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‘I’m not jumping in after you’: Police release details into man’s drowning with officers nearby
TEMPE, Ariz. (Arizona’s Family/Gray News) - Police in Arizona released body camera footage and a transcript related to a recent incident where a man died after jumping in a lake with officers at the scene.
Arizona’s Family reports a 12-minute video shows officers talking to a man, later identified as Sean Bickings, and another woman near the Tempe City of the Arts and the Tempe Town Lake on May 28.
The video starts with Bickings sitting on a bench. One officer stays with Bickings, while two others go toward a woman who says she was Bickings’ wife. The woman told police they got into an argument but insisted everything was OK.
Minutes later, Bickings is seen on the video climbing over a bar and walking down to the lake, saying, “I’m going for a swim.” An officer tells Bickings that he can’t swim in the lake.
Police transcripts say an officer then asked Bickings what his plan was, and the man responded, “I’m going to drown. I’m going to drown.”
An officer then tells Bickings to swim to the pylon. Bickings says he can’t, and the officer replies, “OK, I’m not jumping in after you,” according to the transcript.
The transcript continues with Bickings asking officers to help him and the woman telling the officers to save him. An officer then tells the woman that another officer is getting a boat.
According to the transcript, the woman said, “I’m just distraught because he’s drowning right in front of you, and you won’t help.” An officer then says Bickings hasn’t come up for about 30 seconds.
Police said Bickings was pulled out of the water by Tempe’s fire and rescue team and pronounced deceased.
According to officials, Bickings was reportedly trying to escape arrest because of various warrants.
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The Bell County Health District on Friday lowered the community burden level for COVID-19 to medium as cases continue to drop.
At this level, the district recommends residents stay up to date on their COVID-19 vaccinations.
The threat level in the county was initially raised to high on July 25 after rising from low to medium the week prior.
Thirty-six new cases of COVID-19 were reported by the Bell County Public Health District for a total of 352 active cases.
The county’s incidence rate went down to 96.99 cases per 100,000 residents in the county.
Of the 50,748 cases reported since the pandemic started, 49,474 have recovered, and 922 people died.
The health district’s dashboard showed Trauma Service Area L had 43 of the 1,042 available hospital beds in the area taken up by COVID-19 patients. The service area covers about 512,799 residents in Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Milam, and Mills counties.
School cases
Belton Independent School District reported two cases of the virus in the district.
The Temple and Killeen school districts have stopped reporting cases in the district, and their dashboards were removed from their respective websites.
Vaccinations, testing
Several places in Temple offer vaccinations and testing, including CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, the Veterans Administration Hospital, and the Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and clinics.
A second-round free at-home test kits are available at covidtests.gov. Tests are limited to four per household and are shipped through the U.S. Postal Service. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_620858b4-2583-11ed-917a-cb4d772abd70.html | 2022-08-27T02:00:23Z |
Connected Health, Metaverse, Energizing Mobility Stand Out for New Business Exploration; $2 Million in LG Funding to Accelerate Business Development
SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics' North American Innovation Center (LG NOVA) has announced the "Selected 20" startups advancing to the next stage of its Mission for the Future global challenge competition.
These top contenders were awarded $100,000 each, $2 million total for 20 proof of concept projects. As they proceed forward, the startups will be working on a business model with LG NOVA counterparts to create a business framework.
"Over the last few months, our work with the First 50 startups has helped us continue to refine our vision for the future as we look at new areas of growth for LG," said LG Electronics Senior Vice President for Innovation Dr. Sokwoo Rhee, head of LG NOVA. "We're inspired by all of those who have participated to date with groundbreaking, thoughtful tech innovations to drive and contribute to our collaborative community and guiding principle of 'outside-in' innovation. With this announcement, we're sharing the results of our ongoing work in engaging with the startup and entrepreneur community to create impactful technologies that will lead society into the future."
Among the startups selected are strong businesses across the Connected Health, Metaverse, and Energizing Mobility sectors that are creating new solutions with the potential to transform markets and industries.
Moving forward to the next phase in the areas of Smart Lifestyles and Innovation for Impact are Digbi, a healthcare-related company exploring the area of gut and genetic microbiome; a·kin, an AI for the smarter home designed to support activities of daily living for caregivers and families; and Chefling, a smart kitchen assistant that offers recipes to cook based on ingredients from your groceries receipts. These three companies represent different aspects of people's changing priorities on simplifying life and living better with personalized services that will aid in nourishment and helping to complete daily tasks more efficiently.
In the Connected Health space, the epicenter of innovation is shifting to patient-focused care and wellness, quickened by the pace of new technology adoption in healthcare over the past two years. The startups selected in this area reflect this transition and the potential future services created as people change their perspective on new technology-based care and desire greater control over their health and the health services they receive. The startups singled out by LG NOVA in Connected Health offer innovative technology-based services through AI and the Metaverse, paired with data and services platforms centered around patient care, regardless of the setting.
With the focus on developing an advanced technology platform for providing services, MayaMD, Inc., LifeNome and Mindset Medical have been selected to move to the next phase of NOVA's challenge. Leveraging AI to provide greater information to patients and providers for better health services, MayaMD is a conversational digital human-AI health assistant. LifeNome is a precision and biological personalized enterprise health platform powered by genomics and AI. Mindset Medical is a camera sensor-based technology platform that can take health and biological readings through your personal device for medical diagnosis by doctors remotely. Expanding upon a platform for patient services, medZERO, an employer-sponsored financial wellness platform, gives employees a smarter way to pay for healthcare via on-demand access to funds to pay their out-of-pocket expenses over time at zero interest and zero fees.
XRHealth, TRIPP, Inc. and NeuroTrainer offer effective alternatives to health and wellness services for patients, through the capabilities of an XR/VR/AR environment. XRHealth is a virtual treatment room that provides patient care and rehabilitation through VR/AR paired with clinicians and real-time data analytics. TRIPP is an XR wellness platform pioneering innovative health and wellness technologies that deepen connection to self through fully immersive alternate realities. NeuroTrainer improves focus and performance with virtual reality brain training.
In the Metaverse space, LG is pursuing a variety of applications with the intent to drive broader adoption of new immersive, interactive technologies and create greater business opportunities. The LG NOVA team's choice of startups in this category include iQ3Connect, Snickerdoodle Labs, and YBVR. iQ3Connect provides immersive 3D workspace technology and a no-code platform to enable distributed teams to cost-effectively work, collaborate and train from anywhere, on any AR, VR, or 2D device. Snickerdoodle Labs is building a privacy-first, agnostic data-sharing layer where individuals own their data and the value it generates. YBVR brings live events to fans with the technology to quickly turn streaming live video content into new level of fan engagement through immersive viewing experiences.
Lastly, LG's Energizing Mobility category focuses on the electric mobility sector and EV charging infrastructure ecosystem, which are paramount to achieving a more sustainable future. The selected companies in this category provide a broad range of actionable solutions to increase the feasibility of adoption across the consumer and business markets. SparkCharge offers an affordable and convenient way for electric vehicle owners to charge their EVs without a direct- access charger at home or on the road. Driivz provides an EV charging and energy management software platform that enables players in the hospitality industry to offer a disruptive business model of EV charging-as-a-service.
I-EMS Group, Ltd. uses innovative AI and blockchain-based DERMS and transactive energy software platforms to enable power optimization across smart cities, smart homes, and e-mobility. Kardome's 3D audio technology improves speech recognition accuracy in challenging soundscapes, transforming voice UI from cloud-dependent experience to a secure real-time, and customizable user experience in any environment. Faction has a unique approach to driverless technology and light electric vehicles that introduces a more efficient way to move goods and people.
Chosen from a group of more than 1,300 applicants, the Selected 20 will continue in the process to develop their ideas at the incubation and pilot level, while working closely with LG NOVA's team of innovation and entrepreneurial experts over the next couple of months—with the goal of being chosen as a Mission for the Future challenge "Top 10" finalist. To be named in August 2022, the Top 10 will have the opportunity to build their business in collaboration with LG on an accelerated path to success, with full access to LG expertise, mentorship, and from NOVA Capital Alliance and investments from LG.
Since its official launch in August 2021, the Mission for the Future challenge has invited innovators and entrepreneurs to submit their business ideas, technologies, and concepts that look to advance people, communities, and the planet. The initial "First 50" startups selected through the challenge program received access to basic business infrastructural support and networking after demonstrating exceptional proof-of-concept within emerging industries, as well as the potential for a successful partnership within the wider LG business.
Mission for the Future is an annual challenge program that seeks out great ideas, concepts, and businesses that will help improve the quality of life in the future. The goal of the challenge is to bring outside-in innovation to LG. In addition to the selected company prizes, the finalists can qualify for resources and investments from an allotted $20 million for new business development and with the opportunity to work with LG NOVA's Incubation team to scale their business.
About LG NOVA
LG NOVA, the North American Innovation Center for global innovation leader LG Electronics, is a team focused on bringing innovation from the outside to LG. LG NOVA is based in Santa Clara, Calif. The center's mission is to build, nurture and grow innovations that impact the future. Learn more at www.lgnova.com.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $63 billion global innovator in technology and manufacturing. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, energy solutions and vehicle components. LG is 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence. The company's commitment to environmental sustainability and its "Life's Good" marketing theme encompass how LG is dedicated to people's happiness by exceeding expectations today and tomorrow. www.LG.com.
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SHANGHAI, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cango Inc. (NYSE: CANG) ("Cango" or the "Company"), a leading automotive transaction service platform in China, today announced that the Company launched its Cango Haoche mobile application (the "APP") on June 20, 2022. Built on the success of its Cango Haoche WeChat mini-program, which was introduced last year, the APP marks an important milestone for Cango in transforming its business into a one-stop automotive transaction services platform empowering the whole automotive chain.
With this new APP, Cango aims to meet dealers' evolving and diverse demands more promptly and accurately with a stabler and more robust system, as well as smoother and richer functionality. The APP provides end-to-end services to dealers, especially small- and medium-sized dealers in lower-tier markets, ranging from steady vehicle sources and nationwide warehousing and logistics services to support for financial and insurance services. In addition to the WeChat mini-program's original services such as online car search, vehicle source listing and model search, the new APP supports real-time inventory inquiries for proprietary vehicles, enabling registered dealers to access inventory status and make decisions accordingly. Furthermore, Cango optimized the APP's online payment feature, providing dealers with greater convenience and security for their online transactions.
Gu Min, Vice President of Cango Group, commented, "Despite the multitude of players in our industry, as yet there is no comprehensive platform providing integrated car trading transactions, financial, insurance and implementation services, especially in lower-tier markets. Our Cango Haoche APP represents a tremendous step forward in our efforts to fill that void. Cango has been cultivating its presence in lower-tier markets for over a decade and boasts deep market insights as well as a broad understanding of dealers' needs. Our platform and tools directly address dealers' pain points by providing one-stop, end-to-end services and serving as a trusted partner on their journey, supporting them as they grow."
Going forward, the Cango Haoche APP and WeChat mini program will run in parallel. Dealers can easily conduct car searches, check vehicle sources and review trending recommendations of proprietary car models on the mini-program, while accessing increasingly efficient empowerment services and functions on the APP, strengthening user stickiness. To provide a more interactive experience and further increase user loyalty, the Company will periodically launch discounts, coupons, gifts and other special offers through the APP.
Recently, favorable policies such as the reduction of the passenger vehicle purchase tax and promotion of new energy vehicles (NEVs) in rural areas have stimulated demand for automotive consumption, particularly in lower-tier cities. This policy support, along with largely unmet consumer demand in lower-tier markets, bodes well for Cango given the Company's extensive knowledge of and experience with a wide dealer network in those markets. Cango will leverage these opportunities to continue building its end-to-end closed service loop, empowering dealers and connecting the upstream and the downstream of the industry through platform services covering vehicle sources, finance, insurance, warehousing, logistics, and supply chain finance.
About Cango Inc.
Cango Inc. (NYSE: CANG) is a leading automotive transaction service platform in China connecting car buyers, dealers, financial institutions, and other industry participants. Founded in 2010 by a group of pioneers in China's automotive finance industry, the Company is headquartered in Shanghai and has a nationwide network. Leveraging its competitive advantages in technological innovation and big data, Cango has established an automotive supply chain ecosystem, and developed a matrix of products centering on customer needs for auto transaction, auto financing and after-market services. By working with platform participants, Cango endeavors to makes car purchase simple and enjoyable, and make itself customers' car purchase service platform of choice. For more information, please visit: www.cangoonline.com.
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Partners KAMP Global and Eventim Live Asia to Bring K-Pop's Biggest Stars Together with Art and Emerging Tech
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- South Korea-based immersive entertainment brand KAMP Global, in partnership with Eventim Live Asia (ELA), proudly present KAMP LA 2022. On October 15th and 16th, 2022, at the Rose Bowl Stadium, the most legendary venue in Los Angeles, KAMP LA 2022 will deliver one of the biggest live-music K-pop experiences in history.
KAMP is set to bring a truly blockbuster lineup to the Rose Bowl. Confirmed acts include MONSTA X, KAI (of EXO and Super M) and JEON SOMI, in their solo debut U.S. appearance; the iconic Super Junior playing Los Angeles for the first time in six years; iKON in its first U.S. performance since Covid; BamBam and a host of acts performing Stateside for the first time such as Zion.T, and Lapillus. The full lineup with additional headliners and artists for the two-day event will be announced in the coming weeks.
"It's exciting to take part in the KAMP LA lineup," says KAI. "This may legitimately be the biggest K-pop event in US history."
Adds Lee Teuk of Super Junior, "To be part of what should be the biggest K-pop music experience in history is incredibly exciting. This is something special that K-pop fans will remember and talk about for years to come."
This immersive two-day concert will be held inside the stadium and boast arts, culinary, gaming, and significant brand collaborations, including a partnership with legendary Los Angeles artist Kenny Scharf to create KAMP LA 2022 imagery and aesthetics. Through its brand partnership with South Korean media phenomenon Dingo Music and South Korea's leading personalized card payment system i-Aurora, KAMP will also bring exclusive content and trending technology to the live music space, including personalized, collectible KAMP LA- branded South Korean payment-approved cards.
KAMP LA 2022 brings together the powerful vision and singular history of KAMP Global CEO Tim Kim with the global reach, experience, and network of Eventim Live Asia, led by CEO Jason Miller.
Kim has led KAMP to the forefront of the K-pop movement. His experience includes working with high-profile clients in the Western music and Hollywood space. Kim identified the potential for K-pop as a global force in entertainment very early on and brought KAMP to life to lead and foster K-pop's cultural expansion.
KAMP first came to life with its 2019 Singapore Festival. The sold-out event featured Super Junior, NCT 127, Stray Kids, MOMOLAND, GFRIEND, Sonnet Son, WJSN, Chungha, Ha Sung-woon, and AleXa; TimeOut hailed it as "trailblazing" and urged, "Get all charged up for two days of music, state-of-the-art effects, red carpet events, and opportunities to get up close and personal to your favorite acts."
"We want KAMP LA to be the ultimate K-pop experience in all aspects," says Kim. "U.S. fans have waited so long for great music because of the pandemic--they need to see their favorite artists for the first time in two years in many cases.
"Everyone in K-pop wants to break into America," continues Kim. "There's a deep connection between Korean culture and L.A. This was always the place to start. But we are also going to bring K-pop worldwide with KAMP and Eventim Live Asia. We will go to all markets where K-pop resonates—which is everywhere these days. KAMP isn't just about mega-concerts or historic events—it's a culture."
Adds Jason Miller: "Kim's vision was immediately exciting. KAMP Global and Eventim Live Asia share a true global vision for K-pop and the experience to make it happen in unprecedented ways. KAMP LA is a meaningful first step in that direction. There are many more to come."
Fans can visit KAMPLA.vip now to sign up for first-access tickets, VIP giveaways, chances to win backstage access and more. Stay tuned for further announcements from KAMP and Eventim Live Asia, including additional KAMP LA lineup announcements and ticket on-sale details.
KAMP Global is an immersive entertainment and cross-cultural bridge-building group of companies focusing on growing K-pop globally through festivals, live events, immersive experiences, and artist representation. Headquartered out of Seoul, KAMP also promotes live events and I.P. experiences in the domestic South Korean market. The KAMP festival brand is considered the first and premier western-style K-pop festival with a fully immersive experience, including art and tech, to global K-pop fans since its start in Singapore in 2019.
EVENTIM LIVE ASIA is a new partnership between CEO Jason Miller and CTS EVENTIM, one of the world's top three live entertainment companies. Headquartered in Singapore, EVENTIM LIVE ASIA will focus on the rapidly growing live entertainment markets in China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. The company is run by Miller, who previously led all touring activity for Live Nation Entertainment's Asia and Middle East offices, working with the world's biggest artists and most powerful brands. Miller produced 80 percent of the last decade's highest-grossing Asian tours for Western artists, including Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Madonna, Maroon 5, U2, and countless others.
CTS EVENTIM is one of the leading international providers of ticketing services and live entertainment. Before the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, around 250 million tickets per annum were marketed using the Company's systems – be it through physical box offices, online, or from mobile terminals. Its online portals operate under brands such as eventim.de, oeticket.com, ticketcorner.ch, ticketone.it, and entradas.com. The EVENTIM Group also includes many concert, tour, and festival promoter companies for events like Rock am Ring, Rock im Park, Hurricane, Southside, and Lucca Summer. In addition, CTS EVENTIM operates some of Europe's most renowned venues, for example, the LANXESS Arena in Cologne, the K.B. Hallen in Copenhagen, the Waldbühne in Berlin, and the EVENTIM Apollo in London. CTS Eventim AG & Co. KGaA (ISIN DE 0005470306) has been listed on the stock exchange since 2000 and is currently a member of the MDAX segment. Against a backdrop of forced closures, cancellations, and restrictions on events as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the Group generated revenue totaling €256.8 million in more than 20 countries in 2020 compared with more than €1.4 billion in the year before.
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SAN DIEGO, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Poseida Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: PSTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company utilizing proprietary genetic engineering platform technologies to create cell and gene therapeutics with the capacity to cure, today announced that its virtual Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the "Annual Meeting") will be held on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. PT.
The Annual Meeting will be held through a live webcast. Stockholders of record at the close of business on April 20, 2022, are entitled to vote in the Annual Meeting.
As provided in the Company's proxy materials, an online portal is available to stockholders at www.proxydocs.com/PSTX where stockholders can view and download the Company's proxy materials and 2021 Annual Report and vote their shares in advance of the Annual Meeting. Stockholders may also submit questions and vote their shares prior to the Annual Meeting by following the instructions available on the Annual Meeting website.
To be admitted to the Annual Meeting, stockholders must register by 8:00 p.m. PT on June 14, 2022 at www.proxydocs.com/PSTX. To register, stockholders must enter the control number found on the proxy card in the materials sent to stockholders. After registration is complete, further instructions including a unique link to access the virtual Annual Meeting will be emailed. Poseida encourages stockholders to access the Annual Meeting prior to the start time in order to allow ample time for check-in procedures.
Below are additional details on how stockholders can participate in the virtual Annual Meeting:
- Access the Annual Meeting website beginning at 12:45 p.m. PT on June 16, 2022.
- Vote during the Annual Meeting by following the instructions available on the Annual Meeting website.
- Submit a question in advance of the meeting by visiting the Annual Meeting website and entering the stockholder's control number.
Whether or not a stockholder plans to attend the virtual-only Annual Meeting, Poseida Therapeutics urges each stockholder to vote and submit their proxy in advance of the meeting by one of the methods described in the proxy materials.
About Poseida Therapeutics, Inc.
Poseida Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to utilizing our proprietary genetic engineering platform technologies to create next generation cell and gene therapeutics with the capacity to cure. We have discovered and are developing a broad portfolio of product candidates in a variety of indications based on our core proprietary platforms, including our non-viral piggyBac® DNA Delivery System, Cas-CLOVER™ Site-specific Gene Editing System and nanoparticle- and AAV-based gene delivery technologies. Our core platform technologies have utility, either alone or in combination, across many cell and gene therapeutic modalities and enable us to engineer our portfolio of product candidates that are designed to overcome the primary limitations of current generation cell and gene therapeutics. To learn more, visit www.poseida.com and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
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Halloween and holiday vacations with Disney Cruise Line include fleet's first departures from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
CELEBRATION, Fla., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney Cruise Line will offer enchanting fall vacations that take families coast-to-coast in 2023, including special sailings with spook-tacular surprises, holiday cheer and the fleet's first-ever departures from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With cruises from Florida, California and New York, adults and children alike will discover the wonder of the holidays aboard Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime Cruises.
"We are excited to provide families with experiences that create lasting memories," said Sharon Siskie, senior vice president and general manager of Disney Cruise Line. "With offerings for the entire family, specially curated activities for both Halloween and the holidays and a brand-new home port in South Florida, our guests will have more ways than ever to experience the magic of Disney at sea."
Halloween on the High Seas cruises will return from mid-September through October 2023. Aboard these not-so-spooky sailings, guests will eat, drink and be scary with their favorite characters dressed in Halloween costumes, celebrate the season at Mickey's Mouse-querade party, enjoy trick-or-treating at sea and more.
From early November through December, Disney Cruise Line ships will be extra merry and bright during Very Merrytime Cruises that celebrate the spirit of the holiday season. On these sailings, Disney magic will take on a whole new meaning with characters dressed in festive garb from head to (mistle)toe, a special tree-lighting ceremony, holiday décor, and special guests – Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Bookings open to the public on July 28, 2022. More details can be found on disneycruise.com.
The Disney Dream has new destinations on the horizon for the fall of 2023.
Following its inaugural season in Europe, the Disney Dream will set sail from New York City for the first time. Families will enjoy four-, five- and six-night sailings from the Big Apple to Bermuda, where they will explore the island's renowned pink-sand beaches, world-class shopping, aquatic adventures and distinctive blend of British and Caribbean culture. Plus, a special four-night voyage on the Disney Dream will transport guests to the charming Canadian seaport city of Saint John.
Starting Nov. 20, 2023, Disney Cruise Line will find a new South Florida home in Port Everglades, offering four- and five-night cruises aboard the Disney Dream to tropical locales in the western Caribbean and Bahamas. Families will enjoy stops in places like Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Nassau from Disney Cruise Line's second year-round home port, along with visits to Castaway Cay, Disney's private island oasis.
Beginning in mid-October 2023, the Disney Magic will find its home on the West Coast, setting sail from San Diego for voyages ranging from two to seven nights to Baja and the Mexican Riviera. Guests will experience the sparkling waters and beautiful landscapes of Santa Catalina Island, Calif., Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada, Mexico. An exclusive seven-night Mexican Riviera sailing will feature the breathtaking ports of Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas, which are perfect for recreational water activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving.
In the fall of 2023, the Disney Wish and Disney Fantasy will continue sailing from Port Canaveral to tropical destinations in the Bahamas and Caribbean.
The Disney Wish will sail three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas, including visits to Nassau and Castaway Cay.
The Disney Fantasy will offer families even more time to experience Disney Cruise Line's world-class dining, Broadway-style shows and spaces designed for the entire family during seven-night cruises to stunning destinations in the eastern and western Caribbean.
To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact their travel agent.
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HRE Awards Interview Insights Top HR Product of the Year Honors
SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Talview, the global leader for hiring and proctoring solutions, announces Talview Interview Insights, a solution engineered to solve the biggest blind spot in the hiring process – the job interview, at the HR Technology Conference and Exposition in Las Vegas. Talview Interview Insights uses advanced AI capabilities to coach interviewers to become world-class interviewers, one interview at a time. The award-winning Solution brings specific, explainable, and actionable insights into interviewing for organizations to make interventions that enable them to meet their key talent goals.
To date, many organizations define candidate measurement and experience protocols in hiring but struggle to implement and monitor these protocols on the ground. Most interviewers receive little to no training, and there is no mechanism to review their techniques or performance as an interviewer. This inability to control the quality of the interview process results in:
- Interviews not providing valid analysis, increasing the risk of bad hires
- Interviews that are not fair or unbiased, adversely impacting DEI goals
- Good candidates being lost to unskilled interviewers due to a poor candidate experience
After an extensive review of customer interviews and feedback, Talview distilled the issue down to a key requirement: accurately measuring and ensuring the quality of the interview process.
"Our goal was building a framework for interviews that would scale; analyzing the conversations, structure, content, compliance, fairness and experience, while also delivering continuous coaching for interviewers," said Sanjoe Jose, CEO, Talview. "We believe our new solution will boost the overall quality of any organization's interview process. Talview Interview Insights will be a key addition to any organization that is serious about objective, high quality hiring decisions, as well as improvements in DEI and overall candidate experience."
Talview Interview Insights combines the power of digital interviewing with the best of AI technologies to deliver a platform that provides continuous feedback to the interviewer, improving their skills, while providing insights to the organization for interventions that can exponentially improve interviewing results. By monitoring for biases in conversations, conformance to organizational policies (from regulatory compliance to DEI goals), topic coverage, gauging question relevance to the role, and more, Interview Insights is a key addition for any company looking to improve the effectiveness of their hiring process.
Beginning with more than 150 candidates, constituting top HR technology vendor offerings, then narrowing the competition to 30 product demonstrations, the judges at the Human Resource Executive are honoring Talview Interview Insights as the winner of a 2022 Top Product of the Year Award in Talent Acquisition. The award will be presented at the HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas.
"The interview is used in every hiring process, yet it has remained a blind spot," said Dr. Fred Rafilson, Chief I/O Psychologist, Talview. "Like any other assessment, the more objective the information gathered, the better it will predict job success. How can you expect to achieve a replicable, highly efficient interview process without monitoring and training interviewers on a continuing basis? We are excited the judges at HRE agreed and validated our solution with a Top Product award."
Talview Interview Insights is deployed on top of the award-winning Talview Interviewing platform. The Solution analyzes every interview conducted, using machine learning and natural language processing technologies, providing feedback on what worked and what did not for each interview, and summarizing the interview with insights for supervisors and the organization.
Designed to provide a persistent structure to the interview process, Talview Interview Insights monitors for DEI regulatory compliance and unconscious bias in conversations. It determines if the topics being discussed and questions being asked are relevant to the role. Along with providing interview summaries, time stamps for both the transcript and recording, and powerful search capabilities, Interview Insights also provides constructive feedback and comparisons for interviewer performance to others within the organization.
Interview Insights is the latest integrated Solution for the Talview Measurement Platform, AI-powered hiring software that orchestrates everything HR and TA leaders need to hire faster, better, and at scale. Talview provides the digital tools needed to create a flexible, customized, completely digital hiring process designed to reduce time to hire, lower cost of hire, and increase quality of hire.
Learn more about Talview Interview Insights at Talview.com.
ABOUT TALVIEW
Talview offers an award-winning Measurement Platform that orchestrates hiring and proctoring workflows: screening, interviews, assessments, exams, and credentials. Organizations seeking more efficient, effective, and intelligent decisions throughout the talent lifecycle can access a single, AI-powered platform for intelligent insights. A 360-degree view of talent potential enables quick, confident, and bias-free decisions, providing an equal opportunity for all. Learn more at Talview.com.
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Hamlin finally finds the Next Gen formula, wins at Richmond
By HANK KURZ Jr.
AP Sports Writer
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Denny Hamlin ran down William Byron with five laps to go and ended the slowest start to a season of his career with a victory in the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway. In a race that featured four sets of green-flag pit stops and a whole lot of tire strategy, Hamlin methodically closed a huge gap between Byron and teammate Martin Truex Jr., passing Truex on the outside and Byron shortly thereafter. He also held off a challenge from Kevin Harvick, a three-time winner at Richmond. It’s Hamlin’s 47th career victory and his first at his hometown track since 2016. It’s also Toyota’s first this season. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/03/hamlin-finally-finds-the-next-gen-formula-wins-at-richmond/ | 2022-04-04T04:29:54Z |
Soaring gas prices won’t put the brakes on Memorial Day travel
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – As more than 39 million Americans prepare to travel this Memorial Day weekend, they can expect busy roads and crowded airports. According to AAA, nearly 224,000 Idahoans will make a holiday getaway, or about 22,000 more than a year ago.
The travel boom comes as gas prices spike across the country, squeezing family budgets with more expensive fuel due to the high cost of crude oil. Despite the pain, fuel demand is still growing.
“Whether you’re taking a road trip or catching a flight, gasoline, diesel and jet fuel all spring from the same source – crude oil,” AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde said. “Expensive fill-ups, cruises, and airline tickets are hitting everyone hard, but we’re just getting to the unofficial start of summer travel, and most people aren’t ready to give up on their vacation plans just yet.”
Idaho’s average price for regular is $4.62 per gallon, which is ten cents more than a week ago and 18 cents more than a month ago.
Here’s a look at pump prices around the Gem State as of Monday:
- Boise - $4.65
- Coeur d’Alene - $4.73
- Franklin - $4.59
- Idaho Falls - $4.44
- Lewiston - $4.65
- Pocatello - $4.48
- Rexburg - $4.57
- Twin Falls - $4.62
The Gem State currently ranks 19th in the country for most expensive fuel.
Here’s a seven-year retrospective of U.S. and Idaho gas prices on Memorial Day:
Meanwhile, the national average sits at $4.60 per gallon, which is 12 cents more than a week ago and a whopping 48 cents more than a month ago.
“This year, some people may redefine ‘road trip’ – instead of driving from place to place and covering larger distances, they may select a location that can serve as a base camp and then explore the surrounding area to save on gas,” Conde said.
The busiest time on the road will be Thursday afternoon, when travelers who are getting an early jump will mingle with evening commuters. Monday will be the busiest return day, but traffic will be more spread out, which may help to reduce congestion.
The West Texas Intermediate benchmark for crude oil is trading near $110 per barrel, which is $2 less than a week ago, $8 more than a month ago, and $44 more than a year ago.
Currently, domestic crude oil stocks are 13% lower than a year ago. Global market optimism that China’s efforts to end some COVID-19 restrictions by June 1 (possibly creating future oil demand) is further bolstering the price of crude oil, which is not expected to go down anytime soon. | https://localnews8.com/life/travel/2022/05/24/soaring-gas-prices-wont-put-the-brakes-on-memorial-day-travel/ | 2022-05-25T01:25:42Z |
DENVER, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Ovintiv Inc. (NYSE: OVV) (TSX: OVV) today announced plans to hold its 2022 first quarter results conference call at 9:00 a.m. MT, on Tuesday May 10, 2022. The Company plans to release its financial and operating results after market close, Monday May 9, 2022. In addition to the release, supplemental slides and financial statements will be available on the Company's website, located at www.ovintiv.com.
To participate in the conference call, please dial 888-664-6383 (toll-free in North America) or 416-764-8650 (international) approximately 15 minutes prior to the call.
The live audio webcast of the event, including slides, also will be available on Ovintiv's website, under Investors/Presentations and Events, and will be archived for approximately 90 days.
Further information on Ovintiv Inc. is available at www.ovintiv.com, or by contacting:
Investor contact: (888) 525-0304
investor.relations@ovintiv.com
Media contact: (403) 645-2252
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SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator: May notifications 1.97%
WINDSOR, Conn., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced that the SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator for May 2022 measured 1.97%, up from 1.48% in April.
"SS&C GlobeOp's Forward Redemption Indicator for May 2022 was 1.97%, representing a decrease in termination notices compared to the 2.46% reported for the same period a year ago," said Bill Stone, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, SS&C Technologies. "This reduction in terminations continues the recent favorable trend in hedge fund asset retention and is especially noteworthy as it comes in the wake of significant declines in equity and fixed income markets."
The SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator represents the sum of forward redemption notices received from investors in hedge funds administered by SS&C GlobeOp on the SS&C GlobeOp platform, divided by the AuA at the beginning of the month for SS&C GlobeOp fund administration clients on the SS&C GlobeOp platform. Forward redemptions as a percentage of SS&C GlobeOp's assets under administration on the SS&C GlobeOp platform have trended significantly lower since reaching a high of 19.27% in November 2008. The next publication date is June 21, 2022.
Published on the 15th business day of the month, the SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator presents a timely and accurate view of the redemption pipeline for investors in hedge funds on the SS&C GlobeOp administration platform. Movements in the Indicator reflect investor confidence in their allocations to hedge funds. Indicator data is based on actual investor redemption notifications received. Unlike subscriptions, redemption notifications are typically received 30-90 days in advance of the redemption date. Investors may, and sometimes do, cancel redemption notices. In addition, the establishment and enforcement of redemption notices may vary from fund to fund.
SS&C GlobeOp Hedge Fund Performance Index
SS&C GlobeOp Capital Movement Index
SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator
About the SS&C GlobeOp Hedge Fund Index®
The SS&C GlobeOp Hedge Fund Index (the Index) is a family of indices published by SS&C GlobeOp. A unique set of indices by a hedge fund administrator, it offers clients, investors and the overall market a welcome transparency on liquidity, investor sentiment and performance. The Index is based on a significant platform of diverse and representative assets.
