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Bipartisan legislation would prevent the implementation of steep Medicare cuts to home health services totaling $18 billion over the next decade
WASHINGTON, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare (The Partnership) and the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) today applauded bipartisan lawmakers in the U.S. Senate for introducing new legislation to prevent a newly proposed 7.69% permanent cut, and an additional $2 billion in "clawback" cuts, to home healthcare services included in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Home Health Prospective Payment System (HHPPS) for CY2023.
Introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Susan Collins (R-ME), The Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2022 S. 4605 would delay the 7.69% payment cut proposed for 2023, which would total $1.33 billion in 2023 alone. The bill would also block additional cuts of more than $2 billion as soon as 2024 due to an unjustified "clawback" of payments for critical home healthcare services delivered to seniors and people with disabilities during the pandemic. Estimates show Medicare's proposed cuts will total $18 billion to providers over the next 10 years.
"We applaud Senators Stabenow and Collins for introducing this legislation, which will protect home health patients and providers from extreme cuts and help ensure continued access to safe, patient-preferred home healthcare for millions of American seniors and individuals with disabilities," said Joanne Cunningham, CEO of the Partnership. "While we continue to educate CMS on the overall impacts of their proposed cuts, we commend lawmakers in Congress for proactively offering legislative solutions to these harmful payment adjustments."
"We are honored to have the support of Senator Stabenow and Senator Collins for many years. Their support in this new battle with Medicare will help ensure that home health agencies can continue to deliver high quality care that is accessible throughout the country. This is a battle for the future of health care at home and we thank the senators for their leadership," said William A. Dombi, President, National Association for Home Care & Hospice. "The legislation will provide essential protection from the devastating rate cut proposed by CMS. We sincerely hope that CMS will support this legislation and recognize the need to work with us to avoid the harm that the current proposal would inflict."
The Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2022 will make the following policy changes:
- Prevent CMS from implementing any permanent or temporary adjustment to home health prospective payment rates prior to 2026. This would delay cuts currently proposed by CMS for 2023 and beyond, allowing more time for CMS to refine its proposed approach to determining budget neutrality in home health.
- Ensure that any adjustments CMS determines to be necessary to offset increases or decreases in estimated aggregate expenditures are made by 2032, such that no cuts would be delayed beyond the end of the budget window.
- The legislation is intended to be self-implementing. It would become effective as of the date of enactment and includes instructions allowing for implementation by program instruction or other means.
Home health leaders have consistently outlined concerns related to CMS' methodology in proposing these payment adjustments while also highlighting significant increases in labor and supply costs across the home health community. A labor cost survey of home health providers conducted in August 2021 concluded that wages and home health industry expenses have increased dramatically since 2019, a trend that continues to worsen as inflation hits its highest point in decades.
"Home health providers are facing enormous pressures today, including historically high costs of delivering quality home healthcare, so these severe and unjust cuts could not come at a worse time," added Cunningham. "We look forward to working with lawmakers in Congress to build support for this legislation to ensure Medicare's proposed cuts are not implemented as proposed."
About the Partnership
The Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare represents community- and hospital-based home healthcare agencies across the U.S. and is dedicated to developing innovative reforms to improve the quality, efficiency and integrity of home healthcare. To learn more, visit www.pqhh.org.
About NAHC
The National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) is a nonprofit organization that represents the nation's 33,000 home care and hospice organizations. NAHC also advocates for the more than two million nurses, therapists, aides, and other caregivers employed by such organizations to provide in-home services to some 12 million Americans each year who are infirm, chronically ill, and disabled. To learn more, visit www.nahc.org.
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Florida family finds 550-pound gator swimming in their pool
By Taylor Lang
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CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Florida (WPBF) — A Florida family was awakened to find a 550-pound gator chilling out in their pool Tuesday morning.
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office posted pictures of the gator on Facebook, saying the family first heard loud noises on their lanai.
When they went out to investigate, they found the gator swimming in the pool.
Deputies said it weighed more than 550 pounds and was nearly 11 feet long.
After investigating, they found that the gator had torn through the screen of the lanai to get to the pool.
The officials gave a reminder to people that it’s important to always check for animals before you go swimming in any body of water.
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NEW YORK, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Loews Corporation (NYSE:L) today reported net income of $338 million, or $1.36 per share, for the first quarter of 2022 compared to net income of $261 million, or $0.97 per share, in the first quarter of 2021.
Net income for the first quarter of 2022 increased compared to the comparable prior year period as CNA Financial, Boardwalk Pipelines, and Loews Hotels & Co all generated strong operating results. CNA experienced higher property & casualty non-catastrophe underwriting results and lower catastrophe losses, offset by lower net investment income and net investment losses compared to net investment gains in the comparable prior year period. Loews Hotels' results improved significantly as the company continues its recovery from reduced travel during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Boardwalk Pipelines' earnings increased due to higher revenues from growth projects recently placed into service. The parent company generated lower net investment income than in the comparable prior year period.
"Loews is off to a tremendous start in 2022, with an almost 30% increase in net income over the prior year's quarter. Each of our consolidated subsidiaries -- CNA Financial, Boardwalk Pipelines, and Loews Hotels -- produced excellent results in the first quarter," said James S. Tisch, President and CEO of Loews Corporation.
Book value per share as of March 31, 2022 was $67.27 compared to $71.84 as of December 31, 2021, reflecting lower net unrealized investment gains due to the rise in interest rates. Book value per share excluding accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) increased to $72.34 as of March 31, 2022 from $71.09 as of December 31, 2021.
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 Compared to Three Months Ended March 31, 2021
CNA's earnings were consistent with the prior year. Property & casualty underwriting results increased, with lower catastrophe losses and higher non-catastrophe underwriting income. Net investment income declined, driven by lower returns from limited partnership and common stock investments. CNA swung from net investment gains last year to net investment losses, attributable to declines in the fair value of non-redeemable preferred stock and lower gains on sales of fixed maturity securities.
Boardwalk Pipelines' earnings increased due primarily to higher revenues from growth projects recently placed into service, partially offset by higher employee-related costs and higher expenses due to an increased asset base from growth projects.
Loews Hotels' results improved significantly, driven by increased occupancy rates due to the rebound in travel, especially at resort destinations, and higher average daily room rates. The hotel properties at the Universal Orlando Resort contributed meaningfully to the period-over-period improvement, as all 9,000 rooms were open for the entire quarter. Although results were significantly better in 2022 compared to 2021, occupancy levels have not rebounded to pre-pandemic levels at some Loews Hotels properties, particularly those located in city centers.
The parent company investment portfolio recorded a loss for the quarter as compared to income in the comparable prior year period primarily due to losses generated by investments in equity securities.
The Corporate & other segment benefited from the absence of unusual items recorded in 2021 related to the recapitalization and sale of 47% of Altium Packaging, including a $35 million deferred tax liability and a $14 million ($10 million after tax) debt extinguishment charge. Additionally, overhead costs at the parent company were lower in 2022 than in the comparable prior year period.
SHARE REPURCHASES
At March 31, 2022, there were 246.4 million shares of Loews common stock outstanding. For the three months ended March 31, 2022, the Company repurchased 2.15 million shares of its common stock at an aggregate cost of $129 million. From April 1, 2022 to April 29, 2022, the Company repurchased an additional 0.3 million shares of its common stock at an aggregate cost of $19 million. Depending on market conditions, the Company may from time-to-time purchase shares of its and its subsidiaries' outstanding common stock in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions or otherwise.
CONFERENCE CALLS
A conference call to discuss the first quarter results of Loews Corporation has been scheduled for today at 10:00 a.m. ET. A live webcast will be available via the Investors/Media section of www.loews.com. Those interested in participating should dial (866) 342-8591, or for international callers, (203) 518-9797. The conference ID number is L1Q22. An online replay will also be available at www.loews.com following the call.
A conference call to discuss the first quarter results of CNA has been scheduled for today at 9:00 a.m. ET. A live webcast will be available via the Investor Relations section of www.cna.com. Those interested in participating should dial (800) 289-0571, or for international callers, (720) 543-0206.
ABOUT LOEWS CORPORATION
Loews Corporation is a diversified company with businesses in the insurance, energy, hospitality, and packaging industries. For more information please visit www.loews.com.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Statements contained in this press release which are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and subject to a variety of risks that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expected by management of the Company. A discussion of the important risk factors and other considerations that could materially impact these matters as well as the Company's overall business and financial performance can be found in the Company's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and readers of this release are urged to review those reports carefully when considering these forward-looking statements. Copies of these reports are available through the Company's website (www.loews.com). Given these risk factors, investors and analysts should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Any such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement to reflect any change in the Company's expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any forward-looking statement is based.
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US shipments to see stronger gains amid pandemic recovery
CLEVELAND, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- US rubber demand is forecast to increase 1.0% per year in nominal terms through 2026 from a high 2021 base, according to Rubber: United States, a report recently released by Freedonia Focus Reports. Suppliers are expected to benefit from projected increases in US production of rubber products, such as tires, hoses, and belts, amid increasing output of transportation equipment and machinery. Demand in nominal terms will also be supported by elevated oil prices, resulting from Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 and subsequent international sanctions.
US shipments of synthetic rubber are forecast to expand 1.7% annually to 2026. Increasing demand for rubber as the economy continues to recover from the negative effects of COVID-19 will boost shipments. Competition from foreign suppliers, as well as alternatives to synthetic rubber, will prevent faster gains. Higher crude oil prices – and subsequently higher prices for petroleum-based rubber products, which may benefit domestic shipments in nominal terms in the short run – will lead manufacturers toward alternatives to synthetic rubber, particularly ones that are more environmentally sustainable.
These and other key insights are featured in Rubber: United States. This report forecasts to 2022 and 2026 US rubber demand and synthetic rubber shipments in nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level. Total demand is segmented by type in terms of:
- styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR)
- polybutadiene (BR)
- natural rubber
- chloroprene rubber (CR); isobutylene isoprene, or butyl, rubber (IIR); isoprene rubber (IR); and nitrile rubber (NBR)
- ethylene-propylene diene monomer (EPDM)
- other synthetic rubbers such as acrylic and fluoroelastomers
To illustrate historical trends, total demand, total shipments, the various segments, and trade are provided in annual series from 2011 to 2021.
The scope of this report is defined as thermoset elastomers and excludes thermoplastic elastomers (e.g., thermoplastic polyurethanes) as well as silicone elastomers. Reclaimed rubber is also excluded. Rubber demand represents the raw elastomers, before the compounding stage. Re-exports of rubber are excluded from demand and trade figures.
More information about the report is available at:
https://www.freedoniafocusreports.com/Rubber-United-States-FF50017/?progid=91541
About Freedonia Focus Reports
Each month, The Freedonia Group – a division of MarketResearch.com – publishes over 20 new or updated Freedonia Focus Reports, providing fresh, unbiased analysis on a wide variety of markets and industries. Published in 20-30 pages, Focus Report coverage ranges from raw materials to finished manufactured goods and related services such as freight and construction. Additional Materials & Chemicals reports can be purchased at Freedonia Focus Reports or MarketResearch.com.
Analysis is intended to guide the busy reader through pertinent topics in rapid succession, including:
- total historical market size and industry output
- segmentation by products and markets
- identification of market drivers, constraints, and key indicators
- segment-by-segment outlook in five-year forecasts
- a survey of the supply base
- suggested resources for further study
Press Contact:
Corinne Gangloff
+1 440.842.2400
cgangloff@freedoniagroup.com
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SINGAPORE, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XT.COM listed CARAC (CARAC) in both the Innovation & DeFi Zones and opened trading for the CARAC/USDT trading pair at 2022-09-07 07:00 (UTC).
- Users can start depositing CARAC in preparation for trading from 2022-09-06 7:00(UTC)
- Withdrawals for CARAC will open at 2022-09-08 07:00 (UTC)
Moving forward, XT.com will continue to further strengthen its battle-hardened crypto listing strategies for everyone to take a deep dive and experience crypto. Deposit, trading, and withdrawal options are available live and colored for both CARAC users and XT holders. Everyone is encouraged to indulge in CARAC trading seamlessly anytime, anywhere without any limitations. As a promise, XT.COM will continue welcoming projects for crypto listings and achieve growth hand-in-hand.
Introducing CARAC, the Utility Currency of CARAC
The CARAC Token is a token for NFTs, Points, and DeFi Purposes. It is also used to pay for various NFT goods, and DeFi-yield farming via liquidity pools. The CARAC tokens can be converted to and from USDT on the platforms and also receive farming rewards from the pool in USDT. Additionally, as the number of videos delivered continues to increase, so will the funds distributed to token holders on a daily basis. This gives the CARAC token a "perpetual profit distribution", allowing the token to sustain its monetary value. Sales profit received from manufacturers will also be distributed to LP token holders as well, providing additional value to the CARAC token without fail.
A liquidity pool will be available on POcket Swap, a DEX built on the Ethereum blockchain. Users can provide liquidity there and farm for rewards just like on uniswap. Carac llc would then receive revenue by sharing the CARAC token ownership as well as the LP tokens, increasing the token value and promoting a healthy revenue growth via various services.
About CARAC LLC
CARAC llc is a company based in Tokyo, Japan and its business model utilizes the CARAC token in its business model with 5 different revenue streams: NFT Business, Video distribution, DVD sales, Video rental business, and its DeFi (DEX). Among these five categories, the video distribution business is currently distributed by a major Japanese video distribution company, ensuring the contents purchased will be properly distributed for the next 5 to 10 years.
Website: https://www.carac-jp.llc/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/carac_llc
About XT.COM
By consistently expanding its ecosystem, XT.COM is dedicated to providing users with the most secure, trusted, and hassle-free digital asset trading services. Our exchange is built from a desire to give everyone access to digital assets regardless where you are.
Founded in 2018, XT.COM now serves more than 6 million registered users, over 500,000+ monthly active users and 40+ million users in the ecosystem. Covering a rich variety of trading categories together with an NFT aggregated marketplace, our platform strives to cater to its large user base by providing a secure, trusted and intuitive trading experience.
As the world's first social-infused digital assets trading platform, XT.COM also supports social networking platform based transactions to make our crypto services more accessible to users all over the world. Furthermore, to ensure optimal data integrity and security, we see user security as our top priority at XT.COM.
Website: https://www.xt.com/
Telegram: https://t.me/XTsupport_EN
Twitter: https://twitter.com/XTexchange
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SHANGHAI, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 111, Inc. ("111" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: YI), a leading tech-enabled healthcare platform company committed to digitally connecting patients with medicine and healthcare services in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Second Quarter 2022 Key Results
- Net revenues were RMB3.04 billion (US$453.4 million), representing an increase of 0.4% year-over-year.
- Gross segment profit (1) increased by 42.6% year-over-year, with B2B segment profit increasing by 55.1% year-over-year.
- Total operating expenses were RMB271.7 million (US$40.6 million), compared to RMB323.4 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, total operating expenses decreased to 8.9% from 10.7% in the same quarter of last year, which reflected continuous improvement in our operation efficiency.
- Non-GAAP loss from operations (2) was RMB52.8 million (US$7.9 million), compared to RMB147.9million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, non-GAAP loss from operations decreased to 1.7% from 4.9% in the same quarter of last year.
- 111 was appointed by the Shanghai government as a supply guarantee enterprise and managed to open a special green channel, which enabled our vehicle shipping supplies to Shanghai from our Kunshan fulfillment center on a daily basis. We worked diligently and leveraged our online and offline platform and smart supply chain to provide aids to pandemic-hit regions. We also launched free online consultation services, free prescription renewal services and other medical services to the public. We have provided free online services for customers in over 370 cities, and provided over 3,000 drugs covering more than 400 diseases.
Mr. Junling Liu, Co-Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of 111, commented, "The second quarter had been very tough for our business due to Covid lockdowns in Shanghai and many other cities. Our head office in Shanghai had to be closed and our operation in 7 regional fulfillment centers had been significantly disrupted for 2 full months. Despite all the challenges, we have tried our best to work with local governments as well as logistics companies to fulfill our customer/patient orders as these medicines are badly needed. Our net revenue for second quarter increased by 0.4% year-over-year to RMB 3.04 billion, while our gross segment profit increased by 42.6% year-over-year. With Non-GAAP loss from operations being narrowed to 1.7% of net revenues, we believe that we are heading in the right path to profitability. We continued to solidfy our network and relationship with upstream and downstream partners."
Mr. Liu added, "our overall gross segment margin(3) as a percentage of net revenues improved to 6.3% from 4.5% in the same quarter of last year. B2B segment profit grew by 55.1% year-over-year, and as a percentage of net revenues, B2B segment margin improved to 5.8% from 3.8% in the same quarter of last year. We also improved B2C segment margin to 22.5% from 20.2% in the same quarter of last year. The gross segment profit improvement was the results of all the efforts we have made to optimize our selection portfolio and competitive pricing. We contined to enhance our operation efficiency and total operating expenses as a percentage of net revenues decreased to 8.9% in this quarter from 10.7% in the same quarter of last year. We expect this momentum in improving operation efficiency to continue as we scale, putting us on a clear path to profitability. As a result, non-GAAP loss from operation as a percentage of net revenues decreased to 1.7% in this quarter from 4.9% in the same quarter of last year."
"We have full confidence that we have the right strategy and right team to steadily expand our revenue and gross segment profit."
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Net revenues were RMB3.04 billion (US$453.43million), representing an increase of 0.4% from RMB3.02 billion in the same quarter of last year.
(4) For segment reporting purposes, purchase rebates are allocated to the B2B segment and B2C segments primarily based on the amount of cost of products sold for each segment. Cost of products sold does not include other direct costs related to cost of product sales such as shipping and handling expense, payroll and benefits of logistic staff, logistic centers rental expenses and depreciation expenses, which are recorded in the fulfillment expenses. Cost of service revenue is recorded in the operating expense.
Operating costs and expenses were RMB3.1 billion (US$465.3 million), representing a decrease of 3.0% from RMB3.2 billion in the same quarter of last year.
- Cost of products sold was RMB2.8 billion (US$424.8 million), representing a decrease of 1.5% from RMB2.9 billion in the same quarter of last year.
- Fulfillment expenses were RMB87.9 million (US$13.1 million), representing an increase of 4.5% from RMB84.1 million in the same quarter of last year. Fulfillment expenses accounted for 2.9% of net revenues this quarter as compared to 2.8% in the same quarter of last year. The increase was mainly attributable to additional logistic costs incurred as a result of pandemic lockdown.
- Selling and marketing expenses were RMB101.2 million (US$15.1 million), representing a decrease of 24.2% from RMB133.5 million in the same quarter of last year. We continued to leverage our sales automation tools to enhance the sales effectiveness and streamline the operation in the quarter. As a percentage of net revenues, selling and marketing expenses further reduced to 3.3% in the quarter from 4.4% in the same quarter of last year.
- General and administrative expenses were RMB38.5 million (US$5.7 million), representing a decrease of 25.2% from RMB51.4 million in the same quarter of last year, which was attributable to our continuous optimization of supporting functions. As a percentage of net revenues, general and administrative expense decreased to 1.3% in the quarter from 1.7% in the same quarter of last year.
- Technology expenses were RMB33.7 million (US$5.0 million), representing a decrease of 36.0% from RMB52.6 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, technology expenses accounted for 1.1% this quarter as compared to 1.7% in the same quarter of last year. We completed major tech development programs last year and believe that current spending reflected the appropriate amount of investment in technology.
Loss from operations was RMB79.8 million (US$11.9 million), compared to RMB188.8 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, loss from operations decreased to 2.6% in the quarter from 6.2% in the same quarter of last year.
Non-GAAP loss from operations was RMB52.8 million (US$7.9 million), compared to RMB147.9 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, non-GAAP loss from operations decreased to 1.7% in the quarter from 4.9% in same quarter of last year.
Net loss was RMB84.8 million (US$12.7 million), compared to RMB184.0 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, net loss decreased to 2.8% in the quarter from 6.1% in same quarter of last year.
Non-GAAP net loss (5) was RMB57.8 million (US$8.6 million), compared to RMB143.1 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, non-GAAP net loss decreased to 1.9% in the quarter from 4.7% in same quarter of last year.
Net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders was RMB95.3 million (US$14.2 million), compared to RMB159.0 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders decreased to 3.1% in the quarter from 5.3% in same quarter of last year.
Non-GAAP net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders (6) was RMB68.3 million (US$10.2 million), compared to RMB118.0 million in the same quarter of last year. As a percentage of net revenues, non-GAAP net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders decreased to 2.2% in the quarter from 3.9% in same quarter of last year.
As of June 30, 2022, the Company has cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments of RMB885.6 million (US$132.2million), compared to RMB943.2 million as of December 31, 2021.
Conference Call
111's management team will host an earnings conference call at 7:30 AM U.S. Eastern Time on Thursday, August 25, 2022 (7:30 PM Beijing Time on the same day).
Details for the conference call are as follows:
Conference Topic: 111, Inc. Second Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call Registration Link:https://register.vevent.com/register/BIe34d5c00196d4d91902c11871b843104
All participants must use the link provided above to complete the online registration process in advance of the conference call. Upon registering, each participant will receive a set of participant dial-in numbers, the Direct Event passcode, and a unique Registration ID, which can be used to join the conference call.
Please dial in 15 minutes before the call is scheduled to begin and provide the Direct Event passcode and unique Registration ID you have received upon registering to join the call.
A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the website at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/pivog2g2
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In evaluating the business, the Company considers and uses non-GAAP loss from operations, non-GAAP net loss, non-GAAP net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders, and non-GAAP loss per ADS, as supplemental measures to review and assess its operating performance. The Company defines non-GAAP loss from operations as loss from operations excluding share-based compensation expenses. The Company defines non-GAAP net loss as net loss excluding share-based compensation expenses, net of tax. The Company defines non-GAAP net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders as net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders excluding share-based compensation expenses, net of tax. The Company defines non-GAAP loss per ADS as net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders per ADS excluding share-based compensation expenses, net of tax per ADS. The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
The Company believes that non-GAAP loss from operations, non-GAAP net loss, non-GAAP net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders, and non-GAAP loss per ADS help identify underlying trends in its business that could otherwise be distorted by the effect of certain expenses that it includes in loss from operations and net loss. Share-based compensation expenses is a non-cash expense that varies from period to period. As a result, management excludes the items from its internal operating forecasts and models. Management believes that the adjustments for share-based compensation expenses provide investors with a reasonable basis to measure the company's core operating performance, in a more meaningful comparison with the performance of other companies. The Company believes that non-GAAP loss from operations, non-GAAP net loss, non-GAAP net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders, and non-GAAP loss per ADS provide useful information about its operating results, enhances the overall understanding of its past performance and future prospects and allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by the management in their financial and operational decision-making.
The non-GAAP financial measures are not defined under U.S. GAAP and are not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools. One of the key limitations of using non-GAAP loss from operations, non-GAAP net loss, non-GAAP net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders, or non-GAAP loss per ADS is that it does not reflect all items of income and expense that affect the Company's operations. Further, the non-GAAP financial measures may differ from the non-GAAP information used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their comparability may be limited.
The Company compensates for these limitations by reconciling the non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable U.S. GAAP measures, all of which should be considered when evaluating the Company's performance. The Company encourages you to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.
Reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable U.S. GAAP measures is included at the end of this press release.
Exchange Rate Information Statement
This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into U.S. dollars at specified rates solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from RMB to U.S. dollars are made at a rate of RMB6.6981 to US$1.00, the exchange rate set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System as of June 30, 2022.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "target," "confident" and similar statements. Among other things, the Business Outlook and quotations from management in this announcement, as well as 111's strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. 111 may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and current market and operating conditions and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, uncertainties as to the Company's ability comply with extensive and evolving regulatory requirements, its ability to compete effectively in the evolving PRC general health and wellness market, its ability to manage the growth of its business and expansion plans, its ability to achieve or maintain profitability in the future, its ability to control the risks associated with its pharmaceutical retail and wholesale businesses, and the Company's ability to meet the standards necessary to maintain listing of its ADSs on the Nasdaq Global Market, including its ability to cure any non-compliance with Nasdaq's continued listing criteria. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and 111 does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.
About 111, Inc.
111, Inc. (NASDAQ: YI) ("111" or the "Company") is a leading tech-enabled healthcare platform company committed to digitally connecting patients with medicine and healthcare services in China. The Company provides consumers with better access to pharmaceutical products and healthcare services directly through its online retail pharmacy, 1 Pharmacy, and indirectly through its offline virtual pharmacy network. The Company also offers online healthcare services through its internet hospital, 1 Clinic, which provides consumers with cost-effective and convenient online consultation, electronic prescription service, and patient management service. In addition, the Company's online platform, 1 Medicine, serves as a one-stop shop for pharmacies to source a vast selection of pharmaceutical products. With the largest virtual pharmacy network in China, 111 enables offline pharmacies to better serve their customers with cloud-based services. 111 also provides an omni-channel drug commercialization platform to its strategic partners, which includes services such as digital marketing, patient education, data analytics, and pricing monitoring.
For more information on 111, please visit: http://ir.111.com.cn/.
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Some prison inmates will not be able to spend Mother’s Day with family this weekend
By Cynthia Yip
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Hawaii (KITV) — Some Hawaii prison inmates will not be able to spend Mother’s Day with their loved ones this weekend due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases among staff and inmates.
The “Department of Public Safety” has announced that all inmate visits — to both the Halawa Correctional Facility on Oahu — and the Hawaii Community Correctional Center on the Big Island — have been cancelled this weekend.
A prison rights advocate says visitation is crucial in helping inmates to reintegrate into society following incarceration.
Since Covid-19, starting in August, 2020 visits to the correctional facilities has been largely stop-and-go.
The Halawa Correctional Facilities are not allowing visitors due to the number of active covid-19 cases. And some are not happy about it.
Kat Brady is a prison rights advocate. She says that “it’s really important that moms can bring babies to visit daddy. That’s really crucial, and on the Big Island it’s important that moms who are incarcerated get to see their kids on Mother’s Day.”
“We need to honor mothers, and lift up families”, says Will Espero, a retired Hawaii State Senator. “You have to be concerned about the health and welfare of the employees and if they don’t have enough employees to man the stations, there could be a security issue. Also, you have to look at it from the perspective of the inmates and the need for the family visitation and that connection to the outside world.”
The Public Safety Department issued a statement to KITV4, “We would like to emphasize that the action to cancel visitation was based on an abundance of caution for the safety of those in our care and custody, our staff, and to prevent any potential spread to the community, including family and friends.”
Doctor Scott Miscovich from the Premier Medical Group says, “A prison, as we have seen in the state of Hawaii, has been the worst outbreak and the highest rate of death because it has been every island we’ve had prison outbreaks.”
Kat Brady says, research shows prisoners who have visits have much lower recidivism than inmates who have no visitors.
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VALHALLA, N.Y., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Retia Medical, an innovator in advanced hemodynamic monitoring, today announced that it has secured $15 million in Series B funding. The financing round was led by Fresenius Medical Care Ventures with participation from a second strategic investor, Red Cedar Ventures, and existing investor, the Pritzker-Vlock Family Office. Retia Medical will use the funding to expand its commercial team and accelerate the development of its next-generation algorithms for guiding care for high-risk patients.
"We are delighted to work with our new partners from Fresenius Medical Care, the second strategic investor, and Red Cedar Ventures to make advanced hemodynamic data accessible to as many clinicians as possible in order to help improve outcomes for high-risk surgical and critically ill patients," said Marc Zemel, S.M., M.B.A., Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Retia Medical.
Commenting on the investment, Al Wiegman, Head of Fresenius Medical Care Ventures, said, "This financing is an important step forward in advancing the commercialization of Retia's Argos Cardiac Output Monitor, which provides consistently accurate data to help ensure patient safety and avoid serious complications from high-risk surgeries and ICU stays. We are impressed with the strength of the Retia team, their technology, and their commitment to innovation. We are proud to lead this financing and look forward to supporting Retia through its next phase of growth."
Retia Medical's Argos Cardiac Output Monitor enables individualized, data-driven care to improve outcomes and lower costs for high-risk surgical and critically ill patients. This hemodynamic monitor features the powerful Multi-Beat Analysis (MBATM) algorithm for consistently accurate cardiac output measurements. Unlike other monitors that only analyze a single beat at a time, Argos' proprietary MBA algorithm analyzes multiple heartbeats to model the patient's physiology and therefore provide high-quality hemodynamic data in real-time. The system detects important changes in a patient's status and enables immediate clinical intervention, when required. Designed to streamline care, the next-generation Argos Monitor can be set up in less than one minute and leverages a patient's existing arterial line for immediate use without requiring costly additional disposables or connections.
Retia Medical aims to provide accurate cardiovascular information and insights to help clinicians improve outcomes for high-risk patients. Retia brings together industry-leading expertise in physiology, signal processing, data science, and computational algorithms to engineer innovative hemodynamic monitoring solutions that give clinicians accurate, real-time data that they can rely on to make patient care decisions. Retia is committed to giving clinicians greater access to hemodynamic monitoring by providing a more cost-effective solution by eliminating unnecessary proprietary disposables. Retia Medical is proud to positively impact patient care in the U.S. and internationally as more hospitals continue to incorporate the Argos Cardiac Output Monitor into their standard of care.
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How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday
The Associated Press
Stocks fell on Wall Street Wednesday, led by more drops in technology companies, after a report on inflation came in worse than feared.
The S&P 500 fell, the tech-heavy Nasdaq and the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed lower. Treasury yields initially jumped following the inflation report but later fell back. Wall Street has been transfixed on the nation’s high inflation, and where it’s heading, because it’s causing the Federal Reserve to yank the supports it propped under markets for most of the pandemic.
On Wednesday:
The S&P 500 fell 65.87 points, or 1.6%, to 3,935.18.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 326.63 points, or 1%, to 31,834.11.
The Nasdaq fell 373.44 points, or 3.2%, to 11,364.24.
The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies fell 43.65 points, or 2.5%, to 1,718.14.
For the week:
The S&P 500 is down 188.16 points, or 4.6%.
The Dow is down 1,065.26 points, or 3.2%.
The Nasdaq is down 780.43 points, or 6.4%.
The Russell 2000 is down 121.42 points, or 6.6%.
For the year:
The S&P 500 is down 831 points, or 17.4%.
The Dow is down 4,504.19 points, or 12.4%.
The Nasdaq is down 4,280.74 points, or 27.4%.
The Russell 2000 is down 527.17 points, or 23.5%. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/11/how-major-us-stock-indexes-fared-wednesday-39/ | 2022-05-11T22:59:34Z |
NEW DELHI (AP) — India banned some single-use or disposable plastic products Friday as part of a federal plan to phase out the ubiquitous material in the nation of nearly 1.4 billion people.
For the first stage, it has identified 19 plastic items that aren’t very useful but have a high potential to become litter and makes it illegal to produce, import, stock, distribute or sell them. These items range from plastic cups and straws to ice cream sticks. Some disposable plastic bags will also be phased out and replaced with thicker ones.
Thousands of other plastic products — like bottles for water or soda or bags of chips — aren’t covered by the ban. But the federal government has set targets for manufacturers to be responsible for recycling or disposing of them after their use.
Plastic manufacturers had appealed to the government to delay the ban, citing inflation and potential job losses. But India’s federal environment minister Bhupender Yadav said at a press briefing in New Delhi that the ban had been in the pipeline for a year.
“Now that time is up,” he said.
This isn’t the first time that India has considered a plastic ban. But previous iterations have focused on specific regions, resulting in varying degrees of success. A nationwide ban that includes not just the use of plastic, but also its production or importation was a “definite boost,” said Satyarupa Shekhar, the Asia-Pacific coordinator of the advocacy group Break Free from Plastic.
