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ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. today announced that its U.S. wholesale brokerage, binding authority and programs division, Risk Placement Services, Inc. (RPS), has acquired Hillsboro, Oregon-based Evergreen Insurance Managers Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Founded in 2006, Evergreen Insurance Managers is a wholesale insurance broker and managing general agency offering commercial insurance solutions for a wide variety of industries. The team serves clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Dyan Bates, Nancy Schultz and their associates will remain in their current location under the direction of Kevin Doyle, VP-Western Region & Chicago for Risk Placement Services, Inc. (RPS).
"The Evergreen team expands RPS's presence into the greater Portland market and offers us new growth opportunities in the Pacific Northwest," said J. Patrick Gallagher, Jr., Chairman, President and CEO of Gallagher. "Their client-first philosophy complements our own, and I am delighted to welcome Dyan, Nancy and their associates to our growing global company."
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG), a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Gallagher provides these services in approximately 130 countries around the world through its owned operations and a network of correspondent brokers and consultants.
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Belton ISD Superintendent Matt Smith is a firm believer that appropriate measures were taken to inform stakeholders about the district’s $173.8 million bond package prior to the May 7 special election — a message he voiced after a group of parents accused Belton ISD of electioneering.
These stakeholders insist that the district violated Section 255.003 (a) of the Texas Election Code by using school resources to advocate for a position in its multi-proposition bond package. However, state agencies — including the Texas Education Agency — contacted about the matter said no complaints had been filed that would have caused an investigation to be opened.
Some Belton ISD residents are concerned about the district’s bond information efforts after a Twitter post highlighted an email by Smith.
“These are significant developments that could lead to an investigation of BISD,” Belton resident Gregory Daniel said in an email to the Telegram. “BISD is considered by me a major employer and community stakeholder. Citizens in the community allege and call for TEA (to investigate) with a national public figure tweeting about it.”
Voters approved Proposition A — at $168.8 million for projects that include the construction of two new elementary schools — by 41 votes and Proposition B — at $5 million for technology devices and equipment — by two votes.
About 5,640 people cast ballots in the election.
“I can’t speculate why they’re saying some of that stuff but I’m sorry that they are,” Smith told the Telegram Tuesday. “We feel really good about what we did in our practices for that bond campaign and we consulted with our legal counsel along the way. We believe we followed the law and it bothers me to know that some people question that.”
He emphasized how Belton ISD staff members only presented “the facts” after trustees unanimously called for the May 7 election on Feb. 15.
“I think that’s an important piece of this. As a school district, our goal once an election is called, is to present facts to the community,” Smith said. “So in every bond presentation that I did … I went over a ton of information about the specific bond propositions, the specific budget in Belton ISD, and what it would mean if the bond should pass or not. Voters needed to know the facts.”
The district’s information efforts — previously reported by the Telegram on April 30 — included a bus with a large information banner parked in front of Belton High School.
“During this (May 7) election cycle, Belton ISD’s focus has been to share facts and inform the community about the current state of the district,” Smith previously told the Telegram. “We’ve done that in a variety of ways: a website with details about the bond; flyers, mailers and ads; videos; campus marquees; and signage (two fact signs on the sides of buses parked on BISD properties).”
In April, visitors to the Belton ISD website certainly couldn’t miss the district’s bond information as a pop-up ad announcing early voting dates was in place during the election cycle. In addition, there is a large tab that read “Belton ISD BOND ‘22” in large bold letters near the top of the page under the district’s masthead. The tab had the slogan “Inspiring dreams. Empowering futures.” It connected to a website with bond information and includes photos of students.
Smith said the district conducted more than 70 informational presentations at BISD campuses. Smith highlighted the message he used often at the conclusion of each bond presentation.
“I even concluded every one of my bond presentations with a reminder to everybody: ‘I can’t ask you to vote yes. I can’t ask you to vote no. But I can ask you to go vote,’” Smith said. “So giving them the facts and encouraging our community to get out and vote was what we were about.”
The third-year superintendent discussed his May 2 email that cited early voting data and encouraged campus principals to have “a strong push with staff and parents for early voting and for election day.”
“I think that, in most cases, people would want us to get people out to vote,” said Smith, who was hired in February of 2020. “I think that’s a positive thing for us as a school district, because we wanted our residents’ voices to be heard. We started with community voice, and we wanted to end with community voice and that was the voting process — the democratic process. So we feel good.”
Despite the recent accusations against Belton ISD, the Texas Education Agency does not have an open investigation into the district.
“The agency has also received no complaints concerning the matter,” Jake Kobersky, a TEA spokesman, told the Telegram in an email.
The Texas Secretary of State office said it does not have any open investigations regarding BISD.
“Section 255 of the Texas Election Code is part of Title 15, which is overseen by the Texas Ethics Commission,” Sam Taylor, the assistant secretary of state for communications, said. “Our office does not handle any Title 15 sections, as they deal with regulating political funds and campaigns.”
The Telegram sent an inquiry to the Texas Ethics Commission about any ongoing investigations but the office did not respond by press time.
“I think we had the biggest voter turnout in the history (of Belton ISD) for this election and we engaged the community,” Smith said. “We’re now getting ready to shift into implementation mode, so we’re ready to kick it into the next year.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_81e51494-e6c5-11ec-812a-e3e86fb22adf.html | 2022-06-08T06:01:19Z |
BALTIMORE, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Schochor & Staton, P.A., formerly known as Schochor, Federico and Staton, P.A., is proud to announce its new name.
"We are delighted with this change and committed to delivering the same level of unparalleled legal representation and exceptional degree of personal attention our clients have come to trust for more than 38 years," said Jonathan Schochor, founding partner and chairman of Schochor & Staton, P.A. "This transformation represents the next-level version of our renowned firm. The Firm stands willing and able to deliver the extraordinary service we have always provided to our clients and we will continue to do so."
Since 1984, the Firm has built one of the largest Plaintiffs' medical malpractice firms in the area. It has been recognized nationally and regionally, with more than 80 awards and honors for the firm and its lawyers. Its solid foundation includes Founding Partner and Chairman, Jonathan Schochor, Managing Partner Kerry Staton and longtime Partners Scott P. Kurlander and Jonathan Goldberg, who will continue the time-honored tradition of exemplary legal representation and service to the community. With offices in Maryland and Washington D.C., the Firm's resources include a team of full-time medical investigators and professional relationships with hundreds of Board-Certified medical experts throughout the United States.
Since its inception, the Firm has filed more medical negligence cases than any other lawyer or law firm in Maryland, and led the largest Class-Action settlement in Maryland State history regarding a single perpetrator sexual abuse case. In the process, the Firm has recovered well over a billion dollars on behalf of its clients with an extraordinary success rate.
Schochor continues, "Passionate advocacy, superior technical skill, devotion to our clients' interests, unique strategic relationships and creative problem solving have earned us a reputation for both outstanding results and client satisfaction. The Firm is proud to have gained our clients' confidence for nearly four decades. Schochor & Staton, P.A will continue our time-honored tradition of serving our clients and community."
Schochor has focused the practice on the preparation and trial of medical negligence cases for 47 years. During that time, he and the Firm have been involved in the investigation of claims and/or representation of plaintiffs in thousands of medical malpractice cases. Schochor was honored with Trial Lawyer of the Year award three times and has earned The Daily Record's Leaders in Law Lifetime Achievement Award. In addition to numerous other awards and honors, Schochor received the Icon Honors Award and Influential Marylanders Honor, in addition to being named to the Power 30 Law List.
Founding and Managing Partner, Kerry Staton, was elected as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Membership in the College is restricted to the top 1% of lawyers in each state. He also is a fellow of the prestigious International Society of Barristers. Staton was appointed as a Commissioner to the Attorney Grievance Commission, by the Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals of Maryland. Staton was named Baltimore Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® on multiple occasions. On top of many other awards and accolades, Staton was the recipient of America's Top 100 Attorney's Lifetime Achievement Award and was named the Attorney of the Year by the Top 100 Lawyers Registry.
If you would like to speak with an attorney, please contact Aimee Duffy at aimee@aquariusdesignsinc.com. For more information, visit www.sfspa.com.
Since 1984, the Firm has been committed to the preservation and pursuit of the rights of individuals and groups (class action litigation) who are victimized by the wrongful acts of others, through medical malpractice and negligence. Among other honors, the firm, with offices in Baltimore and Washington, DC, carries an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and is listed in the Bar Register for Preeminent Lawyers. Recovering well over a billion dollars on behalf of its clients, attorneys at Schochor & Staton, P.A. are consistently recognized for excellent representation of their clients, superior results and unwavering involvement in the community. Schochor & Staton, P.A. has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to individuals and organizations that make a difference. Some of those local and national non-profits include MADD, the American Cancer Society, The Kristin Rita Strouse Foundation, March of Dimes, and many others.
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2022 New Collection: Workplace Redefined
HANGZHOU, China, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The impact of the pandemic on the workplace demonstrated the importance of flexibility and engagement in the future workplace. Creating a functional workplace entails bringing together all of the necessary parts and placing them where and how they make the most sense, both practically and visually. As one of the leading office solution providers, Sunon designed well-crafted office essentials that help keep users comfortable, alert, and organized.
This innovative, up-to-date Spring/Summer collection that caters to the demands of an ever-changing workplace culture, ensuring that every company remains relevant far into the future. It offers varied and distinctive design choices with a large product selection for all zones and areas of the office living environment.
Luxury Redefined: Tailor-made for the Leaders
Atlaes Executive Range
Created by Sunon's partner, the German design team of Form and Branch, Atlaes combines durability, luxury, comfort, and professionalism to make a statement in the private office. With the help of a built-in 3D gesture sensor, Atlaes executive desk has an automatic lift span of 750 mm to 1140 mm. Clad in Nappa leather, Atlaes chair strikes a perfect balance between comfort and beauty, providing a pure and luxurious design aesthetics. Atlaes file cabinet can be divided into six sections to keep every office space organized according to diversified demands. Its embedded infrared ray-sensing light enhances the space, creating a warm and relaxing ambiance.
Ai 8 High-end Storage System
This luxurious tailor-made presidential office system highlights the harmonious coexistence of doors, walls, and cabinets for executive offices, public spaces, and reception/lobby area. Shelf panels come in many variations. Upholstered or curved, property owners can always find the right look to fit into their surroundings. They can also configure their space based on their current needs and reconfigure it when their needs evolve.
Privacy Redefined: For Focus Time & Hybrid Collaboration
F6 III Sofa System
The Flower 6 Modular Sofa got an upgrade as well this year. Be it a public space, an office lobby, semi-private discussion areas, learning spaces or hybrid meeting spaces, Flower 6 III aims to create an amiable atmosphere where ideas collide. With beautiful curves and modular units like rotating writing boards, tea tables, corner sofas, privacy screens, power modules, and footstools, the possibilities are endless for creating a customized versatile workspace.
Verdure Panel System
4C Workspace – Concentration, Cooperation, Communication, and Consideration
Workspace divided based on 4C features does not create boundaries or limit creativity, but will fully stimulate the work potential. High-end acoustic material can reduce noise to provide a quiet environment for the focused work. Verdure is a fully customizable system designed for flexibility, collaboration, and privacy.
Comfort Redefined: Leading in Ergonomics
Winger III Task Chair
With refined and enhanced lumbar support, the upgraded Winger III office task chair now offers matchless comfort and ergonomic support to better correspond to the natural curve of the human lumbar vertebra. Detachable upholstery crafted with high-density foam padding is convenient to clean and replace while serving constant and reliable support to employees. Winger, the embodiment of both elegance and functionality.
Model Office Chair
The visually striking Model series is born to be unique, bold, and unconventional. The eye-catching slender base, pastel colors and minimalist design adds an artistic appeal to the surroundings and encourages people around to think outside the box. Designed for Agile and Hybrid workplaces, Model is lightweight, movable and offers multiple delightful colors, and can address the varied seating demands of meeting rooms, training rooms, and collaboration areas.
Workspace Redefined: Benching & Desks with Integrated Storage
Lido Benching System
So many choices. So many possibilities.
Sunon's upgraded Lido benching system that combines the best features of our office systems and offers a holistic and customizable solution. It is truly versatile and adaptable, having 6 types of legs, 2 leg colors, 6 flexible screens, and 5 uni-body thin screen materials with over 20 shades and colors. Match various desktop colors with different screens, flexible storage and cabinets, power and wire management system, and conference tables, to create a uniform design aesthetic for the open office space.
I-Varna II Office System
I- VARNA is designed with efficiency in mind, to store files, documents, and office tools. The desk, file cabinet, and back cabinet with different colors combine in a harmonious way to obtain a concise yet elegant appearance. Different combinations can be used to implement different team forms and versatile screens meet various space matching requirements of modern offices. I-VARNA conference table are also available in multiple desktop sizes to handle different conferencing needs.
Learn more about the company's New Collection and their furniture solutions for the workplace 2022.
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North Canton council delays action on proposal to limit public speaks
NORTH CANTON − City Council has agreed to postpone a proposal to limit public speaks to items on the agenda.
Council Member David Metheney, Ward 2, said after Monday's 4-to-1 vote that he wanted council to get feedback from the city's attorneys before proceeding.
He said he's trying to work out a compromise where residents' comments at council meetings are not as restricted under the proposed rule. And where council members' concerns that certain residents are violating rules of decorum and spreading falsehoods are addressed. Metheney declined to say what might emerge from his efforts.
More:Residents lash out against North Canton Council rule change to limit public input
Council Member John Orr, Ward 4, voted against the motion to table, apparently because the timeline on the proposed rule is unclear. And he has yet to see the new proposed rule in writing.
"We haven't heard from the lawyers yet. We don't know what they're going to propose," said Orr, adding that every constituent who's contacted him about the proposed rule change has expressed opposition. "I think we're making a mistake."
Benjamin Young, council's director of legislative affairs, said council would have to vote to consider the measure and then vote on whether to approve it.
The seven-member board appears to have the necessary four votes to approve the rule change. Council President Matthew Stroia, At-Large and Council Members Jamie McCleaster, Ward 1, Daryl Revoldt, At-Large, and Stephanie Werren, Ward 3, have expressed support for the new rule limiting public speaks. Werren said earlier this month that comments by some residents have sparked so much tension in council meetings that her constituents have told her they don't feel safe going to council meetings.
Werren was absent from Monday's meeting. Council Member Christine Weyrick, At-Large, has missed both council meetings in August, apparently due to health reasons.
Orr and Metheney oppose the rule change as unnecessarily limiting residents' ability to address council on the record.
Resident Sue Platt in public speaks Monday added her name to the list of residents opposed to the rule change. She said an availability session where residents would meet with two council members before council meetings is inadequate. No public record of the residents' comments would be preserved and they would take place outside the hearing of members of the public attending the council meeting and the media, she said.
"I want my comments on the record," Platt said. "Limiting my comments to the agenda is taking away my voice."
At the last council meeting on Aug. 15, Werren said residents' criticism of city employees arguably contributed to a hostile work environment for them.
Resident Chuck Osborne said during Monday's public speaks that his criticism of whether a city employee holds sufficient credentials for their job isn't a personal attack. And it's a reasonable subject for him to raise during public speaks.
Revoldt said when he started as council member about 40 years ago, residents could talk to council as long as they wanted. But with all the tensions and falsehoods spread by residents addressing council, it's now necessary to reassign an armed police officer from patrol to council chambers to maintain order during meetings, he said.
Revoldt addressed Larry Tripp who frequently speaks in public speaks to criticize actions by council members. Tripp said earlier in the meeting that limiting public speaks would lead to further limits of citizens' privileges. Tripp told the Repository that he purposely interrupted council members at the last meeting outside public speaks, knowing it would get him kicked out of the meeting by Police Chief Frank Kemp so Revoldt and Werren would show their true colors.
"You're here to stir the pot to gratify yourself," Revoldt said. He also said Osborne was incorrect that council was required to pass its rules through the ordinance process. Revoldt, who's argued that Tripp and Osborne often say things that aren't accurate or are misleading, said councils for Canton, Canal Fulton and Alliance do not pass their rules as ordinances.
Separately, Director of Administration Pat DeOrio told council that the city has found a natural gas supplier to replace bankrupt Volunteer Energy for the city's natural gas aggregation program.
North Canton had locked in a four-year supply contract with Volunteer that was supposed to last until October 2024. Since April, with no aggregation program gas supplier, city residents have paid Dominion East Ohio a market rate for natural gas.
More:Bankruptcy filing by utility provider Volunteer Energy likely to prompt new rates for some
More:Commissioners to select new natural gas supplier to replace bankrupt company
DeOrio said residents who will be automatically enrolled in the program as of the October billing unless they opt out at no cost will pay a natural gas rate of $5.25 per thousand cubic feet. DeOrio said the rate is locked in until October 2026. The city announced last month that the new supplier would be IGS Energy.
Reach Robert at robert.wang@cantonrep.com. Twitter: @rwangREP. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/08/23/north-canton-council-awaits-attorneys-opinions-on-public-speaks-rule/65416440007/ | 2022-08-23T21:46:00Z |
Georgia Power awaits Nuclear Regulatory Commission 103(g) finding required to load fuel
ATLANTA, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Georgia Power announced completion of another important step in the construction of the new nuclear units at the Vogtle 3 & 4 nuclear expansion site near Waynesboro, Ga. The company shared that Southern Nuclear has submitted documentation that all 398 inspections, tests and analyses have been performed and all acceptance criteria, collectively known as ITAACs, have been met on Vogtle Unit 3 as required by Southern Nuclear's Combined Operating License. The completion of these ITAACs provides the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) assurance that the unit meets strict nuclear safety and quality standards.
As defined by the NRC, each ITAAC closure notice must be verified before fuel load.
Next, the company awaits receipt of the 103(g) finding from the NRC documenting that license acceptance criteria for Unit 3 have been met. This will indicate that the new unit has been constructed and will be operated in conformance with its Combined License and NRC regulations. Upon receipt of the 103(g) finding from the NRC, no further NRC findings are necessary in order for Southern Nuclear to load fuel and begin the startup sequence.
The team at the site continues working vigorously to bring the units online and continues preparations for Unit 3 fuel load and start up.
The new Vogtle units are an essential part of Georgia Power's commitment to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy. Once operating, the two new units at Plant Vogtle are expected to power more than 500,000 homes and businesses, providing clean energy with no carbon emissions for the next 60 to 80 years.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company's promise to 2.7 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/Georgia Power), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain information contained in this release is forward-looking information based on current expectations and plans that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking information includes, among other things, statements concerning the expected receipt the 103(g) letter and the future operation of Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4. Georgia Power cautions that there are certain factors that can cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information that has been provided. The reader is cautioned not to put undue reliance on this forward-looking information, which is not a guarantee of future performance and is subject to a number of uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside the control of Georgia Power; accordingly, there can be no assurance that such suggested results will be realized. The following factors, in addition to those discussed in Georgia Power's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and subsequent securities filings, could cause actual results to differ materially from management expectations as suggested by such forward-looking information: the potential effects of the continued COVID-19 pandemic; the ability to control costs and avoid cost and schedule overruns during the development, construction, and operation of facilities or other projects, including Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4, which includes components based on new technology that only within the last few years began initial operation in the global nuclear industry at this scale, due to current and/or future challenges which include, but are not limited to, changes in labor costs, availability and productivity, challenges with management of contractors or vendors, subcontractor performance, adverse weather conditions, shortages, delays, increased costs, or inconsistent quality of equipment, materials, and labor, contractor or supplier delay, delays due to judicial or regulatory action, nonperformance under construction, operating, or other agreements, operational readiness, including specialized operator training and required site safety programs, engineering or design problems or any remediation related thereto, design and other licensing-based compliance matters, including, for nuclear units, inspections and the timely submittal by Southern Nuclear of the Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria documentation for each unit and the related investigations, reviews and approvals by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission ("NRC") necessary to support NRC authorization to load fuel, challenges with start-up activities, including major equipment failure, or system integration, and/or operational performance, and challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic; the ability to overcome or mitigate the current challenges at Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4 that could further impact the cost and schedule for the project; legal proceedings and regulatory approvals and actions related to construction projects, such as Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4, including Public Service Commission approvals and NRC actions; under certain specified circumstances, a decision by holders of more than 10% of the ownership interests of Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4 not to proceed with construction and the ability of other Vogtle owners to tender a portion of their ownership interests to Georgia Power following certain construction cost increases, including the purported exercises by Oglethorpe Power Corporation ("OPC") and the City of Dalton of their tender options and related litigation initiated by OPC and Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia; the ability to construct facilities in accordance with the requirements of permits and licenses (including satisfaction of NRC requirements), to satisfy any environmental performance standards and the requirements of tax credits and other incentives, and to integrate facilities into the Southern Company system upon completion of construction; the inherent risks involved in operating and constructing nuclear generating facilities; the ability of counterparties of Georgia Power to make payments as and when due and to perform as required; the direct or indirect effect on Georgia Power's business resulting from cyber intrusion or physical attack and the threat of physical attacks; catastrophic events such as fires, earthquakes, explosions, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes and other storms, droughts, pandemic health events, political unrest, wars or other similar occurrences; and the direct or indirect effects on Georgia Power's business resulting from incidents affecting the U.S. electric grid or operation of generating or storage resources. Georgia Power expressly disclaims any obligation to update any forward–looking information.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Mets ace Jacob deGrom pushed back a simulated game scheduled for Tuesday after experiencing muscle soreness in his right shoulder.
