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Woman demands $1,000+ of items from Target for free as ‘reparations,’ police say
BLUE ASH, Ohio (WXIX/Gray News) – Newly released bodycam video shows the arrest of a “belligerent” woman who allegedly told Target employees they should give her more than $1,000 worth of items for free because she deserved reparations.
The reported incident happened in October 2022 at a Target store in Blue Ash, Ohio.
According to court documents, 37-year-old Karen Ivery became “belligerent” and “totally unruly” when she did not have enough money to pay for the merchandise that had been scanned, totaling $1,051, a cashier told police.
The cashier flagged a supervisor, who told police Ivery asked that Target give her “reparations” while going on a spiel about how she was owed the items, an officer wrote in court documents.
The supervisor said Ivery pushed her into soda machines at the cafe counter.
“I put my hands on her shoulders, attempting to keep some space between us, but her body was physically touching mine,” the supervisor told police.
An affidavit stated that Ivery then went “haywire” and “started screaming,” according to the supervisor.
Bodycam footage shows Ivery telling officers she was trying to have a “larger conversation about how money works.”
“We all know money has not treated people equally,” she said, per the bodycam footage. Later, she added, “The system is rigged against people doing the right thing.”
Ivery later told police, “I decided to take a stand. This is my Rosa Parks moment,” as shown in the footage.
A manager also tried and failed to calm Ivery down, at which point he walked back to the security office, the supervisor told police.
He said he tried to shut and lock the door, but Ivery forced her way into the office. That’s when he punched her in fear for his safety, he told police in an affidavit.
Ivery was charged with disorderly conduct and menacing, according to authorities.
She was convicted on the disorderly conduct count and sentenced to one day in jail and fined $110.
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Meet Glynnis and Shelly Smith, two siblings who personal a profitable hair salon in Kansas Metropolis, Mo. and are helping hundreds of purchasers worldwide with their particular person hair care wants. They’re additionally the founders of a hair care product line known as Meme Natural You, a fusion of their Guyanese-American tradition, and their resilience as ladies.
Their product line combines unique substances harvested from crops and botanicals discovered of their homeland within the Amazonian rain forest of South America together with our numerous hours of discipline expertise supplying skilled hair care providers to their clientele.
As youngsters rising up in Guyana, industrial hair care merchandise had been unavailable in order that they made their very own haircare merchandise by utilizing pure substances from our environment. The sisters remark, “Our beginnings had been humble ones, and we lived modestly — each in Guyana, and after migrating to America, however we at all times had a dream of sooner or later having a enterprise of our personal. As youngsters our mother and father instilled sturdy household values, to be trustworthy, and to work exhausting. These similar values stay on the core of our lives, and our enterprise to this present day.”
One morning in November of 2013, their dream was nearly lower brief once they had been overcome by carbon monoxide whereas asleep of their household dwelling. Had it not been for a member of the family that managed to flee the home to name for assist, they might have all died. In accordance with the fireplace marshal, the carbon monoxide degree in the home was greater than 40 occasions larger than secure publicity ranges.
Shelly feedback, “My sister Glynnis and I and two different relations had been rescued by firefighters and rushed to the hospital in crucial situation. We awoke within the hospital grateful that God had spared our lives, and allowed us to triumph from tragedy.”
She continues, “In the present day, our ardour has blossomed right into a brick-and-mortar full-service hair salon with a strong consumer base. The Meme Pure You product line was created to pay homage to our heritage, to present again to our loyal clientele, and to make all pure hair care accessible for all walks of life. It’s the mixture of the place we’ve been and the place we’re going.”
The sisters have been featured in a number of main information retailers together with NPR and WHYY/PBS.
For extra particulars about their merchandise, go to their official website online at MemeNaturalYou.com.
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Three unions representing 9,000 teachers and staff are on strike at Rutgers University Monday amid a stalemate in negotiations on compensation and other issues.
It's the first strike in the school's 257-year history.
Rutgers said it has been engaged in over 100 bargaining sessions with the unions and will continue to do so until "fair, reasonable and responsible" terms are agreed to.
But members of the Rutgers AAUP-AFT union, AAUP-BHSNJ union, and the Rutgers Adjunct Faculty Union said they have had enough with over a year of the back-and-forth.
"The administration doesn’t understand that we are determined to fight together for equal pay for equal work, a living wage for all, real job security, race and gender equity, and a fair salary increase. We have no other choice than to go on strike to build a university that truly values its workers and its students," the Rutgers Adjunct Faculty Union said in a statement.
Nusrath Yusuf, a graduate student assistant at Rutgers, joined her colleagues in protest outside the Student Center. She has been living on $30,000 a year, which she says in difficult in New Jersey.
"Thirty percent of grad students are food and housing insecure. And that was before inflation kicked in," said Yusuf, adding that many go to food pantries to meet basic needs.
In a move of solidarity, many students also joined in the fight alongside Rutgers faculty and staff.
"I support teachers getting a living wage," said Jonathan Romero, a junior student who marched with the strikers. "At this point the union just had it and decided to strike."
Rutgers said its more than 67,000 students remain a priority. While the school said on its website that "many classes will continue meet," the campus appeared empty Monday. Rutgers encouraged students to continue with their coursework and to reach out to instructors regarding assignments.
Students are being directed to Canvas or other course management systems for class status and updates. Libraries, residence halls, dining halls, counseling and bus services remain open and available.
Meanwhile, Rutgers President and University Professor Jonathan Holloway expressed his frustrations in a letter to the Rutgers Community Sunday.
"To say that this is deeply disappointing would be an understatement, especially given that just two days ago, both sides agreed in good faith to the appointment of a mediator to help us reach agreements. We have all been hard at work trying to resolve issues around compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment," Holloway said.
It is not known how long the strike will last.
New Jersey courts have held that strikes by public employees are illegal.
More guidelines for Rutgers students and staff can be found here.
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COLFAX, Iowa (AP) — An Iowa man may be well on his way to an official world record — for pencils.
Aaron Bartholmey of Colfax has been collecting wooden advertising pencils since he was a child. Now, he claims to own more than 70,000. That’s substantially more than the Guinness World Record for the largest pencil collection — 24,000, held by Emilio Arenas from Uruguay since 2020.
Bartholmey told KCCI-TV that his most treasured pencils are those from his hometown, noting that in many instances the pencils “are the only place where there is any record of that business still, and I think it’s just a neat way to preserve history.”
Last weekend, two counters from the American Pencil Collectors Society were at the Colfax Historical Society to count Bartholmey’s pencils. Now, he’s waiting to hear if the count is approved by Guinness, which estimated the review process could take up to three months. | https://www.wane.com/news/weird/ap-iowa-mans-collection-of-70000-pencils-being-evaluated-as-possible-world-record/ | 2023-07-05 14:14:23 | 1 | https://www.wane.com/news/weird/ap-iowa-mans-collection-of-70000-pencils-being-evaluated-as-possible-world-record/ |
LONDON, UK — Queen Elizabeth II sat on the British throne for 70 years before her death at the age of 96. But had it not been for a historic decision by her uncle, she might never have become Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
When King George V died in 1936, the mantle passed to his eldest son, Edward VIII. Presuming that Edward would one day get married and have children, those children would precede Edward’s younger brother Prince Albert and Albert’s children in the line of succession.
But there was a problem. Edward was in love with an American woman, Wallis Warfield Simpson. That, in itself, was not a major issue except for the fact that she was twice-divorced and both her husbands were still alive.
Edward wanted to marry Simpson, but Simpson's marital status was an arrangement the Church of England would not accept. The prime minister wasn't thrilled, either, according to an account by Biography, and there was concern the British people would also be displeased.
Edward had a choice to make -- and he chose Simpson. After less than one year as king, Edward not only abdicated his right to the throne but signed away the rights for any of his offspring to wear the crown.
That allowed his younger brother to ascend to the throne. Albert took the name George VI as he became king. George's eldest child was Elizabeth. When her father died in 1952 and Elizabeth was just 27, she would begin her record-long reign as the British monarch.
The other thing that allowed Elizabeth to succeed her father is that George VI had two daughters but no sons. Prior to the Succession of the Crown Act in 2013, male offspring would go ahead of their female siblings in the order of succession regardless of who was born first.
The royal order of succession now follows Elizabeth II with her son, Charles, her grandson, William, and great-grandson, George.
The unusual abdication by Edward VIII was dramatized in the Oscar-winning drama "The King's Speech." | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/nation-world/queen-elizabeth-ii-wasnt-supposed-to-become-queen-originally/507-9d8d5785-41ac-4fbb-af02-0ee69e9c7684 | 2022-09-19 13:19:06 | 0 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/nation-world/queen-elizabeth-ii-wasnt-supposed-to-become-queen-originally/507-9d8d5785-41ac-4fbb-af02-0ee69e9c7684 |
Consumers can purchase Motif BeefWorks™ Plant-Based Burger Patties—the company's first finished format product—for a limited-time
BOSTON, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Motif FoodWorks, the Boston-based food technology company creating the next generation of delicious food, today announced the limited-time, direct-to-consumer sale of its debut finished format product. Consumers can buy the company's Motif BeefWorks™ Plant-Based Burger Patties, which will be shipped directly to their homes or location of choice.
Motif BeefWorks™ Plant-Based Burger Patties are made with the company's breakthrough ingredients HEMAMI™ and APPETEX™ - which provide rich, meaty flavor and delicious, juicy texture. Consumers will have the chance to pre-order a 4-pack of Motif BeefWorks™ Plant-Based Burger Patties for $12 USD for delivery later in the month. The mouthwatering plant-based burger patties have been a crowd favorite among both consumers and restaurant customers who have tasted the product during select events and limited-time restaurant partnerships. The company, which operates primarily as a business-to-business (B2B) organization, is excited to offer its first finished format product to a wider market to showcase the power of its ingredients directly to consumers.
"When we sample our products at tradeshows and events, the number one question we are asked is 'Where can I buy your product?'," said Mike Leonard, Motif FoodWorks' CEO. "That's why we are excited to offer people a way to try our products at home and taste the delicious experience created by Motif's ingredients."
Orders are now being accepted while supplies lasts; limited to one order per household. To purchase product and stay in touch for future product drops and company news, visit Motif's website at www.madewithmotif.com/shop.
Motif FoodWorks is creating the next generation of food. We are a food technology company developing breakthrough ingredients that unleash the promise of plant-based foods and transform the eating experience – from first bite to lasting impact. With food as our passion and innovation coded into our DNA, we are driven by the science of more. More taste. More texture. More choices for consumers. That is why our work has gone beyond the lab. We have taken it all the way to the plate with products grown from the universal experience of what great food should be: tantalizing, satiating, and nourishing. Our ecosystem of ingredients and finished products are designed for people of all habits and beliefs and with the health of our planet always in mind. Because at Motif, we believe the food of the future should set you free. For more information, visit www.madewithmotif.com.
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How to Watch the Astros vs. Pirates Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for April 12
Published: Apr. 12, 2023 at 6:16 AM CDT|Updated: 56 minutes ago
The Houston Astros and Pittsburgh Pirates will send Jose Urquidy and Rich Hill to the mound, respectively, on Wednesday at PNC Park. First pitch is at 12:35 PM ET.
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Astros vs. Pirates Live Stream, TV Channel and Game Info:
- Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2023
- Time: 12:35 PM ET
- TV Channel: SportsNet PT
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Venue: PNC Park
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Astros Batting & Pitching Performance
- The Astros rank 17th in baseball with 12 home runs. They average 1.0 per game.
- Houston ranks 23rd in MLB with a .376 slugging percentage.
- The Astros' .249 batting average ranks 14th in the majors.
- Houston is the eighth-highest scoring team in MLB action, averaging 4.9 runs per game (59 total).
- The Astros rank 11th in baseball with an on-base percentage of .333.
- The Astros strike out 9.3 times per game, the fifth-worst average in MLB.
- Houston's pitching staff ranks eighth in MLB with a collective 9.3 strikeouts per nine innings.
- Houston has the ninth-ranked team ERA across all MLB pitching staffs (4.08).
- Pitchers for the Astros combine for the 12th-ranked WHIP in the majors (1.340).
Astros Probable Starting Pitcher
- Urquidy (0-0) gets the start for the Astros, his third of the season.
- His most recent appearance was on Friday against the Minnesota Twins, when the righty threw 5 1/3 innings, surrendering one earned run while giving up seven hits.
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ROME (AP) — Roberto Maroni, a longtime leader of the right-wing Northern League party and a cabinet minister in ex-Premier Silvio Berlusconi’s three governments, has died at age 67, League leaders said Tuesday.
State-run RAI television cited a family statement saying Maroni died at 4 a.m. after a long illness.
Maroni was a longtime associate of Northern League founder Umberto Bossi and was secretary of the party as it grew from a northern secessionist movement into a key ally in successive conservative governments, dating from Berlusconi’s rise in politics in the 1990s.
The party under current leader Matteo Salvini dropped “Northern” from the name in a bid to expand its geographic appeal and downplay a past that many saw as discriminatory against Italy’s poorer south, and is now a coalition partner in Premier Giorgia Meloni's right-wing government.
A lawyer, Maroni served as interior minister in Berlusconi’s 1994-1995 government, labor minister in his second government in 2001 and interior minister again in his third and final government in 2008-2011. Highly visible with his trademark red-rimmed glasses, he was an accomplished pianist and played in a band in his hometown, Varese.
Salvini praised Maroni as a “great secretary, super minister, great governor and League member forever."
“He is someone who gave so much to the country, to Italy, to the League, to his community,” Salvini told RTL radio. | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Long-serving-Italian-politician-Roberto-Maroni-17603085.php | 2022-11-22 09:32:56 | 0 | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Long-serving-Italian-politician-Roberto-Maroni-17603085.php |
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A Wichita Falls woman with 4 previous arrests for assault is now charged with running over her boyfriend with her car.
Breanna Wesley, 29, was arrested Tuesday after police said she left the scene at Harding and Cottonwood after the victim ran and jumped a fence and had a witness call for help.
Police said she was stopped in a blue Hyundai at Harding and Bebe. An officer said he smelled marijuana in her car and a small amount of meth was found in the console. Police said she admitted arguing with her boyfriend and hitting him with her car, but said she only “tapped” him, and he must have fallen.
However, police said the victim had black tire marks on his back and shoulder blade running down to his ribs, indicating he was run over. The man told officers Wesley had run over him, and he was afraid she was going to run over him again, so he got up and climbed a fence and asked a witness for help.
Wesley’s last conviction for assault was in 2021 when authorities say she slugged her boyfriend when he tried to leave. She has a total of 13 arrests. | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/local-news/woman-jailed-for-allegedly-running-over-her-boyfriend/ | 2023-05-31 23:31:54 | 1 | https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/local-news/woman-jailed-for-allegedly-running-over-her-boyfriend/ |
Probe of deadly Black Hawk crash underway in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The nine service members who died in a crash involving two U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopters ranged in age from 23 to 36 and were from seven states, the military said in releasing the names Friday as an investigative team continued its probe of the incident.
A military news release said the service members came from Florida, Texas, Missouri, California, North Carolina, Alabama and New Jersey.
“This is a time of great sadness for the 101st Airborne Division. The loss of these Soldiers will reverberate through our formations for years to come,” said Maj. Gen. JP McGee, commanding general of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell. “Now is the time for grieving and healing. The whole division and this community stand behind the families and friends of our fallen Soldiers.”
Two HH-60 Black Hawk helicopters crashed near Fort Campbell on Wednesday night in southwest Kentucky during a medical evacuation training exercise, killing all nine soldiers aboard the two aircrafts. The crash occurred in Trigg County, Kentucky, about 30 miles (48 kilometers) northwest of the Army post that is home to the 101st Airborne Division.
A special military investigative team was on the scene Friday but weather conditions have slowed the early work, Army officials said.
The team of about eight members from Fort Rucker, Alabama, arrived at the scene around 7 p.m. Thursday night but rain and wind have slowed their efforts, said Dawn Grimes, a public information officer at Fort Campbell.
“The investigation is active but it has been hampered by weather,” Grimes said Friday.
The two Black Hawks were flying together during a training exercise at night, Army officials said. The pilots were using night-vision goggles. The accident occurred during flying and not during the course of a medical evacuation drill, said Brig. Gen. John Lubas, the 101st Airborne deputy commander.
The Black Hawk helicopters have something similar to the black boxes on passenger planes, which records the performance of aircrafts in flight and are used by investigators to analyze crashes. Officials said they are hoping that device yields some information about the cause of Wednesday’s crash.
The crash was the deadliest training incident for the Army since March 2015, when a Black Hawk helicopter crashed into the water off the Florida coast in dense fog, said Jimmie Cummings, spokesperson for the Army Combat Readiness Center at Fort Rucker. Four soldiers from the Louisiana Army National Guard and seven Marine special operations forces were killed.
Cummings said the most deadly non-combat Black Hawk crash was in 1988 and also involved Fort Campbell aircraft. The crash – which had the third highest number of fatalities for an Army aircraft training mission – killed 17 troops when two helicopters collided in mid-air. The most deadly Army aircraft training incident was a Chinook crash in Germany in 1982, that killed 46 U.S. and international forces. The second was a C-23 Sherpa fixed wing aircraft crash in Georgia in 2001 that killed 21 Army and Air Guard personnel.
Fort Campbell also had a multi-aircraft crash in 1996, when two Blackhawks clipped propellers. The crash killed five soldiers. The last deadly aviation accident at Fort Campbell occurred in 2018, when an Apache helicopter crashed during training, killing two soldiers on board.
The Black Hawk helicopter is a critical workhorse for the U.S. Army and is used in security, transport, medical evacuations, search and rescue and other missions. The helicopters are known to many people from the 2001 movie “Black Hawk Down,” which is about a 1993 battle in Somalia.
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Associated Press writer Lolita Baldor in Washington contributed to this report.
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DENVER (KDVR) — Immigration reform is a topic many are calling on the federal government to act on. In Colorado, lawmakers are looking to address one aspect of immigration reform they say is an issue here and beyond.
Vallerie Bustamante is a community organizer with the nonprofit Stand for Children. She is also the daughter of immigrants. She came to the state Capitol this week to advocate for a measure that would end intergovernmental service agreements, or IGSAs, agreements between the federal government and local agencies where local agencies provide space in area jails and prisons to detain undocumented people.
“We’re basically paying our taxes to treat people wrong,” Bustamante said.
“There are still a few municipalities that have intergovernmental agreements with ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement). Very few, but we want to make sure we limit this into the future and to make sure Colorado is a place that will respect people who are undocumented,” said bill sponsor Rep. Naquetta Ricks of Aurora.
Teller County is one of those communities that still utilizes an IGSA for detention operations. The county sheriff testified against the measure saying the bill would put detainees at risk of being separated from their families and sent to places that may deliver inadequate care.
“If an arrest is made in my community or yours, they will be transported to a detention facility outside of Colorado. Right now, they are held inside of a detention center here in Colorado so their families can be close to them but if this legislation goes through, they will immediately be sent to any other state unknown where or what bed they will receive and their families aren’t going to know about that,” said Sheriff Jason Mikesell.
Ricks, who migrated to Colorado herself as a teen, said the intent is not to stop people from the help they need.
“It does not stop anyone from helping people,” Ricks said. “Basically, we are just saying that taxpayer funds should not be used to act as the federal government to support the federal government in their criminality or detention of undocumented people.”
The measure passed the judiciary committee by a vote of 7 to 6. At least six other states have already passed similar legislation. | https://www.krqe.com/news/national/bill-restricting-government-involvement-in-immigrant-detention-advances/ | 2023-03-15 04:33:23 | 0 | https://www.krqe.com/news/national/bill-restricting-government-involvement-in-immigrant-detention-advances/ |
Children’s Advocacy Project Reports to Wyoming
In light of recent publications involving sex offenders and child abuse in Natrona County, K2Radio News felt compelled to sit down with the Children's Advocacy Project (CAP) to discuss how they work to help children tell their stories in the hopes of sex abusers being convicted.
For last week's Report to Wyoming podcast, K2Radio News sat down with Stacy Nelson, the executive director at CAP, and Rosemary Bartle, a counselor and forensic interviewer.
You can listen to the full interview HERE.
Nelson said she's been working as the director at CAP for a little over six years now. She said she's always had a huge passion for helping kids.
In Casper, CAP has been open for about 20 years. "Our community adopted that program because, back then, they recognized how difficult it is to prosecute child abuse cases, hold people accountable, and help those kids" said Nelson.
Child advocacy centers and their services have been argued by defense attorneys and prosecutors within the criminal justice system.
"Studies show it minimizes their trauma, because they've gone through and witness horrific things" said Nelson.
Bartle added, "the kids don't have to speak to people over and over and over and tell their story to different people."
Last year, according to Nelson, they conducted 354 interviews.
Some days they're booked the entire day, some days they don't conduct any interviews at all.
"Statistics say 1 in 4 and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually abused before their 18th birthday. That's huge, and anything we can do to protect one child, or one family, is worth the effort," said Bartle.
CAP is a collaborative effort between prosecutors, law enforcement from multiple jurisdictions, DFS, victims services and the hospital.
You can find more information on their website and you can contact them by calling their offices at (307) 232-0159.
According to city data, there were 270 registered sex offenders living in Casper as of November 17. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Casper is 221 to 1. The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the state average. | https://k2radio.com/childrens-advocacy-project-reports-to-wyoming/ | 2022-11-17 21:51:15 | 0 | https://k2radio.com/childrens-advocacy-project-reports-to-wyoming/ |
President Joe Biden says he hopes his proposal to forgive federal student loans will narrow the nation’s racial wealth gap. But a generation of Black and Hispanic Americans was disproportionately shut out of one of the keys to Biden’s plan: the Pell Grant program.
As part of the “war on drugs” — a consequential, anti-crime legislative agenda that Biden championed as a U.S. senator — an estimated hundreds of thousands of convicted drug offenders had their access to federal financial aid delayed or denied, including Pell Grants and student loans. If they wanted to go to college after their prison terms ended, these offenders had to take on larger, often predatory, private student loans.
Some were discouraged from seeking federal aid by a requirement to disclose their drug record on financial aid applications, while others put off attending college or dropped out entirely.
The people most harmed by these policies: Black and Latino men, thanks to drug laws in the 1990s with harsh punishments for crack cocaine and marijuana offenses. Incarceration rates for men of color skyrocketed. The policies remained in place for 25 years, until Congress repealed the Pell Grant ban in 2020.
America’s student loan debt burden, which now tops $1.6 trillion, “is especially heavy on Black and Hispanic borrowers, who on average have less family wealth to pay for it,” Biden said last week as he announced the forgiveness plan.
The administration has offered to forgive up to $10,000 in student debt for individuals earning annual incomes of less than $125,000, or less than $250,000 for families. And its offer doubles the debt relief to $20,000 for borrowers who also received Pell Grants, a federal program that gives the neediest undergraduates aid that they don’t have to repay.
Studies show that Pell Grants — one of the nation’s most effective financial aid programs — routinely help more than half of Black students and almost half of Hispanic students afford college. According to the White House, among the 43 million borrowers who are eligible for debt relief under Biden’s plan, more than 60% are Pell Grant recipients.
The White House said in a statement to The Associated Press that the student debt relief plan will wipe away about half of the average debt held by Black and Hispanic borrowers, not counting the additional $10,000 cancellation for Pell Grant recipients.
In a speech Tuesday, after the AP story published, Biden said people leaving prison need help to successfully reenter society.
“If you served your time, you shouldn’t be deprived of being able to get a Pell Grant to go to school,” Biden said in remarks at Wilkes University in Pennsylvania on his administration’s plans to prevent crime. “You should be able to get a degree — that’s the best thing you can do.”
Amid debate over whether Biden’s forgiveness plan goes far enough for disproportionately indebted communities, criminal justice reform advocates say the president’s solutions to the student debt crisis must be as comprehensive as the anti-drug laws were.
“I think there’s a particular onus on this administration and on this president to be part of the solution for issues that he was very deeply involved in,” said Melissa Moore, the director of civil systems reform at Drug Policy Alliance.
There’s a generation of former drug offenders who borrowed to pay for school, but don’t have Pell Grants or federal loans, and won’t have any of their student debt forgiven. According to a Student Borrower Protection Center report on private loan debt, Black students are four times as likely as white students to struggle in repayment of private loans.
“For people who previously would have had to check that box, there should be some mechanism by which, if you were excluded in the past, you are prioritized now for relief,” Moore said.
An AP review last year of federal and state incarceration data showed that, between 1975 and 2019, the U.S. prison population jumped from 240,593 to 1.43 million Americans, as a result of the war on drugs that President Richard Nixon declared in 1971. About 1 in 5 people were incarcerated with a drug offense listed as their most serious crime.
Nixon’s Democratic and Republican presidential successors would go on to leverage drug war policies, responding to an alarming national surge in violent crime linked to the illegal drug trade, cementing the drug war’s legacy.
Following the passage of stiffer state and federal penalties for crack cocaine and other drugs, the incarceration rates for Black and Hispanic Americans tripled between 1970 and 2000. By comparison, the white incarceration rate only doubled in that same timespan.
Biden’s Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 put in place the ban on Pell Grants and other federal financial aid for people incarcerated in federal or state prison. However, then-Sen. Biden reportedly opposed the amendment that added the ban to his bill. At the time, his spokesperson said Biden believed education programs could break the cycle of recidivism among formerly incarcerated individuals.
Ultimately, Biden worked passionately to pass the crime bill he sponsored. Academic programs in federal and state prisons, which had been robust, dwindled severely nationwide.
Later, in 1998, Congress expanded the ban to exclude any student with a state or federal drug conviction from receiving Pell Grants and federal student loans, for as little as one year or indefinitely, depending on the number of convictions. Biden voted in favor of the measure, although his opinion on the Pell Grant provision was unclear.
In just the five years after the expanded ban took effect, the measure cost more than 140,000 would-be college students between $41 million and $54 million in Pell Grants per year, and between $100 million and $164 million in federal student loans per year, according to an estimate by the federal Government Accountability Office.
However, in 2006, Congress changed the ban on grants to drug offenders. It applied only to students whose convictions happened while they were receiving federal student aid, narrowing its effect significantly, although experts say the law still forced hundreds of enrolled students to drop out of college when they lost their aid. The ban on Pell Grants for incarcerated individuals was fully repealed when Congress passed the omnibus spending and COVID-19 relief legislation in December 2020.
Drug convictions no longer affect a student’s financial aid eligibility, although the question still appears on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. In April, the U.S. Department of Education expanded its Second Chance Pell Program, which provides grants to incarcerated students to help them enroll in academic programs. A further expansion of Pell Grants to incarcerated students begins in July 2023, according to the Department of Education.
For DeAnna Hoskins, the legacy of the war on drugs nearly cost her much-need Pell Grants and student loans. She attended college after her incarceration and, by happenstance, just after Congress lifted the ban on aid to people with drug convictions.
“The ’94 crime bill was so comprehensive in the destruction that it did,” said Hoskins, the president of JustLeadershipUSA, a criminal justice reform group. She questions how Biden’s debt relief plan was crafted. “I feel like you’re piecemealing our liberation back to us.”
There are tens of thousands of people who had to get private student loans at high interest rates, because of the ban on Pell Grants, Hoskins added.
“This is why it’s so important, when decisions like this are being made, that the voices of people with lived experiences are present,” she said. “We can help you obtain the equity you’re seeking.”
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Associated Press news researcher Rhonda Shafner contributed.
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BLOOMINGTON — Felony drunk driving charges are pending against a Normal man.
Quinonez Ayers, 56, is charged with two counts of aggravated driving under the influence — one charged as having previously committed a DUI violation twice before and one charged as driving with a revoked license — and one count of driving while driver's license was revoked.
A prosecutor said Ayers was involved in a two-vehicle crash Sunday at Fort Jesse Road and Towanda Avenue, wherein another driver struck his vehicle and the defendant had the right of way.
He was jailed in lieu of posting $4,035. An arraignment was scheduled for March 3. | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/felony-dui-charges-filed-against-normal-man/article_ebe71f3e-acb5-11ed-8de6-afd1a0d476cb.html | 2023-02-15 22:12:55 | 0 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/felony-dui-charges-filed-against-normal-man/article_ebe71f3e-acb5-11ed-8de6-afd1a0d476cb.html |
ELMAU, Alemania (AP) — El presidente de Francia, Emmanuel Macron, dice que Rusia "no puede y no debe ganar" la guerra en Ucrania.
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ovation Healthcare announced one of its businesses, Elevate Supply and Expense Management, has been selected by Pratt Regional Medical Center as its hospital supply chain solution. Pratt Regional Medical Center (PRMC), a not-for-profit, community-owned, 35-bed, acute healthcare facility located in Pratt, Kansas, used an RFP process to select Elevate Supply and Expense Management (Elevate).
"We're thrilled to partner with Elevate Supply and Expense Management," said Alan Waites, Pratt Regional Medical Center CFO. "The combination of cost savings, customer service, and total value Elevate offers PRMC is unbeatable."
As HealthTrust's largest channel partner, Elevate leverages the organization's $52 billion 'one-price-for-all' purchasing power to deliver an average cost savings of 8 percent. In 2022, Elevate onboarded 80+ new sites including PRMC. Nearly all (99 percent) of clients have chosen to renew their relationship with Elevate.
"At Elevate, our team is single-mindedly focused on driving efficiencies in contract, non-payroll spend and leveraged savings opportunities for PRMC and hospitals and health systems of all sizes," said Josh Sandler, Vice President, Elevate Supply and Expense Management. "The continuing pressures on hospital operating margins makes the work we do to deliver cost savings of 8 to 12 percent more important than ever."
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The U.S. government’s highway safety agency said Thursday it will send teams to investigate two November crashes in California and Ohio involving Teslas that may have been operating on automated driving systems.
The probes bring to 35 the number of crashes investigated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration since 2016 in which either Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” or “Autopilot” systems likely were in use. Nineteen people were killed in the crashes.
The California crash occurred on Thanksgiving Day involving eight vehicles on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. The driver told authorities that the Tesla Model S was using the company’s “Full Self-Driving” software, according to Highway Patrol report obtained by CNN.
The Ohio crash happened Nov. 18 near Toledo, when a Tesla Model 3 crashed into an Ohio Highway Patrol SUV stopped on a roadway with its emergency lights flashing.
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A message was left Thursday seeking comment from Tesla on the latest NHTSA action. The company based in Austin, Texas, has disbanded its media relations department.
The agency said Thursday that it sent the team to the California crash after gathering information from law enforcement officers and Tesla.
The eight-vehicle crash happened about noon, closing two lanes and clogging traffic on the holiday. Nine people were treated for minor injuries including a child who was hospitalized, according to CNN, which got a copy of the crash report through a public records request.
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The Tesla Model S driver reportedly told the California Highway Patrol that the company’s “Full Self-Driving” system was operating when the crash occurred, and that it braked unexpectedly while traveling at 55 miles per hour. The Model S shifted into the far left lane, then braked to 20 mph, causing the pileup, CNN said the report stated.
In the crash near Toledo, an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper and another motorist were injured when a Tesla Model 3 struck the rear of the police SUV parked on a road with its emergency lights flashing.
The Toledo Blade reported that the highway patrol report didn’t address whether any automated systems were operating. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/national-international/investigation-automated-driving-system-tesla-crash-bay-bridge/3457777/ | 2022-12-22 23:05:14 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/national-international/investigation-automated-driving-system-tesla-crash-bay-bridge/3457777/ |
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- The snowfall continues to impact travel to Shaver Lake and China Peak.
Anyone with plans to head to the mountains Saturday ran into road barricades at Highway 168 and Lodge Road at the bottom of the four-lane.
"We have experienced just a heavy dump of snow all the way up - up into Huntington Lake," said Mike Salas, a California Highway Patrol spokesman. "So as you can imagine, travel is next to impossible."
CHP, Fresno County Sheriff's Office and Caltrans are working to assist anyone who needs to leave the Shaver Lake or China Peak areas.
