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Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Monday that quarterback Lamar Jackson’s postgame tweet Sunday in which he lashed out at a fan was “so out of character for him” and a reminder of the perils of social media. About an hour after the Ravens’ 28-27 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Jackson, a pending free agent, responded to a fan who’d tagged him in a tweet saying the Ravens should not commit to him financially. Jackson told the fan to “STFU” — “shut the [expletive] up” — and ended his comment with a vulgar insult. Before the message was deleted hours later, it had been retweeted thousands of times. Harbaugh said he spoke with Jackson on Monday morning about the exchange, a rare outburst from a typically poised team leader. “That’s not the way he speaks, it’s not the way he talks, it’s not the words he ever uses,” Harbaugh said. “I’ve never heard him say things like that before. … He wants to win. I’m sure he’s frustrated, just like we all are, and that’s just a place you just don’t want to live right after a game. I know he understands that.” Jackson, who typically addresses reporters on Wednesdays, seemed frustrated at times in his news conference after Sunday’s loss, in which his 343 total yards of offense and late go-ahead touchdown pass to tight end Josh Oliver weren’t enough to hold off the Jaguars. He tweeted at the fan about a half-hour after speaking with the media. Harbaugh said he talks with players about the media and social media, advising them to avoid scrolling through Twitter after games, especially losses. “It’s never going to be positive,” he said. “It’s not going to be a nice place. And I think that’s kind of reflected in Lamar’s response, because what he said was just so out of character for him.” Harbaugh said Jackson has “one of the biggest hearts of anybody I know.” “You all have seen him, the way he treats people, the way he treats kids, the way he treats the media,” he said. “And he’s also one of the biggest competitors I’ve ever met. So those kind of conversations he takes very seriously, you know? So you get trapped sometimes by someone that’s baiting you just a little bit, and you can’t live there. It’s not important. … That’s something I love about him, but I think that’s not a place he wants to be and that’s certainly not things that he wants to say.” () Join the Conversation We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful, threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, indecent or otherwise objectionable to us, and to disclose any information necessary to satisfy the law, regulation, or government request. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions.
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COLUMBIA, Md., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stage Front and DAZN Boxing Show host Barak Bess recently kicked off a social media partnership putting the boxing fans at the forefront. The first of many giveaway collaborations between the two commenced last week with Stage Front and Barak offering two complimentary tickets to one lucky winner for the Rodriguez vs Rungvisai fight June 25th in San Antonio. For Stage Front, this is the new normal. Almost every week there is a new giveaway featured on their website, with past giveaways including Canelo Alvarez tickets, signed gloves, El Clasico soccer trips, and NASCAR VIP Passes. Stage Front brings a new approach to the ticketing and hospitality terrain, with fans being the main focus and priority. They encourage fans to reach out, and share fan experiences across social media, while also offering exclusive packages and events for fans to purchase tickets to at the lowest prices on the market. As for Barak, he feels as though he was put on earth for a purpose- to grow the game that he loves. His life revolves around boxing. Between the DAZN Boxing Show he hosts Monday through Friday, his Sirius XM gig, and all the time spent at the ring/interviewing boxers, Barak always has a finger on the boxing pulse. And boxing fans love Barak. They love his brutal honesty and trust him as a boxing source, which made the decision for Stage Front to reach out regarding a partnership almost a no-brainer. Boxing fans have a lot to look forward to, with Stage Front recently becoming the official ticketing and hospitality partners of Matchroom Boxing, creating even more of an ease for fans to connect with the sport of boxing. Barak is also set up for an exciting year, with the DAZN Boxing Show flourishing and his fanbase ever growing. Fans can expect to see plenty of boxing giveaways and events with the new Barak and Stage Front partnership. For more information on current Stage Front giveaways and events, head to StageFrontVIP.com Stage Front has been a leader in event ticket technology and industry partnerships since 1984. Through these partnerships, whether serving as the primary ticket seller, secondary market, or hospitality package provider, Stage Front offers the widest range of event experience available in the marketplace. Visit StageFrontVIP.com to learn more. Contact: Casey DeVito Communications Manager 443-393-6994 View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/stage-front-and-dazns-barak-bess-join-forces-in-fan-focused-partnership-301575084.html SOURCE Stage Front
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NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Brunswick Bancorp ("Brunswick" or the "Company") (OTC: BRBW) in connection with the proposed acquisition of the Company by Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. ("Mid Penn") (NASDAQ: MPB). Under the merger agreement, Brunswick shareholders will have the option to elect to receive either 0.598 shares of Mid Penn common stock, representing implied per-share consideration of $9.84 based upon Mid Penn's December 20, 2022 closing price of $16.45, or $18.00 in cash for each common share of Brunswick they own, subject to proration to ensure that, in the aggregate, 50% of the transaction consideration will be paid in the form of Mid Penn common stock. The transaction is valued at approximately $53.9 million. If you own Brunswick shares and wish to discuss this investigation or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests, visit our website: https://www.weisslaw.co/news-and-cases/brbw Or please contact: Joshua Rubin, Esq. Weiss Law 305 Broadway, 7th Floor New York, NY 10007 (212) 682-3025 (888) 593-4771 stockinfo@weisslawllp.com Weiss Law is investigating whether (i) Brunswick's board of directors acted in the best interests of Company shareholders in agreeing to the proposed transaction, (ii) the merger consideration adequately compensates Brunswick's shareholders, and (iii) all information regarding the sales process and valuation of the transaction will be fully and fairly disclosed. Weiss Law has litigated hundreds of stockholder class and derivative actions for violations of corporate and fiduciary duties. We have recovered over a billion dollars for defrauded clients and obtained important corporate governance relief in many of these cases. If you have information or would like legal advice concerning possible corporate wrongdoing (including insider trading, waste of corporate assets, accounting fraud, or materially misleading information), consumer fraud (including false advertising, defective products, or other deceptive business practices), or anti-trust violations, please email us at stockinfo@weisslawllp.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Weiss Law
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The first case of monkeypox virus has reached Delaware. Here's what you need to know The monkeypox virus, or MPX, has arrived in Delaware, according to the state Division of Public Health. The state agency announced on Tuesday that a 41-year-old New Castle County man tested positive for MPX in test results received this week. This positive case is considered probable until testing is confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to the DPH news release. The Delaware man did not report any travel or exposure to someone known to have MPX, but he was likely exposed to the virus after close intimate contact with an individual in early July, DPH said. The man is self-isolating and DPH is working with him to identify any possible close contacts. DPH is also working with the CDC to confirm the course of treatment for this individual. “The Delaware Division of Public Health has prepared to respond to MPX cases,” said DPH Interim Director Dr. Rick Hong. “As we work to confirm our first case in the state, we encourage Delawareans to be aware of being in close intimate contact with individuals who have rashes or flu-like symptoms. We will continue to monitor this situation closely.”' The first case of human monkeypox virus infection in Maryland was reported in mid-June, and the state currently has 22 cases, according to CDC data. This data shows that New Jersey reported 11 cases and Pennsylvania has 27 people who have been infected. MONKEYPOX IN MARYLAND:First case of human monkeypox infection reported in Maryland More than 860 people have tested positive for the monkeypox virus in the United States as of Tuesday, but no deaths have been reported in the country, according to the CDC. The virus is rarely fatal. What is monkeypox? MPX is a rare disease caused through infection with the monkeypox virus, DPH said. The virus can make you sick, causing a rash, which may look like pimples or blisters, often with an earlier flu-like illness. People can get the virus from an animal, human, or materials contaminated with the virus. The virus enters the body through broken skin (even if not visible), the respiratory tract, or mucous membranes in the eyes, nose or mouth. MONKEYPOX:US to release at least 1.6 million vaccines to fight monkeypox by end of year, officials say The overall risk of MPX is low, generally caused by close intimate contact, according to public health officials. Still, the virus can spread through the following ways: - direct contact with the infectious rash, scabs or body fluids - respiratory secretions during prolonged, face-to-face contact, or during intimate physical contact, such as kissing, cuddling or sex - touching items (such as clothing or linens) that previously touched the infectious rash or body fluids - pregnant people can spread the virus to their fetus through the placenta - It’s also possible for people to get MPX from infected animals, either by being scratched or bitten by the animal or by preparing or eating meat or using products from an infected animal. The incubation period of the illness − or the time from infection to symptoms − is typically seven to 14 days but can last as long as 21 days. People are typically sick for two to four weeks, and the illness is rarely fatal. People who do not have symptoms cannot spread the virus to others. What are the signs and symptoms? Public health officials said the symptoms of MPX are similar to but milder than the symptoms of smallpox. Symptoms usually start within three weeks of exposure to the virus. SYMPTOMS:'Bursts of sharp jabbing pain': What it's like to have monkeypox – and the fight against stigma Most people who contract MPX will develop a rash, and some will develop flu-like symptoms beforehand. The flu-like symptoms may include fever, headache, muscle aches and backache, sore throat, cough, swollen lymph nodes, chills or exhaustion. If someone has flu-like symptoms, they will usually develop a rash one to four days later. If you suspect you are experiencing any symptoms associated with MPX, DPH advises people to immediately: - Contact their health care provider and mention their concerns - Self-isolate until all lesions have resolved, the scabs have fallen off, and a fresh layer of intact skin has formed - Avoid being intimate with others - Make a list of their close and intimate contacts in the last 21 days Is there a treatment for monkeypox? There is no specific treatment for monkeypox virus infection, DPH said in the news release. Instead, the smallpox vaccine, antivirals, and vaccinia immune globulin (VIG) can be used. The CDC recommends vaccination for people who have been diagnosed with or exposed to MPX and people who are at higher risk of being exposed to the virus, including: - People who have been identified as a contact of someone with MPX - People who are aware that one of their sexual partners in the past 2 weeks has been diagnosed with MPX - People who had multiple sexual partners in the past 2 weeks in an area with known MPX - People whose jobs may expose them to MPX such as laboratory and some health care or public health workers VACCINES:How to get a vaccine against monkeypox in the US. Who should get one? How to prevent MPX infection Delaware public health officials have the following recommendations to avoid infection: - Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that looks like MPX. - Do not touch the rash or scabs of a person with MPX. - Do not kiss, hug, cuddle or have sex with someone with MPX. - Do not share eating utensils or cups with a person with MPX. - Do not handle or touch the bedding, towels, or clothing of a person with MPX. - Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. To learn more, visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dph/epi/emerginginfectiousdiseases.html or call DPH’s Office of Infectious Disease Epidemiology 24/7 emergency contact number at 888-295-5156. Emily Lytle covers Sussex County from the inland towns to the beaches. Got a story she should tell? Contact her at elytle@delmarvanow.com or 302-332-0370. Follow her on Twitter at @emily3lytle.
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2022-07-12 17:08:57
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Pega received the highest possible score of 100 for its dedication to disability inclusion and equality in the workplace CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGA), the low-code platform provider that builds agility into the world's leading organizations, today announced it has earned the top score on the Disability Equality Index (DEI), which is recognized as one of the most robust disability inclusion assessment tools. Pega received the highest possible scores across all of DEI's evaluation categories – including culture & leadership, enterprise-wide access, employment practices, and community engagement – resulting in the highest possible score of 100 and the distinction of "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion." Built on the idea of adaptability, Pega supports its people and communities by providing a safe and inclusive work environment. In its people-focused approach to technology and business, Pega has significantly invested in creating accessible, inclusive user experiences. Key initiatives include: - Launching its Persons with Disabilities employee resource group, which focuses on recruitment, retention, career advancement, and social impact, including building partnerships with global and local charitable organizations that support people with disabilities. - Building an accessibility team that works with design, product, and engineering teams to test and provide guidance and feedback on software applications. - Creating an internal accessibility portal with role-based training and guidance for understanding and implementing accessibility best practices. - Launching the Advanced Allyship Program to help employees learn about allyship, discover implicit biases, build empathy, and understand the challenges of underserved groups. Pega also hosted a series of inclusive leadership and workplace sessions for its employees. - Conducting usability testing with users with varying visual impairments and working with third parties for accessibility audits of its low-code Pega Platform™, as well as hiring specialists in accessibility requirements and native users of assistive technology. The DEI is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation's largest disability rights organization, and Disability:IN, the global business disability inclusion network, to collectively advance the inclusion of people with disabilities. The DEI Advisory Committee, a diverse group of business leaders, policy experts, and disability advocates, developed the DEI, a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. Each company receives a score, on a scale of zero (0) to 100, with those earning 80 and above recognized as a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion." For more information about the awards program and the full list of top scorers, visit: https://disabilityin.org/what-we-do/disability-equality-index/2022companies/ Quotes & Commentary 'Pega is committed to maintaining a diverse and equitable culture where differences are not only respected but broadly celebrated," said Kate Parente, chief people officer, Pega. "We provide accessible work environments for all employees and aim to create an inclusive experience for clients and users of our low-code platform. Our DEI score recognizes Pega amongst the best in the industry for our initiatives and efforts towards disability inclusion and equity. We look forward to continuing our journey of cultivating a workplace dedicated to supporting and advancing persons with disabilities." Supporting Resources - Blog: Pega Celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day - Pega's Accessibility Statement - Report: Global Inclusion and Diversity Update - Background: Pega Global Inclusion and Diversity - Blog: PegaCares: How Pega employees do good, together About Pegasystems Pega provides a powerful low-code platform that builds agility into the world's leading organizations so they can adapt to change. Clients use our AI-powered decisioning and workflow automation to solve their most pressing business challenges – from personalizing engagement to automating service to streamlining operations. Since 1983, we've built our scalable and flexible architecture to help enterprises meet today's customer demands while continuously transforming for tomorrow. For more information on Pegasystems (NASDAQ: PEGA), visit www.pega.com. Press Contact: Ilena Ryan Pegasystems Inc. Ilena.ryan@pega.com (617) 866-6722 Twitter: @pega All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Pegasystems Inc.
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CALGARY, Alberta (AP) _ Shaw Communications Inc. (SJR) on Tuesday reported profit of $131.1 million in its fiscal fourth quarter. The Calgary, Alberta-based company said it had profit of 26 cents per share. The communications and media company posted revenue of $1.05 billion in the period. For the year, the company reported profit of $600.7 million, or $1.20 per share. Revenue was reported as $4.28 billion. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on SJR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/SJR
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2022-11-29 14:11:45
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JERUSALEM (AP) — The Israeli military said Thursday it has filed terror charges against a senior member of the Islamic Jihad militant group whose arrest in the occupied West Bank helped spark three days of heavy fighting in Gaza earlier this month. Islamic Jihad had demanded the release of Bassam al-Saadi and another detained Palestinian who is on a prolonged hunger strike as part of the Egyptian-brokered cease-fire that ended the fighting. The indictment signals that those demands will not be met. The military said al-Saadi, 62, stands accused of “committing crimes of affiliation with and activity in an illegal association” and receiving funds from Islamic Jihad in Gaza, as well as “impersonation, incitement and aiding contact with enemy elements,” the military said. Islamic Jihad is an Iran-sponsored Palestinian militant group that is opposed to Israel’s existence and has carried out scores of deadly attacks over the years targeting Israeli civilians. It operates in both the occupied West Bank and Gaza. Al-Saadi was arrested earlier this month during a night-time military raid in the West Bank city of Jenin. In response to his arrest, Islamic Jihad said it was going “on alert.” Israel says the group was planning a revenge attack from Gaza. In response to what it said was an imminent threat, Israel launched a wave of airstrikes in Gaza that killed a senior Islamic Jihad commander. The militants began launching hundreds of rockets at Israel hours later. The flare-up left 49 Palestinians dead, including the militant group’s top two commanders and 10 other fighters, before the cease-fire took effect. Gazan militants fired some 1,100 rockets, but no one on the Israeli side was killed or seriously wounded. It was the deadliest exchange of fire since last year’s war between Israel and Hamas, the militant group that has ruled Gaza for the last 15 years — and which did not take part in the latest fighting. Despite the lopsided toll, Islamic Jihad has held rallies across Gaza in recent days, including on Thursday, on the main road of Gaza’s Shijaiyah neighborhood. At a rally Wednesday in the southern town of Rafah, the militants displayed life-sized replicas of rockets. Al-Saadi has spent a total of 15 years over several stints in Israeli jails for being an Islamic Jihad member. Israel killed two of his sons, who were also Islamic Jihad militants, in separate incidents in 2002, and destroyed his home during a fierce battle in Jenin that year. Israeli forces have carried out regular operations into Jenin in recent months that the military says are aimed at dismantling militant networks in the wake of several deadly attacks inside Israel. The raids often ignite gunbattles with Palestinian militants. Since seizing power in 2007, Hamas has fought four wars with Israel, often with support from Islamic Jihad fighters. In the past, Islamic Jihad militants in Gaza have challenged Hamas by firing rockets, often without claiming responsibility, to raise the group’s profile. Israel and Western countries consider both Hamas and Islamic Jihad to be terrorist groups because they have carried out scores of deadly attacks over the years targeting Israeli civilians. Many Palestinians view the militants as freedom fighters resisting Israel’s 55-year military occupation of lands the Palestinians want for their future state.
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2022-08-25 20:37:46
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Year-over-year growth propels LRS success, talent acquisition and footprint expansion across the greater Midwest and South-Central United States CHICAGO, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LRS, among the nation's leading independent waste diversion, recycling and portable services providers, today announced it recently ranked for the third time on the prestigious Crain's Fast 50, and was named a repeat winner of the 2022 Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For award. The commendations recognize LRS' exponential revenue growth and ability to attract top talent into career opportunities across the Midwest and South-Central United States. The esteemed Crain's Fast 50 annual ranking recognizes the region's top-performing companies based on year-over-year revenue growth for the preceding five years. LRS, once again the only waste diversion, recycling and portable restroom company to make the list, qualified with a 28.5 percent average run-rate revenue from 2016 to 2021, verified by Crain's. The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® program identifies and honors organizations that display a commitment to excellence in their human resource practices and employee enrichment. Organizations are assessed on employee communication, work-life balance, education, diversity, recognition and retention. LRS Vice President of Human Resources Janet Haas said her team was excited for the recognition, adding: "Awards like this highlight the explosive growth LRS has experienced while attracting and retaining a diverse workforce comprised of top talent, from our drivers to fleet mechanics, post-collections and corporate support teams." LRS President and Chief Executive Officer Alan T. Handley said the timing couldn't be better as the company readies for its ten-year anniversary: "We thank Crain's and Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies for the honors, which validate our progress, success and growth trajectory, and cement our standing as one of the sustainability industry's best places to work." As a 2022 winner of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, LRS has the opportunity to apply for the national Best and Brightest Companies to Work For and winners will be announced this fall. LRS expanded significantly in 2021, completing 22 acquisitions across the nation's midsection. To-date in 2022, LRS has announced eight acquisitions to complement its explosive organic revenue growth. LRS is among the nation's leading independent waste diversion, recycling and portable services providers. Since 2013, LRS has specialized in delivering an exceptional customer experience for millions of residential and commercial customers across nine states: Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Kansas, Arkansas and Tennessee. Diversified and growing, LRS also offers affordable roll-off container services, C&D recycling, street sweeping, portable restroom rentals, on-site storage and temporary fencing. LRS owns and operates more than 65 facilities and thrives on the passion of 2,100 full-time employees. The company provides safe, innovative, sustainability-driven services to clean and beautify the cities, neighborhoods, and communities it serves. To learn more visit www.LRSrecycles.com. #BeyondWaste Jim Engineer Manager, Corporate Communications jengineer@lrsrecycles.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE LRS
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2022-08-04 19:56:56
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will head to Europe at week’s end for a three-country trip intended to bolster the international coalition against Russian aggression as the war in Ukraine extends well into its second year. The main focus of Biden’s five-day visit will be the annual NATO summit, held this year in Vilnius, Lithuania. Also planned are stops in Helsinki, Finland, to commemorate the Nordic country’s entrance into the 31-nation military alliance in April, and Britain, the White House announced Sunday. Biden will begin his trip next Sunday in London, and will meet with King Charles III at Windsor Castle the next day, according to Buckingham Palace. The president did not attend Charles’s coronation in May, sending first lady Jill Biden to represent the United States. In June, Biden hosted British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the White House, where the two leaders pledged continued cooperation in defending Ukraine. Sunak’s office said he looked forward to welcoming Biden and that their meeting would build on earlier visits. The NATO meeting comes at the latest critical point in the war. Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, says counteroffensive and defensive actions against Russian forces are underway as Ukrainian troops start to recapture territory in the southeastern part of the country, according to its military leaders. Jens Stoltenberg, NATO’s secretary-general, visited the White House on June 13, where he and Biden made clear that the Western alliance was united in defending Ukraine. Biden said during that meeting that he and other NATO leaders will work to ensure that each member country spends the requisite 2% of its gross domestic product on defense. “The NATO allies have never been more united. We both worked like hell to make sure that happened. And so far, so good,” Biden said as he sat alongside Stoltenberg, who is expected to extend his term for another year. “We see our joint strength in modernizing the relationship within NATO, as well as providing assistance to defense capabilities to Ukraine. When Finland joined NATO in April, it effectively doubled Russia’s border with the world’s biggest security alliance. Biden has highlighted the strengthened NATO alliance as a signal of Moscow’s declining influence. Sweden is also seeking entry into NATO, although alliance members Turkey and Hungary have yet to endorse the move. Biden will host Sweden’s prime minister, Ulf Kristersson, at the White House on Wednesday in a show of solidarity as the United States presses for the Nordic nation’s entry into NATO. Turkey’s president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has said Sweden is too lax on terrorist groups and security threats. Stoltenberg has said Sweden has met its obligations for membership through toughening anti-terrorist laws and other measures. Hungary’s reasons for opposing Sweden have been less defined, complaining about Sweden’s criticism of democratic backsliding and the erosion of rule of law. Hungary, while providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine, has also sought to balance its relations between NATO and Russia. Budapest is heavily reliant on Russia for its energy requirements. All nations in the alliance have to ratify the entry of a new member country. The White House has stressed that Sweden has fulfilled its commitments to join NATO and has urged that it join the alliance expeditiously. ___ Associated Press writers Sylvia Hui in London and Colleen Long contributed to this report.
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2023-07-03 02:47:00
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PROVO, Utah (AP) — A wrongful death lawsuit filed after an 11-year-old autistic boy was left in a hot car while under the watch of a care facility in Utah has been settled. The lawsuit filed against Roost Services and some of its employees in April stemmed from the July 2021 death of Joshua “Joshee” Hancey, who was left in a car for nearly three hours in American Fork south of Salt Lake City as temperatures reached the mid-90s, KSL-TV reported Sunday. Police Lt. Josh Christensen told reporters at the time that the car's windows were up, the doors were closed and the engine was off. Terms of the settlement have not been released. David S. Bridge, an attorney for one of the employees, declined to comment about the settlement out of respect to the parties in the lawsuit. The attorneys for Roost Services and two other employees did not respond to KSL's requests for comment. Peter Mifflin, the attorney for the boy's estate, said his clients hope the lawsuit leads to improvements in care to prevent similar mistakes from happening again. According to the lawsuit, Roost employees said they were understaffed and overworked at the time. A report filed by American Fork police also said a lack of communication led to the boy being left in the car, and police investigators recommended the employee in charge of watching the boy be charged with child abuse homicide and obstruction of justice. Utah County Attorney David Leavitt declined to file charges, saying the death was unintentional. Mifflin said he hopes Utah County will revisit the case with a new county attorney at the beginning of next year. “I still, to this day, find it interesting that, in the current environment in the state of Utah, someone who leaves a dog in the back of a car is charged immediately for animal cruelty without blinking, and that exact same conduct with regard to a human being is not charged at all. That still bothers me,” he said.
