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US Navy intends to decommission some of its newest warships
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The Navy that once wanted smaller, speedy warships to chase down pirates has made a speedy pivot to Russia and China — and many of those recently built ships could be retired.
The U.S. Navy wants to decommission nine ships in the Freedom-class of littoral combat ships — warships that cost about $4.5 billion to build.
The Navy contends in its budget proposal that the move would free up $50 million per ship annually for other priorities. But it would also reduce the size of the fleet that’s already surpassed by China in sheer numbers, something that could cause members of Congress to balk.
Adm. Mike Gilday, chief of naval operations, defended the proposal that emphasizes long-range weapons and modern warships, while shedding other ships ill-equipped to face current threats.
“We need a ready, capable, lethal force more than we need a bigger force that’s less ready, less lethal, and less capable,” he said Monday at the Navy League’s Sea-Air-Space symposium in Maryland.
All told, the Navy wants to scrap 24 ships, including five cruisers and a pair of Los Angeles-class submarines, as part of its cost-cutting needed to maintain the existing fleet and build modern warships. Those cuts surpass the proposed nine ships to be built.
Most of them are older vessels. However, the littoral combat ships that are targeted are young. The oldest of them is 10 years old.
The littoral combat ship program was announced after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The ships topped 50 mph (80 kph) — fast enough to chase down pirates — and were highly maneuverable, even in shallow water, thanks to steerable waterjets instead of propellers.
The ships were supposed to be made versatile through plug-and-play mission modules for surface combat, mine-sweeping operations or anti-submarine warfare. But those mission modules were beset by problems, and the anti-submarine capability was canceled in the new budget.
And what about that speed? The fastest ship can’t outrun missiles, and firing up those marine turbines for an extra burst of speed turned the ships into gas guzzlers, analysts said. Early versions also were criticized as too lightly armed and armored to survive combat.
The speedy Freedom-class ships proposed for decommissioning feature a traditional steel hull. That entire class of ships suffers from a propulsion defect that will be costly repair. The Navy proposes keeping a second variant, the aluminum Independence class.
U.S. Senate Armed Services Chair Jim Inhofe said the program was plagued by troubles from the start, and that “moving forward the Navy must avoid similar acquisition disasters.”
U.S. Rep. Elaine Luria, D-Virginia, was more blunt, tweeting that it “sucks” to be decommissioning so many ships, especially newer ones.
“The Navy owes a public apology to American taxpayers for wasting tens of billions of dollars on ships they now say serve no purpose,” she said.
Some detractors proclaimed littoral combat ships to be the Navy’s “Little Crappy Ship,” but that’s not fair, said defense analyst Loren Thompson.
“It’s not a little crappy ship. It does what it was supposed to do. What it was supposed to do isn’t enough for the kind of threats that we face today,” said Thompson, from the Lexington Institute.
In the Navy’s defense, threats shifted swiftly from the Cold War to the war on terror to the current Great Power Competition in which Russia and China are asserting themselves, he said.
In the end, the Navy may be content with smaller numbers of Freedom-class ships for maritime security and small surface combatant operations, said Bryan Clark, defense analyst at the Hudson Institute.
Congress must sign off on the Navy’s proposal to decommission ships ahead of their projected service life.
The House Armed Services Committee on Tuesday grilled Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Army Gen. Mark Milley, chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, on the proposal.
U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman, R-Virginia, suggested the ship cuts were “grossly irresponsible” when the U.S. Navy has dipped from 318 ships to 297, while the Chinese fleet has grown from 210 to 360 ships over the past two decades.
Milley said it’s important to focus on the Navy’s capabilities rather than the size of its fleet.
“I would bias towards capability rather than just sheer numbers,” he said.
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A Live Events Leader Evolves and Grows, Uniting Brands and Moms Nationwide
NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mom Media, the creator of Mom 2.0, North America's largest parenting media events company and home to the nation's longest-running and farthest-reaching community of parenting influencers, has emerged from the pandemic as one of the fastest-growing marketing firms in the USA and is a key source of income and opportunity for thousands of mom influencers nationwide.
Since 2008, the focus had been on live, in-person events and experiential marketing. This included its annual Mom 2.0 Summit, parenting media's flagship event for brand marketers, parenting creators, and traditional media. Sponsors included major brands like Google, Best Buy, LinkedIn, Facebook, Amazon, Kia, Unilever, and many others.
When in-person gatherings were halted, Mom Media adapted and evolved. The business that emerged from the pandemic provides a transformed suite of offerings that has seen non-event-related revenue grow by over 1000%. Today, Mom Media leads some of the nation's most important influencer campaigns, with clients ranging from the White House to global CPG brands to Hollywood studios.
"The pandemic was like a chrysalis for us," said John Pacini, Mom Media CEO. "We entered March 2020 as mostly a live events and experiential marketing business, and emerged in 2022 as a multi-dimensional firm with deep capabilities and the industry's most experienced team. Add our fifteen-year history of working with the world's biggest brands, and we're able to compete and win on a huge scale. Exponential growth just becomes a matter of resources and time."
This also means a steady flow of vetted opportunities for parent creators, overseen by the Mom Media team. Mom 2.0 is a trusted name with the nation's leading parenting influencers in its community that reaches over 250 million consumers around the world. "In recent months alone we've put nearly a million dollars into the hands of hardworking parent content creators," said Carrie Pacini, Mom Media co-founder.
The Mom 2.0 Summit returned in April, with over 700 top parenting media live in person, an online audience of over 66 million, and over 183 million media impressions.
All this translates into a powerful ROI for Mom Media clients and sponsors. A campaign for Sprout Pharmaceuticals achieved over 44 billion impressions, and another for GSK exceeded that brand's marketing goals by over 40%. Mom Media and its community have also helped increase family moviegoing for major theatrical releases, have been a key player in the White House / HHS Covid-19 vaccine outreach, and a lead influencer firm for March of Dimes.
As Money Magazine detailed, the Mom 2.0 community launched today's $11 billion influencer marketing industry. "The effects of the pandemic may have changed how moms have to work, but it didn't dampen the drive or the resourcefulness of our community." said Laura Mayes, Mom Media co-founder. "As the industry, the platforms, and the community are evolving, we'll evolve and adapt alongside them. They keep creating thoughtful content while we keep connecting them with more brands and more opportunities."
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Owned by Mom Media Enterprises, LLC and founded in 2008, Mom 2.0 is North America's #1 organization for parenting content creators, marketers and media. It is home to compelling content, engaging relationships, and memorable campaigns.
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Allston LabWorks will comprise life sciences, retail and multi-housing space at 250, 280 and 305 Western Ave. in Boston's Allston neighborhood
BOSTON, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL's Capital Markets group announced today that it has arranged $585 million in construction financing for a mixed-use project consisting of 580,905 square feet of life sciences, retail and multi-housing space in Boston, Massachusetts.
JLL worked on behalf of the borrower, a joint venture between King Street Properties, Brookfield and Mugar Enterprises, to secure the four-year, floating-rate loan through an institutional debt fund.
"We are pleased JLL was able to secure financing for this important site and we look forward to our new lending relationship," said Mike Diminico, Managing Director, King Street. "The fact that we were able to move quickly on this loan in today's market conditions speaks to the level of interest and confidence in Allston LabWorks. We are extremely proud of this transformative project and look forward to breaking ground as soon as possible."
Once completed, Allston LabWorks will consist of 534,000 square feet of lab space; 20,000 square feet of retail space; 35 multi-housing units, 26% of which will be affordable; as well as a 12,000-square-foot public plaza with an additional 5,000-square-foot landscaped open space and 668 garage parking spaces.
The project, which is located on 4.27 acres at 250, 280 and 305 Western Ave., is adjacent to Harvard University's 350-acre Allston campus, which is home to the newly opened John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Given its proximity to Harvard's investment in the neighborhood, the property is well-positioned to capture the neighborhood's growing life science demand. Over the last two decades, ongoing public and private investments have transformed the neighborhood into a vibrant, sought-after area with thriving commercial and academic demand drivers nearby.
Allston LabWorks will benefit from its position in the Greater Boston Lab market, which is home to 19 of the 20 largest biotech and pharmaceutical companies. In addition, the market receives 30% of the total U.S. life sciences funding and life sciences job growth is outpacing overall job growth four to one.
The JLL Capital Markets team representing the borrower was led by Managing Director Greg LaBine and Director Amy Lousararian.
"This is just the first of many deals that will combine the institutional capital base of Brookfield with the exceptional development capabilities and successful track record of the King Street team," said LaBine. "The lender recognized these attributes early in the process and then delivered on the closing as stated in the midst of a volatile economic climate. This project will be good for the neighborhood, the tenants and the capital markets participants and the JLL team was excited to play a role."
The JLL Capital Markets group is a full-service global provider of capital solutions for real estate investors and occupiers. The team's in-depth local market and global investor knowledge delivers the best-in-class solutions for clients — whether investment sales and advisory, debt advisory, equity advisory or a recapitalization. The firm has more than 3,000 Capital Markets specialists worldwide with offices in nearly 50 countries.
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About King Street Properties, LLC
King Street is a private real estate investment management firm focused on serving the complex needs of science-based companies and institutions. Their experienced professionals combine big-company experience with a hands-on entrepreneurial approach to execute its tightly defined mission. King Street owns and operates 2.8 million square feet of stabilized assets with an additional 4.5 million square feet under development.
About Brookfield
Brookfield is a premier global alternative asset manager with $725 billion of assets under management across renewable power & transition, infrastructure, private equity, real estate, and credit & insurance solutions. With a history as an owner and operator that dates back more than 100 years, Brookfield owns and operates long-life assets and high-quality businesses that help form backbone of the global economy. Utilizing its global reach, access to large-scale capital and operational expertise, Brookfield offers a range of alternative investment products to institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds and individual investors around the world.
About Mugar Enterprises
Mugar Enterprises, Inc. (MEI), is a privately held, family firm with over 50 years of real estate development and investment expertise. MEI pursues both commercial and philanthropic endeavors. MEI's diverse commercial real estate portfolio includes shopping centers, an assisted living complex, commercial office space and industrial buildings. In addition to its real estate holdings, MEI also manages a diverse equity and bond portfolio, retail and entertainment businesses, and other closely held investments. Over the years, the Mugar family has maintained a strong commitment to community service and philanthropic activities.
About JLL
JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $19.4 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 100,000 as of March 31, 2022. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.
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Tampa-area teacher charged with sexual battery of child
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office announced the arrest of a teacher from Carrollwood Day School.
Investigators say Jaime Melton, 42, an English teacher at the school was arrested Sunday on a charge of sexual battery in connection with an incident that was reported earlier this month.
Investigators recently learned of evidence against Jaime Melton, an English teacher at the school located on West Bearss Avenue, and arrested her Sunday on a charge of sexual battery, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release on Sunday.
The alleged incident reportedly happened earlier in the month. An arrest report says that Melton engaged in sexual relations with the victim, a student.
“This woman was a trusted member of this community who was responsible for the education and well-being of students, instead she violated that trust,” Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a release. “As a parent, I am disgusted and hope she faces the full consequences of her actions.”
Deputies say they believe the incident appears to have only happened to one student but urge anyone with additional info to reach out.
Copyright 2022 WWSB. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/09/12/tampa-area-teacher-charged-with-sexual-battery-child/ | 2022-09-12T17:59:45Z |
Amber alert issued for 3 Oklahoma girls
Published: May. 20, 2022 at 9:39 AM CDT|Updated: seconds ago
PITTSBURG COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - The Pittsburg County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the publics help in locating three girls.
An Amber Alert was activated by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol on Friday.
Authorities say 10-month-old Zamirah Aranda, 8-year-old Raziel Aranda, and 10-year-old Areli Aranda were abducted.
Police said the children are believed to be with 33-year-old Moises Aranda and 36-year-old Brandon Alexander.
According to police the three children were last seen with the suspects on Friday at 7:30 a.m. on Daisy Road in McAlester, and are believed to be in a gold 2010 Chevrolet Equinox with license plate number LTL303.
Police said this is a non-custodial abduction.
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WASHINGTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asia Group ("TAG") is excited to announce changes to its corporate leadership that will further advance the firm's mission of developing an industry-leading strategic and business advisory consultancy for companies in the Indo-Pacific region.
Mr. Rexon Y. Ryu will become President of The Asia Group and work closely with CEO Nirav Patel to guide the firm's strategic direction and continued growth. A leading expert on U.S. national security and Indo-Pacific alliances and partnerships, Rexon will continue to lead TAG's practices on aerospace & defense and South Korea, chair The Asia Group Foundation, and co-host the Tea Leaves podcast with Bloomberg's Shery Ahn.
"Rexon's exceptional leadership across the firm and commitment to helping clients unlock opportunities will serve us well as we write a new and exciting chapter for The Asia Group," said TAG CEO and Co-Founder Nirav Patel. "In nearly seven years at TAG, Rexon has helped drive strategic defense sales across Asia. In addition to his seasoned strategic counsel for our corporate clients, Rexon's network spans business and governments across the world and brings an unrivaled depth of connectivity to The Asia Group."
Rexon Y. Ryu draws on over two decades of experience working in business, global diplomacy, national policymaking, and executive leadership to provide companies with in-depth strategic guidance to effectively navigate the Indo-Pacific. Rexon previously served under three presidents, as Chief of Staff to Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, and as a foreign policy advisor in the U.S. Senate.
Ambassador Kurt Tong, a prominent authority on diplomacy and economic affairs in East Asia, will become Managing Partner of The Asia Group. Alongside this role, Kurt will continue to lead the firm's Japan and Hong Kong practices, assist with its China and region-wide work, spearhead TAG's innovative thought leadership programs, and serve as a Director on The Asia Group Foundation Board.
"Kurt constantly redefines the standard for excellence in delivering insight and analysis to discerning observers of Asia," said Nirav. "His decades of high-level experience bring unmatched capabilities as we expand our presence across the Indo-Pacific and drive forward an integrated client servicing approach that pairs global strategy with local solutions."
Ambassador Kurt Tong brings thirty years of experience in the Department of State as a career Foreign Service Officer, most recently serving as Consul General and Chief of Mission in Hong Kong and Deputy Chief of Mission in Tokyo. Kurt played vital leadership roles as one of the original architects of the Trans-Pacific Partnership and U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement, and a key negotiator of the Six-Party Talks with North Korea.
The Asia Group is the premier strategic and business advisory firm to the world's leading companies seeking to excel across the Indo-Pacific. With a team of dynamic and experienced professionals – from consultants and former senior government officials to lawyers and investment bankers – The Asia Group supports companies with end-to-end integrated strategies for market entry and expansion. To learn more about The Asia Group, please visit www.theasiagroup.com or reach out to media@theasiagroup.com.
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Unique, innovative and stable formula is critical in supporting the body's detoxification process
SAN DIEGO, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cymbiotika, a leading nutritional supplement brand known for creating pure, clinically backed supplements, today announced the launch of its reformulated Glutathione. The new, advanced formula integrates some of the most important nutrients required for almost every biological process in the human body.
"At Cymbiotika, we are continuing to innovate and create advanced formulas to give consumers' bodies and minds the very best," said Chervin Jafarieh, Co-Founder of Cymbiotika. "Glutathione is the most important molecule needed to stay healthy, as it improves heart and brain function, aids the liver, and eats up toxins, bacteria and microbes while also helping to neutralize radical damage and oxidative stress."
Known as the "master antioxidant" and found in every cell of the body, Glutathione is critical for healthy immune system function and is necessary for proper detoxification processes. Cymbiotika's updated Glutathione offers complete cellular health by protecting the integrity of the cell, boosting the energy output of the cell, and supporting mitochondrial biogenesis (the production of new mitochondria within the cell).
"It's important to us that our products continue to evolve with our evergreen goal of helping our consumers achieve their optimal healthy lifestyles," said Cymbiotika's CEO and Co-Founder, Shahab Elmi. "This Glutathione relaunch is truly a game changer in whole body health."
The product contains five essential nutrients including reduced Glutathione, CoQ10, PQQ, Riboflavin, and Alpha Lipoc Acid. These powerful ingredients work synergistically together to scavenge the body for free radicals, reduce the harmful effect of toxins and bacteria, and rapidly accelerate the detoxification process within every cell of the body. This exceptionally unique formula incorporates Cymbiotika's liposomal delivery technology and guarantees that these nutrients are easily absorbed and never wasted.
Cymbiotika's Glutathione retails for $88 and is available for purchase through the Cymbiotika website. Squeeze entire contents of pouch directly into mouth or onto a spoon and consume. Best taken on an empty stomach or at least 20 minutes before food, the taste has a delicious flavor made from 100% organic fruit extracts.
Cymbiotika crafts supplements with only the highest quality bioavailable, and wild-crafted ingredients. Their Glutathione is keto, sugar free, gluten free, made in the USA, GMP certified, and plant-based. For more details, please visit: www.cymbiotika.com.
About Cymbiotika
Cymbiotika is an innovative wellness brand based in San Diego. With the motto, "Your mind and body deserve the best", Cymbiotika is driven by the higher purpose of inspiring everyday people to achieve their optimal health. Founded in 2017, Cymbiotika uses the most advanced bioavailable absorption technology and sources only the highest quality plant-based nutrients to resolve specific nutritional deficiencies and support healthy aging, detoxification and longevity. Cymbiotika never uses synthetics, GMOs, fillers, chemicals, preservatives, additives or sugars in its products. For more information, visit www.cymbiotika.com.
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82% of women do not know that they are at increased risk for Alzheimer's disease, though two-thirds of cases are women
73% of American women have not talked to their healthcare providers about their cognitive health
62% of women say they have not had a discussion with healthcare providers about menopause or perimenopause
CLEVELAND, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Women's Alzheimer's Movement (WAM) at Cleveland Clinic released the results of a comprehensive survey on the state of women's health, revealing that American women are largely unaware of crucial and pressing health issues that can impact their lives and long-term health.
Some of the more startling facts include that 82% of women do not know they are at increased risk for Alzheimer's disease, though two-thirds of cases are women. Also, the majority of women have not spoken with their healthcare providers about several critical areas of health that can put them at risk for the disease.
An alarming 73% of women have not discussed their cognitive health with providers, and 62% of women have not discussed menopause or perimenopause -- transitional phases in a woman's reproductive life -- that research now shows are critical to monitor closely in order to reduce the risk for Alzheimer's.
The findings will be presented by Maria Shriver, founder of WAM, and strategic partner for women's health and Alzheimer's at Cleveland Clinic, and Beri Ridgeway, M.D., Cleveland Clinic's chief of staff, at the Aspen Ideas: Health Festival on Friday, June 24, and give a glimpse into the status of women's health in the U.S. and factors that contribute to the growing instances of Alzheimer's disease.
The good news is that a majority of women (71%) in the survey said they had seen a doctor in the past year, with 58% of women ranking their health as generally good. At the same time, 56% report not getting enough sleep, 35% say they almost always or often wake up in physical pain, and two in five women have been diagnosed with or treated for anxiety, depression and insomnia.
"The fact that women experience high levels of depression, anxiety and insomnia, but report being unaware that these are often symptoms of menopause means women may be going to the doctor, but not necessarily having the right conversations," said Shriver. "The survey results are both a red flag about the state of women's health, but also an exciting opportunity to redirect the way that both healthcare providers and women think, talk and act on issues involving women's health—at every age and every stage of a woman's health span. Women want the information and it's incumbent on us all to get it to them."
Of the women who reported their physical health as being poor, 32% cited chronic conditions as the cause. Among those who categorized their mental health as poor, most cited depression (33%) and anxiety (30%) as the issue. Low physical activity, chronic conditions like diabetes, obesity and hypertension, and depression are all associated with increased risk for Alzheimer's disease. Only 12% of women in this survey reported knowing about a possible link between estrogen loss and an increased risk for Alzheimer's, a major area of interest and research funded by WAM at Cleveland Clinic.
Over half of the women surveyed report caring for others, with 43% of them saying they focus on other people's health over their own. Single mothers report the lowest quality of sleep and the highest percentage when it comes to women rating their health as poor or fair (69%.)
These numbers are important to the study of women's health, since many of the health factors affecting women can be adjusted if women are made aware of this empowering health information. Science now suggests that 40% of Alzheimer's disease cases could be prevented through healthy lifestyle modifications like diet and exercise.
One positive survey finding revealed that when educated on lifestyle factors, women are highly motivated to prioritize them to reduce their risk:
- 82% would stay mentally/intellectually active
- 71% maintain a healthy weight
- 70% stay socially active
- 70% eat a healthy diet
- 67% manage stress
- 67% get better sleep
- 66% exercise regularly
- 62% quit smoking
"We know that women's unique biology and experiences over the course of their lifetime do play a role in Alzheimer's disease, and this survey illustrates the need to inform women of this link and empower them to start having conversations with their providers now so they can prioritize their brain health and improve overall health outcomes," said Dr. Ridgeway. "Cleveland Clinic officially partnered with WAM in February to do that through research, education and advocacy. This is another reminder of the importance of our work together as WAM at Cleveland Clinic."
About Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation's best hospitals in its annual "America's Best Hospitals" survey. Among Cleveland Clinic's 72,500 employees worldwide are more than 5,050 salaried physicians and researchers, and 17,800 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 22 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, including locations in northeast Ohio; southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England. In 2021, there were 10.2 million total outpatient visits, 304,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 259,000 surgical cases throughout Cleveland Clinic's health system. Patients came for treatment from every state and 185 countries. Visit us at clevelandclinic.org. Follow us at twitter.com/ClevelandClinic. News and resources available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org.
About Women's Alzheimer's Movement at Cleveland Clinic
The Women's Alzheimer's Movement at Cleveland Clinic is a partnership between the Women's Alzheimer's Movement (WAM), the pre-eminent non-profit organization for women and Alzheimer's founded by Maria Shriver, and Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit multispecialty academic center that integrates clinical care with research and education. The venture between these two renowned organizations is focused on raising awareness about women's increased risk for Alzheimer's and other neurological diseases, educating the public about brain health, and raising funds to support women-based Alzheimer's and neurological research. WAM has led the way in re-framing the narrative of Alzheimer's as a women's issue, starting with its ground-breaking 2010 Shriver Report: A Woman's Nation Takes on Alzheimer's, published in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association. Since then, Shriver and WAM have continued to help shape the national dialogue and policy around Alzheimer's, including leading the first ever California Task Force on Alzheimer's Prevention, Preparedness and the Path Forward in 2021. To learn more visit thewomensalzheimersmovement.org or follow @womensalzmovement and @womenalz
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Peer-reviewed publication in the American Journal of Gastroenterology found Dieta's AI to be comparable in accuracy to expert gastroenterologists and superior to patients in classifying stool
LOS ANGELES, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dieta Health, a gastroenterology digital health company, today announced the peer-reviewed publication of a clinical study that found its AI to be comparable in accuracy to expert gastroenterologists and superior to patients in classifying stool.
Dieta is revolutionizing digestive healthcare with its personalized IBS care platform. The company has built the world's first mobile app with stool image recognition technology, making the measurement of digestive outcomes (poop) objective instead of subjective. The technology was validated in a published clinical trial at Cedars-Sinai, proving to be more accurate than the current industry standard of patient reported outcomes.
About the company and founder:
CEO and Founder, Asaf Kraus, is a Data Scientist and IBS patient, passionate about solving digestive health issues for millions of others who have suffered like him. In 2017, at the height of severity of his IBS, Kraus spent all his time outside of work consulting with gastroenterologists and other clinicians and experimenting with dozens of treatment options. Kraus learned a great deal about the painful and confusing journey of an IBS patient. Given his machine learning expertise as a Data Scientist at Uber, he formed a belief that data and AI can help solve some of these problems.
The most significant revelation came years ago when Kraus participated as a subject in a clinical trial, testing an experimental medication. During that experience, he learned how the scientific community was measuring results of interventions on stool – by asking patients to remember and subjectively classify their stool on the Bristol Scale.
As a result of this experience matched with data science expertise, Dieta built a mobile app for iOS and Android which lets patients conveniently snap an image of each bowel movement, and instantly classifies objective and accurate digestive health results. In addition to the Bristol Scale, the Dieta app also classifies multiple other stool characteristics including volume and fragmentation from a single image capture.
Today, the results of a groundbreaking human clinical trial validating Dieta's stool image recognition technology were published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology.
About the clinical trial:
The trial was run by the MAST Program (Medically Associated Science and Technology Program) team at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. Principal investigator, Dr. Mark Pimentel M.D. is a world-renowned gastroenterologist and researcher, credited for the discovery of many innovative IBS treatments and diagnostics.
Patients recruited by Cedars-Sinai used Dieta's app to capture stool images before, during, and after taking an experimental medication throughout 2021. Two expert gastroenterology professors then manually classified over 200 images of stool to create a "gold standard" on which to compare Dieta's AI to the current standard of patient reported classifications.
The AI was shown to be comparable in accuracy to expert gastroenterologists and superior to patients in classifying stool.
The numbers:
- Dieta's AI was more sensitive (83%) and specific (94%) when compared to patients (55% and 71% respectively).
- Dieta's AI stool classifications were more correlated (0.71) to the patients' symptom severity scores as compared to even the patients' own classifications (0.46).
Dr. Pimentel found that "Dieta's stool image recognition objectified constipation, diarrhea and normal stools so there was less subjective patient influence on trial outcomes." The validation study proved that AI was far more accurate than patient self-reporting. "This could be a game-changer in terms of more clearly seeing true effects on patient stool outcomes and side effects of drugs in clinical trials for gastroenterology and beyond", Dr. Pimentel said.
Dieta is working with other GI pharmaceutical companies to adopt stool image recognition technology as a measurement tool to collect better data and truly understand the impact of their medications on stool outcomes.
In addition to the proprietary stool imaging AI, Dieta's platform for patients offers much more. Patients can also snap photos of meals, track medications and symptoms, and get guidance on choosing interventions (treatments) as they work towards improving their digestive health. Patients can also easily share their data with their clinicians to view on Dieta's Clinician Portal.
Dieta's applications have been used by over 7,000 patients. Next month, Dieta is planning on launching a patient care service, where patients who use the platform can also connect with a unified team of gastroenterologists, dietitians, and coaches to get guidance and care directly in the Dieta app.
Dieta Health raised $1.9 million in its pre-seed funding round, and is backed by Techstars, and investors/partners including Cedars-Sinai (an international leader in gastroenterology), and UnitedHealthcare (the world's largest healthcare payer).
Dieta's AI is superior to current standards, and its vision for solving IBS using data, alongside medical guidance and personal coaching is a win-win, improving the patient experience and saving time, money and stress.
About Dieta Health: A better way to manage and treat IBS, Dieta uses AI to personalize digestive healthcare for the 11% of the global population that suffers from digestive disorders. The first company to validate stool image recognition in a human clinical trial which makes the measurement of digestive outcomes (poop) objective instead of subjective. Dieta is based in Los Angeles and backed by Techstars, UnitedHealthcare (the world's largest healthcare payer), and Cedars-Sinai (a top medical center for gastroenterology). Download the app with Android or iOS.
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Minutes after a gunman killed 10 people in a Boulder, Colorado, grocery store in March 2021, a woman stood in the back of the supermarket where she worked in Denver, about 30 miles away, staring at harrowing images of the scene as she scrolled through her phone.
It was bizarre to see photos of employees running out of the King Soopers in Boulder, wearing their uniforms and aprons -- so like those she and her coworkers wore each day, she told CNN. After the massacre, "Every day when I went into work I would think through where the exits are and where I would go if I heard shooting," said Megan W. CNN agreed to use only the first letter of Megan's last name, in light of her concerns about privacy.
"Whenever a customer would get verbally abusive, I would wonder, is this going to be it?" the 32-year-old said. "Are they going to pull out a gun or come back with one?"
CNN recently spoke to people about the fear and anxiety they feel amid a surge of gun violence and several high-profile mass shootings, and how those feelings have affected the way they live.
Many, like Megan, described a new, compulsive habit of identifying escape routes or hiding spots in crowded gatherings, or avoiding certain public places altogether. Parents expressed a fear of sending kids to school, or a desire to move abroad. Teachers recounted leaving their chosen career.
For some these raw feelings are new, emerging after mass shootings like those at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, and an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. But for others, this anxiety has been building for years as the list of shootings gets ever-longer -- and a sense of dread grows along with the death toll.
As of June 23, there had been 279 mass shootings in the United States since the beginning of the year, according to the Gun Violence Archive, which, like CNN, defines a mass shooting as one in which four or more people are shot, excluding the shooter. That means there have been more mass shootings so far this year than there have been days -- a trend that also occurred in 2020 and 2021.
"It feels like a numbers game at this point. Not if, but when," Megan said.
"When is it going to be my unlucky day?"
He plans escape route from public events
Rian Troth, a 47-year-old father of four in Sacramento, California, recently attended a high school graduation with his family. But sitting in the auditorium, he felt vulnerable, and he couldn't help but mentally plan his family's escape if gunfire erupted, identifying exits and potential hiding places.
"It's one of the first things that now crosses my mind," he said. "What would we do? Where would we go? How would we hide? ... How would I provide shelter? Where would I throw my kids; lay over on top of them so no harm could possibly come to them?"
On the Saturday morning he spoke to CNN, Troth was planning on taking his kids to a local Pride parade. He'd already picked a spot to watch from, he said -- one with shelter nearby and a park directly behind that would help them escape if his worst nightmare became reality.
"Am I becoming borderline paranoid? No," he said. "It's just the world we live in. I have little ones to protect."
She stopped going to her local grocery store
Glenda Prince stopped going to her local supermarket outside Austin, Texas, fearing the store with a predominantly Black customer base could be a target -- like the one where last month's shooting in Buffalo happened.
"I rarely now go to a supermarket that's predominantly Black," said Prince, a 62-year-old Black grandmother. "I just prefer to go to a supermarket where the public is more mixed and not just one nationality, so that I'm not singled out or that specific supermarket is not singled out."
Prince, a British citizen who has lived in the US since the 1980s, now drives about 20 miles into Austin to go shopping. She goes less often, too, and when she does, she tends to go late at night when it's less busy. She goes to these extra lengths, she said, because she wants to see her 7-month-old grandson live to reach 18.
"Prior to all of this, you just didn't think about it. You just lived your life, and you went about and did what you have to do," Prince said. "Now you've got to think about it and just don't put yourself in harm's way."
"But," she added, "nobody really knows what harm's way is anymore."
They're considering leaving the country
By every measure, Ryan and Sandra Hoover, 38 and 37, live an "idyllic" life in Ashburn, Virginia, with their 7-year-old daughter and 4-year-old son, Ryan Hoover told CNN. But now, the couple is actively looking to move from the United States due to rising gun violence.
The conversation began partially in jest, they said, but has become more sincere after the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde. Ryan Hoover has already spoken to his boss about working from outside the country, describing a new life outside the US as something that is "squarely on the table."
"We drive a Volvo XC90 ... the safest car in the world. We live in a safe, affluent area. We feed our kids healthy food," he said. In other words, "we do everything we can to keep ourselves safe. And then we send them out, and every day they get on the bus, I have to mentally suppress those horrible thoughts."
For the Hoovers, it's not a question of whether they can raise their kids in the US, but if they want to, Ryan Hoover said.
"How do we live a sustainable, happy, fulfilled life," Hoover wondered, "with this seeming specter of evil lurking around the corner?"
She dreads sending her kids to school
The day your child first goes to school should be a milestone every parent looks forward to, said Erin Rome, 34. She's the mother of a 2-year-old and a 4-year-old in Madison, Wisconsin.
"But that feeling is gone for me."
In the wake of the Uvalde shooting, Rome is "absolutely terrified" of sending her children to school. Next year, her 4-year-old will go to kindergarten, and while she knows "intellectually" the chances her son would face such a shooting are low, "it doesn't feel that way emotionally, especially because there's so little you can do," she said.