The SS&C GlobeOp Hedge Fund Index is available at www.sscglobeopindex.com.
The SS&C GlobeOp Capital Movement Index and the SS&C GlobeOp Forward Redemption Indicator provide monthly reports based on actual and anticipated capital movement data independently collected from all hedge fund clients for whom SS&C GlobeOp provides administration services on the SS&C GlobeOp platform.
The SS&C GlobeOp Hedge Fund Performance Index is an asset-weighted benchmark of the aggregate performance of funds for which SS&C GlobeOp provides monthly administration services on the SS&C GlobeOp platform. Flash estimate, interim and final values are provided, in each of three months respectively, following each business month-end.
While individual fund data is anonymized by aggregation, the SS&C GlobeOp Hedge Fund Index data will be based on the same reconciled fund data that SS&C GlobeOp uses to produce fund net asset values (NAV). Funds acquired through the acquisition of Citi Alternative Investor Services are integrated into the index suite starting with the January 2017 reporting periods. SS&C GlobeOp's total assets under administration on the SS&C GlobeOp platform represent approximately 10% of the estimated assets currently invested in the hedge fund sector. The investment strategies of the funds in the indices span a representative industry sample. Data for middle and back office clients who are not fund administration clients is not included in the Index, but is included in the Company's results announcement figures.
About SS&C Technologies
SS&C is a global provider of services and software for the financial services and healthcare industries. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices around the world. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale and technology.
SOURCE: GlobeOp SS&C
Additional information about SS&C (Nasdaq: SSNC) is available at www.ssctech.com.
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G FUEL becomes the official energy drink of The Beem Team
NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- G FUEL — The Official Energy Drink of Esports® — is excited to announce a long-term partnership with immensely popular YouTube creator Matthew Beem.
"Partnering with G FUEL is a dream come true," said Beem. "I've been a fan of their products for years and am incredibly grateful for their long-term support so I can take my videos to the next level!"
Known for hilarious stunts and larger-than-life projects – including building a custom car and gifting it to MrBeast, filling his room with cereal, and building a giant stuffed animal for Bella Poarch – Beem has taken YouTube by storm, amassing more than two million dedicated followers since joining the platform in 2018. Beem posts new videos to his channel every Tuesday, receiving millions of views per upload.
"Matthew Beem embodies unpredictability, and his consistent ability to entertain and engage his fans makes him a perfect fit for the G FUEL family," said G FUEL Founder and CEO Cliff Morgan. "Although you can never quite predict what Matthew will do next, you can rest assured that he'll be powered by G FUEL when he does it!"
G FUEL and Beem are celebrating this partnership with a new "Beem Team Starter Kit," which includes a 16 oz Shaker Cup and seven fan-favorite G FUEL Stick Packs, available now at GFUEL.com.
Follow G FUEL and Matthew Beem's digital and social media channels for updates on this exciting partnership!
As The Official Energy Drink of Esports®, G FUEL provides gamers with a performance-driven alternative to standard energy drink products. With an ever-expanding, sugar-free product lineup that includes a powdered Energy Formula, ready-to-drink cans, powdered Hydration Formula and Sparkling Hydration bottles, G FUEL has firmly established itself as the market leader in the gamer energy drink industry.
With over 339,000 5-star Shopper Approved Ratings, a shipping network that spans over 125 countries, a nationwide retail campaign, and a global social media footprint of over 1 billion followers, G FUEL maintains the industry's largest and most passionate community of fans, customers, content creators, and partners. Content creators and partners who include the likes of Ninja, Sentinels Esports, Logic, NoisyButters, Luminosity Gaming, PewDiePie, Mikal Bridges, Summit1G, xQc, Ghost Gaming, Activision, SEGA of America, Capcom®, Bethesda Game Studios, Warner Bros., Disney, Lucasfilm, Sony Pictures, The Tetris Company, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc., RESPAWN Products, SteelSeries, and Digital Storm.
Join the movement today at GFUEL.com and follow us on social media @GFuelEnergy.
Press Contact:
media@gfuel.com
Distribution and Wholesale Contact:
dluks@gfuel.com
Matthew Beem is an American content creator known for his unique challenges, vlogs, and larger-than-life creations. He undertakes some of the most impressive projects on the internet, some of which include building the world's largest boxing glove, creating full-scale replicas of iconic items in pop culture, and giving away out-of-this-world gifts to the world's largest stars. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the digital world and is quickly on his way to being one of those names himself.
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Dog dragged into water, eaten by gator at Florida park
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A man was playing with his dog at a Florida park when it was attacked by an alligator, dragged into the water and eaten earlier this month, wildlife officials said.
Joshua Wells told wildlife authorities that he was playing with his unleashed dog near water at a popular park in Tallahassee on June 6 when the alligator snatched his dog, according to a report from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Wells, 44, said he grabbed the alligator, cuffing its legs, but realized that was dangerous, according to the report.
“He said he quickly realized that was not a good idea and let the alligator go,” the report said.
Wildlife officials later trapped two alligators in the area — one that was 9 feet, 2-inches (2.8 meters) long and another that was 6 feet, 6-inches (2 meters) long. A trapper found the dog’s body floating below the surface of the water in the same area where the larger alligator was caught.
A wildlife officer returned the dog’s remains to Wells, the report said.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says serious injuries caused by alligators are rare in Florida. The wildlife agency recommends keeping pets on leashes near water because they often resemble alligators’ natural prey.
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Workers will flood the streets to call on the Board to #StaffUpContraCosta and invest in the vital services our County depends on
MARTINEZ, Calif., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- County workers are urging the Board of Supervisors to address Contra Costa's staffing crisis, as hundreds of workers plan to march to the Board of Supervisors on April 26, during the regularly scheduled Board meeting. The march will include workers who staff our public hospital, clinics, COVID test sites, as well as workers who maintain our streets, safeguard our environment, and keep our libraries and courts open. A rally outside of the County Administration Building will feature speeches from frontline and essential workers, as well as a speech by Lorena Gonzalez, former State Assemblywoman (San Diego) and the incoming Secretary-Treasurer of the California Labor Federation.
What: "Staff Up Contra Costa!" March & Rally
When: Tuesday, April 26, 2022
- March begins at 11:30am
- Rally begins at 12pm
Where: Departing from 1 Ferry St., Martinez and marching to 1024 Escobar St., Martinez.
Who: Lorena Gonzalez, Contra Costa County Employees, and community allies. Unions include: SEIU Local 1021, IFPTE Local 21, Deputy District Attorneys Association, Western Council of Engineers, AFSCME Local 1, AFSCME Local 512, AFSCME Local 2700, Contra Costa Defender Association, and Teamsters 856, Contra Costa County Labor Council. The nine unions rallying together represent 6,200 county employees, and more than 2/3 of the county's total workforce.
Visuals: Hundreds of union members in union t-shirts and apparel with banners and signs, people giving speeches, marching and chanting, and spokespeople available for interviews.
BACKGROUND
In Contra Costa County, there are nearly 2,000 county job positions unfilled. With 1116 unfilled positions, the majority of vacancies are in the Health Services department. One of the departments hardest hit by vacancies is also tasked with addressing some of our county's most pressing challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Vacancies have an undeniable impact on the quality and speedy delivery of services from County departments. For further background, see StaffUpContraCosta.org
"We see in many cases, in the public sector in particular, individuals have one job but they're actually doing the job of two or multiple people," said Lorena Gonzalez, former CA Assemblywoman (San Diego) and incoming Secretary-Treasurer of the California Labor Federation. "One person's job should not be the job of two people and that's what we're seeing throughout Contra Costa County. Rather than being adequately staffed in public services in emergency situations, the government contracted work out that could've and should've been done by public sector workers had leaders built a workforce that could sustain tough times like a pandemic."
The Contra Costa Labor Council is the local body of the AFL-CIO. Over 85 unions are affiliated with the CCLC, representing more than 80,000 union members and their families. The mission of the Contra Costa Labor Council is to improve the lives of workers, their families, and our community – to bring economic justice to the workplace and social justice to the nation.
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STAMFORD, Conn., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) (along with its subsidiaries, "Charter") today announced that Jessica Fischer, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference in Boston on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Ms. Fischer's remarks are scheduled to begin at 9:20 a.m. ET.
A live webcast of the event can be accessed on Charter's investor relations website, ir.charter.com. Following the live broadcast, the webcast will be archived at ir.charter.com.
About Charter
Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. Over an advanced communications network, the company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.
For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products and services coupled with special features and applications to enhance productivity, while for larger businesses and government entities, Spectrum Enterprise provides highly customized, fiber-based solutions. Spectrum Reach® delivers tailored advertising and production for the modern media landscape. The company also distributes award-winning news coverage, sports and high-quality original programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks and Spectrum Originals. More information about Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.
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STOCKHOLM, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- Total sales MSEK 30 535 (26 499)
- Organic sales growth 6 percent (8)
- Operating income before amortization MSEK 1 760 (1 471)
- Operating margin 5.8 percent (5.6)
- Items affecting comparability (IAC) MSEK –226 (–259), mainly relating to the previously announced transformation programs
- Earnings per share SEK 2.79 (2.09)
- Earnings per share, before IAC, SEK 3.33 (2.64)
- Cash flow from operating activities 53 percent (63)
January-June 2022
- Total sales MSEK 59 133 (52 313)
- Organic sales growth 5 percent (4)
- Operating income before amortization MSEK 3 212 (2 727)
- Operating margin 5.4 percent (5.2)
- Items affecting comparability (IAC) MSEK –360 (–395), mainly relating to the previously announced transformation programs
- Earnings per share SEK 5.09 (3.95)
- Earnings per share, before IAC, SEK 5.90 (4.75)
- Net debt/EBITDA 2.2 (2.2)
- Cash flow from operating activities 25 percent (81)
Comments from the President and CEO
"Strong operational results and completion of Stanley Security acquisition"
We are executing on our strategy to be the leading security solutions partner to our clients with world-leading technology and expertise. We delivered all time high profitability and improved the operating margin to 5.8 percent (5.6) in the second quarter, a level which is significantly higher than the pre-pandemic years.
The good business conditions accelerated in the second quarter with organic sales growth of 6 percent (8), driven by Europe and Ibero-America. As planned, organic sales growth in North America was negative in the second quarter due to the low margin contract terminations from last year and lower extra sales. However, the underlying business in North America is developing very well and we expect organic sales growth to return to positive in the third quarter.
We had great momentum within high-margin security solutions and electronic security sales in the second quarter with 13 percent real sales growth, which represented 23 percent (22) of Group sales.
The operating result for the Group, adjusted for changes in exchange rates, increased by 8 percent in the second quarter. Our operations in North America and Ibero-America delivered strong margin improvement. Europe improved well compared to the first quarter with strong operating result improvement compared to last year, despite continued pressure from costs related to labor shortage and sickness. The inflationary environment is challenging across the Group, but we have successfully managed a positive price and wage balance. Dynamic price increase management is a key priority going forward to ensure quality delivery to our clients.
Our high focus on improving client value and profitability is generating results with higher sales of security solutions and electronic security across all segments together with positive impact from active portfolio management and our transformation programs.
CREATING THE NEW SECURITAS
The transformation program in North America which was finalized in 2021, is delivering value in the day-to-day operations and contributes to the operating margin development. The ongoing business trans-formation programs in Europe and Ibero-America are progressing according to plan and we expect to realize strong financial and operational benefits in the years to come.
In the second quarter, we reached an important sustainability milestone as the first major company in the industry that is committing to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and we are now beginning the process of developing and validating targets to reduce the Group's climate impact.
On July 22 we closed the acquisition of Stanley Security. We are very pleased that the acquisition is formally completed, and I want to welcome all of Stanley Security's clients and employees into Securitas. Our joint integration preparation work has been solid and we now look forward to accelerating our journey together and immediately executing on our value creation plan.
Bringing together our two great companies is an industry-defining event. Combining our talent and expertise sets us up for stronger growth thanks to an outstanding client offering and we expect significant margin enhancement opportunities going forward. Our shared values and high sustainability ambitions enable us to utilize our potential to provide tech-enabled security solutions that create long-term value for our clients, our shareholders and the society at large.
We are looking forward to update you on the strategy and announce new financial targets at the Investor update on August 24. We are welcoming all our shareholders to participate on this exciting journey in the rights issue connected to the transaction which will be launched in September.
Magnus Ahlqvist
President and CEO
FINANCIAL INFORMATION CALENDAR
August 24, 2022, 2.00 p.m. (CET)
Investor update
November 8, 2022, app. 1.00 p.m. (CET)
Interim Report
January–September 2022
February 7, 2023, app. 1.00 p.m. (CET)
Full-year Report
January–December 2022
For further information regarding Securitas IR activities, refer to
www.securitas.com/investors/financial-calendar
PRESENTATION OF THE INTERIM REPORT
Analysts and media are invited to participate in a telephone conference on July 28, 2022, at 2.30 p.m. (CET) where President and CEO Magnus Ahlqvist and CFO Andreas Lindback will present the report and answer questions. The telephone conference will also be audio cast live via Securitas' website. To participate in the telephone conference, please dial in five minutes prior to the start of the conference call:
US: +1 631 913 1422
Sweden: +46 8 566 426 51
UK: +44 333 3000 804
Please use the following pin code for the telephone conference: 621 490 78#
To follow the audio cast of the telephone conference via the web, please follow the link www.securitas.com/investors/webcasts.
A recorded version of the audio cast will be available at
www.securitas.com/investors/webcasts after the telephone conference.
For further information, please contact:
Micaela Sjökvist, Vice President, Investor Relations +46 76 116 7443
ABOUT SECURITAS
Securitas has a leading global and local market presence with operations in 47 markets. Our operations are organized in three business segments: Security Services North America, Security Services Europe and Security Services Ibero-America. We also have operations in Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, which form the AMEA division. Securitas serves a wide range of clients of all sizes in a variety of industries and segments. Security solutions based on client-specific needs are built through different combinations of on-site, mobile and remote guarding, electronic security, fire and safety, and corporate risk management. We adapt our security solutions based on the risks and needs of each client through increased client engagement and continuously enhanced knowledge. Securitas is listed in the Large Cap segment at Nasdaq Stockholm.
Group strategy
At Securitas, we are leading the transformation of the security industry by putting our clients at the heart of our business. We solve our clients' security needs by offering qualified and engaged people, in-depth expertise and innovation within each of our protective services, the ability to combine services into solutions and by using data to add further intelligence. To execute on our strategy to become a security solutions partner with world-leading technology and expertise, we are focusing on four areas: empowering our people, client engagement, protective services leadership and innovation, and efficiency.
Group financial targets
Securitas has three financial targets:
- An annual average increase in earnings per share of 10 percent
- Net debt to EBITDA ratio of on average 2.5
- An operating cash flow of 70 to 80 percent of operating income before amortization
Securitas has also set a strategic transformation ambition – to double our security solutions and electronic security sales by 2023, compared with 2018.
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Visiting address:
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Telephone: +46 10 470 30 00
Corporate registration number: 556302–7241
This is information that Securitas AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, at 1.00 p.m. (CET) on Thursday, July 28, 2022.
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The Lapis plan opens for tours at Seasons at Nester's Landing this weekend
ESSEX, Md., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Richmond American Homes of Maryland, Inc., a subsidiary of M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MDC), is pleased to announce the grand opening of a brand-new model home at Seasons at Nester's Landing, an idyllic neighborhood in the picturesque waterfront town of Essex.
The two-story Lapis model is fully furnished and features stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, oak stairs and an extended covered deck. The exciting new community also offers the two-story Coral, Citrine and Pearl plans, all part of the sought-after Seasons™ Collection, which is designed to put homeownership within reach for a variety of buyers.
Prospective homebuyers and area agents are encouraged to stop by Seasons at Nester's Landing between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, and Sunday, September 11, to explore the Lapis model and discover everything this brand-new community has to offer.
- New single-family homes from the low $500s
- Up to 5 bedrooms & approx. 3,300 sq. ft.
- Close proximity to notable shopping, dining and outdoor recreation, including Turkey Point Park, Middle River and the Baltimore Boating Center
- Easy access to I-695, I-95, downtown Baltimore and major employment hubs
- Pre-planned homesites available
Those who choose to build a new home from the ground up at this community will have the opportunity to work with professional design consultants to select colors, textures, finishes and fixtures for their new living spaces—a complimentary service!
Seasons at Nester's Landing is located at 1913 Turkey Point Road in Essex. Call 410.312.2829 or visit RichmondAmerican.com for more information or to schedule a private appointment.
Operating under the name Richmond American Homes, MDC's homebuilding subsidiaries have built more than 230,000 homes since 1977. Among the nation's largest homebuilders, MDC's subsidiary companies have operations in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Mortgage lending, plus insurance and title services are offered by the following MDC subsidiaries, respectively: HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and American Home Title and Escrow Company. M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "MDC." For more information, visit MDCHoldings.com.
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(The Hill) — Karine Jean-Pierre on Monday will become the new face of President Joe Biden’s White House — marking a historic change that some have been waiting to see for years.
Jean-Pierre will be the first Black and the first openly LGBTQ person to serve as White House press secretary.
For years, a small group of influential Black communicators has quietly lobbied several administrations to appoint an African American to the podium.
The hit television show “Scandal” is based on Judy Smith, a former Bush press aide who became the first Black spokesperson to hold a briefing at the White House in 1991 and went on to become a crisis management expert. She never served as press secretary.
The nation elected the first Black president in 2008 in Barack Obama, and during his administration deputy press secretary Bill Burton was considered for the role. He was ultimately passed over, and three white men served as press secretary under Obama.
Now, Jean-Pierre will break the ceiling in the Biden administration in a moment that many will celebrate.
“You can’t understate how huge this is, how important it’s going to be to so many people of color who have and are working so hard in the communications field to see a black LGBTQ woman representing the president of the United States at the podium,” said Democratic strategist Rodell Mollineau.
The change has also been noted within the administration.
“Twenty years ago, it was pretty hard to find a Black press secretary to a U.S. senator, cabinet secretary or presidential candidate,” said Jamal Simmons, who serves as communications director to Vice President Kamala Harris. “Now there will be a Black press secretary at the White House podium. President Biden has broken one more barrier for African Americans in politics.”
Jean-Pierre is taking over for veteran Democratic communicator Jen Psaki, whose official last day was Friday. She has served as Psaki’s deputy for the last 16 months, sometimes briefing reporters from the podium or aboard Air Force One.
Jean-Pierre steps into the role at an intense, critical moment. The White House is battling challenges on several fronts, from the Russian war in Ukraine to the critical supply chain issues and inflation at home to the COVID-19 pandemic. And with six months left until the midterm elections, Democrats are fearing the worst.
“I think being a White House press secretary is one of the hardest jobs in politics,” said Alex Conant, a Republican strategist who served as a spokesman in the George W. Bush White House. “If there’s good news to announce you let the president do it, if there’s bad news, that falls to the press secretary.”
Those who know Jean-Pierre well say she’s up to the job.
“She’s a remarkable woman. She has a lot of experience. But the thing about White House press secretary is that your constituency is actually the American people,” said Donna Brazile, former acting Democratic National Committee chairwoman. “This is probably a different job than any job she’s ever done.”
Jean-Pierre brings to the table some different experience than her predecessor Psaki, who said last week that she has spent more time in the White House than anywhere else in her career.
Psaki also has more foreign policy experience, having served as a State Department spokeswoman.
Democrats who have risen through the ranks with Jean-Pierre say she will bring a different tenor to the White House press office and to the podium.
“For starters, she’s a political person. She’s an organizer,” said one Democrat who has known Jean-Pierre for years. “Psaki was born and bred as a flack. That’s not Karine.”
“Her personal style is more close to the vest,” the source said. “She’s not going to go for the jugular.”
The source said Jean-Pierre is a good fit for the podium job as the midterms approach.
“She can deliver a political message without the sharp elbows, without it seeming over the top,” the source said.
Democratic strategist Karen Finney added that because of Jean-Pierre’s organizing background, “she’ll bring a different perspective about how to frame some of these issues and talk about some of these in a way that will keep the conversation resonating with the American people.
“Bringing that sensibility to the conversation is a real service,” Finney added.
Jean-Pierre first got to know the Bidens in Obama’s White House and while working on the Obama and Biden campaigns. She also served as a spokesperson for the progressive group MoveOn and as an MSNBC commentator. A graduate of Columbia’s School of International and Public Affairs, Jean-Pierre also returned to the college to teach for several years.
Ester Fuchs, a professor of international and public affairs at Columbia who taught Jean-Pierre and also helped her get the teaching position, described her former student as “tough as nails,” well-prepared, smart, and driven. Fuchs recalled Jean-Pierre pushing to teach the course on political campaigning solo, despite her suggestion that she might try doing so as part of a team.
“She literally said to me, No. I really want to do it myself,” Fuchs said. “And I was really quite taken aback.”
It hasn’t always been smooth sailing for Jean-Pierre.
After Biden hired her to be chief of staff to Harris during the presidential election, she and the running mate often clashed, sources say. Some staffers on the campaign felt as though Jean-Pierre remained powerless in the role throughout the general election campaign. When Biden won, she moved over to his team in the West Wing.
Like her predecessor, Jean-Pierre is sure to become a target at times for attacks from Republicans.
Not long after Jean-Pierre was named, some conservatives criticized her over old tweets she wrote about Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s election over Democrat Stacy Abrams being “stolen.” She also referred to Trump’s election in 2016 as a “stolen election,” referencing the Russian hack of Democrats’ emails.
“Baseless stolen election claims undermine the integrity of our elections, regardless of who pushes them,” Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensberger said in a statement criticizing her appointment.
Jean-Pierre’s allies say she should pay no attention to the criticism.
“I would not allow Republicans to color anybody with crayons, because all they’re doing is throwing slime,” Brazile said.
Finney added that anyone in the administration will be targets of the right wing “because they are looking for ways to drive their very divisive, at times racist, sexist, bigoted agenda of using issues to divide people.
“We’ve seen particularly despicable attacks against black women from the vice president to [the Justice Department’s] Kirsten Clark and Judge [Ketanji] Jackson, so she’s in very esteemed company,” Finney added.
It’s not clear how different the regular briefings will be under Jean-Pierre, though she did commit Friday to holding daily briefings – something the Biden White House resurrected after four years of inconsistent press briefings under former President Donald Trump.
Psaki acknowledged last week that Jean-Pierre would “bring her own style” to the job. She also offered some words of advice for her successor: ask Biden a lot of questions and sit in on a lot of policy meetings.
“It is not about — and this is just broad advice to everybody, right, who’s doing this job in the future — this is not about reading talking points from a book,” Psaki told reporters at a Christian Science Monitor Breakfast last week.
“It is about understanding policies to a level of depth that you can explain them to your mother-in-law to your friend on the street and answer the ninth question reporters may have about them.” | https://cw33.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/karine-jean-pierre-makes-history-at-white-house/ | 2022-05-16T16:09:09Z |
Turkish Airlines becomes the first airline to sponsor the UEFA Champions League, which will have its 2023 final in Istanbul
ISTANBUL, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bringing millions of people from 129 countries of the world together on the skies every year, Turkish Airlines became the official sponsor of the UEFA Champions League, one of the most followed sports competitions in the world. This prestigious partnership, which will be one of the most significant sponsorship deals in the history of Turkish sports, is of particular importance as this season's UEFA Champions League final will take place at Istanbul's Atatürk Olympic Stadium on June 10, 2023.
UEFA Champions League organization which Turkish Airlines will participate as the official sponsor reaches 678 million viewers in 200 countries via over 70 broadcasters. Fans also participate in the Champions League excitement on social media with 28 million engagements. Turkish Airlines will have wide range of exposure, logo and name rights before, during and after the matches including LED screens surrounding the field. As part of the deal, Türkiye's national flag carrier will also partner with the UEFA Super Cup, the UEFA Futsal Champions League finals, and the UEFA Youth League finals as the official sponsor.
The announcement of Turkish Airlines' UEFA Champions League sponsorship deal took place at the Haliç Congress Center with the participation of Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat along with senior Turkish Airlines executives and UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin along with UEFA Marketing Director Guy-Laurent Epstein.
On the sponsorship, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat stated: "As the Flag Carrier Airline of our country, we are excited for our sponsorship of the UEFA Champions League, one of the biggest sports competitions in the world. With our country spreading its wings towards the 100th anniversary of our Republic, we are taking the Turkish Airlines brand to new heights. With this sponsorship, we will carry the Turkish Airlines brand to four corners of the world and bring the whole world together in Istanbul on June 10, 2023. We believe in the unifying power of sports that brings different cultures together and we aim to continue to take part in the world's leading tournaments."
UEFA Marketing Director Guy-Laurent Epstein said: "The UEFA Champions League is the world's greatest club competition, and we are delighted to have Turkish Airlines on board as a partner. We both share a global reach, connecting fans across continents and we are delighted that their debut season as a partner will culminate in the final of this prestigious tournament taking place on home soil in Istanbul. We both share similar passions, and truly believe that the sky is the limit when it comes to our partnership."
Turkish Airlines was the first airline in the world to partner with UEFA as its official airline sponsor for the UEFA EURO 2016. Flag carrier airline also realized sponsorships with prominent teams such as FC Barcelona, Manchester United FC, Borussia Dortmund, Olympique de Marseille and River Plate. Turkish Airlines' "The Selfie Shootout" commercial featuring Kobe Bryant and Lionel Messi is among the most watched commercials of all time.
The national flag carrier supports different sports branches besides football and has been the title sponsor of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague, Europe's most important basketball tournament since 2010. Turkish Airlines also provides high-level support for sports such as volleyball, tennis, golf, rugby and equestrian.
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Turkish Airlines Inc.
Office of Media Relations
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Tel: +90 (212) 463 63 63 – 11153 / 11173
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GlenOak's Tommy Rice finishes second in boys mile rising stars race at New Balance Nationals
PHILADELPHIA — GlenOak's Tommy Rice came so close to his biggest win Sunday morning.
Rice finished second in the boys mile rising stars race at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor Track and Field Championships. His time of 4:15.55 was a personal best.
Walsh Jesuit's Luke Ondracek edged Rice for the title in the final heat. He finished in 4:14.79.
Ondracek and Rice competed together in the 2-mile twice during the postseason. Rice won his first Division I state title and Ondracek finished 10th at the OHSAA Track and Field Championships. Ondracek won the regional title and Rice was runner-up the previous week.
Ondracek is heading to Georgetown University this fall. Rice, who finished 18th in the 2-mile at New Balance Nationals, has one more year remaining at GlenOak.
Minerva's Connor Shingleton came in 23rd and East Canton's Gabe Shilling finished 64th in Sunday's boys mile rising stars race.
Shingleton will continue his career at Youngstown State. Shilling is heading to Malone. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/sports/high-school/track-field/2022/06/19/tommy-rice-glenoak-connor-shingleton-minerva-gabe-shilling-east-canton-new-balance-nationals/7664195001/ | 2022-06-19T15:54:07Z |
New solution covers every component of the value chain, giving organizations visibility into deep-tier suppliers, production facilities, customer sites, competitor facilities, and beyond
PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orbital Insight, the leader in geospatial intelligence, today announced the launch of Facility Intelligence, a new solution that gives organizations real-time visibility into entire business ecosystems. The solution leverages multi-source geospatial data and AI-powered analytics to provide companies with a clear picture of production activity, logistics, and anomalies at every point in the value chain. With Facility Intelligence, organizations can track supplier sites, production facilities, shipping and trucking logistics, and customer sites—and also gain that same visibility into competitors' ecosystems.
Industrial facilities need more comprehensive remote monitoring tools to understand external dependencies like timely raw material supply, available inventory, in-transit goods, demand shocks, and competitive throughput. Combining multiple sources of data including mobile phone GPS, vehicle GPS, Ship GPS, and satellite imagery, Facility Intelligence provides organizations with visibility into each component throughout its industrial value chain. This has previously been impossible since many variables are controlled by outside parties and vulnerable to changes in external conditions. Orbital Insight is able to layer all of these sensors and data inputs together for more complete insights in an easy user interface.
With access to rich real-time and historical data on processes, assets, and plant personnel across industrial facilities, organizations can better manage production and maintenance of facilities, and take proactive measures to increase efficiency. Facility Intelligence has a wide range of use cases, including:
- Tracking manufacturing activity levels at industrial facilities using geolocation data
- Monitoring vessel traffic levels at ports or an area of interest in the sea using AIS data
- Detecting anomalies like outages or disruptions at facilities using geolocation data
- Identifying underground water, chemical or sewage leakages at facilities using L-band Synthetic Aperture Radar satellite imagery
- Tracing tier 2-4 suppliers using connected commercial vehicles data, ship data, and other data sets
"The industrial sector underpins much of our economy and critical infrastructure, but it's vulnerable to a range of external factors," said Jens Tellefsen, SVP Product, Marketing & Data Partnerships at Orbital Insight. "Visibility is an essential tool to combat this uncertainty. By combining cutting-edge data sources through geospatial analytics, we can capture a clear picture into what's happening at any facility within an industrial value chain. We're thrilled to be bringing this solution to the market and helping organizations strengthen their facility resilience and performance."
Facility Intelligence will empower industrial organizations so that ultimately they can mitigate risk more effectively and make more informed decisions and investments. Specifically, organizations may benefit from this solution by minimizing outage, reducing asset downtime, reducing business risk by mapping indirect suppliers, initiating countermeasures based on events, and addressing sourcing challenges.
Orbital Insight's products go through a rigorous ethics process; to learn more about Orbital Insight's framework please click the following link: ethics framework. The solution is now available in Orbital Insight's GO platform for all customers.
To learn more about Orbital Insight and its products and services, visit www.orbitalinsight.com or contact insight@orbitalinsight.com.
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - GoldMining Inc. (the "Company") (TSX: GOLD) (NYSE-American: GLDG) is issuing this press release under Section 3.1 of National Instrument 62-103 – The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bid and Insider Reporting Requirements ("NI 62-103") and pursuant to Multilateral Instrument 62-104 – Take-Over Bids and Issuer Bids with respect to the acquisition by the Company of common shares (the "GROY Shares") of Gold Royalty Corp. ("GROY").
On April 12, 2022, the Company acquired 250,000 GROY Shares at an average price of US$4.23 (C$5.33) per share through open market purchases over the facilities of the NYSE American.
Prior to the acquisition, the Company beneficially owned and exercised control and direction of 20,000,000 GROY Shares, representing approximately 14.9% of the outstanding GROY Shares. Immediately following the acquisition, the Company beneficially owned and exercised control and direction of 20,250,000 GROY Shares, representing 15.1% of the outstanding GROY Shares.
The GROY Shares were acquired by the Company for investment purposes, and in the future, the Company may acquire additional securities of GROY, dispose of some or all of the existing or additional securities the Company holds or will hold, or may continue to hold its current position, depending on market conditions, reformulation of plans and/or other relevant factors.
An early warning report (the "Report") will be filed by the Company pursuant to NI 62-103 on SEDAR at www.sedar.com under the profile of GROY. The Company's head office is located at 1030 West Georgia Street, Suite 1830, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 2Y3. To obtain a copy of the Report, please contact the Company as follows:
GoldMining Inc.
Attn: Pat Obara, Chief Financial Officer
1030 West Georgia Street, Suite 1830
Vancouver, BC V6E 2Y3
Tel: (855) 630-1001
The Company is a public mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition and development of gold assets in the Americas. Through its disciplined acquisition strategy, the Company now controls a diversified portfolio of resource-stage gold and gold-copper projects in Canada, U.S.A., Brazil, Colombia and Peru.
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HONG KONG, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JS Global Lifestyle Company Limited (Hong Kong: 1691) ("JS Global" or the "Company"), a world-leading producer of small household appliances that operates three major brands: Shark, Ninja and Joyoung, today announced it will report interim financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2022 on Monday, August 29, 2022 ET / Tuesday, August 30, 2022 HKT. Timing of the announcement will be as follows:
- August 29, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. ET / August 30, 2022, at 7:30 a.m. HKT: The video presentation and accompanying slide presentation will be posted to the Events section of JS Global's Investor Relations website at https://www.jsgl.com/en/investor/register.html.
- Please see below interim results links:
Announcement
https://www.jsgl.com/en/investor/notice.html
Press release
https://www.jsgl.com/en/news/list/11.html - August 29, 2022 at 9:30 p.m. ET / August 30, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. HKT: JS Global management will host a live Q&A audio webcast which will be posted to the Events section of JS Global's Investor Relations website at https://www.jsgl.com/en/investor/register.html. Those who would like to ask a question during the live call can dial-in using the information below.
- The video presentation and the live Q&A will be in both English and Mandarin and will also be archived and available for replay.
- You can watch the video presentation via webcast on August 29, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. ET / August 30, 2022, at 7:30 a.m. HKT at https://www.jsgl.com/en/investor/register.html; please refresh the page on August 29, 2022 at 9:30 p.m. ET / August 30, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. HKT before entering the Q&A session. You can ask questions in the "question area" of the page or by dialing in using the information below.
