS USA Food Company announced today the expiration and results of its previously announced cash tender offer (the "Tender Offer") for any and all of the outstanding U.S.$350.0 million aggregate principal amount of 6.500% Senior Notes due 2029 (the "Notes") issued by JBS USA Lux S.A., JBS USA Food Company and JBS USA Finance, Inc. The Tender Offer was made pursuant to an Offer to Purchase, dated September 12, 2022 (the "Offer to Purchase") and the related Notice of Guaranteed Delivery (the "Notice of Guaranteed Delivery" and together with the Offer to Purchase, the "Offer Documents").
As reported by D.F. King & Co., Inc., the information agent and tender agent for the Tender Offer, as of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on September 20, 2022 (such date and time, the "Expiration Time"), U.S.$269,186,000 in aggregate principal amount of the Notes, representing approximately 76.9% of the outstanding Notes, had been validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) pursuant to the Tender Offer. This amount does not include U.S.$32,579,000 aggregate principal amount of the Notes from holders who have submitted a Notice of Guaranteed Delivery in accordance with the guaranteed delivery procedures described in the Offer Documents.
Holders who (i) validly tendered their Notes and did not validly withdraw on or before the Expiration Time or (ii) delivered a properly completed and duly executed Notice of Guaranteed Delivery and all of the other required documents on or before the Expiration Time and validly tender (and do not withdraw) their Notes prior to 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on September 22, 2022, and whose Notes are accepted for purchase by JBS USA Food Company, will receive the "Tender Offer Consideration" indicated in the table below. In addition, accrued and unpaid interest on the Notes accepted for purchase from the most recent interest payment date of the Notes up to, but not including, the settlement date, which is expected to be September 26, 2022 (the "Settlement Date"), will be paid in cash on the Settlement Date or the Guaranteed Delivery Settlement Date (as defined below), as applicable. With respect to any Notes tendered and accepted for purchase pursuant to the guaranteed delivery procedures, the holders thereof will receive payment of the Tender Offer Consideration for such accepted Notes (to the extent that such Notes were not delivered prior to the Expiration Time) on the guaranteed delivery settlement date, which is expected to be September 26, 2022 (the "Guaranteed Delivery Settlement Date").
Certain information regarding the Notes and the terms of the Tender Offer is summarized in the table below.
JBS USA Food Company's obligation to accept for purchase, and to pay for, Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn pursuant to the Tender Offer is conditioned upon the satisfaction or, when applicable, waiver of certain conditions, which are more fully described in the Offer to Purchase, including, among others, a financing condition as described in the Offer to Purchase. JBS USA Food Company is making the Tender Offer only in those jurisdictions where it is legal to do so.
Barclays Capital Inc., BMO Capital Markets Corp., Mizuho Securities USA LLC, RBC Capital Markets, LLC and Truist Securities, Inc. are acting as dealer managers for the Tender Offer and can be contacted at their respective telephone numbers set forth on the back cover page of Offer to Purchase with questions regarding the Tender Offer.
The Offer Documents are available electronically at www.dfking.com/jbs-tenderoffer. Copies of the Offer Documents are also available to holders of Notes from D.F. King & Co., Inc., the information agent and the tender agent for the Tender Offer. Requests for copies of the Offer Documents should be directed to D.F. King & Co., Inc. at +1 (800) 967-7574 (toll free), +1 (212) 269-5550 (collect) or jbs@dfking.com.
None of the Offer Documents nor any related documents have been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, nor have any such documents been filed with or reviewed by any federal or state securities commission or regulatory authority of any country. No authority has passed upon the accuracy or adequacy of the Offer Documents or any related documents, and it is unlawful and may be a criminal offense to make any representation to the contrary.
The Tender Offer has been made solely on the terms and conditions set forth in the Offer Documents. Under no circumstances shall this press release constitute an offer to buy or the solicitation of an offer to sell the Notes or any other securities of JBS S.A. or any of its subsidiaries, including JBS USA Food Company. The Tender Offer is not being made to, nor will JBS USA Food Company accept tenders of Notes from, holders in any jurisdiction in which the Tender Offer or the acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities of blue sky laws of such jurisdiction. No recommendation is made as to whether holders should tender their Notes. Holders should carefully read the Offer Documents because they contain important information, including the various terms and conditions of the Tender Offer.
Important Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the perspectives and expectations of JBS S.A. or any of its subsidiaries, including JBS USA Food Company, are forward-looking statements. The words "expect," "believe," "estimate," "intend," "plan" and similar expressions, when related to JBS S.A. and its subsidiaries and affiliates, indicate forward-looking statements. These statements reflect the current view of management and are subject to various risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on various assumptions and factors, including general economic, market, industry and operational factors. Any changes to these assumptions or factors may lead to practical results different from current expectations. Forward-looking statements relate only to the date they were made and none of JBS S.A. or any of its subsidiaries undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made.
About JBS USA Lux S.A.
JBS USA Lux S.A. is one of the world's largest producers of beef, pork, chicken and packaged food products. In terms of daily production capacity, JBS USA Lux S.A. is among the leading beef producers and the second-largest pork and chicken producer in the United States. In Australia, JBS USA Lux S.A. is the leading producer of beef, lamb and packaged foods and the second largest producer of salmon. JBS USA Lux S.A. prepares, packages and delivers fresh, value-added and branded beef, pork, chicken, and lamb products to customers in more than 150 countries on six continents. JBS USA Lux S.A. is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of JBS S.A., the largest protein company and the largest food company in the world in terms of net revenue.
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