"Westbound traffic coming out of Shaver Lake, at this point, is able to get down but they will not be able to go back up at this point," said Elizabeth Yelton, a Caltrans spokeswoman.
Caltrans workers spent most of Saturday plowing the highway.
However, the snow also created challenges for their plows.
An ABC30 Insider sent video showing a front loader pulling out a Caltrans snowplow after it got stuck on Highway 168, west of China Peak.
CHP worked with CalTrans to help more than 20 stranded cars. Orange cones were placed on unoccupied cars. However, some cars had people inside.
"Some of them were there for several hours before we were able to get them," said Salas.
The closure also impacted China Peak Mountain Resort, which was closed Saturday.
President Tim Cohee remains hopeful Highway 168 will reopen Sunday, so skiers can safely get to the resort and enjoy the fresh powder.
"We dug out today. We got our parking lots ready," said Cohee. "So we had a day to prepare for tomorrow, after one of the fastest, biggest storms we've seen in a long time."
More snow is expected to fall overnight.
According to Caltrans, unless there is a serious break in the storm, the highway won't reopen until possibly Sunday. However, that could get pushed back if road conditions still aren't safe for drivers.
"Non essential travel, if you're able to, please wait," Yelton said. "It puts a burden on the resources in the area."
When Highway 168 does reopen, officials urge drivers to be prepared with chains, drive slow and give plows enough room to work. | https://abc30.com/snowfall-highway-168-shaver-lake-china-peak/12880153/ | 2023-02-26 05:18:30 | 0 | https://abc30.com/snowfall-highway-168-shaver-lake-china-peak/12880153/ |
BOISE, Idaho — Prosecutors in Idaho on Monday said they will seek the death penalty against Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students at an off-campus home last year.
In a court record filed Monday, Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson said the state “found several aggravating factors” in the stabbing deaths, the Idaho Statesman reported.
According to Idaho state law, such factors must exist beyond a first-degree murder charge for prosecutors to seek capital punishment, according to the newspaper.
Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson found several aggravating factors in the November stabbing deaths, he wrote in a court record filed Monday. https://t.co/RMkWVjtcbJ
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According to the filing, the state “has not identified or been provided with any mitigating circumstances” to stop it from considering the death penalty.”
“Consequently, considering all evidence currently known to the State, the State is compelled to file this notice of intent to seek the death penalty,” the filing states.
Authorities arrested Bryan Kohberger on burglary and first-degree murder charges after officials found Madison Mogen, 21; Kaylee Goncalves, 21; Xana Kernodle, 20; and Ethan Chapin, 20; stabbed to death on Nov. 13, 2022. Kohberger was silent in May when he was asked to enter his plea to the charges, and a judge entered not guilty pleas on his behalf.
On Thursday, Kohberger’s lawyer, Jay Weston Logsdon, said in a court filing that “There is no connection between Mr. Kohberger and the victims.”
“There is no explanation for the total lack of DNA evidence from the victims in Mr. Kohberger’s apartment, office, home, or vehicle,” Logsdon said.
The prosecution had 60 days from the date Kohberger entered a plea to submit the filing, known as a notice of intent, to seek capital punishment, the Statesman reported. The prosecution also determined the murders were “especially heinous, atrocious, or cruel, manifesting exceptional depravity,” quoting from Idaho law.
Authorities arrested Kohberger late last year in Pennsylvania. Kohberger was a Ph.D. student studying criminology at Washington State University in Pullman, Washington, about 10 miles from the scene of the killings. Police said cellphone records showed that Kohberger had visited the area at least a dozen times between June 2022 and November 2022.
Goncalves’ family told the Statesman in an email through their attorney that they were thankful for the prosecutor’s decision.
“The Goncalves family is grateful that the prosecutor’s office is pursuing the death penalty,” attorney Shanon Gray wrote on behalf of the family. “There is no one more deserving than the defendant in this case. We continue to pray for all the victims’ families and appreciate all the support we have received.”
A motive for the killings remained unclear Monday. | https://www.wftv.com/news/trending/bryan-kohberger-prosecutors-will-seek-death-penalty-against-idaho-murder-suspect/OW6MK47SCZF6HBQ2BD75ARUCTI/ | 2023-06-26 22:58:21 | 1 | https://www.wftv.com/news/trending/bryan-kohberger-prosecutors-will-seek-death-penalty-against-idaho-murder-suspect/OW6MK47SCZF6HBQ2BD75ARUCTI/ |
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Department of Commerce today announced the preliminary determination of a combined anti-subsidy and anti-dumping duty rate of 8.24% in the fourth annual review of unfairly traded Canadian softwood lumber imports into the United States. The review covers lumber imported in calendar year 2021.
"Continued enforcement of U.S. trade laws against unfairly traded Canadian lumber will maximize long-term domestic production and lumber availability produced by U.S. workers to build U.S. homes," said Andrew Miller, Chairman of the U.S. Lumber Coalition and CEO of Stimson Lumber.
"A level playing field against subsidized and dumped imports is particularly important during times of down markets when U.S. mills can least afford to lose sales to Canada's harmful unfair trade practices that endanger U.S. jobs and communities who depend on a vibrant U.S. forestry industry," added Miller.
The U.S. lumber industry established its right to the imposition of antidumping and countervailing duties in the face of unfair competition from Canada in 2017, and the industry continues to vigorously defend the existence and enforcement of those duties in all appropriate fora.
The U.S. industry remains open to a new U.S.–Canada softwood lumber trade agreement if and when Canada can demonstrate that it is serious about negotiations. Until then, the U.S. Lumber Coalition fully supports the continued strong enforcement of the U.S. trade laws to address Canada's unfair softwood lumber trade practices.
About the U.S. Lumber Coalition
The U.S. Lumber Coalition is an alliance of large and small softwood lumber producers from around the country, joined by their employees, and woodland owners, working to address Canada's unfair lumber trade practices. Our goal is to serve as the voice of the American lumber community, and effectively address Canada's unfair softwood lumber trade practices, including its gross underpricing of timber. For more information, please visit the Coalition's website at www.uslumbercoalition.org.
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A 7-year-old Kodiak boy whose body was found after being missing a week died from hypothermia, Alaska State Troopers said Wednesday.
Two people recreating in the Pillar Mountain area found the body of Sawyer Cipolla on Sunday.
“No signs or indications of foul play or suspicious circumstances were found," troopers said in a statement.
Troopers said preliminary information from the State Medical Examiner corroborates the agency's determination. Troopers have closed their investigation.
The boy went missing May 7, prompting law enforcement, military, first responders and about 2,500 volunteers to search an area covering more than 15 square miles (39 square kilometers). | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Alaska-State-Troopers-Kodiak-boy-died-of-17182899.php | 2022-05-19 01:00:52 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/article/Alaska-State-Troopers-Kodiak-boy-died-of-17182899.php |
The Miami Heat are now a perfect 6-0 at home in the NBA playoffs, manhandling the Philadelphia 76ers 120-85. Miami is now one win away from a return to the Eastern Conference Finals, in what would be their sixth appearance in the last twelve seasons.
Heat Check
Jimmy Butler continued his playoff brilliance, netting 23 points and shooting 60% from the field. Max Strus contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds, and Victor Oladipo scored 13. Bam Adebayo put up 12 points, while Tyler Herro and P.J. Tucker each brought in 10.
Head coach Erik Spoelstra praised Butler’s efforts, calling him a great competitor and emphasizing the team’s confidence whenever the ball is in his hands.
Philadelphia’s Struggles
The Sixers did not get much out of their three-headed monster of Joel Embiid, James Harden, and Tobias Harris. Embiid scored 17 points, while Harden and Harris brought in 14 and 12, respectively.
Embiid, an MVP candidate, has been hobbled by injuries this entire postseason. He has been sporting a mask after suffering a facial fracture and concussion, in addition to playing through a torn thumb ligament.
An already hampered Embiid went through not one, but two injury scares in Game 5. He grabbed his back after diving into the baseline seats attempting to save a loose ball in the first quarter.
After remaining in the game, Embiid suffered a blow to the face in the second quarter when Heat center Dewayne Dedmon, trying for a rebound, pushed the ball into Embiid’s mask. Embiid was on the floor for several minutes being tended to by team doctors.
In total, Philadelphia shot just 36.5% from the field and 28.1% from three point land.
Game Six Anticipation
As the series returns to Philadelphia, Spoelstra says Game Six will be a tough challenge for his top-seeded Heat team. However, he acknowledges that his players are more than up for it.
Having home court is nice, but if Embiid and the 76ers want to extend this series to seven games they need to improve their scoring and overall gameplay efficiency. Tipoff is Thursday at 7:00 P.M. on ESPN. | https://www.wruf.com/headlines/2022/05/11/miami-heat-remain-perfect-at-home-take-3-2-series-lead-over-76ers/ | 2022-05-12 09:37:36 | 1 | https://www.wruf.com/headlines/2022/05/11/miami-heat-remain-perfect-at-home-take-3-2-series-lead-over-76ers/ |
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — By this time four years ago, at least a dozen Democratic presidential hopefuls eager to make their case against Donald Trump had either visited Iowa or announced plans to soon visit the leadoff voting state ahead of the 2020 election.
Iowa’s campaign landscape is markedly different this year, with a Republican field seemingly frozen by Trump’s early announcement of a 2024 campaign. So far, only former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson has visited this year, and U.S. Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina is making plans to stop by in the next few weeks.
Even Trump, the only declared candidate in the 2024 race right now, has been absent from Iowa, choosing instead to kickstart his campaign last weekend in New Hampshire and South Carolina, two other early voting states.
With Iowa’s first-in-the-nation GOP caucuses just a year off, the field of would-be White House candidates has largely been content to steer clear of bone-chilling Iowa — and, perhaps more importantly, avoid being the first candidate to announce a bid against the former president.
“No one wants to be on a limb by themselves against Trump,” said Alan Ostergren, a Republican lawyer in Des Moines who is involved in GOP politics. “They’ll all break at some point. But no one wants to go first.”
For now, the quiet in Iowa gives other contenders weighing campaigns — among them former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, former Vice President Mike Pence and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, all of whom campaigned in Iowa last year for GOP candidates — time to talk to potential donors, promote their new books and summon the mettle to take on Trump.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a leading GOP presidential prospect coming off a blowout reelection victory, is not expected to make any 2024 moves until the spring, after the Florida Legislature adjourns and he completes a national book tour.
As a warning to other potential competitors, Trump and his team have been lashing out at would-be rivals. The former president has dubbed DeSantis “Ron DeSanctimonious” and said that a DeSantis challenge for the 2024 GOP nomination would be “a great act of disloyalty.”
Trump’s universal name recognition gives him space to stay away from Iowa for now, GOP operatives say, as his team charts a strategy that’s expected to be more organized than his freewheeling 2016 campaign, which resulted in a second-place finish in the state’s caucuses.
Although he remains deeply popular within a core of the Republican Party, Trump is facing a number of investigations that could complicate his third bid for the White House. Among them are a criminal investigation over top-secret documents found at his Florida estate, a probe in Washington into his efforts to undo the results of the 2020 presidential election, an investigation in Georgia into his efforts to remain in the presidency after losing reelection, and more probes in New York.
“He’s not looked at as someone who should automatically get the nomination. He’s no longer in office, and two years have gone by,” said Steve Scheffler, Iowa’s Republican National committeeman, who has pledged to remain publicly neutral. “Even though the base loves him and his policies, he may have to do more of what others have to do. I definitely think he’s more vulnerable.”
So far, Trump is the lone 2024 Republican with a paid presence in Iowa. Alex Latcham, the former regional political director for the Iowa Republican Party, now works for Trump’s national team but still lives in Iowa. He is helping recruit an Iowa campaign director for Trump.
Unlike four years ago, around the time then-California Sen. Kamala Harris, Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and then-South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, among others, were visiting Iowa, Democrats this year are standing to the side with the expectation that President Joe Biden will seek a second term. In any case, the Democratic National Committee is expected to strip Iowa of its leadoff voting status for the 2024 presidential nominating calendar, though Republicans plan to keep Iowa as its first-voting state.
Despite the relative quiet in Iowa so far this year, potential Republican candidates are still finding ways to make inroads with GOP activists in the state without setting foot there.
At the GOP legislative breakfast on Jan. 9, legislators and party officials flipped through a printed program that included full-page ads from Trump, Pompeo and Scott.
That’s in addition to the tens of thousands of dollars that they and others, including Haley and Pence, contributed to Iowa Republican candidates from their political fundraising organizations for their 2022 midterm election campaigns.
Without setting foot in Iowa, DeSantis, too, worked to sow goodwill last year with Republican Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds by inviting her to meet in Florida.
Several would-be presidential candidates are expected to attend an annual spring fundraiser for the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition, a Christian conservative group, on April 22.
Hutchinson, the only 2024 GOP candidate to visit Iowa this year, made a low-profile visit to Iowa early this month, holding private meetings and speaking to a GOP state legislative breakfast. Scott is scheduled to speak at the Polk County GOP annual fundraising dinner on Feb. 22.
Gloria Mazza, chair of the Polk County Republican Party, said it’s only a matter of time before the behind-the-scenes maneuvering by potential GOP Trump rivals spills out into the open.
“It’s going to pop, but it’s hard to tell when. It’s like a game of chess,” Mazza said. “Who is going to make the first move on him?” | https://cbs4indy.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-in-iowa-potential-2024-gop-trump-challengers-quiet-for-now/ | 2023-01-31 19:19:11 | 1 | https://cbs4indy.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-in-iowa-potential-2024-gop-trump-challengers-quiet-for-now/ |
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California air regulators voted unanimously Thursday to approve an ambitious plan to drastically cut reliance on fossil fuels by changing practices in the energy, transportation and agriculture sectors, but critics say it doesn’t go far enough to combat climate change.
The plan sets out to achieve so-called carbon neutrality by 2045, meaning the state will remove as many carbon emissions from the atmosphere as it emits. It aims to do so in part by reducing fossil fuel demand by 86% within that time frame.
California had previously set this carbon neutrality target, but Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation making it a mandate earlier this year. The Democrat has said drastic changes are needed to position California as a global climate leader.
“We are making history here in California,” Newsom said in a statement Thursday.
But the plan’s road to approval by the California Air Resources Board was not without criticism. Capturing large amounts of carbon and storing it underground is one of the most controversial elements of the proposal. Critics say it gives the state’s biggest emitters reason to not do enough on their part to mitigate climate change.
In a meeting that lasted several hours, activists, residents and experts used their last chance to weigh in on the plan ahead of the board’s vote. Many said the latest version, while not perfect, was an improvement from earlier drafts, committing the state to do more to curb planet-warming emissions.
Davina Hurt, a board member, said she was proud California is moving closer to its carbon neutrality goal.
“I’m glad that this plan is bold and aggressive,” Hurt said.
The plan does not commit the state to taking any particular actions but sets out a broad roadmap for how California can achieve its goals. Here are the highlights:
RENEWABLE POWER
The implementation of the plan hinges on the state’s ability to transition away from fossil fuels and rely more on renewable resources for energy. It calls for the state to cut liquid petroleum fuel demand by 94% by 2045, and quadruple solar and wind capacity along that same timeframe.
Another goal would mean new residential and commercial buildings will be powered by electric appliances before the next decade.
The calls for dramatically lowering reliance on oil and gas come as public officials continue to grapple with how to avoid blackouts when record-breaking heat waves push Californians to crank up their air conditioning.
And the Western States Petroleum Association took issue with the plan’s timeline.
“CARB’s latest draft of the Scoping Plan has acknowledged what dozens of studies have confirmed — that a complete phase-out of oil and gas is unrealistic,” said Catherine Reheis-Boyd, the group’s president, in a statement. “A plan that isn’t realistic isn’t really a plan at all.”
At the beginning of Thursday’s meeting, California Air Resources Board Chair Liane Randolph touted the latest version of the plan as the most ambitious to date. It underwent changes after public comments earlier this year.
“Ultimately, achieving carbon neutrality requires deploying all tools available to us to reduce emissions and store carbon,” Randolph said.
TRANSPORTATION
Officials hope a move away from gas-powered cars and trucks reduces greenhouse gas emissions while limiting the public health impact of chemicals these vehicles release.
In a July letter to the air board, Newsom requested that the agency approve aggressive cuts to emissions from planes. This would accompany other reductions in the transportation sector as the state transitions to all zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035.
The plan’s targets include having 20% of aviation fuel demand come from electric or hydrogen sources by 2045 and ensuring all medium-duty vehicles sold are zero-emission by 2040. The board has already passed a policy to ban the sale of new cars powered solely by gasoline in the state starting in 2035.
CARBON CAPTURE
The plan refers to carbon capture as a “necessary tool” to implement in the state alongside other strategies to mitigate climate change. It calls for the state to capture 100 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent and store it underground by 2045.
Connie Cho, an attorney for environmental justice group Communities for a Better Environment, called the plan “a huge step forward” to mitigate climate change and protect public health.
“Our communities have been suffering from chronic disease and dying at disproportionate rates for far too long because of the legacy of environmental racism in this country,” Cho said.
But Cho criticized its carbon capture targets, arguing they give a pathway for refineries to continue polluting as the state cuts emissions in other areas.
AGRICULTURE
One of the goals is to achieve a 66% reduction in methane emissions from the agriculture sector by 2045. Cattle are a significant source for releasing methane — a potent, planet-warming gas.
The plan’s implementation would also mean less reliance by the agriculture sector on fossil fuels as an energy source.
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This story has been updated to correct the plan’s target for aviation fuel demand from electric or hydrogen sources. It is 20%, not 10%.
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SAN LORENZO, Calif. (KRON) — As Reading Rainbow would say, “Take a look, it’s in a book!” The Alameda County Board of Supervisors took the message a step further on Tuesday by encouraging everyone to read not just any book, but a banned book.
Supervisors voted to proclaim September 18-24 “Banned Books Week,” celebrating the freedom to read and access information.
“Every individual should have the right to make decisions about what they and their families read. Those decisions shouldn’t be made for them and imposed by others. Information is power,” said board of supervisors president Keith Carson.
The proclamation comes amid an unprecedented surge of book challenges in libraries and schools across the nation. According to the American Library Association, there were 1,597 books challenged in 2021 — the highest level of book ban attempts in more than two decades. Books about the experiences of LGBTQ+ and Black people were among the most frequently targeted.
Alameda County’s libraries provide carefully curated collections to “meet the interests and needs of everyone in the community,” county supervisors wrote.
Along with challenges to books, libraries have encountered opposition to children’s reading program. During Pride Month this past June, an incident occurred at the San Lorenzo Library during “Drag Queen Story Hour.” Preschool-aged children were listening to story hour when it was disrupted by members of Proud Boys, a far-right group.
Five Proud Boys members entered the Library and shouted homophobic and transphobic slurs at the event’s performer, Bay Area drag queen Panda Dulce, according to the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office.
Dulce said on Instagram that the group shouted “tranny” and “pedophile.” The disruption “totally freaked out all of the kids,” Dulce said.
Alameda County librarian Cindy Chadwick said, “The horrible irony of it was they said over and over, ‘We’re here to protect the kids.’ And it was the kids they were terrifying. The kids were afraid of them, and the kids were there with their parents who had brought them to this event.”
Anti-LGBTQ+ campaigns also emerged over the summer urging parents to check out all books from Pride Month displays in order to prevent children from reading the books. Pamphlets denouncing LGBTQ identity were also found tucked inside books at libraries around Alameda County.
“The removal of books from libraries and schools … dictates which voices are heard and which voices are silenced. When people do not see themselves reflected in books, it sends a message that they do not matter or have a place in our society — that they are not valued,” Chadwick said.
The American Library Association said the vast majority of book challenges it receives are made by small, but very vocal, groups.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors and Alameda County Library encourages everyone to read one of the Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2021. These books can be found in the library’s online catalog, or by visiting your local library.
ALA’s Top 10 Most Challenged Books:
- Gender Queer, by Maia Kobabe
- Lawn Boy, by Jonathan Evison
- All Boys Aren’t Blue, by George M. Johnson
- Out of Darkness, by Ashley Hope Perez
- The Hate U Give, by Angie Thomas
- The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, by Sherman Alexie
- Me and Earl and the Dying Girl, by Jesse Andrews
- The Bluest Eye, by Toni Morrison
- This Book is Gay, by Juno Dawson
- Beyond Magenta, by Susan Kuklin | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/read-a-banned-book-alameda-county-supervisors-proclaim/ | 2022-09-21 02:30:42 | 1 | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/read-a-banned-book-alameda-county-supervisors-proclaim/ |
As autumn in southwest Idaho rolls around, it’s fun to start thinking about all the fall birding activities in the area. I’ll start by blowing my own horn. After taking a break in August, I’ll be resuming my bird talks at the Foothills Learning Center (FLC). These take place at 9 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
After about a one-hour presentation, with many opportunities for questions and contributions from the audience, we all go birding around the FLC. Binoculars are available to borrow, and you can stay as little or as long as you like. The same is true for my presentation. If you don’t like it, you can leave at any time!
My September talk happened last week. Sorry I didn’t provide more notice! Future talks are: Oct. 5, Common Winter Feeder Birds in Idaho; Nov. 2, Population Monitoring — The Christmas Bird Count; and Dec. 7, Winter Birds That Don’t Visit Feeders. Spring titles will be on the FLC website (bee.cityofboise.org) near the end of this calendar year.
The FLC is located along upper Eighth street, after the blacktop turns to dirt. Our bird walks are super easy. I always emphasize you don’t necessarily need to go somewhere to bird. Let the birds comes to you. Beginners and experts are both welcome. It’s a great opportunity to learn from each other. Attendance is free, but FLC does ask you to register to attend.
The Golden Eagle Audubon Society offers a variety of bird walks and bird presentations throughout the year. Check out “Explore” and then “Events” at their website (goldeneagleaudubon.org) for a list. You’ll quickly see Audubon goes beyond birds to offer content on plants, insects, pollinators, and other aspects of our natural world. Field trips range from short outings at local parks to half-day and day-long trips.
I’ll again take advantage of my place here to point out my talk on Nov. 15 about my recent birding trip to northeastern India. I always spend some time on people, food, roads, and other aspects of the country I visit, as well as the birds and the birding. I previewed that talk a bit in my column of June 16, 2022, “Birds with Curry.” Many other presentations are given throughout the year. We all learn a lot from these.
There is no doubt the most amazing autumn events are the Fall Flights at the World Center for Birds of Prey. If you’ve already been to one of these, you probably already have tickets for this fall. If you haven’t been before, get your tickets now. They sell out pretty quickly.
In Fall Flights, we sit outside at the World Center while expert falconers fly five or six species of raptors over our heads. They are literally right over our heads. I’ve felt the wind from the wings of hawks and falcons on many occasions. Not only do you get super close-up looks at beautiful birds of prey, but you also learn amazing fun facts about each species.
The World Center experts fly different species, depending on the year and what species are available. But I sure hope to see Oliver, the Verreaux’s Eagle-Owl again this fall. This is the largest African owl and always amazing to see! We also typically see a Harris’ hawk, Swainson’s hawk, lanner falcon, and Aplomado falcon.
The date range for Fall Flights is Sept. 23 through Oct. 30, on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. You must purchase tickets online ahead of time – no tickets will be available at “the door.” Visit peregrinefund.org to get your reservations.
And don’t forget The World Center for Birds of Prey has all of its usual birds, displays, and presentations available year-round. With a recent expansion of facilities under way, their capacity in bird education just gets bigger.
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More extraordinary opportunities are offered by the Intermountain Bird Observatory (IBO; boisestate.edu). One thing I plan to do this fall, that I haven’t done for years, is visit the Lucky Peak Station to observe the capture and banding of raptors migrating out of the mountains north of us. IBO also nets and bands songbirds earlier in the day and begins capturing owls after dark. Check out their website for important details on how to get there and what to take with you.
IBO is also banding hummingbirds near Idaho City. Although that station is not open to the public this year, do make a note to check in next year. A third IBO songbird banding station is located at the Diane Moore Nature Center on the Boise River a bit upstream from Boise itself. Be sure to check their website for the latest on dates of public availability and registration.
Another great local organization with field trips and presentations is the Southwestern Idaho Birders Association (SIBA; facebook.com). SIBA operates a bit southwest of Boise and includes Malheur County, just over the border into Oregon. This gives birders opportunities to see and learn about a lot of species that are more common in that region than in the Boise area.
The Morrison Knudsen Nature Center in Boise offers a variety of wildlife and nature-oriented programs, including some focused on birds. Check their website for details on upcoming events and presentations (idfg.idaho.gov).
Many readers have attended classes offered by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Boise State University (boisestate.edu). Among the seemingly limitless variety in their classes are some focused on birds. You can “Browse Curriculum” at their website to look for bird-oriented classes. I’ll be giving a class on Idaho raptors in the spring.
If you are like me, sometimes you just want to go birding alone. Sometimes I don’t want to sit in a room or even visit with other birders. And, if you need an excuse for ditching your birding friends, you can point out that research shows clearly that lone birders see more than groups of 2. Groups of 2 see more than groups of 3, and so on. And I know for sure I get better photo opportunities when I go alone.
So, if you get that urge, check out the Idaho Birding Trail (idfg.idaho.gov). Quoting from the website, “Originally launched in 2005, this auto-driven way to wander deep into Idaho’s rural communities and along backcountry roads, was created as a tourism initiative to promote outdoor recreational opportunities, provide education and an increased awareness of the state’s important wildlife resources, and create a diversified economic income for rural communities.” I love driving slowly through the boondocks and stopping wherever I get the urge to see what birds are right there.
The Southwest Region has a map with 94 locations, spread from McCall to Twin Falls. Each site has a description about how to get there, what birds are most interesting in that location, and other interesting details about the location. And, of course, you can visit these sites with friends, if you must.
And don’t forget that if you are out of town, you can drop in on birding activities in other towns. For example, check out the Prairie Falcon Audubon Society if you are in Twin Falls (prairiefalconaudubon.com), the Portneuf Valley Audubon Society when in the Pocatello area (pvas.us), or the Palouse Audubon Society if you are in Moscow (palouseaudubon.org), to name a few.
The same goes if you bail on our mild Treasure Valley winters for even more southerly destinations. There are birder groups everywhere, and there’s no quicker way to learn new birds than to go out with the locals. We recently traveled to Albuquerque to watch the Boise State Broncos on the road. I found birding locations and the best food from birding friends in the area.
Fall is a wonderful time for birding. We have young birds in immature plumage to puzzle out, most species are moving around, several species have already left for the winter, and before long birds from the mountains will start moving downslope. | https://www.idahopress.com/community/just-for-the-birds-fall-birding-activities-abound/article_2b1fab68-344c-11ed-9515-6792a518f5bf.html | 2022-09-15 08:19:02 | 1 | https://www.idahopress.com/community/just-for-the-birds-fall-birding-activities-abound/article_2b1fab68-344c-11ed-9515-6792a518f5bf.html |
Chicago Marist wasted no time, pushing in front and finishing in the same fashion during this 42-28 victory over Naperville North in Illinois high school football on October 28.
Chicago Marist darted in front of Naperville North 14-0 to begin the second quarter.
The Red Hawks registered a 21-7 advantage at halftime over the Huskies.
Chicago Marist and Naperville North each scored in the third quarter.
Both teams scored evenly in the final quarter to make it 42-28.
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana lawmakers returned to the Statehouse on Tuesday, fresh off Republican election victories that maintained the party's dominance of the Legislature and facing a possible list of expensive proposals from GOP Gov. Eric Holcomb.
Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray and House Speaker Todd Huston were reelected to lead those chambers, and newly elected legislators were sworn into office as lawmakers met for their mostly ceremonial organization day session.
The four-month-long 2023 session that begins in early January will focus on drafting a new state budget, with Democrats calling for a pause on debating contentious social issues after Republican lawmakers pushed through the state’s abortion ban over the summer.
State tax collections have continued coming in higher than expected when legislators adopted the current two-year, $37 billion budget in 2021, and legislators will see plenty of requests for additional state spending.
Besides the constant push for increased K-12 school funding, a Holcomb-appointed commission has recommended a $240 million annual boost to lift funding for county public health departments to the national average. Administration officials have also discussed the higher costs from national inflation on state construction projects and the need to increase pay in order to retain state employees.
Bray said increasing public health funding is “worthwhile,” but that local health departments might not be immediately ready to effectively use the additional money.
“The thing that we have to make sure of is that we can get that money distributed out to the local health departments and then they can do a lot of good with it,” Bray said. “That’s a big change right off the bat. So, we’ll have a conversation about whether we can do all of that at once.”
Both Huston and Bray, however, said Republican lawmakers were supportive of the state budget, including another $500 million round of regional development grants that state officials gave out last year.
Republicans go into the 2023 legislative session commanding the House by a 70-30 margin and the Senate 40-10 — continuing full supermajority control they’ve had since the 2012 elections that allow GOP lawmakers to pass bills into law even if no Democrats are present.
Republicans used that control over the summer to make Indiana the first state to pass an abortion ban since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. The state Supreme Court has allowed abortions to continue in Indiana as it considers a lawsuit from abortion clinic operators who argue that the ban violates the state constitution.
House Democratic leader Phil GiaQuinta, of Fort Wayne, said the Republican-led push on issues such as abortion and banning transgender females from competing in girls school sports put Indiana in a bad light nationally and that such debates should be put aside next year.
“We need to give the social issues a rest,” GiaQuinta said.
Huston and Bray wouldn’t give such assurances Tuesday, although both said they didn’t expect more action on restricting abortion.
“I think we probably will stand pat,” Huston said.
The state Supreme Court justices are scheduled to hear oral arguments in January on the abortion ban lawsuit, which Bray cited as a reason for not taking up the issue again in the coming session.
“It wouldn’t be wise at all for us to take a crack at any changes right now until we know what that ruling is going to be,” Bray said. | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Indiana-lawmakers-return-ahead-of-new-state-17604897.php | 2022-11-22 23:40:23 | 0 | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Indiana-lawmakers-return-ahead-of-new-state-17604897.php |
2 hospitalized after wheelchair battery catches fire
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (WDIV) - Firefighters in Michigan rescued two older adults from an apartment fire caused by an electronic wheelchair battery that went up in flames.
Fire Chief Mike Kennedy says the Monday incident at University Living, an assisted living community in Ann Arbor near the University of Michigan, could have easily been much worse. Two older adults suffering from smoke inhalation were rescued from the apartment and taken to the hospital.
“Very, very lucky. This easily could have been a double fatal fire because they were both very, very close to where this was at,” he said.
Firefighters say an electronic wheelchair’s lithium-ion battery was charging when it caught fire.
“So, basically, all lithium-ion batteries, it’s these individual cells, and this had what’s called the thermal runaway. And when these take off, it has explosive gas… And basically, this created a jet of flame that set the chair on fire and also set the apartment on fire,” Kennedy said.
The apartment sustained about $200,000 in damage. Several residents were also displaced because of water damage.
Kennedy says it’s possible the battery could catch fire again, even days after it went up in flames the first time. The fire department has to store these types of batteries carefully in protective polymer and inside a $300 bucket.
The lithium-ion battery issue isn’t new, and it’s not going away. Kennedy says the fire department is trying to warn people.
“It’s all across the country. New York has had several fatal fires because of it, but a lot for them has been e-scooters and e-bikes. This is one of the first ones I’ve heard of an electronic wheelchair,” Kennedy said.
He recommends that while charging a lithium-ion battery, at least one person is awake, and the device isn’t in an exit path.
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BANGKOK (AP) — A Thai business tycoon and transgender activist has purchased the Miss Universe Organization for $20 million, her company announced Wednesday.
Chakrapong “Anne” Chakrajutathib, who controls JKN Global Group Public Co. Ltd., is a celebrity in Thailand who has starred in reality shows and is outspoken about being a transgender woman. She helped establish a nonprofit group, Life Inspired For Transsexual Foundation, to promote trans rights.
JKN said it acquired the rights to the Miss Universe pageant from IMG Worldwide LLC, a sports, talent and events marketing company which has held the Miss Universe Organization since 2015. Former U.S. President Donald Trump was part owner of the pageant rights from 1996 until IMG’s purchase.
