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MainStreet Community Capital Aims to Drive Investment to Low-Income Communities
FAIRFAX, Va., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of MainStreet Bancshares Inc. announced the formation of MainStreet Community Capital, its new community development subsidiary.
MainStreet Community Capital's focus is to invigorate distressed, low-income communities in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area by providing capital and other financial services.
"Lifting up communities and unlocking their potential starts with investment, and we intend to use MainStreet Community Capital to leverage opportunity for underserved and underdeveloped areas in our market," said Jeff W. Dick, chairman and CEO of MainStreet Bancshares and MainStreet Bank. "We believe our engagement in both urban and rural areas will help provide low-income communities and individuals with long-term economic benefits, including quality jobs and services."
MainStreet Community Capital has earned its designation as a Community Development Entity (CDE) as defined under the U.S. Treasury Department's Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Fund. MainStreet Community Capital plans to apply annually to the CDFI Fund for an allocation of the New Markets Tax Credits, beginning with the round to be awarded in 2023.
"The New Markets Tax Credit Program is the gold standard for breaking the cycle of disinvestment that plagues distressed communities, leaving them with vacant commercial properties and outdated facilities," said Thomas J. Chmelik, CFO of MainStreet Bancshares and MainStreet Bank. "Our goal is to utilize the tax credit to help communities turn things around. We'll accomplish this by raising equity for high-impact real estate development projects as well as operating businesses in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia."
Community development entities attract private investors to underserved areas by providing federal income tax credits in exchange for making equity investments in commercial enterprises that benefit low-income communities. Projects that may be funded in low-income communities using the New Market Tax Credit include loans and investments in operating businesses; development of commercial, industrial, and retail real estate; mixed-use projects where commercial income exceeds 20% of the gross income of the property; and development of for-sale housing.
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MainStreet operates six branches in Herndon, Fairfax, McLean, Leesburg, Clarendon, and Washington D.C. MainStreet Bank has 55,000 free ATMs and a fully integrated online and mobile banking solution. The Bank is not restricted by a conventional branching system, as it can offer business customers the ability to Put Our Bank in Your Office®. With robust and easy-to-use online business banking technology, MainStreet has "put our bank" in thousands of businesses in the metropolitan area.
MainStreet Bank has a robust line of business and professional lending products, including government contracting lines of credit, commercial lines and term loans, residential and commercial construction, and commercial real estate. MainStreet also works with the SBA to offer 7A and 504 lending solutions. From sophisticated cash management to enhanced mobile banking and instant-issue Debit Cards, MainStreet Bank is always looking for ways to improve our customer's experience.
MainStreet Bank was the first community bank in the Washington, DC metropolitan area to offer a full online business banking solution. MainStreet Bank was also the first bank headquartered in the Commonwealth of Virginia to offer CDARS – a solution that provides multi-million-dollar FDIC insurance. Further information on the Bank can be obtained by visiting its website at MainStreet.bank.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement advisor, will post its second quarter 2022 earnings results the evening of August 10, 2022, to a password-protected website hosted by www.intralinks.com. In addition, NFP will host a live conference call to discuss the second quarter results on August 11, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. ET.
Interested parties can request access to NFP's earnings results and the conference call by contacting NFP at ir@nfp.com or 212.301.1088.
NFP is a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement plan advisor that provides solutions enabling client success through the expertise of over 6,900 global employees, investments in innovative technologies, and enduring relationships with highly rated insurers, vendors, and financial institutions. NFP is the 9th best place to work for large employers in insurance, 7th largest privately-owned broker, 5th largest benefits broker by global revenue and 13th largest broker of US business (all rankings according to Business Insurance).
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Lane closures are planned this week in Belton and Temple.
Work crews will close a southbound Loop 121 lane on the bridge over the BNSF railroad to set low-profile barrier and to remove metal beam guard fence, the Texas Department of Transportation announced.
This will require a flagging operation. Lane closure and work will be performed from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday.
This work is part of the agency’s ongoing project to widen Loop 121 from West Avenue O to Sparta Road to a four-lane divided highway.
In Temple, a short-term closure of the Charter Oak Drive intersection is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday. Workers will complete the asphalt roadway patching project, the city of Temple said.
Detours will be implemented along Kegley Lane, Tem-Bel Lane and Charter Oak Drive, according to the city. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_f9650392-bf58-11ec-b381-7f966ce6e0f1.html | 2022-04-18T23:04:18Z |
Swim cap for Black hair gets race approval after Olympic ban
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — A cap designed for Black swimmers’ natural hair that was banned from the Tokyo Olympics has been approved for competitive races.
Swimming governing body FINA said on Friday the Soul Cap was on its list of approved equipment.
“Promoting diversity and inclusivity is at the heart of FINA’s work,” executive director Brent Nowicki said in a statement, “and it is very important that all aquatic athletes have access to the appropriate swimwear.”
The London-based Soul Cap brand was designed larger than existing styles to contain and protect dreadlocks, weaves, hair extensions, braids, and thick and curly hair.
Last year, British swimmer Alice Dearing was refused permission to wear a Soul Cap in the 10-kilometer marathon swim in Tokyo, with FINA suggesting the size could create an advantage.
The furor at that decision prompted an apology from the governing body and a promise to review the application.
Soul Cap welcomed the approval that has come more than one year later as “a huge step in the right direction” in a sport that historically has had few Black athletes.
“For a long time, conventional swim caps have been an obstacle for swimmers with thick, curly, or volume-blessed hair,” the company said. “They can’t always find a cap that fits their hair type, and that often means that swimmers from some backgrounds end up avoiding competitions, or giving up the sport entirely.
“We’re excited to see the future of a sport that’s becoming more inclusive for the next generation of young swimmers.”
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AKRON, Ohio, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) announced today the pricing terms and the accepted tender amounts of its previously announced cash tender offer (Tender Offer).
As announced earlier, FirstEnergy offered to purchase for cash up to a maximum combined aggregate purchase price of $1.1 billion, including principal and premium but excluding accrued and unpaid interest (Maximum Tender Amount), of its 7.375% Notes, Series C, due 2031 (2031 Notes) and 4.85% Notes, Series C, due 2047 (which, pursuant to their terms, accrue interest at a rate of 5.35% per annum as of the date of this news release) (2047 Notes and, together with the 2031 Notes, the Notes and, each, a Series of Notes).
The Tender Offer is being made on the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the offer to purchase dated May 25, 2022, as amended and supplemented by FirstEnergy's news releases issued June 9, 2022 and June 14, 2022, respectively (as so amended and supplemented, the Offer to Purchase). Capitalized terms used in this release but not otherwise defined have the meanings given to them in the Offer to Purchase.
As the maximum combined aggregate purchase price, including principal and premium but excluding accrued and unpaid interest, of the Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on June 13, 2022 (Early Tender Time), exceeded the Maximum Tender Amount, FirstEnergy accepts for purchase (i) all the 2031 Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to the Early Tender Time and (ii) the 2047 Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to the Early Tender Time using a proration factor of approximately 65.9%, each in accordance with the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase. The 2047 Notes that were accepted for purchase by FirstEnergy were prorated so that the maximum principal amount of Notes accepted for purchase does not result in the maximum combined aggregate purchase price, including principal and premium but excluding accrued and unpaid interest, exceeding the Maximum Tender Amount. FirstEnergy will not accept for purchase any Notes tendered after the Early Tender Time.
FirstEnergy will pay holders (Holders) of the Notes that were validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to the Early Tender Time and accepted for purchase the applicable Total Consideration, inclusive of the applicable Early Tender Premium, as set forth in the table below. The Total Consideration was determined in the manner described in the Offer to Purchase by reference to the Amended Fixed Spread for the Notes specified below plus the yield based on the bid-side price of the U.S. Treasury Reference Security specified below, as quoted on the Bloomberg Reference Page specified below, as of 10:00 a.m., New York City time, today.
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Settlement for Notes that were validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to the Early Tender Time and that are accepted for purchase, will occur on June 15, 2022 (Early Settlement Date), two business days following the Early Tender Time.
The Tender Offer will expire at 11:59 p.m. New York City time, on June 28, 2022, unless extended or earlier terminated as described in the Offer to Purchase (such time and date, as they may be extended, Expiration Time). Notes not accepted for purchase will be promptly returned or credited to the applicable Holder's account.
FirstEnergy has engaged Barclays Capital Inc. (Barclays) and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC (Morgan Stanley) to act as lead dealer managers (together, the Lead Dealer Managers) and KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc., SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., TD Securities (USA) LLC and U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc. to act as co-dealer managers (collectively, the Co-Dealer Managers and, together with the Lead Dealer Managers, the Dealer Managers) in connection with the Tender Offer and has appointed D.F. King & Co., Inc. to serve as the Tender Agent and Information Agent for the Tender Offer. Copies of the Offer to Purchase are available by contacting D.F. King & Co., Inc. via telephone at (212) 269-5550 (toll free) or (800) 859-8509 (for banks and brokers) or email: fe@dfking.com. Questions regarding the terms of the Tender Offer should be directed to Barclays at (800) 438-3242 (toll-free) or (212) 528-7581 (collect) or Morgan Stanley at (800) 624-1808 (toll-free) or (212) 761-1057 (collect).
None of FirstEnergy, its board of directors, the Dealer Managers, D.F. King & Co., Inc., the trustee for the Notes, or any of their respective affiliates, is making any recommendation as to whether Holders should tender any Notes in response to the Tender Offer. Holders must make their own decision as to whether to tender any of their Notes and, if so, the principal amounts of Notes to tender.
This news release is for informational purposes only and is not an offer to purchase, a solicitation of an offer to sell, or a solicitation of consents with respect to any securities. This news release does not describe all the material terms of the Tender Offer, and no decision should be made by any Holder on the basis of this news release. The terms and conditions of the Tender Offer are described in the Offer to Purchase, and this news release must be read in conjunction with the Offer to Purchase. The Offer to Purchase contains important information that should be read carefully before any decision is made with respect to the Tender Offer. The Tender Offer is not being made in any jurisdiction in which, or to or from any person to or from whom, it is unlawful to make such offer or solicitation under applicable securities or blue sky laws. If any Holder is in any doubt as to the contents of this news release, or the Offer to Purchase, or the action it should take, the Holder should seek its own financial and legal advice, including in respect of any tax consequences, immediately from its stockbroker, bank manager, solicitor, accountant, or other independent financial, tax, or legal adviser. Any individual or company whose Notes are held on its behalf by a broker, dealer, bank, custodian, trust company or other nominee must contact such entity if it wishes to tender such Notes pursuant to the Tender Offer.
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the risks associated with cyber-attacks and other disruptions to our, or our vendors', information technology system, which may compromise our operations, and data security breaches of sensitive data, intellectual property and proprietary or personally identifiable information; mitigating exposure for remedial activities associated with retired and formerly owned electric generation assets; the ability to access the public securities and other capital and credit markets in accordance with our financial plans, the cost of such capital and overall condition of the capital and credit markets affecting FirstEnergy, including the increasing number of financial institutions evaluating the impact of climate change on their investment decisions; the extent and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and the related impacts to our business, operations and financial condition resulting from the outbreak of COVID-19 including, but not limited to, disruption of businesses in our territories, supply chain disruptions, additional costs, workforce impacts and governmental and regulatory responses to the pandemic, such as moratoriums on utility disconnections and workforce vaccination mandates; actions that may be taken by credit rating agencies that could negatively affect either our access to or terms of financing or our financial condition and liquidity; changes in assumptions regarding factors such as economic conditions within our territories, the reliability of our transmission and distribution system, or the availability of capital or other resources supporting identified transmission and distribution investment opportunities; changes in customers' demand for power, including, but not limited to, economic conditions, the impact of climate change, or energy efficiency and peak demand reduction mandates; changes in national and regional economic conditions, including recession and inflationary pressure, affecting FirstEnergy and/or its customers and those vendors with which FirstEnergy does business; the potential of non-compliance with debt covenants in our credit facilities; the ability to comply with applicable reliability standards and energy efficiency and peak demand reduction mandates; changes to environmental laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, those related to climate change; changing market conditions affecting the measurement of certain liabilities and the value of assets held in our pension trusts, or causing FirstEnergy to make contributions sooner, or in amounts that are larger, than currently anticipated; labor disruptions by our unionized workforce; changes to significant accounting policies; any changes in tax laws or regulations, or adverse tax audit results or rulings; and the risks and other factors discussed from time to time in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings. These forward-looking statements are also qualified by, and should be read together with, the risk factors included in FirstEnergy's filings with the SEC, including, but not limited to, the most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K. The foregoing review of factors also should not be construed as exhaustive. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors, nor assess the impact of any such factor on FirstEnergy's business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. FirstEnergy expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise, except as required by law, any forward-looking statements contained herein or in the information incorporated by reference as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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SAN ANTONIO, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- San Antonio has experienced multiple days of record-breaking heat this summer. Residents struggle to stay cool while keeping the electric bill affordable. While some experienced power outages due to electrical strain on the grid and sporadic thunderstorms, other residents are taking more creative measures to avoid the electric grid altogether.
"We had wanted to do something to avoid the real problems of losing power for days off and on like we experienced in February 2021," said Patricia Hough, a San Antonio resident, referring specifically to the Texas winter storm that caused power outages for an extended period of time. "After looking into small solar set ups, natural gas generators, etc. we decided to talk to a solar panel installation company."
Patricia reached out to Solar Edge Pros, a San Antonio solar company, in October 2021. After weeks of research, she and her husband decided to go solar with battery backups. "Our system went online in April 2022, and after a few adjustments it has worked perfectly. Our neighborhood had lost power one day for about 9 hours, just days after our system was up and running. I never even knew it because the only thing I could see that indicated that power went out was the blinking numbers on the clock on my electric stove… as soon as the utility company went out, our system kicked in without me having to do a thing."
San Antonio has been a hotspot for solar since 2009 when CPS Energy, the local utility company, began incentivizing solar related projects. The Environment Texas Research and Policy Center ranked San Antonio No. 1 in Texas and No. 5 in the nation for solar energy two years in a row. This is due in part to the generous solar rebates CPS Energy offers as well as residents fed up with the aging electric grid. The city will continue to bask in solar energy as Mayor Ron Nirenberg plans to make access to solar power easier for its residents.
Solar Edge Pros has done over 5,000 solar installations in the San Antonio area since 2014. Their 100+ five-star ratings on Google shines as a testament to their excellent customer service and dedication to solar done right. To receive a free, no obligation solar evaluation visit their website at www.solaredgepros.com or call (210) 401-9030.
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ATHENS – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced agricultural producers nationwide have already received more than $4 billion through the Emergency Relief Program, representing nearly 67% of the more than $6 billion projected to be paid through this phase of the program.
Eligible producers in Georgia have received $106.8 million in funding to date. The U.S. Department of Agriculture mailed out pre-filled applications in late May to producers with crop insurance who suffered losses due to natural disasters in 2020 and 2021. Commodity and specialty crop producers have until July 22 to complete applications.
“Over the course of the past two years, natural disaster events in Georgia have resulted in catastrophic production and property losses for our agricultural producers,” Arthur Tripp, state executive director for FSA in Georgia, said. “Although these payments will not make these producers whole, they will help alleviate some of the financial stressors brought on by these severe and devastating weather events.”
USDA is implementing ERP as a two-phased program, with the first phase utilizing existing claim data to provide relief expediently, and the second phase focusing on ensuring producers not covered by other programs receive assistance. For phase one, USDA used crop insurance and Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program claim data.
Both ERP and the previously announced Emergency Livestock Relief Program are funded by the Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act, which President Biden signed into law in 2021. The law provided $10 billion to help agricultural producers impacted by wildfires, droughts, hurricanes, winter storms and other eligible disasters experienced during calendar years 2020 and 2021. Pre-Filled Applications Eligible producers with eligible crop insurance claims have received pre-filled applications, which included eligibility requirements and payment calculations. Producers received a separate application form for each program year in which they experienced an eligible loss.
Producers should check with the Farm Service Agency at their local USDA Service Center to confirm eligibility and to ensure that all required farm program participation, adjusted gross income and conservation compliance forms are on file. Producers who have previously participated in FSA programs likely have these required forms already on file.
ERP provisions allow for a higher payment percentage for historically underserved producers, including beginning, limited resource, socially disadvantaged and military veteran producers. To qualify for the higher payment rate, individuals must have a Form CCC-860, Socially Disadvantaged, Limited Resource, Beginning and Veteran Farmer or Rancher Certification on file.
To receive a payment, producers must complete and submit their forms by the July 22 deadline. Once the completed ERP application for payment is submitted to and signed by the FSA, producers enrolled in direct deposit should look for their payment within three business days.
FSA will send pre-filled applications for about 9,000 producers nationwide with NAP coverage in mid-July. The federal crop insurance data used to populate ERP phase one pre-filled applications included claim data on file with USDA’s Risk Management Agency as of May 2, 2022. At that time, claim data for the Supplemental Coverage Option, Enhanced Coverage Option, Stacked Income Protection Plan, Margin Protection Plan or Area Risk Protection Insurance were not complete, so crop/units including these coverage options were not included in the pre-filled ERP application form. In late summer 2022, updated claim information will be used to generate a second pre-filled application for those crop/units on file with RMA not included in the first mailing.
ERP covers losses to crops, trees, bushes and vines due to a qualifying natural disaster event in calendar years 2020 and 2021. Eligible crops include all crops for which crop insurance or NAP coverage was available, except for crops intended for grazing. Qualifying natural disaster events include wildfires, hurricanes, floods, derechos, excessive heat, winter storms, freeze (including a polar vortex), smoke exposure, excessive moisture, qualifying drought and related conditions.
All producers who receive ERP phase one payments are statutorily required to purchase crop insurance or NAP coverage where crop insurance is not available for the next two available crop years.
Producers should contact their local Service Center if they have questions. Additionally, other resources include:
• ERP fact sheet
• ERP webpage
• “Top 6 Emergency Relief Program Checklist” blog on farmers.gov
• May 16, 2022, news release
The second phase of both ERP and ELRP will fill gaps and provide assistance to producers who did not participate in or receive payments through the existing programs that are being leveraged for phase one implementation. Through proactive communication and outreach, USDA will keep producers and stakeholders informed as program details are made available.
To learn more, visit usda.gov. | https://www.albanyherald.com/news/usda-has-issued-106-8-million-in-emergency-ag-relief/article_5f23d2b8-0206-11ed-bca6-abe35fe26a51.html | 2022-07-12T18:29:47Z |
The woman behind the world’s most famous tarot deck was nearly lost in history
Jacqui Palumbo, CNN
Hold a question in your mind, shuffle, select your cards and see into your future. For centuries, people of all walks of life have turned to tarot to divine what may lay ahead and reach a higher level of self-understanding.
The cards’ enigmatic symbols have become culturally ingrained in music, art and film, but the woman who inked and painted the illustrations of the most widely used set of cards today — the Rider-Waite deck from 1909, originally published by Rider & Co. — fell into obscurity, overshadowed by the man who commissioned her, Arthur Edward Waite.
Now, over 70 years after her death, the creator Pamela Colman Smith has been included in a new exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York highlighting many underappreciated artists of early 20th-century American modernism in addition to famous names like Georgia O’Keeffe and Louise Nevelson.
Smith, like many other women artists of the era, was the victim of “the marginalization of female accomplishments,” according to Barbara Haskell, the show’s curator.
An entire vintage set of Smith’s tarot cards are featured in the Whitney show, along with one of her dreamy watercolor and ink works from 1903 titled “The Wave,” which is now part of the museum’s permanent collection.
Smith was a fascinating but mysterious figure — a mystic who was part of the secret occultist society the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, which borrowed ideas from Kabbalah and freemasonry for its own spiritual belief system centered on magic and metaphysics. Born to American parents in London, Smith spent a period of her childhood in Jamaica and styled herself in West Indies fashion, leading to conflicting reports over whether or not she was biracial. She has also been cast as a cult queer icon because she shared a home with a female companion and business partner named Nora Lake for many years — though Haskell says its “unclear” whether their relationship was romantic.
In Smith’s work, “she was drawn toward a kind of mystical vision of the world,” Haskell said in a phone interview. She listened to music to unlock her subconscious mind, and reportedly had synesthesia — a neurological condition that causes the person to see shapes or colors when they hear sounds. Smith was working in the Symbolist tradition — which prioritized metaphorical and emotional imagery over the everyday — at a time when the US was undergoing massive industrial and societal change just after the turn of the 20th century.
“Her fine art does represent this moment of people finding solace in more spiritual concerns, especially at a time when industry seems to be taking over creating a sense of fragmentation and isolation,” Haskell explained.
‘Totally hers’
When Waite approached Smith to illustrate his vision for a reimagined tarot deck, she was 31 years old and had exhibited her paintings in the New York gallery of famed photographer Alfred Stieglitz, who was an important supporter of her work. Waite, like Smith, was a member of the Hermetic Order but had risen to the level of Grand Master. He had extensively studied ancient texts and authored new ones on the subject of mysticism, and had ideas around the concept of the new cards and how they should be ordered.
Tarot has been around since early 15th-century Italy, spun off from traditional playing cards. The 78 cards are split into two groups called the Major and Minor Arcana. The Major Arcana features allegorical characters like the moon, sun, the fool and the lovers, while the Minor Arcana is divided into numbered and face cards in four suits: wands, swords, cups and pentacles. While prior decks were less pictorial in nature, Smith’s is filled with lush imagery that makes their interpretation easier for the reader.
“He was the one who instigated the deck, there’s no doubt about that,” Haskell said. “And he probably had quite a bit of input into the Major Arcana.”
Although Waite may have directed the concepts for those 22 cards, the imagery was all Smith’s own. And since Waite was less interested in the Minor Arcana, which comprises 56 cards and were often more simplistic graphics like playing cards, those ideas were “totally hers,” according to Haskell. Smith completed the 78 images from her Chelsea studio in London, using ink and watercolor.
Smith’s influences for the imagery included the indulgent ink illustrations by English artist Aubrey Beardsley, the luminous paintings of the Pre-Raphaelites, the saturated color blocking of traditional Japanese woodblock prints, and the ornamental details of Art Nouveau, according to Haskell.
For her efforts, she received a small fee, but not the copyright. Today, it’s been cited that over 100 million copies of the deck have been sold, but Haskell cautions that it is difficult to estimate its reach.
A career cut short
Only three years after the Rider-Waite deck published, Smith stopped making art, which hadn’t been a lucrative prospect for her. She mounted her last art show, converted to Catholicism and bought a house in Cornwall after inheriting some money from a family member’s death. She and her partner Lake moved into the home and made a living by renting it out to priests. Smith also got involved with the women’s suffrage movement as well as the Red Cross, her priorities seemingly changed.
“Because she stopped working…she stopped being a presence in the art world,” Haskell said.
When the Great Depression hit in 1929, the devastating economic effects shuttered galleries and shifted American art away from the decadent style of Art Nouveau toward “the resilience of everyday life,” Haskell said. Those seismic shifts likely relegated Smith’s short career to the footnotes of art history.
“The artists that were working, for the most part, either turned to more realistic styles or fell into obscurity,” she explained. Many of them “had no sustained gallery representation.”
Despite an uptick in interest in recent years, Smith is not widely collected or exhibited today, but Haskell believes her entire output is worthy of revisiting, and that Smith was emblematic of the period in which she belonged.
“She represented this whole mood at the turn of the century, which was to delve into the unconscious and tap into the intuitive experience,” she said. “To not get so involved in concrete, rational facts, but to really explore these more emotional realms.”
“At the Dawn of a New Age: Early Twentieth-Century American Modernism” is on view at the Whitney Museum of American Art through January 2023.
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BEIJING, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovation and globalization will continue to drive Asian growth in the coming years despite challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and current recession, panelists said on Thursday at the 24th Academic Seminar of the International Finance Forum (IFF).
Asia, which has seen phenomenal growth in the past 50 years, has benefited from pragmatic policies and approaches of many Asian governments, said Takehiko Nakao, Chairman of the Mizuho Research Institute and former President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
The seminar commenced with Nakao's introduction of his memoir "The Rise of Asia: Perspectives and Beyond" (published in July 2022 and available on ADB's website), in which he looked back at his tenure at the Asian Development Bank between 2013 and 2020.
The IFF also invited renowned economists to discuss current challenges and opportunities in Asia. The panelists included Professor Justin Yifu Lin from Peking University, Daniel Runde, Senior Vice President of the Center of Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), and Hoe Ee Khor, Chief Economist of ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO Asia).
Industrialization, technological development, demographic dividend and globalization have been the driving forces of Asia's rise, said Nakao.
"There is no such thing as Asia Consensus," said Nakao, "But effective policies, strong institutions, governments' decisiveness in introducing reforms, an ability to learn, and a clear vision for the future often championed by forward-looking leaders, mattered."
Justin Lin from Peking University said standard economic theories such as the Washington Consensus failed to differentiate between developed economies and emerging markets.
"It is important to have an Asian voice in the global community," Lin said.
Asia's dynamic growth in the past decades and growing proportion in the global GDP to 24% from 4.1% in the past 50 years, best explains the region's success, said Lin.
The panel also agreed on the important role the government played in the innovation-driven development of Asia, in promoting education, deployment of investment, protecting intellectual property and the private sector.
Though supply chain disruptions have impeded growth during the pandemic, Runde argued that companies should rethink supply chain issues as many have adopted the "China Plus One strategy" to shift some of the manufacturing from China.
Khor, however, said China's manufacturing ecosystem was too advanced to be replaced.
"The global supply chain is so efficient and complex that any attempt to dismantle it is almost impossible," Khor said.
As tensions between China and the US mount, the panel agreed that the two sides should have open communications. Experts said that a stable and cooperative Sino-US relationship will benefit the region.
Khor added that developing countries can benefit from the infrastructure investment competition between China and the US. Lin stressed that China's growth would benefit the rest of the world.
China has adopted a slew of policies, such as investment in infrastructure to boost the economy, which will boost Chinese people's confidence and spur consumption and investment, said Lin.
Jianhai Lin, Vice President of the IFF and ex-Secretary of the IMF moderated the discussion. The IFF Academic Seminar is one of International Finance Forum (IFF)'s flagship events where we bring top officials, economists and academics together to discuss the latest events and development around the world.
The International Finance Forum (IFF) is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental international organization founded in Beijing in October 2003 and established by financial leaders from more than 20 countries and regions, including China, the United States, the European Union, emerging countries and leaders of international organizations such as the United Nations, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IFF is a long-standing, high-level platform for dialogue and communication and multilateral cooperation that has played the role as the F20 (Finance 20).
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The two candidates for state school superintendent, Republican Richard Woods and Democrat Alisha Thomas Searcy, laid out their respective visions for improving education during a forum sponsored by the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education.
ATLANTA – The two candidates for state school superintendent laid out their respective visions for improving education during a forum sponsored by the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education.
Incumbent Republican Richard Woods, who is seeking a third term in November, described his achievements as state superintendent over the past eight years.
His administration reduced the number of high-stakes tests students have to take each year and the number of observations their teachers have to undergo, Woods said.
Woods said his administration has increased support for teachers. He pointed to a recent pay raise for teachers and a new law that allows retired teachers to return to the classroom at full pay.
The state Department of Education also recently published a report on teacher burnout in Georgia. The DOE will soon announce a program to provide free mental health support to teachers, Woods said.
“I think the best thing we could do to address mental health in the state is giving our teachers time to build relationships with their kids,” he said. “If you put a great teacher who was nurturing in front of each and every child, that means that they have hours of therapy each day.”
Under Woods’ watch, the DOE has bolstered career and technical education in the state, he said. The department is creating new English and Language Arts standards as well, which will help address sub-par literacy rates among Georgia students.
Woods said he sees the role of the DOE as “service and support” and “compassion over compliance.”
Woods’ competitor, Democrat Alisha Thomas Searcy, said her past experiences as a school superintendent, a state legislator who served on the House Education Committee and the mother of three school-aged children qualify her for the position.
Searcy ran for the post in 2014 but lost in a Democratic primary runoff. Before that, she served as a state representative for 12 years.
Searcy said that she envisions a Georgia where every school has a mental health professional on staff.
“Yes, that's expensive. Yes, that's a big goal. But, darn it, don't our kids and our teachers and educators deserve that?” she asked.
Searcy said that the state education funding formula needs an overhaul. A Georgia Senate study committee has begun examining that issue.
“We still have districts in rural areas in particular who don't have nearly the adequate funding to serve the students in their schools,” Searcy said. “That should be unacceptable to educators in the state. It ought to be unacceptable to leaders in education.”
Searcy said she thinks the DOE should serve as a clearinghouse for districts across the state to share lessons learned from new programs or approaches, especially as districts look to spend millions of dollars in federal pandemic relief funds.
“While certainly districts in the state have received these funds, there's been very little leadership on providing support and guidance to districts on innovative ways that these funds can be used,” she said.
Searcy said the state should also ensure schools have access to educational technology that can help with assessing where students need extra support, especially after the COVID pandemic caused many students to fall behind.
“I’m living with a sense of urgency,” she said. “I will do something.”
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Provides Notice of Release of Second Quarter Financial Results
(All amounts are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated)
TORONTO, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - New Gold Inc. ("New Gold" or the "Company") (TSX: NGD) (NYSE American: NGD) reports second quarter operational results for the Company as of June 30, 2022, and provides an update to its 2022 operational outlook for the Rainy River Mine, the New Afton Mine, and the consolidated operational outlook. The Company is also providing notice that it will release its second quarter 2022 financial results before markets open on Thursday, August 4, 2022.
During the second quarter, operations at the Rainy River Mine were adversely impacted by heavy rainfall and flooding around the Fort Frances area in northwestern Ontario. Total tonnes mined from the open pit in the quarter were below expectations as flooding in the pit due to the unfavorable weather impacted the mining rate, the mine sequencing, and access to higher grade ore planned for the second half of the year. The Rainy River Mine therefore utilized the low-grade ore material during the quarter, resulting in both lower grades processed and lower gold ounces produced. The lower tonnes mined (ore and waste) year-to-date has caused a change to the mine plan for the remainder of 2022. The Company's new Chief Operating Officer is incorporating these impacts on the mine plan, and together with newly hired operating expertise at the site, will focus on positioning the open pit operations to its optimal conditions. This change requires the operation to continue to process low-grade ore material in the second half of 2022. As a result, Rainy River's gold equivalent1 production for 2022 is now expected to be between 230,000 to 250,000 ounces (previously 265,000 to 295,000 ounces). Primarily due to lower gold production, as well as, current inflationary cost pressures, operating expenses per gold eq. ounce are now expected to be between $960 to $1,040 per gold eq. ounce2 (previously $730 to $810 per gold eq. ounce), and all-in sustaining costs are now expected to be between $1,620 to $1,720 per gold eq. ounce3 (previously $1,270 to $1,370 per gold eq. ounce). Underground development continues to advance, with Intrepid on track for initial production in the fourth quarter. The mine continues to assess opportunities to offset the negative impact to both production and costs.
During the second quarter, New Afton focused on B3 and C-Zone development and closed the low grade-higher cost recovery level zone earlier than planned. As a result of the early shutdown, tonnes mined was lower than expected. To maintain mill feed, the operation utilized the low-grade stockpile during the quarter, resulting in lower grades and recoveries, and ultimately, lower production. Copper production guidance for 2022 is now expected to be between 25 to 35 million pounds (previously 35 to 45 million pounds). Gold production is expected to be at the low end of the annual production guidance range of 35,000 to 45,000 ounces. Due to the lower production, as well as, current inflationary cost pressures, operating expenses per gold eq. ounce are now expected to be between $1,485 to $1,565 per gold eq. ounce2 (previously $1,100 to $1,180 per gold eq. ounce), and all-in sustaining costs are now expected to be between $2,210 to $2,310 per gold eq. ounce3 (previously $1,695 to $1,795 per gold eq. ounce). Production ramp-up at the B3 zone continues to advance with development expected to be completed by September.
Due to the of the revisions at both Rainy River and New Afton, consolidated gold equivalent1 production for 2022 is now expected to be between 325,000 and 365,000 ounces (previously 380,000 to 440,000 ounces), consisting of consolidated gold production guidance of 260,000 to 290,000 ounces (previously 295,000 to 335,000 ounces) and consolidated copper production guidance of 25 to 35 million pounds (previously 35 to 45 million pounds). New Gold expects its consolidated 2022 operating expenses per gold eq. ounce to be between $1,120 to $1,200 per gold eq. ounce2 (previously $840 to $920 per gold eq. ounce), and all-in sustaining costs to be between $1,875 to $1,975 per gold eq. ounce3 (previously $1,470 to $1,570 per gold eq. ounce). All other consolidated and mine site capital investment and exploration estimate guidance, including sustaining capital and sustaining leases and growth capital, remain unchanged.
"Rainy River experienced challenges during the quarter as the Fort Frances area saw extreme rainfall and flooding," stated Renaud Adams, President & CEO. "I remain confident about the increased production profile as outlined in Rainy River's latest updated Technical Report announced earlier this year. At New Afton, the planned closure of the Lift 1 cave, including the recovery level, is now complete. While we've announced revisions to New Afton's copper guidance for the year, the priority remains on the B3 ramp-up and advancing C-Zone development, which remains on time for first ore in the second half of 2023. With another solid quarter of development prioritizing long-term growth initiatives at both of our operations behind us, I remain confident both are on the cusp of increasing production profiles leading to strong free cash flow generation for our Company for multiple years to come. Concurrently, our exploration efforts have continued to focus on high priority targets with a planned exploration update expected in the third quarter. I believe there is additional value to unlock at our assets through substantial resource to reserve conversion and look forward to updating the market on our progress."
The Company will release its second quarter 2022 financial results before markets open on Thursday, August 4, 2022. A conference call and webcast will follow at 8:30 am Eastern Time.
- Participants may listen to the webcast by registering on our website at www.newgold.com or via the following link https://produceredition.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1556145&tp_key=026884e3d6
- Participants may also listen to the conference call by calling North American toll free 1-888-664-6383, or 1-416-764-8650 outside of the U.S. and Canada, passcode 67678068
- A recorded playback of the conference call will be available until September 4, 2022 by calling North American toll free 1-888-390-0541, or 1-416-764-8677 outside of the U.S. and Canada, passcode 678068. An archived webcast will also be available at www.newgold.com.
New Gold is a Canadian-focused intermediate mining Company with a portfolio of two core producing assets in Canada, the Rainy River gold mine and the New Afton copper-gold mine. The Company also holds a 5% equity stake in Artemis Gold Inc., and other Canadian-focused investments. New Gold's vision is to build a leading diversified intermediate gold company based in Canada that is committed to the environment and social responsibility. For further information on the Company, visit www.newgold.com.