Those interested in asking a question during the live Q&A audio webcast can dial in:
- United States dial-in: 1 866 213 0992/1 866 226 1406
- Mainland China dial-in: 4008 428 338/4006 786 766
- Hong Kong dial-in: +852 2112 1888
- Singapore dial-in: 800 492 2081
- United Kingdom dial-in: 0800 032 2849
- English Passcode: 8323130#
- Mandarin Passcode: 8027130#
After joining the conference call, participants can press *1 to raise hand to ask a question. Both English and Mandarin questions will be accepted.
About JS Global
JS Global Lifestyle Company Limited (Hong Kong: 1691) is a world leading producer of small household appliances. It ranks fourth globally in the small household appliance industry and third among small household appliance-focused companies. It primarily operates three major brands: Shark, Ninja and Joyoung. The Company's success is centered around its deep understanding of consumer needs, and is built on its strong product innovation and design capability powered by a global research and development platform, marketing strengths driving high brand engagement, and an omni-channel distribution coverage with high penetration.
About SharkNinja
SharkNinja is an innovation leader in the housewares industry and creator of the familiar household brands Shark® and Ninja®. SharkNinja provides the latest in easy-to-use innovative technology with a growing line of solutions that consist of Shark cleaning and home care products and Ninja kitchen appliances. Products are sold at major retailers and through distributors around the world. Ninja and Shark are registered trademarks of SharkNinja Operating LLC. SharkNinja is a subsidiary of JS Global Lifestyle Company Limited (Hong Kong: 1691) a leader in small household appliance innovation.
About Joyoung
Joyoung (002242.SZ) is SharkNinja's sister brand and has become a well-known small household electrical appliance enterprise and one of the market share leaders in China. Joyoung invented the first soymilk maker in China and closely connect the concept to plant-based solutions. With 27 years of experience and over 8,000 patented technologies, Joyoung specializes in the research and development, design, manufacturing, and sale of its innovative product categories including small household appliances, primarily focusing on kitchen. Joyoung is a subsidiary of JS Global Lifestyle Company Limited (Hong Kong: 1691) a leader in small household appliance innovation.
Company Contacts
Venus Zhao, Head of Investor Relations, Public Relations and Compliance, JS Global Lifestyle
venus.zhao@jsgl.com
Adam Quigley, VP of Finance at SharkNinja
AQuigley@sharkninja.com
Investor Relations
ir@jsgl.com
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Beloved bear euthanized after hit-and-run in California
TAHOE CITY, Calif. (KOVR) – A beloved bear in California had to be euthanized after it suffered serious injuries in a hit-and-run crash.
Experts with California Fish and Wildlife said a vehicle drove off after hitting the 400-pound bear, affectionately known to area residents as Papa Bear.
The animal’s injuries were so severe that he had to be euthanized. Officials estimate Papa Bear was between 15 and 18 years old.
Ann Bryant, executive director at Bear League, said Papa Bear was left suffering in the snow, and she knew his chance of survival was “completely hopeless.”
“The disrespect shown to him, and just leaving him lying alive on the side of the road like he’s nothing, that really hurt people,” Bryant said.
While Bear League calls the driver’s actions immoral, California Fish and Wildlife said the hit-and-run wasn’t illegal.
“There’s no legal requirement to stop and render aid to the injured animal,” Captain Patrick Foy with California Fish and Wildlife said. “In fact, we really go as far as recommending against approaching an injured animal.”
However, while he doesn’t recommend approaching the animal, Foy said the best thing to do is call 911 and wait for help to arrive, which didn’t happen in this case.
Foy’s hope is that other drivers learn from this tragedy and remember to slow down.
“Drivers need to be cautious; they need to observe the speed limits and recognize that these bears can jump out at any moment,” Foy said.
Copyright 2022 KOVR via CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/05/17/beloved-bear-euthanized-after-hit-and-run-california/ | 2022-05-17T01:21:53Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of LifeStance Health Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFST) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of all purchasers of LifeStance common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the documents issued in connection with LifeStance's June 10, 2021 initial public stock offering.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 11, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in LFST:
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LifeStance Health Group, Inc. NEWS - LFST NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that LifeStance Health Group, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the number of virtual visits clients were undertaking utilizing LifeStance Health was decreasing as the COVID-19 lockdowns were being lifted, thereby flatlining LifeStance Health's out-patient/virtual revenue growth; (ii) the percentage of in-person visits clients were undertaking utilizing LifeStance Health was increasing as the COVID-19 lockdowns were being lifted, thereby causing LifeStance Health's operating expenses to increase substantially; (iii) LifeStance Health had lost a large number of physicians due to burn-out and, as a result, its physician retention rate had fallen significantly below the 87% highlighted in the initial public offering's registration statement, and LifeStance Health had been expending additional costs to onboard new physicians who were less productive than the outgoing physicians they were replacing; and (iv) as a result, LifeStance Health's business metrics and financial prospects were not as strong as the initial public offering's registration statement represented.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in LifeStance you have until October 11, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased LifeStance securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the LFST lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/lifestance-health-loss-submission-form?id=31049&from=4.
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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ZUG, Switzerland and AMSTERDAM, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Joh. Enschedé, a 320-year-old Dutch printing company specialized in banknotes, postage stamps, tax labels, passports and visas, is teaming up with PROxID and Concordium blockchain to connect the world between security print products, NFTs and the metaverse.
Dutch software developer PROxID is building an NFT platform on the layer-1 blockchain with the integrated ID framework of the Swiss foundation Concordium, a market leader in securing digital assets via the ID layer. Concordium's unique blockchain-based ID framework guarantees utmost privacy, while allowing transactions to be monitored and ensuring that each one can happen instantly, efficiently, at less cost and within an energy-efficient software.
This exciting collaboration will offer collectors a new platform to collect and trade, without compromising the original stamp's uniqueness, as well as an entirely new playground beyond the physical world. In the digital world, collectible banknotes and postage stamps will correspond to NFTs acting as an ownership guarantee, which can be traded globally on a secure platform and ultimately live on in the metaverse.
Gelmer Leibbrandt, CEO at Royal Joh. Enschedé says: "Our vision is to contribute to a world without counterfeit. With the endless possibilities the blockchain offers, we are entering a new phase, a new era for our company and also adding a very strong and compelling security layer to our already very secure printed products. NFT stamps are unique, secure and highly collectible, and RJE is one of the world's best known independent security printers. I am sure this will appeal to many in the NFT space."
"If you want to predict the future, you have to create it. PROxID will soon introduce a NFT platform based on trust with verified identities and objects in a secured environment. We also guarantee low costs and low energy consumption. PROxID provides the bridge between the existing world and the new WEB3 world. We start with valuable collectibles such as crypto stamps and banknotes and more applications will follow soon." says Patrick Terranea, Founder of PROxID.
Lars Seier Christensen, chairman of Concordium and founder of Saxo Bank, says: "At Concordium, we are very excited to support a whole new dimension to the blockchain and NFT space in collaboration with RJE. Philately, the collection of stamps, is the world's largest collector's hobby. We believe this outstanding offering will bridge the world of traditional collectors to a new generation."
About Royal Joh. Enschede
Royal Joh. Enschedé, founded in 1703, is known worldwide for its attractive banknotes and stamps. With attention to detail, technical expertise and quality, Royal Joh. Enschedé is the specialist for special, secured and extremely reliable printing and security solutions. Royal Joh. Enschedé creates and prints products for financial transactions, cash equivalents and certification products, such as postage stamps, passports, visas, tax stamps, diplomas, certificates and products to protect high value branded products (brand protection). Based on craftsmanship and expertise, the company provides security printing solutions against fraud and counterfeiting worldwide.
About PROxID
PROxID is an innovative fast-growing software development company headquartered in Naarden, the Netherlands. PROxID offers professional blockchain and NFT solutions, Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) and Customer Compliance software developed with best-in-class technology. Their solutions and software are applied worldwide in various sectors.
About Concordium
Concordium is a permissionless layer 1, science-backed blockchain, designed to balance privacy with accountability through its ID layer and the use of Zero-knowledge proofs.
Creating trust with ID is a key to the mass migration of web2 to web3 and beyond.
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NEW YORK, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodwill® Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey Inc. (Goodwill NYNJ) named Jonathan Sheppard, Kevin Finnegan, and Kamran Ansari to its Board of Directors(BOD) during the board's final meeting for fiscal year 2022 on June 23, 2022.
Jonathan Sheppard is President and CEO of J. Sheppard Associates, a full service Attorney Search & Executive Placement firm servicing New York's top tier law firms, corporations and nonprofits. Having spent his entire career in the recruiting industry, Jon founded J. Sheppard Associates in January 2000, along with its sister company, DayBreak Staffing, which provides support staff in the legal, corporate and nonprofits as well. Jon and his team work best with those who lead forward thinking, inclusive and positive firms, companies and organizations.
A former NYC board chair for Easter Seals, Jon's charitable work extends to New York Cares, the 911 Memorial and Museum, The Cristo Rey NY High School and others. An avid runner, Jon has completed seven NYC Marathons, generally enjoys an active lifestyle of golf, paddleboarding, gardening and other outdoor activities with his wife, Susan, and stepchildren in Huntington, NY.
"I am humbled to be asked to be a part of things at Goodwill NYNJ," said Mr. Sheppard. "A few years ago when a former Easter Seals acquaintance introduced me to Katy, the nonprofit's president/CEO, I was immediately impressed with her passion and energy. With the board adding bench strength from the retail industry in the last few years, I look forward to advocating on the human services programs side of things, sharing Goodwill's story. I look forward to serving under Chair, Don Huber and Vice-Chair, Doug Hand, in the coming years."
Kevin Finnegan is the CEO and Founder of Finnegan Advisory Group, a business consultancy and executive coach organization. Prior to this, Mr. Finnegan had spent the past four decades in corporate retail leadership as a strategic partner. His experiences have been in leading sales teams, organizational operations, real estate, portfolio, client development, omnichannel, e-commerce, visual merchandising, and systems, all with a focus on building future leaders.
Mr. Finnegan holds a BS in Accounting from Fordham University.
"I am both excited and honored to join the Goodwill of Greater NY NJ board of directors," said Mr. Finnegan. "I look forward to playing a role in helping this amazing organization continue the mission of empowering individuals to find meaningful employment while gaining independence through the many programs offering support and mentoring. These programs available to those of the communities in which we live are so important in these difficult times. Additionally, the sustainability impact of the Goodwill stores, whose generated revenue helps support these programs, is having a significant impact on the environment."
Kamran Ansari has been a venture investor and operator for nearly 20 years in both Silicon Valley and New York, focused on fintech and commerce, at companies including Pinterest, Facebook, Venmo, Braintree, MyYearbook/MeetMe, Boxed Wholesale, Acorns, Bread Finance, Recurly, and more. He has been a Principal, Venture Partner, and now Board Partner at Greycroft since early 2012.
Kamran was also, from 2015-2017, the Head of Corporate Development at Pinterest ('PINS') – the first, dedicated outside hire brought in to drive acquisitions & strategy, and to help scale Pinterest during its hyper-growth phase. At Pinterest, Kamran led 9 acquisitions — including Jelly, Instapaper, Highlight, URX, Fleksy, & TheHunt — and spearheaded reviews of hundreds of potential opportunities. He also worked on product extensions and company strategy across commerce, advertising, payments, and AI/Machine Learning. At Greycroft, Kamran has led investments in Boxed Wholesale ('BOXD'), Azimo (pending acquisition), Credit Key, SISU, Coast Payments, Billie (acquired by Edgewell/Schick), Recurly (acquired by Accel-KKR), Fortumo (acquired by Boku), Bread Finance (acquired by Alliance Data Systems), Custora (acquired by Amperity), Floored 3D (acquired by CBRE), and Cord (acquired by Spotify). Kamran also managed Greycroft's investment in Venmo (acquired by Braintree), and Co-led investments in Braintree (acquired by PayPal) and Trustev (acquired by TransUnion), and helped execute the fund's original investment in Acorns. Earlier, Kamran was an operator at MyYearbook/MeetMe ('MEET,' acquired by ProSebien for $500M), an early private investor in Facebook ('META'), and a VC at Tenaya Capital, where he worked on venture investments in Palo Alto Networks ('PANW'), New Relic ('NEWR'), and Zuora ('ZUO'), and supported portfolio companies Zappos (acquired, 'AMZN') and Kayak (acquired, 'PCLN'). He brings unique viewpoints on scaling high-growth technology businesses and insights from both sides of the table – as a Venture Investor & Board Member, and as a former operator & corporate development executive.
Kamran began his career at McKinsey & Company, and holds a B.A. from Yale, and both M.B.A and J.D. degrees from Stanford. He is an admissions interviewer for Stanford's business school, and a member of the New York State Bar. He is also featured on CNBC, Cheddar TV, Bloomberg, and Fox Business News discussing various technology topics.
"I'm honored to join the Board of Goodwill NYNJ," said Mr. Ansari. "The power of work is critically important, especially today, and I stand behind Goodwill's mission to empower communities and provide them with sustainable jobs; Goodwill's programs are making a meaningful difference in the lives of many. My family and I have been strong supporters of Goodwill over the years through our time, donations and gifts, and I'm grateful for the chance to deepen our involvement with the organization."
"As part of its 3-year strategic plan of double impact of sustainable fashion and power of work, Goodwill NYNJ will expand its retail operations footprint in response to the retail thrift market trends," said Katy Gaul-Stigge, Goodwill NYNJ President and CEO. "We will continue to grow and deepen the impact of our mission programs on people served, funded by a robust and sustainable retail operation. Kamran, Kevin, and Jon bring years of experience in the sectors that will complement the work of our Board of Directors and will help our team to reach the goals of the plan in the next two years."
"We are pleased to have Jon, Kevin and Kamran on the board," said Don Huber, chair of the Goodwill Board of Directors. "They bring valuable expertise in recruitment, retail and strategic planning, along with prior non-profit experience. Each of them is excited to join the board and enthusiastic about Goodwill's work. I look forward to working with them."
About Goodwill NYNJ:
Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey, Inc. (Goodwill NYNJ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates retail stores throughout the region powered by donations of clothing and household items. Goodwill NYNJ translates those donations into workforce development services for people with disabilities and those who are unemployed or under-employed, job training leading to employment, and behavioral health services for individuals with mental illness. Annually, Goodwill NYNJ services build better lives for thousands of New York City Metropolitan Area residents and their families. For over 107 years, the agency's mission has been to empower individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment to gain independence through the power of work. Learn more about Goodwill NYNJ at http://www.goodwillnynj.org; follow us on Twitter: @GoodwillNYNJ; and find us on Facebook or Instagram: GoodwillNYNJ.
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JCPD identifies man arrested after 4.5-hour standoff
JUNCTION CITY, Kan. (WIBW) - The Junction City Police Department has identified Curtis McDaniel, 35, of Junction City, as the man arrested following a 4.5-hour standoff.
The Junction City Police Department says around 4:35 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20, officers and officials with the Geary Co. Sheriff’s Office were called to a neighborly disturbance that involved a gun in the 800 block of Skyline Dr.
When officials arrived, they said McDaniel had barricaded himself in his home and refused to comply with lawful orders. After the refusal, local S.W.A.T. members were deployed and a 4.5-hour standoff ensued.
JCPD said when S.W.A.T. deployed tear gas into the home, McDaniel finally surrendered and was arrested around 8:55 p.m.
No injuries were reported in the incident.
McDaniel has been booked into the Geary Co. Jail on aggravated assault, aggravated child endangerment, felon in possession of a firearm and criminal threat. He remains behind bars with no bond listed.
JCPD said it would like to thank the Geary Co. Sheriff’s Office, Grandview Plaza Police Dept., Junction City Fire, and EMS crews, as well as Evergy, for their help in the incident. With their help, it said the incident was able to come to a peaceful conclusion without any serious injuries.
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Next trial in RAS-mutated mCRC (ONSEMBLE) is a randomized Phase 2 trial to demonstrate onvansertib's contribution to SoC and position for a possible accelerated approval opportunity; topline data expected in 2H 2024
Data from ongoing Phase 1b/2 trial in KRAS-mutated mCRC show durable responses to treatment, with a median duration of response (mDoR) of 11.7 months for all doses and 12.5 months for the recommended phase 2 dose
Initial data in Phase 2 trial in second-line pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (mPDAC) show 1 partial response (PR), 3 stable disease (SD) achieved in 5 evaluable patients treated with onvansertib plus SoC
Based on its current expectations and projections, the Company's current cash resources are sufficient to fund its operations into 2025
Company management is hosting a webcast and conference call today at 4:30 PM ET
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardiff Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRDF), a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging PLK1 inhibition to develop novel therapies across a range of cancers, today announced plans to conduct a randomized Phase 2 trial of onvansertib in combination with standard-of-care (SoC) FOLFIRI/bevacizumab in second-line RAS-mutated mCRC, durability of responses from its ongoing Phase 1b/2 clinical trial in KRAS-mutated mCRC and additional business updates.
"We designed our next clinical program in mCRC, a randomized Phase 2 trial we have named ONSEMBLE, to accelerate and de-risk our lead indication," said Mark Erlander, PhD, chief executive officer of Cardiff Oncology. "Chief among ONSEMBLE's objectives is to generate a randomized dataset to demonstrate the contribution of onvansertib over standard-of-care alone, validating the Phase 1b/2 trial results. These results show patients with different KRAS mutations experiencing durable responses to treatment with onvansertib plus standard-of-care, with an objective response rate and median progression-free survival that are well above historical benchmarks. In line with the FDA's Project Optimus initiative, the ONSEMBLE trial will also seek to confirm the optimal dose of onvansertib in mCRC. We believe achieving these objectives could position onvansertib for a possible accelerated approval opportunity, though this would ultimately depend on the strength of the ONSEMBLE trial results."
Dr. Erlander continued, "With regards to our ongoing Phase 2 trial in pancreatic cancer, we are pleased to announce encouraging initial results that show 4 out of 5 evaluable patients achieving disease control and remaining on-treatment as of the data cutoff date. Based in part on the strength of our results in mCRC and PDAC, as well as the unmet need and market opportunity in these indications, we will be focusing our resources on these programs and will not independently fund future clinical activities in prostate cancer. We will also continue to explore onvansertib's potential in additional indications by leveraging investigator-initiated studies, which will allow us to operate with capital efficiency. Based on this approach and our current projections, we expect our current cash resources to fund company operations into 2025."
Cardiff Oncology's next trial in mCRC, ONSEMBLE, is designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of onvansertib in combination with SoC FOLFIRI/bevacizumab in patients with second-line KRAS/NRAS-mutated mCRC. The trial is expected to enroll approximately 150 patients who will be randomized 1:1:1 to receive SoC alone, SoC plus 20 mg onvansertib, or SoC plus 30 mg onvansertib, with onvansertib administered on days 1-5 and 15-19 of 28-day treatment cycles. The primary endpoint of the trial is objective response rate (ORR). Progression-free survival (PFS) and duration of response (DoR) will be key secondary endpoints. Activation of the trial is expected in Q4 2022, with topline data expected in 2H 2024. If positive, Cardiff Oncology believes the trial results may position onvansertib for a possible accelerated approval opportunity in second-line KRAS/NRAS-mutated mCRC.
Data from the ongoing Phase 1b/2 trial of onvansertib plus FOLFIRI/bevacizumab in second-line KRAS-mutated mCRC show patients experiencing durable responses to treatment, with a median duration of response of 11.7 months (95% confidence interval (CI): 8.9 – not reached). The ORR across all evaluable patients in the trial (n=48) is 35%, with responses observed across multiple KRAS variants. Median PFS across all evaluable patients in the trial is 9.3 months (95% CI: 7.6 – 13.5). Historical control trials of different drug combinations, including the SOC of FOLFIRI with bevacizumab, in similar patient populations have shown ORR and mPFS of 5 – 13% and approximately 4.5 – 5.7 months, respectively1-4. These data were recently featured in a poster presentation at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress 2022.
A new subgroup analysis from the ongoing Phase 1b/2 clinical trial of onvansertib plus FOLFIRI/bevacizumab in second-line KRAS-mutated mCRC show an ORR of 69% and median PFS of 13.5 months in bevacizumab naïve patients (n=13). The ORR and mPFS for bevacizumab naïve patients were greater than those for the subgroup of trial participants with prior bevacizumab exposure (ORR=23%, mPFS=7.8 months, n=35), and for the population of all evaluable trial participants (ORR=35%, mPFS=9.3 months, n=48). This is well above historical control trials in mCRC which show an ORR of approximately 25% and a mPFS of approximately 6.9 months in bevacizumab naïve patients4-9. The observed increase in ORR in bevacizumab naïve patients was seen consistently across all patient characteristics and demographics in the trial. Based on these findings, the Company plans to stratify for prior bevacizumab exposure within the randomization of the ONSEMBLE trial and conduct preclinical studies to explore the apparent synergy between onvansertib and bevacizumab.
Preliminary data from 5 evaluable patients in an ongoing open-label Phase 2 trial of onvansertib in combination with nanoliposomal irinotecan and 5-FU in second-line metastatic PDAC show 1 patient achieving an initial partial response (PR) and 3 patients achieving stable disease (SD). The 4 patients achieving SD or a PR remain on study. The fifth evaluable patient discontinued the study due to progressive disease and an additional 3 patients are on-study and awaiting their first post-baseline scan as of the data cutoff date. Based on prior clinical studies, the historical ORR and median PFS for second-line PDAC patients are 7.7% and 3.1 months, respectively10,11. Additional data from the ongoing Phase 2 trial are expected in Q2 or Q3 2023.
Following a strategic review of its clinical data in metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC), as well as the current and projected therapeutic landscape in this indication, the Company has decided it will not independently fund any future clinical activities in mCRPC.
A single-arm, Phase 1b/2 trial of onvansertib in combination with paclitaxel in patients with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic TNBC is open for enrollment at Dana Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI). In Phase 1b, approximately 14-16 patients will be treated with different doses of onvansertib in combination with a fixed dose of paclitaxel to determine the maximum tolerated dose and recommended phase 2 dose (RP2D) of onvansertib. In Phase 2, approximately 34 patients will be treated with the selected onvansertib RP2D in combination with paclitaxel. The primary endpoint of Phase 2 of the trial is ORR, with PFS included as a secondary endpoint. Preliminary data from the trial are expected in Q4 2023 or Q1 2024. For more information, please visit NCT05383196.
A single-arm, two-stage, Phase 2 trial of onvansertib monotherapy in patients with relapsed SCLC is open for enrollment at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). The trial is designed to enroll 15 patients in Stage 1, with the study proceeding to Stage 2 if 2 or more Stage 1 patients achieve an objective response. Stage 2 is designed to enroll an additional 20 patients. The primary endpoint of the trial is ORR, while key secondary endpoints include PFS and overall survival. Preliminary data from the trial are expected in Q2 or Q3 2023. For more information, please visit NCT05450965.
Cardiff Oncology will host a webcast and conference call to discuss its clinical data, business updates, and corporate strategy today at 4:30 PM ET. To access the call, please dial 1-877-407-9208 (domestic) or 1-201-493-6784 (international) and refer to conference ID 13731618. The conference call will also be webcast live and a link to the webcast can be accessed here. A replay of the webcast will be available by visiting the "Events" section of the Cardiff Oncology website after its conclusion.
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Cardiff Oncology is a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging PLK1 inhibition to develop novel therapies across a range of cancers. Our lead asset is onvansertib, a PLK1 inhibitor we are evaluating in combination with standard-of-care (SoC) therapeutics in clinical programs targeting indications such as KRAS/NRAS-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) and metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (mPDAC). These programs and our broader development strategy are designed to target tumor vulnerabilities in order to overcome treatment resistance and deliver superior clinical benefit compared to the SoC alone. For more information, please visit https://www.cardiffoncology.com.
Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified using words such as "anticipate," "believe," "forecast," "estimated" and "intend" or other similar terms or expressions that concern Cardiff Oncology's expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. These forward-looking statements are based on Cardiff Oncology's current expectations and actual results could differ materially. There are several factors that could cause actual events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, clinical trials involve a lengthy and expensive process with an uncertain outcome, and results of earlier studies and trials may not be predictive of future trial results; delays in initiation and completion of our clinical trials, our clinical trials may be suspended or discontinued due to unexpected side effects or other safety risks that could preclude approval of our product candidates; risks related to business interruptions, including the outbreak of COVID-19 coronavirus, which could seriously harm our financial condition and increase our costs and expenses; uncertainties of government or third party payer reimbursement; dependence on key personnel; limited experience in marketing and sales; substantial competition; uncertainties of patent protection and litigation; dependence upon third parties; and risks related to failure to obtain FDA clearances or approvals and noncompliance with FDA regulations. There are no guarantees that our product candidate will be utilized or prove to be commercially successful. Additionally, there are no guarantees that future clinical trials will be completed or successful or that any precision medicine therapeutics will receive regulatory approval for any indication or prove to be commercially successful. Investors should read the risk factors set forth in Cardiff Oncology's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and other periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. While the list of factors presented here is considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Unlisted factors may present significant additional obstacles to the realization of forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements included herein are made as of the date hereof, and Cardiff Oncology does not undertake any obligation to update publicly such statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Molecular Partners AG (NASDAQ: MOLN).
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This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) Molecular Partners American Depositary Shares pursuant and/or traceable to certain documents issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about June 16, 2021; and/or (b) Molecular Partners securities between June 16, 2021, and April 26, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until September 12, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Molecular Partners AG issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the Company's product, ensovibep, was less effective at treating COVID-19 than defendants had led investors to believe; that (ii) accordingly, the the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") was reasonably likely to require an additional Phase 3 study of ensovibep before granting the drug Emergency Use Authorization ("EUA"); (iii) waning global rates of COVID-19 significantly reduced the Company's chances of securing EUA for ensovibep; (iv) another of the Company's product candidates, MP0310, was less attractive to Molecular Partners' collaborator, Amgen, than defendants had led investors to believe; (v) accordingly, there was a significant likelihood that Amgen would return to global rights of MP0310 to Molecular Partners; (vi) as a result of all the foregoing, the clinical and commercial prospects of ensovibep and MP0310 were overstated; and (vii) as a result, documents issues in connection with the Company's initial public offer and defendants' public statements throughout the class period were materially false and/or misleading and failed to state information required to be stated therein.
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DE PERE, Wis., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caravel Autism Health, a leader in the diagnosis and treatment of young children on the autism spectrum, celebrated the grand opening of a new clinic this week. The new clinic at 1511 West Main Avenue in De Pere serves families across the Green Bay area, providing evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis therapy. ABA therapy helps children with autism develop skills, create connections with others, and gain confidence. Rooted in positive reinforcement, ABA therapy is recognized for its effectiveness by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Caravel has its roots in Wisconsin. In 2009, the company's founders opened their first clinic in Green Bay. This new clinic model was designed to meet the specific needs of children on the autism spectrum and achieve helpful and demonstrable outcomes for children and families. Since then, the Caravel team has been working in communities across Wisconsin and in five other states to bring ABA therapy to communities where families struggle to find high-quality autism treatment programs.
"At Caravel, we change lives," explained Caravel CEO Mike Miller. "ABA therapy helps children reach their greatest potential, but there is a shortage of providers. We're investing in new clinics so that we can bring resources and expertise to families who need this specialized care."
The De Pere center is led by clinic director Cierra Smith, MS, BCBA, who has been part of the Caravel team since 2010. "We see the impact of ABA therapy every day as we work with our kids, so we're incredibly excited to be opening another clinic for families in northeast Wisconsin," explained Smith.
In addition to customized ABA therapy, the autism specialists in De Pere offer evaluation, diagnosis, and family support services. Caravel invites parents of young children and others with questions about autism diagnosis and ABA therapy to call 920-282-8790 or visit caravelautism.com.
Since 2009, Caravel Autism Health has been devoted to helping families navigate the challenges of childhood autism. Our team of clinical experts specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of children on the autism spectrum. Caravel's research-based and data-driven programs are designed to provide better outcomes that help children with autism reshape their development and embrace new ways of interacting with the world.
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NEW YORK, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Volta Inc. (NYSE: VLTA) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: August 2, 2021 to March 28, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: May 31, 2022
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Volta Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Volta had improperly accounted for restricted stock units issued in connection with the business combination of Volta Industries, Inc. ("Legacy Volta") and Tortoise Acquisition Corp. II; (2) as a result, the Company had understated its net loss for third quarter 2021; (3) there were material weaknesses in the Company's internal control over financial reporting that resulted in a material error; (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company would restate its financial statements; (5) as a result of the foregoing, Legacy Volta's founders would imminently exit the Company; (6) as a result, the Company's financial results would be adversely impacted; and (7) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Volta you have until May 31, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Volta securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the VLTA lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/volta-inc-loss-submission-form?id=27555&from=4.
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- The Reejig Impact Fund will donate Reejig's workforce intelligence technology to veteran, skilled refugee and other underrepresented communities, with a goal to reskill, build new capabilities, and remove barriers to career opportunities for all.
- Reejig is calling on as many people as possible to join the pledge to unlock a world of Zero Wasted Potential where all individuals have access to meaningful career opportunities, no matter their background or circumstance.
- For each pledge, Reejig will gift its workforce intelligence technology to someone from an underrepresented community, giving them access to career opportunities that align to their skills, interests, and potential.
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise-grade workforce intelligence platform Reejig is proud to announce the launch of the Reejig Impact Fund at the HR Technology Conference and Expo in Las Vegas.
The Impact Fund is designed to help underrepresented communities unlock career opportunities, growth, and potential. It will donate Reejig's workforce intelligence technology to veterans, skilled refugees and other underrepresented communities, with a goal to reskill, build new capabilities, and remove barriers to career opportunities for all.
Announcing the launch, CEO & Co-Founder of Reejig, Siobhan Savage said, "Reejig's mission is to create a world with Zero Wasted Potential in business, people, and society. We're not just building technology; we're also creating recurring impact and change for the better. The Reejig Impact Fund is our way of giving back to society by removing barriers to career opportunities for all. When people have fair and equitable access to personally meaningful work — no matter their background — all of society can reap the benefits"
Reejig is calling on as many people as possible to join the pledge to unlock a world with Zero Wasted Potential. For each pledge, Reejig will gift its workforce intelligence technology to someone from an underrepresented community, giving them access to career opportunities that align to their skills, interests, and potential.
The launch of The Impact Fund comes after a huge year of growth for Reejig. The team has grown by over 1000% and opened offices in APAC, NAMER, and the UK. It is rapidly adding to its global enterprise client portfolio with clients such as AWS, KPMG, Woolworths Group, John Holland, and Allianz. Reejig announced last week that it had secured an investment from Salesforce Ventures, adding to its world-class investor portfolio including Skip Capital, headed by Atlassian co-founder Scott Farquhar, Airtree Ventures, and Culture Amp's Didier Elzinga.
Siobhan Savage will be speaking at the HR Technology Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, which runs from 13th – 16th September. Siobhan's session, Have you got your Zero Wasted Potential People Strategy? will focus on how HR leaders can create a winning people strategy in this volatile environment.
Siobhan Savage, said of being at the conference, "We are excited to connect with the world's top people leaders in Vegas this week at HR Tech. We're challenging leaders to approach their people strategy with the same rigor that they would do their supply chain or finances. This starts with knowing who your people are, what skills they have and how you are utilizing them. We created Reejig to give organizations true visibility of their people and their potential, at scale, so they can optimize their workforces and create meaningful careers for everyone involved."
For on the ground updates at the event follow #HRTechConf or Siobhan Savage's LinkedIn or Reejig's LinkedIn.
Reejig is a leading workforce intelligence platform that enables global organizations to find, retain, and upskill talent at scale. Powered by the world's first independently-audited, ethical AI, Reejig acts as your central nervous system for all talent decisions, enabling zero wasted potential. Learn more by visiting reejig.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Reejig is a platinum sponsor of the HR Technology Conference and Expo 2022.
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Friends, family and authorities are scrambling to find 16-year-old Kiely Rodni after she disappeared following a campground party in Northern California.
Kiely was at the Prosser Family Campground on Friday night and was last seen around 12:30 a.m. Saturday, the Placer County Sheriff's Office said.
"We are treating her disappearance as an abduction right now because we have not been able to locate her vehicle," sheriff's spokesperson Angela Musallam said.
Officials are looking for Kiely's silver 2013 Honda CRV and say her phone has been out of service since the party. Kiely is White, 5'7" and about 118 pounds. She has blond hair, hazel eyes and a nose ring. Kiely was last seen wearing a black tank top and Dickies brand pants.
At least 100 other juveniles and young adults were at the party in a wooded area, officials said. Kiely's loved ones are wondering how no one saw the teen leave, CNN affiliate KCRA reported.
"I can't believe it. There has to have been one person -- there were people sitting in cars, there were people everywhere around this place," Kiely's friend Sammi Smith told KCRA.
