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FLINT, Mich., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Health Modesto, a Forum Health network practice, welcomes Saira Dar, MD, MBA, MEHP, ABAARM.
Dr. Dar specializes in treating adults, children, and the geriatric population using an integrative and functional medicine approach to improve health spans. Using nutrition, lifestyle, genomics, and anti-aging medicine she individualizes care for each patient.
"I am excited to join Forum Health Modesto," said Dr. Dar. "I have been practicing in this area for years and look forward to collaborating with Forum Health's national network of providers."
The Forum Health Modesto team serves Northern California with specialties in digestive and immune health, weight loss, detoxification, pain management, hormone imbalance, emotional wellness, mental health, cardiovascular health, and the endocrine, lymphatic and musculoskeletal systems.
"Forum Health Modesto is a key clinic for us in California," said Adam Puttkammer, president of Forum Health. "With the addition of Dr. Dar, we are able to serve more patients in this region that has such a high demand."
Dr. Dar completed her education and residency at Regions Hospital in Minnesota, a fellowship in Functional Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and trained in reversing cognitive decline through the Institute of Functional Medicine sponsored program RECODE. Dr. Dar completed an MBA from University of Massachusetts, Amherst; and a Masters in Health Professions Education from John Hopkins University.
"We are excited to welcome Dr. Dar to our growing network," said Phil Hagerman, chief executive officer at Forum Health. "She has extensive knowledge in functional and integrative medicine, and continues as an educator putting her at the leading edge of our field."
Dr. Dar authored a medical textbook, "Clinical Mid Maps - Using the Epi-logical Approach" and teaches at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
For more information on Forum Health, including how to join one of our practices, visit www.forumhealth.com.
Forum Health LLC is a nationwide provider of personalized healthcare. Steeped in the powerful principles of functional and integrative medicine, Forum Health providers take a root-cause approach to care. They listen and dig deep — exploring lifestyle, environment, and genetics to help each patient achieve their ultimate health goals. Members have access to advanced medical treatments and technology, with care plans informed by data analytics and collaborative relationships. To learn more, visit forumhealth.com.
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SAN FRANCISCO and SUZHOU, China, Aug. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovent Biologics, Inc. ("Innovent") (HKEX: 01801), a world-class biopharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures and commercializes high-quality medicines for the treatment of oncology, metabolic, autoimmune, ophthalmology and other major diseases, announces that the first patient with diabetic macular edema (DME) has been successfully dosed in the Phase 1 study of IBI324, a potential first-in-class ophthalmic recombinant human anti-VEGF-A and anti-Ang-2 bispecific antibody.
This Phase 1 dose escalations study (CTR20221524) aims to evaluate the safety and tolerability of intravitreal injection of IBI324 in subjects with diabetic macular edema (DME).
IBI324 is a dual-target specific recombinant fully humanized anti-VEGF-A and anti-Ang-2 bispecific antibody developed by Innovent, which can achieve anti-angiogenesis, vascular stabilization and inflammation inhibition by blocking both VEGF-A and Ang-2, aiming to bring more potential clinical benefits to DME patients, such as prolonging the dosing interval and improving treatment compliance.
Professor Xiaodong Sun, Vice President and Director of the Eye Center of the First People's Hospital of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, principal investigator of this study, stated: "Anti-VEGF ophthalmic agents are now the standard of care for many neovascular fundus diseases. However, existing anti-VEGF drugs require repeated intravitreal injections every 4 to 12 weeks. Frequent injections and follow-up reduce patient compliance with treatment, resulting in poor long-term treatment efficacy in many patients. For example, persistent macular edema remains in approximately 40% of patients with DME under standard treatment. The multi-targeted agents based on anti-VEGF has become the current trend in drug development for fundus diseases. We expect IBI324 to demonstrate positive safety and bioactivity results in the DME population by blocking both VEGF-A and Ang-2 targets and lengthen the dosing interval, leading to more options for clinical treatment."
Dr. Lei Qian, Vice President of Clinical Development of Innovent, stated: "IBI324 is an innovative molecule independently developed by Innovent for the treatment of fundus diseases. It is an anti-VEGF/ anti-Ang-2 bispecific antibody and another innovative dual-target molecule Innovent advances to clinic in the field of ophthalmology. It deploys the global pioneering antibody design in the form of scFv (single-chain Fv) + VHH (single-domain antibody) and owns global intellectual property rights. The results of preclinical studies showed the effect of IBI324 in inhibiting angiogenesis and reducing vascular leakage, indicating a potential advantage of a longer dosing interval compared with the competitors. The first-in-human Phase 1 study will evaluate the safety and tolerability of IBI324 in the patients with DME and provide solid ground for further clinical development. We look forward to further in-depth collaboration with experts in clinical and academia community to bring more potential innovative drugs to the clinic and ultimately benefit more patients and families."
About Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes, caused by high blood sugar levels damaging the retinal microvascular, DME is a chronic progressive disease that causes impaired vision or even blindness due to swelling of the central part of the retina. The incidence of diabetic retinopathy has gradually increased, and it is also one of the main causes of blindness in working-age adults and the elderly1, which seriously affects the quality of life of diabetic patients, and places a heavy financial burden on society2. Hyperglycemia and associated metabolic pathways, oxidative stress as well as inflammation in diabetes are thought to be closely related to the pathogenesis of diabetic retinopathy and DME, which can lead to neurodegeneration, early microvascular damage, and damage to the neurovascular unit3. In this state, VEGF expression is upregulated, leading to neovascularization, disruption of vascular endothelial cell integrity, and vascular leakage caused by damage to the blood-retinal barrier; Ang-2, by binding Tie2 receptor on vascular endothelium, can disrupt the stability of the endothelial cell layer and cause leakage4, which acting in combination with VEGF leads to the development of DME.
About IBI324
IBI324 is a bispecific anti-VEGF and anti-Ang-2 recombinant fully humanized antibody independently developed by Innovent Biologics. The N-terminus can block VEGF-A-mediated signaling pathway and inhibit the growth and proliferation of vascular endothelial cells, thereby inhibiting angiogenesis, reducing vascular permeability and vascular leakage; the C-terminus of IBI324 is an Ang-2 binding domain independently screened by Innovent that can specific inhibit the binding of Ang-2 to Tie-2 receptor, and therefore improve the sensitivity to other inflammatory factors, further stabilize blood vessels and inhibit vascular leakage. IBI324 can inhibit neovascularization and stabilize blood vessels and inhibit inflammation that mediated by VEGF-A and Ang-2, which may bring more clinical benefits to patients with DME.
About Innovent
Inspired by the spirit of "Start with Integrity, Succeed through Action," Innovent's mission is to develop, manufacture and commercialize high-quality biopharmaceutical products that are affordable to ordinary people. Established in 2011, Innovent is committed to developing, manufacturing and commercializing high-quality innovative medicines for the treatment of cancer, autoimmune, metabolic, ophthalmology and other major diseases. On October 31, 2018, Innovent was listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited with the stock code: 01801.HK.
Since its inception, Innovent has developed a fully integrated multi-functional platform which includes R&D, CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls), clinical development and commercialization capabilities. Leveraging the platform, the company has built a robust pipeline of 34 valuable assets in the fields of cancer, metabolic, autoimmune disease and other major therapeutic areas, with 7 products approved for marketing in China – TYVYT® (sintilimab injection), BYVASDA® (bevacizumab biosimilar injection), SULINNO® (adalimumab biosimilar injection), HALPRYZA® (rituximab biosimilar injection) , Pemazyre® (pemigatinib oral inhibitor), NAILIKE(olverembatinib) and Cyramza® (ramucirumab), 3 asset under NMPA NDA review, 4 assets in Phase 3 or pivotal clinical trials, and an additional 20 molecules in clinical studies.
Innovent has built an international team with advanced talent in high-end biological drug development and commercialization, including many global experts. The company has also entered into strategic collaborations with Eli Lilly and Company, Sanofi, Adimab, Incyte, MD Anderson Cancer Center and other international partners. Innovent strives to work with many collaborators to help advance China's biopharmaceutical industry, improve drug availability and enhance the quality of the patients' lives. For more information, please visit: www.innoventbio.com. and www.linkedin.com/company/innovent-biologics/.
Note:
TYVYT® (sintilimab injection) is not an approved product in the United States.
BYVASDA® (bevacizumab biosimilar injection), SULINNO®, and HALPRYZA® (rituximab biosimilar injection) are not approved products in the United States.
TYVYT® (sintilimab injection, Innovent)
BYVASDA® (bevacizumab biosimilar injection, Innovent)
HALPRYZA® (rituximab biosimilar injection, Innovent)
SULINNO® (adalimumab biosimilar injection, Innovent)
Pemazyre® (pemigatinib oral inhibitor, Incyte Corporation). Pemazyre® was discovered by Incyte Corporation and licensed to Innovent for development and commercialization in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.
CYRAMZA® (ramucirumab, Eli Lilly). Cyramza® was discovered by Eli Lilly and licensed to Innovent for commercialization in Mainland China.
Disclaimer:
- This indication is still under clinical study, which hasn't been approved in China.
- Innovent does not recommend any off-label usage.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release may contain certain forward-looking statements that are, by their nature, subject to significant risks and uncertainties. The words "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "intend" and similar expressions, as they relate to Innovent Biologics ("Innovent"), are intended to identify certain of such forward-looking statements. Innovent does not intend to update these forward-looking statements regularly.
These forward-looking statements are based on the existing beliefs, assumptions, expectations, estimates, projections and understandings of the management of Innovent with respect to future events at the time these statements are made. These statements are not a guarantee of future developments and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond Innovent's control and are difficult to predict. Consequently, actual results may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of future changes or developments in our business, Innovent's competitive environment and political, economic, legal and social conditions.
Innovent, the Directors and the employees of Innovent assume (a) no obligation to correct or update the forward-looking statements contained in this site; and (b) no liability in the event that any of the forward-looking statements does not materialise or turn out to be incorrect.
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- Hoseki raises seed funding from Stillmark and other prominent bitcoin venture investors.
- CEO Sam Abbassi plans rapid infrastructure development and hiring strategy.
- The public launch of Hoseki's product, supported by over 50 partners, is set for later this year.
AUSTIN, Texas, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoseki, the world's first proof-of-assets service for bitcoin investors, announced today the close of its seed investment led by Stillmark. Additional investors in the round include Ten31, Castle Island Ventures, and Avon Ventures, a venture fund affiliated with FMR LLC, the parent company of Fidelity Investments. Hoseki previously raised an undisclosed amount of pre-seed funding from Castle Island Ventures.
"Hoseki provides a service that will enable unprecedented utility for funds, companies, and retail investors within the bitcoin economy by providing easy proof of ownership experiences to anyone that holds bitcoin. We are excited for this next step in accomplishing our company's mission," said Sam Abbassi, founder and CEO of Hoseki. "The support of such prominent bitcoin investors is a testament to the importance of the product our team is building."
Hoseki intends to rapidly accelerate the development of its technology and product infrastructure in response to market demand for digital asset attestation services. Hoseki will also maintain an aggressive company-wide hiring strategy, specifically for engineering and design roles.
Consumer interest in bitcoin-backed loans – particularly mortgage loans – remains strong in 2022, and Hoseki plans to capture this momentum by targeting prospective home buyers when the Hoseki application launches later this year. Founded in 2021, Hoseki has worked in stealth to build the Bitcoin industry's first digital asset attestation service. Already, Hoseki has secured more than 50 partnerships with traditional lenders and mortgage brokers that will accept proof-of-assets documentation from Hoseki. Industry-leading bitcoin security and financial services firms including Ledn and Casa have also entered partnerships with Hoseki.
"Hoseki is unlocking an entirely new way for bitcoin investors to participate in the bitcoin economy where ownership does not exclude utility," said Alyse Killeen, founder and managing partner at Stillmark. "The Hoseki team understands that bitcoin is the world's most pristine form of collateral, and we are thrilled to support their vision of providing digital asset ownership documentation to millions of bitcoin holders around the globe."
"Lenders and brokers are just beginning to understand the value of bitcoin-backed loans and they are increasingly eager to explore the larger role this asset will play in global financial markets," said Nic Carter, founding partner at Castle Island Ventures. "We are proud to have supported Hoseki from the start, and we believe they are extremely well positioned to capture and cement a leadership position in this pivotal facet of the bitcoin economy."
Hoseki plans to launch a private alpha version of its product to a small group of users later this summer with a public beta phase scheduled for early Q3 2022. Bitcoin investors who want to join the Hoseki alpha testing period can visit hoseki.app to register for early access.
About Hoseki
Hoseki builds financial plumbing for the bitcoin-native economy that allows investors to verify and use their holdings in ways that were previously inaccessible. By empowering bitcoin holders with a standardized proof-of-assets service, Hoseki will unleash the bitcoin economy to be larger and more active than ever.
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Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital has increased COVID cases
Published: Jun. 9, 2022 at 7:59 PM EDT|Updated: 44 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - 59 children have tested positive for COVID-19 in the first week of June. In May, 116 children were diagnosed with COVID-19 and over 1,200 were diagnosed with the flu. All of these children are unvaccinated and their ages vary.
Doctors are encouraging families to get vaccinated for both COVID-19 and the flu. For those under the age of five, a vaccine is not available. Doctors are encouraging the use of masks to help keep ineligible children safe.
Many of the children currently diagnosed with COVID-19 have been discharged and sent home instead of being hospitalized. Numbers continue to increase for adults.
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Independent truckers block Oakland port in days-long protest of labor law
OAKLAND, Calif. (KPIX) – Independent truckers say they will continue their strike at the Port of Oakland indefinitely over the state’s new gig-worker law.
AB5 requires trucking companies to reclassify independent drivers as employees. Many now worry they’ll be forced to join a union or give up their current lifestyle.
An extended strike could mean more stress on the already-strained supply chain, especially if it spreads to California’s other ports.
Richmond City council member Harpreet S. Sandhu spoke during the fourth day of the protest.
“If implemented, your jobs will be gone as independent workers, you will not have a job unless you work under some company,” Sandhu said to the drivers on site.
The 2019 statute is poised to affect some 70,000 California truck drivers after the recent lifting of a 2-year legal stay.
Those drivers are asking for a carveout in the law, which is meant to prevent abuse of independent contractors.
“I know that none of you are asking that AB5 be taken away, but you are asking that certain amendments should allow you an exemption, exemptions that were given to many other organizations,” Sandhu said.
The days-long protest effectively grounded work to a halt at the Port of Oakland, the ninth busiest port in the world.
Larry Gross, the president and founder of Gross Transportation Consulting, says if the strike goes on much longer, there could be a fresh set of supply chain nightmares to deal with.
“So, you can imagine if there’s a stoppage, it’s kinda like a crimp in a hose and the water is going to back up very quickly,” he said. “It’s not going to take a long time of this type of disruption before it’s going to break at least the Port of Oakland.”
The Port of Oakland handles about 98,000 Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs), or containers, a month, which can be pushed to other ports like Los Angeles or Long Beach at the moment.
Gross is concerned that other independent truckers will join the movement and shut down those ports as well.
“If this kind of activity spreads to southern California, it is extremely significant from a supply chain standpoint,” he said.
Nearly one-third of all containers coming into the U.S. enter through L.A. and Long Beach.
Independent trucker Mohander Singh said he and the other truckers have been working with the Port of Oakland for a long time.
“We don’t have an issue with the port, our fight is with our government,” he said.
The truckers have been told that they have until Monday to move along. They are in regular talks with the Port of Oakland and are hoping to get the attention of lawmakers in Sacramento and California Governor Gavin Newsom to protect them.
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NEW YORK, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Evoke announces the integration of Ashfield Health marketing and communications agencies to form a new global healthcare brand, experience, and communications platform, purpose-built to make health more human™.
The combination of two leading global healthcare organizations in one agile platform – under the Evoke name – creates one of the industry's deepest and most dynamic marketing and communications offerings. Evoke now has 1,400+ people across global practice area teams and 12 specialty agencies united and defined by the common purpose to make health more human™ and unlock the full potential of its people, brands, organizations and the communities they serve.
"Our market is evolving rapidly, requiring healthcare brands and organizations to be fluid, constantly transforming, and embracing of new technology into their marketing and communications to reach and engage their audiences in the most compelling way. This was the perfect opportunity to create a genuinely different proposition to anything else in the industry – one that thrives in this type of change, giving our clients the ability and confidence to relentlessly focus on building empathetic experiences for patients that build enduring value," said Reid Connolly, CEO and Founder of Evoke.
Evoke's offering is centered around global practice areas in Creative, Communications, Policy & Access, Experience, Data Science, Media, MarTech and Delivery, and will bring the best talent from across the Evoke platform together to solve the most complex of client challenges.
Evoke will now become one of the largest global healthcare marketing and communications organizations and is led by an Executive Committee comprised of:
- Reid Connolly, CEO and Founder of Evoke
- Former Ashfield Health Global President, Amar Urhekar, who takes the new role of Global President overseeing marketing and advertising specialty agencies
- Former Evoke Kyne CEO, David Kyne, who takes the new role of Global President overseeing communications and PR specialty agencies
- Heather Torak, Chief Operating Officer
- Eric Daly, Chief Growth Officer
The Executive Committee is supported by an Executive Leadership Team consisting of specialty agency heads and function leads.
"Evoke is a more agile and adaptive client partner, able to bring talent and technology together at scale for refreshingly seamless partnerships at the therapy area or enterprise level, and also offer the deepest sector expertise through our incredible specialty agencies. We make this possible through our amazing people and leaders who share a powerful and singular focus on making health more human™ – this unites our diverse cultures and inspires us to work harder, better and more human, together," comments Amar Urhekar, Global President.
The integration of Ashfield Health marketing and communications specialty agencies into the Evoke platform has been under way since October 2021. The launch follows the acquisition of UDG Healthcare (Ashfield Health's parent company) in August 2021 by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (which acquired Evoke's parent company, Huntsworth in 2020).
"Our structure celebrates the diversity and uniqueness of the individual agency cultures that exist within our business, while also providing the benefits that only a platform with our scale, diversity and global reach can. We are committed to supporting and challenging our teams, opening up new and unexpected career journeys on a global level, and helping our people grow quickly in a more inclusive, progressive and personalized way," said David Kyne, Global President.
Evoke is also unveiling a new refreshed branding that reflects key brand hallmarks from both businesses and represents the key role of innovation and empathy in making health more human™. The new visual identity and Evoke naming convention is shared by all specialty agencies supporting the united platform structure. Evoke specialty agencies now include:
- Evoke Canale – a PR, integrated communications and investor relations agency for emerging and breakthrough businesses, mainly in the biotech space
- Evoke Create – a creative delivery agency providing performance-based execution of strategic plans for health and life science brands
- Evoke Galliard – a communications agency specializing in scientific storytelling with creativity
- Evoke Incisive Health – healthcare policy and communications consultancy focused on UK and European markets
- Evoke MicroMass – a creative agency with a deep understanding of behavioral science and patient engagement
- Evoke Mind+Matter – a global data-driven marketing agency creating engaging experiences for health and life science brands
- Evoke Kyne – global PR and communications agency working with biopharma, foundations and non-profits, and government organizations
- Evoke Navience – a market access agency helping clients accelerate brand growth from strategy through execution
- Evoke New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and London – a global health and wellness marketing and brand communications agency
Visit www.evokegroup.com to find out more – new website is live on June 6th 2022.
Notes for editors
For further information or to arrange interviews with Reid Connolly or other members of the Evoke Executive Committee please contact:
Ashley Makuh
VP Marketing and Communications, Evoke
+1 732 687 3242
ashley.makuh@evokegroup.com
Simon Hackett
Global Marketing and Communications Director, Evoke
+34 651938132
simon.hackett@evokegroup.com
About Evoke
Evoke is a leading global brand, experience, and communications platform, purpose-built to make health more human™. Organized by global practice areas and specialty agencies, Evoke uses data-driven insights, creativity, and applied innovation to solve the most complex of challenges in today's healthcare market. Evoke is a platform for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve to unlock their full potential.
Evoke is part of Huntsworth (www.huntsworth.com), an international healthcare and communications group. Huntsworth's principal areas of focus are marketing, medical, and immersive communication services for healthcare clients, which are primarily large and mid-sized pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Clayton, Dubilier & Rice acquired Huntsworth plc on May 1, 2020.
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Marte, Beer help D-backs rally past Astros 3-2 in 10 innings
By DAVID BRANDT
AP Sports Writer
PHOENIX (AP) — Ketel Marte had the game-ending sacrifice fly in the 10th inning after Seth Beer tied it with a single, and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for a 3-2 win over the Houston Astros. The game was full of missed opportunities for both offenses until each team scratched across runs in the 10th. The Diamondbacks got the better of the exchange, falling behind 2-1 in the top of the 10th before scoring two runs off Houston closer Ryan Pressly. The teams split the two-game series. The Diamondbacks snapped a four-game skid. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/04/13/marte-beer-help-d-backs-rally-past-astros-3-2-in-10-innings/ | 2022-04-14T00:39:34Z |
Extending the age range for children up to 12 years
ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sunshine Flyer released new, lower ticket prices, and now allows children up to 12 years of age to receive the lower child price. By extending the child age range by three years, more families can enjoy Sunshine Flyer's unique and cost-effective transportation experience from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Walt Disney World® Resorts.
The Sunshine Flyer offers an engaging transportation experience that allows guests to start the magic of their Walt Disney World® vacation from the moment they step off the plane.
The Sunshine Flyer's buses are late model, premium motorcoaches with themes that center around old-fashioned passenger cars and train engines. From the bus designs to staff dressed as 1920's rail conductors and engineers, the motorcoaches effectively serve as time-machines, offering a glimpse into 1920s rail travel.
"We listen to our guests, and we that know that extending the age range for children is very important to them. While we welcome passengers of all ages, we have a special focus on children. From coloring books and conductor hats to on-board video entertainment, the ride from the airport sets the tone for an exciting family vacation," says Tony Glibkowski, Vice President of the Sunshine Flyer.
The Sunshine Flyer is well-equipped for kids, including:
- Three-point harness seat belts at each seat
- Conductor hats for kids
- Stickers for kids
- Coloring/activity books for kids
- On-board video entertainment
When guests book a future trip, they can experience the following ticket prices at checkout:
- $10 per child
- $16 per adult
All Make-A-Wish® children and families receive complimentary service from the Sunshine Flyer for Disney wishes indefinitely.
For more information about the Sunshine Flyer, visit www.sunshineflyer.com.
About The Sunshine Flyer
The Sunshine Flyer is a unique motorcoach bus experience from Transportation Management Services (TMS) that provides seamless transportation for guests from the Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Walt Disney World® Resorts. Offering a convenient and cost-effective mode of transportation, The Sunshine Flyer is the perfect option for families, groups, and individuals looking to start their Disney vacation from the moment they step off the plane. For more information and to book tickets, visit www.sunshineflyer.com.
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. (NYSE: WTM) ("White Mountains") announced today that it has completed the sale of NSM Insurance Group to investment funds affiliated with global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG).
White Mountains is in a quiet period until second quarter earnings are released.
Contact:
Rob Seelig
+1 (603) 640-2212
ir@whitemountains.com
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SHENZHEN, China, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, META Pharmaceuticals, China's first immunometabolism-based small-molecule drug discovery company, announced two consecutive Seed and Pre-A funding rounds totaling 15 million USD. Investors include Forcefield Ventures, XtalPi Inc., IMO Ventures, and Tiantu Capital. In combining cutting-edge discoveries in immunometabolism and artificial intelligence (AI), META Pharmaceuticals has built an AI-powered metabolic target discovery platform and aims to develop the next generation of safer and more effective autoimmune disease medicines based on new biological mechanisms.
The therapeutics market for autoimmune disease is the second-largest segment after cancer treatments, with an estimated 350-450 million patients worldwide. However, currently available medications are developed with biological mechanisms and drug targets with inherent drawbacks that lead to risks of severe side effects, low patient response rates, and many other problems.
Founded by a group of researchers in the emerging field of immunometabolism, META Pharmaceuticals is developing first-in-class drugs with a new mechanism that effectively regulates the immune system by modulating cell metabolism. This strategy that holds the promise of delivering treatment options with stronger potency and fewer side effects for a variety of chronic diseases. It has built a AI-enabled, multi-omics-based target discovery platform for metabolic pathways, dubbed META-Map, that can sift through thousands of metabolic proteases for specific therapeutic effects. The team has identified a series of new druggable targets with first-in-class potential and developed a pipeline with three first-in-class small molecule inhibitors, one of which is a candidate for a broad spectrum of autoimmune diseases and is expected to file for IND in both the US and China as early as 2024.
To accelerate drug discovery, META Pharmaceuticals as formed a close partnership with XtalPi, an AI drug discovery and development platform company. The two AI platforms can create a fast and reliable analytic and validation loop for new therapeutic targets and their mechanisms of action, thus accelerating the translation of new targets into patents and pipeline assets.
The new funding will help META accelerate its three candidates toward clinical trials and further expand its proprietary META-map platform to cover more disease areas as it continues to grow its pipeline. META Pharmaceuticals will also expand its team and establish its first biology laboratory in Shenzhen, China, to further strengthen the company's research capabilities in immunometabolism and drive target discovery.
Dr. Ke Xu, Co-founder & CEO of META Pharmaceuticals, said, "Thanks to the support of our investors and partners, we were able to reach significant R&D milestones and raise two rounds of financing in just six months. META Pharmaceuticals aspires to become a global leader in immunometabolic drug discovery and expedite the advent of next-generation autoimmune treatments that are safer and more effective for patients worldwide."
Dr. Shuhao Wen, Co-founder and Chairman of XtalPi said, "META's ability to discover highly promising autoimmune disease targets offers both exciting challenges and valuable insights for our AI drug discovery platform. We look forward to working closely with this team of brilliant scientists and helping them develop a fruitful pipeline of revolutionary immunometabolism-based drugs. "
"Since our seed round investment, Meta has made progress that defied our expectations," Said Thomas Yao, Partner of IMO Ventures. "Its innovative approach to immune-metabolism-based drug discovery may soon translate a whole new mechanism of action into first-in-class drugs that could transform the way autoimmune diseases are treated."
Guoxing Wei, Partner at Tiantu Capital who led the Pre-A round investment, said, "META Pharmaceuticals' approach of combining cutting-edge biological discoveries with AI technology has the potential to drive breakthroughs in immunometabolic drug R&D and fundamentally improve the quality of life for millions of patients. "
About Meta Pharmaceuticals
Meta Pharmaceuticals Inc. is an innovative drug discovery company focused on autoimmune diseases. The name META derives from the word metabolism and symbolizes the company's focus on the emerging cross-disciplinary field between metabolism and immunology to address the unmet needs of patients worldwide. Founded by a team of biomedical doctors from Weil Cornell Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, META Pharmaceuticals is incubated by Forcefield Ventures and XtalPi, a leading AI-powered drug R&D platform company. Based on cutting-edge biology theories, META Pharmaceuticals has identified a series of autoimmune disease targets that can safely and effectively regulate immune system functions by manipulating the vitality of cellular metabolism.
META Pharmaceuticals is partnering with XtalPi to develop these targets into first-in-class therapeutics. Through the fusion of fundamental science, AI, and fast experimental validation, this collaboration leverages AI + biomedical research to create a fast and reliable analytic and validation loop for new therapeutic targets and their mechanisms of action, accelerating target discovery and their translation into new therapeutics.
About XtalPi Technologies:
XtalPi Technologies is a quantum physics and AI-enabled drug discovery company dedicated to revolutionizing the drug discovery industry by improving the speed, scale, innovation, and success of drug discovery. As a US and China-based company serving the global market, XtalPi is committed to exploring optimal solutions to leverage cutting-edge R&D and computational resources to maximize the needs of our customers and collaborators.
XtalPi's intelligent drug discovery platform integrates cloud-based supercomputing digital R&D tools with advanced experimental capabilities to form an R&D system where high-accuracy predictions and targeted experiments corroborate and guide each other. As one of the world's pioneering AI drug discovery companies, XtalPi has established a set of R&D iterative processes that closely integrate quantum physics dry labs and advanced wet labs, challenging the efficiency bottleneck of traditional R&D and empowering new drug discovery to achieve breakthroughs in innovation speed and scale.
About IMO Ventures and Forcefield Ventures:
IMO Ventures is dedicated to early-stage investment in early-stage projects in emerging industries such as artificial intelligence, innovative consumer goods, healthcare, and financial technology, and to walking with the best entrepreneurs. IMO Ventures has invested in China, the U.S., Southeast Asia, Latin America, Africa, etc. The IMO Ventures team has entrepreneurial experience, understands the sweet and sour of entrepreneurship, and believes that science and technology will change the world. IMO currently has three USD funds and one RMB fund, and manages several SPV funds. We have made early investments in dozens of disruptive and innovative startups in their respective tracks, including Guazi Used Car, XtalPi Technologies, Deepview Technology, Paytm, Conflux, Lime, etc.
Forcefield Ventures is the sub-fund under IMO ventures specializing in early-stage investment and incubation in the biomedical sector.
About Tiantu Capital:
Founded in 2002, Tiantu Capital is an active investment management company headquartered in Shenzhen, China. With over 8 billion Yuan in assets under management, our firm's business focuses on providing capital to leading companies in consumer products and healthcare industry in China. The expertise of our firm's investment team and Advisory Boards are unparalleled in breadth and depth. Tiantu has helped to accelerate growth and development for numerous startup companies in China, including Ciming Healthcare Center, Xbiome Co, Signet Therapeutics, Phoenix Healthcare Group.
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AUSTIN (KXAN) — Just two days into testimony for Infowars host Alex Jones’ defamation trial, tensions boiled over between the attorneys on both sides.
The close of Wednesday’s court proceedings saw a face-to-face argument on the courtroom floor, over which videos from Jones’ Infowars show could be admitted as evidence in court.
The family of a child who was killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting is suing Jones for defamation and inflicting emotional damages, after Jones claimed the shooting was fake and called the parents of victims “crisis actors.” A judge already found Jones liable for those claims in a default judgment, citing his team’s “callous disregard” for court orders and refusal to produce documents in the case.
A jury has been called to decide how much Jones owes the family.
The attorneys ultimately exchanged strong words and even an obscene gesture after court was dismissed, but Wednesday’s disagreement began in front on the judge. The family’s attorney, Mark Bankston, made an objection to Jones’ attorney’s efforts to trying to admit certain videos as evidence.
Jones’ attorney, Andino Reynal, has previously expressed his desire to play full videos from Jones’ show.
During witness testimony on Wednesday, Bankston played several different video clips containing claims about Sandy Hook, made by Jones or guests of the show.
“Plaintiffs have chosen to play little clips from cherry-picked videos. They agreed before that those could come in. Now, I’m hearing for the first time that these can’t come in. They are relevant to showing the amount of emotional distress that was caused by these publications,” he said.
Bankston told the judge he never agreed to the admission of this evidence by the defense. Plus, he worried the videos might contain hearsay, which is information from other people that the witness cannot substantiate. Bankston told the judge that if he had known about this potential evidence before the trial, he could have gone through the videos and flagged portions containing hearsay.
“I would have done that, had he not agreed in open court that he would play them for ‘optional completeness,'” Bankston said.