New York said deGrom’s soreness was mild and the right-hander’s live batting practice was delayed to Thursday “out of an abundance of caution.”
The two-time Cy Young Award winner has been sidelined since spring training with a stress reaction in his right scapula. He made his third minor league rehab start last Thursday, pitching four innings of one-run ball for Triple-A Syracuse. He has been expected to return shortly after the All-Star break.
The Mets say he played catch Monday and Tuesday before opting not to face hitters at the team’s spring complex in Florida.
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AP source: Mike D’Antoni among Hornets coaching candidates
By STEVE REED
AP Sports Writer
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets have begun their search for a head coach, asking permission to speak with several candidates, said a person familiar with the situation. The person says the list includes two-time NBA coach of the year and New Orleans Pelicans consultant Mike D’Antoni. They’ve also requested permission to talk with five NBA assistant coaches including Golden State’s Kenny Atkinson, Dallas’ Sean Sweeney, Brooklyn’s David Vanterpool and Milwaukee’s Darvin Ham and Charles Lee, the person said. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday because the Hornets have not released a list of coaching candidates. It’s unclear when the interviews will take place. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/05/ap-source-mike-dantoni-among-hornets-coaching-candidates/ | 2022-05-06T00:01:00Z |
CHINO HILLS, Calif., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Styldod, a virtual staging and image editing product, is being introduced to the CRMLS Marketplace. Through cutting-edge AI software, Styldod is redesigning the way traditional staging is accomplished. Styldod uses AI technology to add virtual furniture and other staging items to an interior property photo, saving the time and cost of setting up an interior space. Versatility with furniture layout and configuration grants agents with a broad range of interior design options to present to their clients.
Styldod is the first virtual staging product introduced to the CRMLS Marketplace. This exclusive product marketplace hosts a wide variety of real estate tech products available at discounted rates negotiated by CRMLS.
"The innovation we've seen from Styldod is phenomenal, and their products are certainly a catalyst for those of its kind. In a world where AI services are becoming more common, it is definitely something we want to offer to our users." – Art Carter, CEO – CRMLS
"Styldod makes it mindlessly simple to prepare and market listings for agents. Our AI technology and services will help CRMLS users to improve their productivity while ensuring quality. Over the coming years, we will be developing automated tools which will help real estate professionals to focus on what they do best – helping people find their dream homes." – Akhilesh Majumdar, CEO – Styldod
California Regional MLS is the nation's largest and most recognized subscriber-based MLS, dedicated to servicing more than 110,000 real estate professionals from 41 Associations, Boards, and MLS organizations. CRMLS is the industry powerhouse and thrives on providing the most relevant products and services to its subscribers. For more information on CRMLS, visit www.crmls.org. For more information on the CRMLS Marketplace, visit https://go.crmls.org/marketplace/
Styldod is a design-technology company poised to challenge every marketing productivity benchmark in the real estate industry. Through its groundbreaking AI product suite, Styldod enables the automatic virtual staging of homes in multiple lifestyle designs, complete with automated property descriptions and enhanced interactivity across a variety of media! At the enterprise scale, these tools create a marriage between retail furniture sales and residential home ownership, that keeps the real estate agent at the center of each transaction. Learn more at www.styldod.com
Media Contact: Art Carter, Art@CRMLS.org
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Highlights:
- Heart disease is the leading cause of death of US women
- Breast arterial calcifications* have been shown to be associated with cardiovascular disease outcomes1
- The collaboration's intent is to expand breast cancer screening programs' ability to make cardiovascular assessments from routine mammograms
- Volpara Health, based in Wellington, NZ, is a leader in artificial intelligence for breast cancer detection and risk assessment
SEATTLE, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Volpara Health Technologies ("Volpara," "the Group," or "the Company"; ASX: VHT), a global health technology software leader providing an integrated platform for personalized breast care, today announced a new research and development agreement with Microsoft to accelerate the creation of a solution that detects and quantifies breast arterial calcifications (BAC).
The collaboration shows a commitment to improving women's health through science and innovation. The solution will build upon Volpara's approach to quantitative and objective breast density scoring using artificial intelligence (AI). Capitalizing upon Volpara's recent BAC patent, the solution will create a tissue composition map that identifies and quantifies BAC from a mammogram, helping radiologists identify the need to take steps toward prevention of heart disease. Integrating Microsoft Azure Machine Learning, part of the Azure AI platform, will help improve Volpara's BAC model and data processing.
This project is an expansion of the companies' relationship over the last decade. Last year, Volpara's innovative work in supporting healthcare providers was recognized with its SaaS (Software as a Service) Award win at the Microsoft New Zealand Partner Awards. Microsoft SaaS and cloud products have played a fundamental role in supporting Volpara's development of the latest, FDA-cleared version of their core AI algorithm. To date, the algorithm has been used to assess the breast composition of more than 14.5M women through Volpara's analysis of over 67M mammography and tomosynthesis images. These images, representing one of the world's largest de-identified image datasets, will prove a pivotal resource for the BAC project.
The BAC product, as a cardiac decision-support tool for radiologists, would mark Volpara's entrance into a new area of care, part of a US$146.4B2 cardiovascular disease market. With access to over 35 percent of the US breast screening market, Volpara has the installation base to facilitate rollout and adoption of the product, creating a new revenue stream. For women, the BAC product would add a new dimension to their regular breast screenings, providing important information about their cardiovascular health. Any significant BAC findings could be delivered through the Volpara® Breast Health Platform™ directly to the healthcare provider or through Volpara's partner network.
Recently, Volpara announced Teri Thomas as the new Chief Executive Officer, with cofounder and former CEO Ralph Highnam, PhD, transitioning to Chief Science and Innovation Officer. As part of his new role, Highnam will spearhead the BAC initiative.
Of the joint project Highnam said: "The trusted relationship we have built with Microsoft over the years is important to Volpara's future, especially our utilization of Azure for machine learning and product development. Our mission and vision around the future of healthcare align well with Microsoft's. Though we are in the early stages of BAC product development, this collaboration will accelerate our efforts as we advance science together."
"Early detection of heart disease can have lifesaving implications. With early knowledge, patients can work with their physician to stop or slow progression," said Tom McGuinness, corporate vice president, Global Healthcare & Life Sciences, Microsoft. "Integrating Azure Machine Learning as a service with Volpara's solution allows providers to connect data and look for meaningful signals through predictive analytics. Through this technology, physicians can identify cardiac risk in patients who may not be aware that they're at higher risk, empowering them and their provider to take proactive steps towards their health."
*Breast arterial calcifications are clusters and patterns of calcification that appear on the mammogram image and may indicate heart disease or high risk of disease.
This announcement was authorised by the CEO of Volpara Health Technologies Limited.
About Volpara Health Technologies Limited (ASX:VHT)
Volpara Health Technologies is a global leader in the research and development of artificial intelligence for the early detection of breast cancer. Volpara's software provides clinicians feedback on breast density, compression, dose, and quality, enabling them to offer their patients personalized breast care and enhanced risk assessment.
Founded in 2009 on research originally conducted at the University of Oxford, Volpara has seen its technology and services used by customers and/or research projects in 40 countries. Volpara's ground-breaking work is supported by 100 patents, over 200 peer-reviewed publications, the most rigorous security certifications, and numerous trademarks and regulatory registrations, including FDA clearance and CE marking. Since listing on the ASX in April 2016, Volpara has raised A$132 million. With offices in Seattle and Boston, Volpara is based in Wellington, New Zealand.
For more information, visit www.volparahealth.com.
Microsoft enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
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Firm's alternative investment funds selected on time-tested performance, innovation and unique access for the broader investing public
NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AXS Investments, a leading asset manager providing access to alternative investments for growth, income and diversification, today announced that three of its funds have been named finalist in four categories in the industry's 2022 HFM US Performance Awards:
- Best '40 Act Fund - AXS Chesapeake Strategy Fund (EQCHX)
- Best Quantitative Strategy Under $1B - AXS Chesapeake Strategy Fund (EQCHX)
- Best Merger Arbitrage Fund - AXS Merger Fund (GAKIX)
- Best ESG Fund - AXS Change Finance ESG ETF (CHGX)
The HFM US performance awards are the most prestigious hedge fund awards ceremony in North America, recognizing excellence among hedge funds, CTAs and funds of hedge funds within the US. Award criteria includes a track record of outstanding returns and excellent performance and growth over the past 12 months. The judging panel is comprised of leading CIOs, senior directors, and managing directors from allocators and investors.
"We are honored and grateful to be named to the shortlist in four highly competitive categories in this year's HFM US Performance Awards, particularly in a year when alternatives have garnered increasing attention from investors due to their ability to provide a unique return stream to complement their portfolios," said Greg Bassuk, CEO of AXS Investments. "We wish all the nominees the best of luck, and we're excited to continue furthering our mission at AXS, offering innovative funds that can benefit portfolios by being complementary tools to traditional exposures like stocks and bonds."
AXS Investments is a leading alternative investment manager providing a diversified family of alternative investments for growth, income and diversification. The firm empowers investors to diversify their portfolios with investments previously available only to the largest institutional and high net worth investors. The investor-friendly AXS funds are time-tested, liquid, transparent and managed by high pedigreed portfolio managers with long and strong track records. For more information, visit www.axsinvestments.com.
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Denison-Anna Volleyball Highlights
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Girl suffered serious injuries after shark bite on Florida beach, officials say
TAYLOR COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV/Gray News) - The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office says a girl suffered serious injuries when a shark attacked her at Keaton Beach Thursday afternoon.
One of the girl’s family members reportedly jumped in the water and beat the shark off of her until she was free, a news release from the sheriff’s office said.
According to TCSO, the girl was taken to the shore, where Taylor County firefighters and EMS were posted. Deputies say the girl was then flown to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare to receive treatment for her injuries.
The family told deputies they were scalloping near Grassy Island in 5-feet-deep water when a shark that was about 9 feet long bit the girl.
“Boaters and swimmers are cautioned to be alert, vigilant and practice shark safety,” the news release says. “Some rules to follow are: never swim alone, do not enter the water near fishermen, avoid areas such as sandbars (where sharks like to congregate), do not swim near large schools of fish and avoid erratic movements while in the water.”
Tyler Bowling, the program manager for the Florida Museum’s International Shark Attack File, confirmed Friday that this is the first recorded shark attack in Taylor County.
TCSO says it’s unknown at this point what type of shark it was.
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CORRECTION: An earlier version of this story reported that the girl had lost her leg, according to the sheriff’s office. That is not the case; she had surgery Thursday night and is expected to survive.
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MILWAUKEE, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating CSI (OTCQX: CSVI) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with Centerbridge and Bridgeport.
Click here to learn how to join the action: https://www.ademilaw.com/case/computer-services-inc or call Guri Ademi toll-free at 866-264-3995. There is no cost or obligation to you.
Ademi LLP alleges CSI's financial outlook and prospects are excellent and yet CSI holders will receive only $58.00 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.6 billion,. The transaction agreement unreasonably limits competing bids for CSI by imposing a significant penalty if CSI accepts a superior bid. CSI insiders will receive substantial benefits as part of change of control arrangements.
We are investigating the conduct of CSI's board of directors, and whether they are (i) fulfilling their fiduciary duties to all shareholders, and (ii) obtaining a fair and reasonable price for CSI.
If you own CSI common stock and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Guri Ademi either at gademi@ademilaw.com or toll-free: 866-264-3995, or https://www.ademilaw.com/case/computer-services-inc.
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VIKEN, Sweden, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TikoMed today announced the inclusion in bioRxiv* of an in vitro study examining the ability of the company's lead drug candidate ILB® to inhibit infection of human cells by four serotypes of Dengue virus (DENV1-4), two strains of Zika virus (African and Asian) and Yellow Fever virus (vaccine strain YF17D) assessed by immunofluorescence of viral particles. In the study, ILB® potently inhibited infection by all the strains of Dengue, Zika and Yellow Fever virus in a concentration-dependent manner with IC50 for ILB® ranging from 31 to 343 μg/ml.
Professor Nicholas Barnes PhD PBPhS (Professor of Pharmacology & CEO, Celentyx Ltd, and one of the world's most highly cited researchers https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/2127569) commented:
"It is well recognised that infection by flaviviruses like Dengue, Zika and Yellow Fever virus can lead to catastrophic life-threatening conditions. This emphasises the clinical need for safe and effective medicines to treat these infections. What I find particularly exciting about these results is the effects observed at ILB® concentrations that have been achieved in humans following doses that have been well tolerated. These findings offer hope to the millions of patients that continue to be devastated by flavivirus infections."
TikoMed recently announced the publication of a peer-reviewed, scientific article on the mode of action of ILB®. In multiple preclinical and clinical studies across a variety of neuroinflammation-driven diseases. ILB® both mobilized and modulated naturally occurring tissue repair mechanisms, released heparin-binding growth factors, and restored cellular homeostasis and function.
"These results provide further evidence of the anti-viral potential and unique broad spectrum mechanism of action of TikoMed's ILB® drug platform. We have already initiated clinical development programs for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and islet cell transplantation and plan to consider additional evaluation in other diseases," said Anders Kristensson, CEO of TikoMed.
*bioRxiv is a free online archive and distribution service for unpublished preprints in the life sciences. It is operated by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a not-for-profit research and educational institution. By posting preprints on bioRxiv, authors are able to make their findings immediately available to the scientific community and receive feedback on draft manuscripts before they are submitted to journals.
For full study details on "A clinical stage LMW-DS drug inhibits infection of human cells by Dengue, Zika and Yellow Fever viruses", please access the publication: https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2022.08.31.503293v1.full.
About flaviviruses
Flaviviruses are responsible for the most abundant arboviral diseases of humans in terms of geographical distribution, morbidity and mortality; at least 2.5 billion people are at risk with, for example, an estimated 100-400 million Dengue infections a year. However, for infections by Dengue, Zika or Yellow Fever virus there are no effective anti-infective drug treatments nor for Dengue or Zika virus a safe effective vaccine and prevention at present focusses on vector (mosquito) control. Whilst symptoms from Dengue, Zika and Yellow Fever virus infection may be mild for some, they are very serious and life threatening for others. For instance, severe Dengue is a leading cause of hospitalisation and death among children and adults in Asian and Latin American countries. Likewise, Zika infection can have catastrophic consequences for pregnant women following the passing of the virus to their foetus with arising miscarriage or birth defects including microcephaly that can be fatal.
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Data Indicates Even Successful Budgeters Can Benefit from Alternative Payment Options
SAN DIEGO, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Opy, a leading payments fintech, unveiled the results of a U.S consumer survey, investigating the trends, behaviors, and opinions of 1,000 U.S Americans on Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) as an alternative payment method for dental care and veterinarian costs. The survey results provided interesting trends regarding budgeting practices for high-cost care, the sustainability of paying off high-balance bills, and how COVID-19 changed the perception of BNPL for Americans.
Worries About Future Costs of Dental and Veterinary Care
According to the survey findings, 69 percent of Americans worry about future dental costs. In contrast, two-thirds of U.S pet owners worry about future veterinarian costs, indicating a lack of easy and accessible funds to pay for care. Seventy-one percent surveyed said they would regularly use BNPL over traditional payment methods, such as credit card, debit, or cash when visiting the dentist. The trend was even higher for pet owners, as 86 percent stated they too would opt for BNPL over traditional payment methods. These findings are mainly due to BNPL's payment flexibility and fixed rates.
While two-thirds of dental patients were knowledgeable about BNPL as an alternative payment method, only 49 percent have used loan financing for dental visits. Additionally, 77 percent of pet owners reported they were familiar with BNPL, but only 56 percent have used the BNPL as a means for managing and paying for veterinarian expenses. The disconnect could indicate not enough dental providers nor veterinarians offer many options for U.S consumers to cover costs, such as installment loan financing.
"The numbers don't lie," says Brian Shniderman, U.S. CEO and Global Chief Strategy Officer at Opy USA. "Americans are longing for the ability to choose BNPL when making a more significant purchase, such as when visiting the dentist or seeking veterinary care for their pets. In addition, dental patients and pet owners who have greater access to alternative payment methods will seek more consistent visits and treatments, with less worry and anxiety about covering the related expense of doing so. I'm proud to represent a brand that is working to help change lives by offering a fair, friendly way to finance people and pet care, especially when it's a big bill that's hard to pay off in a month or two."
Additional findings from the survey indicate that the COVID-19 pandemic influenced Americans' opinions on BNPL, as two-thirds of those surveyed who frequently visit the dentist reported they are more interested in utilizing BNPL now than before the pandemic, while three in four pet owners reported the same sentiment. In addition, millennials cover the vast majority, at 75 percent, whose interest in BNPL options has increased the most.
"Americans have spoken, and the solution is easy; dental and veterinarian practices need to incorporate installment loan financing as a payments option," explains Mike Kimbell, SVP, Head of U.S. Healthcare at Opy. "Quality pet and dental care is only the beginning. Providing a financial offering such as Opy will ensure healthcare providers can maintain an economically sustainable practice and maintain customer loyalty," Kimbell continues.
Of all participants surveyed, the bulk of the respondents indicated that payment flexibility is the most desirable feature of BNPL, with 43 percent of dental patients and 43 percent of pet owners reporting their preference.
"Healthcare, for both dentists and veterinarians, is the perfect market to offer closed-end installment loan financing. Opy's unique, flat-fee product provides a seamless payment experience, helping dental patients and pet owners spread out payments over longer terms, with higher costs, for the purchases that matter most in life," Shniderman continues.
The online survey of 1,000 Americans was commissioned by Opy and conducted by market research company 72Point Inc. between January 20, 2022, and January 24, 2022.
For more information on Opy and for a direct report on the survey findings, visit https://www.opy.com/us/reports/infographic-buy-now-pay-later-over-traditional-payment-methods/.
About Openpay
Openpay Group Ltd (ASX: OPY) is an emerging leader in payments fintech, working to create a transparent, friendly approach to financing life's most meaningful purchases. Openpay delivers an omnichannel financing solution that extends beyond traditional Buy Now, Pay Later in the form of their next-generation "BNPL 2.0" product. BNPL 2.0 provides the gateway to complete transactions, up to $20,000 with payback terms of up to 24-months, across underserved BNPL verticals, including Automotive, Healthcare, Home Improvement, Memberships, Education, and Retail. Openpay has fine-tuned its innovative products for both consumers and merchants, providing transparent terms with quick credit decisions and customizable payment plans for consumers, along with a B2B payments offering that facilitates end-to-end trade account management. Openpay operates in Australia and in the United States (operating as Opy) and serves New Zealand and the United Kingdom. For more information, please visit www.opy.com.
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SÃO PAULO, Sept. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL and B3: GOLL4), Brazil's largest domestic airline, announces today preliminary air traffic figures for the month of August 2022, compared to the same period in 2021.
Highlights:
- GOL's total supply (ASK) increased 43.9%. Total seats increased 41.4% and the number of departures increased by 44.9%. GOL's total demand (RPK) increased by 46.3% and the load factor was 81.5%.
- GOL's domestic supply (ASK) increased 29.7% and demand (RPK) increased by 31.7%. GOL's domestic load factor was 81.4%. The volume of departures increased by 39.1% and seats increased by 36.1%.
- GOL's international supply (ASK) was 323 million, the demand (RPK) was 266 million and international load factor was 82.3%.
August/22 Preliminary Traffic Figures:
* Source: Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) and the Company for the current month.
(1) Preliminary Figures
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GOL is the largest airline in Brazil, leader in the corporate and leisure segments. Since founded in 2001, the Company has the lowest unit cost in Latin America, thus democratizing air transportation. The Company has alliances with American Airlines and Air FranceKLM and makes available several codeshares and interline agreements available to Customers, bringing more convenience and simple connections to any place served by these partnerships. With the purpose of "Being the First for All", GOL offers the best travel experience to its passengers, including: the largest number of seats and more space between seats; the greatest platform with internet, movies and live TV; and the best frequent-flyer program, SMILES. In cargo transportation, GOLLOG delivers orders to different regions in Brazil and abroad. The Company has a team of 14,000 highly qualified aviation professionals focused on Safety, GOL's #1 value, and operates a standardized fleet of 144 Boeing 737 aircraft. The Company's shares are traded on the NYSE (GOL) and the B3 (GOLL4). For further information, go to www.voegol.com.br/ri.
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NINGDE, China, Aug. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 27, CATL and SERES jointly announced that Qilin batteries will power new AITO models. The two parties have signed a five-year long-term strategic cooperation agreement, which includes that all the AITO models will be equipped with EV batteries of CATL.
