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Families to receive food and essentials as part of Summer Food Distribution program
RESTON, Va., June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- StarKist Co., a socially responsible company that empowers people to live a healthy lifestyle by providing convenient proteins, partnered with Feed the Children and Cornerstones today to bring hunger relief to 400 families living along Northern Virginia's Dulles Corridor.
The drive-thru event was held at St. John Neumann Catholic Community in Reston, VA. During the event, 400 families and seniors received a 25-pound box of shelf-stable food, including StarKist products; a 15-pound box of hygiene essentials such as shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and personal-care items; a box of Avon products; Disney storybooks and other items.
"At StarKist, we have cultivated a longstanding partnership with Feed the Children, an organization dedicated to nationwide hunger relief efforts and with Cornerstones, an organization that continues to support underserved communities in Northern Fairfax County," said Chae-Ung Um, President and CEO of StarKist. "Hunger and food insecurity are pervasive issues that affect communities everywhere, including right here in Reston. As a responsible corporate citizen, we are committed to addressing this challenge head-on and consider it a privilege to give back to this community."
For nearly 15 years, StarKist has contributed over 821,000 pounds of tuna and chicken products to help food-insecure children and families across the U.S., and more than $880,000 to support Feed the Children's disaster and emergency response efforts. This is the latest in StarKist's continual efforts to alleviate hunger and food shortages, dating back to 1917, when there was a nationwide protein shortage during World War I.
"My kids have only been out of school a week, and this will give them more things to eat at home," said Elizabeth, of a participating family. "I feel blessed; that's truly the word that comes to mind. It's amazing what these organizations are doing, there are so many families in need out there."
According to Travis Arnold, president and CEO of Feed the Children, "Children cannot thrive unless their basic needs are met. A widespread issue like childhood hunger will only be solved when enough people work together. Partners like StarKist and Cornerstones are vital to our mission as we continue to serve the families who need us most."
"Coming out of the pandemic, a lot of people were ready to put that in the rearview mirror, but what Cornerstones is seeing is actually that it's going to be a long recovery for so many families who lost income," notes Kerrie Wilson, CEO of Cornerstones. "We've had a 30% increase in people coming to our pantry just over the last 2 months. We lost SNAP benefits, which is a federal program to help supplement food, families are experiencing inflation, and so the need is great. Something like today's wonderful event puts food directly in the hands of families, and it's honestly life changing."
Also speaking at the event were: Julie Laird Davis, Senior VP, Strategic Partnerships & Individual Giving, Feed the Children; Walter Alcorn, Hunter Mill District Supervisor; Melanie Meren, Fairfax County Public Schools Hunter Mill District Representative; Marlon Dubuisson, District Director, U.S. House of Representatives, Representative Gerry Connally; Alex Iams, Executive Vice President, Fairfax County Economic Development; and, Roberta Gosling, Chair, Cornerstones Board of Directors.
About StarKist Co.
StarKist Co. is a socially responsible company that empowers people to live a healthy lifestyle by providing convenient proteins. An industry innovator, StarKist was the first brand to introduce single-serve pouch products, which include StarKist Tuna Creations®, Salmon Creations® and Chicken Creations®. As America's favorite tuna, StarKist represents a tradition of quality, consumer trust and a commitment to sustainability. StarKist's charismatic brand icon, Charlie® the Tuna, swam into the hearts of tuna fans in 1961 and is still a fan favorite today. StarKist Co. is a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Dongwon Industries Co., Ltd.
About Feed the Children
At Feed the Children, we feed hungry kids. We envision a world where no child goes to bed hungry. In the U.S. and internationally, we are dedicated to helping families and communities achieve stable lives and to reducing the need for help tomorrow, while providing food and resources to help them today. We distribute product donations from corporate donors to local community partners, we provide support for teachers and students, and we mobilize resources quickly to aid recovery efforts when natural disasters strike. Internationally, we manage child-focused community development programs in eight countries. We welcome partnerships because we know our work would not be possible without collaborative relationships. For more information, visit feedthechildren.org.
About Cornerstones
Since 1970, Cornerstones has championed the Dulles Corridor as a thriving, equitable, and compassionate place to live and work. More than 16,000 families and individuals, including upwards of 5,000 children, annually benefit from our safety-net services and programs, including homelessness prevention, emergency shelter and food, and urgent financial assistance to help stabilize people in times of crisis. As important, Cornerstones works beyond emergency help to empower our most vulnerable neighbors to regain their independence by securing affordable housing, quality education for children, and valuable job-skills training. In addition to serving as one of Northern Virginia's leading human service anchor organizations, Cornerstones is a respected advisor to local, state, and national jurisdictions to encourage building and preserving affordable housing; investing in connected and resilient children, youth, and families; creating good jobs and economic security; and advancing systems change to undo racial and social inequity. For more information, visit cornerstonesva.org.
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According to NBC4i, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued an on-camera statement regarding Friday’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, effectively eliminating the constitutional right to abortion.
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“My purpose tonight is not to debate the merits of this decision. There will be plenty of time to do this in the days and weeks ahead,” DeWine said. “I think it’s important as we discuss the abortion issue we in Ohio do it in a civil way and recognize there are people of good will on both sides who have strongly and honestly held beliefs.”
Shortly after DeWine spoke, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the Heartbeat Bill has become law in the state, which bans abortion once a heartbeat is detected.
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McALESTER, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma executed a man Thursday who was convicted of killing an elderly couple and committing other crimes 20 years ago before authorities caught up to him in Texas after a manhunt.
Scott James Eizember, 62, received a lethal injection at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester and was pronounced dead at 10:15 a.m.
“I’m at peace,” Eizember said, strapped to a gurney with an intravenous line in his left arm. “My conscience is clear, completely. I love my children.”
Once the lethal drugs began to flow, Eizember, who had a close-cropped beard, could be seen chatting with his spiritual adviser, the Rev. Jeffrey Hood, who was inside the execution chamber with him. He lifted his head at one point and mouthed the words, “I love you,” toward his daughter and attorneys who were among 17 people seated in the witness room.
Eizember’s breathing became labored and he was declared unconscious at 10:07 a.m. He appeared to stop breathing at 10:10 a.m. He was pronounced dead at 10:15 a.m.
Eizember’s attorneys did not deny he killed A.J. Cantrell, 76, and his wife, Patsy Cantrell, 70, on Oct. 18, 2003. But they told the state’s Pardon and Parole Board last month that the killings were unplanned and spontaneous and his life still had value.
The board voted 3-2 to reject a clemency recommendation.
“He has felt remorse every day of his imprisonment. There is no reason to kill him next month other than revenge,” attorney Mark Henricksen told the board.
After the execution, several members of the Cantrell spoke of the pain the family has endured and voiced concern at the length of time it took for Eizember to be executed.
“After living this nightmare, I must say that 20 years is too long for justice to be served,” Johnny Melton, the slain couple’s nephew, said in a statement read on behalf of the family. “We want to get it right and we absolutely want to ensure that everyone’s rights are protected, but the process is much too slow.”
Melton also stressed the importance of addressing domestic violence and improving mental health treatment, in the state of Oklahoma and across the nation.
“I know this is going to be a controversial statement, but I believe it to be a fact. It is the abuser who needs help. They need it when they are young,” Melton said. “By the time the victim needs help, it’s too late.”
Prosecutors allege Eizember broke into the Cantrells’ home in Depew, Oklahoma, after he saw them leave so he could lie in wait for his ex-girlfriend, Kathryn Smith, who lived across the street. When the couple came home unexpectedly, prosecutors say Eizember shot and killed Patsy Cantrell with a shotgun he found inside the home and then bludgeoned A.J. Cantrell to death with the weapon.
Eizember was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to death for killing A.J. Cantrell and convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to 150 years in prison for killing Patsy Cantrell. Eizember’s attorneys had argued that Patsy Cantrell was shot and killed while he and A.J. Cantrell struggled over the shotgun.
After killing the couple, Eizember walked across the street and entered Smith’s home, shot her son in the back and attacked her mother, prosecutors say. Both survived and authorities say Eizember ultimately sped out of town in a stolen vehicle.
Police believe Eizember hid out in wooded areas around the towns of Depew and Bristow for more than 30 days while law enforcement agencies launched a large manhunt to track him down.
“He wasn’t afraid to kill again,” Assistant Attorney General Tessa Henry told the pardon board.
Eizember eventually made his way to Arkansas in a stolen car and kidnapped a physician and his wife at gunpoint, prosecutors said. After driving with the couple to Texas, he finally was captured near the town of Lufkin after the physician pulled out a pistol stashed in the couple’s van and shot Eizember four times, authorities said.
A federal jury in Arkansas convicted Eizember in December 2005 on two counts of kidnapping and one count each of carjacking and using a firearm in a crime of violence. He was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison in that case.
Eizember filed a last-minute lawsuit seeking to have his spiritual adviser with him inside the death chamber during his execution after the Department of Corrections rejected the minister because of Hood’s history of anti-death penalty activism, including arrests. The DOC reversed course on that decision Wednesday, citing concerns from the Cantrell family that the decision could lead to Thursday’s execution being called off.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled last year that states must accommodate the wishes of death row inmates who want to have their pastors pray aloud and even touch them during their executions.
Oklahoma uses a three-drug lethal injection method starting with the sedative midazolam, rendering the person unconscious, followed by a paralytic vecuronium bromide and finally potassium chloride, which stops the heart.
Eizember’s execution was the eighth in Oklahoma since the state resumed executions in 2021.
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The average IRS tax refund so far this year is about $1,900
As Americans prepare to file their taxes ahead of the April 18 filing deadline, the IRS is giving you an idea of what your refund may look like this year.
The agency released data for the tax filing season ending on Feb. 3, and the average tax refund for 2023 so far is $1,963. This time last year, the average refund was $2,201.
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The IRS gathered statistics comparing tax returns that were refunded, received, and processed between Feb. 4, 2022 and Feb. 3, 2023.
According to the IRS, the total amount refunded this year so far is more than $15 billion compared to $9.5 billion in 2022.
Here’s what you need to know when filing your taxes this year.
Gathering 2022 tax documents
Gathering paperwork can be a hassle but the IRS suggests setting up a records system to keep your tax documents organized.
These 2022 documents include W-2 forms from employers, 1099 forms from banks or other payers, and 1099-K forms from third-party payment entities.
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The IRS says creating an online account on their site lets filers securely access their personal tax information. You can do this by logging in and verifying your name and address. The agency notes that people should notify them if their address has changed and contact the Social Security Administration if they have a legal name change to avoid a delay in processing a return.
What can I do to avoid tax refund delays?
It’s important for individuals to complete their tax records before filing their returns to prevent refund delays.
Most refunds are issued in less than 21 days, but the IRS explains that filers shouldn’t rely on getting their refund on a specific date. According to the IRS, some tax returns may require more review and can take longer to process if the agency finds an error, the return is missing information, or if there is identity theft or fraud.
The IRS notes that they can’t provide refunds for people claiming an earned income tax credit or additional child tax credit before mid-February.
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An earned income tax credit helps low- to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break. According to the IRS, if a person qualifies, they can use the credit to reduce the taxes they owe while possibly increasing the amount of the refund.
A child tax credit helps families with qualifying children get a tax break. According to the IRS, an individual may be able to claim the credit even if they don't normally file a tax return.
Additionally, the IRS says they must hold the entire refund, not just the portion, with the earned income tax credit or additional child tax credit.
Set up direct deposit to get your refund faster
Once you file your taxes, the quickest way to get your return is through direct deposit. This method avoids the hassle of waiting to receive your refund check by mail. Plus, it minimizes the chances of it being lost or stolen or returned to the IRS as undeliverable.
According to the IRS, prepaid debit cards or mobile apps may allow a direct deposit of tax refunds but a routing and accounting number must be associated with it. The IRS notes that tax filers can contact the mobile app provider or financial institution to confirm which numbers to use.
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You could win a once-in-a-lifetime mentorship and funds to kick-start your Maxx journey
FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- T.J.Maxx is committed to supporting women in being their most authentic selves and believes they should be able to do so without making compromises. A recent survey uncovered that 65% of women have new priorities coming out of the pandemic*, but there are often barriers that stand in the way of them going all-in on pursuing their dreams. Whether it's a lack of resources or fear of not being perfect, T.J.Maxx is here to help women so they can begin prioritizing themselves and their goals – unapologetically.
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Today, T.J.Maxx launches Find Your Maxx: a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that gives women essential tools that empower them to ditch the fear of failure and put themselves first. Whether that means taking their creative expression to the next level, getting their side hustle off the ground or anything in between, one lucky grand prize winner will receive the mentorship of a lifetime with Emmy-nominated actress, comedian, and writer—Yvonne Orji and $50,000 in starter funds to help propel them toward their Maxx self.
Yvonne knows first-hand what it's like to commit to herself unapologetically. After discovering her passion for stand-up comedy while in graduate school, she altered her plans of becoming a doctor to pursue her dreams. That's why Yvonne is helping her mentee kick-start the process of finding her Maxx via one-on-one sessions, and inspiring women everywhere to do the same.
"As someone who is committed to discovering the best version of myself, I'm excited to join the Find Your Maxx with T.J.Maxx campaign, not only to encourage women to support and empower one another, but also for women to embrace their most unapologetic selves," said Yvonne Orji. "I love that Find Your Maxx is giving women tangible tools to help them break down the barriers to self-prioritization and let their authenticity shine. I can't wait to meet my mentee and go all-in on this adventure together!"
How it Works:
- Starting today through August 26th, participants can enter for the chance to win the Find Your Maxx prize via findyourmaxx.com by submitting a short video that defines what finding their Maxx looks like. This contest is free of charge to enter.
- One grand prize winner and five finalists will be selected to receive unique prize packages:
Find Your Maxx is part of The Maxx You Project, T.J.Maxx's ongoing initiative to support women as they navigate the process of becoming their most authentic selves. Now, in its sixth year, The Maxx You Project is launching the "Find Your Maxx Workshops" to provide women everywhere with resources and support as they navigate the process of becoming their Maxx selves.
Beginning in October and continuing through November, T.J.Maxx will host six virtual workshops on TikTok and Instagram Live via @tjmaxx. Each installment will be co-hosted by life coach Sophia Casey alongside a special guest and focus on a variety of topics to encourage viewers on their journey. The workshop themes include:
- Yvonne Orji: "Maxx Your Mindset"
- Aja Dang: "Maxx Your Mentors"
- Marcela Marañon : "Maxx Your Confidence"
- Clara Macchiocchi: "Unleashing Your Maxx"
- Natalie Borneo: "Maxx Your Career" with Dress for Success
- Latham Thomas: "Maxx Your Voice"
Visit maxxyouproject.com over the coming weeks for more information on workshop dates and how to tune in.
This year, T.J.Maxx is continuing its partnership with global non-profit organization, Dress for Success, to support its mission of empowering women to transform their lives and re-envision their futures. In addition to collaborating on the "Maxx Your Career" virtual workshop, T.J.Maxx is providing an array of dedicated programming to the Dress for Success community, encouraging the organization's members to find their Maxx selves. This includes:
- A month-long series of virtual programming, ranging from an expert workshop aimed at educating women about the psychology behind successful goal management to a guided meditation designed to help women envision a pathway to career success.
- In-person workshops dedicated to helping women prioritize their career goals at 13 Dress for Success affiliate boutiques around the country.
- T.J.Maxx styling and shopping experiences to support them in taking the next step in their career journey.
"T.J.Maxx believes women shouldn't have to settle or make compromises, which is why we're committed to supporting them as they embark on the journey to becoming themselves to the Maxx," said Robyn Arvedon, Assistant Vice President of Marketing, T.J.Maxx. "Our hope is that by providing her with ongoing tools and resources that encourage her to take the time she needs to pursue her passions, she'll feel empowered to live her most authentic life, unapologetically."
For more information, including complete contest rules and terms and conditions, please visit findyourmaxx.com. Head to maxxyouproject.com for ongoing information about workshops and access to tools and resources to become your Maxx self.
About The Maxx You Project
The Maxx You Project began in 2017 as T.J.Maxx's ongoing initiative dedicated to helping women pursue their most authentic lives. Since its inception, The Maxx You Project has touched the lives of more than 160,000 women across the country through interactive experiences and programming that encourages women to be their most unapologetic selves.
About T.J.Maxx
As the nation's largest off-price retailer, with more than 1,200 stores spanning 49 states and Puerto Rico, T.J.Maxx helps empower shoppers to be their most unapologetic selves by offering an ever-changing selection of high-quality, on-trend brand name and designer merchandise at an amazing value.
For style tips, inspiration and more, visit us on Instagram at @tjmaxx, TikTok at @tjmaxx, Facebook at facebook.com/tjmaxx, Pinterest at pinterest.com/tjmaxx and Twitter at @tjmaxx. Visit tjmaxx.com or download the T.J.Maxx app to shop online and locate your nearest store.
About Dress for Success
Dress for Success is a global not-for-profit organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Since starting operations in 1997, Dress for Success has expanded to almost 150 cities in 23 countries and has helped more than 1.2 million women work towards self-sufficiency.
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- Aims at leading the global advanced battery market by enforcing its battery material patent rights to promote the development of the industry with global cathode suppliers
SEOUL, South Korea, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Chem aims to enforce its battery material patent rights amid intensifying technological competition with the aim of dominating the global advanced battery market as demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise.
LG Chem today proposed to license out its high-nickel cathode material patent to China-based cathode material suppliers. To that end, LG Chem plans to enforce its patent rights against other global cathode material companies. Licensing refers to a contract in which the patent holder agrees to provide the right to use the patent to a third party and receive royalties in return. This makes it clear that LG Chem will not exclude the possibility of legal actions against any third-party infringers.
The licensing offers were made to companies that mainly operate in the manufacture of high-nickel cathode materials. High-nickel cathodes are essential materials for high-performance EVs as they play a crucial role in increasing the energy density of batteries to extend the driving range.
In March 2022, LG Chem, the world's first producer of nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM) cathode materials, purchased more than 40 patents relating to high-nickel cathode material from Hanyang University, a private research university in Korea. Among them is a key 'orientation patent' that allows the driving range of EVs to increase by 20 to 30 percent, based on the structural characteristic of cathode materials. These patents are widely recognized in the relevant industry as essential to produce high-nickel cathode materials and registered in many countries, including Korea, China, U.S., and Europe.
With this licensing, LG Chem expects to promote the development of the battery material industry with other global cathode material suppliers. By doing so, the company expects to generate new sources of profits as the demand for technology to produce key battery materials, such as high-nickel cathode, is expected to rise. According to SNE Research, a global marketing research firm, the global cathode materials market is forecasted to grow 233% from $35.6 billion this year to $82.9 billion in 2030.
"LG Chem's high-nickel cathode materials patent plays a determinant role in the performance of lithium-ion batteries and is undoubtedly necessary for the advancement of the high-performance EV industry," said an LG Chem official. "We are willing to offer our patent portfolio to battery materials providers worldwide through various types of intellectual property business models."
About LG Chem
LG Chem is a leading global chemical company with a diversified business portfolio in the key areas of petrochemicals, advanced materials, and life sciences. The company manufactures a wide range of products from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials, as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers. LG Chem is committed to reaching carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 by managing the impacts of climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains. Headquartered in Seoul, Korea, LG Chem has multiple operation sites worldwide and generated consolidated revenue of KRW 51.9 trillion (USD 42.1 billion) in 2022. For more information, please visit www.lgchem.com.
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Here are the unofficial results of the Pennsylvania governor’s race and the hotly contested U.S. Senate race between Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Mehmet Oz, along with the House race between Democrat Susan Wild and Republican Lisa Scheller in Pennsylvania’s 7th congressional district on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
The votes will determine which candidates will hold seats in the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives during a key mid-term election cycle. In contests across the nation, Republicans are hoping to gain back control of Congress from Democrats.
The results below, compiled by the Associated Press, will be updated throughout the night, so please check back later or refresh the page to see the latest tallies.
(i) denotes incumbents
Nationally, 35 of the 100 seats in the U.S. Senate and all 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives are up for grabs, as are 36 governor races, including one in Pennsylvania.
Currently, Democrats and the independents who caucus with them hold 50 Senate seats and control the chamber because Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris has the tie-breaking vote. The Democrats also have a narrow House majority, with 220 votes.
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NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — A petition was filed Friday to recall New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell by a former city employee and former mayoral candidate.
The two sponsors of the petition are Belden Batiste and Eileen Carter, listed as chair and vice chair of the motion, respectively. The two say filing the petition isn’t something they want to do, but rather something they feel like they have to do.
In a press conference outside city hall, the two said the ‘city is on fire,’ saying Cantrell hasn’t put New Orleans first and failed to execute the position of mayor. Watch the full press conference in the reader below.
“The mayor she should put the city of New Orleans first,” Batiste told media at a press conference outside City Hall. “She has neglected her duties and there’s a number of issues going on. For instance, look at crime, look at infrastructure. I don’t hate the mayor but at the end, do your job!”
Carter listed 14 reasons they believe the mayor has failed, which included:
- Code enforcement failures.
- Police staffing
- Revenue and tax collection failure
- Issues with water bill prices
- Giving up money through the Wisner Trust
- 911 Software procurement failure
- Smart Cities contract issues
- Waste management problems
- Blight Remediation
- Capital contraction projects
- French Quarter security plan
- City hall relocation
- Target announcement prematurely
- Taking a side in carjacking suspect case
It’s important to note that Batiste ran against then-incumbent Cantrell in the last mayoral race. Carter previously worked with Cantrell and is the sister of former Louisiana state senator Karen Carter-Peterson. During the April 2021 election, Carter-Peterson and Cantrell both endorsed each other in their respective races.
The petition came after several complaints from New Orleanians about the mayor’s travels, court appearances in support of juvenile offenders, and continued sanitation and public safety issues. The Mayor defended these decisions in a press conference earlier this week.
Beldon Batiste was listed on the petition as the chairman, along with Eileen Carter as vice chair. The petition was endorsed by the Secretary of State Friday. The Cantrell Administration declined to comment on the petition.
Before a recall can happen, there are a few requirements necessary:
- All signatures must be handwritten.
- Signatures must be from 20% of the voting population in New Orleans (about 53,000 people)
- Must be completed within 180 days
Once the signatures are collected and rectified, the document will then go to the desk of Governor Edwards for approval. From there a recall election is ordered.
Batiste and Carter say they are confident the requirements are met, claiming they’ve had overwhelming support from the public. When asked if they have a replacement candidate in mind for mayor, they said they wanted to focus on the recall first. We’re told more information is expected to come after Labor Day.
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(The Hill) — NBA legend Dwyane Wade says he and his family moved away from Florida because of the recent wave of anti-LGBTQ laws being passed there, saying his family “would not be accepted” in the state.
During an interview on Showtime’s “Headliners,” Wade explained to host Rachel Nichols that the reason he doesn’t live in Florida anymore is because of the push from state lawmakers to implement anti-LGBTQ laws in the state.
“A lot of people don’t know that. I have to make decisions for my family, not just personal, individual decisions,” Wade told Nichols during the sit-down interview, which is set to air Thursday.
Wade, a three-time NBA champion with the Miami Heat, is the father to 15-year-old Zaya Wade, who came out as transgender in 2020.
“I mean, obviously, the tax [situation] is great. Having Wade County is great. But my family would not be accepted or feel comfortable there. And so that’s one of the reasons why I don’t live there,” Wade told Nichols.
Wade also told Nichols that he tries to follow his father in his own parenting philosophy, saying that he’s just “a mirror image of the way he loved us and the way that he accepted not only myself and my brothers but other kids in the community that didn’t have father figures.”
“And so I don’t know any difference. And so yes, I had to educate myself and, yes, I had to get a better understanding,” the soon-to-be Hall of Fame guard added. “And yes, I had to lose some friends along the process, but I never wavered on loving my kids and trying to find space to get the chance to understand them.”
Florida state lawmakers and officials, including Gov. Ron DeSantis (R), have pushed a number of anti-LGBTQ policies in recent years. Among these is the Parental Rights in Education law, better known as “Don’t Say Gay,” which banned public school teachers from instructing students in kindergarten through third grade on sexual orientation and gender identity. The Florida Board of Education approved an expansion of the law earlier this month that will extend restrictions on such instruction through high school.
Wade’s comments come as he, along with his wife, actress Gabrielle Union-Wade, called for increased visibility and advocacy to protect the rights and lives of Black transgender people during their President’s Award acceptance speech at the annual NAACP Image Awards earlier this year.
“Even as we demand equality at the top of our lungs, we consistently fail to extend our advocacy to protect some of our most vulnerable among us,” the couple said during their speech. “Black trans people are being targeted, terrorized and hunted in this country. Everyday. Everywhere.” | https://www.koin.com/news/dwyane-wade-says-his-family-left-florida-because-they-would-not-be-accepted-there/ | 2023-04-27 19:48:22 | 1 | https://www.koin.com/news/dwyane-wade-says-his-family-left-florida-because-they-would-not-be-accepted-there/ |
Michael Curry, the presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church, said Thursday that he had tested positive for COVID-19.
Curry, who in 2015 became the first African American leader of the denomination, said he will participate in upcoming events either remotely or through pre-recorded messages.
“So far, I have mild symptoms, but I would appreciate your prayers for an uneventful and swift recovery,” he said in a statement.
Curry, 69, described himself as “fully vaccinated and boosted.”
“I am grateful for the scientific advances of vaccines and antiviral treatments that help prevent serious illness and death,” he said. “I encourage you to talk to your doctor about receiving all vaccinations and boosters for which you are eligible.”
Among Curry’s recent high-profile appearances was a Sept. 21 service at Washington National Cathedral honoring the life of Queen Elizabeth II. Curry delivered the homily.
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(The Hill) – I began to wonder if this trip to a pediatric urgent care with my son was even necessary.
Sure, he had been diagnosed with pneumonia a week ago and didn’t seem to be getting better. His cough sounded uglier. But here Ethan was in classic two-and-a-half-year-old mode: running in big circles around the waiting room chairs and causing the kind of ruckus only a toddler can.
He’d stuff some Pirate’s Booty I had hastily thrown into my purse in his mouth, before returning to his wild banshee ways and dashing around in circles again.
Our pediatrician said their office was too swamped with sick kids to see us, and referred us to this place. We had been told the wait to see a doctor would be a minimum of an hour. We struggled to find a seat in the packed waiting room as far as possible from other coughing kids.
We finally graduated from the waiting room to the doctor’s office, only for Ethan to continue his marathon by scooting a rolling chair back and forth, roaring with laughter every time it hit the examining table. When the physician walked in, I felt like I needed to defend wasting her time with this visit with my seemingly A-OK, albeit destructive, son.
But Ethan wasn’t OK.
The doctor listened to his chest with her stethoscope and didn’t like what she heard: wheezing, some crackling.
She showed me how Ethan’s Pirate’s Booty-stuffed stomach moved heavily each time he inhaled and exhaled.
They had Ethan complete a nebulizer treatment in the office, which meant slipping a device on his face that resembled an oxygen mask, while medicated air meant to open up his lungs flowed through a frightfully loud machine. I held him in my lap while the nebulizer was on, scrambling to find 100 different versions of “Wheels on the Bus” videos on YouTube to try to distract him from the vacuum-like whirring of the machine.
The doctor listened to his lungs again. His breathing still didn’t sound great, but she said the hospitals were too inundated right now.
I knew all too well what she meant. A few days before our urgent care visit, I had flagged a report for editors at The Hill that said children’s hospitals in the Washington area were at capacity, flooded with young kids suffering from RSV, a potentially life-threatening respiratory illness that has no vaccine.
After a three-hour visit, she gave Ethan a steroid and told us to follow up with his pediatrician the next day.
By the time we got to the pediatrician’s office the following morning, my happy-go-lucky, playful little guy was anything but. He curled up in my lap, as we went through a similar routine that the urgent care doctor had done just the night before. His oxygen levels were too low, and our pediatrician had him do another nebulizer treatment.
“Our goal is to keep you from going to the hospital,” our pediatrician told us.
It seemed like an unusual “goal” from a doctor, but I understood her reasoning. But after Ethan’s oxygen levels dipped lower still after the nebulizer, she said we should rush him straight to the hospital after all.
My “Blue’s Clues” and vehicle-obsessed son, usually the epitome of toddler “I can do it myself!” independence, wouldn’t let me put him down for even a moment as we waited in the emergency room lobby. Surprisingly, a separate waiting area in the ER just for children wasn’t completely full, and I wondered if maybe news reports of endless waits were overblown.
Not so.
“He’s so cute,” a young mother in the waiting room told me, as she motioned to Ethan’s head of curls. She cradled her two-month-old in her arms, patiently rocking the baby after telling me she had waited three hours so far.
I held Ethan as my husband rushed from work to the hospital, meeting us there and with us as we were brought to an ER triage area. They ran more oxygen tests on Ethan, got some of his history, and then sent us back to the waiting room.
Finally, they called Ethan’s name and we were in the ER. My vibrant, otherwise-healthy kid was lethargic, laying on me with a glazed look in his eyes. We struggled to fit the two of us on an exam table meant for a single adult. They draped a lead apron over me and Ethan as they took X-rays of his tiny lungs. The nurse placed a cannula in Ethan’s nose for supplemental oxygen and put an IV in his arm to give him fluids, before wrapping it with a diaper so he wouldn’t try to take out the tube.
My husband and I, loopy from what was happening, laughed at the sight of a diaper being used MacGyver-style. “Hey, it works!” the nurse said, explaining that he’d done the maneuver with kid after kid in recent weeks.
The ER doctor finally came in our room and delivered a crash course in what might be to come. “Everywhere is full. The entire Eastern seaboard,” he said of hospitals.
“We’ve been airlifting kids to Pittsburgh, sometimes to Richmond,” he added. This hospital had a pediatric unit, but not an intensive care geared towards kids. So if Ethan’s condition became even more dire, they wouldn’t be able to treat him there. Our only hope was that the pediatric unit, which had just a few remaining beds, accepted him.
It was a gut punch. As the doctor left, my husband looked at Ethan, who had fallen asleep with a mask on as the nebulizer loudly buzzed away for another treatment.
“He’s just a baby. He’s not supposed to be here,” my husband said, defeated.
The pediatric unit doctor finally came into our room. She examined Ethan, and briefed us on how they’ve been dealing with case after case of the same thing: RSV.
But she offered us hope: he could head to the pediatric unit at the hospital. We wouldn’t need to travel for his care, as long as he didn’t worsen. Ten hours after we first entered the hospital, we had a bed for Ethan.
We’re among the lucky ones. We were told beyond airlifting, plenty of families had been spending multiple nights in the ER because there were no beds.
In Maryland, Gov. Larry Hogan (R) announced last week that hospitals would receive $25 million in additional funding from the state to prioritize pediatric intensive care unit staffing. Children from birth to age two comprised 57 percent of hospitalizations last week, according to Hogan’s office.
Next to the ghost decorations for Halloween adorning the doors of the pediatric unit, room after room had the same notice taped up: isolation guidelines. The rooms were all filled with kids facing the exact same thing as Ethan. RSV was everywhere.
There’s no cure for RSV. Every two hours on the dot, the nurses would give Ethan the nebulizer treatment.
New research announced by Pfizer showed vaccinating pregnant women helped protect their newborns from the common but scary respiratory virus that fills hospitals with wheezing babies each fall. (CDC via AP)
A monitor affixed to his foot would alert nurses if his oxygen dipped dangerously low, which it did several times throughout the first night. I thought at one point to ask what happens if Ethan stopped responding to the treatments, but then didn’t ask because I didn’t want to know the answer.
The goal was to get him going without the need for additional oxygen, and breathing well for at least four hours between treatments, two times in a row.
That seemingly simple goal proved elusive for two full days. I originally thought it would be a nightmare trying to get a two-year-old to stay in a hospital bed for more than five minutes, but Ethan was in such bad shape that he barely made a fuss. Then, after midnight on our second night in the hospital, Ethan suddenly perked up.
He sat up and rolled over in the hospital bed. Then, he rolled onto my head, spreading his arms and legs out as far as he could stretch, and giggled.
“Should I sleep here?” he said, cracking himself up.
It was like someone hit the power button on my kid, and suddenly he snapped back to himself. I didn’t care that it was midnight and we needed to get some extremely interrupted sleep before the next nebulizer treatment. My son was back.
A nurse later told me that she enjoyed working with kids because for as quickly as their health can deteriorate, they can just as speedily bounce back.
After that, the doctor advised us to try stretching out his time between treatments. Finally, we were told he was stable enough to go home. I somehow hadn’t shed a tear the entire time we were at the hospital, but when the doctor signed off on us leaving, I bawled.
As nightmarish an experience as it was, I realize how incredibly fortunate my family is.
My husband and I have jobs that allowed us to drop everything when our son needed help, we have health insurance policies, and resources to get through spending days at the hospital.
Perhaps most importantly, we had access to an incredible team of doctors and nurses and the sheer fortune of being able to get a bed for our son during an unprecedented and unthinkable time for hospitals.
At the risk of repeating one of those parenting cliches that I would’ve rolled my eyes at a week ago, I’m thankful that I trusted my gut. Even when Ethan was being a wild child at urgent care, I knew something just wasn’t right. What I didn’t know was how much he had been struggling to breathe.
At the hospital after being discharged, Ethan and I waited in the lobby as my husband went to get our car from the parking lot to pick us up. Ethan spotted some empty wheelchairs in the corner of the lobby, and immediately ran over to them. He giggled as he tried to roll one of the chairs into the automatic opening and closing doors. As I looked on as he laughed and laughed at the pint-sized commotion he created, I breathed a sigh of relief. | https://www.qcnews.com/nexstar-media-wire/a-mothers-harrowing-rsv-story-ends-with-a-simple-lesson/ | 2022-11-05 00:46:14 | 1 | https://www.qcnews.com/nexstar-media-wire/a-mothers-harrowing-rsv-story-ends-with-a-simple-lesson/ |
The Medly Pharmacy in Santa Fe remains open for business despite parent company Medly Health filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last week in Delaware.
In the bankruptcy filing, Medly CEO Richard Willis noted the intention to sell the Pharmaca business line of 22 stores.
