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ISTANBUL (AP) — A global audience of 450 million viewers is expected to watch at least some part of the Champions League final between Manchester City and Inter Milan on Saturday, UEFA has estimated.
The live, minute-by-minute average audience — a longtime gold standard in the broadcasting industry — of about 150 million is expected for the game in Istanbul that is being shown in more than 200 territories worldwide, UEFA said. It includes verified and estimated in-home TV viewers, fans streaming the game plus those watching in bars, restaurants and fan parks.
That 150 million figure is lower than the Champions League record 184 million average audience set by the 2014 final when Real Madrid beat city rival Atlético Madrid 4-1 after extra time.
The lower audience rating in 2023 reflects changing viewing habits and the absence of Real Madrid, which has a long-established global fan base.
Madrid’s 1-0 victory over Liverpool one year ago had an average audience of 166 million, according to UEFA research, and the same two teams’ final in 2018 had a 161 million average.
When Liverpool played another English club, Tottenham, one year later in 2019 the average audience was just 91 million, according to UEFA.
Another all-English final delivered the lowest average audience in the past 15 years — just 84 million for Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Man City two years ago.
Lower ratings for modern Champions League finals also reflects UEFA selling rights in fewer markets to free-to-air broadcasters. Instead, UEFA and clubs have prioritized higher-revenue deals with pay-TV networks.
Still, the low figure for the 2021 final was almost doubled the next year when Real Madrid was again involved.
Broadcast deals have driven the commercial revenue of UEFA’s three club competitions to about 3.6 billion euros ($3.9 billion) this season.
The 32 Champions League clubs that qualified for the group stage will share more than 2 billion euros ($2.15 billion) in UEFA prize money this season.
Man City is likely to be Europe’s top earner with at least 120 million euros ($129 million). Real Madrid topped the list last season with 133.7 million euros ($144 million) in prize money from UEFA.
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Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music and video game platforms this week.
MOVIES
— Jennifer Lopez, rom-com queen, returns to the genre she's most identified with in “Shotgun Wedding,” premiering Friday on Amazon's Prime Video. Lopez stars with Josh Duhamel as a couple whose Philippines beach-resort destination wedding goes awry when the wedding party is taken hostage. For Lopez, who last year wed Ben Affleck in a Las Vegas drive-thru chapel, it's her second wedding-themed romantic comedy in the last year, following 2022's “Marry Me.” This one, at least, features “White Lotus” star Jennifer Coolidge (it's now Hollywood law that she must star in all exotically located tales).
— “black-ish” creator Kenya Barris and Jonah Hill co-wrote “You People,” a new Netflix comedy about a Los Angeles interracial couple and the culture clash of their families. Lauren London and Hill star as the couple, with Eddie Murphy and Nia Long playing her Muslim parents, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus and David Duchovny playing his Jewish parents. Barris directs the film, streaming Friday.
— AP Film Writer Jake Coyle
MUSIC
— Singer-songwriter Sam Smith is releasing “Gloria,” an album the singer-songwriter calls a “coming of age.” Early singles include the epically sexy arena pop “Unholy” featuring Kim Petras, and the intimate, self-affirming ballad “Love Me More” with the lyrics: “Every day I’m trying not to hate myself/But lately it’s not hurting like it did before.” Smith recorded the album in Jamaica, Los Angeles and London, and says: “It feels like emotional, sexual and spiritual liberation. It was beautiful, with this album, to sing freely again. Oddly, it feels like my first-ever record. And it feels like a coming of age.”
— Celebrate Roberta Flack, one of music’s best voices, in the feature-length documentary, “Roberta,” airing Tuesday as part of PBS “American Masters” series. The movie “explores the depth and complexity of her lyrical and thematic choices as well as the sophisticated mix of classical and soul influences on her style.” This year marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Flack’s landmark fourth album, “Killing Me Softly” and she has a new children’s book that tells of her musical beginnings, “The Green Piano: How Little Me Found Music.”
— For a sardonic look at life go no further than Elle King, whose spiky album “Come Get Your Wife” will be a welcome addition to 2023. The country collection celebrates all sides of the artist, from “being a hot mess, a glorious excess and a woman coming into her own.” There are the tongue-in-cheek singles “Tulsa” and “Try Jesus,” the latter of which finds King looking to a higher sort of relationship since men in her life are letting her down. It's accompanied by a hysterical video of her dressed as all the bad guys as she shops in a dollar store.
— Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy
TELEVISION
— The new Fox series “Accused” has an interesting premise. Each episode features a new cast, with a person on trial for a crime. The series then explains what happened — from the perspective of the defendant, leading up to the result of the trial. Cast members include Michael Chiklis, Jill Hennessy and Malcom-Jamal Warner. Howard Gordon, who created “24” and “Homeland” is an executive producer. “Accused,” which debuted Sunday is based on a BBC program of the same name.
— “Knives Out” and “Glass Onion” writer, director Rian Johnson describes his new show “Poker Face,” starring Natasha Lyonne, as a “how done it” and not a “who done it.” Lyonne plays Charlie, a wise-cracking, friendly drifter who has an uncanny ability to immediately know if someone is lying. Charlie is on the run from a casino mobster, working odd jobs and encountering new people. She also often finds herself with a front-row seat to mysteries, setting off her internal lie detector, when she suspects someone is not telling the truth. If critics are correct, “Poker Face” could be Peacock’s first hit. Its first three episodes drop Monday and the rest of season one will be doled out one-by-one on a weekly basis.
— Alicia Rancilio
VIDEO GAMES
— New York, New York: If you can make it there, you’ll make it anywhere. Which is good for Frey Holland, the heroine of Square Enix’s Forspoken, who finds herself yanked out of the Big Apple and dropped into a dazzling but blighted world called Athia that’s ruled by a trio of wicked sorceresses. Fortunately, Frey picks up a few spells and some mad parkour skills, and she’s equipped with a chatty, sarcastic bracelet that’s eager to help her find her way home. Forspoken's designers worked on 2016's Final Fantasy XV, and while their new game may not be as epic, it might hold fans over until Final Fantasy XVI arrives this summer. Frey's adventure begins Tuesday on PlayStation 5 and PC.
— Lou Kesten
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BOYNTON BEACH, Fla., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Southeast Florida division of Mattamy Homes, the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, was recently named one of South Florida Business Journal's 2023 Best Places to Work. The division ranked fifth overall for medium-sized companies (50 to 99 employees).
"Mattamy team members are all genuine and caring people who inspire one another each and every day. At our company, everyone's opinion matters, and we actively foster an environment where everyone can be themselves and a valued contributor to the great work we do together," said Dan Grosswald, President of Mattamy's Southeast Florida Division. "We've built a diverse and inclusive workplace to support not only our colleagues, but our homeowners and communities as well. Our motto is, 'Mattamy is for those who want to build a better tomorrow.'"
Continuously investing in the success and happiness of its team members, Mattamy Homes promotes individual development and career growth at all levels of the company via mentoring, training and internships. The company also supplements its standard benefits by providing additional time off during the holiday season so employees can relax, reset and spend quality time with their families.
Additionally, the homebuilder offers its employees designated time off to volunteer at an organization that is of personal importance.
Throughout its 44 years of history and success, Mattamy Homes has remained a forward-thinking company, consistently identifying and capitalizing on opportunities despite turning market circumstances. Its communities continue to receive critical acclaim from the top builders' associations throughout Florida. Most recently, the company won big at the Gold Coast Builders Association 2022 PRISM Awards—winning 10 awards, including Community of the Year for Telaro at Tradition, a 55+ active adult neighborhood—and Treasure Coast Builder Association's (TCBA) 2022 Parade of Homes, for which the Clarion and Dahlia floorplans at Tradition won Platinum Awards.
For more information on Mattamy Homes, visit https://mattamyhomes.com/.
Mattamy Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, with 40-plus years of history across the United States and Canada. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of homeownership. In the United States, the company is represented in 11 markets — Dallas, Charlotte, Raleigh, Phoenix, Tucson, Jacksonville, Orlando (where its U.S. head office is located), Tampa, Sarasota, Naples and Southeast Florida. In Canada, Mattamy Homes' communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area as well as Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton. Visit www.mattamyhomes.com for more information.
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MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Gunmen in military uniforms shot and killed a provincial governor and wounded civilians while the politician was meeting poor villagers at his home in the central Philippines, in the latest brazen assault on local politicians in the country, police officials said.
At least six men armed with assault rifles alighted from a convoy and opened fire on Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo, hitting him and a still-unspecified number of villagers at his home in Pamplona town. The province has a history of violent political rivalries. The gunmen fled and later abandoned three SUVs, police said.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. condemned the mid-morning attack, which was witnessed by local officials and poor villagers who gathered in front of Degamo’s house to seek cash and medical aid, officials said.
“My government will not rest until we have brought the perpetrators of this dastardly and heinous crime to justice,” Marcos said in a statement.
Marcos said without elaborating that authorities have gathered “much information and now have a clear direction on how to proceed to bring to justice those behind this killing,” adding the mastermind and the killers “can run but you cannot hide. We will find you. If you surrender now it will be your best option.”
Degamo’s killing is the latest in a series of high-profile gun attacks on local politicians that underscore how criminal violence even against officials has persisted despite the government’s pledge to combat such violence.
Gunmen wounded Governor Mamintal Alonto Adiong Jr. of southern Lanao del Sur province and killed four of his bodyguards in an attack on their convoy last month. Police said they killed one of the suspects in a clash.
In a separate recent attack, unidentified men reportedly wearing police uniforms fired guns at the van of northern Aparri town Vice Mayor Rommel Alameda, killing him and five companions in northern Nueva Vizcaya province. The suspects remain at large.
Crimes, decades-long Muslim and communist rebellions, and other security concerns are some of the major problems inherited by Marcos, who took office in June last year. | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/ap-international/philippine-governor-killed-by-gunmen-while-meeting-villagers/ | 2023-03-05 01:50:46 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/national-world/ap-international/philippine-governor-killed-by-gunmen-while-meeting-villagers/ |
JACKSONVILLE, Ark. — As the City of Jacksonville continues its recovery and rebuilding efforts after March’s tornado, First Baptist Church has been working around the clock to provide a roof and to be a home for those who lost theirs.
“We're housing somewhere on any given night between 19 and 25 people that were displaced from their homes, or apartments, you know, just people that don't have a place to go,” said Senior Pastor Seth Tucker.
Though it's a temporary fix, the church has been working closely with the city to find long-term solutions.
“If we have anyone that has an apartment, or a house that's up for rent, or you know, something like that, we're looking for those opportunities for these families,” said Tucker.
On Monday, Mayor Jeff Elmore met with the Department of Human Services to get more guidance.
“DHS has got a plan in place, and they're going to be taking our survivors or victims from this, and trying to either locate them in hotel rooms, fully covered,” said Elmore.
He explained that FEMA has given vouchers but unfortunately, they don't work for everyone. That's where the city steps in.
“People have had to have a credit card for a deposit and a lot of people don't have that,” said Elmore. “So, the vouchers have not helped them. This will put them in there. No questions asked 100% they're taken care of.”
More room availability is on the way as the city's hotels regain power and the ability to open more rooms.
“Entergy has power going into the city. So, a lot of those rooms are clearing out which is making more room for our residents seeking shelter,” Elmore explained.
While the permanent housing efforts continue, the church said it'll keep its doors open for as long as needed.
"If we needed to keep the shelter open for three months, we'll do it. It'll be hard, but we'll do it,” said Tucker. “Because we're not going to leave our city abandoned. I told our church this isn't a two-week mission trip. This is our city.” | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/jacksonville-housing-tornado-victims/91-07233692-0559-4db4-b45e-968fee427e3f | 2023-04-11 01:00:15 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/jacksonville-housing-tornado-victims/91-07233692-0559-4db4-b45e-968fee427e3f |
Late last month, the Transportation Security Administration found a live explosive device in a checked bag month at Lehigh Valley International Airport in Pennsylvania. TSA officers took the appropriate actions and confirmed the find. Airport surveillance camera footage helped authorities identify a suspect, and the FBI made an arrest.
There are lessons to be learned from this incident.
As much as the TSA touts stopping firearms from getting onto airplanes, explosives are a more dangerous threat to the air system. That is why travelers are limited to 3-ounce liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes in their carry-on bags.
With improvised explosive devices, numerous factors can mask what the item is and make it easy to miss. In the Pennsylvania case, the explosive appeared somewhat simple, making it possible to detect. TSA screeners were on target with their attention.
Of critical importance, the person now in custody was known to local law enforcement. Such individuals should be given extra security screening — of their person, carry-on bags and checked luggage. This is the foundation of risk-based security, which aligns security resources with security risk.
If a person is known to local law enforcement, this should flag them for additional attention at airports. Fortunately, most people do not carry such a record. However, the few who do demand extra screening. In this case, the person’s checked bags needed extra attention, and fortunately, such attention prevented the likelihood of an air system incident.
So how can the TSA effectively concentrate its attention on the right people?
The TSA Precheck program is designed for this purpose. When people subject themselves to the requisite background check, they become a known traveler to the TSA. And known travelers pose significantly lower risk to the air system.
This means that offering Precheck at no cost to anyone willing to undergo the background check should be a top priority for the TSA. The expense of offering Precheck for free would be recouped by the cost savings at airport security checkpoints in personnel and security equipment.
Anytime the TSA uses security resources and places excessive attention on a TSA Precheck-vetted passenger, the agency is making two mistakes that effectively make the air system riskier.
First, the security resources and attention are being squandered, as the benefits accrued from such security are dwarfed by the costs.
Second, attention placed on vetted passengers is not being used on nonvetted passengers.
Technology can support and enhance human judgment, but it can never replace it. And the best way to optimize the judgment of people is to minimize distractions that can lead to human error.
The good news is most passengers pose little risk to the air system. Yet finding the few who do is akin to finding needles in a haystack. The best approach that the TSA can take is parsing the haystack so that known travelers are partitioned away from unknown risks. Then the TSA can use its limited resources to focus on these risks.
Sheldon Jacobson is a professor of computer science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He applies his expertise in data-driven risk-based decision-making to evaluate and inform public policy. He has studied aviation security for more than 25 years, providing the technical foundations for risk-based security and TSA Precheck. He wrote this for the Chicago Tribune. | https://www.twincities.com/2023/03/16/sheldon-jacobson-precheck-for-free-would-optimize-tsa-security/ | 2023-03-17 11:47:14 | 0 | https://www.twincities.com/2023/03/16/sheldon-jacobson-precheck-for-free-would-optimize-tsa-security/ |
I would like to respond to the article in the Perspectives section dated May 8, 2022, entitled “Doing away with Roe V. Wade will have repercussions” by Tara Fletcher.
At the end, after listing numerous figures of the flood of children that will be allowed to live, she states that only the pro-life side should consider the quality of life of these children. The pro-life side is mainly composed of religious people and organizations. The Hoover Institute published a study that showed that 91% of the religious groups donate to charity compared to 66% of secular groups. It also showed that 67% of religious groups volunteer their time compared to 44% of secular groups. So Ms. Fletcher, how about encouraging the secular to at least come up to the level of religious pro-lifers in their charitable giving of money and time to the least fortunate? Then maybe they could join with us in caring for all of those living children instead of just saying “I told you so.”
I am sure Ms. Fletcher supports the principles that our country are founded on, including that first one called the Right to Life. If you don’t uphold that one for the weakest of us, in the womb, then where do you draw the line? How about those who are dependent on financial and medical support to live? What about those that are in the last years of life in nursing and care facilities? Do these groups no longer have a right to live based on the quality of their current and future lives? And who makes that decision?
There is a reason the religious are so adamant about that life in the womb. God said in the Bible that when you have done it to the least of these, you have done it to me. God also says that He knew us before we were knit together in the womb. Don’t you think that our God knows what the future quality of our life can be and that He knowingly decided to bring us into this world? I don’t know about you, but I have no desire to stand one day in front of God and tell Him that He made the wrong decision and that I knew better than Him. We are endowed by God, our Creator, with the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
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ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Wednesday evening's drawing of the "Lucky For Life" game were:
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ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Wednesday evening's drawing of the "Lucky For Life" game were:
02-04-25-44-46, Lucky Ball: 13
(two, four, twenty-five, forty-four, forty-six; Lucky Ball: thirteen) | https://www.expressnews.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Lucky-For-Life-game-17474312.php | 2022-09-29 03:15:19 | 1 | https://www.expressnews.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Lucky-For-Life-game-17474312.php |
PARMA HEIGHTS, Ohio (WJW) – The Parma Heights Police Department is investigating the death of a 68-year-old woman who was run over by an ambulance.
According to a press release from police, officers and paramedics responded to an apartment in the Cleveland suburb Saturday at around 9 p.m.
Police say a neighbor called to request someone check on the 68-year-old woman.
Though authorities spoke to the woman, police say she refused treatment.
However, witnesses say after the paramedics left the woman’s apartment, she went down the elevator and to the passenger’s side of the ambulance, where she fell.
The woman was crushed by the ambulance as it was pulling away, police say.
Paramedics said they didn’t know the woman had come outside, according to the press release from the police department.
The woman died at the scene. She has not been identified.
“At this time there is no indication any members of the Parma Heights Fire Department were acting in a reckless and/or negligent manner,” Detective Adam Sloan wrote in the press release.
The accident remains under investigation. | https://wgntv.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/woman-run-over-by-ambulance-killed-in-ohio/ | 2023-06-18 21:43:19 | 1 | https://wgntv.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/woman-run-over-by-ambulance-killed-in-ohio/ |
WINONA, Minn. (WXOW) -- The Winona Area Public Schools (WAPS) board approved two referendum questions during Thursday night's meeting.
The first question asks voters to invest $72.5 million for classroom and building improvements to the district's schools.
Included in that is addressing accessibility issues at the elementary schools. They're also looking to remodel unused classrooms at the Winona Area Learning Center into a fitness and activity space.
Question two asks voters for $21.7 million for improvements to extracurricular spaces. It would include the addition of a gymnasium in the high school and accessible locker rooms. The music area would also be remodeled.
For a $200,000 household, the tax increase for question one is $177 per year. If question two passes, the yearly increase would be about $77.
Residents will vote on the questions on April 11. The first question must be passed before question two can pass.
To learn more, click here. | https://www.wxow.com/news/winona-area-public-schools-finalizes-referendum-questions/article_cb009866-8e17-11ed-80d5-27eedd1bdd5d.html | 2023-01-07 01:18:05 | 1 | https://www.wxow.com/news/winona-area-public-schools-finalizes-referendum-questions/article_cb009866-8e17-11ed-80d5-27eedd1bdd5d.html |
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (AP) — Patti LaBelle was abruptly rushed off stage just a couple of songs into her Christmas concert in Milwaukee after a bomb threat forced authorities to evacuate the theater.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that video from the Riverside Theater on Saturday night shows what appears to be two security officers interrupting the 78-year-old LaBelle as she chats with an audience member. They rush her off stage. Shortly after, someone announced that the nearly full 2,500-seat theater had to be evacuated because of a bomb threat.
Catherine Brunson, who documented the evacuation on Facebook Live, told the newspaper that the evacuation happened two songs into LaBelle’s concert around 9:24 p.m.
“We came out and police had the block taped off. … A whole lot of people were pretty upset. … It’s scary,” Brunson said.
Scott Pierce, who also attended the concert, said everyone exited the theater calmly, but it’s “just sad that someone does this.”
Milwaukee Police Capt. Warren Allen Jr. said in a statement early Sunday that K9 units searched the theater and no explosive devices were discovered, so there was no threat to the public.
As of Sunday morning, LaBelle hadn’t issued a statement about the evacuation on social media. The operator of the Riverside Theater, Pabst Theater Group, said it would work with LaBelle to reschedule the show in the future. | https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/bomb-threat-disrupts-patti-labelle-concert-in-wisconsin/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all | 2022-12-11 19:28:54 | 1 | https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/bomb-threat-disrupts-patti-labelle-concert-in-wisconsin/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
The Ministry continued its 'Bringing The Bahamas to You' Global Sales and Marketing Missions in Calgary, Toronto and Montreal
NASSAU, Bahamas, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) continued its successful series of Global Sales and Marketing Missions in Canada to reengage tourism partners and boost visitor arrivals from the area.
A quintessentially Bahamian kickoff at Calgary's Fairmont Palliser Hotel brought a sampling of Bahamian culture and cuisine to Western Canada on 31 Oct. Following the success of that event, the Honourable I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation led a delegation of senior tourism officials to participate in a trio of November events. These included meetings with key stakeholders from across the tourism industry in a media event on 1 Nov. at the Park Hyatt Toronto and a trade event on 2 Nov. at Universal EventSpace in Vaughan. The last event was held in Montreal, Quebec on 3 Nov. at the Four Seasons Hotel.
DPM Cooper, along with BMOTIA executives, destination representatives and hotel partners, hosted more than 500 guests in total at the evening events, with key industry leaders, sales and trade representatives, stakeholders and media in attendance. Guests were transported to The Bahamas via a full island-inspired meal, as well as Bahamian-themed cocktails, music and entertainment. An electrifying Junkanoo performance ended the night with a bang.
A live Q+A panel highlighted The Bahamas' steadily growing tourism numbers, plans for future growth and innovation, the beauty and appeal of its 16 islands and the many reasons why The Bahamas is a sought-after destination.
"There is infinite potential in Canada – we consider the country an extremely important market," said DPM Cooper.
"With new direct flights from Toronto and Montreal to Grand Bahama Island coming this December, and frequent flights from Toronto and Montreal to Nassau, visiting our beautiful islands is easier than ever. We are so pleased to also add in a weekly direct nonstop flight from Calgary to Nassau, as well as a weekly direct flight from Toronto to Exuma. Weekly service from Montreal to San Salvador will also be offered this winter (charter with Club Med). Canadians should keep island-hopping in The Bahamas top of mind for their next vacation."
Meanwhile, Deputy Director General, Dr. R. Kenneth Romer, enthusiastically touted the new direct service to Grand Bahama as another clear indication of the island's rebound and that Grand Bahama is open for business.
Romer said: "I am elated to see up-close and personal all the possibilities available for Grand Bahama from Canada and look forward to how tourism at large will benefit from the invaluable connections and opportunities advanced from these global missions. I invite all of you to come to Grand Bahama and experience our diverse product offerings. Indeed, Grand Bahama is on a direct trajectory to being GRAND again."
The series of Global Sales and Marketing Missions kicked off in September, beginning in the U.S. The BMOTIA will also be heading to Atlanta, Georgia, Houston, Texas, and Los Angeles, California in the future.
Once the Missions to the major travel hubs across the U.S. and Canada have been wrapped up, the BMOTIA delegation will visit Latin America and Europe to bring a taste of The Bahamas directly to key international markets across the globe to inspire travel to the destination.
The Bahamas has over 700 islands and cays, as well as 16 unique island destinations. Located only 50 miles off the coast of Florida, it offers a quick and easy way for travellers to escape their everyday. The island nation also boasts world-class fishing, diving, boating and thousands of miles of the Earth's most spectacular beaches for families, couples and adventurers to explore. See why It's Better in The Bahamas at www.bahamas.com or on Facebook, YouTube or Instagram.
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Fried Pickles deal is good for dads all day on Sunday, June 19
ATHENS, Ga., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zaxby's, the premium quick-service restaurant known for its Chicken Fingerz™, wings and signature sauces, is celebrating Father's Day with a special Fried Pickles offer valid on June 19, at participating locations nationwide while supplies last. To redeem the offer, guests are encouraged to order a side of Fried Pickles with the purchase of any adult entrée when ordering ahead online or through the app and the Fried Pickles side will be discounted upon checkout. The deal is valid on June 19 only.
"Fried pickles have always been a fan favorite at Zaxby's and one of the most requested products on our menu. To celebrate Father's Day and to welcome fried pickles back on the menu full-time, we are offering Dads a free side of our beloved southern staple," said Patrick Schwing, chief marketing and strategy officer at Zaxby's.
Zaxby's Fried Pickles are lightly dusted in a cornmeal batter and made from fresh, crinkle-cut thin slices of dill pickles and fried to golden brown perfection. Available as a shareable, they're served with a ranch sauce that is a blend of fresh buttermilk and herbs.
Zaxby's recently announced the return of its beloved Fried Pickles as a permanent menu item and celebrated the cherished shareable on Twitter with a whimsy tweet, encouraging followers to reply in order to "get their profile photo fried."
The Southern classic is available systemwide at participating restaurants as a stand-alone snack or as an add-on to complement one of Zaxby's fan-favorite meals and sandwiches like the new Signature Club Sandwich with bacon and cheese. Customers are encouraged to sign up for Zax Fanz Club, available on zaxbys.com and for download on Google Play and the App Store for rewards and free food.
Founded in 1990, Zaxby's is committed to serving delicious chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches and salads in a fun, offbeat atmosphere where customers are considered friends. For the second year in a row, Zaxby's iconic Signature Sandwich won Thrillist's 2022 Fasties Award for Best Fried Chicken Sandwich. Zaxby's has grown to more than 900 locations in 18 states and is headquartered in Athens, Georgia. For more information, visit zaxbys.com or zaxbysfranchising.com.
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Oracle Announces Fiscal 2023 Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Full Year Financial Results
Published: Jun. 12, 2023 at 3:05 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
- FY 2023 Total Revenue $50.0 billion, up 18% in USD, up 22% in constant currency
- Q4 GAAP Earnings per Share $1.19, Non-GAAP Earnings per Share $1.67
- Q4 Total Revenue $13.8 billion, up 17% in USD, up 18% in constant currency
- Q4 Cloud Revenue (IaaS plus SaaS) $4.4 billion, up 54% in USD, up 55% in constant currency
- Q4 Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS) Revenue $1.4 billion, up 76% in USD, up 77% in constant currency
- Q4 Cloud Application (SaaS) Revenue $3.0 billion, up 45% in USD, up 47% in constant currency
- Q4 Fusion Cloud ERP (SaaS) Revenue $0.7 billion, up 26% in USD, up 28% in constant currency
- Q4 NetSuite Cloud ERP (SaaS) Revenue $0.7 billion, up 22% in USD, up 24% in constant currency
AUSTIN, Texas, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oracle Corporation (NYSE: ORCL) today announced fiscal 2023 Q4 and full-year results. Total quarterly revenues were up 17% year-over-year in USD and up 18% in constant currency to $13.8 billion. Cloud services and license support revenues were up 23% in USD and up 25% in constant currency to $9.4 billion. Cloud license and on-premise license revenues were down 15% in USD and down 14% in constant currency to $2.2 billion. For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, Cerner contributed $1.5 billion to total revenues.
Q4 GAAP operating income was $4.1 billion. Non-GAAP operating income was $6.2 billion, up 10% in USD and up 12% in constant currency. GAAP operating margin was 30%, and non-GAAP operating margin was 44%. GAAP net income was $3.3 billion, and non-GAAP net income was $4.7 billion. Q4 GAAP earnings per share was $1.19 while non-GAAP earnings per share was $1.67. Without the impact of the U.S. dollar strengthening compared to foreign currencies, Oracle's reported Q4 non-GAAP earnings per share would have been $0.03 higher.
Short-term deferred revenues were $9.0 billion. Operating cash flow was $17.2 billion during fiscal year 2023, up 80% in USD.
Fiscal year 2023 total revenues were up 18% in USD and up 22% in constant currency to $50.0 billion. Cloud services and license support revenues were up 17% in USD and up 21% in constant currency to $35.3 billion. Cloud license and on-premise license revenues were down 2% in USD and up 2% in constant currency to $5.8 billion. For fiscal 2023, Cerner contributed $5.9 billion to total revenues.
Fiscal year 2023 GAAP operating income was $13.1 billion, and GAAP operating margin was 26%. Non-GAAP operating income was $20.9 billion, and non-GAAP operating margin was 42%. GAAP net income was $8.5 billion, while non-GAAP net income was $14.2 billion. GAAP earnings per share was $3.07, while non-GAAP earnings per share was $5.12.
"Oracle's revenue reached an all-time high of $50 billion in FY23," said Oracle CEO, Safra Catz. "Annual revenue growth was led by our cloud applications and infrastructure businesses which grew at a combined rate of 50% in constant currency. Our infrastructure growth rate has been accelerating—with 63% growth for the full year, and 77% growth in the fourth quarter. Our cloud applications growth rate also accelerated in FY23. So, both of our two strategic cloud businesses are getting bigger—and growing faster. That bodes well for another strong year in FY24."
"Oracle's Gen2 Cloud has quickly become the number 1 choice for running Generative AI workloads," said Oracle Chairman and CTO, Larry Ellison. "Why? Because Oracle has the highest performance, lowest cost GPU cluster technology in the world. NVIDIA themselves are using our clusters, including one with more than 4,000 GPUs, for their AI infrastructure. Our GPU clusters are built using the highest-bandwidth and lowest-latency RDMA network—and scale up to 32,000 GPUs. As a result, cutting edge companies doing LLM development such as Mosaic ML, Adept AI, Cohere plus 30 other AI development companies have recently signed contracts to purchase more than $2 billion of capacity in Oracle's Gen2 Cloud."
The board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share of outstanding common stock. This dividend will be paid to stockholders of record as of the close of business on July 12, 2023, with a payment date of July 26, 2023.
- A sample list of customers which purchased Oracle Cloud services during the quarter will be available at www.oracle.com/customers/earnings/.
- A list of recent technical innovations and announcements is available at www.oracle.com/news/.
- To learn what industry analysts have been saying about Oracle's products and services see www.oracle.com/corporate/analyst-reports/.
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APPENDIX A
ORACLE CORPORATION
Q4 FISCAL 2023 FINANCIAL RESULTS
EXPLANATION OF NON-GAAP MEASURES
To supplement our financial results presented on a GAAP basis, we use the non-GAAP measures indicated in the tables, which exclude certain business combination accounting entries and expenses related to acquisitions, as well as other significant expenses including stock-based compensation, that we believe are helpful in understanding our past financial performance and our future results. Our non-GAAP financial measures are not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for comparable GAAP measures and should be read only in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. Our management regularly uses our supplemental non-GAAP financial measures internally to understand, manage and evaluate our business and make operating decisions. These non-GAAP measures are among the primary factors management uses in planning for and forecasting future periods. Compensation of our executives is based in part on the performance of our business based on these non-GAAP measures. Our non-GAAP financial measures reflect adjustments based on the following items, as well as the related income tax effects:
- Stock-based compensation expenses: We have excluded the effect of stock-based compensation expenses from our non-GAAP operating expenses, income tax effects and net income measures. Although stock-based compensation is a key incentive offered to our employees, and we believe such compensation contributed to the revenues earned during the periods presented and also believe it will contribute to the generation of future period revenues, we continue to evaluate our business performance excluding stock-based compensation expenses. Stock-based compensation expenses will recur in future periods.
- Amortization of intangible assets: We have excluded the effect of amortization of intangible assets from our non-GAAP operating expenses, income tax effects and net income measures. Amortization of intangible assets is inconsistent in amount and frequency and is significantly affected by the timing and size of our acquisitions. Investors should note that the use of intangible assets contributed to our revenues earned during the periods presented and will contribute to our future period revenues as well. Amortization of intangible assets will recur in future periods.
- Acquisition related and other expenses; and restructuring expenses: We have excluded the effect of acquisition related and other expenses and the effect of restructuring expenses from our non-GAAP operating expenses, income tax effects and net income measures. We incurred expenses in connection with our acquisitions and also incurred certain other operating expenses or income, which we generally would not have otherwise incurred in the periods presented as a part of our continuing operations. For all periods presented, acquisition related and other expenses consisted of personnel related costs for transitional and certain other employees, certain business combination adjustments including certain adjustments after the measurement period has ended, and certain other operating items, net. For fiscal 2022, acquisition related and other expenses substantially consisted of litigation related charges totaling $4.7 billion that we generally do not expect to recur, and we consider the $4.7 billion of litigation related charges to be outside our ordinary course of business based on the following considerations: (i) the unprecedented nature of the litigation related charges including the nature and size of the damages awarded; (ii) the dissimilarity of this litigation and related charges to recurring litigation of which we are a party in our normal business course for which any and all such charges are included in our GAAP operating results and non-GAAP measures; (iii) the complexity of the case; (iv) the counterparty involved; and (v) our expectation that litigation related charges of this nature will not recur in future periods; among other factors. Restructuring expenses consisted of employee severance and other exit costs. We believe it is useful for investors to understand the effects of these items on our total operating expenses. Although acquisition related and other expenses and restructuring expenses may diminish over time with respect to past acquisitions and/or strategic initiatives, we generally will incur certain of these expenses in connection with any future acquisitions and/or strategic initiatives.
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PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — Exaggeration, misinformation and myth have always infected politics – even before social media took it to the extreme.
Misconceptions take especially strong hold where U.S. presidents are concerned: sometimes to their advantage, sometimes not. Some claims relate to policy, others to their biographies and personal traits.
That George Washington story about the cherry tree? Apocryphal. And his teeth weren’t actually made of wood. (At least some of his “false teeth” were taken from the mouths of enslaved persons.) There’s no evidence that William Howard Taft ever got stuck in a bathtub. (He was the heaviest president on record, though, at more than 300 pounds.)
James Monroe wasn’t the principal force behind the Monroe Doctrine. (That would be his secretary of state and future president John Quincy Adams.) And Richard Nixon wasn’t actually impeached. (He resigned before the full House could vote on the matter.)
As former President Jimmy Carter receives home hospice care at the age of 98, misconceptions about his life are coming into focus as well. Most are rooted in some truth but need more context:
MISCONCEPTION: Ronald Reagan freed the American hostages in Iran.