The conclusion of the strategic cooperation agreement is the overall upgrade of the partnership the two parties forged in 2021. As the third-generation CTP technology of CATL, the Qilin batteries to be used on new AITO models marks the highest integration level worldwide for battery systems. With a record-breaking volume utilization efficiency of 72% and an energy density of up to 255 Wh/kg, it is capable of delivering a range of over 1,000 km. Moreover, by adopting the trail-blazing large-surface cell cooling technology, Qilin supports a hot start in 5 minutes and fast charging in 10 minutes. Qilin-powered models will increase driving range by 10%, achieving overall improvement in range, fast charging, safety, life cycle, efficiency, and low-temperature performance.
Richard Yu, Executive Director, CEO of the Consumer BG and CEO of the Intelligent Automotive Solution BU of Huawei, said: "High product quality, good consumer experience and excellent service are the main reasons for AITO models' attractiveness to consumers. Huawei, SERES and CATL are all committed to creating innovative technologies and high-quality products, and we will continue to innovate and bring the most powerful and cutting-edge technologies to AITO models, thus offering consumers a real smart driving experience."
Zhang Xinghai, founder and Chairman of SERES, said: "CATL is a global leader of innovative technologies, and its technological strengths and mass production experience are obvious to all. I believe that supported by SERES's sophisticated new energy technologies and outstanding capabilities in intelligent manufacturing, and empowered by Huawei's leading technologies in the ICT industry and CATL's latest Qilin batteries, the new AITO models will offer customers unique driving experience."
"The signing of the long-term strategic cooperation agreement shows our determination to leverage state-of-the-art traction battery technologies to empower partners to build a global high-end auto brand. It also demonstrates our confidence to succeed in the era of intelligent electric vehicles with our joint efforts," said Dr. Robin Zeng, founder and Chairman of CATL.
It takes only 65 days for CATL to unveil the mass-produced models with Qilin inside following the release of the battery, which epitomizes CATL's commitment to the demand for long-range, ultra-fast charging and high-safety battery products by the market and customers. It is another milestone in the development of intelligent electric vehicles, which will accelerate the transition to electric vehicles.
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NEW YORK, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City's premiere event space, The Water Club in New York City is the perfect place to celebrate The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show this year!
Our gorgeous & iconic location, on the East River, in Manhattan is prime viewing for one of New York's greatest live shows. The fireworks display will be directly in front of us at 30th Street, on the river.
The Water Club is an event space beyond your wildest dreams. Imagine dining waterside, in the greatest city on earth, under the stars, with the magic of five barges of spectacular fireworks lighting up the NYC skyline. This year we are presenting a unique, yet private dining event that will be available to locals, guests & visitors from around the world. Our events team will begin taking reservations for each of our event rooms, both indoor and al fresco seating for this exciting evening. Guests may make reservations by calling 212.683.3333 for an immersive experience, a wonderful & festive dinner, a premium open bar, and access to the most incredible waterside location anywhere to watch the NY fireworks display this year.
As a hallmark of classic American cuisine and host of iconic events, The Water Club will continue our long history with the Macy's NYC Fireworks Spectacular and offer our guests a marvelous opportunity to enjoy such a massive event in the privacy of our special location.
The East River glistens every evening from The Water Club and on 4th of July the City will light up with a fireworks display from each of the five barges simultaneously, on the river, in front of our unique oasis, offering a visual that our guests will remember for a lifetime. Your guests will be wowed at our up close and personal views from every seat in The Water Club.
We are located in the heart of New York City, situated in the river, near the United Nations with sweeping views of the NYC skyline from every seat. Our extraordinary events are legendary and our private dining is revered around the world.
The Water Club - Private Events in New York City
Being on the water, in the middle of the East River, makes our waterside space one of the most beautiful places to enjoy an event, host a beautiful New York wedding as you watch the sunset over cocktails and bask in the cool river breezes and sharp sparkling moonlit sky. Having a waterside party with great views and award winning classic American cuisine is a totally unique way to spoil your guests.
Among the many things that makes The Water Club so special are our three elegant private party rooms, two outdoor rooftop terraces, and a wonderful, seasonal menu prepared by Chef Juvenal Rosales. Our world-famous wine list has been featured as one of the finest in the world by Wine Spectator, Wine & Spirits and Wine Enthusiast, and our classic cocktails are creative and delicious.
Another unique aspect of The Water Club's location on the East River is the option to dock a yacht! Picture your dream New York wedding, with your guests being afforded the opportunity to pull up to our boat dock & dock a yacht or be treated to on-site valet parking for guests arriving by car. The penultimate New York wedding can be achieved – (our events team are extraordinary!) Your party, celebration or wedding will be remembered long after it is over.
Above the main dining rooms, on the upper deck at The Water Club are our rooftop event spaces. There is nothing more imaginable for fun, chic, open air terrace events that have also become one of the most successful places in Manhattan to host both large or intimate parties and celebrations or weddings in New York.
The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will be the night of a lifetime! Reservations may be made by calling our events department at 212.683.3333 or by visiting our website at www.thewaterclub.com and filling out the form! Happy Independence day!
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Stark County roundup: News from around the Canton region
5K run on Labor Day
ALLIANCE − The CommQuest & Alliance Rotary Run for Hope will be held at 9 a.m. Sept. 5 at Glamorgan Castle, 200 Glamorgan St.
Participants can run or walk the 5K course. Those who register by Monday are guaranteed a race shirt, and the first 175 registrants will get a finisher medal. All participants will receive swag bags and snacks, and are welcome to tour the castle. A community resource fair will be on site.
Registration is $25. To register for the 5K Run for Hope, visit www.commquest.org or call 330-994-1455. Check out the course at https://tinyurl.com/574mdsz4.
Game night for teens
CANAL FULTON − The Canal Fulton Public Library, 154 E. Market St., will hold a pizza and game night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 30.
Teens are invited to enjoy pizza and snacks and play JackBox Party Pack games and well as Cards Against Humanity. Bring your own device to participate in JackBox. Registration is not required, but it is appreciated; call 330-854-4148.
Volunteer at First Ladies National Historic Site
CANTON – The First Ladies National Historic Site, 205 Market Ave. S, is seeking people to join its Volunteer-in-Parks program.
First Ladies National Historic Site volunteers can help in all areas of the park, including orienting visitors in the Education Center and to the Canton community; providing interpretive tours of the Saxton House; aiding rangers in large public or special events throughout the year; helping keep the park clean through maintenance projects; and participating in large-scale volunteer events. Students who need service hours or internship hours can work with the ranger staff to develop learning opportunities that fit their school's or program's requirements.
For more information about how to volunteer, email FILA_info@nps.gov or call the park at 330-452-0876 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Reception for ex-inmates Thursday
CANTON – A welcome-home reception for those recently released from incarceration and prison will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Drop In Center, 1492 Cherry St. SE.
The homecoming reception is to provide informative access to services for them to succeed and overcome barriers in today's society, according to the Stark County Urban Minority Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Outreach Project. All service-providing agencies are invited to participate. Reservations must be made to 330-949-1927.
St. Benedict School reunion
CANTON – The former St. Benedict School in Canton will hold a reunion Sept. 17 and 18. Organizers are looking for classmates and photos. Contact David Bernardo at 330-936-6645 or dbernardo@sssnet.com for further information.
Romanian Festival
CANTON – St. George Romanian Byzantine Cathedral, 1123 44th St. NE, will hold its annual Romanian Festival from noon to 7 p.m. Aug. 28.
The event will feature Romanian folk dancers, live music, cash prize raffle, tours, a noon divine liturgy and traditional Romanian food, pastries and beverages for dine-in or to go. For information, call 330-492-8413 or email annf@rcdcanton.org.
Project REBUILD receives grant
CANTON – The Henry & Laura Huth Charitable Foundation recently awarded a $12,000 grant to Project REBUILD.
An affiliate of the YouthBuild USA program, the Canton-based not-for-profit's mission is to reengage out-of-school youth between the ages of 16 and 24 and support them as they work to obtain their high school diploma or GED and become job-ready. Enrollees in Project REBUILD gain skills in construction and related vocations as they construct affordable housing for low- and moderate-income people and families.
The Henry and Laura Huth Charitable Foundation is a registered nonprofit. Over the past 18 years, the Huth Foundation has donated nearly $120,000 to Project REBUILD.
Trombone quartet to perform
JACKSON TWP. – A Canton Symphony Orchestra trombone quartet will perform a free concert at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Tam O’Shanter Park, 5055 Hills & Dales Road NW, as part of Stark Parks Summer Serenades concerts.
In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be canceled. Check for updates the day of at the Canton Symphony Orchestra Box Office at 330-452-2094. Changes will be announced at least four hours before the event.
Music at Walborn Reservoir
LEXINGTON TWP. −Stark Parks will host the John Hampu Band playing classic rock and roll music at the overlook shelter at Walborn Reservoir, 11324 Price St. NE, from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday.
Spectators should bring a blanket or a chair to sit on. No registration is required. The Walborn Reservoir Marina will sell snacks and cold drinks.
Great Trail Festival soon
MALVERN − The Great Trail Arts and Crafts Festival, a celebration of American folk art with contemporary and country crafting, will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 27-28 and Sept. 3-5 at the Great Trail Grounds, 6331 Canton Road NW (Route 43).
Along with crafts, the event will feature food, live music, clog dancing, a butterfly house, a petting farm, children's games, a face painter, show fiddlers, Scottish Pipers, demonstrations, Rendezvous living history camp, a live buffalo herd, Ohio Tomahawk Throwing Championship, and battle reenactments daily.
Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for youth (ages 10-18); free for children younger than 10. Parking is free. Visit www.greattrailfestival.com for more information and the entertainment schedule.
Citizen’s Academy program starts in September
MASSILLON – The Stark County Sheriff's Office will hold a 12-week Citizen's Academy program beginning Sept. 13 and continuing on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Each class will offer an in-depth look at Sheriff’s Office functions. Most of the classes will be held at the Stark County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Training Center, 143 First St. SE, and include firearms safety, crime lab tours, jail tours, K9 demonstrations, an understanding of the judicial system, and community engagement initiatives.
Applicants must be 21 or older, have no felony convictions, submit to a background check, have a valid Ohio driver's license, and live or work in Stark County. To apply, visit sheriff.starkcountyohio.gov, select "Community Engagement," and then "Citizen’s Academy." Download the application from there and mail or drop off the completed, signed and notarized application to 4500 Atlantic Blvd, NE, Canton, Ohio 44705 by Sept. 1.
Citizens will receive a letter notifying them of their acceptance. For more information, contact the Stark County Sheriff’s Office director of community engagement at 330-430-3889.
Free concert Monday
MASSILLON – Visinata will perform a free concert at 7 p.m. Monday at Duncan Plaza. Spectators should bring their own chairs.
History presentation
MASSILLON – Massillon Public Library will host the free presentation "Massillon Then and Now: Spring Hill and the Rotch-Wales Families" from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the main library auditorium.
Kayla Metzger, site manager of the Spring Hill Historic Home and Underground Railroad Site, will share the history of Massillon's beginnings, including the village of Kendal and Quaker settlers Thomas and Charity Rotch.
Registration is required. For more information, contact the library at 330-832-9831. This program is co-sponsored by the Massillon Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Military Family Center brick campaign
NIMISHILLEN TWP. – Pegasus Military Family Center, 5495 Meese Road, has launched the Walk of Heroes brick campaign to honor local heroes and community organizations that support veterans, military members and first responders.
Purchasing a brick will help continue to provide free programming and activities and maintain the facility. Bricks will be placed around the Military Family Center’s flagpole, located in front of the facility. For more information or to purchase a brick, visit www.pegasusfarm.org/mfcbrickcampaign.
The Military Family Center in partnership with local Rotary Clubs is dedicated to meeting the needs of veterans, military members, first responders and their families through equine therapeutic activities, individualized exercise programming and counseling services.
Learn to photograph fall colors
SUGAR CREEK TWP. – The Wilderness Center Nature Photo Club meeting at 9:30 a.m. Saturday will have a free, public program on photographing fall colors.
Jerry Jelinek, who has taught photography classes for the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Cleveland Photographic Society, will present the program at The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave SW. For more information, visit www.twcnpc.com. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/2022/08/21/stark-county-roundup-news-from-around-the-canton-region/65403899007/ | 2022-08-21T09:58:52Z |
MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Capital Solutions, Inc.'s (OTC: PCST) wholly owned subsidiary Nova Space was represented by CEO Joseph Horvath and COO Christopher Allen at the Space Sector Workshop and Round Table on August 18th led by the U.S. Department of Labor, in collaboration with the National Space Council and the White House Office of Science Technology Policy.
The Space Sector Workshop and Round Table provided the industry with a robust platform for collaboration through working sessions and panel discussions with key leaders from federal agencies and the White House, businesses and employers, training providers, and the nonprofit sector. Stakeholders at the event helped illuminate subsector and regional challenges impeding equitable access and participation in the space economy.
Continued collaboration after August 18th, is focused on building lasting programs to drive inspiration, preparation, and sustainable employment opportunities for all communities. The event highlighted the unique set of foundational knowledge and skillsets that are required for work in the space industry, often different than in aviation. The event also highlighted the need to capture and inspire talent in early career stages.
"I currently see three distinct, but complementary, efforts needed to fully realize the needed workforce growth to support the space industry: K-12 STEM education, introductory and foundational skill development for workers coming out of college, and retraining/upskilling training for those transitioning from other industries. The combination of these three will ensure a healthy pipeline of talent into the future," said Joseph Horvath.
"Nova Space's mission of providing award winning individualized, digital learning experiences and workforce development programs really has an enormous opportunity to scale and reach communities in need in ways not commonly applied across a single industry. We can't be more excited to help every individual realize their dreams by facilitating skills development that enables not just competency and mastery, but also personal confidence to apply acquired skills in meaningful ways," said Christopher Allen.
Since 2006, Pure Capital Solutions, Inc has been assisting small to medium sized businesses by investment and consulting. We have provided short-term financing, factoring, loans, and consulting using our diverse expertise. We also directly invest in our subsidiaries and help them grow. Learn more by visiting purecapitalsolution.com.
Nova Space is a professional development company aimed at bridging the space industry's skills gap by offering virtual, asynchronous, and interactive space professional courseware to individuals from all backgrounds and to organizations that want to enhance their recruiting, training, and retention efforts to become more efficient and proficient within the growing space ecosystem. Our Space Professional Course offers prospective students and professionals a comprehensive and standardized foundation in space operations and astronautics and is designed to keep students engaged and prepare them to collaborate with other space professionals within the industry. Learn more by visiting novaspaceinc.com and view our demonstration video.
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ISINs: US29244AAK88 ; USP3710FAJ32 / CUSIPs: 29244A AK8 ; P3710F AJ3
BUENOS AIRES, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte S.A. ("Edenor" or the "Company") today announced that its offer to exchange (the "Offer" or the "Exchange Offer") any and all of its outstanding 9.75% Senior Notes due 2022 (the "Existing Notes") for the applicable amount of newly issued 9.75% Senior Notes due 2025 (the "New Notes") and cash, as applicable, made upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Exchange Offer Memorandum, dated April 12, 2022, as amended and supplemented by Supplement No. 1, dated April 29, 2022 (the "Exchange Offer Memorandum"), expired at 5:00p.m., New York City time, on May 9, 2022 (the "Expiration Date"). As of the Expiration Date, U.S.$71,826,000 in aggregate principal amount of Existing Notes, representing 73.25% of the aggregate principal amount of Existing Notes outstanding, have been tendered and accepted in the Exchange Offer (the "Tendered Notes"). Of the aggregate principal amount of Tendered Notes (i) U.S.$41,699,000, representing approximately 42.53% of the outstanding principal amount of Existing Notes, were tendered under Option A, and (ii) U.S.$30,127,000, representing approximately 30.72% of the outstanding principal amount of Existing Notes, were tendered under Option B.
The Company intends to pay the applicable Exchange Consideration for the Tendered Notes together with the Accrued Interest Payment on or about May 12, 2022 (the "Settlement Date").
On the Settlement Date, the Company expects to issue U.S.$52,706,268 aggregate principal amount of New Notes and to pay approximately U.S.$21,878,499.08 cash consideration (including the Accrued Interest Payment) as total consideration for the Tendered Notes. Per US$1,000 principal amount of Existing Notes validly tendered and accepted in the Exchange Offer, each Eligible Holder will receive (i) U.S.$1,050 principal amount of New Notes per U.S.$1,000 principal amount of Existing Notes tendered under Option A, or (ii) U.S.$296.16 principal amount of New Notes and U.S.$715.23 of Pro Rata Cash Consideration per U.S.$1,000 principal amount of Existing Notes tendered under Option B, in each case plus the applicable Accrued Interest Payment.
The New Notes will be issued under an indenture (the "New Notes Indenture"), to be dated as of May 12, 2022 among the Company, as issuer, The Bank of New York Mellon, as trustee (the "Trustee", which term shall include any successor as Trustee under the New Notes Indenture) and Banco de Valores S.A., as representative of the Trustee in Argentina.
Morrow Sodali Limited acted as the Exchange and Information Agent for the Offer (Email: Edenor@investor.morrowsodali.com).
BofA Securities, Inc. and BCP Securities, Inc. acted as dealer managers for the Offer outside Argentina.
Global Valores S.A. acted as Argentine Dealer Manager for the Offer in Argentina.
Important Notice
This announcement is not an offer of securities for sale in the United States, and none of the New Notes has been or will be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities law (other than Argentina, where the public offering of the New Notes is included within the public offering authorization granted by the CNV to the Program, in accordance with Section 41, Title II, Chapter V, Section VIII of the CNV Rules). The CNV's authorization means only that the information requirements of the CNV have been satisfied. The CNV has not rendered any opinion in respect of the accuracy of the information contained in the Exchange Offer Memorandum or the Argentine exchange offer memorandum dated April 12, 2022 (as amended and/or supplemented, the "Argentine Exchange Offer Memorandum"), and has not issued an opinion about the Exchange Consideration to be received pursuant the terms of the Exchange Offer.
The New Notes may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. persons except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act. This press release does not constitute an offer of the New Notes for sale, or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, in any state or other jurisdiction in which any offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
The distribution of materials relating to the Offer may be restricted by law in certain jurisdictions. The Offer is void in all jurisdictions where they are prohibited. If materials relating to the Offer come into your possession, you are required to inform yourself of and to observe all of these restrictions. The materials relating to the Offer, including this communication, do not constitute, and may not be used in connection with, an offer in any place where offers are not permitted by law. If a jurisdiction requires that the Offer be made by a licensed broker or dealer and a dealer manager or any affiliate of a dealer manager is a licensed broker or dealer in that jurisdiction, the Offer shall be deemed to be made by the dealer managers or such affiliate on behalf of the Company in that jurisdiction.
Forward-Looking Statements
All statements in this press release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. Specifically, the Company cannot assure you that the proposed transactions described above will be consummated on the terms currently contemplated, if at all. These statements are based on expectations and assumptions on the date of this press release and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, market conditions, and factors over which the Company has no control. The Company assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements, and does not intend to do so, unless otherwise required by law.
Note to Eligible Holders in the European Economic Area - Prohibition of sales to EEA Retail Investors – The New Notes are not intended to be offered, sold or otherwise made available to and should not be offered, sold or otherwise made available to any retail investor in the European Economic Area ("EEA"). For these purposes, a retail investor means a person who is one (or more) of: (i) a retail client as defined in point (11) of Article 4(1) of Directive 2014/65/EU (as amended, "MiFID II"); or (ii) a customer within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2016/97 (as amended, the "Insurance Distribution Directive"), where that customer would not qualify as a professional client as defined in point (10) of Article 4(1) of MiFID II; or (iii) not a qualified investor as defined in Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 (as amended, the "Prospectus Regulation"). Consequently, no key information document required by Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014 (as amended, the "PRIIPs Regulation") for offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to retail investors in the EEA has been prepared and therefore offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to any retail investor in the EEA may be unlawful under the PRIIPs Regulation.
Note to Eligible Holders in the United Kingdom - Prohibition of sales to UK Retail Investors – The New Notes are not intended to be offered, sold or otherwise made available to and should not be offered, sold or otherwise made available to any retail investor in the United Kingdom ("UK"). For these purposes, a retail investor means a person who is one (or more) of: (i) a retail client, as defined in point (8) of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 2017/565 as it forms part of domestic law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 ("EUWA"); (ii) a customer within the meaning of the provisions of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (as amended, the "FSMA") and any rules or regulations made under the FSMA to implement Directive (EU) 2016/97, where that customer would not qualify as a professional client, as defined in point (8) of Article 2(1) of Regulation (EU) No 600/2014 as it forms part of domestic law by virtue of the EUWA; or (iii) not a qualified investor as defined in Article 2 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 as it forms part of domestic law by virtue of the EUWA (the "UK Prospectus Regulation"). Consequently, no key information document required by Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014 as it forms part of domestic law by virtue of the EUWA (the "UK PRIIPs Regulation") for offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to retail investors in the UK has been prepared and therefore offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to any retail investor in the UK may be unlawful under the UK PRIIPs Regulation.