Most plastic isn’t recycled globally and millions of tons pollute the world’s oceans, impact wildlife and turn up in drinking water. Scientists are still trying to assess the risks posed by the tiny bits of broken-down plastic, known as microplastics. In 2020, over 4.1 million metric tons (4.5 million U.S. tons) of plastic waste was generated in India, according to its federal pollution watchdog.
The creaky waste management system in the country’s burgeoning cities and villages means that much of this waste isn’t recycled and ends up polluting the environment. Nearly 13 million metric tons (14 million U.S. tons) of plastic waste was either littered or not recycled by the South Asian nation in 2019 — the highest in the world, according to Our World in Data.
Making plastic releases earth-warming greenhouse gases into the atmosphere and India is home to factories that make over 243,000 metric tons (268,000 U.S. tons) of disposable plastic each year. This means that reducing the manufacture and consequent waste of plastic is crucial for India to meet its target of reducing the intensity of emissions in economic activity by 45% in eight years.
A recent study identified over 8,000 chemical additives used for plastic processing, some of which are a thousand times more potent as greenhouse gases than carbon dioxide. Products like single-use packaging, plastic resins, foamed plastic insulation, bottles and containers, among many others, add to global greenhouse emissions.
Most plastic cannot be recycled, only downgraded, and it’s often incinerated or used as fuel in waste-to-energy plants, sometimes known as chemical recycling. While plastics are worth three to four times as much for fuel than as scrap, these recycling processes release more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, adding to the greenhouse effect.
“Given the magnitude of the plastic crisis, this is too little. And it’s too little both in its scope as well as the coverage,” said Shekhar.
Ravi Agarwal, the director of Toxics Link, a New Delhi-based advocacy group that focuses on waste management, added that the ban was “a good beginning,” but its success will depend on how well it is implemented. The actual enforcement of the law will be in the hands of individual states and city municipal bodies.
India said that the banned items were identified while keeping in mind the availability of alternatives: bamboo spoons, plantain trays, wooden ice-cream sticks. But in the days leading up to the ban, many vendors said that they were confused.
Moti Rahman, 40, is a vegetable vendor in New Delhi. Customers at his cart carefully picked out fresh summer produce Tuesday before he tipped them into a plastic bag. Rahman said that he agrees with the ban, but added that if plastic bags are stopped without a readily available and equally cost-effective replacement, his business will be impacted.
“After all, plastic is used in everything,” he said.
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NEW YORK, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Netflix, Inc. ("Netflix, Inc.") (NASDAQ: NFLX) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Netflix common stock or call options, or sold put options, between October 19, 2021 and April 19, 2022, inclusive.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Netflix, Inc., contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
https://www.wongesq.com/pslra-1/netflix-inc-loss-submission-form-2?prid=27516&wire=4
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Netflix, Inc. includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Netflix was exhibiting slower acquisition growth due to, among other things, account sharing by customers and increased competition from other streaming services; (2) the Company was experiencing difficulties retaining customers; (3) as a result of the foregoing, the Company was losing subscribers on a net basis (4) as a result, the Company's financial results were being adversely affected; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and/or misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: July 5, 2022
Aggrieved Netflix, Inc. investors only have until July 5, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 features a chassis made with 30% PCR plastic and 90% recycled paper packaging
Editor's Summary
- The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 builds on Acer's Earthion mission and embraces the spirit of sustainability that leverages recycled and recyclable materials, packaging mostly made from recycled paper, and supports easier upgrades, repairs and recycling
- Delivers first-rate performance powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and features a 14-inch Full HD touchscreen display with 100% sRGB color range and 300 nits brightness
- Durable MIL-STD 810H design and 10-hour battery supporting fast-charging
- Acer Chromebook Enterprise Vero 514 is available with the business capabilities of ChromeOS unlocked
TAIPEI, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer unveiled today the new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 – the first Chromebook in its line of eco-conscious Vero devices that reflects the company's commitment to sustainability by offering consumers and commercial customers more options that allow them to reduce their ecological footprint. The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 (CBV514-1H/T) features a thoughtful design that takes the entire product lifespan into consideration, since it is easy to upgrade, repair, disassemble and recycle. It also uses recycled materials in most areas of the product including 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic in the chassis and 50% PCR plastic in the keycaps, 100% ocean-bound plastics on the touchpad surface and 90% recycled paper packaging.
"The simplicity, security and speed of Chromebooks are the ideal complements to our Vero line's focus on delivering powerful devices that keep an eye on the environment," said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. "The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is the next step in embodying our Earthion mission by developing eco-friendlier products that have a positive ecological impact on our customers' businesses, homes and schools."
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 broadly integrates the use of PCR plastic with 30% in its chassis and screen bezel, and 50% in the keycaps and speakers. In addition, the Chromebook contributes to the reduction of plastic waste in the ocean as it uses ocean-bound plastics in its internal fan housing and on its OceanGlass™ touchpad, which provides a sleek, glass-like texture and responsive tactile feeling.
The new Chromebook was especially designed for an extended product lifespan to minimize environmental impact. Making repairs and upgrades to the memory and storage are now simplified with the use of standard screws on the bottom cover. The unique exterior features a paint-free chassis with a cobblestone gray finish and a display panel which is 99% recyclable. The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 has a life-extending impact-resistant exterior that meets MIL-STD 810H[1] testing standards, a reinforced design that protects it from drops as high as 122 cm (48 inches).
Acer Chromebook Vero 514 Delivers Strong Performance
Powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and featuring Intel® Iris® Xe graphics[2], the Acer Chromebook Vero 514 tackles collaboration, productivity and entertainment needs. The fast-charging battery keeps customers powered longer throughout the day as the Chromebook can charge up to 50% of its 10-hour battery life[3] in just 30 minutes.
The 14-inch full HD anti-glare Corning Gorilla Glass display – available on the touchscreen option – boasts 300 nits brightness and a wide 100% sRGB color range, providing a more vibrant and compelling viewing experience. The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 sports a thin bezel design that delivers an impressive 88% screen-to-body ratio. The full HD flare-reducing webcam and DTS audio with Smart Amplifier provides high-quality video conferencing on the new Chromebook.
Designed for creating and connecting, the Acer Chromebook Vero 514 features fast and reliable Wi-Fi 6E and connects to a range of devices and displays. It also provides charging capabilities through its port selection, including two USB Type-C, USB 3.2 Type-A and HDMI.
Acer Chromebook Enterprise Vero 514
The Acer Chromebook Enterprise Vero 514 equips enterprise users with various ChromeOS business capabilities, empowering employees at green-minded organizations, call centers, healthcare organizations and other businesses with greater operating efficiency and productivity. The Chromebook Enterprise Vero 514 ships with the business capabilities of ChromeOS unlocked, including advanced security, reporting and insights, scalable cloud-based management and zero-touch enrollment.
Recyclable Packaging Further Reduces Environmental Impact
The packaging uses recyclable material to help minimize environmental waste. The box is made from 90% recycled paper, while the notebook bag and keyboard sheet are made from 100% recycled plastic. The adapter sleeve is made from paper, instead of using the traditional plastic bag. Once the Chromebook is set up for use, the device's inner packaging can be transformed into a multi-purpose triangular laptop stand or be used for other household or office functions[4].
Full line of Eco-Minded Acer Vero products
The new Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is the latest addition to Acer's Vero line which includes Aspire Vero laptops, Veriton Vero All-In-One, Vero monitors, Vero projector, and Vero branded accessories, including a mouse and keyboard.
Acer Earthion
The Vero lineup of products was initiated under the Earthion initiative, Acer's mission to leverage its strengths, supply chain partners, customers and employees to develop innovative and integrated solutions to help tackle environmental issues for a more sustainable future. Earthion's objectives include Acer's RE100 commitment to source 100% renewable energy by 2035, more eco-friendly product designs, and the reduction of Acer's supply chain carbon footprint.
Pricing and Availability
The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 (CBV514-1H/T) laptop will be available in the United States in October, starting at USD 499.99; in EMEA in November starting at EUR 599.
Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.
About Acer
Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world's top ICT companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. As Acer evolves with the industry and changing lifestyles, it is focused on enabling a world where hardware, software and services will fuse with one another, creating ecosystems and opening up new possibilities for consumers and businesses alike. Acer's 7,500 employees are dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of products and solutions that break barriers between people and technology.
© 2022 Acer Inc. All rights reserved. Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be available through all sales channels. Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary by location. Applicable sales tax extra.
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CARSON CITY, Nev., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBO Bike is pleased to announce their 2nd Anniversary Sale this month. Based in California, the company is a fast-rising electric commuter bikes manufacturer that offers advanced electric bikes at highly affordable rates.
The sale has already started from August 9, 2022 and is live now.
KBO Bike is offering $120 off on their ebike line to all customers who will subscribe to their newsletter. Additionally, customers will get a $300 discount on purchase of minimum two electric bikes.
KBO Bike was founded in 2020 by Max, an electric bike enthusiast and green-conscious entrepreneur. The company is driven by the mission to provide advanced and best affordable commuter e-bike to extend both an eco-friendly and healthier alternative to regular transportation. KBO Bike offers factory-direct electric bikes which helps the company to keep the prices low.
KBO Bike is currently offering three electric bicycle vehicles for both customers who prefer e-bike for commuting and riders who are interested in electric bikes for leisure travels.
One of the bestsellers from the company is KBO Ranger. Backed by a highly powerful 840Wh battery, the bike comes with a solid 750W motor that assures a long 60-mile journey on single charge. The advanced electric bike is able to accommodate a massive 400lb cargo capacity.
The other premium electric commuter bike from KBO is KBO Breeze Step-Thru. It comes with the same 768 Wh battery capacity of the Breeze but offers an elevated model with its state-of-the-art Step-Thru design. The Step-Thru frames are especially designed to make riding more convenient for riders who are not very tall or experience certain mobility problems.
All electric bikes from KBO come with a 2-year warranty.
Added to electric bikes, KBO also offers a wide range of accessories for the bikers, including bicycle frame bag, electric bikes hitch rack, highly advanced shock-absorbing saddle, U-lock, and more. Customers will be able to buy replacement parts for specific KBO e-bike models from the company's official website.
KBO Bike is on a mission to drive up the trend of eco-friendly electric bike-based commute with its highly advanced, powerful, and affordable electric bikes.
KBO Bike
Marketing@kbobike.com
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Comedian and actor Russell Brand has moved to Rumble as his primary video platform; joins journalist Glenn Greenwald to challenge corporate media with a daily livestream.
TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rumble, the video-sharing platform, has announced that Russell Brand, the influential comedian, actor, and podcaster, will launch a new daily live show.
Stay Free with Russell Brand will stream exclusively on Rumble at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time weekdays from September 28th. The channel will provide an alternative news source that is both inclusive and progressive, exploring global events and providing unique perspectives on culture, news, and politics.
"We are here to serve our community—which includes everyone," said Russell Brand. "We are here to question everything, we are here to have a laugh, to Build Back Better and Make News Great Again. Stay Free."
"We are excited to empower Russell to grow his audience on Rumble and Locals," said Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski. "Russell is known for his unfiltered opinions, and we are proud to serve as the technology platform where he can grow his audience."
Following the livestream, Brand will continue with a Q&A session exclusively for subscribers on Rumble's community platform, Locals, which will be the new home of Brand's full-length video podcast conversations and premium content including his live comedy tour.
Stay Free with Russell Brand will launch on Rumble on September 28, 2022.
You can find Russell's Rumble channel here: https://rumble.com/RussellBrand
You can find Russell's Locals community here: https://russellbrand.locals.com/
Rumble is a high-growth neutral video platform that is creating the rails and independent infrastructure designed to be immune to cancel culture. Rumble's mission is to restore the Internet to its roots by making it free and open once again. In December 2021, the company announced the execution of a definitive business combination agreement with CF Acquisition Corp. VI (NASDAQ: CFVI). See the announcement here: https://corp.rumble.com
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NEW YORK, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. ("Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc." or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AUPH) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between May 7, 2021 and February 25, 2022. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
AUPH investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (i) Aurinia was experiencing declining revenues; (ii) Aurinia's 2022 sales outlook for the Company's only product which it offers for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis, LUPKYNIS, would fall well short of expectations; (iii) accordingly, the Company had significantly overstated LUPKYNIS's commercial prospects; (iv) as a result, the Company had overstated its financial position and/or prospects for 2022; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. during the relevant time frame, you have until June 14, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
55 Broadway, 10th Floor
New York, NY 10006
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Focus on epigenetics, neurovascular health, and other novel approaches
CLEVELAND, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Harrington Discovery Institute at University Hospitals and the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF) announce a joint request for proposals for the 2022 ADDF-Harrington Scholar Award. The ADDF-Harrington Scholar Award is designed to accelerate the translation of innovative research that could treat, prevent, or slow Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
The Request for Proposal (RFP) is open to academic investigators at accredited medical centers, research institutions, and universities in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Researchers working on drug development programs that are relevant to, but not presently focused on, the Alzheimer's field are also encouraged to apply. This award provides a combination of financial support and expert drug development guidance to provide the best chance to move research beyond the bench to the bedside.
"The ADDF-Harrington partnership supports researchers in moving academic discoveries toward clinical trials, bringing the science one step closer to developing effective treatments for people living with and at risk of Alzheimer's," said Howard Fillit, MD, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of the ADDF. "Our focus on novel treatment approaches will add to the promising pipeline of drugs that target the many different biological pathways that contribute to Alzheimer's. The ultimate goal is to develop an arsenal of effective treatments that we can combine in different ways to personalize care tailored to each patient's needs."
"This is a tremendous opportunity for innovative researchers who are seeking to develop ways to protect and treat patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias," said Andrew A. Pieper, MD, PhD, Director, Center for Brain Health Medicines at Harrington Discovery Institute, Morley Mather Chair in Neuropsychiatry at University Hospitals and Rebecca Barchas, MD, Chair in Translational Neuropsychiatry at Case Western Reserve University. "The ADDF-Harrington Scholar Award demonstrates our commitment to developing diverse new classes of medicines that are not otherwise traditionally pursued in the field."
The 2022 ADDF-Harrington Scholar RFP places high priority on targets related to emerging therapeutic areas for dementia and is particularly seeking projects related to:
- Epigenetics – including nucleosome dynamics, chromatin remodeling, DNA methylation, histone modifications [methylation, acetylation, phosphorylation, ubiquitylation, sumoylation], bromodomain protein modulators, isocitrate dehydrogenase modulators.
- Neurovascular Health – including blood brain barrier function and integrity, cerebral hypoperfusion, nutrient supply to the brain, endothelial interaction with pericytes and astrocytes.
Other novel targets are encouraged. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Proteostasis
- Neuroprotection
- Synaptic activity and neurotransmitters
- Inflammation
- Mitochondria and metabolic function
- ApoE
- Other aging targets (e.g. senescent cells)
Award recipients will receive financial support up to $600,000 over two years, as well as dedicated drug development and project management support. Proposals should offer creative science or novel approaches to treat, prevent, or slow Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. Letters of Intent (LOI) will be accepted through July 18, 2022 5:00 pm EDT. LOI applications must be submitted online here.
We encourage an interactive application process in efforts to solicit the best applications. Scientific inquiries can be directed to either:
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Hodlnaut will now support Binance Smart Chain for USDC
SINGAPORE, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hodlnaut, a cryptocurrency interest-earning platform based in Singapore, announced the support of the Binance Smart Chain for USDC deposits on their platform. Previously, users could only deposit USDC through the ERC-20 network.
"We're pleased to announce the integration of Binance Smart Chain at Hodlnaut. In addition to faster transaction times, it will allow for lower fee transactions across platforms to and from Hodlnaut," said Juntao Zhu, CEO, and Co-founder of Hodlnaut.
The Binance Smart Chain was created as an extension of the original Binance Chain. With dual chain architecture, both chains are complementary – Binance Smart Chain provides decentralized applications (dApps) with a cheaper and more efficient network. These features make it efficient, cost-effective, and optimized for running dApps and transacting at lower fees.
Hodlnaut is committed to enhancing the customer experience and is continuously improving its offerings to help users make the most of their cryptocurrencies. With our BEP-20 support, we hope our customers will benefit from faster processing and lower fees.
About Hodlnaut
Hodlnaut is a Singapore-based cryptocurrency borrowing and lending platform that allows users to earn interest on their cryptocurrencies by lending them to vetted institutions. Founded in April 2019 by bitcoin maximalists Juntao Zhu and Simon Lee, Hodlnaut has grown rapidly since its inception.
Hodlnaut has received an in-principle approval (IPA) for a Major Payment Institution License in Singapore from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act (PS Act) for its Token Swap feature. The firm is also a certified Fintech by the Singapore Fintech Association, an accreditation recognized by the MAS.
For more information, please visit www.hodlnaut.com.
SOURCE Hodlnaut | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/28/hodlnaut-announces-support-binance-smart-chain/ | 2022-06-28T13:29:55Z |
Polish president said it’s ‘hard to deny’ genocide in Ukraine after images of civilians killed emerge
By Jeremy Herb, CNN
Polish President Andrzej Duda said on Wednesday that it’s “hard to deny” that Russian forces are committing genocide in Ukraine following the horrific images that have emerged from cities like Bucha showing civilians brutally killed.
“It is hard to deny this, of course. This is a crime which fulfills the features of a genocide, especially if you look at the context of different conversations that are being conducted,” Duda told CNN’s Dana Bash in an exclusive interview in Warsaw, Poland.
Duda said Russian propaganda about Moscow’s goal for the “denazification” of Ukraine shows that the country was looking for a false pretext “in order to carry out a massacre.”
“The fact that civilian inhabitants of Ukraine are being killed shows best what the goal of [the] Russian invasion is,” he said through a translator. “The goal of that invasion is simply to extinguish the Ukrainian nation.”
Duda, who was first elected Poland’s president in 2015 and has served through three US administrations, is leading the country as it plays a key role supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia, is grappling with an influx of Ukrainian refugees, is pushing for further sanctions on Russia and is providing weapons to Ukraine.
Millions of Ukrainians have fled across the country’s border into Poland. As a member of the NATO alliance, Poland has been one of the countries where US and NATO troops have deployed to bolster NATO’s eastern flank as a deterrent to Russia.
There have been some challenges, too. Ukraine sought Poland’s MiG-29 fighter jets to help in its fight against Russia, but the effort to get the planes to Ukraine fell apart after Poland publicly proposed providing them to the US through a German airbase to ship to Ukraine. The US said such a plan wasn’t feasible, and the planes weren’t sent.
In the interview, Duda questioned the usefulness of diplomatic efforts with Russia at this point in the conflict. He said he wasn’t surprised at the criticism Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki leveled this week toward French President Emmanuel Macron, when Morawiecki said, “Nobody negotiated with Hitler.”
“Dialogue with Russia has no sense,” Duda said. “One has to present very tough conditions to Vladimir Putin. One has to say, ‘Unless you meet these conditions, we don’t have anything to talk about.’ We are going to provide support to Ukraine decisively, we are going to increase sanctions regime, because if you conduct a dialogue which does not achieve anything, it is only a game to buy time by Russia.”
As part of those conditions, Duda called for additional sanctions against Russia and its energy sector, bemoaning Europe’s reliance on Russian energy that has continued even as crippling sanctions have been enacted in other sectors.
“The sanctions regime should be strengthened. I have no doubt whatsoever about this,” Duda said. “This is of course, a very complex task. … The problem however, is that for some countries, well, this is fundamental for them.”
Duda noted that Poland opposed the creation of gas pipelines between Russia and Germany, saying they were “political projects” designed to bypass Poland and the Baltic countries. He called for the dismantling of the new Nord Stream II pipeline.
“Russia is blackmailing not only Germany, right now, Russia is blackmailing, in fact, the entire Europe,” Duda said. “The fact that we’re saying it is impossible to impose embargo on Russian gas, it is not possible to impose embargo on Russian oil right away.”
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CLOVERLEAF, Texas (AP) — A 7-year-old boy died after he was struck by gunfire that was shot into his Texas home as he slept in bed, police said.
The child was shot about 10:45 p.m. Sunday at his family’s home in the Houston-area city of Cloverleaf, Harris County Sheriff’s Sgt. Jason Brown said. Someone in a silver sedan fired multiple rounds into the home, authorities said.
The boy’s bedroom was near the front of the home, authorities said. He was struck in the chest and ran to his mother, but later died at a hospital, authorities said.
No one has been arrested, the sheriff’s office said, and the motive for the shooting wasn’t yet known. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/7-year-old-boy-dies-after-gunshots-fired-into-texas-home/ | 2022-06-14T07:00:27Z |
Jonas Family's Personal History Presents New Era of Destination Dining on The Strip
LAS VEGAS, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nellie's Southern Kitchen, a Jonas family experience honoring their matriarch's timeless recipes, has officially opened the doors to its first West Coast location at MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
Helmed by Denise and Kevin Jonas, Sr. – the parents of Kevin II, Joe and Nick (the Jonas Brothers) and Franklin – in partnership with TLI Bedrock LLC, Nellie's welcomes guests to a seat at the Jonas family table with nightly live music, generous hospitality and timeless Southern comfort food.
MGM Grand is the second restaurant location for Nellie's Southern Kitchen, which began in Belmont, North Carolina. Nellie's Southern Kitchen is a celebration of Nellie, Kevin, Sr.'s grandmother, who lived in Belmont working in the cotton mills by day and cooking delicious meals for her loved ones by night. Nellie combined music and food into nightly rituals around the table, forging the tight-knit traditions the Jonas family continues to this day.
The opening celebration included appearances by Denise and Kevin Jonas, Sr., all four Jonas brothers and Danielle Jonas. Entertainment was provided by Jonas Group Entertainment artists including Olivia "LIVVIA" Somerlyn, Bailee Madison, Lanie Gardner, Hayley Orrantia, Hello Sister, and Terri Jo Box along with special guest Daniella Mason. Following the party, the Jonas Brothers took the stage down the street at Dolby Live theater at Park MGM for their residency performance.
See pictures and video from Nellie's opening celebration, food and design images
Nellie's welcomes guests to a seat at the Jonas family table to enjoy recipes passed down from Grandma Nellie, and reimagined favorites from executive chef Mario Nichols, who was raised in North Carolina and began cooking soul food with his family at a young age.
- Appetizers – Guests will feel right at home with a mix of Southern staples and delicious takes on favorites to kick off their meal. The Collard and Artichoke Dip with collards, artichoke and parmesan is an extra savory version of the beloved starter. A Las Vegas exclusive, the Southern Rolls feature BBQ chicken, creamy mac and cheese and collards rolled in a crispy fried egg roll, served with Nellie's signature sauce. No meal is complete without a basket of Grandma Nellie's famous pillowy Biscuits with cinnamon-honey butter and jam.
- Entrées – Fans of traditional homestyle dishes will be enchanted by Nellie's Chicken and Dumplins, a must-try Jonas family dish featuring chicken and house-made dumplins in a rich broth served over silky mashed potatoes, gravy and collard greens. For a unique variation on a seafood staple, guests can opt for Chef Nichols' Shrimp and Grits with fried grit cakes and blackened shrimp topped with Cajun cream sauce and fresh pico de gallo. Guests also can enjoy fresh Fried Catfish filets, salt-and-pepper fried and served with coleslaw, french fries and house-made remoulade.
- BBQ Essentials – Bringing backyard favorites to the dining table, Nellie's offers an assortment of burgers, steaks and sandwiches served with classic sides. The Hawg Hill Pulled Pork Sandwich features pecan-smoked pulled pork tossed in a tangy sauce and served on a soft brioche bun with coleslaw. Guests looking for something heartier will enjoy the Carolina Burger made with specialty blended beef and served with chili, slaw, onion and mustard; as well as the Chef's Choice Steak, featuring Chef's selection of chargrilled steak and the option to add shrimp or lobster tail for a full surf-and-turf experience.
- Lighter Fare – For those opting for something lighter, Nellie's serves up scrumptious salads including the Nellie's Cobb Salad with chopped romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced bacon, bleu cheese and a boiled egg; as well as protein-packed plates such as the Grilled Shrimp Plate with grilled or blackened shrimp and grilled veggies. Other dishes include the Molasses Glazed Salmon, featuring wild-caught salmon tossed in a special South Carolina molasses glaze paired with roasted potatoes and green beans; and the Cajun Chicken Bowl with blackened chicken breast served with roasted potatoes and trinity corn.
- Dessert – For the perfect send off, guests can indulge in Nellie's rich Banana Pudding, which is made with fresh bananas, layered and topped with whipped cream, then garnished with wafer cookies.
The folkloric aesthetic of Nellie's Southern Kitchen, designed by OLY Studio's Kate McIntyre, transports visitors to Kevin, Sr.'s upbringing in Belmont. The charm of small-town North Carolina is recreated through weathered barnwood, white shiplap cottage walls, and unique handmade furnishings and artwork inspired by the beautiful Smoky Mountains.
Design highlights include:
- Entrance – Guests enter through a sculptural hallway inspired by the quilts Grandma Nellie collected and are welcomed with her towering portrait, which celebrates Nellie's simple-yet-remarkable life. Amongst other references, cotton from the mill is transformed to diamonds in her hair. A banjo and spoons at the front of her dress represent Nellie's lifelong love of gathering friends and family around music and her home cooking.
- Front Porch – The Front Porch invites diners to a bright space reminiscent of Grandma Nellie's front porch, punctuated with birdhouses and hanging flowerpot-inspired chandeliers overhead. Table legs take on the form of tree trunks, signifying the beauty of the Belmont region beyond the cotton mills.
- Bar(n) – Nellie's bar area features playfully designed tables that sit atop horse legs, as if guests just pulled up to the stable. Kevin's uncle always joked if he ever opened a restaurant, he would need a reserved table for knocking back a couple of beers after work – so Kevin and Kate fashioned tables that could give him a ride home, too.
- The Meadow – Private dining rooms evoke Belmont's blissful meadows. Memories of running through freshly laundered sheets blowing in the wind inspire the wavy, cloud-like roof. Walls are adorned with merry paintings of blue skies, billowy clouds and green landscapes that complement the blues and greens in the rooms' lush furniture.
- Night Owl – Featuring live music nightly, Nellie's moody back room is built around a state-of-the-art performance stage and A/V system designed by the same companies who oversee the Jonas Brothers' concert experience. A captivating full moon light fixture juxtaposed with chandeliers emulating dew drops on blades of grass define the seated section, which is watched over by large owl portraits. Cozy couches with colors and textures inspired by nature offer a comfortable lounge vibe for both dining and enjoying music.
TLI Bedrock LLC Principal Andrew Siegel: "It's an incredible moment to finally introduce Nellie's Southern Kitchen to the Las Vegas Strip. We've been proud to support the Jonas family in bringing their vision to life, and to work with the entire MGM Grand team led by the outstanding Mike Neubecker to deliver a truly fresh concept to Las Vegas."
Kevin Jonas, Sr.: "My Grandma Nellie's greatest desire was for people to enjoy themselves around her table and on her front porch; everyone was welcomed. We're so proud to celebrate the opening of Nellie's Southern Kitchen in Las Vegas, where we can share her time-honored recipes and gracious Southern hospitality to visitors from around the world."
Denise Jonas: "Grandma Nellie was a special lady who prided herself on making sure everyone felt welcome and well taken care of. She would love that we're keeping her traditions alive and providing guests from all walks of life a place that feels like home."
Kevin Jonas II: "Nellie's Southern Kitchen is a perfect reflection of our family's passion for food and music. And the fact that we introduced Nellie's the same weekend our Las Vegas residency kicked off couldn't be better."
Joe Jonas: "Our family's connection to Las Vegas has always been strong as we've performed here many times over the years, and it feels very special to now have a permanent piece of our family history in the city for everyone to enjoy."
Nick Jonas: "In many ways, Nellie's is a celebration of what people love about Las Vegas - amazing food, great vibes and entertainment. We're excited to officially open the doors to share all of this with our fans while commemorating our Great-Grandmother's legacy."
Franklin Jonas, said, "Having worked at Nellie's Belmont location for several years, I've had a first-hand look at the warm community it creates for both guests and employees, which makes everyone feel welcomed. When you add Great-Grandma Nellie's recipes and live music, there's a level of comfort and fun that makes Nellie's feel different from every other restaurant."
Nellie's Southern Kitchen is located in The District opposite the MGM Grand Garden Arena. It is open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Reservations are available on OpenTable and MGM Grand's website.
Nellie's Southern Kitchen is a family friendly dining and entertainment experience celebrating the comfort food, hospitality, great music and Southern charm of the Jonas family's 1769 roots in North Carolina. The inspiration for Nellie's Southern Kitchen comes from Nellie Jonas, Kevin Jonas, Sr.'s grandmother, who lived in Belmont, North Carolina until she passed in 2011. Belmont is Kevin, Sr.'s hometown and the restaurant's original location, which opened in 2016. Nellie's second location is now open at MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The restaurant is a partnership between the Jonas family and TLI Bedrock LLC, a New York City-based investment firm. For inquiries or more information, please contact info@nelliessouthernkitchen.com.
Back in 2005, while Kevin Jonas, Sr. was managing his sons – GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum-selling group, Jonas Brothers – he formed what would later evolve into Jonas Group Holdings, LLC. Offering a diversified portfolio of entertainment, marketing and development services, including talent management, music publishing, branding partnerships, as well as audio, television & film production, the Jonas Group family of companies is a globally recognized force, helping all kinds of talented individuals realize and harness their full potential in all areas of their career. The dynamic company values quality over quantity with the belief that authenticity, vision and hard work are key to success. Leading these efforts alongside Kevin is Phil Guerini, Chief Executive Officer of Jonas Group Entertainment and George Kreis, Chief Strategy & Operations Officer of Jonas Group Holdings, LLC.
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is "The Entertainment Authority," creating the ultimate Las Vegas experience. A variety of accommodations serve every need while guests discover signature dining by celebrity chefs including Tom Colicchio's Craftsteak, Michael Mina's International Smoke, Wolfgang Puck's Bar & Grill, Michelin three star restaurant Joël Robuchon and Morimoto Las Vegas. In addition to a pampering spa and salon and an elaborate 380,000-square-foot conference center, the resort offers a wide-range of world-class entertainment at the Grand Garden Arena; the epic KÀ by Cirque du Soleil; world-famous dance crew Jabbawockeez; master illusionist David Copperfield; Topgolf Las Vegas; Brad Garrett's Comedy Club; and Hakkasan Las Vegas. MGM Grand is owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit mgmgrand.com, call toll free at (877) 880-0880 or find us on Facebook and Twitter or follow our blog.
OLY Studio is a San Francisco Bay Area-based company, owned and operated by Kate McIntyre and her design partner Brad Huntzinger. The two have been creating elegant designs and crafting high-end furnishings for consumers, design customers and hospitality for over 20 years. OLY Studio designed and furnished the original Nellie's Belmont and is excited to again collaborate with the Jonas family and its partner TLI Bedrock LLC, exclusively designing and crafting the furniture, lighting and décor for Nellie's Las Vegas. Find OLY at Olystudio.com and on Instagram @oly.studio.
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MIAMI, July 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The announcement of The Virtual Restaurant Association, or VRA - the United States first Non-Profit with the purpose of qualifying Virtual Restaurant Companies to protect Consumer, Driver & Restaurants - Health, Safety & Profits.
The Virtual Restaurant Association will focus on providing Free Memberships to Virtual Restaurant Companies that have displayed a focus on:
- Health & Safety
- Brand Integrity
- Intellectual Property
- Restaurant Profitability
Virtual restaurants have been a lifeline for many restaurant owners who had to shut down physical locations or limit dining to curbside and take-out only during the pandemic. However, the number of unsafe and copy-cat brands has flooded the market with consumer doubt and unhealthy sanitation practices.