"I've been to that building before for various events, and every time I go, I just think about an active shooter situation and my tiny 5-year-old in this building," she said. "It just makes me so sad that that's the image I have in my mind of sending my child to school for the very first time."
He's still too young to have a conversation about what to do in an active shooter situation, Rome said.
"But it's something I'm already thinking about -- how I'm going to have these conversations with a 5-year-old about what to do if there's, you know, a shooter in your school."
She feels 'helpless' as she hugs her kindergartener goodbye
Other parents are dealing with similar fears, including Toni Leaf-Odette, who told CNN that when she hugs her kindergartener goodbye nowadays, she makes sure her 6-year-old daughter knows her mother loves her.
"Sometimes I think about those parents who had that moment, or maybe didn't get to have that moment, and lost their children," the 38-year-old Traverse City, Michigan, mother said. "It's that fear that she could go to school and live through a horrific experience, or not live through a horrific experience."
"I feel helpless," she added, "because all it would take is one person somewhere to have the decision to walk in and end my child's life for it to happen. And there's really nothing that I can do about that."
It's not a new feeling for Leaf-Odette, who has experienced similar thoughts around her two older children -- an 8-year-old daughter and an 18-year-old son who just graduated from high school.
He was in elementary school when the Sandy Hook shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, happened in 2012. Nearly two decades later, she still has vivid memories of picking him up from school after the massacre that claimed the lives of 20 elementary schoolchildren and 6 adults.
"I remember specifically he was wearing a blue puffer coat, and thinking the same thing about him," she said, "that we're in a new world now where you apparently can go in and shoot kids while they're hiding in a closet."
He bought a gun for the first time in his life
For most of his life, 66-year-old Gary Bixler of Springfield, Ohio, was against owning guns, he said. Growing up all he had ever owned was a BB gun. But that changed about a year ago, when he and his wife bought a handgun each.
"We have an alarm system on our house, and we've always had German shepherds. Nobody's ever tried to break in our home," Bixler said. "We didn't buy (the guns) for home security. We bought (them) for our security."
Bixler's wife (who has owned a gun in the past) also took the requisite classes to get her concealed carry license -- something Bixler still plans to do, he said, despite a new state law that allows eligible adults to carry a concealed handgun without training or a license. They have yet to tell their adult son, Bixler said, because he would be against it.
Today, Bixler's wife carries her gun with her everywhere she goes. "I even asked her the other day, I said, 'if we came into a situation like that, where somebody walked into a store and pulled a gun and started shooting people, could you pull the trigger to disarm the person that had a gun?'"
"She said she could," he said. "But nobody ever knows that until it really happens."
She stopped going to bars or clubs
Kayla Hyllested loves hanging out with her friends, exploring restaurants and soaking in the culture in Suwanee, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta.
But nowadays, the 25-year-old and her friends rarely venture into downtown Atlanta itself, out of concern for their safety, she told CNN -- a decision that's impacted their social lives and even the way they date.
When she and her friends get together, they weigh the "pros and cons" of each outing, she said. They don't want to be out too late, or too far from home. They don't want it to be too busy, and they're cognizant of "what kind of crowd it's going to pull."
"When I was in college ... before the pandemic hit, I would go out to bars and clubs and not really think twice about if I was going to be out until like three in the morning, or where it was going to be," she said. "And nowadays, every weekend there's shootings at these random bars and lounges and clubs."
"So me and my friends, we just try to avoid going to really popular bars, lounges and clubs because of that," she said. "We used to go anywhere, try to meet other people, meet guys. It doesn't happen anymore. We go to restaurants."
She retired from teaching early
There were many stressors that caused Holly Heilig-Gaul, like other teachers, to recently leave the field and retire to the Twin Cities in Minnesota several years earlier than she'd planned, she told CNN.
But the threat of a school shooter was among those worries, in large part because the regular active shooter drills meant the idea was always top of mind for her and her students.
Teachers at her school had to take many precautions, Heilig-Gaul, 67, said. Only she was allowed to answer the classroom door, for example, and all the windows were to be covered up, so no one could see in or out.
And then there were the drills: A lockdown would be announced, and the class would huddle together in the dark, completely silent. If a student asked why, Heilig-Gaul said she had to explain, "Because there might be someone outside listening for you, because they have bad intentions, possibly with a gun ... We have to be careful to stay alive.' I have to teach this."
"I feel helpless," she said. "I used to think, 'I'll be able to help these kids. I'll be able to be the good person and make it okay,'" she said. "And I can't ... It's just too much."
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Sheriff: 2 dead, 3 hospitalized in Houston market shooting
Published: May. 15, 2022 at 3:59 PM CDT|Updated: 9 minutes ago
HOUSTON (AP) - Authorities say two people have been killed and three more were taken to a hospital after a shooting at a Houston bustling flea market.
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says the Sunday shooting at the open-air market arose from an “altercation” that involved at least two guns and all five of the people.
He says no “innocent bystanders” were injured.
Thousands of people were shopping at the the market 14 miles north of Houston’s downtown when the shooting began around 1 p.m.
The sheriff said multiple shots were fired and that authorities recovered two pistols from the scene.
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Reports: Anne Heche to be taken off life support
(Gray News/AP) - Anne Heche, who was declared brain-dead after suffering extensive injuries in a car crash, will reportedly be taken off life support Sunday.
CNN reports a representative for Heche’s family said the actor will be taken off life support after being matched with an organ recipient.
NBC News reports that Heche will be taken off life support after organ recipients were identified, according to a spokesperson for the actor, who added that surgeons are ready to perform the implants once Heche is taken off life support.
A representative for Heche said Friday that she remained on life support and under evaluation for organ donation after the car crash that led to her brain death.
Under current California law, death can be determined by the loss of all brain function and in accordance with accepted medical standards.
While Heche is legally dead, she’s on life support and “her heart is still beating” so that the nonprofit organization OneLegacy can determine if she can be a donor, spokeswoman Holly Baird said in a statement Friday.
The process, which involves assessing which organs are viable and finding an appropriate recipient, could take from one day to several days, Baird told The Associated Press.
In the U.S., most organ transplants are done after the donor has been declared brain-dead.
The actor suffered a “severe anoxic brain injury,” caused by a lack of oxygen, when her car crashed into a Los Angeles area home Aug. 5 and fire erupted, according to a statement released Thursday that said she wasn’t expected to survive.
She’s been hospitalized at a Los Angeles burn center.
“This is a sad day. I’m sending Anne’s children, family and friends all of my love,” Ellen DeGeneres said Friday on Twitter amid reports of Heche’s dire condition. They were a couple from 1997 to 2000.
Detectives investigating the crash said narcotics were found in a blood sample taken from Heche, though toxicology tests still had to be performed to differentiate them from drugs she was given for her injuries, Los Angeles police said.
The Los Angeles Police Department on Friday announced it had ended its investigation into Heche’s car accident.
“As of today, there will be no further investigative efforts made in this case,” the department announced Friday. “Any information or records that have been requested prior to this turn of events will still be collected as they arrive as a matter of formalities and included in the overall case. When a person suspected of a crime expires, we do not present for filing consideration.”
A native of Ohio, Heche first came to prominence on the NBC soap opera “Another World” from 1987 to 1991. She won a Daytime Emmy Award for the role of twins Marley and Vicky.
In the late 1990s she became one of the hottest actors in Hollywood, a constant on magazine covers and in big-budget films. In 1997 alone, she played opposite Johnny Depp as his wife in “Donnie Brasco” and Tommy Lee Jones in “Volcano” and was part of the ensemble cast in the original “I Know What You Did Last Summer.”
The following year, she starred with Harrison Ford in “Six Days, Seven Nights” and appeared with Vince Vaughn and Joaquin Phoenix in “Return to Paradise.”
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JERUSALEM (AP) — A Palestinian detainee held by Israel without charge or trial said Wednesday that he is ending his nearly six-month hunger strike after reaching an agreement that will see him released in October.
Lawyers and physicians had warned that the Khalil Awawdeh, a 40-year-old father of four from the occupied West Bank, was at risk of dying and already suffering neurological damage from the prolonged hunger strike. In recent pictures, he appears extremely gaunt and ill, his skin tightly stretched over a bony frame.
In a video circulated online Wednesday and apparently shot from his hospital bed, Awawdeh confirmed that an agreement had been reached for his release, calling it a “resounding victory” for the Palestinian people.
Awawdeh was protesting being held without charge or trial in what’s known as administrative detention. Israel says the practice is needed to keep dangerous militants off the streets without revealing sensitive intelligence. The Palestinians and rights groups say it denies detainees the basic right of due process.
The Commission of Detainee Affairs, part of the Palestine Liberation Organization, said Awawdeh had reached an agreement that would see him released on Oct. 2, “after fighting an epic battle for which he sacrificed his flesh and life.”
It said he will remain in an Israeli hospital until he has fully recovered.
The exact details of the agreement were unclear. The Israeli military, the prison service and the Defense Ministry declined to comment. The Shin Bet internal security service did not respond to a request for comment.
Israel accuses Awawdeh of being a member of the Islamic Jihad militant group, an allegation he denies. The group had demanded his release as part of the cease-fire that ended three days of heavy fighting in Gaza earlier this month, without identifying him as a member.
Ahlam Haddad, Awawdeh’s lawyer, said this week that her client weighs 37 kilograms (around 80 pounds) and is suffering from neurological damage. He took vitamins over two weeks in June when he thought his case was being resolved but has otherwise only had water since the strike began in March, his family says.
Israel had officially suspended his arrest, but he remained in custody at an Israeli hospital.
Several Palestinians have gone on prolonged hunger strike in recent years to protest being held in administrative detention. In most cases, Israel has eventually released them after their health significantly deteriorated. None have died in custody, but many have suffered irreparable neurological damage.
Israel is currently holding some 743 administrative detainees, the highest number since 2008, according to the Israeli human rights group HaMoked, which tracks the number using official figures obtained through freedom of information requests.
The number of administrative detainees has shot up in recent months as Israeli forces have carried out nightly raids in the occupied West Bank following a series of deadly attacks against Israelis earlier this year. Nearly all administrative detainees are Palestinian, as the practice is rarely used with Jewish detainees.
“Administrative detention should be a rare, exceptional measure, but it’s standard practice in Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, with hundreds of people held for months at a time, without charge or trial, solely on the basis of secret information,” said Jessica Montell, the director of HaMoked. “All of these detainees should be given a fair trial or released immediately.”
Israel is currently holding some 4,400 Palestinian prisoners, including militants who have carried out deadly attacks, as well as people arrested at protests or for throwing stones. The Palestinians view all of them as political prisoners held for resisting Israel’s 55-year military occupation of territories the Palestinians want for a future state.
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NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Integral Ad Science (Nasdaq: IAS), a global leader in digital media quality, announced today its Control Panel, a suite of reporting and planning tools that Context Control customers can use as an added value. The new capabilities will enable customers to more clearly understand the value and return on investment (ROI) that IAS's contextual targeting solution delivers.
"Using our new Control Panel, advertisers will gain the ability to strategically plan, activate, and optimize their targeting campaigns all within the IAS Signal platform," said Tom Sharma, Chief Product Officer, IAS. "This is yet another example of our ongoing efforts to empower our customer organizations and clients to confidently lean into our contextual targeting solution while hitting campaign KPIs."
The Control Panel suite offers the following tools:
- Context Control Segment Catalog: Provides easy discovery of all 400+ Context Control Avoidance & Targeting off-the-shelf segments all in one place.
- Contextual Segment Reach Calculator: Advises on the prospective reach of IAS contextual targeting segments to appropriately plan campaigns.
- Contextual Targeting Reporting: Offers insights into targeting segment performance, specifically focusing on viewability, reach, and programmatic dimensions.
- Contextual Targeting Profiles: Enables clients to bundle all of their desired targeting segments into one profile with a single segment ID for easy activation in their DSP.
IAS recently expanded its Context Control solutions for advertisers and publishers globally, giving customers more control over the context of digital ad placements. Advertisers can average more than 400 contextual segments from IAS on a pre-bid basis to avoid undesirable content or target towards content that is suitable for their campaigns. Major DSPs including Adelphic, Adform, Amobee, MediaMath, Xandr, Yahoo, and others have integrated Context Control, making these tools readily available for advertisers wherever they choose to buy.
In a recent case study, OMD Turkey was challenged with boosting awareness and driving conversions for their client, Renault, without using third-party audience targeting, all during the busy automotive period of Q4. IAS Context Control Targeting outperformed the competition and resulted in strong improvement in Renault's KPIs including a 53% increase in click-through rate, 8.4% increase in conversion rate, and 3% improvement in Cost Per Click.
About IAS
Integral Ad Science (IAS) is a global leader in digital media quality. IAS makes every impression count, ensuring that ads are viewable by real people, in safe and suitable environments, activating contextual targeting, and driving supply path optimization. Our mission is to be the global benchmark for trust and transparency in digital media quality for the world's leading brands, publishers, and platforms. We do this through data-driven technologies with actionable real-time signals and insight. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, IAS works with thousands of top advertisers and premium publishers worldwide. For more information, visit integralads.com.
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Limited availability remains on select 2023 itineraries; additional 2024 itineraries to be announced later this year
TORONTO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the desire for personalized, one-of-a-kind experiences continues to grow, leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons announces the first set of 2024 itineraries for the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience.
Expertly curated to include exceptional experiences in sought-after destinations connected by transport aboard a new, fully-customized Four Seasons Private Jet, it's no surprise that demand continues to increase for much loved itineraries, as well as bold new voyages around the world.
"The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience is a testament to our commitment to innovation and the creative pursuit of the extraordinary. We continue to re-imagine the conventional limits of travel to deliver exceptional luxury experiences that are unmatched," says Christian Clerc, President, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. "We invite travel enthusiasts to explore the world with us, enjoying Four Seasons genuine care, attention to detail, and passion for excellence that has defined our brand the world over."
A key reason that the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience continues to attract new travellers and welcome back many repeat guests is that each itinerary allows for a wide range of customizations to cater to individual traveller needs and wants, and offer a few surprises along the way.
"Guest feedback continues to shape the experience, from the custom-design of the new Four Seasons Private Jet to the introduction of shorter itineraries for time-challenged travellers who want to experience more in less time," notes Clerc. "Past guests often comment that the Private Jet journey was just the beginning of an adventure that connected them to each destination and their travel companions, resulting in enduring new relationships and memories to last a lifetime."
As always, accommodations on Four Seasons Private Jet Experiences are at Four Seasons hotels and resorts. In more remote locations, guests will stay at luxury accommodations selected by the Four Seasons team.
Now Taking Reservations: The First Four Seasons Private Jet Experiences for 2024
With more to come, the first half of the 2024 calendar is now available for booking, including:
- African Wonders, December 28, 2023 – January 9, 2024
Athens – The Pyramids – Serengeti – Mauritius – Rwanda – Victoria Falls – Johannesburg
Popular with families as well as couples and single travellers, this itinerary is both educational and awe inspiring as guests visit ancient wonders, breath-taking landscapes and more.
- NEW Asia Unveiled, January 11-26, 2024
Tokyo – Bali – Maldives – Hoi An – Bhutan – Angkor Wat – Bangkok
Four Seasons has created a new, shorter trip of 16 days, taking place solely in Asia. Ideal for travellers who want to do it all within a limited time, this trip will offer a variety of cultural and culinary experiences, with just enough time for relaxation to leave guests refreshed and inspired by journey's end. Highlights and options include rafting through vine-hung gorges in Bali, a private samurai lesson in Tokyo, a turtle safari in the Maldives, a guided night out sampling Vietnam's famous street foods or a cycling tour of Cam Kim Island, a hike to Bhutan's Tiger's Nest Monastery, a day stop by private jet to explore the lesser-known aspects of Angkor Wat, and a private klong cruise through Bangkok.
- Timeless Encounters, March 23 – April 15, 2024
Oahu – Bora Bora – Sydney – Bali – Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai – Taj Mahal – Dubai – Prague – London
A perennial favourite of Four Seasons travellers, this 24-day itinerary offers a broad array of experiences in diverse destinations, from a private yacht tour of Sydney Harbour to a special day trip to the incredible Taj Mahal and sunset cocktails on the 122nd floor of the Burj Khalifa.
- World of Adventures, April 17 - May 10, 2024
Seattle – Kyoto – Bali – Seychelles – Rwanda – Marrakech – Bogotá – Galápagos Islands – Fort Lauderdale
One of the original Four Seasons Private Jet Experiences, this itinerary takes guests to remote islands including the Seychelles and the Galápagos, while also showcasing dynamic cities such as Kyoto, Marrakech and Bogotá as only locally-based Four Seasons teams can. Previously ending in Miami, as of 2024 this itinerary will conclude at the just-opened Four Seasons in Fort Lauderdale.
More to Come in 2024
The remainder of the 2024 Four Seasons Private Jet Experience calendar will be revealed in the coming months, anticipated to include new dates for several popular itineraries and a very special, all-new round-the-world journey. This will include several destinations never before included in a Four Seasons Private Jet Experience itinerary.
Limited Availability on 2023 Itineraries
For those who can't wait for 2024, there are a handful of seats available in 2023, on the following itineraries:
- African Wonders, August 1-13, 2023
Athens – The Pyramids – Serengeti – Mauritius – Rwanda – Victoria Falls - Johannesburg
- International Intrigue, March 3-26, 2023
Seattle – Kyoto – Hoi An – Maldives – Serengeti – Marrakech – Budapest – Florence - Paris
- Timeless Encounters, April 17 – May 10, 2023
Oahu – Bora Bora – Sydney – Bali – Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai – Taj Mahal – Dubai – Florence – London
- Ancient Explorer, August 16 -September 8, 2023
Miami – Mexico City – Easter Island – Bora Bora – Great Barrier Reef – Bangkok – Wadi Rum and the Lost City of Petra – The Pyramids – Taormina - Madrid
- World of Adventures, September 8 – October 1, 2023
Seattle – Kyoto – Bali – Seychelles – Rwanda – Marrakech – Bogotá – Galápagos Islands - Miami
- Uncharted Discovery, November 30 – December 20, 2023
New Orleans – Costa Rica – Machu Picchu – Buenos Aires – Antarctica – Bogotá - Bahamas
All other 2023 itineraries are currently sold out. Email fourseasonsjet@fourseasons.com to inquire about availability and waitlist opportunities.
Booking Information
For more information on how to book a one-of-a-kind global adventure aboard the custom-designed Four Seasons Private Jet, click here. Guests who book a Four Seasons Private Jet Experience can take advantage of flexible cancellation options. Conditions apply – for details, inquire at fourseasonsjet@fourseasons.com.
About the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience
The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience offers guests the perfect combination of curated experiences and the freedom to explore destinations on their own.
All itineraries from September 2022 onward will take place aboard the new, custom-designed Four Seasons Private Jet. Fully tailored to Four Seasons exacting specifications with input from previous journey passengers, the Airbus A321neo-LR aircraft offers the widest and tallest cabin in its class, featuring a 48-seat interior configured for even greater comfort. On board the custom-designed Four Seasons Private Jet, an experienced flight crew includes a dedicated Concierge, Executive Chef and Journey Physician. While visiting remote destinations, guests will stay at luxury accommodations selected by the Four Seasons team.
Both in the air and on the ground, Four Season delivers a flawless, fully immersive experience from the moment a guest books their trip to their return home. From itinerary planning and car transfers to luggage services and visas, Four Seasons staff will see to it that every detail is taken care of, allowing guests to focus on the true joys of travel, not the hassles and logistics of multiple connections, layovers and delays.
Learn more about the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience and continue to explore by following the #FSJet hashtag on Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and traveller experiences.
The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience is operated by the industry leader in private jet journeys TCS World Travel, dedicated to delivering immersive, worry-free travel experiences for the globally curious and modern luxury traveller. The aircraft is operated by Titan Airways.
All Four Seasons Private Jet Experiences adhere to the company's global health and safety program, Lead With Care.
Media Contact:
Emily Borgeest
fourseasons@kwtglobal.com
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Hurricane Agatha develops in the Pacific
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The first hurricane of 2022 developed in the Pacific Ocean Sunday morning. Winds increased to 75 mph, bringing Agatha up to hurricane strength. The storm is on a slow move toward the Mexican coast, where the greatest risk for heavy rain and flooding exists. The National Hurricane Center is expecting 10 to 16 inches of rain, with isolated maximum amounts of 20 inches possible. Life-threatening flash flooding and mudslides may occur.
The storm will weaken Tuesday as it moves slowly east. There is a chance that remnants of the storm will move into the Gulf of Mexico by Wednesday. Wednesday, June 1st, is the first official day of the Atlantic and Caribbean hurricane season. Right now the National Hurricane Center is monitoring the storm for possible development in the Gulf with a 30% chance in the next 5 days.
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CATONSVILLE, Md., July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In its 37th year of honoring the nation's most elite high school athletes, Gatorade today announced Juliette Whittaker of Mount de Sales Academy in Catonsville, Md. is the 2021-22 Gatorade National Girls Track and Field Player of the Year. Whittaker won the prestigious award for her accomplishments on and off the field, joining an impressive group of former Gatorade National Girls Track and Field Players of the Year who have combined for 71 gold medals and 34 National Championships.
Whittaker was surprised with the trophy by her family, coaches and teammates at school. Check out a video of the announcement here.
The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field, distinguishes Whittaker as the nation's best high school girls track and field player. The Gatorade Player of the Year Selection Committee, which leverages experts including coaches, scouts, media and others to evaluate candidates, selected Whittaker from more than half a million other student-athletes who compete in girls track and field nationwide.
Competition for the national award was fierce. Whittaker topped the list of state winners in girls track and field who collectively boast an incredible list of accomplishments, including 26 who are committed to Division 1 colleges and universities, 12 returning state Gatorade Players of the Year and 35 with a GPA of 3.75 and above.
"Juliette Whittaker had already established herself as one of the elite middle-distance athletes in U.S. prep history by advancing to the 800-meter semifinals at last year's Olympic Trials," said Erik Boal, an editor for DyeStat. "But following her mile victory at June's Brooks PR Invitational and a pair of sub-two minute efforts in the 800 during this past outdoor season—capped by her national high school record performance at the USATF U20 Championships in Oregon—she has elevated herself into the ranks of the all-time greatest high school competitors, regardless of gender or event. She is poised to make a significant impact at Stanford as the leader of one of the deepest recruiting classes in that program's history."
The 5-foot-8 senior set a meet record in the 800-meter run at June's USATF U20 Outdoor Championships, clocking a 1:59.04 to shave nearly a half-second off the previous high school record, set in 2013. The state's returning Gatorade Player of the Year in girls track and field, Whittaker also ran four of the U.S. Top-50 prep times from 400 meters to a mile in 2022, including the seventh-fastest mile in girls high school history. In addition, she broke the tape in the 800, 1600 and 3200 at the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland championships, leading her team to the title.
The president of her class, Whittaker has volunteered locally at a soup kitchen and as a peer tutor.
Whittaker has maintained a weighted 4.46 GPA in the classroom. She has signed a National Letter of Intent to compete on an athletic scholarship at Stanford University this fall.
"Sports make a powerful difference in the lives of student-athletes, teaching lifelong lessons and skills such as teamwork, dedication and self-confidence," said Gatorade Chief Marketing Officer Kalen Thornton. "Juliette Whittaker exemplifies the positive impact sports can have on a person and their broader community, and we welcome her to the Gatorade Player of the Year family."
Each year, a selection committee evaluates the nation's top talent to choose one state winner from each of the 50 states as well as Washington D.C., in 12 different sports: football, girls volleyball, boys and girls cross country, boys and girls basketball, baseball, softball, boys and girls soccer, and boys and girls track & field. In all, 608 athletes are honored each year. From the pool of state winners, one national winner is selected in each of the 12 sports.
Gatorade has a long-standing history of serving athlete communities and understands how sports instill valuable lifelong skills on and off the field. Since the program's inception in 1985, Gatorade Player of the Year award recipients have won hundreds of professional and college championships, and many have also turned into pillars in their communities, becoming coaches, business owners and educators. Previous winners include a distinguished list of athletes, such as Peyton Manning, Abby Wambach, Jayson Tatum, Elena Delle Donne and many other sports icons.
To learn more about the Gatorade Player of the Year program, check out past winners or to nominate student-athletes, visit playeroftheyear.gatorade.com or follow us on social media on Facebook at facebook.com/GatoradePOY, Instagram at instagram.com/Gatorade and Twitter at twitter.com/Gatorade.
About Gatorade
The Gatorade Company, a division of PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP), meets the needs of consumers who participate in sports and fitness, through brands that include Gatorade, Propel, Muscle Milk, and Evolve. The solutions they provide are driven by a deep understanding of the unique occasions and needs across athletic activity. Gatorade, their marquee brand, is underpinned by a 56-year history of studying the best athletes in the world, and sports nutrition research by the Gatorade Sport Science Institute, allowing it to provide scientifically formulated products that meet athletes' needs both on and off the field. For more information and a full list of products, please visit www.gatorade.com.
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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THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world's largest selection of electronic components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, announced that it will attend Automate 2022, June 6-9, in Detroit.
Automate show attendees should plan to visit Digi-Key's booth #5238 to talk with their automation & control experts and see featured demos from leading suppliers including Banner Engineering, Siemens, Schneider Electric and Sensata - Crydom.
"We're looking forward to showcasing leading automation & control products from several of the top manufacturers at this year's Automate show," said Eric Wendt, director – automation and electrical at Digi-Key. "Digi-Key carries products and solutions for virtually every application possible, which is just one of the many ways we're redefining high service distribution in the automation space."
Automate is North America's leading automation trade show and conference, with more than 20,000 attendees and 600 exhibitors, and is presented by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), of which Digi-Key has been a member of since 2019.
Attendees can visit Digi-Key at booth #5238 and check out their exhibitor profile here. For more information about Digi-Key and to order from their product portfolio, please visit the Digi-Key website.
Digi-Key Electronics, headquartered in Thief River Falls, Minn., USA, is recognized as both the leader and continuous innovator in the high service distribution of electronic components and automation products worldwide. As the original pioneer in this space, Digi-Key provides more than 13.4 million components from over 2,300 quality name-brand manufacturers with an industry-leading breadth and depth of product in stock and available for immediate shipment. Beyond the products that drive technology innovation, Digi-Key also supports design engineers and procurement professionals with a wealth of digital solutions and tools to make their jobs more efficient. Additional information can be found at digikey.com and on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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Mohammed Ibrahim joins leading MSP with over 22 years of professional experience in networking and security
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Logicalis US, an international IT solution and managed services provider, today announced the appointment of Mohammed Ibrahim as its new VP of Managed Services. In this role, Ibrahim will oversee a team of 285 operations experts, comprised of help desk, engineering support teams, and solutions architects. Additionally, he will work closely with Logicalis' global and regional teams to ensure proper resource alignment.
"We are proud to have Mohammed's extensive experience and expertise to lead our managed services team," said CEO Jon Groves. "Our customers rely on our managed services support, and we know that Mohammed will deliver what they need to be successful. He represents what it means to be an Architect of Change ™, and we look forward to seeing his leadership drive growth throughout our organization."
Ibrahim joins Logicalis US with more than two decades of experience in networking and security, as well as hybrid cloud and enterprise solution design for complex global structures. Based in Frisco, Tex., Ibrahim attended Bangalore University and holds various technical certifications including as a Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.
"Logicalis US has become a leader in the technology sector by exemplifying what it means to be Architects of Change™," said Ibrahim. "I couldn't be happier to join such an innovative team that embraces emerging technologies and highlights the importance of managed services."
About Logicalis US
Award-winning Logicalis US works alongside our customers to recommend, plan, and implement a digital transformation strategy that aligns with their business goals. Through our consulting and managed services and with our longtime strategic partners, we then deliver custom security, network, collaboration, cloud, and data center solutions.
Logicalis employs over 6,400 people worldwide, including highly trained service specialists who design, deploy and manage complex IT infrastructures to meet the needs of over 10,000 corporate and public sector customers. To achieve this, Logicalis maintains strong partnerships with technology leaders such as Cisco, HPE, IBM, EMC, NetApp, Microsoft, VMware and ServiceNow on an international basis. It has specialized solutions for enterprise and medium-sized companies in vertical markets covering financial services, TMT (telecommunications, media and technology), education, healthcare, retail, government, manufacturing and professional services, helping customers benefit from cutting-edge technologies in a cost-effective way.
The Logicalis Group has annualized revenues of over $1.5 billion from operations in Europe, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific and is one of the leading IT and communications solution integrators specializing in the areas of advanced technologies and services.
The Logicalis Group is a division of Datatec Limited, listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, with revenues of over $4.1 billion.
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The ZeroSum Market First Report is the automotive industry's first source to predict month-end vehicle movement, providing vital supply and demand trend data to automotive marketers and dealers. ZeroSum uses predictive modeling to accurately estimate new vehicle inventory, pricing trends, and market share.
This May, businesses are feeling the impact of lower consumer demand, factory shutdowns, and higher production costs. Even Carvana, one of America's largest used car retailers, felt the impact as their stock prices plummeted 90% since November. This is largely due to preparing for much higher demand levels than needed. In China, COVID lockdowns have slowed production for many manufacturers, leading to continued supply pressure. With rising raw material costs, Toyota warned that prices could take 20% off full-year profits. Due to inflation rates and rising gas prices, OEMs like Hyundai and Volkswagen are beginning to ramp up production of EVs as customers shift their focus.
ZeroSum's Take: What You Need to Know
As new vehicle inventory remains constant, and prices for both new and used cars begin to level off, dealers are continuing to benefit from high levels of profit. However, consumers have finally hit the limit on what they are willing to pay. For dealers, this is a critical tipping point because they will need to accelerate turn rates on both new and used inventory to maintain profits and earn more inventory to sell.
Here are your key takeaways:
This month, there are 1.95% fewer used vehicles on the ground than at the end of April while new vehicle inventory remains relatively consistent. On average, a used car now costs almost as much as a new car did a year ago.
- Adjust your business model. In our last report, we talked about the stabilization of new car inventory levels being the new normal, and that remains true in May. Dealers will need to focus on used car marketing alongside new car marketing for business growth.
- Keep an eye on stabilizing prices. Be prepared to adjust your marketing as prices level off and consumer demand wanes. To maintain profit, the market pricing will have to be more strategic to meet demand.
- Be prepared for EV demand. Higher gas prices and long ordering waits are pushing consumers to purchase used electric vehicles at high prices.
To read the entire report and view supplemental charts, visit our website: https://www.zerosum.ai/blog/zerosum-market-first-report-2022-5
About ZeroSum
ZeroSum is a leader in software, marketing, and data. Powered by its SaaS platform, MarketAI, ZeroSum is simplifying and modernizing automotive marketing by leveraging artificial intelligence, data, and scaling ability to acquire new customers. ZeroSum is the first and only company that matches consumer demand with automotive data in real time. For more information, visit www.zerosum.ai.
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Juan Monteverde, founder and managing partner of the class action firm Monteverde & Associates PC (the "M&A Class Action Firm"), a national securities firm rated Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report and headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City, is investigating Evolent Health, Inc. (EVH), relating to its proposed merger with TPG Growth Iceman Parent, Inc., the parent entity of Implantable Provider Group, Inc., and TPG Growth V Iceman L.P. Click here for more information: https://www.monteverdelaw.com/case/evolent-health-inc. It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you.
