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(NEXSTAR) – After a summer dampened by inflation and painfully high gas prices, an electric vehicle tax credit never sounded so good — unfortunately, it’s a bit complicated.
Thanks to the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, shoppers can save up to $7,500 on new cars, trucks or plug-in vehicles in the form of a tax credit and $4,000 on used models.
Unfortunately, when it comes to who qualifies and for which EVs, the incentive may prove tough to navigate for many people.
The new 10-year tax credit, known as the Clean Vehicle Credit, is an amended version of a pre-existing EV credit that was amended in August. Whether or not you can get a massive break on your next tax bill depends on a number of factors.
Where is the vehicle manufactured?
Part of the complexity of the bill stems from the fact that the credit’s design is not just to encourage EV adoption, but also to wrest some supply chain control away from China and other countries outside of North America.
The EVs’ final place of assembly, for instance, has to be North America.
Below you can see a list of 2022 and 2023 EVs that will likely meet the final assembly requirement, according to the Department of Energy:
Some models on the list are built in multiple locations and therefore may not end up qualifying for the credit, according to the IRS.
If you’re interested in a car that isn’t listed, you can look up a vehicle’s build plant or country of manufacture using the U.S. Department of Transportation’s VIN decoder.
Along with the final assembly, there is yet another factor to consider that will take effect in 2023 — where the battery is built and where the minerals were sourced. Those requirements are set to become increasingly stringent in the future.
Under the $740 billion economic package that Biden signed into law, the tax credits would take effect next year. For an EV buyer to qualify for the full credit, 40% of the metals used in a vehicle’s battery must come from North America. By 2027, that required threshold would reach 80%.
NPR points out that it’s possible to get a partial tax credit of $3,750 if “40 percent of the critical minerals in EV batteries are sourced from countries with which the U.S. has a free trade agreement.”
Some industry experts are expressing concern that the bill’s goals may hurt near term adoption of electric vehicles.
“The tax credit that the new act replaces was really designed to encourage consumers to purchase an electric vehicle, to become more aware and to get into that vehicle, kick the tires and drive it away,” John Bozzella, president and CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, told WDET. “This new tax credit is really designed for a separate purpose. And that purpose is to really reduce the industry’s reliance on China for critical minerals, raw materials and battery components.”
Bozzella added that he the auto industry “absolutely supports” less reliance on China, but worries that it may take a long time for automakers to create a new supply chain.
Who is eligible to get the tax credit
The tax credit would be available only to couples with incomes of $300,000 or less or single people with incomes of $150,000 or less. And any trucks or SUVs with sticker prices above $80,000 or cars above $55,000 wouldn’t be eligible, knocking many EVs out of the credits.
Customers hoping to get a discount on the sales price without having to wait for a tax refund will have to wait until 2024 for the mechanism that will transfer the credit to dealers at the point of sale, according to the U.S. Treasury.
If you signed a contract and purchased an EV before the Inflation Reduction Act was signed on August 16, but didn’t receive the vehicle until the 16th or later, you can still receive the credit based on the prior rules, which don’t have the final assembly requirement.
The Internal Revenue Service and Treasure say they will continue to post updates on eligibility and the EV tax credit “in the coming weeks and months.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/which-electric-vehicles-qualify-for-the-7500-tax-credit/ | 2022-08-25T23:44:16Z |
Idaho Power seeks public input on customer generation study
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — Idaho Power is currently developing a study related to the costs and benefits of customer-owned generation sources, such as rooftop solar, and is set to host a public workshop for customers and interested stakeholders to provide feedback to the company.
The workshop is set for Monday, May 2 at 6 p.m. and will be held virtually with WebEx and dial-in options.
In December 2021, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission (IPUC) issued an order in case IPC-E-21-21 directing Idaho Power to complete a comprehensive study of the costs and benefits of on-site generation on the electrical grid. The workshop will focus on the export credit rate — the amount customers with on-site generation systems, such as rooftop solar panels, are credited for excess energy they send back to Idaho Power’s grid. During the workshop, Idaho Power will share information on the possible methods for evaluating the export credit rate. Participants can ask Idaho Power staff questions during the workshop.
As a reminder, the IPUC granted legacy status to existing Schedule 6 and 8 (residential and small general service) on-site generation systems as of December 20, 2019. Existing Schedule 84 (commercial, industrial and irrigation) systems received legacy status as of December 1, 2020. Customers who do not have legacy systems are subject to changes to the on-site generation offering, including changes to the billing structure and the value of the export credit. Customers are notified when applying that the value of excess energy is subject to change.
To participate in the workshop, visit www.idahopower.webex.com at 6 p.m. on May 2 and enter meeting number 2592 303 2170 when prompted. At the next window, enter your name, e-mail address and the password: VODER22. To participate over the phone, dial 1-650-479-3208 and enter meeting number 2592 303 2170 when prompted.
Idaho Power will accept informal written comments on the methods discussed for the export credit rate for two weeks after the workshop. To submit comments, visit www.idahopower.com/cgworkshop or email them to cgworkshop@idahopower.com. | https://localnews8.com/news/idaho/2022/04/21/idaho-power-seeks-public-input-on-customer-generation-study/ | 2022-04-21T18:27:29Z |
Synchrony Financial Difference Maker: Norma Payne, St. Paul School
NAME – Norma Payne
SCHOOL – St. Paul Catholic Elementary School, North Canton
RESIDENCE – North Canton
JOB TITLE – School secretary
HOW LONG WITH THE DISTRICT? – 27 years (seven years as an aide, 20 years as secretary).
FAMILY – Husband, Rick; three grown children; five grandchildren.
WHAT IS THE MOST REWARDING PART OF YOUR POSITION? – Meeting our new kindergarten students, getting to know them and watch them grow, and then witnessing what amazing kids they are by the time they are in eighth grade and graduating.
WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING? – Getting up at 5 a.m. to start each school day in order to be sure the school office is open and ready for any needs students or staff might have.
IF YOU WEREN'T DOING THIS, YOU'D BE ... – Perhaps working in one of the factory jobs still available.
TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT THE STUDENTS YOU DEAL WITH THAT MOST PEOPLE DON'T KNOW OR APPRECIATE – How tech-savvy students are and that each student has such unique personalities.
HOW DO YOU UNWIND AFTER A LONG DAY AT WORK? – I relax on my couch watching one of my favorite TV shows on Hulu.
STUDENTS AND COWORKERS WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ... – ... I have four granddaughters and one grandson.
WHAT IS ONE RESPONSIBILITY ABOUT YOUR POSITION THAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW EXISTED BEFORE TAKING IT? – How important it is that I be at my desk to keep an eye on our security cameras and staffing our security system to grant entrance into the building. The secretary plays a crucial role in our campus security plans. That you never know what your day will be like, some days it can go from calm to crazy in seconds. This job is ever-changing, as times and needs change, but I’m thankful for all of these years. St. Paul is a special community.
Other nominations
ALLIANCE
Teresa Mabry, custodian at Alliance Intermediate School – Teresa Mabry has been a wonderful addition to our AIS family. She is always willing to tackle any job at any time and truly cares about our students and staff; she brings nothing but smiles and positivity day after day. Managing a school building during the day is no easy task, but Teresa does it with great pride and a top-notch attitude.
Portia Johnson, principal at Parkway Learning & Development Center – Portia builds strong and lasting relationships with her students and staff, enabling her to bring out the best in everyone in her building. Her passion for alternative learning and dedication to helping meet the needs of the whole child has helped to positively impact a number of Alliance students and students from other districts.
CANTON LOCAL
Mark Hundley, dean of students, Canton South High School – Mark has helped educate Canton South students about the importance of positive school culture and taking advantage of all opportunities offered. He has built valued relationships with students and continues to help them grow academically and socially.
CENTRAL CATHOLIC
Jennifer Burckart, Attendance Office secretary – Jennifer Burckart serves the Central Catholic community as attendance secretary. The attendance position requires an upbeat attitude, attention to detail, a good memory, and meticulous organization as she wears many hats throughout the day and is often interrupted, yet she keeps track of vital school records. Ms. Burckart is willing to help when called upon, never seems to miss a beat and greets students and families with a smile and understanding nature.
JACKSON LOCAL
Cindy Oldfield, paraprofessional – Cindy Oldfield is a paraprofessional at Jackson Memorial Middle School who supervises our Resource Room/Supported Study Hall. She is instrumental to JMMS as she provides support for our teachers and helps keep our students on track with work completion.
LOUISVILLE
Kate-Lynn Brownfield, special education attendant – Kate-Lynn has an amazing rapport with our special needs friends, quietly encouraging them to try new things and always put forth their best effort. Kate-Lynn has a gentle, calm demeanor that lets our students know she is there for them and will help them in any way possible, celebrating each step of success with them along the way!
Carla Swope, accounts payable clerk – Carla Swope is an outstanding employee who will go out of her way to assist you in any way possible. She is always smiling, has a wonderful personality, and takes great pride in doing an awesome job with all of her work!
MARLINGTON LOCAL
Laura Hoover, paraprofessional – Mrs. Hoover goes above and beyond to support our students at Lexington Elementary. She always has a positive attitude and is supportive of her colleagues.
NORTH CANTON
Lisa Shaw, head cook – Mrs. Shaw is our head cook at Hoover High School. She always welcomes students and staff to the school kitchen with a smile. Mrs. Shaw is very willing to help and has an infectious, positive attitude. Mrs. Shaw creates a welcoming environment for students and staff as they come to the kitchen for a nutritious meal.
PERRY LOCAL
Denise Cozzoli, Genoa building secretary – Denise is a compassionate, hardworking individual that is always there for the students and staff of Genoa.
PLAIN LOCAL
Laura Schmidt, Oakwood librarian – Oakwood celebrates Laura Schmidt as our Difference Maker among students at Oakwood. Mrs. Schmidt gives of her time generously. She is willing to help students that need an advocate. Her caring mannerism and huge heart give many of our students a safe person. Her love for reading is contagious and she is appreciated at Oakwood!
Mike Babics, GlenOak High School principal – Mike Babics is a person who continually puts the needs of others before himself. He is a teacher and student advocate who is a difference-maker in all that he does. He is the first one to arrive and the last one to leave as nobody gives more of themself than Mr. Babics. We are blessed to have him in Plain Local.
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS
Tiffany Stanek, intervention specialist – Tiffany Stanek has been the St. Thomas Aquinas gymnastic coach for several years and joined the academic staff this school year as an Intervention specialist. She has done a phenomenal job connecting with students and empowering them to achieve their personal best. Ms. Stanek is also an alumna who has given back to Aquinas in many ways, from working concessions, selling tickets, giving up her time to paint and care for our facilities, climbing ladders to retrieve equipment, to attending community events; she is a great example of what it means to be a Knight.
STARK COUNTY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Norma Payne, main office secretary – Norma Payne has served as secretary for St. Paul Catholic School in North Canton for decades and is preparing for retirement! She is the first voice people hear when they call and the first face families see at St. Paul and there are few people who could be as welcoming as her. Mrs. Payne knows every student and family by name, stops anything she’s doing when a student or family member comes to her for help, and is quick to help people keep things in perspective. She serves the SPS community faithfully and with her whole heart.
TUSLAW LOCAL
Paula Ali, Curriculum and Special Services secretary – Positive, pleasant, problem-solver Paula Ali is a true gift to the Tuslaw Local Schools. Paula’s warmth and her “wiper dance” are sure to brighten anyone’s day. As the Curriculum and Special Education secretary, Paula executes all her tasks in a timely and professional manner with superior attention to detail. We are so blessed to have Paula on our team. Paula always has a smile on her face and a welcome in her heart. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/lifestyle/2022/05/08/synchrony-financial-difference-maker-norma-payne-st-paul-school/9616568002/ | 2022-05-08T09:58:15Z |
Ever since Russia invaded Ukraine, Anastasia has started her day by composing an anti-war message and posting it on the wall at the entrance of her apartment block in the industrial city of Perm in the Ural Mountains.
“Do not believe the propaganda you see on the TV, read independent media!” reads one. “Violence and death have been constantly with us for three months now — take care of yourselves” reads another.
The 31-year-old teacher, who asked to be identified only by her first name because she fears for her security, said she wanted “a safe and simple method of getting a message across.”
“I couldn’t do something huge and public,” she told The Associated Press in a telephone interview. “I want to get people to think. And I think we should influence whatever space, in whatever way we can.”
Despite a massive government crackdown on such acts of protest, some Russians have persisted in speaking out against the invasion — even in the simplest of ways.
Some have paid a heavy price. In the early, wintry days of the invasion in February, authorities moved quickly to quash demonstrations, arresting people who marched or even held blank signs or other oblique references to the conflict. Critical media outlets were shut down as the government sought to control the narrative. Political opponents were singled out by President Vladimir Putin or commentators on state-run TV.
Lawmakers rubber-stamped measures that outlawed the spread of “false information” about what the Kremlin called a “special military operation” and disparaging the military, using them against anyone who spoke out against the attack or talked about the atrocities Russian troops were alleged to have committed.
As the war has dragged on into the languid days of a Russian summer, some like Anastasia feel guilty that they cannot do more to oppose the invasion, even within the constraints of the new laws.
When Russian troops rolled in Ukraine on Feb. 24, Anastasia said her first thought was to sell all her possessions and move abroad, but she soon changed her mind.
“It’s my country, why should I leave?” she told AP. “I understood I needed to stay and create something to help from here.”
Sergei Besov, a Moscow-based printer and artist, also felt he couldn’t stay silent. Even before the invasion, the 45-year-old was making posters reflecting on the political scene and plastering them around the capital.
When Russians voted two years ago on constitutional amendments allowing Putin to seek two more terms after 2024, Besov used his old printing press with hefty wooden Cyrillic type and vintage red ink to print posters that said simply: “Against.”
During the 2020 unrest in Belarus over a disputed presidential election and the ensuing crackdown on the protesters, he made posters saying “Freedom” in Belarusian.
After the invasion of Ukraine, his project, Partisan Press, started making posters saying “No to war” – the main anti-war slogan. Video of the poster being printed became popular on Instagram, and demand for copies was so great that they were given away for free.
After some of his posters were used at a demonstration in Red Square and some people displaying them were arrested, it became clear that the police “would inevitably come to us,” Besov said.
They showed up when Besov wasn’t there, charging two of his employees with participating in an unauthorized rally by printing the poster used in it.
The case has dragged on for over three months, he said, causing all of them lots of stress over whether they will be penalized and to what extent.
Besov has stopped printing the “No to war” posters and went for subtler messages such as “Fear is not an excuse to do nothing.”
He considers it important to keep speaking out.
“The problem is we don’t know where the lines are drawn,” Besov said. “It is known that they can prosecute you for certain things, but some manage to fly under the radar. Where is this line? It is very bad and really difficult.”
Sasha Skochilenko, a 31-year-old artist and musician in St. Petersburg, failed to stay under the radar and is facing severe consequences for what she thought was a relatively safe way to spread the word about the horrors of war: She was detained for replacing five price tags in a supermarket with tiny ones containing anti-war slogans.
“The Russian army bombed an arts schools in Mariupol. Some 400 people were hiding in it from the shelling,” one read.
“Russian conscripts are being sent to Ukraine. Lives of our children are the price of this war,” said another one.
Skochilenko was really affected by the war, said her partner, Sophia Subbotina.
“She had friends in Kyiv who were sheltering in the subway and calling her, talking about the horror that was going on there,” Subbotina told AP.
In 2020, Skochilenko taught acting and filmmaking at a children’s camp in Ukraine and worried how the conflict would affect her former pupils.
“She was really afraid for these children, that their lives were in danger because of the war, that bombs were falling on them, and she couldn’t stay silent,” Subbotina said.
Skochilenko faces up to 10 years in prison on charges of spreading false information about the Russian army.
“It was a shock for us that they launched a criminal case, and a case that implies a monstrous prison term of 5 to 10 years,” Subbotina said. “In our country, shorter sentences are handed down for murder.”
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Associated Press writer Francesca Ebel contributed. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/some-russians-wont-halt-war-protests-despite-arrest-fears/ | 2022-07-06T17:31:49Z |
NEW YORK, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning public relations and marketing agency, Teuwen Communications is pleased to announce three new clients: NEFT Vodka, crafted in Austria's Rhaetian Alps; Sashi Moorman and Rajat Parr's Provignage which includes Sandhi Wines, Evening Land Vineyards, and Domaine de la Côte wineries; and Château La Coste - a wine estate, art, culinary and spa destination in Provence. They join the Agency's esteemed roster of international and domestic wine and spirit brands.
Recognized by PR News as an Agency Elite Top 100, the Agency was also named a top ten wine and spirits PR Agency in the US by Meininger's Wine Business International. Growth is a key component of how Teuwen measures its success—which is displayed by these 2021 results. Wines of Alsace, represented by the Agency for more than a decade, surged in imports to the US with +45.85% in volume and +41.33% in volume vs. the year prior. In the spirits sector, the Cognac Bureau (BNIC) reported an increase of +11.1% or 115 million bottles shipped to the US in 2021.
Additionally, Teuwen has joined the ranks of the Food & Wine Republic, an international network of 12 agencies specialized in food, wine and spirits. "This collective allows the Agency to create synergies across markets, optimize programming and create new connections" Founder and President Stephanie Teuwen commented, "We are thrilled to be among this talented group of PR professionals to collaborate, share ideas and strategies in support of the food and drinks sector."
For more than 25 years, Teuwen has serviced clients across the wine, spirits and hospitality industry with deep respect, know-how, passion, and authenticity. Teuwen's creative, compelling and dynamic campaigns captivate audiences across the US.
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Meal prep lunch ideas
When you’re rushing out the door in the morning, it’s hard to find the time to prepare a nutritious lunch. But a balanced, healthy meal is crucial for restoring much-needed work-life balance. If you’re finding you can’t spare the time to put something together each day, meal prep is a great way to ensure you’re hitting all the food groups come lunch hour.
This method has you planning a week ahead, so you’ll need a few items for preparation, storage and transportation.
How to meal prep
What what meal prep is
Meal prep is a method of food preparation where you make multiple days’ worth of food at once. It’s designed to take some of the time burden off of busy people, and it also works great to give you more control over your diet. The primary tool for any meal prepper is the food-storage container, which helps with portioning and portability.
When to meal prep
The most common meal prep method involves cooking large batches of food. Most preppers like to do this on Sundays. After cooking, you dish your meals into storage containers that you then take out of your refrigerator or freezer each day during the week. When and how you meal prep will depend on your dietary restrictions, nutrition goals and schedule, but set aside three to four hours for preparation, cooking and dishing up.
How to meal prep
There are many ways to get organized so lunch time is breezy and never boring.
- Batch cooking: The most common form of meal prep, batch cooking involves cooking everything at once and portioning it out. This typically takes a few hours and is best saved for when you can carve out the time. Batch cooking is a good solution to meals that require lengthy cooking times, such as meats, stews, curries and sauces. Rectangular plastic takeout containers are a meal prepper’s best friend when it comes to this method. But you can also use plastic or glass storage containers.
- Ingredient prep: For those who work at home or who have adequate kitchen amenities at work, ingredient prep is a great way to ensure fresh ingredients in every meal. This method cuts down on one of the most daunting aspects of making lunch every day by getting all of your fixings in order ahead of schedule. You can then put a sandwich or salad together, heat your meal quickly in the morning, or bring your ingredients to work. In addition to storage containers, condiment containers and plastic, resealable bags are big helpers.
Best products to help you meal prep for work
Best meal prep tools
Instant Pot Duo 7-In-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
The slow cooker is every meal prepper’s secret weapon. The ultimate tool for batch-cooking, it can even cut time from meal prep — just throw everything in and let it stew. And what makes the Instant Pot Duo so up for the task is the sheer number of functions it can perform. From cooking rice to steaming vegetables, you’ll be able to hit all the food groups using one device.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
GreaterGoods Digital Food Kitchen Scale
Whether you’re counting calories or just trying to even out your portions, a food scale is a critical kitchen tool for meal prep. It can help you stay on track with your diet or meal plan and take the guesswork out of lunchtime at the office.
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Tiluck Stainless Steel Measuring Cups & Spoons Set
This comprehensive set of measuring cups for dry goods not only helps with basic recipe prep but also portion control. Made from food-grade stainless steel, the cups have embossed and etched measurements so they’ll never rub off.
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Pyrex Glass Measuring Cups Set
Oven-, microwave- and freezer-safe, these liquid measuring cups are a game changer in the kitchen. Great for pouring broths, stirring sauces and mixing marinades, you’ll never have to worry about rinsing tiny dry-good cups mid-recipe with these dedicated tools of the trade.
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Best food storage for meal prep
Bayco 8-Pack Glass Meal Prep Containers
Divided into three compartments, these bento-box style containers are perfect for apportioning meals. They’re made of glass, so you can store your meals in the fridge for the week and reheat them at work. The airtight lids prevent spillage during transport, and with eight containers, you’re set for the week (even if you forget to wash a couple).
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Arctic Zone Canvas Expandable Horizontal Lunch Box
With a mature design and adjustable shoulder strap, this lunchbox is great for office workers on the go. It’s large enough for most food prep boxes and expands so you can add snacks, a drink, or an ice pack to keep your food fresh.
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Cooler Shock Reusable Ice Pack
Never worry about yucky spoiled lunches and food poisoning with these cooler packs. Designed with a low melting point, these can keep your food cool for up to 8 hours.
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Condiment Cups Containers with Lids
These miniature plastic storage containers are great for dressings, sauces and condiments. They’re available in a few sizes for those who want a convenient way to break up dry foods into snack-size groups.
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Best meal prep seasoning
Make Your Day Condiment Packets
Condiment packets are a lifesaver, preventing both soggy sandwiches and dry lunches. This set of five has all of the essentials to cover a variety of meals so you don’t have to worry about lugging around half your fridge for flavor. You get 50 packs each of ketchup, mustard, relish, mayonnaise and barbecue sauce for a total of 250 pieces.
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On-The-Go Assorted Hot Sauce Condiment Packets With Mini Hot Sauce Packets Keychain
When it comes to condiments, you can’t forget the hot sauce, and this huge assortment has a spicy packet for just about any kind of meal. This is a great flavor enhancer for the meal prepper who likes to cook all around the world. And it even includes a mini squeeze bottle for those whole like to make their own hot sauces at home.
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NEW YORK, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for ENDP, MREO, REV, AAL, and LI.
To see how InvestorsObserver's proprietary scoring system rates these stocks, view the InvestorsObserver's PriceWatch Alert by selecting the corresponding link.
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CLEVELAND, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CLEANLIFE®, a leading provider of highly customized LED lighting solutions and smart home technology, is excited to announce the addition of Nico Machi as the Director of Research and Development.
Machi is a seasoned engineering professional with 32 years of experience overall with the last 22 years working specifically with LED technology. Along with his educational background that includes a B.S. in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering and a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Nico has acquired 17 patents, many awards and hold a Six Sigma Black Belt.
Among his many accomplishments at Honeywell, Mr. Machi has been a leading figure in the development of the first LED position lights and anti-collision lighting systems for major aircraft like the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Boeing C-17 Globemaster III. He was the lead project engineer for the first FAA Certified LED forward position light.
More recently, Nico has worked for GE Lighting, EYE Lighting and Luminance Brands in the development of commercial and industrial applications for LED lighting and ceiling fans.
CLEANLIFE ® CEO Justin Miller commented on the hiring, "Nico's track record and experience with LED's will help CLEANLIFE ® continue to provide our customers with a level of expertise and knowledge that is second to none in the lighting industry."
CLEANLIFE® was founded in 2011 in Cleveland, Ohio with a focus on supplying LED lighting as a cleaner, more versatile, and more energy-efficient alternative to traditional lighting. While CLEANLIFE® continues to supply LED lighting products that improve energy efficiency and the environment, the future of LED lighting is Finding a Better Way™ to connect people with their homes and create productive, comfortable living environments. Smart products developed by CLEANLIFE® will make this connection for consumers by allowing them to control lighting and other aspects of their home with their smart device for a truly personal experience.
For more information, please visit www.cleanlife.com or email info@cleanlife.com
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(WXIN) – The FBI, working with state and local partners for two weeks in August, says they located 37 actively missing children and located or identified 84 minor victims of child sex trafficking and child sexual exploitation offenses during a nationwide sex trafficking initiative dubbed, “Operation Cross Country.”
“Human trafficking is among the most heinous crimes the FBI encounters,” FBI Director Christopher Wray said. “Unfortunately, such crimes—against both adults and children—are far more common than most people realize. As we did in this operation, the FBI and our partners will continue to find and arrest traffickers, identify and help victims, and raise awareness of the exploitation our most vulnerable populations.”
In addition to identifying and locating adolescent victims, the FBI and its partners also located 141 adult victims of human trafficking, according to a Monday news release.
Investigators identified or arrested 85 suspects of child sexual exploitation or human trafficking offenses.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the average age of the victims located in similar operations is approximately 15.5 years old, while the youngest victim found as part of Operation Cross Country was 11 years old.
Hundreds of state, local, and federal partners worked in conjunction with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children as part of Operation Cross Country, which conducted 391 operations over a two-week period.
As part of FBI Atlanta’s operation, nearly 20 missing kids were found, and four suspected traffickers were arrested. FBI agents from the Indianapolis Division tell Nexstar’s WXIN that their involvement resulted in nine juvenile victims being located or identified locally. Three sex offenders were also located or identified as part of local operations between FBI agents and the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
“The success of Operation Cross County reinforces what NCMEC sees every day. Children are being bought and sold for sex in communities across the country by traffickers, gangs and even family members,” said Michelle DeLaune, President and CEO National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/fbi-locates-37-missing-children-141-adults-during-nationwide-sex-trafficking-operation/ | 2022-08-15T21:17:03Z |
Key Highlights
- Paradigm as an NFL Alumni Health corporate member has entered into a research partnership to inform NFL Alumni members about osteoarthritis (OA) and potential clinical trial participation.
- NFL Alumni Health is a wholly owned subsidiary of NFL Alumni offering informational resources, programs, services, and other benefits to both NFL Alumni members (former NFL players, coaches, executives, spouses, cheerleaders, and associate members) and the general public.
- Paradigm was introduced to NFL Alumni Health by expanded access program (EAP) participants, who have become strong advocates of Zilosul® for knee osteoarthritis (KOA) treatment based on their positive experiences.
- Paradigm's designation by NFL Alumni Health as a research partner demonstrates Paradigm's leading role in developing a multi-modal non-addictive treatment for the pain and dysfunction associated with KOA.
- Paradigm previously treated 10 former NFL players suffering from KOA via an FDA-cleared EAP with pentosan polysulfate sodium (Zilosul®). At the 12-week time point (6 weeks following final injection), participants experienced an average 65% reduction in pain as assessed with the WOMAC® index.
NEW YORK, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: PAR) (Paradigm or the Company) a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focussed on repurposing existing molecules for new indications with unmet clinical needs, is pleased to announce it has entered into a corporate partnership with NFL Alumni Health (NFLAH). This partnership will inform NFL Alumni Association (NFLAA) members about osteoarthritis disease onset and progression, current treatment options, and provide information about actively enrolling clinical trials throughout the U.S.
The NFLAA has over 10,000 members and represents former NFL players, coaches, executives, spouses, cheerleaders, and associate members through its 40 chapters across the U.S. NFL Alumni Health is a wholly owned subsidiary of NFLAA offering informational resources, programs, services, and other benefits to NFLAA members and the general public. This division of the NFLAA appraises corporate partners that may provide beneficial research opportunities in health areas relevant to their members. NFL Alumni Health oversee the vetting process to ensure they bring credible and meaningful health sector-related partnerships to their membership. Paradigm's designation as NFLAH's newest corporate and research partner demonstrates its leading role in developing a safe and effective potential treatment for those suffering with OA.
Kyle Richardson, NFL Alumni Association Co-Director of Healthcare Initiatives, commented on the partnership: "The NFL Alumni Health division of the NFL Alumni Association are driven to provide initiatives that help its members learn more about and gain access to safe and effective treatments through clinical trials and other FDA-approved treatment options. In males under the age of 60, arthritis is over three times more prevalent in retired NFL players than in the general U.S. population. We are pleased to hear the positive experience several of our alumni members have had through working with Paradigm and we hope this partnership will inform a larger number of alumni on the disease of osteoarthritis and the available clinical trials that are currently enrolling participants."
Paradigm previously submitted an IND application for an expanded access program protocol to treat 10 patients for osteoarthritis-associated knee pain with Zilosul®. The US FDA provided clearance for this program to proceed in September 2019. On 30th July 2020, Paradigm released the results of this EAP demonstrating that at week 12, the 10 participants treated with Zilosul® achieved an average WOMAC® pain reduction of 65%. Zilosul® was well tolerated in this program.
Paradigm remained in close contact with the EAP physician and participants, leading to an introduction to NFL Alumni Health. The NFL endorsed this partnership following a review of Paradigm's clinical program results as well as the ongoing global registration clinical trial. Paradigm's introduction from such an enthusiastic group within their own membership made Paradigm an ideal partnering candidate to present to their constituency.
Paradigm CEO, Marco Polizzi commented, "Having followed the progress of the expanded access program participants and hearing first-hand the positive impact Zilosul® has had on their lives. Paradigm is honoured to be able to continue to work with NFL Alumni members to inform them of the onset and progression of osteoarthritis and Paradigm's clinical progress through phase 3 as we strive to bring Zilosul® to commercialisation for the millions suffering from the debilitating effects of OA."
Access EAP study results here: https://paradigmbiopharma.com/performance-progress/#announcements
NFL Alumni Health: https://nflalumnihealth.org
Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of joint disease, affecting up to 16% of the population in the developed world, with more than 72 million people in the US, EU5, Canada, and Australia suffering from it1. OA has a significant impact on day-to-day functioning. Although the levels of pain and disability may fluctuate, it has no known cure or spontaneous remission and is associated with irreversible structural damage and progression over time.
About Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals
Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals LTD (ASX: PAR) is a late-stage drug development company with the mission to develop and commercialise pentosan polysulfate sodium (PPS/Zilosul®) for the treatment of pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders driven by injury, inflammation, aging, degenerative disease, infection or genetic predisposition. Paradigm is also exploring proof-of-concept studies for the use of PPS in respiratory and heart failure indications.
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This Company announcement contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding anticipated commencement dates or completions dates of preclinical or clinical trials, regulatory developments and regulatory approval. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees or predictions of future performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond our control, and which may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the statements contained in this presentation. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements.
References
1 Global Health Data Exchange, Institute for Health and Metrics Evaluation, University of Washington. Accessed June 2021 http://ghdx.healthdata.org/gbd-results-tool.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for BBBY, PLUG, UBX, EAR, and FUBO.
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Pottsboro prepares for White Oak in region semifinals
Published: May. 25, 2022 at 11:22 PM CDT|Updated: 36 minutes ago
POTTSBORO, Texas (KXII) - The Pottsboro Cardinals are rolling right along in these high school baseball playoffs.
The Cards have put together a great season and will face White Oak in a series that starts on Thursday at North Forney High School.
The Cards have been flying high as they get ready for the region semifinals.
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BreakAway to help execute XFL's technology initiatives focused on holistic player development
XFL will scout and further develop talent using BreakAway's cutting-edge technologies
In partnership with BreakAway, the XFL will be the first sports league to empower athletes with total access to own their performance data
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NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The XFL today announced a partnership with BreakAway Data ("BreakAway"), a high-performance sports company that leverages cutting-edge technology and data insights to help athletes and coaches optimize performance, training, recovery and player health. The XFL will utilize BreakAway's full suite of products and advisory services, including its athlete data software (BreakAway mobile app), player biomechanics assessments (Field Labs) and its athlete management system (Stacks), to enhance the XFL's player development and technology strategy. The XFL will also use BreakAway's technologies at its upcoming showcase series, which will take place in six cities across the U.S. starting in June.