Medly Health, a 2017 digital pharmacy startup with pharmacies in New York City, Philadelphia and Somerville, N.J., that touts same-day delivery of medications, acquired the 28-store, Boulder, Colo.-based Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy in the third quarter of 2021.
The Pharmaca in Santa Fe, 530 Cordova Road, was rebranded as Medly in May, bringing with it a store remodel that moved the pharmacy portion of the store.
“We’re still open,” Santa Fe store manager Glenn Neil said, declining to field any other questions.
Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy launched in in 2000 and opened in Santa Fe in December 2004. Santa Fe was Pharmaca’s 11th store in a former Lowe’s Supermarket location.
Pharmaca CEO Richard Willis became Medly’s CEO in the merger. Medly founder Marg Patel quietly stepped aside in summer, and in August about 1,100 of 1,900 Medly employees were laid off.
The bankruptcy filing mentioned a failure to obtain a $100 million loan to cover debts listed as between $100 million and $500 million, the Daily Camera newspaper in Boulder reported.
MedPharmaca Holdings Inc. intends to offer an $18.5 million opening bid at a bankruptcy auction for nearly all of Medly’s assets, including the former Pharmaca stores. | https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/medly-health-files-for-bankruptcy-santa-fe-medly-pharmacy-remains-open/article_59fb3010-7b37-11ed-800b-57bbc08fd540.html | 2022-12-14 03:35:06 | 1 | https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/medly-health-files-for-bankruptcy-santa-fe-medly-pharmacy-remains-open/article_59fb3010-7b37-11ed-800b-57bbc08fd540.html |
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My list of the best movies of 2022 is still in the works. In the meantime, I figured a list of my favorite movie performances this year would be easier to compile. I was wrong, of course — not just because there are always more actors than movies to choose from, but also because actors so often do great work even in less-than-great movies.
In trying to sort through my favorites, I was reminded of how many terrific performances this year were given in tandem, by two lead actors who forged the kind of on-screen bond that goes beyond mere chemistry or rapport. I was reminded of this further when the British Independent Film Awards recently instituted a new category, best joint lead performance. It’s an inspired decision that acknowledges just how often excellence happens in pairs — not that you’d necessarily know it from some of this year’s more ridiculous Oscar campaigns, which like to bend the definitions of “lead” and “supporting” to suit their own convenience.
To suggest that, say, Carey Mulligan is of secondary importance to Zoe Kazan in the woefully underseen “She Said” — or that Brendan Gleeson is somehow supporting Colin Farrell in “The Banshees of Inisherin” — speaks to the mind-set of awards-hungry distributors reluctant to pit actors of the same gender directly against each other. Here it may be worth noting that BIFA is one of several organizations (including the Los Angeles Film Critics Assn., of which I’m a member) that opted to switch to gender-neutral acting categories this year, another welcome if not uncontroversial departure from awards-season orthodoxies.
It was another weird year. This is the music, movies, theater, books, television and art that got us through.
To accommodate as many personal favorites as possible (while still leaving out far too many), my own list features 20 actors who did extraordinary work this year. The first 10 stand alone; the second 10 are organized as co-leads.
Here are the first 10, listed in alphabetical order:
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Cate Blanchett, ‘Tár’
For an actor who has incarnated English and Elvish royalty, impersonated Bob Dylan and Katharine Hepburn, and won an Oscar for channeling Ruth Madoff by way of Blanche DuBois, the role of a world-famous classical conductor might not seem the height of difficulty. But difficulty, always a misleading measure of acting greatness, has nothing to do with Lydia Tár’s allure. Plenty of actors could have studied piano, conducting and German to the level of technical fluency Blanchett achieves here; few could have invested Lydia Tár with the same otherworldly magnetism. This towering musical genius and ruthless manipulator comes to us fully formed; we hang on her every public and private word, her every flick of the pen and baton. And as Lydia’s world begins to crumble and her hold on reality falters, Blanchett somehow pulls us closer still, refusing to soft-pedal the character’s monstrosity — or her magnificence.
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Dolly de Leon, ‘Triangle of Sadness’
Ruben Östlund’s poopy-pukey Palme d’Or winner divided critics, as any self-respecting provocation should. But few disputed the strengths of his actors, particularly Harris Dickinson and the late Charlbi Dean, who died a few months after “Triangle of Sadness” premiered. The revelation of the ensemble was De Leon, a veteran of the Filipino stage, as Abigail, a lowly cruise worker who survives a shipwreck and experiences two startling reversals of fortune. It’s De Leon who becomes the emotional fulcrum of Östlund’s topsy-turvy class satire, the one who exposes the hypocrisy of a world where people are valued solely according to their utility. Her performance is a triumphant rejection of that logic — lusty, commanding, hilarious and finally heartbreaking.
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Danielle Deadwyler, ‘Till’
The impulse to wrest redemption from tragedy runs the risk of trivializing it, even when that tragedy is as historically monumental as the murder of Emmett Till. But by focusing on Mamie Till-Mobley and her clear-eyed activism in the wake of her son’s death, the director Chinonye Chukwu chooses not an easy way out but a principled corrective — one that would resonate less forcefully without the intelligence and gravity of Deadwyler’s performance. Deadwyler conveys the crushing weight of Mamie’s devastation, the kind that makes living another day seem impossible. But she doesn’t just show Mamie feeling; she also shows her thinking, wrestling with voices within and without, weighing the personal cost and the public benefit of every word she speaks. It takes a great actor to withstand a gaze like Chukwu’s, let alone direct that gaze back at the audience with the same unflinching power.
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Colin Farrell, ‘After Yang’ and ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’
I could have easily slipped Farrell and Brendan Gleeson onto my co-lead list for “The Banshees of Inisherin,” so pleasurable and persuasive is their endless war of wills. But Farrell had such a remarkable 2022 (I could’ve easily listed “Thirteen Lives” and “The Batman”) that I would have been remiss not to single him out. Good as he is in “Inisherin” as a small-town farmer who can’t handle rejection, I like him even better in “After Yang,” in which he’s quietly affecting as a grieving family man navigating a morally uncertain dystopian frontier. You could hardly imagine two more different characters, but united by Farrell’s hangdog poignancy, they can’t help but emerge as brothers under the skin, both clinging fiercely to memories of better days in the face of unthinkable loss.
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Daniel Giménez Cacho, ‘Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths’
Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s labyrinthine semi-autobiographical fantasia isn’t the easiest movie to love or even to navigate. But as a journalist, documentary filmmaker and thinly veiled Iñárritu stand-in named Silverio Gama, Giménez Cacho proves an indispensable guide. With his bone-dry wit and grizzled good looks, he projects a world-weary charisma that can’t help but flatter his subject. But he also gives the kind of deftly underplayed, physically nimble turn that’s all too easy to overlook. Amid all the strange visions and memories swirling around him, it’s Giménez Cacho who must serve as the movie’s stabilizing presence, its coolly reactive center. And the center holds, beautifully: You believe Silverio, whether he’s staring down an ancient ghost, arguing with his teenage son or mourning an unshakable loss.
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Mia Goth, ‘Pearl’
“X,” a languid homage to old-school ’70s porn and slasher flicks, was the richer of the two Goth-starring, Ti West-directed thrillers released this year. But it was in “Pearl,” a cleverly deranged prequel set six decades earlier, that Goth delivered the bolder, gutsier performance. Like a mash-up of Dorothy Gale, Carrie White and Norman Bates trapped in a radiant Technicolor fairy tale, Pearl longs to escape but also lusts for blood, and Goth nails those twin desires with a conviction that’s only magnified by West’s wildly stylized framing. With her red-lipped rictus grin, her eyes that can beam with earnestness one minute and deaden with murderous resignation the next, Goth makes a sublime demon, but she’s also a creature of irreducible pathos. “I’m a star!” she screams at the moment her dreams are ground into dust — and who would be foolish enough to argue?
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Lee Hye-young, ‘In Front of Your Face’ and ‘The Novelist’s Film’
Lee was a fixture of the Korean screen in the 1980s and ’90s, and her two recent performances for the writer-director Hong Sang-soo constitute one of this year’s great comeback stories. One of them, “In Front of Your Face,” winkingly overlaps with her personal experience: Her character, Sang-ok, is a long-dormant actor eyeing a possible return to the screen, for reasons known to her and her alone. In “The Novelist’s Film,” she plays a successful author, Jun-hee, who’s looking to try her hand at writing a short film. Despite their shared sense of creative possibility, the two women are utterly distinct — Sang-ok is gentler and more open to the moment, while the more aggressive Jun-hee bends circumstances to her will — but Lee invests them both with great delicacy, acerbic wit and a laugh that can convey both scorn and sorrow. (The comeback continues: Keep an eye out next year for her superb latest collaboration with Hong, “Walk Up.”)
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Jack Lowden, ‘Benediction’
The English veteran and war poet Siegfried Sassoon isn’t the kind of famed biopic subject who inspires acclaim for how perfectly a performer has nailed his appearance or speech patterns. But in Terence Davies’ achingly sympathetic portrait of a writer wrestling with his art, faith and sexuality, the astoundingly versatile Lowden (“Fighting With My Family,” “Dunkirk”) brings us into intimate communion with someone we instinctively recognize: a man whose gift for language makes his reputation and brings him into a circle of friends and lovers, but can’t shield him from the anguish of rejection and loss. Lowden’s own gift is for making hesitation both legible and compelling; his Siegfried is a wordsmith but not always the most outspoken man in a room, a passionate lover and fierce antiwar protester who doesn’t always know what he wants. His emotional disintegration in the final moments is a shattering benediction indeed.
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Anamaria Vartolomei, ‘Happening’
The particular urgency of Audrey Diwan’s searing adaptation of Annie Ernaux’s novel stems from its evocation of a time and place, 1960s France, whose laws forbidding abortion are clearly far from a thing of the past. But you feel the urgency most acutely in Vartolomei’s extraordinarily eloquent, often wordless performance as Anne, a young woman who seeks to terminate her pregnancy, and who refuses to succumb to hopelessness even at her moment of gravest despair. Vartolomei’s piercing eyes register every diminishing, inevitably gendered slight, whether it comes from the judgmental women in her school dorm or the scornful male doctor who throws her out of his office. These are cruel setbacks. But as we can see from the determination in Anne’s step and her utter refusal of the shame that society tries to heap upon her, they are not the end of her story.
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Michelle Yeoh, ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
Frenetic by design but also to a fault, Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert’s inventive multiverse-spanning action extravaganza isn’t an unequivocal triumph. Yeoh’s performance, however, very much is. As the many, many different faces of Evelyn — and not just faces but bodies, all of them in glorious motion — Yeoh revels in the dazzling martial-arts prowess that has made her one of Asia’s biggest action stars, but she also demonstrates the emotional agility — and delicacy — that her audiences and critics have often taken for granted. For that reason, I could’ve easily slotted her and the terrific, resurgent Ke Huy Quan among my favorite co-leads, given not only how superbly and contrapuntally their performances fit together. But in the end, this is Yeoh’s movie, and she stands — and kicks and chops and leaps and soars — alone.
The next 10: Brian d’Arcy James, “The Cathedral”; Eden Dambrine, “Close”; Rebecca Hall, “Resurrection”; Bill Nighy, “Living”; Aubrey Plaza, “Emily the Criminal”; Jeremy Pope, “The Inspection”; Andrea Riseborough, “To Leslie”; Franz Rogowski, “Great Freedom”; Léa Seydoux, “One Fine Morning”; Maya Vanderbeque, “Playground.”
And here, in alphabetical order by movie title, are the best co-lead performances of 2022:
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Frankie Corio and Paul Mescal, ‘Aftersun’
Charlotte Wells’ memory piece tells the story of a girl and her dad on a quietly life-changing summer vacation. It’s a fragmentary story, filtered through layers of imprecise recollection and unresolvable longing. But Mescal (“Normal People,” “God’s Creatures”), with his boyish vibes and flinty gaze, and Corio, an astonishing 12-year-old discovery, make profound sense of their characters’ fast-changing bond without spelling out every nuance. It’s the most believably low-key father-daughter relationship the movies have given us recently, and also the most wrenching.
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Park Hae-il and Tang Wei, ‘Decision to Leave’
Park Chan-wook’s “Vertigo”-kissed detective thriller is such an extravagantly detailed piece of filmmaking that you may not even notice the actors at first. But as a whip-smart police detective and the beautiful femme fatale who upends his life, Park Hae-il and Tang Wei perform the year’s most subtly riveting dance of desire. Watch the movie again — it’s built for repeat swoonings — and catch the confusion and desire wrestling beneath his professional veneer, and the tenderness beneath her siren-song magnetism. They give this tale of thwarted longing its human pulse and its devastating payoff.
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Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall, ‘Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.’
You can all but smell the desperation wafting off Lee-Curtis and Trinitie Childs, two scandal-ridden prosperity-gospel hucksters trying to salvage their Black megachurch empire in Adamma Ebo’s formally slippery satire. But beneath the bright-colored suits and pricey church-lady hats, Brown and Hall locate one of the year’s most searingly intimate marriage stories, in which what looks like a pitiful attempt at damage control becomes its own anguished — and in its way, admirable — declaration of faith. Brown wittily masters the art of pastoral bluster; Hall is simply stunning as a woman who sees the painful truth about her marriage — and defies anyone to criticize her for sticking it out.
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N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan, ‘RRR’
S.S. Rajamouli’s ferociously entertaining anti-colonialist blockbuster has infectious dance sequences, outrageous stunts and computer-generated wild tigers, none of which would be half as engaging without Charan and Rao’s ride-or-die bromantic chemistry. Any individual set-piece would have qualified them for this list, whether it’s the daringly acrobatic rescue mission that first brings Bheem (Rao) and Raju (Charan) together, their spellbinding “Naatu Naatu” song-and-dance number or the moment their bodies all but fuse into one ruthlessly efficient killing machine.
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Dario Argento and Françoise Lebrun, ‘Vortex’
Pitiless yet tender, Gaspar Noé’s latest split-screen death trip follows an aging, ailing Parisian couple through their final days. His two superb leads — Argento the legendary Italian horror director, Lebrun the luminous French star of “The Mother and the Whore” — are themselves expressions of purest cinephilia. They’re also wrenchingly persuasive as two people entering the void — and watching as life, love and memory slip away.
The next five: Juliette Binoche and Vincent Lindon, “Both Sides of the Blade”; Tilda Swinton and Tilda Swinton, “The Eternal Daughter”; Daniel Craig and Janelle Monáe, “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery”; Emma Thompson and Daryl McCormack, “Good Luck to You, Leo Grande”; Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer, “Nope.” | https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2022-12-04/best-2022-movie-performances | 2022-12-04 14:19:21 | 0 | https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2022-12-04/best-2022-movie-performances |
INDIANAPOLIS — IMPD is asking for the public's help in finding a man who was last seen on the city's east side.
Police said 60-year-old Paul Harlan was last seen Wednesday, May 5 in the 4500 block of East Washington Street, near Emerson Avenue.
Harlan is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs 150 pounds, and has red hair and blue eyes.
Police said Harlan has been diagnosed with several medical conditions and might need medical attention.
According to police, Harlan may be lost and not know how to return home on his own.
Anyone with information on Harlan's whereabouts is asked to call 911, IMPD Missing Persons Det. J. Burton at 317-327-6160, or Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317-262-8477.
Amber Alert vs. Silver Alert: What's the difference?
There are specific standards a person's disappearance must meet in order for police to declare an Amber Alert or a Silver Alert.
Amber Alerts are for children under the age of 18 who are believed to have been abducted and in danger. Police also need to have information about a suspect and their car to issue an Amber Alert.
Silver Alerts are for missing and endangered adults or children. They are much more common for missing people. It was not until last year when the standards for Silver Alerts were expanded to include children.
In both situations, these alerts must be issued by police. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/missing-indianapolis-man-east-side-paul-harlan/531-d77a077d-2463-45fd-9838-9c03c77e3404 | 2023-05-12 18:07:06 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/missing-indianapolis-man-east-side-paul-harlan/531-d77a077d-2463-45fd-9838-9c03c77e3404 |
PLANO, Texas, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dogness (International) Corporation ("Dogness" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: DOGZ), a developer and manufacturer of a comprehensive line of Dogness-branded, OEM and private label pet products, today announced that on December 2, 2022, it received a letter from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq"), notifying the Company that it is currently not in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement set forth under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) because the closing bid price of the Company's Class A common shares was below $1.00 per share for 30 consecutive trading days. This press release is issued pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(b), which requires prompt disclosure of receipt of a deficiency notification. The notification has no immediate effect on the listing of the Company's Class A common shares, which will continue to trade uninterrupted on Nasdaq under the ticker "DOGZ".
Pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(A), the Company has a compliance period of 180 calendar days, or until May 31, 2023 (the "Compliance Period"), to regain compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement. If at any time during the Compliance Period, the closing bid price per share of the Company's Class A common shares is at least $1.00 for a minimum of 10 consecutive trading days, Nasdaq will provide the Company a written confirmation of compliance and the matter will be closed.
In the event the Company does not regain compliance with the minimum bid price requirement by May 31, 2023, the Company may be eligible for an additional 180 calendar day grace period.
About Dogness
Dogness (International) Corporation was founded in 2003 from the belief that dogs and cats are important, well-loved family members. Through its smart products, hygiene products, health and wellness products, and leash products, Dogness' technology simplifies pet lifestyles and enhances the relationship between pets and pet caregivers. The Company ensures industry-leading quality through its fully integrated vertical supply chain and world-class research and development capabilities, which has resulted in over 200 patents and patents pending. Dogness products reach families worldwide through global chain stores and distributors. For more information, please visit: ir.dogness.com.
Forward Looking Statements
No statement made in this press release should be interpreted as an offer to purchase or sell any security. Such an offer can only be made in accordance with the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and applicable state securities laws. Certain statements in this press release concerning our future growth prospects are forward-looking statements regarding our future business expectations intended to qualify for the "safe harbor" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties regarding lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on our customers' businesses and end purchasers' disposable income, our ability to raise capital on any particular terms, fulfillment of customer orders, fluctuations in earnings, fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, our ability to manage growth, our ability to realize revenue from expanded operation and acquired assets in China and the U.S., our ability to attract and retain highly skilled professionals, client concentration, industry segment concentration, reduced demand for technology in our key focus areas, our ability to successfully complete and integrate potential acquisitions, and unauthorized use of our intellectual property and general economic conditions affecting our industry. Additional risks that could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States Securities and Exchange Commission filings. These filings are available at www.sec.gov. Dogness may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. In addition, please note that any forward-looking statements contained herein are based on assumptions that we believe to be reasonable as of the date of this press release. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.
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For many college freshmen, it’s the first time they will embark on their own, moving away from friends and family, having to make their own decisions about what to eat.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Ilana Mulhstein, MS, joined Guest Host, Maggie Rodriguez, on the global health and wellness show, Bloom, with meal prepping tips for college and beyond, including a quick and easy deconstructed PB&J snack recipe.
You can watch Bloom in the Tampa Bay Market weekdays at 2pm on WFLA News Channel 8.
Bloom is now part of DBTV Network, seen in over 300 million households worldwide, including Roku TV, and Amazon Fire.
Bloom also airs in 40 markets across the country, with a reach of approximately 36 million households, and in Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and Madison, WI. | https://www.wfla.com/bloom/meal-prepping-for-college-and-beyond/ | 2023-03-21 19:19:58 | 1 | https://www.wfla.com/bloom/meal-prepping-for-college-and-beyond/ |
Overnight rescue dig saves toddler trapped in Thai well
BANGKOK (AP) — An overnight rescue operation has successfully retrieved a 19-month-old girl from a dry artesian well shaft, 18 hours after she fell into the hole at a cassava farm in northern Thailand. Rescuers clapped and cheered as the toddler, the daughter of migrant workers from Myanmar, was pulled out of the 49-foot-deep shaft Tuesday and taken to a waiting ambulance. Rescuers dug overnight alongside the pit, about 12 inches wide. The operation was delicate because the digging risked collapsing the sides of the well onto the child. The girl was reported to be tired but otherwise in good shape after being taken to hospital. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2023/02/07/overnight-rescue-dig-saves-toddler-trapped-in-thai-well/ | 2023-02-07 12:50:09 | 1 | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2023/02/07/overnight-rescue-dig-saves-toddler-trapped-in-thai-well/ |
The Saints’ maneuvers to get under the salary cap ahead of Wednesday’s deadline will include reworking defensive end Cam Jordan’s contract.
Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Jordan and the Saints have agreed to alterations that will create $10 million in cap space. Jordan had a base salary of $13 million in the final year of his current pact, but there are three void years to spread out the cap hit.
The Saints restructured a number of other contracts in recent weeks as they worked to get compliant with the cap. They also agreed to sign quarterback Derek Carr to a deal that will eat up some of that space.
Jordan has spent his entire 12-year career in New Orleans. He had 66 tackles, 8.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles last season. | https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/saints-free-up-cap-space-by-reworking-cam-jordans-contract | 2023-06-30 23:11:33 | 1 | https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/saints-free-up-cap-space-by-reworking-cam-jordans-contract |
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — The new chair of Disney World’s revamped governing body said Wednesday that new supervisors had good intentions about collaborating with the company after they were appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, so it was “shameful” when Disney signed agreements with their predecessors stripping them of most of their authority.
“Our board wanted to work with Disney, but Disney decided they didn’t want to work with us. It was Disney’s way or the highway,” Martin Garcia, chair of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, said at the start of a board meeting.
In response, he had a warning about what the DeSantis-appointed supervisors who now oversee Disney World’s vast Florida holdings might try to achieve in an evolving showdown between the governor and Disney: “Nothing is off the table at this point.”
Among the changes board members made Wednesday were eliminating a planning agency and making the board responsible for future planning. They also said that in the future, they might consider acquiring more land under eminent domain, monetizing the district’s assets to pay off debt, banning COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates, asserting the board’s “superior authority” over the district and exploring new zoning for the construction of affordable housing for Disney workers on Disney World property.
Disney World required masks and had social distancing protocols in place in 2020 when it reopened after closing for several months in an effort to stop COVID-19’s spread. DeSantis has been a fierce opponent of virus mask and vaccine mandates and has petitioned the state Supreme Court to convene a grand jury to investigate “any and all wrongdoing” with respect to the COVID-19 vaccines.
Disney last year also announced plans to donate almost 80 acres (32 hectares) for the construction of 1,300 affordable housing units by a third-party developer.
Wednesday’s meeting continued a battle pitting prospective presidential candidate DeSantis and Republican state lawmakers against Disney that started last year when the entertainment giant publicly opposed what critics call the state’s “Don’t Say Gay” legislation barring school instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade. In retaliation, Florida lawmakers passed, and DeSantis signed, legislation reorganizing Disney World’s company-controlled government, allowing the governor to appoint the five members of the Board of Supervisors. Disney previously had controlled the board for its 55-year existence.
Last month, the new DeSantis-appointees claimed their Disney-controlled predecessors pulled a fast one by stripping the new board of most powers and giving Disney control over design and construction at the theme park resort before the new members could take their seats.
At Wednesday’s meeting, Garcia said the new supervisors last week discovered another “11th-hour agreement” between Disney and the previous supervisors that allows the company to set its own utility rates.
DeSantis and state lawmakers ratcheted up the pressure on Disney on Monday by proposing upcoming legislation that would require state inspections of Disney rides, which would be an unprecedented move since Florida’s largest theme park operators have been able to conduct their own inspections. The lawmakers also plan to consider legislation that would revoke the agreements between the previous board supervisors and Disney.
Republican state Sen. Blaise Ingoglia said he had a message for Disney: “You are not going to win this fight. This governor is.”
Disney has said all agreements made with the previous board were legal and approved in a public forum.
Disney CEO Bob Iger earlier this month said that any actions against the company that threaten jobs or expansion at its Florida resort was not only “anti-business” but “anti-Florida.”
The new supervisors have hired a team of high-powered lawyers that includes a former Florida Supreme Court justice to possibly challenge the agreements between Disney and the old board. At Wednesday’s meeting, the attorneys outlined their arguments for why the deals were illegal, claiming they weren’t properly noticed and were self-dealing. They also said a district can’t confer governmental powers to a private entity.
“Disney engaged in a caper worthy of Scrooge McDuck,” said David Thompson, one of the attorneys.
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Delaware scuba team pulls decades old car from lake
The vehicle had not been reported missing or stolen
A scuba unit with the Delaware State Police recovered a vehicle from the bottom of a creek on Monday.
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) had contacted state police about assisting with a 1994 Hyundai Elantra from Broad Creek in southwestern Delaware.
The Hyundai was recovered from approximately 16 feet of water, police said.
BIDEN SPOTTED AT DELAWARE BEACH AFTER SCARCITY SCARE
Police said the vehicle has not been reported missing or stolen.
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MIAMI (AP) — NFL free agent Odell Beckham Jr. was removed by police from an aircraft before takeoff at Miami International Airport after officials said he failed to respond to requests to buckle his seatbelt and appeared to be unconscious, police and airline officials said Sunday.
“Fearing that Mr. Beckham was seriously ill, and that his condition would worsen through the expected 5 hour flight, (flight crew members) called for police and fire rescue,” Miami Dade Police Officer Luis Sierra said in a statement following the 9:30 a.m. Sunday incident.
“As they tried to wake (Beckham) to fasten his seat belt, he appeared to be coming in and out of consciousness,” the statement said.
American Airlines representative Alfredo Garduno confirmed that flight 1228 to Los Angeles returned to the gate before takeoff “due to a customer failing to follow crew members’ instructions and refusing to fasten their seat belt.”
Carlos Gauna, a passenger in business class, said he recognized Beckham before boarding the flight and later used his cellphone camera to record him walking through the airport terminal with police. He said Beckham had been seated in first class.
“He just walked quietly. Police escorted him out,” Gauna said, adding that the flight was full and he heard “grumblings” among other passengers.
Gauna, a filmmaker, was returning home to Camarillo, California, near Los Angeles, after more than two weeks documenting sharks in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Brazil.
He said the aircraft was taxiing toward takeoff when the captain announced “a situation with a passenger” required a return to the terminal. Gauna said an ambulance arrived and paramedics boarded the aircraft and spoke with Beckham before police removed him.
The other passengers re-boarded and the flight departed later for Los Angeles, where Gauna spoke with The Associated Press
A Twitter post attributed to Beckham appeared to refer to the incident, saying, “Never in my life have I experienced what just happened to me,” and adding with a misspelling that he had “seen it alll.”
Police said Beckham “was escorted to the non-secure area of the terminal by the officers where he made other arrangements.”
Sierra did not immediately respond to questions about whether Beckham had been arrested or was cited for a criminal offense.
Beckham, 30, is a three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver who has been a free agent since helping the Los Angeles Rams win the Super Bowl last February. He caught a touchdown pass before tearing a knee ligament in that 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.
Beckham has been reported to be near a return to the league and the Dallas Cowboys have said they want to sign him.
Several other teams are expected to pursue Beckham, who had been at the center of controversy in previous stops with the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns. | https://www.texomashomepage.com/sports/ap-former-la-rams-star-odell-beckham-taken-off-plane-in-miami/ | 2022-11-28 04:52:47 | 1 | https://www.texomashomepage.com/sports/ap-former-la-rams-star-odell-beckham-taken-off-plane-in-miami/ |
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MISSION, Kan. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids on Tuesday sought a third term representing her Kansas City-area swing district as Republicans hoped midterm momentum would oust the lone Democrat in Kansas' congressional delegation.
Davids faced a rematch with Amanda Adkins, her Republican challenger from 2020, after GOP-led redistricting made the 3rd District tougher for Davids. Like other GOP congressional candidates, Adkins focused on crime, high inflation and other pocketbook issues and tried to link the Democratic incumbent to President Joe Biden.
While Davids highlighted federal funding for local projects and efforts to lower prescription drug costs, she and fellow Democrats aggressively attacked Adkins on abortion. Adkins supported a proposed anti-abortion amendment to the Kansas Constitution that voters statewide decisively rejected in August, while Davids opposed it.
Davids was the first lesbian Native American in Congress and is a lawyer and former mixed martial arts fighter. She ousted four-term GOP incumbent Kevin Yoder in the 2018 midterm as suburban voters turned against then-President Donald Trump. Her measured persona has frustrated GOP efforts to portray her as a radical liberal.
Adkins is a former executive with health care technology's Cerner Corp. and a former Kansas Republican Party chair.
The key to their race was the Kansas City suburbs in Johnson County, the state's most populous county. The county leans Republican in voter registration, but Davids carried it in 2020. Adkins was hoping to win back independent and moderate Republicans there upset over the economy.
The Republican-controlled state Legislature redrew congressional districts earlier this year to rebalance their populations after a decade of shifts and split the Kansas City, Kansas, area. Davids' district lost areas where she's performed best and picked up heavily Republican areas in three northeastern Kansas counties.
Had the new lines been in place in 2020, both Davids' and Biden's 10-point margins of victory would have been cut in half. And Republicans counted on economic issues helping them bridge the gap this year.
But Democrats were energized by the state abortion vote in August. Adkins said abortion should be settled by the states and that she wouldn't support a federal abortion law. Adkins has not been specific about how far she thinks an abortion law should go in Kansas, which bans most abortions at the 22nd week, but said that she would favor any new, incremental state measures that would reduce the number of abortions.
Even with the 3rd District’s new, more Republican leanings, 67.5% of its voters opposed the anti-abortion measure in August.
The state’s three other incumbent U.S. House members, all Republicans, were expected to win reelection. They are Tracey Mann, in a 1st District redrawn so that it includes the liberal northeastern Kansas community of Lawrence along with rural central and western Kansas; Jake LaTurner, in the 2nd District of eastern Kansas, and Ron Estes in the 4th District in the Wichita area.
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Hanna reported from Topeka, Kansas.
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10-year-old North Carolina boy strives to keep Pearl Harbor legacy alive
By Robert Buan
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HAWAII (KITV) — There’s no more iconic American symbol of World War II than Pearl Harbor. As we remember those who died serving our country on this Memorial Day, keeping the Pearl Harbor legacy alive for generations to come has become a mission for a highly motivated 10-year-old boy.
Harrison Johnson of Raleigh NC has a goal of trying to raise $100,000 to support the remembrance of Pearl Harbor. Johnson — a history lover — wants everyone to learn about the attack from more than 80 years ago.
“I wanted all children to learn about what happened on December 7, 1941,” said Johnson, a rising fifth grader and founder of Harrison’s Heroes.
“I feel like many children aren’t fascinated by it, and don’t learn about it to an extent. That makes me feel kind of sad, because they’re missing out on learning about one of the most interesting things in United States history,” he added.
Johnson is halfway to his goal having raised over $50,000 so far. He hopes to have accomplished this goal of $100,000 by December 7 of this year – the 82nd Anniversary of the infamous attack. Every dollar raised will go to Pearl Harbor educational programs in conjunction with Pacific Historic Parks.
Contributions can be made on the Pacific Historic Parks page.