Optional completeness, under the Texas Rules of Evidence, means that if one party introduces part of a conversation, writing, or recorded statement, the opposing party may inquire into any other part on the same subject and can introduce evidence that is necessary to explain the subject.
Bankston, visibly frustrated, told the judge he felt this evidence was not being admitted properly under the rules.
The judge directed them to go through the videos and decide what can legally be admitted as evidence now. The judge also told Reynal he could show more of the clips that had already been shown by Mr. Bankston.
“That’s how you do ‘optional completeness.’ You do the whole thing together,” she said.
On Tuesday during in his opening statements, Bankston told the jury there would not be enough time “if we were to sit down and try to watch all the videos” where Jones discussed the 2012 attack. The same day, Reynal told the jury the incident made up “less than one half of one percent” of all of Infowars’ content.
Reynal told the judge he had conversation where he thought Bankston agreed to the admission of the videos. Bankston disagreed.
“They are dishonest,” Reynal said.
“You are going to have to back that up,” the judge said, in addition to asking them to review various codes of conduct.
“For now, I am going to assume it’s been a rough day. Emotions are high. You are never going to do it again, and we are going to move on,” she said.
After the judge left the courtroom, a continuation of the argument was caught on camera. Eventually, one of the attorneys on the plaintiff’s team suggested they “cool down” and speak by phone.
Both attorneys declined to comment on the exchange, but KXAN did speak to Bankston outside the courtroom about how his clients were feeling.
“It’s difficult for them, but they knew this was coming. They have been sort of been emotionally preparing themselves to go through all of this, but it’s not easy. They know they are standing in for a lot of people right now. They know this case is bigger than them.”
He went on to say, “One of the things I have learned in this case, is these parents are the bravest people you will ever meet. They have lived in this media spotlight for years, and they know they need to finish this saga and finish it the right way.”
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Elevate Capital Awarded Management of Business Oregon's Second Commercialization Gap Fund
PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevate Capital, Oregon's first inclusive venture capital fund that supports inclusion and diversity, has been selected by Business Oregon as the Fund Manager for their second Commercialization Gap Fund.
The Commercialization Gap Fund was initiated in 2020 after Business Oregon's Innovation Council (Oregon InC) studied capital gaps and found a need to support science and research-based companies in early stages of commercialization. There are few sources of capital or "gap funding" in Oregon for entrepreneurs at the earliest stages of commercialization due in part to the long-term nature of return expectations. In response to this issue, Oregon InC created the Gap Fund to focus on filling the "valley of death" and support commercialization of disruptive science and research technologies. The Gap Fund also intends to recycle investment back to Oregon InC to support additional companies as an evergreen program. The Gap Fund is a critical component of Oregon's 10-Year Innovation Plan.
Business Oregon, via Oregon InC, previously awarded Elevate Capital $2.5 million to manage the state's first Commercialization Gap Fund in 2020. This year, Elevate has been awarded $4.5 million for Gap Fund 2. For Gap Fund 1, Elevate Capital invested in 15 companies over a 12-month period, with check sizes ranging from $50,000 to $250,000. Of these startups, 29% are led by women and another 29% have BIPOC or immigrant founders.
For Fund 2, a $4.5 million State-financed Fund, Elevate Capital will invest in another 15 companies with larger check sizes from Fund 1, ranging from $100,000 to $250,000, and increased follow-on funding. Like the first Fund, Gap Fund 2 will invest in early-stage innovation across Oregon Innovation Council's target industries, such as life science, cleantech, sustainable resources, advanced manufacturing, and active lifestyle. Elevate Capital will continue leveraging its experience as an industry leader investing in underserved founders, an especially important effort in the hard sciences.
"Elevate Capital, through its work with the Gap Fund, exposed a dire need for capital for Oregon's early-stage companies coming out of its research institutions," said Nitin Rai, Founder and Managing Partner at Elevate Capital. "As the manager of the Gap Fund, Elevate Capital provides not only capital, but mentorship and business guidance as well — we help companies achieve key technical and business development milestones. Achieving these goals is a critical step for Gap Fund companies to successfully raise additional capital from private angel and venture capital investors."
"We are proud to have earned Business Oregon's trust and excited for the opportunity to continue collaborating towards our shared goal of supporting early-stage founders in Oregon," said Ben Nahir, Venture Principal at Elevate Capital. "Our first cohort of companies have done incredibly well in the last 18 months, with several raising funds from other investors. The additional capital provided by Business Oregon for Gap Fund 2 will significantly enhance our ability to make meaningful investments to support our next generation of founders."
"Oregon has been a leading state supporting innovation and entrepreneurship through the critical work of the Oregon Innovation Council. It is incredibly exciting to partner with Elevate Capital to manage our private equity program, the Commercialization Gap Fund. This program enables the state to financially support early-stage science and research-based companies and benefit from their success. We fully intend for this program to prove to be an evergreen program that will support countless companies and fill existing capital gaps," said Kate Sinner, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Manager at Business Oregon.
The partnership of Business Oregon's resources and Elevate Capital's management expertise in the first Commercialization Gap Fund have been integral to helping companies continue to raise additional funding, a critical objective for the program. Gap Fund 1 companies have raised over $4.5 million in additional outside investments and over $7.5 million in non-dilutive grant funding.
Commercialization Gap Fund 1 companies include:
- Biomotum (www.biomotum.com): Biomotum is developing a soft-robotic exoskeleton to help kids with Cerebral Palsy and others with impaired mobility learn to walk.
- CytoImage (www.cytoimage.bio): CytoImage provides single cell multiplexed functional imaging to improve precision medicine.
- LeapFrog Design (www.leapfrog.design): LeapFrog created a sustainable and scalable residential grey water recycling system.
- Promedix (www.promedixinc.com): Promedix is helping doctors and nurses identify and diagnose sepsis quickly to prevent critical injury.
- Rewire Neuro (www.rewireneuro.com): Rewire Neuro uses machine learning to automate scientific image analysis, helping researchers publish data more quickly and efficiently.
- Veana Therapeutics (www.veana-therapeutics.com): Veana developed and is testing an oral cancer treatment with very few side effects.
- VitalFlo Health (www.vitalflohealth.com): VitalFlo provides patients and doctors with real-time respiratory monitoring to improve overall lung health.
- HOLO Footwear (www.holofootwear.com): HOLO is an authentic, stylish, sustainable brand that sells shoes made from 100% recycled material at an accessible price.
- LifeAir (www.lifeairmedical.com): LifeAir is developing a disposable airway ventilator for use in hospitals to reduce ventilator-associated diseases such as pneumonia.
- Magwire (www.magwire.org): Magwire is developing the next generation of flexible electronics using transparent conductive films.
- Neurobiome (www.neuro-biome.com): Neurobiome is developing a gut-brain chip for high-throughput testing and discovery of gut microbiome-mediated neuroactive compounds.
- ReNewCat Surfactants: ReNewCat created and is optimizing the synthetic process for a new, more effective surfactant used in the manufacture of nontoxic detergents.
- Skip Technology (www.skiptek.com): Skip Tech is developing a novel flow battery for large scale battery storage systems.
- SomnoSeal (www.kimberlymd.com/somnoseal): SomnoSeal is a consumer product to help improve CPAP efficiency and reduce dry mouth and snoring.
- StoneStable (www.stonestable.com): StoneStable is developing a silica-based coating technology to stabilize vaccines at room temperature, significantly reducing transport and storage costs.
About Elevate Capital: Elevate Capital is a Pacific Northwest-based venture capital firm that invests nationally in early-stage underrepresented entrepreneurs, that includes women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and veterans. For instance, more than 62% of Elevate Capital Fund II investments are in women, 52% in African Americans (majority are women), 67% in founders of color, 10% LGBTQ+, 10% veterans, and 5% Latinx founder/CEO led startups. Since 2016, Elevate Capital has invested nearly $45 Million in 53 startups, of which more than 95% are led by diverse founders. Visit elevate.vc or follow Elevate Capital on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
About Business Oregon: Business Oregon, the state's economic development agency, invests in Oregon businesses, communities, and people to promote a globally competitive, diverse, and inclusive economy. The Oregon Innovation Council, a public-private partnership, supports innovators to get new technologies from idea to market and sets the state's innovation agenda. Oregon Innovation Council is also responsible for the implementation of Oregon's 10-Year Innovation Plan - a state plan for innovation and economic competitiveness. Learn more at biz.oregon.gov.
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Judge upholds Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex trafficking conviction
Published: Apr. 29, 2022 at 5:18 PM CDT|Updated: 54 minutes ago
NEW YORK (AP) — A trial judge has concluded there was enough evidence to convict Ghislaine Maxwell of sex trafficking, but she also gave Maxwell a legal victory by concluding that three conspiracy counts charged the same crime.
U.S. District Judge Alison J. Nathan issued a written ruling Friday in response to a request by Maxwell’s lawyers to reject a December jury verdict.
Nathan found the jury’s guilty verdicts were readily supported by extensive witness testimony and documentary evidence at trial.
The 60-year-old Maxwell was convicted of recruiting teenage girls for financier Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse from 1994 to 2004.
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TORONTO, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Connections, Inc. (TSX/NYSE: WCN) ("Waste Connections" or the "Company") today announced that it will report financial results for the second quarter of 2022 after the close of the stock market on August 2, 2022. The Company will be hosting an investor conference call related to this release on August 3rd at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time.
A live audio webcast of the conference call can be accessed by visiting investors.wasteconnections.com and selecting "News & Events" from the website menu. Alternatively, listeners may access the call by dialing 800-747-0365 (within North America) or 212-231-2939 (international) approximately 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time; a passcode is not required. A replay of the conference call will be available until August 10, 2022, by calling 800-633-8284 (within North America) or 402-977-9140 (international) and entering Passcode #22019767.
Waste Connections also announced that executives of the Company currently plan to participate in the following events during the third quarter of 2022:
During the 24-hour period prior to any scheduled presentations, the Company will post any presentation slides on its website at investors.wasteconnections.com under News & Events.
Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides non-hazardous waste collection, transfer and disposal services, along with resource recovery primarily through recycling and renewable fuels generation. The Company serves more than eight million residential, commercial and industrial customers in mostly exclusive and secondary markets across 43 states in the U.S. and six provinces in Canada. Waste Connections also provides non-hazardous oilfield waste treatment, recovery and disposal services in several basins across the U.S., as well as intermodal services for the movement of cargo and solid waste containers in the Pacific Northwest. For more information, visit Waste Connections at www.wasteconnections.com.
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BEIJING, Aug. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 4th, Dongli Bai from Reyun released the "2022 H1 Mobile App Selling White Paper". Since the first release of the "2017 Annual Game Selling White Paper", Dongli Bai, who is deeply involved in big data, has been releasing industry-selling white papers for many years, and the white papers he published are used as important and comprehensive data reference by mobile industry practitioners.
In November 2013, Dongli Bai founded Reyun. He has been working in the field of game big data analysis for many years, and he is using industry-leading concepts and technologies to help game companies improve operational efficiency, retain paying users, reduce advertising costs, and improve the return on advertising.
The strong technical advantage solves the customer problems that game companies are most concerned about, so his company was established only one year ago, and already has more than 3,000 users. At present, the share of Reyun in China's mobile game big data service market has exceeded 85%, which can be said to be a dominant one. Under Bai's leadership, Reyun has made outstanding contributions to the Chinese game industry, so his company has won many industry awards, including the 2015 Best Third Party Service Provider Award for the Game Industry, the 2015 Top Ten Outstanding Contribution Award for the Game Industry, and the 2015-2016 Most Influential Enterprise Award in China Internet and Big Data.
In 2016, Bai led his team to create the original advertising data monitoring platform, TrackingIO. The types of customers of Reyun expanded from the game industry to finance, social, e-commerce, education, live streaming, O2O, real estate, life services, mobile operators, and many other fields. These companies need to invest a lot of money to buy traffic, and through TrackingIO monitoring platform, Reyun helps them save nearly 70% of the traffic cost.
In addition to this, the TrackingIO monitoring platform can also connect the monitored market placement data and user behavior data, a feature that fills the gap in the industry and significantly improves customer retention for enterprises. The leading technology and more practical functions have kept TrackingIO in the first place among similar products in China.
However, Bai encourages to continue to develop new products and build a complete advertising and marketing big data management system. He keeps the leading position in China in terms of concept and technology.
At the end of 2019, Bai led his team to develop AdsDesk, an advertising intelligence placement platform where customers can achieve intelligent and efficient ad placement management. In the following year, the ad placement budget on this platform exceeded RMB 40 million per day.
In 2020, Bai led his team to launch the ADinsight ad material intelligence monitoring service (later updated to CAS system), which helps Chinese companies going abroad to understand user preferences, ad placement trends, and ad platform quality in different countries and regions, so as to significantly improve ad placement effectiveness.
Bai has led the rapid development of Reyun, and the company's data resources have covered more than 2.3 billion mobile devices, covered nearly 220,000 apps of all kinds, and providing services to tens of thousands of enterprises in dozens of fields. Reyun has become a well-deserved leader in China's big data service industry. Based on data, Bai has helped various industries achieve business growth with big data analysis, which has greatly contributed to the development of the industry. As a result, he has been awarded several industry honors such as the 2017 China Mobile Internet Leader, the 2017 GMGC Tianfu Award for Emerging Figures, the 2017 100 People of New Marketing, and the 2020 100 people of Entrepreneur of the Year.
Under his leadership, the company and its products have also won more than 50 industry awards.
Led by Bai, Reyun has not only helped Chinese companies expand rapidly in overseas markets, but also helped overseas brands do business smoothly in the large and complex Chinese market. In recognition of Reyun's innovation and leadership in China's big data services industry, Mobvista, the No. 1 mobile digital marketing platform in Asia and No. 3 in global reach, completed its acquisition of Reyun in 2021 for consideration of $1.5 billion.
Along the way, for just less than 8 years, Bai has obtained a number of patents, created and released a series of national leading big data services, helped tens of thousands of enterprises in various industries to improve operational efficiency, saved high costs, and accelerated the innovation and development of enterprises. However, Bai is not satisfied with this, and he keeps running on the road of innovation. We look forward to seeing him using advanced big data solutions to help more companies grow and develop.
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Alyssa Nakken made major league history as the first female coach on the field in a regular-season game, and the Giants pounded the San Diego Padres 13-2 on Tuesday night.
The 31-year-old Nakken took over at first base in the third inning afterAntoan Richardson got ejected. When she was announced as Richardson’s replacement, Nakken was greeted with a warm ovation from the crowd at Oracle Park. She also received a congratulatory handshake from Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer.
San Francisco manager Gabe Kapler said Nakken had “prepared for this moment” while working with Richardson and others.
“So it’s not a foreign spot on the field for her. She does so many other things well that aren’t seen,” he said. “So it’s nice to see her kind of be right there in the spotlight and do it on the field.”
Nakken is an assistant coach who works heavily with baserunning and outfield defense. She watches games from an indoor batting cage near the steps to the dugout.
Brandon Belt hit a two-run homer highlighting a six-run first inning off Yu Darvish, and it was 10-1 in the second. That was plenty for Alex Cobb (1-0), who struck out 10 to win his San Francisco debut.
Joc Pederson homered for the first time since joining the Giants with an eighth-inning drive.
Wilmer Flores, held out Monday for personal reasons, returned to start at third base for the Giants and his RBI single in the second chased Darvish (0-1). Flores also homered in the eighth.
Pederson and Flores both connected after Padres outfielder Wil Myers moved to the mound to pitch.
Cobb who signed a $20 million, two-year contract ahead of the lockout, gave up two runs on four hits and walked two over five innings.
After Belt connected for his second homer of the year — he hit a career-best 29 last season — Thairo Estrada added a two-run single, Joey Bart singled home a run and Steven Duggar added a sacrifice fly in the big inning.
Darvish was tagged for nine runs on eight hits over 1 2/3 innings with two strikeouts and two walks. He had been looking to build on his season-opening outing last week at Arizona, where he had a no-hitter in progress but was pulled following the sixth inning after throwing 92 pitches.
Yunior Marte made his major league debut pitching the ninth for San Francisco.
NAKKEN’S CHANCE
Nakken, her blonde braid hanging out of her protective orange helmet, had previously coached first in spring training and during a July 2020 exhibition game at Oakland against now-Padres manager Bob Melvin when he was with the Athletics. She then started the game at first the next night back in San Francisco.
The former Sacramento State softball star became the first female coach in the big leagues when she was hired for Kapler’s staff in January 2020. She has worked heavily on baserunning and outfield defense.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Padres: LHP Blake Snell, scratched from his start Sunday with tightness in his left upper leg, played catch but wasn’t able to throw off the mound. He is likely headed to the injured list Wednesday. … San Diego claimed RHP Kyle Tyler off waivers from the Angels and designated RHP Javy Guerra for assignment.
Giants: RHP Tyler Rogers went on the paternity list a day after taking the loss on a night his twin brother, Taylor, earned the save for San Diego. Tyler Rogers left immediately after his outing to go welcome his first child, a boy to be named Jack. The brothers became the fifth set of twins to play in the same game. … RHP Yunior Marte was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento.
UP NEXT
LHP Sean Manaea (1-0, 0.00 ERA), who pitched seven no-hit innings in his Padres debut Friday at Arizona, starts Wednesday afternoon’s series finale opposite Giants right-hander Logan Webb (0-0, 1.50).
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Company to install and maintain up to seven Level 2 charging stations across Maryland service area
WILLLIAMSPORT, Md., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), is now offering a limited number of utility-owned electric vehicle charging stations with no-cost for installation at multifamily properties in its Maryland service area. The company received approval earlier this year from the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) to move forward with the new offering as part of EV Driven, the company's five-year PSC-approved pilot program designed to benefit the state's environment by reducing auto emissions and supporting Maryland's goal to reach 300,000 zero-emission vehicles on the road by 2025.
Potomac Edison is offering up to seven Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations that it will install, own and maintain at participating multifamily properties. Level 2 charging stations can accommodate two vehicles for simultaneous charging and deliver 8 to 24 miles of range per hour of charging. Property owners will not be responsible for installation or maintenance costs but will need to agree to an easement so Potomac Edison can install the stations and have access for ongoing maintenance.
"Multifamily residents are increasingly seeking electric vehicle charging stations where they live, and this utility-owned option will allow property owners to easily deliver an attractive new amenity that will help set their communities apart," said Linda Moss, president of FirstEnergy's Maryland operations.
Once operational, the charging rate for the stations will be the same as Potomac Edison's public EV charging stations. The current rate is $0.21 per kilowatt-hour.
For more information or to apply for a utility-owned electric vehicle charging station at a multifamily community in Potomac Edison's Maryland service area, please visit www.potomacedison.com/evdriven or contact Potomac Edison at evdriven@firstenergycorp.com.
In addition to the utility-owned stations, $20,000 rebates are available to multifamily property owners in Potomac Edison's service territory who choose to install and own charging stations themselves. The limited number of utility-owned charging stations and rebates for private multifamily property owners are available until the EV Driven program concludes at the end of 2023. Potomac Edison recently issued a $20,000 rebate toward the installation of six charging stations at the 80-unit Clarksburg Condominium II community in Clarksburg, Maryland.
Residential customers of Potomac Edison in Maryland are eligible for rebates of $300 for the installation of EV charging stations at their homes and can also earn additional rewards for using their chargers during off-peak hours. Earlier this year, the residential rebate and off-peak rewards program was expanded to include Teslas, which account for most electric vehicles sold in the U.S.
Potomac Edison is also installing 59 charging stations, including 20 fast-charging stations, across its seven-county Maryland territory throughout the course of the EV Driven program.
Potomac Edison serves about 275,000 customers in all or parts of Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Howard, Montgomery, and Washington counties in Maryland and 151,000 customers in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Follow Potomac Edison at www.potomacedison.com, on Twitter @PotomacEdison, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PotomacEdison.
FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy online at www.firstenergycorp.com and on Twitter @FirstEnergyCorp.
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The AP Interview: Zelenskyy seeks peace despite atrocities
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that he is committed to pressing for peace despite Russian attacks on civilians that have stunned the world, and he renewed his plea for more weapons ahead of an expected surge in fighting in the country’s east.
He made the comments in an interview with The Associated Press a day after at least 52 people were killed in a strike on a train station in the eastern city of Kramatorsk, and as evidence of civilian killings came to light after Russian troops failed to seize the capital where he has hunkered down, Kyiv.
“No one wants to negotiate with a person or people who tortured this nation. It’s all understandable. And as a man, as a father, I understand this very well,” Zelenskyy said. But “we don’t want to lose opportunities, if we have them, for a diplomatic solution.”
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Wearing the olive drab that has marked his transformation into a wartime leader, he looked visibly exhausted yet animated by a drive to persevere. He spoke to the AP inside the presidential office complex, where windows and hallways are protected by towers of sandbags and heavily armed soldiers.
“We have to fight, but fight for life. You can’t fight for dust when there is nothing and no people. That’s why it is important to stop this war,” Zelenskyy said.
Russian troops that withdrew from northern Ukraine are now regrouping for what is expected to be an intensified push to retake the eastern Donbas region, including the besieged port city of Mariupol that Ukrainian fighters are striving to defend.
The president said those defenders are tying up “a big part of the enemy forces,” characterizing the battle to hold Mariupol as “the heart of the war” right now.
“It’s beating. We’re fighting. We’re strong. And if it stops beating, we will be in a weaker position,” he said.
Zelenskyy said he is confident Ukrainians would accept peace despite the horrors they have witnessed in the more than six-week-long war.
Those included gruesome images of bodies of civilians found in yards, parks and city squares and buried in mass graves in the Kyiv suburb of Bucha after Russian troops withdrew. Ukrainian and Western leaders have accused Moscow of war crimes.
Russia has falsely claimed that the scenes in Bucha were staged. It also put the blame on Ukraine for the attack on the train station in Kramatorsk as thousands of people rushed to flee ahead of an expected Russian offensive.
Despite hopes for peace, Zelenskyy acknowledged that he must be “realistic” about the prospects for a swift resolution given that negotiations have so far been limited to low-level talks that do not include Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Zelenskyy displayed a palpable sense of resignation and frustration when asked whether the supplies of weapons and other equipment his country has received from the United States and other Western nations were enough to turn the tide of the war.
“Not yet,” he said, switching to English for emphasis. “Of course it’s not enough.”
Still, he noted that there has been increased support from Europe and said deliveries of U.S. weapons have been accelerating.
Just this week, neighboring Slovakia, a European Union member, donated its Soviet-era S-300 air defense system to Ukraine in response to Zelenskyy’s appeal to help “close the skies” to Russian warplanes and missiles.
Some of that support has come through visits by European leaders.
After meeting Zelenskyy in Kyiv earlier Saturday, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer said he expects more EU sanctions against Russia even as he defended his country’s opposition to cutting off deliveries of Russian natural gas.
The U.S., EU and United Kingdom responded to the images from Bucha with more sanctions, including ones targeting Putin’s adult daughters. While the EU went after the Russian energy sector for the first time by banning coal, it has so far failed to agree on cutting off the much more lucrative oil and natural gas that is funding Putin’s war chest. Europe relies on those supplies to generate electricity, fill fuel tanks and keep industry churning.
U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson also made an unannounced visit to meet Zelenskyy, with his office saying they discussed Britain’s “long-term support.”
In Kyiv on Friday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented Ukraine’s leader with a questionnaire marking the first step for applying for EU membership. The head of the bloc’s executive arm said the process for completing the questionnaire could take weeks — an unusually fast turnaround — though securing membership would take far longer.
Zelenskyy turned introspective when asked what impact the pace of arms deliveries had for his people and whether more lives could have been saved if the help had come sooner.
“Very often we look for answers in someone else, but I often look for answers in myself. Did we do enough to get them?” he said of the weapons. “Did we do enough for these leaders to believe in us? Did we do enough?”
He paused and shook his head.
“Are we the best for this place and this time? Who knows? I don’t know. You question yourself,” he said.
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AP photographer Evgeniy Maloletka contributed to this story.
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CALGARY, AB, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Pembina Pipeline Corporation ("Pembina" or the "Company") (TSX: PPL) (NYSE: PBA) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a common share cash dividend for September 2022 of $0.2175 per share to be paid, subject to applicable law, on October 14, 2022, to shareholders of record on September 23, 2022. As previously announced, Pembina's Board of Directors approved a $0.0075 per common share increase to its monthly common share dividend rate to $0.2175 in connection with the closing of the Pembina Gas Infrastructure transaction. The common share dividends are designated "eligible dividends" for Canadian income tax purposes. For non-resident shareholders, Pembina's common share dividends should be considered "qualified dividends" and may be subject to Canadian withholding tax.
For shareholders receiving their common share dividends in U.S. funds, the September 2022 cash dividend is expected to be approximately U.S. $0.1655 per share (before deduction of any applicable Canadian withholding tax) based on a currency exchange rate of 0.7611. The actual U.S. dollar dividend will depend on the Canadian/U.S. dollar exchange rate on the payment date and will be subject to applicable withholding taxes.
Pembina pays cash dividends on its common shares in Canadian dollars on a monthly basis to shareholders of record on the 25th day of each month (except for the December record date, which is December 31st), if, as and when determined by the Board of Directors. Should the record date fall on a weekend or a statutory holiday, the effective record date will be the previous business day. The dividend payment date is the 15th day of the month following the record date. Should the payment date fall on a weekend or on a statutory holiday, the business day prior to the weekend or statutory holiday becomes the payment date.
Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a leading energy transportation and midstream service provider that has served North America's energy industry for more than 65 years. Pembina owns an integrated network of hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas pipelines, gas gathering and processing facilities, oil and natural gas liquids infrastructure and logistics services, and a growing export terminals business. Through our integrated value chain, we seek to provide safe and reliable infrastructure solutions which connect producers and consumers of energy across the world, support a more sustainable future and benefit our customers, investors, employees and communities. For more information, please visit pembina.com.
Purpose of Pembina:
To be the leader in delivering integrated infrastructure solutions connecting global markets:
- Customers choose us first for reliable and value-added services;
- Investors receive sustainable industry-leading total returns;
- Employees say we are the 'employer of choice' and value our safe, respectful, collaborative and inclusive work culture; and
- Communities welcome us and recognize the net positive impact of our social and environmental commitment.
Pembina is structured into three Divisions: Pipelines Division, Facilities Division and Marketing & New Ventures Division.
Pembina's common shares trade on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges under PPL and PBA, respectively. For more information, visit www.pembina.com.
This news release contains certain forward-looking information and statements (collectively, "forward-looking statements"), including forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of applicable securities legislation, that are based on Pembina's current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions in light of its experience and its perception of historical trends. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "continue", "anticipate", "schedule", "will", "expects", "estimate", "potential", "planned", "future", "outlook", "strategy", "protect", "trend", "commit", "maintain", "focus", "ongoing", "believe" and similar expressions suggesting future events or future performance.
In particular, this news release contains forward-looking statements relating to: future dividends which may be declared on Pembina's common shares; the timing and the amount of such dividend payments; and the expected tax treatment thereof. The forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions that Pembina has made in respect thereof as at the date of this news release regarding, among other things: the success of Pembina's operations and growth projects; prevailing commodity prices, margins, volumes and exchange rates; that Pembina's future results of operations will be consistent with past performance and management expectations in relation thereto; the availability of capital to fund future capital requirements relating to existing assets and projects; future operating costs; that all required regulatory and environmental approvals can be obtained on the necessary terms in a timely manner; prevailing regulatory, tax and environmental laws and regulations; maintenance of operating margins; and the availability of coverage under Pembina's insurance policies (including in respect of Pembina's business interruption insurance policy).
Although Pembina believes the expectations and material factors and assumptions reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable as of the date hereof, there can be no assurance that these expectations, factors and assumptions will prove to be correct. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to: the regulatory environment and decisions; Indigenous and landowner consultation requirements; the impact of competitive entities and pricing; reliance on third parties to successfully operate and maintain certain assets; the strength and operations of the oil and natural gas production industry and related commodity prices; non-performance or default by counterparties to agreements which Pembina or one or more of its affiliates has entered into in respect of its business; actions by governmental or regulatory authorities; the ability of Pembina to acquire or develop the necessary infrastructure in respect of future development projects; fluctuations in operating results; adverse general economic and market conditions in Canada, North America and worldwide; risks relating to the current and potential adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic; the ability to access various sources of debt and equity capital; changes in credit ratings; counterparty credit risk; the conflict between Ukraine and Russia and its potential impact on, among other things, global market conditions and supply and demand, energy and commodity prices; interest rates, supply chains and the global economy generally; and certain other risks and uncertainties detailed in Pembina's management's discussion and analysis and annual information form, each for the year ended December 31, 2021, and from time to time in Pembina's public disclosure documents available at www.sedar.com, www.sec.gov and through Pembina's website at www.pembina.com.
This list of risk factors should not be construed as exhaustive. Readers are cautioned that events or circumstances could cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, forecasted or projected. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release speak only as of the date hereof. Pembina does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements or information contained herein, except as required by applicable laws. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.
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The Flex Co. is a proud partner of #HappyPeriod, promoting menstrual health education for BIPOC and minority communities in the Los Angeles County area
VENICE, Calif, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - In anticipation of Menstrual Hygiene Day on May 28, The Flex Co. teamed up with #HappyPeriod for a FLOW period care pop-up – a health education event hosted at The Salt Eaters Bookshop on May 14. Held to benefit the teens of Compton G.IRLS Club, FLOW brought together three prominent Black-owned local organizations to support today's youth.
#HappyPeriod is the first Black-led nonprofit organization that fills a need for menstrual health education, advocacy, and access, especially amongst adolescents, teens, and young adults. Studies have found that 1 out of 5 teens1 in the U.S. miss class because of lack of access to period products and 23% of students1 have struggled to afford period products. The FLOW period care pop-up program was created to combat these issues, especially amongst underserved groups.
FLOW offers a shame-free space to discuss menstruation and introduce self-care methods to have a better period week. As a partner, The Flex Co. supports #HappyPeriods workshop curriculum and provides resources and body-safe period products to all attendees—women, girls, femmes, and gender expansive humans. Education is a cornerstone of Flex's mission, as is creating opportunities for more health education within the minority and BIPOC communities that #HappyPeriod serves. With these FLOW pop-ups #HappyPeriod hopes to garner the attention of local public schools in order to provide a more formal educational service to institutions that are willing to place a higher value on the importance of menstruation.
"It brings me joy to be of service to the Compton G.IRLS Club alongside our incredible partners. This year's kickoff to FLOW period care pop-ups was a huge success and a testament to the impact that Black women and femmes have in the community. We're committed to supporting our underserved youth and grateful to share these experiences," says Chelsea VonChaz, Founder of #HappyPeriod.
The May 14th FLOW period pop-up event was further supported by Shoe Palace Corporation and Nike.
If your organization is interested in hosting a menstrual health educational workshop, please reach out to Happy Period via happyperiod@rebelliouspr.com.
#HappyPeriod acts as a catalyst for the advancement of menstrual care. Moved to movement by the sight of a homeless woman wearing blood stained rags as she crossed the street, mother-daughter duo Chelsea VonChaz and Cherryl Lucy-Warner took action in 2015. Their mission is to produce programs with love centered on menstrual care that empower Black, Indigenous, and Latin adolescents and teens. #HappyPeriod has spread across 15 U.S. cities and is an approved facilitator for the Los Angeles County School District. Through partnerships with brands such as Airbnb, Facebook, The Flex Co., and Google, they advocate for menstrual equity.