BreakAway will serve as an extension of the XFL's enterprise technology team, helping formulate and build a comprehensive, next-generation player data strategy. This includes an advisory role in evaluating and onboarding new football tech partners that align with football operations. As part of this relationship, BreakAway will build new products fueled by player data that will strengthen player development, empower peak athlete performance and unlock unique fan engagement experiences.
"BreakAway is an industry leader in sports data, using best-in-class technology to turn intangibles into measurables and leveraging those findings to improve and enhance the player development cycle from scouting through game time," said Russ Brandon, XFL President. "The XFL has always been an innovative league, and we're continuing to invest in the latest technologies to further enhance the game of football. The ability to use player data efficiently and effectively presents a huge opportunity for us. We are looking forward to working with BreakAway and exploring new ways to enhance our innovation initiatives across our league."
At the XFL's showcase series this summer, BreakAway will organize high-tech, position-specific drills to highlight athletes' strengths and their ability to execute real football moves in game-like situations. All prospects who participate in the showcases will have their biomechanics data automatically uploaded into the BreakAway mobile app.
"As a League, we are committed to putting athletes first and setting them up for success both on and off the field," said Doug Whaley, Senior Vice President, Player Personnel, of the XFL. "Athletes should have full access to their data, and with BreakAway's technology, all XFL players will be able to track their performance and progress in one place."
Players who make XFL rosters will have performance data continuously uploaded into their BreakAway app, which can log data from any source. Leading up to and throughout the season, XFL teams will organize performance data using BreakAway's athlete management system, Stacks, which connects to the apps and gives players and coaches a modern engagement, development and communication tool.
"The data we collect for athletes in the BreakAway app is their personal scoreboard to measure progress and get the most out of themselves every day," said BreakAway Data CEO David Anderson. "The age of athlete data ownership is long overdue. It's fitting that the XFL, a league known for its innovation, is now giving players the ability to look deep within themselves and understand everything about their performance through the lens of data. It's a new way of doing things, a better way of doing things."
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The XFL's ownership group—led by Dany Garcia, Dwayne Johnson, and Gerry Cardinale's RedBird Capital Partners—is building a fan-first, fast-paced global professional football league with innovative rules and an enhanced 360-game experience. The XFL will bring entertainment to world-class football, with the goal of advancing football and expanding player opportunities when it launches in February 2023.
About BreakAway Data
BreakAway is a high-performance sports company that delivers actionable, cutting-edge data insights to athletes via the BreakAway app (which connects to Stacks, the company's coaching portal for teams). BreakAway not only collects biomechanics data on athletes, it also puts all forms of athlete data—from any source—at the heart of development and engagement, empowering players and coaches to optimize performance, health, and daily improvements that create a winning culture. BreakAway is utilized by Power 5 football programs, NFL MVPs, Super Bowl champions, NBA All-Stars, Olympic gold medalists, pro and D1 athletes, Elite 11, Under Armour Next, and those who desire to be elite.
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Armed and dangerous: 3 inmates on run after cutting through jail ceiling, officials say
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KYTV) - The U.S. Marshals have taken on the search for three escaped inmates out of Missouri.
Officials said Lance Justin Stephens, Matthew Allen Crawford, and Christopher Allen Blevins escaped June 2 during the evening from jail in Barry County.
According to authorities, the three men cut a hole in the ceiling, entered a water heater storage area, and then broke an exit door.
The Barry County Sheriff’s Office said jail workers didn’t realize the three men were gone until the following morning.
The escaped inmates are considered armed and dangerous.
Officials in Barry County said the U.S. Marshals are better equipped to handle the manhunt.
Investigators believe the trio is currently in Kansas.
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VALCOURT, QC, Aug. 30, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) will hold its second quarter FY23 financial results conference call on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
José Boisjoli, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Sébastien Martel, Chief Financial Officer, will present the results of the second quarter of FY23 and address questions from analysts on a conference call at 9 a.m. (EDT).
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The premiere of Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" is still a year away, and yet Ryan Gosling has found a way to turn every press appearance into an excuse to wax poetic about his upcoming role as the plastic boy-toy Ken.
As Gosling tells it, some time ago, director Gerwig offered Gosling the part of Ken. The script was the "best ... [he'd] ever read," he told host Jimmy Fallon, but he wanted to take a moment and consider the decision in the fresh air.
When he walked into his backyard, he received a sign from the universe: An otherwise-pristine, shirtless Ken doll, facedown in the mud next to a "squished lemon," Gosling said.
The future Ken snapped a photo of the affecting scene, perhaps a sign from the universe, and texted it to Gerwig.
"I said, 'I shall be your Ken. For his story must be told,'" Gosling told Fallon.
And though the film recently wrapped, Gosling is continuing to name-drop his beloved Mattel character wherever he goes, even when he's promoting his other projects, and he defends Ken fiercely against detractors.
"I was surprised how some people were kind of clutching their pearls about my Ken, as if they ever thought about Ken for a second before this!" Gosling said, pointing a faux-angry, accusatory finger. "They never played with Ken!"
Then the conversation turned bleak and existential: "Nobody plays with Ken, man," Gosling lamented. "He's an accessory, and not even one of the cool ones."
This isn't the first time Gosling has considered the failings of Ken's seemingly plush life. In an interview earlier this month with Entertainment Tonight, Gosling said that life in plastic is much harder than the life of the fictional mercenary he plays in Netflix's "The Gray Man."
"Ken's got no money, he's got no job, he's got no car, he's got no house," Gosling said in the earlier interview. "He's going through some stuff."
But the "Barbie" film will be much more fun than Gosling's devastating descriptions of Ken make it out to be, he assured Fallon this week.
"Those are not plot details; those are just objective facts about Ken," he said. "That's the Ken life."
Until "Barbie" hits theaters in July 2023, we can just hope the universe will continue to guide Gosling to wedge Ken into all his interviews for the foreseeable future.
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Bicyclist struck, killed in crash near Haworth
Published: May. 12, 2022 at 9:59 AM CDT|Updated: 52 minutes ago
MCCURTAIN COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - An Idabel bicyclist is dead after being hit by a car in McCurtain County Tuesday night.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said 44-year-old Rachel J. Westbrooks was traveling eastbound on Ruby Hill Rd on a bicycle, failed to yield at a stop sign and was struck by an SUV driven by Adrianne L. Johnson, of Broken Bow, that was traveling northbound on Pollard Rd.
Westbrooks was pronounced dead at the scene.
Troopers said she was not wearing a helmet.
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Family Entertainment Destination and Restaurant Brand Create Alliances with Athletes Joseph Girard III and Benny Williams
WESTFORD, Mass., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Entertainment®, a family entertainment destination for people of all ages, and 110 Grill®, the fastest growing allergy-friendly restaurant brand in the Northeast, both located at Destiny USA in Syracuse, New York, have established relationships with Syracuse University Men's Basketball Team Players Joseph Girard III and Benny Williams. With the support and connections of Elite NIL, these new partnerships were established to raise visibility with and increase community connection to the Syracuse market. The collaborative work between both Apex Entertainment and 110 Grill with Elite NIL has grown considerably over the last 12 months.
"It's great to be working with Joe and Benny in what is sure to be an exciting season on the court," said Rob Luzzi, Director of Field Marketing, RAVentures. "We plan to match their enthusiasm and commitment to excellence with some exciting, entertaining and delicious experiences as well at Apex and 110 Grill!"
Additionally, Apex Entertainment and 110 Grill partnered with Syracuse-based and student-run Out2Win Sports, a sports marketing agency, for all photo and video content on the Girard and Williams partnerships. A senior this year, Joe Girard is the 65th player in Syracuse history to reach the 1,000 point milestone. Rising-sophomore forward, Benny Williams, has been included by CBS Sports as a top "10 break-out players within the ACC prior to the 2022-23 campaign commencing."
Apex Entertainment®, which first opened in Destiny USA in December 2018, is a family entertainment destination. It features 24 bowling lanes and attractions such as a large arcade, laser tag, bumper cars, axe throwing and more. Apex also features a full-service restaurant and boasts the largest meeting space in Destiny USA that is ideal for corporate outings and special occasions such as birthday and holiday parties.
110 Grill®, with its modern American cuisine and commitment to allergy awareness, first opened in Destiny USA in February 2019 and features a spacious dining area, large horseshoe shaped bar, open kitchen and an outdoor patio overlooking Lake Onondaga. 110 Grill® features a unique menu ranging from steaks to salads to burgers and sandwiches, but notably, the entire menu can be made to gluten free.
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ROME (AP) — Pope Francis on Saturday blasted Catholics who, hewing to old-school versions of liturgy like the Latin Mass, have made an ideological battleground of the issue, decrying what he described as devil-inspired divisiveness in the church.
Francis pressed his papacy’s battle against traditionalists, whose prominent members include some ultra-conservative cardinals. They have resisted restrictions, imposed last year by the Vatican, on celebrations of the old Mass in Latin in St. Peter’s Basilica and, more generally, for years have disparaged the modernizing reforms of the Second Vatican Council in the 1960s.
Speaking at the Vatican to instructors and students of the Pontifical Liturgical Institute, Francis said it’s not possible to worship God while using the liturgy as a “battleground” for nonessential questions that divide the church.
Francis has made clear he prefers Mass celebrated in local languages, with the priest facing the congregation instead of with his back to the pews. That was the way Mass was celebrated before the revolutionary Vatican Council reforms, more than a half century-ago, which aimed at making rank-and-file Catholics feel more connected to liturgical celebrations.
“I underline again that liturgical life, and the study of it, must lead to greater ecclesial unity, not to division,” the pope told the institute’s participants. “When liturgical life is a bit of a banner for division, there is the odor of the devil being inside there, the deceiver.”
“It’s not possible to render worship to God and at the same time make a battleground of liturgy for questions that aren’t essential,” Francis added.
Last year, two prominent cardinals questioned the legitimacy of a Vatican decree placing restrictions of the celebration of the old Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica and forbidding private Masses in its side chapels.
Such traditionalists have openly voiced hostility to Francis. The retired chief of the Vatican’s doctrinal orthodoxy office, German Cardinal Gerhard Mueller, contended that no one was obliged to obey that decree. U.S. Cardinal Raymond Burke, who was given the heave-ho by Francis early in his papacy from a Vatican post, called for the decree to be scrapped.
Francis told his audience on Saturday that “every reform creates some resistance.” He recalled that, when he was a youngster, Pope Pius XII allowed faithful to drink water before receiving Communion and that scandalized opponents.
Similar indignation followed later reforms allowing Catholics to fulfill their weekly Mass obligation by attending an evening service instead of on Sunday mornings.
Francis also blasted what he called “closed mentalities” that exploit the liturgy.
“This is the drama we are living, in ecclesial groups which are moving away from the Church, putting in question” the authority of bishops and of the church, he said.
In 2016, a breakaway traditionalist Catholic group, the Society of St. Pius X, accused Francis of sowing confusion and errors about the faith, joining a chorus of conservative criticism over what they perceived as the pontiff’s lax doctrine.
In 1969, the late Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre founded the society, opposed to the modernizing church reforms of the 1960s. In one of the more spectacular chapters of the Vatican’s long-running duel with traditionalists, he and four other bishops were later excommunicated by the Vatican after the archbishop consecrated them without papal consent. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/pope-decries-divisions-caused-by-old-school-liturgy-fans/ | 2022-05-07T18:56:05Z |
Market drivers include concerns around CO2 emissions, the safe movement of passengers and cargo, and increasing demand for trucking amid shortage of drivers
BOULDER, Colo., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report from Guidehouse Insights discusses how Internet of Things (IoT) technology is being deployed in the transportation sector, focusing on passenger travel and logistics.
IoT technology in transportation is relatively well-established, though different sectors are at different stages of penetration and use cases vary. One consistent theme is the use of IoT sensors and analytics to improve processes involved in moving passengers and cargo. Governments and transportation operators want to increase cost efficiency, offer a differentiated user experience, and generate new revenue streams through IoT in transportation. According to a new report from Guidehouse Insights, global spending for IoT on transportation is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.6% through 2031.
"As customer-facing settings are well-prepared for IoT deployments, thanks to existing Wi-Fi network deployments in airports and train stations, non-customer-facing settings such as an airport's airside operations will present an important opportunity for growth," says Francesco Radicati, senior research analyst with Guidehouse Insights. "However, the most important constraint to growth will be ensuring that any new deployments adhere to safety protocols, particularly in passenger settings."
Among the factors driving the deployment of IoT technology in the transportation industry are concerns around CO2 emissions and the environment, the safe movement of passengers and cargo, and an increasing demand for trucking amid a shortage of drivers. While the early phases of the COVID-19 pandemic led to a decrease in transportation-related emissions, the travel and logistics industries are expecting demand to return to pre-pandemic levels. However, they will have to address that demand with fewer resources after two years of cost-cutting to remain afloat.
The report, IoT in Transportation Overview, discusses how IoT technology is being deployed in the transportation sector, focusing on passenger travel (primarily aviation and rail) and logistics (primarily trucking and ports). This report describes IoT use cases in airports, rail stations, shipping ports, and trucks and provides information on key players targeting transportation. It also provides forecasts for the expected investment in each sector by global region through 2031. An executive summary of the report is available for free download on the Guidehouse Insights website.
About Guidehouse Insights
Guidehouse Insights, the dedicated market intelligence arm of Guidehouse, provides research, data, and benchmarking services for today's rapidly changing and highly regulated industries. Our insights are built on in-depth analysis of global clean technology markets. The team's research methodology combines supply-side industry analysis, end-user primary research, and demand assessment, paired with a deep examination of technology trends, to provide a comprehensive view of emerging resilient infrastructure systems. Additional information about Guidehouse Insights can be found at www.guidehouseinsights.com.
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Guidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. By combining our public and private sector expertise, we help clients address their most complex challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures focusing on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that help our clients outwit complexity and position them for future growth and success. The company has more than 13,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies. For more information, please visit www.guidehouse.com.
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NEW YORK, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory U.S. will showcase a diverse portfolio of new and recently enhanced solutions for legal professionals at the 2022 American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) Annual Meeting and Conference, taking place in Denver, CO from July 16-19. Following a wave of new offerings in recent years, Wolters Kluwer's portfolio at the conference further demonstrates its strong track record of developing innovative solutions driven by direct feedback from customers.
"The demand for legal technology is being driven by the information explosion and increased regulation, putting more pressure on legal professionals across the country," said Ken Crutchfield, Vice President & General Manager of Legal Markets for Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory U.S. "We are continuing to invest in best-in-class content and solutions that can be seamlessly embedded into our customers' workflow, serving them with more precise and actionable insights and analytics to help them achieve the best possible outcomes for their clients."
With a wide range of solutions on display, Wolters Kluwer will highlight its new and enhanced offerings that combine best-in-class technology, market-leading content, and expert-driven thought leadership.
VitalLaw Laws & Regs Dashboard
Wolters Kluwer has enhanced the Laws & Regs dashboard within VitalLaw, its acclaimed legal research platform that includes complete, comprehensive coverage updated daily. Based on customer feedback, the new updates enable a more powerful search functionality within VitalLaw's vast resources, allowing users to identify future effective dates for laws and regulations. Users can also view the differences between the current version of a law or regulation and the future version once changes go into effect, enabling a streamlined legal research process to identify changes and impacts more quickly and effectively. Users can receive updated bills at the state level within 5-7 days and federal bills once the board reviews them.
VitalLaw Law Firm SharePoint Integration
At AALL, Wolters Kluwer will debut its Law Firm SharePoint Site, expanding the functionality of VitalLaw to make actionable content more accessible across the law firm. In addition, by leveraging Single Sign-On (SSO) and new enhancements, knowledge managers and law librarians will be empowered to provide valuable resources to attorneys at their point of need.
VitalLaw Labor Arbitrator and Awards Analyzer
This new offering provides legal professionals with tools to collect intelligence on labor arbitrators and build a more effective negotiating strategy. Users can access a wide range of valuable information on a particular labor arbitrator, including their history, experience, background on their past case decisions, and more. Launching later this year, Labor Arbitrator and Awards Analyzer is Wolters Kluwer's latest offering in a series of recent enhancements to provide arbitration professionals with comprehensive tools to enable deeper analysis and strategic insights.
Securities Enforcement Analyzer
Wolters Kluwer will preview Securities Enforcement Analyzer, a new tool that will provide users with enhanced search filters and advanced statistics on enforcement action from the S.E.C. The solution will be available to customers later this year through VitalLaw and RBSource.
Wolters Kluwer will be located at Booth #617. Join us to demo several solutions, including VitalLaw® Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Suite, RBsource | RBsourceFilings with RegReview, Tax Essentials, VitalLaw® Labor & Employment Law Portfolio, Kluwer I.P. Law, and more. Conference attendees are invited to join us at one of the following sessions:
- Sunday, July 17: Partner Solutions Day (10:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
- Monday, July 18: Partner Solutions Day (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
- Tuesday, July 19: Product and Q&A Sessions (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
At this year's conference Ken Crutchfield, Vice President and General Manager of Legal Markets for Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory U.S., will moderate a panel entitled "Key Law Firm Library Trends: 2022 and Beyond." The panel will feature industry leaders Cynthia Brown, Director, Research Services, Littler Mendelson P.C.; Saskia Mehlhorn, U.S. Director, Knowledge Services, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP; and Jean P. O'Grady, J.D., M.L.S., Director of Research & Knowledge, Venable L.L.P. The panel will discuss hot topics within the profession, including the evolution of the hybrid work model, the Great Resignation, and the impacts of inflation.
About Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory U.S.
Wolters Kluwer (W.K.L.) is a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services for the healthcare; tax and accounting; governance, risk, and compliance; and legal and regulatory sectors. We help our customers make critical decisions every day by providing expert solutions that combine deep domain knowledge with specialized technology and services.
Wolters Kluwer reported 2021 annual revenues of €4.8 billion. The group serves customers in over 180 countries, maintains operations in over 40 countries, and employs approximately 19,800 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands.
Wolters Kluwer shares are listed on Euronext Amsterdam (W.K.L.) and are included in the A.E.X. and Euronext 100 indices. Wolters Kluwer has a sponsored Level 1 American Depositary Receipt (A.D.R.) program. The A.D.R.s are traded on the over-the-counter market in the U.S. (WTKWY).
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Senior Fluor Executive to Lead Growth in Next Phase of IBAT's Evolution
VANCOUVER, BC, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - International Battery Metals Ltd. (the "Company" or "IBAT") (CSE: IBAT) (OTC: IBATF) (FSE: 8RE) announced today that it has appointed Garry W. Flowers as President, effective July 11, 2022.
Mr. Flowers, who has served on IBAT's advisory board since April 2021, will take over the role from Mr. Tony Colletti, who was appointed interim President of the Company in March 2022. Mr. Colletti will continue to serve on IBAT's Board of Directors.
Mr. Flowers previously served as Executive Vice President of Operations for Fluor Corporation, a global leader in engineering, construction and project management, where he held numerous leadership positions since joining the company in 1978. Mr. Flowers brings proven expertise in engineering design construction, sustainable development, construction technology, field human resources, performance management and cost control.
"Garry has deep experience in engineering, finance, project management, and a proven track record in growing sustainable businesses with a laser focus on cost control and positive outcomes," said IBAT CEO Dr. John Burba. "We look forward to the level of expertise, energy and enthusiasm he will bring to his new role and as the newest member of our executive team."
IBAT is currently testing its first-of-its-kind modular, mobile lithium extraction plant in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The modular plant has been flow-testing lithium-bearing brine since early May, and extracting lithium chloride (LiCl) since mid-May, making IBAT the first company globally to successfully operate a commercial-scale mobile lithium extraction plant. The brine is sourced in the U.S. and is being delivered in significant volume via tanker truck.
"I am thrilled to be joining IBAT at this stage in its evolution, and to be working alongside an industry innovator such as Dr. John Burba," Flowers said. "IBAT's focus on sustainable lithium extraction at scale and its industry-leading technology have the potential to revolutionize the lithium industry for the better, and to ensure North American lithium supply security for the long-term."
As EVP of Operations at Fluor since 2016, Flowers was responsible for construction and fabrication, health, safety and environment, corporate security and investigations, industrial relations, corporate supply chain, and corporate risk.
Among the many senior roles Mr. Flowers has had at Fluor, from 2012 to 2014, he served as Group President of the company's Global Services segment, where he managed a $3B operations and maintenance business sector with 19,000 employees in more than 100 countries, and subsidiaries AMECO (equipment rental company) and TRS, Fluor's temporary staffing company. Mr. Flowers also served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC, the Fluor-led partnership that oversees the management, cleanup, and operations at the Department of Energy's Savannah River Site.
Mr. Flowers is a graduate of Furman University in South Carolina, where he earned a bachelor's degree in political science. Active in a variety of civic and professional organizations, he is a past member of the Executive Council of the U.S. Department of State, Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) and he is a past director on the board of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance. He resides with his wife in Isle of Palms, South Carolina.
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The wine company's new brand campaign evokes humor and relatability to resonate with wine drinkers who desire an easier way to find bottles they'll love without the guesswork.
NAPA VALLEY, Calif., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Firstleaf, America's most personalized wine company, curating world-class wines tailored to individual tastes, has launched its latest campaign, "Wine Made Simple."
Developed in partnership with Firstleaf's new creative agency, GALE, and directed by The DADS of Alpen Pictures, the campaign features a couple navigating an all-too-familiar wine journey that is cleverly rooted in consumer truths. Faced with endless choices and confusing jargon, the couple struggles to find a wine they like. Infusing humor and personality, the Firstleaf guide who accompanies the couple on their journey points out a common sentiment, "It feels like you need a degree in grapes to find wines you'll love."
"If you've ever surveyed the "Great Wall of Wine" in a retail store and sheepishly picked the $20 bottle because of the standout label, you're not alone," said Patty Montagno, VP of Brand and Creative at Firstleaf.
With nearly 65,000 wine producers worldwide, more than 10,000 grape varieties, and labels that don't tell you anything about what the wine will taste like, it's no wonder people are so confused when it comes to buying wine. The bizarre tasting notes, esoteric language like "carbonic maceration," and the fact that a wine you like one year can taste very different the next, only adds to the confusion.
These truths are the very premise on which Firstleaf was built. Founder and CEO, Philip James, sought to enhance the joy of wine exploration by making it easy for all wine drinkers to find bottles they love without the guesswork.
Wine is one of the most complex and fragmented consumer products in the world. Given the number of compounds contributing to flavors, aromas, structures, vintages, terroirs, vineyards and more, it has nearly infinite variety. When you couple that endless complexity with our different palates, choosing the right wine is anything but easy. That's where Firstleaf comes in.
"In an industry that makes it intimidating to explore for fear of choosing wrong or being disappointed, the tonality and relatability of the spot draws you in, makes you laugh, and positions Firstleaf as the hero who helps simplify a complex process," said Montagno. "Breaking Firstleaf from the sea of category sameness, it also sends the message that not only should wine be personal, you shouldn't need a degree in grapes to find a good bottle."
Recognized on Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies, Firstleaf is pioneering personalization in the wine industry. Firstleaf analyzes 3 million data points to select bottle curations for each individual shipment. Once customers take the quiz and rate their first 3 bottles, Firstleaf can predict which wines they will love, resulting in a 96% approval rating of bottles received. With new wine in every box, tailored to each person's unique taste, Firstleaf removes the "hit or miss" but leaves the adventure of finding new favorites.
For more information on Firstleaf, visit www.firstleaf.com.
About Firstleaf
America's most personalized wine company, Firstleaf uses millions of data points to produce and curate each shipment of award-winning wine from around the world so that members can explore new bottles and discover new favorites tailored to their taste. Founded by Philip James, a wine industry veteran and Oxford-educated chemist, the subscription service unites the art and science of wine. Firstleaf brings together proprietary technology, expert winemakers and a WSET-certified concierge team, to build a unique Wine Profile for each member and curate each shipment individually. With no preset packs or boxes, Firstleaf has over 82 million combinations of wines possible and 98% of its monthly boxes are unique. Named 2021 Wine Company of the Year in the Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition, Firstleaf's wines have won over 2,000 awards with more than 300 bottles scoring over 90 points. Its team of winemakers sample over 10,000 wines each year across 5 continents and 12 countries to select only the finest bottles. With a 96% approval rate of the world-class wines chosen for their 140,000 club members, Firstleaf's deep understanding of winemaking and technology ensures the perfect selection for beginners to experts. For more information, please visit www.firstleaf.com.
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly one hundred individual runners and walkers are expected to join together at Mt. Vernon Trail in Alexandria, VA. commemorating Purple Heart Day, Sunday August 7th, 2022 to raise funds for and promote awareness of the struggles combat wounded veterans suffering from PTSD face when they return home. The charity race will be hosted by The Purple Heart Foundation. This event will include a clothing donation drop off location with our Greendrop partner,as well as a brief awards reception, and more! The proceeds of this event will fund Purple Heart Foundation's core Veteran support programs:Critical Assistance Grants, Academic scholarships, Service dog program, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) resources.
"We are excited to announce this annual event. We welcome both runners and walkers to support our honorable cause of enhancing the lives of our veterans and their families. Our intention is to both raise funds for Veterans wounded in combat as well as raise awareness of the serious issues they face when they return home." Says CEO, Steve Ruckman. This event dovetails financial support with exercise, a combination that helps our veterans with their physical and mental health. The act of exercising can improve one's cardiovascular health and can also improve mental health by reducing PTSD and depression symptoms. Purple Heart Foundation is committed to hosting events like their annual 5k and charity golf tournament as a way to encourage a healthy lifestyle through the comradery of other veterans and supporters.
Registration for the Purple Heart 5K will be $40 through Race Day. Online registration will close on Saturday, August 6 at 8:00 pm. This event is free to veterans.
The Military Order of the Purple Heart Service Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that raises funds to support our nation's veterans and their families. Active for over 60 years, it has funded programs, services, research efforts and more. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of Purple Heart recipients and other honorably discharged veterans and their families.
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Companies Will Jointly Market AI Solutions Based Upon Remark's Smart Safety Platform (SSP)
LAS VEGAS, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Remark Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARK), a diversified global technology company with leading artificial intelligence ("AI") solutions and digital media properties, today announced that it has been accepted as an Axis Technology Integration Partner. Remark's Smart Safety Platform (SSP), a leading video analytics solution, is now available with the Axis family of network and surveillance cameras with built-in deep learning processing units.
"Axis is a global market leader in surveillance and network cameras. We are pleased to have been accepted as an Axis Technology Integration Partner, recognizing the value added by our AI-powered SSP," noted Kai-Shing Tao, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Remark Holdings.
Remark AI's SSP is built on AIoT architecture, enabling edge computing on AI boxes and servers for both on-premises and cloud-deployment solutions. Through the Technology Integration Partner Program, and by leveraging the AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP), Remark AI SSP's advanced deep-learning-based edge video analytic functions will be available directly on Axis Communications' upgraded camera series. Such a solution can complement Remark's current edge-computing capability and provide Axis's and Remark's customers with a better solution which includes camera-based edge AI functions, real-time processing, reduced hardware costs, and reduced storage and bandwidth requirements, thereby leading to greater flexibility and cost efficiency for large-scale deployments.
The Axis Technology Integration Partner Program is designed for partners who already have a commercially-viable application or solution in the market, or one very close to commercial launch, and which provide business and product support to their customers. In addition to extensive technical support to ensure the seamless integration of partner solutions with Axis products, partners in the program benefit from a joint go-to-market strategy, including business and marketing resources and support.
About Axis Communications, Inc.
Axis enables a smarter and safer world by creating solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, Axis offers solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems. They are enhanced by intelligent analytics applications and supported by high-quality training. Axis has around 4,000 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with technology and system integration partners worldwide to deliver customer solutions. Axis was founded in 1984, and the headquarters are in Lund, Sweden. For more information about Axis, please visit its website www.axis.com
About Remark Holdings, Inc.
Remark Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARK) delivers an integrated suite of AI solutions that enable businesses and organizations to solve problems, reduce risk and deliver positive outcomes. The company's easy-to-install AI products are being rolled out in a wide range of applications within the retail, public safety and workplace arenas. The company also owns and operates an e-commerce digital media property focused on a luxury beach lifestyle. The company's corporate headquarters and U.S. operations are based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and it also maintains operations in London, England and Shanghai, China. The operations of the variable interest entities that the company consolidates are headquartered in Chengdu, China with additional operations in Hangzhou. For more information, please visit the company's website at www.remarkholdings.com.
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HUSKVARNA, Sweden, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
A quarter marked by continued supply chain constraints
Second quarter 2022
- Net sales increased by 8% to SEK 15,792m (14,614). The organic growth was -7%, changes in exchange rates contributed with 8% and acquisitions with 8% (growth numbers are rounded).
- Operating income was SEK 2,065m (2,659) and the operating margin was 13.1% (18.2). Excluding items affecting comparability, operating income was SEK 2,075m (2,645) and the operating margin was 13.1% (18.1).
- Items affecting comparability amounted to SEK -10m (14), and related to restructuring costs in Russia, see page 19.
- Earnings per share before dilution amounted to SEK 2.48 (3.49) and earnings per share after dilution amounted to SEK 2.47 (3.48).
- Cash flow from operations and investments was SEK 699m (3,174), the decrease was mainly related to lower operating profit and higher inventories. Direct operating cash flow was SEK 1,803m (2,875).
- Operating working capital / net sales amounted to 25.7% (21.1).
- Husqvarna Group acquired Heger, a leading company specialized in professional diamond tools for the European construction market.
January – June 2022
- Net sales increased by 10% to SEK 31,477m (28,644). The organic growth was -5%, changes in exchange rates contributed with 7% and acquisitions with 8%.
- Operating income was SEK 4,224m (4,952) and the operating margin was 13.4% (17.3). Excluding items affecting comparability, operating income was SEK 4,265m (4,938) and the operating margin was 13.5% (17.2).
- Items affecting comparability amounted to a net of SEK -41m (14), see page 19.
- Earnings per share before dilution amounted to SEK 5.35 (6.39) and earnings per share after dilution amounted to SEK 5.34 (6.37).
- Cash flow from operations and investments was SEK -520m (4,723). Direct operating cash flow was SEK 351m (3,018).
A quarter marked by continued supply chain constraints
"The overall demand for Husqvarna Group's products and services was good during the second quarter. Sales of professional products in the Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division, as well as sales in the Husqvarna Construction Division were good. For ride-on mowers, the supply chain situation improved during the quarter and sales grew strongly. However, for robotic mowers to the residential market, supply chain constraints were exacerbated due to the COVID-related lockdowns in China. This affected our ability to meet customers' demand and sales decreased significantly. Organic growth for the Group was -7% (14) and the equivalent growth excluding robotic mowers was -1% for the second quarter.
Organic growth amounted to -8% for the Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division and -10% for the Gardena Division in the second quarter. Sales for both divisions were adversely affected by the supply situation in robotics. In the Gardena Division, sales of watering products declined as a result of a delayed season start due to cold weather in combination with our retail partners in the European core markets started the year with relatively high inventory levels. The Husqvarna Construction Division achieved organic growth of 2%, in part driven by strong sales of power cutters.
Operating profit for the second quarter amounted to SEK 2,075m (2,645), excluding items affecting comparability. Price increases continued to offset increased costs for raw materials and logistics, while lower volumes impacted the result. The product mix was unfavorable with lower volumes of robotic mowers and watering solutions and higher volumes of ride-on mowers.
Direct operating cash flow amounted to SEK 1,803m (2,875) for the second quarter. The decline was related to lower operating profit as well as higher inventories of components in general, semi-finished products and goods in transit, all stemming from the unpredictable component supply environment. Our ambition is to reduce the inventory levels for the remainder of the year. Although, this will also be dependent on how the supply chain situation develops.