The grounds are about 17 miles north of Lake Tahoe and 36 miles from Reno, Nevada.
On Monday, the Placer County Sheriff's Office flew a search helicopter over the area.
"Despite the numerous resources we have utilized, Kiely and her vehicle are still missing," the sheriff's office said. "We are currently coordinating with the California Highway Patrol, Truckee Police, FBI, and the Nevada County Sheriff's Office as we continue our search for Kiely."
Kiely's mother, Lindsey Rodni-Nieman, said the wait has been grueling.
"My head is all over the place and I'm terrified. Bad thoughts are very strong and hard to keep at bay," Rodni-Nieman told KCRA. "But I'm trying to hold out hope, you know, that we'll find her, that she'll come home."
Friends and family have set up a website, FindKiely.com, to help with the search. And a GoFundMe account has been established to fund a reward for information leading to Kiely's safe return.
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HOUSTON, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Coterra Energy Inc. ("Coterra" or the "Company") (NYSE: CTRA) today announced it will host a conference call on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at 9:00 AM CT (10:00 AM ET) to discuss first-quarter 2022 financial and operating results. The Company plans to announce first-quarter 2022 results after the market closes on Monday, May 2.
Conference Call Information
Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM ET / 9:00 AM CT
Dial-in (for callers in the U.S. and Canada): (888) 550-5424
Int'l dial-in: (646) 960-0819
Conference ID: 3813676
To access the live webcast, visit the "Events & Presentations" page under the "Investors" section of the Company's website at www.coterra.com. The replay will be archived and available at the same location after the conclusion of the live event.
About Coterra Energy
Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading producer, delivering returns with a commitment to sustainability leadership. Learn more about us at www.coterra.com.
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- 25th Anniversary Model Limited to 2,525 Units in U.S.
- Hybrid-Exclusive Sienna Line Has 245 Horsepower and up to an EPA-estimated 36 Combined MPG
- Standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Woodland Edition Continues with AWD, Increased Ground Clearance and Exclusive Features
- Designed and Built in the U.S.
- A Look Back at 25 Years of Sienna Evolution
PLANO, Texas, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 Toyota Sienna marks the model's first quarter-century of success and celebrates with a limited-availability 25th Anniversary Edition. Based on the sport-infused XSE grade, the special model gains additional luxury cabin features from the Limited grade and adds exclusive exterior and interior trim. Toyota will build just 2,525 of these models for the U.S., making this a "gotta have it" minivan.
Toyota has sold more than 2.2 million Sienna models since its debut in 1997. The fourth-generation Sienna debuted for the 2021 model year, offering hybrid power exclusively and giving customers the benefit of Toyota's 20+ years of global hybrid leadership and well documented quality, durability and reliability. The 2023 Sienna lays down impressive numbers. Its Toyota Hybrid System II delivers 245 total system horsepower and earns the vehicle an EPA-estimated 36 combined MPG fuel economy (front-wheel drive).
The Hybrid-exclusive strategy has been a winner for Sienna, which was the top-selling minivan in America for 2021, capturing 35% of the segment. The new-generation Sienna offers the choice in front-wheel drive or Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive, which employs a separate rear electric motor rather than a heavy AWD transfer case and space-robbing driveshaft to the rear wheels. As a result, EPA-estimated combined fuel economy is 35 MPG, nearly matching the 36 combined MPG for front wheel drive.
Happy Silver Anniversary
The ultra-sporty XSE model on which the 25th Anniversary Edition amps up the sporty factor with available dark 20-in. split-5-spoke wheels, bolder looking front and rear bumpers, black-painted caps and a sport-tuned suspension that are unique to the XSE. The Sienna 25th Anniversary Edition is available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and includes the XSE Plus Package, which equips the Sienna 25th Anniversary Edition with roof rails, Premium Audio with JBL speakers and navigation, wireless charging and a 1500-watt converter.
Appropriately for the occasion, the Sienna 25th Anniversary Edition is available in Celestial Silver, with Wind Chill Pearl as a second color choice. Special black badging and exterior trim, including mirrors caps and shark fin antenna, accents the two available exterior colors.
From there, this celebration model adds a slew of features from the Limited grade, including the exterior mirrors with memory, auto-dimming, puddle lights, power-fold and reverse-tilt down function. Inside, the Limited also donates black leather-trimmed seating with silver-colored stitching, including heated and ventilated front seats with memory. The Limited's memory steering column and second-row seats with ottomans enhance onboard comfort, and illuminated door sills greet front occupants. Special "25th Anniversary" floormats treat the feet, and an exclusive black key fob cover with silver-colored stitching features a "25th Anniversary" badge.
Sienna's Journey
As minivans entered the market and gained popularity in the eighties and nineties, Toyota first imported its rear-drive Van and then the more market-suitable Previa. Meanwhile, Toyota was preparing a much more focused entry, and it arrived for 1998: the Sienna.
The Sienna proved to be right on target for the market, and through each design generation has evolved to a state of family vehicle perfection. Here's a look at how it got there.
First-Generation: 1998-2003
Designed expressly for the U.S. market, the 1998 Sienna was assembled at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. in Georgetown, Kentucky. Toyota called the first Sienna "The Camry of Minivans," and for good reasons. Firstly, it was based on a larger version of the Camry's front-wheel drive platform, which ensured an excellent balance of handling agility and ride comfort. Also, the Sienna was designed to give buyers the same combination of quality, user-friendly operation and value that had made the Camry so popular.
The first Sienna was 193.5 inches long on a 114-inch wheelbase, making it easy to maneuver and park. The powertrain paired a 3.0-liter, 194-horsepower V6 with a four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission. The 1998-2003 Sienna had an EPA-estimated 17 city MPG / 23 highway MPG / 19 combined MPG fuel economy ratings.
The Sienna offered the choice of 7- or 8-seat configurations and provided renowned Toyota value in CE, LE and XLE grades. A driver's side sliding rear door was standard on LE and XLE and optional for CE, and the XLE offered optional leather-trimmed seats.
Toyota engineered the first Sienna with the safety that family van buyers sought. Anti-lock brakes were standard, and Sienna was one of the few vans at the time to offer available front seat-mounted side torso airbags and Vehicle Stability Control. The first Sienna achieved the highest rating ("Good") in all six IIHS frontal crash tests.
Second-Generation: 2004-2010
Customers loved the first-gen Sienna so much, they wanted more … more room, more versatility, more power and more safety. The second-gen Sienna for 2004 delivered on all counts. The chief engineer for the new model, Yuji Yokoya, and his family drove a first-gen Sienna throughout North America and met with minivan owners to gain a deeper understanding of how owners used these vehicles in daily life. Influenced by that input, the second-gen Sienna introduced for 2004 grew significantly to offer more room and versatility. Wheelbase and length both increased by five inches, and the new Sienna was also four inches wider and 1.6 inches higher than the first-generation model.
The second-gen Sienna debuted an all-wheel drive option, and the Sienna would remain the only minivan to offer AWD for many years. All models gained a 3.3-liter V6 with 230 horsepower, teamed to a new 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission. Fuel economy ratings increased to 17/25/20 EPA-estimated MPG for the front-wheel drive model.
Seating and cargo room increased all around. Notably, as minivans were frequently used for trips to warehouse stores, the Sienna could now easily carry 4x8-foot sheets of plywood. The second-gen Sienna debuted a luxurious new Limited trim. And, recognizing the value of keeping passengers entertained, Toyota offered an optional rear-seat DVD entertainment system with two 110V outlets.
In the safety category, side curtain airbags, optional on certain 2004-2005 trims, became standard on all for 2006. Vehicle Stability Control was made standard for all models in 2008. Continuous evolution brought new features such as Bluetooth wireless tech for hands-free phone use and music streaming, a power-folding third row, rear view camera, rear parking sensors and navigation. For 2007, the Sienna received a 266-horsepower 3.5-liter V6.
Third Generation: 2011-2019
The third-generation Sienna introduced for 2011 ushered in a bolder design, along with a growing roster of luxury and tech features. The design emerged from Toyota's CALTY studios, with engineering handled by Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, as well as in Japan. Sized the same as the second-gen Sienna, the new model added versatility.
A new 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine became standard but was discontinued after two years. The 3.5-liter V6 continued and was paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. For 2018, power jumped to 296 horsepower with the addition of Toyota's D4-S direct fuel injection, and an eight-speed automatic replaced the six-speed. EPA fuel economy estimates with this combination were 18 city / 24 highway / 20 combined.
Standard features included three-zone climate control, three power ports, power door locks and remote keyless entry. As a fun surprise, a new SE model grade added some sport sedan verve to the driving experience. Front styling was even bolder, with side skirting that visually lowered the vehicle and smoked taillights that made a distinctive statement. Specially tuned suspension, revised steering and 19-inch alloy wheels boosted agility and driving engagement. This was the minivan with attitude.
The third-gen Sienna brought a major advance in active safety for 2015 with optional Pre-Collision System and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. Toyota Safety Sense P (TSS-P) was made standard for all model grades in 2018. TSS-P included Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control and Automatic High Beams.
Additional safety features included a rear-view camera with 180-degree view, driver's knee airbag and Toyota Safety Connect. On the luxury and user tech side, the Smart Key System with Push-Button Start added new convenience, and the available second-row sliding Lounge Seating could slide up to 23 inches rearward to open up enormous legroom.
The Sienna's Entune 3.0 multimedia system included a live-traffic map, while the higher grades also featured Wi-Fi connectivity for up to five devices. An available 11.6-inch dual-view rear seat entertainment system was a real passenger pleaser.
Fourth Generation: 2020-
Toyota reimagined the fourth-generation Sienna to support a wider array of life stages and activities than the typical minivan. That included answering the call for more luxury, multimedia and outdoors-amenable features.
Assembled in the U.S., the fourth-generation Sienna was designed by the combined effort of CALTY's Newport Beach, California, and Ann Arbor, Michigan, studios. It is built around an all-new minivan structure based on Toyota's versatile TNGA-K Platform architecture, and the evocative design was influenced by the bold and robust character of SUVs.
The Sienna delivers a confident, agile driving experience with exemplary ride comfort, thanks in large part to the TNGA-K Platform combined with a trailing-arm multi-link rear suspension. The sporty XSE and lavish Platinum grades fill their wheel wells with standard 20-inch aluminum clad wheels with P235/50R20 tires for FWD. (All-Wheel Drive versions have 18-inch wheels.)
The 2023 Sienna line includes LE, XLE, sporty XSE, outdoors-oriented Woodland Edition, luxurious Limited and ultra-plush Platinum trims. The Woodland Edition introduced for 2022 combines adventure-inspired rugged styling, a standard Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive System and increased ground clearance to take family fun further afield.
The 2023 Sienna offers many available premium features across the model line (depending on model grade), such as kick-open and closed sliding side doors and rear gate, four-zone climate control system, heated second-row Super-Long Slide captain's chairs with ottomans, power tilt and telescoping steering column with heated steering wheel, 10-in. color head-up display and 12-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system.
All 2023 Sienna models come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 (TSS 2.0), a comprehensive active safety system that includes:
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Automatic High Beams
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Road Sign Assist
The Sienna LE and some XLE models come equipped in 8-seat configurations with a stowable middle seat. The Super-Long Slide second-row captain's chairs in some 7-seat models slide 25 inches, providing ample legroom and flexibility to maximize comfort, especially when used with the available ottoman feature. (Standard for 25th Anniversary Edition, Limited and Platinum and available for certain others.)
Cutting-edge visibility tech and the available Bird's Eye View Camera with Perimeter Scan provides a live, 360-degree view to help the driver see potential obstacles.
The 2023 Sienna offers a smorgasbord of connectivity and entertainment, with versatile Toyota Audio systems providing something for everyone. The base Toyota Audio system in the LE grade is jam-packed with features, including a 9-in. touchscreen, six speakers, Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa compatibility, seven USB media ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® with 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription and Safety Connect® with 1-year trial and Wi-Fi Connect with up to 3 GB within a one-month trial.
And, did we mention an up to EPA-estimated 36 combined MPG rating and available Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive. That is the anatomy of a minivan innovator and leader.
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE: TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. 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. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, a quarter of the company's 2021 U.S. sales were electrified.
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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BONITA SPRINGS, Fla., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Right Way Elevator Maintenance, Inc., an American Elevator Group (AEG) company, that specializes in the maintenance, modernization, and repair of elevator equipment, announced the expansion of its service footprint with the opening of a new office located at 28631 N Diesel Drive in Bonita Springs, Florida. In addition to the new Bonita Springs location, Right Way Elevator has a corporate office in St Petersburg, Florida and an additional office in Sarasota, Florida.
Right Way Elevator has been on a growth trajectory since its founding in 2012. Right Way has been able to achieve this significant growth due to the company's strategic placement in the market, its stellar localized service, by performing high quality preventative maintenance, modernization and repair work, and employing great talent that add exceptional value to its customers.
"We are thrilled to expand our offerings to Bonita Springs, Florida and now provide expert and reliable service in this area," said Ryan Coley, President, Right Way Elevator Maintenance, Inc. "We are actively looking to increase our service area and opening this new office is a part of that journey."
He continued, "In addition, being part of American Elevator Group (AEG) provides us with immense resources and added value that helps us to deliver the best quality services and allows us to continue to grow."
An open house celebration will take place Wednesday, July 13, 2022 from 11 A.M. - 2 P.M at the new Bonita Springs office. Property managers, commercial building managers, and consulting companies are invited to the grand opening which will offer refreshments from Big Papa's Country Kitchen, giveaways, and provide an informational setting in which to learn more about Right Way Elevators' services.
About Right Way Elevator Maintenance, Inc.
Founded in 2012, Right Way Elevator Maintenance Inc. offers superior quality elevator service. With over 36 years of experience servicing commercial elevators in west central Florida, Right Way Elevator handles all areas of elevator service – from routine maintenance to full modernizations and state mandated testing and compliance.
For more information visit https://www.rightwayelevator.com/
About American Elevator Group
Founded in 2020, American Elevator Group is the largest independent elevator service provider in North America. The group consists of independent elevator companies that deliver local expertise and customer service across 21 states. Backed by significant resources in safety, finance, technology, marketing, and operations, the group is in a continuous state of growth.
For more information on AEG, visit www.americanelevator.com
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NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in 17 Education & Technology Group Inc. ("17EdTech" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: YQ) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of 17EdTech investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons or entities who purchased or otherwise acquired publicly traded 17EdTech securities pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with 17EdTech's December 2020 initial public offering. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
YQ investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (1) 17EdTech's K-12 Academic AST Services would end less than a year after the Company's initial public offering; (2) as part of its ongoing regulatory efforts, Chinese authorities would imminently curtail and/or end 17EdTech's core business; and (3) as a result, defendants' statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in 17EdTech during the relevant time frame, you have until September 19, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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PITTSBURGH, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I cook a lot of rice and I did not like what traditional rice cookers lacked," said the inventor, from South, Texas. "I thought of this idea with added safety features to improve the appliance and to help prevent the wall plug socket from wearing out. It also allows you to easily turn on/off the cooking mode and it helps to prevent premature element failure."
He invented the FAMILY RICE COOKER that could improve safety conditions within any kitchen. The featured safety components would allow the user to deactivate the rice cooker without unplugging the cord. This will help to prevent the wall plug socket from wearing out, which could help to prevent potential fires in the future. It will also help to prevent the cooking element from wearing out prematurely. The invention includes a specially-designed added feature to assure users of the I/O (on/off)switch to the traditional rice cooker. Additionally, the design will help prevent kitchen fires, which could help save lives and prevent property damage as well as prolong the cooking element.
The original design was submitted to the Houston sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-HOF-209, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Biden to address Naval grads amid Texas, Ukraine backdrop
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland (AP) — President Joe Biden is set to address graduates at the United States Naval Academy Friday amid turbulence abroad with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and tragedy at home after two mass shootings in as many weeks.
Biden’s remarks to the more than 1,000 newly commissioned ensigns and second lieutenants at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland, will be his first commencement address of the year.
He is also set to deliver remarks at Saturday’s graduation ceremony at the University of Delaware, his alma mater. On Sunday, the president will visit Uvalde, Texas to console grieving families after Tuesday’s shooting at an elementary school that killed 19 children and two teachers.
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Available in Four Flavors: Cappuccino, Vanilla, Maple Donut and Mocha
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alani Nu, the better-for-you health and wellness brand founded by entrepreneur and influencer Katy Hearn, launched a new beverage category within its portfolio today – Alani Coffee. This new, ready-to-drink line offers 10 grams of protein and natural caffeine derived from coffee beans, with only 90 calories per 12 oz. bottle.
"Expanding into the coffee category has been a dream for us. As a highly requested product for so long, we have taken every step possible to curate the best-tasting flavors," said Founder, Katy Hearn. "We are excited to share this new line with our Alani community."
Alani Coffee is gluten-free, high in calcium, low in fat and cholesterol, and sweetened with only 6 grams of sugar. A perfect blend of cold-brewed coffee and cream, Alani Coffee comes in four flavors including cappuccino, vanilla, maple donut and mocha, each sold in a 12-pack case.
Alani Coffee is now available on Walmart.com and rolling into select retail partners' brick and mortar locations including Walmart, GNC and The Vitamin Shoppe.
For more information, please visit www.alaninu.com. Additionally, find us on your favorite platform: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter to stay up to date on additional news.
Founded in 2018 by entrepreneur and influencer, Katy Hearn, Alani Nu® is a better-for-you health and wellness brand focused on providing low-calorie products with unique flavors. Alani Nu offers a range of products including energy drinks, daily essentials, healthy snacks and more, and can be found at Walmart, Target, on Amazon, in GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe and Kroger nationwide.
Please visit www.alaninu.com for additional information and follow Alani Nu on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok and Twitter.
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OAKLAND, Md., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- First United Corporation (NASDAQ: FUNC) announces that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $.15 per share that will be payable on August 1, 2022, to holders of record of the Corporation's common stock as of July 18, 2022.
About First United Corporation
First United Corporation is the parent company of First United Bank & Trust, a Maryland trust company with commercial banking powers. The Bank's wholly-owned subsidiaries include OakFirst Loan Center, Inc. and OakFirst Loan Center, LLC, both of which are finance companies, and First OREO Trust and FUBT OREO I, LLC, both of which were formed for the purposes of holding, servicing and disposing of the real estate that the Bank acquires through foreclosure or by deed in lieu of foreclosure. The Bank also owns 99.9% of the limited partnership interests in Liberty Mews Limited Partnership, which was formed for the purpose of acquiring, developing and operating low-income housing units in Garrett County, Maryland and a 99.9% non-voting membership interest in MCC FUBT Fund, LC, an Ohio limited liability company formed for the purpose of acquiring, developing and operating low-income housing units in Allegany County, Maryland. The Corporation's website is www.mybank.com.
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National University and Palomar College announce new military transfer pathway that will accelerate time-to-degree completion by recognizing military-earned skills and credentials
LA JOLLA, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National University, a veteran-founded nonprofit university that serves more than 30,000 working adult learners, educators, and members of the military community, today announced the launch of a new transfer pathway designed to help active-duty service members complete college by combining Credit for Prior Learning with community college course work. Built in collaboration with Palomar College's Military Leadership Program, National University's Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership - Military Leadership Program is designed to help service members advance in their military careers or transition to managerial and leadership roles in civilian industries.
"By respecting and valuing the skills and experiences gained through national service, we can create faster on-ramps to college completion for active-duty service members and veterans," said Dr. Joseph Allen, director of community college pathways at National University. "This is about serving men and women in uniform who serve us—helping them to apply their considerable skills, experiences, and talents in military leadership or civilian career paths of their choice."
According to U.S. Department of Defense data, most enlisted members of the military (80.5%) have at least a high school diploma and/or some college experience. However, just 10.5 percent have an Associate's degree and 8.4 percent have a Bachelor's degree or higher. Approximately 6 percent of undergraduate students attending community college are military veterans or active-duty service members, a higher rate than public four-year universities.
To create a seamless pathway to degree completion for military-affiliated students, the unique transfer program will enroll a cohort of active-duty service members and veterans who have completed Palomar College's Associate of Science in Military Leadership degree. Students enrolling in National University can access flexible class schedules, work in fully online programs, take four-week classes that align with complex training and deployment schedules, and receive their Bachelor's degree in as few as 17 months.
By utilizing Credit for Prior Learning as the foundation for these programs, the two institutions will work to accelerate the path to degree completion for military learners at military bases in Southern California— by taking existing education into account and valuing past credentials and experience acquired through military service.
Founded by retired U.S. Navy Capt. David Chigos in 1971, National University has for more than 50 years provided affordable, accessible education for working adults—and today 30 percent of its students are active duty or military veterans. The University has articulated more than 2,000 courses to a variety of military training to accelerate degree completion for military-affiliated students. Palomar College, a public, two-year community college approximately 30 miles north of National University's headquarters in San Diego, currently has more than 1,400 students who are active duty service members, military veterans, or families of military service members.
"Whether they choose to remain in the military or embark on a transition to civilian industries, it's imperative to recognize valuable, transferable skills that military service members and veterans have and give them the credit they're due," says Candace Rose, military pathway faculty coordinator at Palomar College. "Through this, we can create new pathways to high-paying, fulfilling careers, and support a smooth transition into the civilian world."
Active-duty military students enrolled in the program will gain access to National University's Veteran Center, designed to help ease the transition from military to civilian life. The university also offers transfer scholarship tuition pricing for students who have earned an Associate Degree for Transfer, Associate of Arts (AA), or Associate of Science (AS) degree within 12 months of applying.
The Bachelor's in Organizational Leadership is designed to help military-affiliated students quickly and affordably complete a Bachelor's Degree to position themselves for leadership roles that require a college education. Students participating in the program will learn about the foundations and practice of leadership, including negotiation, motivation, ethical decision-making, business communication, and other skills needed to manage diverse teams.
To learn more about the program at palomar.edu/milprogram/ and at National University https://www.nu.edu/ouruniversity/theuniversity/partnerships/bachelor-of-organizational-leadership/
About National University: National University, a veteran-founded nonprofit, has been dedicated to meeting the needs of hard-working adults by providing accessible, affordable, achievable higher education opportunities since 1971. As San Diego's largest private nonprofit university, NU offers over 75 online and on-campus programs and flexible four-week classes designed to help students reach their goals while balancing busy lives. Since its founding, the NU community has grown to over 25,000 students and 180,000 alumni around the globe, many of whom serve in helping industries such as business, education, health care, cybersecurity, and law and criminal justice. Learn more at NU.edu.
About Palomar College: Palomar College is a public two-year community college located in San Marcos, California, approximately 30 miles north of San Diego. Palomar enrolls approximately 25,000 full-time and part-time students. Residents of California are charged only $46 per unit. At Palomar, students may choose from over 200 associate degree and certificate programs, complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree, train for a career, or enjoy personal enrichment classes for lifelong learning. Learn more at palomar.edu.
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3 shot and killed in Milwaukee following night of violence
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee police are investigating three separate overnight shootings in which a 17-year-old boy and two men in their 20s died. The shootings late Saturday and early Sunday came a day after a night of violence in which 21 people were shot and wounded in three other attacks near the Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee as the Bucks took on the Boston Celtics in Game 6 of their NBA playoffs series. Those shootings led authorities to impose an 11 p.m. curfew on Saturday and Sunday and led the Bucks to cancel a fan watch party for Sunday afternoon’s decisive Game 7. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/15/3-shot-and-killed-in-milwaukee-following-night-of-violence/ | 2022-05-15T23:08:35Z |
GREENSBORO, N.C., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brooks Group promoted Russ Sharer to Chief Sales Officer.
Russ' new role will utilize his 30+ years of B2B Sales and Marketing and leadership experience to ensure The Brooks Group meets its growth and sales revenue targets while successfully navigating organizational and marketplace complexities to drive real results to the company's bottom line.
He will get to focus his sales expertise and passion for helping people maximize their strengths to improve sales performance into The Brooks Group's own internal sales team, while also maintaining relationships with existing clients. Russ has been associated with The Brooks Group for 10 years, most recently serving as Director of Strategic Sales Excellence.
Russ is the co-author of Agile & Resilient: Sales Leadership for the New Normal and is one of The Brooks Group's most sought after facilitators. He has spent the past several years helping Brooks Group program participants connect the dots with his practical, "easy-to-learn" approach and style. He is an incredible leader, educator, and the natural choice to lead the company's sales efforts.
"Russ is an exceptional leader. I'm very happy that our own sales team will now directly benefit from his vast experience." remarked Gary Fly, CEO of The Brooks Group.
About The Brooks Group
The Brooks Group teaches straightforward, actionable sales training skills to sales managers and their teams. Their IMPACT Selling® Sales Training Program has been taught to over one million sales professionals nation-wide, and they've been recognized as one of the top sales training companies annually since 2010.
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DENVER (KDVR) — Monkeypox cases are rapidly rising in the U.S., with cases surpassing 14,000 this week.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced additional supply of the limited vaccine is on the way, but medical experts are urging leaders to distribute the medicine to communities who need it.
Health officials have delivered messaging on the disease’s impact on people in the gay community, but new demographic data shows monkeypox is disproportionately affecting people of color, too.
“Similar to the data we experienced and what we saw with COVID-19, we are seeing overrepresentation of cases among some of our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and people of color) communities,” said Dr. Rachel Herlihy, the state epidemiologist of Colorado. “So we see overrepresentation of cases in our Hispanic population and also our African American community.”
It is not just Colorado either. It is part of a national trend.
About 28% of the more than 14,000 cases in the U.S. are among African Americans, and nearly 33% are from Hispanic communities, despite Black and Hispanic communities only making up around 12% and 16% of the U.S. population, according to U.S. Census data.
“The percentages are almost identical to what we saw in COVID, and I think what that is demonstrating is that the healthcare system has a lot of work to do in providing equal care to all populations,” said Dr. Reginald Washington, chief medical officer for Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center.
Washington said the reason for the disproportionate number of cases in communities of color may have less to do with ancestry and more to do with equity.
“There’s no evidence, absolutely no evidence that monkeypox is more contagious, for example, in one population or another,” Washington said. “Minorities have inadequate access to the healthcare system. That means they will have delays in seeking treatment and getting and receiving treatment. They also have a delay in finding healthcare sites that will care for them, and there’s also a delay in even admitting that they may have a problem.”
It is an issue the White House says it is working on. The administration also launched an effort to vaccinate people at Pride events, but they said there are plans are in the works for similar efforts in the Black and Latino communities. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/monkeypox-disproportionately-affecting-people-of-color-data-shows/ | 2022-08-20T16:42:42Z |
Pleasant weather contributed to a steady stream of interested couples and families this past weekend for the first round of the 2022 Parade of Homes by the Temple Area Builders Association.
This year’s parade of seven homes will have its second and final round this coming weekend: 6-8 p.m. Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
On Sunday afternoon, Scot Tyson of Temple, a salesperson for Carothers Executive Homes, helped show a new home at 403 Oak Drive in Troy. The four-bedroom, three-bath, 2660-square-foot home sold for $599,000, he said.
One of the home’s pluses is its spray-foam insulation, he said.
“It’s much tighter than what you generally get,” he said. “It expands and gets in all the cracks.”
The home has an outdoor kitchen and fireplace and sits on a half-acre lot, he said.
The real estate business in the Temple area has gotten consistently better since 2010, which was a record year, he said.
“It’s continually gotten stronger in the last 12 years,” he said. “I believe the consensus is that 1,200 people a day are moving to Central Texas.”
Billy Hobbs, a real estate agent for A&G Homes in Gatesville, was showing a sold home at 701 Willow Drive in Troy on Sunday afternoon. He did not want to give the actual price but said such a home would sell for about $350,000.
Buyers have been a blend of different ages, he said, from retirees to first timers, and there have been quite a few out-of-state people.
It was a very busy weekend, he said. The demand for new homes is strong, he said, and getting building materials is a struggle.
On Saturday afternoon, Mikaela Pausewang, sales agent for Omega Builders, was showing a model home at 502 Raven Drive in West Temple.
“This community is almost sold out,” she said. “We have communities in Salado and all the way to Lorena. We have communities throughout the county.”
“We have a beautiful dining room,” she said of the model home. “It’s a very spacious layout, one of our larger floor plans. The recessed ceiling is very nice.”
There were two walk-in closets in the master bedroom.
At 515 Raven Drive, Blaine Meyer, a sales assistant for Kiella Homebuilders, and Clerissa Vandivier, transition coordinator, welcomed parade guests.
The three-bedroom, two-bath home has a Rio Grande II floor plan, he said, with an open floor concept.
“This is a sold home,” he said. “It would go for about $400,000.”
“The market is very busy,” he said. “We can’t build them fast enough for the market demand. There were a lot of people out looking today.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/business/article_3ef85774-c9d1-11ec-874e-f33865f2afe6.html | 2022-05-02T06:09:03Z |
First Alert Traffic: Crash blocks eastbound Bee Ridge Road at Honore
Published: Jun. 17, 2022 at 9:31 AM EDT|Updated: 22 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A Friday morning crash has blocked all eastbound lanes of Bee Ridge Road at Honore Avenue.
A light pole was knocked down across the eastbound lanes in the crash, which involved several vehicles. Traffic is being rerouted onto southbound Honore.
Expect delays. Avoid the area if possible.
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2022 and 2023 ongoing earnings guidance to be affirmed during meetings
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PNM Resources (NYSE: PNM) management will meet with analysts and investors this week in New York.
During the meetings, management is expected to affirm the company's 2022 and 2023 consolidated earnings guidance of $2.50 to $2.60 per diluted share and $2.60 to $2.75 per diluted share, respectively. Presentation materials are available on the company's website at http://www.pnmresources.com/investors/events.cfm.
PNM Resources (NYSE: PNM) is an energy holding company based in Albuquerque, N.M., with 2021 consolidated operating revenues of $1.8 billion. Through its regulated utilities, PNM and TNMP, PNM Resources provides electricity to approximately 800,000 homes and businesses in New Mexico and Texas. PNM serves its customers with a diverse mix of generation and purchased power resources totaling 3.1 gigawatts of capacity, with a goal to achieve 100% emissions-free energy by 2040. For more information, visit the company's website at www.PNMResources.com.
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Statements made in this news release for PNM Resources, Inc. ("PNMR"), Public Service Company of New Mexico ("PNM"), or Texas-New Mexico Power Company ("TNMP") (collectively, the "Company") that relate to future events or expectations, projections, estimates, intentions, goals, targets, and strategies, are made pursuant to the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Readers are cautioned that all forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and estimates and apply only as of the date of this report. PNMR, PNM, and TNMP assume no obligation to update this information. Because actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, PNMR, PNM, and TNMP caution readers not to place undue reliance on these statements. PNMR's, PNM's, and TNMP's business, financial condition, cash flow, and operating results are influenced by many factors, which are often beyond their control, that can cause actual results to differ from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Additionally, there are risks and uncertainties in connection with the proposed acquisition of us by AVANGRID which may adversely affect our business, future opportunities, employees and common stock, including without limitation, (i) the expected timing and likelihood of completion of the pending Merger, including the timing, receipt and terms and conditions of any remaining required governmental and regulatory approvals of the pending Merger that could reduce anticipated benefits or cause the parties to abandon the transaction, (ii) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the Merger Agreement, (iii) the risk that the parties may not be able to satisfy the conditions to the proposed Merger in a timely manner or at all, and (iv) the risk that the proposed transaction could have an adverse effect on the ability of PNMR to retain and hire key personnel and maintain relationships with its customers and suppliers, and on its operating results and businesses generally. For a discussion of risk factors and other important factors affecting forward-looking statements, please see the Company's Form 10-K, Form 10-Q filings and the information included in the Company's Forms 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which factors are specifically incorporated by reference herein.
GAAP refers to generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S. Ongoing earnings is a non-GAAP financial measure that excludes the impact of net unrealized mark-to-market gains and losses on economic hedges, the net change in unrealized gains and losses on investment securities, pension expense related to previously disposed of gas distribution business, and certain non-recurring, infrequent, and other items that are not indicative of fundamental changes in the earnings capacity of the Company's operations. The Company uses ongoing earnings and ongoing earnings per diluted share to evaluate the operations of the Company and to establish goals, including those used for certain aspects of incentive compensation, for management and employees. While the Company believes these financial measures are appropriate and useful for investors, they are not measures presented in accordance with GAAP. The Company does not intend for these measures, or any piece of these measures, to represent any financial measure as defined by GAAP. Furthermore, the Company's calculations of these measures as presented may or may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies. The Company uses ongoing earnings guidance to provide investors with management's expectations of ongoing financial performance over the period presented. While the Company believes ongoing earnings guidance is an appropriate measure, it is not a measure presented in accordance with GAAP. The Company does not intend for ongoing earnings guidance to represent an expectation of net earnings as defined by GAAP. Since the future differences between GAAP and ongoing earnings are frequently outside the control of the Company, management is generally not able to estimate the impact of the reconciling items between forecasted GAAP net earnings and ongoing earnings guidance, nor their probable impact on GAAP net earnings without unreasonable effort, therefore, management is generally not able to provide a corresponding GAAP equivalent for ongoing earnings guidance.