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2022-07-17 21:50:33
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- Antitrust approvals have been granted by the relevant governing authorities, including the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC"), with respect to the previously announced Pfizer Inc. acquisition of Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.; preliminary proxy statement has been filed with the SEC - NURTEC® ODT (rimegepant) TRx volumes grew 11% and net product revenue was $194 million, up sequentially 57% - Anticipated closing of the merger agreement necessitates accounting of derivative losses in the amount of $1.57 per share resulting in a total second quarter reported net loss of $6.21 per share; non-GAAP adjusted net loss1 for the second quarter was $3.82 per share - Featured 31 new and encore presentations, including three late-breakers and three oral presentations, spotlighting robust Nurtec ODT and zavegepant migraine data at the 64th annual scientific meeting of the American Headache Society; oral presentations included first of its kind study in migraine reporting on the safety and benefits of Nurtec ODT when used as preventive treatment and as-needed for acute treatment of migraine - Zavegepant nasal spray New Drug Application ("NDA") filing accepted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), with a Prescription Drug User Fee Act goal date set for first quarter of 2023 - Commenced enrollment in Phase 3 clinical trial assessing efficacy and safety of taldefgrobep alfa in patients with Spinal Muscular Atrophy NEW HAVEN, Conn., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd. (NYSE: BHVN), a biopharmaceutical company with a portfolio of innovative, late-stage product candidates targeting neurological diseases, including rare disorders, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022, and provided a review of recent accomplishments during and anticipated upcoming milestones. Vlad Coric, M.D., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Biohaven, commented, "As expected, we observed a strong rebound in NURTEC ODT net revenue as first quarter seasonal dynamics abated. Net product revenue of $194 million for the quarter represented a 57% sequential increase compared to the first quarter and reflects strong product demand. In addition, the sales mix of our 2-pack (16-tablet count) of Nurtec ODT continued to ramp in the second quarter. Investments made in first quarter copay programs drove volume and net revenue growth, and the benefits of the only 'all-in-one' therapy to treat and prevent migraine continued to resonate with and improve the lives of patients living with migraine. And now, with the intranasal zavegepant NDA filing acceptance, we are closer to bringing a new, critical medication to market that offers migraine patients ultra-rapid relief in as early as 15 minutes, and addresses the needs of patients experiencing nausea or vomiting who need non-oral treatment options." Dr. Coric continued, "We are excited about the vast opportunities beyond CGRP and have made tremendous strides across our broader pipeline, starting with our program in focal epilepsy with what we believe is a best-in-class approach to Kv7 potassium channel activation. We are working hard to expedite enrollment in our Phase 1 trial and look forward to exploring its potential in other epilepsy types as well as in pain and affective disorders. Likewise, we recently dosed the first subject in our Phase 3 trial evaluating taldefgrobep alfa in subjects with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA); we look forward to driving enrollment in this trial and exploring the potential of taldefgrobep alfa in additional indications. We also remain on track to report topline results from the verdiperstat arm of the platform trial in ALS, sponsored by the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS at Massachusetts General Hospital in the second half of the year. We are excited about the paradigm-shifting approaches we're exploring across our expanding pipeline and will continue working determinedly to improve outcomes for patients living with neuroscience diseases." Second Quarter and Recent Business Highlights - Q2 2022 net product revenue from sales of NURTEC ODT totaled $194 million, up sequentially 57% compared to Q1 2022 – NURTEC ODT has now achieved over 2,200,000 prescriptions, and over 79,000 unique prescribers through June 30, 2022, an increase of 11,500 prescribers from the first quarter, signaling continued traction across the prescribing community. The $194 million in net product revenues for the quarter represents a 109% increase over the second quarter of 2021 and a 57% increase from net product revenues over the first quarter of 2022. The increase of $70 million in net product revenues as compared to the first quarter of 2022 is due primarily to increased NURTEC ODT prescription sales volume and favorable pack mix per prescription. In addition, we continue to see improvements in patient affordability / copay support needs as patients satisfy annual deductible obligations. These are marginally offset by additional rebates during the second quarter of 2022 compared to the first quarter of 2022. The Company remains on track to meet full year 2022 net product sales guidance of $825 - $900 million. - Antitrust approval granted for proposed acquisition by Pfizer; other closing conditions – As previously disclosed, Biohaven entered into an agreement and plan of merger with Pfizer, Inc. ("Pfizer") on May 10, 2022, under which Pfizer will acquire Biohaven (the "Merger"). Under the terms of the agreement, Pfizer will acquire all outstanding shares of Biohaven not already owned by Pfizer for $148.50 per share in cash. Biohaven common shareholders, including Pfizer, will also receive 0.5 of a share of New Biohaven, a new publicly traded company that will retain Biohaven's non-CGRP development stage pipeline compounds, per Biohaven common share. The boards of directors of both Biohaven and Pfizer have unanimously approved the transaction. Pfizer will pay transaction consideration totaling approximately $11.6 billion in cash. Pfizer will also make payments at closing to settle Biohaven's third party debt and for the redemption of all outstanding shares of Biohaven's redeemable preferred stock. - U.S. FDA accepted Biohaven's zavegepant NDA filing for the acute treatment of migraine in adults – In May, the Company announced that the FDA filed and accepted for review the Company's recently submitted NDA for zavegepant, the only small molecule calcitonin gene-related peptide ("CGRP") receptor antagonist in an intranasal formulation, for the acute treatment of migraine in adults. The Prescription Drug User Fee Act ("PDUFA") goal date for completion of the FDA review of the NDA is set for the first quarter of 2023. The Company had announced the achievement of positive results in the pivotal trial of zavegepant for the acute treatment of migraine in adults in December, 2021. - Commenced enrollment in Phase 3 Spinal Muscular Atrophy ("SMA") study – In July, the Company commenced enrollment in a Phase 3 clinical trial assessing the efficacy and safety of taldefgrobep alfa in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Taldefgrobep targets myostatin, a natural protein that limits skeletal muscle growth, through two mechanisms: lowering myostatin directly and blocking key downstream signaling mechanisms. The Company expects to enroll approximately 180 patients in this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled global trial. - Global Coalition for Adaptive Research ("GCAR") commenced enrollment in Glioblastoma Adaptive Global Innovative Learning Environment ("GBM Agile") Phase 2-3 adaptive platform trial for patients with glioblastoma – In July, GCAR announced the activation of Biohaven's troriluzole and Vigeo Therapeutics' VT1021 in GBM AGILE, a patient-centered, adaptive platform trial for registration that tests multiple therapies for patients with newly-diagnosed and recurrent glioblastoma ("GBM"). GBM AGILE is an international, innovative platform trial designed to more rapidly identify and confirm effective therapies for patients with glioblastoma through response adaptive randomization. The new interventions are opening first at Henry Ford Health Cancer in Detroit under Henry Ford site Principal Investigator Dr. Tom Mikkelsen and will subsequently open at more than 40 trial sites across the United States with additional global sites to follow. - Phase 3 clinical trial of troriluzole did not reach statistical significance in overall SCA population – In May, the Company announced top-line results from a Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of its investigational therapy, troriluzole, in patients with spinocerebellar ataxia (SCA). The primary endpoint, change from baseline to Week 48 on the modified functional Scale for the Assessment and Rating of Ataxia (f-SARA), did not reach statistical significance in the overall SCA population as there was less than expected disease progression over the course of the study. However, post hoc analysis of efficacy measures by genotype suggested a treatment effect in patients with the SCA Type 3 (SCA3) genotype, which represents the most common form of SCA and accounted for 41 percent of the study population. In the SCA3 subgroup, troriluzole showed a numerical treatment benefit on the change in f-SARA score from baseline to Week 48 compared to placebo. Given the debilitating nature of the disease and lack of approved therapies, the Company intends to share the SCA3 genotype data with regulators and work with the FDA to address a path forward for troriluzole in SCA. - Presented new Nurtec ODT, zavegepant, and migraine health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) data at the American Headache Society Annual Scientific Meeting – In June, the Company presented 31 new and encore presentations, including three late-breakers and three oral presentations, at the 64th annual scientific meeting of the American Headache Society. Key updates: Upcoming Milestones: Biohaven is continuing to support the commercialization of NURTEC ODT for the acute and preventive treatment of migraine, as well as develop its product candidates through clinical and preclinical programs in a number of common and rare disorders. The Company expects to reach significant pipeline milestones across its platforms in the coming quarters. Biohaven expects to: - Consummate the acquisition by Pfizer by early 2023, subject to the completion of the new Biohaven spin-off transaction and other customary closing conditions. - Advance Phase 1 study of BHV-7000 (Kv7) in focal epilepsy. - Continue to advance the commercialization of NURTEC ODT (rimegepant) for the acute and preventive treatment of migraine. - Continue to advance the zavegepant (intranasal spray) program towards commercialization for the acute treatment of migraine. - Submit an NDA for the acute treatment of migraine in China in the second half of 2022. - Report topline of verdiperstat in ALS in the second half of 2022. - Complete enrollment in Phase 3 study of troriluzole in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in 2023. Capital Position: Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of June 30, 2022, were $553.5 million, excluding $0.8 million of restricted cash, compared to $364.6 million as of December 31, 2021. On January 4, 2022, we received $500.0 million in upfront proceeds from Pfizer relating to our strategic collaboration arrangement, consisting of $150.0 million cash and $350.0 million in proceeds from the purchase of Biohaven common shares at a 25% market premium. In addition, during the second quarter of 2022 we drew $125.0 million in non-dilutive committed capital from our credit facility with Sixth Street. Second Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights Product Revenue, Net: Net product revenue was $194.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $92.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase of $101.0 million in net product revenue was primarily due to increased NURTEC ODT sales volume as well as an increase in average pills per prescription during the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase in the second quarter of 2022 compared to the second quarter of 2021 was also benefited from improved patient affordability support, partially offset by additional rebate related sales allowances. Collaboration and Other Revenue: Collaboration and other revenue was $21.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022. No collaboration and other revenue was recognized for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The collaboration and other revenue recognized during the three months ended June 30, 2022 was primarily due to $20.0 million of variable consideration recognized as part of our collaboration arrangement with Pfizer. Research and Development ("R&D") Expenses: R&D expenses, including non-cash share-based compensation costs, were $218.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $77.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase of $141.1 million was primarily due to the acquisition of our Kv7 Platform from Knopp Biosciences LLC in April 2022 for $93.7 million and a $25.0 million development milestone related to BHV-7000, increased program expenses for rimegepant, and increased personnel costs. Non-cash share-based compensation expense was $16.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, an increase of $7.4 million as compared to the same period in 2021. Selling, General and Administrative ("SG&A") Expenses: SG&A expenses, including non-cash share-based compensation costs, were $250.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $170.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase of $80.4 million was primarily due to increases in spending to support increased commercial sales of NURTEC ODT, including the launch of NURTEC ODT for the preventative treatment of migraine which was approved by the FDA in May of 2021. Additionally, approximately $9.6 million of the increased SG&A expense related to fees incurred in connection with the Pfizer Merger, including increased legal and accounting costs. Less than half of the SG&A expense was for commercial organization personnel costs, excluding non-cash share-based compensation expense. Non-cash share-based compensation expense was $23.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, an increase of $7.3 million as compared to the same period in 2021. Other Expense, Net: Other expense, net was $152.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $34.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase of $117.3 million in net expense was primarily due to a $109.7 million change in fair value of derivative liabilities, as well as $9.3 million of increased interest expense as a result of additional borrowings under our debt facility with Sixth Street Specialty Lending, Inc. ("Sixth Street"). The change in fair value of derivative liabilities was a result of derivative liabilities recorded in connection with change of control provisions associated with the pending acquisition of Biohaven by Pfizer for our series A and B preferred shares and term loans with Sixth Street. Net Loss: Biohaven reported a net loss attributable to common shareholders for the three months ended June 30, 2022, of $441.4 million, or $6.21 per share, compared to $210.6 million, or $3.23 per share for the same period in 2021. Anticipated closing of the merger agreement necessitates accounting of derivative losses in the amount of $1.57 per share resulting in a total second quarter reported net loss of $6.21 per share. Non-GAAP adjusted net loss for the three months ended June 30, 2022 was $271.4 million, or $3.82 per share, compared to $170.9 million, or $2.62 per share for the same period in 2021. These non-GAAP adjusted net loss and non-GAAP adjusted net loss per share measures, more fully described below under "Non-GAAP Financial Measures," exclude non-cash share-based compensation charges, non-cash interest expense related to the accounting for mandatorily redeemable preferred shares and liability related to sale of future royalties, changes in the fair value of derivatives and gains or losses from equity method investment. A reconciliation of the GAAP financial results to non-GAAP financial results is included in the tables below. Non-GAAP Financial Measures This press release includes financial results prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP), and also certain non-GAAP financial measures. In particular, Biohaven has provided non-GAAP adjusted net loss and adjusted net loss per share, adjusted to exclude the items below. Non-GAAP financial measures are not an alternative for financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. However, Biohaven believes the presentation of non-GAAP adjusted net loss and adjusted net loss per share, when viewed in conjunction with GAAP results, provides investors with a more meaningful understanding of ongoing operating performance. These measures exclude (i) non-cash share-based compensation, which is substantially dependent on changes in the market price of common shares, (ii) interest expense related to the accounting for our mandatorily redeemable preferred shares and liability related to sale of future royalties, which are in excess of the actual interest owed, (iii) changes in the fair value of derivative liability, which does not correlate to actual cash payment obligations in the relevant periods, and (iv) gains or losses from equity method investment, which are non-cash and based on the financial results and valuation of another company that we did not manage or control. Biohaven believes the presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures provides useful information to management and investors regarding Biohaven's results of operations. When GAAP financial measures are viewed in conjunction with these non-GAAP financial measures, investors are provided with a more meaningful understanding of Biohaven's ongoing operating performance and are better able to compare Biohaven's performance between periods. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures are among those indicators Biohaven uses as a basis for evaluating performance, and planning and forecasting future periods. These non-GAAP financial measures are not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP financial measures. A reconciliation between these non-GAAP measures and the most directly comparable GAAP measures is provided later in this press release. About Biohaven Biohaven is a global commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company with a portfolio of innovative therapies to improve the lives of patients with debilitating neurological and neuropsychiatric diseases, including rare disorders. Biohaven's Neuroinnovation™ portfolio includes FDA-approved NURTEC® ODT (rimegepant) for the acute and preventive treatment of migraine (EMA-approved as VYDURA® for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura, and prophylaxis of episodic migraine in adults who have at least four migraine attacks per month) and a broad pipeline of late-stage product candidates across five distinct mechanistic platforms: CGRP receptor antagonism for the acute and preventive treatment of migraine and other CGRP-mediated diseases; glutamate modulation for obsessive-compulsive disorder and spinocerebellar ataxia; myeloperoxidase (MPO) inhibition for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis; Kv7 ion channel activators for focal epilepsy and neuronal hyperexcitability, and myostatin inhibition for neuromuscular diseases. More information about Biohaven is available at www.biohavenpharma.com. Forward-Looking Statements This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The use of certain words, including "believe", "continue", "may", "will", "anticipate", "expect" and similar expressions, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties, including statements that are based on the current expectations and assumptions of Biohaven's management about NURTEC ODT as an acute treatment for patients with migraine and preventive treatment for migraine. Factors that could affect these forward-looking statements include those related to: Biohaven's ability to effectively commercialize NURTEC ODT, delays or problems in the supply or manufacture of NURTEC ODT, complying with applicable U.S. regulatory requirements, the expected timing, commencement and outcomes of Biohaven's planned and ongoing clinical trials; the timing of planned interactions and filings with the FDA; the timing and outcome of expected regulatory filings; the potential commercialization of Biohaven's product candidates; the potential for Biohaven's product candidates to be first in class or best in class therapies; and the effectiveness and safety of Biohaven's product candidates. Various important factors could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those that may be expressed or implied by forward-looking statements. Additional important factors to be considered in connection with forward-looking statements are described in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 25, 2022, and in Biohaven's subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this new release, and Biohaven does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. About NURTEC ODT NURTEC ODT (rimegepant) is the first and only calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist available in a quick-dissolve ODT formulation that is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura and the preventive treatment of episodic migraine in adults. The activity of the neuropeptide CGRP is thought to play a causal role in migraine pathophysiology. NURTEC ODT is a CGRP receptor antagonist that works by reversibly blocking CGRP receptors, thereby inhibiting the biologic activity of the CGRP neuropeptide. The recommended dose of NURTEC ODT is 75 mg, taken as needed, up to once daily to treat or every other day to help prevent migraine attacks. For more information about NURTEC ODT, visit www.nurtec.com. The most common adverse reaction was nausea and abdominal pain/indigestion. Avoid concomitant administration of NURTEC ODT with strong inhibitors of CYP3A4, strong or moderate inducers of CYP3A or inhibitors of P-gp or BCRP. Avoid another dose of NURTEC ODT within 48 hours when it is administered with moderate inhibitors of CYP3A4. Indication NURTEC ODT orally disintegrating tablets is a prescription medicine that is used to treat migraine in adults. It is for the acute treatment of migraine attacks with or without aura and the preventive treatment of episodic migraine. It is not known if NURTEC ODT is safe and effective in children. Important Safety Information Do not take NURTEC ODT if you are allergic to NURTEC ODT (rimegepant) or any of its ingredients. Before you take NURTEC ODT, tell your healthcare provider (HCP) about all your medical conditions, including if you: - have liver problems, - have kidney problems, - are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, - breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Tell your HCP about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. NURTEC ODT may cause serious side effects including allergic reactions, including trouble breathing and rash. This can happen days after you take NURTEC ODT. Call your HCP or get emergency help right away if you have swelling of the face, mouth, tongue, or throat or trouble breathing. This occurred in less than 1% of patients treated with NURTEC ODT. The most common side effects of NURTEC ODT were nausea (2.7%) and stomach pain/indigestion (2.4%). These are not the only possible side effects of NURTEC ODT. Tell your HCP if you have any side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088 or report side effects to Biohaven at 1-833-4Nurtec. Please click here for full Prescribing information and Patient Information. Biohaven Contacts Investor Relations Jennifer Porcelli, VP, Investor Relations Biohaven Pharmaceuticals jennifer.porcelli@biohavenpharma.com +1 (201) 248-0741 Media Mike Beyer, Media Relations Counselor Sam Brown Inc. mikebeyer@sambrown.com +1 (312) 961-2502 NURTEC, NURTEC ODT and VYDURA are registered trademarks of Biohaven Pharmaceutical Ireland DAC. Neuroinnovation is a trademark of Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd. 1 Adjusted net loss per share is a non GAAP measure as defined below. See the tables below for a reconciliation to the most comparable GAAP measure. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
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It's anyone's guess what the midterm election results will be, and one company will pay you six figures if you can guess correctly. Kalshi calls itself a forecasting app and will give $100,000 to anyone who can pick the winners of every U.S. congressional race this year. Kalshi wants to take things a step further by allowing people to bet on the results of elections. Experts say the pros and cons of the proposal are not the same as other forms of gambling. A rival app, Predict It, launched a few years ago to take bets on U.S. elections. Federal regulators allowed it to operate in this country because it claimed to be a nonprofit and is run by a university. But in August, regulators told Predict It that it would have to shut down next year. They did not give a reason. Experts say security is an ongoing concern. Bloomberg reports that regulators will block Kalshi's proposal for betting on election results, but so far, there has not been an official vote. Regulators did not respond to our requests for comment.
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Before they were driven to extinction, giant elephant birds roamed Madagascar, weighing up to 2,000 pounds and towering 10 feet tall. A new analysis gives hints as to how many species there once were. Copyright 2023 NPR Before they were driven to extinction, giant elephant birds roamed Madagascar, weighing up to 2,000 pounds and towering 10 feet tall. A new analysis gives hints as to how many species there once were. Copyright 2023 NPR
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WFO SEATTLE Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Wednesday, August 10, 2022 _____ RED FLAG WARNING URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Seattle WA 253 PM PDT Wed Aug 10 2022 ...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 650, 651, AND 652... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 650 North Coastal Lowlands, Fire Weather Zone 651 Central Coastal Lowlands and Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * THUNDERSTORMS...Abundant lightning from scattered thunderstorms. * IMPACTS...Scattered lightning in dry fuels can cause multiple fire starts. Thunderstorms can also bring sudden sharp wind shifts on existing fires, causing rapid changes in a fire's rate of spread and direction of spread. Thunderstorm outflow winds can be a threat for several hours following the start of a new lightning-caused fire. If a fire were to begin, air quality may diminish in the surrounding area. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either imminent or occurring now. Any fires that develop will likely spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. ...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PDT THURSDAY FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 658... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. _____ Copyright 2022 AccuWeather
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KAMPALA, Uganda — Heavy rains in hilly eastern Uganda triggered flooding that burst river banks and submerged homes and roads, killing at least 10 people, the Red Cross said Sunday. The death toll is likely to rise, with local reporters saying they spotted bodies being washed away by the torrent. “This disaster is due to environmental degradation,” Ugandan Prime Minister Robinah Nabanja told reporters from Mbale, adding that Ugandan security officials have been called to assist in rescue efforts. “How many people are going to die like this?” There are fears of more trouble ahead as the rainy season has just begun. Mbale and nearby districts are particularly vulnerable to flooding deaths because many residents have built homes by river banks and in the rugged foothills of Mount Elgon. Although hundreds have responded to the government’s call to be relocated over the years, some continue to resist, saying they aren’t comfortable leaving their ancestral lands. ___ Follow all AP stories on climate change issues at https://apnews.com/hub/climate-and-environment
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Wildland firefighters are calling on Congress and the Biden administration to make good on a promise made last year to permanently boost their pay and benefits. Copyright 2023 NPR Wildland firefighters are calling on Congress and the Biden administration to make good on a promise made last year to permanently boost their pay and benefits. Copyright 2023 NPR
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Houston-area Shell chemical plant catches fire DEER PARK, Texas (AP) — A chemical plant in the Houston area caught fire Friday, sending a huge plume of smoke into the sky. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said the fire was at a Shell USA Inc. facility in Deer Park, a suburb east of Houston. Officers received a service call just after 3 p.m. Friday to help divert traffic around the plant, Harris County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Thomas Gilliland said. The city of Deer Park said in an advisory that there was no shelter-in-place order for residents. Shell is conducting their own air quality monitoring but the city has yet to receive an update, said Kaitlyn Bluejacket, a spokesperson for the city of Deer Park. She said they have been advised by Shell that there is no need at the time to shelter in place, but that the city would update residents if that becomes the case. Fire crews from the plant and nearby plants are responding, as well as the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office, who is leading the response, Gilliland said. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said in a tweet his agency was responding to calls about “some type of explosion.” Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia said in a statement that his office has been assured that the situation is “under control” and that all employees have been accounted. Garcia urged people to avoid the area but said there is no shelter-in-place currently in effect. The cause of the fire remains unknown and under investigation by the Harris County Fire Marshal, according to Garcia. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality officials said in a statement that they are responding to the industrial fire and have deployed air monitoring assets from the Houston, Beaumont and Austin offices to support local response. Shell officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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MADISON, Wis., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. announced today the hiring of mortgage originator Michael Romano as Branch Sales Manager serving the greater Boston area, greater Massachusetts, and other states as well. "Mike's strengths are helping home buyers who want to understand fully the home buying process," said Fairway's President of Retail Sales East David Lazowski. "Mike's deep understanding of the mortgage process will benefit people entering a fast-changing home buying world." Romano joins Fairway after a four-year stint at NewFed Mortgage, and had served with the same production group for the past 20 years. "I am so excited to be able to tap into Fairway's extensive menu of loan products and technology," said Romano. "With Fairway's incredible nationwide support coupled with competitive rates, I'm really looking forward to helping borrowers navigate the current buying market." Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (NMLS #2289) is a full-service mortgage lender with a wide array of innovative products that can help make homeownership more affordable with the speed and service their clients deserve. Fairway is dedicated to finding great mortgage options and providing some of the fastest turn times for its buyers. We strive to exceed expectations, guarantee satisfaction, and earn trust. For more information, please visit fairway.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
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Authentic Mexican Street Food Meets High-Energy Experience ATLANTA, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlanta's exciting Mexican food dining scene evolution continues to expand as owners Damian Otero's and Miguel Hernandez's Rreal Tacos refines its high-energy brand and plans new locations in Chamblee and Sandy Springs in the next six months. "In Atlanta if you want real, authentic Mexico City tacos, you go to Buford Highway, but it's not a date night kind of place," explains Otero. "Conversely, if you want something upscale with great drinks, it's a mammoth restaurant with 'Americanized' food. We have created a niche intersecting the two." Patrons at the Midtown or West Midtown locations are transported into an atmosphere with modern Mexican aesthetics including music from popular artists such as Bad Bunny. "Our restaurants are designed for the new generation looking for a high-energy, upscale dining experience," says Otero. Otero and Hernandez have recruited top-level chefs, managers, and mixologists to ensure patrons have a one-of-a-kind experience. With Latinos now accounting for 11% of Atlanta's population, the bar for excellence in the taco scene is very high. "I believe diners realized five years ago they've been eating Tex-Mex their whole lives, and they are hungering for authenticity," he adds. Chefs Ignacio Barquera and Miguel Aguirre strive to recreate the characteristics of tacos from various regions of Mexico using fresh—never frozen—meat marinated for over 12 hours for dishes such as asada from northeastern Monterrey, birria barbacoa from Guadalajara, or taco al pastor, one of Mexico City's signature tacos. Desserts include platano macho – sweet plantain with cream and brown sugar. "We have a very high standard and believe our dishes surpass others because of our unwavering commitment to using the freshest cuts of meat and cooking with ingredients sourced only from Mexico," says Otero. Mixologists and beverage directors Arturo Salgado and Jesus Perez curate Rreal Taco's extensive list of libations including 24 creative cocktails, more than 200 different tequilas, and 100 mezcals. The extensive margarita collection is among the best in the city and includes the Malverde, fresco cucumber, spicy pineapple margarita, mezcalita, and Hennessy margarita. Otero and Hernandez are also co-founders of Resto, a technology company implementing a unique QR code configuration allowing them to reimagine the service model to provide an extraordinary guest experience. The QR code streamlines the order-taking process, connects it to the kitchen, and benefits the wait staff and diners. Having ordering and payment technology at their fingertips gives guests control over the pace of the meal. "With this data, we can better understand our customers' preferences and continue to deliver what our diners desire," says Hernandez. As a relatively new company, Rreal Tacos already offers top-level performing employees an opportunity to own equity in new locations. "We believe in creating opportunities for our team members to become partners as we expand," says Hernandez. Rreal Tacos' growth is burgeoning; the eatery will open locations in Chamblee and Sandy Springs within the next six months and is planning expansion to Buckhead, Decatur, and Gwinnett County. They are also eyeing operating partners in South Florida, Nashville, Charlotte, and surrounding cities. Owned by Damian Otero and Miguel Hernandez, Rreal Tacos brings the authentic flavor of Mexican street food to taco purists and connoisseurs at its two Atlanta locations: Midtown at 100 6th St. NE and West Midtown at 1000 Northside Dr. NW. New locations are planned in Chamblee and Sandy Springs in the next six months. Call (404) 458-5887 or visit rrealtacos.com for more information. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Rreal Tacos
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2022-11-02 23:06:53
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A federal appeals court Friday ruled in favor of a Texas law targeting major social media companies like Facebook and Twitter in a victory for Republicans who accuse the platforms of censoring conservative speech. But the decision by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans is unlikely to be the last word in a legal battle that has stakes beyond Texas, and could impact how some of the world’s biggest tech companies regulate content by their users. The Texas law, signed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott last year, has been challenged by tech trade groups that warn that it would prevent platforms from removing extremism and hate speech. A similar law was also passed in Florida and ruled unconstitutional by a separate appeal court. The final say is likely to come from the U.S. Supreme Court, which earlier this year blocked the Texas law while the lawsuit played out. “Today we reject the idea that corporations have a freewheeling First Amendment right to censor what people say,” U.S. Circuit Court Judge Andrew Oldham wrote. NetChoice, one of the groups challenging the law, expressed disappointment in a statement that pointed out the ruling was the opposite of the decision made in the lawsuit over the Florida law. “We remain convinced that when the U.S. Supreme Court hears one of our cases, it will uphold the First Amendment rights of websites, platforms, and apps,” said Carl Szabo, NetChoice’s vice president and general counsel. Republican elected officials in several states have backed laws like those enacted in Florida and Texas that sought to portray social media companies as generally liberal in outlook and hostile to ideas outside of that viewpoint, especially from the political right. Justice Samuel Alito wrote in May that is not clear how the high court’s past First Amendment cases, many of which predate the internet age, apply to Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and other digital platforms. The Florida law, as enacted, would give Florida’s attorney general authority to sue companies under the state’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act. It would also allow individual residents to sue social media companies for up to $100,000 if they feel they have been treated unfairly. The Texas law only applies to the largest social media platforms that have more than 50,000 active users. Join the Conversation We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful, threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, indecent or otherwise objectionable to us, and to disclose any information necessary to satisfy the law, regulation, or government request. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions.
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2022-09-17 23:30:12
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Updated January 30, 2023 at 12:24 PM ET The top children's book awards were handed out Monday morning, at the American Library Association's annual Youth Media Awards. The Newbery Medal, which the American Library Association awards to the most distinguished American children's book published the previous year, went to Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson. The historical fiction novel revolves around two enslaved siblings' escape from a plantation to a free swamp community called Freewater. The setting of Freewater was inspired by the real-life Great Dismal Swamp, where self-emancipated, formerly enslaved people found refuge. But Luqman-Dawson says she wanted to infuse that history with magic. "I always felt that, especially in touching on African American history, that we have to have a space where we allow our feet to sort of lift off the ground and to fly," she tells Elizabeth Blair. She says the magical realism elements of her book help transport her young readers: it "takes them to a new place where they can kind of hear the voices of ... these people that have found freedom in the middle of enslavement." Luqman-Dawson, a debut author, says the idea for Freewater came to her nearly 20 years ago. "So that's a message to all those aspiring writers out there," she says. "Never let go of your dream of a story." Freewater also won the Coretta Scott King Author award. The Randolph Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children was awarded to Hot Dog, illustrated and written by Doug Salati. The book is about an overwhelmed pup who finds his calm on a trip to the beach. Salati grew up in upstate New York, and tells Elizabeth Blair that he never imagined living in New York City. But he's "come to love everything that the city is ... all the noise, all the bustle, all the commotion, all the intensity, all the people." But it's nice to escape, too. He remembers watching a dachshund romp on the beach one day: "Just really being a dog and just feeling relaxed and happy and free ... running and digging and finding rocks ... chasing the waves." Hot Dog is about carrying that feeling of peace and contentment – whether it's a place, or the company of loved ones – with you. "It's a good thing if you can try and hold on to that feeling," Salati says. "And I think that's what I was trying to do through this dog." The Newbery honor books were Iveliz Explains It All, The Last Mapmaker and Maizy Chen's Last Chance. And the Caldecott honor books were Ain't Burned All the Bright, Berry Song, Choosing Brave: How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement and Knight Owl. ALA's Youth Media Awards include many other honors as well, such as the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Book award, which was given to Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual, illustrated by Frank Morrison. Dr. Claudette McLinn, founder and executive director of the Center for the Study of Multicultural Children's Literature, was honored with the Coretta Scott King – Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement. Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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Lower prices offer Americans slight reprieve from inflation Washington — Falling prices for gas, airline tickets and clothes gave Americans a little bit of relief last month, though overall inflation is still running at close to its highest level in four decades. Consumer prices jumped 8.5% in July compared with a year earlier, the government said Wednesday, down from a 9.1% year-over-year increase in June. On a monthly basis, prices were unchanged from June to July, the first time that has happened after 25 months of increases. But the reprieve offered no certainty that prices would stay on the decline. Inflation has slowed in the recent past only to re-accelerate in subsequent months. And even if price increases continue to weaken, they are a long way from the Fed’s 2% annual target. “There’s good reason to think inflation will continue to slow,” said Michael Pugliese, an economist at Wells Fargo. “What I think gets lost in that discussion is, slow by how much?” Even if it were to fall to 4% — less than half its current level — Pugliese suggested that the Federal Reserve would need to keep raising interest rates or at least keep them high. Much of the relief last month was felt by travelers: Hotel room costs fell 2.7% from June to July, airfares nearly 8% and rental car prices a whopping 9.5%. Those price drops followed steep increases in the past year after COVID-19 cases eased and travel rebounded. Airfares are still nearly 30% higher than they were a year ago. Gas prices dropped from $5 a gallon, on average, in mid-June to $4.20 by the end of last month, and were just $4.01 on Wednesday, according to AAA. Oil prices have also fallen, and cheaper gas will likely pull down inflation this month as well, economists said. Last month's declines in travel-related prices helped lower core inflation, a measure that excludes the volatile food and energy categories and provides a clearer picture of underlying price trends. Core prices rose just 0.3% from June, the smallest month-to-month increase since March. Compared with a year ago, core inflation amounted to 5.9% in July, the same year-over-year increase as in June. All told, the July figures raised hope that inflation may have peaked after more than a year of relentless increases that have strained household finances, soured Americans on the economy, led the Federal Reserve to raise borrowing rates aggressively and diminished President Joe Biden's public approval ratings. Biden highlighted the flat monthly inflation figure. “I just want to say a number: zero,” he told reporters Wednesday. “Today we received news that our economy had zero percent inflation in the month of July.” Americans are still absorbing bigger price increases than they have in decades. Grocery prices jumped 1.1% in July and are 13% higher than a year ago, the largest year-over-year increase since 1979. Bread prices leaped 2.8% last month, the most in more than two years. Rental and medical care costs rose, though slightly less than in previous months. A strong job market and healthy wage increases have encouraged more Americans to move out on their own, reducing the number of available apartments and pushing up rental costs. Wall Street purchases of homes and trailer parks have also lifted monthly payments. Average paychecks are rising faster than they have in decades, but not fast enough to keep up with inflation. As a result, some retirees have felt the need in recent months to return to the workforce. Among them is Charla Bulich, who lives in San Leandro, California. For the past six months Bulich, 73, has worked a few hours a week caring for an elderly woman because her Social Security and food stamps don’t cover her rising costs. “I go over my budget all the time — that’s why I had to go get a job,” Bulich said. “I wouldn’t even think about buying hamburger meat or a steak or something like that.” Now she worries that she will lose her food stamps in the coming months because of her extra income. Michael Altfest, director of community engagement at the Alameda County Community Food Bank in Oakland, said his organization now provides about 4.5 million pounds of food a month, up from below 4 million in January. The group has also budgeted for a 66% increase in fuel costs. That's mostly because of higher gas prices but also because it's now using more trucks to keep up with the demand for food. Altfest’s own rent recently jumped 14%, he said, forcing him to recalibrate his budget. “All these costs are going up, all at once,” he said. “The people here were stretched already.” Last month's modest slowdown in inflation might enable the Fed to slow the pace of its increases in short-term rates when it meets in late September — a possibility that sent stock prices jumping. How quickly and how far the Fed raises borrowing costs has significant effects on the economy: Sharper hikes tend to reduce consumer and business borrowing and spending and make a recession more likely. If the Fed doesn't have to raise rates as high to restrain prices, it has a better chance of engineering an elusive “soft landing,” whereby growth slows enough to curb high inflation but not so much as to cause a recession. Still, Fed Chair Jerome Powell has emphasized that the central bank needs to see a series of lower readings on core inflation before it will pause rate hikes. The Fed has boosted its short term rate by 2.25 percentage points in the past four meetings, the fastest series of increases since the early 1980s. Biden has pointed to declining gas prices as a sign that his policies — including large releases from the nation’s strategic oil reserve — are helping lessen the higher costs that have hurt household finances, particularly for lower-income Americans and Black and Hispanic households. Republicans are stressing the persistence of high inflation as a top issue in the midterm congressional elections. Polls show that elevated prices have driven Biden’s approval ratings down sharply. There are other signs that inflation may fade in coming months. Americans’ expectations for future inflation have fallen, according to a survey by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, likely reflecting the drop in gas prices that is highly visible to most consumers. Inflation expectations can be self-fulfilling: If people believe inflation will stay high or worsen, they’re likely to take steps — such as demanding higher pay — that can send prices higher in a self-perpetuating cycle. Companies then often raise prices to offset higher their higher labor costs. But the New York Fed survey found that Americans’ foresee lower inflation one, three and five years from now than they did a month ago. Supply chain snarls are also loosening, with fewer ships moored off Southern California ports and shipping costs declining. Prices for commodities like corn, wheat and copper have fallen steeply. Stubborn inflation isn’t just a U.S. phenomenon. Prices have jumped in the United Kingdom, Europe and in less developed nations such as Argentina. In the U.K., inflation soared 9.4% in June from a year earlier, a four-decade high. In the 19 countries that use the euro currency, it reached 8.9% in June compared with a year earlier, the highest since record-keeping for the euro began. Associated Press Writer Zeke Miller contributed to this report.