In the UK, this Exchange Offer Memorandum and any other material in relation to the New Notes described herein are being distributed only to, and are directed only at, persons who are "qualified investors" (as defined in the UK Prospectus Regulation) who are (i) persons having professional experience in matters relating to investments falling within Article 19(5) of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005 (as amended, the "Order"), or (ii) high net worth entities falling within Article 49(2)(a) to (d) of the Order, or (iii) persons to whom it would otherwise be lawful to distribute them, all such persons together being referred to as "Relevant Persons". In the UK, the New Notes are only available to, and any invitation, offer or agreement to subscribe, purchase or otherwise acquire the New Notes will be engaged in only with, Relevant Persons. This Exchange Offer Memorandum and its contents are confidential and should not be distributed, published or reproduced (in whole or in part) or disclosed by any recipients to any other person in the UK. Any person in the UK that is not a Relevant Person should not act or rely on this Exchange Offer Memorandum or its contents.
Contact:
Michael Truscelli
+1-203-609-4910
edenor@investor.morrowsodali.com
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tony Roma's, the globally recognized casual family dining brand, joined Stored Value Solutions (SVS) in announcing an expanded international partnership aimed at driving gift card sales and enhancing the overall guest experience with gift cards. Tony Roma's engaged SVS, a worldwide leader in gift card program marketing and management in 2019 to help drive their online gift card sales, significantly enhancing the customer experience.
According to Ramon Bourgeois, Chief Executive Office at Romacorp, the expanded partnership will focus on two key areas: tying gift cards into Tony Roma's loyalty program to increase guest engagement through rewards; and utilizing gift cards as a marketing tool in local rollouts of its new restaurant concept, "Bones and Burgers". Romacorp, Inc. is the parent company of Tony Roma's and Bones and Burgers.
"Our partners at SVS are always helping us find new and better ways to reach and satisfy our guests for whom gift cards are an important part of the dining experience," Gino said. "With our accelerated expansion across the globe, their international expertise in the areas of hospitality and dining is invaluable." Tony Roma's restaurants are in more than 25 countries on 6 continents.
Mark Schatz, President of SVS described the collaboration as a perfect fit. "When both teams are completely committed to the customer experience, solutions reveal themselves," he said. "Casual diners love gift cards, whether they're in Detroit or Dubai. We're proud to be a part of a team at Tony Roma's that keeps that guest-focus at the center of everything they do."
Romacorp, Inc., is the parent company of Tony Roma's restaurants, the world's largest casual dining concept specializing in ribs. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida. Tony Roma's has more than 90 restaurant locations in more than 20 countries and is one of the most globally recognizable names in the industry. The first Tony Roma's restaurant opened 50 years ago in North Miami, Florida. For more information about Romacorp, Inc. and Tony Roma's, visit www.tonyromas.com.
A leading prepaid provider, SVS manages more than 750 million card products and processes over 1.5 billion transactions annually. SVS partners with top retailers around the world to offer stored value solutions that effectively drive the behavior that will lead to business success. SVS is headquartered in Louisville Kentucky, USA, and owned by Atlanta-based FLEETCOR Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FLT). For more information, visit: www.storedvalue.com.
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JERSEY CITY, N.J., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Veris Residential, Inc. (NYSE: VRE) (the "Company") today reported results for the second quarter 2022.
SECOND QUARTER 2022 HIGHLIGHTS
- Net income of $0.25 per share
- Core Funds from Operations ("Core FFO") per share of $0.15
- The 6,691-unit operating multifamily portfolio and Same Store 5,825-unit operating multifamily portfolio were 97.1% and 96.8% occupied, respectively, as of June 30, 2022
- Same Store Net Operating Income ("NOI") for the operating multifamily portfolio increased year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter by 28.0% and 8.2%, respectively, reflecting higher occupancy, lower concessions and increasing market rents
- Second quarter 2022 multifamily Blended Net Rental Growth Rate of 21%
- Strong leasing momentum continues at Haus25, a 750-unit property located in Jersey City, NJ, which was 66% leased as of July 31, 2022 with 494 leases signed since leasing commenced on April 6, 2022
- Completed acquisition of The James, a Class-A 240-unit property located in Park Ridge, NJ for $129.6 million subsequent to quarter end
- The Hyatt Hotel and 23 Main Street, the Company's last suburban office property, are under binding contracts for a total sales price of $132.25 million, which dispositions are expected to generate $19.6 million of net proceeds to the Company
- Refinanced the construction loan for RiverHouse 9 in Port Imperial with a five-year $110 million floating-rate loan at an interest margin of 1.21% over SOFR and a two-year cap at a strike rate of 3.0%
- 76% of total debt is fixed and/or hedged with a weighted average maturity of five years
- Released 2021 ESG report, including commitment to 50% emissions reduction as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and achieved independent sector leading ESG rankings
Mahbod Nia, Chief Executive Officer, commented: "Our multifamily portfolio posted another quarter of sector-leading same store rental and NOI growth, reflecting the significant steps we have taken over the past 18 months to reposition the portfolio and enhance our operational platform. We also saw continued leasing velocity at Haus25, which is now 66% leased and almost 50% occupied.
We continued to make progress in our strategic transformation with the acquisition of The James now complete and binding agreements in place to dispose of two additional non-core assets. The multifamily portfolio now constitutes 83% of the Company's NOI on a pro forma basis, up from 39% as of the end of the first quarter of 2021, and approximately 1,900 multifamily units have been added to our portfolio, representing growth of over 30% during this time."
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Net income (loss) available to common shareholders for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 was $26.4 million, or $0.25 per share, compared to $(72.1) million, or $(0.81) per share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
FFO for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 was $63.8 million, or $0.64 per share, compared to $(47.5) million, or $(0.48) per share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
For the second quarter 2022, Core FFO was $15.3 million, or $0.15 per share, compared to $15.3 million, or $0.15 per share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
For more information and a reconciliation of FFO, Core FFO, Adjusted EBITDA and NOI to net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders, please refer to the following pages and the Company's Supplemental Operating and Financial Data package for the second quarter 2022. Please note that all presented per share amounts are on a diluted basis.
MULTIFAMILY PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS
The Company's 6,691-unit operating multifamily portfolio and Same Store 5,825-unit operating multifamily portfolio were 97.1%and 96.8% occupied, respectively, as of June 30, 2022.
Same Store NOI for the operating multifamily portfolio increased year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter by 28.0% and 8.2%, respectively, reflecting higher occupancy, lower concessions and increasing market rents. The three lease-up properties that stabilized in the fourth quarter 2021, the Upton in Short Hills, NJ, Capstone in West New York, NJ, and RiverHouse 9 in Weehawken, NJ, contributed $3.9 million to NOI for the second quarter 2022, an increase of 4.1% compared to the first quarter 2022.
Second quarter 2022 multifamily Blended Net Rental Growth Rate was 21%.
The Company also received its share of proceeds from the sale of its Urby tax credit during the quarter, which totaled $2.6 million and was included in Core FFO consistent with previous years.
Multifamily Development
Haus25, a 750-unit property located at 25 Christopher Columbus in Jersey City, NJ was 66% leased as of July 31, 2022. The property has signed 494 leases since commencing leasing on April 6, 2022.
OFFICE PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS
As of June 30, 2022, the Company's consolidated office portfolio, comprised of 4.3 million rentable square feet across six operational properties, was 73.0% leased, while the Waterfront office portfolio was 70.6% leased.
The Company leased 24,200 square feet in the second quarter 2022.
TRANSACTION ACTIVITY
Non-Strategic Asset Dispositions
In the second quarter 2022, the Company signed binding contracts to dispose of the Hyatt Hotel in Jersey City, NJ and 23 Main Street in Holmdel, NJ, the Company's last remaining suburban office property, for a total sales price of $132.25 million. These dispositions are expected to generate $19.6 million in net proceeds to the Company.
Land Dispositions
In the second quarter 2022, the Company completed the sale of two land parcels, one in Weehawken, NJ and one in Jersey City, NJ for a total sales price of $100 million.
Two land parcels located in Hudson County, NJ remain under binding contract for a total sales price of $25.5 million.
Acquisitions
On July 21, 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of The James, a Class-A 240-unit property located in Park Ridge, NJ for a purchase price of $129.6 million. The James was 96.7% occupied as of July 18, 2022.
BALANCE SHEET/CAPITAL MARKETS
As of June 30, 2022, the Company had a debt-to-undepreciated assets ratio of 45.2%. Total liquidity was $203 million, comprised of $29 million of unrestricted cash and $174 million of availability under the revolving credit facility. The drawn balance under the revolving credit facility was $76 million.
On June 21, 2022, the Company refinanced the $90 million construction loan for RiverHouse 9 in Port Imperial with a five-year $110 million floating-rate loan at an interest margin of 1.21% over SOFR, simultaneously purchasing a two-year SOFR cap at a strike rate of 3.0%.
76% of the Company's total debt portfolio (consolidated and unconsolidated) is hedged or fixed at a weighted average interest rate of 3.69% with a weighted average maturity of five years.
ESG
During the quarter, the Company released its 2021 ESG report detailing the progress it has made in becoming a more responsible, sustainable, and inclusive owner, operator, and developer, while continuing its pursuit of long-term value creation for shareholders. The Company is on track to meet its target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 (compared to 2019), a goal which was validated by the SBTi.
As of June 6 2022, Veris Residential has earned a QualityScore rating of "1" for both Environmental and Social disclosures, up from 9 and 8, respectively, since October 2020, from Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS). The ISS QualityScore is designed to help investors monitor the ESG risks in their portfolio companies. Scores are provided on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest risk rating.
Also, as of July 2022, the Company saw a 26% year-over-year increase in its Arabesque S-Ray score, included in Glass Lewis' Proxy Paper research reports, placing the Company above the 90th percentile in the Finance sector.
CONFERENCE CALL/SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
An earnings conference call with management is scheduled for August 4, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, and will be broadcast live via the Internet at: http://investors.verisresidential.com/corporate-overview.
The live conference call is also accessible by dialing (844) 825-9789 (domestic) or (412) 317-5180 (international) and requesting the Veris Residential second quarter 2022 earnings conference call.
The conference call will be rebroadcast on Veris Residential, Inc.'s website at http://investors.verisresidential.com/corporate-overview beginning at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time on August 4, 2022.
A replay of the call will also be accessible August 4, 2022 through September 4, 2022 by calling (844) 512-2921 (domestic) or (412) 317-6671 (international) and using the passcode, 10168446.
Copies of Veris Residential, Inc.'s second quarter 2022 Form 10-Q and second quarter Supplemental Operating and Financial Data are available on Veris Residential, Inc.'s website, as follows:
Second Quarter 2022 Form 10-Q:
http://investors.verisresidential.com/sec-filings
Second Quarter 2022 Supplemental Operating and Financial Data:
http://investors.verisresidential.com/quarterly-supplementals
In addition, once filed, these items will be available upon request from:
Veris Residential, Inc. Investor Relations Department
Harborside 3, 210 Hudson St., Ste. 400, Jersey City, New Jersey 07311
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
Included in this press release are Funds from Operations, or FFO, Core Funds from Operations, or Core FFO, net operating income, or NOI and Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization, or Adjusted EBITDA, each a "non-GAAP financial measure", measuring Veris Residential, Inc.'s historical or future financial performance that is different from measures calculated and presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("U.S. GAAP"), within the meaning of the applicable Securities and Exchange Commission rules. Veris Residential, Inc. believes these metrics can be a useful measure of its performance which is further defined below.
For reconciliation of FFO and Core FFO to Net Income (Loss), please refer to the following pages. For reconciliation of NOI, and Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income (Loss), please refer to the Company's disclosure in the Quarterly Financial and Operating Data package for the second quarter 2022.
FFO
FFO is defined as net income (loss) before noncontrolling interests in Operating Partnership, computed in accordance with U.S. GAAP, excluding gains or losses from depreciable rental property transactions (including both acquisitions and dispositions), and impairments related to depreciable rental property, plus real estate-related depreciation and amortization. The Company believes that FFO per share is helpful to investors as one of several measures of the performance of an equity REIT. The Company further believes that as FFO per share excludes the effect of depreciation, gains (or losses) from property transactions and impairments related to depreciable rental property (all of which are based on historical costs which may be of limited relevance in evaluating current performance), FFO per share can facilitate comparison of operating performance between equity REITs.
FFO per share should not be considered as an alternative to net income available to common shareholders per share as an indication of the Company's performance or to cash flows as a measure of liquidity. FFO per share presented herein is not necessarily comparable to FFO per share presented by other real estate companies due to the fact that not all real estate companies use the same definition. However, the Company's FFO per share is comparable to the FFO per share of real estate companies that use the current definition of the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("Nareit"). A reconciliation of net income per share to FFO per share is included in the financial tables accompanying this press release.
Core FFO
Core FFO is defined as FFO, as adjusted for certain items to facilitate comparative measurement of the Company's performance over time. Core FFO is presented solely as supplemental disclosure that the Company's management believes provides useful information to investors and analysts of its results, after adjusting for certain items to facilitate comparability of its performance from period to period. Core FFO is a non-GAAP financial measure that is not intended to represent cash flow and is not indicative of cash flows provided by operating activities as determined in accordance with GAAP. As there is not a generally accepted definition established for Core FFO, the Company's measures of Core FFO may not be comparable to the Core FFO reported by other REITs. A reconciliation of net income per share to Core FFO in dollars and per share is included in the financial tables accompanying this press release.
NOI and Same Store NOI
NOI represents total revenues less total operating expenses, as reconciled to net income above. The Company considers NOI to be a meaningful non-GAAP financial measure for making decisions and assessing unlevered performance of its property types and markets, as it relates to total return on assets, as opposed to levered return on equity. As properties are considered for sale and acquisition based on NOI estimates and projections, the Company utilizes this measure to make investment decisions, as well as compare the performance of its assets to those of its peers. NOI should not be considered a substitute for net income, and the Company's use of NOI may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies. The Company calculates NOI before any allocations to noncontrolling interests, as those interests do not affect the overall performance of the individual assets being measured and assessed.
Same Store NOI is presented for the same store portfolio, which comprises all properties that were owned by the Company throughout both of the reporting periods.
Blended Net Rental Growth Rate
Weighted average of the net effective change in rent (inclusive of concessions) for a lease with a new resident or for a renewed lease compared to the rent for the prior lease of the identical apartment unit.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Veris Residential, Inc. is a forward-thinking, environmentally- and socially-conscious real estate investment trust (REIT) that primarily owns, operates, acquires, and develops holistically-inspired, Class A multifamily properties that meet the sustainability-conscious lifestyle needs of today's residents while seeking to positively impact the communities it serves and the planet at large. The company is guided by an experienced management team and Board of Directors and is underpinned by leading corporate governance principles, a best-in-class and sustainable approach to operations, and an inclusive culture based on equality and meritocratic empowerment.
For additional information on Veris Residential, Inc. and our properties available for lease, please visit http://www.verisresidential.com/.
The information in this press release must be read in conjunction with, and is modified in its entirety by, the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (the "10-Q") filed by the Company for the same period with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and all of the Company's other public filings with the SEC (the "Public Filings"). In particular, the financial information contained herein is subject to and qualified by reference to the financial statements contained in the 10-Q, the footnotes thereto and the limitations set forth therein. Investors may not rely on the press release without reference to the 10-Q and the Public Filings.
We consider portions of this information, including the documents incorporated by reference, to be forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in Section 21E of such act. Such forward-looking statements relate to, without limitation, our future economic performance, plans and objectives for future operations and projections of revenue and other financial items. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "will," "plan," "potential," "projected," "should," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "target," "continue" or comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties, many of which we cannot predict with accuracy and some of which we might not even anticipate. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions at the time made, we can give no assurance that such expectations will be achieved. Future events and actual results, financial and otherwise, may differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements and are advised to consider the factors listed above together with the additional factors under the heading "Disclosure Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" and "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K, as may be supplemented or amended by the Company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which are incorporated herein by reference. The Company assumes no obligation to update or supplement forward-looking statements that become untrue because of subsequent events, new information or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.
In addition, the extent to which the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic impacts us and our tenants and residents will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted with confidence, including the scope, severity and duration of the pandemic, the actions taken to contain the pandemic or mitigate its impact, and the direct and indirect economic effects of the pandemic and containment measures, among others.
Investors
Anna Malhari
Chief Operating Officer
investors@verisresidential.com
Media
Amanda Shpiner/Grace Cartwright
Gasthalter & Co.
212-257-4170
veris-residential@gasthalter.com
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SEATTLE, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Four years ago, conference attendees in Chicago could revisit and discuss Filipino-American history. Now, the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) is determined to restart its 2022 national conference by combining in-person and virtual offerings – Aug. 11-13 at Seattle University, 901 12th Avenue.
The 19th biennial national conference and general membership meeting in Seattle is the marquee event of FANHS, a historical society with 41 chapters in the U.S. "It's truly an intergenerational conference," said Emily P. Lawsin, historic preservation specialist at 4Culture, a sponsor of many FANHS projects in Seattle. "Intergenerational meaning from first-generation immigrants to third-, fourth-, fifth-generation Filipino Americans whose families have been here for 100 years or more."
"FANHS 40: Past, Present, Future" is the conference theme. This year, FANHS celebrates its 40th anniversary.
"I think it's really important to know your history and where you come from so you know where you're going," Lawsin said. "Mel Orpilla, who is FANHS' president emeritus, coined the saying 'No history, no self. Know history, know self.'"
About 320 people are expected to attend the hybrid conference – both online by using the Whova app and in-person.
Highlights of the conference also include an appearance by retired Army Major General Antonio Taguba and a reading by award-winning novelist Peter Bacho, author of "Uncle Rico's Encore: Mostly True Stories of Filipino Seattle." The Opening Plenary speaker is Dr. Rosie Rimando-Chareunsap, and the Banquet
Keynote Speaker is writer Jen Soriano.
For more information about the 2022 FANHS Conference, visit fanhs-seattle.org/conference/.
The Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) is a volunteer-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its mission is "to promote understanding, education, enlightenment, appreciation and enrichment through the identification, gathering, preservation and dissemination of the history and culture of Filipino Americans in the United States." For more information on FANHS, visit fanhs-national.org/filam/.
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Protesters in Sri Lanka have burned down homes belonging to 38 politicians as the crisis-hit country plunged further into chaos, with the government ordering troops to "shoot on sight".
Police in the island nation said Tuesday in addition to the destroyed homes, 75 have been damaged, as angry Sri Lankans continue to defy a nation-wide curfew to protest against what they say is the government's mishandling of the country's worst economic crisis since 1948.
The Ministry of Defense on Tuesday ordered troops to shoot anyone found damaging state property or assaulting officials, after violence left at least eight people dead since Monday, although it is unclear if all of the deaths were directly related to the protests. More than 200 people have been injured in the violence.
The nation of 22 million is grappling with a devastating economic crisis, with prices of everyday goods soaring and there have been widespread electricity shortages for weeks. Since March, thousands of anti-government protesters have taken to the streets, demanding the government to resign.
The military had to rescue the country's outgoing Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa in a pre-dawn operation on Tuesday, hours after he resigned following clashes between pro and anti-government protesters. The military were called after protesters twice tried to breach the prime minister's 'Temple Trees' private residence compound overnight, a senior security source told CNN.
His resignation came after live television footage on Monday showed government supporters, armed with sticks, beating protesters at several locations across the capital, and tearing down and burning their tents. Dozens of homes were torched across the country amid the violence, according to witnesses CNN spoke to.
Armed troops were deployed to disperse the protesters, according to CNN's team on the ground, while video footage showed police firing tear gas and water cannons.
A nationwide curfew has been imposed until Thursday.
However, it remains unclear if the curfew and the prime minister's resignation will be enough to keep a lid on the increasingly volatile situation in the country.
Many protesters say their ultimate aim is to force President Gotabaya Rajapaksa -- the prime minister's brother -- to step down, something he has so far shown no sign of doing.
The President on Tuesday urged citizens to "remain calm and stop the violence and acts of revenge against citizens, irrespective of political affiliations."
"All efforts will be made to restore political stability through consensus, within the constitutional mandate and to resolve economic crisis," the President tweeted.
In a statement Tuesday, the European Union and its 27 Member States condemned the "recent vicious attack against peaceful protesters" and called on authorities to investigate.
"The EU deplores the loss of life, including of a Member of Parliament, and the high number of injured people," the statement said. "The EU recalls the importance to safeguard the democratic rights of all citizens, and to focus on solutions that will address the significant challenges currently faced by the Sri Lankans."
Sri Lanka's neighbor, India, has also weighed in.
"As a close neighbor of Sri Lanka, with historical ties, India is fully supportive of its democracy, stability and economic recovery," a spokesperson from the Ministry of External Affairs said Tuesday.