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BOSTON, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Workers at Ascend in Boston voted overwhelming this week to join Teamsters Local 25, becoming the first cannabis dispensary in New England to organize with the union.
Dispensary associates at the facility voted by mail-in ballot, with election certification Aug. 23. The win marks a major victory in the Teamsters' continued effort to raise wages and benefits in the cannabis industry across the country.
"This is a huge win for workers at Ascend and for the labor movement in New England," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien. "Right now, the cannabis industry is one of the most lucrative industries out there, with companies pocketing billions of dollars. Cannabis workers in Boston and across the nation deserve fair wages, to be treated with respect, and to have a voice on the job."
Local 25 President Tom Mari echoed O'Brien's call for dignity on the job at Ascend. The win in Boston is the latest victory for the Teamsters amid of wave cannabis workers organizing with the 1.2-million-member union.
"The Teamsters are the strongest and most well-positioned union to protect cannabis workers, in Boston and beyond," Mari said. "We're tough, militant, and dedicated to standing with workers at Ascend to get them strong contracts like the Teamsters have in so many industries. This will mark the first cannabis contract in Boston, but it is far from the last."
Peter Finn, Teamsters Western Region Vice President and Director of the Teamsters Food Processing Division, said the union will continue to advocate for those in the industry.
"Our goal is to ensure cannabis jobs turn into careers," Finn said. "This is a great organizing victory Boston, but our fight doesn't end there. We are welcoming new members in the cannabis industry nationwide, and we're ready to safeguard these workers and their families.
Contact:
Matt McQuaid, (617) 894-0669
mmcquaid@teamster.org
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– Initial Clinical Activity Results of IMU-935 in Psoriasis Expected in the Fourth Quarter –
– Unblinded Safety Data from the Single and Multiple Ascending Dose Parts of
Phase 1 Clinical Trial of IMU-856 in Healthy Human Subjects Expected in the Third Quarter –
– $88.1 Million in Cash and Cash Equivalents Expected to Fund Immunic
Into the Fourth Quarter of 2023 –
– Webcast to be Held Today, August 4, 2022, at 8:00 am ET –
NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a pipeline of selective oral immunology therapies focused on treating chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022 and provided a corporate update.
"The second quarter was a period of continued progress in each of our key clinical programs, setting the stage for important data readouts during the second half of this year, including for IMU-935, a highly potent and selective oral IL-17 inhibitor, and IMU-856, an orally available and systemically acting small molecule shown preclinically to regulate intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium," stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer and President of Immunic. "Most notably, we look forward to reporting initial clinical activity data from part C of our phase 1 clinical trial of IMU-935 in moderate-to-severe psoriasis patients in the fourth quarter of this year. Additionally, during the third quarter, we expect to report unblinded safety data from both the single (SAD) and multiple ascending dose (MAD) parts of our phase 1 clinical trial of IMU-856 in healthy human subjects."
Dr. Vitt continued, "As we reported in June, the top-line data from our phase 2 CALDOSE-1 trial of our selective oral DHODH inhibitor, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), in patients with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis (UC), did not meet its primary endpoint due to a previously unknown interaction with chronic concurrent steroid use. Based on a post-hoc analysis of our phase 2 EMPhASIS trial in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) patients, we do not believe this will be an issue for our ongoing program in multiple sclerosis (MS) as chronic administration of corticosteroids is not generally used in this patient population or permitted in our ongoing MS trials. Based on the totality of data generated thus far, demonstrating an impressive suppression of MRI lesions, evidence for neuroprotective effects and an unrivaled safety and tolerability profile, we remain highly optimistic about the potential for vidofludimus calcium to become a highly differentiated and uniquely valuable treatment option in relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS)."
- July 2022: Announced the appointment of Maria Törnsén, an industry executive with 20 years of global commercial experience in U.S. and ex-U.S. markets, to the Board of Directors and the resignation of Jan Van den Bossche from the Board, both effective July 5, 2022.
- June 2022: Announced publication of data from the phase 2 EMPhASIS trial of vidofludimus calcium in patients with RRMS, in the peer reviewed journal, Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology.
- June 2022: Reported top-line data from phase 2 CALDOSE-1 trial of vidofludimus calcium in patients with moderate-to-severe UC, revealing an interaction with chronic concurrent steroid use and, therefore, missing the trial's primary endpoint. Consistent with prior data sets in other patient populations, administration of vidofludimus calcium in this trial was observed to be safe and well-tolerated. Also announced that the company's development programs in the inflammatory bowel disease indications will not be continued without a partner.
- May 2022: Announced the start of the celiac disease cohorts in the ongoing phase 1 clinical trial of IMU-856, representing the first time patients are treated with the company's orally available small molecule modulator targeting restoration of intestinal barrier function and regeneration of bowel epithelium.
- Update on the use of steroids in the phase 2 EMPhASIS trial of vidofludimus calcium in RRMS: Based on the observed interaction between vidofludimus calcium and chronic steroid use in the CALDOSE-1 trial in UC patients, Immunic performed a post-hoc analysis of the phase 2 EMPhASIS data in RRMS patients to explore the potential influence of steroids on these study results. As anticipated, steroid use was rare and among those RRMS patients who received any steroids, the majority received only short steroid courses following relapse events or acute neurological events. Comparing patients who received at least one dose of corticosteroids with those who did not, Immunic does not see any difference in clinical parameters or any evidence that the rare, short-term use of steroids in RRMS patients has any influence on the effectiveness of vidofludimus calcium in this patient population.
- Results of exploratory phase 1 drug-drug interaction (DDI) study of IMU-935: An exploratory phase 1 study was completed in 15 evaluable healthy human subjects to assess the DDI potential of IMU-935. No relevant signals for DDI potential were observed and treatment was safe and well-tolerated.
- Update on phase 1 clinical trial of IMU-935 in metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) – initial safety data available: The first two dose cohorts of the phase 1 clinical trial of IMU-935 in mCRPC have been fully recruited, with 6 patients enrolled in the 300 mg cohort and 6 patients in the 600 mg cohort. Of these patients, all have completed the initial 28-day safety study part without reaching dose limiting toxicity (DLT). The third, 900 mg cohort is expected to start dosing soon. Initial safety data available so far show a promising safety profile of IMU-935 in mCRPC, with only benign adverse events and no dose limiting toxicities. Immunic plans to provide a more comprehensive update on safety and also on potential signs of anti-tumor activity of IMU-935 in this trial as soon as data from the planned dose expansion part are available.
- Vidofludimus calcium in MS: Immunic has carefully analyzed the impact that current events in the Ukraine and Russia may have on its ongoing clinical programs. Based on this assessment, the current goal is to report data from the interim analysis of the phase 2 CALLIPER trial of vidofludimus calcium in progressive multiple sclerosis (PMS) in the second half of 2023 and to read-out top-line data at the end of 2024. Moreover, the read-out of the first of the phase 3 ENSURE trials of vidofludimus calcium in RMS is currently targeted for end of 2025. Although Immunic currently believes that each of these goals is achievable, they are each dependent on numerous factors which are not under the company's direct control and can be difficult to predict. Immunic plans to periodically review this assessment and provide updates of material changes as appropriate.
- IMU-935 phase 1 program in psoriasis: Recruitment of part C of the phase 1 clinical trial of IMU-935 in patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis is ongoing in Australia, New Zealand and Bulgaria. Initial results are expected to be available in the fourth quarter of 2022.
- IMU-856 phase 1 program: Unblinded safety data from the SAD and MAD parts of the ongoing phase 1 clinical trial of IMU-856 in healthy human subjects are expected to be available in the third quarter of 2022.
- Research and Development (R&D) Expenses were $16.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $15.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The $0.8 million increase reflects (i) a $4.0 million increase in external development costs related to the ongoing clinical trials of vidofludimus calcium for the phase 3 program in RMS and the phase 2 trial in PMS and IMU-935, and (ii) a $0.7 million increase in personnel expense in research and development, $0.3 million of which is related to non-cash stock compensation expense and the remainder of which is related to an increase in headcount. The increases were partially offset by (i) a $3.2 million decrease in external development costs related to clinical trials of vidofludimus calcium related to COVID-19 and UC, and (ii) a decrease of $0.7 million across numerous categories.
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, R&D expenses were $34.0 million, as compared to $27.3 million for the same period ended June 30, 2021. The $6.7 million increase reflects (i) a $12.1 million increase in external development costs related to the ongoing clinical trials of vidofludimus calcium for the phase 3 program in RMS and the phase 2 trial in PMS, IMU-935 and IMU-856, and (ii) a $1.8 million increase in personnel expense in research and development, $0.7 million of which is related to non-cash stock compensation expense and the remainder of which is related to an increase in headcount. The increases were partially offset by (i) a $6.3 million decrease in external development costs related to clinical trials of vidofludimus calcium related to COVID-19 and UC, and (ii) a decrease of $0.9 million in external development costs across numerous categories. - General and Administrative (G&A) Expenses were $4.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $3.4 million for the same period ended June 30, 2021. The $0.6 million increase was primarily due to a $0.6 million increase in personnel expenses, $0.3 million of which is related to non-cash stock compensation expense and the remainder of which is related to an increase in headcount.
For the six months ended June 30 ,2022, G&A expenses were $8.1 million, as compared to $7.1 million for the same period ended June 30, 2021. The $1.0 million increase was primarily due to personnel expenses, $0.3 million of which is related to non-cash stock compensation expense and the remainder of which is related to an increase in headcount. - Other Income (Expense) was ($1.3 million) for the three months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to $1.2 million for the same period ended June 30, 2021. The $2.5 million decrease was primarily attributable to an increase in the loss on an intercompany loan between Immunic, Inc. and Immunic AG as a result of changes in currency exchange rates.
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, other expense was ($0.7 million), as compared to ($0.9 million) for the same period ended June 30, 2021. The $0.2 million decrease was primarily attributable to an increase in research and development tax incentives for clinical trials in Australia as a result of increased spending on clinical trials in Australia as well as the impact of foreign exchange rates on loans between Immunic AG and Immunic Australia Pty Ltd, partially offset by an increase in the loss on an intercompany loan between Immunic, Inc. and Immunic AG. - Net Loss for the three months ended June 30, 2022 was approximately $21.9 million, or $0.72 per basic and diluted share, based on 30,248,767 weighted average common shares outstanding, compared to a net loss of approximately $17.9 million, or $0.82 per basic and diluted share, based on 21,749,439 weighted average common shares outstanding for the same period ended June 30, 2021.
Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was approximately $42.7 million, or $1.49 per basic and diluted share, based on 28,686,910 weighted average common shares outstanding, compared to a net loss of approximately $52.5 million, or $2.44 per basic and diluted share, based on 21,463,656 weighted average common shares outstanding for the same period ended June 30, 2021. - Cash and Cash Equivalents as of June 30, 2022 were $88.1 million, which management expects to be sufficient to fund operations into the fourth quarter of 2023.
Immunic will host a webcast today at 8:00 am ET. To participate in the webcast, please register in advance at: https://imux.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_alOspcfoRBWZpGzVMIbfFg or on the "Events and Presentations" section of Immunic's website at: ir.imux.com/events-and-presentations. Registrants will receive a confirmation email containing a link for online participation or a telephone number for dial in access.
An archived replay of the webcast will be available approximately one hour after completion on Immunic's website at: ir.imux.com/events-and-presentations.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a pipeline of selective oral immunology therapies focused on treating chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. The company is developing three small molecule products: its lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), a selective immune modulator that inhibits the intracellular metabolism of activated immune cells by blocking the enzyme DHODH and exhibits a host-based antiviral effect, is currently being developed as a treatment option for multiple sclerosis, and primary sclerosing cholangitis. IMU-935, a selective inverse agonist of the transcription factor RORγ/RORγt, is targeted for development in psoriasis, and castration-resistant prostate cancer. IMU-856, which targets the restoration of the intestinal barrier function, is targeted for development in diseases involving bowel barrier dysfunction. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
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Wamego among school districts honored for high-quality meal service
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Wamego USD 320 is among three Kansas school districts that were nationally honored for their high-quality summer meal services.
The Kansas State Department of Education says three districts have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service for their high-quality meal programs.
KSDE said the USDA’s Turnip the Beet award recognizes sponsors within the Summer Food Service Program and National School Lunch Program Seamless Summer Option which go above and beyond requirements to serve high-quality meals to students while school is out over the summer months.
For the 2021 summer, KSDE said 84 sponsors from across the nation qualified for either gold, silver or bronze Turnip the Beet awards. Only 14 of those qualified for the gold award, 54 for the silver award and 16 for the bronze award.
The Department noted that each awardee received recognition in the SFSP category. It said Haven USD 312 received gold while Gardner Edgerton USD 231 and Wamego USD 320 both received silver.
KSDE said the districts highlight local produce e in their programs.
“These are some of our shining stars,” Bob Depew, Farm to Plate project director for the Kansas State Department of Education, said. “They go beyond the level of expectation.”
USD 312 food service director Sheree Jones said Haven hosts a communitywide event in May that focuses on all farm-fresh items served within the district. She noted that the event draws about 600 people.
“Our high school FFA and ag groups provided hands-on educational booths that included live animals, farm equipment to teach farm safety, and a planting station where the kids learned about how food grows from seed to harvest,” Jones said. “There were hay wagon rides, and the physical education teacher had over 10 activity booths that included a maze, four-square volleyball and an obstacle course. The highlight of the day was a barbecue featuring local beef burgers cooked by our local police, fire and paramedics.”
Even during the kickoff event, KSDE said Haven featured locally produced items, including whole-grain hamburger buns made by a local baker and fresh lettuce and tomatoes grown in the district’s greenhouse. Ice cold 1% milk came from the local Hiland Dairy and Rolling Moo - a local ice cream store - rolled up real local milk treats for dessert.
In the summer of 2021, the Department noted that the district served 300 grab-and-go breakfasts and 300 grab-and-go lunches. It also said the district’s nutrition services department relies a lot on local produce.
“In this day and time, it’s getting harder and harder to get even the basics,” Jones said. “We can ease the burden of supply chains if people realize they can go local. These are our families. It comes full circle. The school supports the farmers, and the farmers support the school.”
Amy Droegemeier, director of nutrition services for Gardner Edgerton USD 231, said every week during the summer, she and her staff members would hand out meal kits that contained 14 meals to 2,500 kids. Which is a total of 30,000 meals per week.
Droegemeier noted that the district served curbside meal kits on Tuesdays, with staff’s day starting at 10 a.m. and often not ending until 6 p.m.
KSDE said Gardner Edgerton families who participated could choose from three different meal kit options which included students’ favorite entrees, vegetarian options, and creative options.
“This variety allowed our families – especially those with multiple children – to tailor their selections to their weekly plans and children’s appetites,” Droegemeier said.
In addition to the kits, the Department said students received half gallons of 1% chocolate milk and half gallons of 1% white milk. It said families could choose their preferences when they preordered. The district gave out about 5,000 half-gallons of milk per week. It said the kits included local fresh fruit and vegetables too.
“We had some really great help from our community partners, too,” Droegemeier said. “Walmart loaned us 20 carts (to help with curbside deliveries), and Price Chopper would sell us items at cost if we couldn’t get it. Teachers helped, too. It was a really great partnership throughout the community.”
From March 2020 through July 2021, the district said it served 1.6 million meals with about 40 to 45 food service workers serving food. This summer, the district will return to the traditional on-site meal model.
Over in Wamego USD 320, Laura Fails said she served not only as the food service director this past summer, but also wrote scripts and starred in demonstration videos filmed at the district’s kitchen. She said it was all part of the Cooks and Books program - a partnership between the district and the library to ensure kids were well fed and educated all summer long in 2021.
KSDE said Wamego decided to not serve daily meals for the summer of 2021 but instead held two distribution days on Mondays and Thursdays. On Mondays, it said participants got three days’ worth of food and on Thursdays, they would get four days’ worth of meals. Participants could pick the meals up from the city park or the district kitchen.
KSDE noted that the meals included fresh fruits and vegetables as well.
“We were able to incorporate fresh, local produce to the best of our ability,” Fails said. “We are a small, rural community, so we included as much local garden produce as possible since many of our participants are familiar with agriculture and farming.”
In total, the District said it served over 50,100 meals during the 9-week Summer Food Service program.
Fails said she also worked with the library to introduce the Cooks and Books program. On Tuesdays, she said children could visit the library to pick up a Take and Make bag, which included ingredients, a recipe card and nutrition education material about the recipe of the week. She and her husband created a demonstration video for each week.
Fails noted that the 6-week program also included locally sourced ingredients. For example, she said local honey was used in a recipe for energy bites and local strawberries were used for strawberry banana splits. She said the videos included recommended library books based on the recipe theme. There were book recommendations for every age level - even adults.
“We started out thinking we’d make 50 bags for each day,” Fails said. “Within 10 minutes on the first day, we were out.”
KSDE said that Fails and her team increased the number of Make and Take bags to 80. In total, it said there were nearly 500 bags.
Before the Cooks and Books program took off, Fails also said toolkits were given to families which included measuring cups, spatulas, a cutting board and more.
“We were aware some of our families may not have every item they need in their kitchen to make the recipe,” Fails said.
KSDE noted that there were 100 toolkits handed out to families.
Just as learning does not end when school lets out, KSDE said neither does good nutrition. It said SFSP provides free, nutritious meals and snacks to help children get the nutrition they need. It said schools, public agencies and private nonprofit organizations can apply to become a supporter and be reimbursed for food service to enhance an education or recreation program. Applications for the program are due May 1.
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MARTIN, Tenn. and MARION, Ill., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Grind Mac and Cheese Burger Bar, a Tennessee restaurant known for huge, awe inspiring milkshakes, innovative burger creations and playful food infusions, announced today that it will be partnering with Pepsi Mid America to launch a "Mountain Dew-themed" milkshake to help raise funds for St Jude's Children's hospital. Proceeds from this delicious Mountain Dew-themed milkshake will be donated to St Jude's Children's hospital.
"The St Jude's organization helps children and their affected families deal with tragic illness everyday and it is such a worthy charity," said Mark Laderman, Co-founder of The Grind Mac and Cheese Burger Bar. "We are proud to have the opportunity to contribute, if only in a small way, to the St Jude's foundation," said Alan Laderman, the other Co-founder of The Grind Mac and Cheese Burger Bar.
The Grind will be showcasing the delicious Mountain Dew infused milkshake all July long with a portion of the proceeds of the shake and of all Pepsi product sales being donated to help St Jude's. "We cannot think of a better charity than St Jude's, a better partner than Pepsi Mid America or better milkshake theme than the iconic Tennessee original, Mountain Dew. Not only is it our favorite soft drink but it was created right here in Tennessee," says Mark Laderman.
In addition Pepsi Mid America will be releasing millions of limited edition Mountain Dew/Grind cans over Southern Illinois, Western Kentucky, Southeast Missouri, Arkansas and West Tennessee which can be redeemed at the Grind for a free Mt Dew Milkshake! Fans of The Grind and Mountain Dew are encouraged to stop by to check out The Grind's latest offerings, drink a massive and tasty milkshake and help the Grind in Martin, Tennessee and Pepsi Mid America help Children through St. Jude's.
About The Grind Mac and Cheese Burger Bar, Llc.
The Grind Mac and Cheese Burger Bar opened in Martin TN in 2017. Located at 112 Lovelace street Martin, Tennessee. It has served tens of thousands of huge, awe-inspiring milkshakes, and innovative burger creations to hundreds of thousands of people. It was also named as one of the top destinations for Mac and Cheese in the state of Tennessee.
Recent over the top milkshakes by The Grind include The Strawberry Short Shake, the Chocolate Freak and the Peanut Butter and Marshmallow-inspired Fluffernutter Milkshake. To learn more please visit them on social media at https://www.facebook.com/eatthegrind
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BEIJING, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report by China.org.cn on Hong Kong Palace Museum:
Good news: Hong Kong is welcoming its very own palace museum.
The Hong Kong Palace Museum, which is set to open to the public on July 2, is the first museum jointly established with the Palace Museum in Beijing outside the Chinese mainland.
At the opening, a total of 914 treasures from the Palace Museum will be on display, among them, 166 are first-class cultural relics classified as national treasures. The blockbuster exhibition "The Making of Masterpieces: Chinese Painting and Calligraphy from the Palace Museum" will display 35 classic works from the Jin (265-420), Tang (618-907), Song (960-1279) and Yuan (1271-1368) dynasties. This exhibition is the largest of its kind outside the Chinese mainland within the past 15 years. A range of fine Chinese ceramics from different dynasties will also be presented in Hong Kong for the first time.
Even more exciting is that the Hong Kong Palace Museum will offer exhibitions that have not been seen in the Palace Museum. For example, one of the opening exhibitions "Grand Gallop: Art and Culture of the Horse" will showcase more than 100 horse-related cultural relics from the Palace Museum and 13 renowned horse-themed artworks on loan from the Louvre Museum in France, allowing Eastern and Western civilizations to shine brightly together.
The Palace Museum has long been fascinating for people in Hong Kong. Over the years, the museum has conducted various exchanges and cooperation with the special administrative region. A host of splendid exhibitions on Qing dynasty imperial costumes, cultural relics from the Hall of Mental Cultivation in the Forbidden City, and valuable clocks and watches have been displayed in Hong Kong's museums, each attracting a sea of visitors.
Additionally, Hong Kong was once a center for the production of palace-based TV dramas, and such dramas produced on the Chinese mainland also attracted high ratings in Hong Kong. Given the rich elements from the Palace Museum shown in these dramas, it is fair to say that the museum constitutes a common cultural symbol of the two regions.
It is based on this affection for and recognition of culture that the Hong Kong Palace Museum has been jointly established and the Palace Museum has made an exception in loaning out items from its precious collection on a long-term basis. This enables Chinese people both on the Chinese mainland and in Hong Kong to jointly share and protect the cultural treasures spanning 5,000 years of history.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. Having traditionally played the role of a center for international finance, shipping and trade, Hong Kong is now endowed with a new status as a center of Sino-foreign cultural and artistic exchanges. The founding of the Hong Kong Palace Museum has enriched the region's cultural heritage. Hong Kong, rooted as it is in Chinese traditions, will not only retain its allure as a vibrant metropolis where East meets West, but also play a bigger role in promoting in-depth dialogue over diverse values as well as exchanges and mutual learning among outstanding civilizations.
We are looking forward to the official opening of the Hong Kong Palace Museum, where everyone can savor the glamour of Eastern culture interpreted by a more glorious "Pearl of the Orient."
China Mosaic
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Hong Kong Palace Museum: Narrating the charm of the Orient
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GRAPHIC: Man accused of beating a dog in video faces animal cruelty charge
PEORIA COUNTY, Ill. (WEEK/Gray News) - A man in Illinois has turned himself in after a video surfaced that reportedly showed him beating a dog at a home last month.
The Peoria County Sheriff’s Office described the video as disturbing, showing a man, later identified as Nicholas Prince, throwing a dog against a wall and punching the animal several times.
“In this county, if you abuse an animal, you are absolutely going to jail,” Peoria County Sheriff Chris Watkins said.
According to authorities, Prince has been booked into jail on a charge of animal cruelty.
“I am proud to say due to the hard work of our deputies and detectives, this individual is in jail,” Watkins said.
Detectives reported they believe the incident happened on July 5 at a home in Dunlap, Illinois.
Watkins said Prince turned himself in at the sheriff’s office on Wednesday.
According to the sheriff, the dog involved is doing great after the incident and is currently with the Peoria County Animal Protective Services.
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Police: Arby’s manager in Washington peed in milkshake mix
VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — A manager at an Arby’s fast food restaurant in Washington state has been accused of urinating into a milkshake mix that might then have been served to dozens of people. The Columbian newspaper reports police in Vancouver uncovered footage of the 29-year-old man peeing into a bag of milkshake mix as they were executing a search warrant on his phone as part of a child pornography investigation. Court documents say the manager acknowledged urinating into the mix, but said he was “almost sure” he threw the bag away. He told detectives that if he didn’t throw the bag away, it would have been served to customers. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/16/police-arbys-manager-in-washington-peed-in-milkshake-mix/ | 2022-05-16T20:26:53Z |
PITTSBURGH, April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a streamlined organizer that enables you to safely store, display and preserve multiple wigs," said an inventor, from Jeffersonville, Ind., "so I invented the WIG DRESSER BY JOCELYN. My design could help to prevent the premature replacement of wigs."
The patent-pending invention provides a space-saving way to store and display wigs. In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional storage methods. As a result, it prevents wigs from becoming tangled, bunched or damaged and it helps to maintain the appearance of various wigs. The invention features an eye-catching design that is easy to use so it is ideal for salons and individuals who wear wigs. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Louisville sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-LUW-200, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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CHELMSFORD, Mass., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) today announced that it has rescheduled the release of its earnings for the second fiscal quarter of 2022 which ended on March 31, 2022 from Tuesday, May 3, 2022 to Monday, May 9, 2022 after the market closes. The change is due to a delay in completing the quarter-end closing process related to the sale of the Semiconductor Automation business, which closed on February 1, 2022.
Azenta currently expects second quarter revenue and non-GAAP EPS to be within the previously issued guidance range.
The Company will host a conference call and live webcast to discuss its financial results on the same day, Monday, May 9, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the conference call, please dial 800-926-6194 for domestic callers and +1-212-231-2922 for international callers.
Analysts, investors and members of the media can access the live webcast via the Azenta website at https://investors.azenta.com/events. A replay will be available beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET on May 10, 2022.
"Safe Harbor Statement" under Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Some statements in this release are forward-looking statements made under Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees but involve risks and uncertainties, both known and unknown, that could cause Azenta's financial and business results to differ materially from our expectations. They are based on the facts known to management at the time they are made. These forward-looking statements include but are not limited to statements about our revenue and earnings expectations. Factors that could cause results to differ from our expectations include the following: the impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic on the markets we serve, including our supply chain, and on the global economy generally, the volatility of the life sciences industries the Company serves; our possible inability to meet demand for our products due to difficulties in obtaining components and materials from our suppliers in required quantities and of required quality; the inability of customers to make payments to us when due; the timing and effectiveness of cost reduction and cost control measures; price competition; disputes concerning intellectual property; uncertainties in global political and economic conditions, and other factors and other risks, including those that we have described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to our Annual Report on Form 10-K, current reports on Form 8-K and our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. As a result, we can provide no assurance that our future results will not be materially different from those projected. Azenta expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any such statement to reflect any change in our expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any such statement is based. Azenta undertakes no obligation to update the information contained in this press release.
About Azenta Life Sciences
Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) is a leading provider of life sciences solutions worldwide, enabling impactful breakthroughs and therapies to market faster. Azenta provides a full suite of reliable cold-chain sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical research and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. As of December 1st, the company changed its name and ticker to Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) from Brooks Automation, Inc, (Nasdaq: BRKS).
Azenta is headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit www.azenta.com.
INVESTOR CONTACTS:
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Azenta Life Sciences
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Which mochi fidget toys are best?
Ever since the rise of the fidget spinner in 2016, stress-relieving toys have been top sellers for adults and children alike. Mochi fidget toys are the new stars of the fidget toy lineup, trending for their simplicity and soft design.
Pokonboy’s 25 Pack Mochi Squishy Toys has an assortment of animals and objects that come with a storage box for safekeeping. The variety makes them perfect as a gift, party favors or a self-indulgent purchase.
What to know before you buy a mochi fidget toy
Despite the Mochi name, the strawberry cream scented fidget toys are edible for consumption. Instead, they serve as a mental and physical outlet for those with a bit too much energy, much like other stress-relieving toys.
Mochi
What is mochi and what does it have to do with fidget toys? Mochi is a type of Japanese rice cake, and it is often soft and squishy, much like the toys. The mochi fidget toys were named after the traditional food due to their similar texture and Japanese origin. While not all mochi fidget toys are shaped like the spongey rice cakes, they still share the name.
Purpose
Mochi fidget toys serve the same purpose as any other fidget toy. They give adults and children an outlet to relieve stress in a healthy way. Both people who are neurodivergent and neurotypical can be prone to fidgeting. Without a toy, they might pick at their nails, shake their leg or tap on inanimate objects. While these coping measures work as temporary solutions to stress, they can cause physical harm or disrupt others. The innovative mochi fidget toys were developed as a cute and subtle tool for releasing energy through the sense of touch.
Types
While mochi fidget toys are the cutest stress reliever on the market, they are not the only option. Other fidget toys include spinners, cubes, bubble poppers and spheres. The beauty of mochi fidget toys is their unobtrusive nature. Fidgeting can be done in a discreet way and with only one hand, as opposed to other tools that are not made with subtlety in mind.
What to look for in a quality mochi fidget toy
A quality mochi fidget toy will be cute, soft and smell good just as advertised. It should be easy to clean without accidentally scrubbing off the designs that make the toy so irresistibly adorable.
Cute
The overwhelming appeal of mochi fidget toys is their pleasant design. The toy animals, dinosaurs, fantasy creatures and other miscellaneous objects are designed to be the cutest fidget tool up for grabs. These enchanting stress-relievers first found a foothold in the Japanese “kawaii” (cute) market and have grown in popularity for more than just fans of Japanese culture. There is no shortage of fidget spinners and cubes, which are also usable for reducing stress, but they are hardly as endearing or adorable as a mochi fidget toy.
Silicone and PU
Mochi fidget toys are made to release stress through touch. This makes the feel vital to toy’s quality and most are shaped in silicone or polyurethane (PU) to make them soft and squeezable. PU is the same material used to make sponges and foam fillers, which is how mochi toys get their pleasing, squishy texture. Keep in mind that consumption of PU can be toxic, and anything made of the material should be kept away from young children and animals.
Scents
As if the hundreds of cute shapes and colors of mochi fidget toys weren’t enough, some toys come with the added feature of smell. Most toys with this quality are made with fruity and sweet smells with the strawberry scent being an overwhelmingly popular choice.
Easy to clean
A mochi fidget toy is not immune to everyday substances and the consistent squeezing is going to lead to a necessary but effortless wash. Being small, minimalistic and squishy, mochi toys should be an easy clean in whatever shape they come in. Wiping the toy down shouldn’t rub off the colors or break down the toy.
How much you can expect to spend on mochi fidget toys
Expect to spend between $15-$25 for a pack of twenty mochi fidget toys. Larger packs may be available for the same price depending on the merchant.
Mochi fidget toy FAQ
Do fidget toys help people with neurodivergent diagnoses?
A. Squishing mochi fidget toys is believed to improve focus and attention in both adults and children regardless of their mental condition. They enhance learning by minimizing stress and creating an outlet that is both safe and unobtrusive for others. To this effect, the toys are known to help with treating anxiety, attention deficit and other conditions.
How do you wash a mochi fidget toy?
A. A quick wipe with soap and room temperature water should be effective in cleaning a mochi fidget toy. Avoid using hot water or chemical cleaners which will break down the soft material of the toy.
What are the best mochi fidget toys to buy?
Top mochi fidget toys
Pokonboy’s 25 Pack Mochi Squishy Toys
What you need to know: This pack of 25 mochi squishy toys are in traditional shapes, like animals and inanimate objects.
What you’ll love: These 25 mochi fidget toys come in a storage bucket for safekeeping. They are made of soft, nontoxic synthetic rubber, making them safe to be left around children and animals. The assortment and quantity make these toys useful as a personal purchase, gifts or party favors.
What you should consider: These mochi fidget toys are not scented and instead smell like the synthetic rubber they are made from. The assorted toys are randomly selected and packaged, so there is a chance of receiving duplicates when ordering.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top mochi fidget toys for the money
Outee 16-Peice Mochi Animal Toys
What you need to know: This is a 16-pack of mochi fidget toys featuring cute animals.
What you’ll love: These fidget toys are made from thermoplastic rubber, a synthetic rubber. All feature adorable creatures in individual packaging, making them perfect for gift bags or stocking stuffers.
What you should consider: None of the toys are scented and instead smell like the synthetic rubber they are made from. Some have found a few have had an oily texture.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: Paint your own mochi toys for added fun.
What you’ll love: These mochi fidget toys are larger than usual. This pack includes 4 mochi fidget toys, paintbrushes and a set of paint, so you can decorate them however you like.
What you should consider: These are made of PU foam, which is extremely soft and environmentally friendly. However, this also means that it can potentially rip if it’s used too roughly.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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HOUSTON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Riceland Healthcare is an integrated network of physicians, ER, critical care hospital, hospice, home health, imaging centers, surgery centers, and other services dedicated to providing the highest quality, affordable patient care across Southeast Texas and is well known to be a premier healthcare system and has now expanded its services in the Stafford, Texas, area to include urgent care and family medicine clinic. People who live in Stafford. TX and surrounding areas can now find increased access to expanded urgent care hours right in their backyard.