Focus on sustainable value creation
Our vibrant brands are well positioned in attractive segments and our unique innovation capability enables us to create value and deliver on our Sustainovate targets. Examples of progress on our sustainable value creation strategy are the strong growth of robotic mowers in the professional segment including the successful launch of CEORA™, the robotic mower that provides cost-efficient commercial turf care management. The Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division has also joined the Power for All Alliance we co-founded with Bosch, for consumer 18V battery-powered products, to complement its 36V offering. In the Husqvarna Construction Division, we have launched new ranges of dust extractors, both delivering improved construction site environments as well as a significant improvement in energy efficiency for our end-customers. We are delivering on our CO₂ emission reduction target, achieving a reduction across the value chain (scope 1, 2 and 3) of -30% compared with our 2025 target of -35%. This is despite an unfavorable product mix during the quarter.
In summary, the quarter was marked by continued disturbances in the supply chain. We are doing our utmost to support our customers for the remainder of the season, however the global supply chain situation is still fluid and unpredictable. We have a dedicated and flexible organization that, in parallel with the implementation of short-term measures, is executing on our strategy and our long-term value creation."
Henric Andersson, President and CEO
Webcast presentation and telephone conference
A webcast presentation of the Q2 report, hosted by Henric Andersson, President & CEO, and Terry Burke, CFO, will be held at 10:00 CET on July 15, 2022.
To view the presentation, please use the link: https://husqvarna-group.creo.se/220715
The dial-in to the telephone conference (in order to ask questions): +46 (0) 8 5051 0031 (Sweden) or +44 207 107 06 13 (UK).
Dates for Financial Reports 2022
October 21 - Interim report for January-September
Contacts:
Terry Burke, CFO and Executive Vice President, Finance, IR & Communication, +46 8 738 90 00
Johan Andersson, Vice President, Investor Relations, +46 702 100 451
Husqvarna AB (publ), P.O. Box 7454, SE-103 92 Stockholm
Regeringsgatan 28, +46 8 738 90 00, www.husqvarnagroup.com
Reg. Nr: 556000-5331
NASDAQ OMX Stockholm: HUSQ A, HUSQ B
This report contains insider information that Husqvarna AB is required to disclose under the EU Market Abuse Regulation and the Securities Markets Act. The information was submitted for publication, through the contact person set out above, at 07.30 CET on July 15, 2022.
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BENGALURU, India, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sasken Technologies Ltd. (BSE: 532663) (NSE: SASKEN), a leading product engineering and digital transformation solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Abhijit Kabra as Chief Executive Officer reporting to Chairman & Managing Director, Rajiv C Mody. Abhijit will work towards significantly scaling business, both organically and inorganically.
His proven track record of building business that leverage technology as a growth enabler will be of immense value to accelerate Sasken's business transformation journey.
"Abhijit is a leader admired by all stakeholders for his proven ability to build and execute business at scale. He has essayed senior management roles at some of the biggest global corporations. His wide-ranging experience spans multiple industries, technologies, and geographies. He is known for his strategic thinking, customer management, commercial acumen, and business ethics. As a rainmaker, he has delivered incredible growth in the product engineering and digital service arenas spanning a plethora of industries," said Rajiv C Mody. "The Board of Directors and I are excited to have Abhijit join Sasken. This will bring momentum and velocity to our transformational journey, to firmly entrench us a market leader in the 'Chip-to-cognition' space," added Rajiv C Mody.
"The timing is perfect for Sasken to capitalize on the immense growth opportunities in what has been described by NASSCOM as the tech-decade. I am committed to this vision and will endeavor to leverage the strong foundation built by Sasken over the last three decades. Sasken is unique and respected for its world class global talent and marquee customers. I am delighted with the opportunity to unlock value for all stakeholders," said Abhijit Kabra. "Sasken has deep expertise in cutting edge technologies including 5G, IoT, Industry 4.0, Semiconductors, edge computing, Autonomous vehicles, etc. I see significant opportunities for fueling growth in these areas which are key differentiators for Sasken," he added.
About Sasken
Sasken is a specialist in Product Engineering and Digital Transformation providing concept-to-market, chip-to-cognition R&D services to global leaders in Semiconductor, Automotive, Industrials, Consumer Electronics, Enterprise Devices, SatCom, Telecom, and Transportation industries. For over 30 years and with multiple patents, Sasken has transformed the businesses of 100+ Fortune 500 companies, powering more than a billion devices through its services and IP.
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ATIF Provided OTC Listing Advisory Services to Addentax in 2016
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ATIF Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: ATIF) (the "Company," or "We"), a holding company providing business and financial consulting services in Asia and North America, is pleased to announce that its client, Addentax Group Corp. (Nasdaq: ATXG, "Addentax"), whose common stocks was traded on OTC Markets, has been approved to list on Nasdaq Capital Market and made a strong debut on August 31, 2022.
Addentax is an integrated service provider focusing on garment manufacturing, logistics service, property management and subleasing, and epidemic prevention supplies. It announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering (the "Offering") of 5,000,000 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $5.00 per share, for total gross proceeds of approximately $25 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and other related expenses.
On its first day of trading on August 31, 2022, Addentax opened at $27.00 and closed the day at $656.54, a 13,031% jump from the offering price $5.00 with a market cap of $20.8 billion.
Jun Liu, President, Chairman of the Board, and CEO of ATIF, commented, " We are excited to hear the news and we congratulate Addentax on its successful uplist to Nasdaq! It takes professionalism and patience to nurture a company. We served as a advisor to Addentax on its OTC listing in 2016 and today it finally made its debut on Nasdaq. Moreover, Addentax shows its strong performance on its first day of trading, and its market capitalization has soared 130 times on its closing day. I sincerely hope that with the boost of the market, Addentax will make further achievements and continue its good performance!"
About ATIF Holdings Limited
ATIF Holdings Limited ("ATIF") is a holding group with business consulting, asset management, and investment businesses, with offices in Los Angeles, California, Hong Kong, and Shenzhen, China. ATIF mainly provides IPO Advisory Services to small and medium-sized enterprises in Asia and North America. ATIF has advised several enterprises in China in their plans to become publicly listed in the United States. ATIF was awarded the "Top 10 Best Listed Companies 2019" from the "Golden Bauhinia Award," the highest award in Hong Kong's financial and securities industry. For more information, please visit https://ir.atifchina.com/.
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SANTA MONICA, Calif. , June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHAT: Macerich (NYSE: MAC) Schedules Second Quarter 2022 Earnings Release
WHEN: Earnings Results will be released before market open on Thursday, July 28, 2022. Management will hold a conference call at 10:00 am Pacific Time (1:00 pm Eastern Time) on that same day to discuss quarterly results.
WHERE: Interested parties can listen to a live webcast of the call on the Macerich website at www.macerich.com (Investors Section).
Dial-In Number: Toll Free 1-888-220-8451 or International (toll) 1-323-794-2590 Conference ID # 6093850.
REBROADCAST: A replay of the webcast will be available for 90 days following the live webcast in the Investors Section of the Company's website at www.macerich.com. In addition, an audio replay of the earnings conference call will be available by telephone until Thursday, August 11, 2022, 11:59 PM Eastern Time at toll free 1-844-512-2921, or International (toll) 1-412-317-6671, PIN # 6093850.
ABOUT MACERICH: Macerich is a fully integrated, self-managed and self-administered real estate investment trust (REIT). As a leading owner, operator and developer of high-quality retail real estate in densely populated and attractive U.S. markets, Macerich's portfolio is concentrated in California, the Pacific Northwest, Phoenix/Scottsdale, and the Metro New York to Washington, D.C. corridor. Developing and managing properties that serve as community cornerstones, Macerich currently owns 48 million square feet of real estate consisting primarily of interests in 44 regional town centers. Macerich is firmly dedicated to advancing environmental goals, social good and sound corporate governance. A recognized leader in sustainability, Macerich has achieved a #1 GRESB ranking for the North American retail sector for seven straight years (2015-2021). For more information, please visit www.Macerich.com.
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the afternoon of June 24, Argentine Time, Argentine President Alberto Fernandez met with Li Zhen, chairman of Gotion High-tech, and his delegation at the presidential residence in Olivos, he explicitly supported Chinese investment in Argentina, and praised Gotion High-tech's multiple industrial investments will promote the development of Argentina's new energy industry. The two sides also had friendly exchanges on the "Targets of Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutralization" strategy, the new energy vehicle industry, the Sustainable Transportation Act and the joint venture between Gotion High-tech and Corven, a well-known American auto parts manufacturer, to establish electric bus batteries and other topics.
Alberto Fernández said, The world is already shifting to renewable energy. Argentina has made incentives for lithium, wind power, photovoltaic and other industries. The Development of Sustainable Transport Act, introduced last year, it aims to promote investment in electric vehicles, promote the electrification of transport and provide legal protection for investors in new energy.
We welcome Chinese investment in Argentina. Gotion High-tech's industrial investment activities in Argentina, it cover the development, processing and battery products of lithium resources, which accelerates the development of local lithium resources and it will help the development and progress of Argentina's new energy industry.
Li Zhen said, Since the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Argentina, leaders of the two countries have actively supported complementary advantages and economic cooperation between enterprises, especially the "Belt and Road" initiative. It provides strategic guidance, points out the direction and lays the foundation for inter-enterprise cooperation.
The third energy revolution with solar and wind power as the main body has come. To make full use of it, we must have energy storage technology. Gotion High-tech has been focusing on energy storage for 16 years. We plan to reach 300GWh battery production capacity in the world by 2025, which makes enterprises' demand for lithium resources more vigorous.
Argentina is the third largest economy in Latin America, with a harmonious social system and orderly development of resources, it provides a good external environment for enterprises to invest. We have partnered with Jujuy National Energy and Mining Company and we will work with Corven in Buenos Aires to develop downstream applications. In the next 100 years, new energy vehicles will certainly be a new engine for the world economy. Gotion is willing to work with visionary people in Argentina to jointly create a new era of energy industry.
Daniel Scioli, Argentina's minister of Production and Development, Ariel Schale, The industry minister, President Fernandez was accompanied by Cecilia Todesca, Minister of International Economic Relations, and Fernanda Avila, Minister of Mines, and communicated with the Gotion High-tech team on the development of the lithium industry.
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CRANFORD, N.J., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Citius" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CTXR), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of first-in-class critical care products in oncology, anti-infectives in adjunct cancer care, unique prescription products, and stem cell therapies, today reported topline results from the pivotal Phase 3 trial of I/ONTAK (E7777), an engineered IL-2-diphtheria toxin fusion protein, for the treatment of patients with persistent or recurrent cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). The topline results for I/ONTAK (denileukin diftitox), a purified and more bioactive formulation of previously marketed ONTAK®, were consistent with the prior formulation. Moreover, no new safety signals were identified. Based on this data, Citius anticipates filing a biologics license application (BLA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the second half of 2022.
"We are encouraged by the results of the study, which we believe are clinically meaningful, and are hopeful that I/ONTAK will be an important treatment option for patients with persistent or recurrent CTCL. There is no single standard of care for this orphan disease. We believe the full body of data from this and prior studies will support a successful reintroduction of denileukin diftitox to the market. We are eager to move forward with a BLA submission for the treatment of CTCL later this year. This important milestone brings Citius one step closer to launching its first commercial product next year, if approved by the FDA," stated Myron Holubiak, Chief Executive Officer of Citius.
"The topline results demonstrated anti-tumor activity in the treatment of persistent or recurrent CTCL, an incurable disease. Based on the topline data, I/ONTAK provided disease control without cumulative toxicity. I/ONTAK has a unique dual mechanism of action that exerts both direct tumor cell killing and transient elimination of immunosuppressive Tregs within the tumor microenvironment. The topline data further demonstrate that I/ONTAK has an average time to response within one to two cycles of treatment in patients that have failed multiple prior therapies. If approved, we believe this biologic with its observed efficacy and safety data, and which is already approved for CTCL and peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL) patients in Japan, would arm oncologists in the U.S. with an important additional treatment option for this devastating orphan disease," added Dr. Myron Czuczman, Chief Medical Officer of Citius.
Study (E7777-G000-302) is a pivotal, multicenter, open-label, single-arm study of I/ONTAK (E7777) in subjects with persistent or recurrent CTCL (NCT01871727). All subjects were diagnosed with Mycosis Fungoides or Sézary Syndrome, with tumors assessed as positive for expression of the CD25 subunit of the IL-2 receptor.
The study was conducted in two parts with an initial Lead-In Study to determine the optimal dose of I/ONTAK, followed by the Main Study. The Lead-In study was completed with 21 subjects treated at doses of 6 to 15 µg/kg/day. Final data collection for the Lead-In Study occurred in August 2015. The Protocol Steering Committee selected a dose of 9 μg/kg/day to be used for the Main Study. A total of 91 subjects with Stage I-IV CTCL were enrolled in the Main Study. Study participants were administered 9 μg/kg/day of I/ONTAK (E7777) by intravenous infusion over 60 minutes (+/-10 minutes) on 5 consecutive days per cycle every 21 days.
A total of 71 subjects with Stage I-III persistent or recurrent CTCL from the Lead-In and Main Studies were assessed for efficacy with 69 subjects included in the Primary Efficacy Analysis Set. Study 302 was completed in December 2021.
The primary outcome measure of Study 302 is the Objective Response Rate (ORR) based on the Global Response Score (GRS) (Olsen, JCO 2011). ORR is defined as the proportion of subjects with a significant reduction in tumor size that can be classified as achieving either a partial response (PR) or a complete response (CR).
- According to the trial protocol, the treatment would be considered efficacious and demonstrate clinical benefit if the lower limit of the 2-sided 95% exact confidence interval (CI) of the observed ORR exceeds 25.0%, as determined by the Independent Review Committee (IRC);
- In this study, the IRC determined the study achieved an ORR of 36.2%, 95% confidence interval (25.0%, 48.7%) (25 patients out of 69);
- An Investigator Efficacy Analysis determined that the study achieved an ORR of 42.3%, 95% confidence interval (30.6%, 54.6%) (30 patients out of 71);
- The FDA recently provided additional written comments indicating that their efficacy evaluation will be based on study results showing the lower limit of a 95% confidence interval to exceed a clinically relevant response rate (determined during BLA review) which may be supported with data from from the prior ONTAK study that led to ONTAK's intial approval. In our trial ORR will need to be supported by adequate magnitude of duration of response and an acceptable risk/benefit ratio;
- Overall rates of adverse events and serious adverse events were consistent with published data of previously approved ONTAK. Most common adverse events included: nausea, fatigue, increased alanine aminotransferase, chills and peripheral oedema. No new safety concerns were identified.
The study evaluated additional secondary and exploratory endpoints that include progression free survival, duration of response, time to response, skin response, duration of skin response, time to skin response, ORR (Prince, JCO 2010) and safety.
These results reflect preliminary topline data and are subject to further analysis. These data as well as full detailed results will be presented at upcoming scientific conferences and submitted for publication.
Selected Preliminary Efficacy Data Table
- Independent Review Committee assessment of the Primary Efficacy Analysis Set which included 69 Stage I-III CTCL subjects from the Lead-In Study and the Main Study who received a dose of 9 ug/kg/day of study drug. *Two subjects included in the Investigator Efficacy Analysis Set were considered by the IRC to have Stage IV CTCL and excluded from the Primary Efficacy Analysis Set. This dataset matches the patient population used for the ONTAK indication.
- Investigator Efficacy Analysis Set: All subjects considered by the Investigators to have Stage I-III CTCL who received study drug at 9 μg/kg dose in Lead-In and Main Study (n=71)
I/ONTAK is a recombinant fusion protein that combines the interleukin-2 (IL-2) receptor binding domain with diphtheria toxin fragments. The agent specifically binds to IL-2 receptors on the cell surface, causing diphtheria toxin fragments that have entered cells to inhibit protein synthesis. I/ONTAK, a purified version of denileukin diftitox, is a reformulation of previously FDA-approved oncology treatment ONTAK. ONTAK was marketed in the U.S. from 1999 to 2014, when it was voluntarily withdrawn from the market. Manufacturing improvements resulted in a new formulation, which maintains the same amino acid sequence but features improved purity and bioactivity. The new formulation received regulatory approval in Japan for the treatment of CTCL and PTCL. In 2011 and 2013, the FDA granted orphan drug designation (ODD) to I/ONTAK for the treatment of PTCL and CTCL, respectively, making it potentially eligible for seven years of market exclusivity post-approval for each indication.
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma is a type of cutaneous non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) that comes in a variety of forms and is the most common type of cutaneous lymphoma. In CTCL, T-cells, a type of lymphocyte that plays a role in the immune system, become cancerous and develop into skin lesions, leading to a decrease in the quality of life of patients with this disease due to severe pain and pruritus. Mycosis Fungoides (MF) and Sézary Syndrome (SS) comprise the majority of CTCL cases. Depending on the type of CTCL, the disease may progress slowly and can take anywhere from several years to upwards of ten to potentially reach tumor stage. However, once the disease reaches this stage, the cancer is highly malignant can spread to the lymph nodes and internal organs, resulting in a poor prognosis. Given the duration of the disease, patients typically cycle through multiple systemic agents to control disease progression. CTCL affects men twice as often as women and is typically first diagnosed in patients between the ages of 50 and 60 years of age. Other than allogeneic stem cell transplantation, for which only a small fraction of patients qualify, there is currently no curative therapy for advanced CTCL. Approximately 3,000 new cases are reported in the United States every year, with an estimated 30,000 - 40,000 individuals living with the disease.
Citius is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of first-in-class critical care products, with a focus on oncology, anti-infectives in adjunct cancer care, unique prescription products, and stem cell therapies. The Company has two late-stage product candidates, Mino-Lok, an antibiotic lock solution for the treatment of patients with catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs), which is currently enrolling patients in a Phase 3 Pivotal superiority trial, and I/ONTAK (E7777), a novel IL-2R immunotherapy for an initial indication in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL), which has completed enrollment in its Pivotal Phase 3 trial. Mino-Lok was granted Fast Track designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). I/ONTAK has received orphan drug designation by the FDA for the treatment of CTCL and peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL). Through its subsidiary, NoveCite, Inc., Citius is developing a novel proprietary mesenchymal stem cell treatment derived from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) for acute respiratory conditions, with a near-term focus on acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) associated with COVID-19. For more information, please visit www.citiuspharma.com.
This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such statements are made based on our expectations and beliefs concerning future events impacting Citius. You can identify these statements by the fact that they use words such as "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "plan," "should," and "may" and other words and terms of similar meaning or use of future dates. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could negatively affect our business, operating results, financial condition and stock price. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated are: risks associated with preparing and submitting and receiving approval for our planned biologics license application for I/ONTAK; our ability to commercialize our products if approved by the FDA; the estimated markets for our product candidates and the acceptance thereof by any market; the ability of our product candidates to impact the quality of life of our target patient populations; our dependence on third-party suppliers; our ability to successfully undertake and complete clinical trials and the results from those trials for our product candidates; risks relating to the results of research and development activities, including those from existing and new pipeline assets; uncertainties relating to preclinical and clinical testing; our need for substantial additional funds; the early stage of products under development; market and other conditions; our ability to attract, integrate, and retain key personnel; risks related to our growth strategy; patent and intellectual property matters; our ability to obtain, perform under and maintain financing and strategic agreements and relationships; our ability to identify, acquire, close and integrate product candidates and companies successfully and on a timely basis; our ability to procure cGMP commercial-scale supply; government regulation; competition; as well as other risks described in our SEC filings. These risks have been and may be further impacted by Covid-19. Accordingly, these forward-looking statements do not constitute guarantees of future performance, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Risks regarding our business are described in detail in our Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") filings which are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, including in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2021, filed with the SEC on December 15, 2021 and updated by our subsequent filings with the SEC. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and we expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in our expectations or any changes in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law.
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Which Peppa Pig backpack is best?
“Peppa Pig” is an immensely popular British animated television series aimed at young children, featuring Peppa, her little brother George and their parents. The short five-minute episodes revolve around activities with family, friends and schoolmates, such as swimming, camping and attending playgroups. Peppa Pig merchandise continues to expand with the show and is very popular for kindergarten and preschool-aged children, particularly their toy and clothing lines.
The Peppa Pig Store Peppa Pig Backpack is much beloved by children who want to show off their love of Peppa to friends at daycare or schoolmates. It has a large main storage compartment, a mesh water bottle holder and a convenient front pocket for holding favorite items and treasures.
What to know before you buy a Peppa Pig backpack
Size
Peppa Pig backpacks are typically geared toward very young children and toddlers attending daycare, preschool or kindergarten. Most suitable for ages 2 to 5, these backpacks are usually around 12 inches. They are ideal for smaller kids, as they aren’t too large for their body frame and are more lightweight to carry. These backpacks cannot accommodate a standard-sized folder but can easily hold a change of clothes, some snacks and a few personal items, like small toys. Smaller Peppa Pig backpacks may also function as diaper bags for playdates for very young children. However, for slightly older children who need to carry books or notebooks, look for backpacks that start at 15 inches. These can fit folders comfortably but aren’t so large as to be unmanageable for children.
Print and color
Peppa Pig backpacks will often feature one or more characters from the show and are sold in bright colors with glitter, rainbows, stars or other fun and youthful designs. Peppa Pig backpacks that feature Peppa are mainly pink. Conversely, occasionally, you can find yellow Peppa backpacks that are more neutral, purple backpacks, teal backpacks or even blue backpacks that feature George as well. No matter your child’s favorite color, there’s a great Peppa Pig backpack to best match their style and preferences.
Accessories
Some Peppa Pig backpack sets will include additional accessories, like lunch bags, pencil cases, small keychains for holding hand sanitizer, charms or even matching drawstring bags for carrying Peppa Pig toys. Many of these items are also available for sale separately and can be purchased to match the backpack you select if it doesn’t include additional features.
What to look for in a quality Peppa Pig backpack
Water bottle holster
Peppa Pig backpacks often feature mesh side pouches for conveniently carrying your child’s water bottle to school or daycare. These function as a great reminder for your child to take a drink and prevent the items inside the backpack from getting wet when they inevitably leave the top or mouthpiece open.
Additional pockets
Children love having backpacks with extra pockets, zippered compartments and areas where they can store or hide their treasures and belongings. Higher-quality backpacks should have at least one main storage pocket with an additional front zippered pocket to carry their basics. At the same time, some models will feature several zippered compartments for organizing their school or daycare supplies.
Material and washability
Most backpacks are made of synthetic material and aren’t compatible with machine washing, as a machine wash could damage the fabric, eventually causing pilling or tears. However, due to their coarser exterior, backpacks can often be wiped down with a damp cloth for dirt and stains and left to air dry.
How much you can expect to spend on a Peppa Pig backpack
A Peppa Pig backpack should cost $17-$22 for younger children. Larger backpacks for older children or backpacks that include accessories tend to cost a little more and average around $25-$45.
Peppa Pig backpack FAQ
Do Peppa Pig backpacks include a lunch bag?
A. Officially licensed lunch bags can be purchased separately but are usually not included in the sale of standard backpacks. However, Peppa Pig backpack sets may include additional accessories for a higher price.
What are the dimensions of a Peppa Pig backpack?
A. Backpacks suitable for younger children will have slightly smaller dimensions of approximately 30 by 26 by 10 centimeters. There will be some small variations in size, depending on the manufacturer.
What’s the best Peppa Pig backpack to buy?
Top Peppa Pig backpack
Peppa Pig Store Peppa Pig Backpack
What you need to know: This adorable pink and glittery Peppa Pig backpack is a great size for smaller children and isn’t too bulky for them to carry.
What you’ll love: This officially licensed backpack has a water bottle holster, a large front pocket for carrying key items and is very bright and pretty.
What you should consider: The material might be a little thin for some customers.
Where to buy: Amazon
Top Peppa Pig backpack for the money
Peppa Pig Store Girls Peppa Pig Backpack
What you need to know: This sweet backpack from the Peppa Pig Store has a heart-shaped zippered pocket on the front for easily accessing necessary items and is very budget-friendly.
What you’ll love: This compact, lightweight backpack is ideal for very young children because it’s easy to carry and looks super cute on.
What you should consider: It doesn’t fit a standard folder, and the main zipper might be a bit flimsy.
Where to buy: Amazon
Worth checking out
Peppa Pig Store Peppa Pig & George Backpack
What you need to know: This unisex Peppa and George backpack from the Peppa Pig Store is a great option for all fans of Peppa Pig and features adjustable straps for customized fit.
What you’ll love: The adorable print of this backpack coupled with the great price and large main storage pocket make it an ideal selection for daycare and kindergarten students.
What you should consider: This backpack is meant for preschoolers and won’t comfortably accommodate large books or folders.
Where to buy: Amazon
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The XFL today announced that Lisa Feigenbaum has joined the League as Senior Vice President, Ticketing. Feigenbaum will lead the planning and development of the XFL's ticket sales, services and operations for both the League and each of the eight team markets. She will report to Janet Duch, Chief Marketing and Content Officer.
"We are thrilled to have Lisa join our team to lead our ticketing strategy. Her experience in driving revenue through ticket sales and partnerships and industry knowledge in creating non-traditional revenue streams will be essential for the XFL as we look to build strong partnerships in the communities that our teams will call home," said Russ Brandon, President of the XFL.
In this role, Feigenbaum will develop and oversee a full suite of ticket products including season memberships, group tickets, premium and individual game tickets, while also managing pricing, packaging and retention strategies. She will be responsible for measuring the effectiveness of ticket sales and service-related technology tools as well as discovering new technologies to improve overall results. Feigenbaum and her team will work to identify key partnerships to assist in the development of new distribution opportunities to drive revenue growth. In addition, she will work closely with the League's marketing team to develop go-to-market strategies and implement all ticket sales and retention driven campaigns.
"Lisa has a deep understanding of the intricacies of the ticketing industry and her firsthand experience in helping cultivate a local team affinity will be crucial as we welcome fans into their home stadiums in 2023," Duch added. "It is a top priority for us to make XFL events accessible and affordable for all of our fans in and Lisa's experience working with professional sports teams will allow us to leverage relevant information in an impactful and value-oriented way," Duch added.
Feigenbaum joins the XFL from the Dallas Wings and the Panther City Lacrosse Club where she served as Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer for both teams, overseeing all revenue lines of business as well as leading the development of the business intelligence team. Prior to that, she spent eight years with the Sacramento Kings, most recently serving as the Vice President of Group, Premium Hospitality and Event sales. Feigenbaum is a Founding Member of Pro Sports Assembly, a community of leaders advancing diversity and inclusion in professional sports, and serves as a Board Member of The National Sports Forum. She received a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Management from Springfield College.
About XFL
The XFL's ownership group, led by Dany Garcia, Dwayne Johnson, and Gerry Cardinale's RedBird Capital Partners, is building a fan-first, fast-paced global professional football league with innovative rules and enhanced 360 game experience. The XFL will bring entertainment to world class football, with the goal of advancing the game of football and expanding player opportunities when it launches in February 2023.
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ATLANTA, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Atlanta University (CAU) makes history as the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to receive a $10 million award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) INCLUDES program to establish the National Data Science Alliance (NDSA).
The NDSA will increase the number of Black people earning data science credentials by at least 20,000 by 2027 and expand data science research that advocates for social justice and strive to eliminate bias. To accomplish this visionary goal, the NDSA will facilitate engagement across all HBCUs with industry and academic collaboration to broaden participation and advance social justice in data science.
"This is a monumental accomplishment for the HBCU community as a whole, and we at Clark Atlanta University are deeply honored to perpetuate institutional mission through data science," said President George T. French Jr., Ph.D. "Clark Atlanta University has deep roots in conducting data science research that promotes equity, including the seminal works of scholar and former faculty member W.E.B. Du Bois on these hallowed grounds. This historic award exemplifies our commitment to ensuring competitive advantage for students to succeed and excel in our data-driven society."
Talitha Washington, the lead and principal investigator of the grant, is the mastermind behind the NDSA. As the Director of the Atlanta University Center (AUC) Data Science Initiative and professor of mathematics at Clark Atlanta University, she is passionate about engaging more HBCUs and building a community to accelerate the preparation of students in data science and discover solutions for data-oriented problems that impact the lives of Blacks.
"We are excited that many HBCUs will collaborate with us to develop new equity-based discoveries in data science and expand student pathways that will change the face of data science," said Washington.
The NDSA is supported by the AUC Consortium, led by Michael Hodge, with industry-university collaboration led by Moses Garuba (Howard University) and collective impact efforts led by H. Justin Ballenger (Morehouse College). The NDSA's three regional hubs are led by LaTanya Brown-Robertson (Howard University), Sajid Hussain (Fisk University), and Eric Mintz (Clark Atlanta University). The evaluation will be conducted by Kavita Mittapalli (MN Associates).
The NDSA will catalyze systemic change at scale by engaging over 1,000 HBCU faculty and will create equity-based data science ecosystems where all students can learn and thrive.
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Customer Success company now hiring team for Sydney office
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ChurnZero, a leading Customer Success platform, announced today the creation of ChurnZero Pty Ltd, the company's second international subsidiary. Its Sydney, Australia office will open by the end of 2022 to support ChurnZero's current and future clients in the Asia-Pacific region.
This marks a year of continued growth and expansion for ChurnZero. In addition to launching its first international headquarters in Amsterdam, the company has more than doubled its staff in the past year. ChurnZero has brought on more than 100 new employees in the last six months, including two key executive appointments: Aaron Levine as chief financial officer and Allison Tiscornia as chief customer officer.
ChurnZero is now actively hiring a go-to-market team in the Sydney region, where the company will employ local talent across functions including Customer Success, implementation, customer support, and sales. Within the next 12 months, ChurnZero expects to have more than 30 full-time employees based overseas.
"Our earlier expansion to Amsterdam has proven there is a great demand for purpose-built Customer Success solutions," said You Mon Tsang, CEO and co-founder of ChurnZero. "By establishing an office in Australia, ChurnZero can provide better support to subscription-based businesses in the APAC region."
To learn more about the open positions in Sydney and apply to join the growing team, visit the careers page at churnzero.com/careers.
ChurnZero is a recognized leader in Customer Success dedicated to helping subscription businesses succeed at scale. The company is known for its powerful, enterprise-class Customer Success platform and ongoing partnership with its customers to ensure they get everything they need to improve efficiency, increase revenue, and deliver the best possible customer experiences.
Through the platform, Customer Success teams can spot potential churn risks early and identify renewal and expansion opportunities. Best-in-class automation and in-app communication make it easy to engage with customers and lead them to value.
As Customer Success professionals serving Customer Success professionals, the ChurnZero team prides itself on being trusted partners, consultants, and coaches, so customers can focus on the work that matters to grow their businesses.
Founded in 2015, ChurnZero is a remote-first company with headquarters in Washington, D.C., and an office in Amsterdam.
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Democrats face progressive test in Oregon governor’s race
By SARA CLINE
Associated Press/Report for America
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — For a record nine years, Tina Kotek sat at the front of Oregon’s House of Representatives, wielding the speaker’s gavel as the Democratic Party increased its power in the Legislature.
Now the staunch liberal is seeking the state’s highest position — the governor’s seat.
While the May 17 primary will determine whether Kotek will be the Democrats’ standard-bearer for governor, it’s also another U.S. test of which wing of the Democratic party is ascendant — progressives or moderates. During the last election cycle, progressives in some of the nation’s most liberal cities, including Seattle and New York, stumbled as frustrated voters opted for more moderate-minded candidates.
In most election years, Kotek’s leadership experience, accomplishments, and political allies might guarantee her a win. But with many Oregonians upset by some of the nation’s strictest and longest-lasting COVID-19 restrictions, the homeless crisis, lack of affordable housing, record homicide numbers in Portland, school closures, racial injustice protests that garnered national headlines, and months of delayed unemployment and rental assistance checks, the former lawmaker faces the challenge of convincing people that she can better the state while dodging blame for where it is today.
