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WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A Wichita Falls mother is charged with injury to a child when police say she called her son a wimp and slapped him after he burned himself while trying to cook his pizza.
Betty Savis has been released on $8,000 bonds for injury to a child, interfering with an emergency call and assault of her mother who said she drove to her daughter’s house to get her grandson after he called crying.
Police responded to Savis’ residence on Fillmore on Tuesday, March 21 and say the 12-year-old boy said his mother always gets angry and hostile toward him when she drinks.
He said he did not want to make her mad, but needed help cooking a pizza and asked for help, which caused an argument.
He said he burned his hand and when they sat down at the table she said “Wow, you really are a wimp, aren’t you?” and got up and walked over and slapped the back of his head. The boy’s grandmother said she went to pick up her grandson when he called her and was confronted by Savis who told her she wasn’t taking her son.
The grandmother said she yelled at Savis for not giving him better care and that if she did not calm down she would call the police. When Savis did not calm down, the grandmother began to call police and said Savis got angry and slapped the phone out of her hand, causing a scratch to the grandmother’s cheek. | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/crime/crime-crime/police-mother-slaps-son-calls-him-a-wimp-after-he-burns-hand/ | 2023-03-23 00:06:34 | 0 | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/crime/crime-crime/police-mother-slaps-son-calls-him-a-wimp-after-he-burns-hand/ |
In fight of his life, former New Jersey Nets player Chris Engler battles ALS
On Friday, June 2, 2023, Major League Baseball will promote awareness for ALS with Lou Gehrig Day across the country. It was 82 years ago this week that 35-year-old New York Yankee and Major League Baseball Hall of Fame player Lou Gehrig died from the terrible disease ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). ALS is a nervous system disease that weakens the muscles and impacts physical function.
It’s been a very long 82 years since Lou Gehrig died from ALS and there is still no cure. Billions of dollars have been spent in research but hope is on the horizon. Recently there have been a few signs of good news due to several studies and treatments. One of those treatments is The Healey Platform Trial, which has accelerated treatment with a reduction in the cost of research, time of treatment and participation of patients.
In the past six months, two new drugs that may be helpful in slowing down the progress of ALS were FDA approved and are now being introduced, radicava and tofersen have received millions in donations and research to help ALS patients. Other studies are out there and we hope that this terrible disease will become a curable disease in the past. We are making progress.
ALS is personal to me. I have hosted many benefits here in New Jersey to raise monies for more research. I have known people that have succumbed to ALS and the pain upon hearing of the loss is like another hard shot to the gut. It hurts. I’ve discussed the disease in depth with ALS research doctors, nurses, caregivers and families of those afflicted with ALS.
The disease got real when two years ago one of my very close college friends was diagnosed with ALS. My friend Chris Engler stands 7 feet tall and played basketball at the University of Minnesota where I went to college and then he changed schools and played for the University of Wyoming. Chris was drafted in the NBA and landed with the Golden State Warriors, had a stretch with the Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks and ended his career here in New Jersey with the Nets.
Chris is a smart man who after playing continued his education and became a teacher and a lawyer. He married his beautiful wife Cara and they raised their daughter Carina. Chris is the most down-to-earth nicest guy I have ever met. We had become friends fast and furious and have remained in touch every year for close to 45 years.
I was so crushed when I heard Chris got the diagnosis of ALS.
To Chris, this is all in stride and his veracious attitude and action in finding how ALS works and how he can personally attack it became he and Cara’s mission. Chris attacked this like it was game 7 on the NBA Finals. We compared notes on what I was told, he found studies and trial programs that fit and some that didn’t. Chris, who currently lives in Stillwater, Minnesota, was there when then Minnesota State Senator Tommasoni, an ALS patient himself, was instrumental in getting $20 million allocated for ALS research.
Chris went to the statehouse and was present for the signing of that bill. Unfortunately, Senator Tommasoni succumbed to the disease shortly after the bill was signed last year. Chris got together with former Minnesota Twin Kent Hrbek and helped raise funds for Kent’s charity ALS Association of MN/ND/SD chapter. Kent has been a diligent worker to find the cure of ALS after Kent’s dad succumbed to the disease in the early '80s.
Chris is also a big proponent of Never Surrender, a charity that continues to help those afflicted with ALS in the Minnesota area. He met with Sandy the executive director and a great charitable bond was created. He continues to support and attend when he can, fundraisers for Never Surrender.
Big Chris continues his fight, as I write this article he is receiving new treatment from a new trial plan that wasn’t available a year ago.
Here in New Jersey, I have a near and dear charity that is close to my heart, Joan Dancy and PALS. The Joan Dancy and PALS Foundation was formed in 2005 by my good friend and Bruce Springsteen’s right-hand man, Terry Magovern, in honor of Joan Dancy, his late fiancé, after she succumbed to ALS. I was on the original executive committee. Their mission is to help people in our local communities afflicted with ALS by providing a better quality of life for them and their families.
Time, which is so precious when you have this disease, will tell if a cure is successful but continued research and trial programs are currently being tested every day and more are needed to closer finding a cure. Until we can eradicate this horrible disease we need your help. I hope that you can send all those fighting ALS and the families that are also affected good thoughts and help in searching for a cure to ALS. They need you and so does my man Big Chris. I got you big fella. For your help and continued hope I am forever grateful.
Here is how you can help:
Never Surrender: neversurrenderinc.org
Joan Dancy & PALS: joandancyandpals.com
The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 weekend host Big Joe Henry. Any opinions expressed are Big Joe’s own.
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Eric Bieniemy is finalizing terms of a deal to become the Washington Commanders’ offensive coordinator and assistant head coach, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Friday because the deal was not yet completed. It’s expected to be done Saturday.
Bieniemy, a two-time Super Bowl-winning assistant with Kansas City, now gets the chance to show what he can do without Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes.
Bieniemy, who turns 54 in August, emerged from a pool of more than a half-dozen candidates as Washington’s choice for the job following the Chiefs’ second championship in his five seasons as their offensive coordinator. The longtime NFL assistant has interviewed for numerous head coaching jobs, but Reid calling plays for an offense featuring a two-time MVP in Mahomes clouded Bieniemy’s stock.
The decisions by teams not to hire Bieniemy, who is Black, as a head coach have been an ongoing talking point for critics of the NFL’s minority hiring practices.
Bieniemy will get the chance to call plays and run every aspect of Washington’s offense under Ron Rivera, a defensive-minded coach and former linebacker who’s going into his fourth season in charge of the team’s football operations.
Bieniemy inherits second-year quarterback Sam Howell, who goes into spring as the starter, and an offense that includes running backs Brian Robinson Jr. and Antonio Gibson and top receiver Terry McLaurin.
A running back for nine seasons in the 1990s, Bieniemy has coached at the college and pro levels. He coached running backs with Kansas City for five years before being promoted to offensive coordinator and before that worked at the University of Colorado and for the Minnesota Vikings as a position coach.
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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Mostly cloudy skies today as Kay inches closer.
We'll see very slight rain chances to our west tonight, but much better Friday into Saturday.
A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for western Pima county Friday through Saturday.
Temps start trending down today as distant Hurricane Kay ushers moisture into the region.
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Members in participating health plans will have access to workouts and meditations for all skill levels, interests, and goals with an Apple Fitness+ subscription at no additional cost
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SilverSneakers® by Tivity Health®, the nation's leading fitness program for older adults, will offer members an Apple Fitness+™ subscription at no additional cost starting in 2023. With a Fitness+ subscription SilverSneakers members in participating health plans will have access to over 3,000 workouts and meditations including programs to get started or go after a goal and engaging audio experiences like Time to Walk and Time to Run to motivate users to get moving outside.
Fitness+, the award-winning fitness subscription service designed to be welcoming to all and help users live a healthier day, will empower eligible SilverSneakers members to exercise anytime, anywhere and no matter where they are on their fitness journey. The world-class workouts and meditations are led by a diverse and inclusive team of trainers, curated for a range of abilities, skill levels, ages and interests. SilverSneakers is the only senior fitness program that will offer Fitness+ in January through select Medicare plans.
"We are excited to work with SilverSneakers and offer Fitness+ to this inspiring community of active older adults, who are motivated to live a healthier day by staying mentally and physically fit," said Jay Blahnik, Vice President of Fitness Technologies at Apple. "Fitness+ is designed to be inclusive and welcoming to all, no matter what fitness level or stage of life people are in. With over 3,000 workouts and meditations, we can't wait for SilverSneakers members to join us and introduce them to our trainer team who will keep them energized from start to finish."
Aetna®, a CVS Health® company, will be the first health plan to offer Fitness+ through SilverSneakers. Aetna Medicare Advantage members will have access to the full Fitness+ library of workouts and meditations at no additional cost starting in January.
"We continue to promote the benefits of physical activity to our members and are excited to offer them more ways to move with Apple Fitness+ made available by SilverSneakers," said Christopher Ciano, President, Aetna Medicare. "SilverSneakers understands the unique needs and fitness preferences of older adults. We share their passion for encouraging older adults to keep their bodies and minds active for improved overall well-being. We hope our members will embrace this opportunity to exercise in new ways and have fun doing it."
With Fitness+, SilverSneakers members in participating health plans can choose from the full library of Fitness+ content, with workouts and meditations ranging from 5 to 45 minutes across 11 workout types, including Dance, Pilates, Strength, and Yoga, along with video and audio guided meditations to support cognitive health and stress relief. There are also workout programs with custom content designed to support users through a season of life or help them prepare for important moments like Workouts for Beginners, Workouts for Older Adults, and Meditations for Beginners. In addition, users can access Time to Walk, an audio walking experience featuring some of the world's most interesting and influential people such as, Billie Jean King, Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, Dr. Jane Goodall, Robin Roberts, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and Sugar Ray Leonard, and Time to Run, an audio running experience featuring popular running routes in notable cities around the world. Every Fitness+ studio workout includes modifications to accommodate all fitness levels, along with options for closed captioning and subtitles in six languages.
"Offering Apple Fitness+ to members is an exciting way for us to deliver more opportunities than ever to experience the mental and physical benefits of exercise and meditation through a service that is welcoming to all", said Richard Ashworth, President & CEO, Tivity Health. "We're proud to be the only senior fitness program bringing Apple Fitness+ to our members with so many ways to stay motivated. This collaboration will provide eligible SilverSneakers members with more ways to access fitness using familiar technology with workouts and features to keep them engaged and help them track their progress."
Beginning in January, eligible SilverSneakers members can activate their Fitness+ subscription through their SilverSneakers member account on SilverSneakers.com or through the SilverSneakers GO mobile app. Users only need an iPhone to sign up, and can then experience Fitness+ on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Fitness+ users with an Apple Watch can continue to take their motivation to the next level with personalized real-time metrics that display on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, as well as the ability to experience Time to Walk, Time to Run, and meditations with just their Apple Watch paired with AirPods or other Bluetooth-enabled headphones.
For more information, visit silversneakers.com/applefitness.
About Tivity Health
Tivity Health® Inc., is a leading provider of healthy life-changing solutions, including SilverSneakers®, Prime® Fitness and WholeHealth Living®. We help adults improve their health and support them on life's journey by providing access to in-person and virtual physical activity, social, and mental enrichment programs, as well as a full suite of physical medicine and integrative health services. We continue to enhance the way we direct members along their journey to better health by delivering an insights-driven, personalized, interactive experience. Our suite of services supports health plans nationwide as they seek to reduce costs and improve health outcomes. At Tivity Health, we deliver the resources members need to live healthier, happier, more connected lives. Learn more at www.tivityhealth.com.
About SilverSneakers
SilverSneakers®, by Tivity Health®, is the nation's leading community fitness program for Medicare eligible Americans. The program was founded in 1992 and is available to more than 18 million Americans through many Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement carriers, and group retiree plans. For more information, to check eligibility or to enroll in the program or sign up for a SilverSneakers newsletter, go to silversneakers.com.
Apple Fitness+ is a trademark of Apple Inc.
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SAN SABA COUNTY, Texas — Two men are dead after a driver failed to stay in their lane, resulting in a head-on collision, Texas DPS said.
At 4:06 p.m. Friday, officers were dispatched to Farm-to-Market Road 45, about half a mile south of FM 2995 in San Saba County, on reports of a major crash between two pick-up trucks.
Texas DPS said a 2018 Dodge Ram truck, operated by 65-year-old Richard Blair Harris, of Brownwood, Texas, had been towing a cargo trailer traveling northbound on FM 45.
Meanwhile, officials said a 2001 Chevrolet pick-up truck, operated by 52-year-old Eugenio Botello Perez, of San Saba, Texas, had been traveling southbound, approaching the Dodge.
According to Texas DPS, the Chevrolet failed to maintain single lane, crossed into the northbound lane, and into the path of the Dodge, effectively resulting in a collision.
Both Harris and Perez were pronounced dead on the scene by Justice of the Peace Sharon Blossman.
Texas DPS said a 23-year-old male passenger traveling in the Dodge sustained non-incapacitating injuries and was treated on the scene.
Next of kin have since been notified.
An investigation into this incident remains active and ongoing.
"Texas DPS reminds drivers to limit distractions while driving," Sgt. Bryan Washko, Texas DPS said in a statement.
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The asteroid 2023 DW was just discovered in late February. But NASA says it's tracking it closely to learn about its orbital path, because the asteroid "has a very small chance of impacting Earth" in 23 years.
The asteroid's diameter is listed at nearly 50 meters — roughly the size of an Olympic swimming pool. It takes 271 days to orbit the sun.
NASA says that, after a new object is first discovered, "it takes several weeks of data to reduce the uncertainties and adequately predict their orbits years into the future."
As for how small the chance of impact is currently estimated to be, NASA puts it at "1 in 560 odds of impact." Put another way, there is only a 0.18% chance of hitting Earth, or a 99.82% chance that the asteroid will streak harmlessly past our planet.
Asteroid 2023 DW currently tops the "Risk List" maintained by the European Space Agency — a roster of 1,450 near-Earth objects "for which a non-zero impact probability has been computed."
Similar-sized objects have hit Earth
Even if the asteroid were to strike our planet, it wouldn't be expected to create a broadly cataclysmic event. Objects of similar size have hit Earth before, including the impact some 50,000 years ago that left the Meteor Crater in modern-day Arizona.
And in 1908, Siberian forestland was devastated in the "Tunguska Event" that tore up 800 square miles of land and blasted 80 million trees, leaving them splayed in a radial pattern.
The science of hazard ratings
There are two impact hazard scales: the Palermo Scale, which specialists use to impart a granular look at the potential risks posed by near-earth-objects, and the older Torino Scale, which uses color codes and a 0-10 rating to communicate possible risks to the public.
NASA explains how the Palermo Scale works:
"For convenience the scale is logarithmic, so, for examples, a Palermo Scale value of -2 indicates that the detected potential impact event is only 1% as likely as a random background event occurring in the intervening years, a value of zero indicates that the single event is just as threatening as the background hazard, and a value of +2 indicates an event that is 100 times more likely than a background impact by an object at least as large before the date of the potential impact in question."
Asteroid 2023 DW is one of only three objects that currently have a Palermo Scale value greater than -3, listed at -2.17 on the ESA's website.
On the Torino Scale, Asteroid 2023 DW is currently the only object with a value of 1 — a designation that applies to a "routine" event in which a near-Earth pass "is predicted that poses no unusual level of danger."
On the scale's color-coded chart, 1 is green. For objects in that category, NASA says, further observations "very likely will lead to re-assignment to Level 0," which represents the "no hazard" zone.
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Behind a closed chapel office door inside a federal women’s prison in California, a chaplain forced inmates seeking his spiritual guidance to have sex with him — exploiting their faith and their powerlessness behind bars for his own gratification, prosecutors said.
James Theodore Highhouse, who pleaded guilty in February and is scheduled to be sentenced on Wednesday, would tell women he abused at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, California, that everyone in the Bible had sex and that God wanted them to be together, prosecutors said.
Highhouse, an Army veteran, pressured one inmate into having intercourse with him on Veterans Day by telling her she needed to serve her country and on Thanksgiving by telling her she needed to show her gratitude for him, prosecutors said.
Prosecutors are seeking a 10-year prison sentence for Highhouse, who’s among five workers at the Bay Area lockup charged in the last 14 months with sexually abusing inmates.
In a sentencing memorandum, they implored a judge to deviate from federal guidelines, which call for less than three years in prison, and deliver “a just punishment for this particularly vile conduct.”
While Highhouse, 49, was charged only with abusing one inmate, prosecutors say he engaged in predatory conduct with at least six women from 2014 to 2019 — including one he counseled at a veterans hospital where he worked before joining the federal Bureau of Prisons, where allegations were routinely ignored.
“Highhouse ruined my life — he truly did,” one inmate said in a victim impact statement. “I don’t even go to Church anymore because of him. I have no trust in the Church and really, I don’t trust anyone because of what he did.”
Highhouse, enabled by a toxic culture of abuse and coverups at the prison — known to many as the “rape club” — warned victims not to report him, telling one of them “no one will believe you because you’re an inmate, and I’m a chaplain,” prosecutors wrote in a sentencing memorandum.
At the same time, prosecutors wrote, a prison counselor would rail about inmates “snitching” on employees, suggesting they instead “tell Trump about it,” referring to then-President Donald Trump.
Highhouse’s lawyers are seeking a two-year prison sentence, the low end of the 24 months to 30 months recommended in federal guidelines.
In their sentencing memorandum, Highhouse’s lawyers noted that he served as an Army chaplain in Iraq and Afghanistan, is seeking treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder and major depressive disorder and spends time caring for his elderly mother after his father’s death earlier this year. He has no prior criminal history and accepts responsibility for his crimes, they wrote.
“He fully regrets the pain he caused the victim in this case, as well as the other people in his life,” Highhouse’s lawyers wrote, calling his actions “a grave mistake.”
Federal probation officers who conducted a pre-sentence investigation and interviewed Highhouse recommended a seven-year prison sentence, writing that Highhouse characterized his abuse as an “inappropriate relationship” and blamed his conduct on marital problems.
All sexual activity between a prison worker and an inmate is illegal. Correctional employees enjoy substantial power over inmates, controlling every aspect of their lives from mealtime to lights out, and there is no scenario in which an inmate can give consent.
Earlier this year, an Associated Press investigation revealed years of sexual misconduct at FCI Dublin, including allegations against the prison’s former warden. The AP also detailed steps that were taken to keep abuse secret, such as ignoring allegations, retaliating against whistleblowers and sending prisoners to solitary confinement or other prisons for reporting abuse.
After the AP’s reporting, a task force of senior federal prison officials descended on Dublin, meeting with staff and inmates and pledging to fix problems and change the culture. On Wednesday, as Highhouse is being sentenced in federal court in Oakland, new federal Bureau of Prisons Director Colette Peters is scheduled to visit Dublin for a status update.
Highhouse is the first of the five charged Dublin employees to reach the sentencing phase.
Enrique Chavez, a food service foreman, is expected to plead guilty on Sept. 14. Ross Klinger, a recycling technician, pleaded guilty in February but has yet to be sentenced.
The former warden, Ray J. Garcia, was recently charged with abusing two additional inmates, for a total of seven counts involving three victims. He pleaded not guilty to the initial charges against him and is scheduled to go on trial in November.
John Russell Bellhouse, a prison safety administrator, is scheduled to stand trial next June.
Highhouse pleaded guilty on Feb. 23 to two counts of sexual abuse of a ward, two counts of abusive sexual contact and one count of making false statements to federal agents.
All of the charges stem from allegations Highhouse repeatedly abused a female prisoner over a nine-month span in 2018 and 2019.
That woman said in a victim impact statement that she cried herself to sleep after testifying before a grand jury about Highhouse’s abuse.
“I felt so lost, hopeless, worthless, and betrayal and truly do not know what to do or who to talk to about my problems,” the woman wrote.
The AP does not typically identify people who say they are victims of sexual assault unless they grant permission.
Other allegations against Highhouse, previously kept quiet by Dublin officials, came to light during the investigation, prosecutors said.
Two inmates said Highhouse claimed to them that he was a sex therapist, asked graphic questions about their sex lives and offered to let them have sex in his office, prosecutors said. One of them said Highhouse leered at her when she got out of the shower and had a reputation as a “predator.”
Another inmate told investigators that she avoided Highhouse after he made suggestive remarks during a counseling session, such as suggesting that the commissary sell sex toys.
In May, an inmate now incarcerated at another federal prison facility reported that Highhouse raped her multiple times in his chapel office after she sought him out for counseling, prosecutors said.
“He took my ability to sleep at night and he took my ability to trust in the Church,” the inmate wrote in a victim impact statement. “I would never go back to Church. I’m constantly on alert. He played on my vulnerability and took advantage of me — I have nightmares.”
The inmate said that she attempted to report the abuse but that when she did, a prison officer shrugged and reminded her that she would soon be transferring out of Dublin.
“To me the BOP is an epic fail in terms of the way they handle PREA,” the inmate wrote, referring to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act. “The system is flawed and broken.” ___
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COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For Q2 2022 NORDEN reports a profit of USD 179 million (approx. DKK 1.3 bill.) (Q2 2021: USD 32 million - approx. DKK 233 mill.). Cash flow from operating activities amount to approx. USD 350 mill. (approx. DKK 2.6 bill.).
NORDEN CEO, Jan Rindbo, comments:
"Fantastic second quarter result based on a significant shift in market exposure from dry cargo to product tankers. This has enabled NORDEN to capitalise on the exceptional product tanker rates, while also generating value in a weakening dry cargo market from an extensive cargo and cover portfolio. This highlights our trading ability and proactive risk management which enables us to create value in both rising and falling markets"
The board of directors has reviewed the company's capital structure and approved the payment of interim dividends, see article 16 in the company's Articles of Association. The interim dividend amounts to DKK 30 per share of DKK 1, in total DKK 1,110,000,000 (approx. USD 151,691,151.35), and is in line with NORDEN's dividend policy of returning a minimum of 50% of the annual profit.
Dividends will be paid through VP Securities based on shareholdings registered in VP Securities on 22 August 2022 after close of trading on Nasdaq Copenhagen. In the systems of Nasdaq Copenhagen, NORDEN shares will trade cum interim dividends up to and including the trading day of 18 August 2022. Shares traded in the systems of Nasdaq Copenhagen from and including the trading day of 19 August 2022 will be traded ex interim dividends. Dividends will expectedly be available in the shareholders' accounts on 23 August 2022.
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LA CROSSE, Wis. (WXOW) - Election day is just over three weeks away, and the title of La Crosse County Sheriff is among the ones set for a change.
Sheriff Jeff Wolf will step down, and two department stalwarts are vying to be his successor. Those being Republican candidate Fritz Leinfelder and John Siegel on the Democratic ticket.
Both have roughly 30 years of experience and both currently serve in the investigations department. Leinfelder an investigator and Siegel the Captain of Investigations.
If elected, both have several ideas for the department to either ramp up or install. Leinfelder's priorities lie with topics that have been at the forefront in recent years.
“Some of our visions we have within the department is to try to address some of the mental health aspects that we have," Leinfelder said. "The substance abuse problems we have and the large scale drug trafficking. We can’t solve them alone in law enforcement. I’m not going to say ‘I’m going to stand here in front of you and promise that I’m going to be able to take care of that.’ But I think what my campaign, what I as a person bring to the table is some of the connections with the different corporations within the community to make those things maybe work a little bit better.”
Siegel mirrors many of those views and hopes to improve the county jail. His emphasis is on the people and he would like to increase the outreach of the department to everyone in the county.
“Building relationships in the community is very important to me," Siegel said. "I think we have people in the community who have been under served who, when it comes to law enforcement, are still not comfortable to come in and have a conversation. I really want to work on that. That also means within our rural communities. Barre Mills, the Holmen area and Brice Prairie. Places where the Sheriff’s Department serves and we take calls, but maybe we haven’t been as present as we could be. I’d like to figure out ways for us to be more visible within those parts of the county. We certainly could dedicate a shift car a couple days a week to get into these places within the community that feel like they don’t see us enough.”
As both have virtually identical experience in the field, the differences may be what persuades voters. Leinfelder feels his diverse background helps to meet the qualifications for the position of Sheriff.
“I started in law enforcement as a corrections officer," Leinfelder said. "I worked in the La Crosse County Jail. I then got promoted to a patrol officer. I then got promoted into community services as a D.A.R.E. instructor. Then I got promoted from there into investigations where I spent the last 21 years. I know how the Sheriff’s Department works. I know what each department brings and what each division within that department needs. It’s the ability to put all that knowledge that I’ve had throughout my career to be the high ranking official. To be able to run that. Implement things in there that will help not only morale but have things run smoothly.”
Siegel has spent nearly 20 years serving the community. He believes those close to him personally and professionally would rate him as a top choice for the area's top law enforcement official.
“When you look at my resume, if you want to call it that, my work experience, where I’ve been, that I’m a well qualified candidate for the Sheriff’s Office," Siegel said. "I have experience in the jail and court services. Moving up through being a sergeant, the Captain of Patrol, the Captain of Investigations. Budgeting, administration, personnel, scheduling. I think that if you’ve talked with anyone that I’ve worked with in the last 29 years, they would tell you that I’ve always been there for them when they need something and a good friend to the community and to the people in our department.”
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Iraqi currency crash halts after meeting with U.S. official
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq’s currency ended its nosedive after a meeting between the Iraqi Central Bank head and a top U.S. Treasury official.
Under Secretary of the Treasury for terrorism and financial intelligence Brian E. Nelson said in a statement Saturday that he had met with Central Bank of Iraq Governor Ali al-Allaq in Istanbul the day before “to discuss banking sector reforms and a mutual commitment to anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism.”
He praised Iraq’s “steadfast dedication” to improving its compliance with international standards and “and offered continued cooperation in modernizing the banking sector,” the statement said.
Measures taken by the United States in recent months to stamp out money laundering and the channeling of dollars to Iran and Syria from Iraq have severely restricted Iraq’s access to hard currency.
Since the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, Iraq’s foreign currency reserves have been housed at the United States’ Federal Reserve, giving the Americans significant control over Iraq’s supply of dollars.
The Iraqi dinar slipped to around 1,750 to the dollar at street exchanges in some parts of the country on Thursday, compared to the official rate of 1,460 dinars for $1. The devaluation has prompted protests and fears of inflation.
The currency began to halt its slide after Iraq’s Central Bank said in a statement Friday evening that the Treasury had “expressed its readiness for the necessary flexibility to achieve common goals.” As of Saturday, the dinar was trading at around 1,600 dinars to the dollar.
A delegation of Iraqi officials is set to travel to Washington next Friday.
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FETTER, David A. and Marjorie M.
Dave, age 84 and Margie, age 85, departed this life on July 11th. They were preceded in death by their youngest daughter Cindy (Shope) and survived by their daughters Lauren (Ballenger) and Debra (Carbaugh). Dave is survived by his brother Dale Fetter and Margie is survived by her sister Jackie (Daemion). A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, August 27, 2022, at 11 am in the Ashlar Masonic Lodge No. 98, located at 105 King St., in downtown St. Augustine. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Limelight Theatre in memory of David and Margie Fetter (904) 825-1164. | https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/obituaries/fetter-david-and-marjorie/MTQPJOBEH5GTJJMHLKWZNRNKWA/ | 2022-08-16 05:39:35 | 0 | https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/obituaries/fetter-david-and-marjorie/MTQPJOBEH5GTJJMHLKWZNRNKWA/ |
Here are the first individual wrestling rankings of the 2022-23 scholastic season.
There are some old favorites at the No. 1 spots, and some new standouts.
Pennsylvania and New Jersey use different weights, which is generally not an issue; they can be combined at most of the classes. But New Jersey uses one more weight, and that is an issue. So, 165 will continue to be a one-state weight, with 157/175 in N.J. combining with 160/172 in Pennsylvania. | https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/highschoolsports/2023/01/heres-the-first-indivdual-wrestling-rankings-of-the-season.html | 2023-01-04 14:15:31 | 1 | https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/highschoolsports/2023/01/heres-the-first-indivdual-wrestling-rankings-of-the-season.html |
NEW YORK, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Unity Software, Inc. ("Unity" or the "Company") (NYSE: U). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Unity and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On May 10, 2022, after the market closed, Unity announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2022. The Company also reduced its fiscal 2022 guidance, citing "challenges with monetization products." Specifically, Unity stated that "a fault in [Unity's] platform . . . resulted in reduced accuracy for [its] Audience Pinpointer tool, a revenue expensive issue given that [the] Pinpointer tool experienced significant growth post the IDFA changes."
On this news, Unity's stock price fell $17.83 per share, or approximately 37%, to close at $30.30 per share on May 11, 2022.
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By FATIMA HUSSEIN
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DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said in an Associated Press interview Saturday she expects Congress will ultimately vote to raise America’s debt limit, but demands by House Republicans for spending cuts in return for backing an increase are “a very irresponsible thing to do” and risk creating a “self-imposed calamity” for the global economy.
The Biden administration and Republican lawmakers have been at loggerheads over how to increase the government’s legal borrowing capacity. On Thursday, the government bumped up against the $31.381 trillion debt cap, forcing the U.S. Treasury Department to take “extraordinary” accounting steps to keep the government running.
Asked in the interview, conducted during her trip to Africa, about such talk of withholding approval for a higher debt limit unless there are accompanying spending cuts, Yellen called that stance “a very irresponsible thing to do” and said it could have serious consequences even before “the day of reckoning.”
“It is possible for markets to become quite concerned about whether or not the U.S. will pay its bills,” she said, pointing to the negative economic impacts of a debt showdown in 2011.
As for a potential default, she said, that “would impose a self-imposed calamity in the United States and the world economy.” The Treasury’s extraordinary steps so far mean that the U.S. government should be able to operate until some point in June, when the limit would need to be increased to avoid what could be significant economic damage.
Yellen said she has not spoken with the U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy, the newly elected Republican speaker of the House. McCarthy has yet to spell out the size and target of the spending cuts that he contends are needed to put the federal government on a healthier financial path.
President Joe Biden and administration officials have called for a “clean increase” — not linked to cuts — to the borrowing capacity, saying that the risks of an extended impasse could lead to a deep recession that would echo dangerously worldwide if faith is lost in the credit of the U.S. government.
“Congress needs to understand that this is about paying bills that have already been incurred by decisions with this and past Congresses and it’s not about new spending,” Yellen said. She said she believes in making sure that government debt levels are sustainable, “but it can’t be negotiated over whether or not we’re going to pay our bills.”
Despite the dire warnings, Yellen said she believes the situation ultimately will be defused because lawmakers can appreciate the escalating danger if the federal government was unable to pay all of its bills: crashing financial markets, mass firings, and an economic downturn that could jeopardize America’s place in the world hierarchy.
“I believe in the end we will find a way around this,” Yellen said.
The treasury secretary said that White House and officials from her department “are meeting to discuss possible paths forward. And we will have discussions with members of Congress to try to understand what they see as a path forward.”