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2022-08-10 20:43:11
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WASHINGTON — U.S. President Joe Biden has spoken with King Charles III to offer his condolences on the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The White House said Wednesday that Biden ” recalled fondly the Queen’s kindness and hospitality.” Biden and the First Lady, Jill Biden, stayed with the queen at Windsor Castle in June. The White House said Biden ”also conveyed the great admiration of the American people for the queen, whose dignity and constancy deepened the enduring friendship and special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom.” Biden is to join other world leaders next week at the queen’s state funeral in London. ___ KEY DEVELOPMENTS: — Thousands come for last glimpse of queen — London diaspora district remembers a queen — ambivalently — What to know about the queen’s lying in state — Renewed interest in UK memorabilia in Hong Kong — A piece of the queen: New souvenirs mark monarch’s death — Anger over past, indifference meets queen’s death in India — Former British colonies are conflicted over Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy — Find more AP coverage here: https://apnews.com/hub/queen-elizabeth-ii ___ OTHER DEVELOPMENTS: LONDON — The choir of Westminster Abbey and the choir of St. James’s Palace are singing as Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin arrives at Westminster Hall to lie in state before her funeral next week. The service begins with a prayer from Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and includes a reading from the Book of John, as well as the Lord’s Prayer. The late monarch, who died last week after 70 years on the throne, was also the head of the Church of England. Members of the public will be able to file past the coffin and pay their respects to the queen from Wednesday afternoon through early Monday morning. The coffin will then be moved to Westminster Abbey for a state funeral. ___ LONDON — King Charles III and Camilla, the Queen Consort, are leading the procession into Westminster Hall for a service marking the arrival there of Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin. Princess Anne and her husband, retired Vice Admiral Timothy Laurence, and Prince Edward and his wife Sophie, the Countess of Wessex, are following behind. Prince William and his wife Kate, the Princess of Wales, and Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, appear next in the royal entourage. Camilla, Sophie, Kate and Meghan did not take part in Wednesday’s procession through part of London, but they joined their spouses as the group entered Westminster Hall. The procession comes before a short service of prayer for the monarch, who died last week after 70 years on the throne. The queen will lie in state at Westminster Hall, part of the Houses of Parliament, until early Monday morning when her funeral is held. ___ LONDON — King Charles III is wearing a full day ceremonial uniform with the rank of Field Marshal as he walks behind the coffin of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in its solemn procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall. Charles is carrying a Field Marshal baton that was presented to him by the late queen in 2012. He also is wearing the Order of Merit with the Order of the Garter Sash and Star. Next to him, the Prince of Wales is wearing a Royal Air Force No. 1 uniform, Garter Sash with RAF Pilot Wings and Garter Star Chest Order. The Duke of York, meanwhile, is wearing a morning suit with medals and decorations. Both Andrew and Harry are wearing morning suits at Wednesday’s procession. ___ LONDON — The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery are marking Queen Elizabeth II’s final departure from Buckingham Palace. Their guns are sounding at one-minute intervals as her coffin travels to Westminster Hall, where it will lie in state. Big Ben, the great and fabled bell housed in the Elizabeth Tower, also tolled at one-minute intervals during the procession Wednesday. The bell and its tower have been undergoing restoration, and the tolling was the most sustained since that work. Britain is mourning for Elizabeth, who died last week at her summer retreat in Scotland at age 96 after 70 years on the throne. King Charles III is the new monarch. ___ LONDON — Walking behind the gun carriage bearing Queen Elizabeth II’s oak coffin from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall are her children: King Charles III, the country’s new sovereign, with Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward. The second row is made up of Charles’ two sons: Prince William, the Prince of Wales, and Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex. To Harry’s left is Anne’s son, Peter Phillips. Behind them are the Earl of Snowdon, the Duke of Gloucester and Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, who is Princess Anne’s husband. Behind the royals are four key members of Charles’ staff: the Master of the Household, the Principal Private Secretary, the Equerry and the Treasurer. Prince William’s equerry walked behind them. ___ LONDON — Troops from the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, military bands and mounted police are leading the procession of Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall. Also walking in front of the coffin Wednesday are the household, or staff members, who worked for the queen. They include her private secretary, her pages and stewards. The coffin is on a gun carriage from the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery. It is flanked by 10 pallbearers and Grenadier Guards. The coffin is draped with the royal standard and adorned with the Imperial State Crown, which the queen wore for her coronation 70 years ago, resting on a velvet cushion and a wreath of flowers. The flowers include white roses, dahlias, pine from the gardens at the queen’s Balmoral estate in Scotland, and lavender and rosemary from the gardens at Windsor Castle. Meanwhile, a Guard of Honor is in position in Parliament Square near Westminster Hall. The guards are accompanied by a Royal Marines Band which will have their drums draped and muffled. ___ LONDON — The line to view the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II is likely to be one of the longest that London has ever seen. The line already stretches from Parliament, across nearby Lambeth Bridge and along the opposite bank of the River Thames. Authorities have planned for a 10-mile (16-kilometer) route, with 1,000 marshals, stewards and police officers on hand at any given time to help manage it. An army of other volunteers includes multi-faith pastors and sign-language interpreters. People are being warned they may have to wait for hours, but they are being given numbered wristbands so they can take food and bathroom breaks without losing their place in line. When they get to Parliament mourners must pass through airport-style security screening. Prohibited items include liquids, spray paint, knives, fireworks, flowers, candles, stuffed toys and “advertising or marketing messages.” ___ LONDON — Lines are forming along the bank of the River Thames in anticipation of seeing Queen Elizabeth II lying in state, even though authorities warn the wait could be up to 30 hours. The public will be able to pay their respects to the deceased monarch at Westminster Hall from 5 p.m. (1600 GMT) Wednesday, after a procession bearing her coffin on a gun carriage from Buckingham Palace to Parliament. The line starts near Lambeth Bridge and officials say it could eventually stretch several miles (kilometers) to Southwark Park in southeast London. Some were so keen they started waiting early. Vanessa Nathakumaran is first in line after turning up at 11:30 a.m. on Monday. “It’s going to be an emotional one, and when you go in there, my main aim is to show respect,” she said. Chris Imafidon is sixth in line and said, “I have 1,001 emotions when I see her. I want to say, God, she was an angel, because she touched many good people and did so many good things.” ___ LONDON — Horses, troops and military bands performed a full dress rehearsal before daybreak for the procession that will take Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin from Buckingham Palace to Parliament’s Westminster Hall. Officials say the horses taking part have undergone special training for the Wednesday afternoon event, including how to handle mourners and flowers and flags being thrown toward the procession. “They get exposure to loud noises, crowds, flags, flowers, people sobbing, even to the point of banging lots of drums and making aggressive noises,” said Sergeant Tom Jenks, who will be leading the gun carriage that carries the queen’s coffin. Among the horses is Cassius, an 18-year-old horse who participated in former U.K. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher’s funeral in 2013. The procession on Wednesday afternoon will feature King Charles III and other royals walking behind the queen’s coffin to Westminster Hall in Parliament. The queen’s coffin will lie in state for four days for people to pay their respects. ___ LONDON — Crowds are gathering in London as the city prepares for a somber procession taking Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin from Buckingham Palace to the Houses of Parliament. There, the late monarch will lie in state for four days before her funeral next Monday. Huge crowds are expected for Wednesday’s somber afternoon procession, and long lines are also predicted to view the coffin at Parliament’s Westminster Hall. People are standing behind metal barriers or sitting on folding chairs. Under gray skies hours before the coffin was scheduled to leave the monarch’s official London residence, they have umbrellas at the ready and takeout coffees in hand. The coffin will be taken on a horse-drawn gun carriage past the crowds of mourners, with the queen’s son and heir King Charles III and other royals walking behind. The queen died in Scotland last Thursday at age 96, ending a 70-year reign. Crowds have lined the route of the queen’s coffin whenever it has been moved on its journey from Scotland back to London.
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2022-09-14 14:52:24
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of HUMBL, Inc. ("HUMBL" or the "Company") (OTCMKTS: HMBL). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980. The investigation concerns whether HUMBL and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. HUMBL began trading publicly on November 12, 2020, after a reverse merger with Tesoro Enterprises, Inc. HUMBL failed to disclose that the HUMBL Pay App did not have the basic functionality promised to investors and that several of the Company's hyped international business partnerships had a very low chance of contributing material revenues to the Company's bottom line. The Company also sold a series of highly speculative unregistered securities called BLOCK Exchange Traded Index ("ETX") products. These products purported to "simplify digital asset investing" for customers seeking exposure to cryptocurrency investments. In reality, these were unregistered securities that were collateralized by a variety of highly speculative and risky digital assets. On April 25, 2022, the price of HUMBL common stock hit a low of $0.11 per share, down from a price high of $6.84 during the Class Period. Likewise, the price of BLOCK ETX has dropped over 87% from its height during the Class Period and has not recovered. Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com CONTACT: Robert S. Willoughby Pomerantz LLP rswilloughby@pomlaw.com 888-476-6529 ext. 7980 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Pomerantz LLP
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2022-06-09 01:12:03
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How to Watch the Heat vs. Knicks: Streaming & TV Channel Info for Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 4 Published: May. 8, 2023 at 12:38 PM CDT|Updated: 32 minutes ago The NBA Playoffs will see the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks face off in the second round, with Game 4 next to come. Watch live sports and TV without cable on all your devices with a seven-day free trial to Fubo! Heat vs. Knicks Game Info - When: Monday, May 8, 2023 at 7:30 PM ET - Where: FTX Arena in Miami, Florida - TV: TNT - Catch NBA games all season long with Fubo Watch the NBA and tons of other live sports without cable! Use our link to get a free trial with Fubo. Heat vs Knicks Additional Info Heat Stats Insights - The Heat make 46% of their shots from the field this season, which is 0.2 percentage points lower than the Knicks have allowed to their opponents (46.2%). - Miami is 25-12 when it shoots higher than 46.2% from the field. - The Knicks are the second-ranked rebounding team in the league, the Heat sit at 27th. - The Heat score 109.5 points per game, just 3.6 fewer points than the 113.1 the Knicks give up. - Miami has a 19-6 record when putting up more than 113.1 points. Knicks Stats Insights - The Knicks' 47% shooting percentage from the field this season is the same as the Heat have allowed to their opponents. - This season, New York has a 21-12 record in games the team collectively shoots above 48.2% from the field. - The Heat are the 20th best rebounding team in the league, the Knicks rank third. - The Knicks put up an average of 116 points per game, 6.2 more points than the 109.8 the Heat give up. - When it scores more than 109.8 points, New York is 35-19. Heat Home & Away Comparison - The Heat are averaging 111.4 points per game at home. In road games, they are averaging 107.5 points per contest. - Defensively Miami has been worse in home games this year, ceding 110.2 points per game, compared to 109.3 when playing on the road. - At home, the Heat are averaging the same number of treys per game as they are away from home (12). Meanwhile, they have a higher three-point percentage at home (36%) compared to away from home (32.9%). Knicks Home & Away Comparison - In 2022-23 the Knicks are averaging more points at home (117.3 per game) than on the road (114.8). And they are allowing less at home (113) than away (113.2). - New York is conceding fewer points at home (113 per game) than on the road (113.2). - At home the Knicks are picking up 23.5 assists per game, 1.1 more than on the road (22.4). Heat Injuries Knicks Injuries © 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved.
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2023-05-08 19:05:39
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Autopsy finds ‘severe neglect’ to blame for man’s death in bedbug-infested jail cell ATLANTA (AP) — A man who died in a bedbug-infested cell in a Georgia jail’s psychiatric wing “died due to severe neglect,” according to an independent autopsy released Monday by lawyers for his family. Lashawn Thompson, 35, died in September, three months after he was booked into the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta. Public outrage over his death spread last month after a lawyer for his family, Michael Harper, released photos of Thompson’s face and body covered in insects. “Mr. Thompson was neglected to death,” says the autopsy report written by Dr. Roger A. Mitchell Jr., a former chief medical examiner in Washington, D.C., who is now a professor and chair of the pathology department at Howard University College of Medicine. The independent autopsy report lists the cause of death as “Complications due to Severe Neglect,” with “Untreated Decompensated Schizophrenia” identified as a contributing cause. A combination of dehydration, rapid weight loss and malnutrition, complicated by untreated decompensated schizophrenia led to a fatal cardiac arrythmia, the report says. Because he did not receive necessary medical care or adequate food, water and shelter, his manner of death is homicide, Mitchell wrote. An earlier report from the Fulton County medical examiner’s office found no obvious signs of trauma on Thompson’s body but noted a “severe bed bug infestation.” It lists his cause of death as “undetermined.” The new autopsy “confirms that this is one of the most deplorable in-custody deaths in the history of America,” said prominent civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who represents the family. The family’s lawyers and advocates gave credit to Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat, who has publicly called Thompson’s death “absolutely unconscionable.” They called on the Fulton County Board of Commissioners to take responsibility and act quickly to fix the problems at the jail and urged the district attorney’s office to bring criminal charges. They also called on Gov. Brian Kemp to address a “mental health crisis” in the state. Labat, who took office in 2021 and has long advocated for a new jail, has said Thompson’s death shows that the current jail cannot provide “safe and humane detention.” His office did not immediately respond Monday to an email seeking comment on the independent autopsy report. Labat has said that once investigations into Thompson’s death — an internal one by his office and another by the Atlanta Police Department — are complete, they will be turned over to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. He announced the resignations of three top jail staffers last month. Thompson had lost 32 pounds, or about 18% of his body weight, during his three months at the Fulton County Jail and showed evidence of dehydration, the report says. In addition to an “innumerable number of insects” all over his body, his hands, feet, fingernails and toenails were filthy, it says. Medical records from the jail indicate that Thompson received his last dose of the medications he’d been prescribed for his mental health issues 32 days before his death, the report says. “Mr. Thompson was completely reliant on his caregivers to provide both day-to-day care as well as the acute life-saving care that was needed to save him from the untreated decompensated schizophrenia,” the report says. The independent autopsy was paid for by the Autopsy Initiative of the Know Your Rights Camp, an initiative started by former NFL star and activist Colin Kaepernick. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Mortgage rates continue to jump, home sales slump and credit cards and auto loans increase. Savings rates are slightly juicier, though. As the Federal Reserve steadily increases interest rates, many economists say they fear that a recession remains inevitable in the coming months — and with it, job losses that could cause hardship for households already hurt worst by inflation. On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve raised its key short-term rate by three-quarters of a point for a fourth straight time, even as its previous rate increases are being felt by households at all income levels. It was the Fed’s sixth rate hike this year. The Fed’s latest move raised its benchmark rate to a range of 3.75% to 4%, the highest level in 14 years. Its steady rate increases have already made it increasingly costly for consumers and businesses to borrow — for homes, autos and other purchases. And more hikes are almost surely coming. Here’s what to know: HOW DOES RAISING INTEREST RATES REDUCE INFLATION? If one definition of inflation is “too much money chasing too few goods,” then by making it more expensive to borrow money, the Fed hopes to reduce the amount of money in circulation, eventually lowering prices. WHICH CONSUMERS ARE MOST AFFECTED? Anyone borrowing money to make a large purchase, such as a home, car, or large appliance, will take a hit, according to Scott Hoyt, an analyst with Moody’s Analytics. “The new rate pretty dramatically increases your monthly payments and your cost,” he said. “It also affects consumers who have a lot of credit card debt — that will hit right away.” That said, Hoyt noted that household debt payments, as a proportion of income, remain relatively low, though they have risen lately. So even as borrowing rates steadily rise, many households might not feel a much heavier debt burden immediately. “I’m not sure interest rates are top of mind for most consumers right now,” Hoyt said. “They seem more worried about groceries and what’s going on at the gas pump. Rates can be something tricky for consumers to wrap their minds around.” HOW WILL THIS AFFECT CREDIT CARD RATES? Even before the Fed’s latest decision, credit card borrowing rates have reached their highest level since 1996, according to Bankrate.com, and these will likely continue to rise. And with inflation raging, there are signs that Americans are increasingly relying on credit cards to help maintain their spending. Total credit card balances have topped $900 billion, according to the Federal Reserve, a record high, though that amount isn’t adjusted for inflation. John Leer, chief economist at Morning Consult, a survey research firm, said its polling suggests that more Americans are spending down the savings they accumulated during the pandemic and are using credit instead. Eventually, rising rates could make it harder for those households to pay off their debts. Those who don’t qualify for low-rate credit cards because of weak credit scores are already paying significantly higher interest on their balances, and they’ll continue to. As rates have risen, zero percent loans marketed as “Buy Now, Pay Later” have also become popular with consumers. Yet longer-term loans of more than four payments that these companies offer are subject to the same increased borrowing rates as credit cards. For people who have home equity lines of credit or other variable-interest debt, rates will increase by roughly the same amount as the Fed hike, usually within one or two billing cycles. That’s because those rates are based in part on banks’ prime rate, which follows the Fed’s. WHAT IF I WANT TO BUY A CAR? Since the Federal Reserve began increasing rates in March, the average new vehicle loan has gone up nearly 2 percentage points, from 4.5% to 6.3% in October, according to the Edmunds.com auto site. Used vehicle loans are up 1.5% to 9.6%. For both new and used, loan lengths have gotten slightly longer to just over 70 months on average. Key, though, is the monthly payment, on which most people base their automobile purchases. Edmunds says that since March it’s up $46 to $703 for new vehicles. The payment is up $21 per month for used vehicles to $564. Edmunds Director of Insights Ivan Drury says the increased payments probably won’t make much of a difference in buying habits, but they’re hitting totals that could stop people from buying. “Now that we’re past $700 per month (on new vehicles) people will drop out of the market,” he said. HOW ARE SAVERS AFFECTED? The rising returns on high-yield savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs) have put them at levels not seen since 2009, which means households may want to boost savings wherever possible. You can also now earn more on bonds and other fixed-income investments. Though savings, CDs, and money market accounts don’t typically track the Fed’s changes, online banks and others that offer high-yield savings accounts can be exceptions. These institutions typically compete aggressively for depositors. (The catch: They sometimes require significantly high deposits.) In general, banks tend to capitalize on a higher-rate environment to boost their profits by imposing higher rates on borrowers, without necessarily offering juicer rates to savers. WILL THIS AFFECT RENTS? HOME OWNERSHIP? Last week, the average fixed mortgage rate topped 7%, its highest point in 14 years, meaning that rates on home loans are about twice as expensive as they were a year ago. Mortgage rates don’t always move perfectly in tandem with the Fed increase, instead tracking the expected yield on the 10-year Treasury note. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note has reached 4%, its highest level since 2011. Sales of existing homes have declined for eight straight months as borrowing costs have become too high a hurdle for many Americans already paying more for food, gas and other necessities. WILL IT BE EASIER TO FIND A HOUSE IF I’M STILL LOOKING TO BUY? If you’re financially able to proceed with a home purchase, you’re likely to have more options than at any time in the past year. HOW HAVE THE RATE HIKES INFLUENCED CRYPTO? Cryptocurrencies like bitcoin have dropped in value since the Fed began raising rates. So have many previously high-valued technology stocks. Bitcoin has plunged from a peak of about $68,000 to under $20,000. Higher rates mean that safe assets like Treasuries have become more attractive to investors because their yields have increased. That makes risky assets like technology stocks and cryptocurrencies less attractive, in turn. Still, bitcoin continues to suffer from problems separate from economic policy. Two major crypto firms have failed, shaking the confidence of crypto investors. WHAT’S PROMPTING THE RATE INCREASES? The short answer: Inflation. Over the past year, inflation has clocked in at a painful 8.2%. So-called core prices, which exclude food and energy, also rose faster than expected. Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned last month that, “our responsibility to deliver price stability is unconditional” — a remark widely interpreted to mean the Fed will fight inflation with rate increases even if it leads to deep job losses or a recession. The goal is to slow consumer spending, thereby reducing demand for homes, cars and other goods and services, eventually cooling the economy and lowering prices. Powell has acknowledged that aggressively raising interest rates would “bring some pain.” WHAT ABOUT MY JOB? Some economists argue that widespread layoffs will be necessary to slow rising prices. One argument is that a tight labor market is fueling wage growth and higher inflation. In August, the economy gained 315,000 jobs. There are roughly two job openings advertised for every unemployed worker. “Job openings continue to exceed job hires, indicating employers are still struggling to fill vacancies,” said Odeta Kushi, an economist with First American. WILL THIS AFFECT STUDENT LOANS? Borrowers who take out new private student loans should prepare to pay more as as rates increase. The current range for federal loans is between about 5% and 7.5%. That said, payments on federal student loans are suspended with zero interest until Dec. 31 as part of an emergency measure put in place early in the pandemic. President Joe Biden has also announced some loan forgiveness, of up to $10,000 for most borrowers, and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients. IS THERE A CHANCE THE RATE HIKES WILL BE REVERSED? Stock prices rose in August based on hopes that the Fed would reverse course. But it looks increasingly unlikely that rates will come down anytime soon. Economists expect Fed officials to signal additional increases in 2023, possibly to nearly 5%. WILL THERE BE A RECESSION? Short-term rates at these levels will make a recession likelier by increasing the cost of mortgages, car loans, and business loans. While the Fed hopes that higher borrowing costs will slow growth by cooling the hot job market and capping wage growth, the risk is that the Fed could weaken the economy, causing a recession that would produce significant job losses. ___ AP Business Writers Christopher Rugaber in Washington, Tom Krisher in Detroit and Damian Troise and Ken Sweet in New York contributed to this report. ___ The Associated Press receives support from Charles Schwab Foundation for educational and explanatory reporting to improve financial literacy. 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MIAMI, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pinpoint Payments Inc., a global leader in payment processing solutions and POS Systems, has been ranked as one of the fastest-growing private U.S. companies, earning a place on Inc. Magazine's 39th annual Inc. 5,000 list for a fifth year in a row. The prestigious list, released by Inc. Magazine, ranks privately-held companies based on revenue growth over the past three years. "This accomplishment is an indication of our unwavering commitment to supporting the growth of our retail and eCommerce business customers," said CEO Ben Grossman. "We're not just another solutions provider, we're a payment processing partner with a strong team focused on ensuring top notch customer service." Pinpoint Payments ranked 281st on the Inc. 5000 list in financial services and 148th in Miami. With expertise in retail, cbd, small and medium sized businesses, Pinpoint specializes in finding the right banking fit for companies based on the services they need. Services include charge back management and fraud prevention. "The payment processing landscape can be overwhelming, we make it easier for our customers so they can focus on what they do best," Grossman said. The company's growth was fueled most recently by the launch of Peak POS. The customizable point of sale system includes an array of modern terminals to process a full range of payment options along with a hassle-free loyalty and rewards programs, comprehensive inventory control, scheduling, and extensive data tracking. Pinpoint Payments is a global leader in payment processing solutions with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Since 2013, Pinpoint has helped thousands of merchants cut costs, boost profits and expand their business with solutions that are simple and secure. Learn more at www.pinpointpayments.com Contact: Ben Grossman: ben@pinpointpayments.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Pinpoint Payments Inc.
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Earthy mushrooms hold their own among a piquant red pepper relish — a riot of flavors. The relish’s base is known in Yoruba as ata din din, a condiment-like sauce common throughout West Africa made from ground bell pepper, onions, chilies and sometimes tomatoes. Roast the mushrooms until lightly browned and crisp, as they absorb a lot more flavor when they’ve been slightly dehydrated. Pickled onion adds crunch and a hint of acid, and a scattering of fresh herbs gives it all a refreshing lightness, while being a pretty garnish. Serve over steamed rice and fried sweet plantains, or reserve as a vegetable filling for moin moin. Roasted Mushrooms in Ata Din Din Total time: 40 minutes Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS - 2 pounds mixed mushrooms, such as button, cremini, oyster, maitake and shiitake, cleaned, trimmed and torn or cut into 2-inch pieces, if large - 8 thyme sprigs - ½ cup neutral oil, such as grapeseed or canola - Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) - 1 small red onion, peeled, trimmed and halved lengthwise - 3 tablespoons rice vinegar - 1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained - 2 garlic cloves, peeled - 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, scrubbed and cut into slices - 1 red scotch bonnet or habanero chile, cut in half lengthwise - ½ cup chopped fresh mixed herbs, such as cilantro, dill or parsley, or a combination STEPS - Heat oven to 425 degrees. - Spread the mushrooms and thyme sprigs in an even layer on a sheet pan and drizzle with ¼ cup oil. Season with salt and, using your hands, toss to coat. Roast, turning the pan halfway through and tossing the mushrooms, until mushrooms are golden brown and crisp along the edges, about 25 to 35 minutes. - Meanwhile, prepare the ata din din: As the mushrooms roast, finely chop half of the red onion and transfer it to a small bowl. Add the vinegar, season with a pinch of salt and set aside to pickle while you continue cooking. Using a food processor, coarsely chop the remaining half onion, the roasted red peppers, garlic and ginger. Alternatively, you can chop each ingredient with a sharp knife. - In a large (12-inch) skillet, heat the remaining 1/4 cup oil over medium. Add the red-pepper mixture and chili halves to the skillet and bring up to a simmer. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until any liquid from the vegetables evaporates and the relish turns a shade darker, about 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt. Remove the thyme sprigs from the mushrooms and add the mushrooms to the red-pepper relish. Stir to combine. - Remove from heat, discard the chili pieces and add in the chopped herbs. Stir to combine. Drain the pickled red onion and top the mushrooms with it. Serve hot, alongside some steamed rice or a grain of your choice and fried sweet plantains.
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TARRYTOWN, N.Y. (WCIA) – A bloodhound from Illinois took home the top prize at the prestigious Westminster Dog Show Wednesday night, becoming the first-ever dog of his breed to win Best in Show. His show name is Toot My Own Horn, but he’s also goes by Trumpet. The four-year-old bloodhound won the competition’s top honor after being chosen as the best of his breed and group the previous day. He is the 146th champion of the national event, and the seventh hound to ever win the honor. Trumpet is owned by Chris and Bryan Flessner, Heather Buehner and Tina Kocar. Buehner has been Trumpet’s handler ever since he started competing at 10 months of age. “He was kind of born a show dog; his father won the Hound group at Westminster in 2014,” Buehner said. “So, we had high hopes for Trumpet.” Almost 3,500 dogs took part in the 2022 competition, representing around 200 breeds in total. Runners-up included a French bulldog, a German shepherd, a Maltese, an English setter, a Samoyed and a Lakeland terrier.
