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DUIDLA Members Will Have Direct Access To Technology And Educational Resources To Help Grow Their DUI Law Businesses
SALT LAKE CITY, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Scorpion, a leading provider of technology and services that help local businesses thrive, today announced a three-year partnership with the DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA), whose members consist of solo attorneys and law firms that practice DUI (driving under the influence) law.
As part of the three-year partnership, Scorpion will provide DUIDLA resources, including Webinars about relevant marketing trends and best practices, articles outlining digital marketing recommendations, and content offering perspectives about industry trends, among others.
"Scorpion is excited to help DUIDLA members identify the right digital technology, branding and marketing, as well as customer relationship management strategies to grow their businesses," said Darrin Sennott, Senior Vice President, Regional Sales, Scorpion. "Within our areas of expertise, we are offering the technology, tools and services that will enable DUIDLA members' businesses to thrive."
"Scorpion knows how best to fuse technology and marketing to grow a local business," said Harley O Wagner, President Emeritus of DUIDLA. "Equally as important, Scorpion has shown itself to demonstrate extraordinary care for, and consideration of, the complex needs of those who practice DUI Law, which will greatly benefit DUIDLA members."
Scorpion is the leading provider of technology and services helping local businesses thrive. It helps local service providers understand their unique market dynamics, maximize their marketing efforts, and delight their customers. Scorpion offers SEO, Reviews, Advertising, Email Marketing, Chat and Messaging, Social Media, Websites, Lead Management, Appointment Scheduling, and more. The company brings everything together in a way that's easy to understand and manage, blending AI and teams of real people with vertical expertise to support customers in setting, measuring, and reaching their goals.
Scorpion is headquartered in the Salt Lake City area, with offices in California, Texas, and New York. For more information, please visit https://www.scorpion.co/about-us/.
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NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Katten announced today that the firm's Intellectual Property (IP) practice along with four of its leading patent attorneys were recognized in IAM Patent 1000: The World's Leading Patent Professionals 2022, a directory that identifies the top patent professionals across the globe.
Katten was designated a bronze band for Litigation in New York for being "among the most competitive in the field" and was recognized for its strong Patent practices in Illinois and North Carolina.
Global IP chair Deepro R. Mukerjee and Patent Litigation co-chair Brian Sodikoff both earned silver rankings in New York and Illinois, respectively, for being "renowned" for their "top-end" work. Lance Soderstrom, co-chair of Patent Litigation, was awarded a bronze band for Litigation in New York for being "highly praised" in his field while Dr. Jitendra "Jitty" Malik, a partner in Charlotte commended for his extensive knowledge of life sciences and litigation experience, was named a "recommended individual."
"This recognition underscores the fact that Katten's IP patent attorneys are well equipped to handle the most complex and high-stakes litigations across the country," said Mukerjee, chair of Katten's global Intellectual Property department and a member of the firm's Board of Directors. "While Katten is well known for our handling of Hatch-Waxman cases on behalf of generic pharmaceutical companies throughout the US, we also are operating at the forefront of some of the most high-profile patent cases across an expansive range of major industries."
The directory praised Mukerjee and Soderstrom as "deeply skilled IP — and general — litigators and hands down the most efficient, reliable and responsive counsel you could hope to work with." They were acknowledged for their strong ability to "proactively spot issues, think outside the box, present solutions and produce results time and again — invalidating weak patents, prevailing on strong non-infringement defenses, obtaining highly favorable settlements and clearing legal paths."
Sodikoff, too, was distinguished in the guide's commentary. "Blended patent, regulatory and unfair competition law expertise gives him his edge, even against opponents from some of the most powerful law practices in the country," according to IAM Patent.
Malik was commended in the guide for being "an outstanding all-rounder in life sciences patent practice." The directory noted that "he prosecutes patent applications to successful grant seamlessly — in the United States and abroad" and is "equally capable of putting in tenacious performances in complex patent litigation under the Hatch-Waxman Act and the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act."
The guide also highlighted Katten as a "go-to for many of the world's top generic drug companies" and praised the team for its ability to make "all the right strategic calls to drive optimal outcomes" for clients.
IAM Patent 1000 is the world's most extensive guide to leading private practice patent professionals and firms in key jurisdictions. Firm rankings are based on the depth of experience, market presence and the level of work in which firms are typically engaged. Individual rankings are based on feedback from peers and clients with knowledge of the professionals' practices and the markets in which they operate.
Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm's core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.
For more information, visit katten.com.
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Sky Shorts: June to feature seven-planet viewing extravaganza
We are in for a rare sight in our morning sky in June.
We will not only see the five planets visible to the human eye – Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn – but also Uranus and Neptune.
Uranus and Neptune can be viewed with binoculars or with a small telescope. Best dates for viewing will be June 16-27. The Moon joins this phenomenal sight from June 18-27.
We also will enjoy a visit from asteroid Vesta. The real thrill will be that the five visible planets will be stretched across the ecliptic in the correct order from their distance from the Sun. The planets will be spread along a 106-degree line of the ecliptic.
The ecliptic is the imaginary line in the sky that marks the path of the Sun. It traces out the apparent annual motion of the Sun across the sky. The planets orbit in approximately the same plane as Earth, so they appear along the ecliptic. So, we will be able to see how the visible planets are lying along the ecliptic in our June predawn sky.
As we head into June, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn continue to put on a spectacular show in the predawn sky. Mercury will be too faint to see in early June, but brightens to magnitude 1.0 on June 11, to 0.5 on June 16, 0.0 on June 21 and -0.7 by month’s end. Mercury reaches greatest western elongation or distance from the Sun on the sky’s dome on June 16 and rises a little before 5 a.m. That will give us 30 minutes of viewing before morning twilight interferes. The Sun rises just before 6 a.m. Mercury can be found about 10 degrees to the lower left of Venus. You might need binoculars.
The best morning to take in this rarity is June 24, 50 minutes before sunrise, which is 5:54 a.m. The Moon will be positioned between Venus and Mars. So, the visible object lineup will be Mercury, Venus, the Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. The magnitude of each planet is: Mercury -0.1, Venus -3.9, Mars,0.5, Jupiter -2.4, and Saturn 0.5.
Magnitude is the measure of apparent brightness of a celestial object. The lower the value, the brighter the object, hence Venus is the brightest. Set your alarm and enjoy this rare sight!
Space exploration
The world’s largest and most powerful space telescope, the James Webb Space Telescope, has entered the homestretch of its commissioning. Engineers are in the final tweaking stage to the instruments. We may see the first images by late June!
Night Sky for June
Planets and the Moon:
There will be no visible planets again this month in the evening sky. Saturn rises after 1 a.m. and shortly after midnight by mid-June. Saturn reaches a stationary point on June 5 and begins retrograde motion. Jupiter and Mars rise together in the eastern sky on June 1, soon after 2:30 a.m. The pair stand less than two degrees apart, and Jupiter will be brighter. Jupiter and Mars will begin to drift apart each day in June. Jupiter rises before 1 a.m. at the end of June. Neptune rises after 2 a.m. in early June and after midnight in late June. Early June will be the best time to locate Neptune. Locate Jupiter and look westward to find 4th magnitude star, Phi Aquarii. Neptune will be between these two objects. Venus rises before 4 a.m. all month and crosses the constellation Aries, the Ram to Taurus, the Bull, midway through June. Best time to locate Uranus will be on June 24 when it is 6 degrees east of the Moon. The Moon pairs with each planet in the morning sky from mid to late June. Pairings will be Saturn on June 18, Jupiter on June 21, Mars on June 22, Venus on June 26 and Mercury on June 27. We celebrate the Summer Solstice on June 21 at 5:14 a.m.
Constellations:
West – The two stars that look identical, Castor and Pollux, are part of Gemini, the Twins. The star Capella, is to the right of Gemini and the star Procyon, is to the left of Gemini. Above Gemini you will see the shape of a backwards question mark, which is the head of Leo, the Lion.
North – The Big Dipper is high in the sky. Following the two stars at the end of the cup to the next bright star, Polaris, or the North Star. The constellation Cassiopeia, the “W” shape is below Polaris.
East – Head back to the cup of the Big Dipper. Now, arc off the handle of the Big Dipper to the bright yellow, orange star Arcturus. Look right for the bright blue, white star, Spica. Just below Arcturus, is a semi-circle of stars, the Northern Crown or Corona Borealis. Continue down and to the left, you will see a keystone or crooked square shape, which is the body of Hercules. The bright blue, white star down and to the left is Vega, which is part of the Summer Triangle. To the right of Hercules is a red, orange star, Antares, which is the heart of Scorpius.
Binocular Highlights – In the western sky, scan up and left of Gemini, the Twins. There you will find the Beehive Star Cluster. Continue to scan, up through the head of Leo (backwards question mark). Halfway to the bright star Arcturus you will see another star cluster, Coma Berenices. Find Hercules and scan around the part of Hercules that faces Corona Borealis. You will see a fuzzy object which is the finest globular star cluster in the northern skies!
For further night sky details, maps and audio, visit my website www.starrytrails.com.
Visit Hoover Price Planetarium
Starting May 31, there will be daily planetarium shows from Tuesday through Saturday. Visit www.mckinleymuseum.org for show dates and times. Planetarium shows are free with museum admission. Seating is limited and will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. The planetarium is located inside the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW, in Canton. For more information, call the museum at 330-455-7043. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/lifestyle/2022/05/29/sky-shorts-june-feature-seven-viewable-planets-morning-sky/9913970002/ | 2022-05-29T09:32:19Z |
Stark County Sheriff's Office awarded $2 million for new violent crime task force
CANTON – The Stark County Sheriff's Office will receive more than $2 million in grant funding to create a multi-jurisdictional task force to address violent crime.
Gov. Mike DeWine announced Friday that the sheriff's office will be receive funding to establish the Stark County Violent Crime Task Force. It will be a collaboration between the sheriff's office and the Canton, Jackson Township, Massillon, Perry Township and Alliance police departments.
The task force will "deploy proactive and preventative enforcement strategies targeting problem areas known for gang-related activity and other incidents of violent crime," according to a news release from the governor's office.
Each law enforcement agency will assign a full-time and part-time officer to the task force to help with hot-spot policing, community-oriented policing and engagement at community events.
The funds come as part of the fourth round of DeWine's Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program. In total, the program will award $58 million to Ohio law enforcement agencies to aid with their efforts to reduce violent crime.
“My job as governor is to make sure that tools and resources are available at the local level to help our local law enforcement officers combat the violence they face,” DeWine said in a prepared statement. "These grants provide a means for local law enforcement to protect their citizens from violent crime through solid staffing levels and enhanced crime-fighting initiatives."
Twenty five other law enforcement agencies received funding as part of the fourth round of grants.
Stark's $2 million was the largest grant awarded to any agency in this wave.
A call to the sheriff's office Friday afternoon was not immediately returned.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/stark-county/2022/07/08/stark-county-sheriff-nets-2-million-address-violent-crime/10016618002/ | 2022-07-08T21:01:38Z |
Board of Regents suggests additional math unit in order to graduate from Kansas high schools
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Board of Regents has suggested high schoolers take one more unit of math in order to graduate, as well as a computer science course.
On Thursday, April 28, members of the Kansas Board of Regents say they approved six recommendations to the Kansas State Department of Education and adopted a resolution to send the requirements to the KSDE’s high school graduation requirements task force.
“The Regents are eager to work with the Kansas State Board of Education to help students prepare for education beyond high school,” said KBOR Chair Cheryl Harrison-Lee. “Together our two boards can help students chart a successful path from high school graduation through postsecondary to their chosen careers and earn family-sustaining wages. Our collaboration will ensure that Kansans prosper and that our state has a robust talent pipeline.”
The Board has recommended that four units of math be required for high school graduation. Members said math skills are critical for higher education preparation and success in the workforce. Previously, only three units of math were required in the state to graduate.
The Board has also recommended that four units of English be required for high school graduation, however, the 2019 requirements indicate four units of English language arts were already required.
Members of the board said they have recommended that high schools require students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid in order to graduate. They said schools should use this requirement to educate students on the opportunities in higher education and the financial support available.
The Board has also strongly recommended high schools work with it, as well as universities, community colleges and technical colleges to “aggressively” expand concurrent enrollment. It said this will provide chances for high school students to take college-level courses and earn college credit while still in high school.
As technology becomes increasingly prevalent in daily lives, the Board said it recommended high school students be required to take a computer science course. It said to do this, colleges and universities will work with the KSDE to support efforts to expand computer science offerings for high school students.
Lastly, the Board has recommended high schools partner with it, as well as universities, community colleges and technical colleges to find ways to use the Individual Plan of Study to include postsecondary education academic advising and FAFSA support.
For more information about the recommendations, click HERE.
For more information about current high school graduation requirements in Kansas, click HERE.
Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/28/board-regents-suggests-additional-math-unit-order-graduate-kansas-high-schools/ | 2022-04-28T16:39:12Z |
150-year-old Retailer Will Anchor South Hills Village in Pittsburgh;
Move Continues Company's Strategic National Expansion
DAVENPORT, Iowa, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Von Maur Department Store, recognized as the top department store in the country by Newsweek's "America's Best Retailers 2022" ranking, announced today its plans to open a 118,000-square-foot store at South Hills Village in Pittsburgh. Scheduled to open Fall 2024, the store will be the Company's first location in Pennsylvania.
Known for its outstanding selection of brand name and specialty apparel, shoes, accessories and gifts, the store will feature products from leading brands such as Bobbi Brown, Peter Millar, TravisMathew, Hammitt, Lilly Pulitzer, John Hardy and Vuori, among others. Located at the former Sears, renovations of the new two-level Von Maur store will begin Fall 2022 and will feature the Company's exterior brick façade and interior ambiance complete with original artwork, open-floor plan and music from the store's grand piano. It is expected that the store will employ more than 100 associates – the majority of which will be full-time.
"The unrivaled shopping experience created at South Hills Village through its enticing mix of shopping, dining and entertainment makes it a one-of-a-kind destination and an outstanding location for us to open our first location in Pennsylvania," said Jim von Maur, president of Von Maur. "While our upcoming opening may be the first time customers have heard about or experienced Von Maur, they'll discover that we're all about delivering the best customer service and brand name merchandise in the industry. We are looking forward to becoming a part of the Pittsburgh community and showcasing a unique shopping environment for our customers for years to come."
Today's announcement of the first Von Maur location in Pennsylvania builds upon the family-owned Company's targeted national growth strategy. After previously opening in states such as Georgia, New York, Alabama and Oklahoma, Von Maur now operates 36 stores across 15 states. Most recently, the award-winning retailer opened its fourth Michigan location in Rochester Hills in March 2022. Additionally, the Company is slated to open its second Wisconsin location in Madison in October 2022.
In addition to its selection of popular brands and merchandise, Von Maur is widely regarded for its superior customer service, including an interest-free charge card, flexible return policy, free gift wrapping, loyalty rewards program and shipping services. The Company also offers its associates above-market wages, excellent benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a positive, professional work environment.
For more information, please visit www.vonmaur.com.
Von Maur was founded 150 years ago in downtown Davenport, Iowa. The Company currently operates 36 stores in 15 states, along with a 120,000 square foot E-Commerce facility that drives its successful online business at vonmaur.com.
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DALLAS (Nexstar) — A Texas law student is the youngest Black student to graduate from law school in the entire country.
Haley Schlitz walked across the stage to get her diploma on Friday, making history as the youngest graduate from Southern Methodist University Law School.
“I graduated high school at 13, graduated undergrad at 16,” Schlitz said. “Actually for the longest time — like the first, maybe like 12 years, 13 years in my life — I actually wanted to be an ER doctor, because my mom’s an ER doctor.”
Before she decided what she was going to do and who she was going to be, she had to do some soul searching. It started when her parents pulled her out of public school to homeschool her.
“All the way up through fourth grade, everything was fine,” Schlitz said.
Soon after that, Schlitz said she began to face challenges at her school in Keller, outside of Dallas.
“We had experienced a lot of racism in the school as well,” Schlitz said. “When the teacher was teaching slavery, other students that looked over at me were like, ‘you know, if we lived back in that day, we’d own you.'”
Homeschooling made it possible for her to fast-track her education. She decided to pursue law, because she feels that is where she can really make an impact.
Now, she’s on her way to becoming a licensed lawyer.
“I want to go into educational policy,” Schlitz said. “I’m passionate about racial equity, gender equity, education equity, teacher diversity, student mistreatment … microaggressions [awareness].”
Schlitz hopes to have a hand in legislative work, working alongside elected officials or even nonprofits.
Her drive and motivation leave her parents proud, though that word doesn’t explain the true magnitude of their feelings.
“As a parent, the intent never was, ‘oh, we’re gonna make her into this superstar,’ or making this the path that she ended up making for herself,” said Haley’s dad, William Schlitz, as he held back tears. “I remember holding her [when she was born] and whispering to her, ‘Haley, the world is yours. You just do whatever you want to do, baby girl, daddy’s gonna be here. And we’re on this journey. And as long as I can ride with you, I will ride with you.'”
Now, Schlitz just wants to leave her mark.
“Eating, ‘no’s’ for breakfast, not letting people tell me what I can and can’t do,” she said. “They don’t know me; I know me. I just hope that a story like mine inspires other people to really, really take charge.” | https://cw33.com/news/texas/19-year-old-texan-becomes-youngest-african-american-to-graduate-law-school-in-us/ | 2022-05-16T14:25:16Z |
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Firebrand lawmaker Lee Jae-myung was elected to lead South Korea’s main opposition party on Sunday, months after his narrow presidential defeat to conservative opponent Yoon Suk Yeol left the liberals in disarray.
Lee’s dominant win in the Democratic Party chairperson’s race ends a monthslong leadership void for the liberals, who still control a majority in the Parliament. It revives his rivalry with Yoon, a relative political novice who has seen his popularity decline since taking office in May amid a worsening economy, policy mishaps on education and other domestic issues, and mishandled Cabinet appointments.
Lee, who won nearly 78% of the votes from party members, was announced as the Democrats’ new chairperson in a convention held at a gymnastics stadium in the capital, Seoul. In his acceptance speech, Lee criticized the Yoon administration over what he described as failures to address the country’s stark economic inequalities, but also said he was willing to cooperate with Yoon and the ruling conservative party if “they take the right path for the people and country.”
He stressed that his key mission is to bring the Democrats back to power.
“Today’s convention is the start of our victorious march, including in the parliamentary elections two years later, the mayoral and gubernatorial elections four years later and the presidential election five years later,” Lee said, as his supporters cheered and chanted his name.
Yoon edged Lee by a historically narrow margin of 0.7 percentage points in the March election. Yoon’s spokesperson, Kim Eun-hye, issued a statement Sunday congratulating Lee on his win at the convention and calling for bipartisan cooperation to address the country’s problems.
The Democrats had been without a chairperson since March and the party was being run by an emergency committee after the previous leadership stepped down following Lee’s loss in the presidential election.
Lee, who called for universal basic income and engagement with nuclear-armed North Korea during the presidential campaign, is one of the most polarizing figures in South Korean politics.
Lee’s supporters appreciate his outspoken style and see him as an anti-elitist hero who could fix establishment politics, eradicate corruption and solve growing economic inequality, a decaying job market and soaring house prices.
To his detractors, the 57-year-old is seen as a dangerous populist who demonizes his conservative opponents and fails to back his ambitious vows for welfare spending with realistic funding plans.
Yoon has been off to a rocky start in office as he grapples with an economy battered by rising prices and unemployment and an increasingly aggressive North Korea, which has ramped up its missile tests to a record pace this year while threatening nuclear conflicts with South Korea and the U.S.
Yoon’s approval ratings have dipped to the 30s or below in recent weeks over unpopular policy decisions, including a poorly explained plan to have children start school earlier that triggered fierce public backlash and forced his education minister to resign this month. Yoon doesn’t have a health minister yet, following the withdrawals of two nominees over accusations of nepotism and illegal use of campaign funds.
Yoon was also criticized for his unwillingness to meet U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi when she visited South Korea following a trip to Taiwan earlier this month that infuriated China. Yoon, who was on vacation, talked to Pelosi by phone instead of face to face. His critics accused him of avoiding seeing her to protect relations with China. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-outspoken-lawmaker-picked-to-lead-south-korean-opposition/ | 2022-08-29T09:40:49Z |
Yellowstone National Park changes ‘offensive’ mountain name
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. (Gray News) – Yellowstone National Park announced a name change for a mountain in the park named after the leader of a massacre of Native Americans.
In a release, the park said Mount Doane was renamed to First Peoples Mountain after a unanimous vote by the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN), an organization responsible for maintaining geographic name usage throughout the U.S. government.
First Peoples Mountain is a 10,551-foot peak within Yellowstone National Park east of Yellowstone Lake in the park’s southeastern portion.
The park said the peak was previously named after Gustavus Doane, a member of the Washburn-Langford-Doane expedition in 1870, taken before Yellowstone became the country’s first national park.
Historians say Doane led an attack in response to the alleged murder of a white fur trader earlier that year on a group of Piegan Blackfeet in what is now known as the Marias Massacre.
At least 173 American Indians were killed, including women, children with smallpox and elderly Tribal members, and historians say Doane had written proudly about this attack and bragged about it for the rest of his life.
Yellowstone National Park led a vote to change the mountain’s name after receiving recommendations from the Rocky Mountain Tribal Council, additional votes from the Wyoming Board of Geographic names, and with support from the National Park Service. The name was forwarded to the BGN in June 2022 for a vote.
The park says the name change will appear in The Domestic Names Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) in the near future.
The park says it also reached out to all 27 associated Tribes and received no opposition to the change.
Other derogatory or inappropriate names may be up for changes in the future, according to the park.
Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/06/13/yellowstone-national-park-changes-offensive-mountain-name/ | 2022-06-13T23:03:42Z |
- Hyundai Motor's next all-electric vehicle engineered to be a special place to be in
- 77.4-kWh battery is mated to an aerodynamically sculpted silhouette to provide WLTP-estimated over 610 km of all-electric range on a single charge
- With WLTP-estimated energy consumption under 14 kWh/100 km, IONIQ 6 to be one of the most energy-efficient EVs in the market
- Mindful of passengers' needs, IONIQ 6 to offer an ergonomic interior on a 2,950-mm wheelbase with purposeful features that elevate the electric mobility experience
- Dual Color Ambient Lighting with speed-synchronization, EV Performance Tune-up to enhance IONIQ 6's personalized driving experience
- Hyundai Motor Group's Electric-Global Modular Platform to enable 800-V ultra-fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes
- Advanced driver assistance and Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates are available
SEOUL, South Korea, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company launched the eagerly awaited IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner with a digital world premiere film. As the new model in the brand's IONIQ all-electric lineup brand, the electrified streamliner's array of advanced technologies, personalized space and features and extended range redefine the boundaries of electric mobility.
Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9068551-hyundai-ioniq-6-electrified-streamliner
IONIQ 6 delivers an estimated all-electric range of over 610 km1, according to Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) standard, as well as ultra-fast, 400-V/800-V multi-charging capability made possible by Hyundai Motor Group's Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). It also has what may be Hyundai's most aerodynamic styling to date and an array of empowering features, such as Dual Color Ambient Lighting, Speed Sync Lighting, EV Performance Tune-up and Electric Active Sound Design (e-ASD), enhancing the electric mobility experience.
"IONIQ 6 is designed and engineered to seamlessly enhance our daily lives as space to awaken your potential," said Thomas Schemera, Executive Vice President, Global Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Customer Experience Division, Hyundai Motor Company. "The innovative interior is meticulously thought out as a cocoon-like personal space, enhanced with the latest technologies to create a safe, fun, and stress-free driving experience. The spacious interior, with sustainability and usability at its heart, once again represents a step forward for electric vehicles, in line with the values of our customers."
To view the full press release, please visit Hyundai Motor's global newsroom at:
https://www.hyundai.com/worldwide/en/company/newsroom.release.all
1 77.4-kWh battery with RWD motor option and 18-inch tire
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TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1305, Scottish leader William Wallace was executed in London.
In 1939, Germany’s Adolf Hitler and the Soviet Union’s Joseph Stalin signed a nonaggression pact.
TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1305, Scottish leader William Wallace was executed in London.
In 1939, Germany’s Adolf Hitler and the Soviet Union’s Joseph Stalin signed a nonaggression pact.
In 1942, the Battle of Stalingrad began as German and Soviet troops fought for control of the city.
In 1966, the Lunar Orbiter 1 spacecraft took the first photo of Earth from orbit around the moon.
In 1999, the first cases of West Nile virus in the Western Hemisphere were reported in New York City.
TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: William Ernest Henley (1849-1903), poet; Edgar Lee Masters (1868-1950), author; Ernie Bushmiller (1905-1982), cartoonist; Gene Kelly (1912-1996), actor/dancer; Vera Miles (1929- ), actress; Barbara Eden (1931- ), actress; Shelley Long (1949- ), actress; Rick Springfield (1949- ), singer/musician; Jay Mohr (1970- ), actor/comedian; River Phoenix (1970-1993), actor; Ray Park (1974- ), actor/stuntman; Kobe Bryant (1978-2020), basketball player; Jeremy Lin (1988- ), basketball player.
TODAY’S FACT: In 1973, an attempted bank robbery led to a hostage situation in Stockholm, Sweden. The behavior of the victims gave rise to the term “Stockholm syndrome” to describe the condition in which hostages develop sympathetic feelings toward their captors.
TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1969, Taiwan won its first Little League World Series. The island’s teams went on to win nine more titles in the next 12 years.
TODAY’S QUOTE: “I can’t relate to lazy people. We don’t speak the same language. I don’t understand you. I don’t want to understand you.” -- Kobe Bryant
TODAY’S NUMBER: 229 -- total photographic images (42 high resolution and 187 medium resolution) taken by the Lunar Orbiter 1 spacecraft during its 1966 mission.
TODAY’S MOON: Between last quarter moon (Aug. 18) and new moon (Aug. 27).
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The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) presented the Gold Plate Award, the foodservice industry's top honor, to Lance Trenary of Golden Corral this weekend
CHICAGO, May 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lance Trenary, President & CEO of Golden Corral was named the 2022 Gold Plate Award recipient by the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) during their 68th Annual Gold & Silver Plate Awards Celebration. Trenary was nominated in the "Chain Full Service" category by Ecolab and Nestlé Professional and selected from the impressive slate of this year's Silver Plate winners.
The Gold & Silver Plate Awards is the longest-running and most respected awards program in foodservice. Each year, a distinguished jury of industry experts weighs the merits of candidates who represent the best in the industry. Winners receive the Silver Plate Award and one of these is then chosen by secret ballot to receive the Gold Plate Award for overall industry excellence.
Past Gold Plate winners include Joseph K. Fassler (1996), Danny Meyer (2000), Van Eure (2004), Charlie Trotter (2008), Timothy J. Dietzler (2010), Wolfgang Puck (2017), Regynald G. Washington (2019), Phil Hickey (2020), and Antionette Watkins (2021).
"I work with the most phenomenal team in the industry," said Trenary when accepting the Gold Plate. "And this award is for them." He went on, "The last two years have been so difficult. To have enjoyed the turnaround that we have had has been everything."
Trenary has been the President and CEO of Golden Corral Corporation since 2015. Golden Corral is a nearly two-billion-dollar organization comprised of 35,000 employees and 500 restaurants across 42 states. Trenary has been a part of Golden Corral for 35 years and has held virtually every leadership role within the company in that time.
In addition to Trenary, 2022 Silver Plate recipients and the companies that nominated them are:
- Frances Allen, President & CEO, Checkers & Rally's Drive-In Restaurants. Category: Chain Limited Service. Nominated by Coca-Cola.
- Sammy Gianopoulos, Co-Owner & Executive Chef, Crisp Hospitality Group. Category: Independent Restaurant / Multi-Concept. Nominated by Ecolab.
- Andre Mallie, Assistant Vice President, University of San Diego. Category: Colleges & Universities. Nominated by Sysco.
- Paco Rodriguez & Tina Rodriguez, Founders, SAGE Dining Services, Inc. Category: Business & Industry/Foodservice Management. Nominated by Wayne Farms.
- Cheryl Shimmin, Executive Director of Culinary and Nutrition Care, Kettering Health. Category: Healthcare. Nominated by PepsiCo.
- Alyssia Wright, Executive Director of School Nutrition, Fulton County Schools. Category: Elementary & Secondary Schools. Nominated by General Mills.
"The 2022 IFMA Gold & Silver Plate class is composed of individuals that embody the resilience, creativity, and commitment to service found across the industry," said Phil Kafarakis, IFMA President & CEO. "These eight leaders with their diverse backgrounds and remarkable life stories have contributed in countless ways to foodservice, their respective teams, customers, and the larger community. Spending time with them over our Gold & Silver Plate weekend has been an honor."
IFMA hosted a black-tie celebration for the 2022 Silver Plate Class and presented the Gold Plate Award at the historic Chicago Cultural Center on Saturday, May 21. The event was emceed by past award winners, John C. Metz, Jr. (2013 Gold Plate recipient), CEO, Executive Chef and Co-Founder of Sterling Hospitality; and Mary Molt (2012 Gold Plate recipient), Director of Housing & Dining Services and Assistant Professor at Kansas State University.
About IFMA
The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) is a trade association that has served its industry for 70 years. IFMA's mission is to equip foodservice manufacturers with the tools needed to navigate the future with confidence. By providing insights, fostering best practices, and developing networking and educational opportunities through events, IFMA enlightens its members and motivates change that improves both individual member organizations and the foodservice industry at large. For more information, visit IFMAworld.com. Follow IFMA on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- From work wear to casual wear, Pilot Flying J's exclusive clothing line by Buffalo Outdoors is designed with every guest in mind and is now available at more than 200 participating Pilot and Flying J travel centers across North America. New to the collection is an exclusive line of women's clothing, available at select stores, that features travel ready attire including tie-dye bucket hats, jogger and pullover sets, tank tops, graphic tees and more.
"We looked at current clothing trends and what our guests would want to see in our clothing pieces," said Theresa Rosas, manager of General Merchandise for Pilot Company. "Our goal is to provide functionality and comfort, and we've worked with Buffalo Outdoors to curate these items specifically for our guests in this season's latest styles."
The latest release of Buffalo Outdoors men's and women's clothes for Pilot Flying J provides travelers to professional drivers with more options for high quality and trendy products while on the road. In addition to everyday casual pieces like lightweight button downs, hoodies, shorts, and accessories, Pilot Flying J offers functional apparel and safety gear, such as hardhats, gloves, and reflective jackets that are made tough for truck drivers and other hard-working professionals.
"Whether you're on the road for work or fun and find yourself needing a fresh outfit, we've got you covered from head to toe," said Rosas. "Swing by Pilot Flying J for a convenient way to shop on-the-go from a variety of brands and products."
Pilot Flying J and Buffalo Outdoors will continue to explore new seasonal styles and plan for extending this exclusive clothing line to more travel center locations later this year with the release of a fall and winter collection.