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The state-by-state winning lottery numbers through Saturday:
6-6-2
(six, six, two)
08-14-15-17-27
(eight, fourteen, fifteen, seventeen, twenty-seven)
04-17-18-30-34-44
(four, seventeen, eighteen, thirty, thirty-four, forty-four)
09-25-28-29-38-42
(nine, twenty-five, twenty-eight, twenty-nine, thirty-eight, forty-two)
9-4-5
(nine, four, five)
2-7-4
(two, seven, four)
8-8-0-5
(eight, eight, zero, five)
0-8-0-5
(zero, eight, zero, five)
05-08-15-24-26-37, Bonus: 34
(five, eight, fifteen, twenty-four, twenty-six, thirty-seven; Bonus: thirty-four)
04-19-21-26-27
(four, nineteen, twenty-one, twenty-six, twenty-seven)
6-3-1
(six, three, one)
6-2-6
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1-3-8-5
(one, three, eight, five)
1st:2 Lucky Star-2nd:7 Eureka-3rd:1 Gold Rush, Race Time: 1:43.23
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09-11-12-27-30
(nine, eleven, twelve, twenty-seven, thirty)
03-04-11-27-39, Mega Ball: 22
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07-11-19-27-31
(seven, eleven, nineteen, twenty-seven, thirty-one)
01-03-08-12-14-38
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08-09-15-22-31-36
(eight, nine, fifteen, twenty-two, thirty-one, thirty-six)
1-5-5
(one, five, five)
9-9-0
(nine, nine, zero)
02-07-09-18-26
(two, seven, nine, eighteen, twenty-six)
0-7-7, WB: 3
(zero, seven, seven; WB: three)
1-6-0, WB: 4
(one, six, zero; WB: four)
4-0-0-0, WB: 7
(four, zero, zero, zero; WB: seven)
1-8-1-5, WB: 4
(one, eight, one, five; WB: four)
4-3-1
(four, three, one)
2-9-5
(two, nine, five)
2-2-8-9
(two, two, eight, nine)
0-2-5-0
(zero, two, five, zero)
9-1
(nine, one)
1-1
(one, one)
2-6-5
(two, six, five)
7-4-3
(seven, four, three)
4-4-7-7
(four, four, seven, seven)
3-7-6-4
(three, seven, six, four)
7-6-4-2-6
(seven, six, four, two, six)
0-1-6-7-0
(zero, one, six, seven, zero)
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(one, twenty, twenty-seven, thirty-three, forty-seven, fifty-three)
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(two, seven, eleven, twenty-one, twenty-nine)
04-06-08-17-18-50
(four, six, eight, seventeen, eighteen, fifty)
7-4, FB:
(seven, four; FB: zero)
9-1, FB: 8
(nine, one; FB: eight)
6-2-7, FB:
(six, two, seven; FB: zero)
7-4-9, FB: 8
(seven, four, nine; FB: eight)
4-6-1-5, FB:
(four, six, one, five; FB: zero)
3-9-0-7, FB: 8
(three, nine, zero, seven; FB: eight)
1-7-6-2-0, FB:
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8-4-8-8-9, FB: 8
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1-8-3
(one, eight, three)
7-1-0
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5-4-7
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6-1-8-5
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0-5-1-3
(zero, five, one, three)
9-8-6-9
(nine, eight, six, nine)
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(nine, thirteen, seventeen, twenty-four, thirty-nine)
2-9-3-9-6
(two, nine, three, nine, six)
2-8-7-3-1
(two, eight, seven, three, one)
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(eight, twenty-five, thirty-six, forty-three, forty-four)
0-9-6
(zero, nine, six)
6-7-5
(six, seven, five)
2-9-8-0
(two, nine, eight, zero)
2-6-7-8
(two, six, seven, eight)
13-16-23-29-31
(thirteen, sixteen, twenty-three, twenty-nine, thirty-one)
09-11-20-25-29-33, Extra Shot: 10
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05-14-21-44-45
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04-11-21-40-45
(four, eleven, twenty-one, forty, forty-five)
15-30-33-42-43
(fifteen, thirty, thirty-three, forty-two, forty-three)
30-33-34-35-42-46
(thirty, thirty-three, thirty-four, thirty-five, forty-two, forty-six)
01-02-07-08-09-10-16-18-27-30-31-42-52-60-61-62-65-69-75-77, BE: 77
(one, two, seven, eight, nine, ten, sixteen, eighteen, twenty-seven, thirty, thirty-one, forty-two, fifty-two, sixty, sixty-one, sixty-two, sixty-five, sixty-nine, seventy-five, seventy-seven; BE: seventy-seven)
1-5-6, SB: 6
(one, five, six; SB: six)
6-6-5, SB: 6
(six, six, five; SB: six)
4-4-3-2, SB: 6
(four, four, three, two; SB: six)
3-2-4-5, SB: 6
(three, two, four, five; SB: six)
13-15-17-18-19-22-24-26-28-31-37-40-44-45-46-49-56-60-62-76, BE: 19
(thirteen, fifteen, seventeen, eighteen, nineteen, twenty-two, twenty-four, twenty-six, twenty-eight, thirty-one, thirty-seven, forty, forty-four, forty-five, forty-six, forty-nine, fifty-six, sixty, sixty-two, seventy-six; BE: nineteen)
09-18-21-23-35-41
(nine, eighteen, twenty-one, twenty-three, thirty-five, forty-one)
1-3-8
(one, three, eight)
0-6-3
(zero, six, three)
2-9-6-7
(two, nine, six, seven)
1-7-5-7
(one, seven, five, seven)
3-2-4
(three, two, four)
2-5-7
(two, five, seven)
02-03-13-23-30, Cash Ball: 19
(two, three, thirteen, twenty-three, thirty; Cash Ball: nineteen)
10-25-31-33, Cash Ball: 19
(ten, twenty-five, thirty-one, thirty-three; Cash Ball: nineteen)
12-24-28-31-38
(twelve, twenty-four, twenty-eight, thirty-one, thirty-eight)
7-8-8
(seven, eight, eight)
6-5-9
(six, five, nine)
2-6-0-0
(two, six, zero, zero)
7-4-4-3
(seven, four, four, three)
09-10-15-17-30
(nine, ten, fifteen, seventeen, thirty)
09-13-16-20-29-31
(nine, thirteen, sixteen, twenty, twenty-nine, thirty-one)
5-8-3
(five, eight, three)
4-9-7-3
(four, nine, seven, three)
9-7-0-6-8
(nine, seven, zero, six, eight)
JD-JH-6D-4H-8H
(JD, JH, 6D, 4H, 8H)
15-27-30-33-38, Bonus: 34
(fifteen, twenty-seven, thirty, thirty-three, thirty-eight; Bonus: thirty-four)
9-2-4
(nine, two, four)
0-9-7
(zero, nine, seven)
9-9-1-3
(nine, nine, one, three)
8-9-0-8
(eight, nine, zero, eight)
7-7-1-2-4
(seven, seven, one, two, four)
5-6-4-8-3
(five, six, four, eight, three)
03-05-19-22-32
(three, five, nineteen, twenty-two, thirty-two)
05-09-14-23-35-41, ST: 7
(five, nine, fourteen, twenty-three, thirty-five, forty-one; ST: seven)
9-0-7-1
(nine, zero, seven, one)
3-5-9-6
(three, five, nine, six)
03-15-16-25-28-32
(three, fifteen, sixteen, twenty-five, twenty-eight, thirty-two)
06-11-12-16-29
(six, eleven, twelve, sixteen, twenty-nine)
09-12-14-22-23-37
(nine, twelve, fourteen, twenty-two, twenty-three, thirty-seven)
QS-KS-6D-7S-9S
(QS, KS, 6D, 7S, 9S)
6-6-9
(six, six, nine)
8-5-3-4
(eight, five, three, four)
3-9-5
(three, nine, five)
5-2-1-1
(five, two, one, one)
15-16-21-24-39
(fifteen, sixteen, twenty-one, twenty-four, thirty-nine)
02-05-07-10-11-14-20-24-32-34-42-45-46-48-50-60-62-67-71-77-79-80
(two, five, seven, ten, eleven, fourteen, twenty, twenty-four, thirty-two, thirty-four, forty-two, forty-five, forty-six, forty-eight, fifty, sixty, sixty-two, sixty-seven, seventy-one, seventy-seven, seventy-nine, eighty)
06-10-16-20-26
(six, ten, sixteen, twenty, twenty-six)
0-3-8
(zero, three, eight)
20-22-24-35-36-40
(twenty, twenty-two, twenty-four, thirty-five, thirty-six, forty)
2-0-8
(two, zero, eight)
5-9-8
(five, nine, eight)
9-2-4-7
(nine, two, four, seven)
2-5-6-0
(two, five, six, zero)
17-18-20-22-29
(seventeen, eighteen, twenty, twenty-two, twenty-nine)
04-09-22-24, Bonus: 6
(four, nine, twenty-two, twenty-four; Bonus: six)
03-04-27-31-43
(three, four, twenty-seven, thirty-one, forty-three)
Month: 8, Day: 13, Year: 91
(Month: eight; Day: thirteen; Year: ninety-one)
5-3-5
(five, three, five)
09-11-15-19-23
(nine, eleven, fifteen, nineteen, twenty-three)
8-5-5, Fireball: 3
(eight, five, five; Fireball: three)
0-2-2-8, Fireball: 3
(zero, two, two, eight; Fireball: three)
05-16-19-26-39, Xtra: 2
(five, sixteen, nineteen, twenty-six, thirty-nine; Xtra: two)
4-4-1, Fireball: 9
(four, four, one; Fireball: nine)
3-4-0-1, Fireball: 9
(three, four, zero, one; Fireball: nine)
1-1-5
(one, one, five)
4-6-5
(four, six, five)
5-4-9-8
(five, four, nine, eight)
3-8-2-7
(three, eight, two, seven)
02-04-16-20-28
(two, four, sixteen, twenty, twenty-eight)
13-17-22-34-36
(thirteen, seventeen, twenty-two, thirty-four, thirty-six)
9-9-4
(nine, nine, four)
8-8-4-2
(eight, eight, four, two)
1-4-5
(one, four, five)
6-8-7-8
(six, eight, seven, eight)
10-15-26-27-33
(ten, fifteen, twenty-six, twenty-seven, thirty-three)
01-06-08-13-17-20-23-24-25-38-39-40-41-45-47-50-53-56-63-76
(one, six, eight, thirteen, seventeen, twenty, twenty-three, twenty-four, twenty-five, thirty-eight, thirty-nine, forty, forty-one, forty-five, forty-seven, fifty, fifty-three, fifty-six, sixty-three, seventy-six)
04-13-19-22-24-32, Bonus: 53
(four, thirteen, nineteen, twenty-two, twenty-four, thirty-two; Bonus: fifty-three)
06-15-34-35-41
(six, fifteen, thirty-four, thirty-five, forty-one)
8-2-4, Fireball: 6
(eight, two, four; Fireball: six)
9-4-0, Fireball: 7
(nine, four, zero; Fireball: seven)
4-6-6-4, Fireball: 7
(four, six, six, four; Fireball: seven)
2-1-8-3, Fireball: 5
(two, one, eight, three; Fireball: five)
04-37-40-41-43-46, Kicker: 6-6-3-9-3-7
(four, thirty-seven, forty, forty-one, forty-three, forty-six; Kicker: six, six, three, nine, three, seven)
5-3-8
(five, three, eight)
1-6-7
(one, six, seven)
5-4-8-0
(five, four, eight, zero)
5-1-1-3
(five, one, one, three)
3-2-6-3-2
(three, two, six, three, two)
4-2-7-5-3
(four, two, seven, five, three)
04-16-17-28-33
(four, sixteen, seventeen, twenty-eight, thirty-three)
18-27-28-31-32
(eighteen, twenty-seven, twenty-eight, thirty-one, thirty-two)
8-7-8
(eight, seven, eight)
03-06-12-16-19-22-25-32
(three, six, twelve, sixteen, nineteen, twenty-two, twenty-five, thirty-two)
03-20-27-33-44-46
(three, twenty, twenty-seven, thirty-three, forty-four, forty-six)
0-1-0-3
(zero, one, zero, three)
2-1-0-2
(two, one, zero, two)
3-9-7-1
(three, nine, seven, one)
8-3-3-7
(eight, three, three, seven)
04-40-57-77
(four, forty, fifty-seven, seventy-seven)
07-08-23-24-37
(seven, eight, twenty-three, twenty-four, thirty-seven)
07-08-10-23-39-42
(seven, eight, ten, twenty-three, thirty-nine, forty-two)
8-4, Wild: 5
(eight, four; Wild: five)
4-1, Wild: 6
(four, one; Wild: six)
9-3-8, Wild: 5
(nine, three, eight; Wild: five)
2-4-0, Wild: 6
(two, four, zero; Wild: six)
7-3-9-5, Wild: 5
(seven, three, nine, five; Wild: five)
9-2-8-7, Wild: 6
(nine, two, eight, seven; Wild: six)
8-2-8-2-9, Wild: 5
(eight, two, eight, two, nine; Wild: five)
2-4-5-0-2, Wild: 6
(two, four, five, zero, two; Wild: six)
04-05-14-15-27
(four, five, fourteen, fifteen, twenty-seven)
2-5-7-3
(two, five, seven, three)
1-4-3-4
(one, four, three, four)
10-17-20-25-32, Extra: 24
(ten, seventeen, twenty, twenty-five, thirty-two; Extra: twenty-four)
08-15-30-32-37, Power-Up: 2
(eight, fifteen, thirty, thirty-two, thirty-seven; Power, Up: two)
9-2-5, FB: 9
(nine, two, five; FB: nine)
2-3-0, FB: 9
(two, three, zero; FB: nine)
9-2-8-7, FB: 9
(nine, two, eight, seven; FB: nine)
1-3-7-9, FB: 9
(one, three, seven, nine; FB: nine)
07-08-24-29-33
(seven, eight, twenty-four, twenty-nine, thirty-three)
2-0-3, Wild: 2
(two, zero, three; Wild: two)
7-9-3, Wild: 5
(seven, nine, three; Wild: five)
4-8-0, Wild: 2
(four, eight, zero; Wild: two)
1-0-8-7, Wild:
(one, zero, eight, seven; Wild: zero)
7-1-9-4, Wild: 4
(seven, one, nine, four; Wild: four)
2-1-2-0, Wild:
(two, one, two, zero; Wild: zero)
04-11-13-17-37
(four, eleven, thirteen, seventeen, thirty-seven)
02-03-06-07-11-12-13-16-17-20-22-24
(two, three, six, seven, eleven, twelve, thirteen, sixteen, seventeen, twenty, twenty-two, twenty-four)
01-02-04-07-10-11-14-15-17-21-23-24
(one, two, four, seven, ten, eleven, fourteen, fifteen, seventeen, twenty-one, twenty-three, twenty-four)
02-04-08-10-11-14-16-17-20-21-23-24
(two, four, eight, ten, eleven, fourteen, sixteen, seventeen, twenty, twenty-one, twenty-three, twenty-four)
02-04-07-08-10-12-14-15-17-21-22-23
(two, four, seven, eight, ten, twelve, fourteen, fifteen, seventeen, twenty-one, twenty-two, twenty-three)
05-10-20-25-34
(five, ten, twenty, twenty-five, thirty-four)
7-0-1-6, FIREBALL: 2
(seven, zero, one, six; FIREBALL: two)
0-5-8-8, FIREBALL: 3
(zero, five, eight, eight; FIREBALL: three)
6-3-3-6, FIREBALL: 6
(six, three, three, six; FIREBALL: six)
6-3-4-5, FIREBALL: 9
(six, three, four, five; FIREBALL: nine)
18-28-34-45-50-51
(eighteen, twenty-eight, thirty-four, forty-five, fifty, fifty-one)
0-3-4, FIREBALL: 9
(zero, three, four; FIREBALL: nine)
6-9-3, FIREBALL: 8
(six, nine, three; FIREBALL: eight)
5-6-5, FIREBALL: 2
(five, six, five; FIREBALL: two)
1-9-5, FIREBALL: 3
(one, nine, five; FIREBALL: three)
01-03-06-09-10-26, Bonus: 12
(one, three, six, nine, ten, twenty-six; Bonus: twelve)
10-18-20-28-34
(ten, eighteen, twenty, twenty-eight, thirty-four)
0-2-2, FB: 1
(zero, two, two; FB: one)
0-4-7, FB: 5
(zero, four, seven; FB: five)
3-7-6-0, FB: 1
(three, seven, six, zero; FB: one)
0-2-8-5, FB: 9
(zero, two, eight, five; FB: nine)
5-9-6
(five, nine, six)
03-08-28-29-32
(three, eight, twenty-eight, twenty-nine, thirty-two)
02-07-08-15-16-18-29-36-38-39-45-47-51-56-59-70-71-73-75-77
(two, seven, eight, fifteen, sixteen, eighteen, twenty-nine, thirty-six, thirty-eight, thirty-nine, forty-five, forty-seven, fifty-one, fifty-six, fifty-nine, seventy, seventy-one, seventy-three, seventy-five, seventy-seven)
10-21-23-27-40-44
(ten, twenty-one, twenty-three, twenty-seven, forty, forty-four)
04-06-15-17
(four, six, fifteen, seventeen)
6-3-7
(six, three, seven)
3-3-9-4
(three, three, nine, four)
01-03-05-06-07-08-11-13-16-19-20
(one, three, five, six, seven, eight, eleven, thirteen, sixteen, nineteen, twenty)
03-06-09-12-13-14-16-17-19-21-22
(three, six, nine, twelve, thirteen, fourteen, sixteen, seventeen, nineteen, twenty-one, twenty-two)
4-5-0
(four, five, zero)
8-9-6-5
(eight, nine, six, five)
18-20-26-28-30-34
(eighteen, twenty, twenty-six, twenty-eight, thirty, thirty-four)
06-09-12-16-23-37, Doubler: N
(six, nine, twelve, sixteen, twenty-three, thirty-seven; Doubler: N)
06-17-22-28-29
(six, seventeen, twenty-two, twenty-eight, twenty-nine)
8-3-5
(eight, three, five)
8-1-9-1
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What is the best RC truck?
Adults and children know the excitement of operating a remote control truck. The sights, sounds and speed mimic a full-sized truck. The power and precision make you feel like you are behind the wheel. But you don’t have to worry about insurance claims or injuries when the truck inevitably crashes. Flip the truck right side up and start again.
RC trucks have a wide variety of features that appeals to beginners and serious enthusiasts. They boast high speeds and can be used on most surfaces inside and outdoors. For its all-terrain capability and speeds up to 30 miles per hour, the best RC truck is the Laegendary Remote Control Off-Road Truck.
What to know before you buy an RC truck
Where will you be driving your RC truck?
If you plan to drive your RC truck inside or on flat surfaces outside, the majority of RC trucks will meet expectations. If the driving destination is rocks, sand or dirt, look for RC trucks with rubber tires and an all-terrain design. This will ensure your best experience with more hours of driving and less time getting the truck unstuck.
Racing or just for fun
There are two types of RC trucks. Electric trucks are what most consumers purchase. They are less expensive, durable and can reach speeds between 20 to 30 miles per hour.
Nitro RC trucks have internal combustion engines that reach speeds of 40 miles per hour or higher. They are more expensive and used by serious racers.
Range
There are transmitters that can reach 100 feet or farther, but 20 to 50 feet is a typical range for controlling the truck. If you know where you will be driving your truck and how far you will need the transmitter to work, it will guide you toward the right RC truck.
Durability
Some operators look forward to the crashes and collisions that most RC trucks are designed to endure. Look for trucks with strong chassis and durable bodies. The longest-lasting RC trucks have a singular body that wraps around the frame and lacks plastic add-ons that easily break off when the truck flips over.
What to look for in an RC truck
Batteries
RC trucks are powered by rechargeable batteries. Most batteries last for 15 minutes. Look for RC trucks that have an extra battery included for quickly changing out batteries when the first one runs out. Keep in mind that charging batteries can take up to one hour.
Sounds and lights
Most RC trucks come with real-life sounds and lighting. The sounds mimic life-size trucks with horns, engine noises and turn signals. LED lights decorate the truck and power the headlights. These features are best experienced away from natural light inside your home or at night.
Four-wheel drive
Four-by-four RC trucks with four-wheel drive are excellent for driving in snow or rain. Like real trucks, four-wheel drive provides greater traction and control for slippery conditions. If you will be using your RC truck in snowy or wet conditions, consider a model with four-wheel drive.
Replacement parts
RC trucks may need replacement parts as the wear and tear take their toll. Look for manufacturers that have lifetime warranties and replacement guarantees.
How much you can expect to spend on an RC truck
Inexpensive RC trucks are priced between $25-$75. They have moderate handling with speeds up to 25 miles per hour and can be used on hard surfaces and grass. For $75-$150, you can get RC trucks with remote-control transmitters with long ranges and more technological features. For $150 and above, you can find RC trucks that are typically used for racing and have more powerful engines with precise steering control.
RC truck FAQ
Why won’t my truck respond to the transmitter?
A. The transmitter and truck communicate via radio waves. If your truck is nonresponsive, check the power switches on both the truck and transmitter. Confirm that your batteries are charged. Transmitters with telescoping antennae should have the antenna fully extended. Make sure that the truck is within the transmitting range and hasn’t traveled too far away.
Should I start with a nitro RC truck?
A. Nitro RC trucks are designed for serious racing. Even if your future goal is to join a racing league, beginners should start with an electric truck. Once you have mastered how to control an RC truck, you can confidently upgrade to the power, speed and cost of a nitro truck.
What is the best RC truck to buy?
Top RC truck
Laegandary Remote Control Off-Road Truck
What you need to know: Designed for all surfaces, this two-speed RC truck runs fast for adults and slower for children.
What you’ll love: The electromagnetic motor generates speeds up to 30 miles per hour. The rechargeable lithium polymer battery lasts for over 30 minutes. The remote control is easy to hold and use up to 250 feet away.
What you should consider: It is expensive compared to similar models.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top RC truck for the money
Double E Remote Control Semi Truck
What you need to know: This multifunctional truck is licensed by Mercedes-Benz and comes with batteries for the truck and transmitter.
What you’ll love: It comes with an extended 86-centimeter trailer that works with other Double E construction toys. The transmitter operates up to 100 feet. It is packaged in a gift box that is ideal for holidays and birthdays.
What you should consider: Some consumers needed customer service support for understanding the instructions.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: Designed for children, this remote control mini truck is fast and performs stunts.
What you’ll love: The mini truck is designed as a hybrid with a race car. A dual joystick operates both sides to simplify spinning and flipping. The LED lights add to the excitement. It comes with a satisfaction guarantee.
What you should consider: Batteries are not included in the packaging.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Kohl’s
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(CNN) — The 18-year-old gunman who killed three elderly women out on morning drives in a northwestern New Mexico neighborhood this week fired more than 100 rounds from his yard before leaving the property with two pistols and wearing a bulletproof vest, Farmington Police Chief Steve Hebbe said at a news conference Wednesday.
Gwendolyn Schofield, 98, her daughter Melody Ivie, 73, and Shirley Voita, 79, were slain Monday by Beau Adam Wilson, who was shot dead by responding police officers.
Six others, including two police officers, were wounded in what’s become one of 226 mass shootings – with four or more victims shot – this year in the US, with people often falling prey while out for everyday tasks like grocery shopping, attending school and going to work.
Seven other people suffered injuries that were treated at the scene.
Investigators continue to work to pin down the motive for yet another deadly episode in America’s gun violence plague. Hebbe said authorities found a short, handwritten note in the gunman’s pocket, and are trying to “piece together” the note’s meaning as part of the investigation into his motive.
Some relatives interviewed by law enforcement expressed concerns about Wilson’s mental health, Deputy Chief Kyle Dowdy said at Tuesday’s media briefing, adding it’s not clear whether he had been diagnosed with any issues. Wilson had only “minor infractions” with law enforcement before the violent attack, the deputy chief said.
Hebbe told reporters Wednesday mental health issues appear to be a factor in the shootings.
“We’ll end up finding in the next couple of days what medication if any he was under, if he was under a doctor’s care in some form or fashion,” Hebbe said.
The shootings started Monday morning as the gunman stood outside his house, firing at vehicles with an AR-15-style rifle, the chief said. According to San Juan County sheriff’s Capt. Kevin Burns, the gunman fired at least 141 .223 caliber bullets from his property.
Hebbe said the gunman dropped the semiautomatic rifle in the bushes by his house and the rifle still had a round in the firing chamber and ammunition in the magazine.
The gunman left the property with two pistols – a .22 and 9 mm – to shoot as he walked toward a church, where he was killed, the chief said. There were 10 other guns left behind in the house, according to Hebbe.
“The last two (guns) the suspect took with him as he began walking and he was firing around the neighborhood, and firing at other cars and houses,” the chief said.
Doorbell camera video shows the shooter was wearing a bulletproof vest, similar to what police officers wear, but by the time the gunman “made his last stand” at the church, he had removed his vest, according to Hebbe.
The 9 mm pistol was empty of ammunition when found on the deceased gunman, Hebbe said.
More than 200 911 calls flooded in to authorities as gunfire reverberated through the neighborhood, nestled in a commercial hub near the Southwest’s Four Corners.
Authorities have said they believe two of the guns used in the rampage were owned by a family member of Wilson, who turned 18 in October and purchased the third gun in November. The shooter purchased three magazines for rifle just two days before the rampage, the chief said.
“We’re certainly looking at the circumstances by which he procured the AR-15 and some of the other weapons, and part of the investigation will take us into what were the circumstances by which the other weapons had been obtained,” the chief said when asked whether family members could face charges, “but no, at this point in time, we’re not holding anybody responsible.”
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KING, N.C. — A child is dead after participating in a rodeo in Stokes County Saturday.
Amanda Paquette was at the Rafter K Rodeo last night watching her son complete.
While she was there, she says she saw the accident unfold.
Paquette says the boy dropped into the bull pen and got in place.
She says after the doors opened the bull bucked twice before the boy fell off.
Once he fell, she says the bull stomped on his chest.
Stokes County emergency services says two EMT's who were at the scene started preforming life saving measures until Stokes EMS got there.
They say the boy went into cardiac arrest, went to the hospital, and later died.
"Like I'm a single mom, I had spent these last two weeks saving my money to buy my son everything he needed for the rodeo. I wanted to make sure that he had everything he needed to be safe, but she has no idea that the next day her son wasn't going to be there with her," said Paquette.
William Cooper has been bull riding for years.
He was at the rodeo Saturday night helping out when he saw the boy get bucked off.
The scene reminded Cooper of the time he was stepped on while competing.
"The way he come off too and everything. I don't know if he had time to move out of the way or not, it slammed him to the ground like I was. I didn't have time to roll over or nothing, it just slammed me down to the ground hard," said Cooper.
The rodeo company posted this statement to their social media:
"Everyone here at Rafter K Rodeo Company, LLC would like to give our sincere condolences to the family and friends of bull rider, Denim Bradshaw. Our sport is truly a family and we are so thankful for everyone that was there to help. We are thankful for our on site EMT’s, paramedics and law enforcement that work so hard to care for the cowboys. This is a tragic event and words cannot describe the pain felt by this loss. We ask everyone to come together and pray for his family for comfort and healing in this difficult time."
Participants must sign a consent form to compete.
For minors, the form must have a parent or guardian signature and be notarized.
The form acknowledges that the rodeo is a dangerous activity and can expose the participant to personal injury and or death.
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BEIJING, June 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zhihu Inc. (NYSE: ZH; HKEX: 2390) ("Zhihu" or the "Company"), the operator of Zhihu, a leading online content community in China, today announced that each of the proposed resolutions submitted for shareholders' approval (the "Proposed Resolutions") as set forth in the notice of annual general meeting dated May 19, 2022 (the "AGM Notice") has been adopted at its annual general meeting of shareholders, the class meeting of holders of the Class A ordinary shares with a par value of US$0.000125 each, and the class meeting of holders of Class B ordinary shares with a par value of US$0.000125 each held in Beijing, China, on June 10, 2022.
After the adoption of the Proposed Resolutions, all corporate authorizations and actions contemplated thereunder are approved, including, among other things, that (i) the Company's existing memorandum and articles of associations are amended and restated by their deletion in their entirety and by the substitution in their place of the eleventh amended and restated memorandum and articles of association as set out in Part A of Appendix I to the circular of the Company dated May 19, 2022; (ii) Mr. Dahai Li, Mr. Dingjia Chen, and Mr. Derek Chen are re-elected as directors of the Company; and (iii) the directors of the Company are granted a general mandate to allot, issue, and deal with additional Class A ordinary shares or equivalents and a general mandate to repurchase the Company's own shares, respectively, on the terms and in the periods as set out in the AGM Notice.
Zhihu Inc. (NYSE: ZH; HKEX: 2390), the operator of Zhihu, a leading online content community in China where people come to find solutions, make decisions, seek inspiration, and have fun. We have been dedicated to expanding our content and service offerings to enable our users to explore and enjoy "fulfilling content" (有获得感的內容) that broadens horizons, provides solutions, and resonates with minds. Since the initial launch in 2010, we have grown from a Q&A community into one of the top five comprehensive online content communities and the largest Q&A-inspired online content community in China, both in terms of average mobile MAUs and revenue in 2019, 2020, and 2021, according to CIC. For more information, please visit https://ir.zhihu.com.
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "target," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to," or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the SEC and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.
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Contrary to popular belief, Enzo Ferrari didn’t always intend for his race cars to be red.
When he first established the Scuderia Ferrari race team, he originally chose yellow as a signature color. The bright hue, together with blue, appear prominently on the coat of arms of his Modena birthplace, which is also the home of the car company Ferrari.
However, around the time of the founding of the race team, the International Association of Recognized Automobile Clubs set red as the official color of Italian racing cars, and as a result Ferrari went along with it and chose red for his race cars, which initially were actually Alfa Romeos. Scuderia Ferrari was established in 1929, well before the Ferrari car company was established in 1947.
Ferrari kept yellow for the logo of Scuderia Ferrari. He combined it with the famous Cavallino prancing horse at the request of the family of Italian war hero Francesco Baracca. The prancing horse featured on the fighter planes piloted by Baracca in World War I.
The logo made its debut on the Scuderia Ferrari’s Alfa Romeos entered in the 1932 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, which was won by Ferrari drivers Antonio Brivio and Eugenio Siena. The logo has been featured on Ferrari cars ever since.
To mark the connection with yellow, as well as this year’s 100th anniversary of the Monza circuit, Ferrari’s Formula 1 team will feature a splash of the color for this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix, which will take place at Monza. The color will appear on the car liveries as well as the race suits and helmets of drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz. Ferrari also plans to offer a special merchandise collection with the same shade of yellow, known as Giallo Modena, through its official boutiques and online store.
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(LEX 18) — Kentucky will receive more than $14 million from an e-cigarette manufacturer following allegations they violated the state's consumer protection laws.
According to a news release from Attorney General Daniel Cameron's office, JUUL Labs, Inc. engaged in deceptive marketing and sales practices. Under the agreement, JUUL's first settlement payment of $1.3 million to Kentucky is due by December 31.
"We joined this settlement to ensure underage Kentuckians are not enticed to make illegal purchases because of these advertisements," said Attorney General Cameron. "This settlement with JUUL provides over $14 million to the Commonwealth and requires the e-cigarette manufacturer to cease marketing their products to underage youth."
The total settlement of $434.9 million has been split between 34 states.
Prior to settlement negotiations, a two-year investigation by the attorneys general revealed JUUL advertised its products to youth despite knowing the underage purchase of e-cigarettes is illegal and unhealthy.
In addition to the settlement payments, JUUL agrees to reform its sales and marketing practices by refraining from:
- Advertising to youth and depicting users under the age of 35 in its marketing materials
- Selling flavored products that have not been approved by the FDA
- Making misleading statements regarding the nicotine content of its products
- Allowing website access without age verification on the landing page | https://www.lex18.com/news/covering-kentucky/kentucky-to-receive-over-14-million-in-juul-settlement-attorney-general-says | 2022-12-07 21:09:51 | 0 | https://www.lex18.com/news/covering-kentucky/kentucky-to-receive-over-14-million-in-juul-settlement-attorney-general-says |
VAI resort in Glendale delays opening again, plans for late 2023
GLENDALE, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) - VAI Resort, the luxury resort that first planned to open in Glendale by fall 2022, has been delayed once again until late 2023.
Previously, VAI Management expected the property to be open before the Super Bowl came to town in February 2023. When plans doubled in April, the scheduled opening was delayed until spring 2023. Management delayed the opening again on Monday, saying it plans to open at some point in late 2023. When it finally opens, the $1 billion-budget hotel will be Arizona’s largest resort.
The luxury resort is named for the Greek beach, Vai Beach, found on the Isle of Crete, where the ancient Minoans made their homes. Company spokespersons say that the resort has been inspired by globally celebrated resorts and will include a variety of luxury experiences for guests.
Some of those exciting features are as follows:
- $40 million concert stage with prime viewing from hotel room balconies and VIP skyboxes
- 6-acre swimming area with temperature-controlled white beaches
- The country’s first man-made party island called Konos Island which will feature a Mediterranean restaurant, DJ booth, dance floors, and more
- A 16-person aerial bar that can take guests 130 feet high in the air
- 1,200 luxury rooms and suites in three different towers
- 12 upscale restaurants and 10 exclusive bars
- Retail shopping corridor
Management says the hotel will be a two-minute walk from State Farm Stadium and a 20-minute drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor. The property will use only 30% of allotted water designated to the former agricultural site, and a water recycling system that will operate off of solar power will be in place.
VAI Global Development, an Arizona-based ownership company, is managing the resort and its construction. “VAI is undoubtedly breaking the mold with experiential hospitality, as every aspect is designed to treat guests to incredible entertainment, cuisine and luxury,” said Grant Fisher, president of VAI Global Development. “Debuting VAI in my home state is a monumental moment and one that I hope will further elevate Arizona on the international stage as a notable entertainment destination.”
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BERLIN (AP) — The Canadian government says it will allow the delivery to Germany of equipment from a key Russia-Europe natural gas pipeline that has undergone maintenance — equipment the absence of which Russia’s Gazprom cited last month as a reason for more than halving the flow of gas.
The return of turbines from the Nord Stream 1 pipeline sent to Montreal for a scheduled overhaul has been complicated by sanctions imposed on Russia over the war in Ukraine. Canada’s minister of natural resources, Jonathan Wilkinson, said in a statement late Saturday that “Canada will grant a time-limited and revocable permit for Siemens Canada to allow the return of repaired Nord Stream 1 turbines to Germany.”
That, Wilkinson said in the statement posted on Twitter, will support “Europe’s ability to access reliable and affordable energy as they continue to transition away from Russian oil and gas.” He said that “absent a necessary supply of natural gas, the German economy will suffer very significant hardship.”
Siemens Energy said after Gazprom started reducing gas flows in mid-June that it had been unable to return a gas turbine that powers a compressor station on the pipeline, which had been overhauled after more than 10 years in service, to the customer, Gazprom.
German politicians have dismissed the Russian explanation for the 60% reduction in gas flows through Nord Stream 1, saying that equipment shouldn’t have been a significant issue until the fall and the Russian decision was a political gambit to sow uncertainty and push up prices.
The Canadian move comes before Nord Stream 1 is due to shut down for annual maintenance on Monday. In previous summers, the work led to a roughly 10-day shutdown, but German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has said he suspects that Russia may cite “some little technical detail” as a reason not to resume gas deliveries.
The reduction in gas flows comes as Germany and the rest of Europe try to reduce their dependence on Russian energy imports. Germany, which has Europe’s biggest economy, gets about 35% of its gas to power industry and generate electricity from Russia.
Last month, Habeck activated the second phase of Germany’s three-stage emergency plan for natural gas supplies, warning that Europe’s biggest economy faced a “crisis” and storage targets for the winter were at risk.
On Friday, energy company Uniper — Germany’s biggest importer of Russian gas — asked the government for a bailout to cope with surging gas prices. | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/ap-international/canada-to-release-equipment-for-russia-germany-gas-pipeline/ | 2022-07-11 08:38:05 | 0 | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/ap-international/canada-to-release-equipment-for-russia-germany-gas-pipeline/ |
Liquor before beer: Spirits beat brews in new market data
By BRUCE SCHREINER and JIM SALTER
Associated Press
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Producers of spirits have new bragging rights in the age-old whiskey vs. beer barroom debate.
New figures show that spirits surpassed beer for U.S. market-share supremacy, based on supplier revenues, a spirit industry group announced Thursday.
The rise to the top for spirit-makers was fueled in part by the resurgent cocktail culture — including the growing popularity of ready-to-drink concoctions — as well as strong growth in the tequila and American whiskey segments, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States said.
In 2022, spirits gained market share for the 13th straight year in the fiercely competitive U.S. beverage alcohol market, as its supplier sales reached 42.1%, the council said.
After years of steady growth, it marked the first time that spirit supplier revenues have surpassed beer — but just barely, the spirit industry group said. Beer holds a 41.9% market share, it said.
“Despite the tough economy, consumers continued to enjoy premium spirits and fine cocktails in 2022,” Distilled Spirits Council President and CEO Chris Swonger said.
Overall spirit supplier sales in the U.S. were up 5.1% in 2022 to a record $37.6 billion, the group said. Volumes rose 4.8% to 305 million 9-liter cases.
Seemingly unfazed, Brian Crawford, president and CEO of the Beer Institute, insisted that beer “remains America’s number one choice in beverage alcohol.”