MORE ACCURATE: Carter and his administration negotiated their release, but Tehran wouldn’t free them until after Reagan’s inauguration on Jan. 20, 1981.
THE DETAILS: Iranian revolutionaries stormed the U.S. Embassy in Tehran on Nov. 4, 1979. They would hold 52 U.S. citizens for 444 days. From the outset, Carter resolved not to start a shooting war in response. He authorized a rescue mission in the spring of 1980, but mechanical problems forced the helicopter operation to abort and one crashed, killing eight servicemen.
Carter, a Democrat, continued diplomatic efforts but suffered politically amid intense news coverage of the crisis. He lost in a Nov. 4 landslide to the Republican Reagan. A final round of negotiations began in Algeria after. The U.S. delegation was led by Deputy Secretary of State Warren Christopher. Iran and the U.S. finalized terms for the hostages’ release on Carter’s final full day in office, Jan. 19, 1981, and Carter remained in the Oval Office the next morning, Inauguration Day, seeing through details. They were released shortly after Reagan was sworn in. Reagan then sent Carter to West Germany to greet the freed Americans.
MISCONCEPTION: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter founded Habitat for Humanity.
MORE ACCURATE: The Carters have been Habitat’s most famous endorsers and volunteers. But the organization was established by wealthy businessman Millard Fuller and his wife, Linda, as an outgrowth a Georgia commune where the spent time in the 1960s.
THE DETAILS: Habitat grew out of the housing ministry of Koinonia Farm, a multiracial commune in Carter’s home county that was ostracized in the days of Jim Crow segregation. In 1965, Fuller came to the farm for what he’d later describe as spiritual renewal.
Carter biographer Jonathan Alter details that Martin Luther King Jr. befriended Koinonia’s white founder, Clarence Jordan, during the civil rights movement. But the non-profit organization was accused in Georgia courts of being a communist front, and King’s inner circle considered it radical. Jordan was beaten on the streets of Americus, a short distance from Plains. Against this backdrop, Alter writes, Jimmy Carter kept his distance. Jordan’s nephew, Hamilton Jordan, would become Carter’s White House chief of staff. Alter records the younger Jordan, who died in 2008, saying his uncle viewed Carter as “just a politician.”
Koinonia’s local housing programs were formalized as the “Fund for Humanity” in the late 1960s. Carter was running for governor then. The Fullers established Habitat for Humanity in 1976, the year Carter won the presidency. The Carters’ first volunteer Habitat build was in New York City in 1984. That became the annual Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, which would eventually build, renovate or repair 4,400 homes in 14 countries. The Carters worked alongside more than 104,000 volunteers, by The Carter Center’s count.
MISCONEPTION: Jimmy Carter was an unabashed liberal.
MORE ACCURATE: Carter was a moderate politician, campaigned deliberately and, once in office, pursued policies that don’t fit easily under one label.
THE DETAILS: Carter sought the presidency in 1976 as an outsider in a party largely controlled in Washington by New Deal liberals and Kennedy loyalists. Carter was a “Southern Democrat” who never gelled with Massachusetts Sen. Ted Kennedy, who challenged him in a damaging 1980 primary. Carter had described himself in Georgia as both “conservative” and “progressive,” depending on the issue, the audience and the campaign. Sometimes he even used those words together.
He was a good-government policy wonk who spent considerable political capital reorganizing government in Atlanta and then Washington. He pushed windfall taxes on big oil (unsuccessfully) but frustrated fellow Democrats on spending priorities and added little to the national debt compared to all his successors (less than $300 billion in four years). The deregulatory era often associated with Reagan actually began with Carter loosening regulations on airlines, trains and trucking.
Carter advocated for a national health program but his top health care bill failed because it didn’t go far enough for party liberals, including Kennedy. Carter grew more openly progressive as a former president, voting for Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential primaries. But he also warned his party ahead of 2020 not to move too far left if they hoped to defeat then-President Donald Trump.
MISCONCEPTION: Jimmy Carter is married to “RAHZ-lyn,” and he was there when she was born.
MORE ACCURATE: It’s “ROSE-lyn,” and he met her as a newborn – but not immediately.
THE DETAILS: Eleanor Rosalynn (again, “ROSE-lyn”) Smith was born in Plains on Aug. 18, 1927. The nurse who delivered her was Lillian Carter, the future president’s mother. But Jimmy Carter, who was born Oct. 1, 1924, was back on the family farm in nearby Archery, outside Plains. “Miss Lillian” brought her her son back to the Smiths’ house a few days later to see baby Rosalynn, who is now 95.
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Keeping kids safe: 'Wait Until 8th' pledge aims to empower parents to resist smartphones for children
Pledge allows families to 'flip the script' on peer pressure, founder said
Over 45,000 people throughout the United States have signed a pledge saying they will hold off on giving their kids a smartphone until the eighth grade — at the very least.
The "Wait Until 8th" pledge was born in 2017, after a group of elementary school parents in Austin, Texas, became concerned that they felt pressured to give their young children smartphones, said Brooke Shannon, executive director and founder of Wait Until 8th.
"We started seeing children as young as first and second grade coming to school, play dates and birthday parties with the latest iPhone," Shannon said in a statement to Fox News Digital.
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"We questioned why young children needed this technology," she added.
After talking to other parents, many told her they "caved" and bought their child a smartphone, as "everyone had them" and their child was feeling left out.
"Many of my friends said they wanted to wait as long as they could but knew it would be an uphill battle," said Shannon. "Out of this dialogue came the idea to rally together as a community by starting a pledge."
The pledge's aim is to "empower parents to rally together to delay giving children a smartphone until at least eighth grade" and to "create a support network for those parents who would like to wait on giving their child a (smart)phone," she said.
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"Every family has various circumstances and dynamics that will shape this decision," said Shannon.
By creating the Wait Until 8th pledge, Shannon hoped to "flip the script on peer pressure," with an emphasis on using "group momentum for good."
Once a parent signs the Wait Until 8th pledge, the pledge is not "active" until 10 or more families from a grade at a school have signed on, she said.
"We made the pledge this way so [parents] don't have to fear, 'What if I am the only parent that signs this in my kid's grade?'" said Shannon.
"This takes the pressure off because the pledge only kicks in once at least 10 families sign from your grade."
The Wait Until 8th pledge only applies to smartphones, said Shannon.
Parents who sign the pledge are free to give their child "a basic phone that just calls and texts."
Shannon added, "The basic phone avoids many of the distractions and dangers of the smartphone." She also said, "All the major carriers continue to offer basic cell phones that do not require data plans."
"As parents, we would do anything to protect our kids."
Plus, "there are several two-way calling watches out there with GPS tracking," which can function as an alternative to a smartphone while still enabling a parent to be able to contact their child, she continued,
Fox News Digital spoke to two families who have taken the Wait Until 8th pledge.
Carley Hower, an Indiana-based mom of four children aged 11, 9, 6 and 4, told Fox News Digital that she took the pledge along with a handful of her friends.
Some of her 11-year-old's friends have started to get smartphones, she said — and while her son has mentioned the issue, he "knows that we won't give him one."
"We have lots of ongoing conversations about being smart with technology," she said.
"It’s helpful when parents do it together so our kids aren’t the only ones without a smartphone."
Hower said a friend introduced her to the pledge — and they both decided to sign it.
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"It’s helpful when other parents do it together so our kids aren’t the only ones without a smartphone," she said.
By keeping her children away from smartphones, Hower is hoping, in part, to protect them against cyberbullying.
"As parents, we would do anything to protect our kids," she said. "This is just another way to protect our children."
Hower has a friend who is a first responder, she also said. The friend has "been called many times when 12-year-old kids have committed suicide, often the result of cyberbullying, among other issues."
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None of Hower's children have non-smart phones, either.
She said that while each family is different, "we don’t have any reason to give our kids a phone."
"My husband and I decided upon this pretty much at the beginning, the first time the conversation about phones for the kids came up."
She added, "I think peer pressure or fear of missing out is a push for some kids" to get a phone.
As for safety, Hower's family has "used walkie-talkies when the older kids go to the neighborhood park" — and the family still has a home phone if the kids are ever home alone.
"It’s important to teach our kids to be smart with technology, and not just avoid it altogether," she said.
"Then, when they do have a smartphone, they can make good choices and use their phones with integrity in mind."
Nichole Lanthier of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is another believer in delaying smartphone use for as long as possible. She has five children, ages 14, 12, 9, 6 and 1.
"My husband and I decided upon this pretty much at the beginning, the first time the conversation about phones for the kids came up," she said.
Lanthier's 14-year-old daughter now has a Gabb phone, she said.
Gabb phones look like smartphones but do not have an internet browser, social media apps, app store or games.
Some versions of Gabb phones are able to download a limited number of pre-approved apps, including apps for education and spirituality, its website notes.
Fox News Digital reached out to Gabb for comment.
"She doesn't need to have the internet with her everywhere she goes."
Lanthier said that her daughter's friends have smartphones and "it's such a struggle."
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"They've had them for years," she said.
"She goes back and forth," Lanthier said of her daughter's thought on the cell phone ban in the home.
"On the one hand, she does see our point and she knows why we are doing it. But she's at that age where her friends hold so much influence."
Lanthier is not sure why other parents are so quick to buy their young children smartphones, she said. But she thinks perhaps they "do not realize there are options that are not smartphones."
She added, "Getting my oldest a Gabb phone has made things much easier with her going here and there. But she doesn't need to have the internet with her everywhere she goes."
Parents should strive to teach their children safe phone usage.
Lanthier has witnessed firsthand the negative effects of smartphones on her daughter's generation.
"Her friends will come over and they start off hanging out, but inevitably they all end up huddled around one of the kid's smartphones, watching YouTube or TikTok," she said.
"It's really frustrating. I wish al the parents were on board with holding off on smartphones."
Parenting experts who spoke about the pledge to Fox News Digital had mixed views.
California-based parenting expert Stef Tousignant of ParentingDifferenty.com told Fox News Digital that "Wait Until 8th" is "just a new cultural ‘expectation’ that privileged parents are pushing onto all families."
Tousignant, based in the Bay Area, acknowledged that while evidence suggests that social media usage does have an impact on anxiety and depression rates in preteens, "possessing a cell phone does not equate directly to social media."
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Instead, parents should strive to teach their children safe phone usage, she said.
"Smartphones pose a danger to the emotional development of adolescent and especially early adolescent children, girls in particular."
"If we want to teach our children the skills of owning a phone, we can start with just the phone and be prepared to teach; to provide boundaries (try the Circle app) and natural consequences just like any other new situation," she said.
"This is just another dividing line that privileged parents are drawing in the sand instead of learning more about their child's unique needs and sticking to boundaries," said Tousignant.
"Teaching a child ‘our family, our rules’ with phones is a simple way to start the deeply needed conversation around other preteen peer-pressure issues like drugs and alcohol," she added.
Another parenting expert is in favor of the idea, albeit with even more restrictions.
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"My advice to parents is, 'Don't get started down that road (of smartphone usage),'" John Rosemond, a North Carolina-based psychologist and author of 18 books on parenting, told Fox News Digital.
"The girls in question — by the time their parents get in touch with me — have become depressed, anxious and even suicidal."
"Inform your child, early, that he/she will not be allowed a smartphone until (a) they can pay for it and the monthly bills on their own, and (b) they no longer live at home," he said.
Parents who compromise on the issue of smartphones "need a backbone," he added.
"My experience has been that smartphones pose a danger to the emotional development of adolescent and especially early adolescent children, girls in particular," he said.
In his experiences, smartphones and their various apples "become ‘stages'" upon which "middle-school-age girls create, act out and participate in personal dramas," he continued.
"The girls in question — by the time their parents get in touch with me — have become depressed, anxious and even suicidal," he also said.
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The same is not true, he said, of teens who do not have smartphones.
"I have also talked with a good number (albeit a minority) of parents who have not allowed smartphones into their teenagers' lives," he said.
"In most instances, the child in question complains of being the only kid in his/her peer group without a smartphone ... But in every instance, the child in question is not experiencing any untoward emotional issues," he also said.
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Opera star Grace Bumbry has died at the age of 86. The celebrated singer, who led an illustrious, jet-setting career, broke the color barrier as the first Black artist to perform at Germany's Bayreuth Festival.
Bumbry died May 7 in a Vienna hospital, according to her publicist. She suffered an ischemic stroke last year and never fully recovered.
Bumbry was part of a pioneering generation of Black women opera stars that included Leontyne Price, Shirley Verrett and Jessye Norman, all of whom followed the path blazed by Marian Anderson.
As a child, Bumbry was taken by her mother to see Anderson perform in her hometown, St. Louis. It was an event that changed her life, she told NPR in 1990.
"I knew I had to be a singer," Bumbry said. "I studied piano from age 7 until I was 15 but I wanted to...seriously become a singer of classical music." At age 17, Bumbry sang for Anderson, who was impressed enough to recommended the young singer to her high-powered manager, Sol Hurok.
In 1954, the teenager won a radio talent competition and a scholarship to study at the St. Louis Institute of Music. But because the school was segregated, Bumbry was not allowed to take classes with white students, which Bumbry's mother declined. Later, after she appeared on Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts, offers from schools flooded in. Bumbry enrolled at Boston University, later transferring to Northwestern University and finally moving to California to study with the legendary German soprano Lotte Lehmann at the Music Academy of the West.
Bumbry's operatic debut came in 1960, in no less a venue than the storied Paris Opera, where she sang the role of Amneris in Verdi's Aida. Her Parisian success came, in part, through the help of Jacqueline Kennedy who, with the American Embassy in Paris, secured Bumbry an audition at the Opera.
Her triumph opened the doors to Germany's Bayreuth Festival. In 1961, Bumbry became the first Black artist to sing at the spiritual home of Richard Wagner, performing the role of Venus in the composer's Tannhäuser. Casting a Black American instead of a Nordic blonde at the renowned festival was met with skepticism and racism from opera purists and the German media.
Bumbry ignored the controversy. On the production's opening night, her performance was met with a 30-minute standing ovation and 42 curtain calls. Critics hailed her as the "Black Venus."
But after great success as a mezzo-soprano, especially in operas by Verdi, Grace Bumbry shocked the opera world by committing to singing mostly as a soprano in the 1970s.
"I think I'm the only singer ever in history to have made a career as a leading mezzo-soprano and all of a sudden, in midstream, change to soprano," Bumbry told NPR in 1990.
Over the rest of her 60-year career, Bumbry would toggle between both ranges, says Naomi André, a music professor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
"She sang between roles that one person normally doesn't sing," André observes. "Her voice had this incredible smooth creaminess and strength in places that you wouldn't always expect in the same voice. An incredibly gorgeous sound."
A gorgeous sound that was also a summoning for the next generation of Black singers and performers.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell bluntly warned in a speech last month that the Fed’s drive to curb inflation by aggressively raising interest rates would “bring some pain." On Wednesday, Americans may get a better sense of how much pain could be in store.
The Fed is expected at its latest meeting to raise its key short-term rate by a substantial three-quarters of a point for the third consecutive time. Another hike that large would lift its benchmark rate — which affects many consumer and business loans — to a range of 3% to 3.25%, the highest level in 14 years.
In a further sign of the Fed's deepening concern about inflation, it will also likely signal that it plans to raise rates much higher by year's end than it had forecast three months ago — and to keep them higher for a longer period.
Economists expect Fed officials to forecast that their key rate could go as high as 4% by the end of this year. They're also likely to signal additional increases in 2023, perhaps to as high as roughly 4.5%.
Short-term rates at that level would make a recession likelier next year by sharply raising the cost of mortgages, car loans and business loans. The Fed intends those higher borrowing costs to slow growth by cooling off a still-robust job market to cap wage growth and other inflation pressures. Yet the risk is growing that the Fed may weaken the economy so much as to cause a downturn that would produce job losses.
The U.S. economy hasn't seen rates as high as the Fed is projecting since before the 2008 financial crisis. Last week, the average fixed mortgage rate topped 6%, its highest point in 14 years. Credit card borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1996, according to Bankrate.com.
Powell and other Fed officials still say the Fed's goal is to achieve a so-called “soft landing," by which they would slow growth enough to tame inflation but not so much as to trigger a recession.
By last week, though, that goal appeared further out of reach after the government reported that inflation over the past year was a painful 8.3%. Even worse, so-called core prices, which exclude the volatile food and energy categories, rose much faster than expected.
The inflation report also documented just how broadly inflation has spread through the economy, complicating the the Fed's anti-inflation efforts. Inflation now appears increasingly fueled by higher wages and by consumers' steady desire to spend and less by the supply shortages that had bedeviled the economy during the pandemic recession.
“They’re going try to avoid recession,” said William Dudley, formerly the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. “They're going to try to achieve a soft landing. The problem is that the room to do that is virtually non-existent at this point.”
At a news conference he will give Wednesday after the Fed meeting ends, Powell isn't likely to drop any hints that the central bank will ease up on its credit tightening campaign. Most economists expect the Fed to stop raising rates in early 2023. But for now, they expect Powell to reinforce his hard-line anti-inflation stance.
“It's going to end up being a hard landing,” said Kathy Bostjancic, an economist at Oxford Economics.
“He’s not going to say that," Bostjancic said. But, referring to the most recent Fed meeting in July, when Powell raised hopes for an eventual pullback on rate hikes, she added: "He also wants to make sure that the markets don’t come away and rally. That’s what happened last time.”
Indeed, investors responded then by bidding up stock prices and buying bonds, which lowered rates on securities like the benchmark the 10-year Treasury. Higher stock prices and lower bond yields generally boost the economy — the opposite of what the Fed wants.
At a previous news conference in June, Powell had noted that a three-quarter-point rate hike was “an unusually large one" and suggested that "I do not expect moves of this size to be common.” Yet after the alarming August inflation report, the Fed now seems all but sure to announce its third consecutive such increase. A fourth such hike is possible, too, if future measures of inflation don't improve.
The central bank has already engaged in the fastest series of interest rate hikes since the early 1980s. Yet some economists — and some Fed officials — argue that they have yet to raise rates to a level that would actually restrict borrowing and spending and slow growth.
Loretta Mester, president of the Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank, and one of the 12 officials who will vote on the Fed's decision this week, said she thinks it will be necessary to raise the Fed's rate to “somewhat above 4% by early next year and hold it there."
“I do not anticipate the Fed cutting” rates next year, Mester added, dispelling the expectations of many investors on Wall Street who had hoped for such a reversal. Comments like Mester's contributed to a sharp fall in stock prices last month that began after Powell's stern anti-inflation speech at an economic conference in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
“Our responsibility to deliver price stability is unconditional,” Powell said then — a remark widely interpreted to mean that the Fed will fight inflation even if it requires deep job losses and a recession.
Many economists sound convinced that a recession and widespread layoffs will be necessary to slow rising prices. Research published earlier this month under the auspices of the Brookings Institution concluded that unemployment might have to go as high as 7.5% to get inflation back to the Fed's 2% target.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Governments in the UK and U.S. took extraordinary steps to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, even as another major bank was shut down.
The UK Treasury and the Bank of England announced early Monday that they had facilitated the sale of Silicon Valley Bank UK to HSBC, Europe’s biggest bank, ensuring the security of 6.7 billion pounds ($8.1 billion) of deposits.
British officials worked throughout the weekend to find a buyer for the UK subsidiary of the California-based bank. Its collapse was the second-largest bank failure in history.
U.S. regulators also worked all weekend to try to find a buyer. Those efforts appeared to have failed Sunday, but U.S. officials assured all depositors that they could access all their money quickly.
The announcement came amid fears that the factors that caused the Santa Clara, California-based bank to fail could spread.
In a sign of how fast the financial bleeding was occurring, regulators announced that New York-based Signature Bank had also failed and was being seized on Sunday. At more than $110 billion in assets, Signature Bank is the third-largest bank failure in U.S. history.
The near-financial crisis left Asian markets jittery as trading began Monday. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 sank 1.6% in morning trading, Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 lost 0.3% and South Korea’s Kospi shed 0.4%. But Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 1.4% and the Shanghai Composite increased 0.3%.
In an effort to shore up confidence in the banking system, the Treasury Department, Federal Reserve and FDIC said Sunday that all Silicon Valley Bank clients would be protected and able to access their money. They also announced steps that are intended to protect the bank’s customers and prevent additional bank runs.
“This step will ensure that the U.S. banking system continues to perform its vital roles of protecting deposits and providing access to credit to households and businesses in a manner that promotes strong and sustainable economic growth,” the agencies said in a joint statement.
Under the plan, depositors at Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, including those whose holdings exceed the $250,000 insurance limit, will be able to access their money on Monday.
Also Sunday, another beleaguered bank, First Republic Bank, announced that it had bolstered its financial health by gaining access to funding from the Fed and JPMorgan Chase.
In a separate announcement, the Fed late Sunday announced an expansive emergency lending program that’s intended to prevent a wave of bank runs that would threaten the stability of the banking system and the economy as a whole. Fed officials characterized the program as akin to what central banks have done for decades: Lend freely to the banking system so that customers would be confident that they could access their accounts whenever needed.
The lending facility will allow banks that need to raise cash to pay depositors to borrow that money from the Fed, rather than having to sell Treasuries and other securities to raise the money. Silicon Valley Bank had been forced to dump some of its Treasuries at at a loss to fund its customers’ withdrawals. Under the Fed’s new program, banks can post those securities as collateral and borrow from the emergency facility.
The Treasury has set aside $25 billion to offset any losses incurred under the Fed’s emergency lending facility. Fed officials said, however, that they do not expect to have to use any of that money, given that the securities posted as collateral have a very low risk of default.
Analysts said the Fed’s program should be enough to calm financial markets.
“Monday will surely be a stressful day for many in the regional banking sector, but today’s action dramatically reduces the risk of further contagion,” economists at Jefferies, an investment bank, said in a research note.
Though Sunday’s steps marked the most extensive government intervention in the banking system since the 2008 financial crisis, its actions are relatively limited compared with what was done 15 years ago. The two failed banks themselves have not been rescued, and taxpayer money has not been provided to the banks.
President Joe Biden said Sunday evening as he boarded Air Force One back to Washington that he would speak about the bank situation on Monday. In a statement, Biden also said he was “firmly committed to holding those responsible for this mess fully accountable and to continuing our efforts to strengthen oversight and regulation of larger banks so that we are not in this position again.”
Regulators had to rush to close Silicon Valley Bank, a financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets, on Friday when it experienced a traditional run on the bank where depositors rushed to withdraw their funds all at once. It is the second-largest bank failure in U.S. history, behind only the 2008 failure of Washington Mutual.
Some prominent Silicon Valley executives feared that if Washington didn’t rescue the failed bank, customers would make runs on other financial institutions in the coming days. Stock prices plunged over the last few days at other banks that cater to technology companies, including First Republic Bank and PacWest Bank.
Among the bank’s customers are a range of companies from California’s wine industry, where many wineries rely on Silicon Valley Bank for loans, and technology startups devoted to combating climate change. Sunrun, which sells and leases solar energy systems, had less than $80 million of cash deposits with Silicon Valley. Stitchfix, the clothing retail website, disclosed recently that it had a credit line of up to $100 million with Silicon Valley Bank and other lenders.
Tiffany Dufu, founder and CEO of The Cru, a New York-based career coaching platform and community for women, posted a video Sunday on LinkedIn from an airport bathroom, saying the bank crisis was testing her resiliency. Given that her money was tied up at Silicon Valley Bank, she had to pay her employees out of her personal bank account. With two teenagers to support who will be heading to college, she said she was relieved to hear that the government’s intent is to make depositors whole.
“Small businesses and early-stage startups don’t have a lot of access to leverage in a situation like this, and we’re often in a very vulnerable position, particularly when we have to fight so hard to get the wires into your bank account to begin with, particularly for me, as a Black female founder,” Dufu told The Associated Press.
Silicon Valley Bank began its slide into insolvency when its customers, largely technology companies that needed cash as they struggled to get financing, started withdrawing their deposits. The bank had to sell bonds at a loss to cover the withdrawals, leading to the largest failure of a U.S. financial institution since the height of the financial crisis.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen pointed to rising interest rates, which have been increased by the Federal Reserve to combat inflation, as the core problem for Silicon Valley Bank. Many of its assets, such as bonds or mortgage-backed securities, lost market value as rates climbed.
Sheila Bair, who was chairwoman of the FDIC during the 2008 financial crisis, recalled that with nearly all the bank failures then, “we sold a failed bank to a healthy bank. And usually, the healthy acquirer would also cover the uninsured because they wanted the franchise value of those large depositors so optimally, that’s the best outcome.”
But with Silicon Valley Bank, she told NBC’s “Meet the Press,” “this was a liquidity failure, it was a bank run, so they didn’t have time to prepare to market the bank. So they’re having to do that now, and playing catch-up.” | https://www.koin.com/news/us-uk-try-to-halt-fallout-from-silicon-valley-bank-collapse/ | 2023-03-13 13:24:22 | 0 | https://www.koin.com/news/us-uk-try-to-halt-fallout-from-silicon-valley-bank-collapse/ |
Russia pounds Odesa as civilian bodies uncovered elsewhere
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) - Russia pounded away at Ukraine’s vital southern port of Odesa, Ukrainian officials said Tuesday, as they announced they found the bodies of 44 civilians in the rubble of a building in the northeast that was destroyed weeks ago.
Meanwhile, a Ukrainian official said that at least 100 civilians remain trapped at a steel mill in the besieged city of Mariupol, where Ukrainian fighters are making a last stand.
The 44 bodies were found in a five-story building that collapsed in March in Izyum, about 120 kilometers (75 miles) from the city of Kharkiv, which has been under sustained Russian attack since the beginning of the war in late February.
“This is another horrible war crime of the Russian occupiers against the civilian population!” said Oleh Synehubov, the head of the regional administration, in a social media message announcing the deaths.
Izyum lies on a key route to the eastern industrial region of the Donbas, now the focus of Russia’s war in Ukraine. Synehubov did not say specifically where the building was.
Earlier, the Ukrainian military said Russian forces fired seven missiles a day earlier from the air at the crucial Black Sea port of Odesa, hitting a shopping center and a warehouse. One person was killed and five were wounded, the military said.
Ukraine alleged at least some of the munitions used dated back to the Soviet era, making them unreliable in targeting. Ukrainian, British and American officials warn Russia is rapidly expending its stock of precision weapons and may not be able to quickly build more, raising the risk of more imprecise rockets being used as the conflict grinds on. That could result in wider damage and more civilian deaths.
But the Center for Defense Strategies, a Ukrainian think tank tracking the war, said Moscow did use some precision weapons against Odesa: Kinzhal, or “Dagger,” hypersonic air-to-surface missiles.
Using advanced guided missiles allows Russia to fire at a distance without being exposed to potential anti-aircraft fire.
The strikes came the same day Russian President Vladimir Putin marked his country’s biggest patriotic holiday without being able to boast of major new battlefield successes. On Monday, he watched troops march in formation and military hardware roll by in a Victory Day parade on Moscow’s Red Square to celebrate the Soviet Union’s role in the 1945 defeat of Nazi Germany.
Many Western analysts had expected Putin to use Victory Day holiday to trumpet some kind of victory in Ukraine or announce an escalation, but he did neither. Instead, he sought to justify the war again as a necessary response to what he portrayed as a hostile Ukraine.
Putin has long bristled at NATO’s creep eastward into former Soviet republics. Ukraine and its Western allies have denied the country posed any threat.
“The danger was rising by the day,” Putin said. “Russia has given a preemptive response to aggression. It was forced, timely, and the only correct decision.”
Intense fighting also raged in Ukraine’s east, including at a steel plant in Mariupol, where Russian forces sought to take the last pocket of Ukrainian resistance.
One of the Ukrainian fighters holding out at the steel plant said they were still defending the city. Valeri Paditel, who heads the border guards in the Donetsk region, said the fighters were “doing everything to make those who defend the city in the future proud.”
Hundreds of civilians holed up for weeks with the fighters have been evacuated in recent days. But Petro Andryushchenko, an advisor to the Mariupol mayor, said in a social media post Tuesday that “in addition to the military, at least 100 civilians remain” at the sprawling plant, which has miles of underground tunnels. At one point, Ukrainian and Russian authorities had said all civilians had left the plant.
Andryushchenko said that the Russian forces continue to pound the plant with heavy weaponry and “attempts to storm (the plant) from the land remain unsuccessful.”
The Ukrainian military warned Tuesday that Russia could target the country’s chemical industries. The claim wasn’t immediately explained in the report. But Russian shelling has previously targeted oil depots and other industrial sites during the war.
Also, satellite pictures analyzed by The Associated Press showed two ships off Ukraine’s Snake Island on Monday afternoon.
One of the ships seen in the images from Planet Labs PBC appeared to be a landing craft. Ukraine has repeatedly struck Russian positions there recently, suggesting Russian forces may be trying to re-staff or remove personnel from the Black Sea island.
After unexpectedly fierce resistance forced the Kremlin to abandon its effort to storm Kyiv in the early days of the war, Moscow’s forces have concentrated on capturing the Donbas.
But the fighting there has been a back-and-forth, village-by-village slog. Some analysts suggested Putin might declare the fighting a war, not just a “special military operation,” and order a nationwide mobilization, with a call-up of reserves, to fight an extended conflict.
In the end, he gave no signal as to where the war is headed or how he might intend to salvage it. Specifically, he left unanswered the question of whether or how Russia will marshal more forces for a continuing war.
“Without concrete steps to build a new force, Russia can’t fight a long war, and the clock starts ticking on the failure of their army in Ukraine,” tweeted Phillips P. O’Brien, professor of strategic studies at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland.
Nigel Gould Davies, former British ambassador to Belarus, said: “Russia has not won this war. It’s starting to lose it.”
He said that unless Russia has a major breakthrough, “the balance of advantages will shift steadily in favor of Ukraine, especially as Ukraine gets access to growing volumes of increasingly sophisticated Western military equipment.”
As Putin laid a wreath in Moscow, air raid sirens echoed again in the Ukrainian capital. But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared in his own Victory Day address that his country would eventually defeat the Russians.
“Very soon there will be two Victory Days in Ukraine,” he said in a video. He added: “We are fighting for freedom, for our children, and therefore we will win.”
A Zelenskyy adviser interpreted Putin’s speech as indicating that Russia has no interest in escalating the war through the use of nuclear weapons or direct engagement with NATO.
In Washington, President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan measure to reboot the World War II-era “lend-lease” program, which helped defeat Nazi Germany, to bolster Kyiv and Eastern European allies.
Russia has about 97 battalion tactical groups in Ukraine, largely in the east and the south, a slight increase over last week, according to a senior U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss the Pentagon’s assessment. Each unit has roughly 1,000 troops, according to the Pentagon.
The official said that overall, the Russian effort in the Donbas hasn’t achieved any significant progress in recent days and continues to face stiff resistance from Ukrainian forces.
Satellite photos showed intense fires in Russian-held territory in southern Ukraine on Monday. A cause for the fires wasn’t immediately clear. However, Planet Labs images showed thick smoke rising to the east of Vasylivka, a city which is flanked by nature preserves.
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Gambrell reported from Lviv, Ukraine. Yesica Fisch in Bakhmut, David Keyton in Kyiv, Yuras Karmanau in Lviv, Mstyslav Chernov in Kharkiv, Lolita C. Baldor in Washington, and AP staff around the world contributed to this report.
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ALHAMBRA, Calif., Jan. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Apollo Medical Holdings, Inc. ("ApolloMed," and together with its subsidiaries and affiliated entities, the "Company") (NASDAQ: AMEH), a leading physician-centric, technology-powered healthcare company focused on enabling providers in the successful delivery of value-based care, today released a statement regarding the mass shooting incident that took place in Monterey Park, Calif., the evening of January 21, 2023. Current reports state that 10 people were killed, and at least 10 more were injured.
In response to the tragedy, Kenneth Sim, M.D., Chairman of the Board, and Co-Chief Executive Officers Thomas Lam, M.D. and Brandon Sim released the following statement:
"We are heartbroken and saddened to learn about the devastating acts of violence that occurred in our community last night, the eve of the Lunar New Year. This is the most important holiday of the year for many in our community, and what should have been a night of joyful celebration instead turned into one of senseless violence.
"We send our deepest condolences and prayers to the victims' families, friends, and all those who were affected by this tragic event. We mourn together.
"We commit to lend our full support to the families of the victims and the Monterey Park community as a whole, and are actively partnering with other community leaders to organize and deploy all available aid. Our clinics, urgent care/immediate access centers, and hospitalist program remain open during this time to serve the community with any medical needs they may have. This community, one we are proud to have been a part of for over 30 years, is extraordinarily strong and resilient, and by standing united, we can build towards a future where no one must experience such senseless tragedy."
Clinical Operations and Patient Care:
Our urgent care/immediate access centers and hospitalist program continue to be available throughout this period and are prepared to provide assistance to the communities we serve. Our local immediate access centers located at 120 W. Hellman Ave. in Monterey Park, Calif. and 101 Wheeler Ave. in Arcadia, Calif., will continue to operate during normal business hours 7 days a week to serve patients in this time of need.
We thank our teammates—our hospitalists, urgent care staff, frontline care providers, and more—who are stepping up during this difficult time to continue to provide care and support for our communities.
About Apollo Medical Holdings, Inc.
ApolloMed is a leading physician-centric, technology-powered, risk-bearing healthcare management company. Leveraging its proprietary end-to-end technology solutions, ApolloMed operates an integrated healthcare delivery platform that enables providers to successfully participate in value-based care arrangements, thus empowering them to deliver high quality care to patients in a cost-effective manner.