Riceland Urgent care services are a convenient alternative for addressing pressing healthcare needs. This clinic provides comprehensive and preventative healthcare services for individuals and families and will also offer treatment for job-related injuries and illnesses. Riceland Urgent Care can give the same level of care in primary care clinics without the long wait for an appointment and can handle more in-house services with an on-site lab and x-ray equipment.
Riceland Urgent Care is a walk-in clinic with extended hours open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Riceland Urgent care is located at 3623 S Main Street #109, Stafford, TX 77477. This is the first time Riceland Healthcare has expanded into the urgent care business and plans to open 20 more Urgent Care via a franchise model in the greater Houston area and 100 locations within two years.
"Our goal is to expand convenient care options throughout the state of Texas and provide better continuity of care." We have developed business models and operating standards that will prove successful, says Tahir Javed, the founder, and CEO of Riceland Healthcare system.
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STOCKHOLM, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Calliditas Therapeutics AB (publ) today resolved to carry out a new issue of 5,908,018 C-shares and to subsequently immediately repurchase the 5,908,018 newly issued C-shares which are subsequently intended to be converted into ordinary shares in accordance with the company's articles of association and held as treasury shares. The purpose of the issue and repurchase is to secure future potential delivery of shares under the company's at-the-market program which is intended to be launched by the company during the second quarter 2022.
The Board's resolution was made on the basis of the authorization granted by the Annual General Meeting on May 19, 2022.
Aktieinvest FK AB will subscribe for all issued C-shares at a subscription price of SEK 0.04 per share. The 5,908,018 issued C-shares will be repurchased by Calliditas Therapeutics AB (publ) for SEK 0.04 per share. The new share issue will hence increase the share capital by SEK 236,321.
The purpose of the issue, repurchase and subsequent conversion is to ensure timely future potential delivery of shares in the form of American Depositary Shares under of the company's at-the-market program, according to communication and description at the AGM. Potential future use of an ATM program will be evaluated by the Board taking into account capital requirements, dilution and other potential sources of financing and the company has no obligations to utilize the program.
For further information, please contact:
Marie Galay, IR Manager, Calliditas
Tel.: +44 79 55 12 98 45, email: marie.galay@calliditas.com
Calliditas Therapeutics AB (publ) is required to publish the information contained in this press release pursuant to the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act. The information was sent for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, on June 20, 2022 at 9:15 p.m. CEST.
About Calliditas
Calliditas Therapeutics is a commercial stage biopharma company based in Stockholm, Sweden focused on identifying, developing and commercializing novel treatments in orphan indications, with an initial focus on renal and hepatic diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Calliditas' lead product, TARPEYOTM (budesonide) delayed release capsules, has been approved by the FDA. This drug product is awaiting European Commission (EC) approval following a positive CHMP opinion. Additionally, Calliditas is conducting a Phase 2/3 clinical trial with its NOX inhibitor product candidate setanaxib in primary biliary cholangitis and a Phase 2 proof-of-concept trial in head and neck cancer. Calliditas' common shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker: CALTX) and its American Depositary Shares are listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (ticker: CALT).
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The Online Channel is driving the growth of the CBD Beverages market across the globe
WESTON, Fla., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Grail Technology (OTC: GOGY) www.GoldenGrailBeverages.com is a fast-growing company with a strategic mission to innovate, build and streamline the growth of its beverage portfolio through fiscally responsible investing announces the acquisition of the domain www.Cannabissativa420.com.
The Company last week announced they are entering into the CBD-Infused Beverage sector. They intend to partner with a successful and established South African manufacturer, Cannabis Sativa, who has been selling their CBD beverages for over 7 years http://cannabis-sativa.co.za/.The acquisition of the site will allow them to have a marketable online presence. They are moving quickly to prepare for their line of CBD-Infused Beverages to launch in the states. The newly acquired website will be rebranded and designed to showcase their CBD line.
According to a recent article in BevNet, from a global pandemic to war in Ukraine to a raft of economic challenges, 2022 is something of a golden age for anxiety and stress. In other words, it's a good time to be selling CBD. In 2021, the U.S. CBD drinks market grew by 50%, while that metric is set to reach 62% this year and 65% in 2023, at which point it will be valued at around $657 million. CBD beverages are still primarily an online game: this year, the segment is expected to generate $146 million in sales via ecommerce.
As consumer acceptance of CBD grows and more concrete findings on its health and wellness benefits are discovered, adding CBD to consumable products may make it easier for consumers to incorporate it into their lifestyles to reap those benefits.
Other companies in the CBD-Infused space include; the largest cannabis company in the world in terms of production capacity, Canopy Growth has set its eyes on CBD-beverages as a pillar of growth. Tilray is set to make it big in the CBD-infused beverage market. New Age Beverages is a company that has an early mover advantage in the CBD beverage space. Kona Gold Beverage https://konagoldbeverage.com/investors/ is a dynamically driven company focused on functional beverages.
Golden Grail Technology (OTC: GOGY) www.GoldenGrailBeverages.com is a fast-growing company with a strategic mission to innovate, build and streamline the growth of its beverage portfolio through fiscally responsible investing. The company targets brands that have a proven sales history, loyal consumer following, retail presence and strong value proposition who need assistance to get to the next few levels. Golden Grail has been actively acquiring brands within emerging and growing beverage categories. Our robust product offerings include Spider Energy Drink, Trevi Fruit Essence Water, Tickle Water for kids, Sketch Can for Tweens, Cause Water helping reduce global plastic pollution and Scorpion Energy Hemp/CBD.
After an acquisition, the company utilizes a series of operational technologies to apply its business expertise, fiscal techniques and various manufacturing processes know-how to improve the economics and performance of each brand while advancing marketing and distribution for its beverage holdings. The company's focus on sophisticated management and development of beverage brands, coupled with its rapidly growing and recognizable portfolio of healthy, functional beverages sets Golden Grail apart as a leader in acquiring and advancing existing beverage brands.
For more information on Golden Grail Technology Beverages (OTC: GOGY) visit
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Cause Water is Pristine Mountain Spring Water with a Cause
Cause Water has three key initiatives be a vessel for change, do your part and encouraging consumers to join the cause, by drinking Cause Water. A fully recyclable aluminum bottle and cap supports its core mission of plastic reduction and ocean preservation. Cause Water can be found in high-end, influential natural food stores along the West Coast.
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Tickle Water is a premium sparkling water company dedicated to providing honest and clean hydration. Tickle Water is the first sparkling water in the market created specifically for children, yet enjoyed by all ages, complete with delicious flavors and a recyclable can, making it the perfect beverage for any occasion. Every can of Tickle Water is simply made with premium sparkling water and natural flavors without artificial ingredients, sugar, sodium, or preservatives.
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TCKL WTR 'Sketch Can' - The first and only 'sketch can' features a personalization space and a social media hash tag to invite Tickle fans to interact with the brand by drawing on the can and then sharing their custom can on Tik Tok. 'Sketch Can' provides kids with a brand they can call their own. It is a healthy premium sparkling water and natural flavors without artificial ingredients, sugar, sodium, or preservatives. 'Sketch Can' comes in a fully recyclable package, in two delicious flavors Watermelon and Sour Apple. Kids won't be able to resist the urge to sip and sketch.
Trevi Essence Water is a true clean-label beverage with a superior flavor that stays true to the fruit. Trevi has zero sugar, zero calories, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients, gluten free, vegan, kosher and diet friendly. Trevi comes in four delicious flavors Mango Orange, Coconut Lime, Peach and Grapefruit.
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Spider Energy Drink is packed with serious energy. This formula is the perfect balance of energy boosting B-vitamins, Taurine, Guarana, Ginseng, Key Levels of Amino Acids and herbal extracts. Made with 100% real sugar, Spider Energy is known as one of the best tasting with a fresh-citrus, smooth and refreshing flavor, without the medicinal aftertaste associated with most energy drinks.
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(NEXSTAR) — Are you eligible for the Child Tax Credit or last year’s stimulus check, but haven’t yet received your payments? You can finally file a claim to get those benefits if you didn’t have to file a federal tax return this year.
Last fall, the federal government collaborated on a new internet site — GetCTC.org — to help more low- and no-income Americans apply for and receive the expanded child tax credit, a monthly payment of as much as $300 per child that was part of the coronavirus relief package.
GetCTC.org was developed by Code for America in partnership with the White House and Treasury Department. The tool, which opened in late September, closed after 10 weeks at the end of the 2021 filing season. Over 115,000 families were able to use the GetCTC tool to claim more than $400 million in tax benefits, according to Code for America’s Senior Program Director for Tax Benefits, David Newville.
Now that the traditional tax season has ended, GetCTC is able to reopen.
This year, eligible families can use the tool to receive their 2021 Child Tax Credit. Parents of a child under the age of 6 can receive $3,600 annually, some of which can be paid out monthly at $300. Each child from the age of 6 to 17 qualifies for $3,000 annually, or $250 per month.
Families can also claim their third stimulus payment, amounting to $1,400 per individual, if they haven’t received it.
Instead of filing a full tax return, GetCTC collects information to complete a simplified return that requires only the information needed to get Child Tax Credit and stimulus payments.
You’re eligible to use the GetCTC tool if your family isn’t required to file a full federal tax return, which generally means you earn less than $12,500 as an individual or $25,100 as a married couple, and less than $400 in self-employment income.
The GetCTC tool, found here, is available in English and Spanish and takes about 15 minutes to complete.
Code for America is also partnering with state benefit agencies to help reach individuals who may not know they’re eligible for these tax benefits to help them receive their payments.
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BRV China is pleased to announce a follow-on commitment for KEYi Technology, maker of the widely-popular smart toy robot ClicBot
HONG KONG, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueRun Ventures China (BRV China) participated in the latest funding round for KEYi Technology, an innovative robotics firm that recently completed its latest funding round led by Anker Innovations. BRV China is KEYi Technology's earliest institutional investor from its series-A round. Other investors in the round involved Shunwei Capital and Xiaomi.
The capital commitment follows BRV China's earlier investments in Mooe Robot, a global leader of autonomous industrial robots, and Lanxin Technology, a leading provider of visual sensor solutions for mobile robots, and RoboCT, one of the stars of rehabilitation robotics in China.
Founded in 2014, KEYi Technology is an innovative robotics company notable for ClicBot, a programmable modular robot set product that helps children learn how to code at home.
Integrating control technology, perception technology and artificial intelligence into art design, it is a popular product for children.
KEYi Technology has successfully launched a community platform for users of different regions and ages to create and share content. With gameplay that becomes more complex and ever-changing, it becomes more fun as players get more experience with the toy.
Furthermore, a fast-growing developer community is also leading to the creation of a ClicBot-focused app ecosystem.
"As the earliest institutional investor in KEYi Technology, we are pleased to see the company making tremendous progress and be recognized by more investors," said Jui Tan, Managing Partner of BRV China. "It is committed to bringing simple yet powerful modular robotics technology into the home."
"Jianbo Yang, the Founder and CEO, is the navigator who integrates intelligent technology with art which constantly breaks the boundaries of consumer creation and experience. We are proud to see he turned an idea into one of the world's best coding robots." Jui Tan added.ClicBot has also unveiled a flagship store in March. Its products were featured on the Ellen Show and it has also been used to conduct experimental research at the School of Design and Art of Tsinghua University.
At present, ClicBot now has over 10,000 users from 87 countries in APP and they have generated more than 40,000 robot designs.
About BRV China
BlueRun Ventures China (BRV China) is a leading early-stage venture firm in China with offices in Beijing and Shanghai. Having its heritage in Silicon Valley since 1998 and entered China in 2005, BRV China has managed over $1.5 billion through multiple USD and RMB funds, with over $1 billion cash distributions. BRV China focuses on investing in entrepreneurs who create a sustainable impact through technological innovations across enterprise services, transportation and smart machine, digital healthcare, and consumer technology sectors in China. The firm has invested in more than 150 portfolio companies, including Li Auto (NASDAQ: LI), QingCloud (688316.SH), WaterDrop (NYSE: WDH), Energy Monster (NASDAQ: EM), Mogujie/Meilishuo (NYSE: MOGU), Qudian (NYSE: QD), Ganji/58.com, PPTV, Guazi, Meishubao, Nanyan, Shanzhen, Gaussian Robotics, Yi Auto, Pinecone, etc. The firm has been recognized as the "No.1 Early-Stage Investment Firm" in China by Zero2IPO and ChinaVenture, and "Consistent Performing Venture Capital Fund Manager" by Preqin. For further information, please visit https://www.brv.com.cn/en/.
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Investment Provides Capital and Support for Growth and Acquisitions
BOSTON and WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Palladin Consumer Retail Partners, LLC ("Palladin" or "PCRP") (pcrp.com) announces a majority investment in SEM Holdings, LLC ("Southeast Mechanical" or the "Company") (www.southeast-mechanical.com). Existing shareholders, including Colmont Group and management, will retain an ownership position in the Company and continue to assist Palladin in growth and acquisitions.
Southeast Mechanical is a highly scalable and proven platform that currently consists of four primary HVAC operating companies in North Carolina: Triangle Contractors, Warren-Hay Mechanical Contractors (including Sheet Metal Duct Suppliers), Airmakers Heating & Cooling, and Logan Heating & Air Conditioning. The Company operates and is focused on expanding in the highly attractive southeast U.S. market through organic growth and acquisitions. Southeast Mechanical is led by an experienced senior management team, has over 300 professionals and currently serves over 11,000 residential and commercial customers.
Palladin partnered with Southeast Mechanical to provide the capital and support to accelerate its expansion strategy of acquiring strong HVAC companies in the region. Since its founding in 1998, Palladin has partnered with numerous founders and management teams to expand their businesses successfully. The portfolio team led by Anders Petersen, Managing Director, and Mark Schwartz, CEO, will work closely with the existing Southeast Mechanical team and Palladin operating partners providing marketing, financial, human resources, systems, and other expertise.
Hugh Elks, President of Southeast Mechanical, said "The Palladin team brings a wealth of experience growing service businesses. Their expertise and support will provide not only capital, but operational support that will be instrumental in helping Southeast Mechanical become a major regional and national HVAC platform. We look forward to working with Palladin during this next phase of growth."
Mark Schwartz, CEO of Palladin, added, "We are excited to partner with Hugh, Keith Bagby, CFO, the entire Southeast Mechanical team, as well as Colmont Group, in the growth of this platform. The companies within Southeast Mechanical are well respected in the industry and in their region. They have built a strong reputation for quality and service, and we are confident that, with additional capital and operating assistance, we can work together to significantly expand Southeast Mechanical's reach."
Anders Petersen, Managing Director of Palladin commented, "We have spent a long time researching the HVAC sector and identified Southeast Mechanical as the perfect anchor acquisition. The expertise of the Southeast Mechanical team, their commitment to employees and customer service, and the geographic area of the country in which the Company currently operates provide an excellent partnership and platform for expansion."
Goldman Sachs provided debt financing for the transaction, as well as an unfunded acquisition line and revolving credit facility to support future growth.
Advisors to Palladin included Morgan Lewis & Bockius, LLP and Everett, Gaskins Hancock LLP for legal services, Crowe, LLP for accounting, Krauter & Company for insurance and benefits, and Retail Technology Group for information systems. The company was represented by Johnston, Allison & Hord, PA for legal services, and Miller McNeish & Beedlove for accounting.
ABOUT PALLADIN CONSUMER RETAIL PARTNERS (PCRP)
Palladin Consumer Retail Partners is a private equity firm with extensive experience investing in and building leading consumer brands and service platforms. Founded in 1998, the firm prides itself on working closely with management teams to create value through strategic and operational initiatives. Its principals have previously held CEO and other senior executive roles at several wholesale, retail, customer services companies, and have invested in, financed, or managed over 100 public and private companies. Current and former investments include Splash Car Wash, Tailwind Hospitality, Leapfrog Brands, Decowraps, PB/Cycle Metro, KT Tape, Nic+Zoe, InMotion Entertainment, J. McLaughlin, Things Remembered, Restoration Hardware, Spencer Gifts, Jamba Juice, Worldlynx, Multi-Flow, and Kwik-Tek.
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In partnership with TikTok influencers, Mr.Mrs.BeeRescue, KIND is hosting a first-of-its-kind Bee Day Bash to celebrate the important role of pollinators in our food system
NEW YORK, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, KIND Healthy Snacks (KIND) announced progress on its commitment to exclusively source its almonds from bee-friendly farmland globally by 2025.* To commemorate this milestone, KIND is hosting the first-ever virtual Bee Day Bash in collaboration with TikTok, in honor of World Bee Day (May 20).
Almonds are currently the company's number one ingredient by both volume and spend. California currently produces the vast majority of the world's almonds, with 1.64 million acres dedicated to almond orchards in 2021. Each year, nearly 48 billion pollinators are required to pollinate the California almond crop. But both native and managed pollinators have experienced historic declines in recent years.
Since setting its bee-friendly commitment, KIND has encouraged the expanded usage of bee-friendly practices among its almond farmers and across the almond industry more broadly:
- In 2020, KIND made a significant shift to its sourcing vision, requiring its almond suppliers to reserve 3-5% of their farmland for dedicated pollinator habitat by 2025.
- Since 2020, KIND has worked with its U.S. almond suppliers to ensure they have eliminated the usage of neonicotinoids and chlorpyrifos, two pesticide treatments that are thought to be harmful to pollinators.
- By the end of 2022, KIND will have sourced 51% of its almond supply from bee-friendly farmland. This farmland is certified for its bee-friendly practices by either one of the two independent certification programs. KIND sources its bee-friendly almonds under the mass balance* method of sourcing.
When KIND made this commitment in 2020, it was estimated that there were only 20,000 acres of bee-friendly almond farmland in California. As of 2022, the estimate has grown materially, culminating in at least 145,000 new acres of verified bee-friendly farmland.
"Pollinators, like bees and butterflies, are central to the plant-based ingredients that many of KIND's products depend on. We are excited about the leadership we've seen from the almond grower community over the past few years to expedite the transition to bee-friendly practices," said Russell Stokes, CEO of KIND. "We are eager to continue to build on this momentum as we approach our 2025 target and hopeful, we can complete this transition ahead of schedule. We have also begun to explore the ways we can go beyond bee-friendly to incorporate even more regenerative practices."
KIND will also be deepening its relationship with the University of California Davis, a leading academic institution for bee and pollinator health expertise. The company has donated $350,000 to the Williams Lab to-date to support its pioneering bee health research as well as the monitoring of farm-level pollinator improvements and other environmental outcomes.
"By partnering with suppliers to add dedicated pollinator habitat and reduce pesticides, KIND has addressed two of the central components we know are most critical to bee health. Here in the Central Valley, we have also seen how this commitment has catalyzed the transition within the almond industry more broadly," said Neal Williams, an entomology professor at UC Davis and the head researcher at the Williams Lab. "We're excited to continue our partnership with KIND, which will enable us to develop an even stronger understanding of how these farm-level changes impact bee health and beyond."
While the long-term benefits are still being studied, initial research suggests that the kind of changes KIND is requiring of its almond farmers has the potential to provide substantial, long-term environmental benefits. In addition to supporting regional biodiversity in the Central Valley of California, signs also point to improvements for soil health and water retention.
As part of celebrating this progress, the company will also aim to build public awareness and appreciation for the incredible role that pollinators play within our food system. In addition to a short video that tells the story of KIND's journey, KIND will be co-hosting a virtual TikTok party on World Bee Day with TikTok influencers, @Mr.Mrs.BeeRescue. TikTok has a thriving and vibrant community that cares about supporting bees. This includes hashtags around #BeeTok and #SaveTheBees that currently have over 2 billion views on bee-related content.
During the event, viewers will be encouraged to donate to Re:wild – an organization that aims to protect and restore the wild – by using TikTok's "Donate Now" button. KIND will be offering 1:1 donation matching for every dollar donated to Re:wild between May 18 and June 3, 2022, up to $20,000.
One million bees are expected to join this first-of-its-kind TikTok celebration to jam out with bee-specific tunes as well as curated bee-inspired foods and beverages! To join the party, visit @KINDSnacks on TikTok at 8pm ET on Friday, May 20.
To learn more about how KIND's almond sourcing journey, please visit kindsnacks.com/bees.
*KIND sources its bee-friendly almonds under the mass balance method of sourcing. Under this method, the bee-friendly almonds are mixed during processing, shipping and manufacturing with all other almonds purchased by our suppliers. While bee-friendly almonds may not necessarily end up in any particular KIND® product, bee-friendly almonds are purchased at agreed upon volume equivalents to what we use in our products and measured in our almond suppliers' records. This helps shift the almond industry to more bee-friendly practices at scale through our purchases.
About KIND
Since 2004, KIND has been on a mission to create a kinder and healthier world – one snack and one act at a time. Its iconic KIND® bars – made with real, recognizable ingredients – sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category. Our family of over 100 snacks all lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient, such as nuts, whole grains or fruit, and are not made with genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — North Texans have been given a small gift with somewhat cooler temperatures (low to mid 90s) for most of the week as June has turned to July.
This means the Fourth of July weekend has arrived and the National Weather Service in Fort Worth has shared its forecast for Friday through Sunday ahead of the big day on Monday! In short, the center says to expect, “Seasonably hot and humid with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms.”
Hit indexes across each afternoon will reach near 100 or low 100 degrees with winds mainly from the southeast and the south. “A hot and humid weekend is expected with highs generally in the 90s and afternoon heat index values near 100. Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected with the best chances on Saturday. A south to southeast wind will prevail between 5 and 15 mph.” | https://cw33.com/news/local/first-weekend-in-july-forecast-for-north-texas-from-nws-fort-worth/ | 2022-07-01T20:47:34Z |
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Texas’ “Dead Suspect Loophole” could be used to block the release of law enforcement records related to last week’s school shooting in Uvalde that left 19 children and two adults dead, transparency advocates and lawmakers fear.
For years, investigators from Nexstar’s KXAN in Austin have explored Texas law enforcement’s widespread use of an open records measure known as the “Dead Suspect Loophole.” Lawmakers have repeatedly sought to close the loophole, which allows police to withhold information in closed criminal cases that don’t go through the court process — even when a suspect dies in police custody.
After the Uvalde school shooting and the gunman’s death, some transparency advocates — even Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan — worry police may try to use the loophole to keep important details about what really happened from the public and even victims’ families.
Outside the entrance to the Texas State Capitol, there is a growing memorial of flowers, candles and stuffed animals. The faces of fourth-graders murdered in Uvalde line the steps.
“It’s so sad,” said Kelley Shannon, looking at the photos. “I hope that these families and the community of Uvalde get the transparency that they need and deserve.”
Shannon is the executive director of the Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas. She says families deserve answers and accountability, especially given the shifting explanations coming from law enforcement.
“I think what everyone’s realizing is we definitely need this transparency in Uvalde,” she said.
She worries the “Dead Suspect Loophole” could be used to block the release of records that could shed light on how law enforcement responded that day. She has seen law enforcement agencies deny records citing the loophole, even to family members.
“We’ve had all kinds of families come to the Capitol and explain how they could not get simple, basic police records,” said Shannon. “Because their loved ones died in police custody.”
The loophole was used to keep records related to Javier Ambler’s 2019 death in the custody of Williamson County Sheriff’s deputies secret for 15 months. The family of 21-year-old Herman Titus, who died at the Travis County Jail in 2017, struggled for years to get any information about his death.
In the last three legislative sessions, State Rep. Joe Moody (D-El Paso) filed bills to close the loophole. Those efforts failed.
“The intent of the bill isn’t to cause any issues in an active case,” he said during a 2018 hearing. “What we’re dealing with are closed cases that fall into an exception that they shouldn’t have.”
“These records belong to the public,” he said during a 2019 hearing with then Chair Dade Phelan. “Government transparency is government transparency. Even when it’s not pretty.”
Moody said the original intent of the exception to the Public Information Act, put in place in 1997, was to protect people under investigation. Police unions across the state have fought changes to the law.
“This situation crystallizes why we need to close this loophole, right?” he said. “This shouldn’t even be an option.”
The revived idea to close the loophole is getting support from Phelan, the Republican Speaker of the House. On Twitter, he called it “common sense.”
“More than anything, the families of the #Uvalde victims need honest answers and transparency. Period,” Phelan tweeted Wednesday. “It would be absolutely unconscionable to use the ‘dead suspect loophole’ to thwart the release of information that is so badly needed and deserved right now.”
“I think it’s time we pass legislation to end the dead suspect loophole for good in 2023,” he added.
Moody responded that it is time to “end the abuse of this loophole once and for all.”
State Rep. Eddie Morales Jr. (D-Eagle Pass) also tweeted interest in ending the loophole.
“I’ll have my Capitol staff look into this and work with Lege Counsel to find ways to address the loophole,” he tweeted, “or end it thru the filing of a bill.”
“There are a lot of questions that have to be answered in that community,” Moody told KXAN. “Those families deserve answers.” | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/dead-suspect-loophole-could-be-used-to-block-release-of-uvalde-records/ | 2022-06-03T20:36:52Z |
The man suspected of stabbing renowned author Salman Rushdie in western New York pleaded not guilty Saturday to attempted murder in the second degree and other charges, his attorney says.
Hadi Matar, 24, is accused of stabbing Rushdie -- whose controversial work has triggered death threats -- at a speaking engagement on Friday, authorities said.
Matar, a New Jersey resident, also was charged with assault in the second degree, with intent to cause physical injury with a deadly weapon.
Matar pleaded not guilty, according to Nathaniel Barone, his public defender.
He was refused bail and remanded to the Chautauqua County Jail. Matar's next court appearance is Friday.
Rushdie, 75, was stabbed at least twice on stage at the Chautauqua Institution before he was slated to give a lecture, New York state police said Friday. He was airlifted to a hospital in northwestern Pennsylvania and underwent surgery, a Pennsylvania police official said. The hospital on Saturday released no additional information.
Later in the day, Rushdie was put on a ventilator and was unable to speak, his agent, Andrew Wylie, told The New York Times. He will likely lose an eye, Wylie said. "The nerves in his arm were severed; and his liver was stabbed and damaged. The news is not good."
Following the attack, questions were raised about the security precautions -- or lack thereof -- at the host institution, which sits in a rural lake resort about 70 miles south of Buffalo, New York.
The institution's leadership had rejected recommendations for basic security measures, including bag checks and metal detectors, fearing that would create a divide between speakers and the audience, according to two sources who spoke with CNN. The leadership also feared that it would change the culture at the institution, the sources said.
The two sources have direct knowledge of the security situation at the Chautauqua Institution and past recommendations and spoke to CNN on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.
It's unclear whether the recommended measures would have prevented the attack on Rushdie based on the information released about the incident as of Friday evening. Authorities have not disclosed the type of weapon that was used in the attack.
There were no security searches or metal detectors at the event, a person who witnessed the attack told CNN. The witness is not being identified because they expressed concerns for their personal safety.
CNN reached out to the Chautauqua Institution and its leadership for comment but did not receive a response Friday.
Institution president Michael Hill defended his organization's security plans when asked during a news conference Friday whether there would be more precautions at future events.
"We assess for every event what we think the appropriate security level is, and this one was certainly one that we thought was important which is why we had a State Trooper and Sheriff presence there," Hill said. "We will assess for each of the events at the Institution what we think the appropriate level of security is and that's an ongoing process that we work in concert with local law enforcement on."
Also injured Friday was Henry Reese, co-founder of the Pittsburgh nonprofit City of Asylum, who was scheduled to join Rushdie in a discussion, police said. He was taken to a hospital and treated for a facial injury and released.
Reese is on the advisory committee for press freedom group PEN America, which tweeted a message from him late Friday: "Salman Rushdie is one of the great authors of our time and one of the great defenders of freedom of speech and freedom of creative expression."
Reese added, "We revere him and our paramount concern is for his life. The fact that this attack could occur in the United States is indicative of the threats to writers from many governments and from many individuals and organizations. In addition to wishing Salman well as Americans and citizens of the world, we need to re-commit ourselves to defending the values Salman has championed."
Rushdie's writings have garnered several literary prizes, including the Booker Prize for his 1981 book, Midnight's Children. But it was his fourth novel "The Satanic Verses," that drew the greatest scrutiny as some Muslims found the book to be sacrilegious, and its publication in 1988 sparked public demonstrations.
The late Iranian leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, who described the book as an insult to Islam and Prophet Mohammed, issued a religious decree, or fatwa, calling for Rushdie's death in 1989.
Authorities were at New Jersey home connected to suspect
The suspect in the attack was identified as Matar, of Fairview, New Jersey, New York State Troop Commander Major Eugene J. Staniszewski said Friday evening during a news conference.
The attack occurred around 10:45 a.m. as Rushdie was being introduced, a witness told CNN. A man in a black shirt appeared to be "punching" the author. The witness, who was about 75 feet from the stage, did not hear the attacker say anything or see a weapon.
Another witness, Joyce Lussier, was sitting in the second row when she saw a man who "lurched across the stage and got right to Mr. Rushdie.
"He came in the left side and leapt across the stage and just lunged at him. In, I don't know, two seconds he was across that stage," Lussier said. She heard people screaming and crying and saw people from the audience rushing up to the stage, she said.
Matar allegedly stabbed Rushdie at least once in the neck and at least once in the abdomen, state police said. Staff and audience members rushed to the attacker and put him on the ground before a state trooper took him into custody, police said.
On Friday evening, police had blocked off the street to the New Jersey home believed connected to the suspect.
Iran's bounty was never lifted
Rushdie, the son of a successful Muslim businessman in India, was educated in England, first at Rugby School and later at the University of Cambridge where he received a master's degree in history.
After college, he began working as an advertising copywriter in London, before publishing his first novel, "Grimus" in 1975.
In 1989, as a result of the fatwa, Rushdie began a decade under British protection.
Rushdie told CNN in 1999 that the experience taught him "to value even more ... intensely the things that I valued before, such as the art of literature and the freedom of expression and the right to say things that other people don't like.
"It may have been an unpleasant decade, but it was the right fight, you know. It was fighting for the things that I most believe in against things I most dislike, which are bigotry and fanaticism and censorship."
The bounty against Rushdie has never been lifted, though in 1998 the Iranian government sought to distance itself from the fatwa by pledging not to seek to carry it out.
Despite that, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei recently reaffirmed the religious edict.
In February 2017, on Khamenei's official website, the supreme leader was asked if the "fatwa against Rushdie was still in effect," to which Khamenei confirmed it was, saying, "The decree is as Imam Khomeini issued."
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Patient dies, paramedic critically hurt after ambulance fire, possible explosion outside Hawaii hospital
HONOLULU (KHNL/Gray News) - One patient has died and a paramedic is critically injured after an ambulance apparently exploded in Kailua, EMS officials confirmed Wednesday night.
Officials said the incident happened around 9 p.m. outside Adventist Health Castle, KHNL reported.
According to a press conference held Wednesday night, EMS Director Jim Ireland said the ambulance caught on fire before entering the hospital. He added that the patient in the back of the ambulance died during the fire.
Ireland said one paramedic was taken to Straub Hospital in critical condition and another EMT was also treated for injuries in stable condition.
“It’s something we’ve never seen before,” said Ireland. “We want to thank the Honolulu Fire Department for their assistance tonight, our other EMS crews who came to the scene to help, as well as Castle Hospital that helped our crew.”
“We ask for everyone’s prayers and thoughts for the family of the patient that’s deceased and for the paramedic that’s been injured in the line of duty,” EMS Acting Chief Chris Sloman said. “It’s been a very difficult night.”
The cause of the fire remains unclear. An investigation is ongoing.
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HANGZHOU, China and SHAOXING, China, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascletis Pharma Inc. (HKEX code: 1672) today announces that the Investigational New Drug (IND) application of its second fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitor ASC60 for treatment of advanced solid tumors has been approved by China National Medical Products Administration. ASC60 IND approval further strengthens Ascletis' oncology pipeline.
Many solid and hematopoietic tumors overexpress FASN, including non-small cell lung, breast, ovarian, prostate, colon, pancreatic cancers, recurrent glioblastoma (rGBM) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. ASC60 (also known as TVB-3567 outside China) is an oral and very potent inhibitor of FASN, a key enzyme which regulates de novo lipogenesis (DNL). ASC60 inhibits energy supply and disturbs membrane phospholipid composition of tumor cells by blocking DNL. Based on preclinical data including efficacy in animal models, predicted human efficacious dose of ASC60 will be between 10 mg/m2 and 20 mg/m2.
"We are excited about China IND approval of ASC60. Together with the recent U.S. IND approval of ASC61, an oral PD-L1 small molecule inhibitor, we are exploring opportunities for all-oral combinations between oral PD-L1 small molecule inhibitor and FASN inhibitors as well as other oral anti-tumor drugs from our business partners." said Dr. Jinzi J. Wu, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Ascletis.