JKN said it has established a subsidiary in the United States, JKN Metaverse Inc., to own the Miss Universe Organization. The Miss Universe pageant is broadcast in 165 countries, according to IMG.
In a statement, Chakrapong described the purchase as “a strong, strategic addition to our portfolio.” JKN, which is involved in content distribution, beverages, food supplements, beauty and consumer products, said the Miss Universe name will be used to promote its consumer products.
A profile of Chakrapong in the Bangkok Post newspaper earlier this year said in her youth, she studied at an all-male school where she was harassed for identifying as female. After attaining financial success, she spent 40 million baht ($1 million) on sex reassignment surgery and other procedures, the newspaper reported.
While Thailand enjoys a positive international reputation when it comes to the rights and lifestyles of LGBTQ communities, the absence of a procedure for transgender people to change their legal gender, coupled with insufficient legal protections and social stigma, limits transgender people’s access to services and exposes them to daily indignities, New York-based Human Rights Watch said in a report last year. | https://www.wfla.com/business/ap-business/ap-thai-transgender-activist-buys-miss-universe-for-20-million/ | 2022-10-27 13:39:01 | 0 | https://www.wfla.com/business/ap-business/ap-thai-transgender-activist-buys-miss-universe-for-20-million/ |
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The various departments that compose the City of Fort Wayne have started the process of presenting their proposed 2023 budgets to city council.
The process can be long and arduous as council members shave tax payer dollars off of “fat” budgets, but council has been very pleased with the budgets presented so far.
Councilman Geoff Paddock, 5th district, said the budgets were very responsible, and the things they might have to cut were “not fat, but lean.”
Tonight, City Controller Garry Morr presented the budgets for the Finance Department and the Mayor’s Office.
Following the meeting, Tom Didier, 3rd district, was pleased with the 2023 budget presentation.
“Kudos to Garry Morr and his staff and all the departments because they really look like they sharpened their pencils and made sure that they didn’t want what they have had in the past which was a lot of pushback,” said Didier.
The Fort Wayne Fire Department also presented its budget tonight.
Eric Lahey, the city’s fire chief, said “there really isn’t a whole lot to our budget this year,” at the conclusion of his presentation.
The fire department, which is the second most expensive department in Fort Wayne, proposed a 6% raise from last year’s budget, 5% of which is for employee pay raises.
The other 1% will go toward new equipment.
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds were voted on last week, but the rates for garbage and the usage of funds were made official this week in the regular session of council.
It was a long process for the city to reconcile with Councilman Russ Jehl’s plan to use ARPA funds to slowly increase the fee for garbage disposal instead of rates jumping all at once.
Didier called it “The Crawford Compromise,” citing former City Councilman John Crawford as an inspiration to aggressively find a compromise.
“John was so good at compromises in regards to making sure the constituents got the most value out of everything here,” Didier said. “And that’s what it’s about; we’re serving the constituents, we’re serving the business people, and we’re serving the public… for me I wanted to do this for John Crawford, and that’s why I did it.”
The new ordinance will adjust the monthly single-family residential household waste fee from $12 to $15.80 beginning July 1, 2023. The rate will then rise according to a number of factors, including the Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Jan. 1, 2024. Semiannual rate adjustments would continue until Jan. 1, 2025, when the rate will be set to $18.00 plus all of the prior CPI adjustments. and then rates would begin to adjust annually. | https://www.wane.com/top-stories/city-council-budget-talks-continue-trash-final-as-arpa-funds-are-approved-for-new-rates/ | 2022-10-12 02:58:22 | 0 | https://www.wane.com/top-stories/city-council-budget-talks-continue-trash-final-as-arpa-funds-are-approved-for-new-rates/ |
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — A man was arrested Thursday, accused of attempting to burn down the Mary Todd Lincoln House.
According to an arrest citation, 29-year-old Santosh Sharma was found by a Lexington police officer pouring gasoline on the rear of the Mary Todd Lincoln House with a lighter in his hand.
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The citations said Sharma had more gasoline in a drawstring bag tied to his back.
Sharma brandished a hammer when the officer approached him, but the officer did not make notes of any conflict between the two in the citation, only noting that the hammer placed the officer in a position of fear of serious physical harm.
The Mary Todd Lincoln House was the family home of the wife of President Abraham Lincoln and now serves as a museum of the former first lady Mary Todd Lincoln.
Sharma was lodged in the Fayette County Detention Center and charged with menacing, second-degree criminal trespassing, and second-degree attempted arson. | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/lexington-man-allegedly-attempted-to-burn-down-mary-todd-lincoln-house/ | 2023-06-18 03:24:22 | 1 | https://www.conchovalleyhomepage.com/news/lexington-man-allegedly-attempted-to-burn-down-mary-todd-lincoln-house/ |
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland (AP) — It is golf’s new power couple. Well, at least for the next few weeks.
After all, no other husband and wife is believed to have played in the men’s and women’s British Opens in the same year.
No wonder newlyweds Alex Wrigley and Johanna Gustavsson had wide smiles as they posed for photos on the Swilcan Bridge under bright sunshine near the end of a practice round on the Old Course at St. Andrews on Tuesday.
For Wrigley in particular, these are pinch-yourself moments after years living in the shadow of the woman he married just a few weeks ago.
While Gustavsson, a Swede, has established herself as a leading player on the Ladies European Tour — she is third in the order of merit for 2022 — and has played in the women’s majors, Wrigley has spent more than a decade competing in regional qualifying events to get a chance to play at the British Open.
When he isn’t playing on the satellite tours across Europe, he teaches golf in both Sweden, where the couple lives, and in his native England. Among the people Wrigley coaches is Gustavsson, since 2016.
“Alex is always with me, supporting me in my career,” Gustavsson said at the back of the 18th green, standing proudly alongside her husband. “So it’s good he is getting to be in the center of everything this week.”
That’s because Wrigley finally got into the Open Championship this year after winning a playoff in final qualifying at nearby Fairmont St. Andrews last month.
Gustavsson was scheduled to be playing an LET event in the Netherlands this week. Those plans were immediately canceled — she was going to caddy for her husband at the home of golf.
“I just had to be here,” she said.
And there she was Tuesday, lugging Wrigley’s bag around the Old Course and offering advice to her husband only when asked.
“Johanna brings a lot of experience to the role — she has played in four or five majors already, in front of big crowds — so she is very calm in these sorts of situations,” Wrigley said, explaining the on-course dynamic between the couple. “I just want some of that to rub off on me if it can.
“I learn a lot from her, definitely from the psychological part of things. She is further on in her career, playing-wise, than I am and had more experience on the big stage.”
Wrigley, who earned around $7,000 from each of his two biggest wins as a pro, was nervous when he turned up at St. Andrews over the weekend, according to Gustavsson.
But she has seen him getting accustomed to crossing paths with biggest names in the sport. On Tuesday, he played his practice round with 1999 champion Paul Lawrie, one group ahead of Rory McIlroy. On Sunday, Padraig Harrington and Shane Lowry joined Wrigley on the seventh hole and they played the rest of the round together.
“It is a different world,” Wrigley said, “but the more you spend time with them, you realize all these great players are normal people, too. They are down-to-earth people who are just really good at golf.”
Next week, normal order will resume. Gustavsson will be playing major golf at the Evian Championship and Wrigley will be watching her. It won’t be long before he’ll be back coaching, alternating between Orebro in Sweden and his home club in northeastern England, Hartlepool Golf Club.
“I have a loyal customer base in Hartlepool that keeps coming back to me,” he said.
Wrigley sure will have some stories to tell them at their next lessons.
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Former President Trump has been in discussions with some aides about potentially announcing a 2024 presidential bid as early as Monday night, according to two sources familiar with the talks.
The sources, who requested anonymity to discuss the conversations, said Trump has been mulling an announcement during a Monday night rally in Ohio, which is ostensibly intended to boost support for GOP Senate candidate J.D. Vance ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections.
No decision is final, the sources noted.
Axios reporter Jonathan Swan first tweeted that Republicans would be closely watching Trump’s Ohio rally and that the former president may be accelerating his timeline to announce his candidacy.
Speculation about an announcement from Trump has ratcheted up significantly in recent weeks, with the former president himself nodding at the anticipation at recent rallies and saying that supporters should watch the Ohio rally.
“I ran twice, I won twice and I did much better the second time than the first,” Trump said Sunday at a rally in Miami. “In order to make our country successful, safe and glorious, I probably have to do it again. Stay tuned tomorrow night in the great state of Ohio. Stay tuned.”
Trump allies and aides have counseled him in both directions, with some urging him to announce as early as possible to clear the field of potential challengers and perhaps complicate a Department of Justice investigation into whether he mishandled classified documents.
“To all the press texting & calling me: Trump should announce tonight,” Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), one of Trump’s most ardent congressional allies, tweeted Monday. “His candidates won the primaries. Biden’s central message was the ‘ULTRA MAGA’ scare. And we are going to win BIGLY! Trump deserves all the credit for this wave election & announcing tonight he will seize it.”
Others in Trump’s orbit have cautioned him against an early announcement that might step on the GOP’s midterm messaging.
“I give him a ton of credit for not announcing this year, for not stepping in the way of the midterm candidates, which a lot of people around him — who, frankly, need him for their next meal and their next gig and their next center of power — were urging him and begging him and leaking to a lot of you that he would be announcing any moment,” former Trump campaign manager and White House counselor Kellyanne Conway told reporters last week.
“I’m glad that he didn’t do that,” she continued. “That was certainly my advice from the beginning, you know, wait until after the midterms if you do it at all.”
Polls have shown Trump remains popular with the vast majority of Republicans, and he made a point at a Saturday rally to read off polls that show him leading other would-be presidential candidates such as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) and former Vice President Mike Pence.
But polls have also shown a majority of independents and a growing number of Republicans would rather see another candidate. While Trump would be a formidable candidate in a GOP primary thanks to his loyal base of supporters, he also carries significant baggage.
He is under multiple investigations for his conduct around the 2020 election and after leaving office, and polls have shown many Americans hold him responsible for the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol, where his supporters sought to halt the certification of the 2020 election. | https://www.qcnews.com/elections/talk-of-early-trump-2024-announcement-heats-up-with-monday-bid-a-possibility/ | 2022-11-07 20:39:41 | 0 | https://www.qcnews.com/elections/talk-of-early-trump-2024-announcement-heats-up-with-monday-bid-a-possibility/ |
Looking for a "delightful, holigay event?" Boise Pride and the Idaho Botanical Garden announced in a press release that Pride Night at Winter Garden aGlow, a special night at Winter Garden Aglow honoring the LGBTQ+ and allied communities, is slated for: Dec. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m., featuring Boise Pride, the Boise Choruses, and some festive characters.
“Our mission is to grow our community by connecting people, plants, and nature,” said Erin Anderson, executive director of the Idaho Botanical Garden. “We are committed to uplifting all members of Idaho’s vibrant and diverse community. The LGBTQ+ community is part of our community, and the garden will continue to do what we know is right: making space for diverse voices to express themselves and cultivating a culture that welcomes all people in the Treasure Valley.”
The garden will be transformed into a twinkling wonderland with a magnificent display of over 600,000 lights and decorations. Listen to carols and festive music by the Boise Gay Men’s Chorus and Boise Women’s Chorus, enjoy free hot cocoa and cookies, the stocking stuffer gift station, write letters to Santa, and warm up by the fire pits as you explore the gardens. Local food and drink vendors will be on-site, and get your photo taken with Rudolph, the Snow Miser, Mrs. Clause, and other holiday characters. Photo purchases benefit Boise Pride.
“We are thrilled to present a Pride night at the Idaho Botanical Garden again this year and help support this cherished Idaho attraction,” said Don Williamson, executive director of Boise Pride. “Thank you to the Garden’s staff and volunteers for their support and for hosting this opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies to gather during the holidays with friends, family, and chosen family.”
Timed tickets range from $14 - $18 and can be purchased at idahobotanicalgarden.org. Proceeds benefit the Idaho Botanical Garden.
About Boise Pride
Founded in 1989, Boise Pride, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, celebrates its 33rd annual festival this year. Exceptional support from the community has made the festival a standout LGBTQ+ celebration. Boise Pride strives to promote unity and celebrate the diversity of sexual orientations and gender identities by engaging the Boise community year-round. For more information about Boise Pride, visit boisepridefest.org, @boisepride on Twitter and Instagram, and Facebook at facebook.com/BoisePrideFest.
Pride Night at Winter Garden Aglow
6 - 9 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 18
Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road in Boise
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TALLINN, Estonia — A Belarusian man sentenced to jail over a satirical drawing of authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko has died behind bars, the country’s leading rights organization reported on Monday.
Klimovicz in February was sentenced to one year in jail for drawing a caricature of Lukashenko and sharing it on social media. He suffered multiple bouts of heart disease during his trial.
Belarusian authorities on Monday confirmed Klimovicz’s death, but did not clarify what caused it. The Viasna statement said that Klimovicz was registered as disabled due to his illness, a stroke and a complex heart operation that he had undergone, but was denied medication while in jail.
“Before the verdict, the blogger said that he could die behind bars, as he needs to take a large amount of strong medicines,” the Viasna statement said.
During his trial, Klimovicz told reporters that the real reason for his prosecution was his “very firm” support of Ukraine and opposition to Russia’s invasion of its neighbor, as well as to Lukashenko’s policies.
Marija Pejčinović Burić, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, tweeted that she “deplored” Klimovicz’s death. “My thoughts are with his family and friends,” she added.
Belarus was rocked by mass protests in 2020 following a presidential election that gave Lukashenko — in power since 1994 — a new term in office, but that was widely regarded by the opposition and Western countries as fraudulent. Authorities responded with a massive crackdown that saw over 35,000 people arrested, thousands beaten by police and dozens of NGOs and independent media being shut down.
Opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya on Monday demanded an independent medical examination of Klimovicz’s body, and said that “hundreds of political prisoners with serious health problems” risked suffering a similar fate in Belarus.
“Relatives and lawyers should be immediately allowed to visit prisoners, the possibility to pass on medicines to prisons should be reinstated,” Tsikhanouskaya said in a Telegram post, alleging that there was “no treatment” available in Belarusian jails.
“Not one more person should die,” she added.
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The addition of Dario's hypertension solution expands Solera's suite of best-in-class digital and community evidence-based health solutions
PHOENIX, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Solera Health, the premier platform for connecting people seamlessly and easily to proven, personalized health solutions, announces its partnership with DarioHealth, a leading digital therapeutics company revolutionizing how people with chronic conditions manage their health through a user-centric platform. Together, Solera and DarioHealth are offering a turnkey, world class solution for treating hypertension, requiring just one contract and one technical integration to make this compelling new solution quickly available for payers' and employers' member populations.
Dario's hypertension solution offers access to a hyper-personalized experience that combines a Bluetooth or cellular-connected blood pressure monitor, a smart app that provides tracking, feedback and user specific content, and specially trained health coaches to provide one-on-one support. Unique program elements include rewards and gamification to maintain engagement and the ability to add blood glucose, weight, diet and activity data to provide a holistic view of a patient's health that users can easily share with a physician to align and improve health outcomes.
"Chronic conditions like hypertension can be difficult to manage, especially when in conjunction with multiple other diseases or symptoms," said Mary Langowski, CEO, Solera. "According to the CDC, nearly half of adults in the U.S. experience high blood pressure, and the prevalence increases with age. We are thrilled to expand Solera's offerings to patients with this condition through our partnership with Dario, as well as continue strengthening relationships with our health plan partners by empowering them to offer accessible, best-in-class digital health solutions."
Cardiometabolic conditions include both cardiovascular and metabolic diseases such as hypertension, obesity and diabetes. The addition of Solera's curated network of hypertension solutions allows users with these intersectional conditions to take a more comprehensive approach to managing their health.
Hypertension contributes up to $198 billion in healthcare costs annually and employee absenteeism related to hypertension costs employers more than $10 billion each year. By driving sustainable lifestyle modifications, ensuring medication adherence and offering accessible and continuous care, these digital solutions help address the gaps in hypertension care.
Dario provides patients with person-centric support through a combination of medical devices, smart technologies and mobile applications designed to engage, inspire and motivate users to make Dario a part of their daily journey towards healthy living. Dario's commitment to diversity, inclusion and health equity ensures consistent and continuous improvement in serving everyone with a chronic condition, and all communications through the platform are tailored to user preferences. With accessibility in mind, Dario offers tools and resources to help individuals manage and improve overall health based on their own lifestyles and symptoms.
"We are excited to partner with Solera and share our digital hypertension solutions with their payer and employer clients," said Rick Anderson, President & General Manager of North America of DarioHealth. "Dario is committed to improving access and quality of care for individuals with hypertension by expanding the reach of our highly personalized solutions. This collaboration with Solera expands our ability to reach patients and continue our mission of transforming care for people with chronic conditions."
Solera's extensive array of evidence-based solutions allows payers and employers to offer personalized, convenient health solutions by taking on the burden of administrative and resource-intensive tasks like claims processing, compliance, consumer engagement, eligibility checking, consumer matching and vendor management. This partnership adds hypertension to Solera's already expansive suite of condition offerings, including Mental & Behavioral Health, Musculoskeletal, Digestive Health, Weight Management, Diabetes Prevention & Management and Tobacco Cessation.
Solera Health is committed to changing lives by guiding people seamlessly to better health solutions while providing payers and employers the tools to manage providers and outcomes across conditions. Solera's platform provides a marketplace of curated networks of digital and community point solutions focused on intensive, evidence-based lifestyle, behavioral and social interventions to impact the most prevalent and costly chronic conditions. Solera strategically matches consumers to their best-fit solution and helps keep them engaged for successful health outcomes. To learn more about Solera's partnerships and offerings, or how we can help member populations, contact us today at www.soleranetwork.com.
DarioHealth Corp. (NASDAQ:DRIO) is a leading digital therapeutics (DTx) company revolutionizing how people with chronic conditions manage their health through a user-centric multi-chronic condition platform. Our platform and suite of solutions deliver personalized and dynamic interventions driven by data analytics and one-on-one coaching for diabetes, hypertension, weight management, musculoskeletal pain, and behavioral health.
Our user-centric platform offers people continuous and customized care for health, disrupting the traditional episodic approach to healthcare. This approach empowers people to holistically adapt their lifestyles for sustainable behavior change, driving exceptional user satisfaction, retention, and results. Making the right thing to do the easy thing to do.
Dario provides its highly user rated solutions globally to health plans and other payors, self-insured employers, providers of care and directly to consumers. To learn more about DarioHealth and its digital health solutions, or for more information, visit http://dariohealth.com.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Mohamed Ibrahim rushed for 159 yards and three touchdowns on 36 carries to lead Minnesota past Rutgers 31-0 on Saturday to stop a three-game losing streak.
Quarterback Tanner Morgan crisply returned from a concussion that kept him out of the previous game for the Gophers (5-3, 2-3 Big Ten), who enjoyed a 19-play, 99-yard drive on their first possession that drained 10:24 off the clock.
They converted 13 of 19 third downs and were in full control on this sun-drenched 69-degree afternoon, turning the second half into a snoozer and giving coach P.J. Fleck a victory over his mentor and former boss Greg Schiano. The Gophers had the ball for 41:02.
Minnesota's revived defense produced a punishing and unrelenting performance against a Scarlet Knights team missing leading rusher Samuel Brown V and still dealing with quarterback instability.
Gavin Wimsatt made his second career start, going 6 for 17 for 68 yards. He threw the first of two interceptions by Tyler Nubin at the Rutgers 33 early in the fourth quarter that set up Ibrahim's third score and put the game out of reach.
That was Ibrahim's 46th career touchdown, breaking the all-time program record held by Darrell Thompson, who cheered the feat from his perch in the radio broadcast booth.
Wimsatt was replaced by Noah Vedral, the sixth-year player who started the previous three games, when he took a shoulder-to-shoulder hit at the end of a run and had his head snap back hard against the turf midway through the fourth quarter.
The Scarlet Knights (4-4, 1-4), who are chasing their first winning record since their inaugural Big Ten season, had just 134 total yards of offense in the type of game that got offensive coordinator Sean Gleeson fired earlier this month and replaced on an interim basis by Nunzio Campanile.
Ibrahim extended his streak of 100-yard games to 16 straight with some of his finest work to date. Behind a rejuvenated line, the sixth-year star continually found space and broke tackles in the middle of the field against a rugged Rutgers team that entered the game ranked sixth in the FBS and third in the conference in rushing defense.
He hurt his left ankle late in the third quarter, too, but after treatment in the tent he rejoined the offense with a taped-up foot after logging 31 carries over the first three quarters.
Morgan, who was knocked out of the 26-14 defeat at Illinois on Oct. 16, bounced back from a couple of rough performances prior to his injury. Morgan went 14 for 21 for 122 yards and rushed three times for 17 yards without a turnover.
Between Morgan and freshman Athan Kaliakmanis, who took the helm in the 45-17 loss at Penn State last week, the Gophers averaged 13.7 points over the previous three games while completing only 33 of 73 passes with seven interceptions and just one touchdown.
DOWN GOES BROWN
After a breakout game in the win over Indiana last week with 28 carries for 101 yards in his first career start, the freshman Brown was ruled out for the Scarlet Knights. NJ Advance Media reported Brown will miss the rest of the season with a foot injury.
BOOMING LEG
Rutgers punter Adam Korsak showed off his strong Australian-bred skills yet again, with a 77-yard punt in the first quarter that landed 2 yards short of his own program record. Korsak has five of the 11 longest punts in Rutgers history.
The field position hardly helped, though. The Gophers responded with a 13-play, 86-yard drive on their second possession capped by another touchdown by Ibrahim.
THE TAKEAWAY
Rutgers: With No. 4 Michigan and No. 13 Penn State looming on the schedule in November, the Scarlet Knights really needed a win here toward bowl-game eligibility. They're 12-18 in three years under Schiano in his second stint with the program.
Minnesota: After their 4-0 start raised hope of a Big Ten West title, the Gophers were grounded hard this month. They quietly reset their goals and started their own "Gopher Football Playoff” to rekindle their mojo over the final five games.
UP NEXT
Rutgers: Hosts No. 4 Michigan next Saturday night.
Minnesota: Plays at Nebraska next Saturday afternoon.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Harris Associates L.P., adviser to the Oakmark Funds and an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers, announced portfolio manager changes to the Oakmark Equity and Income Fund, Oakmark Global Fund, Oakmark Global Select Fund, Oakmark Fund, and Oakmark Select Fund.
Effective December 31, 2023, Clyde McGregor will be transitioning his portfolio management duties and stepping off the Oakmark Equity and Income Fund and the Oakmark Global Fund. Mr. McGregor will remain with Harris Associates as an investment leader and portfolio manager in the firm's Private Wealth Management business.
As part of Mr. McGregor's upcoming portfolio transition, Harris Associates is pleased to announce the appointment of the following individuals to co-portfolio manager roles for the Oakmark Funds, effective August 1, 2022.
Michael Nicolas and Alex Fitch will join Clyde McGregor, Colin Hudson and Adam Abbas as co-portfolio managers of the Oakmark Equity and Income Fund. Mr. Nicolas joined Harris Associates in 2013. He has been a co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark Fund since 2020. Mr. Fitch joined Harris Associates in 2011 and is the director of U.S. research.
Colin Hudson and John Sitarz will be named co-portfolio managers of the Oakmark Global Fund with David Herro, Tony Coniaris, Clyde McGregor and Jason Long. Mr. Hudson joined Harris Associates in 2005. He has been a co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark Bond Fund since 2020 and the Oakmark Equity and Income Fund since 2013 and has served on the institutional Global and Global Concentrated Strategy teams since 2012. He is also the co-head of fixed income at Harris Associates. Mr. Sitarz joined Harris Associates in 2013 and has served as a U.S. research analyst.
"First, I'd like to thank Clyde for his immense contribution to the Oakmark Funds," said Tony Coniaris, chairman and portfolio manager. "Good succession planning requires a plan and a deep bench. In this case, Harris Associates and the Oakmark Funds have the luxury of both. We believe these manager additions strengthen our team and best position our clients for success over the next decade and beyond."
Harris Associates is also pleased to announce the following manager appointments: Colin Hudson and John Sitarz will be named co-portfolio managers of the Oakmark Global Select Fund with David Herro, Bill Nygren, Tony Coniaris and Eric Liu.
Robert Bierig will be added as a co-portfolio manager to the Oakmark Fund with Bill Nygren and Michael Nicolas. Mr. Bierig joined Harris Associates in 2012 and is a portfolio manager for several of Harris Associates' investment strategies.
Robert Bierig and Alex Fitch will become co-portfolio managers of the Oakmark Select Fund alongside Bill Nygren and Tony Coniaris.
"The Oakmark Funds' strong performance track records have been primarily due to the strength of our teams—and these additions make the teams stronger than ever," said Bill Nygren, chief investment officer-U.S. equities and portfolio manager. "These individuals, as research analysts, have been contributing to our success for years, and our expectation is that their skill will continue benefitting our shareholders for many years to come."
The new appointments better align portfolio management teams across the business. To that end, Bill Nygren will be transitioning his global portfolio management responsibilities to focus on domestic portfolios. As a result, he will be stepping off the Oakmark Global Select Fund, effective at the end of 2023. Mr. Nygren will continue as chief investment officer-U.S. equities and co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark Fund and the Oakmark Select Fund.
Tony Coniaris will provide continuity on global portfolios alongside David Herro and the global team. Mr. Coniaris will remain a co-portfolio manager of the Oakmark Global Fund and the Oakmark Global Select Fund. In light of these responsibilities, he will be stepping off the Oakmark Select Fund, effective at the end of 2023.
The Oakmark Funds are a mutual fund family that utilizes a long-term value investment approach. Oakmark's investment philosophy centers on the belief that superior long-term results can be achieved through investing in companies priced at a significant discount to what Harris Associates believes is a company's intrinsic value, with strong growth prospects and owner-oriented management teams. The Oakmark Funds' assets under management totaled approximately $50 billion as of June 30, 2022. More information about the Oakmark Funds is available at oakmark.com.
Harris Associates L.P., a Chicago-based investment management firm founded in 1976, serves as the adviser to the Oakmark Funds. Harris Associates also manages U.S., international and global portfolios for institutional and high-net-worth investors worldwide. Including Oakmark, assets under management at Harris Associates totaled approximately $99 billion as of June 30, 2022. More information about Harris Associates is available at harrisassoc.com.
Before investing in any Oakmark Fund, you should carefully consider the Fund's investment objectives, risks, management fees and other expenses. This and other important information is contained in a Fund's prospectus and summary prospectus. Please read the prospectus and summary prospectus carefully before investing. For more information, please call 1-800-OAKMARK (625-6275).
Natixis Investment Managers' multi-affiliate approach connects clients to the independent thinking and focused expertise of more than 20 active managers. Ranked among the world's largest asset managers1 with more than $1.3 trillion assets under management2 (€1.2 trillion), Natixis Investment Managers delivers a diverse range of solutions across asset classes, styles, and vehicles, including innovative environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies and products dedicated to advancing sustainable finance. The firm partners with clients in order to understand their unique needs and provide insights and investment solutions tailored to their long-term goals.
Headquartered in Paris and Boston, Natixis Investment Managers is part of the Global Financial Services division of Groupe BPCE, the second-largest banking group in France through the Banque Populaire and Caisse d'Epargne retail networks. Natixis Investment Managers' affiliated investment management firms include AEW; AlphaSimplex Group; DNCA Investments;3 Dorval Asset Management; Flexstone Partners; Gateway Investment Advisers; Harris Associates; Investors Mutual Limited; Loomis, Sayles & Company; Mirova; MV Credit; Naxicap Partners; Ossiam; Ostrum Asset Management; Seeyond; Seventure Partners; Thematics Asset Management; Vauban Infrastructure Partners; Vaughan Nelson Investment Management; and WCM Investment Management. Additionally, investment solutions are offered through Natixis Investment Managers Solutions and Natixis Advisors, LLC. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit Natixis Investment Managers' website at im.natixis.com | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/natixis-investment-managers.
Natixis Investment Managers' distribution and service groups include Natixis Distribution, LLC, a limited purpose broker-dealer and the distributor of various U.S. registered investment companies for which advisory services are provided by affiliated firms of Natixis Investment Managers, Natixis Investment Managers S.A. (Luxembourg), Natixis Investment Managers International (France), and their affiliated distribution and service entities in Europe and Asia.
1 Cerulli Quantitative Update: Global Markets 2021 ranked Natixis Investment Managers as the 15th largest asset manager in the world based on assets under management as of December 31, 2020.
2 Assets under management ("AUM") of current affiliated entities measured as of March 31, 2022 are $1,320.6 billion (€1,187.6 billion). AUM, as reported, may include notional assets, assets serviced, gross assets, assets of minority-owned affiliated entities and other types of non-regulatory AUM managed or serviced by firms affiliated with Natixis Investment Managers.
3 A brand of DNCA Finance.
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Investment by Brookfield Super-Core Infrastructure Partners Supports FirstEnergy's Capital Growth Program, Strengthens Balance Sheet
AKRON, Ohio, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today announced that its subsidiary FirstEnergy Transmission, LLC (FET), has completed the sale of a 19.9% minority equity stake to Brookfield Super-Core Infrastructure Partners for $2.375 billion. FirstEnergy retains an 80.1% equity interest in FET and FirstEnergy's workforce will continue to maintain and operate the company's transmission system.
FirstEnergy announced the agreement with Brookfield in November 2021, along with a $1 billion equity investment in FirstEnergy common stock by Blackstone Infrastructure partners, which closed in December.
FirstEnergy is using the combined $3.4 billion in proceeds from these strategic financings to strengthen its balance sheet, fund its capital program and address its equity plans, with the exception of annual issuances of up to $100 million under regular stock investments and employee benefit plans. FirstEnergy's sustainable capital investment program of $17 billion from 2021 through 2025 is focused on developing a more resilient and modern grid and prioritizes emerging technologies, electric vehicle infrastructure, renewable generation and programs to help customers optimize their energy use.
"With the completion of these transformative investments, FirstEnergy is well-positioned to continue delivering financial and operational excellence, drive our long-term strategies to support smart grid and clean energy initiatives, and transform our company into a more innovative, resilient and industry-leading organization," said FirstEnergy President and Chief Executive Officer Steven E. Strah.
"We are pleased to have completed this transaction and to see this marquee, high-quality investment in our portfolio," said Eduardo Salgado, Managing Partner in Brookfield's Infrastructure Group and head of Brookfield Super-Core Infrastructure Partners. "Our partnership with FirstEnergy will position us well to capture unique capital investment and value creation opportunities over the long-term in-line with our mutual objectives around the decarbonization and electrification of the economy."
FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy on Twitter @FirstEnergyCorp or online at www.firstenergycorp.com.
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Jury selection is expected to get underway Tuesday in the trial of the founder of the far-right Oath Keepers extremist group and four associates charged with seditious conspiracy, one of the most serious cases to emerge from the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Stewart Rhodes and the others are the first Jan. 6 defendants charged with the the rare Civil War-era offense to stand trial for what authorities allege was a serious, weekslong plot to violently stop the transfer of presidential power from election-denier Donald Trump to Joe Biden.
The case against Rhodes and his Oath Keeper associates is the biggest test yet for the Justice Department in its massive Jan. 6 prosecution and is being heard in federal court in Washington. Seditious conspiracy can be difficult to prove and the last such guilty verdict was nearly 30 years ago.
Hundreds of people have already been convicted of joining the mob that overran police barriers, brutally beat officers and smashed windows, sending lawmakers fleeing and halting the certification of Biden's electoral victory.
But prosecutors in the case against the Oath Keepers will try to show that the Oath Keepers' plot to stop Biden from becoming president started before all the votes in the 2020 race had even been counted.
Authorities say Rhodes, a former U.S. Army paratrooper and a Yale Law School graduate, spent weeks mobilizing his followers to prepare to take up arms to defend Trump. The Oath Keepers repeatedly wrote in chats about the prospect of violence, stockpiled guns and put “quick reaction force” teams on standby outside Washington to get weapons into the city quickly if they were needed, authorities say.