The White House said Friday that Biden “looks forward” to sitting down with McCarthy to discuss a range of topics. But its statement came with no invitation or a date for a meeting.
Yellen said the administration’s position remains to not negotiate over the debt limit, but she did not detail possible strategies being discussed inside the White House to ensure the ceiling is raised.
“Congress has to do it,” she said. “It has to be done. It can’t be something that’s contingent on cuts.”
Yellen sat down for the Saturday interview in the middle of a continent-spanning trip, in which she met with her Chinese counterpart in Switzerland before heading to Senegal, Zambia and South Africa.
The Biden administration is trying to signal its support for improving the economies of African countries, many of which have young populations that will eventually make those nations the drivers of growth in decades to come. At an African nation summit held in Washington last month, Biden said he would visit the continent this year in a sign of the desire to increase engagement with the United States.
Before the interview, Yellen went to Senegal’s Goree Island, touring a building known as the House of Slaves that was a center for the Atlantic slave trade that defined much of American history.
The economist and former Federal Reserve chair has emphasized her desire to reduce racial and income inequality, an element of the systemic racism tied to slavery and its aftermath of segregation. For Democrats, the issue of how to bridge that divide is not just a matter social justice but political pragmatism, given that Black voters are a key constituency for winning elections.
Yellen said the administration has not turned to reparations — payments and other programs intended for the descendants of slaves — to address the inequality.
“The administration has not embraced reparations as part of the answer,” said Yellen, adding that “we have a program to try to address these issues that involves many positive steps and adjustments and increasing opportunity.”
America is trying to appeal to African countries on moral terms, saying that aid and loans from the U.S. will be transparent and fair in ways that Chinese investments have not been.
Relations between the U.S. and China — the world’s two largest economies — have taken on an increasingly antagonistic streak amid the geopolitical fallout from China’s friendship from Russia, the persistence of the coronavirus and an era of open globalization that has given way to national security priorities.
The past two U.S. presidential administrations have challenged China’s trade practices, with the Biden administration limiting the export of advanced computer chips as it simultaneously tries to boost the U.S. sector.
“This is not competition with China — we want to deepen our engagement with Africa,” Yellen said. “We want to make sure that we don’t create the same problems that Chinese investment has sometimes created here. That we have transparency, that we have projects that really bring broad based benefits to the African people and don’t leave a legacy of unsustainable debt.”
Yellen said she had been struck during her time in Senegal by “a sense of dynamism and optimism among all of the government officials and private sector people that I’ve met with.” She pointed to female entrepreneurs who received seed money through the Senegalese government.
“There’s a kind of vibrancy about the country and a can-do spirit that we saw,” Yellen said. “They’re coming up with very innovative and original ideas about what they can do to both satisfy local needs and could easily find a global market.”
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Associated Press writer Josh Boak in Baltimore contributed to this report.
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7-year-old arrested for setting house on fire with parents asleep, investigators say
JACKSON COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ/Gray News) - Authorities in West Virginia say a 7-year-old child is in custody after setting a house on fire Wednesday afternoon.
According to the Jackson County West Virginia Sheriff’s Department, crews responded just after 11 a.m. to reports of a house fire in the Medina area.
Officials shared a photo from the scene that appeared to show the structure engulfed in flames.
Fire crews were able to gain control of the fire but two people ended up suffering minor burns.
Investigators said a 7-year-old child was arrested in connection with the blaze as it appears the fire was intentionally set while the child’s parents were sleeping in the house.
The sheriff’s office did not identify any of the people involved but said the child is facing an arson charge.
The West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office is among the agencies investigating the fire.
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SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon Gov. Kate Brown announced Tuesday that she is commuting the sentences of all of the state’s 17 inmates awaiting execution, saying their death sentences will be changed to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Brown, a Democrat with less than a month remaining in office, said she was using her executive clemency powers to commute the sentences and that her order will take effect on Wednesday.
“I have long believed that justice is not advanced by taking a life, and the state should not be in the business of executing people — even if a terrible crime placed them in prison,” Brown said in a statement.
Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson, leader of the minority Republicans in the Oregon House of Representatives, accused Brown of “a lack of responsible judgment.”
“Gov. Brown has once again taken executive action with zero input from Oregonians and the Legislature,” Breese-Iverson said in a statement. “Her decisions do not consider the impact the victims and families will suffer in the months and years to come. Democrats have consistently chosen criminals over victims.”
In her announcement, Brown said victims experience “pain and uncertainty” as they wait for decades while individuals sit on death row.
“My hope is that this commutation will bring us a significant step closer to finality in these cases,” she said.
Oregon has not executed a prisoner since 1997. In Brown’s first news conference after becoming governor in 2015, she announced she would continue the death penalty moratorium imposed by her predecessor, former Gov. John Kitzhaber.
So far, 17 people have been executed in the U.S. in 2022, all by lethal injection and all in Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, Missouri and Alabama, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
Like Oregon, some other states are moving away from the death penalty.
In California, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom imposed a moratorium on executions in 2019 and shut down the state’s execution chamber at San Quentin. A year ago, he moved to dismantle America’s largest death row by moving all condemned inmates to other prisons within two years.
In Oregon, Brown is known for exercising her authority to grant clemency.
During the coronavirus pandemic, Brown granted clemency to nearly 1,000 people convicted of crimes. Two district attorneys, along with family members of crime victims, sued the governor and other state officials to stop the clemency actions. But the Oregon Court of Appeals ruled in August that she acted within her authority.
The prosecutors, in particular, objected to Brown’s decision to allow 73 people convicted of murder, assault, rape and manslaughter while they were younger than 18 to apply for early release.
Brown noted that previously she granted commutations “to individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary growth and rehabilitation” but said that assessment didn’t apply in her latest decision.
“This commutation is not based on any rehabilitative efforts by the individuals on death row,” Brown said. “Instead, it reflects the recognition that the death penalty is immoral. It is an irreversible punishment that does not allow for correction.”
The Oregon Department of Corrections announced in May 2020 it was phasing out its death row and reassigning those inmates to other special housing units or general population units at the state penitentiary in Salem and other state prisons.
Oregon voters reinstated the death penalty by popular vote in 1978, 14 years after they abolished it. The Oregon Supreme Court declared it unconstitutional in 1981 and Oregon voters reinstated it in 1984, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
A list of inmates with death sentences provided by the governor’s office had 17 names.
But the state Department of Corrections’ website lists 21 names. One of those prisoners, however, had his death sentence overturned by the Oregon Supreme Court in 2021 because the crime he committed was no longer eligible for the death penalty under a 2019 law.
Officials in the governor’s office and the corrections department did not immediately respond to an attempt to reconcile the lists. | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/national/ap-oregon-governor-commutes-death-sentences-to-life-in-prison/ | 2022-12-14 19:19:44 | 0 | https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/national/ap-oregon-governor-commutes-death-sentences-to-life-in-prison/ |
PHOENIX — Arizona’s Republican attorney general, Mark Brnovich, on Friday asked the FBI and IRS to look into an election integrity group that claimed to have uncovered widespread fraud in the 2020 election but never provided evidence.
Leaders from True The Vote promised repeatedly over the course of a year to provide data supporting their claim that people illegally collected ballots and delivered them to drop boxes during the 2020 election, Grigsby wrote.
The claim was at the center of “2,000 Mules,” a debunked film that was aggressively promoted by former President Donald Trump to back up his claim he lost the presidency because of fraud.
But True the Vote Founder Catherine Engelbrecht and contractor Gregg Phillips never provided the data they promised to the attorney general’s office despite claiming publicly that they had, Grigsby wrote. In June, they told state investigators they had given their data to the FBI while telling the FBI that the materials were given to the attorney general’s office.
Representatives from the organization did not immediately respond to requests for comment Friday evening.
Promises to investigate and expose fraud are a big fundraising draw among Trump supporters who believe the former president’s lies about the 2020 election. Several groups, for example, raised more than $5 million for a discredited audit of the 2020 election in Maricopa County, Arizona. That audit was conducted by Trump supporters on behalf of state Senate Republicans.
Federal and state election officials and Trump’s own attorney general have said there is no credible evidence the 2020 election was tainted. Trump’s allegations of fraud were also roundly rejected by courts, including by judges he appointed.
The referral to federal investigators is notable from Brnovich, who put his election investigations at the center of his unsuccessful run for the U.S. Senate. Brnovich’s campaign struggled after Trump assailed him for failing to arrest people based on discredited claims from the Maricopa County audit and the “2,000 Mules” film. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/arizona-ag-seeks-probe-of-election-integrity-group/2022/10/14/8329a0a2-4c2a-11ed-8153-96ee97b218d2_story.html | 2022-10-15 02:28:30 | 1 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/arizona-ag-seeks-probe-of-election-integrity-group/2022/10/14/8329a0a2-4c2a-11ed-8153-96ee97b218d2_story.html |
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (AP) — A Texas man pleaded guilty in federal court Wednesday to purchasing a gun for a Mexican drug cartel that was linked to the deadly kidnapping of four Americans.
Roberto Lugardo Moreno Jr., 42, of Harlingen, Texas, appeared before a federal judge in Brownsville and entered his guilty plea to charges of straw purchasing and smuggling a firearm.
Lugardo Moreno bought a multi-caliber AR-style pistol at a pawn shop in 2019 and lied on a form stating he was the buyer when he purchased it for a Gulf Cartel member in Mexico, according to a federal complaint.
“All too often, firearms are trafficked into Mexico where they end up in the hands of criminals who use them to murder, rob and extort innocent people,” U.S. Attorney Alamdar Hamdani said in a statement. “This case is a textbook example of the dangers involved when criminals transport weapons into Mexico.”
Sentencing was scheduled for August.
A public defender appointed for Lugardo Moreno did not respond to a call and email request for comment.
The kidnapping occurred in Matamoros, Mexico, which is located just across the border from Brownsville.
The serial number of a firearm Lugardo Moreno purchased in October 2019 matched that of a gun recovered by authorities that was linked to the March 3 kidnappings, according to the federal complaint. Lugardo Moreno said he didn’t apply for a license to export the firearm from the U.S. to Mexico and knew it would be illegally exported, according to the complaint.
Moreno told authorities that he received $100 for the purchase of the guns.
Four friends who were traveling to Mexico in March so one member of the party could have cosmetic surgery were caught up in a drug cartel shootout in Matamoros. After a vehicle crashed into their van, men in tactical vests with rifles arrived in another vehicle and surrounded them.
Shaeed Woodard and Zindell Brown appeared to have been killed immediately, and their bodies were loaded into a truck with the two survivors, Eric Williams and Latavia McGee. The bodies and the two living friends were found days later in a shack. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/ap-texas-man-pleads-guilty-to-smuggling-gun-linked-to-deadly-mexico-kidnapping/ | 2023-05-18 22:06:50 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/ap-texas-man-pleads-guilty-to-smuggling-gun-linked-to-deadly-mexico-kidnapping/ |
The Santa Maria City Council has amended the city's financial budget to purchase five electric buses.
The City Council approved moving $4,900,000 in the Santa Maria Regional Transit Fund that was originally allotted for the 2023-24 Mid-cycle Budget to the budget for the fiscal year 2022-23, according to the City Council's meeting agenda for Feb 21.
According to city officials, the goal of amending the budget was to expedite the purchase of electric buses, which costs roughly $900,000 each.
The city is expected to have a total of 18 electric buses by the beginning of 2024.
"The action taken by the City Council expedited the purchase of the buses that were originally allocated in the second year," said Gamaliel Anguiano, City of Santa Maria Transit Manager, "so that we can accomplish them in the first year of the two year budget."
The Santa Maria Regional Transit launched its first two electric bus services last November. The buses were upgraded with safety and passenger amenities, including public Wi-Fi. | https://www.ksby.com/news/local-news/santa-maria-city-council-amends-budget-to-purchase-five-electric-buses | 2023-02-28 23:38:49 | 1 | https://www.ksby.com/news/local-news/santa-maria-city-council-amends-budget-to-purchase-five-electric-buses |
The company's digital transformation portfolio generates recurring gains estimated at around US$90 million yearly, proceeds regularly reported as part of the program Transform for Value. The company has also launched a hub for startups at an investment of around US$150 million in new business models.
SÃO PAULO, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Braskem (B3: BRKM3, BRKM5, and BRKM6; NYSE: BAK; LATIBEX: XBRK), the market leader and pioneer in the production of biopolymers on an industrial scale, has been investing regularly in new technologies and digital innovation for more than five years. The move is crucial to further consolidating the company's leadership position in the chemical industry, leveraging its innovative and competitive edge to generate sustainable impact and results.
Braskem has been increasingly investing in digital technologies to boost competitiveness and productivity, drive growth across existing businesses, and accelerate gains in innovation and sustainability. Since 2018, when the company's digital transformation began, Braskem has been making direct investments in technology. This year, around US$7 million were invested in the digital transformation portfolio. "Braskem plans to grow investments to develop and streamline its strategic, operational areas. Our technology spending spans from preparing the entire infrastructure needed for the safe and reliable functioning of our assets to initiatives that transform the industry," explained Daniel Sales, Vice President of Investments and Digital Technologies at Braskem.
Investments made in recent years enabled the company to advance in applications that make the industry smarter, safer, more independent, and more connected. Currently, digital strategies are transforming Braskem's entire value chain, estimated to generate around US$90 million yearly, making up the recurring gains reported through the program Transform for Value. The company already has more than 25 transformational initiatives. It is developing more than 70 digital products for industry 4.0 and the supply chain, commercial, research, and development areas, among others.
An example is using data science to improve decisions, such as predictive maintenance, quality control, and process optimization. Moreover, the operations planning process was impacted by the deployment of data platforms designed to help decision-making, such as demand forecasts. Investments have also been made in products that improve the customer experience using tools based on design concepts and customer experience best practices.
Improvements in people and process management
Braskem developed SPEAR, its own iterative and collaborative approach to managing the inevitable changes in work processes caused by the new digital tools. The method brings greater flexibility and collaboration to market best practices in change management and has been used to drive the adoption of dozens of digital products at Braskem.
An integral part of this digital transformation process has been promoting agile working methods and acquiring skills associated with developing digital solutions. Over 3,000 team members gained data science, agility, and design thinking knowledge in five years. Braskem has developed most of these solutions in-house, with its teams working in quick feedback cycles, which enables them to learn and adapt to changes efficiently. The development cycle for digital products - from conception to deployment of the new solution - is shorter than a year, which often enables the company to capture the benefits quickly.
"Our team members have been an important part of this digital transformation movement. They are invited to get involved directly in developing digital products that will transform the way they work or to send suggestions for problems to be solved through new technologies and acquire new skills for future work. One example is that our specialists have already developed more than 100 machine learning models in recent years," said Guilherme Baeta, Chief Digital Officer of Braskem.
Investments in innovative businesses
Apart from investments in digital innovation, Braskem is diversifying its investment portfolio by creating new business models and incubating internal startups, developed from ideas generated within the company. The mission of these digital businesses is to anticipate market changes that affect the company and the industry in general. More than half the startups under development are linked to the company's commitments to sustainable development.
An example of betting on innovative new businesses is the launch of Oxygea, a startup hub that will receive approximately US$150 million in investments. The initiative will foster disruptive innovations through different mechanisms for interacting with startups, always focusing on sustainability and digital transformation. The hub is based on two pillars: Venture Builder, a tool for structuring and incubating new businesses, including those conceived inside Braskem, and Corporate Venture Capital (CVC), for investments in more mature startups. Of the total amount, US$50 million will be allocated to the incubation arm and US$100 million to the investment arm.
One of Oxygea's main goals is to create and accelerate the development of new solutions and products that are inexistent in the market. For this, it plans to foster entrepreneurship and innovation while strengthening Braskem's relations with the ecosystem of startups focused on sustainable technologies. The hub will allocate funds to ideas with transformative potential considering their competitive advantages.
The company also has Braskem Labs, its startup acceleration program, which reached its eighth edition this year. Its goal is accelerating businesses that create positive social and environmental impact through chemicals and plastic across diverse industrial and economic sectors. Since its creation in 2015, over 110 startups have been accelerated, and around 30% have struck business deals with Braskem or co-sponsors. Last year, 45% of the solutions accelerated by Braskem Labs focused on the circular economy. Braskem Labs is a partner of Quintessa, an impact accelerator that is present in all phases of the program.
Another notable initiative is the partnership with AgTech Garage, a hub of agrotech located in Piracicaba, one of Brazil's most important agribusiness regions. The company will connect startups with other AgTech Garage partners to foster the development of sustainable and innovative plastic solutions for agribusiness through open innovation.
About Braskem
With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem's 8,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, United States, Mexico and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 71 countries.
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Cold front will move into the Concho Valley this evening, but will start to lose the push of cool air as it arrives. Temperatures were closer to average for this time of year and cloud coverage increase throughout the day. Tonight, lows will slide back down into the 70s for most of the region.
This weekend, a isolated shower or two will be possible for both Saturday and Sunday as the weakening cold front linger over the area. That slight instability could spark a short lived shower or storm, but most of us will stay dry into next week.
Next week, temperatures will begin to reclimb back up into mid 100s as the high pressure over the western United States begin to move in over the Great Plains. | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/weather/klst-evening-forecast-friday-july-21st/ | 2023-07-22 02:30:55 | 0 | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/weather/klst-evening-forecast-friday-july-21st/ |
The rapper Coolio died of an accidental fentanyl overdose, documents from the Los Angeles County coroner's office show.
Coolio died on Sept. 28, 2022, at a friend's home in Los Angeles. The coroner's report listed the primary cause of the 59-year-old's death as the "effects of fentanyl, heroin and methamphetamine" and ruled his death "accidental."
Coolio, whose legal name was Artis Ivey Jr., grew up in Compton, Calif. He started rapping at 15 and became one of hip-hop's biggest names in the 1990s, with hits like the Grammy-winning, chart-topping "Gangsta's Paradise" shooting him to the height of his popularity.
Coolio's 1994 debut album It Takes a Thief kicked off his meteoric rise. "Fantastic Voyage," the album's opening track, reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The coroner's report also listed "other specific conditions" including asthma, cardiomyopathy and phencyclidine use.
Cardiomyopathy refers to a range of problems with the heart muscle that make it more difficult to pump blood, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. It can cause heart failure and heart attacks.
Phencyclidine, originally developed as an anesthetic for delivery through an IV, is better known as PCP. It was later discontinued because patients experienced "postoperative delirium with hallucinations," but is used today as a recreational drug for its mind-altering effects, according to the Department of Justice.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the New Mexico Lottery's "Roadrunner Cash" game were:
10-12-17-20-33
(ten, twelve, seventeen, twenty, thirty-three)
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the New Mexico Lottery's "Roadrunner Cash" game were:
10-12-17-20-33
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Invitation-Only Event Includes Magic Johnson Keynote and Distinguished Presenters from Across the Investment and Wealth Management Industries
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Evoke Advisors, an independent wealth advisory and investment management firm with $22.3 billion in assets under management (AUM) as of June 30, 2022, today announced that Alex Shahidi JD, CFA®, CFP®, ChFC®, CIMA®, Managing Partner and Co-CIO of Evoke Advisors, will be a featured speaker at the 37th Private Wealth Management Summit to be held at the Beverly Wilshire, Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, from Sept. 28 to 30, 2022.
Evoke Advisors specializes in serving institutional, ultra-high net worth clients (UHNW), many of them highly successful investment professionals. The firm, which seamlessly combines institutional and UHNW capabilities, emphasizes the exceptional intellectual capital that exists throughout its team.
The Private Wealth Management Summit is an invitation-only event that brings together leading CIOs, Presidents, CEOs, Founders, Partners and Managing Directors from single-family offices, multifamily offices and wealth management firms for two days of intense learning, networking and sharing of best practices. Speakers include leading economists, market strategists and industry executives. Key topics include portfolio risk, wealth preservation, the future of real estate investing and private assets and credit. Magic Johnson, NBA Hall of Famer and Founder and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises and Magic Johnson Foundation, will deliver the keynote address.
At the Summit, Mr. Shahidi will present "Risk Parity: a Better Asset Allocation Framework for an Uncertain Market Environment," a sophisticated approach to asset allocation that seeks to balance various economic outcomes. The objective is to earn a long-term return competitive with equities with less risk using a simplified portfolio construction. The strategy is particularly attractive today since half of the exposure is to inflation-hedged assets.
"I'm honored to be included among such a distinguished lineup of speakers at the Private Wealth Management Summit and am looking forward to presenting to the leaders in our industry," said Mr. Shahidi. "I believe my discussion on Risk Parity is timely, based on what we have been experiencing in the financial markets. Growing an investment portfolio in strong economic times is the easy part. The challenge comes in protecting clients during severe market downturns and inflationary environments. At the Summit, I will stress the importance of using advanced techniques in a simple way to design and implement investment portfolios that can withstand market surprises."
Evoke Advisors is an independent wealth management firm with $22.3 billion in assets under management (AUM) as of June 30, 2022 and over 50 employees that seamlessly blends capabilities and service for institutional and ultra-high net worth clients. The firm is committed to delivering an elevated service experience and outcomes for its clients across the country, with an emphasis on building and maintaining a team of professionals with exceptional research and analytics skills. The unique levels of intellectual capital that exist throughout the Evoke Advisors organization enables the firm to serve the most sophisticated and demanding clients, many of them highly successful investment professionals in their own right. For more information, please visit https://www.evokeadvisors.com/.
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NEW YORK, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The exclusive, invitation-only organization 256 Network, made up of influential decision makers and asset allocators within the global innovation sector, recently orchestrated the second edition of its sought-after 2023 Private Gathering. Hosted at the prestigious St. Regis Hotel in New York City, the event was a resounding success.
The networking event was brought to life by the sponsorship of Assiduus Global INC. one of the world's leading and most dynamic cross-border E-commerce accelerators. Assiduus Global INC. enables Fortune 500 brands and international SME D2C brands to go cross-border across 20+ countries, across 12+ marketplaces. Assiduus also enables global Shopify fulfillment through their tech enabled end-to-end distribution and supply chain platform. This is made possible through its proprietary patent-pending technology. Collaborating with a remarkable roster of 100+ brands, they are also one of the world's only few PAT positive companies.
Assiduus Global INC. is headquartered in the United States, with strategically positioned offices in the United Kingdom, Singapore, the UAE and India. Assiduus leverages their innovative tech solutions to reduce brands' marketing and fulfillment costs by 30% and reduce inventory planning and supply chain costs by 65%.
Assiduus has grown by over 2000% since its inception and was ranked No. 8 on Deloitte's fast 50 tech enabled companies.
The 256 Network Uniting Global Innovators event drew together a distinguished group of family offices, LPs, and GPs from throughout the United States.
More than $50 billion in assets under management (AUM) were represented by the esteemed attendees, making the event a nexus of opportunity for networking and collaboration between some of the industry's most highly regarded players. It provided a stage for a spectrum of influential professionals from diverse sectors, fostering a vibrant atmosphere teeming with unparalleled opportunities.
After the successful launch of the 256 chapters of SEA and Middle East, the USA chapter is the next step in creating a local presence in the North America region.
256 Network's Founder, Dhruv Sehra, shared his delight about the successful event, stating, "The launch of 256 Network's USA chapter marks an important milestone in our mission to redefine the global landscape of asset allocation. As we expand our reach into the United States, we are thrilled to provide a platform that will serve as the premier network for asset allocators and Limited Partners worldwide."
"Our vision for the USA chapter is to foster an ecosystem that propels innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships. By connecting industry leaders, thought-provoking ideas, and promising investment opportunities, we aim to revolutionize the US asset allocation environment and drive sustainable growth."
"At 256 Network, we believe that the power of collective intelligence and diverse perspectives can unlock unprecedented value. Our commitment to facilitating connections, knowledge sharing, and deal flow will empower asset allocators and Limited Partners to seize unique opportunities and navigate the ever-evolving investment landscape."
Founded five years, the organization has swiftly grown to be one of the most prominent LP-GP networks in the world, concentrating on emerging markets. It now boasts a membership exceeding 695 members, collectively managing a staggering $3T in assets. With representatives from more than 400 asset management firms across 40 countries, 256 Network has cemented itself as a powerhouse within the global innovation sphere.
256 Network has a history of facilitating over 100 global gatherings, creating myriad connections that have paved the way for transformative partnerships, significant funding opportunities, and fortuitous encounters. The network includes managing directors and general partners from leading venture capital, private equity, and limited partner firms, as well as professionals from other asset classes, such as public markets, debt, commodities, and art. 256 Network's subnetworks cater to a variety of niches, including Limited Partners Only, Fintech, SaaS, Web3.0, Gaming, and Emerging Fund Managers.
"256 Network has been at the forefront of revolutionising the global asset allocation landscape, bridging the gap between diverse geographies such as SEA and USA fostering trust between asset allocators and managers," emphasized Prashanth Prakash, Founding Partner of Accel Partners and a Founding Board Member of 256 Network.
He continued, "As we expand our footprint with the establishment of the 256 Network's USA chapter, we embark on an exciting new phase. With our extensive network of top-tier asset allocators and Limited Partners, we are poised to become the go-to platform for industry leaders seeking unparalleled opportunities and connections in the United States. Our vision is to create an environment that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships. Through our USA chapter, we aim to empower asset allocators and Limited Partners with unique insights, facilitating cross-border collaboration and driving transformative growth."
About 256 Network:
256 Network is a private, invite-only organization of asset allocators and decision makers in the global innovation ecosystem. In the last 4 years, the network has grown to 695 members, Managing ~$3T in assets cumulatively with over 400+ asset management firms in 40 countries. Their members are not only MDs and GPs of every major VC, PE and LP globally but also managers across other asset classes like public markets, debt, commodities and even art. They have hosted over 100+ gatherings and made numerous connections in over 40 countries across the world.
Among its esteemed members are well-recognized entities like Sequoia, Accel, TPG, KKR, Mirae, Qatar Investment Authority, GGV Capital, Oppenheimer, ICONIQ, Hillspire, Franklin Templeton, ADIC, Hero Motocrop, Daimler Family Office, British International Investments, NaverCorp, Harborvest, Chimera Capital and more.
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP)Rory McIlroy delivered an exhibition of short iron play to shoot 7-under 65 in his third round and build a three-stroke lead at the Dubai Desert Classic on Sunday.
The top-ranked McIlroy made eight birdies at Emirates Golf Club – four in a row from No. 1, three straight from No. 13, and another at No. 17 – and none of the birdie putts were from more than 7 feet.
”I drove the ball better today, which put me in better positions to attack and make birdies,” said the Northern Irishman, making his first start of 2023. ”It’s nearly there, not quite there, but I’m making the most of the good shots that I’m hitting and putting well. I’m just playing really efficient golf right now.”
McIlroy did, though, give the chasers some hope by making bogey at the par-5 No. 18, for his only dropped shot of the round, after hitting a fairway wood from around 250 yards into the water in front of the green. After missing a par putt from 8 feet, McIlroy had a look of disappointment across his face as he walked off the green, despite holding a commanding lead.
The four-time major champion made the same mistake on the 18th hole in his final round in last year’s tournament to finish a shot behind the leaders, when a birdie would have won him the title.
”I love this golf course, this tournament. I have won here a couple of times … but I don’t think I’ve won on my first start (of a year),” he said. ”I’ve given myself an opportunity to try to do something I’ve never done before.”
McIlroy was on 15 under overall, with English players Callum Shinkwin (67) and No. 484-ranked Dan Bradbury (68) tied for second place.
As the players on the leaderboard went down the stretch, there looked to be a strong chance of McIlroy and Patrick Reed being together in the last group in Monday’s final round. That would have been must-watch viewing after they made headlines with a pre-tournament spat.
Reed, however, made bogey at the drivable par-4 17th when his tee shot got stuck up a palm tree after the American attempted to cut the corner on a dog-leg right. Reed wound up shooting 69 and was in a seven-man group tied for fourth place on 11 under, four shots behind McIlroy.
”You know what, I hit that tee shot, I didn’t even see those palms,” Reed said. ”I felt like it was on a good line, just left of the green and I guess I just need to be a little more right or a little higher.”
Reed and a rules official used binoculars to identify the player’s ball in the tree. That allowed Reed to take a penalty drop near the base of the tree instead of having to return to the tee.
”I would have gone back to the tee if I wasn’t 100%,” Reed told British newspaper The Daily Telegraph. ”I got lucky that we were able to look through the binoculars and you have to make sure it’s your ball, and how I mark my golf balls is I always put an arrow on the end of my line.
”And you could definitely see and identify the line with the arrow on the end, and the rules official, luckily, was there to reconfirm and check it to make sure it was mine as well.”
The group on 11 under included France’s Victor Perez (66), the winner last week at the equally prestigious Abu Dhabi Championship.
Spanish player Adri Arnaus briefly held the lead on 13 under after eight holes of his round, but he fell away after bogeying No. 9 and making double-bogey at the par-5 13th. Arnaus was also one of those on 11 under.
The tournament is finishing on Monday after bad weather cut short play on the opening two days.
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CLEVELAND (WJW) — The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced its nominees for the 2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction.
This year’s nominees are:
- Kate Bush
- Sheryl Crow
- Missy Elliott
- Iron Maiden
- Joy Division/New Order
- Cyndi Lauper
- George Michael
- Willie Nelson
- Rage Against the Machine
- Soundgarden
- The Spinners
- A Tribe Called Quest
- The White Stripes
- Warren Zevon
Eight of the nominees are on the ballot for the first time, including Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott, Joy Division/New Order, Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Willie Nelson, The White Stripes, and Warren Zevon. This is the first year of eligibility for Missy Elliott and The White Stripes.
“This remarkable list of nominees reflects the diverse artists and music that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honors and celebrates,” said John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. “These artists have created their own sounds that have impacted generations and influenced countless others that have followed in their footsteps.”
Nominee ballots will be sent to an international voting body of more than 1,000 artists, historians and members of the music industry.
Starting February 1, fans can also cast their votes and participate in the induction selection process.
Through April 28, fans can vote every day on the Rock Hall’s website or at the museum. The top five artists, as selected by the public, will comprise a “fan’s ballot” that will be tallied along with other ballots to select the 2023 inductees.
Inductees will be announced in May, ahead of a ceremony to take place this fall. Further details will be announced later this year. | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/cyndi-lauper-willie-nelson-among-2023-rock-roll-hall-of-fame-nominees/ | 2023-02-01 16:14:09 | 0 | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/cyndi-lauper-willie-nelson-among-2023-rock-roll-hall-of-fame-nominees/ |
It’s the final weekend of the regular season. The 2023 NCAA Women’s Frozen Four at Amsoil Arena in Duluth is four weeks away. Let’s do some bracketology.
The 11-team National Collegiate Women’s Ice Hockey tournament field will be announced on Sunday, March 5, with the first round and quarterfinals taking place at teams’ home rinks March 9-12. The national semifinals and championship will take place March 17-19 in Duluth.