About Pilot Flying J
Pilot Travel Centers LLC ("Pilot Flying J"), the largest network of travel centers in North America, is committed to connecting people and places with comfort, care and a smile at every stop. The Pilot Flying J travel center network includes over 750 locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces with more than 680 restaurants, 75,000 truck parking spaces, 5,300 deluxe showers, 6,200 diesel lanes and offers truck maintenance and tire service through Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Flying J. Details on locations, amenities and rewards are available in the myRewards Plus™ app. More information on Pilot Flying J is available at www.pilotflyingj.com.
Pilot Flying J is part of the Pilot Company family of brands. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot Company is currently ranked No. 7 on Forbes' list of America's Largest Private Companies. For additional information about Pilot Company, its 28,000 team members and commitment to giving back, visit www.pilotcompany.com.
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The trusted primer and paint brands partner with MotorTrend® Group to give away a combined value of $115,000 in professional materials to one lucky winner of the KILZ® Ultimate Pro Van Contest
SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KILZ® & BEHR PRO® are teaming up to bring back their KILZ® Ultimate Pro Van Contest in partnership with MotorTrend® Group. For the second year in a row, KILZ and BEHR PRO will be giving away a brand new, fully equipped van with a professional painters' package, including all of the tools a professional needs and more, valued at more than $115,000.
The KILZ Pro Van Contest was born from the brand's commitment to the professional painter community and continues to provide the industry with an opportunity to win a quality setup made for success. In addition to being outfitted with KILZ and BEHR PRO products, the van will feature items from 3M®, Werner® and Graco® Inc. to bring the prize to the next level.
"It's important to us to set up professionals for success, and we want to continue to provide access to dependable products they can rely on for their jobs," says Jodi Allen, Global Chief Marketing Officer, Behr Paint Company. "The KILZ Ultimate Pro Van Contest is a great way to celebrate and give this community a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to truly drive their business forward."
The prize, valued at $115,000, includes:
- A Customized 2021 Cargo Van featuring vinyl flooring, mechanical ladder system, custom galley and sink with water system, rack system, infotainment system (including speakers), cameras, exterior lighting, refrigerator, sound system
- KILZ Brand – Five Primer varieties (KILZ® Original, KILZ 2® All-Purpose, KILZ 3® Premium, KILZ® Restoration and KILZ® Mold + Mildew primers)
- BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® and BEHR PRO® Interior and Exterior Paints
- 3M – Painters' Tape and supplies
- Werner – Werner® Ladders, Weather Guard® bins, mats, and hook holders
- Graco – Airless sprayers and accessories
"We are so pumped to bring this contest back for pros on the road! We are bringing version 2.0 of the ultimate workspace for paint professionals, customized specifically for them. Full of thoughtful touches and functional features, this van will not only be chockful of supplies to get the job done, it will have all of the extras that will make the job enjoyable while bringing in a sense of pride," said Sean P. Holman, Content Director for MotorTrend Group.
To enter the contest, pros can share a video of their professional skills or a project photo showcasing the quality of their work. Visit http://www.kilz.com/provan to learn more. Entries will be accepted starting on September 12, 2022 at 9 a.m. PT, through November 12, 2022 at 11:59 a.m. ET, and the winner will be announced in the weeks following the end of the submission period. No purchase necessary.
About KILZ® Products
Since 1974, the KILZ® brand has served professional painters and do-it-yourselfers with a trusted line of professional grade, hardworking coatings products, including the #1 selling primer in the industry. With a durable, long-lasting finish, the quality of KILZ products has been trusted for generations, creating a legacy of quality and performance. Also included in this award-winning product lineup is the Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines® Paint collection. For more information, and to find a nearby KILZ brand retailer in the United States or Canada, visit KILZ.com. The KILZ brand is owned by Santa Ana, Calif.-based Behr Paint Company, a subsidiary of Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS).
About Behr Paint Company
Founded in 1947, Behr Paint Company is one of the largest manufacturers of paints, primers, decorative finishes, stains, surface preparation and application products for do-it-yourselfers and professionals in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Santa Ana, Calif.-based company and maker of the BEHR®, KILZ®, WHIZZ® and E&J® brands is dedicated to meeting the project needs of DIYers, professionals, architects and designers with an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation and value. For more information, visit Behr.com. Professional contractors can visit BEHRPRO.com to learn about BEHR products and BEHR PRO® services. Behr Paint Company is a subsidiary of Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS).
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NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Digital Turbine, Inc. (NASDAQ: APPS) between August 9, 2021 and May 17, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 5, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Digital Turbine securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Digital Turbine class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6272 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 5, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about Digital Turbine's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Digital Turbine's recent acquisitions, AdColony and Fyber, act as agents in certain of their respective product lines; (2) as a result, revenues for those product lines must be reported net of license fees and revenue share, rather than on a gross basis; (3) Digital Turbine's internal control over financial reporting as to revenue recognition was deficient; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Digital Turbine's net revenues was overstated throughout fiscal 2022; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Digital Turbine's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Digital Turbine class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6272 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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DC United rallies for 2-2 tie with Inter Miami
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Taxiarchis Fountas and Ola Kamara both notched their fifth goal of the season and D.C. United rallied from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw with Inter Miami. Inter Miami (3-6-2) jumped out to a 2-0 lead on Leonardo Campana’s goal in the 31st minute and Damion Lowe’s score in the 45th. Fountas found the net in the third minute of stoppage time to pull United (4-5-1) within a goal at intermission.Kamara’s equalizer came in the 74th minute with an assist from Russell Canouse. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/14/dc-united-rallies-for-2-2-tie-with-inter-miami/ | 2022-05-15T06:33:35Z |
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycamore Entertainment Group, Inc. (SEGI) is pleased to restate that it was the premier sponsor of the Floyd Mayweather, TMT Racing's #50 car, for the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday, May 29, 2022. Considered one of NASCAR's "Crown Jewel" races, the event had more than 50,000 fans in attendance at Charlotte Motor Speedway while being broadcast live on Fox Sports.
As a boxer, Mayweather competed between 1996 and 2017, retiring with an undefeated record and winning fifteen major world championships from super featherweight to light-middleweight with a record of 50 and 0. He entered the #50 Chevrolet for driver Kaz Grala and qualified for the season-opening Daytona 500.
"I love fast cars, and I love to compete. I know NASCAR will not be easy, but anything easy isn't worth doing to me," says Mayweather.
The partnership with TMT Racing support SEGI.TVs' and Mayweather's goal of achieving diversity in motorsports.
"I am excited to have SEGI.TV sponsor TMT Racing's #50 car for the Coca-Cola 600. The Money Team brand stands for excellence and always striving to improve, regardless of the challenges ahead - which is directly aligned with what we believe as we grow the channel," says Edward Sylvan, CEO of Sycamore Entertainment Group Inc. He goes on to say, "This opportunity is scarce in that the majority team owner and premier sponsor of a NASCAR team are both people of color, which speaks to diversity and inclusion in motorsports and is one of our core brand statements at SEGI.TV. We look forward to continuing racing and working with TMT brands going forward."
"We are pleased to welcome Segi TV to the TMT Racing family, and further, we think that the sky is the limit with regard to long term content partnerships with SEGI and their robust platform that boasts the same kind of capability as Showtime, Netflix and other OTT and streaming options. The future is exceptionally bright for this collaboration," says Brent Johnson, Co-Owner of TMT Racing and CEO and Managing Partner of ONE Entertainment Group.
Fans watched the 2022 NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 race on FOX Sports as the green flag dropped and the #50 SEGI.TV car finished 23rd place.
Investors can follow Sycamore on Instagram: Segi tv Facebook: Sycamore Entertainment, Twitter: Sycamorefilms
About Sycamore Entertainment Group. (SEGI):
Sycamore Entertainment is a diversified entertainment company specializing in the acquisition, marketing and worldwide distribution of quality finished feature-length motion pictures. Sycamores' management team utilizes its long-standing relationships to provide market specific publicity, promotion, media buying, theatrical placement and Print and & Advertising financing for domestic theatrical release. Visit: www.sycamoreentertainment.com
About TMT Racing: TMT Racing was bred from the legacy of a winner that came from adversity, the undefeated legend Floyd Mayweather. We are a team that always remembers that we are undefeated if we advance our greater cause and inspire young winners to follow their dreams. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @themoneyteamracing Twitter @tmtracing50.
About Floyd "Money" Mayweather: Mayweather has won 15 world titles in five different weight classes. He has a perfect professional boxing record of 50 wins and no losses. He won a bronze medal in the featherweight division at the 1996 Olympics. In addition, he won three U.S. Golden Gloves titles in three different weight classes. He also won the U.S national title at featherweight. In 2021, Mayweather was voted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
About SEGI.TV:
SEGI.TV is a new free streaming experience from Sycamore Entertainment Group designed to engage the new culture of diverse audiences and filmmakers, built on the pillars of equality, sustainability, and community. Visit: Segi.tv
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NEW DELHI and LONDON and HONG KONG and SAN DIEGO and SEOUL, South Korea, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global smartphone chipset (SoC/AP+Baseband) shipment declined 5% YoY in Q1 2022 due to seasonality, weaker demand in China amid lockdowns and over shipping from some chipset vendors in Q4 2021, according to the Counterpoint's Foundry and Chipset Tracker. TSMC, the world's largest foundry, captured nearly 70% share of manufacturing the key chipsets going into the smartphones from the complete System-on-Chip (SoC) to discrete Application Processors (AP) and cellular modems. Samsung Foundry was the second largest foundry behind TSMC capturing a 30% share.
Commenting on the foundry landscape for smartphone segment, Senior Research Analyst, Parv Sharma, said, "Foundries are extremely high CAPEX, cutting-edge technology businesses which have led to a duopoly for manufacturing advanced chipsets for smartphones. TSMC and Samsung Foundry together control the entire smartphone chipset market and TSMC is more than double Samsung in terms of manufacturing scale and market share.
"TSMC based smartphone chipsets declined 9% annually in Q1 2022. Due to Qualcomm choosing Samsung Foundry for manufacturing X60 baseband and annual decline in the MediaTek smartphone chipset shipments. Ramp-up of the 4nm flagships from Qualcomm, Apple and MediaTek will enable TSMC to further gain share in smartphone chipset in 2022.
"Of the total smartphone chipsets on advanced nodes (4nm, 5nm, 6nm and 7nm), TSMC captured 65%. TSMC entered mass production for its leading 4nm process node with MediaTek's Dimensity 9000 SoC in Q1 2022. TSMC's 4nm node-based smartphone chipset shipments are expected to grow further thanks to Qualcomm's dual sourcing strategy for its future 4nm based Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC."
Commenting on Samsung Foundry's performance, Senior Analyst Jene Park, said, "Samsung Foundry captured around 30% share of the global smartphone chipset shipments thanks to Qualcomm and Samsung Semiconductor's internal Exynos chipset division. Despite relatively lower yield rates for the leading 4nm process node, Samsung Foundry led the leading nodes (4nm & 5nm) smartphone chipset shipments with a 60% share followed by TSMC which captured a 40% share in Q1 2022.
"However, the uncertain global macroeconomic climate, potential inventory corrections and dual-sourcing from Qualcomm could put pressure on Samsung Foundry's market share overall as well as leading nodes."
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As the nation continues to endure devastating mass shootings and increasing homicide rates, guns remain a fixture of American culture.
Many Americans consider the right to bear arms sacred, seeing guns as key to their identities and individual freedoms. Some keep guns for protection, hunting or sport, while others see guns and the lax regulations around them as a threat to life and safety. Recurring tragedies involving guns contribute to a climate of fear in which those positions become more entrenched.
Understanding gun ownership in the US can help inform debates about firearm laws (or lack thereof). Obtaining a precise picture, however, is challenging because no definitive database of gun sales exists. What we have to rely on then are polls and survey data from think tanks and academic researchers, which vary somewhat in their estimates. Still, there are some broad trends that stand out.
Here's what those polls and surveys tell us about who owns guns in the US.
White men have the highest rates of gun ownership
Three in 10 adults say they personally own a gun, while four in 10 say they live in a household where someone owns a gun, according to a 2017 survey from Pew Research Center.
On the whole, gun owners are more likely to be White and male. They're also more likely to live in rural areas and identify as Republican.
About 48% of White men say they own a gun, the Pew survey found. By contrast, 24% of White women and 24% of non-White men said they owned a gun. Women of color reported the lowest rates of gun ownership at 16%.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, there is a stark partisan divide in gun ownership. About 44% of adults who identify as Republican or lean Republican say they own a gun, while just 20% of those who identify as Democrat or lean Democrat say they do, according to Pew.
Where a person lives also plays a role. The Pew survey found that 46% of those who lived in rural areas said they owned a gun, while only 28% of suburbanites and 19% of city dwellers owned a gun. The Northeast has the lowest rates of gun ownership at 16%, while roughly a third of people in the South, Midwest and West report personally owning a gun.
There are also some slight variations in gun ownership across educational levels. Those who have a bachelor's degree or higher are somewhat less likely to own a gun, compared to those who have a high school diploma or only completed some college.
How a person is raised can also influence gun ownership. About 67% of gun owners say they grew up in a gun-owning household, while only 40% of those who don't own guns did, Pew researchers report.
Only a few gun owners hold a large share of guns
There are more guns in the US than people.
There are about 393 million privately owned firearms in the US, according to an estimate by the Switzerland-based Small Arms Survey -- or in other words, 120 guns for every 100 Americans. That's the highest rate of any country in the world, and more than double the rate of the next country on the list.
A majority of those guns, however, are owned by a minority of people, studies show.
Take, for example, a report published in 2017 by researchers at Harvard and Northeastern universities. The authors estimate that of the 265 million privately owned firearms in the US, about half are owned by 3% of the US adult population. And while about half of gun owners own one or two guns, 8% of gun owners own 10 or more -- a figure that amounts to about 40% of the total US gun stock, according to the report.
Another finding that bears that out: National polls show that gun ownership has declined modestly since the 1970s, while FBI firearm background checks show that gun purchases are at record highs. What that suggests is that while the share of gun owners in the US is getting smaller overall, those who do own guns are buying more and more of them.
Most gun owners say they own guns for protection
People own guns for a number of purposes, and most gun owners say they own a gun for more than one reason.
Protection is a motivator for a vast majority of people. A Gallup survey conducted in October 2021 found that 88% of gun owners counted protection against crime as a reason for owning a gun, while 70% counted target shooting and 56% counted hunting as reasons. Similarly, Pew found that two-thirds of gun owners cited protection as a major reason for owning a gun, while about four in 10 cited hunting and three in 10 cited sport shooting as major reasons.
About three-quarters of gun owners see firearms as key to their freedoms, while about half see them as important to their identities, according to Pew.
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A Savannah resident has pleaded guilty to robbing an Athens Dollar General Store in 2019, brandishing a firearm and threatening store employees during the crime.
ATHENS – A Savannah resident has pleaded guilty to robbing an Athens Dollar General Store in 2019, brandishing a firearm and threatening store employees during the crime.
Londell Nunn, 30, of Savannah, pleaded guilty to one count of interference with commerce by robbery before U.S. District Judge C. Ashley Royal. Nunn faces a maximum of 20 years of imprisonment to be followed by three years of supervised release and a $250,000 fine. A sentencing date has not been scheduled.
“Nunn’s armed robbery terrorized store employees and put the Athens community on alert," U.S. Attorney Peter D. Leary said in a news release. "This kind of violent criminal action will not be tolerated. I want to commend the Athens-Clarke County Police Department and FBI for apprehending Nunn and helping us bring him to justice.”
“Any time an individual takes a gun into a place of business to rob it, victims are traumatized and there is a potential for tragic consequences,” Special Agent in Charge of FBI Atlanta Keri Farley said. “Thanks to the combined efforts with our local partners, Nunn will face serious consequences for his crime.”
According to court documents, Nunn entered the Dollar General located at 1125 West Broad St. in Athens on Sept. 6, 2019. He approached an employee, showed the employee a gun he was keeping in his waistband and demanded money from the cash register. The employee did not have the register keys and called a store manager.
The store manager struggled to open the cash register, to which Nunn responded, “This is how people get killed.” The register was opened and Nunn escaped with some cash, wearing a ski mask he pulled over his face just before he was handed the money.
This case is being prosecuted as part of the joint federal, state and local Project Safe Neighborhoods Program, the centerpiece of the Department of Justice’s violent crime reduction efforts.
The FBI and Athens-Clarke County Police Department investigated the case. First Assistant U.S. Attorney and Criminal Chief Shanelle Booker is prosecuting the case.
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WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Azurity Pharmaceuticals, a pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative dose-forms and formulations of products to serve the needs of overlooked patients, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Konvomep™ (omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate for oral suspension). Konvomep™ is approved for the treatment of active benign gastric ulcer and reduction of risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in critically ill patients.
"We are very pleased that patients will soon have access to this FDA-approved oral liquid formulation option of a commonly prescribed proton pump inhibitor1," said Richard Blackburn, CEO of Azurity Pharmaceuticals. "Patients are our priority, and our purpose is to bring them new formulations that help them benefit from established medicines. Konvomep™ may give patients, particularly patients with difficulty swallowing pills or capsules, an option for treatment tailored to their needs."
"Patients who struggle with taking solid oral dosage forms may be overlooked and have historically had limited FDA-approved treatment options available as liquid formulations," said Olga Hilas, PharmD, MPH, BCPS, BCGP, Professor, Clinical Health Professions, St. John's University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, Queens, New York.
It is expected that Konvomep™ will become commercially available in pharmacies nationwide in Q1 2023. For full prescribing and additional information, please go to www.konvomep.com.
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the specific needs of overlooked patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, accessible, and high-quality medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and vast partner network to continually expand its broad commercial product portfolio and robust late-stage pipeline. The company's products span the cardiovascular, neurology, endocrinology, gastro-intestinal, institutional, and orphan markets, and have benefited millions of patients. For more information, visit www.azurity.com.
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Watsonville Taco Bell will be unveiling a new look and updated services, so fans can Live Más and enjoy más. The Watsonville restaurant is located at 14 Green Valley Rd., Freedom, CA 95019 and will reopen to the public starting Friday, July 22, 2022. The location now features a new outdoor dining patio, interior and exterior design upgrades, plus new and improved services.
"We are excited to welcome back our guests to the Watsonville Taco Bell and share with them our modernized restaurant," said SG Ellison, President for Diversified Restaurant Group. "We've given the restaurant a brand new look from the inside out and added some features that elevate the guest experience. We've also upgraded our operations, so our crew can better serve our customers."
Highlights of the newly remodeled Watsonville Taco Bell include the addition of a new outside patio with seating, brand new dining room furniture and layout, new bathrooms, and a new modern look for the exterior of the restaurant. On the service side, the location now features a dedicated delivery pickup window located inside the restaurant, an improved Bellhop layout that provides easier ordering outside, plus upgraded kitchen equipment and line setup that allow the crew to offer speedier service.
The restaurant will offer all of the Taco Bell Mexican-inspired fan favorites of tacos, burritos, nachos, and more. In addition to dine-in, the Watsonville location also offers a drive-thru, online ordering for pickup, and delivery.
The Watsonville restaurant is owned and operated by Diversified Restaurant Group. The company owns nearly 300 Taco Bell locations across California, Nevada, Kansas, and Missouri and employs more than 5,000 team members.
For more information, visit www.tacobell.com.
Diversified Restaurant Group is a restaurant business comprised of owners and operators working to innovate and grow with quick service and fast casual brands across the country. What started as a limited partnership in a 30-unit Taco Bell franchise in 2012, has since grown into a 300+ unit, multi-brand QSR operation with restaurants in Nevada, California, Kansas, Missouri and Alaska.
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SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PolarityTE, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTE) today announced that it will report results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, by press release on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at approximately 4:05 p.m. Eastern Time.
In addition, the Company will host a conference call and webcast with Q&A on August 11, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The conference call can be accessed by calling 1-800-207-0148 with passcode 893469 and referencing "PolarityTE Second Quarter 2022 Business Update and Financial Results." A webcast of the conference call can be accessed by using the link below.
A replay of the earnings conference call will be available for 30 days beginning approximately one hour after the conclusion of the call and can be found by visiting PolarityTE's website at https://www.polarityte.com/news-media/events, or by clicking on the link above.
PolarityTE, Inc., headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a biotechnology company developing regenerative tissue products. PolarityTE's first regenerative tissue product is SkinTE®. PolarityTE has an open investigational new drug application (IND) for SkinTE® with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is now pursuing the first of two pivotal studies on SkinTE® needed to support a biologics license application (BLA) for a chronic cutaneous ulcer indication. SkinTE® is available for investigational use only. Learn more at www.PolarityTE.com.
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MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Daikin Industries, Ltd., the world's number one air-conditioning company, today announced that Jeff Drees has been selected as the new chief executive officer and president of Daikin Applied Americas. Drees currently serves as executive vice president of sales, marketing and aftermarket at Daikin Applied, and will replace Mike Schwartz who is retiring at the end of August after 11 years leading the organization.
"This is an exciting time to be in the HVAC and building solutions industry," Drees said. "The work we do has a profound impact on the world at large, helping customers address issues such as reducing carbon emissions and improving indoor air quality. I'm honored to lead these efforts and add to the significant growth the business has experienced over the last decade."
Daikin Applied designs and delivers innovative heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) technology that not only offers superior comfort, but helps provide healthy, safe and sustainable environments. Its offerings include equipment, service, controls and systems integration for commercial and industrial facilities, encompassing the full customer lifecycle.
Drees joined Daikin Applied in 2020 and has helmed the organization's solutions transformation, expanding the portfolio of offerings and adding new capabilities through key acquisitions. He is a staunch advocate for customers, as well as Daikin's sales representatives and employees.
"Jeff's leadership is critical to developing the strategy, plan and portfolio required to meet local and global challenges — air quality, decarbonization, digitalization," said Hirokazu Hirao, director of Daikin's Applied Solution Business Division, which includes Daikin Applied. "He is uniquely qualified to shape this organization to solve our customers' problems and help us attain the top position in North America."
Drees came to Daikin with experience in commercial engineering and operations. He held executive positions in private equity, as well as serving in significant business unit roles at Flowserve and Schneider Electric. He started his career in the United States Air Force, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University and an MBA from Aurora University.
To learn more about the full range of Daikin Applied solutions, and to find a local sales representative, visit www.daikinapplied.com. Also, follow Daikin Applied on LinkedIn for the latest on commercial HVAC equipment, services and trends.
About Daikin Applied Americas
Daikin Applied, a member of Daikin Industries, Ltd., designs and manufactures advanced commercial and industrial HVAC systems for customers around the world. The company's technology and services play a vital role in creating comfortable, efficient and sustainable spaces to work and live — and in delivering quality air to workers, tenants and building owners. Daikin Applied solutions are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service and parts offices. For more information or to locate a Daikin Applied representative, visit www.daikinapplied.com or call 800-432-1342.
About Daikin Industries Ltd.
Daikin Industries, Ltd., a Forbes 1000 global company with 2021 revenues of $27 billion and more than 88,000 employees worldwide, is the world's number on air conditioning company. Daikin is engaged primarily in the development, manufacture, sales and aftermarket support of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) equipment, refrigerants and other chemicals, as well as oil hydraulic products. Daikin was named one of the world's most innovative companies by Forbes magazine. For more information, visit www.daikin.com.
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NEW YORK, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Yext, Inc. (NYSE: YEXT).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Yext between March 4, 2021 and March 8, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until August 16, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Yext, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, among other things, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; (ii) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook; and (iii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
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Florida passes condominium safety bill in wake of Surfside
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A bill has been sent to Florida’s governor that would require statewide recertification of condominiums over three stories tall, in response to the Surfside building collapse that killed 98 people.
The House sent the bill to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday. The House unanimously passed the legislation during a special session on skyrocketing property insurance rates.
Recertification would be required after 30 years — or 25 years if the building is within 3 miles of the coast — and every 10 years thereafter.
The Champlain Towers South was 40-years-old and was going through the 40-year-recertification process required by Miami-Dade County when it collapsed last June.
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VANCOUVER, BC, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - DESERT MOUNTAIN ENERGY CORP. (the "Company") (TSXV: DME) (OTC: DMEHF) (Frankfurt: QM01) From the President of the Company.
The Company is pleased to announce that it has received permits for the next two helium wells in Arizona. The Gunner Dome wildcat prospect is approximately 16 miles east of the McCauley Helium Field. Operations for this well will begin in July when the rig is finished with its current contract. An offset well in the McCauley Helium Field will be drilled later this year to supply additional supply to the McCauley Helium Processing Facility.
"We are excited about drilling the Gunner Dome Wildcat," says Robert Rohlfing, CEO of Desert Mountain Energy Corp. "Adding another new field to our existing 3 helium fields will increase the asset value of our portfolio. The additional offset will increase our anticipated cash flow from the McCauley Helium Processing Facility."
Desert Mountain Energy Corp. is a publicly traded resource company primarily focused on exploration, development and production of helium, hydrogen and noble gases. The Company is primarily looking for elements deemed critical to the renewable energy and high technology industries.
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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in polices of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. The statements made in this press release may contain certain forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual events or results may differ from the Company's expectations.
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Such forward looking statements and information herein include but are not limited to statements regarding the Company's anticipated performance in the future the planned exploration activities, receipt of positive results from drilling, the completion of further drilling and exploration work, and the timing and results of various activities.
Forward-looking statements or information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company and its operations to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such statements. Such factors include, among others, changes in national and local governments, legislation, taxation, controls, regulations and political or economic developments in Canada and the United States; financial risks due to helium prices, operating or technical difficulties in exploration and development activities; risks and hazards and the speculative nature of resource exploration and related development; risks in obtaining necessary licenses and permits, and challenges to the Company's title to properties.
Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including but not limited to the continued operation of the Company's exploration operations, no material adverse change in the market price of commodities, and such other assumptions and factors as set out herein. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or information, there may be other factors that cause results to be materially different from those anticipated, described, estimated, assessed or intended. There can be no assurance that any forward-looking statements or information will prove to be accurate as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements or information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. The Company does not intend to, and nor does not assume any obligation to update such forward-looking statements or information, other than as required by applicable law.
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Norwest and Medtech Convergence Fund co-lead investment in molecular diagnostic company working to improve diagnostic testing for women's health screening
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanopath Inc., a molecular diagnostics company enabling high-quality molecular testing in minutes, announced today that it has closed $10 million in Series A funding, co-led by Norwest Venture Partners and the Medtech Convergence Fund, a SV Health Investors venture fund, with participation from Gingerbread Capital and Green D Ventures. The funding will support development and commercialization of Nanopath's biosensing platform that aims to transform how women's pelvic and gynecologic infections are diagnosed.
"Nanopath's mission is deeply rooted in improving women's health and even more broadly, health equity for all. We envision Nanopath's technology as the go-to platform for routine women's health screening, allowing for clinically actionable diagnosis within a single office visit," said Amogha Tadimety, Ph.D., co-founder and CEO of Nanopath. "With this funding, we're looking to build our technical team and initiate commercial and clinical partnerships to bring our technology platform to market."
Nanopath's co-founders are working to close two major gaps in the industry: the limited number of disruptive life science companies focused on women's health and the limited number of women-led life science companies. Built on a core mission to address these critical disparities, Nanopath is developing technological breakthroughs designed to empower the patient and provider.
Nanopath seeks to address disparities in care for underserved populations, starting with women's health, by introducing a novel approach to molecular diagnostic testing that harnesses advances in bioengineering and nanotechnology to accurately identify and characterize a variety of pathogens within minutes, compared to existing gold-standard diagnostics that take days to return results. The technology can simultaneously characterize multiple pathogens with one test, leading to faster, more precise diagnosis and treatment.
Nanopath's proprietary biosensing technology utilizes ultrasensitive optical detection to identify DNAs and RNAs, without the need for nucleic acid amplification. This amplification-free approach minimizes reagents, lowers costs and reduces user steps that are ubiquitous across molecular diagnostics. Nanopath's platform will require minimal training to operate, making high-complexity molecular diagnostics testing accessible at the point-of-care.
Nanopath's technology has the potential to simultaneously test for multiple pathogens, based on presenting symptoms, and reduce delivery of test results from days to just 15 minutes. The company has generated strong pilot clinical data in its two lead indications through collaborations with leading hospital systems in New England.
"What we are building has the potential to holistically improve patient care by circumventing existing complex, expensive and time-consuming workflows, while simultaneously providing more granular health information," said Alison Burklund, Ph.D., co-founder and CTO of Nanopath. "We started in the women's health space because of the deep unmet need, and our desire as founders to bring a first-in-class diagnostic platform to a population that has been consistently overlooked. That said, our technology has the potential to be valuable in any situation where DNA or RNA detection is useful, including respiratory disease diagnosis, characterization of genetic risk factors, and even biosecurity surveillance and environmental monitoring."
"The women's health diagnostics market is ready for a solution that not only provides better and more actionable information, but also integrates with existing and emerging care delivery models," said Jeff Crowe, senior managing partner at Norwest Venture Partners. "The Nanopath platform can provide results with the same, if not better, accuracy than existing methods, within 15 minutes, and at lower cost. Nanopath is well positioned to improve diagnosis and care delivery across a range of healthcare settings."
"Nanopath has hit on a new approach that is poised to disrupt the existing molecular testing paradigm. We look forward to working with this team to advance their technology," said Aaron Sandoski, founding partner at SV Health Investors' Medtech Convergence Fund.
Both Crowe and Sandoski have joined Nanopath's board in tandem with this funding round. In late July, the company was named winner of the 2022 AACC Disruptive Technology Award, which recognizes innovative testing technology solutions that improve patient care through diagnostic performance or access to high-quality testing. Nanopath was also a winner of the inaugural 2021 Ignite Golden Ticket, which honors companies that advance life sciences innovation by making the biotechnology industry more inclusive and equitable by directly supporting promising entrepreneurs.
Nanopath is actively growing its purpose-driven team. To learn more about open positions, please visit www.nanopathdx.com/opportunities.
Nanopath is dedicated to improving health equity worldwide, starting with women's health. Nanopath's proprietary molecular diagnostic test takes a radically new approach to how clinicians measure and characterize human health. Through its novel biosensing technology, the company has the potential to enable fast, high-complexity tests to be performed in minutes and at the point-of-care, rather than in centralized laboratories. Nanopath's founders seek to improve the lives of women and other underserved populations, while simultaneously enhancing the lives of the Nanopath team members through purpose-driven work that helps to develop and deploy its products. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., at LabCentral, the premier launchpad for high-potential life sciences and biotech start-ups. Nanopath was spun out of Dartmouth College in 2019 in partnership with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. For more information, visit www.nanopathdx.com.
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Kansas Turnpike Authority switches motorist assist carrier to Geico
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Turnpike has switched its motorist assist carrier to Geico as Safety Patrol vehicles help stranded drivers.
The Kansas Turnpike Authority says its safety assistance program will get a new look as Geico becomes the sponsor of the motorist assist service. It said the KTA Safety Assist, sponsored by Geico, continues to be a key part of its traffic safety efforts.