The Florida Non-Profit will consistently review new and existing Virtual Restaurant companies and provide free memberships based on pre-determined criteria. Over the coming months The Virtual Restaurant Association will elect and announce its board members and begin taking applications from potential member companies and restaurant groups.
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TAIPEI, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NEXCOM, a leading supplier of network appliances, proudly announces that its Arm-based uCPE NSA 6310 has fulfilled the SystemReady ES certification program. This 1U high-performance appliance is now readily adoptable by most operating systems (OS) and application software. NSA 6310 is powered by NXP® Semiconductor's Layerscape® LX2160A processor, with up to sixteen 64-bit Arm® Cortex®-A72 cores. It offers scalability and a price/performance ratio that makes it well-suited for edge computing equipment.
The Arm SystemReady program, one of the key initiatives under Project Cassini, seeks to apply a set of common platform standards through the certification program. This is to ensure the compatibility between cloud-native software at the edge and program-certified hardware devices, ensuring software 'just works'. Appliances developed under Project Cassini help reduce time-to-market, realize OPEX savings, and accelerate digital service monetization for a cloud-native edge experience.
NEXCOM's NSA 6310 is designed for scalability: powerful CPU cores offer large caches, DPAA2 built-in accelerators improve performance, and high-speed PCIe accommodates volume traffic in any service network. It features four copper ports and two SerDes expansion LAN slots for enhanced packet processing. Moreover, FPGA/GPU cards could be installed to extend use cases to more advanced AI applications.
"Now with the SystemReady ES Certified stamp, NSA 6310 is officially recognized as a ready-to-deploy, software-friendly device for real field use cases," said Jovanni Lee, VP of Network & Communication Solutions at NEXCOM. "NSA 6310 is NEXCOM's very first network appliance certified under the SystemReady ES category, and there are more products in the pipeline to be certified in the future. We are proud to play a key role in Arm Ecosystem as close partners, and looking forward to further collaboration."
Samer El-Haj-Mahmoud, Senior Principal Architect, Arm said, "With edge-computing becoming increasingly important, we are delighted to have certified this NEXCOM product, enabling the deployment of Arm embedded devices with confidence. We welcome this to our range of SystemReady certified devices that can be relied on to run software out of the box, offering seamless interoperability with standard operating systems, hypervisors, and software."
"The LX2160A offers the balanced approach of higher performance, extensive connectivity, and low power consumption that edge processing devices require, while the SystemReady certification makes it easy to migrate cloud-based workloads to the edge," said Toby Foster, senior product marketing manager at NXP. "The collaboration between NEXCOM, Arm, and NXP has resulted in an easy-to-deploy NSA 6310 solution that will advance Arm-based embedded processing in areas such as 5G and customer premise equipment."
About NEXCOM
Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, NEXCOM integrates its diverse capabilities and operates six global businesses, including the Network and Communication Solutions (NCS) unit. NCS focuses on the latest network technology and helps to build reliable network infrastructure, by delivering professional design and manufacturing services for customers all over the world. NCS's network application platform is widely adopted in Cyber Security Appliance, Load Balancer, uCPE, SD-WAN, Edge Computing, Storage, NVR, and other network applications for businesses of all sizes. NEXCOM is a gold member of the NXP partner program.
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NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Briya, a disruptive healthcare data exchange network, announced today that it has completed a $5.5 million seed round led by Amiti Ventures with participation from global software investor Insight Partners and Innocare Health Investments. This investment is a vote of confidence in Briya's ability to deploy technology that will dramatically reduce time-to-medicine and improve patient care at every step of the way.
Briya has emerged from stealth backed by a robust technological foundation that delivers the "holy grail" of good data: longitudinal, live, and linked with unparalleled patient privacy protection. Noted for its groundbreaking decentralized architecture, Briya's platform offers easy, continuous access to one of the most secure and compliant data exchange networks in the healthcare industry. Its blockchain design allows pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and life sciences institutions to engage with data in a way that provides bulletproof compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, and DUA Contracts. In addition, the solution is fast and simple to use, providing FHIR standardization and granting data access 10 times faster than any other solution on the market.
"Briya's founders, David Lazerson and Guy Tish, have assembled the right team for their mission to enable researchers and hospitals to more effectively collaborate in treating and potentially curing so many diseases," said Ben Rabinowitz, Founder and Managing partner at Amiti Ventures.
"Briya is an exceptional company that can make a real difference in the way researchers use data to make thousands of previously unimaginable new treatments possible," said Liad Agmon, Managing Director at Insight Partners. "A secured, standardized data exchange network will help achieve equity for all patients, and Briya provides that and more."
Briya's secured data exchange technology can fulfill a critical need in the industry.
"Existing healthcare data infrastructure is siloed, inefficient, and ineffective," said Fabio Lievano, AbbVie VP Safety Science and a Briya Advisor. "Researchers and healthcare organizations are being presented data in a vacuum, making it difficult to provide the patient with the most accurate treatment. Briya connects the data to immediately display a complete picture of the patient's comprehensive history."
The company has offices in Tel Aviv, Nashville and New York, and is currently forming partnerships with leading research groups and healthcare systems to further its expansion in the United States.
About Briya
Briya is a cutting-edge data exchange solution that achieves the "holy grail" of data: longitudinal, linked, and live. Built on game-changing decentralized architecture, Briya's platform is the most secure in the industry, and yet more affordable, 10x faster, and FHIR standardized. Briya is powered by the idea that access to high quality data creates a healthy, inclusive, and thriving society. For more information, please visit www.briya.com.
About Amiti Ventures
Amiti is one of the top-performing early-stage venture capital firms in Israel. Amiti has deep roots in the United States and partners with Israel's top founders that have the ingenuity to develop transformational technologies to disrupt markets and change the world for the better. Amiti seeded and scaled some of Israel's most transformational technology companies over the past decade, among them Next Silicon, Demostack, Vayyar, Innoviz, Valens, Cycognito and many more. Amiti is committed to backing deep technologies, promoting diversity, and accelerating Israel's tech communities and innovation. Amiti is founder friendly and a true partner especially during the critical moments when strategic decisions need to be made. Amiti takes a long-term perspective, so entrepreneurs have the space to think big, scale-up, and create value for all. Follow us on amiti.vc for further information.
About Insight Partners
Insight Partners is a global software investor partnering with high-growth technology, software, and Internet startup and ScaleUp companies that are driving transformative change in their industries. As of February 24, 2022, the closing of the firm's recent fundraise, Fund XII, brings Insight Partners' regulatory assets under management to over $90B. Insight Partners has invested in more than 600 companies worldwide and has seen over 55 portfolio companies achieve an IPO. Headquartered in New York City, Insight has offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Palo Alto. Insight's mission is to find, fund, and work successfully with visionary executives, providing them with practical, hands-on software expertise to foster long-term success. Insight Partners meets great software leaders where they are in their growth journey, from their first investment to IPO. For more information on Insight and all its investments, visit insightpartners.com or follow us on Twitter @insightpartners.
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Idahoan Brand Releases Its First New Product Since 2019
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Upon discovering that 80% of consumers make mashed potatoes from scratch at least once a year and 40% of these consumers use chicken broth as an ingredient*, Idahoan® Foods - the leading producer of quality, Fresh-Dried™ potato products in the United States – was inspired to create a new flavor to provide home cooks with the potatoes they love, without all the work of peeling, boiling and mashing. Idahoan is excited to expand its broad range of products with the release of Idahoan® Chicken Broth Flavored Mashed Potatoes.
As the first new product launch for Idahoan since 2019 - due to a focus on supplying consumers with core products and meeting demand as at-home cooking increased during the pandemic - Chicken Broth Flavored Mashed Potatoes feature the same great texture and quick prep time fans know and love with an extra layer of flavor from the infusion of real chicken broth and herbs. The new offering joins a long line up of Flavored Mashed Potatoes, available in 16 varieties, giving fans choices for every meal occasion.
"We're thrilled to introduce Chicken Broth Flavored Mashed Potatoes to homes across the country hungry for high-quality, delicious products that simplify mealtime," said Ryan Ellis, VP of Marketing at Idahoan Foods. "With chicken broth being a popular ingredient in mashed potatoes, expanding the Idahoan line with a Chicken Broth variety was a natural opportunity as we focus on innovation in ways that allow Idahoan to be a part of mealtime across the country."
Mashed potato fans can find Idahoan® Chicken Broth Flavored Mashed Potatoes beginning in August 2022 at Kroger locations nationwide and online at shop.Idahoan.com. For more information and to stay up to date on all that's happening at Idahoan, visit http://idahoan.com/ and follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
* Source: eSurvey results from 1,000+ respondents conducted in Fall 2021
Combining a full-service network of professionals from field to fork, Idahoan® is a leading manufacturer of value-added products. Its potato processing plants and nationally recognized retail, foodservice and warehouse club brands of products along with its close relationship with its growers, allow Idahoan Foods to deliver superior quality and value to its customers. For more information visit www.idahoan.com.
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NAPLES, Fla., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Enveric Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENVB) ("Enveric" or the "Company"), a neuroscience-focused biotechnology company developing next-generation, psychedelic-inspired mental health medicines, today announced that Dr. Joseph Tucker, Chief Executive Officer of Enveric, will participate in three upcoming conferences:
A.G.P.'s Summer Healthcare Conference
Date: June 21st – 22nd, 2022
Location: Virtual
Gravitas' 3rd Los Angeles Summit
Date: Wednesday, June 22nd at 1:30 p.m. PT
Location: Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles, CA
H.C. Wainwright 1st Annual Mental Health Conference: Neuropsychiatry, Psychedelics, and Beyond
Date: Monday, June 27th, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. ET
Location: Lotte New York Palace Hotel
To attend, please register here.
For more information about the conference, or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Enveric's management team, please contact your appropriate representatives, or send an email to A.G.P. at agpevents@allianceg.com, Gravitas at events@gravitassecurities.com, H.C. Wainwright at lk@hcwco.com or KCSA Strategic Communications at EnvericBio@kcsa.com.
Enveric Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENVB) is a neuroscience-focused pharmaceutical company developing next-generation, psychedelic-inspired mental health medicines. Enveric's robust pipeline supports drug development from the clinic to commercialization aimed to help millions of patients in need around the world suffering from conditions that include cancer-related distress, PTSD and more. For additional information, please visit www.enveric.com.
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PITTSBURGH, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I was working in my yard and thought that I needed to add something unique to my fence," said the inventor from Indianapolis, Ind. "This invention will allow people to decorate their fence easily and for any occasion."
He created a prototype for JUST PULL ME, patent-pending, that provides a fencing system that allows for a display of graphic elements that fits any type of occasion. The device would be easy to install, remove, and store when not in use. The canister could easily attach to any existing fence system and remain mounted on the fence when not in use. Additionally, this could be useful for homeowners, business owners, renters, fence installation contractors and more.
The original design was submitted to the Indianapolis sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-IPL-819, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com
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MELVILLE, N.Y., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- P&F Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ GM: PFIN), plans to release its results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2022, before the market opens on Thursday, August 11, 2022. The Company has scheduled a conference call beginning at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time the same day.
Additionally, as a reminder, the Company has revised its procedures relating to the question-and-answer portion of the conference call. It will limit the length of the questions from any particular shareholder or other caller, together with the responses from management to 20 minutes per shareholder/caller.
The dial-in number for the conference call is 1-888-221-3881. For those who cannot listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be accessible through the Company's web site beginning approximately twenty-four hours later.
P&F Industries, Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiaries, is a leading manufacturer and importer of air-powered tools and accessories sold principally to the aerospace, industrial, automotive and retail markets. P&Fs products are sold under its own trademarks, as well as under the private labels of major manufacturers and retailers.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Dallas Love Field and airports across the state and country are gearing up for a busy Labor Day Weekend for travel.
The airport, as always, wants to make sure its travelers and those around the country have some tips to make things easier and simpler for all parties as this weekend will be filled with travel.
The airport tweeted, “We’re prepping for a busy Labor Day weekend. If you’re flying out of #DAL, please arrive at least 90 minutes before your flight.”
So, here’s what you need to know:
- Check your flight status directly with your airline
- Arrive AT LEAST 90 minutes before your flight
- Pack all essential items in your carry-on
- For customer service assistance call 214-670-5683 or the airport you’re flying out of’s Airport Operations Center
- Be kind and patient with others
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WHO: 1 child has died in mystery liver disease outbreak
BERLIN (AP) - The World Health Organization says at least one death has been reported in connection with a mysterious liver disease outbreak affecting children in Europe and the United States.
The U.N. health agency said late Saturday that it has so far received reports of at least 169 cases of “acute hepatitis of unknown origin” from a dozen countries.
The cases were reported in children aged one month to 16 years old, and 17 of those who fell ill required liver transplants. WHO didn’t say in which country the death occurred.
The first cases were recorded in Britain, where 114 children have been sickened.
“It is not yet clear if there has been an increase in hepatitis cases, or an increase in awareness of hepatitis cases that occur at the expected rate but go undetected,” WHO said in a statement.
Experts say the cases may be linked to a virus commonly associated with colds, but further research is ongoing.
“While adenovirus is a possible hypothesis, investigations are ongoing for the causative agent,” WHO said, noting that the virus has been detected in at least 74 of the cases. At least 20 of the children tested positive for the coronavirus.
WHO said affected countries are stepping up their surveillance of hepatitis cases in children.
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NORRISTOWN, Pa., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Informed Family Financial Services, a financial planning and wealth management firm with offices in Norristown and Pottstown, today announces the acquisition of Strategic Wealth Advisory.
The practices will merge under the Informed Family Financial Services brand, with Informed Family Financial Services acquiring two staff members and a pair of offices in Reading and the Lehigh Valley.
"This is a major moment for our team as we expand our presence in eastern Pennsylvania," said Informed Family co-founder, CEO and CFO Jeffrey Bush. "We're committed to giving the families we represent confidence and clarity as they transition through various life stages, and this expansion allows us to bring that mission to even more Pennsylvania families."
Earl D. Schultz, president of Strategic Wealth Advisory, joins Informed Family Financial Services as a senior financial consultant, along with Shannon LaRosse, who joins Informed Family Financial Services as an investment advisor representative.
"It's rare to find financial planning practices as structurally and philosophically aligned as Strategic Wealth Advisory and Informed Family Financial Services, but that's exactly what we have here," said Schultz. "Combining our talent and resources represents a major value add to our clients."
The advisors that make up the Informed Family Financial Services and Strategic Wealth Advisory teams are investment advisor representatives with USA Financial Securities, which aligns them with similar structures, marketing strategies and new client onboarding practices. Given the deep familial, educational, and professional ties that Bush of Informed Family Financial Services has held in the Reading area and Lehigh Valley, he saw a great opportunity to reconnect with his roots and expand the business in a natural and comfortable environment. This deal also represents an expansion of Steve Jablonski's role as senior partner at Informed Family Financial Services.
"We have a bold vision and high standards for how financial and retirement planning services should be delivered," said Jablonski. "Earl and his team do, too, which has made this transition seamless so far. I'm eager to provide leadership to our expanded team as we continue making a meaningful impact on the lifestyles and dreams of Pennsylvania families."
Informed Family Financial Services aims to help clients throughout southeastern Pennsylvania improve and organize their financial lives in an easy-to-understand format. They have offices in the Lehigh Valley, Norristown, Pottstown, and Reading.
Jeff Bush, Steven Jablonski, Earl Schultz, and Shannon LaRosse are investment adviser representatives of, and securities and advisory services are offered through, USA Financial Securities Corp., Member FINRA/SIPC. finra.org a Registered Investment Adviser located at 6020 E. Fulton St., Ada, MI 49301. Informed Family Financial Services, Inc. and Strategic Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with USA Financial Securities.
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DENVER, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Offen Petroleum ("Offen"), announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the wholesale division of G&S Oil Products, headquartered in Centennial, CO ("G&S"). Offen is a leading independent distributor of motor fuels, propane, and lubricants, and offers petroleum logistics services in 40 U.S. states. The acquisition continues to strengthen Offen's ability to distribute major oil company branded motor fuel to independent retailers.
G&S has been owned and operated by the Sussman family for over 50 years. G&S is a full-service wholesale and retail marketer of branded motor fuels under the Conoco, Phillips 66, Sinclair, and Shell brands as well as a supplier of unbranded fuels, with a footprint covering the greater Front Range of Colorado. In addition to providing wholesale motor fuel services to third-party retailers, G&S has developed a reputation of operational excellence in their own network of gas stations and convenience stores. After the transaction, G&S will continue to operate their portfolio of convenience stores and automotive service centers.
"We've had a long relationship with Bill Gallagher, and we knew that if we were going to sell our wholesale business, Offen would be the best partner for not only our wholesale customers, but also for our company operated stores, who will be a fuel customer of Offen's," stated Meyer Sussman, Founder and President of G&S. "The Offen team has a reputation of providing the highest level of customer care and they have a full breadth of resources that will benefit our customers."
This acquisition will add 40 new customers that operate gas stations under the Conoco, Phillips, and Sinclair brands along with five un-branded motor fuel customers. The addition of G&S's customers deepens Offen's operations in Colorado, further enhances Offen's position as one of the leading fuel distributors in the United States and grows Offen's commitment to the branded dealer business.
"Meyer and Jeff Sussman and their team of dedicated, long-term employees, are long-standing, highly respected operators in the motor fuel/convenience retail industry, and I am very honored that the Sussman's are entrusting Offen to carry on their legacy of providing superior service to their customers," said Bill Gallagher, Offen's CEO. "This is a very special opportunity for us to be able to acquire such a high-quality portfolio of customers."
About Offen Petroleum
Headquartered in Commerce City, CO, Offen is a growing distributor of motor fuels, propane, and lubricants that dedicates itself to serving its customers with the highest level of service. In addition to organic growth, Offen is a leading acquiror of companies in this consolidating marketplace. Offen distributes over 2.2 billion gallons of motor fuel annually and will serve customers throughout 40 United States. In addition to branded and unbranded motor fuels, Offen sells propane, and lubricant products and solutions for the commercial, industrial, and passenger car segments, as well as diesel exhaust fluids used in emission controls. Offen is a portfolio company of Court Square Capital Partners, a New York based private equity firm with $7 billion of assets under management. More information on Offen can be found at www.offenpetro.com.
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- San Francisco Bay Area Latin-pop crossover artist Razteria will release "Me gusta estar sola" (I like being alone) on June 23rd, 2022. The song was produced by veteran musician and producer Dave Shul (Ex-Michael Franti & Spearhead, Los Mocosos). It features Jay Lane on drums (from RatDog, Bob Weir, Sausage, Alphabet Soup, Freaky Executives, Primus and more). It was mixed by Razteria and mastered by Trakworx.
"Me gusta estar sola," a psychedelic rock song, was written in the winter of 2022 during Razteria's solitary moments over the holiday season. It reflects the intense contemplation and sheer enjoyment of solitude that is necessary to the creative process. However, this state is a double edged sword, as in solitude you sacrifice moments together with friends and family. The intense dynamics and instrumentation recall classics like Queen and Jefferson Airplane. The single will launch on all major digital platforms (Pre-save link). Also to launch on June 23rd is the single's official music video shot by up and coming film-maker Alex Zajieck, assisted by Hannie Saba and edited by Sheila Da Silva (Youtube Channel).
"Me gusta estar sola" is single #7 released by Razteria in 2022 following latin pop track Respira (May), alternative latin hip hop tune Madre Tierra (April), upbeat steppers reggae song Ser Feliz (March) featuring Alcide Marshall on drums, sexy minimalist latin electro-pop record Cada dia (Feb) featuring Jayme Arredondo on drums, latin retro pop cut Imposible (Jan) and pop/trap crossover I feel naked, remix by Swede of 808 Mafia (producer of Lil Wayne, Dj Khaled, Meek Mill, Gucci Mane and more). New singles are being released every month in collaboration with Latin American poets Zezé Fassmor, Orlando Muñoz Garcia and musician-producer Dave Shul. You can also pre-save July's single Ambicioso, a Beatles-esque latin pop track.
Razteria will perform the new music at An Evening with Razteria from 4:30-7PM at the Golden Gate Bandshell in San Francisco sponsored by Illuminate Live in association with SF Parks Alliance and SF Recreational Parks District. Razteria will be accompanied by veteran musicians Dave Shul (guitar,Los Mocosos, ex-Michael Franti and Spearhead), Raleigh Neal (keys, ex-Michael Franti and Spearhead), Ronnie Smith (drums), Waddell Bell (bass, Fyah Squad Band) and Roberto Quintana (percussion). A free, family friendly, open air event with seating on a first come first serve basis. RSVP.
Contact: Alex Kilgore alex@razteria.com
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‘It’s really hard’: Foster families struggling during baby formula shortage
By Marlei Martinez
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LONGWOOD, Florida (WESH) — Foster families are feeling the pain of the baby formula shortage.
Amy Irish is a new foster mom to a 3-month-old boy in Longwood.
They are down to one last can of baby formula. So how long will that last them?
“A week if we’re lucky,” Irish said.
They are facing a serious time crunch. Meanwhile, it will be weeks at least before shelves start to fill again.
Still, her husband searches about 10 stores every day.
“If he goes by a Walgreens, if he goes by a CVS, if he drives by a Target, if he drives by a Publix, if he drives by a Winn Dixie, he stops and checks,” she said.
Irish took her foster son in when he was just 3-weeks-old, right when the formula shortage really hit.
“Being a foster parent is hard. Then you add this, and it’s really hard,” she said.
Irish said as a foster parent, feeding options are even more limited.
“I really hope that people keep in mind that not everyone can breastfeed. And it’s an awkward conversation to walk up to people and just recommend that,” she said.
Her foster son is on Similac formula, one of the brands impacted by the closure of the Abbott factory in Michigan.
As a foster parent, Irish said it is not simple to switch to a different formula.
“We’re not able to go out and buy whatever is on the shelf,” she said. “We are supposed to adhere to what we are told to feed them, what they are prescribed. Since he has a prescription, I can’t just change it.”
Yet, with only one can left, they are running out of options.
“I have no idea what we’re going to do at this point,” Irish said.
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‘Pop Idol’ and stage star Darius Campbell Danesh dies at 41
LONDON (AP) — Performer Darius Campbell Danesh, who went from a British reality television show to a stage and music career, has died at the age of 41.
The singer’s family said Tuesday that he was found unresponsive in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota on Aug. 11 and pronounced dead by the local medical examiners’ office.
“The local police department have confirmed that there were no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances,” the family said. “The cause of his sudden death is unknown at this stage while medical examinations continue.”
Born in Glasgow to a Scottish mother and Iranian father, Campbell Danesh appeared on reality show “Popstars” in 2001, making a splash with his intense interpretation of Britney Spears’ “…Baby One More Time.”
He had more success later the same year on “Pop Idol,” an early Simon Cowell reality-talent show hybrid that aimed to find a new singing star. He came third behind Gareth Gates and Will Young but topped U.K. charts in 2002 with the single “Colourblind,” from his debut album “Dive In.”
Campbell Danesh went on to major roles in musicals, including West End productions of “Chicago” and “Guys and Dolls,” and starred as Rhett Butler in a musical stage adaptation of “Gone With the Wind.” The big-budget show opened in London in April 2008 but closed two months later after poor reviews and ticket sales.
In 2010, he won another reality show, “Popstar to Operastar” and afterward performed in a production of “Carmen” at London’s O2 Arena.
He also made a foray into Hollywood as a co-executive producer on the 2016 horror film “Imperium,” starring Daniel Radcliffe.
Campbell Danesh married actress Natasha Henstridge in California in 2011; they divorced a few years later.
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The Industry Disruptor's Stellar Growth Continues With New Digital Storefront, Providing Americans Access to Delivery of South Asian Groceries in Seven Cities
CHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quicklly, a comprehensive, one-stop marketplace for Indian/South Asian groceries, tiffins, meal kits and fully-prepared restaurant dishes, and Instacart today announced the companies' expanded partnership to offer delivery of Quicklly's Indian pantry staples, desi spices and sauces in as fast as an hour across seven U.S. cities: New York City, N.Y., Chicago, Ill., Austin, Texas, Fremont, Calif., Sunnyvale, Calif., Naperville, Ill. and Edison, N.J. The Instacart app also offers nationwide delivery of Quicklly's ready-to-eat Indian meals kits in three to four days, creating new opportunities for Americans to engage with and consume authentic South Asian and Indian food.
"We're thrilled to grow this partnership with Instacart and bring authentic and delicious Indian and South Asian food to Americans of all backgrounds, identities and locations," said Keval Raj and Hanish Pahwa, co-founders of Quicklly. "With Quicklly, we've seen hundreds of thousands of customers engage with Indian and South Asian cuisine in new and exciting ways. We're excited to continue to connect consumers with tasty staples and a diverse array of groceries, meal kits and more."
The Quicklly Indian Meals Kit on the Instacart app offers customers an array of authentic vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian meals and sauces, shipped directly to their door. The new Quicklly grocery storefront allows customers in seven cities to get same-day delivery of the items ordered.
"We're proud to expand our partnership with Quicklly to provide access to same-day delivery of its assortment of authentic Indian groceries, food, fresh produce and customers in seven cities," said Elise Metzger, Director of Retail Accounts at Instacart. "At Instacart, we're dedicated to helping retailers compete and better serve their customers.
Quicklly plans to expand same-day delivery to six additional cities including Seattle, Atlanta, Dallas, Pittsburgh, Boston and Los Angeles in the coming months.
Customers in select cities can shop for 60-minute Quicklly delivery or Indian Meal Kits via Instacart at https://www.instacart.com/quicklly or through the Instacart app. To learn more about Quicklly, its initiatives and offerings, visit www.quicklly.com.
Quicklly is the nation's most comprehensive, one-stop marketplace for Indian/South Asian groceries, tiffins, meal kits and fully prepared restaurant dishes, offering everything needed to enjoy authentic South Asian and Indian cuisine in one place. Founded in 2017, Quicklly has made waves as a true industry disruptor, with rapid revenue growth year-over-year. From H1 of 2021 to H1 of 2022, Quicklly doubled its revenue and experienced an 85% increase in orders and 44% increase in users. The digital marketplace has been aggressive with constant new launches and partnerships, including partnerships with Instacart and Shef, nationwide delivery of iconic products like Mithaas sweets and Alphonso mangoes, and brand initiatives such as Quicklly Go and a brand ambassador program. To date, Quicklly partners with nearly 300 independent local businesses across greater Chicago, New York, New Jersey, the San Francisco Bay Area and nationwide. Learn more at https://www.quicklly.com or visit the platform's storefront on Instacart. The Quicklly app is available for download via iOS or Android at https://quicklly.page.link/quickllyapp.
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PALO ALTO, Calif., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eiger BioPharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: EIGR), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative therapies to treat and cure hepatitis delta virus (HDV) and other serious diseases, today announced the appointment of Lisa Kelly-Croswell to its Board of Directors.
Ms. Kelly-Croswell is an accomplished senior human resources and organizational executive and brings nearly 25 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical and life sciences industries. She is currently Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Boston Medical Center Health System, where she oversees the organizational agenda for a $5 billion health system, full-service academic medical center, and 450,000-member managed healthcare plan.
"Lisa's extensive experience in biopharmaceuticals and healthcare systems alongside her track record in leading meaningful organizational growth ideally position her to bring an important perspective to our board," said Thomas Dietz, PhD, Chairman of the Board, Eiger. "As a seasoned executive in the healthcare field, her insights and perspective will be a valuable addition to our strategic planning process for the future Eiger organization and late-stage pipeline announcements ahead."
Prior to her leadership position with the Boston Medical Center Health System, Ms. Kelly-Croswell led Human Resources for Vertex Pharmaceuticals, playing a pivotal role in the company's transformation from a research organization into a fully sustainable commercial biotechnology company. Before Vertex, Ms. Kelly-Croswell held roles within Nitromed, Cigna, and Monsanto. She currently serves on the board of Synlogic and is a current and past board member of multiple non-profit organizations.
"I am delighted to join the Eiger board at this exciting time in its evolution to a commercial stage biopharmaceutical company," said Ms. Kelly-Croswell. "The company's progress to date has been impressive and the diverse pipeline with breakthrough therapy programs is most promising for patients that may ultimately benefit. I look forward to being part of Eiger's future growth and continued success."
Ms. Kelly-Croswell holds an MA in Labor and Industrial Relations and a BA in Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is the holder of the 2022 NEHRA Diversity Champion Award and is a 2021 awardee for Boston's Most Impactful Black Women. She has been featured in the Boston Business Journal and Forbes and is a sought-after speaker and panelist for many organizational conferences and events.
About Eiger
Eiger is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative therapies to treat and cure hepatitis delta virus (HDV) and other serious diseases. The Eiger HDV platform includes two first-in-class therapies in Phase 3 that target critical host processes involved in viral replication. Eiger is also developing peginterferon lambda as a therapeutic for COVID-19 and reported positive results from TOGETHER, a Phase 3 investigator-initiated study.
All five Eiger rare disease programs have been granted FDA Breakthrough Therapy designation: lonafarnib and peginterferon lambda for HDV, Zokinvy for progeria, and avexitide for both congenital hyperinsulinism and post-bariatric hypoglycemia.
For additional information about Eiger and its clinical programs, please visit www.eigerbio.com.
Contacts
Investors:
Sylvia Wheeler
Wheelhouse Life Science Advisors
swheeler@wheelhouselsa.com
Media:
Sarah Mathieson
SVP, Corporate Affairs
smathieson@eigerbio.com
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BALLERUP, Denmark, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LiqTech International, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIQT) ("LiqTech" or the "Company"), a clean technology company that manufactures and markets highly specialized filtration technologies, today announced the closing of its previously announced public offering of common stock and pre-funded warrants, including the exercise in full by the underwriters of their option to purchase an additional 6,900,000 shares of common stock at the public offering price of $0.50 per share. The exercise of the option to purchase additional shares brought the total number of securities sold by LiqTech in the offering to 22,535,850 shares of common stock and pre-funded warrants to purchase 30,425,000 shares of common stock. The exercise of the option increased the gross proceeds--before deducting underwriting discounts, commissions, and estimated offering expenses--to LiqTech from the offering to approximately $26.45 million. The initial closing occurred on May 17, 2022, and the closing of the underwriters' option occurred on May 19, 2022.
Lake Street Capital Markets, LLC acted as representative of the underwriters and sole book-running manager for the offering and Joseph Gunnar & Co., LLC acted as the co-manager.
Directors and officers of LiqTech purchased 3,080,000 shares of common stock in the offering, which included a purchase by LiqTech's Interim CEO, Alexander J. Buehler, of 2,000,000 shares. The securities were offered pursuant to a shelf registration statement on Form S-3, as amended, which was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 12, 2022. The offering was made solely by means of a prospectus. A final prospectus supplement relating to and describing the terms of the offering has been filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Copies of the final prospectus supplement relating to this offering can be obtained at the SEC's website or from Lake Street Capital Markets, LLC, Attn: Syndicate Department, 920 Second Avenue South, Suite 700, Minneapolis, MN 55402, by calling (612) 326-1305, or by emailing syndicate@lakestreetcm.com.
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor will there be any sales of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction.
LiqTech International, Inc., a Nevada corporation, is a clean technology company that provides state-of-the-art ceramic silicon carbide filtration technologies for gas and liquid purification. LiqTech's silicon carbide membranes are designed to be used in the most challenging water purification applications and its silicon carbide filters are used to control diesel exhaust soot emissions. Using nanotechnology, LiqTech develops products using its proprietary silicon carbide technology, resulting in a wide range of component membranes, membrane systems, and filters for both microfiltration and ultrafiltration applications. By incorporating LiqTech's SiC liquid membrane technology with the Company´s extensive systems design experience and capabilities, LiqTech offers unique, turnkey solutions for the most difficult water purification applications.