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Updated December 5, 2022 at 9:36 PM ET LOS ANGELES — Kirstie Alley, who won an Emmy for her role on "Cheers" and starred in films including "Look Who's Talking," died Monday. She was 71. Alley died of cancer that was only recently discovered, her children True and Lillie Parker said in a post on Twitter. Alley's manager Donovan Daughtry confirmed the death in an email to The Associated Press. "As iconic as she was on screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother," her children's statement said. She starred opposite Ted Danson as Rebecca Howe on "Cheers," the beloved NBC sitcom about a Boston bar, from 1987 to 1993. She joined the show at the height of its popularity after the departure of original star Shelley Long. Alley would win an Emmy for best lead actress in a comedy series for the role in 1991. She would take a second Emmy for best lead actress in a miniseries or television movie in 1993 for playing the title role in the CBS TV movie "David's Mother." She had her own sitcom on the network, "Veronica's Closet," from 1997 to 2000. In the 1989 comedy "Look Who's Talking," which gave her a major career boost, she played the mother of a baby who's inner thoughts were voiced by Bruce Willis. She would also appear in the 1990 sequel "Look Who's Talking Too." John Travolta, her co-star in both films, paid her tribute in an Instagram post. "Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I've ever had," Travolta said, along with a photo of Alley. "I love you Kirstie. I know we will see each other again." She would play a fictionalized version of herself in the 2005 Showtime series "Fat Actress," a show that drew comedy from her public and media treatment over her weight gain and loss. And in recent years she appeared on several reality shows, including "Dancing With the Stars." A native of Wichita, Kansas, Alley attended Kansas State University before dropping out and moving to Los Angeles. Her first television appearances were as a game show contestant, on "The Match Game" in 1979 and Password" in 1980. She made her film debut in 1982's "Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan." Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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BEIJING (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen arrived in Beijing on Thursday for meetings with Chinese leaders as part of efforts to revive relations that are strained by disputes about security, technology and other irritants. Yellen planned to focus on stabilizing the global economy and challenging Chinese support of Russia during its invasion of Ukraine, Treasury officials in Washington told reporters ahead of the trip. The secretary was due to meet with Chinese officials, American businesspeople and members of the public, according to Treasury officials. They gave no details, but said Yellen wouldn’t meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Yellen follows Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who met Xi last month in the highest-level U.S. visit to Beijing in five years. The two agreed to stabilize relations but failed to agree on improving communications between their militaries. Yellen earlier warned against economic decoupling, or disconnecting U.S. and Chinese industry and markets. Businesspeople have warned the world might split into separate markets, slowing innovation and economic growth, as both governments tighten controls on trade in technology and other goods deemed sensitive. Yellen said earlier the two governments “can and need to find a way to live together” in spite of their strained relations over geopolitics and economic development. The most recent flareup came after President Joe Biden referred to Xi as dictator. The Chinese protested, but Biden said his blunt statements about China are “just not something I’m going to change very much.” Relations have been strained by disputes over technology, security, China's assertive policy abroad and conflicting claims to the South China Sea and other territory. Washington has tightened restrictions imposed by Biden's predecessor, Donald Trump, on Chinese access to processor chips and other U.S. technology on security grounds. Ties became especially testy after a Chinese surveillance balloon flew over the United States in February and was shot down. This week, Beijing responded to U.S. technology controls by announced unspecified curbs on exports of gallium and germanium, two metals used in making semiconductors, solar panels, missiles and radar. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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Follow live updates and results from Election Day 2022 here. Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman is headed to the U.S. Senate following a campaign full of personal health debates and a fight for control of one of the nation's battleground states. He defeated Trump-endorsed celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz. The Senate seat was vacated by retiring GOP Sen. Pat Toomey, creating the first open Senate seat in Pennsylvania in a dozen years. Fetterman's victory helps the Democrats as they look to secure bigger margins on Capitol Hill. Currently, Democrats hold a narrow majority in the House, and the Senate is split at 50-50, with Vice President Harris holding a tie-breaking vote. Fetterman's health came into question after he suffered a stroke days before the primary; he needed to undergo a pacemaker implant procedure. For two months he did not return to the campaign trail and only did video appearances. Fetterman did go back on the road and used closed captioning for some interviews. Oz, who rose to prominence in appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show, announced his bid for the Senate last year based on opposition to the federal government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Oz has promoted hydroxychloroquine as a COVID treatment, has previously been criticized for other health recommendations, and has testified at a Senate hearing on deceptive advertising for diet supplements. Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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WFO MIDLAND/ODESSA Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Wednesday, September 14, 2022 _____ SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX 643 PM CDT Wed Sep 14 2022 ...Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of northeastern Ector, northern Midland and south central Martin Counties through 745 PM CDT... At 643 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Greenwood to near Midland to 6 miles northwest of Odessa. These storms were nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Midland, Odessa, Greenwood, Midland International Air and Space Port, West Odessa, Courtney, Odessa Schlemeyer Field, Warfield and Midland Airpark. This includes Interstate 20 between mile markers 127 and 153. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle. LAT...LON 3206 10179 3195 10202 3186 10246 3203 10250 3207 10225 3219 10193 TIME...MOT...LOC 2343Z 293DEG 4KT 3209 10195 3200 10217 3197 10240 MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH _____ Copyright 2022 AccuWeather
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The 2023 Travelers Championship Odds & Preview: Sahith Theegala Sahith Theegala will be at the 2023 Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut at the par-70, 6,852-yard TPC River Highlands from June 22-25. Looking to bet on Theegala at the Travelers Championship this week? Keep reading for the betting odds and stats you need to know before you make your picks. Put together your best lineup of golfers and you could win cash prizes! Sign up for FanDuel Fantasy using our link for the best first-time player offer. Sahith Theegala Insights - Over his last 20 rounds, Theegala has shot better than par on seven occasions, while also carding one bogey-free round and 10 rounds with a better-than-average score. - He has carded a top-five score once and a top-10 score three times in his last 20 rounds. - Theegala has registered a score within three shots of the day's best in two of his last 20 rounds, while finishing within five strokes of the top score of the day six times. - In his past five events, Theegala has had an average finish of 44th. - Theegala hasn't finished inside the top 20 in any of his past five events, with an average finish of 44th. - Theegala has qualified for the weekend in 18 tournaments in a row. Sign up for ESPN+ to get access to PGA Tour Live, which broadcasts the main feed, featured holes and marquee groups from over 35 events per year! Plus, get tons of other live sports, original shows and the full "30 for 30" library. Sign up today! Over the last year Sign up today for BetMGM and get our new player bonus offer! Once you've signed up, check out the latest PGA odds and place your bets with BetMGM. Travelers Championship Insights and Stats - Theegala has one top-five finish in his past two appearances in this tournament. His average finishing position has been second. - Theegala made the cut in one of his past two entries in this event. - Theegala finished second on the leaderboard in his previous appearance at this event, in 2022. - Measuring 6,852 yards, TPC River Highlands is set up as a par 70 for this tournament. In the past year, tournaments on the Tour have averaged a longer distance of 7,110 yards . - TPC River Highlands has seen an average tournament score of -5 recently, matching the Tour's scoring average on all courses in the past year. - The average course Theegala has played in the past year has been 494 yards longer than the 6,852 yards TPC River Highlands will be at for this event. - In the past year, the events he has played have had a scoring average of -5 among finishers, the same as the average at this course. Theegala's Last Time Out - Theegala was good on the 20 par-3 holes at the U.S. Open, averaging par to finish in the 81st percentile of the field. - His 4.08-stroke average on the 40 par-4 holes at the U.S. Open was strong, putting him in the 72nd percentile of the field. - Theegala was better than 39% of the competitors at the U.S. Open on par-5 holes, averaging 4.92 strokes per hole compared to the field average of 4.83. - Theegala shot better on par 3s than most players his last time out, carding a birdie or better on five of 20 par-3s at the U.S. Open (the tournament average was 1.6). - On the 20 par-3s at the U.S. Open, Theegala carded five bogeys or worse (more than the tournament average of 3.6). - Theegala's eight birdies or better on the 40 par-4s at the U.S. Open were more than the tournament average (4.1). - In that last outing, Theegala's par-4 performance (on 40 holes) included a bogey or worse 10 times (worse than the field average, 7.5). - Theegala ended the U.S. Open with a birdie or better on three par-5 holes, compared to the field average of 2.9 on the 12 par-5s. - On the 12 par-5s at the U.S. Open, Theegala recorded two bogeys or worse, more than the tournament average of 1.4. Travelers Championship Time and Date Info - Date: June 22-25, 2023 - Course: TPC River Highlands - Location: Cromwell, Connecticut - Par: 70 / 6,852 yards - Theegala Odds to Win: +5000 (Bet now with BetMGM!) Watch live golf without cable on all your devices with a seven-day free trial to Fubo! Not all offers available in all states, please visit offer pages for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please play responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER. © 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved.
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WHL All Times Local Western Conference B.C. Division U.S. Division Eastern Conference East Division Central Division Note: Two points for a team winning in overtime or shootout; the team losing in overtime or shootout receives one which is registered in the OTL or SOL columns. Wednesday's results Winnipeg 6 Prince Albert 2 Thursday's results Regina 4 Edmonton 3 (OT) Friday's results Winnipeg 5 Swift Current 0 Moose Jaw 4 Prince Albert 3 Lethbridge 5 Medicine Hat 4 Prince George 6 Kelowna 3 Everett 4 Tri-City 2 Vancouver 4 Victoria 1 Saturday's results Brandon 4 Moose Jaw 1 Saskatoon 8 Swift Current 3 Red Deer 4 Regina 2 Kelowna 5 Prince George 1 Prince Albert 5 Edmonton 1 Portland 4 Tri-City 2 Winnipeg 5 Medicine Hat 2 Seattle 6 Vancouver 4 Kamloops 4 Spokane 2 Sunday's results Regina at Calgary, 2 p.m. Victoria at Everett, 4:05 p.m. Tuesday's games Lethbridge at Saskatoon, 7 p.m. Wednesday's games Regina at Brandon, 7 p.m. Lethbridge at Prince Albert, 7 p.m. Saskatoon at Moose Jaw, 7 p.m. Victoria at Kelowna, 7:05 p.m.
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2022-10-02 06:30:10
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ATLANTA (AP) — Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1.05 billion after another drawing without any tickets matching all winning numbers. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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2023-07-29 04:45:59
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(KTLA) – “Hotline Bling”? More like hotline fling. Drake is the latest artist to be struck by an object thrown by a fan while performing on stage. This happened Wednesday night during the rapper’s first show of his It’s All a Blur tour, which opened at the United Center in Chicago. As the former “Degrassi” star sang a slowed-down version of Ginuwine’s “So Anxious,” a phone came flying from the crowd. It looked like Drake almost caught it, but it ended up hitting his hand and flying off the stage. Video of the incident was captured on social media. This dangerous practice by fans has been making headlines recently. Bebe Rexha had to get stitches after a fan chucked a phone at her face during a concert in New York City. Kelsea Ballerini was also hit by what was believed to be a bracelet during a performance in Idaho. While she wasn’t hurt, Pink was also performing when a fan tossed their dead mother’s ashes on stage at the British Summer Time Hyde Park Festival in late June. “Is this your mom?” Pink responded, with a shocked look on her face. “I don’t know how I feel about this!” Drake’s current tour is a collaboration with rapper 21 Savage.
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2023-07-07 16:19:50
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HOUSTON (AP) — HOUSTON (AP) — Now Inc. (DNOW) on Thursday reported earnings of $31 million in its first quarter. On a per-share basis, the Houston-based company said it had net income of 28 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were 25 cents per share. The energy and industrial distribution company posted revenue of $584 million in the period. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on DNOW at https://www.zacks.com/ap/DNOW
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2023-05-04 12:43:32
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Texas installs additional layers of razor wire to stop illegal crossings Gov. Abbott says crews working around the clock to secure border in federal government's absence The Texas National Guard began installing more razor wire along the border this week to stop illegal immigrants from crossing into Texas from Mexico. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott tweeted images of National Guard soldiers unraveling bundles of razor-lined wire at the border on Monday. "Texas National Guard are installing additional layers of razor wire in high-traffic areas for illegal crossings at the Texas-Mexico border," the governor said. "They’re working around the clock to secure the border in the federal government’s absence." MIGRANTS CROSSING THE BORDER SHOW SIGNS OF ‘WORSENING TRAUMA,’ INCLUDING SEXUAL ASSAULT: REPORT The move comes just days after Abbott issued a press release on Dec. 29, 2022, highlighting actions taken by the state through Operation Lone Star to take on illegal immigration where federal agencies have failed. Abbott said the multi-agency effort led to more than 336,000 migrant apprehensions and more than 23,000 criminal arrests since its launch in March 2021. TEXAS RANCHERS PLEAD FOR HELP FROM GOV. ABBOTT AFTER THIRD ATTEMPTED BREAK-IN AMID MIGRANT CRISIS Of those criminal arrests, more than 20,000 felony charges were filed. Abbott also said the Texas Department of Public Safety, which is collaborating with the National Guard to execute Operation Lone Star, seized more than 354 million lethal doses of fentanyl. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP "Operation Lone Star continues to fill the dangerous gaps left by the Biden Administration’s refusal to secure the border," Abbott’s press release reads. "Every individual who is apprehended or arrested and every ounce of drugs seized would have otherwise made their way into communities across Texas and the nation due to President Biden’s open border policies."
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2023-01-02 23:54:05
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During a Time of Rapid Development, the California-Based Beverage Franchise Concept Anticipates a Year of Significant Growth PASADENA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sip Fresh, an innovative, handcrafted juice and beverage concept, is positioned for significant growth in 2023, capitalizing on current industry trends. According to Technomic, the cold beverage category is expected to double in size versus pre-pandemic levels by 2026, with non-carbonated beverages fueling most of that growth. The beverage industry is predicted to grow by a whopping $88.7 billion in the coming year, making beverage franchises more sought out than ever before. Sip Fresh recognized this trend when it introduced its line of high quality, fresh-fruit based beverages which resonates with consumers in this hot growing segment of the beverage market. The beverage brand began franchising efforts in the Fall of 2022 with the signing of its first multi-unit franchisee in the California market, with multi-unit opportunities in the Las Vegas and Colorado markets, and most recently, a Southern California franchise partner who has committed to the Los Angeles market. The latest store opening in the Phoenix, AZ metro area has been met with great success, further emphasizing consumer demand for delicious, handcrafted drinks made with fresh ingredients as the "go-to" non-carbonated family-friendly beverage option. "Sip Fresh has been ahead of the beverage trends for quite a while now," said Sharon Arthofer, CEO and Founder of Sip Fresh. "This brand was created to bring a fresh, new offering to the quick service beverage category by combining quality ingredients that consumers already know and love and offering it to them in a fun, engaging and delightful way." Sip Fresh's rapid growth over the last year is a testament to the brand's ability to be cutting edge. Consumers are looking for brands that not only provide extraordinary product offerings, but also demonstrate an engaging social interaction in every visit – something that Sip Fresh delivers to every guest. As noted by the New York Times, "Engagement is the catchword for 2023," which perfectly aligns with the Sip Fresh experience. The unique, vibrant store design and sampling program draws guests in to immerse themselves in the entire experience – from exploration to purchase. Guests are drawn to the Sip Fresh bar to sample from an array of large glass barrels filled with beautifully colored juices brimming with fresh fruit garnish. There is something for everyone on the Sip Fresh menu, including fresh juices, delicious smoothies, fruit infused teas, and specialty blended fruit drinks. The website boasts specialty "mocktail recipes" that can be made at home to add more fun to the product mix. "We are motivated by the untapped potential in the beverage industry right now," added Arthofer. "We are fortunate to have a management team whose collective industry experience knows the value of the 'keep it simple" recipe for success. This encompasses the consumer's desire for simple ingredients, with the franchisee's goal for a simple operation. We serve that up in a 24oz serving, all day long." Business trends continue to highlight the need for operating models that focus on efficiency and labor containment. The Sip Fresh operating model was designed with this in mind. Franchise operators want business models that allow them to focus on driving sales in a profitable manner. "Our streamlined operations and unique beverage offerings are what set us apart from other beverage concepts," explained Frank Gonzales, VP of Franchise Development. "The Sip Fresh business model allows franchise owners to focus on driving sales and the guest experience while minimizing costs through efficient operations." The brand is currently exploring opportunities with experienced franchisees and multi-unit operators in the Western and Southwestern United States. For franchising information and contact info, please visit www.sipfreshjuice.com/Franchising. For more information regarding Sip Fresh and their available menu items, please visit www.sipfreshjuice.com. California-based Sip Fresh® opened its first store in 2017 with a mission to create delicious, handcrafted juices, in an interactive environment and unique presentation. The brand's focus on quality products and unforgettable experiences turns guests into regulars and juices into delightful Sip Fresh beverages are made for a new era in the beverage industry. The beautiful drinks, like the many 'Fresh Sips' and the fan-favorite Cha Cha Chamoy®, are fun to share with friends and family – both in-person and via social media. Sip Fresh's quality products are made to engage the senses: see it, sample it and sip it up. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sip Fresh
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2023-01-26 15:40:29
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This mother survived a genetic kidney disease. Now, her daughter is fighting it too Nearly 10 years ago, Carol Soha went from being a name on a transplant list to a polycystic kidney disease survivor. Now, the 75-year-old hopes to find a donor for her daughter, who is facing the same disease. Polycystic kidney disease or PKD is an inherited disorder that causes uncontrolled growth of cysts in the kidney. The damage makes the kidney larger than normal, eventually leading to kidney failure, according to pkdcure.org. “A person with PKD has a 50% chance to pass it on to each child,” said Soha, a retired nurse of Newark. “My PKD originally came from my grandfather, and he gave it to my mother who died at the age of 47.” While kidney-related diseases affect all races and ethnicities, Black and Hispanic Americans are more likely to develop kidney disease and have worse outcomes. Black people are more than three times as likely, and Hispanics or Latinos are 1.3 times more likely to have kidney failure compared to white Americans, according to kidney.org. Soha’s daughter, Deborah “Lara Beth” Kistler is in stage 5 of PKD. The 52-year-old woman is in desperate need of finding her “living kidney angel” soon, Soha said. “For years, my daughter has had people line up and come very close to being her donor, but they were disqualified,” Soha said. “The family would get excited, then we get let down. It’s very difficult to find a living donor ... you have to be extremely healthy to give a kidney.” April is designated National Donate Life Month and the need for awareness is ongoing to encourage organ donor registration. Delaware Online/The News Journal sat down with Soha about the donor process and going forward with testing. What are the benefits of becoming a living donor? It can be a very rewarding and positive experience − over 100,000 people are awaiting a kidney transplant, so donating a kidney is a courageous act of kindness, Soha said. "Living kidney donors often experience a sense of satisfaction and pride for having helped someone in need," she said. "A kidney from a living donor generally starts to function immediately and lasts longer than a deceased donor's kidney." Is there an age cutoff for being a living donor? No. Soha said kidney transplants have been performed using organs from people over the age of 70. However, to be evaluated as a potential kidney donor, an individual must be at least 18 years old, she said. “[Qualifying] also depends on your hospital and your health,” she said. "You can contact local transplant centers or there’s also the National Kidney Registry if you want to begin the process. It includes completing an initial screening questionnaire which asks questions relating to mental and physical health, lifestyle, and family history." What does the living donor need to know about the surgery? Soha explained that living donors can opt out of the surgery at any stage of the process. However, for those who proceed, the usual hospital stay can be up to four days and recovery is usually between one to three weeks. You can live a completely normal life with just one kidney after surgery, she said. The procedure is almost always done laparoscopically, which is a preferred type of surgery that promotes less surgical pain, and quicker recovery time. A kidney transplant is one of the most common surgeries, dating back to the 1950s, she said. To learn more about Deborah Kistler, visit, www.nkr.org/APT884/Card. To learn more about becoming a donor, visit, www.organdonor.gov. Have a tip or story idea? Contact local reporter Cameron Goodnight at cgoodnight@delawareonline.com, or by calling or texting 302-324-2208. Follow him on Twitter at @CamGoodnight.
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2023-04-05 13:38:10
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Paul Pelosi, the husband of U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, has been sentenced to five days in jail after being convicted Tuesday of misdemeanor driving under the influence in California, the Napa County District Attorney's Office announced. Pelosi, 82, was arrested May 28 and later charged with driving under the influence and causing injury — "based upon an automobile collision," the DA said — and having a blood alcohol level above 0.08%. The latter charge was dismissed after Pelosi entered a guilty plea. Pelosi has already served two days, and will not have to stay in jail for two of the days due to good behavior, according to court records. He must also serve three years of probation and pay $4,927 in victim restitution for medical bills and lost wages. Pelosi did not appear in court for his sentencing, as it is not required by California law, unless mandated by a judge. Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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2022-08-24 09:21:58
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HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistex, a global leader in software solutions for managing pricing, trade, royalties, and incentives, announced today that the Promotion Optimization Institute (POI) has released the 2022 POI Enterprise Planning Vendor Panorama. Vistex achieved Best-in-Class distinction in three categories: Foodservice, Headquarter Planning, and Dashboards for the second year in a row. "We are excited that POI recognizes our continued commitment to providing our clients with an intuitive user interface, combined with our enhanced planning capability with data science to deliver a solid revenue growth management platform," said Joel Cartwright, Industry Principal, Consumer Products at Vistex. The application includes an enhanced UX, designed with intuitive workflows. Copy functionality and editing capabilities allow the user to bundle promotion workloads and evaluate forecasts. The landing page dashboard serves up predictive analytics and calls out risks that can take the plan off course or lead to ineffective trade funding. "Vistex has the ability to leverage its existing B2B revenue management clients into TPx opportunities and the speed with which it has been able to enter this space. " "Vistex strength is the depth of expertise in Foodservice and the application of this experience to enable planning for complex distribution customers. " "Vistex has the ability to manage both Foodservice and Retail in one application." "Vistex has a solution embedded within SAP." To access the full POI 2022 Enterprise Planning Vendor Panorama report, receive complimentary passes to upcoming POI events including the POI Fall Hybrid Summit, November 9-11, 2022, have access to the quarterly POI Manufacturer Connect Share Group and much more, join POI as a member. https://poinstitute.com/membership. For company/team membership, please contact Joanie Malin jmali@p-o-i.org. Teams receive a Certified Collaborative Marketer enrollment (value $5k) which is designed to develop the skills of leaders in the CPG Industry https://poinstitute.com/certification-ccm/. Vistex solutions help businesses take control of their mission-critical processes. With a multitude of programs covering pricing, trade, royalties, and incentives, it can be complicated to see where all the money is flowing, let alone how much difference it makes to the topline and the bottom line. With Vistex, business stakeholders can see the numbers, see what really works, and see what to do next – so they can make sure every dollar spent or earned is really driving growth, and not just additional costs. The world's leading enterprises across a spectrum of industries rely on Vistex every day to propel their businesses. For more information, visit www.vistex.com. For more information, press only: - Alex Dehnert - P: (847) 490-0420 - E: alex.dehnert@vistex.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Vistex Inc.
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2022-10-20 14:08:00
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From today’s Down in Alabama podcast: - We’re starting to see the pandemic’s effect on education. - Electric vehicles do get some love in Alabama, but don’t look for us to go the California route. - And we have another sign that college football season is upon us. The “Down in Alabama” podcast is short and free. Listen to it by clicking on the player above or subscribe by looking for “Down in Alabama” on the device of your choosing. Get this and other AL.com newsletters here. You can find “Down in Alabama” in these places:
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California ‘Teacher of the Year’ accused of child sex abuse NATIONAL CITY, Calif. (AP) — A onetime Teacher of the Year at a Southern California school pleaded not guilty Monday to multiple child sex abuse charges involving a former student, prosecutors said. Jacqueline Ma, a 34-year-old teacher at Lincoln Acres Elementary in National City near San Diego, was arrested last week. Detectives began investigating after a mother reported suspicions that her 13-year-old was in an inappropriate relationship with a former teacher, according to the National City Police Department. Police did not release details of the investigation because the alleged victim is a minor. Ma pleaded not guilty to 15 criminal counts, including lewd acts upon a child and contact of minor with intent to commit a sexual offense, the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office said. The Los Angeles Times reported National School District Superintendent Leighangela Brady said at a school board meeting March 8 that the community was trying to process the “unthinkable situation.” Ma taught in the district since 2013 and had a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s in education, both from UC San Diego, according to her Teacher of the Year profile in the San Diego Union Tribune. The award was announced last year by the San Diego County Office of Education. Ma was held without bail. A bail review hearing was scheduled for Thursday. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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Parler Now Downloadable for iOS and Android Devices NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Parler, the leading viewpoint-neutral, free speech social media platform, today announces that the Parler app has been reinstated to the Google Play Store for Android. Google approved the free speech Twitter alternative after an unusually long approval process spanning months rather than days. "We are pleased that Parler is back on Google Play as a native app so that Android users no longer have to side-load," said Samuel Lipoff, Chief Technology Officer at Parler. "While away from Google Play, we have worked diligently to build a more feature-rich and dynamic user experience. Now is a perfect time to join Parler and rediscover the non-partisan platform where we enable people to speak freely!" Over the last several months, Parler has continuously worked to improve the platform's user experience and technology, providing streamlined accessibility for iPhone users since returning to the Apple App Store more than a year ago. "Parler has a strong commitment to free speech and despite the market duopoly but is working to provide options and choices for the millions of voices currently being censored or suppressed based on their viewpoint," said Parler's Chief Marketing Officer, Christina Cravens. Download Parler for free on the App Store or Google Play today. About Parler Inc.: Parler has a bold vision to make freedom of expression, security, and privacy a reality through social media and blockchain technology. Over 16 million users have chosen Parler as their social media platform to protect against the authoritarian powers of Big Tech, Big Government, and cancel culture. Parler uses the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as a guide, making it possible for people to speak freely without fear of being suspended or labeled 'dangerous' and banned. Parler is the public town hall where everyone is welcome, and civil debate is encouraged around diverse topics. Founded in 2018, Parler is based in Nashville, TN, and has a growing global community of content creators. To learn more, visit: https://parler.com, follow @Parler, or download on the App Store or Google Play Store now. Media Inquiries: Christina Cravens, CMO, Parler media@parler.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Parler
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2022-09-02 22:12:11
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Many people take melatonin supplements, or give their children melatonin supplements, to help them sleep. They typically come in pills that you swallow or dissolve on your tongue, or gummies that you can chew. Recently, Google searches about mislabeled melatonin and a melatonin gummy study have been on the rise. Heidi texted VERIFY to ask if it's true melatonin dosage numbers are incorrect on labels. THE QUESTION Have studies found some melatonin supplements contain mislabeled doses? THE SOURCES Research letter on melatonin gummy quantities published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Carl Baum, M.D., professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine at the Yale School of Medicine THE ANSWER Yes, studies have found some melatonin supplements contain mislabeled doses. WHAT WE FOUND A peer-reviewed study in late April 2023 found that the majority of melatonin gummy brands contained quantities of melatonin that differed from the quantity advertised on the label. Melatonin is a hormone your brain produces in response to darkness that helps regulate your sleep cycle, the National Institute of Health (NIH) says. People take supplements to increase the amount of melatonin in their bodies. Melatonin supplements may help with certain conditions, such as jet lag, delayed sleep-wake phase disorder, some sleep disorders in children, and anxiety before and after surgery, the NIH says. The study on melatonin doses, published in a research letter to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), found that 22 out of 25 of the melatonin gummy products analyzed were inaccurately labeled. A gummy brand was classified “inaccurately labeled” if its individual gummies contained melatonin quantities that differed from what was listed on the bottle by more than 10%. “In products that contained melatonin, the actual quantity of melatonin ranged from 74% to 347% of the labeled quantity,” the researchers said. One melatonin gummy brand didn’t actually have any melatonin in it at all. This is not the first study to find melatonin products commonly have inaccurate labels. The researchers referenced a 2017 Canadian study that found similar results. The Canadian study’s analysis of 16 Canadian melatonin brands — which included liquids, capsules, tablets and gummies — found that the actual melatonin dose ranged from 17% to 478% of the labeled quantity. The 2017 study found that the melatonin supplement that diverged the most from its labeled dose, the one that was 478% of the labeled quantity, was in the chewable category, which includes gummies. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine says gummies are the form of melatonin supplement that children are most likely to use. While the appropriate melatonin dosage can vary depending on a person’s age and symptoms, the Sleep Foundation says the typical dosage ranges from 1 to 5 milligrams for adults. Doses lower than 1 milligram may be effective for certain sleep problems. Scientists say short-term use of melatonin supplements appears to be safe for most people, but there isn’t enough research to make any conclusions about the effects of its long-term use. Melatonin supplements are sometimes used as a long-term treatment option for sleep issues in children with certain conditions, such as learning disabilities like autism and ADHD. The NIH says there are few studies on melatonin supplements and how they impact children. There are uncertainties about what dose to use and when to give it, the effects of melatonin use over long periods of time and whether melatonin’s benefits outweigh its possible risks. Melatonin can cause adverse reactions at higher doses, but the supplement is unlikely to cause a lethal overdose, the Sleep Foundation says. Side effects of melatonin such as headaches, stomach cramps, dizziness and mood changes are more likely when taken in higher doses. The National Capital Poison Center says adverse effects of taking too much melatonin are typically mild, and “significant toxicity is not expected to occur.” Still, a National Capital Poison Center review of pediatric melatonin ingestions reported to the Poison Center between 2012 and 2021 found that 1.6% of reported ingestions resulted in more serious outcomes. Five children required mechanical ventilation, and two children under 2 years old died. NIH tells consumers they should remember the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates dietary supplements less strictly than they do prescription or over-the-counter drugs. The FDA does not have the authority to approve dietary supplements or their labeling before the supplements are sold to the public, the FDA says. But the FDA does periodically inspect dietary supplement manufacturing facilities and review labels after the products are put on the market. If the supplement is unsafe or doesn’t otherwise comply with the law, the FDA can work with the company to bring the supplement into compliance, ask the company to voluntarily recall the supplement or take action to remove the supplement from the market itself. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization that sets standards for medicines in the United States. While the law requires pharmaceuticals to meet USP standards, the same requirements don’t apply to supplements, the USP says. Still, the USP does review dietary supplements for quality, including verification that the product contains the ingredients listed on the label and in the declared strength and amounts. If you use melatonin, or purchase it for someone else to use, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and other experts recommend looking for melatonin bottles marked with the USP “Dietary Supplement Verified” seal. You can see what the USP seal looks like here. “A USP stamp on the bottle, Cohen says, vastly decreases the likelihood of too much or too little melatonin in a supplement,” the JAMA study’s lead researcher told Consumer Reports in an interview. “‘But even if it has a USP stamp, that doesn’t mean it will be effective,’ he says.” There are three verified melatonin supplements listed on the USP’s website. The verified supplements are the 3 mg and 5 mg tablets from NatureMade, and the 5 mg fast-dissolve tablets from Natrol. Melatonin is not the only dietary supplement that could have mislabeled doses, says Carl Baum, M.D., professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine. "This is true of all dietary supplements, not just melatonin — this is one of 90,000 some odd products," Baum said. "So you really have to be careful when you're going out there. Something that even looks natural, may not be safe and may not be effective."