The day before the riot, authorities say, Rhodes met with the leader of another far-right extremist group, then-Proud Boys Chairman Enrique Tarrio, in an underground parking garage in Washington, though little is known publicly about what they discussed. Tarrio is charged separately with seditious conspiracy alongside other Proud Boys and is scheduled to stand trial in December.
On Jan. 6, Oath Keepers wearing communication devices, helmets and other battle gear were captured on camera storming the Capitol in military-style “stack” formation. Rhodes isn't accused of going inside the Capitol, but phone records show he was communicating with Oath Keepers who did enter around the time of the riot and he was seen gathered with members outside afterward.
On trial with Rhodes, of Granbury Texas, are Thomas Caldwell, of Berryville, Virginia; Kenneth Harrelson, of Titusville, Florida; Jessica Watkins of Woodstock, Ohio; and Kelly Meggs of Dunnellon, Florida.
Attorneys for the Oath Keepers have pushed unsuccessfully to get the trial moved, arguing they can’t possibly get a fair jury in Washington.
The court has already dismissed several potential jurors based on their answers to a questionnaire, which asked them about their feelings about Jan. 6 and other matters. Jurors already dismissed include a journalist who has covered the events of Jan. 6. and someone else who described that day “one of the single most treasonous acts in the history of this country.”
Conviction for seditious conspiracy calls for up to 20 years behind bars. The last time prosecutors secured a seditious conspiracy at trial was in 1995 in the case against Islamic militants who plotted to bomb New York City landmarks.
Three of Rhodes' Oath Keepers followers have pleaded guilty to the charge and are likely to testify against him at trial. Rhodes' lawyers have claimed those Oath Keepers were pressured into pleading guilty and are lying to get a good deal from the government.
Rhodes' attorneys have suggested that his defense will focus on Rhodes' belief that Trump would invoke the Insurrection Act and call up a militia to support his bid to stay in power. Defense attorneys say Rhodes' actions in the weeks leading up to Jan. 6 were in preparation for what he believed would have been lawful orders from Trump under the Insurrection Act, but never came.
The defense has said that Oath Keepers were dressed in battle gear to protect themselves from possible attacks from left-wing antifa activists and that the “quick reaction force” outside Washington was meant for defensive purposes if Trump invoked the Insurrection Act.
Nearly 900 people have been charged so far in the Jan. 6 riot and more than 400 have pleaded guilty or been convicted at trial. Sentences for the rioters so far have ranged from probation for low-level misdemeanor offenses to 10 years in prison for a retired New York City police officer who used a metal flagpole to assault an officer at the Capitol.
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Man trying to unhook trailer dies after vehicle backs over him, police say
Published: Jul. 3, 2023 at 2:04 PM MST|Updated: 7 minutes ago
BRANSON, Mo. (KY3/Gray News) - A man in Missouri died after a vehicle rolled over him in a private parking lot.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol identified the victim as 52-year-old Eric Richards. The incident happened in Branson.
Investigators said the crash happened as the driver was trying to unhook a trailer. They said Richards was standing between the vehicle and the trailer when the trailer became unhooked and started to roll back.
Investigators say the driver got out of the vehicle but failed to place it in park. The vehicle then hit Richards, killing him.
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‘Absurd censorship’: Readers upset by changes to classic Roald Dahl books
LONDON (AP) — Critics are accusing the British publisher of Roald Dahl’s classic children’s books of censorship after it removed colorful language from works such as “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “Matilda” to make them more acceptable to modern readers.
A review of new editions of Dahl’s books now available in bookstores shows that some passages relating to weight, mental health, gender and race were altered. The changes made by Puffin Books, a division of Penguin Random House, first were reported by Britain’s Daily Telegraph newspaper.
Augustus Gloop, Charlie’s gluttonous antagonist in “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” which originally was published in 1964, is no longer “enormously fat,” just “enormous.” In the new edition of “Witches,” a supernatural female posing as an ordinary woman may be working as a “top scientist or running a business” instead of as a “cashier in a supermarket or typing letters for a businessman.”
The word “black” was removed from the description of the terrible tractors in 1970s “The Fabulous Mr. Fox.” The machines are now simply “murderous, brutal-looking monsters.”
Booker Prize-winning author Salman Rushdie was among those who reacted angrily to the rewriting of Dahl’s words. Rushdie lived in hiding for years after Iran’s Grand Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989 issued a fatwa calling for his death because of the alleged blasphemy in his novel “The Satanic Verses.” He was attacked and seriously injured last year at an event in New York state.
“Roald Dahl was no angel but this is absurd censorship,’’ Rushdie wrote on Twitter. “Puffin Books and the Dahl estate should be ashamed.’’
The changes to Dahl’s books mark the latest skirmish in a debate over cultural sensitivity as campaigners seek to protect young people from cultural, ethnic and gender stereotypes in literature and other media. Critics complain revisions to suit 21st century sensibilities risks undermining the genius of great artists and preventing readers from confronting the world as it is.
The Roald Dahl Story Company, which controls the rights to the books, said it worked with Puffin to review the texts because it wanted to ensure that “Dahl’s wonderful stories and characters continue to be enjoyed by all children today.”
The language was reviewed in partnership with Inclusive Minds, a collective which is working to make children’s literature more inclusive and accessible. Any changes were “small and carefully considered,” the company said.
It said the analysis started in 2020, before Netflix bought the Roald Dahl Story Company and embarked on plans to produce a new generation of films based on the author’s books.
“When publishing new print runs of books written years ago, it’s not unusual to review the language used alongside updating other details, including a book’s cover and page layout,’’ the company said. “Our guiding principle throughout has been to maintain the storylines, characters, and the irreverence and sharp-edged spirit of the original text.”
Puffin didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment.
Dahl died in 1990 at the age of 74. His books, which have sold more than 300 million copies, have been translated into 68 languages and continue to be read by children around the world.
But he is also a controversial figure because of antisemitic comments made throughout his life.
The Dahl family apologized in 2020, saying it recognized the “lasting and understandable hurt caused by Roald Dahl’s antisemitic statements.”
Regardless of his personal failings, fans of Dahl’s books celebrate his use of sometimes dark language that taps into the fears of children, as well as their sense of fun.
PEN America, a community of some 7,500 writers that advocates for freedom of expression, said it was “alarmed” by reports of the changes to Dahl’s books.
“If we start down the path of trying to correct for perceived slights instead of allowing readers to receive and react to books as written, we risk distorting the work of great authors and clouding the essential lens that literature offers on society,” tweeted Suzanne Nossel, chief executive of PEN America.
Laura Hackett, a childhood Dahl fan who is now deputy literary editor of London’s Sunday Times newspaper, had a more personal reaction to the news.
“The editors at Puffin should be ashamed of the botched surgery they’ve carried out on some of the finest children’s literature in Britain,” she wrote. “As for me, I’ll be carefully stowing away my old, original copies of Dahl’s stories, so that one day my children can enjoy them in their full, nasty, colorful glory.”
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BOSTON (AP) — Heat guard Tyler Herro remained sidelined because of a strained left groin as Miami tries to stave off elimination in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals Friday night.
The reigning sixth man of the year hasn’t played since Game 3 of the Heat’s matchup with the Celtics.
Miami coach Erik Spoelstra said Herro has made progress and wants to play, but that this was deemed to be the most responsible decision.
“He’s not quite ready, to step into this kind of intensity of a game,” Spoelstra said.
Boston’s Marcus Smart (sprained right ankle) and Robert Williams III (left knee soreness) tested their injuries pregame and are available to play.
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Chinese automaker Geely’s Zeekr brand this week unveiled its third model, a nearly Tesla Model Y-sized crossover that will sell for less than $30,000 in its home market.
The Zeekr X follows the 009 van and the 001, a hatchback based on a concept originally badged for Geely’s Lynk & Co. brand, in the all-electric Zeekr brand’s lineup. Deliveries in China are scheduled to start in June with a base price of 189,800 yuan, equivalent to $27,600 at current exchange rates. European sales will follow, but there are no plans to bring the X to the U.S.
Geely is also the parent company of Volvo and Polestar, which influenced the development of the Zeekr X. The crossover was designed in Volvo’s hometown of Gothenburg, Sweden, albeit at what Zeekr claims is a standalone design studio. The styling itself hews closely to the Lynk & Co.-inspired look of the 001.
The X also shares Sustainable Electric Architecture (SEA) underpinnings with the Polestar 3 and Volvo EX90 electric SUVs. It’s a bit smaller than those other SEA-based models, however. At 175 inches long, it’s around the same size as the Volvo XC40 Recharge. And with Zeekr’s billing as a “premium electric car company,” the longer Model Y is surely in the upstart EV’s crosshairs.
Zeekr claims an impressive 3.7-second 0-62 mph time, as well as 348 miles of range on China’s CLTC testing cycle. That would likely equate to something less than 300 miles by U.S. EPA standards, but more than 250 miles.
The Zeekr crossover also boasts a few novel tech features, including a sliding touchscreen that can be repositioned in front of the passenger. It’s an alternative to the fixed front-passenger screens now being offered on Mercedes-EQ electric models. The B-pillar also includes facial recognition and a small screen that shows the state of charge.
Zeekr aims for an “asset light strategy” that looks to suppliers for core tech. One example is a partnership with CATL that Zeekr has said will deliver EVs with 600 miles of range. The Zeekr 009 uses CATL’s cell-to-pack tech to achieve an estimated 514 miles of range on the CLTC testing cycle, so the brand is already well on its way toward that goal.
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Ireland was comprehensively defeated in the first Test against the All Blacks, losing 42-19, but responded with a 23-12 victory in the second meeting to claim their first away win in New Zealand on Saturday.
Victory in Dunedin teed up a winner-takes-all decider at the Sky Stadium in Wellington next weekend, with New Zealand looking to set the record straight and seal the series win on the North Island.
While Farrell expects another tough task, the 47-year-old insists Ireland will not shy away from the challenge as they fancy themselves against any side in the world.
"We always get a response, don't we?" he said. "Everyone knows that, history tells you that. We're used to it by now. We'll look forward to that.
"We've created a little bit of history for ourselves, little old Ireland, but we've earned the right to take it to the last weekend to see what we can do in the final week.
"The players back themselves against anyone and the more we can keep giving them, these occasions of playing the best teams in the world, the better they're going to get."
The task for Ireland in the second Test was somewhat eased by the first-half dismissal of New Zealand prop Angus Ta'avao.
Ireland did have to absorb some pressure in the second half, though, and Farrell pinpointed its defensive resolve as proof of the continued development of his side.
"I suppose the most impressive thing that we are doing pretty well at this moment in time is understanding where we're at, each moment at a time and staying calm and not getting too overawed or frustrated with errors or decisions or not executing," he continued.
"We're pretty good at trying to stay neutral and stay on task and it's helping us to play in these big games and compete."
A second-string Ireland team were defeated 32-17 by the Maori All Blacks at the end of June in Hamilton, and Farrell also plans to offer those players a chance to make amends against the same team on Tuesday.
"There are bigger things to think about in regard of this tour for us," he added.
"We've some young lads in that changing room that have been inspired by these lot [the Test team], who want to get back out there again on Tuesday night and perform well against the Maoris.
"These lads have taken a lot of pain, that's what we've put them under, the pressure of taking them out of their comfort zone.
"The weeks have been totally different to what they've been used to before because of us trying to play five games in such a short space of time and there's been no whinging.
"They've been mentally really tough and they'll back the lads up as well to make sure they're in good form for Tuesday night." | https://www.beinsports.com/au/rugby-union/news/farrell-insists-little-old-ireland-can-compet/1913214 | 2022-07-11 05:25:42 | 1 | https://www.beinsports.com/au/rugby-union/news/farrell-insists-little-old-ireland-can-compet/1913214 |
(NEXSTAR) – A software update available for iPhones starting Monday comes with new fitness features, cleaner charging and a spotlight on Taylor Swift – among other features.
The update, iOS 16.1, has less major new features than Apple’s big release last month, which allowed users to edit text messages after sending, further customize lock screens, and more.
Here are the highlights the new software update.
Clean Energy Charging
This new feature is designed to reduce your phone’s carbon footprint “by optimizing charging times for when the grid is using cleaner energy sources,” Apple says. The new charging feature, which you’ll be able to turn on in your phone’s battery settings, launches Monday, according to CNBC.
Fitness+
Apple’s Fitness subscription offering will be available to users in 21 countries starting Monday, even if they don’t have an Apple Watch. The Fitness+ platform has guided workouts like yoga, pilates and HIIT classes.
In a nod to Taylor Swift’s new album, “Midnights,” a menu of Taylor Swift-themed workout options will be added to the platform Monday, Apple says.
When you purchase a new iPhone, iPad or Apple TV, you’ll get three months of Fitness+ free, Apple says. Otherwise a subscription costs $9.99 per month, or $79.99 per year.
Expanded photo sharing
iOS 16.1 will make it more seamless to share your photo library with others thanks to a feature called “iCloud Shared Photo Library.” According to CNBC, you can add six people to a shared photo library. Then, you have the choice to share some photos with that library manually, or adjust your settings so all photos share to the album.
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By LARRY LAGE
AP Sports Writer
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers are suddenly playing like the relevant team they were expected to be after aggressively making moves in the offseason.
Daz Cameron hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning and the surging Tigers held on to beat the slumping Minnesota Twins 3-2 Thursday.
Cameron’s 416-foot shot to left-center off Emilio Pagan (1-2) scored Eric Haase, who hit a one-out single for the Tigers.
Detroit has won seven of its last nine games to make up some ground as the fourth-place team in the AL Central after a 14-28 start.
“This is what we expected to do this season because we have a ton of talent, and filled a lot of voids with a totally different team,” Haase said. “We’re starting to find our stride and to do that with only one starting pitcher that we broke camp with is impressive.”
Jonathan Schoop has had a lot to do with the Tigers’ turnaround, hitting an RBI single in the first inning of the series finale to account for seven of their 10 runs over two-plus games.
Cameron lifted Detroit to its fourth win in the five-game series against Minnesota by clearing the fences in spacious Comerica Park with a shot that even center fielder Byron Buxton seemed to know he had no chance to catch.
“When he stopped running, the center fielder for them, I knew it was gone,” Detroit shortstop Harold Castro said.
Alex Lange (3-1) gave up two walks and struck out one in the pivotal eighth inning and Gregory Soto closed or his 10th save.
AL Central-leading Minnesota, the division’s only team with a winning record, has lost seven of 10.
“Every team goes through a stretch where the schedule gets tough,” Pagan said. “Everybody is banged up. It seems like across the league, there’s a lot of injuries right now. We’re not the only ones going through it.”
After getting shut out the previous two games, the Twins did finally score in Detroit.
Gio Urshela’s RBI double, which brought Nick Gordon home after he singled, in the third ended a 22-inning scoreless streak. Gordon hit a go-ahead double in the fourth inning, but the Twins could not keep a 2-1 advantage.
“We did a lot of things good,” manager Rocco Baldelli said. “We’ve just got to expand the lead when we get it.”
FOR STARTERS
Minnesota’s Chris Archer gave up one run on three hits. Detroit’s Alex Faedo allowed two runs on five hits and two walks.
BENCHED BAEZ
The Tigers gave SS Javier Baez a second straight day off to reset physically and mentally. Baez, who signed a six-year deal for $140 million deal in December, has his lowest batting average (.197) since he was a Chicago Cubs rookie in 2014 and has just three homers and 13 RBIs in 40 games.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Twins: RHP Sonny Gray, pulled from his last start, went on the 15-day injured list with a strained chest muscle. … OF Gilberto Celestino, who went on the COVID-19 list last Friday, tested negative for two straight days and is expected to join the team for its upcoming series in Toronto.
Tigers: LHP Eduardo Rodriguez, on the IL with a rib sprain since May 22, will join the team on its upcoming road trip and expects to pitch for Triple-A Toledo within a week. … OF Austin Meadows, on the IL with since May 16, has not had vertigo symptoms recently and feels great, according to manager A.J. Hinch.
UP NEXT
Twins: Open a three-game series at Toronto on Friday night, when RHP Chi Chi Gonzalez is expected to make his Minnesota debut against Blue Jays LHP Yusei Kikuchi (2-1, 3.48 ERA).
Tigers: Hit the road for a three-game set with the New York Yankees on Friday night with Detroit RHP Elvin Rodriguez (0-0, 6.17) and New York RHP Gerrit Cole (4-1, 3.12) scheduled to pitch.
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EXPLAINER: What is Title IX and what impact has it had?
(AP) - Title IX, the law best known for its role in gender equity in athletics and preventing sexual harassment on campuses, is turning 50.
It was signed into law by President Richard Nixon on June 23, 1972, after being shepherded through Congress in part by Rep. Patsy Mink, a Democrat from Hawaii who was the first woman of color elected to the U.S. House.
The law forbids discrimination based on sex in education, and despite its age remains a vital piece in the ongoing push for equality, including in the LGBTQ community.
WHAT DOES TITLE IX SAY?
The statue itself is one sentence long.
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Translation: The law is meant to ensure equity between men and women in education, and it’s broad, covering most K-12 schools and colleges and universities, as well as vocational schools, libraries and museums. That means it applies to tens of millions of students, as well as educators.
WHAT DOES TITLE IX COVER?
The law applies to several areas of education: athletics, the classroom, sexual assault and violence on campus, employment, discrimination, admissions, retaliation and even financial assistance with tuition.
It also has been extended to other forms of gender and sex discrimination; Title IX was invoked when the Obama administration advised that transgender people should be allowed to use the bathroom of their choice in schools.
HOW DOES TITLE IX AFFECT ATHLETICS?
In so many ways, and at the K-12 and powerful collegiate levels. Women’s and men’s teams are to be treated equally under the law, and schools should look to expand the opportunities for women to play sports.
This doesn’t necessarily mean that each sport will have exactly the same budget for equipment, facilities, travel or meals. For example, the women’s tennis team might have more money put toward racquets than the men’s tennis team. Athletic departments work under what is known as “equal in effect,” meaning a benefit for a men’s or women’s team in one area can be offset in another area as long as “the overall effects of any differences is negligible.”
In the hopes of ensuring compliance with Title IX, each athletic department at a college or university must provide annual Equity in Athletics Data Analysis reports. These track participation, coaching staff and salaries, revenues and expenses, including recruiting and game-day expenses.
Many Title IX athletics disputes deal with what’s known as the participation gap. Athletic departments must make sure the ratio of men’s athletic participation opportunities to women’s participation opportunities are “substantially proportionate” to a school’s undergrad enrollment.
For example, the University of Connecticut settled a lawsuit after its women’s rowing team won a temporary restraining order against being shut down. UConn was accused of putting inflated women’s rowing roster numbers (about 20 more than would compete) on its equity report, meaning the actual participation gap was “well above a viable team size.”
HOW DOES TITLE IX AFFECT SEXUAL HARASSMENT ALLEGATIONS?
Title IX’s protections extend to sexual harassment on campus, including dating violence, domestic violence and stalking.
The bottom line is that all students are supposed to have a learning environment free from sexual harassment. When violations occur, the law is meant to help students get the problem resolved, which can mean moving to a different dorm, for example, or getting an alleged attacker removed from the school entirely.
Under new Title IX regulations that were finalized in 2020, students who come forward with abuse allegations may now face an in-person hearing and cross-examination by a person chosen by the alleged attacker. These rules have been criticized by Democrats and others for not fully protecting victims and for discouraging complaints, and the Biden administration is expected to propose new regulations soon.
The Associated Press reported that some universities saw a decrease in the number of complaints brought to Title IX offices.
WHAT ABOUT DISCRIMINATION?
Under Title IX, there’s a broad definition of discrimination that could involve students, faculty, administrators or staff. It also covers discrimination against pregnant people. The law has also been invoked to outlaw discrimination of LGBTQ students and educators.
Nothing in Title IX or its federal regulations explicitly protects LGBTQ people, but the Biden administration said last year that the law should be interpreted to protect against discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. It was based on a 2020 Supreme Court decision ruling that LGBTQ people are protected from discrimination in employment.
As a result, the Education Department said it can launch a civil rights investigation if students are blocked from things like using bathrooms or joining sports teams that match their gender identities.
Tennessee and several other Republican-led states filed a federal lawsuit challenging that guidance; it has yet to be decided.
The Biden administration has signaled that its upcoming regulation will explicitly expand Title IX to protect LGBTQ students from discrimination. If finalized as a federal regulation, it would carry the force of law.
WHO OVERSEES TITLE IX IN SCHOOLS?
Every school and college is supposed to have at least one Title IX coordinator, whose function is to make sure the institution is in compliance with all arms of Title IX. Sometimes the officer is simply the school’s principal, while many universities have whole offices dedicated to Title IX compliance.
WHAT TYPES OF COMPLAINTS CAN BE FILED?
There are two types: local and federal.
Local grievances run through the school’s Title IX coordinator or office, which have procedures in place to handle cases involving sex discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual violence. The schools can dole out discipline for these grievances.
Federal complaints go to the Education Department’s Office for Civil Rights. These investigations can take months or years to complete. The list of current federal Title IX investigations can be found at the OCR’s website.
Those who believe their rights have been violated can also bring their cases to federal courts through Title IX lawsuits.
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Female powerlifter squats over 600 pounds, breaks world record
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) – A female powerlifter from Nebraska recently traveled to England to compete against the best of the best in the inaugural Sheffield Powerlifting Championships.
Super heavyweight Bonica Brown, 34, put up 274 kilograms (604 pounds) on her second squat of the day to break the world record by one pound, WOWT reported.
With more left in the tank, she went for more on her third and final squat.
“Then my coach was like 280? And I’m like, ‘Sure, let’s go for it!’ Because we don’t know what my max is. We don’t know what I can do,” Brown said. “When I walked it out — picked up that 280 and do my walk out and everything — you get the commands to squat and then you explode out of the hole, and it just came up like butter.”
After breaking her own world record, which she set just a little earlier in the competition, Brown set another record at 280 kilograms (617 pounds), while still leaving kilos on the table.
Brown has another chance to make history next month at the World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships in Europe.
“The next competition I’m going to is Raw Worlds in Malta, and so we’re going to go for more than that 280,” said Brown. “You don’t say what you’re going to do. You don’t test the powerlifting gods, basically.”
Until then, Brown will continue training at Omaha Barbell and cheering on the next generation of female powerlifters.
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TORONTO, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX: QSR), (NYSE: QSR), (TSX: QSP) will release its second quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, August 4, 2022 and will host an investor conference call that morning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
The earnings call will be webcast on the company's investor relations website (http://rbi.com/investors) and a replay will be available for 30 days following the release. Investors may also access the conference call via the following dial-in numbers: 1 (646)-904-5544 for U.S. callers, 1 (226)-828-7575 for Canadian callers, and 1 (929)-526-1599 for callers from other countries. For all dial-in numbers please use the following access code: 194063.
About Restaurant Brands International Inc.
Restaurant Brands International Inc. ("RBI") is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $35 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 29,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities. To learn more about RBI, please visit the company's website at www.rbi.com.
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DETROIT (AP) — With its sales slowing and its stock price tumbling, Tesla Inc. slashed prices dramatically Friday on several versions of its electric vehicles, making some of its models eligible for a new federal tax credit that could help spur buyer interest.
The company dropped prices nearly 20% in the United States on some versions of the Model Y SUV, its top seller. That cut will make more versions of the Model Y eligible for a $7,500 electric-vehicle tax credit that will be available through March. Tesla also reduced the base price of the Model 3, its least expensive model, by about 6%.
Far from pleasing investors, the sharp price cuts sent Tesla shares down nearly 3% in midday trading Friday. Since the start of last year, the stock has plummeted more than 65%. Many investors fear that Tesla’s sales slowdown will persist and have grown concerned about the erratic behavior of CEO Elon Musk and the distractions caused by his $44 billion purchase of Twitter.
“I think the real driver for all of this is falling demand for Teslas,” said Guidehouse Research e-Mobility analyst Sam Abuelsamid.
Itay Michaeli, an industry analyst at Citi, wrote in a note to investors that Tesla appears to be prioritizing sales volume over price — a strategy that could squeeze its profit margins, at least in the near term.
Messages were left Friday seeking a comment from Tesla.
In the meantime, Tesla faces the threat of intensifying competition from other automakers in the United States and globally for years to come. Last year in the United States, total EV sales soared nearly 65% from 2021. Automakers sold 47 electric vehicle models; only four were Teslas. S&P Global Mobility expects the number of EV models to surge to 159 by 2025.
And as overall EV sales are rising, Tesla’s U.S. market share is falling. From 2018 through 2020, Tesla represented about 80% of the EV market. By 2021, that figure had sunk to 71%, and it’s continued to decline, according to registration data gathered by S&P.
Still, Tesla’s U.S. sales rose 40% last year, and S&P expects them to continue to rise as overall electric vehicle sales steadily increase.
Even with U.S. tax credits, EVs remain pricey compared with gas-powered vehicles, largely because of the high cost of batteries. In addition, higher loan rates and more expensive raw materials are keeping costs high for buyers and could limit EV sales, for Tesla as well as its competitors.
With Tesla’s price cuts Friday, its Model Y Performance model, formerly priced at nearly $70,000, now starts at just under $57,000. The starting price of the Model 3, Tesla’s lowest-priced vehicle, was cut to just under $44,000 from $47,000.
The company’s decision to drop the base price of the Model 3, which had already been eligible for the federal tax credit, is a clear sign that demand had weakened, Abuelsamid noted.
Tesla has added two huge factories in Austin, Texas, and Berlin that are running at only a fraction of their output capacities, “which is undoubtedly costing them dearly,” Abuelsamid said. | https://www.kark.com/news/business/ap-tesla-cuts-vehicle-prices-in-bid-to-boost-flagging-demand/ | 2023-01-13 18:45:06 | 0 | https://www.kark.com/news/business/ap-tesla-cuts-vehicle-prices-in-bid-to-boost-flagging-demand/ |
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Odessa Police Department is asking for help from the community to locate a woman who has been missing since late April.
35-year-old Brittany Sawyer was last seen in Odessa on April 30. According to OPD, Sawyer does not have a vehicle and is frequently seen walking around town. She is described as 5’5″ tall, weighs approximately 130 pounds, and has blonde hair and blue eyes.
Anyone with information is asked to contact OPD at 432-333-3641 or Odessa Crime Stoppers at 432-333-TIPS and reference case #23-0005367. | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/opd-searching-for-missing-woman-last-seen-in-april/ | 2023-05-22 23:25:27 | 0 | https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/opd-searching-for-missing-woman-last-seen-in-april/ |
19-year-old beat man to death with hammer, rocks because he thought victim was ‘seducing’ him, police say
INDEPENDENCE COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT/Gray News) – An Arkansas man accused of beating another man to death claims he did it because he was afraid the victim was trying to “seduce” him.
A judge found probable cause this week to charge Matthew Earl Speakman, 19, with one count of first-degree murder, theft of property and felony possession of drug paraphernalia.
According to court documents, the 19-year-old is accused of beating 49-year-old Jason Anderson to death on May 17.
After receiving a phone call from a “hysterical female,” sheriff’s deputies discovered Anderson’s body in a bathtub at his home, the affidavit stated.
“Upon removing the deceased from the bathtub, deputies located a hammer, hammer handle, and three large rocks within the bathtub,” the court documents said.
Investigators also reported finding “bloody shoeprints on the floor of the living area coming from the bathroom area.”
During their investigation, detectives learned that Anderson “had an encounter” with Speakman earlier that morning.
A deputy located Speakman and noticed that his shoes appeared to “have the pattern of the bloody shoeprints found inside the residence of the deceased,” the affidavit stated.
After photographing the shoes, the deputy took Speakman to the sheriff’s office for a formal interview.
“Speakman stated the victim was nude, trying to seduce him into sex, and he found a hammer on the coffee table and struck him in the head at least four times and one time with a large set of rocks,” the affidavit stated. “Speakman stated he struck the victim one time in the head in the living area, and the rest of the strikes took place after the victim crawled to the bathtub and was inside the bathtub.”
Speakman told detectives he “was defending himself” but admitted that Anderson “stopped fighting against him after only a couple strikes with the hammer.”
According to the court documents, Speakman claimed he was “in fear that [Anderson] would try to have sex with him anyways.”
Jail records show Speakman is being held at the Independence County Jail on a $1 million bond.
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Early Childhood Education Franchise Opens in Alexandria, Brings Well-Rounded Program to the Community
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education that provides infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs, will open its newest school at 2450 Mill Road in Alexandria this winter. Located in the Carlyle Crossing development, the new school will provide a customized program that addresses the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of children while adhering to Virginia's early education standards.
Enrollment is now open, and community members are encouraged to visit Celebree School for tours, visits, and more information.
The new school is owned and operated by local husband-wife entrepreneurs Mohammad Ali and Ayesha Abdul. Mohammad grew up in Northern Virginia and established a career as a public accountant. Just after his 30th birthday and learning he'd be expecting his first child, he knew it was time to pursue a new career path that provided meaning and fulfillment in his life. That's when he found Celebree School. Mohammad will be actively involved in all operations of the school and while his wife, Ayesha, will continue her career as a primary care physician with the Virginia Hospital Center in Alexandria, she will be very involved behind the scenes helping with the school as well.
"I was searching for a meaningful business opportunity where I could make a difference in people's lives and in our community," said Ali. "Celebree School quickly stood out as a leader in early childhood education – something that is extremely important to us, especially as we are welcoming our son into the world this year. Being able to bring my child to school every day and watch him grow up through Celebree as we run the business first-hand, makes this opportunity extra special. We look forward to becoming a reliable, consistent, trusted member of the community – making an impact both inside and outside of the classroom."
School Director Jana Behm brings nearly three decades worth of early childhood education experience to Celebree School of Alexandria. She began her journey in 1994 as a pre-K teacher and has served in several supervisory and director roles. As a member of the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC) who regularly participates in training to further her own education and research-based practices, she is committed to providing the very best foundation for lifelong learning.
Celebree School lives by its promise to Grow People Big and Small™, and was founded on the belief that success in early childhood development is equal parts curriculum and a connection that extends beyond the classroom to address the needs of the whole child and the whole family. Each Celebree School is a village made up of parents, children, and educators while providing curriculum-based care that prepares your child for kindergarten and beyond.
With a 25-plus-year history of providing superior early childhood education, Celebree School delivers a stable, secure learning environment that helps children develop a lifelong love of learning. Programs are available for children six weeks to 12 years old with unique curriculums designed to develop positive social skills and values while allowing children to learn about their world through age-appropriate play, projects, and activities. Care is available full time and parents are allowed to drop in and visit at any time.
"We're honored to continue to help brilliant entrepreneurs like the Mohammad actualize his business goals and join our Celebree School family," said Richard Huffman, Founder and CEO of Celebree School. "As we continue to expand our brand's footprint through franchising, it's more important than ever that we partner with local community leaders who have a passion for early childhood education. The opening of this school brings me immense pride and joy. I know Mohammad and Ayesha are the perfect fit to help drive our mission forward."
The local Celebree team has already been hard at work engraining themselves in the community, hosting a December coat drive benefiting the Alexandria Community Shelter, breakfasts for residents at Carlyle Crossing and neighboring apartment complexes, and more. The team is also gearing up for its Scholastic Book Fair taking place at the school on February 16 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., free and open to the public.
Celebree School of Alexandria will be open Monday – Friday 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. For more information on Celebree School in Alexandria, and its upcoming grand opening event, please visit the local website, Facebook, Instagram, or call (703) 349-3998.
About Celebree School
Founded in 1994, Celebree School is a leader in early childhood education that provides infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs. With a mission to Grow People Big and Small™, Celebree School believes success in early childhood development is equal parts curriculum and connection. Each school employs a customized program that addresses the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of children and follows applicable state guidelines. In 2019, Celebree School launched its franchise offering. Learn more about how we grow confident children who are prepared for school and life at Celebree.com. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Media Contact: Kelly McNamara, Fishman Public Relations, KMcNamara@fishmanpr.com
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California banned affirmative action in public schools in 1996. NPR's A Martinez talks to Zachary Bleemer, incoming assistant professor of economics at Princeton University, about the ban's impact.