“It’s interesting to hear liquor companies boast about making money hand-over-fist while simultaneously going state-to-state hunting for more tax carveouts from state legislatures,” Crawford said in a statement.
Benj Steinman, president of Beer Marketer’s Insights, a leading beer industry trade publication, said the beer industry saw unprecedented growth in the 1970s, growing at a pace of 4% annually. As recently as 2000, beer’s share in the alcohol market was 58%.
Over the past several decades, beer’s growth has essentially been flat. Meanwhile, spirits have flourished, especially over the past two decades.
“I think there’s just a long arc on these things,” Steinman said.
Steinman and Bart Watson, chief economist at the Brewers Association, a craft beer industry trade group, agreed there are several reasons for the shift to spirits.
“Some of it’s just the younger generation coming up, looking for a lot of variety,” Steinman said. “They sometimes like spirits. Cocktail culture is another thing.”
Watson cited data showing that liquor has become 20% cheaper relative to beer in recent decades.
“Price is a particularly large part of the story,” he said.
Another factor is advertising and marketing. Watson pointed to the success of spirits in its outreach to women. Steinman said distilled spirits now advertise freely, something they didn’t do generations ago.
“They’ve increased their availability. They’ve increased their ability to advertise. They’ve had a lot of legislative and policy wins that have enabled growth for distilled spirits,” Steinman said.
For spirit producers, reaching the market share milestone was worth toasting.
At Baltimore Spirits Company in Maryland, the head distiller and the manager of its cocktail bar said they are pleased with the rise in the consumption of spirits.
Eli Breitburg-Smith, head distiller and cofounder, said the distillery founders saw a space in the market to make rye whiskey as consumer demand was growing.
“We did see that it was going to be on the rise,” he said. “Now, I don’t know that we thought it would be overtaking beer or anything like that, but we felt like there was a good space in the market for new whiskey, original whiskey, and people that … were making a unique product.”
Gregory Mergner, the general manager of the distillery’s cocktail gallery, said he didn’t anticipate spirits rivaling or surpassing beer for market share.
“As ubiquitous as beer is. I don’t think anybody could have foreseen whiskey overtaking it,” he said.
The spirit sector’s rise has coincided with a growing thirst for high-end, super-premium products.
That trend toward premiumization slowed overall in 2022. But it remained strong because of growth in the tequila/mezcal and American whiskey categories, the Distilled Spirits Council said.
More than 60% of the spirit sector’s total U.S. revenue last year came from sales of high-end and super-premium spirits, mostly led by tequila and American whiskey, said Christine LoCascio, the group’s chief of public policy and strategy. Those high-end products fetch the highest prices.
“While many consumers are feeling the pinch from inflation and reduced disposable income, they are still willing to purchase that special bottle of spirits choosing to sip a little luxury and drink better, not more,” LoCascio said.
Within the spirit sector, vodka maintained its as status the top revenue producer at $7.2 billion, though sales were flat in 2022, the group said.
In the tequila/mezcal category, sales rose 17.2%, or $886 million, totaling $6 billion, it said.
Sales for American whiskey were up 10.5%, or $483 million, to reach $5.1 billion, it said. The American whiskey category includes bourbon, Tennessee whiskey and rye whiskey.
Brandy and cognac sales were down 12.3%, with revenues totaling $3.1 billion.
Premixed cocktails were the clear leader as the fastest-growing spirit category.
Sales for premixed cocktails, including ready-to-drink spirit products, surged by 35.8%, or $588 million, to reach $2.2 billion, the council said.
Meanwhile, spirit sales volumes in restaurants and bars — referred to as on-premise sales — continued to recover from pandemic-era shutdowns but they remained 5% lower than 2019 levels, the council said. Those sales represent about 20% of the U.S. market.
Off-premise sales volumes at liquor stores and other retail outlets remained steady in 2021 and 2022, after experiencing sharp gains during the pandemic restrictions in 2020, it said.
Meanwhile, there is a crossover strategy brewing in the alcohol market.
Steinman said that even the big players in the beer industry “are playing in all these different growth arenas, including spirits.”
Molson Coors changed its name in 2019, going from Molson Coors Brewing Co. to Molson Coors Beverage Co. Watson noted that the No. 2 canned ready-to-drink liquor product, Cutwater, is made by Anheuser-Busch InBev.
For beer producers, the reversal in market-share rankings is no reason to cry in their suds.
Watson cautioned that the market share trend could flip, calling it “likely at some point we’ll see beer grow again at the expense of other segments.”
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Surgical Care Coalition (SCC) issued the following statement after a bipartisan group of over 196 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, led by Reps. Susan Wild (D-Pa.) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa), and the GOP Doctors Caucus, led by Reps. Michael Burgess, MD (R-Pa.), Andy Harris, MD (R-Md.), and Brad Wenstrup, DPM (R-Ohio), issued two separate letters urging congressional leadership to stop the cuts facing Medicare physician payment scheduled for January 1, 2023. To date, 220 Representatives and nearly 50 Senators have publicly supported the need to protect patients by stopping these cuts.
"Congress must act now to stop the full Medicare cut that will harm millions of seniors across the country," said the Surgical Care Coalition. "With access to critical surgical care laying in jeopardy and only a few weeks left in the year, failure to fully stop the cuts would be an unacceptable outcome for those most in need of such life-altering and lifesaving care."
Beyond putting patients at risk, both letters acknowledged the impending cuts to Medicare would harm the entire healthcare system. Pointing to the ongoing workforce shortages, record-high inflation, supply-chain limitations, lingering effects of COVID-19, and other operational hardship facing medical practices across the country, the bipartisan letter's signatories wrote "Congress must ensure that Medicare providers continue to have the necessary financial support to care for our nation's seniors who rely on Medicare." Further, the GOP Doctors Caucus wrote that "policies that address physician payment stability in the immediate future and beyond will be critical to the continued success of the Medicare program."
Without congressional action, surgeons, anesthesiologists, other physicians, and non-physician clinicians face a nearly 8.5% Medicare cut, which includes the nearly 4.5% cut to the Medicare CF and a 4% Medicare cut stemming from the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Act. This is on top of the 2% Medicare sequestration cuts that were reinstated this year.
Last week, over one million physician and non-physician healthcare clinicians joined together in a letter calling on congressional leadership to protect patients by stopping the full cut to Medicare payments set to take effect on January 1, 2023. This letter kicked off a Week of Action calling on congressional leaders to protect lifesaving and life-changing care for the nation's most vulnerable patients. Representatives from healthcare organizations across the country are contacting their members of Congress—through direct phone calls, e-mails, and social media—to emphasize the harmful impact these cuts would have to their Medicare patients.
Read the letter from the bipartisan group of representatives here and the letter from the GOP Doctors Caucus here.
About the Surgical Care Coalition
The Surgical Care Coalition advocates for access to quality surgical care for all Americans. The Surgical Care Coalition is comprised of 14 professional associations that proudly represent the more than 180,000 surgeons and anesthesiologists working across the country with a common goal of improving the quality of care, and quality of life, for all patients.
CONTACT: media@surgicalcare.org
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Iowa taxpayers will pay $2 million to help the University of Iowa athletic department settle a lawsuit brought by former football players who allege racial discrimination existed in coach Kirk Ferentz’s program, a state board decided in a vote Monday.
The state’s Appeal Board voted 2-1 to approve the use of taxpayer funds for half of the $4.175 million settlement over the objection of State Auditor Rob Sand, a board member who said athletic director Gary Barta should be fired for a series of lawsuits ending in settlements under his watch.
“I can’t imagine a private company that would still have someone at the helm after four discrimination lawsuits under that person’s leadership,” Sand said at a news conference before the vote. “The athletic department, they’ve got the funds for it. The broadcast deal brings tens of millions of dollars every year going forward. I don’t know why they can’t cover their own mistakes and pay for their own mistakes instead of having taxpayer’s do it.”
The lawsuit filed in November 2020 involved former players including former star running back Akrum Wadley and career receptions leader Kevonte Martin-Manley. They alleged they were demeaned with racial slurs, forced to abandon Black hairstyles, fashion and culture to fit the “Iowa Way” promoted by Ferentz, and retaliated against for speaking out.
A message was left for Tulsa-based attorney Damario Solomon-Simmons, who brought the lawsuit on behalf of about a dozen Black former players.
In response to a request for comment from Barta, the athletic department sent a statement attributed to him, saying the department “remains committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for every student-athlete and staff member involved in our program.”
“The Hawkeyes over-arching goal to win every time we compete, graduate every student-athlete that comes to Iowa, and to do it right, remains our focus,” the statement reads.
Barta has been Iowa’s athletic director since 2006. In a statement to the Appeal Board, Sand noted four discrimination cases totaling nearly $7 million in damages under Barta’s watch. The largest of those was $6.5 million to settle a lawsuit in 2017 over the firing of former field hockey coach Tracey Griesbaum. The money used to pay that settlement came from the athletic department, which does not rely on taxpayer funding.
State treasurer Roby Smith and Department of Management director Kraig Paulsen are the other two Appeal Board members.
Paulsen, before voting yes, said it’s not up to the board to play a role in Barta’s employment status.
“We’re here to make a decision as to what’s in the best interest of (Iowa) and it seems to me, upon the recommendation of the Attorney General, this is the wise decision to make,” Paulsen said, according to Des Moines television station KCCI.
Barta, Ferentz, his son and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz and former strength coach Chris Doyle were dismissed from the lawsuit last week, which signaled that a proposed settlement was imminent.
Kirk Ferentz said in a statement he is “greatly disappointed” in how the matter was resolved. He said negotiations took place between the plaintiffs’ attorney and the Iowa Attorney General’s Office, which represents the university and the state Board of Regents.
“These discussions took place entirely without the knowledge or consent of the coaches who were named in the lawsuit,” Ferentz said. “In fact, the parties originally named disagree with the decision to settle, fully believing that the case would have been dismissed with prejudice before trial.”
Ferentz added that “as part of the settlement, the coaches named were dismissed from the lawsuit and there is no admission of any wrongdoing.”
The agreement calls for $2.85 million to be divided among 12 players and $1.9 million to go to Solomon-Simmons Law for fees and expenses.
In addition, the university would direct $90,000 to support graduate or professional school tuition for the plaintiffs, with no individual receiving more than $20,000, and provide mental health counseling for the plaintiffs through March 15, 2024. The athletic department also is required to hire University of Texas Black studies professor Leonard Moore to oversee a five-year diversity, equity and inclusion plan.
The players initially sought $20 million in damages plus the firings of Barta and the Ferentzes.
Doyle agreed to leave Iowa five months before the lawsuit was filed after widespread accusations that the longtime strength coach used his position to bully and disparage former players, particularly those who are Black. Iowa agreed to pay Doyle $1.1 million in a resignation agreement.
In 2020, before the lawsuit, the university hired the Husch Blackwell law firm to review the program after dozens of former players, most of them Black, spoke out on social media to allege racial disparities and mistreatment. Their activism came as protests against racial injustice swept the nation following the death of George Floyd and after attempts to raise concerns inside the program resulted in only minor changes.
The report said that some of the football program’s rules “perpetuated racial or cultural biases and diminished the value of cultural diversity.”
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RICHMOND, Va. — Administrators at the Virginia school where a first-grader shot his teacher last week learned the child may have had a weapon in his possession before the shooting but did not find the 9mm handgun he brought despite searching his bag, the school system's superintendent said.
School system Superintendent George Parker told parents Thursday night in an online meeting that a school official was notified about the weapon before the 6-year-old shot the teacher at Richneck Elementary in Newport News.
“At least one administrator was notified of a possible weapon in the timeline that we’re reviewing and was aware that that student had, there was a potential that there was a weapon on campus," the superintendent told parents, according to a clip of the meeting broadcast by WAVY-TV.
He said the boy’s backpack was searched before the shooting, but the gun was not found at that point.
“The book bag for the student was searched after it was reported that he potentially had a weapon," the station quoted Parker as saying.
The online meeting was for parents only but WAVY-TV reported the station gained access to the meeting from a parent.
Neither the superintendent nor district spokesperson Michelle Price responded to multiple messages Friday from The Associated Press. Details about how they learned about the weapon and why it was not found before the shooting were not immediately available. The police chief has previously said the boy brought the gun to school in his backpack.
The teacher, Abigail Zwerner, 25, was shot in the chest with injuries initially considered to be life threatening. Her condition has improved, though, and she has been reported in stable condition at a hospital.
Earlier Thursday, Newport News School Board Chair Lisa Surles-Law said the district will install metal detectors at all schools, starting with Richneck.
The Jan. 6 shooting occurred as Zwerner was teaching her class. Authorities said there was no warning and no struggle before the 6-year-old boy pointed the gun at Zwerner.
Police Chief Steve Drew has described the shooting as intentional. A judge will determine what’s next for the child, who is being held at a medical facility following an emergency custody order.
Drew said the child used his mother’s gun, which had been purchased legally. It’s unclear how he gained access to the weapon. A Virginia law prohibits leaving a loaded gun where it is accessible to a child under 14 as a misdemeanor. | https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2023/jan/13/school-searched-1st-graders-backpack-before-teacher-shot-in-virginia/ | 2023-01-13 18:29:38 | 1 | https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2023/jan/13/school-searched-1st-graders-backpack-before-teacher-shot-in-virginia/ |
HOUSTON, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shell Offshore Inc., a subsidiary of Shell plc, has agreed to sell its 100% interest in Shell Onshore Ventures LLC which holds a 51.8% membership interest in Aera Energy LLC to IKAV for a total consideration of approximately $2 billion in cash with additional contingent payments based on future oil prices, subject to regulatory approval. The transaction has an effective date of October 1, 2021 and is expected to close in Q4 2022.
"This decision supports our strategy to create a resilient and competitive Upstream portfolio by focusing on positions with high growth potential and a strong integrated value chain," said Zoe Yujnovich, Shell's Upstream Director.
Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, Aera Energy LLC is operated as an independent company.
While this transaction will end Shell's Upstream position in California, Shell will remain active in the state through a variety of other assets and projects.
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- Shell has been in California for more than hundred years and has a statewide footprint that includes gas and power trading, electric vehicle (EV) charging, hydrogen and LNG fueling stations, retail and lubricants, distribution facilities and terminals. California is a key market for our Renewables and Energy Solutions business given its advanced, emerging technology and country-leading research and development.
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Posted/updated on: September 13, 2022 at 4:42 amNEW BOSTON, Texas (AP) – A Texas woman accused of killing a woman to steal her unborn baby to present as her own went on trial for capital murder. Taylor Rene Parker has pleaded not guilty to capital murder and kidnapping in the October 2020 deaths of 21-year-old Regan Michelle Simmons-Hancock and the daughter who died after being cut from her mother’s womb. Prosecutors told the Bowie County jury Monday that Parker, who is 29, acted not because she wanted a baby but to keep from losing her boyfriend. Witnesses said Parker, who could not conceive after a hysterectomy, had offered $100,000 for a surrogate mother. | https://ktbb.com/post/?p=1162282 | 2022-09-13 12:05:56 | 0 | https://ktbb.com/post/?p=1162282 |
- Tarcocimab tedromer (KSI-301) dosed every two months met the primary endpoint of non-inferior visual acuity gains compared to aflibercept dosed every month
- First anti-VEGF therapy to achieve non-inferiority in visual acuity gains while doubling the treatment interval in patients with RVO
- Tarcocimab was well tolerated with a low rate of intraocular inflammation and no new or unexpected safety signals
- Study results will be presented at upcoming ophthalmology scientific meetings in September 2022
PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kodiak Sciences Inc. (Nasdaq: KOD) today announced that its BEACON Phase 3 study of tarcocimab tedromer (KSI-301; tarcocimab), its novel antibody biopolymer conjugate, met the primary endpoint of non-inferior change from baseline in visual acuity at week 24 compared to aflibercept in patients with macular edema due to retinal vein occlusion. Tarcocimab also demonstrated robust anatomic responses and a favorable safety profile. After two initial monthly loading doses, tarcocimab was dosed every two months compared to consistent monthly dosing for aflibercept.
"RVO is a disease with a heavy treatment burden, and all approved anti-VEGF treatments for RVO are labeled for monthly dosing," said Mark Barakat, MD, Director of the Retinal Research Institute at Retinal Consultants of Arizona and a BEACON study investigator. "BEACON is the first study to successfully test a doubling of the treatment interval for anti-VEGF dosing in a pivotal trial in RVO patients. Testing only two loading doses and an extended, fixed dosing interval for all patients rather than assigning a subset of patients to extended dosing based on disease activity assessment is an especially high bar because eyes of patients with RVO can have the highest VEGF levels across retinal vascular diseases. It's wonderful news for patients that the study was successful: it showed that treatment with tarcocimab results in non-inferior vision outcomes, while meaningfully reducing the treatment burden compared to monthly aflibercept."
The BEACON study is a randomized, double-masked, multicenter, active comparator-controlled Phase 3 clinical trial in treatment naïve patients with vision loss and macular edema due to retinal vein occlusion, including both branch (BRVO) and central (CRVO) subtypes. This condition occurs when a branch or central draining vein of the retina becomes blocked, for example due to chronic hypertension, and the retina becomes swollen as a result. The study randomized 568 participants (438 BRVO, 130 CRVO) from 11 countries 1:1 into two treatment arms: tarcocimab tedromer 5 mg on a fixed every-8-week dosing regimen following 2 monthly loading doses and aflibercept 2 mg on a fixed every 4-week dosing regimen per its label.
The primary efficacy endpoint of the study was change in best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) score, a measure of the best vision a person can achieve when reading letters on an eye chart, from baseline at week 24. In the first 24 weeks of the study, patients randomized to tarcocimab received a total of 4 doses compared with 6 doses received by patients randomized to aflibercept.
The non-inferiority margin for the comparison to aflibercept at week 24 was established at 4.5 eye chart letters based on pretrial regulatory feedback and precedent. Under the study's prespecified statistical analysis plan and hierarchical testing strategy for control of type 1 error, non-inferiority of tarcocimab to aflibercept was first demonstrated in patients with branch RVO, with a statistically significant p-value of 0.0004, and then also demonstrated with a statistically significant p-value of 0.0243 in the overall RVO population (branch and central types combined). Tarcocimab tedromer was safe and well tolerated in the study, with no new safety signals identified. A low rate of intraocular inflammation was observed in both groups (1.4% vs 0.4% for tarcocimab and aflibercept, respectively) with no vasculitis or retinal arterial occlusion events reported in any patient.
"The positive results of the BEACON study show that tarcocimab can rapidly, robustly and safely improve vision and retinal anatomy in patients with macular edema due to RVO while substantially reducing the number of eye injections," said Jason Ehrlich, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Development Officer of Kodiak. "We're hopeful that BEACON also bodes well for our ongoing Phase 3 GLEAM and GLIMMER studies of tarcocimab in diabetic macular edema, because both RVO and DME are diseases of the inner retina in which elevated VEGF levels in the vitreous and retina result in retinal vascular leakage and retinal swelling. We thank the patients who participated in BEACON and the many clinicians, site staff and Kodiak team members who worked together on this study and the broad tarcocimab clinical program."
"Our regulatory strategy is designed to have two successful studies in one indication and then individual studies in additional indications. Looking across our development program for tarcocimab, our paired Phase 3 GLEAM and GLIMMER studies in DME, if successful, are designed to serve as the primary basis for a licensing application and potential regulatory approval of tarcocimab," said Victor Perlroth, MD, Kodiak's Chief Executive Officer. "BEACON serves as the single pivotal study to support approval in macular edema following RVO. Our Phase 3 DAYLIGHT study and our Phase 3 GLOW study, if successful, would contribute data to support approvals in wet AMD and Non-Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy (NPDR), respectively. All the studies are fully enrolled and expected to read out topline data within the next twelve months and, if successful, we would plan to file a single Biologics License Application (BLA) with the data across the program. As we learn more from the remaining Phase 3 studies, we look forward to continuing to work with the FDA and global health authorities to bring this medicine to patients."
Full primary results from the BEACON study are expected to be presented by BEACON Study Investigators at upcoming ophthalmology congresses in September 2022.
About the BEACON Study
The Phase 3 BEACON study is a global, multi-center, randomized study designed to evaluate the durability, efficacy and safety of tarcocimab tedromer in patients with treatment-naïve macular edema due to retinal vein occlusion, including both branch and central subtypes. Patients are randomized 1:1 to receive tarcocimab 5 mg or aflibercept 2 mg. In the first six months, patients receiving tarcocimab are treated with a proactive, fixed regimen which includes two monthly loading doses followed by treatment every 8 weeks, and patients receiving aflibercept are treated monthly as per its label. In the second six months, patients in both groups will receive treatment on an individualized basis per protocol-specified criteria. Following this, patients can continue to receive tarcocimab tedromer for an additional six months on an individualized basis. The study completed enrollment of 568 patients worldwide in the fourth quarter of 2021 and met its primary efficacy endpoint at six months. Results from the BEACON study are intended to serve as the basis for the potential approval of tarcocimab in RVO. Additional information about the BEACON study (also called Study KS301P103) can be found on www.clinicaltrials.gov under Trial Identifier NCT04592419 (https://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT04592419).
About Retinal Vein Occlusion
Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) is a condition that results from blockage of the veins that carry blood away from the retina, the light sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is the second most common cause of vision loss due to retinal vascular disease. RVO is more likely to occur in patients who are older or have health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol levels or a history of smoking or other health problems which affect vascular health or blood flow. Branch RVO (BRVO) occurs when a branch of the eye's retinal venous drainage system becomes blocked, and central RVO (CRVO) occurs when the eye's central retinal vein becomes blocked. RVO typically results in sudden, painless vision loss in the affected eye, because the venous blockage restricts normal blood flow in the affected retina, resulting in ischemia, bleeding, fluid leakage, and retinal swelling (called macular edema). Macular edema due to RVO is typically treated with repeated intravitreal injection of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapies. It is estimated that 16.4 million adults worldwide are affected by RVO – 13.9 million with BRVO and 2.5 million with CRVO. In the United States, approximately 850,000 adults have BRVO, and approximately 300,000 have CRVO.
About tarcocimab tedromer (KSI-301)
Tarcocimab tedromer is an investigational anti-VEGF therapy built on Kodiak's Antibody Biopolymer Conjugate (ABC) Platform and is designed to maintain potent and effective drug levels in ocular tissues for longer than existing available agents. Kodiak's objective with tarcocimab tedromer is to improve outcomes for patients with retinal vascular diseases and to enable earlier treatment and prevention of vision loss for patients with diabetic eye disease. Kodiak is developing tarcocimab to be a new first-line agent which enables a majority of patients to be treated and maintained on an every 5 to 6-month treatment interval and a minority of high need patients to be treated as frequently as monthly. The tarcocimab tedromer clinical program is designed to assess the product's durability, efficacy and safety in wet AMD, DME, RVO and non-proliferative DR (without DME) through clinical studies run in parallel. The Company's GLEAM and GLIMMER pivotal studies in patients with diabetic macular edema, the BEACON pivotal study in patients with retinal vein occlusion, the DAYLIGHT pivotal study in patients with wet AMD, and the GLOW study in patients with NPDR are anticipated to form the basis of the Company's BLA to support potential approval and commercialization in multiple indications. The global tarcocimab tedromer clinical program is being conducted at 150+ study sites in more than 10 countries. Kodiak is developing and owns global rights to tarcocimab tedromer.
About Kodiak Sciences Inc.
Kodiak (Nasdaq: KOD) is a biopharmaceutical company committed to researching, developing and commercializing transformative therapeutics to treat high prevalence retinal diseases. Founded in 2009, we are focused on bringing new science to the design and manufacture of next generation retinal medicines to prevent and treat the leading causes of blindness globally. Our ABC Platform™ uses molecular engineering to merge the fields of antibody-based and chemistry-based therapies and is at the core of Kodiak's discovery engine. Kodiak's lead product candidate, tarcocimab tedromer, is a novel anti-VEGF antibody biopolymer conjugate being developed for the treatment of retinal vascular diseases including wet age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in elderly patients in the developed world, and diabetic eye diseases, the leading cause of blindness in working-age patients in the developed world. Kodiak has leveraged its ABC Platform to build a pipeline of product candidates in various stages of development. KSI-501 is our dual inhibitor antibody biopolymer conjugate targeting both VEGF (VEGF-trap) and IL-6 (anti-IL-6 antibody) for the treatment of retinal diseases. We are expanding our early research pipeline to include ABC Platform based triplet inhibitors for multifactorial retinal diseases such as dry AMD and glaucoma. Kodiak is based in Palo Alto, CA. For more information, please visit www.kodiak.com.
About the GLEAM and GLIMMER Studies
The Phase 3 GLEAM and GLIMMER studies are global, multi-center, randomized pivotal studies designed to evaluate the durability, efficacy and safety of tarcocimab in patients with treatment-naïve diabetic macular edema. In each study, patients are randomized 1:1 to receive either tarcocimab or aflibercept. The tarcocimab arm is treated with a proactive, individualized dosing regimen of every 8-, 12-, 16-, 20- or 24 weeks (utilizing tight dynamic retreatment criteria) after three loading doses. The aflibercept arm is treated with a fixed dosing regimen of every 8-weeks after five monthly loading doses, per its label. Both studies completed enrollment of approximately 450 patients each worldwide in the first quarter of 2022. The primary endpoint for both studies is the average of weeks 60 and 64, and patients will be treated and followed for a total of two years. We expect to announce topline data in mid-2023. If successful, we expect that data from our GLEAM and GLIMMER studies will serve as the primary basis for approval of tarcocimab in our anticipated BLA submission. Additional information about GLEAM (also called Study KS301P104) and GLIMMER (also called Study KS301P105) can be found on www.clinicaltrials.gov under Trial Identifiers NCT04611152 and NCT04603937, respectively (https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04611152 and https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04603937).
About the DAYLIGHT Study
The Phase 3 DAYLIGHT study is a global, multi-center, randomized pivotal study designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of high-frequency tarcocimab in patients with treatment-naïve wet AMD. Patients are randomized to receive either tarcocimab on a monthly dosing regimen or to receive standard-of-care aflibercept on a fixed dosing regimen of every 8-weeks after three monthly loading doses per its label. The primary endpoint is the average of weeks 40, 44 and 48. The DAYLIGHT study is intended to clarify the efficacy of tarcocimab to treat high need patients with wet AMD and, if successful, is intended to serve as the basis for approval in wet AMD with monthly dosing. DAYLIGHT has completed enrollment of approximately 550 patients worldwide and we expect to announce topline data in mid-2023. Additional information about DAYLIGHT (also called Study KS301P107) can be found on www.clinicaltrials.gov under Trial Identifier NCT04964089 (https://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT04964089).
About the GLOW Study
The Phase 3 GLOW study is a global, multi-center, randomized pivotal superiority study designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of tarcocimab tedromer in approximately 240 patients with treatment-naïve, moderately severe to severe non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR). Patients are randomized to receive either tarcocimab every six months after initiating doses given at baseline, 8 weeks and 20 weeks into the study, or to receive sham injections. The primary endpoint is at one year and patients will be treated and followed for two years. Outcomes include changes in diabetic retinopathy severity, measured on a standardized photographic grading scale, and the rate of development of sight-threatening complications due to diabetic retinopathy. We believe tarcocimab tedromer has the potential to be the longest-interval intravitreal therapeutic option for patients with diabetic retinopathy. GLOW has completed enrollment of approximately 240 patients in August 2022. Additional information about GLOW (also called Study KS301P106) can be found on www.clinicaltrials.gov under Trial Identifier NCT05066230 (https://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT05066230).
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are not based on historical fact and include statements regarding the potential of tarcocimab to treat and prevent vision loss in certain patients, including the potential to improve vision and anatomic responses while substantially reducing the number of eye injections and the treatment burden for RVO patients; the potential implications of BEACON results for additional studies; our regulatory strategy, including the expected timing of results from various studies and the bases on which regulatory approval may be sought;. Forward-looking statements generally include statements that are predictive in nature and depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and include words such as "may," "will," "should," "would," "could," "expect," "plan," "believe," "intend," "pursue," and other similar expressions among others. Any forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations of future events and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those set forth in or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risk that preliminary safety, efficacy and durability data for our tarcocimab tedromer product candidate may not continue or persist; the risk that tarcocimab tedromer may not have the anti-VEGF effect or impact on the treatment of RVO expected; cessation or delay of any of the ongoing clinical studies and/or our development of tarcocimab tedromer may occur, including as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic; the risk that our ABC Platform may not extend treatment intervals in retinal disorders as anticipated, or at all; future potential regulatory milestones of tarcocimab tedromer, including those related to current and planned clinical studies, may be insufficient to support regulatory submissions or approval; adverse economic conditions may significantly impact our business and operations, including our clinical trial sites, and those of our manufacturers, contract research organizations or other parties with whom we conduct business; as well as the other risks identified in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. For a discussion of other risks and uncertainties, and other important factors, any of which could cause our actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see the section entitled "Risk Factors" in our most recent Form 10-K, as well as discussions of potential risks, uncertainties, and other important factors in our subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and Kodiak undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Kodiak®, Kodiak Sciences®, ABC™, ABC Platform™ and the Kodiak logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Kodiak Sciences Inc. in various global jurisdictions.
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DURHAM, N.C., June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New TARGET-NASH data shows longitudinal trajectories of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) remained comparatively stable among patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in the latest real-world study by Target RWE. Selected as part of the Poster Tours at the International Liver Congress™ (ILC) 2022 in London, the analysis aimed to evaluate longitudinal variability in ALT and estimated the probability of a patient transitioning from their baseline level.
"Researchers have not been able to keep pace with the rapidly growing disease burden of NAFLD that is increasing concern from a public health standpoint. As a common biomarker used to monitor liver injuries, very little is known about ALT fluctuations over periods of time and, further, the influence of patient characteristics on ALT trajectories in patients with NAFLD. It's important to continue to generate valuable real-world data, as presented today at ILC 2022, to battle the rising global prevalence of NAFLD," said Arun J. Sanyal, M.B.B.S., M.D., Director of Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health, Interim Chair of Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Z. Reno Vlahcevic Professor of Medicine, Physiology, and Molecular Pathology, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Dr. Sanyal is also co-chair of the TARGET-NASH steering committee and is a co-author of the study.
The TARGET-NASH abstract, Longitudinal ALT trajectories are generally stable among patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD): An investigation using artificial recurrent neural networks (Poster #3710/FRI103), analyzed over 3,600 adult patients with NAFLD in the U.S. with three or more ALT measures. ALT categories were defined as: normal (≤30U/L), slightly high (1-2X normal), high (2-3X normal), and very high (>3X normal).
Patients were followed over a median of 38.2 months with 3.9 months between ALT measures. The median age of patients was 59 with a history of hypertension (74%), type 2 diabetes (54%), cardiovascular disease (22%), and statin use (46%). Patients in higher ALT categories at baseline were younger with a higher proportion of Hispanic or Latino participants in comparison to lower ALT categories.
"Understanding the course of ALT fluctuations is important for helping to differentiate natural variation from potential hepatotoxic or beneficial effects of therapeutics. Our study found that longitudinal ALT trajectories remained relatively stable for many participants with NAFLD over time," said Michael W. Fried, M.D., FAASLD, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer, Target RWE, and first author. "Further research and analyses are needed to explore ALT trends associated with probability of clinical outcomes."
Sponsored by Target RWE, TARGET-NASH is a longitudinal, observational cohort of adult and pediatric participants with NAFLD and/or NASH receiving usual care from academic and community centers in the U.S. and Europe, enrolling over 7,000 participants to date. Real world data is collected from consented participants, who may also provide patient-reported outcome measures and biospecimens. Learn about TARGET-NASH publications here.
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Volkswagen Group is taking its Porsche subsidiary public via an initial public offering, and on Sunday confirmed the offer period will start Sept. 20 and run until an expected closing date eight days later.
VW Group will price the shares at a range of 76.50 euros to 82.50 euros per share, which at the upper price limit will value Porsche at 75 billion euros (approximately $75 billion). The shares will be listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
The valuation, while small compared to Tesla, is bigger than the market capitalization of fellow German automakers such as BMW (49 billion euros) and Mercedes-Benz (61 billion euros), and comes close VW Group’s own market capitalization of 88 billion euros.
“We believe Porsche AG, with its robust business model and compelling financial performance, is ready to launch its IPO,” Lutz Meschke, Porsche’s deputy chairman and head of finance and IT, said in a statement.
Ahead of the IPO, Porsche has been divided into 911 million shares, split evenly between preferred and ordinary shares. The preferred shares have no voting rights but come with higher dividends. Up to 113,875,000 preferred shares will be offered to investors in the IPO.
Porsche SE, the holding company majority owned by the Porsche and Piëch families, and the biggest shareholder in VW Group, plans to acquire 25% plus one share of the ordinary shares at the price of the preferred shares plus a 7.5% premium, a move that will provide the holding company with a blocking minority, and as a result sway in any key decisions.
Sovereign wealth funds from Abu Dhabi, Norway, and Qatar, as well as investment firm T. Rowe Price, will acquire preferred shares worth up to 3.68 billion euros in total at the upper price limit, VW Group said.
Should the IPO prove successful, VW Group may follow with an IPO of recently established battery company PowerCo. Speaking at an investor presentation in July, Arno Antlitz, VW Group’s chief financial officer, said the battery company has been set up in a way to make a listing next year or in 2024 possible. PowerCo is responsible for VW Group’s global battery activities. The company has announced plans for six battery plants in Europe and is considering establishing plants in North America as well.
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PONTIAC, Mich. (WLNS) – A Michigan woman has been convicted of killing her father with lye, a chemical drain cleaner.
On June 15, a jury found Megan Imirowicz guilty of killing her 64-year-old father, Konrad Imirowicz.
According to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office, on Oct. 1, 2021, Imirowicz threw lye on her sleeping father, causing chemical burns across his body.
Her father survived for five months in the hospital. He passed away three days after being taken off life support.
Imirowicz was 18 when she killed her father.
“This is a tragic case. The defendant lashed out in anger and wound up killing her father,”
said Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald in a statement. “I commend the prosecution team for the tremendous work that went into the prosecution and securing justice for the victim
in this case.”
Imirowicz was found guilty on charges of unlawful possession or use of harmful devices or irritants causing death, and domestic violence.