Two weeks of conference postseason play starts next week. If the season ended on Thursday, Feb. 16, here is what the 2023 NCAA bracket could possibly look like.
This week’s bracket
Ohio State Regional
1. Ohio State (WCHA)
8. Minnesota Duluth vs. 10. Clarkson
Colgate Regional
4. Colgate vs. 5. Wisconsin
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Yale Regional
2. Yale (ECAC)
7. Quinnipiac vs. 9. Penn State (CHA)
Minnesota Regional
3. Minnesota
6. Northeastern (HE) vs. 11. LIU (NEWHA)
Last at-large team in: Clarkson
Last two at-large teams out: Vermont, St. Cloud State
The process
The National Collegiate Women’s Ice Hockey tournament features 11 teams. The five conference postseason champions from the Western Collegiate Hockey Association, ECAC, Hockey East, College Hockey America and New England Women’s Hockey Alliance receive automatic bids ( the current league leaders are noted in the bracket). The selection committee then uses the Pairwise rankings to select the six at-large teams, and seed the 11-team field.
The top four seeds will host the first round and quarterfinal games. The top four seeds will be placed on the bracket so that if they all advance, No. 1 will play No. 4 and No. 2 will play No. 3 in the Frozen Four. The top five seeds get byes into the quarterfinals, with the No. 4 seed “automatically” hosting the No. 5 seed, per the NCAA’s seedings and pairings guidelines .
First-round conference matchups are to be avoided, though if one league has four or more teams seeded between 6-11, then intraconference matchups are permitted to maintain bracket integrity.
Teams are not required to be kept close to home, however, the NCAA lists “competitive equity”, “financial success” and a “playoff-type atmosphere” as keys to a successful tournament.
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Analysis
This week’s bracket required a tweak to avoid a first-round conference matchup between the ECAC’s Quinnipiac and Clarkson. I determined the best way to fix that, based on the NCAA’s guidelines, was to send Clarkson to Columbus for the Ohio State regional while moving Penn State to the Yale Regional in Connecticut.
I could have flipped Quinnipiac and UMD, however, taking Quinnipiac out of its home state of Connecticut would tarnish the potential “playoff-type atmosphere” there. Also, keeping the No. 8 seed in the same regional as the No. 1 seed maintains bracket integrity better. | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/sports/bulldogs-hockey/ncaa-womens-hockey-bracketology-badgers-jump-bulldogs-quinnipiac-and-northeastern | 2023-02-17 15:05:49 | 1 | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/sports/bulldogs-hockey/ncaa-womens-hockey-bracketology-badgers-jump-bulldogs-quinnipiac-and-northeastern |
BISBEE, Ariz. (AP) — MJ was a tiny, black-haired girl, just 5 years old, when her father admitted to his bishop that he was sexually abusing her.
The father, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and an admitted pornography addict, was in counseling with his bishop when he revealed the abuse. The bishop, who was also a family physician, followed church policy and called what church officials have dubbed the “help line” for guidance.
But the call offered little help for MJ. Lawyers for the church, widely known as the Mormon church, who staff the help line around the clock told Bishop John Herrod not to call police or child welfare officials. Instead he kept the abuse secret.
“They said, ‘You absolutely can do nothing,’” Herrod said in a recorded interview with law enforcement.
Herrod continued to counsel MJ’s father, Paul Douglas Adams, for another year, and brought in Adams’ wife, Leizza Adams, in hopes she would do something to protect the children. She didn’t. Herrod later told a second bishop, who also kept the matter secret after consulting with church officials who maintain that the bishops were excused from reporting the abuse to police under the state’s so-called clergy-penitent privilege.
Adams continued raping MJ for as many as seven more years, into her adolescence, and also abused her infant sister, who was born during that time. He frequently recorded the abuse on video and posted the video on the internet.
Adams was finally arrested by Homeland Security agents in 2017 with no help from the church, after law enforcement officials in New Zealand discovered one of the videos. He died by suicide in custody before he could stand trial.
The Associated Press has obtained nearly 12,000 pages of sealed records from an unrelated child sex abuse lawsuit against the Mormon church in West Virginia. The documents offer the most detailed and comprehensive look yet at the so-called help line Herrod called. Families of survivors who filed the lawsuit said they show it’s part of a system that can easily be misused by church leaders to divert abuse accusations away from law enforcement and instead to church attorneys who may bury the problem, leaving victims in harm’s way.
The help line has been criticized by abuse victims and their attorneys for being inadequate to quickly stop abuse and protect victims. Yet the Utah-based faith has stuck by the system despite the criticism and increasing scrutiny from attorneys and prosecutors, including those in the Adams case.
“‘I just think that the Mormon church really sucks. Seriously sucks,” said MJ, who is now 16, during an interview with the AP. “They are just the worst type of people, from what I’ve experienced and what other people have also experienced.”
MJ and her adoptive mother asked the AP to use only her initials in part because videos of her abuse posted by her father are still circulating on the internet. The AP does not publish the names of sexual abuse survivors without their consent.
William Maledon, an Arizona attorney representing the bishops and the church in a lawsuit filed by three of the Adams’ six children, told the AP last month that the bishops were not required to report the abuse.
“These bishops did nothing wrong. They didn’t violate the law, and therefore they can’t be held liable,” he said. Maledon referred to the suit as “a money grab.”
In his AP interview, Maledon also insisted Herrod did not know that Adams was continuing to sexually assault his daughter after learning of the abuse in a single counseling session.
But in the recorded interview with the agent obtained by the AP, Herrod said he asked Leizza Adams in multiple sessions if the abuse was ongoing and asked her, “What are we going to do to stop it?”
“At least for a period of time I assumed they had stopped things, but — and then I never asked if they picked up again.”
‘THE PERFECT LIFESTYLE’
The Adams family lived on a lonely dirt road about 8 miles from the center of Bisbee, an old copper-mining town in southeastern Arizona known today for its antique shops and laid-back attitude. Far from prying eyes, the Adams home — a three-bedroom, open concept affair surrounded by desert — was often littered with piles of clothing and containers of lubricant Adams used to sexually abuse his children, according to legal documents reviewed by the AP.
Paul’s wife, Leizza, assumed most of the child-rearing responsibilities, including getting their six children off to school and chauffeuring them to church and religious instruction on Sundays. Paul, who worked for the U.S. Border Patrol, spent much of his time online looking at porn, often with his children watching, or wandering the house naked or in nothing but his underwear.
He had a short fuse and would frequently throw things, yell at his wife and beat his kids. “He just had this explosive personality,” said Shaunice Warr, a Border Patrol agent and a Mormon who worked with Paul and described herself as Leizza’s best friend. “He had a horrible temper.”
Paul was more relaxed while coaxing his older daughter to hold a smartphone camera and record him while he sexually abused her. He also seemed to revel in the abuse in online chat rooms, where he once bragged that he had “the perfect lifestyle” because he could have sex with his daughters whenever he pleased, while his wife knew and “doesn’t care.”
He would later tell investigators the abuse was a compulsion he couldn’t stop. “I got into something too deep that I just couldn’t pull myself out of,” he said. “I’m not trying to say the devil made me do it.”
The Adams family was deeply involved in the Mormon community, and on Sundays they attended services in Bisbee. So Adams turned to his church, and to Bishop Herrod, when he sought help and revealed his abuse of MJ.
Herrod later told Homeland Security agent Robert Edwards he knew from the start that Leizza Adams was unlikely to stop her husband, after he called her into the counseling sessions. The bishop, who was also Leizza’s personal physician, said she seemed “pretty emotionally dead” when her husband recounted his abuse of their daughter. The bishop also recognized the harm being done to MJ. “I doubt (she) will ever do well,” he said in his recorded interview with Homeland Security agents.
Herrod also told Edwards that when he called the help line, church officials told him the state’s clergy-penitent privilege required him to keep Adams’s abuse confidential.
But the law required no such thing.
Arizona’s child sex abuse reporting law, and similar laws in more than 20 states that require clergy to report child sex abuse and neglect, says that clergy, physicians, nurses, or anyone caring for a child who “reasonably believes” a child has been abused or neglected has a legal obligation to report the information to police or the state Department of Child Safety. But it also says that clergy who receive information about child neglect or sexual abuse during spiritual confessions “may withhold” that information from authorities if the clergy determine it is “reasonable and necessary” under church doctrine.
In 2012, when Herrod rotated out of his position as bishop of the Bisbee ward — a Mormon jurisdiction similar to a Catholic parish — he told incoming Bishop Robert “Kim” Mauzy about the abuse in the Adams household. Instead of rescuing MJ by reporting the abuse to authorities, Mauzy also kept the information within the church.
In a separate recorded interview with federal agents obtained by the AP, Mauzy said church officials told him he should convene a confidential disciplinary hearing for Adams, after which Adams was ex-communicated in 2013. Mauzy and other church leaders still didn’t report Adams to the police.
Two years later, in 2015, Leizza Adams gave birth to a second daughter. It took her husband just six weeks to start sexually assaulting her, recording the abuse, and uploading the videos to the internet.
The revelation that Mormon officials may have directed an effort to conceal years of abuse in the Adams household sparked a criminal investigation of the church by Cochise County Attorney Brian McIntyre, and the civil lawsuit by three of the Adams children.
“Who’s really responsible for Herrod not disclosing?” McIntyre asked in an AP interview. “Is it Herrod,” who says he followed the church lawyers’ instruction not to report the abuse to authorities? “Or is it the people who gave him that advice?”
‘THE CALL COMES TO MY CELL PHONE’
When it comes to child sexual abuse, the Mormon church says “the first responsibility of the church in abuse cases is to help those who have been abused and protect those who may be vulnerable to future abuse,” according to its 2010 handbook for church leaders. The handbook also says, “Abuse cannot be tolerated in any form.”
But church officials, from the bishops in the Bisbee ward to officials in Salt Lake City, tolerated abuse in the Adams family for years.
“They just let it keep happening,” said MJ, in her AP interview. “They just said, ‘Hey, let’s excommunicate her father.’ It didn’t stop. ‘Let’s have them do therapy.’ It didn’t stop. ‘Hey, let’s forgive and forget and all this will go away.’ It didn’t go away.”
A similar dynamic played out in West Virginia, where church leaders were accused of covering up the crimes committed by a young abuser from a prominent Mormon family even after he’d been convicted on child sex abuse charges in Utah. The abuser, Michael Jensen, today is serving a 35- to 75-year prison sentence for abusing two children in West Virginia. Their family, along with others, sued the church and settled out of court for an undisclosed sum.
“Child abuse festers and grows in secrecy,” said Lynne Cadigan, a lawyer for the Adams children who filed suit. “That is why the mandatory reporting came into effect. It’s the most important thing in the world to immediately report to the police.”
The lawsuit filed by the three Adams children accuses The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and several members, including Bishops Herrod and Mauzy, of negligence and conspiring to cover up child sex abuse to avoid “costly lawsuits” and protect the reputation of the church, which relies on proselytizing and tithing to attract new members and raise money. In 2020, the church claimed approximately 16 million members worldwide, most of them living outside the United States.
“The failure to prevent or report abuse was part of the policy of the defendants, which was to block public disclosure to avoid scandals, to avoid the disclosure of their tolerance of child sexual molestation and assault, to preserve a false appearance of propriety, and to avoid investigation and action by public authority, including law enforcement,” the suit alleges. “Plaintiffs are informed and believe that such actions were motivated by a desire to protect the reputation of the defendants.”
Very few of the scores of lawsuits against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints mention the help line, in part because details of its operations have been a closely guarded secret. The documents in the sealed court records show how it works.
“The help line is certainly there to help — to help the church keep its secrets and to cover up abuse,” said Craig Vernon, an Idaho attorney who has filed several sex abuse lawsuits against the church.
Vernon, a former member, routinely demands that the church require bishops to report sex abuse to police or state authorities rather than the help line.
The sealed records say calls to the help line are answered by social workers or professional counselors who determine whether the information they receive is serious enough to be referred to an attorney with Kirton McConkie, a Salt Lake City firm that represents the church.
A document with the heading “Protocol for abuse help line calls,” which was among the sealed records obtained by the AP, laid out the questions social workers were to ask before determining whether the calls should be referred to the lawyers.
Mormon officials in the West Virginia case said they did not recognize the Protocol and could not authenticate it. But a ranking church official in a separate sex abuse lawsuit in Oregon confirmed that those answering the help line used a “written protocol” to guide them.
“There would be a page containing various topics to discuss and handle,” said Harold C. Brown, then director of the church’s Welfare Services Department.
The Protocol instructs those staffing the help line to tell callers they are to use first names only. “No identifying information should be given.” Under the heading “High Risk Cases,” it also instructs staffers to ask a series of questions, including whether calls concerned possible abuse by a church leader, an employee, or abuse at “a church-sponsored activity.”
The protocol advises those taking the calls to instruct a “priesthood leader,” which includes bishops and stake presidents, to encourage the perpetrator, the victim, or others who know of the abuse to report it. But it also says, in capital letters, that those taking the calls “should never advise a priesthood leader to report abuse. Counsel of this nature should come only from legal counsel.”
That counsel comes from attorneys from Kirton McConkie, which represents the church.
Joseph Osmond, one of the Kirton McConkie lawyers assigned to take help line calls, said in a sealed deposition that he’s always ready to deal with sex abuse complaints.
“Wherever I am. The call comes to my cell phone,” he said. He then acknowledged that he did not refer calls to a social worker and wouldn’t know how to do so.
Osmond declined to comment through church officials. Peter Schofield, a Kirton McConkie lawyer long associated with the help line, also declined to answer questions from the AP.
Maledon, the attorney for the church in the Adams lawsuit, said church clergy or church attorneys have made “hundreds of reports” of child abuse to civil authorities in Arizona over an unspecified number of years. But he could not say how many calls to the help line were not referred to police or child welfare officials and could not provide a referral rate.
Two church practices, identified in the sealed records, work together to ensure that the contents of all help lines calls remain confidential. First, all records of calls to the help line are routinely destroyed. “Those notes are destroyed by the end of every day,” said Roger Van Komen, the church’s director of Family Services, in an affidavit included in the sealed records.
Second, church officials say that all calls referred to Kirton McConkie lawyers are covered by attorney-client privilege and remain out of the reach of prosecutors and victims’ attorneys. “The church has always regarded those communications between its lawyers and local leaders as attorney-client privileged,” said Paul Rytting, the director of Risk Management, in a sealed affidavit.
AN OMINOUS TIME
Mormon leaders established the help line in 1995 and it operated not within its Department of Family Services, but instead in its Office of Risk Management, whose role is to protect the church and members from injury and liability in an array of circumstances, including fires, explosions, hazardous chemical spills and severe weather. The department ultimately reports to the First Presidency, the three officials at the very top of the church hierarchy, according to records in the sealed documents.
Risk management also tracks all sex abuse lawsuits against the church, according to a sealed affidavit by Dwayne Liddell, a past director of the department who helped establish the help line. He said members of the church’s First Presidency knew the details of the help line.
“I have been in those type of meetings where … the training of ecclesiastical leaders (and) the establishment of a help line have been discussed,” Liddell said. When asked who attended the meetings, he answered, “Members of the First Presidency and the presiding bishopric,” or the top leaders of the church.
Before establishing the help line in 1995, the Mormon church simply instructed bishops to comply with local child sex abuse reporting laws.
At the time, child sex abuse lawsuits were on the rise and juries were awarding victims millions of dollars. The Mormon church is largely self-insured, leaving it especially vulnerable to costly lawsuits.
“There is nothing inconsistent between identifying cases that may pose litigation risks to the church and complying with reporting obligations,” church lawyers said in a sealed legal filing.
But one affidavit in the sealed records which repeatedly says the church condemns child sexual abuse, also suggests the church is more concerned about the spiritual well-being of perpetrators than the physical and emotional well-being of young victims, who also may be members of the faith.
“Disciplinary proceedings are subject to the highest confidentiality possible,” said Rytting. “If members had any concerns that their disciplinary files could be read by a secular judge or attorneys or be presented to a jury as evidence in a public trial, their willingness to confess and repent and for their souls to be saved would be seriously compromised.”
A GLOBAL INVESTIGATION
In 2016 police in New Zealand arrested a 47-year-old farm worker on child pornography charges and found a nine-minute video on his cell phone, downloaded from the internet, showing a man in his 30s raping a 10-year-old girl.
A global search for the rapist and his victim was on. It started with Interpol and led to the U.S. State Department, where investigators using facial recognition technology matched the rapist with a passport card photo of a U.S. Border Patrol employee living in Bisbee, Arizona, according to a Homeland Security synopsis obtained by the AP.
Agents rushed to the Naco, Arizona, Border Station and arrested Adams, then a lanky, bearded mission support specialist with the Border Patrol. After some coaxing, Adams admitted to raping MJ and to sexually assaulting her younger sister, and to posting video of the assaults on the internet. When agents raided his home, they seized phones and computers holding more than 4,000 photos and nearly 1,000 videos depicting child sex abuse, many featuring the Adams daughters.
But the nine-minute video stood out. “This video is one of the worst I’ve ever seen,” Homeland Security agent Edwards later testified, adding that haunting dialogue between Adams and his older daughter helped make the video “stand out in my mind and continue to stand out in my mind.”
That video represented nine minutes and 14 seconds in seven years of continual and unnecessary trauma for MJ — and a lifetime of abuse for her tiny sister — while Bishops Herrod and Mauzy and church representatives in Salt Lake City stood by.
After Paul Adams died by suicide, Leizza Adams pleaded no contest to child sex abuse charges and served two-and-a-half years in state prison. Three of the Adams children went to live with members of Leizza’s extended family in California. The other three were taken in by local families.
THE SURVIVORS
MJ’s little sister was only 2 when she met her adoptive mother for the first time. The toddler wrapped her arms and legs around Miranda Whitworth’s head, buried her face in her neck, and refused to look up to say good-bye to members of Leizza’s family. “It was the craziest thing,” said Whitworth who, with her husband, Matthew, welcomed the toddler into their family. “It was like when you see a baby monkey or baby gorilla cling to their mother, and they just won’t let go.”
Over the next few days and weeks, the Whitworths would see additional markers of the unfathomable abuse the toddler endured at the hands of her father — much of it recorded on video. She would howl in terror when any man attempted to touch her, whether it was Matthew or the family physician. “The nurse was fine but the minute the doctor walked in she climbed onto me and started screaming bloody murder,” Miranda said.
The 2-year-old was also terrified of the water, which made bathing an ear-splitting ordeal. She wouldn’t tolerate anything wrapped around her wrists. And at church, she would run and hide behind Miranda whenever anyone greeted her by an old family nickname.
When they took in the toddler, neither Miranda nor Matthew knew very much about what had happened to her. But while sitting in on Leizza Adams’s sentencing hearing, they learned about the repeated rapes, the videos, and the fact that church bishops knew about the abuse of the older daughter and did nothing to stop it.
The Whitworths were converts to the Mormon faith and, like many new followers of a religion, they were especially enthusiastic about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In particular, they appreciated the efforts Mormons make to help fellow church members in times of need through church organizations established to give special attention to women, teens and children.
“It’s all about family,” Miranda said. “That’s one of the things we absolutely loved.”
But after learning about what Adams did to their new daughter, and the failure of the church to stop him, the scales fell from their eyes. “We decided to remove our records from the church,” said Matthew Whitworth. “I personally couldn’t continue to provide tithing money to a church that would allow young children to be abused and not do anything to prevent it.”
Unlike the Whitworths, Nancy Salminen has never been a member of the Mormon church. But as a special needs teacher and a rape victim herself, she has a special affinity for MJ and others like her. Over the last five years, she has opened her home to 17 girls and boys who needed a safe place to stay. Her house is a modest, ranch-style structure she bought out of foreclosure.
“Everything’s a little broken here and that’s perfect because so are we,” she said.
Salminen said she met MJ after receiving an urgent call on a Friday evening to rescue a 12-year-old from another family. “She was pretty scared and pretty confused when I picked her up,” Salminen recalled. “She spent a lot of time in her closet in her room when we got home, but we got to know each other and got to like each other.”
Like the Whitworths, Salminen knew very little about what MJ had endured until Leizza Adams’s sentencing hearing.
“What I heard made me want to throw up,” she said. “And the more I learned the more I wanted to help her fight this fight that she didn’t even know about.”
Safely settled in Salminen’s household — which today includes a foster girl Salminen also plans to adopt — MJ has been transformed from a victim of unimaginable abuse to a bubbly 16-year-old who plays in the high school band and proudly dons a crisp, new uniform for her job at a fast-food restaurant.
“She had every excuse to fail and to just fold into herself and run away,” Salminen said. “But instead, she came back stronger than anyone I’ve ever known.”
So strong that she appears eager to play an active role in the battle she and her two siblings are waging against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. “I just want them to do what they’re supposed to do and report to the police,” MJ said.
The adoptive parents of the third Adams child who has filed suit declined to speak to the AP about the case. Like MJ, Miranda and Matthew Whitworth said they joined the lawsuit against the church on behalf of their young daughter not in hopes of a payday, but to change church policy so that any instance of child sexual abuse is immediately reported to civil authorities. “We just don’t understand why they’re paying all these lawyers to fight this,” Matthew Whitworth said. “Just change the policy.”
THE PRIVILEGE
That policy is the key to the church’s defense. In a recent filing asking a Superior Court judge to dismiss the case, Maledon and other lawyers for the church said the case “hinges entirely on whether Arizona’s child abuse reporting statute required two church bishops … to report to authorities confidential confessions made to them by plaintiffs’ father.”
Whatever moral or public policy arguments one could make that the church should have told authorities that Paul Adams was raping his daughters are irrelevant, the lawyers argued. “Arizona’s reporting statute broadly exempts confidential communications with clergy, as determined by the clergyman himself,” according to the church motion to dismiss the case. “Reasonable people can debate whether this is the best public policy choice. But that is not an issue for a jury or this court.”
Bishop Herrod, in his recorded interview, said church officials told him he had to keep what Adams told him confidential or he could be sued if he went to authorities.
But McIntyre, the Cochise County attorney, said that’s false, noting the Arizona reporting law says that anyone reporting a belief that child sex abuse occurred “is immune from any civil or criminal liability.”
Aside from the legal arguments over whether Bishops Herrod and Mauzy were excused from their reporting obligations under the clergy-penitent privilege, critics of the inaction by the two bishops and the broader church have raised ethical issues.
Gerard Moretz, a seasoned child sex abuse investigator for the Pima County, Arizona, Sheriff’s Department and an expert witness for the Adams children, is one of them.
“What aspect of your religious practice are you advancing if you don’t report something like this?” he asked.
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Associated Press editor Brady McCombs in Salt Lake City and investigative researcher Randy Herschaft in New York contributed to this story.
To contact the AP’s investigations team, email investigative@ap.org.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Jury deliberations began Wednesday in the trial of three men accused of murdering rising rap star XXXTentacion during a 2018 robbery outside a Florida motorcycle shop after the alleged gunman’s attorney argued that DNA evidence proves his client and another man are innocent.
Attorney Joseph Kimok gave the final defense closing argument in the trial of three men accused of first-degree murder, telling jurors that while the artist struggled with his killers before being shot and DNA was found on the body and on a stolen necklace, it wasn’t from his client, 28-year-old Michael Boatwright. Nor was it from accused second gunman Trayvon Newsome, 24, or accused getaway driver and ringleader Dedrick Williams, 26.
“Whoever (XXXTentacion) struggled with is not in this courtroom,” Kimok told jurors as the four-week trial neared its conclusion. “The DNA proves that someone not named Michael Boatwright or Trayvon Newsome participated in this murder.”
A fourth man, Robert Allen, pleaded guilty last year to second-degree murder and testified against his former friends. Attorneys for all three men say he is lying about their clients’ involvement in the slaying and robbery, which netted $50,000. They also say Broward County sheriff’s detectives botched the investigation, failing to consider other possible suspects including Canadian rap star Drake, with whom XXXTentacion had an online feud.
Lead prosecutor Pascale Achille in her rebuttal argument Wednesday admitted that Allen is not a perfect witness, that he has previous felony convictions, but co-conspirators in murders rarely are.
“Plans hatched in hell do not have angels for witnesses,” she said.
Achille said that while detectives never found the guns, masks and money, only Williams was arrested within days of the shooting, giving the others time to hide any evidence. She said the lack of DNA evidence linking the defendants to the killing is irrelevant — that fact does not exclude them. She said much more importantly, cellphone data shows the defendants were together near the motorcycle shop at the time of the slaying and that Bluetooth data puts them in the SUV used by the shooters at that same time.
During her primary closing argument Tuesday, Achille played surveillance video from the motorcycle shop and elsewhere that she says backs up Allen’s testimony. She also played cellphone videos the defendants allegedly took hours after the killing that showed them smiling and dancing as they flashed handfuls of $100 bills.
Boatwright, Williams and Newsome all face mandatory life sentences if convicted. Prosecutors did not seek the death penalty. While the three are being tried together, the jury has to decide separately on each and could convict just one or two. The jurors deliberated for about an hour Wednesday before adjourning. They will resume Thursday.
XXXTentacion, whose real name was Jahseh Onfroy, had just left Riva Motorsports in suburban Fort Lauderdale on June 18, 2018, with a friend when his BMW was blocked by an SUV that swerved in front.
Surveillance video showed that two masked gunmen emerged and confronted the 20-year-old rapper at the driver’s window, and one shot him repeatedly after a 45-second struggle. They then grabbed a Louis Vuitton bag containing the $50,000, which XXXTentacion had just withdrawn from the bank. They then got back into the SUV and sped away. The friend was not harmed.
Prosecutors say the three defendants and Allen set out that day to commit robberies and went to the motorcycle shop to buy Williams a mask. There they spotted the rapper and decided to make him their target.
Prosecutors say Allen and Williams went inside the motorcycle shop to confirm it was him. They then went back to the SUV they had rented, waited for XXXTentacion to emerge and ambushed him, according to prosecutors.
The rapper, who pronounced his name “Ex ex ex ten-ta-see-YAWN,” was a platinum-selling rising star who tackled issues including prejudice and depression in his songs. He also drew criticism over bad behavior and multiple arrests, including charges that he severely beat and abused his girlfriend. | https://www.wane.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/lawyer-dna-proves-xxxtentacions-alleged-killers-innocence/ | 2023-03-09 12:17:58 | 0 | https://www.wane.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/lawyer-dna-proves-xxxtentacions-alleged-killers-innocence/ |
Getting started with knitting
When the weather turns cold, those who love to knit know there’s nothing better than getting cozy on the couch with a pair of knitting needles and a new project. Whether you want to knit a colorful baby blanket or make your family scarves for the holidays, there are countless things you can create with some yarn and a bit of time and patience. But first, you need to master the art of “casting on.”
Most knitting begins by casting on stitches
In the knitting world, casting on is the technique used to lay the first row of stitches on the needle. There are seven different ways to put the yarn and the loops on your needle, so beginners should start with the easiest stitches to learn and develop their skills from there.
- Wrap cast-on: This is the quick and easy method taught to most beginners. Because it is stretchy, it’s good for knitting sweaters, socks and mittens. You will hear it called by other names, too, such as loop cast-on, e-wrap cast-on and single cast-on.
- Knit cast-on: This method is also easy for new knitters. When they use this technique, they learn the knit stitch at the same time. It is also known as knitting on and knitted cast-on.
- Cable cast-on: There is one small difference between cable and knit cast-ons. The cable method forms a firm, even edge that looks like a woven cable and is found on cable-knit sweaters. Do not use this technique for things that need to stretch and regain their shape, such as the necks, cuffs and hems of sweaters.
- Long-tail cast-on: This is often the method of choice for experienced knitters and takes a lot of practice before it becomes quick and easy. It’s neither too stretchy nor too stiff, making it a good all-purpose cast-on technique. It is also called slingshot, continental cast-on, double cast-on, Y cast-on and two-strand cast-on.
- German twisted cast-on: This is the best method for knitting socks because it’s not only stretchy but also neat. You can think of it as similar to a long-tail cast-on but with an extra twist that adds elasticity to the edges.
- Provisional cast-on: This method is used when knitting borders on garments and joining two separate knit pieces.
- Frilled cast-on: Knitters say this technique is best for special projects that need something with frilly edges, such as a little child’s party dress. It is also called frilled edging cast-on and Picot cast-on.
To get started casting on, you’ll need needles, the special tools you’ll find in knitting kits and yarn.
What you need to buy for cast-on knitting
Knitting needles
Needles are made from many different materials and aluminum and bamboo are the most popular choices for beginners.
Riudi Interchangeable Circular Aluminum Knitting Needles Set
You get 13 pairs of color-coded aluminum needles from 2.75 millimeters to 10.0 millimeters in diameter. They are durable, rust-free and have detachable tips. You also get needle holders, couplers, stitch markers, positioning buttons and more in a zippered case made of purple leather.
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Equiss Bamboo Knitting Needles Set
You get 36 pairs of needles, two each in 18 different sizes from 2 to 10 millimeters. These needles are about 30 inches long. The bamboo is carbonized for smoothness and durability, and the sizes are engraved on the needles for easy reference and organized storage.
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Yarns
Beginners should start with all-purpose yarns.
Inscraft 52 Acrylic Yarn Skeins
You get 35 yards of machine-washable bright, lustrous 4-ply yarn in 52 colors. The waterproof tote bag has see-through sides and loop handles and includes two crochet hooks, two weaving needles and 10 locking stitch markers.
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Special knitting tools
All your basic knitting tools are here in a compact case that’s only 5 inches wide. You get stitch holders and rippers, threading tools, sewing needles, a thimble, needle point protectors and a soft, flexible fabric measuring tape.
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Something to keep it all in
The inner dividers are sewn to the bottom of this large nylon bag to keep the six main compartments separate. The flexible plastic cover has magnetic snaps and is clear so you can easily see what’s where. Inside are magic tapes and grommets to keep your yarns in place.
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After you’ve bought the tools
Learn everything you need to know about starting and finishing knitting projects.
“Cast On, Bind Off: 54 Step-by-Step Methods”
Learn the perfect techniques for starting and finishing every knitting project. This spiral-bound book lays flat for referencing the illustrated step-by-step instructions and photographs of finished goods. You can create tighter, looser, stretchier or lacier edges as your project calls for.
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LARSI, Georgia (AP) — Long lines of Russians trying to escape being called up to fight in Ukraine continued to clog highways out of the country on Wednesday, and Moscow reportedly set up draft offices at borders to intercept some of them.
North Ossetia, a Russian region that borders Georgia, declared a state of “high alert” and said that food, water, warming stations and other aid should be brought in for those who have spent days in queues. Volunteers on the Georgian side of the border also have brought water, blankets and other assistance.