“Customer service and safety are important to KTA and this program allows us to put those values into action,” said Steve Hewitt, KTA Chief Executive Officer. “Thousands of drivers benefit from the KTA Safety Assist program each year giving KHP troopers the time to focus on law enforcement activities. We’re grateful to have GEICO sponsor this valuable roadside assistance program.”
KTA said Safety Assist units patrol the two heaviest traveled areas of the Turnpike - between Topeka and Kansas City and between Wichita and the Oklahoma border. Keeping traffic moving is important to keep drivers safe as blocked lanes delay traffic and increase accident risks.
In the U.S., the KTA noted that 20% of crashes result from a previous crash, and for every minute a primary incident remains a hazard, the likelihood of a secondary crash increases by 2.8%.
“GEICO is proud to build this new partnership with the KTA Safety Patrol – and do our part to help ensure Kansans get from point A to B as safely as possible,” said GEICO Regional Vice President Shane Wheeler. “GEICO has a long history of promoting driver safety and encourages drivers to do their part by putting their phones down and driving alert, not distracted.”
KTA indicated that the Safety Patrol usually operates during the busiest travel times like morning and evening commute hours and on weekends. However, hours vary depending on location, weekend, weather, safety and traffic-related needs.
KTA noted that Safety Patrol vehicles are equipped with various tools and equipment to help change tires and other minor mechanical issues. Technicians also help during roadway incidents by directing traffic and helping clear debris.
According to the KTA, all Safety Patrol services are free - no matter the insurance carrier. It said drivers who do require help while on the Turnpike can call KTA’s Incident Management Center at *KTA (*582).
KTA said stranded drivers are relieved when the Safety Assist arrives on the scene.
“I am from Colorado and was driving to Oklahoma and my Suburban’s brakes locked up and cracked my front rotor,” said one driver. “Your highway assist driver Ryan 7017 stopped to see if we were OK. I told him what happened. He said hang on and went back to his truck. Grabbed some tools and got my rotor off and put on the new one in about 20 minutes on the side of the highway. I am more than impressed with your service. I mean who does that? Amazing job!”
The KTA noted that the new rotor was provided by the driver.
The KTA said, however, that the Safety Assist program is not meant to replace or interfere with services provided by private businesses. It said techs only provide immediate services to help drivers get off the side of the road and to help maintain the flow of traffic.
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MENLO PARK, Calif., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - ActZero, a Gartner-recognized Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, today announced the addition of a Ransomware Readiness Assessment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The program simulates a ransomware attack sequence, which can expose critical vulnerabilities and lateral pathways left open by existing tools. With this valuable visibility businesses can start reducing risk immediately.
Adversaries expect small businesses to lack proper ransomware defenses. With ActZero MDR, they can now prove them wrong.
Adversaries are turning up the pressure on their victims, demanding average ransoms nearing $1M, and these ransomware events are becoming more widespread. In response, cyber insurers are tightening the qualifying criteria and regulators strengthening compliance requirements, placing SMEs in further jeopardy.
Despite recent considerable investments of time and resources, SMEs' confidence in their cybersecurity posture remains low. Misguided efforts, including using single point protection products and dated threat intelligence to solve individual challenges simply doesn't scale. This may have even created a false sense of security preparedness. The Ransomware Readiness Assessment validates current vendor performance, demonstrating the gaps, and giving SMEs a clear picture of their security posture.
"Ransomware is constantly evolving and targeted to beat even the most popular prevention methods. Most cyber defense teams aren't aware how much ransomware techniques can evolve over a 24-hour period" said Chris Finan, President & Chief Operating Officer at ActZero. "Recent vulnerabilities like Follina and Log4J, show how quickly adversaries adapted their tactics to stay ahead of vendor mitigation guidance. Our assessments demonstrate how ActZero consistently and considerably outperforms its peers, protecting against the ransomware vulnerabilities they leave exposed."
Over the past few months of assessment activity, ActZero has discovered that, on average, its MDR service was able to detect and block a class-leading 89% of all common and recent ransomware events techniques and tactics, including emerging threats. Average dwell time figures were less than 17 minutes. Comparatively, its well-known legacy EDR, MDR and XDR industry peers detected and blocked an average of only 18%, 40%, and 54% respectively, with an average dwell time of 1 hour 38 minutes, enough time to cause considerable damage in an enterprise's ecosystem. ActZero continues to use learnings from completed assessments to introduce new detections in its effort to eliminate cyber threats.
The introduction of the Ransomware Readiness Assessment follows the company's announcement earlier this week regarding the launch of the Ransomware Task Force's Blueprint for Ransomware Defense, for which ActZero was a significant contributor. ActZero is positioned to help SMEs not only understand, plan for, and track implementation Safeguards, but complete the resilience effort through its MDR service.
Similar to penetration or vulnerability testing, ransomware simulations are an effective method of discovering weaknesses and closing the gaps before adversaries exploit them. SMEs looking to evaluate their current protections and begin the journey to improve their ransomware resilience are encouraged to REGISTER HERE for ActZero's complementary Ransomware Readiness Assessment.
For more information, please visit https://get.actzero.ai/complimentary-breach-assessment/
ActZero is a Gartner-recognized provider of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services that offers 24/7 Ransomware Defense You Can Measure, providing threat protection for small and mid-size enterprises, empowering customers to improve their cybersecurity efforts without taxing existing budgets and resources. We combine our core AI and ML technologies and processes with human threat hunting and intelligence to detect and identify vulnerabilities, eliminating more threats in less time. We actively partner with our customers to drive security engineering, increase internal efficiencies and effectiveness and, ultimately, build a mature cybersecurity posture. Whether shoring up an existing security strategy, or building a primary line of defense, ActZero's client-first approach helps reduce the unique risks and gaps that could leave a business vulnerable to attack.
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Silver State Homeowners Gain Access to Debt-Free Alternative for Tapping Growing Home Equity
BOSTON, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hometap, which provides a smart, new loan alternative for tapping into home equity without taking on debt, announced today that it is now available to homeowners across the state of Nevada.
Unlike home equity lenders, Hometap makes investments in homes in exchange for a percentage of the future value of the property, providing homeowners near immediate access to debt-free cash without interest or monthly payments. Homeowners can use the cash to accomplish their financial goals or fund significant expenses – from paying off credit card debt or building a dream kitchen to funding their small business or using the money towards a down payment on an investment property.
The typical home value in Nevada currently stands at approximately $434,698 and has been growing rapidly, at a rate of 29.4% in 2021, according to data from Zillow. Average home equity gained in the state last year was $80,000, based on information from real estate data firm CoreLogic.
"Home equity has been rising rapidly across Nevada, but until now, homeowners haven't been able to tap into that value without taking on additional debt in a rising interest rate environment," said Jeffrey Glass, CEO of Hometap. "With residential real estate values seeing record growth across the country, home equity investments give homeowners the option of meeting their immediate financial needs and addressing long-term financial goals they may have had to put on hold during the pandemic, without the burden of a loan. We're very excited about expanding our geographic footprint into a booming real estate market like Nevada and being able to help even more homeowners."
The launch of operations in Nevada brings Hometap's state count to 18; the company also invests in homes in Arizona, California, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.
About Hometap:
Hometap is on a mission to make homeownership less stressful and more accessible. Our home equity investment product provides homeowners with a fast, simple, and straightforward way to access the equity in their home without taking out a loan or having to sell. By investing alongside homeowners, Hometap offers debt-free cash in exchange for a share of their home's future value — all without any monthly payments or interest over the life of the investment. Through a combination of financial innovation and best-in-class customer service, Hometap enables people to get more from homeownership so they can get more from life. Learn more at hometap.com.
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Haystack helps companies ensure connection, collaboration, career growth are front and center among employees through shared interests, common goals
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Haystack, the modern intranet company making big companies feel smaller, rolled out Connect—a feature that uses first-party employee-profile data to intelligently pair employees to support better work friendships, facilitate mentor-mentee relationships, and bring colleagues together on a deeper level. The feature is intended to alleviate pain points common for a remote workforce – such as the inability to brainstorm over lunch or celebrate each other's successes in person – and help cultivate the types of long-lasting connections that can support employee retention and growth.
"Building strong relationships at work can mean the difference between engagement and retention; disengagement and turnover," said Cameron Lindsay, Haystack CEO and co-founder. "Helping people find camaraderie at work through a set of shared connections and interests – even across great distances – is one way to build strong, resilient teams."
Connect is part of a broad set of features within Haystack's platform. Through Connect, organizations with or without an in-person campus can all foster strong working relationships between employees. This is just the latest innovation from Haystack, a platform where employees can receive important announcements, discover knowledge about the company they work for, and communicate with coworkers.
Earlier this year, the company announced Secure Delivery – a feature that helps keep internal communications internal, and protect employees from accidentally sharing sensitive information. Haystack will continue to launch features that foster employee connections, growth, and success in the remote age. For more information, visit HaystackTeam.com.
Haystack is a modern intranet platform that makes big companies feel smaller. Mid-market and large enterprises rely on Haystack for secure internal communications, to share organizational knowledge and to build community. Founded in 2019, Haystack is based in Los Angeles. The company was founded by friends CEO Cameron Lindsay and CTO Haibo Zhao. For more information, visit HaystackTeam.com.
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WAPATO, Wash., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pace International, a leading provider of sustainable postharvest solutions and technologies for the fresh produce industry, is pleased to welcome its newest Pacific Northwest Account Manager, Garrett Babst.
As an Account Manager, Babst will work directly with customers to ensure satisfaction, meet and exceed budgeted sales revenue goals, and pull Pace products through distribution. He will be based in Wenatchee, Washington and serve the greater Yakima, Washington region, and Canada.
"We're pleased to have Garrett join us at Pace International," said Marcelo Masoero, Senior Global Sales Director, Pace International. "His knowledge and extensive experience in the agriculture industry is unparalleled and will help us achieve our goal to provide exceptional service that results in greater efficiencies and higher packouts."
Most recently, Babst served as the Packaging Sales Manager at Northwest Wholesale Inc., after being promoted from Sales Representative. Over the course of his career, he gained experience throughout the agriculture industry as a Sales Representative and Account Manager with Decco, Fruit Packer Supply and AgroFresh.
"Garrett is a proven sales professional with exceptional account management experience. Throughout his career, he has established strong customer partnerships that have led to an outstanding track record of delivering business results. We are thrilled to add his expertise to our roster at Pace, where we deliver the best solutions to help each customer achieve their goals," added Masoero.
About Pace International LLC
Pace International LLC is a subsidiary of Valent BioSciences LLC, a Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. business. Pace collaborates with growers, packers and agricultural organizations to develop innovative solutions to enhance, protect, and preserve fruit and vegetable quality and freshness. Pace is the leading global provider of sustainable postharvest solutions and technologies, equipment and technical services to maximize efficiencies in packing operations and increase the freshness and value of harvested crops. For more information, visit the company's website at paceint.com.
About Valent Biosciences LLC
Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Valent BioSciences LLC is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. Valent BioSciences is the worldwide leader in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of biorational products, with sales in 95 countries around the world. Valent BioSciences is an ISO 9001 Certified Company. For additional information, visit the company's website at valentbiosciences.com.
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Onicx Group Receives Ranking No. 441 Among America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Inc. revealed that Onicx Group is No. 441 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"Our entire team is excited and proud to have made it into the top 500 of the Inc. 5000 list," said Dhvanit Patel, President and CEO of Onicx Group. "This is a testament to the dedication of our employees, partners, and investors. We foster a culture of growth and hope to be included on this list with these best-in-class companies for years to come."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
About Onicx Group
Onicx Group ("Onicx"), headquartered in Tampa, is an established multi-asset developer with focus in healthcare, multi-family, industrial, and mixed-use commercial real estate. Onicx is a prominent healthcare real estate developer and a trusted real estate partner for health systems and physician practices, with a longstanding focus in healthcare real estate and an unparalleled sector knowledge.
To learn more, visit www.Onicx.com.
CONTACT:
Anne Charles, Director of Marketing
annecharles@onicx.com
727-597-9301
More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000
Methodology
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
About Inc.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
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Deadly crash in Desoto County
Published: Sep. 17, 2022 at 11:00 PM EDT|Updated: 33 minutes ago
ARCADIA, Fla. (WWSB) - A fatal crash occurred in Desoto County on Saturday. September 17 according to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol.
The FHP stated that three pedestrians were hurt in the crash. One Juvenile is deceased, one adult has critical injuries, and one child pedestrian has minor injuries.
The crash remains under investigation and more information will be added.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GEODIS, a world leader in transport and logistics, today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire the American company, Need It Now Delivers. The acquisition will enable GEODIS to significantly increase its presence in the United States in the areas of contract logistics and last-mile delivery. The acquisition will also consolidate GEODIS's position as one of the world's ten leading logistics providers.
Marie-Christine Lombard, CEO of GEODIS, commented: "The acquisition of Need It Now Delivers is a key step through which we will strengthen and diversify our offerings in the U.S., providing our customers with a global and integrated end-to-end freight network in the United States, from international transport to last-mile delivery. This new acquisition represents an important milestone as we continue to progress on our strategic plan, Ambition 2023."
Need It Now Delivers operates an expansive domestic road freight network with more than 65 company locations and 300 distribution points, providing strong national coverage, particularly in the eastern United States. To offer its customers complete port-to-door logistics solutions, the company specializes in distribution, last-mile delivery, and in multi-channel contract logistics across a wide range of high-growth industry verticals. Owned in part by management along with the private equity fund Palm Beach Capital, the New Jersey-based company employs approximately 2,000 people and is expected to reach revenues close to $750 million in 2022.
"Our U.S. supply chain business has consistently grown over the last 10 years," said Mike Honious, GEODIS in Americas President & CEO. "With the services, capabilities, and the leadership team of Need It Now Delivers, we will expand our offerings and support the growth strategies of our customers."
This acquisition will strengthen GEODIS's American footprint and e-Commerce services portfolio, with customers able to benefit from the Group's expertise in end-to-end supply chain expertise in freight forwarding, road transport, contract logistics and last-mile delivery.
Eric Mautner, CEO of Need It Now Delivers, said: "Since our inception in 1987, Need It Now Delivers has scaled rapidly to position ourselves as an industry leader with a special focus on omnichannel and last-mile delivery. Together with GEODIS, our teams can continue to build upon this momentum to provide customers with a more expansive network of flexible, efficient and reliable services that will ultimately allow us to successfully meet projected industry dynamics such as continued e-Commerce growth and increasingly complex supply chains that require the need for omnichannel capabilities."
Once the transaction is completed, the GEODIS group will employ roughly 15,000 people across more than 200 locations in the U.S and exceeding 17,000 in the Americas. The combined organizations of GEODIS and Need It Now Delivers would have generated $3.7 billion for full year 2021 in the U.S.
The acquisition is subject to regulatory review and approvals, which are expected to be obtained by end of 2022. Both companies will operate as independent businesses and run their operations as usual until that time.
GEODIS – www.geodis.com
GEODIS is a global leading transport and logistics provider recognized for its commitment to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. GEODIS' growth-focused offerings (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and Road Transport), coupled with the company's truly global reach thanks to a global network spanning nearly 170 countries, is reflected by its top business rankings: no. 1 in France and no. 7 worldwide. GEODIS employs over 44,000 people globally and generated €10.9 billion in revenue in 2021.
PRESS CONTACT
Claire Vaas
GEODIS Group Communication Department
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claire.vaas@geodis.com
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‘No one is immune or exempt’: Sheriff arrests his own daughter for meth trafficking
EASTPOINT, Fla. (Gray News) – A recent drug bust for one Florida sheriff is more personal than usual.
“Methamphetamine does not discriminate and neither do we,” Franklin County Sheriff A.J. Smith wrote in a post on the department’s Facebook page. “It does not matter who you are, no one is immune or exempt.”
The sheriff’s office conducted a narcotics investigation which led to the arrest of 38-year-old Kristen Kent and 25-year-old Bailey Adaire Lee on April 18.
The sheriff’s office charged Kent with trafficking methamphetamine 14 grams or over, drug equipment possession and/or use and cocaine possession. Lee was charged with two counts of trafficking methamphetamine 14 grams or over.
Smith later confirmed to The Miami Herald that Kent is his daughter.
“When you work in law enforcement, do not take things personally,” the sheriff wrote in a Facebook post a few days later. “There will be many challenging situations that you will face and you must rise above.”
The sheriff is known for cracking down on meth trafficking in his jurisdiction, and the sheriff’s department operates with the motto “We don’t meth around.”
The sheriff said he learned his daughter was involved in the trafficking when asked who sold the drugs.
Although he doesn’t take things personally as a part of his job, Smith told the Herald this news was “gut-wrenching.”
“Our hearts break over the grief meth causes all,” the sheriff’s Facebook post reads. “Whether you use it, sell it or love someone who is involved with it. If you want to break free from this lifestyle, we want to help you. Call Shannon at 850-653-5775.”
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The Talaria TWO ultra-lower power Wi-Fi + BLE modules and Ingenic's T31 video processor set a record for low power consumption, providing an integrated solution for power-sensitive edge vision applications
SAN DIEGO and HAIDIAN BEIJING, China, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InnoPhase, a fabless semiconductor company, specializing in extreme low power wireless IoT solutions, and Ingenic Semiconductor Co Ltd. ("Ingenic") (SHE: 300223), a leader in microprocessors and CPU technologies, announces a partnership to jointly market vision systems based on the industry-leading T31 Video Processor and the Talaria TWO™ INP101x ultra-low-power Wi-Fi + BLE wireless modules. Ingenic successfully qualified the INP101x series of Wi-Fi + BLE modules, adding it to its list of approved vendors.
InnoPhase's new Smart Video application development kit integrates the two components creating an ultra-low-power wireless camera platform. Products are in development with several ODM/OEM manufacturers.
The partnership enhances "Vison as a Sensor" applications by enabling flexibility and freedom of placement through an extremely low power, completely wire-free solution. The combination of battery-based video, Wi-Fi cloud connectivity, and AI processing will create new innovative applications and services. Baby monitors, security cameras, video doorbells, access control, and identity verification will benefit from the new vision solution that exceeds battery lifetime and performance expectations.
"The remarkable power efficiency of InnoPhase's wireless modules combined with Ingenic's industry-leading T31 video processor will truly be a game-changer for our joint customers," said Wiren Perera, Vice President and the General Manager of IoT Business Unit at InnoPhase. "Ingenic's processors support sophisticated Artificial Intelligence deep models for object detection. The power saved by our wireless modules is put to excellent use by these models."
T31 (H.265+AI) Video Processor
The T31 Smart Video Application Processor is designed for video devices like mobile cameras, security surveys, video and voice communication, and video analysis. The SoC features an innovative architecture to fulfill high-performance computing and high-quality image and video encoding requirements addressed by video devices.
Talaria TWO Wi-Fi + BLE Platform
The Talaria TWO platform offers the industry's lowest-power solution to support single-band (2.4GHz) 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 (including long-range options) wireless standards. Its exceptionally low, always-connected current (57µA @ DTIM10), enables a new class of battery-powered, direct-to-cloud devices for IoT markets such as smart home and surveillance, asset trackers, smart buildings, and industrial equipment maintenance.
To learn more or schedule a demonstration contact sales@innophaseinc.com.
Founded in 2005, Ingenic is the foremost champion of microprocessors designed in China. Ingenic went public on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in May 2011.
The Ingenic business is based on innovative CPU technologies. The XBurst CPU core, which was self-made by Ingenic, has a unique micro architecture and is one of the most power-efficient and cost-efficient SoC products in the world. Ever since 2007, when the XBurst was released, Ingenic SoC products based on these CPU cores have been popular with electronic products such as biometric identification devices, education electronics, multimedia players, e-books, tablets, etc.
For more information visit Ingenic.com.cn.
InnoPhase, headquartered in San Diego, CA, is a fabless wireless semiconductor platform company specializing in extreme low-power wireless IoT solutions. It developed the award-winning, Talaria TWO™ multi-protocol chipset with the world's lowest power Wi-Fi radio using a unique, programmable digital polar radio architecture. Customers are using it to create a wide range of innovative wireless products and solutions for the rapidly growing battery-based IoT market. For more information visit innophaseinc.com.
Media Contact:
Linda Ferguson
Marketing Communications Director, InnoPhase
1+503-869-5827
lferguson@innophaseinc.com
www.innophaseinc.com
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NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for APLD, BTBT, GE, PLUG, and SLNO.
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‘Your disregard for human life is terrifying’: Man gets life in prison for selling fentanyl that killed 11 people
ST. PAUL, Minn. (Gray News) – A Minnesota man has been sentenced to life in prison for distributing fentanyl that killed 11 people and left four with serious injuries.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) said that Aaron Rhy Broussard, 31, smuggled drugs into the country from China-based suppliers and sold them online from 2014 to 2016.
According to the DOJ, in March 2016, Broussard ordered what he believed to be an amphetamine analogue, similar to Adderall, but was actually fentanyl. He did not test the drugs to ensure what he was getting, the DOJ said. He then sent shipments of fentanyl to unsuspecting customers who believed they were buying Adderall.
The DOJ said those customers were not opiate users and had no tolerance for the fentanyl that Broussard sent them. After taking the fentanyl, believing it was Adderall, 11 of the customers died from an overdose and four were left seriously injured.
According to the DOJ, Broussard continued to distribute the drugs, despite hearing about the overdoses. He knowingly did not warn other customers about the fentanyl mix-up, nor took issue with his suppliers in China.
Broussard was convicted by a jury in March on 17 counts. He was sentenced to life in prison Monday.
During the sentencing hearing, Senior U.S. District Judge Susan Richard Nelson told Broussard, “Your disregard for human life is terrifying.”
In a statement, U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger said numerous families will be forever changed by Broussard’s actions.
“Although the trauma felt by the victims can never be undone and the true cost can never be calculated, Mr. Broussard will now spend the remainder of his life behind bars,” Luger said.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is reminding people that a mere 2 milligrams of fentanyl, equivalent to the size of a few grains of salt, is enough to kill someone.
“The threat of fentanyl is real, and the traffickers pushing this deadly substance will be held accountable for the lives they’ve taken, the families they’ve hurt and the communities they’ve devastated,” DEA Agent Justin King said.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Magnum Venus Products (MVP), a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for industrial applications, is launching a new product, Accurate Coatings Equipment (ACE), a plural component coatings system. Developed specifically for wood finishes and sealers, the system will reduce material waste and increase production output by delivering accurate and consistent catalyzation ratios.
ACE is a plural component, or 2K, pump system for the application of conversion varnishes which use acid catalyst, as well as polyester coatings which use methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEKP) catalyst. The system has been proven to dramatically reduce material waste, increase efficiency, and reduce downtime by eliminating the manual mixing processes. ACE delivers accurate catalyst ratios reducing coating failures which can cause defects like clouding, flaking, peeling and delamination, often not visible for weeks and leading to costly repairs.
The key to achieving a pristine finish on wood surfaces is a correct material ratio, and MVP has been a leader in accurate metering and mixing technology for nearly a century. Now renowned for its pumping and spraying systems in the composites and fiber reinforced plastics (FRP) industries, MVP began as a distributor of coatings equipment in 1947. "We have come full circle with the launch of the ACE System," says Scott Andrews, Vice President of Commercialization for MVP. "We realized the demand for a mid-tier coating application system, and we believe ACE is a simple, cost-effective solution which will enable manufacturers to create higher quality products more efficiently."
Although the system is compatible with a variety of materials and applications, it was specifically designed for wood finishes and sealers used by manufacturers of cabinets, windows and doors, furniture, and other wood products. These manufacturers have realized material savings of more than 15% since implementing the ACE system in production. "CIS supported MVP as it developed and launched ACE," says Brad Hubbard of Coast Industrial Systems (CIS), a distributor of MVP's ACE system. "They have been a forward-thinking partner who continually puts the customer's needs first."
MVP is committed to developing new products and solutions to meet the needs of industrial manufacturers. "We have more than doubled our R&D budget over the last year," confirms Andrew Hedger, Senior Director of Business Development for MVP. "MVP has commercialized game-changing technology for the composites industry in the last few decades, and we are more committed now than ever to investing in the development of new resources to help our customers make better products with less waste."
MVP sells the ACE system through authorized distributors and directly through highly trained sales representatives. To learn more about the ACE System visit contact us.
About MVP:
Magnum Venus Products (MVP) is a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for industrial applications. MVP collaborates with its customers to offer tailored production solutions to meter, mix, dispense, and apply materials. For over 80 years, MVP has been a leading equipment provider for the marine, infrastructure, pool and bath, oil & gas, transportation, aerospace, and wind industries. Learn more at mvpind.com.
Media Contact:
Hannah Jay
hannahjay@mvpind.com
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Amelie H. Mailloux joins the firm's Boston office and Ronald G. Nelson joins in New York City
BOSTON and NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Goulston & Storrs, an Am Law 200 firm, is pleased to announce Amelie H. Mailloux and Ronald G. Nelson have joined the firm as Counsel in its Real Estate Group. Mailloux joins the firm's Boston office and Nelson will be based in the New York City office.
Prior to joining the firm, Mailloux was the Director of Leasing and Dispositions at Retail Business Services, LLC where she provided real estate leasing services to multiple operating brands including major supermarket chains. In this role, she also directed and managed the real estate activities for Ahold Delhaize's non-supermarket real estate assets in the U.S. She brings more than 20 years of business and legal experience in commercial real estate transactions to the firm, and will continue to focus her practice on a wide range of complex real estate and retail leasing matters. She has deep experience in the leasing and disposition of assets, including the negotiation and documentation of new leases, extensions, amendments, lease assignments, lease terminations, buyouts, and sales agreements.
Nelson joins Goulston & Storrs from a major law firm in New York City where he was Of Counsel handling real estate leasing for commercial landlords and tenants. Before that, he spent six years at DLC Management Corp., most recently as Senior Real Estate Counsel. He has nearly 20 years of broad real estate industry and legal experience including working inside real estate companies in leasing, acquisition, and investment roles. He will continue to concentrate his practice on sophisticated lease agreements for commercial spaces and land parcels. His experience spans many property types, including office, medical, laboratory, industrial, hospitality as well as restaurant, retail, and shopping center spaces.
"We are very excited to have these two seasoned real estate attorneys join our practice. Amelie and Ron will be excellent additions to our leasing team in Boston and New York. They both bring deep in-house and outside experience to the firm and will be invaluable resources to our clients. We are thrilled to have them on board," said William Dillon, Co-Managing Director of Goulston & Storrs.
Mailloux received her J.D. from Suffolk University Law School in 2007 and her B.A. from Wittenberg University in 1997. Nelson received his J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law in 2001, his M.S. from New York University in 2012, and his B.A. from Binghamton University State University of New York in 1998.
About Goulston & Storrs
Collaboration is not just a pillar of our strategy; it is the key to our competitive advantage and approach to clients, community, and each other. At Goulston & Storrs, we practice law with excellence and integrity. We are a place where mutual respect and collaboration drive open discussion, transparency, creativity and optimal results for our clients. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where sophisticated business is conducted with genuine camaraderie. To learn more about us, visit www.goulstonstorrs.com.
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INDIANAPOLIS, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Corteva, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) ("Corteva" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2022.
1Q 2022 Results Overview
First Quarter 2022 Highlights
- First quarter 2022 net sales rose 10% versus prior year with gains in both segments. Organic1 sales increased 16% in the same period with double-digit gains in all regions.
- Seed net sales grew 1% and organic1 sales increased 7% year over year, with notable gains in both EMEA2 and Latin America, partially offset by the seasonal timing of seed deliveries in North America2. Price was up 8% globally, led by continued execution on the company's price for value strategy and recovery of higher input costs.
- Crop Protection net sales grew 23% and organic1 sales increased 29%, led by North America2. Volume gains were driven by early demand and continued penetration of new products, including EnlistTM and RinskorTM herbicides and ZorvecTM fungicide. Price gains reflected strong execution across all regions in response to cost inflation.
- GAAP income and earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were $577 million and $0.79 per share for the first quarter 2022, respectively. Operating EBITDA1 was $1.04 billion, a 15% improvement over prior year on strong price execution and volume gains in all regions, partially offset by inflation and currency headwinds. Operating EPS1 was $0.97 per share, up 23% compared to the same period last year.
- Management affirmed full year 2022 net sales and Operating EBITDA1 guidance3. The Company expects net sales to be in the range of $16.7 billion to $17.0 billion and Operating EBITDA1 in the range of $2.8 billion to $3.0 billion. The Company adjusted its expectations for Operating EPS1 for 2022, which is now expected to be in the range of $2.35 to $2.55 per share, reflecting lower average share count.
"Corteva delivered a solid start to 2022 with double-digit sales and Operating EBITDA growth in the first quarter reflecting continued execution amidst a challenging macro and geopolitical environment, including the current situation in Eastern Europe.
"The Company made progress on its strategic initiatives to accelerate performance, including the recently announced business realignment that will enhance simplicity and speed of business.
"Looking ahead, we expect healthy market fundamentals to continue given record crop prices, strong farm income levels and demand for food globally.
"We remain committed to bringing industry-leading, sustainable solutions to farmers to drive productivity and ease the current pressure on the global food system," said Chuck Magro, Corteva Chief Executive Officer.
Company Updates
- Business Realignment to Accelerate Operational Performance
- New Product Pipeline Driving Momentum
- Company Takes Actions to Mitigate Food Security Impacts from Humanitarian Crisis, Exits Russian Operations
2022 Guidance
The Company affirmed its previously provided net sales and Operating EBITDA1 guidance3 for the full year 2022. Corteva expects net sales in the range of $16.7 billion to $17.0 billion, which at the mid-point represents expected net sales growth of 8% for the year and organic1 sales growth of 11% for the year. Operating EBITDA1 is expected to be in the range of $2.8 billion to $3.0 billion. The Company adjusted its expectations for Operating EPS1 for 2022, which is now expected to be in the range of $2.35 to $2.55 per share, to reflect lower average share count. The Company is not able to reconcile its forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures to its most comparable U.S. GAAP financial measures, as it is unable to predict with reasonable certainty items outside of its control, such as Significant Items, without unreasonable effort.
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About Corteva
Corteva, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) is a publicly traded, global pure-play agriculture company that combines industry-leading innovation, high-touch customer engagement and operational execution to profitably deliver solutions for the world's most pressing agriculture challenges. Corteva generates advantaged market preference through its unique distribution strategy, together with its balanced and globally diverse mix of seed, crop protection, and digital products and services. With some of the most recognized brands in agriculture and a technology pipeline well positioned to drive growth, the Company is committed to maximizing productivity for farmers, while working with stakeholders throughout the food system as it fulfills its promise to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. More information can be found at www.corteva.com.