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California banned affirmative action in public schools in 1996. NPR's A Martinez talks to Zachary Bleemer, incoming assistant professor of economics at Princeton University, about the ban's impact.
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Matt Kinsey becomes leader of global educational organization
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Matt Kinsey, of Coral Springs, Florida, is the new International President of Toastmasters International, the world's leading organization devoted to communication and leadership skills development. Kinsey assumed the one-year term at the organization's 2022 International Convention, held in Nashville, Aug. 17-20.
Kinsey is the managing director and Chief Information Security Officer of IT Fusion, LLC in Coral Springs, Florida, which was formed in 2021 as a result of a merger between MK Tech Group and three other local IT firms. Kinsey oversees operations and security for this IT consulting firm that services small and medium-sized businesses in the South Florida area.
Kinsey holds a master's degree in computer information systems from the University of Phoenix, Arizona. He has a certificate in strategic management and was recognized with the Silver Beaver and Vigil Honor awards for his work with the Boy Scouts of America. As a Boy Scout volunteer for more than 25 years, he has held numerous positions within the organization, including Scoutmaster, district chairman, event chairman, and the council's camping chairman.
A Toastmaster since 2003, Kinsey is a charter member of his home club, Outspoken Toastmasters, in Coral Springs. He has held a number of high-profile leadership positions within Toastmasters and has attained the Distinguished Toastmaster designation—the highest level of educational achievement in the organization.
"I have learned that to be most successful, you need to lead with your heart and not your head," he says. "There is no finer program than Toastmasters for helping people build their self-confidence, communication and leadership skills."
As International President, Kinsey is the highest ranked officer on the Toastmasters Board of Directors. He joins the following newly elected officers on the Toastmasters International 2022–2023 Executive Committee:
- Morag Mathieson of Moehrendorf, Germany — International President-Elect
- Radhi Spear of Piscataway, N.J. — First Vice President
- Aletta Rochat of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa — Second Vice President
For more information about Toastmasters, visit www.toastmasters.org.
Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., the organization's membership exceeds 280,000 in more than 14,700 clubs in 144 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. For information about local Toastmasters clubs, please visit www.toastmasters.org. Follow @Toastmasters on Twitter.
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Lancaster County man sentenced to 25-to-50 years in prison after rape conviction
Lancaster County man sentenced to 25-to-50 years in prison after rape conviction
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Lancaster County man sentenced to 25-to-50 years in prison after rape conviction
A Lancaster County man was recently sentenced to 25-to-50 years in prison following a rape conviction, according to the district attorney's office.Steele Helton, 52, of Columbia, was found guilty in October of felony counts of rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and sexual assault.Prosecutors said Helton faced a mandatory sentence of 25-to-50 years because he is a second-strike sexual assault offender.The sexual assault happened in January 2021 at a home in Columbia.Prosecutors said that after the victim confronted Helton over the phone, he apologized. Helton also confirmed to police that he was present on the night of the assault, prosecutors said.
A Lancaster County man was recently sentenced to 25-to-50 years in prison following a rape conviction, according to the district attorney's office.
Steele Helton, 52, of Columbia, was found guilty in October of felony counts of rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and sexual assault.
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Prosecutors said Helton faced a mandatory sentence of 25-to-50 years because he is a second-strike sexual assault offender.
The sexual assault happened in January 2021 at a home in Columbia.
Prosecutors said that after the victim confronted Helton over the phone, he apologized. Helton also confirmed to police that he was present on the night of the assault, prosecutors said. | https://www.wgal.com/article/lancaster-county-man-sentenced-to-25-to-50-years-in-prison-following-rape-conviction/42571678 | 2023-01-19 18:52:25 | 0 | https://www.wgal.com/article/lancaster-county-man-sentenced-to-25-to-50-years-in-prison-following-rape-conviction/42571678 |
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand's government on Wednesday released its first-ever climate adaptation plan, which includes the possibility of moving some communities to higher ground.
But the six-year plan, which runs nearly 200 pages, comes up short on some important details, including how much the changes will cost and who will pay.
Climate Change Minister James Shaw told reporters that about 70,000 coastal homes in New Zealand were at risk from rising seas, and many more inland homes were at risk from flooding rivers. He said New Zealand had been slow to adapt to climate change, which would end up costing more money over time.
“I am frustrated that for the last three decades, successive governments have not paid any attention in any real form to the challenges that we face from the effects of climate change,” Shaw said. “We had to start somewhere.”
The National Adaptation Plan includes the possible relocation of low-lying homes and assets as rising seas and increased storms make flooding more common.
“In some highly exposed areas, the risk from natural hazard and climate impacts may become intolerable,” the report says. “Inundation of buildings and infrastructure will start to occur, leading to direct damage and loss of some facilities like roads or other lifeline services, and public open space.”
The report says that a “managed retreat” from such areas will often be considered a last resort, to be used in conjunction with other adaptations such as installing seawalls and raising houses on stilts.
Shaw said the costs for adaptation will be borne by a combination of homeowners, insurers, banks, local councils and central government. He said the government was taking hardship into account, and would target help to those least able to pay for changes themselves.
The plan also aims to make granular climate-change data more widely accessible, which in some cases could impact insurance rates and property prices.
Luke Harrington, a senior lecturer in climate change at the University of Waikato, said in a statement the report was a timely reminder that New Zealand needed to contend not only with rising seas, but also with other climate impacts such as more severe droughts and extreme rainfall.
“This National Adaptation Plan is a great first step towards addressing some of these challenges, though paucity remains in some of the details," he said.
The adaptation plan comes two months after the government released a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which includes a trial program to help lower-income people scrap their old gas guzzlers and replace them with cleaner hybrid or electric cars.
The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research said that the first six months of 2022 were the second-hottest ever recorded in New Zealand, with temperatures averaging 15 Celsius (59 Fahrenheit), about 1.2 C (2.2 F) above normal. | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/New-Zealand-climate-plan-includes-relocating-some-17347292.php | 2022-08-03 05:36:46 | 1 | https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/New-Zealand-climate-plan-includes-relocating-some-17347292.php |
NEW YORK, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. ("Innovative Industrial Properties") (NYSE: IIPR) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between May 7, 2020 and April 13, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Innovative Industrial Properties, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Innovative Industrial Properties includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Innovative Industrial Properties' focus is to be a cannabis company lender rather than a REIT; (2) that the true values of the Company's properties are significantly lower than Innovative Industrial Properties represents; (3) there are existential issues in its top customers; (4) as a result, its top customers may not be able to continue making payments to Innovative Industrial Properties and the Company would face significant issues replacing these customers; and (5) as a result, defendants' statements about its business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
Aggrieved Innovative Industrial Properties investors only have until June 24, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Night" game were:
8-7-8-7, WB: 1
(eight, seven, eight, seven; WB: one)
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Night" game were:
8-7-8-7, WB: 1
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Gov. Andy Beshear called out the Federal Emergency Management Agency for denying too many requests for assistance in flood-ravaged eastern Kentucky, where the number of people who died as a result of the disaster has risen to 39.
The official death count rose Thursday when an additional death was counted in Breathitt County, Beshear said. He didn't identify the person or provide other details.
“I ask the commonwealth to join me in praying for our fellow Kentuckians during this difficult time,” the Democratic governor said in a tweet.
Earlier this week, a high school athlete who spent days helping his fellow eastern Kentuckians clean up from the historic flooding was added as the 38th person to die as a result of the disaster.
Aaron “Mick” Crawford fell ill suddenly and died a few days later. His mother, Ronda Crawford, told the Lexington Herald-Leader that her son “went into cardiac arrest,” but the family still does not know what caused her son's death.
Surging waters last month swept away homes and inundated communities in the Appalachian region.
On Thursday, the governor reported that the stricken area was “likely out of the emergency phase of responding to this disaster.” Search-and-rescue teams that remained in the region to wait out additional threats of heavy rains have been given the green light to go home, Beshear said.
“That is a major step that we have been waiting to reach this moment, basically since the start of this,” the governor said.
As the massive cleanup continues, the governor ramped up pressure on federal emergency officials to do more to help more people rebuild their lives.
Beshear complained Thursday that FEMA is denying too many requests for assistance, and urged people getting turned down to take their cases directly to agency personnel in the region. The governor said “we need to see better outcomes” for more eastern Kentuckians applying to FEMA for recovery assistance.
Beshear said he conveyed his concerns to President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and top FEMA administrators. Beshear accompanied Biden during a visit to the region Monday, when the president declared the federal government would provide support until residents were back on their feet.
The governor criticized the application process, saying flood victims were being denied assistance when lacking necessary documents.
FEMA Press Secretary Jeremy Edwards responded Thursday night that agency personnel will be in the flood-stricken region “as long as it takes” to help Kentuckians recover. Edwards said the agency’s leadership is working to “reduce barriers and cut red tape.”
“If you were denied assistance, that is not necessarily the end of the road,” Edwards said. “Something as simple as a missing document can cause an application to be deemed ineligible. The system isn’t perfect, and we know that the bureaucracy can be frustrating.” | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/FEMA-faces-criticism-for-response-as-flood-death-17369222.php | 2022-08-12 14:21:16 | 1 | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/FEMA-faces-criticism-for-response-as-flood-death-17369222.php |
PITTSBURGH, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "I deal with frequent back pain and discomfort," said an inventor from Virginia Beach, "so I invented this device to stretch out my muscles and relieve pain."
This invention consists of a portable and adaptable physical therapy device that could be used to stretch out sore muscles, massage affected areas and relieve back pain. Its convenient design allows it to be transported and easily used anywhere. By incorporating the use of this invention into their routine, users could potentially supplement physical therapy regimens when recovering from an injury, or use this to exercise.
The original design was submitted to the Naples sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 21-DNV-451, 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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In Biden’s big bill: Climate, health care, deficit reduction
By LISA MASCARO
AP Congressional Correspondent
WASHINGTON (AP) — The biggest investment ever in the U.S. to fight climate change. A hard-fought cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for seniors in the Medicare program. A new corporate minimum tax to ensure big businesses pay their share. And billions leftover to pay down federal deficits. All told, the Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act may not do much to immediately tame inflationary price hikes. But the package heading toward final passage in Congress and to the White House for President Joe Biden’s signature will touch countless American lives with longtime party proposals. Here’s a look at what’s in the estimated $740 billion economic package. | https://kion546.com/news/2022/08/11/in-bidens-big-bill-climate-health-care-deficit-reduction/ | 2022-08-12 06:26:42 | 0 | https://kion546.com/news/2022/08/11/in-bidens-big-bill-climate-health-care-deficit-reduction/ |
NOVATO, Calif., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Eczema Association (NEA) announced today that it was presented with two top prizes from the eHealthcare Leadership Awards for its app, EczemaWise. EczemaWise received the highest-level Platinum prize in the categories of both Best Care/Disease Management and Best Mobile App. The award recipients in all categories were announced on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.
An estimated 31 million Americans of all ages live with eczema, a complex disease without a known cause or cure, and a lived experience that affects everyone differently. Eczema is also a chronic condition, meaning it needs to be managed over the long term and it can have a significant impact on a person's overall wellbeing, as well as affecting sleep and mental health. NEA developed EczemaWise with input from the eczema community and physicians to help individuals manage their eczema and improve their quality of life.
EczemaWise allows adult patients and caregivers of young children to track eczema symptoms, triggers and treatments, log photos and read up on the latest eczema news and tips so they can feel more in control of their condition and engaged in their care. EczemaWise also facilitates shared decision making between patients and physicians with tools that help patients prepare for a doctor's visit and keep track of their eczema between visits.
In the eHealthcare Leadership Awards evaluation, one of the judges called EczemaWise "a great tool to improve overall health and wellness."
EczemaWise is free and available as a web app as well as a mobile app through the Apple App Store and Google Play. Learn more and sign up at EczemaWise.org
Founded in 1988, the National Eczema Association (NEA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the largest patient advocacy organization serving the over 31 million Americans who live with eczema and those who care for them. NEA provides programs and resources to elevate the diverse lived experience of eczema, and help patients and caregivers understand their disease, actively engage in their care, find strength in one another – and improve their lives. Additionally, NEA advances critical eczema research and partners with key stakeholders to ensure the patient voice is represented and valued in education, care and treatment decision-making. The eczema community is at an exciting juncture, with increased recognition of the seriousness and burden of eczema and a surge in scientific interest and development of new treatments. Bolstered by NEA's strategic plan, Blueprint 2025, we are driving toward the ultimate vision: a world without eczema. Learn more at NationalEczema.org.
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US law based on anti-Latino racism fuels immigration fight
LAS VEGAS (AP) — As thousands of children were taken from their parents at the southern border during a Trump administration crackdown on illegal crossings, a federal public defender in San Diego set out to find new strategies to go after the longstanding deportation law fueling the family separations.
The resulting legal defense that Kara Hartzler would help draft in the coming years — work that continued even after a judge halted the general practice at the U.S.-Mexico border in June 2018 — was unprecedented.
It exposed Section 1326 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which makes it a crime to unlawfully return to the U.S. after deportation, removal or denied admission, as racist and a violation of equal protection rights guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment.
And it became the legal framework for a never-before-seen ruling in August 2021 by Nevada U.S. District Judge Miranda Du. She struck down the law as unconstitutional and discriminatory against Latinos when she dismissed an illegal reentry charge against Mexican immigrant Gustavo Carrillo Lopez, though she didn’t block enforcement and prosecutions haven’t stopped as the government appeals the case.
Du’s 43-page ruling cited much of Hartzler’s legal defense. “The record before the Court reflects that at no point has Congress confronted the racist, nativist roots of Section 1326,” the judge wrote.
Hartzler, who has spent the last decade as a federal public defender in California, said she was blown away when she learned of the ruling.
“When you’ve been working in law for as long as I have, you know that just because you’re legally right doesn’t mean you always win,” she said. “There’s a lot of forces at work in making legal decisions.”
The potentially precedent-setting case has been in legal limbo for more than a year as a federal court in California considers the Justice Department’s appeal defending the law. Despite the ongoing battle in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, the Nevada case has shined a national spotlight on the little-known history of Section 1326.
“It really is an ill-understood law when you think about the degree to which it is based on explicitly racist and white supremacist ideology,” said Sirine Shebaya, executive director of the nonprofit National Immigration Project.
Section 1326, along with its misdemeanor counterpart Section 1325, which criminalizes unauthorized entry, was enacted by Congress in 1952.
But the law’s origins can be traced back a century to the 1920s — a decade described by UCLA history professor and leading Section 1326 researcher Kelly Lytle Hernandez as “a time when the Ku Klux Klan was reborn, Jim Crow came of age, and public intellectuals preached the science of eugenics.”
Many of the key elements that formed the legal defense now being considered by the 9th Circuit came from Hernandez’s findings on Section 1326′s discriminatory background.
With Congress’ sights in the 1920s set on legislation that would block “undesirable” immigration, the National Origins Act of 1924 was enacted, establishing a cap on how many immigrants could enter the U.S. under a system that reserved 96% of slots for European immigrants and included a total ban on Asian immigrants.
Exempt from that system, however, were immigrants from the Western Hemisphere, including Mexico. Hernandez, who was called as an expert witness in the Nevada case, said the exception came as a compromise between nativist lawmakers and employers who had come to rely heavily on cheap labor from Mexico.
But before the decade’s end, South Carolina Sen. Coleman Livingston Blease would orchestrate a new deal with employers that led to the Undesirable Aliens Act of 1929.
Under this new law, unauthorized entry into the U.S. became illegal, allowing Congress to limit immigration from Mexico without implementing an outright ban.
Blease, Hernandez said, was a “proud white supremacist” who advocated for segregation and defended lynching. “That alone requires some reckoning with.”
Nearly a century later, the Justice Department has conceded that the 1929 law was motivated by racism. But in oral arguments in early December before the 9th Circuit, an attorney for the U.S. government argued later revisions — like Section 1326 — made it constitutional.
Du’s ruling, however, points out that the 1952 revision establishing Section 1326 had adopted language “word for word” from the 1929 legislation, and since then, penalties — that range from prison time to permanent deportation — have stiffened at least five times.
Justice Department attorneys have also conceded that Section 1326 “bears more heavily on Mexican and Latinx individuals,” but argued the disparity is “a product of geography, not discrimination,” as well as “a feature of Mexico’s proximity to the United States, the history of Mexican employment patterns, and other socio-political and economic factors that drive migration from Mexico to the United States.”
Between October 2021 and September this year, the federal government’s fiscal year, 96% of people charged under Section 1326 were from Mexico, Central America, South America and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands.
Section 1325 and 1326 cases are among the most prosecuted charges by the federal government, hitting record numbers in the 2019 budget year, when nearly 90,000 people were charged under Section 1325 and nearly 25,500 under Section 1326. The number of prosecutions have fallen since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the Justice Department continues to prosecute tens of thousands of people annually for illegal reentry.
This fiscal year, for example, the Justice Department under the Biden administration prosecuted 13,670 cases under Section 1326. The vast majority of those defendants were charged in border states, including Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.
“If you look at this law dispassionately and without political motivations, the facts of the legislation, how it was enacted and its impact on immigrants from Latinx countries, the case is really clear,” said Shebaya, of the National Immigration Project. “There is a clear equal protections violation.”
There is no deadline for the 9th Circuit to issue its ruling on the Justice Department’s appeal.
In the meantime, the U.S. government continues to pursue Section 1326 cases across the country because Du’s order did not include an injunction on the statute.
“It’s still pretty outrageous that they are continuing to pursue them,” Shebaya said, “given a court order saying they are unconstitutional.”
At the same time, some of the thousands of children separated from their parents during the Trump administration still have not been reunited.
Under Trump’s immigration policy, all adults crossing the border without authorization were charged with illegal entry. Because children cannot be jailed with their parents, Health and Human Services took custody of the children. No reunification system was put in place.
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Federal health officials have notified Congress of a data breach that could involve the information of more than 100,000 people.
A representative of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said Thursday that attackers gained access to the department’s data by exploiting a vulnerability in widely used file-transfer software.
Other government agencies, major pension funds and private businesses also have been affected by a Russian ransomware gang’s so-called supply chain hack of the software MOVEit.
The HHS official did not provide details on the type of data affected but said none of the department’s systems or networks were compromised. Instead, the hackers accessed data managed by third-party vendors that the official did not name.
HHS reported to Congress on Tuesday what it considers to be a “major incident,” which occurs when the data of 100,000 people or more is affected, the official said.
The breach of the MOVEit file-transfer program, discovered last month, is estimated by cybersecurity experts to have compromised hundreds of organizations globally. Confirmed victims include the U.S. Department of Energy, other federal agencies, more than 9 million motorists in Oregon and Louisiana, Johns Hopkins University, Ernst & Young, the BBC and British Airways.
On Wednesday, the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System said the data of more than 171,000 retirees and beneficiaries was involved in the breach. Last week, California’s public pension fund said the personal data of more than 769,000 retired workers and beneficiaries had been stolen.
The parent company of MOVEit’s U.S. maker, Progress Software, alerted customers to the breach on May 31 and issued a patch. But cybersecurity researchers say scores — maybe hundreds — of companies could by then have had sensitive data quietly exfiltrated.
The Cl0p ransomware syndicate behind the hack has indicated that it would extort victims, threatening to dump their data online if they don’t pay up.
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Seattle Kraken (31-18-6, third in the Pacific Division) vs. San Jose Sharks (17-28-11, seventh in the Pacific Division)
San Jose, California; Monday, 1 p.m. Pacific Time
BOTTOM LINE: The Seattle Kraken visit the San Jose Sharks after Jordan Eberle scored two goals in the Kraken's 4-2 win against the Detroit Red Wings.
San Jose has gone 17-28-11 overall with a 2-9-6 record in Pacific Division games. The Sharks have a 9-12-4 record in games their opponents commit fewer penalties.
Seattle is 31-18-6 overall with a 9-6-2 record against the Pacific Division. The Kraken have scored 193 total goals (3.5 per game) to rank fifth in league play.
The teams meet Monday for the second time this season. The Kraken won 8-5 in the last meeting. Eberle led the Kraken with two goals.
TOP PERFORMERS: Erik Karlsson has scored 18 goals with 55 assists for the Sharks. Logan Couture has three goals and seven assists over the past 10 games.
Vince Dunn has nine goals and 31 assists for the Kraken. Eberle has three goals and seven assists over the past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Sharks: 3-5-2, averaging 2.5 goals, 4.2 assists, 4.1 penalties and 10.2 penalty minutes while giving up 2.9 goals per game.
Kraken: 5-4-1, averaging 3.1 goals, 5.2 assists, 3.1 penalties and eight penalty minutes while giving up 2.6 goals per game.
INJURIES: Sharks: Markus Nutivaara: out (lower body), Luke Kunin: out for season (knee), Jonah Gadjovich: out (upper-body), Radim Simek: out (undisclosed).
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HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans look to be headed for their worst season in years.
The undefeated Eagles beat the Texans 29-17 on Thursday night, Houston's third straight loss since the season’s only win over the Jaguars on Oct. 9.
The Texans (1-6-1) have arrived at the halfway mark of the season as one of two NFL teams with a lone victory.
Houston had four wins in each of the last two seasons — and might not match that this season. The worst seasons in franchise history? In 2005 and 2013, with a 2-14 record.
At this point, it might be better not to win any more games so they can try to top the one-win Lions for the No. 1 pick in next year's draft; currently, the Texans are trailing Detroit for that right after squandering a 17-point fourth-quarter lead in a 20-20 tie with Indianapolis in the season opener.
Houston went with defense in the draft last year with the third overall pick — no elite quarterbacks were available — selecting cornerback Derek Stingley.
If this season keeps going downhill, they could have some great options in the draft to replace quarterback Davis Mills, who has not improved in his second season. Mills has 10 touchdowns with eight interceptions, capped by two in the second half against the Eagles.
Alabama QB Bryce Young or Ohio State signal-caller C.J. Stroud would pair nicely on Houston’s offense with rookie running back Dameon Pierce.
For most teams, looking ahead to the draft this early would seem silly. But for fans of these Texans, it’s the only way to hold be optimistic with nine games left in what seems almost certain to be another dreadful campaign.
WHAT’S WORKING
Virtually the only good thing about this team is the play of Pierce and Houston’s other rookies. Pierce, a fourth-round pick, has improved a running game that ranked 32nd in the NFL last season.
He had a career-high 139 yards rushing in Thursday’s loss to move into fourth in the NFL with 678 yards rushing.
“What we want to be a running football team, physical running attack — our tailback kind of says it all in what we would like to be,” coach Lovie Smith said.
Houston has eight rookies that have started at least one game this season. Stingley and safety Jalen Pitre, a second-round pick, have started every week.
“They’re on the football field because we think they give us the best chance to win,” Smith said. “We start with that. Are they our future? Yes. You really get excited talking about all of the young players that we have that are contributing right now getting better weekly.”
WHAT NEEDS HELP
There's many things to choose, but the biggest problem is the run defense — again.
Smith, who was promoted from defensive coordinator to head coach this offseason, vowed to improve Houston’s run defense, which was ranked near the bottom of the league for the past two seasons.
Instead, things have gotten even worse. The Texans are allowing an NFL-high 180.6 yards rushing a game. Derrick Henry ran for 219 yards last week when the Titans torched Houston for 314 yards rushing — the second-most in franchise history.
STOCK UP
Rookie TE Teagan Quitoriano made his NFL debut Thursday and grabbed a 2-yard touchdown pass on his first career reception on Houston’s opening drive. Quitoriano is a fifth-round pick who missed all season with a knee injury.
STOCK DOWN
Veteran receiver Brandin Cooks was inactive Thursday night, two days after he wasn’t traded following days of speculation that it would happen.
Cooks didn’t play after not practicing all week.
Smith said it was due to personal reasons and expects Cooks, who leads the team with 354 yards receiving, to return to the team, though it’s unclear what his role will be moving forward.
If he doesn’t play in the upcoming weeks, it will be a blow to a passing game that is already struggling, averaging just 188.6 yards a game to rank 27th in the league.
INJURIES
WR Nico Collins missed a second straight game with a groin injury and could remain out next week, too. ... OL Justin McCray could return next week after getting a concussion in the game against the Titans.
KEY NUMBER
251 – Pierce already has 251 more yards rushing than the paltry 427 that Rex Burkhead finished with as the team’s leading rusher last year.
NEXT STEPS
With the season already lost, the last nine games will be a time for Houston’s rookies to continue to develop. The experience will be important as Houston tries to turn things around in 2023.
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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Taking home Lord Stanley’s Cup isn’t the only thing on the line when the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Colorado Avalanche take the ice Wednesday night.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock have a friendly bet as to who will come out on top in the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.
“Alright Mayor Hancock, the bet is on and our Tampa Bay Lightning are playing to win!” Mayor Castor said. “Lord Stanley wants to keep his tan and stay right here in Champa Bay! GO BOLTS!”
The winner gets an assortment of staple goods from the losing team’s city.
Mayor Castor offered up food from The Columbia Restaurant, some cigars from JC Newman Cigars and pastries from La Segunda Bakery.
Mayor Hancock is putting Colorado steaks and a case of Denver’s local craft beer on the line. The loser also of course has to wear the winning team’s jersey.
It started with some trash talk Mayor Castor sent to WFLA’s sister station KDVR.
“As you well know, our back-to-back Stanley Cup champs are in Denver this week for Games 1 and 2 of the Stanley Cup Final! Stammer, Kuch, Heddy…all our boys know that lord Stanley needs to keep his Florida tan.” Castor said in the video.
Mayor Hancock quickly responded telling Mayor Castor to put her money where her mouth is.
“So, I heard Mayor Jane Castor said it’s time for Lord Stanley to get his Tampa tan once again,” Mayor Hancock said in a video. “Well, we happen to believe that Lord Stanley belongs in the great state of Colorado, in the Mile High city of Denver, Colorado. We expect our Colorado Avs to bring home the Stanley Cup. And when they do, mayor Castor, I’m going to put on the line our great beer, our great steak, and I expect to see you in the Colorado Avs jersey. Go Avs!”
Thus the wager was born.
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Final outcomes comparing acute grade ≥2 genitourinary toxicity following MRI- vs. CT-guided prostate SBRT presented at ASTRO 2022
DENVER, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewRay, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRAY) announced today that the final primary endpoint results from the phase III randomized single-center MIRAGE trial were presented at the 64th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) being held October 23-26, 2022, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The trial was independently conducted by investigators at UCLA and compared MRIdian MRI-guided SBRT vs. CT-guided SBRT for localized prostate cancer.
Final outcomes of the phase III randomized trial comparing acute grade ≥2 genitourinary (GU) toxicity following MRIdian MRI-guided vs. CT-guided prostate SBRT determined that MRI-guidance significantly reduced acute grade ≥2 GU and gastrointestinal (GI) toxicity. In the trial, 156 patients were randomized and received MRIdian MRI-guided SBRT or CT-guided SBRT (40 Gy in five fractions). Acute grade ≥2 GU toxicity rates were significantly lower with MRI-guidance vs. CT-guidance (24.4% in the MRI group vs. 43.4% in the CT group). Rates of acute grade ≥2 GI toxicity were also significantly lower with MRI-guidance (0.0% in the MRI group vs. 10.5% in the CT group). On multivariable analysis, which controls for differences in the use of hydrogel spacer, prostate size, and baseline urinary symptoms, the MRI-guidance arm was associated with a 60% reduction in odds of grade ≥2 GU toxicity.
Perhaps even more notably, there were improvements in multiple patient-reported outcomes. Significantly more patients receiving CT-guided SBRT experienced large increases in urinary symptoms, as measured by a >15 points increase in International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) (6.8% in the MRI group vs. 19.4% in the CT group). Similarly, a significantly greater percentage of patients experienced a clinically notable decrease in bowel-related quality of life with CT-guided, as measured by the Expanded Prostate Cancer Index Composite-26 (EPIC-26) survey (25.0% in the MRI group vs. 50.0% in the CT group). Finally, though it is too early to draw final conclusions as more than 2/3rds of men on the trial received hormonal therapy, exploratory analysis in men who did not receive hormonal therapy showed that patient-reported, sexual-function scores (by EPIC-26) decreased more in men receiving CT-guided SBRT.
"A major consideration with prostate SBRT is the margin of normal tissue around the target that is exposed to high-dose radiation. The highly positive final results of our phase III MIRAGE trial show that when MRI-guidance is used to shrink this margin, there are significant improvements in both physician-scored and patient-reported toxicity in terms of urinary and bowel side effects," said Amar Kishan, MD., Associate Professor and Chief of the Genitourinary Oncology Service at UCLA. "UCLA has had a robust, leading SBRT program since 2010, and we have long offered this to our patients using a CT-guided platform. With the positive results of our trial, we have shifted to almost exclusively offering MRI-guided SBRT. Though differences in late toxicity will take years to manifest, in the interim, these data provide strong support for the use of this advanced technology to treat with unprecedented tight margins."
The MRIdian system provides oncologists outstanding anatomical visualization through diagnostic-quality MR images and the ability to adapt a radiation therapy plan to the targeted cancer with the patient on the table. This combination allows physicians to define tight treatment margins to avoid unnecessary radiation exposure of vulnerable organs-at-risk and healthy tissue and allows the delivery of ablative radiation doses in five or fewer treatment sessions, without relying on implanted markers. By providing real-time continuous tracking of the target and organs-at-risk, MRIdian enables automatic gating of the radiation beam if the target moves outside the user-defined margins. This allows for delivery of the prescribed dose to the target, while sparing surrounding healthy tissue and critical structures, which results in minimizing toxicities typically associated with conventional radiation therapy.
To date, nearly 27,000 patients have been treated with MRIdian. Currently, 54 MRIdian systems are installed at hospitals around the world where they are used to treat a wide variety of solid tumors and are the focus of numerous ongoing research efforts. MRIdian has been the subject of hundreds of peer-reviewed publications, scientific meeting abstracts, and presentations. For a list of treatment centers, please visit: https://viewray.com/find-mridian-mri-guided-radiation-therapy/
Conflicts of Interest: Amar Kishan, M.D. discloses research funding from the Department of Defense, the National Institutes of Health, the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Foundation, the Prostate Cancer Foundation, and the American Society for Radiation Oncology. He also discloses research support, not related to this study, from ViewRay, Inc. He discloses consulting fees from ViewRay, Inc. and Varian Medical Systems, Inc. Dr. Kishan also discloses low-value stock held in ViewRay Inc.
Disclaimer: Nothing in this material is intended to provide specific medical advice or to take the place of written law or regulations.
Safety Statement
The MRIdian Linac System is not appropriate for all patients, including those who are not candidates for magnetic resonance imaging. Radiation treatments may cause side effects that can vary depending on the part of the body being treated. The most frequent ones are typically temporary and may include, but are not limited to, irritation to the respiratory, digestive, urinary, or reproductive systems; fatigue; nausea; skin irritation; and hair loss. In some patients, side effects can be severe. Treatment sessions may vary in complexity and duration. Radiation treatment is not appropriate for all cancers. You should discuss the potential for side effects and their severity as well as the benefits of radiation and magnetic resonance imaging with your doctor to make sure radiation treatment is right for you.