- Total gold eq. ounces include silver and copper produced/sold converted to a gold equivalent. All copper is produced/sold by the New Afton Mine. Gold eq. ounces for Rainy River in Q2 2022 includes production of 93,210 ounces of silver converted to a gold eq. based on a ratio of $1,800 per gold ounce and $24.00 per silver ounce used for 2022 guidance estimates. Gold eq. ounces for New Afton in Q2 2022 includes 7.4 million pounds of copper produced and 24,108 ounces of silver produced converted to a gold eq. based on a ratio of $1,800 per gold ounce, 4.00 per copper pound and $24.00 per silver ounce used for 2022 guidance estimates.
- "Operating expenses per gold eq. ounce" is a supplementary financial measure which is calculated as total operating expenses divided by total gold equivalent ounces.
- "All-in sustaining costs", "sustaining capital and sustaining leases", and "growth capital" are all non-GAAP financial performance measures that are used in this news release. These measures do not have any standardized meaning under IFRS and therefore may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. For more information about these measures, why they are used by the Company, and a reconciliation for Q1 2022 and Q1 2021 to the most directly comparable measure under IFRS, see the "Non-GAAP Financial Performance Measures" section of this news release.
All-In Sustaining Costs per Gold eq. Ounce
"All-in sustaining costs per gold equivalent ounce" is a non-GAAP financial performance measure that does not have any standardized meaning under IFRS and therefore may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. New Gold calculates "all-in sustaining costs per gold equivalent ounce" based on guidance announced by the World Gold Council ("WGC") in September 2013. The WGC is a non-profit association of the world's leading gold mining companies established in 1987 to promote the use of gold to industry, consumers and investors. The WGC is not a regulatory body and does not have the authority to develop accounting standards or disclosure requirements. The WGC has worked with its member companies to develop a measure that expands on IFRS measures to provide visibility into the economics of a gold mining company. Current IFRS measures used in the gold industry, such as operating expenses, do not capture all of the expenditures incurred to discover, develop and sustain gold production. New Gold believes that "all-in sustaining costs per gold equivalent ounce" provides further transparency into costs associated with producing gold and will assist analysts, investors, and other stakeholders of the Company in assessing its operating performance, its ability to generate free cash flow from current operations and its overall value. In addition, the Human Resources and Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors uses "all-in sustaining costs", together with other measures, in its Company scorecard to set incentive compensation goals and assess performance.
"All-in sustaining costs per gold equivalent ounce" is intended to provide additional information only and does not have any standardized meaning under IFRS and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other mining companies. It should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. The measure is not necessarily indicative of cash flow from operations under IFRS or operating costs presented under IFRS.
New Gold defines "all-in sustaining costs per gold equivalent ounce" as the sum of total cash costs, net of capital expenditures that are sustaining in nature, corporate general and administrative costs, capitalized and expensed exploration that is sustaining in nature, lease payments that are sustaining in nature, and environmental reclamation costs, all divided by the total gold equivalent ounces sold to arrive at a per ounce figure. The definition of sustaining versus non-sustaining is similarly applied to capitalized and expensed exploration costs and lease payments. Exploration costs and lease payments to develop new operations or that relate to major projects at existing operations where these projects are expected to materially increase production are classified as non-sustaining and are excluded. Gold equivalent ounces of copper and silver produced or sold in a quarter are computed using a consistent ratio of copper and silver prices to the gold price and multiplying this ratio by the pounds of copper and silver ounces produced or sold during that quarter.
Costs excluded from all-in sustaining costs are non-sustaining capital expenditures, non-sustaining lease payments and exploration costs, financing costs, tax expense, and transaction costs associated with mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, and any items that are deducted for the purposes of adjusted earnings.
Sustaining Capital and Sustaining Leases
"Sustaining capital" and "sustaining lease" are non-GAAP financial performance measures that do not have any standardized meaning under IFRS and therefore may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. New Gold defines "sustaining capital" as net capital expenditures that are intended to maintain operation of its gold producing assets. Similarly, a "sustaining lease" is a lease payment that is sustaining in nature. To determine "sustaining capital" expenditures, New Gold uses cash flow related to mining interests from its consolidated statement of cash flows and deducts any expenditures that are capital expenditures to develop new operations or capital expenditures related to major projects at existing operations where these projects will materially increase production. Management uses "sustaining capital" and "sustaining lease", to understand the aggregate net result of the drivers of all-in sustaining costs other than total cash costs. These measures are intended to provide additional information only and should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS.
Growth Capital
"Growth capital" is a non-GAAP financial performance measure that does not have any standardized meaning under IFRS and therefore may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. New Gold considers non-sustaining capital costs to be "growth capital", which are capital expenditures to develop new operations or capital expenditures related to major projects at existing operations where these projects will materially increase production. To determine "growth capital" expenditures, New Gold uses cash flow related to mining interests from its consolidated statement of cash flows and deducts any expenditures that are capital expenditures that are intended to maintain operation of its gold producing assets. Management uses "growth capital" to understand the cost to develop new operations or related to major projects at existing operations where these projects will materially increase production. This measure is intended to provide additional information only and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS.
The following tables, which are specifically included for regulatory compliance purposes, reconcile the non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measure for the periods of Q1 2022 and Q1 2021.
For additional information with respect to the non-GAAP measures used by the Company, refer to the detailed "Non-GAAP Financial Performance Measure" section disclosure starting on page 26 in the MD&A for the three months ended March 31, 2022 filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain information contained in this news release, including any information relating to New Gold's future financial or operating performance are "forward-looking". All statements in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, which address events, results, outcomes or developments that New Gold expects to occur are "forward-looking statements". Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "targeted", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", "projects", "potential", "believes" or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "should", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved" or the negative connotation of such terms. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, among others, statements with respect to: the anticipated timing with respect to the release of its second quarter 2022 financial results and the associated conference call and webcast; the intended focus on positioning the open pit operations to its optimal conditions and continued processing of the low-grade ore material in the second half of 2022 at Rainy River; the Company's expectations and guidance regarding production, costs, capital investments and expenses on a consolidated and mine-by-mine basis, and the factors contributing to those expected results; continued underground development and projected timing for initial production from the Intrepid; the intention to continue to assess opportunities to improve production and costs; planned prioritization of B3 ramp-up and C-Zone development at New Afton and projected timing for first ore; guidance revisions being limited to this year; the anticipated increase in production profiles and resulting strong free cash flow generation for multiple years to come; expectations regarding additional value through resource to reserve conversion; planned timing of an exploration update expected to be released in the third quarter; and the deferral of certain sales to the third quarter of 2022.
All forward-looking statements in this news release are based on the opinions and estimates of management that, while considered reasonable as at the date of this news release in light of management's experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, are inherently subject to important risk factors and uncertainties, many of which are beyond New Gold's ability to control or predict. Certain material assumptions regarding such forward-looking statements are discussed in this news release, New Gold's latest annual management's discussion and analysis ("MD&A"), its most recent annual information form and technical reports on the Rainy River Mine and New Afton Mine filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. In addition to, and subject to, such assumptions discussed in more detail elsewhere, the forward-looking statements in this news release are also subject to the following assumptions: (1) there being no significant disruptions affecting New Gold's operations other than as set out herein; (2) political and legal developments in jurisdictions where New Gold operates, or may in the future operate, being consistent with New Gold's current expectations; (3) the accuracy of New Gold's current mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates and the grade of gold, silver and copper expected to be mined and the grade of gold, copper and silver expected to be mined; (4) the exchange rate between the Canadian dollar and U.S. dollar, and to a lesser extent, the Mexican Peso, and commodity prices being approximately consistent with current levels and expectations for the purposes of 2022 guidance and otherwise; (5) prices for diesel, natural gas, fuel oil, electricity and other key supplies being approximately consistent with current levels; (6) equipment, labour and materials costs increasing on a basis consistent with New Gold's current expectations; (7) arrangements with First Nations and other Aboriginal groups in respect of the New Afton Mine and Rainy River Mine being consistent with New Gold's current expectations; (8) all required permits, licenses and authorizations being obtained from the relevant governments and other relevant stakeholders within the expected timelines and the absence of material negative comments or obstacles during any applicable regulatory processes; (9) there being no significant disruptions to the Company's workforce at either the Rainy River Mine or New Afton Mine due to cases of COVID-19 (including any required self-isolation requirements due to cross-border travel to the United States or any other country or any other reason) or otherwise; (10) the responses of the relevant governments to the COVID-19 outbreak being sufficient to contain the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak; (11) there being no material disruption to the Company's supply chains and workforce that would interfere with the Company's anticipated course of action at the Rainy River Mine and the New Afton Mine; and (12) the long-term economic effects of the COVID-19 outbreak not having a material adverse impact on the Company's operations or liquidity position.
Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on estimates and assumptions that are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, without limitation: price volatility in the spot and forward markets for metals and other commodities; discrepancies between actual and estimated production, between actual and estimated costs, between actual and estimated Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources and between actual and estimated metallurgical recoveries; equipment malfunction, failure or unavailability; accidents; risks related to early production at the Rainy River Mine, including failure of equipment, machinery, the process circuit or other processes to perform as designed or intended; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development, including the risks of obtaining and maintaining the validity and enforceability of the necessary licenses and permits and complying with the permitting requirements of each jurisdiction in which New Gold operates, including, but not limited to: obtaining the necessary permits for the New Afton C-Zone; uncertainties and unanticipated delays associated with obtaining and maintaining necessary licenses, permits and authorizations and complying with permitting requirements, including those associated with the C-Zone permitting process; changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; changing costs, timelines and development schedules as it relates to construction; the Company not being able to complete its construction projects at the Rainy River Mine or the New Afton Mine on the anticipated timeline or at all; volatility in the market price of the Company's securities; changes in national and local government legislation in the countries in which New Gold does or may in the future carry on business; controls, regulations and political or economic developments in the countries in which New Gold does or may in the future carry on business; the Company's dependence on the Rainy River Mine and New Afton Mine; the Company not being able to complete its exploration drilling programs on the anticipated timeline or at all; disruptions to the Company's workforce at either the Rainy River Mine or the New Afton Mine, or both, due to cases of COVID-19 or any required self-isolation (due to cross-border travel, exposure to a case of COVID-19 or otherwise); the responses of the relevant governments to the COVID-19 outbreak not being sufficient to contain the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak; disruptions to the Company's supply chain and workforce due to the COVID-19 outbreak; an economic recession or downturn as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak that materially adversely affects the Company's operations or liquidity position; there being further shutdowns at the Rainy River Mine or New Afton Mine; significant capital requirements and the availability and management of capital resources; additional funding requirements; diminishing quantities or grades of Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources; actual results of current exploration or reclamation activities; uncertainties inherent to mining economic studies including the Technical Reports for the Rainy River Mine and New Afton Mine; impairment; unexpected delays and costs inherent to consulting and accommodating rights of First Nations and other indigenous groups; climate change, environmental risks and hazards and the Company's response thereto; tailings dam and structure failures; actual results of current exploration or reclamation activities; fluctuations in the international currency markets and in the rates of exchange of the currencies of Canada, the United States and, to a lesser extent, Mexico; global economic and financial conditions and any global or local natural events that may impede the economy or New Gold's ability to carry on business in the normal course; compliance with debt obligations and maintaining sufficient liquidity; taxation; fluctuation in treatment and refining charges; transportation and processing of unrefined products; rising costs or availability of labour, supplies, fuel and equipment; adequate infrastructure; relationships with communities, governments and other stakeholders; geotechnical instability and conditions; labour disputes; the uncertainties inherent in current and future legal challenges to which New Gold is or may become a party; defective title to mineral claims or property or contests over claims to mineral properties; competition; loss of, or inability to attract, key employees; use of derivative products and hedging transactions; counterparty risk and the performance of third party service providers; investment risks and uncertainty relating to the value of equity investments in public companies held by the Company from time to time; the adequacy of internal and disclosure controls; conflicts of interest; the lack of certainty with respect to foreign operations and legal systems, which may not be immune from the influence of political pressure, corruption or other factors that are inconsistent with the rule of law; the successful acquisitions and integration of business arrangements and realizing the intended benefits therefrom; and information systems security threats. In addition, there are risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development, construction, operation and mining, including environmental events and hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected formations, pressures, cave-ins, flooding and gold bullion losses (and the risk of inadequate insurance or inability to obtain insurance to cover these risks) as well as "Risk Factors" included in New Gold's most recent annual information form, MD&A and other disclosure documents filed on and available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. Forward looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results and future events could materially differ from those anticipated in such statements. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are qualified by these cautionary statements. New Gold expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, events or otherwise, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.
The scientific and technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Patrick Godin, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of New Gold. Mr. Godin is a Professional Engineer and member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec. He is a "Qualified Person" for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
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JINJIANG, China, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Antelope Enterprise Holdings Limited (NASDAQ Capital Market: AEHL) ("Antelope Enterprise" or the "Company"), a leading Chinese manufacturer of ceramic tiles used in residential and commercial buildings, and which also engages in business consulting, and online social commerce and live streaming, announced today that its annual meeting of shareholders will take place on September 15, 2022 at 8 p.m. local China time (or 8 a.m. Eastern Standard Time), at the Company's principal executive offices, Junbing Industrial Area, Anhai, Jinjiang, Fujian, China. The close of business on August 2, 2022 has been fixed as the record date for the purpose of determining the shareholders entitled to notice of, and to vote at, the meeting.
About Antelope Enterprise Holdings Limited
Antelope Enterprise Holdings Limited is a leading manufacturer of ceramic tiles in China. The Company's ceramic tiles are used in residential and commercial buildings. Antelope Enterprise's products, sold under the "Hengda" or "HD", are available in over 2,000 style, color and size combinations and are distributed through a network of exclusive distributors as well as directly to large property developers. The Company also engages in business consulting, and online social commerce and live streaming in China. For more information, please visit http://www.aehltd.com.
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GLEN ALLEN, Va., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) unveiled the winners of the Marketing Achievement Awards on May 2, 2022, at the AAM Summit Conference in Louisville, Kentucky with over 200 in attendance. Keiter was recognized in this nationwide industry competition for website development with a budget of under $35,000.
"The award reflects the innovative thinking and ingenuity of the Keiter marketing team to build an insight driven website that focuses on user experience (UX)," said Brian Swanson, Chief SEO Strategist. "FlashPoint Digital is pleased to have been a part of the design, development, and initial optimization of the Keiter site."
"This award is a reflection of Keiter's strategic growth initiative focused on finding ideal clients that our team of opportunity advisors can best serve," explained Gary Wallace, Keiter's Managing Partner. "This award would not be possible without the wonderfully creative, strategic, and brand-minded individuals on our Marketing Team."
AAM's Marketing Achievement Awards features awards across multiple categories including advertising, branding, business development initiative, collateral and content marketing, events, marketing and PR campaigns, video and multimedia, website, corporate social responsibility, and diversity, equity and inclusion. Access the list of 2022 AAM/MAA winners.
Flashpoint Digital consulted on the development of the award winning Keiter website. They provide search engine optimization and website development services to professionals service organizations including Certified Public Accountants, Chartered Accountants, law firms, and others in the United States, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. For more information on the firm visit www.flashpointmarketing.biz.
Keiter was founded in 1978 and provides a full range of financial services to businesses and their owners. The Keiter team is always focused on providing fresh insights and creating new opportunities to help businesses grow. The Firm has over 160 employees in its Richmond office and is the third largest accounting firm in Richmond with over 80 CPAs. Keiter has developed specialized expertise in serving the real estate, construction, manufacturing, and financial services industries, as well as nonprofit entities. For more information on the Firm, please visit www.keitercpa.com.
CONTACT: Mike Gray, mgray@gray-ryan.com
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Money stolen from 11-year-old’s lemonade stand
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG/Gray News) – An 11-year-old in Ohio learned a tough lesson when money was taken from her lemonade stand Saturday.
Grace Rotuon was trying to raise money for her church by selling lemonade outside her house, according to WTVG.
Two boys riding a four-wheeler stopped by to buy a glass, left and came back.
“He said, ‘How much would a pitcher of lemonade be?’ and I went inside to go ask my mother. I came back and was like, he’s gone. I was outside with the pitcher. I was like, OK. And then I sat out there for a while, and then I noticed my whole entire box was gone,” Grace recalled.
Grace said she was in shock when she realized the money raised was gone.
“I ran inside and told my mom. Me and my brother ran around the car and started looking for them. And my mother made a police report,” Grace said.
So far, no money has been returned, and there is no word on the identity of the two boys, who are believed to be in middle school.
Grace said she’s not going to let this incident ruin her business and has learned her lesson.
“It would be a better decision to carry my money inside instead of leaving it out there,” Grace said.
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Starting in 2023, National French Fry Day Will Always Fall on the Second Friday in July
TAMPA, Fla., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Checkers & Rally's, an iconic drive-thru restaurant chain known for flavorful, craveable food at a great value, greets this National French Fry Day with unprecedented news – it will forevermore fall on a Friday (second Friday of July) starting next year. Thanks to the unconditional support of fry-lovers all across the country who signed the petition on FryDaytoFriday.com, our collective voices were heard and fry-seasoned wishes granted to celebrate this beloved holiday on its rightful Fry-day. Today marks the last ocassion in which National French Fry Day will simply fall on July 13.
Marlo Anderson, founder of the National Day Calendar, announced the change in a press conference this morning from the National Day Calendar headquarters in Mandan, N.D. In response to the overwhelming support by Checkers & Rally's – whose Famous Seasoned Fries are recognized as the #1 Most Craveable Fries in America* – and fry-fanatic petitioners, Anderson noted that he simply had no choice but to crave, er, cave to moving this special day.
"It's humbling to see our country unite for a common goal they feel so passionate about, but I suppose I shouldn't be surprised after all, for the love of the fry is strong," said Anderson. "I, in good conscience, cannot ignore the voice of the people, who simply want to 'fry-ght' a wrong that's been in place for far too long. National Fry Day, you are and will forevermore be on a Friday."
"We owe a huge debt of gratitude to all fry lovers out there who've supported our campaign with such passion to re-write history as it happens, and of course to the one and only Marlo Anderson who values public opinion around such an important holiday," said Frances Allen, President & CEO of Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. "Americans rallying together for this cause only reinforces that amazing things can happen when we work towards a common goal. To our fry fam, we graciously thank you."
For more information, hours of operation, or to find a Checkers or Rally's location near you, please visit Checkers.com.
*Technomic Ignite Consumer Data (2020), published by Restaurant Business.
Based in Tampa, Fla., Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., an iconic and innovative drive-thru restaurant chain known for its bold, craveable food, famous fries, exceptional value, and people-first attitude, operates and franchises both Checkers® and Rally's® restaurants. With 850 restaurants and room to grow, Checkers & Rally's is a proven brand with flexible building formats that is aggressively expanding across the country. Checkers & Rally's is dedicated to being a place where franchisees and employees who work hard can create opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities. In recent years, the brand has earned several of the industry's most prestigious awards including: "#1 Most Craveable Fries" by Restaurant Business 2020 and 2018; Best Franchise Deal and "Best Drive-Thru in America" by QSR Magazine; Top Food and Beverage Franchise by Franchise Business Review; the "Hot! Again" award from Nation's Restaurant News and has consistently been ranked on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500.
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Partnership to increase the number of nurses graduating from OU
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help meet the critical demand for nurses in Michigan, Oakland University and BHSH System announced a new partnership focused on increasing the number of nurses graduating from OU. Through this collaboration, BHSH System will provide Oakland University with financial resources totaling more than $20 million over the next five years for the BHSH Beaumont Health Nurse Scholar program.
This investment includes more than $10 million for student grants and more than $10 million for infrastructure investments. To accommodate the influx in students and remain in compliance with state regulations and national accreditation standards, OU will use the infrastructure funding to expand lab and classroom space, purchase instructional equipment and hire faculty to teach additional course sections. Grant recipients will be on a path to become BHSH System team members for at least two years after graduation.
"The nursing shortage in our state is a critical and complex challenge that must be solved with bold and collaborative solutions," said Tina Freese Decker, president & CEO, BHSH System (formerly Beaumont Health and Spectrum Health). "We are proud of our long-standing partnership with Oakland University and to have this amazing opportunity to invest in talented, compassionate people who want to become nurses. We are incredibly excited about the impact the BHSH Beaumont Health Nurse Scholar program will have in health care and for our communities."
"We deeply appreciate BHSH System's partnership and investment into the education of the next generation of health care providers," said Oakland University President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz. "This magnanimous gift directly responds to the need for more highly skilled nurses and the workforce shortage that has become more critical since the beginning of the COVID-19 global pandemic. We are proud that BHSH System and OU have a shared commitment to improve the quality and delivery of patient care in Michigan."
"This visionary investment by BHSH System strengthens the health of Michigan's residents and the health of our economy, both of which are a major focus of Oakland University's mission," Pescovitz added.
BHSH Beaumont Health President Dr. Benjamin Schwartz said recruitment and retention of the next generation of nurses is one of his top priorities. "Students have so many choices and options about where they can work after graduation. I'm convinced that after these OU students spend some time working with us, they will want to spend their career serving our patients. We have an incredible team," he said.
OU's nursing school educates BSN Pre-Licensure students via two tracks: a Traditional BSN track and an Accelerated Second-Degree track. The university currently admits 96 students into the Traditional BSN program two times per year and 64 students into the Accelerated Second Degree (ASD) BSN program three times per year.
"OU also will add a recruitment specialist to attract diverse students and ensure the success of candidates and graduates. OU Career Services will work in collaboration with the School of Nursing to design a marketing strategy specifically geared toward the recruitment of second-degree students working across industries," added School of Nursing Dean Judy Didion.
OU's School of Nursing has approximately 770 BSN Pre-Licensure students at any time, graduating approximately 350 BSN nurses every year. The graduation rate is approximately 95% and the average NCLEX first-time pass rate during the pandemic is approximately 86%, which is above the Michigan average of 79% and on par with the national average of 87%. Prior to COVID, the OU pass rate was 91%, while the Michigan average was 89%. Overall, 94% of OU's Traditional BSN graduates report being employed in Michigan, while 88% of ASD graduates report they are employed in Michigan.
About Oakland University
Oakland University is a doctoral, Carnegie Classification R2 "High Research Activity" university located in Oakland and Macomb counties, Michigan. The main campus is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills. Oakland University offers bachelor's degrees, graduate degrees and certificate programs. Oakland University is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences (which includes a School of Music, Theatre and Dance), the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine and the Schools of Business Administration, Education and Human Services, Engineering and Computer Science, Health Sciences, Nursing, and The Honors College. This rich campus atmosphere is complete with residence halls, Greek life, Division I athletics and more than 250 student groups that lend to the total college experience. Learn more at www.oakland.edu
About BHSH System
Formed from two leading health systems in Michigan (Beaumont Health and Spectrum Health), BHSH System is a not-for-profit health system that provides care and coverage with an exceptional team of 64,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses offering services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving over 1.2 million members across the state of Michigan. Through experience, innovation and collaboration, we are building a system designed to meet the needs of the people we serve through care and coverage that is simple, affordable, equitable and exceptional.
About Beaumont Health
Beaumont Health is a division of BHSH System. Our mission is to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. With eight hospitals, more than 150 outpatient locations, nearly 5,000 physicians and 33,000 employees, Beaumont's commitment to patient and family-centered care contributes to the health and well-being of residents throughout the communities we serve and beyond.
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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "We thought there should be a safe and secure accessory to stabilize a garbage truck worker while riding at the back corner of the truck," said one of two inventors, from Indian Head, Md., "so we invented the SAFETY JACKET. Our design prevents the worker from unexpectedly slipping off a trash truck and getting hurt."
The patent-pending invention provides a safer way to ride on a rear-load garbage truck while working. In doing so, it prevents the worker from slipping or falling off the large vehicle. As a result, it increases stability and safety and it helps to prevent serious injuries. The invention features a durable and user-friendly design that is easy to apply and use so it is ideal for garbage collection companies. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Washington D.C. sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 21-DCD-240, 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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Acclaimed children's book showcased at Archway Publishing Author Solutions Book Gallery and Bookstore with author and illustrator Robert Vincent, available for interviews
LOS ANGELES, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "From the Pocket of an Overcoat" (Friendly Falls Press; Archway Publishing from Simon & Schuster) will be at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, April 23-24, 2022, being held at the University of Southern California campus at University Park near downtown Los Angeles. The book will be featured in the Archway Publishing Author Solutions Book Gallery and Bookstore (booth 986) and Robert Vincent, author and illustrator, will be available for interviews.
Available online at Amazon, bn.com, target.com, and at the book's website, maxbuckles.com, as well as select bookstores, "From the Pocket of an Overcoat" is based on the real-life story of a cat named Max adopted by Vincent's son Matthew from a homeless woman in Dallas who found Max as a tiny kitten and had him in the pocket of her overcoat as she was trying to find him a home. The tale is about an affable cat, Max Buckles, and how he finds himself and his way to a new home – moving from the cozy overcoat pocket of Sally in the city, to the country with Farmer Buckles and his other animals, including four dogs – Sam, Tots, Scotty (who isn't Scottish but is plaid), and Junior Buckles. Along the way, he discovers a true sense of belonging within his new family. As told through the journey of Max the cat, this is a story about self-identity, acceptance, and animal rescue and adoption.
"Being at the prestigious Los Angeles Times Festival of Books is an honor and a privilege," notes Vincent. "I am very excited to meet fans, give interviews, and talk about Max Buckles!"
Readers and fans of Max Buckles can like and follow the book on Instagram and Facebook, and can also send an email to hello@maxbuckles.com with proof of purchase to get a special Thank You note from Max himself. In addition, a portion of each book sale will be donated to organizations that promote animal rescue and adoption – The Humane Society, Best Friends, and Alley Cat Allies.
To learn more, visit www.maxbuckles.com or explore the following hashtags: #maxbuckles, #maxbucklesbooks, #maxthecat, #readenjoysharemax and #fromthepocketofanovercoat.
Robert Vincent is a children's book author and illustrator, as well as the author of a number of other literary works. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife Kathy. Robert and Kathy's son Matthew is a violinist with the Oakland Symphony and Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera. In December 2009, Matthew adopted a lovable black cat named Max. The rest, as they say, is history.
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Former Duck Creek sales leader joins Carpe Data to accelerate go-to-market strategy and drive continued growth
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carpe Data, a next-generation provider of innovative emerging and alternative data products for the insurance industry, today announced the appointment of William Magowan as Chief Revenue Officer. He assumes the role from Jim Andrews, who has been named the Carpe Data's Chief Customer Officer, a new role created to advance the company's customer-centric philosophy amid a time of accelerated growth.
Magowan brings 20 years of experience building compelling go-to-market strategies in the insurance and insurance technology (InsurTech) sectors. He joins Carpe Data from Duck Creek Technologies, a leading provider of SaaS solutions to the property and casualty (P&C) insurance marketplace, where he spent over a decade as the Director of Sales, instrumental in its growth from $40 million in revenue in 2011 to $260 million in 2021. Prior to Duck Creek, Magowan spent nearly 10 years at Insurity, a leading InsurTech servicing the P&C insurance industry, where he was responsible for over threefold revenue growth during his tenure.
"Increased claims severity, social inflation and high adjustor turn over continue to pressure casualty loss costs," said Magowan. "Carpe Data has established themselves as the de-facto market leader for use of emerging data to drive automation and improve outcomes for insurance carriers such as Allstate, Farmers, The Hartford, Travelers, and Zurich. I am excited to join the team and look forward to helping carriers realize the value of alternative data for predictive and actionable claims and underwriting insights."
"More than a top sales leader, William fosters cross-functional collaboration which has enabled him to drive product innovation, customer satisfaction and profitable growth at leading InsurTechs throughout his impressive career," said Max Drucker, CEO of Carpe Data. "As Carpe Data continues to penetrate core segments, introduce new products, and expand offerings across the policy life-cycle, William will play a key role in our accelerated go-to-market strategy, and we are confident he will only help strengthen Carpe Data's position as the next-generation data company for insurance."
The news of Magowan's appointment comes in the middle of an active year for Carpe Data. In April, the company announced a majority investment by leading private equity firm Thomas H. Lee Partners (THL). In addition, Carpe Data has continued to add blue chip customers, building on their continued momentum in the marketplace. Magowan's appointment follows other senior hires made by Carpe Data since the start of 2022, which also includes Scot Barton, VP of Commercial Products.
About Carpe Data
Carpe Data is the next-generation data company for insurance, transforming emerging data into predictive and actionable insights that enable automation and improve insurance outcomes across the policy lifecycle. Already well known for its claims automation technology, Carpe Data also provides small commercial insurers with advanced classification, risk characteristics, and predictive scores for more than 45 million businesses across the United States. Based in Santa Barbara, Carpe Data employs nearly 150 people across the US, UK, and Portugal who are committed to helping insurers achieve peak efficiency while supporting superior claims and underwriting experiences.
For more information, please visit https://carpe.io.
Contact:
Alyssa Noud, Edelman
Alyssa.noud@gmail.com
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Free document shredding and electronics recycling available at Comerica Bank's Livonia Operations Center
DETROIT, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank encourages the public to bring paper documents and electronic devices for recycling to the Comerica Bank Livonia Operation Center (39200 W. Six Mile, Livonia 48152) on Saturday, June 11, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., for the return of its annual Shred Day.
Back for the first time since 2019, Comerica is partnering with Iron Mountain Incorporated and Information System Resources (ISR) to offer residents and business owners a way to securely dispose of sensitive paper documents, computers, keyboards, monitors and cellular devices through free shredding and electronics recycling.
"According to the Federal Trade Commission data released in February of this year, consumers reported losing more than $5.8 billion to fraud in 2021, and the number of victims continues to increase," said Scott Beckerman, Comerica Bank Senior Vice President & Director of Corporate Sustainability. "This research reinforces the importance of providing our community with a secured recycling opportunity to protect themselves and their businesses from identity theft and fraud."
At Comerica's 2019 Metro Detroit Shred Day, approximately 111,000 pounds of documents were shredded and 14,000 pounds of electronics and computer equipment were recycled, establishing a record for the largest single-site haul at Comerica's southeast Michigan Shred Day since 2008. Nearly 1,200 vehicles took advantage of the free service during the five-hour event.
"Not only does this initiative protect from fraud, it also positively impacts the environment and the communities around us," said Beckerman. "We appreciate the partnerships involved in supporting this outreach. As we work to contribute to a more secure and a sustainable future, we likewise want to make a positive impact in reducing food insecurity during this event. So, we also encourage people to bring a donation to Gleaners at Shred Day."
Since 2013, Shred Day in metro Detroit has led to securely destroying more than 350,000 pounds of paper, which then was turned into pulp and recycled. The process of recycling paper into new paper products generates 74% less air pollution and uses 50% less water than producing paper from traditional forest products.
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING
In addition to securely shredding sensitive documents, Information Systems Resources will be on site accepting small computer electronic devices and accessories. Computer equipment (e.g., CPUs, laptops, CRT monitors, LCD displays, all-in-ones, servers, switches, hubs, keyboards, mice, speakers, wireless internet cards, hard drives, optical drives, circuit boards, wires and cables) will be securely disposed and recycled.
For more information and a complete list of accepted and prohibited items, please visit www.comerica.com/ShredDay.
GIVE BACK TO GLEANERS
In addition to providing free recycling, Comerica Bank is also accepting non-perishable food donations during the one-day event to support Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan.
Gleaners provides food to more than 600 partner agencies, including schools, soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, and others across the region, and supplements efforts of those partners by offering direct service drive-up grocery distributions. Every dollar donated provides three meals, and 94 cents of every donated dollar goes to food and food programs.
In 2019, generous guests donated more than 3,300 pounds of food and approximately $3,500 in cash to Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan, generating over 13,000 meals for those in need.
About Comerica Bank
Comerica Bank, a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated, has served Michigan longer than any other bank with a continuous presence dating back over 172 years to its Detroit founding in 1849. It is the largest bank employer in metro Detroit and has more than 4,600 employees (FTE) statewide. With one of the largest banking center networks in Michigan, Comerica nurtures lifelong relationships with unwavering integrity and financial prudence. Comerica positively impacts the lives of Michigan residents by helping customers be successful, providing financial support that assists hundreds of charitable organizations, and actively participating in Detroit's downtown revitalization. Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company strategically aligned by three business segments: The Commercial Bank, The Retail Bank, and Wealth Management. Follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Comerica, Twitter: @ComericaBank and Instagram: @comerica_bank.
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Reports: Publix not offering COVID-19 shots to children under 5
(Gray News/AP) - Publix pharmacies are not currently offering COVID-19 shots to children younger than 5 even though U.S. health authorities recently approved the vaccines for the age group, according to news reports.
The grocery store chain said it will not offer the COVID-19 vaccine approved for children ages 4 and under “at this time,” according to the Tampa Bay Times.
The newspaper reports a spokesperson said Tuesday that Publix will not release a statement explaining its decision.
A Publix spokesperson reportedly confirmed the decision to Tampa television station WTVT Wednesday afternoon.
Publix is still accepting COVID-19 vaccine appointments for children ages 5 and older, according to its website.
Pfizer and Moderna got the green light for their under-5 COVID vaccines Friday from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Saturday from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Children in the age group began receiving the vaccines this week.
Pfizer’s vaccine is for children 6 months to 4 years old. The dose is one-tenth of the adult dose, and three shots are needed. The first two are given three weeks apart, and the last at least two months later.
Moderna’s is two shots, each a quarter of its adult dose, given about four weeks apart for kids 6 months through 5 years old. The FDA also approved a third dose, at least a month after the second shot, for children with immune conditions that make them more vulnerable to serious illness.
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Johnny Depp and Amber Heard court battle: What you need to know
By Lisa Respers France, CNN
Three years after Johnny Depp filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife Amber Heard, the case is going to trial Monday in Fairfax County Circuit Court in Virginia.
Here’s a refresher on what you should know.
How it came about
Depp and Amber met on the set of “The Rum Diary” in 2009, married in 2015 and went on to be embroiled in a contentious split for months, with charges of bad behavior levied by both sides.
In 2016 Heard alleged Depp bruised her face after hurling a phone at her in their Los Angeles home. Depp denied the allegation and was not charged with any crime.
The couple settled their divorce months later, releasing a joint statement which read in part, “Our relationship was intensely passionate and at times volatile, but always bound by love.”
In December 2018 Heard wrote an opinion piece for the Washington Post headlined “I spoke up against sexual violence — and faced our culture’s wrath. That has to change” in which she wrote she “became a public figure representing domestic abuse, and I felt the full force of our culture’s wrath for women who speak out.”