Compton G.IRLS Club was founded in 2017 as an after school club based in Compton High School's Library. We started with 12 girls and volunteers from within our own community. We have created a safe space for girls to learn something new without judgment.
The Flex Co. is the top-selling sustainable period care brand known for creating highly differentiated, innovative products. Their product portfolio, including Flex Disc™, Flex Cup™, Flex Reusable Disc™, Flex Plant+ Disc™, Softdisc®, and Softcup®, is sold in nearly 30,000 retailers in the United States. Based in Venice, California, The Flex Co. is FDA-registered and is the sole designer of its products, which are manufactured in the United States and Canada. Learn more at Flexfits.com, and join our #uterati customer community on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
The Salt Eaters Bookshop is a bookstore that prioritizes books, comics, and zines written by and about Black women, girls, femmes, and and gender expansive people in Inglewood, CA. #BlackWomanOwned
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Carvana Co. ("Carvana" or the "Company") (NYSE: CVNA).
Class Period: May 6, 2020 – June 24, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 3, 2022
If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Carvana faced serious, ongoing issues with documentation, registration, and title with many of its vehicles; (2) as a result, Carvana was issuing unusually frequent temporary plates; (3) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana was violating laws and regulations in many existing markets; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana risked its ability to continue business and/or expand its business in existing markets; (5) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana was at an increased risk of governmental investigation and action; (6) Carvana was in discussion with state and local authorities regarding the above-stated business tactics and issues; (7) Carvana was facing imminent and ongoing regulatory actions including license suspensions, business cessation, and probation in several states and counties including in Arizona, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and North Carolina; and (8) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
Follow us for updates on Twitter: twitter.com/FRC_LAW.
To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Frank R. Cruz, of The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz, 1999 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-914-5007, by email to info@frankcruzlaw.com, or visit our website at www.frankcruzlaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number, and number of shares purchased.
This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.
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First Alert Traffic: Crash shuts down I-75 southbound at Mendoza Road
Published: May. 11, 2022 at 8:59 AM EDT|Updated: 37 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Southbound I-75 near Mendoza Road (mile marker 227) has been shut down due to a multi-vehicle crash.
Expect delays. Please avoid the area if possible.
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PITTSBURGH, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ANSYS, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANSS) announced today that it will host a virtual Investor Update on Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Ansys' Investor Update will begin at 8:30 a.m. ET and will conclude by 10:30 a.m. ET. The event will be a virtual presentation followed by Q&A and will feature an update on long-term strategy and financial outlook from Ajei Gopal, president and chief executive officer, and Nicole Anasenes, chief financial officer and senior vice president of finance, as well as other members of the Ansys senior leadership team.
VIRTUAL EVENT INFORMATION:
What: Ansys 2022 Investor Update
When: August 9, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time
To register for the virtual event, go to https://investors.ansys.com/events-and-presentations/events-calendar and click on the registration link.
The virtual event will be video webcast live. The following will be available on the corporate website https://investors.ansys.com at or prior to the time of the event: a link to the live video webcast as well as a supplemental 2022 Investor Update presentation. A replay of the video webcast will be available after the event has concluded.
For those who do not have internet access, simply join on the day of the event by dialing (855) 239-2942 (US), (855) 669-9657 (toll-free Canada) or (412) 542-4124 (INT'L). Ask the operator to join you into the Ansys 2022 Investor Update.
The video webcast will be recorded with replay available within two hours after the call at https://investors.ansys.com or at (877) 344-7529 (US), (855) 669-9658 (toll-free Canada) or (412) 317-0088 (INT'L). Passcode: 3205490.
When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to life-saving medical devices, the next great leaps in human advancement will be powered by Ansys.
Take a leap of certainty … with Ansys.
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — A Mexican army patrol was surrounded and attacked in the town of Altar, Mexico’s president said Monday, on the same day a family of seven were killed on the country’s Gulf coast.
Altar, about 60 miles (100 kilometers) south of Sasabe, Arizona, has long been known as a staging ground for immigrant smuggling and is reportedly controlled by a faction of the Sinaloa cartel.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said that on Sunday soldiers had detained three criminal suspects, but were quickly surrounded by 10 or 15 pickups and 60 gunmen.
The assailants outnumbered the soldiers 10 to one, López Obrador said.
He said the assailants offered soldiers $500,000 to free one of the detained suspects, and when soldiers refused, a gunfight broke out and one soldier was killed.
Videos posted by Altar residents on social media showed a raging gunbattle, apparently including the sounds of automatic weapon fire.
Sonora Gov. Alfonso Durazo wrote in his social media accounts that four suspects had been detained for weapons possession.
Also Sunday, prosecutors in the Gulf coast state of Veracruz said three women, three men and an underage boy were killed at a home in Boca del Rio, next to the state capital. Local media reported they were all members of the same family. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/mexican-army-patrol-attacked-after-detaining-suspects/ | 2022-07-04T19:33:07Z |
LINKÖPING, Sweden and MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International medical imaging IT and cybersecurity company Sectra (STO: SECT B) has signed a contract with Niagara Health System in Canada. Niagara Health will utilize the radiology and cardiology modules as well as the vendor-neutral archive (VNA) of Sectra's enterprise imaging solution. The solution will support Niagara Health's growing imaging demands and provide efficient workflows to improve diagnostics and patient care within the Niagara region.
"As a health system, we aim to build a healthier Niagara," says Mike Sharma, Director, Diagnostics at Niagara Health. "Sectra's modern solution aids us in collaborating more efficiently and sharing resources across our five sites to improve our diagnostics and in providing the best patient care possible. It also contributes to our commitment to improving the patient journey with innovative technology."
Niagara Health is a regional healthcare provider in Ontario, Canada, and comprises five sites in Fort Erie, Niagara Falls, Port Colborne, St. Catharines, and Welland. Together, they serve the Niagara region communities with their 450,000 residents.
"We are excited to begin this new journey of implementing Sectra's enterprise imaging platform to create an integrated diagnostics environment at Niagara Health between our Radiology and Cardiology departments as well as support for future growth to other areas of our hospital," says Wes McLachlin, Supervisor, Imaging Informatics at Niagara Health.
The new platform will combine workflow, communication, and diagnostic features, enabling the clinicians at Niagara Health to carry out reading and reporting directly in the Sectra solution. Having all the information and tools in one place removes the need to switch applications and allows for faster and more efficient diagnoses.
"At Niagara Health, our focus was to optimize patient care through an enterprise-wide solution. This was part of our digital strategy which included a refresh of our current PACS leading to this exciting announcement of partnering with Sectra," continues Mike Sharma.
The contract, signed in June 2022, provides enterprise imaging as a subscription (Sectra One). This allows for scalability of the system as volumes grow and facilitates expansion into other specialties.
"I am elated to welcome Niagara Health into Sectra's enterprise imaging community in Canada. Sectra's vision of contributing to a healthier and safer society aligns well with Niagara Health's. I believe Sectra's enterprise imaging solution will support Niagara Health's IT strategy, improve workflow efficiency, and enable future growth," says Nader Soltani, President, Sectra Canada Inc.
Sectra's enterprise imaging solution provides a unified strategy for all imaging needs while lowering operational costs. The scalable and modular solution, with a VNA at its core, allows healthcare providers to grow from ology to ology and from enterprise to enterprise. Sectra has supported healthcare organizations in Canada since 2004 and opened its Canadian office in 2017 to increase its local presence. Sectra's radiology module for enterprise imaging, Sectra PACS, has won the prestigious customer satisfaction award "Best in KLAS" for three consecutive years. Visit Sectra's website to find out more about Sectra in Canada.
About Sectra
Sectra contributes to a healthier and safer society by assisting health systems throughout the world to enhance the efficiency of care, and authorities and defense forces in Europe to protect society's most sensitive information. The company, founded in 1978, is headquartered in Linköping, Sweden, with direct sales in 19 countries, and distribution partners worldwide. Sales in the 2021/2022 fiscal year totaled SEK 1,949 million. The Sectra share is quoted on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange. For more information, visit Sectra's website.
CONTACT:
For further information, please contact:
Dr. Torbjörn Kronander, CEO and President Sectra AB, +46 (0)705 23 52 27
Marie Ekström Trägårdh, Executive Vice President Sectra AB and President Sectra Imaging IT Solutions, +46 (0)708 23 56 10
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ORLANDO, Fla., May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) will donate $25,000 to support Kids' Chance of America, in conjunction with its Annual Issues Symposium (AIS) 2022 golf tournament in Orlando, FL.
Kids' Chance of America and its state affiliates provide college scholarships for young people affected by a parent's workplace injury or death. Guy Carpenter, a leading global risk and reinsurance specialist and a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), sponsored the tournament.
"NCCI's annual golf tournament is a great way to connect people in the workers compensation system and to support Kids' Chance," said Bill Donnell, president and CEO of NCCI. "Serious workplace injuries and deaths create huge challenges for families. Kids' Chance scholarships provide these families with relief from some of the financial burdens they face."
"Guy Carpenter is honored to support Kids' Chance and help make this event happen," said John Trace, CEO of North America at Guy Carpenter. "Kids' Chance is a worthwhile organization started by people in the workers compensation industry, and it's great to be a part of it."
"It is amazing to see what an impact these scholarship contributions have for these students," said Vicki Burkhart, Executive Director of Kids' Chance of America. "Many of our scholarship students would not have the opportunity to pursue higher education without our support and the funding provided by great companies like NCCI and Guy Carpenter."
Kids' Chance has awarded over 8,700 college scholarships across the country valued at more than $30 million dollars. Kids' Chance recently recognized Bill Donnell and NCCI for their long-time partnership with the scholarship program.
About Kids' Chance
Kids' Chance believes that we can make a significant difference in the lives of all children affected by workplace injuries by helping them pursue and achieve their educational goals. Our mission is to create a strong Kids' Chance presence in all 50 states by providing national visibility, financial support, and best practices to each Kids' Chance state organization, so they can provide scholarships to as many eligible students as possible. Collectively, Kids' Chance organizations have awarded 8,700 scholarships across the country, totaling more than $30 million.
About NCCI
Founded in 1923, the mission of the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) is to foster a healthy workers compensation system. In support of this mission, NCCI gathers data, analyzes industry trends, and provides objective insurance rate and loss cost recommendations. These activities—combined with a comprehensive set of tools and services—make NCCI the source you trust for workers compensation information. To learn more about NCCI, please visit ncci.com.
About Guy Carpenter
Guy Carpenter & Company, LLC is a leading global risk and reinsurance specialist with more than 3,400 professionals in over 60 offices around the world. Guy Carpenter delivers a powerful combination of broking expertise, trusted strategic advisory services and industry-leading analytics to help clients adapt to emerging opportunities and achieve profitable growth. Guy Carpenter is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company's 83,000 colleagues advise clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of nearly $20 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses including Marsh, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. For more information, visit www.guycarp.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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Hourly to expand beyond California and scale its insurance operation nationwide
PALO ALTO, Calif. , June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hourly.io, a fast-growing workers' comp and payroll startup, today announced it has raised $27 million in Series A financing led by Glilot Capital Partners through its early growth fund, Glilot+. Additional backers include previous investors S Capital, MS&AD Ventures, J-Ventures and new to this round, Vintage Investment Partners and Upshot Ventures.
The Series A funding will help Hourly expand beyond the state of California, where it was founded. The company aims to scale its insurance platform nationwide.
Hourly's user-friendly platform fuses three complicated products—time and attendance, payroll, and workers' comp insurance—into one.
Traditionally, businesses use annual payroll estimates to calculate workers' comp premiums. But changes in staffing, workload, hours or pay often cause those estimates to vary significantly from reality. As a result, businesses overpay or underpay their workers' comp premiums, often by tens of thousands of dollars.
Co-founder and CEO Tom Sagi experienced those problems firsthand when he ran a small business himself. He partnered with Shay Litvak, a technologist with over 20 years of experience, to solve these problems and revolutionize the $50 billion workers' comp industry.
Lior Litwak, Managing Partner of Glilot+, Glilot Capital's early growth fund said: "Hourly.io is a game-changer for small businesses with a mobile workforce. The platform frees up thousands of hours spent on administrative work, eliminates surprise bills, and ultimately improves accountability. We are thrilled to join Hourly on its journey to completely revamp the workers' comp insurance sector."
Haim Sadger, a Founding Partner of S Capital who led Hourly's seed round in 2019 and is the second largest investor in the Series A, commented, "Hourly is a shining example of what can be done when talented people come together with a clear vision. That vision is to create a platform that lets any business owner manage all aspects of their hourly workforce in a matter of minutes using just a smartphone. They've built something really special, and the growth and positive feedback they're seeing from the market are testaments to that."
"Hourly completely eliminates uncertainty because payroll and workers' comp are connected. Now companies know exactly how much their coverage costs," said Sagi. "We're thrilled to expand Hourly out of California and give business owners across America a better way to pay their team, get a handle on their true labor costs, and better manage their workers' comp insurance."
Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Hourly.io is an insurtech startup offering full-service payroll and workers' comp insurance for small and medium businesses with hourly workers. Powered by real-time data, Hourly's platform ensures running payroll is as quick as pressing a button and that you get accurate workers' comp premiums down to the penny. For more information, visit www.hourly.io.
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What are the best Nike workout clothes?
Some people believe wearing any old thing you have hanging in the closet will suffice for a workout, and while it’s true that you can exercise wearing just about anything, it doesn’t mean it’s ideal. If your workout clothing is uncomfortable, it can limit your mobility, cause overheating or even injury.
Nike is a top athletic wear brand offering fitness clothing that can help you perform at your best. Nike gear can be expensive, but it can be worth the money, as it’s usually high-quality, comfortable and designed to enhance your performance.
What types of workout clothing are there?
While you don’t need every kind of fitness clothing to be at your best, you should have a few essentials in your wardrobe. Comfort is critical if you want to get the most out of your exercise routine, so wearing clothing that lets you move freely and keeps you dry and cool for the duration of your workout is key.
Nike Dri-Fit shirt
Nike Dri-Fit shirts are designed to keep you cool and dry during your workouts, as they’re made with breathable polyester material that wicks away moisture. There are short-sleeve and long-sleeve options as well as relaxed-fit and slim-fit styles, and some of them have an odor-resistant finish. They’re usually more expensive than your average cotton T-shirt, but the comfort they provide makes them worth it for many athletes.
Shorts
Shorts are synonymous with sports such as soccer and basketball, but they’re also preferred by many for exercising in general. Athletic shorts don’t limit your mobility as much as pants and are excellent for warm environments, as they help keep your feet fresh and dry. Also, many Nike shorts are made with Dri-Fit technology to help you stay cool during your workout.
Sweatpants
If you work out in cold environments, sweatpants can help keep you warm without restricting your movements. They’re not as flexible as shorts, but sweatpants are suitable for jogging, lifting weights and mixed martial arts training.
Best Nike Dri-Fit shirts
Top Nike Dri-Fit shirt
Nike Pro Men’s Dri-Fit Slim-Fit Long-Sleeve Top
What you need to know: This long-sleeve shirt has a tailored feel and is perfect for warmups or working out in cool environments.
What you’ll love: Made with a stretchy material, it has vents along the sides for extra breathability and increased mobility. It has a mesh material strategically positioned over high-heat areas, designed to help keep you cool for extended periods.
What you should consider: It accurately fits to size in length and width, but some customers complained that the sleeves run too long.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Top Nike Dri-Fit shirt for the money
Nike Men’s Dri-Fit Legend Training T-Shirt
What you need to know: This short-sleeve shirt has a standard fit and is ideal for exercising in various conditions.
What you’ll love: This shirt offers a relaxed feel and has an odor-resistant finish. It’s made with 100% polyester, so it’s lightweight and excellent at wicking away sweat and moisture. Also, it’s machine-washable and comes in 12 color styles.
What you should consider: It runs small, so it’s advisable to purchase a size up. Also, some customers complained about the material being too thin.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Best Nike shorts
Top Nike shorts
Nike Flex Woven Training Shorts
What you need to know: These shorts have a relaxed, comfortable fit, so they’re excellent for fast-paced exercises involving running or jumping.
What you’ll love: They have a standard fit with a natural feel and feature Nike Flex fabric technology for increased flexibility and mobility. They also use Dri-Fit technology to help you stay cool and come in six fashionable color styles.
What you should consider: The pockets are small, making it awkward to hold larger smartphones.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Top Nike shorts for the money
Nike Men’s Epic Training Shorts
What you need to know: These shorts have a traditional look and fit and are excellent for wearing to train in all kinds of exercises and sports.
What you’ll love: These shorts are made with 100% polyester, and Dri-Fit technology effectively wicks away sweat and moisture as you move. They have a 9-inch inseam, designed to fit just above the knee, so they’re ideal for various types of workouts.
What you should consider: They can be worn to play basketball, but they lack length, so they’re not the best option.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Best Nike sweatpants
Top Nike sweatpants
What you need to know: These pants provide superior warmth and are designed to handle tough workouts in cool environments.
What you’ll love: These pants are made with durable polyester and Nike Therma fabric for extra warmth. They have a stretchy elastic waistband with an adjustable cord and side pockets for storing small personal items.
What you should consider: They have somewhat of a slim fit, so they might not be suitable for those looking for something roomier.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Top Nike sweatpants for the money
Nike Men’s Sportswear Club Jersey Joggers
What you need to know: These sweatpants offer a superb combination of style and functionality, making them great for exercising or casual wear.
What you’ll love: They have a regular fit with an elastic waistband, a drawcord, three pockets and ribbed cuffs for a premium feel. It has a soft cotton jersey design, so it’s comfortable enough to wear for extended periods.
What you should consider: The material is thin and lightweight, so they aren’t suitable enough for outdoor winter workouts or sports.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
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WATCH: Bear smashes through windshield after destroying inside of N.C. family’s SUV
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - A black bear in North Carolina was caught on camera attempting to get out of a family’s SUV through the windshield after being stuck inside overnight.
Ashley McGowin said she went to walk her dogs at 6:30 a.m. on Friday when she saw the hazard lights on her SUV blinking, WHNS reported.
When she went to see what it was, she discovered a bear trapped inside the vehicle.
The family believes the bear was able to open an unlocked door to get inside. It then destroyed the inside of the car before smashing the windshield in order to get back out.
The family recorded the bear while it was stuck trying to climb through the windshield.
McGowin said along with the damage to the car, the bear also urinated on her son’s homework that was in the SUV.
After making its escape, the bear was reunited with its two cubs.
The family reported it had a tracker on its ear.
Neighbors told McGowin they heard honking around midnight so she believes the bear was trapped in the SUV for more than six hours.
McGowin said they see bears around their house four to five times a week, but never in a situation like this before.
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Xi Jinping looms large over Australia’s election
By Hilary Whiteman, CNN
The faces of Australian election candidates are plastered on campaign posters across the country — but there’s one face that stands out, and it belongs to Xi Jinping.
The Chinese leader, though not a participant in any modern democracy, has become a familiar presence in a campaign dogged by allegations of foreign interference and partly fought on issues of national security.
Xi’s face is not only on billboards, his name has come up in press conferences, interviews, and election debates between Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who leads a Liberal-National coalition, and the Labor Party leader who wants to replace him, Anthony Albanese.
“Xi has changed the nature of the Chinese Communist Party … It’s more forward leaning. It’s more aggressive. And that means that Australia, of course, must respond,” said Albanese during a leaders’ debate, in words that appeared to echo the government’s hardline stance.
Before the federal election campaign even started, accusations were being hurled that China wanted a Labor win. One week out from the vote on May 21, public opinion polls — though notoriously unreliable — suggest that it may actually happen, putting a Labor government in power for the first time since 2013.
How that may change Australia’s relationship with China has been a common question ahead of the vote. The coalition has suggested Labor will be soft on China — a serious accusation by a government whose defense minister recently warned that, in order to preserve peace, Australia must “prepare for war.”
On paper, it seems there is little difference between both major parties on foreign policy. Labor says it’s committed to the AUKUS security pact, the deal Morrison struck with the United States and United Kingdom, to the detriment of Australia’s relations with France. And both support the Quad, the loose four-way alliance between Australia, the US, India and Japan that is set to meet in Tokyo next week, after the election.
It’s not clear yet who will attend on Australia’s behalf, but analysts say that person faces a tough challenge when it comes to China — especially after a bitter election campaign that has put Xi and his intentions front and center.
The unraveling of relations
China was always going to play a role in the Australian election, as a regional heavyweight with significant trade ties to a smaller nation that it relies on for iron ore and coal, if not other sanctioned exports.
Xi’s rise to power in China neatly aligns with the coalition’s latest stint in government — both took office in 2013, and since then relations have deteriorated, most rapidly in the last six years.
Some of the angst stretches back to 2016, when links emerged between a senior Labor senator and a wealthy Chinese businessmen, prompting a closer inspection of alleged foreign political interference. Under then Liberal Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, laws were passed preventing foreigners from donating to Australian political campaigns, among other measures, and a ban was imposed on Chinese telecoms giants Huawei and ZTE from building Australia’s 5G network. After the 5G ban, China’s foreign affairs spokesman urged the country to “abandon (its) ideological prejudices.”
Relations soured further in 2020 when the Australian government — then led by Morrison — called for an investigation into the origins of Covid-19. China responded with sanctions against Australian exports, including beef, barley, wine, and rock lobster.
Charles Edel, the inaugural Australia Chair and a senior adviser at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), said China’s aim was to make Australia more compliant, but it hasn’t worked.
“It has had the opposite effect,” he said. “It hardened public attitudes in Australia and pushed Canberra to lead the charge against China’s coercive actions.”
According to the Lowy Institute’s 2021 poll of Australians on China, the vast majority were negative about China’s system of government and China’s military activity in the region, though they were positive about China’s people and Chinese culture. China’s tacit support of Russia’s actions in Ukraine has also hardened attitudes, and the Australian government has rushed to supply Ukraine with tanks, coal, and humanitarian aid.
While sanctions have undoubtedly hurt Australian businesses, the loss of the Chinese market forced some to diversify and they’ve found replacement markets. China meanwhile continues to buy Australia’s iron ore at near record prices. So in that respect, Australia hasn’t lost.
In fact, Edel says Australia’s tough response to Beijing’s coercion has created another model for other countries in the region to follow.
“Australia has reacted to a deteriorating strategic environment by investing in its own capabilities, increasing its cooperation with the United States, and reaching out to strengthen its connections with other countries in the region,” he said. “Pursuing a proactive foreign policy while investing in its own resilience offers a model for other states under pressure from revisionist powers.”
Chances of a reset
But there’s no consensus on the success of the Morrison government’s approach to China. During the election campaign, even as the coalition touted its superior experience in foreign affairs, Beijing signed a security pact with the Solomon Islands, a Pacific Island nation that also has a security deal with Canberra.
Suddenly the specter of a Chinese military base on a nation just 2,000 kilometers (1,600 miles) from Australia’s shores became a live election issue — even as the Solomon Islands and Beijing denied they had any such plans. The issue was so contentious that in the first few weeks of the campaign mentions of China and the Solomon Islands outpaced that of climate change across Australian media, according to media monitors Isentia.
Labor slammed the deal as “a massive foreign policy failure” that occurred despite warnings that Honiara was moving closer to China. In the heat of an election campaign, it suits Labor to call out the coalition’s foreign policy failings — in fact, the timing of the deal was so opportune for Labor that Home Minister Karen Andrews speculated, without evidence, that it was deliberately timed by Beijing to fall just weeks before the vote — a claim Labor attacked as “unhinged.”
Both sides say “China has changed.” In recent years, Beijing has stepped up the militarization of the South China Sea, committed alleged human rights abuses against the minority Uyghur population in Xinjiang, and clamped down on freedoms in Hong Kong, where police recently arrested a 90-year-old cardinal under national security laws.
But James Laurenceson, director of the Australia-China Relations Institute, said the Morrison government must accept some responsibility for deteriorating relations.
“Rhetoric and posturing and a lack of diplomacy has actually played a pretty major role in how we got there,” he said.
“We haven’t just protected our sovereignty. We’ve gone out on a limb in front of any other country in the region to, I would argue, be pretty provocative,” he said, citing Defense Minister Peter Dutton’s comment that Australia should “prepare for war” as one example.
Laurenceson doesn’t see relations with Beijing improving under a re-elected Morrison government. “I think they have given up on the Morrison government,” he said, but added that a Labor win wouldn’t necessarily mean a reset either.
“No one’s talking about going back to the way the world was five years ago. But putting our relationship on a less adversarial stance, I think that’s within our capacity. And I think Labor has options where it can make some subtle shifts in its diplomacy and that will make that a realistic option.”
In an opinion piece published in Australian media last week, China’s ambassador to Australia, Xiao Qian, said Canberra should not see “China’s rise” as a threat.
“The cooperation between China and the South Pacific island countries is conducive to people’s well-being on both sides and regional prosperity and stability, and will by no means threaten Australia’s security,” he wrote.
Where to from here
Under Australian law, there are no rules on truth in political advertising, so using Xi’s image on posters claiming he supports candidates of various political persuasions is entirely legal.
Xi’s face is not only on ads alleging he supports Labor but also on billboards claiming he’s backing a Liberal candidate, as well as at least one independent. Appealing to Xi, it seems, is the highest political insult.
Andrew Hughes, a marketing expert at the Australian National University, says Australia is known as the “Wild West” when it comes to political advertising, but the use of China in this campaign had nonetheless been remarkable.
“It’s actually more noticeable, I think, in this election than I’ve ever seen the use of a foreign government in election campaigns outside wartime,” Hughes said.
Hughes said the coalition was using China to establish the connection in people’s minds that “Labor equals fear,” though he questioned the effectiveness of that strategy with an audience with only half an eye on the issues.
“Most people don’t have that level of engagement with politics in the first place to make that messaging effective. Hence why (the coalition) is probably going a little bit more negative, and a little bit harder on things.”
Edel, from CSIS, said no matter who wins, Australia has a better chance of improving its relationship if it stands its ground, and that’s possible under either leadership.
“While there may be differences in tone and approach, both parties now support increasing Australia’s defense budget, working more closely with the United States and other like-minded countries, countering China’s push into the Pacific, calling out Beijing’s egregious human rights violations, and taking actions to protect Australia’s democracy,” he said.
However, Laurenceson said a calmer approach and the realization that Australia can’t dictate China’s relationships in the Pacific would go a long way towards putting the relationship on a firmer footing.
“There’s a track record of overreaction and panic, that’s for sure. And how does that actually help you respond?” he said. “Having a strategy with a goal of denying the Beijing enhanced relationships in the region is just ridiculous. It’s unrealistic. So yes, let’s take it seriously, let’s respond with a clear strategy. But let’s make sure our assessments and our strategy are at least based on reality.”
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PHOENIX, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that the firm ranked sixth nationwide in the 2022 AmLaw Midlevel Associates Satisfaction Survey. The firm received a remarkable 92.4 percent response rate from its midlevel associates (defined by the survey as those in their third, fourth, and fifth year of practice) – well above any other top 20 firm recognized in the survey.
Associates interviewed said they "appreciated reasonable billing expectations," shared that the firm has a "great work life balance," and noted that it "feels like the firm really cares."
"Supporting our associates in their personal and professional development, and fostering an enjoyable working environment, are longstanding commitments embodied in our firm credo," said Jeffrey A. Scudder, chair of the firm's Attorney Development Committee (ADC) and a partner in the Phoenix office. "We appreciate our associates' strong participation in this year's survey, and the results confirm that they recognize and value those commitments. We are always exploring innovative new ways to support our associates, and the feedback we gather through this survey has been integral to those efforts over the past several years."
The AmLaw survey examines 12 aspects of job satisfaction, including: compensation and benefits; training and guidance; relations with partners and other associates; interest in and satisfaction level with the work; the firm's policy on billable hours; and management's openness about firm strategies and partnership chances.
"We work with every associate to help them develop into a self-sustaining partner. This is consistent with our status as a relationship-based firm, as well as our credo commitments to our clients, our communities, and each other," said Firm Chair Matthew P. Feeney.
Snell & Wilmer credits its ADC for improving associate satisfaction levels. The ADC consists of associates, counsel, and partners who meet regularly to create development and connection opportunities that encourage each attorney to reach their full potential – both personally and professionally – and enjoy the practice of law at Snell & Wilmer. The ADC focuses specifically on enhancing the firm's mentoring, training, and lateral integration efforts, working with the firm's Attorney Talent staff and attorney leaders to address the unique needs of new and experienced associates and lateral attorneys. ADC members also serve as a point of contact for attorneys within their offices to communicate feedback and ideas to firm leadership. In so doing, the ADC has the full support of the firm's Executive Committee.
"This ranking affirms the sincere commitment our partners make in each associate's development, while also signaling the deep investment our associates make in building their careers here," said Snell & Wilmer Chief Talent Officer Kristen Hulse, who joined the firm in 2021. "This mutual engagement provides an ideal foundation for our associates to learn and thrive, knowing they are cared for and valued for who they are."
About Snell & Wilmer
Founded in 1938, Snell & Wilmer is a full-service business law firm with more than 450 attorneys practicing in 16 locations throughout the United States and in Mexico, including Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona; Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego, California; Denver, Colorado; Washington, D.C.; Boise, Idaho; Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Portland, Oregon; Dallas, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah; Seattle, Washington; and Los Cabos, Mexico. The firm represents clients ranging from large, publicly traded corporations to small businesses, individuals and entrepreneurs. For more information, visit swlaw.com.
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NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Yext, Inc. ("Yext" or the "Company") (NYSE: YEXT) and certain of its former officers. The class action, filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, and docketed under 22-cv-05127, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired Yext securities between March 4, 2021 and March 8, 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 Yext securities during the Class Period, you have until August 16, 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.
Yext organizes a business's facts to provide answers to consumer questions online. The Company operates Yext platform, a cloud-based platform that allows its customers to, among other things, provide answers to consumer questions, control facts about their businesses and the content of their landing pages, and manage their consumer reviews. Yext's website describes its service as "a modern, AI-powered Answers Platform that understands natural language so that when people ask questions about a business online they get direct answers—not links."
As COVID-19 resurged throughout 2021, Yext consistently assured investors that pandemic-related impacts on the Company's business were limited as the Company adapted to lockdowns and improved efficiencies in its sales and other operations.
The complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, inter alia, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; (ii) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year ("FY") fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook; and (iii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
On March 8, 2022, Yext issued a press release announcing its fourth quarter ("Q4") and FY fiscal 2022 results. Among other items, Yext reported Q4 fiscal 2022 revenue of $100.9 million, falling short of consensus estimates by $140,000; first quarter ("Q1") fiscal 2023 revenue outlook of $96.3 million to $97.3 million, versus consensus estimates of $103.79 million; Q1 fiscal 2023 non-GAAP net loss per share outlook of $0.08 to $0.07, versus consensus estimates of $0.05; FY fiscal 2023 revenue outlook of $403.3 million to $407.3 million, versus consensus estimates of $444.71 million; and FY fiscal 2023 non-GAAP net loss per share outlook of $0.19 to $0.17, versus consensus estimates of $0.09. The Company further disclosed the departure of its CEO and CFO.