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ProBox launches its live events series with premiere event headlined by an international star-studded bout between Chinese Olympian and undefeated light heavyweight contender Meng and former two-time light heavyweight champion Pascal (CAN)
Combat sports icon Mike Goldberg joins ProBox's ringside broadcast team that includes the legendary Roy Jones Jr., Juan Manuel Marquez, Antonio Tarver, and Paulie Malignaggi
Meng vs. Pascal offered exclusively through the ProBox app (available on the Android TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire Stick platforms and in app stores worldwide) and www.ProBoxTV.com
TAMPA, Fla., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ProBox TV ("ProBox" or the "Company"), the first and only global sports streaming and media company dedicated exclusively to professional boxing, announced today its official launch event this Friday, May 20 will be headlined by a premiere light heavyweight bout between Chinese Olympian and IBF No. 1 contender Fanlong Meng, and former two-time light heavyweight champion Jean Pascal. Available exclusively through the ProBox app and website, this marquee event kicks off with fights between rising global prospects from ProBox's Future Stars series starting at 7:30pm EST, with the main event of Meng vs. Pascal at approximately 10:00pm EST.
To watch Meng vs. Pascal, download the ProBox app (available on the Android TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire Stick platforms and in app stores worldwide) or visit www.ProBoxTV.com and subscribe. For just $1.99 per month, ProBox subscribers can stream evenly matched and high-action, live boxing events—including Meng vs. Pascal this Friday, May 20—and access a wide range of premium supporting content.
"At ProBox, we give boxing fans premium content without the premium price tag, and that's exactly what subscribers can expect with our launch event this Friday on May 20," said Garry Jonas, founder and CEO of ProBox. "This card is headlined by an international star-studded bout in Meng vs. Pascal, and fans will also get two-plus hours of high-quality undercard fights from our Future Stars series to start the night. If you are a boxing or combat sports fans, be sure to subscribe to ProBox today and tune in on Friday for what's sure to be a night of pure action inside the ring."
Ringside commentary will be provided by the Company's founders—Roy Jones, Jr., Juan Manuel Marquez, Antonio Tarver, and Paulie Malignaggi—and combat sports industry icon, Mike Goldberg. An accomplished sports commentator with extensive experience in the UFC and broader combat sports world, Goldberg will work alongside ProBox's legendary founders and broadcast team moving forward to commentate ProBox's live events, as well as contribute to ProBox's ever-increasing library of supporting content.
"ProBox understands what fans of boxing and combat sports actually want: consistent, high-quality, and affordably-priced content," said Goldberg. "The marketplace was missing a platform dedicated to professional boxing the way the Golf Channel or Tennis Channel are focused on their singular sports. What ProBox has created here is truly special, and when the opportunity to join the team presented itself, I knew I wanted to be involved. This launch event on Friday will be an epic way to kick off what is a major game changer for the boxing and combat sports communities, and I look forward to working with Garry, Roy, Juan, Antonio, and Paulie to create powerful content both in and out of the ring."
ProBox's official launch event will start with a press conference on Wednesday, May 18. The press conference will be available to stream through ProBox's YouTube. The ProBox app is available worldwide in all major app stores across all major devices, as well as on the Android TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire Stick platforms. Please visit www.ProBoxTV.com for more information (and to subscribe), or follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Reddit.
ABOUT PROBOX TV
ProBox TV ("ProBox") is the first and only global sports streaming and media company dedicated exclusively to professional boxing. Founded by former CEO of Iron Mike Productions Garry Jonas in partnership with the legendary Roy Jones Jr., Juan Manuel Marquez, Antonio Tarver, and Paulie Malignaggi, ProBox's mission is to deliver real boxing fans an improved experience when watching and following the sport. For just $1.99 per month, ProBox subscribers can stream evenly matched and high-action, live boxing events and access a wide range of premium supporting content—including podcasts, news coverage, and ProBox Originals such as reality shows and documentaries—all through the ProBox app and website: www.ProBoxTV.com. To learn more and subscribe, download the ProBox app today (available in all major app stores), visit our website, or find us on the Android TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire Stick platforms. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Reddit.
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Gaffney Bennett PR
ProBoxTV@gbpr.com
BOXING INDUSTRY CONTACT
Gabe Rivas
GabeRivas03@gmail.com
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PHILADELPHIA, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berger Montague is investigating securities fraud allegations on behalf of investors who purchased the securities Verrica Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Verrica" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: VRCA) between May 28, 2021 and May 24, 2022 (the "Class Period").
If you purchased the securities of Verrica during the Class Period, would like to discuss Berger Montague's investigation, or have questions concerning your rights or interests, please contact attorneys Andrew Abramowitz at aabramowitz@bm.net or (215) 875-3015, or Michael Dell'Angelo at mdellangelo@bm.net or (215) 875-3080 or visit: https://investigations.bergermontague.com/verrica-pharmaceuticals/
In December 2020, Verrica submitted its New Drug Application (NDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking regulatory approval of VP-102 for the treatment of molluscum.
On September 20, 2021, Verrica announced receipt of a Complete Response Letter (CRL) due to deficiencies at a facility of Verrica's contract manufacturer. On this news, the Company's stock price fell $1.00, or 8.3%, to close at $11.03 per share on September 21, 2021.
On May 24, 2022, Verrica announced receipt of another CRL regarding the VP-102 NDA, citing deficiencies identified during a general reinspection of the contract manufacturing organization (CMO) that manufactures Verrica's bulk solution drug product.
On this news, the Company's shares fell $3.55, or 63.8%, to close at $2.01 per share on May 25, 2022, on unusually heavy trading volume.
Whistleblowers: Anyone with non-public information regarding Verrica is encouraged to confidentially assist Berger Montague's investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under this program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to thirty percent (30%) of recoveries obtained by the SEC. For more information, contact us.
Berger Montague, with offices in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Washington, D.C., and San Diego, has been a pioneer in securities class action litigation since its founding in 1970. Berger Montague has represented individual and institutional investors for over five decades and serves as lead counsel in courts throughout the United States.
Contacts
Andrew Abramowitz, Senior Counsel
Berger Montague
(215) 875-3015
aabramowitz@bm.net
Michael Dell'Angelo, Executive Shareholder
Berger Montague
(215) 875-3080
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Tony Boselli thanks his family, especially dad 'Big Tony', at Hall of Fame enshrinement
CANTON — His full name is Don Bosco Anthony Boselli Jr. For Tony Boselli, the best part of his name is the junior part.
From the beginning to the end, Boselli couldn't help but acknowledge his father — "Big Tony" — during his Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement speech Saturday. Boselli's father died last year after a battle with cancer. For Boselli, his name continues to live on with him and the family he made.
"Thank you, dad, for everything," Boselli said. "I know you're here, but man I wish you were here."
Boselli made it clear he would not be where he is if it wasn't for his family. Not just his immediate family, but his extended family on the field and off the field.
"There's nothing more important," Boselli said. "There's nothing more powerful. The support and love of my family and warmth throughout my 50 years is why I'm here today. "
Boselli went on to thank the Jacksonville Jaguars for selecting him as their first-ever first-round draft pick in 1995. Boselli became a five-time Pro Bowler in his career and an anchor of four playoff teams. He also campaigned for his coach, Tom Coughlin, to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
"Tom, you were a pain to play for," Boselli said. "You were hard. You had high standards and had a bunch of silly rules I didn't agree with. You were difficult to play for, but I always respected you."
After Coughlin, he thanked some of his former Jacksonville teammates such as Leon Searcy on the offensive line. Then mentioned Fred Taylor and Jimmy Smith, hoping they follow him into the Hall of Fame. Boselli considered Mark Brunnell, who presented him, as more than just his quarterback, but his closest friend after their relationship extended off the field.
"I had amazing teammates," Boselli said. "I'm so fortunate to play with so many great Jaguars." | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/sports/pro/pro-football-hof/2022/08/06/pro-football-hall-of-fame-enshrinement-speech-tony-boselli-remembers-dad-jacksonville-jaguars/65393649007/ | 2022-08-06T20:52:33Z |
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (AP) — An attack by suspected Islamic extremist rebels has killed nine people in northeast Nigeria, police and witnesses said Thursday, one of several deadly attacks this week in the troubled region.
At least 15 people have been killed in attacks in northeast Nigeria this week.
The suspected Boko Haram members stormed Geidam, a border town in Yobe State, and opened fire on residents, according to witnesses. Those killed include two women and a retired inspector of police, said Dungus Abdulkareem with the Yobe State Police Command.
The militants came on foot and “began to shoot,” resident Babagana Umar told The Associated Press.
“We all thought it was soldiers shooting until we began to hear people screaming and running,” Umar said. “They burned down a school before storming a local alcohol and relaxation joint (where) the terrorists shot at some persons and then tied others’ hands from behind and slit their throats.”
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the Wednesday attack.
The Islamic State group, however, claimed responsibility for an explosion in neighboring Taraba state that killed six people earlier in the week. That attack targeted a “gathering of Christian disbelievers inside a crowded bar” in Taraba, the group said.
The group also said that its fighters killed five soldiers in a separate attack on an army post in Marte town in Borno State although the Nigerian army did not confirm this.
Security has been beefed up in areas hit by the attacks, police have said.
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country with 206 million people, continues to grapple with a 10-year-old insurgency by Islamic extremists in the northeast carried out by Boko Haram and its offshoot, the Islamic State West Africa Province. The extremists are fighting to establish Shariah law and to stop Western education.
More than 35,000 have died and millions have been displaced by the violence, according to the U.N. Development Program.
On Wednesday, Nigerian leader President Muhammadu Buhari criticized the insurgents who have forbidden western education in parts of Nigeria’s north where they operate.
“God is justice. You can’t kill innocent people and shout Allah Akbar (God is great). It’s either you don’t know that God at all, or you are simply being stupid,” Buhari said. “To say Western education is unacceptable is very fraudulent.”
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Asadu reported from Abuja, Nigeria. Maamoun Youssef contributed to this report from Cairo, Egypt. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/suspected-extremist-attack-kills-9-in-northeastern-nigeria/ | 2022-04-21T21:52:05Z |
Inflation weighs on back-to-school buying for many families
NEW YORK (AP) — To understand the impact of surging inflation on this year’s back-to-school spending, look no further than children’s rain boots with motifs like frogs and ladybugs made by Washington Shoe Co.
Spending held steady for these evergreen items even after the Kent, Washington-based business was forced to pass along 15% price increases in January to its retail clients because of soaring transportation costs. But by May, as gas and food prices also surged, shoppers abruptly shifted away from the $35 higher-end rain boots to the no-frills versions that run $5 to $10 cheaper, its CEO Karl Moehring said.
“We are seeing consumers shift down,” said Moehring, noting dramatic 20% sales swings in opposite directions for both types of products. “Wages are not keeping up with inflation.”
This back-to-school shopping season, parents — particularly in the low to middle income bracket — are focusing on the basics while also trading down to cheaper stores amid surging inflation, which hit a new 40-year high in June.
Last week, Walmart noted higher prices on gas and food are forcing shoppers to make fewer purchases of discretionary items, particularly clothing. Best Buy, the nation’s largest consumer electronics chain, cited that inflation has dampened consumer spending on gadgets. Both companies cut their profit forecasts as a result.
Such financial struggles amid the industry’s second-most important shopping season behind the winter holidays mark a big difference from a year ago when many low-income shoppers, flush with government stimulus and buoyed by wage increases, spent freely.
Matt Priest, CEO of trade group Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America, noted that last year, the group’s retail members saw a noticeable uptick in online sales mid-month when shoppers received their monthly child tax credit checks that amounted to a couple of hundred dollars. This season, without that bump, he expects shoppers will buy fewer shoes for their children and rely on private label brands.
Inflation has squeezed household finances for Jessica Reyes, 34, who took her daughters Jalysa, 7, and Jenesis, 5, to a “Back to School Bash” event last month in the Chicago’s northside that offered free backpacks filled with supplies for students.
“I feel like everything is going up these days,” she said at the event. “We’re a one-income household right now ... so I think it’s greatly affected us in all areas, in bills and in house necessities and school necessities.”
Out shopping, her girls were drawn to the school supplies featuring TV characters and animals they love, but she’ll focus on the plain versions.
“They want the cute ones, you know, the kitty ones. And those are always more expensive than the simple ones. And same thing with folders, or notebooks, or pencils,” Reyes said.
Earlier, Manny Colon and his daughters Jubilee, 8, and Audrey, 5, stopped by the back-to-school event to pick out backpacks.
Colon, 38, works at his daughters’ elementary school. He said his spouse has had to pick up extra work because of high prices for school supplies, groceries and gas.
“I think it’s definitely impacted us,” he said.
Multiple forecasts point to a solid back-to-school shopping season.
Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks spending across all payment forms including cash, forecasts back-to-school spending will be up 7.5% from July 14 through Sept. 5 compared with the year-ago period when sales rose 11%. For the 2020 back-to-school period, sales fell 0.8% as the pandemic wreaked havoc on schools’ reopening plans and back-to-school shopping.
Still, higher prices are propping up much of the numbers.
A basket of roughly a dozen supply items showed a price increase of nearly 15% on average for this back-to-school season compared with a year ago, according to retail analytics firm DataWeave. The price of backpacks are up nearly 12% to an average of $70, for example.
Back 2 School America, an Illinois-based nonprofit that distributes back-to-school kits to kids from low-income families, has seen “a significant increase in costs of supplies,” including a 10% increase from their vendor with another possible mark-up on the way, said the organization’s CEO Matthew Kurtzman. And shipping costs have also gone up.
Thanks to increased support this year, Back 2 School America will be able to cover the new costs and is on track to distribute more kits than ever before — 12,000 so far, and more than 30,000 by the end of August, Kurtzman said. But the funding isn’t guaranteed in the future as worries about a recession increase.
Retailers face big challenges to get shoppers to spend, particularly on clothing.
Walmart said last week it was taking extra discounts on clothing to clear out inventory. Analysts believe those sales will exert more pressure on other rivals to discount more to stay competitive. However, Walmart said it’s encouraged by the early signs for sales of school supplies.
Meanwhile, Gap’s low-price Old Navy division is guaranteeing a price freeze on its denim from July 29 through the end of September.
As for Washington Shoe, Moehring said he’s shifting production away from higher priced children’s boots to more value-priced products in the months ahead. The company still sees annual sales ahead of last year, but he’s being cautious.
“I believe it is a muddy outlook,” he said.
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Claire Savage reported from Chicago and is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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Powered by Snowflake, analytics from the Yext platform provide customers with unparalleled insights into user behavior.
NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Yext, Inc. (NYSE: YEXT), the Answers company, today announced a partnership with Snowflake, the Data Cloud company, to further improve the analytics functionality of its award-winning platform. Yext analytics, Powered by Snowflake, allow customers to optimize their digital experiences with highly detailed insights from search queries, reviews, and other forms of online engagement.
Through the Powered by Snowflake program, Yext harnesses the Snowflake Data Cloud to establish secure data sharing capabilities and a single source of truth for search analytics. Yext customers can now reliably access and quickly act on critical insights by leveraging the speed, scale, and performance of Snowflake's platform.
"Analytics has always been a key focus of ours, and that's only become more important now that Yext answers questions across websites, search engines, apps, and chatbots," said Maxwell Shaw, SVP of Product Management at Yext. "Snowflake allows us to turn data into insights — it's that simple. We've continuously innovated to deliver exceptional value to our customers, and Snowflake provides us with the edge we need to take our platform to the next level."
Yext's partnership with Snowflake is on full display at this year's Snowflake Summit, June 13-16 in Las Vegas, Nevada, where thousands of Snowflake's partners, customers, and industry peers are gathering to network, collaborate, and obtain essential knowledge about Snowflake and emerging trends in data and analytics. Yext is powering search on the conference app and website to give attendees easy access to information about sessions, speakers, logistics, and more.
"With Snowflake's powerful engine purpose-built for modern data applications, Yext is positioned to deliver faster time-to-value for end users," said Scott Schilling, Senior Director, Global Partner Development at Snowflake. "Snowflake's partnership with Yext enables joint customers to unlock data-driven insights with advanced analytics, driving better experiences wherever users look for answers."
To become a Snowflake partner, get access to Snowflake's self-service partner resources, and apply for the Powered by Snowflake program, please visit www.snowflake.com/partners/poweredbysnowflake.
To learn more about the Yext and Snowflake partnership, visit yext.com/snowflake.
Yext (NYSE: YEXT) is the Answers Company and is on a mission to empower every company in the world to provide authoritative answers to every question about their organization. Yext leverages AI to collect and organize a company's information and deliver it — in the form of answers — to customers, employees, and partners. Yext's Answers Platform works by pulling in information, organizing it into a Knowledge Graph and then delivering it via a set of platform services, including Listings, Search, Pages & Reviews. Brands like Verizon, Subway, and Marriott — as well as organizations like the U.S. State Department — trust Yext to radically improve their business and deliver perfect answers everywhere.
CONTACT: Gordon Knapp, pr@yext.com
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COLLEGE PARK, Md., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Maryland has named Susan Rivera dean of the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSOS), effective August 1, 2022. As dean, Rivera will promote a culture of impactful research and scholarship, encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships, and advocate persuasively for BSOS's programs both within and beyond the campus community. Rivera will work with faculty, staff and students to articulate a vision for the contributions BSOS will make to the fulfillment of the university's mission and new strategic plan.
"Dr. Rivera's commitment to academic excellence and creating a diverse and inclusive culture, and her focus on collaborative cross-disciplinary work, will be a tremendous asset to the University of Maryland and the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences," said Senior Vice President and Provost Jennifer King Rice. "I have the utmost confidence in her leadership and exemplary scholarship."
Dr. Rivera joins Maryland from the University of California, Davis, where she serves as chair and professor in the Department of Psychology. As chair, she has maintained a focus on building and sustaining an inclusive and supportive departmental climate and successfully both retained and hired new faculty under a framework of inclusive excellence. Under her leadership, the department's U.S. News and World Report's rankings rose from No. 26 to No. 12 overall, and to No. 6 among public institutions.
"I am confident that my 20+ years of experience at a leading public research institution have equipped me with an enhanced understanding of the mission and purpose of a public research university. As a first generation Latinx scholar, I am especially mindful of the important role played by higher education in supporting the success of the next generation of leaders," said Rivera. "As dean of a large and thriving college, I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to positively impact a broad range of students, staff and faculty."
In addition to her academic appointment in the Department of Psychology, Dr. Rivera is an affiliate faculty with the UC Davis Center for Neuroscience, which seeks to understand the function of the human brain in health and in illness. She also is a faculty member in the UC Davis Center for Mind and Brain and a member of the MIND Institute. Dr. Rivera's research is focused on investigating neurocognitive development in both typically and atypically developing individuals, specifically those with fragile X syndrome, autism and Down syndrome.
Dr. Rivera serves as a member of a number of professional organizations, including the Cognitive Neuroscience Society, the Cognitive Development Society, the Society for Research in Child Development, the Jean Piaget Society and the Society for Neuroscience. She is the recipient of UC Davis' Dean's Award for Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and, in 2021, was appointed to a 3-year term on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee. She also serves as editor-in-chief for the journal Human Development.
She holds a Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the University of California, Berkeley and a B.A. in psychology from Indiana University.
About the University of Maryland
The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,000 students, 10,000 faculty and staff, and 300 academic programs. As one of the nation's top producers of Fulbright scholars, its faculty includes two Nobel laureates, six Pulitzer Prize winners and 58 members of the national academies. The institution has a $2.3 billion operating budget and secures more than $1.3 billion annually in research funding together with the University of Maryland, Baltimore. For more information about the University of Maryland, College Park, visit www.umd.edu.
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Police: Chicago shooting leaves 2 people dead, 8 wounded
CHICAGO (AP) — Two people are dead and another eight wounded following a shooting near a fast food restaurant in Chicago that sent bystanders scattering, authorities said.
The shooting happened about 10:40 p.m. Thursday near a McDonald’s on the city’s Near North Side, a few blocks from the city’s Magnificent Mile shopping district. One person was taken into custody and a weapon was recovered, police said in statement.
Details about what led to the shooting weren’t immediately released by police, but a witness, Deonna Jackson, 18, said the shooting appeared to stem from a fight outside the restaurant.
“When the fight first started, we were right next to them,” Deonna Jackson, 18, told the Chicago Sun-Times. “We had to run because I didn’t want anyone to swing on me.”
The shooting comes amid a surge in deadly violence in the city in recent years. And it follows a deadly shooting last weekend in downtown Chicago’s Millennium Park that killed a teen and led the city to tighten a curfew for young people as part of efforts to curb violence.
As paramedics and officers responded Thursday, a fight erupted between two people across the street from the scene of the shooting, the Chicago Tribune reported, and some people crossed a line of police tape and argued with officers before they were moved away.
Police didn’t immediately release the names or ages of the dead. Additional details about the circumstances of the shooting weren’t immediately released. An investigation was ongoing.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/05/20/police-chicago-shooting-leaves-2-people-dead-8-wounded/ | 2022-05-20T11:25:46Z |
Utilizing EMG for project use, MyoWare® 2.0 features a snap-together design and more robust shield options to measure muscle activation
BOULDER, Colo., April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SparkFun Electronics and Advancer Technologies are excited to announce the release of the MyoWare® 2.0 product line. Building upon the EMG technology of the original line, MyoWare 2.0 improves functionality by implementing a snap-together system, which allows users to easily snap their board and shields together for a quick build experience.
The MyoWare 2.0 release includes a newly designed Muscle Sensor board and five shields designed to snap together for a solder-free experience and compact project profile. The Muscle Sensor 2.0 outputs data in three modes: EMG Envelope, Raw EMG, and new for the 2.0 release - Rectified EMG.
"Our hope with the new MyoWare 2.0 ecosystem is to once again lower the barrier to entry for myoelectric technology," said Brian Kaminski, Founder/Owner of Advancer Technologies. "We've redesigned the whole ecosystem so setup is a snap, eliminating the need to solder connections, which opens up this innovative technology to a broader audience."
Two new shields designed for the 2.0 release, the MyoWare Link Shield and MyoWare Arduino Shield, work together to allow users to connect up to six Muscle Sensor 2.0 boards to one Arduino microcontroller. Three additional shields updated for the 2.0 release include:
- MyoWare LED Shield
- MyoWare Cable Shield
- MyoWare Power Shield
"SparkFun has been carrying the MyoWare product line for nearly a decade at this point and has been one of their biggest fans the entire time. So, we are excited to partner with Advancer Technologies to manufacture and handle the sale of the MyoWare 2.0 ecosystem," said Kirk Benell, SparkFun's Chief Technical Officer. "By combining our resources, we've been able to design and create an ecosystem of EMG (electromyography) sensors and accessories that we can both be proud of."
The MyoWare 2.0 board and shields are now available for purchase at sparkfun.com.
These products are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation treatment, or prevention of disease, in a man or other animals.
About SparkFun Electronics (www.sparkfun.com)
Since 2003, SparkFun has been helping turn ideas into reality – whether you're creating a smart weather station, exploring the frontier of machine learning, or prototyping your first (or tenth) product. No matter your vision, our open source tools, documentation, and online tutorials make emerging technology easy to use, and the road to a finished project shorter.
About Advancer Technologies LLC (www.myoware.com)
Our myoelectric masters at Advancer Technologies are changing the world by helping homegrown inventors flex their creative muscles. From robots to video games to prosthetics, our MyoWare Muscle Sensor gives you the power to control an endless possibility of devices. Additionally, we help cultivate and educate future great minds and ideas through free guides and tutorials on how to build amazing projects using myoelectric technology.
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Expansion will bring internet speeds up to 2 Gbps to Sussex County, Delaware
EDINBURG, Va., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glo Fiber, powered by Shenandoah Telecommunications Company ("Shentel") (Nasdaq: SHEN), announced plans to build a 100% fiber network in Sussex County, DE. Engineering and network design work are currently underway, and construction will ramp up in early 2023 to deliver an all-fiber choice for high-speed, reliable service to over 21,000 homes and businesses in the County. This will be Glo Fiber's first project in Delaware, continuing their extension of high-quality fiber-based network and services to communities in the Mid-Atlantic region.
"It will be good for the residents and businesses of Sussex County, and other parts of Delaware, to have a selection of broadband vendors for Internet services," said Dwayne Kilgo, Director of Information Technology, Sussex County.
Glo Fiber provides multi-gigabit internet access, streaming TV, and phone service in the Mid-Atlantic region, with optional wall-to-wall Wi-Fi service that allows customers to connect anywhere in their home or business. Using Wi-Fi 6 technology, customers can enjoy faster speeds, higher performance, and better support for multiple devices throughout the home with the assurance of advanced protection and automatic updates.
"Any time we expand to a new state or region it's exciting," said Chris Kyle, Vice President of Industry Affairs and Regulatory. "The County staff at Sussex County have been fantastic to work with and are eager to have a competitive fiber provider come to their area. This expansion will continue to grow the Glo brand in new markets where residents and businesses alike will reap the benefits of having access to our state-of-the-art fiber product."
Using Shentel's 7,600-mile regional fiber network, Glo Fiber can ensure high speeds, low latency, and fair pricing. The company has earned a reputation for providing outstanding local customer service across its markets, including the growing list of communities in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Glo Fiber offers three tiers of symmetrical, high-speed internet access, streaming TV, and unlimited local and long-distance phone service. Glo TV service is delivered via an app and is compatible with Apple TV, Amazon's Fire Stick and many smart TVs with embedded streaming software. Glo internet pricing is all-inclusive with no additional fees or surcharges, excluding taxes. To check the status of their neighborhood and receive updates, interested residents can pre-register at www.glofiber.com and businesses can pre-register at www.glofiberbusiness.com.
For more information about Shentel, please visit www.shentel.com or call 1-800-SHENTEL (1-800-743-6835).
About Glo Fiber
Glo Fiber (Glo) provides next-generation fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) multi-gigabit broadband internet access, live streaming TV, and digital home phone service powered by Shentel (Nasdaq: SHEN). Glo provides the fastest available service to residents leveraging XGS-PON, a state-of-the-art technology capable of symmetrical internet speeds up to 10 Gbps.
About Shenandoah Telecommunications
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) provides broadband services through its high speed, state-of-the-art cable, fiber-optic and fixed wireless networks to customers in the Mid-Atlantic United States. The Company's services include: broadband internet, video, and voice; fiber-optic Ethernet, wavelength and leasing; and tower colocation leasing. The Company owns an extensive regional network with over 7,600 route miles of fiber and over 220 macro cellular towers. For more information, please visit www.shentel.com.
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PITTSBURGH, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- I am a pastor and sometimes I have to attend multiple events in one day," said the inventor from Houston, Texas. "I created this invention in order to add a versatile option to clothing that can be changed easily on the go."
He invented the patent-pending BUSINESS TO CASUAL that fulfills the need for a clothing item which could combine two garments into one. This will help eliminate the hassle with transporting a change of clothes or having to stop at home to change, which could ultimately save wearers time and money. Additionally, this could also save valuable space within a closet and help provide wearers with fashionable garments.
The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-BDH-108, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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- Analyses highlight long-term efficacy and safety results, including real-world data, from studies of SKYRIZI® (risankizumab) in moderate to severe psoriasis and active psoriatic arthritis
- Presentations include data from the largest-of-its-kind study that demonstrates the real-world burden of atopic dermatitis
- Breadth of data underscores AbbVie's commitment to advancing research in dermatology for people living with immune-mediated skin diseases such as psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, atopic dermatitis and vitiligo
NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced it will present 23 abstracts at the 31st European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) Congress, including a late-breaking oral presentation on long-term efficacy and safety data of SKYRIZI® (risankizumab) in psoriatic arthritis and real-world data from MEASURE-AD to assess the multidimensional burden of atopic dermatitis. This research demonstrates AbbVie's commitment to deepening the understanding of immune-mediated skin diseases by investing in studies of difficult-to-treat patient populations, certain disease areas with few existing treatment options as well as real-world patient experience. The hybrid congress will take place from September 7-10, in Milan, as well as virtually.
"Our leadership in dermatology runs deep – from developing innovative technologies to studying lesser-understood diseases where few to no treatment options currently exist," said Chiedzo Mpofu, MBChB, Ph.D., vice president, Global Medical Affairs, Immunology, AbbVie. "At this year's EADV Congress, we're presenting a range of data, including real-world, patient-centered research that will help elevate the community's understanding of the long-term impact of our treatments and the potential to support patients with difficult-to-treat diseases."
Key data to be presented include:
- Late-breaking oral presentation of new data from the ongoing Phase 3 active psoriatic arthritis clinical trials, KEEPsAKE 1 and KEEPsAKE 2, evaluating long-term efficacy and safety, up to 100 weeks, in patients treated with SKYRIZI (risankizumab)
- Analyses from MEASURE-AD, a cross-sectional, 28-country, burden of disease study aimed to characterize global treatment patterns, healthcare resource utilization and costs, and the clinical and economic burden of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis
- Results from VALUE, a 13-month interim analysis from a long-term, prospective observational study that has enrolled 2,700 patients from 21 countries, evaluating real-world efficacy, durability of response and time to first treatment change for moderate to severe psoriasis patients treated with SKYRIZI (risankizumab) compared to other commonly used treatments
- Results from aIMM, a Phase 3b, multicenter, interventional, open-label, single-arm study analyzing clinical efficacy, safety and quality-of-life outcomes after 16 weeks of treatment with SKYRIZI (risankizumab) in psoriasis patients who previously achieved suboptimal responses to one of two IL-17 inhibitors, either secukinumab or ixekizumab
- Interim analysis of the nearly 5-year (256 weeks) LIMMitless open-label extension study evaluating long-term efficacy and safety data with continuous SKYRIZI (risankizumab) treatment in patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis
- Two real-world insurance claims database analyses examining economic and comorbidity impacts on patients with vitiligo
AbbVie abstracts at the EADV Congress include:
The full EADV scientific program is available here.
SKYRIZI is part of a collaboration between Boehringer Ingelheim and AbbVie, with AbbVie leading the development and commercialization of SKYRIZI globally.
About SKYRIZI® (risankizumab)
SKYRIZI is an interleukin-23 (IL-23) inhibitor that selectively blocks IL-23 by binding to its p19 subunit. IL-23, a cytokine involved in inflammatory processes, is thought to be linked to a number of chronic immune-mediated diseases.1,2 Phase 3 trials of SKYRIZI in psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are ongoing.3-5
US Indications and Important Safety Information about SKYRIZI® (risankizumab-rzaa)2
SKYRIZI is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with:
- moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who may benefit from taking injections or pills (systemic therapy) or treatment using ultraviolet or UV light (phototherapy).
- active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
- moderate to severe Crohn's disease.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
What is the most important information I should know about SKYRIZI® (risankizumab-rzaa)?
SKYRIZI is a prescription medication that may cause serious side effects, including:
Serious Allergic Reactions:
Stop using SKYRIZI and get emergency medical help right away if you get any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction:
- Fainting, dizziness, feeling lightheaded (low blood pressure)
- Swelling of your face, eyelids, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat
- Trouble breathing or throat tightness
- Chest tightness
- Skin rash, hives
- Itching
Infections:
SKYRIZI may lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections and may increase your risk of infections. Your healthcare provider should check you for infections and tuberculosis (TB) before starting treatment with SKYRIZI and may treat you for TB before you begin treatment with SKYRIZI if you have a history of TB or have active TB. Your healthcare provider should watch you closely for signs and symptoms of TB during and after treatment with SKYRIZI.
- Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have an infection or have symptoms of an infection, including:
Do not use SKYRIZI if you are allergic to risankizumab-rzaa or any of the ingredients in SKYRIZI.
Before using SKYRIZI, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
- have any of the conditions or symptoms listed in the section "What is the most important information I should know about SKYRIZI?"