“Friends and advisers told me I would never again work as an actress — that I would be blacklisted. A movie I was attached to recast my role,” Heard wrote. “I had just shot a two-year campaign as the face of a global fashion brand, and the company dropped me.”
Depp’s name is not mentioned in the piece.
The suit
The following year Depp filed a $50 million defamation suit against Heard.
His suit charges while the actor is not named, “the op-ed plainly was about (and other media consistently characterized it as being about) Ms. Heard’s purported victimization after she publicly accused her former husband, Johnny Depp (Mr. Depp), of domestic abuse in 2016, when she appeared in court with an apparently battered face and obtained a temporary restraining order against Mr. Depp on May 27, 2016.”
Depp’s suit also charges Heard’s allegations led to financial losses for him, including being dropped from future “Pirates of the Caribbean” films after he led the franchise for 15 years.
Over the years he has maintained his innocence in ever abusing Heard and in 2021 complained in an interview with The Sun Hollywood is boycotting him.
“One man, one actor in an unpleasant and messy situation, over the last number of years?” he said “But, you know, I’m moving towards where I need to go to make all that … To bring things to light.”
Heard’s response to the filing
In 2019 the actress tried to get the suit dismissed.
In an affidavit obtained by CNN the and included in Heard’s motion to have the case against her dismissed she alleged a year into their relationship, she began to witness the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star abusing drugs and alcohol.
“Whenever he was using I worried for both of us,” Heard stated in the filing. “He would become a totally different person, often delusional and violent. We called that version of Johnny, ‘the Monster.’ “
The court documents detail multiple instances of alleged abuse in which Heard claims Depp hit her, threw bottles, yelled at her, shoved Heard, pulled out chunks of her hair and at one point strangled her.
In response to the allegations, Depp’s attorney, Adam Waldman, told CNN, “A hoax confronted with the reality of evidence requires new lies to sustain itself.”
The motion to dismiss was denied.
Heard filed a $100 million defamation countersuit against Depp in 2020 which is ongoing.
The latest
Over the weekend Heard posted a note about the upcoming trial on her verified social media accounts writing “I never named [Depp], rather I wrote about the price women pay for speaking against men in power. I continue to pay that price, but hopefully when this case concludes, I can move on and so can Johnny.”
“I have always maintained a love for Johnny and it brings me great pain to have to live out the details of our past life together in front of the world,” she wrote. “At this time, I recognize the ongoing support I’ve been fortunate to receive throughout these years, and in these coming weeks I will be leaning on it more than ever.”
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Author Salman Rushdie on ventilator after New York stabbing
CHAUTAUQUA, N.Y. (AP) — Salman Rushdie, whose novel “The Satanic Verses” drew death threats from Iran’s leader in the 1980s, was stabbed in the neck and abdomen Friday by a man who rushed the stage as the author was about to give a lecture in western New York.
A bloodied Rushdie, 75, was flown to a hospital and underwent surgery. His agent, Andrew Wylie, said the writer was on a ventilator Friday evening, with a damaged liver, severed nerves in his arm and an eye he was likely to lose.
Police identified the attacker as Hadi Matar, 24, of Fairview, New Jersey. He was awaiting arraignment following his arrest at the Chautauqua Institution, a nonprofit education and retreat center where Rushdie was scheduled to speak.
Matar was born in the United States to Lebanese parents who emigrated from Yaroun, a border village in southern Lebanon, Mayor Ali Tehfe told The Associated Press. His birth was a decade after “The Satanic Verses” first was published.
The motive for the attack was unclear, State Police Maj. Eugene Staniszewski said.
Rushdie’s 1988 novel was viewed as blasphemous by many Muslims, who saw a character as an insult to the Prophet Muhammad, among other objections. The book was banned in Iran, where the late leader Grand Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issued a 1989 fatwa, or edict, calling for Rushdie’s death.
Iran’s theocratic government and its state-run media assigned no rationale for Friday’s assault. In Tehran, some Iranians interviewed Saturday by the AP praised the attack on an author they believe tarnished the Islamic faith, while others worried it would further isolate their country.
An AP reporter witnessed the attacker confront Rushdie on stage and stab or punch him 10 to 15 times as the author was being introduced. Dr. Martin Haskell, a physician who was among those who rushed to help, described Rushdie’s wounds as “serious but recoverable.”
Event moderator Henry Reese, 73, a co-founder of an organization that offers residencies to writers facing persecution, was also attacked. Reese suffered a facial injury and was treated and released from a hospital, police said. He and Rushdie had planned to discuss the United States as a refuge for writers and other artists in exile.
A state trooper and a county sheriff’s deputy were assigned to Rushdie’s lecture, and state police said the trooper made the arrest. But after the attack, some longtime visitors to the center questioned why there wasn’t tighter security for the event, given the decades of threats against Rushdie and a bounty on his head offering more than $3 million to anyone who killed him.
Matar, like other visitors, had obtained a pass to enter the Chautauqua Institution’s 750-acre grounds, Michael Hill, the institution’s president, said.
The suspect’s attorney, public defender Nathaniel Barone, said he was still gathering information and declined to comment. Matar’s home was blocked off by authorities.
Rabbi Charles Savenor was among the roughly 2,500 people in the audience for Rushdie’s appearance.
The assailant ran onto the platform “and started pounding on Mr. Rushdie. At first you’re like, ‘What’s going on?’ And then it became abundantly clear in a few seconds that he was being beaten,” Savenor said. He said the attack lasted about 20 seconds.
Another spectator, Kathleen James, said the attacker was dressed in black, with a black mask.
“We thought perhaps it was part of a stunt to show that there’s still a lot of controversy around this author. But it became evident in a few seconds” that it wasn’t, she said.
Amid gasps, spectators were ushered out of the outdoor amphitheater.
The stabbing reverberated from the tranquil town of Chautauqua to the United Nations, which issued a statement expressing U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ horror and stressing that free expression and opinion should not be met with violence.
Iran’s mission to the United Nations did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Friday’s attack, which led an evening news bulletin on Iranian state television.
From the White House, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan described the attack as “reprehensible” and said the Biden administration wished Rushdie a quick recovery.
“This act of violence is appalling,” Sullivan said in a statement. “We are thankful to good citizens and first responders for helping Mr. Rushdie so quickly after the attack and to law enforcement for its swift and effective work, which is ongoing.”
Rushdie has been a prominent spokesman for free expression and liberal causes, and the literary world recoiled at what Ian McEwan, a novelist and Rushdie’s friend, described as “an assault on freedom of thought and speech.”
“Salman has been an inspirational defender of persecuted writers and journalists across the world,” McEwan said in a statement. “He is a fiery and generous spirit, a man of immense talent and courage and he will not be deterred.”
PEN America CEO Suzanne Nossel said the organization didn’t know of any comparable act of violence against a literary writer in the U.S. Rushdie was once president of the group, which advocates for writers and free expression.
After the publication of “The Satanic Verses,” often-violent protests erupted across the Muslim world against Rushdie, who was born in India to a Muslim family.
At least 45 people were killed in riots over the book, including 12 people in Rushdie’s hometown of Mumbai. In 1991, a Japanese translator of the book was stabbed to death and an Italian translator survived a knife attack. In 1993, the book’s Norwegian publisher was shot three times and survived.
Khomeini died the same year he issued the fatwa calling for Rushdie’s death. Iran’s current supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, never issued a fatwa of his own withdrawing the edict, though Iran in recent years hasn’t focused on the writer.
The death threats and bounty led Rushdie to go into hiding under a British government protection program, which included a round-the-clock armed guard. Rushdie emerged after nine years of seclusion and cautiously resumed more public appearances, maintaining his outspoken criticism of religious extremism overall.
In 2012, Rushdie published a memoir, “Joseph Anton,” about the fatwa. The title came from the pseudonym Rushdie used while in hiding. He said during a New York talk the same year the memoir came out that terrorism was really the art of fear.
“The only way you can defeat it is by deciding not to be afraid,” he said.
Anti-Rushdie sentiment has lingered long after Khomeini’s decree. The Index on Censorship, an organization promoting free expression, said money was raised to boost the reward for his killing as recently as 2016.
An AP journalist who went to the Tehran office of the 15 Khordad Foundation, which put up the millions for the bounty on Rushdie, found it closed Friday night on the Iranian weekend. No one answered calls to its listed telephone number.
Rushdie rose to prominence with his Booker Prize-winning 1981 novel “Midnight’s Children,” but his name became known around the world after “The Satanic Verses.”
Widely regarded as one of Britain’s finest living writers, Rushdie was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2008 and earlier this year was made a member of the Order of the Companions of Honor, a royal accolade for people who have made a major contribution to the arts, science or public life.
Organizers of the Edinburgh International Book Festival, which opens Saturday in Scotland and is one of the world’s largest literary gatherings, are encouraging guest authors to read a sentence from Rushdie’s work at the start of their events.
“We are inspired by his courage and are thinking of him at this difficult time,” festival director Nick Barley said. “This tragedy is a painful reminder of the fragility of things we hold dear and a call to action: We won’t be intimidated by those who would use violence rather than words.”
The Chautauqua Institution, about 55 miles (89 kilometers) southwest of Buffalo in a rural corner of New York, has served for more than a century as a place for reflection and spiritual guidance. Visitors don’t pass through metal detectors or undergo bag checks. Most people leave the doors to their century-old cottages unlocked at night.
The center is known for its summertime lecture series, where Rushdie has spoken before.
At an evening vigil, a few hundred residents and visitors gathered for prayer, music and a long moment of silence.
“Hate can’t win,” one man shouted.
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Associated Press journalists John Wawrow in Chautauqua; Jennifer Peltz, Hillel Italie and Edith Lederer in New York City; Carolyn Thompson in Buffalo, New York; Michael Hill in Albany, New York; Ted Shaffrey in Fairview, New Jersey; Nasser Karimi and Mehdi Fattahi in Tehran, Iran; Kareem Chehayeb in Beirut; and Jill Lawless in London contributed to this report.
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MIAMI, Aug. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovative Eyewear, Inc. ("Innovative Eyewear" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: LUCY; LUCYW), a developer and retailer of cutting-edge eyeglasses and sunglasses designed to allow the users to remain connected to their digital lives, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 980,000 units consisting of 980,000 shares of its common stock and two accompanying Warrants to purchase up to 1,960,000 shares of common stock. Each share of common stock is being sold together with two Warrants, each to purchase one share of common stock with an exercise price of $7.50 per share at a combined offering price of $7.50, for gross proceeds of approximately $7.35 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and offering expenses. In addition, Innovative Eyewear has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 147,000 shares of common stock and/or Warrants to purchase up to 294,000 shares of common stock to cover over-allotments at the initial public offering price, less the underwriting discount. All of the shares of common stock and warrants are being offered by the Company.
The shares of common stock and warrants are expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on August 15, 2022, under the symbols "LUCY" and "LUCYW," respectively. The offering is expected to close on August 17, 2022, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
The Company intends to use substantially all of the net proceeds from the offering for advancing its sales and marketing, expanding inventory, updating and producing in-store displays, developing new styles and sizes of the Company's smart eyewear, and for working capital and other general corporate purposes.
Maxim Group LLC is acting as the sole book-running manager in connection with the offering.
A registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-261616) was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), which became effective on August 12, 2022. A final prospectus relating to the offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov. The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement. Electronic copies of the prospectus relating to this offering, when available, may be obtained from Maxim Group LLC, 300 Park Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, New York 10022, at (212) 895-3745. Before investing in this offering, interested parties should read in its entirety the registration statement that the Company has filed with the SEC, which provides additional information about the Company and this offering.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
About Innovative Eyewear, Inc.
Innovative Eyewear is a developer and retailer of smart eyewear, which are designed to allow the users to remain connected to their digital lives, while also offering prescription eyewear and sun protection. The Company believes that traditional frames, no matter how attractive, do not possess the functionality that many eyeglass wearers need and want. Smart eyewear is a multifunctional product that addresses the needs of the optical, hearables and digital assistant markets. We believe that the Company's products are well positioned in this rapidly growing wearables ecosystem, with the mission to Upgrade Your Eyewear®. For more information, please visit www.lucyd.co.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, including those relating to the anticipated timing of completion of the offering and other statements that are predictive in nature. Forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and assumptions. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe-harbor for forward-looking statements. These statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking expressions, including, but not limited to, "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "estimate," "expect," "future," "intend," "may," "outlook," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "will," "would" and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the intended use of proceeds, expected date the Company's common stock and warrants will begin trading, the satisfaction of customary closing conditions and the expected date of the closing of the offering. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its registration statement on Form S-1, as amended from time to time, under the caption "Risk Factors."
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NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Unity Software Inc. (NYSE: U) between March 5, 2021 and May 10, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important September 6, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Unity securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Unity class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7381 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than September 6, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) deficiencies in Unity's product platform reduced the accuracy of the Company's machine learning technology; (2) the foregoing was likely to have a material negative impact on Unity's revenues; (3) accordingly, Unity had overstated its commercial and/or financial prospects for 2022; (4) as a result, Unity was likely to have to reduce its fiscal 2022 guidance; and (5) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Unity class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7381 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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HUNTSVILLE, Ala., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA launched the second phase of its Break the Ice Lunar Challenge to advance technology that is – quite literally – groundbreaking. The challenge invites the public to advance system technology for excavating and delivering lunar resources.
High on NASA's list of innovation priorities are technologies that use the Moon's resources to support sustainable surface operations while decreasing supply needs from Earth. This includes systems that could convert lunar ice into rocket fuel, drinkable water, or other vital resources.
"As NASA works to extend human exploration of the solar system, our first stop is a sustained presence on the Moon," said Jim Reuter, associate administrator for NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington. "New technologies and systems like these are essential for us to set a new paradigm for exploration."
Phase 1 of the Break the Ice Lunar Challenge launched in 2020, seeking to incentivize innovative approaches for excavating icy regolith – or Moon dirt – and delivering acquired resources in extreme lunar environmental conditions.
NASA has identified several technology gaps related to harvesting and moving large quantities of resources on the Moon, including hardware capable of operating in the extreme cold and permanent to near-permanent darkness. Robotic systems for excavation will need to withstand the harsh environments inside permanently shadowed regions at the lunar South Pole, the targeted landing site for crewed Artemis missions where ice has been observed.
In Phase 2 of the challenge, teams will be asked to design, build, and test an icy regolith excavation system prototype and an icy regolith transportation system prototype to maximize resource delivery while minimizing energy use and the mass of equipment delivered to the lunar surface. Phase 2 contains three levels, will last for 23 months, and offers a total prize purse of $3 million.
In Phase 2 competition level one, teams will develop detailed engineering designs and long-duration demonstration test plans for their prototype systems. Eligible U.S. teams that meet submission requirements for Phase 2 competition level one will be awarded an equal share of the $500,000 prize purse. All teams that meet the submission requirements for Phase 2 competition level one will advance to Phase 2 competition level two.
In Phase 2 competition level two, teams will build terrestrial analog full-scale prototypes and conduct durability demonstrations. The top-scoring U.S. team will receive $300,000; the second-highest scoring U.S. team will receive $200,000; the third-highest scoring U.S. team will receive $125,000; and up to five U.S. runners-up will receive $75,000 each. Up to 15 teams – including winners and runners-up – that exceed the minimum score will advance to Phase 2 competition level three.
In Phase 2 competition level three, teams will test the prototype systems built in Phase 2 competition level two. The top-scoring U.S. team will receive $1 million, and the second-highest scoring U.S. team will receive $500,000. In addition to cash prizes, NASA will also award opportunities to test concepts in a thermal vacuum that will simulate the temperature and atmospheric pressure conditions at the dusty lunar South Pole.
Up to three top-scoring international teams will be recognized as winners in competition level two and competition level three. International teams are not eligible to be awarded prize money or thermal vacuum testing opportunities.
In 2021, NASA awarded 13 teams a share of a $500,000 prize purse for their Phase 1 designs of system architecture for collecting and moving large amounts of icy regolith and water from a permanently shadowed region near the Moon's South Pole. Teams had seven months to register and submit a detailed system architecture, an excavation plan, and an animation of the system in operation. Thirty-one teams – including academia, industry, and independent inventors from 17 U.S. states, Canada, Australia, and Sri Lanka – submitted eligible proposals.
Phase 1 teams, as well as new competitors, are encouraged to register for Phase 2 on the challenge site by 11:59 p.m. on September 30, 2022.
The Break the Ice Lunar Challenge is a NASA Centennial Challenge, managed by NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Centennial Challenges are part of the Prizes, Challenges, and Crowdsourcing program within NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate. NASA has contracted Ensemble Consultancy to support the management of competitors for this challenge.
For more information about the challenge, go to:
https://breaktheicechallenge.com/
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SAN DIEGO, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MedModel, an application platform that solves one of the most pervasive challenges faced by medical aesthetics practices today - the lack of an available and diverse set of models to train on - has announced its expansion into the Los Angeles and Orange County markets and is currently accepting new medical models to add to its extensive database in those areas.
A first-of-its-kind platform founded in 2021 by medical aesthetics industry veteran, Jennifer Handler, MedModel provides a digital concierge service that connects top providers with training models in exchange for free treatment. By utilizing its searchable database, medical aesthetics practices can effectively fill training needs for injectable wrinkle reducers, facial fillers, and POD threads by selecting specific features including ethnicity, age, and specific treatments, streamlining the process of securing qualified models and ensuring that valuable training time is productive.
"I like to think of it as Bumble™ for the medical aesthetic industry," says Jen Handler, founder of MedModel. "The medical aesthetics facial injectable market is a $6.2 billion industry in the U.S. and one of the least known facts about it are the rigorous, on-going training requirements for even the most experienced physicians and injectors to refine their skills and perfect new techniques. Successful training requires models, but finding the right ones is often time consuming, expensive, and frustrating for providers. Conversely, there can be a significant barrier to entry for many people interested in medical aesthetic treatment due to cost. MedModel solves those problems by safely connecting top providers with a database of qualified models in their area."
Prospective models create a free MedModel profile by downloading the app, answering a series of questions, and submitting photos that give a clear view of various angles of the face. Once subscribed, profiles are available to view by subscribing providers and filtered according to their specific training criteria.
"Creating a profile contains no risk. The model has total control when it comes to accepting a training request and they can view provider profiles via the MedModel app," says Handler. "All subscribing providers must submit their National Prescriber Number and website information to be included on the MedModel app and training is overseen by experienced injectors or is conducted by experienced injectors looking to refine their skill set."
All consent is managed directly between the provider and the model.
MedModel is currently in Los Angeles, Orange County, New York, San Francisco, San Diego, and Austin, with future expansion planned throughout 2022.
For more information, please visit: www.medmodel.com
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Launching the World's Smallest 65W Charger on Indiegogo
OSAKA, Japan, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The World's Smallest Intelligent 65W Charger: NovaPort DUO 65W will be launched on Indiegogo this week by CIO Japan, a Japanese charger manufacturer in Osaka, Japan. This project raised over $275,000 USD on the Japanese crowdfunding site "Makuake".
The NovaPort DUO 65W is the world's smallest 2-port USB-C charger, it has a 65W high power output and a compact size that fits in the palm of your hand. Also, as a multi-port charger, it can power PCs, smartphones and tablets, as well as a variety of devices simultaneously.
It is equipped with CIO's original control technology "Nova Intelligence." Nova Intelligence instantly detects the optimal power for each device, from small devices to laptops, and provides a smarter, stress-free charging environment.
In addition, the heat dissipation and maximum power efficiency of the graphene and GaN chip make the NovaPort DUO the world's smallest USB-C charger.
The surface is coarsely grained like that of a high-end SLR camera. Resistant to scratches, its design makes it ideal for everyday use.
Here are the details again about this exciting project:
- One Charger To Power Every Device
- Lightweight and Pocket-Sized
- Lightning Quick Charging Time
- Fits In Any Space
- Eliminates Clutter
- Maximizes Productivity
About CIO: CIO Co., Ltd. has been striving to achieve greater convenience for people since 2017. Based on the concept, "delivering the latest and most exciting gadgets", CIO Co., Ltd. does not just import the products, but is committed to developing new products for customers.
NovaPort DUO will be launched on August 2: https://igg.me/at/novaportduo65w
For more information, contact us by email: smartcoby@connectinternationalone.co.jp
Mika Kamei
CIO Co., Ltd.
+81-90-3359-0282
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DALLAS, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: BHR) ("Braemar" or the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors (the "Board") declared a quarterly cash dividend for the third quarter ending September 30, 2022, of $0.3438 per diluted share, for the Company's 5.5% Series B Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock. This dividend is payable on October 17, 2022, to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2022.
The Board declared a quarterly cash dividend for the third quarter ending September 30, 2022, of $0.5156 per diluted share, for the Company's 8.25% Series D Cumulative Preferred Stock. This dividend is payable on October 17, 2022, to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2022.
The Board declared a monthly cash dividend for the Company's Series E Redeemable Preferred Stock equal to a quarterly rate of $0.4844 per share, payable as follows: $0.1614 per share will be paid on August 15, 2022 to stockholders of record as of July 29, 2022; $0.1614 per share will be paid on September 15, 2022 to stockholders of record as of August 31, 2022; and $0.1614 per share will be paid on October 17, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2022.
The Board declared a monthly cash dividend for CUSIP 10482B705 of the Company's Series M Redeemable Preferred Stock equal to a quarterly rate of $0.5188 per share, payable as follows: $0.1729 per share will be paid on August 15, 2022 to stockholders of record as of July 29, 2022; $0.1729 per share will be paid on September 15, 2022 to stockholders of record as of August 31, 2022; and $0.1729 per share will be paid on October 17, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2022.
The Board declared a monthly cash dividend for all remaining CUSIPs of the Company's Series M Redeemable Preferred Stock equal to a quarterly rate of $0.5125 per share, payable as follows: $0.1708 per share will be paid on August 15, 2022 to stockholders of record as of July 29, 2022; $0.1708 per share will be paid on September 15, 2022 to stockholders of record as of August 31, 2022; and $0.1708 per share will be paid on October 17, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2022.
As of June 30 2022, there were 4,508,487 shares of the Company's Series E Redeemable Preferred Stock and 395,945 shares of the Company's Series M Redeemable Preferred Stock issued and outstanding.
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Braemar Hotels & Resorts is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing in luxury hotels and resorts.
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These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated, including, without limitation: the impact of COVID-19, and the rate of adoption and efficacy of vaccines to prevent COVID-19, on our business and investment strategy; our ability to repay, refinance or restructure our debt and the debt of certain of our subsidiaries; anticipated or expected purchases or sales of assets; our projected operating results; completion of any pending transactions; risks associated with our ability to effectuate our dividend policy, including factors such as operating results and the economic outlook influencing our board's decision whether to pay further dividends at levels previously disclosed or to use available cash to pay dividends; our understanding of our competition; market trends; projected capital expenditures; the impact of technology on our operations and business; general volatility of the capital markets and the market price of our common stock and preferred stock; availability, terms and deployment of capital; availability of qualified personnel; changes in our industry and the markets in which we operate, interest rates or the general economy; and the degree and nature of our competition. These and other risk factors are more fully discussed in Braemar's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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SAN DIEGO, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aethlon Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: AEMD), a medical therapeutic company focused on developing products to diagnose and treat cancer and life threatening infectious diseases, today announced the publication of a peer-reviewed journal article in PLOS ONE. The article, titled "Removal of Clinically Relevant SARS-CoV-2 Variants by An Affinity Resin Containing Galanthus nivalis Agglutinin," contains data demonstrating that the proprietary GNA affinity resin of the Aethlon Hemopurifier® efficiently captures seven clinically relevant variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic. Viral capture efficiency ranged from 53% to 89% for the variants tested.
"These data demonstrate that the Hemopurifier can effectively capture a wide range of clinically relevant SARS-CoV-2 variants," said Charles J. Fisher, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Aethlon Medical. "As new variants and subvariants of this virus continue to emerge and induce new waves of the pandemic, health systems need innovative technologies that are agnostic to viral variations. The Hemopurifier may represent an opportunity to overcome this challenge and provide treatment to patients with severe COVID-19."
The Aethlon Hemopurifier, a clinical stage product candidate, is a therapeutic blood filtration system that has been demonstrated to bind and remove life-threatening viruses and harmful exosomes from blood. Aethlon currently is evaluating the safety and feasibility of the Hemopurifier in an active Early Feasibility Study (EFS), analogous to a Phase 1 clinical trial for a drug or biologic, which is designed to enroll up to 40 severe COVID-19 patients [NCT04595903]. The first patient in the study completed Hemopurifier treatment in the trial and nine hospitals are actively screening patients. Aethlon recently announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) accepted a protocol amendment to the study, notably eliminating the requirement of previous dialysis treatment, which will potentially enable accelerated enrollment in the ongoing study.
The newly published article can be found here: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0272377.
Aethlon Medical is a medical therapeutic company developing the Hemopurifier, a therapeutic blood filtration system indicated for infectious diseases and cancer. In human studies, the Hemopurifier has demonstrated the removal of life-threatening viruses and harmful exosomes from blood utilizing a proprietary lectin-based technology. This action has potential applications in cancer, where exosomes may promote immune suppression and metastasis, and in life-threatening infectious diseases.
The Hemopurifier is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designated Breakthrough Device indicated for the treatment of individuals with advanced or metastatic cancer who are either unresponsive to or intolerant of standard of care therapy, and with cancer types in which exosomes have been shown to participate in the development or severity of the disease. Under an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) application, the FDA approved a single site, open-label Early Feasibility Study (EFS) to evaluate the Hemopurifier for reducing cancer-associated exosomes prior to the administration of standard-of-care pembrolizumab (KEYTRUDA®) in patients with recurrent and/or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. The EFS is being conducted at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center.
The Hemopurifier also holds an FDA Breakthrough Device designation and an open IDE application related to the treatment of life-threatening viruses that are not addressed with approved therapies. A recent amendment to the IDE enabled Aethlon to implement a new EFS protocol to treat up to 40 COVID-19 patients at up to 20 clinical sites in the U.S. In two case studies of patients treated under Emergency Use (EU), the Hemopurifier demonstrated binding of SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and removal of SARS-CoV-2 virus from the circulation of a human patient.
Additional information can be found at www.AethlonMedical.com.
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Seasoned executive to help drive Axon's next phase of growth
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon (NASDAQ: AXON), the global leader in connected public safety technologies, has announced the appointment of Josh Isner to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this newly created role to expand the office of the CEO, Isner will oversee Axon's operational functions including business operations and execution, policies and employees.
"Josh has had a tremendous positive impact on Axon, including most recently during his tenure as chief revenue officer," says Axon CEO and founder, Rick Smith. "Given his passion for our mission and ability to execute, I am eager to continue working with Josh in his expanded role, as our entire company builds the public safety ecosystem of the future."
"I love Axon and our mission. I'm humbled by the trust our team, customers, and shareholders have placed in me," says Isner, Axon's new COO. "We're going to work our hardest every day to create and deliver value for each of those populations. And most of all, we will pursue our goal of protecting life with relentless vigor."
As Chief Revenue Officer, Isner was responsible for Axon's global growth, customer service, professional services, and sales operations. He helped to build Axon's revenue stream to support our 2022 guidance above $1 billion, driving historical annual growth rates exceeding 25%. He joined Axon as a member of the Leadership Development Program, and after rotating through several departments in the company, he eventually helmed and led the domestic video and cloud sales team to a record year in 2014. Josh previously held the roles of Director of Leadership Development, Northeast Regional Sales Executive, and VP of Video and Cloud Sales at TASER. He holds a BS in Government & Political Science from Harvard University.
Isner's expanded role was first disclosed in an 8-K filing last week.
Axon is a network of devices, apps and people that helps public safety personnel become smarter and safer. With a mission of protecting life, our technologies give customers the confidence, focus and time they need to keep their communities safe. Our products impact every aspect of a public safety officer's day-to-day experience with the goal of helping everyone get home safe.
We work hard for those who put themselves in harm's way for all of us. To date, more than 266,000 lives and countless dollars have been saved with the Axon Network of devices, apps and people. Learn more at www.axon.com or by calling (800) 978-2737. Axon is a global company with headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. and global software engineering hub in Seattle, Wash., as well as additional offices in Australia, Canada, Finland, Vietnam, the UK and the Netherlands.
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Gas prices jump to record highs in Kansas, Shawnee county
New average price for a gallon of regular gas is $4.56 in Kansas and $4.53 in Shawnee county
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Prices for unleaded regular gas have hit a new record high in Kansas and Shawnee county. If high prices are making you think twice about your next outing, there are some steps you can take to lower your cost.
“Consolidate your trips,” said Scott Martin, a retail sales associate for Triple A in Topeka. “If you’re going to be out and running errands and you’ve got something you’ve got to do tomorrow, maybe you could do it today instead of tomorrow.”
Martin also suggests lightning your load and travelling the speed limit.
“If you’re going to be on the road travelling, drive the speed limit,” said Martin. “If you have cruise control, set your cruise control so that it maintains the constant speed. Make sure that your vehicle is properly serviced. Your tires are properly inflated. If you are carrying stuff on top of your car, take it off. It causes drag on your vehicle.”
The high gas prices do have most people complaining about pain at the pump, but Kansas corn growers say that the high prices for gasoline means higher prices on ethanol which in turn drives up the price for corn.
“The one good aspect of fuel prices being what they are is that it is helping the ethanol industry,” said Marvin Kaus, a farmer from western Kansas stopping for gas in Topeka. “We raise corn and we grow fuel so it does have somewhat of a return effect on it.”
Even with the higher corn prices, Kaus still says it isn’t worth the extra cost for fuel on the farm.
“I wish there was more we could do about it, but we just have to bite the bullet and do what we can,” said Kaus.
If you are planning a road trip soon and want to fill up on the “cheap”, an excellent resource is gasprices.aaa.com. Here you can check the gas prices in each scounty in the state down to which city offers the cheapest average price per gallon of gas.
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This partnership will bring UBIX Advanced Intelligence to Sapphire's 1250 Customers
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UBIX Labs, the Advanced Analytics for Business company, today announced a strategic partnership with Sapphire, the leading provider of frictionless Digital Operations Transformation software and services to over 1250 mid-market to lower-enterprise companies, to simplify and accelerate the use of Advanced Analytics and Data Science to boost and accelerate the outcomes delivered by digital operations transformation.
Sapphire is the leading provider of multi-platform digital operations transformation in the UK and US and enables business to leverage the power of cloud digital platforms to transform all key business operating functions, from finance to supply chain, asset management to digital operations, and is a leading partner of SAP, ServiceNow, HxGN EAM, Infor SunSystems, and Automation Anywhere.
"Digital operations transformation is the new engine room of business differentiation and the unlimited supply of energy that enables greater agility, intelligence, speed, productivity, and efficiency and competitive advantage. UBIX provides that power. In a world where being 1% more intelligent, 1% more efficient, or 1% more predictive in running your business can deliver an exponential impact, UBIX drives that advantage" commented Chris Gabriel, Chief Strategy Officer at Sapphire.
"UBIX Labs and their rapid to deploy advanced data platform will turbo boost our customers' ability to make intelligent data driven decisions, without the huge dependencies, specialist AI and machine learning skills or complex technologies can sometimes demand. We now have a portfolio of data analytics and data science services that make us uniquely positioned to become the strategic data partner for our customers."
UBIX is an industry leading Advanced Analytics company that enables organizations of all sizes to leverage existing Customer Analytics, ERP & CRM infrastructure, blending transactional and external data to create new insights that drive intelligent action. With UBIX, business users and subject matter experts can quickly and affordably solve challenging analytics problems that are not possible without data science and AI. UBIX handles a wide variety of use cases including intelligent migration, front office, and back-office solutions.
"Through our relationship with Sapphire, more organizations can now exploit the power of UBIX for Intelligent Migration to the Cloud, preserving critical data assets and empowering an Advanced Analytics strategy," said John Burke, CEO of UBIX. "We know that leveraging UBIX's Advanced Analytics Platform, Sapphire can further strengthen its market position and emerge as a leader in delivering Intelligent Enterprise Solutions."
Together, the partnership will see Sapphire incorporate the UBIX Labs Platform into an extended offer across all its digital operating platform portfolio, and eventually lead to a Sapphire white labeled AI Services Platform powered by UBIX Labs.
UBIX is privately funded and based in Orange County, CA. For more information, visit http://www.ubixlabs.com.
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Which Briogeo shampoo is best?
Clean beauty is a fast-growing market as more people are paying attention not only to what they eat but also to what they slather on their skin. The cosmetics industry is relatively unregulated, meaning harmful chemicals can make their way into products we use every day, such as shampoo.
Briogeo hair care uses naturally derived ingredients that are “clean,” aka nontoxic. Whatever you put on your scalp can be absorbed through your pores, especially in a hot shower. You can keep your scalp and body healthy by using a clean scrub shampoo such as Briogeo Scalp Revival.
What to know before you buy a Briogeo shampoo
Knowing your hair type and scalp issues are important when buying a shampoo.
Fine or thin hair
Fine hair and thin hair are not the same thing, although they are often conflated.
- Fine hair refers to the thickness of your hair strands. If you have fine hair, your hair strands aren’t thick but you may have a lot of them. Fine hair is prone to getting greasy, and creamy shampoos can weigh it down. Fine hair can benefit from a gentle shampoo that will increase its volume.
- Thin hair — that is, not having as much hair — can also benefit from a volumizing shampoo.
Curly hair
Curly hair types can have wavy, curly or coily hair texture. Curl patterns are classified as Type 2, 3 and 4 — wavy, curly and kinky hair — on the typing chart originated by Oprah Winfrey’s hairstylist, Andre Walker. There are also subclassifications of these types from A-C, based on the width of your curl.
Curly hair textures typically need more moisture than straight hair (Type 1), so finding a creamy shampoo that won’t strip curls of their natural moisture, which can cause frizz, is a must.
Oily hair
Oily hair already has plenty of natural moisture from sebum, the oil produced at the scalp. An overproduction of sebum can cause your hair to look greasy and limp. A buildup of oil can also cause dandruff and hair loss. Balancing shampoos help regulate sebum production and clarifying shampoos remove or “detox” buildup. Washing your hair often with either shampoo type is the best avenue for oily hair types.
Dry or damaged hair
Dry hair is prone to damage and frizz. It can also feel coarse. A creamy shampoo helps hydrate and smooth hair. If your hair is damaged due to dryness or excessive styling with heat tools, such as a flat iron, a moisturizing shampoo with a strengthening formula can help repair and prevent further damage.
Color-treated hair
If you color or highlight your hair, you want to be sure your shampoo is color-safe and won’t fade your dye job or dry out your hair. All of Briogeo’s shampoos are sulfate-free and won’t strip your color. In addition, a shampoo formulated with protein-based ingredients and moisturizers will help preserve your color.