That same day, on a conference call to discuss Yext's Q4 and FY fiscal 2022 results, the Company's incoming CEO, Michael Walrath ("Walrath"), addressed the Company's disappointing financial results, revealing, inter alia, that "we have seen fragmentation in our interactions with customers and our ability to deliver premium service and support" and that, "[i]n hindsight, it is clear we were too focused on building sales capacity and not focused enough on other functions that drive productivity, particularly sales enablement, training, client success and services." Walrath also disclosed that "we saw a really significant disruption in our business" such as "in Q4, 50% -- over 50% of our in-person events were canceled because of the Omicron surges[,]" while opining that Yext could "[a]bsolutely" improve its "sales motion so that it's more efficient during disruptions like that[.]"
Following that call, a Truist Securities analyst lowered the firm's rating on Yext to hold from buy and slashed its price target to $6 from $17, noting, among other things, that key performing indicators showed an "unexpected slowdown" in Q4, guidance for fiscal 2023 shows no near-term turn around, and that "planned changes under new management (in go-to-market strategy, sales organization) carry execution risks and the timing for a meaningful and sustainable revival in growth is unclear[.]"
Following these disclosures, Yext's stock price fell $0.55 per share, or 9.29%, to close at $5.37 per share on March 9, 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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Robert S. Willoughby
Pomerantz LLP
rswilloughby@pomlaw.com
888-476-6529 ext. 7980
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NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Tuya Inc. ("Tuya" or the "Company") (NYSE: TUYA) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Tuya investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased Tuya American Depositary Shares in or traceable to the Company's March 2021 initial public offering. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
TUYA 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: (a) a material portion of Tuya's China-based customers were engaged in the widespread and systematic manipulation of reviews and product offerings in violation of Amazon.com's terms of use; (b) prior to the initial public offering, a consumer investigation and data breach had exposed an illicit fake review scheme being perpetrated by many of Tuya's clients, among others, which included, inter alia, the exposure of 13 million records of organized fake review scams linked to over 200,000 Amazon account profiles; (c) as a result of (a) and (b) above, there was a substantial risk that a material portion of Tuya's significant customers would be barred from using Amazon.com's platform, negatively impacting Tuya's business, revenue, earnings, and prospects; and (d) as a result of (a)-(c) above, the registration statement's representations regarding Tuya's historical financial and operational metrics and purported market opportunities and expected growth did not accurately reflect the actual business, operations, financial results, and trajectory of the Company at the time of the initial public offering, and such statements were materially false and misleading and lacked a reasonable factual basis.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Tuya during the relevant time frame, you have until October 11, 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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Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
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New York, NY 10006
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SUZHOU, China, Aug. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Transcenta Holding Limited ("Transcenta") (HKEX: 06628), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company with fully-integrated capabilities in discovery, research, development and manufacturing of antibody-based therapeutics, announces the appointment of Dr. Caroline Germa as the company's Executive Vice President, Global Medicine Development and Chief Medical Officer, reporting to Dr. Xueming Qian, CEO. Dr. Germa will be primarily responsible for leading the global development and translational research teams to advance Transcenta's pipeline molecules, conducting registrational trials to enable for approval by multiple global regulatory agencies, ensuring safety and compliance, as well as leading the global clinical collaborations with existing and potential partners.
Dr. Caroline Germa is an accomplished medical oncologist and medicine development leader with over 20 years of pharmaceutical experience, across the spectrum of drug development, from early clinical trials to late phase and registration.
Prior to joining Transcenta, Dr. Germa served as the Vice President and Head of the Early Development Clinical Group for AstraZeneca oncology department. During her time at AstraZeneca, Dr. Germa built an Early Development Clinical Group with over 180 staff and guided the clinical development of the early oncology portfolio.
Immediately prior to joining AstraZeneca, she worked for Bristol Myers Squibb ("BMS") and served as the Vice President of BMS Oncology and Development Team Lead for a major partnered oncology program.
Before Joining BMS, Dr. Germa spent seven years at Novartis, and led the late phase clinical development of multiple key oncology assets, especially the worldwide registration strategy and approval of Ribociclib (CDK4/6 inhibitor – Kisqali).
Earlier in her career, she also worked for Pfizer as its clinical lead for Neratinib (anti-HER2 inhibitor, Nerlynx) as well as Eli Lilly France and Sanofi/Aventis.
Dr. Germa received her MD and Medical Oncologist Degree, as well as Breast Disease and Immunology Master Degrees from Paris and Lille University, France.
"I would like to express my warmest welcome to Dr. Germa on her appointment," said Dr. Xueming Qian, CEO of Transcenta. "With her outstanding capabilities in global clinical development of innovative medicines and regulatory approval achievements, strong organizational leadership and rich management experience, as well as academic excellence in oncology, we believe that Dr. Germa will bring strong leadership to Transcenta for our global expansion, lead global development and regulatory approval of our innovative lead clinical assets, and make great contributions to increase the shareholder value of Transcenta."
"Delivering meaningful treatment options to patients is what drives me. I am thrilled to join Transcenta at this important juncture," said Dr. Caroline Germa, Executive Vice President, Global Medicine Development and Chief Medical Officer of Transcenta. "The early clinical data for TST001 are very promising and I look forward to working alongside Transcenta highly skilled scientific teams to bring the whole Transcenta portfolio to patients globally."
About Transcenta Holding Limited
Transcenta (HKEX: 06628) is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company with fully integrated capabilities in antibody-based biotherapeutics discovery, research, development and manufacturing.
Transcenta has established global footprint, with Headquarters and Discovery, Clinical and Translational Research Center in Suzhou, Process and Product Development Center and Manufacturing Facility in Hangzhou, and Clinical Development Centers in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou in China and in Princeton, US, and External Partnering Center in Boston and Los Angeles, US. Transcenta has also initiated the construction of the Group Headquarters and the second high-end biopharmaceutical facility with ICB as its core technology in Suzhou Industrial Park. Transcenta is developing ten therapeutic antibody molecules for oncology and selected non-oncology indications including bone and kidney disorders.
For more information, please visit www.transcenta.com and https://www.linkedin.com/company/transcenta.
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Less than 15% of Shares Outstanding Supported Aviat's Director Nominees
Excluding Aviat's Stake, Less Than 10% of Shares Outstanding Supported Aviat's Director Nominees
ROSH HA'AYIN, Israel, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT) (the "Company", "Ceragon", "we", "us", or "our"), a global innovator and leading solutions provider of 5G wireless transport, today announced that shareholders have overwhelmingly rejected ALL proposals set forth by Aviat Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVNW) at the Company's 2022 Extraordinary General Meeting ("EGM").
Ceragon issued the following statement:
We appreciate the significant support that our Board received from our shareholders. While preparing for the EGM, we have had the opportunity to speak directly with many of our shareholders to discuss Aviat's indication of interest as well as Ceragon's strategy and performance. We are pleased that our shareholders rejected Aviat's attempts to take control of our Board. We believe Ceragon has significant business momentum and upside, and we look forward to putting this proxy contest behind us. As we indicated many times, our Board is focused on maximizing value for all shareholders and remains open to any potential transaction that delivers full, fair and certain value to Ceragon shareholders including a combination with Aviat.
At the EGM, at least ~80% of the shares cast on the Company's white proxy card voted AGAINST ALL of Aviat's proposals, and more than 90% voted against most of Aviat's proposals. While the gold proxy card has no legal basis, even combined results, of both the white and gold proxy cards, show that at least ~63% of the shares cast voted AGAINST ALL of Aviat's proposals, and ~75% voted against most of Aviat's proposals. We would also note that Aviat's director nominees received support from less than 15% of total shares outstanding, and less than 10% of total shares outstanding excluding Aviat's stake, on both cards combined.
Today's outcome reinforces that Ceragon shareholders recognize that Aviat's indication of interest significantly undervalues Ceragon and that Aviat's attempts to take control of the Ceragon Board are not in the best interest of Ceragon shareholders.
Evercore is serving as financial advisor and Shibolet & Co. and Latham & Watkins LLP are serving as legal advisors to Ceragon.
About Ceragon Networks
Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the global innovator and leading solutions provider of 5G wireless transport. We help operators and other service providers worldwide increase operational efficiency and enhance end customers' quality of experience with innovative wireless backhaul and fronthaul solutions. Our customers include service providers, public safety organizations, government agencies and utility companies, which use our solutions to deliver 5G & 4G broadband wireless connectivity, mission-critical multimedia services, stabilized communications, and other applications at high reliability and speed.
Ceragon's unique multicore technology and disaggregated approach to wireless transport provides highly reliable, fast to deploy, high-capacity wireless transport for 5G and 4G networks with minimal use of spectrum, power, real estate, and labor resources. It enables increased productivity, as well as simple and quick network modernization, positioning Ceragon as a leading solutions provider for the 5G era. We deliver a complete portfolio of turnkey end-to-end AI-based managed and professional services that ensure efficient network rollout and optimization to achieve the highest value for our customers. Our solutions are deployed by more than 400 service providers, as well as more than 800 private network owners, in more than 150 countries. For more information please visit: www.ceragon.com
Ceragon Networks® and FibeAir® are registered trademarks of Ceragon Networks Ltd. in the United States and other countries. CERAGON ® is a trademark of Ceragon Networks Ltd., registered in various countries. Other names mentioned are owned by their respective holders.
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This document contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the safe-harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of Ceragon's management about Ceragon's business, financial condition, results of operations, micro and macro market trends and other issues addressed or reflected therein. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: projections of demand, revenues, net income, gross margin, capital expenditures and liquidity, competitive pressures, order timing, supply chain and shipping, components availability, growth prospects, product development, financial resources, cost savings and other financial and market matters. You may identify these and other forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "may", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "estimates", "targets", "expects", "intends", "potential" or the negative of such terms, or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words.
Although we believe that the projections reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be obtained or that any deviations therefrom will not be material. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause Ceragon's future results or performance to differ materially from those anticipated, expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, any ongoing actions taken and future actions that may be taken by Aviat Networks Inc. or other stockholders or others; the continuing impact of the components shortage due to the global shortage in semiconductors, chipsets, components and other commodities, on our supply chain, manufacturing capacity and ability to timely deliver our products, which have caused, and could continue to cause delays in deliveries of our products and in the deployment of projects by our customers, risk of penalties and orders cancellation created thereby, as well as profit erosion due to constant price increase, payment of expedite fees and costs of inventory pre-ordering and procurement acceleration of such inventory, and the risk of becoming a deadstock if not consumed; the continued effect of the global increase in shipping costs and decrease in shipping slots availability on us, our supply chain and customers, which have resulted, and may continue to result in, price erosion, late deliveries and the risk of penalties and orders cancellation due to late deliveries; the impact of the transition to 5G technologies on our revenues if such transition is developed differently than we anticipated; the risks relating to the concentration of a major portion of our business on large mobile operators around the world from which we derive a significant portion of our ordering, that due to their relative effect on the overall ordering coupled with inconsistent ordering pattern and volume of business directed to us, creates high volatility with respect to our financial results and results of operations; the effect of the competition from other wireless transport equipment providers and from other communication solutions that compete with our high-capacity point-to-point wireless products; the continued effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global economy and markets and on us and on the markets in which we operate and our and our customers, providers, business partners and contractors business and operations; the risks relating to increased breaches of network or information technology security along with increase in cyber-attack activities, growing cyber-crime threats, and changes in privacy and data protection laws, that could have an adverse effect on our business; risks associated with any failure to meet our product development timetable, including delay in the commercialization of our new chipset; imposition of additional sanctions and global trade limitations in connection with Russia's invasion to Ukraine, the effects of general economic conditions and trends on the global and local markets in which we operate and such other risks, uncertainties and other factors that could affect our results, as further detailed in Ceragon's most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F and in Ceragon's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Such forward-looking statements, including the risks, uncertainties and other factors that could affect our results, represent our views only as of the date they are made and should not be relied upon as representing our views as of any subsequent date. Such forward-looking statements do not purport to be predictions of future events or results and there can be no assurance that it will prove to be accurate. Ceragon may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future but the company specifically disclaims any obligation to do so except as may be required by law.
Ceragon's public filings are available on the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at www.sec.gov and may also be obtained from Ceragon's website at www.ceragon.com.
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Ceragon Networks
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NEW YORK, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of Celsius Financial Products, including CEL Tokens, Earn Rewards high-interest accounts, and/or Celsius Loan products, between February 9, 2018, and June 13, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), against Celsius Network LLC ("Celsius"), Celsius Lending LLC, Celsius KeyFi LLC (collectively, the "Celsius Entities") and its executives Alexander Mashinsky, Shlomi "Daniel" Leon, David Barse, and Alan Jeffrey Carr (together, "Defendants"). 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 13, 2022.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Celsius Financial Products, including CEL Tokens, Earn Rewards high-interest accounts, and/or Celsius Loan products 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 Celsius class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7586 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 13, 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. 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 violated provisions of the Securities Act by selling non-exempt securities without registering it. The complaint alleges that Celsius and Individual Defendants violated provisions of the Securities Act by also participating in Celsius' failure to register the Celsius Financial Products. The complaint alleges that the Defendants violated provisions of the New Jersey Common Law by possessing the monetary value of Celsius Financial Products of inflated value which rightfully belongs to the Plaintiff and members of the Class.
Also according to the lawsuit, Defendants violated provisions of the Exchange Act by carrying out a plan, scheme, and course of conduct that Celsius intended to and did deceive retail investors and thereby caused them to purchase Celsius Financial Products at artificially inflated prices; endorsed false statements they knew or recklessly should have known were material misleading, and they made untrue statements of material fact and omitted to state material facts necessary to make the statements made not misleading.
To join the Celsius class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7586 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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PITTSBURGH, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm an airplane mechanic and I thought there could be a better way to remove Z buttons," said an inventor, from Gilbert, S.C., "so I invented the Z- BUTTON REMOVER. My ergonomic design enables you to remove a Z button without damaging the paint on an airplane or race car."
The invention provides an improved tool for removing Z buttons from a vehicle or airplane. In doing so, it helps to prevent paint damage. It also increases efficiency and convenience. The invention features a practical and durable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for vehicle and airplane mechanics. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Columbia sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-CSK-188, 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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ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] Chief Financial Officer Brian West will speak at the Morgan Stanley Laguna Conference on September 15th at 9:55 a.m. PT.
Visit https://cc.webcasts.com/morg007/091422a_js/?entity=37_MTJ5WTS to access a link to the live broadcast of the conference. Individuals should check the website prior to the session to ensure access to the audio stream.
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PITTSBURGH, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a device to sanitize the toilet and freshen the air when using the bathroom," said an inventor, from Richmond, Calif., "so I invented the TOILET ODORANT AND CLEANING CONTAINER. My design would offer an alternative to using traditional air fresheners, sprays and toilet cleaners."
The invention provides a convenient way to dispense a pleasing scent within a bathroom. It would also clean and sanitize the toilet. As a result, it reduces odors and it provides added peace of mind. The invention features a multi-functional design that is easy to apply and use so it is ideal for households and commercial restrooms. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Sacramento sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-SCO-185, 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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Justice Department settles with protesters who sued over 2020 incident at Lafayette Square
By Tierney Sneed
The Justice Department has reached a settlement to settle four lawsuits by protesters who were forcibly cleared out of Washington’s Lafayette Square during a racial justice protest outside the White House in 2020.
The US Park Police and the US Secret Service have agreed to revise their policies toward demonstrations and crowd control, according to a settlement filed in DC’s federal court.
“The federal government is committed to the highest standards for protecting civil rights and civil liberties in any federal law enforcement response to public demonstrations,” Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta said in a statement Wednesday. “These changes to agency policies for protest responses will strengthen our commitment to protecting and respecting constitutionally protected rights.”
Among those bringing the lawsuits was Black Lives Matter DC and individual protesters at the June 1, 2020 demonstration. They were cleared out, following which President Donald Trump walked across the square to a nearby church for a photo-op.
A narrow review of the Park Police’s decision-making by the Interior Department’s inspector general said that agency did not act to clear to park in order to allow for Trump’s walk.
With the settlement filed Wednesday, the Park Police has agreed to update policies requiring that officers wear visible identifiers, and adopt guidelines and policies aimed at de-escalation tactics and dispersal warnings. The US Secret Service also revised its policies to include this language: “The fact that some individuals in a crowd have engaged in unlawful conduct does not normally provide blanket grounds for use-of-force countermeasures, crowd dispersal, or declaration of an unlawful assembly.”
“Today marks a win for the ongoing resistance against all attempts to subvert dissent,” said April Goggans, core organizer of Black Lives Matter DC, in a statement. “These attempts to disrupt the ability to organize for an end to the recurring trauma caused to Black communities by police attacks will not go unchallenged.”
Then-Attorney General William Barr gave the order to clear the park that day, which had been the site of multiple days of protests. After the warnings from the Park Police, the authorities aggressively converged on the protesters, who reported experiencing irritation from the smoke canisters that had been employed.
The Inspector General review found that the dispersal warnings the Park Police had issued were not audible to everyone in the crowd, and that the police used “less-lethal munitions,” including “pepper ball rounds, stinger ball grenades without irritant, and white smoke without irritant after protesters physically attacked officers.”
In the statement announcing the settlement, National Park Service Director Chuck Sams said the agency hoped “this updated policy can serve as a model for others to uphold civil rights and facilitate safe demonstrations.”
“The United States Park Police is committed to ensuring people can gather safely to express our most fundamental and cherished right to free speech,” he said.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for RVNC, UBER, RBLX, ADTX, and ROKU.
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Scientists caution homeowners against making decisions based on insufficient geotechnical and engineering studies
RAPID CITY, S.D., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Geotechnical and engineering experts are warning that homeowners living in Hideaway Hills and prospective buyers in the subdivision should not rely on reports and maps that suggest parts of the subdivision are stable and safe.
While a recent report based on electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) claims that some areas in the subdivision of 158 homes are safe, experts warn that the ERT technology is not capable of drawing such conclusions. A more precise 2021 analysis based on core sampling found that the entire neighborhood is unstable – either from underground mines at risk of collapse or strip and pit mines that were improperly reclaimed using non-native fill material. According to a proposed class-action lawsuit, the state of South Dakota reclaimed the abandoned mines for pasture use only, and homes never should have been allowed to be developed there.
"All of the land in the Hideaway Hills was mined extensively for 80 years and was not filled and reclaimed to support structures like residential homes," said attorney Kathleen Barrow of the Fox Rothschild law firm, representing a group of plaintiffs seeking class-action status. "We don't want homeowners or buyers to have a false sense of security based on an incomplete analysis. The ERT testing, which was used to create a map of safety risk zones, is not sufficient to permit any conclusions as to the ability of the soil to support structures. It takes soil sampling and engineering analysis to determine whether an area of land can support structures in the short and long term. From a geological and engineering standpoint, it's dangerous to draw conclusions concerning safety risks based solely upon ERT testing."
The underground dangers were exposed in April 2020 when a state-owned gypsum mine collapsed, creating a large hole near East Daisy Drive. Experts say that property sites at Hideaway Hills are interdependent and correcting subsurface dangers would require removing all of the homes, which would cost more than the structures are worth and would provide no guarantee that the remediation would work.
Circuit Court Judge Kevin Krull is set to rule later this year on efforts by a group of homeowners to certify a class-action lawsuit that would potentially provide relief to all Hideaway Hills property owners.
The case is Andrew Morse and John and Emily Clarke et al. v. State of South Dakota et al., No. 46CIV-20-000295 in the Circuit Court, 4th Judicial District, County of Meade, South Dakota.
Fox Rothschild has grown to a 950-lawyer national law firm with 27 offices by focusing on client service and responsiveness and by attracting bright and creative lawyers who know how to deliver. More information at foxrothschild.com.
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CLEVELAND, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), a leading provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions, has completed its purchase of the protective materials business of DSM (including the Dyneema® brand), which will now be called Avient Protective Materials and reported within the company's Specialty Engineered Materials segment.
"We proudly welcome our newest associates and valued customers joining us today," said Robert M. Patterson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Avient Corporation. "This next step in our specialty transformation expands our material offerings to provide solutions that require the highest level of performance in applications where failure is not an option."
The foundation of Avient Protective Materials is the renowned technology and globally admired brand of Dyneema®, the World's Strongest Fiber™. The ultra-lightweight specialty fiber is 15 times stronger than steel and is used in demanding applications, such as ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, industrial protection and outdoor sports. The business includes six production facilities, four R&D centers and approximately 1,000 employees located around the world.
"With the addition of the Protective Materials business, we have significantly increased the size of our fastest growing platform and firmly established Avient as a leader in the advanced composites space," said Chris Pederson, President, Specialty Engineered Materials, Avient Corporation. "We look forward to collaborating with our customers to deliver on the ever-increasing requirements of product performance, achievable through innovation and material science."
About Avient
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:
- Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy
- Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
- Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
Avient is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work®. For more information, visit www.avient.com.
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We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You are advised to consult any further disclosures we make on related subjects in our reports on Form 10-Q, 8-K and 10-K that we provide to the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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The National Association of Farm Service Agency County Office Employees presented Congressman Sanford Bishop Jr. its Legislator of the Year award during its national convention
SAVANNAH – The National Association of Farm Service Agency County Office Employees presented Congressman Sanford Bishop Jr., D-Ga., its Legislator of the Year award during its national convention here. Farm Service Agency county office employees are the bridge between U.S. Department of Agriculture programs and farmers as well as ranchers.
NASCOE’s mission is to assist in an way possible to assure successful operation of FSA and the attainment of FSA’s objectives, to cooperate with other groups and organizations, to conserve and improve America’s soil resources, to secure equitable salaries, working conditions, and retirement provisions for all county office employees, and to promote the professionalism of FSA county office employees.
“Farm Service Agency county office employees are on the frontline of our agriculture industry, helping our farmers, ranchers, and producers learn about and navigate the federal programs meant to assist them,” Bishop said. “These programs help farmers get through another planting season, recover from a natural disaster, and meet the many challenges faced by those in the agriculture industry. That is why I will continue to work hard in Congress to support these vital federal programs as well as the FSA offices and staff who make these programs work for our communities.”
“(Bishop) continuously demonstrates a bipartisan, fiscally conservative stance that helps bring members together from both sides of the aisle to recognize and support the role of the American farmer and rancher,” NASCOE President Marcinda Kester said while presenting the group's award to the 2nd District congressman.
“Congressman Bishop supported increases in funding for FY 2022 FSA salaries and expenses and helped NASCOE secure a specific amount of those funds to be used for hiring county office staff. Recently, he assisted NASCOE with securing a $68 million increase in FY 2023 FSA salaries and expenses. Congressman Bishop is an advocate for employees of the Farm Service Agency and has worked with NASCOE to secure needed funding for staff.”
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NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silver Golub & Teitell LLP (SGT)—a plaintiffs' law firm headquartered in Connecticut—is investigating claims against Nelnet Servicing, LLC (Nelnet) in connection with the theft of the social security numbers other sensitive personal information of over 2.5 million individuals whose loans Nelnet services.
Nelnet is a Nebraska-based student loan servicing company that serves as a student loan servicer and web portal provider for EdFinancial and the Oklahoma Student Loan Authority (OSLA). On August 26, 2022, EdFinancial and OSLA began notifying over 2.5 million of their customers that that their sensitive personal information—including social security numbers, full names, physical addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers—had been exposed as a result of unauthorized access to Nelnet's computer systems. According to a letter filed with the Maine Attorney General, Nelnet "discovered a vulnerability [Nelnet] believes led to . . .certain student loan account registration information [being] accessible by an unknown party beginning in June 2022 and ending on July 22, 2022."
SGT believes victims of the Nelnet data breach may have claims against Nelnet as they likely face increased odds of identity theft or other identity fraud-type crimes. If you received notice from Nelnet that your information has been exposed and wish to learn more about your rights, visit SGT's contact SGT Partner Ian W. Sloss at isloss@sgtlaw.com at (203) 325-4491.
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Garza to Accelerate LEDA's Organizational Reach and Fundraising Efforts
NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America (LEDA) announced today that it has appointed David Garza to serve as the organization's national Executive Director. In this role, David will lead the organization as it provides under-resourced students nationwide with transformative academic and professional opportunities.
LEDA is a gateway for our nation's highest-achieving students from under-resourced communities to top-tier higher education, providing admissions, college success, and early career support. Founded in 2003, LEDA now supports a network of over 1,800 diverse young leaders, with alumni serving as attorneys and advocates in the U.S. Departments of State and Justice, doctors specializing in infectious diseases, professors at top universities, and business leaders at companies like Bloomberg, Google, and McKinsey & Company.
"Our nation's challenges can only be fully addressed when we cultivate and amplify exceptional leaders from diverse and underserved backgrounds. I am profoundly honored to join LEDA as Executive Director, and I will work every day to provide LEDA community members with a path toward a superb education and long-term success," said David.
David has been a leader in the nonprofit sector for over 20 years, with expertise in fundraising, management, and strategy. For the last 10 years, he served as Development Director at Point Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to providing scholarships and mentorship to LGBTQ+ college scholars. In this role, he expanded the organization's presence, visibility, and fundraising efforts.
Prior to Point Foundation, David served as Director of Institutional Giving for GMHC. While there, he managed the organization's roster of corporate and foundation partnerships, as well as government grants. He worked with key stakeholders to provide a range of services, including STI testing, food security, legal services, and case management.
David is committed to student leaders from underserved communities, as their backgrounds, dreams, and paths mirror his own. Born and raised on the U.S.-Mexico border, David graduated from Princeton University in 1998 as a first-generation college student.
Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America empowers a community of exceptional young leaders from under-resourced backgrounds by supporting their higher education and professional success in order to create a more inclusive and equitable country. Additional information is available on LEDA's website.
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BEIJING, SHANGHAI and BOSTON, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobio Pharma (1167.HK) has received Phase II pivotal study approval of KRAS G12C inhibitor JAB-21822 from the Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE) of China in September 5, 2022. This study aims to treat advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with KRAS G12C mutation as a second line or beyond therapy. Jacobio aims to apply for the new drug marketing application (NDA) for JAB-21822 after the successful completion of this pivotal study.
The Phase II pivotal clinical trial approved in China will evaluate the efficacy and safety of JAB-21822 as a single agent for the treatment of NSCLC patients with a KRAS G12C mutation. This is a multi-center, single-arm, open-label study.
JAB-21822 is the best-in-class potential project for KRAS G12C inhibitors. The preliminary clinical date of the Phase I study of JAB-21822 published at the 2022 annual meeting of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) shows that as of April 1, 2022, a total of 72 patients with advanced solid tumors were enrolled, and efficacy was assessed for 32 NSCLC patients with KRAS G12C mutation. The overall response rate (ORR) was 56.3% (18/32) and the disease control rate (DCR) was 90.6% (29/32).
Currently, JAB-21822 is simultaneously undergoing clinical trials for monotherapy and combination therapy in China, the United States and Europe, including the monotherapy for NSCLC with KRAS G12C mutation, pancreatic ductal carcinoma and colorectal cancer; the combination therapy with EGFR monoclonal antibody; and the combination therapy with JAB-3312, a self-developed SHP2 inhibitor of the Company.
About JAB-21822
JAB-21822 is a KRAS G12C inhibitor independently developed by the Company. The Company has initiated a number of Phase I/II clinical trials in China, the United States and Europe for patients with advanced solid tumors, including monotherapy for STK11 co-mutated non-small cell lung cancer in the front-line setting; combination therapy with SHP2 inhibitor, anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody and Cetuximab.
About Jacobio
Jacobio Pharma (1167.HK) is committed to developing and providing new and innovative products and solutions to improve people's health. Our pipeline revolves around novel molecular targets on six major signalling pathways: KRAS, immune checkpoints, tumor metabolism, P53, RB and MYC. We aim for our key projects to be among the top three in the world. Our vision is to become a global leader recognized for our impact in drug R&D together with our partners. Jacobio has R&D centers in Beijing, Shanghai and Boston with our Induced Allosteric Drug Discovery Platform (IADDP) and our iADC Platform.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — It’s gonna be May! What an aMAYzing start to the new month as it is time to get that sweet tooth geared up to celebrate National Chocolate Parfait Day.
Parfaits are a dessert that is frozen and made with egg, sugar syrup and cream accompanied by an assortment of toppings. Chocolate parfaits consist of ice cream, chocolate syrup and maybe some fruit and whip cream.
Don’t want to get in the kitchen to whip your own up? Check out Yelp’s list of some of the top spots in Dallas to get a chocolate parfait:
- Bisous Bisous Patisserie, located in Uptown
- la Madeleine, located in Uptown
- Toulouse Cafe and Bar
- TCBY Lakewood Dallas, located in Lakewood
- Original ChopShop
- Haute Sweets Patisserie
- Southpaws Organic Grills
- Botolino Gelato Artigianale, located in Lower Greenville
- Yolk – One Arts Plaza, located in Arts District
- Honey Berry Cafe, located in North Dallas | https://cw33.com/news/local/try-out-some-of-the-best-spots-in-dallas-for-a-chocolate-parfait-according-to-yelp/ | 2022-05-01T18:41:35Z |
Standing by the bar in a small Stamford Bridge hospitality suite was a figure who had had not been spotted at the stadium in three years: Roman Abramovich.
Last November, the Chelsea owner was back in London at his English Premier League club to host the president of Israel. There was no obvious security entourage around the Russian billionaire and little fuss, just close associate and Chelsea director Eugene Tenenbaum.
After making small talk with guests and posing for photos with President Isaac Herzog in front of the pitch, the party moved onto an afternoon tea event for around 50 people, with scones and cucumber sandwiches.
Abramovich was feted with speeches praising his work through Chelsea to campaign against antisemitism. It looked like the gradual reintroduction of Abramovich into a more high-profile role around Chelsea again, attached to his social activism.
There was, maybe, a British visa to be regained after he withdrew his application for a renewal in 2018.
Then everything rapidly changed from Feb. 24 when Russia invaded Ukraine.
Three months later, Abramovich is being replaced as Chelsea owner by a group fronted by American investor Todd Boehly, a prospect unimaginable when the oligarch was on the field in Abu Dhabi on Feb. 9 lifting the FIFA Club World Cup.
It would turn out to be the 21st and last men’s team trophy in 19 years running the team his wealth transformed from being glamorous but only occasionally competing for the biggest trophies, into one of the most successful in European football.
Abramovich tried to cling onto Chelsea, even as anger over Russia’s unprovoked aggression toward its neighbor intensified, backed not just by loyal fans but club greats including John Terry hailing him as “the best.”
Within hours of the war beginning, Abramovich was accused in the House of Commons of having links to corrupt activity and paying for political influence in Russia. The demands grew for Abramovich to be sanctioned by the British government, which had already thwarted his efforts to regain the visa in recent years, according to a legislator.
Sensing the need to act, Abramovich offered cosmetic changes to the ownership on Feb. 26 with the pledge to relinquish “stewardship and care” of the club to its charitable foundation trustees.
They had not signed off on the plan, though, and the vague proposal did not quell the anger that a man accused of being so closely linked to Russian President Vladimir Putin could retain the ownership of a high-profile status symbol in the heart of London.
Another public play to shield his reputation from Putin’s war came on Feb. 28 when Abramovich’s PR pushed an apparent move for him to broker peace. Abramovich did not condemn the war, and he has yet to do so despite talking about the need to publicly condemn atrocities only two days before the invasion. The rare comments came in a statement launching a new partnership backing the Jerusalem-based Holocaust museum.