She is set to be sentenced on July 25, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. | https://www.wdtn.com/news/michigan-woman-convicted-in-fathers-death-caused-by-chemical-burns/ | 2023-06-18 18:29:45 | 0 | https://www.wdtn.com/news/michigan-woman-convicted-in-fathers-death-caused-by-chemical-burns/ |
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas House and Senate Democrats continue pushing for higher teacher pay, filing a bill that would significantly raise teacher salaries across the board.
Both Republicans and Democrats have publicly said they are for raising teacher pay, though the way to do it is being debated.
On Thursday, House and Senate Democrats filed a bill called the RAISE Act of 2023. It stands for Raising Arkansas’s Investment in Schools and Educators. We first saw this in the previous special session.
“We wanted to bring it back again, obviously it wasn’t successful,” said House Minority Leader Tippi McCullough (D-District 74). “The governor didn’t take it up in the special session, so we wanted to bring it back the 2023 version of it this time because it’s still our priority.”
The bill would raise starting teacher pay from $36,000 to $50,000 and provide a $10,000 bonus for every teacher in Arkansas. Democrats also filed a companion bill to raise classified school staff pay to $15 an hour.
For one school administrator, Nathalie Coulter, this raise feels much needed.
“Right now, there is a teacher shortage and also people, they come into the teacher shortage, and they leave when they realize how little their pay is,” Coulter said. “I think it’ll be an incentive for people going into the teaching field or thinking about becoming a teacher.”
“It’s a pretty ambitious bill,” McCullough said. “We know that the governor, she’s probably going to have some type of raise in her package.”
Senate Majority Leader Bart Hester (R-District 33) agreed this is an ambitious bill.
He said he completely agrees with Democrats that a raise is much deserved for teachers, though he is pointing to a larger package from Governor Sanders that includes not only teacher raises but many other reforms related to education.
“It’s going to be part of an overall education reform package that will be released in the next couple of weeks, but it will not be filed in an individual bill,” he said.
Hester said teachers should rest assured that raises are still coming their way, even if the legislature does not pass the Democrat’s bill.
“I think teachers should be encouraged even if this bill doesn’t pass – and I don’t suspect that it will – that pay raises are coming.”
Senator Hester said he is not sure the dollar amount that will be in that package for teacher raises. He said it is hard to say at this point, but we should know within a few weeks.
“We give $72,000 a year to the school district per teacher but the superintendents and the school boards just don’t spend it on teacher pay,” Hester said. “We’re doing our part it’s just getting spent differently on a local level… that’s why they’re filing a bill trying to force superintendents and school boards to actually pay teachers what we send to teachers.”
Coulter said she is hopeful to see Democrats pass this bill, though she knows it would be hard with a Republican majority. She said either way, she hopes to see legislators take action on their salaries to address the teacher shortage in Arkansas and make pay here in this state competitive with other states in the south.
“$36,000 is really not enough for someone to raise a family,” she said. “The beginning salary here in Arkansas is really below the surrounding states.” | https://www.fox16.com/news/politics/teacher-pay-bill-in-state-legislature-gets-response-from-both-sides/ | 2023-01-28 06:49:52 | 1 | https://www.fox16.com/news/politics/teacher-pay-bill-in-state-legislature-gets-response-from-both-sides/ |
McCarthy edges Republicans closer to House debt vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans pushed their debt ceiling package to a vote as soon as Wednesday as Speaker Kevin McCarthy and his leadership team huddled with key holdouts late into Tuesday evening, working to ensure they would have majority support for passage.
Prospects for the sweeping package were buoyed by a nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office analysis showing the Republican plan would reduce federal deficits by $4.8 trillion over the decade if the proposed changes were enacted into law. The House Republican plan would lift the debt ceiling by $1.5 trillion into 2024 in exchange for steep budget cuts Democrats and even some Republicans oppose. President Joe Biden has threatened to veto the bill.
McCarthy declined to say late Tuesday whether he had the 218 votes needed from his slim majority in the face of Democratic opposition.
The Republican speaker’s office at the U.S. Capitol became a revolving door of lawmakers coming and going, including a contingent of Iowa lawmakers believed to have concerns over gutting clean energy tax breaks for biofuels. With 222 Republicans in the majority, and absences expected this week, McCarthy has almost no votes to spare.
“There’s been a lot of fruitful conversations and we’re confident we’re going to get it passed,” said Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., the vice chairman of the House Republican conference.
While the 320-page package has almost no chance of becoming law, McCarthy is using it as a strategy to shake up the debate. Biden has so far refused to engage with the House Republicans on what the White House calls “hostage taking” over the debt ceiling. McCarthy hopes passage will kickstart talks with Democrats.
From the White House, the administration said the president would veto the bill. Biden dismissed the Republican ideas as the “same old trickle down” economics down “dressed up in MAGA clothing,” a reference to the Trump-era “Make America Great Again” slogan that has come to represent the more extreme elements in the Republican Party.
“To default would be totally irresponsible,” Biden said at an event Tuesday after announcing his reelection campaign.
It’s a first big test for the president and the Republican speaker, coming at a time of increased political anxiety about the need to raise the federal debt limit, now at $31 trillion, to keep paying the country’s already accrued debts.
The Treasury Department is taking “extraordinary measures” to pay the bills, but funding is expected to run out this summer. Economists and experts warn that even the threat of a federal debt default would send shockwaves through the economy.
“This economic catastrophe is preventable,” Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said in a speech Tuesday. “The solution is simple: Congress must vote to raise or suspend the debt limit. It should do so without conditions. And it should not wait until the last minute.”
To push the bill to passage Wednesday or later this week, McCarthy was working to unite the “five families” — the often warring factions of the House Freedom Caucus and others that make up the House Republican majority.
In exchange for raising the debt limit by $1.5 trillion into 2024, the bill would rollback federal spending to fiscal 2022 levels and cap future spending at 1% a year for the next decade.
The package would also impose tougher work requirements on recipients of food stamps and government aid, halt Biden’s plans to forgive up to $20,000 in student loans and end the landmark renewable energy tax breaks Biden signed into law last year. It would tack on a sweeping Republican bill to boost oil, gas and coal production.
Lawmakers were negotiating late into the evening Tuesday on last-minute changes. Lawmakers for Iowa and other Midwestern states had concerns about rescinding new tax breaks on biofuels, while a member of the Freedom Caucus wanted more changes to bolster work requirements.
Rep. Scott Perry, R-Pa., the chairman of the Freedom Caucus, said he was waiting to see the final product..
“There’s a lot of questions,” said Rep. Kevin Hern of Oklahoma, the chairman of the powerful Republican Study Committee.
But Hern said McCarthy let the caucus leaders know, “He’s not changing the bill.”
Senators have been bystanders in the debate, but are awaiting next steps.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called the Republican bill “a wish-list straight out of the Freedom Caucus playbook. It might as well be called the Default On America Act because that’s exactly what it is: DOA.”
But Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell said, “It’s time for President Biden to stop the partisan stubbornness, join Speaker McCarthy at the grown-ups’ table, and get talking.”
On Tuesday, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said if the changes proposed in the bill were carried out it would shave $4.8 trillion off the deficit over the next decade, with large chunks coming from ending the student loan forgiveness and green energy tax breaks.
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Associated Press writers Kevin Freking, Colleen Long and Fatima Hussein contributed to this report.
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GRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — One Thursday morning in May, instead of sitting at a desk in her sixth grade classroom in the Oregon mountains, Khloe Warne sat at a table in her mother’s bakery, doing her schoolwork on a laptop and watching her favorite clips of anime.
Khloe, 12, loves drawing, writing and especially reading — in second grade, she was already reading at a sixth grade level. But she only goes to school one day a week for two hours. The district said she needed shorter school days last year when Khloe threw a desk and fought with students in outbursts her mother attributes to a failure to support her needs. Khloe, who has been diagnosed with autism, ADHD and an anxiety disorder, had no individualized education plan for her disability when she returned to in-person learning after the pandemic.
Not being able to attend school regularly has saddened Khloe, stunted her education and isolated her from her peers, her mother says. It has also upended her family’s life. Her mother, Alyssa Warne, had to quit her job for a time in order to stay home with her. She described the fight to get her daughter back in the classroom as exhausting, stressful and sad.
“She just wants a friend,” Alyssa Warne said. “It’s not asking much to send your kid to school for at least one whole day.”
Across the U.S., advocates say, schools are removing students with disabilities from the classroom, often in response to challenging behavior, by sending them home or cutting back on the days they’re allowed to attend.
Schools say the move can be necessary to keep students and teachers safe and prevent disturbances. But parents and advocates argue the shortened days, often referred to as informal removals, amount to discrimination and violations of students’ civil rights. Under federal law, it is illegal to bar a child from receiving the same education as their peers based on conditions stemming from their disability.
Alyssa Warne sued her daughter’s school and school district this month, alleging disability discrimination. School officials did not respond to requests for comment on the lawsuit. In an earlier email, the school director said she couldn’t comment on individual students because of privacy concerns.
In Oregon, a clash between parents and schools culminated this spring at the Statehouse. A bill to curb the use of shortened days, essentially giving parents veto power over such a decision, is pending in the House of Representatives after near-unanimous passage in the Senate. Pressure from school boards and superintendents has hurt the legislation’s chances, its chief sponsor said.
“It shouldn’t have been controversial because these kids have had this right for such a long time,” Democratic state Sen. Sara Gelser Blouin said of her bill. “I wish that we could serve these kids, respect these kids and lift these kids up and honor their rights without being ordered by a court to do so.”
Dan Stewart, managing attorney for education and employment at the National Disability Rights Network, said he wasn’t aware of other states with laws limiting schools’ use of shortened days as Oregon’s bill would have. But a number of states have issued guidance through their departments of education informing schools that shortened days could potentially amount to discrimination under federal law.
Since the 1970s, federal law has guaranteed students with disabilities the right to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. This means, as much as possible, they should be learning alongside their peers who don’t have disabilities, with necessary accommodations. It’s illegal for school districts to cite a lack of money or staff as a reason for not educating a child with disabilities.
But states don’t always enforce the law, advocates say. Instead of hiring specialists, training teachers or providing tailored services, they say, some schools are shortening students’ schedules as a way to manage difficult behavior.
Oregon is embroiled in a lawsuit over schools’ use of shortened school days, filed by the nonprofit advocacy group Disability Rights Oregon in 2019. Experts appointed by the court to research the issue found about 1,000 Oregon students with disabilities — most of them in elementary school — are on shortened schedules.
“While less than 2% of students in special education are placed on a shortened school day, for those students and their families, this amounted to often a dramatic decrease in the amount of instruction received, a loss of opportunities for interaction with peers, and an educational program that put them in a position to lag further and further behind their peers in both academic and social emotional skills,” the experts’ report said.
This spring, in the debate over the bill, teachers unions said a lack of specialized training and a post-pandemic crisis in student mental health were putting them in harm’s way and disrupting classrooms.
“Education employees are reporting frequent injuries caused by students, and yet they are provided with limited training and scarce options to protect themselves from harm,” wrote Susan Allen of the Oregon School Employees Association.
But schools receive federal and state money for kids with disabilities that they should use for training and staffing, advocates say.
“Resource allocation is a decision, and school districts have decided not to invest,” said Meghan Moyer, public policy director for the nonprofit advocacy organization Disability Rights Oregon.
For some Oregon families, the bill’s stalling is only their latest setback.
Another parent in Grants Pass, Chelsea Rasmussen, has been fighting for more than a year for her 8-year-old daughter Scarlett to attend full days at school.
Scarlett reads at her grade level, but is nonverbal and uses an electronic device and online videos to communicate. She was born with a genetic condition that causes her to have seizures and makes it hard for her to eat and digest food. Because of her medical needs, the school must have a resident nurse on site.
After the pandemic, Scarlett’s mother agreed to start her on a three-day school week to ease her into in-person learning for the first time. But it took months of meetings to bump her up to five days a week, Chelsea Rasmussen said. School employees, she said, told her the district lacked the staff to tend to Scarlett’s medical and educational needs at school.
Officials at the school system attended by Scarlett, Grants Pass School District 7, said staffing was not a factor in her case.
“We try not to shorten days for students with special needs,” said Vanessa Jones, the district’s director of special services. “It’s a team decision and we use it as sparingly as we can.”
At home, Scarlett kept showing her mom online videos of children playing or Sesame Street lessons. She longed to be at school, her mother said.
“We wasted a year with a child that could do grade-level work,” Chelsea Rasmussen said.
She plans to continue speaking out — both for Scarlett and other families struggling with the same issue.
“How can you not allow a child to have an education?” she said. “We don’t feel like we should have to fight that hard for a student to feel like they belong.”
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Claire Rush is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/national-news/she-just-wants-a-friend-families-push-for-full-school-days-for-children-with-disabilities/ | 2023-06-21 06:47:03 | 0 | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/national-news/she-just-wants-a-friend-families-push-for-full-school-days-for-children-with-disabilities/ |
PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) — A woman and her dog were rescued from a Petersburg house fire Sunday afternoon.
According to a press release from the Petersburg Fire Department, they responded to a call on Pocahontas Island at just after 12:20 p.m. When they arrived, they saw heavy fire and smoke coming from the modest two-story home.
Firefighters quickly entered the building, fighting through zero visibility conditions to rescue a woman in her 60’s and her dog.
The woman was taken to a nearby hospital and the dog was taken to a vet — but there has not yet been any update on their condition.
The Petersburg Fire Department also thanked Chesterfield Fire & EMS for providing backup while they responded to the fire, and said that the Red Cross had been called in to assist the two displaced residents of the home. | https://www.wric.com/news/local-news/the-tri-cities/woman-dog-rescued-from-petersburg-house-fire/ | 2022-11-13 22:35:59 | 1 | https://www.wric.com/news/local-news/the-tri-cities/woman-dog-rescued-from-petersburg-house-fire/ |
Kitten rescued from engine compartment
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Uvalde mayor: Police didn’t get early chance to end massacre
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The mayor of Uvalde on Friday disputed a new report that alleges missed chances to quickly end the massacre at a Texas elementary school, again reflecting the lack of definitive answers about the slow law enforcement response to one of the deadliest classroom shootings in U.S. history.
Mayor Don McLaughlin said no Uvalde police officer saw the gunman outside Robb Elementary School before he went inside and that none of them had an opportunity to fire on the shooter. His comments contradict a critique of the decision-making by law enforcement that was released this week by tactical response experts at Texas State University.
The differing accounts and public rebuke of the report reiterated how, more than six weeks after the May 24 shooting, questions remain about how and why police armed with rifles and bulletproof shields waited more than an hour before confronting the gunman in a fourth-grade classroom where 21 people were killed, including 19 children.
It also widened a rift between Uvalde officials and the state, particularly the Texas Department of Public Safety, which had troopers on the scene and has directed much of the blame to the local school district police chief. The new report was requested by DPS, and the findings were similar to the narrative that leaders of the state police force have previously given publicly.
“There were dozens of DPS troopers onsite by the time of the breach in the classroom,” McLaughlin said in a statement.
Representatives of the Department of Public Safety did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
It is not the first time McLaughlin has lashed out at the agency. He has previously accused DPS of publicly giving an incomplete and one-sided account at the same time he says local officials have been instructed to not divulge information while the investigation is ongoing.
Col. Steve McCraw, who heads DPS, has largely blamed the inaction by law enforcement on Uvlade School District Police Chief Pete Arredondo, describing him as the incident commander during the shooting.
Arredondo has told the Texas Tribune that he did not believe he was in charge of the scene. He has kept a low profile since the shooting, and resigned last week from his elected position on the City Council.
The report this week was drafted by the university’s Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training program. Authors of the 26-page report said they were contacted by DPS shortly after the shooting to assess the law enforcement response and that they had an approximately one-hour briefing led by an “investigating officer” who is not named.
One of the report’s most striking details was how a Uvalde police officer, armed with a rifle, watched the gunman walk toward the campus but did not fire while waiting for permission from a supervisor to shoot. The supervisor “either did not hear or responded too late,” according to the report.
McLaughlin said no Uvalde officer had a chance to shoot the gunman before entering the school, and that while an officer did see someone outside, the officer could not tell who it was.
“Ultimately, it was a coach with children on the playground, not the shooter,” McLaughlin said.
Pete Blair, the executive director of the training center that published the report, did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment Friday.
A separate report on the shooting is being compiled by Texas legislators who have spent weeks interviewing more than 20 witnesses and first responders behind closed doors. On Monday, the committee is expected to hear for the first time from the Uvalde County sheriff after lawmakers sent him a letter this week trying to compel his testimony.
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South Carolina Upstate Spartans (6-7, 1-1 Big South) at Radford Highlanders (7-8, 1-1 Big South)
The Spartans are 1-1 against Big South opponents. South Carolina Upstate ranks sixth in the Big South with 8.5 offensive rebounds per game led by Seny Ndiaye averaging 1.8.
The Highlanders and Spartans square off Wednesday for the first time in conference play this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Smith is scoring 12.0 points per game with 3.5 rebounds and 1.9 assists for the Highlanders. Kenyon Giles is averaging 11.9 points and 1.5 rebounds while shooting 45.2% over the last 10 games for Radford.
Ahmir Langlais is averaging eight points for the Spartans. Jordan Gainey is averaging 16.5 points over the last 10 games for South Carolina Upstate.
LAST 10 GAMES: Highlanders: 4-6, averaging 67.9 points, 30.5 rebounds, 12.7 assists, 7.0 steals and 4.1 blocks per game while shooting 44.9% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 66.9 points per game.
Spartans: 5-5, averaging 72.3 points, 28.4 rebounds, 11.9 assists, 8.4 steals and 4.1 blocks per game while shooting 47.1% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 73.3 points.
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"Great Place to Work Certification™ isn't something that comes easily – it takes ongoing dedication to the employee experience," said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of global recognition at Great Place to Work. "It's the only official recognition determined by employees' real-time reports of their company culture. Earning this designation means that Fully Accountable is one of the best companies to work for in the country."
"One of the unique features of our company is that we operate a "hybrid operations model". We have a corporate office located in Fairlawn, Ohio and we have remote team members that we call "homies" who, appropriately so, work from home! The culture of the team is amazing. We have really excelled at making the "hybrid and homies" thrive. In the last year, we've expanded our work from home flexibility and started having themed holiday events each month and fun quarterly corporate events." - Vinnie Fisher, CEO of Fully Accountable.
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Because we deliver consistency, excellence, and innovation, we are intimidating to our competition and embraced by our team, clients, and vendors.
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Great Place to Work® Certification™ is the most definitive "employer-of-choice" recognition that companies aspire to achieve. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place to Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place to Work-Certified.
About Great Place to Work®
Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Their employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting and insights they need to make data-driven people decisions. Everything they do is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organization become a great place to work For All™.
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Unified solution drives new efficiencies, elevates member experience
NEW YORK, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Expedition Credit Union has delivered a unified member service experience that supports all live engagements on the Glia Interaction Platform with Glia Call Center and Glia Digital Customer Service. Bringing all phone and digital interactions onto a single, ChannelLess™ platform with Glia has driven efficiencies in management, staffing and reporting while simultaneously boosting member satisfaction.
Expedition launched Glia ahead of its digital banking conversion, knowing its 17,000 members would need additional support during this transition. By streamlining the member and employee experience on a single platform, Expedition was able to successfully handle twice its usual monthly interactions during a digital banking conversion without requiring additional headcount.
"Having a unified, single solution for digital and phone support that was intuitive for our staff to train on allowed us to successfully complete our digital banking conversion without member disruption," said Chris Nelson, VP of Operations at Expedition. "The staff and member perception has been amazing. It's one of the easiest systems I've ever trained on."
A key differentiator for Expedition in its new digital-first member service approach is the ability to seamlessly transition members to any channel within the same engagement, regardless of what channel they started the interaction in. With Glia's ChannelLess™ Architecture, a member can now initiate a chat, easily upgrade to OnScreen Voice, and be transferred to a different department all in one seamless interaction without restarting or repeating themselves. And for phone callers who are already on screen, those interactions can now be connected to the on-screen experience, reducing handle times and elevating the member experience.
The ability to seamlessly transition conversations to the appropriate channel or department—leveraging on-screen collaboration features such as CoBrowsing when needed—has helped Expedition increase member satisfaction as well as conversions and cross-sell opportunities.
"We want our members to have a seamless transition to different expertise and different departments. Without a single, ChannelLess™ platform, you can't deliver that experience," said Dennis Griesgraber, Chief Operations Officer at Expedition. "Glia has not only allowed us to meet our members in the channel they want to interact in, but also seamlessly pass those interactions to the appropriate staff member to best assist them."
To learn more about Expedition Credit Union and how the credit union has successfully unified digital and phone interactions on a single platform, read the Expedition Case Study.
About Glia
Glia is reinventing how businesses support their customers in a digital world. Glia's Digital Customer Service (DCS) solution enriches web and mobile experiences with digital communication choices, on-screen collaboration, and AI-enabled assistance. Glia has partnered with over 400 credit unions, banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions worldwide to improve the customer experience and drive business results. Named a Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ company for a third year in a row and a Great Place to Work (with a 97% employee satisfaction rating), Glia continues to achieve broad industry recognition and customer service thought leadership including publishing the definitive book on DCS with Wiley. The company has raised over $150 million in funding from top investors and ws recently valued at over $1B by top tier investors. To learn more visit glia.com.
About Expedition Credit Union
Expedition Credit Union was founded in 1957 to serve Minnesota's education community. As the only credit union sponsored by Education Minnesota ESI, Expedition now serves the community in several counties around the Twin Cities area. Expedition values the opportunity to serve educators and community members alike to be successful on their financial journeys. With over $230 million in assets and over 17,000 members, Expedition offers a full line of financial services for its members and operates branch locations in Apple Valley & Coon Rapids. For more information, please visit https://www.expeditioncu.com/.
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Wray: FBI blocked planned cyberattack on children’s hospital
WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI thwarted a planned cyberattack on a children’s hospital in Boston that was to have been carried out by hackers sponsored by the Iranian government, FBI Director Christopher Wray said Wednesday.
Wray told a Boston College cybersecurity conference that his agents learned of the planned digital attack from an unspecified intelligence partner and got Boston Children’s Hospital the information it needed last summer to block what would have been “one of the most despicable cyberattacks I’ve seen.”
“And quick actions by everyone involved, especially at the hospital, protected both the network and the sick kids who depended on it,” Wray said.
The FBI chief recounted that anecdote in a broader speech about ongoing cyber threats from Russia, China and Iran and the need for partnerships between the U.S. government and the private sector.
He said the bureau and Boston Children’s Hospital had worked closely together after a hacktivist attacked the hospital’s computer network in 2014. Martin Gottesfeld launched a cyberattack at the hospital to protest the care of a teenager at the center of a high-profile custody battle and later was sentenced to 10 years in prison. The attack against the hospital and a treatment home cost the facilities tens of thousands of dollars and disrupted operations for days.
“Children’s and our Boston office already knew each other well — before the attack from Iran — and that made a difference,” Wray said.
He did not ascribe a particular motive to the planned attack on the hospital, but he noted that Iran and other countries have been hiring cyber mercenaries to conduct attacks on their behalf.
When it comes to Russia, he said, the FBI is “racing” to warn potential targets about preparatory actions that hackers are taking toward destructive attacks. In March, for instance, the FBI warned that it was seeing increased interest by hackers in energy companies since the start of Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Hackers from China, meanwhile, have stolen more corporate and personal data from Americans than all other nations combined as part of a broader geopolitical goal to “lie, cheat and steal,” Wray said.
The speech took place as the FBI continues to combat ransomware attacks from criminal gangs, an ongoing concern for U.S. officials despite the absence of crippling intrusions in recent months.
Wray emphasized the need for private companies to work with the FBI to thwart ransomware gangs and nation-state hackers, adding that building those relationships is a key to success.
“What these partnerships let us do is hit our adversaries at every point — from the victims’ networks, back all the way to the hackers’ own computers,” Wray said.
The FBI and other federal agencies have been working to assure hacking victims that it is in their best interest to report intrusions and cyber crimes. Many companies attacked by ransomware gangs often don’t go to the FBI for a variety of reasons.
U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, a Republican from Ohio and the ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued a report earlier this year critical of the FBI’s response to some ransomware victims. In two cases, the FBI “prioritized its investigative and prosecutorial efforts to disrupt attacker operations over victims’ need to protect data and mitigate damage,” the report said.
One unnamed Fortune 500 company told committee staff that the FBI did not offer any “helpful assistance” when responding to a ransomware attack.
“For example, the FBI offered their hostage negotiator who appeared to have little expertise in responding to ransomware attacks,” the report said.
Wray, though, touted the FBI’s capacity to get a technically trained agent to any victimized company in an hour — “and we use it a lot.”
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Polling stations in Barnstable will stay open until midnight after voting was delayed Tuesday morning when the door to a large vault storing the ballots in Town Hall malfunctioned.
Although polls across Massachusetts officially opened at 7 a.m. for residents to cast their votes, the debacle in Barnstable stalled the process there until just before 11 a.m., when polling stations eventually received emergency paper ballots that needed to be printed out, officials said.
“Paper ballots will be identical to machine-readable ballots, but will need to be hand-counted at the end of the night,” according to a tweet from Secretary of State William Galvin’s office.
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The town asked residents to “please be kind and pack a little patience” as polling stations got up and running following the unexpected mishap.
By Tuesday afternoon, the issue will the vault still hadn’t been fixed. But Galvin’s office “obtained an order from a Suffolk Superior Court judge requiring the town to keep polling places open until midnight,” so that everyone could have a chance to vote, according to a statement from his office.
#JustIn A judge has issued a court order allowing the town of Barnstable to polling places open until MIDNIGHT to ensure voters who were turned away this morning have time to come back and vote if they choose #7News #thread /8 pic.twitter.com/W1JwP09Ck3
— Juliana Mazza (@julianamazzatv) September 6, 2022
Polling places around Barnstable have received or will soon be receiving printed paper ballots.
— Mass. Elections (@VotingInMass) September 6, 2022
Secretary Galvin is seeking a court order to extend polling hours in Barnstable to make sure everyone gets a chance to vote today.
The problem started around 4:15 a.m. Tuesday, when workers went to open the vault so that the ballots, which are secured in suitcases, could be taken to the proper precincts, Town Clerk Ann Quirk said during a press conference.
Workers had been able to access the vault without any issues over the weekend, but when they tried again on Tuesday “it would not open,” she said.
Quirk said she also tried to open the door several times herself, but she was also unsuccessful.
“I don’t know what happened to the door overnight,” she said. “But it broke is the best thing I can say. So we could not get it open.”
Quirk immediately contacted Galvin’s office for assistance, and notified everyone in town about the ongoing issue using the Barnstable website and various social media accounts.
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Emergency workers with the state arrived on site to help resolve the problem shortly after it was reported. At one point a locksmith with Outer Cape Locksmiths showed up and took a crack at the opening the vault, after “hearing about the issues on the radio,” according to NPR reporter Eve Zuckoff, who covers the Cape and Islands.
But the locksmith left after learning a Boston-based company was on their way to help.
“She was told the handle was sheared off, which can happen from years of use, or a number of reasons, really,” Zuckoff tweeted. “Said it’s a complicated fix.”
Outer Cape Locksmith is leaving because Boston Locksmith is reportedly on the way. She was told the handle was sheared off, which can happen from years of use, or a number of reasons, really. Said it’s a complicated fix.
— Eve Zuckoff (@evezuckoff) September 6, 2022
Asst. Town clerk said she’s too busy to talk at the moment
Folks, I’m standing by the vault watching a locksmith try to unlock it. No photos or videos for security reasons. Tweeting on a break outside the hall where the vault is. Mission: Crack safe to secure an election.@WCAI_NPR @GBHNews pic.twitter.com/McDtBvZLVL
— Eve Zuckoff (@evezuckoff) September 6, 2022
More than 10,000 ballots were stored inside the vault, CAI reported. Barnstable has thirteen voting precincts and is the largest towns on the Cape, the outlet said. More than a dozen completed mail-in ballots collected over the weekend from the Town Hall mailbox are also in the vault, according to Quirk.
Quirk and the locksmiths from both companies did not immediately return requests for comment. But she told reporters at the scene that the integrity of the election process would not be compromised by the unfortunate event.
“The integrity of the election is always uppermost in our minds. As town clerks, that’s our job. That’s what we get paid to do,” Quirk said.
Several town clerks from across the region told Quirk that they would come to Barnstable to help officials count paper ballots after they finished up their own duties and polling stations, she said. Town employees have also offered assistance.
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“You can’t have a better group than that,” she said.
Based on previous elections, the town averages about a 7 percent turnout, Quirk said. While she said she doesn’t know whether people will go to the polls past 8 p.m., she added that as an elected official herself, “I can’t even imagine for those folks that are running how they must feel.”
“I wish that it didn’t happen,” she said. “But it happened.”
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How to use smart home routines
Smart home devices are more popular than ever, but many underestimate what you can do with them. Voice assistants let you create routines that make your life easier, especially when used in tandem with other smart devices. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about smart home routines.
Everything you need to know about smart home routines
What is a smart home routine?
These routines are a series of actions that happen in response to a specific command or event. You can trigger them at a particular time or when you say a certain phrase.
In many cases, they rely on other smart home devices to carry out the actions necessary for the routine. For example, you can use smart bulbs to turn your lights on each morning.
What can you do with smart home routines?
Smart home routines often control lighting, but the sky is the limit when you have numerous smart devices in your house.
According to Vazquez, “some fun ones are specific greetings for video doorbells; when someone rings it, you can have it deliver a particular greeting message and turn on a light. If you have a smart garage door opener, it can determine your proximity, open the garage, turn on some lights and let your family know you’re home.”
If you have kids, you can create routines to help them go to bed or get ready for school. For example, you may have the lights blink or dim when it’s close to bedtime.
How to set up a smart home routine
The process varies depending on the voice assistant you use. Still, in most cases, you begin by navigating to your device’s settings and clicking on “routines.”
Most voice assistants have numerous preset routines. If you want to design your own, simply follow the on-screen prompts and select the devices you want to use, the things you’d like those devices to do and the command you’ll use to trigger the routine.
Alexa devices have several options to trigger routines; these options can be found in the “when this happens” menu. If you select the “voice” option, you can use a particular voice command to start your routine, whereas the “schedule” option starts it automatically at a specified time. You can use the schedule option to create recurring routines.
If you choose the “smart home” option, you can trigger the routine in response to one of your device’s smart sensors. For example, you can use this option to turn on a fan or air conditioner if your smart thermostat determines your home exceeds a specific temperature.
Alexa devices also have a “sound detection” option that can trigger routines in response to everyday sounds, such as a baby crying or a dog barking. This feature is ideal for notifying you when your child or pet needs you.
Which devices do you need to optimize your routines?
Smart plugs are the most versatile addition to your routines. These devices let you turn lamps, appliances and other devices on and off. If you want to incorporate your home’s lighting, you may want to consider a few smart bulbs throughout your home.
Smart thermostats can detect temperature changes in your home for routines, and Amazon’s Echo Show device can trigger routines in response to detecting a particular person.
If you incorporate your smart coffee maker into your routine, you can wake up to a hot pot of coffee every morning. Additionally, if you have a smart lock, you can use it to ensure your doors are locked after you leave for work.
Smart light strips can add ambiance to your entertainment room when you sit down to relax for the day. You can use your robot vacuum in your smart home routine to ensure you come home to a clean house.
Smart home routine FAQ
Is there a particular voice assistant that’s best for smart home routines?
A. According to Vazquez, ”they’re all good at it. In general, Alexa is the best for ease of use, Google is the best for voice recognition and Apple is the best for privacy.”
How many routines can you have on Alexa?
A. Currently, you can have up to 99 routines on your Alexa device.
Smart home devices our expert recommended
TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug Four-Pack
These can be paired with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. You can group separate outlets when creating routines, making them work more efficiently. You can use the Kasa app to track each device’s power consumption.
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This features an 8-inch HD touch screen display. It has a built-in camera you can use to enhance your smart home routines. It has a cover you can use to protect your privacy when you don’t need the camera.
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MyQ Chamberlain Garage Door Sensor
Installation and setup are quick and easy. You can use this to open and close your garage door via your phone, voice command or smart home routine. It’s a great way to determine whether you’ve left your garage door open while away from home.
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You can lock and unlock your door via your smartphone or Apple HomeKit. It can use geofencing technology to unlock your door when you get home. Its discreet design doesn’t let others know you have a smart lock.
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Philips Hue Bluetooth Smart Lightstrip
These lights can produce numerous colors to create an ideal environment for entertainment, get-togethers or studying. It’s easy to set up and can be used as a night light. It’s compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit and Microsoft Cortana.
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This can play videos, help your kids with homework or enable kid-centric smart home routines. It features a fun chameleon design.
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Juan Carlos Diaz-Padron Elected National President
CORAL GABLES, Fla., July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies (LAAIA) announced today that it has elected its new Board of Directors for the 2023 through 2025 term.
Juan Carlos Diaz-Padron, Vice President at GIC Underwriters, a Granada Financial Group Company, was elected National President during the association's 53rd Annual Convention – the largest annual insurance convention and trade fair in South Florida. Diaz-Padron succeeds outgoing president Javier Naranjo, President and CEO of Everisk Insurance Programs.
"I'm honored to lead this outstanding organization as President, and I'm looking forward to serving and advocating on behalf of our members," said Diaz-Padron. "Our association represents the largest growing minority group in the United States – bringing together industry professionals from all backgrounds and connecting them with carriers, wholesalers and other industry partners. I'm confident LAAIA's focus on education, networking, political advocacy and community engagement is creating an environment that can better serve all of our members, our partners, and our industry."
In addition to Diaz-Padron, the other Board members for 2023-2025 are as follows:
- Vice President – Al Mendez, Mendez Insurance
- Treasurer – Hector Trujillo, Arena Insurance Agency
- Secretary – Allison Kallman, Marshall Sterling Kallman Insurance Agency
- Director – David Hand, Pini Insurance
- Director – Barry Sanders, Knight Insurance
- Director – Shelby Morena, Wright Flood
- Director – Rudy Valdes Diaz, Hull and Company
- Director – Maria Fisk, International Insurance Center
- Director – Jason Grodensky, Greenshield Risk Solutions
"Last year was an important time in LAAIA's evolution," said Maribel Ramirez, Executive Director of LAAIA. "We continued to grow our membership, mature our organization, and engage with new partners in the industry. I'm grateful for Javier's leadership of this organization over the past two years. His insight and experience were invaluable in helping LAAIA succeed."