Dandruff issues
Dandruff causes a flaky scalp as well as dryness and itching. Treating dandruff with a specially formulated shampoo can not only relieve this uncomfortable condition, but with consistent use a dandruff shampoo can eliminate it altogether. Look for shampoos containing active ingredients such as tea tree oil, salicylic acid and charcoal. It can also be helpful to gently exfoliate your scalp using a scalp scrub or a scalp shampoo brush.
What to look for in a quality Briogeo shampoo
Briogeo offers a variety of collections that address specific needs.
Hydrating
The Don’t Despair, Repair! collection of shampoo and conditioning masks is one of Briogeo’s top sellers. The shampoo is ultra hydrating as well as sulfate-free, so it won’t strip your hair of its natural moisture while it deeply cleanses. The formula also strengthens damaged and dry hair, and can be used on all hair types.
Dandruff and scalp
The Scalp Revival collection is designed to treat dandruff and scalp conditions. The exfoliating shampoo comes in a scrub form and removes dead skin cells and product buildup that can dull the hair and cause itchiness. For people with dandruff, Briogeo offers a charcoal-infused shampoo containing salicylic acid and lactic acid to treat their flaky scalp.
Curl definition
The Curl Charisma collection is designed to keep curls defined and smooth. The shampoo is hydrating, as curly hair types need more moisture. This shampoo is appropriate for 2A-4C curl types. The creamy formula contains rice amino acids and other natural ingredients to enhance definition.
Frizz control
The Farewell Frizz collection helps smooth frizzy texture, whether you have curly or straight hair. Most frizz-smoothing shampoos contain silicone, a plastic, which can cause dull buildup on the hair over time. Instead of silicone, Briogeo’s smoothing shampoo contains natural argan and coconut oils to add sheen and seal the cuticle.
Volumizing
For limp, fine and thin hair, the Blossom & Bloom collection contains biotin and a natural sugar starch to plump up the hair for a fuller appearance. The volumizing formula promote both long-term and immediate fullness.
Nourishing and balancing
The Superfood collection offers balancing and replenishing shampoos that work for all hair types. These shampoos are inspired by the juicing craze and contain nutrient-dense ingredients you might find in your favorite health beverages, such as matcha and antioxidant-rich fruit. The balancing shampoo, the nourishing shampoo and replenishing shampoo all bring dull hair to life and offer gentle hydration.
Dry shampoo
Briogeo also offers a dry shampoo for oily hair types or for those who want to extend the life of their blowout. This spray shampoo goes on dry hair and soaks up excess oil at the roots. It is infused with charcoal to detox impurities from the scalp, making it a mini-scalp treatment as well. Dry shampoo is a great way to keep your hair fresh between washes.
Co-wash
For curly hair, a co-wash is an alternative to using a shampoo and conditioner by combining both products in one. It is designed for 2A-4C curl types and hydrates and cleanses the hair at the same time. Some curly haired users find co-washes work better for their hair type than traditional shampoo.
Fragrance-free
Most of Briogeo’s shampoos contain synthetic fragrance that can be irritating to sensitive users or undesirable for health-conscious ones. Their Be Gentle, Be Kind collection offers a hypoallergenic shampoo that is not only free of synthetic fragrance but also doesn’t contain essential oils.
How much you can expect to spend on a Briogeo shampoo
For an 8-ounce bottle of Briogeo shampoo, expect to pay $26-$42. The Superfood shampoos offer the most product per dollar at $29 for a 12.5-ounce bottle.
Briogeo shampoo FAQ
Are Briogeo shampoos all vegan and cruelty-free?
A. Yes, Briogeo shampoos are all vegan and cruelty-free, meaning they don’t test their products on animals. They are also gluten-free.
Are Briogeo shampoos all natural?
A. Most Briogeo shampoos are 92%-95% naturally derived, which means a small percentage of their ingredients are synthetic. If you’re sensitive, consider their Be Gentle, Be Kind hypoallergenic shampoo, which is 99% naturally derived and dermatologist approved.
What’s the best Briogeo shampoo to buy?
Top Briogeo shampoo
Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Scalp Scrub Shampoo
What you need to know: This shampoo scrub is a game-changer for people with dry, itchy scalps.
What you’ll love: The scrub is lightweight and leaves your hair clean and flake-free. The tea tree oil is refreshing and the shampoo has a pleasant, light scent. It gets rid of buildup, especially for users of dry shampoo. For many reviewers, it clears up flakes after just one use.
What you should consider: The tub is expensive but for many people who have had dandruff for a long time, it’s worth it.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora and Amazon
Top Briogeo shampoo for the money
Briogeo Be Gentle, Be Kind Banana + Coconut Nourishing Superfood Shampoo
What you need to know: A smoothie for your hair, this banana-infused shampoo nourishes and smooths frizzy hair.
What you’ll love: The lightweight formula doesn’t weigh down hair. It leaves your hair smelling pleasant and like a tropical vacation. It gives life to dry and dull hair. It’s gentle enough to be used every day.
What you should consider: Some users didn’t like the runny consistency of the juice-inspired shampoo.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora and Amazon
Worth checking out
Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Super Moisture Shampoo For Damaged Hair
What you need to know: This hydrating shampoo is great if you have dry, damaged, gray or curly hair.
What you’ll love: This thick shampoo cleanses as well as moisturizes. It strengthens hair and for some reviewers, it even reduces hair loss. It leaves hair soft and manageable, and not greasy.
What you should consider: Some consumers reported a strange plasticky smell to the shampoo.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
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NEW ORLEANS, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until June 27, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Natera, Inc. (NasdaqGS: NTRA), if they purchased the Company's shares between February 26, 2020 and April 19, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas.
Natera investors should visit us at https://claimsfiler.com/cases/nasdaq-ntra-1/ or call toll-free (844) 367-9658. Lawyers at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC are available to discuss your legal options.
Natera and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On March 14, 2022, a jury found that the Company intentionally and willfully misled the public through its false advertisements to market Prospera, a screening test for kidney transplant failure, in violation of the federal Lanham Act, the Delaware Deceptive Trade Practices Act, and Delaware common law, including that the Company's marketing falsely claimed that Prospera was more accurate than the competing kidney transplant testing offered by CareDx, Inc. Ultimately, the jury awarded CareDx $44.9 million in monetary damages. On this news, shares of Natera fell $8.81, or 22.5% to close at $30.32 per share on March 15, 2022.
Then, on April 19, 2022, the United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") issued a safety communication "to educate patients and health care providers and to help reduce the inappropriate use of [NIPTs]," a non-invasive prenatal test like the Company's product, Panorama, and cautioned that statements about NIPTs' reliability and accuracy "may not be supported with sound scientific evidence." On this news, shares of Natera fell as much as $1.53 per share, or approximately 3.9%, to close at $38.10 per share on April 20, 2022.
The case is John Harvey Schneider v. Natera, Inc., et al., No. 1:22-cv-00398.
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Inmate David Sweat, a convicted murder who escaped from an upstate New York prison in 2015, is staging a hunger strike after being transferred between northern New York correctional facilities, according to court documents.
Sweat, who has a history of hunger strikes according to the petition, started his current one "on or about March 25, 2022," prompting Great Meadow Superintendent Dennis Bradford to file a petition requesting to "involuntarily feed, medicate and hydrate" him. Any delay in this proceeding would be detrimental to Sweat's health, according to the document filed by Bradford.
He was transferred from Shawangunk Correctional Facility to Great Meadow Correctional Facility, per records.
A doctor who performed an assessment on Sweat earlier this month determined it is in his best interest to be fed by way of nasogastric tube or gastrostomy tube, to have fluids administered intravenously, and to have "necessary examinations performed," such as weight-taking and drawing of blood, according to an affidavit. The doctor also requested "the use of physical restraint or medication to calm the patient, if needed."
Sweat was also evaluated by the Office of Mental Health (OMH), who determined he was "alert and oriented" and "psychiatrically stable at this time," according to the affidavit.
Sweat told the OMH he will continue his hunger strike "until he is transferred to another facility further from Clinton Correctional Facility and closer to home," according to the document.
Sweat escaped from Clinton Correctional Facility with inmate Richard Matt, sparking a massive manhunt in 2015. Matt was shot and killed by officers in the third week of the manhunt.
CNN reached out to Sweat's attorney, Matthew Bliss, for comment.
A decision has not been made by the judge regarding whether to force-feed the inmate, according to records.
According to records, there has also been a motion filed to seal the case.
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Woman dies after impaled by beach umbrella
Published: Aug. 11, 2022 at 10:10 AM CDT|Updated: 9 minutes ago
GARDEN CITY, S.C. (WMBF/Gray News) - A woman was impaled Wednesday in Garden City by a beach umbrella in what appeared to be a freak accident.
According to the Horry County Coroner, Tammy Perreault, 63, of Horry County, was struck and impaled by a beach umbrella that was carried by the wind around 12:40 p.m.
Suffering from chest trauma, she was taken to Waccamaw ER where she succumbed to her injuries at 1:33 p.m., WMBF reported.
It’s not unheard of for beach umbrellas to cause serious injuries or death.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that there were roughly 2,800 unconfirmed beach umbrella-related injuries between 2010 and 2018.
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BEIJING, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recent years, VR applications have become a source of innovation and business transformation, with the boundaries between virtual and physical reality increasingly blurred.
Tourism in Thailand was hit hard by the pandemic, and winning back international visitors has once again taken precedent. In partnership with Realsee, a leader in integrated digital space integrated solutions, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hopes to accelerate the recovery of the local tourism industry by building an immersive VR marketing platform to showcase Thailand's beautiful hotels, resorts, restaurants, and museums using lifelike VR scenarios.
Using Realsee's proprietary spatial acquisition equipment and leading 3D reconstruction technology, these spaces will be accessible through virtual tours, allowing tourists to visit at anytime from anywhere. "With the help of REALSEE G1 smartphone gimbal, we'll be able to immerse guests in our charming environment, and share our VR link on social media for more exposure," said a representative from the famous Khao thong Hill Cafe.
Realsee VR technology is now front of mind for marketers seeking to differentiate and grow revenue. According to the head of Slater Resort Phuket, "Customers focus on the room layouts and facilities when selecting a hotel. This spatial information, lost in pictures alone, is restored through VR. This life-like feeling can help customers make better-informed decisions and improve booking conversion rates." The VR panoramic space created by Realsee allows consumers to navigate guided points easily, with embedded multimedia tags highlighting three-dimensional spatial information and enhancing the user experience.
In addition to tourism, Realsee VR technology has been widely adopted by major exhibitions and events. Due to the pandemic, restricted in-person attendance at exhibition sites has affected business conversion rates for participating brands. The 2022 annual Digital Economy Promotion Authority of Thailand (DEPA) exhibition invited Realsee to connect these missing links. Using the REALSEE G1, the five-floor venue was brought to life digitally. Visitors from around the world are able to tour the exhibition hall using a VR link, obtaining exhibition and brand information generated by the Realsee VR App.
As a trusted partner of global brands, Realsee has paved the way for a new way of doing business, bridging consumers with over 190+ brands in 27 countries. VR-enabled marketing is already widespread among many offline marketing events and has triggered a paradigm shift for both user experience and business efficiency in a digital era. Realsee's cutting-edge technology and cost-effective solutions have empowered marketers across industries, including real estate, home decoration, tourism, exhibitions, new retail, and more.
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Can Elon Musk be stopped from taking over Twitter?
By Clare Duffy, CNN Business
Ten days after Elon Musk disclosed he’d become Twitter’s largest shareholder, the world’s richest man has made an offer to buy the company outright.
Musk on Thursday offered to acquire all the shares in Twitter he does not own at a valuation of $41.4 billion, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Now, the ball is in Twitter’s court. Twitter’s board of directors, on which Musk declined a seat last weekend, will have to consider whether to come to the table to discuss a deal with Musk — a successful but sometimes erratic entrepreneur who recently suggested Twitter may be dying and that it should consider ditching the “w” from its name — or to pursue other avenues, including potentially seeking alternate buyers.
“The board has three options: One, they can go it alone, say, ‘Get lost, we’re good,'” said Donna Hitscherich, a senior lecturer at Columbia Business School. “Two is they can engage with Musk, either at this price or at another price. Three is they can find someone they like better.”
With all three options, however, Twitter and its employees appear to be in for a certain amount of disruption in the days and weeks ahead.
Twitter’s board is said to have convened a meeting at 10 a.m. ET Thursday to discuss the offer, according to a report from CNBC. The company is also holding an all-hands meeting with staff later today to discuss Musk’s takeover bid, a Twitter source told CNN Business. An internal message from Twitter CEO Parag Agarwal to staff read, “It’s important that we all come together today as #OneTeam. Please join me at 2:05pm PT for an all-hands. We will discuss today’s news and what’s next.”
Twitter declined to comment on the timing for the board meeting and reports of an all-hands meeting.
In his letter sent to the company announcing his offer, Musk said he believes “Twitter needs to be transformed as a private company.” He added: “Twitter has extraordinary potential. I will unlock it.”
Musk did acknowledge the uncertain road ahead. “I’m not sure I’ll actually be able to acquire it,” he said in an interview with TED on Thursday afternoon.
It’s possible that the board, which has a fiduciary duty to recommend what’s best for its shareholders, will determine Musk’s offer is a good one worth accepting. Musk’s offer of $54.20 per share is an 18% premium over Wednesday’s closing price and is 38% higher than its closing price on April 1, the last trading day before Musk disclosed his more than 9% ownership stake in Twitter.
“The offer looks very attractive, well priced, and the board, with all its fiduciary duties, is going to have to look carefully at it to see if it’s a fair price and, of course, if the takeover makes sense to everybody in the longer run,” said Mike Useem, a professor of management at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School.
He added that the board may also consider what a takeover by the Tesla and SpaceX CEO could mean for employees and users of the platform, some of whom have voiced concerns about Musk’s influence. But the effect on shareholders will likely be the board’s highest priority.
Still, it’s unlikely the board will simply say, “Yes, thank you very much, and accept the offer,” said Kenneth Henderson, partner at law firm Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner. As part of its process to consider the deal, the board will likely analyze and discuss with lawyers and bankers how Musk’s offer compares to the company’s potential long-term value if it continues on its current path as a public company with its existing strategy.
“In our view, the deal does not get done at this level, and Twitter’s Board will not view this offer, or Mr. Musk leading a change in the company, as in the best interest of the company or shareholders,” Wedbush analyst Ygal Arounian said in an investor note Thursday. Although higher than its recent trading prices, Musk’s offer is well below the nearly $72 that Twitter’s stock was trading at last July following a strong earnings report.
It appears not all of Twitter’s shareholders are enthusiastic about the idea of a Musk takeover. Billionaire Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, who runs the investment firm Kingdom Holding Company in Saudi Arabia, another large Twitter shareholder, tweeted Thursday that the offer doesn’t “come close to the intrinsic value of @Twitter given its growth prospects … I reject this offer.”
Twitter’s stock fluctuated a bit Thursday but remained mostly flat, around $46, well below Musk’s offer price, suggesting some possible hesitation about the deal or skepticism from investors about it going through. (It may also suggest some skepticism about how serious Musk, who ended up in hot water with regulators in 2018 after falsely suggesting that he had secured funding to take Tesla private, is about completing the deal.)
If the board doesn’t want to play ball with Musk, it may have a few other options. Musk’s offer may open the door for other would-be Twitter owners to make their own bids, potentially at a higher price. Twitter has been an acquisition target in the past, but some of its potential buyers — its larger rivals — may be restrained in making bids because of recent antitrust scrutiny.
The board could also quickly put in place what’s called a “poison pill,” a corporate anti-takeover tactic that essentially reserves the right for all shareholders other than a hostile party to buy more shares at a steep discount, effectively diluting the hostile party’s stake in the company. Such a maneuver would likely kick in if Musk — perhaps looking for other ways to bolster his control over the company or to sidestep the board — decided to make a “tender offer” to buy shares en masse directly from shareholders. And while it wouldn’t necessarily stop Musk in his tracks, it could help bring him to the negotiating table to discuss a higher price, Henderson said.
Still, it might be in the board’s best interest to play nice with Musk as much as possible. Musk suggested in his filing that Thursday’s offer was his “best and final” and that if the board didn’t accept, he would “need to reconsider my position as a shareholder.” If Musk dumps his shares, that could be bad news for Twitter’s stock price and for the company’s leadership team.
Musk, too, could benefit from a friendly process. “It’s best to do it friendly because … [Musk] would like to be able to do due diligence and understand the business,” Hitscherich said.
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- BELOBABA becomes lead investor after the tokenisation of the club last March in a round of security token financing
- The agreement was presented this Friday at the Ubeat Live festival, which served to detail Team Queso's new strategic alliance in its commitment to GameFi
- This joint venture opens up a range of opportunities for collaboration between the two organisations through the creation of new lines of business
MADRID, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Team Queso, a leading esports club in mobile gaming, takes a step forward in its business strategy by incorporating BELOBABA, the leading investment fund in the tokenised video game industry and member of the Blockchain Game Alliance (BGA), as a lead investor, with a contribution of €1M.
Beyond the financial investment, BELOBABA will bring its proven expertise in the field of decentralised finance as the first hedge fund with a regulated security token (KHAN). In March of this year, the esports club opened a financing round through the issuance of security tokens that gave investors the right to participate in the company. In part, the sale of these is aimed at acquiring 20% of the club's equity.
BELOBABA and the Blockchain division of Team Queso, TQ Olympo, revealed the details of their strategic alliance that will lead the way in the tokenisation of esports, facilitating access to Blockchain Gaming to investors and fans; and that will also be a definitive step in the tokenisation of the club, a benchmark in mobile gaming and in its commitment to GameFi.
All of this was part of the opening day of the Ubeat Live esports, freestyle and urban art festival, which took place this Friday, 1 July, at Fira de Barcelona and will run until Sunday, 3 July. This event brings together the main esports clubs of the scene and is presented as a reference event for Gen Zers.
The co-founder and CEO of Team Queso, Álvaro González de Buitrago, explained during the presentation that the agreement reached with BELOBABA is "a fundamental strategic step in the trajectory of the club. To be backed by the first regulated crypto fund as a lead investor consolidates the project we started a few months ago with the tokenisation of the club and, secondly, makes us see that we are heading in the right direction. We want to revolutionise the esports sector with this step forward and having BELOBABA as a partner is the best guarantee of success".
"Being able to invest in a leading project with TQ Olympo is great news for the growth of BELOBABA. This strategic alliance will reaffirm the company's position as a benchmark investment fund in the sector of tokenised video games and their integration into esports, which are key for the mass adoption of cryptocurrencies," said the company's founder and chairman, Lluís Mas.
A pioneering agreement in the esports sector
With this agreement, BELOBABA will directly participate in Team Queso's business which, according to BELOBABA, is a "groundbreaking project in gaming and esports with great projection".
Thanks to this joint venture, the regulated crypto fund will have access to the entire community of one of the best teams in the world in terms of competition in mobile gaming, which opens up a wide range of possibilities for collaboration to grow both organisations through the opening of new lines of business such as cross-marketing actions; educational programmes in gaming, esports, blockchain and cryptocurrencies; or the creation of a venture capital area for joint investment and exploitation in new tokenised gaming projects.
For its part, the esports club, through the partnership with BELOBABA, receives in return a significant investment that will allow it to improve the different divisions of the club, its content creation and to invest in technology.
Team Queso not only offers content for entertainment, but also intends to provide extra value to its entire community and to this end will provide free training courses for all Team Queso investors, as well as boot camps for all those related to the gaming and esports sector. In addition, it will have a blockchain games research team that will promote the professionalisation of these blockchain games given that they are the games content creators play on a daily basis.
About Team Queso
Team Queso is a Spanish esports organisation founded in February 2017 by YouTuber Álvaro "Alvaro845" González de Buitrago and Alicia "Alimorol" Morote Oliver. It features teams competing via mobile, PC and console. The club was Clash Royale world champion in 2020, as well as several times European and South American champion in other titles such as Rocket League or PUBG Mobile. As part of its strategy to expand into new business areas, Team Queso acquired the esports information platform Appgrade and the Patographics studio, which is integrated into the audiovisual content department; in addition to the video game company Metaworld, from which Chili Cheese Games, a mobile and blockchain video game studio, originated.
About BELOBABA
BELOBABA is the first multi-strategy cryptocurrency hedge fund with a regulated security token. Endorsed by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission, the KHAN token provides its holders with rights to capital growth from multiple trading strategies on specialised exchanges and a transparent governance regime, which enables investment decisions to be made with the advice of a team of specialist and experienced advisors who provide insight based on technical, fundamental, on-chain and sentiment analysis. BELOBABA also has a native utility token for its BBCN community, powered by the BELOBABA Academy training centre and available through the BELOBABA Launchpad incubator.
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DUBLIN, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AerCap Holdings N.V. ("AerCap") (NYSE: AER) has announced its major business transactions during the second quarter 2022:
- Signed 125 lease agreements, including 11 widebody aircraft, 43 narrowbody aircraft, 2 regional jets, 32 engines and 37 helicopters.
- Completed 16 purchases for 13 aircraft (including 9 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft and 1 Airbus A220 aircraft for AerCap's owned aircraft portfolio and 3 aircraft for AerCap's managed aircraft portfolio), 1 engine and 2 helicopters.
- Executed 43 sale transactions for 27 aircraft (including 1 Airbus A320 Family aircraft, 2 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, 2 Airbus A330s, 3 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, 5 Boeing 737NGs, 6 Boeing 767-300ERs and 1 Boeing 747-400F from AerCap's owned aircraft portfolio and 7 aircraft from AerCap's managed aircraft portfolio), 12 engines and 4 helicopters.
AerCap is the global leader in aviation leasing with one of the most attractive order books in the industry. AerCap serves approximately 300 customers around the world with comprehensive fleet solutions. AerCap is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (AER) and is based in Dublin with offices in Shannon, Miami, Singapore, Memphis, Amsterdam, Shanghai, Abu Dhabi, Seattle, Toulouse and other locations around the world.
This press release contains certain statements, estimates and forecasts with respect to future performance and events. These statements, estimates and forecasts are "forward-looking statements". In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may," "might," "should," "expect," "plan," "intend," "will," "aim," "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "predict," "potential" or "continue" or the negatives thereof or variations thereon or similar terminology. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this press release are forward-looking statements and are based on various underlying assumptions and expectations and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions, and may include projections of our future financial performance based on our growth strategies and anticipated trends in our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors, including the impacts of, and associated responses to: the Ukraine conflict; the Covid-19 pandemic; our ability to successfully integrate GECAS' operations and employees and realize anticipated synergies and cost savings; and the potential impact of the consummation of the GECAS transaction on relationships, including with employees, suppliers, customers and competitors, that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. As a result, we cannot assure you that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate or correct. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the future performance or events described in the forward-looking statements in this press release might not occur. Accordingly, you should not rely upon forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results and we do not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. Except as required by applicable law, we do not undertake any obligation to, and will not, update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Gusty Winds with scattered snow, rain and a few thunderstorms
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THURSDAY EVENING TO 3 PM FRIDAY:
- 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…From 9 PM Thursday evening to 3 PM Friday.
- 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.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects before the strong winds begin. Boaters on American Falls Reservoir should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft.
OVERNIGHT: Chance of rain and snow with lows into the mid 30's for the Snake River Plain. Winds at 10-15 MPH, with gusts at 20-30 MPH. Stronger wind speeds possible in the Lower Snake River Plain and Magic Valley.
FRIDAY: Rain and snow showers in the morning and mid-day, with drying conditions through the afternoon and evening. Highs into the mid 50's, with gusty winds in the 15-35 MPH range.
SATURDAY: Mostly sunny with highs into the lower 60's with winds at 10-20 MPH.
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What do you need to protect your stuff while traveling?
When traveling, the last thing you want to worry about is whether or not your valuables are safe. In the airport, on the street and even at your lodging, it’s important to have the right products along for the trip to make sure that your valuables are safe and secure.
Aside from suitcases, bags and wallets, be sure to consider add-ons such as a TSA-approved lock or money belt. If you’re more concerned about keeping your stuff safe from the elements than safe from other people, consider options like backpack rain covers or waterproof pouches.
Best suitcases to keep your stuff safe while traveling
Top carry-on suitcase to keep your stuff safe
Andiamo Classico Zipperless Suitcase
What you need to know: The Andiamo Classico is a must-have for frequent flyers and is especially recommended for domestic flights when you fly with valuables.
What you’ll love: Small enough to be a carry-on bag, the Classico is a zipperless suitcase equipped with a TSA lock to ensure that prying hands won’t have access to your valuables.
What you should consider: This suitcase is a bit pricey for a carry-on bag but more than makes up for it with its long lifespan.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top affordable carry-on suitcase to keep your stuff safe
What you need to know: This sleek suitcase from Coolife comes with a TSA lock and a durable exterior to keep your stuff safe while traveling.
What you’ll love: This carry-on has a spacious interior and plenty of pockets to store your valuables.
What you should consider: This suitcase closes with a zipper but is notably durable compared to similar models from other brands.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top full-sized suitcase to keep your stuff safe
What you need to know: The Pelican Air 1615 is designed to get your valuables from point A to point B as safely as possible. It is waterproof and ultra-durable.
What you’ll love: This case works great as a checked bag and makes traveling with valuables a breeze with its zipperless design and built-in TSA lock.
What you should consider: This case is bulky and the shape of it can make transporting it on your own a bit awkward, but the amount of space and security that it provides is unmatched.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top affordable full-sized suitcase to keep your stuff safe
Samsonite Freeform 28 inch Hardside Expandable Suitcase
What you need to know: This full-sized hard-side suitcase is durable and comes with a TSA lock.
What you’ll love: It is a very spacious suitcase and can be expanded to fit more luggage.
What you should consider: It is closed with a zipper that may wear out over time.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best backpacks to keep your stuff safe while traveling
Top backpack to keep your stuff safe while traveling
Nomatic Navigator Travel Backpack
What you need to know: This backpack is large enough to fit everything you’ll need while still being small enough to carry onto an airplane.
What you’ll love: The Navigator is made out of water-resistant material and has anti-theft features.
What you should consider: This backpack advertises a compartment that can fit laptops up to 17 inches but it is a tight fit for most 15-inch laptops.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top affordable backpack to keep your stuff safe while traveling
What you need to know: This basic backpack is great for carrying around valuables while traveling thanks to its secret anti-theft compartment.
What you’ll love: The design of this backpack is not only durable but also stylish. Even though it looks small, it can fit a lot of things.
What you should consider: It’d be difficult to find a better backpack with security features for the price but consider whether or not you will need a larger bag for your specific needs.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best wallets to keep your money safe
Top wallet to keep your money safe while traveling
NOMATIC Slim Minimalist Front Pocket Wallet
What you need to know: This front-pocket wallet from Nomatic is a great option for carrying your cash, cards and keys on the go.
What you’ll love: This wallet can carry up to 15 cards and has a hidden pocket for cash and keys.
What you should consider: Carrying a front-pocket wallet is safer when traveling, especially in crowded places, but this design may not accommodate you if you carry a lot of cash.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top affordable wallet to keep your money safe while traveling
Travelambo Front Pocket Leather Wallet
What you need to know: This wallet is stylish and comes with plenty of pockets for cards and cash.
What you’ll love: The design, durability and security that this wallet provides are unmatched for its cheap price tag.
What you should consider: This wallet holds up to six cards, so it may not be big enough if you plan to carry several debit, credit, identification or gift cards.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Next-generation solution improves patient experience, outcomes tracking, and practice revenues for EMR users
PHOENIX, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WebPT, the leading rehab therapy platform for enhancing patient care and fueling business growth, today announces the release of the Keet Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) Dashboard and enhanced integrations with the WebPT and Insight EMRs. Users now can take advantage of enhanced real-time integration with the Keet platform, including its new RTM capabilities. These new workflows will enable rehab therapists to improve the patient experience, better track patient outcomes, and increase practice revenues that leverage RTM billing codes.
"When we acquired Keet Health earlier this year, we committed to continuing Keet's laser focus on extraordinary digital-health innovation," said Ashley Glover, CEO at WebPT. "We also wanted to make it easier for WebPT EMR and Insight EMR users to access the benefits of Keet without duplicating work. As a result, practices now can take advantage of seamless integrations between our EMR products and Keet's expanded functionality—and get even more value from their investments in our platforms."
Specifically, WebPT has expanded solutions and functionality for Keet Health, Insight EMR, and WebPT EMR users through the following integrations and new offerings:
- The new Keet RTM Dashboard presents new patient engagement opportunities and tracks a patient's progress and the therapist's remote monitoring time, allowing the clinic to confidently bill for the four new RTM CPT codes that apply to outpatient therapy.
- Keet Health now offers WebPT EMR users a near real-time integration. The connection, which has been available for Insight EMR users, includes three solutions—Keet Engage, Keet Outcomes, and the new Keet RTM Dashboard—and ensures that they are easy to use for clinicians and patients.
In addition to enabling new revenue streams, digital RTM support can also accelerate patient recovery by remotely ensuring patients comply with their plans of care. "An important and timely addition to the digital health needs of every clinic is remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM)," said Troy Bage, PT, DPT, Chief Operating Officer at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy. "Not only can RTM technology support better communication with your patients, but it also can help improve patient adherence and outcomes."
"WebPT remains passionately focused on improving experiences and outcomes for providers and patients," said Greg Ingino, Chief Technology Officer at WebPT. "Adding new Keet integrations to the WebPT EMR delivers on our commitment to help rehab therapists save time on documentation and administrative processes. This allows them to do what they do best: treat patients."
To learn more about WebPT products and integrations, visit webpt.com.
WebPT is the leading rehab therapy platform for enhancing patient care and fueling business growth. WebPT's product suite provides a robust end-to-end solution covering the entire rehab therapy business cycle, including the tools and knowledge necessary to maximize performance, revenue, and patient outcomes. With a 99% retention rate and an uptime rate in excess of 99.9% across its entire platform, WebPT is the most-trusted and most-reliable solution in the industry, regardless of practice setting, specialty, or size. Learn more at webpt.com.
Keet Health, a WebPT company, improves the digital experience and clinical outcomes for patients treated by outpatient rehab, orthopedic, and hospital-based practices. Comprising three solutions, the Keet platform features Engage, for patient communication, education, and progress tracking; Outcomes, for performance benchmarking and value-based program participation; and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) Dashboard, for billing RTM-based CPT codes. Keet drives better outcomes—for patients and for practices. Learn more at keethealth.com.
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Asurion repair experts provide fast fixes on phones, tablets, laptops and more
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Electronics repair shop Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™ has opened two new locations on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The stores offer professional fixes for most consumer electronics, from smartphones, tablets and computers to game consoles, smart speakers, drones and more.
While common repairs include cracked screens, battery issues and water damage, the company's repair experts have fixed millions of devices and can help with most any tech mishap, and many basic repairs can be completed in 45 minutes or less.
"We all rely on technology to keep us connected, none more than military families," said Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions CEO Dave Barbuto. "I come from an Army family myself and served as an infantry officer for eight years, so I know firsthand what a lifeline technology can be – whether you're on base here in the states or deployed overseas. At Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions, we're excited to make life just a little easier for those stationed, living and working on base, with expert tech help available where and when they need it. We make sure your tech is working, so you never have to be disconnected from the things that matter most to you."
The stores' expert repair technicians fix all kinds of technology, regardless of make or model, and the stores are authorized repair providers for Samsung Galaxy® and Google Pixel™ smartphones. Soldiers, Airmen and families at Joint Base Lewis-McChord can book a repair appointment online or stop by for walk-in service. The stores offer free, no-obligation diagnostics on all gadgets, as well as a 1-year limited warranty on all repairs. They even offer a price match guarantee on any local competitor's regularly published price for the same repair.
The new Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions stores brings the company's retail footprint to more than 750 locations across the U.S. Formerly known as uBreakiFix®, all U.S. locations are rebranding as Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions. The rebrand is underway nationwide.
The new stores are located at:
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions
504 Barnes Blvd, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98439
(253) 620-7001
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions
5280 Pendleton Ave, Fort Lewis, WA 98433 (253) 390-5262
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions, formerly known as uBreakiFix, is the retail brand operated and franchised by a subsidiary of tech care company Asurion. As the world's leading tech care company, Asurion eliminates the fears and frustrations associated with technology to ensure its 300 million customers get the most out of their devices, appliances, and connections. Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions stores specialize in the repair of consumer technology, including smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers, and nearly everything in between. Asurion Tech Repair and Solutions repair experts fix cracked screens, software issues, camera issues, and most other tech mishaps at more than 750 stores across the U.S. The stores provide fast, affordable fixes for nearly any device type, regardless of make or model, including authorized repairs for Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy smartphones.
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Credit Suisse Group AG ("Credit Suisse" or the "Company") (NYSE: CS) and certain of its officers. The class action, filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and docketed under 22-cv-02477, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired Credit Suisse securities between March 19, 2021 and March 25, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), seeking to recover damages caused by Defendants' violations of the federal securities laws and to pursue remedies under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act") and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder, against the Company and certain of its top officials.
If you are a shareholder who purchased or otherwise acquired Credit Suisse securities during the Class Period, you have until June 28, 2022 to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com. To discuss this action, contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888.476.6529 (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
Credit Suisse, together with its subsidiaries, provides various financial services in Switzerland, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Asia Pacific. The Company offers private banking and wealth management solutions, including advisory, investment, financial planning, succession planning, and trust services, and financing and lending, and multi-shore platform solutions.
Credit Suisse has a history of business dealings with Russian oligarchs, or ultra-high net worth business leaders possessing significant political influence. For example, an article published by Financial Times on February 7, 2022, entitled "Credit Suisse securitizes yacht loans to oligarchs and tycoons", cited a recent investor presentation for a synthetic securitization deal, in which Credit Suisse sold off $80 million worth of risk related to a $2 billion portfolio of loans backed by assets owned by certain of the bank's ultra-high net worth clients (the "Securitization Deal"), which disclosed that, in 2017 and 2018, Credit Suisse experienced 12 defaults on yacht and aircraft loans, a third of which were related to U.S. sanctions against Russian oligarchs. Press reports at the time indicated that Russian billionaires Oleg Deripaska, Arkady Rotenberg, and Boris Rotenberg had to terminate private jet leases with Credit Suisse in those years.
Beginning in or around October 2021, Russia commenced a major military build-up near the Russo-Ukrainian border, in apparent preparation for an invasion of Ukraine. Although the Russian government repeatedly denied it had plans to invade or attack Ukraine, the U.S. later released intelligence of Russian invasion plans, including satellite photographs showing Russian troops and equipment near the Russo-Ukrainian border.