About ViewRay
ViewRay, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRAY), designs, manufactures, and markets the MRIdian® MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy System. MRIdian is built upon a proprietary high-definition MR imaging system designed from the ground up to address the unique challenges and clinical workflow for advanced radiation oncology. Unlike MR systems used in diagnostic radiology, MRIdian's high-definition MR was purpose-built to address specific challenges, including beam distortion, skin toxicity, and other concerns that potentially may arise when high magnetic fields interact with radiation beams. ViewRay and MRIdian are registered trademarks of ViewRay, Inc.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. Statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, ViewRay's financial guidance for the full year 2022, anticipated future orders, anticipated future operating and financial performance, treatment results, therapy adoption, innovation, and the performance of the MRIdian systems. Actual results could differ from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Such factors include, among others, the ability to commercialize the MRIdian Linac System, demand for ViewRay's products, the ability to convert backlog into revenue, the timing of delivery of ViewRay's products, the timing, length, and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its impacts across our businesses on demand, our operations and global supply chains, the results and other uncertainties associated with clinical trials, the ability to raise the additional funding needed to continue to pursue ViewRay's business and product development plans, the inherent uncertainties associated with developing new products or technologies, competition in the industry in which ViewRay operates, and overall market conditions. For a further description of the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to ViewRay's business in general, see ViewRay's current and future reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, as updated periodically with the Company's other filings with the SEC. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and ViewRay assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
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Moderate quake jolts southern Iranian province, killing 1
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iranian media are reporting that a magnitude 5.6 earthquake has struck a southern Iranian province, killing at least one person and injuring more than 30 others. The quake 22 kilometers (14 miles) northeast of Kish Island in Hormozgan province happened at 8:07 a.m. local time and struck at a depth of 22 kilometers (14 miles), according to Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency. IRNA, quoting the head of the Kish Island hospital, said four people suffered fractures from falling. One person suffered a concussion, a fracture and bleeding due to falling from the third floor of a building. That person died. Kish Island, located in the Persian Gulf, is 1,025 kilometers (some 640 miles) south of Tehran. | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/06/25/moderate-quake-jolts-southern-iranian-province-killing-1/ | 2022-06-25 13:19:08 | 0 | https://kion546.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/06/25/moderate-quake-jolts-southern-iranian-province-killing-1/ |
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Ex-FBI agent sentenced for gambling government money in Las Vegas
The money was meant for an undercover FBI operation in Las Vegas
A federal judge in Nevada rejected recommendations for probation and sentenced an ex-FBI agent from New York to three months in custody for using government money he received for an undercover operation to gamble in Las Vegas.
U.S. District Judge Gloria Navarro told the former agent, Scott F. Carpenter, 40, on Wednesday that she’ll decide before he self-surrenders Nov. 18 whether he can serve his sentence in home confinement, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported.
Carpenter's attorneys did not immediately respond Thursday to messages seeking comment.
According to court documents, Carpenter admitted losing $13,500 in July 2017 playing blackjack at the Bellagio with government money that had been allocated to him and three other agents for expenses and "bribery" cash during an undercover investigation.
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Carpenter’s lawyers provided testimonials about him, his FBI work and his U.S. Army military service in Iraq. A federal prosecutor told the judge that Carpenter self-reported misuse of the money and immediately took steps to pay it back.
But the judge said lawbreaking by federal officers "undermines the community’s trust in law enforcement," the Review-Journal reported. She also noted that Carpenter was charged with a misdemeanor rather than a felony and continued to work as an FBI agent until after he pleaded guilty in February to conversion of government money. | https://www.foxnews.com/us/ex-fbi-agent-sentenced-gambling-government-money-las-vegas | 2022-08-19 20:46:03 | 1 | https://www.foxnews.com/us/ex-fbi-agent-sentenced-gambling-government-money-las-vegas |
BRUSSELS (AP) — The 27 European Union countries on Tuesday formally adopted new rules that should help the bloc reduce its contribution to global deforestation by regulating the trade in a series of products driving the decrease in forested areas across the world.
Under the legislation, companies trading palm oil, cattle, wood, coffee, cocoa, rubber and soy will need to verify that the goods they sell in the EU haven’t led to deforestation and forest degradation anywhere in the world since 2021.
The regulation also covers derived products such as chocolate or printed paper.
Forests are an important natural means of removing greenhouse gas emissions from the atmosphere, since plants absorb carbon dioxide when they grow.
According to the World Resource Institute, a forested area the size of 10 soccer fields disappears in the world every minute and the EU says that without the new regulation it could be responsible for the loss of 248,000 hectares (612,000 acres) of deforestation per year — a surface almost as large as member country Luxembourg.
“Effectively implemented, the law could significantly reduce greenhouse emissions that result from the clearing of tropical forests for food and other commodities,” said Stientje van Veldhoven, the World Resource Institute regional director for Europe. “And it could help protect critical biodiversity and water resources in tropical rainforests.”
The law will force companies to show that goods they import comply with rules in the country of origin, including on human rights and the protection of Indigenous people.
Van Veldhoven added that the EU should now cooperate with producing countries to make sure they can adapt to the new legislation without hurting their economies and people’s livelihoods.
“This will require incentives for vulnerable groups like smallholder farmers to shift toward deforestation-free practices, ensuring they do not get left behind in this transition,” she said.
Forests around the world are increasingly under threat from clearance for timber and agriculture, including soybean and palm oil. The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that 420 million hectares (1.6 million square miles) of forest — an area larger than the EU — were destroyed between 1990 and 2020.
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(The Hill) — After former President Donald Trump learned he was being indicted late last month, he took to the Truth Social platform to ask a question he and other Republicans have posed many times: “Where’s Hunter?”
Trump was referring to Hunter Biden, the president’s son, who has been under federal investigation in recent years for tax fraud and alleged unethical relationships with foreign governments.
The former president and his allies have seized on Hunter Biden, seeking to make the case that the president’s son has eluded criminal charges. The question has become a kind of dog-whistle to Trump’s base, even appearing on T-shirts and bumper stickers.
“He has totally disappeared!” Trump wrote in a Twitter post in 2019.
President Biden’s sister Valerie Biden Owens, left, and son Hunter Biden look on as a child hands President Biden a toy Air Force One as he greets people at Dublin International Airport in Dublin, Ireland, on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.
During President Joe Biden’s campaign and the early months of his presidency, Hunter Biden did keep a relatively low profile.
But lately that has changed, with the president’s son maintaining a steady presence at White House events.
This week, for example, he joined family members including his young son, Beau, at the Easter Egg Roll, after spending the holiday weekend with the Biden family at Camp David.
And as the president traveled to Ireland a day later, Hunter Biden was at his side along with his aunt, President Biden’s sister Valerie Owens.
Before leaving on the trip, Biden told reporters that both family members “hadn’t been there before.”
Hunter Biden’s more-frequent presence comes as he has sought to go on the offensive after years of incoming fire from Republicans, marking a shift in strategy.
In February, he requested a criminal probe into Trump’s allies who he says stole information on his personal laptop to use against him.
The House GOP majority entering its 100th day in power has vowed to put Hunter Biden at the center of its investigations.
White House allies are confident those GOP investigations will backfire, pointing to polling that indicates the American public doesn’t care about the younger Biden’s business dealings.
“He clearly feels like he has been mistreated and is trying to control the narrative,” said one Democratic strategist.
Hunter Biden’s presence in the presidential delegation to Ireland — his first foreign trip during his father’s administration — created headlines for the president, including on Fox News.
“Biden takes son Hunter and sister Valerie to Ireland as investigations heat up,” a headline on Fox News read, referring to the House inquiries.
Other conservative sites also jumped on the story.
“Let’s just remind the Newsmax viewers: When Hunter flew with Vice President Biden on Air Force 2 to China, the week after he came home, he inked a deal for $1.3 billion with the national bank of communist China, a deal that JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs could never have gotten,” Sebastian Gorka, who served as an adviser to Trump during his presidency, said on the Newsmax show “Rob Schmitt Tonight” on Tuesday evening.
“So, my question is, what deal is Hunter going to get from some Irish billionaire next week?”
A White House spokesperson said the president’s son would be covering personal expenses on the trip.
“Historically, family members of presidents and first ladies have frequently joined them during international travel,” the spokesperson said. “Current practices are consistent with those used by prior administration.”
Trump, for example, also took his two adult sons, Donald Jr. and Eric, to Ireland on a 2019 trip, when the two made headlines for going on a pub crawl the night before commemorating the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
Hunter Biden has appeared at other White House events in recent months including the state dinner in December honoring French President Emmanuel Macron.
But on the trip to Ireland this week, Biden’s son was front-and-center at times alongside his father.
After landing in rainy Dublin, Hunter Biden—who was photographed carrying an umbrella for his father as the president talked to the Taoiseach and diplomatic officials — also accompanied his father to a firehouse off the tarmac, where Biden delivered brief remarks and spoke to a crowd of 250 embassy officials and their children.
When one of the children asked a question about the “top step to success” and Biden didn’t understand the gist of it, Hunter Biden sought to clarify.
“What’s the key to success?” the younger Biden told his dad.
Later, while President Biden recounted a story about the late Sen. Jesse Helms (R) and mistakingly said he was from South Carolina, Hunter Biden interjected with “North.”
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Weeks before President Joe Biden made his first address to Congress in 2021, a graphic video was released of a Black man being killed at the hands of police.
The country watched the now hauntingly familiar scene play out across its screens. Family members tearfully pleaded for change. Lawmakers in Washington pledged to pass meaningful reform.
Biden pumped momentum into talks during the nationally televised address telling Congress to “get it done” by the next month, the anniversary of a Minneapolis police officer’s killing of another Black man, George Floyd.
“We’ve all seen the knee of injustice on the neck of Black Americans,” the Democratic president said. “Now is our opportunity to make some real progress.”
And then, as before, negotiations fell apart along partisan lines, pushing the issue of police brutality to the back of the line of legislative priorities, underscoring again how Congress often fails to deliver solutions even when there is broad agreement on the problem.
Nearly two years later, as Biden begins his third year in office, there is another deadly sequel. A video released last week showed the violent Jan. 7 encounter between Tyre Nichols and the Memphis, Tennessee, police officers who savagely beat the 29-year-old Black FedEx worker for three minutes while screaming profanities at him.
Nichols was hospitalized and died days later. Five police officers, who also are Black, have been fired and charged with second-degree murder and other offenses in his beating and death. On Monday, two more Memphis police officers were disciplined and three emergency medical technicians were fired in connection with the case.
Nichols' parents are set to attend Biden's State of the Union address next week, hoping to increase pressure on the president and Washington. And the same lawmakers who were close to a deal the last time are now looking to see if any remnants of a compromise have the chance of passing a newly divided Congress.
“I don’t speak on this floor very often,” Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., said on the Senate floor Monday. “But this is my 10th speech on policing in America in eight years.”
Scott went on to call out Democrats for asking him to “come back to the table" following the release of the Nichols video over the weekend despite blocking his legislation from passing two years ago.
“I never left the table,” the only Black Republican senator said in an emotional speech.
Scott emerged as one of the lead negotiators in the Senate after the brutal police killing of Floyd in 2020. He and Democratic Sen. Cory Booker — two of the three Black men serving in the chamber — embarked on a nine-month, painstaking negotiation.
The talks focused on writing compromise legislation curbing law enforcement agencies’ use of force and making them more accountable for abuses. But negotiations stalled over Democrats’ demands to make individual police officers accused of abuses liable for civil penalties. It’s currently difficult to pursue such actions, called “qualified immunity,” in all but the most egregious cases. Republicans and law enforcement groups like the Fraternal Order of Police have resisted easing those limitations.
Still, the group walked away in agreement on banning chokeholds, curbing the transfer of military equipment to police and increasing funds for mental health programs, which address problems that often lead to encounters with law enforcement officers.
Those agreements are now the foundation for any negotiations in the wake of Nichols' death. “It’s such a tragedy that they got so damn close,” Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., said of the past negotiations. “The good news is there are plenty of pieces that were there that they can pick back up.”
The conversations between Scott and Booker began over the weekend and are expected to continue through this week. In the House, Rep. Steve Horsford, D-Nev., the chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, reached out to set up a meeting with Scott and the White House, separately.
“Despite the dysfunction in Washington, D.C., this is something that all of us can agree that regardless of party, of the region of the country, bad policing shouldn’t exist anywhere in America,” Horsford said.
On Monday, several Democrats indicated that they are open to negotiations on even the most hard-fought police reform proposals, even if they fall short of the proposal the party passed in the House after Floyd's death.
But whether Republicans will agree remains unclear. Republicans now control the House and are moving forward with legislation that would call out any effort to “defund the police.” And Democrats have a very slim majority in the 100-seat Senate.
“I don’t know if there are 60 votes for anything in the Senate,” Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said Monday. “I have been pretty open-minded about trying to do reasonable police reform. It made sense to me then, and it does now, but we’ll see where the space is.”
GOP Sen. John Cornyn of Texas, who helped pass a modest police reform bill last year, also was dismissive of the idea an accord could be reached, saying he thinks any agreement "is probably less likely to happen now with divided government.”
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Markelle Fultz Player Prop Bets: Magic vs. Nets - March 26
The Orlando Magic, Markelle Fultz included, square off versus the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday at 6:00 PM ET.
We're going to look at Fultz's prop bets, using stats and trends to help you make good selections.
Markelle Fultz Prop Bets vs. the Nets
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Markelle Fultz Insights vs. the Nets
- This season, Markelle Fultz has made 5.8 shots per game, which adds up to 10.2% of his team's total makes.
- Fultz's opponents, the Nets, have the NBA's slowest tempo with 99.0 possessions per game, while his Magic rank 18th in possessions per game with 102.1.
- The Nets give up 112.7 points per game, 11th-ranked in the NBA.
- The Nets allow 44.9 rebounds per game, ranking 25th in the NBA.
- Allowing 23.3 assists per game, the Nets are the third-ranked team in the NBA.
- The Nets are the 11th-ranked squad in the NBA at allowing threes, giving up 12.1 made 3-pointers per game.
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For the second time in four years, the Orioles enter the Major League Baseball draft with the No. 1 overall selection. It couldn’t come at a more interesting time.
Baltimore is in the midst of a 10-game winning streak — its longest since 1999 — to climb above .500 this late in the season for the first time since 2017. Since calling up 2019 top draft pick Adley Rutschman on May 21, the Orioles (45-44) have gone 29-19 to sit just two games back of an American League wild-card spot entering Thursday’s day off.
Now, executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias must decide whether trading some key pieces on this year’s club — such as first baseman Trey Mancini, All-Star closer Jorge López and outfielder Anthony Santander — is the best course of action to build the “elite talent pipeline” he promised when taking the job in November 2018.
But before the Aug. 2 trade deadline, there’s the draft, which begins Sunday at 7 p.m. on ESPN. Here’s a look at what experts are saying about who the Orioles — who are famously hard to predict this time of year under Elias — might take No. 1 overall.
Wesleyan (Ga.) outfielder Druw Jones
Jonathan Mayo, MLB.com: “Jones is the choice if they go with the best player, and it feels like Termarr Johnson is the best option in terms of getting a really good player and saving the most money. Jackson Holliday might be the compromise between those two, with Brooks Lee the ‘get there faster’ college option.”
Jim Callis, MLB.com: “While the Orioles have five players under consideration, the decision probably comes down to Jones or prep middle infielders Jackson Holliday or Termarr Johnson. The current industry consensus is that they’ll opt for the best player in the Draft.”
Jeff Passan, David Schoenfield and Bradford Doolittle, ESPN.com: “Druw and Jackson were the easy 1-2 picks, but I think [Chipola Junior College third baseman] Cam [Collier] has a chance to be the best hitter of the three because he’s only 17 — which draft models love. Think of players like Carlos Correa and Francisco Lindor, who were 17 when they were drafted.”
Carlos Collazo, Baseball America: “My gut tells me this is going to be a high school player, but I will reiterate my comments from the previous mock draft: I have low confidence in what Baltimore is going to do and don’t expect to have much in the way of clarity moving forward. This is how it operates up top. Jones feels like the most likely pick considering he’s the best player in the class, so he’s the pick for now.”
Joel Reuter, Bleacher Report: “It’s with a certain level of hesitance that Jones is penciled into the No. 1 spot, not because of ability and upside, but because of the Orioles’ recent draft history and willingness to reach for a below-slot deal.”
Joe Doyle, Prospects Live: “The Orioles have a ton of money to play with in this class through high picks and compensation selections. Jones is the best player in this class with the most projection to boot. We believe, at the end of the day, the upside of Jones is too much to pass up and Mike Elias and [assistant GM Sig] Mejdal land their newest cornerstone.”
Joe DeMayo, SNY: “Baltimore has taken the best player available before with Adley Rutschman, and I think as of now they do it again with Jones.”
Cal Poly shortstop Brooks Lee
Keith Law, The Athletic: “I wrote this in the last mock too, but I’ll say it again: No one is going to know what Baltimore is doing until a few minutes before the pick. … Lee should be a strong regular who makes some All-Star teams as a third or second baseman, but probably doesn’t project to be a superstar.”
Matt Johnson, Sportsnaut: “Instead of taking either of the top MLB Draft prospects — Druw Jones or Termarr Johnson — they save on the No. 1 pick with Brooks Lee. He’s the best collegiate hitter in the 2022 draft class and his bat profiles nicely long-term at third base or second base.”
Mays (Ga.) second baseman Termarr Johnson
Mike Axisa, CBS Sports: “Not even the O’s know who they’re taking with the No. 1 pick right now. … Johnson has a lot of fans in the industry and is regarded as the best pure hitter in the draft class, college or high school.”
Stillwater (Okla.) shortstop Jackson Holliday
Ryan Miller and Aram Leighton, JustBaseball.com: “No one has more helium in this draft than Matt Holliday’s son Jackson. Now viewed as the best prep shortstop, Holliday has good tools across the board. Maybe his best is the feel to hit, along with growing power that he has only tapped into recently. In the field, Holliday has a strong arm and actions that have many thinking he will stick at shortstop long-term.”
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The World Series begins Friday night in Houston, with the underdog Philadelphia Phillies facing off against the Astros. For Phillies fans, the magic moment of the postseason happened during game 5 of the National League Championship series against the San Diego Padres. The Phils were down one run in the 8th inning, with a runner on first, when the team's marquee player, Bryce Harper, stepped up to the plate.
Radio announcer Scott Franzke has been calling games in Philadelphia since 2006. He says Harper's at-bat in Sunday's game was one of those moments that sports fans and broadcasters dream of. Harper's "the money player," Franzke explains. "And you want him to come through in that moment. But you also understand — having seen thousands of baseball games over the years — that it doesn't happen like that all the time, and when it does, it's ... such a joyous event for the home team."
Harper delivered: With the count at two balls and two strikes, he smashed a homerun into left center field, putting the Phillies on top — and ultimately sending them to the World Series.
"There's not many that can hold a candle to Bryce Harper when he's on — and right now he's on," Franzke says.
The Phillies almost didn't make the postseason this year. But, as Franzke notes, the baseball season is long, and the Phillies were able to turn things around enough to claim the last wildcard spot in the playoffs.
As they head to Houston, the Phillies will be facing a team with strong pitching and "great players, up and down the lineup," Franzke says. What's more, the Astros are led by Dusty Baker, a respected manager who's yet to win a World Series. "He'd very much like to check that box and he thinks he's got a team that can do that," Franzke says of Baker.
For his part, Franzke isn't making predictions about how the World Series will go: "I'll steal the line that my predecessor, the great Harry Kalas here in Philadelphia, always said, 'I don't try to predict 'em. I just call 'em.'"
Interview highlights
On honing his skill as a live play-by-play announcer
Somebody once said to me that you have to remember a few things about doing baseball on the radio: One of them is people are in their cars. You may be watching the game. You might even have the game on a monitor next to you. So you're kind of seeing it on TV at the same time. But people are in their cars, by and large. They don't have that option. So everything you tell them is important. You have to tell them the score over and over again. You can never give the score too much. And you have to realize that everything that you tell them helps them draw that picture in their head. Most of them have been to a baseball game or a football game or whatever, and you can help complete that picture that they might already be building up in their mind with a small detail here and there that might connect with somebody.
On Bryce Harper's road to the Phillies, where he signed a record-breaking 13-year, $330 million contract in 2019
He was on the cover of Sports Illustrated as a teenager. Everybody knew he was going to be a superstar in the game. He was the No. 1 overall pick. He basically got his GED to get to college early, went to a junior college, was the first pick in the draft and was a star for the Washington Nationals. Never won a playoff series as a member of the Nationals and when free agency finally came around, everybody knew it was going to be a big payday. And the Phillies were one of the teams that courted him, one of many. And signing with Philadelphia in an offseason when the Phillies were trying to sort of really make a name for themselves, once again, they had been a number of years at the bottom of the division, and they wanted that to change. And he was going to be the centerpiece to change it, but not just on the field, but off the field as well as a marketing tool, as a face for the organization. He was going to do a lot of different things for the club.
[He signed a] $330 million [contract] but the biggest point of the deal was that it was 13 years and it was with no-trade clause. He had committed fully to being a Philadelphian and to coming to the Phillies and being a Philly for the rest of his career.
On Harper as a clutch hitter
I think it takes a special person to be able to block out all the noise, block out everything else and focus on one thing: What the pitcher's going to throw you next. And [Harper] has an ability to do that. He obviously showed that ability on Sunday. ... It's Michael Jordan-like.
When you're in that moment in the 8th inning of a game that you're trying to win, to send your team to the World Series and you're trailing, there's clearly a lot of pressure there, but I think it takes a special person to be able to block out all the noise, block out everything else and focus on one thing: What the pitcher's going to throw you next. And he has an ability to do that. He obviously showed that ability on Sunday. ... It's Michael Jordan-like. Everybody remembers Michael Jordan, when he would be in the zone, as they say. It didn't look like a surprise to Michael that he was able to do what he was able to do with the game on the line. And I feel like Bryce kind of showed a little bit of that on Sunday.
On changes to the game coming next year, including a pitch clock: The pitcher will have 15 seconds to throw a pitch with the bases empty, 20 seconds with a runner on
They're going to enforce it right away in spring training. And I think it's going to give players a few weeks to really understand it. Minor league pitchers have been dealing with this for a number of years. They've already been through this. They're geared to this. They've been under these rules for a couple of years. And the folks who have watched games ... have said, "Boy, it really speeds things up. It just really eliminates a lot of that downtime that the pitcher is standing there waiting to figure out what he's going to do next." And they said it's been really good for the game. So there are a lot of pitchers in today's game at the Major League level that are going to struggle. And I think it will be wildly fascinating to find out how many of them are able to adapt and still make their pitches where they want to.
On why there will be limits on throwing to first base
There are also going to be limits on how many times you can throw to first, which is designed to enhance the baserunning involved in the game. So if you have a runner at first, you're only going to be able to throw over one time with no repercussions. The second time you throw over, you're either going to need to pick him off or he's going to get [to] second base. So you've got to be sure about it. And I think that's going to lead to more stolen bases overall, which is something that baseball wants. They want to see more action in the game.
On making the bases bigger
It shortens the distance between bases. There's also a little more room for, say, a fielder and a runner to occupy the base or arrive at the base at the same time, which they hope would help diminish injuries, collisions. ...
There will be an adjustment period, but I do think that speeding up the pace of the action is going to be important. All the fan surveys that anybody has ever done says people want to see more stuff happening, right? More stuff. More people on the bases, more action on the bases, if you will. And this is going to lead to that.
Lauren Krenzel and Seth Kelley produced and edited this interview for broadcast. Bridget Bentz, Seth Kelley and Beth Novey adapted it for the Web.
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Starbucks broke the law by refusing to negotiate with newly unionized workers at 21 stores across the Pacific Northwest, according to a complaint filed Tuesday by National Labor Relations Board prosecutors.
The stores — in Seattle, Olympia, Tumwater, Portland and Eugene, Oregon — are among 261 nationally that have unionized in the past year. The union, Starbucks Workers United, claims Starbucks is not bargaining in “good faith” by delaying scheduling sessions and leaving negotiations soon after they began because of workers joining virtually.
Unionized workers say having a contract would give them extended benefits and pay. In Seattle, the union claims Starbucks is offering more benefits and pay to nonunion workers in an effort to quash union campaigns. Wins at the bargaining table could help union organizers persuade more workers to unionize.
The NLRB’s lawsuit supports the union’s claim that the company is breaking the law by refusing to negotiate with stores in the Pacific Northwest.
Starbucks spokesperson Rachel Wall said the Seattle-based company has been connecting with the union to schedule bargaining sessions.
“By year’s end we will have appeared in-person for more than 75 single-store bargaining sessions,” Wall said in an email.
Last month, the NLRB judged that Starbucks illegally refused to bargain with the union at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery store on Capitol Hill in Seattle, and ordered the coffee giant to begin negotiations.
Starbucks’ unionized workers in Seattle have conducted one- and three-day strikes claiming that the company refuses to negotiate for contracts in good faith. Starbucks Workers United is also protesting union store closures, arguing the company is closing stores to retaliate against union workers. | https://www.seattletimes.com/business/starbucks/starbucks-illegally-refused-to-bargain-with-wa-and-or-stores-nlrb-says/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2022-12-29 00:05:07 | 0 | https://www.seattletimes.com/business/starbucks/starbucks-illegally-refused-to-bargain-with-wa-and-or-stores-nlrb-says/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
Drivers in Itawamba County may have noticed that lately there appear to be more inmates picking up trash along county roads. Well, your eyes aren’t deceiving you. The Sheriff’s Department has more than doubled the number of inmates on crews picking up litter.
Sheriff Chris Dickinson credits the increase to the new jail which can house up to 154 inmates.
“I was interested in getting the new jail so that we could do more for the county. That’s why I wanted more beds, so that we could get more people out doing things like with the garden,” Dickinson said.
“We have always picked up the roads from Day One. The thing is, back when I had 15 inmates (in the old county jail), I had maybe two or three people, and I couldn’t use them but a couple of days a week. Even though we only had so many people, we (Itawamba County) have always finished top five in the state in litter pickup.”
Some have claimed the increase is because of it being an election year, but the truth is that with a larger county jail and more inmates, there’s a larger pool of inmates who qualify for trash cleanup work to draw from.
“We have a bigger jail, and you can see (the cleanup) easier because there are more people picking up. We’re using up to 12-14 inmates, where before we got the new jail, we were only using three to four, and that was a good day when I had four. Now, we can make a bigger dent in it. Picking up 540 square miles with three or four people it’s hard to make a difference.”
State law stipulates that sheriffs are allowed to use nonviolent inmates serving time in county jails to pick up trash along public roads. For inmates they get to work off fines.
“Since we do have mostly local people, we look at each individual. If they’ve been locked up for a violent crime and they can’t make bond – violent crime, you don’t work. The people that are eligible are people working off misdemeanor fines, and that’s pretty much it."
Walk-offs happen, but they’re rare because it’s in the inmates’ best interests to stay and work. They’re working off their fines,
“Inmates that are out working and walk off, they’re only hurting themselves. They’re non-violent (offenders), they’re working off a fine. … Rarely do you have somebody walk off. Most of the folks only have to work two or three weeks before they’re free again.”
“We try to give them an incentive to want to work. They’re bettering the community, and hopefully bettering themselves, but at least they’re helping the community and getting a few days knocked off that fine by working hard,” Dickinson said.
“We reward diligence, hard work and commitment. We honor that.”
Itawamba County Supervisor Donnie Wood said calls to his office indicate that residents have noticed the bigger crews.
“It’s making our roads look good. It’s win, win for everybody,” Wood said.
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WFO SACRAMENTO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, January 14, 2023
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AREAL FLOOD ADVISORY
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
645 AM PST Sat Jan 14 2023
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Portions of Northern California, including the following
counties, in central California, Placer, Amador, Butte, Calaveras,
Colusa, El Dorado, Glenn, Nevada, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Shasta,
Solano, Sutter, Tehama, Yolo and Yuba.
* WHEN...Until 1000 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 642 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
indicated widespread moderate to heavy rain. This will cause
urban and small stream flooding. Overflowing poor drainage
areas will cause minor flooding in the advisory area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Sacramento, Stockton, Elk Grove, Roseville, Fairfield,
Vacaville, Redding, Chico, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Davis,
Rocklin, Woodland, Paradise, Galt, Oroville, Red Bluff,
Auburn, Grass Valley and Marysville.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:DRI) today reported its financial results for the first quarter ended August 28, 2022.
First Quarter 2023 Financial Highlights
- Total sales increased 6.1% to $2.4 billion driven by a blended same-restaurant sales increase of 4.2% and sales from 34 net new restaurants
- Same-restaurant sales:
- Reported diluted net earnings per share was $1.56 as compared to last year's reported diluted net earnings per share of $1.76
- The Company repurchased $199 million of its outstanding common stock
"I am pleased with the performance of all our brands in what remains a challenging inflationary and uncertain macroeconomic environment," said Darden President & CEO Rick Cardenas. "We had a solid quarter and we saw more normal seasonality return to our business, which we did not experience last year. Darden's strategy, together with the breadth of our brand portfolio, our team members' passion to serve, and the strength of our balance sheet, gives me confidence in our ability to continue to win."
Segment Performance
Segment profit represents sales, less costs for food and beverage, restaurant labor, restaurant expenses and marketing expenses. Segment profit excludes non-cash real estate related expenses.
Dividend Declared
Darden's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.21 per share on the Company's outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on November 1, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 10, 2022.
Share Repurchase Program
During the quarter, the Company repurchased approximately 1.7 million shares of its common stock for a total cost of approximately $199 million. As of the end of the fiscal first quarter, the Company had approximately $912 million remaining under the current $1 billion repurchase authorization.
Fiscal 2023 Financial Outlook
The company reaffirmed all aspects of its financial outlook:
- Total sales of $10.2 to $10.4 billion
- Same-restaurant sales growth of 4% to 6%
- 55 to 60 new restaurant openings
- Total capital spending of $500 to $550 million
- Total inflation of approximately 6%
- An effective tax rate of approximately 13.5%
- Diluted net earnings per share from continuing operations of $7.40 to $8.00
- Approximately 124 million weighted average diluted shares outstanding
Investor Conference Call
The Company will host a conference call and slide presentation on Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 8:30 am ET to review its recent financial performance. To listen to the call live, please go to https://app.webinar.net/DQdyamwLRkP at least fifteen minutes early to register, download, and install any necessary audio software. Prior to the call, a slide presentation will be posted on the Investor Relations section of our website at: www.darden.com. For those who cannot access the Internet, please dial 1-800-458-4121 and enter passcode 9557965. For those who cannot listen to the live broadcast, a replay will be available shortly after the call.
About Darden
Darden is a restaurant company featuring a portfolio of differentiated brands that include Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, Yard House, The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Bahama Breeze and Eddie V's. For more information, please visit www.darden.com.
Information About Forward-Looking Statements
Forward-looking statements in this communication regarding our expected earnings performance and all other statements that are not historical facts, including without limitation statements concerning our future economic performance, are made under the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which such statements are first made, and we undertake no obligation to update such statements to reflect events or circumstances arising after such date. We wish to caution investors not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to materially differ from those anticipated in the statements. The most significant of these uncertainties are described in Darden's Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K reports. These risks and uncertainties include: the impacts of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on our business and the global economy, a failure to address cost pressures and a failure to effectively deliver cost management activities, economic factors and their impacts on the restaurant industry and general macroeconomic factors including unemployment, energy prices and interest rates, the inability to hire, train, reward and retain restaurant team members, a failure to develop and recruit effective leaders, labor and insurance costs, health concerns including food-related pandemics or outbreaks of flu or other viruses, food safety and food-borne illness concerns, technology failures including failure to maintain a secure cyber network, compliance with privacy and data protection laws and risks of failures or breaches of our data protection systems, risks relating to public policy changes and federal, state and local regulation of our business, intense competition, changing consumer preferences, an inability or failure to manage the accelerated impact of social media, a failure to execute innovative marketing and guest relationship tactics, climate change, adverse weather conditions and natural disasters, long-term and non-cancelable property leases, failure to execute a business continuity plan following a disaster, shortages or interruptions in the delivery of food and other products and services, failure to drive profitable sales growth, a lack of availability of suitable locations for new restaurants, higher-than-anticipated costs to open, close, relocate or remodel restaurants, risks of doing business with franchisees, licensees and vendors in foreign markets, volatility in the market value of derivatives, volatility leading to the inability to hedge equity compensation market exposure, failure to protect our intellectual property, litigation, unfavorable publicity, disruptions in the financial markets, impairment in the carrying value of our goodwill or other intangible assets, changes in tax laws or unanticipated tax liabilities, failure of our internal controls over financial reporting and other factors and uncertainties discussed from time to time in reports filed by Darden with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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A teenage girl visiting the city from California was punched in the face in an unprovoked and random attack on a street corner near Times Square, police said.