Diaz-Padron joined GIC in 2009 and has more than a decade of experience running wholesale business operations, including program development, underwriting, strategic planning, and procedural oversight. In addition to his work at GIC, he previously served as President for the South Florida CPCU Society Chapter. He is the former Chairman of the Insurance and Risk Management Advisory Board for the City of Coral Gables, Florida, where he oversaw the development of a comprehensive municipal Property and Casualty program with over $240M in TIV. He also serves as a member of the Coral Gables Emergency Management Division Board.
"I want to congratulate JC on becoming National President," said Ramirez. "JC is a knowledgeable and well-respected professional within the insurance industry. His previous work on the LAAIA board and his vast experience as both a business and community leader make him an excellent choice as President. I'm confident that he will help LAAIA build on our momentum and help shape the future of our profession."
About LAAIA
The Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies (LAAIA) was founded in 1969 as "The Voice of Independent Insurance Agents." Today our members represent over $1 Billion in premiums. We work to ensure a healthy insurance environment by providing continuing education, legislative advocacy, representation on national advisory councils, monthly networking events, community outreach and the largest annual insurance convention and trade fair in South Florida. LAAIA is a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit professional association administered by a volunteer board of directors.
The Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies is an association of insurance professionals whose purpose is to protect the rights of its members for the benefit of the consumer through education, information, networking and active participation in the political environment and community service.
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A professor at a New York public college appeared to shout down pro-life students before snagging and throwing items in their display, accusing the students of spreading "propaganda" and "triggering" other students.
Hunter College students were manning a table displaying pro-life literature earlier this month when they were confronted by an angry professor, who shouted profanities at the students before tossing materials off the table, video of the interaction shows.
"You're not educating s---, this is f---ing propaganda," the professor tells the students in a clip posted to Twitter by Students for Life of America. "What are you going to do like anti-trans next?"
The aggressor in the situation was art professor Shellyne Rodriguez, who a Hunter College spokesperson confirmed works at the school as an adjunct assistant professor.
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According to the spokesperson, the school is aware of the encounter and is "taking this matter very seriously."
"The provost has opened an investigation into the professor’s actions," the spokesperson told Fox News Digital.
On her website, Rodriguez says she is a "writer and community organizer" who focuses her work on "strategies of survival against erasure and subjugation."
In the viral video of the confrontation with the students, two unidentified individuals appear to try to deescalate the situation, apologizing to Rodriguez while noting they are just attempting to educate people on the issue.
"This is bull----, this is violent," Rodriguez responds. "You're triggering my students."
"I am sorry about that," one of the pro-life students responds.
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"No you’re not, because you can’t even have a f---ing baby. So you don’t even know what that is. Get this s--- the f--- out of here," the professor fires back before attempting to push the items off the table. "F--- this s---."
It isn't clear if there was any interaction before the start of the video and what exactly the literature at the table says.
While the incident went viral on social media and was reported on by the College Fix, the professor's actions were defended by the PSC Graduate Center, a labor organization of graduate and professional schools at the City University of New York.
The group argued that the "Students for Life set up a table and prominent banners to propagate dangerously false propaganda," claiming such materials are "disinformation" and "should never be allowed to take root at our college."
The group then called the professor's actions "justified."
"Hunter College adjunct educator Shellyne Rodriguez approached the display, constructively critiqued the group members, and eventually physically took down items from the table," the group said. "Her actions to shut down the tabling were fully justified, and are part of a long and celebrated CUNY legacy of confronting groups such as military recruiters who disseminate misleading information."
They also noted Rodriguez was questioned about the incident by Hunter College Provost Manoj Pardasani and John Rose, dean of Diversity and Compliance and Campus Relations, though the result of those discussions was unclear.
Meanwhile, Hunter College said the school remains a place that encourages "the free expression of ideas."
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(Green Car Reports) — Ford is taking batteries very seriously, and it’s not going to spend more on them than it needs to.
What that means, Ford product development chief and CTO Doug Field explained at the company’s Capital Markets Day earlier this week, is redesigning next-generation EVs around weight savings, reduced complexity, lower rolling resistance, the right ride height, and close attention to aerodynamics—not aping existing ICE products but creating entirely different products. And that will keep battery packs no larger than needed, and hopefully keep prices down.
As it detailed earlier this week, that means there won’t be an Expedition Lightning, but instead a three-row electric SUV with 350 miles of range out of around a 100-kwh battery pack, coming in 2025.
Later, in a Q&A session with analysts, Ford CEO Jim Farley added some color to this new focus on optimizing around efficiency, and now going overboard on batteries.
“I have no idea what’s going on in this industry right now,” said Farley, clearly then seizing the opportunity for a jab at GM, which on the same day announced a fully electric Escalade IQ that might feasibly carry over the Hummer EV’s gigantic 205-kwh battery pack.
Huge EV batteries won’t make money?
“All I hear is all these announcements of 450-mile range, a 500-mile range, there was another one today about a three-row crossover, it’s going to go electric,” he said. “These batteries are huge; if you have those kind of batteries you will not make money.”
“We’re not going to go to 600-mile range,” added Farley. “We’re trying to make the smallest possible battery for competitive range.”
“I don’t understand why everyone is so obsessed with battery size,” continued the CEO. “Right now, it’s like, what range can you get? But the next question is…what size battery do you need for a competitive range? The second is a better question than the first. So the size of the batteries in the second gen is really important on cost.”
The efficiency talk isn’t unheard of and, well, not fixating on range alone has been a core facet of Green Car Reports’ EV buying advice for years. Tesla has long held an efficiency advantage across most if not all of its models, and that’s helped compound its road-trip charging-accessibility advantages.
Lucid has from the start been saying that efficiency is far more important than range—although simultaneously it’s blown the competition away with its Air sedan, offering up to 516 miles on a 112-kwh battery pack and a range of up to an EPA-rated 425 miles from 92 kwh.
Some still pushing for range and a super-size pack
That said, it’s good to get Ford on board with the idea, and automakers do seem fixated on a high range number, at the expense of a plus-sized battery pack. Chevrolet earlier this week confirmed that a version of the 2024 Chevy Silverado EV may get an estimated 450-mile range, while shying away from disclosing its battery size. And the 2025 Ram 1500 REV has a targeted range of 500 miles with a whopping 229-kwh pack.
So far there are no three-row electric SUVs that hit 350 miles of EPA range—not even the latest crop of models like the Mercedes EQS SUV (305 miles on 108 kwh) or upcoming Kia EV9 (300 miles on around 100 kwh).
The Tesla Model X gets close today, though, at an EPA-rated 348 miles from a pack of around 100 kwh. And the Rivian R1S will go an anticipated 340 miles with its 135-kwh Large Pack in the upcoming Dual-Motor version—with a 180-kwh Max Pack version coming soon and enabling an estimated 390 miles.
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“The efficiency obsession isn’t in the first year of the program,” said Field, after he’d noted that 350-mile range and super-fast charging was the starting point. “It goes on and on, finding every little change that you can get for aerodynamics, a mile here, a mile there, so we’re not going to stop.” | https://who13.com/automotive/ford-ceo-were-not-going-to-go-to-600-mile-range-on-evs/ | 2023-05-28 17:41:13 | 1 | https://who13.com/automotive/ford-ceo-were-not-going-to-go-to-600-mile-range-on-evs/ |
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un brought his daughter to visit troops to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the country’s army as he lauded the “irresistible might” of his nuclear-armed military, state media said Wednesday.
The visit preceded a massive military parade that apparently began Wednesday night in the capital, Pyongyang, where Kim was expected to showcase the latest hardware of his fast-growing nuclear weapons program that stokes the concern of its neighbors and the United States.
Two South Korean officials said the parade likely kicked off around 9 p.m. They didn’t provide further details and it wasn’t immediately clear whether Kim was attending. North Korean military parades are closely watched by outside governments and experts as they often feature newly developed weapons systems the North intends to eventually test and deploy.
In her fourth known public appearance, Kim’s daughter, Kim Ju Ae, believed to be 9 or 10 years old, stood close to her father as he shook the hands of senior officials and then sat next to him at a table. Analysts say Kim’s decision to bring his daughter to public events tied to his military is to remind the world he has no intention to voluntarily surrender his nuclear weapons, which he apparently sees as the strongest guarantee of his survival and the extension of his family’s dynastic rule.
State media’s lofty description of Kim Ju Ae, who has been called “respected” and “beloved,” has also inspired debate on whether she’s being primed as her father’s successor. She attended a flight test of an intercontinental ballistic missile in November and has accompanied her father to a meeting with military scientists and an inspection of ballistic missiles.
North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency said Wednesday that Kim visited the lodging quarters of the Korean People’s Army’s general officers with his daughter. He later gave an encouraging speech to troops at a banquet, praising them for maintaining the “strongest army in the world” despite external difficulties.
The visit came a day after Kim presided over a meeting with his top military brass and called for an expansion of combat exercises aimed at sharpening war readiness, as he looks to escalate an already provocative run in weapons demonstrations in the face of deepening tensions with his neighbors and Washington.
State media photos showed military officials applauding at the banquet, which appeared to be held at Pyongyang’s Yanggakdo Hotel. Kim and his daughter dressed alike in black suits and white dress shirts and held hands as they walked down a red carpet alongside Kim’s wife, Ri Sol Ju.
Kim during his speech said it was his “greatest honor” and delight to be the supreme commander of an army that is “fulfilling (the) call of the times and history as the strongest army in the world.”
State media reports on Kim’s visit to troops didn’t mention any comments made toward Washington or Seoul. But Pyongyang’s official Rodong Sinmun newspaper said in an editorial Wednesday that the North’s military is prepared to unleash a “super strong strike of unimaginable might to wipe out the origins of provocations without a trace” when facing enemy threats.
The newspaper said North Korea’s ramped up weapons tests and combat exercises last year were successful demonstrations of “overwhelming military might” that supports the government’s escalatory nuclear doctrine and its principle of “power-to-power, all-out confrontation” against enemies.
Residents in Pyongyang marked the anniversary by visiting the city’s Mansu Hill to lay flowers and pay respect to the statues of their late leaders, Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il, respectively the grandfather and father of their ruler, as soldiers lined up to salute.
North Korean state media haven’t confirmed plans for a parade. But commercial satellite images have shown weeks of apparent preparations involving huge numbers of troops and civilians for the event typically intended to glorify Kim Jong Un’s rule and his relentless push to cement the North’s status as a nuclear power.
North Korea is also facing deepening economic isolation and food shortages, showing the costs of Kim’s nuclear ambitions are piling up.
North Korea is coming off a record-breaking year in weapons testing, and the dozens of missiles it fired in 2022 included potentially nuclear-capable systems designed to strike targets in South Korea and the U.S. mainland.
The intensified testing activity was punctuated by fiery statements threatening preemptive nuclear attacks against its neighbors and the United States in a broad range of scenarios where it may perceive its leadership as under threat.
Animosity could rise in coming months with Kim doubling down on his nuclear push entering 2023.
During a major political conference in December, Kim called for an “exponential increase” of the country’s nuclear warheads, mass production of battlefield tactical nukes targeting “enemy” South Korea and the development of more powerful intercontinental ballistic missiles that could reach the continental United States.
Aside of developmental tests, North Korea could also dial up its military demonstrations in response the United States’ expanding combined militarily exercises with South Korea, which the allies say are aimed at countering the North’s evolving threat.
North Korea’s Foreign Ministry last week warned that the country is prepared to counter U.S. military moves with the “most overwhelming nuclear force” as it condemned U.S. plans to expand its joint exercise with South Korea and deploy more advanced military assets like bombers and aircraft carriers to the region. | https://www.wfla.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-north-korean-leader-kim-encourages-troops-with-daughter/ | 2023-02-08 20:45:41 | 1 | https://www.wfla.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-north-korean-leader-kim-encourages-troops-with-daughter/ |
The coolest way to get around in 2022 just got better
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Evolve Skateboards unveils a new electric skateboard series: the GTR and Stoke Series 2. Evolve's new electric longboards set a higher standard for personal transportation, with up to 50km of range and the ability to customise acceleration and braking curves. This is the 5th generation of electric skateboards produced by Evolve, the leading company in the personal micro-mobility industry.
The new series introduces Bluetooth FOC control to the GTR and Stoke boards, providing instant power with ultra-smooth acceleration and braking performance. The remote has a dual trigger design encased in a robust aluminium frame, making it the most sophisticated remote in the electric skateboarding market.
GTR Series 2
With 100% carbon fibre or bamboo deck options, the GTR Series 2 comes with powerful dual 6000W rated 6368 motors turning the day-to-day commute into an epic adventure. Riders can choose street wheels for a faster ride or all-terrain tyres to venture off the beaten path, including uneven surfaces such as dirt, gravel or compacted sand. In this new series, Evolve merged the sleek design that the GTR is known for with the upgraded motor controller.
Stoke Series 2
The new generation of the Stoke Series 2 is the ultimate last-mile vehicle, with a range of 15 km/h, turning any road or path into an endless wave. The deck features a rear kick-tail, making this board capable of popping off small curbs and lips that riders encounter on their daily ride. The Stoke board is the smallest and most portable Evolve's skateboard, known for its maneuverability.
The GTR and Stoke Series 2 are now available at https://evolveskateboardsusa.com
About Evolve Skateboards
Evolve Skateboards is the leading company in the electric skateboard industry. In the last 13 years, Evolve has been designing, testing and optimising every part of electric longboards so riders can experience the best boards in the world. With more than 15 awards, service centres, and distributors now servicing over 40 countries, Evolve Skateboards has a growing number of loyal riders worldwide.
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President Biden made a difficult and painful decision to accept Russian terms for a one-for-one exchange to release American basketball star Brittney Griner, a senior administration official said Thursday, saying the Russians rejected U.S. efforts to also release imprisoned American Paul Whelan.
“This was not a situation where we had a choice of which American to bring home. It was a choice between bringing home one particular American, Brittney Griner, or bringing home none,” the official said, speaking on a call with reporters shortly after Griner’s release was made public.
“In recent days, we were able to reach agreement on an option to secure Brittney’s release. President Biden made a difficult decision to accept that option. It resulted in the safe return home of an American. That is always our goal, get wrongfully detained Americans home safely, then keep working for the return of others,” the official said.
Griner’s exchange came with the early release from U.S. federal prison of convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout. The senior administration official said Biden made the “painful” decision to grant Bout clemency to secure Griner’s release.
Whelan, a former U.S. Marine, has spent four years behind Russian bars and was sentenced to 16 years in prison following a conviction on espionage charges in 2020. The U.S. has determined Whelan’s detention to be unlawful and criticized the Russian criminal allegations and court process as a sham.
His family said last week he was transferred to a Russian prison hospital.
The official said the Russians are holding Whelan’s release to a higher bar than Griner’s because of the espionage charges.
“We as a government have sought to bring Paul Whelan home as well. We did so in good faith with the Russians and proposed multiple different options. Regrettably due to the nature of the sham espionage charges Russia levied against Paul, the Russians have treated, continue to treat, his situation differently from Brittney’s and rejected each and every one of our proposals for his release.”
The official added that a senior U.S. official spoke with Whelan from prison on Thursday “to talk through today’s news,” and that another senior official spoke with Whelan’s sister, but that the president has yet to communicate with the family.
“The president has made clear to the Whelan family that when they are ready, he is eager to personally convey his commitment to Paul’s case and its resolution and keep them informed of our efforts,” the senior official said.
David Whelan, Paul Whelan’s brother, said in a statement that the Biden administration’s early warning to their family allowed them to “mentally prepare for what is now a public disappointment for us,” but said securing Griner’s release was the “right decision.”
“It is so important to me that it is clear that we do not begrudge Ms. Griner her freedom,” he said in the statement, according to NBC news. “As I have often remarked, Brittney’s and Paul’s cases were never really intertwined. It has always been a strong possibility that one might be freed without the other.”
Griner, who was playing professional basketball in Russia, was detained at the airport in Moscow in early February over what the Russians said was the illegal possession of a vaping device with hashish oil. She was sentenced to nine years in prison. Her arrest occurred amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Russia as America sought to prevent Russian President Vladimir Putin from launching an invasion of Ukraine that same month.
Biden announced Griner’s release in remarks from the White House early Thursday, saying he was able to speak by phone to the athlete, joined by her wife, Cherelle Griner, as well as Vice President Harris and Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
The senior administration official, briefing reporters, provided more details on Griner’s release, which was done in coordination with the United Arab Emirates.
Griner was met on a tarmac in the United Arab Emirates by the State Department’s special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, Roger Carstens, who was accompanying her back to the U.S. on behalf of the president and Blinken.
The official said that Griner will receive an offer from the government for a support program that aims to help those returning home from being held hostage or wrongfully detained, deal with what they have been through and transition back into normal life.
The official added the administration is interested in hearing of Griner’s experience in a Russian penal colony, for information that would better help them address others.
“We’ll be keen to learn whatever she’s comfortable sharing, if and when she’s comfortable sharing that,” the official said, referring to whether Griner experienced racism or discrimination as an African American and openly gay woman.
“We of course are eager to learn, it helps us as we deal with these types of cases, I can only begin to imagine some of what it must be like to be an American held in a Russian penal colony, but she’s actually experienced it, and if and when she’s comfortable sharing that, we have a lot to learn, I’m sure, from her, with respect to racism, with respect to whatever else she might have subjected to and her condition … she should never have been subjected to in the first place.”
The administration did not confirm a statement by the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman co-led the mediation with the Russians to secure Griner’s release.
U.S. and Saudi relations are tense on a number of fronts, ranging from Riyadh’s rejection of American requests to keep oil prices low and Biden’s tightrope walk between characterizing Crown Prince Mohammed and the kingdom as a pariah over the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi and long-held security ties between the U.S. and Saudi.
“We do engage with a wide range of countries so that the Russians hear from a wide range of sources” about U.S. commitments to freeing detained Americans, the official said in response to a question over the Saudis’ role in the prisoner swap.
“I’ll leave the details of that out,” the official said.
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SAO PAULO (AP) — Jonathan Schmidt arrived at Federal Police headquarters in the center of Rio de Janeiro with a travel bag carrying a golden pistol and seven rifles, one peeking out of the zipper.
“I’m in love with guns,” said Schmidt. “I’d have over 2,000 if the government allowed.”
Schmidt already has his firearms registered with the army, as required by law for sport shooters like him, but experts have cast doubt on the reliability of its database, and said lax oversight has allowed such guns to fall into criminal hands. Schmidt was adding his guns to the police registry on Wednesday to comply with a push by Brazil’s new left-wing president.
Over four years in office, former President Jair Bolsonaro tried to convert a country with few weapons into one where firearm ownership and lack of regulation meant personal freedom. Now, his successor Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been moving to undo Bolsonaro’s pro-gun policies, and that starts with requiring gun owners to register their weapons with police. After initial resistance, he started seeing some success.
In Brazil’s last gun-control campaign, in 2003, Brazilians were invited to turn in their guns and receive a symbolic payment from the state. It boasted a high level of participation.
In the eyes of right-wing Bolsonaro, however, the disarmament statute was a historic blunder. Echoing aspects of American conservativism, he was the first Brazilian presidential candidate to campaign on a pro-gun platform, saying “good citizens” are entitled to firearms to protect their families and assets. He altered the rules for how much ammunition one can possess and access to restricted-caliber guns, such as submachine guns. He repeatedly claimed that “an armed populace will never be enslaved.”
Instituto Sou da Paz, a non-profit that monitors public security, estimates that the number of guns in civilian hands nearly tripled — to 2.2 million in a country of 214 million people — under Bolsonaro. It remains far lower than in the United States and Brazil has no constitutional right to bear arms.
“We had sharp growth in firearm access, including restricted-use weapons,” Michele dos Ramos, who is leading the workgroup in charge of gun policy within the Justice Ministry, told the AP by phone. “In order to write any guidelines to restructure gun and ammunition policies and regulations, it is important we have a diagnosis of the situation of these weapons.”
On his first day in office, Lula issued a decree requiring gun owners to register their weapons with the Federal Police and the original deadline was delayed until May 3. At Rio’s Federal Police headquarters, officers have registered guns belonging to as many as 50 people per day. But they were wary.
“There was a lot of concern primarily at the beginning when they arrived here. They believed we were going to confiscate their guns,” Marcelo Daemon, the head of the Rio police’s department overseeing arms control, said in an interview in his office. “A lot of fake news circulated on social media and people came here with fear.”
Some policitians contributed to general reluctance. On March 17, federal lawmaker Julia Zanatta shared a picture of herself holding a machine gun and wearing a T-shirt bearing the words “COME AND TAKE IT” and an image of Lula’s hand pierced by three bullet holes. Paulo Bilynskyj, a lawmaker and former police chief from Sao Paulo, shared instructions to follow in case one’s weapons were seized.
“We have a more armed country, a stronger gun culture, more representatives focused on the pro-gun agenda,” said Carolina Ricardo, executive-director of Instituto Sou da Paz, adding that Congress will be the “thorn in the side” of groups pushing for stricter gun control. The so-called “bullet caucus” of pro-gun lawmakers gained dozens of new seats in last year’s election.
Before the registration initiated by Lula’s government, the army gathered and retained data on gun ownership for sport shooters, collectors and hunters, known as CACs. Bolsonaro scrapped the requirement for such registrants to undergo the arduous process of submitting documentation, justification and psychological exams to the Federal Police, which for its part registers guns owned for self-defense, and so limited the force’s visibility on the total number of guns in circulation.
Army data indicates 762,365 firearms were purchased by CACs since May 7, 2019, when Bolsonaro made major changes to firearm and ammunition access. But Instituto Sou da Paz and the Igarape Institute, another security-focused non-profit, estimate the figure fails to reflect roughly 100,000 additional guns, based on data collected via freedom of information requests.
By requiring in-person registration, the government hopes to determine precisely how many guns and what types are no longer with their original owners and, potentially, in the hands of criminal groups.
Gun advocates have mostly come around, though some have encouraged their followers to do so only begrudgingly. Marcos Pollon, a federal lawmaker who leads a pro-gun group often compared to the National Rifle Association, in mid-March called the government effort “absolutely illegal and unconstitutional.” A week later, he published a video on YouTube, where he has over 150,000 subscribers, saying he registered his gun and that those who don’t will face the consequences.
The government’s next steps remain unclear, however. The group led by Ramos had been scheduled to deliver a series of recommendations to the government by the May 3 deadline.
Ricardo said future government actions could include new rules further limiting the ammunition and guns each person can possess, and integrating the army and Federal Police databases.
Lula’s Jan. 1 decree established that guns not registered by the deadline can be seized. That means those who failed to bring their guns to the Federal Police could find themselves in legal jeopardy, even if they are just pulled over on their way to the shooting range.
Schmidt, the gun owner in Rio, had viewed the government’s effort as an embarrassment. But now, he says, he recognizes it is important for the Federal Police to know of all weapons owned by civilians.
“This way, we remain legal,” he said.
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4th arrest made in Alabama Sweet 16 birthday party shooting
DADEVILLE, Ala. (AP) — A fourth man was arrested Thursday and charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a Sweet 16 birthday party that killed four young people in Alabama, authorities announced.
Johnny Letron Brown, 20, of Tuskegee, is charged with four counts of reckless murder, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said. A total of four defendants are now facing reckless murder charges in connection to the fatal shooting.
The shooting rampage at the Sweet 16 birthday killed four young people, ranging from ages 17 to 23 and shocked the small east Alabama city of Dadeville. In addition to the four slain, 32 others were injured, four of them critically. The party, at a dance studio just off the town square, was in full swing when gunfire erupted.
Tyreese “Ty Reik” McCullough, 17, of Tuskegee and Travis McCullough, 16, of Tuskegee were arrested Tuesday. Wilson LaMar Hill Jr., 20, of Auburn, was arrested Wednesday. The district attorney said the teens will be tried as adults as required by Alabama law when anyone 16 or older is charged with murder.
The birthday girl’s brother, 18-year-old Philstavious “Phil” Dowdell of Camp Hill, died as his sister knelt beside him begging him to keep breathing. He and another fatal victim, 17-year-old Shaunkivia Nicole “KeKe” Smith of Dadeville, were high school seniors. Also slain were Marsiah Emmanuel “Siah” Collins, 19, of Opelika, and Corbin Dahmontrey Holston, 23, of Dadeville.
The shooting was the 16th mass killing in the U.S. this year. A 17th took place in Maine on Tuesday. A total of 88 people have died in the killings so far in 2023.
A mass killing is defined as the slaying of four or more people other than the perpetrator, according to a database maintained by The Associated Press and USA Today in partnership with Northeastern University.(AP) -
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NEW YORK, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Riskified Ltd. ("Riskified Ltd." or the "Company") (NYSE: RSKD) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Riskified Ltd. investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased Riskified Class A ordinary shares in or traceable to the Company's July 2021 initial public offering. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
RSKD 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) as Riskified expanded its user base, the quality of Riskified's machine learning platform had deteriorated (rather than improved as represented in documents issued in connection with the July 2021 initial public offering), because of, among other things, inaccuracies in the algorithms associated with onboarding new merchants and entering new geographies and industries; (ii) Riskified had expanded its customer base into industries with relatively high rates of fraud – including partnerships with cryptocurrency and remittance business – in which Riskified had limited experience and that this expansion has negatively impacted the effectiveness of Riskified's machine learning platform; (iii) as a result, Riskified was suffering from materially higher chargebacks and cost of revenue and depressed gross profits and gross profit margins during its third fiscal quarter of 2021; and (iv) thus, the representations in documents issued in connection with the July 2021 initial public offering regarding Riskified's historical financial and operational metrics and purported market opportunities did not accurately reflect the actual business, operations, and financial results and trajectory of Riskified prior to and at the time of the July 2021 initial public offering, and were materially false and misleading, and lacked a factual basis.
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TORONTO, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - DeFi Technologies Inc. (the "Company" or "DeFi") (NEO: DEFI) (GR: RMJR) (OTC: DEFTF) is pleased to announce that, further to its news release dated May 9, 2022, it has changed its name from "DeFi Technologies Inc." to "Valour Inc."
At the opening of the markets on June 1, 2022, the Company's common shares will commence trading under the new name "Valour Inc.". The Company's new CUSIP number is 92027E105 and its new ISIN is CA92027E1051. The ticker symbol of the Company on the NEO Exchange and on the OTCQB Market remains unchanged.
There is no consolidation of the Company's share capital in connection with the name change. As a result, shareholders are not required to exchange their existing share certificates for new certificates bearing the Company's new name. The name change does not affect the Company's share structure or the rights of the Company's shareholders, and no further action is required by existing shareholders.
Valour Inc. (NEO: DEFI) (GR: RMJR) (OTC: DEFTF) is a technology company bridging the gap between traditional capital markets and decentralized finance. Our mission is to expand investor access to industry-leading decentralized technologies which we believe lie at the heart of the future of finance. On behalf of our shareholders and investors, we identify opportunities and areas of innovation, and build and invest in new technologies and ventures in order to provide trusted, diversified exposure across the decentralized finance ecosystem. For more information or to subscribe to receive company updates and financial information, visit valour.com.
This press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to, statements with respect to the name change of the Company. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved". Forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company, as the case may be, to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but is not limited the growth and development of DeFi and cryptocurrency sector; rules and regulations with respect to DeFi and cryptocurrency; general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.
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MINNEAPOLIS, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Castlelake, L.P. ("Castlelake"), a global alternative investment manager specializing in asset-based private credit, today announced that Evan Carruthers, Chief Investment Officer, has been appointed the additional role of Co-Chief Executive Officer alongside Rory O'Neill, who has assumed the title of Executive Chair and Co-Chief Executive Officer. Additionally, Yen-Wah Lam has been promoted to Chief People Officer and President.
O'Neill and Carruthers co-founded Castlelake in 2005, growing and shaping the firm into a specialized asset-focused investor over the last 17 years. The Co-CEO structure is a natural extension of that partnership and part of the firm's long-term succession plan. Carruthers will retain the Chief Investment Officer role while deepening his engagement in broader facets of the firm's operations as Co-CEO. O'Neill will remain deeply engaged in the firm's investment strategy while continuing to oversee certain operational functions as Executive Chair and Co-CEO. They will also work closely with Lam, who as President will provide detailed insight and perspective around the firm's operations as well as support the execution of the Co-CEOs' strategic priorities.
"Through 17 years of credit cycles, shifting economic environments and transformational geopolitical events, Evan and I have worked together to mold Castlelake into the investor-focused, asset-based specialist that it is today," said O'Neill. "As Co-CEOs, we will continue to rely on the collaboration, trust and understanding that we've built with each other to seek to deliver consistent and exceptional risk-adjusted performance for our investors."
"The Co-CEO structure has been long planned and thoughtfully designed, and we are confident that it positions the firm to continue delivering on its mission for the long-term," added Carruthers. "I am excited to expand my role and work closely with Rory, Yen and the leadership team to plan our future growth as asset-based investments become increasingly top of mind for investors looking to diversify in today's market."
Lam joined Castlelake in 2018 and served as Chief Human Resources and Talent Officer, responsible for the firm's talent strategy, diversity, equity and inclusion programming, and employment policies and operations. In her new role as Chief People Officer and President, Lam will support Castlelake's governance and strategic direction, managing enterprise-level risk and organizational change. She will oversee all non-investment operations and internal affairs, including Castlelake's Human Resources, Finance & Operations, and Legal & Compliance functions.
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Castlelake, L.P. is a global alternative investment manager focused on investments in real assets, specialty finance and aviation across the risk spectrum, from value-oriented to income and investment grade credit. Founded in 2005, Castlelake manages approximately $20 billion of assets. The Castlelake team comprises more than 200 experienced professionals, including 89 investment professionals, across seven offices in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit https://www.castlelake.com/.
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DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Wednesday afternoon's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Midday Daily 3" game were:
0-8-4
(zero, eight, four)
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Wednesday afternoon's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Midday Daily 3" game were:
0-8-4
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Former President Donald Trump hired people to search four properties after being directed by a federal judge to look harder for any classified material still in his possession, and they found at least two documents with classified markings inside a sealed box in one of the locations, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Trump’s search team discovered the documents at a federally run storage site in West Palm Beach, Florida, the person said, prompting his lawyers to notify the Justice Department about them.
The Justice Department officials had told the former president’s lawyers that they believed he might have more classified materials that were not returned in response to a subpoena issued in May. The FBI searched Mar-a-Lago, Trump’s private club and residence in Florida, in August for additional classified documents and other presidential records.
People close to Trump had said earlier Wednesday that no classified material had been found during the searches, a claim that was later proved incorrect. The Washington Post first reported on the locating of the two additional documents, as well as the searches of the properties.
After the warning from the Justice Department, a debate ensued among Trump’s lawyers about whether to bring in an independent firm to conduct a search.
The discovery of the documents at the storage unit, maintained by the federal General Services Administration, came during a series of wider searches that were completed around Thanksgiving and conducted at Trump’s golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey; at Trump Tower in New York; and in a storage closet at Mar-a-Lago, according to two people familiar with the events.
Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Trump, said in a statement that the former president and “his counsel continue to be cooperative and transparent, despite the unprecedented, illegal and unwarranted attack against President Trump and his family by the weaponized Department of Justice.”
The department is investigating the former president’s handling of thousands of government documents, including more than 300 classified ones, that were taken from the White House at the end of his term and were found at Mar-a-Lago. Prosecutors are also seeking to determine whether Trump obstructed the government’s repeated efforts to retrieve the materials.
When the Justice Department warned that it believed Trump still had documents in his possession, a lawyer whom he had hired a short time earlier, Christopher M. Kise, suggested along with other lawyers working for Trump that they engage an outside firm, according to people familiar with the events.
A cadre of other Trump lawyers were resistant to the idea; among them was Boris Epshteyn, a communications adviser who has positioned himself as an in-house counsel on some of Trump’s legal entanglements. The dispute led to Kise’s standing in Trump’s circle diminishing for weeks, according to several people close to the former president.
More recently, Chief Judge Beryl A. Howell of U.S. District Court in Washington, who oversees grand jury investigations, directed Trump’s lawyers to essentially search more carefully for any remaining documents. Other lawyers in Trump’s circle took on the issue and hired a firm, according to one of the people familiar with the matter.
But while the Justice Department had continued to have questions about documents that might remain at Mar-a-Lago — and while some people close to Trump believed another search warrant might be executed — a person familiar with the discussions among federal officials said there was no recent probable cause by which to obtain a warrant for Bedminster or Trump Tower.
The National Archives repeatedly asked last year about the status of some materials that it should have received, such as correspondence with Kim Jong Un, North Korea’s leader, as well as about two dozen boxes that were deemed presidential records at the end of Trump’s term.
Archives officials contacted several people to try to facilitate the return of the documents, including former White House Counsel’s Office lawyers working as Trump’s representatives with the agency. The former president maintained to several advisers that the boxes were filled with news clippings and personal effects; archives officials explained that news clippings can be considered presidential records.
Alex Cannon, a lawyer who had worked with Trump in various capacities, became involved in fall 2021 and tried to help archives officials retrieve the material.
Cannon warned others in Trump’s circle not to go through the boxes themselves because it was unclear what was in them, and people might require security clearances. At one point, as Trump sought National Archives documents related to the investigation into whether his 2016 campaign conspired with Russian officials, he proposed that his lawyers suggest a trade with the agency: what he sought in exchange for the documents he had.
The lawyers declined to engage that suggestion, and Cannon continued to try to push for the documents’ return to the archives.
Eric Herschmann, a lawyer who had worked as a top adviser in the Trump White House, had an informal conversation with Trump. People familiar with the discussion characterized it as Herschmann speaking as a friend and urging the former president to return the boxes, suggesting that he could be subject to legal trouble by keeping them, especially if they contained classified material.
That possibility became reality in January, after archives officials retrieved boxes that Trump had gone through over several days last December. The officials opened the boxes and discovered a number of classified documents. The Justice Department became involved.
When Cannon raised the prospect with Trump that officials were uncertain that they had everything returned, the former president told him to tell the officials that he had given everything back, according to people briefed on the matter. Cannon refused to do so and soon stopped being involved.