In November 2021, as Russia's military buildup on the Russo-Ukrainian border continued, the Company entered the Securitization Deal.
Just months later, on February 24, 2022, Russian military forces invaded Ukraine. In the immediate aftermath of the invasion, Western governments including, among others, the U.S., Canada, and the European Union, imposed significant sanctions on Russia. The sanctions included, inter alia, measures targeting Russia's ultrawealthy oligarchs by denying them access to the global financial system and by, in some cases, authorizing the seizure of certain of their high-value assets located outside of Russia.
Barely a week after the commencement of the Russian invasion and the retaliatory sanctions imposed by Western nations, news outlets reported that Credit Suisse had requested non-participating investors who received information about the Company's loan portfolio to destroy and permanently erase any confidential information that Credit Suisse provided to them regarding the Securitization Deal.
The complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and compliance policies. Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Credit Suisse had deficient disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting; (ii) Credit Suisse's practice of lending money to Russian oligarchs subject to U.S. and international sanctions created a significant risk of violating rules pertaining to those sanctions and future sanctions; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected the Company to an increased risk of heightened regulatory scrutiny and/or enforcement actions; (iv) the Securitization Deal concerned loans that Credit Suisse made to Russian oligarchs previously sanctioned by the U.S.; (v) the purpose of the Securitization Deal was to offload the risks associated with these loans and mitigate the impact on Credit Suisse of sanctions likely to be implemented by Western nations in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine; (vi) Credit Suisse's request that non-participating investors destroy documents related to the Securitization Deal was intended to conceal the Company's noncompliance with U.S. and international sanctions in its lending practices; (vii) the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to subject the Company to enhanced regulatory scrutiny and significant reputational harm; and (viii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
On March 28, 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Reform sent Credit Suisse a letter asking the Company to turn over information and documents about a portfolio of loans backed by yachts and private jets owned by clients, potentially including sanctioned Russian individuals. In the letter, House Oversight Chair Carolyn Maloney and Rep. Stephen Lynch, chair of the Subcommittee on National Security, questioned Credit Suisse's request that hedge funds and other non-participating investors "destroy documents" related to yachts and private jets owned by the bank's clients. "Given the timing of this request and its subject matter," the House Democrats wrote, "Credit Suisse's action raises significant concerns that it may be concealing information" about whether participants in the deal may be "evading sanctions" imposed by the West after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
On this news, Credit Suisse's stock price fell $0.21 per share, or 2.58%, to close at $7.94 per share on March 28, 2022.
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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Tupperware struggles in Q1, withdraws guidance, taps new CFO
By MICHELLE CHAPMAN
AP Business Writer
Tupperware’s turnaround isn’t exactly going as planned, with inflation, COVID-19 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine all weighing on the consumer products company. Sales dropped 16% in the first quarter, with Miguel Fernandez, President and CEO of Tupperware Brands, acknowledging that the company’s turnaround still needs a lot more work. The company withdrew its financial projections for the rest of the year and named a new chief financial officer. The company’s stock shed a third of its value. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/04/tupperware-struggles-in-q1-withdraws-guidance-taps-new-cfo/ | 2022-05-04T18:03:12Z |
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quility, an award-winning insurtech company, has partnered with Life Happens, a non-profit dedicated to educating consumers on the importance of life insurance. This collaboration marks Quility's inaugural college scholarship.
Since 2005, Life Happens has provided financial support to college-bound seniors and college students who have experienced the death of a parent or guardian with little to no life insurance. To date, they've awarded more than $2.5M among 750+ students. Quility is thrilled to collaborate with Life Happens and to announce MaKayla Cook as the recipient of the 2022 Quility Life Lessons Scholarship.
"These days, receiving a college education is a huge financial burden for many families," says Whit Zeh, Quility's Senior Director of Corporate Well Being and Community Outreach. "I cannot begin to imagine the added financial hardship of losing a parent, with little to no life insurance, while simultaneously navigating the cost of higher education. The Life Happens Scholarship Program offers both an incredible way to support students who have suffered loss, and an opportunity to remind everyone about the importance of life insurance. The student Quility selected has shown grace and perseverance that is, and will continue to be, a wonderful lesson in life for us all. We are truly grateful to Life Happens for creating such an impactful program and we look forward to supporting many more students in the years to come."
Makayla's mother passed away unexpectedly on August 5, 2021. Just two weeks before her passing, her mother lost her job and all employer-provided benefits, including life insurance. MaKayla paid for her mother's funeral with money she had saved throughout high school and friends and family pulled resources to help with other immediate expenses.
MaKayla's resilient spirit and determination have carried her through grief and the collective stress brought forth by the pandemic. Today, she is working 40 hours per week in addition to her coursework at Appalachian State University. When she graduates, MaKayla will be the first in her family to achieve a college degree.
As a corporate sponsor, Quility will financially support MaKayla for one full academic year. The company plans on sponsoring additional students in the coming years and is encouraging its large network of agents to do the same.
You can learn more about applying for a scholarship, making a donation, or becoming a corporate sponsor by visiting the Life Lessons Scholarship Program.
You can also explore the many ways Quility serves its communities through sustainable engagement by reviewing Quility's Impact.
Quility uses innovative and proprietary technology to modernize the process of qualifying for and purchasing life insurance. The Quility digital platform offers clients the option to apply for life insurance online through a ten-minute application or with the support of a licensed insurance agent. To learn more, visit quility.com.
Life Happens is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping consumers take personal financial responsibility through the ownership of life insurance and related products. The organization does not endorse any product, company or insurance advisor. Since its inception in 1994, Life Happens has provided the highest quality, independent and objective information for people seeking help with their insurance buying decisions. To learn more, visit Life Happens.
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MOSCOW (AP) — At least 17 people have died in last week’s fire at a Russian military research facility, authorities said Monday.
The regional government in Tver, a city about 180 kilometers (112 miles) northwest of Moscow, said that so far only five of the victims had been identified.
The blaze at the Central Research Institute for Air and Space Defense of the Russian Defense Ministry in Tver erupted Thursday and it took authorities a day to put it out.
Officials previously said 27 people were injured and 13 of them were hospitalized.
The cause of the fire wasn’t immediately clear.
The research institute was involved in the development of some of the state-of-the-art Russian weapons systems, reportedly including the Iskander missile. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/17-dead-in-russian-military-research-facility-fire-last-week/ | 2022-04-25T23:07:00Z |
A deadly cholera outbreak linked to contaminated drinking water has infected thousands of people in central Pakistan as the country grapples with a water crisis exacerbated by a brutal heat wave in South Asia.
Temperatures in parts of Pakistan and India have reached record levels in recent weeks, putting the lives of millions at risk as the effects of the climate crisis are felt across the subcontinent.
Cholera cases were first identified in Pir Koh, a remote mountainous town in Balochistan province, on April 17. Since then, more than 2,000 people have been have been infected and six have died, according to Dr. Ahmed Baloch, from the health department of Balochistan.
Residents in Pir Koh say they have no access to clean drinking water. The lack of rain this year has caused nearby ponds to dry up, with their only source of water being a pipeline which had "rusted and contaminated the water supply," said local resident Hassan Bugti.
"Residents are forced to drink dirty water," he said.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered "emergency relief measures" to curb the cholera outbreak in Pir Koh, and the military has been called in to help provide mobile water tanks to ensure clean drinking water gets to the population and set up medical camps to treat the sick.
Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness that kills thousands of people worldwide each year. It is easily transmitted, by consuming food or water contaminated with the fecal bacteria Vibrio cholerae. And scientists have warned of the severe impacts of climate change on human health, with rising temperatures encouraging the spread of dangerous pathogens such as cholera.
The outbreak comes as Pakistan faces a serious water crisis and an early onset heat wave that the Pakistan Meteorological Department said has been persistent across the nation since the start of the month.
Jacobabad, one of the hottest cities in the world, in central Sindh province, hit 51 degrees Celsius (123.8 degrees Fahrenheit) on Sunday, and 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) the day before. Average high temperatures in the city this month have been around 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit).
The heat is unlikely to abate soon. While dust storms, gusty winds and scattered showers and thunderstorms brought relief to parts of the country over the past couple of days, temperatures are expected to ramp back up from Wednesday, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department.
Pakistan's Minister for Climate Change Sherry Rehman on Monday said Pakistan was among the most water-stressed countries in the world and one of the ten most vulnerable to climate stress.
The country's major dams are at a "dead level right now, and sources of water are scarce as well as contested," Rehman told CNN, adding, "this is an all-encompassing existential crisis and must be taken seriously."
In the summer of 2015 a heatwave killed more than a thousand people in Pakistan's largest city, Karachi.
India suffers under the heat
The heat wave has also been felt by Pakistan's neighbor India, where temperatures in the capital region of Delhi surpassed 49 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit) on Sunday.
In recent months India has experienced a severe heat wave that saw average maximum temperatures reach the highest in 122 years in northwest India in April, and countrywide in March.
The scorching heat breached the 49 degrees Celsius mark for the first time this year in Delhi, with temperatures reaching 49.2 degrees Celsius (120.5 degrees Fahrenheit) at Delhi's Mungeshpur weather station and 49.1 degrees Celsius (120.3 degrees Fahrenheit) at Najafgarh weather station on Sunday, according to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). New Delhi has suffered through 14 days in May above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).
Gurgaon, southwest of New Delhi, recorded its highest temperature since May 10, 1966, with 48.1 degrees Celsius (118.5 degrees Fahrenheit) on Sunday, according to the IMD.
The IMD forecasts some relief for Delhi, with cloudy and clear skies for the next couple of days. However, it forecasts high temperatures to return in some parts of the region later in the week.
In some states, the heat has forced schools to close, damaged crops and put pressure on energy supplies, as officials warned residents to remain indoors and keep hydrated. On Saturday, India banned wheat exports -- days after saying it was targeting record shipments this year -- as the heat wave curtailed output and domestic prices hit a record high.
India often experiences heat waves during the summer months of May and June, but this year temperatures started rising in March and April.
India and Pakistan are among the countries expected to be worst affected by the climate crisis, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Experts say climate change is causing more frequent and longer heat waves, affecting more than a billion people across the two countries.
Dr. Chandni Singh, IPCC lead author and senior researcher at the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, said this heat wave "is testing the limits of human survivability."
"This heat wave is definitely unprecedented," Singh said earlier this month. "We have seen a change in its intensity, its arrival time, and duration. This is what climate experts predicted and it will have cascading impacts on health."
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How to choose an insect trap
Insect traps are a useful way of monitoring and keeping pests down, whether inside or out. Traps range in effectiveness based on a few factors, including the type of trap and where you place it. Some can kill flying insects, such as mosquitoes or biting flies, while others are better for crawling critters, like ants or roaches. If you want to prevent and kill unwanted visitors to your home or yard, choosing the right trap type is essential.
Insect trap types
Vacuum traps
Vacuum traps are best for handling flying insects, especially those that aren’t attracted to light. These traps use a vacuum fan that sucks in nearby pests and confines them in an internal chamber. Due to the design, the captured bugs can’t escape. Some vacuum traps have a removable tray or canister where the dead insects are collected.
Light traps
Another common type of trap is the light trap. These often use ultraviolet, fluorescent or black light to attract insects. Some use electricity to zap and kill pests, while others have an inner chamber that keeps them until they dehydrate and die.
Light traps don’t work on certain insects, such as cockroaches or beetles. This is because these pests prefer dark spaces. However, they work well on mosquitoes, moths, flies and gnats.
Chemical vs. natural insect traps
Most insect traps use either chemicals or natural means of attracting, capturing and killing pests.
- Chemical traps: These often use artificial pheromones, attractants or stimulants to draw in insects. Some emit carbon dioxide, which is especially effective against biting pests like mosquitoes and horseflies. Most chemical traps are fast-acting, but they can be mildly harmful to humans or pets with direct exposure.
- Natural traps: Often homemade, natural traps are nontoxic and a great solution for house pests. They typically use fragrances or ingredients such as vinegar or honey to attract or repel insects. Those that draw in bugs can also trap them in sticky paper or a sealed container they can’t escape.
Outdoor vs. indoor traps
Some insect traps are designed specifically for indoor or outdoor use.
- Indoor use: These traps aren’t very durable when it comes to the elements, which is why they’re best for indoor placement. Some can hang, such as sticky tape. Others have a stand or are small enough to fit under the sink, behind kitchen appliances or other problem areas.
- Outdoor use: Outdoor traps are resistant to moisture, meaning they can go outside. These include hanging traps, light traps and bug zappers.
Targeted insects
Some insect traps target only adult pests, while others attract and kill larvae. These are the most common types of bugs these traps can work against:
- Mosquitoes
- Biting flies
- Cockroaches
- Spiders
- Beetles
- Mites
- Ants
Range
Larger traps can attract bugs from a wide distance. This can be beneficial if you’re trying to manage a minor pest problem inside. However, if the trap is too big, it could draw in insects from further away. This could lead to more insects than you had before.
Smaller traps effectively handle enclosed spaces, such as under the bathroom cupboard or in the kitchen. They usually have a limited range, though, meaning they won’t help with other areas inside or outside the home.
If you’re trying to keep bugs away from your porch, driveway or yard, larger traps can reach around 1,000 square feet. For smaller areas, go with one that has a range of 300 to 800 square feet instead.
Duration
Some insect traps start working immediately, while others take several days or weeks to start attracting and killing pests.
Power source
Most insect traps have one of the following power sources:
- Electricity: More powerful traps rely on electricity to function. These usually have a cord. Newer designs have a USB port you can plug into a computer, tablet or USB outlet.
- Battery: Some traps run on a battery, either replaceable or rechargeable. These aren’t limited by a cord, but they’re not always as powerful as electric options.
Some traps, such as sticky traps and glue traps, don’t have a power source at all.
Best insect traps to buy
Made for indoor use, this futuristic-looking trap runs on electricity and uses ultraviolet light to attract insects. It’s quiet and has easy-to-replace glue boards.
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Designed specifically for mosquitoes and small flies, this trap uses ultraviolet light to draw in, capture and kill pests. It’s quiet, easy to use and free of toxic chemicals.
Sold by Amazon
DynaTrap Flying Insect 1 Acre Trap
Capable of killing flying insects such as biting flies, wasps, gnats and mosquitoes, this outdoor trap uses ultraviolet light to attract bugs. It has an internal compartment that captures and contains pests until you dispose of them. It doesn’t rely on chemicals or pesticides.
Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Ideal for indoor use and smaller areas, this energy-efficient trap uses a fan, ultraviolet light and glue board to capture pests. It has a USB port, making it convenient for use away from power outlets.
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Sewanta Victor M380 Reusable Outdoor Fly Trap
This outdoor fly trap contains a long-lasting fly attractant and draws in nearby pests and traps them. It comes with a handy hanging chain. It starts working nearly immediately and is easy to use.
Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Great for indoor and outdoor use, this hanging insect trap is durable and resistant to moisture. It has a maximum range of 2,000 square feet. It uses a bright light and a high-voltage zapper to attract and kill pests.
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Neatmaster Ultrasonic Pest Repeller
This indoor trap plugs into any outlet and uses ultrasonic frequencies to repel pests up to 1,200 square feet. It has three main settings for minor to major pest problems.
Sold by Amazon
Safer Brand Safer Home Indoor Insect Trap
This set of 12 small traps is meant for indoor use and can be easily placed around the furniture, kitchen appliances and under the sink. They lure in and kill ants, cockroaches, spiders and other crawling bugs. They’re also non-toxic, making them safe for pets and children.
Sold by Amazon
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GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Media One is proud to announce that it has sold most of the best graphic calender in the world - the Klieverik line of textile calenders.
Additionally, Media One is the only textile solutions company that has 8 full time technicians strategically placed around the country for Installations, Belt Changes, Over the Phone or In-person Diagnostic assessments and repairs.
Media One has recently introduced the latest Flow Line Klieverik Calenders for pre-sewn piece work fabric printing for applications like Blankets, Towels, and Clothing.
It also keeps inventory of new and refurbished Kleiverik Calenders at their warehouse floor at all times.
In Dye Sublimation Printing, the Heating Unit is the heartbeat of the process. If it is of an inferior quality or if it goes down, all production stops.
During this busy season of the most awaited tradeshow "Printing United 2022", Media One has ensured it is ready to serve its clients' requirements in the best possible manner.
Media One also stocks large volumes of Transfer and Tissue Paper at their facilities in Garden Grove, California and River Falls, Wisconsin (45 minutes outside Minneapolis) ready for same-day dispatch to anywhere in the country.
For a new unit, a belt change or issues with an existing Klieverik Calender, Media One can be contacted at web@MediaOneUSA.com or 833-HELLO-M1 (833-435-5661) for a free consultation!
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-Minority-owned South Florida Agency Garners Mainstream Success Across Broad U.S. Customer Base-
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RAB2B, the full-service agency partner for business-to-business (B2B) marketing formerly known as Rabinovici + Associates, recently announced it rose to a #10 ranking among U.S. B2B marketing communications (marcomms) agencies in the sixth annual B2B Marketing US Agencies Benchmarking Report 2022.
This year's #10 ranking marks a significant leap for RAB2B, after first entering the list in 2021 at #21. The report, published by B2B Marketing, serves as the definitive B2B marketing agency benchmark, recognizing the leading U.S. B2B agencies based on a range of criteria including financial performance, headcount and retention as well as percentage of growth attributed to B2B-specific work.
"It's gratifying for our team and a testament to our clients to earn this recognition," said agency CEO Boris Rabinovici. "We believe exceptional B2B marketing requires a client-agency foundation that's powered by trust and defined by action, both at the strategic level, as well as in the execution. For more than two decades we've partnered with brands and leaders to translate their toughest, and most complex business challenges into high-impact actions."
RAB2B offers full-stack marketing services with broad expertise across the business-to-business marketplace, and deep specialization in technology, solutions-as-a-service, fintech, industrials, healthcare and public sector/government. The agency's diverse client roster ranges from fast-emerging organizations to leading FORTUNE 500 companies.
Commenting on the agency's growth, Rabinovici continued, "From the beginning RAB2B's growth has come largely through repeat business referrals and is, at its core, a byproduct of our customers' success. Over the past few years, we've seen an acceleration, as businesses shifted more of their spend to agency partners that execute in fast, agile, smart ways to drive results. Our RAB2B culture of integrity, partnership and immersion has enabled us to benefit from this trend and continues to position us well for future growth."
The 2022 B2B Marketing report features U.S. agencies and networks with in-depth analysis, expert commentary and interviews with agency leaders on the current state of the market. A free copy of the B2B Marketing US Agencies Benchmarking Report 2022 with complete rankings, is available for download here.
RAB2B is an award-winning south Florida-based, minority-owned, business-to-business marketing firm founded in 2000. Today, with headquarters in Miami and a staff of more than 120 located throughout the Americas and Europe, the firm offers full-stack services ranging from high-level strategic and transformative needs to expert, results-focused tactical execution. To learn more about B2B marketing capabilities and career opportunities at RAB2B visit: www.rab2b.com
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Brand poised to harmonize market interests efficiently in accordance with ethical standards to fulfill the promise of advertising technology with uncompromising regard for consumers
NEW YORK, PARIS and LONDON, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global adtech company, Smart AdServer, has re-launched its global presence in 14 countries under the new name, Equativ. This follows the company's acquisitions of DynAdmic and LiquidM, with the companies now consolidated under the Equativ brand. Equativ will capitalize on this unified expertise to fulfil the promise of advertising technology; offering a comprehensive and vertically integrated advertising and monetization solution to both supply- and demand-side clients.
The Equativ name reinforces the equal way in which the company treats clients; promoting openness, fairness, and accountability within the industry. Equativ facilitates direct interaction between buyers and sellers while offering a less complex, more transparent, and efficient advertising journey that benefits the entire value chain.
Founded in 2006 within a digital media publisher, Smart became independent in 2015 and has flourished as a global, highly profitable business with 3-fold net revenue growth over the past 3 years from €31m in 2019 to €100m expected in 2022. The company now operates in 14 countries with close to 500 employees in fully integrated teams collaborating hand-in-hand to provide clients access to best-in-class technologies, expertise, and market opportunities.
The continued growth coincides with the company's vertical integration strategy - moving from a supply-oriented platform to a comprehensive, global solution with the development of its demand and CTV offerings. Equativ remains committed to supporting the open web by offering the digital advertising ecosystem a scaled, independent alternative to monopolistic walled-garden platforms.
"The Equativ brand represents the true integration of our teams under a single unified entity," said Arnaud Créput, Equativ's CEO. "This evolution answers the open web's need for an efficient marketplace where both supply and demand coexist and interact end to end on our platform while respecting the consumer. We provide the industry with a complete range of tools and expertise to take back control of their advertising activities while ensuring transparency, privacy, first party data activation, better reporting, performance and cost efficiency. That's been the promise of advertising technology from the early days. Equativ is dedicated to fulfilling that promise."
About Equativ
Equativ is the new single name for Smart AdServer, DynAdmic and LiquidM — three proven innovators in advertising technology. The vertically integrated company provides brand and privacy-safe solutions that empower its clients to achieve maximum impact while respecting the rights of consumers. The union combines client expertise and engineering excellence to serve the interests of both the supply-side and demand-side with equal professionalism and technical sophistication.
Headquartered in Paris and New York, Equativ operates globally with a team of more than 450 in 20 offices. Equativ offers the market its own independent ad server, SSP, buyer tools, and media services to fulfill the promise of advertising technology.
Learn more at Equativ.com.
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VERNON, Calif. (AP) — Meat-packing giant Smithfield Foods said Friday it will close its only California plant next year, citing the escalating cost of doing business in the state.
The Farmer John meat-packing plant in Vernon, an industrial suburb south of Los Angeles, will shut down in February, with its 1,800 employees receiving severance and job placement support along with bonuses for those who choose to stay on the job until the closure, said Jim Monroe, vice president of corporate affairs.
Some workers, who on average earn about $21 per hour, also will have opportunities to relocate to other facilities owned by the Virginia-based Smithfield Foods Inc.
The Vernon plant slaughters pigs and packages products such as ham and bacon. Some operations will be moved to other facilities in the Midwest, but the overall reduction in processing capacity is prompting Smithfield to reduce its sow herd in Utah. The company also said it is exploring ways to exit its farms in California and Arizona.
Monroe said operating costs in California are much higher than in other areas of the country, including taxes and the price of water, electricity and natural gas.
“Our utility costs in California are 3 1/2 times higher per head than our other locations where they do the same type of work,” he said.
The shutdown is not expected to reduce supply or increase costs on products, and Farmer John Products will still be sold in California, Monroe said.
“There won’t be any impact on our customers,” he said.
The Vernon plant has been the target of repeated protests by animal rights activists over its treatment of hogs. It also was hard-hit during the COVID-19 pandemic, with some 300 employees exposed to infections in 2020. Several were hospitalized.
California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health fined Smithfield Foods about $60,000 for safety violations that exposed workers to infection.
Smithfield Foods was founded in Smithfield, Virginia, in 1936 and according to its website provides more than 40,000 jobs in the United States. It was acquired in 2013 by Hong Kong-based WH Group. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/smithfield-foods-to-shutter-california-meat-packing-plant/ | 2022-06-11T20:42:29Z |
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — The velocity with which Jameis Winston threw this week, and his form on a baseball-style slide during a scramble, generated talk of the New Orleans Saints quarterback’s background as a two-sport athlete in college.
Such displays of all-around athleticism are a welcome sight for the Saints as Winston works to come back from reconstructive surgery on his left knee last year, as well as from a sprained right foot earlier in training camp.
“I can’t wait to step back on the field and compete some more,” Winston said Wednesday after the Saints’ last practice before their preseason finale against the Los Angeles Chargers on Friday night. “One thing I know is I will not take this opportunity for granted ever again.”
Saints coach Dennis Allen declined to say whether Winston would play against the Chargers. If he doesn’t, Winston’s scheduled start against Atlanta in New Orleans’ regular-season opener on Sept. 11 would be his first live action since last Halloween, when his ACL was torn during a tackle by Tampa Bay linebacker Devin White.
Regardless of whether Winston must wait two more weeks to play, Allen asserted that his quarterback has “looked pretty good out there … which has been really encouraging.”
Winston said his foot sprain during practice on Aug. 8 was “not like a major injury.” But he said it made more sense to rest than be on the field favoring his left foot while he’s also rehabilitating his left knee, on which he still wears a brace.
Once Winston returned to 11-on-11 drills this week, he tested his mobility with a scramble down the middle of the field, finishing with a baseball-style slide.
“We all kind of held our breath,” safety Tyrann Mathieu said. “He popped right back up. I think all those things are good for the team and good for our spirit.”
Winston said Saints quarterbacks coach Ronald Curry had been “killing me because I told him I’m working on sliding and I’m bringing back my baseball days.”
After the slide, Winston said, Curry playfully drew comparisons to Jackie Robinson.
“I was like, ‘Thank you,’” Winston said. “If I can slide and steal home like Jackie Robinson, I’m doing good.”
While Mathieu intercepted Winston in the back of the end zone during an 11-on-11 series at practice this week, the safety said he was impressed by a number of Winston’s throws. Winston’s highlights included completions during a two-minute drill to first-round draft choice Chris Olave near the right sideline and veteran Jarvis Landry on the left side, the latter going for a touchdown.
“He’s got a mean out route,” Mathieu said of Winston. “It’s like real gas when he throws it. That’s probably from his baseball days.”
In addition to winning a Heisman Trophy and national championship as Florida State’s QB, Winston played two seasons for the Seminoles’ baseball team. In 2014, he made 24 relief appearances, posting a team-high seven saves and 1.08 ERA while striking out 31 batters in 33.1 innings.
As a quarterback, Winston has a well-regarded ability to throw deep. The knock on him has been his mercurial decision-making, as well as unreliable accuracy on shorter passes.
The 28-year-old said he’s made a point of “being more honest with myself about my strengths and weaknesses,” and added that he has focused this offseason — with help from throwing coach John Beck — on shorter throws.
Winston said he’s trying to deliver balls to playmakers in spots where they can quickly transition to running after the catch.
Receiving targets including running back Alvin Kamara, receiver Michael Thomas, Olave, Landry and the small but speedy Deonte Harty are all “guys who can extend plays with the ball in their hands,” Winston noted.
Statistically, Winston’s most prolific season came in 2019 — his last with Tampa Bay — when he passed for 5,109 yards, the NFL high that year, and 33 TDs. But he also was intercepted a league-high 30 times. The following offseason, the Bucs replaced Winston with Tom Brady.
Winston responded by signing with New Orleans, where he sought to learn from then-coach Sean Payton and record-setting quarterback Drew Brees.
Last season, after Brees’ retirement, Winston won New Orleans’ starting job and said he was trying to focus more on making good decisions than gunning for big results. It showed in his 14 TDs to just three interceptions in his seven starts, during which New Orleans went 5-2.
Now he’ll to try to build on that.
“I’m a different quarterback today than I was with my last game with the Saints,” Winston said. “I take a lot of pride in trying to, and preparing to, get better every single year.”
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Rapha Capital BioVentures Fund I, LP (Rapha Capital), and Bigger Capital lead the financing.
VANCOUVER, BC and BOSTON, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Imagin Medical Inc., ("Imagin" or the "Company"), a urologic oncology company, announces:
1. the acquisition of the enCAGE Coil™ Precision Ablation System for Prostate Cancer from TROD Medical NV, a Belgian company,
2. further to its press release of August 26, 2021, the closing of the previously announced convertible note, and
3. the opening of a new $7.25M Convertible Note to support the above-mentioned acquisition and the product's development.
Prostate ablation is a procedure used to treat prostate cancer. During a prostate ablation procedure, energy (such as heat, cold, lasers, or chemicals) is used to kill the cancer cells. The energy may also destroy some of the surrounding normal prostate tissue.
The enCAGE Coil device is a disposable focal therapy precision ablation device for prostate cancer that delivers bipolar radiofrequency energy through a distinctive "coil" electrode during a minimally invasive office-based procedure. The system allows the surgeon to pre-set precise ablation margins to target only the cancerous tissue, addressing the limitations of other forms of thermal ablation technologies for prostate cancer that risk damaging adjacent structures e.g., the erectile nerves that control urinary and sexual function.
The device has FDA 510(k) approval and has been used in 51 patients, including 20 patients who participated in a Phase II Trial, with results published in The Journal of Urology, April 2021. Dr. Clement Orczyk, Lead of Prostate Cancer Focal Therapy Program, UCL Hospitals in London, England, an Investigator for the trial and first author of the publication, commented "this technology is the most versatile and promising of the many I've evaluated for performing focal therapy of prostate cancer with accuracy and safety". Imagin will be refining the device based on this experience for commercialization.
By acquiring the enCAGE Coil, Imagin is strengthening its position as a urologic oncology company and expanding its portfolio of products to address prostate cancer. With close to 250,000 new cases diagnosed each year, prostate cancer is the most prevalent cancer among men after skin cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men. The enCAGE Coil™ device joins Imagin's lead product, the i/Blue™ Imaging System for bladder cancer, building out a best-in-class pipeline for the diagnosis and treatment of urologic cancers. "As a Urologist who has cared for patients with cancer over a 25-year career as a Professor and Urological Oncologic surgeon, I have a deep knowledge of the field and of the needs of patients with prostate and bladder cancer," said Dr. Kevin Slawin, Chairman of the Board of Imagin. "Our growing focus on bringing best-in-class technologies to patients in an outpatient setting is the culmination of my thoughts over my career as a leader in the field of Urologic Oncology on how to best care for these patients."
The aggregate cost to acquire the enCAGE Coil is US$2,500,000; which will be paid over time as certain developmental milestones are met.
- The initial payment, on closing, will be US$350,000 and US$150,000 of Imagin shares (based on a 10-day average price as of the date of closing). Of this, US$200,000 and all of the shares will be held in escrow pending transfer of all intellectual property to Imagin.
- The first milestone payment of US$500,000 will be made upon receipt of FDA 510(k) approval to the next trial phase or modification, through the payment of cash or issuance of Imagin shares, at Imagin's election.
- The second milestone payment of US$1,000,000 will be made upon receipt of FDA de novo approval, through the payment of cash or issuance of Imagin shares, at Imagin's election.
- The third milestone payment of US$250,000 will be made upon achieving sales of 1,000 BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia) cases following 510(k) approval, through the payment of cash or issuance of Imagin shares, at Imagin's election.
- The fourth and final milestone payment of US$250,000 will be made upon achieving sales of 500 BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia) cases following de novo approval, through the payment of cash or issuance of Imagin shares, at Imagin's election.
All share issuances will be based on a 10 day average price as of the time of issuance.
Concurrent with this acquisition, Imagin has opened a new convertible note offering totaling US $7.25 million to support the clinical development of the enCAGE Coil™ technology. The Convertible Note is being led by Rapha Capital BioVentures Fund I, LP (RCBVFI), managed by Rapha Capital and Dr. Slawin, M.D., and Bigger Capital, and has the following terms:
- The principal will be advanced in multiple tranches with an initial tranche of US$750,000 upon closing, followed by multiple tranches for the remaining US$6.5 million.
- The principal will bear interest at the rate of 10% per annum, payable on maturity or conversion.
- The principal and interest will be fully secured against the assets of the Company.
- The note will mature 24 months following the date of issue, unless earlier repurchased or converted.
- The principal and interest will automatically convert into common shares of the Company ("Shares") at US$0.40 per Share, upon Imagin completing an equity financing of at least US$2 million.
- Note purchasers will receive an aggregate 50,750,000 warrants (2.8X coverage) to acquire Shares of Imagin, exercisable at US $0.40 per Share for five years from the date of issue.
"We are excited to add the enCAGE Coil to Imagin's portfolio as we build our pipeline of products," said Jim Hutchens, President and CEO of Imagin. "This additional funding will support on-going product development and the Company's progress in bringing our products through the FDA approval process."
All securities issued in connection with the offering will be subject to a statutory hold period of four months plus one day from the date of issuance in accordance with applicable securities legislation
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall it constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale is unlawful. These securities have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to U.S. persons unless registered or exempt therefrom.
The Company's lead product, the i/Blue™ Imaging System, uses state of the art technology that improves the utility of blue light imaging for visualizing bladder cancer. The i/Blue System contains a patented dual-view camera head that uses sophisticated optical filters to split the image into white light and blue light channels to display simultaneous, side-by-side white and blue light images on the monitor in real time without the need to toggle between the two images. The i/Blue System is designed to work with most endoscopes on the market, providing a more practical, cost-effective device that will make blue light cystoscopy more accessible to hospitals and patients.
The enCAGE Coil™ is a disposable focal therapy precision ablation device for prostate cancer that delivers bipolar radiofrequency energy through a distinctive coil electrode during minimally invasive office-based surgery. The system allows precise pre-set targeting of the cancer, avoiding total removal of the prostate and damage to the adjacent erectile nerves. The enCAGE coil addresses the limitations of other forms of prostate cancer treatment, including surgery, radiation and current focal therapy technologies, that lack the ability to precisely target only the cancer cells, risking damage to the remainder of the prostate and surrounding erectile nerves that can cause impaired urinary and sexual function.
Focal therapy of prostate cancer is a minimally invasive method to destroy more limited prostate cancers, in situ in the prostate, leaving the remainder of the prostate gland and surrounding important structures like the erectile nerves intact, reducing the risk of impaired urinary and sexual function as compared to other "whole-gland" directed therapies like surgery or radiation therapy. Using mpMRI fused with real-time ultrasound to target the tumor improves the precision of the technique. Current focal ablation modalities for prostate cancer are primarily thermal therapies, either freezing (cryotherapy) or heating (HIFU, single electrode RF, laser, water, steam, electricity). All suffer from the same challenges as the lesion grows from the center outward. The margin of cancer cell "kill" is indeterminate and difficult to precisely determine using thermocouples or imaging. Ablation therefore often extends beyond the area necessary to control the cancer in order to ensure complete cancer ablation. Important structures, often immediately adjacent to tumors, are therefore hard to preserve e.g. erectile nerves. enCAGE Coil™ is a bipolar radio frequency-based probe (bRF) enabling precision ablation, limited only to the edge of the outer coil. Thus the ablation margin is pre-set via treatment planning and placement of the "coil" electrodes, yielding 100% ablation within the ablation zone in conjunction with 100% tissue preservation beginning just outside the ablation zone. This allows complete ablation of tumor tissue with preservation of adjacent erectile nerves.