North Ossetia restricted many passenger cars from entering its territory, and set up a draft office at the Verkhy Lars border crossing, Russian news agencies said. Some media outlets released photos at the crossing showing a black van with “military enlistment office” written on it.
Another such draft checkpoint was set up in Russia along the Finnish border, according to the independent Russian news outlet Meduza.
Tens of thousands of Russian men have fled in the week since President Vladimir Putin announced a mobilization to bolster struggling Russian forces in Ukraine. Although Putin said the callup was “partial,” aimed at calling up about 300,000 men with past military service, many Russians fear it will be much broader and more arbitrary than that. There are numerous reports of men with no military training and of all ages receiving draft notices.
Aleksandr Kamisentsev, who left his home in Saratov for Georgia, described the scene on the Russian side of the border.
“It’s all very scary — tears, screams, a huge number of people. There is a feeling that the government does not know how to organize it. It seems that they want to close the border, but at the same time they are afraid that protests may follow, and they let people leave,” he told the AP.
He said he decided at the last moment to leave “because I am not going to kill my Ukrainian brothers or go to prison.”
Protesters carrying Georgian and Ukrainian flags and signs like “Russia Kills” greeted Russians at the border Wednesday. Giga Lemonjava of the political party Droa, which organized the protest, said the evacuees threaten Georgia’s security and economy.
One protester, Helen Khoshtaria, tweeted: “We organized a protest at the border today so that the incoming Russians know how we feel about their `Russian world.’”
Russians have been crossing by car, bicycle, scooter and on foot.
There also are long lines at the border with Kazakhstan, which has taken in more than 98,000 Russians in the past week.
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Rising prices and workers moving to involuntary part-time status impact living-wage jobs
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Even though government-reported statistics show inflation easing and jobs being added, the percentage of the American workforce unable to find and maintain living-wage jobs inched upward slightly for July, according to an analysis by the Ludwig Institute for Shared Economic Prosperity (LISEP).
In its monthly True Rate of Unemployment (TRU) for July, LISEP reported that 22.3% of American workers are now classified as "functionally unemployed," defined as the jobless, plus those seeking but unable to secure full-time employment paying above the poverty line after adjusting for inflation. This is an increase of 0.2 percentage points over the June TRU and is in contrast to the official unemployment report issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which showed an improving jobless rate, dropping from 3.6% to 3.5%.
According to LISEP, the difference between the TRU and the BLS-reported unemployment numbers is the growing number of workers being involuntarily moved to part-time status (part-time employment grew by 303,000 in July, according to the BLS) which, when combined with lingering inflationary pressures, has forced a growing number of low-wage workers below the poverty line and thus into the ranks of the functionally unemployed. Some dropped out of the workforce altogether, with the labor force participation rate down 0.1 percentage points in July.
"While we are seeing some positive signs this summer pointing toward a stabilizing economy from an inflationary perspective, there remains a segment of the population that has been hit disproportionately hard by rising prices, which is the very same segment with a less stable employment situation," said LISEP chair Gene Ludwig. "This is why policymakers must dig deeper than just the headline statistics. They do not tell the entire story."
Ludwig noted that according to LISEP's True Living Cost (TLC) Index – a metric that tracks price changes for a basket of items that includes only minimum adequate needs – over the last 20 years expenses for middle- and low-income families has risen 40% more than what has been reported by the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Demographically, the only groups with an improved TRU were White workers, dropping from 20.7% to 20.5%, and males, improving from 17.7% to 17.5%. Hispanic workers saw the biggest jump in functional unemployment, climbing from 25.2% to 26.3%, with Black workers also posting an increase in TRU, from 25.5% to 25.8%. Functional unemployment also increased for women, from 26.9% to 27.5%.
The TRU for workers without a high school diploma and those with some college, but no bachelor's degree, jumped by 1.6% (45.7% to 47.3%) and 1.8% (23.8% to 25.6%), respectively. All other educational groups saw an improved TRU.
"A sustainable recovery must be equitable, and we are witnessing real disparity between improving headline statistics and the facts on the ground for millions of American families," Ludwig said.
LISEP issued the white paper "Measuring Better: Development of 'True Rate of Unemployment' Data as the Basis for Social and Economic Policy'' upon announcing the new statistical measure in October 2020. The paper and methodology can be viewed here. LISEP issues TRU one to two weeks following the release of the BLS unemployment report, which occurs on the first Friday of each month. The TRU rate and supporting data are available on the LISEP website at https://www.lisep.org/tru.
The Ludwig Institute for Shared Economic Prosperity (LISEP) was created in 2019 by Ludwig and his wife, Dr. Carol Ludwig. The mission of LISEP is to improve the economic well-being of middle- and lower-income Americans through research and education, and seeks to advance the dialogue around policy solutions to improve the well-being of all Americans.
In addition to his role as LISEP chair, Gene Ludwig is founder of the Promontory family of companies and Canapi LLC, a financial technology venture fund. He is the founder and CEO of Ludwig Regulatory Group (LRG). Ludwig is the former vice chairman and senior control officer of Bankers Trust New York Corp., and served as the U.S. Comptroller of the Currency from 1993 to 1998. He is also author of the book The Vanishing American Dream, which investigates the economic challenges facing low- and middle-income Americans. On Twitter: @geneludwig.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Dallas Discovery District harmonizes music with pride, as they proudly host the LGBT Night Market.
The night will feature music performances during the AT&T Turn Up The Love Tour. The event will help benefit The Trevor Project, a non-profit that caters to suicide prevention in LGBTQUIA+ teens.
“The AT&T Discovery District in Downtown Dallas will play host to performances by Years & Years, Wrabel, and Kelechi, all in support of The Trevor Project, ” the website reads. The Night Market will feature local vendors and resources for the community. The market starts at 6 p.m. with the concert starting at 8 p.m.
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ARVADA, Colo., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Research shows that spending money on others and charities can boost wellbeing and promote happiness. That makes Colorado Gives Day, set for Tuesday, Dec. 6, potentially the happiest day in Colorado when Coloradans come together to give and support Colorado nonprofits.
This year, Coloradans can give a buck to any of the 3,200 nonprofits participating in the 24-hour Colorado Gives Day event.
"Good things happen when you give a buck," said Kelly Dunkin, president and CEO of Community First Foundation, the organization that runs Colorado Gives Day. "From mental health care to protecting the environment, every day in Colorado our nonprofits keep us happy, healthy, and safe. Colorado Gives Day is the perfect opportunity to say thank you by donating to your favorite nonprofits."
Beginning Nov. 1 and continuing through Gives Day on Dec. 6, all donations made to nonprofits on ColoradoGives.org get a boost from a $1.4 million Incentive Fund that increases the impact of every dollar donated.
The online giving platform is free for eligible nonprofits and recently debuted a new look with features that make fundraising even easier. "With just a click, donors can search, find, and give. We make it easy and safe for donors to support their favorite nonprofits," said Erica Thornley, vice president of product development. "ColoradoGives.org is a robust social giving tool that helps donors find and connect to the causes they care about most all in one place."
Colorado Gives 365 supports impactful giving every day of the year through ColoradoGives.org, providing easy-to-use fundraising tools for both donors and nonprofits.
"Community First Foundation created Colorado Gives 365 to help people discover and support organizations that match their passions and interests every day of the year," added Dunkin. "But by giving on Colorado Gives Day on Dec. 6, we hope to bring joy and happiness to everyone in Colorado."
Colorado Gives Day is made possible by Community First Foundation with support from FirstBank and sponsors, including: Delta Dental of Colorado; Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA); Gary Philanthropy; Janus Henderson Investors; Amazon; Daniels Fund; Graystone; Intermountain Healthcare; Ireland Stapleton Pryor & Pascoe, PC; Noodles & Company; T-Mobile for Business; Trinchera Blanca Foundation; Enso Counseling, PLLC; JE Dunn Construction Group; Martin/Martin, Inc.; Syntrinsic Social Capital; Denver7; Grounds for Promotion; Rocky Mountain PBS; Entravision; 5280; Comcast / Xfinity; and Mile High Outdoor.
Community First Foundation has been connecting donors and innovative Colorado nonprofits since 1975. As the community foundation serving Jefferson County, we are committed to connecting people, ideas and nonprofits so that all of Jeffco is thriving. We help donors with philanthropic planning, support nonprofits with grants and resources, and together, build resilient and connected communities. Our work is rooted in radical listening and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
In 2021, 73,000 donors raised more than $55 million for 3,151 nonprofits on Colorado Gives Day. Community First Foundation launched the online giving platform that powers Colorado Gives Day in 2007, and since then, donors have given more than $511 million to Colorado nonprofits.
Cindy Matthews, 720.898.5909
Director of Communications & Community Outreach
cmatthews@CommunityFirstFoundation.org
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After a two-year absence, Bernalillo County is inviting the public to the annual evening in paradise celebration that is back in person this weekend. The event is on Saturday 4, starting at 3 p.m. at Paradise Hills Park, 5801 Paradise Blvd NW.
This free family-friendly event will include entertainment, a zip line, food, fun activities for the kids, and local arts and crafts vendors. After a fun afternoon, stay to enjoy the Bernalillo County Movies in the Park presentation of “Encanto.”
For more information about this event visit their website. | https://www.krqe.com/news/albuquerque-metro/bernalillo-county-is-bringing-back-evening-in-paradise/ | 2022-05-31 17:53:02 | 1 | https://www.krqe.com/news/albuquerque-metro/bernalillo-county-is-bringing-back-evening-in-paradise/ |
PHOENIX (AP) — The up-and-coming Arizona Diamondbacks see themselves as potential contenders in the National League West after a good start to the season.
That optimism forced general manager Mike Hazen to make a tough decision on Thursday.
The D-backs designated four-time All-Star Madison Bumgarner for assignment following his latest shaky start, eating just over $34.4 million of the salary from his $85 million, five-year deal that was signed in 2020.
“I ask our players and staff to have urgency around how we’re going to play and attack, so I have to do the same thing,” Hazen said. “That was part of the reason we made a decision. The team has played its butts off over the first three weeks of the season, frankly.”
The move takes Bumgarner off the team’s 40-man roster and leaves Arizona seven days to trade the 2014 World Series MVP or else place him on outright waivers. The Diamondbacks announced the move Thursday, a day after Bumgarner allowed seven runs in three innings against the St. Louis Cardinals.
The big left-hander hasn’t lived up to expectations in the desert since signing his long-term deal in 2020. A postseason hero for San Francisco, he has gone 15-32 with a 5.23 ERA in 69 starts and is having his worst season with Arizona.
The 33-year-old has allowed at least five runs in three of his four starts and dropped to 1-3 with a 10.26 ERA after his latest blowup at St. Louis.
“I wish I had some kind of answers,” Bumgarner said after Wednesday’s game. “Not that I’m not going look for them — I’m going to look for them. But right now, I don’t have any for you guys. I wish I did. But I don’t.”
Hazen praised Bumgarner on Thursday, saying the pitcher came to spring training in great shape and did everything he could to improve. There were occasional good moments, but he was never close to the same pitcher he was in San Francisco.
Hazen said he wasn’t sure why Bumgarner’s steep decline couldn’t be stopped.
“We’ve all lost a lot of sleep over it, trying to answer that question,” Hazen said. “I haven’t answered it yet and we’re here today, so I don’t have the answer for you. It just didn’t work out.”
Bumgarner is owed $20.4 million this season and roughly $34.4 million on the remainder of his contract. If he clears waivers, he would be clear to sign with any team for a prorated share of the league minimum of $720,000.
Bumgarner was one of baseball’s best pitchers during 11 seasons with the Giants, helping them win three World Series titles. He was a workhorse for San Francisco during that time, going over 200 innings seven times in addition to 16 postseason appearances, including a memorable five-inning save in Game 7 of the ’14 Series.
The D-backs have several options to take Bumgarner’s spot in the rotation, including prospects Tommy Henry and Brandon Pfaadt. They called up lefty reliever Anthony Misiewicz to bolster the bullpen in the meantime.
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AP Sports Writer John Marshall contributed to this report.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin waitress got a Christmas morning surprise from a customer — a $1,000 tip.
Callie Blue, 29, was waiting tables at Gus’s Diner in Sun Prairie, just outside Madison, at 6 a.m. Sunday when she started chatting with one of the few customers in the restaurant at that hour, the Wisconsin State Journal reported. He left her a $1,000 tip.
The customer was Michael Johnson, president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County. He told the newspaper he was looking for people in need as part of the club’s Pay It Forward campaign. Two donors had given about $5,000 for tip money.
He said his Christmas Day schedule was booked with families he planned to help starting at 7:30 a.m. so he searched the internet for restaurants open at 6 a.m. and learned about Gus’s Diner. He also had gotten an email about Blue and wanted to measure her customer service skills and demeanor.
He was impressed enough to pull $1,000 from the $5,000 tip money. He said about 12 servers got big tips but Blue got the biggest one because it was Christmas morning and she was the last recipient.
Blue called the tip amazing and said she’ll use it to help feed her four horses. | https://www.krqe.com/news/weird/ap-wisconsin-waitress-gets-1000-tip-from-christmas-customer/ | 2022-12-28 22:13:46 | 0 | https://www.krqe.com/news/weird/ap-wisconsin-waitress-gets-1000-tip-from-christmas-customer/ |
BEACHWOOD, Ohio, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ARC Health, a Thurston Group portfolio company, has announced the acquisition of Focus Forward Counseling & Consulting, Inc. ("FFCC"), a comprehensive, multilingual therapy practice with two locations in Atlanta, GA.
Brad Hieger, PhD, who founded and leads FFCC, said, "I was immediately attracted to ARC's history of successful partnerships, allowing practices to maintain their great workplace cultures while offering industry knowledge, experience, and back-end support to meet the challenges of a complex, changing healthcare landscape."
The "great workplace culture" at FFCC is distinctively diverse and culturally inclusive, he noted. Its 27 psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists offer their services in Mandarin, Hindi, Punjabi, Danish, Hebrew, Russian, and Spanish.
Service offerings are equally as diverse, as FFCC offers child and adolescent counseling, LGBTQIA counseling, individual therapy, couples counseling, and marriage and family resources. Additionally, they treat anxiety and depressive disorders, substance abuse and trauma, and can perform psychological testing for ADHD.
"We are collaborative," he emphasized. "We regularly consult with each other on cases so that each patient benefits from the combined wisdom and expertise of our staff in achieving the best possible outcomes."
The center's cultural inclusivity makes a great addition to ARC Health's growing family, said Vincent Morra, ARC Health CEO. "Its strong emphasis on helping patients move forward via a multidisciplinary and inclusive team approach is in harmony with ARC Health's mission."
ARC Health, formed in 2021, now has more than 300 psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists in Connecticut, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and Georgia.
ARC Health is a premier group of mental healthcare practices who have come together as partners while maintaining their individual identities. Their forward-thinking and supportive partnership of mental healthcare providers is geared toward increasing success via a collaborative network. The ARC Health business model is pioneering the space with a unified, provider-centric approach that reinforces clinical autonomy while also joining together as equity-owning partners.
Thurston Group is a private equity firm that focuses on building industry-leading companies in the healthcare and related business services sectors. Thurston has an extensive track record of partnering with physicians and building fast-growing healthcare businesses, including ARC Health, Smile Doctors, US Endo Partners, US Oral Surgery Management, South Georgia Dental Management, Gen4 Dental Partners, Options Medical Weight Loss, and U.S. Orthopedic Partners. Over its 35-year history, Thurston Group has returned more than $4B of invested capital.
Focus Forward Counseling and Consulting
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llegare@archealthpartners.com
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INDIANAPOLIS – Cold weather is making a brief return to Indiana as temps drop into the single digits and teens.
Wacky temps in the lower 48
A strong high pressure system in the North Central US is at the core of an arctic air mass that is situated to our northwest. Temps have been trapped in the single digits across many locations in that region, but it has been as cold as the mid 20s all the way through Central Texas too. Believe it or not, that’s actually colder than Nuuk, Greenland where it’s in the upper 20s! If you’re looking for summer though, just head to North Florida; it’s in the mid 80s!
How long is it cold in Indiana?
Temperatures will drop Monday night as northerly wind ushers a shallow layer of cold air farther south. Our sky will begin to clear overnight too, which will only add to our cooling. We’ll wake up Tuesday morning to lows in the low-mid teens and perhaps even single digits in our northern areas.
Tuesday will be the coldest day of the week even with a good mix of clouds and sun. Northerly wind will continue through the day and suppress temps to the mid 20s. Feels-like temps will not leave the teens. High pressure will move overhead as we progress overnight and this may allow lows to drop a few degrees colder with quite a few single digits lows expected.
The rest of the week…
Our weather will be active this week, but very dry. Temperatures will fluctuate quite a bit, but our weather will remain consistent with some sun in the forecast nearly every day. | https://fox59.com/weather/arctic-air-makes-a-brief-visit-to-the-midwest/ | 2023-01-31 00:03:12 | 0 | https://fox59.com/weather/arctic-air-makes-a-brief-visit-to-the-midwest/ |
The embattled police chief of Greenfield, Massachusetts, said he is cutting his department's overnight shift. Robert Haigh said by the start of February, he will be down six officers and does not have the money to hire replacements, due to a budget cut made by the Greenfield City Council last year.
At the council's meeting Wednesday, Haigh said it will be up to the state police to answer calls in Greenfield from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. starting next month.
"This is not a threat, I'm not here to scare people, this is a financial and personnel obligation to the city," Haigh told the council.
But Councilor Marianne Bullock disagreed and took aim at Haig's presentation to the council.
"There's scary stories that you're sharing. It's like how are we not supposed to believe these are scare tactics when we're not hearing numbers, we're not hearing plans, we get no specifics," Bullock said.
Haig was suspended for several months last year in connection with a civil discrimination lawsuit filed by a Black former Greenfield officer. The chief was brought back by Mayor Roxann Wedegartner after the jury awarded a $425,000 judgement to the officer. | https://www.mainepublic.org/2023-01-20/greenfield-police-chief-warns-of-losing-night-patrols | 2023-01-20 17:57:26 | 1 | https://www.mainepublic.org/2023-01-20/greenfield-police-chief-warns-of-losing-night-patrols |
VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Taseko Mines Limited (TSX: TKO) (NYSE American: TGB) (LSE: TKO) ("Taseko" or the "Company") is pleased to announce it has signed agreements with Mitsui & Co. (U.S.A.) Inc. ("Mitsui") to form a strategic partnership to develop the Company's Florence Copper project (the "Project"), located in Arizona USA.
Mitsui has committed to an initial investment of US$50 million, with proceeds to be used for construction of the commercial production facility. The initial investment will be in the form of a copper stream agreement (the "Copper Stream") on 2.67% of the copper produced at Florence Copper.
In addition, Mitsui has the option to invest an additional US$50 million (for a total investment of US$100 million) for a 10% equity interest in Florence Copper (the "Equity Option"). The Equity Option is exercisable by Mitsui within a three-year period following completion of construction of the commercial production facility. If Mitsui elects to exercise its Equity Option the Copper Stream will terminate.
As part of the arrangement, Taseko and Mitsui have entered into an offtake contract for 81% of the copper cathode produced at Florence during the initial years of production. The parties intend to use this period to develop premium sales channels for 'green copper' in the United States, leveraging Mitsui's existing US cathode trading business and the unique environmental benefits of Florence Copper, which is expected to be the lowest carbon- and energy-intensity copper producer in North America.
Stuart McDonald, President & CEO of Taseko, stated, "This agreement with Mitsui establishes a strategic partnership with a leading international company. Mitsui's investment will complement Taseko's financing requirements and construction timeline and advance our goal of ensuring the copper produced at Florence is recognized for its unique low-carbon profile that will advantage US manufacturers and consumers. In the future, Taseko and Mitsui will collectively evaluate additional investments toward establishing Florence Copper as a zero-carbon copper producer (Scope 1 and 2)."
Sayu Ueno, President & CEO of Mitsui & Co. (U.S.A.), commented, "We are excited to partner with Taseko and its unique, low-carbon and low-impact Florence Copper project. When in production, Florence Copper will significantly expand our US cathode trading business, while providing an environmentally sound, domestically produced product that can be marketed on the basis of its low-carbon advantages. We believe Florence Copper will be a preferred source of 'made-in-the-US' copper for many end users in North America."
Under the terms of the initial US$50 million Copper Stream agreement, Mitsui's first deposit payment of US$10 million will be available for drawdown after receipt of Florence Copper's Underground Injection Control permit, with additional US$10 million instalments available each quarter thereafter to fund project construction. Mitsui will receive 2.67% of the copper metal produced at Florence and pay a delivery price equal to 25% of the market price of copper delivered under the contract.
If Mitsui elects to exercise its Equity Option and invest an additional US$50 million in the Project, these additional funds and the Copper Stream will be converted into a 10% equity interest in Florence Copper. At that time, the initial offtake agreement will cease and be replaced with a marketing agency agreement.
If the Copper Stream is not converted into an equity interest Taseko will have the right to buy-back 100% of the Copper Stream, otherwise, it will terminate when 40 million pounds of copper have been delivered under the agreement. Mitsui's offtake entitlement would also reduce to 30% until the Copper Stream deposit has been reduced to nil.
About Mitsui & Co.
With a long history in the United States, Mitsui & Co. (U.S.A.), Inc. ("Mitsui USA") is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the most diversified and comprehensive trading, investment, and service enterprises in the world. Mitsui & Co. pursues "360° business innovation" that ranges from product sales, worldwide logistics and financing, through to the development of major international infrastructure and other projects. More information on Mitsui USA may be found at www.mitsui.com/us.
About Taseko
Taseko is focused on the operation and development of copper mines in North America. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Taseko is the owner (75%) and operator of the Gibraltar Mine, the second largest open pit copper mine in Canada. Taseko's Florence Copper Project in Arizona is a near-term growth project, which will nearly double the Company's annual copper production. Construction of Florence Copper is expected to commence in 2023. Taseko's Yellowhead Copper Project, New Prosperity Gold-Copper Project and Aley Niobium Project are all advanced staged projects which provide the Company with a diverse commodity pipeline.
Stuart McDonald
President and CEO
No regulatory authority has approved or disapproved of the information contained in this news release.
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- uncertainties about the future market price of copper and the other metals that we produce or may seek to produce;
- changes in general economic conditions, the financial markets, inflation and interest rates and in the demand and market price for our input costs, such as diesel fuel, reagents, steel, concrete, electricity and other forms of energy, mining equipment, and fluctuations in exchange rates, particularly with respect to the value of the U.S. dollar and Canadian dollar, and the continued availability of capital and financing;
- uncertainties resulting from the war in Ukraine, and the accompanying international response including economic sanctions levied against Russia, which has disrupted the global economy, created increased volatility in commodity markets (including oil and gas prices), and disrupted international trade and financial markets, all of which have an ongoing and uncertain effect on global economics, supply chains, availability of materials and equipment and execution timelines for project development;
- uncertainties about the continuing impact of the novel coronavirus ("COVID-19") and the response of local, provincial, state, federal and international governments to the ongoing threat of COVID-19, on our operations (including our suppliers, customers, supply chains, employees and contractors) and economic conditions generally including rising inflation levels and in particular with respect to the demand for copper and other metals we produce;
- inherent risks associated with mining operations, including our current mining operations at Gibraltar, and their potential impact on our ability to achieve our production estimates;
- uncertainties as to our ability to control our operating costs, including inflationary cost pressures at Gibraltar without impacting our planned copper production;
- the risk of inadequate insurance or inability to obtain insurance to cover material mining or operational risks;
- uncertainties related to the feasibility study for Florence copper project (the "Florence Copper Project" or "Florence Copper") that provides estimates of expected or anticipated capital and operating costs, expenditures and economic returns from this mining project, including the impact of inflation on the estimated costs related to the construction of the Florence Copper Project and our other development projects;
- the risk that the results from our operations of the Florence Copper production test facility ("PTF") and ongoing engineering work including updated capital and operating costs will negatively impact our estimates for current projected economics for commercial operations at Florence Copper;
- uncertainties related to the accuracy of our estimates of Mineral Reserves (as defined below), Mineral Resources (as defined below), production rates and timing of production, future production and future cash and total costs of production and milling;
- the risk that we may not be able to expand or replace reserves as our existing mineral reserves are mined;
- the availability of, and uncertainties relating to the development of, additional financing and infrastructure necessary for the advancement of our development projects, including with respect to our ability to obtain any remaining construction financing potentially needed to move forward with commercial operations at Florence Copper;
- our ability to comply with the extensive governmental regulation to which our business is subject;
- uncertainties related to our ability to obtain necessary title, licenses and permits for our development projects and project delays due to third party opposition, particularly in respect to Florence Copper that requires one key regulatory permit from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") in order to advance to commercial operations;
- our ability to deploy strategic capital and award key contracts to assist with protecting the Florence Copper project execution plan, mitigating inflation risk and the potential impact of supply chain disruptions on our construction schedule and ensuring a smooth transition into construction once the final permit is received from the EPA;
- uncertainties related to First Nations claims and consultation issues;
- our reliance on rail transportation and port terminals for shipping our copper concentrate production from Gibraltar;
- uncertainties related to unexpected judicial or regulatory proceedings;
- changes in, and the effects of, the laws, regulations and government policies affecting our exploration and development activities and mining operations and mine closure and bonding requirements;
- our dependence solely on our 75% interest in Gibraltar (as defined below) for revenues and operating cashflows;
- our ability to collect payments from customers, extend existing concentrate off-take agreements or enter into new agreements;
- environmental issues and liabilities associated with mining including processing and stock piling ore;
- labour strikes, work stoppages, or other interruptions to, or difficulties in, the employment of labour in markets in which we operate our mine, industrial accidents, equipment failure or other events or occurrences, including third party interference that interrupt the production of minerals in our mine;
- environmental hazards and risks associated with climate change, including the potential for damage to infrastructure and stoppages of operations due to forest fires, flooding, drought, or other natural events in the vicinity of our operations;
- litigation risks and the inherent uncertainty of litigation, including litigation to which Florence Copper could be subject to;
- our actual costs of reclamation and mine closure may exceed our current estimates of these liabilities;
- our ability to meet the financial reclamation security requirements for the Gibraltar mine and Florence Project;
- the capital intensive nature of our business both to sustain current mining operations and to develop any new projects, including Florence Copper;
- our reliance upon key management and operating personnel;
- the competitive environment in which we operate;
- the effects of forward selling instruments to protect against fluctuations in copper prices, foreign exchange, interest rates or input costs such as fuel;
- the risk of changes in accounting policies and methods we use to report our financial condition, including uncertainties associated with critical accounting assumptions and estimates; and Management Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A"), quarterly reports and material change reports filed with and furnished to securities regulators, and those risks which are discussed under the heading "Risk Factors".
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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueMark, a leading provider of independent impact verification and intelligence for the impact investing market, today announced that it was certified as a B Corp, joining thousands of businesses around the world that are committed to using business as a force for good.
"Our goal is to strengthen trust in sustainable and impact investing by bringing more transparency and accountability to the industry," said Christina Leijonhufvud, CEO & Co-Founder of BlueMark. "We know that in order to hold our clients accountable, we must also be willing to hold ourselves accountable. Achieving B Corp verification signals to the rest of the field our own commitment to the kind of transparency and learning that we ask of our clients."
"BlueMark fills a critical need in the sustainable and impact investing market with its verification services, ensuring that investors are held accountable for their impact claims and practices," said Roy Swan, Director of Mission Investment at the Ford Foundation, one of the initial investors in BlueMark. "This next step towards B Corp certification shows that BlueMark doesn't just talk the talk on accountability—they are also walking the walk by holding themselves to the same standards as their clients."
Founded in January 2020, BlueMark has completed more than 100 verifications for impact investors managing a combined $189 billion in impact-oriented assets under management. These verifications are structured around the two key pillars of accountability for impact — impact management practices and impact reporting — which form the foundation for BlueMark's verification services.
- Practice Verification – assessment of the extent to which a client has implemented the policies, tools, and processes necessary to execute on their impact strategy
- Reporting Verification – assessment of the extent to which a client's reporting of its impact performance is complete and reliable
By aggregating data from these verifications, BlueMark is also able to generate a wealth of insights into industry trends, market challenges and emerging best practices. BlueMark regularly shares these insights with the impact investing field via a research series on impact management practices ("Making the Mark") and a series on impact reporting ("Raising the Bar"). These research reports are widely shared across the impact investing industry and can be used as a guideline to best practices for both new and established impact investors.
B Corp Certification is awarded by B Lab, a non-profit organization that is committed to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. In order to become a certified B Corp, a company must earn a minimum audited score of 80 out of 200 possible points on the B Impact Assessment (BIA), a rigorous evaluation of a company's business practices and its impact on key stakeholder groups. B Corps are expected to meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. To maintain their B Corp status, B Corps must also recertify every three years and receive an updated score.
Learn more about the BIA at https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/programs-and-tools/b-impact-assessment/ and review BlueMark's scores at https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/find-a-b-corp/company/blue-mark.
BlueMark is the leading provider of independent impact verification and intelligence for the impact and sustainable investing market. Founded in 2020, BlueMark's mission is to "strengthen trust in impact investing." BlueMark's verification methodologies draw on a range of industry standards, frameworks and regulations, including the Impact Management Project (IMP), the Operating Principles for Impact Management (Impact Principles), the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), SDG Impact, and the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). Learn more about BlueMark and impact verification at www.bluemarktideline.com.
Dmitriy Ioselevich
17 Communications
dmitriy@17c.org
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Rep. Peter Meijer of Michigan, one of 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach former President Donald Trump last year, said he doesn't want a rematch between President Joe Biden and Trump in the 2024 presidential election.
"I think if in 2024 we're back to a Biden/Trump dynamic, it will be a pretty sad commentary on where our country is," Meijer, who lost to a Trump-backed primary opponent earlier this week, told CNN's John Avlon on "New Day" on Friday.
"That is a very messed up and frustrating and depressing dynamic, where we're just settling for the lowest common acceptable denominator rather than advocating for folks that make people passionate, excited and thrilled about what the future may bring," he added.
Meijer, a freshman lawmaker, on Tuesday became the second House Republican
who voted for Trump's impeachment to lose a primary, in his case to John Gibbs, a fervent election denier running with the former president's support. South Carolina Rep. Tom Rice lost his primary in June. So far only one of the so-called impeachment 10 -- California Rep. David Valadao -- has survived their primary this year and advanced to the November election.
CNN has not yet projected whether Washington Reps. Jaime Herrera Beutler and Dan Newhouse, who both voted to impeach Trump, will move on to the general election after their Tuesday primaries.
Four of the impeachment 10 are retiring. And Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, one of two GOP members on the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol, faces several Trump-aligned challengers in her August 16 primary, including Harriet Hageman, who has the former President's endorsement.
On Friday, Meijer told CNN that he's "not here to whine about the (Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee) coming in and meddling" in his race, referring to the House Democratic campaign arm spending spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on ads to boost Gibbs' profile in hopes of a more favorable general election matchup. (Gibbs will face Democrat Hillary Scholten in November.)