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CHICAGO (AP) — As many as 14 people were injured in a drive-by shooting, including three children, in the city’s Garfield Park neighborhood on Halloween night, Chicago police said.
According to WLS-TV, Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown said there were three juvenile victims: a 3-year-old, an 11-year-old and a teenager who may be 13 years old. The rest of the victims were adults who ranged in age from their 30s to their 50s. Additionally, one person was struck by a car. The Chicago Fire Department said it had sent at least 10 ambulances to the scene.
Brown said the shooting, which occurred around 9:30 p.m., was a drive-by that was over in a matter of seconds and was captured on POD video, which police are reviewing.
Brown said preliminary information indicates there were at least two shooters seen on the video, though that number could change. They appeared to fire indiscriminately into the crowd.
Brown said there were several large groups at the corner, which is a popular gathering spot in the neighborhood. Some were reportedly attending a vigil that appears, at this time, to be unrelated to the shooting.
The victims were taken to several local hospitals and Brown said their conditions range from non-life threatening injuries to critical condition. There are not yet any reported fatalities.
There is no known motive for the shooting at this time, and Brown said there were no known conflicts at the corner Monday night. Police are waiting for victims to finish being treated so they can interview them.
There is also not yet a description of the car involved or of the offender or offenders, and no one in custody, according to Brown. | https://www.fox16.com/news/national/ap-14-hurt-including-3-children-in-chicago-halloween-shooting/ | 2022-11-01 10:54:49 | 0 | https://www.fox16.com/news/national/ap-14-hurt-including-3-children-in-chicago-halloween-shooting/ |
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Wednesday's results
Swift Current 5 Lethbridge 4
Red Deer 6 Victoria 2
Thursday's results
Vancouver at Edmonton, 7 p.m.
Friday's games
Winnipeg at Brandon, 7 p.m.
Calgary at Edmonton, 7 p.m.
Victoria at Swift Current, 7 p.m.
Vancouver at Red Deer, 7 p.m.
Everett at Moose Jaw, 7 p.m.
Saskatoon at Medicine Hat, 7 p.m.
Seattle at Prince George, 7 p.m.
Kelowna at Portland, 7 p.m.
Spokane at Kamloops, 7 p.m.
Saturday's games
Brandon at Winnipeg, 7:05 p.m.
Everett at Regina, 7 p.m.
Seattle at Prince George, 6 p.m.
Swift Current at Prince Albert, 7 p.m.
Kelowna at Portland, 6 p.m.
Tri-City at Moose Jaw, 7 p.m.
Victoria at Medicine Hat, 7 p.m.
Saskatoon at Lethbridge, 7 p.m.
Kamloops at Spokane, 7:05 p.m.
Sunday's games
Vancouver at Calgary, 2 p.m.
Red Deer at Edmonton, 4 p.m.
Tri-City at Regina, 4 p.m.
Tuesday's games
Everett at Winnipeg, 7:05 p.m.
Victoria at Lethbridge, 7 p.m.
Tri-City at Prince Albert, 7 p.m.
Vancouver at Medicine Hat, 7 p.m.
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Let’s say you have a spring on your land, and you are surrounded by people living in the desert who are desperate for water. You make your living selling it to them, but I like the looks of the spring and I’m rich, so I might offer you even more than it’s worth — not to sell it to them. I don’t need the water. I just enjoy looking at it, so here is the money, and we’ll just leave the water where it is. No more use.
There is a reason that is illegal in the West. Water doesn’t belong to individuals or companies or farms; it belongs to the people. Water rights owners don’t own water. They own the right to use it. That is a property right that can be bought and sold, but only in accordance with applicable law. Part of that law prohibits people from owning water they don’t really intend to use. Why? Because water is too precious to be denied to people who need it by people who don’t.
To ensure water is available for proper use, western water law grants property rights to those who build systems that put water to beneficial use: for irrigation, municipal, industrial or recreational purposes. Without that system, there could be no towns or businesses in the arid West. Because water rights are so valuable, decrees require precise details about the exact location, use and amount required. Moreover, applicants must prove their ability and intent to use the water as specified. That is called the “can-and-will doctrine.” One cannot get water rights without intending to use them. Without that safeguard, nothing would prevent rich political activists from buying up all the water rights in rural areas, for example, effectively evicting all the people and towns.
It turns out that this danger does not apply only to water, but other resources, too. The Biden administration has proposed new rules allowing public land to be leased for “conservation,” in addition to various uses allowed by law.
The proposal, out for public comment this month, would expand the definition of uses for which leases can be sold, for all 245 million acres managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Conservation would be considered a valid “use” of public land, whether the law says so or not. In this context, that means valid uses for which land can be leased include no use at all.
Under the Federal Land Policy Management Act (FLPMA) of 1976, the law that governs management of BLM land, specific uses are authorized, and the agency is directed to issue leases for those purposes, considered important for land management, or to supply important economic resources, or both.
Those uses include grazing, mining, timber, production of oil, gas, coal, oil shale or other minerals, pipelines, power systems, transmission lines, ditches, canals and other water systems, roads, trails, runways, and other public interests
FLPMA contains the word “lease” in 49 places, not one of which contemplates leasing public land for no use. The administration says it believes conservation is among the land uses permitted under FLPMA, though no section of FLPMA mentions it.
This is the latest attempt by the administration to thwart the plain language of the law. President Biden tried an executive order directing the Interior Department to “pause new oil and natural gas leases on public lands…”
A federal court blocked the order as a violation of FLPMA, and it remains tied up in court. Congress then passed legislation mandating new oil leases in the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska, reinstating $192 million in “paused” leases, and instructing the Interior Department to hold oil and gas lease sales, including at least 2 million acres on BLM land annually.
Now the administration responds with a clever new plan, to sell the leases to groups with no ability or intention to use them. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland explained that “It is our responsibility to use the best tools available to … conserve the most important places for the benefit of the generations to come.”
Well, no. FLPMA says only Congress can “withdraw” from the specified public uses any parcels of land larger than 5,000 acres.
Interior points out that, like mineral leases, conservation leases would also generate federal revenue. True, but this isn’t about money. Publicly owned natural resources should never be for sale to the highest bidder, because the public interest requires responsible use for public benefit. There should be a “can-and-will doctrine” for all public resources, not just water.
Greg Walcher is president of the Natural Resources Group and author of “Smoking Them Out: The Theft of the Environment and How to Take it Back.” He is a Western Slope native. | https://www.gjsentinel.com/opinion/columns/can-and-will-doctrine-should-extend-to-all-public-resources/article_e7a9ed2c-e552-11ed-890b-a710e4023b77.html | 2023-04-28 09:17:27 | 0 | https://www.gjsentinel.com/opinion/columns/can-and-will-doctrine-should-extend-to-all-public-resources/article_e7a9ed2c-e552-11ed-890b-a710e4023b77.html |
Yara Shahidi is officially a college graduate! The Grown-ish star graduated from Harvard University on Thursday, and she took her fans along for the ride by sharing photos and videos on social media.
The 22-year-old actress' mother, Keri, kicked the celebration off by sharing a video with her daughter on Monday. "Guess where I am, guess who I'm with? Who's about to graduate?" Keri asked in the video before panning to her daughter walking beside her.
"Meeeee," Yara answered, beaming into the camera.
"‼️HIP HIP HOORAY‼️" the mother of three captioned the video post.
She followed that up with another video the next day, featuring the duo in a car on their way to the baccalaureate. "It's getting real," Yara says in the clip as she sports her graduation cap and gown.
On Wednesday, both mother and daughter posted photos from the baccalaureate -- which, per the institution's website, was held in person on Wednesday and Thursday -- with Yara in her gown and Keri in a floral number posing together. "Celebrating ALL week! T MINUS ☝️ DAY AWAY FROM GRADUATION 👩🏾🎓," the graduate captioned her post.
Yara posted photos with her younger brothers, aka her "day one's," out of her cap and gown. "T-Minus 1 day to GRADUATION🔥 so here I am, sharing this special moment with my most special day one’s," she wrote alongside the post.
On Thursday, Yara's father, Afshin, commemorated the joyous occasion by sharing a selfie of the pair at Harvard. In the shot, the actress wore her cap and gown.
"Beautifully surreal moment seeing our delicate petal in full bloom," he captioned the photo.
The Black-ish alum also posted photos and a Boomerang to her Instagram Story, featuring her posing alongside some of her classmates.
Keri shared a photo of the graduate in her cap and gown holding a bouquet, with "hard work pays off" writing on the screen.
The new graduate got into Harvard in 2017 but took a gap year before beginning her studies. For the past four years, Yara has been juggling her acting career and her studies, which is pretty similar to her Grown-ish character, Zoey Johnson's, journey. Zoey continually struggles to handle her studies at Cal U and her evolving fashion career in the Freeform series.
Both Yara and Zoey celebrated their graduations this year -- the fourth season of Grown-ish saw Zoey and her friends graduate from the California University of Liberal Arts, marking the start of their lives in the real world. It also marked the exit of the show's six original cast members, including Francia Raisa (Ana), Emily Arlook (Nomi), Chloe Bailey (Jazz), Luka Sabbat (Luca), Halle Bailey (Sky) and Jordan Buhat (Vivek).
But graduation won't be the end of the story; Grown-ish was renewed for season 5 with Black-ish star Marcus Scribner joining his TV sister on the spinoff and reprising his role as Andre Johnson Jr. as he embarks on his journey to being "grown."
Just like Zoey found her home away from home regularly invaded by various family members throughout her four years at California University, fans can expect Scribner's Junior to receive the same treatment as he kicks off his undergrad career. Yara, Diggy Simmons (Doug) and Trevor Jackson (Aaron) will also return for the fifth season, which will follow their post-grad adventures as Cal U welcomes a new class, including Junior. It's a transition that Scribner said he's "pumped" to tackle.
"I'm excited to continue that story for Junior and see where he goes and how he evolves as a character," he told ET. "I just love the fact that our writers are able to allow our characters to grow 'cause, you know, with a lot of sitcom characters, they stay still, they have the same one line for the rest of it. But Junior has been able to grow as a character and he's going to keep growing in Grown-ish so it really is the natural evolution."
That's a sentiment his TV sister agrees with, sharing that she's always advocating to bring more of her fictional family members to the spinoff. And when it comes to the departure of her co-stars, the actress has nothing but excitement for her friends' next steps.
"I'm really excited by the way our family's extending and I think one thing we knew to be true about a show like Grown-ish is it's special to get a group of people like that together and everyone has blossomed in such incredible ways that I feel like the cast will be around forever," she said, pointing out all the ways her former co-stars have taken the next step in their careers.
From Chloe branching into solo music and Halle racking up feature film roles to Francia nabbing a lead role on Hulu's How I Met Your Father, it's clear that the cast of Grown-ish is ready to take on the industry.
"I think what feels great is that Grown-ish has been a part of everybody's growth journey and I think it's been great to be a part of a cast where we're so excited to watch what the next step is for everyone," Yara added. "It's not about stagnating here, this is just a stopping ground."
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Police in Harrison Township released video footage Wednesday of a vehicle of interest in the vandalism of several pride flags last month.
It was unclear exactly what type of vehicle it is, but it appeared to have blue lighting underneath it, according to nine second video posted to the department’s YouTube page. | https://www.nj.com/gloucester-county/2023/07/cops-release-video-footage-of-car-possibly-involved-in-nj-towns-pride-flag-vandalism.html | 2023-07-05 23:25:29 | 1 | https://www.nj.com/gloucester-county/2023/07/cops-release-video-footage-of-car-possibly-involved-in-nj-towns-pride-flag-vandalism.html |
Each bidirectional EV charger installed could pay for itself in three years, and earn up to $15,000 over 10 years, according to projections from a firm that provides such equipment.
Chargers installed for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) operation, allowing EVs to discharge power back into the grid, have similar upfront costs to conventional chargers. But they also have the potential to earn money, said Melissa Chan, director of grid solutions and strategic partnerships at Fermata Energy, a tech firm that’s developed a V2G platform, in a recent presentation for the CHAdeMO Association trade group.
In comparison, a conventional unidirectional charger could incur up to $30,000 over a projected 10-year life span from maintenance costs, according to Fermata. It underscores how, in the near future, small fleets—and eventually residential users—may be able to take advantage of this technology to reduce their energy and driving costs.
Fermata recently participated in a V2G pilot program with Revel, which operates moped, scooter, and ride-share services in New York City. Revel uses a fleet of electric cars for its ride share service, and installed Fermata bidirectional chargers at its maintenance and repair depot in New York’s Brooklyn borough for the project.
The project involved three of these chargers and three Nissan Leaf hatchbacks. Under an agreement with local utility Con Edison, the cars discharged power from their battery packs back into the grid from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on summer weekdays—when energy demand peaked. Revel earned money from this, but also had the option to unplug the cars if they were needed.
The three chargers could send up to 45 kw of power into the grid. By discharging during afternoons Monday through Friday, the setup could deliver up to 3 megawatt-hours of power monthly, according to Fermata. That’s with nightly charging of EVs as needed.
The pilot shows how V2G infrastructure could be attractive to fleet operators, but it’s not necessarily applicable yet on a large scale. Fermata and Revel had a favorable agreement with Con Edison, but agreements with local utilities are going to vary widely as individual V2G users negotiate with each utility.
Some progress has been made on enhancing V2G viability recently.
Nissan formally approved Fermata’s charger as the first U.S. bidirectional charger for the Leaf earlier in 2022, and California has started to consider V2G charging tech at scale, for grid stability. Although a range of automakers have confirmed future bidirectional charging, a 2020 rumor that Tesla might try to sneak V2G capability into the Model Y proved to be false.
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Teacher Jessica Salfia was putting up graduation balloons last month at her West Virginia high school when two of them popped, setting off panic in a crowded hallway between classes.
One student dropped to the floor. Two others lunged into open classrooms. Salfia quickly shouted, “It’s balloons! Balloons!” and apologized as the teenagers realized the noise didn’t come from gunshots.
The moment of terror at Spring Mills High School in Martinsburg, about 80 miles (124 kilometers) northwest of Washington happened May 23, the day before a gunman fatally shot 19 children and two teachers in a classroom in Uvalde, Texas. The reaction reflects the fear that pervades the nation’s schools and taxes its teachers — even those who have never experienced such violence — and it comes on top of the strain imposed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Salfia has a more direct connection to gun threats than most. Her mother, also a West Virginia teacher, found herself staring down a student with a gun in her classroom seven years ago. After talking to him for some two hours, she was hailed for her role in helping bring the incident to a peaceful end.
For any teacher standing in front of a classroom in 21st century America, the job seems to ask the impossible. Already expected to be guidance counselors, social workers, surrogate parents and more to their students, teachers are sometimes called on to be protectors, too.
The U.S. public school landscape has changed markedly since the Columbine school shooting in Colorado in 1999, and Salfia said teachers think about the risks every day.
“What would happen if we go into a lockdown? What would happen if I hear gunshots?” she said. “What would happen if one of my students came to school armed that day? This is a constant thread of thought.”
George Theoharis was a teacher and principal for a decade and has spent the past 18 years training teachers and school administrators at Syracuse University. He said teachers are stretched more now than ever — even more than last year, “when the pandemic was newer.”
“We’re sort of left in this moment where we do expect teachers and schools to solve all our problems and do it quickly,” he said.
Schools nationwide have been dealing with widespread episodes of misbehavior since the return to in-person learning, which has been accompanied by soaring student mental health needs. In growing numbers, teens have been turning to gun violence to resolve spur-of-the-moment conflicts, researchers say.
In Nashville, Tennessee, three Inglewood Elementary School staffers sprang into action last month to restrain a man who had hopped a fence. After children on the playground were directed inside, the man followed them, but he was tackled by kindergarten teacher Rachel Davis.
At one point, secretary Katrina “Nikki” Thomas held him in a headlock. They and school bookkeeper Shay Patton cornered the man, who didn’t have a gun, inside the school until authorities arrived. All three employees were hurt.
“For me, it was just like, these kids are innocent,” Patton said. “I just knew that they couldn’t protect themselves, so it was on us to do it. And I didn’t think twice.”
The three employees watched in horror less than two weeks later as news of the Uvalde shooting unfolded.
“In my head, immediately I thought, ‘That could have been me and my kids,’” Davis said. “That could have been us out there on that playground with this ... guy if he had had a gun on him.”
Adding to frustration for some educators was the scapegoating of a teacher initially blamed for propping open the door a gunman used to enter the Uvalde, Texas elementary school. Days later, officials said the teacher had closed the door, but it didn’t lock.
Kindergarten teacher Ana Hernandez said Texas educators are anxious after a rough patch that has lasted years and shows no sign of ending. She and a group of colleagues from Dilley drove an hour to Uvalde to do all they could, delivering donated stuffed animals and cases of water. She said more is needed.
“Changes have to be done for us to feel secure in a classroom as a teacher (and) for students also to feel secure and safe in a classroom,” she said.
Tish Jennings, a University of Virginia education professor specializing in teacher stress and social-emotional learning, said teacher stress becomes contagious.
“It interferes with their ability to function, and it also interferes with students’ ability to learn,” Jennings said. “So when things like this happen, the school shootings, it shuts everybody down. It’s very hard to learn when you’re afraid for your life.”
Salfia says the load teachers carry is daunting.
“You’re a first responder. You’re a first reporter. If there’s an issue in the home, you are sometimes the only chance a kid has at love, at getting food that day, at maybe getting a warm and safe place to be that day. The scope of the job is huge right now.”
The pandemic added the challenge of remote learning, classroom sanitizing and finding enough substitute teachers to keep schools running.
There’s also a sense that tragedies continue to happen, and politicians rarely do anything about it.
“It is so hard to know that, at any moment, that reality could also be your reality, or the reality of your children,” said Salfia, a mother of three students. “My youngest is the same age as the kids who were killed in Texas. It sharpens everything, I think, especially when you’re in a classroom.”
In August 2015, the new school year had barely started for Salfia’s mother, teacher Twila Smith, when a freshman entered Smith’s world studies class at Philip Barbour High School and drew a gun he had taken from his home.
For about 45 minutes, Smith said, no one outside the room knew the class was being held hostage. She diverted his attention from other students and tried to keep him talking while she walked around the room with him.
Eventually, police persuaded the boy to let everyone go. After at least another hour and a half, his pastor helped convince the boy to surrender. A few months later, he was sentenced to a juvenile facility until he turns 21.
Smith, who has a background in dealing with students with behavior problems, was among those hailed as heroes, a label she deflected.
“I think my training just came into play,” Smith said. “And then I had 29 freshmen sitting there looking at me, and I would have to say that they were the heroes. Because they did everything I told them to do, and they did everything he told them to do. And they stayed fairly calm.”
Smith saw those freshmen through to graduation in 2019. Then she retired.
Back at Spring Mills High, one of Salfia’s former students now works in her department as a first-year English teacher. When asked what she tells others hoping to go into her field, Salfia repeated the ex-pupil’s description of what today’s teachers go through: “None of us are built for this.” But their commitment to the profession is such that they “are only built for it,” and could scarcely consider any other career.
“This is the only job I can imagine doing,” Salfia said. “But it is also the hardest job I can imagine doing.”
After the balloons popped, “kids were visibly rattled,” she recalled. “Some people were a little bit angry at me, I think, in reaction to that fear that everyone had experienced momentarily.”
She knows that’s the world she and her students live in now.
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Cancer is a complex disease, with an estimated 1.9 million new cases annually in the United States. It’s sometimes caused by genetic factors, and these kinds of cancers aren’t preventable. However, some cancers are caused by environmental and lifestyle factors, so there are steps you can take to lower your risk. We spoke with BestReviews medical expert Dr. Michael Huynh to learn more about cancer prevention.
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Skin cancer
Skin cancer is commonly caused by continuous exposure to sunlight. According to a 2010 study published by the International Society of Dermatology, the sun produces ultraviolet radiation that can cause DNA damage and genetic mutations. Luckily, this type of cancer is highly preventable with proper sun protection.
“You should avoid direct sunlight for extended periods and wear sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30,” said Huynh. “UVB radiation is the most important to protect against, but most sunscreens protect from UVA and UVB radiation.”
Cervical cancer
Cervical cancer is often preventable. “They’ve discovered that cervical cancer is caused by human papillomavirus,” said Huynh. “There is now an HPV vaccine, which has drastically reduced cervical cancer rates.”
The age recommendation for receiving the vaccine was expanded to include anyone up to age 26, including males, as they can also contract and spread HPV.
Lung cancer
“Cigarette smoking is linked to about 80% to 90% of lung cancer deaths,” says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The more you smoke, the higher your lung cancer risk, but even smoking occasionally increases your risk. Second-hand smoke can also lead to lung cancer, so if you smoke, it’s best to avoid doing it around others.
Liver cancer
Hepatitis B is known to cause liver cancer, so it’s essential to get the hepatitis B vaccine. This vaccine is available for all age groups, including infants.
Alcohol consumption is another liver cancer risk factor. Recent studies have confirmed that no amount is safe. According to the World Health Organization, “[alcohol] causes cancer through biological mechanisms as the compound breaks down in the body, which means that any beverage containing alcohol, regardless of its price and quality, poses a risk of developing cancer.”
If you drink, it’s best to do it in moderation and avoid beverages with high alcohol content, which cause inflammation.
Preventative screening
Mammograms are X-rays that let doctors examine breast tissue. This preventative screening is an effective way for medical professionals to detect breast cancer. It’s recommended that women between the age of 50 and 74 get a mammogram every two years.
Colonoscopies are another essential preventative screen. This procedure involves a doctor using a fiber-optic camera to examine the rectum and colon for irritated tissues, polyps or cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, “approximately 4.4% of men and 4.1% of women will be diagnosed with [colorectal cancer] in their lifetime.”
Pap smears are an essential procedure to test for cervical cancer. According to the CDC, women should get their first pap smear at age 21. HPV tests are also necessary, since they detect the virus responsible for cervical cancer.
The prostate-specific antigen blood test is used to detect prostate cancer. “The guidelines are still controversial. PSA blood tests were developed as a monitoring tool, not a screening tool,” said Huynh. “If the antigen level is elevated, some would say it might be cancer. However, it could also just be prostate enlargement.”
The final test to consider is a lung cancer screening. This procedure involves a chest CT scan and only takes a few minutes.
Cancer prevention products our expert recommends
Banana Boat Ultra Sport Sunscreen Lotion
This has a sun-protection factor of 30 and protects against UVA and UVB rays. It’s easy to apply, affordable, isn’t sticky and doesn’t feel greasy.
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen
This water-resistant sunscreen has a sun-protection factor of 70. Many reviewers said it’s excellent for those with sensitive skin. It isn’t heavy and doesn’t leave a white residue.
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NaviSkin Quick-Dry Long-Sleeve Shirt
This helps protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays. The lightweight, moisture-wicking material keeps you cool. It’s affordable, comfortable and available in 28 colors.
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Baleaf Women’s Long-Sleeved Shirt
This is machine-washable and comfortable. It protects you from UV rays. It’s available in 22 colors.
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It protects all sides of your head and face and has breathable mesh on the front. It’s waterproof, folds down for easy storage and comes in 10 colors, including beige, black and pink.
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Nicorette 4 Milligram Nicotine Gum
It comes with 160 pieces of fruit-flavored nicotine gum. The included pamphlet is packed with tips, success stories and coupons. Many reviewers said it effectively helped them quit smoking.
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These 14-milligram patches release nicotine into your skin for 16 to 24 hours. The companion website offers support and advice for those trying to quit smoking.
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Nicorette 4 Milligram Mini Nicotine Lozenges
This pack comes with 81 mint-flavored nicotine lozenges. Many long-term smokers said it helped them quit. The flavor is relatively strong, but pleasant overall.
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“Foods to Fight Cancer: What to Eat to Reduce Your Risk”
This paperback book is well-written and contains valuable information about how your diet can reduce cancer risk. It takes complicated concepts and explains them in ways that are easy to understand.
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Second Generation FIT Colorectal Cancer Test
This surprisingly easy test for colorectal cancer makes it so you can test yourself at home in less than 10 minutes. However, it’s important to note this shouldn’t be used as a substitute for visiting the doctor.
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THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — Greek authorities say they have located a large group of migrants on an islet on the Greek side of a river that runs along the border with Turkey, which is a major crossing point for people illegally entering Europe.
A police statement Thursday said a search and rescue operation was underway to bring the migrants off the islet in the Evros River. The water level at this time of the year is shallow, which allows for easy crossing on foot at many points.
Police said they launched the operation after Turkish authorities informed them that more than 300 migrants were on the Greek islet.
No information was available on the precise number of the migrants, their nationalities or health condition.
Relations between regional rivals Greece and Turkey are at a low point, and Athens routinely accuses Ankara of encouraging migrants to cross illegally into Greek territory. Turkey in turn accuses Greek authorities of illegally turning back migrants who have made it over to the Greek side, without allowing them to apply for asylum.
Last month, a group of 38 migrants was found on a Greek islet after several days of reports that they were being pushed from one side of the border to the other.
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NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — Nelly Korda and Lexi Thompson are representing the LPGA Tour this week in the QBE Shootout. Next year, they will have plenty of company.
The QBE Shootout will become a mixed-team event starting in 2023, returning such a format to the schedule for the first time since the JC Penney Classic in 1999.
Players were informed of the change at a meeting last week in the Bahamas.
Details have not been confirmed, such as the qualification criteria or the format. The QBE Shootout dates to 1989 when it was more commonly known as the Shark Shootout.
“I think it’s something that needed to be done for quite a while,” Billy Horschel said. “When you look at the game of golf, the fans want to see more team events, see something different. It’s going to benefit the PGA Tour, but I think it’s going to benefit the LPGA Tour even more in terms of getting more exposure.”
The PGA Tour had been working on converting the World Cup of Golf into a mixed-team event, but progress was slowed when the COVID-19 pandemic arrived.
The mixed-team format dated to 1960 when it was called the Haig & Haig Scotch Foursome. Mickey Wright used to play, as did Sam Snead. Past champions of the JC Penney Classic included Curtis Strange and Nancy Lopez. Beth Daniel won it three times, twice with Davis Love III and once with Tom Kite.
Tiger Woods played in 1996 with Kelli Kuehne, both reigning U.S. Amateur champions that year who had signed Nike contracts.
The most recent winners were John Daly and Laura Davies in 1999.
“This is long overdue. It will be a massive boost,” said Dottie Pepper, who won in 1992 with Dan Forsman. “It was a a fun week. And if you were in contention, it was a grind.”
The QBE Shootout has featured a few LPGA players in recent years. Ditto for the old CVS Charity Classic in New England, where Juli Inkster and Natalie Gulbis were the first women to play in 2007.
One of the more prominent mixed-team events was the “Battle at Bighorn” in 2001 when Woods and Annika Sorenstam went extra holes to beat David Duval and Karrie Webb.
The purse this week at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Florida, is $3.8 million, with each team splitting the $950,000 winner’s check. Only seven LPGA events offered a larger first-place check this year than $425,000, including the five majors and the $2 million prize at the CME Group Tour Championship.
“I think the year Donna Andrews won it, that was her biggest check of the year,” Pepper said. “It was a split purse right down the middle.”
Well, almost.
“The LPGA tacked on our service fee. It was like 6%. So we actually got a smaller check than our partners,” Pepper said with a laugh.
Money will be an incentive for LPGA players. The key is how many top PGA Tour players are interested, though not many of them play now in the QBE Shootout. The field of 12 teams this year has nine of the top 50. Max Homa at No. 16 is the highest-ranked player.
Participation of top players is what contributed to the demise of the JC Penney Classic.
“The mixed team back in our day, there was nothing in the offseason,” said two-time U.S. Open champion Curtis Strange, who won in 1980 with Nancy Lopez. “It was a chance to knock some rust off in some nice weather. It was great fun. You got to meet the women of their tour, which was a good thing, have a beer together.
“When you get to know each other there becomes more mutual respect,” he said. “And some of those friendships last forever.”
Inkster won the JC Penney in 1986 with Tom Purtzer, and she said they are like siblings to this day because of time spent at the tournament.
“It was one of my favorite tournaments,” Inkster said. “The guys who didn’t want to play didn’t play. And those who did were there. But that’s how I got to know those guys really well. It was good money and a lot of fun. It was good for the men to see the women play, and how well they can play.
“You enjoy the company. Learn about you, learn about me and let’s go win the thing.”
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Yes, TikTok’s Viral ‘Jiggle Jiggle’ Song Really Does Have a Jason Derulo Feature Now
Jason Derulo's money doesn't jiggle, jiggle — it folds. The "Talk Dirty" hit-maker just got in on an extremely viral TikTok trend by lending his voice to a remix of Louis Theroux, Duke & Jones and Amelia Dimz' smash viral hit, "Jiggle Jiggle."
If you spend any time online, there's a solid chance that you're already familiar with the rap, which went viral on TikTok this summer. "My money don't jiggle, jiggle, it folds / I like to see you wiggle, wiggle, for sure," British-American documentary filmmaker and journalist Theroux spits over catchy production courtesy of Duke & Jones.
Since the track first hit the app, more than 7.2 million users have created TikToks using the soundbite, including Shakira, Megan Thee Stallion and Snoop Dogg, who have all danced to the inescapable anthem.
Check out some of the most popular videos using the track, below:
The bop has since amassed a cool 41 million streams on Spotify, too.
Considering the immense popularity of Derulo's banger similarly titled "Wiggle," which peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2014, it makes sense for the Cats star to get in on the trendy smash.
Derulo contributes two new verses to the mix. "Uh, all this caviar hard to digest / Money long like receipts from CVS," he croons on his first verse. Later, he makes a lyrical reference to Jennifer Lopez's famous posterior.
Of course, he also includes his signature "Jason Derulo" vocal tag.
Listen to Duke & Jones, Louis Theroux's "Jiggle Jiggle" ft. Jason Derulo Below:
Though "Jiggle Jiggle" has exploded in popularity, Theroux assured The New York Times he is not prepared to launch a rap career. The original rap was born in 2000 during an episode of his show Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends.
The rap got new life when he revisited it during an episode of Dimz' Chicken Shop Date. Then along came Duke & Jones, who transformed the audio into the viral smash that has taken over TikTok.
Theroux hit the studio to lay down the vocals you hear on Spotify and other streaming services. With Derulo on the track now, "Jiggle Jiggle" has become the sort of massive release no one could have likely expected more than two decades ago. | https://wpst.com/yes-tiktoks-viral-jiggle-jiggle-song-really-does-have-a-jason-derulo-feature-now/ | 2022-07-20 04:47:06 | 0 | https://wpst.com/yes-tiktoks-viral-jiggle-jiggle-song-really-does-have-a-jason-derulo-feature-now/ |
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OZY Media, the award-winning news and entertainment company, today announced the launch of its 5th annual OZY Genius Awards (OGA).
The landmark grant program supports ten bold and innovative ideas from college and university students with a summer stipend of $10,000. From scientific research to launching new companies, writing books to building nonprofit organizations, the OZY Genius Awards has allowed talented young people to fully pursue their big dreams to help make the world a better place. Since 2015, the OGA program has already helped launch young superstars, such as Amanda Gorman, Brandy Star Merriweather and Dyllen Nellis.
"Winning the OZY Genius Award gave us momentum to scale our impact by enabling our team to launch an online mentorship community for students around the world," said Dante Alvarado-Leon, OGA class of 2017.
"We are so proud of the OZY Genius Awards and all that they stand for," said OZY CEO Carlos Watson. "My mom, a former teacher, helped incubate the idea and I am so pleased to see hundreds of students embrace this wonderful opportunity by putting their best ideas forward."
This year's OGA program, with the support of *AT&T Dream in Black, will give special emphasis to students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)by also honoring them as AT&T Rising Future Makers. A campaign that launched in 2021 to uplift HBCU students making a difference in their communities and providing them the connections needed for greater possibility.
"I've met so many HBCU students who have brilliant ideas, but they lack the capital and resources to bring them to life. I was once in that same boat," said Michael DeVore, OGA class of 2015. "I believe the OZY Genius Awards can help attract resources to talented HBCU students. There are so many amazing young people that need platforms like this to highlight their brilliant ideas."
"We believe deeply in the creativity and genius of young people and are glad to be supporting the OZY Genius Awards," said AT&T Chief Diversity Officer, Michelle Jordan. "AT&T is committed to supporting young leaders and our Rising Future Makers program plays a critical role in that effort."
Applications for the OZY Genius Awards are available here to full-time college students in the U.S. and will remain open until Oct. 31, 2022. Winners will be announced on Nov. 15, 2022.
Current and recent judges have included: former Mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Carmen Yulín Cruz; noted physicist and bestselling author Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi; former OMD CEO John Osborn; Milwaukee Bucks owner Marc Lasry; Emerson Collective founder Laurene Powell Jobs; former "CBS Evening News" anchor Katie Couric; former McKinsey partner James Manyika.
Enjoy this short video to feel the spirit of the OZY Genius Awards or to learn more about AT&T Dream in Black, please visit attdreaminblack.com.
OZY cuts through the noise with a bold and smart approach, showcasing the new and next in global news and entertainment. A cutting-edge media company delivering premium TV shows, podcasts, newsletters, and festivals, OZY highlights provocative and indispensable voices that help us understand and appreciate our ever-spinning world. Launched in 2013, OZY has produced 5 newsletters, 12 TV shows, 9 podcasts and 4 festivals, and won a 2020 Emmy Award for its groundbreaking television program, "Black Women OWN the Conversation."
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Burglary suspects caught in getaway truck with ‘stolen tag’ sign
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. (Gray News) - Authorities in Florida say a pair of alleged burglars were arrested due to a sign on their getaway vehicle that read “stolen tag.”
The story was featured on the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office’s Facebook page in a segment called “Mess Around and Find Out.”
The sheriff’s office was alerted to a red Dodge Ram identified in a string of alleged burglaries in early January. Deputies caught up to a truck matching witness descriptions just before it got on the interstate.
The truck was sporting a cardboard sign that read “stolen tag.”
Sheriff Wayne Ivey said on Facebook that the two suspects stopped to replace the cardboard tag with the vehicle’s real license plate. That’s when deputies swooped in to make the arrests. He says the passenger tried to hide around the front of the truck but was caught.