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Cautionary Statement About Forward-Looking Statements
This report contains certain estimates and forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and may be identified by their use of words like "plans," "expects," "will," "anticipates," "believes," "intends," "projects," "estimates," "outlook," or other words of similar meaning. All statements that address expectations or projections about the future, including statements about Corteva's strategy for growth, product development, regulatory approvals, market position; capital allocation strategy; liquidity; environmental, social and governance ("ESG") targets and initiatives; the anticipated benefits of acquisitions, restructuring actions, or cost savings initiatives; and the outcome of contingencies, such as litigation and environmental matters, expenditures, and financial results are forward-looking statements.
Forward-looking statements and other estimates are based on certain assumptions and expectations of future events which may not be accurate or realized. Forward-looking statements and other estimates also involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Corteva's control. While the list of factors presented below is considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Unlisted factors may present significant additional obstacles to the realization of forward-looking statements. Consequences of material differences in results as compared with those anticipated in the forward-looking statements could include, among other things, business disruption, operational problems, financial loss, legal liability to third parties and similar risks, any of which could have a material adverse effect on Corteva's business, results of operations and financial condition. Some of the important factors that could cause Corteva's actual results to differ materially from those projected in any such forward-looking statements include: (i) failure to successfully develop and commercialize Corteva's pipeline; (ii) failure to obtain or maintain the necessary regulatory approvals for some of Corteva's products; (iii) effect of the degree of public understanding and acceptance or perceived public acceptance of Corteva's biotechnology and other agricultural products; (iv) effect of changes in agricultural and related policies of governments and international organizations; (v) effect of competition and consolidation in Corteva's industry; (vi) effect of competition from manufacturers of generic products; (vii) costs of complying with evolving regulatory requirements and the effect of actual or alleged violations of environmental laws or permit requirements; (viii) effect of climate change and unpredictable seasonal and weather factors; (ix) failure to comply with competition and anti-trust laws; (x) capital markets sentiment towards ESG matters (xi) competitor's establishment of an intermediary platform for distribution of Corteva's products; (xii) impact of Corteva's dependence on third parties with respect to certain of its raw materials or licenses and commercialization; (xiii) effect of industrial espionage and other disruptions to Corteva's supply chain, information technology or network systems; (xiv) effect of volatility in Corteva's input costs; (xv) failure to raise capital through the capital markets or short-term borrowings on terms acceptable to Corteva; (xvi) failure of Corteva's customers to pay their debts to Corteva, including customer financing programs; (xvii) increases in pension and other post-employment benefit plan funding obligations; (xviii) risks related to environmental litigation and the indemnification obligations of legacy EID liabilities in connection with the separation of Corteva; (xix) risks related to Corteva's global operations; (xx) failure to effectively manage acquisitions, divestitures, alliances cost savings initiatives, and other portfolio actions; (xxi) risks related to COVID-19; (xxii) Corteva's ability to recruit and retain key personnel; (xxiii) Corteva's intellectual property rights or defend against intellectual property claims asserted by others; (xxiv) effect of counterfeit products; (xxv) Corteva's dependence on intellectual property cross-license agreements; (xxvi) other risks related to the Separation from DowDuPont; and (xxvii) risks related to the Russia and Ukraine military conflict.
Additionally, there may be other risks and uncertainties that Corteva is unable to currently identify or that Corteva does not currently expect to have a material impact on its business. Where, in any forward-looking statement or other estimate, an expectation or belief as to future results or events is expressed, such expectation or belief is based on the current plans and expectations of Corteva's management and expressed in good faith and believed to have a reasonable basis, but there can be no assurance that the expectation or belief will result or be achieved or accomplished. Corteva disclaims and does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, except as required by applicable law. A detailed discussion of some of the significant risks and uncertainties which may cause results and events to differ materially from such forward-looking statements is included in the "Risk Factors" section of Corteva's Annual Report on Form 10-K, as modified by subsequent Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K.
Regulation G (Non-GAAP Financial Measures)
This earnings release includes information that does not conform to U.S. GAAP and are considered non-GAAP measures. These measures may include organic sales, organic growth (including by segment and region), operating EBITDA, operating earnings per share, and base income tax rate. Management uses these measures internally for planning and forecasting, including allocating resources and evaluating incentive compensation. Management believes that these non-GAAP measures best reflect the ongoing performance of the Company during the periods presented and provide more relevant and meaningful information to investors as they provide insight with respect to ongoing operating results of the Company and a more useful comparison of year over year results. These non-GAAP measures supplement the Company's U.S. GAAP disclosures and should not be viewed as an alternative to U.S. GAAP measures of performance. Furthermore, such non-GAAP measures may not be consistent with similar measures provided or used by other companies. Reconciliations for these non-GAAP measures to U.S. GAAP are provided in the Selected Financial Information and Non-GAAP Measures starting on page A-5 of the Financial Statement Schedules.
Corteva is not able to reconcile its forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures to its most comparable U.S. GAAP financial measures, as it is unable to predict with reasonable certainty items outside of the Company's control, such as Significant Items, without unreasonable effort. For Significant items reported in the periods presented, refer to page A-8 of the Financial Statement Schedules. Beginning January 1, 2020, the Company presents accelerated prepaid royalty amortization expense as a significant item. Accelerated prepaid royalty amortization represents the noncash charge associated with the recognition of upfront payments made to Monsanto in connection with the Company's non-exclusive license in the United States and Canada for Monsanto's Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® herbicide tolerance traits. During the five-year ramp-up period of Enlist E3TM, Corteva is expected to significantly reduce the volume of products with the Roundup Ready 2 Yield® and Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® herbicide tolerance traits beginning in 2021, with expected minimal use of the trait platform after the completion of the ramp-up. Organic sales is defined as price and volume and excludes currency and portfolio impacts. Operating EBITDA is defined as earnings (loss) (i.e., income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes) before interest, depreciation, amortization, non-operating benefits (costs), foreign exchange gains (losses), and net unrealized gain or loss from mark-to-market activity for certain foreign currency derivative instruments that do not qualify for hedge accounting, excluding the impact of significant items. Non-operating (benefits) costs consists of non-operating pension and other post-employment benefit (OPEB) benefits (costs), tax indemnification adjustments, and environmental remediation and legal costs associated with legacy businesses and sites of Historical DuPont. Tax indemnification adjustments relate to changes in indemnification balances, as a result of the application of the terms of the Tax Matters Agreement, between Corteva and Dow and/or DuPont that are recorded by the Company as pre-tax income or expense.
Operating earnings (loss) per share are defined as "earnings (loss) per common share from continuing operations - diluted" excluding the after-tax impact of significant items, the after tax impact of non-operating benefits (costs), the after-tax impact of amortization expense associated with intangible assets existing as of the Separation from DowDuPont, and the after-tax impact of net unrealized gain or loss from mark-to-market activity for certain foreign currency derivative instruments that do not qualify for hedge accounting. Although amortization of the Company's intangible assets is excluded from these non-GAAP measures, management believes it is important for investors to understand that such intangible assets contribute to revenue generation. Amortization of intangible assets that relate to past acquisitions will recur in future periods until such intangible assets have been fully amortized. Any future acquisitions may result in amortization of additional intangible assets. Net unrealized gain or loss from mark-to-market activity for certain foreign currency derivative instruments that do not qualify for hedge accounting represents the non-cash net gain (loss) from changes in fair value of certain undesignated foreign currency derivative contracts. Upon settlement, which is within the same calendar year of execution of the contract, the net gain (loss) from the changes in fair value of the non-qualified foreign currency derivative contracts will be reported in relevant non-GAAP financial measures, allowing quarterly results to reflect the economic effects of the foreign currency derivative contracts without the resulting unrealized mark to fair value volatility. Base income tax rate is defined as the effective tax rate excluding the impacts of foreign exchange gains (losses), non-operating benefits (costs), amortization of intangibles (existing as of the Separation), mark-to-market gains (loss) on certain foreign currency contracts not designated as hedges, and significant items.
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Airbnb, Inc. (NASDAQ: ABNB) today announced that the company's second quarter 2022 financial results will be released after market close on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. The company's shareholder letter will be made available on the Airbnb Investor Relations website at https://investors.airbnb.com.
Airbnb will host an audio webcast to discuss its results at 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET the same day. The link to the webcast will be made available on the Investor Relations website at https://investors.airbnb.com.
Interested parties can register for the call in advance by visiting https://conferencingportals.com/event/UxGWzHKK. After registering, instructions will be shared on how to join the call.
Following the call, a replay of the webcast will be available on the Airbnb Investor Relations website. A telephonic replay will be also available for three weeks following the call at (800) 770-2030 using conference ID: 24053.
About Airbnb
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home. It has since grown to over 4 million Hosts who have welcomed more than 1 billion guest arrivals across over 220 countries and regions. Every day, Hosts offer unique stays and one-of-a-kind activities that make it possible for guests to experience the world in a more authentic, connected way.
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NEW YORK, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The InfraCap MLP ETF (NYSE Arca: AMZA) (the "Fund") has declared a monthly distribution of $0.22 ($2.64 per share on an annualized basis). The distribution will be paid June 29, 2022 to shareholders of record as of the close of business June 22, 2022.
AMZA Cash Distribution:
- Ex-Date: Tuesday, June 21, 2022
- Record Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2022
- Payable Date: Wednesday, June 29, 2022
The Fund estimates that 100 percent of the distribution, or $0.22 per share, is attributable to return of capital and that 0.00 percent, or $0.00 per share, is attributable to dividend income. Infrastructure Capital Advisors expects to declare future distributions on a monthly basis. Distributions are planned, but not guaranteed, for every month. The next distribution is scheduled to occur in July 2022.
For more information about AMZA's distribution policy, its 2022 distribution calendar, or tax information, please visit the Fund's website at www.virtusetfs.com.
Virtus ETF Advisers is a New York-based, multi-manager ETF sponsor and affiliate of Virtus Investment Partners. With actively managed and index-based investment capabilities across multiple asset classes, Virtus offers a range of complementary exchange-traded-funds subadvised by select investment managers.
Infrastructure Capital Advisors, LLC (ICA) is an SEC-registered investment advisor that manages exchange traded funds and a series of hedge funds. The firm was formed in 2012 and is based in New York City. ICA seeks total-return opportunities in key infrastructure sectors, including energy, real estate, transportation, industrials and utilities. It often identifies opportunities in entities that are not taxed at the entity level, such as master limited partnerships ("MLPs") and real estate investment trusts ("REITs"). It also looks for opportunities in credit and related securities, such as preferred stocks. Current income is a primary objective in most, but not all, of the company's investing activities. The focus is generally on asset-intensive companies that generate and distribute substantial streams of free cash flow. For more information, please visit www.infracapfunds.com.
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Industry/Sector Concentration: A fund that focuses its investments in a particular industry or sector will be more sensitive to conditions that affect that industry or sector than a non-concentrated fund.
Short Sales: The Fund may engage in short sales, and may experience a loss if the price of a borrowed security increases before the date on which the Fund replaces the security.
Leverage: When a Fund leverages its portfolio, the value of its shares may be more volatile and all other risks may be compounded.
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You should consider the Fund's investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses carefully before investing. Contact VP Distributors LLC at 1-888-383-4184 or visit www.infracapmlp.com to obtain a prospectus which contains this and other information about the Fund. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.
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Greene previously served as SVP of EIT for the company's Pharmaceutical Segment
DUBLIN, Ohio, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardinal Health (NYSE: CAH) announced today that Michelle Greene has been named chief information officer. Greene will report to CEO, Mike Kaufmann and join the company's executive committee.
"Michelle is a proven leader with a wealth of experience across multiple industries," said Mike Kaufmann, CEO of Cardinal Health. "Innovation is core to our business and we believe under Michelle's leadership, we will continue to make advancements to best serve our customers and their patients."
Greene started with Cardinal Health in 2021 as SVP of EIT for the company's Pharmaceutical Segment. In that role, she developed IT strategy tailored to the segment's business objectives. Prior to joining Cardinal Health, Greene was CIO and VP of IT for Masco Corporation and spent nearly a decade with Johnson Controls, serving in several executive positions, including VP of IT.
Greene holds a master's degree in Information Science from Florida State University and earned an executive certificate of international business from the Wharton School. She has received numerous awards, including the Top 25 Most Influential Black Women of Business, and is an active member of multiple non-profit boards.
About Cardinal Health
Cardinal Health is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for health care facilities. With 50 years in business, operations in more than 30 countries and approximately 44,000 employees globally, Cardinal Health is essential to care. Information about Cardinal Health is available at cardinalhealth.com.
Contacts
Media: Erich Timmerman, erich.timmerman@cardinalhealth.com and (614) 757-8231
Investors: Kevin Moran, kevin.moran@cardinalhealth.com and (614) 757-7942.
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WASHINGTON — President Biden on Wednesday called on Congress and state legislatures to provide a temporary reprieve from gas taxes — but members of his own party and Republicans appeared opposed, making it look unlikely on the federal level.
In addition, many state legislatures are out of session for the year and aren’t expected to return to their capitals until January.
Biden, nonetheless, saying the decision would help alleviate the tight budgets many families are facing as prices climb, urged both federal and state lawmakers to provide a 90-day break from gas taxes.
He also asked petroleum companies to increase the number of refineries producing gas for vehicles. And he said companies should pass on the slightly lower price of gasoline per barrel to consumers as well as the savings from any gas tax holiday, instead of keeping it themselves.
“I call on the companies to pass this along, every penny of this 18-cent reduction, to the consumers,” Biden said, referring to the federal gasoline tax. “There’s no time now for profiteering.”
If all four things were to take place — a federal gas tax holiday, a state break, increased refining and companies passing along lower prices of gasoline — prices could come down by $1 per gallon, he said.
Members of his own party don’t seem on board, however.
U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Peter DeFazio, an Oregon Democrat, rejected the idea of a gas tax holiday before Biden gave his afternoon speech.
“Although well-intentioned, this policy would at best achieve only miniscule relief while blowing a $10 billion dollar hole in the Highway Trust Fund that would need to be filled if we want to continue to fix crumbling bridges, address the spike in traffic deaths, and build a modern infrastructure system,” DeFazio said in a statement. “Furthermore, encouraging state governments to suspend their gas taxes undermines the impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law by reducing funds available to states to spend on infrastructure improvements."
Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a California Democrat, said in a statement that she will “see where the consensus lies on a path forward for the president’s proposal in the House and the Senate.”
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a New York Democrat, said he believes “the most important thing we can do to lower gas prices is crack down on big oil’s manipulation of the oil markets.”
And an effort in Washington to pause the tax championed by Democrats, including Georgia U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock, has gone nowhere.
Jason Furman, chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers during the Obama administration, said Tuesday that a gas tax holiday likely wouldn’t provide drivers much relief.
“Whatever you thought of the merits of a gas tax holiday in February, it is a worse idea now,” he tweeted. “Refineries are even more constrained now so supply is nearly fully inelastic. Most of the 18.4 cent reduction would be pocketed by industry – with maybe a few cents passed on to consumers.”
While Furman had previously “guesstimated that two-thirds of the benefits might go to consumers,” he said this week that was “probably overly generous at the time.”
“Regardless, would be even less now. I would expect consumers to get at most one-third of the benefits,” he wrote.
The nationwide average price for a gallon of gasoline has steadily increased this year from about $3.30 in January to just under $5 in mid-June, according to AAA.
Georgia ($4.46), Louisiana ($4.51), Tennessee ($4.58) and North Carolina ($4.60), are among the states with the lowest gasoline prices in the country, according to AAA.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp suspended the state gas tax twice, covering most of the spring with the levy, due to resume July 14.
The U.S. gas tax was last increased in 1993 from 14.1 cents to 18.4 cents per gallon. The nationwide tax on diesel is 24 cents a gallon.
Much of that money goes to the Highway Trust Fund, which gets about 80% of its funding from gas taxes, which it then uses to fund road construction and other transportation infrastructure projects.
The United States is not the only country facing high inflation and rising gas prices.
More than 90 countries, including Hong Kong ($11.35), Israel ($8.71) and Canada ($6.55), all have higher gasoline prices per gallon than the United States, according to a website that tracks global prices.
Washington correspondent Jacob Fischler and Georgia Recorder Editor John McCosh contributed to this report. | https://www.albanyherald.com/news/president-pitches-summer-gas-tax-holiday-as-price-hovers-around-5-a-gallon/article_0f4498fc-f30d-11ec-aede-b3bebe470bab.html | 2022-06-23T18:09:52Z |
Historic buildings to be revitalized with KDOC grants in rural communities
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Historic buildings in rural communities will be revitalized with new grant awards from the Kansas Department of Commerce and the Patterson Family Foundation.
In the fall of 2021, the Kansas Department of Commerce says it launched a new community revitalization program - the Historic Economic Asset Lifeline - to address the issue. With the program, it said the state helps building owners with matching grants to cover eligible expenses as historic properties are revitalized.
KDOC said HEAL was made possible through a collaboration with the Patterson Family Foundation - which has been dedicated to strengthening rural communities since 2007.
On Wednesday, July 27, Lt. Gov. and Commerce Secretary David Toland announced the 2022 HEAL grant recipients. He said slightly more than $1.8 million in matching grants will be awarded to help 32 projects throughout the Sunflower State.
“The goal of the HEAL is to rescue downtown buildings and restore them as productive spaces for business and community use,” Toland said. “Seeing our downtown districts turned into more attractive and vibrant places to live and work, along with creating new jobs and services for Kansans, is key to our state’s prosperity.”
The Dept. noted that grants are divided into two funding categories - Emergency and Regular - for cities with fewer than 50,000 residents. It said the program is meant to transform buildings for new or expanding businesses, housing, arts and culture, civic engagement, childcare or entrepreneurship - and again become economic drivers in the community.
“Vibrant downtown areas are important to the future prospects of smaller communities, so it was not a difficult decision for us to join the Department of Commerce and its partners in funding HEAL grants,” said Lindsey Patterson Smith, President of the Patterson Family Foundation. “HEAL grants give architecturally significant buildings a new lease on life, so they can continue to play vital roles in their communities.”
KDOC indicated that Emergency HEAL was established to make strategic investments in underused, dilapidated buildings or buildings in danger of collapse. It said 24 applications were received in this category and a total of 10 were chosen to receive $585,000 in matching grant funds. The Emergency award recipients are as follows:
- Elmo Building, Burden – $40,000,
- Union Gas Building Renovation, Caney – $65,000,
- Pretty Boy Floyd’s Underground Restaurant and Event Venue, Ellsworth – $65,000,
- Cohn-Gardner Hill Department Store, Eudora – $65,000,
- The Eureka Project, Eureka – $41,000,
- McDonald Hall, Fort Scott – $65,000,
- Kollock and Bragunier-Otte Buildings, Peabody – $65,000,
- David Rettiger Building, Strong City – $65,000,
- Jacob Engles Dry Goods/Restaurant and Distillery, Wellington – $64,000, and
- Stiles Mortuary Building, Wilson – $50,000.
KDOC said a total of 220 applications were received for the Regular HEAL grants. It said 24 projects from across the state will receive $1,294,715 in matching grant funds. The regular award recipients are as follows:
- The Star Block Restaurant/Retail, Osage City – $65,000,
- Restoration of 17 E. Fourth Ave – Brewery Manufacturing, Emporia – $65,000,
- HL Hart Building Coworking & Apartment, Newton – $65,000,
- Historic Lowis Building – Nesting Expansion, Colby – $65,000,
- Atchison Riverfront Brewery Project, Atchison – $65,000,
- Letha’s, Plainville – $8,000,
- Farmer & Florist Renovation/Expansion, Marysville – $65,000,
- Weathered Wood Home Store, Council Grove – $65,000,
- Heartland Gamebirds & Lodge, Courtland – $65,000,
- The Gym at Matfield Green Recording Studio, Matfield Green – $65,000,
- 1010 Main, Goodland – $65,000,
- 113 W. Lincoln Ave – Fitness Center, Lincoln – $65,000,
- Bill and Essie’s BBQ LLC, Marion – $65,000,
- Farmers Union Co-op Rehab-Children’s Museum, Alma – $65,000,
- Farmhouse Fresh in Jetmore, Jetmore – $57,260,
- OmGrown Yoga & Wellness Collective, Baldwin City– $41,780,
- The Landing Restaurant & Outdoor Gathering Place, Great Bend – $43,960,
- Junction City Brewery & Restaurant, Junction City – $65,000,
- Midland Theater Front of the House & Stage Restoration, Coffeyville – $65,000,
- Marquee Performing arts Center, Winfield – $38,715,
- Tree House of Early Learning, Independence – $65,000, and
- Robin’s Nest, Minneola – $65,000
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Phase 2 Photosensitive Epilepsy Study Planned for 2H 2022
SALT LAKE CITY, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative products to treat metabolic and central nervous system ("CNS") disorders with high unmet medical needs, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") has accepted the company's Investigational New Drug Application ("IND") for its neuroactive steroid ("NAS") candidate, LPCN 2101, as a potential treatment for adults with epilepsy. Lipocine plans to initiate a Phase 2 photosensitive epilepsy ("PSE") study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of oral LPCN 2101.
Dr. Mahesh Patel, Chairman, President and CEO of Lipocine Inc. commented, "We are excited to advance further testing of LPCN 2101. We believe it has the potential to address the unmet medical needs in epilepsy management as well as mood disorders comorbidities, particularly in women of childbearing age. We look forward to initiating the planned proof-of concept study."
About LPCN 2101
LPCN 2101 is an orally delivered, endogenous neuroactive steroid ("NAS"), a positive allosteric modulator ("PAM") of GABAA receptor, with potential therapeutic effects in neurological and mood disorders. No concerning safety and tolerability signals were observed in the preclinical studies with LPCN 2101 while demonstrating a favorable pharmacokinetic profile.
About Phase 2 Photosensitive Epilepsy ("PSE") Study Model
The photosensitivity study model enrolls patients who have an EEG-measurable photoparoxysmal response ("PPR") triggered by light stimulation. Reduction in photosensitivity can be quantified after a single dose of a potential anti-seizure medication ("ASM"). Reportedly, positive results in the PSE model have proven to be a reliable marker of antiseizure efficacy for most approved ASMs.
About Women with Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain that causes seizures. It is estimated that approximately 900,000 women of childbearing age suffer from active epilepsy in the U.S. These women with epilepsy of childbearing age face specific challenges throughout their lifespan because of seizures, efficacy and safety risks associated with the current ASMs, hormonal fluctuations, and coexisting mood disorders. Several currently available ASMs are teratogenic and have the potential to induce contraception failures, reproductive hormone imbalance, and mood disorders. There remains an unmet need for an ASM with no to low fetal-neonatal toxicity as well as potential to treat associated psychiatric comorbidities.
About Lipocine
Lipocine is biopharmaceutical company leveraging its commercially validated proprietary technology to develop innovative products to treat metabolic and CNS disorders with high unmet medical need. Our candidates target diseases with potential for orphan drug designation, comprise endogenous actives for favorable benefit to risk profile, and represent enablement of patient friendly oral delivery options. Lipocine's clinical development pipeline includes: LPCN 1148, LPCN 1144, LPCN 1111, LPCN 1107 and oral neuroactive steroids including LPCN 1154 and LPCN 2101. TLANDO, a novel oral prodrug of testosterone containing testosterone undecanoate, is approved by the FDA for conditions associated with a deficiency of endogenous testosterone, also known as hypogonadism, in adult males. LPCN 1148 is an oral prodrug of bioidentical testosterone targeted for the management of symptoms associated with liver cirrhosis. LPCN 1144, an oral prodrug of bioidentical testosterone, recently completed a Phase 2 clinical study demonstrating potential utility in the treatment of non-cirrhotic NASH. LPCN 1111, a novel oral prodrug of testosterone, originated and is being developed by Lipocine as a next-generation oral testosterone product with potential for once-daily dosing. In a phase 2 clinical evaluation when administered as once or twice daily, LPCN 1111 met primary and secondary endpoints. LPCN 1107 is potentially the first oral hydroxyprogesterone caproate product candidate indicated for the prevention of recurrent preterm birth and has been granted orphan drug designation by the FDA. Neuroactive steroids are currently being evaluated including LPCN 1154 for the potential treatment of postpartum depression and LPCN 2101 for the potential treatment of epilepsy. For more information, please visit www.lipocine.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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REAL SIMPLE to Host Its First-Ever Consumer Weekend Experience Featuring Exclusive Access to the REAL SIMPLE HOME and Special Events Throughout the Surrounding Beach Community
NEW YORK, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dotdash Meredith's REAL SIMPLE today announces that it will debut the brand's fifth annual REAL SIMPLE HOME in the Rosemary Beach Community in Inlet Beach, Florida, this fall. To correspond with the home, REAL SIMPLE has created the Time for You Weekend, its first-ever immersive consumer experience to be held in the Rosemary Beach Community September 15–18, featuring an itinerary of events, including special access to the REAL SIMPLE HOME. The 2022 REAL SIMPLE HOME will be unveiled in the October issue, available September 16. Tickets for the inaugural Time for You Weekend are now available at realsimpleweekend.com.
"In our current world, unwinding is more important than ever! The sunny, gorgeous Rosemary Beach Community in Inlet Beach, Florida, is the perfect spot for our fifth annual REAL SIMPLE HOME. Our coastal home will be packed with color and pattern, easy DIY decor and, of course, plenty of organization tips you can use to make your own space beautiful and functional. We're also excited to welcome passionate brand enthusiasts to the area with our first-ever Time for You Weekend, giving them some time to unwind with an exclusive look inside the new REAL SIMPLE HOME," said Lauren Iannotti, REAL SIMPLE Editor in Chief.
For the first time, REAL SIMPLE is bringing its popular REAL SIMPLE HOME to a coastal setting. The Rosemary Beach Community in Inlet Beach, Florida, is a scenic Gulf Coast community offering pristine beaches, a charming Town Center, and uniquely designed homes that celebrate the intersection of indoor and outdoor living. This year's overall design will pay homage to its locale with an elevated coastal theme flowing throughout each room, including unique features, such as a multi-function loft, outdoor porch, and summer kitchen. Leading up to the full reveal in September, REAL SIMPLE will document the renovation process from mood boards to final touches across several issues of the magazine, on RealSimple.com, Instagram, and TikTok.
To curate the home, REAL SIMPLE has teamed up with a roster of esteemed interior designers and tastemakers. The team includes: Clara Jung, Banner Day Interiors; Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, The Home Edit; Dabito, Old Brand New; Erin Wheeler, Sunny Circle Studio; Gina Gutierrez, Gina Rachelle Design; Kelly Finley, Joy Street Design; Erica Finamore, REAL SIMPLE Home Director; Katie Holdefehr, RealSimple.com Senior Editor; and Leslie Corona, REAL SIMPLE Senior Home Editor. REAL SIMPLE HOME sponsors include American Standard® Heating and Air Conditioning, Bio-Oil® Skincare, CURÉL® Ultra Healing® Lotion, Elkay®, Minted, and Valspar®.
The Time for You Weekend event offers attendees the opportunity to relax, rest, and get inspired through curated, REAL SIMPLE-branded experiences. Events include tours of the 2022 REAL SIMPLE HOME, panel discussions hosted by REAL SIMPLE editors, walking tours of the Rosemary Beach Community, morning yoga, guided bike tours, welcome cocktail reception, and other experiences. Accommodations are now available for booking through the Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company at RosemaryBeach.com. Sponsors of the Time for You Weekend include Evereve, NOW Foods, and Pure Leaf ® Iced Tea.
Get a first look at the inspiration behind the 2022 REAL SIMPLE HOME at RealSimple.com/rshome22. To purchase tickets for the Time for You Weekend, visit realsimpleweekend.com.
REAL SIMPLE provides practical and useful solutions for simplifying every aspect of a modern woman's busy life. By tightly curating the best advice, products and services to make decisions simple, REAL SIMPLE delivers a judgment-free guide for life, leaving her lighter, more accomplished, and in control. As the number one women's lifestyle magazine at newsstand and on Apple News+, REAL SIMPLE reaches an audience of 22 million every month through print, digital, podcasts, licensed products, brand experiences, and more. REAL SIMPLE is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.
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The brand's third flagship restaurant in the country opens May 29 and offers a distinct dining experience
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- P.F. Chang's announced the May 29 opening of its Atlantic City, New Jersey, location as an upgraded flagship restaurant today. After three months of extensive renovations, the long-established Atlantic City location reopens as P.F. Chang's first flagship restaurant on the east coast – and third in the country.
P.F. Chang's newest flagship restaurant at 2801 N. Pacific Ave. Unit 101, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, originally opened in 2004. The 6,137-square-foot restaurant, which spans two floors and seats 186 guests, underwent an extensive renovation, resulting in significant upgrades to design, décor and ambiance.
"P.F. Chang's prides itself in offering an immersive Asian dining experience, and our new flagship restaurant in Atlantic City does that at the highest level," said Art Kilmer, chief operating officer for P.F. Chang's. "We have served this community since 2004 and believe the transformation into a distinct P.F. Chang's flagship restaurant will continue to provide customers with unforgettable experiences for years to come."
Standing tall in the middle of P.F. Chang's upgraded dining room is a cherry tree measuring 13 feet high. Four large, hand-painted murals also grace the new space and include a ceiling mural in the upstairs bar, as well as a staircase mural with glowing, neon characters that read "Atlantic City New Jersey" in Mandarin. Other design elements unique to the Atlantic City flagship location include dragon door handles leading into the bathrooms, where guests will find custom, mosaic tile murals.
When it comes to the menu, the new location will feature P.F. Chang's most popular, made-from-scratch dishes like Chang's Spicy Chicken, Mongolian Beef and Chang's Lettuce Wraps, as well as Wagyu Steak – a unique offering exclusive to P.F. Chang's flagship locations. As a brand rooted in Asian tradition, wok cooking is a distinct part of P.F. Chang's food preparation that elevates its menu by adding layers of flavor to signature items. A wide selection of handcrafted cocktails and traditional Japanese saké offered warm, chilled or infused further enhance the dining experience.
P.F. Chang's Atlantic City flagship location opens to the public on Sunday, May 29, at 4 p.m. for dinner service. Limited operating hours of 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. continue through Thursday, June 2. Effective Friday, June 3, P.F. Chang's will open at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and begin regular operating hours as follows: Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 12 a.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
P.F. Chang's new Atlantic City flagship location joins two other flagship restaurants in Honolulu and Las Vegas, and a fourth P.F. Chang's flagship location is anticipated to open in New York City's Union Square later this year. The new flagship restaurants are part of an exciting brand refresh across the United States. All existing P.F. Chang's are scheduled for updates by the end of 2022, including new music, lighting, décor, uniforms and menu presentation. Additionally, P.F. Chang's continues to expand its fast-casual concept, P.F. Chang's To Go, with eight more locations slated to join the 13 existing To Go locations this year.
P.F. Chang's New Jersey flagship location brings approximately 70 new jobs to Atlantic City with opportunities in both culinary and hospitality fields. Qualified job candidates interested in a career with P.F. Chang's may apply at jobs.pfchangs.com.