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2023-04-27 22:48:00
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World Cup final: France takes on Argentina Defending champion France faces Argentina in the World Cup final at Lusail Stadium in Qatar. Both teams are trying to win the biggest tournament in soccer for the third time. France won in 1998 and in 2018. Brazil in 1962 was the last team to win back-to-back World Cup titles. Argentina won the title in 1978 and 1986. The Argentines also lost in the final in 2014. Lionel Messi, one of soccer's greatest players of all time, is thought to be playing in his final World Cup and could win the ultimate prize for the first time if Argentina wins. But having experienced defeat in the final of 2014 in Brazil, when Argentina lost 1-0 to Germany through extra time, Messi knows all too well the pain of having his World Cup dreams shattered. Messi will lead an Argentina team containing Angel Di Maria, who starts for the first time since sustaining a foot injury against Poland in the final round of group games. Video below: David Beckham on World Cup: 'I've never seen fans and nations come together like this before' Di Maria takes the place of Leandro Paredes in midfield as Argentina again rolls out a 4-4-2 formation, with Messi one of the two forwards. Nicolas Tagliafico is preferred to Marcos Acuña at left back. Kylian Mbappé starts up front for France alongside Olivier Giroud, who has overcome a minor knee injury. Dayot Upamecano and Adrien Rabiot come in for Ibrahima Konaté and Youssouf Fofana, respectively.
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Mirissa Neff is interested in where cultures intersect. Neff chronicled conflicts at the Haitian-Dominican border as a photographer. She traveled to Havana with a band exploring the connections between Cuban music and Louisiana jazz as a radio producer. She’s worked as a DJ, playing music inspired by equatorial beats. And she spent years studying Brazilian dance. Now Mirissa is studying a new kind of connection. She directed her first film, titled This is National Wake. It’s a documentary about a multi-racial punk band in South Africa during apartheid. It’s playing Monday, January 16 at the Miami Jewish Film Festival. It’s no surprise Mirissa is interested in these cultural connections. She was raised by a mom from Barbados and a Russian Jewish dad. They lived in a brownstone on the Upper East Side of New York City in the 1970s, where Neff said David Bowie would hang out because her neighbor was his manager. On the Jan. 10 episode of Sundial, we talk to Mirissa about how everything from dance to appearing on Sesame Street as a child makes its way into her work as a visual and audio storyteller. On Sundial's previous episode, on Jan. 9, we talked to Germane Barnes. He’s an artist who uses architecture as his medium and has been living and working in South Florida for a decade. Listen to Sundial Monday through Thursday on WLRN, 91.3 FM, live at 1 p.m., rebroadcast at 8 p.m. Missed a show? Find every episode of Sundial on your favorite podcast app, such as Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify.
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2023-01-10 19:36:19
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Man accused in fatal Wisconsin parade attack withdraws plea A man accused of killing six people and injuring dozens of others when he allegedly drove his SUV through a Christmas parade in Wisconsin last year withdrew his insanity plea Friday WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) — A man accused of killing six people and injuring dozens of others when he allegedly drove his SUV through a Christmas parade in Wisconsin last year withdrew his insanity plea Friday. Darrell Brooks, 40, appeared in Waukesha County Circuit Court where he's facing nearly 80 charges, including six homicide counts, in connection with the Nov. 21 incident in Waukesha. Brooks had changed his not guilty plea to not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect in June. After the announcement on the plea change, the defense asked that the jury status hearing for Friday be rescheduled. The judge agreed and pushed the hearing to Sept. 19. Last month, Judge Jennifer Dorow refused a defense motion to have the case against Brooks dismissed because of a July search of the defendant’s jail cell. Investigators and prosecutors were looking for information related to Brooks’ recent decision to change his plea. His attorneys say the warrant for the search was deficient and that the action violated Brooks’ attorney-client privilege. In denying the motion, Dorow said the paperwork seized, photocopied and return to the jail cell was not privileged material. Dorow also rejected a motion to suppress some statements Brooks made to investigators after defense attorneys argued that he continued to be questioned after stating he wished to invoke his right to remain silent.
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2022-09-09 22:53:15
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GOP firebrand Michele Fiore appointed to Nevada judgeship Las Vegas (AP) — Following years of controversy, a former Las Vegas city councilwoman who moved to a rural Nevada county after losing a bid in November for statewide office was appointed unanimously Tuesday evening to a local judgeship. Republican firebrand Michele Fiore, who does not have a law degree, will fill a seat on the Pahrump Justice Court in Nye County through 2024. Pahrump is located about 65 miles (100 kilometers) west of Las Vegas. Her appointment to the bench over 17 other applicants marks the latest chapter in a decade-long political career marked by scandal – including reports of an FBI probe into her campaign finances and accusations of physical assault. In a pitch to Nye County commissioners Tuesday night, Fiore said she would approach the judgeship with “integrity and honesty” because she has “been at the end of the political barrel.” FBI agents subpoenaed records and searched Fiore’s home last year in northwest Las Vegas in connection with her campaign spending, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported. Earlier this year, she was sued by Las Vegas Councilwoman Victoria Seaman, who accused Fiore of breaking her finger in a physical fight at City Hall in January. The two were once good friends and close political allies. And while serving in the state Assembly from 2012 to 2016, Fiore gained national attention for her support of rancher Cliven Bundy and his family during armed standoffs between militiamen and federal law enforcement officers in Bunkerville, Nevada, in 2014 and Malheur, Oregon, in 2016. Fiore said Tuesday that she moved to Pahrump a week after she lost to incumbent state treasurer Zach Conine, a Democrat, in the Nov. 8 general election. Fiore had joined the race on the penultimate day of Nevada’s candidacy filing period in March, after campaigning for months as a Republican gubernatorial hopeful. After the last-minute jump, the race for control of Nevada’s government finances drew significant attention across the state as Fiore’s past issues with the Internal Revenue Service resurfaced. She was once on the hook for hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax liens. Fiore said Tuesday night that she is ready to start a new life as “a Pahrump girl.” She detailed plans of living on a 2-acre lot that she said she had purchased over the summer, as well as completing a bachelor’s degree and taking the Nevada State Bar exam in the future. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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2022-12-21 22:07:37
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VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Asep Medical Holdings Inc. ("Asep Inc." or the "Company") (CSE: ASEP) (OTCQB: SEPSF) (FSE: JJ8) is pleased to announce that, through its subsidiaries Sepset Biosciences Inc. ("Sepset") and ABT Innovations Inc. ("ABT"), the Company is addressing antibiotic failure on two fronts — a novel diagnostic assay that detects severe sepsis in the emergency room (ER), and a peptide technology that combats hard-to-treat infections known as biofilms. Antibiotic failure is generally referred to as any situation where bacteria survive antibiotic treatment, and the clinical symptoms of the infection persist1. With around 47-50 million sepsis cases per year worldwide2 and over 11 million deaths, faster and more accurate sepsis detection will save lives. In addition, there are currently no approved treatments for biofilm infections, which is alarming since 65%3 of all infections are biofilms. Asep Inc.'s diagnostic technology, SepsetER TM, is a blood-based gene expression assay that can provide an early and accurate diagnosis of severe incidences of the deadly disease sepsis. SepsetER delivers results between 60-90 minutes whereas the conventional diagnostic tools may take approximately 8 - 36 hours. Early detection of sepsis along with timely, appropriate treatments increases the probability of survival for patients4 significantly. In addition to speeding up the process of sepsis detection, Asep Inc. also offers a patented peptide technology that targets and suppresses biofilm regrowth and reduces inflammation, addressing the ineffectiveness of current treatments for a wide range of hard-to-treat infections. The technology covers a broad range of therapeutic applications, including bacterial biofilm infections (medical device infections, chronic infections, lung, bladder, wound, dental, skin, ear-nose and throat, sinusitis, orthopaedic, etc.), anti-inflammatories, anti-infective immune-modulators and vaccine adjuvants. This opens up a number of different potential paths to revenue generation for this ground-breaking technology. To date, the Company and its subsidiaries have received over $20 million in non-dilutive grant funding from organizations, such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Genome Canada and the University of British Columbia. The Company, through its pre-clinical partner iFyber LLC, has also received funding from the US Army for its novel antibiofilm peptide technology. "Asep is addressing an unmet need in health care, which affects 49 million people per year. Having developed two new revolutionary technologies to diagnose sepsis and treat biofilm infection, the potential market opportunity for this company is massive as hospitals and clinics globally could be in line to treat their patients using these cutting-edge technologies," stated Dr. Robert E. W. Hancock, the founder, chairman and CEO of Asep Inc. Asep Medical Inc. (asepmedical.com) is dedicated to addressing antibiotic failure by developing novel solutions for significant unmet medical needs. The Company is a consolidation of two existing private companies (Sepset Biosciences Inc. and ABT Innovations Inc.) that are both in the advanced development of both proprietary diagnostic tools, enabling the early and timely identification of severe sepsis as well as broad-spectrum therapeutic agents to address multidrug-resistant biofilm infections. Sepset Biosciences Inc. (sepset.ca) is developing a diagnostic technology that involves a patient gene expression signature that predicts severe sepsis, one of the significant diseases leading to antibiotic failure since antibiotics are the primary treatment for sepsis. Despite this, sepsis is responsible for nearly 20% of all deaths on the planet. The SepsetER test is a blood-based gene expression assay that is straightforward to implement, and results are obtained in about an hour in the emergency room or intensive care unit. This proprietary diagnostic technology differs from current diagnostic tests in enabling diagnosis of severe sepsis within 1-2 hours of first clinical presentation (i.e., in the emergency room), while other diagnostics only provide diagnosis after 24-36 hours. Asep Inc. believes this will enable critical early decisions to be made by physicians regarding appropriate therapies and reduce overall morbidity and mortality due to sepsis. ABT Innovations Inc.'s (abtinnovations.ca) peptide technology covers a broad range of therapeutic applications, including bacterial biofilm infections (medical device infections, chronic infections, lung, bladder, wound, dental, skin, ear-nose and throat, sinusitis, orthopaedic, etc.), anti-inflammatories, anti-infective immune-modulators and vaccine adjuvants. The company is in the pre-clinical development phase with promising data. This news release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of such statements under applicable securities law. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "anticipates," "plan," "continue," "expect," "project," "intend," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "may," "will," "potential," "proposed," "positioned" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. These statements include but are not limited to the successful clinical testing of our Sepsis diagnostic test and its intended filing for regulatory approval; and the undertaking of pre-clinical studies on our lead therapeutic, with the expectation that this will lead to fast-track clinical trials. Various assumptions were used in drawing conclusions or making the predictions contained in the forward-looking statements throughout this news release. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made and are subject to a variety of risks (including those risk factors identified in the Asep Medical Inc.'s prospectus dated November 9, 2021) available for review under the Company's profile at www.sedar.com and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Asep Medical Inc. is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable law. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ASEP Medical Holdings Inc.
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2022-12-23 21:27:10
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Whether it was the lingering drama of The Slap or the prominence of blockbusters in the best picture race, a bigger audience was lured back to the Oscars this year. The 95th Academy Awards, which aired Sunday night on ABC, was viewed by an estimated 18.7 million, according to preliminary Fast National Live+Same Day numbers released Monday by ABC. That’s up 12% from last year’s show, but still low compared to most years. The evening’s main counterprogramming, the season finale of “The Last of Us” pulled in 8.2 million viewers across HBO and HBO Max. The show began at 9 p.m. EDT, an hour after the Oscars started. A frequent criticism of the Oscars is that the show celebrates films that don’t have wide appeal. This year was markedly different, however, with two billion-dollar blockbuster sequels in the mix: “Top: Gun Maverick” and “Avatar: The Way of Water” were both nominated for best picture. Angela Bassett was nominated for a Marvel movie, a first. Even the winning film, A24’s “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” made over $100 million at the global box office and played in theaters for months. For many years, the Oscars were often the second most-watched television program of the year behind the Super Bowl. Until 2018, the Oscar telecast had never slipped below 30 million viewers, according to Nielsen records. The high-water mark was the 55 million people who watched “Titanic” clean up in 1998. From the 43.7 million who watched in 2014, viewership declined steadily to 26.5 million in 2018, then went back up to 29.6 million in 2019, and 23.6 million in 2020. The bottom fell out with the pandemic-diminished show in 2021, seen by 9.85 million. It rebounded last year to 16.6 million, which was the second lowest-rated show ever. Jimmy Kimmel, who presided over the ceremony in 2017 and 2018, returned to host the show, parachuting on to the Dolby Theatre stage. The show also featured performances from pop stars like Rihanna and Lady Gaga. Broadcast television viewership has gone down across the board in the streaming era, and awards shows have illustrated that. The show boasted 27.4 million total social interactions across Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube and was the No. 1 worldwide trending topic on Twitter for its duration. By Monday afternoon, Ke Huy Quan’s acceptance speech had over 1.3 million views on YouTube, and Brendan Fraser’s was up to 2.6 million. The ABC broadcast also had 1.8 million views of the American Sign Language live stream. “What we wanted to do was go out and execute a show that people would really like and a show people would talk about,” Oscars producer Glenn Weiss told The Hollywood Reporter in the hours after the show. “We think we did accomplish that. I sure hope that (Monday) delivers good news in the ratings front, but either way, I think it was a successful evening.” ___ For more coverage of this year’s Academy Awards, visit: https://apnews.com/hub/academy-awards
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2023-03-14 18:36:56
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Stars vs. Golden Knights Stanley Cup Semifinals Game 3: Odds, total, moneyline and other Vegas lines Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Semifinals on Tuesday, May 23 will see the Dallas Stars hosting the Vegas Golden Knights at American Airlines Center at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN, ESPN+, CBC, SportsNet, and TVAS. The Golden Knights are up 2-0 in the series. The Golden Knights are underdogs (+120) in this game against the Stars (-145). Catch over 1,000 out of market NHL games, plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle. Click here to sign up! Stars vs. Golden Knights Game Info - When: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET - TV Channel: ESPN, ESPN+, CBC, SportsNet, and TVAS - Where: American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas - Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo! Stars vs. Golden Knights Total and Moneyline Here's a look at the favorite, total and moneyline for this matchup posted at different sportsbooks. Stars vs Golden Knights Additional Info Stars vs. Golden Knights Betting Trends - Vegas has played 55 games this season that ended with more than 5.5 goals. - The Stars have won 72.4% of their games when they've been a moneyline favorite this season (21-8). - The Golden Knights have been an underdog in 17 games this season, with 12 upset wins (70.6%). - Dallas is 18-6 (winning 75.0% of its games) when playing with moneyline odds of -145 or shorter. - Vegas has won six of its nine games when it is the underdog by +120 or longer on the moneyline. Stars Player Props Check out the latest props and place your bets with BetMGM Sportsbook. Golden Knights Player Props Stars Recent Betting Performance Check out the latest props and place your bets with BetMGM Sportsbook. Golden Knights Recent Betting Performance Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER. © 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved.
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2023-05-23 19:02:31
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LOS ANGELES, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump of Ben Crump Law and co-counsel Adam P. Slater of Slater Slater Schulman LLP, a full-service law firm focused on representing survivors of catastrophic and traumatic events will hold a press conference with survivors of sexual abuse at MacLaren Hall on Thursday, June 9. They will be announcing the filing of a lawsuit against the County of Los Angeles for failing to protect children in its custody from sexual predators at the emergency shelter. MacLaren Hall operated for more than four decades in the city of El Monte before being shuttered in 2003 as part of a class action settlement spearheaded by the American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California. WHO: Survivors of sexual abuse at MacLaren Hall Attorney Ben Crump Attorney Adam P. Slater WHEN: June 9, 2022, at 11 a.m. PT WHERE: Stanley Mosk Courthouse – North Entrance 111 N. Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 ABOUT BEN CRUMP LAW Through his work, nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump has spearheaded a legal movement to better protect the rights of marginalized citizens. He has led landscape-changing civil rights cases and represented clients in a wide range of areas including civil rights, personal injury, labor and employment, class actions, and more. Ben Crump Law is dedicated to holding the powerful accountable. For more information, visit bencrump.com. ABOUT SLATER SLATER SCHULMAN LLP Slater Slater Schulman LLP is a prominent full-service law firm with over 40 years of experience representing survivors of catastrophic and traumatic events. Our nationally renowned attorneys are committed to ensuring the best results for our clients through persistence and zealous representation. We have achieved successful resolutions in some of the most challenging cases in the industry, including complex historical sexual abuse cases involving massive institutions, including academic, religious, and youth organizations. Our firm also has been recognized for its efforts representing clients in pharmaceutical drug litigation, product liability litigation, environmental litigation, employment and labor law, medical malpractice, and personal injury, and has successfully represented thousands of World Trade Center survivors to receive compensation for their injuries. Learn more at sssfirm.com. MEDIA CONTACT: press@bencrump.com Pro-sssfirm@prosek.com View original content: SOURCE Slater Slater Schulman LLP
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2022-06-08 19:33:11
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Bill Maher says he’s no longer predicting that Democrats will be pummeled in the midterm elections, with abortion offering a “turning point” on momentum. “Things have really turned around,” Maher told ITK in a recent interview. “The Republicans are the dog that caught the car with abortion,” the HBO “Real Time” host said of the Supreme Court’s June ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned the federal right to the abortion established by Roe v. Wade. “They’ve been trying to do this for 50 years, and then now you notice that the Republican candidates don’t even want to be asked about the subject. And sometimes when they do get asked about it, they kind of backtrack: ‘Abortion, I guess I heard something about a ruling recently,’” Maher said. Democrats, who currently hold majorities in the Senate and House, are trying to fend off long-expected GOP gains in November. Historical trends indicate that the president’s party almost always loses seats in midterm elections. “I think what we’re finding out is that [abortion] is going to be the turning point for this midterm election,” said Maher — who in April projected that Democrats would “get their ass kicked in November.” “We already know that there’s so many new voters who have registered because of that very reason,” Maher, 66, said of the reproductive rights issue. “And not just women. There’s lots of men also who don’t want kids. I think what we’re finding out is: Kids are brats, and no one wants them.” The longtime liberal comedian said he has no plans to dole out dollars to Democrats ahead of the midterms. Maher donated $1 million in 2012 to a super PAC supporting then-President Obama’s reelection bid and contributed the same amount to a committee affiliated with Senate Democrats in August 2018, just months ahead of the midterm elections that year. “Not this year,” he said, “but I would certainly think about it again if [former President Trump] was running again in 2024.” “If I thought money made a difference,” Maher added. “I mean, last time [Trump] ran, he spent way less than [2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton] and look how that turned out.” “I mean, sometimes money can actually have the opposite effect. When they carpet bomb with campaign ads that people have seen 100 times, people wind up hating the person making the ad. Even if they liked them to begin with, they think, ‘God, if I see this ad one more time.’” A fierce critic of Trump and Republicans, Maher has also made headlines — and has won praise in conservative circles — in recent months for calling out the “woke” politics of the far left. Asked if there are any particular issues he’s shifted or changed his views on over time, Maher exclaimed, “I hope so. Yes, of course — I mean that’s called growing.” “I’m so glad I’m not a politician. Politicians have to pretend that what they believed at 18 they still believe at 78, or else you’re flip-flopping and you’re not consistent,” Maher said. “I’m consistent about evolving and growing and learning. New information comes along and OK, I can change my mind and I will,” the comic, who grew up in New Jersey, said. “But basically my view of life, my view of politics, my liberal upbringing from my liberal parents — I think it’s pretty consistent. I think I know what is most important and kind of stick by it.”
https://www.wane.com/hill-politics/bill-maher-reverses-midterms-prediction-says-abortion-can-save-dems/
2022-09-27 18:08:38
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Stephen Curry NBA Playoffs Player Prop Bets: Warriors vs. Lakers - May 6 Stephen Curry and the rest of the Golden State Warriors take on the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Playoffs on Saturday, at 8:30 PM ET. Now let's examine Curry's available prop bets, with a particular eye on stats and trends to help you make good picks. Stephen Curry Prop Bets vs. the Lakers Looking to bet on one or more of Stephen Curry's player prop bets? Sign up at DraftKings with our link to get a first deposit bonus today! Stephen Curry Insights vs. the Lakers - This season, he's put up 15.3% of the Warriors' attempted field goals, as he's averaging 20.2 per contest. - This season, he's accounted for 20.0% of his team's three-pointers made, averaging 4.9 per game. - The Warriors average the fourth-most possessions per game with 104.8. His opponents, the Lakers, have one of the fastest tempos, ranking second with 104.8 possessions per contest. - The Lakers give up 116.6 points per game, 20th-ranked in the NBA. - The Lakers allow 44.9 rebounds per game, ranking 25th in the league. - In terms of assists, the Lakers have conceded 25.7 per contest, 15th in the league. - The Lakers allow 12.5 made 3-pointers per game, 18th-ranked in the NBA. Stephen Curry vs. the Lakers Want another way to try to win cash prizes? Add Curry or any of his Warriors teammates to your lineup in FanDuel Daily Fantasy NBA contests. Use our link to sign up and get a great offer for new users. (See website for offer details, not available in all areas.) Not all offers available in all states. Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know has developed a gambling problem or addiction, contact 1-800-GAMBLER. © 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved.
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2023-05-06 21:12:01
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NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Yatsen Holding Limited (NYSE: YSG) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws. This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities who purchased Yatsen Holding Limited American Depository Shares ("ADS") between November 19, 2020 and March 10, 2022 or acquired Yatsen ADS pursuant or traceable to documents issued in connection with Yatsen's November 2020 initial public stock offering. Lead Plaintiff Deadline: November 22, 2022 No obligation or cost to you. Learn more about your recoverable losses in YSG: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/yatsen-lawsuit-loss-submission-form?id=33676&from=4 Yatsen Holding Limited NEWS - YSG NEWS CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Yatsen Holding Limited made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: the registration statement and prospectus used to effectuate the Company's initial public offering ("IPO"), Yatsen and the other named defendants misled investors into believing that Yatsen's most significant brands, Perfect Diary and Little Ondine, were thriving, thereby driving Yatsen's "healthy" top-line growth at the time of its IPO and quarter after quarter thereafter. In truth, however, cosmetic and skincare sales of Perfect Diary and Little Ondine products were declining in the period leading up to (and including at the time of) the IPO and throughout 2021. Moreover, as the truth about Yatsen's business reached the market, the value of the Company's shares declined dramatically, causing Yatsen investors to suffer significant damages. WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Yatsen you have until November 22, 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 Yatsen 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 YSG lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/yatsen-lawsuit-loss-submission-form?id=33676&from=4. ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. CONTACT: J. Klein, Esq. 535 Fifth Avenue 4th Floor New York City, NY 10017 jk@kleinstocklaw.com Telephone: (212) 616-4899 www.kleinstocklaw.com View original content: SOURCE The Klein Law Firm
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2022-11-15 11:39:29
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I write frequently about the Reconstruction period after the Civil War not to make predictions or analogies but to show how a previous generation of Americans grappled with their own set of questions about the scope and reach of our Constitution, our government and our democracy. The scholarship on Reconstruction is vast and comprehensive. But my touchstone for thinking about the period continues to be W.E.B. Du Bois’ “Black Reconstruction,” published in 1935 after years of painstaking research, often inhibited by segregation and the racism of Southern institutions of higher education. I return to Du Bois, even as I read more recent work, because he offers a framework that is useful, I think, for analyzing the struggle for democracy in our own time. The central conceit of Du Bois’ landmark study — whose full title is “Black Reconstruction: An Essay Toward a History of the Part Which Black Folk Played in the Attempt to Reconstruct Democracy in America, 1860-1880” — is that the period was a grand struggle between “two theories of the future of America,” rooted in the relationship of American labor to American democracy. “What were to be the limits of democratic control in the United States?” Du Bois asks. “Was the rule of the mass of Americans to be unlimited, and the right to rule extended to all men regardless of race and color?” And if not, he continues, “How would property and privilege be protected?” On one side in the conflict over these questions was “an autocracy determined at any price to amass wealth and power”; on the other was an “abolition-democracy based on freedom, intelligence and power for all men.” The term “abolition-democracy” began with Du Bois and is worth further exploration. Abolition-democracy, Du Bois writes, was the “liberal movement among both laborers and small capitalists” who saw “the danger of slavery to both capital and labor.” Its standard-bearers were abolitionists like Wendell Phillips and radical antislavery politicians like Charles Sumner and Thaddeus Stephens, and in its eyes, “the only real object” of the Civil War was the abolition of slavery, and “it was convinced that this could be thoroughly accomplished only if the emancipated Negroes became free citizens and voters.” It was also clear, to some within abolition-democracy, that “freedom in order to be free required a minimum of capital in addition to political rights.” In this way, abolition-democracy was an anticipation of social democratic ideology, although few of its proponents, in Du Bois’ view, grasped the full significance of their analysis of the relationship between political freedom, civil rights and economic security. Opposing abolition-democracy, in Du Bois’ telling, were the reactionaries of the former Confederate South who sought to “reestablish slavery by force.” The South, he writes, “opposed Negro education, opposed land and capital for Negroes, and violently and bitterly opposed any political power. It fought every conception inch by inch: no real emancipation, limited civil rights, no Negro schools, no votes for Negroes.” Between these two sides lay Northern industry and capital. It wanted profits, and it would join whichever force enabled it to expand its power and reach. Initially, this meant abolition-democracy, as Northern industry feared the return of a South that might threaten its political and economic dominance. It “swung inevitably toward democracy” rather than allow the “continuation of Southern oligarchy,” Du Bois writes. It’s here that we see the contradiction inherent in the alliance between Northern industry and abolition-democracy. The machinery of democracy in the South “put such power in the hands of Southern labor that, with intelligent and unselfish leadership and a clarifying ideal, it could have rebuilt the economic foundations of Southern society, confiscated and redistributed wealth, and built a real democracy of industry for the masses of men.” This — the extent to which democracy in the South threatened to undermine the imperatives of capital — was simply too much for Northern industry to bear. And so it turned against the abolition-democracy, already faltering as it was in the face of Southern reaction. “Brute force was allowed to use its unchecked power,” Du Bois writes, “to destroy the possibility of democracy in the South, and thereby make the transition from democracy to plutocracy all the easier and more inevitable.” In the end, “it was not race and culture calling out of the South in 1876; it was property and privilege, shrieking to its kind, and privilege and property heard and recognized the voice of its own.” What killed Reconstruction — beyond the ideological limitations of its champions and the vehemence of its opponents — was a “counterrevolution of property,” North and South. Why is this still a useful framework for understanding the United States, close to a century after Du Bois conceived and developed this argument? As a concept, abolition-democracy captures something vital and important: that democratic life cannot flourish as long as it is bound by and shaped around hierarchies of status. The fight for political equality cannot be separated from the fight for equality more broadly. In other words, the reason I keep coming back to “Black Reconstruction” is that Du Bois’ mode of analysis can help us (or, at least, me) look past so much of the ephemera of our politics to focus on what matters most: the roles of power, privilege and, most important, capital in shaping our political order and structuring our conflicts with one another. Join the Conversation We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. 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INDIANAPOLIS—IMPD arrested a man in connection with six different robberies in the Marion County district. Detectives were investigating six business robberies involving a male suspect from Oct. 2022 through Dec. 2022. After the robbery of a Shell gas station detectives were able to identify Damon Smithson as the suspect. Smithson already had an active arrest warrant in Marion County for robbery. On Dec. 13, 2022, detectives observed Smithson leaving a residence on the south side and arrested him. They conducted a search warrant and collected evidence believed to be connected with the following robberies: - Circle K: 9599 N. Meridian St - 10/19/2022 - Speedway: 5990 E. 71st St, - 10/24/2022 - Speedway: 6198 Allisonville Rd - 11/17/2022 - Shell: 5020 E 62nd St - 11/28/2022 - CVS: 2330 E 46th St - 12/06/2022 - Family Dollar: 5135 N Keystone Ave - 12/08/2022 The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office (MCPO) will make the final charging decisions. Police ask that anyone with information about this incident call Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317.262.8477 or (TIPS). This is a developing story.