About Imagin Medical "Urologic Oncology Technologies Built for the Office" – Imagin Medical is building a best-in-class Urologic Oncology company developing proprietary technologies to better visualize and treat urologic cancers, including bladder and prostate cancer through minimally invasive surgery that can be performed in the Urologist's office. The Company believes its first product, the i/Blue Imaging System, with its advanced proprietary optics and light sensors, will greatly increase the efficiency and accuracy of detecting bladder cancer, helping to improve the surgical management of this disease. Imagin's follow-on product, the enCAGE Coil Prostate Cancer Precision Ablation System, a focal therapy bipolar radio frequency-based probe enabling precise pre-set margins. The enCAGE coil addresses the limitations of other forms of prostate cancer treatment that lack the ability to precisely target only the cancer cells, risking damage to the remainder of the prostate and surrounding erectile nerves that can cause impaired urinary and sexual function. Imagin's proprietary technologies are poised to expand patient access improve outcomes and quality of life. Learn more at www.imaginmedical.com.
Information set forth in this news release contains forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management's current estimates, beliefs, intentions and expectations; they are not guarantees of future performance. The Company cautions that all forward- looking statements are inherently uncertain and that actual performance may be affected by a number of material factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control. Accordingly, actual and future events, conditions and results may differ materially from the estimates, beliefs, intentions and expectations expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Specifically, there is no assurance that (i) the enCAGE Coil will work in the manner expected, (ii) any of the milestones referred above will be achieved in a timely manner, or at all, (ii) the Company will be successful in raising the required funds under the Convertible Note offering, or in any other manner. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information. The CSE has neither approved nor disapproved the information contained herein and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
Contacts:
Jim Hutchens, President & CEO jhutchens@imaginmedical.com
John Vacha, CFO
jvacha@imaginmedical.com
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WATCH: Plane makes emergency landing on western NC highway
SWAIN COUNTY, N.C. (WHNS/Gray News) – An airplane made an emergency landing on a sparse highway in western North Carolina this week.
According to WHNS, the Swain County Sheriff’s Office said the pilot’s GoPro recorded the incident Sunday on Highway 74.
No one was hurt in the landing, but the video shows the pilot narrowly avoiding power lines and cars on the highway.
Circumstances surrounding the emergency are unclear, but the Swain County Sheriff commended the pilot on an “outstanding job” landing the plane safely.
“There were so many things that could have been catastrophic, but they didn’t happen,” Sheriff Curtis Cochran said on Facebook.
Cochran said the pilot kept his composure during the emergency landing.
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2 children admitted to Tennessee hospital due to nationwide formula shortage
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC/Gray News) – At least two children in Tennessee are being treated at the hospital due to the nationwide formula shortage.
According to WMC, neither doctors nor their families can find the formula these children need on store shelves.
Officials say both children are at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Tennessee, and they both have special medical needs and the normal formula they use is out.
“This is a crisis for us in health care,” said Dr. Mark Corkins, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital.
Corkins is currently treating the two children hospitalized. He says is preschool age and the other is a toddler, and both are living with intestinal conditions.
“This is not every child, not normal children, but literally the formula recall has led to these children requiring hospitalization,” Corkins said.
According to Corkins, the children’s bodies did not tolerate the switch to a different formula, when their parents could no longer find the formula they normally use.
Now doctors are treating the children with IV fluids and nutrition until formula becomes available.
“This recall started in February. Even if you had several weeks of stock, we’re now out for the special formulas,” Corkins said. “So literally we have what we have. We have some things that we’re trying to find. We’re trying to use some alternatives but the standard ones, the ones you would think of, there is none to be had.”
Abbott Nutrition reached an agreement with the FDA Monday to re-open their manufacturing plant to help with the formula shortage. The company’s Michigan plant had been closed due to bacterial contamination.
That news is a relief for parents desperately searching for formula, but it could take at least eight weeks for products to start showing up on store shelves.
Corkins and other medical professionals say parents should not use a homemade formula to feed their children. They also say people should not dilute formula.
Call your doctor if you have questions or need help. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has a website with information to help families with this crisis.
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. and SUZHOU, China, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kira Pharmaceuticals, a global clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering transformational complement therapies to treat immune-mediated diseases, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Orphan Drug Designation to KP104 for the treatment of Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH).
PNH is a rare, life-threatening blood disease that arises due to hyperactivity of the complement system. An intricate constellation of protein pathways, the complement system is a key component of innate immunity. Aberrant activity within this system can be a driver of diseases such as autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. KP104 is a bifunctional, first-in-class biologic with a unique dual-approach mechanism of action. Designed to selectively block the alternative and terminal pathways, KP104 provides a powerful and synergistic method of targeting validated drivers of disease in the complement system. KP104 has also been engineered to have an extended half-life and potency, with a formulation that can be used for both IV and subcutaneous administration.
"Receiving Orphan Drug Designation is a key milestone for Kira, validating KP104's differentiated potential to provide a safe and effective treatment for PNH patients," said Frederick Beddingfield, MD, PhD, CEO at Kira Pharmaceuticals. "As a bifunctional complement therapy targeting both the alternative and terminal pathways, KP104 has the potential to treat complement-mediated diseases where single-target therapies are not adequate. As we enter Phase 2 across multiple indications, we look forward to continued clinical evaluation of KP104 for patients in need."
The FDA's Orphan Drug Designation program provides orphan status to drugs defined as those intended for the treatment, diagnosis, or prevention of rare diseases that affect fewer than 200,000 people in the United States.
KP104 has completed a Phase 1 first-in-human (FIH) study and is entering Phase 2 trials across multiple indications. The Phase 1 clinical trial was a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled study designed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics (PK), and pharmacodynamics (PD) of escalating single and multiple doses of KP104 in healthy volunteers. Kira plans to present this Phase 1 data at a medical conference later this year.
About KP104
KP104 is a bifunctional, first-in-class biologic with a unique dual-approach mechanism of action. Designed to selectively block the alternative and terminal pathways, KP104 provides a powerful and synergistic method of targeting validated drivers of disease in the complement system. KP104 has also been engineered to have an extended half-life and potency and has a formulation suitable for both IV and subcutaneous administrations. KP104 is entering Phase 2 trials across multiple indications, including IgA nephropathy (IgAN), C3 Glomerulopathy (C3G), Thrombotic microangiopathies secondary to systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE-TMA) and Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH). Phase 2 trials will be conducted globally including in the U.S., China, Australia, and South Korea.
About Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) is a rare, life-threatening blood disease that arises due to hyperactivity of the complement system, part of the innate immune system. Characterized by the destruction of red blood cells, formation of blood clots, and impairment of bone marrow function, PNH affects between 1 and 5 people per million. Due to the complexity of complement biology and multiple pathways driving PNH pathology, there remains a significant unmet medical need for next-generation drugs with better efficacy and convenience of administration than offered by current therapies.
About Kira Pharmaceuticals
Kira Pharmaceuticals is a global clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering transformational complement therapies to treat immune-mediated diseases. Enabled by its LOGIC platform, the company has developed a pipeline of nine (9) novel assets spanning targets across the complement cascade. Kira is committed to advancing life-changing therapies that will transform the lives of patients globally with complement-driven diseases. Kira Pharmaceuticals is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts with additional offices in Suzhou and Shanghai, China. More information on Kira can be found at www.kirapharma.com and on LinkedIn.
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International awards program recognizes North America's largest fertility provider for its industry leadership, insight and approach to patient care
HOUSTON, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inception Fertility™, the largest provider of comprehensive fertility services in North America, has been named Best Fertility Services Provider – North America by the M&A Global Awards.
The international annual awards program recognizes those organizations that provide the best services within their specific areas of specialization. The M&A Global Awards also recognizes the best of industry leaders, exemplary teams and distinguished organizations based on the simple principles of veracity, accuracy, and insight.
Inception is an ecosystem of fertility brands that touch every aspect of the fertility journey – from diagnostics and treatment to financial accessibility. It is the largest provider of comprehensive fertility services in North America, dedicated to providing the latest science and technologies in reproductive medicine while enhancing the patient experience through compassionate, individualized care.
This enhancement of the patient experience includes launching brands and service line offerings that address those areas of fertility care that are growing in demand, including financial accessibility and long-term cryopreservation storage solutions. A subsidiary of Inception, Bundl Fertility (Bundl) is a multi-cycle fertility service bundling program that packages fertility treatments at a reduced cost and offers eligible patients a financial guarantee. Most importantly, Bundl takes the financial stress out of the process, allowing aspiring parents to focus more on their journey to parenthood.
In early 2022, Inception launched HavenCryo™, a long-term reproductive preservation and storage solution provider that is built upon a foundation of advanced techniques, state-of-the-art security and dual monitoring technology, and world-renowned expertise.
Technology is an important factor in fertility care, and Inception has found innovative ways to use it to improve the patient experience by adding Prelude Connect to its service-line offerings. Prelude Connect is a first-of-its-kind industry app exclusive to patients within Inception's clinical network that gives them more control over their fertility journey via tools that efficiently manage all aspects of care.
"We are honored to be recognized by the M&A Global Awards for our achievements in reproductive healthcare, our commitment to patients and our position as North America's leader in fertility services," says TJ Farnsworth, Founder and CEO of Inception Fertility. "Our team works tirelessly to help aspiring parents build the families of their dreams, from breaking down financial barriers to providing them with the best treatments and services in assisted reproductive technology led by innovators in fertility care. We look forward to leaning on technology, communication, and employee development to keep leading the industry forward."
In its Global Awards Issue, M&A Today noted that "Whether patients are undergoing treatments like IVF, needing donor support, or partnering with a gestational carrier, Inception embodies the premium brands and services approach to ensure every touch point meets the highest standards of care and compassion. Putting patients at the heart of each brand is a clear signal to current and future patients that their experience is of utmost importance."
About Inception Fertility
Inception Fertility (Inception) is a family of fertility brands committed to helping patients build their own families. Built by patients for patients, Inception's purpose is to achieve the highest bar in experience, science and medicine in an effort to enhance each patient's experience and achieve better outcomes.
Inception's medical experts are leading pioneers in fertility care. Our doctors are some of the first to use breakthrough assisted reproductive technologies (ART) – including in vitro fertilization (IVF), pregenetic implantation testing (PGT) and fertility preservation services – and they continue to lead the industry by building on these technologies by through development, research and thought leadership.
Its growing family of national organizations is an ecosystem of care, which touches every part of the fertility journey including diagnostics and treatment to financial accessibility. Through this unique ecosystem, Inception is working to deliver on its promise to push the envelope of what is possible for exceeding patient expectations.
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German scale-up with more than two million customers and backed by PepsiCo, Ashton Kutcher, and Guy Oseary sets out to change the way Americans hydrate.
SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- air up®, the scent-flavored hydration company that has taken Europe by storm, announces its entry into the United States today. Founded by five passionate visionaries: Tim Jäger, Lena Jüngst, Fabian Schlang, Jannis Koppitz, and Simon Nüesch, the team reimagines what it means to experience flavor by harnessing the power of German-engineering and design and breakthrough science.
air up® launched in Germany in 2019 and rapidly expanded into nine European countries, including Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, and the U.K. Since its inception, air up® has brought on an experienced business and growth expert, Christian Hauth, as Co-CEO; reached more than two million customers; and expanded the global organization to nearly 300 talented individuals.
To put it simply, air up® is a revolutionary, refillable drinking system that transforms the taste of plain water through the power of scent. We often think of taste as something that we perceive with our tongues; in reality, the tongue is only responsible for a portion of our taste experience—the majority comes from our olfactory receptors, where the brain interprets scents as flavor (as opposed to smell). Science calls this concept "retronasal smell," which, in layman's terms, translates to tasting with the nose. The never-before-seen drinking system transports carefully-crafted flavors through the mouth, triggering said effect—so the body sips plain water, while the brain "tastes" flavor.
As for the impetus? Necessity is the mother of invention, and air up®'s origin story is no different. Despite the well-established scientific consensus that adequate hydration is essential for supporting overall health and wellbeing, when it comes to execution, the evidence is clear: A staggering 75% of Americans remain chronically dehydrated—hence air up®'s mission to make plain H2O the easiest and most exciting choice, sans sugar, calories, or any of the traditional additives found in conventional flavored drinks.
"We developed the initial prototype as part of our college thesis after uncovering that our unhealthy craving for sugar is connected to our perception of flavor," explains Lena Jüngst, cofounder of air up®. "So, we created a unique mechanism that helps you drink more plain (tap) water by simulating flavor through scent, without having to add all the unhealthy additives in traditional flavored beverages."
She adds, "It's been an incredible journey to date. We've seen meteoric growth and excitement around the brand in Europe, and we know our drinking system presents a much-needed solution to the U.S. hydration problem. We're thrilled to shift the way Americans consume water through scent-flavored hydration and look forward to seeing where this next chapter takes us."
The brand has raised upwards of €60 million in capital to-date, which has been used to accelerate expansion across Europe (and into the U.S.), extend the existing product portfolio, and establish top-notch production facility collaborations to serve consumers across the globe. As of 2022, air up® investors include PepsiCo Inc., Ashton Kutcher, and Guy Oseary, in addition to Five Seasons Ventures, Ippen Media, Oyster Bay Venture Capital, Freigeist Capital, and additional German business angel investors.
"I was intrigued by the depth of research, science, and engineering that went into reimagining the hydration experience, and after trying it for myself, realized air up® was onto something brilliant," shares Ashton Kutcher, an investor in the company. "Now, with the brand coming to the U.S., I believe American consumers are going to love it."
Available in 10 flavors—from classics like Lemon and Cucumber to layered options like Orangeade and Mango-Passion Fruit—air up®'s selection of flavor pods has a pick for every palate, with more on the way. air up®-branded flavor pods and bottles can be purchased directly at air-up.com, with prices starting at $39.99 for a Starter Set that includes a bottle and a pack of 3 flavor pods. Consumers can also purchase any pack of 3 standalone flavor pods starting at $7.99.
About air up®:
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ALBANY — A female Bald Eagle arrived at Chehaw last week and can be found in the Eagle habitat across the park’s suspension bridge.
All Bald Eagles are under the supervision of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This adult female was brought to a wildlife rehabilitator in Tampa and transported to the Avian Reconditioning Center in Apopka, Fla.
Unable to fly, a veterinary examination revealed a coracoid fracture in the right wing. The coracoid is a bone that connects the cranial edge of the sternum to the shoulder joint, and it opposes the powerful contraction of the major pectoral muscle during the down stroke of the wing. It is damaged most often when the bird has a frontal collision with an object.
The eagle was kept under veterinary care at the rehab center for six weeks while the fracture healed. Veterinarians, rehabbers, and USFWS biologists then conducted a series of flight tests and observations to determine if she would be able to maintain flight in order to successfully hunt. Unfortunately, they determined that her flight ability would not allow her to survive in the wild.
USFWS protocols dictate that Native American Eagle aviaries have priority for non-releasable eagle acquisitions. After the Tribes have declined to receive the eagle, it may be considered for placement at a permitted facility like Chehaw. We will continue working closely with USFWS and attempt to acquire a companion for her in the future.
FEEDINGS & PROGRAMS — EVERY WEEKEND, Saturday & Sunday
10:30 a.m. — Petting zoo feeding ($3/person)
11:30 a.m. — Rhino feeding
1:30 p.m. — Sulcata tortoise feeding ($3/person)
2:30 p.m. — Alligator feeding ($5/person)
3:30 p.m. — Wildlife theater presentation
CHEHAW SUMMER CAMPS , through Aug. 4
When school is out, Chehaw is the place to be. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt. Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities.
Full-day sessions are open to campers age 5-12. Half day sessions are open for campers age 4. Need a late pick up? After camp care is available until 6 pm for $10 per day or $40 for the entire week. Members receive a 10% discount on all camp sessions plus half price on after camp care. Save big on any camp session, register one camper for 4 camper sessions and receive $50 in savings.
Full-day sessions: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Half-day sessions: 9 a.m.-noon
Free early drop-off at 8:30 a.m.
Late pick-up available: 3-6 p.m.
FREE ADMISSION FOR ACTIVE MILITARY
Active military and their families can visit for free between through Labor Day at Chehaw, Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska!
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
First Friday of every month — Cubs Program
Third Monday of each month — Park Authority monthly meeting (Creekside)
First Tuesday of each month — Friends of Chehaw monthly meeting (Creekside)
Blue Star free admission for military families through Sept. 5
July 5-8 — Dash, Stash, and Cache Summer Camp
July 5-8 — Monsters Among Us Summer Camp
July 5-8 — Expedition Earth Summer Camp
July 11-15 — Monsters Among Us Summer Camp
July 11-15 — Alien Invaders Summer Camp
July 11-15 — Mighty Morphs Summer Camp
July 16 — Chehaw RC Race
July 18-22 — Super Senses Summer Camp
July 18-22 — Alien Invaders Summer Camp
July 18-22 — Monsters Among Us Summer Camp
July 25-29 — Dinosaur Discovery Summer Camp
July 25-29 — Nightcrawlers Summer Camp
July 25-29 — Expedition Earth Summer Camp
Aug. 1-4 — Monsters Among Us Summer Camp
Aug. 1-4 — Alien Invaders Summer Camp
Aug. 1-4 — Back to Nature Summer Camp
Aug. 5 — Cubs Program
Aug. 20 — Chehaw RC Race
Sept. 2 — Cubs Program
Sept. 17 — Chehaw RC Race
Sept. 22 — Black Jack and Black Rhinos
September SWAPtember
Oct. 1 — Josh Franklin Memorial Disc Golf Tournament
Oct. 7 — Cubs Program
Oct. 15 — Chehaw RC Race
Oct. 22 — Southern Discomfort
Oct. 29 — Boo at the Zoo
Nov. 4 — Cubs Program
Nov. 10 — Brew at the Zoo
Nov. 26 — Animal Thanksgiving
Nov. 19 — Chehaw RC Race
Dec. 2 — Cubs Program
Dec. 2-3, 9-10, 16-24 — Festival of Lights
Dec. 17 — Reindeer Games
ARTESIAN ALLIANCE PARTNERS
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HOHHOT, China, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chinese dairy giant Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co., Ltd. reached strategic cooperation with the Argentina National Football Team at a ceremony held on June 2 in Beijing.
The signing was witnessed by Argentina's ambassador to China Sabino Vaca Narvaja, Yili Group executive president Liu Chun and Gao Yimin, vice president of Wanda Cultural Industry Group and the president of Wanda Sports.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Argentina and Yili Group has become the first partner of the Argentine team in the Chinese dairy industry.
In order to celebrate the cooperation between the two parties, Yili presented the Argentine team with traditional paper sculptures while the Argentine team presented Yili with an official customized jersey.
As one of the top five dairy companies in the world and the No. 1 dairy company in Asia for eight consecutive years, Yili Group is said to have firmly occupied the lead position in the industry with its high-quality product innovations and diversified products.
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CALGARY, AB, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Sundial Growers Inc. (Nasdaq: SNDL) ("Sundial" or the "Company") would like to remind shareholders that its upcoming Annual and Special Meeting of shareholders (the "Meeting") will be held on July 21, 2022, at 1 p.m. MDT (3 p.m. EDT).
In order to permit shareholders the maximum opportunity to have their vote represented at the Meeting, the deadline for the submission of proxies (the "Proxy") or revocations of a previously submitted Proxy will be extended to 12 p.m. MDT on July 21, 2022. Shareholders are encouraged to vote as soon as possible by Proxy in advance of the Meeting by one of the methods described in the form of Proxy and management information circular (the "Circular"). Additional instructions may be found in Sundial's Proxy and Circular on www.sndlgroup.com in the Investor section and on SEDAR and EDGAR.
Based on the current status of votes cast, all resolutions have supermajority support from shareholders, but a quorum has not yet been reached. If a quorum is not reached, Sundial must adjourn the meeting after setting the date and time for a second meeting. If a quorum is not present at the adjourned meeting, the shareholders in attendance at the adjourned meeting shall constitute a quorum. This delay will result in additional, otherwise unnecessary, expenses.
"It is common for companies with large retail investor ownership to experience low voter turnout, but this doesn't need to be absolute," said Zach George, Chief Executive Officer of Sundial. "We thank those who have exercised their shareholder rights and encourage the balance of our shareholders to actively participate in the Company's governance by voting their shares."
All shareholders will have the opportunity to participate in the Meeting online. Only registered shareholders and duly appointed proxyholders can vote in real-time at the Meeting. Shareholders who hold their common shares with a bank, broker, or other financial intermediary and wish to vote at the Meeting must carefully follow the instructions provided by their intermediary.
To participate online, please use the following information:
Link: https://web.lumiagm.com/263589432
Meeting ID: 263 – 589 – 432
Password: sundial2022
Registered Shareholder Number: Listed on your form of Proxy
Sundial is a public company whose shares are traded on Nasdaq under the symbol "SNDL." Its business is operated and reported in four segments: Cannabis Production and Cultivation, Cannabis Retail, Liquor Retail, and Investments.
Sundial is the largest private sector cannabis and liquor retailer in Canada. The Company's retail banners include Spiritleaf, Value Buds, Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, and Ace Liquor. As a licensed producer that crafts small-batch cannabis using state-of-the-art indoor facilities, Sundial's 'craft-at-scale' modular growing approach, award-winning genetics, and experienced growers set us apart. Sundial's brand portfolio includes Top Leaf, Sundial Cannabis, Palmetto, Spiritleaf Selects, and Grasslands. Sundial's investment portfolio seeks to deploy strategic capital through direct and indirect investments and partnerships throughout the global cannabis industry.
For more information on Sundial, please go to www.sndlgroup.com.
This news release includes statements containing certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law ("forward-looking statements"). Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "continue", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "may", "will", "potential", "proposed" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. These statements are only predictions. Various assumptions, including but not limited to assumptions with respect to the potential Consolidation, were used in drawing the conclusions or making the projections contained in the forward-looking statements throughout this news release. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made, and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. The Company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable law.
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HUD announces $2.8 billion in grants for homeless services
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Housing and Urban Development is providing $2.8 billion in fresh funding for homeless services organizations across the country.
The funding, announced Monday, will be allocated via competitive bids through HUD’s Continuum of Care Program, the largest source of federal grant support to housing and services programs for people experiencing homelessness.
HUD funds approximately 7,000 homeless services projects annually through the program. Applications for the new round of funding are due to HUD by Sept. 29.
A HUD statement announcing the funding said that existing Continuum of Care participants can “renew existing projects, apply for new projects and to reallocate resources from lower performing projects to better serve people experiencing homelessness.”
The announcement specifies that the new funding will prioritize services for homeless youth and for “survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.”
Other priorities in the funding include an emphasis on racial equity and anti-discrimination polices for LGTBQ+ individuals. Access to the Continuum of Care funding will also be expanded to welcome applicants from Native American tribes and internal tribal housing support programs.
HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge said in a statement that the new funding “will help more Americans experiencing homelessness move into homes and access critical supportive services like health care, education, and job training.”
Fudge added that the Biden administration seeks to “prioritize equity in homelessness efforts and the humane treatment of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness, and the funding announced today will help communities do just that.”
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Employee strength reaches over 21,500
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and Pune, India, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Persistent Systems (BSE: PERSISTENT) (NSE: PERSISTENT) today announced the Company's audited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, as approved by the Board of Directors.
Consolidated Financial Highlights for the Quarter ended June 30, 2022
The 32nd Annual General Meeting of the Company was held on July 19, 2022. All the resolutions including final dividend payment of INR 11 per share, were passed with requisite majority.
Anand Deshpande, Founder, Chairman and Managing Director, Persistent:
"We would like to thank Pradeep Bhargava, Guy Eiferman and Thomas Kendra for their guidance and encouragement during their tenure as Board members. We are pleased to welcome Arvind Goel, Dr. Ambuj Goyal and Dan'l Lewin as Directors to the Board of Persistent Systems Ltd. Their vast expertise and experience add significant value as we embark on the next phase of our growth journey."
Sandeep Kalra, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, Persistent:
"We are delighted to start the new fiscal year with an exceptional performance — delivering 11.1% sequential and 44.8% year-over-year growth as well as our highest ever TCV booking of $394M. We strengthened our team by adding over 3,000 colleagues, pushing us beyond the 20,000-employee mark.
Our differentiated Digital Engineering expertise, trusted delivery model, robust client relationships and strong partner ecosystem continue to fuel our growth. In addition, we are confidently working with our clients to help them navigate and thrive in the evolving economic environment.
We received multiple accolades this quarter, including recognition as an 'Honored Company' in Institutional Investor's 2022 Asia Executive Team rankings — an acknowledgement by sell-side analysts for our robust corporate governance practices and strong executive leadership."
First Quarter FY23 Client Wins and Outcomes
The order booking for the quarter ended on June 30, 2022, was at $394 million in Total Contract Value (TCV) and at $263 million in Annual Contract Value (ACV).
Some of the key wins for the quarter include:
Software, Hi-Tech & Emerging Industries
- Accelerating data, application and mainframe product modernization for a connected enterprise software and technology company
- Improving user experience, scaling automation, and strengthening nearshore presence as a unified service partner for world's leading technology and cloud services provider
- Building and managing R&D capabilities to improve the extended product portfolio of an IT and security operations solutions company
Banking, Financial Services & Insurance
- Creating robust tech platform to scale operational efficiency and enable omnichannel experience for a premier wealth management firm
- Implementing data center modernization and infrastructure transformation to enhance customer experience and business outcomes for one of the largest third-party claim administrators
- Providing product engineering and domain expertise through an offshore development center to modernize platforms for a leading finance mortgage broker
Healthcare & Life Sciences
- Offering comprehensive software services to support the digital transformation of leading managed healthcare and insurance provider
- Leveraging deep technology and industry expertise to modernize key platforms and improve scalability for a health-tech organization
- Implementing functional data marts on a data lake using Snowflake on AWS platform to reduce the total cost of operations for a multinational medical equipment's manufacturing company
Awards and Recognitions
- Persistent Among Top Companies in Institutional Investor's 2022 Asia Executive Team Awards
- Persistent enters Brand Finance Top 10 India IT Brands for first time and is 3rd fastest growing Indian brand overall
- Persistent Systems recognized as a Top 15 Sourcing Standout for Managed Services in the Q1 2022 ISG Global Index™ "Booming 15" category for the 9th consecutive quarter
- Persistent awarded by Inventicon Business Intelligence Pvt. Ltd. in the Sustainability and Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity categories
- iNFHRA honors Persistent with awards in two categories - Corporate Vaccination and Hygiene at Workplace
News in the Quarter
- Persistent Systems Delivers Digital-first Banking Infrastructure for New Challenger GB Bank
- Persistent & Corestack Announce Global Partnership to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Multi-Cloud Environments
- The Enterprisers Project: 6 things you can do with agile right now, featuring Vikas Gupta
- Digital Surgery - The future has already arrived, featuring Mukul Tripathi and Parimal Muli
- CIO.com: 10 key roles for AI success, featuring Dattaraj Rao
- IDG Connect: CIO Spotlight - R. Venkateswaran, Persistent Systems
About Persistent
With over 21,500 employees located in 18 countries, Persistent Systems (BSE: PERSISTENT) (NSE: PERSISTENT) is a global services and solutions company delivering Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization. Persistent was named to the Forbes Asia Best Under a Billion 2021 list, representing consistent top-and bottom-line performance as well as growth.
Forward-looking and Cautionary Statements
For risks and uncertainties relating to forward-looking statements, please visit persistent.com/FLCS
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(NEXSTAR) – Academia is all well and good, but it’s certainly better with a view.
The Princeton Review has released its rankings of the 25 prettiest college campuses in the country, as determined by a survey of over 160,000 students from colleges and universities across the nation.
The results come as part of the Princeton Review’s annual “Best Colleges” publication, which seeks to rank higher-education facilities by “Best Classroom Experience,” “Best Athletic Facilities” and even LGBTQ-friendliness, among dozens of other categories.
The rankings, according to the Princeton Review, are to be viewed as a tool to help college applicants choose a school based on their interests and the qualities they find most important.
“Since 1992, when we debuted our multiple ranking lists as an alternative to a single academics-only mega list, our mission has been to give students a more useful resource to find the best college for them,” said Rob Franek, the editor-in-chief of the Princeton Review, in a press release.
But if students are purely in it for the aesthetics, they can’t go wrong with the University of San Diego (not to be confused with the University of California, San Diego), which took the top spot for “Most Beautiful Campus” on the 2023 list. Students gave USD high marks for its weather, beach-adjacent location, and a “campus so beautiful [that] most students spend time outside,” according to the Princeton Review.
Rounding out the top five were Bryn Mawr College, in Pennsylvania; the University of Richmond, in Virginia; Loyola Marymount University, in Los Angeles; and Vanderbilt University, in Nashville.
A complete list of the top 25 “most beautiful” campuses can be found at PrincetonReview.com.
All of the Princeton Review’s rankings are based on the survey results from more than 160,000 current students at 388 colleges throughout the country. Each student is instructed to answer 85 questions about their school’s academics, campus life and student body, and final rankings in any given category are based on students indicating “a very high consensus of opinion” in one of 50 different categories.
The Princeton Review itself also selects which colleges are chosen to participate — 388 in total for the 2023 edition — based on data its staff has collected (on the school’s offerings, faculty, etc.), recommendations from its advisory board, and student evaluations, according to Franek.
Additional information on the review’s methods, as well as its ranked lists in 49 other categories, can be found at the publication’s website. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/these-colleges-have-the-most-beautiful-campuses-in-the-country-according-to-princeton-review-survey/ | 2022-08-27T17:54:57Z |
Will help law enforcement strengthen response tactics for Hobbs Municipal School District (NM), Rancocas Valley Regional HS (NJ), South Side Area School District (PA)
PHILADELPHIA, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroEyes, Inc., creators of the only A.I.-based platform focused on weapons detection that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced a roadshow to support active shooter training events at multiple U.S. schools. The company will conduct demonstrations and discussion sessions to educate schools and law enforcement on how to prepare for and respond to active shooter scenarios by leveraging A.I. gun detection software supported by real-time threat intelligence.
ZeroEyes is planning training events with several schools, and will begin its roadshow at the following locations:
- Hobbs Municipal School District (Hobbs, NM) - July 20
- South Side Area School District (Beaver County, PA) - July 28
- Rancocas Valley Regional High School (Mt. Holly, NJ) - August 17
The Gun Violence Archive has recorded more than 300 mass shootings in 2022, averaging 1.7 mass shootings a day. School districts remain a prime target, as evidenced by the recent shooting in Uvalde, TX. Active shooter training events are designed to improve active shooter prevention tactics and boost first responder and police response to future gun threats.
As part of the drills, law enforcement will test their response times for real-world active shooter scenarios both with and without the ZeroEyes platform. Additional school districts and businesses will be invited to attend lunch and learn sessions, hear law enforcement speak about ZeroEyes' technology, and see a demonstration of the platform.
"When we conducted an active shooter drill in 2019, it took law enforcement three minutes to reach the active shooter without ZeroEyes, and only 30 seconds with ZeroEyes," said Dr. Christopher Heilig, Superintendent, Rancocas Valley Regional High School. "ZeroEyes provides invaluable situational intelligence that helps first responders rapidly locate the person with the weapon and minimize casualties."
ZeroEyes' A.I. gun detection platform integrates with existing security cameras and utilizes hundreds of thousands of proprietary images to detect the brandishing of a gun and alert a potential gun threat. The gun detection is then sent to the ZeroEyes Operation Center (ZOC) for human verification, and a timestamp, keyframe image, and location are dispatched over desktop and mobile applications to faculty, staff and first responders within 3-5 seconds.
"I believe ZeroEyes to be a response multiplier that allows students and staff to remain safe and respond quicker when an individual decides to carry out an attack," said Gene Strickland, Superintendent, Hobbs Municipal Schools. "ZeroEyes performs as billed and is an essential component of our Safety and Security Ecosystem within Hobbs Municipal Schools."
"ZeroEyes is an integral and central part of our proactive approach to school security," said Alan R. Fritz, Jr., Superintendent, South Side Area School District. "In the event of an emergency, time is of the essence and the AI technology provided by the ZeroEyes system provides us with extra time to deploy our security measures."
"Our research has found that the average police response time for an active shooter event is approximately twelve minutes," said Mike Lahiff, CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes. "When it comes to saving lives, response time is crucial and can have a significant impact on lives saved. By participating in active shooter training events across the U.S., we hope to demonstrate how threat intelligence provided by ZeroEyes can help schools and law enforcement respond to gun-related threats more swiftly and efficiently."
Learn more about ZeroEyes and its mission to mitigate gun violence by visiting ZeroEyes.com.
ZeroEyes delivers a proactive, human-verified A.I. gun detection software solution that integrates into existing security cameras and mitigates mass shootings and gun-related violence by reducing response times, providing actionable intelligence with images and delivering clarity among chaos – ultimately saving lives. ZeroEyes has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a promising anti-terrorism technology and is the first video analytics technology to receive SAFETY Act DT&E Designation.
Founded by Navy SEALs and Special Operations military veterans, ZeroEyes delivers accurate and real-time actionable intelligence about the brandishing of a gun near or in an occupied area or building, to local staff and law enforcement with an image of the shooter(s) and location of the threat, within 3 to 5 seconds from the moment the gun is detected. The ZeroEyes team also provides tech consulting, installation assistance and practice drills for active shooter events to enhance safety at schools, corporate and government facilities. Headquartered in the Greater Philadelphia area, the company's affordable and effective gun detection solution has been adopted by the US Department of Defense, leading public K-12 school districts, colleges/universities, commercial property groups, manufacturing plants, Fortune 500 corporate campuses, shopping malls, big-box retail stores and more. Learn more about ZeroEyes at ZeroEyes.com.
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Which plastic file boxes are best?
Even though we’re living in the digital age, a certain amount of paperwork is inevitable. Documents like birth certificates, passports and insurance information are important pieces of paper that need to be stored somewhere securely.
If you find yourself frustrated while looking through an endless pile of paper, you could benefit greatly from a filing system. For a great plastic file box, consider the Bankers Box Heavy-Duty Plastic File Storage Box With Hanging Rails.
What to know before you buy a plastic file box
Size
Think about how much space you have and where you would like to store the file box. If you have a home office with plenty of space, you can likely invest in a bulkier box that takes up more room.
You also want to consider the size of the paperwork that you’ll be filing. Most people have items of varying sizes, such as legal or letter, and miscellaneous odd-shaped documents, such as receipts or identification. Select a filing system that’ll accommodate your paperwork without compromising the integrity of any items.
Capacity
Assess how much you have to store. With more and more people working out of a home office now, the amount of paperwork has increased. You want to select a file box that easily accommodates all of your important documents, both personal and professional.
If you need something to hold them together, invest in a product that can keep work and personal items separated within the storage system. You don’t want to invest in a product that won’t function the way you need it to.