- have an infection that does not go away or that keeps coming back.
- have TB or have been in close contact with someone with TB.
- have recently received or are scheduled to receive an immunization (vaccine). Medicines that interact with the immune system may increase your risk of getting an infection after receiving live vaccines. You should avoid receiving live vaccines right before, during, or right after treatment with SKYRIZI. Tell your healthcare provider that you are taking SKYRIZI before receiving a vaccine.
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if SKYRIZI can harm your unborn baby.
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if SKYRIZI passes into your breast milk.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
What are the possible side effects of SKYRIZI?
SKYRIZI may cause serious side effects. See "What is the most important information I should know about SKYRIZI?"
Liver problems in people with Crohn's disease: A person with Crohn's disease who received SKYRIZI by intravenous infusion developed changes in liver blood tests with a rash that led to hospitalization. Your doctor will do blood tests to check your liver before, during, and up to 12 weeks of treatment and may stop treatment with SKYRIZI if you develop liver problems. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any of the following symptoms: unexplained rash, nausea, vomiting, stomach (abdominal) pain, tiredness (fatigue), loss of appetite, yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) and dark urine.
The most common side effects of SKYRIZI in people treated for Crohn's Disease include upper respiratory infections, injection site reactions, fever, headache, stomach (abdominal) pain, back pain, joint pain, and low red blood cells (anemia).
The most common side effects of SKYRIZI in people treated for plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis include upper respiratory infections, feeling tired, fungal skin infections, headache, and injection site reactions.
These are not all the possible side effects of SKYRIZI. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Use SKYRIZI exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to use it.
SKYRIZI is available in a 150 mg/mL prefilled syringe and pen, a 600 mg/10 mL intravenous infusion, and a 360 mg/2.4 mL single-dose prefilled cartridge with on-body injector.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
If you are having difficulty paying for your medicine, AbbVie may be able to help. Visit AbbVie.com/myAbbVieAssist to learn more.
Please click here for Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for SKYRIZI.
Globally, prescribing information varies; refer to the individual country product label for complete information.
About RINVOQ® (upadacitinib)
Discovered and developed by AbbVie scientists, RINVOQ is a selective JAK inhibitor that is being studied in several immune-mediated inflammatory diseases.6 Based on enzymatic and cellular assays, RINVOQ demonstrated greater inhibitory potency for JAK-1 vs JAK-2, JAK-3 and TYK-2.6 The relevance of inhibition of specific JAK enzymes to therapeutic effectiveness and safety is not currently known. Phase 3 trials of RINVOQ in atopic dermatitis, axial spondylarthritis, Crohn's disease, giant cell arteritis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Takayasu arteritis and ulcerative colitis are ongoing.5,7-15
US Indications and Important Safety Information about RINVOQ® (upadacitinib)6
USES
RINVOQ is a prescription medicine used to treat:
- Adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis when 1 or more medicines called tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers have been used, and did not work well or could not be tolerated.
- Adults with active psoriatic arthritis when 1 or more medicines called TNF blockers have been used, and did not work well or could not be tolerated.
- Adults with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis when 1 or more medicines called TNF blockers have been used, and did not work well or could not be tolerated.
- Adults with active ankylosing spondylitis when 1 or more medicines called TNF blockers have been used, and did not work well or could not be tolerated.
It is not known if RINVOQ is safe and effective in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, or ankylosing spondylitis.
- Adults and children 12 years of age and older with moderate to severe eczema (atopic dermatitis) that did not respond to previous treatment and their eczema is not well controlled with other pills or injections, including biologic medicines, or the use of other pills or injections is not recommended.
RINVOQ is safe and effective in children 12 years of age and older weighing at least 88 pounds (40 kg) with atopic dermatitis.
It is not known if RINVOQ is safe and effective in children under 12 years of age with atopic dermatitis.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
What is the most important information I should know about RINVOQ?
RINVOQ may cause serious side effects, including:
- Serious infections. RINVOQ can lower your ability to fight infections. Serious infections have happened while taking RINVOQ, including tuberculosis (TB) and infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses that can spread throughout the body. Some people have died from these infections. Your healthcare provider (HCP) should test you for TB before starting RINVOQ and check you closely for signs and symptoms of TB during treatment with RINVOQ. You should not start taking RINVOQ if you have any kind of infection unless your HCP tells you it is okay. If you get a serious infection, your HCP may stop your treatment until your infection is controlled. You may be at higher risk of developing shingles (herpes zoster).
- Increased risk of death in people 50 years and older who have at least 1 heart disease (cardiovascular) risk factor.
- Cancer and immune system problems. RINVOQ may increase your risk of certain cancers. Lymphoma and other cancers, including skin cancers, can happen. Current or past smokers are at higher risk of certain cancers, including lymphoma and lung cancer. Follow your HCP's advice about having your skin checked for skin cancer during treatment with RINVOQ. Limit the amount of time you spend in sunlight. Wear protective clothing when you are in the sun and use sunscreen.
- Increased risk of major cardiovascular (CV) events, such as heart attack, stroke, or death, in people 50 years and older who have at least 1 heart disease (CV) risk factor, especially if you are a current or past smoker.
- Blood clots. Blood clots in the veins of the legs or lungs and arteries can happen with RINVOQ. This may be life-threatening and cause death. Blood clots in the veins of the legs and lungs have happened more often in people who are 50 years and older and with at least 1 heart disease (CV) risk factor.
- Allergic reactions. Symptoms such as rash (hives), trouble breathing, feeling faint or dizzy, or swelling of your lips, tongue, or throat, that may mean you are having an allergic reaction have been seen in people taking RINVOQ. Some of these reactions were serious. If any of these symptoms occur during treatment with RINVOQ, stop taking RINVOQ and get emergency medical help right away.
- Tears in the stomach or intestines and changes in certain laboratory tests. Your HCP should do blood tests before you start taking RINVOQ and while you take it. Your HCP may stop your RINVOQ treatment for a period of time if needed because of changes in these blood test results.
Do not take RINVOQ if:
- You are allergic to upadacitinib or any of the ingredients in RINVOQ.
What should I tell my HCP BEFORE starting RINVOQ?
Tell your HCP if you:
- Are being treated for an infection, have an infection that won't go away or keeps coming back, or have symptoms of an infection, such as:
- Have TB or have been in close contact with someone with TB.
- Are a current or past smoker.
- Have had a heart attack, other heart problems, or stroke.
- Have or have had any type of cancer, hepatitis B or C, shingles (herpes zoster), blood clots in the veins of your legs or lungs, diverticulitis (inflammation in parts of the large intestine), or ulcers in your stomach or intestines.
- Have other medical conditions, including liver problems, low blood cell counts, diabetes, chronic lung disease, HIV, or a weak immune system.
- Live, have lived, or have traveled to parts of the country, such as the Ohio and Mississippi River valleys and the Southwest, that increase your risk of getting certain kinds of fungal infections. If you are unsure if you've been to these types of areas, ask your HCP.
- Have recently received or are scheduled to receive a vaccine. People who take RINVOQ should not receive live vaccines.
- Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Based on animal studies, RINVOQ may harm your unborn baby. Your HCP will check whether or not you are pregnant before you start RINVOQ. You should use effective birth control (contraception) to avoid becoming pregnant during treatment with RINVOQ and for 4 weeks after your last dose.
- Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. RINVOQ may pass into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment with RINVOQ and for 6 days after your last dose.
Tell your HCP about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. RINVOQ and other medicines may affect each other, causing side effects.
Especially tell your HCP if you take:
- Medicines for fungal or bacterial infections
- Rifampicin or phenytoin
- Medicines that affect your immune system
If you are not sure if you are taking any of these medicines, ask your HCP or pharmacist.
What should I do or tell my HCP AFTER starting RINVOQ?
- Tell your HCP right away if you have any symptoms of an infection. RINVOQ can make you more likely to get infections or make any infections you have worse.
- Get emergency help right away if you have any symptoms of a heart attack or stroke while taking RINVOQ, including:
- Tell your HCP right away if you have any signs or symptoms of blood clots during treatment with RINVOQ, including:
- Tell your HCP right away if you have a fever or stomach-area pain that does not go away, and a change in your bowel habits.
What are other possible side effects of RINVOQ?
Common side effects include upper respiratory tract infections (common cold, sinus infections), shingles (herpes zoster), herpes simplex virus infections (including cold sores), bronchitis, nausea, cough, fever, acne, headache, increased blood levels of creatine phosphokinase, allergic reactions, inflammation of hair follicles, stomach-area (abdominal) pain, increased weight, flu, tiredness, lower number of certain types of white blood cells (neutropenia, lymphopenia), muscle pain, flu-like illness, rash, increased blood cholesterol levels, and increased liver enzyme levels.
A separation or tear to the lining of the back part of the eye (retinal detachment) has happened in people with atopic dermatitis treated with RINVOQ. Call your HCP right away if you have any sudden changes in your vision during treatment with RINVOQ.
These are not all the possible side effects of RINVOQ.
How should I take RINVOQ?
RINVOQ is taken once a day with or without food. Do not split, crush, or chew the tablet. Take RINVOQ exactly as your HCP tells you to use it. RINVOQ is available in 15 mg, 30 mg, and 45 mg extended-release tablets.
This is the most important information to know about RINVOQ. For more information, talk to your HCP.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
If you are having difficulty paying for your medicine, AbbVie may be able to help. Visit AbbVie.com/myAbbVieAssist to learn more.
Please click here for the Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide.
Globally, prescribing information varies; refer to the individual country product label for complete information.
About AbbVie in Dermatology
For more than a decade, AbbVie has worked to uncover new solutions and improve care for people with serious skin diseases, including psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, hidradenitis suppurativa and atopic dermatitis. With a broad clinical trial program, we continue to actively research and adapt to the evolving needs of the dermatology community and advance our pipeline to help people achieve their treatment goals and live beyond their skin disease. For more information on AbbVie in dermatology, visit https://www.abbvie.com/our-science/therapeutic-focus-areas/immunology/immunology-focus-areas/dermatology.html.
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Forward-Looking Statements
Some statements in this news release are, or may be considered, forward-looking statements for purposes of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project" and similar expressions, among others, generally identify forward-looking statements. AbbVie cautions that these forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, failure to realize the expected benefits from AbbVie's acquisition of Allergan plc ("Allergan"), failure to promptly and effectively integrate Allergan's businesses, competition from other products, challenges to intellectual property, difficulties inherent in the research and development process, adverse litigation or government action, changes to laws and regulations applicable to our industry and the impact of public health outbreaks, epidemics or pandemics, such as COVID-19. Additional information about the economic, competitive, governmental, technological and other factors that may affect AbbVie's operations is set forth in Item 1A, "Risk Factors," of AbbVie's 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K, which has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as updated by its subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. AbbVie undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to forward-looking statements as a result of subsequent events or developments, except as required by law.
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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a safety/surveillance system for use in a vehicle to help any motorist who is concerned about being unjustly profiled by the police," said an inventor, from Charlotte, N.C., "so I invented the SAFE RIDE. My design allows you to safely and discreetly record the situation and notify designated contacts within your phone."
The invention provides an effective way to safeguard an individual in any adverse on-the-road situation. In doing so, it enables the user to easily record video/audio of the situation. It also ensures that key contacts are notified of the situation. As a result, it provides added protection and peace of mind. Additionally, the invention features a secure design that is easy to install and use so it is ideal for vehicle owners and professional drivers.
The original design was submitted to the Charlotte sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-CNC-804, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Developed with novel dye technology and AI guidance, new BD Horizon RealYellow™ 586 Reagents have potential to accelerate discovery and drug development in oncology, autoimmune disorders and infectious diseases
FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced the launch of a new family of reagents that enables researchers to gain improved data resolution and greater insights from samples compared to traditional fluorochromes, made possible by their innovative development using novel dye technology and artificial intelligence (AI) guidance.
The launch of BD Horizon RealYellow™ 586 Reagents marks the first fluorochrome in a series from the new BD Horizon RealYellow™ and RealBlue™ Reagents product family. These reagents are a significant breakthrough in flow cytometry and have the potential to accelerate discovery and drug development in many diseases.
"One of the main challenges researchers face today is the limited number of markers that can be analyzed in a single sample due to the lack of specific fluorochromes excited at a single wavelength," said Cyrille Mionnet, Researcher at Centre d'Immunologie de Marseille-Luminy (CIML). "This hinders our ability to identify and analyze distinct populations with confidence. BD Horizon RealYellow™ 586 Reagents offer an effective solution for both conventional and spectral cytometry, expanding what is possible and opening the door to greater and deeper biological insights by facilitating panel design."
BD Horizon RealYellow™ and RealBlue™ Reagents were developed using novel BD dye technology and an AI-guided approach to selecting the optimal fluorochrome positions. The AI analyzed existing data from excitation and emission profiles of current commercially available fluorochromes, then identified the optimal positions in laser lines for new dyes to be developed. The BD Research and Development team then developed dyes to fit these profiles using a novel BD dye technology. This combination of next-generation dye technology and AI guidance makes the BD Horizon RealYellow™ and RealBlue™ Reagents the first of their kind.
Flow cytometry is a popular technique in biomedical research that allows scientists to identify and analyze single cells based on their characteristics, letting scientists study them in more detail to better understand the immune system, discover new biomarkers, and help develop treatments for disease. A key component of flow cytometry experiments are fluorochromes, or fluorescent dyes, photoreactive chemical compounds excited by laser light to enable the detection of features of interest on a cell. BD Horizon RealYellow™ and RealBlue™ Reagents are laser-specific fluorochromes optimally positioned to minimize the cross-laser excitation and background experienced with traditional fluorochromes.
BD Horizon RealYellow™ 586 Reagents are optimized for not only conventional flow cytometry, but spectral flow cytometry, a rapidly growing field that allows for even more characteristics to be measured from a single sample. Combined with spectral flow cytometry, BD Horizon RealYellow™ 586 Reagents help researchers perform high-dimensional research to address highly complex questions.
"By overcoming this long-standing limitation in flow cytometry, scientists will now be able to more accurately and confidently study cells of interest, which can streamline discovery research and help unlock potential therapies for disease in a broad range of fields including virology and oncology," said Steve Conly, vice president and general manager of Research and Clinical Solutions for BD Biosciences. "With BD Horizon RealYellow™ and RealBlue™ Reagents, BD demonstrates its continued leadership in the exciting field of spectral flow cytometry. The new reagents will complement future products that leverage BD CellView™ Image Technology, our new technology that adds fluorescence imaging and image-based decisioning to sort individual cells at high speed based on the visual details of each cell, to empower researchers with a truly unique solution for cutting-edge flow cytometry."
BD Horizon RealYellow™ 586 Reagents are now available globally online and through local sales representatives. Additional BD Horizon RealYellow™ and RealBlue™ Reagents will be made available soon. More information is available at bdbiosciences.com/real.
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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health™ by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. The company supports the heroes on the frontlines of health care by developing innovative technology, services and solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and clinical process for health care providers. BD and its 75,000 employees have a passion and commitment to help enhance the safety and efficiency of clinicians' care delivery process, enable laboratory scientists to accurately detect disease and advance researchers' capabilities to develop the next generation of diagnostics and therapeutics. BD has a presence in virtually every country and partners with organizations around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. By working in close collaboration with customers, BD can help enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care. For more information on BD, please visit bd.com or connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/bd1/ and Twitter @BDandCo.
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Channel-drying technology, iRIScope, offers improved compliance with new AAMI standards
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile Aspects, a Pittsburgh-based health care logistics platform provider, has recently obtained a new patent approval on its iRIScope system — an endoscope storage cabinet that utilizes both RFID technology and automated channel-drying. With this latest patent (the second for iRIScope), Mobile Aspects is now the only company that can offer channel-drying with the use of RFID technology.
iRIScope provides a simple and safe way to dry the outer surfaces and interior channels of endoscopes, while offering the advanced features of an automated endoscope tracking system. iRIScope, which includes robust software to measure information on scope usage and lifecycle management, is the world's only endoscope cabinet with RFID technology, air drying and channel-drying in one unit.
This news comes shortly after the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation® (AAMI) issued guidance (ST91:2021) recommending all scope lumens (channel) be dried for at least 10 minutes with pressure-regulated forced instrument air (or, at minimum, HEPA-filtered air).
Thorough drying has been shown to reduce the risk of microbial contamination following high-level disinfection from the recontamination of the endoscope by waterborne microorganisms during rinsing. The presence of these microorganisms in conjunction with retained moisture can lead to the development of biofilm and increase patient infection risks.
"Innovation, safety and throughput are the wheels that drive our industry forward," said Dr. Adam Slivka, associate chief of clinical affairs for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. "Identifying the right tools that help us meet the societal guidelines for infection prevention ensures a better standard of patient care and gives us the ability to improve hospital productivity."
Nearly all infection control and endoscopy societies agree that channel-drying is an essential step when safely reprocessing endoscopes. In fact, incomplete scope channel-drying is perennially listed on the ECRI list of top patient safety concerns, and recent research links poor drying cycles to multiple outbreaks of waterborne organisms.
In meeting the new recommendation, iRIScope cabinets allow scopes to hang vertically with forced air running through the channels, providing efficient and effective drying and reducing the number of human touches by up to 75%.
"We are the only product on the market that can meet this 10-minute drying time safely and simultaneously reduce touches," said Suneil Mandava, CEO and founder of Mobile Aspects. "Many current options available in the market take as long as 60 minutes to perform the same task."
For more information about Mobile Aspects iRIScope solution, please visit, https://www.mobileaspects.com/solutions/iriscope/.
Mobile Aspects pioneers new methods for modernizing and optimizing the care delivery process in health systems. A Pittsburgh-based private entity backed by patented technologies, Mobile Aspects eliminates manual and fallible practices to make hospitals safer and less at risk for sentinel events. For more information, visit www.mobileaspects.com.
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- Lightweight version of the HIGH CUT / JUMP starting at 1.25 kilograms while providing effective protection against bullets and fragments
- New ZENTURIO version for special units offers effective standalone protection against rifles (VPAM 6)
- Entire model range featuring completely renewed design and innovative technical features
SCHWANENSTADT, Austria, and PARIS , June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Eurosatory international defense technology fair, which starts today in Paris, ULBRICHTS Protection will focus on Effective Head Protection for Soldiers. At its newly designed stand (5H/451), the market and technology leader for ballistic helmets in the police sector will be demonstrating that true protection against projectiles and fragments is also possible for military requirements. In addition to their reduced weight, the latest generation of ballistic titanium hybrid helmets from ULBRICHTS Protection features numerous other innovations in terms of protection, comfort, and design.
In contrast to police forces, soldiers have to wear their helmets for much longer stretches at a time. As a result, weight has been the main criterion up to now when selecting combat helmets made mostly out of aramid. Although these are very light and offer good protection against fragments, they display fatal weaknesses in the case of projectiles. Even if the projectile is stopped by the helmet shell, typical NIJ 3a aramid helmets have extremely high back face deformation and potentially deadly residual energy values – and therefore trauma values. When a helmet stops a projectile, the deforming helmet strikes the wearer's head and transfers high residual energy. This will cause potentially fatal head injuries.
Protection up, weight down: true protection starting at 1.25 kilograms
After years of research, ULBRICHTS Protection has upgraded its titanium concept, which has been tried and tested for more than 20 years, to bring it into the weight class of combat-ready lightweight helmets. The latest version of the HIGH CUT / JUMP ballistic helmet only weighs around 1.25 kilograms. But despite its low weight, the helmet provides effective protection against handgun fire according to the Golden Standard VPAM 3 HVN 2009. This means that the helmet not only stops the bullet but also that the helmet has a very low back face deformation when being hit. This keeps the strike on the head low and the transferred energy below the threshold value below survivable 25 Joule. Thanks to its combination of titanium and polyethylene, the HIGH CUT / JUMP also offers excellent protection against fragments. This high-tech product not only gives soldiers effective ballistic head protection in highly dynamic situations but also enables them to wear it for long periods – and thus offers them the same level of protection that is already standard in many European police units today.
In addition to the particularly light HIGH CUT / JUMP, the entire VPAM-3 helmet range from ULBRICHTS Protection has also undergone an update. By further developing and improving the materials used, ULBRICHTS has achieved significant weight reductions in its VPAM-3 helmets without compromising their protective effectiveness.
In addition, ULBRICHTS offers the option of achieving true protection against rifles with an additional forehead shield. The FORTIS module can be attached to the front helmet shell in just a few simple steps using the Velcro surface. As a result, this ultra-light helmet variant is also able to stop shots from a Kalashnikov assault rifle using 7.62 x 39 steel-core ammunition (MSC) while at the same time achieving trauma values below 25 joules (test level VPAM 6 and trauma values analog to the European guideline VPAM HVN 2009 below 25 joules). This means that the ballistic protection of the combat helmet and vest can be adjusted. The Head and body are protected in the best possible way against various operational threats.
New ZENTURIO for special units: True protection against rifles without additional modules
The solution for special forces / special operations in need of increased ballistic protection requirements is now also available to military special units as a high-protection direct-action helmet from high to low cut. The ZENTURIO, the flagship of the ULBRICHTS helmet family, has reached a new level of protection in its latest version: VPAM 6. While the previous ZENTURIO was designed as a standard operational helmet to protect European special forces against handguns (test level VPAM 3), the new helmet can stop gunfire from a Kalashnikov assault rifle using 7.62 x 39 steel-core ammunition (MSC) while at the same time achieving trauma values below 25 joules (test level VPAM 6 and trauma values analog to the European guideline VPAM HVN 2009 below 25 joules). This effectively prevents a potentially life-threatening craniocerebral trauma even in the case of the acute military threat that a Kalashnikov assault rifle represents. In addition, the new ZENTURIO offers stopping power against the NATO 7.62 x 51 caliber (.308 / M80 / NIJ III). This makes it the only helmet in its weight class on the market that offers its wearer all-around effective and standalone protection against rifles without additional shields – a real threat to which procurers around the world are responding by adapting protective equipment.
More than just looks: ULBRICHTS helmets in a new design
The latest helmet generation from ULBRICHTS Protection not only provides particularly good protection results. The exterior has also been significantly improved. Protection, design, and comfort were consistently conceived holistically. In the future, ULBRICHTS helmets will no longer need screws on the helmet shell, on the one hand saving weight, on the other increasing the helmet's effective protective surface by 20 to 30 percent – screws and the necessary holes are a well-known weak point of the helmet shell. In addition, they can in turn become a dangerous secondary projectile when fired on.
All ULBRICHTS helmets can be continuously adjusted in a matter of seconds and can therefore be worn unisize for all head sizes ranging from 48 to 62 centimeters. A sophisticated inner helmet system ensures an optimally centered fit. Other properties, such as improved modularity and practical features, characterize the new generation. Both the visors from our own production and other accessories can be easily and flexibly mounted. The latest helmet generation shows at a glance why it was developed: true protection, dynamics, and functionality.
About ULBRICHTS Protection
ULBRICHTS Protection in Schwanenstadt (Upper Austria) is a division of ULBRICHTS GmbH. It develops and manufactures ballistic helmets made of titanium and titanium hybrid. The company's international clientele includes patrol officers, special police forces and other police units, and the military. The company is one of the pioneers in the field of ballistic head protection and regularly sets new technical standards in terms of true protection, comfort, and design.
Further Information: http://www.ulbrichts.com/protection/medienbereich
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Tel.: +43 664 88103498
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Over the moon: On verge of last 2022 dance, Tuslaw Mustangs make first OHSAA state final four
RAVENNA — Concession stand sales? Stock down.
Tournament excitement? Stock up. And it kept going up all the way to the end of Saturday's marathon masterpiece that put Tuslaw in the state final four for the first time in the 45-year history of the OHSAA softball tournament.
Mustang senior Miriam Peterson's walkoff single in the 13th inning drove home Sara Hammontree for a 4-3 conquest of a Youngstown Ursuline dynamo that had won 22 games.
Amid a delirious celebration, Tuslaw found itself in the state semifinals at 3 p.m.,Thursday, at Akron's Firestone Stadium. The opponent will be Miami East, which run-ruled Batavia Northeastern 11-1 in a regional final Saturday.
"I'm excited to see what next week has in store for us," said head coach Cayla Mattox, who is in a movie-script run of life (read on).
High school softball games can fly by in one hour. This one took three, and it became more important than food.
It was tied 1-1 in the fifth inning when the field announcer C.J. Pierce declared, "Good news! A fresh supply of pizza has arrived at the concession stand."
By then everyone was glued to a seat. Someone at the lonely concession stand said the pepperoni treats, now being ignored, were driven in from a nearby chain place, Domino's. The game was more befitting of a classic downtown Ravenna haunt, Guido's.
Mattox seemed calm and down-to-earth afterward amid surreal circumstances. Her son Wyatt, 8 days old, was brought onto the field during the trophy presentation. She celebrated her 30th birthday on Friday.
Wihtout sounding worked up at all, she described the moment as "pretty amazing."
At least three times during the thriller, Ursuline was on the verge of having it won. Every time it mattered, the Mustangs amazed.
As the game went to the first extra inning, the eighth, the ballpark speakers played a Walk the Moon tune, which was slightly ironic. No one was walking against two great senior pitchers, Tuslaw's Meridith Rankl and Ursuline's Paige Ogden.
Ogden gave up an RBI single to catcher Brooklyn Mazzocca in the first inning, but handcuffed the Mustangs for the next nine innings, twice striking out the side. She was relieved after 10 frames by Mia Opalick.
Rankl threw strikes, induced routine outs behind strong defense, and improbably went the distance.
The official pitch count was unavailable. Afteward, Rankl shrugged in saying she didn't know what it was. Unofficially, it was WAY up there.
Rankl said she would have gone out for the 14th inning, had there been one.
"My mindset was that I'm not tired until the game is over," she said.
Clearly, Rankl was summoning from the reserve tank when, in a 2-2 tie in the top of the 13th, she gave up a leadoff home run to Ursuline cleanup hitter Maddie Miklandric.
Earlier, Tuslaw's Lillian Bucher nearly ended the game with what would have been a run-scoring blast to the wall in the bottom of the eighth. Ursuline star center fielder Alyssa Sheely made a difficult catch at the fence.
When Bucher led off the 13th by striking out, and Rankl flied out to center, the Mustangs were one out away from elimination. Mazzocca rescued the moment with a two-out double to the right-center gap.
"She was throwing outside," Mazzocca said. "We had two outs and needed a runner. I got an outside pitch. My thought was just ... see ball, hit ball."
Kylie Johnson and Camryn Kiefer hung tough and drew walks. Mazzaocca wound up scoring on a wild pitch while Kiefer took ball four.
Still, the game was on the verge of going to a 14th inning. Peterson seemed mistmatched in falling behind 1-2 in the count. Then she sent the Tuslaw crowd into joy with a three-quarters swing that sent the ball over the first baseman's head, easily scoring the pinch runner, Hammontree.
"My start to the game wasn't so hot," Peterson said. "I was striking out every at-bat, and I was kind of anxious going up there with the game on the line. Coach always says be a goldfish and just forget all the things that happened in the past and go up there and hit the ball.
"The second pitcher wasn't as good as the first one, but she was very good. The first pitcher got a lot of us to go after her rise ball. I struck out my first first three times. Against the second pitcher, when I had two strikes the last time, she threw it up and away. That's where I like it.
"I didn't swing all the way through. I was just trying for contact. I was just thinking about contact. Then, the second I turned around, Sara was already home. From there it was a blur."
As the tension released and the party began, it would have been a good time to dial up Walk the Moon one more time.
"Shut up and dance with me."
Reach Steve at steve.doerschuk@cantonrep.com
On Twitter: @sdoerschukREP | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/sports/high-school/softball/2022/05/28/tuslaw-ursuliine-score-ohsaa-softball-regional-final-state-tournament-meridith-rankl-cayla-mattox/9945936002/ | 2022-05-29T02:08:42Z |
Unless otherwise noted, the following births took place at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany between Aug. 21 and Sept. 2, 2022:
Bridges, Ca’Mhari LaVae, daughter, was born August 31 to Janeka Bridges of Albany.
Unless otherwise noted, the following births took place at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany between Aug. 21 and Sept. 2, 2022:
Bridges, Ca’Mhari LaVae, daughter, was born August 31 to Janeka Bridges of Albany.
Broussard, Knowledge Shakur, son, was born August 30 to Shawtina Iglus and Shaun Broussard Jr. of Albany.
Chery, Joshua Isaiah, son, was born August 27 to Jenny Lara Lopez and Jesy Chery of Albany.
Clyde, Rashawn Sherrod, son, was born August 21 to Santoria Bell and De’Marius Clyde of Albany.
Collier, Jrue Rylan, son, was born August 24 to Nikeya Collier of Albany.
Drake, Tae’Lor Tyshon, son, was born August 25 to Essence Fritts and Kelvin Drake Jr. of Albany.
Florence, Rico De’Prince, son, was born September 1 to Raniesha Florence of Pelham.
Green, Zachariah Juwannis, son, was born August 25 to Ladaisha Green of Albany.
Hancock, Marleigh Infinity, daughter, was born August 24 to Jessica Wade and Marquis Hancock of Albany.
Harnevious, Amaya Rose, daughter, was born August 29 to Ashley Harnevious of Albany.
Irby, Hazel Maree’, daughter, was born August 27 to Yolanda Kellum and Jeremiah Irby Sr. of Albany.
Ivey, Marlee Vaelyn, daughter, was born August 25 to Neysa Medley and Jesse Ivey of Albany.
Jackson, Dustin Stephen Jr., son, was born August 22 to Saundra Meredith and Dustin Jackson Sr. of Albany.
Jackson, Princeton Jhamir, son, was born August 25 to Angel Rivers and Jamario Jackson Sr. of Albany.
James, Bella Alaia, daughter, was born September 2 to Jada Williams and Cory James of Sylvester.
Johnson, Ja’Niyrah Aliyah, daughter, was born August 21 to JyKeria Patterson and Adarius Johnson of Albany.
Kaiser, Max Lucas, son, was born August 21 to Saren Kaiser and Brenton Kaiser of Albany.
Kaymore, Za’riah Gracelynn, daughter, was born August 24 to Harley Strickland and Ira Kaymore of Adel.
King, Alani Sadaye, daughter, was born August 29 to Zaniya Freeman and Christopher King II of Camilla.
Moore, Kenyon Clyde Jr., son, was born August 26 to Kimberly Moore and Kenyon Moore Sr. of Sylvester.
Moss-Washington, Deliani Hope and Alania Faith, twin daughters, were born August 26 to Danielle Moss-Washington of Valdosta.
Odom, Serenity Faith, daughter, was born August 23 to Sara Odom of Sylvester.
Reynolds, Kofi Zamir, son, was born August 23 to Kami Jones and Jerrod Reynolds of Albany.
Rivers, Aubrey Messiah Erielle, daughter, was born August 25 to Junice Rivers of Albany.
Saint-Vil, Harrison Louis, son, was born September 2 to Tawna Saint-Vil and Jeffery Saint-Vil of Bainbridge.
Squibb, Savannah Jewel, daughter, was born August 29 to Destiny Pullen and Randall Squibb of Dawson.
Stout, Dawson Wade, son, was born September 2 to Madeline Stout and Samuel Stout of Albany.
Tift, Lai’lani Dior, daughter, was born August 27 to Ladonna McKinney and Demarcus Tift of Sylvester.
Timbes, Amelia Yvette, daughter, was born August 30 to Donna Timbes of Albany.
Wakefield, Cadell Andrew James, son, was born August 29 to Candera King-Wakefield and Steddrick Wakefield of Albany.
Williams, Avalynn Lorraine, daughter, was born August 24 to Katherine Williams and Shane Williams of Leesburg.