About Ascletis
Ascletis is an innovative R&D driven biotech listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (1672.HK), a global platform covering the entire value chain from discovery and development to manufacturing and commercialization. Ascletis is committed to developing and commercializing innovative drugs in the areas of viral diseases, NASH/PBC, and cancer (oral cancer metabolic checkpoint and immune checkpoint inhibitors) to address unmet medical needs both in China and globally. Led by a management team with deep expertise and a proven track record, Ascletis targets those therapeutic areas with unmet medical needs from a global perspective, and efficiently advances the developments of pipelines with an aim of leading in global competition. To date, Ascletis has three marketed products and 20 robust R&D pipelines of drug candidates with global competitiveness, and is actively exploring new therapeutic areas.
1. Viral Diseases: (1) Hepatitis B Virus (functional cure): focus on breakthrough therapies for CHB functional cure with a subcutaneously-injected PD-L1 antibody – ASC22 and Pegasys® as cornerstone drugs. (2) COVID-19 pipeline: currently includes (i) ritonavir oral tablet (100 mg), an authorized product, (ii) ASC10, an oral RNA dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp) inhibitor and (iii) ASC11, an oral 3-chymotrypsin like protease (3CLpro) inhibitor. (3) HIV/AIDS: ASC22, an immune therapy to restore HIV-specific immune responses and eventually lead to a functional cure of HIV-infected patients. (4) Hepatitis C: successfully launched an all-oral regimen of combining ASCLEVIR® and GANOVO® (RDV/DNV regimen).
2. Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis/Primary Biliary Cholangitis: Gannex, a wholly-owned company of Ascletis, is dedicated to the R&D and commercialization of new drugs in the field of NASH. Gannex has three clinical stage drug candidates against three different targets – FASN, THRβ and FXR, three fixed-dose combinations for NASH and one PBC program targeting FXR.
3. Cancer (oral cancer metabolic checkpoint and immune checkpoint inhibitors): a pipeline of oral inhibitors targeting FASN, which plays a key role in cancer lipid metabolism, and a pipeline of oral PD-L1 small molecule next generation immune checkpoint inhibitors.
4. Exploratory Indications: Acne: Following NASH and recurrent GBM, the third indication for ASC40 has been approved to enter Phase 2 clinical trial. For more information, please visit www.ascletis.com.
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State of Student Success & Engagement in Louisiana Higher Education points to evolving student perceptions of educational needs
SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure, the maker of Canvas, today released a new study highlighting key higher education trends in Louisiana. The study, developed in coordination with Hanover Research, gives a timely and insightful view into how 114 higher education students in Louisiana define student success and engagement. Student respondents are focused on career readiness, skill competency, educational goals and relevant job placement. To view the report, visit this page.
In an era marked by rapid change and increased reliance on new technology and evolving instructional strategies, Louisiana educators are working to meet the unique educational needs of their students. The study found that while in-person classes are still popular, the number of hybrid and online remote learning courses being offered is becoming an important factor for students as they choose a college or university. Students also want their institutions to focus on their holistic development. This includes personal instruction and the effective delivery of online learning from faculty. The results of the study highlight the importance of a holistic approach to education that meets the needs of today's students.
"While grades remain an important measure of student success, administrators and faculty in Louisiana are increasingly focused on student well-being and on preparing students to enter the workforce," said Ryan Lufkin, VP of Product Marketing at Instructure. "Institutions are actively working to provide a more comprehensive education that is relevant to the academic and employment goals of each student. Whether through in-person, online, or hybrid learning opportunities, institutions that adapt to and seek to support the whole student will help prepare students ready to make a positive impact in the job market."
The research revealed six key trends that parents and educators in the state of Louisiana feel are important to teaching and learning in higher education:
1. Career readiness is priority No. 1 for students.
These Louisiana students are laser-focused on career readiness and having the skills to gain post-graduation employment. Some 79% of respondents view career readiness as the top determinant of success. Over 75% of the student respondents also rated skill competency, educational goals, recent graduate employment rates and relevant job placement as the top determinants of success.
2. Student preference for in-class, online, or hybrid learning continues to evolve.
The ability to take online classes in a remote or hybrid learning environment is becoming a deciding factor in which institutions students choose to attend. But their preferences for hybrid (43%) and in-person (37%) classes and fully online remote learning (20%) don't always align with the learning environments being offered at their institution.
Dr. James H. Ammons, Jr., executive vice president and chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans, commented on this key finding: "The Southern University System just moved to Canvas because we were looking for a robust cloud-based and user-friendly LMS. We are convinced that our students will enjoy the web-based interfaces and capabilities and its natural adaptability for mobile computing. In addition, faculty and students will have 24/7 technical support. Canvas takes advantage of the enormous advances in remote learning modalities and puts these enhancements in the hands of the users."
3. Students want their institutions to focus on their holistic development.
Students want an enhanced learning experience that includes personalized instruction and the effective delivery of online learning from faculty. In fact, 94% of the 100 Voices respondents say that holistic development such as self-discipline, communication, knowledge and personal reflection are important to student success and 53% say this will become more important over the next 12 months.
University of Louisiana System president Dr. Jim Henderson said: "The university has long been dedicated to the holistic development of individuals. The rapid advancement of technology has made the necessary development even more complex but our institutions are committed to ensuring our graduates have the competencies required for life and career success."
4. Students still feel the impact of COVID, but there are reasons for optimism.
Unsurprisingly, 73% of student respondents believe COVID-19 negatively impacted student engagement. Some 66% believe it negatively affected academic progress and 63% said that it negatively impacted career readiness. The good news is that these impacts appear to be lessening when compared to Instructure's global 2021 State of Higher Education report which spanned 18 countries and included input from 7,687 students, administrators and faculty. Respondents to the Louisiana survey also believe the impact will decline further over the next 12 months.
5. Access is the key to engagement and success.
Access to the internet and technological devices are two key socioeconomic factors that fuel student engagement and success, according to over 80% of the 100 Voices respondents. Students express a clear interest in mobile learning capabilities, though some struggle to maintain consistent access to WiFi and the technology that would foster learning. While 69% of students feel engaged in the classroom, only 29% of students from self-identified lower economic classes said it was very easy to stay engaged. As is always the case, making education accessible is an important part of the effort to close the equity gap among students.
6. Students want connection.
It's clear that students in Louisiana crave connection and flexibility around learning modalities, yet connection means different things to different students. Relevant top factors that students believe will increase engagement include hands-on instruction (46%), smaller class sizes (44%), a sense of community (37%), in-person instruction (34%), teamwork assignments (32%), strong friendships (30%) and personalized instruction (30%).
"Higher ed institutions, like Tulane SoPA, can help create connections and a sense of community for students while building interpersonal relationships through small class sizes that allow rich faculty-student and student-student interactions, or by providing a curated student experience such as an in-person three-day residency to complement an online graduate program," said Ilianna H. Kwaske, associate dean for academic affairs at Tulane University School of Professional Advancement (SoPA) in relation to this finding. "Offering robust services, such as academic and career advising, also fosters connection while supporting student success."
Ronni Tyger, director of Tulane SoPA learning design & development, emphasizes the need for universities to understand students' need for both connection and flexibility: "By collaborating with faculty subject matter experts to design learning experiences that intentionally put the student's experience first, we develop opportunities to increase inclusivity and a sense of connection for students across all modalities. Adding synchronous course meetings throughout the semester to all our online courses has brought students and instructors together and has established a sense of community while enhancing learning."
SURVEY METHODOLOGY
The survey was fielded in April of 2022 and was cleaned and analyzed by Hanover Research. After fielding and data cleaning, the study consisted of 114 qualified, completed responses, with 35 respondents attending a two-year program and 74 respondents. We performed statistical significance testing across segments with a 95% confidence level. For any questions regarding the underlying methodology or data, please contact studentsuccess@instructure.com.
ABOUT INSTRUCTURE
Instructure (NYSE: INST) is an education technology company dedicated to elevating student success, amplifying the power of teaching, and inspiring everyone to learn together. Today the Instructure Learning Platform supports tens of millions of educators and learners around the world. Learn more at www.instructure.com.
ABOUT HANOVER RESEARCH
Founded in 2003, Hanover Research is a global research and analytics firm that delivers market intelligence through a unique, fixed-fee model to more than 1,000 clients. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Hanover has been named a Top 50 Market Research Firm by the American Marketing Association every year since 2015. To learn more about Hanover Research, visit www.hanoverresearch.com.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains "forward-looking" statements, which are subject to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the potential, timing, and examples of any strategic alternatives. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, but are based on management's expectations as of the date of this press release and assumptions that are inherently subject to uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements include the risk factors described in the Company's annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 22, 2022 and other documents filed with the SEC and could cause actual results to vary from expectations. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof and Instructure undertakes no duty to update this information except as required by law.
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FDA investigating hepatitis A outbreak possibly linked to fresh strawberries
By Naomi Thomas, CNN
The US Food and Drug Administration is investigating a potential link between a hepatitis A outbreak and fresh organic strawberries.
The FDA with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Public Health Agency of Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and state and local partners, said the strawberries were branded as FreshKampo and HEB and purchased between March 5 and April 25.
They were distributed nationwide and sold at a number of retailers including Aldi, HEB, Kroger, Safeway, Sprouts Farmers Market, Trader Joe’s, Walmart, Weis Markets and WinCo Foods.
The potentially affected strawberries are now past their shelf life, FDA said, but people who froze them for later use should not eat them.
“If you are unsure of what brand you purchased, when you purchased your strawberries, or where you purchased them from prior to freezing them, the strawberries should be thrown away,” the FDA cautioned.
Seventeen hepatitis cases have been identified in California, Minnesota and North Dakota, which have led to 12 hospitalizations, FDA said. Traceback investigations show that cases in California, Minnesota and Canada reported having purchased the strawberries. More products may be included as the investigation is ongoing. People became ill between March 28 and April 30.
FDA also recommends that anyone who purchased and ate the strawberries in the last two weeks who hasn’t been vaccinated against hepatitis A should consult with a health care professional to determine whether post exposure prophylaxis is needed. Anyone who thinks they may have symptoms after eating the strawberries should contact their health care provider.
According to the CDC, symptoms of hepatitis A usually appear two to seven weeks after infection and typically last less than two months. Not everyone has symptoms, and some people can be ill for as long as six months.
Symptoms can include yellow skin or eyes, not wanting to eat, an upset stomach, vomiting, stomach pain, fever, dark urine or light colored stools, diarrhea, joint pain and feeling tired.
Adults are more likely than children to have symptoms if they are infected.
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CHISINAU, Moldova, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, the newly released documentary film "A Small Country with a Big Heart'' explores the true meaning of hospitality through a little known story from Moldova.
Moldova, one of the smallest countries in Europe, welcomed over 450,000 Ukrainian refugees, known locally as "guests," into their homes and hearts this year. This documentary explores how and why Moldova, including its small tourism sector, immediately united and responded with open doors.
The film documents this story through the eyes of eight hosts from five rural guest houses throughout Moldova: Sergiu (Hanul lui Hanganu), Liuba (Vila Roz), Dan, Zaharia and Tatiana (Casa Veche), Ana (Gagauz Sofrasi), Olesea and Anatol (Eco-Resort Butuceni). On the unexpected front line of this humanitarian crisis, they immediately decided to open their guest houses, normally used for hosting tourists, to provide safe refuge and a welcoming smile to their Ukrainian guests.
Another important message: the viewer understands from this complex and dramatic context the nature of Moldovan hospitality. Genuine, even in times of crisis.
The film also tells the story of how a small tourism sector immediately united and acted in response to a humanitarian emergency, as seen through the Moldova for Peace campaign. This highlights tourism's potential strength and positive impact.
Finally, the documentary takes the viewer across Moldova to see some undiscovered places in this little known country. What you will see may surprise you, and the film invites viewers to visit and experience this hospitality for themselves.
The documentary gets its name from how the international press and United Nations began to refer to Moldova because of its heartfelt response to the refugee crisis, despite the country's small size of 2.6 million people and limited resources.
For more information about "A Small Country with a Big Heart" and how to host screenings of the documentary, please get in touch at: info@moldova.travel.
The documentary is directed by Daniela Donici and Lucia Lupu with production by ANTRIM / Lulu Creative. Film image by Lucian Spătaru. It is supported by the National Inbound and Domestic Tourism Association of Moldova (ANTRIM) and Moldova Travel with the support of the EDGE Buy-in Moldova Competitiveness Transition Activity funded by USAID.
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Life and Health Insurance Agency Now Part of the Largest Independent Insurance Firm Based in Texas
FORT WORTH, Texas, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brown & Company Insurance Services, an employee benefits and individual life and health insurance agency in College Station, Texas, has combined with Higginbotham, an insurance, financial and HR services firm ranked as the 20th largest independent broker in the U.S. Brown & Company becomes Higginbotham's second branch in College Station and deepens Higginbotham's presence in the greater Houston area, where it now has five offices total. The deal gives Brown & Company added products, services and resources to serve its clients.
Higginbotham is strategically growing to expand its footprint and increase its service capability by selectively partnering with other independent agencies with strong reputations in their local markets, a desire to keep growing by tapping into Higginbotham's single source solution and a similar cultural match.
Brown & Company focuses on middle market employers and individual clients. By joining Higginbotham, Brown & Company has increased resources and service capabilities including enhanced compliance, administration, wellness, communications and HR support as well as the ability to provide property and casualty insurance to clients.
Brown & Company dates back to 1978 when it opened as Richard S. Smith & Associates. Principals Sharon Brown and Bryan Brown joined the firm in 1984 and 2002, respectively. In 2006, they purchased the agency, forming Brown & Company Insurance Services.
Higginbotham Managing Partner–Houston Koby Hackradt said, "We entered College Station by starting our own office, and we're building our name by engaging with our community. However, we've found that partnering with an established agency goes a long way toward rounding out our services and making our single source solution available at the local level. Our partnership with Brown & Company will fuel our long-term growth in College Station."
Bryan Brown noted, "We've had a trusted professional relationship with Koby for over 20 years, so he was influential in our decision to partner with Higginbotham. After discussing with Koby and other partners their abilities to better support clients and employees, we knew Higginbotham was the best fit for us. We're excited to have the additional resources to assist our clients achieve their goals."
Brown & Company's eight-person team will remain in place, and Sharon Brown and Bryan Brown will continue overseeing the agency's operations.
Brown & Company is the largest locally owned agency in College Station, Texas, providing employers with group benefit plans and HR assistance and individuals with life, health, disability, long term care and Medicare supplement insurance. The agency distinguishes itself by delivering outstanding customer service and seeking creative ways to provide cost effective insurance options. Visit bcins.net for more information.
Employee owned and customer inspired, Higginbotham is a single source solution for insurance, financial and HR services. The firm was established in 1948 and ranks by revenue as the nation's 20th largest independent insurance firm. Serving thousands of businesses and individuals through locations coast to coast, Higginbotham's approach to finding insurance, employee benefit and risk management solutions is more individual and less institutional. By understanding customer priorities, eliminating inefficiencies and committing to transparency, Higginbotham is a place that leads with values so value leads. Visit higginbotham.com for more information.
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Meeting signifies major move towards implementation of its Racial and Social Equity Action Plan
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. , June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of South San Francisco set a bold path in addressing the impact of racism and inequity systemically embedded into policies, practices, and programs by seating its Commission on Equity and Public Safety.
The first meeting of the Commission occurred Monday, June 20.
"Advancing equity is not a one-year project, it's a long-term commitment. The Racial and Social Equity Action Plan is an important step forward in putting into place a system to amplify the voices of those who have been underrepresented and underserved," said South San Francisco Mayor Mark Nagales.
During the first meeting, Commissioners discussed their mission, vision, and interests in driving the Commission forward. The purpose of the Commission is to achieve transparency and accountability, engage the community, and enhance safety and fair treatment for those historically disenfranchised.
The Commission on Equity and Public Safety is part of an extensive action plan developed by the South San Francisco Commission on Racial and Social Equity and accepted by the City Council last summer. The Commission, which served from 2020-2021, was created in response to calls for nationwide police accountability and for addressing social inequities.
"We have quickly implemented parts of the City's new Equity Action Plan, including placing a mental health clinician in the Police Department, launching a promotores and community navigator program, and constructing the Economic Advancement Center," said South San Francisco City Manager Mike Futrell. "Creation of a permanent Commission on Equity and Public Safety is also a crucial part of the Action Plan, ensuring the work to promote social equity will continue in the future."
The City Council appointed the following South San Francisco residents to serve on the Commission: Krystle Cansino, Dr. Jasmin Flores, Nancy Garcia, Paula Claudine Hobson-Coard, Arnel Junio, Alan Perez, and Carol Sanders.
During the first meeting, the Commission identified affordable housing and community mental health and priorities and selected Krystle Cansino as Commission Chair. "I am passionate about ensuring equity in our community," stated Chair Cansino, "and am honored to serve on this Commission along with six other equally passionate Commissioners as we work to promote social justice."
The City Manager's Office will provide organizational oversight for the Commission on Equity and Public Safety. The Commission on Equity and Public Safety meetings are open to the public. They meet every third Monday of the month. Updates and information about the Commission are located here.
The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past, redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial, and industrious spirit which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World, with 225 active biotech companies and growing. A vibrant community of 67,585 residents, South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play.
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CASSVILLE, Mo. (KOLR) – An old-school discipline method is making its way back into some Missouri schools.
The Cassville School District in Southern Missouri is bringing back corporal punishment under a new policy that allows students to be punished with a paddle. Administrators say it would be the last resort if other means of discipline do not work.
The superintendent said the change is the result of a survey sent out last year. Parents who responded said discipline was one of their biggest concerns.
“The complaints that we have heard from some of our parents is that they don’t want their students suspended. They want another option,” said Superintendent Meryl Johnson. “And so, this was just another option that we could use before we get to that point of suspension.”
“I do not think it is appropriate,” said Miranda Waltrip, who has three kids in Cassville schools. She said she’d like to see the district try different ways of getting through to students.
“I feel like if they had a different outlet like counseling services in school instead of corporal punishment, that would be the more appropriate answer,” Waltrip said. “At the end of the day, they are having to hold the child down and spank them or use whatever means that they can to make the child submissive when that is not the issue, it is the fact that they need to be heard because children act out for varied reasons.”
Students will only receive the new discipline if parents opt their children in, Johnson said.
“Corporal punishment will be used only when other means of discipline have failed and then only in reasonable form, when the principal approves it,” Johnson said.
Dr. Johnson said he does not anticipate using this punishment often, but if the principal punishes a child this way it will be done by administrators only and only in the presence of another certified employee.
Parents can also opt-in or opt-out at any point in the school year. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/missouri-school-district-brings-back-punishment-by-paddle/ | 2022-08-24T20:29:00Z |
Schoenfeld to shape The Mark Foundation's allocation of a new $500 million commitment to cancer research funding
NEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research announced that Ryan Schoenfeld, PhD, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. An experienced scientific leader, Ryan will oversee the Foundation's scientific programs, investments, and operations, and will be responsible for shaping how The Mark Foundation allocates the $500 million in additional funding recently committed by its founder.
"In four years at The Mark Foundation, Ryan has played a pivotal role in leading the scientific team in identifying and supporting promising high-risk, high-reward grants and investments," said Raymond N. DuBois, MD, PhD, Executive Chairman of the Board. "He has helped establish The Mark Foundation as a leader in accelerating innovative cancer research across diverse areas of science including molecular biology, chemistry, immunology, genetics, and data science."
Schoenfeld joined The Mark Foundation in 2018 and was named Chief Scientific Officer in February 2021. In August 2021 he also assumed the role of Interim CEO.
During his tenure, Schoenfeld has been instrumental in increasing the research portfolio from five grants in January 2018 to over 200 grants in May 2022, representing more than $160 million in funding. Together with his Mark Foundation colleagues, Schoenfeld also helped create and launch the ASPIRE, Drug Discovery, Endeavor, and Emerging Leader award programs; and establish Mark Foundation Centers at Johns Hopkins University, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Cambridge.
"As the Foundation marks its fifth year of funding groundbreaking cancer research and prepares to substantially increase its cancer research grant and investment portfolios, Ryan's expertise and vision will be critical," added DuBois.
"It's an honor to take on the CEO role at The Mark Foundation at this significant time in its growth," said Schoenfeld. "I am confident that we will continue to make an impact by investing in teams, companies, and individuals around the globe who embrace risk and innovation in their scientific and entrepreneurial pursuits, ultimately helping us to achieve our mission of accelerating research that will transform the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer."
Prior to joining The Mark Foundation, Schoenfeld was Senior Director of Data Sciences at Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, where he built and led a large global team of data scientists who delivered high impact machine learning and AI-based solutions for a wide range of problems across all therapeutic areas. Earlier in his career, Schoenfeld led medicinal chemistry and chemical biology teams at Roche Pharmaceuticals where he played a major role in the discovery and advancement of multiple novel small molecule therapeutics to human clinical trials.
Schoenfeld received a PhD in Chemistry from Cornell University studying organic synthesis with Professor Bruce Ganem, and a BS in Chemistry from California Polytechnic State University. He is the author of numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications and is an inventor on over 25 patents.
About The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research
The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research actively partners with scientists, research institutions, and philanthropic organizations around the world to accelerate research that will transform the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Since 2017, The Mark Foundation has awarded more than $160 million in grants to enable innovative basic, translational, and clinical cancer research, including drug discovery. In 2022, The Mark Foundation received an additional $500 million commitment to fund cutting-edge cancer research in its first decade. The Mark Foundation also has a robust and growing portfolio of investments in oncology companies developing novel therapeutics and diagnostics. Through its research and venture arms, The Mark Foundation supports projects throughout their life cycle to ensure their highest chance of success in impacting the lives of patients with breakthroughs in cancer care.
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BANGKOK (AP) — An order by Myanmar’s central bank that all foreign currency in bank accounts must be converted into the local currency has many in the military-ruled country worried over potential losses.
Businesses and individuals were told in a notice issued Sunday that as of Monday they must convert dollars and other foreign currency into kyats within one day or face legal consequences.
Foreign currency can only be sent overseas with government approval, it said. It said further details of the rules would follow.
Myanmar’s military leaders are facing a raft of sanctions after they seized power on Feb. 1, 2021, ousting the country’s elected government. The order to hand over foreign exchange suggests the authorities may be running short of hard currency needed to pay debts and purchase key supplies such as oil, gas and weapons.
Hard currency is also needed to repay foreign debt, which for Myanmar stands at about $10-$11 billion.
The central bank order instructed holders of foreign currency accounts in Myanmar to open new accounts to convert funds into kyats (pronounced CHUHTs). People earning foreign currency are supposed to also convert their money into kyats, which are not a convertible currency and are not supposed to be taken out of the country.
An official from Kanbawza Bank said Tuesday that some traders and sailors had come in to inquire about opening the required new business accounts but most said they would “think about it.”
The bank staffer, who spoke on condition they not be named because they were not authorized to speak to media, said account holders were worried they would lose money since the exchange rate set by the central bank, 1,850 kyats per dollar, is below the prevailing black market rate of 2,030 kyats per dollar.
One unauthorized money changer consulted Tuesday said they were not doing any exchanges.
Of seven people with foreign currency accounts asked about the order, most said they had not opened new accounts and were unsure about the consequences.
A businessman at a trading company said major businesses already have such accounts and banks have been converting their export earnings into kyats.
One businessperson said in a Facebook post that the bank had sent him a box of cakes as a gift after converting his foreign exchange holdings into kyats, joking that it was worth “millions of millions” and that the name of the cakes was “exporters’ tears.”
After the military took power last year, Western governments imposed targeted sanctions on the military, military affiliated companies, officials and their families. Their foreign assets were frozen, at a time when the country had lost a large share of earnings from tourism due to the pandemic.
Myanmar’s foreign reserves stood at nearly $7.8 billion as of December 2020, according to the World Bank.
The military leadership has also sought to relieve pressure on its foreign exchange reserves by encouraging the use of Thai baht, Indian rupees and Chinese renminbi, or yuan, for trade in border areas. Last year, authorities moved to stem a plunge in the kyat’s value against the dollar.
The administration recently said it plans to reopen the borders to foreign tourism in mid-April. That might alleviate pressures on the country’s finances somewhat, though its unclear how much tourism can be expected at a time when experts say widespread resistance to the coup has left the country on the brink of civil war. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/myanmar-orders-foreign-money-held-by-banks-changed-to-kyats/ | 2022-04-07T06:20:13Z |
SHANGHAI, Aug. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Epigenic Therapeutics Co., Ltd., a frontier biotechnology company dedicated to developing next generation gene editing therapy utilizing regulation of epigenetic genome for wide variety of diseases, today announced it has secured $20 million in Series Angel and Pre-A funding. Series Pre-A funding is jointly invested by Morningside Venture Capital, Kingray Capital, Trinity Innovation Fund and TigerYeah Capital. Angel investor FountainBridge Capital is also participating.
Proceeds of financing will be used to validate advances of the Company's proprietary epigenetic editing in non-human primates, expand expertise and capabilities, and sponsor early-stage clinical investigations.
Epigenetic modification is a natural and heritable gene regulation mechanism in the human body without altering the underlying DNA sequence. Leveraging company's proprietary and patented technology platform, scientists are able to harness endogenous epigenetic gene regulation pathway to precisely and efficiently deliver medicine to target cells and tissues, and achieve potent and durable therapeutic impact. Epigenic Therapeutics has gathered highly talented scientists and industry veterans to direct discovery and development.
"Epigenetic editing is an emerging and highly differentiated gene editing technology." Said Bob Zhang, co-founder and CEO of Epigenic Therapeutics, "along with our scientific co-founders and advisers, we are able to expand our understanding of precise regulation of epigenetic genome, and unlock its potential as medicine for many diseases. With the funding, we will continue expanding our team and capabilities, validate the technology platform in animal model, and accelerate our leading product from discovery to clinical development."
"Epigenic Therapeutics is uniquely positioned in various gene editing therapy developers. We are thrilled to invest in Epigenic Therapeutics and we believe this company has solid foundation to further explore and develop precise genome medicine to benefit many patients." Commented by Michael Xue, Managing Director of Morningside Venture Capital.
About Epigenic Therapeutics' Technology Platform
Epigenic Therapeutics' proprietary technology platform employs its own artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to explore and obtain an optimized CRISPR-Cas component to regulate target gene(s) or govern the expression of one or multiple gene(s) at once without changing the sequence of the DNA. Among peer technologies, our platform is capable to overcome the potential risk rising from DNA cleavage including but not limited to off-target effect, short half-life and challenging patient compliance issues. Combing a patented lipid nanoparticle (LNP) medicine delivery system, Epigenic Therapeutics' platform has been proven to precisely and efficiently deliver medicine to target cells and tissues ex vivo and in vivo in ocular, neurodegeneration, metabolic, and rare disease models.
About Epigenic Therapeutics
Epigenic Therapeutics is a frontier biotechnology company dedicated to developing next generation gene editing therapy utilizing regulation of epigenetic genome for a variety of diseases. Founded in 2021 by leading scientists focused on discovering gene editing technologies and developing gene editing therapies, the company has multiple product candidates in the pipeline, including treatment for ocular, neurodegeneration, metabolic, and rare diseases. For more information, visit www.epigenictx.com
About Morningside Venture Capital
Morningside Ventures was founded in 1986 by the Chan Family of Hong Kong. Since its establishment, Morningside has been focusing on trends of the forefront life science and healthcare industries over the world, spreading its business scope and investment footprint over North America, Europe and Greater China. Morningside comprises a group of investment professionals who are entrepreneurial, have deep industry knowledge and profound experience in venture capital management. For more information, please visit http://www.morningside.com
About Kingray Capital
Kingray Capital was founded in 2018, focusing on investment opportunities in the fields of information security, new energy, industrial intelligence, medical and health care and enterprise services. Kingray Capital is committed to helping high-tech enterprises grow rapidly and creating long-term and stable investment returns for investors.
About Trinity Innovation Fund
Trinity Innovation Fund ("TIF") is dedicated to investing on biomedical innovations. Our limited partners (LPs) include renowned biopharmaceutical companies and investment institutions. Embedded in our name, TRINITY represents the basic philosophy as "Triad of scientists, managers and investors, let professionals do their own jobs". As investor, TIF helps scientists to transform research outcomes, managers to develop corporates. Together, we turn Innovation into Cure. Leveraging on our profound industry knowledge and resources, we are committed to accelerating growth of our portfolio companies via strategy optimization, recruitment of key positions, partnering and more.
About TigerYeah Capital
TigerYeah Capital, an independent venture capital institution under Tigermed, was founded in 2014.TigerYeah Capital focuses on equity investment in the early and growing medical and health field. The management team has deep industrial background, extensive industrial resources and rich investment experience. Since its inception, TigerYeah Capital whose investment portfolio covers medical devices, biomedicine, CRO and health food has completed nearly 100 projects with the investment of 1.5 billion yuan. Through empowering the invested enterprises, TigerYeah Capital values the development of China and the global medical and health industry and makes contribution to public health.
About FountainBridge Capital
Fountainbridge Capital is an avant-garde and emerging venture capital focusing on early-stage innovations. Starting even from ideas or concepts, Fountainbridge works closely with entrepreneurs and researchers to set up new companies and translate innovation into market products. Under the guidance of deep research, Fountainbridge has made outstanding investments in cutting-edge technology including semiconductor, cloud computing, bio-tech and green energy, and consumer innovation like new retailing, overseas brand and novel consumer-electronics. Being the first investor of most portfolios, Fountainbridge is the founder and also the co-founder of start-ups. With a robust ecosystem built, Fountainbridge helps in growth strategy, top industrial experts' recruitment, patent application, legal counseling, and continuous fundraising. Many of Fountainbridge portfolios has become market leaders.
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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A game changer: combined fresh renewable energy storage and fresh water production
TEXEL and Nereid Water team up to solve two of the world's most important issues of future survival - cost effective stored renewable energy and water desalination - two key issues for the supply of energy and fresh water for drinking & agricultural irrigation. This joint offering will be hugely attractive to markets ranging from resorts and farms to the State of California. The two companies see a massive opportunity both in terms of business and environmental benefits.
Clean fresh water and the storing of intermittent renewable energy are two of the most important and pressing issues of our time. TEXEL and Nereid come together to bring out a unique solution that helps solving both these issues.
TEXEL system is a thermal storage technology, storing energy from solar PV and delivering stored electricity and heat when there is no sun. The Nereid Crystal Gen technology is a desalination and crystallization system which produce fresh water using thermal solar energy, without rejecting brine into the environment. The Nereid plant is powered by the heat supplied by TEXEL, increasing the overall efficiencies of both systems. The technologies make a circular system that allows produce energy, food and fresh water 24/7 365 days year.
The aim of the cooperation is to benefit the environment and jointly exploit from the huge market potential that energy storage and desalination of water has. TEXEL and Nereid sign a first MoU and work on several business cases and to implement their first joint Pilot plants.
"To secure and supply a region like California with a combination of both cost effective energy storage, for distribution of solar and wind, and at the same time fresh water, is not only fantastic news but as well on top of the agenda in the California and other regions effected by extreme weather and draughts," - says Lars Jacobsson, founder and CEO of TEXEL Energy Storage.
"The Nereid and TEXEL technologies combined, makes perpetual sustainability become reality - renewable energy and clean fresh water. We see endless applications for civil protection, commercial, municipalities and in the private sectors," - says Francois Frigola, Chairman of Nereid Water.
TEXEL and Nereid Water are looking forward to a fruitful cooperation and a successful progression of bringing its joint technologies to the market. The two companies are now planning for a demonstration installation in California, US.
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Qualys Vulnerability Management, Detection and Response (VMDR) recognized by the industry for driving exceptional results in reducing risk for customers
FOSTER CITY, Calif., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualys, Inc. (NASDAQ: QLYS), a pioneer and leading provider of disruptive cloud-based IT, security and compliance solutions, today announced that Qualys Vulnerability Management, Detection and Response (VMDR) has been recognized as the winner of the Best Vulnerability Management Solution category at the SC Awards 2022.
For 25 years, the SC Awards have recognized the best solutions that are innovatively advancing the practice of information security. The best vulnerability management solution category recognizes products that stand out in a crowded market, and drive unprecedented results in monitoring and identifying vulnerabilities based on risk before cybercriminals can exploit them and compromise systems.
Qualys VMDR seamlessly brings together discovery, assessment, detection and response to help organizations efficiently respond to threats. With its most recent update – VMDR 2.0 with TruRisk ™ – Qualys has helped redefine how organizations measure cyber risk and take actions to reduce risk quickly by allowing them to kickoff remediation workflows, prioritize remediation for critical issues and streamline responses and integrations with ITSM solutions. VMDR leverages the power of the Qualys Cloud Platform, which conducts 6+ billion IP scans/audits a year, with 84 million Cloud Agents across servers, endpoints, clouds and containers, resulting in 10+ trillion data points indexed on Elasticsearch Clusters – giving customers 2-second visibility.