About P.F. Chang's
Founded in 1993 by Philip Chiang and Paul Fleming, P.F. Chang's is the first internationally recognized multi-unit Asian culinary brand to honor and celebrate the 2,000-year-old tradition of wok cooking as the center of the guest experience. With roots in Chinese cuisine, today's menu at P.F. Chang's spans across all of Asia, honoring cultures and recipes from Japan, Korea, Thailand, and beyond. Each item offers a unique exploration of flavor, whether it's a handcrafted cocktail, wok-fired lunch bowl, or celebratory multi-course dinner. Worldwide, P.F. Chang's has more than 300 restaurants in 22 countries and U.S. airport locations, including a growing number of convenient P.F. Chang's To Go locations offering takeout and delivery. For more P.F. Chang's news, visit pfchangs.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @pfchangs.
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif., May 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Onewheel announced today the next several stops on a large-scale demo tour, including its first international event. The tour includes events in Los Angeles, Austin, New York, Miami, Seattle, Paris, and San Francisco. At each event, the new Onewheel GT and Pint X boards will be available for a test ride free of charge for anyone ages 14 and older. Onewheel is one of the most rapidly growing boardsports and e-mobility options and has seen an explosion in popularity in recent years.
"We've seen crazy growth in Onewheel all over the US and Europe, and we're excited to connect with those communities and get more people riding this summer," said Chief Evangelist, Jack Mudd. "There's so much interest and curiosity around the brand and the product. Most people have seen Onewheels zooming around their towns but never had a chance to try the board. We're really looking forward to activating in some of the most iconic cities around the world to share this epic experience."
Onewheel Demo events will feature some of the best Onewheel riders in the world leading clinics, games, giveaways, and free instructional lessons. The events are free and open to the public. Onewheel instructors will be on hand to teach people of all skill and experience levels to ride safely.
"We're seeing surging popularity of e-mobility in cities and in outdoor recreational sports," Says Mudd. "Onewheel fits squarely between both trends. People are realizing this is the best way to get around your city and also an amazing ride for exploring local trails on the weekends. It doesn't matter where you live, Onewheels mean more time outside, out of your car, off your screen, and ultimately make life better."
Event Locations:
SANTA MONICA, CA — April 9-10
AUSTIN, TX — May 28-29
NEW YORK, NY — June 18
MIAMI, FL — July 16-17
SEATTLE, WA — September 17-18
PARIS, FRANCE — October 8-9
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — December 8-11
For more information on the Onewheel Demo event at the Austin Fair Market and to RSVP, visit the event page here.
About Future Motion, Inc
Founded in 2013, Future Motion is committed to designing and developing inspiring vehicles that include both elegant form and unprecedented function. Future Motion's products, Onewheel Pint, Pint X, and GT, exemplify its dedication to crafting products that bridge recreation and transportation. Future Motion designs not only the Onewheel product line but also all the subsystems that power it, including custom brushless motors, power electronics, and battery modules. Onewheel, which provides a riding experience similar to surfing but on paved or unpaved trails, is perfectly situated in Santa Cruz, where the mountains meet the sea. Its products are protected by over 89 issued patents in the US and worldwide.
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Garin Fons – garin@igtstudio.com
Andrew Meehan - andrewm@igtstudio.com
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Asia stocks mixed after Wall St gain, Powell warns on rates
By JOE McDONALD
AP Business Writer
BEIJING (AP) — Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday after Wall Street rose and the Federal Reserve chairman said it will raise interest rates further if needed to cool inflation.
Shanghai and Hong Kong declined. Tokyo and Seoul advanced. Oil prices rose to stay above $110 per barrel.
On Wall Street, the benchmark S&P 500 index rose by an unusually wide daily margin of 2% after positive U.S. retail sales data helped to offset concern about inflation.
The Fed will “have to consider moving more aggressively” if inflation that is running at a four-decade high fails to ease after earlier rate hikes, chair Jerome Powell said at a Wall Street Journal conference.
Expectations of rate hikes “ticked higher” due to Powell’s comments, but “markets are shrugging it off and are in need of a breather” after a sell-off, Yeap Jun Rong of IG said in a report.
The Shanghai Composite Index lost 0.4% to 3,082.12 and the Hang Seng in Hong Kong sank 0.6% to 20,471.54.
The Nikkei 225 in Tokyo gained 0.6% to 26,824.46 after the government reported economic output shrank 0.2% in the first three months of 2022. That was stronger than expectations.
The Kospi in Seoul gained 0.2% to 2,624.64 and Sydney’s S&P-ASX 200 advanced 0.9% to 7,187.10.
India’s Sensex opened up 0.5% at 54,590.12. Bangkok declined while New Zealand and other Southeast Asian markets rose.
On Wall Street, the S&P 500 advanced to 4,088.85. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.3% to 32,654.59. The Nasdaq gained 2.8% to 11,984.52.
Big tech stocks led the rally. Apple and Microsoft were among the biggest winners.
Small-company stocks rose more than the rest of the market, a signal that investors are feeling bullish about the economy. Treasury yields rose.
Investors welcomed a Commerce Department report that showed retail sales rose 0.9% in April.
Consumers are providing critical support to the economy despite higher costs for gas, food and rent. The economy contracted in the first three months of the year, but consumer and business spending still increased at a healthy pace.
The Fed and other central banks are raising interest rates that have been near zero during the coronavirus pandemic or say they plan to in order to cool inflation. Supply chain problems have prompted businesses to raise prices on everything from food to clothing as demand rebounds after the pandemic.
Oil and gas prices have been pushed up by Russia’s war on Ukraine, which fueled fears Russian supplies might be disrupted.
In energy markets, benchmark U.S. crude rose 66 cents to $113.05 in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The contract fell $1.80 on Tuesday to $112.40. Brent crude, the price basis for international oil trading, added 17 cents to $112.10 per barrel in London. It lost $2.31 the previous session to $111.93.
The dollar declined to 129.11 yen from Tuesday’s 129.42 yen. The euro sank to $1.0536 from $1.0543. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/17/asia-stocks-mixed-after-wall-st-gain-powell-warns-on-rates/ | 2022-05-18T08:48:52Z |
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ken Blanchard Companies®, a global leader in management training, consulting, and coaching, released the results of its 2022 Manager Challenges Survey. Its purpose was to gain real-time insight into the lives of today's working managers, given the heightened pace of change, the broad impacts of COVID, and the shift of power from employers to employees.
This is Blanchard's first year conducting the survey. Polling was carried out via email during May and June 2022. More than 800 managers participated from around the world and from all levels within organizations. Participants represented the experiences of frontline and middle managers, together with senior managers, directors, and executive managers.
The Blanchard survey included both structured and unstructured questions. Over 70,000 data points were included in the analysis.
Jay Campbell, Chief Product Officer with The Ken Blanchard Companies, analyzed the responses and shared three key themes in an August webinar debuting the results.
Theme #1: Managers are suffering from fragmentation. The majority of manager respondents say they have too many priorities to focus on, are spread across too many projects, have too many goals, and are unclear on priorities. As a result, managers find themselves being pulled in multiple directions with 62% of managers feeling this simultaneous squeeze and stretch.
Theme #2: Managers are overworked. Respondents reported working an average of 48.5 hours per week. But that didn't mean managers were getting all their work done. When asked, "How long would it take to complete your work?" managers estimated it would require 62.5 hours weekly. Not surprisingly, two out of three managers have experienced burnout in the last 12 months.
Theme #3: Managers give themselves a mixed grade on effectiveness. On a scale of 1 to 10, managers rate their overall effectiveness at 7.55. Effectiveness scores were gathered on 15 additional dimensions with ratings ranging from a high of 7.9 on listening skills to a low of 5.4 out of 10 for recruiting skills. This showed many areas where managers rated their effectiveness as surprisingly low, including important areas like encouraging innovation, dealing with conflict, and tracking progress against goals.
"Today's managers are carrying a heavy load. They feel overburdened with responsibilities, overworked, and do not feel very effective in their roles. They are squeezed between their responsibilities to achieve organizational goals, support their direct reports, and pursue their own goals. It's a high-pressure vortex of work and stress for many managers," said Campbell.
He went on to say, "Organizations can help by honoring their requests for more time to complete their tasks and mentor their people, along with additional budget for hiring and upskilling staff. If that's not possible, protect them from being overly fragmented by providing more vision and clarity to help them manage and prioritize."
The Ken Blanchard Companies is a global leader in management training, consulting, and coaching. For more than 40 years, Blanchard has been helping organizations develop inspired leaders at all levels and create cultures of connection that unleash talent and deliver extraordinary results. Blanchard's SLII® powers inspired leaders and is the leadership model of choice for more than 10,000 organizations worldwide. Blanchard also offers a suite of other award-winning leadership development solutions through flexible delivery modalities to meet the specific needs of its clients. Learn more at www.kenblanchard.com.
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Judge rules opposition research firm for Hillary Clinton must turn over emails to special counsel Durham
By Marshall Cohen
A judge ruled Thursday that Fusion GPS, the opposition research firm hired to dig up dirt about Donald Trump’s ties to Russia for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign, must turn over 22 internal emails to special counsel John Durham, who is investigating the FBI’s Russia probe.
Fusion, the Clinton campaign and its law firm Perkins Coie say the emails don’t show any wrongdoing, but they have fought in court to prevent Durham from obtaining them. Durham’s team subpoenaed the emails as part of their investigation of Clinton campaign lawyer Michael Sussmann, who was charged with lying to the FBI and goes to trial next week.
Sussmann has pleaded not guilty.
The emails that will be turned over to prosecutors are largely among Fusion employees and pertain to their efforts to plant news coverage about Trump’s supposed ties to Russia. They are part of a batch of 38 emails that were subpoenaed last year.
While Durham will get the 22 emails, the judge blocked prosecutors from getting the 16 related emails, finding that they were shielded under attorney-client protections. Clinton’s lawyers had hired Fusion to help with some legal work.
Durham is still investigating the origins of the Russia probe and how Clinton allies peddled information that purportedly connected Trump to Russia. The Sussmann case revolves around his meeting with a top FBI official several weeks before the 2016 election when he passed along a tip about strange cyber links between Trump and a Russian bank.
“Fusion did more in connection with the Alfa Bank allegations than simply provide information and analysis to (Clinton campaign lawyer Marc) Elias so that he could better advise the Campaign on defamation risk,” federal Judge Christopher Cooper wrote in a ruling, explaining that the emails went beyond typical attorney-client work.
“It is clear that Fusion employees also interacted with the press as part of an affirmative media relations effort by the Clinton Campaign. That effort included pitching certain stories, providing information on background, and answering reporters’ questions,” Cooper wrote.
Cooper also ruled that prosecutors can’t bring up the new emails at Sussmann’s upcoming trial because they waited too long to access the material and it would “prejudice (his) defense.” At a court hearing last week, prosecutors said emails could help their ongoing investigation.
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WATCH PARTY — On this edition of Watch Party, J-Kruz is changing things up and talking to Texas filmmaker Charlie Clark.
Clark is the writer, producer and star of the new film Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone. The film was shot entirely in Texas and stars Hollywood legend, Danny Trejo.
The film is about a car salesman who moonlights as a masked Lucha libre wrestler Green Ghost and soon realizes that he has superhero powers.
Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone is showing exclusively in Texas theaters. To learn more about the film, visit IMDb.com. | https://cw33.com/lifestyle/inside-dfw/watch-party-j-kruz-has-sit-down-chat-with-texas-filmmaker-charlie-clark/ | 2022-05-18T15:19:11Z |
A Pennsylvania 911 operator faces a rare charge of involuntary manslaughter for failing to send an ambulance to the rural home of a woman who died of internal bleeding a day later, despite a plea from the woman’s daughter that without medical help “she’s going to die.”
A Greene County detective last week filed charges against Leon “Lee” Price, 50, of Waynesburg, in the July 2020 death of Diania Kronk, 54, based on Price’s reluctance to dispatch help without getting more assurance that Kronk would actually go to the hospital.
“I believe she would be alive today if they would have sent an ambulance,” said Kronk’s daughter Kelly Titchenell, 38.
Price, who also was charged with reckless endangerment, official oppression and obstruction, questioned Titchenell repeatedly during the four-minute call about whether Kronk would agree to be taken for treatment.
Price was arraigned June 29 and released on bail. He did not reply to messages left at a home number listed in his name, and officials said a defense lawyer has not contacted district court.
“It has to be very clear throughout the entire state, that when you call it’s not going to be conditioned on somebody on the other end of the phone saying there’s going to be a service provided or not,” said Lawrence E. Bolind Jr., who represents Titchenell in a federal lawsuit filed last month. “What we’re trying to do here is make this never happen to somebody else.”
In the 911 recording, an operator identified by police as Price replied to Titchenell’s description of her mother as needing hospital treatment by asking if she was “willing to go” to the hospital about a half-hour away from where she was living in Sycamore.
“She will be, ’cause I’m on my way there, so she’s going, or she’s going to die,” Titchenell told Price as she drove from her home in Mather.
Price said he would send an ambulance but then added that “we really need to make sure she’s willing to go.”
“She’s going to go, she’s going to go,” Titchenell said. “Cause if not, she’s going to die, there’s nothing else.” She said that Kronk was not thinking clearly and that she was her mother’s closest relation. When Price again asked if Kronk would in fact go, Titchenell replied: “OK, well, can we just try?”
After Titchenell told Price she was about 10 minutes from her mother’s home, Price asked if Titchenell would call 911 back once she made sure Kronk was willing to go in an ambulance.
“I’m sorry,” Titchenell said, and Price replied: “No, don’t be sorry, ma’am. Just call me when you get out there, OK?”
When Titchenell and her three children arrived at the house, she said, Kronk was nude on the front porch and talking incoherently. She got her mother to put on a robe.
“She just kept saying she was OK, she’s fine,” Titchenell said. “She’s the mom, you know — she doesn’t listen to her children.”
Titchenell said she could not call from the home because her mother’s landline could not be located and there was not cell service. She also did not call on her way home, believing that her uncle would soon check on her and that another contact with 911 would be pointless.
“This is unheard of, to me. I mean, they’ll send an ambulance for anything,” Titchenell said. “And here I am telling this guy that my mom’s going to die. It’s, like, her death, and she doesn’t get an ambulance.”
Her brother found the next day that their mother had died.
The prosecutor, Greene County District Attorney Dave Russo, said he is also investigating whether there was any policy or training under which the county’s 911 dispatchers were allowed to refuse services to callers.
“We all deserve equal protections, and we all deserve access to medical services,” Russo said in an interview. “I have a major concern as to the safety of the community in regards to this.”
John Kelly, a Naperville, Illinois, lawyer who is general counsel to the National Emergency Number Association, said criminal charges against dispatchers for failing to send help are very rare but have happened.
In a case Kelly teaches in dispatcher training, a 911 operator in Detroit received a year of probation in 2008 and lost her job after, authorities said, she did not take seriously a boy’s calls to report his mother had collapsed. The 5-year-old boy testified that the dispatcher accused him of playing games and hung up on him, while the dispatcher testified that she could not hear the child.
Titchenell, on behalf of her mother’s estate, sued Price and Greene County in Pittsburgh federal court last month, along with two 911 supervisors. The lawsuit accuses Price of “callous refusal of public emergency medical services.”
Marie Milie Jones, a lawyer for the county and 911 supervisors in the federal case, said her clients plan to vigorously defend the lawsuit and do not believe they are liable for Kronk’s death. She said there are “personnel matters that are ongoing” regarding Price but declined to elaborate.
“It’s unfortunate that this woman had died. Certainly, from a personal standpoint, that’s very difficult,” Jones said. “I’m not going to comment on the details of her circumstances.”
Titchenell told Price that her mother had been drinking heavily for some weeks before she died, and that Titchenell had noticed she was losing weight and was “turning yellow.” She said the autopsy concluded Kronk, who worked in home health care, died of internal bleeding.
She said she thinks about her late mother every day — how the former longtime sub shop manager loved to cook, to help people and to spoil her five grandchildren, how she would pile a mountain of presents under the tree every Christmas.
“She had the biggest heart,” Titchenell said. “If someone didn’t have a place to live, she was going to take them in, give them a bed. That was Mom.” | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/dispatcher-who-didnt-send-ambulance-charged-in-2020-death/ | 2022-07-09T01:35:03Z |
LAFC outlasts two lengthy weather delays to beat Crew 2-0
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Carlos Vela and Jose Cifuentes scored second-half goals and Los Angeles FC outlasted two lengthy weather delays to beat the Columbus Crew 2-0. The two teams waited out a 2-hour, 55-minute delay to begin the match, played for four minutes and then sat for a 70-minute delay before playing a scoreless first half. Vela’s sixth goal of the season came in the 62nd minute to put LAFC (8-3-2) up 1-0. Cifuentes added an insurance goal in the 73rd minute. Yaw Yeboah had two goals waved off for offside penalties for Columbus (3-5-4) in the second half. The second disallowed score required a video review and came three minutes after Vela scored. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/21/lafc-outlasts-two-lengthy-weather-delays-to-beat-crew-2-0/ | 2022-05-22T05:50:26Z |
ROCKVILLE, Md., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease (NIAID) awarded a $6.9 million grant to researchers at the Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (IBBR) to design a vaccine to combat the virus that causes Hepatitis C, an illness that affects an estimated 71 million people worldwide. Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) puts people at heightened risk for severe liver disease, including fibrosis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer). Although treatments are available, an HCV vaccine currently does not exist to help prevent infections and reduce the global burden of the disease.
This 5-year award will support a multi-disciplinary research team based at IBBR, a joint research enterprise between the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP), the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) dedicated to transformative discoveries in the field of bioscience and biotechnology. The researchers aim to design a vaccine to induce broadly neutralizing antibodies and long-term memory T cell responses that will help prevent HCV infection. This recent award is a follow-on to a $6 million grant awarded to the IBBR research team in 2017 based on their significant progress in the field.
"The vaccine development team that was assembled at IBBR to take on this challenge has done a fantastic job over the past six years in moving this groundbreaking research program forward," said Thomas Fuerst, program director, IBBR Fellow and Professor of Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics at UMCP. "This new grant allows us to keep building upon that success and to hopefully realize our ultimate goal of making a vaccine against HCV available to the public."
"IBBR's mission is to harness the latest developments in science and engineering to provide solutions to complex medical and public health needs around the world," said Jennifer King Rice, Senior Vice President and Provost at UMCP. "This project is a wonderful example of the exciting and transformative research that is possible when we combine the world-leading expertise of faculty from both the College Park and Baltimore campuses."
The vaccine development team includes IBBR researchers from the Department of Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics at UMCP, the School of Medicine at UMB, as well Princeton University. In addition to Thomas Fuerst, principal investigators include Brian Pierce, IBBR Fellow and Assistant Professor at UMCP; Roy Mariuzza, IBBR Fellow and Professor at UMCP; Gilad Ofek, IBBR Fellow and Assistant Professor at UMCP; Alexander Andrianov, IBBR Fellow and Research Professor; Nevil Singh, Assistant Professor, University of Maryland School of Medicine Department of Microbiology and Immunology; and Alexander Ploss, Associate Professor of Molecular Biology at Princeton University. Eric Toth, IBBR Fellow and Assistant Research Professor also serves as a co-Investigator and Yunus Abdul, IBBR Research Scientist will assist with animal studies.
IBBR is a joint research enterprise of the University of Maryland, College Park, the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). IBBR brings together critical elements necessary to inspire transformative discoveries in the field of bioscience and biotechnology and provides innovative solutions to major scientific and engineering challenges important to society. IBBR researchers seek to advance the fields of biomedical research, therapeutic development, biomedical manufacturing, and state-of-the-art measurement technologies, to support accelerated delivery of safe and effective medicines to the public. IBBR is financially supported in part by the University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State, an initiative designed to achieve innovation and impact through collaboration.
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– This Year Includes Cultural Leaders Coi Leray, Gucci Mane, Iddris Sandu, Tamika D. Mallory, Big Freedia, Pretty Vee, Fly Guy DC, 19 Keys, DJ Drama, Tezlyn Figaro, Tariq Nasheed, Bimma Williams, LaRussell, and more–
The Summit will feature exclusive live viewings of REVOLT's leading programs, including Assets Over Liabilities, Big Facts, Drink Champs, and more
The two-day immersive experience will also include interactive keynotes, panel conversations, performances, and town hall discussions led by prominent future-makers
This year's Summit will also feature the Be Heard Finale, AT&T Office Hours, Pitch Competition, and the annual Career Fair
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sean "Diddy" Combs announced "The Future is Now" theme for this year's REVOLT Summit x AT&T returning to Atlanta, Ga., on September 24-25, 2022. Featuring an all-star lineup, the Summit will include panels, keynotes, and conversations from Coi Leray, Gucci Mane, Iddris Sandu, Tamika D. Mallory, Big Freedia, Pretty Vee, Fly Guy DC, 19 Keys, DJ Drama, Tezlyn Figaro, Tariq Nasheed, Bimma Williams, LaRussell, and more. This year's immersive two-day event will focus on exploring the future of Hip Hop and culture across categories while empowering the next generation of rising future-makers.
Led by Chairman Sean "Diddy" Combs and REVOLT, in collaboration with AT&T*, the Summit offers attendees access to opportunity in real-time, with an unparalleled experience that celebrates the global power and influence of Hip Hop. Offering a fully immersive experience, this year's Summit will feature exclusive live viewings of REVOLT'S hit series, including Assets Over Liabilities with Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings, Big Facts, Drink Champs, the Rap Radar podcast, and more.
"The REVOLT Summit is coming back bigger and better than ever with the goal of inspiring the next generation of cultural leaders to understand that the time is now to achieve your dreams, change your life, and more importantly change the world," said Sean "Diddy" Combs, Chairman of REVOLT. "The future is happening in real-time, so we all have a responsibility to share the access, information, and opportunities that will move the culture forward and the REVOLT Summit is where it all starts."
This year's Summit will introduce a new format, featuring a lineup of interactive keynotes, panel conversations, live performances, and town hall discussions with the most prominent voices shaping the future. The Summit will also provide access to life-changing networking opportunities, valuable information and mentorship through the AT&T Office Hours, Career Fair, Pitch Competition, and the annual Be Heard Finale.
"Our mission at REVOLT is to provide a platform for the artists, creators and cultural leaders shaping the future of Hip Hop across categories and this year's Summit is anchored in bringing this vision to life," said Detavio Samuels, CEO of REVOLT. "Atlanta represents the epicenter of Hip Hop culture today, so we're excited to return with a new slate of programming, marquee talent, and live experiences that explore what's next, while highlighting how both REVOLT and Hip Hop continue evolving."
Thriving at the intersection of culture and education, the Summit unites the biggest artists, innovators, activists and industry leaders to explore the future of Hip Hop, culture, community, commerce, connectivity and the future of REVOLT. Maintaining an unwavering commitment to the local community, the Summit will once again take place at 787 Windsor, a 3.5-acre urban art studio and outdoor open area campus owned by Sharod Simpson, founder and CEO of street meets faith brand, God Is Dope.
"The future is now, and we believe there's nothing more powerful than connection to drive the evolution," said Michelle Jordan, Chief Diversity Officer, AT&T. "AT&T's presence at the Summit gives us a chance to learn from influential Black leaders, while offering experiences that can empower and drive real impact."
The REVOLT Summit x AT&T will provide attendees with the ultimate experience through can't-miss performances, educational keynotes, panels, interactive workshops and more such as:
ASSETS OVER LIABILITIES
Join powerhouses Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings (of Earn Your Leisure) for an exciting conversation on financial literacy as they're granted exclusive access into the personal lives and businesses of celebrity guests to answer a critical question: are they working with assets… or liabilities?
THE FUTURE OF CULTURE
This session will include an insightful keynote by Iddris Sandu, in addition to a panel conversation moderated by Bimma Williams, founder of Claima, who will be joined by Ms. Basketball and more to explore the future of content, collaboration, creativity and convergence.
THE FUTURE OF COMMUNITY
This session will include a keynote from prominent activist and community leader Tamika D. Mallory, exploring the future of social justice, equity, and our collective fight for freedom.
THE FUTURE OF COMMERCE
This session will include a keynote from John Petty III, Executive Creative Director at Weiden + Kennedy and AdAge Creative of the Year, exploring the future relationship between brands, creators and the changing economy.
THE FUTURE OF CONNECTIVITY
The future is now, and technology is changing. This panel explores the future of connectivity as it relates to 5G social media, networking, live streaming, and more.
DEAR AMERICA, RUN MY CHECK
With nearly 85% of Black Americans believing that there should be some form of compensation delivered to the descendants of the American enslavement, Tariq Nasheed and REVOLT Black News Weekly hosts moderate a solution-oriented discussion about our payback for building this country for free.
BE HEARD COMPETITION
REVOLT's Signature event, BE HEARD, a talent competition aimed at giving everyone a shot at BEING HEARD, will kick off with a special HBCU Open Call for current attendees of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) in Atlanta. Two winners from the Open Call will go on to compete at the BE HEARD finals on September 25th at the Summit for a panel of judges including DJ Drama, Tek and others for the chance to win $10,000.
AT&T OFFICE HOURS
Back by popular demand, the Summit will provide direct access to some of the most successful and inspiring leaders of our time with AT&T Office Hours: 10-minute one-on-one mentoring sessions that Summit attendees can sign up for at no cost with top leaders of today. Interested attendees can register via the REVOLT Summit app.
Two-day early bird tickets are now available for purchase for $99 with Insider tickets available for $249. For more information about this year's programming and to purchase tickets for admission, please visitwww.revoltsummit.com and download the REVOLT app.
The 2022 REVOLT Summit x AT&T is curated by entertainment and brand experience company, Superfly. Join and follow the social conversation on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube via @ATT, @REVOLT, @REVOLTSummit and #REVOLTSummitxATT.
ABOUT REVOLT TV
REVOLT is the leading Black-owned and operated multimedia platform servicing content 24/7 across digital, linear and live media channels. The platform produces rich content and original material with the biggest names in Hip-Hop, along with reports of breaking news, current events, trends and announcements within the Black cultural movement and Hip-Hop world. REVOLT takes pride in its diversity, both in its mindset and its company makeup, further instilling its dedication to culture within its staff and audiences. Founded by Sean "Diddy" Combs in 2013, REVOLT attracts more than 50 million millennials and Gen Z audiences through its disruptive, authentic material across all platforms. In 2021, REVOLT launched a brand new digital mobile app where users can view extended releases, live updates from relevant news, exclusive specials and much more.
For more information on REVOLT's digital content, please visit https://www.revolt.tv/ and visit https://revolt.tv/listings for local broadcast listings.
*About AT&T
We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors connect in meaningful ways every day. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), please visit us at about.att.com. Investors can learn more at investors.att.com.
About Superfly
Superfly is an entertainment and brand experience company obsessed with activating and amplifying communities around common passions and unforgettable moments. Superfly's expertise is building cultural experiences with a distinct identity such as the iconic Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, The FRIENDS Experience, BravoCon, and REVOLT Music Summit, that are equally desired by brands and destinations for fans. Superfly delivers brand experiences for clients including Citi, Intel, NBCUniversal, Verizon Media, and CLEAR by blending strategy, insights, creativity, technology, and flawless execution.
Working across sports, music and entertainment, Superfly has been named Global Experiential Agency of the Year by The Drum, and their experiences have been honored by Event Marketer, BizBash, Campaign, and Digiday. Superfly is headquartered in New York. Learn more at http://superf.ly, and follow on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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NEW ORLEANS, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until July 22, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against CareDx, Inc. ("CareDx" or the "Company") (NASDAQGM: CDNA), if they purchased the Company's shares between February 24, 2021 and May 5, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
CareDx investors should visit us at https://claimsfiler.com/cases/nasdaq-cdna/ or call toll-free (844) 367-9658. Lawyers at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC are available to discuss your legal options.
CareDx and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On October 28, 2021, the Company disclosed that it was the subject of at least three government investigations related to its "accounting and public reporting practices," including the recent receipt of a civil investigative demand ("CID") from the U.S. Department of Justice ("DOJ") requesting the Company produce documents in connection with the DOJ's False Claims Act investigation. On this news, shares of CareDx fell 27%, from a closing price of $70.34 per share on October 28, 2021, to a closing price of $51.00 per share on October 29, 2021.
Then, on May 5, 2022, post-market, the Company announced its 1Q2022 results, disclosing testing service revenue that fell well short of analysts' expectations and another decline in average sales price for testing in which the Company's average price declined by approximately 4.9% versus the last quarter of 2021. On this news, shares of CareDx fell another 18.5%, from a closing price of $31.66 per share on May 5, 2022, to a closing price of $25.87 per share on May 6, 2022.
The case is Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union #295 Pension Fund v. CareDx, Inc., et al., No. 3:22-cv-03023.
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ALBANY – Last week Seminole County was high, this week it’s low. This week southwest Georgia counties in the high range in the CDC’s COVID-19 rating system included Colquitt, Grady, Mitchell, Terrell and Thomas.
Those shifting numbers are part of the current trend as COVID cases have been increasing throughout the region in recent weeks.
The system used by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention monitor counties on three criteria: number of new cases, hospitalizations and a hospital census of the number of available hospital beds, Dr. Charles Ruis, director of the Southwest Public Health District, said.
On Friday, there were 36 patients hospitalized in the Phoebe Putney Health System, 29 of them in Albany, six in Americus and one in Sylvester.
“Those numbers vary a lot, depending on your county,” Ruis said.
In Georgia, the BA.4 and BA.5 variants of COVID make up 64 percent of cases. Those newer variants are of slight concern because they are more resistant to available vaccines but do not seem to make individuals sicker than the other variants.
“It’s the nature of viruses to change over time,” Ruis said. “We don’t know how effective the vaccines are against these two, but we believe they are less effective.”
Still, there is evidence the vaccines help reduce infections and keep those sickened from getting severely ill and out of hospitals.
Four or five nursing homes in the region have seen a number of residents test positive for COVID, but for the most part they are not ending up in the hospital.
“In 2020, when COVID made its way into nursing homes, you could almost predict within a few days there would be people in hospitals, some of them on ventilators, and then you would see deaths,” Ruis said. “In a lot of cases those patients do not exhibit symptoms. We’ve had others with mild symptoms.
“That’s more evidence that vaccinations will save lives. In some cases it will prevent infection.”
While the number of new infections has been trending upward, it is not a sharp rise, and patients who are hospitalized often recover quickly. There were 10 patients hospitalized at Colquitt Regional Medical Center in Moultrie last week, but that number dropped to four this week.
Dougherty County was in the medium category for transmission this week, with a rate of transmission of 373 new cases per 100,000 in population. That number is 4.6% higher than the previous week, Ruis siad.
That does not include the number of people who are testing at home.
While the advice that health professionals have been prescribing since the appearance of the virus is old hat at this point, it remains the best way to help prevent the spread of the disease to others, including people who have underlying health conditions that could make them more susceptible to severe illness and death.
Best practices include social distancing, masking indoors in public places, and frequent and thorough hand washing or sanitizing.
Individuals who have been exposed to someone with COVID should quarantine, that is stay away from others for a period of five to 10 days, Ruis said. Isolation is recommended for those who have tested positive or have symptoms.