The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 5 at the corner of Eighth Avenue and West 40th Street in midtown Manhattan, according to police. A man went up to the 17-year-old and allegedly punched her in the nose with a clenched fist.
The assault left a bruise to the teen's eye and broke her nose, police said, but she was recovering at the hospital.
The suspect — believed to be in his 30s with a long blonde wig and a black hat, beige coat, black dress, white and black sneakers and a red face mask — took off on foot down Eighth Avenue. Police are searching for the suspect, and no arrests have yet been made.
Anyone with information in regard to the incident is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the CrimeStoppers website or on Twitter @NYPDTips. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/teen-girl-visiting-nyc-gets-punched-in-face-near-times-square-in-random-attack-police/3905199/ | 2022-10-13 09:00:51 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/teen-girl-visiting-nyc-gets-punched-in-face-near-times-square-in-random-attack-police/3905199/ |
NEW YORK (AP) — For decades, work on a massive rail project has been grinding 15 stories below the shuffling footsteps of millions of New Yorkers and beneath the East Hudson River and Manhattan skyscrapers.
After years of delays and massive cost overruns, the enormously expensive railway project shuttled its first passengers Wednesday from Long Island to a new annex in New York City’s iconic Grand Central Terminal.
The new transit center, built inside a massive man-made cavern and served by rail tunnels carved through bedrock, is being heralded as an important addition to the nation’s busiest railway network.
“We got the job done,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said, the ninth governor to oversee the project that had its genesis six decades ago. “There were so many roadblocks and challenges and detours along the way.”
The new 700,000-square-foot (65,032-square-meter) terminal, dubbed Grand Central Madison, was conceived and constructed at a time when New York City’s transportation system was bursting with passengers. It opens in a different era, with ridership still significantly down from where it was before the COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of remote work.
The new terminal, adorned with colorful mosaics and replete with storefronts and restaurants — most still empty — is the country’s largest new railway station in nearly seven decades and the most significant expansion over the last century of the Long Island Rail Road, the busiest commuter railroad in North America. The two-level concourse supports four platforms and eight tracks.
Much of the construction of the terminal has been complete for months, though some finishing touches won’t be complete for another few weeks, officials acknowledged.
The station was to have opened by the end of 2022 but was delayed slightly by issues with heating, ventilation and air conditioning. For Long Island commuters headed for Manhattan, the terminal’s key benefit is the ability to take a train directly to the East Side, where previously the only option was to go to Pennsylvania Station on the West Side, then travel back by subway or bus.
“I’ve been waiting for 30 years,” said John Cannon, a Long Island man who was on the inaugural 21-minute ride from Jamaica, Queens, to Manhattan. “I don’t have to take the subways anymore.”
Passenger Alexander Rodriguez, a 15-year-old Queens resident, described the inaugural ride as “nice and smooth.”
“And it was fun,” he said. “It was the first train. It’s a once in a lifetime thing.”
Many of the subterranean tunnels that carry rail passengers below the Hudson River are more than a century old, some of which are in need of deeper maintenance. The new tunnels built for the project will also allow Amtrak to temporarily divert its trains to the new tunnels so it can begin refurbishing aging eastside tunnels and tracks.
For decades, the project kept chugging along, even amid concerns about ballooning costs. Construction began in the 1960s, but was abandoned for a time because of a series of economic crises.
Spending on the massive construction project has grown to more than $11 billion — more than triple the initial estimate of $3.5 billion two decades ago. The project bore through 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) of bedrock; per mile, it would be one of the world’s most expensive rail projects ever completed.
“It’s a useful project. But for $11 billion, it would be better not to have built it,” said Alon Levy, a transportation fellow at New York University’s Marron Institute, who has been compiling railway cost data from around the world.
The money, he argues, could have been used for other transportation projects, including improving capacity for existing railway lines.
Officials have acknowledged that engineering costs and the high price of New York City labor contributed to spiraling expenses.
“This is not a small project. This is one of the greatest engineering feats. And it’s a tribute to the MTA that they were able to overcome what I would say was some delays of bureaucracy, delays of engineering,” said Mitchell Moss, a professor of urban policy and planning at New York University.
Despite the setbacks, Tom Wright, the president of the Regional Plan Association, hailed Wednesday’s opening as a “driver of economic growth and prosperity,” even as the region “still faces urgent transportation, housing and resiliency challenges.”
“Because this region has an interconnected network of transit, when you make an improvement, the beneficiaries are actually systemwide,” said Wright, whose nonprofit develops and advocates for ways to improve the regional economy, environment and quality of life.
Over the past week, the Long Island Rail Road carried about 1 million riders, or about two-thirds the number it transported for roughly the same week in 2019, according to statistics compiled by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
When full service begins to Grand Central Madison, the LIRR will add another 269 trains per weekday on top of the roughly 660 trains already in operation, officials said. About 160,000 passengers are expected to hop on and off platforms at the new terminal.
Coupled with expanded service to Penn Station, the link to Grand Central would allow rail stops to open along long-neglected parts of the city, including the Bronx, spur new housing developments and serve as an economic engine.
“It obviously makes the businesses in Midtown East a more attractive destination for commuters from Long Island,” said Kathryn Wylde, the president of the Partnership for New York City. | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel-grand-central-annex-opens/ | 2023-01-26 15:54:28 | 1 | https://www.myarklamiss.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel-grand-central-annex-opens/ |
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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, Fort Lauderdale
This snazzy steak-and-seafood chain run by Bloomin’ Brands (Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill) took over the primo Las Olas space formerly occupied by Tuscan Prime on Dec. 7, on the ground floor of the Bank of America building. The 7,800-square-foot steakhouse, from Will Reynolds and chef-partner Joseph Mora, seats 223 with an extra 82 patio seats, and boasts a menu decidedly more turf than surf. Along with chilled seafood towers and beef carpaccio for starters, there are prime dry-aged ribeyes and tomahawks, seared pork belly with fig demiglace, truffle-poached lobster with béarnaise sauce and caviar, and barbecue Scottish salmon fillets topped with mushrooms. Sides include chipotle cheddar mac and cheese, cauliflower mash and baked potatoes. This is Fleming’s third South Florida outpost after Brickell and Coral Gables. 401 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954-233-3327; FlemingsSteakhouse.com
Holy Cow Ice Cream Lounge, Margate
This sweets parlor, perhaps aptly named for its menu of carnivalesque funnel cakes and Hot Cheeto-infused ice cream, debuted in early December on State Road 7, just north of Atlantic Boulevard. It comes from restaurateur Efrem Knight Jr. (who also operates Holy Hog BBQ in Coral Springs), the brother of former NBA star Brandon Knight (Dallas Mavericks), and partner Thomas Brooks. The menu features fried Oreos, waffle sundaes, alcohol-infused Italian ice, gelato and other desserts such as milkshakes and floats. There’s even pizza. As if all this weren’t enough, the storefront also touts Friday night karaoke, hookah nights, Xbox and PS5 gaming stations and prize machines. 1049 State Road 7, Margate; 954-247-9516
Fiorello’s, Fort Lauderdale
This Italian-Mediterranean restaurant had a soft opening on Nov. 27 next door to Primanti Bros. on State Road A1A, against a sumptuous backdrop of swaying beach palms and sunsets. The namesake of owner Alexis Fiorello, the eatery features entrees such as fish and chips and steak frites, as well as pasta dishes including lobster ravioli and linguine with clams. There are also meatball parmesan, Sicilian chicken club and cheesesteak sandwiches, and tiramisu for dessert. 905 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 754-200-5146; Fiorellos-Fort-Lauderdale.Business.Site
Wonder Sweets Bakery, Wellington
Wonder Sweets Bakery opened last month at The Mall at Wellington Green. Owned by Careli Bello —a Venezuelan architect who has turned her love of baking into a business — the 688-square-foot eatery has sweet offerings such as cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, pavlovas, mille-feuilles, brazos de gitano (”gypsy arm” rolls), cinnamon rolls, macarons, mousses, profiteroles, and Venezuelan specialties like marquesas and golfeados. 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 256, Wellington; 941-421-2958; WonderSweetsBakery.com
Fushimi Sushi Seafood & Bar, Deerfield Beach
This sushi buffet spot in the Aldi plaza across the street from the Deerfield Mall debuted in early December and is registered to owner Mingtong Zhang. The sushi bar features hand rolls — from eel avocado and yellowtail scallion to spicy crunchy scallop and sweet potato — along with sashimi, soba noodles, chicken and vegetable tempura, fried rice, bento boxes, gyoza appetizers and several hibachi-style entrees. 3887 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach; 754-752-3888; FushimiFL.com
Vicky Bakery, Coral Springs
This Miami-based bakery (with a sizable section of the menu offering breakfast dishes, pastelitos and lunchtime sandwiches) debuted its latest location in Coral Springs on Dec. 7. The bakery has been marking its 50th anniversary with aggressive expansion plans northward that will include Pembroke Pines, Plantation and Boca Raton. 2528 N. University Drive, Coral Springs; 954-507-1201; VickyBakery.com
Carrot Express, Pembroke Pines
This fast-casual, veggie-centric chain opened its newest storefront on Dec. 9 inside the Shops at Pembroke Gardens, joining outposts in Boca Raton, Coconut Creek, Weston and several others in Miami-Dade County. The restaurant serves up turkey bacon and Scottish salmon wraps, a California “eggwich,” huevos rancheros burritos, avocado toast, and vegan picadillo bowls, among other specialties. There are also salads and desserts (including carrot cake, of course!). Founded inside an Alton Road gas station in 1993, Mario Laufer’s chain is having a growth spurt, with future locations heading to Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas, as well as Plantation and Hollywood. 14538 SW Fifth St., Pembroke Pines; EatCarrotExpress.com
Gelato & Co., Delray Beach
This sweet-treat brand has a just-opened franchise on East Atlantic Avenue in the downtown dining-drinking-entertainment district. The handcrafted gelato is made fresh daily and uses ingredients sourced from farms locally (sfluch as seasonal fruits) and in Italy (such as Sicilian pistachios and Piemonte hazelnuts). This shop is owned by Italy native Giancarlo Triulzi — unlike the Fort Lauderdale/Las Olas location, which another franchisee opened in March. Triulzi, originally from Milan, says, “I have always been fascinated by the United States since I was a young child. Living here has always been a dream of mine as I viewed this country with high regards. Now being part of an amazing group, which delivers a top-quality Italian product to the United States is something of which I am extremely proud.” Gelato & Co. also sells Italian pastries, custom cakes and coffee beverages. 418 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; Florida.gelatoeco.com
Great American Cookies, Oakland Park
The newest location in this Atlanta-headquartered confectionary chain hosted its soft opening on Nov. 10 in the Northridge Shopping Plaza, and features cookie cakes, decadent brownies and Double Doozies (its lingo for ice-cream cookie sandwiches). The chain, which launched in 1977, has 290 U.S. locations, many of them inside shopping malls. Great American Cookies runs another outpost at the Mall at Wellington Green, with another location heading to Doral in early 2023. 5073 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park; 954-990-8297; GreatAmericanCookies.com
Pelican’s SnoBalls, Coral Springs
South Floridians won’t encounter snow this winter but they can, apparently, see SnoBalls. This North Carolina-spun, shaved-ice franchise touting 100-plus flavors quietly opened in late November in the Magnolia Shoppes plaza. Don’t confuse these treats with snow cones: These are New Orleans-style sno-balls, a regional confection that’s finely shaved and fluffier than the crunchy and coarse, sugar syrup-coated balls of ice often seen at carnivals. Flavors include carrot cake and cream soda, pomegranate and pink champagne, strawberry cheesecake and butterscotch. This will be Pelican’s first South Florida location after a Deerfield Beach outpost opened pre-pandemic but closed in early 2022. 9641 Westview Drive, Coral Springs; PelicansSnoballs.com
Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar, Fort Lauderdale
This all-day breakfast coffeehouse debuted Nov. 21 on Las Olas Boulevard, shuffling into the space once occupied by Offerdahl’s Off-The-Grill. As with its sister cafes, Crema slings egg sandwiches on baguettes and croissants, avocado toast, acai bowls, oatmeal, chocolate-chip pancakes and 21 styles of coffee and tea. The Miami-based chain has been in rapid franchising mode since 2021, adding a flurry of locations to Hallandale Beach, Davie and Miami Beach, with future spots destined for Boca Raton, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea and Dania Beach (inside Dania Pointe). 401 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 190, Fort Lauderdale; CremaGourmet.com
Amar Bakery & Market, Delray Beach
The second location of Amar Bakery & Market has opened in downtown Delray Beach. Like the first one in Boynton Beach, this shop features European and Middle Eastern pastries, sweets, cakes, artisanal bread, shakes, teas, wines, craft beers and Pumphouse Coffee Roasters. On the shelves, you can find grab-and-go meals, olive oil, tahini, halva, spices and housewares. The bakeries are the creation of culinary couple Nicolas and Susanna Kurban, who also own Amar Mediterranean Bistro, a few steps from the new bakery. “We’re known for infusing our seasonally rotating menu with a kaleidoscope of colorful flavor profiles that aren’t found at most bakeries,” Susanna says. The wife-and-husband team also say that there will be a second Amar Bistro coming to West Boca Raton sometime in mid-2023. Amar means “the moon” in Arabic and “to love” in Spanish, reflecting the heritages of the couple. 526 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 561-819-9020; Amar-Bakery.com.
The Hen and The Hog, Boca Raton
This rustic restaurant with pig roasts every Friday, an all-day breakfast and pork-centric decorative signs (“Don’t go bacon my heart”) opened its second location in November, replacing the former Blue Ocean Poke in Boca Raton. The new eatery serves breakfast and lunch as well as a separate chef-crafted happy hour menu, according to chef/co-owner Darrell Johnson. He first conquered the South Florida market in 2021 with the NOLA Creations food truck, which won the Food Network’s “The Great Food Truck Race” in 2019. The flagship sits on North Federal Highway in Pompano Beach. For both locations, Johnson has partnered with Yardlene Tabora and George Abbondante. The Hog serves smoked meat platters, sandwiches, burgers, bowls and salads. 2151 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton; HenAndTheHogBoca.com
AIDA Fort Lauderdale
This new addition to Flagler Village’s buzzy culinary scene had its soft opening this month with a menu inspired by the coastal regions of Mexico, much like that of its predecessor, AIDA Coconut Grove. Look for decorative touches such as sun-shaped mirrors and a cherry blossom tree at the center of the space. There will also be a mural created by Cuban-American artist ABSTRK. “The next chapter of the AIDA brand runs through Fort Lauderdale and offers visitors a modern and cozy vibe created through art, impeccable service, and an innovative menu,” says Eduardo Gavilan, co-owner of Colibri 4 Restaurant Group, which owns AIDA. “Our restaurant pays homage to Mexican and international cuisine through a combination of dishes and styles.” Signature AIDA dishes include the Aguachile Negro de Camarón (shrimp in black sauce with serrano pepper, cucumber and red onion) for $20 and the Huachinango a la Talla (red snapper in a Mexican dry pepper emulsion) for $49. AIDA is in the space formerly American Icon Brewery Kitchen & Taproom. 911 NE Fourth Ave., Fort Lauderdale; AidaRestaurant.com
The Fresh Pita Club, Wellington
This restaurant — at the Wellington Marketplace shopping center — had a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 21. The fast-casual is owned by Bill and Raeda Houraney and their four college-age kids, who also work at the restaurant. Bill owned two restaurants in New York City before moving to South Florida in 1989 and opening Boca Raton’s The Lunch Club, which delivered pita bread sandwiches to local businesses. Their pita bread manufacturing took off so they opened a full-scale wholesale pita bread bakery in Boca Raton in 1992. In 2004 he sold his interest after creating a patented pocket pita bread baking method, something now in practice at The Fresh Pita Club. “We make everything here but the soda & water,” Bill Houraney says. The Mediterranean menu features shiskabobs, gyros, falafels, tabouli, kefta, hummus, baklawa (Lebanese baklava), maamoul and brazik (sesame seed & honey) cookies. 13873 Wellington Trace, Wellington; 561-461-7707; FreshPitaClub.com
Bolay Fresh Bold Kitchen, Fort Lauderdale
This fast-casual eatery debuted the latest outpost of its signature “build-your-own Bol” concept in November. Founded in Wellington in 2016, it now has 22 locations throughout Florida. Bolay was created by Outback Steakhouse co-founder Tim Gannon and his son, Chris Gannon. Recently, Bolay added wraps to the menu. By the way, Bolay plans to open its Aventura restaurant, at 18801 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 275, on Dec. 1. 1730 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale; Bolay.com
Mazza Kitchen, Fort Lauderdale
This fast-casual eatery from Faris Bushnaq, owner of the 15-year-old Mazza Mediterranean Cuisine in Pembroke Pines, had its grand opening on Nov. 21 in Fort Lauderdale’s 1600 Commons plaza (where Trader Joe’s is located), according to the restaurant’s social media. Customers may choose from proteins, as well as vegetarian and vegan options, to build their bowls, pitas and salads. 1530 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale; 954-630-3777; MazzaKitchen.com
Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders, North Lauderdale
Huey Magoo’s latest South Florida location is in North Lauderdale’s recently renovated Arena Shoppes. The Florida-based, fast-casual chain bills itself as the “Filet Mignon Of Chicken.” The 2,000-square-foot restaurant is the fourth franchised Magoo’s owned by Tyler and Bob Cafferty and family. The company’s president and CEO, Andy Howard, said: “I am ecstatic to see another Huey Magoo’s in this area, my hometown. We are also thrilled for ... the Caffertys’ tremendous growth and success of the brand in South Florida.” The company says next up will be restaurants in Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach and Fort Lauderdale. Magoo’s signature chicken tenders are served grilled, hand-breaded or “sauced” and are free of antibiotics, hormones, steroids and preservatives. Salads, sandwiches and wraps are also on the menu. 7206 W. McNab Road, North Lauderdale; 754-220-3440; HueyMagoos.com
Meatball Room, Boca Raton
This Italian restaurant devoted to spaghetti’s best friend — the almighty meatball — hosted its grand opening on Nov. 16 in the Paseos Plaza, roughly a mile south of Spanish River Boulevard. Diners may order eight styles of meatballs by itself, with salads or with pasta, and flavors include shredded brisket, classic (beef, pork and veal blend), vegetarian (roasted eggplant, portobello mushroom and chickpeas) and spaghetaboutit (stuffed with three cheeses and fusilli pasta). 2621 N. Federal Highway, Suite Y; 561-756-8993; MeatballBoca.com
Leziz Mediterranean Restaurant, Boca Raton
This restaurant registered to owner Ibrahim Ibrahim debuted in late October in Boca Raton’s Piccadilly Square plaza. The menu includes Turkish pizza including lahmacun, a spicy, cheeseless version topped with ground lamb, spicy peppers, tomatoes, onions and red bell peppers. Along with kibbeh and falafel appetizers, they serve up tabbouli salad and entrees such as moussaka, braised lamb shank and chicken sauté (served with vegetables, garlic and bulghur). 8221 Glades Road, Suite 2, Boca Raton; 561-477-3272; LezizBoca.com
Flamingo Seafood, Pompano Beach
An abandoned Marathon gas station between the Intracoastal Waterway and an Umberto’s has been revived as Flamingo Seafood, a raw bar, wholesale market and seafood retailer. The shop debuted Nov. 9, per social media, from owner Charles Parker. Their specialty: “sustainably caught, traceable, locally sourced seafood, as well as a selection of raw and cured fish, including oysters on the half shell, ceviche, crudo and assorted caviar,” Mattocks says. 2798 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach; FlamingoSeafood.com
La Fuga, Fort Lauderdale
There’s a lot of newness at this location a few blocks away from the sands of Fort Lauderdale beach. La Fuga (Italian for “the escape”) debuted Oct. 24, the day after its predecessor — Botanic — closed. The eatery’s hotel base has changed as well: The former Kimpton Goodland Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is now the recently-rechristened Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. Under the auspices of executive chef Michael Mayer, La Fuga bills itself as a “coastal Italian cuisine” concept. Dishes include veal meatballs with mascarpone polenta, puttanesca and parmigiano for $16; housemade pasta Bolognese for $28; grilled swordfish with lemon-oregano vinaigrette and fingerling potatoes for $36, as well as pizza with pesto, parma ham, fig, pine nuts, goat cheese and rocket (arugula) for $24. 2900 Riomar St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-908-7301, ext. 3; ShorebreakFortLauderdale.com.
Willie T’s Seafood Shack, Fort Lauderdale
A replacement for Elliot Wolf’s pandemic-closed sandwicherie, Lunchroom, this seafood house from Virginia’s Thompson Hospitality opened Nov. 7 inside the Harbor Shops on 17th Street. Willie T’s, which has locations in the Washington, D.C., area, serves baskets of white shrimp and catfish filets, jumbo lump crab and lobster rolls, hushpuppies, mac ‘n’ cheese and Old Bay-seasoned, crinkle-cut fries. 1824 Cordova Road, Fort Lauderdale; WillieTsSeafoodShack.com
Sushi Lab, Pompano Beach
Father-and-son dynamic duo Hank and Brandon Freid have brought their Sushi Lab New York concept down to South Florida and placed it inside the Residence Inn Marriott at Pompano Beach. “It’s exploratory sushi, both traditional and untraditional, with different types of pieces that you would not normally find somewhere else,” says Hank Freid. In Manhattan, the Freids are known for The Sanctuary Hotel, Haven Rooftop and The Ameritania Hotel. “Sushi is still an untapped market in Pompano,” adds Brandon Freid. “Sushi Lab is an elevated, high-quality, oceanfront omakase and sushi experience, but it’s approachable.” Entrees cost $20 to $35 and the omakase is $50 to $100. 1350 N. Ocean Blvd., Pompano Beach; 954-937-7366; SushiLab.com
Death by Pizza, Delray Beach
Koby Wexler’s popular pizza pop-up has begun slinging Detroit-style pies out of its new brick-and-mortar in Delray Beach, on the corner of Northeast Second Street and South Federal Highway. Early in the pandemic, customers who saw Death By Pizza’s tantalizing rectangles (and death metal-reminiscent logo) on Instagram first had to prepay online, then wait all week for Wexler’s “pizza drops” the following Wednesday or Sunday. The foundation of his pizza crust is sourdough, created with a 9-month-old starter Wexler fed daily out of his family’s Two Fat Cookies bakery off Atlantic Avenue. The new space gives him breathing room — and gives customers freedom to eat pies on-site or order them to-go. Death by Pizza orders will no longer be filled at Two Fat Cookies, its original pop-up. 528 NE Second St., Delray Beach; DeathByPizzaDelray.com
Lewis Prime Grill, Loxahatchee
The Lewis family clan behind 75-year-old West Palm Beach icon Okeechobee Steakhouse is on a tear of late, and the latest example is this high-end steakhouse and seafood bar that debuted on Nov. 16 in the Publix at The Acreage Plaza, replacing the former Kocomo’s. (It follows the opening of Lewis Steakhouse in Jupiter earlier this year.) The 120-seat Lewis Prime Grill, under executive chef Jamie Steinbrecher, came together in a partnership with owner Ralph Lewis and several investors, including Okeechobee Steakhouse managers Christina Wishart, Luis Fernandez and Kyle Blake. The menu shares some of its DNA with the Okeechobee flagship, including appetizers (shrimp cocktails and crispy calamari) and sides (mac ‘n’ cheese, roasted mushrooms). There are also wet-aged Angus tomahawks and boneless ribeyes, served with choice of baked potato, fries, black radish slaw or spinach Victoria. 7040 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, Loxahatchee; 561-619-5115; LewisPrimeGrill.com
La Traila Barbecue, Hallandale Beach
This Miami Lakes barbecue spot — founded in 2021 by Texas pitmaster Mel Rodriguez and Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (a Miami native) — has opened its first outpost in the Carousel Club at Gulfstream Park, the trackside gathering spot from the hospitality group behind The Wharf Fort Lauderdale. The sister location quietly opened in late October. La Traila’s Carousel Club menu will be smaller than the one at the Miami Lakes flagship, firing up smoked turkey BLT wraps, a smokehouse sandwich with chopped smoked brisket, chicharrones, a burger and brisket elotes, and Mexican street corn topped with brisket, cotija cheese, crema and housemade sauce. 901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach; 954-228-3378; CarouselClub.com
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, Plantation
Admirers of white clam apizza, assemble: This beloved shrine for New Haven-style pie connoisseurs opened its first South Florida location on Oct. 24 inside the buzzy live-shop complex Plantation Walk. Frank Pepe’s coal-fired slices are baked at a super-hot 600 degrees Fahrenheit for a few minutes, yielding an oblong pie with charred — not burnt — crispy-chewy crust and cheese like molten lava. At each new location, the restaurant recreates the same 104,000-pound oven it has at its New Haven flagship. The menu specializes in white clam pies and cheeseless tomato pies, along with salads, Foxon Park sodas, cannoli pie and tiramisu. A second, 4,160-square-foot Frank Pepe is expected to open in the second quarter of 2023 in Delray Beach. 341 N. University Drive, Suite 800, Plantation; 954-906-7373; PepesPizzeria.com
The Madre’s Mexican Fresh, Wellington
In addition to well-known Mexican and Tex-Mex menu items, the kiosk in the food court at The Mall at Wellington Green features build-your-own burritos, tacos, quesadillas, bowls and salads. 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. 567-623-7157; Facebook.com/TheMadresMexicanFresh
Blackbird Modern Asian, Jupiter
Blackbird Modern Asian restaurant has an impressive ownership team behind it: restaurateurs Scott Frielich (SubCulture Group) and Angelo Abbenante (Lynora’s) as well as nightlife maestro Cleve Mash (Pawn Shop, Clematis Social) and executive chef Tim Nickey (Komodo, China Grill, Joe Namath’s Lucky Shuck). Taking the space vacated by Shipwreck Bar & Grille, the two-story eatery has a view of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and the Loxahatchee River. The design — evoking 1940s-era Shanghai — is the creation of Kat Solomon, who worked side by side with Venus Williams at V Starr in West Palm Beach. The menu features Pan-Asian cuisine such as smoked salmon with everything bagel ragoons; Shanghai soup dumplings; sweet and sour pork with pineapple and dragon fruit; Australian Wagyu tomahawk with truffle ponzu butter sauce; and Szechuan ribs inside a smoke-infused glass dome that’s removed tableside. 1511 N. Old Dixie Highway, Jupiter; BlackbirdModernAsian.com
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Kitchenetta Italian Trattoria, Fort Lauderdale
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Sharp-eyed foodie fans from the Facebook group Let’s Eat, South Florida noticed that this almost 20-year-old restaurant quietly closed this month — with a post on Dec. 6 announcing: “To all of our loyal kitchenetta customers thank you for 2 decades of patronage.” This may have been surprising to some because there was no previous indication that the popular eatery on U.S. 1 just south of Oakland Park Boulevard was shuttering. But devotees can take heart that chef/owner Vincent Foti and Maria Ferrari-Foti also own Vinnie’s by the Sea in nearby Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Ferrari-Foti tells the South Florida Sun Sentinel that another restaurateur has plans to open a new Italian eatery in the space. She also adds, “We are so grateful and thankful to you all, our loyal customers who became our extended family to both us and staff, many whom turned into friends. We have watched customers on their first date, engagement, marriage, pregnancy, children, and children who went off to college and returned as customers. We thank you all deeply for wonderful memories, laughter and fellowship. You have warmed our hearts with messages on social media.” Kitchenetta famously appeared on The Cooking Channel in 2014. 2850 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale; Kitchenetta.com
Detroit Eats, Boynton Beach
Citing an “extremely high increase of rent, no room for parking” and other problems in a recent social media post, chef-owner Mark Tocco abruptly closed his Detroit-style pizzeria on Nov. 28, adding that the restaurant will reopen in Lake Worth Beach in early 2023. The comfort-food hub also served Detroit Coney dogs, Big Boy-style hamburgers and corned-beef Reubens. Its popular Detroit-style pie is built with 24-hour proofed dough, smothered in a blend of brick cheese and Grande mozzarella, then fired in a split-belt oven. 1313 W. Boynton Beach Blvd., R-5, Boynton Beach; Detroit-Eats.com
Cucinova, Fort Lauderdale
Back in January, this fast-casual eatery quietly opened just three blocks from the beach at State Road A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. Then, equally on the down-low, the restaurant closed sometime in October without explanation. Cucinova offered “craft-your-own” pizzas, pastas and salads in the $8 to $15 range. 2915 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale.
Casareccio Trattoria Italiana, Pompano Beach
This neighborhood Italian restaurant founded by co-owners Emylene Egusquiza and Salvatore Spina has closed its Federal Highway flagship after about five years. The small trattoria with seven tables — which the couple serviced by themselves — made no announcement about its closing. Casareccio wove Sicilian specialties and rustic warmth into its Italian offering, which began with complimentary bread and a weekly-rotating menu that included seafood arancini, housemade lobster-stuffed ravioli, cacio e pepe and chicken parm topped with fresh burrata. (At one point, a second Casareccio was destined for Pompano’s forthcoming Bite Eatery food hall, but plans eventually collapsed during the pandemic.) 1386 S. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach; 954-998-3642; CasareccioTrattoria.com | https://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/explore-florida/fl-et-restaurants-open-close-dec-14-20221215-sgotbmx4b5bxhdavqbqj5oafji-story.html | 2022-12-15 19:04:26 | 0 | https://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/explore-florida/fl-et-restaurants-open-close-dec-14-20221215-sgotbmx4b5bxhdavqbqj5oafji-story.html |
JERUSALEM (AP) — A Palestinian suspect stabbed two Israelis near an army base south of Tel Aviv on Tuesday, police said, in the latest incident in a yearlong spate of violence that shows no sign of abating.
The Magen David Adom paramedic service said first responders treated two men for serious and light stab wounds in the incident on a highway near the Tsrifin military base. The men were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment their injuries.
Israeli media identified the two victims as soldiers.
Police said that civilians at the scene apprehended the suspected attacker, who was taken into police custody for questioning.
Israeli-Palestinian violence has surged over the last year, as the Israeli military has carried out near-nightly raids on Palestinian cities, towns and villages and as Palestinians have staged numerous attacks against Israelis.
On Monday, Israeli troops killed two Palestinian gunmen during an arrest raid in the occupied West Bank city of Nablus.
At least 88 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli fire this year, according to an Associated Press tally. Palestinian attacks against Israelis have killed 15 people in the same period. | https://wgntv.com/news/international/ap-international/palestinian-stabs-2-israelis-in-attack-near-army-base/ | 2023-04-04 17:18:59 | 0 | https://wgntv.com/news/international/ap-international/palestinian-stabs-2-israelis-in-attack-near-army-base/ |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal regulators are ordering Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and CEO Andy Jassy to testify in the government’s investigation of Amazon Prime, rejecting the company’s complaint that the executives are being unfairly harassed in the probe of the popular streaming and shopping service.
The Federal Trade Commission issued an order late Wednesday denying Amazon’s request to cancel civil subpoenas sent in June to Bezos, the Seattle-based company’s former CEO, and Jassy. The order also sets a deadline of Jan. 20 for the completion of all testimony by Bezos, Jassy and 15 other senior executives, who also were subpoenaed.
Jassy took over the helm of the online retail and tech giant from Bezos, one of the world’s richest individuals, in July 2021. Bezos became executive chairman.
Amazon hasn’t made the case that the subpoenas “present undue burdens in terms of scope or timing,” FTC Commissioner Christine Wilson said in the order on behalf of the agency. However, the FTC did agreed to modify some provisions of the subpoenas that it acknowledged appeared too broad.
The FTC has been investigating since March 2021 the sign-up and cancellation practices of Amazon Prime, which has an estimated 200 million members around the globe.
The company said it was disappointed but not surprised that the FTC mostly ruled in favor of its own position, but it was pleased that the agency “walked backed its broadest requests” in the subpoenas.