"In keeping with our Neighborhood First policy, India has extended this year alone support worth over $3.5 billion to the people of Sri Lanka for helping them overcome their current difficulties. India will always be guided by the best interests of the people of Sri Lanka expressed through democratic processes."
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Korbyt Provides Increased Power and Flexibility to Sony's Professional Display Solutions
DALLAS, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Korbyt, the leading workplace experience platform, has aligned with Sony Electronics as a flagship member of its AV Alliance Partner Network. Sony's AV Alliance Partner Network is powered by strategic alliances across the industry, offering compatible software and hardware solutions that bring additional value, creative freedom and enhanced compatibility to their lineup of professional displays. This growing partner ecosystem, which launched last year, includes many of the leading solutions providers focused on digital signage, conference collaboration and mounting.
Korbyt's digital signage software is the industry's most intelligent, feature-rich platform used by half of the Fortune 100 companies to create and publish mission critical communications and data to employees, customers, students, and patients to enhance workforce and customer engagement, enable efficient collaboration, and increase productivity. The Korbyt Anywhere platform supports the largest ecosystem of media players and System on a Chip (SoC) devices in the AV industry. Korbyt's impressive customer roster spans industries including financial services, manufacturing, and healthcare, and supports many use cases such as corporate and operational communications, data visualization for contact centers, and in-branch customer experiences for banks with retail locations.
"Korbyt's digital signage software paired with Sony's BRAVIA professional display solutions creates the ultimate screen experience," stated Ankur Ahlowalia chief executive officer of Korbyt. "This partnership accelerates the SoC offering for the enterprise by leveraging the reliability and full capabilities of the Korbyt Anywhere platform, delivered through Sony's Android-based SoC, eliminating the need for additional media player hardware. Plus, Sony's image quality is second to none. It's a great fit for our resellers, end-customers, and the audiences that engage with the screen experience."
"Sony is excited to add Korbyt as a charter member of our new Alliance Partner program" said Rich Ventura, Vice President of B2B, Sony Electronics' Imaging Products and Solutions Professional Division, North America. "The power of the Korbyt Anywhere software in combination with Sony's BRAVIA professional displays allow us to seamlessly meet the rapidly growing digital signage market needs and dependably provide critical communications and data-driven solutions to employees, customers, or visitors across a wide array of use cases and environments, which we can now offer to customers as an SoC-based solution on our Android-based displays."
With a focus on interactivity, certification and compatibility, Sony's AV Alliance Partner Network supports businesses across the AV spectrum, integrating with software and hardware solutions that address digital signage, IPTV, device management, computer vision and AI, AV control systems and unified communications. For more information on Sony's program and to see a full list of supported, compatible and Alliance Partners, please visit https://pro.sony/alliances. To learn more about Korbyt please visit https://www.korbyt.com.
Korbyt Anywhere is the workplace experience platform that makes it easy to reach and engage your audience to deliver personalized, secure information to any enterprise communication channel or device. Nearly half of the Fortune 100 companies use Korbyt's easy-to-use content management system to create any type of digital content or data-driven experience and publish to Korbyt's omnichannel suite of products — digital signage, desktop and mobile devices, or email inboxes. Get started at Korbyt.com.
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WASHINGTON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Family Research Council (FRC) today is launching a brand-new digital media outlet named The Washington Stand. Like FRC, The Washington Stand is based in Washington, D.C. and is published by FRC, whose mission is to advance faith, family, and freedom in public policy and the culture from a biblical worldview. The platform will feature multiple types of content, including original reporting, news analysis, political and biblical commentary, videos, podcasts among others. The FRC-branded outlet was created to address a void in the lack of a digital news outlet to help inform Christians from a biblical worldview.
The Washington Stand will complement Washington Watch with Tony Perkins, a national daily one-hour TV and radio broadcast program that Family Research Council President Tony Perkins has hosted for the last nine years.
On the launch of The Washington Stand, Family Research Council President Tony Perkins commented:
"The institutional bias of the 'legacy media' has spawned a revolution in news not seen since the advent of cable news. As the anti-Christian, anti-moral bias of the media has reached a fevered pitch, more and more Christians are seeking out news content that is aligned with their biblical worldview rather than attacking it. They are looking for news and information that they can trust and that will enable them to better understand the times in which we live. The Washington Stand is not just something FRC wants to do, this something we have to do because America has found itself at a time when legacy media can no longer be relied upon. And social media is silencing conservative viewpoints, while at the same time claiming to be the town hall of this generation. Biblically-informed Christians need news sources they can trust, and the Washington Stand seeks to meet that need.
"God is our basis for the truth but unfortunately too many Christians have not been trained to go back to the Scripture and dig into the foundation. As a result, they go silent in the face of a world and news media that has intentionally sought to marginalize their views. The Washington Stand is a means to embolden Christians who are motivated to engage and serve the broader culture because of their Christian faith. The Washington Stand is a means to embolden Christians to boldly speak the truth and engage our culture to transform it for God's glory whether it be in their workplaces, public office or anywhere else," concluded Perkins.
The Washington Stand Editor-in-Chief Jared Bridges also commented:
"Our objective with The Washington Stand is to equip followers of Jesus with truth and wisdom so that they can rest assured that they have the truth from a source they can trust."
Visit The Washington Stand at: WashingtonStand.com
Follow the Washington Stand on Twitter @WSHStand and Facebook.
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DUBLIN, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alkermes plc (Nasdaq: ALKS) will host a conference call and webcast presentation at 8:00 a.m. ET (1:00 p.m. BST) on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 to discuss the company's second quarter financial results. Management will also provide an update on the company.
The webcast player and accompanying slides may be accessed on the Investors section of Alkermes' website at www.alkermes.com. The conference call may be accessed by dialing +1 877 407 2988 for U.S. callers and +1 201 389 0923 for international callers. A replay of the webcast will be available approximately two hours after the completion of the event and may be accessed by visiting Alkermes' website.
About Alkermes plc
Alkermes plc is a fully-integrated, global biopharmaceutical company developing innovative medicines in the fields of neuroscience and oncology. The company has a portfolio of proprietary commercial products focused on alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder, and a pipeline of product candidates in development for neurodegenerative disorders and cancer. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Alkermes has an R&D center in Waltham, Massachusetts; a research and manufacturing facility in Athlone, Ireland; and a manufacturing facility in Wilmington, Ohio. For more information, please visit Alkermes' website at www.alkermes.com.
Alkermes Contact:
Alex Braun
Investor Relations
+1 781 296 8493
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TORONTO, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SoftwareReviews, a leading source for insights on the software provider landscape, has published its 2022 SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) Data Quadrant, naming four providers as Gold Medalists.
More and more users have moved outside the IT-controlled office networks to work remotely, and businesses are embracing digital transformation more rapidly than ever. Many business applications that are used daily have moved to the cloud, and almost all services are now available online. This shift to Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) has distributed the traditional WAN design, built initially to interconnect offices.
SD-WAN consolidates traditional WAN technology such as routing, firewalls, intrusion detection, load balancing, and link-bonding, all of which were previously separate hardware devices, into a single software solution. This makes it easier for network administrators to selectively activate and implement these features as needed, whether on a device in a branch office or the service provider's network.
On SoftwareReviews, software providers are ranked by end users and receive a composite satisfaction score, called a Composite Score (CS). This score averages four different areas of evaluation: Net Emotional Footprint, Vendor Capabilities, Product Features, and Likeliness to Recommend.
The 2022 SD-WAN Gold Medalists are as follows:
- Fortinet, 8.9 CS, ranked high for providing exceptional SD-WAN security.
- Nuage Networks, 8.9 CS, ranked high for providing excellent customer support.
- Adaptiv Networks, 8.8 CS, ranked high for having great connectivity resiliency.
- Cradlepoint, 8.7 CS, ranked high for providing real-time performance optimization across internet links.
SoftwareReviews' comprehensive software reviews provide the most accurate and detailed view of a complicated and ever-changing market. The data comes from real users who use the software day in and day out and IT professionals who have worked with it intimately through procurement, implementation, and maintenance.
To compare and evaluate SD-WAN providers using the most in-depth and unbiased analyst reports available, visit SoftwareReviews' dedicated SD-WAN category page.
For more information about SoftwareReviews, the Data Quadrant, or Emotional Footprint, or to access resources to support the software selection process, visit softwarereviews.com and connect via LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.
SoftwareReviews is the most in-depth source of buyer data and insights for the enterprise software market. By collecting customer experience data from business and IT professionals, the SoftwareReviews methodology produces detailed and authentic insights into the experience of evaluating and purchasing enterprise software.
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SÃO PAULO, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Telefônica Brasil - (B3: VIVT3; NYSE: VIV), announces its results for 2Q22.
Acceleration of the customer base evolution leads to double-digit revenue growth
Net Operating Revenue grew 11.1% YoY (or +7.6% YoY when excluding the effect of the Oi Mobile acquisition) led by Mobile Service Revenue which increased 15.1% on a yearly comparison (or +9.4% YoY when excluding the effect of
the Oi Mobile acquisition). Revenue increase was driven by the accelerated expansion of the customer base growth, which now has 114 million total accesses, due to the incorporation of Oi Mobile and solid organic growth in the quarter. Handset revenue had a robust increase of 26.4% YoY, given the larger portfolio of smartphones and accessories at Vivo's stores.
We added 4,671 thousand postpaid accesses with the acquisition of Oi Mobile. However, our organic growth also presented solid additions of 1,361 thousand new accesses this quarter. Core services subscribers account now for 93.1% of all accesses, a 2.9 p.p. YoY increase.
Vivo reached 5.0 million (+24.8% YoY) homes connected with FTTH. Currently, Vivo's FTTH coverage is available in 354 cities (+13 cities in 2Q22), with 21.0 million homes passed.
Core fixed revenue (+10.8% YoY), now corresponds to 73.3% (+6.0 p.p.) of our Net Fixed Revenue (+1.7% YoY). This growth relates to a 23.7% YoY increase in FTTH Revenue, as we continue to expand our network and connect customers throughout Brazil. Core business revenue now represents 91.6% (+2.9 p.p.) of total revenues.
Recurring Total Costs grew 12.9% YoY, slightly above inflation (IPCA-12M), which increased 11.9%.
Recurring EBITDA totaled R$4,578 million (+8.3% YoY) in 2Q22, with a Recurring EBITDA margin of 38.7%.
Free Cash Flow after Leases reached R$ 2.2 billion this quarter (+15.5% YoY).
TELEFÔNICA BRASIL – Investor Relations
Christian Gebara
David Melcon
João Pedro Carneiro
Gabriel Figueiredo Menezes
ir.br@telefonica.com
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BBB: How to spot and avoid identity theft
Scams are designed to either steal your money or steal your identity to steal your money later.
Scammers have all kinds of techniques to collect personally identifiable information. Once they have it, they can effectively become you, using your identity to open accounts, file taxes, or obtain medical coverage.
How identity theft scams work
With enough personal information, a scammer can pretend to be you and commit a wide range of crimes. They can make false applications for loans and credit cards, withdraw money from your bank account, or obtain services in your name. They can also sell your information to others on the internet.
Identity theft may take a long time to detect. Scammers typically ensure that bills and statements for new accounts are not sent to your address. You may not notice what is happening until the scammer has already inflicted substantial damage on your assets, credit, and reputation.
If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, it is essential to act quickly. Visit identitytheft.gov for information on how to stop and recover from identity theft.
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How to spot this type of scam
Look for unexplained withdrawals, charges, and accounts. Review your bank account and credit card statements regularly. Know when your bills are due; one tip-off for identity theft is when you stop receiving certain bills. This can happen because scammers have changed the address associated with your bank account or credit card.
If bills don’t arrive on time, follow up with your creditors. Debt collectors may call you about debts that aren’t yours.
Check your credit reports regularly for unauthorized inquiries and accounts. You have the right to check your credit report with each of the three major credit bureaus once per year at AnnualCreditReport.com.
This is the only free crediting reporting service authorized by the Federal Trade Commission. Space these checks out across the year, and you will know quickly if something is wrong.
Protect yourself against this scam
Be careful with your personal information. Make sure you shred documents containing your bank account information, Social Security, or other personal information. These include credit card applications, insurance forms, financial statements, health forms and billing statements from utilities and phone service.
Cut up expired credit and debit cards and make sure to cut through the numbers before you dispose of them.
Secure personal documents at home. If you have roommates, employ outside help, or have contractors in your home, make certain personal documents are in a safe place – preferably under lock and key – and not out in plain sight. Minimize personal information on checks.
Be alert to phishing attempts. Scammers are sophisticated; their phishing attempts may come via email, text, social media messages, or even phone calls.
Be suspicious of any unsolicited communication asking you for personal information. Whether it's a supposed tech support call, an offer for a free cruise, or a charity plea, they may really be after your personal information.
For more information
If you’ve been the victim of a scam, report it at BBB.org/ScamTracker.
Even if you don’t fall victim to the scam, the information allows us to protect the public from scammers.
For BBB information
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OMAHA, Neb., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carson Group successfully transitioned Diamond Wealth Advisors to its growing network of partners. The Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based financial planning and wealth management firm was the most recent to join Carson Partners, a nationwide network of 130 growth-minded firms across the U.S. founded in 2012 by Ron Carson.
"As a partner firm, Jim and his team now have access to fully integrated technology, investments and advanced financial planning solutions that will allow them to deliver a superior client experience," said Gregg Johnson, national sales director for Carson Group. "Paired with the support of Carson's entire team of M&A experts, they also have the support they need to grow their business."
Diamond Wealth Advisors, which has more than $200 million in assets under management, remains independently owned by the firm's CEO, founder and wealth advisor, Jim DeGaetano, CFP®, CPA.
DeGaetano is already expanding the firm's reach and services through the support provided by Carson Partners.
"Since coming on board, we've been able to fully plug into Carson's entire ecosystem of technology, investments, marketing and M&A support and have seen an immediate impact in our business," said DeGaetano. "We know that this partnership will have a tremendous effect on our firm's future growth and the individuals and businesses we serve."
Carson Group is one of America's fastest-growing companies. It currently manages $20 billion in assets and collectively serves more than 42,000 client families across the United States, with 130 partner firms in its ecosystem. For more information visit www.carsongroup.com.
Carson Group serves financial advisors and investors through its businesses, including Carson Wealth, Carson Coaching and Carson Partners. The family of companies offers coaching and partnership services to advisor firms and straightforward financial advice to the investing public. All three organizations are headquartered in Omaha, Neb., and share a common mission to be the most trusted for financial advice. For more information, visit www.carsongroup.com.
Carson Partners offers investment advisory service through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors. Carson Coaching and CWM, LLC are separate but affiliated companies and wholly-owned subsidiaries of Carson Holdings, LLC. Carson Coaching does not provide advisory services.
Press Contact:
Megan Belt
531.231.2539
meganbelt@carsongroup.com
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CHICAGO, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) today announced it has been named an honoree of The Civic 50, which recognizes the 50 most community-minded companies in the nation. An initiative by Points of Light, the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change, The Civic 50 provides a national standard for corporate citizenship and showcases how companies can use their time, skills, and resources to drive social impact in their communities and company.
"We are honored to once again be recognized as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S. by Points of Light," said Sean Connolly, president and chief executive officer, Conagra Brands. "Our employees' commitment to doing the right thing and uplifting their communities demonstrates the very best of Conagra."
"Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities," said Natalye Paquin, president and CEO, Points of Light. "Our most recent global research shows 86 percent of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue. Companies like Conagra are leading the way and setting an example of how you can leverage your employee talent, business models and assets to create deep impact that drives transformational change."
Conagra is deeply motivated to advance its culture of belonging and gives back to help address food insecurity. Below are just a few of the many Conagra initiatives in fiscal year 21 which aimed to accelerate change within communities across the United States:
- Nourish our Communities Grants: For more than 25 years, Conagra has encouraged employees to nominate effective nonprofits for grants which are then reviewed by an all-employee panel. The program awarded 22 grants totaling $350,000 to nonprofits to help create positive social impact in the communities where Conagra employees live and work.
- Supporting Social Justice: In an effort to create community connections, as well as strengthen and sustain relationships with individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, Conagra partners with community and social justice organizations, funds scholarships, invests in diverse suppliers and builds awareness among employees. To support Black and Brown students, Conagra has formed partnerships with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund to help ensure students receive equitable access to quality higher education opportunities by providing scholarships and other services that prepare them for their future careers.
- Shine the Light on Hunger campaign: Based in Omaha, Conagra leads an annual community-wide call-to-action to raise food, funds and awareness of the issue of hunger. Conagra employees and community members rallied together to raise the equivalent of more than six million meals.
- Month of Service: Each year, thousands of employee volunteers connect with nonprofit organizations through projects that benefit their communities. Nearly 1,500 employees volunteered over 3,700 hours of their time across 121 community service projects at nonprofits located in 14 states, Canada and Mexico.
- Product Donations: Conagra donated more than 22.8 million pounds of food to Feeding America and its network of food banks located throughout the United States, which is the equivalent of 19 million meals.
- United for Change: Conagra conducts an annual employee fundraising campaign called United For Change, supporting United Way and their member agencies, American Civil Liberties Union Foundation and Human Rights Watch. The campaign is designed to increase employees' understanding of the root causes of poverty while also prioritizing issues of racial and social justice. More than 2,400 employees from 38 facility and office locations across the United States, Mexico and Canada raised more than $524,000 to help these organizations provide essential community programs that support financial stability, alleviate root causes of poverty, protect human rights and advance civil liberties for our neighbors.
To learn more about Conagra Brands' corporate social responsibility initiatives, please see the company's Citizenship Report.
To view the full report and see the full list of The Civic 50 2022 honorees, visit www.pointsoflight.org/the-civic-50.
Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), headquartered in Chicago, is one of North America's leading branded food companies. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Conagra Brands combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus on innovation. The company's portfolio is evolving to satisfy people's changing food preferences. Conagra's iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Duncan Hines®, Healthy Choice®, Marie Callender's®, Reddi-wip®, and Slim Jim®, as well as emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®, offer choices for every occasion. For more information, visit www.ConagraBrands.com.
Points of Light is a nonpartisan, global nonprofit organization that inspires, equips and mobilizes millions of people to take action that changes the world. We envision a world in which every individual discovers the power to make a difference, creating healthy communities in vibrant, participatory societies. Through 177 affiliates across 38 countries, and in partnership with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 5 million volunteers in 16 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it's needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
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Discussion to Include Second Quarter YoY Revenue Increase of 890% and Recently Announced School Security Solutions Master Distributorship
PHOENIX, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SinglePoint, Inc. (OTCQB:SING), a solar energy and sustainable solutions provider, is pleased that Wil Ralston, CEO of SinglePoint Inc, is set to present at the Emerging Growth Conference TODAY, August 31, 2022, at 12:45p EST, to discuss the tremendous growth of the Company, including:
Sign up to watch CEO Wil Ralston present the following:
- Recently filed Second Quarter financial results reporting an 890% increase in revenue vs. Second Quarter, 2021.
- The impact of the recent expansion of tax credits on the Company's business plan.
- Phase one completed in Acquisition of Frontline Power Solutions and launching a new division to support continued subsidiary growth.
- Recently Announced Exclusive Distributorship for Ballistic Barrier Products for "hardening of schools."
- SinglePoint's commitment to a better way of life is built on renewable energy and green living solutions.
Complimentary conference registration for investors can be found: here. If attendees cannot join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available on EmergingGrowth.com. Registered attendees will also receive a link to the replay after the event.
The Emerging Growth conference is an effective way for public companies to present and communicate their new products, services, and other major announcements to the investment community from the convenience of their office, in a time-efficient manner. The conference's focus and coverage include companies in a wide range of growth sectors, solid management teams, innovative products & services, focused strategy, execution, and the overall potential for long-term growth. All sessions will be conducted through video webcasts and will take place in the Eastern time zone.
SinglePoint is a sustainable lifestyle company in the solar energy and air purification markets. The Company aims to build the largest renewable energy solutions network and modernize the traditional solar energy and energy storage business model. The Company continues to execute its acquisition strategy and is exploring future growth opportunities in air purification, electric vehicle charging, solar as a subscription service, and additional energy efficiencies and appliances that enhance sustainability and healthier life. For more information, visit the Company's websites: www.singlepoint.com, www.bostonsolar.us, and www.boxpureair.com.
Certain statements in this news release may contain forward-looking information within Rule 175 under the Securities Act of 1933 and Rule 3b-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and are subject to the safe harbor created by those rules. All statements, besides statements of fact included in this release, including, without limitation, statements regarding revenue projections, financing opportunities, potential plans and objectives of the Company, anticipated growth, and future expansion, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements.
Technical and other complications, which may arise, could prevent the prompt implementation of any strategically significant plan(s) outlined above. The Company undertakes no duty to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release.
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MCKINNEY, Texas , May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Total Point Healthcare opens up their 2nd ER location this year in McKinney, following much success of their Lufkin location.