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George Santos wins New York's 3rd Congressional District versus Robert Zimmerman
NEW YORK - Republican George Devolder-Santos has defeated Democrat Robert Zimmerman in the election for New York's 3rd Congressional District.
The seat was left open when incumbent Rep. Tom Suozzi, a Democrat, ran unsuccessfully for the Democratic nomination for governor rather than for re-election to Congress.
After the 2020 Census, the 3rd District was redrawn to include parts of eastern Queens and northern Nassau County. Although Joe Biden bested Donald Trump 54% to 45% in this district in 2020, election prognosticators were predicting a close race.
Devolder-Santos is an investment and finance professional. Zimmerman owns a marketing communications company. Both are both openly gay; this contest was believed to be the first election for Congress where both major-party candidates were openly LGBTQ.
This election was among several House races on Long Island considered competitive and important in the balance of power in Congress. | https://www.fox5ny.com/election/george-santos-defeats-robert-zimmerman-ny3cd | 2022-11-09 12:21:30 | 1 | https://www.fox5ny.com/election/george-santos-defeats-robert-zimmerman-ny3cd |
A woman convicted of hitting and killing a California Highway Patrol officer while driving high on methamphetamine has been granted parole suitability.
Last week, the state Board of Parole granted parole to Kaylee Ann Weisenberg, 35, after serving 12 years of a 15 years-to-life prison sentence.
On June 27, 2010, Weisenberg was under the influence of methamphetamine and speeding when she lost control of her vehicle on South River Road and crashed into CHP Officer Brett Oswald as he was attending to a disabled vehicle.
Weisenberg was convicted of second-degree murder and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.
According to the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney's Office, at the time of Weisenberg's sentencing, people convicted of murder were not eligible for "good time" credits so Weisenberg was required to serve every day of her 15 years before being considered for parole. However, in 2016, Proposition 57 was passed, allowing inmates convicted of violent crimes up to a 1/3 reduction in their sentence.
Last week was Weisenberg's second parole suitability hearing.
Members of Oswald's family and a District Attorney's Office representative attended the hearing and voiced their objections to Weisenberg's release.
“I strongly disagree with the Parole Board’s decision to release Kaylee Ann Weisenberg back into the community after serving only 12 years for taking the life of a California Highway Patrolman,” District Attorney Dan Dow said in a press release on Monday. “My office will urge Governor Newsom to review and repeal the Parole Board’s decision in this case.”
Despite the Board of Parole's decision, it's not guaranteed Weisenberg will be released. In murder cases, the governor has the power to reverse or modify the board's decision.
Weisenberg's first parole suitability hearing was held in 2021 and she was denied parole.
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RENO, Nev. (AP) — Lindsey Scott Jr. threw four touchdown passes, two to Darion Chafin who had a school-record 262 yards receiving, and Incarnate Word came back from a two-touchdown deficit to beat Nevada 55-41 on Saturday.
Nevada built a 17-3 lead in the first quarter before the Cardinals scored the next 35 points. Nate Cox ran for a touchdown and passed 26 yards to Toa Taua for another score to get the Wolf Pack within seven after three quarters.
Scott threw a 10-yard TD pass to Marcus Cooper to extend the Cardinals’ lead to 48-34 midway through the fourth quarter.
Scott was 18-of-25 passing for 406 yards with an interception. Chafin got his yards on just seven catches, including a 77-yard reception to the Nevada 1 that led to a score, a 44-yard TD catch and a 41-yarder for an insurance TD with 1:10 remaining. Taylor Grimes added 101 yards receiving
Cox was 22-of-43 passing for 302 yards and two touchdowns for the Wolf Pack (2-1). He also ran for a score. Tua rushed for 101 yards including a TD.
The FCS ninth-ranked Cardinals (2-0) also got a 59-yard fumble return for a score from Kelechi Anyalebechi.
The game finished in a thick haze created by the Mosquito fire located between Reno and Sacramento, Calif.
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The moment has come for a third party in America!
Their Post op-ed pitching the idea is titled “Most third parties have failed. Here’s why ours won’t.” Despite their celebrity, they’re almost certainly wrong, and what they’re offering is political vaporware. They’ve located a real problem, but they have the same solution that has been tried before — one that seldom accomplishes anything.
Their party, they say, is “for the majority of Americans who want to move past divisiveness and reject extremism.” Sounds appealing, but as it exists so far, Forward is less a party than a shapeless outline of what a party might be if it actually existed.
It’s being presented with the same vapid sloganeering we’ve gotten from every top-down attempt like this to form a third party: What Americans yearn for is a way to “get beyond the partisanship” and find “common sense solutions” to “solve problems” in a way that “brings us all together” and “moves the country forward.”
For a classic of the genre, click on the video on the homepage of No Labels, a direct predecessor of Forward. You’ll hear earnest Americans from across the country repeat these bromides over and over while inspiring music swells in the background over stock footage of people walking through fields holding American flags aloft (as one does) and linking hands while the sun sets behind them.
Which inevitably leaves one asking, “Okay, but what do these people actually want to do?” There’s the rub.
Because while politics can sometimes be flags and sunsets and stirring encomia to “common sense,” if you actually wind up with power — which, after all, is the whole point — you have to make choices.
You will search the Forward website in vain for actual policy positions. One page labeled “Our Platform" consists of vague goals (“Reinvigorate a fair, flourishing economy”) along with a trio of political reforms: ranked-choice voting, nonpartisan primaries and independent redistricting commissions.
All of which are perfectly fine; the first and last are also supported by many liberals and a few conservatives. But if your goal is to run candidates and win offices (as Forward says it plans to do), you have to tell people what they’re voting for.
In one paragraph of the op-ed, the Forward leaders almost get specific:
On guns, for instance, most Americans don’t agree with calls from the far left to confiscate all guns and repeal the Second Amendment, but they’re also rightfully worried by the far right’s insistence on eliminating gun laws. On climate change, most Americans don’t agree with calls from the far left to completely upend our economy and way of life, but they also reject the far right’s denial that there is even a problem. On abortion, most Americans don’t agree with the far left’s extreme views on late-term abortions, but they also are alarmed by the far right’s quest to make a woman’s choice a criminal offense.
There are two important things to see here. First, their both-sides-are-extreme description is highly misleading. It presents positions of the “far left” like “confiscate all guns” and “completely upend our economy,” which are not the positions of the Democratic Party or Democratic elected officials, and contrasts them with positions like “eliminating gun laws” which are the position of many or most Republicans.
In other words, in order to claim the two parties are equally “extreme,” they have to exaggerate the extremism of Democrats and downplay the extremism of Republicans.
But more important is what’s missing: the actual position of the Forward party on these issues. They’ve told us Americans want a compromise between Democrats and Republicans, but they hint at their own stance without ever actually revealing it.
It’s not that the political reforms they advocate are unimportant. The winner-take-all rules of most American elections are designed to make it almost impossible for third parties to build support, since they never have the chance to make policy except in some local offices.
There’s no question that if you split the Democrats and Republicans into smaller but more ideologically coherent parties, people would be able to vote for candidates who more closely represent their beliefs; Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) are part of the same party despite their very different views.
If we had multi-member districts, the Conservative Democrats and the Democratic Socialists could both be represented. Political scientist Lee Drutman has made a strong case that the two-party duopoly is the source of many of our problems, and structural changes we could make to promote third parties would make the system more responsive to the public.
But whatever structural changes you prefer, sooner or later a third party has to stand for something. This is the problem with the kind of centrism Forward represents. In true centrist fashion, it defines itself not by what it believes, but by an unease with whatever the other parties believe. One suspects that the people behind it are worried that if they take real positions, they’ll start alienating people; better to stick to vague notions about coming together to solve problems.
But that’s not real politics. Real politics requires you to not just say “Gee, wouldn’t it be great if everything was better?” but to make hard choices, choices that will make some people mad. It means risky stands on principle and tradeoffs and imperfect solutions and fights.
If you aren’t willing to take all that on, you aren’t serious about politics. And so far, the Forward folks don’t seem to be. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/07/28/third-party-forward-andrew-yang-failure/ | 2022-07-28 19:26:00 | 0 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/07/28/third-party-forward-andrew-yang-failure/ |
Jackson, COVID and a retirement show Congress’ partisan path
WASHINGTON (AP) — A milestone Supreme Court confirmation that endured a flawed process. The collapse of a bipartisan compromise for more pandemic funds. The departure of a stalwart of the dwindling band of moderate House Republicans.
Party-line fights on Capitol Hill are as old as the republic, and they routinely escalate as elections approach. Yet three events from a notable week illustrate how Congress’ near- and long-term paths point toward intensifying partisanship.
THE SENATE’S SUPREME COURT BATTLE
Democrats rejoiced Thursday when the Senate by 53-47 confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson as the first Black female justice. They crowed about a bipartisan stamp of approval from the trio of Republicans who supported it: Sens. Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Mitt Romney of Utah.
Yet by historical standards, the three opposition party votes were paltry and underscored the recent trend of Supreme Court confirmations becoming loyalty tests on party ideology. That’s a departure from a decades-long norm when senators might dislike a nominee’s judicial philosophy but defer to a president’s pick, barring a disqualifying revelation.
Murkowski said her support for Jackson was partly “rejection of the corrosive politicization” of how both parties consider Supreme Court nominations, which “is growing worse and more detached from reality by the year.”
Republicans said they would treat Jackson respectfully, and many did. Their questions and criticisms of her were pointed and partisan, with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., saying “the Senate views itself as a co-partner in this process” with the president.
Yet some potential 2024 GOP presidential contenders seemed to use Jackson’s confirmation to woo hard-right support. Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Josh Hawley, R-Mo., misleadingly accused her of being unusually lenient on child pornography offenders. Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., suggested she might have defended Nazis at the Nuremburg trials after World War II.
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Richard Durbin, D-Ill., said some Republicans “went overboard, as far as I’m concerned, to the extreme,” reflecting “the reality of politics on Capitol Hill.” Cotton was “fundamentally unfair, but that is his tradition,” said Durbin.
SUPREME COURT BATTLES PAST
Senate approval of high court nominees by voice vote, without bothering to hold roll calls, was standard for most of the 20th Century. Conservative Antonin Scalia sailed into the Supreme Court by 98-0 in 1986, while liberal Ruth Bader Ginsburg won 96-3 approval seven years later.
There were bitter fights. Democrats blocked conservative Robert Bork’s nomination in 1987 and unsuccessfully opposed Clarence Thomas’ ascension in 1991 after he was accused of sexual harassment.
Hard feelings intensified in early 2016. McConnell, then majority leader, blocked the Senate from even considering President Barack Obama’s pick of Merrick Garland to replace the deceased Scalia. McConnell cited the upcoming presidential election nearly nine months away, infuriating Democrats.
Donald Trump was elected and ultimately filled three vacancies over near-unanimous Democratic opposition.
They opposed Brett Kavanaugh after he was accused of sexually assaulting a woman decades earlier. They voted solidly against Amy Coney Barrett after Trump and McConnell rushed through her nomination when a vacancy occurred just weeks before Election Day 2020, a sprint Democrats called hypocritical.
COVID SPENDING FIGHT, TRANSFORMED
Senators from both parties agreed to a $10 billion COVID-19 package Monday that President Joe Biden wants for more therapeutics, vaccines and tests. With BA.2, the new omicron variant, washing across the country, it seemed poised for congressional approval.
Hours later, bargainers led by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, seemed blindsided when their compromise was derailed. Republicans wanted to add an extension of an expiring crackdown on migrants crossing the Mexican border that Trump imposed in 2020, citing the pandemic’s public health threat.
Many Republicans were skeptical that more COVID-19 money was necessary. But their demand for an immigration amendment transformed a fight over how much more to spend on a disease that’s killed 980,000 Americans into a battle over border security, tailor-made for upcoming GOP political campaigns.
Immigration divides Democrats, and Republicans believe the issue can further solidify their chances of winning congressional control in November’s elections. Playing defense, Schumer postponed debate on the COVID-19 bill.
Democrats deserved some blame for being outmaneuvered. House Democrats shot down a $15 billion agreement in March, rejecting compromise budget savings to pay for it.
And in glaringly tone-deaf political timing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced last week, just as bargainers were finalizing their latest compromise, that the Trump-era immigration curbs would lapse on May 23.
That gave Republicans an irresistible political gift to pursue.
A MODERATE’S FAREWELL
Rep. Fred Upton, R-Mich., announced his retirement Tuesday. He’s the fourth of the 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump last year to say they won’t seek reelection.
Upton attributed his departure to running in a new district, but that didn’t stop Trump from proclaiming: “UPTON QUITS! 4 down and 6 to go.” The House impeached Trump over his incitement of supporters who attacked the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, but the GOP-run Senate acquitted him.
Now in his 18th term, Upton’s departure subtracts another moderate from a GOP that’s shifted rightward in recent years, particularly when it comes to showing fealty to Trump.
The pro-business Upton, 68, was a driving force on one law spurring pharmaceutical development and has worked with Democrats on legislation affecting energy and the auto industry. His work across the aisle and his affability placed him in the ever-smaller group of Republicans who draw Democrats’ praise.
“To him, bipartisan and compromise are not forbidden words,” said Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich.
PARTY DIFFERENCES, THEN AND NOW
Pitched battles are now habitual over bills financing federal agencies and extending the government’s borrowing authority. When those disputes are resolved and federal shutdowns and defaults averted, lawmakers hail as triumphs what is their most rudimentary task — keeping government functioning.
Despite the divisions over COVID-19 money and Jackson, there has also been cooperation.
Congress overwhelmingly voted Thursday to ban Russian oil and downgrade trade relations with that country following its invasion of Ukraine. There’s progress on bipartisan trade and technology legislation, and a bipartisan $1 trillion infrastructure measure became law last year.
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CHICAGO (AP) — Tom Welch scored 16 points off of the bench to help lead Loyola Chicago past St. Bonaventure 67-55 on Saturday night.
Welch was 4-of-6 shooting and 8 of 10 from the free-throw line for the Ramblers (7-12, 1-6 Atlantic 10 Conference), who snapped a seven-game losing streak. Jeameril Wilson added 11 points and Jacob Hutson scored 10.
Chad Venning had 16 points to lead the Bonnies (10-10, 4-3). Barry Evans had seven points to go with nine rebounds.
Loyola Chicago took the lead with 7:59 remaining in the first half and did not give it up.
NEXT UP
Both teams next play Wednesday. Loyola Chicago visits Duquesne while St. Bonaventure hosts Fordham.
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Kicking off with a nationwide challenge organized by UnitedMasters and GRAMMY award-nominated poet J.Ivy
NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Bulleit Frontier Whiskey announces The Bulleit Pioneer Project, a multi-year campaign that brings to life the brand's commitment to amplifying emerging and underrepresented voices across art, sustainability, food, and technology. The Bulleit Pioneer Project's first activation is in partnership with the music and creator platform, UnitedMasters and GRAMMY award-nominated spoken word poet J. Ivy.
Bulleit has tapped J. Ivy as the inspiration and host of the Remix Challenge. UnitedMasters Remix Challenges are social first showcases that blend the roster and network of UnitedMasters, providing life-changing opportunities for millions of artists, producers, and creatives to collaborate, all within Instagram.
The Remix Challenge launched on Wednesday, December 7th across UnitedMaster's and J. Ivy's social channels encouraging creators across a variety of creative disciplines to remix the launch video with their interpretation of what the Frontier Spirit means to them. J. Ivy kicked off the challenge by showing his audience his interpretation of the Frontier Spirit.
J. Ivy is a three-time GRAMMY Nominated, Peabody, Clio, Telly, and NAACP Image Award-Winning Poet, Spoken Word Artist, Actor & Songwriter widely known for his appearances on HBO Def Poetry and his feature with hip hop's biggest names.
He was recently nominated for the first-ever GRAMMY Award for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album. He has collaborated with John Legend, RZA, The Last Poets, The Roots, Common, Mos Def, The Black Crowes, Bob Dylan, Deepak Chopra, Michael Jordan and many more. He supports his community through his Write to Live Academy and the Dear Father Initiative, which encourages young people to explore careers in the arts.
"It has always been my mission to create career-advancing opportunities for poets and creatives like myself. With the GRAMMY Awards introducing the Best Spoken Word Poetry Album category this year, it only feels right to create a space for more aspiring creatives to champion themselves and show the world what they can do. I'm honored to be a conduit in exploring The Bulleit Frontier Spirit while helping other creatives do the same. This platform will empower creative expression in an organic way for millions of young creators…for generation after generation. This is such a historic moment," said J. Ivy.
There will be one winner and four finalists of the challenge. The winner of the Remix Challenge will receive a one-hour mentorship session with J. Ivy to hone their craft as a creative, along with a 3 day/2 night trip to Los Angeles to attend UnitedMasters' Celebration of Independence, an official Grammy's party in Los Angeles on February 3rd featuring Russ, Brent Faiyaz, and Tobe Nwigwe.***
"The Bulleit Pioneer Project continues our history of partnering with people and organizations on the frontier of culture," said Sophie Kelly, Sr. Vice President of Whiskey at Diageo North America. "From our work with American Forests, replenishing natural resources, to promoting equity and opportunity within the arts through our partnerships with Film Independent and Tribeca Festival, we are building upon this today with UnitedMasters and J.Ivy to kick off The Bulleit Pioneer Project."
The Remix Challenge submissions are welcome until December 12, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, and will be vetted by J. Ivy. The potential winner will be notified on/about December 21, 2022, via UnitedMasters and J.Ivy's Instagram accounts. To be eligible to enter for a chance to win, you must be 21+ and based in the United States. All finalists must provide legal documentation to prove they are of legal drinking age.
**NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Instagram account required. Submission must be entrant's original work; entrant assigns all right, title and interest in submission to United Masters, LLC. To accept prize, winner must be able to travel to Los Angeles 2/3 – 2/5/2023. Mentorship session subject to J. Ivy's availability and other restrictions. Subject to Official Rules available at UnitedMasters Instagram account (@unitedmasters), including entry procedure, judging criteria, prize details/restrictions and full details. Contest sponsored by United Masters, LLC, Brooklyn, NY 11210. (Not sponsored by Diageo Americas, Inc.)
About Bulleit Frontier Whiskey
Bulleit, founded in 1987, is one of the fastest-growing whiskeys in America. The brand attributes that growth to bartenders and cultural partners who have adopted it as their own. The Bulleit Frontier Whiskey portfolio is distilled and aged in the Bulleit family tradition, using a distinctive high rye recipe, which gives them a bold, spicy, yet distinctively smooth taste. The award-winning Kentucky whiskey most recently won a Double Gold medal for Bulleit 10-Year Old and Gold Medals for Bulleit Bourbon and Bulleit Rye at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. In 2017, Bulleit celebrated its 30th anniversary with the opening of a new, state-of-the-art distillery located in Shelbyville, KY. Constructed with a focus on sustainable practices including natural habitat protection, water conservation and local ingredient sourcing, BDC received the Highly Commended award for Sustainable Distillery of the Year at the 2020 Icons of Whisky Awards from Whisky Magazine. In 2019, a Visitor's Centre at the Bulleit Distilling Co. in Shelbyville opened to share our modern, technological and sustainable approach to making great whiskey. In 2021, Diageo opened its first carbon-neutral whiskey distillery in Lebanon, KY with Bulleit being the first and leading brand being produced at the site. supplementing existing production at the Bulleit Distilling Co. For more information, visit www.bulleit.com or follow @Bulleit on Instagram.
About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.
Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.
Follow on Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.
About UnitedMasters
Launched in 2017 by Translation founder and music industry veteran Steve Stoute, UnitedMasters provides a new industry alternative for over 1.5 million independent artists. UnitedMasters gives artists access to premium music distribution services, a suite of tools to help them directly connect with fans, and opportunities for unique partnerships with some of the world's biggest brands. The UnitedMasters platform enables artists to operationalize their independence and maximize their creative and economic potential while allowing them to maintain full ownership over their master recording rights.
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Joan Laporta believes Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann showed "ignorance" by expressing his bemusement over Barcelona's spending spree.
Barca this month signed Bayern's prolific striker Robert Lewandowski for a fee that is said to rise up to €50 million and also brought Raphinha to Camp Nou in a big-money move from Leeds United.
The Catalan giants have also agreed a deal to sign Jules Kounde from Sevilla for a reported €55m, while Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen arrived as free agents.
Barcelona could not afford to keep Lionel Messi a year ago due to a financial crisis at the club, but in recent months they have sold 25 percent of the club's television rights for the next 25 years and secured a hugely lucrative sponsorship deal with Spotify.
Nagelsmann stated that Barca are "the only club in the world that can buy players without money" after Lewandowski's departure.
Barca president Laporta, however, says Nagelsmann should get his facts right.
He told reporters: "What I would ask is that you look at your current account, they have received significant money from the transfer of Lewandowski. I respect everyone and do not interfere in the economy of other."
Laporta added: "I give them the benefit of the doubt that maybe they thought we couldn't, but they hadn't gauged the strength of Barca and the drive of the new board.
"It is ignorance, lack of information from our club. It is true that we were in a terminal situation, but we left the hospital with the levers and these gentlemen have remained on a page that we have turned."
Laporta thinks rivals club are clearly worried that Barca will be a force again.
"If I don't get involved in what others do, they shouldn't get involved in what we do," he said.
"Perhaps they do it because they think that we will continue to act in the market and they see that we have surpassed them. Let them worry about their own.
He continued: "Barca is competitive again and will compete in all competitions. The weight and strength of a club with more than 122 years of history is very great, its assets are highly valued.
"It is true that I would have liked not to sell the percentage of television rights, but the situation was complicated and required being brave and making decisions, because football does not wait and our fans, who are very well accustomed, deserve a club like Barca to compete. Our demands are greater than those of others." | https://www.beinsports.com/us/soccer/video/laporta-accuses-nagelsmann-of-ignorance-and-2/1923913 | 2022-07-29 14:04:51 | 0 | https://www.beinsports.com/us/soccer/video/laporta-accuses-nagelsmann-of-ignorance-and-2/1923913 |
Sheriff’s office reports K-9 missing from Lufkin area
Published: Jul. 4, 2022 at 11:57 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - The San Augustine County Sheriff’s Office reports a K-9 broke out of her kennel and is missing.
Frankie escaped Sunday morning, is wearing a signal K-9 collar and resides in the Lufkin area according to the sheriff’s office social media post.
The sheriff’s office said Frankie is verified in patrol work and narcotics, is very friendly and chipped.
If anyone has seen K-9 Frankie contact the Sheriff’s Office.
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BENTON COUNTY, Ind. (WLFI) — Police have released the initial charges for a suspect who opened fire with a semi-automatic weapon on a Fowler police officer.
According to the Benton County Sheriff's Department, 51-year-old Kevin S. Varner was arrested on:
- Criminal Recklessness
- possession of firearm by a serious felon
- Resisting law enforcement
As we previously reported, a Fowler Police Officer stopped a green car at the intersection of US-52 and 5th Street in Fowler. The driver, 51-year-old Kevin S. Varner of Hammond, Indiana, started shooting a semi-automatic weapon at the officer through his own rear window.
The officer and his squad car were not hit by any bullets. | https://www.wlfi.com/news/preliminary-charges-released-for-driver-who-shot-at-fowler-police/article_4a3a5dde-aba9-11ed-bc3a-1372d72fa1ff.html | 2023-02-13 15:50:17 | 0 | https://www.wlfi.com/news/preliminary-charges-released-for-driver-who-shot-at-fowler-police/article_4a3a5dde-aba9-11ed-bc3a-1372d72fa1ff.html |
LIMA, Peru (AP) — The chief suspect in the unsolved 2005 disappearance of American student Natalee Holloway is poised to face charges linked to the young woman’s vanishing for the first time after the government of Peru authorized his extradition to the United States.
Neither U.S. nor Peruvian authorities on Thursday would say when they might transfer custody of Dutch citizen Joran van der Sloot. A day earlier the Peruvian Embassy in Washington announced the decision to extradite him to face trial on extortion and wire fraud charges, each of which carries lengthy sentences.
Van der Sloot is in a maximum-security prison in the Andes serving a 28-year sentence for the murder of a Peruvian woman.
Holloway, who lived in suburban Birmingham, Alabama, was 18 when she was last seen during a trip with classmates to the Caribbean island of Aruba. She vanished after a night with friends at a nightclub, leaving a mystery that sparked years of news coverage and countless true-crime podcasts. She was last seen leaving a bar with van der Sloot, who was a student at an international school on the island.
Van der Sloot was identified as a suspect and detained weeks later, along with two Surinamese brothers. Holloway’s body was never found, and no charges were filed in the case. A judge later declared Holloway dead.
The federal charges filed in Alabama against van der Sloot stem from an accusation that he tried to extort the Holloway family in 2010, promising to lead them to her body in exchange for hundreds of thousands of dollars. A grand jury indicted him that year on one count each of wire fraud and extortion, each of which is punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
Also in 2010, van der Sloot was arrested in Peru for the murder of 21-year-old Stephany Flores, who was killed five years to the day after Holloway’s disappearance.
Peruvian prosecutors accused van der Sloot of killing Flores, a business student from a prominent family, to rob her after learning she had won money at the casino where the two met. They said he killed her with “ferocity” and “cruelty,” beating then strangling her in his hotel room. He pleaded guilty in 2012.
A 2001 treaty between Peru and the U.S. allows a suspect to be temporarily extradited to face trial in the other country. It requires that the prisoner “be returned” after judicial proceedings are concluded “against that person, in accordance with conditions to be determined by” both countries.
The U.S. Justice Department declined to comment Thursday on the extradition from Peru. A resolution published in the South American country’s federal register states that U.S. diplomats on Jan. 10 presented the temporary extradition request to Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Relations.
The time that van der Sloot ends up spending in the U.S. “will be extended until the conclusion of the criminal proceedings,” including the appeal process should there be one, according to the published resolution. The resolution also says U.S. authorities agreed to return the suspect to the custody of Peru afterward.
The extradition request indicated “that an additional delay in the prosecution of the case that is being pursued in the United States of America could significantly reduce the possibility of conviction, that the ages and health conditions of the key witnesses in the case would make the prosecution would be extremely difficult if it is not carried out soon,” according to a March order from Peru’s top court.
In a statement, the young woman’s mother, Beth Holloway, said she was blessed to have Natalee in her life for 18 years.
“She would be 36 years old now. It has been a very long and painful journey, but the persistence of many is going to pay off. Together, we are finally getting justice for Natalee,” Beth Holloway said.
An FBI agent wrote in an affidavit that van der Sloot reached out to Holloway’s mother and wanted to be paid $25,000 to disclose the location and then another $225,000 when the remains were recovered. Van der Sloot requested that an agreement be drafted and signed by the mother and him.
A New York attorney representing Beth Holloway traveled to Aruba with the agreement and gave van der Sloot $10,000 in cash during a recorded meeting, according to court records. The indictment says both men then went to a site where the student’s remains were purportedly buried, and Beth Holloway made a wire transfer for $15,000 to van der Sloot’s bank account in the Netherlands.
In the affidavit, the FBI agent wrote that van der Sloot in later emails to the attorney admitted to lying about the location.
Attorney Maximo Altez, who represents van der Sloot, told The Associated Press that he would fight the decision on extradition once he received proper notification from the Peruvian government.
“I am going to challenge that resolution,” Altez said. “I am going to oppose it since he has the right to a defense.”
Van der Sloot could not immediately be reached for comment. More than a decade ago, he told a Peruvian judge that he would fight efforts to be extradited to the U.S.
The governor of Alabama praised the extradition decision and commended the persistance of Beth Holloway.
“Joran van der Sloot’s extradition to Birmingham, Alabama — Natalee’s home for her 18 years — is significant,” Gov. Kay Ivey said in a statement. “Criminals like him are deceptive and vicious. Alabama moms like Beth Holloway are stronger.”
Van der Sloot married a Peruvian woman in July 2014 in a ceremony at a maximum security prison. He has been transferred from prisons in response to reports that he enjoyed privileges such as television, internet access and a cellphone, and accusations that he had threatened to kill a warden.
The announcement from the Peruvian government Wednesday marks the second high-profile extradition decision between the two countries in less than three weeks. In late April, former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo arrived in Lima after being extradited from the U.S. to face charges he allegedly received millions of dollars in bribes in a giant corruption scandal.
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MARLOW, England, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SAS and DigitalRoute, two leading AI and data management companies, have joined forces to deliver a 5G Network Data Analytics Function (NWDAF). The combined solution is an alternative to black-box or hard-coded solutions from network equipment providers (NEPs). It will enable Communication Service Providers (CSPs) to utilize NWDAF to go beyond solely addressing defined use cases that focus primarily on network operations and eliminate the network vendor silo trap.
Data-driven networks present a new opportunity for CSPs to bridge network services to business operations leading the industry into a new digital chapter for B2B services, with new revenue streams. However, modern networks have become so complex that it is hard to scale efficient operations, which dictates that they leverage AI and automation, and enable new monetization opportunities, such as Analytics-as-a-Service.
CSP data holds value beyond network operations, meaning that NWDAF can be part of the broader analytics and data democratization strategy. Now, everybody in an organization can start working with data and AI tools comfortably, irrespective of their technical know-how. This can drive data-informed decisions across the business and help to build customer experiences powered by data.
"It's important that the NWDAF, in addition to aligning with 3GPP specifications, comes with a set of common and reusable platform services such as APIs and AI platform components that enable continuous lifecycle management of all AI models running within it. These components can be consumed by additional use cases, beyond those defined and standardized by 3GPP," explained Adaora Okeleke, Principal Analyst Data, AI and Development Tools Cloud and Platform Services at Analysys Mason. "Several 5G network monetization opportunities lie in the B2B domain and accessing them will require the NWDAF becoming a part of a CSP's broader advanced analytics ecosystem. It provides key data and intelligent insights that will enable discovery and management of new 5G enterprise use cases."
"SAS and DigitalRoute are frontrunners and experts in our respective areas, with extensive experience in building revenue and operational solutions for telecoms that now include NWDAF and automated operations," said Sasa Crnojevic, Network AI & Machine Learning Business Principal, at SAS. "We understand the value and difference a flexible, vendor-agnostic, and easily configured low code / no code solution provides to the bottom line and how it supports democratization of data and AI across the enterprise."
The NWDAF architecture supports this approach because of two major components, data management and analytics services, which when disaggregated, mean the NWDAF can coexist with a company's end-to-end data analytics architecture. Therefore, CSPs can benefit in many ways, including:
- Reduced total cost of ownership and time taken to integrate with the NWDAF, through reuse of pre-existing analytics components.
- Faster innovation cycles and time-to-market through less dependency on costly vendor change requests or complex product upgrades.
- Enabling service agility through co-existence with 2G/3G/4G ML Network Operations.
- Improved insights through data silo elimination (by separating the data collection layer, the same information can be used to support other analytics cases or applications).
- Increased B2B opportunities by combining with analytics functions beyond the network (e.g. banking sector analytics, healthcare, manufacturing, IoT, and edge computing).
"Networks have always carried tremendous amounts of valuable data, and not until now, due to advances in machine learning and data science, was it possible for telecommunication providers to use this data to improve their business offerings," said DigitalRoute CTO Demed L'Her. "DigitalRoute has always been the gold standard in extracting and processing data at scale. Similarly, SAS has set the standard for deriving intelligence from oceans of data. This combination is a perfect match of two technology giants, each expert at their craft; both focused on NWDAF and its possibilities."
New monetisation opportunities will arise for CSPs with NWDAF. For example, in the manufacturing industry Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks have, thanks to processing sensor data from the trucks, maximised vehicle uptime and minimised the costs of service disruptions by reducing diagnostic time by 70% and repair time by 25%. Benefits like these are something that CSPs can enable with NWDAF and this will in return generate new revenue opportunities by selling more advanced and value-based services beyond just connectivity.
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NEW YORK, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paine Schwartz Partners, a global leader in sustainable food chain investing, today announced that it has completed a strategic growth investment by Paine Schwartz Food Chain Fund VI in Elemental Enzymes (the "Company"), a leading developer of naturally occurring enzymes and biochemicals for use in commercial agriculture. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Founded in 2011, Elemental Enzymes is headquartered in St. Louis, MO and specializes in enzyme, peptide, protein, and biological chemistry solutions contributing to improved plant health, yield, and profitability. The Company's products have high-potency and low-volume use rates, which allows for higher margins and lower capex requirements. Its go-to-market strategy successfully leverages large B2B customer capabilities for market access delivering fully integrated solutions for growers.
The Company will have 17 products in the market in 2023 sold through global commercial partners throughout five geographies, with 345 total patent applications. By 2027, the Company expects to launch 115 products across nine Active Ingredients. Elemental Enzymes is well positioned in the fast-growing, approximately $9 billion, biologicals segment of the crop protection market.
Elemental Enzymes is successfully tackling complex problems in agriculture ranging from abiotic stress to Asian Soybean Rust to Citrus Greening. The Company's products are identified by three main uses:
- Nutrient Use Efficiency – increases fertilizer effectiveness by preventing absorption and binding to soils, volatilization, leaching and surface water runoff.
- Stress Mitigation – mitigates plant stress by reducing water vapor loss, increasing protein stability and content, and providing quicker plant recovery and sustained growth.
- Pest Pressure – complements fungicide resistance management programs by providing new crop spray timings that prevent disease earlier and more effectively.
The Company's management team led by Co-Founder and CEO Dr. Brian Thompson, Co-Founder and COO Dr. Katie Thompson and Co-Founder and CSO Dr. Ashley Siegel, will continue operating the business with support from the Paine Schwartz team.