Kotek’s critics say she’s hyper partisan, with a progressive agenda that will mainly benefit Democrats and whose broken deals have left her with many foes. But supporters, including a third of Oregon’s Legislature, argue her determination and record of “getting things done” — at times, seemingly by all means necessary — make her the candidate to improve the entire state.
“What I think voters really want is someone who can see a problem, bring people together and solve it,” Kotek recently told The Associated Press. “They want to see action.”
Kotek’s path to political prominence in Oregon was far less direct than taking Interstate 5 from Portland to the Statehouse in Salem. The daughter of a middle-class family whose parents are first-generation Americans after her grandparents immigrated from Eastern Europe, Kotek was raised in York, Pennsylvania, the seat of a conservative county two hours west of Philadelphia.
Kotek moved to the Beaver State in 1987 and graduated the University of Oregon with a religious studies degree. In the quirky college town, Kotek was “free” to be herself, and she came out as a lesbian. If elected, Kotek, 55, would be the nation’s first openly lesbian governor.
As a University of Washington grad student, Kotek’s application to live in married student housing with her then-partner was denied. At the time, same-sex marriage was illegal in the state. Kotek helped force the school to change its policy, and was introduced to activism.
“It was my first aha moment of like, ‘You can change the world,’” Kotek said.
Kotek worked in nonprofit organizations before her election to the House, representing north Portland, in 2006. In 2012, her colleagues elected her House Speaker.
While Kotek’s sexual orientation and political views produce backlash, one of the biggest obstacles she has faced is sexism, describing the Legislature as a “bit of an old boy network.”
“What I’ve noticed for myself and my women colleagues is we all, I think, feel like we need to work harder and be at the top of our game all the time,” she said. “Because we are trying to prove something.”
If elected, she would be the third woman governor in Oregon history. While she’s been endorsed by nationally-recognized women in politics including Sen. Elizabeth Warren and former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, she doesn’t have a coveted nod from the first woman to lead the state, Barbara Roberts, who was elected in the early ’90s. Roberts endorsed Kotek’s biggest Democratic challenger, Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read.
“Oregon needs a governor with a statewide record of tackling tough issues, delivering results, and fighting for Oregonians living in every corner of this great state,” Roberts said in a statement issued through Read’s campaign.
Before resigning from the Legislature this year to run for governor, Kotek steered and passed ambitious progressive agendas made possible by Democratic supermajorities, including the nation’s first statewide rent control, gun storage laws, criminal justice reform, paid family leave, and a requirement for metro counties to transition to clean diesel engines by 2025.
“Tina doesn’t just talk about the issues impacting our communities, she gets to work,” said Carmen Rubio, Portland City Commissioner.
Cutting deals and whipping the vote have helped Kotek pass laws. In 2019, a bill reining in pension costs failed before Kotek intervened to get two more votes in favor, The Oregonian reported.
But Kotek’s aggressiveness to provide results has also left a trail of distrust and political foes.
In September, Kotek infuriated Republicans by rescinding a power-sharing deal. The agreement essentially gave House Republicans veto power over redrawn political maps if the minority party stopped blocking bills and halting sessions. In recent years the GOP has walked out or not shown up to work in protest. After a 2019 walkout to block a vote on a landmark economy-wide climate plan, Gov. Kate Brown deployed state police to try to round up Republican lawmakers who fled the Capitol.
But Kotek voided the deal on the first day of the special session, saying Republicans weren’t engaging constructively. The Democrats’ maps included a new sixth congressional district and were upheld in court.
While Kotek said she made a tough decision in order to complete the maps in time, Republicans said they were cheated, resulting in another GOP walkout and causing further tension between the parties.
“She lied and broke her promise not just to us but to Oregonians,” said former House Minority Leader Christine Drazan, another gubernatorial candidate.
But perhaps one of Kotek’s biggest challenges is whether she can unite a growingly divided state. Several rural counties have discussed seceding from Oregon and joining Idaho, where their conservative values better align. Political experts describe the state as purple, with conservative rural swaths, and unaffiliated voters now outnumbering Democrats. Some say moderate, unaffiliated gubernatorial candidate Betsy Johnson will have more success.
Kotek has also been thought to be too similar to Brown. Opponents have dubbed Kotek “Kate Brown 2.0,” perhaps hoping to taint her with the current governor’s historically low approval ratings.
Both are liberal women who have represented Portland, identify as LGBTQ and held power as Oregon descended into disarray.
But the Democrat has a simple message: “I’m Tina Kotek. I’m not Kate Brown.”
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MUNICH, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcantara, a leading "Made in Italy" luxury brand and the first Italian company certified as Carbon Neutral, has joined the annual German Car of the Year program as a major sponsor.
Other 2022 German Car of the Year (GCOTY) sponsors include ZF, KST and Bridgestone. The program is affiliated with other leading award programs such as India's Car and Bike Awards, the China Car Awards and the World Car Awards.
More than 20 leading automotive journalists serve on the GCOTY award jury. Audi, Hyundai, Kia, Peugeot and Porsche were among last year's award winners. The Honda E was the 2021 overall winner.
The 2022 program kicks off on July 5 with a three-day GCOTY Summer Fest event in Alsfeld, Germany, for car makers, journalists and sponsors. Andrea Boragno, Alcantara's chairman and CEO, will host an exhibit showing applications for the company's luxury material in the automotive industry, as well as in fashion and accessories, marine and aviation, consumer electronics, interior design and the art world.
Judging and final award ceremonies will take place in the fall at separate events at ZF and KST facilities in Friedrichshafen and Bad Duerkheim, Germany.
"We are delighted to be collaborating with a distinguished panel of automotive experts in Germany," Boragno said. "The German press and our customers there appreciate the high quality of our material.
"Born in Italy, Alcantara material travels to every corner of the globe. It is a material that is at the same time elegant and soft to the touch with technical qualities such as grip, lightweight and breathability that are especially appreciated in the automotive sector."
He noted that Alcantara maintains a strong commitment to the environment. Based in Milan, the company has participated in nearly 50 international offset projects designed to improve living conditions and expand the use of renewable energy resources around the world.
Alcantara also continues to emphasize the importance of sustainability with its suppliers, encouraging them to measure, reduce and compensate for CO2 emissions. The company's most recent Sustainability Report notes that all of its "core" and "super core" suppliers have achieved zero CO2 emission balances.
In addition, the company has sponsored an annual sustainability symposium in partnership with Venice International University to focus attention on problems related to the environment. The program has involved major corporations, international organizations, scientists, economists and policy makers from around the world.
Symposium participants have debated how best to mitigate climate change and build a low-carbon future by engaging different levels of society with involvement from policy makers, corporations and consumers.
"The importance of sustainability in today's cars cannot be overestimated," said Jens Meiners, a GCOTY organizer and co-founder. "Sustainability is reflected in our car-of-the-year evaluation criteria and the choices made by our jury over the past few years.
"We are proud to welcome Alcantara on board as our newest GCOTY partner. We share a common vision for cars that will be more sustainable. Interior design, comfort and quality also are of major importance to us all."
Alcantara has been featured on a variety of new-car introductions at major auto shows over the past five years, including reveals by Alfa Romeo, BMW, Bugatti, Dodge, Maserati, Lamborghini, Lexus, McLaren, Nissan, Porsche and Subaru.
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#NCCNPolicy summit explores how adapting workplace culture to accommodate people with past or present cancer, and their caregivers, can lead to benefits for both employers and employees.
WASHINGTON, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) convened an oncology policy summit in Washington D.C. today on the topic of building a workplace that includes support for people with cancer and their caregivers. The program, which also featured a virtual attendance option, examined how workplace norms and expectations have changed in recent years, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation also examined the current legal and policy landscape, plus how generational shifts and an increasing number of cancer survivors in the workforce are leading to cultural changes throughout the United States.
"We need a cooperative and flexible approach from employers, payers, providers and healthcare systems to ensure high quality and equitable care for all our patients and their caregivers— meeting their needs with minimal disruption to their work and their income," said John Sweetenham, MD, FRCP, FACP, FASCO, Chair, NCCN Board of Directors, and Professor of Medicine, Associate Director of Clinical Affairs, UT Southwestern Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center. "The pandemic has resulted in the transformation of virtual cancer care and a renewed interest in interventions such as home infusion of cancer therapy. As home becomes the workplace for so many more people since COVID, we need employment and leave benefits as well as regulatory policies that allow us to support patients in their homes."
Panelist Rebecca V. Nellis, MPP, Executive Director, Cancer and Careers shared results from a 2021 Cancer and Careers/Harris Poll Survey. It found 74% of employed patients and survivors reported that working during treatment helps or helped them cope and 75% of surveyed patients and survivors said work aids or aided in their treatment and recovery.
"There are a lot of misconceptions about working after a cancer diagnosis," explained Nellis. "Employers may think people don't want to work or can't work, or that providing accommodations is expensive, and that accommodating one person means making changes for every employee. The truth is that working after a cancer diagnosis is more than possible. Access to guidance and supportive workplace policies make it easier. But it is also a very individual decision with many factors to consider, including treatment plan, personal needs and preferences, disclosure and privacy considerations, type of work, company and team culture, etc."
"It's a win-win when employers do the right thing by patients and their families, especially those facing cancer," said Debbie Weir, Chief Executive Officer, Cancer Support Community. "It is important for employers to keep the needs of their employees at the center when making benefit decisions. Limiting or constraining access to timely, quality care to reduce coverage costs is neither good for the patient, nor the company."
Keynote speaker Lynn Zonakis, BA, BSN, Principal, Zonakis Consulting, former Managing Director of Health Strategy and Resources for Delta Air Lines, also touched on how fostering a supportive atmosphere confers benefits to the employer.
"Managing cancer and providing services that assist employees and dependents with illness, associated time off from work, return to work, emotional health, survivorship, and end-of-life is not only the right thing to do, but ultimately lowers cost," said Zonakis.
"Company leaders at every level should be empowered to support their workforce," agreed Angela Mysliwiec, MD, Senior Medical Director, WellMed.
Informing Employers and Employees
Speakers explored some of the knowledge gaps and misunderstandings that can result in poor experiences for everyone. Employers don't always know what kind of support their employees need, and employees are often unaware of all the resources that are available to them.
"Employers and payers may find themselves unsure of how to address their employees' difficult questions, or not know what they can do to point them towards trusted resources that support informed and wise decision making, said Warren Smedley, DSc (candidate), MSHA, MSHQS, Vice President, The Kinetix Group. "NCCN has worked hard to develop the NCCN Employer Toolkit, which is a trusted source of information to help prioritize the strategies and tactics that support the highest quality of care, along with the most responsible use of resources for employers that are potentially impacted by cancer diagnoses in their worker(s)."
"It is so important for individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers to understand all of their employment rights and available benefits, so that they can make educated decisions about their best path forward," said Joanna Fawzy Morales, Esq., Chief Executive Officer, Triage Cancer, who provided another keynote address on the policy landscape to support patients, survivors, and caregivers at work. "While federal and state employment protections exist, there is a significant lack of awareness of those protections. There are also gaps in the law that patients and caregivers may fall through. There are many opportunities to close those gaps to improve the quality of life of patients and their families and mitigate the financial toxicity of a cancer diagnosis."
Equitable Care
Many speakers focused on health equity issues and how they can relate to workplace practices.
"Exploring opportunities for the workplace to be more inclusive and accessible to all cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers will help build trusting relationships, informed care, and sensitivity to health equity/literacy," said Randy Jones, PhD, RN, FAAN, Professor of Nursing and Associate Dean for Partner Development and Engagement, University of Virginia School of Nursing. "There is a need for clinicians to provide simple, non-judgmental information, with little-or-no medical jargon during patient interactions, so patients and caregivers can understand what is happening with their own or their loved one's healthcare. Enhancing racial and ethnic diversity in the oncology workforce is important for increasing the equity in care that cancer patients receive, along with potentially enhancing the patient-and-provider relationship."
Panel member Fran Castellow, MSEd, President, Operations, Patient Advocate Foundation was part of a conversation around benefit design and the role of policymakers. Speakers also referenced data that shows increased productivity (and ultimately retention) when employees have access to quality care, screening, and treatment in a timely manner.
The summit featured Clifford Goodman, PhD, The Lewin Group, as moderator. NCCN Chief Executive Officer Robert W. Carlson, MD, introduced the program while NCCN Senior Vice President, Chief Medical Officer Wui-Jin Koh, MD provided closing thoughts.
The NCCN Policy Program will be hosting its next summit on September 16, 2022, focused on reducing the cancer burden through prevention and early detection. Visit NCCN.org/summit for more information, and join the conversation with the hashtag #NCCNPolicy.
About the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. NCCN is dedicated to improving and facilitating quality, effective, equitable, and accessible cancer care so all patients can live better lives. The NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) provide transparent, evidence-based, expert consensus recommendations for cancer treatment, prevention, and supportive services; they are the recognized standard for clinical direction and policy in cancer management and the most thorough and frequently-updated clinical practice guidelines available in any area of medicine. The NCCN Guidelines for Patients® provide expert cancer treatment information to inform and empower patients and caregivers, through support from the NCCN Foundation®. NCCN also advances continuing education, global initiatives, policy, and research collaboration and publication in oncology. Visit NCCN.org for more information and follow NCCN on Facebook @NCCNorg, Instagram @NCCNorg, and Twitter @NCCN.
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ROBERT GLASPER ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE HOSTED BY DAVE CHAPPELLE
PERFORMANCES FROM MAXWELL, THUNDERCAT, FLYING LOTUS
PLUS YASIIN BEY & TALIB KWELI REUNITE BLACK STAR
AND GUESTS ERYKAH BADU, LEDISI AND MANY MORE
Saturday night After-Party features DJ sets from the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Lo Down Loretta Brown aka Erykah Badu
Tickets are on sale April 26 at BlueNoteJazzFestival.com
NAPA VALLEY, Calif., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The debut of the Blue Note Jazz Festival Napa Valley marks the first Blue Note Jazz Festival presented as an outdoor, multi-day and multi-stage event. The especially intimate festival, with limited capacity, will feature top-tier talent at the historic Charles Krug Winery in St. Helena, CA on July 30 and 31.
Grammy Award-winning multi-genre pianist, songwriter, and producer Robert Glasper serves as the Festival's Artist-In-Residence. Glasper's set, hosted by comedian Dave Chappelle, includes performances by special guests Erykah Badu, Ledisi, D Smoke, Terrace Martin, and BJ the Chicago Kid.
"The idea for the Blue Note Jazz Festival Napa Valley came out of Robert Glasper's month longresidency at the Blue Note New York, held each October and dubbed Robtober," says Blue Note Entertainment Group President Steven Bensusan. "Glasper curates a month of shows and collaborations spanning across the genres of jazz, R&B, hip hop, soul and comedy resulting in impromptu performances by celebrities and unannounced special guests. It is our plan to create an outdoor festival style version of Robtober in the spirit of a traditional jazz festival featuring spontaneous collaborations and once in a lifetime improvised performances."
The two-day, three-stage festival will feature performances by Maxwell, yasiin bey & Talib Kweli reuniting as Black Star, Thundercat, Maurice "Mobetta" Brown featuring Anderson.Paak, Flying Lotus, The Soul Rebels featuring GZA & Talib Kweli, Corinne Bailey Rae, Emily King, Keyon Harrold, Domi & JD Beck, Phony PPL, Chief Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott), Derrick Hodge, Th1rt3en (Pharoahe Monch, Daru Jones & Marcus Machado), Butcher Brown, Isaiah Sharkey, and Frédéric Yonnet. Honoring the festival's spirit of collaboration, artists will sit-in on each other's sets.
"I can't wait to hold a festival with some of my favorite artists along with my boy Dave Chappelle in Napa," says Glasper. "On a vineyard with music and wine?! It's going down! Come drink some wine with us!"
Blue Note Jazz Festival Napa Valley will also host a funk-filled after party for attendees on Saturday night, featuring two seasoned crate diggers, the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Lo Down Loretta Brown aka Erykah Badu plus special surprise guests.
"We're honored to present a tastefully curated festival, gathering remarkable and culturally important artists with Robert Glasper as the cornerstone and helm," says Director of Programming and Talent Buyer Alex Kurland. "The programming mirrors the extraordinary depth of Robert's artistry, style and collaborative range, and is in the spirit of his annual residency at the iconic Blue Note New York. Just like at Blue Note, this festival reflects our tradition for bringing the highest caliber of artistry and star power to small-scale settings for a most intimate, high quality experience. Expect the unexpected with spontaneous special moments, and with Dave Chappelle in the house, this festival is bound to be historic."
The Napa Valley outdoor weekend event represents a new audience experience for Blue Note fans by combining a more traditional festival style event with the local wine culture of Napa Valley. The weekend will include food by renowned area restaurants, wine tasting experiences and other VIP add-ons. Two-day passes, priced at $385 for General Admission and $850 for VIP can be purchased at bluenotejazzfestival.com.
During the pandemic Blue Note Napa, operating in the Valley for six years, partnered with Charles Krug Winery to present nearly 40 successful outdoor summer concerts at a time when few were offered. Charles Krug Winery, established in 1861 as the Napa Valley's first winery, is remarkable for its historical significance and character. Blue Note Napa's successful partnership with the winery demonstrated that Charles Krug was a natural fit as the venue for the upcoming festival, which will now use the Winery's entire grounds for the July event.
Blue Note continues to present its popular annual Blue Note Jazz Festival, New York with an array of shows throughout the month of June at venues throughout New York City. A new Miami Beach pop-up festival is also planned across two weeks in June at the city's North Beach Bandshell.
About Blue Note Entertainment Group
Founded in 1981, Blue Note Entertainment Group is a multi-faceted entertainment company that owns, operates, licenses and/or programs Blue Note Jazz Clubs worldwide, including New York, NY; Tokyo, Japan; Milan, Italy; Waikiki, Hawaii; Beijing & Shanghai, China; Napa, California; and Rio de Janeiro & São Paulo, Brazil. The company also owns and operates Sony Hall. Blue Note Entertainment Group presents shows outside of its club network. Blue Note Entertainment Group partners with Blue Note Records and Jazz Cruises to present Blue Note at Sea. The annual Blue Note Jazz Festival was established in 2011 and has since grown to become the largest jazz festival in New York City each June. Subsidiaries of Blue Note Entertainment Group include the GRAMMY®-nominated record label Half Note Records, whose catalog includes over 50 titles recorded live at New York's Blue Note Jazz Club, as well as Blue Note Travel and Management Group.
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FEDERAL WAY, Wash., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brave New World Enterprises (BNWE) is excited to have joined forces with Washington State Representative, Jesse Johnson and the Department of Commerce in creating the Black Eco Chamber, a small business development incubator designed to provide culturally unique services to black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs of color.
This program has been a long coordinated effort between BNWE Founder and President, Shyan Selah, and Representative Johnson to address the need for increased economic empowerment among African Americans in Washington State and as such, was included as a sponsored proviso by Rep. Johnson in the 2022-2023 state budget, endorsed by the Washington State Black Caucus, and approved by Governor Jay Inslee to this launch this year.
"As we enter into a new phase of the workforce post-pandemic, we have many challenges yet also opportunities," says Representative Johnson. "One of which is to foster and spearhead an entrepreneurial spirit to help cultivate ideas and support business. The Incubator will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to do just that. I am proud of what we can do with this program for our community and our State."
The Black Eco Chamber also directly serves as a supporting program to help the state's Department of Commerce reach its goals of expanding awareness and services to business owners of color.
"Equity in business opportunities builds a strong economy. Commerce is committed to working to close the racial wealth gap, in part by increasing business ownership of minority-owned firms. Support for programs like Black Eco Chamber program, in partnership with BNWE, is essential to build on momentum among regional economic development organizations, community-based organizations, and other affinity-based incubator programs to continue providing the necessary resources to support black entrepreneurs and business owners in industries that are poised for growth." said Linda Womack, Commerce Managing Director of Small Business Finance and Community Support. Womack noted that Minority Business Development Agency research that shows African-American owned employer firms in the U.S. contribute $128 billion in economic output and 1.2 million jobs per year.
As a Black-owned business, BNWE has made it a mission to provide this opportunity to businesses owned by historically disadvantaged communities, especially black business owners. As an organization that has been rooted in the arts and entertainment industry (with a record label, TV/Film, digital tech, and publishing divisions) and a long-term provider of services including media, marketing, branding, and events for businesses in King County, BNWE has created a unique and dynamic program in the Black Eco Chamber designed to elevate the profiles and function of other minority-owned businesses.
"There is not only an urgent need but also a deep hope simmering in the community," says BNWE President/CEO Shyan Selah. "The pandemic has totally upended social norms for us all, but has in particular for the black community both triggered cultural trauma that stems from economic dis-enfranchisement and lack of equitable opportunity. We aim to be solution developers engineering new ways to re-imagine equity."
In his efforts to ensure that mission, Shyan Selah has also brought on former Vice President of Retail Banking and Wealth Management and the Founder of ClearBlu Capital, Larry Gilmore, as the Co-Executive Director of the Black Eco Chamber.
"I'm honored to have the opportunity to support Brave New World, the State of Washington, and the Black Eco Chamber to have a significant impact in addressing racial equity through entrepreneurship," says Gilmore. "We know that a high percentage of Black owned businesses have a high risk of failure due to the lack of capital and management solutions to scale. We also know that these communities have the highest risk impacting their wealth when exploring entrepreneurship. The Black Eco Chamber is committed to reducing these risks by providing a firm foundation for success with a variety of solutions. I'm confident we will provide long lasting solutions for years to come.``
Programming for the Black Eco Chamber includes networking events and monthly educational workshops covering topics including: starting a business in Washington State, Basic Bookkeeping and Tax Preparation, Corporate Funding Strategies, Franchising, and more. For the 2022-2023 schedule please visit: www.blackecochamber.com.
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The House January 6 committee corroborated key details involving former President Donald Trump's heated exchange with the Secret Service when Trump was told he could not go to the Capitol -- the latest in a string of shocking revelations that have come from the summer hearings with their expected high-profile conclusion next week.
CNN first reported Thursday evening that a Washington, DC, police officer in the motorcade with the Secret Service corroborated details to the committee that were related to the explosive House select committee public testimony earlier this month. At the same time, the Secret Service came under new scrutiny this week over the deletion of agency text messages from January 5 and 6, 2021.
The corroboration comes as the committee plans to zero in on Trump's conduct on January 6, 2021 at its hearing next week, which will focus on Trump's response -- or lack thereof -- as rioters breached the Capitol walls and forced lawmakers to flee their chambers.
Select committee members have accused Trump of a "dereliction of duty" for failing to act as the Capitol was under attack -- and his vice president, Mike Pence -- was in danger. Next week's hearing is the last planned of the committee's eight public hearings as the panel has sought in each session to tie Trump to the deadly attack that unfolded on January 6.
"There will be a lot of information, a lot more clarity about the details of the things that happened that day, what the people who were working in the White House, working around the President and even people who were advising him to do things, actions that he was no taking based off of their reasoned advice," Virginia Democratic Rep. Elaine Luria, who will help lead the next hearing, told CNN this week. "I look at it as a dereliction of duty. He didn't act. He did not take action to stop the violence."
The committee announced Friday that it would hold the hearing on Thursday, July 21 at 8 p.m. ET -- the panel's second primetime session to try to maximize viewership and attention. The panel has not said who will testify at next week's hearing, though CNN has previously reported that former Trump White House deputy press secretary Sarah Matthews is expected to be a witness.
The committee is also likely to lean heavily on video clips from the deposition of Pat Cipollone, Trump's former White House counsel. Cipollone sat for a transcribed interview just last week, and the committee used clips from the interview 14 times during Tuesday's hearing, including playing video of Cipollone discussing Trump's response on January 6 to tee up next week's hearing.
While next week is the last planned of this summer series of January 6 public hearings, the select committee has said all along it's not done with its investigation. Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois, one of the panel's two Republicans, told the Wall Street Journal in an interview this week that the committee is still considering asking Trump to testify and might request a written response from Pence or issue a subpoena for him to testify.
Investigations surrounding Trump swirl
The January 6 committee is only one of Trump's potential investigative concerns, even as he considers moving forward with a 2024 presidential campaign announcement.
In Georgia, Fulton County's district attorney has issued subpoenas for the testimony of Trump's allies before a special grand jury investigating Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in the state. Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican, is seeking to quash the subpoena for his testimony, which is related to at least two calls that Graham made to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and his staff after the election.
In New York, Trump and his children Donald Trump and Ivanka Trump are set to be deposed after losing court battled to avoid testifying in the state attorney general's civil investigation into the Trump Organization. The depositions were scheduled to begin next week but were temporarily delayed due to the death of Trump's first wife, Ivana Trump.
And in Washington, DC, former Trump adviser Steve Bannon's efforts to delay his contempt-of-Congress trial were rejected this week by a federal judge, and the trial is slated to begin next week.
Erased Secret Service texts raise new questions
There are also new questions that have emerged surrounding the Secret Service and January 6, amid a flurry of new questions over the agency deleting text messages on January 5 and 6, 2021 shortly after they had been requested by oversight officials.
The Homeland Security inspector general sent a letter to the House and Senate Homeland Security committees alerting them that the messages had been erased "as part of a device-replacement program" after the watchdog had requested electronic communications from the Secret Service.
The House Homeland Security Committee is chaired by Rep. Bennie Thompson, the Mississippi Democrat who also chairs the House select committee investigating January 6.
DHS Inspector General Joseph Cuffari met with the House select committee behind closed doors on Friday, briefing the panel's members about the erased text messages.
Thompson told CNN after meeting the Cuffari said the Secret Service has not been fully cooperative. He added that the committee would work "to try to ascertain if those texts can be resurrected."
According to a source familiar with the briefing, the inspector general told the panel the Secret Service did not conduct its own after-action review of January 6 and chose to rely on the inspector general investigation.
"We've had limited engagement with Secret Service. We'll follow up with some additional engagement now that we've met with the IG," Thompson said.
The Secret Service responded in a statement Thursday saying the "insinuation that the Secret Service maliciously deleted text messages following a request is false."
"In fact, the Secret Service has been fully cooperating with the OIG in every respect -- whether it be interviews, documents, emails, or texts," the agency said.
Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Maryland Democrat on the Select Committee, said there seemed to be "contradictory statements' beweteen the inspector general and the Secret Service over whether the text messages were actually gone.
Explosive testimony corroborated
The Secret Service's response on January 6 was already under scrutiny in light of the public testimony earlier this month from Cassidy Hutchinson, the former aide to White House chief of staff Mark Meadows who recounted extraordinary details about Trump's angry exchange with the Secret Service on January 6.
In her public testimony, Hutchinson said that then-White House deputy chief of staff Tony Ornato -- who had previously worked for the Secret Service and then returned to the agency in 2021 -- told her on January 6 that Trump was so enraged at his Secret Service detail for blocking him from going to the Capitol after his speech on the Ellipse that "he reached up towards the front of the vehicle to grab at the steering wheel."
Hutchinson said that Ornato told her Trump "then used his free hand to lunge towards" his Secret Service lead agent, Robert Engel.
Hutchinson testified that Ornato told her the story in front of Engel and that Engel did not dispute the account.
Trump and his allies have tried to cast doubt on Hutchinson's account -- which included several additional damning details about Trump's conduct. After Hutchinson testified, a Secret Service official who would not go on the record said that Engel would deny parts of the story and that the agents involved would testify publicly to that effect, though they haven to gone back to the committee to testify.
Neither Engel nor Ornato have commented publicly.
But additional corroboration of Hutchinson's account has emerged since her testimony. CNN reported earlier this month that two Secret Service sources have said they heard about Trump angrily demanding to go to the Capitol and berating his detail when he didn't get his way.
The sources told CNN that stories had circulated about the incident following January 6, which included details similar to what Hutchinson described.
In addition, CNN reported on Thursday that a Metropolitan Police Department officer corroborated details of Hutchinson's account and recounted what was seen to committee investigators.
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The weather was nice but only about 32 people showed up Saturday morning for the Queso and Salsa 5K Run/Walk at Miller Park, sponsored by LULAC Council 4971 and Temple College LULAC Council 22305.
Judy Morales, District 2 City Councilmember and president of LULAC Council 4971, said the race was to raise money for Temple College scholarships. Last year’s race netted about 20 scholarships, she said.
“We’re planning to raise more money for aspiring students that don’t have the opportunity,” she said.
Race participants included babies and the elderly, she said, including an 80-year-old man.
Cat Duttine of Temple, race coordinator, stood near the Pro-Fit Race Timing finish line and called encouragement and directions to the entrants, mostly runners. They had to pass her twice before finishing the third lap around the park.
“We’re just asking people to join in,” she said. “We’ve got a couple of veterans running.”
Erik Rabut, 29, of Killeen was first to cross the finish line, with a time of 21:36 minutes. He said that was close to his normal pace, although this was his first 5K in a while.
“I’m still in the military, at Fort Hood,” he said. “We run two or three times a week. I tried to see where I was at. I tried to set a good pace.”
He works out on his own, he said. “I’m slowly building up my home gym so I don’t have to pay for gyms anymore.”
“This is my first time with LULAC,” he said. “One of their members introduced me to it, so I came here to support the kids’ education part.”
Andrea Reyes came in second with a time of 22:15 minutes. Her husband Oseas Reyes finished third, at 23:09 minutes.
“I’m a teacher,” she said. “I run three times a week. It was great weather.”
Her husband is a sergeant first class at Fort Hood, where he said he runs three times a week.
He and his wife said they ran together for the first lap, but she passed him on the second lap.
“I tried to catch her on the third,” he said.
Steven Duttine, husband of Cat Duttine, the race coordinator, said he finished in about 30 minutes and doesn’t run regularly.
“I feel good,” he said. “A little tired. I get some orange slices and I’ll be OK.”
Dr. Paul Friedman of Temple was one of the walkers. He was accompanied by his son, Philip, who is a professor at Temple College, his daughter-in-law, Linda, and infant grandson, P.B., in a stroller.
“It was hard, but we did it,” Paul Friedman said.
The organizers had a table set up for after-the-race refreshments. That included bananas, oranges, chips, cheese, water and orange juice.
Dava Villafranca, a new member of LULAC, said she helped lay out the course, pitch a tent and set up the refreshment table.
“I’m a worker bee,” she said. “We really appreciated everybody that participated. We’re already planning our spring event. We’re thinking of Pebble Creek. We’ll be having them through the year because they’re good fundraisers for our scholarship program. We’re hoping to have vendors next time so the community can come out and participate with us.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_404a4750-3708-11ed-8d04-cb32fca72453.html | 2022-09-18T05:38:49Z |
NEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Datadog, Inc. (NASDAQ: DDOG), the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications, today announced that management will present at the following investor conferences.
- The J.P. Morgan 50th Annual Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference. The presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 12:30 p.m., Eastern Time.
- The Jefferies 2022 Software Conference. The presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 11:30 a.m., Eastern Time.
- The William Blair Growth Stock Conference. The presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at 1:40 p.m., Eastern Time.
The presentations will be webcast live, and replays will be available for a limited time under the "Events and Presentations" section of the Company's investor relations website at https://investors.datadoghq.com/.
Datadog is the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications. Our SaaS platform integrates and automates infrastructure monitoring, application performance monitoring and log management to provide unified, real-time observability of our customers' entire technology stack. Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes and across a wide range of industries to enable digital transformation and cloud migration, drive collaboration among development, operations, security and business teams, accelerate time to market for applications, reduce time to problem resolution, secure applications and infrastructure, understand user behavior and track key business metrics.