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2022-12-20 16:29:59
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A lawyer for the far-right Oath Keepers extremist group has been charged with conspiracy in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, attack at the U.S. Capitol, authorities said Thursday. Kellye SoRelle — general counsel for the antigovernment group — was arrested in Texas on charges including conspiracy to obstruct the certification of President Joe Biden’s electoral college victory, the Justice Department said. SoRelle, 43, is a close associate of Stewart Rhodes, the Oath Keepers’ leader who is heading to trial later this month alongside other extremists on seditious conspiracy charges. After Rhodes’ arrest in January, SoRelle told media outlets she was acting as the president of the Oath Keepers while he’s behind bars. Prosecutors have accused Rhodes and his militia group of plotting for weeks to stop the transfer of power and keep former President Donald Trump in office, purchasing weapons, organizing military-style trainings and setting up battle plans. SoRelle told The Associated Press last year — when FBI agents seized her phone as part of the Jan 6. investigation — that she had no knowledge of or involvement in the Capitol breach. She called the seizure of her phone “unethical” and the investigation “a witch hunt.” SoRelle made an initial court appearance in Austin, Texas, and was released pending a virtual hearing scheduled for Tuesday before a Washington, D.C., federal court judge, a spokesperson for the U.S. Attorney’s office in D.C. said. It wasn’t immediately clear if she has an attorney to speak on her behalf. SoRelle was photographed with Rhodes outside the Capitol on Jan. 6 and was present at an underground garage meeting the night before the riot that’s been a focus for investigators. The meeting included Rhodes and and Enrique Tarrio, the former chairman of the Proud Boys, who is charged separately with seditious conspiracy alongside other members of the extremist group that describes themselves as a politically incorrect men’s club for “Western chauvinists.” Publicly released video of the meeting doesn’t reveal much about their discussion and prosecutors have said only that one of the meeting’s participants “referenced the Capitol.” SoRelle was also on a call with Rhodes and other Oath Keepers days after the 2020 election during which Rhodes rallied his followers to prepare for violence, according to a transcript made public in court. SoRelle is also charged with obstruction of an official proceeding, obstruction of justice for tampering with documents and a misdemeanor charge for entering Capitol grounds. The indictment says she persuaded others to destroy and conceal records sought by investigators. SoRelle told the AP last September that agents seized her phone and provided her a search warrant that said it was related to an investigation into seditious conspiracy, among other crimes. The indictment against SoRelle made public Thursday does not include a charge of seditious conspiracy. Rhodes and four co-defendants scheduled to go on trial starting Sept. 26 have said there was no plot to attack the Capitol and that their communications in the run up to Jan. 6 were about providing security for right-wing figures such as Roger Stone or preparing for attacks from left-wing antifa activists. Rhodes, a former U.S. Army paratrooper, founded the Oath Keepers in 2009. The group recruits current and former military, police and first responders and pledges to “fulfill the oath all military and police take to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic.” A slew of its members have been charged in connection with Jan. 6. Three Oath Keepers have already pleaded guilty to seditious conspiracy, a rare Civil War-era charge that’s historically been hard to prove. They are also cooperating with the Justice Department. ___ Associated Press reporter Mike Balsamo in Washington contributed to this report. ___ For full coverage of the Capitol riot, go to https://www.apnews.com/capitol-siege
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2022-09-02 15:47:31
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MHA launches a new website, updates brand, and a newly renovated office SHOREVIEW, Minn., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxwell Healthcare Associates (MHA), the industry's leading post-acute operational, financial, technological, and regulatory consulting firm, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new website, www.maxwellhca.com. MHA's strong digital presence is further bolstered with a new website and updated brand colors with wide recognition across the post-acute industry. The site features a robust resources section with useful information, alongside material on ways agencies can benefit from MHA's expertise within the industry. The website will improve external outreach efforts and increase productive communication with visitors. The new layout allows clear distinction between resources – including a full outline of news/events, as well as various tiers of assistance between different service lines. In addition, the website acts as a central hub for customer satisfaction, blogs, informational videos, and industry relevant information for educational purposes. It will serve as a comprehensive way for customers and employees alike to communicate with MHA as a force within the industry. "As MHA increases its headway in the industry, it's only fitting to expand our online presence," said Jennifer Maxwell, CEO and Co-Founder of MHA. "Our new website isn't just a hub for our services and resources, it's a new look to outline the growth we've experienced as we continue to act as an industry-leading force." MHA's growth is further reflected in their newly renovated offices. The need to expand office space with additional rooms and meeting areas allows the team to work in a fresh, exciting place as new employees join the team. An open house is scheduled for September 15th from 2:00 – 6:00 PM to celebrate the launch of the new website and new offices. "We are thrilled about the new space and can't wait for everyone to see it, said Cory Olson, President and COO of Maxwell Healthcare Associates. "We love the office, but it's our people that truly make it inviting and worth coming to work each day." Maxwell Healthcare Associates boasts an average of 20 years of experience in the post-acute space and has a pulse on what's relevant now in the industry. MHA can work with home health and hospice agencies to strategize, optimize, and transform agencies across the nation. For more information, visit www.maxwellhca.com. View original content: SOURCE Maxwell Healthcare Associates
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2022-09-15 19:36:32
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former gynecologist at the University of California, Los Angeles was found guilty Thursday of five counts of sexually abusing female patients, in a criminal case that came after the university system made nearly $700 million in lawsuit payouts. The Los Angeles jury found Dr. James Heaps, a longtime UCLA campus gynecologist, not guilty of seven of the 21 counts and were deadlocked on the remaining charges. In the wake of the scandal that erupted in 2019 following the doctor’s arrest, UCLA agreed to pay nearly $700 million in lawsuit settlements to hundreds of Heaps’ patients — a record amount by a public university amid a wave of sexual misconduct scandals by campus doctors in recent years. Heaps, 65, had pleaded not guilty to 21 felony counts in the sexual assaults of seven women between 2009 and 2018. He has denied wrongdoing. Heaps was indicted last year on multiple counts each of sexual battery by fraud, sexual exploitation of a patient and sexual penetration of an unconscious person by fraudulent representation. The jury delivered a guilty verdict on three counts of sexual battery by fraud and two counts of sexual penetration of an unconscious person. He was found not guilty of seven other counts of sexual battery and penetration, as well as one count of sexual exploitation. The jury was hung on the nine remaining counts, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial for those charges. He is scheduled to be sentenced Nov. 17. The district attorney’s office said it has not decided whether prosecutors will retry the hung counts. “The trauma Dr. Heaps inflicted on the very people he had sworn to care for is immeasurable.” Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón said in a statement. “While we respect the jurors’ decisions on the acquitted counts, we are obviously disappointed.” Heaps’ attorney did not immediately return a request for comment Thursday. “The horrible abuse he perpetrated on cancer patients and others who trusted him as their doctor has been exposed and justice was done,” attorney John Manly, who represented more than 200 women in civil cases against Heaps and UCLA, said in a statement after the verdict. Sex abuse by doctors on college campuses has led to massive settlements at Ohio State University, Johns Hopkins University and Columbia University. UCLA’s payouts exceed a $500 million settlement by Michigan State University in 2018 that was considered the largest by a public university. The University of Southern California, a private institution, has agreed to pay more than $1 billion to settle thousands of cases against the school’s longtime gynecologist, who still faces a criminal trial in Los Angeles. UCLA patients said Heaps groped them, made suggestive comments or conducted unnecessarily invasive exams during his 35-year career. Women who brought the lawsuits said the university ignored their complaints and deliberately concealed abuse that happened for decades during examinations at the UCLA student health center, the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center or in Heaps’ campus office. UCLA acknowledged it received a sex abuse complaint against Heaps from a patient in December 2017 and it launched an investigation the following month that concluded she was sexually assaulted and harassed, attorneys said. Heaps, however, continued to practice until his retirement in June 2018. The university did not release its finding in the investigation until November 2019 — months after Heaps was arrested. “UCLA Health is grateful for the patients who came forward,” the university said in a statement after the verdict. “Sexual misconduct of any kind is reprehensible and intolerable. Our overriding priority is providing the highest quality care while ensuring that patients feel safe, protected and respected.”
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2022-10-21 13:24:31
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A quick search online reveals dozens, if not hundreds, of cordless vacuums available for purchase, all seemingly offering excellent quality for low prices. As experienced pet owners and neat freaks can attest, however, skimping on your vacuum can make the difference between an effortlessly clean living space and a frustratingly unproductive experience. With so many brands to choose from, let’s narrow things down to three that consistently offer high-quality cordless vacuums engineered to make you a chore day champion: Shark, Bissell and Dyson. In this article: Shark IX141 Pet, Bissell Featherweight Cordless XRT and Dyson V11 Torque Drive Cordless Vacuum. Shark Shark offers an array of products, from hair care devices to steam mops. However, it’s best known for its line of vacuums, as it consistently manufactures powerful appliances designed for all kinds of cleaning applications. Its line of cordless vacuums covers the gamut from deep-cleaning upright models to breezy handheld vacs made for everyday spills and messes. It is continually adding new products to its roster, making it an excellent choice for those particular about the way their vacuum feels and operates. Bissell Bissell is similar to Shark in that it offers a wide range of products, but it focuses almost exclusively on floor cleaners. Its cordless vacuums are comparable to Shark’s in power and quality, but because it tends to price its products a bit lower, it’s a better choice for budget-conscious shoppers. Some of its vacuums make use of its cleaning and freshening solutions, so if you’re interested in built-in fragrances or sanitization, Bissell has the upper hand. Dyson Dyson is sometimes referred to as the Apple of vacuum cleaners, as its focus on loading its appliances with advanced features makes it a market leader. Its vacuums carry a significantly higher price tag than Shark or Bissell, but most people who have taken the plunge on a Dyson appliance simply can’t imagine going back to anything else. High-quality components, innovative designs and technology that includes adaptive suction and even lasers make Dyson’s cordless vacuums as functional as they are revolutionary. Cordless vacuum considerations - Weight. The lighter the vacuum, the easier and quicker it is to move around your home. - Suction power. Minimize cleanup time by selecting a cordless vacuum with as much suction power as possible. - Battery life. If you’re looking for a whole-house cleaner, make sure to choose a vacuum that will run long enough to get the job done. - Air filtration. Look for a vac that provides advanced filtration to remove irritating dander, dust and pollen from your home’s carpets and furniture. - Accessories. From charging stations to brush attachments, the right pack-ins ensure that your vacuum is ready to tackle the messes you encounter the most. - Configuration options. Many cordless vacuums can transform from upright to handheld, making them multipurpose cleaners. Best Shark cordless vacuums Shark IX141 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum With its LED headlights and powerful suction, this cordless vacuum from Shark is specially designed to clean up pet messes and fur. It can transform from an upright vac to a handheld configuration for cleaning furniture, blinds and more with its included attachments. Sold by Amazon and Home Depot Shark SV1106 Navigator Bagless Freestyle Cordless Vacuum This upright vacuum features two brush speeds, letting you deep clean carpets as well as hard surfaces. Its head swivels easily for reaching under furniture, and you can eject dirt and dust into the trash with the push of a button. Sold by Amazon and Home Depot Shark HZ2002 Vertex Ultralight Cordless Vacuum This vacuum’s has a removable hand vac that weighs less than 3 pounds. Its DuoClean PowerFins deep clean and it has a self-cleaning brushroll. Accessories are included. Sold by Amazon Best Bissell cordless vacuums Bissell Featherweight Cordless XRT Vacuum Compact and light, this cordless vacuum features a built-in removable hand vac and can be folded up for storage. Its handle can be bent to allow you to reach under furniture and swivel steering makes it easy to push. Sold by Amazon Bissell PowerGlide Pet Slim Cordless Vacuum A tangle-free brush roll keeps pet hair from clogging this vacuum, while a row of LED headlights let you peer into areas where fur and dirt can accumulate unnoticed. It transforms from upright to handheld for floor-to-ceiling cleaning, and it includes a wall-mountable storage rack. Sold by Amazon Bissell CrossWave X7 Cordless Pet Pro Vacuum For the deepest cordless cleaning Bissell offers, look no further than this advanced wet/dry vac. It features two tanks for dispensing fresh water and sucking up messes, a self-cleaning cycle and the ability to sanitize as you go with Bissell’s cleaning solutions. Sold by Amazon Best Dyson cordless vacuums Dyson V15 Detect Cordless Stick Vacuum This advanced vacuum includes seven attachments you can use to clean your entire home. A color LCD display informs you of run time while a laser on one of the vac’s cleaner heads illuminates dust and dirt as you go. Sold by Home Depot Dyson V11 Torque Drive Cordless Vacuum With up to 60 minutes of run time, this cordless vacuum doesn’t skimp on power. It includes five attachments and intelligently modifies its suction power based on the surface you are cleaning for maximum efficiency. Sold by Amazon and Home Depot Dyson V7 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum One of Dyson’s most affordable vacuums, the V7 is designed specifically for cleaning up after pets. It includes a docking station that holds that vacuum as well as its attachments and can transform quickly from an upright to a handheld appliance for cleaning furniture and bedding. Sold by Amazon Also consider Black and Decker Powerseries Extreme Black and Decker delivers power and flexibility at a low price with this cordless vacuum that can be used in either handheld or upright configurations. It features a brush attachment, a removable battery, rubber bristles that resist hair clogs and the ability to stand up on its own for hassle-free storage. Sold by Amazon and Home Depot Want to shop the best products at the best prices? Check out Daily Deals from BestReviews. Sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter for useful advice on new products and noteworthy deals. Derek Walborn writes for BestReviews. BestReviews has helped millions of consumers simplify their purchasing decisions, saving them time and money. Copyright 2023 BestReviews, a Nexstar company. All rights reserved.
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JERUSALEM (AP) — Palestinian gunmen opened fire on Israeli troops near a checkpoint in the occupied West Bank Wednesday, killing an Israeli army officer, the Israeli military said. Palestinian officials said that troops killed the gunmen. The Palestinian Health Ministry said that two Palestinians were killed by the Israeli army, without providing additional details. The military said soldiers spotted two individuals approaching the separation barrier in the northern West Bank and that it dispatched soldiers to the area. It said the two suspects were armed with automatic weapons and began shooting at troops, who returned fire. The Israeli army confirmed that Maj. Bar Falah, 30, was killed by the gunmen in the shootout. The official Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that the Israeli army was holding the bodies of the two men. It identified them as Ahmad Abed, 23, and Abd al-Rahman Abed, 22, both from a village near the city of Jenin. The Israeli military confirmed that Ahmad Abed was a member of the Palestinian Authority security services. The Palestinian militant group Hamas praised the attack, hailing the two gunmen as “heroic martyrs.” Wednesday’s violence was the latest in a long string of incidents involving deadly confrontations between soldiers and Palestinians in the West Bank in recent months, particularly around the city of Jenin, which has become a bastion for armed struggle against Israel. Israel has been carrying out nightly arrest raids in West Bank cities, towns and villages since a spate of attacks against Israelis in the spring killed 19 people. Israeli fire has killed scores of Palestinians during that time, making it the deadliest year in the occupied territory since 2016. The Israeli military says the vast majority of those killed were militants or stone-throwers who endangered the soldiers. But several civilians have also been killed during Israel’s monthslong operation, including a veteran journalist and a lawyer who apparently drove unwittingly into a battle zone. Some local youths who took to the streets in response to the invasion of their neighborhoods have also been killed. Israel says the arrest raids are meant to dismantle militant networks that have embedded themselves. The Palestinians say the operations are aimed at maintaining Israel’s 55-year military occupation of territories they want for an independent state. Israel captured the West Bank, along with east Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip, in the 1967 Mideast war and the Palestinians seek those territories for a future state.
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2022-09-14 21:33:19
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BLACKSBURG, Va. – Players and fans are celebrating after Virginia Tech’s women’s basketball team had a big win last night. The lady Hokies claimed the program’s first-ever ACC Tournament Championship with a win over Louisville. Hokie fans said they’re impressed. [Mission accomplished: Virginia Tech wins first-ever ACC Women’s Championship] “I did not realize the Hokie ladies were doing so well this season,” Hokie fan Ken Roberts said. “Congratulations, and I hope this is a dynasty to come for them.” The Hokies beat Louisville 75 to 67.
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2023-03-07 00:04:07
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This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Jordan Spieth was caught in such a whirlwind after winning the Masters eight years ago, whether it was winging his way to New York for television appearances or throwing out the first pitch at a Texas Rangers game, that he never bothered to find a tailor for his green jacket. Leave it to Augusta National, where every piece of the property is finely tailored, to take care of such details. “I just had it everywhere and I never got it fixed,” Spieth said Monday, “and I think they have done it since here, because the arms certainly fit a lot better. I left a little room just in case I put on a few pounds over the years.” That's some forward thinking. Of course, a better solution would be to keep winning new ones. There was a time when that seemed inevitable. Spieth was just 21 back in 2015, when he became the first wire-to-wire Masters champion since Ray Floyd nearly four decades earlier, tying Tiger Woods' then-record of 18 under along the way. He went on to win the U.S. Open that summer, and everything portended greatness for a kid who fell in love with the game watching the Masters on TV and then racing out to the chipping green at Brookhaven Country Club. Spieth kept winning, of course. Prestigious monuments, too, like the Tour Championship that fall and the Tournament of Champions the following January. A year later, Spieth won his third major at the British Open at Royal Birkdale. Yet winning a second green jacket has been an exercise not in futility so much as frustration. In 2016, he led from the first round until the back nine on Sunday, when he blew a five-shot lead by losing six shots to par over the first three holes. The coup de grace came at No. 12, the picturesque par-3 over Rae's Creek in the back corner of the property, where Spieth hit not just his approach into the water but his next shot as well. It was perhaps the lowest Spieth has ever felt at Augusta National, on the lowest spot on the course. The quadruple bogey cleared the way for Danny Willett, whose bogey-free final round earned him a green jacket instead. In 2018, Spieth again led after the first round before fading on Friday and Saturday, and only a blistering final-round 64 got him within two shots of winner Patrick Reed. He matched that third-place finish with another two years ago, when he hung around the first page of the leaderboard but never threatened winner Hideki Matsuyama. “When I look back on the times where I’ve had real legitimate chances, I look at the middle two rounds of 2018 — I really could have, should have won it that year,” Spieth said. “Like, I’ve backdoored some of those top finishes, and I’d love to get in the mix because I feel like right now, I feel better about my game than I’ve felt since probably 2017.” It hasn't been easy to reach this point. Spieth would go through periods when his swing was out of whack, and his solution was to grind harder, and that would lead to more problems. So he would back off, and that would lead if not to more problems then at least different ones. “I tried working really, really hard without really knowing what I was doing, and I think that put me more in a hole,” he said. “I got to the point where I was like, ‘OK, let’s figure this out. Stop trying the same thing and overworking it, thinking something is going to click and it's all over.' Instead, I started to really re-engineer backward what kind of made me so successful.” It's been a process, Spieth said, yet the progress was evident last year at Augusta. He was 1 under in his second round, and 1 over for the championship, before a triple bogey at No. 12 — he splashed another shot into Rae's Creek — and a double bogey at the 18th caused him to miss the cut at the Masters for the first time. The next week, Spieth won the RBC Heritage in a playoff with Patrick Cantlay. The good results kept coming, if not the wins: second at the Byron Nelson, top 10 at the British Open at St. Andrews, sixth earlier this year at the Phoenix Open, fourth at Bay Hill and third at the Valspar Championship. Those results are why oddsmakers put him behind only defending champion Scottie Scheffler, four-time major winner Rory McIlroy — still needing the Masters for his career slam — and major winner Jon Rahm heading into Thursday's opening round. And why Spieth would be wise to have a tailor on standby come Sunday. “It’s exciting,” he said, “because when I go to the range, I’m confident by the end of the day I know what to improve. That seems like it would be standard every day for a golfer, but there were a lot of years in a row where I would go to the course and I would be uncertain if I would come out that day feeling better or worse. That’s tough to go into.” “You know,” Spieth added, “I don’t feel I have all the weapons right now. But I have enough, and I’m continuing to work on the ones that I don’t have, and I get a little better each day with them." ___ AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
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TOOELE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A Utah man has been sentenced to prison this week for setting a dog on fire in the spring of 2021. Michael Paul Busico, 41, tortured a companion pet and admitted to setting Dixie, a four-year-old Red Heeler, on fire after taking her from her yard in an effort to intimidate her family. Tooele City Police were dispatched to a residence for a reported theft on March 1, 2021. The victim’s father-in-law stated his daughter-in-law’s mother’s ex-boyfriend, Michael Busico, 40, had stolen the victim’s dog earlier in the day. Busico was at the home visiting the dog when the victim says she left. When she returned, Busico and the dog were allegedly gone. Documents go on to say that Busico contacted Dixie’s owner saying he was upset over money. The dog was found after she was set on fire and abandoned. Dixie suffered from extensive second and third degree burns and was euthanized because of her injuries, says Salt Lake County Animal Services. Busico was charged with felony animal cruelty, along with some other charges. “The outcome of this case is a huge win for pets in Utah. This is a step in the right direction and emphasizes that animals cannot be tortured to manipulate and hurt other humans. Salt Lake County Animal Services hopes that these strict penalties will deter future animal and domestic abuse cases,” said Talia Butler, Salt Lake County Animal Services Division Director. A judge sentenced Busico to one to 15 years in Utah State Prison for the arson conviction and up to five years for being convicted of animal cruelty.
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NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Veronica Beard has selected SKYPAD, a leader in global sales analytics, to streamline its performance insights and enhance its global strategy. Effective immediately, SKYPAD will process all the data gathered from Veronica Beard's multiple retail partners and provide key insights, optimizing brand strategy. SKYPAD is a secure reporting platform that streamlines data collection from multiple retailers—each with disparate reporting formats (PDF/Excel, Portals, EDI852), metrics, dimensions, and attributes. SKYPAD reformats and synthesizes this data to provide key insights. On one platform, SKYPAD's Enterprise solution supports Veronica Beard's data-gathering and reporting, while further facilitating cross-functional collaboration and creative strategy for its users. Veronica Beard will be able to leverage retailer/channel/door/style/color/size level performance insights across multiple retailer partners to refine their global strategy. The team will also be able to use SKYPAD Enterprise to: - Build the best fit assortment by location - Create targeted, in-season ATS packages to fuel trend - Intelligently convert fashion styles to Core styles to maximize profitability and build a non-markdown liable revenue stream - Measure ROI on any marketing initiatives to validate the success of the feature and to ensure the investment and timing make sense - Direct field team members to store visits and product knowledge seminars as a course-correcting measure Leveraging these quick comparative insights allows Veronica Beard's team to create comprehensive data stories and ultimately tailor each retailer's assortment to best support the local customer. Gil Hakami, VP of Business Development at SKYPAD, had this to say – "As SKYPAD serves to prove, customer support starts with comprehensive data and quick visibility, so we are thrilled to partner with Veronica Beard in this initiative. As a leading Contemporary resource, we are excited to launch as their all-purpose analytics tool and are excited to see how their team will employ the global and granular insights to propel their business forward." Veronica Beard's VP of Sales, Lindsay Moskowitz, stated – "Veronica Beard is excited to launch SKYPAD Enterprise for Wholesale to be able to maximize insights across retail partners, including Intermix, Neiman Marcus Group, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Its intuitive platform will allow us to quickly synthesize data and optimize our global strategy to further support our buying team partners and most importantly, our customers." For more information: VISIT: www.skyitgroup.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sky I.T. Group
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LUSAIL, Qatar (AP) — Lionel Messi was almost in tears as he grabbed and shook his jersey in front of Argentina’s celebrating fans, then blew a kiss and looked to the sky. With one of the most important goals of his career, Messi led Argentina to a 2-0 victory over Mexico on Saturday to ignite his team’s World Cup chances. His dream of winning soccer’s biggest prize in likely his last attempt is still alive. “It’s a weight off our shoulders,” Messi said. “It gives us joy and peace of mind to start again.” Messi took a touch from Angel Di Maria’s pass across the face of the area and drove a low shot from 25 meters (yards) into the bottom corner to give Argentina the lead in the 64th minute. His arms outstretched, he ran toward the team’s supporters who were celebrating behind the goal and was soon mobbed by his teammates. He whirled his arms in an emotional response to scoring his 93rd — and perhaps most crucial — international goal. Substitute Enzo Fernandez added a second goal in the 87th minute, ensuring Argentina bounced back from a 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia that ranked as one of the World Cup’s biggest ever upsets. “We lived with discomfort and kept the defeat in the opening match in our minds,” Messi said. “The days were very long. “We were eager to have the chance to turn the situation around and luckily we won.” Argentina is second in Group C ahead of its last match against first-place Poland on Wednesday, and might need to win it to advance. “We can’t let our guard down now,” Messi said. “All of our matches are finals now. We can’t mess up.” It was an eighth World Cup goal for Messi, the same number scored in the tournament by rival Cristiano Ronaldo and also Diego Maradona — the Argentina great with whom he is so often compared. For some, Messi needs to win the World Cup — the only major title missing from his collection — to join the ranks of Pele and Maradona as soccer’s greatest ever players. Thanks to this win, it could still happen. “We already know for many years he is the world’s best player,” Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said. “Messi should enjoy this World Cup. All fans enjoy seeing him play.” Scaloni made five changes from the Saudi Arabia game in a bid to inject some more energy into the team but initially they made little difference in what proved to be a tense game lacking in quality. Argentina’s build-up play was slow and Mexico had little problem snuffing out its opponent’s attacks. Messi was often seen walking around the field and mostly found himself with two defenders on him each time he got the ball. Frustration was starting to show on his face before the first half had even finished as he implored his teammates to relax. Indeed, the goal Messi scored came from one of the first times he found himself in space. Argentina’s fans inside the 89,000-seat Lusail Stadium hugged each other. Some cried. Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez fell to the ground and appeared to bury his face in the turf. “I don’t think during the match he found many spaces in the last third of the field,” Mexico coach Gerardo Martinez, an Argentine who led his native country from 2014-16, said of Messi. “But he only needs a few seconds to be the difference.” The momentum of the game changed completely and Mexico suddenly became ragged, with substitute striker Julian Alvarez proving much more effective for Argentina than Lautaro Martinez, the player he replaced. Fernandez’s goal was his first for Argentina and it was an excellent one. He feigned to go to his left before shifting the ball to his right foot and curling a shot high and beyond Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa. Argentina’s substitutes poured onto the field to join the celebrations at the same stadium where there was so much despair after the shocking loss to Saudi Arabia. “We knew we had to win today, that another World Cup was starting for us,” Messi said, “and we knew how to do it.” MEXICAN LONGEVITY Mexico midfielder Andres Guardardo became the sixth male player to feature at five World Cups. The 36-year-old follows two Mexicans — Antonio Carbajal and Rafa Marquez — as well as Lothar Matthaus, Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi. Guardardo didn’t last the first half, coming off in the 42nd minute because of injury. GROUP PERMUTATIONS Poland leads Argentina and Saudi Arabia by one point with one match to play. Mexico is last and will next face the Saudis. ___ Steve Douglas is at https://twitter.com/sdouglas80 ___ AP World Cup coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/world-cup and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Former Wisconsin Gov. Tony Earl, champion of gay rights and a staunch environmentalist, has died at age 86. MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Former Wisconsin Gov. Tony Earl, champion of gay rights and a staunch environmentalist, has died at age 86.