But Meijer added: "Any party that pretends to have a set of principles, any party that pretends to have a set of values and that comes in and boosts exactly the same type of candidate that they claim is a fear to -- a threat to democracy -- don't expect to be able to hold on to that sense of self-righteousness and sanctimony."
"What type of a system are we going to have if candidates step forward and realize that they can just be ejected by both sides of the aisle? That there is no incentive to try to be a productive member," Meijer continued. "That you will never find any semblance of comfort or safety in doing the job, that it all will come down to partisan benefit, no matter what the consequence."
The congressman warned that both parties "are playing this role of trying to eject some of the members who are best capable of holding on to their seats and that is just going to lead to slimmer majorities, it's going to lead to more flipping between extremes, and frankly more partisan chaos."
Asked if he would remain open to running for political office again, Meijer replied, " Absolutely. I'm not on the ballot in 2022, I'm not campaigning in 2022, but I plan to stay very engaged in politics."
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SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Addentax Group Corp. ("Addentax" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: ATXG), an integrated service provider focusing on garment manufacturing, logistics service, property management and subleasing, and epidemic prevention supplies, today announced that it has entered into a securities purchase agreement with certain accredited investors for the sale and issuance of a new series of senior secured convertible notes in the original principal amount of $16,666,666.66 (the "Notes") and common stock purchase warrants purchase up to 16,077,172 shares of common stock of the Company (the "Warrants") at an exercise price of $1.25 per share, subject to customary closing conditions. The net proceeds, after original issue discount will total $15 million.
Provided no Event of Default (as defined in the Notes) has occurred, the Notes will accrue interest at an interest rate of 5% per annum, and the Company will be required to pay installment amounts, or at its option redeem such amounts under the Notes each month commencing on the last trading day of the calendar month in which the control account trigger date occurs, and thereafter, the last trading day of each calendar month until the maturity date of July 4, 2024, at which time all outstanding amounts remaining, if any, will be due and payable in full.
At the Company's option, each redemption payment can be made in cash or stock at a discount to the then-current closing bid price at the time of the redemption. The investor will also have the right to an accelerated conversion of any or all of the outstanding balance of the Notes into stock. The Notes will be secured by substantially all assets of the Company and will rank superior to all outstanding and future indebtedness of the Company. The Warrant can be exercised on a cashless basis. The exercise price of the Warrant is subject to (i) customary anti-dilution adjustments; and (ii) in the case of a subsequent equity sale at a per share price below the exercise price, the exercise price of the Warrant will be adjusted to such lower price, and the number of shares underlying the Warrant will increase proportionately.
The Company expects to use the proceeds from the sale of the Notes for general corporate purposes, which may include, among other things, research and development, legal and accounting fees. The Notes, Warrants, and the shares issuable upon the conversion of the Notes and the exercise of the Warrants are offered and sold pursuant to exemptions from the registration requirements of the Securities Act afforded by Section 4(a)(2) thereof and Rule 506 of Regulation D promulgated thereunder.
Univest Securities, LLC served as the sole placement agent in the transaction.
About Addentax Group Corp.
Addentax Group Corp. is an integrated service provider focusing on garment manufacturing, logistics service, property management and subleasing, and epidemic prevention supplies. Its garment manufacturing business consists of sales made principally to wholesaler located in China. The logistics business consists of delivery and courier services covering 79 cities in seven provinces and two municipalities in China. The property management and subleasing business provides shops subleasing and property management services for garment wholesalers and retailers in garment market. The epidemic prevention supplies business consists of manufacturing and distribution of epidemic prevention products and resale of epidemic prevention supplies purchased from third parties in both domestic and overseas markets. For more information, visit the Company's website at https://www.addentax.com/.
Forward-Looking Statements
All statements other than statements of historical fact in this announcement are forward-looking statements in nature within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" or other similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to consider risk factors, including those described in the Company's filings with the SEC, that may affect the Company's future results. All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company and its subsidiaries or persons acting on their behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these risk factors.
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As promised, we’ll rank the quarterback rooms throughout the NFL, top to bottom.
It’s not a list of quarterbacks; we’ll defer to Chris Simms on that one. It’s a list of overall quarterback function. Starter, backup(s), position coach, offensive coordinator, head coach.
The first one is perhaps the easiest. Without question, it’s the Kansas City Chiefs.
Arguably, starter Patrick Mahomes is good enough to make the Chiefs the best in the league, regardless of the rest of the depth chart or the coaching staff. But the coaching staff definitely helps, given the presence of head coach Andy Reid.
Reid has gotten the most out of Mahomes since he became the starter in 2018. Reid keeps coming up with ways to make Mahomes and the offense even better, in part through giving Mahomes and the rest of the offensive players the freedom to suggest creative plays and pre-snap techniques.
The departure of offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy disrupts the continuity, but Matt Nagy slides into the job he held before becoming head coach of the Bears. And, again, it all flows from Reid.
The other quarterbacks currently on the team are Blaine Gabbert and Shane Buechele. Last year in the divisional round of the playoffs, Chad Henne replaced Mahomes after he suffered an ankle injury, leading the Chiefs on a 98-yard touchdown drive before Mahomes re-entered the game.
Henne, now retired, performed well because he knew the system and the system knew him. Reid and company called the right plays at the right time to keep the Chiefs in contention until Mahomes could return to the game. Hell, maybe the Chiefs would have won even if Mahomes hadn’t been able to continue.
This year, the Chiefs will have Gabbert ready every week. And if/when he plays well, people will be surprised. They shouldn’t be. That’s what the Chiefs do -- whether it’s Henne or Matt Moore or Gabbert or whoever, the Chiefs (and Reid) know how to get quarterbacks ready to play.
Reid has been doing that for years, getting the most out of whoever is playing quarterback for him. Reid now has the best quarterback in the league, a generational talent who is already in contention to potentially be one of the best ever.
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Natrona County Arrest Log (2/28/23 – 3/1/23)
This log may not reflect all arrests for this time period.
For example, police will not release any information about juvenile arrests. State law prohibits any official from identifying a person accused of a sex crime until the defendant is arraigned in district court.
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Everyone listed here is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The charges listed here are what the arresting agency has recommended to the Natrona County District Attorney's Office. However, formal charges filed by prosecutors may differ from the recommended charges listed here.
Here is the list of arrested people and their charges as reflected in the logs:
- Christopher Baker, 46 -- Hold for Wyoming State Penitentiary.
- Brian Burns, 27 -- Public intoxication, resisting arrest.
- Jevon Bynum, 43 -- Possess controlled substance - pill or cap - 3 grams.
- Jonathan Castillo, 28 -- Contract hold.
- Sherry Crimm, 51 -- Criminal warrant.
- Zachery Daugherty, 32 -- Hold for probation and parole.
- Michael Downey, 36 -- District court bench warrant.
- Suzanna Enriquez, 24 -- Possess controlled substance - powder or crystal.
- Cory Frenick, 40 -- Serve jail time.
- Harry Hamm, 51 -- County warrrant/hold for agency.
- Jason Jennings, 28 -- Hold for Wyoming State Penitentiary.
- Ryan Johannesen, 32 -- Driving while under the influence, no insurance, wrong way on a one-way street, marijuana - possession, open container - possess/consume in a vehicle, contempt of court (Municipal Court).
- Ondreona Montoya, 18 -- Fail to appear.
- Tabitha Lynn Overgard, 46 -- Fail to appear.
- Geneva Parker, 46 -- Fail to comply.
- Anthony Steelman, 27 -- Interfere with a peace officer, flee or attempt to elude police, drive while license is canceled/suspended, criminal warrant.
- Gabrielle Swanson, 24 -- Fail to appear.
- Ariana Upton, 45 -- Hold for circuit court.
- Trent White, 24 -- Shoplifting.
Guy in the Chair: A Look Inside the Casper-Natrona County Public Safety Communications Center
For the Casper Police Department and every other first responder agency, there is the Casper-Natrona County Public Safety Communications Center. They are this town's 'Guy in the Chair,' taking calls, directing traffic and, quite literally, saving lives.
K Street Sewer Line Maintenance in Casper
The City of Casper and contractors are conducting sewer line maintenance in north Casper for the next several weeks. The work will affect access on K Street to Lincoln Elementary School, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming, residences and businesses. The city urges drivers to exercise caution because portions of K street often will be narrowed to a single lane with the use of signs and portable traffic signals. | https://k2radio.com/natrona-county-arrest-log-22823-3123/ | 2023-03-01 18:41:34 | 1 | https://k2radio.com/natrona-county-arrest-log-22823-3123/ |
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Tourists in central Athens huddled under mist machines, and zoo animals in Madrid were fed fruit popsicles and chunks of frozen food, as southern Europeans braced for a heat wave Thursday, with a warning of severe conditions coming from the European Union’s space agency.
Emergency measures – including staffing changes, cellphone alerts, and intensified forest fire patrols – were readied or put into effect in several countries as temperatures in parts of Mediterranean Europe were set to reach 45 degrees Celsius (113F) Friday and into the weekend.
In Athens and other Greek cities, working hours were changed for the public sector and many businesses to avoid the midday heat, while air-conditioned areas were opened to the public.
“It’s like being in Africa,” 24-year-old tourist Balint Jolan, from Hungary, told the AP. “It’s not that much hotter than it is currently at home, but yes, it is difficult.”
The high-pressure system, which crossed the Mediterranean from north Africa has been named Cerberus, after the three-headed dog in ancient Greek mythology who guarded the gates to the underworld. It is being tracked by the European Space Agency.
“Italy, Spain, France, Germany and Poland are all facing a major heat wave, with temperatures expected to climb to 48 degrees Celsius on the islands of Sicily and Sardinia – potentially the hottest temperatures ever recorded in Europe” the agency said Thursday.
In the Arctic, a record high temperature of 28.8 degrees Celsius (83.8 degrees F) was measured at Slettness Fyr on the northern tip of the Norway, Norwegian meteorologists said Thursday. This tops a previous record from July 1964 when the thermometer reached 27.6 degrees Celsius (81.7 degrees F).
The United Nation’s World Meteorological Organization on Monday said global temperatures recorded in early July were among the hottest on record.
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BOSTON — Every time news breaks of another mass shooting in America, it triggers Sarah Clements' anxiety and redoubles her grief and rage.
But none has rattled her quite like last week's school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
"When I first learned about the shooting," Clements says, she was "essentially blacking out."
Clements was 16 years old when a shooter killed 20 children and six educators at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., in 2012. Clements spent that morning crouching under a table and in lockdown at her high school about a mile away. She was terrified for herself — and for her mother, a second-grade teacher at Sandy Hook, who was huddling with her students, trying to distract them from the gunshots being fired just a few classrooms away.
It would be hours of anguish before Clements heard that her mom was safe, and they got to tearfully reunite, even as they mourned the dozens of others who did not survive. She says so many of those memories, which she had long since blocked out, came rushing back after the shooting at Uvalde.
"To see faces of the children, these primal screams from parents who realize their kid hasn't come out of the building, that are so starkly similar to what we experienced — that my brain has maybe been trying to protect me from — seeing those forced in front of me, it's really a shock to your system," she says.
That shock, Clements says, quickly turned to anger.
"It's the anger that so many of us tried so hard [to help pass gun control legislation] so that another community wouldn't have to experience what we did," she says, choking back tears.
Clements is one of many students who turned to political activism after a school shooting turned their lives upside down. They've organized walk outs, teach-ins and marches, they've lobbied lawmakers, and have even run for office. Clements co-founded a student advocacy organization, the Junior Newton Action Alliance, and has spent nearly a decade running youth summits, trainings and strategy workshops, as well as protesting, speaking out and lobbying.
She was propelled to get involved, she says, just days after the shooting, when she heard the NRA suggesting that the problem of gun violence had to do with everything except guns.
"I do vividly remember standing in my living room with my parents and seeing [CEO] Wayne Lapierre from the NRA say this is not about guns," Clements says.
Indeed, the NRA's first statement after the shooting blamed politicians for exploiting tragedy, the media for rewarding killers with attention, prosecutors for not going after enough violent criminals, and video games and movies for glorifying violence.
What really got her, Clements says, was Lapierre's call for armed security at every school, because "the only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun."
"That just ignited something in me," Clements says. "It was such an offensive remark."
Clements says she feels the same fury now, hearing calls for arming teachers, even as reports emerge of bad decisions made in Uvalde by law enforcement.
"If even trained military and police officers are the very top of their profession could not do that, asking educators to have a firearm and do that is nonsense," she says.
Her mom, still a teacher in Newtown and also an activist, was among those protesting the NRA annual convention in Houston days after the Uvalde shooting, and promoting tighter restrictions on guns as the way make schools safer.
"We have too many guns in our country," said Abbey Clements. "Teachers are walking in every day, crying, having to field questions from students, but we don't know what to say. And it's wrong."
Just like Newtown mobilized the Clementses, a new wave of student and survivor activism has been bubbling up since Uvalde. But the past 10 years have shown that momentum tends to wane just as quickly, which only adds to the heartbreak for activists like them. In their 10 years of work, they've seen some wins at the state level, like tougher background checks, waiting periods and red flag laws, but nothing yet from Congress.
For Sarah Clements, it's been gut-wrenching to watch. After Sandy Hook, she says, she was crushed that the murder of 20 children and six teachers was not enough to compel Congress to pass the universal background check legislation that came up for a vote. Now she says, she's starting to believe there may never be enough.
"I think that there's not some number of shootings or some number of bodies that will ever be enough for the people in power that refuse to take action, and I don't know why," she says, her voice caving to tears.
"It's so infuriating" Clements says, that the same politicians who are cowed by the NRA and refuse to pass gun laws that the majority of Americans support, are the same ones saying, "stop politicizing what happened."
"I try so hard not to be jaded," she says. But having seen so many mass shootings prompt promises of action that peter out, and feeling like even democracy itself is under fire right now, Clements says she struggles to find cause for optimism.
"I used to be able to answer this question," she says, her voice cracking again with emotion. "Like 10 years ago, I would talk about how there's this growing movement, there's young people who are standing up, who are walking out of their schools in protest. Even five years ago, I probably would have had a litany of things that made me hopeful. And right now I'm just not."
Still, Clements says she will keep doing the work, both because she sees it as a way to honor those who were killed, and because, as frustrating as it can be, doing that work, or "channeling grief into action" as she puts it, can be therapeutic in itself.
"To actually stand in the halls of Congress, for example, and be heard and actually have power for a minute," she says, "you begin to realize that you need to keep doing this, you have to keep going, you have to tell your story to whoever will listen, because you don't want other people to experience something like this."
"It does take a toll on your soul," she says.
And it is maddening to feel that the onus is on students themselves to drive change. But eventually, she insists, change will come from her generation, those who grew up hiding under desks in active shooter drills, and the ever-growing number of those who hid from actual shooters as well.
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Free mustard doughnuts available online and at Dough Doughnuts locations in NYC on Saturday, August 6, while supplies last
HUNT VALLEY, Md., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of National Mustard Day on August 6, French's brings mustard to the morning with limited-edition French's Mustard Donuts. Developed with Dough Doughnuts, maker of artisanal doughnuts for over 12 years, the mustard-infused treats are available on 8/6 at Dough's retail locations in New York City and nationwide via online shipping, while supplies last.
French's and Dough have created a bold, crave-able doughnut that combines the beloved flavor of French's Classic Yellow Mustard with Dough's signature brioche recipe, allowing mustard lovers to wake up and taste the tang. The French's Mustard Donut reimagines a classic glazed doughnut with a vibrant sweet and savory yellow mustard coating that is topped with a yellow mustard cake crumble.
"We've been known to go big for National Mustard Day – with Mustard Ice Cream in 2019, Mustard Beer in 2020, and Mustard Buns in 2021. This year, we're excited to collaborate with Dough and introduce French's Mustard Donuts, adding our Classic Yellow Mustard to morning routines," said Jill Pratt, Chief Marketing Officer, McCormick. "We are as committed as ever to showing off new and exciting ways to enjoy this fan favorite condiment and cannot wait to reinvent breakfast this year."
"Here at Dough, we've always prided ourselves in creating unexpectedly delicious flavors," said Steve Klein, Owner, Dough Doughnuts. "French's Mustard Donuts presented an opportunity to be imaginative and we couldn't be more pleased with the results. The iconic tanginess of French's Classic Yellow Mustard complements the sweet glaze and fluffy texture of the doughnut for the perfect bite."
On National Mustard Day, August 6, French's will take over Dough Doughnut's shops, transforming them with bright yellow furnishings featuring vibrant pop art and French's Mustard Donut-inspired swag. Fans can receive a free French's Mustard Donut at any Dough location in New York City, while supplies last:
- Flatiron (14 W 19th St.)
- Brooklyn (646 Vanderbilt Ave.)
- Astoria (21-70 31st St.)
- Rockefeller Center (10 Rockefeller Center)
- Urbanspace Vanderbilt (230 Park Ave.)
- Smorgasburg (90 Kent Ave.)
French's and Dough will also release a limited number of French's Mustard Donuts for nationwide shipping on August 6, 2022, at 12 p.m. PT/3 p.m. ET. Order a free box of two at DoughDoughnuts.com. If you snooze and lose out on this limited offering French's has shared a make-at-home recipe available at Frenchs.com/MustardDonut. For more mustard fun, follow @Frenchs and @DoughDoughnuts and search #MustardDonuts.
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On August 6th pick up one free Mustard Donut at Dough Doughnuts locations in NYC or order one free two-pack of Mustard Doughnuts online at DoughDoughnuts.com (shipping to US locations only). Limited availability, while supplies last. Limit one offer per person.
About French's
French's was first introduced to the hot dog – and the public – at the World's Fair in 1904. It was love at first bite. Through the years, French's has become an all-American staple from the ballpark to the backyard to the holiday table. French's family of products includes Classic Yellow Mustard, Tomato Ketchup, Worcestershire Sauce, Crispy Fried Onions and more. Visit Frenchs.com for more information and recipes.
French's is one of McCormick & Company's (MKC) brands. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 170 countries and territories, McCormick is a global leader in flavor. Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland USA, McCormick is guided by our principles and committed to our Purpose – To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor. McCormick envisions A World United by Flavor where healthy, sustainable, and delicious go hand in hand. To learn more, visit www.mccormickcorporation.com or follow McCormick & Company on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About Dough Donuts
Dough was founded in 2010 in Bedstuy, Brooklyn. What started as a neighborhood spot for morning treats quickly boomed. Dough Doughnuts became everyone's favorite doughnut both in Brooklyn and internationally. Our oversized doughnuts with unique flavors sets Dough Doughnuts apart and makes it a doughnut you can enjoy all day long.
Dough's doughnuts are handmade with love and care. Our staff passionately mastered the craft of doughnut making through a hands-on approach that focuses on freshness and fullness of flavor. Dough's doughnuts are made in small batches throughout the day to ensure that they are always fresh for you to enjoy. When you visit the shops, you can see how the doughnuts are made. The transparency of the process is based on the philosophy that buying a doughnut is an experience, not just a product. All new products are developed in line with the same core philosophy and process applied to Dough's doughnuts. Stay tuned for exciting and delicious new treats!
CONTACT: Sunshine Sachs, frenchs@sunshinesachs.com
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AMMAN, Jordan (AP) — The wedding of Jordan’s crown prince to the scion of a prominent Saudi family was set to begin on Thursday in a palace celebration that drew massive crowds and a mood of excitement around the kingdom, while presenting the young Hashemite royal as a new player on the global stage.
The marriage of Crown Prince Hussein, 28, and Saudi architect Rajwa Alseif, 29, drew a star-studded VIP list headlined by Britain’s Prince William and his wife Kate, who arrived at the palace and were welcomed by Jordan’s King Abdullah II and Queen Rania.
The celebrations hold deep significance for the region, emphasizing continuity in an Arab state prized for its longstanding stability and refreshing the monarchy’s image after a palace feud. It even could help resource-poor Jordan forge a strategic bond with its oil-rich neighbor, Saudi Arabia.
Crowds were gathering at huge screens set to livestream the wedding across the country, with many attendees waving flags and decked out in the white-and-red checkered scarves worn by Jordan’s ruling family, the Hashemites.
At the ancient Roman amphitheater in the center of the capital, Amman, Jordanian singer Hussein Salman pumped up the crowds with congratulatory wedding ballads. The 6,000-seat theater was almost completely full, as families sang along and children, with “Celebrating Hussein” painted on their cheeks, clapped wildly.
“This is an important day because he is our future king,” said Ahmad al-Masri, an 18-year-old attending with his family. “All of Jordan is watching.”
World leaders and royalty are also attending. William and Kate arrived early Thursday on a visit that had been kept under wraps. It was only confirmed by Jordanian state media a few hours before the start of the palace ceremony.
On Thursday morning, Saudi wedding guests and tourists — the men wearing white dishdasha robes and the women in brightly colored abayas — filtered through the sleek marbled lobby of the Four Seasons Hotel in Amman. Noura Al Sudairi, an aunt of the bride, was wearing sweatpants and sneakers on her way to breakfast.
“We are all so excited, so happy about this union,” she said. “Of course it’s a beautiful thing for our families, and for the relationship between Jordan and Saudi Arabia.”
Excitement over the nuptials — Jordan’s biggest royal event in years — has been building in the capital of Amman, where congratulatory banners of Hussein and his beaming bride adorn buses and hang over winding hillside streets. Shops had competing displays of royal regalia. Royal watchers speculated about which dress designer Alseif would select— still an official secret.
“She looks like such a princess that I think she deserves him,” Suhair Afaneh, a 37-year-old businesswoman, said of the bride, lingering in front of a portrait of Hussein in a dark suit. “But so what, I’ll still be in love with him.”
She contemplated buying Hussein’s portrait to hang in her bedroom but her nieces persuaded her that her husband might not approve.
Jordan’s 11 million citizens have watched the young crown prince rise in prominence in recent years, as he increasingly joined his father, Abdullah, in public appearances. Hussein has graduated from Georgetown University, joined the military and gained some global recognition speaking at the U.N. General Assembly. His wedding, experts say, marks his next crucial rite of passage.
“It’s not just a marriage, it’s the presentation of the future king of Jordan,” said political analyst Amer Sabaileh. “The issue of the crown prince has been closed.”
The wedding may create a brief feel-good moment for Jordanians during tough economic times, including persistent youth unemployment and an ailing economy.
Palace officials have turned the event — a week after Jordan’s 77th birthday — into something of a PR campaign. Combining tradition and modernity, the royal family introduced a wedding hashtag (#Celebrating Al Hussein) and omnipresent logo that fuses the couple’s initials into the Arabic words “We rejoice.”
Photos and reels from Alseif’s henna party — a traditional pre-wedding celebration featuring the bride and her female friends and relatives — and the couple’s engagement ceremony in Saudi Arabia last summer, have splashed across state-linked media.
The kingdom declared Thursday a public holiday so crowds of people could gather after the wedding service to wave at the couple’s motorcade of red Land Rover jeeps — a nod to the traditional procession of horse riders clad in red coats during the reign of the country’s founder, King Abdullah I. Tens of thousands of well-wishers are expected to flock to free concerts and cultural events. Huge screens have been set up nationwide for crowds to watch the occasion unfold.
The signing of the marriage contract will take place at Zahran Palace in Amman, which hasn’t seen such pomp and circumstance since 1993, when, on a similarly sunny June day, Abdullah married Rania, who was born in Kuwait to Palestinian parents. Decades earlier, Abdullah’s father, the late King Hussein, sealed his vows in the same garden with his second wife, the British citizen Antoinette Gardiner.
In addition to the Prince and Princess of Wales, the guest list includes an array of foreign aristocrats and dignitaries, including senior royals from Europe and Asia, as well as First Lady Jill Biden and U.S. climate envoy John Kerry. Other likely attendees include Saudi aristocrats, as Alseif’s mother is related to the mother of Saudi King Salman. Her billionaire father owns a major construction firm in the kingdom.
After the ceremony, the wedding party will move to Al Husseiniya Palace, a 30-minute drive away, for a reception, entertainment and a state banquet. The royals are expected to greet more than 1,700 guests at the reception.
Experts consider the marriage an advantageous alliance for the Hashemites, historic rivals of the Al Saud family to the east. Jordan has recently sought closer ties with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Arab petro-states, which once doled out billions of dollars to the aid-dependent country but since have reined in their spending.
Even as restaurants blared call-and-response Arabic wedding songs and cars honked in celebration downtown, some signaled the royal fairy tale was fraught as Jordanians struggle to make ends meet.
Osama, a 25-year-old bookseller, was thrilled about the occasion and festooned his car and shop windows with portraits of the royal family. But he also knew reality would return quickly.
“Of course, it’s joyful,” he said, declining to give his last name for fear of reprisals. “But in a couple days, we’ll just go back to our problems.” | https://www.kxnet.com/news/international/ap-international/jordans-future-king-saudi-bride-to-tie-the-knot-in-palace-ceremony-signaling-continuity-of-rule/ | 2023-06-01 14:28:54 | 1 | https://www.kxnet.com/news/international/ap-international/jordans-future-king-saudi-bride-to-tie-the-knot-in-palace-ceremony-signaling-continuity-of-rule/ |
Mother guilty of strangling 7-year-old son, dumping body in desert receives sentencing
LAS VEGAS (KVVU/Gray News) - A mother was sentenced Thursday after pleading guilty to killing her 7-year-old son and leaving his body on a trail outside of Las Vegas.
KVVU reports 36-year-old Samantha Moreno-Rodriguez was sentenced to 20 years in prison with the possibility of parole.
Moreno-Rodriguez was accused of strangling Liam Husted in May 2021 before dumping his body on a trail at Mountain Springs.
Prosecutors said Liam was autistic and that Moreno-Rodriguez told detectives she strangled him for about 15 minutes because she was frustrated with him. Detectives also said she admitted to stripping his body of clothes before leaving it in the desert.
Court records showed the mother entered a guilty plea agreement on Sept. 1.
She had previously pleaded not guilty in a hearing in August 2021.
According to court records obtained by KVVU, Moreno-Rodriguez pleaded guilty to murder and child abuse and had agreed to serve 28 years in prison.
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- Salesforce shares closed down 8% as analysts and investors digested Wednesday evening's earnings report and the surprise news that co-CEO Bret Taylor will depart by the end of January 2023.
- Is "something more than macro pressuring Salesforce's growth?" Morgan Stanley analysts questioned in a note to investors. The firm lowered its Salesforce price target from $273 to $250.
Salesforce shares closed down 8% Thursday as analysts and investors digested Wednesday evening's earnings report and the surprise news that co-CEO Bret Taylor will depart by the end of January 2023.
Taylor's departure will leave founder Marc Benioff as the sole CEO at the tech giant.
Salesforce beat analyst estimates for third-quarter profit and revenue but said it expected between $7.9 billion to $8.03 billion in revenue in the company's fourth fiscal quarter, lower at the midpoint than analyst expectations of $8.02 billion in sales.
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The company said it would take a $900 million hit in sales because of foreign currency effects. And operating cash flow fell 23% year-over-year to $313 million for the quarter.
Is "something more than macro pressuring Salesforce's growth?" Morgan Stanley analysts questioned in a note to investors. The firm lowered its Salesforce price target from $273 to $250.
The analysts said the "surprises were more negative than positive," citing Benioff's future solo CEO status, possible single-digit subscription revenue growth for fiscal year 2024 and growing margin compression.
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Benioff, in an interview with CNBC's Jim Cramer, called Taylor's departure a "gut punch."
"We have to let him be free, let him go, and I understand, but I don't like it," the billionaire said on an earnings call. Taylor was appointed co-CEO and vice chair in November 2021, having previously served as president and chief operating officer.
Taylor was also chair of the board of Twitter before billionaire Elon Musk took the company private. Taylor joined Salesforce in 2016 when his startup, Quip, was acquired by Benioff's company.
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Two-Thirds of people have a negative view about tipping, as Americans are doing it less often.
A recent report by Bankrate reveals a trend in tipping habits among Americans. The study shows that the practice has seen a steady decline over the past few years.
Two-thirds of Americans express a negative view about the practice. The survey highlights various reasons for this shift, including the belief that businesses should pay their employees better, annoyance towards pre-entered tip screens, and a perception that tipping culture has become excessive.
Has the tipping decline only affected workers in restaurants?
77% of Americans always tipped servers at sit-down restaurants, but this figure has dropped to 65% in 2023. Similar declines can be observed in other sectors, such as hair stylists/barbers, food delivery, taxi/rideshare drivers, hotel housekeepers, coffee shop baristas, and home services/repair workers. The data indicates a general trend of decreasing the practice among Americans.
Who are the worst tippers?
Gen Zers and millennials, along with men, are identified as the worst tippers. Only 35% of Gen Zers and 50% of millennials always spiff servers at sit-down restaurants, compared to 80% of Gen Xers and 83% of baby boomers. Moreover, 70% of women consistently tip, while only 60% of men do so.
Many Americans feel annoyed by the prevalence of pre-entered tip screens. 32% expressing their discontent in regard to automatic benefit. About 30% believe that the culture has become out of control, with older generations and higher earners more likely to hold this sentiment.
Additionally, 41% of respondents feel that businesses should pay their employees better, and 16% would be willing to pay higher prices to eliminate tipping altogether.
The study reflects a changing landscape in the way Americans approach rewarding servers. Factors such as economic unease, confusion about who and how much to tip, and evolving technology contribute to this shift. Although tipping remains a significant aspect of American society, it is evident that habits and attitudes are evolving, and businesses may need to adapt to these changing dynamics.
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How to Watch the WNBA on Tuesday: TV Channel, Game Times and Odds
Published: Jun. 20, 2023 at 11:18 AM CDT|Updated: 56 minutes ago
The Atlanta Dream versus the Dallas Wings is one of three solid options on today's WNBA slate.
Catch live WNBA games, plus tons of other sports and shows, with a free trial to Fubo!