"We are excited about this investment from Paine Schwartz, which marks the next phase in our effort to build the world's leading supplier of sustainable agricultural inputs," said Brian Thompson, CEO and Co-Founder of Elemental Enzymes. "The Paine Schwartz team brings significant expertise and resources that will help us across our business including launching new products, expanding our technical and R&D capabilities, and entering new markets and segments. We look forward to working closely with them to build on our strong foundation and capture new growth opportunities by addressing some of the most complex issues in agriculture head-on."
Kevin Schwartz, CEO of Paine Schwartz, said, "This strategic investment in Elemental Enzymes is directly aligned with our long-term thesis of identifying companies that sustainably increase productivity in the agriculture space. The Company has an impressive suite of products, a robust R&D pipeline, blue-chip customer relationships and a track record of accelerating growth. We look forward to working closely with Brian and the Elemental Enzymes team to capture market share in the rapidly growing biologicals segment of the crop protection market."
This strategic investment in Elemental Enzymes builds on Paine Schwartz's longstanding and successful track record of investing in the input and distribution segments of Crop Productivity and Sustainability, including current investments in AgBiTech, Advanced Agrilytics, AgroFresh, Axiota, and HGS Bioscience.
Additional funding provided to Elemental Enzymes came from the Missouri Technology Corporation TechLaunch Funds Program, St. Louis Arch Angels and Centennial Investors Angel Investor Network in 2012.
Advisors
Akin Gump served as legal counsel to Paine Schwartz.
About Elemental Enzymes
Elemental Enzymes, a St. Louis based company, is catalyzing the future of agriculture with innovative, cross-disciplinary scientific solutions to solve complex problems impacting growers today. Elemental Enzymes creates patented enzymes, peptides and biochemical solutions that improve nutrient uptake, water management and water use efficiency, plant health and yield, as well as disease protection. For more information, please visit www.elementalenzymes.com.
About Paine Schwartz Partners
A global leader in sustainable food chain investing, Paine Schwartz Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on investment opportunities in the fast-growing, dynamic global food and agribusiness sectors. The firm's investment, operations and finance professionals invest throughout cycles across the food and agribusiness value chain, and bring a collaborative and active management approach to portfolio companies. For further information, please see www.paineschwartz.com.
About Missouri Technology Corporation
The Missouri Technology Corporation is a public-private partnership created by the Missouri General Assembly to promote entrepreneurship and foster the growth of new and emerging high-tech companies. MTC focuses on 21st Century bioscience industries that build on Missouri's rich history in agriculture.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the "Pick Three-Midday" game were:
0-3-4, Fireball: 8
(zero, three, four; Fireball: eight)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday afternoon's drawing of the "Pick Three-Midday" game were:
0-3-4, Fireball: 8
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ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels rallied from a six-run deficit in the seventh inning and a three-run deficit in the ninth before they walked off in the 10th on an unlikely Astros error.
The Halos can only hope their next win is a little bit less grueling than the 13-12 victory that snapped their six-game losing streak Saturday night.
Shohei Ohtani hit his major league-leading 33rd homer to key the Angels’ ninth-inning rally, and rookie Trey Cabbage scored on rookie shortstop Grae Kessinger’s throwing error in the 10th.
Kessinger threw wide of first base while attempting to turn an easy inning-ending double play on Taylor Ward’s grounder. Cabbage scored in only his second major league game to set off a wild celebration for the Angels, concluding their second victory in 12 games in improbable fashion.
“To say that win was needed is an understatement,” Angels manager Phil Nevin said.
Kessinger entered the game in the bottom of the 10th after starting shortstop Jeremy Peña felt a right hamstring injury while batting in the top of the inning. Houston starter Framber Valdez also left the game with an apparent left calf injury in the seventh, but manager Dusty Baker said the team is hopeful both injuries were only cramps.
“They started hitting us all over the ballpark,” Baker said. “You just hate to end the game like that. Just a bad, bad loss for us.”
The AL West rivals combined for 18 runs in the final four innings, and Houston’s bullpen imploded, allowing eight hits and eight runs — six earned.
The Angels tied tied it 9-9 in the seventh on Mike Moustakas’ dramatic three-run homer. Chas McCormick put Houston back ahead with a two-run homer in the eighth, and Yainer Diaz added an RBI single in the ninth to put the Astros up 12-9.
Star closer Ryan Pressly hadn’t allowed a hit since June 15 before he blew that three-run lead, starting with Ohtani’s 404-foot leadoff shot to center. Hunter Renfroe’s RBI single tied it in the ninth, but Pressly eventually stranded two Angels in scoring position.
“It gives us a lot of momentum moving forward,” Moustakas said. “A lot happened throughout that game, and we found a way to come back and win. That shows we can do it. Fantastic team win.”
All-Star closer Carlos Estevez (3-1) pitched a scoreless 10th inning for Los Angeles, and Phil Maton (2-3) lost without allowing a hit.
José Abreu hit a three-run homer during a five-run seventh inning for the Astros, but the Angels responded with an even bigger rally that included rookie Zach Neto’s two-run homer.
Neto connected off Valdez, who abruptly left with an athletic trainer two pitches later, midway through Ohtani’s at-bat. Valdez matched his career high with 13 strikeouts, but yielded seven hits and five runs on 103 pitches.
Kyle Tucker drove in three runs for the Astros.
Reid Detmers yielded four runs on five hits and three walks over six innings for the Angels.
GOOD RESPONSE
In the second inning, Luis Rengifo hit only his second homer since June 7. The infielder got pulled from Friday’s loss when he failed to hustle after the ball following an error, allowing Houston’s runners to advance. Rengifo took postgame responsibility for his lapse.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Astros: Yordan Alvarez worked out in Houston, and the slugger is feeling better after falling ill earlier in the week, manager Dusty Baker said. Alvarez’s rehab assignment for his right oblique strain was delayed by his illness. Houston still doesn’t know when he’ll head to Triple-A Sugar Land.
Angels: Ohtani is tentatively expected to make his next mound start Friday against Pittsburgh despite the minor finger injuries that have hampered his past three starts, Nevin said. Ohtani is bothered by a finger blister and by a cracked fingernail. … Brandon Drury (bruised left shoulder) and rookie C Logan O’Hoppe (labrum) both began hitting off a tee this weekend. Drury was injured June 27, but hopes to return next week. O’Hoppe has been out since late April, and he’s on track for a possible return in August.
UP NEXT
Houston’s Cristian Javier (7-1, 4.34 ERA) goes after his first victory in six starts in the series finale Sunday when he faces the Halos’ Tyler Anderson (4-2, 5.25 ERA).
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CINCINNATI, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RSW/US, the nation's leading outsourced business development firm for marketing agencies, just completed its annual RSW/US 2022 Agency New Business Report.
The previous two years, this RSW survey and resulting report saw many small and mid-sized agencies growing or regaining lost growth from the previous year. This year finds agencies with a more challenging landscape. For example, agencies report organic growth fell by 11% in 2022 as an effective way to generate ad agency new business. Also, only 32% of agencies said the number of opportunities for new business increased in 2022, versus 51% in 2021.
Another indicator of a more challenging new business landscape: in 2021, only 28% of agencies said obtaining new business (compared to the previous year) was harder or a lot harder. In 2022, it's risen to 43%.
A telltale sign, and a source of the difficulty in driving new business this year: agencies are not investing in the development of "new" new business.
This plays out in the low percentages (all under 15%) attributed to phone calls, social media, inbound, and traditional mailings.
A few other key stats that explain this increased difficulty and exemplify the lack of a strategic plan around "new" new business:
- 55% of agencies say it's harder to break through to prospects compared to last year.
- Agencies reporting their last new business hire was very to somewhat successful dropped from 60% in 2021 to 41% in 2022.
- In 2021, hiring for the new business director position at an agency fell to its lowest level since 2010, with just 32% of agencies hiring a new business director in the past 3 years. In 2022, the number is, once again, at 32%.
The growth so many firms had in 2021 and 2022 should be celebrated, but change is a constant in our industry, and existing growth looks to be slowing. It's critical heading into 2023 that agencies have a manageable framework for "new" new business.
RSW/US is the nation's leading outsourced business development group that helps marketing agencies find meaningful new business opportunities and get them closer to close. To learn more visit www.rswus.com or call Lee McKnight Jr. at 513-559-3111.
Contact: Lee McKnight Jr.
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Quarterly results include strong counter-cyclical operating cash flow generation, notable growth investments and sequential reduction in debt. Business highlights include ramping up production at new Centralia service center, the Excelsior acquisition, an increase in the quarterly dividend, hosting of Investor Day at NYSE and publication of inaugural ESG Report.
CHICAGO, Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryerson Holding Corporation (NYSE: RYI), a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2022.
Highlights:
- Record full-year Net Income attributable to Ryerson Holding Corporation of $391.0 million with Adjusted EBITDA1, excluding LIFO of $582.0 million
- Generated full-year revenue of $6.3 billion and fourth quarter revenue of $1.3 billion
- Record full-year Diluted EPS2 of $10.21 and fourth quarter loss per share of $0.65
- Generated operating cash flow of $501.2 million for the full-year and $181.6 million in the fourth quarter
- Reduced debt to $367 million and net debt3 to $328 million from $639 million and $588 million, respectively, compared to December 31, 2021
- Hosted Investor Day at the NYSE in November, outlining financial priorities and Next Phase Targets
- Published inaugural ESG Report in December
- Announced a first quarter 2023 dividend of $0.17 per share, a 6.3% increase from the prior quarter
A reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the comparable GAAP measure is included below in this news release.
Management Commentary
Eddie Lehner, Ryerson's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "First, let's take stock of all that was accomplished at Ryerson in 2022. Gratitude and thanks all around to our customers, my Ryerson teammates, and our suppliers as we skillfully navigated a tumultuous, but nonetheless one of our best years on record. The full year highlights articulated in this release reflect a better path we have set ourselves on given the level of investment in the business through capex and business development during the year while returning approximately $70 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. Speaking of dividends, we announced our sixth consecutive quarterly dividend increase to 17 cents per share given our confidence in Ryerson's future trajectory and secular strengths underpinning demand for recyclable and reusable industrial metals. During the fourth quarter, we saw margin compression peak around mid-quarter and then inflect positively through year-end while shipments and revenues were within our guided range. Though we experienced some transient counter-cyclical dynamics around carbon program price resets and elevated industry-wide stainless inventory levels that amplified margin compression in the quarter, these effects were a segue to improving industry conditions moving through the back-half of the fourth quarter and into early 2023. We are encouraged by price, margin and demand support seen through the midpoint of the first quarter of 2023. Despite elevated levels of economic uncertainty engendered by inflation, macro-policy, and geo-political risks, demand and industrial metal commodity price support appear resilient given current levels of business investment, consumer spending, reshoring trends, expectant industrial metals demand in India and China as well as fiscal policy support for infrastructure, chip manufacturing and climate-related investment."
2022 Company Highlights:
- Transformed the balance sheet with total debt declining to $367 million and net debt declining to $328 million, compared to $639 million and $588 million as of December 31, 2021
- Grew book value of equity4 by 64% to $893 million from $545 million in 2021
- Redeemed $300 million of 8.50% Senior Secured Notes, retiring the notes and saving an estimated $25 million per year on pre-tax interest expense
- Improved financial flexibility by amending and upsizing the Revolving Credit Facility to $1.3 billion
- Achieved major milestones at two new state-of-the art facilities, ramping up operations at the newly built service center at Centralia, WA and breaking ground at our University Park, IL campus
- Acquired four value-add businesses: Ford Tool Steels, Inc., Apogee Steel Fabrication Incorporated, Howard Precision Metals, Inc. and Excelsior, Inc.
- Announced target of 80% reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 in inaugural ESG report
- Returned approximately $70 million to shareholders in the form of share repurchases and dividends
- Repurchased 1.7 million shares while increasing the free float to 57% of shares outstanding, up from 46%
- Authorized a new, two-year, $75 million share repurchase program after having completed the prior $50 million program
- Annual dividends declared per share increased to 53.5 cents, up from 16.5 cents in 2021
Fourth Quarter Results
Ryerson generated net sales of $1.3 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022, a decrease of 16.5% compared to $1.5 billion for the third quarter of 2022, primarily driven by seasonally lower volumes and lower selling prices. Volumes declined 9.2% and average selling prices declined 8.1%, compared to the third quarter of 2022 in line with our guidance. Gross margin contracted sequentially by 490 basis points to 12.7% in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to 17.6% in the third quarter of 2022. Gross margins were primarily impacted by transient margin compression, most notably in carbon sheet steel and stainless steel, as spot margins troughed mid-quarter before moving higher to end the year on an encouraging note. LIFO expense of $34.6 million was larger-than-expected, driven by average cost of inventory that ended the year at higher levels than anticipated primarily attributable to stainless steel market dynamics of an over-supplied North American Market versus stainless steel inputs such as nickel which rallied notably thru the fourth quarter.
Declining average selling prices partially reversed during the second half of the fourth quarter leading Ryerson to record a LIFO expense of $34.6 million versus initial expectations of $20 million LIFO income for the quarter. This was due to average inventory costs ending the year higher than what was previously projected for each major commodity. In conjunction, inventory days of supply in the fourth quarter also rose to 90 days, compared with 83 days in the third quarter, and, as such, projected declines in average costs did not occur as anticipated. Although this had a one-time negative impact to margins in the quarter due to the timing of annual LIFO calculation, higher commodity futures provide a more positive outlook for the first half of 2023 than previously expected.
Excluding the impact of LIFO, gross margin contracted 90 basis points to 15.3% in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to 16.2% in the third quarter, driven by the decline in average selling prices outpacing the decline in our cost of goods sold. Warehousing, delivery, selling, general and administrative expenses increased 2.1% to $190.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to $186.5 million in the third quarter, primarily driven by costs related to acquisitions.
Net loss attributable to Ryerson Holding Corporation for the fourth quarter of 2022 was $24.1 million, or $0.65 per diluted share, compared to net income of $55.1 million, or $1.46 per diluted share in the previous quarter. During the fourth quarter, we recorded charges of $5.3 million for reorganization costs, primarily related to ERP system conversion as well as relocation expense for our new Centralia service center. Ryerson generated Adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO of $28.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to third quarter 2022 Adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO of $78.5 million.
Market Commentary
Ryerson's revenue of $1.28 billion in the fourth quarter was driven by an average selling price decrease of 8.1% to $2,770 per ton and a sales volume decrease of 9.2% to 465 thousand tons, compared to the third quarter of 2022. Fourth quarter revenue was at the high end of our guidance range of $1.25 to $1.30 billion, and our sequential volume decrease of 9.2% was partially due to normal holiday seasonal slowdown of our manufacturing customers.
Liquidity & Debt Management
Ryerson generated $181.6 million of operating cash in the fourth quarter of 2022 driven by working capital release of $207.4 million, which was slightly offset by a net loss of $23.8 million. Cash release was achieved despite the Company's cash conversion cycle increasing to 91.6 days, compared to 83.4 days in the third quarter of 2022. Ryerson's inventory build was driven by normal seasonality coupled with residual pandemic distortions in supply and withdrawal patterns in the second half of 2022 and an upward inflection in metals prices in the fourth quarter. As a result of strong operating cash flow, the Company ended the fourth quarter of 2022 with $367 million of debt and $328 million of net debt, a decrease of $110 million and $98 million, respectively, compared to the third quarter. Ryerson's leverage ratio as of the fourth quarter of 2022 was 0.6x, near the Company's low-end target leverage range. Ryerson's global liquidity, composed of cash and cash equivalents and availability on its revolving credit facilities, increased to $909 million as of December 31, 2022, compared to $906 million as of September 30, 2022.
Shareholder Return Activity
Dividends. On February 22, 2023, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share of common stock, payable on March 16, 2023, to stockholders of record as of March 6, 2023. During the fourth quarter of 2022, Ryerson paid a quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.16 per share, amounting to a cash return of approximately $5.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2022. For the full-year 2022, Ryerson paid approximately $20 million in dividends, with dividends per share of 53.5 cents on an annual basis.
Share Repurchase. Ryerson repurchased approximately 33,000 shares of common stock resulting in a return to shareholders of approximately $0.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2022. Ryerson made these repurchases in accordance with its share repurchase program, which authorizes the Company to acquire up to an aggregate amount of $75.0 million of the Company's common stock through August 3, 2024. For the full-year 2022, Ryerson returned approximately $50 million to shareholders in the form of share repurchases.
Outlook Commentary
Ryerson is encouraged by improving sequential margin and demand conditions as experienced through the quarter to date as both spot and program margins have positively inflected and shipments are showing on par with typical sequential seasonality. As such, Ryerson anticipates first quarter net sales to be in the range of $1.37 billion to $1.43 billion, with pricing decreasing 1% to 3%, and shipment volumes increasing 10% to 12%. LIFO expense in the first quarter of 2023 is expected to be $5 million. We expect adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO in the range of $78 million to $82 million and earnings per diluted share in the range of $0.98 to $1.06.
Earnings Call Information
Ryerson will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter 2022 financial results for the period ended December 31, 2022, on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The live online broadcast will be available on the Company's investor relations website, ir.ryerson.com. A replay will be available at the same website for 90 days.
About Ryerson
Ryerson is a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China. Founded in 1842, Ryerson has around 4,200 employees in approximately 100 locations. Visit Ryerson at www.ryerson.com.
Notes:
1For EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA excluding LIFO please see Schedule 2
2EPS is Earnings per Share
3Net debt is defined as long term debt plus short term debt less cash and cash equivalents and excludes restricted cash
4Book value of equity is defined as total assets less total liabilities
Legal Disclaimer
The contents herein are provided for general information purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or buy, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any security ("Security") of the Company or its affiliates ("Ryerson") in any jurisdiction. Ryerson does not intend to solicit, and is not soliciting, any action with respect to any Security or any other contractual relationship with Ryerson. Nothing in this release, individually or taken in the aggregate, constitutes an offer of securities for sale or buy, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any Security in the United States, or to U.S. persons, or in any other jurisdiction in which such an offer or solicitation is unlawful.
Safe Harbor Provision
Certain statements made in this presentation and other written or oral statements made by or on behalf of the Company constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding our future performance, as well as management's expectations, beliefs, intentions, plans, estimates, objectives, or projections relating to the future. Such statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "objectives," "goals," "preliminary," "range," "believes," "expects," "may," "estimates," "will," "should," "plans," or "anticipates" or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology, or by discussions of strategy. The Company cautions that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and may involve significant risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may vary materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. Among the factors that significantly impact our business are: the cyclicality of our business; the highly competitive, volatile, and fragmented metals industry in which we operate; the impact of geopolitical events, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine and global trade sanctions; fluctuating metal prices; our indebtedness and the covenants in instruments governing such indebtedness; the integration of acquired operations; regulatory and other operational risks associated with our operations located inside and outside of the United States; the ownership of a significant portion of our equity securities by a single investor group; work stoppages; obligations under certain employee retirement benefit plans; currency fluctuations; and consolidation in the metals industry. Forward-looking statements should, therefore, be considered in light of various factors, including those set forth above and those set forth under "Risk Factors" in our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022, and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Moreover, we caution against placing undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date they were made. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances, new information or otherwise.
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CRANFORD, N.J. (AP) — The voice is familiar to the millions who ride New York City's subways, its deep and resonant tone ringing through tunnels and across the tracks. For more than a decade, Bernie Wagenblast has lent that voice to automated announcements alerting passengers to train arrivals and politely directing people to “please stand away from the platform edge.”
But earlier this year, Wagenblast, 66, went on the radio to publicly reveal a different voice — higher pitched and softer spoken — that is more reflective of the transition from the man she was to the transgender woman she was always meant to be.
For decades, Wagenblast’s voice — low, authoritative and benign all at once — has provided a career and livelihood. Yet she knows that her transformation won’t be complete unless she replaces her “guy voice” with one that has the vocal register, timbre and tone of a woman.
“Because my voice has played such a critical role in my life, to me it’s important that my voice sound as authentically female as it can,” she said at her home in Cranford, New Jersey, about 20 miles (33 kilometers) southwest of Manhattan.
By sharing her story, she aspires to use her new voice, literally and figuratively, to inspire and empower others struggling with gender dysphoria during fraught times for LGBTQ+ communities as a wave of legislation restricts their rights across the country. Lawmakers in 20 states have moved to ban gender-affirming care. Some new laws keep transgender students off girls sports teams or out of certain bathrooms. Still others limit drag performances.
“I think just my existence, by sharing my story, helps to make people understand,” Wagenblast said.
Wagenblast knew as a child that she was meant to be a girl. But different social mores prevailed at the time, so she kept her secret inside as she got older.
She embraced the voice she had and pursued a career in radio, contributing to several stations in New York as an on-air traffic reporter.
More than a dozen years ago, Wagenblast landed the job that has given her an audience of millions.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, which operates the country’s busiest public transit system, uses several announcers. Wagenblast's voice is heard on most numbered train lines. Another oft-heard message, “Stand clear of the closing doors, please,” is voiced by a different announcer, Charlie Pellett.
Now semi-retired, Wagenblast continues to produce transportation-themed podcasts and newsletters.
Although Wagenblast is retraining her voice for a more feminine sound, she won’t leave her former voice totally behind — she can switch between vocal registers — because she could still use it professionally.
“I’m happy that millions of people are familiar with it,” she said. “Almost everybody who lives in New York has heard my voice at one time or another, and that just kind of blows my mind to think 8 million people — more than 8 million people — know my voice.”
The change won’t affect the subway announcements that have made Wagenblast’s voice recognizable. There are no plans to rerecord the work she did for the MTA or for the Port Authority of New York, which uses her voice for announcements on the AirTrain that serves Newark airport.
Wagenblast is mindful of all the strife and mental anguish suffered by transgender people still too afraid to become their true selves publicly, as she once was.
Over the years, she’s revealed her gender identity to family, including the woman Wagenblast married.
“I did tell my future wife, before I asked her to marry me, about this part of my life because I knew it was not going to change,” Wagenblast said, “and I wanted her to know that before I asked her to marry me.”
Together, they raised three daughters. They separated right before Wagenblast began socially transitioning and presenting as a woman.
One night last fall, Wagenblast decided to attend a community event as a woman, her first time doing so publicly. That night, she put on a wig and wore a borrowed dress. A friend did her makeup.
“In the past year, Bernie had concerns with acceptance, with people accepting her for who she is, how she wanted to appear, how she wanted to sound,” said Nicole Brownstein, who ran a support group at a New Jersey pride center and befriended Wagenblast several years ago.
Brownstein called coming out a double-edged sword that makes transgender communities more visible but also “brings you into the public eye and potentially makes you a target.”
As communities across the country celebrate Pride Month, transgender rights are front and center at some parades and other festivities as a show of solidarity. Organizers of Sunday's annual Pride Parade in New York City, the nation's largest commemoration of the 1969 riots that launched the gay rights movement, say the hostile acts "disproportionately targeting our trans siblings are disturbing and devastatingly not new."
Waiting for a train at Grand Central Terminal, rider Billy Navarrete said she considered it unimportant that the voice she hears now belongs to a transgender woman.
“I think it’s fine because now they’re their true self. So I’m happy for them,” she said, before correcting the pronoun to “her."
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Delta flight attendant comforting woman afraid to fly goes viral
(CNN) - A Delta flight attendant went above and beyond, and it was caught on camera.
A photo of the moment has since gone viral, showing the attendant comforting a passenger who was afraid to fly.
The flight attendant has been identified as Floyd Dean-Shannon and he’s only been an airline attendant for three months.
He said he noticed the passenger was visibly nervous getting on the plane and was sweating before takeoff.
However, once the flight was in the air, Dean-Shannon approached the woman and sat in the aisle to hold her hand and talk to her.
He reportedly explained everything that was happening to the woman from the sounds she was hearing to the turbulence.
Dean-Shannon said it was all to help calm the passenger down and reassure her of her safety.
Another passenger on the flight was able to capture a photo of the heartwarming interaction.
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Funding Accelerates Development of Robot Technology Powered with Augmented Intelligence
AUSTIN, Texas, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Contoro Robotics, a company augmenting robot intelligence with AI and teleoperation, announced that it has raised $4.7 million in Seed funding. The round was led by SV Investment with participation from Kakao Ventures, Bass Investment, Future Play, and UT Austin Seed Fund.
Last year, Contoro Robotics raised a $1.3 million Pre-seed round led by Village Global, which is backed by industry luminaries such as Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg. Including Seed Round, Contoro has raised $6M up to date.
"We are excited to announce this investment which will allow us to accelerate the deployment of our augmented intelligence technology," said Youngmok Yun, CEO and founder of Contoro Robotics. "We're making headway in the logistics domains and we're confident diverse industries can benefit from our innovative solutions."
Contoro Robotics' technology combines artificial intelligence (AI) with human expertise. AI is used to control the robot in most situations, but humans can intervene when necessary. This approach allows Contoro Robotics' technology to be used in a wide range of applications, from simple tasks that can be easily automated to complex tasks that require human judgment.
"We believe that Contoro Robotics' technologies including exoskeleton, haptics, artificial intelligence, teleoperation have the potential to effectively optimize algorithm structures that robot human-like thinks and acts," said Il-Yong Choi, Ph.D., Investor at SV Investment. "It means that Contoro Robotics' approach can be applied to a lot of ordinary tasks and then accelerate that robot itself can be much more accessible and affordable in our daily lives."
Contoro Robotics is currently focused on solving oversea container unloading challenges for warehouse businesses. Contoro robots will help reduce the cost and time of container unloading, and will also improve safety. A pilot program using Contoro Robotics' technology is scheduled to launch in Q3 of 2023.
About Contoro Robotics (http://contoro.com)
Contoro Robotics is a company developing AI/teleoperation technology that enables robots to be controlled autonomously and remotely from anywhere in the world. The company's mission is to introduce advanced intelligence to robotic arms by combining AI and human intelligence. This will open a wide range of possibilities for robot usage in a variety of industries such as logistics, manufacturing, and agriculture.
Contact:
John Cook, info@contoro.com
1807 W Braker Ln, STE C500, Austin, TX 78758
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To address underrepresentation, firms need to focus on retention, not just recruitment
OMAHA, Neb., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carson Group revealed the results of its first-ever State of Women in Wealth Management Report during Excell REPRESENT. The research study looked at the experiences and perceptions of both women and men on the opportunities and challenges faced by female advisors in the financial services industry.
Currently women make up more than half of the U.S. population, but less than a quarter of financial advisors are women, which has remained largely flat for the last 10 years, according to the CFP Board. The 2022 State of Women in Wealth Management Report found there are several areas firms can focus on to improve representation.
Barriers to Success
Female advisors face many of the same challenges as their male counterparts – growing a book of business, operational efficiency and dealing with clients' emotional responses to the market. However, the majority (88%) of survey respondents indicated that women have additional barriers that men are less likely to deal with.
- 73% Balancing professional role with caregiving obligations
- 70% Difficulties finding a firm that is a culture fit
- 57% Difficulty finding a mentor
- 34% Challenges in prospecting for new clients
- 25% Other
Perhaps more concerning is that nearly half (47%) of "other" write-in responses indicated that gender-based discrimination in the workplace is still a significant barrier for success in wealth management.
"If we want to see meaningful change in representation in the industry, we need to start solving for these barriers," said Julie Ragatz, Ph.D. Vice President, Next Gen and Advisor Development Programs at Carson Group and co-author of the 2022 State of Women in Wealth Management Report. "We focus much of our energy on the recruitment of women, which is important too. But none of these barriers keep women out of the industry. They keep them from staying."
Impact of Gender Biases
Only 13% of female advisors believe that clients rarely take gender into account when selecting a financial advisor compared to 26% of male advisors. This has a direct impact on a woman's ability to grow her book of business.
In addition, 54% of female respondents strongly disagreed or disagreed with the statement, that financial advisors rarely take gender into account when seeking partners for joint work. Noting that in their experience, gender does play a negative role in receiving offers for joint work from other advisors, hindering long-term advancement.
"While there has been some movement in representation, which is good news, there's obviously more to be done," said Mary Kate Gulick, Chief Marketing Officer, Carson Group. "We hope that the insights from the study will inspire problem-solving conversations and solutions we can start putting into action fast. There's been a lot of talk on this in the last 20 years, but little intentional action."
To view the full 2022 State of Women in Wealth Management report, visit https://carsongroup.com/women-in-wealth-report.
Survey Methodology
The 2022 Women in Wealth Management Report findings are based on a survey of 335 financial advice professionals, 78.61% female and 21.39% male. This study is a combination of a quantitative survey with some open-ended feedback questions and a series of qualitative interviews. The survey sample was developed via self-selection through organic social media posts, email marketing, and digital ads targeted specifically to financial advice professionals. Survey responses were collected using Survey Monkey. Data regression analysis was performed by Michael Norton, PhD. The interviewees were volunteers from the survey sample. Interviews were conducted, coded and analyzed by Melinda Hubbard, DBA, MBA.
As an incentive for participation in the study, Carson donated to Rock the Street Wall Street, a financial and investment literacy program designed to bring both gender and racial equity to the financial markets and spark the interest of high school girls in finance careers. For each survey participant, Carson donated $5. For each interview participant, Carson donated $30. Carson then matched the funds for a total donation of $5,000 for a scholarship at Rock the Street Wall Street.
Carson Group
Founded in 1983 by Ron Carson and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Carson Group serves financial advisors and investors through its three businesses – Carson Wealth, Carson Coaching and Carson Partners. Carson Group has created an ecosystem dedicated to helping financial advisors unleash the full potential of their firms by providing marketing, compliance, technology, investment strategies, succession planning, M&A support, and coaching. All three organizations share a common mission to be the most trusted for financial advice.
The information included herein is for informational purposes and is intended for use by advisors only, and should not be copied, reproduced, or redistributed without consent of CWM, LLC. Carson Partners offers investment advisory services through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.
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531.213.2539
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The Colts’ quarterback carousel took another spin on Sunday and it landed back on Sam Ehlinger.
Nick Foles was injured on a hit by Kayvon Thibodeaux just before halftime and the Colts ruled him out of the game with injured ribs during the break. That left Ehlinger to take over the offense after a Darius Slayton fumble ended the first Giants possession of the third quarter.
Ehlinger, who started two games earlier this season, was nearly picked off by Thibodeaux on his first third dow, but the rookie dropped the ball and the Colts were able to try a 48-yard field goal.
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: IONS) today announced that Brett P. Monia, Ph.D., chief executive officer, will present a company overview and participate in a Q&A session at the 41st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference at 9:45 a.m. PT (12:45 p.m. ET) on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.
A live webcast of the presentation and Q&A session will be available on the Investors & Media section of the Ionis website. The replay will be available within 48 hours and will be archived for a limited time.
For more than 30 years, Ionis has been the leader in RNA-targeted therapy, pioneering new markets and changing standards of care with its novel antisense technology. Ionis currently has three marketed medicines and a premier late-stage pipeline highlighted by industry-leading cardiovascular and neurological franchises. Our scientific innovation began and continues with the knowledge that sick people depend on us, which fuels our vision of becoming a leading, fully integrated biotechnology company.
To learn more about Ionis visit www.ionispharma.com and follow us on Twitter @ionispharma.
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Record 856 migrants die at southern border in fiscal year 2022: CBP
25 illegal migrants have already died at southern border since Oct. 1, Customs and Border Protection numbers show
A record number of illegal migrants have died crossing the border, according to Customs and Border Protection data obtained exclusively by Fox News.
The total number of migrant deaths at the U.S. southern border fiscal year 2022 total 856 – the highest and deadliest ever on record.
EL PASO'S MIGRANT DATA DASHBOARD GIVES GLIMPSE INTO ONGOING MIGRANT SURGE
CBP data also shows that there have already been 25 migrant deaths recorded in fiscal year 2023 thus far. Fiscal year 2023 began on Oct. 1.
Those numbers show there were 227,547 migrant encounters in September. That figure is the highest September total in DHS history, and a massive increase over prior Septembers: 192,000 in Sept. 2021; 57,674 in Sept. 2020; and 52,546 in Sept. 2019.
SOUTHERN BORDER MIGRANT ENCOUNTERS SURPASS RECORD 227K IN SEPTEMBER
Last month's figures also saw an increase from August, when there were 203,598 migrant encounters.
The numbers show that fiscal year 2022 ended with a staggering 2,378,944 migrant encounters, the highest ever recorded in a fiscal year, and that does not include the 599,000 known "gotaways" that CBP sources evaded capture in fiscal year 2022.
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"While failing regimes in Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua continued to drive a new wave of migration across the western Hemisphere, the number of Venezuelans arriving at the southern border decreased sharply nearly every day since we launched additional joint actions with Mexico to reduce irregular migration and create a more fair, orderly and safe process for people fleeing the humanitarian and economic crisis in their country," CBP Commissioner Chris Magnus said in a press release.
The CBP numbers also reveal there were 20 known or suspected terrorists arrested at the southern border in September, bringing the fiscal year 2022 total for terror watchlist arrests at the border to 98. | https://www.foxnews.com/politics/record-856-migrants-die-southern-border-fiscal-year-2022-cbp | 2022-10-22 19:05:58 | 1 | https://www.foxnews.com/politics/record-856-migrants-die-southern-border-fiscal-year-2022-cbp |
Church information for March 11-17
The deadline for submitting items for church briefs to be published in our print edition is 2 p.m. Wednesday. To have an item listed, email Claire Kowalick at ckowalick@gannett.com. Please limit announcements to special events, meetings or guests. Limited space does not allow listings for regular weekly events. We are sorry, but church brief items cannot be taken over the phone.