“Amazon has cooperated with the FTC throughout the investigation and already produced tens of thousands of pages of documents,” the company said in a statement. “We are committed to engaging constructively with FTC staff, but we remain concerned that the latest requests are overly broad and needlessly burdensome, and we will explore all our options.”
In a petition to the FTC filed last month, the company objected to the subpoenas to Bezos and Jassy, saying the agency “has identified no legitimate reason for needing their testimony when it can obtain the same information, and more, from other witnesses and documents.” Amazon said the FTC was hounding Bezos, Jassy and the other executives, calling the information demanded in the subpoenas “overly broad and burdensome.”
The investigation has widened to include at least four other Amazon-owned subscription programs: Audible, Amazon Music, Kindle Unlimited and Subscribe & Save, as well as an unidentified third-party program not offered by Amazon. The regulators have asked the company to identify the number of consumers who were enrolled in the programs without giving their consent, among other customer information.
With an estimated 150 million U.S. subscribers, Amazon Prime is a key source of revenue, as well as a wealth of customer data, for the company, which runs an e-commerce empire and ventures in cloud computing, personal “smart” tech and beyond. Amazon Prime costs $139 a year. The service added a coveted feature this year by obtaining exclusive video rights to the NFL’s “Thursday Night Football.”
Last year, Amazon asked unsuccessfully that FTC Chair Lina Khan step aside from separate antitrust investigations into its business, contending that her public criticism of the company’s market power before she joined the government makes it impossible for her to be impartial. Khan was a fierce critic of tech giants Facebook (now Meta), Google and Apple, as well as Amazon. She arrived on the antitrust scene in 2017, writing an influential study titled “Amazon’s Antitrust Paradox” when she was a Yale law student. | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/ap-ftc-says-bezos-jassy-must-testify-in-probe-of-amazon-prime/ | 2022-09-23 15:08:24 | 1 | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/ap-ftc-says-bezos-jassy-must-testify-in-probe-of-amazon-prime/ |
OTSEGO, Minn. (AP) — Sheriff's deputies fatally shot a man armed with a knife who was having a mental health crisis in a Minneapolis suburb, according to authorities.
The Wright County Sheriff's Office said the man was having mental health challenges early Sunday morning and threatened to harm his family and himself at a home in Otsego.
Deputies were able to talk the man into going to the hospital for an evaluation, but while waiting for an ambulance the man ran into the kitchen and grabbed a knife, the sheriff's office said.
“He fled the home and ran into the neighborhood. Squads set up a perimeter and requested additional support from the Minnesota State Patrol helicopter,” officials said in a statement.
The man confronted deputies a short time later in a neighboring backyard, where two deputies attempted to subdue him with a stun gun when he threatened them with a knife. Two deputies then shot the man authorities said.
He was taken to North Memorial Health Hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating. | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Officials-Armed-man-fatally-shot-in-Minneapolis-17358714.php | 2022-08-08 13:45:25 | 1 | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Officials-Armed-man-fatally-shot-in-Minneapolis-17358714.php |
Which drawing tablet is best?
Whether you’re a visual artist moving into graphic design or you just want to bring your illustrations to life in the digital realm, a drawing tablet is a great purchase. These devices let you draw directly on a screen or drawing pad with a stylus, allowing you to convert your drawings into image files, apply digital effects or experiment with new styles.
When shopping for a drawing tablet, the most important details to look for are responsive surfaces and high resolution. The Wacom Cintiq 16 is an excellent choice for its screen sensitivity and ergonomic design.
What to know before you buy a drawing tablet
Screen vs. screenless
A common debate among digital artists is whether a drawing tablet with a display screen is inherently better than a screenless one. A tablet with a built-in display is considerably more expensive but gives you better control and visibility. A screenless tablet is more durable and affordable but is typically smaller. It requires the artist to look at the computer screen constantly instead of their drawing hand. While it’s ultimately a matter of personal taste, it’s worth considering both options before making your purchase.
Pressure sensitivity
Perhaps the most crucial detail to consider when choosing a drawing tablet, pressure sensitivity determines how accurately and quickly the tablet will follow the progress of your drawing. Most tablets can distinguish between 1,024 and 2,048 degrees of pressure applied by the stylus, while some high-end models can recognize nearly 10,000 levels of pressure. If you prefer to forgo the stylus and illustrate with your fingertip, look for a tablet that features touch capability.
Active area
As opposed to the overall size of the tablet, the active area is the part of the surface or screen where you can draw. When checking for product dimensions, confirm the size of the active area first. The active area size should correspond with the tablet size in a practical way. For example, a large tablet isn’t particularly useful unless it also has a large active area.
What to look for in a quality drawing tablet
Stylus
A tablet’s stylus should be comfortable and light so it feels like a natural extension of your hand. Some styluses are connected to the tablet via a wire, making them harder to misplace, while wireless styluses are usually battery-powered and allow for increased freedom of movement. Some models use EMR technology to wirelessly send electromagnetic waves from the stylus to the tablet. This means that the EMR stylus requires no batteries and sends information quickly and accurately.
Resolution and tablet size
For display tablets, the resolution is measured in LPI, or lines per inch. A higher line per inch means better resolution and usually corresponds with the overall size of the tablet’s screen. The bigger the screen, the higher the resolution. Even if you don’t opt for a tablet with a display screen, a larger tablet is typically going to indicate a larger active area for your illustrations. If you’re looking for portability, however, smaller tablets are often optimized for this purpose and can be taken almost anywhere.
Connectivity
Most simple drawing tablets connect via USB, but many models with a display screen connect with an HDMI cord. Depending on the size of your desk or work area, a long cord might be required. Alternatively, some high-end drawing tablets have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth capabilities.
How much you can expect to spend on a drawing tablet
The price of a drawing tablet can vary dramatically from around $50 for a simple screenless tablet to over $400 for a professional model. Professional-level tablets measure at least 2,000 degrees of sensitivity and can offer a screen resolution of 5,000 LPI or higher.
Drawing tablet FAQ
Do drawing tablets come with software?
A. You’ll usually need to install a driver onto your computer before the tablet can be used. A download link or installation disc is typically packaged with the tablet. Once that’s installed, you’re free to start using your tablet on the image editing software of your choice.
Can I buy a replacement stylus for my drawing tablet?
A. Most brands sell stylus pens that can be purchased separately if yours ever wears down or breaks. If the nib (the rubber tip of the stylus) is broken, you can also save money by buying replacement nibs.
Can you use a drawing tablet without a computer?
A. It depends on the tablet. Some drawing tablets are stand-alone tablets, which means they are built to work without a computer. However, other tablets — especially those that don’t include screens — need a computer to work. If this is something that’s important to you, be sure to check if the tablet you want has this capability before you buy it.
Are drawing tablets worth it?
A. If you’re a graphic designer or artist who is planning on using one frequently, then yes! While drawing on a tablet is significantly different from drawing with a pencil and paper, it’s worth learning how to use it. Once you get the hang of it, it’s much easier to use than trying to draw with your mouse. If, however, you are just learning how to draw or paint, it might be best to start with more traditional media like pencils and paints. Also, they can be a bit expensive, so if you’re not planning on using your tablet a lot, it might not be a great investment. If art is your profession, though, it’s definitely worth getting a drawing tablet.
Best drawing tablets with screens
Top drawing tablet with a screen
Wacom Cintiq 16 Drawing Tablet
What you need to know: This professional-level display tablet recognizes 8,192 degrees of pressure on a vibrant HD screen.
What you’ll love: This tablet is available in two sizes and is loaded with features. The large active area, tilt recognition and anti-glare screen mean you’ll capture accurate illustrations every time. You can buy it on its own or in a package with a remote, a pen or an adjustable stand. It’s available in both a medium and a small size.
What you should consider: At nearly $650, it may be too pricey for many aspiring artists and hobbyists. It’s best suited for professional artists and graphic designers who want to make an investment in their career.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top drawing tablet with a screen for the money
What you need to know: This budget pick from XP-Pen performs with just as high of a quality as any other drawing tablet with a screen at a fraction of the price.
What you’ll love: It has a gorgeous, high-definition laminated display and programmable buttons. It also has tilt support. You can get it in five different sizes, including 11.6 inches, 13.3 inches, 15.6 inches, 21.5 inches and 23.8 inches. It comes in a few different editions, including some that have up to eight programmable shortcut keys.
What you should consider: You can’t use this tablet as a stand-alone product. It needs to be connected to a computer for it to work. Some people also found the pen tip to be too squeaky.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best screenless drawing tablets
Top screenless drawing tablet
What you need to know: Versatile and boasting a sleek, ergonomic design, this high-end screenless tablet has a multi-touch surface and Bluetooth compatibility.
What you’ll love: The tablet has three size options, an EMR stylus and up to 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity. It also comes with a free download of premium image editing software Corel Painter 2022. if you register the tablet online. You can also buy it in a bundle with a drawing glove or a Pro Pen 3D (rather than the included Pro Pen 2).
What you should consider: Some users say that the nibs on the EMR stylus wear out too quickly.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top screenless drawing tablet for the money
One by Wacom Student Drawing Tablet
What you need to know: Durable, portable and precise, this screenless tablet is a solid choice for beginners.
What you’ll love: This tablet is available in two affordable sizes and can connect to any computer with a USB port. It also uses an EMR stylus. Students and professionals alike will appreciate its compatibility with Mac, Chromebook and Windows computers. It includes a pressure-sensitive pen and measures 8.3 inches by 5.7 inches — just small enough to fit in your bag easily. It’s also very easy to use for beginners.
What you should consider: The tablet has a small active area and lacks buttons for additional control. It also doesn’t have a screen on it.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best portable drawing tablets
Top portable drawing tablet
Wacom Intuos Wireless Graphics Drawing Tablet
What you need to know: This incredibly versatile tablet is perfect for students and professionals drawing on the go.
What you’ll love: Not only is it a great value for the price, but it is also portable and easy to use. It includes a built-in pen tray and has a slim design. The pen is light, battery-free and easy to control. It’s compatible with Windows, Mac, Android and Chromebook devices.
What you should consider: This tablet does not include a screen, so you’ll need to get a separate screen to see what you are drawing.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top portable drawing tablet for the money
What to know: This slim, lightweight tablet has proved to be a reliable one.
What you’ll love: Not only does it have 8,192 pressure levels, but it’s also easy to use. It’s got an intuitive plug-and-play design that anyone can learn to use. It works with several different software programs and has eight buttons that you can customize however you’d like. It comes in both wired and wireless options and three sizes.
What you should consider: You must connect it to a computer or a laptop for it to work because it doesn’t have a screen. Some people also had issues trying to get in contact with tech support when they had problems with it.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best drawing tablets for beginners
Top drawing tablet for beginners
What you should know: Not only is this tablet affordable — it’s also very touch responsive.
What you’ll love: It has two wheels and touchpad functionality, which you can use to adjust the brightness and other settings. It has 8,192 pressure levels and eight shortcut keys. The large 11-inch by 6-inch display allows you to have plenty of room to create your designs. While the display is large, though, it only weighs 4.09 pounds.
What you should consider: Some users had difficulty with the tablet’s drivers working properly when using the tablet with a Windows computer. There’s also no wireless option for this tablet, so you’ll need to plug it in with a cable. Additionally, you can’t use the scroll wheel or touch pad if you press down a shortcut button or apply pen pressure at the same time.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top drawing tablet for beginners for the money
What you should know: This low-priced tablet is the ideal option for any drawing tablet novice who wants to explore digital design.
What you’ll love: Its compact design means that you can take it anywhere. It has four programmable keys for shortcuts and the included stylus doesn’t need a battery. It’s also compatible with popular art programs like Corel Painter, CorelDraw and Adobe software.
What you should consider: It doesn’t have a wireless option, so you’ll need to connect it to a computer via a USB cable. The stylus only has 4,096 sensitivity levels (about half of a standard tablet stylus).
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Yolett McPhee-McCuin signs contract extension with Ole Miss
Ole Miss Athletics:
Ole Miss head women’s basketball coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin has agreed to a new contract, Ole Miss Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics Keith Carter announced on Tuesday.
“Coach Yo has our women’s basketball program on a championship trajectory, and we can’t wait to see what lies in the years ahead with her vision, energy and relentless dedication. Her focus on leading this team to national contention is remarkable. Equally impressive has been the impact that she has made on the Oxford community,” said Carter. “We are excited to commit to Coach Yo’s future here in Oxford and look forward to experiencing more of the tremendous highs that her first five seasons have provided the Ole Miss family.”
“I want to thank my representation, Ricky Lefft, for working tirelessly with the administration at Ole Miss to come to terms with a contract extension. We believe this extension acknowledges we have diligently worked to rebuild Ole Miss Women’s basketball into a nationally relevant program on and off the court,” said McPhee-McCuin. “I also want to thank Chancellor Dr. Glenn Boyce, Athletics Director Keith Carter, Senior Woman Administrator Dr. Jen Saxon, our Athletics Administration, and Ole Miss fans for their support. My husband, Kelly, and my family have tremendous love for the Oxford Community and Ole Miss fans, and I look forward to building on the success of our program.”
In half a decade in Oxford, McPhee-McCuin has elevated Ole Miss women’s basketball back into the national conversation by building one of the most tenacious defenses in the country. This past season was one for the record books, with Ole Miss reaching 11 wins in SEC play to match a program best and reach the mark for the first time in a 16-game conference format. Defensively, the Rebels shattered the program block record with a total of 174 rejections as a team.
For the 19th time in school history, Ole Miss heard its name called on Selection Sunday as an eight seed in the Seattle – 4 Region with a trip to Stanford. In the NCAA Tournament First Round against ninth-seeded Gonzaga, Ole Miss’ signature defense shut down the Bulldogs to lead the Rebels to its first tournament win in 16 seasons in a 71-48 win. Holding the Zags to a mere 48 points marked a program NCAA game best, while also setting a new high with 51 rebounds as a team.
Facing No. 1 Stanford on its home court in the second round, Ole Miss jumped on the Cardinal early to set the tone from start to finish never trailing en route to the 54-49 upset to advance to the Sweet 16 for the 11th time in school history and first since 2007. The Rebels halted a one seed from reaching the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2007 as well, Ole Miss also became the fifth eight seed in NCAA Tournament history to reach the regional semifinal. The triumph over the Cardinal also pushed the Rebels to 25 wins for the sixth time in 48 seasons of women’s basketball and first since 1986-87.
Under the guidance of McPhee-McCuin, Angel Baker blossomed into a First Team All-SEC selection in her second season in a Rebel uniform. Baker also became the second Ole Miss player to be awarded the Gillom Trophy as the top women’s collegiate basketball standout in the state of Mississippi. Her recruitment of Madison Scott as the school’s first McDonald’s All-American assisted in changing the trajectory of the program. In her third year in Oxford, Scott earned All-SEC Defensive Team and Second Team All-SEC accolades | https://www.wcbi.com/yolett-mcphee-mccuin-signs-contract-extension-with-ole-miss/ | 2023-07-26 01:14:55 | 1 | https://www.wcbi.com/yolett-mcphee-mccuin-signs-contract-extension-with-ole-miss/ |
Pacsun to Debut Princess Polly Best Sellers in Select Stores Nationwide and Online
LOS ANGELES, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading specialty retailer Pacsun announced their official partnership with trendsetting brand Princess Polly. This exclusive partnership is Princess Polly's first foray into wholesale. Initially rolling out in 15 doors, Pacsun will offer Princess Polly best-selling apparel at select stores nationwide, including its Soho, NY flagship store and three of Pacsun's newest locations, Fashion Island in Newport Beach, CA, Fashion Valley in San Diego, CA and Lenox Square in Atlanta, GA, as well as online at Pacsun.com. The full list of launch locations is listed below.
Previously only offering a physical footprint at pop-up locations, this is the first time that Princess Polly will be available through an omnichannel retailer, both instore and online. A variety of pieces will be showcased in dedicated presentation areas within Pacsun stores, giving two communities of highly engaged, avid customers physical access to more of their favorite brands. A larger assortment of Princess Polly will also be available on Pacsun.com with a broader store roll out to follow.
"At Pacsun, part of our core mission is to give consumers and our community continued access to the best brands, curated products, and collaborations, and we look forward to doing this in a big way by offering them premier access to Princess Polly for a continued period for the very first time, while introducing their community to Pacsun's current and emerging brands," said Brie Olson, Co-CEO at Pacsun.
"We're thrilled to partner with Pacsun on Princess Polly's first wholesale agreement," said Wez Bryett, Co-CEO of Princess Polly. "We know that our customer frequently shops at Pacsun, and we're excited to offer more ways for new and existing customers to shop Princess Polly in stores and online."
The largely Gen Z audience can tune into both brands TikTok accounts at 3PM PST/6PM EST for an exclusive live look at the range from the Fashion Island location via a livestream shopping experience.
Southwest
Fashion Island, Newport Beach, CA
Fashion Valley, San Diego, CA
Brea Mall, CA
Topanga, CA
Scottsdale, AZ
Midwest
Mall of America, MN
Woodfield Mall, IL
North
Soho, NY
Roosevelt Field, Uniondale, NY
King of Prussia, PA
Fashion Place Mall, Murray, UT
Southeast
Lenox Square, Atlanta, GA
International Plaza, Tampa, FL
University Town Center, Sarasota, FL
Aventura Mall, FL
Imagery can be accessed here.
About Princess Polly
Princess Polly is a global online fashion powerhouse, creating both clothes and content for its audience of trendsetters. As industry pioneers, the Princess Polly digital space is constantly evolving, offering customers an unparalleled online shopping experience. With an in-house team of designers and creatives, avid customers keep coming back for the latest looks, exclusive designs and timeless trends. The brand's bold focus on environment, community and diversity continues to solidify its position as the go-to destination for the mindful and highly engaged generations. Founded in 2010, Gold Coast, Australia. Follow @princesspollyboutique on Instagram and @princesspolly on TikTok.
About Pacsun
Pacsun is a leading specialty retailer offering a cross section of emerging brands and trending fashion through the lens of youth culture. Throughout the contemporary, streetwear and active lifestyle markets, Pacsun partners with the best brands to offer curated collections, rare and exclusive products, and creative collaborations on every level. Founded in 1980, Newport, CA. Curated in Los Angeles. Follow @pacsun on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok.
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The lengthy examination of Hubilo's risk management systems bolsters client trust when cyber security is more important than ever
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hubilo, the leading virtual, in-person, and hybrid event tech platform, completes its Systems and Organizations Controls audit and certification, demonstrating its commitment to building client trust and confidence in Hubilo's systems. The SOC2 Type 2 ® report recognizes Hubilo's practice of reliable, safe, and trustworthy management of client privacy and data security.
SOC2® compliance is part of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' System and Organization Control reporting platform. The reporting process outlines five trust service principles of security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data as a framework for safeguarding data.
The examination process was rigorous. Over a six-month period, auditors regularly examined Hubilo's security controls across the organization. Auditors not only analyzed Hubilo's policies and procedures but ensured they were practiced throughout the organization to effectively safeguard the privacy and security of client data. Each and every security control was monitored, and auditors could demand evidence of correct practice at any time during the six-month period. Finally, the auditors reviewed work with the information security and compliance team and several other departments across the organization for the certification.
"While the risk can never be zero, the SOC2 Type 2® report ensures Hubilo has achieved the gold standard for securing customer data and that we have the controls in place to maintain security and privacy of their data," said CTO and Co-founder Mayank Agarwal. "It also signifies that we have the proper policies and procedures in place and are implementing them to match the most stringent standards globally. This certification increases the trust factor for clients and customers.
"During events, there is a lot of data transfer, from personal information for registration to private networking conversations and more. Event professionals, and attendees, will know Hubilo has the measures and tools in place to protect their data."
Hubilo's data protection procedures include but are not limited to end-to-end encryption (In transit and at rest), continuous monitoring and reviewing of each data entry and exit point, audit of access management at regular intervals, an experienced security incident team, well-versed disaster recovery, and data back up procedures, and more. Hubilo will ensure that they manage to exceed their clients' expectations regarding their data security and privacy requirements and will continue to have the process of external audit/reviews done for SOC2 Type 2 at regular intervals.
To learn more about the data security implemented by the SOC2 certification, please visit https://us.aicpa.org/interestareas/frc/assuranceadvisoryservices/aicpasoc2report.
About Hubilo Technologies Inc: Hubilo is the event professional's event platform for virtual, in-person, and hybrid events. Founded in 2015 to revolutionize engagement at in-person events, the company makes it easy to bring people together anywhere, anytime. Hubilo's powerful engagement features, live + dedicated client experience team, and custom branding tools have helped create over 12K events and counting. Headquartered in Bengaluru and San Francisco, Hubilo's 400+ employees are dedicated to enabling the world's most important events: Yours.
Media Contact | Neermohi Shah | neermohi@hubilo.com
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Don Lewis, President Professional Hygiene and member of Essity's Executive Management Team has decided to leave Essity.
STOCKHOLM, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Don Lewis joined the company in 2002 and has held various leadership positions in Essity's professional and consumer businesses in North America and Latin America and most recently with Professional Hygiene in North America, Europe and MEIA. In 2011 he became a member of the Executive Management Team. He will step down from his position as President of Professional Hygiene by the end of 2022.
His successor will be announced in due course.
"Don has grown Essity's professional hygiene business and the Tork brand to become global leaders. Throughout his career at Essity he has been a valued contributor to Essity's strategy and has led some of our major acquisitions. He has been on the forefront of digital innovation and the development of an omnichannel approach for professional hygiene that positions Essity strongly today and in the future. I would like to thank Don for his contributions and wish him well in his future endeavors", says Magnus Groth, Essity President and CEO.
For further information, please contact:
Per Lorentz, Vice President Corporate Communications, +46 733 13 30 55, per.lorentz@essity.com
Johan Karlsson, Vice President Investor Relations, +46 705 11 15 81, johan.ir.karlsson@essity.com
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Nintex's annual customer awards program recognizes public and private-sector organizations across the globe for transforming the way people work with process intelligence and automation
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nintex, the global standard for process intelligence and automation, today announced the finalists for its 2022 Nintex Solution Innovation Awards program across five categories. The annual awards program recognizes organizations in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Middle East and Africa regions that have successfully used Nintex solutions to transform the way people work.
- Learn more about the 2022 Nintex Solution Innovation Awards and the 2022 finalists by visiting https://www.nintex.com/using-nintex/customer-and-partner-awards/2022-nintex-solution-innovation-awards/.
"We are excited to recognize the Nintex Solution Innovation Awards finalists for their success in leveraging the Nintex Process Platform," said Nintex President Global Go to Market, Ben Brewer. "These finalists across industries and continents are driving impactful and meaningful results for their employees, customers, and partners. Our Nintex community has never been stronger."
Organizations leveraging any combination of capabilities from Nintex—Nintex Promapp®, Nintex Workflow, Nintex Forms, Nintex DocGen®, Nintex RPA and Kyron RPA, Nintex Mobile and App Studio, Nintex Drawloop® for Salesforce, Nintex AssureSign®, Nintex Analytics, Nintex K2 Five, and more—were eligible to enter the Nintex Solution Innovation Awards program. Finalists in the 2022 program were chosen based on nominations that were submitted directly by Nintex customers or by Nintex partners, on behalf of one of its customers, for process improvements or automated solutions they built and successfully deployed.
Finalists by award category for the 2022 Nintex Solution Innovation Awards include:
Regional Transformation Leaders
- Americas: GM Financial, Quaker Houghton, and Williams Engineering
- Asia Pacific: Austral Construction, DHL Express Malaysia, and Pan Pacific Hotels Group
- Europe: DuPont De Nemours, Fidelity International, and Twinings
- Middle East & Africa: First Quantum Minerals, Oman Arab Bank, Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia
Game Changing Solution-Specific Deployments
- Process Excellence with Nintex Promapp®: Austral Construction, EverAbility Group, and Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Operational Performance with Nintex DocGen®: 360 Mortgage Management Systems, Consilio, and Dubai South
- Breakthrough Use Cases with Nintex RPA: BGL Group, IQumulate, Johnson & Johnson
- Cloud-Based Success with Nintex Workflow Cloud: Newson Health, UVA Health, Waverton Investment Management, and Yancoal Australia
Industry Breakthroughs
- Financial Services, Americas: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica, Capital Farm Credit, and GM Financial
- Financial Services, Asia Pacific: 360 Mortgage Management Services, Auswide Bank, and IQumulate
- Financial Services, Europe: BGL Group, Fidelity International, and Waverton Investment Management
- Financial Services Middle East & Africa: Oman Arab Bank and Wema Bank
- Health & Life Sciences: Johnson & Johnson, Newson Health, Sivantos, and UVA Health
- Manufacturing & Construction, Americas: Draeger, Quaker Houghton, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Williams Engineering
- Manufacturing & Construction, Asia Pacific: Austral Construction and Harrison Group
- Manufacturing & Construction, EMEA: Al Naboodah Group, DuPont De Nemours, Pikolin, and Trelleborg
- Metals & Mining: Enaex Africa, First Quantum Minerals, and Yancoal Australia
Public Sector Excellence
- Public Sector, Americas: City and County of Denver and Delaware Department of Transportation (Division of Motor Vehicles)
- Public Sector, Asia Pacific: AgriFutures, Light Regional Council, and Tote Board
- Public Sector, Middle East & Africa: Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), Saudi Arabia Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, and Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia
Education & Non-Profit Success
- Education: Auburn University, Busy Bees Asia, Khalifa University, and Trinity Grammar School
- Non-Profit: EverAbility Group, Heartland Alliance, and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
Nintex will announce all winners of the Nintex Solution Innovation Awards 2022 on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 along with one organization named the 2022 Nintex Champion for its overall success with the Nintex Process Platform.
To learn how more organizations across every industry are going digital faster and transforming the way people work with the Nintex Process Platform, visit https://www.nintex.com/why-nintex/case-studies/.
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Laetitia Smith
Nintex
laetitia.smith@nintex.com
cell: +64 21 154 7114
About Nintex
Nintex is the global standard for process intelligence and automation. Today more than 10,000 public and private sector organizations across 90 countries turn to the Nintex Process Platform to accelerate progress on their digital transformation journeys by quickly and easily managing, automating and optimizing business processes. Learn more by visiting www.nintex.com and experience how Nintex and its global partner network are shaping the future of Intelligent Process Automation (IPA).
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How to Watch the NBA on Sunday: TV Channel, Game Times and Odds
Today's NBA Playoff schedule has four quality competitions on the docket. Among those contests is the Cleveland Cavaliers taking on the New York Knicks.
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Today's NBA Games
The New York Knicks play host to the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavaliers look to pull of an away win at the Knicks on Sunday at 1:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
Records and Stats
- NY Record: 47-35
- CLE Record: 51-31
- NY Stats: 116.0 PPG (11th in NBA), 113.1 Opp. PPG (12th)
- CLE Stats: 112.3 PPG (25th in NBA), 106.9 Opp. PPG (first)
Players to Watch
- NY Key Player: Julius Randle (25.1 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 4.1 APG)
- CLE Key Player: Donovan Mitchell (28.3 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 4.4 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: NY -2.5
- NY Odds to Win: -140
- CLE Odds to Win: +119
- Total: 206.5 points
The Golden State Warriors play host to the Sacramento Kings
The Kings take to the home court of the Warriors on Sunday at 3:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
Records and Stats
- GS Record: 44-38
- SAC Record: 48-34
- GS Stats: 118.9 PPG (second in NBA), 117.1 Opp. PPG (21st)
- SAC Stats: 120.7 PPG (first in NBA), 118.1 Opp. PPG (25th)
Players to Watch
- GS Key Player: Stephen Curry (29.4 PPG, 6.1 RPG, 6.3 APG)
- SAC Key Player: Domantas Sabonis (19.1 PPG, 12.3 RPG, 7.3 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: GS -7.5
- GS Odds to Win: -337
- SAC Odds to Win: +266
- Total: 237 points
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The Atlanta Hawks host the Boston Celtics
The Celtics take to the home court of the Hawks on Sunday at 7:00 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: Bally Sports
- Stream Live: Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
Records and Stats
- ATL Record: 41-41
- BOS Record: 57-25
- ATL Stats: 118.4 PPG (third in NBA), 118.1 Opp. PPG (25th)
- BOS Stats: 117.9 PPG (fourth in NBA), 111.4 Opp. PPG (fourth)
Players to Watch
- ATL Key Player: Trae Young (26.2 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 10.2 APG)
- BOS Key Player: Jayson Tatum (30.1 PPG, 8.8 RPG, 4.6 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: BOS -6
- BOS Odds to Win: -245
- ATL Odds to Win: +200
- Total: 231.5 points
The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Denver Nuggets
The Nuggets look to pull of an away win at the Timberwolves on Sunday at 9:30 PM ET.
How to Watch
- TV Channel: Bally Sports
- Stream Live: Fubo (regional restrictions may apply)
- Game Time: 9:30 PM ET
Records and Stats
- MIN Record: 42-40
- DEN Record: 53-29
- MIN Stats: 115.8 PPG (12th in NBA), 115.8 Opp. PPG (18th)
- DEN Stats: 115.8 PPG (12th in NBA), 112.5 Opp. PPG (eighth)
Players to Watch
- MIN Key Player: Anthony Edwards (24.6 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 4.4 APG)
- DEN Key Player: Nikola Jokic (24.5 PPG, 11.8 RPG, 9.8 APG)
Vegas Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: DEN -3.5
- DEN Odds to Win: -162
- MIN Odds to Win: +138
- Total: 225.5 points
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) _ Medical Properties Trust Inc. (MPW) on Thursday reported a key measure of profitability in its third quarter. The results matched Wall Street expectations.
The real estate investment trust, based in Birmingham, Alabama, said it had funds from operations of $272.3 million, or 45 cents per share, in the period.
The average estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for funds from operations of 45 cents per share.
Funds from operations is a closely watched measure in the REIT industry. It takes net income and adds back items such as depreciation and amortization.
The company said it had net income of $221.8 million, or 37 cents per share.
The health care real estate investment trust posted revenue of $352.3 million in the period, missing Street forecasts. Six analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $390.9 million.
Medical Properties expects full-year funds from operations in the range of $1.80 to $1.82 per share.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday sided with a football coach from Washington state who sought to kneel and pray on the field after games.
The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines for the coach. The justices said the coach’s prayer was protected by the First Amendment.
“The Constitution and the best of our traditions counsel mutual respect and tolerance, not censorship and suppression, for religious and nonreligious views alike,” Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote for the majority.
The case forced the justices to wrestle with how to balance the religious and free speech rights of teachers and coaches with the rights of students not to feel pressured into participating in religious practices. The outcome could strengthen the acceptability of some religious practices in the public school setting.
The decision is also the latest in a line of Supreme Court rulings for religious plaintiffs. In another recent example, the court ruled that Maine can’t exclude religious schools from a program that offers tuition aid for private education, a decision that could ease religious organizations’ access to taxpayer money.
That the court ruled for the coach is perhaps not surprising. In 2019, the court declined to take up the case at an early stage, but four of the court’s conservatives agreed that a lower court decision in favor of the school district was “troubling” for its “understanding of the free speech rights of public school teachers.”
The case before the justices involved Joseph Kennedy, a Christian and former football coach at Bremerton High School in Bremerton, Washington. Kennedy started coaching at the school in 2008 and initially prayed alone on the 50-yard line at the end of games. But students started joining him, and over time he began to deliver a short, inspirational talk with religious references. Kennedy did that for years and led students in locker room prayers. The school district learned what he was doing in 2015 and asked him to stop.
Kennedy stopped leading students in prayer in the locker room and on the field but wanted to continue praying on the field himself, with students free to join if they wished. Concerned about being sued for violating students’ religious freedom rights, the school asked him to stop his practice of kneeling and praying while still “on duty” as a coach after the game. The school tried to work out a solution so Kennedy could pray privately before or after the game. When he continued to kneel and pray on the field, the school put him on paid leave.
Three justices on the court attended public high schools themselves while the rest attended Catholic schools.
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