Today's WNBA Games
The Dallas Wings play the Atlanta Dream
The Dream look to pull off a road win at the Wings on Tuesday at 8:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
Records and Stats
- DAL Record: 5-6
- ATL Record: 5-5
- DAL Stats: 85.5 PPG (fourth in WNBA), 86.6 Opp. PPG (12th)
- ATL Stats: 85.6 PPG (second in WNBA), 86.5 Opp. PPG (10th)
Players to Watch
- DAL Key Player: Satou Sabally (20.9 PPG, 11.0 RPG, 3.1 APG)
- ATL Key Player: Allisha Gray (18.7 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 2.8 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: -3
- DAL Odds to Win: -158
- ATL Odds to Win: +131
- Total: 172 points
The Los Angeles Sparks take on the Minnesota Lynx
The Lynx take to the home court of the Sparks on Tuesday at 10:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: CBS Sports Network
- Stream Live: Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 10:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- LAS Record: 5-6
- MIN Record: 3-8
- LAS Stats: 80.5 PPG (seventh in WNBA), 79.6 Opp. PPG (fifth)
- MIN Stats: 77.2 PPG (10th in WNBA), 84.3 Opp. PPG (seventh)
Players to Watch
- LAS Key Player: Nneka Ogwumike (19.6 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 3.8 APG)
- MIN Key Player: Napheesa Collier (20.5 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 2.5 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: -6
- LAS Odds to Win: -248
- MIN Odds to Win: +200
- Total: 157 points
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The Seattle Storm play host to the Connecticut Sun
The Sun look to pull off an away win at the Storm on Tuesday at 10:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
Records and Stats
- SEA Record: 3-7
- CON Record: 9-3
- SEA Stats: 77.0 PPG (11th in WNBA), 85.3 Opp. PPG (ninth)
- CON Stats: 82.6 PPG (sixth in WNBA), 78.6 Opp. PPG (third)
Players to Watch
- SEA Key Player: Ezi Magbegor (14.5 PPG, 8.5 RPG, 1.9 APG)
- CON Key Player: Alyssa Thomas (15.0 PPG, 10.2 RPG, 7.7 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: -8.5
- CON Odds to Win: -413
- SEA Odds to Win: +313
- Total: 160.5 points
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Report: Phoenix Suns reach deal to keep Bismack Biyombo
The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a deal to keep backup big Bismack Biyombo, according to a report.
Biyombo first signed a 10-day with the Suns on New Year's Day and later signed for the remainder of the season. The 6-8 big was an unrestricted free agent.
Yahoo Sports Chris Haynes reported Saturday the Suns and Biyombo had reached the new deal. Details were not immediately available.
The decision to retain Biyombo is not all that surprising.
Earlier this week, 7-foot backup center JaVale McGee signed a 3-year deal worth more than $20 million with the Dallas Mavericks.
That came as multiple reports have indicated the Suns are not likely to keep starting center Deandre Ayton and may be working deals involving the 2018 No. 1 draft pick, possibly to land Kevin Durant of the Brooklyn Nets. Durant has said he wants to be traded and has listed Phoenix as a desired destination, according to reports.
The Suns last year declined a chance to offer Ayton a max contract deal.
Now, Ayton is a restricted free-agent, meaning the Suns could match or exceed any offer from another team. The Suns could sign Ayton then work a deal involving him in order to land Durant or other players. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nba/suns/2022/07/02/report-phoenix-suns-reach-1-year-deal-keep-bismack-biyombo/7795849001/ | 2022-07-02 19:08:58 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nba/suns/2022/07/02/report-phoenix-suns-reach-1-year-deal-keep-bismack-biyombo/7795849001/ |
It is National Ice Cream Soda Day, and the Owner of Brown Cow Ice Cream is here to celebrate with us. Connie Brown joins us now to break down how to make a Chocolate Ice Cream Soda.
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LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Anthony Black dominated from inside and outside to finish with 26 points for No. 9 Arkansas, which overwhelmed Louisville in the second half for an 80-54 victory Monday in the first round of the Maui Invitational.
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Black, a freshman guard who topped the No. 2 recruiting class in the country, made 9 of 11 shots, including 3 of 5 3-pointers, made all five free throws and and had six assists. Ricky Council IV added 15 points and Makhel Mitchell 12 for the Razorbacks (4-0), who had no trouble stepping up in competition after opening the season with three easy wins at home.
Kamri Lands scored 13 and El Ellis 11 for Louisville, which dropped to 0-4 in its first season under coach Kenny Payne, a former Cardinals star.
Black, a freshman guard who topped the No. 2 recruiting class in the country, carried the Razorbacks the entire game. He scored 12 points in the first half to stake the Razorbacks to a 36-28 lead, including consecutive 3-point shots during an early run. The Razorbacks — who have reached the Elite Eight in consecutive seasons — also played a strong inside game, with Black making a baseline slam dunk and Council making an alley-oop slam dunk.
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Council hit a corner 3-pointer to open the second half and put the Razorbacks back into a double-digit lead. The Cardinals pulled within five points but the Razorbacks proved to be too much. Council hit another shot from behind the arc for a 52-40 lead midway through second half.
The Razorbacks simply wore down the Cardinals and had a number of easy dunks during a 17-0 run in the closing minutes, including three by Mitchell.
BIG PICTURE
Louisville: The Cardinals opened the season with one-point home losses to Bellarmine, Wright State and Appalachian State.
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Arkansas: The Razorbacks opened the season with three straight double-digit wins at home, against North Dakota State, Fordham and South Dakota State.
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Louisville drops into the loser's bracket to face No. 21 Texas Tech, which lost to No. 10 Creighton 76-65 in the opening game.
Arkansas advances to play Creighton.
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Getting friends and family together for some drinks, whether it’s wine or whiskey, is one of the pleasures of life. Wouldn’t it be fun to serve your guests their drinks in a glass that defies expectations? We found a set of diamond-shaped stemless plastic wine glasses and think they are worth picking up for a toast at your next get-together.
This 32-pack of 12-ounce glasses is actually made from a durable, BPA-free and plastic that’s 100% food grade. They are lightweight and not as prone to shatter as actual glass.
But, what makes these plastic wine glasses stand out is their unique shape. You’ve seen stemless glasses before, but the diamond-shaped design not only looks modern and sleek but also allows the glass to sit on its side without spilling!
It looks like an optical illusion, right?
The only magic at work here is the power of geometry and design. The flat edges of the diamond design allow for the plastic wine glasses to sit at an angle, but keep the drink securely inside. A clever idea for sure — and it’s an eye-catching one, too.
Each package, sold by Amazon for $39.99 (but on sale for a limited time at $34.99), comes with 32 glasses that hold up to 12 ounces of your favorite cold beverage. According to the product description from Munfix, the manufacturer, these are “a must-have for the frequent party hostess! Use it for whiskey glasses, scotch, bourbon glasses, wine cups, champagne cups, cocktail cups, juice cups, dessert cups, and more.”
With an unbelievable 4.8 out of 5-star rating on Amazon (89% of the nearly 1,400 ratings are at 5 stars), these diamond-shaped plastic wine glasses got high marks for their value, quality, and appearance.
“These were perfect for my garden get-together when I didn’t want to use/clean (lol) too many drinking glasses,” raved Amazon reviewer Chantal in her 5-star review of the product. “Since it was being used outside for cocktails, I also didn’t want to risk my glassware breaking accidentally. These were the perfect solution! The diamond cut looks sophisticated and they were very sturdy. I received tons of compliments!”
Another Amazon user, Shawna, made margaritas and showcased them in these designer cups.
“I made margaritas in mine and it worked out as a perfect amount to hold,” she wrote in her 5-star review. “I’ve also washed them because they’re That durable. They come individually wrapped and stacked Just so, that they didn’t scratch sides. They’d be good for an outdoor event or poolside gatherings where glass is not the wanted option.”
If you’re looking for a versatile drinking glass for your next party that won’t require a lot of care or expense, then the Munfix Diamond-Shaped Stemless Plastic Wine Glass set might be exactly what your party needs!
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Breakfast with the Bunny at Shady Brook Farm in Yardley, PA
Breakfast with the Bunny is back this spring at Shady Brook Farm in Yardley and it's time to make your reservation.
These spring-like temperatures this week are getting everyone in the mood for spring and all the fun that goes along with it like visits with the Easter Bunny.
Shady Brook Farm has invited the Bunny to hop on by the farm for breakfast with you and your family. It's going to be so much fun.
You have two weekends to pick from, Saturday and Sunday, April 1st and 2nd, or the following weekend, Friday, April 7th and Saturday, April 8th. What a great way to kick off the holiday weekend.
Your reservation includes a tasty breakfast buffet, a visit and photo op with the Easter Bunny (you'll take your own pics on your phone or bring a camera), an Egg Scramble, admission to the farm's Easter Eggstravaganza, and all the fun activities in the festival field.
Here's how the reservations will work. You'll pick a seating time. There will be seatings at 9am and 11am. You'll reserve a table. Everyone needs a seat, even the little ones.
Tables of 4 are $120.00
Tables of 6 are $180.00
Tables of 8 are $240.00
Oh and there's good news for you parents, grandparents and friends. There will be a cash Mimosa and Bloody Mary bar.
Don't miss the fun. I remember last year this event sold out pretty quickly, so make your reservation today.
While you're visiting Shady Brook Farm, stop by the Farm Market, which is open all year long. It's has a full service deli, big garden center and its own pub, Stone's Throw Pub.
For more information and to make a reservation, click here.
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HOUSTON (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays and Houston Astros both had reasons to like how things turned out Friday night.
Drew Rasmussen and the Rays were the only ones celebrating, however.
Rasmussen pitched seven effective innings and the Rays clinched a playoff spot for the fourth straight season, posing on the field for a team picture after beating Houston 7-3. Despite the loss, the Astros wound up with home-field advantage throughout the AL playoffs.
The Rays (86-71) began the day in the third and final AL wild-card slot, trailing Toronto and Seattle.
Tampa Bay extended the longest postseason streak in franchise history and earned a playoff spot for the eighth time, all since 2008. The Rays have never won the World Series.
“They’ve withstood some bad news and some bad performances, but they’ve come out on top with some really good performances to stay afloat here,” Rays manager Kevin Cash said. “It feels like right now, we’re coming into our own a little bit. These guys are still young, and we’re getting a taste of some really cool stuff.”
Houston (102-55) was assured home-field advantage throughout the AL playoffs when the New York Yankees lost earlier in the day. Only the Los Angeles Dodgers have a better record than the Astros.
“It’s hard to celebrate when you feel the pain of losing,” Astros manager Dusty Baker said. “We’ll worry about that later.”
Rasmussen (11-7) held Houston to two runs and five hits in seven innings. He entered Friday riding a three-game losing streak, the longest of his career.
“I had a really bad outing against these guys the other day, so to be able to come back and attack the strike zone like I know how to and get quick outs and allow the defense to play was absolutely incredible,” Rasmussen said. “There’s a lot of excitement going into the postseason now, and we’re officially in.”
Yandy Díaz doubled and singled twice, driving in two runs and scoring two. Taylor Walls homered and scored twice for the Rays.
Tampa Bay scored three times in the sixth, taking a 6-2 lead and chasing Framber Valdez (16-6).
Valdez, who saw his MLB-record streak of 25 consecutive quality starts snapped in his previous start, had a second consecutive rough outing. In 5 1/3 innings, he allowed six runs, nine hits and three walks.
Valdez has been tagged for 10 runs in his last two starts after allowing just eight runs in the entire month of August.
“He didn’t have his breaking ball tonight too much,” Baker said. “He actually threw more fastballs than he threw breaking balls. No, I don’t have any concerns for Framber. Framber is fine.”
Former Jose Siri hit an RBI double and Díaz doubled home Siri and Walls to break it open.
Walls homered in eighth, his eighth of the season.
Tampa took a 3-2 lead in the fifth when Randy Arozarena hit an RBI triple and scored on a single by Wander Franco.
Houston took a 2-1 lead in the fourth as Yordan Alvarez led off with a double and scored on a single by Yuli Gurriel.
Gurriel hit a double in the ninth to score Alvarez.
The Rays scored first after Valdez walked the first two batters and Harold Ramirez hit an RBI single.
Alex Bregman hit his 23rd homer in the bottom of the first.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Astros: RHP Lance McCullers Jr. (illness) said he had a migraine, a fever and a “nasty bug” and lost a few pounds over the past week but threw a bullpen session Friday and is expecting to start Monday’s game against Philadelphia.
UP NEXT
Rays: Shane McClanahan (12-7, 2.51 ERA) starts for Tampa on Saturday, looking to get back on track after allowing nine runs across nine innings in two losses of his last two starts.
Astros: Cristian Javier (10-9, 2.65) will start for Houston on Saturday. He allowed just one hit in five innings in a 5-0 win at Tampa on Sept. 20.
SHARE TO CARE
As part of the typical 50/50 raffle for charity at Minute Maid Park, the Astros pledged to donate half of the proceeds to Hurricane Ian relief efforts.
WILD CARD READY
The Rays are 4-0 all-time in postseason play as a wild-card team. They won the 2013 wild-card game in Cleveland and 2019 wild-card game in Oakland, and also swept a 2020 wild-card series against Toronto.
HE SAID IT
“I’m glad I got to work my way back. … Being able to contribute now and being able to pop Champagne tonight is much more meaningful.” — Rays starter Tyler Glasnow.
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CAIRO — (AP) — The United Nations called on countries in the Middle East and Europe on Monday to ramp up aid efforts in Sudan to address the deepening humanitarian crisis.
Sudan has been rocked by fighting for more than two months as the military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces battle for control of the country. Sudan’s Health Ministry said Saturday that more than 3,000 have been killed in the conflict, which has decimated the country's fragile infrastructure and sparked ethnic violence in the western Darfur region.
“The scale and speed of Sudan’s descent into death and destruction is unprecedented,” U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres said at the opening of a U.N.-sponsored meeting co-hosted by Egypt, Germany, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the African Union in the Swiss city of Geneva.
Guterres said the organization’s emergency aid program launched after the war broke out on April 15 has received less than 17% of the required $3 billion in aid.
As the meeting progressed, numerous state representatives pledged further contributions. Qatar's foreign minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, said that the Gulf kingdom would be giving $50 million to the program.
Katja Keul, minister of state at Germany’s Federal Foreign Office, said that Berlin would pledge 200 million euros (nearly $219 million) of humanitarian assistance to Sudan and the region.
Speaking by a web link, U.S. Agency for International Development Administrator Samantha Power said that Washington would be donating an additional $171 million in aid to Sudan.
The U.N.’s top humanitarian official, Martin Griffiths, said that the United Nations would inject a further $22 million into the program.
It remained unclear if Saudi Arabia and Egypt, two of the conflict’s key mediators, would provide further financial contributions to the humanitarian initiative.
Around 24.7 million people, more than half of Sudan's population, are in need of humanitarian assistance, the U.N. says. More than 2.2 million people have fled their homes to safer areas elsewhere in Sudan or crossed into neighboring countries, according to the latest U.N. figures.
On Sunday morning, the country's warring forces began a three-day cease-fire, brokered by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. It's the ninth truce since the conflict began, although most have foundered.
The conflict has turned the capital, Khartoum, and other urban areas into battlefields. The paramilitary force, commanded by Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, has occupied people’s houses and other civilian properties, according to residents and activists. The army, led by Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, has staged repeated airstrikes in densely populated civilian areas.
The province of West Darfur has experienced some of the worst violence. with tens of thousands of residents fleeing to neighboring Chad. The Rapid Support Forces and affiliated Arab militias have repeatedly attacked the province's capital, Genena, targeting the non-Arab Masalit community, rights groups say.
The province's former governor, Khamis Abdalla Abkar, a Masalit, was abducted and killed last week after he appeared in a televised interview and accused the Arab militias and the paramilitary force of attacking Genena. The U.N. and Sudan's military blamed the Rapid Support Forces for the killing. It has denied that.
Last week, Griffiths described the situation in West Darfur as a “humanitarian calamity.”
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Kari Lake loses appeal in Arizona governor race challenge
Video above: GOP's Kari Lake slams AZ polling issues
An Arizona appeals court has rejected Republican Kari Lake's challenge of her defeat in the Arizona governor's race to Democrat Katie Hobbs, denying her request to throw out election results in the state's most populous county and hold the election again.
In a ruling on Thursday, the Arizona Court of Appeals wrote Lake, who claimed problems with ballot printers at some polling places on Election Day were the result of intentional misconduct, presented no evidence that voters whose ballots were unreadable by tabulators at polling places were not able to vote. The court said that even a witness called by Lake to testify had confirmed that ballots that couldn't initially be read at polling places could still ultimately have their vote counted.
And while a pollster who testified on behalf of Lake claimed the polling place problems had disenfranchised enough voters to change the outcome in Lake's favor, the court said his conclusion were baseless.
The appeals court wrote Lake's appeal failed because the evidence supports the conclusion that "voters were able to cast their ballots, that votes were counted correctly, and that no other basis justifies setting aside the election results."
Shortly after the ruling, Lake tweeted: "I told you we would take this case all the way to the Arizona Supreme Court, and that's exactly what we are going to do. Buckle up, America!"
Lake, who lost to Hobbs by just over 17,000 votes, was among the most vocal 2022 Republicans promoting former President Donald Trump's election lies, which she made the centerpiece of her campaign. While most of the other election deniers around the country conceded after losing their races in November, Lake did not.
Lawyers for Lake focused on problems with ballot printers at some polling places in Maricopa County, home to more than 60% of the state's voters. The defective printers produced ballots that were too light to be read by the on-site tabulators at polling places. Lines backed up in some areas amid the confusion.
County officials say everyone had a chance to vote and all ballots were counted since ballots affected by the printers were taken to more sophisticated counters at the elections department headquarters.
Lake's attorneys also claim the chain of custody for ballots was broken at an off-site facility, where a contractor scans mail ballots to prepare them for processing. They claim workers at the facility put their own mail ballots into the pile, rather than returning them through normal channels, and also that paperwork documenting the transfer of ballots was missing. The county disputes the claim.
Hobbs' attorneys said Lake was trying to sow distrust in Arizona's election results and offered no proof to back up her allegations of election misconduct.
Lake faced extremely long odds in her challenge, needing to prove not only that misconduct occurred, but also that it was intended to deny her victory and did in fact result in the wrong woman being declared the winner. In her appeal, her lawyers argued a trial court judge applied the wrong standard of proof in deciding the case.
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SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Three construction workers were injured Tuesday when part of an upper floor collapsed inside Savannah’s 124-year-old federal courthouse, which has been undergoing extensive renovations for more than a year.
All three workers were taken to a hospital, none of them with life-threatening injuries, after part of the courthouse’s third floor gave way and the workers tumbled down to the floor below, said Savannah Fire Battalion Chief Wayne Ifill. Everyone else inside the building was accounted for and not injured, he said.
“We went through the building twice to make sure,” Ifill said. “Now we know for a fact that it’s completely empty. And they’re not allowed to go back in it until they have a structural engineer come and do a good, solid assessment of the building.”
The Tomochichi Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse opened in 1899 on Wright Square in the heart of Savannah’s downtown historic district. It was named more than a century later for the chief of the Yamacraw people, a small band of Native Americans who befriended the colonial English settlers that founded Georgia in 1773.
The building is in the middle of a $75 million renovation scheduled for completion next year and has been essentially gutted on the inside, Ifill said. But it’s unclear why roughly 30 square feet (2.8 square meters) of the floor collapsed. No courthouse personnel were inside.
“It could have been a lot worse,” Ifill said.
Workers in hardhats huddled on street corners Tuesday afternoon outside the courthouse, where scaffolding covers portions of the building’s exterior.
There didn’t appear to be any threat of the exterior walls collapsing, according to Ifill. Still, the street along the south side of the courthouse, nearest where the floor fell in, was closed until structural engineers confirm the rest of the building isn’t at risk. It was not immediately known how quickly that inspection would occur. | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/3-hurt-in-floor-collapse-in-savannahs-1899-us-courthouse/ | 2023-04-13 05:47:27 | 0 | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/3-hurt-in-floor-collapse-in-savannahs-1899-us-courthouse/ |
LINCOLN CITY, Ore. (AP) — Three people died in a crash involving two vehicles on the Oregon Coast, Oregon State Police troopers said.
The crash south of Lincoln City at Gleneden Beach happened Monday morning on Highway 101, police said.
Oregon State Police confirmed to KPTV that three people died. No further information about the crash was immediately released.
All lanes of Highway 101 were closed Monday afternoon at milepost 122, near Lincoln City.
Drivers were being asked to avoid the area or expect long delays. Transportation officials said crews are detouring traffic to Gleneden Beach Loop.
Commercial vehicles need to use an alternate route. | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/3-dead-in-crash-on-Highway-101-along-Oregon-Coast-17375292.php | 2022-08-15 21:54:17 | 0 | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/3-dead-in-crash-on-Highway-101-along-Oregon-Coast-17375292.php |
A Russian mega-pop star’s criticism of President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine has set off intense reactions on social media, posing a critical question: Will the iconic singer’s disapproving Instagram post mark a turning point in Russian public opinion?
At the risk of being branded a traitor, Alla Pugacheva used her famous voice over the weekend to question the seven-month war, becoming the most prominent Russian celebrity to do so. Pugacheva’s post described the homeland that gave her its highest civilian honors as “a pariah” and said Russian soldiers were dying for “illusory goals.”
It was a watershed moment, one that knocked a hole in the Kremlin’s vigorously defended narrative about the reasons and goals of its Feb. 24 invasion of neighboring Ukraine, threatening to undo months of carefully crafted war propaganda.
The singer, who has been arguably Russia’s most popular performer for decades, shared her thoughts as Putin faces mounting pressure both militarily – Ukrainian forces are recapturing strategic areas from Russian troops – and diplomatically, with even key allies voicing concerns over the global fallout from the war.
At age 73, Pugacheva is as widely admired as when she burst onto Russia’s pop scene nearly a half-century ago. Older Russians who grew up listening to her music form Putin’s core base, remaining largely silent about the war.
The turning point for the singer apparently was the Russian Justice Ministry’s designation of Pugacheva’s husband, comedian and TV presenter Maxim Galkin, as a foreign agent Saturday for allegedly conducting political activities on behalf of Ukraine and receiving Ukrainian funding. Galkin had previously criticized the war.
In an Instagram post Sunday, Pugacheva told her 3.5 million followers and others who saw her comments elsewhere that she also wanted to be added to Russia’s foreign agents’ register, in solidarity with her husband, whom she called a “true and incorruptible patriot” who wants “the end of the deaths of our boys for illusory goals that make our country a pariah and weigh heavily on the lives of its citizens.”
While Russian public figures such as politicians, singers, actors and writers have spoken out against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine despite the Kremlin’s attempt to stifle dissent, Pugacheva is the biggest name so far to do so.
Her Instagram post was a major snub of a Kremlin and its predecessors that named Pugacheva as a People’s Artist of the USSR, awarded her the State Prize of the Russian Federation and decorated her as a Chevalier of the Order “for merit to the fatherland.” She was regularly featured and feted on state-run TV, for several generations of audiences, especially for nostalgic fans.
The Kremlin’s chief spokesman declined to comment Monday but Meduza, a Latvia-based Russian-language news site that Russia also has declared a foreign agent, published a roundup of reactions that included at least one official voice.
The deputy chairman of Russia’s State Duma, Pyotr Tolstoy, said Pugacheva “has lost touch with reality so much and is in solidarity with those who today wish Russia’s defeat.”
“She will no longer find support among decent Russian people,” predicted Tolstoy, a close Putin ally. He added, “We will win without her songs.”
Valery Fadeyev, the head of the Russian president’s Human Rights Council, accused Pugacheva of insincerely citing humanitarian concerns to justify her criticism of the nearly 7-month-old conflict. He predicted that popular artists like her would enjoy less public influence after the war.
“New faces – soldiers, doctors, military correspondents, volunteers – will be our elite,” Fadeyev wrote.
Veteran Russian opposition activist Lev Shlosberg said the scale of the responses shows that Pugacheva’s comments touched a nerve in Russian society.
“The reaction of sympathy and direct support shows in which direction public opinion will move,” Meduza quoted him as saying.
Veronika Belotserkovskaya, a Russian-language cookbook author and popular blogger who lives in France and has also questioned the war, thinks the singer’s criticism wasn’t meant for the masses but instead was “written for power.”
“This is a public slap in the face. … Everyone heard her. She speaks their language, destroying their narrative,” she said.
Political analyst Stanislav Belkovsky, director of Moscow-based think tank National Strategy Institute, went so far as to proclaim Pugacheva “the de facto leader of the antiwar part of Russian society.”
It’s not clear what legal repercussions Pugacheva might face. Putin on March 4 signed legislation allowing for jail terms of up to 15 years for posting allegedly false information about the military.
If the Russian government grants her wish to declare her a foreign agent, the singer would have to include the label prominently on her social media content and be subject to other financial and bureaucratic requirements.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Angela Lansbury, the scene-stealing British actor who kicked up her heels in the Broadway musicals “Mame” and “Gypsy” and solved endless murders as crime novelist Jessica Fletcher in the long-running TV series “Murder, She Wrote,” has died. She was 96.
Lansbury died Tuesday at her home in Los Angeles, according to a statement from her three children. She died five days shy of her 97th birthday.
Hers was a 75-year career that included beloved musicals on stage, iron-fisted matriarchs on film, singing the theme song for the animated movie “Beauty and the Beast,” being made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II and the creation of one of television's best loved characters.
Lansbury won five Tony Awards for her Broadway performances and a lifetime achievement award. She earned Academy Award nominations as supporting actress for two of her first three films, “Gaslight” (1945) and “The Picture of Dorian Gray” (1946), and was nominated again in 1962 for “The Manchurian Candidate” and her deadly portrayal of a Communist agent and the title character’s mother.
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Her mature demeanor prompted producers to cast her much older than her actual age. In 1948, when she was 23, her hair was streaked with gray so she could play a fortyish newspaper publisher with a yen for Spencer Tracy in “State of the Union.”
Her stardom came in middle age when she became the hit of the New York theater, winning Tony Awards for “Mame” (1966), “Dear World” (1969), “Gypsy” (1975) and “Sweeney Todd” (1979).
She was back on Broadway and got another Tony nomination in 2007 in Terrence McNally’s “Deuce,” playing a scrappy, brash former tennis star, reflecting with another ex-star as she watches a modern-day match from the stands. In 2009 she collected her fifth Tony, for best featured actress in a revival of Noel Coward’s “Blithe Spirit” and in 2015 won an Olivier Award in the role.
Broadway royalty paid their respects. Audra McDonald tweeted: “She was an icon, a legend, a gem, and about the nicest lady you’d ever want to meet.” Leslie Uggams on Twitter wrote: “Dame Angela was so sweet to me when I made my Broadway debut. She was a key person in welcoming me to the community. She truly lived, lived, lived!”
Playwright Paul Rudnick added: “she provided the most fabulous, irreplaceable joy. She was beloved as a person and an actress, and managed to be approachable, glamorous and heartbreaking. She’ll be missed, celebrated and adored.”
But Lansbury’s widest fame began in 1984 when she launched “Murder, She Wrote” on CBS. Based loosely on Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple stories, the series centered on Jessica Fletcher, a middle-aged widow and former substitute school teacher living in the seaside village of Cabot Cove, Maine. She had achieved notice as a mystery novelist and amateur sleuth.
The actor found the first series season exhausting.
“I was shocked when I learned that I had to work 12-15 hours a day, relentlessly, day in, day out,” she recalled. “I had to lay down the law at one point and say ‘Look, I can’t do these shows in seven days; it will have to be eight days.’”
CBS and the production company, Universal Studio, agreed, especially since “Murder, She Wrote” had become a Sunday night hit. Despite the long days — she left her home at Brentwood in West Los Angeles at 6 a.m. and returned after dark — and reams of dialogue to memorize, Lansbury maintained a steady pace. She was pleased that Jessica Fletcher served as an inspiration for older women.
“Women in motion pictures have always had a difficult time being role models for other women,” she observed. “They’ve always been considered glamorous in their jobs.”
In the series’ first season, Jessica wore clothes that were almost frumpy. Then she acquired smartness, Lansbury reasoning that, as a successful woman, Jessica should dress the part.
“Murder, She Wrote” stayed high in the ratings through its 11th year. Then CBS, seeking a younger audience for Sunday night, shifted the series to a less favorable midweek slot. Lansbury protested vigorously to no avail. As expected, the ratings plummeted and the show was canceled. For consolation, CBS contracted for two-hour movies of “Murder, She Wrote” and other specials starring Lansbury.
“Murder, She Wrote” and other television work brought her 18 Emmy nominations but she never won one. She holds the record for the most Golden Globe nominations and wins for best actress in a television drama series and the most Emmy nominations for lead actress in a drama series.
In a 2008 Associated Press interview, Lansbury said she still welcomed the right script but did not want to play “old, decrepit women,” she said. “I want women my age to be represented the way they are, which is vital, productive members of society.”
“I’m astonished at the amount of stuff I managed to pack into the years that I have been in the business. And I’m still here!”
She was given the name Angela Brigid Lansbury when she was born in London on Oct. 16, 1925. Her family was distinguished: a grandfather was the fiery head of the Labour Party; her father the owner of a veneer factory; her mother a successful actor, Moyna MacGill.
“I was terribly shy, absolutely incapable of coming out of my shell,” Lansbury remembered of her youth. “It took me years to get over that.”
The Depression forced her father’s factory into bankruptcy, and for a few years the family lived on money her mother had saved from her theater career. Angela suffered a shattering blow when her beloved father died in 1935. The tragedy forced her to become self-reliant — “almost a surrogate husband to my mother.”
When England was threatened with German bombings in 1940, Moyna Lansbury struggled through red tape and won passage to America for her family. With the help of two sponsoring families, they settled in New York and lived on $150 a month. To add to their income, Angela at 16 landed a nightclub job in Montreal doing impersonations and songs.
“The only thing I ever had confidence in is my ability to perform,” she said. “That has been the grace note in my sonata of life, the thing that has absolutely seen me through thick and thin.”
Moyna moved the family to Hollywood, hoping to find acting work. Failing that, she and Angela wrapped packages and sold clothing at a department store. An actor friend suggested Angela would be ideal for the role of Sybil Vane in “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” which was being prepared at MGM. She tested, and studio boss Louis B. Mayer ordered: “Sign that girl!”
She was just 19 when her first film, “Gaslight,” earned her an Oscar nomination, but MGM didn’t know what to do with the new contract player. She appeared as Elizabeth Taylor’s older sister in “National Velvet,” Judy Garland’s nemesis in “The Harvey Girls,” Walter Pidgeon’s spiteful wife in “If Winter Comes” and Queen Anne in “The Three Musketeers.”
Tired of playing roles twice her own age, she left MGM to freelance but the results were much the same: the mother of Warren Beatty in “All Fall Down,” of Elvis Presley in “Blue Hawaii,” of Carroll Baker in “Harlow,” and of Laurence Harvey in “The Manchurian Candidate,” in which she unforgettably manipulates her son and helps set off a killing spree.
In the mid-1940s, Lansbury had a disastrous nine-month marriage to Richard Cromwell, a soulful young star of the 1930s. In 1949, she married Peter Shaw, a Briton who had been under an acting contract to MGM, then became a studio executive and agent. He assumed the role of Lansbury’s manager. They had two children; he had a son by a previous marriage.
The 1950s were a troubled time for the Shaws. Angela’s career slowed down; her mother died after a battle with cancer; Peter underwent a hip operation; the children were on drugs; the family house in Malibu burned to the ground.
Lansbury later said of the fire: “It’s like cutting off a branch, a big, luscious branch of your life and sealing it off with a sealer so it doesn’t bleed, That’s what you do. That’s how the human mind deals with those things. You have to pick up the pieces and go on.”