First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls: We invite you to join us at any of our services. The Downtown campus, 1200 Ninth Street, will host their Blended Worship with Choir, Praise Team and Orchestra on Sundays at 8:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship is offered at both 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. The West Campus, 4317 Barnett Road, has Contemporary Services at 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. each Sunday. The Church at Sheppard, 2101 Puckett, will offer Contemporary Services at 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. Life Groups are available for every age each Sunday. Sunday morning services are broadcast live over CFNT, cable channel 10 or over the air on 20.1 or 24.1 each Sunday at 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. Services are also streamed over our website as well as our Facebook page.
First Christian Church, 3701 Taft Boulevard, 940-692-2282, www.firstchristianwf.com: COME CELEBRATE CHRIST WITH FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH! Bring your Family & Friends! AT THE TABLE: SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP: 8:40am (Chapel) and 10:45am, (Sanctuary) or watch service on our website (www.firstchristianwf.com) or YouTubeanytime! Throughout the Gospels, Jesus is either going to a meal or coming from a meal. His teaching didn't just take place in front of large crowds. He also taught while dining with small groups. Join us as we share these table stories, the habits worth learning, and the postures of a GRACE-FILLED Gospel! WEDNESDAYS AT THE TABLE: WEDNESDAY EVENINGS @ 5:30pm. Join in a simple soup supper (along with kid-friendly options for ouryoung friends) at 5:30pm, followed by elective courses designed to deepen your faith! YOUNG AGES PRESCHOOL 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Register your three- and four-year-olds for the 2023-2024 school year. New this year; a TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN for older four-year-olds and youngerfive-year olds!PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS REGARDING WORSHIP & FAMILY ACTIVITIES! www.firstchristianwf.com
First Presbyterian Church, 3601 Taft Blvd.: At 10:30 a.m. worship on Sunday morning, March 12, Rev. Michael Hansen, Senior Pastor of the Church, will preach. His sermon is a continuation of a Lenten sermon series that is based on the Apostle Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians. It is titled “More than a Message” and is based upon 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20.
The Church is holding a “Discipleship Retreat” on Friday, March 31, from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M., and on Saturday, April 1, from 9:00 to 12:00 P.M., in Fellowship Hall. Mike Johnson, President of Ascending Leaders, will lead the retreat. He will present aspects of the stages of discipleship and ways we can all grow in our faith and walk. Everyone in the Church is invited. Join the Church family for a time of worship, learning and fellowship. Please RSVP in the Church office or on the Church website, myfirstpres.org.
Christian Education is available for all ages every Sunday morning at the Church between 9:30 and 10:15.
All those in need of prayer or pastoral care are invited to contact the Church office.
First United Methodist Church of Iowa Park, 201 E. Bank: Come worship with us at 9 a.m. Sundays. Social distancing and safety precautions are observed. Currently we still are not having fellowship or Sunday school events.
First United Methodist Church of Wichita Falls, 909 10th Street: Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at 909 10th Street or live on TV-KJBO and online at www.FUMCWF.org/LIVE.
Gilbert Memorial C.M.E Church, 713 Redwood Avenue, Phone: 940-500-4548: The church will be celebrating their 118th Church Anniversary at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 12 with Elder Detrick Whitehead, Holy Revival Center, Altus, Oklahoma. His Pastor is Rev. Avon Harris.
The Rev. Tammy Black, pastor, the Rev. Vincent Black, minister. Come worship with us. Sunday School starts at 10 a.m. and Morning Worship at 11 a.m. Social distancing and safety precautions are observed. If you are unable to attend in person, services are available by phone: 346-248-7799. Meeting ID: 863-2539-6006# Zoom: 863-2539-6006. Bible Study first and third Wednesday at 7 p.m. via phone and Zoom( use listed numbers).
Mount Pleasant Baptist Church: All members are asked to use the Harding Street entrance and wear a face mask. If you can't make the service, the deacons will be available on the Bailey Street side of the church 30 minutes after service if you would like to contribute to the tithes, offering and receive the Lord's Supper. Sunday afternoon on Facebook, Pastor Castle will have Pulpit Echoes and a prayer. You may also use the Givelify app. If you have any questions, you may email mountpleasantbcwf@gmail.com.
New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1420 Borton Lane: New Jerusalem offers meals for shut-ins, food distribution through the Wichita Falls Area Food Bank Mobile Pantry, clothing and health checks on the fourth Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon. Please contact the Rev. Angus Thompson, church pastor, at 940-766-4022 with questions. For more information about immunizations, contact Mary Ann Merriex at 940-322-5728.
Our Lady Queen of Peace, 4040 York: Fish Fry & Stations of the Cross each Friday during Lent: The Knights of Columbus No. 1473 is hosting a Fish Fry from 5 – 6:30 p.m. in the Great Hall. Plates are $15 for Adults and $10 for Children. Take out is available. Stations of the Cross every Friday during Lent beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. Stations at 3 p.m. on Good Friday- April 7. Parish Lenten Mission: We invite you to join us for our Parish Lenten Mission- Keeping the Faith presented by Father John Broussard, CPM. The mission will be held in the Church each evening at 7 p.m. beginning Sunday, March 26 and will conclude on Tuesday, March 28.
Trinity United Methodist Church: 5800 SW Parkway, (across from Memorial Stadium): All are welcome! Worship with us Sunday morning: Sunday School for all ages begins at 9:00 a.m. Morning Worship in person at 10:00 a.m. or live on FB facebook.com/trinitywf/ Pastor Jacob will speak from John 3:1-17. His sermon is “Not Condemnation.” March Special Events: Saturday, Mar 11: Men’s Prayer Breakfast 7:30 a.m. Join us for a study of the Holy Lands, delicious breakfast, and great fellowship. Sunday, Mar 12: Messy Church 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. at the church. This is a ministry geared to enjoy our families and friends of all ages through crafts, singing, pizza, cookies, games, and fellowship. Friday, Mar 17: Women’s Ministry – 11:30 a.m. All women invited for lunch, fellowship, and service projects. Sunday, Mar 19: Monthly Potluck lunch immediately after Morning Worship. All are welcome! Trinity UMC Food Pantry is available on the 3rd Monday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Next drive-thru distribution is March 20, 2023. Please bring a photo ID and proof of residence. Call 940-692-9995 for more information.
Wichita Falls Metropolitan Community Church, 1401 Travis (at 14th Street): As always, all are welcome. Visit us Sundays: 10:15 a.m. for study, 11 a.m. for adoration services . . . just late enough to get to sleep in! Casual comfort to finer dress embraced; no-negative-judgment zone. We mask up, check temperatures, sanitize in and out, social distance and care for our neighbors' health. Ours is a safe and affirming environment. We are also LGBTQ+ affirming. Children and youth welcome and included in service. Nursery available. Networking and lunch connections following (dutch treat). 1401 Travis Street. 940-322-4100, wfmccav@gmail.com, Join online at https://bit.ly/WFMCCWorship. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/life/2023/03/11/church-information-for-march-11-17/69976325007/ | 2023-03-12 04:39:14 | 1 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/life/2023/03/11/church-information-for-march-11-17/69976325007/ |
PHOENIX, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 20th, 2022, Rise Invest acquired the apartment community known as Lofts on 3rd located at 1401 N 3rd Street in Phoenix, AZ.
Lofts on 3rd was recently renovated in 2019 and consists of 14 1x1 units, 14 2x2, units (twelve of which are loft style), and one penthouse unit. The property is located just north of I-10, near the heart of downtown Phoenix and is just a 5-10 minute walk from Roosevelt Row, which has blossomed into one of the Phoenix MSA's best nightlife districts. Much like the rest of the Phoenix MSA, this area has received significant investment in housing in order to keep pace with demand and support the growing economy.
Lofts on 3rd has seen significant revitalization in recent years. 100% of the units have been renovated with modern finishes and in-unit washers/dryers — in addition to significant improvements addressing amenities, deferred maintenance, and curb appeal. The property stands to benefit even further from enhanced property management and leasing.
The acquisition is a 1031 exchange of an asset that Rise Invest sold recently in combination with additional 1031 funds from another Rise Invest investor.
"This deal has everything you want at a time like this," says Drew Breneman, Rise Invest's Founder & CEO. "The going-in cap rate is phenomenal, and we will be cash-flowing on day 1 without needing to capture any loss-to-lease. We're now up to 5 properties and 190 total units in the Phoenix MSA after having stepped into the market late last year and have come far in scaling our portfolio outside of Chicago and Minneapolis. We're very excited about this asset and continuing to invest in Phoenix."
"It is rare to acquire a stabilized asset in downtown Phoenix at such an attractive basis. With the help of our partners, we are confident that this will provide investors healthy cashflow while also being positioned in one of the most desirable areas in a rapidly growing market," says Evan Dillon, 27, VP of Investments.
"So much of our time is spent surveying the market and identifying the most favorable investment opportunities, and we have a lot of conviction that our acquisition and strategy for Lofts on 3rd will be successful. We're eager to continue building our reputation within the greater Phoenix market, and we think this deal is an excellent opportunity to showcase just that," says Sam Markin, 26, Investment Associate.
Learn more about Lofts On 3rd on our website at: https://www.riseinvest.com/portfolio/lofts-on-3rd
Rise Invest is a private real estate investment management firm specializing in the multifamily property sector. Rise Invest employs a deliberate investment approach, leveraging data analytics and proprietary technology to generate superior risk-adjusted returns for investors.
Media Contact:
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WASHINGTON — The Justice Department’s investigation into whether former President Donald Trump illegally stored classified records at his Florida estate – and potentially violated the Espionage Act – is still “in its early stages,” a top national security prosecutor said Thursday.
The revelation by Jay Bratt, a top national security prosecutor, was the clearest indication yet that the Justice Department is directly scrutinizing Trump’s conduct and is moving forward in its criminal investigation after the FBI seized classified and top secret information during a search at Mar-a-Lago last week.
The details about the investigation were laid out Thursday during a court hearing after several news organizations, including The Associated Press, asked a federal judge to make public the affidavit supporting the warrant that allowed FBI agents to search Trump’s Florida estate.
The government contends that releasing the information would compromise its investigation.
Unsealing the affidavit would provide a “road map” of the investigation — which is in its “early stages” — and would expose the next steps to be taken by federal agents and prosecutors, said Bratt, the chief of the Justice Department’s counterintelligence and export control section.
He argued it was in the public interest for the investigation, including interviews of witnesses, to go forward unhindered.
As the hearing kicked off, a small caravan of vehicles with Trump flags drove past the federal courthouse in West Palm Beach, Florida. An attorney for Trump, Christina Bobb, was in the courthouse on Thursday but said she was only there to observe the court proceeding.
The media companies argue the affidavit's release would help the public determine if the Justice Department had legitimate reasons for the search or if it was part of a Biden administration vendetta against Trump, as the former president and his backers contend. Trump, in a Truth Social post last week, called for the release of the unredacted affidavit in the interest of transparency.
“The matter is one of utmost public interest, involving the actions of current and former government officials,” wrote attorney Carol Jean LoCiero, who is representing the Times and others. “President Trump decried the the search as an ‘assault that could only take place in Third World Countries,’ asserted agents ‘even broke into my safe,’ and otherwise challenged the validity of the search.”
U.S. Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart — the judge who authorized the warrant and presided over Thursday's hearing — said in court that he was “inclined” not to seal the whole affidavit and told the Justice Department to submit a copy of the affidavit with proposed redactions for the information it wants to keep secret.
After the government submits that proposed version by next Thursday, the judge said he would review it and may meet lawyers for the government and give them a chance to make an argument for why specific information should be withheld.
Justice Department attorneys have argued in a court filings that the investigation into Trump's handling of “highly classified material” is ongoing and that the document contains sensitive information about witnesses.
A recent filing by Juan Antonio Gonzalez, the U.S. attorney in Miami, and Bratt, a top Justice Department national security official, says making the affidavit public would “cause significant and irreparable damage to this ongoing criminal investigation.”
“If disclosed, the affidavit would serve as a roadmap to the government’s ongoing investigation, providing specific details about its direction and likely course, in a manner that is highly likely to compromise future investigative steps,” they wrote.
FBI agents searched Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate on Aug. 8, removing 11 sets of classified documents, with some not only marked top secret but also “sensitive compartmented information," according to a receipt of what was taken that was released Friday. That is a special category meant to protect the nation’s most important secrets that if revealed publicly could cause “exceptionally grave” damage to U.S. interests. The court records did not provide specific details about information the documents might contain. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/trump-mar-a-lago-fbi-search-investigation/507-8175a9c9-534a-4512-82ee-eb2f809be73e | 2022-08-18 19:48:47 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/trump-mar-a-lago-fbi-search-investigation/507-8175a9c9-534a-4512-82ee-eb2f809be73e |
Surveillance images released in assault on Worcester Popeyes staff over wrong order
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WORCESTER, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Police continue to search for two people who assaulted workers and vandalized property at a Worcester Popeyes restaurant earlier this year – all because they didn’t get the fast food they wanted.
Employees at the Park Avenue location said the pair broke registers, threatened staff and smashed windows after receiving a chicken sandwich without jalapenos on April 29. They allegedly threw food at workers and destroyed items like a computer, TV and cash register. After leaving, they grabbed a rock and threw it at the drive-thru window, shattering the glass.
The incident forced the restaurant to close for the night.
Police shared photos of the two people caught on surveillance video. They may be driving a rental gold Ford SUV with out-of-state plates.
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BOSTON, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Curavit Clinical Research, a virtual contract research organization (VCRO), has been selected by digital therapeutics company, Swing Therapeutics, to be a virtual site for its pivotal trial of an investigational digital therapeutic (DTx) for fibromyalgia. Curavit will remotely recruit, screen, consent, and enroll participants in Swing's PROSPER-FM randomized clinical trial from across the United States. Curavit will then manage participants throughout the 12-week clinical trial. By eliminating physical and geographic barriers to trial participation and execution, Curavit can scale quickly and improve patient enrollment by at least 10x over a traditional trial, speeding trial execution.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic and debilitating pain condition that affects more than 10 million Americans. It is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain often accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory, and mood disruptions. Swing developed its digital therapeutic with the goal of providing an accessible behavioral therapy option that can be used alongside medication, physical therapy, and other standard-of-care treatments.
"We are focused on getting patient recruitment right," said Mike Rosenbluth, PhD, Chief Executive Officer at Swing, which recently announced a $10M Series A funding round. "Curavit's virtual services model enables us to efficiently recruit participants representative of the entire patient population. It solves a huge challenge and will be critical to rapidly develop the evidence needed to bring an effective digital therapy to millions suffering from chronic illness."
Swing marks Curavit's 10th DTx client signed in less than six months, a trend in line with a booming global DTx market projected to hit $13.1 billion by 2026, up from $3.4 billion in 2021. Curavit's decentralized clinical trial (DCT) expertise makes the company well-suited to support prescription and non-prescription DTx studies. Fundamentally, there are no physical logistics with a DTx – no shipping, storing, chain of control, cold storage, or biohazards, plus endpoints can often be captured within the DTx application itself, naturally aligning DCTs with DTx studies.
"Swing is committed to developing scientifically backed digital treatments and evidence to clinically validate their use in the real world, making representative patient participation critical," said Joel Morse, co-founder and CEO of Curavit. "Our operational model prioritizes patient recruitment and removes geographic boundaries to expand the pool without the expense of physical infrastructure. With zero physical site visits, too, patients are less burdened and more likely to stick with the trial the duration."
Curavit Clinical Research is a full-service, virtual contract research organization (VCRO), focused on designing and executing digital-first decentralized clinical trials (DCTs). Founded in 2020 by experts with decades of experience in technology and clinical research, Curavit leverages emerging technologies in digital health, cloud computing, and data science to recruit, engage, and monitor diverse patient populations without borders, and bringing trials to patients in the cloud. Curavit's digital-first DCTs improve timelines, reduce costs, yield real-world data, and increase patient access for therapies more effective across representative populations. Visit www.curavitclinicalresearch.com.
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Clocking in more hours at a stressful job raises risk of depression, study finds
Working long hours at a job can occasionally come with the territory, but a new study suggests putting in a 40-plus hour work week in a stressful job can increase your risk of depression.
Researchers from Michigan Medicine, an academic medical institution at the University of Michigan, conducted a study involving more than 17,000 participants who were first-year medical residents between 2009-2020.
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Findings for the report, published by the New England Journal of Medicine on Oct. 20, suggest that medical residents who worked 90 hours or more weekly had three times the risk of depression compared to those who worked 40 to 45 hours per week.
In the questionnaire, the team used scores between 0-27 to determine the depression symptoms residents were experiencing on the job. A score for minimal depression is between 0-4, mild depression has a score between 5-9, moderate depression has a score between 10-14, and severe depression has a score between 20-27.
The study revealed that medical residents who worked fewer than 40 hours per week had an average score between 2 and 3, suggesting minor depression symptoms. But during their first year of residency, residents working 40 to 45 hours a week had their scores eclipse 2 points.
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Medical residents logging 90-plus hours a week scored over 5 points, with a little over 33% of them meeting the criteria for depression.
The team concluded in their report that limiting the number of hours worked per week may reduce rates of depression among workers, the New England Journal of Medicine shared.
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Cam Champ stuck a wedge shot on No. 18 last year during the final round of the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine to essentially lock up the title. He made the putt, hoisted the trophy over his head a few minutes later, and declared himself to be the happiest he’s ever been.
It looked like a launching pad for Champ, a fan favorite, who many consider to be the longest hitter on the PGA Tour. The limit did not appear to exist when it came to his ceiling as a player.
Which is what has made the past year such a disappointment for him. After suffering a broken left wrist about a month and a half after winning the 3M Open, Champ missed most of the fall events while he worked his way through the recovery process.
Though he has had some highlights since making his return to the PGA Tour, namely a top-10 finish at the Masters in April, Champ has missed the cut in nine of the 15 events he has competed in this year. He actually hasn’t completed a 72-hole tournament since May 15, when he finished tied for 38th at the AT&T Byron Nelson.
“This year’s been an eventful year, to say the least,” Champ said. “I’ve had a lot of stuff going on in my personal life mixed in with me breaking my wrist in the fall. That was a whole unknown for quite a while if it was going to be serious. Luckily, it wasn’t too serious. It was very close to possibly hurting my career for a long time.”
As difficult as this year has been so far, Champ feels like a couple of good weeks could turn things around. There might not be a better place for him to start that turnaround than at TPC Twin Cities.
“It’s nice to be back at a place where I have very good memories,” he said. “This is a place where it doesn’t matter if I play good or bad, I’m just very comfortable.”
That level of comfort has put Champ in “a good head space” entering the 3M Open this week. He tees off at 12:44 p.m. Thursday alongside Michael Thompson and Chez Reavie.
“This is probably the most excited I’ve been in a very, very long time,” said Champ, who added that he recently figured out “some equipment problems” that have been plaguing him. “I’m putting it good. These greens (at TPC Twin Cities) are kind of what I’m used to. It’s kind of what I grew up on.”
As for being the reigning champion at 3M Open, that’s not something Champ is thinking about. He knows that putting pressure on himself to repeat isn’t going to do him any good.
“I don’t really have any expectations,” he said. “It’s nice, obviously, coming back and trying to defend. That obviously means I’m doing something good. In the end, though, if I’m thinking about that all day, I’m probably not going to play too well.”
In a perfect world for Champ, he will play to the best of his abilities this week at TPC Twin Cities, proving to himself, and everyone else, that he can still be great.
Perhaps the 3M Open can still be a launching pad for him in that sense. Even if it’s a year later than originally expected.
“The past 10 months was pretty rough for me,” he said. “I had to get over a lot of things and get through some things. Now we’re on the up and up, and we’re just going to get after it.” | https://www.twincities.com/2022/07/20/3m-open-cam-champ-focused-on-his-game-not-defending-his-title/ | 2022-07-20 20:22:48 | 0 | https://www.twincities.com/2022/07/20/3m-open-cam-champ-focused-on-his-game-not-defending-his-title/ |
WFO PENDLETON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Sunday, May 29, 2022
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AREAL FLOOD WATCH
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
236 PM PDT Sat May 28 2022
.A storm system will move across the area tonight and Sunday
bringing heavy rainfall. This will cause rises on creeks and streams
with flooding possible.
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast Oregon and southeast Washington,
including the following areas, in northeast Oregon, Foothills of
the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. In southeast Washington,
Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington.
* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Periods of moderate to heavy rain will develop this evening
and continue into Sunday. This will cause rises on area
streams and creeks.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
including the following areas, in northeast Oregon, Northern Blue
Mountains of Oregon and Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon. In
southeast Washington, Northwest Blue Mountains.
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“Veterans win in college basketball.”
Two-and-a-half years ago, those were Nate Oats’ words as the Alabama coach assessed his team’s chances ahead of the 2020-21 season. And he was right: seniors Herb Jones and John Petty were two key pieces of a group that won the SEC regular-season title and SEC tournament before eventually falling in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament.
But when you have freshmen that act and play like veterans, can you still win in college basketball? So far for Alabama this season, the answer has been yes.
Oats’ fourth team is assembled differently than his breakthrough second team but, led by three freshmen in the starting lineup, is marching through its schedule in a way no Alabama team has done in two decades.
Its next test comes Wednesday evening in Fayetteville, when Arkansas hosts Alabama in the Tide’ third true road game against an Associated Press top-25 opponent this season. The Tide rose to No. 4 in Monday’s AP poll, while Arkansas ranked No. 15.
The 6 p.m. CT tip in Bud Walton Arena is a chance for Alabama to improve upon its 3-0 road record, one of the several areas where the current team has gotten better since last season, when seven of its 12 regular-season losses came on the road.
“One, we’re a better team overall -- that helps,” Oats said Monday. “Two, we’ve got a mature group that understands what type of character it takes to win some tough games.”
After a November win at South Alabama, the Tide’s pair of top-25 road wins came in December against No. 1-ranked Houston and No. 21-ranked Mississippi State, which marked only the second and third times Alabama has beaten a ranked opponent on the road since Oats became coach in 2019. Oats’ teams were previously 1-8, with the lone road win over a ranked team coming in January 2021 over Tennessee -- sparking that season’s memorable run.
“I think winning that game at Houston kind of proved that we could play with anybody on the road,” Oats said. “In order to win those road games like that, you’ve got to be tough. I think we were a little bit tougher. We’re a much better defensive team. You go on the road sometimes and you get some offensive droughts, and your defense has to carry you, and I think our defense is able to carry us a lot more this year.”
Alabama played a long stretch of its win at Houston, which is again ranked No. 1 this week, with four freshmen on the floor. Three have been in the starting lineup lately with sophomore Charles Bediako manning a fourth starting spot of one of the nation’s best teams.
Freshmen forwards Brandon Miller and Noah Clowney have started every game they’ve played this season, and guard Jaden Bradley has started the past six after Nimari Burnett’s wrist injury. The trio is among the team’s top four scorers, with Miller (19.1 points per game) leading the SEC in scoring this season.
Miller is the ESPN’s projected No. 7 pick in this summer’s NBA draft, and Clowney is No. 35. Miller has been named the SEC’s freshman of the week four times in nine weeks this season, while Clowney has earned it twice.
As one of the top recruits in his class, Miller was expected to play a significant role for Alabama this season. But the emergence of Bradley and Clowney has shifted two Tide veterans, senior guard Jahvon Quinerly and sixth-year forward Noah Gurley, to background roles on a team that is increasingly led by its younger talent.
“Coach Oats told us -- he said this quote last year -- he said, ‘When the team wins, the tide rises,’” Gurley said Monday. “But that’s all we care about this year. Me and [Quinerly] have had multiple discussions that we just wanna win, be historic here. Jelly said he wants another ring. I wanna get me one, and our young bulls want the same thing.”
Alabama’s blowout home wins over unranked Ole Miss and unranked Kentucky last week improved the Tide’s record to 13-2, the program’s best start since 2006-07. But the last time Alabama combined a strong overall record with a fast start to SEC play was 2001-02, when it later captured the SEC’s regular-season crown.
“If you’re gonna try to win a conference championship, these are big games you’ve got to come ready to play in,” Oats said of Wednesday’s trip to Arkansas.
Alabama most recently played in Bud Walton Arena on Feb. 24, 2021, when it had a chance to clinch an SEC title but instead lost 81-66 while committing 32 fouls. The discrepancy of 43 free throws attempted by the Razorbacks to the Tide’s eight was the largest between two SEC teams since at least 2010, according to College Basketball Reference.
“We’re gonna have to play through some stuff,” Oats said. “We need to be really up for a tough road game. This is as good of a road environment just about as you’re going to see in the SEC.”
Arkansas was picked to finish No. 2 in the SEC this season but lost forward Trevon Brazile to a season-ending knee injury and will remain without the nation’s top-ranked freshman recruit, guard Nick Smith, because of a knee injury. The Hogs enter 12-3 but 1-2 in the SEC after losing Saturday at Auburn.
“But they’ve still got plenty of talent in there to compete with everybody,” Oats said.
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Updated January 13, 2023 at 1:35 PM ET
KYIV — After months of fighting, Russia's Defense Ministry says its forces captured the eastern Ukrainian town of Soledar — a claim that Ukrainian military officials denied and that prompted bitter infighting with a pro-Kremlin mercenary group involved in the offensive.
If taken, the salt-mining town would be a rare recent military victory for Russia in the war in Ukraine, now in its 11 month.
In a press briefing, Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov said Russian forces had "liberated" Soledar overnight — and insisted the victory carried "important significance" for Russia's push to capture the wider Donetsk region.
A spokesperson for the Ukrainian military, Serhiy Cherevaty scoffed at that assessment —saying that Russia's statements "do not correspond to reality. Battles are going on in Soledar."
Indeed, amid days of intense fighting, there have been conflicting statements on who controlled Soledar — even amongst the Russian side.
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Russian mercenary force the Wagner Group, claimed his fighters had singlehandedly seized the town as early as Tuesday.
Yet, in its initial statement claiming victory, Russia's defense ministry notably made no mention of Wagner contributions — the latest sign of political infighting between Prigozhin and the ministry's top brass that has escalated in recent months.
"The capture of Soledar was possible thanks to the constant fire power against our opponent by the ground and air forces, as well as rocket and artillery groups of the Russian armed forces," said the ministry spokesman Konashenkov.
"They constantly launched targeted strikes on Ukrainian positions in the city, preventing Ukraine from sending in reserves and munitions, as well as attempts to withdraw to other areas of defense," added Konashenkov.
The statement prompted an angry outburst by Prigozhin — and leading nationalist bloggers — who accused the Defense Ministry of trying to usurp Wagner's victory.
The ministry later issued a separate statement to its social media account crediting the "courageous and selfless action" in seizing portions of Soledar.
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Russia's capture of Soledar "is and isn't significant," explains Karolina Hird, a Russia analyst at the Institute for the Study of War. "Russian forces, throughout the course of this war, have struggled to make operationally significant gains to such a degree that when they do start making these tactical, small-scale block-by-block advances, those stand out."
Control of Soledar could allow Russia to cut off Ukrainian supply lines to nearby Bakhmut, another fiercely contested city seen as central to Russia's struggling efforts to control eastern Ukraine. While reaching Bahkmut may be Russia's goal, military experts say the fall of Soledar doesn't guarantee Bakhmut will be encircled and doesn't signify a huge turning point for the Russian military.
And the question remains whether minor tactical advances are worth the cost.
"The Ukrainians have very, very successfully pinned Russian forces up against Soledar and Bakhmut for six months," says Hird, "and used this to basically just continue pulling Russian troops, Russian equipment, to this area and basically burning through it."
While not an important military target, Bahkmut is connected to several highway systems, a critical ground line of communication and transportation for the Ukrainian forces.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently visited Bahkmut, just before his trip to Washington and speech to the U.S. Congress, where he presented representatives with a battle-torn Ukrainian flag signed by forces there.
"Hold Bakmut" has become a rallying cry across Ukraine. In his nightly address Monday, Zelenskyy said that the fighting in the area has bought Ukraine additional time and military power.
"Bakhmut is more about politics rather than war," says Oleh Zhdanov, a Ukrainian military expert. "From the military perspective, Bakhmut doesn't have operational or strategic significance. But the Russian Federation can turn this into an enormous wave of propaganda."
NPR's Lauren Migaki contributed to this report from Kyiv.
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(NEXSTAR) — As summer heat continues, it’s the perfect time to pop a top on a beer (if you’re 21 and up) and cool off. But what’s your favorite brand of brew?
A recent poll by research and analytics group YouGov ranked the 75 most popular beers in the U.S., as indicated by participants, who based ratings on favorability and knowledge of the brands.
Here are the top 10.
10. Dos Equis
The green-bottled Mexican lager with the double-X name comes in at number 10. It’s known for its now-retired spokesperson, the so-called “Most Interesting Man in the World.”
9. Bud Light
Budweiser’s light beer was first introduced in 1982 and is known by its cobalt blue labeling. Data by the Beer Marketer’s Insights in 2019 reviewed shipping numbers, which determined (based on how much is shipped to retailers), Bud Light is America’s most popular beer brand.
8. Stella Artois
The Belgium-originated pilsner was originally created as a Christmas season beer and it’s even named after the Star of Bethlehem, or the Christmas Star. Statistica data updated last year showed Stella Artois as the UK’s top beer based on consumer favorability.
7. Blue Moon
This Belgian-style beer was originally called “Bellyslide Wit” when it was launched in 1995 at the Sandlot Brewery in Denver, Colorado.
6. Miller
Also known as Miller High Life, Miller, a pilsner-style beer, is the company’s oldest brand. It bills itself as “the Champagne of Beers.” The company has even taken the slogan so far as producing the beer in champagne bottles as part of a holiday edition.
5. Budweiser
This pale lager was first sold in 1876 in St. Louis, Missouri. Since its introduction, the Anheuser-Busch-owned Budweiser has faced several trademark disputes with the European company Budweiser Budvar. That company owns the rights to the Budweiser name overseas. Budweiser is also known for many of its iconic Super Bowl ads.
4. Samuel Adams
Often called “Sam Adams,” this lager is named after one of America’s founding fathers. It was introduced in 1984. Last year, Samuel Adams launched a limited edition beer so strong it was illegal to sell in 15 states.
3. Corona
The company behind this Mexican pale lager said Corona’s unfortunate name similarity to the coronavirus didn’t negatively impact its sales.
2. Heineken
This pale lager originated in the Netherlands in 1873 and has appeared as product placement in seven “James Bond” franchise movies and many advertisements, including “Daniel Craig vs. James Bond” for the latest installment, “No Time to Die.”
- Guinness
The Irish dry stout originated in Dublin in 1759. The dark and thick brew is hugely popular in the United Kingdom and Ireland, naturally. The brew’s popularity is eclipsed in only one other country: Nigeria, where Smithsonian Magazine reports there are more Guinness drinkers than in all of Ireland.
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CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Denny Hamlin called for NASCAR to suspend Hendrick Motorsports driver Chase Elliott after a wreck involving both drivers on Monday at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
After claiming on his radio channel that Hamlin bumped him twice during a four-lap span, Elliott appeared to hook the right rear bumper of Hamlin’s No. 11 Toyota on lap 186. That sent Hamlin into the wall, mangling the defending race champion’s car and taking him out of the race.
Elliott’s car also sustained significant damage and he exited the race, too.
Hamlin was left fuming.
“It’s a tantrum and he shouldn’t be racing next week,” Hamlin said of Elliott. “Right rear hooks are absolutely unacceptable. I don’t care.”
Elliott, the most popular driver on the NASCAR circuit, denied he deliberately wrecked Hamlin in retaliation.
“Once you hit the wall in these things, you can’t drive them anymore,” Elliott said. “So unfortunately not, no, just an unfortunate circumstance.”
Hamlin immediately pointed to last year’s race at Las Vegas when Bubba Wallace, who drives for Hamlin’s 23XI Racing team, was suspended for one race by NASCAR after it was determined he intentionally wrecked Elliott’s teammate Kyle Larson. Wallace also threw punches at Larson after the race.
“It’s the same thing Bubba Wallace did with Kyle Larson,” Hamlin said. “Exact same. He shouldn’t be racing. It’s a tantrum.”
Hamlin didn’t let up there, posting a simulation of the accident on his Twitter account after the wreck.
Elliott missed several races this season following a snowboarding accident and is 28th in the Cup Series point standings, so he can ill afford to lose valuable points as he did on Monday.
The top 16 drivers make the playoffs, and a victory earns an automatic berth.
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The Biden administration has blocked a controversial proposed gold and copper mine in Alaska in order to protect the world’s largest sockeye salmon fishery.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) blocked construction for the Pebble Mine, citing its potential impact on Bristol Bay — a southwestern Alaska watershed that’s home to numerous animal species including the salmon.
The decision, announced on Tuesday, is not a surprise, as the administration had proposed to block the mine last year. But, Tuesday’s action officially prevents its construction.
EPA Administrator Michael Regan told reporters that the agency had determined that discharges that would come from the proposed mining would have “unacceptable adverse effects” on salmon fishery areas.
“As a source of food and jobs and a means of preserving sacred indigenous customs and practices, Bristol Bay supports the livelihoods of so many,” he added. “This final action demonstrates the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to safeguarding our nation’s indispensable natural resources.”
Specifically, the EPA’s action prohibits the certain waters from being used as disposal sites for mine waste and prohibits future proposals to mine the Pebble deposit that would have similar environmental impacts.
The company behind the mine, the Pebble Limited Partnership, threatened a lawsuit over the EPA’s action.
“Unfortunately, the Biden EPA continues to ignore fair and due process in favor of politics. This preemptive action against Pebble is not supported legally, technically, or environmentally. As such, the next step will likely be to take legal action to fight this injustice,” said CEO John Shively in a written statement .