We are a national class action securities litigation law firm that has recovered millions of dollars and is committed to protecting shareholders from corporate wrongdoing. We were listed in the Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. Our lawyers have significant experience litigating Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Class Actions. Mr. Monteverde is recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Securities Litigation in 2013, 2017-2019, an award given to less than 2.5% of attorneys in a particular field. He has also been selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2017-2021 Top Rated Lawyer. Our firm's recent successes include changing the law in a significant victory that lowered the standard of liability under Section 14(e) of the Exchange Act in the Ninth Circuit. Thereafter, our firm successfully preserved this victory by obtaining dismissal of a writ of certiorari as improvidently granted at the United States Supreme Court. Emulex Corp. v. Varjabedian, 139 S. Ct. 1407 (2019). Also, in 2019 we recovered or secured six cash common funds for shareholders in mergers & acquisitions class action cases.
If you own common stock in EVH and wish to obtain additional information and protect your investments free of charge, please visit our website or contact Juan E. Monteverde, Esq. either via e-mail at jmonteverde@monteverdelaw.com or by telephone at (212) 971-1341.
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Second warrant leads to more charges at same home
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Just because police have searched your home once doesn’t mean they won’t come back a second time.
Sarasota Police executed a search warrant at a home on 15th Street Wednesday morning. This is the second time a search warrant has been executed at this home in the last several months.
The last search warrant was conducted on April resulting in arrests and seizure of a firearm and illegal narcotics. The results were much the same the second time around.
Both search warrants were obtained by the Sarasota Police Department after complaints from residents in the area and numerous undercover drug buys over several weeks. Three people were arrested on Wednesday and are facing numerous charges.
Those charges range from everything to trafficking of controlled substances, trafficking in cocaine, tampering with evidence and probation violations. Two of the individuals inside the home, Rodney L. Austin and Jason L. Austin Jr.
Rashad L. Fields, 30, of Sarasota, was also arrested on Wednesday. Officers discovered 96.1 grams of Crack Cocaine, 65.1 grams of Marijuana and $2,645 in U.S. currency.
All three men were arrested and taken to the Sarasota County Jail. This case remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with any information is asked to call the Sarasota Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 941-263-6070.
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Showcase Cinema de Lux Warwick on Quaker Lane Now Features Re-Imagined Lobby & Concession Area, XPLUS Laser Premium Large Format Auditorium, and Fully Powered Recliners Throughout; Theater to Host Community Day on May 21 with $5 Tickets All Day
NORWOOD, Mass., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Showcase Cinemas, a world leader in the motion picture exhibition industry, today announced the completion of a multi-million-dollar renovation to its landmark Showcase Cinemas de Lux Warwick on Quaker Lane. To celebrate its new features, Showcase is inviting the public to come to the Cinema on Saturday, May 21 to experience the updates in person with $5 movie tickets, activities, music and more!
New Features at Showcase Cinema de Lux Warwick
In addition to the XPlus Laser Premium Large Format Auditorium unveiled in February, the cinema now also offers a re-imagined lobby bar and concession area, plus all-reserved and fully powered recliners, providing the ultimate movie-going experience.
Guests to Showcase Cinema de Lux Warwick on Quaker Lane will now enjoy a new state-of-the-art box office along with a brand-new concession and hot foods center. New offerings include Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs, Uno Express Pizzas, Pretzel Depot Hand-Rolled Pretzels, Starbucks Coffee and an array of tempting offers including sweet and savory Gourmet Popcorn and over 40 candy varieties. The new lobby also offers a fleet of Coca-Cola Freestyle machines and ICEE Frozen Beverages. In addition, the lobby bar features hand-crafted cocktails on tap, premium spirits, and craft beers that can be enjoyed in the auditorium or in the comfy lounge seating area. Guests can pre-order concessions via the Showcase App and retrieve them upon arrival at the Xpress Pick Up station.
"With all of these new updates, we are thrilled to offer the Warwick community the best movie-going experience possible, and look forward to inviting customers and guests to experience all of the new features themselves during our Community Day on May 21," said Mark Malinowski, VP of Global Marketing, Showcase Cinemas. "The new XPlus Laser Premium Large Format auditorium with laser projection and Dolby Atmos sound has already proven to be extremely popular with our guests, and we're excited to have completed this project in advance of the release of highly-anticipated films like 'Downton Abbey: A New Era' and 'Top Gun: Maverick,' plus many more coming this summer."
"Community Day" on May 21 at Showcase Cinema de Lux Warwick
On Saturday, May 21, Showcase Cinema de Lux Warwick on Quaker Lane is celebrating these exciting updates by inviting customers and the community to experience the new offerings with a day filled with games, food, film and fun.
All day on the 21st, guests can purchase tickets for $5 to all screenings including XPlus, with the exception of The Metropolitan Opera. Tickets must be reserved in advance at (https://www.showcasecinemas.com/showtimes/showcase-cinemas-warwick-quaker-lane). The event is open to adults and children alike, as family-friendly activities will include face painting, airbrush tattoos and balloon twisting from 10am – 6pm. Food sampling and special concessions will be offered throughout the day. Adding to the fun atmosphere, DJs from PRO-FM, LITE 105 FM, and HOT 106.3 FM will also be on site throughout the day, playing music, taking photos with fans, and giving out prizes to lucky winners.
The cinema will continue to offer customers its popular Starpass loyalty program providing 10% rewards back for virtually every purchase, along with its Popcorn Club for children. The theater has also introduced new weekly programming including Bargain Tuesdays, Senior Wednesdays, and Student Thursdays (Starpass members only). Starpass members receive additional ticketing discounts for Bargain Tuesdays and Senior Wednesdays. Corporate events and Open Caption screenings are also available.
For nearly 40 years, Showcase Cinema de Lux Warwick on Quaker Lane has been at the center of the Warwick and greater Providence community. Through the years, the theater has hosted local movie premieres, sponsored the Cumulus Radio High School Team of the Week program and supported numerous local causes and events.
For more information and to purchase movie tickets, visit https://www.showcasecinemas.com/showtimes/showcase-cinemas-warwick-quaker-lane.
About Showcase Cinemas
Showcase Cinemas is a world leader in the motion picture exhibition industry, operating more than 810 movie screens in the U.S., U.K., Argentina and Brazil under the Showcase, Cinema de Lux, SuperLux and UCI brands. With 22 theater locations in the United States, Showcase Cinemas delivers the finest entertainment experience, offering the best in viewing, comfort and dining. For more information about Showcase Cinemas please visit our website at www.showcasecinemas.com.
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PROVIDENCE, R.I., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EpiVax, Inc. ("EpiVax") announces the publication "Evaluation of a Human T Cell-Targeted Multi-Epitope Vaccine for Q Fever in Animal Models of Coxiella burnetii Immunity" in Frontiers in Immunology, a collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital's ("MGH") Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center, the Oxford Vaccine Group, Colorado State University, and Innatoss Laboratories B.V. The work was supported by the US Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), under contract HDTRA1-15-C-0020, for which MGH was the prime contractor.
Q Fever is a zoonotic disease caused by Coxiella burnetii bacterial infection. In addition to acute cases, a small but significant number of patients will develop a chronic infection with serious health risks such as endocarditis. This study is an important proof of concept for a new type of vaccine that has the potential to reduce hospitalization and severe outcomes.
Importantly, this study documents vaccine-immunogenicity in mouse and macaque models. The broad immune response to the vaccine candidate in the macaque model is an exciting finding that study authors hope to replicate in human trials.
The study also challenges the status quo of pursuing sterilizing immunity as an efficacy end-point for vaccine-challenge studies-particularly for a T cell-driven vaccine. Researchers focused on a robust, disease-limiting cellular (T cell) immune response to induce infection-clearing protection, markedly different from the traditional vaccine development goal of provoking an infection-blocking humoral (antibody) response.
On the potential for this new candidate, Ann Sluder, Associate Director of the Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center at MGH and lead author, said "The one existing Q fever vaccine, composed of inactivated bacteria, can cause severe reactions in some individuals and is approved for use only in Australia. The novel T cell-targeted vaccine is designed to stimulate disease-preventing immunity in humans while also avoiding the acute reactions that have prevented wider approval of the inactivated vaccine."
Researchers aim to work closely with regulatory agencies to develop a preclinical testing plan suitable for a T cell-driven vaccine candidate. Advancing to human trials would be an important milestone for T cell vaccine technology.
EpiVax is a biotechnology company with expertise in T cell epitope prediction, immune modulation, and rapid vaccine design. EpiVax's immunogenicity screening toolkits for therapeutics and vaccines, are employed in advancing the research of a global roster of companies.
For more information, visit www.epivax.com.
Katie Porter, Business Development Manager
EpiVax
kporter@epivax.com
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- Upon authorization, Nuvaxovid™ would be the first protein-based option for adolescents aged 12 through 17 in Europe
- Nuvaxovid™ demonstrated 80% efficacy and was generally well-tolerated in adolescents
GAITHERSBURG, Md., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, today announced that the Nuvaxovid™ (NVX-CoV2373) COVID-19 vaccine has been recommended for expanded conditional marketing authorization (CMA) in the European Union (EU) for adolescents aged 12 through 17. The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency based its opinion on results from the Phase 3 PREVENT-19 clinical trial.
"This recommendation brings us closer to offering adolescents in the EU the first protein-based COVID-19 vaccine developed using an innovative approach to traditional technology," said Stanley C. Erck, President and Chief Executive Officer, Novavax.
The CHMP recommendation was based on data from the ongoing pediatric expansion of PREVENT-19, a pivotal Phase 3 trial of 2,247 adolescents aged 12 through 17 across 73 sites in the U.S., to evaluate the safety, effectiveness (immunogenicity), and efficacy of Nuvaxovid. In the trial, Nuvaxovid achieved its primary effectiveness endpoint and demonstrated 80% clinical efficacy overall at a time when the Delta variant was the predominant circulating SARS-CoV-2 strain in the U.S.
Preliminary safety data from the trial showed the vaccine to be generally well-tolerated. Serious and severe adverse events were low in number and balanced between vaccine and placebo groups, and not considered related to the vaccine. Local and systemic reactogenicity was generally lower than or similar to adults, after the first and second dose. The most common adverse reactions observed were injection site tenderness/pain, headache, myalgia, fatigue, and malaise. There was no increase in reactogenicity in younger (12 to <15 years old) adolescents compared to older (15 to <18 years old) adolescents. Fever was seen more frequently in adolescents than in adults. These effects are usually mild or moderate and improve within a few days from the vaccination.
The European Commission (EC) granted CMA for Nuvaxovid to prevent COVID-19 in people 18 years of age and over in December 2021.
In the 12 through 17 year-old population, emergency use authorization has been granted in India.
The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine (NVX-CoV2373) has not yet been authorized for use in the U.S. and the trade name Nuvaxovid™ has not yet been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
- Nuvaxovid is contraindicated in persons who have a hypersensitivity to the active substance, or to any of the excipients.
- Events of anaphylaxis have been reported with administration of COVID-19 vaccines. Appropriate medical treatment and supervision should be available in case of an anaphylactic reaction following the administration of the vaccine. Close observation for at least 15 minutes is recommended and a second dose of the vaccine should not be given to those who have experienced anaphylaxis to the first dose of Nuvaxovid.
- Anxiety-related reactions, including vasovagal reactions (syncope), hyperventilation, or stress‐related reactions may occur in association with vaccination as a psychogenic response to the needle injection. It is important that precautions are in place to avoid injury from fainting.
- Vaccination should be postponed in individuals suffering from an acute severe febrile illness or acute infection. The presence of a minor infection and/or low-grade fever should not delay vaccination.
- Nuvaxovid should be given with caution in individuals receiving anticoagulant therapy or those with thrombocytopenia or any coagulation disorder (such as haemophilia) because bleeding or bruising may occur following an intramuscular administration in these individuals.
- The efficacy of Nuvaxovid may be lower in immunosuppressed individuals.
- Administration of Nuvaxovid in pregnancy should only be considered when the potential benefits outweigh any potential risks for the mother and foetus.
- The effects with Nuvaxovid may temporarily affect the ability to drive or use machines.
- Individuals may not be fully protected until seven days after their second dose. As with all vaccines, vaccination with Nuvaxovid may not protect all vaccine recipients.
- The most common adverse reactions observed during clinical studies were headache, nausea or vomiting, myalgia, arthralgia, injection site tenderness/pain, fatigue, and malaise.
For additional information on Nuvaxovid, please visit the following websites:
NVX-CoV2373 is a protein-based vaccine engineered from the genetic sequence of the first strain of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. The vaccine was created using Novavax' recombinant nanoparticle technology to generate antigen derived from the coronavirus spike (S) protein and is formulated with Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies. NVX-CoV2373 contains purified protein antigen and can neither replicate, nor can it cause COVID-19.
The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is packaged as a ready-to-use liquid formulation in a vial containing ten doses. The vaccination regimen calls for two 0.5 ml doses (5 mcg antigen and 50 mcg Matrix-M adjuvant) given intramuscularly 21 days apart. The vaccine is stored at 2°- 8° Celsius, enabling the use of existing vaccine supply and cold chain channels. Use of the vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations.
Novavax has established partnerships for the manufacture, commercialization and distribution of NVX-CoV2373 worldwide. Existing authorizations leverage Novavax' manufacturing partnership with Serum Institute of India, the world's largest vaccine manufacturer by volume. They will later be supplemented with data from additional manufacturing sites throughout Novavax' global supply chain.
NVX-CoV2373 continues being evaluated in two pivotal Phase 3 trials.
PREVENT-19 (the PRE-fusion protein subunit Vaccine Efficacy Novavax Trial | COVID-19) is a 2:1 randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded trial to evaluate the efficacy, safety and immunogenicity of NVX-CoV2373 with Matrix-M adjuvant in 29,960 participants 18 years of age and over in 119 locations in the U.S. and Mexico. The primary endpoint for PREVENT-19 was the first occurrence of PCR-confirmed symptomatic (mild, moderate or severe) COVID-19 with onset at least seven days after the second dose in serologically negative (to SARS-CoV-2) adult participants at baseline. The statistical success criterion included a lower bound of 95% CI >30%. A secondary endpoint was the prevention of PCR-confirmed, symptomatic moderate or severe COVID-19. Both endpoints were assessed at least seven days after the second study vaccination in volunteers who had not been previously infected with SARS-CoV-2. In the trial, NVX-CoV2373 achieved 90.4% efficacy overall. It was generally well-tolerated and elicited a robust antibody response after the second dose in both studies. Full results of the trial were published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM).
The pediatric expansion of PREVENT-19 is a 2:1 randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded trial to evaluate the safety, effectiveness, and efficacy of NVX-CoV2373 with Matrix-M adjuvant in 2,247 adolescent participants 12 to 17 years of age in 73 locations in the United States, compared with placebo. In the pediatric trial, NVX-CoV2373 achieved its primary effectiveness endpoint (non-inferiority of the neutralizing antibody response compared to young adult participants 18 through 25 years of age from PREVENT-19) and demonstrated 80% efficacy overall at a time when the Delta variant of concern was the predominant circulating strain in the U.S. Additionally, immune responses were about two-to-three-fold higher in adolescents than in adults against all variants studied.
PREVENT-19 is being conducted with support from the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health at HHS. BARDA is providing up to $1.75 billion under a Department of Defense agreement (# MCDC2011-001).
Additionally, a trial conducted in the U.K. with 14,039 participants aged 18 years and over was designed as a randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded study and achieved overall efficacy of 89.7%. The primary endpoint was based on the first occurrence of PCR-confirmed symptomatic (mild, moderate or severe) COVID-19 with onset at least seven days after the second study vaccination in serologically negative (to SARS-CoV-2) adult participants at baseline. Full results of the trial were published in NEJM.
Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant has demonstrated a potent and well-tolerated effect by stimulating the entry of antigen-presenting cells into the injection site and enhancing antigen presentation in local lymph nodes, boosting immune response.
Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) is a biotechnology company that promotes improved health globally through the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. The company's proprietary recombinant technology platform harnesses the power and speed of genetic engineering to efficiently produce highly immunogenic nanoparticles designed to address urgent global health needs. NVX-CoV2373, the company's COVID-19 vaccine, has received conditional authorization from multiple regulatory authorities globally, including the European Commission and the World Health Organization. The vaccine is currently under review by multiple regulatory agencies worldwide and will soon be under review in the U.S. for use in adults, adolescents and as a booster. In addition to its COVID-19 vaccine, Novavax is also currently evaluating a COVID-seasonal influenza combination vaccine candidate in a Phase 1/2 clinical trial, which combines NVX-CoV2373 and NanoFlu*, its quadrivalent influenza investigational vaccine candidate, and is also evaluating an Omicron strain-based vaccine (NVX-CoV2515) as well as a bivalent Omicron-based / original strain-based vaccine. These vaccine candidates incorporate Novavax' proprietary saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies.
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*NanoFlu identifies a recombinant hemagglutinin (HA) protein nanoparticle influenza vaccine candidate produced by Novavax. This investigational candidate was evaluated during a controlled phase 3 trial conducted during the 2019-2020 influenza season.
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You may know William Jackson Harper from shows such as HBO’s “Love Life” and Netflix’s “The Good Place” but what you may not have known was how he wanted to quit acting. The actor stated that he had been beaten up enough before he landed on “The Good Place” and thought it would have been a relief to leave the industry before landing the Netflix series.
Harper touched on his new thriller mystery show “The Resort,” where he plays the character Noah to help solve a fifteen year mystery. The cast and crew trecked it down to a lovely resort and at times through a sketchy jungle down in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic for filming.
The show is not only a thriller mystery but it is also a coming of age love story and about a love that is matured, the disappointment of time and nostalgia. The first three episodes of “The Resort” drop tomorrow on Peacock.
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Commitment to educating future generations about personal finance among core beliefs at Wealth Management Solutions LLC, a registered investment advisory firm.
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wealth Management Solutions LLC recently sponsored two financial literacy events called "Foundations in Personal Finance" for the Newport Beach community. And, as a sponsor of the Ramsey Education Program, the firm works with two local schools to bring personal finance education to students.
Through these events and the education program, young people (and their families) learn about:
- Fundamentals of finance: budgeting, saving, investing
- How to design a financial future with goals and objectives in mind
"Although it's a personal finance course, it's about so much more than money. … It expedites their financial success by giving them the tools and confidence they need to manage their money successfully when they graduate. At the end of the day, isn't that what we want for today's youth?"
— Richard Riva, founder and partner at Wealth Management Solutions
About: Wealth Management Solutions LLC has been a trusted financial services firm in the Newport Beach area since 2003. For more information, contact (949) 475-9700 or info@wms-llc.com.
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Bradley Cooper shares how Will Arnett helped him get sober
Bradley Cooper is opening up about his past drug and alcohol abuse and shared who helped him through some tough times.
Cooper said when he was feeling lost and dealing with addiction early in his career, it was fellow actor Will Arnett who helped him recover.
During a conversation on Arnett's podcast "Smartless," which he co-hosts with Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes, Cooper talked about sharing an apartment with Arnett years ago. He said he lacked confidence and would try to mimic Arnett's type of humor while socializing.
It didn't always go over well.
"Will was like, 'Hey man, do you remember we had dinner the other night? How do you think that went?'" Cooper said. "I remember being at the dinner thinking I was so funny, and I thought these two guys who were my heroes thought that I was so funny. I was like 'I thought it was great. I thought I was killing.' Will Arnett was like, 'You were a real a**hole, man. You were a real a**hole.'"
Arnett also told him to take his dogs out to use the bathroom.
Cooper said: "That was the first time I ever realized I had a problem with drugs and alcohol. The guy that I think is doing mean humor is telling me the truth and it changed my entire life."
He continued: "I was so lost, and I was addicted to cocaine. Will took that risk of having that hard conversation with me in, like, July of 2004 and that put me on a path of deciding to change my life. It truly was Will Arnett. He is the reason."
Through therapy and becoming a father to his daughter, Lea, with ex-girlfriend Irina Shayk, Cooper said he has stayed sober.
"Everything changed," he said. "Every single thing is absolutely shaded by or brought out in glorious colors by the fact that I get to be a father to a wonderful human being. It's just the absolute greatest thing."
Arnett said it has been a joy to see his friend living in recovery.
"It has been awesome seeing you in this place and seeing you comfortable, nothing has made me happier," Arnett said. "It's made me happy to see you so happy with who you are."
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Two men are facing charges after two Cobb County, Georgia, sheriff's deputies were fatally shot Thursday while serving an arrest warrant.
The men, Christopher Golden and Christopher Cook, made their first appearances at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center Friday and were charged. Neither has been assigned an attorney yet.
Golden was charged with two counts of aggravated assault on a police officer and two counts of murder in connection to the fatal shooting of Deputies Marshall Ervin Jr. and Jonathan Koleski.
Cobb County Sheriff Craig D. Owens previously called the killings an ambush.
Cook faces the original theft by deception charges listed on the warrant the officers were executing, according to Cobb County Police Department Chief Stuart VanHoozer, whose department is investigating the officer-involved shootings. Cook has not been charged in connection with the shooting.
In a news conference Friday, VanHoozer said the Cobb County Sheriff's Office was attempting to serve an arrest warrant at a residence in Marietta Thursday. Marietta is about 30 minutes northwest of Atlanta.
While serving the warrant, the two deputies attempted to take Cook into custody in the driveway.
"While they were doing that, they were confronted by an individual inside the home with a weapon," VanHoozer said. Both deputies gave that individual "clear verbal commands" to drop the weapon but he did not, the chief said.
"At that point, there was an exchange of gunfire between the subject and the deputies. Both deputies were struck by gunfire, and both deputies succumbed to their wounds."
VanHoozer identified the armed individual in the home who shot the deputies as Golden. Both Golden and Cook surrendered to police after a "brief standoff" inside the home, authorities said.
"Last night was a horrible night for us here in Cobb County," Owens, the sheriff, said during the news conference. "We lost two great deputies."
Ervin, 38, was married with two children, and Koleski, 42, was also married, according to Owens. Ervin joined the department in 2012 and Koleski joined in 2007, the sheriff's office said on Twitter.
They were "outstanding men -- men of character and integrity" who were loved by their family and their children, the sheriff added.
The investigation is still in early stages, VanHoozer said, and investigators will go through bodycam video, testimonial evidence and physical evidence.
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Texas to send busloads of undocumented immigrants to the US Capitol, Gov. Greg Abbott says
By Amir Vera and Amy Simonson, CNN
Texas will send busloads of undocumented immigrants to the steps of the US Capitol, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Wednesday, in response to the Biden administration ending a pandemic-era health order that effectively blocked migrants from entering the US.
Former President Donald Trump implemented the order, known as Title 42, at the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. His administration said the order was to help prevent the spread of the virus across the US’ borders with Mexico and Canada, but public health officials, at the time, suspected political motivations.
The Biden administration announced last week the order would end on May 23.
“To help local officials whose communities are being overwhelmed by hordes of illegal immigrants who are being dropped off by the administration, Texas is providing charter buses to send these illegal immigrants who have been dropped off by the Biden Administration to Washington, DC,” Abbott said during a news conference Wednesday along the US-Mexico border in Weslaco, Texas.
The state has assembled a pool of up to 900 buses for the operation, according to Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd, who joined the governor Wednesday.
A migrant who has been processed and released by the Department of Homeland Security “must volunteer to be transported and show documentation from DHS” in order to board a bus or flight, according to a news release from the governor’s office.
Abbott, who is up for reelection this year, has been a vocal critic of President Joe Biden’s White House, pinning an increase in migrants on its immigration policies, though there were spikes during Trump’s administration as well. This latest effort by the governor is part of a string of initiatives in the last year to limit undocumented migrants entering the US from Mexico and to police the border.
When Title 42 ends, the federal government is planning for up to 18,000 illegal immigrants crossing the border each day, as a worst-case scenario, Abbott noted.
“That’s more than a half a million illegal immigrants every single month from more than 150 different countries across the globe,” the governor said. “That’s far beyond what Homeland Security Secretary Johnson said was a crisis. It is unprecedented and dangerous.”
The head of US Border Patrol told CNN last month that he’s getting ready for as many as 8,000 people to be apprehended daily this spring. Deteriorating conditions in Latin America, worsened by the pandemic, are among the reasons for the migrations.
Also on Wednesday, Abbott signed what he called a “zero-tolerance policy” for unsafe vehicles used to smuggle migrants across the border and said that it will be implemented immediately. The governor claims the policy is a byproduct of cartel crossings at the border and noted there may be more stopping of traffic from Mexico into Texas for vehicle inspections.
In March 2021, Abbott launched “Operation Lone Star,” citing a crisis at the US southern border. The operation leaned on resources from the Texas Department of Public Safety and Texas National Guard to police the border. The operation at one point swelled to more than 10,000 service members.
As Abbott has deployed thousands of personnel to the US-Mexico border, the operation has been slammed as overtly political and a waste of resources by Democratic lawmakers and even some of the National Guard members participating in the mission.
Other Abbott initiatives have included plans to build a border wall.
The busing and unsafe vehicle policies will be added to Operation Lone Star, and Abbott said more directives will be announced next week.
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Police Chief with Kansas ties arrested for child abuse, battery in Wabaunsee Co.
WABAUNSEE CO., Kan. (WIBW) - Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s Chief of Police is facing child abuse and battery charges following his arrest in Wabaunsee Co.
According to the Wabaunsee Co. Sheriff’s Office, John Philip Caviness of Alva, Oklahoma, was arrested Sunday, July 31st for child abuse, aggravated battery, battery and resisting arrest.
Caviness was booked into the Wabaunsee Co. Jail and has since bonded out.
Northwestern Oklahoma State University announced Caviness as the new Campus Police Chief on May 2, 2022.
According to his bio, Caviness spent nine years with the Alva (Okla.) Police Dept. before accepting his current position.
The bio states that Caviness graduated from the Topeka Police Academy in 2001, and then worked for several years as a deputy for the Jackson Co. Sheriff’s Office.
Caviness graduated from Northwest Oklahoma State University in 1998.
The circumstances around his arrest were not immediately available. 13 NEWS has reached out the Wabaunsee Co. Sheriff’s Office and Northwestern Oklahoma State University for comment and are awaiting their response.
Wabaunsee Co. Attorney Tim Liesmann told 13 NEWS that Caviness’ first court appearance has been set for August 30, 2022.
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HOUSTON, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- McDermott International welcomed key customers aboard its newly converted Amazon vessel for a christening ceremony in the port of Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
As part of McDermott's global deepwater subsea strategy, the vessel has undergone a sophisticated conversion. The upgraded specifications enable highly automated operations, the production of hex joints from single or double joints using an onboard multi-joint facility and a pipe hold capacity of 10,000 metric tons. Its increased level of automation also enables a significant reduction in the crew numbers required to safely perform pipelay operations.
"Customers around the world are looking to this game changing vessel to deliver their ultra-deepwater projects," said Mahesh Swaminathan, Senior Vice President, Subsea and Floating Facilities. "The world-class pipeline system, installation versatility and advanced technology behind the upgrade significantly elevates its ability to efficiently deliver safe, quality-driven results."
The vessel is designed to be self-sufficient, allowing easy transition from project to project and providing pull through opportunities for the rest of the McDermott subsea fleet.
McDermott is a premier, fully-integrated provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry. Our customers trust our technology-driven approach engineered to responsibly harness and transform global energy resources into the products the world needs. From concept to commissioning, McDermott's innovative expertise and capabilities advance the next generation of global energy infrastructure—empowering a brighter, more sustainable future for us all. Operating in over 54 countries, McDermott's locally-focused and globally-integrated resources include more than 30,000 employees, a diversified fleet of specialty marine construction vessels and fabrication facilities around the world. To learn more, visit www.mcdermott.com.
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations headed to Africa on Wednesday, saying she was going to focus on how the United States can help Uganda, Ghana and Cape Verde deal with the food crisis that has hit the continent particularly hard — not to compete with China and Russia.
Linda Thomas-Greenfield said the long-planned trip is not part of global competition with either of America’s rivals, but it is part of a series of high-level U.S. engagements “that aim to affirm and strengthen our partnerships and relationships with African leaders and peoples.”
Her trip from Aug. 4-7 will be followed immediately by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visits to South Africa, Congo and Rwanda from Aug. 7-11. It also comes on the heels of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s visit last week to Egypt, Ethiopia, Uganda and the Republic of Congo where he accused the U.S. and European countries of driving up food prices.
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi began 2022 with a four-day visit to Eritrea, Kenya and the Comoros, keeping a 32-year tradition that the country’s top diplomat make his first trip of the year to Africa.
“We’re not catching up. They are catching up,” Thomas-Greenfield said. “We have been engaging with this continent for decades, and even my own career is very much evidence of that.”
Thomas-Greenfield first went to Africa as a student in the 1970s, and in her career as a U.S. diplomat she rose to be assistant secretary of state for African affairs from 2013 to 2017.
She said high energy prices, climate change, COVID-19 and increasing conflict have pushed millions of Africans “to the brink,” and that Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24 has added to the crisis, “especially since some countries in Africa once got up to 75% of their wheat from Russia and Ukraine.”
The U.S. ambassador said the three countries she is visiting — Uganda first followed by Ghana and Cape Verde — all face serious food security situations because of the significant rise in the cost of food and energy. But she said Ghana has been a leader in dealing with it and she will be visiting a market, meeting farmers and going to a grain factory in the country “to see how we can help them improve on their production.”
In an interview and at a news conference ahead of her three-nation visit, Thomas-Greenfield said her trip happens to come on the heels of Lavrov’s visit.
Refusing to call Russia’s invasion of Ukraine a war, Lavrov said: “The situation in Ukraine did additionally negatively affect food markets, but not due to the Russian special operation, rather due to the absolutely inadequate reaction of the West, which announced sanctions.”
Thomas-Greenfield countered: “Russia is there to defend what they know they have to defend — that they took actions that are hurting Africans, and they’re trying to somehow defend their actions and blame somebody else for the impact that their actions are having on the African continent.”
“They can try to do that. But my question to them is, how are you helping Africans to address the food insecurity issue, not whom you’re blaming for the food insecurity issues,” she said. “We’re there to help Africans address those issues. Russia can deal with its own problems.”
As for China, while its trade with Africa last year was dramatically higher than U.S. trade, Thomas-Greenfield said “if you look at our figures, and how far back our engagement has been with the Africans, then we really are far above those numbers.”
“As you look at what China’s doing in Africa, you need to look at the debt trap that African countries, many of them, have faced because of those relationships with China,” she said.
China has become one of the biggest lenders to developing countries through its Belt and Road initiative to expand trade by building ports, railways and other infrastructure across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Europe.
Wang, China’s foreign minister, insisted during his visit to Kenya in January that there is no “debt trap.”
“The so-called `debt trap’ in Africa is not a fact, but a malicious hype-up,” he said. “It is an ‘utterance trap’ created by those external forces that do not want to see Africa accelerate development. If there is any `trap’ in Africa, it is the `poverty trap.’”
Thomas-Greenfield said the U.S. is “not telling African countries they can’t engage with China.”
“What we are engaged in is vision for economic development that promotes democracy and that promotes respect for human rights and transparency and strengthening the capacity for Africans to create jobs for their own citizens,” she said. “We respect the ability of countries to decide for themselves whether they want to partner with China or not.” | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/us-envoy-africa-trip-isnt-to-compete-with-russia-china/ | 2022-08-04T13:07:47Z |
WASHINGTON, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA's Minority University Education and Research Program (MUREP) Innovation and Tech Transfer Idea Competition (MITTIC), a Shark Tank-style competition for students at minority-serving institutions, is officially included in the 2022 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU) Scholar Recognition Program. The program is part of a White House initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity.
MITTIC is a customized, condensed version of NASA's MUREP idea competition, which began with a 2021 scholar cohort. The competition, referred to as Mini MITTIC, challenges teams of HBCU scholars to develop selected NASA ideas for potential uses in the commercial space industry.