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This notorious hitchhiker could be making its way to your home with your student on break
READING, Pa., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As students leave home and return to college campuses, many will travel with a particularly annoying hitchhiker: bed bugs. It is nearly impossible to prevent bed bugs from being introduced to public areas such as hotel rooms, schools and healthcare facilities as the small insects hitchhike and can travel from place to place. The small pest might hitch a ride by climbing into luggage, attaching to clothing, bedding or other personal belongings.
Bed bugs are brown in color and about one-fourth an inch in diameter, resembling an apple seed or lentil. The blood-sucking critters bite and feed on people, leaving behind itchy red bumps on their skin. Known to be resilient, bed bugs can withstand extreme environments, surviving months without a blood meal and living in temperatures from near freezing to 122 degrees Fahrenheit.
Despite the name, bed bugs can be found in chair cushions, sofas, electrical outlets or baseboards in college dorms and apartments. Many second-hand furniture items students will be moving into dorms are also potential havens for bed bugs. To better protect students from a possible bed bug introduction, Thomas Dobrinska, Board Certified Entomologist for Ehrlich Pest Control, offers insights on where to look and what to do if you find bed bugs.
Where To Look For Bed Bugs:
- Beds: Called "bed" bugs, the first place students should look is in the bed. Not just in the mattress, bed bugs can hide in the smallest cracks in the bed frame and also in the box springs. If the frame is wood, check it thoroughly. Look throughout the mattress and check every wrinkle and space. Students can purchase bed bug mattress encasements for extra protection.
- Couches and chairs: Make sure that the couches and chairs in common areas are free from bed bugs, which can hitch a ride on people or their clothing and end up in rooms. Check the furniture thoroughly and remember that bed bugs can be very small, looking more like grains of pepper or apple seeds than insects.
- Baseboards: Although bed bugs are infamous for being in objects covered with fabric, the pest will hide anywhere. This includes the baseboards along the bottom walls of a room, in the electrical sockets and behind anything else against the wall.
- Dressers: Bed bugs love to attach to clothing to travel from place to place. Check the drawers and look for shed insect skins. The small pest can hide in the corners, pushed into the cracks or on the clothing stored there, too.
- Clothing: Piles of clothing, not uncommon in college dorms and fraternity houses, are the perfect areas for bed bugs to hide. Ensure the drawers, closets, laundry baskets and laundry rooms are free of bed bugs. Keep as much clothing off the ground as possible to reduce the risk of bed bug infestations.
What To Do If Bed Bugs Are Found
- Students should immediately contact the resident assistant, facility management or housing staff to prompt contacting pest control professionals.
- If bed bugs are found in a bedroom, do not throw out clothing or bedding. Wash bedding and clothes at a very high temperature to kill the bed bugs and the eggs and larvae. Keep clothing and bedding in sealed bags to prevent the pest from returning.
- Keeping the room clean is an important step in removal and prevention as bed bugs like to attach to clothing. Remove laundry from the floor or hang up shirts, pants and other clothing to deny the bug a safe haven. Vacuum often to reduce dust and debris regularly.
- Raise the bed off the floor. Regularly clean bedding and inspect bed frames, particularly if there is a wooden bed frame. Bed bugs will hide in the smallest cracks or crevices on a frame.
For more information on bed bug control and prevention, please visit www.jcehrlich.com.
ABOUT EHRLICH PEST CONTROL
For nearly a century, customers have trusted Ehrlich Pest Control to protect their families, homes and businesses from pests and the health threats and damages they can cause.
Since its founding in Reading, PA in 1928, Ehrlich has expanded to serve across the United States, with more than 50 offices serving nearly 20 states and the District of Columbia. With its team of highly trained, local experts, Ehrlich provides proactive pest control solutions through monitoring, prevention, and maintenance. Those solutions include general pest control, rodent, termite, bed bug, mosquito, wildlife management, and TAP (thermal, acoustical, pest control) insulation services, and more. Ehrlich is part of Rentokil, the world's largest pest control company. Rentokil and its companies, including Florida Pest Control, Western Exterminator and Presto-X Pest Control, provide commercial and residential pest control to customers in the United States and Canada.
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Cops: Gunfire at Phoenix house party kills 1 and injures 5
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix police say gunfire erupted over the weekend at a house party, killing a young man and injuring five teenagers. Police said Monday they’re trying to determine what led up to shooting overnight Saturday into Sunday. Neighbors told KNXV-TV that they heard multiple gunshots before several vehicles drove away from the scene. Authorities say an 18-year-old man was fatally shot and that the others wounded ranged in age from 16 to 18. No identities were released and a police statement didn’t provide details about the injuries to the wounded people. Police did not disclose any information about a suspect or suspects. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2022/05/30/cops-gunfire-at-phoenix-house-party-kills-1-and-injures-5/ | 2022-05-30T19:11:21Z |
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. says it shared intelligence with Ukraine about the location of the Russian missile cruiser Moskva prior to the strike that sank the warship, an incident that was a high-profile failure for Russia’s military.
An American official said Thursday that Ukraine alone decided to target and sink the flagship of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet using its own anti-ship missiles. But given Russia’s attacks on the Ukrainian coastline from the sea, the U.S. has provided “a range of intelligence” that includes locations of those ships, said the official, who was not authorized to speak publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity.
The Biden administration has ramped up intelligence sharing with Ukraine alongside the shipment of arms and missiles to help it repel Russia’s invasion. The disclosure of U.S. support in the Moskva strike comes as the White House is under pressure from Republicans to do more to support Ukraine’s resistance and as polls suggest Americans question whether President Joe Biden is being tough enough on Russia.
Since Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion in February, the White House has tried to balance supporting Ukraine, a democratic ally, against not doing anything that would seem to provoke a direct war between Putin and the U.S. and NATO allies. As the war has gone on, the White House has ramped up its military and intelligence support, removing some time and geographic limits on what it will tell Ukraine about potential Russian targets.
The official who spoke Thursday said the U.S. was not aware that Ukraine planned to strike the Moskva until after they conducted the operation. NBC News first reported on the American role in the sinking of the ship.
Speaking earlier Thursday after a New York Times report about the U.S. role in supporting Ukraine’s killing of Russian generals, Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said American agencies “do not provide intelligence on the location of senior military leaders on the battlefield or participate in the targeting decisions of the Ukrainian military.”
“Ukraine combines information that we and other partners provide with the intel that they themselves are gathering and then they make their own decisions and they take their own actions,” Kirby said. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/official-us-gave-intel-before-ukraine-sank-russian-warship/ | 2022-05-06T22:51:28Z |
Air National Guard’s first female F-35 pilot completes inaugural flight: ‘It’s exciting’
(Gray News) - A female pilot from Kentucky made history earlier this month by piloting an F-35 fighter jet for the Air National Guard.
According to the Air National Guard, 30-year-old 1st Lt. Kelsey Flannery marked her first flight as a Vermont Air National Guard member on Sept. 7.
“I really wanted to be on the leading edge,” Flannery said. “It’s exciting to get up there, go fast, and be able to employ weapons, so that was one of the more appealing parts of it.”
Officials said Flannery has been training for three years to pilot the F-35A Lightning II.
The 30-year-old daughter of an Air Force pilot said she always knew she wanted to fly for the military.
After considering active duty, Flannery said she learned about the opportunities in the Air National Guard and being selected by Vermont to fly the F-35 was “icing on the cake.”
Flannery said the topic of her being the first female in the Air National Guard to pilot an F-35 never came up throughout the three-year process of becoming the latest pilot in the 134th Fighter Squadron.
“There’s definitely been a trail blazed already. I’m really grateful to the women who have done that, but nobody has brought it up, and I feel very much like an equal here,” Flannery said. “People just treat me like a wingman, and it’s great as it allows me to focus more on flying.”
Capt. Jake Dubie, an instructor pilot in the 134th Fighter Squadron, said Flannery did great on her first flight in Vermont.
“Never had to worry about her up in the air,” he said. “She did an awesome job, so it was definitely a lot of fun.”
According to Dubie, the goals laid out for Flannery are to be the best fighter pilot she can be and be someone who can be trusted in the air.
Flannery said she is excited to be part of the 134th Fighter Squadron as it has a strong reputation in the fighter community and a history that dates back to World War II.
“The heritage here goes back so many decades, and it’s so important that we retain that heritage,” Flannery said.
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Supports Novel Small Molecule Therapeutic Approach Designed to Reprogram RNA Processing and Modulate Gene Expression
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Remix Therapeutics (Remix), a biotechnology company developing small molecule therapies designed to reprogram RNA processing and address the underlying drivers of disease, today announced the close of a $70 million Series B financing. Surveyor (a Citadel company) joined the Series B syndicate alongside existing investors Foresite Capital, Atlas Venture, The Column Group, Arch Venture Partners, Alexandria Venture Investments, and Casdin Capital. The funds will support development of the company's REMaster technology platform and advancement of a pipeline of RNA processing targeted therapeutics.
"We are pleased to announce this Series B financing that reflects the significant progress we have made to advance our novel platform and programs modulating RNA processing. With the support of our new and existing investors, we will continue on our path to address disease drivers at their origin," said Peter Smith, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Remix Therapeutics. "This financing will support further development of our REMaster platform, which enables the design of molecules that can selectively degrade RNA, enhance RNA expression, induce exon skipping, or rescue genetic lesions. This technology will transform how diseases are treated."
Fueled by its proprietary technology platform, Remix is leveraging the power of data analytics, bespoke high-throughput screening technologies, and next generation chemistry to advance a pipeline of breakthrough therapies. The company's innovative approach has the unique ability to precisely identify and target RNA processing steps to enhance or eliminate protein function, or to correct dysregulation in disease.
"Drug discovery has primarily centered on targeting proteins but many genetically validated disease mechanisms and targets remain unaddressed. Alternate approaches to building new medicines are needed, so we are thrilled to support Remix's mission to create a new set of tools to not only treat disease in new ways, but to treat diseases more effectively," said Michael Rome, PhD, Managing Director at Foresite Capital.
Remix recently entered into a strategic collaboration with Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, one of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, for the discovery and development of small molecule therapeutics that modulate RNA processing using Remix's REMaster drug discovery platform.
About Remix Therapeutics
Remix Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing novel small molecule therapies designed to reprogram RNA processing and treat disease in entirely new ways. The REMaster technology platform makes it possible to identify patterns in RNA processing and exploit them to modulate gene expression. Remix's innovative therapeutic approach has the ability to alter the way genes are read from the genome, to correct, enhance, or eliminate the gene message, thereby addressing disease drivers at their origin. For more information visit www.remixtx.com.
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Billy Holland: Words can be forgiven but not forgotten
We will never rise above or go beyond what we believe and what we speak.
It’s a spiritual revelation to comprehend that words have power and where there is privilege there is also responsibility.
I realize that we have much to pray about, but this request is crucial if we are to live a holy life of integrity and respect. “Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips” Psalm 141:3.
Since what we say is what we think, it would be wise to monitor what we listen to and what we speak. Communication not only shapes our views while influencing our thoughts and behavior, but words also expose who we really are as we can learn a great deal about a person when we hear them talk.
The word fire produces a variety of emotional responses when used in different environments. For example, pleading for fire when we are rubbing two sticks together is a positive response especially when we are camping out in the cold weather and are hungry. However, screaming the word fire while in a crowded theater brings a negative reaction of fear and panic. As James chapter three points out, an evil tongue may be small but it can destroy the world.
Words can accomplish God’s intentions and carry us to amazing places, but, unfortunately, they can also lead us into situations we wish we had never known. As children, many of us quoted this little rhyme, “Sticks and stones may break our bones, but words will never hurt us” which was a courageous stand as we were being threatened or made fun of, but we realized after we grew up that in most cases, words were actually more emotionally painful than if we had been physically assaulted.
There’s a good chance that you remember when someone said something that caused you to feel rejection and pierced your soul. Maybe negative words from a parent, teacher, coach, a friend, a bully from school, or the neighborhood, and unfortunately these painful wounds will always be remembered. Thankfully, some individuals change over the years as they recall the bad things they have said and are convicted to apologize and make things right as they realize that foolish people say foolish things.
On the other side of the two-edged sword of words, it’s astounding to understand they also have the power to bring inspiration, encouragement, and healing.
In Proverbs 16:24, the Holy Spirit relayed to king Solomon that highly sensitive people are discreet and careful to use good judgment with their speech while the uncaring do not plan or consider what they say.
We know this is true because we have been comforted by God's promises of hope and from those who deeply care about us. In the ancient world, honey was the sweetest substance available, and Solomon was intentional with his imagery as he penned these words, “Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” We have the opportunity to filter our speech through the Holy Spirit, but it’s our choice to apply spiritual principles or ignore them.
The person who is wise and desires to walk in the awareness of God’s presence will learn to have control over their carnal nature. Our emotions are only interested in pleasing our flesh, but God’s will is about His desires and how He wants us to live.
One command associated with obedience to God is to develop spiritual sensitivity and self-control which are included in the fruits of the Spirit. As a result of choosing words wisely, our communication can become an important relay of God’s message. The Lord wants His people to reveal His character, and listening to individuals who follow His voice motivates us to embrace this beautiful way of connecting with others.
Those who disregard spiritual discernment and do not care what they say are quite familiar with the flavor of their foot. “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen” Ephesians 4:29.
Let us consider that what is in the well will come up in the bucket. In this light, we realize that negative and destructive words are not the tongue’s fault as it is only a servant to the mind and spirit.
This is an excerpt from Billy Holland’s new book, “Receiving Our Healing” Learn more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/opinion/2022/09/02/billy-holland-words-can-forgiven-but-not-forgotten/7948491001/ | 2022-09-02T21:21:46Z |
Biden meeting with mayors, police chiefs on Friday
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is meeting Friday with mayors, police chiefs and local public officials to discuss how cities are using funds from the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package on policing and public safety programs.
A White House official insisted on anonymity to provide details of the meeting. In the afternoon, Biden plans to deliver remarks to ask state and local governments to devote more of their coronavirus relief spending to public safety.
The 2021 relief package included $350 billion for state, local and tribal governments, money that could go to police departments. Following the deaths of several Black Americans by law enforcement officials, some Democrats and civil rights activists have urged cutting police budgets. Republican lawmakers have criticized Biden amid rising violent crime, even though the president has said he believes the police need the money.
“The answer is not to defund the police,” Biden said in his State of the Union address in March. “It’s to fund the police. Fund them. Fund them.”
Among the officials meeting with Biden are the mayors and police chiefs of Detroit, Houston, Kansas City, Missouri, and Tampa, Florida. The mayors of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Toledo, Ohio, will also attend, as will officials from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Mercer County, Pennsylvania.
FBI records released last September suggest that Biden inherited a violent crime problem. In 2020, the year before Biden took office, homicides rose nearly 30% over the previous year, the largest one-year jump documented by the FBI. There were 21,570 killings, the highest since the early 1990s when homicides stayed above 23,000 a year.
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- Paris Rhône-LT002 4K UST Projector will make its global debut on Indiegogo this summer
PARIS, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Paris Rhône, an electrical appliance company with over 100 years of history, has announced that it will launch its incomparable 4K ultra-short-throw laser projector, Paris Rhône-LT002, on Indiegogo on July 19th, 2022.
The global debut of Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV will mark a new beginning for the century-old brand as it expands into a new segment to bring high-end audio-visual experiences to more people around the world. A highly competitive launch offer will be available for participants in the Indiegogo campaign, as it encourages more people to embrace the future of entertainment with its cost-effective next-generation 4K projector.
Boasting 4K resolution with 8.3 million pixels and HDR 10, Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV delivers crisp images and rich details for unmatched visual enjoyment. 2,000 ANSI lumens of brightness ensure vivid and incredible picture quality in all lighting conditions, even when watching movies during the day; while leading ALPD Technology ensures a wide color gamut, high brightness, and high contrast for truly vibrant projections.
What's more, with a 3000:1 native contrast, Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV clearly projects more details in deep shadows and bright highlights for crystal-clear displays, especially when users view low-light scenes or black and white films. Viewers will also enjoy precise color expressions thanks to a 100% Rec.709 color gamut, while 50W powerful drivers support Dolby audio and DTS decoding for immersive stereo sound.
Featuring an ultra-short-throw rate of 0.233:1, Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV is capable of projecting incredible images ranging from 80-inches to 150-inches from unparalleled distances of just 5.8-inches to 19.6-inches from the wall. This compact frame means users can place Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV against any wall with ease, making it a space-saving way to bring a 4K viewing experience into the home. Moreover, Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV's impressive 25,000-hour lamp life supports viewing of more than 12,000 movies spanning two hours in length.
With multiple ports, Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV is optimized for a variety of entertainment devices, including computers, set-top boxes, speakers, and next-generation gaming consoles. Gamers will enjoy fast, low-latency gaming with the projector: a 60Hz refresh rate, 50ms response time and MEMC motion smoothing technology allows them to truly immerse themselves in the moment and keep up with fast-paced competitive battles.
Whether it's for viewing movies at home, watching sports on the big screen or gaming, Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV is jam-packed with features to enhance the home cinema experience. Paris Rhône 4K Laser TV will make its debut on Indiegogo in July with a competitive launch offer, making it a highly cost-effective 4K option compared to other short-throw projectors on the market.
About Paris Rhône
Since its inception in 1915, Paris Rhône has been dedicated to developing products that add convenience to customers' daily lives and improve their overall quality of life. It has specialized in electronics research and manufacturing for over a century, adapting to new technological advances to improve electrical appliance production, product design, and brand influence development.
The brand and its sub-brands now cover a diverse range of products including air-quality appliances, cleaning appliances, kitchen appliances, audio equipment, and other household appliances. With a century of expertise in pursuing meaningful innovation and industry-leading design, Paris Rhône now has a worldwide reputation for creating exceptional smart home appliances that add value to people's life.
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Partnerships help FLIPANY make a difference in the local South Florida community
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth (FLIPANY) is honored to have the support of various local and national partners. The Healthy Students Healthy Community Partnership (HSHC) was developed to improve the health of Deerfield Beach Middle School students and families. As part of this initiative, FLIPANY serves as the lead agency and has received a two-year grant to create change and focus on improving the health of the Deerfield Beach community, which was one of 20 communities from 11 states that benefit from the collaboration.
The Healthiest Cities and Counties Challenge funds the HSHC partnership, the American Public Health Association, the Aetna Foundation, and the National Association of Counties and Healthy Places by Design. FLIPANY is proud that the local communities have supported the HSHC partnership, allowing the program to flourish.
Along with our national partners, FLIPANY has had the pleasure of engaging in two outstanding local partnerships: Farm Share and the Children's Services Council of Broward County. Farm Share is a Florida-based nonprofit food bank that provides families in need with fresh produce and healthy food to which they may not otherwise have access. Children's Services Council of Broward County has made it its mission to provide Broward County children with the resources necessary to become healthy and responsible adults.
The collaboration between FLIPANY and HSHC led to several parent- and youth-led projects, such as creating a school-based garden, composting on campus, and forming the Deerfield Beach Middle School Free Neighborhood Market. Over the last six months, the market has provided families and children with approximately 500 pounds of fresh produce per distribution through a pantry-based distribution model. It will be open to the public, beginning on June 23 and continuing every Thursday from 3-5 PM throughout the summer
The market has had a significant impact on the lives of the Deerfield Beach community. Parents and staff members alike have been able to bring healthy and fresh food home for their families. FLIPANY and HSHC have been praised for their weekly distributions by recipients. Families have been introduced to different varieties of fruits and vegetables, providing households with new ingredients to utilize in their recipes and creating more diverse and nourishing meals. Participating in the FLIPANY program has provided information and knowledge about making healthier wellness decisions.
Incredibly, the market has had the opportunity to reach people beyond South Florida. Recently, a family of three from Kentucky lost everything due to a tornado and came to Deerfield Beach to stay with family in the area. The mom expressed relief knowing that receiving a weekly food supply eases the burden on her family.
FLIPANY, HSHC, Children's Services Council of Broward County, and Farm Share proudly provide families across South Florida access to fresh and healthy foods.
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Israel's Leading Privately Owned Food Company Expected to Sell Animal-Free, Real Dairy Cheese, Yogurt and Drinks Within the Year
NEW YORK, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Remilk, a global leader in the development and production of animal-free dairy, has signed a strategic commercial agreement with Central Bottling Company (CBC Group). As per the agreement, CBC Group will develop and launch a new line of dairy drinks, cheeses, and yogurts created with Remilk's animal-free milk protein, for the Israeli market. Commercial launch is planned within 12 months (pending regulatory approval).
Replacing traditional cow-milk protein with Remilk's dairy-identical, non-animal milk protein enables CBC Group to craft a wide variety of real dairy products that are entirely free of lactose, hormones, and cholesterol, all without a single cow, and with a fraction of the resources required and environmental impact as compared to traditional dairy.
"We're thrilled to partner with one of the most trusted and innovative dairy producers in Israel, with a legacy of more than 70 years making delicious dairy products for generations of consumers," said Aviv Wolff, CEO and co-founder of Remilk. "This is a significant affirmation of the quality, safety, and versatility of Remilk's protein. CBC Group is a first mover, playing a powerful role in helping drive a dairy industry evolution for the better of people and the planet. We're working with regulators and innovators around the world to make non-animal dairy products available to consumers everywhere."
Yoram Sagy, president of CBC Group said: "Our partnership with Remilk is in complete alignment with CBC Group's values of introducing cutting edge innovations on the one hand and finding innovative solutions for the existing food and beverage market on the other, as part of The Core, our new center promoting innovative R&D."
The new line of products will be crafted with Remilk's non-animal milk protein in place of cow-derived milk protein. Remilk pioneered a yeast-based fermentation process that produces non-animal milk proteins for use in dairy products traditionally made with milk from cows. Dairy produced through precision fermentation requires a fraction of the Earth's resources and emits a fraction of the harmful greenhouse gas emissions of animal dairy.
Remilk recently obtained self-affirmed GRAS status in accordance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration requirements, paving the way for the sale of products made with Remilk non-animal dairy in the U.S. In April, the company announced plans to build the world's largest precision fermentation facility in Denmark.
CBC Group (exclusive Israeli franchise of Coca-Cola, Carlsberg and more), is one of the largest food companies in Israel and owner of Tara Dairy, Israel's leading privately owned manufacturer of dairy products and one of Israel's leading milk processing companies. Tara Dairy combines unique technology with stringent quality assurance procedures to produce its wide range of milk products, yogurts, cheeses and dairy desserts. The company heavily invests in R&D and has one of the leading departments in its field.
Remilk is a global leader in the development of animal-free dairy. The company was founded by CEO Aviv Wolff, an entrepreneur behind several business and social initiatives, and CTO Ori Cohavi, PhD in Biochemistry, who has worked in R&D at a variety of biotech firms. They founded Remilk driven by a shared dedication to improving life on earth by learning from nature, while preserving it. Remilk produces dairy-identical milk proteins through precision fermentation and has developed a unique and patented approach to scalable manufacturing which requires a fraction of Earth's resources compared to traditional dairy, while dramatically increasing efficiency in production, and, for the first time in history, eliminates the need for dairy cows in industrial-scale dairy production without compromising on taste, functionality, or nutritional values. Remilk is real dairy, no cows.
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WINTER GARDEN, Fla., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Store Space Self Storage is proud to announce the hiring of Stephen Harris as President of Construction at Store Space. Harris, an award-winning commercial construction executive and developer with more than 25 years of experience, has actively built and developed more than 14 million sq. ft. of retail, hospitality, office, residential, and mixed-use projects during his career.
"It's great to welcome Stephen into the Store Space family," said Rob Consalvo, COO, and President of Store Space. "Having someone with his extensive background and past history of success to head our construction division will prove invaluable as we continue to scale our development pipeline."
Harris, who joined Store Space in May, cited the company's growth trajectory and plans for increased ground-up development as one of the driving factors in his decision. In addition to Harris, the Store Space Construction Division has also added Shimon Kanter, Vice President of Development, J. Scott Masterson, Vice President of Construction, and Scott Claflin, Senior Director of Cap-Ex.
"This is a very dynamic company, with opportunities for growth and expansion on the immediate horizon," Harris said. "I'm really excited to be here."
Prior to joining Store Space, Harris was Vice President of Development at Washington Prime Group Inc. in Columbus, OH, where he directed multiple top-tier redevelopment projects valued at up to $1.2 billion while working closely with executive leadership to create strong returns on investment.
He was the executive developer of the $550 million expansion project of the Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, which boosted the value of the property to approximately $6 billion, making it the most valuable shopping center in America in 2019.
Harris' awards include the 2018 Best Retail Architecture in USA, International Property Award, Ala Moana Center (Associated with General Growth Properties/Brookfield), as well as multiple awards from the NAIOP (National Association of Industrial and Office Properties) and ICSC (Innovating Commerce Serving Communities).
Throughout his career, Harris has consistently been a top producer and leader in construction and development. He is an avid reader, a licensed architect, and graduated cum laude from San Diego State University.
Store Space is a self-storage operator and third-party management company. Located in Winter Garden, FL, the Company currently owns, has under purchase agreement, and operates more than 100 properties in 20 states. The Company fuels growth and value with its experience-driven operations, state-of-the-art proprietary platforms, and strategic digital marketing programs. If you have an acquisition opportunity or would like to discuss third-party management, contact us at inquiries@storespace.com, or visit us at www.storespace.com.
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Betty Jean Corbin
Betty Jean Corbin died Friday, March 18, 2022 in Sugar Land, Texas.
Mrs. Corbin was born July 3, 1924 and raised in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Mrs. Corbin was predeceased by her husband, Densel G. Corbin and a son, Charles A. Corbin.
Survivors include three children, David Corbin, Mary Corbin, and Tom Corbin; grandchildren, Christopher Corbin and Jeffrey Corbin; great grandchildren, John Christopher Corbin, Isabel Corbin, Kamila Noguera, and Sara Noguera, Sofia Gomez and a daughter-in-law, Martha Corbin.
Betty Jean graduated from Shawnee High School on May 1942, then attended University of Oklahoma where she received a degree in dietetics four years later. She worked in Richmond, Virginia and in Galveston, Texas before marrying Densel G. Corbin on June 3, 1948 and was married to him until his death on May 16, 2016.
Betty was a Christian and a long-time member of both Grace Presbyterian Church in Houston and Belton Presbyterian Church. Betty was a member of the Salado Investment Club and a book reading club in Salado. She also volunteered at the Salado Library and Scott and White Hospital delivering mail to patients. Betty had serval interests in addition to raising her family. Betty Jean loved to play doubles tennis with her husband, her children, and her grandchildren. While not the most skilled player on the court, she was the most competitive with a huge desire to win. Her desire to win in tennis extended her to being competitive in her bridge games. She also enjoyed many card games and Mexican Train dominos with her family and friends. She also loved to read romance, mystery and historical books, which she used for her travels and Wall Street Journal on a daily basis.
And she did ultimately travel around the world that took her not only to many parts of the United States and to nearly every continent in the world. While she did travel with her husband a few times, she sometimes traveled with her daughter, Mary Corbin and her daughter-in-law, Martha Corbin. However, she was not averse to traveling by herself by joining tour groups, and once taking a freighter, as a passenger, from a round trip between United States and Morocco.
The celebration of her life will be held April 9th at 2 pm at the Dossman Funeral Home Chapel.
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Jeff McShan, public information officer for the county's fifth precinct, told CNN hundreds of volunteers and officers took part in the search effort. They used an infrared drone camera to hone in on a specific area of the park where they thought there might be an animal or human. Once in the area, volunteers heard the barking of a dog, which led them to Noppe.
The precinct announced on Twitter May 6 Noppe had been found. "Constable Ted Heap is relieved to report Sherry Noppe, missing since Tuesday, has been found in George Bush Park," the message read. The park, located in Houston, Texas, covers 7,800 acres.
"She was located at approx. 3 a.m. Friday by a group of tireless volunteers and deputies who were alerted by the sound of her dog, Max, barking in the woods."
Max "saved her life," family friend Michael England told CNN affiliate KTRK-TV.
The loyal dog stayed by Noppe's side throughout the entire ordeal, even though he was not wearing a collar or leash when the pair were found, KTRK-TV reported.
Noppe was found lying in a "marshy area," three miles from where she was last spotted. One of the deputies involved in the search lent Noppe his boots "as they helped her through the muck and brambles to get on our ATV and drive her back to safety," according to an Instagram post from the constable.
On Twitter, Constable Heap lauded the efforts of the search team who followed Max's barking to find Noppe.
"It's a small miracle that she's alive after being missing for so long," said Heap, according to the tweet. Noppe was missing for around three days. "Thank you to @TexasEquuSearch along with the army of searchers who never gave up."
Noppe and Max are now safe at home, according to McShan.
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Students at Emory University told to shelter in place
ATLANTA (AP) — Officials at Emory University are urgently telling students and staff to shelter in place amid reports of a possible armed suspect.
The university said in an email Monday that police are on scene at the nearby Druid Hills High School and that there may be an armed subject on Emory’s campus in Atlanta.
Earlier, Emory University said police were responding to an active shooter on campus. That message, initially posted on Twitter, was taken down. The school then said in a tweet that there was no active shooter.
The incident comes just ahead of graduation weekend at the private university, which consistently ranks among the top schools of higher education in the Southeast. The main commencement ceremony, including a speech by entertainment mogul Tyler Perry, is Monday.
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NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of AbbVie Inc. (NYSE: ABBV) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.41 per share.
The cash dividend is payable November 15, 2022, to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 14, 2022.
Since the company's inception in 2013, AbbVie has increased its dividend by more than 250 percent. AbbVie is a member of the S&P Dividend Aristocrats Index, which tracks companies that have annually increased their dividend for at least 25 consecutive years.
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
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- Artists including Beeple, David Choe, and Alex Grey donated art inspired by personal experience and the potential of psychedelic healing
- Cartography of the Mind represented the single-largest sale of art to benefit MAPS in its 30+ year history of philanthropic art sales
- Select pieces will be exhibited at Psychedelic Science 2023, marking the first time digital art will be exhibited in the extensive Psychedelic Science galleries and exhibits
SAN JOSE, Calif., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) has announced that Cartography of the Mind: A Curated NFT Sale raised $1,569,960. Proceeds of the auction, presented by Christies in collaboration with Ryan Zurrer, founder of Dialectic and Vine Ventures, will benefit MAPS.
On the heels of NFT.NYC, we were absolutely thrilled with the successful results of Cartography of the Mind: A Curated Sale to Benefit MAPS. Throughout the week, the physical exhibition at Christie's new gallery on 6th Avenue drew impressive crowds of enthusiastic visitors. With competitive bidding, the sale realized over $1.5 million. It was 100% sold, and 130% sold hammer over low estimate. This is a true testament to the continued strength and vibrancy of the digital art market.
Nicole Sales, Christie's Business Director of Digital Art
Beeple, David Choe, Sarah Meyohas, Refik Anadol, Mad Dog Jones, IX Shells, and more donated art to support MAPS. The research, education, and advocacy organization, founded in 1986, remains the leading body at the vanguard of research into potentially life-saving psychedelic-assisted therapies.
Psychedelic Healing is an artistic interpretation of the MAPS logo by renowned artist Alex Grey to celebrate MAPS' 35th anniversary in 2021. It was purchased by Ryan Zurrer and donated back to MAPS for additional fundraising.
As a not-for-profit, we are always looking for innovative ways to fundraise, and working with this digital art community has truly been eye-opening. We are overwhelmed by the generosity and support from Ryan, Christie's, and especially these incredible artists who put forth their art in support of our work in advancing psychedelic medicine. We have seen a significant overlap amongst people who have a passion for NFTs, blockchain, and psychedelics. All speak to the decentralized nature of experience, and we look forward to continuing to explore the intersection of both communities.
Rick Doblin, Ph.D., MAPS' Founder and Executive Director
ABOUT MAPS
Founded in 1986, MAPS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit research and educational organization developing medical, legal, and cultural contexts for people to benefit from the careful uses of psychedelics and marijuana. MAPS is sponsoring the most advanced psychedelic therapy research in the world funded primarily by philanthropic donors and grantors who have given more than $130 million for research and education.