With more than 8 Emergency Centers planned for 2022, Total Point Healthcare is making their mark with State-of-the-Art facilities equipped to get you the best medical care needed.
Total Point Healthcare team is built from the leading experts in the industry and have designed their facilities to incorporate every detail for what a patient looks for. Total Point Healthcare's dedication is to the patient and to give them best medical attention in a much-needed community.
Facility Director for McKinney ER, Lenna Freiheit says, "Total Point ER is excited to announce our service to the McKinney community as an ESSENTIAL, first line of defense providing lifesaving services for people seeking emergency care. Here at Total Point ER, we offer reduced wait times and access to high quality lab and radiology services including CT scans, sonograms and X-rays because fast, quality care always increases a patient's outcomes for the better during an emergency. Our team looks forward to treating you and your loved ones with efficient, compassionate, and quality care worthy of our McKinney neighbors."
"There are several advantages to choosing Total Point Emergency Center in Lufkin as your emergency go-to. Total Point Emergency Center gives the community of Lufkin a choice in seeking emergency medical treatment in an area that serves many outlying communities that travel for emergency healthcare," said Sabrina Lillard, Facility Director for Lufkin. "At Total Point you will experience shorter wait times but longer one on one time with the physician and staff, as well as concierge service. Total Point provides experienced, board-certified physicians, and provides lab and radiology services you won't find at an urgent care center. When choosing Total Point Emergency Center, you get state of the art emergency care provided with that down home feel."
About Total Point Emergency Center:
Total Point Emergency Center is a community focused healthcare provider where we put your health and safety as the top priority. Whether it's your own medical emergency or your family, we serve you as an integral part of our community and make sure that we give our best in making you feel better.
www.TotalPointER.com
www.TotalPointCare.com
www.TotalPointHC.com
CONTACT: Shahmir Abbasi, shahmir.abbasi@totalpointcare.com
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FINDLAY, Ohio, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE: MPC) issued the following statement from John Surma, chairman of the board of directors, on the passing last weekend of its long-serving board member Steve Davis.
"We are so saddened by Steve's passing and the loss of such a vibrant voice on our board. On behalf of our entire Marathon organization, we offer our sincerest and deepest sympathies to the Davis family. We will miss Steve's valuable contributions to our business, his friendship and his uplifting spirit."
Mr. Davis served as a member of the Marathon Petroleum Corporation Board of Directors for nine years.
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure. More information is available at www.marathonpetroleum.com.
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HOUSTON, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Talos Energy Inc. (NYSE: TALO) ("Talos" or the "Company") today announced that Robin Fielder will participate in a one-on-one fireside chat with Jeff Robertson of Water Tower Research. The fireside chat will be broadcast live on July 13, 2022 at 10:00 AM Central Time and will focus on the Company's carbon capture and sequestration business, Talos Low Carbon Solutions. The session is expected to run for approximately 30-60 minutes and is open to all individuals who register.
Investors who are interested in listening may register through Water Tower Research using the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qOvuO9aSQESASBrEX0GT4Q.
ABOUT TALOS ENERGY
Talos Energy (NYSE: TALO) is a technically driven independent exploration and production company focused on safely and efficiently maximizing long-term value through its operations, currently in the United States and offshore Mexico, both upstream through oil and gas exploration and production and downstream through the development of future carbon capture and storage opportunities. As one of the Gulf of Mexico's largest public independent producers, we leverage decades of technical and offshore operational expertise towards the acquisition, exploration and development of assets in key geological trends that are present in many offshore basins around the world. With a focus on environmental stewardship, we are also utilizing our expertise to explore opportunities to reduce industrial emissions through our carbon capture and storage initiatives along the U.S. Gulf Coast and Gulf of Mexico. For more information, visit www.talosenergy.com.
TALOS ENERGY INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT
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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The acquisition of Ankyras is finalized and a large order in the quarter
- The order book increased to 108.9 (67.9) MSEK and compared to 87.1 MSEK at the end of 2021.
- We acquired all relevant assets relating to Ankyras from Galgo Medical in Spain on the 30th of June.
- A significant order of 1.93 MUSD for development and systems from a large medical device company in the US was received.
- Higher cost levels during the quarter affecting the result and continued long payment terms with customers affects our cash flow.
- We performed a direct issue of shares in the quarter adding 56.5 MSEK after deduction of transaction costs of 3.5 MSEK.
SECOND QUARTER (APRIL– JUNE 2022)
- Order intake amounted to 57,3 (40,1) MSEK.
- Order book by the end of the period was 108,9 (67,9) MSEK.
- Net sales amounted to 45,1 (46,4) MSEK.
- Earnings before depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) totaled -12,2 (0,5) MSEK.
- Net income for the period amounted to -17,6 (-5,4) MSEK.
- Earnings per share (EPS) was -0,71 (-0,22) SEK.
- Cash flow from operating activities totaled -18,3 (8,3) MSEK.
FIRST HALF YEAR (JANUARY – JUNE 2022)
- Order intake amounted to 111,7 (80,1) MSEK.
- Net sales amounted to 98,2 (78.7) MSEK.
- Earnings before depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) totaled -13,5 (-8,9) MSEK.
- Net income for the period amounted to -25,1 (-17,8) MSEK.
- Earnings per share (EPS) was -1,01 (-0,72) SEK.
- Cash flow from operating activities totaled -7.0 (-4,8) MSEK.
CEO Göran Malmberg comments:
"During the second quarter Mentice acquired the assets of Ankyras from Galgo Medical (Barcelona). Ankyras develops applications for precision medicine and will take Mentice into the operating room with a regulatory approved solutions assisting physicians in their aim to improve the outcome for patients. This acquisition is well in-line with our strategy to expand in our vertical for image guided interventional therapies."
Webcast presentation of the interim report
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Mentice (STO: MNTC) is the world leader in proficiency based simulation solutions for image guided interventional therapies. Our solutions help healthcare professionals acquire, retain, and enhance their procedural skills driving improved productivity and outcomes. Mentice solutions are scientifically validated and have been specifically developed for healthcare providers and the medical device industry. Neurovascular, cardiovascular, and peripheral interventions are just some of the clinical areas covered by our solutions. Learn more about the features and benefits of Mentice solutions at: www.mentice.com
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The occasional head-scratching over why movies get sent directly to streaming isn't an issue with "Secret Headquarters," a spin on superheroes that tilts a lot closer to Disney Channel territory than Marvel. The real surprise is that the film was ever earmarked for a theatrical release before cooler heads prevailed, prompting it to land, unspectacularly, on Paramount+.
The explanation for that initial distribution trajectory might be as simple as the fact that the film was produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, who has a long legacy of blockbusters. But everything else about the movie has a teen vibe and feels scaled toward a more modest venue and expectations.
The story easily boils down to a quick description that reflects the generic nature of the exercise: Teenage Charlie (Walker Scobell, recently featured in another so-so streaming sci-fi/comedy, "The Adam Project") is irritated by his absentee dad (Owen Wilson), who has split from his mom and never seems to be around.
When dad takes off for "work" while Charlie's visiting, the kid and a trio of his friends discover dad's secret lair, the haven for a superhero known as the Guard, who regularly saves the world using an Iron Man-like suit that consists of alien technology.
The quartet first revels in playing with their new and very high-tech toys, before their snooping alerts a villain (Michael Peña, deserving better) who is after the Guard's gadgetry to their location, setting off an extended skirmish over acquiring it. Almost all of that unfolds within the headquarters, giving the entire movie a claustrophobic feel, while the various teen crushes -- including Charlie's toward Maya ("The Baby-Sitter's Club's" Momona Tamada) -- play out along the way.
Directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman ("Project Power"), who share script credit with Christopher Yost and Josh Koenigsberg, "Secret Headquarters" possesses obvious parallels to Marvel's recent teen-superhero series "Ms. Marvel." That said, the concept borrows liberally from the genre, including elements of "Jumanji" (the remake, not the original) and "Shazam!"
Granted, nobody has a monopoly on the durable fantasy of kids getting to save the world, but that template has been used often enough to warrant trying to at least bend the mold, even in a PG-rated live-action package, if not necessarily reinvent it.
Some of the elements in "Secret Headquarters" are mildly pleasant, but the film seems too content to color completely within the lines. The resulting picture might be enough of a diversion for younger kids, but even they won't be missing much if what's in the movie stays secret.
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CANONSBURG, Pa., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CONSOL Energy Inc. (NYSE: CEIX) will issue its first quarter earnings release before the market opens on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. The release will be followed by a conference call hosted by members of the management team at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. A live webcast will be accessible on the 'Investor Relations' page of its website, www.consolenergy.com. An archive of the webcast will be available for at least 30 days after the event.
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CONSOL Energy Inc. (NYSE: CEIX) is a Canonsburg, Pennsylvania-based producer and exporter of high-Btu bituminous thermal coal and metallurgical coal. It owns and operates some of the most productive longwall mining operations in the Northern Appalachian Basin and is developing a new metallurgical coal mine (the Itmann project) in the Central Appalachian Basin. CONSOL's flagship operation is the Pennsylvania Mining Complex, which has the capacity to produce approximately 28.5 million tons of coal per year and is comprised of 3 large-scale underground mines: Bailey, Enlow Fork, and Harvey. The company also owns and operates the CONSOL Marine Terminal, which is located in the port of Baltimore and has a throughput capacity of approximately 15 million tons per year. In addition to the ~612 million reserve tons associated with the Pennsylvania Mining Complex and the ~21 million reserve tons associated with the Itmann project, the company also controls approximately 1.4 billion tons of greenfield thermal and metallurgical coal reserves located in the major coal-producing basins of the eastern United States. Additional information regarding CONSOL Energy may be found at www.consolenergy.com.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- STEM Learning Ecosystems have been cited in the $52 billion federal CHIPS and Science ACT 2022 which was signed into law Saturday to strengthen the economy by fostering innovation, research and development.
STEM Learning Ecosystems will be eligible to apply for funding from NSF for a new K-12 STEM grant program that scales up best practices in STEM through new NSF-funded centers.
The STEM Learning Ecosystems Community of Practice, a 100-community initiative, brings together partners from K-12, higher education, business and industry, philanthropy, out-of-school STEM providers and others to improve STEM learning opportunities for all.
The inclusion of STEM Learning Ecosystems into the federal bill follows months of planning and coordination led by the STEM Ed Coalition with support from the STEM Learning Ecosystems Community of Practice and its backbone organization and co-founder, TIES.
As part of the CHIPS Act, new funding has been awarded to NSF over five years which will then be distributed to organizations scaling innovation in Pre K-12 STEM Education initiatives.
STEM Ecosystems are called out as eligible organizations that can apply for funding.
"The entity seeking an award for a Center under this section must be an institution of higher education, a nonprofit organization, or a consortium of such institutions or organizations, which may include a STEM Ecosystem," the Act says.
James Brown of the STEM Ed Coalition said the 8 year-old STEM Learning Ecosystems have shown a level of maturity, effectiveness and impact that make them an ideal vehicle for scaling innovation in PreK-12 STEM.
"This bill will expand our national capacity to improve science, technology, engineering and mathematics education by significantly expanding the role of the National Science Foundation in supporting the STEM fields," Brown said.
Jan Morrison, president and founder of TIES, expressed gratitude to U.S. Senators Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, and Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, for advocating for STEM Learning Ecosystems.
"This is an acknowledgment of the critical role STEM Ecosystems play in our country for STEM and equity. STEM Ecosystems bring together partners to drive gains in large, small, urban and rural communities across America," Morrison said. "We are excited about the additional impact that will now be possible because of this expanded capacity," Morrison said.
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BEIJING (AP) — The capital of China’s Hainan province has locked down its residents for 13 hours on Monday as a COVID-19 outbreak grows on the tropical island during the summer school holidays.
The temporary lockdown of Haikou city from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. follows an ongoing and indefinite lockdown of the beach resort of Sanya since Saturday that is confining vacationers to their hotels for a week. Four other cities and four counties in Hainan also started lockdowns of two days or more on Sunday and Monday.
More than 470 new cases were recorded in the province on Sunday, of which 245 did not show symptoms. Overall, China reported more than 760 new daily cases, the National Health Commission said Monday.
Some 80,000 tourists have reportedly been stranded by the lockdown in Sanya. Those wanting to depart have to test negative five times over seven days.
China has stuck steadfastly to a “zero-COVID” policy, despite the economic and social costs. It has credited that approach with keeping hospitalization and death rates lower than in other countries that have opened up amid high vaccination rates and more effective treatments.
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TEMPE, Ariz., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Points of Light, the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change, announced that NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK) has been named a 2022 honoree of The Civic 50.
For 10 years, The Civic 50 has provided a national standard for corporate citizenship and showcases how companies can use their time, skills, and resources to drive social impact in their communities and company. The Civic 50 honorees are companies with annual U.S. revenues of at least $1 billion and are selected based on four dimensions of their corporate citizenship and social impact programs – investment of resources, integration across business functions, institutionalization through policies and systems, and impact measurement.
"Driving a positive impact on society and putting action behind our commitments isn't just table stakes – it's a necessity," said Vincent Pilette, Chief Executive Officer at NortonLifeLock. "We're pleased to be named to The Civic 50 as a result of our commitment to build and support Corporate Responsibility programs that deliver real, tangible results in our communities. We look forward to continuing to support our existing programs and partnerships while finding new ways to help our communities thrive."
NortonLifeLock's Corporate Responsibility program – NortonLifeLock Cares – includes strategic and impactful programming that utilizes the best of what the company has to offer to support its communities. The company identified four key Environmental, Social, and Governance (EGS) issues, which guide the company's efforts and benchmarks: Education and Training for Cyber Safety; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Talent Development and Engagement; and Climate and Energy.
Recent ESG milestones include bringing online safety education to one million people in India; committing $1 million to the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts to expand the Surf Smart 2.0 digital safety program into Europe; expanding NortonLifeLock's partnership with the National Network to End Domestic Violence to combat technology abuse; installing an AquaTower in India in partnership with Planet Water Foundation that supports the daily drinking needs of nearly 2,000 people; donating products to 9,900 nonprofits and public libraries; and launching an eLearning platform and mentoring program to foster career development; More information about how NortonLifeLock is empowering its communities is available in its 2021 ESG Report and on the NortonLifeLock Corporate Responsibility blog.
"Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities," said Natalye Paquin, president & CEO at Points of Light. "Our most recent global research shows 86 percent of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue. Companies like NortonLifeLock are leading the way and setting an example of how you can leverage your employee talent, business models, and assets to create deep impact that drives transformational change."
The Civic 50 survey is administered by True Impact and consists of quantitative and multiple-choice questions that inform scoring process. The Civic 50 is the only survey and ranking system that exclusively measures corporate involvement in communities.
NortonLifeLock also earned a top score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2022 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) and was recognized as one of America's Most JUST Companies for 2022.
To see the full list of The Civic 50 2022 honorees, visit www.pointsoflight.org/the-civic-50.
About NortonLifeLock Inc.
NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK) is a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, protecting and empowering people to live their digital lives safely. We are the consumer's trusted ally in an increasingly complex and connected world. Learn more about how we're transforming Cyber Safety at www.NortonLifeLock.com.
About Points of Light
Points of Light is a nonpartisan, global nonprofit organization that inspires, equips and mobilizes millions of people to take action that changes the world. We envision a world in which every individual discovers the power to make a difference, creating healthy communities in vibrant, participatory societies. Through 177 affiliates across 38 countries, and in partnership with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 5 million volunteers in 16 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it's needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
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SAN ANTONIO, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As it approaches its 100th year of serving the military community, USAA today released its 2021 Annual Report to Members, which demonstrates the association's financial strength and steadfast support for members during uncertain times.
While pandemic-related impacts continued to reverberate throughout the global economy, USAA's commitment to members and focus on maintaining a strong financial foundation remained steadfast. In 2021, COVID variants, historic catastrophes, low interest rates, supply-chain disruptions, labor shortages and surging inflation created challenges for USAA and its members.
"Our resilient members, many of whom are actively serving our country, had to deal with new COVID variants and 71 major catastrophes in 2021," said USAA President and CEO Wayne Peacock. "In 2021, USAA responded to our member's calls for support while maintaining the financial strength that allows us to be there for military families when they need us most."
Amid the challenges of 2021, USAA:
- Paid $2.5 billion paid in catastrophe claims, a 20% increase over 2020.
- Net worth held strong at $40 billion. USAA's revenue was $37.5 billion and net income was $3.3 billion – all despite catastrophe losses reaching another historic high.
- Almost 96% of members chose to stay with the association.
- USAA returned almost $2 billion to members in distributions, dividends, and bank rebates and rewards.
- USAA portfolios performed well during the historic investment-market recovery since the COVID-19 crisis lows.
"USAA's focus on serving the military community – and the communities where we live and work – was again aided in 2021 by the strength of our diversified business portfolio, and prudent management and investment decisions," said Chief Financial Officer Jeff Wallace. "We continue to invest in our people, modernizing our systems, and enhancing our operations to ensure we continue to deliver great experiences and exceptional service for our members as we approach our 100th anniversary."
Responding to the Call
USAA's Annual Report to Members highlights the "call to serve," both in how the military community responds to the call to serve our nation and how USAA is driven to serve its members and the community.
"USAA is inspired by the military community's selfless response to the call to serve," Peacock said. "In June of 2022, USAA will begin its second century of serving members. A small idea launched USAA on a mission to serve the military community. A collective of 25 Army officers made a promise to take care of their own by offering insurance when no other company would. And that dedication and promise continues to drive USAA today."
In 2021 USAA served members by:
- Introducing usage-based, pay-as-you-go auto insurance with rates based on the actual miles driven. That included the acquisition of insurtech company Noblr, Inc. to offer usage-based insurance.
- Responding to 71 catastrophes, launching small business insurance and introducing personal property insurance coverage at an average 45% savings for service members living in barracks and dormitories.
- Making life insurance more accessible through our first-ever, digital-only insurance product and more straightforward through our guaranteed issue whole life insurance solution.
- Continuing to invest in digital banking capabilities and fraud prevention and detection technology to protect our membership.
USAA served the community in 2021 by:
- Designating 48% of $38.6 million in direct grants from USAA, USAA Bank and The USAA Foundation, Inc. to military-focused nonprofit organizations.
- Reaching 2.2 million service members with financial education materials from The USAA Educational Foundation, Inc.
- Donating through The USAA Foundation, Inc. a combined $500,000 to Team Rubicon and the American Red Cross, to help families and communities recover from the devastation of Hurricane Ida.
About USAA
Founded in 1922 by a group of military officers, USAA is among the leading providers of insurance, banking, and investment and retirement solutions to more than 13 million members of the U.S. military, veterans who have honorably served and their families. Headquartered in San Antonio, USAA has offices in eight U.S. cities and three overseas locations and employs more than 38,000 people worldwide. Each year, the company contributes to national and local nonprofits in support of military families and communities where employees live and work. For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.
The USAA Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit organization, supports organizations that provide services in the areas of education, health and human services, arts and culture, and civic and economic development primarily in the communities where USAA employees live and work. The USAA Foundation, Inc., does not endorse or promote any commercial supplier, products or services. USAA is the sponsor of The USAA Foundation, Inc.
The USAA Educational Foundation is nonprofit charitable organization qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a tax-exempt private operating foundation with a mission and purpose to lead and inspire actions that improve financial readiness for the military and local community. The USAA Educational Foundation cannot endorse or promote any commercial supplier, product or service. USAA is the sponsor of the USAA Educational Foundation.
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West teams in Boston to decide NCAA Frozen Four hockey title
By JIMMY GOLEN
AP Sports Writer
BOSTON (AP) — The NCAA Frozen Four features a foursome of western teams. It’s the first time since 2011 that the Eastern schools were shut out. Michigan will play Denver in the early semifinal on Thursday, with Minnesota and Minnesota State meeting in the nightcap. The field has already claimed 22 NCAA hockey titles, with Minnesota State the only school still in search of its first. Minnesota State goalie Dryden McKay, Minnesota’s Ben Myers and Denver’s Bobby Brink are all finalists for the Hobey Baker Award that goes to the top player in college hockey. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/06/west-teams-in-boston-to-decide-ncaa-frozen-four-hockey-title/ | 2022-04-06T22:42:58Z |
Dental Support Organization Among America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies with Three-Year Revenue Growth of nearly 900%
WEST CHESTER, Pa., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. magazine revealed that Spark Dental Management, a leading Dental Support Organization (DSO), was named to the 2021 Inc. 5000 list, ranking at No. 699 overall and 42nd among companies in the Health Services category. This is the fifth year that an affiliate group of Spark Dental Management was included in this prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.
The theme of this year's Inc. list was "Winning in a Time of Change". The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"I'm incredibly proud of our organization and honored to receive this award," said Chief Executive Officer Michael O'Donnell. "In this time of change, it takes an outstanding group of employees, both in our affiliated practices and within the management team, to overcome the myriad of challenges we face in our industry. This award speaks volumes about our employees to be able to demonstrate such growth."