"Mini MITTIC offers an amazing opportunity for students to gain real-life work experiences," said Misti Moore, MUREP lead and MITTIC activity manager at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. "By formalizing this NASA offering for HBCU scholars, we are able to help individuals from underrepresented communities explore their entrepreneurial interests using NASA's technology portfolio while working toward a common goal of discovering commercialization opportunities."
NASA has participated in the White House initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity since inception of student programming in 2014. However, Mini MITTIC establishes a formal program that includes NASA in the offerings provided to scholars.
By incorporating Mini MITTIC into the HBCU Scholar Recognition Program, NASA can better reach and encourage students at minority-serving institutions to participate in NASA missions, as well as research and development activities, while also diversifying the American STEM workforce pipeline.
NASA's MITTIC team and subject matter experts will work over the summer to introduce 86 scholars representing 56 HBCUs to NASA's entrepreneurial opportunities so they can develop business proposals. The university teams will pitch their final product in a forum to the MITTIC team. The top three teams will be selected to present their ideas in September during the National HBCU Week Conference in Washington.
MUREP is administered through NASA's Office of STEM Engagement. MUREP investments enhance the research, academic, and technology capabilities of minority-serving institutions through multiyear cooperative agreements. In addition, awards provide NASA-specific knowledge and skills to learners who have historically been underrepresented and underserved in science, technology, engineering, and math.
NASA's Technology Transfer Program, managed by the agency's Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD), ensures that the innovations developed for exploration and discovery are broadly available to the public, maximizing the benefit to the nation.
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NEW YORK, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Missfresh Limited ("Missfresh" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MF) and certain of its officers, on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired Missfresh securities pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus (collectively, the "Registration Statement") issued in connection with Missfresh's June 2021 initial public offering (the "IPO"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/mf.
This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the Securities Act of 1933 (the "Securities Act").
The Complaint alleges the Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements that misrepresented and failed to disclose the following adverse facts pertaining to the Company's business, operational and financial results. Specifically, the Registration Statement contained false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company provided false financial figures in its Registration Statement; (2) the Company would need to amend its financial figures; (3) the Company, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times and negligently prepared.
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HOUSTON, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Service Corporation International (NYSE: SCI) announced it expects to issue a press release with financial results for the first quarter 2022 on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. A conference call will be hosted by SCI Management on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. Details of the conference call are as follows:
About Service Corporation International
Service Corporation International (NYSE: SCI), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is North America's leading provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services, as well as final-arrangement planning in advance, serving more than 600,000 families each year. Our diversified portfolio of brands provides families and individuals a full range of choices to meet their needs, from simple cremations to full life celebrations and personalized remembrances. Our Dignity Memorial® brand is the name families turn to for professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail that is second to none. At March 31, 2022, we owned and operated 1,467 funeral service locations and 488 cemeteries (of which 300 are combination locations) in 44 states, eight Canadian provinces, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. For more information about Service Corporation International, please visit our website at www.sci-corp.com. For more information about Dignity Memorial®, please visit www.dignitymemorial.com.
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PropTech leader offers market insights and forecasts growth potential
LOS ANGELES and CAMARILLO, Calif., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rently, the leader in self-touring and smart home technology, will address smart home technology deployment in the rental housing market at the 2022 National Rental Housing Conference (NRHC) taking place in Washington, D.C. on May 23-25.
Founded in 2011, Rently is a proven proptech innovator serving the entire rental housing market by offering secure, self-touring solutions and cost-effective smart home technology. To date, Rently has completed more than 16 million self-guided tours and deployed smart home technology nationwide.
"Rently is excited to support the deployment of smart home technology to the rental housing market," said Rently CEO, Merrick Lackner. "For more than a decade, we have partnered with single family operators nationwide to enhance property management and create premier resident amenities. We are pleased to support NRHC's ongoing efforts to expand high quality rental living experiences and look forward to sharing our enthusiasm about smart home technology with the industry at NRHC 2022."
Merrick Lackner, Rently's CEO, will participate in a panel discussion entitled, "Prop Tech and Its Application & Implementation in Single Family Rental (SFR) and Build-to-Rent (BFR) Communities" (May 24 at 4:40pm). Andre Sanchez, Rently's COO will participate in a panel entitled, "Future of SFR and BTR: What Will We Be Talking About Next Year?" (May 25 at 10:45am).
For more information, visit https://conference.rentalhomecouncil.org/
About Rently
Rently is the leader in self-touring and smart home technology. We offer best-in-class proptech solutions for the rental housing industry. We combine top-tier hardware with an innovative software platform that allows real estate operators to optimize their leasing efficiency and expand revenue opportunities. rently.com
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ATLANTA, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) today announced the appointment of John F. Wilson to the Board of Directors of the Company effective April 26, 2022.
Wilson is the Vice Chairman of Rollins, Inc. and has previously served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Rollins. Prior to that role he served as Vice President, and then President, of Orkin, LLC. In addition to his new role as a Marine Products Corporation director, he is currently a director at Rollins, Inc. and is concurrently joining the Board of RPC, Inc. He will bring extensive operational, management, and leadership experience to the Marine Products Corporation Board of Directors. Mr. Wilson will serve as a Class II director.
Richard A. Hubbell, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated "We are pleased to welcome John to our Board. He is an accomplished leader that will bring strategic insights to Marine Products Corporation."
Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) 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. For more information on Marine Products Corporation visit our website at MarineProductsCorp.com.
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ALBANY — The Albany Recreation & Parks Department will host its 2022 Summer Youth Workshop on July 23 at the Lockett Station Community Center.
The workshop is free and open to participants 7 to 17 years of age.
Workshop activities are curated to focus on the importance of education, respecting others, staying out of trouble, college preparation, and lifestyle improvements. The department’s goal is to provide youth participants with the tools they need to make positive decisions and motivate them to build a brighter future, city officials said.
Workshops such as this are beneficial for both children and their parents, as they assist in trust-building and encourage open communication.
Recreation Supervisor Tee Taylor is the coordinator of the 2022 Summer Youth Workshop. Taylor has been giving back to the community and uplifting members of the Good Life City for 24 years as a member of Albany Recreation & Parks. When planning each program, Taylor said she strives to create a safe environment where all participants can feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences.
The 2022 Summer Youth Workshop activities will be guided by Ho-Chi M. Lumpkin Sr., intake officer/chief probation officer for the Dougherty County Juvenile Court.
Attendees can look forward to interactive activities and special guests that will help them learn more about the topics being discussed. The public is encouraged to join Recreation & Parks for this exciting opportunity.
Parents can register their child with ease by using ARPD’s online registration platform at arpd.recdesk.com!
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Man grows out hair to donate wig to his mom
GILBERT, Ariz. (3TV/CBS 5/Gray News) – Matt Shaha, 27, grew out his hair for two years to donate and make it into a wig for his mom who was undergoing radiation treatments.
Melanie Shaha was diagnosed with a benign tumor on her pituitary gland in 2003.
“Your pituitary is in the middle of your head, and it sends a signal for things to work in your body,” she told Arizona’s Family. “It’s not cancer, it’s a benign tumor, but it’s in the wrong place. And it smashes important things and can cause a lot of trouble, so you can’t let it stay.”
She underwent two surgeries to remove the tumor between 2003 and 2006, but it returned in 2017 and doctors recommended radiation treatments.
Melanie Shaha lost all her hair about three months later, including her eyebrows and eyelashes. The doctor told her the radiation killed her pituitary, so her hair would not come back.
“I don’t mind being sick, but I do mind looking sick,” she said.
Matt Shaha was home from college when he decided he would let his hair grow long enough to donate.
“I was at dinner with my parents, and someone made the comment that my hair was starting to get a little long and I jokingly said, ‘Oh maybe I’ll just keep growing it for a week for you.’ And then it clicked. And I was like, ‘Why don’t I?’” he said.
Matt Shaha’s strawberry blond locks match his mother’s hair perfectly. It grew to be a foot long before they decided to cut and send it to Compassionate Creations to form into a wig designed just for his mom.
“I was not expecting that to be as emotional as it was. It kind of started out as a fun little project between me and my mom, but as soon as the hair was long enough and we cut it, it was like, ‘This is real,’” he said.
“I barely kept it together, but it’s meant the world. It turned out so much better than I thought it would.”
His mom said she was charmed and moved by her son’s compassion.
The wig came in the mail three months later, and Melanie Shaha said she feels like herself again.
“It’s fabulous. I mean, obviously, it’s fabulous. To be such a gift of love, to feel like I look beautiful. It’s really great,” she said. “It’s a miracle, and it’s soft, and it’s beautiful, and it’s real hair, and it’s his hair.”
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Expands Mental Health Treatment Program To Reach Statewide Residents
MALVERN, Pa. , July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At a time when mental health issues are on the rise around the United States across all ages and demographic groups, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) at Devon is stepping up to meet the increased need for mental health services by opening a new, larger Mental Health Outpatient Treatment Center in neighboring Malvern, Pa. that can assist patients all over Pennsylvania.
As lead providers in drug and alcohol addiction treatment, RCA's clinicians are experienced at treating mental health disorders for patients both with and without a substance use disorder. They have seen, as the number of cases continue to rise, that there is an immediate need for services statewide – especially in young adults who don't have access to available mental health treatment programs.
"Many people, especially young people, are suffering in silence right now but are unable to access treatment for their mental health conditions," said RCA at Devon and Malvern CEO Steve Wicke. "We have been treating mental health as a primary diagnosis at Devon, but we outgrew our facility. The new, larger RCA Malvern Outpatient Center will enable us to expand our services statewide and help many more people who are struggling. There's clearly a growing need in this state for mental health treatment, a need that has been exacerbated by the pandemic and we are committed to helping as many Pennsylvanians as we can."
RCA Outpatient at Malvern's expanded mental health treatment program is available now to individuals across Pennsylvania who have a mental health condition as a primary diagnosis. Care is available either in person, virtually, or as a hybrid option. (Outpatient care for those WITH substance use disorders, as always, is available in a separate program.) RCA clinicians provide evidence-based care for bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and other mental illnesses including eating disorders. Treatment is affordable to patients and families because it is offered in network with many private insurers, in the same way that RCA substance use disorder treatment is provided on an affordable in-network basis.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, there are an estimated 44 million Americans suffering from some type of mental illness.
"We can really make a difference in people's lives with the expansion of our mental health services. There are not enough practitioners or treatment programs right now both nationally and statewide so people who need immediate mental health treatment often wait months for psychiatric appointments. Our outpatient program can immediately assist those whose lives are being impacted by mental illness," said Dr. Peter Vernig, RCA's Vice President of Mental Health Services.
Vernig further emphasized that the RCA Outpatient Mental Health Program was designed to enable patients to access treatment when and where they need it even if they change physical locations. For example, a college student who entered treatment this summer as an in-person patient at the Malvern Center could access treatment through virtual programming in the fall or spring semester when they return to a Pennsylvania college.
For those Pennsylvania residents living in the Philadelphia area who prefer in person care, the newly renovated 2800 sq. ft. Malvern facility, at 49 East Lancaster Avenue, provides mental health treatment programs with varying levels of intensity, available during both day and evening hours, and utilizing an expert staff. For patients who need mental health outpatient treatment and are not located close to Malvern, RCA's structured mental health treatment program is accessible virtually.
RCA also offers pharmacogenomic or PGx testing for patients who take medication for their mental illness and are experiencing adverse effects or no change in their symptoms. PGx testing can assist doctors in finding the right medications and right dosage based on a patient's DNA. For more information on PGx testing, visit https://genetworx.com/services/pharmacogenomic-testing/ or see this video.
As with RCA's substance use disorder programming, the Malvern Center will also provide family programming that is crucial to lasting treatment success. Both RCA at Devon and RCA at Monroeville (near Pittsburgh) also offer inpatient substance use disorder programs that also treat co-occurring mental health conditions. RCA has the Joint Commission's National Quality Approval for mental health and substance use disorder treatment.
For immediate care for either mental health primary outpatient services or substance use disorder treatment, call 1-800—RECOVERY.
Recovery Centers of America is dedicated to helping patients achieve a life of recovery through evidence-based alcohol and drug addiction treatment and mental health care. RCA has ten inpatient substance use disorder treatment facilities in the United States in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Indiana, and Illinois. RCA also has outpatient programs near all inpatient facilities and alongside medications for addiction (MAT) treatment programs in New Jersey (including Somerdale, Camden County, Trenton, and Woodbridge) and Pennsylvania (Lansdowne), as well as telehealth treatment services. Patients can obtain immediate substance use disorder care by calling 1-800-RECOVERY.
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In Jan. 6 cases, 1 judge stands out as the toughest punisher
An Ohio couple climbed through a broken window of the U.S. Capitol and livestreamed a video of themselves inside. A Texas mortgage broker posed for a selfie in front of rioters breaching the building. An Indiana hair salon owner celebrated on Facebook a day after she joined the pro-Donald Trump mob.
Federal prosecutors did not seek prison time for any of them after they pleaded guilty to petty offenses for their actions on Jan. 6, 2021.
The judge had other ideas.
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan put them all behind bars, describing it as the appropriate punishment for their participation in the riot that halted the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory, sent lawmakers running for their lives and left dozens of police officers beaten and bloodied.
As the number of people sentenced for crimes in the insurrection nears 200, an Associated Press analysis of sentencing data shows that some judges are divided over how to punish the rioters, particularly for the low-level misdemeanors arising from the attack.
“We’re asking judges to do what they think is right, and they don’t agree on what’s right,” said Greg Hunter, a lawyer defending several Jan. 6 defendants.
A House committee that held it first public hearing on Thursday cast a wide net in its investigation of the insurrection, examining how President Trump and his allies tried to undermine the election results. So far, the Justice Department’s criminal investigation has focused primarily on the hundreds of Trump supporters who broke through police barricades, shattered windows, attacked officers and stormed into the Capitol.
Chutkan, a former assistant public defender who was nominated to the bench by President Barack Obama, has consistently taken the hardest line against Jan. 6 defendants of any judge serving on Washington’s federal trial court, which is handling the more than 800 cases brought so far in the largest prosecution in Justice Department history.
Chutkan has handed out tougher sentences than the department was seeking in seven cases, matched its requests in four others and sent all 11 riot defendants who have come before her behind bars. In the four cases in which prosecutors did not seek jail time, Chutkan gave terms ranging from 14 days to 45 days.
Overall, the 20 judges who have sentenced riot defendants have given lighter sentences than prosecutors were seeking in nearly three-fourths of the cases. The judges have exceeded prosecutors’ recommendation for about only 10% of the defendants, according to AP’s analysis.
Most judges — appointed by presidents of both political parties — have gone easier on defendants than prosecutors wanted in most or all of their cases so far. While some judges have sentenced few Jan. 6 defendants, no other judge besides Chutkan has exceeded prosecutors’ recommended punishment in most of the cases assigned to them.
“Depending on the judge you get, the same facts could get you anything from probation to months in jail,” said Hunter, the defense lawyer. “When you can literally look at who the judge is, who has been assigned to a case, and know that every defendant is going to get more time or less time because of the judge they drew ... that doesn’t promote respect for the law,” he added.
In one case, two friends from Indiana, Dona Sue Bissey and Anna Morgan-Lloyd, both pleaded guilty to the same misdemeanor offense for engaging in essentially the same conduct inside the Capitol. Prosecutors did not seek jail time for either, noting their lack of a criminal record.
Chutkan sentenced Bissey to 14 days in jail. A different judge sentenced Bissey’s friend to probation.
While Judge Royce Lamberth did not send Morgan-Lloyd to jail, he has also been among the toughest judges on defendants. In one case, Lamberth, who was nominated by President Ronald Reagan, gave a Pennsylvania man two months behind bars for a misdemeanor when prosecutors were seeking only two weeks.
More than 300 people have pleaded guilty in connection with the insurrection to crimes ranging from misdemeanors to felony seditious conspiracy. Five others have been convicted at trial. A judge decided two other cases without a jury, acquitting one defendant and partially acquitting the other.
The Jan. 6 cases pose a unique challenge for judges in that even though the riot was unlike anything the country has seen before, hundreds of people were charged only with misdemeanors such as illegal entry that typically do not land first-time offenders behind bars.
Some judges have criticized prosecutors for what they see as disparities in prosecutors’ charging decisions across the cases and their recommendations for punishment. Chief Judge Beryl Howell, an Obama nominee, has sharply questioned whether prosecutors are letting some rioters off too easy with misdemeanor plea deals even as they describe the insurrection as an attack on democracy.
To be sure, every case and defendant is different. Also, judges must weigh a slew of factors, including the seriousness of the crime, the person’s criminal history, whether the defendant admitted guilt and showed remorse and what sentences similarly situated defendants have received in order to avoid unwarranted disparities.
In the case of a Maryland man who sprayed a fire extinguisher at officers defending the Capitol, prosecutors sought more than four years in prison.
But Judge Randolph Moss sentenced Matthew Ryan Miller to less than three years, noting that the man was just 22 years old on Jan. 6, 2021, was intoxicated when he stormed the Capitol and has shown remorse.
Before handing down the punishment, Moss said he believes judges have done a good job at ensuring the punishments are consistent while also weighing the individual factors of each case.
“When one looks at these sentencing decisions that have been made by this court across many judges, it’s remarkable how consistent sentencing has been,” said Moss, an Obama nominee. “When I see differences, I’m able to go back through the record and look at it and understand the basis for those differences.”
In case after case, Chutkan has expressed her belief that prison can be a powerful deterrent against the threat of another insurrection.
“Every day we’re hearing about reports of anti-democratic factions of people plotting violence, the potential threat of violence, in 2024,” she said before sentencing a Florida man who attacked police officers to more than five years behind bars — the longest sentence so far in the attack.
“It has to be made clear that trying to violently overthrow the government, trying to stop the peaceful transition of power and assaulting law enforcement officers in that effort is going to be met with absolutely certain punishment,” she said.
Of the more than 190 defendants sentenced so far, about 20 admitted to felony charges, including nine who assaulted police officers. The rest pleaded guilty to misdemeanors punishable by no more than one year imprisonment. Prosecutors recommended prison terms in more than 70% of the cases. Judges have agreed to prison in about 45% of them, with terms ranging from nine days to more than five years.
In one case, prosecutors sought a month in prison for California bartender Kevin Cordon, who pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor. Judge Trevor McFadden, who was nominated by Trump, said jail time was not appropriate given his lack of criminal record.
“In my experience as a judge and former prosecutor, it’s almost unheard of for someone who is essentially a first-time offender to get jail time for a nonviolent misdemeanor,” McFadden said. “I think it’s important that I’m consistent in sentencing, not only compared with other judges in Jan. 6 cases but also with an eye to how misdemeanors are handled more generally outside of this politically fraught event.”
McFadden has condemned the Jan. 6 riot as a “national embarrassment,” while also suggesting that the Justice Department was being too hard on those who broke into the Capitol compared with the people arrested during racial injustice protests following George Floyd’s 2020 murder.
Without naming her colleague, Chutkan slammed McFadden’s suggestion days later.
“People gathered all over the country last year to protest the violent murder by the police of an unarmed man. Some of those protesters became violent,” Chutkan said during an October hearing.
“But to compare the actions of people protesting, mostly peacefully, for civil rights, to those of a violent mob seeking to overthrow the lawfully elected government is a false equivalency and ignores a very real danger that the Jan. 6 riot posed to the foundation of our democracy.”
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Kunzelman reported from College Park, Maryland, and Richer from Boston.
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Georgia DA investigating Trump’s election interference will look into fake Electoral College certifications
By Sara Murray and Jason Morris, CNN
The Atlanta-area district attorney who’s investigating former President Donald Trump‘s efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election said her office will look into the fake Electoral College certifications that Trump backers put forward in Georgia.
“We’re going to look at anything connected with interference with the 2020 election,” Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis said in an interview Monday with CNN’s Anderson Cooper. “I’ve allowed that to be a broad scope, not just the (former) President’s phone call that you played there but other things that indicate that there may have been interference with that election, to include fake electorates.”
Willis added: “That is of interest to my office.”
Federal prosecutors are also looking into the scheme in which allies created fake certificates declaring Trump’s victory in a handful of states and sent them to the National Archives.
“I don’t plan on specifically coordinating with the Department of Justice,” Willis said. “What their investigation would be is obviously election fraud that may have occurred anyplace in this great country. Mine is much smaller — a big investigation, but much smaller. I am only looking into election interference in the state of Georgia and, more specifically, things that they asked for around that call that occurred in my county, Fulton County.”
A special grand jury was seated in Willis’ investigation Monday. She declined to provide the names of witnesses she plans to subpoena to testify but said more than 50 people have declined to talk to her investigators voluntarily. “And so what we plan to do is to start serving them with subpoenas,” Willis said.
She also said she has been in periodic communication with Trump’s lawyers about where her investigation stands.
“I have been in conversations with them recently, and I anticipate that we will have further conversations over the next few days,” she said.
Hours after the grand jury was selected under heightened scrutiny, Willis provided more details on the racist blowback she has faced as she oversees the Trump investigation.
“I can tell you that in recent days I’ve turned up on White supremacist pages often with my face and very derogatory names,” Willis said. “Those kind of things bring great concern to the security that has to protect us.”
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US sets up Afghan relief fund with frozen central bank money
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. and Swiss governments and Afghan economics experts said Wednesday they will transfer $3.5 billion in frozen funds from Afghanistan’s central bank to use for the country’s people as hunger grips every province there.
Notably, the Taliban government will not be a part of the new Afghan Fund, which will maintain its account with the Bank for International Settlements in Switzerland.
In the interim, Afghanistan’s central bank, which in February had $7 billion in frozen funds, “must demonstrate that it has the expertise, capacity, and independence to responsibly perform the duties of a central bank,” the U.S. Treasury and State departments said Wednesday in a joint statement. “Robust safeguards have been put in place to prevent the funds from being used for illicit activity.”
International funding to Afghanistan was suspended and billions of dollars of the country’s assets abroad, mostly in the United States, were frozen after the Taliban took control of the country in August 2021 following the U.S. military’s withdrawal.
In February, President Joe Biden issued an executive order that called for banks to provide $3.5 billion of the frozen money to a trust fund for distribution through humanitarian groups for Afghan relief and basic needs.
The other $3.5 billion will stay in the U.S. to finance payments from lawsuits by U.S. victims of terrorism that are still working their way through the courts, prompted by claims brought by family members of people killed on Sept 11, 2001.
“The Afghan Fund will help mitigate the economic challenges facing Afghanistan while protecting and preserving $3.5 billion in reserves from Da Afghanistan Bank (DAB), Afghanistan’s central bank, for the benefit of the people of Afghanistan,” Treasury Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo said.
He said the Taliban’s “repression and economic mismanagement” had exacerbated longstanding economic challenges for Afghanistan that had made the return of the funds untenable.
Human Rights Watch said in August that Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis cannot be effectively addressed unless the U.S. and other governments ease restrictions on the country’s banking sector to allow economic activity and humanitarian aid.
Nearly half the Afghan population — 18.9 million people — is estimated to be acutely food insecure between June and November 2022, the World Food Programme said. All 34 provinces in the country are facing some level of crisis or emergency levels of acute food insecurity.
Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said the people of Afghanistan are facing humanitarian and economic crises born of “decades of conflict, severe drought, COVID-19, and endemic corruption.”
“Today, the United States and its partners take an important, concrete step forward in ensuring that additional resources can be brought to bear to reduce suffering and improve economic stability for the people of Afghanistan while continuing to hold the Taliban accountable,” Sherman said.
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Missouri congresswoman wants Russian visas denied for UN General Assembly
Rep. Ann Wagner (R-Mo.) says “Russia has forfeited their right to be treated as a responsible member of the international community” because of the Ukraine invasion.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - “They took away our peace and our safe, but they will never took away our freedom.”
Speaking from Kyiv, Ukraine, Katerina Krivenko explains the chaos she’s experienced in the past seven months since Russia invaded her country. “We are ready to act,” says Krivenko. “We are ready to support each other. We don’t stop.”
As a speech therapist for Smile Train, an organization that works globally with children with cleft lips and palates, Katerina says her work is what brings her a sense of normalcy.
While Russia’s attack on Ukraine continues to threaten the livelihoods of Ukrainians, Missouri Congresswoman Ann Wagner is calling on the U.S. State Department to take further action.
“As far as I’m concerned, Russia has forfeited their right to be treated as a responsible member of the international community,” said Wagner.
As Vice Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs and House Financial Services Committees, Wagner sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken on August 31.
In it, she asks Blinken to deny any top Russian officials a visa to the United States to attend the 77th session of the UN General Assembly in New York City.
“I believe that we need to punish Putin and Russia for the brutality of their unprovoked invasion and their war crimes against a sovereign country and people in the Ukraine,” said Wagner.
Wagner says her request “falls back on the Foreign Relations Act of 1990.” In her letter to Sec. Blinken, she says that act in fact requires denying the visas.
The event runs from September 13th to the 22nd with heads of states and government leaders from around the world meeting at the UN to talk about shared global priorities.
The Gray Washington News Bureau did reach out to the State Department for this report, a spokesperson said the department doesn’t comment on communications with Congress.
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of its common stock, payable on October 28, 2022 to holders of record on September 30, 2022. In addition, the Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $12.50 per share of its 5.00% Series B Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock, payable on October 15, 2022 to holders of record on September 30, 2022.
ABOUT DANAHER
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping its customers solve complex challenges and improving quality of life around the world. Its family of world class brands has leadership positions in the demanding and attractive health care, environmental and applied end-markets. With more than 20 operating companies, Danaher's globally diverse team of approximately 80,000 associates is united by a common culture and operating system, the Danaher Business System, and its Shared Purpose, Helping Realize Life's Potential. For more information, please visit www.danaher.com.
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The utility is working to replace 50% of its over-the-road fleet with clean fuels by 2025 and operate 100% zero-emissions fleet by 2035
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) today announced it is working with Ford Motor Company on a demonstration project to reduce commercial fleet emissions by developing a F-550 Super Duty Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Truck. This collaboration is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) SuperTruck 3 program, which aims to significantly reduce emissions in medium and heavy-duty trucks. The utility's participation is another step toward its ASPIRE 2045 sustainability goals by working to replace 50% of its over-the-road fleet with clean fuel vehicles by 2025 and operate a 100% zero-emission fleet by 2035.
Ford will provide SoCalGas with a F-550 Super Duty Truck to evaluate the prototype truck's performance under real-world conditions. SoCalGas was chosen to evaluate how the truck can meet the rigorous demands of utility work and because of its climate and geographical location. The demonstration project will also include a temporary hydrogen refueling station at SoCalGas' Bakersfield facility. The truck is expected to deploy in 2025.
This project represents a unique opportunity to decarbonize large fleets like utilities that require long ranges, fast refueling, onboard power needs, and 24/7 emergency response.
"The companies that drive our economy and especially our transportation sector must collaborate on developing innovative technologies as we make the transition to a cleaner tomorrow," said State Senator Josh Newman. "This groundbreaking project will not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector, but it also offers promise toward tackling America's current energy challenges."
"Ford's strategy to reduce carbon emissions across the globe includes investigating multiple technologies that will help us achieve these goals across a broad spectrum of applications," said Jim Buczkowski, executive director, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering. "For our wide spectrum of Ford Pro customers, there are application gaps that battery electric vehicles just can't fulfill yet, so we're looking at hydrogen fuel cells to power larger, heavier commercial vehicles while still delivering zero tailpipe emissions."
"We are honored to work with Ford on their strategy to help reduce emissions," said Neil Navin, vice president of clean energy innovations at SoCalGas. "This project is a critical step toward finding real-world solutions to decarbonize heavy duty transportation such as our utility fleet with Ford's H2 Fuel Cell Electric F-550."
SoCalGas will continue to work with partners on research, development, and demonstration projects in the areas of clean fuels, hydrogen technology, and infrastructure.
Already, SoCalGas' fleet includes 50 hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (HFCEVs), making the company among the first utilities in the nation to start transitioning to hydrogen-powered vehicles. More recently, SoCalGas announced plans to install 1,500 electric vehicle chargers at 67 company facilities by end of 2024. Currently, a third of SoCalGas' over-the-road fleet operates on clean fuels.
In May the company won the "Leading Private Fleet" Award at the 2022 ACT Expo, North America's largest advanced transportation and clean fleet event. The award recognizes leadership that goes above and beyond what is required to achieve sustainability in a company's fleet operations.
And earlier this year, SoCalGas announced a proposal to develop Angeles Link, a green hydrogen energy infrastructure system that could deliver clean, reliable energy to the Los Angeles basin to provide a path to decarbonize sectors that require clean fuels and cannot currently be electrified, including heavy-duty transportation.
SoCalGas has more than 10 active hydrogen pilot projects as part of its commitment to being the cleanest, safest, and most innovative energy company in the country. More information about SoCalGas' hydrogen innovation can be found at http://socalgas.com/hydrogen.
About SoCalGas
Headquartered in Los Angeles, SoCalGas® is the largest gas distribution utility in the United States. SoCalGas delivers affordable, reliable, and increasingly renewable gas service to 21.8 million consumers across 24,000 square miles of Central and Southern California. Gas delivered through the company's pipelines will continue to play a key role in California's clean energy transition—providing electric grid reliability and supporting wind and solar energy deployment.
SoCalGas' mission is to build the cleanest, safest and most innovative energy company in America. In support of that mission, SoCalGas aspires to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in its operations and delivery of energy by 2045 and to replacing 20 percent of its traditional natural gas supply to core customers with renewable natural gas (RNG) by 2030. Renewable natural gas is made from waste created by landfills, and wastewater treatment plants. SoCalGas is also committed to investing in its gas delivery infrastructure while keeping bills affordable for customers. SoCalGas is a subsidiary of Sempra (NYSE: SRE), an energy services holding company based in San Diego.
For more information visit socalgas.com/newsroom or connect with SoCalGas on Twitter (@SoCalGas), Instagram (@SoCalGas) and Facebook.
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Factors, among others, that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statement include risks and uncertainties relating to: decisions, investigations, regulations, issuances or revocations of permits and other authorizations, renewals of franchises, and other actions by (i) the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), U.S. Department of Energy, and other regulatory and governmental bodies and (ii) the U.S. and states, counties, cities and other jurisdictions therein in which we do business; the success of business development efforts and construction projects, including risks in (i) completing construction projects or other transactions on schedule and budget, (ii) realizing anticipated benefits from any of these efforts if completed, and (iii) obtaining the consent or approval of partners or other third parties, including governmental and regulatory bodies; civil and criminal litigation, regulatory inquiries, investigations, arbitrations and other proceedings, including those related to the natural gas leak at the Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility; changes to laws and regulations; cybersecurity threats, including by state and state-sponsored actors, to the energy grid, storage and pipeline infrastructure, information and systems used to operate our businesses, and confidentiality of our proprietary information and personal information of our customers and employees, including ransomware attacks on our systems and the systems of third-parties with which we conduct business, all of which have become more pronounced due to recent geopolitical events and other uncertainties, such as the war in Ukraine; failure of our counterparties to honor their contracts and commitments; actions by credit rating agencies to downgrade our credit ratings or to place those ratings on negative outlook and our ability to borrow on favorable terms and meet our debt service obligations; the impact of energy and climate policies, laws, rules and disclosures, as well as related goals and actions of companies in our industry, including actions to reduce or eliminate reliance on natural gas generally and any deterioration of or increased uncertainty in the political or regulatory environment for California natural gas distribution companies and the risk of nonrecovery for stranded assets; the pace of the development and adoption of new technologies in the energy sector, including those designed to support governmental and private party energy and climate goals, and our ability to timely and economically incorporate them into our business; weather, natural disasters, pandemics, accidents, equipment failures, explosions, acts of terrorism, information system outages or other events that disrupt our operations, damage our facilities and systems, cause the release of harmful materials, cause fires or subject us to liability for damages, fines and penalties, some of which may be disputed or not covered by insurers, may not be recoverable through regulatory mechanisms or may impact our ability to obtain satisfactory levels of affordable
insurance; inflationary and interest rate pressures, volatility in commodity prices, our ability to effectively hedge these risks, and their impact, as applicable, on our cost of capital and the affordability of customer rates; the availability of natural gas and natural gas storage capacity, including disruptions caused by limitations on the withdrawal of natural gas from storage facilities; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on capital projects, regulatory approvals and the execution of our operations; changes in tax and trade policies, laws and regulations, including tariffs, revisions to international trade agreements and sanctions, such as those that have been imposed and that may be imposed in the future in connection with the war in Ukraine, which may increase our costs, reduce our competitiveness, impact our ability to do business with certain counterparties, or impair our ability to resolve trade disputes; and other uncertainties, some of which are difficult to predict and beyond our control.