About Christie's
Founded in 1766, Christie's is a world-leading art and luxury business. Renowned and trusted for its expert live and online auctions, as well as its bespoke private sales, Christie's offers a full portfolio of global services to its clients, including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education. Christie's has a physical presence in 46 countries, throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, with flagship international sales hubs in New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris and Geneva. It also is the only international auction house authorized to hold sales in mainland China (Shanghai).
Christie's is dedicated to advancing responsible culture throughout its business and communities worldwide, including achieving sustainability through net zero carbon emissions by 2030, and actively using its platform in the art world to amplify under-represented voices and support positive change.
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Massillon assisted living worker accused of sexually assaulting residents claims insanity
MASSILLON – A former assisted living employee accused of sexually assaulting residents and visually recording her crimes on a cellphone has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.
Tiara Ford, 23, of Canton, changed her plea in Stark County Common Pleas Court on Tuesday, delaying a final pretrial hearing that was set for Friday.
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Ford's defense attorney, James Haupt, filed a motion requesting Judge Kristin Farmer order a psychological evaluation, as well as competency to determine whether or not his client will be fit to stand trial.
A competency hearing was set for May.
The Inn at Village University
Ford is accused of sexually assaulting at least three residents at the Inn at Village University in Massillon between December 2019 and December 2021.
Ford is accused of using her cellphone to record the sex acts performed on one female and two male residents. She reportedly told police the residents had Alzheimer's or dementia, and could not provide consent due to their age and mental condition, according to court records. The Canton Repository had previously reported that the three victims were men.
Massillon police said in a news release that Ford was arrested following a two-week investigation into her employment as a state tested nurse aide.
A Stark County grand jury secret indictment was unsealed on March 3, indicting Ford on one count of rape, a first-degree felony, and two counts of gross sexual imposition, both felonies of the fourth-degree.
Ford was arrested by Massillon police on March 4, and remains held on a $250,000 bond.
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BELTON — The Bell County Texas Democratic Women group will meet at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Agrilife Building at 1605 N. Main Street in Belton.
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John L. Thornton, former President of Goldman Sachs, Joins Board of Directors
LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Divergent Technologies, the company that has developed the world's first end-to-end digital production system to revolutionize industrial-scale manufacturing, announced that it has completed its Series C funding totaling $160 million. The new financing will enable the company to industrialize its fully-integrated platform, combining generative design, additive manufacturing, and automated assembly, expand operations, and meet the growing demand among automotive OEMs for design and production of vehicle structures leveraging the company's proprietary digital production technology.
Along with the new capital, Divergent is welcoming John L. Thornton, former President of Goldman Sachs, Executive Chairman of Barrick Gold, and Board Member of Ford Motor Company, to its Board of Directors.
Divergent Technologies seeks to make the vehicle manufacturing process more efficient and less wasteful using additive manufacturing (AM), colloquially known as 3D printing. Through the company's state-of-the-art Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS®), Divergent replaces the conventional structure design and production process, which is reliant on legacy software, vehicle architectures, tooling and related factory assets with a proprietary, patented, end-to-end system for vehicle design and engineering, volume manufacturing and assembly. The DAPS software-hardware stack was developed in-house, with over 500 patent filings across the system. This approach enables both low- and high-volume manufacturing without the costly tooling and capital expenses of the past, enabling manufacturers to quickly iterate and invent new product models from anywhere in the world.
With lead inventor, founder and CEO Kevin Czinger, Divergent has a team of more than 180 engineers and scientists across four technology divisions: Structures, Software (HPC, GD and AI), Additive Manufacturing (Hardware, Software and Materials) and Automation (Software, Optics and Robotics).
"This funding represents a sterling affirmation of how disruptive we are in the auto manufacturing industry, one that really hasn't experienced such revolution since Henry Ford developed the assembly line more than 100 years ago," said Czinger. "Of great importance, given the global focus on sustainability, DAPS is planet-saving manufacturing in that it radically reduces lifecycle environmental impact by optimizing total vehicle "cradle-to-cradle" efficiency.
Added Lukas Czinger, Senior Vice President of Operations, "DAPS creates radically more efficient structures using a fraction of the typical engineering time and transforms automotive companies from CapEx-constrained businesses to flexible, design-driven organizations. It is the first instance of digital industrial manufacturing. The factory infrastructure stays consistent regardless of the design, only the data changes, allowing DAPS to switch between differentiated designs seamlessly with no downtime in-between. DAPS entering serial production this year represents a historic inflection point in automotive manufacturing."
John L. Thornton, former President of Goldman Sachs and an investor in Divergent Technologies' Series C funding as well as earlier financing rounds, said: "Seeing Divergent in action is seeing the future of automotive manufacturing now. This system will become the norm in the industry. The transformation in manufacturing which Divergent will lead will be good for the US, good for jobs, good for efficiency, for productivity and for climate."
Tom Steyer, both an early and a Series C Divergent investor, added: "By greatly reducing the carbon emissions and the industrial footprint of automotive manufacturing, Divergent is one of the companies I'm most hopeful will have an important impact on our ability to combat climate change. Zero-Emissions Vehicles are an important part of a greener future, but if we can't reduce the environmental costs of building them in the first place, their impact will never be fully realized. Divergent's technology can change that."
David Beirne, one of the original five GP's of Benchmark Capital and a Board Member of Divergent, said: "The long-term potential for Divergent's digital manufacturing technology is revolutionary across multiple industries, not just automotive. Its proprietary DAPS system is so adaptable that you could build just about anything efficiently without requiring massive capital investment and a large industrial footprint. Divergent is a game-changer for American manufacturing."
The unique capabilities delivered by the system are highlighted in the industry-disrupting performance of the Czinger Vehicles 21C hypercar, the first production car designed and built using Divergent's ground-breaking technology. Over the past few months, the hypercar shattered the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) production car track lap record by an astonishing six seconds and the Laguna Seca production car track lap record by two seconds. Of significance, the 21C V8 was designed to use a range of fuels, including carbon recycled methanol and other e-fuels, so it can be run as a zero-emissions vehicle.
Divergent plans a scale-up of its advanced manufacturing facilities, with future deployments of DAPS factories planned for Europe and the USA starting in 2024. Divergent is currently in development with 8 initial OEM brands on vehicle structure programs with production volumes ranging from 100s to hundreds of thousands of vehicles across the models' production life, with the first program entering production this year. Divergent's ultimate vision is to build a global network of DAPS factories driving distributed innovation across the planet in a circular economy manufacturing system.
In previous funding rounds, Divergent Technologies raised roughly $200 million from investors including Horizons Ventures and Altran Technologies.
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GUANGZHOU, China, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Onion Global Limited ("Onion Global", the "Group" or the "Company") (NYSE: OG), a next-generation lifestyle brand platform that incubates, markets, and distributes the world's fresh, fashionable, and future brands to young people in China and across Asia, today announced that it generated over RMB14.8 million in GMV within the first three days of its 2022 Luca Brand Shopping Festival. To address the rapidly evolving needs and expectations of the younger generation, Luca Brand Shopping Festival, one of Onion Global's key promotional events of the year, brings together a collection of "fresh, fashionable and future" high-growth brands designed specifically for Gen Z. Onion Global has been implementing the Luca Brand portfolio strategy since 2018, currently consisting of over 40 new-consumption brands spanning across daily necessities, food, beauty, and healthcare to meet the diversified needs of young consumers. The twelve-day Shopping Festival started on June 17, 2022 and continued until June 29, 2022.
Highlights for the first three days during the 2022 Luca Brand Shopping Festival
- The total GMV during the first three days was over RMB14.8 million, and the total number of orders was over 30,000;
- More than 700 Standard Product Units (SPUs) offered by 36 brands participated in the Luca Brand Shopping Festival this year;
- The total number of buyers exceeded 19,000 with a repurchase rate of higher than 31%;
Mr. Cong (Kenny) Li, Founder, and CEO of Onion Global commented, "As part of our core strategy, the Luca Brand portfolio has helped Onion Global build emotional and personal connections with the younger generation, especially Gen Z, and respond to the ever-changing consumption environment. We believe with new demands bring new opportunities, and the diversification of consumer demand under the new consumption trend will undoubtedly change the landscape of new consumption brands. Against this backdrop, Onion Global helps brands adjust their marketing strategies to keep up with the consumption concepts of the new generation. For example, we helped Baiyunshan Wanglaoji, a functional drinking product, launch a new type of sugar-free and sparkling herbal tea to fit into diverse catering scenarios. We also incubated Soul Mui, a fruit wine brand featuring Chinese cultural elements, to target the alcopop and low alcoholic beverage market favored by the younger generation. This April, we launched Eyelicious, an eye fashion brand, to take advantage of the booming eye makeup market fueled by the regular wearing of face masks. Onion Global will capitalize on the new consumption trends and continue to work with its partners across the value chain, incubating and developing more trendy brands and products, and expand the Luca Brand categories further."
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Onion Global Limited (NYSE: OG) is a next-generation lifestyle brand platform that incubates, markets, and distributes the world's fresh, fashionable, and future brands, which we refer to as "3F brands," to young people in China and across Asia. The Company's mission is to be the dream factory of lifestyle brands for young people. The Company's platform offers an integrated solution to develop, market, and distribute new and inspiring branded products, thereby reshaping the lifestyle shopping and consumer culture in China. Onion Global Limited has been listed on New York Stock Exchange since May 2021.
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Kansas man convicted of killing 4-month-old daughter in 2018
HAYSVILLE, Kan. (AP) — A southern Kansas man has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the 2018 death of his 4-month-old daughter.
Andrew Franklin, 36, of Haysville, pleaded no contest last month to the reduced charge and a single count of child abuse in the death of Brexley Grace Franklin, KAKE-TV reported. He faces years in prison when he’s sentenced June 6.
Police have said offices and medics were to a Haysville apartment for reports of a baby having a seizure and took Brexley to a hospital. Once at the hospital, doctors discovered the baby girl suffering from a skull fracture, retinal hemorrhages and bruises to her jaw. She died five days later on Sept. 13, 2018.
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Franklin was initially charged with first-degree murder and two counts of child abuse. He’s been behind bars since his arrest in January 2019. Records show he had previously served time in prison for theft and burglary.
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TULSA, Okla., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE: OKE) will release second quarter 2022 earnings after the market closes on Aug. 8, 2022. ONEOK's executive management will participate in a conference call the following day.
If you are unable to participate in the conference call or the webcast, the replay will be available on ONEOK's website, www.oneok.com, for 90 days. A recording will be available by phone for seven days. The playback call may be accessed at 888-203-1112, pass code 5147412.
ONEOK, Inc. (pronounced ONE-OAK) (NYSE: OKE) is a leading midstream service provider and owner of one of the nation's premier natural gas liquids (NGL) systems, connecting NGL supply in the Rocky Mountain, Mid-Continent and Permian regions with key market centers and an extensive network of natural gas gathering, processing, storage and transportation assets.
ONEOK is a FORTUNE 500 company and is included in the S&P 500.
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NEW YORK, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Juan Monteverde, founder and managing partner of the class action firm Monteverde & Associates PC (the "M&A Class Action Firm"), a national securities firm rated Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report and headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City, is investigating TherapeuticsMD, Inc. (TXMD), relating to its proposed acquisition via a tender offer by an affiliate of EW Healthcare Partners. Under the terms of the agreement, TXMD shareholders will receive $10.00 in cash per share they own. Click here for more information: http://monteverdelaw.com/case/therapeuticsmd-inc. It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you.
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We are a national class action securities litigation law firm that has recovered millions of dollars and is committed to protecting shareholders from corporate wrongdoing. We were listed in the Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. Our lawyers have significant experience litigating Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Class Actions. Mr. Monteverde is recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Securities Litigation in 2013, 2017-2019, an award given to less than 2.5% of attorneys in a particular field. He has also been selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2017-2021 Top Rated Lawyer. Our firm's recent successes include changing the law in a significant victory that lowered the standard of liability under Section 14(e) of the Exchange Act in the Ninth Circuit. Thereafter, our firm successfully preserved this victory by obtaining dismissal of a writ of certiorari as improvidently granted at the United States Supreme Court. Emulex Corp. v. Varjabedian, 139 S. Ct. 1407 (2019). Also, in 2019 we recovered or secured six cash common funds for shareholders in mergers & acquisitions class action cases.
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MIAMI (AP) — A frustrated Bam Adebayo tore his jersey apart as he walked off the court after the final buzzer. Erik Spoelstra made no effort to hide his sadness about how the Miami Heat’s season ended. Kyle Lowry said the year was wasted.
The hope was to spend Tuesday flying to the NBA Finals.
Instead, the Heat enter an offseason of decisions.
A team that was assembled with a singular goal of winning a championship will spend the coming months lamenting a chance that slipped away. Miami’s season ended with a Game 7 home loss to the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference finals, denying the Heat a second trip to the NBA Finals in the last three seasons.
“You don’t know how many more opportunities you will have to get back to this, so for me, honestly, it was a waste of a year,” Lowry said after his first season with the Heat ended. “I only play to win championships. It was fun, and I appreciate the guys, my teammates, and I appreciate the opportunity. But for me, it’s a waste of a year. You’re not winning a championship, it’s a wasted year.”
The Heat had the best record in the East during the regular season, 53-29. They did it without a player who was voted onto the All-NBA teams — Miami was only the sixth No. 1 seed in the last four decades without a first-, second- or third-team selection.
“You fight so hard, throughout the season, ups and downs, injuries, disrespect and you still find a way to come this close,” said Adebayo, the Miami center who was in the running for defensive player of the year. “It’s rough.”
The NBA award votes were cast when the regular season ended. Had the playoffs counted, Jimmy Butler would have been voted All-World. He joined LeBron James as the only two players in Heat history to have a year with at least eight 30-point playoff games during the first three rounds, capping his playoff run with a 47-point season saver in Game 6 at Boston and then 35 more in the finale.
“We had enough,” Butler said. “Next year, we will have enough and we’re going to be right back in the same situation, and we’re going to get it done.”
If the Heat had won Game 7 over Boston, nobody knows who they even would have had available to face Golden State in the NBA Finals. Tyler Herro, who was named sixth man of the year, was dealing with a groin injury. Power forward P.J. Tucker couldn’t finish Game 7, after lumbering through much of the postseason with leg issues. Lowry’s hamstring hasn’t been right for more than a month. Butler clearly was ailing though insisted he was fine.
“It feels heartbreaking,” said Spoelstra, who finished his 14th season as Heat coach. “We just wanted a crack at it. A crack at Golden State, and just find out, you know, as competitors. I love this group. This team was here to compete for a title. In that regard, I think we lived up to those expectations. But we fell short. We’ll never know, and that’s the part that we’ll have to live with.”
HERRO EXTENSION
Herro didn’t have great postseason numbers, in at least some part because of the groin issue, but had a year that likely exceeded expectations overall. He wasn’t bothered by not starting and understood that the sixth man role has always been a vital part of Spoelstra’s game plans. He is eligible for a contract extension now going into Year 4, and a clear priority for the Heat this summer is figuring out how much they’ll be able to pay Herro starting with the 2023-24 season when the new deal will kick in.
TUCKER’S FUTURE
Tucker is 37, undersized to be a power forward at 6-foot-5 and has never averaged 10 points in an NBA season. That’s often not a great combination. But — assuming Tucker opts out of the second year of his Heat deal, as would seem to make sense — it would be shocking if Miami didn’t fight to keep him, given the enormous impact he made on the Heat in his first year with the club. Spoelstra loves what he brings, as does the rest of the locker room.
THE ROBINSON DILEMMA
Duncan Robinson — a 3-point specialist who has often flourished in his Miami tenure — got a contract worth about $18 million per season last summer, lost his stroke at times this year, then lost his starting spot and ultimately his rotation spot. He scored 27 points in the Heat postseason opener back in April, then scored 46 points in the 17 games Miami played over the rest of the playoffs (and didn’t even get into five of those). It won’t be a surprise if he’s a trade chip if the Heat, as they often do, test the market in search of major upgrades.
UNDRAFTED FINDS
Including playoffs, the Heat got 4,171 points this season from undrafted players — the most by any NBA team in the last 50 years. Max Strus and Gabe Vincent were both key parts of the rotation and remain with the Heat on team-friendly deals for next season.
DRAFT ASSETS
Miami has the No. 27 pick in this year’s draft. The Heat forfeited their second-round pick as part of the penalty levied by the NBA after an investigation found that the team began pursuing Lowry last summer before league rules allow.
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aniplex Online Fest 2022 is gearing up for an unprecedented event featuring a star-studded line-up of musical artists set to hit the stage with internationally beloved idol Sally Amaki returning as host alongside Hisanori Yoshida. Aniplex is pulling out all the stops with huge announcements, sneak peeks, and celebrity appearances from the stars of over 20 shows. Viewers can tune in to Aniplex Online Fest 2022 on YouTube for free on September 23rd starting at 8 PM (PDT).
Kicking the festivities off will be an exclusive AOF special edition performance of the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Orchestra Concert featuring the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra for an unforgettable 20-minute performance accompanied by scenes from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. The festival will also welcome Aimer, Eir Aoi, Masayuki Suzuki feat. Airi Suzuki & Suu, halca, Reona, and SawanoHiroyuki[nzk] for exhilarating live performances of some of your favorite tunes.
Getting the party started is Aniplex Online Fest favorite DJ Kazu, who will be returning to the event for a thrilling DJ performance. Aniplex Online Fest 2022 is currently accepting song requests for DJ Kazu via the comment section on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, where fans can watch a snippet of his Aniplex Online Fest 2021 performance for a limited time.
In addition to the already all-star line-up of special guests set to appear, Aniplex Online Fest 2022 has added Chika Anzai and Shion Wakayama from the summer 2022 season's fan favorite show Lycoris Recoil, plus Jun Fukuyama in a pre-recorded program for the highly anticipated All Saints Street.
For more information, visit the official website: https://aniplex-online-fest.com/en/
SPECIAL GUESTS (In Alphabetical Order)
Musical Artists :
- Aimer
- Eir Aoi
- halca
- Masayuki Suzuki feat. Airi Suzuki & Suu
- ReoNA
- SawanoHiroyuki[nzk]
- DJ Kazu
Voice Actors :
- Chika Anzai (Lycoris Recoil)
- Daiki Yamashita (All Saints Street) pre-recorded
- Hina Suguta (My Dress-Up Darling)
- Jun Fukuyama (All Saints Street) pre-recorded
- Kaito Ishikawa (Tomo-chan Is a Girl!, All Saints Street)
- Lynn (Engage Kiss)
- Masakazu Morita (BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War)
- Rie Takahashi (Tomo-chan Is a Girl!)
- Rumi Okubo (Engage Kiss)
- Saku Mizuno (Raven of the Inner Palace)
- Saya Aizawa (Engage Kiss)
- Shoya Ishige (My Dress-Up Darling)
- Soma Saito (Engage Kiss)
- Tomori Kusunoki (The Misfit of Demon King AcademyⅡ: History's Strongest Demon King Reincarnates and Goes to School with His Descendants)
- Yoshino Aoyama (BOCCHI THE ROCK!)
- Yuko Natsuyoshi (The Misfit of Demon King AcademyⅡ: History's Strongest Demon King Reincarnates and Goes to School with His Descendants)
and more!
EVENT INFORMATION
- Event Name:Aniplex Online Fest 2022
- Date/Time:Friday, September 23, 2022 from 8 PM (PDT)
- Venue:PACIFICO Yokohama National Convention Hall
1-1-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 220-0012, Japan - Organizer:Aniplex Inc.
- Co-Sponsored By:Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.
- Streaming Platform:YouTube (excluding select countries and regions)
- Official Website (English):https://aniplex-online-fest.com/en/
- Aniplex Event Official Twitter:https://twitter.com/aniplex_event
*Please note, schedule and content are subject to change.
FEATURED SHOWS (In Alphabetical Order)
- All Saints Street
- Ayakashi Triangle
- Berserk: The Golden Age Arc - Memorial Edition
- BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War
- BOCCHI THE ROCK!
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (via Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Orchestra Concert)
- ngage Kiss
- Kaguya-sama: Love Is War
- Lycoris Recoil
- MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES
- My Dress-Up Darling
- NieR:Automata
- Raven of the Inner Palace
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Saint Cecilia & Pastor Lawrence
- Solo Leveling
- The Misfit of Demon King AcademyⅡ: History's Strongest Demon King Reincarnates and Goes to School with His Descendants
- Tomo-chan Is a Girl!
- UniteUp!
About Aniplex Online Fest 2022
Held annually since 2020, Aniplex Online Fest is a free online festival presented by Aniplex delivering the latest news and information on anime shows and performances from some of the biggest names in music. In 2021, Aniplex Online Fest included a wide variety of programming featuring exclusive shows from 11 anime series, exhilarating music performances, live drawings, and more. Streamed worldwide in both Japanese and English, Aniplex Online Fest 2021 invited fans to dive into the world of anime with over 6 and a half hours of programming with over 850,000 viewers from all over the world. AOF is scheduled to return bigger than ever in 2022 on September 23rd (PDT).
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DETROIT (AP) — Jeep will start selling two fully electric SUVs in North America and another one in Europe over the next two years.
The new EVs, Jeep’s first, are part of the Stellantis brand’s plans to convert half of its U.S. sales and all of its European sales to battery-electric vehicles by 2030. They’re the first for the brand, and executives are promising that they’ll be fully capable of off-road travel.
The new vehicles include the Jeep Recon, a four-wheel-drive midsize SUV about the size of the Jeep Wrangler and rival Ford’s gas-powered Bronco Sport. It will be produced at an undisclosed North American factory starting in 2024. No range, performance figures or prices were released.
Jeep also will start making an all-electric Wagoneer S midsize luxury SUV in 2024 that also can go off road. The electric extension of the Wagoneer sub-brand is expected to go 400 miles (650 kilometers) on a single charge, have 600 horsepower, and be able to travel from zero to 60 miles per hour (100 kilometers per hour) in about 3.5 seconds.
The Wagoneer S also will be built in North America at a yet-to-be disclosed factory. No prices were released on this SUV either.
Heading for Europe next year will be the Jeep Avenger compact SUV, the brand’s first fully electric vehicle. Jeep says the small Avenger, with 250 miles (400 kilometers) of range per charge, won’t be coming to the U.S. It’s better suited for Europe, where there’s a strong market for smaller vehicles, executives said.
The Avenger will be officially unveiled Oct. 17 at the Paris Motor Show. It will arrive in showrooms early next year.
Jeep also plans to introduce four all-electric SUVs in North America and Europe by the end of 2025, the executives said.
The Recon, though, will not replace the Jeep Wrangler small SUV, said Christian Meunier, the brand CEO. “The Wrangler is the icon,” he said, without saying there would be an electric Wrangler.
Jeep, he said, is on a path to become the leading zero-emission SUV brand across the globe. The company has a goal of selling the SUVs in China, executives said. | https://cw33.com/technology/ap-technology/ap-jeep-unveils-1st-electric-suvs-for-north-america-and-europe/ | 2022-09-09T01:04:01Z |
Mid-size cars don’t hold up as well as crossover SUVs in a new side impact test conducted by the IIHS, the insurance industry-funded nonprofit announced Thursday.
Only the 2022 Subaru Outback earned a top “Good” rating in a new crash test meant to reflect what happens when a car gets hit on the driver’s side by a heavier vehicle at high speeds. The 2022 Hyundai Sonata and 2022 Volkswagen Jetta earned “Acceptable” ratings, due to more severe impacts on the driver’s pelvis and rear passenger’s torso or pelvis.
The 2022 Honda Accord earned a “Marginal” rating, due to an elevated risk of impact on the driver’s head. The 2022 Toyota Camry, 2022 Nissan Altima, and 2022 Chevrolet Malibu all earned “Poor” ratings for a higher risk of intrusion into the cabin, and higher risk of injury.
In tests of small and mid-size crossover SUVs, 10 out of 18 SUVs earned “Good” ratings; none earned “Poor” ratings.
“With vehicles that sit lower to the ground, the striking barrier hits higher on the door panel,” IIHS President David Harkey said in a statement. “That potentially puts sedans and wagons at a disadvantage in this evaluation but reflects what happens in a real-world crash when these vehicles are struck by a higher-riding pickup or SUV.”
The new crash test reflects how much roadways have changed in 20 years. It’s the first update to its side-impact test since 2003. During that time, the marketplace has shifted overwhelmingly to large vehicles that ride higher and weigh more than sedans. Additionally, vehicles are traveling at higher speeds on average than in the past.
This adds up to more dangerous circumstances for drivers. Of the more than 36,000 traffic fatalities that occurred in 2019, the last complete year for data from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System, nearly 8,300 people (23%) died from side-impact crashes.
The new test, meant to simulate a T-bone crash, such as when a car turns left at a light and gets struck by another car traveling perpendicular through the intersection, addresses these changes to reflect SUVs and larger vehicles.
“The average weight of SUVs on the road has increased about 1,000 lb over the last 20 years to about 4,600 lb,” Joe Young, IIHS director of public relations, said in an interview conducted in October when the new testing was announced. “The new barrier weighs 4,180 lb, which is about in line with the average weight of a mid-size SUV.”
The original test had a 3,300-lb barrier striking the car’s B-pillar at 31 mph. The new test uses the heavier barrier and a strike speed of 37 mph. The IIHS also reshaped the barrier strike surface for a lower point to reflect that many SUVs now have lower car-like hoods. The barrier hits the B-pillar that separates the front and rear seats externally, and the dummies used in both of those seats are modeled after the proportions of a small woman or 12-year-old passenger. The driver’s side is used instead of the passenger’s side because there will always be a driver.
The new test also reflects a higher standard of safety. The IIHS raises the safety bar and criteria for its Top Safety Pick (TSP) awards, which are coveted by automakers as a marketing tool to demonstrate vehicle safety as much if not more so than the NHTSA’s outdated five-star crash-test rating system. In 2021, 93% of vehicles tested earned a top “Good” rating in the side impact test, which is one of six crash tests conducted by the IIHS and used in part in its TSP and TSP+ criteria.
All seven mid-size cars tested earned a “Good” rating in the original side-impact test.
Recent safety changes have accounted for headlight effectiveness as well as the performance of automatic emergency braking. Automakers respond to those changes to try and earn TSP nods.
Starting in 2023, a “Good” or “Acceptable” rating in the new side-impact test will be necessary to earn a TSP, while a “Good” rating will be required for a TSP+.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vincent Camarda Scholarship for Finance Students is open for qualified students to apply. The scholarship is available for students who are enrolled in certified universities in the United States and studying to become finance specialists in the future. High school students looking to continue their education in pursuit of a business degree can also apply. The scholarship will be awarded to one lucky student based on an essay competition. Applicants are required to write an outstanding essay, that is not more than 1000 words, answering an essay question. One lucky student will be awarded a total of $1,000 to assist with tuition fees. All qualified students are advised to apply for the scholarship by submitting their creative essay no later than December 15, 2022. The winner of the scholarship will be announced on January 15, 2023. To apply for the scholarship, students are required to submit their full essay to apply@vincentcamardascholarship.com. Along with the creative essay, students should provide their full name, phone number, address, email address, the name of the school they are currently attending, their graduation date, a short personal biography, and their GPA as well.
To become a finance specialist, education must be in play. Education will not only shape your career but also aid your success. Unfortunately, not all students out there who dare to dream to become financial analysts in the future have had the chance to study and fulfil their dreams; this is because of financial constraints and hardships that many have to face. Lack of funds has made many students give up on their dreams to settle for scholar jobs. Some students have been forced to work part-time or full-time just to raise money for their education. No one understands the financial struggles that students studying to become future financial professionals have more than Vincent Camarda.
The person behind the scholarship, Vincent Camarda, is a financial professional and has spent many years of his career as a financial advisor. He has first-hand experience of how it can be a struggle as a student studying on the road to becoming a financial professional especially financially. He wants to give back to the next generation by offering his scholarship to the most deserving student.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to allow it to put in place guidance that prioritizes deportation of people in the country illegally who pose the greatest public safety risk.
The emergency request to the court follows conflicting decisions by federal appeals courts in recent days over a September directive from the Homeland Security Department that paused deportation unless individuals had committed acts of terrorism, espionage or “egregious threats to public safety.”
The federal appeals court in Cincinnati overturned a district judge’s order that put the policy on hold in a lawsuit filed by Arizona, Ohio and Montana.
But in a separate suit filed by Texas and Louisiana, a federal judge in Texas ordered a nationwide halt to the guidance and a federal appellate panel in New Orleans declined to step in.
The administration turned to the Supreme Court in the latter case, asking that the policy be allowed to be put in place nationwide, or at the very least, everywhere outside Texas and Louisiana.
The judge’s order “is disrupting DHS’s efforts to focus its limited resources on the noncitizens who pose the gravest threat to national security, public safety, and the integrity of our Nation’s borders,” Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar wrote in the Supreme Court filing.
The guidance, issued after Joe Biden became president, updated a Trump-era policy that removed people in the country illegally regardless of criminal history or community ties.
Even while disagreeing on many aspects of the immigration issue, the two administrations did find common ground in one respect, calling for the court to limit the power of “single district judges to dictate national policy.”
Prelogar, following her predecessors in the Trump administration, bemoaned an explosion of lawsuits filed by states of one party against a president of the other party. Too many of those suits, she wrote, resulted in orders with nationwide effect. Judges typically decide cases in ways that only affect the parties before them.
The states have until Wednesday to respond, and an order from the Supreme Court is not expected before late next week.
The Biden administration request comes one day after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order authorizing state forces to apprehend migrants and return them to the U.S.-Mexico border, pushing the boundaries of their enforcement powers and the Republican’s escalating efforts to curb the rising number of crossings.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, asked Friday about the order, said “Immigration enforcement is a federal authority and states should not be … meddling in it. That is just, especially Texas Gov. Abbott, who has a track record of causing chaos and confusion at the border.”
It remained unclear Friday how Abbott’s order would be carried out on the ground or whether any apprehensions or transports had already taken place. Ericka Miller, a spokeswoman for the Texas Department of Public Safety, said the state police agency could not discuss operational specifics.
Customs and Border Protection commissioner Chris Magnus, speaking at a news conference in Washington, said his agency has a shared interest with the Texas DPS and other agencies “in maintaining a safe, orderly, humane immigration process.”
“We stand ready to work with Texas to achieve these goals but the challenge is when any state such as Texas takes unilateral action that just makes it harder for us to do this,” he said. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/administration-seeks-supreme-court-ok-on-deportation-policy/ | 2022-07-09T01:39:02Z |
More than 2,000 migrants are heading to US in caravan, official says
(CNN) - A group of about 2,300 people left the southern Mexican city of Tapachula on Monday, heading north, according to an official with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
The official told CNN the group comprises mainly Venezuelans and includes migrants from Nicaragua, Cuba, El Salvador, and Honduras.
In a bulletin, a regional immigration group, Colectivo de Observación y Monitoreo de Derechos Humanos en el SE Mexicano, said that the group included principally families and children “who demand access to migration procedures and dignified treatment by the authorities.”
Tapachula, located just across the border from Guatemala, is a popular way station for migrants traveling from Central America.
Under Mexican immigration laws, migrants and asylum-seekers are often made to wait in the area for several months with limited work opportunities.
This caravan gathered partially in protest of immigration policies, and it would be weeks before they arrived at the U.S. southern border, assuming they all did. Caravans often dwindle in size as they move north.
Caravans of migrants have left Tapachula regularly in the past year, although this current group appears to be one of the largest.
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BEIJING, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily:
The 2022 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) is scheduled to be held at the China National Convention Center and Shougang Park and in Beijing from Aug. 31 to Sept. 5.