The suspects were identified as Anthony Sosa and Chad Doulette. Ivey says they committed several burglaries in the area, stealing firearms, jewelry and personal documents.
The department said stolen jewelry and a handgun were found in the truck.
Sosa and Doulette are charged with armed burglary, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, grand theft and multiple other charges. They are being held without bond.
At the time of their arrests, Ivey said Sosa was out of jail on a $150,000 bond for armed burglary in another county and Doulette was wearing an ankle monitor as the result of previous armed burglary charges.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Daily Pick 3" game were:
4-0-7
(four, zero, seven)
¶ Maximum prize: $500
MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Daily Pick 3" game were:
4-0-7
(four, zero, seven)
¶ Maximum prize: $500 | https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-Pick-3-game-17357002.php | 2022-08-07 03:10:22 | 0 | https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-Pick-3-game-17357002.php |
Essential tech for your next Delta flight
Flying can be tedious, and if the onboard entertainment is mediocre, it can make a flight even more grueling. However, if you’re traveling within the U.S. on a Delta flight, you’ll have access to free Wi-Fi as of Feb. 1.
You’ll be able to connect electronics to the internet, which opens up communications and broadens the kind of entertainment you can enjoy during your flight. It’ll make the few hours you spend on a plane more bearable, and before you know it, you’ll be landing at your destination.
Everything you need to know about Delta’s new free Wi-Fi
How it works
Since airplanes can’t use cable broadband providers, they rely on satellite services. Some other airlines, such as American and United, offer Wi-Fi on some of their flights, but it’s not free like Delta’s will be. To use Delta’s free Wi-Fi, you’ll have to be a member of Delta’s SkyMiles frequent-flyer program, but it’s free to join.
Customers will have to use Delta Sync, a free downloadable app. It’s a new platform that will serve as a hub where customers can sign in to their SkyMiles account and get information about their flights and explore entertainment options.
International and connecting flights
As of Feb. 1, more than 700 airplanes will be equipped with free, high-speed Wi-Fi from T-Mobile. However, if you’re traveling outside the U.S., you’ll have to wait until Delta expands its service to international and connecting flights, which is projected to happen by the end of 2024.
Wi-Fi-enabled devices
Once the airplane takes off, you can use virtually any device with Wi-Fi capabilities, which includes cellphones, tablets, e-readers, laptops and portable gaming consoles. Delta has no limits on download date or how many devices you can connect to its onboard Wi-Fi. For example, you can have your phone and tablet connected simultaneously.
Internet connection and speeds
You can use your devices the same way you would with any wireless network, but it’s important to note that satellite-based internet isn’t as reliable as cable or DSL internet. Connections should be stable for the most part, but don’t be alarmed if you experience slow speeds from time to time.
Tech items to pack for your next Delta flight
With this 40,000-milliamp-hour power bank, you won’t have to worry about your devices dying mid-flight. For a frame of reference of how long it lasts, you can charge an iPhone 13 8.8 times, a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 6.8 times and a MacBook Air 2020 2.3 times.
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You should download your favorite books before your flight, but you can connect your Kindle to the onboard Wi-Fi to browse through titles and read something you don’t have saved. This e-waterproof reader has 8 gigabytes of storage, a flush-front design and a glare-free display.
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The Nintendo Switch is a revolutionary gaming console that lets you play at home on a standard TV or on the go as a handheld. This updated Switch console has a stunning 7-inch OLED screen, improved battery life and 64GB of internal storage space.
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Beats Studio³ Wireless Noise-canceling Headphones
Listen to your favorite tunes and audiobooks, and watch movies without being disturbed by ambient noise with these high-quality noise-canceling headphones. The battery lasts up to 22 hours, and iPhone users can activate Siri with multifunction on-ear controls.
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With a stunning 10.2-inch retina display and a 10-hour battery life, this iPad is a no-brainer for getting through dreary flights. It has an 8-megapixel camera and Touch ID, and it’s an excellent tablet for streaming movies, surfing the web, playing games, reading e-books and more.
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Wi-Fi can be a lifesaver if you’re traveling with children, making this tablet a must if you want to keep them entertained throughout your flight. It’s suitable for children ages 3-7 and comes with a kid-proof case and a two-year worry-free guarantee.
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Sony WF-1000XM4 True Wireless Bluetooth Noise Canceling Earbuds and Charger Bundle
If you’re not a fan of traditional over-ear headphones and want something more compact that’s easier to travel with, you’ll love these true noise-canceling earbuds. The sound quality is excellent, and this bundle includes a wireless Qi charging pad.
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Whether you have an Android smartphone or an iPhone, this charging cable has got you covered should your phone die during your flight. It has USB-C, Lightning and micro-USB connectors, and you’ll be able to charge up to three devices simultaneously.
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Skull & Co. GripCase Lite Bundle
Playing Nintendo Switch is a great way to pass the time during a flight, but your hands and fingers might hurt after a while. However, you can reduce fatigue with this bundle, which includes a hard shell carrying case and three interchangeable grips.
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Lenovo Flex 3 2-in-1 Chromebook 2022
Standard laptops are great, but this Lenovo Flex Chromebook is much more practical for staying on top of your work while traveling. It has a crisp 11.6-inch HD touch screen, 160GB of local storage space and a flip design that allows it to double as a tablet.
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This tablet has a slim metal design, a lightweight build and a crystal-clear 10.4-inch display. The included S Pen is great for editing photos, taking notes and gaming, and the battery lasts up to 13 hours on a full charge.
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Livho 2 Pack Blue Light Blocking Glasses
Spending several hours in front of a screen can strain your eyes, so it’s a good idea to pack blue light-blocking glasses. These glasses have a sturdy but flexible frame and are excellent for reducing eye fatigue.
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It was another brutal day on Wall Street.
One of the broadest stock market indexes, the S&P 500, entered a bear market during Friday's trading. That means it had fallen a stunning 20% from a recent high in January.
A bear market is considered an important barometer of investor pessimism and is symbolic of a deep and sustained market selloff. It is defined as a period in which either a stock or market index drops by 20% or more from a recent high point.
The S&P 500 didn't remain in bear market territory for too long and recovered to end the day barely changed. However, the index was still off over 3% for the week, posting its seventh consecutive week of declines, an event which has only occurred five times since 1928, according to Howard Silverblatt, senior index analyst at S&P Dow Jones Indices.
Stocks have been whipsawed in recent weeks and months because of worries about high inflation and rising rates. Fears that these forces might tip the country into a recession have also picked up.
"We see a very narrow path forward to achieve a soft landing and continue to anticipate a mild recession around the end of 2023," Matthew Luzzetti, the chief U.S. economist at Deutsche Bank, said in a recent note.
Aside from inflation, a range of uncertainty has clouded the outlook for Wall Street. The ongoing war in Ukraine has led to higher commodity prices worldwide, and new COVID lockdowns in China have led to worries supply-chain issues will continue.
Among Friday's biggest stock market losers was Deere, which is one of the largest tractor makers in the world. The company said it is paying more for materials and continues to face a shortage of parts. Deere shares fell 15%.
This comes after earlier this week Walmart and Target reported that they were seeing signs that their customers were shifting their shopping habits. Some were buying fewer items and others were staying away from more expensive ones.
Walmart's CFO Brett Biggs even told CNBC that customers were trading down to cheaper brands and choosing smaller sizes like half-gallons of milk and the store brand of lunch meat instead of a pricier brand-name one.
The S&P 500 is an index that tracks the 500 stocks of mostly the largest U.S. companies. It is a barometer of the health of corporate America and is considered one of leading indicators of the U.S. economy.
Trillions of dollars, including from retirement portfolios, are invested in index funds that make up the stocks of the S&P 500. When the value of the index falls, it leaves less for retirement income, one of the largest causes of worry for retirees.
On Friday, the benchmark S&P index joined the tech-heavy Nasdaq, which is already in a bear market and is now down about 30% from its all-time high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is off about 15% from a recent high.
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Michigan State president: Post-game melee ‘unacceptable’
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan State President Samuel Stanley called actions by Spartans football players involved in a postgame melee with members of rivalry Michigan’s team “unacceptable” and said Sunday those involved would be held responsible by coach Mel Tucker.
“I’m extremely saddened by this incident and the unacceptable behavior depicted by members of our football program,” Stanley said in a statement. “On behalf of Michigan State University, my heartfelt apology to the University of Michigan and the student athletes who were injured.
“There is no provocation that could justify the behavior we are seeing on the videos. Rivalries can be intense but should never be violent.”
The scuffle broke out in the Michigan Stadium tunnel out after fourth-ranked Wolverines beat the Spartans 29-7 Saturday night. Social media posts showed at least three Michigan State players pushing, punching and kicking Michigan’s Ja’Den McBurrows in and near a hallway that does not lead to either locker room.
Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said Saturday that a second player, who he did not identify, was also attacked and that one player was injured and might have a broken nose.
“Two of our players were assaulted,” Harbaugh said. “I saw on the one video. 10 on one. It was pretty bad. It needs to be investigated.”
Tucker said in a tweet Sunday that his program will cooperate with law enforcement and the Big Ten in any investigation.
“As Spartans, our program has a responsibility to uphold the highest level of sportsmanship. While emotions were very high at the conclusion of our rivalry game at Michigan Stadium, there is no excuse for behavior that puts our team or our opponents at risk,” Tucker said. “In complete cooperation with law enforcement, the Big Ten Conference and MSU and UM leadership, we will evaluate the events in Ann Arbor and take swift and appropriate action.”
University of Michigan Deputy Police Chief Melissa Overton said an investigation is underway in partnership with Michigan State police, and Michigan’s athletic department and football program.
“Coach Tucker will be holding the players involved responsible, and our football team and university will be cooperating with all related investigations by law enforcement and the Big Ten Conference,” Stanley said.
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Community kitchen struggles as inflation pushes more families into poverty in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires kitchen feeds approximately 50 families each day
- Anahí Robledo, a dedicated domestic worker, runs a community kitchen in a poverty-stricken neighborhood on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, where she feeds 50 families every day.
- The kitchen is a lifeline for many families affected by the chronic inflation that has plunged four out of ten people in Argentina into poverty.
- Argentina is grappling with a severe economic crisis, with inflation rates projected to reach approximately 150% by the end of 2023.
Anahí Robledo feeds 50 families each day at the community kitchen she runs in a poor neighborhood on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, struggling with the chronic inflation that has thrown four in every ten people in the country into poverty.
Argentina is battling an economic crisis which could see inflation hit around 150% by the end of the year, one of the highest rates in the world.
Robledo said the soup kitchen she works at can't keep up: it went from feeding 10 or 15 families to around 50 today.
"You can't keep count of the dishes we have to make for that amount of people," said Robledo, a 47-year-old domestic worker who volunteers on the side, as she kneaded bread.
"It makes me sad because nothing has changed and everything continues to get worse. I would like each family to have a plate of food on their table to eat with their children and not have to come to a soup kitchen," she said.
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Argentina has long battled high inflation, currency weakness and indebtedness, but high global prices linked to the war in Ukraine and one of the country's worst-ever droughts have hit its ability to stabilize its economy.
Argentina's official statistics agency is set to release official inflation data for May later on Wednesday, with analysts predicting a monthly rise of 8.8%, even faster than the 8.4% jump a month earlier. The annual rate is already 109%.
To get the growing amount of food they need, Robledo goes to a large market on the outskirts of Buenos Aires to rummage through discarded fruit and vegetables and salvage what she can.
"We go to the wholesale market and from there we get the vegetables. When the boys come out to throw them away, we grab them, clean them, chop them and freeze them," she said.
As in other soup kitchens in the country of 46 million people, many children come to get fed.
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"Why is there such a need? It's like something is failing, do you understand? We are worse off than before," Robledo said as she served rice pudding to a girl in a cut-up plastic bottle.
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Multi–unit franchise group, Ohana Restaurant Group LLC, to develop seven locations in new markets.
KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaiian Bros, the fast-growing, award-winning restaurant concept, signed its fourth franchise agreement with Ohana Restaurant Group LLC, owned/operated by Zach Fugate and cousins Nick and Nathan Blasi, in May 2023. The newly formed Ohana Restaurant Group LLC franchised the Springdale Arkansas location and will develop seven additional Hawaiian Bros restaurants across four markets. Fugate is the designated principal for Hawaiian Bros, responsible for Operations and Real Estate site selection.
Zach Fugate leads the pizza hut division of Fugate Enterprises, a family business started by his grandfather in 1974. Based in Wichita, KS. Fugate Enterprises operates approximately 150 Pizza Hut and 75 Taco Bells across multiple states. Zach recently decided to franchise Hawaiian Bros with Nick and Nathan Blasi. Ohana Restaurant Group will develop restaurants in the following markets: Wichita, KS; Joplin and Springfield, MO; and the Arkansas cities of Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale, and Ft. Smith.
"I was looking for a new concept that aligns with our principles and allows for growth. It starts with how Hawaiian Bros treats their people and that translates into a maniacal focus on operations," said Zach Fugate, President, Ohana Restaurant Group. "That simplicity leads to best-in-class drive thru times and high AUVs, and we know people are looking for great food fast. Hawaiian Bros delivers that, which made partnering with them an easy decision."
Nick and Nathan Blasi are licensees and dealers of marine watercraft, operating multiple retail locations in greater Wichita, KS.
"We wanted to grow our business into something more and it made sense to partner with Zach, with his history in the restaurant business. We are so excited to join this brand with our family," said Nick Blasi, Vice President, Ohana Restaurant Group.
Since the inception of the concept in 2018, Hawaiian Bros has landed on numerous nationally recognized lists, including a notable new entrant on the Technomic Top 500 list, QSR's Best Brands to Work For, and a top spot on QSR Magazine's 40/40 list. The fast-casual brand is conversing with a growing list of interested multi-unit franchisees with more than 10 years of operations experience who can leverage their market knowledge into fast growth. Committed to preserving the culture of the brand, Hawaiian Bros is conscientious in selecting groups that align with the 'ohana culture and Aloha Spirit – showing kindness and treating everyone as 'ohana, like family, in everything they do.
"Zach Fugate and partners Nick and Nathan Blasi exemplify the caliber of franchisees selected to grow with our Hawaiian Bros 'ohana. We're thrilled to see a growing interest among legacy multi-unit, multi-brand franchise operators seeking diversification into new, emerging concepts offering high sales potential and simplified operations," said Grant Kreutzer, VP Franchise Development. "Our franchisees recognize the value of being part of a groundbreaking concept that dominates its own new category, with very little competition in many markets."
Hawaiian Bros currently has 39 restaurants open in seven states across the country. The plate lunch concept offers a variety of juicy chicken glazed with sweet, savory, or spicy sauces or slow-roasted pork; macaroni salad, a bed of steamed white rice or vegetables; and for something sweet, the smooth and delicious tropical Dole Soft Serve ®.
Visit https://hawaiianbros.com/franchise/ for more information about franchising opportunities and to join Hawaiian Bros' 'ohana.
About Hawaiian Bros
At Hawaiian Bros, we're inspired every day to spread the Aloha Spirit. To show kindness and respect, and to treat everyone as 'ohana, like family, in everything we do. Founded on the principles of honor, inclusion and gratitude, we respect the dignity and self-worth of every team member and guest. We value our differences and celebrate our common ground. And we say, "thank you" often, emphasizing daily positives in our lives. Hawaiian Bros owns and operates 39 restaurants serving the Aloha spirit in seven states across America and is currently expanding its franchise opportunities.
For more information, visit www.hawaiianbros.com.
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Medical tragedy in Carrolton highlights urgency for medical center reopening
CARROLTON, Ala. (WBRC) - An emergency medical situation in downtown Carrolton drove home the very point town leaders have been trying to get across about the hospital that’s closed in Pickens County.
It happened around 10:45 Wednesday morning. A woman suffered a medical emergency while driving. She parked in front of city hall and collapsed.
“Just watched a lady die,” said Mayor Mickey Walker.
Carrolton Mayor Mickey Walker was so shaken by the situation he became somewhat emotional describing the scene that unfolded mere feet from the front door of city hall.
“We’re talking right in front of city hall. Everybody is coming down the street witnessing it and talking about how the hospital is right here,” said Mayor Walker.
To add to the drama, a medivac from another county literally landed in the town square to bring life-saving equipment. An ambulance was still miles away because it was on another run. Vicky McCrory feels certain the woman would have had at least a fighting chance if the medical center was open.
“Because she would have had immediate care. She would have had immediate ALS care,” said McCrory, a paramedic with Pickens County Ambulance Service.
This brings us to the very latest on the status of getting the Pickens County hospital open. Lawmakers in the Alabama House of Representatives have approved $8 million to open the medical center as a mental health facility for adolescents. The proposed funding is now in the senate waiting for approval. Assuming this happens, the next immediate goal according to town leaders is to reopen the emergency room.
What happened in the Carrolton town square was somber reminder of just what a difference a functioning medical center could have made. Emily Dahlberg says her own father performed CPR on the woman but she never made it.
“She could have had a fighting chance but by the time the helicopter got here it was too late,” said Emily Dahlberg.
Too late, two words the locals here never want to hear again.
In terms what happened to the lady who died, no official word on her cause of death.
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Myra Greenberg, center, of Margate, talks about her husband's love of nature Wednesday during the Jerry Fund's presentation of $15,000 to Project Osprey at Cape May County Technical High School.
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Dan Greenberg, left, of Lexington, Massachusetts, listens as Evan Ewing, 18, of Cold Spring in Lower Township, talks about the Eastern mud turtle.
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Dempsey Ryan, 17, of Cape May, holds Archie the bearded dragon Wednesday at Cape May County Technical High School.
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Hanna Toft, left, the natural sciences teacher at Cape May County Technical High School and head of the Project Osprey club, hugs Myra Greenberg, husband of the late Jerry Greenberg, for whom the Jerry Fund is named.
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — Efforts to carry on a family legacy are helping to preserve local wildlife and support a new generation of naturalists.
Cape May County Technical High School received a $15,000 grant Wednesday to support the efforts of its Project Osprey club and its mission to care for the local osprey population. The grant was the first awarded by the Jerry Fund, a new charitable organization meant to help local schools.
Hanna Toft, the natural sciences teacher at Cape May Tech and head of the Project Osprey club, said she was moved by the donation.
“I love what I get to teach and the students love it, but to know that there’s people out there that also appreciate everything that we’re teaching, it makes it so much more meaningful, because then we know that what we’re doing is relevant to the community,” Toft said. “It really warms my heart.”
The Jerry Fund seeks to support public schools in Atlantic and Cape May counties, with a focus on supporting elementary and high school programs in science, technology, engineering and math, as well as agricultural technology and ecology.
The fund was established in memory of the late Jerome “Jerry” Greenberg, who died in 2022.
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An Atlantic City High School alumnus and lifelong resident of Absecon Island, Greenberg was a nature and science enthusiast. He was a rock climber as a young man, tended his garden, worked on crafts and canoed rivers of the Pine Barrens even into his 80s, according to the Jerry Fund website.
Upon learning about Project Osprey, Daniel Greenberg, Jerry's son, thought it was just right for the inaugural Jerry Fund grant. He recalled how his father, “a great naturalist,” would watch ospreys nested in Margate and would celebrate the small scenes of nature in the Pine Barrens that “you wouldn’t even see until he pointed them out.”
He also remembered his father’s extensive woodwork and said the club synthesized his father’s love of nature and science with his master craftsmanship.
“It makes us think of him in both aspects,” said Daniel Greenberg, who was originally from Margate and now lives in Lexington, Massachusetts. “When we think of this project, we think of him, and that was the whole intent of the Jerry Fund.”
“My dad loved the outdoors, and this really personifies all of that,” added Paul Greenberg, Daniel’s brother and Jerry’s son, who lives in Westport, Connecticut. “It’s just a project to preserve a bird that he loved.”
The idea for the creation of the Jerry Fund originated with Jerry's wife, Myra Greenberg.
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During the ceremony Wednesday, Myra also recalled Jerry’s ventures into the Pine Barrens, describing his “exceptional observation skills” and study of wild orchids, trapdoor spiders, lichens and the woods’ wild blueberries and cranberries.
She also discussed the birdhouses he built and his life’s work in crafts that support nature — something she said she could recognize in the students’ work. Jerry, she said, was always eager to teach young people about the world around them.
“He enjoyed sharing his discoveries with others, especially with children, who are immediately drawn to the sense of wonderment,” Myra Greenberg said.
Daniel, Paul and Myra Greenberg awarded the students the grant in the form of an oversized check Wednesday during class. Teachers and students assembled beforehand in a classroom in which the program’s connection with nature was on full display, with a chicken, exotic reptiles and other animals walking about in the classroom.
The students could speak to the impact that grants such as that from the Jerry Fund could have on the next generation.
Kamryn Parker, a senior from the Villas in Lower Township, recalled birdwatching with the class and said she wanted a career in marine biology after high school. She came out to accept the check with a corn snake wrapped around her neck.
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“I love nature a lot,” Parker said. “This check definitely means a lot to the class and future natural science students, and that’s like a really good thing.”
William Rutherford, a junior from North Wildwood, said he liked learning about the migratory patterns of the local ospreys.
Echoing Parker, Rutherford said he was also interested in becoming a marine biologist and felt that the class, with support of the grant, prepared him to do just that.
“It definitely helps that I’m in this program now, so it can help me later in life,” Rutherford said.
For Phoebe Lanzone, a junior from West Wildwood, naturalism is a family legacy. Lanzone said her parents are wildlife biologists, so the class was particularly meaningful to her. She said she enjoyed tagging ospreys with the club, as well as going birdwatching and banding raptors in her free time with her parents.
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“I’ve always been really involved in nature, since I was a baby, and I really connect with everything that’s involved with it,” Lanzone said. “I really just love to be out in nature all the time. … It’s a really unique experience.”
After the ceremony, the Greenberg family and some members of Project Osprey went out to the marsh just off campus to see how the grant could be put to work. Daniel Greenberg said he hoped the money would leave “a lasting impact.”
The family is hoping to spread that impact to other schools. The Jerry Fund grant will be awarded annually, and interested schools can learn about applying for a grant at jerryfund.org. For now, the Greenbergs will continue to carry on Jerry’s legacy as they look for signs of ospreys making their way back to South Jersey.
“Jerry waited patiently each year for the return of the ospreys, watching the platforms near us,” Myra Greenberg said. “He would announce ‘the ospreys are back’ with much delight.”
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AI helped create ‘last Beatles record,’ Paul McCartney says
LONDON (AP) — Artificial intelligence has been used to extract John Lennon’s voice from an old demo to create “the last Beatles record,” Paul McCartney said Tuesday.
McCartney, 80, told the BBC that the technology was used to separate the Beatles’ voices from background sounds during the making of director Peter Jackson’s 2021 documentary series, “The Beatles: Get Back.” The new song is set to be released later this year, he said.
Jackson was “able to extricate John’s voice from a ropey little bit of cassette and a piano,” McCartney told BBC radio. “He could separate them with AI, he’d tell the machine ‘That’s a voice, this is a guitar, lose the guitar’.”
“So when we came to make what will be the last Beatles record, it was a demo that John had that we worked on,” he added. “We were able to take John’s voice and get it pure through this AI so then we could mix the record as you would do. It gives you some sort of leeway.”
McCartney described AI technology as “kind of scary but exciting,” adding: “We will just have to see where that leads.”
The same technology enabled McCartney to “duet” virtually with Lennon, who was murdered in 1980, on “I’ve Got a Feeling” last year at Glastonbury Festival.
The singer-songwriter is set to open an exhibition later this month at the National Portrait Gallery featuring previously unseen photographs he took during the early days of The Beatles as the band rose to worldwide fame.
The exhibition, titled “Eye of the Storm,” showcases more than 250 photos McCartney took on his camera between 1963 and 1964 — including portraits of Ringo Starr, George Harrison and Lennon, as well as Beatles manager Brian Epstein.
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A court in military ruled Myanmar has convicted Aung San Suu Kyi and an Australian economic adviser to three years in jail for violating the official secrets act.
Suu Kyi and Australian Sean Turnell were being tried together in this case, though Suu Kyi has already been convicted on several other counts and sentenced to more than 20 years.
Turnell had been serving as an economic advisor to Suu Kyi when the elected government she led was ousted by the military in February 2021. Australia's Foreign Minister, Penny Wong today rejected the court's ruling and called for Turnell's "immediate release." She also said that Australian consular officials were denied access to the court in Myanmar's capital, Naypyitaw.
Human rights groups and western governments call the cases against Suu Kyi, a former prime minister and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, politically motivated — aimed at keeping her out of politics for good.
The military leadership in Myanmar overthrew the elected civilian government in February 2021, jailing many Suu Kyi and many other senior members of the government. The junta carried out the country's first executions in decades in July, which included the hangings of two democracy activists.
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PRAGUE (AP) — The Czech government on Wednesday approved a defense military treaty with the United States.
The Defense Cooperation Agreement sets a legal framework for possible deployment of U.S. troops on Czech territory and their cooperation with the Czech armed forces.
It should make any such moves easier at a time of Russian aggression against Ukraine.
“It’s undoubtedly a step to boost our country’s security,” Prime Minister Petr Fiala said.
A date for signing the deal by the Czech and U.S. defense ministers is yet to be set. It will then need parliamentary and presidential approval.
Defense Minister Jana Cernochova called the U.S. “the most important ally in defense. Therefore, to boost trans-Atlantic ties is in the Czech vital interest.”
The U.S. has such agreements with 24 other NATO members, including Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Romania and Bulgaria that form the eastern flank of the alliance.
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LinkedIn has recognized Vidoomy for the second time as one of the top 10 most promising and advanced companies in the country.
MADRID, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vidoomy started its adventure in 2017, when three entrepreneurs, Marcos Cuesta, Eric Raventos and Antonio Simarro joined their passion for the technologically innovative, with their aim of connecting users with tailored-made advertising campaigns.
In its first year of action, the three founders created and implemented their own technology worldwide in websites and applications of more than 2,500 media outlets (television, newspapers, magazines and specialized blogs). Currently, Vidoomy handles monthly more than 900 million unique users, thus, transforming the company into an unstoppable talent of global presence, offices in more than 20 countries with more than 200 Vidoomers and, a culminating expansion plan.
Its position as the Top 8 start-up promotes this adtech as a worldwide benchmark. With this award, the social network recognizes the most attractive and best valued companies to work for in each country, thus, rewarding the companies that have been in the spotlight throughout the year.
Vidoomy's technology consists of an intelligent algorithm, unique in ensuring that more than 72% of users worldwide are interested in seeing their advertising videos in full. This is due to its commitment to the improvement and development of its technology, becoming one of the company's priorities and therefore, reinforcing the improvement of its figures year on year.
Due to Vidoomy´s persevering efforts, the exponential growth of the company is not surprising. Vidoomy, until 2019, was located only in Spain while today, it has offices and teams in: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Holland, Poland, Italy, India, Turkey, Iran, Argentina, Venezuela, Peru, Panama , Ecuador, Chile, Uruguay, Guatemala, Paraguay, Colombia and Mexico, and plans to expand over the next 18 months to Germany, Belgium, Ireland, Romania, Hungary, Greece, the United Arab Emirates and the United States.
The company reveals that the success of its expansion and internationalization is linked to its product and technology being created in-house, which is integrated ad hoc to media websites and applications, and thus, guaranteeing the maximum monetization of each advertising campaign.
Therefore, once advertisers make use of Vidoomy, due to seen result and transparency, they continue to use it constantly. In just five years, Vidoomy has not only managed to revolutionize the digital advertising market, positioning itself as a benchmark in the sector, but has also become an "employer of choice" developing a culture and environment that maximizes effort and unleashes the creativity and well-being of its employees. Without a doubt, Vidoomy has found the perfect equation to continue adding milestones to its short but successful history.
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Elon Musk: Won't let Twitter become 'free-for-all hellscape'
Elon Musk is telling Twitter advertisers he is buying the platform to "help humanity" and doesn’t want it to become a "free-for-all hellscape" where anything can be said with no consequences.
The message to advertisers posted Thursday on Twitter came a day before Musk’s deadline for closing his $44 billion deal to buy the social-media company and take it private.
"The reason I acquired Twitter is because it is important to the future of civilization to have a common digital town square, where a wide range of beliefs can be debated in a healthy manner, without resorting to violence," Musk wrote, in an unusually-long message for the billionaire Tesla CEO who typically projects his thoughts in one-line tweets.
He continued: "There is currently great danger that social media will splinter into far right wing and far left wing echo chambers that generate more hate and divide our society."
READ MORE: Musk carries a sink into Twitter headquarters during visit ahead of Friday deadline
The message reflects concerns among advertisers -- Twitter’s chief source of revenue -- that Musk’s plans to promote free speech by cutting back on moderating content will open the floodgates to more online toxicity and drive away users.
Musk told advertisers Thursday he wants Twitter to be "the most respected advertising platform in the world." He said it should be "warm and welcoming to all" and enable users to choose the experience they want to have.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk looks up as he addresses guests at the Offshore Northern Seas 2022 (ONS) meeting in Stavanger, Norway on August 29, 2022. (Photo by CARINA JOHANSEN/NTB/AFP via Getty Images)
"I didn’t do it to make money," he said of the pending acquisition. "I did it to try to help humanity, whom I love. And I do so with humility, recognizing that failure in pursuing this goal, despite our best efforts, is a very real possibility."
READ MORE: Report: Elon Musk plans to cut 75% of Twitter workforce
Friday’s deadline to close the deal was ordered by the Delaware Chancery Court in early October. It is the latest step in an epic battle during which Musk signed an April deal to acquire Twitter, then tried to back out of it, leading Twitter to sue the Tesla CEO to force him to conclude the deal. If the two sides don’t meet the Friday deadline, the next step could be a November trial that would likely lead to a judge forcing Musk to complete the deal.
But Musk has been signaling that the deal is going through by Friday, paying a visit to Twitter’s San Francisco headquarters Wednesday and changing his Twitter profile to "Chief Twit."
And overnight the New York Stock Exchange notified investors that it will suspend trading in shares of Twitter before the opening bell Friday in anticipation of the company going private under Musk. | https://www.fox29.com/news/elon-musk-says-he-wont-let-twitter-become-free-for-all-hellscape | 2022-10-27 16:39:40 | 0 | https://www.fox29.com/news/elon-musk-says-he-wont-let-twitter-become-free-for-all-hellscape |
Julius Randle’s wife, Kendra Randle, barked back at former NBA player Kenyon Martin’s take on the couple’s kiss following the New York Knicks’ Game 5 victory over the Miami Heat.
Martin found it odd that Randle’s initial reaction was to find his wife and kiss her after the win. He also had some words with their son, Kyden, before rejoining his teammates.
"We just got done playing a hard-fought game in a playoff series and the first thing [Randle does] is you go kiss his wife. That’s the first thing you do? Where is your mind at? The very first thing he did, dawg, when the game was over," Martin said on Gilbert Arena's "Gil's Arena" podcast.
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"I am sitting there watching the game with my wife. I'm like, ‘I love you to death, but ain’t no way in that incident. I’m gonna be with my guys. We just got done winning, I'm not even thinking about you.'"
Kendra Randle had time on Saturday to shoot back at Martin, as she used her Twitter page to do so, starting with some laughing emojis.
EX-NBA PLAYER CRITICIZES KNICKS' JULIUS RANDLE FOR KISSING WIFE RIGHT AFTER PLAYOFF GAME
"Slow news day I guess," she began. "Both of us grew up in single parent homes. We never saw our dads respect our mothers. I’m so grateful my kids get to grow up watching their dad be the best father and husband."
"By the way that game was after a win," she fired off in a separate tweet. "He would never be in the mood to kiss or even talk after a loss lol. But talk about real issues. Not a husband and father loving his family."
The 25-year-old, a fashion designer/blogger who founded "Muse Kalore," a women's wear boutique, has been a staple courtside at Madison Square Garden with 6-year-old Kyden since Randle joined the Knicks.
But they will have to wait until next season to see Julius play, as the Knicks dropped Game 6 to the Heat to lose their second round series.
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s Webb Space Telescope is finding bright, early galaxies that until now were hidden from view, including one that may have formed a mere 350 million years after the cosmic-creating Big Bang.
Astronomers said Thursday that if the results are verified, this newly discovered throng of stars would beat the most distant galaxy identified by the Hubble Space Telescope, a record-holder that formed 400 million years after the universe began.
Launched last December as a successor to Hubble, the Webb telescope is indicating stars may have formed sooner than previously thought — perhaps within a couple million years of creation.
Webb’s latest discoveries were detailed in the Astrophysical Journal Letters by an international team led by Rohan Naidu of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. The article elaborates on two exceptionally bright galaxies, the first thought to have formed 350 million years after the Big Bang and the other 450 million years after.
Naidu said more observations are needed in the infrared by Webb before claiming a new distance record-holder.
Although some researchers report having uncovered galaxies even closer to the creation of the universe 13.8 billion years ago, those candidates have yet to be verified, scientists stressed at a NASA news conference. Some of those could be later galaxies mimicking earlier ones, they noted.
“This is a very dynamic time,” said Garth Illingworth of the University of California, Santa Cruz, a co-author of the article published Thursday. “There have been lots of preliminary announcements of even earlier galaxies, and we’re still trying to sort out as a community which ones of those are likely to be real.”
Tommaso Treu of the University of California, Los Angeles, a chief scientist for Webb’s early release science program, said the evidence presented so far “is as solid as it gets” for the galaxy believed to have formed 350 million after the Big Bang.
If the findings are verified and more early galaxies are out there, Naidu and his team wrote that Webb “will prove highly successful in pushing the cosmic frontier all the way to the brink of the Big Bang.”
“When and how the first galaxies formed remains one of the most intriguing questions,” they said in their paper.
NASA’s Jane Rigby, a project scientist with Webb, noted that these galaxies “were hiding just under the limits of what Hubble could do.”
“They were right there waiting for us,” she told reporters. “So that’s a happy surprise that there are lots of these galaxies to study.”
The $10 billion observatory — the world’s largest and most powerful telescope ever sent into space — is in a solar orbit that’s 1 million miles (1.6 million kilometers) from Earth. Full science operations began over the summer, and NASA has since released a series of dazzling snapshots of the universe.
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