“Yad Vashem’s work in preserving the memory of the victims of the Holocaust,” Abramovich said, “is instrumental to ensure that future generations never forget what antisemitism, racism and hate can lead to if we don’t speak out.”
Yet, Abramovich never has practiced what he preached, even as Putin framed the war as one of denazification, falsely called the Ukrainian leadership “Nazis” despite President Volodymyr Zelenskyy being Jewish, and areas were reduced to rubble by Russian bombing and shelling. Yad Vashem suspended its partnership with Abramovich, as did the Imperial War Museum in London, where he funded a Holocaust exhibition and which hosted an event for him hours after the start of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
It was only six days into the invasion when Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss leaked that Abramovich was actually trying to quickly dispose of Chelsea and the club was publicly put up for sale.
“I hope,” Abramovich said, “that I will be able to visit Stamford Bridge one last time to say goodbye to all of you in person.”
A week later, any immediate hopes of returning to London were ended by the government. Sanctions and travel restrictions were placed on Abramovich, his assets were frozen, and Chelsea was allowed to operate only under the terms of a government-issued license until the end of May.
New match tickets couldn’t be sold by Chelsea. Players couldn’t be handed new contracts. Even merchandise stores had to close.
The job of finding a buyer for Chelsea was placed with the New York-based Raine Group merchant bank. An array of prospective investors went public, some seemingly more viable owners than others, before the bank produced a shortlist of four bidders in early April.
The sale ended where it began with Wyss.
The Raine Group — working with Abramovich’s associates on the board leading Chelsea — eventually selected the group featuring Wyss and fronted by Boehly, part-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, with investment from Clearlake Capital.
The sale price was 2.5 billion pounds ($3.2 billion), the most ever for a team in world sports, with the proceeds having to go to a foundation supporting Ukrainian victims of the war. Boehly also had to pledge to invest 1.75 billion pounds ($2.2 billion) in the coming years in the teams and infrastructure.
The final stage of the process encapsulated how laced in politics the process was with approval needed from the British and European authorities that sanctioned Abramovich, ensuring he would not profit from the sale.
It was an unceremonious end to his 19 years as owner.
After buying Chelsea for 140 million pounds in 2003, Abramovich ended up with nothing. Not even a return of the 1.6 billion pounds of loans he had to write off to allow the club to be sold and continue playing.
It was never about money for Abramovich, though. More about status and winning trophies.
“In hindsight, especially with the public profile it would bring me, maybe I would have thought differently about owning a club,” Abramovich was quoted as telling Forbes a year before losing control of Chelsea. “But, at the time, I just saw this incredible game, and that I wanted to be a part of that in one way or another.”
No more, in England at least.
Ultimately, though, the association with Putin that Abramovich spent so long trying to distance himself from cost him the ability to retain the ownership of Chelsea.
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CLARKSTON, Mich. — Legendary guitarist Carlos Santana collapsed on stage Tuesday night during a concert in Michigan due to heat exhaustion and dehydration, the artist’s team announced.
Santana was performing his Blessings and Miracles Tour at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, when he was about four or five songs into his set, sat down in front of the drums and collapsed backward, a concertgoer told TMZ.
A video tweet from Philip Lewis, senior front page editor for the Huffington Post, appears to show the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee waving to the crowd while being helped off the stage.
Michael Vrionis, Santana’s manager, said on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee’s Facebook page that he was taken to the emergency department at McLaren Clarkston for observation and “is doing well.”
“The show with Earth, Wind & Fire for tomorrow July 6th at The Pavilion at Star Lake (formerly the S&T Bank Music Park) in Burgettstown, PA will be postponed to a later date. More details to follow thru Live Nation,” Vrionis stated.
The 74-year-old has ties to the Tijuana, Mexico area after performing as a club musician during his teenage years.
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DENVER, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nickel Road Operating LLC ("Nickel Road") today announced that it has strategically divested a portion of its assets in the Denver-Julesberg ("DJ") Basin to Bayswater Exploration and Production, LLC ("Bayswater"). The assets are positioned next to Bayswater's existing holdings in Weld County and included 2,752 net leasehold acres; 161 mineral acres; 17 producing wells (5 operated, 12 non-operated); working interests in 18 DUCs; and 68 operated well permits.
After this divestiture, Nickel Road will retain the majority of its production and operated drilling and spacing units in the Wattenberg Field, as well as 100 approved permits for extended reach horizontal wells.
"We are pleased with the completion of this transaction," said Andrew Haney, Co-President of Nickel Road. "We are also excited about our 2022 development program and the fairway of opportunities that we have in front of us."
Nickel Road Co-President, Dana Johnson added, "The remainder of our assets are located in the oil-rich Northern Wattenberg Field where there is a concentration of current development activity. Nickel Road has excelled at operational execution in the DJ Basin, and we remain focused on responsible development for all of our stakeholders in Weld County."
Based in Denver, Colorado, Nickel Road is focused on acquiring, leasing, and developing oil and natural gas assets in the Wattenberg Field. The company is supported by an equity commitment from Vortus Investment Advisors, LLC of Fort Worth, Texas.
Nickel Road was advised by Evercore, Shearman & Sterling and Dickie McCamey.
Nickel Road Operating LLC is a Denver-based oil and gas acquisition and development company. Nickel Road was formed in July 2017 by Andrew Haney and Kit Tincher with a capital investment from private investors. The company partnered with Vortus Investment Advisors to grow and develop the position. Nickel Road is currently led by Andrew Haney, Dana Johnson and Kit Tincher. For additional information please visit www.nickelroadoperating.com.
Vortus Investment Advisors, LLC is a Fort Worth-based private equity firm focused on the lower to middle market upstream energy industry in North America. Vortus has an asset-based investment strategy, targeting privately negotiated transactions in the lower to middle market requiring approximately $25 million to $100 million of equity capital in partnership with successful owner/operators. For additional information, please visit www.vortus.com.
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Sri Lanka may be compelled to buy more oil from Russia as the nation faces shortages amid an unprecedented economic crisis, its prime minister has said.
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, in an interview with the Associated Press news agency on Saturday, said he would first look to other sources, but would be open to buying more crude from Moscow.
The country is in the midst of its worst financial crisis in seven decades and severely strapped for dollars to pay for critical imports including food, fuel and medicine.
Long lines, sometimes kilometers long, are a common sight near petrol stations across the country, which has also been hit by rolling power cuts.
While Washington and its allies are trying to cut financial flows supporting Moscow's war effort, Russia is offering its crude at a steep discount, making it extremely enticing to a number of countries.
Wickremesinghe, who is also Sri Lanka's finance minister, also indicated he would be willing to accept more financial help from China, despite the island nation's mounting debts.
Sri Lanka's current predicament was of "its own making", he said, and the war in Ukraine was making it even worse adding that dire food shortages could continue until 2024.
He said Russia had also offered wheat to Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka was also trying to get oil and coal from its traditional suppliers in the Middle East.
Officials are negotiating with private suppliers, but Wickremesinghe said one issue they face is that "there is a lot of oil going around which can be sourced back informally to Iran or to Russia."
Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in late February, global oil prices have skyrocketed.
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Israeli judge’s ruling on Jews who prayed in Al-Aqsa compound ignites controversy
By Atika Shubert, Abeer Salman and Lauren Izso, CNN
A court in Jerusalem has issued a controversial ruling that critics say threatens the fragile agreement regulating access to Jerusalem’s most disputed holy sites.
Israeli Magistrate’s Court Judge Zion Sahrai ruled Sunday that three Jewish youths were not violating security conditions when they recited a Jewish prayer at the contested holy area known to Jews as the Temple Mount and to Muslims as Haram Al-Sharif.
Police had charged all three with security violations for reciting the Shema, banning them from entering Jerusalem’s Old City for 15 days.
Under the so-called Status Quo agreement dating back to Ottoman rule of Jerusalem, only Muslims are allowed to pray inside the Al-Aqsa mosque compound.
Israel and other states agreed to maintain Status Quo access to these holy sites after Israel captured them in the 1967 war.
In his ruling, Judge Sahrai wrote: “In my opinion, it is not possible to say that bowing and reciting prayer — in the circumstances of the case before me — raises a reasonable suspicion of conduct that may lead to a breach of the peace.”
He also explicitly stated that the ruling should not be taken as a decision on the right to Jewish prayer in the area. “I cannot sign my decision without clarifying that it does not interfere with the work of the police in enforcing public order on the Temple Mount in general, nor does it constitute a determination concerning the freedom of worship on the Temple Mount. These matters have not been discussed in this decision.”
The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office said Sunday night: “There is no change, nor is any change planned, on the status quo of the Temple Mount.”
“The Magistrate Court’s decision is focused exclusively on the matter of conduct of the minors brought before it, and does not include a broader determination regarding the freedom of worship on the Temple Mount,” the prime minister’s office said.
Israel’s State Prosecutor is appealing the ruling, and Israeli police issued a statement reiterating that the court decision would not change access to the holy site: “The rules of visiting the place remain the same and the Israel Police will continue to enforce them as they are.”
Nonetheless, the Islamic-Christian Committee of Jerusalem and its Sanctuaries warned that the court decision was a violation of the existing agreement on holy sites: “The Israeli decision constitutes a revolution against the Status Quo in Al-Aqsa Mosque and creates a new situation that paves the way for the legalization of the Jewish presence in Al-Aqsa mosque.”
The Islamic trust charged with administering the compound also issued a condemnation of the ruling, stating that “all these decisions aimed at Judaizing the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque are illegal, imposed by the force of the occupation.”
Some religious nationalist Jewish groups have been demanding access to the Temple Mount area for Jewish prayer. There have been several instances of Jewish visitors conducting prayers in the disputed area, sparking outrage from Muslim authorities and forced removals by Israeli police.
On Monday, far-right Knesset member Itamar Ben Gvir, tweeted a video of two Jewish men in prayer shawls attempting to access the Temple Mount but being turned away by police. In his post, Bengvir cited the court ruling: “This morning, I am very worried about the fate of democracy!!! To my amazement, the police do not respect the decision of the court, which in fact ruled that Jews are allowed to pray on the Temple Mount and that reciting prayers is not a crime. Police are sending a message of anarchy and, unfortunately, are telling youth not to take the judgement seriously. Terrible.”
Tensions are already high in Jerusalem. In what has become a controversial annual event, Jewish religious nationalist groups plan to march past some of the holiest sites in the Old City this week to mark Jerusalem Day, a national holiday in Israel. Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups have threatened to retaliate if the march goes ahead as planned.
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Boat owners cautioned about dangers of E15 before filling up at the pump
DENISON, Texas (KXII) - Boaters are making a splash in Lake Texoma this memorial day weekend.
“We just came out here to get some fish early this morning,” said Ryan Perez, a boat owner.
This summer, no matter where he’s making waves, there’s one thing that won’t change: what he fills his boat up with.
“I’d suggest everybody run on ethanol-free,” said Perez.
While trying to combat the rising cost of gas prices back in April, the federal government lifted a gas restriction prohibiting the sale of gasoline with 15 percent ethanol, or E15, from June to mid-September.
“E15 is not approved by any of the boat engine manufacturers,” said Keith Brown, owner of B&B Service Center. “In fact, if you use E15 and you do damage to your engine, your warranty will be voided.”
Experts warn that E15 can make boat engines run hotter, even increasing the chances of a fire.
“The ethanol portion will actually corrode metal, and it will deteriorate rubber,” said Brown. “It will take water out of the air, and once it gets so much water, it will become saturated, and it becomes heavier than the gasoline, and then the ethanol will drop at the bottom of the gas tank. It’ll run 100 percent ethanol into your engine.”
E15 can often hide behind “regular 88″ or “regular unleaded” labels.
So if there’s not a pump clearly labeled “non-ethanol”, Brown said it is better to ask.
“If they are using E15, get your gas elsewhere,” said Brown.
And if you already made the mistake, he said the drain the tank and start over.
Some boats can take E10 with stabilizers.
According to experts, the best option is to find the ethanol-free pump for smooth sailing all summer long.
“You want to spend more time out here in the water or with your boat in the shop?,” said Perez.
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FBI: Serial bank robber sought for 3 heists in Stark, Summit counties
The FBI is investigating a series of Chase bank robberies in Stark and Summit counties.
Three recent Chase Bank robberies are related, the FBI said Friday, adding that a lone person is behind them.
Canton police:FBI, Canton Police asking for public's help identifying bank robber
According to the FBI, the most recent heist occurred around 3:30 p.m. Thursday at the Chase branch at 4600 Dressler Road NW in Jackson Township.
The robber is described to as being about 6 feet tall with a slender build. He was wearing a black sweatshirt with white stripes, jeans, white shoes, and baseball cap.
The second robbery took place around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Chase Bank at 1401 30th Street NW in Canton.
The man was described as about 6 feet tall with a slender build wearing a black jumpsuit with white stripes, and a baseball cap.
The initial robbery was at 9:55 a.m. June 25 at the Chase branch at 1615 S. Arlington Street in Akron.
That robber was described as approximately 6 feet 2 inches tall with a slender build. He was wearing a black Puma jacket, hat with an unknown design and a surgical mask.
This investigation is continuing. Anyone with any information in regard to these incidents are asked to contact the Canton Police Detective Bureau, at (330) 489-3144 or the FBI tip line at 1-877-FBI-OHIO. Your identity can remain anonymous.
Anonymous tips can also be sent through Tip411 or the Stark County Crimestoppers. Sign up for Tip411 at www.cantonohio.gov/police.
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Google rolls out feature that lets you search using images
Published: Apr. 7, 2022 at 11:51 AM EDT
(CNN) - Google just rolled out a new feature to make it easier for users to search for things that are hard to describe.
On Thursday, the company unveiled a new search option that allows you to combine text and images in a single question.
For example, you can take a picture of a couch, upload it along with the word “chair,” and you’ll be able to find ones that are similar.
A Google executive says the multi-search feature is experimental for now.
It’s available for U.S. users with the lens feature on Google’s mobile app.
At the moment, it’s expected to be used for shopping-related searches.
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Governor's Early Literacy Foundation, in collaboration with Scholastic, expands its K-3 Home Library program to benefit 162,000 teachers and students across Tennessee, marking the first statewide roll-out of an at-home book delivery program for K-3 students
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To combat summer learning loss in Tennessee and support student learning in the home, Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF) today announced the expansion of its K-3 Home Library program to deliver 970,000 books to teachers and students statewide this summer, including every rising first and second grader enrolled in a public school in Tennessee. In collaboration with Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education and media company, 162,000 students and teachers will receive a pack of six high-quality, age-appropriate books and literacy resources. The packs will be delivered directly to the homes of participating students and teachers, at no cost to families or school districts.
Through the K-3 Home Library program, GELF is partnering with 146 school districts and charter schools to deliver books in all 95 Tennessee counties this summer. Children enrolled in a participating school district are signed up to receive the books unless a caregiver chooses to opt them out, making it easy for families to be a part of the program.
The books were selected by GELF's Educator Advisory Council (EAC), a group of 21 diverse Tennessee educators that serve GELF's K-3 initiatives. The EAC also created activity-based resources that are being provided to teachers and parents to help them incorporate the program's books in the classroom and in the home.
Only 32% of Tennessee third graders read proficiently, a 16% decline since 2019. According to the Tennessee Department of Education, Tennessee ranks 31st in the country in fourth grade reading proficiency, a ranking calculated using results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress, better known as the Nation's Report Card.
Third grade reading proficiency is the benchmark where children transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" and is a key indicator for a child's future educational success and workforce readiness. A student not reading at his or her grade level by the end of the 3rd grade is four times less likely to graduate high school on time. Research shows that two to three months of proficiency is lost for students who do not read over the summer, but reading four to six books has the potential to stop, mitigate, or reverse this "summer slide."
A two-decade long study found that the presence of a home library increases children's academic success, vocabulary development, attention and job attainment. Children with as few as 25 books in the home complete an average of two more years of schooling than those with no books.
This is GELF's third year collaborating with Scholastic to deliver books and resources to students and teachers during the summer. Since 2020, GELF's K-3 Home Library program has placed more than 2.1 million books in the homes of more than 205,000 elementary school students and teachers. Books have been delivered in all 95 Tennessee counties, in partnership with 94% of Tennessee school districts.
"We are honored to help bring the first statewide at-home book delivery program for students and teachers to Tennessee," said James Pond, GELF President. "Through the K-3 Home Library program, we are meeting thousands of students where they are with the books and resources they need to combat learning loss and support learning in the home. Our goal is to shine a light on Tennessee as a leader in collaborative early literacy efforts, and we hope other states look to us to help promote a culture of reading inside and outside of the classroom. It's more than books. It's the future of Tennessee."
This announcement kicks off GELF's "Stop the Slide!" campaign to promote a summer of active young readers and combat the proverbial "summer slide."
GELF President James Pond was joined by Chris Hedrick, Senior Vice President of Sales, Scholastic Education Solutions, and children's book author Carmen Agra Deedy at Mayfield Elementary in Cleveland, Tenn. on June 8 to officially kick off the "Stop the Slide!" campaign and announce the expansion of the K-3 Home Library program with participating students and teachers. Carmen Agra Deedy performed a special read-aloud of her book, The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet!, that students will receive through the program, and local mascots helped distribute books to students and teachers in attendance.
"Books can be a source of comfort, learning and joy, and Scholastic is committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to experience all the benefits of reading, including a sense of ownership by having their own home library. We are so proud to be part of this statewide effort in Tennessee and to execute a shared mission in advancing children's literacy with the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation," said Chris Hedrick, Senior Vice President of Sales, Scholastic Education Solutions
The K-3 Home Library program has grown by 403% since 2020 and has quickly become one of GELF's key initiatives. The success of previous collaborations spurred GELF and Scholastic to explore ways to reach even more students this summer.
One educator said, "This is one of the most beneficial initiatives for increasing literacy that I have witnessed as an educator."
One parent said, "My son really enjoyed these books to the point of requesting more books on his own and wanting to pick them out himself, which is new for us."
The K-3 Home Library program is underwritten by the State of Tennessee with key support from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation.
"We recognize the importance of childhood literacy, and we understand that, unfortunately, many Tennessee students may not have access to books, particularly during the summer when school is not in session," said Chelsea Johnson, director of the BlueCross Foundation. "We hope this grant will help get books into the hands of more of our state's children, allowing them to maintain and expand critical reading skills, even when they're not in class."
To help "Stop the Slide!," GELF encourages Tennesseans to join the Foundation's "Booker's Book Club" on social media this summer by posting photos of their children reading with the hashtags #BookersBookClubTN #StoptheSlideTN. For more information, follow @GovEarlyLiteracyTN or visit GovernorsFoundation.org.
Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF) equips Tennessee's children with books and innovative literacy tools that encourage lifelong learning for a brighter future. GELF is a nonpartisan 501c3 driven by a mission to strengthen early literacy in Tennessee by acting as a thought leader, advisor, and catalyst for programs across the state. These programs include Birth-5 Book Delivery through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, K-3 Home Library, Caregiver Engagement, Book Buses, and Storybook Trails. GELF was founded in 2004 by former Gov. Phil Bredesen as a public-private partnership to sustain Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Tennessee. GELF has grown from solely a book-gifting program to an early literacy organization driven by a vision where all Tennessee children have access to the resources, guidance, and support they need to become lifelong learners. For more information, visit www.GovernorsFoundation.org or www.facebook.com/GovEarlyLiteracyTN, or call toll-free at (877) 99-BOOKS.
For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been encouraging the personal and intellectual growth of all children, beginning with literacy. Having earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families, Scholastic is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of literacy curriculum, professional services, and classroom magazines, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates and distributes bestselling books and e-books, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, and other products and services that support children's learning and literacy, both in school and at home. With 15 international operations and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online. Learn more at www.scholastic.com.
The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation organized to promote the philanthropic mission of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. It has awarded $120 million in grants since 2005. The foundation provides funding for the BlueCross Healthy Place program, which creates active, healthy spaces across Tennessee.
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DUBAI, UAE, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The global cryptocurrency exchange, XT.com, is thrilled to announce its token offering expansion and list GRN (G) token with USDT on July 1, 2022, at 10:00 (UTC). The listing solidifies XT.com's position as a market leader by allowing everyone to trade the GRN token on its platform. Meanwhile, the GRN token is by far the newest token available for trading on XT.com.
GRN (G) Token is a peer-to-peer digital asset and native currency of the GRN Grid ecosystem. Moreover, the token uses a PoS consensus mechanism to operate. GRN token, like other XT token functions, can be used to pay for goods and services, trade, stake, and more.
To proactively ignite its users' trading experience, XT.com urges users to start depositing their crypto holdings before and even after June 30, 2022, at 10:00 (UTC) in preparation for trading. As a result, the deposit withdrawal section has been opened, allowing participants to do so hassle-free. As a follow up to the deposit, XT.com has added a GRN token withdrawal section, which will open for everyone on July 2, 2022, at 10:00 (UTC).
Moreover, the token's trading, deposit, and withdrawal services excite XT.com to encourage crypto believers, seasoned crypto enthusiasts, investors, and everyone to trade the GRN token on its platform. Meanwhile, apart from adding trading support for the GRN token, the XT.com team highlighted that more and more tokens are expected to be listed on the platform this year.
Besides making GRN tokens available for trading, Mo Mukarram, XT.com's Head of Marketing, states, "XT.com extends its position as a market leader by listing the GRN token. Our goal for this year is to champion the MENA region when it comes to token listing. We encourage everyone to trade, stake, swap, and execute transactions with GRN token on our platform."
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GRN Grid is a layer 1 decentralised blockchain with a sustainable first approach. The project is initiated by the GRN Association, based in Zug, Swiss.
The project envisions reducing the carbon footprint of the current blockchain industry and expanding upon the decentralised library of tools for businesses and customers. The main goal of this project is to create a sustainable alternative for any company or individual looking forward to adopting blockchain and web3 Technology.
GRN (G) is the native token of GRN Grid and serves multiple use cases within Grid. These use cases include staking, fee payments, and validator incentives.
GRN Grid is an energy-efficient smart contract enabled chain with high performance and low costs. In addition to sustainability, GRN Grid also includes several important features, such as an integrated payment and escrow system, swapping pools, and an encrypted chat between users. GRN Grid actively supports decentralisation and safety due to its unique Proof of Stake v2 (POS2) algorithm.
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Launched in 2018, XT.com is the world's first social infused digital assets trading platform, headquartered in Dubai. It has multiple operation centers across the globe including Singapore and Seoul. With 3+ million registered users, over 300,000+ monthly active users, and 30+ million users in the ecosystem, XT.com strives to cater to its large user base by providing a safe and easy trading experience. The platform currently supports 500+ high-quality currencies and 800+ trading pairs which are accessible to the entire global crypto market.
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NEW YORK, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AXSM).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Axsome between December 30, 2019 and April 22, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until July 12, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Axsome's chemistry, manufacturing, and control ("CMC") practices were deficient with respect to AXS-07, the Company's medicine for the acute treatment of migraine, and its manufacturing process; (ii) as a result, Axsome was unlikely to submit the AXS-07 New Drug Application ("NDA") on its initially represented timeline; (iii) the foregoing CMC issues remained unresolved at the time that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") reviewed the AXS-07 NDA; (iv) accordingly, the FDA was unlikely to approve the AXS-07 NDA; (v) as a result of all the foregoing, Axsome had overstated AXS-07's regulatory and commercial prospects; and (vi) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
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BEIRUT (AP) — They literally run the country.
In parking lots, on flatbed trucks, hospital courtyards and rooftops, private generators are ubiquitous in parts of the Middle East, spewing hazardous fumes into homes and businesses 24 hours a day.
As the world looks for renewable energy to tackle climate change, millions of people around the region depend almost completely on diesel-powered private generators to keep the lights on because war or mismanagement have gutted electricity infrastructure.
Experts call it national suicide from an environmental and health perspective.
“Air pollution from diesel generators contains more than 40 toxic air contaminants, including many known or suspected cancer-causing substances,” said Samy Kayed, managing director and co-founder of the Environment Academy at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon.
Greater exposure to these pollutants likely increases respiratory illnesses and cardiovascular disease, he said. It also causes acid rain that harms plant growth and increases eutrophication — the excess build-up of nutrients in water that ultimately kills aquatic plants.
Since they usually use diesel, generators also produce far more climate change-inducing emissions than, for example, a natural gas power plant does, he said.
The pollutants caused by massive generators add to the many environmental woes of the Middle East, which is one of the most vulnerable regions in the world to the impact of climate change. The region already has high temperatures and limited water resources even without the growing impact of global warming.
The reliance on generators results from state failure. In Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen and elsewhere, governments can’t maintain a functioning central power network, whether because of war, conflict or mismanagement and corruption.
Lebanon, for example, has not built a new power plant in decades. Multiple plans for new ones have run aground on politicians’ factionalism and conflicting patronage interests. The country’s few aging, heavy-fuel oil plants long ago became unable to meet demand.
Iraq, meanwhile, sits on some of the world’s biggest oil reserves. Yet scorching summer-time heat is always accompanied by the roar of neighborhood generators, as residents blast ACs around the clock to keep cool.
Repeated wars over the decades have wrecked Iraq’s electricity networks. Corruption has siphoned away billions of dollars meant to repair and upgrade it. Some 17 billion cubic meters of gas from Iraq’s wells are burned every year as waste, because it hasn’t built the infrastructure to capture it and convert it to electricity to power Iraqi homes.
In Libya, a country prized for its light and sweet crude oil, electricity networks have buckled under years of civil war and the lack of a central government.
“The power cuts last the greater part of the day, when electricity is mostly needed,” said Muataz Shobaik, the owner of a butcher shop in the city of Benghazi, in Libya’s east, who uses a noisy generator to keep his coolers running.
“Every business has to have a backup off-grid solution now,” he said. Diesel fumes from his and neighboring shops’ machines hung thick in the air amid the oppressive heat.
The Gaza Strip’s 2.3 million people rely on around 700 neighborhood generators across the territory for their homes. Thousands of private generators keep businesses, government institutions, universities and health centers running. Running on diesel, they churn black smoke in the air, tarring walls around them.
Since Israel bombed the only power plant in the Hamas-ruled territory in 2014, the station has never reached full capacity. Gaza only gets about half the power it needs from the plant and directly from Israel. Cutoffs can last up to 16 hours a day.
WAY OF LIFE
Perhaps nowhere do generators rule people’s lives as much as in Lebanon, where the system is so entrenched and institutionalized that private generator owners have their own business association.
They are crammed into tight streets, parking lots, on roofs and balconies and in garages. Some are as large as storage containers, others small and blaring noise.
Lebanon’s 5 million people have long depended on them. The word “moteur,” French for generator, is one of the most often spoken words among Lebanese.
Reliance has only increased since Lebanon’s economy unraveled in late 2019 and central power cutoffs began lasting longer. At the same time, generator owners have had to ration use because of soaring diesel prices and high temperatures, turning them off several times a day for breaks.
So residents plan their lives around the gaps in electricity.
Those who can’t start the day without coffee set an alarm to make a cup before the generator turns off. The frail or elderly in apartment towers wait for the generator to switch on before leaving home so they don’t have to climb stairs. Hospitals must keep generators humming so life-saving machines can operate without disruption.
“We understand people’s frustration, but if it wasn’t for us, people would be living in darkness,” said Ihab, the Egyptian operator of a generator station north of Beirut.
“They say we are more powerful than the state, but it is the absence of the state that led us to exist,” he said, giving only his first name to avoid trouble with the authorities.
Siham Hanna, a 58-year-old translator in Beirut, said generator fumes exacerbate her elderly father’s lung condition. She wipes soot off her balcony and other surfaces several times a day.
“It’s the 21st century, but we live like in the stone ages. Who lives like this?” said Hanna, who does not recall her country ever having stable electricity in her life.
Some in Lebanon and elsewhere have begun to install solar power systems in their homes. But most use it only to fill in when the generator is off. Cost and space issues in urban areas have also limited solar use.
In Iraq, the typical middle-income household uses generator power for 10 hours a day on average and pays $240 per Megawatt/hour, among the highest rates in the region, according to a report by the International Energy Agency.
The need for generators has become engrained in people’s minds. At a recent concert in the capital, famed singer Umm Ali al-Malla made sure to thank not only the audience but also the venue’s technical director “for keeping the generator going” while her admirers danced.
TOXIC CONTAMINANTS
As opposed to power plants outside urban areas, generators are in the heart of neighborhoods, pumping toxins directly to residents.
This is catastrophic, said Najat Saliba, a chemist at the American University of Beirut who recently won a seat in Parliament.
“This is extremely taxing on the environment, especially the amount of black carbon and particles that they emit,” she said. There are almost no regulations and no filtering of particles, she added.
Researchers at AUB found that the level of toxic emissions may have quadrupled since Lebanon’s financial crisis began because of increased reliance on generators.
In Iraq’s northern city of Mosul, miles of wires crisscross streets connecting thousands of private generators. Each produces 600 kilograms of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases per 8 hours working time, according to Mohammed al Hazem, an environmental activist.
Similarly, a 2020 study on the environmental impact of using large generators in the University of Technology in Baghdad found very high concentrations of pollutants exceeding limits set by the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency and the World Health Organization.
That was particularly because Iraqi diesel fuel has a high sulphur content — “one of the worst in the world,” the study said. The emissions include “sulphate, nitrate materials, atoms of soot carbon, ash” and pollutants that are considered carcinogens, it warned.
“The pollutants emitted from these generators exert a remarkable impact on the overall health of students and university staff, it said.
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Associated Press writers Samya Kullab in Baghdad, Kareem Chehayeb in Beirut, Salar Salim in Erbil, Iraq, Fares Akram in Gaza City, Gaza and Rami Musa in Benghazi, Libya contributed reporting. | https://cw33.com/technology/ap-technology/ap-in-parts-of-mideast-power-generators-spew-toxic-fumes-24-7/ | 2022-09-12T23:58:39Z |
WILLEMSTAD, Curacao, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Retail Holdings N.V. (Symbol: RHDGF) -- Retail Holdings N.V. ("Retail Holdings" or the "Company") announced that the Retail Holdings Board of Directors has approved a distribution of $0.56 per common Share of the Company. The record date for this distribution will be August 22, 2022 and the payment date for the distribution will be August 24, 2022. The $0.56 distribution will bring total dividends and distributions paid to Shareholders from inception of the dividend/distribution program in 2007 to $38.86.
The $0.56 per Share distribution exceeds 25% of the Company's closing stock price. Consequently, pursuant to FINRA rules, the date on which the Company's shares will begin to trade without the distribution, or ex-distribution, is the first business day following the payment date. The Company anticipates that in accordance with this rule, the ex-distribution date as set by FINRA will be August 25, 2022, the first business day following the payment date for the distribution, which is August 24, 2022. Shareholders who have questions regarding this matter are advised to contact their broker or financial advisor.
The Company is not able at this time to characterize the distribution as to whether it is a return of capital, a dividend, or otherwise for US federal income tax purposes. This will only be ascertained with certainty following the closing of the Company's 2022 year-end accounts, sometime after December 31, 2022.
The distribution is to be funded from Retail Holdings' existing cash balance. For a fuller explanation as to the Company's current status, intentions and likely timetable, including with regard to any future distributions, please see the Chairman's Letter to Shareholders, dated July 25, 2022, posted on the Corporate/Investor, Annual and Periodic Reports section of the Company's website www.retailholdings.com and included with the 2022 Retail Holdings N.V. Proxy Statement mailed to Shareholders.