The event, with a larger exhibition area and more participants, is expected to become more international and professional. Green and innovative cooperation will be highlighted at the exhibition.
According to Yang Jinbai, vice mayor of Beijing, the exhibition area of the 2022 CIFTIS will be 26,000 square meters larger than that of the previous session, with its thematic exhibition area doubling from a year ago to reach 20,000 square meters.
As of Aug. 22, 1,407 enterprises had confirmed their on-site participation in the event, up 13.8 percent from a year ago, of which 446 are Fortune Global 500 companies and industry leaders. The overall internationalization rate stands at 20.8 percent, nearly 3 percentages higher than that in last year.
Vice Minister of Commerce Sheng Qiuping said the CIFTIS has been expanding continuously since it was launched 10 years ago, evolving into one of the three major platforms in China that serve to promote opening-up and international cooperation.
The past ten years witnessed the rapid development of China's trade service. During this period, the added-value of the country's service sector soared 1.49 times and cumulative trade in services exceeded $4 trillion, which has further cemented the country's advantage of having an ultra-large market.
As an international comprehensive fair held at the state-level, the CIFTIS will lead China's consumption trend and accelerate consumption recovery and upgrading. It will also create all-round opportunities for global enterprises to join China's service market and provide a platform for Chinese enterprises to exploit domestic and international markets and resources.
As of Aug. 22, 71 countries, regions and international organizations had confirmed to join the 2022 CIFTIS, including the 59 countries such as United Arab Emirates (UAE), Germany, and the UK, as well as 12 international organizations such as the World Meteorological Organization and the UNESCO, said Ding Yong, director of the Beijing Municipal Commerce Bureau.
Among them, 17 countries are ranked in the top 30th globally regarding service trade, five more than those from a year ago. Ten countries, including the UAE, Switzerland, and Italy, will hold exhibitions at the event in their countries' names for the first time.
At the Exhibitions of Countries, visitors can learn the latest development of participating countries' service trade and catch a glimpse of these countries' customs and cultures.
UAE, as the guest of honor country of this year's CIFTIS, will demonstrate its aviation, financial, advanced manufacturing and cultural services focusing on "diversified economy."
Thirty-three countries, including the Netherlands, Austria and Portugal, will host online exhibitions.
An environmental services sector is expected to be included in the 2022 CIFTIS to display new technologies and applications in ecological protection and energy conservation. Technology factors will be highlighted at the event, and a Metaverse experience hall will be unveiled at the event's Telecommunications, Computer and Information Services sector.
Yang introduced that the Metaverse experience hall, which is established at the Shougang Park, will display frontier technologies and achievements in Metaverse production and application.
Besides, Financial Services, Educational Services, Health Services, and Supply Chain Services sectors are expected to be maintained at this year's event to demonstrate new technologies, achievements, and business forms in these areas.
The Global Trade in Services Summit of the 2022 CIFTIS is scheduled to be held on Aug. 31. The CIFTIS Comprehensive Exhibition will be held at the China National Convention Center. Special exhibitions include nine sectors. The Environmental Services sector will be held at the second-phase project of the China National Convention Center, and the rest eight at the Shougang Park.
The 2022 CIFITS will also include seven forums, 128 thematic forums and five side events. Visitor days of the exhibition start on Sept. 3 and end on Sept. 5.
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Beginning in the months before Donald Trump took office, and extending well into his presidency, the media and political world took a set of vague but serious accusations of wrongdoing involving the 2016 Trump campaign and Russia and created a 24/7 frenzy of talk about secret evidence, potential criminal charges and allegedly grave damage to national security. Fed by leaks originating in federal law enforcement, the intelligence community and interested lawyers, ostensibly responsible observers engaged in wild speculation that was damaging to then-President Trump.
And here was the punch line: Nobody knew what the evidence was. It was secret, classified, grand jury, ongoing investigation, whatever. All the talk was based on little bits of information, and no one, at the time, had the big picture. The secrecy cloaking the details of the case allowed anti-Trump speculation to flourish.
By the time a multiyear criminal investigation, with all the powers of law enforcement, was unable to establish that conspiracy or coordination — collusion — had even occurred at all, the damage had been done. Trump-Russia had irreparably harmed the Trump presidency, and the lost years could not be recovered.
Now, with Trump 19 months out of the White House, it’s happening again.
The issue, of course, is the allegation that Trump hid documents from his presidency at Mar-a-Lago, his winter home in Florida. By doing so, the allegation goes, Trump violated the Presidential Records Act, which requires that outgoing presidents turn over their papers to the National Archives. In addition, the allegation continues, some of the material Trump kept was classified, some of it at a high level.
But what is it? What is the material the FBI carted away from Mar-a-Lago? The recently released search warrant says things like “Miscellaneous Secret Documents,” and “Miscellaneous Top Secret Documents,” and, in one case, “Various classified/TS/SCI documents,” referring to “Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information,” a higher classification level than simply top secret.
But again, what is in the documents? What are they about? We don’t know. And that is the key, the central, the most important thing to remember in this case. We are in a classic cycle of hair-on-fire Trump allegations, and we don’t know what they are about.
In a post on the Lawfare website, Jack Goldsmith, the Harvard law professor and former George W. Bush Justice Department official, wrote, “The prudence of [Attorney General Merrick] Garland’s judgment will turn to a large degree on the true sensitivity of the information there.” Goldsmith then quoted former President Barack Obama, who, in April 2016, at the height of the Hillary Clinton email affair, in which the former secretary of state was accused of mishandling classified information, defended Clinton by suggesting that too much government information is classified.
“I handle a lot of classified information,” Obama said. “There’s classified, and then there’s classified. There’s stuff that is really top secret, top secret, and there’s stuff that is being presented to the president or the secretary of state that you might not want on the transom, or going out over the wire, but is basically stuff that you could get in open source.”
Obama was criticized for those remarks, Goldsmith noted, “yet there is truth in what Obama says.” As many critics, like the late Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan, have noted, the U.S. government classifies way too much information.
A few days before Goldsmith posted his piece, the Washington Post reported that “classified documents relating to nuclear weapons were among the items FBI agents sought” in the Mar-a-Lago raid. Nuclear weapons? It can’t get any more serious than that. The story did not appear to be particularly strongly sourced. And beyond the word “nuclear,” the four reporters bylined On The Piece Did Not Seem To Know What It Meant.{/P}
None of that caution mattered. The word was out: Trump stole nuclear secrets. The most critical secrets a nation can possess. “Two words for you, my friend,” Joe Scarborough said on MSNBC. “Two words: nuclear secrets.” That said it all.
But the question remains: What does that mean? Did Trump have the nation’s nuclear weapons blueprints? Did he have some other nation’s secret weapons information? Or was it something else? Perhaps something frivolous, as Goldsmith suggested, like Trump bragging that his “nuclear button” was bigger than North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un’s. The answer will be important. (We do know, via the New York Times, that Trump, “when speaking about his friendly correspondence” with Kim, said of the letters, “They’re mine,” suggesting he was not too concerned about observing the Presidential Records Act.)
But, of course, we don’t know what happened. The Biden Justice Department is keeping it a secret. So look for the speculation to go on. Instead of speculation, the public needs facts, facts, facts. And without some actual facts to evaluate, we’re all stuck in a replay of the Trump-Russia fiasco.
Byron York is chief political correspondent for The Washington Examiner.
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Wreckage of plane with 22 on board found in Nepal mountains
By BINAJ GURUBACHARYA
Associated Press
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — The wreckage of a plane carrying 22 people that disappeared in Nepal’s mountains was found Monday scattered on a mountainside, the army said. There was no word on survivors.
The Tara Air turboprop Twin Otter was on a 20-minute flight Sunday when it the lost contact with the airport tower while flying in an area of deep river gorges and mountaintops just before it was scheduled to land.
The army said the plane crashed in Sanosware in Mustang district close to the mountain town of Jomsom where it was heading after taking off from from the resort town of Pokhara, 200 kilometers (125 miles) west of Kathmandu.
An aerial photo the army posted on Twitter of the crash site showed parts of the aircraft scattered around the mountainside.
No other details were given.
The search for the plane had been suspended due to bad weather and darkness Sunday night but resumed Monday.
According to tracking data from flightradar24.com, the 43-year-old aircraft took off from Pokhara at 9:55 a.m. (04:10 GMT) and transmitted its last signal at 10:07 a.m. (04:22 GMT) at an altitude of 12,825 feet (3,900 meters).
Four Indians and two Germans were on the plane. The three crew members and other passengers were Nepali nationals.
The plane’s destination is popular with foreign hikers who trek the mountain trails and also with Indian and Nepalese pilgrims who visit the revered Muktinath temple.
The Twin Otter, a rugged plane originally built by Canadian aircraft manufacturer De Havilland, has been in service in Nepal for about 50 years, during which it has been involved in about 21 accidents, according to aviationnepal.com.
The plane, with its top-mounted wing and fixed landing gear, is prized for its durability and its ability to take off and land on short runways.
Production of the planes originally ended in the 1980s. Another Canadian company, Viking Air, brought the model back into production in 2010. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2022/05/29/wreckage-of-plane-with-22-on-board-found-in-nepal-mountains/ | 2022-05-30T03:56:08Z |
ROCKVILLE, Md., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Just one month after marking its highest ever appearance on the 2022 Builder 100 list, rapidly expanding residential real estate company DRB Group — the 21st largest homebuilder in the nation — has successfully unified its five former homebuilding entities into the new DRB Homes and DRB Elevate brands. The June 1 launch of the new DRBhomes.com and DRBelevate.com websites memorialized the official consolidation of DRB Group's portfolio of brands.
These milestones are a culmination of years of significant regional expansion and financial growth for the Rockville, MD-based company. Since finalizing a 2016 partnership with Sumitomo Forestry, the parent company of Sumitomo Forestry America, DRB Group has strategically expanded into the 55-plus homebuilding market in 2018, and acquired several respected, award-winning regional homebuilding operations in North Carolina and Atlanta in 2018 and 2020, respectively.
DRB Homes and DRB Elevate now serve home shoppers across nine states and 18 major metropolitan markets up and down the East Coast. DRB Group's President and Chief Executive Officer, Ronny Salameh, is excited about DRB Group and future growth opportunities.
"We've worked toward the goal of brand unification for years, but always through the lens of improving the home shopping experience for every one of our customers," remarked Salameh. "While this milestone is incredibly rewarding to see come to fruition, our focus is on long-term, sustained growth. Through this new chapter, we continue to strive towards our vision of delivering exceptional homes and communities for the wide range of homebuyers we serve."
With the unification of brands now official, DRB Homes has assumed operations of over 130 communities in Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia. DRB Homes offers a wide portfolio of award-winning home designs for home shoppers ranging from first-time buyers to move-up buyers and empty-nesters. For 55-plus home shoppers, DRB Elevate provides a fresh take on age-targeted, amenity-rich communities. Keystone Title Settlement Services, LLC continues to serve as DRB Group's in-house title company.
"While we may be new in name, the past few months have been a testament to our team's hard work, decades of experience and dedication to our customers, which sets us apart in the market," acknowledged Salameh. "Our next chapter is here and the response from our home shoppers has already been overwhelmingly positive."
DRB Group is a growing, dynamic organization that is the parent company for two residential homebuilders, a title company and the residential development services branch that provides entitlement, development and construction services for outside investors. DRB Group operates in nine states and eighteen metro markets along the East Coast. In 2016, Sumitomo Forestry Co. Ltd., parent company of Sumitomo Forestry America, Inc. purchased a majority share of Dan Ryan Builders and its corporate entity. Under the direction of President and CEO, Ronny Salameh, the organization currently ranks as the 21st largest homebuilder on the Builder 100 list.
Media Contact: Char Kurihara, Corporate VP of Sales, Marketing and Branding
Email: ckurihara@DRBgroup.com
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HOUSTON, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FibroBiologics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing fibroblast-based therapeutic cures for chronic diseases, will present preclinical and safety-centered limited clinical trial data for the single-dose infusion of tolerogenic human dermal fibroblasts (HDFs) data at the 2022 Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers Annual Meeting being held in person from June 1 – 4, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a T cell-mediated autoimmune disorder targeting the myelin sheath of the axon process of the neurons, leads to severe progressive cognitive impairment, sensory deprivation, and weakened coordination. FibroBiologics is investigating the therapeutic capability of human dermal fibroblasts in reducing the rate of progression of MS, thereby slowing down the disruption of communication between the brain and the body. Extensive preclinical studies of tolerogenic HDFs, which can elicit immunological tolerance, were performed in the experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) animal model of multiple sclerosis. The phase 0/1 primary safety clinical trial studied a single-dose infusion of tolerogenic HDFs into four relapsing-remitting and one secondary progressive MS patient. Results indicated that administration of HDFs in the EAE model of MS led to a Treg-dependent disease inhibition that was significantly better than that achieved with adipose or bone marrow-derived MSCs. In addition, the safety clinical trial primary outcome indicated a strong correlation for CBC, blood chemistry, and electrocardiogram data for all patients when compared to pre-infusion test results with no adverse events reported.
"Tolerogenic HDFs are capable of suppressing pathogenic T cell activation, stimulating T regulatory (Treg) cell expansion, inhibiting dendritic cells (DC) maturation, stimulating oligodendrocyte expansion and myelin protein expression, as was evidenced by our in vivo studies," said Dr. Hamid Khoja, Chief Scientific Officer at FibroBiologics. "While we are excited about the promise of HDFs, we understand that further studies are required, and to that end, FibroBiologics is in the process of submitting an IND application to the US FDA to study the safety and efficacy profile of various concentrations of HDFs and the impact of multiple-dose infusions over an eighteen-month study period."
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Based in Houston, FibroBiologics is a regenerative medicine company developing a pipeline of treatments for chronic diseases using fibroblast cells. FibroBiologics holds 150+ US and international issued patents/patents pending across various clinical pathways, including disc degeneration, orthopedics, multiple sclerosis, wound healing, reversing organ involution, and cancer. FibroBiologics represents the next generation of medical advancement in cell therapy. For more information, visit www.FibroBiologics.com.
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BOSTON (AP) — For many U.S. Christians, this weekend marked the first time since 2019 that they gathered in person on Easter Sunday, a welcome chance to celebrate one of the year’s holiest days side by side with fellow congregants.
Notable events included a 6 a.m. sunrise Mass outdoors near the waterfront in South Boston, and a joyous, hug-filled service at St. Peter Claver, a historically Black congregation in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Another mostly Black congregation, Watson Grove Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee, had hoped for an outdoors service at a downtown park. But rain forced a last-minute change of plans, and about 700 mask-wearing worshippers met instead in the church’s sanctuary for what senior pastor John Faison said was by far their biggest indoor gathering during the pandemic.
“We hadn’t seen a crowd like this for two years,” Faison said. “Eyes were lighting up. People just felt good.”
The pandemic erupted in the country in March 2020, just ahead of Easter, forcing many churches to resort to online or televised worship. Many continued to hold virtual services last spring after a deadly winter wave of the coronavirus and as vaccination campaigns were still ramping up. But this year more churches opened their doors for Easter services with few COVID-19 restrictions, in line with broader societal trends.
Among them were Catholic parishes in the Archdiocese of Boston, which since last June has once again required most churchgoers to attend Mass in person — though those with health risks may still watch remotely, and pastors have been asked to make space for social distancing in churches.
MC Sullivan, chief health care ethicist for the archdiocese, said celebrating Mass communally is important to how Catholics profess their faith. Church attendance has been trending upward, and parishioners are excited to gather again to commemorate Christ’s resurrection.
“It has been quite wonderful to see how well-attended Mass is right now. … It seems to have brought a lot of people back to the idea of what’s important to them,” she said.
At St. Peter Claver in St. Paul, there was whooping, applause and exultant pounding on the wooden pews when the Rev. Joseph Gifford told more than 200 faithful that the church’s usual sign of the peace was back – no more pandemic-era nodding or mild handshakes.
“The place just explodes,” said longtime parishioner Lynette Graham. “When he said we could do it, people were all over the church,” hugging each other.
Another highlight of the service: the first performance by its Cameroonian choir – with its spirited drumming and West African melodies – since the pandemic hit.
“We’re back and He’s risen and it’s huge,” choir director Brendan Banteh said. “The ministry in our culture is very celebratory, being one in church – the choir, the priest, the people. Not being able to come to church had created a disconnect that we had never experienced before.”
Purpose Church, a non-denominational congregation in Pomona, 30 miles east of Los Angeles, had held its Easter services virtually or outdoors the past two years because of the pandemic.
On Sunday, nearly 4,000 congregants came in person to the church’s newly renovated sanctuary for three morning services, with many still watching virtually and others seated outside watching the proceedings on a 40-foot LED screen. This was also the first service in two years featuring the full 150-member choir, band and orchestra, said Tina Tong, worship producer for the 152-year-old church.
“It’s a sweet homecoming in so many ways,” she said. “We’re gathering in our new space, which is also special.”
A much smaller Southern California congregation – about 25 people – gathered on the beach in Pacific Palisades for a sunrise service conducted by Pastor Joe Ramirez, founder of Revive LA, an inclusive Lutheran congregation.
“We watched the sun come up, talked about the resurrection and shared the message that hope is alive,” he said.
Because of the pandemic, “Our congregation has gotten used to being outside because people are more comfortable, and they can bring their pets,” Ramirez added. “We had three dogs at this morning’s service.”
In Minnesota’s Twin Cities, there were differing approaches to COVID precautions as Easter arrived.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Minneapolis, which became a community hub during protests over George Floyd’s killing in 2020, ended its mask requirement as of Palm Sunday and returned to shoulder-to-shoulder communion at the rail instead of in the pews.
Ingrid Rasmussen, the pastor, said Easter attendance was expected to be similar to pre-pandemic levels — but split between those in pews and those joining remotely.
Christ Church Lutheran, an architectural landmark also in Minneapolis, was taking a cautious approach to loosening COVID protocols — masks and social distancing measures remain in place.
“The gift of being in the same physical space for the first time in three years is so grounding and beautiful,” said Miriam Samuelson-Roberts, the pastor. “We do not take it for granted.”
Hundreds of people lit candles in the vast Cathedral of St. Paul after Catholic Archbishop Bernard Hebda blessed the fire and lit the Paschal Candle to open the Easter Vigil service late Saturday.
The century-old cathedral echoed with the singing of the congregation as candles flickered in the darkness. Well past 8 p.m., wide-eyed children fascinated by the little flames and the cantors far outnumbered people wearing masks – the archdiocese rescinded all COVID protocols on April 1, while allowing the faithful and individual parishes to retain precautions if they wished.
In New York City, Middle Collegiate Church gathered for its first in-person Easter service since 2019, only not in their historic Manhattan church, which was destroyed by fire two Decembers ago.
While they rebuild, they’re sharing space at East End Temple — at a time when the synagogue is observing its own holy days of Passover.
The Rev. Jacqui Lewis, Middle Collegiate’s senior minister, said attendance in the 190-person temple was being capped at 150. Those leading the service, plus choir singers and musicians, took rapid COVID tests.
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Dell’Orto reported from St. Paul, Minnesota, and Bharath from Orange County, California. Also contributing were Associated Press reporters Luis Andres Henao in Pennsylvania and David Crary in New York.
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NEW YORK , June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 100 Million Ways Foundation* (100MW) is excited to announce The Odyssey Registry (The Registry) has been approved by an Investigational Review Board (IRB).
Under FDA regulations, an IRB, called an Ethics Committee in the EU, protects the rights of people participating in research. An IRB has the authority to approve, require modifications in, or disapprove research, as well as tract research programs over time.
The Registry offers a quality-of-life management toolkit for all participants and provides tools for opioid users, their friends, family, and caregivers, as well as those suffering from certain mental health issues. It also allows participants to compare how they are doing over time, as well as how their progress compares to other anonymous participants.
The Registry is for anyone 21 years and older and challenged by Quality-of-Life issues associated with:
- Chronic Pain
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Opioid Dependency
- PTSD
It's free, anonymous, does not contain any PII (personally identifiable information), and the data is stored in a secure database.
100 Million Ways is offering monetary compensation to the first 50 people who sign up and participate for at least one year, in addition to providing feedback. The consent and data toolkits are available for review under the Registry tab at: https://100MillionWays.Org
The Registry will launch later this year through participating dispensaries.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available. You can:
- Add a survey
- Review anonymous data
- Donate to be acknowledged as a supporter on the website
All contributions are fully tax deductible.
The Odyssey Registry is funded by 100 Million Ways*, a nonprofit foundation with the mission "to support scientific data collection to determine the impact cannabinoids have on opioid use and PTSD, and the associated anxiety, depression, and decreased quality of life, and to provide an online community to support people with these life challenges who are interested in cannabinoids as a wellness treatment option."
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CAESAREA, Israel, June 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Max Stock Limited (TASE: MAXO); (the "Company", "Max Stock") today announced that on June 18, 2022, the Company's board of directors approved for the Company to implement a stock buyback plan effective as of June 19, 2022 until June 18, 2023 (the "stock buyback plan"). The total allocated budget for the stock buyback plan is up to ILS 40 million.
As part of its resolution to approve the repurchases, the Company's board of directors concluded that the Company satisfies the distribution tests under Section 302 of the Israel Companies Law, 1999 and that there is no restriction to perform the contemplated repurchases. The Company's distributable profits under Section 302 total ILS 155.7 million.
The board assessed that in light of the market price of the Company's shares, the repurchases are an appropriate investment of the above-stated amounts of the Company's cash balances. The Company's board assessed that the repurchase of the Company's shares may facilitate an increase in return for the Company's shareholders and is an expression of faith in the Company. The Company's board has also assessed that the repurchases will not materially adversely impact the Company's financial position and its business plans as disclosed in the past, including the Company's liquidity, capital structure, leverage and ability to maintain its current operations.
The repurchases are not anticipated to constitute a tax event for the Company or its shareholders, other than for those shareholders who are selling their stock according to the specifics of each transaction. The Company may execute the repurchases either through purchases executed on the TASE exchange or through OTC/off-exchange transactions, at its discretion.
About Max Stock
Max Stock is Israel's leading extreme value retailer, currently present in 55 locations throughout Israel. Max Stock offers a broad assortment of quality products for customers' everyday needs at affordable prices, helping customers "Dream Big, Pay Small". For more information, please visit https://ir.maxstock.co.il
This is an English translation of segments of a Hebrew immediate report that was published on June 19, 2022 (Ref. No: 2022-01-061923) (hereinafter: the "Hebrew Version"). This English version is only for convenience purposes. This is not an official translation and has no binding force. In the event of any discrepancy between the Hebrew Version and this translation, the Hebrew Version shall prevail.
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NEW YORK , May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of FTC Solar, Inc. ("FTC Solar" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: FTCI). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether FTC Solar and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On January 14, 2022, Bank of America downgraded FTC Solar shares to Underperform from Neutral, opining that the Company is "among the [companies] most exposed to potential delay dynamics associated with utility-scale solar projects in the U.S. for 2022," noting that nearly all of FTC Solar's revenue is derived from the U.S., with international projects expected to contribute meaningfully only from 2023 and beyond.
On this news, FTC Solar's stock price fell $0.95 per share, or 15.63%, to close at $5.13 per share on January 14, 2022.
Then, on May 10, 2022, FTC Solar issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter of 2022. Among other items, FTC Solar disclosed non-GAAP earnings per share and revenue that both fell short of expectations.
On this new, FTC Solar's stock price fell sharply during intraday trading on May 10, 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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PLANO, Texas (KXAN) — A Dallas-based anesthesiologist was arrested on Tuesday on charges related to tampering with IV bags, which caused at least one death and multiple cardiac emergencies.
According to an arrest affidavit, Raynaldo Rivera Ortiz Jr. is an anesthesiologist who provides medical services to patients at a surgical center in Dallas. The U.S. Department of Justice said on or around June 21, a 55-year-old coworker of Ortiz had a medical emergency and died immediately after treating herself for dehydration using an IV bag of saline taken from the surgical center.
An autopsy report revealed that she died from a lethal dose of bupivacaine, a nerve blocking agent often used during the administration of anesthesia.
Two months later, on or around August 24, an 18-year-old had a cardiac emergency during surgery. He was intubated and transferred to a local ICU. Chemical analysis of the fluid from a saline bag used during his surgery revealed the presence of epinephrine (a stimulant that could have caused the patient’s symptoms), bupicavaine, and lidocaine.
According to a complaint, surgical center personnel concluded that the two incidents suggested a pattern of intentional adulteration of IV bags used at the surgical center.
They also identified around 10 other unexpected cardiac emergencies that happened during surgeries between May and August 2022. The complaint alleges that 10 is an exceptionally high rate of complications over such a short period of time.
Each patient in those cases was stabilized only through the use of emergency measures.
Most of the incidents happened during longer surgeries that used more than one IV bag, including one or more bags retrieved mid-surgery from a stainless steel bag warmer.
According to the complaint, none of the cardiac incidents happened during Ortiz’s surgeries, and they started two days after he was notified of a disciplinary inquiry stemming from another incident, in which he “deviated from the standard of care” during an anesthesia procedure.
The complaint alleges that all of the incidents happened around the time Ortiz performed services at the facility, and no incidents happened while he was on vacation.
The DOJ release also said that a nurse who worked on one of Ortiz’s surgeries at one point refused to use an IV bag that was retrieved from the warmer. The complaint said that surveillance video from the center’s operating room hallway showed Ortiz putting IV bags in the stainless-steel warmer shortly before other doctors’ patients experienced cardiac emergencies.
The affidavit said four IV bags were identified as possibly being compromised. Two of them showed small puncture holes in the plastic packaging that encases the IV bags. Those are believed to have been physically tampered with, as there is no explanation for a sealed IV bag to have holes in the packaging surrounding it.
Other evidence detailed in the affidavit gave probable cause for agents with the Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Criminal Investigations to charge Ortiz for crimes related to tampering with IV bags.
Ortiz faces the following charges:
- Tampering with a Consumer Product and Tampering with a Consumer Product Causing Death and/or Serious Bodily Injury
- Doing of an Act that Results in a Drug being Adulterated while Held for Sale after Shipment of the Drug in Interstate Commerce
- Intentional Adulteration of a Drug having a Reasonable Probability of Causing Serious Adverse Health Consequences
- Adulteration of a Drug by Mixing or Substituting Another Substance
Ortiz also has a history of disciplinary actions against him, according to the complaint and the arrest affidavit.
Ortiz’s history
Ortiz also provides services at other surgical facilities in the area, though a “substantial portion” of his income comes from the Dallas-surgical center, the affidavit says. He’s been a licensed physician in Texas since 1991.
Ortiz already has a disciplinary history with both the Texas Medical Board and medical facilities where he’s been previously employed, according to the affidavit. He was the anesthesiologist for a November 2020 procedure at a surgical facility in Garland, in which the patient suffered complications during anesthesia. In April 2021, Ortiz relinquished his medical staff membership and all clinical privileges at the facility.
On August 19, 2022, Ortiz entered into an agreed order with the Texas Medical Board related to the November 2020 incident. He agreed to several conditions, including submitting to extensive ongoing monitoring by a Board-selected physician at Ortiz’s expense, re-taking a Medical Jurisprudence Exam given by the Texas Medical Board, completing 16 hours of continuing medical education credits, and paying a penalty of $3,000.
There is also a private disciplinary inquiry pending at Ortiz’s main place of work — the medical center in Dallas — in which a patient under his care stopped breathing during a routine procedure.
According to a review commissioned by that facility, Ortiz did not maintain the patient’s airway and did not document critical aspects of the incident. Similar conduct was noted during the November 2020 incident. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/texas-anesthesiologist-accused-of-tampering-with-iv-bags/ | 2022-09-16T04:28:07Z |
Reflects Firm's Broad Range, Burgeoning Growth Spurt, and Progressive Re-brand
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Once Enenstein & Associates, which was established in Santa Monica, California in 2011 by Darren Enenstein, and in the mid 20-teens became better known as Enenstein, Pham & Glass, is now being dubbed, EPGLawyers, due to steady growth over the past seven years, the addition of a number of partners and associates, and the opening of offices in major cities throughout the country, according to managing partner, David J. Glass, who also heads the firm's family law division.
"In order to accommodate our exponential growth," Glass says, "and with our eye on the progressive image for which we are now known, it was time to re-brand the firm to reflect its energetic, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial spirit. Now, with 33 attorneys on board, a plan to increase that number to 50 in the next five years, and its expansion into other cities across the country, including San Francisco, Philadelphia, New York, Costa Mesa (Orange County), and Las Vegas, the firm has changed its logo, color scheme, and marketing campaign to emphasize the firm's newly branded image. Its West Los Angeles office is the main office in country's second largest city. It also has a satellite location in L.A.'s well-known Koreatown."
The firm currently offers clients legal services in three main areas of practice: civil litigation (with a focus on business litigation and intellectual property litigation; family law; and corporate transactions and real estate transactions. It is subject to add other areas of expertise as the firm continues to expand.
Known for its enviable track record of trial wins, when litigation is at the fore, the firm is known for its "bet the farm," approach. "We don't say we 'think outside the box'," Glass affirms. "We throw out the box entirely; we're unlimited in our ability to create innovative strategies and tactics when it comes to both settling and trying cases."
EPGLawyers website is www.epglawyers.com. On board at the EPGLawyers law firm are many lawyers who are regarded as the top experts in his/her/their respective fields. As such, many of the partners at the firm are regular contributors to major network news programs, including NBC's "Today," and "Dateline's" docuseries; ABCs "Good Morning America," "ABCNewsLive"; and CNN. Managing partner Glass is also frequently sought out by Associated Press — both television and print — Variety magazine, Foxnews.com, and People magazine, to name but a few, for commentary on celebrity divorce. Dan Gutenplan of the Orange County office is also regularly featured on network broadcast shows.
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BEIJING, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With tourism as a pillar, Indonesia has long been a popular destination for Chinese tourists, and China became the Southeast Asian country's largest source of international tourists in both 2016 and 2017.
And now Indonesia is the second most popular destination for Chinese tourists, said Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, during a meeting with Indonesian First Lady Iriana Joko Widodo in Beijing on Tuesday.
At Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, Peng told Iriana, who was accompanying Indonesian President Joko Widodo on his two-day visit to China, that as important neighbors, the Chinese and Indonesian peoples have enjoyed a friendship with a long history, and that both countries have witnessed robust people-to-people exchanges in recent years.
For instance, more than 2.05 million tourists from the Chinese mainland visited Indonesia in 2017, accounting for 14.95 percent of all of its international visitors, data by the country's Statistics Bureau Agency showed. In particular, Chinese tourists dominated foreign ones who visited Indonesia's resort island of Bali.
On Tuesday, Iriana said she welcomed more Chinese tourists to visit Indonesia and said she hopes for a lasting friendship between the two countries.
Indonesia has offered visa-free policies for Chinese tourists since 2015, enabling them to stay in the country for no more than 30 days.
In their acclaimed four-pillar cooperation, China and Indonesia have forged a new synergy through working together on people-to-people exchanges, as well as politics, economy, and maritime projects in recent years.
On Tuesday, Peng and Iriana also watched musical performances by students and teachers of the China Conservatory of Music. Peng talked about the history and techniques of traditional Chinese musical instruments.
Fascinated by the performances, Iriana said that she was deeply touched to hear young Chinese artists play Indonesian music.
Music knows no borders, links hearts and passes on friendship, said Peng. She also expressed the hope that cultural exchanges will play a greater role in enhancing the friendship between the two countries.
In a joint statement, China and Indonesia said both sides will accelerate the resumption of people-to-people exchanges, including the return of Indonesian students to China, open more direct flights, and beef up cooperation in such fields as education, tourism, youth and local exchanges.