Mobility
Some filing boxes are easy to move, while others are meant to stay in place. If you travel from a home office to a workspace and need to take a lot of items with you, something portable will work best for you. Look for a plastic file box that has a handle and is easy to carry.
If it’s not a priority to move the box, look for something designed to be stationary. Many boxes are stackable, but make sure you don’t overfill the boxes to the point that you can’t move them if need be.
What to look for in a quality plastic file box
Fluid resistant
Although not all plastic file boxes are waterproof, most are water resistant. The good thing about plastic is that water slides right off and it doesn’t absorb into the box. If something spills on the box, it’s generally easy to clean.
Although plastic file boxes are fairly foolproof when it comes to water, you want to exercise caution with hot liquids. If hot coffee or tea spills on the box, there’s a chance the plastic could melt and become misshapen. Darker liquids could also stain important paperwork if it seeps into the box.
Sturdy
Choose something that’s strong and durable. Make sure it’s constructed out of high-quality plastic and made for getting a lot of use. Inspect the material before you make a purchase to ensure there are no weaks spots or cracking in the construction of the plastic.
Secure
The paperwork that you’re filing is very likely important, so you want to keep it safe. Select a plastic file box that has a lid you can secure easily so that items won’t spill out. If it has a latch, double-check that it fastens well and won’t wear out after a few uses.
How much you can expect to spend on a plastic file box
The price of plastic file boxes varies depending on their capacity and size, but typically, you can expect to spend $15-$30.
Plastic file box FAQ
What color is best for a plastic file box?
A. While a clear file box makes it easier to see what’s inside, a solid color provides more privacy. If it’s important the items in your file box stay concealed, select something opaque. Also, consider your home decor. While clear matches with anything, a solid selection may clash with your color scheme. A lot of plastic file boxes come in black, which could be a good compromise if you’re undecided.
Why do you need a plastic file box instead of a regular storage box?
A. Boxes designed specifically for filing documents keep things neat and organized. File boxes typically have built-in rails that you can hang folders from to separate items more easily.
A standard storage box usually doesn’t have any added features for sorting and labeling. This type of box is hollow inside and meant to store items loosely, which could pose a challenge when trying to find paperwork.
What’s the best plastic file box to buy?
Top plastic file box
Bankers Box Heavy-Duty Plastic File Storage Box With Hanging Rails
What you need to know: This rectangular plastic file box with lid safely stores both letter and legal-size documents.
What you’ll love: It’s easy to lift and TSA approved for traveling.
What you should consider: It doesn’t accommodate legal-size folders that aren’t hanging files.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top plastic file box for the money
Lorell Portable Plastic File Box
What you need to know: This clear plastic file box stores both letter- and legal-size files and it’s easy to see what’s inside.
What you’ll love: The lid has interlocking snaps for quick and easy closing. The stackable plastic unit is sturdy enough to pile several boxes high.
What you should consider: Because it is clear, it doesn’t offer a lot of privacy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: Made for simple transportation, this mobile filing box is perfect for the person on the go.
What you’ll love: It has a lid with a handle that double latches for added security. This plastic file box holds 8.5 by 11 hanging folders.
What you should consider: Black is the only color this particular plastic file box is only available in.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Coupa Software (NASDAQ: COUP), announced today that its management team will participate in the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
The management team's live remarks, scheduled to begin at 9:15 am PT (12:15 pm ET), can be accessed from Coupa's investor relations website at http://investors.coupa.com. A replay of the live webcast will also be available on this website for at least 90 days following the event.
About Coupa Software
Coupa is the cloud-based Business Spend Management (BSM) platform that unifies processes across supply chain, procurement, and finance functions. Coupa empowers organizations around the world to maximize value and operationalize purpose through their business spend. To learn more about Coupa, visit www.coupa.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter.
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STAMFORD, Conn. , June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VantageScore Solutions, today released the results of its annual model performance assessment. In keeping with its mission to promote transparency and aid in model governance, VantageScore publishes the results of these assessments annually so that lenders and policy makers have confidence that the credit scores used to make loan decisions are predictive, consistent and fair.
Highlights from the assessment include:
- VANTAGESCORE 4.0 OUTPERFORMS: VantageScore 4.0 outperforms prior versions of VantageScore models as well as other benchmark credit reporting company (CRC) scoring models within Originations and Account Management overall as well as across all major product categories, including Bankcard, Auto, Mortgage and Personal Installment Loans.
- TRENDED DATA DRIVES PERFORMANCE: VantageScore 4.0's use of trended attributes has brought significant predictive performance improvements within both the lower scoring and higher scoring credit originations segments.
- SCORE CONSISTENCY RETAINED: Aided by the proprietary VantageScore attribute leveling process, a high level of score consistency across the CRCs is maintained. VantageScore 4.0 continues to provide the most consistent scores of all the VantageScore models.
- UNBIASED RESULTS: VantageScore 4.0 continues to provide unbiased, consistent results across ethnic groups and across the credit spectrum.
"Inflation, increasing cost of borrowing, ending borrower accommodations and economic headwinds are top of mind for risk managers today. We consider it a best practice to provide our model users with transparency and data that shows VantageScore credit scores continue to accurately reflect consumers' credit risk," said Silvio Tavares, President and CEO of VantageScore.
The full model performance assessment is available for download at https://vantagescore.com/lenders/2022-model-assessment/.
About VantageScore Solutions
VantageScore Solutions develops consumer credit scoring models that combine the need for both financial inclusivity and dependable predictiveness across all scoring ranges. The company's most recent models score approximately 96 percent of all adults 18 and older – including 37 million more people than conventional models – without sacrificing safety and soundness. As a result, lenders using VantageScore can extend credit to those who have been historically marginalized, including minority and lower-to-middle income Americans. VantageScore credit scores are used by thousands of lenders, landlords, utility companies, telecom companies, and many others to determine creditworthiness. Additionally, tens of millions of consumers rely on free access to their VantageScore credit scores to monitor their own creditworthiness.
VantageScore Solutions was launched in 2006 and is owned by America's three national credit reporting companies (CRCs) – Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Using a patent-protected tri-bureau methodology, VantageScore delivers time-tested, innovative and more consistent credit scoring models across all three CRCs.
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Hong Kong's home carrier to deploy Sabre technology to expand access to more personalized travel experiences and drive new revenue opportunities
SOUTHLAKE, Texas and SINGAPORE and HONG KONG, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced an enhanced relationship with Cathay Pacific Airways, which will give Sabre-connected travel agencies globally the ability to access dynamic New Distribution Capability (NDC) content from Cathay Pacific through the Sabre travel marketplace.
The latest deal gives Sabre extra traction on its NDC roadmap while creating additional modern airline retailing opportunities for Cathay Pacific, and enabling Sabre-connected agencies to shop, book and service Cathay Pacific content to create more personalized trips and experiences for the end traveler. This new agreement follows a signing at the beginning of this year which saw Cathay Pacific select Sabre's Fares Manager and Fares Optimizer solutions to achieve strategic pricing and intelligent offer creation.
"As we move further into recovery, it's vital that we are able to create more differentiated content that is reflective of travelers' wants and needs today and tomorrow," said Cathay Pacific General Manager Sales and Distribution Martin Xu. "Having created that content, we need to make sure that as many travelers as possible have access to it, whether through direct or indirect channels. That's why we're delighted to be joining Sabre's Beyond NDC family at this key moment for the travel industry."
The agreement builds on a busy NDC roadmap Sabre has laid out for the remainder of 2022 to continue to advance its capabilities. It also takes effect as Cathay Pacific resumes flying to more destinations following adjustments to some travel curbs in Hong Kong.
"NDC is more important than ever as the travel industry seeks to capture the tailwinds of recovery, and 2022 is gearing up to be a key year for our NDC efforts," said Kathy Morgan, Vice President, Channel Delivery, Sabre Travel Solutions. "A critical enabler in creating a more dynamic distribution environment where it is easier to adapt to changing marketing conditions, NDC is a win-win-win for the airline, agency and traveler, so we're thrilled to have Cathay Pacific join us as we continue to drive our long-term Beyond NDC retailing and distribution vision forward."
About Sabre Corporation
Sabre Corporation is a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of travel companies including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The company provides retailing, distribution and fulfilment solutions that help its customers operate more efficiently, drive revenue and offer personalized traveller experiences. Through its leading travel marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers with buyers from around the globe. Sabre's technology platform manages more than $260B worth of global travel spend annually. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world. For more information visit www.sabre.com.
About Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific is the home airline of Hong Kong with over 75 years of history, offering scheduled passenger and cargo services to destinations in Asia, North America, Australia, Europe and the Middle East. The Cathay Pacific Group also comprises low-cost airline HK Express and express all-cargo carrier Air Hong Kong, connecting people and cargo around the world. Cathay Pacific is a member of the Swire Group, is a founding member of the oneworld global alliance, and is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE). For more information, please visit www.cathaypacific.com
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Brother MAXIDRIVE Inkjet Technology offers increased speeds, durability and superior prints, the perfect partner for small businesses and the home office
BRIDGEWATER, N.J., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brother International Corporation today introduced the newest models in its INKvestment Tank lineup, including the MFC-J5855DW, MFC-J6555DW and MFC-J6955DW INKvestment Tank Color Inkjet all-in-one printers. With up to 1 year of ink in box1 and easy-to-change cartridges, these new models are also built with Brother MAXIDRIVE Inkjet Technology, providing you and your business with hassle-free printing and the next generation of inkjet printing technology.
Features of the new INKvestment Tank Color Inkjet All-In-One Printer Lineup include:
- Reduced ink replacement and up to 1 year of ink in-box1: Set it up, get printing and forget about ink replacement, with up to 1 year of ink included in box1. Boost productivity with fast print and scan speeds and versatile paper handling options, including 11"x17" printing, copying, scanning and fax capabilities2, a 50-page capacity automatic document feeder3, and 100-sheet multipurpose tray.
- The next generation of inkjet printing technology with Brother MAXIDRIVE Inkjet Technology: A re-engineered print head to help minimize print head degradation and maximize print speeds versus previous generations, all while delivering high-quality print results. Built for durability and uniform printing – even with long-term use – these Brother printers are ready to be your business partner for years to come.
- Flexible connection options: Flexible connection options mean you can work seamlessly. Connect quickly to your wireless network through built-in dual band wireless (2.4GHz / 5GHz)4, Wi-Fi Direct®, connect via Ethernet, or even to a single computer through USB. Download the Brother Mobile Connect5 application to your mobile device for easy product set up, print and scan on-the-go capabilities, ongoing machine maintenance and more.
- Advanced security and eco-friendly features: Triple Layer Security features help safeguard sensitive documents and securely connect to your device and network while printing – critical for today's business environment. These powerful printers are also extremely energy efficient – they are ENERGY STAR® and EPEAT® Silver certified. Optional Eco Mode and Ink Save Mode help reduce power consumption and ink use, plus automatic duplex printing saves paper and reduces costs for your business.
- Worry-free printing: Brother Genuine Ink & Toner provides vivid images and crisp text, for high-quality, worry-free printing for your business or any task at hand. Brother Genuine Ink is specifically engineered and tested to perform to the highest standards, helping deliver reliable smudge and smear-free printing, while extending the life of your print head.
"The way our customers work has changed and our printer technology is changing with it. Today's workplace can be at home, at an office or almost anywhere on the go. Users expect speed, hassle-free convenience, and a seamless experience," said Mark Hoffman, Director, Product Marketing and Product Development, B2C Printing at Brother. "Our newest series of printers are made to provide entrepreneurs and businesses of every size a custom feel while delivering on the core needs of their printer - speed, high quality output and cost-effective supplies without the hassle of inconvenient last minute supply runs."
In addition to the MFC-J5855DW ($299.996), MFC-J6555DW ($329.996), and MFC-J6955DW ($429.996) INKvestment Tank Color Inkjet all-in-one printers, Brother also launched the MFC-J5340DW ($249.996) Inkjet all-in-one printer and the MFC-J5955DW, the first ever color inkjet in the Brother Workhorse Series sold through Brother Gold Authorized partners. The models provide the performance you need at an attractive price fit for a small business, while addressing mixed fleets for a more business and corporate home environment. Adding to the Brother benefit of Triple Level Security, both the MFC-J6955DW and MFC-J5955DW have also passed the strict security of Keypoint Intelligence-Buyers Lab (BLI) Printer and MFP Security Validation Testing for device penetration to ensure protection against vulnerabilities in the device firmware / OS, ports, print protocols, embedded web page, connectivity avenues, and other areas.
With flexible connection options, intuitive functionality, versatile paper handling with the ability to print, copy, scan and fax up to 11"x17" (depending on the model), these printers are the perfect partner for your business powered by Brother MAXIDRIVE Inkjet Technology. The new Brother INKvestment Tank series all-in-one printers and new Inkjet all-in-one printer are the perfect partner for businesses of all sizes.
For more information about the new Brother INKvestment Tank inkjet all-in-one printers, please visit Brother-usa.com/inkvestment-tank/business.
For more information on the Brother inkjet all-in-one printers, please visit Brother-usa.com/home/printers-fax/inkjet-printers.
Brother International Corporation has earned its reputation as a premier provider of home office and business products, home appliances for the sewing and crafting enthusiast as well as industrial solutions that revolutionize the way we live and work. Brother International Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brother Industries Ltd. With worldwide sales exceeding $6 billion, this global manufacturer was started more than 100 years ago. Bridgewater, New Jersey is the corporate headquarters for Brother in the Americas. It has fully integrated sales, marketing services, manufacturing, research, and development capabilities located in the U.S. In addition to its headquarters, Brother has facilities in California, Illinois, and Tennessee, as well as subsidiaries in Canada, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru, and Mexico. For more information, visit www.brother.com.
- Based on average monthly print volumes of approximately 300 pages at 60% black pages / 40% color pages in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711 using 4 cartridges provided in-box. For more page yield information, see www.brother.com/pageyield.
- Features not available on all models.
- Maximum capacity based on using 20 lb. paper.
- Requires a wireless connection.
- Requires connection to a wireless network. Brother Mobile Connect free app download is not available in all countries.
- Prices may vary. Pricing set by retailers and Authorized partners.
CONTACT: Ashley Guido, ashley.guido@brother.com
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OCALA, Fla., June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HiBid.com facilitated the sale of more than half a million lots in auctions running from May 30th through June 6th. An average of 1.51 million bids per day were placed in a combined total of 1,375 online-only and webcast auctions. In total, the auctions brought in over $38.4 million in gross auction proceeds.
Items now up for bidding include jewelry, watches, artwork, gold and silver coins and bullion, furniture, and an incredible range of overstock merchandise for household and yard.
HiBid.com brings buyers and sellers together every day with a wide-ranging selection of items across hundreds of categories that appeal to bidders worldwide. HiBid is fully integrated with Auction Flex 360, providing auctioneers with a comprehensive auction management solution that supports internet-only auctions, webcast auctions, and absentee bidding.
May 30th-June 6th HiBid.com Highlights
GAP: $38,423,022
Lots Sold: 533,477
Online-Only Auctions: 1,278
Webcast Auctions: 97
Average Bidders Per Day: 930,000
Average Bids Per Day: 1.51 million
Current Auctions
The following list includes a small sample from the hundreds of auctions currently open for bidding on HiBid.com. Site visitors can click the Find Auctions menu at the top of the HiBid.com homepage for links to the Featured and Hot auctions, such as those listed below, or use the search box to find auctions nearby.
Luxury Estate Sale Featuring Furniture and Collectibles
Auction Type: Online-Only
Dates: June 3rd-10th
Seller: Wayne Wheat Auctioneers
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Quality Jewelry Plus Gold and Silver Coins and Bullion
Auction Type: Online-Only
Dates: June 8th-14th
Seller: AAbids.com
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Overstock General Merchandise Auction
Auction Type: Online-Only
Dates: June 4th-18th
Seller: United Auctions Unlimited
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HiBid is an online auction platform supporting webcast auctions, internet-only auctions, and internet absentee bidding. It is also available as a private-label solution. HiBid is integrated with Auction Flex, the market leader in auction software for live auctions, with capabilities that include cataloging, clerking, cashiering, accounting, mailing list management, inventory management, and multi-parcel. HiBid and Auction Flex were built from the ground up to function together seamlessly.
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Brightest Minds in Planning and Strategy to Outline the Journey to Unlocking the Growth Potential of Customer Learning
BOSTON, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thought Industries, the global leader in Customer Learning software and learning strategies, today announced that its COGNITION 2022 conference will take place October 4-6, 2022, and feature keynote speakers Geoffrey Moore, leading organizational theorist and author of "Crossing the Chasm" and "The Infinite Staircase" and Dr. Britt Andreatta, former Chief Learning Officer for Lynda.com and Senior Learning Consultant for Global Leadership and Talent Development at LinkedIn.
COGNITION has emerged as the industry's top annual event focused solely on the Customer Learning movement, bringing together experts from customer, partner, and professional training to share how Customer Learning has driven growth and scale in their businesses.
"At this, our third annual COGNITION event, we're going to highlight the momentum in Customer Learning we're seeing from so many of our customers and partners around the world," said Barry Kelly, CEO at Thought Industries. "This really is an inflection point in customer-centricity. Whether you're in the trenches as a daily practitioner, or a member of the C-suite looking for proven ways to improve customer retention and increase revenue, you'll come away from COGNITION with the connections, roadmap and tools for growth."
At COGNITION 2022, attendees learn from, engage and connect with their customer learning peers, with Thought Industries customers and global thought leaders in customer learning sharing their knowledge in live videos, interactive online sessions, and workshops for professional learning. Additional opportunities include workshops to engage with forward-thinking peers and tactical training on the Thought Industries platform.
There are two main tracks catering to customer learning thought leaders and decision makers:
- Practitioners, for those looking to build on their existing customer learning program
- Leaders, for those looking for the very latest news and trends in the customer learning space to elevate their program to the next level
On top of access to this year's live virtual conference, registrants gain access to all 2021 and 2020 on-demand sessions and an exclusive networking platform, allowing them to connect with their customer learning peers to continue the conversation.
Register here for COGNITION 2022 before July 7, 2022 to take advantage of the early-bird pricing, or check out the conference site for more information.
About Thought Industries
Thought Industries provides the world's #1 software platform for customer learning management (CLM). Industry leaders use CLM to grow revenue, increase customer loyalty, and ensure customer success across technology, manufacturing, healthcare and other industries with complex products and training requirements. Thought Industries was founded in 2014 around the core belief that online learning experiences should be modern, intuitive, engaging and scalable. Headquartered in Boston, Thought Industries has offices across North America and Europe. For more information, visit thoughtindustries.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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HOUSTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- University of St. Thomas-Houston celebrates its official membership in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) DIII effective Sept. 1, 2022.
It is Official!
UST President Dr. Richard Ludwick and Athletic Director Todd Smith announced the news to the UST community at its fall 2022 semester Opening Day festivities to thunderous cheers.
"The successful renewed emphasis on growing UST's athletics has energized our community," President Ludwick said. "Our striking emergence within the NCAA is a significant indicator of the more remarkable things that UST is set to accomplish."
"We are excited to receive word from the NCAA graduating us to official DIII membership," Smith said. "It has been a very long, educational and fun process. We have launched talented new teams, welcomed many more student athletes, and grown as a department to prepare for this next step in our trajectory.
"This year, we have more than 300 student athletes at UST, and we are excited to be eligible for postseason competition at last," Smith said. "A special thanks to Dr. Ludwick, our University Board, our very committed and patient student athletes and everyone who helped throughout the process!"
From NAIA to NCAA DIII
From 2006-2018, UST Athletics competed in NAIA and the Red River Athletic Conference. In 2018, an invitation was extended for UST to begin an exploratory year of transition to NCAA DIII followed by three provisional membership years before full membership in 2022. During this time, St. Thomas competed in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) with Trinity, Colorado College, Southwestern, Texas Lutheran, Schreiner, University of Dallas, Centenary and Austin College.
Women's volleyball is the first sport to play under the NCAA official membership status on Sept. 1 against East Texas Baptist University. Women's Volleyball athlete, Alyssa Ajlouny, was also happy with the transition into the NCAA.
"It has been amazing to watch the growth of this program over the last five years," she said. "From NAIA in my freshman year to NCAA in my fifth and final season; my teammates and I are eager to work hard and win."
With full membership in NCAA DIII, UST teams are eligible to compete postseason, unlike the past four years, when they won a conference championship but could not move on to national tournaments.
UST alumnus and Men's Head Basketball Coach Anthony Medina '12, MBA '21, led basketball teams to four Men's Basketball SCAC Conference Championships in three years: 2020, 2021 and 2022, He was also named 2020 SCAC Coach of the Year.
"Completing the transition to NCAA marks the beginning of a new chapter for UST Athletics," Medina said. "We are excited to continue writing the story of UST Athletics in the NCAA as an institution that values education, competition, and integrity."
DIII Student Athletes Prioritize Academics
Colleges and universities in DIII place the highest priority on the overall quality of the educational experience and on the successful completion of all student academic programs. During this experience, student athletes are in an environment that values cultural diversity and gender equity.
19 Different NCAA DIII Sports Plus Intercollegiate Spirit and Esports
In 2022-2023, UST tallied 300 student-athletes and added cheer and dance teams. Notably, 120 new student-athletes became part of our athletics family in 2022-2023. In addition, UST hired a swim coach for its new competitive swim program. Swimming begins in the 2023 season bringing the UST student athlete total to 350 with 25 staff members. Currently, UST has 19 different sports and non-NCAA Spirit and Esports.
Growth Timeline:
- 2006, Women's Volleyball
- 2007 Men's Soccer
- 2009 Men's Basketball
- 2011 Women's Basketball and Men's and Women's Golf
- 2014 Women's Soccer
- 2018 Cross Country
- 2019 Baseball and Men's and Women's Tennis
- 2020 Softball and Men's and Women's Track and Field
- 2021, Men's and Women's Indoor Track
- 2024 Men's and Women's Swimming
About University of St. Thomas
University of St. Thomas is a comprehensive university, grounded in the liberal arts. Committed to the unity of all knowledge, UST offers programs in the traditional liberal arts, professional, and skilled-based disciplines. Graduates of the University of St. Thomas think critically, communicate effectively, succeed professionally, and lead ethically.
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New building will house updated call center and additional corporate employees
MECHANICSBURG, Pa., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- West Shore Home, one of the fastest growing home remodeling companies in the nation today announced the opening of its second headquarters in central Pennsylvania. Located at 4600 Westport Drive in Mechanicsburg, it will hold over 300 employees, servicing the company's 33 branches in 15 states nationwide.
The 67,000 square foot building was an existing structure that is being redesigned in three phases. Phase one is complete and has the capacity for 180 employees in the company's call center that assists customers nationwide. Other support teams are onsite including IT and human resources. Phases two and three are expected to be complete by the end of 2022 into early 2023.
"West Shore Home is growing at an explosive rate. With this comes the need for even greater corporate space as we continue to expand," said B.J. Werzyn, CEO, West Shore Home. "In the past three years, we have quadrupled the number of employees within the company. I am proud that we continue to lay down roots in central Pennsylvania, bringing even more jobs to region."
The Westport Dr. location is similar in design to its corporate headquarters that opened in 2021 in Mechanicsburg. The open design concept features light industrial architecture and modern décor.
West Shore Home specializes in window, door, and bath remodeling and replacement, with most projects completed in just one day. The brand's marketing messages Don't Blink® and Fast is Better represent the speed and efficiency of its entire remodeling process.
Its proven customer-focused business model is driving West Shore Home's national growth. Its ability to provide fast, seamless business integrations is changing perceptions in the industry and propelling its vision of becoming America's Most Admired Home Remodeling Brand®.
West Shore Home®, headquartered in Mechanicsburg, PA., is a leading technology-enabled home remodeling services provider with an expanding national footprint. Founded in 2006, West Shore Home's national brand promise is Bringing Happiness to Every Home® by delivering a fast, easy and convenient home remodeling experience. From the first phone call to the final installation, customers have a streamlined experience and associate the West Shore Home brand with consistent high quality, transparency, and trust. For additional information visit westshorehome.com.
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Airbnb said Tuesday that it earned $379 million in the second quarter on record bookings and rising rates, and the short-term rental giant announced a plan to spend up to $2 billion to buy its own stock.
The results showed a reversal from losses in the second quarter of both last year and 2019.
Airbnb indicated that its third-quarter revenue will be better than analysts currently forecast, although the gross value of bookings in the second quarter fell short of Wall Street expectations.
Airbnb has benefitted from the increase in travel and the exodus of workers from offices, which frees them to work from just about anywhere they can get internet access.
Bookings in the second quarter were about one-fourth higher than last year and 2019, but their gross value of $17.0 billion was slightly below analysts’ forecast of more than $17.1 billion, according to FactSet. Chief Financial Officer Dave Stephenson said the gross value of bookings is still rising sharply compared with 2019.
The San Francisco-based company said customers were making more international bookings. Listings away from major cities rose nearly 50% compared with the second quarter of 2019, and Airbnb said urban listings grew compared with the previous three months.
Stephenson said Airbnb saw higher numbers of cancellations late in the quarter, which he blamed on airlines canceling flights. Most of the cancellations were in North America, Stephenson said. He did not give figures.
Airbnb said the daily rate paid by renters averaged $164, up 1% from a year ago and 40% from the same period in 2019. The shift in bookings — from cities to less populated areas such as beach and mountain destinations, and toward renting an entire house — has helped drive prices higher. Stephenson said, however, that now it’s mostly just price appreciation, which “has been stickier than what we anticipated maybe six months ago.”
Airbnb said it that excluding stock-based compensation and some other costs, it earned 56 cents per share.
Revenue rose 58% from a year earlier and 73% from the second quarter of 2019, to $2.10 billion. Analysts expected revenue of $2.11 billion, according to a FactSet survey.
Airbnb said third-quarter revenue would be between $2.78 billion and $2.88 billion on “slightly higher” average rental prices. Analysts expect $2.77 billion.
Airbnb’s stock fell more than 8% in about two hours of extended trading. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/airbnb-posts-2q-profit-of-379-million-on-record-bookings/ | 2022-08-03T14:37:02Z |
SÃO PAULO, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zenvia Inc. ("ZENVIA" or "Company") (NASDAQ: ZENV), the leading cloud-based CX communications platform in Latin America empowering companies to transform their existing communications with end customers along their life cycle, today announced it will host its first Investor Day on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 in New York City, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET, followed by a cocktail until 7:00 p.m. ET, in which investors will have opportunities to exchange with the C- level in attendance.
"We are very excited to be hosting our first Investor Day, when we will be celebrating our first year as a public company," said Cassio Bobsin, CEO. "It will be an opportunity for an in-depth discussion on how we are envisioning and developing the customer journeys of the future."
Investors and analysts are invited to register for the event at https://www.zenviainvestorday.com.
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal appeals court is being asked to reconsider its decision allowing the Biden administration to require that federal employees get vaccinated against COVID-19.
A panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals last month vacated a lower court ruling blocking the mandate and ordered dismissal of a lawsuit challenging the policy, which was ordered by President Joe Biden in September.
However, that 2-1 ruling by the appellate panel doesn’t take effect until May 31. On Saturday, opponents of the mandate, led by a group called Feds for Medical Freedom, filed a petition asking that the April ruling be vacated and that the full 17-member court hear new arguments in the case.
On Monday, the 5th Circuit asked the government to respond by June 2; it was unclear if the court would take any action before then.
Biden issued an order Sept. 9 that more than 3.5 million federal executive branch workers undergo vaccination, with no option to get regularly tested instead, unless they secured approved medical or religious exemptions.
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Brown, who was appointed to the District Court for the Southern District of Texas by then-President Donald Trump, issued a nationwide injunction against the requirement in January. At the time, the White House said 98% of federal workers were already vaccinated.
In February, one 5th Circuit panel refused to block Brown’s ruling pending appeal. After hearing arguments in March, a different panel ruled 2-1 that Brown didn’t have jurisdiction in the case and those challenging the requirement could have pursued administrative remedies under Civil Service law.
Judges Carl Stewart and James Dennis, both nominated to the court by Democratic President Bill Clinton, were in the majority. Judge Rhesa Barksdale, a senior judge nominated by Republican President George H.W. Bush, dissented, saying the relief the challengers sought does not fall under the Civil Service Reform Act cited by the administration. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/opponents-of-federal-vaccine-mandate-seek-rehearing/ | 2022-05-23T19:20:18Z |
Avianca Group is the first LAC-based airline to distribute its NDC content through Sabre marketplace
Sabre has activated the group's NDC offers in several countries
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced that Avianca Group's New Distribution Capability (NDC) content is now available to travel agencies, travel buyers and developer partners in several countries.
Avianca Group – which includes Avianca Airlines as well as Avianca Costa Rica, Avianca Ecuador and TACA International Airlines – is the first Latin American carrier to distribute its NDC offers through Sabre's marketplace. The Colombia-based airline group plans to roll out its NDC content in two initial waves: The first one started on Aug. 1; the second is targeted for Aug. 15 and is expected to include more than 50 countries across the globe, including Australia, Ecuador, Canada, Costa Rica, France, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico.
"We are excited about this milestone. The experience and expertise of Sabre's team has been crucial to make the implementation happen quickly," said Catalina Nannig, vice president of Sales & Distribution at Avianca. "Joining Sabre's Beyond NDC family has been a valuable experience, and we are looking forward to expanding the reach of our offers to better serve our customers across the globe."
Sabre-connected agencies and developer partners can now shop, book and service NDC offers alongside other content using Sabre's Offer and Order APIs, agency point-of-sale tool Sabre Red 360 as well as corporate online booking tool GetThere – all within a familiar booking environment. The roll-out of NDC offers follows a pilot phase with travel agencies in Brazil, El Salvador, and the United States.
"For us as travel retailers, it is essential to have access to the right air and ancillary content – and to be able to easily compare offers from various sources. Sabre's end-to-end approach and appreciation of agency workflows helps us operate more efficiently," said José Miguel Guzmán, owner, Leman's Travel. "We are impressed by Sabre's agility and flexibility and are happy to be able to offer Avianca Group's NDC content to our customers going forward."
Going Beyond NDC is an area of focus for Sabre as an enabler of its vision to be the premier global technology platform in travel. Today, more than 3,000 agencies are shopping, booking, and servicing NDC content through the Sabre marketplace. Sabre is engaged with more than 25 airlines to distribute their NDC content through its GDS.
"Sabre has always been focused on providing a consistent distribution experience, regardless of the channel – and NDC is a part of that approach", said Kathy Morgan, vice president, NDC and Airline Supply, Sabre Travel Solutions. "Integrating with Sabre's marketplace will help enable Avianca Group to distribute its NDC content consistently and efficiently to third-party travel sellers. This will also help equip Avianca to meet the ever-changing needs of travelers, enjoy a more dynamic distribution environment, and open new revenue opportunities."
Sabre Corporation is a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of travel companies including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The company provides retailing, distribution and fulfilment solutions that help its customers operate more efficiently, drive revenue and offer personalized traveler experiences. Through its leading travel marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers with buyers from around the globe. Sabre's technology platform manages more than $260B worth of global travel spend annually. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world. For more information visit www.sabre.com.
AVIANCA GROUP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED includes Avianca -Star Alliance member-, LifeMiles and Avianca Cargo. In passenger transportation and with more than 102 years of continuous operation since 1919, Avianca is the leading airline in Colombia, Ecuador, Central America and has one of the largest airline operations in Latin America with 130 routes, 3,800 weekly flights and a fleet of more than 110 Airbus 320 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, connecting to around 65 destinations in the Americas and Europe. More than 10 million members and 450 allied brands are part of its loyalty program, LifeMiles, one of the largest in the region. In cargo transportation, Avianca Cargo is a leader in the region and is the main airline in different markets in the Americas. It serves more than 50 destinations with a fleet of Airbus A330 freighters, along with its operation of passenger aircraft bellies. Avianca successfully emerged from Chapter 11 at the end of 2021 and today, has a team of more than 12,000 people committed to providing safe, convenient, affordable and friendly service to its customers. More information is available at www.avianca.com
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PEORIA, Ill., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While brick-and-mortar space may come at a premium in larger metropolitan areas, the revitalization in the Greater Peoria area is helping business owners get a greater return on their investment. For people looking for a hip, creative space to start or revitalize their business, the Greater Peoria area has a lot of innovative spaces being created in buildings being repurposed for multi-tenant spaces, mixed use and single tenant.
"I think we're made a little different here in the Greater Peoria area. We like to start businesses and grow them from within and really the fabric of Greater Peoria allows that to happen," said Katie Kim, CEO of Peoria-based commercial real estate development firm The Kim Group. "We are a catalyst area… an ideation area where we have amazing coffee shops to meet in and grow ideas."
Among the restoration projects The Kim Group has completed in the Greater Peoria area is Keller Station, which has evolved from its original use as an Illinois Department of Transportation building to an incubator for local entrepreneurs. Starting with the existing infrastructure, The Kim Group renovated the interior of each building to create commercial spaces for salons, boutiques, coffee shops, eateries, shared office spaces and more.
"When you move into Keller Station, you become part of the Keller Station family because you know everybody knows what's going on with each other and builds each other up," Kim said. "If you have an issue with a business problem, there's always somebody on campus that can help you out with it or can connect you and really advance the close-knit network that we have in Greater Peoria." In addition to new developments, Kim said the Greater Peoria area provides a network of skilled individuals willing to share their expertise with one another. In other words, as a business owner, you never go it alone in the Greater Peoria area.
"Since Peoria has the economics with its low cost of living and it has those connections, people want to build other people up," Kim said. "You may have some knowledge, but maybe don't you know how to get to the next level. Then you have a conversation with somebody, then they have a conversation with somebody else. Then it all connects and creates this beautiful blossom, if you will, of entrepreneurship within our community."
Another local developer, Baldovin Construction, has similarly transformed buildings that have stood for generations into trendy, innovative spaces for growing businesses in addition to creating trendy new housing options throughout the area. Some of the firm's most recognizable projects have taken place in Peoria's Warehouse District, where fabulously preserved brick buildings are being redeveloped and repurposed for up-and-coming small businesses.
"What drew me to redevelop or be a part of the redevelopment of the Warehouse District in Peoria is that I've always thought that is a key to being a hip and attractive community — revitalizing older spaces," said Chief Managing Officer Casey Baldovin. "It costs more, obviously, to renovate than build new. So, when you see people make that kind of investment in their work, buildings, or community, it's showing to the outside world that they do take pride in what they have… not just their work, but their community."