These risks and uncertainties are further discussed in the reports that the company has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These reports are available through the EDGAR system free-of-charge on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov, and on Sempra's website, www.sempra.com. Investors should not rely unduly on any forward-looking statements.
Sempra Infrastructure, Sempra Texas, Sempra Mexico, Sempra Texas Utilities, Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC (Oncor) and Infraestructura Energética Nova, S.A.P.I. de C.V. (IEnova) are not the same companies as the California utilities, San Diego Gas & Electric Company or Southern California Gas Company, and Sempra Infrastructure, Sempra Texas, Sempra Mexico, Sempra Texas Utilities, Oncor and IEnova are not regulated by the CPUC.
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Firm promotes John Tanner, P.E., to Vice President and Director of Land Development and Peter Minegar, AICP, to Vice President and Office Executive for Temecula, California, office
PITTSBURGH, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, announced today a pair of new leadership roles within the firm's Western Region. John Tanner, P.E., has been named Vice President and Director of Land Development. In this role, he will support the continued expansion and growth of Michael Baker's Land Development practice in the Western Region. Additionally, Peter Minegar, AICP, has been promoted to Vice President and Office Executive for Michael Baker's Temecula, California, office. He will lead the Temecula team's growth and client engagement efforts while collaborating closely with colleagues across the Inland Empire and Western Region.
"During their time at Michael Baker, John and Peter have exemplified what it means to be a trusted partner to clients and colleagues alike," said Malcolm Dougherty – Western Regional Director at Michael Baker International. "I look forward to their continued success as they work to strengthen our company and revitalize our nation's infrastructure."
Mr. Tanner brings 28 years of experience, including 24 years with Michael Baker, to his new role as Director of Land Development. He previously served as Vice President and Office Executive for Michael Baker's Temecula, California, office, and since joining the firm in 1998, he served in roles of increasing responsibility including Land Development and Civil Engineering Department Manager and Office Manager – Temecula. Mr. Tanner began his engineering career in 1994 as an Assistant Traffic Engineer for the City of Campbell, California. He serves on the Board of Directors for both the Riverside and Baldy View Chapters of the Building Industry Association. Mr. Tanner holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from San Jose State University.
Mr. Minegar joined Michael Baker in 2014 and most recently served as Department Manager – Planning, a role in which he was responsible for leading the Planning and Environmental team in the firm's Temecula, Ontario and Palm Desert, California, offices. He also held additional roles including Project Manager – Planning, Assistant Project Manager – Planning and Environmental Associate. Mr. Minegar is a member of the American Planning Association and Association of Environmental Professionals. He holds of Master of Science degree in Environmental Management and Policy from the University of Denver and a Bachelor of Science in City and Regional Planning from California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services with Practices that encompass all facets of infrastructure, including design, civil engineering, planning, architecture, environmental, construction and program management. For more than 80 years, the company has been a trusted partner to commercial clients, all branches of the military and federal, state and municipal governments, providing comprehensive services and solutions. Embracing emerging technologies and the latest innovations – like intelligent transportation and design-build project delivery, Michael Baker is an industry leader that delivers expertise and quality. The firm's more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to Making a Difference for clients and communities through a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement while Reimagining Michael Baker to become a full-service engineering and consulting firm over the next five years. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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A brief look at the final round of the Masters
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler is the Masters champion, Rory McIlroy is the runner-up and other facts and figures from the final round at Augusta National.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler is the Masters champion, Rory McIlroy is the runner-up and other facts and figures from the final round at Augusta National. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/10/a-brief-look-at-the-final-round-of-the-masters/ | 2022-04-11T02:05:28Z |
Which Tula Skincare products at Sephora are best?
A member of Sephora’s “Clean Skincare” program, Tula Skincare hosts most of its products on the retailer’s website. Cleansers, moisturizers and treatments are a few of the many items available for purchase at Sephora in-store or online.
What is Tula Skincare?
Tula is a luxury skin care brand that focuses on skin wellness and was founded by a physician who kept this in mind while designing the brand. Dr. Roshini Raj is the founder of Tula and focuses her practice on finding the best ingredients for healthy skin. She found probiotics to be an essential element of good skin care products, and this is the base of Tula.
Superfoods are at the heart of every product by Tula. Named “clean” by Sephora, these products are held to European standards in cosmetics. The brand prides itself on transparency and trust in its scientific research to elevate skin care. All Tula products are made without harsh ingredients, such as parabens, sulfates, retinol or mineral oils.
How is Tula Skincare considered clinically effective?
Tula explains its clinical trials in great detail on its website, which is available to visit anytime. In short, however, the brand conducts extensive trials of each product during development. All products undergo screening for efficacy, safety, quality and value. If the product fails in any of these areas, it is reformulated until it is perfected for its intended use.
Consider before purchase
For your best results and your safety, review the ingredients list to avoid any natural ingredients that may trigger an allergy. While Tula prides itself on clean skin care, there are some superfoods that may be of concern to your allergy or sensitive skin. Conduct a patch test before use, and wait 24 hours before using more of the product to ensure a reaction doesn’t happen.
8 best Tula products at Sephora
Top Tula products at Sephora for oily skin
Tula Skincare The Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser
This lightweight gel formula was designed to target impurities in your pores and on top of your skin. Oil is removed from your skin upon application without stripping beneficial moisture from your skin. It effectively removes dirt and leaves you with clean pores and skin.
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Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying and pH Balancing Biodegradable Toner Pads
These toner pads will wipe away grime and oil both morning and night to reset your skin. The formula also restores your skin’s pH levels to enhance brightness and remove texture from your skin’s surface. It reduces the size of your pores and comes in a pack of 60 for a one-month supply. Wipes can be disposed of without worry of being an ecological hazard.
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Tula Skincare So Polished Exfoliating Sugar Scrub
Winner of the Allure “Best of Beauty” award in 2020, this facial scrub cleanses away dead and dry skin cells, revealing the bright, fresh skin beneath. Additionally, it also extracts dirt and oil. It ultimately prevents clogged pores and the potential for an acne breakout.
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Top Tula products at Sephora for dry skin
Tula Skincare Brightening Treatment Drops Triple Vitamin C Serum
This product bases treatment on the natural skin care properties found in vitamin C. Ideal for dry skin, the probiotics and vitamin C found in this formula keep the skin smooth and nourish the skin barrier.
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Tula Skincare Protect Plus Plump Firming and Hydrating Face Moisturizer
This product targets dryness, wrinkling and loss of firmness in your skin. Made with prebiotics, peptides and probiotic extracts, this moisturizer creates a hydrating barrier to keep skin from drying out.
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Tula Skincare 24/7 Moisture Hydrating Day and Night Cream
This moisturizer is nongreasy and keeps your skin hydrated all day. The formula is designed to restore dry skin, helping it become more supple and healthy. The prebiotic utilized in this cream is chicory root, which is adept at maintaining skin balance, moisturizing a drier complexion and helping it stay that way.
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Top Tula products at Sephora for mature skin
Tula Skincare Prime of Your Smoothing and Firming Treatment Primer
Prepare your skin for makeup application with this marine algae and amino acid formula. It hydrates and primes skin for layering products and improves skin health over time. Long-term benefits include improving firmness and elasticity as well as reducing wrinkles and dark spots. Vitamin C and hyaluronic acid are included in this lightweight cream formula.
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Tula Skincare Eye Recharge Plus Replenish Pro-Ferm Overnight Eye Cream with Bakuchiol and Peptides
Applied before bed around the eye, this cream is a blend of probiotics, green algae and peptides that eliminates dark circles and puffiness. Restore brightness under your eyes with healing bakuchiol that reduces the appearance of lines and evens out skin tone.
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1 Million Job Seekers Find Out What Former Employers Are Saying About Them
DETROIT, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JobReferences.com powered by Allison & Taylor, The Reference Checking Company recently achieved a major milestone in their 40-year history. Namely, surpassing 1 million job seekers wanting to find out what previous employers will say about them to prospective new employers.
More than a few of these job seekers had initially regarded their references as an afterthought, citing some of the following reasons. Unfortunately, all of these assumptions are frequently wrong.
- Only those references that they list will be contacted for a reference
- If a former supervisor is contacted, they will simply redirect the call to Human Resources per company policy
- Human Resources will only confirm employment dates and title as per company policy.
Here are 4 reasons why every job seeker should have their references checked:
- Your former employer may be violating appropriate reference policy. Reference-checking firm Allison & Taylor relates that 57% of all reference checks they conduct reveal some level of negativity. Such input is particularly characteristic of former bosses and supervisors. Even Human Resources - by stating that you are "not eligible for rehire" or that you left the company for "involuntary reasons" - can be toxic to your employment prospects.
- Your information may not match the HR records. Previous employers may have different employment start and end dates, position title, or a supervisor or manager listed other than what you have presented. This type of discrepancy may suggest to an employer that you are being less than truthful about your former position's title or responsibilities.
- Your record may have been omitted from the HR records entirely. This happens more often than people might think, especially in the case of mergers, where not all records make the transfer into a new system. It is also frequently the case with the self-employed; many companies do not hold records for a contractor in their HR system. It doesn't look favorable when an employer calls and is told that there is no record of your ever having worked there.
- Your reference contact may no longer work for the company. Many job seekers make the mistake of not staying in close contact with the person they intend to use for a reference. You need to be confident that your reference is still there to respond to inquiries. If the reference is no longer there, a reference checker may be shuffled though the system and end up with someone who doesn't know the former employee, or who won't cast them in a positive light.
Clearly, it is critical to ensure that your references don't ultimately become your career-enders, intentionally or unintentionally. Rather than experiencing lost job prospects, consider having a reference check(s) conducted to reveal what your former employer is actually saying about you. It will likely prove to be one of the soundest investments you will make in support of your career.
To find out what a former boss will tell a potential employer, call 1-800-890-5645 (toll-free USA/Canada), +1-248-672-4200 or visit one of these websites: https://www.allisontaylor.com/ or https://www.jobreferences.com/
About Allison & Taylor, The Reference Checking Company
Critical when seeking a job or promotion. Consider checking and validating your former employment references. Don't lose a promotion or job opportunity due to mediocre or bad job references.
JobReferences.com, powered by Allison & Taylor, The Reference Checking Company will call your former employer to obtain your references, document the results and provide a report to you.
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Barcelona: Spotify linked to Camp Nou for at least 12 years
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona’s general assembly has ratified an agreement with Spotify. The club called it the greatest sponsorship deal in its history and said the brand will be linked to the Camp Nou Stadium for at least 12 seasons. The agreement was approved by 89% of votes in Sunday’s general assembly. Spanish media said the partnership with the audio streaming company will give the club more than 400 million euros during its multi-year deal. The club said Spotify will be associated with the Camp Nou during the four seasons in which it will undergo renovation work as well as the following eight seasons. The stadium will be renamed Spotify Camp Nou. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/03/barcelona-spotify-linked-to-camp-nou-for-at-least-12-years/ | 2022-04-03T18:32:29Z |
SAN FRANCISCO, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Account-based marketing platform RollWorks, a division of NextRoll, continues to lead category market innovation and build on its momentum as a trusted partner for companies looking to accelerate revenue growth with ABM. After hitting a significant milestone with HubSpot, and launching partnerships with Drift and G2 to strengthen its platform capabilities, the company announced it has received 2022 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius in the ABM and Ad Serving & Retargeting categories.
RollWorks also received 15 leader awards in the G2 Spring Grid® Report and was named an Account-Based Leader for the seventh consecutive quarter and a Momentum Leader for the sixth consecutive quarter in G2's 2022 Winter Report.
TrustRadius
RollWorks received 2022 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius in both the ABM and Ad Serving & Retargeting categories. Since 2016, the TrustRadius Top Rated Awards have become the B2B's industry standard for unbiased recognition of technology products. TrustRadius uses a detailed criteria breakdown of the methodology and scoring to determine TopRated winners.
With a trScore of 7.9 out of 10, RollWorks is recognized by the TrustRadius community as a valuable player in the ABM software category. Comments from recent reviews of RollWorks on TrustRadius:
- "RollWorks also helps us with attribution of the marketing campaigns that are critical to driving performance throughout the funnel. We've had better insights and reporting than ever before." - CMO
- "RollWorks is far superior when it comes to its ABM advertising platform. The user-friendliness of it and the hyper-advanced reporting for playbooks is fantastic." - Digital Marketing Manager
G2
RollWorks averages 4.4 out of 5 stars in user reviews and has been consistently named a Leader by G2, a top industry destination where buyers go to read and write authentic reviews about software products and services. Comments from recent reviews of RollWorks on G2:
- "Rollworks account insights and audience segmentation helps us see who is engaging, on what topics, and where they are in our journey stage. We are able to easily track our target account lists and target with the appropriate ads." - Marketing Director
- "The platform is really easy to navigate, setting up campaigns is quick, the interface walks you through everything step by step. What I really appreciate is the journey funnel view...This is really helpful in knowing when to hand off a marketing lead to our SDR team." - Marketing Manager
In the G2 2022 Spring Grid Report, RollWorks received 15 leader awards across Account-based Advertising, Cross-Channel Advertising, Display Advertising, Marketing Account Intelligence, Market Intelligence, Retargeting, and Social Media Advertising categories. G2 Grid Reports are released quarterly, and rank products based on reviews gathered from its community, as well as data aggregated from online sources and social networks. Products in the Leader quadrant are "rated highly by G2 users and have substantial market presence scores."
RollWorks was also included in G2's Winter 2022 Report as an Account-Based Platform leader for the seventh consecutive quarter, a Momentum leader for the sixth consecutive quarter, and Highest User Adoption. The company received nine additional badges, including Easiest to Use Small Business and Highest User Adoption Mid-Market.
To learn more about RollWorks can help you streamline your own ABM operations and drive more revenue, visit www.rollworks.com.
About RollWorks
RollWorks, a division of NextRoll, offers ambitious B2B companies an account-based platform to align their marketing and sales teams and confidently grow revenue. Powered by proprietary data and machine learning, RollWorks' solutions address the needs of organizations large and small — from those with best-in-class ABM programs to those just beginning their exploration. By empowering teams to identify their target accounts and key buyers, reach those accounts across multiple channels, and measure program effectiveness in their system-of-record, RollWorks is an indispensable platform for marketers and sellers who believe that an account-based approach is just good business. To learn more visit www.rollworks.com.
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Ashley Judd and her family wanted the world to hear from them how Naomi Judd died.
The younger Judd appeared in an interview with Diane Sawyer, which aired on Thursday on "Good Morning America." She said her family had agreed that she share the cause of death of her mother.
"She used a weapon," Ashley Judd said. "A firearm. So that's the piece of information we are very uncomfortable sharing."
She and her sister Wynonna Judd announced on April 30 that they had lost their mother "to the disease of mental illness." She was 76.
Ashley Judd said she and her family wanted to shed light on mental illness, explaining that it is "important to make the distinction between the loved one and the disease."
Judd said the family reluctantly shared the cause of death before it became public in some other way. She also revealed that she was the one who discovered her mother, who had been outspoken about her battle with depression, after it happened.
"I have both grief and trauma from discovering her," said Judd, who began the interview by thanking everyone for the support she and her family have received in the wake of their grief.
The matriarch died the day before she and her daughter Wynonna, who made up the country music duo The Judds, were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Ashley Judd said her mother "couldn't hang on" to be recognized by her peers.
"That is the level of catastrophe of what was going on inside of her," Judd said. "Because the barrier between the regard in which they held her couldn't penetrate into her heart and the lie the disease told her was so convincing."
The Judd sisters attended the ceremony and honored their mother.
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Stand-up comic and television host W. Kamau Bell and Founders of American media company theSkimm, Danielle Weisberg and Carly Zakin, headlining the #1 Conference for Internal Communications & Employee Experience
NEW YORK , May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Many internal communications (IC) professionals are trying to figure out right now how to reconnect with their peers and re-energize for the future of work. So, this year, Staffbase, a leading provider of employee communications management platforms, is bringing its annual VOICES Conference live to New York, NY, on May 24-25, 2022. During this specially curated event, IC professionals can hear insights from celebrity speakers and internal comms leaders on digital transformation, storytelling, and DE&I. In addition, Staffbase customers ALDI Inc., Ausenco, CNN, EDA Contractors, Sky, and Walgreens Boots Alliance, will be sharing their internal communications best practices, tips, and stories.
Headlining the event is W. Kamau Bell, Stand-up Comedian, Author, Host, and Executive Producer of Emmy Award winning CNN docu-series United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell, who will speak about how to lead transformation through compelling storytelling. Additionally, Co-founders and Co-CEOs at theSkimm, Danielle Weisberg and Carly Zakin, will discuss how today's workforce wants to be more connected than ever and how this desire creates an open environment for an organization's leadership to engage with employees.
Staffbase's VOICES 2022 - The Great Reconnection, will kick off Tuesday afternoon, May 24th, with a special charitable activity. In partnership with charity organization Together We Rise, participants in this customer-exclusive event will pack back-to-school-bags for kids in foster care, making sure that they have all the essential school supplies regardless of where school is held. Following this will be an evening VOICES 2022 kickoff celebration. The event's inspiring educational sessions take place on Wednesday, May 25th and feature these additional thought leaders:
- Wema Hoover, former Google Global Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Ann Melinger & Jackie Berg, CEO at Brilliant Ink / Head of Research & Business Development at Brilliant Ink
Full event agenda, speaker list, and registration for VOICES New York are available here: https://voices.staffbase.com/us/
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VOICES first launched in 2019 and is now the #1 conference for internal communications and employee experience. This thought-provoking, insightful and educational event leaves attendees feeling invigorated, inspired, motivated and up-to-date with the most relevant internal communications trends and best practices.
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Staffbase is a high-growth, deeply experienced provider of employee communications management platforms for enterprise companies. The mobile compatibility of the company's platform allows employers to securely reach their employees everywhere with reduced complexity — whether in the office, at home, on the factory floor, or on the road. Staffbase solutions give employees greater access to the corporate information that's relevant to them, along with tools for the modern digital workplace, including existing intranets. With headquarters in Chemnitz, Germany, and offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Calgary, Cologne, Dresden, Helsinki, Kelowna, London, Melbourne, Montreal, Munich, New York City, and Vancouver, Staffbase provides branded solutions for more than 2,000 leading companies worldwide who are transforming their employee communications, including Adidas, Audi, Paulaner, Spark Power, UC Health, US LBM, and Vestas. Staffbase has received the 2021 Global Employee App Choice Award and 2022 Choice Award for Intranet and Employee Experience Platforms from ClearBox Consulting.
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CARMEL, Ind., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Baker Hill, the leading financial technology provider in delivering solutions for loan origination, risk management, and analytics, has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2022 honor by Indianapolis Star Top Workplaces.
The list of employers named to the prestigious list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection.
"We are thrilled to be distinguished as a Top Workplace in Central Indiana," said John Deignan, president and CEO of Baker Hill. "We know that our employees are our greatest asset and it's incredibly rewarding to see our focus on creating an engaging company culture translating into such a tangible accomplishment. To know that our associates are responsible for the results that lead to this recognition is gratifying for our entire organization."
Baker Hill was also named one of the 2021 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology. The annual survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best employers in the financial technology industry. Located in Carmel, Baker Hill has continued to grow rapidly over the last several years to meet the increasing market demand.
"During this very challenging time, Top Workplaces has proven to be a beacon of light for organizations, as well as a sign of resiliency and strong business performance," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. "When you give your employees a voice, you come together to navigate challenges and shape your path forward. Top Workplaces draw on real-time insights into what works best for their organization, so they can make informed decisions that have a positive impact on their people and their business."
Baker Hill provides state of the art lending and risk management solutions with unparalleled advisory support to both new and existing clients experiencing an increase in demand volume.
About Baker Hill
Baker Hill is the expert solution for loan origination, portfolio risk and relationship management, and analytics for financial institutions in the United States. The company delivers a single unified platform with modern solutions to streamline loan origination and portfolio risk management for commercial, small business and consumer lending. The Baker Hill NextGen® platform also delivers sophisticated analytics and marketing solutions that support sound business decisions to mitigate risk, generate growth and maximize profitability.
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Poste Italiane goes paperless with digital processes and back-office automation on the Appian Low-Code Platform
MILAN, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Appian (NASDAQ: APPN) congratulates Poste Italiane for winning the 2022 Appian Excellence in Low-Code Impact Award. This annual award recognizes an individual or team using Appian to drive significant transformation with measurable return-on-investment (ROI) within their organization. The "Digital Desk" application enables the Poste Italiane Customer Operations team to track and monitor all back-office processes to achieve continuous improvement, contain cost, and increase productivity through the Appian Low-Code Platform and robotic process automation (RPA).
Appian provides Poste Italiane with a solution that is easy to implement and quick to adopt with low impact on their existing application landscape. The Italian company has been working with Appian since 2018 to drastically reduce the cost of service and increase production efficiency with these results:
- Digitalization of more than 70% of back-office documents
- Decrease inheritance processing time from over 30 days to just eight days
- Improve case management efficiency by 70%
- Reduce credit declaration response times from 15 days to seven days.
"Digitizing Poste Italiane's processes and becoming paperless were the key drivers for a transformation that could support a new digital economy," said Mirko Mschiatti, Group Chief Digital, Technology, and Operating Officer at Poste Italiane. "Through our partnership with Appian, we have seen significant improvements in the way we do our business, reducing lead times by at least 25% and the pressure on resources by 45% in some parts of the business, while still achieving the same outcomes."
Poste Italiane has been an integral part of the Italian economy for 160 years in supporting the country's growth and modernization. In addition to distributing mail and parcels, the company also provides mobile and telco solutions payments, financial and insurance services. Listed on the Milan Stock Exchange since 2015, Poste Italiane holds approximately €586 billion in financial assets and serves 35 million customers with 121,000 employees in over 12,800 post offices in Italy.
Applications created on the Appian Low-Code Platform reduce the complexity of processing back-office paperwork by digitizing and optimizing workflows. With Appian, Poste Italiane's customer service agents can now conduct fraud analysis and case management using a single platform with an intuitive interface. Appian also has auditing capabilities that allow Poste Italiane to easily control and monitor its processes from start to finish, including activities automated with RPA.
"The Appian Low-Code Platform remains an essential solution for companies and organizations that want to digitize and improve their services," said Silvia Fossati, Area Vice President of Southern Europe at Appian. "We are proud that Poste Italiane has chosen Appian for their strategic digital transformation program and that this long-term strategic partnership has helped improve services for Italian citizens."
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Appian is the unified platform for change. We accelerate customers' businesses by discovering, designing, and automating their most important processes. The Appian Low-Code Platform combines the key capabilities needed to get work done faster, Process Mining + Workflow + Automation, in a unified low-code platform. Appian is open, enterprise-grade, and trusted by industry leaders. For more information, visit appian.com.
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- Registrational Phase 2 data demonstrate olutasidenib's potential as a market-leading, oral, mutant isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (mIDH1) inhibitor for the treatment of relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia
- FDA has accepted Forma's NDA for olutasidenib, with a PDUFA target action date of February 15, 2023
- Forma to receive an upfront payment of $2.0 million and is eligible to receive an additional $17.5 million upon the achievement of certain near-term regulatory, approval, and first commercial sale milestones, as well as potential future development and commercial milestone payments of $215.5 million and tiered royalties in the low-teens to mid-thirties
- If approved, olutasidenib would be Rigel's second commercial product in hematology-oncology and highly synergistic with Rigel's existing commercial and medical affairs infrastructure
- Rigel to host conference call today to discuss transaction details at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time and will be joined by Key Opinion Leader and olutasidenib Phase 2 trial investigator, Jorge E. Cortes, M.D.
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. and WATERTOWN, Mass., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RIGL) and Forma Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMTX) today announced that they have entered into an exclusive, worldwide license agreement to develop, manufacture and commercialize olutasidenib, an oral, small molecule inhibitor of mIDH1 being investigated for the treatment of relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (R/R AML) and other malignancies.
In a Phase 2 registrational study of olutasidenib in patients with mIDH1 R/R AML, olutasidenib demonstrated a robust composite complete remission rate and duration of response and was well-tolerated. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted Forma's New Drug Application (NDA) for olutasidenib. The Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) target action date is February 15, 2023.
"Olutasidenib is a potential market-leading treatment that we believe, based on the registrational Phase 2 data, can improve outcomes in patients with mIDH1+ relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia, and is a strategic fit for our business," said Raul Rodriguez, Rigel's president and CEO. "This transaction expands our hematology-oncology portfolio and enables us to leverage our strong commercial capabilities to provide a potential new therapy for these patients who remain underserved despite currently available therapies."
"The compelling efficacy and safety data generated to date highlight the potential for olutasidenib to transform the treatment of mIDH1+ R/R AML. The development and approval of olutasidenib, pending a favorable FDA decision, would represent an important milestone for Forma that highlights our R&D capabilities," said Frank Lee, Forma's president and CEO. "Given Rigel's focus on hematologic diseases and cancers and the strength of their commercial infrastructure, we believe they are well-positioned to execute on our shared objective of delivering olutasidenib to patients in need."
The registrational cohort of the open-label Phase 2 study evaluated olutasidenib as monotherapy in 153 mIDH1+ R/R AML patients. The primary efficacy-evaluable population of the cohort was comprised of 123 R/R AML patients, who received olutasidenib 150 mg twice daily at least six months prior to the interim analysis cutoff date of June 18, 2020 and had a centrally confirmed IDH1 mutation. The primary endpoint was a composite of a complete remission (CR) plus a complete remission with partial hematological recovery (CRh), defined as less than 5% blasts in the bone marrow, no evidence of disease, and partial recovery of peripheral blood counts (platelets >50,000/microliter and ANC >500/microliter).
Results from the interim analysis of the trial1 demonstrated a 33% CR+CRh in mIDH1+ R/R AML patients. Among those with CR+CRh, the estimated 18-month survival was 87% and the median duration of CR+CRh was not yet reached, with a more conservative sensitivity analysis indicating a median duration of 13.8 months. Importantly, these data provide compelling evidence of clinical efficacy with a durable response and a favorable tolerability profile, both of which we believe differentiates olutasidenib from other currently available treatment options for mIDH1+ R/R AML patients.
Olutasidenib was well-tolerated, with adverse events (AEs) being consistent with the late stage of disease and the heavily pre-treated population. A safety analysis for all 153 patients enrolled in the registrational Phase 2 study found the most common grade 3/4 (≥ 10%) treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs) were febrile neutropenia (20%), anemia (19%), thrombocytopenia (16%), and neutropenia (13%).
Updated data from the registrational study will be presented at an upcoming medical congress.
"The data from the Phase 2 registrational trial of olutasidenib demonstrated encouraging results, particularly on durability and survival, with median duration of response that appears to be longer than currently available treatment options and an 18-month survival rate among those with CR+CRh of 87%," said Jorge E. Cortes, M.D., Director, Georgia Cancer Center, Cecil F. Whitaker Jr., GRA Eminent Scholar Chair in Cancer, and Phase 2 trial investigator. "Given the trial's compelling efficacy data in duration of response, the favorable tolerability profile, and the still limited treatment options of patients with mIDH1+ R/R AML, olutasidenib has the potential to be an important new treatment option for patients."
Under the terms of the agreement, Forma will receive an upfront payment of $2.0 million, and is eligible to receive an additional $17.5 million upon the achievement of certain near-term regulatory, approval, and first commercial sale milestones. In addition, Forma is eligible to receive a total of up to an additional $215.5 million in connection with the achievement of certain development and commercial milestones. Forma is also eligible to receive tiered royalties in the low-teens to mid-thirties. Moving forward, Rigel will be responsible for the potential launch and commercialization of olutasidenib in the U.S., and intends to work with potential partners to further develop and commercialize olutasidenib outside the U.S.
Conference Call and Webcast Today at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, with KOL and Olutasidenib Phase 2 trial investigator, Jorge E. Cortes, M.D.
Rigel will host a live conference call and webcast today at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Time) to discuss financial results, provide an update on the business, including the licensing agreement for olutasidenib. The conference call will also feature a presentation of the olutasidenib Phase 2 interim results by Jorge E. Cortes, M.D., Director, Georgia Cancer Center, Cecil F. Whitaker Jr., GRA Eminent Scholar Chair in Cancer, and Phase 2 trial investigator.
Participants can access the live conference call by dialing (877) 407-3088 (domestic) or (201) 389-0927 (international). The conference call will also be webcast live and can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of the company's website at www.rigel.com. The webcast will be archived and available for replay after the call via the Rigel website.
About Olutasidenib and AML
Olutasidenib is an oral, small molecule investigational agent designed to selectively bind to and inhibit mutated IDH1 enzymes. This targeted treatment has the potential to provide therapeutic benefit by reducing 2-HG levels and restoring normal cellular differentiation. IDH1 is a natural enzyme that is part of the normal metabolism of all cells. When mutated, IDH1 activity can promote blood malignancies and solid tumors. IDH1 mutations are present in 6 to 9 percent of patients with AML2. AML is a rapidly progressing cancer of the bone marrow and blood3. AML occurs primarily in adults and accounts for about 1 percent of all adult cancers. The American Cancer Society estimates that about 20,940 new cases, most in adults, arose in 2021 in the United States alone.4 Quality of life declines for patients with each successive line of treatment for AML, and well-tolerated treatments in relapsed or refractory disease remain an unmet need.
About Rigel
Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc., is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering, developing, and providing novel small molecule drugs that significantly improve the lives of patients with hematologic disorders, cancer, and rare immune diseases. Rigel's pioneering research focuses on signaling pathways that are critical to disease mechanisms. The company's first FDA-approved product is TAVALISSE® (fostamatinib disodium hexahydrate) tablets, the only oral spleen tyrosine kinase (SYK) inhibitor for the treatment of adult patients with chronic immune thrombocytopenia who have had an insufficient response to a previous treatment. The product is also commercially available in Europe (TAVLESSE), the United Kingdom (TAVLESSE) and Canada (TAVALISSE) for the treatment of chronic immune thrombocytopenia in adult patients.
Fostamatinib is currently being studied in a Phase 3 clinical trial (NCT03764618) for the treatment of warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA)5; a Phase 3 clinical trial (NCT04629703) for the treatment of hospitalized high-risk patients with COVID-195 and an NIH/NHLBI-sponsored Phase 3 clinical trial (ACTIV-4 Host Tissue Trial, NCT04924660) for the treatment of COVID-19 in hospitalized patients.
Rigel's other clinical programs include its interleukin receptor-associated kinase (IRAK) inhibitor program, and a receptor-interacting serine/threonine-protein kinase (RIPK) inhibitor program in clinical development with partner Eli Lilly and Company. In addition, Rigel has product candidates in development with partners BerGenBio ASA and Daiichi Sankyo.
For further information, visit www.rigel.com or follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn.
Please see www.TAVALISSE.com for full Prescribing Information.