He added that the mine would bring “jobs, economic activity, revenue, and infrastructure” and argue that the minerals could be used to further the green energy transition.
The issue has pitted mining interests against fishing and environmental interests and sentiment surrounding it has not fallen neatly along ideological lines.
The Obama administration EPA also blocked the mine, but the Trump EPA reversed this move, and appeared to be on track to approve the mine.
The Trump administration later reversed course after prominent conservatives including Donald Trump Jr. came out against it. Fox host Tucker Carlson also aired a segment critical of the project.
It was ultimately blocked by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under the Trump administration which denied a permit for the project, citing Clean Water Act concerns, in 2020. Pebble had appealed that decision.
The project was the source of additional controversy after activists published secretly recorded tapes of executives of companies behind the mining project in which they suggested that the mine could be open for a longer time than what they had proposed and bragged about closeness with government officials.
The Biden administration’s move was celebrated by some environmental and tribal organizations.
“Our ancestral responsibility to safeguard our watershed and fishery has united all of us in our work to defend the world’s last great wild salmon fishery. Today’s announcement is historic progress towards that goal,” Alannah Hurley, the executive director of United Tribes of Bristol Bay, which opposes the mine, told reporters. | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/u-s-world/biden-administration-blocks-controversial-mine-to-protect-major-salmon-fishery/ | 2023-01-31 16:47:41 | 0 | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/u-s-world/biden-administration-blocks-controversial-mine-to-protect-major-salmon-fishery/ |
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Liz Truss and her Treasury chief met with the independent Office of Budget Responsibility on Friday amid efforts to ease concerns about unfunded government tax cuts that have unleashed turmoil on financial markets.
The meeting was significant because it was the government’s failure to publish the OBR’s analysis of its tax-cutting plans that spooked investors, sending the pound to a record low against the dollar earlier this week and forcing the Bank of England to intervene in the bond market to protect pension funds.
The OBR promised an analysis by Oct. 7, far sooner than the date previously suggested — Nov. 23 — when the government releases more details on its economic plans. The oversight body promised that its forecast “will, as always, be based on our independent judgment about economic and fiscal prospects, and the impact of the government’s policies.”
The chairman of the House of Commons’ Treasury committee said the meeting was an opportunity for the government to change course. Truss and Treasury chief Kwasi Kwarteng were likely to have “difficult” conversations with the OBR because investors want to see independent analysis showing that their plans won’t push government borrowing to unsustainable levels, said Mel Stride, a member of Truss’ Conservative Party.
“The judgment so far of the markets, and indeed myself and many others, is that what was announced last Friday, unfortunately, doesn’t stack up fiscally and some changes are almost certainly going to need to be made,” Stride told the BBC.
Truss defended her plan Thursday and shrugged off the market chaos, saying she was willing to make “controversial and difficult decisions” to get the U.K. economy growing. She said the problems facing the economy — namely high inflation driven by soaring energy prices — were global and spurred by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
She got a piece of good news Friday, with revised figures showing the U.K. economy grew slightly in the three months through June, indicating the country isn’t technically in a recession, with two consecutive quarters of shrinking GDP being one definition.
Her government’s economic stimulus program calls for 45 billion pounds ($48 billion) of tax cuts and no spending reductions, meaning a surge of borrowing would be used to pay for the cuts that many see as benefiting the wealthy. She also has capped energy bills for households and businesses that are driving a cost-of-living crisis, though prices are still going up Saturday as natural gas prices soar.
Treasury minister Andrew Griffith had played down the significance of the meeting between the government and OBR, but nonetheless described it as a “very good idea.”
“Just like the independent Bank of England, they have got a really important role to play,’’ Griffith said of the OBR during an interview with Sky News. “We all want the forecasts to be as quick as they can, but also as a former finance director, I also know you want them to have the right level of detail.”
The decision to meet with the OBR also was welcomed by Conservative lawmakers and senior party figures, including former Chancellor George Osborne, who oversaw the creation of the independent spending watchdog in 2010.
“Turns out the credibility of the institution we created 12 years ago to bring honesty to the public finances is more enduring than that of its critics,” Osborne said on Twitter. | https://www.krqe.com/news/business/ap-uk-fiscal-watchdog-to-release-analysis-of-tax-cutting-plan/ | 2022-09-30 11:46:43 | 0 | https://www.krqe.com/news/business/ap-uk-fiscal-watchdog-to-release-analysis-of-tax-cutting-plan/ |
LONDON (AP) — Ukraine’s justice officials and the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court appealed Monday to countries around the world to boost funding and support for the global court’s investigations into alleged war crimes in Ukraine to ensure Russia is held accountable.
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Justice ministers from over 40 countries travelled to London for the war crimes conference, jointly hosted by Britain and the Netherlands, aimed at rallying extra support for the International Criminal Court’s probes into atrocities allegedly committed by Russian forces in Ukraine.
The conference came days after the global court issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of personal responsibility in the abduction of children from Ukraine. Friday’s move was the first time the court has issued a warrant against a leader of one of the five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council.
“We share the belief that President Putin and the wider leadership must be held to account,” Britain’s Justice Secretary Dominic Raab said as he opened the meeting. “Let’s make sure that we back up our words with deeds, that we back up our moral support with practical means to effectively investigate these awful crimes.”
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Britain pledged an additional 395,000 pounds ($484,000) in support for the ICC, bringing its funding for the court to 1 million pounds. The U.K. government said other countries were also expected to pledge funding for the court’s investigations.
Karim Khan, the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, said the warrant for Putin was not a moment of triumph but a “somber occasion” reminding the world of the need for joint action to deliver justice for Ukraine.
“If we don’t at this moment of world affairs cling to the law, if we don’t look at ourselves and ask how we can do better … we will not only miss an opportunity but we may not have further opportunities,” Khan said.
Andriy Kostin, prosecutor-general of Ukraine, said the abduction and transport of thousands of Ukrainian children to Russia was part of a “clear plan” by Russia to “destroy Ukraine and Ukrainian identity.”
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His office has already launched investigations into over 72,000 incidents of war crimes in his country, he added.
Kostin also urged world leaders to back the establishment of a special international tribunal in order to investigate and prosecute Russia's leaders for the broader crime of aggression. The European Union, among others, have supported the idea, although some are concerned that such a tribunal could undermine the ICC's mandate.
The arrest warrant against Putin may damage his international standing, but its practical implications are likely limited, not least because Moscow does not recognize the court’s jurisdiction or extradite its nationals. Russian officials dismissed the ICC's move as “legally null and void.” | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/politics/article/countries-urged-to-rally-behind-court-probes-in-17849465.php | 2023-03-20 15:32:54 | 1 | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/politics/article/countries-urged-to-rally-behind-court-probes-in-17849465.php |
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Pascal Siakam had 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Toronto Raptors beat the Pacific Division-leading Sacramento Kings 113-95 on Wednesday night.
“I like him shooting all those perimeter shots,” Raptors coach Nick Nurse said of Siakam. “He just got back in command of the game.”
Fred VanVleet scored 17 points and O.G. Anunoby added 11 for the Raptors, who had lost four of their last six games entering the contest. Precious Achiuwa added 19 points and Chris Boucher came off the bench to score 16.
“We looked good and felt good,” VanFleet said. “We were locked in. We have had our struggles this year.”
Kevin Huerter scored 21 points to lead the Kings (27-20), who entered the game with seven wins in their last eight games. Keegan Murray hit four 3-pointers and added 16 points, while De’Aaron Fox finished with 16 points and eight assists.
The Kings Domantas Sabonis finished with nine points and eight rebounds and saw his 22-game double-double streak come to an end.
“I have to play better,” said Sacramento's Malik Monk, who shot 2 for 7 overall. “That’s it ... shot’s just not going in. They’re going to start falling.”
The Raptors led by a point after the first quarter and seized control by outscoring Sacramento 34-27 and 26-17 in the second and third periods, respectively. The Kings closed within 12 points in the fourth quarter before Toronto pulled away.
Toronto shot 48 for 97 (49.5%) in the game, while Sacramento went 35 for 73 (48%).
“They kicked our behind on the glass,” Kings coach Mike Brown said. “It’s hard to beat a team when a team gets 25 more shots than you do.”
TIP-INS
Raptors: Anunoby returned to the starting lineup after being sidelined with an ankle injury.
Kings: Chimezie Metu returned to the lineup after missing Monday’s game with a bone bruise in his left leg. ... The Kings failed to score 100 points or more for the second time this season.
UP NEXT
Kings: Open a seven-game trip at Minnesota on Saturday.
Raptors: At Golden State Warriors on Friday.
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TORONTO (AP) — The Canadian government is expelling a Chinese diplomat whom Canada’s spy agency alleged was involved in a plot to intimidate an opposition lawmaker and his relatives in Hong Kong.
A senior government official said Toronto-based diplomat Zhao Wei has five days to leave the country. The official spoke on condition of anonymity as they were not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. It’s wasn’t immediately clear if he’s left yet.
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said in a statement that Canada declared Toronto-based diplomat Zhao Wei “persona non grata.”
“We will not tolerate any form of foreign interference in our internal affairs,” she wrote.
“Diplomats in Canada have been warned that if they engage in this type of behavior, they will be sent home.”
Canada’s spy service indicated that in 2021 opposition Conservative lawmaker Michael Chong and his Hong Kong relatives were targeted after Chong criticized Beijing’s human rights record. Canada’s spy agency has not released details publicly.
Chong has been critical of Beijing’s treatment of Uyghur Muslims in China’s Xinjiang province.
It became public after a Globe and Mail report last week. Chong said he learned about it from that report, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau denied knowing about it earlier.
“This should have happened years ago,” Chong said Monday.
“I hope that this makes it clear not just to the People’s Republic of China, but other authoritarian states who have representation here in Canada, that this crossing the line of diplomacy into foreign interference threat activities is utterly unacceptable here on Canadian soil.”
On Monday, China’s embassy in Ottawa issued a statement that accused Canada of breaching international law and acting based on anti-Chinese sentiment. It said the move has “sabotaged” relations between China and Canada and promised unspecified retaliatory measures.
China has previously insisted it does not interfere in other countries’ internal affairs, but says it will respond to what it calls provocations.
The Canadian government took its time to decide whether to proceed, with both Joly and Trudeau warning about backlash from Beijing.
Last week, Joly said that Beijing could threaten the safety of Canadians and the prosperity of the country in retaliation for any expulsion, but Joly now says that is worth that risk.
“This decision has been taken after careful consideration of all factors at play,” she wrote.
The revelation about Chong is the latest in a string of foreign interference attempts allegedly made by the Chinese government in Canada in recent years, including efforts to meddle in the 2019 and 2021 federal elections.
Trudeau has appointed former governor general David Johnston to further study the issue, including whether a public inquiry is needed. | https://pix11.com/ap-international/canada-expels-china-diplomat-for-alleged-threats-to-lawmaker/ | 2023-05-09 14:48:26 | 1 | https://pix11.com/ap-international/canada-expels-china-diplomat-for-alleged-threats-to-lawmaker/ |
WFO EUREKA Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, July 29, 2022
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EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
252 PM PDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 115
expected.
* WHERE...Trinity County.
* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM Friday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the
potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM PDT
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 109
* WHERE...Northeastern Mendocino Interior County.
* WHEN...From noon to 9 PM Friday.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Presidents Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron are celebrating the longstanding U.S.-French relationship — but these are friends with differences. The French president is using his visit to Washington to sharply criticize aspects of the U.S. president’s signature climate law as a bad deal for Europe.
Biden is set to honor Macron with the first state dinner of his presidency on Thursday evening. First, the two leaders will sit down in the Oval Office for morning talks that officials from both sides said were expected to largely center on the leaders’ efforts to stay united in their response to Russia’s war in Ukraine and to coordinate their approach to an increasingly assertive China.
But ahead of Thursday’s meeting, Macron made clear that he and other European leaders remain deeply concerned about the incentives in a sweeping new climate-related law that favor American-made climate technology, including electric vehicles.
Macron on Wednesday criticized the legislation, known as the Inflation Reduction Act, during a luncheon with U.S. lawmakers and again during a speech at the French embassy. The French president said that while the Biden administration’s efforts to curb climate change should be applauded, the subsidies would be an enormous setback for European companies.
“The choices that have been made … are choices that will fragment the West,” Macron said at the French embassy. He added that the legislation “creates such differences between the United States of America and Europe that all those who work in many companies (in the U.S.), they will just think, ‘We don’t make investments any more on the other side of the Atlantic.’”
Separately, at the luncheon with members of Congress from both parties, along with business leaders and diplomats, Macron said that major industrial nations need to do more to address climate change and promote biodiversity.
He criticized a deal reached at a recent climate summit in Egypt in which the United States and other wealthy nations agreed to help pay for the damage that an overheating world is inflicting on poor countries. The deal includes few details on how it will be paid for, and Macron said a more comprehensive approach is needed — “not just a new fund we decided which will not be funded and even if it is funded, it will not be rightly allocated.″
Speaking after his prepared remarks and without cameras present, Macron took aim at the Inflation Reduction Act, calling the subsidies harmful to French companies and others in Europe, according to a person in the closed-door meeting. The person requested anonymity to discuss the private comments from Macron.
The European Union has expressed concern that tax credits in the climate law, including those aimed at encouraging Americans to buy electric vehicles, would discriminate against European producers and break World Trade Organization rules.
Germany’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck reiterated Wednesday that he believes parts of the law aren’t compatible with the WTO.
“I believe that this view is largely shared by those countries that are committed to a multilateral trading order,” he told reporters in Berlin. “The Americans know that we see it that way and the European Commission will have told them this too.”
Macron had planned to make his case to U.S. officials against the subsidies, underscoring that it’s crucial for “Europe, like the U.S., to come out stronger … not weaker” as the world emerges from the tumult of the pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, according to a senior French government official who briefed reporters on the condition of anonymity to preview the private talks.
Biden administration officials have countered that the legislation goes a long way in helping the U.S. to meet global goals to curb climate change. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Wednesday made the case that the legislation will also provide new opportunities for French companies and others in Europe.
“There’s a number of provisions that will contribute to the growth of clean energy sector globally,” Jean-Pierre told reporters. “It presents significant opportunities for European firms, as well as benefits to EU energy security. And this is not a zero-sum game for us.”
Macron’s latest blunt comments come after he raised eyebrows earlier this month in a speech at a summit in Bangkok. He referred to the U.S. and China as “two big elephants” that are the cusp of creating “a big problem for the rest of jungle.” His visit also comes as both Washington and Paris are keeping an eye on China after protests broke out last weekend in several mainland cities and Hong Kong over Beijing’s “zero COVID” strategy.
“The issue of China will be very high on the agenda for the next couple of days,” White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters on Wednesday.
Macron on Wednesday met with Vice President Kamala Harris at NASA headquarters in Washington as both sides looked to highlight U.S.-French cooperation on space. In June, France signed the Artemis Accords, a NASA-led set of principles used to govern international civil use of space. The same month, the U.S. made good on a promise to join the France-led Space for Climate Observatory, which is meant to model and track climate change.
Macron also made a stop at Arlington Cemetery. He and his wife, Brigitte, later had a private dinner with Biden and first lady Jill Biden at a restaurant in Washington’s Georgetown neighborhood.
In addition to his Oval Office talk with Biden on Thursday, Macron will be hosted by Harris for a lunch at the State Department before the evening state dinner for some 350 guests, a glitzy gala to take place in an enormous tented pavilion constructed on the White House South Lawn.
Grammy winner Jon Batiste is scheduled to provide the evening’s entertainment.
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Corbet reported from Paris. Frank Jordans in Berlin and Chris Megerian in Washington contributed to this report. | https://www.kark.com/news/ap-top-headlines/ap-biden-hosts-macron-amid-friction-over-us-climate-law/ | 2022-12-01 13:10:33 | 0 | https://www.kark.com/news/ap-top-headlines/ap-biden-hosts-macron-amid-friction-over-us-climate-law/ |
Which hats for dogs are best?
Just like humans, dogs have eyes that are sensitive to sunlight and because of this, many owners have begun giving their pets hats to help preserve their vision in the brightest climates. As a bonus, it is adorable. There are numerous kinds of hats for dogs in various styles, perfect for going on a morning hike or celebrating your pup’s next birthday.
What to know before you buy hats for dogs
Function
Initially, many companies began making hats for dogs to help them see better in harsher climates where the sun is exceptionally bright. This is perfect for dogs who go on morning hikes through desert or chaparral areas. Hats make it easier for dogs to see and also help keep them cool. However, it’s important to note that some hats are more cosmetic than functional.
Occasion
It is essential to consider the kind of occasion you intend to use your dog hat for. Many hats are designed to help dogs who spend a lot of time outdoors and need some added protection from the sun. However, some hats are perfect for any occasion, such as a doggy birthday party or celebrating their graduation from training school.
Size
Many hats for dogs will come with a one-size-fits-all description or have sizes similar to human hat sizes. However, it’s important to realize that many hats are specifically designed for a certain size of the dog, much like dog collars. A key consideration will be to pay attention to whether larger breeds or smaller dogs can wear the hat.
What to look for in quality hats for dogs
Style
Like regular hats, there are several different hats for dogs, including baseball caps, party hats, and even propeller hats. Deciding on what kind of style hat fits your dog can be tricky, but just like choosing a hat for yourself, finding the right product can come down to personality and personal style.
Shape
Much like size, the shape of a dog hat can vary depending on the type of hat. Most will be round enough for the average dog’s head to fit in, but other kinds of hats may not fit this rule. It’s essential to pay attention to the shape of the dog hat and make sure that it will be comfortable for your pooch to wear, especially if it is intended to be worn for an extended period.
Straps
There are two types of dog hats: strapped and strapless. Strapless hats are for dogs who are comfortable and enjoy the sensation of having a hat on their head. Other dogs may find the feeling of a hat a foreign concept, which is where hats with straps come in handy. Dog hats that come with straps can adjust comfortably around a dog’s neck to provide a snug fit and ensure that the hat will not fall off.
How much you can expect to spend on hats for dogs
Hats for dogs are very affordable, regardless of the style of hat you want to purchase. Generally, the price will range between $5-$30, depending on the brand, design, and style of hat.
Hats for dogs FAQ
What if my dog does not want to wear a hat?
A. This is a possibility, as some dogs do not like headgear. You should never force your pet to wear one, because they will work to remove it regardless. If your dog is sensitive to sunlight, another alternative is dog sunglasses.
What is the most comfortable kind of hat for dogs?
A. The truth is that it depends on the dog. Some dogs do not mind wearing any kind of hat and can even wear one that does not require a strap. Others will prefer to utilize a strap to keep it on their heads. The best way to find out is to test your hats on your dog to see how they react.
What are the best hats for dogs to buy?
Top hat for dogs
What you need to know: A festive straw hat sure to impress anyone
What you’ll love: This hat is lightweight and comfortable. It comes with an adjustable elastic or cotton band to secure under a dog’s chin and fit on a dog of any size.
What you should consider: Users have reported that the adjustable strap can break easily.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top hat for dogs for money
What you need to know: A baseball-style cap with convenient ear holes for your puppy.
What you’ll love: This hat is made from a soft and breathable material, ensuring a comfortable and snug fit. It also comes with an adjustable strap with a retractable buckle.
What you should consider: Many users reported that the hat runs small.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Honorable mentions
What you need to know: A colorful hat that is fashionable and breathable.
What you’ll love: This pet cap is constructed with canvas material and has a wide brim perfect for sun protection. This hat is specifically designed for smaller dogs.
What you should consider: The hat does not have much shape, and the brim may be intrusive to some dog’s vision.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
MaruPet Round Brim Princess Cap Visor Hat
What you need to know: A hat made of a soft mesh material that is lightweight and breathable.
What you’ll love: This cap is best suited for small dogs, with a round brim visor for protecting a dog’s eyes. It comes with an adjustable elastic strap.
What you should consider: It’s designed for small dogs and will not fit larger dogs.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
What you need to know: A propeller hat that’s the epitome of dog fashion.
What you’ll love: This pet hat is made with high-quality cotton and comes in a vibrant, multicolored design with an adjustable strap.
What you should consider: It lacks structure and may lay flat on a dog’s head.
Where to buy: Sold by
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The Feed: Lick, Soulshine Vegan Cafe, And More
Small-batch ice cream maker Lick plans to open another scoop shop this month in Broad Ripple.
Moving into the former Ezra’s Enlightened Cafe location, Soulshine Vegan Cafe (6516 Ferguson St., 317-974-9514) officially opens tomorrow, November 1, serving up sandwiches, wraps, tacos, breakfast goodies, and coffee.
From the owners of Taxman Brewing Co., Pizza & Libations (75 N. Baldwin St., Bargersville, 317-771-3165) also makes its debut tomorrow.
After packing up its signature big red barn in 2020, Westfield gourmet market Rail has reopened at its new spot at 3400 Nancy St. Customers can stop in Wednesday through Sunday for breakfast, lunch, baked goods, and cocktails.
Indy’s first daiquiri-themed establishment, The Daiquiri Factory (1634 S. East St.) is expected to open next spring, helmed by first-time restaurant owner Darren Moore, who will pull inspiration from New Orleans and Houston.
On December 2, Hotel Tango Distillery (702 Virginia Ave., 317-653-1806) will host a Salute to Santa event to support the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.
21 North Eatery (21 N. Jefferson St., Martinsville, 765-315-0767) is hosting a tequila-pairing dinner on December 3 and a bourbon-pairing dinner on December 10.
Due to an extensive remodel, Chuck’s Coney Island (2932 E. 10th St., 317-426-4945) will be closed until early 2023. The remodel will bring a larger kitchen, a dining area, and an outdoor patio for the warmer months.
Verde Flavors of Mexico has a new Zionsville location in the works. It is expected to open in December. | https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/food-and-drinks/the-feed-lick-soulshine-vegan-cafe-and-more | 2022-11-01 18:57:55 | 1 | https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/food-and-drinks/the-feed-lick-soulshine-vegan-cafe-and-more |
Investors double-down on creation of new SPaaS (Security Platform-as-a-Service) category
PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pangea Cyber today announced its $26 million Series B funding to accelerate the delivery of its API-based security services. The Series B round is led by GV, with participation from Decibel and Okta Ventures. They join existing investors Ballistic Ventures and SYN Ventures. This brings total funding raised for the one year old company to $52 million. Pangea plans to use the funding for product development and to drive developer and builder adoption.
"Pangea provides a comprehensive set of services for builders, developed by some of the industry's best serial entrepreneurs we've known for over a decade," said Karim Faris, General Partner at GV, who will join Pangea's board as part of the investment. "Incorporating the best security practices today involves choosing from an ambiguous and fragmented set of open source and limited commercial offerings. Pangea's compelling vision will create a new standard for cybersecurity practitioners."
"Development teams simply lack the expertise to add security capabilities into their applications. With up to one million software companies anticipated by 2027 (according to Forrester), it's essential that the applications they build have access to a trustworthy framework of security functions," said Oliver Friedrichs, Founder and CEO at Pangea. "This new funding will help us to realize and accelerate that vision."
Pangea's Security Platform-as-a-Service framework is available for builders who need to add security functions to their applications. Builders use Pangea to log security events, manage export restrictions, handle personally identifiable information (PII), identify malicious files being shared, and block users from risky internet domains. Services are offered just like Amazon Web Services, but with a focus on cybersecurity, where you can get every security function in one place. Pangea plans on releasing several dozen API-based security services over the next 12 months.
"Every app developer needs to worry about security — but most of them lack the ability to properly choose, deploy and maintain those security building blocks," said Austin Arensberg, Senior Director from Okta Ventures. "Pangea's API-based services are a one-stop shop for all things security. Its plug-and-play platform allows you to easily embed security into your app."
"We've seen PaaS offerings from AWS, GCP, and Azure for compute, storage, and database, and CPaaS from Twilio for communications, but we've not yet seen a similar model for cybersecurity — with simple-to-use security functions that app builders can easily embed to get to market fast. The time is right for the arrival of Security Platform as a Service, or SPaaS," said Barmak Meftah, Co-founder and General Partner at Ballistic Ventures. "We're excited to welcome GV, Decibel, and Okta Ventures onboard as this further validates our initial investment in Pangea."
Pangea is free to get started. Developers can create an account and explore available services at pangea.cloud.
Pangea is the world's most comprehensive provider of security services for cloud and mobile app developers, SaaS platform providers, and security operations centers. By making security a core part of every software builder's toolset, Pangea delivers the required security DNA for your organization, reinventing how you deliver a secure customer experience. Pangea is led by co-founders Oliver Friedrichs and Sourabh Satish, the creators behind the award-winning Phantom Cyber SOAR platform, acquired by Splunk in 2018. Pangea is venture-backed by leading Silicon Valley VCs and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. For more information, please visit pangea.cloud or follow Pangea at linkedin.com/company/pangea-cyber/.
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CLERMONT, Fla., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sitehues Media Inc., a leading provider of business solutions, has proudly announced the launch of AccelerateHub, a revolutionary all-in-one business management and marketing software designed to streamline business operations and drive growth. AccelerateHub combines powerful features, such as a CRM system, form builder, 2-way email and SMS integration, reputation manager, payment processor, marketing analytics dashboard, and sales pipeline tracker, all under one unified platform.
The comprehensive software, available for a monthly subscription of just $49.99 with no contracts or hidden fees, is tailored to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes and industries. By consolidating essential business functions and tools, AccelerateHub aims to increase efficiency, improve customer experience, and empower businesses to focus on growth and success.
"AccelerateHub was created to address the challenges that businesses face in managing multiple tools and platforms," said Raja Murugan, co-founder of Sitehues Media Inc. "We wanted to provide a user-friendly, customizable solution that can cater to the unique requirements of any business. Our software offers a complete, integrated system that simplifies operations, saving business owners both time and money."
Key features of AccelerateHub include a marketing analytics dashboard, which provides businesses with data-driven insights to help refine marketing strategies and track campaign success. Additionally, the sales pipeline tracker allows businesses to manage deals and track their progress in real-time, boosting sales team performance.
Sitehues Media Inc. is dedicated to offering top-notch customer support, ensuring users have the best possible experience with AccelerateHub. The company's support team is available via email, phone, and live chat to assist users with any questions or concerns they may have while using the software.
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About Sitehues Media Inc.
Sitehues Media Inc. is a leading provider of innovative marketing and business solutions, dedicated to creating cutting-edge software and tools that empower businesses to streamline operations and achieve success. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Sitehues Media Inc. offers user-friendly, customizable solutions designed to cater to the unique needs of businesses across a wide range of industries.
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Sean S Richard
Sitehues Media Inc.
Phone: 4076030460
Email: info@sitehues.com
Website: https://sitehuesmedia.com
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Rockies vs. Mets: Odds, spread, over/under - May 7
Pete Alonso will lead the charge for the New York Mets (17-17) on Sunday, May 7, when they clash with Charlie Blackmon and the Colorado Rockies (13-21) at Citi Field at 1:40 PM ET.
Oddsmakers list the Mets as -210 favorites on the moneyline, while giving the underdog Rockies +170 moneyline odds to win. An 8.5-run over/under has been set in the game.
Rockies vs. Mets Time and TV Channel
- Date: Sunday, May 7, 2023
- Time: 1:40 PM ET
- TV: SNY
- Location: Queens, New York
- Venue: Citi Field
- Probable Pitchers: Joey Lucchesi - NYM (1-0, 3.86 ERA) vs Ryan Feltner - COL (2-2, 4.45 ERA)
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Rockies vs. Mets Betting Odds, Run Line and Total
Here's a look at the odds, run line and over/under for this matchup listed on several sportsbooks.
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Rockies vs. Mets Betting Trends and Insights
- The Mets have entered the game as favorites 24 times this season and won 13, or 54.2%, of those games.
- The Mets have a 3-3 record (winning 50% of their games) when they have played as moneyline favorites of -210 or shorter.
- Sportsbooks have implied with the moneyline set for this matchup that New York has a 67.7% chance to win.
- The Mets played as the moneyline favorite in seven of their last 10 games, and they went 2-5 in those matchups.
- In its last 10 matchups -- all had a set run total -- New York and its opponents combined to hit the over on the total four times.
- The Rockies have been underdogs in 27 games this season and have come away with the win 11 times (40.7%) in those contests.
- This season, the Rockies have been victorious three times in 11 chances when named as an underdog of at least +170 or longer on the moneyline.
- The Rockies have played as underdogs in nine of their past 10 games and won six of those contests.
- In the last 10 games with a total, Colorado and its opponents have failed to hit the over seven times.
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Company Reaffirms Financial Outlook for Full Year 2022
NEW BRITAIN, Conn., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) today announced that its Board of Directors has named Donald Allan, Jr., currently President and Chief Financial Officer, the Company's next Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2022. Mr. Allan will succeed James M. Loree, who has served as CEO since 2016. Upon assuming his new role, Mr. Allan will join the Board of Directors and retain his title as President. Also, as part of today's announcement, the Company has appointed Corbin Walburger to serve as Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective July 1, 2022.
Andrea J. Ayers, Chair of the Board of Directors, said, "Don Allan's appointment reflects the Board's succession planning, and in naming him as our next CEO, we have chosen a world-class executive with exceptional experience and leadership skills. Since arriving at the Company in 1999, Don has been instrumental in driving the Company's growth and transformation strategy. He is well respected throughout the organization as well as among our valued customers and the investment community. He is ideally suited to lead Stanley Black & Decker through its next stage of growth, and we expect a very smooth transition of leadership."
Ms. Ayers added, "The Board greatly appreciates Jim Loree's leadership during his tenure at the Company. His contributions to the strategic repositioning of the business, and his strong dedication to the Company's key stakeholders, will be hallmarks of his legacy. Notably, he led the Company through a period of significant growth, increasing annual revenues from continuing operations from $11 billion in 2016 to over $19 billion expected in 2022. We are grateful to Jim for building the foundation for the Company's next period of growth and value creation."
Mr. Allan is a seasoned leader and 23-year veteran of Stanley Black & Decker who has played a key role in the Company's evolution to become the world's leading tool company. During his time as President and CFO, he has focused on driving strategic, long-term profitable growth and has overseen the execution and advancement of the Company's operating model. Mr. Allan has shared responsibility for Global Operations and Supply Chain, and has overseen the Stanley Security business, the Outdoor Products Group and Asia Tools & Storage. He has also led Finance, Information Technology, Margin Resiliency, Industry 4.0 and Advanced Analytics.
Mr. Walburger has been with Stanley Black & Decker for 14 years and currently serves as Vice President of Corporate Business Development with global leadership responsibility for mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, as well as the Company's corporate venture initiative. He joined the Company in 2008 following ten years at Goldman, Sachs & Company.
The Company has engaged Heidrick & Struggles to assist with the search for a permanent CFO.
Mr. Loree said, "It has been an enormous privilege to serve as CEO of this iconic company. I am exceptionally proud of all we have been able to accomplish during my career at Stanley Black & Decker, particularly over the past six years as CEO, and I am confident that the Company has a bright future ahead. I've worked closely with Don Allan for the past 23 years, and I am pleased to pass the baton to a leader of his extraordinary caliber."
Mr. Allan said, "I am honored to be named CEO and appreciate the Board's trust and support. I look forward to working with our 60,000 outstanding employees, as we navigate through the challenges of the current market environment and execute on our strategy to deliver value to our customers and shareholders. I am very pleased that Corbin Walburger has agreed to serve as our Interim CFO. He brings impressive experience and expertise to his new role.
"Looking ahead, with our recent portfolio actions, Stanley Black & Decker is a more focused and streamlined company, with leading franchises that serve the construction, outdoor, and industrial markets. Our strong leadership team is committed to capitalizing on our organic growth catalysts, enhancing operational execution through price realization and cost prioritization, transforming the supply chain, and successfully completing our outdoor integrations and security divestitures."
To further support Stanley Black & Decker's organic growth imperatives, the Company plans to rebalance $200-$250 million of current annualized investments to fund incremental commercial, engineering, and supply chain resources to further accelerate supply chain productivity. It expects this plan to generate approximately $1 billion of value within the next five years in addition to supporting the organic growth imperatives in the Tools and Outdoor businesses over the next three years. These initiatives will help drive the Company's near-term priorities and deliver significant free cash flow, which along with the completion of our previously announced $4 billion return of capital program in 2023, will support a multi-year period of organic growth, margin expansion and long-term shareholder value creation.
Company Reaffirms Financial Outlook for Full Year 2022
The Company is reaffirming its 2022 outlook, which it provided on April 28, 2022. Specifically, for the full year 2022, the Company anticipates diluted EPS of $7.20 to $8.30 on a GAAP basis and $9.50 to $10.50 on a non-GAAP adjusted basis. Free cash flow is expected to be approximately $1.0 billion to $1.5 billion.
About Stanley Black & Decker
Headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is the world's largest tool company operating nearly 50 manufacturing facilities across America and more than 100 worldwide. Guided by its purpose – for those who make the world – the company's more than 60,000 diverse and high-performing employees produce innovative, award-winning power tools, hand tools, storage, digital tool solutions, lifestyle products, outdoor products, engineered fasteners and other industrial equipment to support the world's makers, creators, tradespeople and builders. The company's iconic brands include DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, HUSTLER® and TROY-BILT®. Recognized for its leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG), Stanley Black & Decker strives to be a force for good in support of its communities, employees, customers and other stakeholders. To learn more visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com.