Additional financial and other information about Retail Holdings N.V. may be found at the Corporate/Investor section of the Company's website: www.retailholdings.com. Price quotations for the Company's shares are available on the "Pink Sheets" quotation services under the symbol "RHDGF".
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MILPITAS, Calif., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KLA Corporation (NASDAQ: KLAC) today announced webcasts for upcoming investor conferences:
- Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022 – 2nd Annual Evercore ISI Technology Conference at 11:00 a.m. ET
- Friday, Sept. 9, 2022 – Citi's 2022 Global Technology Conference at 10:30 a.m. ET
- Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022 – Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference at 10:45 a.m. PT
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The live webcast will be available on the Investor Relations page of KLA's website at http://ir.kla.com/ and a replay of the webcast will be posted after the event.
About KLA:
KLA Corporation ("KLA") develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward. Investors and others should note that KLA announces material financial information including SEC filings, press releases, public earnings calls and conference webcasts using an investor relations website (ir.kla.com). Additional information may be found at: www.kla.com (KLAC-F).
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LOS ANGELES, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Embark Technology, Inc. f/k/a Northern Genesis Acquisition Corp. II ("Embark" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: EMBK) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Investors who purchased the Company's securities between January 12, 2021 and January 5, 2022, inclusive (the ''Class Period''), are encouraged to contact the firm before May 31, 2022.
If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.
We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at bschall@schallfirm.com.
The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.
According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Embark failed to perform appropriate due diligence into Embark Trucks Inc. ("Legacy Embark"). Due to this failure, the Company held no patents and only a few test trucks following the business combination. The Company overstated its technical capabilities and competence. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Embark, investors suffered damages.
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Utah Democrats choose independent as candidate for US Senate
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah Democrats pulling hard to defeat Republican Sen. Mike Lee took the unusual step Saturday of spurning a party hopeful to instead get behind an independent: former presidential candidate Evan McMullin.
Democrats were swayed by calls from prominent members who said McMullin, a conservative who captured a significant share of the vote in Utah in 2016, was the best chance to beat Lee in the deeply conservative state that hasn’t elected a Democratic U.S. senator for more than 50 years.
“I want to represent you. I’m committed to that. I will maintain my independence,” McMullin told Democratic delegates.
Lee also faced two GOP challengers at his party’s nominating conventions. He handily won in front of the right-leaning crowd with over 70% of the vote. But those candidates will still appear on the primary ballot because they used the state’s other path to the primary ballot and gathered signatures.
Former state lawmaker Becky Edwards garnered about 12% of the vote Saturday. Former gubernatorial deputy chief of staff Ally Isom came in third.
Lee’s relationship with former president Donald Trump has been front and center since CNN reported on text messages showing that the senator was involved in early efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, though Lee later pivoted and voted to confirm the election results after no widespread fraud emerged.
“I did my job,” Lee said about the messages. “I did my job the way that I’ve always promised I would go about doing my job.”
McMullin is a former CIA officer ran for president in 2016 and made inroads in the deeply conservative state where where many GOP voters had reservations about then-candidate Trump. Lee himself cast a protest vote for McMullin, though he later became as staunch Trump ally, and the former president has endorsed him.
A Democrat ran for the nomination, Kael Weston, but the pro-McMullin camp ultimately won. It included a prominent Democrats like former Congressman Ben McAdams.
“I know Evan. I trust Evan,” former Congressman Ben McAdams told delegates during the contentious debate, framing McMullin as the best possible chance to unseat Lee.
Republican Party Chair Carson Jorgensen took aim at the Democrats’ decision, arguing it showed a weakness in the other party’s platform. “We as Republicans, now’s our time to shine,” he said. “I don’t know if everyone quite understands the gravity of this.”
Also Saturday, moderate Republican Congressman John Curtis was forced into a primary, coming in second in a crowded field that included a challenger who brought in longtime Trump confidant Roger Stone. The effort didn’t carry candidate Jason Preston beyond the first round of voting, however.
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BEIJING, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality announced today it has signed a hotel management agreement with Shanghai West Bund Development (Group) Co., Ltd. to bring the famous MGM brand to Shanghai West Bund, the high-quality CAZ (Central Activity Zone) that carries the core functions of global cities. As part of the agreement, MGM will provide the full range of its signature artistic and entertainment experiences, as well as its luxury hospitality capabilities to one of the city's most famous international cultural landmarks.
Benefitting from MGM's global leadership in defining entertainment culture, MGM Shanghai West Bund is expected to attract luxury travelers and locals alike with its combination of eye-catching design, illustrious dining options and award-wining spa facilities. The venue will also form the backdrop for a dazzling array of Vegas-inspired entertainment programs – from live performances by famous artists, to exhibitions of globally influential artwork. All attractions will be delivered with MGM's signature guest service, best summed up by the group's "SHOW" acronym, which stands for "Smile and greet the guest," "Hear the guest's story," "Own the experience" and "Wow the guest."
"We're honored that the MGM brand and our China joint venture, Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality, were selected by West Bund Group to operate this premium property in such an iconic zone. I admire the Group's vision to develop the largest art zone in Asia and ultimately to help the city transform into an internationally celebrated capital of culture and arts," said Bill Hornbuckle, CEO and President of MGM Resorts International. "We will leverage our extensive experience and capabilities in entertainment management, art, exhibitions and sports to help MGM Shanghai West Bund deliver the energetic and exciting atmosphere that MGM is known for around the world," he added.
MGM Shanghai West Bund will feature 161 stylish guest rooms and 58 suites, along with an Italian restaurant with its own authentic pizza oven and a curated menu fusing traditional dishes with a modern twist. The hotel's Chinese fine dining restaurant will showcase a range of storied Diaoyutai cuisines, while a rooftop bar will provide stunning river views accompanied by live music. The hotel's spa – one of the biggest in Shanghai – takes its inspiration from its sister operation in Macau, which was famously awarded five stars by Forbes.
"We are delighted to celebrate the signing of MGM Shanghai West Bund with West Bund Group," said Fred Zhou, President and Director of Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality. "This is our first MGM city hotel to be opened in mainland China and our second time to hit the market in one of the most cosmopolitan cities in all of China. This pivotal signing highlights our commitment to expand our portfolio and we are confident that MGM Shanghai West Bund will be the most energetic art and entertainment destination in the city," he added.
Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality currently operates five hotels and three branded residences under various brands of Diaoyutai, MGM, Bellagio by MGM, Mhub by MGM and Diaoyutai MGM Residences in strategic locations throughout China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Sanya and Haikou. With even more landmark hotels set to open soon in Qingdao, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Shanghai, Wuhan and other cities, the signing will further solidify the company's footprint across China.
ABOUT DIAOYUTAI MGM HOSPITALITY
Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality, the joint venture between Diaoyutai State Guesthouse and MGM Resorts International, is a high-end hotel management platform focusing on the development of luxury hotels and resorts, residences, and entertainment experiences, bringing a shared culture of hospitality inherited from the parent company brands to the worldwide stage. With its credo of "Combine to Innovate", Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality is committed to creating a new style of travel and living by combining greatness of the world, aiming to become the world leading travel and living experience group. At present, there are six hotel brands under the umbrella of Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality - Diaoyutai, MGM, Bellagio by MGM, Mirage by MGM, Mhub by MGM and mx by MGM, as well as one residence brand - Diaoyutai MGM Residences. Till now, MGM Grand Sanya in the center of Yalong Bay (2011), Diaoyutai Boutique Hotel Chengdu in Kuanzhai Alley (2014), Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou by the Qianjiang River (2016), Bellagio Shanghai on the North Bund (2018) and Mhub by MGM Nanjing Jiangning at the foot of Fangshan Mountain (2021) have been officially opened. Meanwhile, a number of pipeline hotel projects are undergoing in Shanghai, Qingdao, Shenzhen, Zhuhai and Wuhan, etc. Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality also has several Diaoyutai MGM Residences in gateway cities like Beijing, Hangzhou and Sanya.
For more information, please visit group website: www.dytmgm.com
ABOUT MGM BRAND
Originated from Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the United States, MGM brand belongs to the global entertainment empire MGM Resorts International. Inheriting the century-old legend, MGM believes entertainment is a fundamental human need. Bringing together complementary entertainment and hospitality experiences in a seamless way, MGM orchestrates arts, recreations, cuisine, and spectacles to create a tapestry of energetic, upbeat experiences to deliver on and above the expectations of the passionate connoisseurs. Each MGM hotel is the city's epicenter of energy and enjoyment. At present, MGM hotels are located in many cities around the world, including Las Vegas, Washington D.C., Macau China, Sanya, etc. Meanwhile, more MGM hotels in Shanghai, Qingdao, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Osaka and Dubai will open in the coming years.
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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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SlimFast encourages intermittent fasters to choose smart, simple and tasty options that will support them throughout their fasting journey
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While it's reported that more than 12 million U.S. households practice intermittent fasting1, limited products and resources have been available to support the intermittent fasting approach. Enter SlimFast, a leading global weight management brand, that announced today the first-ever nationally distributed intermittent fasting product line*. Designed to help people feel confident and supported throughout their fasting journey, the collection offers products fit for various lifestyles and fasting goals. With a range of protein shake mixes, hydrating electrolyte drink mixes and complete meal bars – each product can support specific phases, whether it's to help curb hunger, provide nutrients or to provide energy and flavor to the fasting cycle.
"SlimFast is a brand that brings over 40 years of experience in the field of weight management, and we not only have a pulse on the evolving needs of consumers – we are committed to providing a variety of offerings that deliver on need states, taste and accessibility," said Sarah Lombard, senior brand director at SlimFast. "We saw a need for nationally distributed, accessible products that offer solutions to help people before, during and after their fast. These new products will meet people exactly where they are and give them simple, smart and satisfying solutions to successfully practice intermittent fasting."
SlimFast's philosophy of real simple, real tasty, real results comes to life through the offerings in the new intermittent fasting line, which is full of craveable flavors, and several options designed to address specific stages of the eating and fasting zones.
SlimFast Intermittent Fasting Snack Shake Mix*
Fuel up before your fast or as a filling treat in your eating zone
Available in decadent Double Chocolate Cake and Vanilla Cupcake flavors, these delicious shakes are packed with 15g of slow-digesting protein2 and 6 grams of fiber. Formulated with hunger control in mind, these shake mixes can be enjoyed when preparing to fast to help curb hunger — or any time during the allocated eating zone.
SlimFast Intermittent Fasting Energizing Hydration Supplement Drink Mix*
Enjoy anytime during your eating or fasting zone.
- Introducing a tasty beverage alternative to black coffee, water or tea, these fruity drink mixes come in Berry Lemonade and Fruit Punch flavors. Each drink mix3 has zero sugar, one gram of carbs and combines hydrating electrolytes and 100 mg of caffeine from natural sources to help support energy and focus without breaking your fast.
SlimFast Intermittent Fasting Complete Meal Bars*
Strategically break your fast and power the eating cycle
- With two delicious flavors, Chocolate Nut Crunch and Vanilla Almond Crunch, these complete meal bars are packed with nutrition, making them a smart and satisfying way to break the fasting cycle. These convenient and great-tasting complete meal bars are crafted with 15 grams of protein, 10 grams of fiber and 24 vitamins and minerals.
"One of the well understood benefits of intermittent fasting is that it can assist in helping individuals consume less calories, yet there are few options on the market to actually help consumers stay committed to their fasting zones," said Maryann Walsh, registered dietitian and SlimFast consultant. "These new offerings from SlimFast bring consumers easy-to-use, delicious options that support them during their eating and fasting zones, so they can successfully achieve their milestones and feel confident they have the tools to properly practice intermittent fasting."
The new intermittent fasting line can easily complement the SlimFast Plan or be enjoyed alongside a do-it-yourself weight management approach. In addition to setting people up for success through the new offerings, the brand also provides tools such as a supportive community on Facebook, resources online and even an intermittent fasting timer in the SlimFast app.
The SlimFast Intermittent Fasting Protein Shake Mix comes in a 10-serving canister for $16.49, the Energizing Hydration Supplement Drink Mix comes in a 12-count box for $9.99 and the Complete Meal Bars come in 5-count boxes for $9.99. All products are available for purchase online at Walmart.com, SlimFast.com and in-store at Walmart locations nationwide.
For more information on the new SlimFast intermittent fasting product line, as well as other SlimFast products and store locations, please visit slimfast.com.
Part of Glanbia Performance Nutrition, SlimFast was founded to help people achieve their weight loss goals safely, reliably and with ease. Since 1977, the SlimFast plan has helped millions of people around the world lose and manage their weight. The creator of the meal-replacement shake category, SlimFast now features a full assortment of delicious ready-to-drink and shake mixes, snacks and meal replacement bars. SlimFast products can be found in specialty and mass retail stores nationwide and most online retailers. For more information, visit slimfast.com or manage your weight your way through the SlimFast Together App, available on Apple and Google Play. Follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest.
Glanbia Performance Nutrition (GPN) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Glanbia (ISE/LSE: GLAPF), a global nutrition company. GPN's mission is to inspire people everywhere to achieve their performance and healthy lifestyle goals through their leading health and wellness brands including Optimum Nutrition®, SlimFast®, think!®, Isopure®, Amazing Grass® and BSN®, among others. Revenues for GPN in 2021 were approximately $1.4 billion. Visit glanbiaperformancenutrition.com or glanbia.com to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
1 Source: IPSOS Intermittent Fasting Deep Dive (Weight Managers) November 2021 S4
2 Relative to whey protein
3 When consumed with at least 16.9 fl oz water
*Not a low calorie food. See nutrition facts for sugar, calorie, and saturated fat content. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Strengthens Brother's existing commitments and programs dedicated to sustainability
BRIDGEWATER, N.J., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, in advance of Earth Day, Brother International Corporation (Brother) is announcing this new partnership along with a series of Corporate Social Responsibility activities and Environmental Action across the organization – thus strengthening local and global efforts to fight climate change.
Brother is announcing a new partnership with Clean Ocean Action, a leading national and regional voice working to protect waterways using science, as a sponsor of the 37th Annual Beach Sweeps Event. This includes sponsorship of two Covid-compliant beach sweeps events open to the public of New Jersey and a Virtual Lunch and Learn hosted by a Clean Ocean Action representative on Earth Day available to all Brother employees to learn more about protecting our oceans.
In addition, on Earth Day, Brother employees will be making their annual 'Brother Earth Promise,' an individual commitment to help protect the environment, such as addressing pollution by recycling and cutting their use of single-use plastics, amongst other efforts.
"I am proud to see Brother employees rally around our environmental activities and Brother Earth Promise, and I am thrilled to see a collective effort to address the urgent global climate change crisis across our organization," said Don Cummins, President, Brother International Corporation. "While we think globally, we must also act locally, and our sponsorship of Clean Ocean Action activities in New Jersey will help ensure that our own shores are free from ocean plastics and pollution."
Brother's partnership with Clean Ocean Action builds on Brother's existing flagship environmental programs such as their Recycling Program for printers and ink cartridges, employee volunteer activities supporting the Friends of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in New Jersey for the past ten years, a long-standing sponsorship of the Wolf River Conservancy Restoration Series that includes lectures and volunteer events to restore the Wolf River in West Tennessee, and an annual $25,000 donation to the Arbor Day Foundation in support of their mission to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees.
These activities complement Brother's ongoing sustainability commitments, which include A Commitment to Meeting EPEAT Requirements, Brother Product Recycling Program, Brother Toner & Ink Cartridge Recycling Program, Brother's Environmental Management System, ENERGY STAR®-Compliant Products.
Brother considers the environment at all stages of a product's life cycle, from development, design, and manufacturing to use, disposal, and reuse, as the social responsibility of a manufacturing company. In fact, over the past 5 years (2016-2020), carbon emissions across Brother Americas have been reduced by 9.7% and over 30% since 2012. Brother has remanufactured more than 5.5 million toner cartridges (2017-2021) and recycles more than 99% of its waste, with less than 1% of waste going to landfills. Brother has also supported biodiversity conservation and restoration activities across the Americas with $650,000 donated, 159,369 trees planted (US/CAN), and 26,843,750 sq. ft. of rainforest protected in Guatemala through a partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.
"Brother strives to positively and continuously act to decrease the environmental impact and increase the sustainability of our business operations in alignment with the Brother Group globally," says Vickie Berry, Manager of Environmental, Health and Safety. "The Brother Group aims to achieve carbon neutrality in all business operations and minimize CO2 emissions from the entire value chain by 2050 so as to contribute toward creating a carbon-free society."
About Brother International Corporation
Brother International Corporation has earned its reputation as a premier provider of home office and business products, products 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.
Contact
Brother International Corporation USA
Loren Waldron
loren.waldron@brother.com
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PITTSBURGH, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I got tired of standing in line at bars waiting to be served a drink," said the inventor from Mesa, Ariz. "I created this in order to eliminate overcrowded bars and provide convenience when in need of a drink."
She invented THE TURN UP that fulfills the need for a means of providing bar/club patrons with easy access to alcoholic beverages. This device would offer patrons a wide selection of drinks to choose from, allowing them to receive it in a timely manner. This will eliminate the hassle of standing in line at an overcrowded bar and can contribute to great customer satisfaction. Additionally, this would help increase revenues at the establishment and save servers time by allowing customers to obtain their own beverages.
The original design was submitted to the Phoenix sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-PHO-2780, 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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DOVER, Del., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Company announced today that Jeff Householder, president and CEO, Beth Cooper, executive vice president, CFO, treasurer and assistant corporate secretary and Jim Moriarty, executive vice president, general counsel, corporate secretary and chief policy and risk officer of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) will be hosting a live webcast at 12:50 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time) on Tuesday, May 17th during the 2022 AGA Financial Forum. Webcast participants will learn about the projects the Company currently has underway and other strategic initiatives which position the Company for future growth.
To listen to the live webcast, please visit the Events & Presentations section of the Investors page on www.chpk.com and click on the "2022 AGA Financial Forum Presentation" link. Alternatively, you may click the following link: Listen to Webcast. You will be prompted to register for the webcast that will start promptly at 12:50 pm EST where the live audio and slides of the presentation being given will be available.
About Chesapeake Utilities Corporation:
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy delivery company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Chesapeake Utilities Corporation offers sustainable energy solutions through its natural gas transmission and distribution, electricity generation and distribution, propane gas distribution, mobile compressed natural gas utility services and solutions, and other businesses. For more information, visit www.chpk.com.
Please note that Chesapeake Utilities Corporation has no affiliation with Chesapeake Energy, an oil and natural gas exploration company headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
For more information, contact:
Alex Whitelam
Head of Investor Relations
awhitelam@chpk.com
215.872.2507
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- B. Riley Securities, Inc., a leading full service investment bank and subsidiary of B. Riley Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: RILY) ("B. Riley"), today announced it will host its second annual Crypto Conference on Thursday, September 29, 2022 in New York.
B. Riley Securities 2nd Annual Crypto Conference: Miners + Web3 + DeFi will feature public and privately held companies across the digital asset chain in a forum designed for maximum knowledge sharing. Executive management teams from leading operators across blockchain infrastructure, computing, crypto exchanges, decentralized finance (DeFi), hosting, mining, staking and Web3 will engage in-person with investors to provide insight into the next phase of growth for this evolving asset class.
"Our annual Crypto Conference highlights our firm's multidisciplinary approach in serving stakeholders across the crypto economy with each of our participants representing a different angle of the evolving digital asset chain," said Andy Moore, CEO of B. Riley Securities. "Our event aims to serve as a rich forum for institutional investors to gain insight into this ascending asset class directly from leading operators."
Conference highlights include a series of fireside chats moderated by B. Riley's award winning equity research team. Corporate management teams will be available for one-on-one and small group meetings with institutional investors.
Early confirmed participants include:*
Participation is by invitation only and is reserved for clients of B. Riley. Interested participants may contact their B. Riley representative for more information or email conference@brileyfin.com.
B. Riley Securities serves more than 1,100 institutional investors and has become one of the largest underwriters for crypto-related businesses, raising hundreds of millions of dollars for such companies since 2021. To learn more about B. Riley Securities, visit www.brileysecurities.com.
B. Riley Securities provides a full suite of investment banking, corporate finance, advisory, research, and sales and trading services. Investment banking services include initial, secondary and follow-on offerings, institutional private placements, merger and acquisition (M&A) advisory, SPACs, corporate restructuring and recapitalization. B. Riley is nationally recognized and highly ranked for its proprietary small-cap equity research. The firm is a wholly owned subsidiary of B. Riley Financial. Please see www.brileyfin.com/disclosures for disclosures about B. Riley Securities Research.
B. Riley Financial is a diversified financial services platform that delivers tailored solutions to meet the strategic, operational, and capital needs of its clients and partners. B. Riley leverages cross-platform expertise to provide clients with full service, collaborative solutions at every stage of the business life cycle. Through its affiliated subsidiaries, B. Riley provides end-to-end, collaborative financial services across investment banking, institutional brokerage, private wealth and investment management, financial consulting, corporate restructuring, operations management, risk and compliance, due diligence, forensic accounting, litigation support, appraisal and valuation, auction, and liquidation services. B. Riley opportunistically invests to benefit its shareholders, and certain registered affiliates originate and underwrite senior secured loans for asset-rich companies. B. Riley refers to B. Riley Financial, Inc. and/or one or more of its subsidiaries or affiliates. For more information, please visit www.brileyfin.com.
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Media Inquiries
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press@brileyfin.com
(646) 885-5425
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conference@brileyfin.com
(818) 746-9524
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3 children die in Louisiana house fire
Published: Sep. 16, 2022 at 12:45 PM EDT|Updated: 25 minutes ago
GRETNA, La. (WVUE/Gray News) - Three siblings have died after a house caught fire in Louisiana, according to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office.
The fire broke out around 9: 30 a.m. Friday in Gretna.
A 15-year-old girl was pronounced dead on the scene. Officials said a 7-year-old and a 3-year-old were rushed to the hospital where they both died from their injuries.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. Several agencies responded to the scene.
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Featuring Uzumaki Cepeda, Gabriela Ruiz, and Randijah Simmons
LOS ANGELES, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Smashbox Cosmetics announces Smashbox Open Studios, a residency program supporting artists who seek to redefine today's beauty standards.
Launching from the world-renowned Smashbox Studios in Los Angeles, the four-week incubator provides artists with premium resources to create, in tandem with a physical space to develop and showcase their work. The program culminated in a group show at Smashbox Studios, where the cohort unveiled three new projects that push boundary-breaking beauty standards across cultures, generations, and genders.
The three artists invited to participate in the inaugural residency are Uzumaki Cepeda, who creates faux-fur environments designed as safe havens for communities of color; Gabriela Ruiz, a mixed media artist who works with vibrant color palettes to explore ideas of self, home, and environment; and Randijah Simmons, a photographer and co-founder of community creative studio The Babe Cave LA.
"I wanted to create a culture. Not just a studio. I didn't want to exclude anybody. I wanted to plant a seed so people could grow, and that meant everyone was welcome."
– Davis Factor, Founder and SVP of Global Creative at Smashbox Cosmetics
Each artist received a grant to invest in materials, tools, and resources to bring their visionary projects to life. Additionally, participants were invited to take advantage of the brand's incredible breadth of resources:
SMASHBOX STUDIO SPACE & GEAR
Artists had access to various Smashbox Studios services and tools such as: lighting equipment, photography equipment, and studio space.
SMASHBOX EXPERTISE & MENTORSHIP
Artists were also introduced to Smashbox Cosmetics veterans who provided guidance on photography, lighting, branding and design, and makeup in science and practice, including:
Davis Factor, Smashbox Cosmetics & Studios Founder; Smashbox Cosmetics Head of Global Creative
Lori Taylor Davis , Smashbox Cosmetics Global Lead Pro Artist
Gabriel Eid, Smashbox Cosmetics & Glam Glow Vice President/Global Creative Director
Jill Tomandl, Smashbox Cosmetics Vice President of Product Development, Innovation & Brand Sustainability
Brad Lansill, Smashbox Photographer
ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Smashbox will continue to share content across its social media that encapsulates artists' projects, their communities, and their journeys in evolving beauty standards.
GROUP SHOW
To further engage diverse communities and audiences, artists presented their final projects in a celebratory group show at Smashbox Studios on March 31, 2022.
MEET THE OPEN STUDIOS ARTISTS
UZUMAKI CEPEDA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uzumaki.gallery/
Bronx-born artist Uzumaki Cepeda has risen to cultural prominence through a consistent visual language that creates soft spaces for people of color. As a first-generation Dominican-American, Uzumaki's work examines safety, comfort, and agency through the lens of those often left unprotected in public life and policy. Using faux fur and spanning sculpture, painting, and installation, she creates havens for her community to see themselves in moments of comfort.
THE PROJECT
For her Smashbox Open Studios project, Uzumaki built a walk-in installation featuring a fur-covered vanity and self-portrait series that explores her own beauty ideals.
RANDIJAH SIMMONS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yungdij/
Self-taught photographer Randijah Simmons has built an expansive practice on seeing the beauty in her community through a unique lens. Raised in South Central LA, Randijah's experience as a photographer, set designer, and creative director laid the foundation for The Babe Cave, a safe and affordable workspace and community for all to create images, and support their peers in doing the same.
THE PROJECT
Randijah's project, a portrait series combining real and surreal imagery, countering decades-long practices of erasure of Black women and voices, by exploring the innovation and evolution of Black beauty.
GABRIELA RUIZ
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielaxruiz/
Gabriela Ruiz is a self-taught artist whose practice spans sculpture, video, painting, and design. Combining vibrant colors and textures with found objects and industrial material, Gabriela creates installations that explore notions of home, self, and environment. Drawing on her childhood and heritage, her work reflects the DIY work ethic she was raised under, the vibrancy of Mexican cultural and artistic traditions, and her early exposure to subculture and fantasy as a means to escape reality.
THE PROJECT
An exploration of Brown hyper-surrealism, Gabriela's collection of portraits reimagined beauty ideals from an altered point of view. Building out a unique set for each portrait, she created a canvas for her subjects to take on colorful new personas.
ABOUT DAVIS FACTOR
The great-grandson of cosmetic legend Max Factor, Davis Factor was raised in the family business. At the age of 10, a visit to the set of a Max Factor shoot left Davis intrigued with the creative process, from hair and makeup prep to styling and shooting. He received his first camera at 13 and began shooting everything that caught his eye. The passions that capture his imagination today were the source of inspiration at an early age: As a teenager, Davis felt right at home shooting celebrities behind the scenes using his family's products on beauty shoots.
His early experiences led Davis to the Art Center, where he honed in on his craft. After working fashion shoots in Paris, Davis landed his first job with Seventeen, shot at Industria Super Studio in New York. The creative atmosphere of the shoot prompted an epiphany: Davis realized that he wanted to create a comparable space in his hometown of Los Angeles. In 1990, Smashbox Studios was born.
A Warhol-esque environment, Smashbox Studios offered a space where artists could create and feel at home. Davis went on to find a modeling agency, beauty agency, and ultimately Smashbox Cosmetics. Through his dedication to art and creative expression, Davis has become a leader in turning Los Angeles into an epicenter of photography.
His work has appeared in Allure, Esquire, L'uomo Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, Italian Vogue and Vanity Fair. Davis has created advertising campaigns for Smashbox Cosmetics, Maybelline, Pepsi, American Express, Guess, Candies, and Mercedes-Benz amongst others.
Since selling Smashbox to the Estée Lauder Companies, Davis has served as head of Global Creative for Smashbox Cosmetics. He is currently working on his first book and show with Fahey Klien, which will provide a glimpse into his journey as a photographer, entrepreneur, and creative pioneer.
ABOUT SMASHBOX COSMETICS
"Everything carries out of the studio into reality." – Davis Factor
Born in a Los Angeles photo studio in 1990 by acclaimed photographer Davis Factor, Smashbox very quickly became a creative hub for world-class photographers, actors, models and musicians. The creative energy on set showed no signs of slowing down – except when the team had to stop for makeup touch ups. In 1996, Smashbox Cosmetics was officially born.
In 2000, Davis created Photo Finish, our original long-lasting primer. Now a cult-favorite, it was made to withstand any type of light, camera, continuous movement, and work hard all day to keep makeup looking better, longer.
Today, we go beyond the studio to create high performance, cruelty-free color cosmetics, which are developed, tested, and vetted by our hard-working crew – all made to keep up with anything life throws at you.
Additional information may be found at smashbox.com | Instagram: @smashboxcosmetics | Twitter: @smashbox | YouTube: www.youtube.com/SmashboxCosmetics
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BLOOMINGTON, Minn., May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ConvergeOne, the preeminent services-led provider of cloud, collaboration, and digital modernization solutions, today announced that it has been awarded the 2022 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal is a first-of-its-kind workplace mental health certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for their employees.
The Bell Seal recognizes employer advances in workplace mental health by awarding Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum recognition levels. ConvergeOne underwent a rigorous evaluation of its policies and practices in four areas: workplace culture, benefits, compliance, and wellness programs. ConvergeOne's status as a Gold Bell Seal-certified organization demonstrates its ongoing commitment to employee mental health and wellbeing.
"ConvergeOne is honored to receive the Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health from Mental Health America, as it is a testament to our positive work culture and our focus on the wellbeing of our team members," said John A. McKenna Jr., Chairman and CEO, ConvergeOne. "At ConvergeOne, we strive to connect people with purpose, and that begins within our own organization. We encourage our team members to build connections with each other, our customers, their community, and their work so they can live their purpose and develop their full potential."
Founded in 1909, MHA is the nation's leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the overall mental health of all. MHA has spent decades researching mental health in the workplace, and in 2019, MHA introduced the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health to recognize companies and organizations that understand the value of addressing mental health at work and implement policies and practices that support employee wellbeing.
To learn more about the ConvergeOne award recognition please visit https://www.convergeone.com/careers.
About ConvergeOne
ConvergeOne is a proven, services led cloud and applications solution provider that utilizes its intellectual property and unique methodologies to create value for customers and develop progressive solutions that connect people with purpose. Over 14,000 enterprise and mid-market customers trust ConvergeOne to achieve their business outcomes with cloud, collaboration, enterprise networking, data center and cybersecurity solutions. Our investments in cloud infrastructure and professional and managed services provide transformational opportunities for customers to achieve financial and operational benefits with leading technologies. Our 2021 NPS of 80, placing us in the World Class category for the fourth consecutive year, is a testament to our ability to provide customers with the highest level of customer satisfaction, responsiveness and expertise. ConvergeOne has partnerships with more than 300 global industry leaders, including Dell Technologies, AWS, Avaya, Cisco, IBM, Genesys, and Microsoft to customize specific business outcomes. We deliver solutions with a total lifecycle approach, including strategy, design and implementation with professional, managed and support services. ConvergeOne holds more than 5,600 technical certifications across hundreds of engineers throughout North America, including three Customer Success Centers. More information is available at convergeone.com.