About Forma Therapeutics
Forma Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research, development, and commercialization of novel therapeutics to transform the lives of patients with rare hematologic diseases and cancers. Our pipeline is led by etavopivat, an investigational, once-daily, selective pyruvate kinase-R (PKR) activator designed to be a disease-modifying therapy with the potential to improve red blood cell (RBC) health and transform the lives of people living with sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and lower risk MDS. Our R&D engine combines deep biology insight, chemistry expertise and clinical development capabilities to create drug candidates with differentiated mechanisms of action focused on indications with high unmet need. Our work has generated a broad proprietary portfolio of programs with the potential to provide profound patient benefit.
For more information, please visit www.FormaTherapeutics.com or follow us on Twitter @FORMAInc and LinkedIn.
- De Botton, S., et al. Journal of Clinical Oncology 39, no. 15_suppl (May 20, 2021) 7006-7006.
- NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology, Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Version 2.2022 – June 14, 2022. https://www.nccn.org/guidelines/guidelines-detail?category=1&id=1411
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Accessed July 25, 2022. https://www.lls.org/leukemia/acute-myeloid-leukemia
- The American Cancer Society. Key statistics for acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Revised January 12, 2021. Accessed Dec. 2, 2021 at https://www.cancer.org/cancer/acute-myeloid-leukemia/about/key-statistics.html.
- The product for this use or indication is investigational and has not been proven safe or effective by any regulatory authority.
Rigel Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements relating to, among other things, that olutasidenib may provide a meaningful benefit to people with relapsed or/ refractory acute myeloid leukemia, our ability to commercialize olutasidenib in the U.S. and identify potential partners outside of the U.S., and our expectations related to the potential and market opportunity of olutasidenib as therapeutics for R/R AML and other conditions. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as "plan", "potential", "may", "expects", "will" and similar expressions in reference to future periods. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based on Rigel's current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions regarding the future of our business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy and other future conditions, and hence they inherently involve significant risks, uncertainties and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward looking statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks that the FDA, EMA or other regulatory authorities may make adverse decisions regarding olutasidenib; risks that clinical trials may not be predictive of real-world results or of results in subsequent clinical trials; risks that olutasidenib may have unintended side effects, adverse reactions or incidents of misuses; the availability of resources to develop Rigel's product candidates; market competition; as well as other risks detailed from time to time in Rigel's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 and subsequent filings. Any forward-looking statement made by us in this press release is based only on information currently available to us and speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Rigel does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, and expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein, except as required by law.
Forma Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including, without limitation, express or implied statements regarding the company's beliefs and expectations regarding: therapeutic potential, clinical benefits, mechanisms of action, efficacy, and safety of olutasidenib; the potential commercial and collaboration opportunities, including potential future collaborators, as well as the potential value and market for olutasidenib; potential milestone payments; and presentation of additional data at upcoming scientific conferences. The words "may," "will," "could," "would," "should," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," "intend," "believe," "estimate," "predict," "project," "potential," "continue," "target" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words.
Any forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and important factors that may cause actual events or results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements contained in this press release, including, without limitation, those risks and uncertainties associated with the following: positive results from a clinical study may not necessarily be predictive of the results of future or ongoing clinical studies; adverse regulatory decisions relating to olutasidenib; Rigel's ability to successfully develop and commercialize olutasidenib and achieve milestones, including identifying successful collaboration opportunities as well as those risks and uncertainties set forth more fully under the caption "Risk Factors" in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended May 6, 2022, filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and subsequent filings with the SEC. Forma disclaims any obligation to publicly update or revise any such statements to reflect any change in expectations or in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements may be based, or that may affect the likelihood that actual results will differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release represent Forma's views only as of the date hereof and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. Forma explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
Rigel Contacts
Media:
David Rosen, Argot Partners
Phone: 212.600.1902
Email: david.rosen@argotpartners.com
Investors:
Jodi Sievers, Rigel Pharmaceuticals
Phone: 650.624.1232
Email: ir@rigel.com
Forma Contacts
Media:
Caitlin Hunt, Porter Novelli
Phone: 781.985.5967
Email: caitlin.hunt@porternovelli.com
Investors:
Adam Bero, Ph.D., Kendall Investor Relations
Email: abero@kendallir.com
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Potentially game changing impact investment program aimed at fundamentally disrupting the fight against kidney disease
NEW YORK, April 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) today, announced the launch of the NKF Innovation Fund, a new impact investment program aimed at fundamentally disrupting the fight against kidney disease.
"The kidney health landscape is broken and lacks needed innovation," said Kevin Longino, Chief Executive Officer of NKF and a kidney transplant patient. "Dialysis has been the go-to treatment for more than half a century. Fifty years without major progress is unacceptable. About 37 million Americans have kidney disease and many crash into kidney failure and require dialysis before ever being diagnosed. We need a fundamental change in how we deal with kidney disease. Our Innovation Fund will provide donors with a unique opportunity to see their dollars support companies pursuing the most promising therapies, treatments and prevention methods that offer the potential to transform kidney care."
The NKF Innovation Fund's goal is to accelerate funding, development, and commercialization of therapies that kidney patients need and deserve. The fund will primarily invest in early to mid-stage companies that are developing innovative, patient-centric kidney therapies. The NKF Fund is modeled after similar vehicles used by other leading patient organizations to spur industry to develop transformative treatments with other diseases. NKF believes kidney patients deserve no less.
NKF's Innovation Fund is already attracting interest from major donors and innovator companies. In March, the Fund made one of its first investments. Kuleana Technology, located in Seattle, Washington, is a spinoff from the University of Washington and closely aligned with both the Center for Dialysis Innovation at the University of Washington, and with the Northwest Kidney Centers. The company is developing a groundbreaking portable hemodialysis device that will not require connection to an external water source. The new technology will be more effective than current dialysis since it will allow patients to dialyze on the go, enabling whenever, wherever dialysis for millions of patients around the world living with kidney failure.
"Our vision is very straightforward," added Longino. "We are going after the full spectrum of kidney disease. With the NKF Innovation Fund we want to prevent kidney disease, eliminate the transplant wait list, and provide better, safer treatments for dialysis patients so they can live fuller and more productive lives. That's the prism we're looking through for every investment we make, and I think our first investment into this space shows just how serious we are."
"We are excited and enthusiastic to be partnering with the National Kidney Foundation in this pioneering effort to impact the lives of people living with advanced kidney disease. Like NKF, we recognize the large unmet need to create transformative dialysis therapies that are safer, more effective, give patients freedom and mobility, in order to significantly improve their quality of life", said Dr. Jonathan Himmelfarb, President and CEO of Kuleana Technology.
For more information about the NKF Innovation Fund visit kidney.org/innovationfund. To learn more about kidney disease and how to maintain optimal kidney health visit www.kidney.org/.
About Kidney Disease
In the United States, 37 million adults are estimated to have kidney disease, also known as chronic kidney disease—and approximately 90 percent don't know they have it. 1 in 3 American adults are at risk for chronic kidney disease. Risk factors for kidney disease include: diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, and family history. People of African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Asian, or Pacific Islander descent are at increased risk for developing the disease. African Americans are almost 4 times more likely than White Americans to have kidney failure. Hispanics are 1.3 times more likely than non-Hispanics to have kidney failure.
About National Kidney Foundation
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is the largest, most comprehensive, and longstanding patient-centric organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney disease in the U.S. For more information about NKF, visit www.kidney.org.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch signed a multi-year contract extension on Monday, after guiding the team to seventh place in the Western Conference and a play-in game berth.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Timberwolves also announced contract extensions for Finch’s assistants, the day before they host the Los Angeles Clippers for a spot in the playoffs.
“They came to me. I think that shows the type of energy and commitment in the building. Everything’s going in the right direction here. It’s a fun time to be a part of the Timberwolves,” said Finch, who was hired midway through the 2020-21 season to replace the fired Ryan Saunders.
Finch has a 62-61 record for the second-best winning percentage (.504) by a head coach in Timberwolves history. The late Flip Saunders (.521) is first. Minnesota went 46-36 this season, the second-best record for the long-languishing franchise over the past 18 years.
“They’re not always easy decisions in this business, but this one was a very easy one. Coach has been a terrific partner for me, and the results on the floor are clear,” executive vice president for basketball operations Sachin Gupta said.
The 52-year-old Finch has been an assistant with Toronto, New Orleans, Denver and Houston. The Timberwolves led the NBA in scoring this season at 115.9 points per game, a first in franchise history. Their defense also forced a league-leading average of 16.3 turnovers per game.
“He’s always communicating, making sure everybody’s straight,” guard Anthony Edwards said. “That’s what you love about him.”
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Despite the enticing subtitle "Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore," the second sequel to J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World franchise mirrors the first, which is to say that it feels like an extended prologue for a better movie that's yet to materialize. In hindsight, Rowling should have funneled her Harry Potter prequel into a limited series, where leisurely pacing is more the norm.
In theory, a "young Dumbledore" movie would address some of the "Fantastic Beasts" shortcomings, providing a more dynamic anchor than the shy and halting Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). Moreover, Rowling has added more A-list help this time around, teaming not only with director David Yates but co-writer Steve Kloves, another veteran of the Harry Potter franchise.
Still, the storyline essentially handcuffs Dumbledore (Jude Law), or at least ties his wand behind his back for too much of the movie, by virtue of his romantic bond with the evil Gellert Grindelwald (Mads Mikkelsen, ably stepping in for Johnny Depp), who -- in classic authoritarian fashion -- intends to take over the magical world and wage war against Muggles. (The references to their past relationship are relatively chaste, but were apparently still too much for Chinese censors.)
Because Dumbledore can't directly confront Grindelwald and his minions, he must recruit not only Newt but an eclectic group of wizards and witches, as well as Newt's Muggle pal Jacob (Dan Fogler). But other than Jessica Williams' enhanced role as Eulalie (Lally) Hicks (sporting a '40s gangster accent that takes some getting used to), they're a fairly nondescript bunch.
Foremost, the latest "Fantastic Beasts" unfolds with no great sense of urgency, sending the gang on a series of adventures and detours building toward an anticipated showdown to thwart Grindelwald's plans.
Having played villains in James Bond, Marvel and now Harry Potter movies, Mikkelsen advances his bad-guy Hall of Fame credentials, and when he sneers, "With or without you, I'll burn down their world," he introduces a sense of menace that outshines most everything else in the film.
Yet even with that contribution and the characteristically impressive production design and effects, "Fantastic Beasts" seldom sparks to life. In hindsight, the real misstep might have come when Warner Bros. (like CNN, part of Warner Bros. Discovery) let Rowling outline a five-movie format, as opposed to at most a more conventional trilogy, although Variety has reported the fourth and fifth installments could depend on how well "Secrets of Dumbledore" performs at the box office.
Whatever the commercial verdict, the creative one delivers another mixed bag that tempers enthusiasm for more, barring promises to both pick up the pace and enhance Law's role in a more definitive manner.
Otherwise, like "The Crimes of Grindelwald," "Secrets of Dumbledore" is handsomely done but ultimately too much of a dumble-snore. And somehow, its appealing pieces, old and new, again add up to a less-than-magical movie.
"Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore" premieres in US theaters on April 15. It's rated PG-13.
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CONCORD, Calif. , June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LightRiver, the premier optical network integration solution provider for next generation, multi-vendor, Factory Built Networks® and netFLEX® Transport Domain Orchestration and Control Software solutions, announced today a new executive appointment of Scotty Benda as Chief Product Officer. The appointment will strengthen LightRiver's leadership team as it further maximizes market opportunities in the era of open optical networking and automation, accelerate the Company's growth and increase the scale and scope of its operations.
Benda joins LightRiver with a distinguished career in telecommunications, having served in various technical and leadership roles in carrier grade transport networking, instilling trust and team work internally and externally, including as Director, Embedded Software Design and New Product Introduction; Vice President, Global Sales Systems Engineering; and General Manager of the Global Services Division.
"The shift to open optical networks represents an unprecedented opportunity for LightRiver with our comprehensive 'design, deploy and automate' approach to multivendor network solutions," states Mike Jonas, President of Global Customer Operations for LightRiver. "I'm thrilled to welcome Scotty to our leadership team as we scale our platform, enhance our value proposition and accelerate toward the next phase of growth."
Benda has held senior systems, software and services leadership positions at Nortel, Lucent, ONI and Ciena where he successfully led innovative growth efforts and drove improvements in product, process and delivery performance within those companies.
"LightRiver has built a very strong leadership team complete with unmatched experience in its markets, a great portfolio of technologies, alliances and relationships, and is focused on the customer experience," comments Benda, "I am excited to be in this role and to contribute to the successful growth of the firm as we deliver advanced connectivity solutions for our clients."
LightRiver is the premier provider of next generation, multi-vendor, Factory Built Networks® and netFLEX® vendor neutral, Optical Domain Control Software solutions. LightRiver is an expert in Packet Optical, DWDM/ROADM, MPLS and Carrier Ethernet systems and designs, engineers, commissions, automates and supports next generation, software controlled, transport networks for mission-critical clients that require the highest capacity, reliability, resiliency and manageability that today's optical communications technology can deliver.
LightRiver is a portfolio company of Grain Management LLC, a leading Washington, D.C. based investment firm focused on the global communications sector, and delivers unique value with turnkey hardware and software solutions, carrier-grade quality and unparalleled customer care in multi-technology networking.
For more information, visit lightriver.com.
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bit Digital, Inc. (Nasdaq: BTBT) ("Bit Digital" or the "Company"), a bitcoin mining company headquartered in New York, announced its unaudited bitcoin production and corporate updates for the month of May 2022.
Corporate Highlights for May 2022
- In May 2022, the Company earned 53.4 bitcoins and 27.0 ETHs.
- Treasury holdings of BTC and ETH were 793.6 and 316.1, with a fair market value of approximately $25.2 million and $0.6 million, respectively, on May 31, 2022.
- The Company owned 33,376 bitcoin miners and 731 Ethereum miners as of May 31, 2022, with an estimated maximum total hash rate of 2.17 EH/s and 0.3 TH/s, respectively.
Miner Deployments
During the month of May and subsequent to month-end, the Company continued to work with our hosting partners to deploy miners. 17.9% of our currently-owned fleet, or 6,114 bitcoin miners and 0 Ethereum miners representing 0.352 Exahash ("EH/s") and 0.0 Terahash ("TH/s") respectively, was deployed in North America as of May 31, 2022.
About Bit Digital
Bit Digital, Inc. is a bitcoin mining company headquartered in New York City. Our mining operations are located in North America. For additional information, please contact ir@bit-digital.com or visit our website at www.bit-digital.com.
Investor Notice
Investing in our securities involves a high degree of risk. Before making an investment decision, you should carefully consider the risks, uncertainties and forward-looking statements described under "Risk Factors" in Item 3.D of our most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. If any material risk was to occur, our business, financial condition or results of operations would likely suffer. In that event, the value of our securities could decline and you could lose part or all of your investment. The risks and uncertainties we describe are not the only ones facing us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may also impair our business operations. In addition, our past financial performance may not be a reliable indicator of future performance, and historical trends should not be used to anticipate results in the future. Future changes in the network-wide mining difficulty rate or bitcoin hash rate may also materially affect the future performance of Bit Digital's production of bitcoin. Actual operating results will vary depending on many factors including network difficulty rate, total hash rate of the network, the operations of our facilities, the status of our miners, and other factors. Additionally, all discussions of financial metrics assume mining difficulty rates as of May 2022. See "Safe Harbor Statement" below.
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- Jeff Williams will retire effective Aug. 1, 2022.
- A global search for his successor is underway as Johnson Controls accelerates its focus on technology-driven solutions for buildings management to make assets smarter, healthier and more sustainable.
- Global Products is a business unit of Johnson Controls including product development and R&D.
CORK, Ireland, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced that 38-year company veteran Jeff Williams is retiring and that a global search is underway for his successor. Williams' replacement will inherit a business group generating more than a third of Johnson Controls approximately $24B annual revenues including product development and research & development.
Williams started at Johnson Controls in 1984 as a sales account manager and spent more than 30 years in its automotive business before taking over as leader of its Global Products business in 2019. He was the co-author of the Johnson Controls Manufacturing Systems operating system that continues to guide the company's global operations today.
"Jeff has been a phenomenal member of our executive leadership team over the past decades, combining an unwavering will to win with faultless integrity," said George Oliver, Johnson Controls Chairman and CEO. "We thank him for his years of service, and he leaves the Global Products business in fantastic shape, with an amazing opportunity for a new leader to come in and drive forward.
He added: "Johnson Controls is at a unique point in its near 140-year history as it looks to move an industry that founder Warren Johnson helped to create when he invented the electric room thermostat in 1883. The next chapter will see us reshaping how buildings technology is designed and applied, using all the power of artificial intelligence through Johnson Controls OpenBlue platform. Our aim now, and at the heart of the new role Jeff's successor will take on, is to maximize the performance of our customer's buildings; harvesting and applying data insights to optimize every aspect of operations - elevating the performance of human users and equipment, while making environments healthier, more secure and sustainable through lowering energy and water use."
Within Global products, alongside leading the HVAC/R and Residential business units, a key focus for Williams' successor will be steering the fire, security and controls teams, which are the heart of the transformation of buildings' operational technology. The application of advanced solutions utilizing Machine Learning is elevating the capacity for ultra-accurate detection insights, ever more efficient responses and proactive fault reporting.
About Johnson Controls Global Products group
Johnson Controls Global Products group designs and sells HVAC equipment, controls software and software services for residential and commercial applications to commercial, industrial, retail, residential, small business, institutional and governmental customers worldwide. In addition, Global Products designs and sells refrigeration equipment and controls globally. The Global Products business designs and sells fire protection, fire suppression and security products, including intrusion security, anti-theft devices, access control, and video surveillance and management systems, for commercial, industrial, retail, residential, small business, institutional and governmental customers worldwide.
About Johnson Controls
At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.
Building on a proud history of nearly 140 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering.
Today, with a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry.
Visit www.johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnson Controls on social platforms.
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Investment will support continued product innovation and go-to-market expansion in key markets of North America and Europe
MALMÖ, Sweden and CHICAGO, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inriver ("the Company"), a company that empowers organizations to deliver revenue-driving product information management (PIM) across every customer touchpoint, today announced that it will receive a majority investment from Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. (THL), a premier private equity firm investing in growth companies. Verdane, the European specialist growth equity investor and current inriver shareholder, will retain a significant stake in the Company. The transaction will include a significant primary capital investment to support inriver's product development roadmap and significantly expand its presence in North America and Europe, to meet the demands of a high-growth market.
Headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, with its North American headquarters in Chicago, inriver helps the world's leading manufacturers, distributors, and retailers harness the power of their product information to deliver exceptional customer experiences across channels. In a highly competitive, omnichannel world, customers rely on inriver's software to manage, distribute, and optimize vast amounts of product information at scale to drive revenue.
"This is a milestone for inriver, our customers, partners, and investors," said Thomas Zanzinger, CEO of inriver. "It's a testament to the importance of product information as it is a foundation for modern commerce. We are excited to grow and scale in North America and across Europe to meet evolving market and customer demands with the investment from THL."
"Inriver has developed an extremely strong SaaS product and very high customer advocacy in the PIM market, which benefits from outstanding long-term secular growth trends," said Jeff Swenson, Managing Director and Head of Vertical Software at THL. "The Company enables customers to seamlessly power complex use cases in omnichannel ecommerce, which we believe is highly differentiated."
Cliff Longley, Director at THL, added, "Inriver fits THL's sector thesis related to ecommerce and digital enablement software, and its technology is fundamental to executing commerce at scale. We look forward to supporting go-to-market investments to accelerate growth in North America and build on the Company's strength in Europe."
Pål Malmros, Partner at Verdane, commented, "The Verdane team is pleased to continue to draw on our unique combination of software and digital consumer expertise to support inriver's continued growth. Since Verdane first invested in inriver, the company has grown 10x in size and established itself as a global leader. We are certain that through this partnership with THL, inriver has secured the perfect backing to continue on its strong growth path - and most important of all - continue to deliver world class products to existing and future customers."
THL invested in inriver through both its flagship Fund IX and its Automation Fund, the private equity industry's first fund dedicated to automation-related businesses.
Evercore acted as financial advisor to inriver and Sidley Austin LLP acted as inriver's legal advisor. SVB Securities acted as financial advisor to THL. Kirkland & Ellis LLP acted as THL's legal advisor. Past investors of inriver include Industrifonden, RoosGruppen AB, and Zobito. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in calendar Q2 2022.
About inriver:
Inriver empowers organizations to deliver revenue-driving product information at every touchpoint. Inriver's Digital-first PIM™ enables organizations to bring compelling product stories to life for highly customized purchases, obtain actionable guidance on what influences buying decisions, and then quickly adapt to put insights into action. Inriver helps B2B and B2C organizations turn product information into strategic assets to drive revenue for over 1,600 brands and 700 customers globally. Headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, inriver has offices in Amsterdam, Chicago, Davao, London, Manila, Munich, and Stockholm. For more information, please visit www.inriver.com.
About THL:
Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. ("THL") is a premier private equity firm investing in middle-market growth companies exclusively within three sectors: Healthcare, Financial Technology & Services, and Technology & Business Solutions. THL couples deep sector expertise through an Identified Sector Opportunity ("ISO") process with dedicated internal operating resources from its Strategic Resource Group ("SRG") to transform and build great companies of lasting value in partnership with management. The Firm's domain expertise and resources help to build great companies with an aim to accelerate growth, improve operations and drive long-term sustainable value. Since 1974, THL has raised more than $34 billion of equity capital, invested in over 160 companies and completed more than 500 add-on acquisitions representing an aggregate enterprise value at acquisition of over $210 billion. For more information, please visit: www.thl.com.
About Verdane:
Verdane is a specialist growth equity investment firm that partners with tech-enabled and sustainable European businesses to help them reach the next stage of international growth. Verdane can invest as a minority or majority investor, either in single companies or through portfolios of companies, and looks to deploy behind three core themes; the Digital Consumer, Software Everywhere and Sustainable Society. Verdane funds hold closer to €4 billion in total commitments and have made over 135 investments in fast-growing businesses since 2003. Verdane's team of over 100 investment professionals and operating experts, based out of Berlin, Copenhagen, Helsinki, London, Oslo and Stockholm, is dedicated to being the preferred growth partner to tech-enabled and sustainable businesses in Europe. For more information, please visit: www.verdane.com.
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WELLESLEY HILLS, Mass., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gulf Oil announced today that it has selected Stuzo's Open Commerce Platform to power its new digital loyalty and payments program.
Gulf launched roll-back fuel discounts at the pump through its mobile payment app, Gulf Pay, in 2017. To build upon its success, Gulf will launch its next evolution on Stuzo's Open Commerce Platform with intelligent 1:1 loyalty, contactless commerce, and cross-channel member loyalty capabilities later this year.
"To meet the ever-changing needs of our consumers, we selected Stuzo to help bring our vision for a seamless and personalized loyalty journey to life," said Gulf's Vice President of Marketing & Payments, Nikki Fales.
The new program will utilize Stuzo's patent pending Wallet Steering™ System to hyper-personalize Gulf's fuel offers and payments program capabilities, delivering more reasons for consumers to remain engaged and providing additional insights and revenue for Gulf's network of branded distributors and dealers.
"This next evolution of Gulf Pay empowers our distributors and dealers to personalize the consumer experience – at the pump and in store – and to profitably drive loyalty," said Fales.
Gulf will be utilizing Stuzo's suite of products, Open Commerce Activate, Transact and Experience, to build and scale an industry leading program that delivers measurable business outcomes to its portfolio of retailers. The new program will launch to consumers in 2022.
"Our mission is to help Gulf steer a greater share of consumer wallets to the Gulf brand and its distribution partners and drive increased consumer lifetime value," said Jake Kiser, Chief Customer Officer, Stuzo. "We are honored to partner with Gulf on this journey."
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Gulf is a Massachusetts-based company fueling consumers through approximately 1,400 Gulf branded locations across 36 states and Puerto Rico. The company also distributes unbranded products to 1,000 private label locations nationwide. More information can be found at www.gulfoil.com.
Media Contact: Nikki Fales, Gulf Oil, media@gulfoil.com
Stuzo, with its Open Commerce® product suite and patent pending Wallet Steering™ System, empowers Convenience & Fuel Retailers to gain more share of wallet and customer lifetime value than possible with any other solution provider. Stuzo's unified Open Commerce product suite consists of: Activate for Intelligent 1:1 Loyalty, Transact for Contactless Commerce, and Experience for Cross-Channel Customer Experiences. Stuzo's solutions are supported by a set of subscription-based program management services and are contractually backed by its 1.5X Performance Guarantee.
Media Contact: Aaron McLean, Stuzo, press@stuzo.com
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- Inspired by nature, Midea GAIA provides a real fresh air experience with its innovative OxygenFresh Air Exchange System which brings in purified outdoor air.
FOSHAN, China, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea has officially launched the Midea GAIA AC, an innovative split AC system that delivers a real nature-like air experience. With its OxygenFresh Air Exchange System, i-Clean function, and Breezeless Technology, Midea GAIA is the AC of choice to bring the benefits of fresh air indoors.
Modern households spend approximately 90% of their time indoors, with demand for a more hygienic homes and superior air quality exploding in the wake of COVID-19. A new consumer report reveals that 1 in 5 consumers are very concerned about the air quality at homes. However, the conventional AC systems, which are popularly assumed to be capable of improving interior air quality, actually only support indoor air circulation. Therefore, the relatively high indoor carbon dioxide concentrations can lead to both physical and mental discomfort.
Midea GAIA tackles these challenges by combining air conditioning with advanced air ventilation, bringing in fresh air from outdoors so people can enjoy every breath they take indoors. Its innovative OxygenFresh Air Exchange System, under specified installation conditions, introduces up to 60m³/h of purified fresh air from outdoors using an H13 HEPA filter with a filtering rate of 99.95%. By bringing freshness in and letting staleness out, households will have a well-ventilated indoor space for daily activities.
Moreover, Midea GAIA's UL-certified Antibacterial Air Solution ensures a high disinfection performance, with 99.9% efficacy for eliminating Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Psudomonas Ariginosa, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
At Midea, it is believed that the best air experience comes from Mother Nature and that the best air conditioning should imitate nature and deliver a breath of fresh air. With the cutting-edge science and technology, Midea GAIA simulates nature's forces to bring a fresh and clean air experience to thousands of homes.
In addition to the OxygenFresh Air Exchange System, Midea GAIA is equipped with an industry-leading i-Clean function, as well as Breezeless Technology that transforms strong airflow into thousands of tiny strings of air. This ensures a nature-like air experience, even for sensitive family members who need it most, including the elderly and children.
Midea GAIA can be connected and seamlessly controlled using MSmartHome App on user's smart phones, or voice commands via Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa or Siri. With convenient features such as remote control, data monitoring and reminders, after-sales service and a content hub housed in one app, MSmartHome app provides a truly one-stop solution, bringing the smart home experience to users in the Internet of Things (IoT) era. It can also connect to other Midea appliances and other overseas brands, including Toshiba, Comfee and Arctic King. This connectivity will gradually help users to realize distributed and independent collaboration between various home appliances.
Midea GAIA represents the pinnacle of Midea Residential Air Conditioner (RAC) Division's product development tailored to local markets. With over RMB45 billion (approximately US$7 billion) invested into R&D over the past five years, Midea's humanizing-technology philosophy and user-centric R&D approach integrate local considerations at every stage of the process to conceptualize and optimize solutions tailored for users' needs.
Midea already has multiple R&D centers in Europe, with its most recent opening in Stuttgart, Germany. Furthermore, Midea has established its R&D and Innovation Center Europe in Austria focused on R&D for the European markets, constantly exploring and innovating to meet the ever-changing demands of European households.
Contact: Charlotte Liu, charlotteliu@midea.com, +86-13106836020
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FORESTHILL, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters again prevented flames from entering a Northern California mountain town and reported major progress Thursday against the week-old blaze that’s become the largest in the state so far this year.
Conditions at the Mosquito Fire about 110 miles (177 kilometers) northeast of San Francisco were “looking a whole heck of a lot better,” according to fire spokesman Scott McLean.
Crews on the ground built up containment lines while water-dropping helicopters knocked down hotspots after the fire roared back to life on Tuesday, burning structures near Foresthill.
“It’s looking really good on the west end where we had that dramatic increase of fire earlier this week,” McLean said Thursday. Flames raced up a drainage ditch into a neighborhood, but firefighters saved all the homes.
Scientists say climate change has made the West warmer and drier over the last three decades and will continue to make weather more extreme and wildfires more frequent and destructive. In the last five years, California has experienced the largest and most destructive fires in its history.
Evacuation orders remained for some 11,000 residents because of the unpredictable nature of the winds, McLean said, which typically blow in the direction of several canyons and could rapidly spread flames if gusts pick up.
The Mosquito Fire was 20% contained after destroying at least 70 homes and other buildings. The 100-square-mile (258-square-kilometer) blaze on Wednesday surpassed the size of the previous largest conflagration in 2022 – the McKinney Fire – although this season has seen a fraction of last year’s wildfire activity so far.
In Southern California, dogs aided the hunt for a person missing in a heavily damaged area of the San Bernardino Mountains where thunderstorms unleashed rocks, trees and earth that washed away cars, buried homes and affected 3,000 residents in two remote communities. Nearly 2 inches (5 centimeters) of rain fell Monday at Yucaipa Ridge between Oak Glen, home to apple orchards that are a fall tourist destination, and Forest Falls, once a summer getaway for cabin owners that has become a bedroom community.
“This entire area is blanketed with up to 6 feet (1.83 meters) of mud, debris, large boulders” said Jim Topelski, a San Bernardino County fire chief,
The mudslide damage in Oak Glen and Forest Falls served as a powerful warning to residents of the lingering damage wildfires can cause months or even years after flames are extinguished and the smoke clears.
An intense amount of rain even over a short period of time can have catastrophic effects on hillsides where fire has stripped vegetation that once held the ground intact.
The Mosquito Fire was one of three large fires in the state.
The Fairview Fire was burning about 75 miles (121 kilometers) southeast of Los Angeles. The 44-square-mile (114-square-kilometer) blaze was 84% contained Thursday. Two people died fleeing the fire, which destroyed at least 35 homes and other structures in Riverside County.
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Covid-19 cases are on the rise among kids in the United States as another school year gets underway.
New cases reported among children in the last week of August were 14% higher than they were two weeks earlier, according to data tracked by the American Academy of Pediatrics. They jumped even more in the South, where classes have been in session for weeks. In contrast, overall cases for all ages were down about 17% in the same timeframe.
Experts say that this increased transmission is to be expected -- but that keeping kids in school should be the priority, and there are now enough ways to make sure it's done safely.
"We do see infectious diseases spread every time the school year starts. That's been a phenomenon well-known long before Covid," said Dr. Sean O'Leary, chair of the pediatric association's committee on infectious diseases. "The good news is, we're in a much different place with this pandemic than we were two years ago, or even last year, in terms of the percentage of the population that's vaccinated."
Eligibility for Covid-19 vaccines was expanded to include ages 5 to 11 in November, making this the first full school year in which all school-age children could have their initial series.
Still, vaccination rates for children lag and have changed little recently: About 61% of children ages 12 to 17 and just 31% of children 5 to 11 have their initial series, compared with about 77% of adults, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Children 5 and up are also eligible for a booster shot, but only those 12 and up can get the updated version. And so far, only about 10% of children ages 5 to 17 have gotten a booster.
The slow rollout of vaccines for children is part of why pediatric cases became more prevalent during last school year, said Dr. Grace Lee, pediatrics professor at Stanford University School of Medicine and chair of the CDC's vaccine advisory committee.