Investor Contacts:
Dennis Lange
Vice President, Investor Relations
dennis.lange@sbdinc.com
(860) 827-3833
Cort Kaufman
Senior Director, Investor Relations
cort.kaufman@sbdinc.com
(860) 515-2741
Media Contacts:
Shannon Lapierre
Chief Communications Officer
shannon.lapierre@sbdinc.com
(860) 259-7669
Debora Raymond
Vice President, Public Relations
debora.raymond@sbdinc.com
(203) 640-8054
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Diluted EPS, excluding charges, or adjusted EPS, is diluted GAAP EPS excluding the impacts of acquisition-related and other charges. Free cash flow is defined as cash flow from operations less capital and software expenditures. Management considers free cash flow an important indicator of its liquidity, as well as its ability to fund future growth and to provide a return to the shareowners, and is useful information for investors. Free cash flow does not include deductions for mandatory debt service, other borrowing activity, discretionary dividends on the Company's common and preferred stock and business acquisitions, among other items. Free cash flow conversion is defined as free cash flow divided by net income. The Company considers the use of the Non-GAAP financial measures above relevant to aid analysis and understanding of the Company's results, business trends and outlook measures aside from the material impact of acquisition-related and other charges and ensures appropriate comparability to operating results of prior periods. The difference between 2022 GAAP and adjusted EPS guidance is $2.20 to $2.30, consisting of acquisition-related and other charges. These forecasted charges primarily relate to restructuring expenses, a voluntary retirement program, the Russia business closure, integration costs and non-cash inventory step-up charges.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
This document contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical fact are "forward-looking statements" for purposes of federal and state securities laws, including any projections or guidance of earnings, revenue or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations; any statements concerning proposed new products, services or developments; any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance; any statements of belief; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Forward-looking statements may include, among others, the words "may," "will," "estimate," "intend," "continue," "believe," "expect," "anticipate" or any other similar words.
Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in any of its forward-looking statements are reasonable, actual results could differ materially from those projected or assumed in any of its forward-looking statements. The Company's future financial condition and results of operations, as well as any forward-looking statements, are subject to change and to inherent risks and uncertainties, such as those disclosed or incorporated by reference in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Important factors that could cause the Company's actual results, performance and achievements, or industry results to differ materially from estimates or projections contained in its forward-looking statements include, among others, the following: (i) successfully developing, marketing and achieving sales from new products and services and the continued acceptance of current products and services; (ii) macroeconomic factors, including global and regional business conditions (such as Brexit), commodity prices, inflation and deflation, and currency exchange rates; (iii) laws, regulations and governmental policies affecting the Company's activities in the countries where it does business, including those related to tariffs, taxation, data privacy, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, government contracts and trade controls such as section 301 tariffs and section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; (iv) the economic, political, cultural and legal environment of emerging markets, particularly Latin America, Russia, China and Turkey; (v) realizing the anticipated benefits of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic alliances or divestitures; (vi) pricing pressure and other changes within competitive markets; (vii) availability and price of raw materials, component parts, freight, energy, labor and sourced finished goods; (viii) the impact the tightened credit markets and change to LIBOR and other benchmark rates may have on the Company or its customers or suppliers; (ix) the extent to which the Company has to write off accounts receivable or assets or experiences supply chain disruptions in connection with bankruptcy filings by customers or suppliers; (x) the Company's ability to identify and effectively execute productivity and operational improvements, cost reductions and price realization; (xi) potential business and distribution disruptions, including those related to physical security threats, information technology or cyber-attacks, epidemics, pandemics, sanctions, political unrest, war, terrorism or natural disasters; (xii) the continued consolidation of customers, particularly in consumer channels and the Company's continued reliance on significant customers; (xiii) managing franchisee relationships; (xiv) the impact of poor weather conditions and climate change; (xv) maintaining or improving production rates in the Company's manufacturing facilities, responding to significant changes in customer preferences, product demand and fulfilling demand for new and existing products, and learning, adapting and integrating new technologies into products, services and processes; (xvi) changes in the competitive landscape in the Company's markets; (xvii) the Company's non-U.S. operations, including sales to non-U.S. customers; (xviii) the impact from demand changes within world-wide markets associated with homebuilding and remodeling; (xix) potential adverse developments in new or pending litigation and/or government investigations; (xx) the incurrence of debt and changes in the Company's ability to obtain debt on commercially reasonable terms and at competitive rates; (xxi) substantial pension and other postretirement benefit obligations; (xxii) potential regulatory liabilities, including environmental, privacy, data breach, workers compensation and product liabilities; (xxiii) attracting and retaining key employees, managing leadership succession, supervision of a workforce in many jurisdictions, work stoppages or other labor disruptions; (xxiv) the Company's ability to keep abreast with the pace of technological change; (xxv) changes in accounting estimates; (xxvi) the Company's ability to protect its intellectual property rights and associated reputational impacts; (xxvii) the continued adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and an indeterminate recovery period; (xxviii) the possibility that the Company does not achieve the intended financial benefits from the acquisition of MTD and Excel; (xxix) the failure to consummate, or a delay in the consummation of, the Security or Access Technology sale transactions for various reasons (including but not limited to failure to receive, or delay in receiving, required regulatory approvals and meet customary closing conditions); (xxx) the failure to undertake or complete, or a delay in the timing of, the share repurchase program; (xxxi) failure to realize the expected benefits of the Company's capital allocation strategy and share repurchase program; and (xxxii) successful and effective rebalancing of $200-$250 million of investments to: fund commercial, engineering and supply chain resources; support organic growth imperatives in the Tool and Outdoor businesses; and achieve the expected $1 billion in value creation, within the expected time frames.
Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from forward-looking statements are set forth in the Annual Report on Form 10-K and in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including under the heading "Risk Factors," "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and in the Consolidated Financial Statements and the related Notes. Forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and forward-looking statements in documents attached that are incorporated by reference speak only as of the date of those documents. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update or release any revisions to any forward-looking statement or to report any events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law.
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Thunder vs. Pistons Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under - March 29
Published: Mar. 29, 2023 at 2:02 PM CDT|Updated: 37 minutes ago
The Detroit Pistons (16-59) visit the Oklahoma City Thunder (37-39) after losing 10 road games in a row. The Thunder are double-digit favorites by 11.5 points in the contest, which tips at 8:00 PM ET on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.
Thunder vs. Pistons Game Info & Odds
- Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- How to Watch on TV: BSOK and BSDET
- Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Venue: Paycom Center
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Thunder vs. Pistons Score Prediction
- Prediction: Thunder 123 - Pistons 109
Spread & Total Prediction for Thunder vs. Pistons
- Pick ATS: Thunder (- 11.5)
- Pick OU:
Over (231.5)
- The Thunder have put together a 45-30-1 ATS record this season as opposed to the 32-42-1 mark of the Pistons.
- When it comes to going over the over/under in 2022-23, Detroit and its opponents aren't as successful (49.3% of the time) as Oklahoma City and its opponents (53.9%).
- The Thunder have a .560 winning percentage as a moneyline favorite (14-11) this season, better than the .197 winning percentage for the Pistons as a moneyline underdog (14-57).
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Thunder Performance Insights
- Oklahoma City has been carried by its offense, as it ranks fifth-best in the NBA by scoring 117.6 points per game. It ranks 20th in the league in points allowed (116.5 per contest).
- The Thunder are delivering 24.5 assists per game, which ranks them 20th in the NBA in 2022-23.
- The Thunder are making 12.3 three-pointers per game (13th-ranked in NBA) this season, while sporting a 35.9% three-point percentage (17th-ranked).
- When it comes to shot breakdown, Oklahoma City has taken 63.2% two-pointers (accounting for 71.7% of the team's buckets) and 36.8% threes (28.3%).
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CHEYENNE – Two members of the public who filed ethics complaints against a Laramie County lawmaker said Thursday they are confident in the response by Senate leadership.
Sen. Anthony Bouchard, R-Cheyenne, received a letter of reprimand Wednesday that outlined two separate complaints against him this general session, and stated there would be no tolerance for any further substantiated complaints against him for “threatening or profane comments you make against members of the public or your Senate colleagues.”
Senate President Ogden Driskill, R-Devils Tower, said Bouchard was provided with the complaints and offered the opportunity to respond, and without any response refuting the allegations, they had to be assumed true. He said the facts in the complaints are concerning, and members of the public should never be personally attacked for honest testimony provided before a legislative committee.
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“While you may not agree, a member of the Wyoming Senate is held to a high standard of decorum while communicating with members of the public,” Driskill wrote. “Troubling me even further is the fact that during the last session, a member of the public filed a complaint against you for your abusive power during legislative committee meetings.
“Three complaints against you for very similar behavior are three complaints too many.”
He said that if Bouchard received a similar complaint that is substantiated in the future, he will forward it to the full Senate to consider one or more potential disciplinary actions against him. The options provided were censure, removal from committees or expulsion from the Senate.
“I would hope you take my statements in this letter to heart,” Driskill concluded. “While I understand your passion for legislation you have worked on and sponsored, that passion does not excuse disrespectful and abusive behavior.”
Bouchard confirmed with the Wyoming Tribune Eagle that he was sent the letter, but said he had no further comment for the time being.
“With all the legislation going through, I need to stay focused on that right now,” he said Thursday in between the House and Senate chambers. “Next week will be a better time to talk about this.”
Formal complaints
The complaints Driskill refers to were made by Civics307 lobbyist Gail Symons on Feb. 24 and advanced registered nurse practitioner Jennifer James this past weekend.
Symons wrote in an email to Driskill that she believed the words of a sitting state senator reflect directly on the body, and attached screenshots of Bouchard using his public politician Facebook page to post “abusive and inflammatory language against members of the public exercising their First Amendment rights.”
She said the screenshots came from an individual who expressed serious concern that they would be subject to retaliation by Bouchard and the Wyoming Gun Owners organization. Symons said she was not as vulnerable as others, and said she was “committed to standing up personally against bullying.”
“That retaliation has been observed previously as verbal and in social media, including doxing,” she wrote to Driskill. Doxing is defined as "the action or process of searching for and publishing private or identifying information about a particular individual on the internet, typically with malicious intent."
Symons told the WTE that she didn’t approve of the language and tone he used in comments or posts, such as calling members of the Wyoming Medical Society “Doctors for grooming,” or “veiled threats of violence against Republican legislators” on his social media account representing his elected office.
“It was because it was his official account, as Sen. Anthony Bouchard, during the Legislature, against a group that was exercising their First Amendment rights. Whether I agreed with him or not, that was totally irrelevant,” she said. “But mostly, it was because there has been this atmosphere created of intimidation, and that’s not healthy for the process.”
Public capacity
James said in a statement that she sent in her complaint after Bouchard sent an unprompted text to her personal cellphone calling her a “f***ing idiot" on Saturday night. She said it was because she offered medical standard guidelines in opposition of Bouchard's Senate File 144 earlier in the week.
Although Bouchard has worked on legislation in the past with former Republican state Sen. Tom James, who is married to the complainant, she said she had no relationship with him outside of his elected duties. She said she doesn’t follow any of his social media, and her husband is not personal friends with the Cheyenne lawmaker “as many folks assume.”
James said Bouchard had never acted in this manner toward her before. She previously worked with him on policy for a bill addressing health care professionals' right to prescribe medication in January, and said she called him to receive background information. She said after he began their discussion to offer her clinical expertise, he abruptly hung up on her after letting her know he was bringing forward SF 144.
“Prior to this call in January, I had communicated to him regarding a gun ordinance problem in Rock Springs last summer, which he helped resolve,” she said.
She said the key fact in her complaint was that he is an elected official and she is a constituent. She said she is not another politician or friend. As a member of the public, she said it is “simply unacceptable, unprompted behavior, especially in Wyoming.”
“Any elected official is held to higher standards. I expect to provide public testimony without fear of reprisals or repercussions. In America, we still have our First Amendment rights. Our political system process allows the public to comment freely,” she said. “Imagine how many people would feel comfortable to testify if they knew legislators would be harassing them afterward? None at all.”
Trust in leadership
While there have been lawmakers who expressed they believe there should be further action taken, both James and Symons said they trust the decision made by Driskill.
James told the WTE she was comfortable with his response and “confident in decisions on this matter.” She said she believed the letter was sufficient and didn’t request further action, but she suspects the Senate will review its defined ethics complaints process, given the number of recent complaints.
Sen. Chris Rothfuss, D-Laramie, is a member of the Senate Rules Committee and previously confirmed the chamber planned to reevaluate the process and find a system that works better.
Symons recognized there were those who said it should have been brought to the floor, but there is a process. She said there are rules and traditions.
Once she submitted the complaint, the lobbyist said she let go of it.
“The people whose responsibility it is to evaluate the complaint, see if it has merit, and if it does, then bring the right people in to make a decision on what the proper response is – that’s up to them,” she said. “I had no expectations of what would be done. I literally was driven solely by ensuring that behavior was called out for whatever the appropriate action.” | https://trib.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/two-who-filed-complaints-against-bouchard-confident-in-leadership-s-response/article_29eede38-b964-11ed-9079-535a8aa745c4.html | 2023-03-03 03:32:52 | 0 | https://trib.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/two-who-filed-complaints-against-bouchard-confident-in-leadership-s-response/article_29eede38-b964-11ed-9079-535a8aa745c4.html |
VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — A judge has set bail at $1.5 million for a man accused of stabbing four people Monday night at a Washington casino and leading police on a high-speed chase.
Scott Harmier, 41, of Vancouver, Washington, appeared Wednesday in Clark County Superior Court on suspicion of four counts of first-degree assault and one count of attempting to elude police, The Columbian reported. Deputy Prosecutor Julie Carmena said Harmier has been convicted of assault numerous times.
It wasn’t immediately known if Harmier has a lawyer who could comment on his case.
Casino video showed a man seated at a poker table at The Last Frontier Casino in La Center before reaching down to grab something and then stabbing the man next to him and several others “without provocation or warning,” according to the sheriff's office.
Court records do not indicate a motive.
Several people called 911 just before midnight, including a stabbing victim who said the assailant left in a Nissan sedan, according to a probable cause affidavit.
At a nearby hospital, Bradley Harrington told detectives he suffered a stab wound to his head, according to the affidavit, and he reported the weapon was a folding knife with a 4- to 5-inch (10-to 13-centimeter) blade. Another victim, identified as Virginia Rutty, suffered stab wounds to her forehead, chest and arm. Song Rang suffered stab wounds to her arm and neck, according to the affidavit.
All three were treated and released Tuesday, the sheriff’s office said.
The fourth victim, who detectives believe to be Guao Liao, was stabbed in his forehead and shoulder and had a large cut to his wrist. He was admitted to the hospital, the affidavit states.
Deputies located the Nissan shortly after the attack on Interstate 205, just south of the split with Interstate 5, traveling at about 100 mph (160 kph), according to court records.
Deputies used an “immobilization technique” to stop the car and then arrested Harmier, court records said. Investigators said they saw blood on Harmier’s hoodie and a knife sheath on the car's passenger’s seat, according to the affidavit. | https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/Bail-set-at-1-5M-for-man-accused-in-Wash-casino-17657369.php | 2022-12-15 23:16:17 | 1 | https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/Bail-set-at-1-5M-for-man-accused-in-Wash-casino-17657369.php |
NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces it has filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the securities of BioLineRx Ltd. (NASDAQ: BLRX) between February 23, 2021 and September 19, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). A class action has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than March 6, 2023.
SO WHAT: If you purchased BioLine securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the BioLine class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=8781 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than March 6, 2023. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose, among other things, that: (1) the Company was not well financed to develop Motixafortide while at the same time advancing other pipeline programs; (2) BioLine would require a loan from Kreos Capital VII Aggregator SCSP in an aggregate principal amount of up to $40 million and then also would require a $15M securities offering to facilitate the commercial launch of Motixafortide; and (3) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about its business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the truth emerged, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the BioLine class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=8781 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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Partnership brings global edge cloud services provider Zenlayer to Canada
TORONTO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hut 8 Mining Corp. (NASDAQ: HUT) (TSX: HUT) ("Hut 8" or the "Company"), one of North America's largest, innovation-focused digital asset mining pioneers and high-performance computing infrastructure provider, has signed a partnership with Zenlayer, a massively distributed edge cloud service provider, to bring industry-leading edge computing solutions to Web 3.0, blockchain, and enterprise customers.
The partnership enables Hut 8 customers to instantly deploy and run their applications using Zenlayer's edge cloud platform. Users can easily self-provision compute and networking services through APIs or an online console accessible to more than 40 countries in the world. In addition, Zenlayer's customers will now be able to tap into the Canadian market as Zenlayer deploys additional cloud regions with Hut 8 at their Kelowna and Mississauga data centres.
"We are thrilled to welcome Zenlayer as a trusted partner to mutually enhance our offerings for high-performance computing to our existing and future customers," said Jaime Leverton, CEO Hut 8. "Zenlayer is a global leader in edge cloud services, and we are proud to be the first to bring their services to Canada and continue growing the cloud solutions landscape for Web 3.0, blockchain, and enterprise customers."
"Hut 8's allocated digital asset mining and open-source distributed ledger technology make them a market leader in the crypto industry," said Joe Zhu, Founder and CEO of Zenlayer. "We are delighted to partner with Hut 8 to provide joint solutions to the growing blockchain and Web 3.0 ecosystem, and look forward to deeper product integrations in the future."
Hut 8 is one of North America's largest innovation-focused digital asset miners, led by a team of business-building technologists, bullish on bitcoin, blockchain, Web 3.0 and bridging the nascent and traditional high performance computing worlds. With two digital asset mining sites located in Southern Alberta and a third site in North Bay, Ontario, all located in Canada, Hut 8 has one of the highest capacity rates in the industry and one of the highest inventories of self-mined Bitcoin of any digital asset miner or publicly-traded company globally. With 36,000 square feet of geo-diverse data centre space and cloud capacity connected to electrical grids powered by significant renewables and emission-free resources, Hut 8 is revolutionizing conventional assets to create the first hybrid data centre model that serves both the traditional high performance compute (Web 2.0) and nascent digital asset computing sectors, blockchain gaming, and Web 3.0. Hut 8 was the first Canadian digital asset miner to list on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Through innovation, imagination, and passion, Hut 8 is helping to define the digital asset revolution to create value and positive impacts for its shareholders and generations to come.
Zenlayer is a massively distributed edge cloud provider, operating more than 270 Points of Presence across 45+ countries. Businesses utilize Zenlayer's on-demand cloud compute and networking services to deploy and run applications at the edge.
Zenlayer enables organizations to instantly improve real-time digital experiences at scale. Visit us online at www.zenlayer.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Certain information in this press release, including with respect to the Company's future financial and/or operating performance, constitute "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" withing the meaning of Canadian securities laws and United States securities laws, respectively (collectively, "forward-looking information"). In some cases, but not necessarily in all cases, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward looking terminology such as "plans", "targets", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "an opportunity exists", "is positioned", "estimates", "intends", "assumes", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate" or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might", "will" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved". In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking information. Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts but instead represent management's expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events.
Forward-looking information is necessarily based on a number of opinions, assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company as of the date of this press release, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including, but not limited to, the factors described in greater detail in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Information Form dated March 17, 2022, and Hut 8's other materials filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time, available at www.sedar.com and www.sec.gov, respectively. These factors are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors that could affect the Company; however, these factors should be considered carefully. There can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements containing any forward-looking information, or the factors or assumptions underlying them, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A mass of mostly young people among tens of thousands who gathered to celebrate Halloween in Seoul became trapped and crushed as the crowd surged into a narrow alley, killing at least 151 people and injuring 82 others in South Korea’s worst disaster in years.
Emergency workers and pedestrians desperately performed CPR on people lying in the streets after the crush in the capital’s nightlife district of Itaewon on Saturday night.
Those killed or hurt were mostly teens and people in their 20s, according to Choi Seong-beom, chief of Seoul’s Yongsan fire department. The dead included 19 foreigners, he said, whose nationalities weren’t immediately released. The death toll could rise further as 19 of those injured were in critical condition.
An estimated 100,000 people had gathered in Itaewon for the country’s biggest outdoor Halloween festivities since the pandemic began and strict rules on gatherings were enforced. The South Korean government eased COVID-19 restrictions in recent months and this was the first big chance to get out and party for many young people.
While Halloween isn’t a traditional holiday in South Korea, where children rarely go trick-or-treating, it’s still a major attraction for young adults, and costume parties at bars and clubs have become hugely popular in recent years.
Itaewon, near where the former headquarters of U.S. military forces in South Korea operated before moving out of the capital in 2018, is an expat-friendly district known for its trendy bars, clubs and restaurants and it’s the city’s marquee Halloween destination.
Witnesses say Itaewon’s streets were so densely clogged with people and slow-moving vehicles that it was practically impossible for emergency workers and ambulances to reach the alley in time to treat the injured.
Seoul’s city government said more than 1,000 people have called a city office in nearby Hannam-dong as of midday Saturday, reporting their relatives as out of contact and asking officials to confirm whether they were among those injured or dead after the crush in Itaewon.
Officials initially said 150 people were injured as of Sunday morning before later lowering their tally.
National Fire Agency officials didn’t immediately explain why the tally was reduced but said emergency workers would have had a more accurate idea of the casualties as rescue operations proceeded and that some of the injured would have been converted to deaths. It was also possible that some of those who were lightly injured had returned home overnight and were no longer counted.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared a national mourning period on Sunday and ordered flags at government buildings and public offices to fly at half-staff. During a televised speech, Yoon said supporting the families of the victims, including their funeral preparations, and the treatment of the injured would be a top priority for his government.
He also called for officials to thoroughly investigate the cause of the accident and review the safety of other large cultural and entertainment events, including regional festivals, to ensure that they proceed safely.
“This is really devastating. The tragedy and disaster that need not have happened took place in the heart of Seoul amid Halloween (celebrations),” Yoon said during the speech. “I feel heavy hearted and cannot contain my sadness as a president responsible for the people’s lives and safety.”
After the speech, Yoon visited the Itaewon alley where the disaster occurred. Local TV footage showed Yoon inspecting the alley filled with trash and being briefed by emergency officials.
It was not immediately clear what led the crowd to surge into the narrow downhill alley near the Hamilton Hotel, a major party spot in Seoul. One survivor said many people fell and toppled one another “like dominos” after they were pushed by others. The survivor, surnamed Kim, said they were trapped for about an hour and a half before being rescued, as some people shouted “Help me!” and others were short of breath, according to the Seoul-based Hankyoreh newspaper.
Another survivor, Lee Chang-kyu, said he saw about five to six men push others before one or two began falling, according to the newspaper.
In an interview with news channel YTN, Hwang Min-hyeok, a visitor to Itaewon, said it was shocking to see rows of bodies near the hotel. He said emergency workers were initially overwhelmed, leaving pedestrians struggling to administer CPR to the injured lying on the streets. People wailed beside the bodies of their friends, he said.
Another survivor in his 20s said he avoided being trampled by managing to get into a bar whose door was open in the alley, Yonhap news agency reported. A woman in her 20s surnamed Park told Yonhap that she and others were standing along the side of the alley while others caught in the middle of the alley had no escape.
Choi, the fire department chief, said that bodies were being sent to hospitals or a gym, where bereaved family members could identify them. He said most of the dead and injured are in their 20s.
“Horrific news from Seoul tonight,” British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak tweeted. “All our thoughts are with those currently responding and all South Koreans at this very distressing time.”
Jake Sullivan, the U.S. national security adviser, tweeted that reports of the disaster were “heartbreaking” and said Washington “stands ready to provide the Republic of Korea with any support it needs.”
The last South Korean disaster this deadly also hit young people the hardest. In April 2014, 304 people, mostly high school students, died in a ferry sinking. The sinking exposed lax safety rules and regulatory failures; it was partially blamed on excessive and poorly fastened cargo and a crew poorly trained for emergency situations. Saturday’s deaths will likely draw public scrutiny of what government officials have done to improve public safety standards since the ferry disaster.
It was also Asia’s second major crushing disaster in a month. On Oct. 1, police in Indonesia fired tear gas at a soccer match, causing a crush that killed 132 people as spectators attempted to flee.
More than 1,700 response personnel from across the country were deployed to the streets to help the wounded, including about 520 firefighters, 1,100 police officers and 70 government workers. The National Fire Agency separately said in a statement that officials were still trying to determine the exact number of emergency patients.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a statement calling for officials to ensure swift treatment for those injured and review the safety of the festivity sites.
This was the deadliest crushing disaster in South Korean history. In 2005, 11 people were killed and around 60 others were injured at a pop concert in the southern city of Sangju.
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SÃO PAULO, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Since its launch, ChatGPT has attracted the attention of professionals from several fields. Efí, one of the major Brazilian fintechs, has gone further and started to use the system to optimize processes. A fan of the slimmed-down, four-day work week, the company has identified a reduction of up to 40% in time spent on activities.
For Efi CRM manager Alexandre Santana, despite what some analysts believe, ChatGPT will not replace professionals, but make processes more fluid, objective and modular, and so reduce possible manual errors. "In our tests, using AIs intelligently has enabled tasks to be done in minutes that would otherwise take hours. I have no doubt that the ability to use these tools will be a requirement, especially as this technology evolves," he says.
Less operational, more strategy
Since implementing its reduced week for its almost 400 employees to provide a better work-life balance, Efí has started to place even more value on streamlining tasks. Using ChatGPT to generate codes and in routine jobs, such as writing emails and creating project scopes, complements other initiatives such as reducing meetings to make daily life more strategic.
By using ChatGPT, the developers get extra time to work on more sophisticated tasks and leave minor and more basic code creation to the tool. In any event, care needs to be taken with the codes generated, warns Software engineer Leony Assis. "It is important to review the codes to ensure 100% assertiveness. Therefore, the objective of the software being developed as well as the technologies involved must be fully understood."
Efí concluded that AI could even be used to generate ideas from user feedback, providing a better understanding of what they need, and identifying the best components and structures during the systems architecture phase.
Another important point was the creation of internal policies on information security and intellectual property, preventing sensitive data from being inserted in the prompt.
Efí Bank
Specializing in financial solutions, Efí is a payment institution with 370,000 customers throughout Brazil, and is responsible for moving more than US$4 billion every year. The company was authorized by the Central Bank of Brazil to act as a Payment and Accreditation Institution and is a direct participant of Pix, a Brazilian instant payment platform, and a payment initiator on Open Finance.
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NEW YORK, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Global's (NYSE: SPGI) first quarter 2023 results will be issued on Thursday, April 27, 2023 via news release at approximately 7:15 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The news release will be available at www.spglobal.com.
Douglas L. Peterson, President and CEO; Ewout Steenbergen, Executive Vice President and CFO; and Mark Grant, Senior Vice President, Investor Relations, will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on April 27, 2023 to discuss the Company's first quarter 2023 financial results. The presentation is open to all interested parties and may include forward-looking information.
Webcast Instructions: Live and Replay
The webcast (audio and slides) will be available live and as an archived replay through the Company's Investor Relations website at http://investor.spglobal.com/Quarterly-Earnings (please copy and paste URL into web browser). The archived replay will be available beginning two hours after the conclusion of the live call and will remain available for one year.
Telephone Access: Live and Replay
The call begins at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Please dial in by 8:20 a.m.
- For callers in the U.S.: (888) 603-9623
- For callers outside the U.S.: +1 (630) 395-0220 (long-distance charges will apply)
- The conference passcode is "S&P Global"
The recorded telephone replay will be available beginning two hours after the conclusion of the call and will remain available until May 26, 2023.
- For callers in the U.S.: (800) 944-1822
- For callers outside the U.S.: +1 (203) 369-3872 (long-distance charges will apply)
Presenters' Slides & Remarks
The presenters' slides will be made available for downloading at the conclusion of the call. The final remarks will be available for downloading the following day. Go to http://investor.spglobal.com/Quarterly-Earnings for these documents and any additional information provided during the presentation.
About S&P Global
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) provides essential intelligence. We enable governments, businesses and individuals with the right data, expertise and connected technology so that they can make decisions with conviction. From helping our customers assess new investments to guiding them through ESG and energy transition across supply chains, we unlock new opportunities, solve challenges and accelerate progress for the world.
We are widely sought after by many of the world's leading organizations to provide credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help the world's leading organizations plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com.
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Mark Grant
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Daria Saville vs. Arantxa Rus: Prediction and Match Betting Odds | Hamburg
In the Hamburg semifinals on Friday, Daria Saville takes on Arantxa Rus.
In this Semifinal matchup, Rus is the favorite (-155) against Saville (+120) .
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Daria Saville vs. Arantxa Rus Match Information
- Tournament: The Hamburg
- Round: Semifinals
- Date: Friday, July 28
- Venue: MatchMaker Sports Gmbh
- Location: Hamburg, Germany
- Court Surface: Clay
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Daria Saville vs. Arantxa Rus Prediction and Odds
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Daria Saville vs. Arantxa Rus Trends and Insights
- Saville took down Jule Niemeier 6-3, 6-2 in the quarterfinals on Thursday.
- Rus came out on top 6-2, 6-2 against Eva Lys in the quarterfinals on Thursday.
- Saville has played 19.4 games per match in her 20 matches over the past 12 months (across all court types).
- In her six matches on clay over the past year, Saville has played an average of 22.0 games.
- Rus is averaging 21.6 games per match through her 21 matches played in the past year across all court surfaces, winning 53.2% of those games.
- Rus has averaged 20.6 games per match and 9.5 games per set in 12 matches on clay surfaces in the past year.
- This is the first time that Saville and Rus have played in the last five years.
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SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies and ANA form a strategic alliance and introduce a new mobile power-generation revolution.
TRUSSVILLE, Ala., Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies and Alliance North America (ANA) Inc. announce a new strategic business alliance to bring much-needed innovation to a nation focused on lowering fuel consumption, reducing carbon footprints and enhancing hybrid power generation. The result: the Energy Boss™ mobile power unit.
Energy Boss combines advanced mobile diesel generators with industrial energy storage to create hybrid units, allowing users to cut fuel consumption by up to 80% (depending on site load and operating hours) and meet ever-more-stringent ESG and carbon output goals, all while increasing the return on capital equipment investments. The Energy Boss product line combines next-generation touch-screen operator interfaces with intuitive and user-friendly graphics, GPS asset tracking, cloud-based 24/7 monitoring, data collection and many other features as built-in standards to deliver performance that has never existed before.
This unique business alliance combines SPOC Grid Technologies' expertise in inverters and industrial battery systems with ANA's strong market position and experience in mobile power generation to create a revolutionary hybrid product. This strategic partnership will help users significantly reduce their fuel consumption (by as much as 80 percent in some applications). In addition to cutting operating costs, it allows users to also slash CO2 emissions, a necessity given regulatory and investor pressures to do so.
"The pressure to cut fuel burn, emissions and costs is driving the innovation behind Energy Boss," Robert Mason, CEO of SPOC Grid Technologies, said. "Hybridization, combining our inverter technology with ANA's leading portable generators, has the potential to drive a new era of global electrification, fueled by innovations in hybrid power solutions. Our power-conversion electronics (inverters) lie at the center of Energy Boss, allowing us to create benefits for end users never before possible."
"A shared belief in the power of innovation led to this alliance with SPOC Grid Technologies," Mike Niemela, CEO of ANA, said. "Our alliance has been effective, resulting in joint patent applications and an entirely new line of thinking that promises to disrupt our entire industry."
Kevin Day, President of ANA, added to those thoughts: "Energy Boss is a first-of-its-kind product, an innovation that promises to significantly alter the mobile power landscape. Certainly, there is a great appetite in the market for innovations that allow customers to reduce their costs, increase their profitability and protect the environment."
About SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc. and Alliance North America, Inc.
SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures innovative, high-performing industrialized power-conversion equipment and energy storage systems utilizing inverter technologies. SPOC Grid offers clients expertise in hybrid power conversion and energy systems for grid-connected, off-grid, island, marine and a variety of other operations. SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of SPOC Automation. For more information about SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc., visit spocgrid.com.
ANA , Inc. is an innovation leader in mobile power-generation solutions. ANA's engineered power solutions continue to disrupt a market pressed to find solutions that meet increasing on-site power needs while reducing diesel fuel burn and slashing carbon emissions. ANA is the exclusive North American supplier of AIRMAN generators and air compressors, MAC3 pneumatic air tools and ANA's exclusive SmartLoad bank system and the revolutionary line of Energy Boss hybrid energy storage systems. We Make Your World Easier by answering the phone, understanding your needs and taking ownership to provide you with solutions. For more information about ANA, visit anacorp.com.
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Tina Willis
205-322-1010 ext. 702
tina@fitzmartin.com
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As districts in Arkansas prepare for the implementation of the LEARNS Act, six work groups are being assembled by the state Department of Education to develop recommendations for its rules and policies.
These work groups will each focus on a specific topic: school safety; early learning; parental empowerment; teaching and learning; educator workforce and career readiness, according to a memo from the agency.
Friday was the deadline to apply to participate in the groups. Over 1,000 people submitted applications, Education Department Secretary Jacob Oliva said during an online forum on Wednesday.
"We're going to start bringing in experts and leaders from all over the state to sit around with staff here at the department to start drafting rules," Oliva said in an interview the previous week. Their recommendations will go to the secretary and the state Board of Education for consideration before being reviewed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders' office.
By law, most of these rules are required to be in place by July 1, 2024, Oliva said.
District officials say it will be difficult for them to fully prepare for LEARNS until these rules are finalized.
"Nobody knows how this thing is going to play out until everything goes through rules and [regulations]," said Brent Howard, Mountain Home School District superintendent.
Bentonville Superintendent Debbie Jones said her district has applied to participate in work groups for "every single category."
"We're anxiously awaiting the rules to be written so we can really put solid plans in place," she said.