Those who have a positive home test can call (229) 638-6264 for advice on what steps to take next.
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Patrick Schwing to oversee brand experience
ATHENS, Ga., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zaxby's, the premium quick-service restaurant brand founded in Athens, announced today that Patrick Schwing has been named chief marketing & strategy officer. He joins Zaxby's from Inspire Brands, where he has served as Arby's chief marketing officer and president of the Franchise Association for more than two years. In his new role, Schwing will oversee marketing communications, loyalty, e-commerce, R&D, and media including digital and social to help the organization architect its future growth plans.
"As Zaxby's focuses on brand and culinary differentiation, we are excited to add Patrick to our world-class executive team," said Bernard Acoca, Zaxby's CEO. "Patrick's global brand experience, having worked for both top-tier CPG and QSR organizations, and his proven track record in effectively addressing consumers' needs through insights, new products, and technology innovation, will serve Zaxby's extremely well as we seek to attract new audiences and build even greater guest loyalty over time."
At Arby's, Schwing oversaw brand strategy and experience, including culinary innovation, calendar, media, advertising, and digital commerce. Prior to Arby's, Schwing held domestic and international marketing roles at Procter & Gamble, where he worked across the group's portfolio on brands such as Pantene, Head & Shoulders, Herbal Essences and Oral-B. In 2020, Schwing was named one of Business Insider's "25 CMOs to Watch."
Schwing has a diverse background and understands the criticality of empowering teams to be bold, creative and agile, according to Acoca. Schwing is known for his commitment to consumer-inspired innovation, which will benefit Zaxby's as the brand connects to guests through in-store experiences as well as digital-commerce platforms.
"Transparency drives trust in all of our relationships," Schwing said. "To truly live the Zaxby's mission and enrich the lives of our guests, we must build strong relationships, connect through special moments and show our appreciation—all in the pursuit of showing our guests that we know and understand them better than any other brand."
Founded in 1990, Zaxby's is committed to serving delicious chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches and salads in a fun, offbeat atmosphere where customers are considered friends. For the second year in a row, Zaxby's iconic Signature Sandwich won Thrillist's 2022 Fasties Award for Best Fried Chicken Sandwich. Zaxby's has grown to more than 900 locations in 18 states and is headquartered in Athens, Georgia. For more information, visit zaxbys.com or zaxbysfranchising.com.
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CHICAGO, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Calculated Genius – the Chicago nonprofit dedicated to helping underrepresented youth pursue studies and careers in engineering – has named Brian Biederman as its new executive director.
Biederman, an educator and advocate for STEM and the arts in Nashville and Illinois, will lead and expand Calculated Genius as it develops educational programs and scholarships for Chicago-area students to explore STEM fields, especially engineering.
"Brian's experience, creativity, strong organizational leadership, and passion for Calculated Genius' work really stood out to the board of directors," said Kimberly Moore, founder and board president of Calculated Genius. Moore is also founder and president of KDM Engineering in Chicago. "Ultimately, Brian showed he had a real connection with our mission and the students we aspire to reach."
Biederman has 11 years of experience serving students in both STEM and the arts. Recently, he served as the Student Programs Manager for the Illinois Music Education Association, where he collaborated with music educators to provide world class music programs and advocacy efforts to more than 3,000 rural, urban, and suburban students across the state. Previously, he served as a public school music educator and nonprofit executive director in Nashville, Tenn.
"I believe young people are faced with many environmental and societal challenges that will test their creativity and persistence as they grow into adulthood," Biederman said. "I want to make sure they have the resources they need to thrive in their academic, personal, and professional lives."
"That's why Calculated Genius is the right fit, so I can continue its successes in helping young people cultivate their own paths with confidence," he said.
Calculated Genius, a Chicago-based 501(c)3 nonprofit, is dedicated to helping underrepresented youth explore and connect to engineering, in an effort to inspire and support a brighter future. Established in 2015 by Chicago engineer and entrepreneur Kimberly Moore, Calculated Genius bridges the gap between STEM education and application. Its programs, including STEMINIST Scholarships and the Summer Scholars Program, are crafted with educators, parents, and industry professionals to provide students with STEM-focused pathways toward college and careers. Learn more at calculatedgenius.org .
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BEIJING, July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- China is ready to work with countries around the world to promote more robust, greener and healthier global development, said Chinese President Xi Jinping in a congratulatory letter to a forum on global development held in Beijing on Monday.
The world is facing drastic changes and a pandemic both unseen in a century, and the global economic recovery is weak and sluggish, Xi said.
The development gap between the North and the South is widening, and the world has entered a new period of turbulence and changes, he said, adding that promoting global development has become a major subject faced by mankind.
Therefore, China proposed the Global Development Initiative, Xi said. China is ready to make joint efforts with countries around the world to follow a people-centered approach, stay committed to benefits for all, and prioritize development on the international agenda, said the Chinese president.
He stressed China's readiness to work with other countries in promoting innovation-driven development and harmony between man and nature, accelerating the implementation of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and pursuing more robust, greener and healthier global development.
The Global Development Initiative was put forward by the Chinese president in September last year at the general debate of the 76th session of the UN General Assembly.
The forum, named "Global Development: Common Mission and Contributions" Think Tank and Media Forum, was held by the State Council Information Office, co-hosted by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, Development Research Center of the State Council and the China Media Group.
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Canada bans foreign home buyers for two years to cool market
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government announced Thursday it will ban foreign investors from buying homes in Canada for two years in a bid to cool off a hot housing market.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland took a number of measures to tamp down speculation and demand amid record home prices in announcing the federal budget for the year.
The government announced a two-year ban on foreign home buying as well as higher taxes for people who sell their home within a year, though both measures include multiple exceptions including for permanent residents and foreign students.
The budget also includes billions for new housing and measures to help Canadians trying to get into the market, including a new savings account and changes to the first-time home buyers tax credit.
The government is under pressure to cool an overheated market after prices climbed by more than 20% last year, while rental rates have also been rising.
The federal Liberal government is also promising $500 million Canadian (US$397 million) in additional military aid to Ukraine as well as more humanitarian and financial support to Kyiv in response to Russia’s invasion.
Canada responded to months of pressure from the NATO military alliance and others by promising more than $8 billion Canadian (US7.2 billion) in new military spending over the next five years. Canada will remain far short of NATO’s spending 2% of GDP target, even as other allies dramatically ramp up their own military investments following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Last month, the Canadian government announced it selected Lockheed Martin Corp. and the F-35 as the preferred bidder in its competition to buy a new fighter jet.
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Autonomous Mayflower reaches American shores -- in Canada
A crewless robotic boat that had tried to retrace the 1620 sea voyage of the Mayflower has finally reached the shores of North America — this time in Canada instead of the Massachusetts coast where its namesake landed more than 400 years ago.
The sleek autonomous trimaran docked in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Sunday, after more than five weeks crossing the Atlantic Ocean from England, according to tech company IBM, which helped build it.
Piloted by artificial intelligence technology, the 50-foot (15-meter) Mayflower Autonomous Ship didn’t have a captain, navigator or any humans on board — though it might have helped to have a mechanic.
“The technology that makes up the autonomous system worked perfectly, flawlessly,” said Rob High, an IBM computing executive involved in the project. “Mechanically, we did run into problems.”
Its first attempt at the trans-Atlantic crossing to Plymouth, Massachusetts, in June 2021 was beset by technical glitches, forcing the boat to return to its home port of Plymouth, England.
It set off again from England nearly a year later on April 27, bound for Virginia — but a generator problem diverted it to Portugal’s Azores islands, where a team member flew in to perform emergency repairs. More troubles on the open sea came in late May when the U.S.-bound boat developed a problem with the charging circuit for the generator’s starter batteries.
AI software is getting better at helping self-driving machines understand their surroundings and pilot themselves, but most robots can’t heal themselves when the hardware goes awry.
Nonprofit marine research organization ProMare, which worked with IBM to build the ship, switched to a back-up navigation computer on May 30 and charted a course to Halifax — which was closer than any U.S. destination. The boat’s webcam on Sunday morning showed it being towed by a larger boat as the Halifax skyline neared — a safety requirement under international maritime rules, IBM said.
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Biniam Girmay made history at the Giro d’Italia before a freak eye injury forced him to retire from the race
By George Ramsay, CNN
Tuesday proved to be an eventful day for Biniam Girmay, who made cycling history at the Giro d’Italia but later had to go to the hospital with an eye injury sustained during his podium celebrations.
Eritrean Girmay became the first Black African to win a stage of one of cycling’s Grand Tours when he outsprinted Netherlands’ Mathieu van der Poel in the 10th stage of the Giro between Pescara and Jesi.
However, the 22-year-old had to abandon the race after a prosecco cork exploded into his left eye on the podium.
According to his Intermarché-Wanty-Gobert team doctor Piet Daneels, Girmay suffered a hemorrhage in the anterior chamber of his eye and has been recommended to avoid physical activity.
“Our priority is a complete healing of the injury and that’s why we decided together with the rider and the sports director that Biniam will not appear at the start of the 11th stage,” said Daneels.
After undergoing medical examinations on Tuesday, Girmay was able to return to his hotel to celebrate with his teammates.
“The team did almost 99 percent (from) the beginning to the finish,” Girmay said.
“I am really happy about the team (and) what they did; everybody, they are super motivated before the start, during the race, after the race, we really helped each other, we supported each other. It was a good atmosphere.”
Girmay, who made his Grand Tour debut at this year’s Giro, became locked in a sprint finish with van der Poel in the final 200 meters of Tuesday’s stage and held off the Alpecin-Fenix rider to seal the victory.
Van der Poel, incidentally, was also struck by an exploding prosecco cork after the first stage of this year’s Giro, but fortunately for him remained unscathed after it struck his face.
The Giro started on May 6 and concludes on May 29. Spanish rider Juan Pedro López currently leads the general classification ahead of Portugal’s João Almeida and France’s Romain Bardet.
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Celebrity Chef Shares Easy Meal Prep and Cooking Tips
RACINE, Wis., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
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Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Brooke Williamson has carved out an impressive résumé full of leading roles and professional achievements, such as being the youngest female chef to ever cook at the James Beard House, winning Bravo's "Top Chef" Season 14 in Charleston, and most recently, being crowned the first winner of Food Network's "Tournament of Champions" in spring 2020.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased NIO between March 1, 2021 and July 11, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until October 24, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, NIO Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) NIO pulled forward revenue by selling batteries to a related party, which owned the batteries and managed users' subscriptions; (2) through the related party, NIO also recognized enormous depreciation savings; (3) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's revenue and net loss were overstated; and (4) 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.
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stoplight, the global API design company, announced its position as a market leader in the newly released G2 Summer 2022 Grid Report for API Design. Products in the Leader quadrant in the Grid® Report are rated highly by G2 users and have substantial Satisfaction and Market Presence scores.
API Design is the planning and architectural decisions you make when building an API, leading to a better user experience. Design maturity at an organization allows internal and external developers to more quickly and easily consume and use that organization's APIs.
Stoplight is listed among three other leaders in API Design, and 95% of Stoplight users rated it between 4-5 stars. 86% of users were likely to recommend Stoplight. Stoplight's highest-rated features included: design management, access control, and visibility. In addition, Stoplight was recognized with a high level of satisfaction for ease of doing business with, quality of support, and ease of set-up.
"We are pleased to be named a leader in the G2 Summer 2022 API Design report. APIs continue to play a necessary role in fundamentally transforming companies for the better. Leading that transformation with a design-first approach promotes innovation while also saving time, shortening the development cycle, and producing higher quality APIs," shares Stoplight CEO, Steve Rodda.
In addition to the placement in the G2 API Design Summer 2022 report, Stoplight received a variety of other recognitions and awards this year including the 2022 Open Source Contributor of the Year by Hackernoon, G2 Fastest Growing Products of 2022, a 2022 Best Place to work by Built In Austin.
Stoplight has also experienced a record amount of growth in addition to user-driven recognition, nearly doubling in employee size since the previous year. In February of 2021, Stoplight secured another $11M round of follow-on Series A funding co-led by Next Coast Ventures and Bill Wood Ventures.
In order for Stoplight to qualify for inclusion in the G2 2022 Summer API Design Grid report, it had to meet the following criteria: the product must provide native tools to design and develop APIs, allow parallel development and team-wide visibility throughout the design process, and enable mocking for API prototyping.
Check out our blog to learn more about Stoplight's growth and recent recognitions.
About Stoplight
Stoplight is a global application programming interface (API) technology company offering a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform and open source tools to design quality APIs and build scalable API programs. Stoplight's collaborative, cloud tools are built with the purpose for a design-first approach, with reusable components to deliver quicker time to market and more business value. Stoplight is remote-first and based in Austin, TX. To learn more, visit https://www.stoplight.io or follow us on Twitter @stoplightio
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Which brand of mini fridge is better, Galanz or Magic Chef?
A mini fridge is a great addition to a dorm room, game room, garage or anywhere that needs a little extra cold storage. Unlike with full-size refrigerators, most major appliance manufacturers don’t make mini fridges. Magic Chef and Galanz specialize in affordable home appliances and have good lineups of compact refrigerators.
Both companies make quality mini fridges, and there’s nothing big that’s wrong with either. Galanz offers a wider selection of mini fridges at generally better prices than Magic Chef. On the other hand, Magic Chef has a slightly better reputation and some of its fridges have category-leading temperature consistency.
Galanz mini fridges
Based in the Guangdong Province in China, Galanz has made a variety of affordable kitchen appliances for decades. It’s tough to track down any definitive information on the company’s history, but it says it has brought to market some of China’s most accessible and dependable microwaves, among other appliances.
Galanz mini fridge pros
- Wide range of sizes: Whatever you plan to put in it, you can find a Galanz fridge that’s the right size.
- Reasonable prices: If you don’t want to make a big investment, it’s hard to pass up some of Galanz’s compact models.
- Consistent build quality: Galanz sells a large number of mini fridges and most owner reviews paint a good picture of their long-term reliability.
Galanz mini fridge cons
- Middling cooling power: Galanz’s mini fridges take a little longer to cool down than Magic Chef’s.
- Less-than-ideal efficiency: Galanz fridges don’t quite match the low energy consumption of some more premium brands.
- Questionable warranty practices: Some owners have been surprised by shifting warranty terms. For example, more than one buyer has experienced issues after a few months, only for Galanz customer service to refuse repair or replacement, despite having offered a one-year warranty.
Best Galanz mini fridges
Galanz 4.6-Cubic-Foot Retro Mini Fridge
In terms of capacity for the money, this one’s just about on top if you’re looking for separate refrigerator and freezer compartments.
Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
Galanz 3.5-Cubic-Foot Retro Fridge Only
If you’re not concerned about frozen food, this is a great way to save space and money while also adding a touch of style to your space.
Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
Galanz 4.3-Cubic-Foot Compact Single-Door Refrigerator
It delivers a surprising amount of storage space if you don’t need a freezer, but it’s not nearly as attractive as the retro models.
Sold by Amazon
Galanz 2.7-Cubic-Foot Stainless Steel Look Fridge
It’s as small, efficient and affordable as a Galanz mini fridge gets, but its capacity is quite limited.
Sold by Amazon
Magic Chef mini fridges
Magic Chef’s roots go all the way back to the 19th century and the American Stove Company. It’s gone by the name Magic Chef for nearly 100 years. Multiple large corporations including Maytag have owned the brand at one point or another. It’s difficult to determine where each Magic Chef fridge is made, but it’s likely most are made in China — just like those from Galanz.
Magic Chef mini fridge pros
- Impressive temperature consistency: Real-world testing done by independent third-party reviewers shows that Magic Chef mini fridges are as consistent as anything on the market.
- Powerful cooling systems: You won’t have to worry about them getting too warm right after you fill them with groceries.
- A decent number of capacities to choose from: While its stable isn’t as large as Galanz’s, you’ll still likely be able to find the right size for you.
Magic Chef mini fridge cons
- Somewhat higher prices: You’ll have to shell out a little more money upfront on a Magic Chef than a Galanz. However, you might make that back in a few months due to their superior efficiency.
- Few stylish options: There is a retro-themed option as well as one with a glass door, but most Magic Chef fridges are relatively spartan in design.
Best Magic Chef mini fridges
Magic Chef Retro Mini Refrigerator
In real-world testing, this fridge came out on top of the competition. There are few other options as efficient or powerful.
Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
Magic Chef 7.4-Cubic-Foot Two-Door Mini Fridge
This model is surprisingly well priced for its capacity and performance.
Sold by Home Depot
It’s perfect for offices, game rooms and other public spaces or hangouts, because you can easily see what’s inside. However, it’s not ideal for keeping fresh food and doesn’t have a freezer.
Sold by Home Depot
Should you get a Galanz or Magic Chef mini fridge?
If you plan on using it frequently (that is, filling it with fresh veggies and meat every few days, or opening the door a lot during the day), it’s worth considering a Magic Chef because of their more powerful cooling. This is even more true if you opt for the largest of the mini fridges. If you want to save money up front or have a specific size in mind, Galanz has the one you need.
In terms of pure performance and consistency, though, Magic Chef is the winner.
Mini fridge FAQ
Are mini fridges more efficient than full-size fridges?
A. Mini fridges use considerably less energy than overall full-size refrigerators. If you consider the capacity of each type, however, mini fridges are much less efficient. In fact, running two mini fridges will generally cost more than running a single refrigerator four times the size.
Do mini-fridge freezers work well?
A. Compact models with separate refrigerator and freezer spaces are relatively effective. They’re fine for keeping prepared frozen food in for a few days. They’re not on the level of a full-size fridge, though, and you shouldn’t use them for long-term storage because they don’t get cold enough.
Compact fridges that don’t have separate compartments usually have a small area on top that serves as a tiny freezer. That area is usually too small to hold anything but a few ice trays or a couple of packages of pre-made meals.
How do I get the best performance from a mini fridge?
A. For starters, don’t overload it. Make sure there’s room for air to circulate. From time to time, you’ll have to manually defrost a mini-fridge freezer. It’s also worth keeping a thermometer on hand to periodically check that the unit is maintaining consistent temperatures. Finally, keep your mini fridge indoors, as they aren’t designed to operate in low temperatures.
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Belanger, part of OPW and Dover (NYSE: DOV), recently announced the launch of its Legend By Belanger™ Tunnel Car Wash Series product brand. The Legend By Belanger pays homage to Belanger's more than 50-year history as an innovator and creative trendsetter in the tunnel car wash space.
"Belanger's commitment to innovation has redefined the tunnel wash industry – it was the first company to develop a soft-touch tunnel wash system and today has more than 150 U.S. patents," said Warren Day, Vice President and General Manager of OPW Vehicle Wash Solutions. "The Legend By Belanger product brand defines our most trusted and reliable tunnel equipment series that has been designed to meet the needs of the car wash operators and draws on decades of engineering know-how and experience. All Legend By Belanger tunnel wash components are built around flexible wash configuration models that enable you to create the wash solution that satisfies both you and your customers' expectations."
Built on the strength of Belanger's aircraft-grade aluminum framework, Legend By Belanger equipment features minimal moving parts. Where motion is required, each component relies on automotive-grade bearings or lube-free pivot points-for minimal maintenance and easy servicing.
To learn more about the complete range of vehicle-wash equipment and systems from Belanger, please visit https://www.opwvws.com/brands/belanger.html.
About OPW:
OPW is defining what's next through innovations designed to enhance safety, reliability, efficiency and business performance for the clean energy, retail-fueling, fluid-handling and car wash industries. Specifically, OPW makes aboveground and underground products for both conventional, vapor-recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank-truck equipment, railcar valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of Dover Corporation. To learn more about how OPW is Defining What's Next in each of its markets, visit opwglobal.com.
About Dover:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 25,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.
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HONG KONG, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Renewable energy company – EPRO Advance Technology (EAT) – has today announced a breakthrough in green hydrogen energy generation and energy storage, revealing what is believed to be the easiest and lowest cost way to deliver hydrogen that the world has seen.
This revolutionary process has the potential to kick start the hydrogen economy, bringing it forward by decades, transforming hydrogen from the fuel of the future to the fuel of tomorrow.
EAT has developed a ground-breaking porous silicon material – called Si+ – which can generate, on demand, ultra-pure hydrogen from a water source. Si+ can also act as a solid-state hydrogen generating material which is compact, robust and easily transportable.
It has the potential to solve the significant challenges of the storage, safe handling and transportation of hydrogen, long-standing inhibitors of the growth of the hydrogen economy.
As a guaranteed source of safe, on-demand energy, Si+ has multiple uses. It can facilitate the phasing out of expensive and polluting backup diesel generator sets – known as "gensets."
Si+ is an ideal replacement for marine fuel oil – due to be phased out next year – and offers a thermal energy storage solution through exothermic heat that is released during the Si+ hydrogen generation reaction.
Si+ will support the mass roll-out of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles and hydrogen-powered flights.
Si+ hydrogen refuelling stations generating on-demand hydrogen locally can share the footprint of existing fuel stations, reducing capital and operational expenditure.
"Si+ facilitates a guaranteed form of energy when compared with renewable energy, which is often intermittent. It's the first distributable energy storage material of grid parity," said Albert Lau, CEO of EAT. "Si+ technology has the potential to bring forward the hydrogen economy by decades."
During a webcast, Mr Lau demonstrated how Si+ can generate hydrogen from a water source. "You could compare the inert vacuum-packed Si+ cartridges to those coffee machine pods and capsules, just add water and release the product!" he said.
The production process consumes underutilized electricity, emitting no greenhouse gases. The raw material is metallurgical silicon, which can be sourced from sand together with a carbon source, or from recycled silicon from broken or end-of-life solar panels otherwise destined for landfill.
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Bill Gates say he has COVID, experiencing mild symptoms
SEATTLE (AP) — Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says he has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms.
Via Twitter, the billionaire philanthropist said Tuesday he will isolate until he is again healthy.
Gates wrote that he’s fortunate to be vaccinated and boosted and have access to testing and great medical care.
The Seattle-based Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is the most influential private foundation in the world, with an endowment of about $65 billion.
Bill Gates has been a vocal proponent for pandemic mitigation measures, specifically access to vaccines and medication for poorer countries.
The Gates Foundation in October said it will spend $120 million to boost access to generic versions of drugmaker Merck’s antiviral COVID-19 pill for lower-income countries.
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Panel recommends new names for Fort Bragg, other Army bases
WASHINGTON (AP) — An independent commission on Tuesday recommended new names for nine Army posts that commemorated Confederate officers. Among their recommendations: Fort Bragg in North Carolina would become Fort Liberty and Fort Gordon in Georgia would become Fort Eisenhower.
The recommendations are the latest step in a broader effort by the military to confront racial injustice, most recently in the aftermath of the May 2020 police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
The list recommends naming bases for the first time after women and Black soldiers.
Fort Polk, in Louisiana, would be renamed Fort Johnson, after Sgt. William Henry Johnson, a Black Medal of Honor recipient who served in the Army in World War I.
Fort A.P. Hill in Virginia would be renamed Fort Walker, after Mary Edwards Walker, a doctor who treated soldiers in the Civil War and later received a Medal of Honor.
For years, U.S. military officials had defended the naming of bases after Confederate officers. As recently as 2015 the Army argued that the names did not honor the rebel cause but were a gesture of reconciliation with the South.
But in the aftermath of the Floyd killing, and the months of racial unrest that followed, Congress pushed for a comprehensive plan to rename the military posts and hundreds of other federal assets such as roads, buildings, memorials, signs and landmarks that honored rebel leaders.
The change in the military’s thinking was reflected in congressional testimony by Army Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, a month after Floyd’s death. He said that the base names can be reminders to Black soldiers that rebel officers fought for an institution that may have enslaved their ancestors.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin — the nation’s first Black Pentagon chief — has spoken bluntly of his own personal brushes with racism. During his Senate confirmation hearing, he told of serving as a lieutenant colonel with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg when three white soldiers, described as self-styled skinheads, were arrested in the murder of a Black couple who were walking down the street.
Investigators concluded the two were targeted because of their race, and all told, 22 soldiers were linked to skinhead and other similar groups or found to hold extremist views.
The current chief of the Air Force, Gen. Charles Q. Brown, posted an emotional video last June in which he discussed the difficulties he experienced as a young Black pilot. Brown, the first Black Air Force chief, says he had to work extra hard in order to prove to white supervisors “that their expectations and perceptions of African-Americans were invalid.”
Created in 2020, the Naming Commission first met in March 2021 and began taking name recommendations from the public in September. Overall, the commission received more than 34,000 potential names, which it said included about 3,670 unique ones that could possibly be used. That list was later narrowed to about 100 names before the final nine were chosen to be recommended to Congress.
At the time, the commission said its mandate was to select names that “appropriately reflected the courage, values, sacrifices and demographics of the men and women in our armed forces, with consideration given to the local or regional significance of names and their potential to inspire and motivate service members.”
The panel also is considering new names for two Navy ships: the USS Chancellorsville and USNS Maury.
A final report is due to Congress by Oct. 1, and will include the costs of removing and changing the names. Under the law, the secretary of defense is expected to implement the commission’s plan no later than Jan. 1, 2024.
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(The Hill) – The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday authorized a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to children between the ages of 5 and 11, extending booster doses to the youngest age group yet.
Experts have stressed the importance of booster shots for older age groups as a key way to increase protection in the face of waning immunity over time from the initial shots, as well as the increased evasiveness of the omicron variant currently circulating.
Now, children 5-11 will be eligible for boosters for the first time.
Data released by Pfizer last month found a 36-fold increase in the level of neutralizing antibodies against the omicron variant, compared to two doses.
“These data reinforce the potential function of a third dose of the vaccine in maintaining high levels of protection against the virus in this age group,” Pfizer said then, adding: “The vaccine was well tolerated with no new safety signals observed.”
Still, uptake for even the initial two shots for children 5-11 has been lagging, indicating that many parents will not get booster shots for their children either.
Only 28 percent of children 5-11 have received the first two shots, according to data compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
While COVID-19 is less severe on average in children, there still can be some severe cases and even deaths.
Between 0.1 and 1.5 percent of child COVID-19 cases resulted in hospitalization according to data from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
There is still no vaccine authorized for children under 5, a source of frustration to some parents.
It is possible that move could come in June, given that FDA advisory committees are set to meet then to consider the vaccine for the youngest children.
The FDA has pointed to the low vaccination rates in older children to show that it must be thorough in its review for the youngest age group and seek to instill confidence in vaccines.
“While it has largely been the case that COVID-19 tends to be less severe in children than adults, the omicron wave has seen more kids getting sick with the disease and being hospitalized, and children may also experience longer term effects, even following initially mild disease,” said FDA Commissioner Robert Califf.
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“Vaccination continues to be the most effective way to prevent COVID-19 and its severe consequences, and it is safe,” he added.
The booster shot is intended to be received at least five months after the initial doses. | https://cw33.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/fda-authorizes-booster-for-children-aged-5-11/ | 2022-05-17T15:55:32Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of TuSimple Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: TSP) resulting from allegations that TuSimple may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.
SO WHAT: If you purchased TuSimple securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=8026 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: In April 2022, TuSimple conducted its initial public offering (IPO), selling approximately 33.78 million shares priced at $40.00 per share.
Then on August 1, 2022, before market hours, The Wall Street Journal published an article entitled "Self-Driving Truck Accident Draws Attention to Safety at TuSimple: Leading autonomous-truck developer blames human error, while analysts say it is the technology; regulators are investigating[.]" The article reported, among other things, that an April 6, 2022 accident in which one of TuSimple's autonomously driven trucks "suddenly veered left, cut[ting] across the I-10 highway in Tucson, Ariz., and slammed into a concrete barricade … underscores concerns that the autonomous-trucking company is risking safety on public roads in a rush to deliver driverless trucks to market, according to independent analysts and more than a dozen of the company's former employees." While TuSimple reported that the accident was due to a person in the cab not properly rebooting the autonomous driving system before engaging it, "researchers at Carnegie Mellon University said it was the autonomous-driving system that turned the wheel and that blaming the entire accident on human error is misleading." The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has launched a "safety compliance investigation" into TuSimple.
On this news, TuSimple's stock price fell $0.97 per share, or 9%, to close at $8.99 per share on August 1, 2022, representing a 77% decline from its IPO price.
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LOS ANGELES, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultra PRO International LLC ("Ultra PRO"), a California-based manufacturer of toys, board games, and accessories, has acquired Legion Supplies, Inc. ("Legion Supplies"), an innovator in the tabletop gaming space since its debut in 2009. Steve Port, Owner of Legion Supplies, states, "What prompted the launch 12 years ago was when, as a hobby store owner, I saw my customer's desire for art-based sleeves that represented them beyond the basic fantasy art that existed. From our first 'Bacon' art sleeves, we've tried to bring fun images to quality products that help players express their individuality." Legion Supplies began with trading card game accessories and in 2017 launched MTGproshop.com, which expanded their offerings into the lifestyle category giving fans of Magic: The Gathering a broad selection of apparel and decor based items.
Founded in 1952 and currently celebrating its 70th anniversary, Ultra PRO is a leader in the gaming industry. The acquisition of Legion Supplies reinforces Ultra PRO's strong ability to continue to bring high quality products to the collectibles and trading card games marketplace.
Steve further states, "I'm excited for the expanded capabilities Legion will have working with Ultra PRO's large chain of suppliers and expertise in areas that can only make Legion products better."
Jay Kuo, Ultra PRO's President says, "Legion Supplies is well known in the trading card game community and has developed a great niche business with a loyal following. We're excited to welcome Steve Port to the Ultra PRO management team, as well as the entirety of the Legion team to the Ultra PRO family and look forward to Steve's continued development of Legion Supplies' catalog and service offerings."
Ultra PRO has a strong history of USA-based manufacturing and this acquisition further expands those capabilities as Legion Supplies offers a wide range of product types produced in their Minnesota-based facilities.
Ultra PRO looks forward to growing the business and bringing innovative gaming products to market for years to come. The new partnership will allow Ultra PRO to further expand distribution of the product assortment, create cross-selling opportunities and bring forth complementary line expansions that will be sought out by the gaming audience for years to come.
Legion Supplies, Inc products can be found at https://www.legionsupplies.com/ and https://mtgproshop.com/.
Ultra PRO products can be found at https://shop.ultrapro.com/
About Ultra PRO
Ultra PRO is the leading manufacturer and supplier of sports and gaming collectibles accessories, board games, photo and scrapbooking albums, school and office supplies, and TableTopics conversation starter card sets. The company has been designing and manufacturing top-quality products since 1952. Ultra PRO brands are recognized for their high-quality standards and design innovations. The company's products are sold through a top-tier network of distributors and customers worldwide. They can be purchased in hobby shops, independent toy and gift stores, retail chains and online stores across the globe. Ultra PRO is a privately-held, family-owned company with head offices near Los Angeles, California. For more information, please visit www.UltraPRO.com.
About Legion Supplies, Inc.