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NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with journalist Michael Isikoff about the death of Ken Starr, who became a household name for investigating then-President Bill Clinton's affair with Monica Lewinsky. Copyright 2022 NPR NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with journalist Michael Isikoff about the death of Ken Starr, who became a household name for investigating then-President Bill Clinton's affair with Monica Lewinsky. Copyright 2022 NPR
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Successful Upscale Casual Concept to Launch its 57th location on Las Olas FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Lauderdale's bustling Las Olas neighborhood has welcomed its very own Moxies on Wednesday, March 1st with the opening of the Canada-based brand's second South Florida restaurant at Las Olas Main; its sixth in the United States. For more than 30 years the concept has proven itself a leader in the upscale casual dining space with a blend of high-end design, uncompromising food and beverage items, and a friendly, energetic approach to hospitality. The new location is perfectly poised to accommodate locals, out-of-town diners and Fort Lauderdale cocktail connoisseurs with its trademark, signature ambiance and top-tier service. Elevating the dining experience, Moxies' modern American cuisine offers up high quality food and drink made with fresh ingredients, all made in-house. The 12,000 square foot venue also offers flexible event options for parties and private dining. The spacious, inviting space accommodates more than 366 guests in its two story building with indoor/outdoor bars featured on both levels. Notable design elements include lush indoor greenery, including a faux vertical garden that anchors the grand dining room, whimsical wallpaper, neutral tones throughout and gold features, as well as an impressive floor to ceiling wine display. Sports fans will appreciate the more than 20 LED TVs in the welcoming lounge and bar area, which features creative cocktail and bar bites menus. There's ample space to cheer on favorite teams or just mingle throughout the two level bar experience. "We are so excited to add our new flagship Moxies location at The Main Las Olas. We believe that this exceptional space will provide an interactive atmosphere, great food, drinks and hospitality for our guests. We can't wait to become part of the Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas community," said Paul Randle, President and CEO of Eatz Inc. and Franchise Owner. Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson, who will lead the Moxies' Fort Lauderdale culinary program, is excited to bring his passion and knowledge of the brand to the newest location. Chef Brandon has curated a menu of artfully crafted, fresh flavors exclusive to Moxies. Diners can expect an extensive modern menu containing one-of-a-kind, craveable dishes made in-house daily and exceptional cocktails that look just as delicious as they taste. Moxies' globally-inspired menu includes standout dishes that the brand is renowned for including Tuna Sushi Stack, with sushi grade tuna, seasoned rice, avocado, mango, soy ginger glaze, spicy mayo and seasoned prawn crackers; Salmon & Avocado Cobb Salad made with crisp Iceberg lettuce, bacon, soft boiled egg, feta, ranch sun-dried tomato dressing and rustic croutons; Steak Bites, made with marinated sirloin and horseradish aioli; and Chipotle Mango Chicken with housemade chipotle seasoning, lemon quinoa, seasonal vegetables, avocado and salsa. Guests can choose from a wide selection of margaritas, handcrafted cocktails and a sommelier-curated wine list to pair with selected food items. Daily Happy Hour runs from 3PM-6PM with the addition of half-priced bottles of wine on Wednesdays. Drink highlights include the Fusion Fashioned, curated with Toki Japanese whisky, Knob Creek rye, cane syrup, double bitters, orange & lemon peels; Millionaire Margarita, prepared with Herradura Legend añejo, Grand Marnier Cuvée Louis Alexandre, organic agave and fresh pressed lime; and the Spicy Mango Margarita made with Ghost tequila, Reál mango and fresh lime juice. Moxies is located at 201 E. Las Olas and SE 3rd Avenue on the ground level at the southwest corner. Hours of operation are Sunday - Tuesday from 11AM to 12AM and Wednesday - Thursday from 11AM to 1AM and Friday - Saturday from 11AM - 2AM. Happy Hour is available from 3PM - 6PM daily and includes specially priced cocktails and shared plates. For more information, visit www.moxies.com. Follow Moxies on Instagram: @moxiesusa. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Moxies
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SUNNYVALE, Calif. (KRON) — Three people were killed in a multi-vehicle collision on northbound Highway 101 in Sunnyvale early Monday morning, according to the San Jose California Highway Patrol office. A call came into the San Jose CHP just before 12:30 a.m. reporting a car hitting the center median between Lawrence Expressway and North Fair Oaks Boulevard. Shortly after, several more cars crashed, officials said. San Jose CHP officials said three pedestrians were killed. A detour is set up to divert traffic off at Fair Oaks Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol incident page. There is no estimated time of reopening. The southbound lane also had a multi-vehicle collision after a body was ejected from the northbound to southbound freeway. One witness from the southbound side told KRON4 they were involved in a collision after avoiding a body in the lanes. This story is developing and will be updated.
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PITTSBURGH — Anthony Richard scored the winning goal in the third period and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 on Tuesday night. Richard scored at 3:05 of the third period. He took a stretch pass from Justin Barron and beat Casey DeSmith to the glove side. Montreal rebounded from an 8-4 home loss against Colorado on Monday and snapped a seven-game losing streak. Montreal, which won its first game in March, has lost eight of its last 10 games overall. “I feel like we’ve played some really good hockey, as of late, but we just haven’t gotten rewarded for it,” Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis said. “It wasn’t perfect, but I think the group needed that kind of result.” Josh Anderson scored an empty-net goal while the Penguins pressed for the tie. Mike Hoffman scored his 11th while Denis Gurianov, Jesse Ylonen and Joel Edmundson also scored for the Canadiens. Sam Montembeault made 39 saves. “Montembeault was probably the difference,” St. Louis said. “He played real well for us.” Jake Guentzel scored twice and Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang also scored for the Penguins, who play significant back-to-back division games at the New York Rangers on Thursday and Saturday. Pittsburgh, which currently holds a wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference, has points in eight of its last 10 games. “Obviously, we missed an opportunity,” Penguins coach Mike Sullivan said. “We have a lot of them moving forward that we have to get ready for.” Tristan Jarry started, but allowed four goals on seven shots. It was the fourth time in five games Jarry allowed four goals and the second time he was pulled. DeSmith stopped 13 shots in relief. Pittsburgh played the final 16 minutes with four defensemen. Jeff Petry didn’t take a shift in the third period and Jan Rutta left with a lower-body injury after he was hit with a shot. Montreal had the first five shots of the third period and the only goal until Anderson’s empty netter with 35 seconds to go. “I thought we worked hard throughout the course of the game, but we didn’t work smart,” Sullivan said. “As a result, some of the looks they got, though they didn’t get many, were high quality.” Pittsburgh scored twice in the first five minutes for an early 2-0 lead. But the Canadiens jumped ahead with three goals in the next 6:10 and another before the end of the first during a wild six-goal period. Guentzel scored his 28th goal of the season and recorded his 400th NHL point just 21 seconds into the game. Guentzel, with five goals in his last five games, is the fastest player from the 2013 NHL Draft class to 400 points. Malkin scored a power-play goal on a one-timer from the point at 4:49, making it a 2-0 game. Pittsburgh has a power-play goal in 11 of its last 13 home games. But the Canadiens scored the final four goals of the period. Hoffman scored 32 seconds after Malkin’s goal and Ylonen tied it with a wrist shot from the point at 7:13 of the period. Gurianov scored his third goal in as many games seconds after a penalty expired. Edmundson scored with 11 seconds left in the period on a slap shot from the point. Pittsburgh outshot Montreal, 17-4, in the second period and evened the score thanks to goals by Letang and Guentzel. But it wasn’t enough, as Richard scored early in the third and the Canadiens held on for their first win of the month. “It was a tough feeling when (Pittsburgh) scored two goals early,” Richard said. “It was basically the same start we had (Monday), so the group was kind of down a little bit, but the goal right after was huge just to get our legs going again.” UP NEXT Canadiens: Visit Florida on Thursday. Penguins: Play the first of consecutive games at the New York Rangers on Thursday.
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Little League teams have equipment stolen By Christopher Baker Click here for updates on this story NORTH HIGHLANDS, California (KOVR) — The equipment for a Little League baseball team was stolen by thieves that broke into their storage at Robert Frost Park. According to league representatives, they noticed the equipment was missing at roughly 7:30 a.m. from their storage, where it appears that someone cut the lock. The thieves stole a $1,500 sound system that the 250 kid league purchased with money generated from fundraising. “We’re trying to give the kids something nice here and to finally get something we’re proud of, and to have it taken away, that’s difficult. These kids worked hard for it,” said Foothill Farms-North Highlands Little League Vice President Brad Washburn. The league is now looking into other security options to keep their equipment safe. Please note: This content carries a strict local market embargo. If you share the same market as the contributor of this article, you may not use it on any platform.
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This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate LONDON (AP) — When Camilla, Britain's queen consort, is crowned alongside her husband next week, the moment will mark the culmination of a remarkable - and painstakingly slow - transformation over five decades of a figure once reviled as the other woman and considered a huge liability to the British monarchy. With the coronation of King Charles III days away and his first seven months on the throne under his belt, many in Britain have grown to accept Camilla, though some experts and observers say she will always walk in the shadow of her past. “Without really trying too hard, but just by giving it time and going gently, gently, she has managed to show people the real person that she is — that she’s not this villainess, and that she’s there to do the hard work,” said Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine. “But the most important thing about Camilla is the way she appears to support her husband and back him up.” Camilla, 75, was mercilessly torn apart by the tabloids for years. Seward said she earned respect by putting her head down and steadily getting on with her duties. She's won over much of the British public with her down-to-earth personality and her charitable work, notably against domestic violence, rape and sexual abuse — causes she says she'll continue to support as queen. But some say she'll never fully shake her reputation as the third person in the marriage between Charles and Princess Diana. “I would actually argue that she still is the other woman, and probably will remain the other woman," said Arianne Chernock, a professor specializing in modern British history at Boston University. “Diana will very much be a presence in the room in Westminster Abbey in May 6 — I think it’s hard not to see her when you look at Charles and Camilla. “And the challenge remains even going forward, even as Queen Camilla, which at one point would have been unthinkable." Camilla Rosemary Shand — born July 17, 1947 to a family with long links with Britain’s royal family — reportedly first met Charles at a polo match in 1970, when she was 23. The pair quickly became close, but their romance was interrupted when Charles went on naval duty. In his absence, Camilla married her longtime boyfriend, army officer Andrew Parker-Bowles, in 1973. Charles married Diana in 1981. In the early ′90s, Diana went public with her resentment of Charles and Camilla’s relationship. The sensational details that followed caused an embarrassing scandal for the royal family. Camilla and her husband divorced in 1995, shortly after Charles gave an explosive television interview admitting the affair. Charles and Diana divorced the following year. In 1997, Diana died in a car crash; a global outpouring of grief followed. Camilla and Charles waited until 2005 to marry in a private civil ceremony. Mindful of lingering public hostility toward Camilla, palace officials cautiously managed her public appearances over the decades. Camilla made dozens of official visits with charities each year, and her warm personality and ease at connecting with people no doubt helped her image makeover; those who've met her often describe her as warm, unstuffy and likeable. “When you meet her, she doesn’t appear to be aloof in any way whatsoever,” Seward said. “She’s just always the same as she was. And I think this is one probably one of her biggest assets.” Sensitivity about Camilla's status as Charles' second wife long made the question of what title she'd hold when he became king a subject of contention. Queen Elizabeth II settled the matter last year, when she gave the blessing for Camilla to be known as queen consort. The endorsement was widely seen as a formal sign that the royal family had finally accepted Camilla as a respected senior member. Earlier this month, Buckingham Palace’s official coronation invitations referred to Camilla as “Queen Camilla” for the first time. Queen consorts do not formally share the sovereign’s powers, and dropping the “consort” part of the title won't change that. Nonetheless, the change marked another step in Camilla’s long road to rehabilitating her image. But the change in her title “does not necessarily suggest full public approval,” Chernock said. “Camilla, regardless of what she does, will always be divisive.” In March, Camilla dazzled crowds at her first state visit as queen consort, donning a diamond tiara belonging to the Queen Mother and a diamond necklace from Elizabeth II for a state banquet in Berlin. Her image makeover hit a snag when her stepson, Prince Harry, stirred up old grievances and painted her as a schemer who played “the long game," with a campaign aimed at “marriage and eventually the crown.” In his memoir “Spare” and in interviews promoting the book, Harry accused Camilla of trading private information about him and others to the media as part of a drive to forge friendly relationships with journalists and improve her reputation. Harry said he and his elder brother, Prince William, had urged their father not to marry Camilla, but both reluctantly accepted her into their lives. Camilla’s son, Tom Parker Bowles, hit back at Harry’s claims last week: “I don’t care what anyone says – this wasn’t any sort of end game. She married the person she loved and this is what happened.” Camilla rarely speaks about her private life. In an interview with British Vogue last year, she acknowledged she was "scrutinized for such a long time that you just have to find a way to live with it.” “Nobody likes to be looked at all the time and, you know, criticized,” she said. “But I think in the end, I sort of rise above it and get on with it." She focuses her energy on the causes she champions: promoting children's literacy and animal welfare, and speaking out about domestic sexual abuse and gender-based violence. Chernock said that while Camilla and Charles' relatively advanced years mean they have limited scope to reshape perceptions of the monarchy, it isn't too late for her to tackle more complex topics and win wider respect. “She has this incredible opportunity in front of her, this tremendous platform," she said. She suggested the pair could “provide a space for some of the more challenging conversations that not just Britain, but global audiences want the royal family to be having right now — especially questions about legacies of racism, slavery, elitism.” But Seward believes that may be too ambitious for a woman she believes never envisioned becoming queen. “She’ll carry on with all these charities, but she’s going to get bombarded with a lot more,” she said. "She won’t be able to be too outspoken and won’t really want to be because, you know, everybody that cares knows what she thinks already. “She'll just get on with it. And that is really her mantra." ___ Follow AP's coverage of King Charles III at https://apnews.com/hub/king-charles-iii
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BAY CITY, MI – A look at the high school sports scene in Bay County for May 23, 2022. Bay County coaches are asked to submit results, highlights and comments the night of each event by emailing lthomps2@mlive.com. SOFTBALL: GLENN HONORS SENIORS WITH SWEEP Oscoda joined in the Senior Day fun with John Glenn – then drilled the very first pitch for a home run. But it was all Glenn from there as the Bobcats powered to 17-4 and 19-4 victories in a day of celebration for seniors Brooke Moeller, Carmyn Mackenzie and Emma Pauwels. Glenn also recognized the Oscoda seniors and the Owls presented Glenn’s 12th graders with a signed ball as the two schools built on a recent tradition of Senior Day celebrations. When they got down to business, Oscoda’s Megan Myles belted the first pitch of the day over the fence. But Glenn (11-20) erupted from there to reach double digits in the win column. Mackenzie notched six hits and seven RBIs on the day, giving her 100 runs batted in for her career. Moeller tallied four hits at the plate and notched the Game 1 win on the mound. Pauwels drove in a pair of runs in the opener. Mia Piotrowski came through with five hits for the day and Gabi Mezey launched the first home run of her varsity career. Chelsea McKee enjoyed a four-RBI game while Kenzy Bach registered the Game 2 win. SOFTBALL: EARLY DEFICITS DON’T FAZE SSC Standish-Sterling came from behind in both contests, sweeping Valley Lutheran 9-5 and 12-2. The Panthers (18-14, 12-4) trailed 5-1 in the opener before rallying, getting the go-ahead run on an RBI single by Kylie Wendel in the fifth inning. Addi Fetters led the offense with three RBIs and joined Lexi Mielke and Morgan Jenkins with two hits. Devri Jennings struck out nine for the win. After Valley Lutheran jumped out to a 2-0 lead in Game 2, it was all SSC. Jennings had two hits and four RBIs with a home run for the Panthers. Jenkins tallied three more hits while Mielke and Baylee Ex each had two hits and Fetters drove in two runs. Mielke notched the win with seven Ks. BASEBALL: ALL SAINTS REGAINS WINNING FORM After winning 22 straight games, Bay City All Saints found itself in a bit of a losing streak. But it didn’t take long for the No. 3-ranked Cougars to find their winning form. All Saints suffered its first league loss, dropping the opener to Kinde North Huron 9-5 before getting back on the winning track with a 10-2 victory. All Saints (23-3, 13-1), which lost two games to Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart over the weekend to halt its winning streak, suffered defensive woes in the opener with North Huron and dropped its third straight game. Eli Wall was saddled with his first loss of the season for All Saints. But the Cougars got the bats going in the nightcap for the North Central Thumb League split. Devin Schular doubled and Zack Kontes laced two hits to lead the way. Schular recorded the win with a five-inning complete game. BASEBALL: DEFENSE DRIVES GLENN TO VICTORY Getting a couple defensive gems in the outfield from Ben Bricker, the John Glenn baseball team outdueled Bloomfield Hills 3-1 in a one-game showdown. Glenn (23-5) got strong pitching from Nathan Ball and Brody Krzysiak in the win, with Ball allowing three hits over four innings for the win and Krzysiak striking out six in three innings for the save. Bricker helped make it count with his two circus catches. Carter Hebert had two hits in the win while Ball and Krzysiak each doubled. BASEBALL: WALK IS A WINNER FOR PINCONNING Pinconning mounted a game-winning rally without the benefit of a hit, scoring a 5-4 victory over Ogemaw Heights in Game 2 to salvage a non-league split. After Ogemaw battled back from a 4-0 deficit to tie the game, Pinconning won it with a run in the top of the seventh inning behind a hit by pitch and three walks. Ashton Raymond walked with the bases loaded to drive in the game-winner. D.J. LaBean had three hits in the contest while Raymond drove in two runs and joined Cole Rezler with two hits. Landon Gage notched the win with 2.2 innings of scoreless relief for the Spartans (22-8). Pinconning dropped the opener 3-1 as Ogemaw plated three runs in the third inning. Austin Shoultes had two hits to lead Pinconning. Dakota Vennix threw two scoreless innings to keep the Spartans close. BASEBALL: STANDISH STAYS HOT WITH SWEEP Standish-Sterling kept a good thing going, sweeping Cass City 10-4 and 9-3 to give itself 13 wins in 14 games. Brett Bartlett drove in two runs and joined Cooper Prout with three hits in the opener. Cole Prout tallied three RBIs in the win and Brayden Schabel rapped two hits. Charlie Kolbiaz notched three hits and two RBIs in the second game while Chase Raymond had two RBIs and matched Matt Yealey with two hits. Kale Koin and Sam Briggs registered the wins on the hill with strong starting performances for the Panthers (28-6). SOCCER: GARBER ROLLS PAST GLENN Essexville Garber completed the regular season in stunning fashion, powering past John Glenn 11-0 to polish off an undefeated Tri-Valley East campaign. Garber (20-1, 12-0) joined the 2019 Garber squad and the 2009 and 2010 John Glenn squads as the only teams in Bay County history to reach the 20-win mark in a season. The Dukes scored four times in the first 10 minutes to take control. Ella Betzold led the charge with four goals while Lauren Walker and Teagan Betzold each added two. Ciara Kelly, Rylee Jatczak and Aushlund Roznowski each added one goal. Walker and Grace Carley had two assists apiece while Brooke McDonald posted the shutout in goal. Bay County Sports Calendar TUESDAY, MAY 24 Baseball Bay City Western at Fenton, 4 p.m. Mount Pleasant at Essexville Garber, 4 p.m. Softball Swan Valley at John Glenn, 4 p.m. Track and Field Bay City Central, Western at SVL Championship WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 Baseball Flint Carman-Ainsworth at John Glenn, 4 p.m. Swan Valley at Standish-Sterling, 4 p.m. Softball All Saints at Arthur Hill, 4 p.m. Flint Carman-Ainsworth at John Glenn, 4 p.m. Swan Valley at Standish-Sterling, 4 p.m. Track and Field TVC Championship at Frankenmuth Girls Tennis Bay County Championship at Jopke Courts, 8:30 a.m. If you would like your local high school sports news delivered free to your inbox daily, click here and sign up for one of our local high school sports newsletters. **Subscribe to MLive for complete access throughout the spring sports season, just $1 for 3 months!** RELATED READING Bay City area baseball, softball and girls soccer district pairings Bay City Athlete of the Week poll With eyes on the prize, Garber brings home TVC baseball crown Bay City Western tradition still running as 13 Bay County competitors advance out of regionals Soccer star’s shift-on-the-fly ability is perfect for ever-changing game Roundup: All Saints mercied twice to spoil 22-0 record Roundup: Shortage of seniors doesn’t take luster off No. 3 vs. No. 7 Down to its final out, Glenn comeback is as crazy as it gets
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HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company and one of the nation's leading multifamily developers, announced today the sale of FarmHaus, a recently completed 324-unit Class A multifamily community located in the Huntsville suburb of Madison. Virginia-based Capital Square purchased the community for an undisclosed amount. "FarmHaus has been a very successful development for us in the ever-growing market of Huntsville," said Josh Purvis, managing partner for Thompson Thrift Residential. "We attribute this success to our quality construction, meticulous finishes, on-trend amenities and tremendous on-site team that garnered significant interest from both potential residents and buyers." Located at 1260 Balch Road in Madison County, this 92% leased community is comprised of three-story garden style apartment homes with one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts that average 973 square feet. Each apartment home features open concept floorplans with hardwood-style flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a French door refrigerator, a kitchen island with pendant lights, walk-in closets, and a private patio or balcony. Community amenities include a clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, business center, coffee bar and gaming lounge, resort-style pool, outdoor firepit, communal grilling station, fenced in dog park and a pet spa. "FarmHaus is an excellent addition to Capital Square's growing portfolio of luxury multifamily communities throughout the Southeastern United States," said Whitson Huffman, Capital Square's co-chief executive officer. "Huntsville is one of the most desirable cities from an investment perspective, with a rapidly growing economy and expansive demand for quality rental living options, such as those provided by FarmHaus, which features exceptional unit finishes and extensive community amenities for its residents." Huntsville is one of the nation's top growth markets, capturing more than $5 billion in capital investments since 2018 and 8% average rent growth since 2019. The city boasts top rankings for its GDP and population growth, aided by the 20,000 new job opportunities and major employers like Redstone Arsenal, Cummings Research Park and the newly delivered Toyota-Mazda Plant. Craig Hey and Andrew Brown with Cushman & Wakefield Multifamily Advisory Group brokered the sale for Thompson Thrift. "FarmHaus was an exciting deal to work on with great groups on both sides of the transaction," said Craig Hey, vice chair at Cushman & Wakefield Multifamily Advisory Group. "The asset's quality construction, thoughtful amenity layout, retail proximity and connectivity to employment nodes within the Huntsville metro area positions the asset for unparalleled growth in the coming years." Thompson Thrift has made a name for itself by being one of the few developers to build Class A residential communities in markets across the country with a range of conventional, luxury leased villa and townhome-style communities. Throughout its history, the company has invested more than $3.8 billion and has become known as a trusted partner committed to developing high-quality, attractive communities. About Thompson Thrift Real Estate Company Thompson Thrift is an integrated full-service real estate company with offices in Indianapolis and Terre Haute, Indiana, Denver, Houston and Phoenix. Three business units drive Thompson Thrift's success—Thompson Thrift Residential which is focused on upscale Class A multifamily communities and luxury leased homes, Thompson Thrift Commercial which is focused on ground-up commercial development, and Thompson Thrift Construction, a full-service construction company. Through these business units, Thompson Thrift is engaged in all aspects of acquisition, development, construction, leasing, and management of quality multifamily, mixed-use, retail, industrial and commercial projects across the country. We are passionate about our customer's success and strive to ensure our projects not only meet the needs of our customers but also the communities we serve. For more information, please visit www.thompsonthrift.com Contact: Jennifer Franklin Spotlight Marketing Communications 949.427.1385 jennifer@spotlightmarcom.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Thompson Thrift
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SANTIAGO, Chile — With the snow-covered Andes shining in the background, several dozen cowboys in woolen ponchos and families on wooden horse carts lined up Saturday to receive a priest’s blessing in the huge esplanade in front of the National Sanctuary of Maipú. The gigantic sanctuary on the outskirts of Santiago was built in the 1970s on the location of a church erected to celebrated Chile’s victory in its war of independence in the early 1800s. It’s dedicated to the Virgen del Carmen, or Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the country’s patron, whose feast day is July 16. Many horse carts were decked in Chilean and Vatican flags. Several of the riders like Contreras belonged to a group called Cuasimodo, who traditionally bring Communion to the sick and homebound on their horses on a Sunday in April. The July celebration, which also includes Masses and traditional dances on the sanctuary’s steps, has survived multiple COVID-19 lockdowns, major scandals within the country's Catholic church, and mass protests in 2019 that torched a metro station just down the street from the vast building. On the sunny winter Saturday, Carlos Ortiz brought his wife and toddler daughter to watch the dancers in boots and sparkling costumes belonging to a group called “in Mary’s arms.” “It’s very important, because one wants to pass it on to his family, so that the culture doesn’t get lost,” said the 40-year-old Ortiz, who from age 10 to 30 used to dance himself in a similar group because of a promise to the Virgin. This year, he took advantage of a business trip from his new home in Bakersfield, California, to take in the celebration. Javiera Astorga and her boyfriend only had to drive about 20 miles from a nearby town to come pay homage, using a horse cart normally used to take construction leftovers to the dump. They don’t usually go to church, “but one comes to see the Virgin — it’s a tradition,” she said. ___ Associated Press religion coverage receives support through the AP’s collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc. The AP is solely responsible for this content.