In 2020, there wasn't much virus circulating among children because most were learning from home, she said. But the negative effects of remote learning were coming into focus.
An assessment conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics found that test scores among 9-year-olds plummeted in math and reading after the pandemic. And mental health-related visits to emergency rooms among adolescents saw a steep increase.
"We needed the kids to go back in person for learning. At the same time, we didn't have as many opportunities to offer vaccination in a timely manner to those who were going back to school. So that is really challenging," Lee said. "Part of the reason we saw case rates jump up in pediatrics is because they were the last population to get vaccinated."
Now, though, there's greater population immunity built up through a combination of vaccination and infection.
About 4 out of 5 children in the US have had Covid-19 at some point, according to estimates from the CDC that are based on the presence of antibodies in blood samples. This is a significant jump from the end of 2021, when 45% of children were estimated to have had Covid-19.
That doesn't mean the potential for Covid to spread in schools should be ignored, experts say; it was still a top 10 cause of death for children last year, and there's too much uncertainty about what's to come.
"We've now been infected, vaccinated, infected, vaccinated. Where are we going this season? I do think that we have to take it one year, one month at a time," Lee said.
Last year, the CDC updated its school guidance to prioritize in-person learning while maintaining layered prevention strategies such as masking, physical distancing and vaccinations for those who were eligible. Last month, the guidance was updated again, dropping recommendations for programs that require a negative test to stay in the classroom or restrict kids to one classroom, or cohort.
Mask mandates have dropped across the county, too.
However, while the CDC and others are more generally focused on preventing severe disease from Covid-19, experts say there are still benefits to avoiding infection, especially for kids in school.
"We have to really take a life course approach with children," Lee said, thinking about both the short- and long-term effects.
In the short term, a Covid-19 infection "completely disrupts your family life and your school life and your personal life," she said.
"Every time someone gets sick -- whether it's Covid or flu or anything else -- they're getting further and further behind," she said. And "the burden of infection is not equitable," causing disparities to grow.
Children can have long Covid, too -- a direct long-term risk of infection. And if enough teachers get sick, the indirect risks from the early days of school closures can resurface.
As a parent herself, Lee recommends that kids continue to wear masks in schools and keep up-to-date with any vaccines they're eligible for.
"I would say kids have been the most adaptable during the pandemic. So I'm less worried about that piece of it," Lee said.
"My hope is that we make schools a safe and equitable place to continue to learn and that we support our children, no matter what happens."
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NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until October 11, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against LifeStance Health Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS: LFST), if they purchased or acquired the Company's Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the Company's June 2021 initial public offering (the "IPO"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
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Off-duty deputy helps family after van flipped on busy highway
(WJXT) - Anthony LaQuidara, a Florida deputy, helped save the day for a family of four after their van flipped on its side Saturday.
“I know any other good person would have stopped on the side of the road,” LaQuidara said.
He used his training as an deputy with the Jacksonville’s Sheriff’s Office and also got help from nearly 10 other drivers who pulled over.
LaQuidara and scouts with Troop 26 were on their way back from a camping trip in Georgia.
They said the van was driving in front of them on I-75. When it switched lanes, one of the back tires blew, causing the driver to lose control and flip several times.
LaQuidara pulled two people out of the vehicle while gas was leaking and the van was smoking.
“We kicked out the back windshield so we got one girl out of there, and then there was one female who was trapped underneath the steering wheel,” he said. “So me and another gentleman crawled inside inside the car, and we had to lift her up in order to get her unstuck.”
Scouts Henry Bryan and John Stewart saw it all.
“I just see TJ (LaQuidara) pulling over and immediately bolting out. I’ve never seen anybody run that fast,” Bryan said.
“I was thinking, ‘I just hope they are OK. I hope the car does not catch on fire and TJ will be OK,’” John said.
LaQuidara has been their scoutmaster for about a year.
“We always hear the stories of his daily life as a police officer,” Bryan said. “We never expected to see him in action, especially not this extreme.”
John said LaQuidara’s actions inspired him to “help people more often.”
LaQuidara said he refuses to call himself a hero. He said he is just grateful to have been in the right place at the right time.
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Collaboration in this important and emerging technology will accelerate electrification and reduce emissions while earning customers money
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoGrid announced a collaboration with Willdan to accelerate adoption of heat pump water heaters to decarbonize buildings by replacing emissions-intensive, gas-fired water heaters. This collaboration will leverage AutoGrid's Virtual Power Plant platform to add significant levels of flexible grid capacity, starting in the CAISO energy market. The flexible capacity, when combined with other resources managed by AutoGrid's VPP platform, strengthens the grid and helps reduce the probability of blackouts during periods of peak energy demand.
AutoGrid is dedicated to expanding their suite of artificial intelligence-driven energy internet applications that allow utilities, electricity retailers, renewable energy project developers, and energy service providers to deliver clean, affordable, and reliable energy in a distributed energy world. Collaboration with Willdan places heat pump water heaters into appropriate distributed energy resource (DER) programs which will have a positive impact on the environment while also providing customers with an additional revenue stream.
"One of our core goals at AutoGrid is to find companies that align with our values, integrate naturally into our offerings, and help support advances in the industry," said Farshid Arman, Senior Director of Grid Services Partnerships. "This synergy will help consumers make smart choices and enroll their connected heat pump water heaters easily into DER programs."
Willdan is a national company that provides comprehensive consulting, technical expertise, financing options, and energy-efficient upgrades for utilities, government agencies, and private industry. They are currently the program implementer for several energy efficiency programs on behalf of the largest utilities in California.
This collaboration serves the needs of the California grid as the state is ramping up ever-more flexible energy resources to be better prepared for a potential capacity shortfall.
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Founded in 2010, AutoGrid's mission is to accelerate access to sustainable energy in order to combat climate change. AutoGrid's artificial intelligence-driven software makes electric vehicles, batteries, roof-top solar, utility-scale wind, and other distributed energy resources (DERs) smarter. By enabling prediction, optimization, and real-time control of millions of energy assets at an unprecedented scale, AutoGrid is making the vision of a decentralized, decarbonized, and democratized new energy world a reality. With over a decade of pioneering experience across the globe, AutoGrid offers fleet owners, energy-as-a-service companies, renewable project developers, utilities, and electricity retailers the ability to build, own, operate, and participate in intelligent and scalable virtual power plants, enabling them to disrupt the dependency on fossil-fuel based energy. The AutoGrid Flex platform manages over 6,000MW of virtual power plants in 15 countries.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Derek Chauvin will learn his sentence Thursday for violating George Floyd’s civil rights, with a deal in place that will extend the time the former Minneapolis police officer already is spending behind bars for killing Floyd while shifting him to possibly more favorable conditions in a federal prison.
Chauvin agreed to a sentence of 20 to 25 years in his December plea to a federal charge in Floyd’s killing. U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson will make the final decision, with prosecutors seeking the full 25 on the grounds that Chauvin’s actions were cold-blooded and needless.
They also noted that Chauvin’s plea included an admission that he violated the rights of a then-14-year-old Black boy whom he restrained in an unrelated case in 2017, and argued that he had a history of misusing restraints.
The defense has asked for 20 years, saying Chauvin accepts responsibility for what he did and has already been sentenced to 22 1/2 years in prison by a state court in Floyd’s murder. Attorney Eric Nelson wrote that Chauvin’s “remorse will be made apparent to this Court,” suggesting Chauvin will likely speak at Thursday’s hearing.
Former U.S. Attorney Tom Heffelfinger said a judge could take such a statement into consideration during sentencing.
“This is his opportunity to say, ‘I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to, I didn’t think, or whatever,’” Heffelfinger said. “In federal court it’s very much to the inmate’s advantage to be remorseful, and to demonstrate remorse, even more than at a state sentencing.”
Chauvin briefly addressed Floyd’s family at his state sentencing hearing in May 2021, offering condolences. Relatives of Floyd gave victim impact statements then, and have the right to do so Thursday. The family’s attorneys did not respond to messages seeking comment on their plans.
In entering his federal plea, Chauvin for the first time admitted that he kept his knee on Floyd’s neck — even as the Black man’s pleaded, “I can’t breathe,” and then became unresponsive — resulting in Floyd’s death. Chauvin, who is white, admitted he willfully deprived Floyd of his right to be free from unreasonable seizure, including unreasonable force by a police officer, during the May 2020 arrest.
Floyd’s killing sparked protests in Minneapolis and around the world in a reckoning over police brutality and racism.
That was one of several cases mentioned in state court filings that prosecutors said showed Chauvin used neck or head and upper body restraints seven times dating back to 2014, including four times state prosecutors said they went beyond the point force was needed.
For his own protection, Chauvin has been held in isolation in a 10-by-10-foot room at the state’s maximum security prison that he’s allowed to leave for an average of one hour per day for exercise.
Defense attorney Eric Nelson said in a court filing last month that Chauvin might never be placed in a prison’s general population because of the risks of him becoming a target.
Chauvin’s plea deal calls for him to serve the federal sentence at the same time as the state one, and to serve it in federal prison. He’s expected to serve more time behind bars than he would have faced on the state sentence alone.
However, experts say Chauvin might be safer, and live under fewer restrictions, in a federal prison. His security level and final destination will be up to the U.S. Bureau of Prisons, which could send him anywhere in the country.
Chauvin would run the risk in the general population of a Minnesota state prison of encountering inmates he had arrested or investigated. While he can’t totally escape his notoriety in a federal prison elsewhere, he’s unlikely to encounter inmates with whom he has a direct connection. If the bureau decides he’s safe enough in the general population, he would have more opportunities to move about the facility, to work and to participate in programming.
With credit for good time in the federal system, he could serve anywhere from 17 years to 21 1/4 years behind bars, assuming the judge sticks to the range in the plea agreement. In the state system alone, Chauvin could have become entitled to parole after about 15 years.
Three other former Minneapolis police officers — Tou Thao, J. Alexander Keung and Thomas Lane — were convicted in February of federal civil rights charges in Floyd’s killing. Magnuson has not set sentencing dates for them.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and President Joe Biden's chief medical adviser, has tested positive for Covid-19, the institute said June 15.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and President Biden's chief medical adviser, has tested positive for Covid-19, the institute said Wednesday.
Fauci, 81, has mild symptoms and has been boosted twice, the institute said in a statement.
NIAID said Fauci found out that he was positive on a rapid antigen test. The director will work from home and follow agency protocol, returning to the National Institutes of Health campus only after he tests negative.
Fauci has not had any close contact with Biden or other senior officials recently, the institute said.
Throughout the pandemic, he has urged caution and has demonstrated it himself at public events. For instance, he chose not to attend the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner in April after considering his individual risk.
"Each of us, in our own personal way, has to make an assessment of what risk you're willing to accept about getting infected," he told CNN. "In general, the risk is low, but I made a personal assessment. I'm 81 years old, and if I get infected, I have a much higher risk."
Fauci has been working nonstop during the pandemic. In May, he said he hadn't had a day off since Covid-19 came to the US.
He has been the director of NIAID since 1984 and has advised seven Presidents.
Fauci joins a growing list of Biden administration leaders who have had Covid-19, including White House domestic policy adviser Susan Rice, Attorney General Merrick Garland, Vice President Kamala Harris and Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — An Iranian operative has been charged in a plot to murder former U.S. national security adviser John Bolton in presumed retaliation for a U.S. airstrike that killed the country’s most powerful general, offering $300,000 to “eliminate” the Trump administration official, the Justice Department said Wednesday.
Shahram Poursafi, identified by U.S. officials as a member of Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, is currently wanted by the FBI on charges related to the murder-for-hire plot.
Prosecutors say the scheme unfolded more than a year after Qassem Soleimani, the head of the Revolutionary Guard’s elite Quds Force and an architect of Tehran’s proxy wars in the Middle East, was killed in a targeted airstrike as he traveled from Baghdad’s international airport in January 2020. After the strike, Bolton, who by then had left his White House post, tweeted, “Hope this is the first step to regime change in Tehran.”
The FBI believes that Poursafi was acting on behalf of the Revolutionary Guard when he sought to have Bolton killed, according to an affidavit unsealed Wednesday. Law enforcement officials located photographs of Poursafi in fatigues and with posters of Iran and Soleimani in the background to back up their allegation that he is a uniformed Revolutionary Guard member.
The Justice Department traces the plot to the fall of 2021, when Poursafi, 45, an Iranian citizen who officials say has never visited the United States, asked an unidentified person he met through social media and who was living in the U.S. to take photographs of Bolton for a book he said he was writing.
The person introduced Poursafi to an associate that could take the requested photos and videos. After the two connected, Poursafi encouraged that person, who was actually a confidential source working with the FBI, to hire someone to kill Bolton and offered to pay $300,000 for the job. Poursafi told the person that he wanted “the guy” to be purged or eliminated.
Poursafi provided the person with Bolton’s office address, including the name and contact information for someone who worked in the office, the FBI affidavit says.
“This was not an idle threat,” Assistant Attorney General Matthew Olsen, the Justice Department’s top national security official, said in a statement released by the department. “And this is not the first time we’ve uncovered brazen acts by Iran to exact revenge against individuals in the U.S.”
In 2011, for instance, the FBI and Justice Department revealed an Iranian government plot to assassinate the Saudi ambassador to the U.S. while the ambassador was in the U.S.
A spokesman for Iran’s foreign ministry, Nasser Kanaani, called the latest accusations baseless and politically motivated, state-run media reported.
He said Iran “reserves the right to take any action within the framework of international law to defend the rights of the government and citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”
In his own statement, Bolton thanked the FBI and Justice Department for their work in developing the case and the Secret Service for providing protection.
“While much cannot be said publicly right now, one point is indisputable: Iran’s rulers are liars, terrorists, and enemies of the United States,” he said.
The unsealing of the complaint comes two days after negotiators seeking to revive the Iran nuclear accord in Vienna closed on a “final text” of an agreement, with parties now consulting in their capitals on whether to agree to it it.
The 2015 deal granted Iran sanctions relief in exchange for tight curbs on its atomic program. Since the U.S. withdrew from the agreement under President Donald Trump, Iran has sped up its nuclear enrichment program. Bolton has been among the most hawkish critics of the deal and efforts by the Biden administration to rejoin it.
In his statement, Bolton said “Iran’s nuclear-weapons and terrorist activities are two sides of the same coin” and asserted that America re-entering the 2015 deal would be an “unparalleled self-inflicted wound, to ourselves and our closest Middle East allies.”
The Justice Department described Poursafi as at-large abroad but did not elaborate on where he might be located. It is not clear when or if he will be taken into custody. He faces charges of using interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder-for-hire and attempting to provide transnational support to a murder plot.
The Revolutionary Guard is a paramilitary organization formed in the wake of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution to defend its clerically overseen government. The Quds Force is the Guard’s expeditionary unit, responsible for operations abroad.
Soleimani was the head of that force, and the Defense Department said at the time of the January 2020 strike that it killed him because he “was actively developing plans to attack American diplomats and service members in Iraq and throughout the region.”
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Amber Alert: North Texas 12-year-old abducted in Chevy Silverado
Published: Jul. 16, 2022 at 4:41 PM CDT|Updated: 18 minutes ago
CORINTH, Texas (KWTX) -The Corinth Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find an abducted teen taken in a Chevy truck.
Angie Carrasco, 12, was last seen at 1:45 a.m. Saturday in the 2700 block of Cherokee Trail.
Carrasco is described as a Hispanic girl who is 5′1″, 120 pounds with brown eyes and brown hair, last seen wearing a T-shirt, black shorts and black croc-style shoes.
Police say they are looking for an unknown suspect driving a 2015-2016 Chevy Silverado.
Anyone with information is asked to call (940) 279-1503.
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Kansas Cold Cases: Mercedes Holford and Crystal Andrews
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - July marks two years since a mother and daughter were found shot to death in their home. Their killer has not been found.
13 NEWS goes outside the Kansas Cold Case deck this week at the request of investigators, who call this crime heartbreaking.
Photos shared by the victims’ family tell the story, Mercedes Holford, just 13, was full of life and had just finished seventh grade at Robinson Middle School. Her sister says Mercedes liked to act tough, but also loved cracking jokes.
Their mom Crystal Andrews, 37, loved nothing more than to be with her family. All of her children her pride and joy. Mercedes was the youngest.
The family members says both her mom and sister were incredible, caring, outgoing ladies with gorgeous smiles and loud laughs.
“Life is not the same and will never be the same,” she said. “Never in a million years would I have thought I would have to pick out a casket for two of the closest people in my life.”
While not comfortable speaking on camera, the family says they do want to know what happened.
Crystal and Mercedes were found fatally shot just before 2 a.m. July 14, 2020, inside their home at 512 SW 5th St., a half block west of Topeka Blvd.
“It was very difficult on the officers and detectives that worked the scene. It was horrible,” said Patrick McLaughlin, cold case investigator for the Shawnee Co. District Attorney’s Office. “Any time you see a child who has been murdered, it just strikes a special chord in your heart that makes it that much more difficult, and you’re just that much more motivated to see resolution to the case.”
McLaughlin says they’re putting out a new call for tips now because time is working against them.
“It’s been two years. Any time a case progresses, and time goes by, it does tend to get a little bit more difficult. That’s why we’re pressing the public to please come forward,” he said. “Right now, it is an active investigation. I wouldn’t really consider it cold because we do have active leads that we are working on, but we really need people to come forward with whatever information they have on what led up to this.”
One piece of information that could help is who the person is seen in a surveillance image, walking past a garage near the home. McLaughlin said they’re also investigating the possibility Mercedes and Crystal knew the person who killed them.
While they wait for answers, the family is holding on to the smiles captured in photos, and urging anyone with even a tiny detail to speak up.
If you know anything about who killed Crystal Andrews and Mercedes Holford, call Shawnee Co. Crime Stoppers, 785-234-0007 or submit tips through their web site. You can remain anonymous, and tips leading to an arrest could earn you a cash reward.
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From paint to portable grills, Lowe's now offering nearly 30,000 items for delivery straight to your door – in as fast as an hour via Instacart
MOORESVILLE, N.C. and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the seasons change and homeowners gear up to begin tackling fall projects to get their homes ready for guests, Lowe's is making it easier for everyone to enjoy the holidays. Lowe's and Instacart today announced that same-day delivery is now available from more than 1,700 Lowe's stores nationwide.
Nearly 30,000 items can be ordered for delivery in as fast as an hour, freeing up customers to spend more time sprucing up, decorating and making holiday memories this fall. Lowe's is one of the first retailers on the Instacart App to roll out same-day and scheduled delivery for large items, up to 3x3x5 feet and 60 pounds. Without ever having to leave the yard, customers can order small Halloween inflatables, fire pit essentials and even small portable grills to be delivered from the store to their door.
Customers can also purchase those just-right holiday gifts such as smart home products, hand tools and electronics, along with fall accessories like pillows, blankets and outdoor string lights, all available for delivery in as fast as an hour from their local store.
"Lowe's knows how much this time of year means to our customers. Whether they are rounding out their Halloween decorating or getting started on holiday prep and gifting, we're able to offer more products, more convenience and more value for customers as we continue to improve the shopping experience in-store and online," said Mike Shady, Lowe's senior vice president of online. "We're excited to open up this new fulfillment offering across the U.S. for customers to shop for all of their project needs."
Lowe's piloted same-day delivery via Instacart in select markets in February and is Instacart's leading national home improvement partner. Lowe's now offers same-day delivery from stores across all 50 states and Washington D.C. In addition to the expanded assortment of household and home and garden essentials, from grass seed to garden hoses, Lowe's is one of the only retailers today that sells non-mixed paint on the Instacart App, offering non-tinted paint and assorted paint supplies for customers.
"As the seasons change, we know customers are thinking about how to get their homes ready for fall," said Chris Rogers, chief business officer at Instacart. "We're excited to offer Lowe's wide variety of home improvement essentials for delivery across the country so customers can get exactly what they need, seamlessly. Connecting customers to their favorite retailers is at the core of what we do, and we're proud to help Lowe's expand their e-commerce offering to serve their customers in a new way."
To begin shopping from Lowe's for same-day delivery via Instacart, customers can visit www.instacart.com/lowes-home-improvement or select the Lowe's storefront on the Instacart App. For all orders, an Instacart shopper will pick and deliver items within the customer's chosen delivery timeframe. Customers can follow along and live chat with their shopper in real time as needed.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 20 million customer transactions a week in the United States and Canada. With fiscal year 2021 sales of over $96 billion, Lowe's and its related businesses operate or service nearly 2,200 home improvement and hardware stores and employ over 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
About Instacart
Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, works with grocers and retailers to transform how people shop. The company partners with more than 900 national, regional, and local retail brands to facilitate online shopping, delivery and pickup services from more than 75,000 stores across more than 13,000 cities in North America on the Instacart Marketplace. Instacart makes it possible for millions of busy people and families to get the groceries they need from the retailers they love, and for more than 600,000 Instacart shoppers to earn by picking, packing and delivering orders for customers on their own flexible schedule. The Instacart Platform offers retailers a suite of enterprise-grade technology products and services to power their e-commerce experiences, fulfill orders, digitize brick-and-mortar stores, provide advertising services, and glean insights. With Instacart Ads, thousands of CPG brands – from category leaders to emerging brands – partner with the company to connect directly with consumers online, right at the point of purchase. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company, and to start shopping, visit www.instacart.com. For anyone interested in becoming an Instacart shopper, visit https://shoppers.instacart.com/.
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BELTON — No servicesare planned for Fred M. King Jr., 73, of Little River-Academy.
Mr. King died Monday, May 23, at a local hospital.
He was born Dec. 17, 1948, in Port Arthur to Fred M. Sr. and Lola E. Hopper King. He graduated from Belton High School. He served in the U.S. Navy. He married Brigitte King in 1978.
He was preceded in death by his wife; and a son, David King.
Survivors include a daughter, Melissa King; his father; a brother, Richard “Chico” King; and two sisters, Charlotte Benavidez and Marcy King.
Crotty Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Belton is in charge of arrangements. | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_71278fc2-dbbe-11ec-8e97-eb0213066ae4.html | 2022-05-25T07:17:10Z |
Research shows many shoppers purchase plant-based meat and/or dairy products as part of a healthy lifestyle
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acosta, a global integrated sales and marketing services provider in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, today released its latest research report, Plant-Based Eating: Trend or Fad? The report explores consumers' increased interest in purchasing plant-based meat and dairy alternatives. According to Acosta's research, 40% of today's shoppers buy plant-based meat and/or dairy products, citing health as their key motivating factor.
"Consumers' focus on healthy living increased significantly since the onset of COVID-19," said Kathy Risch, Senior Vice President, Business Intelligence at Acosta. "Larger conversations about the importance of health and wellness have alerted many consumers to the potential long-term benefits of meat and dairy alternatives, and plant-based product sales are rising as a result. The Plant Based Foods Association reported $7 billion dollars in plant-based sales in 2021, a 27 percent increase from 2019. We expect to see steady growth in this category through the next decade, as consumer awareness continues to expand."
Acosta's research provides in-depth insight surrounding consumers' increased interest in plant-based products.
Plant-Based Shopping Habits
- Forty percent of consumers surveyed in March 2022 purchased plant-based meat and/or dairy products within the last six months, with over half of those surveyed (60%) purchasing plant-based products several times a month.
- Consumers typically buy plant-based meat and dairy alternatives to replace beef, pork and traditional milk.
Product Loyalty
- Sixty-four percent of plant-based buyers purchase within this category at least several times a month.
- Fifty-seven percent of plant-based buyers say they intend to consume plant-based alternatives throughout their lives.
- Nearly 20% of plant-based buyers say they follow a fully plant-based lifestyle.
Lingering Hesitancy
- While 50% of plant-based buyers claim it is important for restaurants to offer plant-based options, only about 20% usually buy these alternatives when eating out.
- About 33% of all U.S. shoppers claim to perceive plant-based foods as a fad, despite growing interest and demand.
Acosta's Plant-Based Eating: Trend or Fad? report was gathered via online surveys using the company's proprietary Shopper Community, conducted in March 2022.
About Acosta
Acosta is an integrated sales and marketing services provider that enables consumer packaged goods brands and retailers to win in the modern marketplace by delivering progressive solutions and exceptional service. With more than 90 years of experience, Acosta understands evolving consumer needs and helps its clients and customers stay a step ahead, fueling their accelerated performance. For more information, please visit https://www.acosta.com/.
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‘Hometown boy done good’ – a South Georgia trailblazer is leading the Pentagon at a turbulent time
Secretary Lloyd Austin, a Georgia native, now leads as the Secretary of Defense.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Secretary Lloyd Austin grew up in Thomasville, Georgia before making his way to West Point. He rose through the ranks while on active duty, becoming a four-star general, and now as a civilian occupies the highest role at the Pentagon as Secretary of Defense. Rep. Sanford Bishop (D-Ga.) is proud to have him in this role.
“Hometown boy done good,” said Bishop.
Bishop is an Army veteran himself. He said having someone like Austin at the helm of U.S. armed forces, once the Commander of U.S. forces in Iraq then Commander of Central Command, gives confidence to the troops.
“It makes the soldier and our troops committed to the fact that they’re willing to follow the Commander in Chief, willing to follow the leaders,” said Bishop.
The Thomasville High School graduate has faced numerous tests during his first year as the civilian leader of the U.S. military. Austin received many questions about the withdrawal from Afghanistan last summer, including how 13 service members lost their lives to a suicide bomb at the Kabul airport.
Now, he faces questions about how much the U.S. military can support Ukraine against Russian aggression. Bishop thinks Austin and the administration are handling it well.
“President Biden and his security team, including Secretary Austin, have done a tremendous job unifying our NATO allies and the world,” said Bishop.
Bishop said he has worked with Austin throughout the years on different causes, including helping families of veterans. Bishop thinks it is in the DNA of his district to serve.
“Our core values: God, country, work, and family. And of course, country is patriotism,” said Bishop.
Bishop notes that Thomasville is rich in U.S. military history. Henry Flipper, the first black graduate of West Point in 1977, is also a native of Thomasville. Last year, Lloyd Austin made history when he became the first black Secretary of Defense.
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MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center ('MD Anderson') and Radiopharm Theranostics Limited ('Radiopharm')(ASX: RAD) today announced the launch of Radiopharm Ventures, LLC, a joint venture company created to develop novel radiopharmaceutical therapeutic products for cancer.
Radiopharm Ventures brings together MD Anderson's innovative and proprietary technologies in antigen discovery and molecular imaging with Radiopharm's expertise in developing radiopharmaceutical products. The joint venture will focus initially on developing at least four therapeutic products based on MD Anderson intellectual property.
"Radiopharmaceuticals continue to be rapidly developed as a highly promising therapeutic frontier in oncology," said Riccardo Canevari, chief executive officer at Radiopharm. "We are pleased to have this opportunity to collaborate with MD Anderson and its tremendous scientists as we work to make significant in-roads into cancer therapy for the benefit of patients."
Radiopharmaceuticals are designed to deliver small doses of radiation to specifically targeted cells for either therapeutic or diagnostic purposes. Effective cancer radiopharmaceuticals require tumor-specific targets not found in healthy tissue. MD Anderson researchers have established novel platforms to discover and validate tumor specific antigens, offering promising candidates for the development of new radiopharmaceuticals.
The first potential therapeutic candidate is a humanized immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody against the tumor-specific antigen B7-H3, also known as CD276, which is highly expressed in several common tumors but not in healthy cells. The antibody was developed in the laboratory of David Piwnica-Worms, M.D., Ph.D., chair of Cancer Systems Imaging at MD Anderson. Pre-clinical studies suggest the candidate radiotherapeutic antibody is effective in eliminating resistant colorectal cancers in laboratory models.
"Based on our early pre-clinical data, B7-H3 represents a promising radiotherapeutic target, and we look forward to having the opportunity to work with the team at Radiopharm with the goal of advancing our therapeutic candidate toward future clinical studies," Piwnica-Worms said.
In addition, the work of Samir Hanash, M.D., Ph.D., professor of Clinical Cancer Prevention at MD Anderson, has resulted in extensive characterization of the cancer surfaceome - the catalogue of proteins found specifically on the surface of cancer cells across cancer types - resulting in novel targets with cancer-restricted expression. Radiopharm Ventures has an opportunity to select additional targets from this dataset and plans to prioritize selection based on unmet needs in oncology.
"The cancer surfaceome holds a wealth of information about antigens restricted to cancer," Hanash said. "Mining the data, generated at the petabyte level, has uncovered many compelling targets that have not previously been explored, and we are pleased for the opportunity to collaborate with Radiopharm in developing innovative new treatment options for some targets."
Once targets have been selected, Radiopharm will collaborate with Hanash and Piwnica-Worms at MD Anderson to advance preclinical development of potential therapeutic candidates.
About Radiopharm Ventures, LLC
Radiopharm Ventures, LLC is a limited liability company jointly owned by Radiopharm Theranostics (USA), Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Radiopharm) (51%) and MD Anderson (49%). The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has granted a license to Radiopharm Ventures for certain patent and technology rights for development and commercialization effective from 11 September 2022 (effective date). The license may continue until the later of twenty (20) years from effective date or the end of the life of the licensed patents. The license may be terminated at any time by mutual written agreement. The agreement between Radiopharm Ventures and MD Anderson includes royalty and milestone payment obligations that arise from the development and/or commercialization of licensed products. The costs will be shared by Radiopharm and MD Anderson and both parties will share ownership of the resultant intellectual property.
Authorised on behalf of the Radiopharm Theranostics board of directors by Chairman Paul Hopper.
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Disclosure
MD Anderson has an institutional conflict of interest (COI) with Radiopharm Theranostics and Radiopharm Ventures due to MD Anderson's ownership in Radiopharm Ventures. Piwnica-Worms is considered an Institutional Decision Maker under MD Anderson's Institutional COI Policy and has a personal financial relationship with Radiopharm Ventures. These relationships will be managed according to an MD Anderson Institutional COI Management and Monitoring Plan.
About Radiopharm Theranostics
Radiopharm Theranostics is a clinical stage radiotherapeutics company developing a world-class platform of innovative radiopharmaceutical products for diagnostic and therapeutic applications in areas of high unmet medical need. Radiopharm has been listed on ASX (ticker: RAD) since November 2021. The company has a pipeline of four distinct and highly differentiated platform technologies spanning peptides, small molecules and monoclonal antibodies for use in cancer, in pre-clinical and clinical stages of development from some of the world's leading universities and institutes. The pipeline has been built based on the potential to be first to market or best in class. The clinical program includes five Phase II and two Phase I trials in a variety of solid tumor cancers including breast, kidney and brain. Learn more at RadiopharmTheranostics.com.
About MD Anderson
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston ranks as one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. The institution's sole mission is to end cancer for patients and their families around the world. MD Anderson is one of only 53 comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). MD Anderson is No. 1 for cancer in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals" rankings. It has been named one of the nation's top two hospitals for cancer since the rankings began in 1990. MD Anderson receives a cancer center support grant from the NCI of the National Institutes of Health (P30 CA016672).
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The 1RU encoder/decoder with up to four in/out feeds simplifies the workflow for sharing and receiving multiple live feeds to, and from, multiple destinations
HACKENSACK, N.J., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Complementing its LiveU Matrix IP cloud video distribution service, LiveU today unveiled its new Matrix Transceiver with up to four flexible in/out SDI feeds, designed for maximum versatility for switching between live video distribution and contribution. The new rackmount unit enables broadcasters and content producers to share and receive high-quality, low latency live feeds simultaneously to, and from, global destinations as part of a single workflow. With encoding and decoding combined in the same device, users can easily change from inputs to outputs on the fly.
Enhancing the LiveU Matrix functionality, the Transceiver rackmount device provides a highly flexible and cost-effective solution for existing and new LiveU customers. No pre-configuration is required, and everything can be managed remotely via software using the LiveU Central unified management platform. Power consumption and carbon footprint are reduced by combining both the encoder and decoder into a single 1RU.