ConvergeOne Media Contact:
Gabrielle Lukianchuk, Vice President, Marketing, ConvergeOne
678.781.0937
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FUZHOU, China, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacplus started with the highly concentrated, cost-effective, and energy-efficient toilet bowl cleaner in 2018, on a mission to produce products that align every aspect from reusable packaging to sustainable ingredients with environmental standards. Following the success of the toilet bowl cleaner series, which has sold 555,964 units worldwide since its launch, Vacplus has added a new product line of daily household cleaning supplies, including laundry detergent sheets and bottle cleaner, to make it easier for more people to embrace an eco-conscious lifestyle. The Vacplus team is committed to developing effective and affordable cleaning products while seeking to optimize every Vacplus product for quality and environmental impact.
Household cleaning supplies could be part of the solution to protect the environment. Vacplus has held a firm belief since the first generation of toilet bowl cleaner to create products in a more sustainable way by reducing plastic waste to minimize the amount of disposable plastic poisoning food and water supply. The toilet bowl cleaner comes in 100% recyclable packaging, including a recycled paper box and individual aluminum packs for each tablet, which completely replaces single-use plastics. The bottle cleaner tablets are then packaged in no-frills recyclable paper pouches, which are considered more environmentally friendly. Up to 95% of Vacplus products adhere to the principle of zero plastic packaging in an effort toward reducing plastic waste that would otherwise end up in landfills and oceans, with the goal of eventually eliminating the use of plastic.
The latest Vacplus release - bottle cleaner which has been certified as Climate Pledge Friendly - features a highly concentrated formula, which not only makes it effective in performance but also lighter to lessen carbon emissions during product distribution. The idea of highly concentrated formula has helped Vacplus to make concerted efforts to reduce carbon emissions since the introduction of Vacplus toilet cleaner to the market. Furthermore, Vacplus strikes a balance between efficiency and sustainability when developing products by diligently searching for new, effective, and sustainable alternative ingredients. The bottle cleaner, as a result, is made with plant-based and planet-friendly ingredients, that are free from fluorine, bleacher, and other harsh chemicals, making it a qualified eco-responsible cleaning choice. The Vacplus ingredient standards apply to laundry detergent sheets, not only the bottle cleaner. Each sheet contains naturally derived ingredients that have been MSDS-certified as safe. The formula is free of phosphates, optical brighteners, and bleachers, which makes it gentle and safe for use in baby laundries. When compared to traditional liquid laundry detergent, Vacplus laundry detergent sheets contain less water, which helps to preserve water resources and lower the carbon footprint during the manufacturing and shipping processes.
At the same time, the performance of Vacplus products has been proven by over 560K customers worldwide. Vacplus strives to work with the environment without compromising quality. As a brand that emphasizes customer satisfaction, Vacplus fully understands that customer feedback is a valuable source of information at all stages of product development. Vacplus has invited over 600 loyal customers to join the brand community, which serves as a customer connection hub. Before releasing any product, Vacplus assembles all loyal community members for product beta testing. Customer feedback is applied to validate product concepts, features, and real-world demands during the early stages of product development, and feedback is incorporated into the whole development process until the product is released.
Vacplus prioritizes human and environmental health, from zero plastic packaging to sustainable ingredients, while navigating product development with customer feedback. Vacplus provides an earth-friendly and effective alternative for those concerned about their environmental impact. Everyone has the ability to make a difference to the environment at home. Change begins with environmentally responsible products.
For more information: https://www.vacpluslab.com/
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Since its inception in 2018, Vacplus has worked to provide customers with eco-responsible and affordable home cleaning supplies as a movement to protect the environment. To improve product efficiency, Vacplus has been developing highly concentrated cleaning supplies for long-lasting use. When compared to products that use disposable plastic packaging, Vacplus has saved 90% on energy consumption, 70% on shipping, and 93% on plastic usage.
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MIDLAND, Texas, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Warrior Technologies Acquisition Company (NYSE: WARR) (the "Company") today announced that it has cancelled its special meeting of stockholders that was previously scheduled for 10:00 AM EST on August 31, 2022, and that, due to its inability to complete an initial business combination within the time period required by its Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation (the "Amended Charter"), the Company intends to dissolve and liquidate in accordance with the provisions of its Amended Charter, effective as of the close of business on September 2, 2022, and will redeem all of the outstanding shares of Class A common stock that were included in the units issued in its initial public offering (the "Public Shares"), at a per-share redemption price of approximately $10.01.
As of the close of business on September 2, 2022, the Public Shares will be deemed cancelled and will represent only the right to receive the redemption amount.
In order to provide for the disbursement of funds from the trust account, the Company has instructed the trustee of the trust account to take all necessary actions to liquidate the securities held in the trust account. The proceeds of the trust account will be held in a non-interest bearing account while awaiting disbursement to the holders of the Public Shares. Record holders will receive their pro rata portion of the proceeds of the trust account by delivering their Public Shares to Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company, the Company's transfer agent. Beneficial owners of Public Shares held in "street name," however, will not need to take any action in order to receive the redemption amount. The redemption of the Public Shares is expected to be completed within ten business days after September 2, 2022.
The Company's sponsor has agreed to waive its redemption rights with respect to its outstanding Class B common stock issued prior to the Company's initial public offering. There will be no redemption rights or liquidating distributions with respect to the Company's warrants, which will expire worthless.
The Company expects that the New York Stock Exchange will file a Form 25 with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") to delist the Company's securities. The Company thereafter expects to file a Form 15 with the Commission to terminate the registration of its securities under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's registration statement and prospectus for the offering filed with the SEC. Copies are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.
Contacts:
Investor Contact:
H.H. "Tripp" Wommack III
Email: tripp@warr-wtac.com
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HOUSTON, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Motiva Enterprises LLC ("Motiva") announced today the expiration of the previously announced cash tender offer (the "Offer") for any and all of its outstanding 6.85% senior notes due January 15, 2040 (CUSIP Nos. 61980AAD5 (144A) and U61999AC9 (Reg. S)) (the "Notes"). The Offer was made on the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase, dated September 6, 2022 (the "Offer to Purchase"), and the related Notice of Guaranteed Delivery attached to the Offer to Purchase (the "Notice of Guaranteed Delivery"). The Offer to Purchase and the Notice of Guaranteed Delivery are referred to herein collectively as the "Offer Documents."
As of the expiration of the Offer at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on September 12, 2022 (the "Expiration Date"), $326,733,000, or 32.67%, of the $1,000,000,000 aggregate principal amount of the Notes had been validly tendered and delivered (and not validly withdrawn), and an additional $100,000 aggregate principal amount of the Notes had been submitted pursuant to the guaranteed delivery procedures described in the Offer Documents and remain subject to the delivery of the underlying Notes. Payment for the Notes tendered through The Depository Trust Company's Automated Tender Offer Program will be made on September 14, 2022 (the "Settlement Date"), and payment for the Notes tendered pursuant to the guaranteed delivery procedures is expected to be made on September 16, 2022.
As previously announced, the "Tender Offer Consideration" is $1,012.56 for each $1,000 principal amount of the Notes, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the Settlement Date, payable on the Settlement Date. For the avoidance of doubt, accrued interest will cease to accrue on the Settlement Date for all Notes accepted for purchase in the Tender Offer, including Notes tendered pursuant to the guaranteed delivery procedures described in the Offer Documents.
J.P. Morgan Securities LLC acted as the dealer manager for the Offer.
This press release does not constitute an offer to buy or a solicitation of an offer to sell any Notes. The Offer is being made solely pursuant to the Offer Documents. The Offer is not being made to holders of Notes in any jurisdiction in which the making or acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities, blue sky or other laws of such jurisdiction. In any jurisdiction in which the securities laws or blue sky laws require the Offer to be made by a licensed broker or dealer, the Offer will be deemed to be made on behalf of Motiva by J.P. Morgan Securities LLC or one or more registered brokers or dealers that are licensed under the laws of such jurisdiction.
About Motiva
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Motiva refines, distributes, and markets petroleum products throughout the Americas. The company's Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex is comprised of North America's largest refinery (with a crude capacity of 630,000 barrels a day), the country's largest base oil plant, and an adjacent chemical plant. Under exclusive, long-term brand licenses with Shell and Phillips 66 (for the 76® brand), Motiva's marketing operations support more than 5,000 retail gasoline stations. Motiva, a Delaware limited liability company, is wholly owned by Aramco.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements herein or in the Offer Documents are "forward-looking statements," which are generally identifiable by words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "intend," "likely," "may," "plan," "position," "possible," "potential," "probable," "project," "should," "strategy," "will," or similar language. Forward-looking statements reflect Motiva's views based on historical results, current information and assumptions related to future developments. Except as may be required by law, Motiva undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made herein or in the Offer Documents. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or implied by the forward-looking statements. Please refer to the "Forward-Looking Statements" and "Risk Factors" sections in the Offer to Purchase for a description of these and other risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or implied by the forward-looking statements.
Investor Relations Contact:
Joan Wu, Treasurer
e-mail: motiva-debt@motiva.com, or
Reginald Hart, Treasury Manager (713) 427-3202
e-mail: motiva-debt@motiva.com
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MOJAVE, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stratolaunch announces the completion of its sixth flight test of Roc, the world's largest flying aircraft. The aircraft flew for 1 hour and 26 minutes over the Mojave Desert and reached an altitude of 15,000 feet (45720 m).
The sixth flight focused on continuing Roc's flight envelope expansion with the recent addition of the pylon on the aircraft's center wing. The pylon, comprised of a mini-wing and adapter, will be used to safely carry and release reusable, rocket-powered Talon-A hypersonic vehicles.
During the test program, the team encountered results that determined they would not complete the full set of test objectives. Therefore, the team focused on accomplishing:
- Continued validation of the aircraft's general performance and handling characteristics, with the addition of the recently installed pylon hardware
- Continued validation of landing gear operations including door functionality, and alternate gear extension
"Today's flight builds on previous successful flights and hardware enhancements," said Dr. Zachary Krevor, Stratolaunch Chief Executive Officer and President. "We will leverage this flight experience as we complete integrated testing in the coming months and prepare for Talon-A test flights."
The Stratolaunch team recently integrated the TA-0 separation test vehicle with the carrier aircraft for the first time, signaling a priority push toward captive carry and separation testing happening later this year. The team is also making steady progress on system integration its first hypersonic flight test vehicle, TA-1 and on the fabrication of a third vehicle, TA-2, the first fully reusable hypersonic test vehicle. The company anticipates delivering hypersonic flight services to government and commercial customers in 2023.
Stratolaunch's mission is to advance high-speed technology through innovative design, manufacturing, and operation of world-class aerospace vehicles. For the latest news and information, visit www.stratolaunch.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Ethiopia’s leader reported a massacre Monday allegedly by rebels in a restive region where a rebel group opposed to his government is accused of targeting civilians amid fighting with government troops.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s office didn’t provide fatality figures, but the Amhara Association of America told The Associated Press, quoting sources on the ground, that it believes between 150 to 160 people might have been killed in the attacks.
The AP wasn’t able to independently verify casualty figures by the association, which said ethnic Amhara people were targeted and the killings started early in the day.
“Shene group members fleeing from attacks by (government) security forces are inflicting danger on citizens in West Wellega,” Abiy said in a tweet Monday, adding operations are underway to chase the rebels. “Citizens in the Oromia region’s Qellen Wellega area have come under a massacre.”
The prime minister’s announcement came three weeks after hundreds of civilians belonging to the Amhara community were killed in the same region in attacks blamed on the OLA, which the government refers to as Shene. The rebel group denied that accusation, instead accusing government forces and a local militia of carrying out the attacks.
Phone communication into the remote area has been cut since midday.
The killings will pile pressure on Abiy’s government to do more to protect civilians as a wave of ethnic unrest persists in Africa’s second most populous country. Attacks targeting minorities living across the country have increased in recent years because of political, historical, and ethnic tensions.
Ethnic Amhara, the second-largest ethnic group in Ethiopia but a minority in other regions, have been targeted repeatedly.
Several dozen were killed in attacks in the Benishangul Gumuz and Oromia regions over the past three years alone. Last month, witnesses told the AP that more than 400 civilians were killed in a June 18 attack against ethnic Amhara in the Oromia region’s Tole area. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ethiopia-leader-reports-new-massacre-in-oromia-region/ | 2022-07-05T19:32:15Z |
ATLANTA – Secretary Brad Raffensperger has joined election officials across the country in recognizing September as National Voter Registration Month ion Georgia.
In preparation for the upcoming November election, the Secretary of State’s office is encouraging all eligible voters to register to vote, all registered voters to ensure their registration is accurate and up-to-date, and all interested Georgia voters to consider serving as poll workers.
Raffensperger encouraged all eligible Georgians to celebrate National Voter Registration Month by registering to vote or by updating their current registration.
“Georgia’s record-breaking turnout reflects both the confidence and enthusiasm of voters across the state,” the Georgia secretary of state said. “I encourage all eligible Georgians to register to vote and all already registered voters to go to the Secretary of State’s My Voter Page to ensure that their information is accurate and up-to-date.
"The first step in making your voice heard in November’s election is registering to vote, and Georgia is nationally-recognized as having some of the best processes for voter registration in the country.”
The National Association of Secretaries of State established September as National Voter Registration Month in 2002 as a nonpartisan means of encouraging voter participation and increasing awareness about state requirements and deadlines for voting. During the month, Sept. 20 will be highlighted by NASS as National Voter Registration Day.
To register in Georgia, visit My Voter Page. The deadline to register for the Nov. 8 General Election is Oct. 11.
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LONDON, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE:IGT) ("IGT") today announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of iSoftBet, a leading igaming content provider and third-party game aggregator, for approximately €160 million in cash.
The acquisition more than doubles the IGT PlayDigital content library to approximately 225 proprietary games, in addition to providing a world-class, proprietary game aggregation platform to distribute third-party games, and leading data-driven promotional and user-engagement tools.
Oakvale Capital LLP acted as lead financial advisor to IGT. Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz served as legal advisor to IGT and KPMG LLP acted as tax and financial due diligence advisor to IGT.
M. Firon & Co. and Wiggin LLP served as legal advisor to iSoftBet. BDO Israel acted as independent registered public accounting and tax firm of iSoftBet.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking statements (including within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) concerning International Game Technology PLC and its consolidated subsidiaries (the "Company") and other matters. These statements may discuss goals, intentions, and expectations as to future plans, trends, events, dividends, results of operations, or financial condition, or otherwise, based on current beliefs of the management of the Company as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, such management. Forward-looking statements may be accompanied by words such as "aim," "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "could," "would," "should," "shall", "continue," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "future," "guidance," "intend," "may," "will," "possible," "potential," "predict," "project" or the negative or other variations of them. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which such statements are made and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside the Company's control. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may differ materially from those predicted in the forward-looking statements and from past results, performance, or achievements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on such statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include (but are not limited to) the factors and risks described in the Company's annual report on Form 20-F for the financial year ended December 31, 2021 and other documents filed from time to time with the SEC, which are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov and on the investor relations section of the Company's website at www.IGT.com. Except as required under applicable law, the Company does not assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements. You should carefully consider these factors and other risks and uncertainties that affect the Company's business. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. All subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements attributable to International Game Technology PLC, or persons acting on its behalf, are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
Contacts
Phil O'Shaughnessy, Global Communications, toll free in U.S./Canada +1 (844) IGT-7452 and outside U.S./Canada +1 (401) 392-7452
Francesco Luti, Italian media inquiries, +39 06 5189 9184
James Hurley, Investor Relations, +1 (401) 392-7190
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HONOLULU, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NYSE:ALEX) (A&B) announced today that its management team will participate in Bank of America Securities 2022 Global Real Estate Conference in New York. Investor material for the conference scheduled for September 13–14, 2022 may be accessed on the Company's website at www.alexanderbaldwin.com.
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NYSE: ALEX) (A&B) is the only publicly-traded real estate investment trust to focus exclusively on Hawai'i commercial real estate and is the state's largest owner of grocery-anchored, neighborhood shopping centers. A&B owns, operates and manages approximately 3.9 million square feet of commercial space in Hawai'i, including 22 retail centers, 12 industrial assets and four office properties, as well as 141 acres of ground leases. A&B is expanding and strengthening its Hawai'i CRE portfolio and achieving its strategic focus on commercial real estate by monetizing its remaining non-core assets. Over its 150-year history, A&B has evolved with the state's economy and played a leadership role in the development of the agricultural, transportation, tourism, construction, residential and commercial real estate industries. Learn more about A&B at www.alexanderbaldwin.com.
Contact:
A&B Investor Relations
(808) 525-8475
investorrelations@abhi.com
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– Clinicians agree that evidence supports testing benefits for all –
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Invitae (NYSE: NVTA), a leading medical genetics company, joined other clinical experts in releasing a new commentary in Journal of Clinical Oncology Precision Oncology, underscoring the importance of universal germline testing for all patients with cancer (solid tumors). The paper reports a meta-analysis of multiple clinical publications supporting universal testing, independent of age, stage, family history or type of cancer. It reports that for cancer types such as pancreatic and ovarian where universal genetic testing is already recommended, 13% and 20% of patients (respectively) have identifiable actionable heritable gene mutations,2. In comparison, the actionable inherited gene mutation rate for patients with other cancer types is similar: breast 11%, endometrial 13%, prostate 14%, kidney 13%, bladder 14%, testicular 13%, colorectal 13%, liver 14%, and stomach 14%.
Furthermore, it reports that between 5-13% of patients with cancer with heritable gene mutations are missed by current restrictive testing guidelines and are unable to benefit from associated precision treatment and clinical trial benefits. First, allowing all patients to receive germline testing, without restrictive guidelines, affords patients access to precision therapies, clinical trials and other risk reducing interventions that can improve outcomes, and even extend overall patient survival1. Second, genetic testing informs surveillance and risk reduction for future cancers in patients already affected by cancer. Third, cascade testing helps alert their family members of an increased risk for cancer, so they too can then take advantage of monitoring and risk reducing interventions. Consistent with the Cancer Moonshot 2.0 and the President's Cancer Panel report 2022, the expert consensus concludes that current evidence supports the implementation of universal germline genetic testing for all patients with cancer (solid tumors).
"This consensus from nationally recognized, cancer genetics clinical experts reinforces the current guidelines that universal genetic testing be offered in all patients with ovarian and pancreatic cancer and either be offered or considered in all patients with colorectal," said Ed Esplin, MD, PhD, FACMG, FACP, clinical geneticist at Invitae. "More importantly, this is a call to all guidelines committees, insurer medical policy makers and the President's Cancer Moonshot Cabinet to make universal genetic testing available to potentially reduce mortality and improve the lives of all patients with cancer."
The collaborative commentary included experts from the Carolina Urologic Research Center, City of Hope, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Mayo Clinic and Invitae.
"The PROCLAIM study demonstrates the clinical utility of universal germline genetic testing in patients with prostate cancer. Current NCCN guidelines preclude some prostate cancer patients from receiving germline testing, thus depriving these patients of the potential to receive precision-based therapies and specific clinical trial eligibility, while perpetuating healthcare disparities among historically underrepresented populations. The PROCLAIM data supports universal genetic testing for prostate cancer patients. We should expeditiously eliminate barriers to gene-based precision therapies to optimize patient outcomes and accelerate equitable access to care," said Neal Shore, MD, urologist and medical director, Carolina Urologic Research Center.
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020.
Worldwide, there were an estimated 18.1 million new cases of cancer in 2018, with one in four men and one in five women developing the disease. In addition, there were 43.8 million persons living with cancer in 2018 who were diagnosed within the last five years.
"The INTERCEPT study has shown the prevalence and clinical utility of germline genetic testing is virtually the same across 14 cancer types, even those cancers not traditionally considered hereditary. This data supports universal genetic testing not only for colorectal cancer, but patients with all cancer types, to potentially improve their treatment and future cancer prevention for them and their family members," said Jewel Samadder, MD, enterprise co-leader precision/individualized cancer medicine, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Restrictive guidelines can lead to disparities in cancer care. Offering germline genetic testing to all patients with cancer at diagnosis may help reduce inequities in cancer care by expanding access for all patients to precision therapy or clinical treatment trials.
"The prevalence of pathogenic variants in cancer susceptibility genes for which there are management guidelines is similar among patients with all types of solid tumors, therefore, it does not makes sense that current guidelines only recommend germline genetic testing for all patients with ovarian, pancreatic, and recently, colorectal cancers. This information has the potential to affect the treatment of these individuals' current cancers. In addition, it has the potential to allow for the prevention or early detection of future cancers in both these patients and their family members," said Heather Hampel, MS, CGC, professor, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research, City of Hope.
About Invitae
Invitae Corporation (NYSE: NVTA) is a leading medical genetics company, whose mission is to bring comprehensive genetic information into mainstream medicine to improve healthcare for billions of people. Invitae's goal is to aggregate the world's genetic tests into a single service with higher quality, faster turnaround time and lower prices. For more information, visit the company's website at invitae.com.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements relating to the potential benefits of universal genetic testing for all patients with cancer; and that restrictive guidelines can lead to disparities in cancer care. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially and reported results should not be considered as an indication of future performance. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the company's history of losses; the company's ability to compete; the company's failure to manage growth effectively; the company's need to scale its infrastructure in advance of demand for its tests and to increase demand for its tests; the company's ability to use rapidly changing genetic data to interpret test results accurately and consistently; security breaches, loss of data and other disruptions; laws and regulations applicable to the company's business; and the other risks set forth in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the risks set forth in the company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and Invitae Corporation disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
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Warriors answer in Game 2, top Celtics 107-88 to even Finals
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Just like in Game 1, the Golden State Warriors took command with a big third quarter.
Unlike Game 1, they finished the job.
The NBA Finals are now tied, after the Warriors turned a close game into a rout with a third-quarter masterpiece. Stephen Curry scored 29 points, Jordan Poole connected from just inside of midcourt to cap the pivotal period and the Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 107-88 on Sunday night in Game 2.
“I thought everybody was more engaged,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said after his team improved to 5-0 after a loss in these playoffs. “It’s pretty obvious. Just our level of force and physicality was ramped up quite a bit, and it had to be.”
Poole finished with 17 points for the Warriors, who outscored Boston 35-14 in the third quarter to turn a two-point halftime lead into a 23-point edge. And when the Warriors then scored the first six points of the fourth, the Celtics waved the surrender flag and emptied their bench.
“We said we needed to play with desperation,” Curry said. “That’s what we did.”
Golden State also got 12 from Kevon Looney on 6-for-6 shooting, and 11 apiece from Andrew Wiggins and Klay Thompson.
Jayson Tatum scored 21 of his 28 points in the first half for Boston. Jaylen Brown added 17 for the Celtics, but fought through a 5-for-17 shooting night, and Derrick White scored 12.
Just like in Game 1, a huge run decided everything. The Celtics went on a 48-18 run in the second half to decide the opener. The Warriors didn’t wait that long in Game 2, going on a 43-14 burst from late in the first half until early in the fourth quarter to turn a tie game into an absolute runaway.
Game 3 is Wednesday in Boston.
Curry had 14 of his points in the third, making three of his five 3-pointers in the quarter. Boston was 4 for 15 in the quarter, got outscored 21-6 on 3s and let the Warriors turn five turnovers into 11 points.
“Steph was breathtaking in that quarter,” Kerr said.
The Celtics turned a 15-point third-quarter deficit into a 15-point fourth-quarter lead in Game 1, but that wasn’t happening again Sunday. Boston coach Ime Udoka even picked up a technical in an effort to show his displeasure with things, including whistles or lack thereof, to no avail.
“I just let them know how I felt throughout the game in a demonstrative way, on purpose, to get a technical,” Udoka said.
Poole provided the exclamation point as the third quarter closed, taking a pass in the final seconds, dribbling over the midcourt stripe, creating a bit of space and letting fly.
Swish.
Curry greeted him with a smile and a hug, the fans at Chase Center leaped to their feet — if they weren’t there already — and the outcome was pretty much decided.
And for the first time, the crowd in the Warriors’ new building finally saw the Celtics lose. Boston entered the night 4-0 in the Warriors’ 3-year-old home, the only team to have won its first four games in the arena.
But giving up 33 points off 19 turnovers meant that streak had no chance of continuing.
“We have to take better care of the ball,” Tatum said.
The Celtics were bidding to join only two other teams — the 1993 Chicago Bulls and 1995 Houston Rockets — on the list of clubs that swept two road games to open the finals. Those Bulls and Rockets went on to win the championship, and 31 of the previous 36 teams to open with 2-0 leads ended up celebrating a title.
All is not lost for Boston. The Celtics need to only win their remaining home games to become champions, though that won’t be easy against a Warriors team that has won at least one road game in an NBA-record 26 consecutive playoff series.
“It is what it is,” said the Celtics’ Al Horford, who had 26 points in Game 1 and was held to two points Sunday. “On to Game 3.”
TIP-INS
Celtics: The Celtics fell to 8-3 on the road in these playoffs. They remain tied for the second-most road wins in a single postseason; the record is nine, set by Houston in 1995. ... Robert Williams III, who has dealt with knee issues throughout the playoffs, took a tough fall in the third quarter after getting crashed into by Marcus Smart. He was subbed out 21 seconds later and didn’t return. ... Tatum and Brown had 40 of Boston’s first 54 points.
Warriors: Draymond Green’s impact on Game 2: nine points, seven assists, five rebounds, a technical foul and a whole ton of physicality. “No impact,” Horford said. ... Andre Iguodala (right knee inflammation) was out for Game 2, after logging 12 minutes in Game 1. But the knee swelled up Saturday and he sat for the 13th time in the Warriors’ last 14 games. ... Gary Payton II played for the first time since fracturing his elbow in the Memphis series.
BIG QUARTERS
The Warriors’ 35-14 advantage in the third quarter was the 91st different quarter in these playoffs where one team had a double-digit margin over the other. That’s the most in a single playoff year ever, topping the 90 such quarters in the 2017 playoffs.
STATEMENT GAME
Players and coaches from both teams wore orange T-shirts before the game bearing the words “End Gun Violence” on the front, a topic that Kerr — whose father was killed in an act of gun violence 38 years ago — has spoken out on often. “It comes down to convincing politicians that things like background checks are really crucial, and things that don’t impact people’s Second Amendment rights,” Kerr said.
SPECTACULAR ANNIVERSARY
Sunday marked the 31st anniversary of the first NBA Finals game win for Michael Jordan, when he and the Chicago Bulls rolled past the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 in 1991. Jordan made 13 consecutive shots in that game, the last of those the iconic change-hands-in-mid-air layup in the fourth quarter. “A spectacular move by Michael Jordan,” was NBC announcer Marv Albert’s call.
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Marks Pluribus' Seventh Acquisition in the Growing eLearning Market
TORONTO, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Pluribus Technologies Corp. (TSXV: PLRB) ("Pluribus" or the "Company"), a growing acquiror of small, profitable software companies, today announced that pursuant to a share purchase agreement dated May 16, 2022, the "Share Purchase Agreement") it has acquired (the "Acquisition") all of the issued and outstanding shares of Knowledge Strategies Inc. doing business as Tortal Training ("Tortal").
Based in Woburn, MA, Tortal has a 21-year operating track record as a provider of learning management systems ("LMSs"), employee training and eLearning program services. Tortal has a broad customer base but specializes in solutions for automotive (OEM, aftermarket and motorsport) and consumer products franchises, with a focus on organizations with distributed workforces.
"Businesses across North American are looking for advanced tools to support effective training of increasingly distributed workforces and Tortal's custom LMS, library of in-demand courses and diverse U.S. customer base are expected to be highly complementary to our rapidly growing eLearning solutions offering," said Richard Adair, CEO of Pluribus Technologies. "We see a range of customer cross-selling opportunities right across Pluribus' portfolio of 12 acquired companies that we will pursue while we also integrate Tortal under The Learning Network banner."
"This is a very exciting time for Tortal, as we embark on the next stage in our journey," said Evan Hackel CEO of Tortal. "We are very impressed with Pluribus and how they collaborate between the companies they acquire to make every company better. Being part of Pluribus will give us the tools that we need to take the company to the next level. This is a great opportunity for Tortal, our employees and our customers.
- Tortal has a long history as a profitable business with an established operational track record, including a number of partners offering Tortal programs on their platforms;
- Further strengthens Pluribus' presence in the eLearning market and as a provider of learning management systems suitable for a range of organization types;
- Tortal's LMS is focused on franchises and associations, which supports opportunities with existing Pluribus portfolio companies, Assured Software and SkilSure, who have similar business models
- For the first time, Pluribus acquires a full library of soft skills courses that can be cross-sold across the Pluribus portfolio of companies; and
- Tortal will rapidly integrate under Pluribus' newly established eLearning banner, The Learning Network.
Pursuant to the terms of the Share Purchase Agreement, the Company has agreed to pay the current shareholders of Tortal an aggregate of approximately US$1.4 million in cash and issue 175,926 common shares of the Company for a total purchase price of approximately US$1.9 million. In addition, the current Tortal shareholders will be entitled to an earn-out based on the achievement of future performance targets by Tortal. The price paid for the acquisition falls within Pluribus' historical target range for Adjusted EBITDA1 and the acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive.
Evan Hackel, the CEO of Tortal, has more than 20 years of progressive business leadership experience, most recently as a member of the executive team for one of the largest privately held cooperatives in the United States. He will remain involved in Tortal post-acquisition to ensure a smooth integration into the Pluribus portfolio of companies.
Tortal is a full-service eLearning provider specializing in developing interactive eLearning solutions. Tortal makes effective training for organizations with distributed workforces easier, by enhancing learning outcomes using strategic methodologies for engagement. This approach helps maximize an investment in learning and development, which in turn drives sustainable improvements in business performance and results. For more information, please visit: https://www.tortal.com/.
Pluribus is a technology company that is a value-based acquirer of small, profitable business-to-business technology companies in a range of verticals and industries. Pluribus provides its acquisitions access to experienced sales and marketing resources, strategic partnership opportunities, a diverse portfolio of customers in different geographical markets and enabling technologies to create new revenue streams and provide the opportunity for these companies to grow in their respective markets. For more information, please visit: https://www.pluribustechnologies.com/.
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In 2018, Ordino Arcalís was fully incorporated into Grandvalira. This yielded Grandvalira Resorts, to which the La Massana resort has now been added
From the 2022-23 season, all Grandvalira ski passes will allow access to Ordino Arcalís and Pal Arinsal in both winter and summer
ANDORRA LA VELLA, Andorra, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pal Arinsal will be incorporated into Grandvalira Resorts from the 2022-2023 season. This alliance will unify Andorra's winter snow and mountain leisure activities 365 days a year, bring together a total of 303 km slopes for winter sports and make Grandvalira one of Europe's top destinations for the skiable area available. All Grandvalira Resort ski passes (including the season pass) will therefore be valid both at Pal Arinsal and at Ordino Arcalís, which was incorporated into Grandvalira Resorts in 2018.
The addition of the La Massana station to Grandvalira Resorts will provide some very beneficial changes for skiers. For example, multi-day ski passes that combine skiing at Pal Arinsal and Ordino Arcalís with days at Grandvalira will be available for purchase.
Grandvalira Season Ski Pass
The Grandvalira Season Ski Pass will be the new countrywide ski pass that offers access to all Andorra's resorts, making a total of 303 km of slopes for snow sports available, offering the chance to enjoy the mountains 365 days a year and unlimited access to Vallnord Pal Arinsal Mountain and Bike Park.
In the coming weeks Grandvalira Resorts will define the full details of the product, price and brand.