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2022-07-16 23:43:12
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AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Long View Equity (the "Company") announced the acquisition of a 2.7 acre commercial parcel in Norman, Oklahoma that will be developed for the Company's tenant, Shearer Supply. Shearer Supply, the nation's largest American Standard AC distributor, had previously been unable to find a suitable industrial space in the low-inventory Norman submarket. Long View Equity will provide development services for the project. The design team includes local firms AC Owen, Lorg Architecture, and Kimley-Horn. The commercial development will contain 40,000 square feet of modern industrial space, half of which will be leased to Shearer Supply. The remaining 20,000 square feet is available for lease and has seen strong interest to-date. The development will break ground in August 2022 with a Q3 2023 delivery. Long View Equity is actively pursuing acquisition opportunities across office, industrial, and retail asset classes in major Texas markets. Daniel Campbell, Managing Director at Long View Equity, commented, "We are proud to partner with Shearer Supply on this development. Shearer has been a top-notch family-owned business since 1981. We look forward to partnering with them for years to come as they continue to expand their footprint in the U.S." Long View Equity, LLC, founded in 2010, is an Austin, Texas based investment management company that oversees investment decisions and operations of real estate investment funds and other syndicated investment vehicles. Long View Equity's core purpose is to create long-term value for its 100+ investors by making well-thought-out investment decisions, exercising diligence in management, and continually seeking out opportunities to create value. The Company pursues strategies involving the direct acquisition of core-plus and value-added investments and has a proven 10+ year track record of operating over 50 office, retail, or industrial real estate properties located primarily in metropolitan markets in Texas. For more information about Long View Equity, please visit: www.longviewequity.com Contact: Long View Equity Nathaniel Physioc (804) 210-6802 nphysioc@longviewequity.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Long View Equity
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2022-08-04 18:44:34
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Flippin, 1923: "Loading boiler at Flippin, 4/19/1923." This card sent to the Four Way Oil & Gas Co. in Cotter (Baxter County) shows what looks like a bulldozer pulling the boiler onto a Missouri Pacific flatcar. Arkansas Postcard Past, P.O. Box 2221, Little Rock, AR 72203
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NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift will receive the 2023 iHeartRadio Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards later this month, which will feature performances by Kelly Clarkson, Keith Urban, Pat Benatar, Muni Long, Cody Johnson, Coldplay and Pink, who is this year’s Icon Award recipient. The Innovator Award is presented to an artist who has “impacted global pop culture throughout their career.” Past recipients include Pharrell Williams, Justin Timberlake, U2 and Alicia Keys. Pink will receive the Icon Award honoring her “impact on pop culture, longevity and continued relevance as a touring and radio force with a loyal fan base worldwide.” The iHeartRadio Music Awards will be aired March 27 on Fox from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and aired on iHeartRadio stations and the app. Lizzo, Swift and Harry Styles lead the awards nominations with seven nods each, and Jack Harlow and Drake are close behind with six each. For top song of the year, Lizzo’s “About Damn Time” faces off against Swift’s “Anti-Hero,” Styles’ “As It Was,” Justin Bieber’s “Ghost,” Doja Cat’s “Woman,” Glass Animals’ “Heat Wave,” Latto’s “Big Energy,” Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow’s “Industry Baby,” Harlow’s “First Class,” and Imagine Dragons’ “Enemy.” Fans can vote in several categories including best fan army, best lyrics, best cover song, best sample and best music video. Voting on Twitter begins Wednesday using the appropriate category and nominee hashtags and will close March 20. With five nominations each are Doja Cat, Beyoncé, Dua Lipa, Tems, Bad Bunny and Red Hot Chili Peppers. Silk Sonic, Future, Latto, Imagine Dragons, The Weeknd, BLACKPINK, Karol G and Nicki Minaj have four each. Artist of the year pits Beyoncé against Doja Cat, Drake, Dua Lipa, Styles, Harlow, Bieber, Lizzo, Swift and The Weeknd for the crown. Best duo or group nominees are AJR, Black Eyed Peas, BLACKPINK, Silk Sonic, Glass Animals, Imagine Dragons, Måneskin, OneRepublic, Parmalee and Red Hot Chili Peppers. Country artist of the year nominees are Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen. Hip-hop artist of the year nominees are Drake, Future, Kodak Black, Lil Baby and Moneybagg Yo. Nominees for alternative artist of the year are Imagine Dragons, Måneskin, Twenty One Pilots, Weezer and Red Hot Chili Peppers, the last of whom also are on the list of rock artists of the year, along with Ghost, Papa Roach, Shinedown and Three Days Grace. The Latin pop/reggaeton artist of the year nominees are Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee, Farruko, Karol G and Rauw Alejandro. And nominees for best R&B artist are Blxst, Bleu, Silk Sonic, Muni Long and SZA. ___ Online: https://www.iheart.com/music-awards
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2023-03-07 17:18:40
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Family living in fear after attempted home invasion: ‘He was looking at both of us’ PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV/Gray News) - An Oregon family says they’re living in fear after someone tried to break into their Portland-area home. KPTV reports the incident happened Thursday night at the family’s home in a northwest Portland neighborhood. The family, who would like to remain anonymous for their safety, said they heard an explosion of broken glass while having dinner that evening. The father of the family of five said he ran to the front door and confronted the suspect, later identified as 18-year-old Joseph Ibrahim. The father said he tried to push the would-be burglar back as he had his hand inside the front door after smashing the glass. “He [the suspect] was looking at both of us and actively trying to get into the house,” the father said. “I didn’t know what he had in mind.” The family shared footage from their Ring doorbell of the incident. The mother said she armed two of her children with knives while contacting police. “I didn’t know whether he [the suspect] had a gun, or a knife, or what was happening,” she said. “So, I grabbed my children.” When police arrived, the family said officers found Ibrahim sitting on the porch. According to the father, the 18-year-old never said a word throughout the confrontation. Court documents shared that a police officer reported Ibrahim was “giggling to himself” while he was being taken to jail and talking about how scared the family was. The father said he has pressed charges but is disappointed that the court has set Ibrahim’s bail at $250. “This guy is going to skate out less than 24 hours after doing the deed,” he said. The family said that crime in their neighborhood has gotten worse and they are now looking at moving following this most recent incident. Copyright 2022 KPTV via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
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2022-12-10 20:14:05
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Presented by Delta Air Lines, the special evening features appearances by Ariana DeBose, Rachel Brosnahan, Audra McDonald, John Dickerson, Jason Ralph, Stephanie Ruhle among others. The evening will include a special performance by Grammy-nominated musical group Tank and the Bangas. NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Covenant House, the largest charity in the Americas helping youth facing homelessness and survivors of trafficking, will hold its annual Night of Covenant House Stars Gala on Monday, May 22 at 6 p.m. at the Javits Center Rooftop Pavilion and Terrace in New York City. Night of Covenant House Stars will feature Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner and Covenant House International Board Member Rachel Brosnahan; Academy and Golden Globe Award winner and Covenant House International Board member Ariana DeBose; news anchor, best-selling author, and Covenant House International Board member John Dickerson; Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award winner and Covenant House International Board Member Audra McDonald; actor and producer Jason Ralph; and host of MSNBC's The 11th Hour Stephanie Ruhle. "The funds and awareness we will raise on May 22 will help Covenant House provide high-quality care to the thousands of youth who will come through our doors this year, and to advocate at every level of government and society for solutions to the root causes of youth homelessness," said Covenant House President and CEO Bill Bedrossian. This year's gala will feature a special music performance from Grammy nominated Tank and the Bangas. The New Orleans-based band is known for their vibrant blend of R&B, funk, hip-hop, gospel, and spoken word poetry. After winning the 2017 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, the band was nominated in the Best New Artist category for the 2020 Grammy Awards. The band's third studio album, Red Balloon received a nomination for "Best Progressive R&B Album" at the 2023 Grammy Awards. Eric Hutcherson, Executive Vice President and Chief People and Inclusion Officer at Universal Music Group will receive the prestigious Covenant House Board Service Award for the time and talent he has given as a true champion for youth experiencing homelessness. Delta Air Lines will be honored by Covenant House for ten years of commitment and support of youth experiencing homelessness, not only through much-needed funding but by providing job training and placements for young people overcoming homelessness. "Night of Covenant House Stars is a powerful evening where we bring together our biggest supporters and showcase why our work remains critical in cities around the globe," said Bedrossian. "We are so grateful to our partners at Delta Air Lines and to all our celebrities and supporters who believe with us that no young person should experience homelessness." This event ensures that we can continue to make a difference for youth in our programs in 34 cities across six countries, and give voice to the young people who every day are pursuing their dreams and their futures. You can purchase a ticket to attend the event here. ABOUT COVENANT HOUSE Covenant House is the largest, primarily privately funded charity in the Americas helping young people facing homelessness and survivors of trafficking, providing 24/7 crisis care and ongoing support in 34 cities across six countries. In over 50 years of service, Covenant House has never closed the doors and our high-quality programs are designed to empower young people to rise and overcome adversity, today and in the future. For more information, go to www.covenanthouse.org CONTACT: Tom Manning | VP Marketing & Public Relations | tmanning@covenanthouse.org Wolf Kasteler PR | covenanthouse@wk-pr.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Covenant House
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2023-05-01 19:19:22
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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 Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE: TUP) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws. Class Period: November 3, 2021 to May 3, 2022 Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 15, 2022 No obligation or cost to you. Learn more about your recoverable losses in TUP: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/tupperware-brands-corporation-loss-submission-form-2?id=30188&from=4 Tupperware Brands Corporation NEWS - TUP NEWS CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Tupperware Brands Corporation made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Tupperware was facing significant challenges in maintaining its earnings and sales performance; (ii) accordingly, Tupperware's full-year 2022 guidance was unrealistic and/or unsustainable; (iii) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Tupperware's financial condition; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Tupperware you have until August 15, 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 Tupperware 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 TUP lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/tupperware-brands-corporation-loss-submission-form-2?id=30188&from=4. ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. CONTACT: J. Klein, Esq. Empire State Building 350 Fifth Avenue 59th Floor New York, NY 10118 jk@kleinstocklaw.com Telephone: (212) 616-4899 www.kleinstocklaw.com View original content: SOURCE The Klein Law Firm
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2022-07-26 11:43:18
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Man sentenced for ‘horrendous crime’ against child, authorities say WALHALLA, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - A South Carolina man admitted to sexually abusing a young child after the solicitor said the “horrendous crime” was caught on camera. Michael Kenneth Cox pleaded guilty to first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor under 11 years old, according to WHNS. The sexual assault was reported in December 2020. Investigators said they recovered video evidence of Cox assaulting the child. According to the solicitor, when Cox was arrested he admitted “he had struggled with an attraction to children for some time.” Cox was sentenced to 65 years in prison and he is not eligible for parole. “This was a horrendous crime perpetrated against a truly innocent and defenseless victim,” said Solicitor David Wagner. “We are grateful for the hard work of the Walhalla Police Department in bringing Michael Cox to justice, and grateful to the court for a sentence which ensures he will never have the opportunity to harm a child again.” Copyright 2022 WHNS via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is weighing a California animal cruelty law that pork producers say could upend their industry and raise the cost of their products nationwide. But in arguments Tuesday, the justices seemed to have bigger concerns beyond bacon. Pork producers say California’s law requiring more space for breeding pigs will force the $26 billion-a-year industry to change its practices even though pork is produced almost entirely outside California. The question for the high court is whether the nation’s most populous state has violated the U.S. Constitution with its law. During more than two hours of arguments, both conservative and liberal justices asked about the fate of other state laws that impact other states. “So what about a law that says you can’t sell fruit in our state if it’s produced — handled by people who are not in the country legally? Is that state law permissible?” asked Justice Brett Kavanaugh. His colleague, Justice Elena Kagan, pointed to a law from the state where she grew up: “I understand New York has a law that says that if you want to import firewood into the state, you have to have used a certain kind of pesticide to make sure that various pests don’t come in with the firewood,” she said. “Would that be forbidden?” And Justice Amy Coney Barrett asked whether California could pass a law barring pork from companies that “don’t require all their employees to be vaccinated or from companies that don’t fund gender-affirming surgery.” Still, she also expressed concern about the impact if the court were to say California’s law is impermissible. “How many other laws would fall, that it might affect?” she asked. Would the court call “into question a lot of laws that are pretty common?” The case before the court involves California’s Proposition 12, which voters passed in 2018. It said that pork sold in the state needs to come from pigs whose mothers were raised with at least 24 square feet of space, including the ability to lie down and turn around. That rules out confined “gestation crates,” the metal enclosures that are common in the pork industry. Two industry groups, the Iowa-based National Pork Producers Council and the American Farm Bureau Federation, sued over the proposition. They say that while Californians consume 13% of the pork eaten in the United States, nearly 100% of it comes from hogs raised outside the state, primarily where the industry is concentrated in the Midwest and North Carolina. The vast majority of sows, meanwhile, aren’t raised under conditions that would meet Proposition 12’s standards. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson summed up the issue by saying: “To what extent does California get to control what Iowa does with respect to the housing of its pork?” She asked why California couldn’t do something less burdensome to the industry, like “segregating Iowa’s pork when it comes in, putting a big label over it that says ‘This is immorally produced.’” The Biden administration has urged the justices to side with pork producers, telling the court in written filings that Proposition 12 would be a “wholesale change in how pork is raised and marketed in this country.” The administration says the proposition has “thrown a giant wrench into the workings of the interstate market in pork.” Pork producers argue that 72% of farmers use individual pens for sows that don’t allow them to turn around and that even farmers who house sows in larger group pens don’t provide the space California would require. They also say that the way the pork market works, with cuts of meat from various producers being combined before sale, it’s likely all pork would have to meet California standards, regardless of where it’s sold. Complying with Proposition 12 could cost the industry $290 million to $350 million, they say. So far, lower courts have sided with California and animal-welfare groups that had supported the proposition, throwing out the pork producers’ case. But the law has yet to go into effect. Several of the justices suggested the lower courts were too quick to reject the case. They suggested it should have gone forward with lower courts weighing the impact of California’s law and California’s interests in passing it. Justice Kavanaugh suggested that would be “the easiest way to resolve this for now, and we can deal with a lot of these far-reaching arguments down the road.”
https://www.wearegreenbay.com/top-stories/ap-supreme-court-to-hear-case-that-could-raise-price-of-pork/
2022-10-12 03:22:30
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TX Brownsville TX Zone Forecast for Thursday, April 28, 2022 _____ 843 FPUS54 KBRO 290858 ZFPBRO Zone Forecast Product for Texas National Weather Service Brownsville TX 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 TXZ253-292100- Southern Hidalgo- Including the cities of McAllen, Edinburg, Pharr, Mission, and Weslaco 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 90. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the lower 90s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 90s. Lows in the mid 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then clearing. Breezy with highs in the lower 90s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the lower 90s. $$ TXZ255-292100- Inland Cameron- Including the cities of Brownsville and Harlingen 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. .MONDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 90. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny in the morning, then clearing. Breezy with highs in the lower 90s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 90s. $$ TXZ355-292100- Coastal Cameron- Including the cities of Port Isabel and Laguna Vista 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. .SUNDAY...Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .MONDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the upper 80s. $$ TXZ455-292100- Cameron Island- Including the cities of South Padre Island and Boca Chica Beach 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... .TODAY...Partly sunny this morning, then clearing. Breezy. Near steady temperature in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 20 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Near steady temperature in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Near steady temperature in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Near steady temperature in the mid 70s. .MONDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs around 80. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy. Near steady temperature in the mid 70s. .TUESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Near steady temperature in the upper 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs around 80. $$ TXZ252-292100- Starr- Including the cities of Rio Grande City and Roma 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs around 90. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the mid 90s. Heat index values up to 105. .MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the mid 90s. Heat index values up to 105. $$ TXZ254-292100- Inland Willacy- Including the city of Raymondville 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 90. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Breezy with highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs around 90. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 90s. Lows in the mid 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then clearing. Breezy with highs in the lower 90s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the lower 90s. $$ TXZ354-292100- Coastal Willacy- Including the city of Port Mansfield 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the lower 70s. .MONDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .TUESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the upper 80s. $$ TXZ248-292100- Zapata- Including the city of Zapata 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Partly sunny this morning, then clearing. Highs in the mid 90s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the mid 90s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 90s. Lows in the mid 70s. Heat index values up to 105. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Heat index values up to 105 in the afternoon. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. .THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. $$ TXZ249-292100- Jim Hogg- Including the city of Hebbronville 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly cloudy this morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the lower 90s. .MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the mid 90s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. $$ TXZ250-292100- Brooks- Including the city of Falfurrias 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Partly sunny. Highs around 90. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs around 90. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the lower 90s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .TUESDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .WEDNESDAY THROUGH THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 90s. Lows in the lower 70s. $$ TXZ353-292100- Northern Hidalgo- Including the city of San Manuel 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Highs around 90. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the lower 90s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .TUESDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. .WEDNESDAY THROUGH THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Highs in the mid 90s. Lows in the mid 70s. $$ TXZ251-292100- Inland Kenedy- Including the city of Sarita 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows around 70. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Breezy with highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the upper 80s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the lower 70s. .TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 90s. Lows in the lower 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 90s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the lower 70s. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 90s. $$ TXZ351-292100- Coastal Kenedy- 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the lower 70s. .MONDAY THROUGH TUESDAY...Partly cloudy and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. Lows in the lower 70s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the lower 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the upper 80s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the lower 70s. Highs in the upper 80s. $$ TXZ454-292100- Willacy Island- 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... .TODAY...Partly sunny this morning, then clearing. Breezy with highs in the lower 80s. Southeast winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. .MONDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. .TUESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the mid 80s. $$ TXZ451-292100- Kenedy Island- 357 AM CDT Fri Apr 29 2022 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... .TODAY...Partly sunny this morning, then clearing. Breezy with highs in the lower 80s. Southeast winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY...Partly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. .MONDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. .TUESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 80s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 70s. Highs in the lower 80s. $$ _____ Copyright 2022 AccuWeather
https://www.sfgate.com/weather/article/TX-Brownsville-TX-Zone-Forecast-17135845.php
2022-04-29 10:18:34
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https://www.sfgate.com/weather/article/TX-Brownsville-TX-Zone-Forecast-17135845.php
First lady Jill Biden’s walk-back of her suggestion that runner-up Iowa should join NCAA women’s basketball champion LSU for a visit to the White House didn’t sit well with Tigers star Angel Reese. Prompted by a discussion of Biden’s comments during her Wednesday appearance on “The Paper Route Podcast,” Reese said the Tigers should celebrate their title with former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama rather than President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden. Jill Biden, at an appearance in Denver on Monday, had praised Iowa’s sportsmanship and congratulated both teams. She also said that as part of the longstanding tradition of having champions visit the White House, Iowa should come as well “because they played such a good game.” The Tigers defeated Iowa 102-85 for the title in Dallas on Sunday. Reese on Monday called Jill Biden’s suggestion “a joke.” Joe Biden invited LSU and men’s champion Connecticut to the White House on Tuesday with no mention of Iowa. Vanessa Valdivia, a spokesperson for Jill Biden, said the first lady had meant no disrespect to LSU and that her comments were intended to applaud the historic game and all women athletes. “I’m not gonna lie to you, I don’t accept the apology because of, you said what you said. I said what I said. And like, you can’t go back on certain things that you say,” Reese told podcast hosts Brandon Marshall and Ashley Nicole Moss. “I mean, you felt like they should’ve came because of sportsmanship, right?” Reese added. “They can have that spotlight. We’ll go to the Obamas. We’ll see Michelle. We’ll see Barack.” Some social media commenters noted the racial dynamics involved, saying that only winners should be rewarded with a White House visit and that hosting both teams would detract from the achievement by LSU’s team, which is predominantly Black. The Iowa team is largely white. Others noted the important role of Black women in Democratic Party politics. Following LSU’s victory, coach Kim Mulkey said she would go to the White House if invited. Reese said Wednesday she was uncertain if she would go. Reese faced criticism on social media for waving her hand in front of Iowa star Caitlin Clark’s face while staring down Clark during the game. Clark, The Associated Press Player of the Year, made a similar gesture to no one in particular during Iowa’s victory over Louisville in the Elite Eight. Reese said she didn’t think LSU, had it lost to Iowa, would have gotten the same praise from Jill Biden as the Hawkeyes did. “If we were to lose, we would not be getting invited to the White House,” she added. “I remember she made a comment about both teams should be invited because of sportsmanship. And I’m like, ‘Are you saying that because of what I did?’ Stuff like that, it bothers me because you are a woman at the end of the day. White, Black, it doesn’t matter, you’re a woman, you’re supposed to be standing behind us before anything.” ___ More AP coverage of March Madness: https://apnews.com/hub/march-madness and https://apnews.com/hub/womens-college-basketball and https://twitter.com/AP_Top25
https://pix11.com/sports/ap-sports/lsus-reese-on-white-house-flap-well-go-to-the-obamas/
2023-04-06 11:04:11
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SILOAM SPRINGS -- A group called Unite Siloam is seeking to recall city Directors David Allen and Lesa Rissler over the firing of City Administrator Phillip Patterson and the belief the city board is disregarding input from residents, according to Matt Feyerabend, a group member. Unite Siloam started March 8, the day after Patterson was fired, and has at least 30-40 members, Feyerabend said. The petition was available for people to sign beginning March 15, Feyerabend said. Feyerabend does not know how many signatures the group has, but said about 25 people are out gathering signatures, he said. The petitions are also available at Heart of the Home shop and Ivory Bill Brewing Co. for people to sign during their normal business hours. The Herald-Leader reached out to both Allen and Rissler for comment. Rissler said she represents the residents, so it's up to them to decide. Allen sent the following comment in an email: "Matt Feyerabend is self-described on Facebook as a 'socialist' and an 'ex-evangelical.' I would like to say I was shocked when Matt posted a huge 'Defund the Police' sign in the window of his Pure Joy ice cream store in downtown Siloam Springs. With his radical views, it is very ironic to see him start a group called Unite Siloam." Allen went on to say: "Matt and the Unite Siloam group has posted false information on Facebook and continues to spread innuendo that is just flat out dishonest." Feyerabend did not address Allen's comments during a city board meeting Tuesday. Allen added the public is not usually made aware of all circumstances in personnel decisions made by the city. Comments from the public Feyerabend said Allen and Rissler misused their power to terminate Patterson without cause and the effects of that decision are damaging the city. Ben Bergstrom, another Siloam Springs resident, shared similar opinions about Allen and Rissler. "Both directors have shown themselves to be disinterested in the voices of the people of Siloam, most recently with the firing without cause of our highly revered and respected city administrator," Bergstrom said. Bergstrom went on to say Allen and Rissler have displayed no clear vision for Siloam Springs and are actively hurting it and keeping the residents in the dark as to why. Other residents have issued statements of support for the two directors. Gary Riley said there are many people who appreciate and support Allen and Rissler. "We have finally got people on our city board who are working for the citizens of Siloam," Riley said. "There always are those who have their own agenda and will push back when they lose power. Stay the course. Good things will happen if we do." Recall process Residents will need to submit a petition requesting the removal, said City Clerk Renea Ellis, who read from the state statute. The petition needs to be signed by 35% of the total number of votes cast for all candidates for that office in the preceding general municipal election, Ellis said. Petitioners will have 60 days before the next special election date to turn in their petitions, according to Kim Dennison, the election coordinator for the Benton County Election Commission. Deadlines for turning in the petitions are 60 days before the special election dates. The two special election dates are Aug. 8 and Nov. 14, Dennision said. This means that the petitions need to be turned in before June 9 for the Aug 8 election and Sept 15 for the Nov. 14 election, Dennison said. Ellis said she will determine the sufficiency of the petitions within 10 days from the date of filing. If the petitions are deemed sufficient, the clerk shall certify them to the county board of election commissioners, Ellis said. The commissioners will set an election date within 90 days of certification by the clerk, she said. No recall petition can be filed against a director until he has held his position for six months. Allen was sworn in in January 2021. Rissler was recently resworn in January 2023, so the petition to recall Rissler cannot be filed until July, Ellis said. Since Rissler ran unopposed in the 2022 election, the 35% needed to recall Rissler will have to come from the last election where her position was contested, which was in 2018, Ellis said. For Allen, a total of 1,875 signatures -- 35% of 5,359 votes cast citywide for the at-large position in the November 2020 election -- are needed, according to official results provided by the Benton County Election Commission. For Rissler, a total of 319 signatures are required out of the 912 cast in Ward 4 in November 2018.
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2023-03-23 07:16:45
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Opening statements to begin in Harvey Weinstein’s Los Angeles trial LOS ANGELES (AP) — Opening statements are set for Monday in the Los Angeles trial of Harvey Weinstein. Already a serving a 23-year sentence for a conviction in New York, the 70-year-old former movie magnate is charged with four counts of rape and seven other counts of sexual assault in a trial that is expected to last six weeks. A jury of nine men and three women was seated Thursday. Weinstein is more than two years into a sentence for a 2020 conviction for rape and sexual assault in New York. The state’s highest court has agreed to hear his appeal in that case. In Los Angeles, Weinstein faces a trial in the city where he was once a colossus during Hollywood’s awards season and at the Oscars. The five accusers who will testify in the case are expected to be identified only as Jane Doe. Jennifer Siebel Newsom, an actor and documentary filmmaker who is married to California Gov. Gavin Newsom, is among the accusers. The Associated Press does not normally name people who say they’ve been sexually abused unless they’ve agreed to be named publicly, as Newsom has through her attorney. The trial opened two weeks ago with jury selection, five years after women’s stories about him gave massive momentum to the #MeToo movement. ___ Follow AP Entertainment Writer Andrew Dalton on Twitter: twitter.com/andyjamesdalton ___ For more on the Harvey Weinstein trial, visit: https://apnews.com/hub/harvey-weinstein Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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2022-10-24 17:23:33
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NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Latch, Inc. f/k/a TS Innovation Acquisitions Corp.. Shareholders who purchased shares of LTCH during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery. CONTACT US HERE: CLASS PERIOD: May 13, 2021 to August 25, 2022 ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) there were unreported sales arrangements related to hardware devices; (2) as a result, the Company had improperly recognized revenue throughout fiscal 2021 and first quarter 2022; (3) there were material weaknesses in Latch's internal control over financial reporting related to revenue recognition; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Latch would restate financial statements for fiscal 2021 and first quarter 2022; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. DEADLINE: October 31, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/latch-inc-f-k-a-ts-innovation-acquisitions-corp-loss-submission-form/?id=32984&from=4 NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of LTCH during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is October 31, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case. WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. CONTACT: The Gross Law Firm 15 West 38th Street, 12th floor New York, NY, 10018 Email: dg@securitiesclasslaw.com Phone: (646) 453-8903 View original content: SOURCE The Gross Law Firm
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2022-10-26 11:01:28
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A woman was sentenced Friday to 94 years in prison after being convicted of murdering one person and stabbing two others in Kosciusko County in 2020. Vickie Louise Wooldridge, 45, of Nappanee, was found guilty by a jury in August of murder, attempted murder, aggravated battery, criminal confinement and battery by means of a deadly weapon. Matthew Alan Lucas, 42, of Warsaw, died from multiple stab wounds to the neck, face and chest after the violent incident on Dec. 15, 2020, which was reportedly followed by Wooldridge attacking his parents, Bill and Diane Burr. Wooldridge was Lucas’ girlfriend, court records say. Bill Burr said he had yelled at Lucas to keep it down as the couple was arguing before the attack. Lucas was pronounced dead at the scene, and Bill Burr was airlifted to Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne with stab wounds to the chest. Diane Burr also required medical attention for facial injuries, cuts to her hands and loss of teeth from the attack, court records say. Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed sentenced Wooldridge to 94 years in the Indiana Department of Correction. Bill Burr said in a letter that the family appreciates the legal teams for “bringing this case to justice.” “I would ask that you keep all the families involved in your continued thoughts and prayers,” Bill Burr wrote. Brad Voelz, Kosciusko County chief deputy prosecuting attorney, said in a statement that he thinks it’s important for the community to know about the Burr and Lucas families’ story. “They have suffered tragic loss, but through it all, they never lost their faith or their strength,” he said. “I hope after receiving a measure of justice they can now move on to try to find a measure of peace. They are an inspiration to us all.”
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2022-09-03 06:26:05
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grown by the community, for the community, eight gardens across the Inland Empire – including one that involves fish – are providing access to fresh fruits and vegetables for neighbors facing food insecurity. For the last year, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) has worked closely with community partners to support these gardens, including an inspiring collaboration with Music Changing Lives (MCL) Chief Executive Officer Josiah Bruny, to bring a new community garden to San Bernardino. Located on the corner of Electric Avenue and North 40th Street in San Bernardino – once one of the largest dumping sites in the city – the land has been transformed into MCL's Urban Garden. In addition to addressing food insecurity, the garden aims to provide a safe space where neighbors can come together to learn, exercise, eat, explore, relax and have fun. Home to Soulful Sunday events every fourth Sunday of the month, local residents are invited to visit the garden for gardening workshops and various volunteer opportunities, while enjoying music, food and more. Information on Soulful Sunday events can be found on MCL's Facebook page. "The best part about this project is that it's all led by the community," said Bruny. "Working together, we can bring more love to the region and those who need it most. We look forward to leveling up in our efforts to make the Inland Empire a better place for us all." In addition to sponsorship, IEHP supports the garden by providing volunteers through the company's team member Helping Hearts program and Health Education team. Volunteers work alongside program leaders pulling weeds, planting trees, spreading mulch, building garden beds and irrigating crops. "Through the right partnerships, compassion and drive to heal and inspire the human spirit, these gardens are thriving and bringing a diversity of wellness opportunities to our neighbors," said IEHP Senior Community Health Director Cesar Armendariz. "We appreciate the love Music Changing Lives has for the Inland Empire and the people who live here and look forward to continuing to plant and harvest more gardens for a healthier community." The health plan also provided sponsorship to "Jardín Comunitario de la Salud" – Spanish for "Community Garden of Health" – to help support a large aquaponics garden at the Loma Linda University Health SACHS clinic in San Bernardino. The first of its kind in the Inland Empire, the garden is home to a large quantity of fish that work symbiotically, nourishing garden beds and working to create food that can be harvested and consumed by the community. Gardens are located in Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Jurupa, Perris and San Bernardino. For more information on local community gardens, visit: riversidefoods.org. To our media friends, IEHP is happy to help arrange photo, video and interview opportunities at any of these garden sites – yes, including the garden that has put fish to work! With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is one of the top 10 largest Medicaid health plans and the largest not-for-profit Medicare-Medicaid plan in the country. In its 26th year, IEHP is supporting more than 1.5 million residents in Riverside and San Bernardino counties who are enrolled in Medicaid or Cal MediConnect Plans and has a growing network of over 7,800 providers and nearly 3,000 team members. Through dynamic partnerships with providers and community organizations, paired with award-winning service and a tradition of quality care, IEHP is fully committed to their vision: We will not rest until our communities enjoy optimal care and vibrant health. For more information, visit iehp.org. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)
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2022-08-17 20:42:01
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EAGLE, Idaho — Cool fall weather is finally arriving this week in the Treasure Valley, and grape growers at Rolling Hills Vineyard in Eagle are grateful it didn't get here sooner. Just six weeks ago, Mark Pasculli wasn't so sure they'd see a harvest this year, but warmer-than-average October temperatures got them to the finish line. "October was really a blessing," Pasculli said. "The weather was beautiful. It was perfect for the vineyard to help the fruit continue to ripen; so we got the October we needed without a doubt!" Much to Pasculli's relief, that means this year there will be red wine after all. RELATED: Unusual weather impacting Idaho wine industry When we first met in early September, Pasculli's grapes were still bright green and far from ripe. So they started pruning by picking off literally tons of grapes, hoping the plants would prioritize energy into ripening the fruit left behind. Turns out, it paid off. They ended up with fewer grapes, but they matured enough to be harvested for both rosé and red wine. "It's a calculated risk," Pasculli said. "But basically the weather scared me off enough that we thinned quite a bit of it to make sure the crop we got was going to be a good one, and fortunately it's turning out to be very good." The grapes destined for rosé will make it to the shelves of their Garden City tasting room sometime next spring or summer. The fruit picked for red wine will take longer and should be ready to enjoy after 2024. You can learn more about their tasting room here.
https://www.kivitv.com/news/warm-october-weather-helps-local-grape-growers-reach-harvest
2022-10-21 23:16:18
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Cluster of thunderstorms moving through Saturday BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A cluster of thunderstorms moving from west to east across South Louisiana on Saturday morning will reach the Baton Rouge area by mid-morning. The cluster is moving at about 30-40 mph. Expect localized heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and possibly some small hail, but at this stage, it does not look like any of the storms will be tagged as severe. While the local storm activity will ease up once that cluster passes the area, that will not be the end of the day’s rains: expect more showers and occasional thunderstorms through the afternoon.The latest guidance suggests that the rains should end before sunset for most of the area, leaving us with a dry evening. By day’s end, many WAFB communities will have received upwards of 1″ to 2″ of rain with isolated bullseyes of 3″ or more. Saturday’s cloudy, wet afternoon should keep high temperatures in the low to mid 80°s for most WAFB neighborhoods. Sunday looks much drier with rain chances currently posted at 20% or less for the WAFB viewing area. Sunday morning begins slightly less humid than Saturday’s start, with Sunday morning minimums around 70° for Baton Rouge. Afternoon highs will approach 90° for much of the WAFB region. The outlook through next week has a real summer ‘feel’ to it: morning lows near 70°, afternoon highs in the upper 80°s to around 90°, and daily afternoon scattered thundershowers. Click here to report a typo. Copyright 2022 WAFB. All rights reserved.
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2023-05-06 12:28:32
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Phoenix breaks daily rainfall record for Dec. 3, last set over a century ago PHOENIX - Phoenix set a new rainfall record on Dec. 3 - and National Weather Service officials say it's the wettest day Sky Harbor has seen all year, despite a busy monsoon season. The airport received a total of .76 inches of rain Saturday, breaking the old record of .69 inches that was set back in 1908. While there was plenty of rain across the state during monsoon season, Phoenix itself saw below average levels of precipitation. Currently, the city has received 4.53 inches of rain in total - more than 2 inches below the average. Saturday's rain was the highest amount of precipitation seen at Sky Harbor since Dec. 24, 2021, when the airport saw an inch of rain. Winter storm sweeps across Arizona with rain and some snow: Live radar, updates You can check the latest weather conditions by visiting the FOX 10 Phoenix weather page, or download the Free FOX 10 Weather app, which is available on Apple iOS and Android.
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2022-12-04 18:32:52
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