Trusted by leading broadcasters and content providers worldwide, the LiveU Matrix ensures mission-critical resiliency, leveraging the LiveU Reliable Transport (LRT™) protocol for high-quality live video distribution – inside or outside the organization. Customers can manage an exponential number of live feeds and share them with a global audience. With the LiveU Matrix Global Directory, users have access to over 5,000 LiveU customers worldwide, growing their distribution capabilities.
Amir Kamzel, VP Product, LiveU said, "We're constantly looking at innovative ways of optimizing the workflow for news, sports and other markets while expanding our live video capabilities. Providing built-in flexibility, the LiveU Matrix Transceiver reduces the need for multiple encoding and decoding devices with a dedicated distribution and contribution solution. Users can dynamically choose the optimal combination of sharing and receiving SDI channels, supporting up to four simultaneous feeds. We listened to our customers and directly addressed their broadcast requirements with a multi-purpose solution, helping them to simplify their operations and widen their reach for their video content."
LiveU's end-to-end live video solutions will be on display with its end-to-end cloud production workflow at IBC2022 in Amsterdam (Stand 7.C30). For more info, visit: https://get.liveu.tv/ibc-2022/.
LiveU is shaping the future of live video, powering video production workflows and cloud services for news, sports, and other verticals. Building on our global market leadership and innovation, LiveU offers the highest quality, reliable and cost-effective end-to-end solutions for all types of live productions – producing more for less. Our broad portfolio ranges from our portable production-level field units and smartphone apps to satellite/cellular hybrid solutions and next-gen cloud-based IP management, orchestration, ingest and distribution solutions. With over 5,000 customers in 150 countries, LiveU's technology is the solution of choice for global broadcasters, sports, and other organizations (including government, education, public safety, enterprise, and production houses), streaming live video to TV, mobile, online, and social media. LiveU is a recipient of Frost & Sullivan's 2021 North America New Product Innovation Award for its LU800 unit and a winner of the 71st Annual Technology & Engineering Emmy® Awards in recognition of its innovation and achievement in Video over Cellular Internet Protocol (VoCIP) technology. For more information, visit www.liveu.tv, or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn or Instagram.
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — The DNA of a jailed elected official who was angered by past and upcoming newspaper stories was found on the hands of a Las Vegas investigative reporter who fought for his life while being stabbed to death outside his home, authorities said Thursday.
County Public Administrator Robert Telles stood handcuffed in court with bandages on his wrists and police officers at his elbows while a prosecutor told a judge that Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jeff German’s death was a planned attack by an assailant who left his own cellphone at home and waited in a vehicle outside German’s home.
“The published articles regarding a public figure, the public administrator’s office, ruined his political career, likely his marriage, and this was him lashing out at the cause,” Chief Deputy Clark County District Attorney Richard Scow said of Telles.
Scow said German was stabbed seven times. His body was found Saturday.
Las Vegas Justice of the Peace Elana Lee Graham called a police report detailing the attack “chilling,” including the discovery of wounds on German’s arms and DNA believed to be from Telles in German’s fingernails.
“He was fighting for his life,” the judge said of the 69-year-old longtime journalist. “It appears from this report that Mr. Telles was waiting … and called (German) over to the side of his own home.”
Graham ordered Telles, 45, jailed without bail pending arraignment next Tuesday on a murder charge.
Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson called German’s death “brutal and meaningless” and the case against Telles important for the community. Wolfson said a decision about whether to seek the death penalty will be made in coming months.
Earlier Thursday, police officials described Telles’ arrest late Wednesday after a brief police standoff at his home.
Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo said Telles was hospitalized for what the sheriff called “self-inflicted” wounds, hours after investigators served a search warrant and confiscated vehicles in the criminal probe of German’s killing.
Telles had been a focus of German’s reporting about turmoil, including complaints of administrative bullying, favoritism and Telles’ relationship with a subordinate staffer in the county office that handles property of people who die without a will or family contacts. Telles, a Democrat, went on to lose his bid for reelection in the June primary.
“This has been an unusual case from the beginning,” Lombardo told reporters at a news conference, “the murder of an investigative journalist, and the main suspect an elected official here in Clark County.”
Lombardo is the elected head of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and is running as a Republican for governor. He said Telles was quickly identified as a suspect with the help of media, including the Review-Journal.
“Every murder is tragic. But the killing of a journalist is particularly troublesome,” Lombardo said.
Telles was identified early in the investigation as a person “upset about articles that were being written by German, as an investigative journalist, that exposed potential wrongdoing,” Las Vegas Police Capt. Dori Koren said.
“Telles had publicly expressed his issues with that reporting,” Koren said. “We found out later there was additional reporting that was pending.”
In addition to Telles’ suspected DNA at the crime scene, Koren said investigators serving a search warrant at Telles’ home found shoes and a distinctive wide straw hat.
Koren said the items matched those worn by a person captured on security camera video wearing a blaze orange shirt and walking toward German’s home. He showed photos of the shoes and the hat and said they had been been cut up.
A murder weapon has not been found, but Lombardo said police have “distorted” video that shows the attack. He said investigators were attempting to enhance it.
Investigators said a distinctive maroon GMC Yukon Denali SUV was seen driving around German’s neighborhood Sept. 2, the morning of the killing, stopping several times. That vehicle, registered to Telles’ wife, departed Telles’ home around 9 a.m. and returned around noon, Koren said.
Police believe German was attacked about 11:15 a.m., and his garage door was open.
Telles was questioned by police Wednesday and then returned home, where he ignored reporters’ questions as he entered and did not respond to officers at his door until SWAT units and an ambulance arrived in the evening.
German joined the Review-Journal in 2010 after more than two decades at the Las Vegas Sun, where he was a columnist and reporter who covered courts, politics, labor, government and organized crime.
In a statement, German’s family called him “a loving and loyal brother, uncle and friend who devoted his life to his work exposing wrongdoing in Las Vegas and beyond.”
“We’re shocked, saddened and angry about his death,” the statement said. “Jeff was committed to seeking justice for others and would appreciate the hard work by local police and journalists in pursuing his killer. We look forward to seeing justice done in this case.”
Glenn Cook, executive editor of the Review-Journal, said the newsroom had mixed emotions following Telles’ arrest.
“We are relieved Robert Telles is in custody and outraged that a colleague appears to have been killed for reporting on an elected official,” the statement said. “Journalists can’t do the important work our communities require if they are afraid a presentation of facts could lead to violent retribution.”
“Hopefully, the Review-Journal, the German family and Jeff’s many friends can begin the process of mourning and honoring a great man and a brave reporter,” it said.
Telles, a lawyer who practiced probate and estate law, won his elected position in 2018, replacing a three-term public administrator. He lost his June party primary to Assistant Public Administrator Rita Reid, who faces a Republican challenger in November. Telles’ term expires Dec. 31.
Clark County officials said Thursday that Telles was suspended and banned from county offices or property pending a review of his position as an elected official.
“County employees of the administrator’s office are currently working from home, and the office will remain closed until a determination is made about when it can reopen,” the statement said.
In the weeks before the June 14 primary, German bylined reports about an office “mired in turmoil and internal dissension” between longtime employees and new hires under Telles’ leadership.
Telles blamed “old-timers” for exaggerating the extent of his relationship with a female staffer and falsely claiming that he mistreated them.
Telles later posted Twitter complaints about German, the Review-Journal reported, including claims in June that German was a bully who was “obsessed” with him.
German, widely known and respected for his tenacity, was working on follow-up reports, the newspaper said Wednesday. He recently filed public records requests for emails and text messages between Telles and three other county officials, including Reid and consultant Michael Murphy.
Murphy, the former Clark County coroner hired to address complaints about leadership in the public administrators’ office, did not immediately respond to a telephone message. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/ap-police-officials-dna-found-at-slain-reporters-crime-scene/ | 2022-09-09T01:00:24Z |
How to tell what is dandruff or dry scalp and how to treat it
One of the most important aspects of a healthy head of hair is a healthy scalp. Haircare starts with the scalp, ensuring that it is clean and has the correct oil production. You can do this by balancing the pH levels or checking to ensure hormones are balanced if shampoo or scalp treatments do not produce results.
The difference between dandruff and dry scalp is that dandruff is caused by an overproduction of oil in the scalp, while a lack of oil causes dry scalp.
Causes of dandruff
According to the Mayo Clinic, dandruff is “considered to be a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis.” Seborrheic dermatitis is also known as “cradle cap” in babies. The leading causes of dandruff are a build-up of oil in the scalp, an overproduction of oil, or an imbalance of hormones. Often overusing products such as curling mousse, hairspray, styling gel or paste without washing the hair enough can result in dandruff.
Dandruff treatment pros
The pros of dandruff treatments are that they can effectively cleanse and remove dirt, product, oil build-up and dead skin cells. In most cases, just a couple of treatments and routine maintenance are enough to get on track toward a healthy scalp.
Dandruff treatment cons
The cons of dandruff treatments are that some of them can be too harsh for sensitive skin. It is also vital not to over wash with these products because they can dry the scalp, resulting in more flakiness.
Best treatments for dandruff
The Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is a highly recommended shampoo to eliminate dandruff within just a few washes while still being gentle on color-treated, chemically processed hair as well as grey hair. While this is a more expensive option than other products, it is powerful enough to combat severe cases.
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A classic go-to for dandruff treatments is Head and Shoulders. This is one of the most well-known anti-dandruff shampoos. It is perfect for anyone looking for credible treatment at a great value.
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If you’d like something more natural to occasionally incorporate into your shower routine, this Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal and Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo is an excellent choice. Charcoal has a great cleasing power and coconut oil will keep your scalp moisturized.
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Additional accessories to help remove dandruff, dirt, oil and product build-up are shampoo brushes such as the Heeta Scalp Care Hair Brush, which you can also use to massage the scalp gently.
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For more selections on recommended dandruff treatments, read the full buying guide for anti-dandruff shampoos by BestReviews.
Causes of dry scalp
The primary difference between dandruff and dry scalp is that an excess or overproduction of oils from the scalp causes dandruff. Dandruff is typically caused by hormones, washing the hair too often or not washing the hair enough. By contrast, a lack of oil production causes dry scalp, appearing as flaking on the scalp.
A lack of oil in the scalp can result from harsh shampoos, damage from coloring the hair and other abrasive treatments that can irritate the scalp. It can also be caused by simply shampooing too often. It is important to note that how often to wash your hair depends on the hair type and texture. In many cases, hair texture that is thick, curly or kinky is usually drier and should not be washed as many times throughout the week as fine or thin hair, which tends to be more oily.
Dry scalp treatment pros
Dry scalp treatment pros include the benefits of a replenished scalp that feels refreshed, soothed and moisturized.
Dry scalp treatment cons
If done excessively, it could make the scalp too oily or irritate.
Best treatments for dry scalp
The Tea Tree Special Shampoo is a soothing, minty treatment that refreshes and revitalizes the scalp, providing moisture and taking away itchiness.
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The Malibu C Scalp Wellness Shampoo has an inviting spearmint and eucalyptus scent that calms and prevents dry, flaky scalp. Apply only a small portion to test how dry it may make your hair for the first wash.
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Derma E Scalp Relief Shampoo is a gentle and nourishing way to give relief from dry scalp. It contains tea tree and menthol, which cools on contact. This is also a 100% vegan, sulfate-free and GMO-free product.
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This Himalayan Salt Scalp Scrub shampoo is perfect for moisturizing and making hair soft and shiny. It naturally exfoliates and detoxifies while giving a refreshing peppermint and rosemary scent.
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The Pearland location is Black Rock's fifth store opening in Texas in six months
PORTLAND, Ore., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Rock Coffee Bar, founded in Portland, Oregon, has announced it is opening a new store in Pearland, Texas, a suburb at the southern end of Greater Houston Metro. With its grand opening on Friday, June 17th, this location marks the sixth store to open in the Houston area and the 13th in the Lone Star State.
Located at 11930 Broadway Street, Suite 110 in the Shadow Creek Ranch community, the boutique coffee bar will celebrate its grand opening by offering all customers free 16 oz. drinks all day on June 17th at this location as well as other specials throughout the following week.
"We love serving the communities in Texas and are thrilled to now serve the folks in Pearland," said Josh Pike, CEO of Black Rock Coffee Bar. "At Black Rock, we are rooted by coffee, connection and community. That means our baristas hope to make a positive impact on every person that visits our stores, while serving our award-winning coffee and popular flavored energy drinks."
The boutique coffee chain that was founded in Oregon is known for its premium roasted coffees, teas, smoothies and flavorful Fuel® energy drinks - all prepared and served by a Black Rock team of baristas that elevate the Black Rock Coffee Bar experience with exceptional customer service.
With more than 100 stores across seven states, the approximately 2,000 square-foot Pearland location incorporates Black Rock's signature industrial modern design and features a large Texas-themed mural that is designed to connect to the region.
Founded in 2008 in Portland, Oregon, an area of the Pacific Northwest known for its coffee excellence, Black Rock Coffee Bar continues its rapid expansion through the west and into the sunbelt, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Texas and Washington. The boutique coffee chain recently was named the Fastest Growing Private Company in Oregon and SW Washington in 2021 by the Portland Business Journal.
The Black Rock culture prides itself on providing opportunities for young people to learn how to lead, run a business, and develop people skills.
About Black Rock Coffee Bar
Black Rock Coffee Bar is a national boutique coffee shop that is known for its premium roasted coffees, teas, smoothies and flavorful Fuel® energy drinks. Founded as a family owned and operated business in Oregon in 2008, Black Rock Coffee Bar has grown to more than 100 retail locations in seven states. The Black Rock culture prides itself on not only being a positive force for the communities it serves, but also the team members that fuel their locations day in and day out. An important aspect of their team mission is to recognize those that go above and beyond by displaying the 4G's of Black Rock – grit, growth, gratitude and grace.
For more information, visit https://br.coffee/
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Chris Brock and Nick Eschenheimer to Bring Expert Support to Financial Advisors and Their Clients
DRESHER, Pa., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascensus—whose technology and expertise helps millions of people save for retirement, education, and healthcare—announced that industry veterans Chris Brock and Nick Eschenheimer have been appointed Regional Vice Presidents on the firm's retirement plan sales team.
Brock joins Ascensus as Regional Vice President in the Northern Florida region, reporting to Anthony Bologna, Eastern Division vice president.
Brock has served in the financial services industry for 25 years, most recently as Regional Vice President at Securian Financial. He earned a B.B.A. in Marketing at Texas Tech University and holds Series 6, Series 7, and Series 63 licenses.
Nick Eschenheimer joins the Ascensus retirement sales team as Regional Vice President serving Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas, reporting to Lori Zeman, Western Division vice president.
Eschenheimer most recently held the role of Director, Retirement Services/External Wholesaler at Principal Financial Group.
His accreditations and licenses include Series 24, 7, 63 and 65, Accredited Investment Fiduciary Designation, and Oklahoma Registered Investment Advisor. He earned a B.A. in Economics at the University of Missouri.
"We're confident that Chris and Nick will contribute greatly to our experienced team, enhancing expert support to our partners and their clients," said Jason Crane, Ascensus' head of retirement distribution. "This is a crucial time for our industry, and both Chris and Nick bring outstanding backgrounds and reputations for excellence to Ascensus."
About Ascensus
Ascensus is a market-leading enabler of tax-advantaged savings—providing technology, services, and expertise that help more than 15 million people save for retirement, education, and healthcare.
We are a premier savings program service provider, third-party administrator, and government savings facilitator. Our platforms, industry knowledge, and data-based insights enhance the growth and success of our partners, their clients, and savers through co-branded, private-labeled, and governmental partnerships.
Ascensus offers comprehensive qualified and non-qualified retirement plan solutions, third-party retirement plan administration, 529 education and ABLE savings program administration, health savings and COBRA administration, corporate- and bank-owned life insurance solutions, and fiduciary and total rewards services.
The company's brands include Ascensus; Newport, an Ascensus company; PAi, an Ascensus company; and FuturePlan by Ascensus. Ascensus has more than $706 billion in assets under administration and employs more than 5,600 associates as of June 30, 2022.
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Partnership to Help Consumers Buy Discounted Solar Panels
CHICAGO, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) and Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) will hold a special, interactive Facebook Live event to inform Chicagoland consumers about an innovative program that has helped participants use solar power to collectively cut their electric bills by tens of thousands of dollars.
CUB, a nonprofit consumer watchdog group, announced that it is holding a joint online event with MREA to answer consumer questions about going solar and how to join the Grow Solar Chicagoland group-buy program. This information session, called a "Solar Power Hour," is:
- Wednesday May 25, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Register here or watch live on CUB's Facebook Page.
Now in its third year, the Grow Solar Chicagoland program offers free educational sessions as well as volume-pricing discounts on solar panels.
Since 2019, the program has helped 205 properties install 1,474 kilowatts of solar. Past participants have collectively reduced their energy costs by nearly $100,000 in just one year. Along with a lower base price for solar panels, the Grow Solar program group buy has a series of price breaks as the program hits participation benchmarks thanks to bulk purchasing.
The program officially launched May 19, and the deadline to participate is Sept. 30. Visit www.GrowSolar.org/Chicagoland/ for more information.
Citizens Utility Board represents the interests of residential and small-business utility customers and has saved consumers more than $20 billion by helping to block rate hikes, secure refunds and fight for clean, affordable energy. For more information, call CUB's Hotline, 1-800-669-5556, or visit www.CitizensUtilityBoard.org.
The Midwest Renewable Energy Association was incorporated as a 501(c)3 nonprofit shortly after the first Energy Fair in 1990. MREA's mission is to promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration. To learn more, call 715-592-6595 or visit www.midwestrenew.org.
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K-State’s Vaughn, Lee nominated as Big 12 Athletes of the Year
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - K-State’s Ayoka Lee and Deuce Vaughn will vie for the 2021-22 Big 12 Athlete of the Year.
The Big 12 Conference announced Saturday afternoon that Kansas State University’s Ayoka Lee and Deuce Vaughn have been nominated to take home its Athlete of the Year title.
Wildcats women’s basketball’s Ayoka Lee, a junior from Byron, Minn., was named to the 2021-22 Big 12 All-Defensive Team and was unanimously chosen to the All-Big 12 First Team. She was also named a Lisa Leslie Award Finalist, Wooden Award National Ballot Top 15 and a Naismith Women’s Defensive Player of the Year Semifinalist. She’s been named as Player of the Week 14 times from 5 different organizations - including 4 times from the Big 12.
The Conference noted that Lee set the division’s single-game record with 61 points against Oklahoma in January. She is also the only player in the nation during the previous season to reach 725 or more points, 325 or more rebounds and 90 or more blocks.
K-State Football’s Deuce Vaughn, a senior from Round Rock, Texas, was the 11th player in school history to be named a Consensus All-American in 2021. He was also a finalist for the 2021 Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award and a semifinalist for the Doak Walker Award. He was also included in the First Team Academic All-Big 12 and CoSIDA First Team Academic All-District honoree.
The Big 12 said Vaugn ranked fourth in the nation this season with 22 total touchdowns and ranked fifth in scrimmage yards per game. It said he scored 132 points in a season, owning the record for sophomores and ranked third highest among all players.
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Actions will support DSC's Promise with a focus on reducing fossil-based plastic use
SINGAPORE, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dole Sunshine Company (DSC) today announced a partnership with The Ocean Race, the world's toughest test of a team in sport and leader in sports sustainability, to help shine a light on the critical issues affecting our ocean's health. Kicking off just after World Ocean Day 2022, celebrated on June 8, the collaboration will support DSC's efforts toward net zero carbon emissions by 2030 and zero fossil-based plastic packaging by 2025. The partnership will raise awareness of threats to the ocean, the critical role organizations and individuals play in keeping it (and themselves) healthy and help drive action for a better planet.
As a Positive Change Partner of The Ocean Race, DSC will play a role in ongoing sustainability initiatives developed in collaboration with founding partner 11th Hour Racing, such as The Ocean Race Summits. The events bring together global decision makers to help drive new and improved policies to protect and govern the ocean and support healthy seas. In addition to networking and knowledge exchange, DSC will take The Ocean Race's innovative approach to people and leadership to inculcate resilience, teamwork and collaboration in internal programs.
"The health of our ocean, amid climate change, resource waste and declining natural resources, is more important than ever for our planet," said Pier Luigi Sigismondi, President, Food and Beverages Group, Dole Sunshine Company. "The same can be said for the health of our people. We believe it is time for a change, and we are taking action where we can be most effective, from alliances with like-minded partners, to removing processed sugars and fossil-based plastic packaging from our products. It's been extremely important for us as an organization to align with those who can offer expertise and access to help us make an impact amid the growing expectations of the next generation, since introducing our Promise in 2020. We're thrilled to partner with the world's pinnacle ocean race, and a true leader in sustainability. We look forward to the work we will do together."
"We are happy to welcome DSC, a company that is taking a leadership position in sustainability with The Ocean Race family," said Richard Brisius, Race Chairman of The Ocean Race. "Working together, we believe we can have a positive impact on restoring ocean health by giving a voice to the ocean. DSC shares that view and will be a valuable contributor to this effort."
In addition, DSC will play a key role in backing the ambitious goal of driving a Universal Declaration of Ocean Rights, an initiative led by The Ocean Race. The draft principles of the Declaration would set out a global framework for governing the ocean to ensure it is properly protected, and will be presented in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly in September 2023. If the concept is agreed, the Declaration would be written with input from countries across the world in a collective effort.
To learn more, watch YouTube and visit DoleSunshine.com.
The name Dole Sunshine Company is used to represent the global interests and combined efforts of Dole Asia Holdings, Dole Worldwide Packaged Foods and Dole Asia Fresh. Dole Sunshine Company is not an actual business entity and does not operate as such in any country or region.
Since 1973, The Ocean Race has provided the ultimate test of a team and a human adventure like no other. For nearly 50 years, it has kept an almost mythical hold over some of the greatest sailors and been the proving ground for the legends of our sport.
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UTV backfire causes grassfire in Love County
Published: Apr. 11, 2022 at 12:54 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
LOVE COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - Firefighters responded to a small UTV and grassfire Sunday morning.
According to the Love County Fire Department, the owner said the machine backfired and caused a grassfire that quickly enveloped the UTV.
Firefighters said this is a reminder that even with recent rain, there is still a lot of dead fuel or leaves and fallen branches in many places, and it doesn’t take much for that vegetation to dry out and catch on fire.
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Meese Road NE closed Thursday
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NIMISHILLEN TWP. – Meese Road NE will be closed at the railroad tracks about four-tenths of a mile north of state Route 153 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, according to the Stark County Engineer's Office. Crews will be repairing the railroad, and there will be no through traffic. Detour using Paris Avenue NE and state Route 153. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/04/13/meese-road-ne-closed-thursday-nimishillen-township/7309968001/ | 2022-04-13T22:40:13Z |
SINGAPORE, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Double Protocol, the fully decentralized Rental Protocol for utility NFTs renowned for pioneering the NFT rental standard 'ERC-4907', has revealed its roadmap for 2022-2023, which lists a number of goals that Double Protocol is working towards in order to achieve its mission of unlocking the liquidity of utility NFTs. Some of the features planned for utility NFTs according to the roadmap include leasing, subscription, rent-to-own (buy-now-pay-later), IP licensing, and usage rights transactions. Double Protocol is the project developed by Emoji DAO.
ERC-4907, which received 'final' status last month to become the 30th ERC standard on Ethereum, is a revolutionary token standard that streamlines NFT rentals by introducing dual roles of 'owner' and 'user' at the token standard layer. This makes the NFTs rentable by default and allows NFT projects to adopt the standard by adding just a few lines of codes to check whether an address is the current valid user or the owner.
This allows NFT projects to spend more time working on the product instead of focusing on the NFT rental functionality at the application layer. Further, the application of this standard greatly reduces the development and integration costs of utility NFT leases such as in games, metaverses, and membership cards, enabling more liquidity of NFT assets.
Double Protocol has already deployed its rental protocol on both the Ethereum mainnet and BNB chain and plans to expand to other major EVM chains like Polygon by the end of 2022 and eventually to non-EVM chains like Solana by 2023.
The first goal on the roadmap in 2022 is the launch of the 'subscription' feature. The 'subscription' feature will begin with the launch of ENS subdomain issuance going live at the beginning of August. As a part of the development of its subscription feature, Double Protocol has also proposed ERC-5007, a time-based NFT token standard designed for subscription NFTs.
Other goals planned for 2022 include launching support for the rental of ERC-1155 NFTs and the rent-to-own feature. In order to support the rental of ERC-1155 NFTs, Double protocol has introduced ERC-5006 (an ERC-1155 compatible version of ERC-4907) which is now in the status of 'review'. As for its 'rent-to-own' feature, it can be simply described as a form of 'buy-now-pay-later' feature.
The rent-to-own feature will allow an individual to eventually buy a utility NFT by paying part of the price of the NFT in the beginning and gaining access to the usage rights of the NFT in the form of 'renting'. Once the individual pays the whole price of the NFT over a duration of time, they switch from 'renting' to 'owning' the NFT. This feature will be extremely useful for allowing users to purchase valuable NFTs that would be unaffordable otherwise.
Coming to the 2023 section of the roadmap, there are two goals that immediately catch our eye, i.e., the launch of two additional features for utility NFTs- the 'Free Trial' and 'licensing' features.
The 'free trial' feature allows projects such as games and metaverses to grant new users access to usage rights of utility NFTs temporarily. This allows the projects to onboard new users by providing them true access to the full premium experience of the product. The 'licensing' feature, on the other hand, will enable partnered projects to share the usage and other IP rights of the NFTs with the licensee under customizable timeframes and compensations.
While all the features spoken of so far may seem like very different business applications of ERC-4907, the underlying business logic for all of them has the same foundation: the trading of usage rights for a given period of time. In addition to these features, Double Protocol is also planning the launch of two 'tools'- the 'collection management' tool and the 'guild management' tool in 2022 and 2023 respectively. All of these goals on Double's roadmap signal a truly exciting and utility-packed future for the protocol.
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MAUMEE, Ohio, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) will release its financial results for the first quarter of 2022 after 4 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. The company will host a webcast on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at 11 a.m. EDT to discuss the results and provide a company update.
To listen over the phone, please dial 888-317-6003 (U.S. toll-free) or 412-317-6061 (international toll) and use elite entry number: 3679351. To watch the webcast, go to https://app.webinar.net/OzegpVQ9Jr1 and submit the requested information as directed. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investors page of www.andersonsinc.com.
About The Andersons, Inc.
The Andersons, Inc., celebrating 75 years of service and named to Forbes® list of America's Best Employers for 2022, is a diversified company rooted in agriculture that conducts business in the commodity merchandising, renewables, and plant nutrient sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.
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Syracuse lacrosse slumping in Gary Gait’s 1st year as coach
SYRACUCE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse has struggled in Gary Gait’s first year as lacrosse coach. With three games left in the regular season, the Orange (4-7) are unranked and the only team with a losing overall record in the five-team Atlantic Coast Conference. That’s uncharted territory for Syracuse, which has had only one losing season since 1975, 5-8 in 2007 under John Desko, who retired last June. The Orange are on their second three-game losing streak of the season after blowing a five-goal lead against No. 5 Cornell and losing 16-15 in overtime at home on Monday night. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/15/syracuse-lacrosse-slumping-in-gary-gaits-1st-year-as-coach/ | 2022-04-15T23:49:19Z |
Rivers Alive sponsors Kevin and Terri Morey were able to finally remove a pesky silt fence that had been hung up in a live oak tree on the Kinchafoonee Creek since the last flood.
LEESBURG -- Forty-eight volunteers were out on the waterways of Lee County over the weekend, participating in the annual Rivers Alive cleanup. The cleanup marks the 16th straight year this project has been held in the county. In total, the volunteers were able to clean up about 23 miles of Lake Chehaw and the Muckalee and Kinchafoonee creeks.
Volunteers from the Artesian Alliance, Flint Riverkeeper, the Flint River Outpost, Lee County High School Navy Junior ROTC, Lee County government and other volunteers were on the water in various spots early in the morning. Occasional cool breezes and partly overcast skies helped keep the volunteers a little cooler.
“At the end of the day we had removed 240 pounds of trash from our waterways,” Rivers Alive organizer/Code Enforcement Officer Marshal Jim Wright said.
“Only picking up this small amount of trash is actually a good thing," Flint Riverkeeper Watershed Specialist R.J. Gipaya commented. "It shows the Lee County Program is working.”
The most unusual item recovered this year was an old well-water bladder tank from the Muckalee Creek. Mindy Phagan and her son Blake were able to lasso the tank and tow it back to the landing for proper disposal. Additionally, Rivers Alive sponsors Kevin and Terri Morey were able to finally remove a pesky silt fence that had been hung up in a live oak tree on the Kinchafoonee Creek since the last flood.
After two years of COVID restrictions, and only having a few volunteers, it was good to see volunteers return in good numbers to help with this annual cleanup, officials at the cleanup said. They also thanked all the sponsors, on-water volunteers, and behind-the-scenes personnel for making the day a success.
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Vehicle platform based on modified production Sienna helps autonomous driving kit and MaaS providers offer customers mobility where and when needed
PLANO, Texas, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) announces that its Michigan-based production development teams have been modifying Indiana-produced 2022 Sienna minivans, adding a vehicle control interface, to create a new vehicle platform compatible with third-party autonomous driving kits and sensors ("Autono") for use in Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) applications. The resulting vehicle is called the Toyota Sienna Autono-MaaS, or S-AM. The company started delivery of the completed FMVSS-compliant vehicles to customers Aurora Innovation and May Mobility from the fall of 2021, and demonstrations of the vehicle by these customers of various autonomous mobility services are already in progress.
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. and North America for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.
Toyota directly employs more than 39,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 32 million cars and trucks at our nine manufacturing plants. By 2025, Toyota's 10th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. Toyota has more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, with electrified vehicles comprising more than a quarter of our 2021 North American sales.
To help inspire the next generation for a career in STEM-based fields, including mobility, Toyota launched its virtual education hub at www.TourToyota.com with an immersive experience and chance to virtually visit many of our U.S. manufacturing facilities. The hub also includes a series of free STEM-based lessons and curriculum through Toyota USA Foundation partners, virtual field trips and more. For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.
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The former head coach of the University of Southern California's women's soccer team was sentenced Wednesday for his role in a college admissions scandal, prosecutors announced Thursday.
Ali Khosroshahin was sentenced to a year of supervised release, the first six months of which are to be served in home confinement with location monitoring, followed by 100 hours of community service, according the US Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts.
He was also ordered to forfeit nearly $209,000, according to the sentencing memorandum.
Khosroshahin, who coached the USC women's soccer team from 2007-2013, previously admitted in court that he and assistant coach Laura Janke designated four students as recruits to the team to facilitate their entrance to the school, even though the students did not play competitive soccer.
In exchange, William "Rick" Singer, identified by prosecutors as the head of the scam, directed payments totaling about $350,000 to a private soccer club controlled by Khosroshahin and Janke.
The US Attorney's Office cited Khosroshahin's early and complete acceptance of responsibility, genuine remorse, and truthful provision of substantial assistance in the government's investigation as factors in the sentencing, the memorandum said.
CNN has reached out to Khosroshahin's attorney for comment.
On Wednesday, Janke was also sentenced to time served. Janke previously agreed to plead guilty to conspiracy to commit racketeering, according to the US Attorney's Office.
Janke also agreed to cooperate with the government's investigation and to testify in the college admissions scam.
Singer pleaded guilty in 2019 to four charges: racketeering conspiracy, money laundering, tax conspiracy and obstruction of justice. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for September, according to the Department of Justice.
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