"Having VMDR 2.0 with TruRisk helps us identify the most critical risks for our specific business, in our unique environment," said Brian Penn, Security Posture Manager at Aflac Inc. "The automation Qualys VMDR enables makes our teams more efficient, as they are focusing a lot less on managing spreadsheets and spending more time and effort on higher-value work like penetration testing, identifying blind spots and taking steps to reduce risk."
"We are honored to receive such prestigious recognition from the industry in the 25th year of the renowned SC Awards 2022. This recognition is a testament to the many hours of dedication and hard work from our talented team at Qualys," said Mehul Revankar, vice president of VMDR at Qualys. "As pioneers of the vulnerability management space, we take pride in the significant outcomes we drive for our customers in their journey to prioritize remediation on the critical issues that reduce their overall risk."
VMDR Leads GigaOm Radar for Vulnerability Management
Additionally, Qualys VMDR was named leader of the pack in the vulnerability management space in the recent GigaOm Continuous Vulnerability Management Radar Report. The report noted that the introduction of VMDR 2.0 boasts enhanced risk management capabilities and provides the broadest deployment and architecture options of all the solutions surveyed.
"The VMDR platform provides the broadest deployment and architecture options of all the solutions surveyed," said Chris Ray, analyst at GigaOm. "Qualys is a comprehensive CVM solution with broad deployment and architecture options. Its TruRisk scoring simplifies the understanding of vulnerabilities, and the solution offers powerful patching capabilities."
Additional Resources
- Learn about VMDR 2.0 with TruRisk ™
- Read about the SC Award 2022-win blog
- Details on the Qualys Cloud Platform
- Follow Qualys on LinkedIn and Twitter
About Qualys
Qualys, Inc. (NASDAQ: QLYS) is a pioneer and leading provider of disruptive cloud-based security, compliance and IT solutions with more than 10,000 subscription customers worldwide, including a majority of the Forbes Global 100 and Fortune 100. Qualys helps organizations streamline and automate their security and compliance solutions onto a single platform for greater agility, better business outcomes, and substantial cost savings.
The Qualys Cloud Platform leverages a single agent to continuously deliver critical security intelligence while enabling enterprises to automate the full spectrum of vulnerability detection, compliance, and protection for IT systems, workloads and web applications across on premises, endpoints, servers, public and private clouds, containers, and mobile devices. Founded in 1999 as one of the first SaaS security companies, Qualys has strategic partnerships and seamlessly integrates its vulnerability management capabilities into security offerings from cloud service providers, including Amazon Web Services, the Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure, along with a number of leading managed service providers and global consulting organizations. For more information, please visit http://www.qualys.com.
Qualys, Qualys VMDR® and the Qualys logo are proprietary trademarks of Qualys, Inc. All other products or names may be trademarks of their respective companies.
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Rev. William Passmore, “Bro. Will”, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at a local hospital. A funeral service will be held at 10:00am Friday, July 22, 2022 at Memorial Baptist Church with Dr. Tom Henderson and Rev. Robert Copeland officiating. Burial will follow at Rogers Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 5-7:00pm Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Memorial Baptist Church.
William Jacob Passmore was born on September 24, 1959 at St. Joseph Hospital in Houston, Texas. Will was in the ministry for forty years. He began as a youth minister at Airway Baptist Church in Houston, Texas in 1982. He felt God’s calling in his life and surrendered his life to ministry in 1985 and was licensed to preach the Gospel. He served as the associate pastor at Airway Baptist Church, was ordained in 1987 and called as their pastor. The same year, he married the love of his life, Paula, and she was his helpmate in ministry for thirty-five years. Will graduated from Houston Baptist University in 1991 with Bachelor Degrees in Theology and Business Administration. Bro. Will was called to First Baptist Church Rogers in 2001 and served there until 2012. God then led him to First Baptist Church Little River in 2013. He followed God’s guidance and led the congregation to restart as Little River Country Church. He served faithfully there for nine years until his last days. Bro. Will had a true pastor’s heart, and his love for the Lord and for people shined through his ministry.
Survivors include his wife, Paula Passmore; his children, Justin Passmore of Rogers, TX, Jordan Lang of Dallas, TX, Morgan Lang of Temple, TX and Kaylah Taylor of Little River-Academy, TX; fathers, Mike Passmore of Rogers, TX and Willard Manuel and wife Mary-Helen of Livingston, TX; brother, David Passmore and partner, Jackie “Michael” Blackwell of Rogers, TX; uncle, Sonny Sartwell and wife Judi of Springfield, Ark.; mother-in-law, Sharon Lester of Little River-Academy; father-in-law, Richard Lester and wife Amelia of Rancho Viejo, TX; sister-in-law, Amy Gale and husband Charlie of Rosharon, TX; along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Bro. Will was preceded in death by his daughter, Meagan Passmore; mother, Kenneta Passmore; and grandparents, Kenneth and Mary Sartwell and Lurene Passmore.
Memorials may be given in Bro. Will’s name to Little River Country Church, P.O. Box 398, Little River, TX 76554.
Scanio-Harper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_f62122ac-07a0-11ed-95f8-bb374544f3f8.html | 2022-07-20T09:59:54Z |
Customers affected by Capital One data breach have limited days to file a claim
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - If you have been affected by the Capital One data breach that happened on July 19, 2019, you only have about 3 weeks to file a claim to be reimbursed.
Back in 2019, hackers were able to access personal credit card information from Capital One’s customers. The Federal Bureau of Investigation captured the hackers, but 140,000 social security numbers were accessed by the hackers, as well as 80,000 bank account numbers.
In December 2021, Capital One was sued for breach, but decided to settle the lawsuit for $190 million.
Now anyone who was affected by the breach can file a claim to be reimbursed up to $25,000, up to 15 hours at a rate of at least $25 an hour, and out-of-pocket costs related to the breach, as long as the customer files before the deadline of Sept. 30.
Any losses that can be filed on the claim include:
- Fraud charges
- Money spent to prevent identity theft
- Fees to address identity theft
- Falsified tax returns
To file a claim, click HERE to access the settlement’s claim website. When filing a claim online, the customer will need a Unique ID and PIN that Capital One sent to each customer affected by the date breach.
If you have not received an email, just call the settlement administrator at 1-855-604-1811 for help. You will need to answer questions, explain how you were affected, and what you lost in the breach.
- The documentation needed to file the claim is:
- Any voided checks
- Receipts detailing the expenses and losses following the breach
- Detailed descriptions of how you were affected
- Documents of hourly wages
If you would like to file by mail, you can download the Claim Form on the claim’s website and type or legibly print all the required information. Mail the form to:
Capital One Data Breach
Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 4518
Portland, OR 97208-4518
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An anti-abortion protester from Las Vegas was arrested Tuesday after he climbed nearly 800 feet to the top of Oklahoma City’s Devon Tower.
Maison Des Champs, also known as ‘Pro-life Spiderman’ began his climb at around 8 a.m.
A 911 call was made to Oklahoma City Police just after 8:40 a.m. where they were told there was a “subject climbing up the side of the building.” According to Capt. Valerie Littlejohn of the Oklahoma City Police Department, officers arrived on the scene minutes later to begin setting up safety measures.
“It’s really hard to do, given the height of the building, obviously with the ladders and other things that maybe the fire department can’t put into play because of the height of the building. So just having the street shut down, trying to have people in place to take him and make sure he’s okay and get him off safely from the building when he reaches a point where we can do that,” added Littlejohn.
Devon Tower is Oklahoma’s tallest building – it has 50 floors and the height of the roof is 844 ft.
By the time firefighters arrived, Des Champs had already reached the tenth story, just beyond the reach of the department’s ladders.
“We set up a unified command system with the police department, working closely with them. We did put guys on the roof, we had guys on the floor trying to communicate with him as he was climbing, trying to tell him the safest route and the safest possible way to go,” said Oklahoma City Fire Department Capt. Scott Douglas.
After an hour and a half of anticipation and guidance from the fire department, Des Champs was safely assisted from the railing of the northwest side of the tower by firefighters.
As Des Champs was pulled from the ledge, he was met with handcuffs by Oklahoma City officers.
Des Champs was arrested just before 10 a.m. on charges of disorderly conduct and trespassing. He was taken to the Oklahoma County Detention Center where he waited nearly eight hours for his processing to be finalized.
According to Capt. Littlejohn, the disorderly conduct charge was later dropped, meaning Des Champs was only charged with trespassing. His bond was set at $500.
Once released, Des Champs spoke with Nexstar’s KFOR about why he scaled Devon Tower.
“I climbed it to raise money for a charity called Let Them Live. We’ve adopted a mom named Riley. And so, what Let Them Live is going to do is they’re going to try to pay for housing or health care and then help her get a job so that she doesn’t have to get an abortion,” said Des Champs.
Des Champs has pulled this stunt before as he has climbed tall buildings before in San Francisco, New York, Detroit, and Las Vegas.
When asked if he felt as if his climb was a “waste of city resources,” he said, “It’s a growing movement. But, you know, I could help them come up with a plan that would be better, I guess, save resources.”
Des Champs may be seen climbing again, but for now, he said his lawyer recommends he not disclose information about when or where. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/anti-abortion-protester-arrested-after-scaling-oklahoma-city-building/ | 2022-06-15T04:00:57Z |
Wind Advisory issued April 29 at 3:07AM MDT until April 29 at 3:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 MPH with gusts up to 45 MPH
expected.
* WHERE…The Lower Snake Plain and adjacent mountains,
including but not limited to Blackfoot, Fort Hall, Aberdeen,
American Falls, Chubbuck, Pocatello, Inkom, McCammon, Downey,
and Lava Hot Springs. This includes portions of Interstate 86
and Interstate 15.
* WHEN…Until 3 PM this afternoon. The strongest winds are
forecast before noon today, slowly decreasing thereafter.
However, even lower wind speeds will continue to produce rough
waves on American Falls Reservoir early this afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown
around. Localized blowing dust is possible and may result in
pockets of poor visibility. Strong winds and rough waves on
American Falls Reservoir will create hazardous conditions for
small craft.
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure loose outdoor objects or bring them
inside.
Boaters on American Falls Reservoir should use extra caution
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NEW YORK, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Abbott Laboratories ("Abbott" or the "Company") (NYSE: ABT). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Abbott and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On May 25, 2022, Dr. Robert Califf, the head of the Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), testified to the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee of the U.S. House of Representatives in connection with the ongoing baby-formula shortage affecting the U.S. As reported by The New York Times in an article entitled "F.D.A. Chief Details 'Shocking' Conditions at Baby Formula Plant", Dr. Califf "detailed 'egregiously unsanitary' conditions" at the Abbott plant in Michigan that was shut down in February, precipitating the shortage crisis. Dr. Califf testified that "'the inspection results were shocking'" and that "'[w]e had no confidence in integrity of the quality program at the facility[.]'"
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com
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Care delivery platform leader will exhibit at the ATA's annual conference, May 1-3 in Boston -- Booth #3201
PHOENIX, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In keeping with its commitment to simplify healthcare delivery to everyone, everywhere, eVisit announced it has become a top level member of the American Telemedicine Association (ATA) and will be exhibiting in booth #3201 at ATA2022, the telehealth event of record, May 1-3, 2022, in Boston.
ATA's 26th Annual Conference & Expo is the world's largest telehealth innovation event. It's where providers, technology developers, business professionals, and leaders from across the healthcare sector convene to have an in-depth, thoughtful, critical discussion about the future of health. This year's conference theme: "What Now? Creating an Opportunity in a Time of Uncertainty."
For years, eVisit has been on a mission to increase telehealth adoption. Virtual Care services have made significant strides during the pandemic and have subsequently been embraced by some of eVisit's newest customers, including Banner Health, Concentra, Texas Health Resources and Easter Seals. As the sole industry leader in the Forrester Wave™: Virtual Care Platforms in Digital Health, Q1 2021, eVisit received the highest possible scores in 13 criteria (see details in the press release here). According to Forrester's evaluation, "eVisit nails the platform side with its robust clinical interoperability, differentiated UI, and strong support for billing and reimbursement processes."
At the conference, booth visitors will be able to experience eAnalyze, a powerful reporting dashboard that provides eVisit customers with valuable data insights, including usage, wait times, and key financial and operational metrics. It allows users to understand the performance of the eVisit platform and displays metrics in different user-friendly formats, such as graphs, tables, and standalone statistics. The dashboard allows management to track visit data, prompting proactive changes that can improve operational efficiency and help assess how virtual care fits into their overall care delivery strategy.
"We are witnessing unprecedented industry adoption and growth, especially with changing care models in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic," said Bret Larsen, CEO and co-founder of eVisit. "Progressive healthcare providers view telehealth beyond the scope of virtual visits and leverage the technology as part of a hybrid care delivery model that is the future of care delivery: virtual when possible and in-person where it makes sense. As a Level 5 member and conference exhibitor, we look forward to working with the ATA to educate the entire healthcare industry on the full potential of telehealth."
"The COVID-19 pandemic has been an incredible proving ground for telehealth," said Ann Mond Johnson, CEO of the ATA. "Healthcare organizations that were previously reluctant to adopt telehealth have discovered how safe and effective it is to deliver quality care to their patients, especially those in rural and underserved communities. eVisit and the ATA are very closely aligned on the value of telehealth and its potential to deliver needed care to individuals whenever and wherever they need it, while increasing efficiencies and reducing costs. We welcome eVisit as a new, premier member."
To learn more about eAnalyze, read our March 2 news release, stop by booth #3201 at ATA2022, or request a demonstration.
About eVisit
eVisit is the only end-to-end, fully integrated, enterprise care delivery platform built for health systems and hospitals. It delivers innovative consumer experiences in care navigation, care delivery, and care engagement, improving margins at scale without sacrificing quality. eVisit works seamlessly across enterprise service lines and departments to improve outcomes, reduce costs, and boost revenue. Based in Phoenix, Ariz., eVisit helps healthcare organizations, including the largest systems in the U.S., innovate and succeed in today's changing healthcare market. eVisit was recognized as the sole industry Leader in the Forrester Wave™: Virtual Care Platforms in Digital Health, Q1 2021, and is a Representative Vendor in the Gartner® 2020 Market Guide for Virtual Care. Get your complimentary copy of the Forrester Report here and the Gartner Report here. For more information, visit evisit.com.
About the ATA
As the only organization completely focused on advancing telehealth, the ATA is committed to ensuring that everyone has access to safe, affordable, and appropriate care when and where they need it, enabling the system to do more good for more people. ATA represents a broad and inclusive member network of health care delivery systems, technology solution providers and payers, as well as partner organizations and alliances, working to advance industry adoption of telehealth, promote responsible policy, advocate for government and market normalization, and provide education and resources to help integrate virtual care into emerging value-based delivery models. Visit the ATA COVID-19 Resource Center. @americantelemed #gotelehealth
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NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Farmers Bankshares, Inc. ("Farmers" or the "Company") (OTCPK: FBVA), in connection with the proposed merger of the Company with TowneBank ("TowneBank") (NASDAQ: TOWN). Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive 0.6050 shares of TowneBank common stock for each Farmers share owned, representing implied per-share merger consideration of approximately $18.75 based upon TowneBank's August 17, 2022 closing price of $30.99.
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Weiss Law is investigating whether (i) Farmers' board of directors acted in the best interests of Company shareholders in agreeing to the proposed transaction, (ii) the per-share merger consideration adequately compensates Farmers' shareholders, and (iii) all information regarding the sales process and valuation of the transaction will be fully and fairly disclosed.
Weiss Law has litigated hundreds of stockholder class and derivative actions for violations of corporate and fiduciary duties. We have recovered over a billion dollars for defrauded clients and obtained important corporate governance relief in many of these cases. If you have information or would like legal advice concerning possible corporate wrongdoing (including insider trading, waste of corporate assets, accounting fraud, or materially misleading information), consumer fraud (including false advertising, defective products, or other deceptive business practices), or anti-trust violations, please email us at stockinfo@weisslawllp.com
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BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union expressed concern Thursday that a new U.S. tax credit plan aimed at encouraging Americans to buy electric vehicles would discriminate against European producers and break World Trade Organization rules.
Under the Inflation Reduction Act nearing final approval in the U.S. Congress, a tax credit of up to $7,500 could be granted to lower the cost of an electric vehicle. To qualify, the bill requires that electric vehicles should contain a battery built in North America with minerals mined or recycled on the continent.
“The European Union is deeply concerned by this new, potential, trans-Atlantic trade barrier,” European Commission spokeswoman Miriam Garcia Ferrer said. “We think that it’s discriminatory, that it’s discriminating against foreign producers in relation to U.S. producers.”
“Of course this would mean that it would be incompatible with the WTO,” she said. The commission is the EU’s executive branch, and part of its responsibilities is to conduct trade with the outside world on behalf of the bloc’s 27 nations.
The commission agrees that tax credits are “an important incentive to drive the demand for electric vehicles” and ultimately to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “But we need to ensure that the measures introduced are fair,” the spokeswoman said.
The idea behind the U.S. requirement is to encourage domestic manufacturing and mining, build a robust battery supply chain in North America and lessen the industry’s dependence on overseas supply chains that could be subject to disruptions.
Production of lithium and other minerals that are used to produce EV batteries is now dominated by China. The world’s leading producer of cobalt, another component of the EV batteries, is the Democratic Republic of Congo.
But the commission is deeply concerned about the domestic U.S. content and assembly requirements in the tax credit plan and claims this only favors certain mineral-rich countries, to the detriment of EU products exported to America.
EU subsidy schemes, the commission said, are available for domestic and foreign producers alike.
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Private astronaut just back from space station describes interactions with Russian cosmonauts
By Kristin Fisher
It didn’t take long for the crew of the first all-private mission to the International Space Station to experience the unique dependency that US astronauts and Russian cosmonauts share in orbit.
“We had one day when the toilet was down for a couple hours,” Larry Connor, the pilot of Axiom Space’s AX-1 mission, told CNN. “The Russians were very cordial, very accommodating. We operate as one team up there and they said, ‘Hey, come on over and use ours.”
In addition to sharing a toilet, the AX-1 crew also shared two family-style dinners with everyone who was on board the space station during their 15-day stay — three Russian cosmonauts, three NASA astronauts, and a German astronaut with the European Space Agency.
Connor describes the cosmonauts as “gracious hosts,” inviting the AX-1 crew to the Russian segment of the space station for the “equivalent of juice boxes and a little bit of dessert.” But Connor says at no point did the war in Ukraine ever come up.
“My personal view is I totally support Ukraine, the Ukrainian people, and their right to exist as a sovereign nation. Period,” Connor said. “But as a private astronaut, part of an international community where it’s vital for all of our safety and well-being on the International Space Station, we have to, in my view, respect that, honor that and from a practical safety standpoint, put those differences aside, severe as they may be, and be one cohesive unit.”
‘We were not on a tourist trip’
Connor spent more than 100 hours training for the AX-1 research mission, which included complex medical experiments in microgravity on behalf of the Mayo and Cleveland Clinic.
“Basically, it was my full-time job for eight months leading up to the mission,” Connor said. “We were not on a tourist trip. We were on a serious mission with, hopefully, important research and educational outcomes.”
But despite the exhaustive training at NASA’s Johnson Space Center and SpaceX’s headquarters in Hawthorne, California, Connor says conducting scientific experiments while floating around weightless was a “humbling experience.”
“If it were not for the NASA’s Crew-3 astronauts, and their phenomenal help, we would never – underscore the word never – have been able to accomplish all of our objectives,” Connor said. “We underestimated the time on some of the projects. We had one project early on that we thought was two-and-a-half hours, take five hours.”
Racing to complete more than two dozen experiments, Connor says the AX-1 crew had a “very aggressive schedule.”
“When we crossed the hatch, we went into a real sprint — 14 hour days, basically from 7AM until 8 or 9 at night for the first five or six days, and then it backed off a little bit to 12 hour days,” Connor said. “It was rigorous and challenging.”
‘An extraordinary mission’
The AX-1 mission was organized by the Houston-based startup Axiom Space, which is working to build the world’s first commercial space station. But Elon Musk’s SpaceX supplied the crew’s transportation to and from the International Space Station.
Connor, an Ohio-based real estate magnate who paid an undisclosed sum to secure a spot on the AX-1 crew, launched from the Kennedy Space Center on top of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket along with Michael López-Alegría, a former NASA astronaut-turned-Axiom employee who commanded the mission; and two other paying customers: Israeli businessman Eytan Stibbe; Canadian investor Mark Pathy.
“The launch was great, but the re-entry was even better. You’re coming down hill and you’re free falling and you can tell how fast you’re going, but it’s very controlled,” Connor said. “There’s some G-loading. You get a sense of rotation. It’s really exhilarating.”
Connor says he’s “still reacclimating to Earth” after his SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule splashed down in the Atlantic Ocean on Monday.
“This feels like the day after a big championship football game, in terms of the aches and pains,” says Connor.
When Connor asked his commander, a veteran of five space flights, about the body aches, Connor says Michael López-Alegría replied, “It’s gravity, buddy. Get used to it.”
“I’m happy to be back on Earth,” Connor said. “But it was an extraordinary mission.”
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Twenty Foot Plus is an innovative live surf series that will chronicle the greatest feats of the 2022 and 2023 big-wave season, as recognized by the surfers themselves
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Surfline\Wavetrak Inc., Red Bull, and newly formed big wave surfer association, Heavy Water Surf LLC, have joined forces to create Twenty Foot Plus, a year-long surf series that will chronicle the world's best big-wave surfers riding the heaviest waves on Earth.
The series, which will live on Surfline.com, will follow Justine Dupont, Kai Lenny, Maya Gabeira, Albee Layer and many more as they tackle huge waves at some of the heaviest and most remote locations across the planet. On the absolute best days, Surfline will present the action live. With multiple cameras on the water and in the air, viewers can, in real-time, watch the greatest, potentially historic, wave riding feats of the year.
"Big-wave surfing has always played a special role in surf culture, and Twenty Foot Plus will help give it the attention and respect it deserves," said Kyle Laughlin, CEO of Surfline\Wavetrak. "This series is without precedent and designed to recognize and champion the big-wave community in an all-new, engaging format."
Following Surfline's live broadcast, Red Bull Surfing will take viewers behind the scenes with an in-depth recap of the hardest hitting moments and the heaviest rides of each swell. All of that and more will be available to dive into across Red Bull TV.
As the official forecast partner and media platform for Twenty Foot Plus, Surfline will identify and chart the biggest swells of the year and advise Heavy Water Surf on pending swell events.
"Our members formed Heavy Water Surf to raise the prominence and visibility of big-wave surfing, and this partnership is a critical milestone in the evolution of the sport," said Jamie Mitchell. "Surfline forecasts have been at the center of big-wave surfing for decades, helping it become what it is today. Pairing the world's best heavy-water surfers with Surfline and Red Bull to tell our stories to a global audience will be transformative for the big-wave community."
To stay up to date on the first airing of Twenty Foot Plus, visit: https://www.surfline.com/twentyfootplus
Surfline\Wavetrak, Inc. provides live and forecasted ocean wave, wind, and weather information, editorial content, and other services to consumers, businesses, and government agencies worldwide. Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California with outposts around the world, Surfline\Wavetrak Inc. empowers its customers to pursue peak surfing, marine, and fishing experiences through premium subscription services on both web and mobile platforms. In addition to paid subscriptions, the Company also offers a wide range of marketing and advertising services designed to reach and connect with users of Surfline, Magicseaweed, Buoyweather, and FishTrack.
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Open to All Families Interested in a College Prep Education
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Meadows School will host its annual All-School Preview Day on October 12, 2022, at 4 p.m. on the school's 40-acre campus in Summerlin. This event is for families with preschool through high school aged children interested in enrolling for the 2023-24 school year.
The Meadows All-School Preview Day is held once a year. It is an open-house style event with select scheduled activities. Throughout the two-hour event, prospective families can expect to learn about The Meadows School's history, it's top-tier academic programs, robust athletics offerings, creative arts, and more. Faculty and staff from all of the school's four divisions (Beginning School, ages 3-5; Lower School, grades K-5; Middle School, grades 6-8; Upper School, grades 9-12) will be available to answer questions and showcase classrooms. Student ambassadors will offer campus tours and there will be a performance by Upper School students.
To attend The Meadows School Annual Preview Day, families can RSVP at www.themeadowsschool.org/preview.
The Meadows School is a non-profit, independent college preparatory day school located in Las Vegas, Nevada. With over 930 students in grades pre-k through twelfth, highly trained faculty work with students in all phases of their academic journey to help them push beyond their perceived limits. This, coupled with top-flight athletics and arts programs, allows The Meadows to provide students with the skill set they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world as citizens of a global society. To learn more about this comprehensive independent school, please visit www.themeadowsschool.org.
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CTO Nate Perry-Thistle to highlight ways healthcare leaders can utilize Google Cloud to enhance patient and provider journeys and boost engagement
NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CipherHealth, a leader in patient engagement technology and communications solutions, announced today that Nate Perry-Thistle, Chief Technology Officer, will participate in a roundtable discussion on how to enhance healthcare utilizing Google Cloud throughout the care continuum at the inaugural SADA IMPACT conference located at Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles, California on September 15, 2022.
Joining Perry-Thistle on the panel will be moderated by Michael Ames, Managing Director, Vertical Markets at SADA, and also feature Gregg Church, President at 4medica and Ian Shakil, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Augmedix. The session, "Healthcare impact: three unique technology companies making healthcare better for all of us," will address how healthcare companies can incorporate cloud-based technologies to improve patient and doctor experiences.
The panel will show how healthcare leaders can collect and digest massive amounts of data to support both patients and doctors at every stage of the journey. The panelists will explore specific use cases, from helping patients find the right clinicians to helping doctors make data-driven clinical decisions. At the heart of this discussion will be a focus on how leaders can improve the care experience and use technology to improve patient journeys, physician journeys, and data journeys. During the session, attendees will:
- Understand how leading healthcare innovators are utilizing cutting-edge technology to simplify healthcare journeys
- Discover best practices for incorporating Google Cloud in patient journeys to deliver optimal care and engagement
- Uncover ways to reduce spending and labor costs by implementing cloud-driven data solutions
The panel is scheduled for Thursday, September 15, from 1:55-2:35 PM PST. For more information and to register, click here.
About CipherHealth
CipherHealth is an award-winning digital patient engagement company committed to enhancing communication and coordination throughout the care continuum. Since 2009, CipherHealth has helped define the patient engagement category, delivering groundbreaking tools and superior services to help health systems deliver patient-centric, quality care that improves clinical outcomes, drives operational efficiency, and creates sustainable financial value through a full suite of communications solutions. CipherHealths's automated, scalable platform empowers healthcare organizations to drive meaningful conversations among patients, provider staff and caregivers, regardless of care setting, thereby achieving new standards for patient care and accelerating the digital transformation of the industry.
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SLOUGH, United Kingdom and RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Indivior PLC (LON: INDV) today announced that it will participate in the following investor healthcare events:
Morgan Stanley 20th Annual Global Healthcare Conference – New York
Mark Crossley, Chief Executive Officer, will host 1x1/group meetings on Monday, September 12 and participate in a fireside chat at 8:10 a.m. U.S. EST. Investors can contact their Morgan Stanley representative to schedule a meeting. The fireside chat can be viewed using the webcast link.
Bank of America Global Healthcare Conference 2022 – London
Mark Crossley, Chief Executive Officer, will host 1x1/group meetings on Thursday and Friday, September 15 and 16 and host a presentation September 16th at 13:20 (BST) (8:20 a.m. US EST). Investors can contact their Bank of America representative to schedule a meeting.
The presentation will be available at indivior.com/investors and can also be viewed using the webcast link.
Jefferies Global Healthcare Fireside Chat Series – Virtual
Mark Crossley, Chief Executive Officer, will participate in a fireside chat on Wednesday, September 21 at 16:30 (BST) (11:30 a.m. US EST). The fireside chat can be viewed using the webcast link.
About Indivior
Indivior is a global pharmaceutical company working to help change patients' lives by developing medicines to treat substance use disorders (SUD) and serious mental illnesses. Our vision is that all patients around the world will have access to evidence-based treatment for the chronic conditions and co-occurring disorders of SUD. Indivior is dedicated to transforming SUD from a global human crisis to a recognized and treated chronic disease. Building on its global portfolio of OUD treatments, Indivior has a pipeline of product candidates designed to both expand on its heritage in this category and potentially address other chronic conditions and co-occurring disorders of SUD, including alcohol use disorder and cannabis use disorder. Headquartered in the United States in Richmond, VA, Indivior employs more than 900 individuals globally and its portfolio of products is available in over 40 countries worldwide. Visit www.indivior.com to learn more. Connect with Indivior on LinkedIn by visiting www.linkedin.com/company/indivior.
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The victims included seven men and three women, some of whom were found unconscious in the water, and others who washed ashore, the regional office for Japan's coast guard told CNN.
The 26 people on board included 24 tourists, the captain, and a crew member. Two of the passengers are children.
The boat, Kazu 1, was on a sightseeing tour around the scenic Shiretoko Peninsula on Japan's northernmost main island of Hokkaido when it apparently got into difficulties.
Authorities lost contact with the crew on Saturday afternoon; the crew reported that water was flooding into the stern of the vessel and it had started to sink, Japan's public broadcaster NHK said.
The crew said the boat was keeling at a 30-degree angle, and those on board were wearing life jackets, NHK reported.
Authorities believe the vessel sank, but an investigation is still underway.
Patrol boats, aircraft and helicopters are continuing to search for the remaining 16 people who were onboard at the time.
Local media reported waves in the area were up to three meters (9.8 feet) high when the boat issued its distress call.
According to Japan's Meteorological Agency's regional website, the temperature of the sea water in the area was a frigid 35 to 37 degrees Fahrenheit (just under 3 degrees Celsius) at the time.
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Top three winners earn a combined $50,000 in awards.
PHOENIX, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has awarded tuition grants to three female students planning to pursue a STEM education and career after they graduate high school. All three applied through a grant program sponsored by UTI and IGNITE Worldwide, a non-profit organization working to change gender and racial equity in STEM. The students earned a combined $50,000 in total grants to cover a significant portion of their future UTI tuition.
Grant applicants were asked to describe a time in their lives when they tried a new, difficult activity that helped them gain more self-confidence. First place winner Katherine West of Clarkson, Mich., earned a $25,000 scholarship grant by describing her experience enrolling in the Collision and Repair program at Oakland Schools Technical Campus in Clarkston, Mich. West said she had to face the fear of beginning a new course and knowing she would be one of the few female students in the program.
"I was terrified initially because I didn't know anything about cars, and I was aware of the stigma surrounding women in a male-dominated industry," said West. "Then, I found out I was not the only girl in my class, and as the class went on, things started clicking."
Liberty Bowman of Stevens Point, Wis., placed second, earning a $15,000 scholarship grant. Bowman's essay recounts her experience trying rugby for the first time, despite knowing nothing about it and receiving a fair amount of doubt from friends and family.
"Although these comments made me have doubts about myself, I didn't let them stop me," Bowman said. "Despite all the fears and negativity, I went for it. After the first few practices, I was told I needed to play more aggressively. So, each day, I tried to work on it more."
Third place winner Denia Gomez from Deerfield Beach, Fla., shared how learning a new instrument, typically played by male students in her school's marching band, taught her the importance of pursuing difficult skills. Gomez believes there was a lesson in her experience she would've passed on to her younger self.
"I would definitely tell my younger self to do whatever makes you happy, no matter what gender norms tell you. The best thing about difficult tasks is that you will gain a lot of experience and grow to be a strong, young woman the more you put yourself out there and do the things most people wouldn't imagine a girl doing," said Gomez.
In addition to scholarship grants, UTI's support of IGNITE Worldwide also includes facilitating on-campus and virtual conferences that give female students across the country the opportunity to hear from women who are paving the way in the skilled trades.
"On behalf of UTI, I want to congratulate the winners and thank all the participants who shared important moments in their lives that led to their personal growth," said UTI CEO Jerome Grant. "We look forward to welcoming these motivated students to our campuses after high school, where they will see the steps we are taking to diversify our student body and, ultimately, the transportation industry. Our employer partners look to us to help meet their need for skilled workers, and we know that a diverse workforce benefits those employers as well as the economy."
West and Bowman plan to attend the UTI-Lisle campus near Chicago. Gomez has chosen to stay in her home state by attending UTI-Orlando.
Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Phoenix, Universal Technical Institute's (NYSE: UTI) mission is to serve our students, partners, and communities by providing quality education and support services for in-demand careers. Approximately 250,000 students have graduated from one of UTI's 16 campuses located across Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Texas. UTI's campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), while its employer-aligned technical training programs are offered under four brands: Universal Technical Institute, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute / Marine Mechanics Institute, NASCAR Technical Institute, and MIAT College of Technology. For more information and a complete list of all programs offered, please visit www.uti.edu or follow on LinkedIn @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and on Twitter @news_UTI.
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