Wyche, A’Dream Alizabeth Chancia (daughter) and Ashmere Choice (son), twins, were born August 23 to Alysia Williams and Lloyd Wyche III of Moultrie.
Yancey, Whittaker William, son, was born September 1 to Ruby Yancey and Dannie Yancey of Camilla.
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Letter to the editor: U.S. must confront the evil that is the war in Ukraine
On Friday’s Opinion page, there appeared a plea for neutrality on the war in Ukraine.
I read this with increasing alarm, then sadness, then something bordering on terror.
I am a third-generation American. And a Jew. Many of my relatives who never made it out of Hitler's reach were murdered. This was called a Holocaust, later called genocide.
My father's generation was responsible for defeating the monster who would have enslaved the world. If the writer of the letter had had his way, Hitler would have prevailed, and I would be in no position now to respond. I'd likely be dead.
Sadly, there have been other Holocausts. Stalin and Mao murdered millions of their own citizens. Then came Cambodia, Rwanda, Kosovo, Syria and Myanmar.
We remain the wealthiest and most powerful country on earth. If we fail to confront evil wherever it appears, where will it stop? Likely not on our shores.
Take a look at what’s left of the bombed-out city of Mariupol. Then perhaps reconsider.
— James Rudick, Plain Township | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/opinion/2022/04/20/letter-editor-u-s-must-confront-evil-war-ukraine/7336113001/ | 2022-04-20T09:37:56Z |
Man admits to raping 2 underage girls in motel room, police say
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX/Gray News) – Police in Texas said they arrested a man who admitted to raping two girls, ages 15 and 12, at a motel.
According to a report from College Station police, the two girls went missing Friday night from a residential treatment center for survivors of sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, and sex trafficking.
An employee at the facility was able to help lead police to the motel where the girls were found along with the suspect, Allen Michael Lee, 27.
According to the arrest report, Lee told police he met the 15-year-old two years ago on a dating app and said at the time, she lied about her age. Lee claimed that after learning her real age, he ceased communications until she recently reached out and told him she was pregnant and he was the father.
After learning about the pregnancy, Lee told police he picked her up, along with the 12-year-old girl, and traveled to College Station. Police noted in their report that Lee did not know the 12-year-old prior to picking her up Friday.
Police said Lee brought the girls to a motel where he and the children had sexual intercourse multiple times.
Lee was arrested and remains in the Brazos County Detention Center, charged with two counts of sexual assault of a child and one count of aggravated sexual assault of a child.
He is being held on a $300,000 bond.
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Court: Amazon customers can sue over lack of toxic warnings
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The California Supreme Court on Wednesday left intact a ruling that allows customers to sue Amazon.com for failing to warn buyers that some products it sells may contain hazardous substances such as mercury.
The court denied a request by Amazon’s lawyers to review a lower court ruling that said Amazon violated the state’s Proposition 65, which requires companies to warn consumers about products they make or sell that contain chemicals known to cause cancer, reproductive harm or birth defects.
The case involved a lawsuit filed in Alameda County that said the online retail giant knowingly allowed skin-lightening creams to be sold on its website for years despite being aware of concerns about toxic mercury levels in such creams.
Mercury can harm pregnant women and their fetuses. The suit alleged that some of the products produced by third parties but sold on Amazon contained mercury levels that were thousands of times the U.S. federal legal limit.
Amazon didn’t immediately comment on the Supreme Court’s action, which allows the previous court ruling to be used as precedent in state courts.
However, California has such a large market share that any actions Amazon takes to comply with Proposition 65 could have a much wider impact on consumers, said Rachel Doughty, a plaintiff’s attorney in the suit.
“That could look like removal of products containing carcinogens or reproductive toxins from Amazon’s site, or Amazon taking measures to ensure that a warning is provided ... so consumers can take steps to avoid exposure to such chemicals,” Doughty said in an email.
The lawsuit was dismissed in 2019 by a judge who found Amazon was protected by a section of the federal Communications Decency Act that shields websites from liability for content posted by other parties.
In March, however, a state appeals court said Amazon doesn’t merely act as a place for retailers to list their available merchandise but actively stores, sells and ships them.
A drugstore that sold the same creams would be required to issue Proposition 65 warnings, the ruling said.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/06/16/court-amazon-customers-can-sue-over-lack-toxic-warnings/ | 2022-06-16T01:58:49Z |
$27 billion class-action lawsuit in works for Uvalde mass shooting
UVALDE, Texas (KSAT) - A massive lawsuit was announced on behalf of those affected by the Robb Elementary School shooting.
The class-action suit is going after several law enforcement agencies as well as a gun manufacturer.
The lead attorney filing the suit, Charles Bonner, said they are fighting for justice and accountability.
“What we intend to do to help serve this community and that is to file a $27 billion civil rights lawsuit under our United States Constitution, one-of-a-kind in the whole world,” he said.
Bonner, a civil rights attorney, said he intends to file a class action lawsuit against anyone who can be held responsible for what happened inside of Robb Elementary on May 24.
“We have the school police, OK, out of Redondo. We have the city police, and we have the sheriff and we have the Texas Rangers, the DPS, and we have the Border Patrol,” he said, as well as gun manufacturer Daniel Defense and Oasis Outback, where the gunman bought the weapon used.
“There will be some institutional defendants, including the school board or the city council,” Bonner said.
He and his associate have been traveling to Uvalde from their California office for weeks - meeting with families at Pastor Daniel Myers’ church, Tabernacle of Worship.
“Up to right now, there’s been no accountability, there’s no justice for those 19 children and the two teachers,” Myers said.
The suit is being filed on constitutionality. Bonner said the victims, survivors and their families had their 14th Amendment rights violated.
“And what we’ve seen here is that the law enforcement agencies have shown a deliberate, conscious disregards of those lives,” he said.
Bonner’s law firm is taking on this class-action suit with a team of other firms, including a local Uvalde law office. It’s a big undertaking, one he said he believes is necessary to save lives.
“Everyone in this world (is) hurting and bleeding about what is happening here in Uvalde. And it’s up to us to make sure it doesn’t happen again,” Bonner said.
The lawsuit is still being drafted. Bonner said it’ll be filed in September when the investigation into the shooting is done.
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Masked suspects get away with $413K in merchandise from Louis Vuitton in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (WXIX/Gray News) - An estimated $413,000 in merchandise was stolen Wednesday from the Louis Vuitton store at Kenwood Towne Centre in Kenwood, Ohio, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office.
Shortly after 3 p.m., around eight to 10 people wearing ski masks were dropped off at the entrance of the shopping center.
The individuals proceeded to the Louis Vuitton store as they pushed passed store employees to get into the store, the sheriff’s office explained.
The group managed to steal “every item on the showroom floor,” the sheriff’s office said.
Photos released Thursday show the suspects running out of the store, merchandise in hand, on their way to a dark gray SUV and a black sedan. The vehicles were last seen northbound on I-71, according to the sheriff’s office.
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Vietnam veteran celebrates college graduation more than 50 years later
By Jesse Sarles
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BOULDER, Colorado (KCNC) — Frank Webb always wanted to make his mother proud, and that included graduating from college. But that graduation day with all the pomp and circumstance didn’t happen.
“I know she’d have been happy to see me in my cap and gown,” Webb said.
In 1968, Webb missed his commencement ceremony at the University of Colorado Boulder. He would earn his degree, but didn’t see his diploma until 3 years later.
“I’d already missed the commencement, but I was in Vietnam when I got the diploma.”
After being drafted into the military, Webb got a job as an editor of a military newspaper.
“(I wrote) lots of stories about the guys who were doing all the work in the heat and the dust and the danger. It wasn’t so much (danger) for me, but I felt I couldn’t put out a poor quality piece of junk.”
After spending a year in service during the Vietnam War, he returned to the United States and finished his service. He wound up marrying his wife Colleen and started a family. He worked in the technology sector for many years and then became a school bus driver in Seattle. But he felt like he had one more stop in life to make.
“I felt like I owed it to my mother to show up one more time and actually take the walk at commencement,” he said.
Webb called CU to see if he could walk onto the stage with his cap and gown. The university agreed.
Now, 54 years after earning his college degree, Webb will be honored by the university as a graduate. He’ll celebrate with the Class of 2022 on Thursday at Folsom Field.
“I know what (my mother) would say is: ‘I’m so proud of you.’ And mean it. And mean it deeply. It’s for her and I guess it’s for me.”
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New features aim to ease the burden on security teams amid cybersecurity talent shortage
ATLANTA, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fusion Connect, a leading provider of managed security and collaboration services, has launched a comprehensive security offering with a new endpoint management and security service that allows businesses to identify, control, and secure devices and applications at a time when security threats continue to disrupt companies globally.
The new portfolio enables organizations to better understand the complete picture of their security risks and take action to mitigate them. Fusion Connect provides a complete solution that secures against threats while also hunting for unknown vulnerabilities that can upend a business from managing network components with advanced edge security for unified threat management (UTM) and remote access VPN to device level management.
Additionally, the new portfolio helps organizations to improve reaction time to threats by connecting and securing any element in the organization's environment. The centralized platform enables enterprises to take swift action by providing a wide range of capabilities to improve IT efficiency and security hygiene.
Fusion Connect's enhanced security measures come at a time when a massive talent shortage persists globally. According to (ISC)², the size of the cybersecurity workforce is 65% below what it needs to be.
"Heavier workloads, unfilled positions, and security employee burnout are making things especially chaotic in cybersecurity," said Ken Morford, Vice President of Security at Fusion Connect. "With cyberattacks becoming more common, more sophisticated, and more costly, businesses need to quickly fill gaps and stop just simply firefighting. Using artificial intelligence and strategic managed services partners are ways to ensure organizations are protected and can mitigate threats before the attack occurs. And that's what our latest offering addresses."
Fusion Connect plans to continue expanding its comprehensive security portfolio to empower CISOs to gain the control, visibility, and speed needed to thwart cyber threats and keep their networks and organizations secure.
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Fusion Connect manages, orchestrates, and secures the critical technology infrastructure that enables the connected enterprise. We tailor our highly available and secure cloud communication, collaboration, security, and network management platforms to meet the unique needs of our mid-market and enterprise customers. Our AI-based management systems, along with our highly skilled technicians, dynamically ensure world-class application performance under any conditions. For more information, go to www.fusionconnect.com or call us at +1-866-829-4318.
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COLUMBIA, Md., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission announced it will grant $7,067,409 in award funding to innovative research that will strengthen and advance stem cell treatments and technologies in Maryland. Awardees submitted proposals to the Commission in response to its Request for Applications (RFAs) for its second round of funding cycle in 2022.
Recipients include 24 scientists accelerating research at Johns Hopkins University, Britecyte, Inc., RenOVAte Biosciences, Inc., RoosterBio, Inc., and the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
"The Commission is excited to be able to support this excellent round of awards," said Dr. Debra Mathews, Chair of the Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission. "With tremendous gratitude to the Governor and the hard work and passion of our Executive Director, Dr. Amritha Jaishankar, and our team, we look forward to supporting more transformative research and development in Maryland in the coming year."
The Commission has also issued a RFAs for its first round of funding for fiscal year 2023 and is looking to continue accelerating cutting-edge research and cures through the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF).
Established under the Maryland Stem Cell Research Act of 2006, MSCRF promotes state-funded stem cell research and cures through grants to both public and private entities in Maryland. MSCRF has a current budget of $20.5 million for FY2023.
"We are delighted to add these 24 new recipients to our existing portfolio and to support their efforts to advance treatments and cures for a wide range of medical conditions" said Dr. Amritha Jaishankar, Executive Director of MSCRF. "With these awards and the new RFAs announced, we will further our mission and grow a stronger regenerative medicine community that will accelerate cures to patients with unmet medical needs."
The second round of MSCRF awards for the 2022 fiscal year include:
- Clinical: This award is for Universities/Research Institutes or Companies that wish to conduct human stem cell-based clinical trials in the State of Maryland. Totaling $650,000, the Clinical Award recipient is Dr. Luis Garza from Johns Hopkins University.
- Commercialization: This award is for a Maryland-based start-up company to develop new human stem cell-based products. Totaling $809,500, the Commercialization Award recipients are Britecyte, Inc. (Dr. Alla Danilkovitch), RenOVAte Biosciences, Inc. (Dr. Bhanu Telugu), and RoosterBio, Inc. (Dr. Jonathan Rowley).
- Launch: These awards are to encourage new and new-to-the-field faculty to bring innovative research and technology to the regenerative medicine field. Totaling $1,380,000, the Launch Award recipients are Drs. Patrick Cahan, Jill Fahrner, and Mollie Meffert from Johns Hopkins University and Dr. Yajie Liang from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
- Discovery: These awards fund innovative ideas to develop novel human stem cell-based technologies and cures. Totaling $3,447,909, the Discovery Award recipients include Drs. Xinzhong Dong, David Hackam, Robert Johnston, Han Seok Ko, Sashank Reddy, Srinivasa Rao Sripathi, Hilary Vernon, and Jiou Wang from Johns Hopkins University, and Drs. Seth Ament and Piotr Walczak from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship: These awards support exceptional post-doctoral fellows conducting research in Maryland. Totaling $780,000, award recipients include Drs. Katherine Marshall, Maryam Rahmati, Mario Gomez Salazar, and Wonjin Yun from Johns Hopkins University, and Drs. Ileana Hernández Araiza and Lukasz Kalkowski from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
More information about all current MSCRF awardees is available at https://www.mscrf.org/awardees. The Commission also issued RFAs for the MSCRF Launch, Validation, Commercialization, and Clinical programs. Under this funding cycle, all research proposals must pertain to human stem cell-based therapy and regenerative medicine. All applications are due by July 14, 2022.
About the Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission
The Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission is focused on identifying and fostering cutting-edge research and innovation in the field of regenerative medicine in Maryland. Our Accelerating Cures initiative comprises programs that help transition human stem cell-based technologies from the bench to the bedside as well as mechanisms to build and grow stem cell companies in Maryland. Visit us at www.mscrf.org to learn more about our funding opportunities.
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TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, enhances economic empowerment growth through the fostering of an inclusive entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem. TEDCO identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology and life science-based companies in Maryland. Learn more at www.tedcomd.com.
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that makes it illegal to protest or picket outside a person's home and gives police the authority to arrest violators who don't disperse after a warning.
"Sending unruly mobs to private residences, like we have seen with the angry crowds in front of the homes of Supreme Court justices, is inappropriate," DeSantis said in a statement. "This bill will provide protection to those living in residential communities, and I am glad to sign it into law."
In his statement, DeSantis was referencing protests earlier this month outside the Washington, DC-area homes of US Supreme Court justices ahead of a highly anticipated ruling on an abortion-related case. Republicans have criticized the demonstrations as an attempt to bully the court to uphold Roe v. Wade after a leaked draft ruling suggested the court was poised to overturn the landmark decision.
However, the bill that DeSantis signed was unrelated to the recent controversy, as it passed the state legislature in early March. The bill had bipartisan support in the Florida Senate, where it advanced to DeSantis' desk after a 28-3 vote.
State Sen. Keith Perry, the Republican lawmaker who sponsored the bill, said the legislation was inspired by prior instances of protesters gathering near the homes of both liberal and conservative figures. One example he cited was the harassment of a Broward County school board member outside her home in opposition to school masking requirements. The school board member, Jennifer D. Jenkins, wrote in an op-ed for The Washington Post that the protesters heckled her kids, coughed in her face while shouting, "Give her Covid," and burned an obscenity into her lawn with weed killer.
A bill analysis also referenced protests outside the Florida homes of US Sens. Marco Rubio and Rick Scott and the parents of murder suspect Brian Laundrie, as well as incidents outside the state, like the demonstrators who showed up at the residences of the Chicago and Portland mayors and a home owned by the Minneapolis police officer who killed George Floyd.
"Some of us signed up for all of this, but our spouses, children and neighbors do not," Perry said during a state Senate committee hearing in January. He added: "There should be a difference between a public space and your dwelling."
Under the new law, police must first give a warning to protesters who violate the law and may arrest them if they do not "immediately and peaceably disperse." A person arrested for violating the new law can be charged with a second-degree misdemeanor.
In a statement, Francesca Menes, co-founder of the social justice organization The Black Collective, said the bill signed by DeSantis "builds on the unconstitutional foundations of the anti-protest bill last year and only reaffirms our will to make sure our voices are heard in order to create a brighter future for the people of our state."
DeSantis last year championed what he called an "anti-riot" law in response to civil unrest after Floyd's murder. The law could allow police to arrest anyone participating in a protest that turns violent. A judge halted enforcement of the law, calling it "vague and overbroad" and an unconstitutional infringement on the First Amendment.
"The right to peaceful protest is a bedrock American principle that should never be undermined," Menes said. "That's not the case here in Florida, where we have seen legislation the last two sessions undermining this vital right and attacking the Black communities that have relied on it to bring about meaningful change for generations."
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BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho’s strict abortion bans will be allowed to take effect while legal challenges over the laws play out in court, the Idaho Supreme Court ruled Friday.
The ruling means potential relatives of an embryo or fetus can now sue abortion providers over procedures done after six weeks of gestation — before many people know they are pregnant. Another stricter ban criminalizing all abortions takes effect later this month.
A doctor and a regional Planned Parenthood affiliate sued the state earlier this year over three anti-abortion laws, most designed to take effect should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade, which it did in June.
In a split ruling, the majority of justices on the Idaho Supreme Court said the laws could take effect but sped up the timeline for the lawsuits to be decided. Two justices agreed with expediting the cases, but said they felt the laws shouldn’t be enforced until the legal wrangling is complete.
“Tonight, the people of Idaho saw their bodily autonomy and reproductive freedom taken away,” Planned Parenthood Federation of America president Alexis McGill Johnson said in a news release. “The court’s decision today is horrific and cruel. But this isn’t the end of the fight, and it isn’t our last day in court. No one should see their lives used as pawns by their elected officials or judicial system.”
The U.S. Department of Justice is also suing Idaho in federal court over a near-total abortion ban, and has asked that the law be put on hold. The federal judge has not yet ruled in that case.
Under the Idaho Supreme Court ruling, a near-total criminalizing of all abortions — but allowing doctors to defend themselves at trial by claiming the abortion was done to save the pregnant person’s life — will take effect Aug. 25.
Another law that takes effect immediately allows potential relatives of an embryo or fetus to sue abortion providers for up to $20,000 within four years of an abortion. Rapists cannot sue under the law, but a rapists’ family members would be able to sue.
Planned Parenthood has also sued over a third strict ban criminalizing abortions done after six weeks of gestation except in cases where it was needed to save a pregnant person’s life or done because of rape or incest. That law was written to take effect Aug. 19.
Dr. Caitlin Gustafson and Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawaii, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky filed three lawsuits over each of the laws. The Idaho Supreme Court consolidated those cases into one as part of Friday’s ruling.
Planned Parenthood and the doctor failed to show that allowing enforcement of the laws would cause “irreparable harm,” the Idaho Supreme Court found. The high court said the plaintiffs also didn’t have enough evidence that they had a “clear right” to a remedy, or that they were likely to win on the merits of the case.
“What Petitioners are asking this court to ultimately do is to declare a right to abortion under the Idaho Constitution when — on its face — there is none,” Justice Robin Brody wrote for the majority, joined by Chief Justice Richard Bevan and Justice Gregory Moeller.
The complexity of the arguments are likely to break new legal ground in the state, the majority found. The justices said that meant the issues shouldn’t be decided until the case plays out in full — a process that can take months or longer.
“In short, given the legal history of Idaho, we cannot simply infer such a right exists absent Roe without breaking new legal ground, which should only occur after the matter is finally submitted on the merits,” the court wrote.
Justice John Stegner, joined by Justice Colleen Zahn, wrote in a partial dissent that even casual observers can tell that the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling has caused “significant upheaval’ in society.
“I begin by noting that never in our nation’s history has a fundamental right once granted to her citizens been revoked,” Stegner wrote. “For almost half a century, the people of Idaho who performed or obtained abortions were protected by the recognized federal fundamental right of the woman involved in the procedure to exercise her right to bodily autonomy and health to terminate the pregnancy.”
Stegner took issue with the majority’s decision to allow the laws to go into effect, noting that they relied in part on legal interpretations from other states and federal courts.
“Simply put, this case involves the application of Idaho law to a uniquely Idaho question,” he said, and allowing the laws to take effect while that question is decided puts women at risk of being denied a fundamental right.
“The State and the Legislature’s only argument that irreparable harm will not result is that the Idaho Constitution does not protect the right to an abortion,” Stegner wrote. “This argument fails because it is premised on a decision we have not yet made.”
During oral arguments in the case last week, an attorney for Planned Parenthood and Gustafson told the high court that the abortion bans’ exceptions for saving a patient’s life are so vague that they are impossible to follow.
“That language gives no indication of how imminent, or substantial, the risk of death must be in order for a provider to feel confident” performing the abortion, said Alan Schoenfeld. “Suppose a patient with pulmonary hypertension has a 30 to 50% risk of dying … is that enough?”
But attorneys representing the state and Legislature told the court that abortion has historically been outlawed in Idaho since statehood, and argued that stopping the laws from taking effect would cause harm to “unborn children.”
Blaine Conzatti, president of the anti-abortion group Idaho Family Policy Center, lauded the decision.
“This is the day that the pro-life movement has worked towards for decades,” Conzatti wrote in a news release, calling it a “great day for preborn babies.”
Rebecca Gibron, the CEO of the regional Planned Parenthood affiliate, said the organization would not stop its efforts.
“The Idaho state legislature has made it abundantly clear that this is the future they want for their constituents, and today, the court allowed their vision to become a reality. But his fight is not over,” Gibron said in a news release. “These cases and our fight to ensure that every Idahoan has access to legal, safe abortion care will continue.” | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/idaho-supreme-court-wont-block-strict-abortion-bans/ | 2022-08-13T18:32:18Z |
Gamification model to make financial literacy fun and accessible to more people
NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CentSai Inc., a leading online financial education platform and content company, has acquired TDFQ Inc., the creator of The Daily FinQ financial literacy app. The Daily FinQ uses trivia and gamification to make financial concepts accessible to a broad range of people. It can be found on the Apple App Store or The Daily FinQ - a perfect download for Financial Literacy Month.
The acquisition (the terms of which have not been disclosed) will give CentSai a new and engaging tool for enhancing people's financial literacy skills. The Daily FinQ was founded by Bill Ullman, a veteran financial services and FinTech professional, with a mission to support financial literacy in a way that is fun, fast, and free. It is a perfect extension of CentSai's financial education platform, which makes quality financial education easier to deliver to students, employers, financial institutions, and employees across the country.
"From day one, CentSai has focused on building a platform of high-quality content and educational capabilities. Engagement with key financial topics is our goal," said Arindam Nag, co-founder and CEO of CentSai. "Understanding the basics of money is a right, not a privilege. We help organizations of all types - whether a school, a business, or a government entity - provide easy and affordable access to clear and actionable financial information. The Daily FinQ expands and supports our mission by making learning this important information more approachable and more fun."
"To some, the idea of 'fun' or 'gamification' may seem disconnected from the world of financial education, and that's too bad," said Ullman. "Making this information fun and engaging is exactly what's needed! Many people just tune out when they hear about 401(k)s, compound interest, or the importance of savings. These are core financial concepts that everyone should understand - and by making a game of it, we hope more will."
As a result of the acquisition, The Daily FinQ will have access to the resources of CentSai. This will include multilingual support, development capacity, and global reach. For its part, CentSai will have a new consumer-friendly mobile app and gamified content and quizzes for its deep set of educational resources. Ullman will continue his work on FinQ as an investor in and strategic advisor to CentSai.
"Our goal is to bring financial education to billions of people," said Nag, "and the addition of The Daily FinQ to our portfolio will help us accomplish this important work."
About CentSai
Founded in New York City, CentSai is a financial wellness platform that teaches finance through storytelling, quizzes, and videos in an authentic, jargon-free way. The company helps consumers navigate their financial lives from a place of knowledge and fun rather than fear. Built by former journalists, CentSai creates high-quality content to help explain finance from stories, videos, and quizzes. CentSai's catalog has thousands of financial media resources and is continually expanding to reflect the ever-changing financial landscape.
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LONDON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Energy and commodities price reporting agency Argus has launched daily Carbon Cost of Freight (CCF) indexes, helping businesses involved in transporting a wide range of commodities with accurate pricing of the emissions from their ships. Offsetting shipping emissions is becoming compulsory under EU legislation passed this summer.
The Argus CCF prices give an insight into the cost of emissions generated when moving crude oil, refined products, LPG, coal, iron ore, grains and petroleum coke into or from the EU. They are published as lump sums paid per cargo and as $/t rates, as well as in $/bl for certain crude grades.
The European Parliament on 22 June voted to speed up the inclusion of shipping emissions into the EU emissions trading system (ETS). Shipowners will be obligated to hold EU emissions allowances for their emissions on trade routes that include calling at EU ports. The latest proposal states that from 2024, shipowners would have to cover 100pc of their emissions if the voyage is between EU ports. For voyages that start or end in an EU country, it would be 50pc of emissions for 2024-26, increasing to 100pc from 2027.
The new legislation means that there will be an additional cost for every tonne or barrel of cargo imported to or exported from the EU, which will have to be accounted for by both shipowners and participants involved in trading the commodities that are being shipped. Argus CCF indexes provide the market with accurate references to manage this exposure.
"As the energy transition gains pace, the effect that freight will have on commodity trade will only grow in complexity," Argus Media chairman and chief executive Adrian Binks said. "So we are delighted to offer Carbon Cost of Freight indexes to the market as a tool for participants to deal with that complexity."
Argus CCF indexes are based on the type and amount of fuel consumed on each voyage, using assumptions about vessels specifications, speed and fuel consumption, both while at sea and during port operations. All assumptions are the product of an extensive market survey and are reviewed regularly.
The CO2 price component is the Argus assessment of the December-delivery EU ETS allowance price, converted to $/t. The new indexes are part of the daily Argus Freight service.
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SAN DIEGO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Phanes Therapeutics, Inc. (Phanes), an emerging leader in innovative discovery research and clinical development in oncology announced today that it has received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration to commence Phase I studies with PT886, its anti-claudin18.2/anti-CD47 bispecific antibody being developed for patients with gastric, gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) and pancreatic cancers.
"The clearance of our second IND this year is an important milestone for Phanes and the opportunity to bring this potential first-in-class bispecific antibody to cancer patients who have such a high unmet medical need is what drives us every day," said Dr. Ming Wang, Founder and CEO. "We have built a strong pipeline in immuno-oncology by leveraging our proprietary technology platforms and expect to file one additional IND with PT217, an anti-DLL3/anti-CD47 bispecific antibody for the potential treatment of small cell lung cancer and other neuroendocrine cancers. This continues to be a transformational year for Phanes as we now progress two programs into the clinic".
PT886 is a native IgG-like bispecific antibody assembled with Phanes' proprietary PACbody™ and SPECpair™ platforms. Its advancement into clinical stage further validates Phanes' bispecific antibody technology platforms.
Gastric, gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) and pancreatic cancers are considered as some of the most incurable cancers worldwide. In patients with advanced or metastatic gastric or GEJ adenocarcinoma, the median overall survival is no more than 10 months and that for pancreatic cancers is equally dismal with a median overall survival of 6-11 months. The multi-center, Phase I clinical trial of PT886 is designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary efficacy of PT886 in adult patients with metastatic gastric adenocarcinoma, GEJ adenocarcinoma, and pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) that have progressed after available standard therapy or for which standard therapy has proven to be ineffective, intolerable or is considered inappropriate.
About Phanes Therapeutics
Phanes Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotech company focused on innovative drug discovery in immuno-oncology. Based in San Diego, California, the company's management team members previously held senior managerial and R&D positions in leading global pharmaceutical and biotech companies with extensive experience in R&D and commercialization. The company's bispecific antibody platform is PACbody™, a proprietary approach for constructing native IgG-like bispecific antibodies without using protein engineering so that the antibody molecules maintain native structures with superb CMC characteristics, ATACCbody™, a proprietary technology for targeting solid tumors using immuno-oncology molecules with minimal risk of cytokine release syndrome, and SPECpair™, which allows mAb-like manufacturability of bispecific antibodies with native IgG-like structures. For more information, please visit www.phanesthera.com.
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MUNICH, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group celebrated its corporate headquarters as an internationally renowned architectural icon today with over 200 international guests in attendance. The keynote speech by Pritzker Prize winner Francis Kéré and the appearance by Nihal Saad, Chief of Cabinet of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, made the ceremony a special event. In addition to the performance by star tenor Jonas Kaufmann the festivities concluded with a special highlight: With twelve vertical dancers, the US dance project BANDALOOP transformed the BMW Headquarters into a stage in its German premiere. The ensemble created a weightless synthesis for an interplay of architecture and dance. Along with music by Ben Juodvalkis, the façade dancers presented "Momentum Curve", an exclusive performance as a tribute to the unique architecture.
The BMW Group Headquarters, with its suspended construction, is one of the most innovative engineering buildings of the post-war period. In the process, upper floors were first manufactured on the ground, then moved upwards hydraulically on the massive "tower shaft" made of reinforced concrete and completed in several segments. In August 1972, the BMW Group Headquarters was completed. Designed by Austrian architect Professor Karl Schwanzer, the administrative building has since become an icon with global appeal for Munich and the company. The innovative power of Schwanzer's design stands for the BMW Group then as now, making the company headquarters a beacon of sustainable mobility for tomorrow. It is not only a symbol of economic success but also stands for international exchange, peace and interculturalism. Today, the "built communication" implemented by Schwanzer points the way to a new era of electrification, digitalization, and circularity.
Further information: BMW PressClub
Picture is available at AP Images (http://www.apimages.com)
Prof. Dr Thomas Girst
Head of BMW Group Cultural Engagement
Telephone: +49 89 382 24753
Email: thomas.girst@bmwgroup.com
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EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — Fernando Valenzuela spends most summer nights at Dodger Stadium broadcasting for the team he helped win a World Series in 1981.
But on Monday, the former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher was at Chavez Ravine being recognized for his outstanding achievements as a naturalized U.S. citizen.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services honored Valenzuela as an Oustanding Americans by Choice recipient.
“It was Fernandomania @Dodgers stadium …” USCIS said in a Tuesday tweet. “We honored him for his work promoting citizenship and inspiring eligible immigrants to become U.S. citizens.”
Valenzuela, who was born in the small town of Etchohuaquila in the Mexican border state of Sonora, received the honor in front of 2,100 newly naturalized citizens.
People from 120 countries took the oath of citizenship in the outfield at Dodgers Stadium.
USCIS Director Ur M. Jaddou, who administered the oath, said it was an honor welcoming the new citizens and recognizing the legendary Valenzuela.
“I cannot imagine a more perfect place to celebrate this momentous occasion than at Blue Heaven on Earth!” she said.
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VANCOUVER, BC, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Thinkific Labs Inc. ("Thinkific" or "the Company") (TSX: THNC), a leading cloud-based software platform that enables entrepreneurs and established businesses of all sizes to create, market, and sell online learning products, will hold its Annual General Meeting, followed by a presentation from CEO and Co-Founder, Greg Smith, on Wednesday, June 8, 2022.
Registered shareholders and duly appointed proxy holders can attend the Meeting online at: https://meetnow.global/MT2XGAR. Login as a shareholder using the control number on your proxy to participate, vote, or submit questions during the Meeting's live webcast.
Guests are welcome to listen to the proceedings by registering at: https://meetnow.global/MT2XGAR
The Management Information Circular is available on SEDAR.
Thinkific (TSX: THNC) makes it simple for entrepreneurs and established businesses of any size to scale and generate revenue by teaching what they know. Our platform gives businesses everything they need to build, market, and sell online courses and other learning products, and to run their business seamlessly under their own brand, on their own site. Thinkific's 50,000+ active creators earned hundreds of millions of dollars in direct course sales while teaching tens of millions of students. Thinkific is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with a distributed team.