Jacksonville North Pulaski Superintendent Jeremy Owoh said he wants people who are going to be directly affected by these rules to have a say in the process.
"I hope they're able to provide avenues outside of the school day for our staff to help develop these rules," Owoh said.
During Wednesday's forum, Oliva said that an effort will be made to keep those not chosen for work groups informed about their work and seek feedback from them as the rules are made.
The groups will meet both virtually and in person, according to the Education Department memo announcing the work groups.
Oliva said in February that he also anticipates the development of an information dashboard to keep the board and public up to date on the new work.
Information for this story was contributed by Cynthia Howell of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. | https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2023/apr/02/work-groups-to-develop-rules-for-learns/ | 2023-04-02 09:38:14 | 1 | https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2023/apr/02/work-groups-to-develop-rules-for-learns/ |
JOHNNY MAYNARD, 62 of Louisa, Ky., life partner of Sue Taylor, died Jan. 12 in the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Funeral service at 10 a.m. Jan. 19 at Young Funeral Home Chapel, Louisa. Burial at 1 p.m. in Memorial Burial Park, Wheelersburg, Ohio. Visitation from 5:30 to 7:30 Jan. 18 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations to help offset funeral expenses are suggested.
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If this was a book burning, it would be an inferno.
“I have a list of 3,600 titles that I believe have concerning content.”
A few years ago, the state schoolbook review group would have received Bruce Friedman and his voluminous trove of complaints with polite indifference. Reactionary cranks have been raging against modernity in schoolbooks and public libraries for generations.
But in Florida, in 2022, reactionary cranks can make a librarian tremble.
Friedman brags that he cajoled his local school board in Clay County into yanking 350 books from school libraries. He describes the banned books as the stuff of “groomers and pedophiles and twisted sick people.”
On Nov. 28, he appeared before the Florida Department of Education Library Media Working Group with a longer list and larger ambitions. He complained that county school district libraries were exposing students to thousands of books with “more than a little poison in them.”
His notion of “poison” included familiar allegations; that school textbook authors, novelists and teachers have been indoctrinating students with “porn, critical race theory, social emotional learning, fluid gender.”
“Pick your poison,” he said.
Friedman represents No Left Turn in Education, which, along with Moms for Liberty and Parents Defending Education, has led a red state crusade to rid schools and public libraries of books exploring racism or sexuality issues or unsavory aspects of American history. They’ve been particularly impactful in Florida, where the governor considers textbook vigilantes a crucial constituency.
Ron DeSantis’ issues are their issues. He has endorsed school board candidates who promised to cleanse public schools of wokeness. With his backing, right-wing activists are pressuring schools to jettison materials and policies that offend MAGA sensibilities.
The governor’s so-called “don’t say gay” law, as critics call it, embraces one of their favorite causes by severely limiting classroom discussions about sexual orientation or gender identity. His constitutionally suspect “Stop WOKE Act” similarly bars schools from adopting curriculum or private companies from holding training sessions that might cause a (white) student or worker to feel guilty about America’s historic racism.
On Wednesday, the Florida Board of Education was motivated by that same ideology as it considered what to do about 10 insubordinate school districts, including those in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach, that have been slow to abolish staff guidelines allowing students to use pronouns and locker rooms in accordance with their asserted gender. Those issues roused little attention in Florida before right-wing think tanks decided gender dysphoria was just the thing to inflame conservative voters.
Not that this stuff is new. Florida’s book-banning frenzy has the same class warfare characteristics that arose in the 1974 textbook conflict in Kanawha County, W. Va., where I attended public school. A coalition of fundamentalist Christians, disaffected coal miners and out-and-out racists were in a fury over claims the county had adopted textbooks that disdained Christianity and slipped “moral relativism” and communism into the subtexts.
The 1974 protestors complained about a school district requirement that textbooks acknowledge “the contributions of minorities to American culture.” One protest leader complained that such publications exposed white children to black vernacular and would teach them “to speak in ghetto dialect.” (Which might be an “approvement” over my own Appalachian twang.)
The national news media offered video and photographs of unabashed protesters tossing books into bonfires, along with the inevitable references to “Fahrenheit 451,” Ray Bradbury’s 1953 novel set in a dystopian future when forbidden books were set ablaze.
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The textbook conflict turned violent. Two men were shot. An elementary school was firebombed. Another dynamited. Snipers shot at school buses. The school superintendent was assaulted. Schools were boycotted, though it was mostly students in the rural reaches of the county who stayed home. Not the city kids.
Rural protesters wanted parental control over books and curriculum. But not for those liberal, college-educated, uppity parents living in town.
Forty-eight years later, similar class resentments divide Florida. Outfits like Moms for Liberty demand parental control over schoolbooks and curriculum, but only for their kind of parents. Their notion of “parental freedom” entails the freedom to force their minoritarian beliefs on everyone else.
It hardly matters that Bruce Friedman has only read excerpts of the 3,600 books he wants banned. His cause has the support of the governor, the Legislature, the Florida Board of Education, the MAGA universe.
Either get rid of the books, Friedman warned the school library review group, or “I’ll take them down one book at a time. I will perform 3,600 challenges.”
Welcome to Bradbury’s dystopia, the 2022 version. “Fahrenheit 451″ without the flames.
Fred Grimm, a longtime resident of Fort Lauderdale, has worked as a journalist in South Florida since 1976. Reach him by email at leogrimm@gmail.com or on Twitter: @grimm_fred. | https://www.orlandosentinel.com/opinion/guest-commentary/os-op-grimm-school-book-banning-20221216-f7eixkmcuvdv5a3egaslfopfeq-story.html | 2022-12-16 21:08:45 | 0 | https://www.orlandosentinel.com/opinion/guest-commentary/os-op-grimm-school-book-banning-20221216-f7eixkmcuvdv5a3egaslfopfeq-story.html |
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) — California-based eBay plans to slash its workforce by 4%, according to an SEC filing by the online e-commerce giant.
CEO Jamie Iannone wrote a letter to employees announcing that eBay is eliminating jobs in response to the global macroeconomic environment, CNBC reported.
“As a result of these considerations and our future-forward plans, I have some hard news to share. Over the next 24 hours, we’ll be letting approximately 500 employees globally know that their jobs will be eliminated. There is no easy way to communicate this — but I do want to share with you why we are making this decision,” Iannone wrote.
“This shift gives us additional space to invest and create new roles in high-potential areas — new technologies, customer innovations and key markets — and to continue to adapt and flex with the changing macro, ecommerce and technology landscape,” Iannone continued. Impacted employees are expected to be notified by Wednesday.
The CEO said employees will be provided with transition packages, including severance and employee incentive payments.
eBay’s layoff notification happened on the same day that another tech company headquartered in San Jose, Zoom, announced it will cut 15% of its workforce. About 1,300 Zoom employees are on the chopping block, and company CEO Eric Yuan said he will take a 98% salary cut.
Yuan acknowledged responsibility for allowing his company to grow too rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We didn’t take as much time as we should have to thoroughly analyze our teams or assess if we were growing sustainably, toward the highest priorities,” Yuan wrote to employees.
Zoom and eBay are just the latest in the tech industry to start the year with a wave of job cuts.
Computer maker Dell announced Monday it was cutting about 6,600 jobs. Companies announcing layoffs in January included Amazon, Salesforce, Microsoft, Google, and Spotify.
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/ebay-latest-tech-company-to-announce-layoffs/ | 2023-02-08 02:57:09 | 0 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/ebay-latest-tech-company-to-announce-layoffs/ |
UNION, N.J. (AP) — Gustavo Arnal, the chief financial officer of retail chain Bed Bath & Beyond, has died, the company confirmed on Sunday.
The company said Arnal died on Friday. According to the New York City Police Department, police found the 52-year-old unconscious with injuries showing he fell from a building in Manhattan. He was pronounced dead at the scene and the New York City Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the cause of death. Police said an investigation was ongoing.
Arnal joined the company in May 2020 after previous stints at Avon, Walgreens Boots Alliance and Procter & Gamble.
“Gustavo will be remembered by all he worked with for his leadership, talent and stewardship of our Company. I am proud to have been his colleague, and he will be truly missed by all of us at Bed Bath & Beyond and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him,” said Harriet Edelman, independent chair of the company’s board, in Sunday’s statement.
Bed Bath & Beyond has faced turbulence recently: Its shares made a monstrous run from $5.77 to $23.08 over a little more than two weeks in August, in trading reminiscent of last year’s meme-stock craze, when out-of-favor companies suddenly became darlings of smaller-pocketed investors. On Wednesday, the company said it would shutter stores and lay off workers in a bid to turn around its beleaguered business.
The home goods retailer based in Union, New Jersey, said it will close about 150 of its namesake stores and slash its workforce by 20%. | https://www.fox16.com/news/bed-bath-beyond-chief-financial-officer-gustavo-arnal-dies/ | 2022-09-04 21:49:36 | 1 | https://www.fox16.com/news/bed-bath-beyond-chief-financial-officer-gustavo-arnal-dies/ |
QUEBEC, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - We have some pawtastic news for pets and their humans. Longtime homeopathic favorite Animal Homeopathy has a new name and look. Meet Zumalka, your pet's new best friend!
What's so different about us besides our name? We're glad you asked! Every change – new name, new recipes, new labels, new website – was intentionally crafted around the customer experience.
Over the last year, the company's development team deep-dived into every aspect of the brand in search of enhancements. "By going through this process, we're serving the customers even better," said co-founder and homeopath Suzie Cyrenne. "Now, our name better aligns with our entire product line, eliminating any confusion for our customers."
As part of the rebranding, Zumalka has new product names designed to clearly highlight the quality ingredients contained inside. "We believe pet owners should have access to better products so they can give their animal family members the quality of life they truly deserve," said Cyrenne.
Only a few products retain their original names, including the popular Piptopet, which provides full-spectrum coverage to promote a healthy immune response in animals.
Besides new names, Zumalka also has improved its product labels, making them easier for consumers to understand. "We pride ourselves in using only the best ingredients when it comes to our products," said Cyrenne. "Besides giving our customers clearer and more thorough access to our natural and high-quality ingredients at a glance, these new easy-to-read labels make administering the products to their pets simpler and more convenient."
Zumalka's team strives to provide the best products to pet lovers everywhere as part of its commitment to the customer experience. Building on the other changes, some of the brand's products now feature new and improved recipes. "We always want to make it a point to focus on quality," said Cyrenne.
Learn more about the name and product changes at zumalka.com.
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WFO SAN DIEGO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, May 30, 2022
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426 AM PDT Sun May 29 2022
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph
expected.
* WHERE...San Diego County Deserts, Coachella Valley, San
Gorgonio Pass Near Banning, Riverside County Mountains and San
Diego County Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 to 55 mph
* WHERE...Apple and Lucerne Valleys and San Bernardino County
Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
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In 2003, Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk, was once a liked superstar in New York City. He had made his house on a Fifth Avenue co-op’s ledge, throughout from Central Park, within the mid-Nineties. Pale Male thrilled flocks of fanatics along with his spectacular talents as a supplier. He was once recognized to ship take-out to his chicks. Correspondent Bill Geist reported on Pale’s outstanding tale in a section that firstly aired on “CBS Sunday Morning” on July 13, 2003.
Geist had the chance to talk with one of the most fowl’s fans, together with documentary director Frederic Lilian, creator Charles Kennedy, and photographer Lincoln Karim. These people shared their pastime for Pale Male and their reviews looking at him leap throughout the skies of New York City.
Pale Male had a unique position within the hearts of New Yorkers and changed into an emblem of town’s resilience and flexibility. His passing in 2003 was once met with nice disappointment. He will eternally be remembered as a liked superstar and crucial a part of New York City’s historical past.
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Futurum Research and Moor Insights & Strategy will cohost The Six Five Summit 2022, a 100% virtual, on-demand event designed to help the business, technology and investor community to stay on top of the latest developments, trends, and leadership in digital transformation.
The Six Five Summit 2022, in its third year, will kick off with Arvind Krishna, Chairman & CEO of IBM on June 7th at 8am PT to discuss driving competitive advantage with hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence, followed by a conversation with President & CEO Niklas Heuveldop of Ericsson North America on transforming industries with 5G and connecting the metaverse.
Other daily keynotes speakers include:
- Darius Adamczyk, Chairman & CEO of Honeywell
- Matt Murphy, President & CEO of Marvell
Other Select Speakers Include:
- Rob Bearden, CEO of Cloudera
- Antonio Neri, President & CEO of HPE
- Gary Steele, President & CEO of Splunk
- Dr. Randir Thakur, President of Intel Foundry Services
For a full list of featured speakers, please click here.
For a full schedule of conversations, please click here.
To attend the virtual event and access 70+ pre-recorded sessions, please click here.
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"As our third annual event kicks off, I couldn't be more grateful for the companies and executives that took the time to participate," shared Daniel Newman, Founding Partner of Futurum Research and Co-Founder of The Six Five. "We set out to provide our audience with market insights, intelligence, and strategies that will propel businesses forward, especially in the current economy which is going to create new challenges that technology will be critical to help solve."
"We couldn't be prouder and more excited of the lineup of world-class CEO's and Business Leaders that will be presenting at this year's Summit," said Patrick Moorhead, Chief Analyst and CEO of Moor Insights & Strategy and Co-Founder of the Six Five. "As the speed of technology continues to accelerate, hearing from such a diverse and accomplished set of voices in the tech industry provides a wonderful opportunity for business leaders and learners worldwide."
ABOUT THE SIX FIVE
The Six Five is the leading media brand for high-tech analysis. Leading global tech analysts Patrick Moorhead (Moor Insights & Strategy) and Daniel Newman (Futurum Research) are front and center on analyzing the tech industry's biggest announcements each and every week and also conducting interviews with tech industry "insiders" on a regular basis.
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- CardiacSense was granted FDA clearance for Beat-by-Beat Heart Rate, and Oxygen Saturation (SpO2)
- Proprietary sensors enable highly accurate and reliable measurement of vital signs (99% sensitivity and specificity for beat-by-beat heart rate when comparted to Holter Monitor)
- CardiacSense plans to file additional indications during 2023 and has already gathered much of the clinical data required to support these submissions
CAESAREA, Israel, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CardiacSense Ltd., a digital health company that developed the world's most advanced, medically certified wearable device for monitoring vital signs announced receipt of U.S.A. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of its CSF-3 watch for measuring Beat-by-beat Heart Rate, and Oxygen Saturation of Arterial Hemoglobin (SpO2).
The CSF-3 watch has already received CE approval from the Europe Medical Device Regulation (MDR) for four indications including continuous monitoring of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and beat-by-beat pulse rate by photo-plethysmography (PPG) which are unique CE regulatory approvals. Leveraging the CE mark, CardiacSense has begun commercialization of the medical grade CSF-3 watch in a dozen countries across Europe, Asia and South America.
During 2023, the company plans to submit additional data to the FDA, much of which has already been generated, to support approval of additional indications. The company is in discussions with prospective USA commercial partners and expects to finalize agreements and launch in the US market in the second half of 2023.
Eldad Shemesh, CardiacSense Founder and CEO commented that "Motion artifacts are the key problem plaguing other PPG based systems. We have developed proprietary hardware, including a novel motion artifact sensor, which identify and cancel out motion artifacts thereby leaving us with a pure biometric signal for accurate vital sign monitoring. Clinical data submitted to the FDA demonstrated sensitivity and specificity of 99.6% for beat-by-beat heart rate when compared to Holter Monitor."
The company has conducted clinical trials demonstrating medical grade accuracy of the CSF-3 optical sensors for monitoring Cardiac Arrhythmias, Respiratory Rate (actual & variability), as well as Blood Pressure. The company will be submitting these data for FDA review over the course of 2023. In Q1 2022 the company submitted data for CE review for Respiratory Rate and Oxygen Saturation monitoring. With approval of these indications, CardiacSense will become the company with the largest number of regulatory-approved medical indications for a wearable device.
Samuel Viskin MD, Senior Electrophysiologist at Tel Aviv Medical Center, Israel and advisor to CardiacSense commented "the CSF-3 medical grade vital sign monitor from CardiacSense has the potential to dramatically improve the care we provide to patients with Cardiac Arrythmias like Atrial Fibrillation, as well as patients with chronic conditions like Heart Failure and COPD."
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The white sedan cruised past the gray, three-story rental home on a dead-end street in Moscow, Idaho. Then again. And again.
It was unusual behavior in the residential, hillside neighborhood in the quiet hours before dawn. And according to a police affidavit released Thursday, surveillance videos showing the vehicle that November night were key to unraveling the gruesome mystery of who killed four University of Idaho students inside the house.
With little else to go on as a panicked community demanded answers, investigators canvassed security footage from the neighborhood — including one recording of the car speeding away after the slayings — to get a sense of the killer's possible movements, the affidavit said.
Eventually, the document said, police were able to narrow down what was at first known only vaguely as a white sedan to a 2015 Hyundai Elantra registered to Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old doctoral student in criminology at Washington State University, just across the border in Pullman, Washington. Further investigation matched Kohberger to DNA at the crime scene, it said.
Kohberger made an initial appearance in an Idaho courtroom on Thursday following his extradition from Pennsylvania, where he was arrested last week. His attorney didn't immediately respond to a request for comment, though a public defender who represented him in Pennsylvania, Jason LaBar, has said he is eager to be exonerated and should not be tried “in the court of public opinion.”
“Tracking movements in public is an important technique when you haven't identified any suspects,” said Mary D. Fan, a criminal law professor at the University of Washington. “You can see movements in public even if you don't have probable cause to get a warrant. We live in a time of ubiquitous cameras. This is a remarkable account of what piecing together that audiovisual data can do.”
The car's first pass by the home was recorded at 3:29 a.m. on Nov. 13 — less than an hour before Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin were stabbed to death in their rooms, Moscow Police Cpl. Brett Payne wrote in the affidavit.
The vehicle drove by twice more and was recorded a fourth time at 4:04 a.m., Payne wrote. It wasn't seen on the footage again until it sped away 16 minutes later.
“This is a residential neighborhood with a very limited number of vehicles that travel in the area during the early morning hours,” Payne wrote. “Upon review of the video there are only a few cars that enter and exit this area during this time frame.”
A forensic examiner with the FBI determined the car to likely be a 2011-13 Hyundai Elantra, though subsequently said it could be a model as late as 2016, according to the affidavit.
Surveillance footage from the Washington State University campus offered further tantalizing information: A similar vehicle headed out of town just before 3 a.m. on the day of the killings and reappeared on cameras in Pullman just before 5:30 a.m., the affidavit said.
On Nov. 25, the Moscow Police Department asked regional law enforcement to look for a white Elantra. Three nights later, a WSU police officer ran a query for any white Elantras on campus.
One came back as having a Pennsylvania license plate and being registered to Kohberger. Within half an hour, another campus officer located the vehicle parked at Kohberger's apartment complex. It came back as having Washington state tags. Five days after the killings, Kohberger had switched the registration from Pennsylvania, his home state, to Washington, the affidavit said.
Investigators now had a name to go on, and further investigation yielded more clues. Kohberger's driver's license described him as 6 feet tall and 185 pounds, and his license photo showed him to have bushy eyebrows — all details consistent with a description of the attacker given by a surviving roommate, the affidavit said.
More research revealed that Kohberger had been pulled over by a Latah County, Idaho, sheriff's deputy in August while driving the Elantra. He gave the deputy a cellphone number.
Armed with that number, Payne obtained search warrants for the phone's historical data. The location data showed the phone was near his home in Pullman until about 2:42 a.m. on the morning of the killings. Five minutes later, the phone started using cellular resources located southeast of the home — consistent with Kohberger traveling south, the affidavit said.
There was no other location data available from the phone until 4:48 a.m., suggesting Kohberger may have turned it off during the attack in an effort to avoid detection, the affidavit said. At that point, the phone began taking a roundabout route back to Pullman, traveling south to Genesee, Idaho, then west to Uniontown, Washington, and north to Pullman just before 5:30 a.m. — around the same time the white sedan showed back up on surveillance cameras in town.
It remains unclear why the victims were targeted.
Kohberger opened the account for the phone on June 23, the affidavit said, and location data showed that he had traveled to the neighborhood where the victims were killed at least a dozen times before the attacks. Those visits all came late in the evening or early in the morning, the affidavit said, and it was on one of those trips that he was pulled over by the sheriff's deputy on Aug. 21.
The cellphone data also included another chilling detail, the affidavit said: The phone returned to the victims' neighborhood hours after the attack, around 9 a.m. But even though one of the surviving housemates had seen a strange man inside and heard crying after 4 a.m., the killings were not reported to police until later that day, and there was no police response at the scene by 9.
Though police had realized Kohberger, with his 2015 Elantra, was a person of interest by Nov. 29, they issued a news release on Dec. 7 asking for the public's help in finding a white 2011-13 Elantra. They suggested such a vehicle had been near the home early on Nov. 13 and that any occupants "may have critical information to share regarding this case.”
It wasn't clear why police issued that request, but law enforcement agencies sometimes use such public statements to throw off suspects and keep them from learning they're under suspicion. Tips poured in and investigators soon announced they were sifting through a pool of around 20,000 potential vehicles.
Kohberger apparently remained at WSU until mid-December, when he drove to his parents' house in Pennsylvania, accompanied by his father, in the Elantra. While driving through Indiana, Kohberger was pulled over twice on the same day for tailgating.
On Dec. 27, police in Pennsylvania recovered trash from the Kohberger family home and sent DNA evidence to Idaho, the affidavit said. The evidence matched the DNA found on the button snap of a knife sheath recovered at the crime scene, it said.
Kohberger is charged with four counts of first-degree murder and felony burglary. A status hearing in the case is set for Jan. 12. | https://www.kivitv.com/news/national/the-white-sedan-how-police-found-suspect-in-idaho-slayings | 2023-01-06 14:49:11 | 1 | https://www.kivitv.com/news/national/the-white-sedan-how-police-found-suspect-in-idaho-slayings |
TAIPEI, Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allion Labs, a leading consultant for Smart Home and IoT Ecosystem, is proud to announce the expansion of its smart home integrated consulting services to include the Matter certification. The company has already successfully supported numerous manufacturers in their smart home certification and validation efforts.
Allion Labs possesses a distinct advantage in supporting clients, as it has extensive experience in partnering with international associations to develop numerous certifications. The company has in-depth knowledge of certification and submission procedures and can provide support throughout the entire process, including facilitating communication between the client and the association. With a close relationship with the associations, Allion Labs can offer valuable insights during debugging and user experience design phases.
Allion offers a comprehensive range of services that cater to the needs of various industries. For manufacturers, services include consultations on compliance membership, test environment setup, basic test formulations, pre-testing, and certification tests. Services are also designed to help buyers make informed decisions, with a focus on user experience interoperability validation services. We also provide consultations in design, debugging, product procurement, user experience, integration, and AI Automation, ensuring that our clients receive the support they need at every stage of the process.
With comprehensive experience and know-how in the IoT market, Allion Labs further encourages manufacturers who aim to impress the end user to conduct interoperability tests, ecosystem simulations, and user scenario validations. Equipped with a broad selection of dedicated labs and an inventory of over 20,000 products, Allion's services ensure products work as designed with optimal performance. The company is also known for its certification and consulting services for a wide range of technologies. These services are available for many smart home products, such as smart assistants, speakers, controllers, appliances, media devices, and lighting products.
With a focus on quality and real-world performance, Allion Labs is well-equipped to assist brands and manufacturers in bringing their smart home and IoT products to market with confidence. For further information on smart home or other validation services, please refer to https://www.allion.com
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Founded in 1991, Allion Labs has accumulated over 30 years of testing experience. Headquartered in Taiwan with branches in the U.S., Europe, Japan, China, and South Korea, Allion can provide services wherever clients are. The company offers professional consulting services in research, design, quality, and production. Services include standard certification and compliance testing, product ecosystem scenario testing, test fixture design, and IIoT solutions.
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Federal prosecutors have considered charging Hunter Biden with three tax crimes and a charge related to a gun purchase, said two sources familiar with the matter.
The possible charges are two misdemeanor counts for failure to file taxes, a single felony count of tax evasion related to a business expense for one year of taxes, and the gun charge, also a potential felony.
Two senior law enforcement sources told NBC News about "growing frustration" inside the FBI because investigators finished the bulk of their work on the case about a year ago. A senior law enforcement source said the IRS finished its investigation more than a year ago.
The Washington Post previously reported that federal investigators believed they had gathered enough evidence to charge Hunter Biden with tax crimes and a false statement related to a gun purchase.
The decision on which charges to file, if any, will be made by U.S. Attorney David Weiss, who was appointed by President Donald Trump and retained by the Biden administration to continue the Hunter Biden investigation. There are no indications a final decision has been made, said the two sources familiar with the matter.
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NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Outset Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: OM) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased Outset Medical common stock between September 15, 2020, and June 13, 2022.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 6, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in OM:
https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/loss-submission-form-outset-medical-class-action?id=30194&from=4
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Outset Medical, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's flagship product, Tablo Hemodialysis System ("Tablo"), would require an additional 510(k) application to be filed with The United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), as defendants had "continuously made improvements and updates to Tablo over time since its original clearance"; (2) as a result, the Company could not conduct a human factors study on a cleared device in accordance with FDA protocols; (3) the Company's inability to conduct the human factors study subjected the Company to the likelihood of the FDA imposing a "shipment hold" and marketing suspension, leaving the Company unable to sell Tablo for home use; and (4) as a result, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and /or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Outset Medical you have until September 6, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Outset Medical securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the OM lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/loss-submission-form-outset-medical-class-action?id=30194&from=4.
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Apple HomeKit is now more convenient than ever
Apple hangs its hat on a streamlined, user-friendly experience. To that end, it offers periodic updates to its software, including operating systems such as macOS and iOS. At Apple’s latest Worldwide Developers Conference, it announced a refined Apple Home App that makes smart home management considerably easier. This is great news for users already invested in Apple’s smart home ecosystem, as well as prospective buyers weighing the pros and cons of getting into it for the first time.
What is Apple HomeKit?
You’ll need an Apple HomePod or the highly praised Apple TV streaming device to break into the ecosystem. While there’s a relatively high cost of entry, you can be almost certain that HomeKit devices are worth it, in terms of user experience. Like most of Apple’s devices and their surrounding ecosystem, HomeKit is somewhat of a walled garden, as developers go the extra mile to ensure compatibility and a streamlined experience.
Aside from the cost, the only drawback to the HomeKit ecosystem is that less devices support it compared to Alexa and Google Assistant. That’s changing, though, as more consumers adopt it and developers pour more resources into compatible devices.
How does the updated Apple Home app work?
The app’s basic organization marks the first noticeable change. Whereas before there were separate tabs for categories such as “Rooms” and “Automation”, things are broken down more logically now. Instead of the somewhat nebulous navigation options from before, now you can head straight for “Climate”, “Lights”, “Security” and other clearly-labeled categories.
But convenience isn’t the only thing the updated app brings. A new multi-camera feature lets you view up to four camera feeds simultaneously. This lets you quickly scan your entire security system at a glance, instead of waiting for an app to load separate feeds at a time when seconds might make a difference.
On top of HomeKit-specific upgrades, updates to the iPhone’s lock screen in iOS 16 make HomeKit investment more attractive than ever. Proud iPhone owners can now customize the lock screen by adding widgets and preset configurations based on time of day, location and other variables. It’s one more way Apple is working hard to make its smart devices as easy to use as possible.
Apple HomeKit now supports the Matter ecosystem
Formerly known as Connected Home over IP or CHIP, Google’s newly developed Matter ecosystem aims to bring wide-ranging compatibility to the formerly fragmented smart home space. A collective effort from smart home giants such as Google, Samsung SmartThings and Zigbee, Matter is poised to greatly enhance interoperability between smart devices. It will also significantly expand the selection of smart devices in nearly every category.
In addition to announcing the updated Home app, the 2022 WWDC brought the revelation that Apple HomeKit will, in fact, be part of this new all-encompassing standard. That’s great news for current and prospective HomeKit buyers, as it stands to minimize the ecosystem’s biggest fault.
Best Apple HomeKit smart devices
August 4th-Generation Smart Lock
No matter what smart home ecosystem you’re using, August’s most refined smart lock is one of the best choices. Its dependable geofencing, integrated Wi-Fi radio and extensive feature set leave almost nothing to be desired in terms of security and convenience.
Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Ecobee Premium Smart Thermostat
Few smart thermostats can keep you comfortable and save you money like Ecobee’s flagship. One of the best things about this thermostat is its support for multiple temperature- and humidity-detecting room sensors.
Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
For indoor or outdoor use, it’s hard to beat this powerful security camera with a high resolution and impressive HDR performance, plus highly effective color night vision. It connects directly to your Wi-Fi network and works best with the company’s cloud storage subscription, which only costs about $3 per month.
Sold by Amazon
With one look at the resolution, motion detection and pan and tilt functions of this wired, indoor camera and you might think it costs a fortune. In reality, it’s surprisingly affordable and features one of the best values on a home security camera.
Sold by Amazon
If you’re a fan of premium smart home devices, you’ve probably heard of the Philips Hue smart lighting family. It consistently gets rave reviews from owners and experts alike due to its powerful connectivity, advanced feature set and user-friendly device management.
Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Logitech Circle View Video Doorbell
As an Apple HomeKit-exclusive device, it’s no surprise that the Circle View doorbell is compact and effective, with clean lines, no-nonsense controls and premium video quality. Its wide field of view, two-way audio and HD color night vision make it a great choice for security-minded users.
Sold by Amazon
HomeKit users tend to gravitate toward high-end devices, and the flagship Sonos One smart speaker fits that bill perfectly. It delivers surprisingly good sound for its size, along with an integrated microphone for voice control and dependable wireless connectivity.
Just because some electronics don’t have any built-in smarts doesn’t mean they can’t be part of an effective smart home. These smart plugs are reliable, programmable and support Apple HomeKit integration.
Sold by Amazon
Perfect for killing two birds with one stone, the high-end Apple TV delivers a crisp, 4K resolution and one of the most highly lauded streaming interfaces. The integrated HomeKit hub makes it the ideal centerpiece for a connected Apple smart home.
Sold by Amazon
Whether you’re constantly using your keys, or you want to track your bicycle in case of theft, Apple’s revolutionary Bluetooth-based locator can help you keep tags on what’s important to you. They last for about a year before the battery needs replacing, which isn’t hard to do.
Sold by Amazon
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(NEXSTAR) — As flu and RSV move across the U.S. and elsewhere – in addition to COVID-19 – there are increasing concerns about strep throat, and the bacteria that causes it, streptococcus. Like RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, strep is especially of concern for younger people.
Going into winter 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it’s looking into a possible surge in invasive Group A strep infections in the U.S.
Two children died from group A strep in the Denver area since Nov. 1, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom has reported that at least 19 children have died from Strep A infection since Sept. 1.
While researching “strep throat” or “Group A strep,” you may also come across information on Group B strep, or even types C, D, F, G and H.
Groups A and B are the two groups most commonly associated with infections in humans. There are many key differences between Group A and B strep, as outlined by the CDC.
Group A strep (GAS)
What it can cause: Strep throat, scarlet fever, cellulitis, rheumatic fever, impetigo, streptococcal toxic shock syndrome, necrotizing fascitis, and post-streptoccal glomerulonephritis. These diseases and/or infections are often referred to as “invasive Group A strep infections,” or (iGAS).
Who’s most at risk: In general, school-aged children and adults who are in contact with them. Adults with other medical conditions, in addition to the elderly, are also at increased risk.
How it spreads: Respiratory droplets, direct contact with an infected person.
Group B strep (GBS)
What it can cause: Meningitis, bacterial pneumonia, urinary tract infections, sepsis. Group B strep can also cause infections of the blood (bacteremia), bone/joints and skin and soft tissues.
Who’s most at risk: Newborns and adults with medical conditions like diabetes, cancer and heart disease.
How it spreads: Group B strep is naturally found in some people’s intestines and genital tracts. Pregnant mothers can pass it on to newborns. The CDC says while it’s “generally unknown” how people spread GBS, you’re not at increased risk of getting sick by living with or being around people who do have it.
Treatment
For both types of strep, the CDC says antibiotics will usually be prescribed by a doctor. For certain conditions, like bone or soft tissue infections, surgery may be needed.
In October, Dr. Matthew Weissman of Mount Sinai Beth Israel hospital in Manhattan, told PIX11 Morning News that getting antibiotic treatment for strep is essential.
“The big problem with strep is that risk that if it’s untreated it can lead to other medical conditions, in particular rheumatic fever, which can cause all kinds of problems with your bones and joints and, most importantly, with your heart and heart valves,” he said. “So really important, if it is strep, to get antibiotics and to finish the full course of the antibiotics.” | https://phl17.com/nmw/whats-the-difference-between-strep-a-and-b/ | 2022-12-16 16:51:35 | 0 | https://phl17.com/nmw/whats-the-difference-between-strep-a-and-b/ |
Two businesses team up to open indoor farmers market in Denison
DENISON, Texas (KXII) - An ice cream shop and the Denison Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon on a brand new idea.
Sugar Booger’s partnered with the Downtown Denison Farmers Market to bring the vendors indoors.
Different vendors will be featured each week inside the ice cream store.
The market manager of the farmers market said it’s a great opportunity for local businesses to work together.
“The goal down here on Main Street is basically to get together and make the city better as a whole,” Downtown Denison Farmers Market Manager Brandy Day said. “This is just one more collaboration, I think, that’s bringing more and more people together here.”
The indoor farmers market will be open year round, while the traditional Downtown Denison Farmers Market is seasonal.
This year it begins on April 29th and runs every Saturday through Oct. 7th.
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