Weary of 20 years of typecasting, Lansbury tried her luck on Broadway. Her first two shows — “Anyone Can Whistle” and “Hotel Paradiso” (with Bert Lahr) — flopped.
Then came “Mame.” Rosalind Russell declined to repeat her classic role as Patrick Dennis’s dizzy aunt in a musical version. So did Mary Martin and Ethel Merman. Others considered: Bette Davis, Lauren Bacall, Judy Garland, Beatrice Lillie, Judy Garland. Composer Jerry Herman chose Lansbury.
The opening on May 24, 1966, was a sensation. One critic wondered that “the movies’ worn, plump old harridan with a snakepit for a mouth” could turn out to be “the liveliest dame to kick up her heels since Carol Channing in ‘Hello, Dolly.‘”
After her “Sweeney Todd” triumph, Lansbury returned to Hollywood to try television. She was offered a sitcom with Charles Durning or “Murder, She Wrote.” The producers had wanted Jean Stapleton, who declined. Lansbury accepted.
During the series’ long run, she managed to star in TV movies, to be host of Emmy and Tony shows and even to provide the voice for a Disney animated feature. She played Mrs. Potts in “Beauty and the Beast” and sang the title song. “This was really a breakthrough for me,” she said of her young following. “It acquainted me with a generation that I possibly couldn’t have contacted.”
In 2000, Lansbury withdrew from a planned Broadway musical, “The Visit,” because she needed to help her husband recover from heart surgery. “The kind of commitment required of an artist carrying a multimillion-dollar production has to be 100%,” she said in a letter to the producers.
Her husband died in 2003.
She was back on Broadway in 2012 in a revival of “The Best Man,” sharing a stage with James Earl Jones, John Larroquette, Candice Bergen, Eric McCormack, Michael McKean and Kerry Butler. She also recently co-starred in Emma Thompson’s “Nanny McPhee” and with Jim Carrey in “Mr. Popper’s Penguins.”
At the 2022 Tony Awards, Len Cariou — her “Sweeney Todd” co-star — accepted the lifetime Tony given to Lansbury. “There is no one with whom I’d rather run a cutthroat business with,” Cariou said.
In 1990, Lansbury philosophized: “I have sometimes drawn back from my career. To what? Home. Home is the counterweight to the work.”
In addition to her three children, Anthony, Deirdre and David, she is survived by three grandchildren, Peter, Katherine and Ian, plus five great grandchildren and her brother, producer Edgar Lansbury.
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Funeral service for Edward E. “Eddie” Adams Sr., will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 31, 2023 in Faith Bible Church with Rev. Leonard Reimer, Pastor officiating.
Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery under direction of Becker-Rabon Funeral Home.
Funeral service for Edward E. “Eddie” Adams Sr., will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 31, 2023 in Faith Bible Church with Rev. Leonard Reimer, Pastor officiating.
Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery under direction of Becker-Rabon Funeral Home.
The family will greet friends from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at the funeral home.
The service may be viewed online by visiting the Faith Bible Lawton Facebook page.
Edward E. “Eddie” Adams Sr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 25, 2023 in Lawton at the age of 81. He was born Sept. 18, 1941 in Fort Riley, Kansas to Col. Marcus W. and Lillian L. Adams.
He grew up an Army brat- attending four grade schools and three high schools. Eddie graduated from Columbus High School in 1959. Even before graduating high school, he was making a name for himself. While living in Puerto Rico, he became the youngest Eagle Scout at just 13 years old and a yo-yo champion! After graduating he joined the Army Reserves, eventually transferring to the Army National Guard.
In 1974 Eddie married Cheryl and had two children, Eddie Jr. and Blakley. He loved his children and enjoyed raising them. Eddie later went on to be a successful businessman in the community. He owned Adams Marine and Adams Corner. When he wasn’t running his business you could find him at a car show. He enjoyed muscle cars and street rods-even owning a few himself. Eddie was never short on friends and had several very good long-term buddies. While he was ornery, he was loving and always made friends easily. One thing everyone knew to be true was that he loved his Lord, his family, and his church.
He is survived by his son, Eddie Adams Jr. and wife, Michelle, of Lawton; daughter, Blakley Kincanon, and husband, Bobby, of Amarillo, Texas and a granddaughter, Sadie, of Amarillo; his older brother, Dr. Marcus Adams Jr. and wife, Patricia, of Norman; along with several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and younger brother, Terry Adams.
Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Bible Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
An online guest book and sympathy cards are available at www.beckerfuneral.com
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Restaurant Report Card: March 30, 2023
Find out which restaurants made the grade in this week’s Restaurant Report Card.
BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) - The Brazos County Health Department makes available to all media each week the results of inspections at local businesses.
A “No Score” (N/S) can be given at restaurant openings, field or complaint investigations, and follow-up inspections.
P/S or permit suspension happens after a restaurant scores lower than 70 or if the Health Department deems the restaurant a health risk. A massive infestation of insects or no hot water will automatically close a restaurant down.
Restaurant Report Card: March 30, 2023 by KBTX on Scribd
Keep in mind, that every restaurant in the county must post their most recent score near the entrance of the eatery. Look for a yellow sheet of paper in a frame next time you go into a restaurant. There, you’ll see how the place you’re about to eat at did on their score.
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PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Presque Isle will gain its second 24-hour gym when an Aroostook County fitness business expands into a second location.
Andre Rossignol, who started Rossignol Performance & Fitness in Caribou less than two years ago, purchased the former Mainely Mexican restaurant on Parsons Street this week from Jay and Kelly Edgecomb.
Rossignol’s is the latest area company to expand into Presque Isle, which has seen a wave of new local businesses that give residents more reasons to spend money locally. Gracie Fighter Jiu-Jitsu of Caribou opened a second branch in September, while Daigle Oil will locate its sixth Gentle Bear car wash in the city.
Rossignol’s will be the area’s second round-the-clock fitness center.
“What we really look to offer is convenience,” Rossignol said. “In terms of equipment, [we] try to have a little bit of something for everybody that appeals to all different types of exercisers.”
Rossignol bought the former Mexican restaurant for $180,000, he said Wednesday. Though he has yet to secure a contractor to renovate the space, he tentatively plans to open in September or October.
He envisions the gym as an expansion of the Caribou facility. He wants to offer more equipment and training, update the aesthetics and plans to hire local staff. He and his wife will manage the business.
Rossignol is originally from Van Buren but graduated from Caribou High School. He interned as a strength and conditioning coach for the University of Maine in Orono in 2019, and dabbled in sports performance fitness training before moving into general fitness services.
He earned a personal training certificate when he was 19 and started training high school athletes as clients. He trained around 60 high school athletes during the summer of 2020 at the height of the pandemic, he said.
He launched Rossignol Performance & Fitness in Caribou in September 2021, which began as a training facility for athletes. Rossignol’s business has evolved into more generalized fitness training services as his business continues to grow.
His philosophy of training is simple: keep at it and find something you enjoy.
“If you want to get results it has to be enjoyable and consistent to get the results you are looking for,” he said.
Rossignol considered expanding when several people asked if he might open a place in Presque Isle. He investigated the area and eventually landed on the former restaurant property.
Mainely Mexican opened in February 2018 and was the one of few Mexican themed restaurants in Aroostook County. The Edgecombs, who said they had planned to run the business for five to seven years, announced on June 22 that the restaurant had been sold.
Presque Isle’s other 24-hour fitness center is Aroostook County Fitness, which opened last September. | https://www.bangordailynews.com/2023/06/29/news/aroostook/aroostook-county-gym-expansion-joam40zk0w/ | 2023-06-29 12:14:03 | 0 | https://www.bangordailynews.com/2023/06/29/news/aroostook/aroostook-county-gym-expansion-joam40zk0w/ |
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New Mexico is just coming out of a “triple-demic,” and on the heels of a worldwide pandemic that was a time of some of the worst health in a century. Respiratory viruses peaked last fall and this winter, with the triple threat of COVID-19, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and the flu.
As a chief medical officer and a family doctor, I know we can count ourselves lucky that despite child deaths across the country, New Mexico did not have one child fatality from the flu. That is because we had good participation for flu shots. However, the situation was a challenging one for our medical practitioners this past season as hospitals filled, yet again, over licensed bed capacity. We should be thankful that with both flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines, our state, its health care workers and its people rose to the occasion.
There is still time to get your flu shot, which can be easily obtained at your local clinic or pharmacy, if you have not done so already. If you are planning a spring break trip, a big family gathering or you are traveling, and you have not gotten a flu shot, it is not too late.
Vaccine fatigue is understandable. However, I urge you to get your shots next flu season and make it part of your annual regimen. Flu shots save lives, and that may have gotten lost in the COVID-19 emergency. There may or may not be a COVID-19 shot for next year — that is yet to be determined — but there will be a flu shot. I urge you to get it to protect yourself and your loved ones. We have turned the corner for this flu season, but next year’s flu season is just around the bend.
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A prominent GOP candidate roiled the hotly contested primary race for Kentucky governor with a comment that if elected, “we will not have transgenders in our school system,” angering LGBTQ advocates in a state that has enacted laws limiting the rights of transgender youth.
Former U.N. Ambassador Kelly Craft made the comment in response to a question during a telephone town hall Monday night. She did not specify what policy actions she envisioned involving transgender students, but her campaign weighed in Tuesday when asked to respond.
“Of course Kelly was referring to the woke ideologies being pushed in our schools,” her campaign said in a statement. “She has been advocating for the best for all children this entire campaign.”
Craft’s comments were swiftly denounced as “desperate and disgusting” by Chris Hartman, executive director of the Fairness Campaign, a Kentucky-based LGBTQ advocacy group.
Craft is waging a combative contest against state Attorney General Daniel Cameron as part of a 12-candidate field vying for the Republican gubernatorial nomination in the May 16 primary. Craft’s running mate, state Sen. Max Wise, sponsored a sweeping law aimed at transgender youth this year.
“Her claim that she and Wise will somehow purge transgender kids from Kentucky schools is nothing more than an unhinged political promise she can’t keep,” Hartman said.
“None of the other candidates are railing this hard against LGBTQ youth because it won’t work, except to harm trans kids,” he added.
The nominee is expected to challenge Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear, who is seeking reelection to a second term in the GOP-trending state and faces nominal opposition in his party’s primary. Other Republican contenders include state Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles, state Auditor Mike Harmon, retired attorney Eric Deters and Somerset Mayor Alan Keck.
Craft spent an hour fielding questions reportedly submitted by callers across Kentucky, with topics including her stand on gun rights, abortion and fighting illegal drugs.
One question asked Craft how she’d “combat the transgender agenda” in classrooms. Craft noted that Wise sponsored the measure dealing with, among other things, school bathroom policies, curriculum and which pronouns are used to refer to transgender students.
Craft added: “Under a Craft-Wise administration, we will not have transgenders in our school system.”
She later doubled down in answering the same question, saying: “Under a Craft-Wise administration, we will not have transgender.”
Throughout the campaign, Craft has railed against what she claims are “woke” ideologies infiltrating Kentucky public schools, pledging to lead efforts to overhaul the state education department if elected. With her remarks about transgender children, Craft upped the ante in her culture-war messaging.
The question is whether the strategy will pay off against a field of staunchly conservative candidates. Craft has put millions of her family’s fortune into a barrage of TV advertising.
“There’s no doubt that that issue polls very, very well with core Republican primary voters,” GOP political consultant T.J. Litafik said by phone Tuesday. “The danger that any candidate faces is going so extreme to win a very small primary vote that you can’t get back to the middle for a general election.”
The Kentucky legislation is part of a widespread movement, along with Republican state lawmakers in other states who have approved extensive measures that restrict the rights of LGBTQ people.
The debate about transgender issues is likely to continue into Kentucky’s fall campaign for governor.
Beshear vetoed the sweeping measure that banned gender-affirming medical care for trans youth — one of many provisions affecting young transgender people. Beshear said the legislation amounted to government overreach into parental rights in making medical decisions for their children.
“My faith teaches me that all children are children of God,” the governor said in his veto message.
The GOP-dominated legislature overrode the veto.
Other parts of the measure require school districts to devise bathroom policies that, “at a minimum,” would not allow transgender children to use the bathroom aligned with their gender identities. It allows teachers to refuse to refer to transgender students by the pronouns they use and requires schools to notify parents when lessons related to human sexuality are going to be taught.
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ATLANTA (AP) — A judge has ruled that Democrat Shelia Edwards can remain on the ballot for Georgia's Public Service Commission even though she doesn't live in the district she would represent.
Senior Superior Court Judge David Emerson ruled Wednesday that the District 3 election is exempt from the residency rule because candidates are running to fill the two unexpired years remaining on the term of former Commissioner Chuck Eaton. He resigned in 2021 when he was appointed as a judge.
Gov. Brian Kemp appointed Republican Fitz Johnson to that post. Johnson is running this year to stay on the commission until 2024, and Democrats nominated Edwards in a May 24 primary to challenge him.
The commission regulates private, for-profit utilities including Georgia Power Co. and Atlanta Gas Light Co., meaning its decisions affect the pocketbooks of millions of Georgians.
Commissioners are elected statewide but generally must reside in particular districts. Edwards has faced continuing questions about whether it's legal for her to run in the 3rd District, which includes Fulton, DeKalb and Clayton counties, because she lives in the Mableton area of Cobb County.
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger challenged Edwards' residency in an administrative proceeding. Days before the primary, Administrative Law Judge Shakara Barnes ruled that Edwards could run because she was bidding to fill the position vacated by Eaton. Barnes ruled that residency requirements only apply when a candidate is running for a full six-year term on the commission.
“When filling an unexpired PSC term, the residency of the appointee or elected official is not a deciding factor," Barnes wrote.
Chandra Fairley, the Democrat who finished second in the May 24 primary, filed an election challenge in Cobb County after the primary, seeking to overturn the ruling and have Edwards removed from the ballot.
Fairley argued that the vacancy ended when Kemp appointed Johnson and any exception to the residency rule doesn't apply to the 2022 election. If Edwards had been disqualified, the state Democratic Party would have decided on a replacement.
But Emerson adopted Barnes' reasoning that Johnson is running for a vacancy and thus exempt.
“The court rejects the argument put forward by the petitioner which seeks to impose the residency requirement upon a person who might be elected to serve Commissioner Eaton’s unexpired term," Emerson wrote.
Bryan Sells, Fairley's lawyer, said Fairley could appeal. “My client is disappointed with the ruling and still reviewing her options,” he wrote in an email Thursday.
A second residency challenge is pending against Democrat Patty Durand, who is challenging incumbent Republican Tim Echols in District 1 for a full six-year term. In that case, lawmakers redrew districts to exclude Durand, who had lived in Gwinnett County. She then moved to Conyers, part of the new district, but hadn't lived there for the required year when she qualified.
Raffensperger sought to remove Durand, but a judge kept her on the ballot. Durand presented evidence showing Echols traded text messages with Commission President Tricia Pridemore during redistricting, including Durand’s Gwinnett County address, that helped Republicans draw her out. Durand argues she should be allowed to run because she was unconstitutionally targeted in redistricting, violating her 14th Amendment right to equal protection. The case's next hearing is set for July 26.
A third case could overturn the commission's entire election structure. That lawsuit, awaiting a judge's decision, argues that electing commissioners statewide discriminates against Black people, and seeks that only voters in a district will determine their commissioner.
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A look at the new Hoka running shoes
IN THIS ARTICLE:
- Hoka Clifton 9 Men’s Running Shoes
- Hoka Bondi 8 Men’s Running Shoes
- Hoka Kawana Women’s Running Shoes
If you’re an avid runner or live an active lifestyle, you need top-quality shoes to keep you comfortable for extended periods. You may be under the impression that running shoes are meant to be worn out, so you may not be too keen to spend too much on them.
However, you get what you pay for, and high-quality shoes like Hoka running shoes might be worth it. Hoka running shoes in 2023 are touted as premium running shoes, but are they really all they’re cracked up to be?
What’s so good about Hoka running shoes?
Hoka running shoes are more expensive than many running shoes, but their build, performance and overall quality are what sets them apart from cheaper shoes. Hoka running shoes have a lightweight design and sturdy construction that gives them excellent durability, making them ideal for indoor and outdoor running.
The midsoles are usually packed with soft foam cushioning, making them perfect for long-distance running and wearing for extended periods, and the uppers are made with breathable fabrics to keep your feet cool and dry. Plus, they have thick rubber outsoles for superior traction.
There’s no denying that Hoka running shoes are comfortable, and that’s their primary selling point. They don’t boast flashy designs like running shoes made by other athletic-wear brands, but their sturdy construction makes them last longer. Also, because of how they’re designed, they can help reduce pain from nagging injuries that can otherwise derail runners. They cost more than traditional running shoes but are an excellent choice if you run outdoors often.
Best Hoka running shoes
Hoka Clifton 9 Men’s Running Shoes
These lightweight shoes have a cushioned midsole with a foot-hugging design for increased comfort and a durable rubber outsole for superior traction. They offer excellent responsiveness with each stride, and the streamlined tongue makes them comfortable enough to wear for extended periods. Also, they’re available in nine colors.
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Hoka Bondi 8 Men’s Running Shoes
These shoes boast soft, resilient foam midsole and internal foam collar for long-lasting comfort and broader rubber coverage for superior durability. The extended heel facilitates smoother transitions during strides, and the vegan mesh upper allows for increased airflow. Plus, the heel tab makes them easy to put on and pull off.
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Hoka Kawana Women’s Running Shoes
If you’re a distance runner, you’ll want to wear shoes that feel comfortable for those grueling sessions, and that’s where the Kawana running shoes can be your best friend. They’re made from engineered recycled jacquard mesh and feature an anatomical Achilles construction for improved support and an extended crash pad for reduced impact.
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Hoka Arahi 6 Men’s Running Shoes
These lightweight shoes have a sturdy build and offer impressive support. The mesh lining is made from recycled materials, and the plush tongue makes them comfortable enough to wear for long-distance runs. They’re packed with soft foam cushioning for increased responsiveness, and the stabilizing frame prevents overpronation.
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Although these shoes have a more rugged construction than other Hoka shoes, they’re still well-equipped for running, whether short-, mid- or long-distance. They feature an abrasion-resistant textile upper for improved protection against scuffs, quick-toggle lacing for getting them on and off quickly and 360 degrees of reflectivity for maximum visibility.
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Hoka Women’s Speedgoat 5 Trail Running Shoes
Those who frequently run on outdoor trails will appreciate the sturdy build of these quality running shoes. They’re optimized for maximum traction and have a late-stage meta-rocker that provides a smooth experience on rugged terrain.
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Hoka Mach 5 Men’s Running Shoes
These shoes are slim and perfect for runners who want something lightweight and durable for mid- or long-distance runnings. The articulated heel collar provides a secure feel, and the Profly construction midsole offers increased responsiveness. Also, they’re available in nine colors.
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Hoka Rocket X 2 Men’s Running Shoes
If you don’t mind the funky ceramic color scheme of these running shoes, you’ll appreciate them for their elite performance. The Profly-X construction and zonal rubber placement provide extra traction and landing for minimized shock impact. Plus, they boast two soft, responsive foam layers sandwiched between a carbon fiber plate.
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PITTSBURGH, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I have 3 kids, and all are in car seats at the same time and my wife and I have to remove and install car seats a lot," said an inventor from Tustin, Mich., "I imagined that there must be a faster and safer way to do it, so I invented the Speedy Mom Car Seat Base."
The patent-pending invention greatly eases the task of installing and removing a child safety seat while ensuring that parents of babies and young children always secure their child in a safe manner within the vehicle. It is more practical to have a single car seat per child when the seat has to be moved between different cars and makes it quick and easy to move a child car seat between vehicles. The invention is convenient and practical as well as improves safety for children.
The original design was submitted to the Savannah sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 21-SHA-132, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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NFL will offer free CPR training during Super Bowl week
(AP) - Inspired by the lifesaving medical attention Damar Hamlin received on the field during a game last month, the NFL and American Heart Association will provide free CPR education in Arizona throughout Super Bowl week as part of the NFL Experience at the Phoenix Convention Center.
Hamlin, the 24-year-old Buffalo Bills defensive back, needed to be resuscitated after making a tackle in a game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Bills assistant athletic trainer Denny Kellington performed CPR on Hamlin on the field.
“Being able to deliver care in emergency situations is not just important at sporting events, but in all walks of life,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement.
People who visit the mobile training unit will receive hands-only CPR training from experts and receive CPR information that can be shared in their communities. Also, the American Heart Association is working with Hamlin and his #3forHeart CPR Challenge, a social media initiative that encourages people to learn CPR, donate money to support CPR research, education and training, and share the word with others.
“Coming out of the events from last month with Damar Hamlin on the field and the remarkable work that the emergency responders performed, we thought about what opportunities existed for us to share some of the learnings that came from that experience more broadly, which is part of our responsibility throughout the world of football and maybe the world of sports,” NFL executive Jeff Miller told The Associated Press.
“There’s a long history of the NFL trying to share learnings on the health and safety side from what we experienced at the NFL level, whether that be about concussions, concussion education or about emergency action plans. We take as an obligation to share what we’ve learned and highlight some of the best health and safety approaches that we can with other levels of sport,” Miller added.
Anna Isaacson, the NFL’s vice president of social responsibility, said the league approached the American Heart Association and the American Red Cross with a simple question: “What can we do here? We saw one life saved. How can we save many more?”
“The world was watching,” Isaacson told The AP. “I think that while we face challenges, we use these moments to try to make a positive impact.”
In addition to free CPR training in Arizona, the league throughout February is raising money to support CPR education and youth sports safety efforts across the country.
These include a Super Bowl 50/50 raffle open to Arizona residents and fans attending the game at State Farm Stadium. The winner of the raffle will receive half of the jackpot total from raffle ticket sales; the other half will benefit the NFL Foundation to support CPR-related initiatives, including through the American Heart Association, the Red Cross and their local affiliates.
“Only one out of three high schools has full-time access to an athletic trainer and only about another third even have part-time access to one,” Miller said. “That’s a huge gap in sports and in sports medicine that the league, over a period of time with partners like AHA and others, is going to hopefully try to rectify or address at least a little bit.”
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MONTREAL, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Paraza Pharma is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Chudi Ndubaku as Chief Scientific Officer. In his new role as part of the executive team at Paraza, Dr. Ndubaku will lead and drive the strategic growth of the R&D division of Paraza, with unitary focus to further enhance the scientific impact of Paraza research on client-partners' programs.
Dr. Ndubaku is a proven leader in the field of drug discovery with extensive experience in the industry. Prior to joining Paraza, Dr. Ndubaku held several senior scientific leadership positions at Genentech, Aduro Biotech and ORIC Pharmaceuticals.
"Chudi's experience and leadership in delivering clinical candidates for multiple drug discovery programs will be a real asset to our client-partners," said Arshad Siddiqui, Ph.D., Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Paraza. "I am delighted to welcome Chudi, who will help drive the continued growth of Paraza and further enhance the performance of our research teams".
Dr. Ndubaku completed his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, and has a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley. He has co-authored thirty (30) peer-reviewed publications and is a co-inventor on twenty-three (23) issued or pending patent applications.
"I'm thrilled to join the team at Paraza Pharma as Chief Scientific Officer. Paraza is a uniquely highly collaborative organization with exceptional scientists across various scientific disciplines. I'm excited to work closely with the team and our partners to find solutions to various challenges inherent to the drug discovery process" said Dr. Ndubaku.
About Paraza Pharma
Paraza Pharma is a Montreal, Canada based, fully integrated drug discovery organization passionately committed to contribute to the life sciences sector. As part of the growth strategy, it attracts worldwide best-in-class talent and continues to offer a unique collaborative model to help companies achieve their success milestones and accelerate their business growth.
Paraza Pharma Inc.:
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Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange — a Black Catholic nun who founded the United States’ first African American religious congregation in Baltimore in 1829 — has advanced another step toward sainthood.
Under a decree signed by Pope Francis on Thursday, Lange was recognized for her heroic virtue, and advanced in the cause of her beatification from being considered a servant of God to a “venerable servant.” The Catholic Church must now approve a miracle that is attributed to her, so she can be beatified.
Lange grew up in a wealthy family of African origin, but she left Cuba in the early 1800s for the U.S. due to racial discrimination, according to the Vatican’s saint-making office. After encountering more discrimination in the southern U.S., she moved with her family to Baltimore. Recognizing a need to provide education for Black children in the city, she started a school in 1828, decades before the Civil War and the abolition of slavery.
In 1829, she founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence — the country’s first African American religious congregation. They were trailblazers for generations of Black Catholic nuns who persevered despite being overlooked or suppressed by those who resented or disrespected them.
The Oblate Sisters continue to operate Baltimore’s Saint Frances Academy, which Lange founded. The coed school is the country’s oldest continually operating Black Catholic educational facility, with a mission prioritizing help for “the poor and the neglected.”
“She lived her virtuous existence in a hostile social and ecclesial context, in which the preeminent opinion was in favor of slavery, personally suffering the situation of marginalization and poverty in which the African American population found itself,” the Vatican’s saint-making office wrote.
Lange is among three Black nuns from the U.S. designated by Catholic officials as worthy of consideration for sainthood. The others include Henriette Delille, who founded the New Orleans-based Sisters of the Holy Family in 1842 because white sisterhoods in Louisiana refused to accept African Americans, and Sister Thea Bowman, a beloved educator, evangelist and singer active for many decades before her death in 1990.
Pope Francis’s advancement of Lange’s sainthood cause “is a monumental step forward in the long fight for Black Catholic saints in the United States and for recognition for the nation’s long embattled African American Catholic community, especially nuns,” said Shannen Dee Williams, a history professor at the University of Dayton and author of “ Subversive Habits: Black Catholic Nuns in the Long African American Freedom Struggle.”
Currently there are no recognized African American saints. Williams said Lange joins three other African American sainthood candidates who have been declared “venerable — Delille, Father Augustus Tolton and Pierre Toussaint.
Williams said only one Black woman has been declared a saint in the modern era — St. Josephine Bakhita, a formerly enslaved Sudanese nun who made “the extraordinary journey from slavery under Islamic auspices to freedom in an Italian Catholic convent in the late 19th century.”
“This is why Lange’s cause is so important and revolutionary,” Williams said via email. “There is absolutely no way to tell Lange’s story or the story of her order accurately or honestly without confronting the Catholic Church’s mostly unreconciled histories of colonialism, slavery, and segregation.”
Williams said that unlike most of their counterparts in religious life, Lange and the Oblate Sisters of Providence were not segregationists, and never barred anyone from their ranks or institutions based on color or race. Instead, Williams said, Lange’s multiethnic and multilingual order preserved the vocations of hundreds of Black Catholic women and girls denied admission into white congregations in the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean.
“Lange and her Oblate Sisters of Providence’s very existence embody the fundamental truth that Black history always has been Catholic history in the land area that became the United States.” Williams said,
Their story “upends the enduring myth that slaveholding and segregationist Catholic priests and nuns were simply people ‘of their times.’” Williams said. “Mother Lange and the Oblate Sisters of Providence were also people of those times.”
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SHENZHEN, China, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Win-Win·Huawei Innovation Week, David Wang, Executive Director of the Board and Chairman of the ICT Infrastructure Managing Board of Huawei, delivered a keynote speech titled "Innovation, Lighting up the 5.5G Era". In his speech, Wang spoke about the next evolution of 5G technology, which the company has termed, 5.5G, and the industry's innovation roadmap for the next five to ten years.
David Wang, Executive Director of the Board and Chairman of the ICT Infrastructure Managing Board of Huawei, delivering a keynote speech
"Looking ahead to 2025, the sheer diversity and magnitude of network service requirements will create huge new market potential," said Wang. "We're here to discuss these opportunities with operators and industry partners, and explore the innovations we need to help pave the way for 5.5G."
Huawei proposed 5.5G for the first time at the 11th Global Mobile Broadband Forum in 2020, and F5.5G (or fixed 5.5G) at the Global Analyst Summit this April. Since then, the industry has been simmering with new ideas and best practices.
A wealth of new requirements will raise the bar for next-generation ICT infrastructure
According to Wang, new developments in digital technology need to support a truly real-time, engaging, and more immersive experience in the digital world, and gradually make a 10 Gbps network experience available everywhere on the planet.
On the industrial front, digitalization has already entered the fast lane. AI will be fully integrated into enterprise production processes, and the size of the 5.5G IoT market will grow rapidly. Collaboration between robots and people in complex scenarios will impose greater requirements on next-generation industrial field networks.
Currently, bottlenecks in computing, such as memory walls, unbalanced utilization of data center resources, and low energy efficiency, are hindering the rise of new computing demand. To address these challenges, the industry needs to innovate at the architecture and system levels to boost computing supply.
Six features of 5.5G – New value for digital life and development
The first is a 10 Gbps user experience. 5.5G will deliver a 10 Gbps experience through MIMO technology that boasts larger bandwidth, higher spectrum efficiency, and higher-order modulation. With next-generation technologies like FTTR, Wi-Fi 7, 50G PON, and 800G, F5.5G will bring a 10 Gbps experience everywhere.
At the event, Wang proposed Net5.5G for the first time, defining the evolution of IP networks to meet the rising demand for computing power by intelligent applications. "As digitalization takes hold, intelligent applications will see large-scale commercialization and computing resources will be located across multiple clouds," said Wang. "Enterprises need to make use of computing power from multiple clouds at lower costs, with greater agility and flexibility. To this end, we need to keep innovating based on IPv6 to help the industry thrive. This is why we proposed Net5.5G."
Second, the business scope will go beyond connectivity. 5.5G will go beyond connectivity to include sensing, which will result in a wealth of new scenarios and applications. Wireless sensing and fiber sensing technologies will be used in vehicle-road collaboration and environment monitoring. Passive IoT will integrate cellular and passive tag technologies to create 100 billion potential connections. 5.5G core networks will redefine architectures and foundational technologies to enable new service scenarios, such as industry private networks, industrial field networks, and new calling.
Third, diversified computing will enable diversified applications. In the 5.5G era, computing architectures will be redefined to increase computing efficiency by 10-fold through chip engineering and full peer-to-peer interconnection architectures.
Fourth, data-centric storage will break through existing limits in storage architecture. Future storage will improve storage performance by 10-fold through data-centric hardware and software architecture and diversified data application acceleration engines.
Fifth, full-stack AI native will make L4 highly autonomous driving networks (ADNs) a reality. ADNs have become a common goal of the industry. Full-stack AI native, from network elements to networks and services, will accelerate breakthroughs in ADN technology. The results of new innovation, such as compression algorithms for hundreds of network indicators and unknown fault identification by AI foundation models, will be widely applied in the 5.5G era.