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GURNEE, Ill., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Akorn Operating Company LLC, a specialty pharmaceutical company, announces that it received FDA approval for a generic version of Cetrorelix Acetate for Injection, 0.25 mg (Cetrorelix). This is the first approved AP-Rated bioequivalent version of Merck Serono's Cetrotide®.1
"We are pleased to announce the first approved AP-rated generic option for women receiving fertility treatments," says Akorn President and CEO Douglas Boothe. "As an increasing number of infants are being conceived via the use of ART, Akorn is excited to be able to offer a competitively priced option to support women who undergo this series of treatments. This is a welcome addition to our portfolio of more than 200 specialty and injectable generics."
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) is defined as fertility treatments where eggs or embryos are handled for the purpose of establishing a pregnancy. 2
The FDA granted Akorn a Competitive Generic Therapy (CGT) designation for Cetrorelix, a designation intended to incentivize effective development, efficient review, and timely market entry of drugs for which there is inadequate generic competition. As the first approved applicant with the CGT designation, Akorn's Cetrorelix is eligible for 180 days of CGT market exclusivity, which will begin to run from the commercial launch of Cetrorelix.
According to IQVIA, U.S. sales of Cetrorelix through June of 2022 were approximately $63 million with full year U.S. sales projection of approximately $127 million.
About Cetrorelix Acetate for Injection 0.25 mg
Cetrorelix is used to prevent premature ovulation during controlled ovarian stimulation.
Cetrorelix blocks the effects of a natural hormone, called gonadotropin‐releasing hormone (GnRH). GnRH controls the secretion of another hormone, called luteinizing hormone (LH), which induces ovulation during the menstrual cycle. During hormone treatment for ovarian stimulation, premature ovulation may lead to eggs that are not suitable for fertilization. Cetrorelix Acetate for Injection blocks such undesirable premature ovulation.
Consult your doctor before taking Cetrorelix if you have had severe allergic reactions.
Do not use Cetrorelix Acetate for Injection if you:
- have kidney disease;
- are allergic to cetrorelix acetate, mannitol or exogenous peptide hormones (medicines similar to cetrorelix acetate for injection); or
- are pregnant, or think that you might be pregnant, or if you are breast‐feeding.
About Akorn
Akorn Operating Company LLC, develops, manufactures and markets specialty pharmaceuticals. Since 1971, as an industry leader in generic products in alternate dosage forms such as ophthalmics, injectables, oral liquids, otics, topicals, inhalants and nasal sprays, we focus each day on our mission to improve lives, through the quality, availability and affordability of our products. Additional information is available on Akorn's website at www.akorn.com.
1The use of the name "Merck" and "Merck Serono" in this press release refers to Merck KGaA of Darmstadt, Germany. In North America, Merck KGaA operates under the umbrella brand EMD.
2 https://www.cdc.gov/art/state-specific-surveillance/
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Sam’s Club to again offer $8 annual memberships for a limited time
(Gray News) - Retailer Sam’s Club is renewing its popular Super Bowl promotion by offering $8 annual memberships for new customers.
The warehouse club announced it will offer the heavily discounted Club membership plans from June 17-26.
Chief member and marketing officer Ciara Anfield said the Super Bowl promotion was met with a significant response, which is why Sam’s Club is doing the same promotion ahead of the July 4 holiday, which is a day known for large gatherings.
Sam’s Club set the $8 price point in February based on what yard line the football was during the two-minute warning of the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals.
A Club membership normally costs $45 annually, and it comes with access to Sam’s Club Fuel Center. The deal does not apply to Plus memberships, which cost $100 annually.
The promotion is redeemable for in-person customers at Sam’s Club locations and not online.
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BOSTON, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Botkeeper's inaugural AI Unchained conference will be a true adventure, with an opening keynote address from Hap Klopp, The North Face founder and former president and CEO. AI Unchained will take place September 25-27, 2022 at The Westin Hotel in the Boston Seaport District, 425 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts.
The conference is geared toward accounting professionals and promises a deep and innovative look at accounting technology. Learning courses offering CPE credit and multiple networking opportunities will round out the AI Unchained offerings, all kicked off by Klopp's keynote.
"AI Unchained celebrates and advances the innovative spirit of the accounting profession, which today is unquestionably driven by technology," said Botkeeper Founder and CEO Enrico Palmerino, "As a lifetime business innovator and visionary, Hap embodies the values, curiosity, and leadership that define today's accounting professionals. We're thrilled to have him speak at our very first AI Unchained."
Some sponsorships are still available for AI Unchained. Interested parties should contact Della Copp at dcopp@botkeeper.com.
To view more, visit AI Unchained.
About Hap Klopp
Hap Klopp founded San Francisco's now-famous outdoor equipment and clothing retailer The North Face with two small storefronts in 1968. Over 20 years as CEO and President, Hap built the company into an internationally recognized brand that arguably launched the outdoor retail segment as we know it.
Hap's next adventure was the founding of HK Consulting, which specializes in strategy, global business, marketing, branding and sales for sports, apparel and financial services companies. He sits on multiple boards, and speaks internationally about entrepreneurship, leadership, and of course—adventuring.
Hap is co-author of two books, "Conquering the North Face: An Adventure in Leadership," and "Almost--12 Electric Months Chasing a Silicon Valley Dream."
About Botkeeper
Botkeeper is a leading automated bookkeeping solution, providing accounting firms and their clients a powerful combination of skilled accountants, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The Botkeeper Operating System (BOS) gives your CAS or bookkeeping practice an unparalleled workflow management system that uses best practices we've refined over several years. Accounting firms can grow their book of business, diversify their service offering, increase capacity, and improve overhead costs using the BOS full-suite bookkeeping & pre-accounting solution. With BOS you have the ultimate tool to efficiently manage your bookkeeping client base. Learn more about Botkeeper here!
Contact:
Della Copp
dcopp@botkeeper.com
33 Arch Street, 17th Floor
Boston, MA 02110
Ph: 800-388-3323 x7108
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SINGAPORE, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Multichain, a leading protocol among cross-chain token and NFT transfer service providers released a whitepaper that outlines the details of anyCall - one of the most anticipated cross-chain products of 2022.
anyCall will lay down an infrastructure to be used by blockchains and Dapps to facilitate generic cross-chain communication. Primitive cross-chain technologies are limited to cross-chain token transfers, but anyCall can transfer arbitrary information across supported chains. The messages through anyCall are secured by Multichain's SMPC nodes, which already secure assets worth billions of dollars.
anyCall is the road to a real multi-chain ecosystem
anyCall opens endless possibilities. anyCall enabled multi-chain Dapps can process cross-chain contract calls that will allow users to access its features on all chains within a single transaction, which means a cleaner UI/UX and no need to access multiple bridges with complicated steps.
Curve.fi is one of the first Dapps to deploy anyCall, which streamlines reward distribution with cross-chain gauges that communicate across supported chains in real time to offer fair and accurate rewards to Curve users.
Web3 is amid an evolution in Dapp design. Dapps of the future will support cross-chain messaging natively, which will end primitive issues like Dapp cloning and liquidity fragmentation.
anyCall has already been deployed on eleven prominent blockchains and has been integrated by renowned Dapps like Curve.fi and Hundred finance, and more will soon follow. The multi-chain ecosystem is inevitable, the Dapps that do not adapt to this market shift will soon be replaced by new ones. anyCall is at the forefront of this evolution.
About Multichain
Multichain, born as Anyswap on the 20th of July 2020, is positioned as a fully decentralized Cross-Chain Router Protocol (CRP), an infrastructure supporting a multi-chain ecosystem. Multichain envisions to be the ultimate router for web3. It has taken an absolute leading position in the cross-chain industry in terms of its rapidly expanding ecosystem map (59 supported chains and nearly 3,000 bridges), large DAU number, and great product and technology development.
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SALT LAKE CITY, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PolarityTE, Inc. (Nasdaq: PTE), a biotechnology company developing regenerative tissue products and biomaterials, announced today that it has entered into securities purchase agreements with a single healthcare-focused institutional investor for the purchase and sale of 1,584,159 shares of its common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) at a purchase price of $2.525 per share in a registered direct offering priced at-the-market under Nasdaq rules. In a concurrent private placement, PolarityTE also agreed to issue and sell to the investor 1,584,159 shares of common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) at the same purchase price as in the registered direct offering. In addition, the Company agreed to issue to the investor in the offerings unregistered preferred investment options (the "investment options") to purchase up to an aggregate of 3,168,318 shares of common stock. The unregistered investment options will be exercisable immediately upon issuance at an exercise price of $2.40 per share and will expire five years from the date of issuance.
H.C. Wainwright & Co. is acting as the exclusive placement agent for the offerings.
The aggregate gross proceeds to the Company of both offerings are expected to be approximately $8.0 million before deducting placement agent fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offerings for general corporate purposes and working capital, including among other things, capital expenditures and research and development expenses.
The registered direct offering and private placement are expected to close on or about June 8, 2022, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
The shares of common stock, pre-funded warrants and shares of common stock underlying the pre-funded warrants (but excluding the shares of common stock and pre-funded warrants in the private placement and the investment options and the shares of common stock underlying the investment options) are being offered by PolarityTE pursuant to a "shelf" registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-262671) previously filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on February 11, 2022, and declared effective by the SEC on April 7, 2022. Such securities may be offered only by means of a prospectus, including a prospectus supplement, forming a part of the effective registration statement. A final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to the registered direct offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, when available, electronic copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus may be obtained from H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC, 430 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022, by email at placements@hcwco.com or by phone at (646) 975-6996.
The unregistered shares of common stock, pre-funded warrants, and investment options described above were offered in a private placement under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Act") and Regulation D promulgated thereunder and, along with the shares of common stock underlying such pre-funded warrants and investment options, have not been registered under the Act or applicable state securities laws. Accordingly, the shares, the pre-funded warrants, the investment options, and the shares of common stock underlying the pre-funded warrants and investment options may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration with the SEC or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements. The securities were offered only to an accredited investor. Pursuant to a registration rights agreement with the investor, the Company has agreed to file one or more registration statements with the SEC covering the resale of the unregistered shares of common stock and the shares issuable upon exercise of the unregistered pre-funded warrants and investment options.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
About PolarityTE®
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.
Forward Looking Statements
Certain statements contained in this release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. They are generally identified by words such as "believes," "may," "expects," "anticipates," "intend," "plan," "will," "would," "should" and similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements related to the closing of the offerings and the Company's use of proceeds from the offerings. Readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those projected. These risks and uncertainties include the ability of the Company to satisfy certain conditions to closing the offerings on a timely basis or at all, the amount of funds to be raised from the offerings, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, future clinical studies, FDA regulatory matters, and the risk factors and other items described in more detail in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Reports and other filings with the SEC (copies of which may be obtained at www.sec.gov). Subsequent events and developments may cause these forward-looking statements to change. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation or intention to update or revise these forward-looking statements as a result of changed events or circumstances that occur after the date of this release, except as required by applicable law.
POLARITYTE, the POLARITYTE logo, SKINTE, WHERE SELF REGENERATES SELF and WELCOME TO THE SHIFT are registered trademarks of PolarityTE, Inc.
CONTACTS
Investors:
PolarityTE Investor Relations
ir@PolarityTE.com
385-831-5284
Media:
David Schull or Ignacio Guerrero-Ros
David.schull@russopartnersllc.com
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CLEVELAND (AP) — Denzel Ward got locked down. Now there’s a switch.
Cleveland’s two-time Pro Bowl cornerback agreed Monday to a five-year, $100.5 million contract extension with the Browns, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.
Ward’s deal includes $71.25 million guaranteed, said the person who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the 24-year-old has not yet signed the contract. The Browns begin their offseason program Tuesday.
“Loss of words, I’m blessed,” Ward posted on Twitter while thanking the Browns “for continuing to believe in the home grown kid and allowing me to represent this organization and city of Cleveland where I’m from.
“Still work to be done Cleveland but I’m here to stay and work towards what we all set out to do when playing this game! #win!”
With a yearly average of $20.1 million, Ward will be the NFL’s highest-paid cornerback, surpassing the $20 million per year for Jalen Ramsey of the Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams.
Ramsey offered his congratulations to Ward on Twitter, posting: “been waiting on somebody else to touch that 100 club & you DEFINITELY DESERVE IT @denzelward.”
Ward has developed into one of the league’s premiere defensive backs — and one of Cleveland’s best players — in the four seasons since the Browns drafted him with the No. 4 overall pick in 2018 out of Ohio State.
The agreement with Ward continues general manager Andrew Berry’s commitment to signing core players. The Browns previously gave long-term deals to All-Pro defensive end Myles Garrett, running back Nick Chubb and offensive lineman Joel Bitonio (second team AP All-Pro) and Wyatt Teller.
Ward is from the Cleveland area and said before last season that he hoped to spend his entire career with his hometown team. His new deal runs through the 2027 season.
Ward has 10 career interceptions in 52 games. Last season, he picked off Cincinnati’s Joe Burrow and returned it 99 yards for a touchdown, setting the tone for the Browns’ 41-16 win over the Bengals, who went on to win the AFC title.
Ward, who has started 51 games, has 186 tackles, forced two fumbles and recovered three.
His impact goes beyond the field as Ward was the Browns’ Walter Payton Man of the Year winner last season for his community work. He also started the “Make Them Know Your Name Foundation,” in honor of his father, Paul, who died unexpectedly in 2016 due to cardiac arrest.
Browns cornerback Greg Newsome played alongside Ward as a rookie last season, and said that experience helped him grow.
“He practices how he plays,” Newsome said late in the year. “He holds himself to a high standard. He comes into games thinking, ‘My goal is to not (give) up a catch in general.’ … I learned a lot from him. Just how to be a pro in general. Just how to attack the cornerback position each game.
“He does not have a flaw in his game to me.”
NOTES: The Browns signed DT Sheldon Day and DE Stephen Weatherly, and that WR Ja’Marcus Bradley and guard Michael Dunn signed their exclusive rights tenders. Day played in seven games for Cleveland last season, recording 21 tackles and a sack.
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TAIPEI, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353) announced its consolidated revenues for July at NT$17.46 billion, and for year-to-July at NT$168.18 billion which was down 5.2%. Revenues for the commercial business[1] grew 10.9% year-on-year (YoY) for year-to-July.
Acer's strategy to strengthen its multiple business engines continues to gain momentum, businesses other than PCs and displays reached 26.6% of total revenues in July. Eight public subsidiaries' revenues grew 28.8% YoY overall for year-to-July, while some initiatives under incubation have shown significant growth:
- Acer Gadget Inc. revenues grew 21% year-to-July YoY
- MPS Energy Inc. revenues grew 46.5% year-to-July YoY
- Altos Computing Inc. revenues grew 119.4% year-to-July YoY
- AcerPure Inc. revenues grew 75.5% year-to-July YoY
About Acer
Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world's top ICT companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. As Acer evolves with the industry and changing lifestyles, it is focused on enabling a world where hardware, software and services will fuse with one another, creating ecosystems and opening up new possibilities for consumers and businesses alike. Acer's 7,500 employees are dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of products and solutions that break barriers between people and technology. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.
© 2022 Acer Inc. All rights reserved. Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be available through all sales channels. Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary by location. Applicable sales tax extra.
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Crosby leaves in 2nd period of Penguins’ 5-3 loss in Game 5
By VIN A. CHERWOO
AP Sports Writer
NEW YORK (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins were leading 2-0 in Game 5 of their first-round series against the New York Rangers when star center Sidney Crosby headed to the dressing room with about seven minutes left in the second period. He was knocked to the ice minutes earlier after a hard high hit from Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba while the Penguins had the puck in the offensive zone. Following his departure, New York scored three times on three consecutive shots over a 2:42 span to take the lead. They scored two more in the third period to win 5-3 and send the series back to Pittsburgh for Game 6 with the Penguins lead 3-2. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/11/crosby-leaves-in-2nd-period-of-penguins-5-3-loss-in-game-5/ | 2022-05-12T04:51:50Z |
State-of-the-art Eisai US hhceco Center underscores New Jersey as the premier life science hub
NUTLEY, N.J., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eisai Inc., the U.S. pharmaceutical subsidiary of Eisai Co., Ltd., today announced the official grand opening of its new headquarters, the Eisai US hhceco Center, in Nutley, New Jersey. This new facility, on the ON3 Campus, is strategically located to advance the company's human health care (hhc) mission, which has a strong structure of collaborative relationships that further its work to address the needs of people throughout their lives. The Eisai US hhceco Center will expand the diverse and powerful life sciences community in New Jersey, bringing a dedicated commitment to addressing pressing medical challenges in cancer, Alzheimer's disease and other neurological diseases.
In celebration of this facility, today Eisai brought together individuals and organizations for an event that highlighted the positive impact of this new location, not only for the state and local communities, but also for patients, care partners and their loved ones.
At this event, Eisai's Global CEO, Haruo Naito, highlighted how the company is expanding its longstanding hhc mission to address healthcare's most pressing challenges, based on the concept of an ecosystem model in which organizations share technologies, exchange values and grow together to deliver health-related solutions that matter to people and contribute to society – called hhceco.
Speakers in attendance included:
- Haruo Naito, Global CEO, Eisai Co., Ltd.
- Ivan Cheung, U.S. Chairman & CEO of Eisai Inc., Global Alzheimer's Disease Officer, and Senior Corporate Officer, Eisai Co., Ltd.
- Phil Murphy, New Jersey Governor
- Sheila Oliver, New Jersey Lieutenant Governor
- Robert C. Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health
- Bill Pascrell, U.S. Representative, New Jersey's 9th Congressional District
- Joseph DiVincenzo Jr., Essex County Executive
- James Anzaldi, Mayor of Clifton
- Dr. Joseph P. Scarpelli, Mayor of Nutley
- Christine Verini, EVP and COO, CancerCare
- Kenneth Zaentz, President and CEO, Alzheimer's New Jersey
"We're excited to welcome the new Eisai US hhceco Center to our very own Nutley, New Jersey. This new collaborative and innovative center will bring hundreds of jobs to our state," said Governor of New Jersey, Phil Murphy. "New Jersey has become a hub for innovation in many industries, and Eisai's extraordinary innovative research that will take place here will contribute to life-changing scientific and medical solutions for people living with cancer, Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases."
With preeminent neighbors that provide healthcare and educate the next generation of clinical specialists, Eisai's US hhceco Center is ideally located to foster existing collaborations and develop important new relationships. Additionally, the building offers a dynamic, technologically advanced environment that further enables the company's commitment to innovation. The new 332,800 square foot facility brings approximately 800 jobs to the Nutley-Clifton area and, at full capacity, will accommodate 1,300 employees.
"We are thrilled to have Eisai's U.S. Headquarters here in New Jersey and in this hub of innovation,'' said Robert C. Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health. "This campus is the heart of Hackensack Meridian Health's strategy to build the health system for the future. Our School of Medicine and the Center for Discovery and Innovation are foundational to our mission, to transform healthcare and to be the leader of positive change.''
"The official Grand Opening of the Eisai US hhceco Center reinforces our 30-year commitment to New Jersey and signifies the beginning of a new chapter as we establish an ecosystem platform to collaborate with industry, government, medical organizations and the community to deliver breakthrough medicines and new solutions that alleviate the health concerns of people so they can live healthier and more fulfilling lives," said Ivan Cheung, Chairman & CEO of Eisai Inc., Global Alzheimer's Disease Officer, and Senior Corporate Officer, Eisai Co., Ltd. "We are so honored to celebrate this important milestone for our company with such an esteemed group of dignitaries and contributors to the New Jersey life sciences community. "
About Eisai Inc.
At Eisai Inc., human health care (hhc) is our mission and is the shared purpose that connects us to those we serve, creating a network of powerful relationships that enables us to identify, understand and work to address the needs of people throughout their lives. We boldly push past the boundaries of science and aim to deliver life-changing therapies and health-related solutions that matter to people and society. We bring together science, technology and real-world expertise to positively impact the lives of people living with cancer, Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Everything we do is guided by the simple principle that patients and their families come first, and we have a responsibility to listen to and learn from them.
Eisai Inc. is the U.S. pharmaceutical subsidiary of Tokyo-based Eisai Co., Ltd. The company's presence in the U.S. includes two discovery centers as well as commercial, clinical development and global demand organizations. To learn more about Eisai, please visit us at www.eisai.com/US and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. For more information on our work in neurology, please visit the Eisai U.S. Neurology LinkedIn page.
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WASHINGTON (WDVM) — The mayor of Washington, D.C. and DC Health announced they are expanding access to families and their kids to get vaccinated for the upcoming school year.
The move is meant to make sure students are fully compliant with the law-required vaccinations to attend school.
Children should see their primary medical provider first, but if a family does not have a health care provider for their child, they can go to any pediatric clinic in any ward. The family can also reach out to the following facilities, according to a press release from Mayor Muriel Bowser’s office:
- School-based Health Centers: Families with students ages 4 and older will be able to visit any school-based health center for a vaccination-only appointment regardless of where the student is enrolled.
- District Mobile Medical Units: DC Health is also working with several community providers to place mobile units at schools, recreation centers, COVID-19 centers, and other community locations in all eight wards starting in August.
- Vaccine Exchange: Schools can use the vaccine exchange to request and coordinate on-site vaccination clinics with health providers.
In addition, DC Health said it will coordinate to help families who have children with no up-to-date vaccination status. Also, starting this week, the DC Health contact trace force will be mobilized to call families who are not up to date, and they will connect the families with service providers for further assistance.
If the students are not fully compliant with the required vaccinations, they are will not be allowed to attend school after the 20th day of admission.
DC Health also published a School Immunization Requirements Guide for parents or caretakers:
More information is available at the official DC.gov website. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/dc-provides-more-access-to-vaccinations-for-upcoming-school-year/ | 2022-06-07T15:42:57Z |
Self-Advocate Yvonne Kluttz (Anaheim) and Service Provider Rick Perez (Lake Forest and Fountain Valley) to Serve One-Year Terms
SANTA ANA, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Regional Center of Orange County has appointed Anaheim's Yvonne Kluttz to serve a one-year term beginning July 1 and continuing through June 30, 2023. In addition, the organization's Vendor Advisory Committee (VAC) elected Rick Perez to serve as the VAC representative on the Board, from June 2 through May 31, 2023. Both are unpaid volunteer positions and the VAC position is a non-voting role.
Yvonne Kluttz, a self-advocate who receives services from RCOC, has cerebral palsy and an intellectual disability. She also serves on the Consumer Advisory Committee for the California Department of Developmental Services and has served on Orange County's local Area Board XI and on the State Council on Developmental Disabilities. She was honored with RCOC's Spotlight Award in the Self-Advocate category in 2013 for her dedication to ensuring a voice for people with developmental disabilities and for advocating for others who may not be able to speak for themselves.
Rick Perez, whose role on the Board is to represent the hundreds of local service providers RCOC works with to meet the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families, is President and Program Director of Abilities Unlimited, a day program for adults that has offices in Lake Forrest and Fountain Valley. He has worked with individuals with developmental disabilities for over 16 years and received his Master's degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from California State University, Los Angeles. He is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
About Regional Center of Orange County: Regional Center of Orange County is the private, nonprofit organization contracted by the State of California to coordinate lifelong services and supports for more than 23,000 Orange County residents with developmental disabilities and their families. The Regional Center is the first stop for those seeking to obtain local services and supports to help them live safely and with dignity in the community. Developmental disabilities include intellectual disabilities, autism, epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Learn more at www.rcocdd.com.
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The OnePlus 10T 5G is OnePlus' second global flagship smartphone of 2022, offering ultimate performance and enabling users to Evolve Beyond Speed. OxygenOS 13 is the latest version of OnePlus' signature operating system that delivers fast and smooth performance with a stellar design and enhanced safety features.
NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, global technology brand OnePlus officially launched its newest flagship smartphone – the OnePlus 10T 5G – alongside the next generation of its signature operating system – OxygenOS 13. Both products were launched at Gotham Hall in New York City – marking OnePlus' first in-person launch event in more than two years.
"We're incredibly excited to have launched the OnePlus 10T 5G and OxygenOS 13 with our fans and partners in New York City," said Pete Lau, Founder of OnePlus. "The OnePlus 10T takes our signature fast and smooth performance to the next level at an extremely competitive price point. Additionally, OxygenOS 13 demonstrates our commitment to burdenless design, all while expanding features requested by our users – like an improved selection of always-on displays."
The OnePlus 10T offers ultimate performance thanks to its combination of a powerful chipset, the largest and most powerful cooling system ever in a OnePlus smartphone, super-fast charging, and much more.
The OnePlus 10T takes fast and smooth performance to the next level with the Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform. It offers faster CPU and GPU speeds with improved efficiency, up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and the largest, most advanced, and most powerful cooling system ever in a OnePlus device. Combined, these technologies empower you to perform intensive and everyday actions – like playing mobile games or scrolling through social media feeds. In fact, OnePlus 10T users can have more than 35 apps suspended in the background at once so you can jump between them at rapid speed, picking up exactly where you left off.
With support for 150W SUPERVOOC Endurance Edition, the OnePlus 10T lets you spend less time tethered to an outlet and more time using the device. 150W SUPERVOOC Endurance Edition delivers up to a day's power after just 10 minutes of charging, with a full charge – from 1-100% – taking only 19 minutes.
In North America, the OnePlus 10T charges with 125W SUPERVOOC Endurance Edition that similarly provides a day's power with only a 10-minute charge.
The OnePlus 10T's charging system is made safe and efficient by a series of technical innovations, including ourBattery Health Engine, which extends the lifespan and preserves the capacity of the device's large 4,800 mAh battery. The OnePlus 10T's charging system boasts two charging pumps, instead of one like many other smartphones, to deliver faster charging speeds with greater safety, improved efficiency, and reduced heat.
A total of 15 antennas form the OnePlus 10T's 360° antenna system, providing stronger Wi-Fi and cellular signals no matter how the device is oriented. A feature called Smart Link works in tandem with the OnePlus 10T's antenna system to improve upload signals and speed, particularly in areas with high levels of network congestion.
The OnePlus 10T advances OnePlus' burdenless design philosophy with a unibody build – offering an excellent in-hand feel and beautiful Moonstone Black and Jade Green colorways.
A 6.7-inch display covers the front of the OnePlus 10T and provides an exceptional viewing and user experience. The device's adaptive 120 Hz refresh rate also preserves battery life, so you can use it for longer on a single charge. The OnePlus 10T's display is HDR10+ certified and has native support for 10-bit color; this achieves a richer and more realistic viewing experience.
The OnePlus 10T comes with a triple camera system on its rear, headlined by the 50 MP Sony IMX766 sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS), Nightscape 2.0, and improved HDR performance, so you can take beautiful shots in bright and low-light conditions.
Accompanying the OnePlus 10T's main camera is an ultra-wide camera and macro camera, ensuring you can capture more in every scene and get up close to subjects respectively.
The OnePlus 10T comes pre-installed with OxygenOS 12.1 based on Android™ 12, and will receive three major Android updates and four years of security updates.
In North America, the OnePlus 10T will go on sale on September 29, with pre-orders starting September 1 on Amazon, Best Buy and OnePlus.com. Carrier availability will be announced at a later date.
OxygenOS 13 delivers OnePlus' signature fast and smooth software experience with a stellar Aquamorphic design and enhanced safety, and takes some of the OnePlus community's most adored features even further. The latest version of OxygenOS brings an upgraded experience across the board – including improved customization, gaming, and connectivity.
OxygenOS 13 will launch first on the OnePlus 10 Pro, followed by the OnePlus 10T later this year. Other OnePlus devices that will receive OxygenOS 13 include the OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8T, OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, OnePlus 9R, OnePlus 9RT, OnePlus 10R, OnePlus Nord 2, OnePlus Nord 2T, OnePlus Nord CE, OnePlus Nord CE 2, and the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite.
The OnePlus SUPERVOOC 80W Car Charger combines industry-leading SUPERVOOC charging technology with exceptional portability, enabling you to quickly recharge your devices on the go. The car charger can power the OnePlus 10T from 1-50% in 11 minutes and from 1-100% in 29 minutes. The OnePlus SUPERVOOC 80W Car Charger can power all OnePlus devices, along with other Android handsets and iPhones. It also supports PD charging – allowing you to quickly charge laptops, tablets, mobile gaming consoles, and more.
To ensure the highest levels of charging safety, the OnePlus SUPERVOOC 80W Car Charger has a cut-off system that ensures the charger only functions in temperatures at 40°C or cooler. A white ring light displays throughout the charging process to indicate charging is taking place safely.
In North America, the OnePlus SUPERVOOC 80W Car Charger will go on sale on September 1 at oneplus.com for USD$39.
OnePlus is a global mobile technology brand challenging conventional concepts of technology. Created around the "Never Settle" mantra, OnePlus creates exquisitely designed devices with premium build quality and high-performance hardware. OnePlus thrives on cultivating strong bonds and growing together with its community of users and fans.
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ATLANTA, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) announced today that it will release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022 on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 before the market opens. In conjunction with its earnings release, the Company will host a conference call to review the Company's financial and operating results on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Individuals wishing to participate in the conference call should dial toll-free (888) 660-6357 or (929) 201-6127 for international callers, and using conference ID number 9979064. For interested individuals unable to join via telephone, the call also will be broadcast and archived for 90 days on the Company's investor website. Interested parties are encouraged to click on the webcast link 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the conference call.
Marine Products Corporation is a leading manufacturer of fiberglass boats under the brand names of Chaparral and Robalo. Chaparral's sterndrive models include SSi and SSX, along with the Chaparral Surf Series. Chaparral's outboard offerings include OSX Luxury Sportboats, and SSi and SSX outboard models. Robalo builds an array of outboard sport fishing boats, which include center consoles, dual consoles and Cayman Bay Boat models. The Company continues to diversify its product lines through product innovation. With premium brands, a solid capital structure, and a strong independent dealer network, Marine Products Corporation is prepared to capitalize on opportunities to increase its market share and to generate superior financial performance to build long-term shareholder value. Marine Products Corporation's investor website can be found on the internet at MarineProductsCorp.com.
For information about Marine Products Corporation or this event, please contact:
Michael L. Schmit
Chief Financial Officer
(404) 419-3800
mschmit@marineproductscorp.com
Jim Landers
Vice President Corporate Services
(404) 321-2162
jlanders@marineproductscorp.com
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Company's honorees are an average of 15 years younger than their industry peers
MILWAUKEE, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual wealth professionals earned 18 of the coveted spots – more than ever before – on Forbes' 2022 list of "Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors." Not only did the company expand its presence on this year's national ranking, but its advisors were also more than 15 years younger than their U.S. industry peers on average.
The Forbes "Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors" ranking recognizes leading wealth professionals who are age 40 or younger with at least four years of industry experience. Advisors are evaluated according to a variety of performance-based criteria covering assets under management, revenue generated and modeling industry best practices.
"I'm incredibly proud of Northwestern Mutual's diverse, talented and trusted force of wealth advisors who are committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of the clients they so proudly serve," said Aditi Javeri Gokhale, the chief strategy officer, president of retail investments and head of institutional investments at Northwestern Mutual. "As we enter the largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history, more Americans are relying on the guidance of financial experts. Northwestern Mutual's presence in this year's Next-Gen rankings further demonstrates our ability to support the evolving needs of this next generation of clients."
Those recognized as Forbes "Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors" include:
- Joseph Anderson, The Anderson Financial Group, Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
- Mark Anderson, Anderson Wealth Management, Colorado Springs, Colo.
- Douglas Benson Jr, Benson Wealth Management, Ankeny, Iowa
- David Eisenhauer, Tailwinds Wealth Management and Insurance Solutions, Walnut Creek, Calif.