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Deputy rescues, bottle-feeds baby skunk
Published: Jun. 20, 2022 at 12:58 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
OLMSTED COUNTY, Minn. (Gray News) – A deputy in Minnesota didn’t know what to do when he crossed paths with a baby skunk in need of help.
“I don’t know what to do – it’s so cute,” Deputy Nate Jacobson said in a video posted on Twitter.
Jacobson decided to pick up the skunk and took it to Paws and Claws, which was joined by the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota for continued care for the animal.
The deputy grinned as he helped bottle-feed the baby skunk at the center.
This is the first time Paws and Claws had taken in a rescued skunk. Employees say it is healthy and doing OK.
The skunk did not spray Jacobson during the rescue.
“It’s worth it,” the deputy said.
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Since expanding into electric vehicle technologies in 2011, Eagle Technologies has become a global leader in battery production automation.
BRIDGMAN, Mich., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Technologies recently passed the $100MM revenue milestone, an achievement owed largely to an investment over the last decade into electric vehicle (EV) technology. The focus on this technology began in 2011, before electric charging stations were widely available at malls, restaurants, and roadsides. At the time, no auto manufacturer had mass production lines built for EV.
Eagle's engagement with automation technology, and specifically with material handling systems for EV batteries, spearheaded domestic manufacturing efforts. As a result, Eagle was one of the first automation companies to engineer and build EV battery production lines in North America.
The move into EV technology has proved a strategic success for Eagle. Prior to 2015, Eagle's primary project market share lay in automotive powertrain. As of 2022, 25% of Eagle's project market share is in electric vehicles, with a further 25% each in consumer products and medical, and the final 25% split between agriculture, aerospace, logistics, energy, and the military. Today Eagle is working on automation projects for nearly every leading Electric Vehicle automaker, and expanding its customer portfolio weekly as electric vehicle launches are increasing.
Much of Eagle's success is due to its proactive response to the accelerated pace of technological change. From the outset, Eagle has been quick to respond to the latest evolution of manufacturing technology, known as Industry 4.0, which includes new production methods that incorporate high-tech capabilities into traditional manufacturing workflows. From advanced simulation to 3D printing to IIoT-enabled robots, Industry 4.0 is expanding manufacturing capabilities—and in the process solving problems for which previous technologies had no solution.
A prime example of Industry 4.0 technology in use is on display at Rockwell Automation's Electric Vehicle Innovation Center. Each year, hundreds of technology decision-makers visit the facility in San Jose, CA in order to experience firsthand the capabilities provided by industry leaders. Eagle's investment in the center was to build and install an Electric Vehicle Battery Demo machine, which employs all the latest technologies to create one of the most sophisticated automated test and load machines on the market.
While foresight and an eye toward innovation have certainly helped Eagle stay on the cutting edge of advanced automation, ultimately, Eagle owes its success to the expertise and professionalism of its employees. "Our people are dedicated, highly skilled, and committed to the customer," says Brandon Fuller, Eagle CEO. "Their eye for excellence and persistent pursuit of quality is what keeps us performing at the peak of our industry."
Eagle Technologies is a turnkey automation supplier boasting over seven decades of manufacturing excellence. With projects spanning more than a dozen industries, 1,000 installations worldwide, 300+ square feet of engineering space, and partner facilities in China, Ireland, and Mexico, Eagle offers custom robotics, advanced testing, and premier factory automation services to businesses worldwide. Learn more at https://eagletechnologies.com.
Media Contact: Brandon Fuller, b.fuller@eagletechnologies.com
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NEW YORK, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Missfresh Limited (NASDAQ: MF) pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus (collectively, the "Registration Statement") issued in connection with Missfresh's June 2021 initial public offering ("IPO" or the "Offering") of the important September 12, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline in the class action first filed by the firm.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Missfresh securities pursuant and/or traceable to the IPO 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 Missfresh class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7370 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 12, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, the IPO Registration Statement featured false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Missfresh provided false financial figures in its Registration Statement; (2) Missfresh would need to amend its financial figures; (3) Missfresh, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times and negligently prepared. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Missfresh class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7370 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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MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center ('MD Anderson') and Radiopharm Theranostics Limited ('Radiopharm')(ASX: RAD) today announced the launch of Radiopharm Ventures, LLC, a joint venture company created to develop novel radiopharmaceutical therapeutic products for cancer.
Radiopharm Ventures brings together MD Anderson's innovative and proprietary technologies in antigen discovery and molecular imaging with Radiopharm's expertise in developing radiopharmaceutical products. The joint venture will focus initially on developing at least four therapeutic products based on MD Anderson intellectual property.
"Radiopharmaceuticals continue to be rapidly developed as a highly promising therapeutic frontier in oncology," said Riccardo Canevari, chief executive officer at Radiopharm. "We are pleased to have this opportunity to collaborate with MD Anderson and its tremendous scientists as we work to make significant in-roads into cancer therapy for the benefit of patients."
Radiopharmaceuticals are designed to deliver small doses of radiation to specifically targeted cells for either therapeutic or diagnostic purposes. Effective cancer radiopharmaceuticals require tumor-specific targets not found in healthy tissue. MD Anderson researchers have established novel platforms to discover and validate tumor specific antigens, offering promising candidates for the development of new radiopharmaceuticals.
The first potential therapeutic candidate is a humanized immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody against the tumor-specific antigen B7-H3, also known as CD276, which is highly expressed in several common tumors but not in healthy cells. The antibody was developed in the laboratory of David Piwnica-Worms, M.D., Ph.D., chair of Cancer Systems Imaging at MD Anderson. Pre-clinical studies suggest the candidate radiotherapeutic antibody is effective in eliminating resistant colorectal cancers in laboratory models.
"Based on our early pre-clinical data, B7-H3 represents a promising radiotherapeutic target, and we look forward to having the opportunity to work with the team at Radiopharm with the goal of advancing our therapeutic candidate toward future clinical studies," Piwnica-Worms said.
In addition, the work of Samir Hanash, M.D., Ph.D., professor of Clinical Cancer Prevention at MD Anderson, has resulted in extensive characterization of the cancer surfaceome - the catalogue of proteins found specifically on the surface of cancer cells across cancer types - resulting in novel targets with cancer-restricted expression. Radiopharm Ventures has an opportunity to select additional targets from this dataset and plans to prioritize selection based on unmet needs in oncology.
"The cancer surfaceome holds a wealth of information about antigens restricted to cancer," Hanash said. "Mining the data, generated at the petabyte level, has uncovered many compelling targets that have not previously been explored, and we are pleased for the opportunity to collaborate with Radiopharm in developing innovative new treatment options for some targets."
Once targets have been selected, Radiopharm will collaborate with Hanash and Piwnica-Worms at MD Anderson to advance preclinical development of potential therapeutic candidates.
About Radiopharm Ventures, LLC
Radiopharm Ventures, LLC is a limited liability company jointly owned by Radiopharm Theranostics (USA), Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Radiopharm) (51%) and MD Anderson (49%). The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has granted a license to Radiopharm Ventures for certain patent and technology rights for development and commercialization effective from 11 September 2022 (effective date). The license may continue until the later of twenty (20) years from effective date or the end of the life of the licensed patents. The license may be terminated at any time by mutual written agreement. The agreement between Radiopharm Ventures and MD Anderson includes royalty and milestone payment obligations that arise from the development and/or commercialization of licensed products. The costs will be shared by Radiopharm and MD Anderson and both parties will share ownership of the resultant intellectual property.
Authorised on behalf of the Radiopharm Theranostics board of directors by Chairman Paul Hopper.
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Disclosure
MD Anderson has an institutional conflict of interest (COI) with Radiopharm Theranostics and Radiopharm Ventures due to MD Anderson's ownership in Radiopharm Ventures. Piwnica-Worms is considered an Institutional Decision Maker under MD Anderson's Institutional COI Policy and has a personal financial relationship with Radiopharm Ventures. These relationships will be managed according to an MD Anderson Institutional COI Management and Monitoring Plan.
About Radiopharm Theranostics
Radiopharm Theranostics is a clinical stage radiotherapeutics company developing a world-class platform of innovative radiopharmaceutical products for diagnostic and therapeutic applications in areas of high unmet medical need. Radiopharm has been listed on ASX (ticker: RAD) since November 2021. The company has a pipeline of four distinct and highly differentiated platform technologies spanning peptides, small molecules and monoclonal antibodies for use in cancer, in pre-clinical and clinical stages of development from some of the world's leading universities and institutes. The pipeline has been built based on the potential to be first to market or best in class. The clinical program includes five Phase II and two Phase I trials in a variety of solid tumor cancers including breast, kidney and brain. Learn more at RadiopharmTheranostics.com.
About MD Anderson
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston ranks as one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. The institution's sole mission is to end cancer for patients and their families around the world. MD Anderson is one of only 53 comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). MD Anderson is No. 1 for cancer in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals" rankings. It has been named one of the nation's top two hospitals for cancer since the rankings began in 1990. MD Anderson receives a cancer center support grant from the NCI of the National Institutes of Health (P30 CA016672).
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CHICAGO, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) is pleased that the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved a plan made possible by the Climate & Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) to deliver $480 million in tax refunds to Illinois electric customers beginning in 2023. At a time of high energy prices across the globe, this is welcome news. We are thankful that other consumer advocates like Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul never gave up on this battle, fighting to ensure that electric customers received these refunds over just a few years, rather than the decades the utilities favored. And we also thank CEJA proponents, including Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, for advocating for consumer protections in the legislation. CEJA is about holding utilities accountable and building a clean, affordable energy future for Illinois consumers, and this is yet another example of the significant benefits this landmark energy law holds for electric customers.
- On July 7, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved a schedule for the return of hundreds of millions of dollars in excess taxes for ComEd ($434 million) and Ameren Illinois ($50.8 million) customers.
- The refunds will begin to flow back to consumers through their power bills over three years, beginning in 2023.
- The refunds are tied to the federal corporate tax cut that went into effect in 2018, and a dispute among utilities and consumer advocates like CUB and the Illinois Attorney General's Office over the time period over which utilities should return the excess taxes.
- Back in 2017, Congress approved cutting the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 21 percent. That left the utilities with excess money (technically called "EDIT," for excess deferred income taxes) since under their accounting procedures the higher taxes were included in the rates customers pay.
- The utilities supported giving that money back to customers over decades–more than 39 years in the case of ComEd and 35 years for Ameren. CUB and the Attorney General's Office argued for a more reasonable time period–a few years.
- CUB and other advocates were not successful in requiring utilities to follow a more consumer-friendly schedule. However, in 2021, consumer advocates added a provision in CEJA that required ComEd and Ameren, Illinois' largest electric utilities, to pass through a portion of the refunds by the end of 2025.
- In the most recent case before the Illinois Commerce Commission, consumer advocates and ComEd and Ameren agreed on how the money will be spread through the three years. The ICC approved that schedule Thursday.
CUB is Illinois' leading nonprofit utility watchdog. Created by the Illinois Legislature, CUB opened its doors in 1984 to represent the interests of residential and small-business utility customers. Since then, it has saved consumers more than $20 billion by helping block rate hikes, secure refunds and fight for clean, low-cost energy. For more information, call CUB's Consumer Hotline, 1-800-669-5556, or visit its website, www.CitizensUtilityBoard.org.
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BENSALEM, Pa., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Wells Fargo & Company ("Wells Fargo" or the "Company") (NYSE: WFC).
Class Period: February 24, 2021 – June 9, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 29, 2022
Investors suffering losses on their Wells Fargo investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (2) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (3) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (4) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (5) 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.
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 Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com, or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is holding out the CIA operation that killed al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri as a monumental strike against the global terror network responsible for the Sept. 11 attacks of 2001. But there’s a downside, too.
The drone strike also is putting into stark relief the mounting evidence that after 20 years of America’s military presence — and then sudden departure — Afghanistan has once again become an active staging ground for Islamic terror groups looking to attack the West.
The operation, carried out over the weekend after at least six months spent monitoring movements by al-Zawahri and his family, came just weeks before the one-year anniversary of the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from the country.
The Biden administration is making the case that the operation shows Americans at home and allies abroad that the United States hasn’t lost focus — or the ability to strike terrorists in the region — and validates its decision to end two decades of fighting in Afghanistan with its withdrawal.
Announcing the strike from the White House, President Joe Biden said Monday night that “justice” had been exacted on a leader who in recent weeks had recorded videos calling for his followers to attack the United States and allies. And the White House on Tuesday framed the operation as an enormous counterterrorism win.
“The president has made good on his word when we left,” National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on NBC’s “Today” show. “After 20 years of war to keep this country safe, he said we would be able to continue to target and take out terrorists in Afghanistan without troops on the ground.”
But as details of the operation continue to emerge, the administration has also revealed troubling evidence of al-Qaida’s presence and of the Taliban once again offering refuge to the group that was behind the 9/11 attacks on the United States.
White House officials believe that senior members of the Haqqani Network, an Islamist terror group with strong ties to the Taliban, were aware that al-Zawahri was in Kabul. Sullivan said that while al-Zawahri wasn’t involved in day-to-day planning at the time of his killing, he continued to play an active role in directing al-Qaida and posed “a severe threat” against the U.S. and American citizens.
On Tuesday, the State Department updated its Worldwide Caution, warning U.S. citizens traveling abroad that “there is a higher potential for anti-American violence given the death of Ayman al-Zawahri.”
Concerns about al-Qaida efforts to regroup inside Taliban-controlled Afghanistan are hardly new.
Before the strike, U.S. military officials, including Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, had said al-Qaida was trying to reconstitute in Afghanistan, where it faces limited threats from the now-ruling Taliban. Military leaders have warned that the group still aspired to attack the U.S.
Al-Qaida leadership has reportedly played an advisory role since the Taliban returned to power in the leadup up to the U.S. withdrawal, according to a U.N. Security Council report last month.
The U.N. report also noted that ISIS-K — the group that carried out a massive attack that killed 13 U.S. troops and dozens of Afghans near the Kabul International Airport just days before the U.S. completed its withdrawal last year — has become increasingly active in northern and eastern Afghanistan. That’s a worry for the West though ISIS-K and the Taliban espouse different ideologies and interests, with ISIS-K carrying out a bloody insurgency against the Taliban and religious minorities across Afghanistan.
“Zawahri’s presence in post-withdrawal Afghanistan suggests that, as feared, the Taliban is once more granting safe haven to the leaders of al-Qaida – a group with which it has never broken,” said Nathan Sales, ambassador-at-large and coordinator for counterterrorism during the Trump administration who is now a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council.
Frank McKenzie, the retired Marine general who until earlier this year was the top American military officer in the Middle East, said the U.S. has noted an effort by al-Qaida to restore training camps in Afghanistan.
“I see nothing happening in Afghanistan now that tells me that the Taliban are determined to prevent that from happening,” he said in an interview.
Since the American troop withdrawal, U.S. military leaders have said America’s ability to monitor and strike a target in the country would be difficult but not impossible.
The strike on Zawahri proved both, said McKenzie, who is now executive director of the Global and National Security Institute at the University of South Florida.
But he cautioned not to draw broad conclusions from this one drone strike.
“This was a unique circumstance,” he said. “You had a target that didn’t move, and they had the opportunity to get a good look at pattern of life. That’s not always going to be the case. In fact, typically, that is not the case.”
That al-Zawahri was living in a Kabul neighborhood and not in rural Afghanistan as previously believed, “tells you that he got really comfortable” under the protection of the Taliban, said Colin Clarke, director of research at The Soufan Group, a global intelligence and security firm.
“These entities work hand in glove,” Clarke said of the Taliban and al-Qaida.
The Taliban had promised in the 2020 Doha Agreement on the terms of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan that they would not harbor al-Qaida members or those seeking to attack the U.S.
The Taliban were quick to condemn the U.S. strike as a “a clear violation of international principles and the Doha Agreement,” though they did not acknowledge that al-Zawahri was killed. The U.S. gave no forewarning to the Taliban government, which the United States does not recognize, that it was carrying out the operation.
“Such actions are a repetition of the failed experiences of the past 20 years and are against the interests of the United States of America, Afghanistan, and the region,” the Taliban statement said.
White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby declined to comment on how, or if, the U.S. would hold the Taliban responsible for sheltering al-Zawahri.
“The Taliban have a choice now,” Kirby said. “And that is they can comply with their agreement under the Doha agreement … or they can choose to be going down a different path. And if they go down a different path, it’s going to lead to consequences not just from the United States but from the international community.”
Kirby said the U.S. had already engaged with the Taliban about al-Zawahri’s presence following Sunday’s strike.
The Taliban remain sanctioned by the U.S. government for their role harboring al-Qaida before the 9/11 attacks. After the collapse of the U.S.-backed government in Kabul last summer, the Biden administration froze billions of dollars in assets belonging to Afghanistan’s central bank to prevent the assets from falling under Taliban control. Some of that money has since been freed for humanitarian aid to address the country’s dire hunger crisis.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell was quick to congratulate Biden on the operation, but also made the case that it “further indicates that Afghanistan is again becoming a major thicket of terrorist activity following the president’s decision to withdraw U.S. forces.”
“Killing al-Zawahri is a success, but the underlying resurgence of al-Qaida terrorists into Afghanistan is a growing threat that was foreseeable and avoidable,” McConnell said. “The administration needs a comprehensive plan to rebuild our capacity to combat it.”
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AP Diplomatic Writer Matthew Lee contributed. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/the-downside-us-strike-shows-afghanistan-still-terror-base/ | 2022-08-03T14:41:17Z |
NEW ORLEANS, La. (AP) — Former New Orleans Mayor Moon Landrieu — whose early, lonely stand against segregationists in the Louisiana legislature launched a political career at the forefront of sweeping changes on race — died Monday, a family friend confirmed. He was 92.
Ryan Berni, a longtime friend of the family, confirmed that Landrieu passed away early Monday.
“He died peacefully this morning surrounded by family,” Berni told The Associated Press.
A progressive white Democrat whose demeanor could be combative at times, Landrieu came from a blue-collar Roman Catholic family, served in the Army and sat alongside the first Black students at the city’s Loyola law school before winning a statehouse seat in 1960.
By then, six years had passed since the U.S. Supreme Court ordered public schools to desegregate nationwide, and Landrieu couldn’t in good conscience go along when Gov. Jimmie Davis steamrolled legislation to keep students in New Orleans separated by race. They passed by lopsided margins with Landrieu, at least once, the lone “no” vote.
The white politicians who had a lock on power on Louisiana said he’d dug his political grave, but he held onto his House seat in 1963 and then won a city council seat in 1965 with strong support from Black voters, whose influence was beginning to be felt at the polls.
To win his first mayoral term, Landrieu assembled a coalition of white liberals and African Americans and campaigned to bring Black people into important positions in government.
Integrating City Hall had its costs: In a 2018 memoir, Mitch Landrieu wrote that death threats were phoned into his family home and his school. Moon Landrieu discussed the blowback over race in a 1977 speech to the National League of Cities convention.
“If you embark on a campaign to end racial discrimination in your hometown, you will need nerves of steel, a will of iron, skin like leather and testicles of brass to withstand the slings and arrows,” he said. “I have myself these past eight years been known in some quarters as ‘Moon the Coon,’ an epithet that has caused me some pain at times, but that is also a badge of honor that bears testimony to what we try to do.”
His mayoral legacy also includes his support for the state’s construction of the Louisiana Superdome, which finally opened in 1975. It’s a beloved fixture of the city landscape now, but cost overruns and a contract scandal caused headaches for its supporters, including Landrieu.
“There has been an unbelievable emphasis on the few things that have been wrong with it and total neglect of the many, many things that are right with it,” he said several years later.
As Black voters gained influence, the coalition that elected Landrieu to the maximum two terms helped make Ernest “Dutch″ Morial the city’s first Black mayor, in 1978.
Landrieu then became President Jimmy Carter’s secretary of housing and urban development, an agency whose programs came under attack when President Ronald Reagan took office on a platform to reduce the federal government’s size and power.
Landrieu criticized Reagan for “gutting” public aid programs, and briefly considered a presidential bid of his own. But he never sought national office. Instead, he became a judge — “I really wanted to get out of my kids’ way,” he said – serving on Louisiana’s 4th Circuit Court of Appeal from 1992 to 2000.
Several of Landrieu’s nine children continue his legacy in law and politics: Mitch, also a two-term New Orleans mayor, is now President Joe Biden’s infrastructure coordinator; Mary, who served three terms as a U.S. senator, is now a policy adviser with a Washington law firm. Madeleine became dean of the law school at Loyola University New Orleans, and Maurice is a federal prosecutor.
Born Maurice E. Landrieu on July 23, 1930, he was called Moon, a family nickname, throughout his life and eventually made that his legal first name. He served three years in the Army before opening a small, walk-up law office with law school classmate Pascal Calogero, later the chief justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court.
Landrieu credited his wife, Verna, with nudging him into politics, and his Black classmates, including Norman Francis, who would become Xavier University’s dean and president, for opening his eyes.
“It wasn’t just a question of racial justice, but from a practical standpoint, I recognized — as a politician, as a legislator and councilman — that we were wasting so much talent, wasting so much energy, by precluding Blacks from participation in all matters,” he recalled in a 2020 interview with the New Orleans weekly newspaper Gambit.
“And I was determined, as I became mayor, to revitalize this city and to bring about racial integration, so that the city could enjoy the full benefit of white and Black participants.”
Gov. John Bel Edwards called Landrieu a man of “bold vision.”
“Moon Landrieu was a courageous and defining voice for Louisiana and his beloved hometown of New Orleans,” Edwards said in a statement. “In addition to his many contributions to our state and nation, he leaves behind the most enduring legacy of all – a family that continues his fight for equality.” | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-new-orleans-political-patriarch-moon-landrieu-has-died/ | 2022-09-06T17:38:57Z |
BOWLING GREEN, Ky., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- C5 Youth Foundation of Southern California (C5LA) earned top honors at the national Kids Tech Summit held Friday, April 22. The friendly competition was hosted by national nonprofit Connected Nation (CN) and sponsored by AT&T's Connected Learning program.
The virtual event featured competitors from four student teams that represented nonprofits from across the country—spanning from New Jersey to Hawai'i. The student teams were challenged to find ways to use technology and their digital skills to create a project that helps others in their communities while narrowing the Digital Divide.
"We wanted those taking part to look at ways to enhance their out-of-the-classroom digital learning while also focusing on community service," said Heather Gate, Vice President, Digital Inclusion, CN. "The hope is that these projects will help students grow their digital skills in new ways, while also providing a strong foundation for creating positive and proactive change within their own communities."
The teams had to first earn their spot in the finals—submitting applications earlier this year to take part. All final four teams to take part in the Kids Tech Summit earned prize money to help make their projects a reality. This is how the judges placed the competitors:
- C5 Youth Foundation of Southern California located in Los Angeles, CA - $7,500
- Pi515 located in Des Moines, Iowa - $5,000
- Computers 4 People located in Hoboken, New Jersey - $3,500
- Kahauiki Village located in Honolulu, Hawai'i - $2,000
C5LA provides students with support and guidance through high school and into their first college years. The program requires a high level of commitment from students — even requiring them to attend summer and weekend programs. The organization's community project is focused on introducing STEM to younger populations.
"Our idea is to connect STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) to the interests that kids already have," Mariela Cruz-Suarez, who is a 10th grader at Abraham Lincoln High School, said about the project. "Before last summer, I didn't know what STEM was or what to craft with it. But I've since learned that, as someone who is an aspiring entrepreneur, I use STEM to actually go from coming up with the idea to creating it myself."
If you missed the competition, you can still watch it with your kids or students by heading to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peYFIY_YwXE. You can also learn more about all the teams taking part by heading to https://connectednation.org/kids-tech-summit/.
The Kids Tech Summit is a continuation of AT&T's $10 million commitment to helping the nation's most at-risk children. Through this commitment, AT&T and Connected Nation delivered hotspots to 150 schools and nonprofits across the country in 2021, which provided connectivity for more than 40,000 vulnerable students.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there could be a more precise way for referees to determine where to place a football on the field following a play," said an inventor, from Batesville, Ind., "so I invented SENSORY SPORTS. My design could help to prevent football teams and fans from having to endure long delays for instant replays."
The invention provides an improved way to determine the placement of a football following a play. In doing so, it enables the referee to know exactly how far the ball progressed. As a result, it increases accuracy and it eliminates guesswork and delays. The invention features a reliable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for football stadiums and teams. Additionally, it is producible in design variations for other sports.
The original design was submitted to the Cincinnati sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-CCT-4638, 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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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While there are a lot of apps available to help hunters identify land boundaries, view land features and collect data, now there is one made expressly to help hunt clubs, landowners and even outfitters better manage their land. iSportsman ARX is the first complete digital solution that allows club members, day hunters and clients to quickly and easily check in and out of hunting stands or areas and record their observations and harvests. That data is then automatically compiled and viewable by club managers, landowners and outfitters to help them better manage the hunting opportunities on their properties. And now, as part of a limited-time introductory offer, they can test iSportsman ARX for one month free
In addition to providing simple check-in and out accessibility and easily collect harvest and observation data, iSportsman ARX allows clubs, outfitters and land managers to easily track finances, promote opportunities to other ARX users (for no additional cost) and even review charts displaying hunting pressure and activity across properties.
iSportsman ARX provides the ability to view real-time land occupancy to see where other hunters are for maximum safety as well as the opportunity to avoid crowded areas. The app collects weather data and correlates it to the hunter's observational and harvest records to determine the best conditions for future hunts. Hunters can also set up cell-enabled trail cameras and have images sent to their account for their private viewing and to aid scouting.
Clubs or outfitters can do the same thing and share the images with whomever they allow.
"We decided to offer the first month of iSportsman ARX for free so that anyone interested receives a hands-on experience of what iSportsman ARX is capable of," says Aneil Kumar, iSportsman CEO. "From data collection, increased situational awareness, enhanced safety value and streamlined administrative tasks—iSportsman ARX promises to change the way those who love the outdoors experience it."
To learn more about iSportsman ARX and to register for your free month trial, visit isportsmanarx.com.
About iSportsman: iSportsman™ is the leading recreational program management tool in the nation, serving the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corp, Army National Guard, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks. Visit iSportsman.com for more information.
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The report will help employers and policymakers be better informed on the availability and reliability of IDT products on the market as well as considerations for implementation
ITASCA, Ill., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Impairment in the workplace takes many forms, and it all presents a safety issue. Impairment from chemical substances, fatigue, medical conditions, mental distress and other factors can present a fitness for duty concern as well as impact employee wellbeing, putting employers in need of resources to identify and address the issue. Part of the solution: Impairment Detection Technology. As researched and described by the National Safety Council, IDT is technology with the potential to screen for multiple forms of impairment to aid in fitness for work assessments, and according to an NSC survey, the majority of responding employers are interested.
"Detecting when a worker is impaired is critical to the safety, health and wellbeing of an organization's workforce," said Jenny Burke, vice president of impairment practice at NSC. "When results of the survey showed 16% of employers surveyed are using IDTs, it shows a confidence in the technology, while simultaneously presenting an opportunity to research these technologies. NSC did what it does best, and the findings of that research make up this report, giving employers the resource they need to make informed safety decisions regarding these detection technologies."
In February 2021, NSC became the first national organization to call on employers to consider far more than substance use when addressing workplace impairment and to outline in policies and procedures anything that could impede an individual's ability to function normally or safely. This holistic approach includes a number of factors from chemical substances, such as alcohol, opioids or cannabis, to physical factors like fatigue, as well as mental distress and social factors like stress, all of which are claimed to be detectable by several of the IDTs included in the report.
Fifteen impairment technologies from 15 companies were eligible for inclusion in the analysis conducted by NSC. Of the 15 IDTs analyzed:
- Five of 15 companies (33.3%) claimed their technology could detect for all seven impairment types discussed (alcohol, opioids, cannabis, other substances, fatigue, medical conditions and other forms of possible mental impairment such as mental distress)
- Eight companies (53.3%) reported the ability to detect at least five impairment types
- Two companies (13.3%) provided more specialized impairment detection
In addition to IDTs, supervisors themselves have the ability to recognize and respond to perceived impairment in the workplace, and in October 2021, NSC launched a program to equip supervisors, safety professionals and other leaders with the proper training to do so. The recent introduction of the Preventing Impairment in the Workplace Act by Congressman Burgess Owens also calls attention to the importance of this approach, as the legislation authorizes a workplace training program through the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health to help employers recognize, respond and prevent workplace impairment while addressing increased safety concerns.
Full findings from the new NSC report as well as an IDT web tool are available free of charge. To learn more about impairment at work, please visit: https://www.nsc.org/impairment.
The National Safety Council is America's leading nonprofit safety advocate—and has been for more than 100 years. As a mission-based organization, we work to eliminate the leading causes of preventable death and injury, focusing our efforts on the workplace, roadway and impairment. We create a culture of safety to not only keep people safer at work, but also beyond the workplace so they can live their fullest lives.
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Study.com will donate 500 test prep scholarships to the state
JACKSON, Miss., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mississippi First, an education policy non-profit founded in 2008, is partnering with Study.com, a national EdTech platform, to launch Keys to the Classroom in the state of Mississippi. The initiative aims to help aspiring educators prepare for the Praxis, a required exam with a pass rate of 50% for first-time test takers, to earn their teaching credential.
Through this partnership, Study.com will donate comprehensive, cost-free materials and resources to aspiring Mississippi teachers to help them prepare and pass their teacher certification tests. Mississippi districts that have diverse student bodies, as well as those that have low socioeconomic conditions, will be prioritized for the licenses in an effort to address the rising teacher shortage crisis and ensure the demographics of Mississippi students are being represented in the classroom and across the state's teacher pipeline.
"The state of Mississippi is facing an overwhelming shortage of teachers and Study.com's Keys to the Classroom will to help tackle this crisis head-on," says Rachel Canter, Executive Director of Mississippi First. "Partnering with Study.com will allow Mississippi First to continue our mission to ensure educational excellence for every Mississippi child."
This partnership comes on the heels of Mississippi First's 2022 'Voices of the Shortage' survey of 6,496 Mississippi public education teachers, which provides the state's most comprehensive current resource for understanding the critical teacher shortage in Mississippi from teachers' perspectives.
The teachers surveyed reported compensation as a top reason for potentially leaving the profession, but even current teachers consider their exit, aspiring new teachers face challenges to enter, including the difficulty of passing their teacher certification tests such as the Praxis.
In fact, according to a 2019 report from the National Council on Teacher Quality, half of teachers fail their first certification exam and a quarter never pass. In contrast, 92% of teachers who used Study.com's test prep resources reported passing their test on the first try.
In addition to a worsening teacher shortage, Mississippi also faces a decreasing number of both aspiring and current teachers of color. According to a report from Mississippi Department of Education, while 57% of Mississippi P-12 students identified as non-White; 70% of Mississippi teachers are White.
"Creating a more diverse and representative teacher pipeline is necessary to ensure students feel represented and encouraged. As Mississippi statistics show, this isn't being reflected in the classroom but is statistically proven and needed," said Study.com's Senior Vice President of Social Impact Dana Bryson. "Our goal with bringing Keys to the Classroom to Mississippi is to diversify the teacher pipeline and help reduce the teacher shortage by removing the barriers to becoming a teacher."
Study.com first launched Keys to the Classroom initiative last winter in Nevada, which had a teacher shortage of about 3,000. Since then, Study.com has donated 600 teacher test prep licenses in Nevada and has partnered with numerous educational organizations to support aspiring teachers and improve educational outcomes. Study.com also recently launched Keys to the Classroom in South Carolina this Spring.
The Keys to the Classroom initiative is part of Study.com's commitment to Pledge 1%, a corporate philanthropy movement dedicated to making the community a key stakeholder in every business. Pledge 1% continues the company's commitment to Making Education Accessible through social impact programs focused on increasing access and equity in education for underserved learners, non-traditional students, and educators.
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