Spark Dental Management saw a year of abundant growth in 2021. Through de novo builds and strategic acquisitions, the dental support organization grew to more than 70 practices and expanded its geographic footprint to seven states. Spark Dental Management now has locations in Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Delaware, and Indiana.
"2021 was a busy but very exciting year for us, partnering with Rock Mountain Capital, building an incredible team, and growing our footprint from 10 locations in one state to over 70 locations in seven states," said Dr. Jason Hartman, Founder, President and Chief Orthodontic Officer of Spark Dental Management. "With the collective team we have in place now across all of our practice groups, I'm excited to see where the future takes us."
Spark Dental Management is a multi-specialty dental support organization that provides complete business and operational support services for its affiliated practices. The DSO currently supports 70 pediatric dental and orthodontic practices in seven states as well as five outpatient ambulatory surgery centers, a unique and critical component in solving access to care challenges.
The DSO is a model organization for the delivery of high-quality dental services, recognized for its superior patient care, customer service, and staff. Its mission is to provide exceptional and appropriate dental care to its patients while educating and facilitating a lifetime of excellent oral health.
Spark Dental Management provides the highest level of comprehensive business and operational support services to 74 affiliated pediatric dental and orthodontics locations in seven states. The company was founded as Spark Orthodontics in 2010 by Dr. Jason M. Hartman with a keen focus on delivering the highest quality patient care. From financial management to human resources and marketing, our professionals work to improve patient experience and expand access to dental care. Spark Dental Management is a portfolio company of Rock Mountain Capital. For more information, visit www.SparkDentalManagement.com
Since 1982, Inc. magazine has produced the celebrated Inc. 5000 list. Rankings are determined according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2018 and 2021. Qualifying companies must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent as of December 31, 2021. This year's full listing can be found at https://www.inc.com/inc5000.
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DUBLIN, Ohio (AP) — Just being at the Memorial was a reminder how far Cameron Young has come in the last year. Having a share of the early lead was another example of how well he is playing.
In his first start since challenging at the PGA Championship, Young finished with two birdies over his last three holes for a 5-under 67 on rain-softened Muirfield Village.
He was tied with Luke List, Cameron Smith and K.H. Lee, all of whom have PGA Tour victories this season. That’s what Young still pursues, and he keeps giving himself chances.
A year ago, the son of a club pro was coming off consecutive wins on the Korn Ferry Tour that moved him up some 300 spots in the world ranking to No. 170. Now he is at No. 30, with five top-three finishes in his rookie season, three times a runner-up.
The most recent was at Southern Hills, when Young was tied for the lead heading to the 14th tee in the final round of the PGA. His chances ended with a double bogey on the 16th.
And then he was right back at it at the Memorial, making a 15-foot eagle on the par-5 15th on his way to a 31 on his opening nine holes, overcoming a few bogeys on the front nine and capping off another solid day with a 30-foot birdie putt.
“I think we knew what was possible, but I think I’ve also gotten a lot better throughout this season,” Young said. “And having done well makes it a lot easier. If I was really fighting to keep my card for next year, I think it gets a lot harder. To have been around the lead and then finish high a few times, I think just that comfort level has gone up and I’ve been able to keep going.”
The greens were firm during practice and still rolled well, though players could take aim at flags because of enough rain and cloud cover. That took some adjusting. Muirfield Village was still tough enough that bogeys were easy to find.
List, who picked up his first win at Torrey Pines in January, had only one bogey in his 67. Smith was slowed by a few bogeys on the front nine after making the turn. Lee holed out from fairway on No. 9 for eagle, only to follow with back-to-back bogeys.
Will Zalatoris, who lost in the PGA Championship playoff to Thomas, had eight birdies in his round of 68 and wasn’t sure what to make of his round.
“I did not think 68 with eight birdies was in the cards when I came out Monday, Tuesday,” Zalatoris said.
He figured out the difference quickly, a wedge on the 13th hole that landed near the flag and spun back 15 feet. Earlier in the week, he saw shots like that bound over the green into trouble.
What helped in any conditions was his putting. Zalatoris and 11 consecutive one-putt greens, one of those for bogey, until the streak ended when he missed a 12-foot birdie putt on the par-3 fourth.
Defending champion Patrick Cantlay didn’t find nearly as many birdies as everyone else from the morning wave, just two birdies against two bogeys for an even-par 72. Collin Morikawa, who lost to Cantlay in the playoff at the Memorial last year, had two birdies for a 71.
Jon Rahm, who had a six-shot lead after 54 holes last year until having to withdraw because of a positive COVID-19 test, played in the afternoon.
Young recalls meeting Jack Nicklaus, the tournament host, at Pebble Beach in 2019 for the U.S. Open when he qualified for his first major as an amateur. It was special for at least one of them.
“I’m sure he wouldn’t remember,” Young said. “He was walking at me and I said, ‘Hi, I’m Cameron.’ And he was very nice. Said hello and kind of moved on. But I was nobody. I just got out of college. So that’s really the only time I’ve been able to interact with him.”
Nicklaus is always by the 18th green on Sunday to shake hands with the winner. That would be memorable.
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Essential things you need to stream 4K at home
Streaming has taken the world by storm and is now how most people watch TV. 4K streaming offers a fantastic TV-watching experience and is becoming increasingly popular as the standard for watching sports and the latest movies.
However, if you’re not tech-savvy, the terminology surrounding 4K streaming can be confusing. Nevertheless, setting yourself up to stream 4K at home is pretty straightforward, but there are a few things you’ll need.
What you need to know about 4K
What is 4K?
It refers to an ultra-high-definition resolution of 3480 x 2160 pixels. A 4K-resolution displays approximately four times the pixels as a full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080, resulting in higher picture quality with more vivid colors and highly detailed visuals.
4K content
When first introduced, there wasn’t much content available on 4K TVs to justify their expensive cost. However, now most streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video offer 4K streaming content. Streaming services are subscription-based, but you can take advantage of a free trial with each one to check out their library and see what catches your eye.
What devices do I need to stream 4K?
4K smart TV
A full HD TV won’t cut it since they can only display a maximum resolution of 1080p, so you need a TV that supports a 4K UHD resolution. Nearly all 4K TVs have smart functions, which bodes well for those who want the most straightforward TV setup possible.
With a smart TV, all you need to do is hook it up to an internet connection and download and log in to any streaming apps where you have a subscription. However, it’s important to note that some TVs have a limited selection of streaming apps.
4K streaming device
If you don’t have a smart TV or prefer a separate device to use as a media source, you can use a laptop, tablet or phone to relay 4K content to your TV. You can also use a streaming set-top box, which usually has additional accessibility features.
High-speed internet wireless router
Streaming 4K requires a stable high-speed internet connection, so you’ll need to contact your service provider to determine if your download speed is sufficient to support 4K streaming. The more bandwidth you have available, the more your devices can stream content without experiencing significant lag, so it’s best to have a wireless router that covers the entire area of your home so that you always have a stable internet connection while streaming 4K.
Best 4K TVs
Top 4K TVs
Samsung 50-Inch Class The Frame QLED 4K Smart TV
What you need to know: This smart TV delivers stunning visuals and has a sophisticated standby art mode.
What you’ll love: It has a modern frame design and uses quantum dot technology to display millions of color shades without any washing-out at any brightness level. The stand is height-adjustable, and a One Connect Box is included for keeping external media devices out of sight.
What you should consider: It comes with 20 pre-installed art portraits, but downloading more requires a subscription.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top 4K TV for the money
Samsung 65-Inch Class Q60T QLED 4K UHD HDR Smart TV
What you need to know: This TV is loaded with smart features and displays excellent clarity with vibrant colors.
What you’ll love: It uses dual-LED backlighting technology so you can adjust the color tone to your liking, and an intuitive game mode enhances image quality and reduces stuttering. It also has a high-dynamic range feature that enhances images and produces deeper blacks.
What you should consider: Some users complained about the menu freezing from time to time.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best 4K streaming devices
Top 4K streaming devices
What you need to know: The Roku Ultra delivers on all fronts as a top streaming device offering access to tons of apps and a user-friendly interface.
What you’ll love: The Roku Ultra is powerful for its compact size and offers both wired and wireless internet connectivity. It supports Dolby Atmos sound, and the voice remote can power your TV on or off and control volume.
What you should consider: Some users complained about not being able to connect Bluetooth headphones.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top 4K streaming devices for the money
What you need to know: This streaming device is compact and nearly twice as fast as the original Fire TV Stick 4K.
What you’ll love: It supports HDR, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos and is compatible with devices that support Wi-Fi 6. It comes with an Alexa-enabled remote and offers access to popular streaming services and even some free live TV apps.
What you should consider: It doesn’t support hands-free Alexa voice control.
Where to buy: Sold by Kohl’s
Best wireless router
Top wireless router
Netgear 4-Stream Wi-Fi 6 Router
What you need to know: This router supports blazing fast internet speeds and offers impressive area coverage.
What you’ll love: It has four ethernet ports for fast, wired connections and supports Wi-Fi 6 for smooth HD gaming, video calling and 4K streaming. Also, it’s compatible with any internet service provider.
What you should consider: It doesn’t have any USB ports, and some users find the mobile app clunky.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top wireless router for the money
What you need to know: This router is excellent for most households and moderate 4K streaming.
What you’ll love: It has dual-band technology and a Smart Connect switch for seamlessly changing between bands. It supports download speeds up to 1,750 Mbps and has a USB port for sharing local USB drive files on your network.
What you should consider: It doesn’t have rubber grips on the bottom, so it slides around easily on smooth surfaces.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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NEW YORK (AP) — A specially commissioned, unburnable edition of Margaret Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” has been auctioned for $130,000, Sotheby’s announced Tuesday.
Proceeds will be donated to PEN America, which advocates for free expression worldwide. The 384-page book consists mainly of Cinefoil, a specially treated aluminum product, and was announced last month at PEN’s annual fundraising gala. To help promote the initiative, Atwood agreed to be filmed attempting — unsuccessfully — to incinerate a prototype with a flame thrower.
“I’m very pleased that the one-of-a-kind Unburnable Book of ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ has raised so much money for PEN America,” the Canadian author said in a statement. “Free speech issues are being hotly debated, and PEN is a sane voice amidst all the shouting. The video of the book being torched by me and refusing to burn has now had a potential 5 billion views. We hope it raises awareness and leads to reasoned discussion.”
The fireproof book was a joint project by PEN, Atwood, Penguin Random House and two companies based in Toronto, where Atwood is a longtime resident: the Rethink creative agency and The Gas Company Inc., a graphic arts and bookbinding specialty studio. “The Handmaid’s Tale,” a million seller first released in 1985, is a Dystopian novel about a cruel patriarchy known as the Republic of Gilead. It has been subject to various bannings since publication. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/unburnable-copy-of-handmaids-tale-auctioned-for-130000/ | 2022-06-08T17:30:59Z |
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes walked onto the field for the start of the Kansas City Chiefs’ mandatory three-day minicamp with his right tackle standing off to the side in a bucket hat and his Pro Bowl left tackle nowhere to be found.
That wasn’t the only thing Mahomes found different Tuesday.
Three of his longtime targets, including Tyreek Hill, also were gone amid free agency and offseason dealings. In their place was a bunch of new faces — former Packers deep threat Marquez Valdes-Scantling, former Steelers star JuJu Smith-Schuster and rookie wide receiver Skyy Moore. They will have big shoes to fill.
It didn’t take long for them to learn that life with Mahomes at quarterback is just a little bit different.
“Today he did the no-look pass and he got me, and I was on the sideline,” Smith-Schuster said with a smile. “I thought I was the only one who saw it. It got a linebacker, threw him off. I was just like, ‘Wow.’”
The practice was only about 90 minutes, shortened a bit from a regular minicamp because of temperatures that threatened to hit triple digits in Kansas City. But it was a crucial step after three weeks of voluntary workouts for what has long been one of the NFL’s dynamic offenses but is suddenly trying to reinvent itself with new personnel.
Valdes-Scantling may have been the star of the workout, catching a couple of deep balls during a team period, and Smith-Schuster also had a couple nice catches. Moore is still getting up to speed after an offseason injury but was involved in both the first- and second-team offenses’ work, getting a much-needed indoctrination before training camp starts in August.
“I think we’re going to be a great offense. We still have the best quarterback in the NFL, the best tight end in the NFL. We’re going to lean on them,” said receiver Mecole Hardman, who also is being counted upon to pick up some of the slack this season.
“We know they’re going to play every Sunday,” Hardman said. “The new guys, they’re learning the playbook, learning how we play here, the standard we have, so I think we’re going to be good.”
That’s assuming Mahomes can stay on his feet this season.
The Chiefs completely revamped their offensive line prior to last season with overwhelmingly positive results. The new-look bunch is due back with a year of experience behind them.
Two of them were missing from Tuesday’s workout. Right tackle Lucas Niang watched from the side as he continues recovery from knee surgery. Left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. was not required to attend the because he has not signed his franchise tender.
The Chiefs and Brown, who recently hired new representation, are working on a long-term deal and there is optimism on both sides that it will be finished before the July 15 deadline. Otherwise, he would be due $16.7 million on the franchise tag.
“We love Orlando here. He’s a good human being and he’s a good professional,” Chiefs coach Andy Reid said last week. “I think he’s got good counsel, so we just have to work through it. I don’t see anything that’s going to get in the way. Just have the guys working together, keeping everything open, like any other opportunity that you have to do deals with players.
“They normally don’t have overnight,” Reid added, “so you work through it and you come up with something.”
Defensive end Frank Clark also was absent from practice on his 29th birthday, though a team spokesman said he had been excused. Clark signed a new two-year, $29 million contract in March to remain with the Chiefs.
Others that missed the workout were tight end Blake Bell, defensive end Malik Herring, cornerback Rashad Fenton, wide receiver Justyn Ross and offensive lineman Darryl Williams. The Chiefs did not say whether any of them were excused from the workout. Players can be fined about $90,000 for missing the entire minicamp if they are not excused.
Rookie cornerbacks Trent McDuffie, the No. 21 overall pick, and Joshua Williams, a fourth-round selection, left the field with trainers during the workout. The Chiefs did not provide any updates on injured players.
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MEXICO CITY, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grupo Aeromexico S.A.B. de C.V. ("Aeromexico") (BMV: AEROMEX) today reported May 2022 operational results.
- Grupo Aeromexico transported 1 million 884 thousand passengers in May, a 38.7% year-on-year increase. International passengers carried increased by 75.4%, while domestic passengers increased by 27.9%.
- Aeromexico's total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASKs), increased by 53.7% year-on-year. International ASKs increased by 75.2% compared to May 2021. Domestic capacity increased by 27.3% year-on-year.
- Demand, measured in passenger-kilometers (RPKs), increased by 74.9% year-on-year. International demand increased by 127.1% compared to May 2021. Domestic demand increased by 26.1% versus 2021.
- Aeromexico's May load factor was 82.8%, a 5.7 p.p. increase compared to May 2021. International load factor increased by 11.6 p.p. and Domestic load factor decreased by 0.8 p.p.
- In May 2022 Aeromexico announced that it will increase some of its existing operations from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) starting August. Also starting August, new routes will be added from Felipe Angeles International Airport to Acapulco, Cancun, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Oaxaca.
Glossary:
- "RPKs" Revenue Passenger Kilometers represent one revenue-passenger transported one kilometer. This includes itinerary and charter flights. The total RPKs equals the number of revenue-passengers transported multiplied by the total distance flown.
- "ASKs" Available Seat Kilometers represent the number of available seats multiplied by the distance flown. This metric is an indicator of the airline's capacity. It equals one seat offered for one kilometer, whether the seat is used.
- "Load Factor" equals the number of passengers transported as a percentage of the number of seats offered. It is a measure of the airline's capacity utilization. This metric considers the total passengers transported and total seats available in itinerary flights only.
- "Passengers" refers to the total number of passengers transported by the airline.
- Grupo Aeromexico´s investors presentation is available in the following link: https://www.aeromexico.com/en-us/investors
- Grupo Aeroméxico confirms that its voluntary process of financial restructuring under Chapter 11 of the legislation of the United States of America, will be carried out in an orderly manner while it continues operating and offering services to its customers with the same quality that characterizes it, contracting from its suppliers the goods and services required for its operation. The Company will use the advantages of Chapter 11 to strengthen its financial position and liquidity, protect and preserve its operations and assets, and implement the necessary adjustments to face the impact of COVID-19.
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements that reflect the current views and/or expectations of the Company and its management with respect to its performance, business and future events. We use words such as "believe," "anticipate," "plan," "expect,", "intend," "target," "estimate," "project," "predict," "forecast," "guideline," "should" and other similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements, but they are not the only way we identify such statements. Such statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions. We caution you that a number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the plans, objectives, expectations, estimates and intentions expressed in this release. The Company is under no obligation and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
About Grupo Aeromexico
Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V. is a holding company whose subsidiaries are engaged in commercial aviation in Mexico and the promotion of passenger loyalty programs. Aeroméxico, Mexico's global airline, has its main operations center in Terminal 2 of the Mexico City International Airport. Its destination network has reach in Mexico, the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, Asia and Europe. The Group's current operating fleet includes Boeing 787 and 737 aircraft, as well as the latest generation Embraer 190. Aeroméxico is a founding partner of SkyTeam, an alliance that celebrates 20 years and offers connectivity in more than 170 countries, through the 19 partner airlines. Aeroméxico created and implemented a Health and Hygiene Management System (SGSH) to protect its clients and collaborators at all stages of its operation.
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Reports second quarter 2022 GAAP earnings of $0.33 per share and operating (non-GAAP) earnings of $0.53 per share, in top end of guidance range
Closed on minority sale of FET LLC, raising $2.4 billion at historic premium valuation
Solid execution to improve the balance sheet with over $2.5 billion of debt retired year-to-date
Anticipates achieving targeted FFO/Debt of ~13% in 2023, ahead of schedule
Updates and affirms full-year GAAP and operating guidance and provides outlook for third quarter
AKRON, Ohio, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today reported second quarter 2022 GAAP earnings of $187 million, or $0.33 per basic and diluted share, on revenue of $2.8 billion. In the second quarter of 2021, the company reported GAAP earnings of $58 million, or $0.11 per basic and diluted share, on revenue of $2.6 billion. GAAP results include special items listed below.
Operating (non-GAAP) earnings* were $0.53 per share for the second quarter of 2022, in the upper end of the company's guidance range. In the second quarter of 2021, operating (non-GAAP) earnings were $0.59 per share and $0.47 per share on a pro forma basis when adjusting for the company's previously announced accounting policy changes, Ohio rate credits and equity financing transactions.
"Through the first half of 2022, we've made tremendous progress to strengthen our culture, optimize our operations and bolster our financial position, supporting our mission to become a more customer-focused and sustainable company," said Steven E. Strah, FirstEnergy president and chief executive officer. "We made substantial progress to improve the balance sheet by utilizing the proceeds from our historic equity raises to retire over $2.5 billion of debt and fund our regulated capital investment programs that generate strong earnings and cash flow," he added. "We now believe we are on the path to achieve solid investment grade credit metrics of approximately 13% Funds from Operations to Debt in 2023 – one year ahead of schedule."
For the third quarter of 2022, the company is providing a GAAP and operating (non-GAAP) forecast range of $400 million to $455 million, or $0.70 to $0.80 per share based on 571 million shares outstanding.
FirstEnergy updated its full-year 2022 GAAP earnings forecast range to $1,240 million to $1,355 million, or $2.17 to $2.37 per share based on 571 million shares outstanding. The company also affirmed its full-year 2022 operating (non-GAAP) earnings guidance range of $1,315 million to $1,430 million, or $2.30 to $2.50 per share based on 571 million shares outstanding.
Second Quarter Results
Second quarter and year-to-date 2022 results reflect the impacts of certain accounting policy changes, rate credits that were provided to Ohio customers under the company's previously approved stipulation, and dilution related to the common equity financing transaction that closed at the end of 2021 and the sale of a minority interest in FirstEnergy Transmission, LLC that closed on May 31, 2022.
Excluding the impact of these items, second quarter operating results in the Regulated Distribution business declined slightly as a result of lower residential customer usage and higher planned expenses. This was partially offset by higher revenues related to capital investment programs in Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Total distribution deliveries increased 0.7% compared to the second quarter of 2021. Residential sales decreased 1.6%, largely due to milder weather, while Commercial deliveries increased 1.5% and sales to industrial customers increased 2.4%, reflecting a recovery from pandemic conditions. When adjusted for the impact of weather, total deliveries rose 1.3%, driven by a 2% increase in demand from commercial and industrial customers.
In the Regulated Transmission business, second quarter 2022 operating results benefited from the company's ongoing Energizing the Future capital investment program and lower revolver borrowings.
In the Corporate/Other segment, second quarter 2022 operating results improved as compared to the second quarter of 2021 due to higher returns on legacy, commodity-based investments, lower interest expense due to recent early debt redemptions and higher discrete tax benefits.