Lastly, developments in green technology and system-level innovation will increase energy efficiency. The ITU-T has adopted Network Carbon data/energy intensity (NCIe) as the unified energy efficiency metric to guide the industry's green development roadmap. Huawei has developed innovative solutions for green sites, green networks, and green operations to increase network capacity and cut energy consumption per bit. These solutions will empower operators in the 5.5G era.
"As we move towards the 5.5G era, all industry players need to work together to bring standards to maturity and cultivate a thriving industry," said Wang. He proposed three recommendations to conclude his speech.
- The industry needs to work closely together to define the vision and roadmap for 5.5G.
- The industry should define technology standards within the standards frameworks set by 3GPP, ETSI, and ITU.
- All industry players should work together to promote a thriving industry ecosystem by incubating more use cases and accelerating digital, intelligent transformation.
The Win-Win·Huawei Innovation Week is held from July 18 to July 21 in Shenzhen, China. Together with global operators, industry professionals, and opinion leaders, we dive into topics such as 5.5G, green development, and digital transformation to envision shared success in the digital economy. For more information, please visit: https://carrier.huawei.com/en/events/winwin-innovation-week.
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Body of 96-year-old woman found in freezer in Chicago
Published: Jan. 31, 2023 at 9:39 AM EST|Updated: 42 minutes ago
CHICAGO (WLS) - A 96-year-old woman was found dead in a freezer in a home in Chicago on Monday.
Police are still in the early stages of the investigation and have not released much information.
Authorities have not publicly identified the woman.
It is not clear who else may have been involved.
Police have not taken anyone into custody yet.
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VIN'S PEOPLE: Blake Hospital's burn unit honored by Daisy Foundation for outstanding care
Bravo to the Burn Intensive Care Unit team at HCA Florida Blake Hospital, recently recognized with the Daisy Team Award, an honor created by the Daisy Foundation to salute outstanding nursing teams for their skills and compassion.
Those honorees included Layne Brown, Jessica Carter, Shelly Castro, Lucia Fish, Devin Gibbs, Maria Grejda, Todd Haner, Megan Hawkins, Brett Hiskes, Tim Lambert, Sergio Lopez, Isabella Johnston, Danielle McIntyre, Steve Nierman, Ali Russell, Kelly Willis and Melissa Tunc.
They were honored for going above and beyond in caring for a man severely injured in an accident with burns to almost half his body. Far from home, he spent several weeks in the unit and the team of caregivers helped him and his family physically and emotionally.
Even after the patient was able to be transferred out of the burn ICU, the team still visited him in the hospital. They helped his wife and daughter make sure he had a special 60th birthday, grooming his beard and getting his favorite key lime pies and steak for the occasion.
• A bow to Bayshore High music teacher Alexis Pletincks, recently named an A+ Teacher by Spectrum Bay News 9.
• Salutes to Deputies Ty Simandl and Reaghn Simandl, Monica Ruiz and the Special Investigations Division undercover detective who are the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Deputies of the Month for October. They were honored for immediately rendering critical assistance at the scene of a horrendous two-vehicle crash they witnessed on I-4 while returning from Orlando. Paramedic Suzanne Yack, Reaghn’s mother who was traveling with the MCSO team, received the Sheriff’s Commendation Award.
• Uh, oh! Mike Parrott is one year shy of the Big 6-0!
• Well done to the Manatee School District’s finalists for the 2023 Excellence in Education Awards: Tiffany Barrett-Greer, second grade teacher, Braden River Elementary; Kendall Carrier, band director and music, Parrish Community High; Michelle Dowell, biomedical science, Palmetto High; and Kelly Smith-Williams, anatomy and physiology, Lakewood Ranch.
And cheers to the finalists for 2023 Support Employee of the Year: Gena Case, guidance clerk, Myakka City Elementary; Brianna Hall, clerical assistant, Lincoln Memorial Middle; Marisol Hernandez, school secretary, Braden River High; and Latisha Jones, guidance clerk, Southeast.
The finalists will be honored Feb. 9 and winners will advance to the Florida Teacher of the Year program and School Employee of the Year program.
• Say it ain’t so! Merab-Michal Favorite hit the Big 4-0!
• Carey Miller was promoted to Vice President of Operations for the Manatee Chamber of Commerce where she has spent 22 years. Last spring, Carey, an information specialist, also received the Florida Chamber Professional of the Year Award from the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals.
• And Veronica Holley is 39. Again.
• Big ups to Jocelyn Ridings, Daytona Clifton and Emmaline Van Beck, who went 1-2-3 as Miss Manatee Softball’s 13-and-Under Home Run Derby winners. And big ups to Alexi Walker, Eva Martinez and Charlie Kardos, who went 1-2-3 as 12-and-Under Home Run Derby winners.
• Ashley and Logan Wells named son Gavin’s new baby sister Sienna Jade.
• That’s 13 years of wedded bliss for Sarah and Chris Ryan.
• Manatee High hosts the Manatee County Girls Weightlifting Championships on Thursday and weightlifting coach Richard Lansky seeks help with the meet – i.e., weigh-ins, scoring, hospitality, etc. Email him at Lanskyr@manateeschools.net.
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BALI, Indonesia, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 2-3, R20 (the Religion 20), an engagement group of the G20, convened prominent global religious leaders in Bali to leverage the power of world religions to tackle pressing global challenges.
The forum's opening remarks were delivered by Dr Muhammad Abdulkarim Al Issa, Head of the world's largest Islamic NGO, the Muslim World League, and Yahya Cholil Staquf, Chairman of Nahdlatul Ulama which boasts a membership of over 40 million, in addition to Indonesian President, Joko Widodo.
Speakers at the R20 included:
- Joko Widodo, President of Indonesia
- Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Secretary-General of Muslim World League
- Yahya Cholil Staquf, General Chairman of Nahdlatul Ulama
- Cardinal Miguel Ángel Ayuso Guixot, President of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue (Vatican)
- Thomas Schirrmacher, Secretary General of the Protestant World Evangelical Alliance
- Archbishop Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba, Primate of the Church of Nigeria
- Reverend Yoshinobu Miyake, Chairman of International Shinto Studies Association
- Swami Govind Dev Giri
- Rabbi Silvina Chemen, Professor at Latin American Rabbinical Seminary
- Sheikh Abdullah Bin Bayah, Forum for Promoting Peace in Muslim Societies
- Bashar Matti Warda, Archbishop of Chaldean Catholic Church, Iraq
- Andrés Pastrana, Former Colombian President
A virtual address from His Holiness Pope Francis was also delivered.
R20 Co-Chair and Secretary General of the Muslim World League, HE Muhammad Bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa said, "I announce the launch of the 'East-West Bridge Building Initiative' here at the R20 – a new NGO designed to use religious diplomacy to build bridges between diverse groups around the world."
Yahya Cholil Staquf, General Chairman of Nahdlatul Ulama and co-Chair of the R20 said, "The R20 is an initiative with the intention of infusing geopolitical and economic power structures with moral and spiritual values so that humanity can pursue effective solutions to its many crises."
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VISALIA, Calif., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaweah Health is the first in California using a new piece of technology, the SafeGait 360º Balance and Mobility Trainer® to help people who are learning to walk again after they've been injured. The integrated health system serving Central California has also debuted a 100-foot track for its patients – the longest track in the nation.
"It is providing hope in motion and allowing us to take our therapy, specifically our stroke rehab as we are a stroke specialty center, to the next level," said Tara Norman, Kaweah Health Therapy Supervisor.
The SafeGait 360º Balance and Mobility Trainer® is a ceiling-mounted dynamic body-weight support (BWS) and fall protection system. It promotes a safe, efficient therapy session to individuals with a variety of impairments as they practice walking, improve strength, and overcome balance concerns.
The purchase, made possible through the Kaweah Health Hospital Foundation's community fundraising efforts, is in use at Kaweah Health's Rehabilitation Hospital. There, physical therapists are using the track-and-harness system to increase patient confidence and reduce fears of falling as they learn to stand or walk again after a stroke, a spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, amputation, and other neurological or neurodegenerative diagnoses. This device tracks patients' movement, so physical therapists can make quick and safe adjustments, while letting patients learn to negotiate stairs, transfers, and floor exercises.
"This system has consistent tension on the patient which is going to allow them to start to be able to regain balance themselves," Norman said.
The road to recovery can be long, but data can give patients hope, said Ruth Toews, Therapy Manager. "We have to help them understand those small changes amount to larger changes down the road," she said.
Physical therapists, too, are benefitting from this equipment, as they are less likely to be hurt catching a fall, which gives them the opportunity to expand their intervention strategies. They no longer have to be on guard for falls, the most likely time for work-related injury to occur. This also means fewer staff are needed to work with one patient, which opens opportunities for other patients. Data provided by the system is also be available to help physical therapists evaluate patient treatment plans.
Kaweah Health is a publicly-owned community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia region and Tulare County. Visit www.kaweahhealth.org.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Celsius Financial Products, including CEL Tokens, Earn Rewards high-interest accounts, and/or Celsius Loan products, between February 9, 2018, and June 13, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), against Celsius Network LLC ("Celsius"), Celsius Lending LLC, Celsius KeyFi LLC (collectively, the "Celsius Entities") and its executives Alexander Mashinsky, Shlomi "Daniel" Leon, David Barse, and Alan Jeffrey Carr (together, "Defendants"), of the important September 13, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Celsius Financial Products, including CEL Tokens, Earn Rewards high-interest accounts, and/or Celsius Loan products you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Celsius class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7586 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than September 13, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
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DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, Defendants violated provisions of the Securities Act by selling non-exempt securities without registering it. The complaint alleges that Celsius and Individual Defendants violated provisions of the Securities Act by also participating in Celsius' failure to register the Celsius Financial Products. The complaint alleges that the Defendants violated provisions of the New Jersey Common Law by possessing the monetary value of Celsius Financial Products of inflated value which rightfully belongs to the Plaintiff and members of the Class.
Also according to the lawsuit, Defendants violated provisions of the Exchange Act by carrying out a plan, scheme, and course of conduct that Celsius intended to and did deceive retail investors and thereby caused them to purchase Celsius Financial Products at artificially inflated prices; endorsed false statements they knew or recklessly should have known were material misleading, and they made untrue statements of material fact and omitted to state material facts necessary to make the statements made not misleading.
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(The Hill) – A federal judge on Wednesday rejected former President Trump’s request for a new trial after a jury found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll.
U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan, an appointee of former President Clinton, said the jury’s verdict was not seriously erroneous or a serious miscarriage of justice, rejecting Trump’s claim that the $5 million in damages he was ordered to pay was excessive and other arguments.
“There is no basis for disturbing the jury’s sexual assault damages,” Kaplan wrote in the 59-page ruling. “And Mr. Trump’s arguments with respect to the defamation damages are no stronger.”
The nine-member jury found Trump liable in May for sexually abusing Carroll, a longtime advice columnist, in the mid-1990s at a New York City department store. The jury also found him liable for later defaming Carroll in an October 2022 statement denying her story.
The former president, who has denied Carroll’s claims, is separately appealing the verdict. He also faces another lawsuit from Carroll set to go to trial in January, which accuses Trump of defaming Carroll during his presidency when the writer initially came forward with her story.
Trump, in asking for the new trial, noted that the jury found him liable for sexual abuse rather than rape, which are both forms of sexual battery but have different definitions under New York law. Carroll has long described the incident as rape, including after the verdict.
“The definition of rape in the New York Penal Law is far narrower than the meaning of ‘rape’ in common modern parlance, its definition in some dictionaries, in some federal and state criminal statutes, and elsewhere,” Kaplan ruled. “The finding that Ms. Carroll failed to prove that she was ‘raped’ within the meaning of the New York Penal Law does not mean that she failed to prove that Mr. Trump ‘raped’ her as many people commonly understand the word ‘rape.’ Indeed, as the evidence at trial recounted below makes clear, the jury found that Mr. Trump in fact did exactly that.”
Kaplan said the $2 million in damages the jury ordered for the sexual battery count “did not deviate materially from reasonable compensation so as to make it excessive.”
The Hill has reached out to a Trump attorney for comment.
Trump’s attorneys had further contended the damages he was ordered to pay for Carroll’s defamation claim was also excessive, citing an expert witness Carroll called, Professor Ashlee Humphreys, during the trial.
“The jury considered all of Professor Humphreys’s testimony, including the purported flaws Mr. Trump’s counsel attempted to draw out on cross examination and in summation, and determined that her testimony still was worthy of sufficient weight to reach the $1.7 million it awarded for the reputation repair program,” Kaplan ruled. “None of Mr. Trump’s challenges to that testimony, considered separately or collectively, supports a determination that the jury’s compensatory damages award was seriously erroneous, egregious, or against the weight of the evidence.” | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/judge-denies-trumps-request-for-new-trial-in-e-jean-carroll-case/ | 2023-07-19 15:51:39 | 1 | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/judge-denies-trumps-request-for-new-trial-in-e-jean-carroll-case/ |
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — A 36-year-old man has been charged with blowing up two Pacific Gas & Electric transformers, causing blasts that knocked out power to thousands of utility customers in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Peter Karasev's was arrested last Wednesday after investigators used surveillance camera footage and cell phone tracking to link him to the explosions in December and January, according to the San Jose Police Department.
It wasn't immediately known if he has an attorney who could speak on his behalf.
Authorities on Friday searched Karasev's home and turned up explosive materials along with an “inactive” meth lab, police said.
No injuries were reported in the blasts on Dec. 8 and Jan. 5 that damaged two PG&E transformers, KGO-TV reported.
Karasev faces multiple charges including arson, exploding a destructive device, destroying an electrical line and possessing materials with the intent to create a destructive device, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office said.
Karasev made his initial court appearance on Friday and was ordered to return April 26. He’s being held without bail. | https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/man-charged-with-blowing-up-pg-e-transformers-in-17821378.php | 2023-03-05 23:30:54 | 0 | https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/man-charged-with-blowing-up-pg-e-transformers-in-17821378.php |
FAMU law student loses loved ones in Buffalo mass shooting
The man accused in a mass shooting at a Buffalo grocery store is pleading guilty to terrorism and murder charges.
Payton Gendron pleaded guilty to killing 10 African Americans at the supermarket in May.
A local relative lost two loved ones in that massacre.
Prosecutors say the mass shooting at Top Friendly Markets on May 14 in Buffalo, New York, was a racist attack.
Nineteen-year-old Gendron, who is white, pleaded guilty to all state charges, which include one count of domestic act of terrorism motivated by hate and 10 counts of first-degree murder, among others.
The charges have a mandatory sentence of life in prison without parole.
The victims were all Black and included two relatives of Dominque Douglas, a FAMU law student.
Douglas lost her cousin Margus Morrison and her aunt Pearl Young in the attack.
The Buffalo native reacted to the gunman's guilty plea.
“Whether it's life in prison or the death penalty, 10 lives aren't coming back. You know, but I do think in my personal opinion, yeah, you need to sit in a cage for the rest of your life because you treated people like animals while acting like an animal,” Douglas said.
Sentencing is set for Feb. 15 and Douglas says she will be there to support her family.
Douglas says lawmakers should pass an anti-hate crime bill offering additional protections for African Americans as they did for Asian and LGBTQ populations.
Gendron also faces multiple federal hate crime charges, which carry the possibility of the death penalty. | https://www.wesh.com/article/buffalo-mass-shooting-victims/42091398 | 2022-11-29 05:36:16 | 0 | https://www.wesh.com/article/buffalo-mass-shooting-victims/42091398 |
(KTLA) – Burger King is bringing back a fan-favorite item and a new variation of a classic food offering to celebrate the return of spring.
The fast-food burger chain announced Tuesday that customers could purchase Melts, either classic, bacon, or spicy, once again starting on March 6. The sandwiches include two Whopper Jr. patties topped with melted American cheese; caramelized onions; and either Stacker Sauce, bacon, or jalapeños and a creamy spicy sauce, served between two slices of toasted bread.
Melts were first introduced last year, according to the fast food chain.
Burger King is also debuting a spicy twist to its Chicken Fries. Spicy Chicken Fries will be made with a “blend of spices that are sure to pack a punch,” a news release said. The latest variation of the classic menu item joins a growing list of unique interpretations that have debuted over the years.
The company announced that Spicy Chicken Fries will also be on the menu starting March 6.
Both the Spicy Chicken Fries and all three Melt options will be available until May 14.
In addition to new food items, BK Royal Perks members will be able to win prizes and access a special line-up of meals on the BK app beginning March 9. | https://www.qcnews.com/nexstar-media-wire/burger-king-brings-back-fan-favorite-item-for-limited-time/ | 2023-03-02 02:29:10 | 1 | https://www.qcnews.com/nexstar-media-wire/burger-king-brings-back-fan-favorite-item-for-limited-time/ |
NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") are investigating the proposed sale of BTRS Holdings Inc. (NasdaqGS: BTRS) to EQT X fund. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of BTRS will receive $9.50 in cash for each share of BTRS that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.
If you believe that this transaction undervalues the Company and/or if you would like to discuss your legal rights regarding the proposed sale, you may, without obligation or cost to you, e-mail or call KSF Managing Partner Lewis S. Kahn (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com) toll free at any time at 855-768-1857, or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-btrs/ to learn more.
To learn more about KSF, whose partners include the Former Louisiana Attorney General, visit www.ksfcounsel.com.
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DEERFIELD, Ill., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) Chairman & CEO Jim Umpleby is expected to participate in a fireside chat with institutional investors at Bernstein's 38th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Mr. Umpleby is scheduled to speak for 50 minutes, beginning at approximately 11 a.m. ET.
The event is expected to be webcast in real-time and available to the public at https://kvgo.com/bernstein-2022-38th-annual-sdc/caterpillar-inc-june.
Listeners should go to the investor relations website at least 30 minutes before the live event to register and to download and install any necessary audio software. The webcast will be available for replay for up to one year. A transcript is anticipated to be posted afterward on Caterpillar's investor relations website, https://investors.caterpillar.com/events-presentations/default.aspx.
About Caterpillar
With 2021 sales and revenues of $51.0 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Visit us at caterpillar.com or join the conversation on our social media channels.
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“We all feel the hurt”: Colfax High School students mourn missing teen found dead
By MARLEE GINTER
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COLFAX, California (KOVR) — Shock and heartbreak hit a Placer County community after the body of missing 16-year-old Dante de la Torre was found in a wooded area.
The update from search crews spread fast and hit hard.
“I’m just in shock right now. I’m in shock. You don’t think it’s going to happen until it happens,” said Brady Liden.
Liden grew up with de la Torre on the same street, played soccer with him and then went to high school with him. Liden describes him as happy, super nice and awesome.
“I remember he would just come over to my house, we would lift and go on a run together. It was always fun times with him,” he said.
Liden is now in disbelief to hear his childhood friend passed away.
“Just an unfortunate situation and it’s like really sad for all of us. Like we all feel the hurt,” he told CBS13.
Dozens of search and rescue team members started looking for de la Torre after he went missing near the Gold Run rest area, leaving his car in the parking lot Wednesday.
“This is a heavily wooded area. There’s varying terrain, steep terrain, rough terrain but it’s heavily wooded,” said Angela Musallam, a spokesperson for the Placer County Sheriff’s Office.
Equipped with snow boots, a hand towel, water and a shovel, investigators believe de la Torre set out to work on a school project when he went missing.
“He was doing a science project. He had to get dirt for a science project and I don’t know,” Liden said.
District Officials sent out this statement:
“Colfax High School, along with the entire Placer Union High School District, is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Dante de la Torre as reported by the Placer County Sheriff’s Office. Events and details leading to his passing are unknown at this time as the Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate.
Such tragedies, especially when they involve young people, are very difficult to process. Chaplains and additional District Counseling staff will be on the Colfax High School campus to provide support to our students and staff as they deal with this devastating news.
Please join us in keeping Dante’s family, friends and the Colfax community in your thoughts during this difficult time.”
“At school, everyone was just down and it was just an off day for everyone,” Liden said.
A junior in high school is gone too soon, leaving a community in mourning and offering his family support.
“I’m just really sorry and I’m here for you whenever you need me,” Liden said to the de la Torre family.
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Parsippany,N.J., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in Health, Nutrition and Bioscience, comments on the findings from a recently published paper in Nature Medicine which reported that those infected with COVID-19 are at increased risk of long-term neurologic disorders that persist post infection.[i] These symptoms are one part of what is now known as "long COVID," which is estimated to impact 7.5% of adults in the total US population.[ii] The neurological conditions reported include cerebrovascular disease, cognition and memory disorders, sensory disorders and mental health conditions. Risk of neurologic conditions related to long COVID were elevated even in people who were not hospitalized with acute COVID-19 infection. The recent study also demonstrated that the risk was present regardless of age, race and sex, or conditions such as obesity, smoking, diabetes and immune dysfunction, amongst other factors.
Researchers are working hard to understand the mechanisms by which COVID-19 infection leads to the neurological disorders observed in long COVID. Mechanisms of great interest include the inflammatory and oxidative stress responses present in COVID-19 infection. It is hypothesized that omega-3s – namely eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) – could help to lessen the impact of long COVID because they play an important role in modulating the inflammatory response and resolving inflammation in the body[iii],[iv] Additionally, omega-3s have been shown to have a positive impact on brain health – including brain development[v],[vi],[vii], cognitive performance[viii],[ix] and mood[x],[xi],[xii],[xiii] – thus these nutritional ingredients are of particular interest in the context of neurological outcomes.
The recent publication indicates promising opportunities to expand research on the potential role of omega-3 supplementation as part of a strategy to support long COVID symptoms. "As a global leader of nutritional lipid solutions, DSM remains at the forefront of new developments in omega-3 science," comments Dr. Sonia Hartunian-Sowa, Director of Science, Translation, & Advocacy, DSM. "We're keen to help expand knowledge surrounding the role these important ingredients play in this emerging field of research and ultimately inspire the development of purpose-led health solutions."
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CAIRO (AP) — A group of United Nations-appointed experts on Friday criticized the Egyptian government for imposing a wave of restrictions that jeopardize the “safety and full participation” of individuals and organizations wishing to attend the international climate summit in the Arab country next month.
Egypt’s poor human rights record has come under renewed international scrutiny ahead of its hosting of the global COP27 summit in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. Since taking office in 2013, President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi’s government has relentlessly silenced dissenters and clamped down on independent organizations through mass arrests, detentions and prison sentences, among other restrictions.
In a statement issued Friday, U.N. human rights experts joined dozens of international rights groups in criticizing Egypt’s “sustained crackdowns on civil society and human rights defenders."
‘‘The wave of government restrictions on participation raised fears of reprisals against activists,’’ the statement said. The group also called for future summit hosts to meet human rights criteria as part of the deal for holding the major climate event.
Among several issues, U.N. experts have condemned Cairo for a lack of transparency over the accreditation for Egyptian NGOs, an increase in hotel room rates, visa delays and restrictions over gatherings and protests.
The experts are appointed by the U.N.'s human rights council but are independent in the sense that they not receive payment from the body. Among the group who released the statement are Ian Fry, special rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of climate change, and Mary Lawlor, special rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders.
A draconian law introduced by el-Sissi’s government in 2013 effectively bans all street protests. However, Egypt’s foreign minister and president-designate of COP27, Sameh Shoukry, told The Associated Press in May that there will be designated zones in Sharm el-Sheikh where protests can take place.
The office of Egypt's foreign minister did not immediately respond Friday to a request for comment. Earlier this month the foreign ministry denied allegations that it was thwarting participation, saying in a statement that the process for accreditation to the conference was governed by U.N. rules. It added that as host, it had put forward 56 organizations from Egypt, Africa and the region to join the discussions.
Egyptian authorities have recently released dozens of high-profile detainees under presidential pardons and established a new “strategy” to upgrade human rights conditions. Earlier this year, it also announced a national dialogue, claiming that it will include voices from opposition groups.
Amnesty International has described these measures as “a shiny cover-up, ” accusing the government of using November’s summit as an attempt to whitewash their poor human rights record. The group's website is one of dozens blocked in Egypt.
Egypt is among the world’s worst jailers of journalists, along with Turkey and China, according to 2021 data produced by the U.S.-based Committee to Protect Journalists. Human Rights Watch estimated in 2019 that as many as 60,000 political prisoners are incarcerated in Egyptian prisons.
A large number of those arrested and charged with crimes related to “spreading false news” and joining an “illegal group” — a reference to the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood which governed Egypt during 2012 and 2013. These are typical charges for detainees and political activists who oppose the government.
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JLo Beauty Launches JLo Body™ with Booty-Focused Formula
LOS ANGELES, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JLo Beauty, a high-performance line of skincare rooted in seriously sexy science and founded by world-renowned entertainer Jennifer Lopez, announces its first category expansion with the highly anticipated launch of body care. Introducing JLo Body, a clinically backed line of high-performance skincare for the body that delivers visible results and limitless confidence.
"For me, it's all about feeling confident in your skin, no matter what," says Lopez, "We give all this care and attention to the skin on our face, but we sometimes neglect the body. It was important to me to create a skincare routine for the body to address its specific and unique needs. It's all the power and science behind JLo Beauty… now for body."
Firm + Flaunt Targeted Booty Balm is the first clinically tested formula to launch under the JLo Body franchise as requested by JLo Beauty's ageless consumers who were looking to upgrade their bodycare with new textures and active ingredients that deliver powerful results. Inspired by the most iconic booty, JLo Beauty Firm + Flaunt Targeted Booty Balm is proven to firm skin's appearance, help improve skin elasticity, and fade the appearance of stretch marks in targeted areas like the booty, hips and thighs with a blend of powerful active ingredients like invigorating Guarana Seed Extract and Pink Pepperslim.
To cement the brand's seriously sexy science positioning, every JLo Beauty product is clinically tested to ensure visible, transformative results. Based on a clinical study, 100% of participants demonstrated a measured increase in hydration immediately after application*; 71% of participants demonstrated a measured increase in skin texture/smoothness after 4 weeks*; and 74% of participants demonstrated a measured improvement in skin elasticity after 8 weeks.* JLo Beauty also prioritizes Confidence Claims, with 76% of users experiencing restored confidence after 8 weeks of use**.
On July 24th – Jennifer's birthday – the superstar gave new meaning to the "birthday suit" by baring it all to mark the launch of JLo Body as part of an omnichannel marketing campaign. The launch campaign includes bi-coastal billboards, print ads, e-mail, SMS, exclusive social content, LIVE moments with Jennifer, influencer campaigns, activations with exclusive retailer Sephora, and partnerships with select JLo superfans – all in an effort to celebrate the brand founder's mantra: Beauty has no expiration date.
JLo Beauty Firm + Flaunt Targeted Booty Balm ($65) is available now on www.jlobeauty.com.
*Based on a clinical study of 34 women, ranging from 27 to 63
**User perception results as part of an 8-week clinical study of 29 women
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Jennifer Lopez launched JLo Beauty in January 2021 to bring her iconic "JLo Glow" to her community. The company expanded to include Lifestyle in 2022. Rooted in "seriously sexy science," JLo Beauty & Lifestyle continues to strive to make self-care simpler with potent, high performance, bio-active products that deliver transformative results for an inner and outer glow – at any age. www.jlobeauty.com @jlobeauty
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PHOENIX (AP) — The “Howie! Howie! Howie” chants at the team’s send-off party in Philadelphia followed Eagles general manager Howie Roseman to Super Bowl opening night.
They were yelling obscenities at Roseman not too long ago.
The once-exiled executive who was cast aside for Chip Kelly for a year and returned to lead the Eagles to the franchise’s only Super Bowl title is back again after hitting rock bottom in 2020.
The Eagles (16-3) are one win away from their second Super Bowl title in five years under Roseman’s leadership. They have to beat former coach Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs (16-3) to hoist the Lombardi Trophy again.
“You guys have a job to do. Whether I agree or not, that’s the nature of the beast,” Roseman said of the intense criticism he received in Philadelphia in 2020. “It’s a moment to moment league. We had a terrible moment. In that moment, in this market, people pile on. It’s just the nature of it. I’ve been through it before. I understand it. At the end of the day, it’s my job to turn it around as quickly as possible. That’s what we’re trying to do here.”
Roseman, who began his NFL career as a non-paid summer intern in 2000 and rose to youngest general manager in the league at age 34 in 2010, lost control of personnel decisions in a power struggle with Kelly in 2015. Kelly got fired after he bombed and Roseman regained his role as GM and executive vice president a year later.
After the Eagles beat the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl after the 2017 season, All-Pro center Jason Kelce mentioned Roseman’s journey in his famous speech at the team’s victory parade.
“Howie Roseman, a few years ago, was relinquished of all control pretty much in this organization,” Kelce screamed to the crowd while wearing a costume donned by folks who strut in Philadelphia’s Mummers Parade on New Year’s Day. “He was put in the side of the building where I didn’t see him for over a year! Two years ago, when they made a decision, he came out of there a different man. He came out of there with a purpose and a drive to make this possible. And I saw a different Howie Roseman. An underdog.”
Roseman’s honeymoon in Philly didn’t last long despite the team going to the playoffs the next two seasons. He was chastised for drafting wide receiver J.J. Arcega-Whiteside ahead of DK Metcalf in the second round in 2019. It got worse when the Eagles took wideout Jalen Reagor one pick ahead of Justin Jefferson in the first round in 2020. Roseman didn’t get any credit for selecting Jalen Hurts in the second round that year because the Eagles already had Carson Wentz and most people thought they had needs bigger than a backup quarterback.
So when the Eagles went 4-11-1 in 2020, Roseman was excoriated in Philly. Doug Pederson was fired just three years after coaching the team to the Super Bowl victory. Wentz was traded and Nick Sirianni was hired. That wasn’t popular, either.
Now, Sirianni is the toast of the town, Hurts is an MVP finalist and nobody cares about Reagor/Jefferson because Roseman drafted DeVonta Smith and acquired A.J. Brown in a trade.
“I hope it doesn’t happen again in five years but if we’re playing in the Super Bowl I’ll take it,” Roseman said when reminded he’s answering the same questions now that he heard in Minnesota before the Eagles appeared in their last Super Bowl.
Ten of Philadelphia’s 11 starters on offense are players Roseman drafted. So much for those blunders.
“There’s so much I wanna say,” Roseman said with a smile. “At the end of the day, I don’t think that we’re at this moment of reflection or talking about anything we’ve done. We’re just trying to win a game quite honestly. We like that we have homegrown players. That’s the key to success. You wanna draft well, you want to re-sign your own guys. Obviously, we’ve supplemented them with some free agents on defense. But when you look at offense, you’ve always had this theory that it’s easier to grow an offense together and it’s easier to bring in defensive players that are free agents or through trades.”
Roseman made all the right moves last offseason, from a trade with the Saints to acquire more draft capital to acquiring Brown and signing edge rusher Haason Reddick and cornerback James Bradberry.
“We thought we had an opportunity to be really great,” owner Jeffrey Lurie said about signing off on Roseman’s personnel decisions.
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