Pal Arinsal customers will be incorporated into My Grandski, the loyalty club that simplifies access and user queries regarding the resorts' platforms, while offering a range of skiing-related benefits such as Wi-Fi access, online shopping, ski track logs and subscription to the newsletter.
Pal Arinsal will also benefit from synergies with Grandvalira Resorts with a view to improving aspects of technology, marketing and communication, as well as its sales channels.
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MILWAUKEE, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating ChemoCentryx (NASDAQ: CCXI) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with Amgen.
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Ademi LLP alleges ChemoCentryx's financial outlook and prospects are excellent and yet ChemoCentryx holders will receive only $52 per share in cash, representing an enterprise value of approximately $3.7 billion. The transaction agreement unreasonably limits competing bids for ChemoCentryx by imposing a significant penalty if ChemoCentryx accepts a superior bid. ChemoCentryx insiders will receive substantial benefits as part of change of control arrangements.
We are investigating the conduct of ChemoCentryx's board of directors, and whether they are (i) fulfilling their fiduciary duties to all shareholders, and (ii) obtaining a fair and reasonable price for ChemoCentryx.
If you own ChemoCentryx common stock and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Guri Ademi either at gademi@ademilaw.com or toll-free: 866-264-3995, or https://www.ademilaw.com/case/chemocentryx-inc-0.
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Retrospective study in metastatic uveal melanoma patients with liver dominant disease shows an objective response rate of 59.4% and a disease control rate of 89.1%.
The study finds that achieving complete response, partial response, or stable disease is associated with improved survival.
NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delcath Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: DCTH), an interventional oncology company focused on the treatment of primary and metastatic cancers of the liver, announced the publication of a retrospective analysis of patients who underwent a percutaneous hepatic perfusion procedure (PHP) with CHEMOSAT® at three European centers, one in the Netherlands and two in Germany, between February 2014 and December 2019. The study involved 101 patients who completed a minimum of one PHP procedure for the treatment of unresectable uveal melanoma (UM) liver metastases.
The study, Predictive Parameters in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Hepatic Perfusion with Melphalan for Unresectable Liver Metastases from Uveal Melanoma: A Retrospective Pooled Analysis, by Dr. T. M. L. Tong, et al,, included a total of 212 PHP procedures for the 101 patients included in the study. Of the 101 patients, 66 received PHP as first line treatment and 33 had received prior therapy (status of 2 patients was unknown). Approximately 50% of patients had greater than 9 metastases. Seventy-seven patients underwent at least two procedures and 25 patients received more than two PHP procedures. After a median follow-up time of 15 months, a complete response (CR) was reported in five (5.0%) patients; partial response (PR) in 55 (54.5%), and stable disease (SD) in 30 (29.7%), resulting in an objective response rate (ORR) of 59.4% and a disease control rate (DCR) of 89.1%.
The median progression-free survival (PFS), liver progression-free survival (LPFS), and overall survival (OS) were 9.0 months (95% CI 7.7 -10.3); 11.0 months (95% CI 9.0 – 13.0); and 20.0 months (95% CI 13.7 – 26.3), respectively. Twelve patients who were lost to follow-up were censored in the survival analyses. The study also found statistically significant differences in median PFS, median LPFS, and OS between patients who had CR, PR, or SD; and patients with progressive disease (PD). For example, for patients with CR or PR the median OS was 27 months (95% CI 17.5 – 36.5); for patients with SD the median OS was 21 months (95% CI 11.2 – 30.8); and 8 months (95% CI 5.7 - 10.3) for patients with PD.
Although the study did not find a statistically significant difference in either median PFS and LPFS for patients treated with two or more PHP procedures compared to patients treated with one PHP procedures, the study did find a statistically significant difference in OS (20 months vs. 8 months) for patients who had two or more PHP procedures compared to patients who were treated with one PHP procedure.
The safety analysis was conducted on the first treatment cycle (183 PHP procedures). The most common adverse events were hematological toxicities which were grade 1/2 and self- limiting in the majority of patients and consistent with previous reports on PHP. Other adverse events were thromboembolic in nature. The mortality rate was 1.1% within 30 days after PHP.
"Delcath welcomes this publication and believes its results provide healthcare professionals with further evidence of Chemosat's utility in patients suffering from metastatic uveal melanoma," said Johnny John, MD, Delcath's Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations and Medical Affairs. "We look forward to resubmitting the NDA for Hepzato Kit, the combination of the Chemosat device packaged with melphalan, to FDA by the end of the third quarter."
About Delcath Systems, Inc.
Delcath Systems, Inc. is an interventional oncology company focused on the treatment of primary and metastatic liver cancers. The company's proprietary percutaneous hepatic perfusion (PHP) system is designed to administer high-dose chemotherapy to the liver while controlling systemic exposure and associated side effects. In the United States, the PHP system is being developed under the tradename HEPZATO KIT (melphalan hydrochloride for injection/hepatic delivery system), or HEPZATO, for the treatment of patients with unresectable hepatic-dominant metastatic ocular melanoma (mOM), also known as metastatic uveal melanoma (mUM) and is considered a combination drug and device product regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
In Europe, the PHP system is now regulated as a Class lll medical device and is approved for sale under the trade name CHEMOSAT Hepatic Delivery System for Melphalan, or CHEMOSAT, where it has been used at major medical centers to treat a wide range of cancers of the liver.
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(WXIN) – You may find yourself in competition with kindergarteners for a six-figure salary that comes with a job seemingly straight from “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.”
Candy Funhouse is looking to hire what it calls a “Chief Candy Officer.” The company, which claims to be North America’s largest online candy retailer, will pay someone $100,000 a year to approve all candy in inventory and give it the official “Chief Candy Officer Stamp of Approval.”
You don’t have to be of legal driving age to apply. You don’t even have to know your multiplication tables.
That’s because the job is open to anyone who’s at least 5 years old.
According to Candy Funhouse, the only things they are looking for in a candidate is a love of candy and a “sweet tooth.”
Besides being the head candy taster, the Chief Candy Officer will decide new products for the company.
The person who gets the sweet gig will be put through extensive palate training and will be able to get an extensive dental plan.
You do have the option to work from home.
Interested candidates can apply at the Candy Funhouse website. Applications will be accepted until August 31. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/candy-company-to-pay-100k-to-be-its-official-taste-tester/ | 2022-07-21T14:25:39Z |
— Company Reaffirms Full Year 2022 Outlook—
MOORESVILLE, N.C., April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) today announced the appointment of Brandon Sink as executive vice president, chief financial officer, effective April 30, 2022. Sink, currently senior vice president, retail finance of Lowe's, will succeed Dave Denton, who is stepping down as executive vice president, chief financial officer to pursue another opportunity at a publicly traded company outside the industry. Denton will work closely with Sink and the Lowe's leadership team to ensure a seamless transition.
Sink is a seasoned executive with more than 20 years of finance and accounting experience. He joined Lowe's in 2010 and has held a variety of roles across the organization, including in finance, strategy and accounting. In his current role, Sink has been responsible for finance support for stores, merchandising, supply chain, digital and marketing. Prior to that, he held several leadership positions in the finance organization, including vice president, merchandising finance, vice president, enterprise strategy, as well as vice president and corporate controller. Before joining Lowe's, he held accounting and finance positions with Deloitte and Nucor Corporation. Sink is a certified public accountant and earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in accounting from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
"Brandon is a highly accomplished executive, and we are excited for him to take on the role of CFO," said Marvin R. Ellison, Lowe's chairman, president and CEO. "During his nearly 12-year career at Lowe's, Brandon has worked closely with our executive leadership team and has demonstrated a deep understanding across all facets of our business. His appointment reflects our succession planning process and the talent across our company. He is a proven leader with strong financial and operational acumen, and I look forward to working together as we execute our strategy and continue to grow our market share, expand operating margins and deliver meaningful shareholder value."
"I am honored to be stepping into the role of CFO as we continue to focus on our growth and leadership in the home improvement space," said Sink. "Lowe's has an exciting future ahead. I look forward to maintaining our disciplined approach to capital allocation, centered around our three priorities: investing in our core business on high-return projects, supporting our 35% dividend payout target and returning excess capital to our shareholders through value-enhancing share repurchases. I also am excited about continuing to work alongside our talented team to build on the momentum in the business."
Ellison continued, "Dave has played a significant role at Lowe's, and we are greatly appreciative of his guidance and contributions. Over the last three years, Dave has helped Lowe's establish a world-class finance team while successfully navigating some of the most pivotal moments in our history, including managing through the pandemic. On behalf of everyone at Lowe's, we thank him for his service to the Company and wish him all the best."
The Company also today reaffirmed its full year 2022 outlook provided on February 23, 2022.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 19 million customer transactions a week in the United States and Canada. With fiscal year 2021 sales of over $96 billion, Lowe's and its related businesses operate or service nearly 2,200 home improvement and hardware stores and employ over 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
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A wide variety of potential risks, uncertainties, and other factors could materially affect our ability to achieve the results either expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, changes in general economic conditions, such as volatility and/or lack of liquidity from time to time in U.S. and world financial markets and the consequent reduced availability and/or higher cost of borrowing to Lowe's and its customers, slower rates of growth in real disposable personal income that could affect the rate of growth in consumer spending, inflation and its impacts on discretionary spending and on our costs, shortages, and other disruptions in the labor supply, interest rate and currency fluctuations, home price appreciation or decreasing housing turnover, the availability of consumer credit and of mortgage financing, changes in commodity prices, trade policy changes or additional tariffs, outbreaks of pandemics, fluctuations in fuel and energy costs, inflation or deflation of commodity prices, natural disasters, acts of both domestic and international terrorism, and other factors that can negatively affect our customers.
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Association Member Benefits Advisors (AMBA) has closed on the acquisition agreement for Mercer's Associations business
AUSTIN, Texas, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Association Member Benefits Advisors (AMBA), a national affinity-based membership and marketing insurance agency, today announced that it has officially acquired Mercer's Associations business. The agreement was previously announced in January and will expand AMBA's ability to serve associations and clients across the country.
This acquisition, combined with the recently announced acquisition of EJS Insurance Services, has resulted in AMBA's growth to over 1,000 full-time associates. Additionally, AMBA is now serving more than 450 affinity groups and working with even more top carrier partners. AMBA is now one of the largest association and supplemental benefits providers in the country.
"We are thrilled to be officially closing on this acquisition and welcoming our new team members, associations and partners to the AMBA family," said Steve Cardinal, CEO of AMBA. "This acquisition is an ideal fit for AMBA and our continued growth because of the quality of the Mercer organization and the skills of the employees. We look forward to providing our associations and partners with expanded access to top-of-the-line products and the highest possible quality of service."
Mercer's Associations business helps establish AMBA as a leading provider of end-to-end insurance marketing, distribution, and administration services to association groups such as retired teachers, educators, credit unions, public employees, alumni associations, nurses associations, professional associations and military associations.
AMBA distributes insurance and other supplementary products primarily through a proprietary direct and online network through field agents to associations across all 50 states and in Canada. AMBA partners with some of the highest-rated carriers in the insurance industry. Working closely with its carriers, AMBA provides access and peace of mind for its customers in the event of a claim. AMBA customers have access to top-of-the-line products and services, including long-term care, short-term care, cancer, heart, stroke, emergency medical transportation, dental, vision, Medicare, annuities, and life insurance.
AMBA is headquartered in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit www.amba.info.
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NEW YORK, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Specialty Food Association (SFA) Summer Fancy Food Show ran from June 12-14 at the Javits Center, and featured more than 1,900 companies from around the world. On the final day of the Show, exhibitors donated their surplus specialty food to City Harvest. This year, nearly 200 City Harvest volunteers collected 112,000 pounds of meat, cheese, specialty groceries, beverages, confections, and snacks.
"Combating hunger through food recovery is a longstanding endeavor for our organization," said Jennifer Carney, Director, Tradeshow Operations, for the SFA. "City Harvest is a longtime partner that highlights the importance of community involvement for the specialty food industry."
"The Summer Fancy Food Show is one of the biggest and most important food rescues City Harvest undertakes each year," said Jenna Harris, Associate Director of Donor Relations & Supply Chain for City Harvest. "This year, we were able to rescue more than 112,000 pounds of incredible gourmet food and immediately deliver it -- free of charge -- to food pantries and soup kitchens across New York City. From artisan meats and cheeses to delectable desserts and gourmet beverages, the food we rescued from the Summer Fancy Food Show helped feed thousands of our New York neighbors in need. We are so grateful for the continued partnership with the Specialty Food Association."
The Summer Fancy Food Show was a trade-only event; the next Show, the Winter Fancy Food Show, will take place January 15-17 in Las Vegas. To learn more, click here.
The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been the leading trade association and source of information about the $175 billion specialty food industry for 70 years. Founded in 1952 in New York City, the SFA represents manufacturers, importers, retailers, distributors, brokers, and others in the trade. The SFA is known for its Fancy Food Shows; the sofi™ Awards, which have honored excellence in specialty food and beverage for 50 years; the Trendspotter Panel Show reports and annual predictions; the State of the Specialty Food Industry Report and Today's Specialty Food Consumer research; the ecommerce enabled SFA Product Marketplace, where members showcase products and sell directly to qualified buyers; SFA Feed, the daily source for industry news, trends and new product information, and Spill & Dish: A Specialty Food Association Podcast.
City Harvest is New York's first and largest food rescue organization, helping to feed millions of New Yorkers who struggle to put meals on their tables. As the city emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, we will rescue more than 100 million pounds of fresh, nutritious food and deliver it—free of charge—to nearly 400 food pantries, soup kitchens, community partners, and our own Mobile Markets® across the five boroughs. We work alongside our community partners to boost community capacity, expand nutrition education, and strengthen local food systems. For more than 35 years, City Harvest has always been there to feed our city—one day, one meal, one New Yorker at a time. To learn more, please visit cityharvest.org.
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Which black silk robe is best?
Nothing says luxury like silk. Slipping into a silk robe after a bath or at the end of a long day is a sumptuous way to tell your body that you care. Black is a sophisticated color choice for a silk robe, plus it gets bonus points for not showing stains.
You can find both men’s and women’s silk robes in a wide range of styles. For a kimono cut, Ledamon Women’s 100% Silk Kimono Short Robe is a classic style for women.
What to know before you buy a black silk robe
Material
Silk is a luxury fabric made from silkworms. The process of making silk goes back thousands of years and is a time-consuming, labor-intensive process, which is why silk robes are considered a luxury commodity and are pricey. For a lower-cost robe with a lustrous, silky feel, consider a women’s satin robe or a men’s satin robe, which are made of synthetic fibers. Mulberry silk is the highest-quality silk and is smoother and more uniform in color than other pure silks.
Uses
Silk is cool to the touch, which makes a silk robe a great option for warmer seasons or if you run hot. Silk is also thermoregulating, which means when it’s cold out, it’ll keep your body warm, and when it’s warm out, it’ll keep your body cool. Black silk robes can be worn for lounging, dressing or slipping on after bathing. Choose a more revealing black silk robe for a romantic night in or for a special occasion.
Length
Consider how much coverage you want when choosing the length of a black silk robe. Men’s and women’s black silk robes come in a variety of lengths, starting just above the knee to full-length hemlines. Mid-calf and just below the knee are popular lengths for black silk robes. Shorter women’s styles with mid-thigh hemlines also are available.
Sleeves
In addition to the length of a robe, note its sleeve length. Sleeves are generally full-length, extending down to the wrists or three-quarter length, ending just below the elbows. Kimono-style sleeves are wide with continuous sleeves cut in one piece with the rest of the robe. Select black silk robes feature short sleeves.
Sizing
Black silk robes come in men’s and women’s sizing. Women’s sizes run from X-small to X-large. Some brands offer extended sizes up to 3X. Men’s sizes run from small to XX-large. Extended men’s sizing up to 4X is offered by some brands. Be sure to check the manufacturer’s sizing chart for an accurate fit, as sizing isn’t standardized. For instance, a large in one brand can fit like a medium in another.
What to look for in a quality black silk robe
Tie
The majority of black silk robes feature tie-style belts, which allow for an adjustable fit, and the belt is usually made of black silk. Also look for an inside tie, or “modesty tie,” which helps secure the robe closed from the inside.
Trim
More provocative styles of women’s black silk robes feature lace trim in black or white. Some men’s and women’s black silk robes feature white piping.
Pockets
Pockets are a non-negotiable for many robe wearers. If this is you, plenty of black silk robes offer front or side pockets.
Machine-washable
Silk is notoriously high-maintenance to clean. Some brands offer machine-washable silk robes, which can be tossed into the washing machine on a delicate or gentle cycle.
How much you can expect to spend on a black silk robe
Black silk robes made of 100% silk range from $100 to upwards of $300.
Black silk robe FAQ
How do I clean my silk robe?
A. The majority of silk robes can be hand washed or dry cleaned. Check the care instructions before you wash your black silk robe at home; some robes are dry clean only. Select silk robes are machine-washable, though it’s recommended to wash them on a gentle or delicate cycle in cold water. Always air dry silk and out of direct sunlight, since it can fade the black.
Are silk robes hypoallergenic?
A. For wearers with sensitive skin, choose a mulberry silk robe, which is naturally hypoallergenic. It contains a protein called sericin that reduces the chances of an allergic reaction. Also look for a robe that’s OEKO-TEX certified, meaning the material is free of harmful chemicals commonly used in textile production.
What’s the best black silk robe to buy?
Top black silk robe
Ledamon Women’s 100% Silk Kimono Short Robe
What you need to know: This is a top-selling silk robe that comes with tastefully printed artwork complementing the kimono style.
What you’ll love: The 100% pure silk material is soft and light to wear. The material is high-quality for the price point. The robe fits well and is the perfect length for many wearers, hitting just below the knees.
What you should consider: This robe doesn’t have pockets and is dry clean only.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top black silk robe for the money
Fishers Finery Women’s 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Mid-Length Robe with Pockets
What you need to know: Try this lower-cost women’s black silk robe made from mulberry silk.
What you’ll love: This robe is made from 100% mulberry silk, which is typically used in robes twice its cost. It features functional pockets. This short, thin robe is perfect for warm seasons.
What you should consider: Some consumers find the elastic waistband in the back unflattering.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This men’s style black silk robe features classy white piping.
What you’ll love: This 100% silk robe will keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The quality is great and this robe is well-made. The black color is rich and the feel is soft and comfortable.
What you should consider: The fit is snug, especially if you have a belly, so you’ll need to size up. Sizing only goes up to XL.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Records fall as Northwest swelters under multiday heat wave
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Free transportation to cooling centers and garbage pickup well before sunrise were among the steps being taken in the Pacific Northwest as the region hit the peak of a multiday heatwave.
Temperatures soared to 102 degrees Fahrenheit (38.9 Celsius) in Oregon’s largest city on Tuesday, which is expected to be the hottest day of a scorching spell that will be unusually long for this part of the United States. It was also a new daily record for the city for July 26, besting the previous mark set in 2020.
Seattle also reported a new all-time daily high of 94 F (34.4 C), breaking the previous record of 92 F (33.3 C) from 2018, according to the National Weather Service.
Elsewhere in Washington state, record daily temperatures were also registered in Bellingham and the capital, Olympia, which experienced 90 F (32.2 C) and 97 F (36.1 C) respectively.
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown declared a state of emergency across much of the state, warning the extreme temperatures may cause utility outages and transportation disruptions. Temperatures aren’t expected to cool in western Oregon and Washington until the weekend.
Under the sweltering heat, Matthew Carr spent his lunch break in a fountain in downtown Portland, Oregon. The 57-year-old works outside picking up trash for the city and had to find a way to cool off.
“This is pretty hot,” Carr said. “I can just take my uniform off, jump in there with my shorts for my break, and hang out for a good 10 or 15 minutes.”
Oregon health officials say there has been an uptick in the number of people reporting heat-related illness in emergency departments, and the number of those calling emergency services numbers for similar symptoms.
“Heat-related illness daily visits are above expected levels statewide,” said Jonathan Modie, lead communications officer at the Oregon Health Authority’s Public Health Division. He said there were 32 such visits to emergency rooms on Monday compared to three to five per day before the heat wave began.
Portland officials have opened cooling centers in public buildings and installed misting stations in parks. TriMet, which operates public transportation in the Portland metropolitan area, will allow passengers who cannot afford fares to ride for free when heading to cooling centers.
Most of Portland’s garbage companies began earlier pick-ups on Tuesday morning, starting as early as 4 a.m. to reduce drivers’ exposure to heat and health risks. The early rounds will likely continue through Friday morning.
Multnomah County, which includes Portland, planned to open four overnight emergency cooling shelters starting Tuesday night so people who can’t get cool on their own could spend the night. The locations can accommodate a total of 245 guests, said Multnomah County spokesperson Kate Yeiser.
“We’re going to find space for anybody who needs it,” Yeiser said, adding that the sites have a “no-turn-away policy.” She said the county may open an additional overnight center on Wednesday if there’s high demand.
Many libraries are extending their hours, staying open until 8 or 9 p.m. to allow people more time to cool off.
Residents and officials in the Northwest have been trying to adjust to the likely reality of longer, hotter heat waves following last summer’s deadly “heat dome” weather phenomenon that prompted record temperatures and deaths.
In response, Oregon passed a law requiring all new housing built after April 2024 to have air conditioning installed in at least one room. The law already prohibits landlords in most cases from restricting tenants from installing cooling devices in their rental units.
About 800 people died in Oregon, Washington and British Columbia during a 2021 heat wave that hit in late June and early July. The temperature at the time soared to an all-time high of 116 F (46.7 C) in Portland and smashed heat records in cities and towns across the region. Many of those who died were elderly and lived alone.
While temperatures this week are not expected to get that high, the anticipated number of consecutive hot days has raised concerns among officials.
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for large swaths of Oregon and Washington state.
Officials in Seattle and Portland have issued air quality advisories from Tuesday through Saturday, warning that smog may reach levels that could be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
Cooling sites are open throughout Seattle, greater King County and throughout western Washington
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AP photographer Craig Mitchelldyer contributed.
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PARIS, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- ADA 2022 - On the occasion of the 2022 American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions, Diabeloop, a leader in therapeutic AI applied to insulin delivery and SOOIL Development Company, leader in superior diabetes therapy announced today that they entered into global development and commercial agreements.
- Technical integration to be pursued and expanded
With these agreements, Diabeloop and SOOIL Development Company re-establish their commitment to work together by combining their technologies and expertise.
The cooperation between the two companies was initiated in February 2020 with the launch of a large clinical study, including 9 University hospitals and 184 patients using DBLG1, Diabeloop's i-controller and SOOIL's DANA-i ACE pump. The study was unfortunately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the companies have continued to forge ahead with their respective product development roadmaps. Combining forces has enhanced the evolution of their business opportunities in a global manner.
Diabeloop, pioneer in therapeutic artificial intelligence applied to diabetes management and SOOIL Development Company, one of the leading established players in the insulin pump therapy market, announce today global development agreements which will address four key areas of collaboration.
"We are addressing a fast-moving market, asking us to make constant adaptations. Our products have received outstanding feedback from patients and doctors alike, while demonstrating fast growth across Europe. Our reinforced partnership with SOOIL Development Company is one of the ways to make our products available to patients beyond Europe. These agreements offer high-potential perspectives and a promising international collaboration for our two companies," comments Erik Huneker, CEO and co-founder of Diabeloop.
Pursuing the technical integration of the Dana-i pump within DBLG1 System will be the entry point of this newfound collaboration between the two companies.
Set up for clinical trials and commercial collaborations in the US, Europe and Korea
The extended partnership with SOOIL Development Company will enable Diabeloop to continue its international expansion beyond Europe and support its sustained growth. This strategy will help drive towards the following main business objectives:
1) Entering the American market with an approved Automated Insulin Delivery solution is an important goal for both companies. A clinical trial will be performed to meet the requirements of the US health authorities, allowing the two partners to submit an application for Diabeloop's DBLG1 AID solution with SOOIL's Dana-i insulin pump to the FDA.
2) The companies plan to make DBLG1 System with the Dana-i pump available in the European market. Obtaining the CE marking under the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) will be the first main step. Not only does this follow the interoperability strategy of Diabeloop, it aligns with a firm belief that having a choice matters for people living with diabetes as well as health care professionals.
Diabeloop and SOOIL Development Company also will target their respective home markets:
3) In France, reimbursement of DBLG1 hybrid closed-loop system with the Dana-i insulin pump will be pursued, leaning on Diabelooop's existing reimbursement pathway.
4) In Korea, obtaining approval from the Korean Food and Drug Administration (KFDA), may require an explanation of technical and usability improvements, as well as clinical studies, positioned accordingly, as per existing national guidelines.
"SOOIL Development Co Limited has the longest history – 42 years of proudly manufacturing insulin pumps, leading technology and bringing joy to people with diabetes. DANA insulin pumps are intended for interoperability and this collaboration with Diabeloop will help provide people affected by diabetes more options and choice," said Soo Bong Choi, owner and founder of SOOIL Development Co Ltd.
Diabeloop and SOOIL Development Company are considering further opportunities to expand their partnership and enable the highest number of patients possible to access their products via new innovative products and additional geographic areas of distribution.
About Diabeloop
Diabeloop's mission: Making innovation accessible to people living with diabetes, improving clinical results while relieving them of their constant mental burden.
Created in 2015, Diabeloop is a high-growth company that offers AI-based, personalized solutions to improve clinical outcomes for people with diabetes while relieving them of their constant mental burden. DBLG1 System, Diabeloop's first medical device for automated insulin delivery (AID) and DBL-hu, its solution for highly unstable Type 1 diabetes management, are both CE-marked and being deployed in Europe.
Diabeloop just completed its Series C financing round, securing 70 million euros, to accelerate its commercial roll-out, support its sustained growth strategy and its high-impact projects.
Today, Diabeloop gathers the personality, passion, and skills of over 160 talented individuals who work hard to improve the quality of life for every person living with diabetes.
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Movie theaters selling $3 tickets for National Cinema Day
Published: Aug. 29, 2022 at 4:41 PM CDT|Updated: 20 minutes ago
TEXAS, OKLAHOMA (KXII) - There’s a way to enjoy Labor Day weekend without breaking the bank.
On Saturday, September 3, moviegoers will be able to purchase a movie ticket for just three dollars for National Cinema Day.
Right now without a discount the starting price for tickets at an AMC Theatres are $8.49 for adults, $6.59 for ages two through twelve, and $6.69 for seniors, 60 or older.
Cinemark will also offer $3 movie tickets for every movie, showtime, and format, according to Cinemark’s webpage.
The theaters in Texoma offering $3 movie tickets on Saturday are:
- Cinemark Sherman- 3310 Town Center Dr, Sherman, TX 75092
- Cinemark Ada- 1090 North Hills Center, Ada, OK 74820
- AMC CLASSIC Ardmore 8- 2401 12th Ave NW #106, Ardmore, OK 73401
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Nothing Bundt Cakes is celebrating its 25th birthday with cake giveaways at all locations across North America, including the Temple and Harker Heights shops, according to a news release.
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Proprietary Family of Leap Solutions Give Homeowners More Flexibility While Differentiating Leap in Growing HEA/HEI Marketplace
Leap's Fully Automated Operations Platform Further Distinguishes Brand While Expediting Processing and Eliminating Human Bias
LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leap Analytics Inc. ("Leap"), a fintech real estate investment firm that seeks to transform the home finance marketplace and empower historically underserved communities to help close the wealth gap, today announced the launch of its full-service website, featuring free financial education resources and information regarding its customized Home Equity Agreements (HEAs).
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Leap is led by Ashley Bete, a fintech and real estate entrepreneur who has served in executive roles at leading global financial and real estate institutions.
Mr. Bete said, "We combine innovative technology with institutional real estate expertise to empower homeowners in communities of color to improve their financial standing and credit scores. Our goal is to narrow the wealth gap in this country by focusing on education and developing solutions that earmark funds to enhance our clients' financial relevancy, while expanding their access to financial opportunities."
Home equity is a $19 trillion market in the United States and access to home equity is still the leading wealth generator in the country. HEAs, also known as Home Equity Investments (HEIs), are a new asset class allowing homeowners to access the equity accrued in their homes. An HEA is not a loan. It is a shared agreement between a homeowner and a company (typically an investment firm), where the homeowner receives a lump sum cash payment in exchange for a specified percentage of the home's present and projected future value, for a fixed period (usually 10 or 30 years).
As the cost of home equity lines of credit rise with interest rates, an HEA provides a more affordable way to unlock home values to address pressing financial needs.
Through HEAs, Leap enables homeowners to stay in their communities and participate in the often-dramatic economic improvements that accompany gentrification.
With the proceeds of an HEA, homeowners can pay down existing debt, resulting in lower debt-to-income ratios (DTIs) and higher credit scores. Leap provides cash payments in exchange for a 6% to 18% equity stake in a home. The homeowner must have at least 30% in equity to qualify for Leap's program. At the end of a typical HEA term — usually 10 or 30 years — the homeowner can either buy back their equity, extend the agreement's term, or sell the home so the equity stake can be recouped by Leap or the investor.
Leap developed a proprietary family of one-year HEA solutions, which have the shortest term of any HEA on the market. Leap's gains are capped at a 16% to 28% internal rate of return to provide its investors with a competitive risk-adjusted return.
- Leap Restore gives homeowners more flexibility and aims to position them as creditworthy borrowers within six months.
- Leap Relax will provide retired homeowners the ability to ease financial pressures.
- Leap Revive helps struggling business owners stabilize their finances.
Leap will also partner with like-minded financial institutions that share its core value of demonstrating a commitment to DEI and ESG, and using its fully automated platform to process HEAs, which removes the subjective aspect of the application process.
"Leap was founded to be more than a business that provides homeowners with much-needed capital and investors with solid return potential," Mr. Bete added. "Together with companies that share our values of integrity, gender-pay equity, and a demonstrated commitment to empowering communities of color, we can scale our mission of closing the wealth gap and helping every homeowner achieve the American dream of prosperity. Our mission is to close the homeownership and wealth gap by providing real estate education and financial literacy for all."
Leap Analytics, Inc. is a fintech real estate investment firm whose mission is to leverage innovative technology and institutional real estate expertise to empower underserved communities, transform the home finance marketplace, and help close America's housing and wealth gaps. The company provides purpose-built Home Equity Agreements (HEAs), and housing-related education to improve homeowners' financial literacy and wellness. Leap utilizes advanced technology to remove bias from the HEA application process and to expedite applications. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Please visit www.Leaphea.com for more information on Leap HEAs, and educational resources regarding the mortgage industry and homeownership.
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Two-time defending champion Lightning chasing NHL history
By FRED GOODALL
AP Sports Writer
The Tampa Bay Lightning don’t want to get ahead of themselves in their bid to become the first team in 40 years to win three consecutive Stanley Cup titles. The two-time defending champions are up 2-0 on the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference semifinals yet understand there’s still a lot of work to do as they pursue a special place in NHL history. The Lightning have won four straight games to move from the brink of elimination in the first round to having an opportunity to take a 3-0 series lead against the Panthers when they host Game 3 on Sunday. The Carolina Hurricanes are also looking to take a 3-0 lead against the New York Rangers. The Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers will try to gain the edge in a Western Conference series tied at one game apiece.“Guys have do | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/21/two-time-defending-champion-lightning-chasing-nhl-history/ | 2022-05-22T03:03:00Z |
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