Baldovin said his firm has been involved in numerous projects around the Greater Peoria area, including a renovation of the Süd Building in Pekin. He said his firm takes pride in the region and believes in its potential to serve as an economic hotbed not just for the state of Illinois, but for the country. "When we do feasibility for clients, we'll look at multiple buildings or multiple lots for a new build. I start to look at it as an entrepreneur — how is this going to work?" Baldovin said. "What is your cost per square foot? We try to help them identify some of those because some people don't look at those items. Then, we have in-house designers, so we start laying it out to try to maximize the function of their space."
In addition to available commercial space, both Kim and Baldovin pointed to Greater Peoria's living amenities as potential factors for attracting new business owners. For example, factors such as cost of living and quality of life serve as advantages for the Greater Peoria area over larger metropolitan regions.
"Having lived in Chicago for seven years after graduation thinking I wanted the big city and all that comes with, it also comes with big travel times. So, in moving to the Greater Peoria area, I can get anywhere I want in the city within a 10- to 12-minute timeframe," Kim said. "That means to get to and from gives you your time back, time to grow your business more, more time with your family. You also have the chance to hop on a train and go to Chicago or St. Louis in nearby Bloomington. We do have the Peoria International Airport, but we also have amazing transportation hubs here and that ability where you can live here in Peoria and work on your business during the week."
"Greater Peoria has, in my opinion, one of the best cost of living ratios. You can have your cake and eat it too. You can work remotely and live here, and I think your dollar goes a little further," Baldovin said. "You can have a little bit more time to travel or spend with your family and really do what maybe gives you a better work-life balance. I also think Greater Peoria has a phenomenal ability to bring people in."
Residential and commercial development firm, KDB Group LLC has been instrumental in the revitalization of the Prospect Road corridor in the village of Peoria Heights. Beginning with the Pabst Campus, KDB Group revitalized the historic brick building once owned by a brewing powerhouse, providing commercial space for area businesses while simultaneously honoring the village's heritage. KDB Group is also developing a sustainable, mixed-use space just up the road — Grayboy Plaza Lofts will draw visual inspiration from surrounding infrastructure to create space for retail, commercial, and residential spaces, along with urban green spaces and rooftop terraces. KDB Group has also invested in cultural amenities throughout the Greater Peoria area, refurbishing the historic Scottish Rite Theatre in Peoria and developing the Betty Jayne Brimmer Center for the Performing Arts in Peoria Heights to provide two brand-new cultural centers as venues for dance, theater, concerts, and films.
For more information: Lenora Fisher, Director of Business Attraction, Greater Peoria Economic Development Council. Email: lfisher@greaterpeoriaedc.org // 309-253-6010
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The Temple Education Foundation awarded more than $36,000 in innovative teaching grants on Thursday — funding that will allow 23 Temple ISD educators to better serve their students.
Eight Temple ISD campuses were represented: Temple High School, Bonham Middle School, Travis Science Academy, Lamar Middle School, Cater Elementary, Western Hills Elementary, Raye-Allen Elementary, Kennedy-Powell Elementary and Hector P. Garcia Elementary.
Brianna Hubnik, a career and technical education teacher at Temple High School, won funding for her application titled “Got Cavy?”
“Many of our students want to participate in livestock showing through (Future Farmers of America) but are unable to due to the financial responsibilities,” she said.
However, the campus’ cavy program — an extracurricular offering that teaches students how to care for guinea pigs — could help change that.
“(Students will learn about) reproduction, genetics, hereditary at a hands-on level, along with all the animal management skills that wouldn’t be available to our students before because of monetary responsibilities,” Hubnik said. “Our vet science students and the construction science students would work together to build a structure to house the cavies.”
The CTE teacher added how the funding would provide an opportunity for her students to train on and utilize recently-purchased equipment.
“We would also be able to put our ultrasound machines, part of a TEF innovative teaching grant received in fall 2021, to really good use when monitoring pregnancies,” Hubnik said.
Kayla Debacker, a Project Lead The Way teacher at Kennedy-Powell Elementary, also was surprised with grant funding on Thursday morning for her application titled “2D Paper to 3D Pen.”
The grant she was awarded will be used to purchase 12 3Doodler EDU Start Pens — equipment that allows its users to create 3D objects with the cylindrical plastic filaments it dispenses.
“Building an instant 2D model into a 3D one can help bring that visualization into perspective for visual learners,” Debacker. “How about when classes are bringing their engineering designs to life like their prosthetic limbs for a hurt animal or their 3D plans for the solution to shade the schools’ playground. These 3Doodler pens will be a gateway to unlocking many hidden creative talents.”
Temple ISD Superintendent Bobby Ott is looking forward to seeing these TEF innovative teaching grants put to use.
“The Temple Education Foundation is one of the greatest supporters of our staff and students by way of innovative teacher grants and student scholarships,” he told the Telegram. “These are volunteers who work tirelessly to further the classroom instruction and post secondary opportunities. It takes all of us, a community effort, to provide for our future.”
TEF innovative teaching grants, like those awarded to Debacker and Hubnik, are funded largely by the nonprofit’s annual Distinguished Alumni Event — an evening that has helped raise more than $730,000 over the past five years for the Temple ISD community.
Tickets for this year’s event on Wednesday, Oct. 5, which will honor Dr. Harry Macey Jr. and Tejano legend Little Joe Hernandez, are on sale online at templeeducationfoundation.org.
“This year’s Distinguished Alumni Event will be a special evening celebrating these individual’s accomplishments and learning about their unique careers,” Kristy Brischke, TEF’s executive director, said. “But most of all, the Temple Education Foundation is proud of Dr. Macey and Little Joe for their gifts and service they freely gave to Central Texas. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_12e66126-1f44-11ed-9c17-5347650a22c1.html | 2022-08-19T00:36:51Z |
Oklahoma governor signs bill to make abortion illegal
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill into law on Tuesday that makes it a felony to perform an abortion, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, as part of an aggressive push in Republican-led states across the country to scale back abortion rights.
The bill, which takes effect 90 days after the Legislature adjourns next month, makes an exception only for an abortion performed to save the life of the mother. Abortion rights advocates say the bill signed by the GOP governor is certain to face a legal challenge.
Its passage comes as the conservative U.S. Supreme Court considers ratcheting back abortion rights that have been in place for nearly 50 years.
“We want to outlaw abortion in the state of Oklahoma,” Stitt said during a signing ceremony for the bill, flanked by anti-abortion lawmakers, clergy and students. “I promised Oklahomans that I would sign every pro-life bill that hits my desk, and that’s what we’re doing here today.”
Under the bill, anyone convicted of performing an abortion would face up to 10 years in prison and a $100,000 fine. It does not authorize criminal charges against a woman for receiving an abortion.
Sen. Nathan Dahm, a Broken Arrow Republican now running for Congress who wrote the bill, called it the “strongest pro-life legislation in the country right now, which effectively eliminates abortion in Oklahoma.”
Abortion rights advocates say the bill is clearly unconstitutional, and similar laws approved recently in Arkansas and Alabama have been blocked by federal courts.
“Oklahoma legislators are trying to ban abortion from all sides and merely seeing which of these dangerous, shameful bills they can get their governor to sign,” Dr. Ghazaleh Moayedi, an obstetrician and gynecologist in Texas and Oklahoma and a board member at Physicians for Reproductive Health, said in a statement.
Although similar anti-abortion bills approved by the Oklahoma Legislature in recent years have been stopped as unconstitutional, anti-abortion lawmakers have been buoyed by the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to allow new Texas abortion restrictions to remain in place.
The new Texas law, the most restrictive anti-abortion law to take effect in the U.S. in decades, leaves enforcement up to private citizens, who are entitled to collect what critics call a “bounty” of $10,000 if they bring a successful lawsuit against a provider or anyone who helps a patient obtain an abortion.
“The U.S. Supreme Court’s failure to stop Texas from nullifying the constitutional right to abortion has emboldened other states to do the same,” Nancy Northup, president and CEO of the New York-based Center for Reproductive Rights, said in a statement. “We’ve sued the state of Oklahoma ten times in the last decade to protect abortion access and we will challenge this law as well to stop this travesty from ever taking effect.”
Several states, including Oklahoma, are pursuing legislation similar to the Texas law this year.
The Texas law bans abortion after roughly six weeks of pregnancy and makes no exceptions in cases of rape or incest. Abortions in Texas have plummeted by about 50% since the law took effect, while the number of Texans going to clinics out of state and requesting abortion pills online has gone up.
One of the Texas-style Oklahoma bills that is one vote away from the governor’s desk would ban abortions from the moment of conception and would take effect immediately upon the governor’s signature.
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PORSGRUNN, Norway, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reference is made to the stock exchange announcement on 5 September 2022 by HydrogenPro AS (the "Company") regarding the extraordinary annual general meeting held the same date.
The resolutions made by the general meeting, inter alia amendments to the Company's articles of association, including the conversion of the Company into a public limited liability company, change of company name and amendment to the share capital as a result of the bonus issue, have now been registered with the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises. The new name of the Company is HydrogenPro ASA. The Company's new share capital is NOK 1.160.563,42, divided by 58 028 171 shares, each with a nominal value of NOK 0,02.
About HydrogenPro:
HydrogenPro is a technology company and an OEM for high pressure alkaline electrolyser and supplies large scale green hydrogen plants, all ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certified.
The Company was founded in 2013 by individuals with background from the electrolysis industry which was established in Telemark, Norway by Norsk Hydro in 1927. We are an experienced engineering team of leading industry experts, drawing upon unparalleled experience and expertise in the hydrogen and renewable energy industry.
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NEW YORK, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Rivian Automotive, Inc. ("Rivian Automotive, Inc.") (NASDAQ: RIVN) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired Rivian common stock pursuant and/or traceable to Rivian's initial public offering on November 10, 2021 and/or between November 10, 2021, and March 10, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Rivian Automotive, Inc., contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
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ABOUT THE ACTION: Documents issued in connection with the initial public offering contained representations that were materially inaccurate, misleading, and/or incomplete because they failed to disclose, among other things, that the R1T electric pickup truck and R1S electric SUV were underpriced to such a degree that Rivian would have to raise prices shortly after the IPO and that these price increases would tarnish Rivian's reputation as a trustworthy and transparent company and would put a significant number of the existing backlog of 55,400 preorders, along with future preorders, in jeopardy of cancellation.
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Aggrieved Rivian Automotive, Inc. investors only have until May 6, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
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Based on the book, Everyone Belongs, by Heather Avis, GapKids' latest campaign continues to celebrate kids of all kinds who are flourishing with their unique abilities and talents
NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspiring, inclusive and packed with joy, GapKids Fall campaign reminds us that life is brighter when everyone belongs, and everyone has a chance to shine. Just ahead of the back-to-school season, Gap celebrates belonging with newly released creative inspired by the children's book of the same name, Everyone Belongs, by Heather Avis. The campaign features a wide range of real kids of all abilities and special talents, including those of Avis's own children with Down syndrome.
Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8840358-gapkids-fall-everyone-belongs-campaign/
Avis, a mother, founder of The Lucky Few Foundation, a national Down syndrome advocacy organization, New York Times bestselling author, and unyielding narrative shifter, has dedicated herself to creating a more inclusive world. With this release of her second book, Everyone Belongs, Avis creates the perfect backdrop for Gap's latest GapKids campaign, taking inspiration from the book and showcasing a diverse group of kids who make the world brighter by sharing their individuality.
Concepted by Gap Creative Director, Len Peltier, shot by Jack O'Connor and directed by Lauren Sick, the cast of kids showcase their individual styles and the joy they feel from being who they are and doing what they love. Styled in organic loose denim, khaki, pocket tees, dresses, varsity jackets, and more, modern prep shines in GapKids Fall Icons.
"Celebrating individuality has always been iconic to Gap brand," says Mary Alderete, global head of Gap marketing. "Back-to-school is the right time to bring this message of belonging to the forefront and reinforce that there is no greater joy than being your true self. 'EVERYONE BELONGS' shares an important message for kids and adults alike, and we are excited to continue to encourage individuality, acceptance, and the joy we feel when we embrace our unique selves."
The "EVERYONE BELONGS" GapKids campaign cast includes 13-year-old Adrina Castro who can be found playing basketball, making silly videos with her sister, staying fit and spreading positivity—all from her wheelchair; Four-year-old Beauden Baumkirchner–a septic shock survivor–who, with two prosthetic legs, enjoys biking, quad riding, swimming and knee boarding; Six-year-old Brody Schaffer gained a big following on social media for his loveable personality and many talents. Brody can sing, dance, play piano, and more. Everyone Belongs author Avis's three children, Macy, Truly, and August, are her inspiration for social awareness and acceptance. This is the third time the Avis children are featured in a GapKids campaign, amplifying their incredible journeys.
Beyond the campaign, GapKids is hosting its first-ever digital talent show, encouraging kids across the country to participate and show off their very own talents and skills. There will be a call-to-action for families to upload videos of kids performing their talents to social media, using the hashtag #GapKidsBelong, with a range of participants highlighted on future GapKids channels and campaigns.
And, to further celebrate belonging, Gap is turning the page on educational barriers by donating 20K brand new copies of Everyone Belongs to schools in need via First Book, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing learning materials to underprivileged classrooms.
Gap's "EVERYONE BELONGS" campaign debuts on July 27, 2022, across GapKids channels, television, and digital. Follow along on @gapkids to see #GapKidsBelong content go live throughout the coming months.
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XI'AN, China, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LONGi, the world's leading solar technology company headquartered in Xi'an, China, has launched the industry's first "Sustainability Week" to promote the green and low-carbon development philosophy. During this Sustainability Week, LONGi virtually released its 2021 Sustainability Report worldwide through a bilingual Chinese and English video. George Huo, General Manager of LONGi Brand Management Department, presented the report online in the form of data and case studies.
LONGi's 2021 Sustainability Report was released on the same day as it 2021 Annual Report, highlighting the companies achievements in responding to climate change, pursuing environmental friendliness, and contributing to a zero-carbon future. According to the 2021 Sustainability Report, even in the face of a complex and severe electricity consumption scenario, LONGi has used 3.096 billion kWh of renewable electricity in 2021, with a utilization ratio as high as 40.19%, which is equivalent to avoiding 1.6879 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent greenhouse gas emissions and planting 93.77 million trees in that year.
As the main driving force to achieve the "Dual Carbon" goal, LONGi planned and implemented 267 energy improvement projects in 2021, saving 259 million kWh of electricity and 5.8966 million tons of water. The overall water consumption of the whole group decreased by 10.73% year-on-year. Thanks to its accomplishments, the company has been recognized as a national "Green Factory", "Green Design Product" and "Green Supply Chain Management Enterprise" through the green manufacturing system of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. It has emerged as a "benchmark" for sustainable development and efficient performance in the global solar photovoltaic field.
In the 2021 Sustainability Report, LONGi first defined the carbon reduction target for 2030, which is, taking 2020 as the benchmark, the greenhouse gas emissions within the operation scope will be reduced by 60% by 2030, and the carbon emission intensity of each ton of silicon, cell and glass purchased in 2030 will be reduced by 20% compared with 2020.
On April 24, LONGi officially released the "Supply Chain Green Partner Empowerment Plan" at the company's 2022 supplier conference. This conference aims to promote suppliers to carry out energy conservation and emission reduction actions through carbon management empowerment training. While directly reducing the carbon emissions of supplier partners, LONGi can also enhance the carbon emissions of the base value chain and the carbon footprint of LONGi photovoltaic products.
LONGi has three levels for sustainable development work, based on its own understanding and action. First, LONGi insists on tech innovation, serves more clients with high-efficiency PV products and green energy solutions, and ensures cost-efficiency in pursuit of achieving carbon neutrality, which is the basic mission and primary responsibility of LONGi in global sustainable development. Meanwhile, the company will also adhere to green development philosophy and respond to climate change. LONGi will adhere to its RE100, EP100, and EV100 commitments, set Science-Based Targets (SBTi), enhance compliance management capabilities, and constantly forge a solid platform for sustainable development. Third, through initiatives and empowerment, LONGi will continuously promote the building of green supply chains, drive supply chain enterprises to work together to save energy and reduce carbon emissions, and build green value chains with upstream and downstream partners.
"LONGi is committed to be an advocate, practitioner and leader of sustainable development in the global clean energy sector. In 2021, we took LONGi's sustainable development work to a new level through one action after another, and unveiled it publicly through our annual sustainability report. We hope that all of you who are care about LONGi's sustainable development will get to know us better and give comments and suggestions, so that we can work together for a clean, beautiful and sustainable world!" said Li Zhenguo, founder and president of LONGi, at the launch of 2021 Sustainability Report.
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Southwest Airlines to Discuss Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results on July 28, 2022
Published: Jul. 27, 2022 at 5:45 AM CDT|Updated: 18 minutes ago
DALLAS, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) invites you to listen to a live webcast of its second quarter 2022 financial results. Details are as follows:
To access the live audio webcast and subsequent replay, click on the link above, or go to www.southwest.com and click on "Investor Relations" under the "About Southwest" menu at the bottom of the page. The audio webcast can be found under "News & Events" in the drop down menu. Registration for this event begins 20 minutes prior to the start of the call.
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NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Netflix, Inc. ("Netflix, Inc." or the "Company") (NASDAQ: NFLX) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Netflix, Inc. investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Netflix common stock or call options, or sold put options, between January 19, 2021 and April 19, 2022, inclusive. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
NFLX 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) Netflix was exhibiting slower acquisition growth due to, among other things, account sharing by customers and increased competition from other streaming services; (2) the Company was experiencing difficulties retaining customers; (3) as a result of the foregoing, the Company was losing subscribers on a net basis (4) as a result, the Company's financial results were being adversely affected; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and/or misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Netflix, Inc. during the relevant time frame, you have until July 5, 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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Woman gets 1 year in prison for $400K GoFundMe scam
CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) — A woman who admitted her role in a scam that raised $400,000 using a fake story about a homeless man received a one-year prison sentence in federal court Thursday.
Katelyn McClure was also ordered to make restitution and serve three years’ supervised release. The 32-year-old Bordentown, New Jersey resident is scheduled to be sentenced on state charges next month and could receive more prison time.
A message was left Thursday with an attorney representing McClure.
McClure and her then-boyfriend, Mark D’Amico, fabricated the story about homeless veteran Johnny Bobbitt Jr. giving McClure $20 when she ran out of gas on a Philadelphia highway in 2017.
In truth, state and federal prosecutors said, the group had met near a Philadelphia casino in October 2017 shortly before they told their story.
They publicized the story through local and national media interviews and created a GoFundMe account that more than 14,000 people donated to, thinking the money was to help Bobbitt, according to prosecutors. Law enforcement began investigating after Bobbitt sued the couple, accusing them of not giving him the money.
The federal criminal complaint alleged all of the money raised in the campaign was spent by March 2018, with large chunks spent by McClure and D’Amico on a recreational vehicle, a BMW and trips to casinos in Las Vegas and New Jersey.
D’Amico, described as the group’s ringleader, pleaded guilty to federal charges and was sentenced in April to 27 months in prison. He was also ordered to make restitution and is scheduled for sentencing on separate state charges next month.
Bobbitt was sentenced to five years’ probation on state charges in 2019 and faces sentencing next month on federal charges.
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- Over the past three months, Solectrac has expanded its dealer network by adding locations in Florida, Georgia, and Idaho.
- The company expects to continue growing its dealer network rapidly across the US throughout the remainder of the year.
WINDSOR, Calif., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Solectrac, makers of electric tractors and an operating company of Ideanomics (NASDAQ: IDEX), today announced the continued expansion of its certified dealer network with the addition of Ocala Tractor, LLC, Schow's Inc. and Georgia Land Equipment in Florida, Idaho and Georgia respectively. Solectrac's dealer network now spans the entire country.
Solectrac debuted its dealer network in the Pacific Northwest three months ago in Washington and Oregon via Brim Tractor, followed by Alabama with Columbiana Tractor, LLC. Three months after announcing the launch of its dealer network, Solectrac dealership locations have expanded nationwide with more dealers eager to carry their electric tractors.
Solectrac electric tractors are great sustainable options for hobby farms to municipalities. Their award-winning tractors allow farmers and utility operators to power their tractors using clean, renewable energy sources with the same productivity and performance as diesel-powered options. These new partnerships and locations extend Solectrac's ability to deliver sustainable electric tractors to serve agricultural customers, rural lifestylers, municipalities, and first-time tractor buyers throughout the United States.
"We are thrilled about our rapidly expanding dealer network and how we will be able to meet the demand for our tractors in additional key regions across the country," said Mani Iyer, CEO of Solectrac. "We welcome Ocala Tractor, Schow's and Georgia Land Equipment to the growing Solectrac family. Their support has bolstered our nationwide strategy to bring the benefits of zero-emission tractors with low maintenance to the market through trusted dealers. This puts us well on track to reach our 2022 sales goals."
Ocala Tractor, LLC, is a family-owned and operating business in Ocala, Fla., serving the Crystal River, Gainesville, Ocala, Orlando, and The Villages regions. They carry a large selection of new and pre-owned inventory of tractors and other agricultural equipment and ship nationwide.
Georgia Land Equipment, founded in 2018, serves the Southeastern United States. They are an equipment dealer for eight counties across Georgia as well as servicing segments of Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky, North and South Carolina and Alabama. In addition to land equipment, they also offer a full line of implements and equipment trailers.
Established in 1949, Schow's Inc. is a three-generation family business with seven locations in Idaho and one in Utah. Schow's has multiple full-service equipment dealership locations in Idaho, offering a wide range of innovative parts, sales and service to its customer base.
Solectrac is taking orders for the e25, a versatile, four-wheel drive tractor great for hobby farms, golf courses, sports fields, equestrian centers and municipalities. Tractors are being delivered in 30 days or less from these local dealers. To learn more or to place an order visit, www.solectrac.com or find a certified dealer near you.
Solectrac assembles its tractors in Windsor, Calif., and the company is B Corp Certified. If you are interested in carrying Solectrac electric tractors in your dealership, contact 866-219-6750. For more information and news on Solectrac, please visit www.solectrac.com.
About Solectrac
Solectrac, Inc., located in Northern California, has developed 100% battery-powered, all-electric tractors for agriculture and utility operations. Solectrac tractors provide an opportunity for farmers around the world to power their tractors by using the sun, wind, and other clean, renewable sources of energy. The company's mission is to offer farmers independence from the pollution, infrastructure, and price volatility associated with fossil fuels.
About Ideanomics
Ideanomics (NASDAQ: IDEX) is a global group with a simple mission: to accelerate the commercial adoption of electric vehicles. By bringing together vehicles and charging technology with design, implementation, and financial services, we provide solutions for the commercial world to commit to an EV future. To keep up with Ideanomics, please follow the company on social @ideanomicshq or visit: https://ideanomics.com.
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Ideanomics, Inc.
Tony Sklar, SVP of Investor Relations
1441 Broadway, Suite 5116, New York, NY 10018
ir@ideanomics.com
Malory Van Guilder, Skyya PR for Ideanomics
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GOP candidate for NY governor Zeldin attacked, avoids injury
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin, the Republican candidate for New York governor, was attacked by a man who tried to stab him at an upstate event Thursday but was uninjured, his campaign said.
Zeldin was giving a speech when a man climbed onstage and appeared to begin wrestling with the congressman, said Katie Vincentz, a spokesperson for Zeldin’s campaign.
A video of the event in Perinton posted on Twitter showed the man appearing to grab Zeldin’s arm and the two fell to the ground as other people tried to intervene.
“Thanks to the swift action of several brave eventgoers, the perpetrator was subdued,” New York GOP Chair Nick Langworthy said in a statement.
Zeldin, an Army Reserve lieutenant colonel who has represented eastern Long Island in Congress since 2015, is a staunch ally of former President Donald Trump and was among the Republicans in Congress who voted against certifying the 2020 election results.
He is challenging incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul this November.
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The Campaign Celebrates a Limited-Edition Capsule Collection Introducing Bold, Vibrant Styles Made for Getting it Done
NEW YORK, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Cole Haan, the iconic American performance lifestyle brand and retailer, announced the launch of its Move Makers capsule collection accompanied by a campaign in celebration of extraordinary women around the world, today and every day. The campaign highlights four entrepreneurial creatives: DJ and Host, Amrit Sidhu, Thea Hughes, Founder of MaxEffort. Wellness Coach and Creative Collaborator, Digital Strategist and Creative Consultant, Maria Alia, and Creative Director, Gia Seo.
Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9021351-cole-haan-move-makers-collection-designed-by-women/
Designed by women, for women, the capsule collection features a curated selection of bold and vibrant footwear and accessories styles intentionally developed for making moves all year long. The collection includes footwear offerings such as the GrandPrø Ultra Sneaker, ZERØGRAND Overtake Golf Shoe, ZERØGRAND All-Day Slide Sandal, ZERØGRAND Outpace 2 Running Shoe as well as a Performance Backpack and a Performance Running Belt, Performing Running Baseball cap, and more. The collection was designed with a modern and feminine approach to color, the hues carefully selected to embody the bold and colorful personalities of the women for whom we created it. Additionally, each product is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of a woman's dynamic 24/7, 365 performance lifestyles.
"When we set out to create this women's capsule collection, it was important to us that it underscore Cole Haan's ongoing dedication to celebrating women not just one month a year, but each and every single day. The women featured in the campaign really spoke to existing customers as well as a new generation of Cole Haan customers in an authentic, meaningful way," said Megan Lindstrand, VP Global Marketing. "The team of extraordinary Cole Haan women who brought this collection and campaign to life truly feel as though Amrit, Thea, Maria, and Gia are the embodiment of what it takes to make moves and work for what you believe in."
"Women's lives and roles are consistently changing and evolving, a point which has become especially evident within the past couple of years. Not only does Move Makers provide our incredible female customers options for how she's living and styling herself today, but also something that's adaptable and can meet her needs for whatever task life throws her way," said Erica Mackoul, VP Global Channel Merchandising.
The campaign underscores Cole Haan's mission to empower women in all facets of their lives and is centered on uplifting and recognizing the extraordinary women making moves within their own communities on a daily basis. In addition to serving as faces of the campaign, the featured creatives shared how move making takes shape in their own lives:
- Amrit Sidhu, DJ and Host
I use my platform to advocate for positive change. We have a responsibility that comes with our visibility to speak up for those who need it. What moves me most is the power we have as individuals, to create the change that we're looking for.
- Thea Hughes, Founder of MaxEffort, Wellness Coach and Creative Collaborator
Movement means moving forward at all costs. True movement is to overcome obstacles without repeating what has worked in the past, because movement means change. That continuous progress is what MaxEffort is all about – both in terms of a physical workout and the evolution of the self.
- Maria Alia, Creative Consultant, and Digital Strategist
Movement is in the shifting of mainstream perceptions, and I feel we're breaking barriers around the monolithic idea of what a Muslim woman looks like, what she does, and how she thinks. We're individual, we're multi-faceted, and there is no one size fits all.
- Gia Seo, Creative Director
Communities grow under an umbrella of compassion. One small move can start a ripple. My work is to visually showcase it with stories that help people connect to a community that they might not have been a part of before. Remembering my parents' experience immigrating to America drives my work ethic and moral compass.
The Move Makers collection is available now at www.ColeHaan.com, and select US and International stores starting today. The shoes are available in women's sizes and retail from $50-$150.
Cole Haan is a global performance lifestyle brand serving always-connected, active professionals with innovative footwear and lifestyle accessories. With a 90-year heritage, Cole Haan infuses its products with time-honored craftsmanship and modern innovation, making footwear and lifestyle accessories that customers wear from work, to workout, to weekend. Cole Haan's mission is to inspire customers to live extraordinary lives.
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CEDARHURST, N.Y., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The securities litigation law firm of Kuznicki Law PLLC issues this alert to shareholders of Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqGS: UPST), if they purchased the Company's securities between November 9, 2021 and May 9, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). Shareholders have until July 12, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in the securities class action lawsuit.
Shareholders are encouraged to contact us at https://kclasslaw.com/cases/securities/nasdaqgs-upst/https://kclasslaw.com/cases/securities/nyse-hmlp/, by calling toll-free at 1-833-835-1495 or by email (dk@kclasslaw.com).
Kuznicki Law PLLC is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a Company lead to artificial inflation of the Company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
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Daniel Kuznicki, Esq.
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Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Email: dk@kclasslaw.com
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CNO of PIH Health Downey Hospital
DOWNEY, Calif., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dianne Sauco MSN MSHCA RN, has been named PIH Health Downey Hospital chief nursing officer (CNO). Sauco will be responsible for executive oversight of PIH Health Downey Hospital's nursing practice and operations.
Sauco has been with PIH Health since 2004, where she most recently held the position of administrative director of Care Management for both PIH Health Downey Hospital and PIH Health Whittier Hospital. She began her career at PIH Health as a staff nurse at PIH Health Whittier Hospital, then spent many years as a case manager before transitioning to assistant director and then clinical director of the Acute Rehabilitation Center and Transitional Care Unit.
Sauco brings nearly two decades of nursing excellence to her new role. She has been an active member of the PIH Health Whittier Hospital Nursing Executive Leadership Committee and has led initiatives to improve patient care, streamline discharge, and minimize readmissions.
"I look forward to utilizing all of my experience as well as all of our resources to ensure that patients receive efficient, high-quality care in all settings at PIH Health Downey Hospital," says Sauco.
"Dianne will help continue and strengthen PIH Health Downey Hospital's legacy of providing outstanding care for our patients and this community," says Brian Smolskis, PIH Health System Chief Operating Officer. "Her leadership, vision and compassion will enhance the care we deliver."
Sauco is a registered nurse and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and a Master of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Health Care Administration from California State University, Long Beach.
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3.7 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 35 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. PIH Health is also certified as a Great Place to Work®. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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- Karen Colonias to step down as CEO on December 31, 2022, and retire from the Company on June 30, 2023
- Michael Olosky to succeed Karen Colonias as Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2023
PLEASANTON, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. (the "Company" or "Simpson") (NYSE: SSD), an industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, today announced that Karen Colonias will step down from her position as Chief Executive Officer as part of Simpson's succession plan, effective December 31, 2022. Simpson's Board of Directors unanimously elected Michael Olosky, 54, current President and Chief Operating Officer, to succeed Karen Colonias as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2023, as part of a planned leadership succession. In connection with his promotion, Mr. Olosky will also join the Company's board of directors on January 1, 2023. Ms. Colonias will continue in her role as CEO through the end of 2022, after which, as part of the succession plan, she will remain employed as an Executive Advisor to assist with the transition until her retirement on June 30, 2023. Ms. Colonias will continue to serve as a member of Simpson's board of directors until the Company's 2023 annual meeting of stockholders.
James Andrasick, Simpson's Chairman of the Board, commented, "On behalf of Simpson's board of directors, I'd like to extend our sincere thanks to Karen for her 38 years of service to the Company, which included roles as CFO, Vice President and Branch Manager, and Vice President of Engineering. During her tenure, Simpson has grown considerably and established itself as an industry leader in the building products industry with a trusted brand reputation and in strong financial condition. Her engineering knowledge and focused leadership over the past decade as CEO has earned her the utmost respect of Simpson's employees, customers and stockholders as well as key constituents throughout the building community. Karen's tremendous efforts have helped strengthen Simpson's values-based culture established by their late founder, Barclay Simpson, as reflected in the Company's ongoing mission to provide solutions to design safer, stronger structures."
Ms. Colonias added, "I am honored to have led Simpson as its CEO over the past decade and very grateful for the many opportunities and experiences I've had throughout my career. I am extremely proud of our employees and their unwavering commitment to take care of our customers. Given the strength of our people, culture and values, I believe the Company is well-positioned to grow and thrive in the years ahead."
"The Board is very pleased to announce Mike Olosky as Karen's successor," stated Mr. Andrasick. "Mike's promotion was the result of a strategic and deliberate succession planning process through which we expect a seamless transition as Mike assumes his new role. Mike is a seasoned executive with a proven track record of leadership resulting from his significant experience at Henkel and oversight of Simpson's growth strategy. We are confident that Mike will help strengthen Simpson's market position as the partner of choice throughout all aspects of the business."
Mr. Olosky joined Simpson as Chief Operating Officer in November 2020 and was promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer in January 2022. Prior to joining Simpson, Mr. Olosky spent more than 22 years in numerous leadership positions at Henkel, a global chemical and consumer goods company. He most recently served as the President, Henkel North America and Senior Corporate Vice President - Head of the Electronics and Industrial Division.
Mr. Olosky commented, "I am incredibly excited to serve as Simpson's next CEO and would like to thank Karen for her steady guidance and strategic leadership. Our Company has a very strong foundation, and I look forward to building an even stronger future with our highly talented team who is deeply committed to innovation and exceptional customer service."
Ms. Colonias concluded, "I am confident Simpson will be in great hands with Mike who has done a tremendous job in helping lead the Company through its next phase of growth since he joined in late 2020. His strategic vision will be instrumental to achieving our Company ambitions though continued innovation of our products, superior levels of customer service, technology, social and corporate responsibility, and our strong values and culture."
About Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc., headquartered in Pleasanton, California, through its subsidiaries, including Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc., designs, engineers and is a leading manufacturer of wood construction products, including connectors, truss plates, fastening systems, fasteners and shear walls, and concrete construction products, including adhesives, specialty chemicals, mechanical anchors, powder actuated tools and reinforcing fiber materials. The Company primarily supplies its building product solutions to both the residential and commercial markets in North America and Europe. The Company's common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "SSD."
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Forward-looking statements are subject to inherent uncertainties, risk and other factors that are difficult to predict and could cause our actual results to vary in material respects from what we have expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause our actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our operations and supply chain, the operations of our customers, suppliers and business partners, and the successful integration of ETANCO, as well as those discussed in the :Risk Factors" and " Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other reports we file with the SEC. To the extent that the COVID-19 pandemic adversely affects our business and financial results, it may also have the effect of heightening many of such risks and other factors.
We caution that you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made in our reports filed with the SEC that advise of the risks and factors that may affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.
CONTACT:
Addo Investor Relations
investor.relations@strongtie.com
(310) 829-5400
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Robert Lewandowski says time at Bayern Munich is ‘over’
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Robert Lewandowski’s time at Bayern Munich appears to be over. The Poland striker has been linked with a move to Barcelona. He says at Poland’s training camp that a transfer is the best outcome for all sides. Lewandowski says “it is certain that my story with Bayern Munich is over and I cannot imagine further cooperation with the club after what happened in recent months.” Lewandowski’s contract with the Bavarian club runs for another season. He says “I believe that Bayern will not stop me (forcibly) just because it has the opportunity.” | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/30/robert-lewandowski-says-time-at-bayern-munich-is-over/ | 2022-05-30T14:37:24Z |
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