Legion Supplies, Inc was founded by Steve Port, serial entrepreneur, and co-founder of Melee.gg, an event management software company. Located in Burnsville, MN, Legion Supplies has been a leader in the tabletop gaming space since 2009. Legion is known for fun and trendy designs as well as innovative product development. Since the beginning, Legion has continued to expand offering new categories of gaming lifestyle products as well as publishing and distribution.
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TAIPEI, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GoSky AI announced today the completion of a seed funding round led by 500 Global, a leading venture capital firm. Investors in this round also include the Co-Founder & CEO of ThunderCore, Chris Wang, as well as Xchange Taiwan. With the funding in hand, GoSky AI will continue to promote product innovation while expanding internationally.
The World's Unique App on Social Platforms. Build Brand's Membership System Within Just One Hour
A leading social membership system company from Taiwan, GoSky AI was founded in 2018. It started from Taiwan and has established footprints in Canada, Thailand and Vietnam. By using GoSky AI's social CRM, brands are able to convert their social media followers on Facebook and Instagram into members in just 3 seconds; same as developing brands' own app on fan pages.
According to Forbes magazine, over 90% of people prefer not to download mobile apps, providing evidence that apps are no longer the best channel for brands to manage their members. As reported by global IT research and consulting firm Gartner, 80% of brands would prefer to message customers on third-party platforms rather than Apps in the next three years. GoSky AI recommends a no coding social membership system that can be set up on social platforms in less than one hour through GoSky AI SaaS service. The social membership system not only replaces traditional Apps but also is the most lightweight digital marketing tool to convert social media traffic into sales. It provides brands with the most effective membership economic solution.
GoSky Social CRM draws on marketing technology (MarTech) and first-hand data to optimize business models for brands and effectively guides the whole process from social interaction to an in-depth relationship whereby brands convert social media followers into lifetime members.
Over 90% Conversion Rates. GoSky AI Vitalizes Membership Economy and Helps Brands Connect with Web3 Easily.
According to Meta, more than 1 billion users communicate with companies via social messaging every week. Brands receive 2 times of conversational value and 5 times in profit. With specialization in food and beverage services, sports, new media, eCommerce, entertainment, retail and consumer goods industries, GoSky Social CRM has helped brands in these sectors raise their conversion rate to over 90%, with an average interaction cost of less than USD $0.014, saving brands' over 20 times budget. In 2021, GoSky AI in cooperation with its brand partners, tallied 11 million social users who interacted with brands amid several hundred million conversations. GoSky Social CRM initiates conversations with consumers via a chatbot and rapidly converts social media followers into paying customers through the proprietary Loyal CRM system while enhancing the lifetime value of existing users, helping brands expand their loyal member base and bolster the membership economy by creating a closed loop social ecosystem.
Many known brands have recently announced plans to add NFTs (non-fungible tokens) as one of their membership benefits. In response to the global trend towards NFTs, GoSky AI plans to further increase the benefits of the membership economy for brands by combining GoSky Social CRM with NFTs. Brand expects to strengthen members' loyalty, provide exclusive experiences and enhance member interactions. Furthermore, GoSky AI provides brands to create NFT utilities by offering exclusive points and member benefits. GoSky AI helps brands to connect with their members deeply, transform through Martech and connect with the Web3 era easily.
Chris Wang, Co-Founder & CEO of ThunderCore, also states GoSky AI has potential to help brand, KOLs (key opinion leader), and professional sports teams to digitally transform to the Web 3 world by issuing NFTs and tokens to fans. Meanwhile, providing cryptocurrency wallet within Facebook Messenger without worrying about paying the Gas Fee or adopting new softwares would allow the general public to hold NFT easily. These technologies make Web3 popularized and provide better user experiences.
GoSky AI Furthers the Implementation of Two Key Strategies On Global Roadmap While Continuing to Drive Social Innovation through Technology
"Over the past few years, with GoSky Social CRM, we have achieved multiple important milestones in terms of facilitating digital transformation for corporate brands, helping them monetize social traffic, and providing them with a diverse range of complete MarTech solutions," said GoSky AI Co-Founder and CEO Fash Chang. "Messenger delivers 3.5 times more business outcomes from communications for brands than SMS and 20 times more such outcomes than Email. It has become essential for corporate brands to accelerate the development of conversational commerce and the membership economy by building connections with consumers."
"As a next step, GoSky AI plans to further its international expansion strategy and continue to empower brands to connect with Web3 in tandem with fulfilling the deep commitment to existing markets, with the aim of building a new international roadmap," added Mr. Chang. "By leveraging data to create a positive impact on society, we help brands to optimize business decisions while explore new MarTech opportunities."
"GoSky AI was part of the first batch of 500 Global Accelerator Taiwan with TTA, and we saw first hand how quickly the team has moved to build its impressive technology. We believe the team has the potential to conquer global markets," said Shawn Chu, Principal at 500 Global.
【 About GoSky AI Inc. 】
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NEW YORK, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. f/k/a Peridot Acquisition Corp..
Shareholders who purchased shares of LICY 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.
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CLASS PERIOD: February 16, 2021 to March 23, 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) Li-Cycle's largest customer, Traxys, is not actually a customer, but merely a broker providing working capital financial to the Company while Traxys tries to sell Li-Cycle's product to end customers; (2) the Company engaged in highly questionable related party transactions; (3) the Company's mark-to-model accounting is vulnerable to abuse and gave a false impression of growth; (4) a significant portion of the Company's reported revenues were derived from simply marking up receivables on products that had not been sold; (5) the Company's gross margins have likely been negative since inception; (6) the Company will require an additional $1 billion of funding to support its planned growth (which is a figure greater than the Company raised via the merger); and (7) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: June 20, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/li-cycle-holdings-corp-f-k-a-peridot-acquisition-corp-loss-submission-form/?id=27903&from=4
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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.
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Lack of care at Hillcrest Cemetery at issue
CANTON TWP. – Utilizing a weed eater and enduring the oppressive heat on a recent afternoon, township employee Steve Harper works to give Hillcrest Cemetery grounds a respectable appearance.
Canton Township recently assumed maintenance of the cemetery, which is on Stark County-owned land that also houses the Multi-County Juvenile Attention System complex in the 800 block of Faircrest Street SW.
"When we first came here it was a mess," Harper said while on a break from his groundskeeping chores. "It took me a month to get it cleaned up. It is real bad. Where the graves are, it is all sunk in. This is a nightmare to mow. See all the dips? Those are all graves."
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The cemetery's condition is the reason township officials are upset over Stark County's plan to turn over ownership of Hillcrest Cemetery to the Canton Township Board of Trustees.
In a recent letter to Stark County commissioners, township officials state that apparent negligence resulted in Hillcrest Cemetery being in "less than ideal condition and in some instances, simply disrespectful to those whose final resting place is within the Hillcrest Cemetery."
The Stark County Prosecutor's Office wrote last year to township officials stating that Canton Township is responsible for the care of Hillcrest Cemetery.
"There has been some overgrowth and it is in disrepair," said township Trustee Keith Hochadel. "It hasn't been maintained to what it should be. I think we are asking for a little bit of assistance when we receive it."
Township officials say the cemetery is littered with dead or dying trees. Canton Township officials estimate it will cost at least $25,000 to remove the dead trees.
Also, township officials say the gravel road leading into the cemetery must be enhanced, and a loop is needed for vehicles to be able to turn. Cost is estimated at $5,000.
State law does not allow county-owned cemeteries
Stark County officials say there are no provision in state law that permits counties to own and operate cemeteries. State law says cemeteries must be operated by municipalities, townships, associations and religious organizations.
"The legal reality is there is no such thing as a county cemetery," said Brant Luther, Stark County administrator. "I think it was one of those things that no one was paying attention to. Somehow, the county was taking care of it. Nobody is pointing fingers at anyone. There is no hostilities. This is one of those scenarios where the Ohio Revised Code dictates what we should do. The county really doesn't have any authority to own or take care of a cemetery."
Hillcrest Cemetery sits just east of the Multi-County Juvenile Attention System buildings.
"They are supposed to survey it off and split the parcel," township Trustee Mark Shaffer said. "They told us they were not going to mow it anymore. We believe it needs to be maintained up to our standards. The grounds and facilities are in need of upkeep. That burden shouldn't be put on township taxpayers. We didn't ask for it. No one was shopping for the cemetery. It is kind of a sad situation, the condition of that."
Township trustees prefer Stark County officials correct the maintenance issues in Hillcrest Cemetery rather than leaving it for Canton Township to handle.
"I don't believe the commissioners have met to discuss this yet," township Trustee Christopher Nichols said. "There is no update on it yet."
Nichols works as director of management and budget for Stark County commissioners.
No one is saying when the county officially will break the cemetery off from the juvenile detention facility grounds.
"I don't know the exact acreage yet," Nichols said. "This is not going to create any revenue for us. We haven't decided if we are going to allow any more burials."
Reach Malcolm at 330-596-0326 or malcolm.hall@cantonrep.com. On Twitter: @mhallREP. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/06/26/canton-township-odds-county-regarding-hillcrest-cemetery/7646508001/ | 2022-06-26T11:12:40Z |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Who’s got the tea? No, we’re not talking about gossip… this time. It just so happens to be National Tea Day on April 21!
Whether you’re on the side of tea or coffee in that longtime debate matters not on this day. It belongs to tea and teas of any form: sweet, unsweet, jasmine, green, mint, etc.
If you’re wanting to celebrate we took a look at Yelp’s list of the best high tea around Dallas:
- Potpourri Boulangerie, located in Oak Cliff
- Beatitudes Tea Room Gifts and Cafe
- The Ritz-Carlton, located in Uptown
- Heirloom Haul
- Chocolate Angel Cafe & Tea Room, located in North Dallas
- The Rose Garden Tea Room
- The Adolphus, Autograph Collection, located in Downtown
- Tin Tulip Tearoom
- Chocolate Secrets | https://cw33.com/news/local/its-time-for-you-to-know-whos-got-the-best-tea-in-dallas-heres-yelps-list/ | 2022-04-21T19:40:15Z |
Police: Suspects in attack on elderly woman are ages 11 to 18
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Three children ages 11, 13, and 14 and an 18-year-old beat and robbed a 70-year-old Asian woman who was attacked last month inside her San Francisco apartment building and two of them have been arrested, police said Monday.
The woman was outside her Chinatown building when the suspects approached her on July 31 and spoke to her, said San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott.
Unable to understand them because of a language barrier, she went into the building’s lobby and the suspects followed her, Scott said. Then they beat and robbed her before fleeing, he said. The attack was recorded on surveillance video.
“The victim was transported to a local hospital and thank goodness her injuries were not life-threatening,” said Scott, who did not identify the woman.
The attack came amid a wave of assaults against Asian Americans in San Francisco and across the country that started when the coronavirus pandemic took hold in the U.S.
Scott called the ages of the younger suspects sad and shocking.
He said detectives identified the suspects as 18-year-old Darryl Moore, of Oakland, and the three juveniles.
The names of the juveniles won’t be released, and the 11-year-old won’t be charged in the case due to his age. The other three face robbery, elder abuse, false imprisonment and conspiracy charges, Scott said.
Moore, the 11-year-old and 13-year-old suspects were arrested by Santa Clara County authorities on Aug. 10 by officers with the Milpitas Police Department on accusations of an unrelated crime there, he said.
Moore is still detained at the Santa Clara County jail.
The 13-year-old suspect was booked at the Santa Clara Juvenile Hall and was being transferred to the custody of Alameda County, where officials booked him on the warrant for his San Francisco arrest, Scott said.
The 11-year-old was transferred from Santa Clara to the custody of the Alameda County Assessment Center.
The 14-year-old has not been located but there is a warrant for his arrest, Scott said.
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This story has been corrected to say that two suspects, not 4, have been arrested
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Treasury recommends exploring creation of a digital dollar
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is moving one step closer to developing a central bank digital currency, known as the digital dollar, saying it would help reinforce the U.S. role as a leader in the world financial system.
The White House said on Friday that after President Joe Biden issued an executive order in March calling on a variety of agencies to look at ways to regulate digital assets, the agencies came up with nine reports, covering cryptocurrency impacts on financial markets, the environment, innovation and other elements of the economic system.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said one Treasury recommendation is that the U.S. “advance policy and technical work on a potential central bank digital currency, or CBDC, so that the United States is prepared if CBDC is determined to be in the national interest.”
“Right now, some aspects of our current payment system are too slow or too expensive,” Yellen said on a Thursday call with reporters laying out some of the findings of the reports.
Central bank digital currencies differ from existing digital money available to the general public, such as the balance in a bank account, because they would be a direct liability of the Federal Reserve, not a commercial bank.
According to the Atlantic Council nonpartisan think tank, 105 countries representing more than 95% of global gross domestic product already are exploring or have created a central bank digital currency. The council found that the U.S. and the U.K. are far behind in creating a digital dollar or its equivalent.
Treasury, the Justice Department, the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, the Securities and Exchange Commission and other agencies were tasked with contributing to reports that would address various concerns about the risks, development and usage of digital assets. Several reports will come out in the next weeks and months.
On Capitol Hill, lawmakers have submitted various pieces of legislation to regulate cryptocurrency and other digital assets.
The director of the National Economic Council, Brian Deese, told reporters that “we’ve seen in recent months substantial turmoil in cryptocurrency markets and these events really highlight how, without proper oversight, cryptocurrencies risk harming everyday Americans’ financial stability and our national security.”
“It is why this administration believes that now more than ever,” he said, “prudent regulation of cryptocurrencies is needed.”
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A new program in Utah will provide short-term housing for pets whose owners are going through treatment for drug or alcohol abuse.
The program is a collaboration between Ruff Haven Crisis Center, a nonprofit providing short-term care for pets whose owners are experiencing crises, and Odyssey House, Utah's largest addiction program.
The partnership launched three weeks ago, Kristina Pulsipher, executive director and co-founder of Ruff House, told CNN.
For the most part, the shelter specializes in short-term stays, which makes it hard to work with clients undergoing addiction treatment, who often need to stay for longer than the 60 or 90 days pets usually stay at Ruff House. Collaborating with Odyssey House has allowed them to "work past that."
"Having the knowledge that their pets are safe while they're working for themselves provides that additional feeling of support for them to focus on recovery," Pulsipher said.
Ruff House plans to accommodate around 10-12 clients through the partnership with Odyssey, according to Pulsipher. The housing for addiction patients, like all the nonprofit's services, is completely free of charge.
The shelter opened in June 2020, Pulsipher noted. Although they did not intend to launch during the pandemic, "We happened to open our doors at a very significant time, when the need was greater than ever," Pulsipher said. "We saw that this need wasn't being filled, and we thought maybe we can keep pets with their families, keep them out of shelters."
Ruff House launched with a focus on crisis sheltering, often for clients who were hospitalized or experiencing domestic violence and other crises. Now the shelter mostly works with clients experiencing housing insecurity. And in addition to providing short-term housing for clients' pets while they work to get back on their feet, they also provide community pet vaccination clinics and other veterinary care for the local unsheltered community.
The nonprofit provides crisis housing for pets, mainly dogs and cats, through both a brick-and-mortar boarding facility and a foster program. Pulsipher emphasized the importance of the team's "temporary foster homes."
"These are people who really, what draws them is that they love giving back to the community, and know these are people in very vulnerable positions who could be them," she said.
Fosters "take an animal into their home for 60-90 days, sometimes longer," she said. "They just provide them all the love and care that they give to their own pets. It gives the animals time to de-stress, and not be in a boarding situation."
Clients get videos and pictures of their pets while they are in Ruff House's care, so they can make sure their furry friends are well taken care of.
The shelter has served around 510 animals through their crisis sheltering program and more than 1,500 through other programming, like their free vaccination and microchip projects. Currently, they have 61 animals in their care in either the boarding facility or foster care program.
Pulsipher commended the lengths to which their clients will go to keep their pets out of shelters, even while they may be experiencing a crisis like hospitalization or homelessness.
"Our clients are animal welfare heroes," said Pulsipher.
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DULUTH, Ga., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This weekend, nearly 600 veterinary students representing three dozen veterinary schools from across the US, Canada, France, Germany and the Netherlands marked the conclusion of a special summer research experience with a presentation of their findings at the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium.
Mentored this summer by leading researchers from across academia, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and National Institutes of Health, the students – all participants in the Veterinary Scholars Program – conducted original research, relevant to both animal and human health, in such fields of study as emerging infectious diseases, toxicology, oncology and chronic diseases as well as advances in conservation and sustainable agriculture. This longstanding collaboration between public and private organizations, academia and government agencies provides veterinary students hands-on research experience in the laboratory and field, and exposes them to potential careers in biomedical research.
The Veterinary Scholars Program participants summarize their research findings and work over the course of the summer on a scientific poster, which they present to public health officials and industry experts as well as leading biomedical researchers and other veterinary students at the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium. This year's Symposium was hosted by the University of Minnesota's College of Veterinary Medicine, and also sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges, American Veterinary Medical Association and American Veterinary Medical Foundation, National Institutes of Health, USDA and the Burroughs Wellcome Fund.
This summer marked the first time that Veterinary Scholars had the opportunity to work directly with scientists at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, researching diseases that could affect livestock and public health and advancing sustainable approaches for agriculture and food production. Under this new collaboration between the USDA and Boehringer Ingelheim, 12 students spent the summer at one of nine USDA sites working with an ARS scientist on a research project, with Boehringer Ingelheim and USDA covering all costs for the students, including a monthly stipend and costs associated with traveling to and from their schools to the USDA centers and the opportunity to present their research at the National Veterinary Scholar Symposium.
"It's clear from the students' presentations that they have learned a great deal from their mentors and their research work this summer. We hope that this summer's experience has introduced them to the many ways that veterinarians are contributing to science, innovation and the well-being of animals and humans, and that it will inspire them throughout their careers.," said Caroline Belmont, head of U.S. Animal Health Innovation for Boehringer Ingelheim, in her welcome address to participants at the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium.
Several veterinary students and one graduate veterinary researcher are recognized annually at the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium with Boehringer Ingelheim awards in recognition of their early contributions to research advancing animal and human health.
Dr. Ashley M. Rasys, from the University of Georgia, received the 2022 Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Research Award for Graduate Veterinarians, which recognizes graduate veterinarians who have completed or will soon complete a Ph.D. program or are in their final years of residency training in veterinary pathology, medicine, surgery, radiology/ imaging, or laboratory animal medicine. Dr. Rasys' work has focused on genome editing in reptiles, with the intention to develop a cheaper and more efficient method to edit the chicken genome in order to help mitigate pathogen spread and disease among birds. Dr. Rosemary Bayless, from North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, also was recognized as Veterinary Graduate honorable mention.
Sydney Womack, from Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine, received the 2022 Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Research Award for Veterinary Students. Womack's research has focused on the exploration of proteomics across species to identify potential biomarkers for osteoarthritis in animal and humans.
Lauren Ellison, from Mississippi State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, and Myranda Gorman, from University of Tennessee's College of Veterinary Medicine, also received recognition as honorable mention Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Research Scholars.
The Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Scholars Program was established more than 30 years ago to introduce veterinary medical students to biomedical research. At each participating school, Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Scholars are assigned a mentor and laboratory. Each scholar conducts a hypothesis-driven research project. The research project is typically conducted over a 10-12-week period during the summer, with students presenting their work at the conclusion. More than 5,000 students have received stipends from Boehringer Ingelheim to conduct research since the program started. More information is available at http://veterinaryscholars.boehringer-ingelheim.com/.
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health is working on first-in-class innovation for the prediction, prevention, and treatment of diseases in animals. For veterinarians, pet owners, producers, and governments in more than 150 countries, we offer a large and innovative portfolio of products and services to improve the health and well-being of companion animals and livestock.
As a global leader in the animal health industry and as part of the family-owned Boehringer Ingelheim, we take a long-term perspective. The lives of animals and humans are interconnected in deep and complex ways. We know that when animals are healthy, humans are healthier too. By using the synergies between our Animal Health and Human Pharma businesses and by delivering value through innovation, we enhance the health and well-being of both.
Learn more about Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA at https://bi-animalhealth.com/
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ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueHalo, a leading provider to the national security community of critical capabilities and technologies across Space, Air, and Cyber domains announced today the appointment of industry veteran, Trip Ferguson as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Trip brings more than 20 years of experience in the military and as an operator in the defense and government services industries, having spent the last 10 years as an operating executive for private-equity backed and publicly traded companies.
BlueHalo was launched as a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners ("ACP") three years ago with the vision of building an enduring, disruptive platform capable of delivering critical technologies and services to address near-peer and asymmetric threats faced by our Nation. "We've spent the last three years building a foundational base to disrupt our market and have built exceptional momentum across every domain and technology area of focus," said Jonathan Moneymaker, Chief Executive Officer of BlueHalo, "We could not have found a more qualified partner in Trip to help us capitalize on that momentum and drive BlueHalo forward into the next chapter as our customers continue to rely on BlueHalo as that alternative challenger prime in our market."
As COO, Ferguson will be responsible for day-to-day operations, program execution and serve as a key member of the senior executive leadership team as the company continues to transition its disruptive products and programs to full-rate production and new programs of record.
"I am incredibly excited to partner with Jonathan, ACP, and the rest of the men and women of BlueHalo as we usher in the next chapter for the business and further cement our position as an industry disruptor and key alternative prime," said Trip Ferguson, COO of BlueHalo. "BlueHalo's market position and operating structure will allow the company to continue to provide world-class technology and services to our customers for years to come, and I am simply thrilled to be a part of that."
BlueHalo is purpose-built to provide industry-leading capabilities in the domains of Space Superiority, Space Technology, Directed Energy/cUAS, Autonomy, Advanced RF, Cyber, and SIGINT. BlueHalo focuses on inspired engineering to develop, transition, and field next generation capabilities to solve the most complex challenges of our customers' critical missions and reestablish our national security posture in the near-peer contested arena. www.bluehalo.com
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- Presented initial seribantumab proof-of-concept data from Phase 2 CRESTONE study at ASCO 2022, including 33% response rate with two complete responses across all tumor types harboring NRG1 fusions
- Seribantumab granted Fast Track designation by FDA for tumor-agnostic treatment of solid tumors harboring NRG1 fusions
- Entered into an exclusive license agreement with CSPC Pharmaceutical Group to develop and commercialize EO-3021 (SYSA1801), a differentiated, clinical stage ADC targeting Claudin18.2 in solid tumors
- Secured $50 million loan facility with K2 HealthVentures, supporting the license of EO-3021 (SYSA-1801)
NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevation Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: ELEV), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of precision oncology products for patients with genomically defined cancers, today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, and highlighted recent progress.
"Presenting the first-ever Phase 2 CRESTONE data for seribantumab at ASCO 2022, including two complete responses and two partial responses in patients whose tumors harbor NRG1 fusions, was a significant milestone for Elevation. We also completed the enrollment of the first 20 patients into Cohort 1 of CRESTONE, another milestone, and now look forward to reporting additional interim data from the ongoing study in the first half of next year," said Shawn M. Leland, PharmD, RPh, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Elevation Oncology. "Additionally, we are excited to announce the licensing of EO-3021, a differentiated antibody-drug conjugate targeting Claudin18.2 which is highly expressed especially in several types of cancers including gastrointestinal tumors. Our expanded pipeline now includes two clinical candidates for patients with solid tumors and speaks to the successful execution of our business development strategy to build an industry leading precision oncology company."
Recent Progress and Highlights
Seribatumab
- Initial Phase 2 CRESTONE data presented in oral presentation at ASCO 2022. As of the April 18, 2022 cut-off date, findings presented at ASCO 2022 represent positive clinical proof-of-concept data supporting the potential of seribantumab to induce deep and durable benefit for patients with tumors harboring NRG1 fusions.
- Seribantumab received Fast Track designation. In May 2022, Elevation Oncology announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) decision to grant Fast Track designation to seribantumab for the tumor-agnostic treatment of advanced solid tumors harboring NRG1 gene fusions. A drug candidate that receives Fast Track designation is afforded greater access to the FDA for the purpose of expediting the drug's development, review and potential approval, and allows for eligibility for Accelerated Approval and Priority Review if relevant criteria are met.
- First 20 patients enrolled into Cohort 1 of the Phase 2 CRESTONE study. Elevation Oncology achieved its enrollment milestone for the CRESTONE study in mid-2022. Patients in Cohort 1 have advanced solid tumors harboring NRG1 fusions as determined by local testing, have had no prior pan-ERBB, HER2 or HER3 targeted therapy, and are treated with seribantumab 3g QW. The Company is on track to report additional interim data from Cohort 1 including results in the first half of 2023.
EO-3021
- Expanded pipeline through licensing of EO-3021. In July 2022, Elevation Oncology announced an exclusive licensing agreement with CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Limited, to develop and commercialize EO-3021 (SYSA1801), a differentiated, clinical-stage anti-Claudin18.2 antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), in all global territories outside of Greater China. The agreement includes an upfront payment of $27 million to CSPC. CSPC will also be eligible to receive up to $148 million in potential development and regulatory milestones and up to $1.0 billion in potential commercial milestones, plus royalties on net sales. Elevation Oncology expects to initiate a Phase 1 clinical trial in the US to evaluate EO-3021 in solid tumors in 2023.
Corporate
- Secured $50 million loan facility. In July 2022, Elevation Oncology secured a $50 million loan facility from K2 HealthVentures, a leading healthcare-focused investment firm. An initial tranche of $30 million was made available immediately, with a second tranche consisting of up to $20 million to be available in the future, subject to both parties' mutual agreement. The initial proceeds from the facility were used primarily to fund an upfront payment of $27 million for the licensing of EO-3021 (SYSA1801) from CSPC Pharmaceutical Group.
Expected Upcoming Milestones and Operational Objectives
- Additional interim seribantumab data from the Phase 2 CRESTONE study are expected in the first half of 2023
- Phase 1 clinical trial in the US to evaluate EO-3021 expected to initiate in 2023
- Topline data for seribantumab from the Phase 2 CRESTONE study results are expected in 2024
- Ongoing target evaluation and continued execution of the Company's strategy for future pipeline expansion
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
As of June 30, 2022, the Company had cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities totaling $122.5 million, compared to $132.1 million as of March 31, 2022.
Research and development expenses for the second quarter 2022 were $16.3 million, compared to $3.9 million for the second quarter 2021. The increase in R&D expense was primarily related to an increase in manufacturing, personnel costs and other expenses associated with the Phase 2 CRESTONE study.
General and administrative expenses for the second quarter 2022 were $3.8 million, compared to $1.1 million for the second quarter 2021. The increase in G&A expense was primarily related to personnel costs, professional services and other administrative costs.
Net loss for the second quarter 2022 was $19.9 million, compared to $5.1 million for the second quarter 2021.
Financial Outlook
Elevation Oncology expects its cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities as of June 30, 2022, and following the licensing of EO-3021 and the initial tranche of the loan facility, to fund current operations, including the continued development of seribantumab and EO-3021, into 2024.
About Elevation Oncology, Inc.
Elevation Oncology is founded on the belief that every patient living with cancer deserves to know what is driving the growth of their disease and have access to therapeutics that can stop it. We aim to make genomic tests actionable by selectively developing drugs to inhibit the specific alterations that have been identified as drivers of tumor growth. Together with our peers, we work towards a future in which each tumor's unique genomic test result can be matched with a purpose-built precision medicine to enable an individualized treatment plan for each patient. Our most advanced candidate, seribantumab, is intended to inhibit tumor growth driven by NRG1 fusions and is currently being evaluated in the Phase 2 CRESTONE study for patients with solid tumors of any origin that have an NRG1 gene fusion. Details on the Phase 2 CRESTONE study are available at www.NRG1fusion.com. Our other product candidate, EO-3021, is a differentiated, clinical stage antibody drug conjugate that targets Claudin18.2 and is currently being developed for the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers. For more information, visit www.ElevationOncology.com.
Forward Looking Statements:
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, anticipated preclinical and clinical development activities, expected timing of announcements of clinical results, potential benefits of seribantumab, EO-3021 and Elevation Oncology's other future product candidates, potential opportunities to expand Elevation Oncology's product candidate pipeline, potential market opportunities for seribantumab, EO-3021 and Elevation Oncology's other future product candidates, the ability of seribantumab, EO-3021 and Elevation Oncology's other future product candidates to treat their targeted indications, and Elevation Oncology's expectations about its cash runway. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements may be accompanied by such words as "aim," "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "goal," "intend," "may," "might," "plan," "potential," "possible," "will," "would," and other words and terms of similar meaning. Although Elevation Oncology believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, Elevation Oncology cannot guarantee future events, results, actions, levels of activity, performance or achievements, and the timing and results of biotechnology development and potential regulatory approval is inherently uncertain. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause Elevation Oncology's actual activities or results to differ significantly from those expressed in any forward-looking statement, including risks and uncertainties related to Elevation Oncology's ability to advance its product candidates, the timing and results of preclinical studies and clinical trials, approvals and commercialization of product candidates, the receipt and timing of potential regulatory designations, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Elevation Oncology's business, Elevation Oncology's ability to fund development activities and achieve development goals, Elevation Oncology's ability to protect intellectual property, Elevation Oncology's ability to establish and maintain collaborations with third parties and other risks and uncertainties described under the heading "Risk Factors" in documents Elevation Oncology files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release, and Elevation Oncology undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
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QAnon loyalists, COVID deniers, neo-Nazis and a former American president: The list of people banned from Twitter is long, but their exile could soon come to an end if Elon Musk’s $44 billion offer for the platform is approved.
Musk, the world’s richest man and the owner of SpaceX and Tesla, calls himself a free speech absolutist who believes in allowing any content that doesn’t run afoul of the law.
While Musk hasn’t offered specifics about how he would run the platform, his musings are prompting celebrations from some of those muzzled by Twitter, even as they alarm internet safety experts who predict a rise in harassment, hate speech and misinformation about topics like vaccines and elections.
“There’s no reason why these folks wouldn’t want to be in this space,” said Jaime Longoria, manager of research and training at the Disinfo Defense League, a non-profit that works with local organizations to combat the effects of misinformation. “Ultimately I think Elon’s premise to save the public square is going to create a square that nobody wants to be in.”
From former President Donald Trump to conspiracy theorist Alex Jones to white supremacist David Duke, here’s a look at who might be coming back to Twitter if Musk’s offer to buy it is approved.
TWEETER IN CHIEF
Trump said he won’t return to Twitter even if Musk lifts the ban imposed following the deadly Jan. 6, 2021, attackon the U.S. Capitol. The platform cited concerns of further incitement to violence.
Followinghis banishment,Trump created his own platform, Truth Social, whichlaunched earlier this year.
“I am not going on Twitter. I am going to stay on Truth,” Trump told Fox News this past week. “I hope Elon buys Twitter because he’ll make improvements to it and he is a good man, but I am going to be staying on Truth.”
Trump built one of the world’s largest Twitter followings before his suspension, using his account to demean critics, spread lies about the 2020 election and amplify potentially dangerous misinformation about COVID-19.