- Barry Fies, Myklebust, Horne & Fies Financial Group, Mequon, Wis.
- Jacqueline Fish, LifeWorth Financial, Charlotte, N.C.
- Merrill Gagne, Gagne Wealth Management Group, Greenfield, Mass.
- David Girola, DeRouen, Girola & Associates, Lake Charles, La.
- Matthew Kubicek, Enduring Wealth Group, Baton Rouge, La.
- Mark Kull, Capitalis Planning Partners, Louisville, Ky.
- Tyler Layne, Layne Financial, Twin Falls, Idaho
- Whit Newton, Luca Partners, Raleigh, N.C.
- Alap Patel, Chicago, Ill.
- Robert Roy, RMG Wealth Management Group, Wilbraham, Mass.
- Ryan Saunders, Plancentric Financial Group, Charlotte, N.C.
- Darren Trautmann, Emerald Wealth Management, Bellevue, Wash.
- Neil Van Dam, Van Dam Financial Group, Fargo, N.D.
- Andrew Watkins, Triangle Wealth Advisors, Durham, N.C.
Northwestern Mutual Investment Services and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, which are subsidiaries of Northwestern Mutual, offer a variety of investment products and services to help clients with financial protection, wealth accumulation, and estate preservation and distribution. These solutions include brokerage and advisory services, trust services and discretionary portfolio management for high-net-worth individuals.
The pandemic inspired Gen Y and Z to plan, but uniquely, Northwestern Mutual is reaching out to them
The COVID-19 pandemic and the economic turmoil that it created inspired many young professionals to make some changes in how they plan, spend and save money. They started saving more, paying down debt, investing, cut back on spending, and showed renewed interest in life insurance.
Despite this seismic shift in planning attitudes among Gen Y and Z, relatively few financial services companies are strategically positioned to engage these potential new customers. But Northwestern Mutual is. The company is intentional about thoughtfully engaging prospective clients when they are younger and emerging in their careers. In fact, the average age of a Northwestern Mutual financial expert is 39, over 15 years younger than the U.S. industry average of 55, according to J.D. Power.
On average, Northwestern Mutual's customers become clients at the age of 32, far younger than the rest of the industry – especially among those who go beyond the transactional offering of a debit or credit card, or a one-time investment purchase, instead offering long-term financial planning and wealth management advice.
In addition to being younger, the company's financial experts have more credentials than most others in the financial services industry. This combination of youth, relevance, capability and expertise enables the company's advisors to create long-term relationships with clients that bridge 20, 30, and even 40 years.
About Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 165 years. Through a holistic planning approach, Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for what's most important. With more than $560 billion in combined company and client assets, $34 billion in revenues, and $2.1 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to nearly five million people with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, annuities, and brokerage and advisory services. Northwestern Mutual ranked 97 on the 2022 FORTUNE 500 and was recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the "World's Most Admired" life insurance companies in 2022.
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries. Subsidiaries include Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (investment brokerage services), broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC; the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (investment advisory and services), federal savings bank; and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC) (long-term care insurance). Not all Northwestern Mutual representatives are advisors. Only those representatives with "Advisor" in their title or who otherwise disclose their status as an advisor of NMWMC are credentialed as NMWMC representatives to provide investment advisory services.
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Death Valley experiences a ‘1,000 year’ rain event, National Weather Service says
(CNN) – California’s Death Valley experienced widespread damage after it got nearly a year’s worth of rainfall over just three hours Friday.
Images taken by a European Space Agency Satellite before and after the rains show the differences in the landscape.
The enhanced color images use short wave infrared bands to better depict where water gathered.
The National Weather Service said Friday’s 1.47 inches of rain is considered a 1,000-year event, which means there’s a 1.1% chance of it happening in any given year.
Flooding and debris has prompted the closure of all roads in the park.
The National Park Service said many miles of roadway have moderate to severe asphalt damage due to the rains. Hundreds of miles of roadways also have debris on them.
There have been no reports of injuries.
The park superintendent notes Death Valley set a record as the hottest place on Earth in 1913 and is one of the driest places in North America.
He said, with climate change models predicting more frequent and more intense storms, Death Valley is a place where you can observe climate change in action.
Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/08/09/death-valley-experiences-1000-year-rain-event-national-weather-service-says/ | 2022-08-09T20:24:58Z |
Jury convicts former Virginia police officer in Jan. 6 case
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Monday, a jury in Washington, D.C. found Thomas Robertson guilty on all of the six charges brought against him by the U.S. Department of Justice.
- Count 1 – Obstruction of an Official Proceeding and Aiding and Abetting
- Count 2 – Civil Disorder and Aiding and Abetting
- Count 3 – Entering and Remaining in a Restricted Building or Grounds
- Count 4 – Disorderly and Disruptive Conduct in a Restricted Building or Ground
- Count 5 – Disorderly Conduct in a Capitol Building
- Count 6 – Obstruction of an Official Proceeding
Thomas Robertson disputed the government’s charges against him and is just the third January 6th defendant to go to trail rather than take a plea deal.
Prosecutors relied heavily on video and Robertson’s social media posts. Robertson’s former co-defendant, and also former Rocky Mount police officer, Jacob Fracker testified against Robertson. Fracker took a plea deal last month.
Fracker provided key testimony supporting the sixth count, obstruction of an official proceeding. He testified that after the pair learned that they were under investigation for trespassing at the Capitol, Robertson asked him for his cell phone. Fracker said he was terrified that investigators would see other pictures and videos that he took on January 6th.
Text messages showed Robertson speaking with another acquaintance about whether he turned over a phone to investigators. Prosecutors say this text exchange on January 15th, 2021 shows Robertson admitting to destroying a phone.
Robertson: “Anything that may have been problematic is destroyed”
Unknown acquaintance: “So they didn’t seize your phone and search your house and interrogate your wife and dogs and neighbors who don’t have….”
Robertson: “Including my old phone”
Robertson: “Took a lake swim”
Robertson: “No. They asked for my phone but I’m not a re***d”
A sentencing date has not been set.
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MINNEAPOLIS, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent Pet Partners (IPP), Pet Business magazine's 2022 Retailer of the Year recipient and parent company to omni-retail brands Chuck & Don's, Kriser's, Loyal Companion and Natural Pawz, is celebrating "Cat World Domination Day" (June 24) by announcing a slate of cat product additions, value enhancements and events to make achieving pet wellness easier for pet parents and their feline loved ones. To kick it off, the retail brands are offering special offers on all cat products all weekend, from June 24-27.
While Cat World Domination Day occurs once a year, IPP believes every day should feel like cat world day and be a celebration of cats and the pet parents who care for them. "We recently surveyed cat pet parents to understand how to better meet their needs. This along with our pet wellness philosophy, The Five Pillars of Pet Wellness®, culminated in some exciting new additions for cats in our stores and online," said Harry Freed, VP of Merchandising.
To give cat lovers more choices to meet the needs of their pets, the product assortment additions include a greater depth and variety of food, treats, toys and litter. Providing greater everyday value for pet parents, the brands' loyalty programs will be enhanced in July to include cat-specific benefits: 10% discount on toys, supplements, and litter with the purchase of dry cat food. This additional value makes it easier for pet parents to achieve their cat's wellness. Beginning in August, all Chuck & Don's, Kriser's, Loyal Companion and Natural Pawz will be hosting "Cat-urday" events. These fun and informative activities include giveaways, contests, and educational opportunities on all things cat to help pet parents make the right choices for their furry friends.
With this continuous expansion of cat products and programs, IPP's brand retailers are now the purrfect place for cat parents to spoil their favorite animals.
For more information, visit www.ippwellness.com.
IPP is comprised of four brands of independent pet retailers: Chuck & Don's, Kriser's, Loyal Companion and Natural Pawz. IPP was founded to bring together a community of experts from nutritionists to groomers to behaviorists dedicated to holistic pet wellness, with everything needed under one virtual and physical roof, including food, supplies and services. In 2019, IPP founded an industry-first registered trademark definition of "pet wellness" to make pet parenting easier to understand and simpler to implement. The Five Pillars of Pet Wellness® establishes a practical guide for pet families in the care and wellbeing of their pets, which is focused on a model of prevention science, wellness needs and overall happiness, helping pets to thrive and live longer: Nourishment, Play, Comfort, Companionship & Purpose. For more information, visit ippwellness.com.
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New LAFC and Pepsi Scarf Sculpture Unveiled To Celebrate Fan Traditions and Represent Community Commitment In Pepsi Plaza at Banc of California Stadium
LOS ANGELES, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and PepsiCo Beverages North America today officially launched the 'Scarves Up For Good' community giveback program with the unveiling of the LAFC and Pepsi Scarf Sculpture in Pepsi Plaza at Banc of California Stadium.
"The Scarves Up For Good community program is reflective of the kind of collaboration among our Club, partners and community that has always been our goal," said Larry Freedman, LAFC Co-President and Chief Business Officer. "We are grateful to have a dedicated, Golden Boot Club partner like Pepsi that fully embraces our pillar of being a Force for Good in Los Angeles, and we are very excited to see the positive impact the Scarves Up For Good program will have in the years ahead."
All visitors to Banc of California Stadium can help raise money for the program by sharing a photo in front of the new LAFC and Pepsi Scarf Sculpture located in Pepsi Plaza using #ScarvesUpForGood and posting on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. For each post with the hashtag, Pepsi will pledge $1 to be donated to the LAFC Foundation (up to $25,000), with the intention to assist with the build of the Mo Fascio Memorial Futsal Court in South Los Angeles, a project led by the 3252 Independent Supporters Union.
The 35-foot long LAFC and Pepsi Scarf Sculpture honors the Club's Scarves Up pregame tradition where fans proudly hold their scarves in the air to rally the home team. The sculpture serves as a symbolic expression of the Club and Pepsi's commitment to the Los Angeles community.
"The Pepsi Plaza and new scarf sculpture are all about going above and beyond to celebrate LAFC fans and a beloved game time tradition, while giving back to the community beyond the stadium. We hope fans will join us by sharing the love on social to support the Mo Fascio Memorial Futsal Court and the 3252 Independent Supporters Union with Scarves Up For Good," said Claudia Calderon, Vice President of Marketing, West Division for PepsiCo Beverages North America.
LAFC midfielder Latif Blessing kicked off the campaign with the first #ScarvesUpForGood photo on his Instagram (@latifblessing).
The sculpture is the centerpiece of the new Pepsi Plaza. Situated on the Northwest corner of Banc of California Stadium, the convivial open-air plaza is one of the main hubs of activity on match days, providing fans a gathering point for pregame activities and welcoming supporters into the stadium with access to the Northwest Toyota Gate and Grand Lobby entry, as well as LAFC HQ, the Club's team store.
Fans can participate in the Scarves Up For Good community program on social media now through October 9, 2022.
About Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC)
The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is the newest MLS soccer club serving the greater Los Angeles area. The 2019 MLS Supporter's Shield winners, LAFC is dedicated to building a world-class soccer club that represents the diversity of Los Angeles and is committed to delivering an unrivaled experience for fans. LAFC's ownership group is comprised of local leaders and innovators of industry with intellectual capital, financial prowess, operations expertise and success in the fields of entertainment, sports, technology and media. LAFC is invested in the world's game and Los Angeles, constructing and developing the 22,000 seat Banc of California Stadium and a top-flight training center on the campus of Cal State Los Angeles.
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.
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KBI investigates man found dead inside home shop as homicide
LA HARPE, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is looking into the death of an Allen County man as a homicide.
The Allen County Sheriff’s Office was called to a home at 1255 2400th St. in La Harpe, Kansas just before 10 a.m. Tuesday. They said a family member found the body of Richard Diehl, 68, in the shop outside of his home. Diehl was pronounced dead at the scene.
The KBI said an autopsy was performed and those results indicate his death was a homicide. Both the KBI and Allen County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident and said they do not believe there is a threat to the public.
Anyone with information is asked to call the KBI at 1-800-KS-Crime or submit a tip online at www.kbi.ks.gov/sar.
Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/05/05/kbi-investigates-man-found-dead-inside-home-shop-homicide/ | 2022-05-05T08:31:57Z |
CHANGZHOU, China, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently Trina Solar was awarded the LCA certificate for its 210mm Vertex modules by TÜV Rheinland, becoming the first solar company to receive LCA certification for 210mm modules. With the advantage of 210mm wafers, the Vertex modules achieve industry leading low carbon emissions.
Since Trina Solar was founded 25 years it has been both a promoter of green energy and a practitioner of green development. The company provides clean electricity through photovoltaic modules and is committed to making its manufacturing processes green and low-carbon.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) follows the methods and requirements of ISO 14040/ISO 14044 to conduct scientific and stringent tests of life-cycle carbon emissions and other indicators of the assessed subject. The products, sampling from Trina Solar's major production factories around the world for testing and certification, cover the full range of p-type 210mm modules with mono-crystalline from Vertex S 410W to Vertex 670W.
The results show that the Trina Solar Vertex modules are outstanding in the industry for their low carbon emissions. The average carbon emissions of PV modules' lifecycle assessment "from cradle to gate" in China are about 550kg CO2_E/kW. Trina Solar's 210mm Vertex modules carbon emissions are as low as less than 400kg CO2_E/kW, without using special silicon materials. Its carbon emissions are at least 30% lower than the industry average in China. Taking the 30-year product life cycle as an example, Trina Solar Vertex modules have an electricity emission factor of less than 0.01. Carbon emissions of thermal power are higher than 100 times.
In addition to testing elements concerning global warming potential influences, Trina Solar conducted a comprehensive LCA analysis of Vertex modules on more than 10 indicators that affect the environment, including energy consumption, raw material use, acid rain, eutrophication, toxins and waste, among others. The results show outstanding performance of the Vertex modules.
Reducing carbon emissions is a global trend that will continue to affect product portfolios, technology development, production and supply chain management in all industries. Low-carbon certification will be an important consideration for customers when they select the products to use. Trina Solar's 210mm Vertex modules have passed the LCA certification and will provide customers with Vertex's carbon emissions and other environmental performance data to help achieve customers' carbon neutrality goals.
LCA certification is only one aspect in how Trina Solar pursues low-carbon. The company will strictly fulfill its social responsibility of reducing carbon emissions and of green development through initiatives such as low-carbon product design, optimizing energy management systems and improving the efficiency of energy use. In addition to its own green development, Trina Solar will also promote energy conservation and emissions reductions in the industry chain.
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Emotional return at school as teacher welcomed back after heart attack
By KYW Staff
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GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, New Jersey (KYW) — There were hugs and tears Monday morning at Atlantic Community Charter School in Galloway Township as students and staff welcomed back 5th-grade teacher Sandra Witzak.
She had a heart attack in her classroom in October, and her students sprang into action and quickly got help.
“Some of us went to go help, to call for help,” student Alijah Warder said. “So they came in and then they told everyone to go in the cafeteria.”
Witzak said, “I just simply remember not feeling well, and the next thing I knew I woke up on the catheterization table at Atlantic Care. ‘Welcome back. Welcome back from where? Welcome back from the dead. You died for six minutes.’ Coming back to this, can’t beat it for anything in the world. It’s good. It’s really good.”
All of us at CBS3 wish Ms. Witzak and her students a great rest of the school year.
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SAN DIEGO, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Avidity Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: RNA), a biopharmaceutical company committed to delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics called Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™), today announced they will be presenting an oral and poster presentation at the 29th Annual FSHD Society International Research Congress in Orlando, Florida, June 16-17, 2022.
ORAL PRESENTATION
June 17, 2022: 9:50am ET
- AOC 1020: An Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugate (AOC) in Development for the Treatment of FSHD
POSTER PRESENTATION
June 17, 2022: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET
- Inpatient Admissions and Emergency Department Visits for Patients with Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD): A Real-World Retrospective Data Analysis of Pre- and Post-Diagnosis Events
Once available, both the presentation and poster will be on the publications page of our website at https://www.aviditybiosciences.com.
Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCsTM). Avidity's proprietary AOCs are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to target the root cause of diseases previously untreatable with RNA therapeutics. Avidity is on track to have three programs in clinical development by the end of 2022. The company's lead product candidate, AOC 1001, is designed to treat patients with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1). AOC 1001 has commenced clinical testing with the ongoing Phase 1/2 MARINATM trial in adults with DM1. The next programs in the company's advancing and expanding pipeline are AOC 1044, the lead of three programs for the treatment of DMD, and AOC 1020, designed to treat people living with FSHD. Avidity anticipates both programs will enter the clinic by the end of 2022. Avidity is also broadening the reach of AOCs beyond muscle tissues through both internal discovery efforts and key partnerships as the company continues to deliver on the RNA revolution. Avidity is headquartered in San Diego, CA. For more information about our science, pipeline and people, please visit www.aviditybiosciences.com and engage with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Company Contact:
Kath Gallagher
kath.gallagher@aviditybio.com
(858) 401-7900
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GREENWOOD, Ind. (AP) — A 20-year-old man likely assembled a rifle in the bathroom of a suburban Indianapolis shopping mall before shooting five people in the food court, killing three of them before an armed shopper fatally shot him, authorities said Monday.
Jonathan Sapirman of Greenwood apparently was facing eviction before he opened fire at the Greenwood Park Mall shortly before it closed Sunday evening, the city’s police chief, James Ison, said at a news conference.
Sapirman continued shooting people until he was shot and killed by 22-year-old Elisjsha Dicken, of Seymour, a city about 45 miles (72 kilometers) south of Greenwood, who was shopping with his girlfriend, Ison said, calling Dicken’s quick action “nothing short of heroic.”
“Many more people would have died last night if not for a responsible armed citizen,” said the chief, noting that authorities were still trying to determine a motive for the attack.
The Johnson County and Marion County coroners’ offices identified the slain victims as a married Indianapolis couple — Pedro Pineda, 56, and Rosa Mirian Rivera de Pineda, 37 — and Victor Gomez, 30, also of Indianapolis. A woman and a 12-year-old girl who was hit by shrapnel were wounded in the attack, police said.
Although authorities said Dicken was legally armed, the mall prohibits people from carrying weapons on its property. The mall issued a statement Monday saying it grieves for the victims and praising Dicken’s “heroic actions.” It didn’t mention its no-weapons policy and its operator, the Simon Property Group, didn’t respond to a request for comment.
As of July 1, Indiana law allows anyone age 18 or older to carry a handgun in public except for those prohibited for reasons such as having a felony conviction, facing a restraining order or having a dangerous mental illness as determined by a court. Indiana’s Republican-dominated Legislature retained provisions in the law that allow private property owners to prohibit firearms.
The attack Sunday was the latest in a string of mass shootings in the U.S. Schools, churches, grocery stores and a July Fourth parade near Chicago have all become killing grounds in recent months, though the country’s staggering murder rate can often be seen more clearly in individual killings that rarely make major headlines.
Authorities said Sunday that four of the victims were female and one was male, but they corrected that Monday to two males and three females.
Ison said Sapirman entered the mall and walked into a bathroom, where he spent about an hour before he emerged and opened fire. He said investigators believe Sapirman spent that time preparing and possibly assembling a disassembled rifle that he had brought in his backpack. He ended up firing 24 rounds within two minutes.
Ison said Sapirman used an AR-15-style rifle during the shooting and that investigators found another one in the bathroom. They also found a handgun on Sapirman, who was wearing a waistband holster and had several magazines that contained more than 100 rounds of ammunition.
Although police don’t know a motive for the attack, Sapirman’s relatives told investigators that he recently received notice that he was being evicted from his apartment, though Ison said authorities were still trying to confirm that. Relatives also said Sapirman resigned from a warehouse job in May, he said.
“Right now we have no motive. His family members that we spoke to, they were just as surprised as everyone else was. They said there were no indicators that he was violent or unstable,” Ison said.
The chief said Dicken fired 10 rounds from his handgun, and that as he fired, Sapirman “attempted to retreat back into the restroom and failed, and fell to the ground after being shot.”
“He engaged the gunman from quite a distance with a handgun and was very proficient in that, very tactically sound. And as he moved to close in on the suspect, he was also motioning for people to exit behind him,” Ison said of Dicken.
Sapirman had a juvenile record, including for a fight at school and an incident where he ran away from home, but he had no criminal record as an adult, the chief said.
He said relatives told investigators that Sapirman has been practicing shooting at a gun range, and that records obtained by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives confirmed he had frequented the range and bought ammunition there over the past two years.
Ison said officers recovered a cellphone from a toilet in the mall bathroom that they believe Sapirman placed there. At Sapirman’s apartment, they found a laptop and can of butane inside the oven, which was on and set to a high temperature, the chief said without elaborating.
The cellphone and the laptop, which was damaged by the oven’s heat, will be analyzed by the FBI, and that “we are very curious to have those analyzed,” he said.
Mark Myers, the mayor of Greenwood, a city of roughly 60,000 people just south of Indianapolis, said the grieving community is shocked to be the scene of a mass shooting.
“I don’t want to be among the mayors that has to share these statements. But sadly, I am,” he said. “I grieve for these senseless killings, and I ache for the scars that are left behind on the victims and on our community.”
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OAK BROOK, Ill., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TreeHouse Foods, Inc. (NYSE: THS) will host an audio webcast of its second quarter earnings results conference call on Monday, August 8, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Steve Oakland, Chief Executive Officer and President, and Patrick O'Donnell, Interim Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer, will discuss the results for the second quarter and the outlook for the balance of the year. An earnings release will be issued before the market opens on the same date, and the accompanying slides will be posted to the "Investors" section of the website at approximately 8:15 a.m. ET. The webcast will be accessible by visiting http://www.treehousefoods.com under "Investors", "Events & Presentations".
In order to listen to the webcast, users will need to have installed either Real Player or Windows Media Player software, which can be detected and downloaded by visiting the site. A webcast replay will be available under the "Investors", "Events & Presentations", "Archived Events & Presentations" section of the Company's website.
ABOUT TREEHOUSE FOODS
TreeHouse Foods, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of private label foods and beverages in North America. We operate in 29 product categories across two divisions and have approximately 40 production facilities across North America and Italy. Across our diverse portfolio, we offer better-for-you, natural and organic products and hold a private label leadership position across many of our categories. Our purpose is to make high quality food and beverages affordable to all. Our vision is to be the undisputed solutions leader for our custom brands. Our mission is to create value as our customers' preferred manufacturing and distribution partner, providing thought leadership, superior innovation, and a relentless focus on execution. Our long-term strategic objective is to build a company that is well positioned to deliver long-term sustainable growth and create value for our shareholders, as enabled by our two-segment structure.
Additional information, including TreeHouse's most recent statements on Forms 10-Q and 10-K, may be found at TreeHouse's website, http://www.treehousefoods.com.
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WASHINGTON, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club, the world's leading professional organization for journalists, has chosen Katrina Machetta of Houston, Texas, as the recipient of its Richard G. Zimmerman Journalism Scholarship. The award is given to an exceptional high school senior who plans to pursue a career in journalism.
Machetta impressed judges with the quality and breadth of her work. She has been Editor-in-Chief for her high school's Legacy Press newspaper, Senior Reporter for Youth Journalism International, a reporter/contributor for the Los Angeles Times and PBS, an award-winning poet, and more.
The judges appreciated Machetta's ability to speak to multiple audiences and her vision of journalism as a path for social progress.
"To me, journalism is more than just a story. It is about reporting with a keen sensitivity to a multitude of perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and diverse outlooks on a specific situation and relaying it in a way the audience will understand," Machetta said in her application essay.
Stories have the power to shape people's lives, she wrote. "I want to tell stories that matter – and to tell them in a way that inspires and activates change. I want to use the power of my words to empower, uplift, and encourage others."
Machetta models those values, said school counselor Melba Villarreal in her recommendation letter. "Katrina's passion for journalism and helping others has taken her to transform children's lives through mentoring. She has tutored many students to learn advanced concepts in writing, grammar, editing process, and digital platforms to give students more confidence in their writing skills and connection through the power of words and storytelling."
The National Press Club is excited about Machetta's selection.
"Katrina's commitment to community and compassion for others will help elevate journalism and diversify the stories we tell," said Jen Judson, National Press Club president. "We are thrilled to support Katrina as she begins the next phase of her promising career."
The Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship is named for a long-time National Press Club member who died in 2008 and endowed a scholarship in aid of high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in journalism.
This year's runner-up is Madison Flewellyn of Sacramento, California.
Scholarship winners are awarded one-year complimentary membership to the National Press Club.
CONTACT: Julie Moos, National Press Club Journalism Institute; jmoos@press.org
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MIRAMAR, Fla., May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Claro Enterprise Solutions, a leading source provider of Network Connectivity and Communication, Cloud, IoT, and IT Managed Services, has been awarded as one of the HRDUS Innovative HR Teams of 2022. The report recognizes companies that are breaking boundaries to move the HR profession forward in what has been a tumultuous year.
"To receive this recognition is a testament of our commitment to our employees and their development," said Loren Rosario Maldonado, Chief People Officer at Claro Enterprise Solutions.
She added, "Throughout the pandemic, the Great Resignation, and now the Great Reshuffle, people are quick to leave their jobs, which is why the need for a cohesive approach toward learning and development is more important now than ever. Providing the right tools and resources to ensure training and development for our employees became our most important goal in Q4 heading into 2022."
The Claro Enterprise Solutions HR team launched various initiatives that led to the increased engagement of employees, such as a learning and development plan and an emerging leader's program.
"These two programs have helped us identify those employees with a lot of potential for growth and future leadership roles," Maldonado says. "We're working strongly on evolving leadership skills and soft skills critical to the organization. We've established individual career paths and learning journeys for each identified employee, using a series of surveys to give them a voice in the process."
The award winners demonstrated HR teams that have agile, bold, and forward-thinking people strategies. Nominations focused on areas including talent management, diversity and inclusion, health and wellness, and HR technology. Initiatives introduced and results achieved in 2021 were highlighted. The HRD team objectively assessed each entry for detailed information, true innovation, and proven success — along with benchmarking against the other entries — to determine the winners.
ABOUT CLARO ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS
Claro Enterprise Solutions, an América Móvil subsidiary, is a leading source provider of Network Connectivity and Communication, Cloud, IoT, and IT Managed Services delivering scalable solutions with layers of security, global expertise, and dependable customer support. By empowering a people-first culture, our diverse teams closely collaborate with clients, enabling businesses to thrive with our integrated secure-by-design and expertly curated portfolio of technology solutions customized and designed to help optimize business operations.
Media Contact:
Claro Enterprise Solutions
Alessandra Assenza
alessandra.assenza@usclaro.com
954-290-7036
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LED BY COSTUME DESIGNER MARNI SENOFONTE, THE WARDROBE PUTS A SPOTLIGHT ON EMERGING AND ICONIC DESIGNERS
NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- When Beyoncé's seventh studio album, RENAISSANCE, was released on Friday, July 29, it arrived to a global reception of epic proportions.
The originator of the visual album format, and the preeminent visual artist, was intentional in not leading with visuals, giving fans the opportunity to be listeners and not viewers, and allowing them to truly hear the music before they see it. However, a tease of the visuals appears in the album packaging of RENAISSANCE, and the fashion is not to be missed.
The styling team, led by costume designer and longtime Beyoncé collaborator, Marni Senofonte, explains "My goal was to mirror Beyoncé's song writing process by honoring the legends and pioneers of fashion as well as the participants of such genres including ball, house, techno, funk, R&B and hip-hop. My team and I aimed to create a fashion Renaissance by digging into the archives of legendary houses like Thierry Mugler, Gareth Pugh, Pierre Cardin to name a few, and scoured social media to discover and feature unknown and immerging designers which, at its core, is the essence of RENAISSANCE."
Credits for RENAISSANCE packaging imagery and fashion:
COSTUME DESIGN:
Marni Senofonte
STYLING ASSISTANTS TO MARNI SENOFONTE:
Vance Gamble
Damien Lloyd
Andrew McFarland
STYLIST:
KJ Moody
ASSISTANTS TO KJ MOODY:
Nichole Goodman
Tara Boyette
MASTER TAILOR:
Timothy White
PARKWOOD ENTERTAINMENT WARDROBE OPERATIONS MANAGER:
Ryan Dodson
ADDITIONAL CAST STYLING:
STYLIST: Willian Ylvisaker
STYLIST: Lateef Abdulah
ASSISTANT: Hannah Norman
ASSISTANT: Joyce Onuorah
TAILORING: L.V.D.F.
HAIR:
Neal Farinah
Nakia Rachon
Kim Kimble
MAKEUP:
Francesca Tolot
Rokael Lizama
PHOTOGRAPHY:
Carlijn Jacobs and Mason Poole
On Friday, August 12th, Beyoncé released the official visual teaser for the first track on the album, "I'M THAT GIRL" on YouTube. The video features clips of Beyoncé from the to be released visuals featuring a taste of the fashion feast to come. Watch Here.
FASHION CREDITS FOR "I'M THAT GIRL" OFFICIAL TEASER:
COSTUME DESIGNER/STYLIST:
Marni Senofonte
MARNI SENOFONTE'S ASSISTANTS:
Vance Gamble
Damien Lloyd
STYLING ASSISTANTS:
Larry Simmons
Yerocko Obama
Elisa Jane
Andrew McFarland
Louis "LC LUXX"
Kristen Jackson
Kelsey Triesch
Franceleslia Millien
Abby Rosegold
Kirsten Reader
Victoria Hastings
WARDROBE SUPERVISORS:
Radedel Ortiz
Sammi Shapiro
SPECIAL GUEST STYLIST:
B. Åkerlund
ADDITIONAL STYLIST:
KJ Moody
ASSISTANTS TO KJ MOODY:
Nichole Goodman
Tara Boyette
PERSONAL WARDROBE / PERSONAL COSTUMER:
Ryan Dodson
MASTER TAILOR:
Timothy White
ADDITIONAL TAILORING:
Arturo Padilla and Cristina Padilla of Rancho Tailors
HAIR:
Neal Farinah
Nakia Rachon
MAKEUP:
Francesca Tolot
Rokael Lizama
DESIGNERS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE:
Annakiki, Wolford, Collini Milano, Burberry, Thierry Mugler, Manuel Albarran, Gentle Monster, Melissa Simon Hartman, Alexandre Vauthier, David Koma, Bottega Venetta, Balenciaga, Dominnico, Bethany Cordwell, La Perla, Commando, GCDS, Chris Habana, Dolce & Gabanna, Heidi Lee, Georgina Trevino, Destree, Alaia, Sarah Sokol Millinery, Miu Miu, Luis De Javier, LVDF, Vex, Jimmy Choo, Yvan Tufenkjian, Amina Muaddi, Anna Karin-Karlsson, House Of Emmanuele, Caroline Reznik, Michael Schmidt, Christian Louboutin.
#RENAISSANCE
#BREAKMYSOUL
#IMTHATGIRL
#CLUBRENAISSANCE
About Parkwood Entertainment
Parkwood Entertainment is a film and production company, record label and management firm founded by entertainer and entrepreneur, Beyoncé in 2010. With offices in Los Angeles and New York City, the company houses departments in music, film, video, live performances and concert production, management, business development, marketing, digital, creative, philanthropy, and publicity. Under its original name, Parkwood Pictures, the company released the film Cadillac Records (2008), in which Beyoncé starred and co-produced. The company has also released the films Obsessed (2009), with Beyoncé as star and executive producer, the winner of the Peabody Award for Entertainment, Lemonade (2017), the Emmy®-nominated Homecoming: A Film By Beyoncé (2019), which documents Beyoncé's history-making performance at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in 2018, and the Emmy®-winning Black Is King (2020). Parkwood Entertainment produced The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour (2013-2014), The Formation World Tour (2016), and the aforementioned "Homecoming" performances at Coachella (2018) and co-produced the ON THE RUN Tour (2014) and ON THE RUN II (2018).
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