Despite what the former president said, returning to Twitter may be too tempting to resist, said Emerson Brooking, resident fellow at the Digital Forensic Research Lab of the Atlantic Council.
“If Donald Trump is the presidential nominee for the Republican Party in 2024, it’s almost unthinkable that he won’t return to Twitter the moment he has the opportunity to do so,” Brooking said.
Two former top advisers to Trump — Steve Bannon and Roger Stone — were also banned by Twitter after repeatedly violating their rules. Bannon was kicked off for calling for the beheading of Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease specialist.
Stone, ultimately suspended for a series of vulgar threats against CNN journalists, tried to create a new Twitter account Thursday but was quickly re-suspended.
Other Trump allies kicked off Twitter include Michael Flynn and Sidney Powell, Lin Wood and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who was permanently banned in January for repeatedly spreading misinformation about COVID-19 and vaccine safety.
HATE SPEECH AND WHITE SUPREMACISM
Perhaps the trickiest challenge for Musk will be content that, while legal, preaches hate based on things like race, gender, sexual orientation or religion.
White supremacists banned by Twitter include Duke and the Proud Boys organization, along with far-right trolls like one who goes by the name Baked Alaska, who promoted anti-Semitic tropes and faces charges stemming from his involvement in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Twitter’s efforts to police hate speech have had mixed results. While some extremist leaders have been vanquished, a quick search of the platform turns up numerous racist slurs and attacks.
Several admitted white supremacists still on Twitter celebrated news of Musk’s interest in the platform, predicting this ownership will mean looser rules. “We are liberated!” one wrote this week.
“The extremists are celebrating,” tweeted Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League. “They believe he will usher in a ‘new era’ on Twitter & that they’ll return to the platform. This is dangerous.”
CONSPIRACY THEORISTS AND QANON
Twitter began cracking down on QAnon content on its platform years ago and accelerated the process following the attack on the Capitol. More than 150,000 accounts had been suspended as of last year, according to the company’s latest update.
QAnon followers advocate a conspiracy theory rooted in the baseless belief that Trump was fighting so-called deep state enemies and a cabal of Satan-worshipping cannibals operating a child sex trafficking ring. The mob that stormed the Capitol included some believers.
Now, some of them are eager to get back on Twitter.
“The Twitter deal is done,” Ron Watkins, a prominent QAnon leader, wrote on the platform Telegram. Watkins’ Twitter account was spiked last year. “Banned accounts will be restored,” he predicted.
Other conspiracy theorists have also felt Twitter’s sting, though usually only when their stated beliefs have pushed over into hate or harassment.
David Icke was kicked off the platform two years ago for spreading misinformation about COVID-19, including claims that Jews and 5G towers were behind the pandemic. Icke is a prominent advocate of the belief that a race of lizard people have taken over the Earth by posing as human leaders.
Alex Jones, the creator of Infowars, was permanently banned in 2018 for abusive behavior. Jones recently lost a defamation casefiled by the parents of children killed in the 2012 Newtown, Connecticut, school shooting over Jones’ repeated claims that the shooting was fake. Twenty first graders and six teachers were killed in the massacre. Infowars is now seeking bankruptcy protection.
HAPPY IN EXILE?
Trump may not be the only user kicked off Twitter who ends up happy in a new home. Other new platforms, like Gab, GETTR and Parler, have grown in recent years by catering to conservative and far-right users who dislike Twitter and Facebook’s moderation policies.
The new sites have little to no moderation, meaning Nazi imagery, homophobic threats and misogynistic content can be easily found alongside conversations about U.S. politics and culture.
After Musk’s purchase offer, Gab CEO Andrew Torba predicted the billionaire will struggle to realize his vision for Twitter. While Trump may be sticking with his own new platform for competitive reasons, other conservatives may not be immediately tempted by Musk’s promises of free speech absolutism. Twitter’s employees, for one, may put up a fight, according to Torba.
Parler CEO George Farmer sounded a similar note in a message to users.
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A hallmark of the ongoing monkeypox outbreak is that most cases have been linked to sexual activity, and this has prompted some debate around whether to describe the illness as a sexually transmitted disease.
"Many infectious diseases, although we will classify them in one manner of transmission, have multiple mechanisms of transmission," said Dr. Amesh Adalja, a senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Monkeypox may spread sexually, he noted, but it is clearly spreading through non-sexual close contact, as well.
"I don't think we have enough information at this point to completely classify it. I think there's some suggestions, but there's more study that needs to be done," Adalja said.
"There are other infections -- for example, syphilis -- that spread through other ways other than sexual transmission," he said. "Zika virus is a mosquito-borne illness, but it can also be spread sexually. The question to me is more about making sure we're clear on what's going on from a physiological standpoint before you would make that type of claim."
Some experts argue that labeling monkeypox as an STD could be not only misleading but potentially harmful for public health.
"A negative about suggesting that monkeypox is an STD is that people who are not having sex think immediately, 'OK, I'm not going to get it,' " said Dr. Saju Mathew, an Atlanta-based primary care physician and public health specialist.
"What a lot of people will think is it's like herpes or gonorrhea or chlamydia -- meaning you have to have sex to get it. That's not true. So that is why it's dangerous to suggest that it is only exclusively transmitted via sex. That's misinformation," he said. "It is transmitted via sex in a majority of cases, but it's not exclusively transmitted via intimate contact. You can also get it through non-intimate contact."
David Harvey, executive director of the National Coalition of STD Directors, said he and his colleagues refer to monkeypox as a "sexually associated" infection for now.
"With the data that is available now, we know that the primary mode of transmission is sexually associated -- contact that is of a sexual nature. Technically, a sexually transmitted infection is defined as an exchange of genital fluid that have a virus or bacteria that is associated with a sexually transmitted infection," Harvey said. "We need the science that shows definitively that this is an infection that can be passed by semen or genital fluids, and the science on that is not quite clear yet, which is why we're calling this sexually associated."
What makes an STD
STDs, also known as sexually transmitted infections or STIs, are infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact such as vaginal, oral or anal sex. In some cases, these infections also can spread through skin-to-skin intimate contact, as with herpes and HPV.
The long history of STDs dates to archaic times. Some studies suggest that migrations of modern human ancestors can be associated with HPV, types of herpes and other sexually transmitted diseases.
In modern times, a study out of Nigeria was among the first recent reports to describe the possible sexual transmission of monkeypox. That country experienced a large outbreak of monkeypox in humans in September 2017, and the study about it was published in the journal PLOS One in 2019. Previously, human-to-human transmission was thought to primarily occur by means of saliva or respiratory droplets or direct contact with the pus or crust of lesions.
"There is no formal process to label an infection as an STI or STD," Kristen Nordlund, a spokesperson for the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, wrote in an email to CNN on Monday. "Experts generally determine, scientifically, if a pathogen can be transmitted through sex, in which case it's called 'sexually transmissible.' And how frequently the infection is referred to as an STI relates to the proportion of transmissions accounted for by sex vs some other route -- but there is no 'rubric' that is used to guide this determination."
She said monkeypox can be described more accurately as "sexually transmissible," as sex is one of the ways the virus can spread -- but not the only way.
"Sex is a human behavior. If stigma wasn't associated with infections transmitted through sex, there would be less concern of implications for saying monkeypox is an STI for people who are more heavily impacted," Nordlund wrote. "It's also important to look at this question globally -- and keep in mind the implications for this label vary depending on where you are in the world. For example, there are countries where homosexuality is penalized by prison or even death. Labeling monkeypox as a STI or STD could have far-reaching consequences in these countries."
The monkeypox virus can spread during skin-to-skin contact, direct contact with a monkeypox rash or scabs from an infected person, or direct contact with their respiratory secretions. Scientists are still researching whether monkeypox can be spread through semen or vaginal fluids.
Although the risk is low, there is also some potential for the virus to spread through items or surfaces like clothing, bedding or towels that were used by someone with monkeypox.
Mathew said the skin lesions caused by a monkeypox infection actually could be mistaken for a common STD like herpes or syphilis, and in some cases, a person with monkeypox could have coinfections with common sexually transmitted diseases.
When he treated his first monkeypox patient in Atlanta, Mathew immediately noticed that the person had the typical lesions on his face. But the 25-year-old man also had buttocks pain, Mathew said. "He ended up having another STD in addition to monkeypox," which was herpes.
Mathew added that about 25% of monkeypox patients in the US have had STD co-infections.
Harvey said that "when diagnosing monkeypox, you have to test for monkeypox, but you also have to do the range of other STI tests to ensure that those are either ruled out or diagnosed as well."
"We do happen to have the highest sexually transmitted infection rates in the US, basically in American history. So it's not surprising that we're diagnosing more STIs in the context of the current monkeypox outbreak," he said. "Anecdotally, we're hearing from some of our clinics across the country that they're seeing rates anywhere of 15% to 40% of coinfections with other STIs, but we don't have national data on that right now."
The CDC's clinical guidance tells health care providers, "It is important to comprehensively evaluate patients presenting with genital or perianal ulcers for STIs. However, co-infections with monkeypox and STIs have been reported and the presence of an STI does not rule out monkeypox."
Combating stigma
Any efforts to call monkeypox a sexually transmitted infection "will only increase stigma and ignores other means of transmission," Jason Farley, nurse scientist and the inaugural Leadership and Innovation Endowed Chair at the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, wrote in an email to CNN.
"The virus is spreading among close contacts and sexual networks within the gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men communities. We have also seen spread, although limited thus far, within households with cases in men, women and children. The latter is transmission likely through skin-to-skin contact of parents and children, but environmental contamination resulting in transmission is also possible," Farley wrote.
"If we look at how the AIDS response unfolded, for example, it took almost a decade to get the heterosexual community to pay attention and realize that HIV was not a gay disease," he wrote. "We cannot allow the same form of inaccurate information to guide our public health practice today."
Harvey, of the National Coalition of STD Directors, said that stigma is something STD clinics combat daily and he worries about the monkeypox outbreak being stigmatized in the context of it being a sexually associated disease.
"We don't want people to dismiss this as a sexually transmitted infection, but at some level, this buys into the stigma of sexually transmitted infections," he said. "And so, for those of us who work in this field on a full-time basis and deal with these issues every day in and out, we want to do everything we can to break down stigma, especially in relation to sexually transmitted infections, so that we're ensuring people get tested and treated free of shame or fear."
Overall, whether or not monkeypox is designated an STD, Harvey said the response to the outbreak is weighing down STD clinics.
"STI and sexual health clinics across the country are bearing the brunt of responding to testing and treatment needs right now -- and they don't have additional funding to handle the influx of patients. We're also seeing other sexually transmitted infection testing and care already getting disrupted," Harvey said.
One survey of more than 80 clinics, conducted by the National Coalition of STD Directors, between July 26 and 29 found that 63% have received referrals from other health care providers for suspected monkeypox cases, 52% have served people who have been turned away from other providers, and 40% have incurred unanticipated expenses for supplies or personnel due to monkeypox response.
Also, 65% of clinics have had to modify workflows to manage monkeypox, such as changing from walk-in clinics to appointment-only, and 22% have had to reduce either symptomatic or asymptomatic screening for other STIs to prioritize monkeypox services.
There is "a lack of additional funding, a lack of federal funding, that can directly support these programs," Harvey said. "These programs need support for supplies, testing, to pay for testing, they need additional staff hours and other types of capacity to help support the response for this outbreak."
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Innovate, integrate, develop, and scale your firm with Rejolut's Blockchain offerings.
AUSTIN, Texas, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aiming to make blockchain adoption universally accessible, Rejolut, an award-winning blockchain development company, offers professional blockchain and DLT solutions consultancy to start-ups and enterprises. As the truth about technology today is much more nuanced, it is evident that it enables organizations to practice strategic judgment. Blockchain is one such crucial technology, as it is critical to regulating and maintaining administrative control in organizations.
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Keeping customers at the core of their decision-making, Rejolut takes pride in offering best-in-class innovation and quality in the work they deliver. The framework and execution offered by Rejolut allow firms to figure out where to begin building their organizational capabilities for blockchain. With a team of seasoned professionals coupled with a vast array of technological capabilities, Rejolut is an ideal company to partner with to begin your firm's blockchain journey.
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US Secretary of Education seeks public’s feedback on plan to lower student loan debt
Secretary Miguel Cardona said, “we’re trying to fix a broken system.”
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - For many American families and students, a college degree comes with the burden of student loan debt.
Now, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona says he is working to fix a system that calls ‘broken.’ He’s asking the public to weigh in over the next 30 days on a new plan by the U.S. Department of Education to bring many Americans relief.
“The President made it very clear when I became Secretary. Fix the broken system so more Americans can access higher education without being buried in debt or being afraid of the process. The system was broken. Right? So this announcement is really one step to make sure that we’re keeping our borrowers at the center, we’re keeping our students at the center,” said Cardona.
The new proposed regulations zero in on stopping predatory practices and giving borrowers more options. The proposed rules also aim to stop interest capitalization which occurs when unpaid interest is added to the principal balance of a loan. The regulations also seek to widen the amount of students eligible for public service loan forgiveness.
“Public service loan forgiveness is for public servants right? Teachers, nurses, folks who choose public service not because of the money but because they want to make their community better. This was intended to give those folks loan forgiveness so that they’re not spending the rest of their lives paying off loans when they serve the public,” said Cardona. “And we’re widening the net, if you will, of those who are eligible for it. For example, there are medical doctors who choose to serve in a nonprofit hospital as opposed to going into private sector or private practice where they make more, they’re going into public service. So we want them to be eligible as well.”
Another facet of the proposal is to alleviate burdens for borrowers whose schools closed or lied to them. That includes giving borrowers more options to have a day in court if they have pending disputes with their colleges.
“We’re now protecting folks who went into this, have loans, but their schools lied to them about what they can do when they get their degree. So these folks have loans that they have to repay. The institutions that they went to misled them. We want to provide loan forgiveness to those folks as well,” said Cardona. “Another thing that I want to mention here, really important- we heard loud and clear from American people all over the country that interest capitalization is an issue. The interest that accrues on these loans often times buries these folks where they can’t get a home or they can’t move on in life because the interest has accumulated so much. We’re trying to prevent interest accumulation. We’re not trying to make money on loans here. We want our folks that get their degrees to get their education, pay off their loans in a way that they’re not tethered to them for the rest of their lives and move on with their life. That’s what we’re trying to do here with this announcement.”
Read the full details of the new proposals here.
Anyone who wants to weigh in on the new proposal, can do so on regulations.gov.
The U.S. Secretary of Education added that he urges anyone who thinks they may be eligible for public service loan forgiveness to check studentaid.gov immediately because he said they may be eligible for relief right now.
“My goal is not just to relieve some of the debt, but to fix a system that has been broken and that perpetuates the haves and the have nots in this country. So day one, public service, loan forgiveness. We fix that borrower defense. We’ve been working really hard. You heard the announcement about Corinthian. We’re simplifying the process. We’re revamping FSA (Federal Student Aid) We have an enforcement unit back up and running. The system has to be better so that more Americans can have access to it,” said Cardona.
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LONDON, ON, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - INDIVA Limited (the "Company" or "INDIVA") (TSXV: NDVA) (OTCQX: NDVAF) is pleased to announce the results of its annual general meeting of shareholders (the "Meeting"). At the Meeting, Indiva shareholders approved: (i) the re-election of the seven nominated directors, being Niel Marotta, Andre Lafleche, Hugh Hamish Sutherland, John Marotta, James Yersh, Russell Wilson and Rachel Goldman; (ii) the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company's auditors; and, (iii) the adoption of the Company's amended and restated omnibus incentive plan. The resolutions are fully described in the Management Information Circular dated May 9, 2022 related to the Meeting, which can be found under the Company's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com.
The Company has received strong initial orders from the Ontario Cannabis Store ("OCS") for the load-in and launch of Grön Pearls gummies in Ontario. Initial deliveries of the first four Pearls gummie SKUs will occur in July 2022 and include unique flavours and cannabinoid profiles such as Blue Razzleberry 3:1 CBG:THC, Blackberry Lemonade 1:1:1 CBN:CBD:THC, Pomegranate 4:1 CBD:THC, and Sour Green Apple THC. Each container will contain five sugar-coated sphere-shaped gummies. Deliveries of Pearls to additional provinces is expected to occur in late Q3.
Indiva recently received final confirmation from the OCS for the listing of an additional 25 new SKUs, including five SKUs which will participate in the "Flow-through" program. These additional listings bring Indiva's OCS listings to a total of 60 SKUs, up from the current level of 35 SKUs. The newly accepted SKUs are across six brands: Indiva Life(including lozenges, cookies and chocolates), Artisan Batch, Grön Pearls (including three SKUs in addition to the initial four Pearls SKUs slated for the July launch described above), Grön Pips, Dime Vapes and Bhang Chocolate. All SKUs are expected to launch in Ontario in September and October 2022, as well as additional provinces beginning in Q3.
The Company also wishes to provide an update to its net revenue guidance provided in its Q1 2022 financial results press release, dated May 19, 2022. Due to delays in deliveries of new products, and delays in provincial delivery appointments, the Company now expects net revenue to decline sequentially from Q1 2022. Excluding the impact of these delays, net revenue would have been higher on a sequential basis, as per the Company's previous guidance. The Company maintains its guidance for higher sequential and year-over-year net revenue growth in the second half of 2022, driven by new product introductions. The Company also remains on track to begin the commissioning and implementation of automation in processing and packaging at its production facility in London, Ontario in the second half of 2022.
Finally, the Company has recently added two additional medical platforms, one in Ontario and another in the Province of Quebec, for the distribution of products produced by Indiva. The Company will continue to look to add additional medical platforms to its national distribution platform, which covers all 13 provinces and territories in Canada.
Indiva sets the standard for quality and innovation in cannabis. As a Canadian licensed producer, Indiva produces and distributes award-winning cannabis products nationally, including Bhang® Chocolate, WanaTM Sour Gummies, Jewels Chewable Tablets, Grön edibles, Dime IndustriesTM vape products, as well as capsules, edibles, extracts, pre-rolls and premium flower under the INDIVA, Indiva Life and Artisan Batch brands. Click here to connect with Indiva on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, and here to find more information on the Company and its products.
Certain information contained in this news release constitutes forward-looking information. All information other than information of historical fact is forward-looking information. Statements that address activities, events or developments that the Company believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future include, but are not limited to, statements regarding product development, delivery and purchase and estimates and/or assumptions in respect of the Company's financial and business outlook are forward-looking information. The use of any of the words "intend", "anticipate", "plan", "continue", "estimate", "expect", "may", "will", "project", "should", "would", "believe", "predict" and "potential" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking information. This information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking information. No assurance can be given that this information will prove to be correct and such forward-looking information included in this news release should not be unduly relied upon.
Forward-looking information is subject to a number of risks and other factors that could cause actual results and events to vary materially from that anticipated by such forward-looking information. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from expected results described in forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the duration and spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and its severity; uncertainties of estimates of capital and operating costs and production estimates; uncertainties related to the delivery and sale of products; the ability of the Company to meet its financial obligations, fund capital expenditures and comply with covenants contained in the agreements that govern the sale of products and licensed products; stock market volatility; the continued supply of materials required for production of Company products and those risk factors set out in the Company's disclosure documents available under the Company's profile at www.sedar.com. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of risks, uncertainties and assumptions are not exhaustive. The forward-looking information included in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement and is made as of the date of this news release. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information except as required by applicable securities laws.
This news release contains future oriented financial information and/or financial outlook information (together, "FOFI") about the Company's net revenue. FOFI is subject to the same assumptions, risk factors, limitations and qualifications as set forth in the above paragraph. The Company has included the FOFI to provide an outlook of management's expectations regarding anticipated activities and results, and such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company and management believe that the FOFI reflects management's reasonable estimates and judgements; however, actual results of operations and the resulting financial results may vary. Any financial outlook information speaks only as of the date on which it is made and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any financial outlook information except as required by applicable securities laws.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) has in any way passed upon the merits of the information contained herein and neither of the foregoing entities accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release or has in any way approved or disapproved of the contents of this press release.
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Mama June is back and she talked about her road to recovery and her life in the limelight.
Mama June shared she has been sober for 29 months, and she talked about her newest series “Mama June: Road to Redemption.” The show focuses on Mama June and her family, who are on their way to reconciliation and navigating their way back into each others lives.
“Mama June: Road to Redemption” returns May 13th. You can watch the premiere on WEtv and every Tuesday following you can stream it on AllBlk.
This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on May 9, 2022. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/mama-june-talks-about-her-sobriety-and-her-road-to-redemption/ | 2022-05-10T19:49:14Z |
NEW YORK, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Sharps Compliance Corp. ("Sharps Compliance" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SMED) in connection with the proposed tender offer for the Company by an affiliate of Aurora Capital Partners. Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive $8.75 in cash for each share of Sharps Compliance common stock owned.
If you own Sharps Compliance 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/smed
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Weiss Law is investigating whether (i) Sharps Compliance's board of directors acted in the best interests of Company shareholders in agreeing to the proposed transaction, (ii) the $8.75 per-share merger consideration adequately compensates Sharps Compliance's shareholders, and (iii) all information regarding the sales process and valuation of the transaction will be fully and fairly disclosed. Notably, at least one analyst set a price target for the Company of $12.50 per share, $3.75 above the per-share merger consideration.
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
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TORONTO, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Andrew Moor, President and CEO of Equitable Bank, will be participating in a fireside chat at Scotiabank's 23rd Annual Financials Summit on September 7, 2022. Mr. Moor is scheduled to participate from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
A link to the live audio webcast will be available on Equitable Bank's investor relations website at http://eqbank.investorroom.com/events-webcasts and the recording will be available for replay for 90 days.
EQB Inc. trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: EQB) (TSX: EQB.PR.C) and (TSX: EQB.R) and serves more than 360,000 Canadians through its wholly owned subsidiary Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™. Equitable Bank has a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich people's lives. Founded over 50 years ago, Equitable Bank provides diversified personal and commercial banking and through its EQ Bank platform (eqbank.ca), it has been named the top Schedule I Bank in Canada on the Forbes World's Best Banks 2022 and 2021 lists. Please visit equitablebank.ca for details.
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Texas woman drops lawsuit claiming Jerry Jones is her father
DALLAS (AP) — A 25-year-old Texas woman who sued Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, alleging he is her biological father, has dropped her lawsuit.
Alexandra Davis said in court papers filed Wednesday that she now wants genetic testing to verify her claim, The Dallas Morning News reported.
“Alexandra has just decided that she wants to go ahead and proceed with parentage and DNA testing,” said Jay Gray, one of Davis’ lawyers. “She wants to remove any doubts that Jerry’s her father.”
Jones’ attorneys had asked in court filings that the suit be dismissed but did not address the paternity claim. A representative for Jones declined to comment.
The lawsuit alleged that Jones had a relationship with Davis’ mother, Cynthia Davis, who was working as a ticket counter agent for American Airlines in Little Rock, Arkansas, at the time. Alexandra Davis was born in 1996.
Davis and her mother reached a settlement in which Jones would support them financially as long as they didn’t publicly identify him as her father, according to court documents. At the time of the agreement in 1998, Jones denied he was the father.
Jones and his wife, Gene, married in 1963. They have three children, and all have a front-office role with the Cowboys. Jerry Jones is the team president and general manager.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/21/texas-woman-drops-lawsuit-claiming-jerry-jones-is-her-father/ | 2022-04-21T17:15:43Z |
The new line features a blend of prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics for its most comprehensive formula yet
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Garden of Life®, the carbon-neutral leader in science-based formulas made from clean, traceable, organic and non-GMO ingredients, just released a new line of Triple Action Dr. Formulated Probiotics that supports a healthy gut through a holistic blend of prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics. The new line comes in six different formulations, from immune support to women's pH, perfectly targeted to fit any need.
"We learn more every day about the complexity of our gut microbiome and how it affects our overall health," said Brian Ray, president of Garden of Life. "Our innovative triple-action formula provides the comprehensive gut support that's so critical to our well-being in order to empower extraordinary health."
The line of products couldn't come at a better time as many Americans look to establish more normalcy in life, yet their stomachs may be keeping them from their regular routines. New data1 from Garden of Life reveals nearly all Americans (89%) report digestive issues are keeping them from feeling their best, and for one in three people, the problem is so extreme they say it has a huge impact on their life. But Americans are taking action to improve their digestion, as more than 2 in 5 Americans (44%) report taking supplements over the last 12 months in hopes of improving their gut health.
What's Inside the Triple-Action Blend
The Garden of Life team worked collaboratively with David Perlmutter, M.D. – the actual doctor behind "Dr. Formulated" products – to create this exclusive triple action blend. As a distinguished fellow of the American College of Nutrition and New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Perlmutter is often referred to as "America's Brain Health Expert."
The specially formulated triple-action blend helps build and maintain a healthy gut biome. By combining prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics, the elements of the triple-action formula work together to help weed out negative bacteria from the gut, add good bacteria, and give nourishment to help the balanced microbiome flourish.†
- Prebiotic: Built from carbohydrates that humans can't digest, prebiotic fiber serves as an important food source for our gut bacteria to grow and reproduce. The proprietary PreforPro® prebiotic from Garden of Life is effective and fast-acting in a smaller dose, so it doesn't cause the gas or bloating that other higher-dose prebiotics can cause.†
- Probiotic: With up to 18 different strains in each formulation, the probiotics included in the line are clinically studied, highly diverse and highly potent, designed to make an impact and support specific conditions.†
- Postbiotic: Supernatant can be considered an upcycled byproduct from the probiotic fermentation process. This postbiotic addition to the blend is rich in enzymes, acids, proteins, peptides and vitamins, and preliminary studies confirm it makes probiotics even more powerful.†
The Full Triple Action Collection
With six varieties, the Triple Action Dr. Formulated Probiotics line is designed to have an option for everyone. And to promote health for both people and the planet, the line is also Non-GMO Project Verified and certified carbon neutral.
- Probiotics 30 Billion: Designed to be a probiotic that fits most people's needs, this small-capsule probiotic is built for everyday wellness.†
- Probiotics 100 Billion: This extra-strength formula is designed for those who may need a bit of extra support, whether they've had a poor diet recently or are seasoned probiotic users.†
- Probiotics Immune†: With 14 probiotic strains, zinc and vitamin D3, this formula is designed to help support both the immune system and digestive health.†
- Probiotics Women's pH: Formulated with vaginal health in mind, this probiotic includes specific strains that have been shown to support a healthy vaginal pH and promote yeast and bacterial balance.†
- Probiotics Gas & Bloating†: Designed for those whose digestive system may need a bit more attention, the probiotic strains and pre- and post-biotic blends all work together to effectively promote regularity and support digestive comfort.†
- Probiotics Calm†: Evidence suggests that the microbiome influences the molecules our brain releases, hinting at the direct connection between the gut and the brain. This formula includes probiotic strains aimed at supporting mood and relaxation, with the added benefit of organic ashwagandha, which clinical studies show improves stress responses.†
Also Introducing: Dr. Formulated Pre + Probiotic Gummies
In addition to the Triple Action line, Garden of Life is also introducing two new gummy Dr. Formulated Probiotics options for both children and adults. Formulated with prebiotics, probiotics and D3, these gummies balance great taste with high potency, offering multiple probiotic strains and a high CFU count at 10 billion for adults and 5 billion for children.
To learn more, visit gardenoflife.com.
ABOUT GARDEN OF LIFE
Garden of Life is today's recognized leader and innovator in carbon-neutral-certified, whole food, Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified nutrition. Headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, we offer more than 400 time-tested supplements by leading scientists – all to Empower Extraordinary Health. Whether we're making a vitamin or a probiotic or a protein powder, we always start with fresh, real, whole foods that are traceable back to the seed. From there, these foods provide our formulas that give people of all ages the power to be their best. Visit gardenoflife.com to learn more.
1The Garden of Life Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research among 1,000 nationally representative adults ages 18 and over between Jan. 26-30, 2022, using an email invitation and an online survey. The data has been weighted to accurately represent the U.S. adult population 18 years and older.
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
CONTACT:
Emma Mazour
(612) 375-8532
gardenoflife@clynch.com
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Contract modifications provide for T-AO 211, T-AO 212 and ESB 8
SAN DIEGO, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics NASSCO, a subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), announced today that it was awarded $600 million in U.S. Navy contract modifications for long-lead-time material to support construction of the seventh and eighth ships in the John Lewis-class fleet oiler (T-AO) program, as well as the sixth ship in the Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB) program.
"NASSCO shipbuilders are honored to build T-AO 211, T-AO 212 and ESB 8," said Dave Carver, president of General Dynamics NASSCO. "The NASSCO team is excited to work with our Navy partners to ensure the success of both historic programs which are critical in supporting the Navy's forward presence."
The contract modifications for long-lead-time material provide $500 million for T-AO 211 and 212, and $100 million for ESB 8.
Construction is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2023 and continue into 2027, providing the opportunity to sustain and grow the workforce along San Diego's working waterfront. NASSCO's unique location in San Diego Bay provides shipbuilders and skilled tradespeople with access to the nation's leading maritime support businesses, and highly trained employees allow NASSCO to build and repair Navy ships in an efficient manner.
In 2011, the Navy awarded NASSCO with a contract to design and build the first two ships in the newly created Mobile Landing Platform (MLP) program, the USNS Montford Point and USNS John Glenn. The program evolved, adding the USS Lewis B. Puller, USS Hershel "Woody" Williams and the USS Miguel Keith, USNS John L. Canley and the USNS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7), configured and renamed as ESBs. ESBs are highly flexible platforms designed to support multiple maritime-based missions, including Air Mine Counter Measures (AMCM), Special Operations Forces (SOF) and limited crisis response. Acting as a mobile sea base, the 784-foot ship has a 52,000 square-foot flight deck to support MH-53, MH-60, MV-22 tilt-rotor and H1 aircraft operations. Following the delivery of the first five ships to the U.S. Navy, the sixth ship, the USNS John L. Canley, was christened on June 25. The USNS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7), the seventh ship, is currently under construction.
In 2016, the Navy awarded NASSCO with a contract to design and build the first six ships in the next generation of fleet oilers, the John Lewis-class (T-AO 205), previously known as the TAO(X). Designed to transfer fuel to U.S. Navy carrier strike group ships operating at sea, the 742-feet vessels have a full load displacement of 49,850 tons, with the capacity to carry 157,000 barrels of oil, a significant dry cargo capacity, aviation capability and up to a speed of 20 knots. The first ship, the future USNS John Lewis (T-AO 205), is scheduled for delivery later this year. The future USNS Harvey Milk (T-AO 206), the future USNS Earl Warren (T-AO 207), and the future USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208), are currently under construction.
General Dynamics NASSCO specializes in the design and construction of Navy and commercial ships and is a major provider of repair services for the U.S. Navy, with capabilities in San Diego; Norfolk, Virginia; Mayport, Florida; and Bremerton, Washington. More information about General Dynamics NASSCO is available at www.nassco.com.
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company that offers a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people worldwide and generated $38.5 billion in revenue in 2021. More information about General Dynamics is available at www.gd.com.
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