First Half Results
For the first half of 2022, FirstEnergy reported GAAP earnings of $475 million, or $0.83 per basic and diluted share, on revenue of $5.8 billion. This compares to GAAP earnings of $393 million, or $0.72 per basic and diluted share, on revenue of $5.3 billion in the first half of 2021. Results for both periods reflect the impact of special items listed below.
Operating (non-GAAP) earnings* for the first half of 2022 were on target at $1.12 per share, compared to $1.28 per share in the first half of 2021 and $1.06 per share on a pro forma basis in the first half of 2021, when adjusting for the impacts of accounting policy changes, Ohio rate credits and equity financing transactions described above.
Results for the first half of 2022, as compared to the same period of last year, primarily reflect the impact from higher investments and lower interest expense, partially offset by higher planned operating expenses.
Non-GAAP financial measures
* Operating earnings (loss) excludes "special items" as described below, and is a non-GAAP financial measure. Special items represent charges incurred or benefits realized that management believes are not indicative of, or may obscure trends useful in evaluating the Company's ongoing core activities and results of operations or otherwise warrant separate classification. Special items are not necessarily non-recurring. Management uses Operating earnings (loss) and Operating earnings (loss) per share to evaluate the Company's performance and manage its operations and frequently references these non-GAAP financial measures in its decision making, using them to facilitate historical and ongoing performance comparisons. Additionally, management uses Operating earnings (loss) per share by segment to further evaluate the Company's performance by segment and references this non-GAAP financial measure in its decision making. Operating earnings (loss) per share and Operating earnings (loss) per share for each segment is calculated by dividing Operating earnings (loss), which excludes special items as discussed herein, for the periods presented by the number of shares outstanding. Basic EPS (GAAP) and Operating EPS (Non-GAAP), as well as Basic EPS (GAAP) and Operating EPS (Non-GAAP) for each segment, are based on 571 million shares for the second quarter, first half, third quarter and full year of 2022 and 544 million for the second quarter and first six months of 2021. Furthermore, pro forma earnings per share are also a non-GAAP financial measure and adjust the 2021 operating earnings (loss) per share for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, for certain accounting policy changes, rate credits and equity financing transactions that took effect or began to impact in 2022, which management believes provides for a more consistent and comparable measure of performance of its businesses period-over-period. Management believes that the non-GAAP financial measures of Operating earnings (loss) and Operating earnings (loss) per share, Operating earnings (loss) per share by segment, and pro forma earnings per share provide consistent and comparable measures of performance of its businesses on an ongoing basis. Management also believes that such measures are useful to shareholders and other interested parties to understand performance trends and evaluate the Company against its peer group by presenting period-over-period operating results without the effect of certain charges or benefits that may not be consistent or comparable across periods or across the Company's peer group. Generally, a non-GAAP financial measure is a numerical measure of a company's historical or future financial performance, financial position, or cash flows that either excludes or includes amounts that are not normally excluded or included in the most directly comparable measure calculated and presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP). These non-GAAP financial measures are intended to complement, and are not considered as alternatives to, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures. Also, the non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other entities. Pursuant to the requirements of Regulation G, FirstEnergy has provided, where possible without unreasonable effort, quantitative reconciliations within this presentation of the non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.
Investor Materials and Teleconference
FirstEnergy's Strategic and Financial Highlights is posted on the company's Investor Information website – www.firstenergycorp.com/ir. To access the report, click on the Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results link.
The company invites investors, customers and other interested parties to listen to a live webcast of its teleconference for financial analysts and view presentation slides at 11:00 a.m. EDT tomorrow. FirstEnergy management will present an overview of the company's financial results, followed by a question-and-answer session. The teleconference and presentation can be accessed on the website by selecting the Second Quarter 2022 Earnings Webcast link. The webcast and presentation will be archived on the website.
FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy on Twitter @FirstEnergyCorp or online at www.firstenergycorp.com.
Forward-Looking Statements: This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 based on information currently available to management. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. These statements include declarations regarding management's intents, beliefs and current expectations. These statements typically contain, but are not limited to, the terms "anticipate," "potential," "expect," "forecast," "target," "will," "intend," "believe," "project," "estimate," "plan" and similar words. Forward-looking statements involve estimates, assumptions, known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, which may include the following the potential liabilities, increased costs and unanticipated developments resulting from government investigations and agreements, including those associated with compliance with or failure to comply with the Deferred Prosecution Agreement entered into on July 21, 2021, with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Ohio; the risks and uncertainties associated with government investigations and audits regarding Ohio House Bill 6, as passed by Ohio's 133rd General Assembly ("HB 6") and related matters, including potential adverse impacts on federal or state regulatory matters, including, but not limited to, matters relating to rates; the risks and uncertainties associated with litigation, arbitration, mediation, and similar proceedings, particularly regarding HB 6 related matters, including risks associated with obtaining court approval of the settlement agreement in the derivative shareholder lawsuits; changes in national and regional economic conditions, including recession and inflationary pressure, affecting us and/or our customers and those vendors with which we do business; weather conditions, such as temperature variations and severe weather conditions, or other natural disasters affecting future operating results and associated regulatory actions or outcomes in response to such conditions; legislative and regulatory developments, including, but not limited to, matters related to rates, compliance and enforcement activity, cybersecurity, and climate change; the ability to accomplish or realize anticipated benefits from our FE Forward initiative and our other strategic and financial goals, including, but not limited to, overcoming current uncertainties and challenges associated with the ongoing government investigations, executing our transmission and distribution investment plans, greenhouse gas reduction goals, controlling costs, improving our credit metrics, growing earnings and strengthening our balance sheet; changing market conditions affecting the measurement of certain liabilities and the value of assets held in our pension trusts may negatively impact our results of operations and related guidance, and may also cause us to make contributions to our pension sooner or in amounts that are larger than currently anticipated; the risks associated with cyber-attacks and other disruptions to our, or our vendors', information technology system, which may compromise our operations, and data security breaches of sensitive data, intellectual property and proprietary or personally identifiable information; mitigating exposure for remedial activities associated with retired and formerly owned electric generation assets; the ability to access the public securities and other capital and credit markets in accordance with our financial plans, the cost of such capital and overall condition of the capital and credit markets affecting us, including the increasing number of financial institutions evaluating the impact of climate change on their investment decisions; the extent and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and the related impacts to our business, operations and financial condition resulting from the outbreak of COVID-19 including, but not limited to, disruption of businesses in our territories, supply chain disruptions, additional costs, workforce impacts and governmental and regulatory responses to the pandemic, such as the moratoriums on utility disconnections and workforce vaccination mandates imposed at varying points throughout the pandemic; actions that may be taken by credit rating agencies that could negatively affect either our access to or terms of financing or our financial condition and liquidity; changes in assumptions regarding factors such as economic conditions within our territories, the reliability of our transmission and distribution system, or the availability of capital or other resources supporting identified transmission and distribution investment opportunities; changes in customers' demand for power, including, but not limited to, economic conditions, the impact of climate change, or energy efficiency and peak demand reduction mandates; the potential of non-compliance with debt covenants in our credit facilities; the ability to comply with applicable reliability standards and energy efficiency and peak demand reduction mandates; changes to environmental laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, those related to climate change; labor disruptions by our unionized workforce; changes to significant accounting policies; any changes in tax laws or regulations, or adverse tax audit results or rulings; the risks and other factors discussed from time to time in our Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") filings. Dividends declared from time to time on FirstEnergy Corp.'s common stock during any period may in the aggregate vary from prior periods due to circumstances considered by FirstEnergy Corp.'s Board of Directors at the time of the actual declarations. A security rating is not a recommendation to buy or hold securities and is subject to revision or withdrawal at any time by the assigning rating agency. Each rating should be evaluated independently of any other rating. These forward-looking statements are also qualified by, and should be read together with, the risk factors included in FirstEnergy Corp.'s filings with the SEC, including, but not limited to, the most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K. The foregoing review of factors also should not be construed as exhaustive. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors, nor assess the impact of any such factor on FirstEnergy Corp.'s business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. FirstEnergy Corp. expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise, except as required by law, any forward-looking statements contained herein or in the information incorporated by reference as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Katie Britt won the Republican nomination for Senate in Alabama on Tuesday, defeating six-term Rep. Mo Brooks in a primary runoff after former President Donald Trump took the unusual step of rescinding his endorsement of Brooks.
The loss ends a turbulent campaign for Brooks, a conservative firebrand who fully embraced Trump’s election lies and had run under the banner “MAGA Mo.” But it wasn’t enough for the former president, who initially backed Brooks in the race to replace Britt’s former boss, retiring Sen. Richard Shelby, but then pulled his support as Brooks languished in the polls.
Trump eventually endorsed Britt in the race’s final stretch after she emerged as the top vote-getter in the state’s May 24 primary. She will face Democrat Will Boyd in November in the overwhelmingly Republican state.
The race was among a handful of contests held Tuesday at the midpoint of a primary season that has been shaped by Trump’s effort to influence the GOP.
While Britt was already considered the favorite by the time Trump got behind her, the result gives the former president a win at a time his influence over the GOP has come under scrutiny. Trump has had a mixed record of success in backing candidates this election season, helping lift Senate candidates in Pennsylvania and Ohio while floundering elsewhere, particularly in Georgia. Voters in the onetime Republican stronghold rejected his efforts to unseat the state’s GOP governor and secretary of state, both of whom rebuffed his extraordinary pressure to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Trump’s losing streak in Georgia, a crucial swing state this year and in the 2024 presidential campaign, deepened Tuesday as two of his endorsed congressional candidates faltered in their GOP run-off elections.
In the 6th District in Atlanta’s northern suburbs, emergency room physician Rich McCormick beat Trump-backed lawyer Jake Evans. And in the 10th District east of Atlanta, trucking company owner Mike Collins bested Democrat-turned-Republican Vernon Jones.
Trump had persuaded Jones to run for the seat and drop his long-shot bid for governor to clear the field for his chosen candidate, former Sen. David Perdue. Perdue lost to Republican Gov. Brian Kemp, who endorsed Collins. The seat is being vacated by Republican Rep. Jody Hice, who also lost his bid to unseat Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, another top Trump target.
Meanwhile, in Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser won the Democratic nomination to serve another term, fending off a pair of challengers amid concerns over rising crime and homelessness.
But the Alabama Senate runoff had drawn particular attention because of the drama surrounding Trump’s endorsement. Trump initially endorsed Brooks in the spring of 2021, rewarding an ardent champion of his baseless claims of a stolen election. Brooks had voted against certifying Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential election victory and delivered a fiery speech at the rally before the U.S. Capitol insurrection, telling the crowd, “Today is the day that American patriots start taking down names and kicking ass.”
But nearly a year later, Trump rescinded his support after the pair’s relationship soured and as Brooks languished in the polls. Trump blamed his decision on comments Brooks had made months earlier, at an August rally, when he said it was time for the party to move on from litigating the 2020 presidential race — comments Trump claimed showed Brooks, one of the most conservative members of Congress, had gone “woke.”
Brooks, who is known for his bombastic oratory style, has described the primary race as a battle for the soul of Republican Party, pitting the “true conservative” wing against establishment members of the GOP. He disparaged Britt, 40, as a RINO — the GOP pejorative meaning “Republican in name only” — and maintained he was the only one with a proven conservative record.
The founding member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus also made his opposition to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell a pillar of his campaign, embarking on a “Fire McConnell Tour” of town halls.
In his concession speech Tuesday night, Brooks told supporters he respected the race’s outcome. But in a sign of the contentious race, he accused voters of having been seduced by false advertising and congratulated high-dollar donors and “special interest groups” for funding Britt’s campaign.
“We are sending to Washington, D.C., the exact opposite of what we need in the United States Senate. But the voters have spoken. They might not have spoken wisely,” he groused.
Britt, meanwhile, cast herself as part of a new generation of conservative leaders while disparaging Brooks, 68, as a career politician. If victorious in November, Britt will be the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Alabama and one of its youngest members. The state’s previous female senators had been appointed.
“Alabama has spoken. We want new blood. We want fresh blood,” she said at her victory party. “We want someone who will fight for Christian conservative values, who will fight for the freedoms and liberties this nation was founded on and will fight for the American dream for the next generation and the next generation.”
That argument seemed to resonate with some voters Tuesday.
“She’s young. She’s smart,” said 86-year-old Carolyn Bowman. “That’s what we need in Congress.”
In Virginia, Republicans were choosing between Trump-aligned congressional candidates to take on some of the most vulnerable Democrats in the fall.
In the coastal 2nd District, state Sen. Jen Kiggans won the Republican race to try to unseat Democrat Elaine Luria, a retired Naval commander and member of the Jan. 6 committee, in the general election. In central Virginia’s 7th District, six candidates are in a competitive race to face Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA officer.
At the polls Tuesday in Virginia Beach, Nanci Eves, 70, said she voted for Kiggans in part because she believes the candidate is best positioned to win in November.
“We need someone who can beat Elaine Luria,” said Eves, a retired nurse who lives in Virginia Beach and who thinks Democrats have made “a mess” of the country while in power.
In Georgia, Democratic state Rep. Bee Nguyen defeated former state Rep. Dee Dawkins-Haigler in the secretary of state’s race. Nguyen will face Republican Raffensperger, who rebuffed Trump’s efforts to “find” enough votes to overturn Biden’s win in the state’s 2020 presidential election and beat back a Trump-endorsed challenger in his May 24 primary.
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Colvin reported from Washington. Ben Finley in Virginia Beach, Va., contributed to this report.
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MAUMEE, Ohio, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) announced today that its operation in Birmingham, United Kingdom, has been awarded a $2.7 million (£2 million) grant to develop an e-Powertrain for OX Delivers — the world's first flat-pack utility vehicle destined for emerging markets in Africa.
The OX Delivers truck has been engineered to tackle the toughest terrain and will be shipped as a flat pack and assembled in the destination country. The truck is powered by Dana's Spicer Electrified™ eS4500i e-Drive Unit, which combines an electric motor, inverter, gearbox, and software in a complete e-propulsion system.
The grant supports Dana's work industrializing electrified powertrain technologies and was awarded by the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) — a non-profit organization that facilitates U.K. government funding to research and development projects supporting the delivery of net-zero emission vehicles.
"Dana has a guiding vision toward a zero-emissions future that incorporates sustainable social impact," said Huw Davies, senior managing director of Dana Light Vehicle Drive Systems in Europe. "The APC's $2.7 million grant advances Dana's development of electrified technology, driving prosperous trade in rural emerging markets. We're proud to partner with OX Delivers and grateful for the APC's support."
Dana's operations in the U.K. were established in 1901 and have a rich history of producing driveline products for popular European sport-utility and light commercial vehicles. The company is now leveraging its global expertise to deliver innovative solutions to next-generation electric vehicles. The company's operations across the United Kingdom and European region recently received recognition as a "Top Employer" from the Top Employers Institute, which spotlights empowering, dynamic environments for employees through people-first practices.
About Dana Incorporated
Dana is a leader in the design and manufacture of highly efficient propulsion and energy-management solutions that power vehicles and machines in all mobility markets across the globe. The company is shaping sustainable progress through its conventional and clean-energy solutions that support nearly every vehicle manufacturer with drive and motion systems; electrodynamic technologies, including software and controls; and thermal, sealing, and digital solutions.
Based in Maumee, Ohio, USA, the company reported sales of $8.9 billion in 2021 with 40,000 people in 31 countries across six continents. Founded in 1904, Dana was named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2022" by Newsweek for its emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility. The company is driven by a high-performance culture that focuses on valuing others, inspiring innovation, growing responsibly, and winning together, earning it global recognition as a top employer. Learn more at dana.com.
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BAODING, China, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, GWM HAVAL DARGO was launched in Chile and Peru in South America, bringing a brand-new driving experience to local customers.
To let locals have a more real feeling of this car's power, the GWM held a long-distance test drive for HAVAL DARGO in Chile. The test drive models are all-wheel-drive edition, combining coziness of urban SUVs and driving performance of off-road SUVs. The test drive route starts from Puerto Montt and ends at Puerto Varas via the Alerce Andino National Park, covering different driving environments, such as off-road terrain and paved roads.
The multi-scenario experience activities attracted a large number of test drivers to participate enthusiastically, and many well-known media gave positive comments.
Chileautos, the top local automotive website, commented that "HAVAL has introduced an SUV with an off-road gene, HAVAL DARGO seeks to conquer the adventure-loving masses."
During the test, HAVAL DARGO performs well in the off-road section, which allows test drivers to experience great off-road fun. The model's off-road capability is enhanced by equipping an intelligent all-wheel-drive system and rear axle electronically-controlled differential locks. The all-wheel-drive system can intelligently adjust the power output of all four wheels and works with the differential locks to fully utilize the grip of each wheel, helping test drivers pass through complex environments smoothly.
One of the test drivers said, "the driving performance of HAVAL DARGO on mountainous roads far exceeded my expectations, and the vehicle's grip and chassis performance are both excellent. It can provide steady support when cornering and a comfortable driving experience."
Also, in the test drive on paved roads, the model provides impressively comfortable experience. The test drive vehicles feature a variety of intelligent devices, such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA). These configurations provide test drivers with a technology-supported comfort and convenience. For example, ACC can accurately identify the distance to the car in front and automatically control the speed, allowing the driver to enjoy a more relaxed and convenient way of driving.
HAVAL DARGO combines an off-road exterior with a technology-inspired interior, presenting test drivers with both the roughness of its appearance and exquisite details. In terms of the interior, the model has a spacious space, which is installed with shift knobs and a large center control screen, elevating the sense of refinement and comfortable atmosphere.
"Its unique styling, exquisite interior workmanship, and rich intelligent technology configurations are very eye-catching, making it outstanding among other products at the same class in the market", commented La Tercera, an authoritative Chilean media.
According to the latest sales data released by GWM, HAVAL DARGO achieved excellent sales results in July 2022, with global sales increasing by up to 45.36% year-on-year.
Soon, GWM will launch this car in other markets, including the Middle East countries, bringing a diversified driving experience to more customers.
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HOUSTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meriplex, a nationwide leader in managed cybersecurity and IT solutions, is pleased to announce the asset acquisition of Oregon-based managed service provider (MSP), LightPoint. For over 20 years, LightPoint has been a trusted technology partner to SMBs and the Healthcare industry in the Pacific Northwest providing proactive Managed IT and security solutions with a personal touch. The acquisition fuels Meriplex's explosive growth and position to become the leading Managed Service Provider in the nation.
"We are excited to have LightPoint join Meriplex, expanding our physical presence in the Northwest and enhancing our expertise in the Healthcare industry," said David Henley, CEO of Meriplex. "With the addition of their exceptional team, we will secure our status of a best-in-class MSP/MSSP, providing a high-level of service and delivering security-first solutions to our clients nationwide."
The LightPoint acquisition enables Meriplex to strengthen their ability to service the Healthcare industry, a group for which MSP support has never been greater. As the scope of healthcare organizations grow more complex each year, while patient needs expand, it's critical for healthcare to work with the right MSP to ensure seamless transactions and secured patient data.
"In being acquired by Meriplex, our clients will continue to receive the excellent and personalized support they are accustomed to, while being backed with more resources, expanded offerings, sophisticated technology, and better scale," said Molly Moore, CEO of LightPoint. "We chose Meriplex because they share the same core values as we do, and together with our Healthcare expertise and their size and seasoned approach, we can provide more for our clients and employees."
As a fast-growing managed services provider, Meriplex focuses on strategically acquiring businesses in leading markets in order to establish a local presence in the region and acquire top talent to support their increasing large client base and nationwide growth. If you are interested in learning more about our M&A process, please reach out to us here.
Meriplex is a managed cybersecurity, IT, and SD-WAN solutions provider that enables transformation by combining secure, innovative technology with advanced expertise. As a trusted partner, we deliver business-driven solutions that provide the scalability and support needed to power growth for organizations. To learn more, visit www.meriplex.com or follow us on Linkedin.
For over 20 years, LightPoint has delivered highly personalized, proactive managed technology services for small to medium-sized businesses. LightPoint clients receive high-touch, friendly service while gaining the benefit of LightPoint's people, process and technology which delivers the functions of a large IT enterprise without the associated costs. To learn more, visit www.lightpointnw.com.
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Justice Dept. seeks to unseal search warrant of Trump home
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has asked a court to unseal the warrant the FBI received before searching the Florida estate of former President Donald Trump, Attorney General Merrick Garland said Thursday, acknowledging the extraordinary public interest in the case.
The request was striking because such documents traditionally remain sealed during a pending investigation. But the Justice Department appeared to recognize that its silence since the search had created a vacuum for bitter attacks from the former president and his allies, and Garland felt it wise to respond to the widespread demands for details about what the led to the FBI action.
“The public’s clear and powerful interest in understanding what occurred under these circumstances weighs heavily in favor of unsealing,” said a motion filed in federal court in Florida on Thursday seeking the the unsealing.
Garland also cited the fact that Trump himself had provided the first public confirmation of the FBI search, and the attorney general said that disclosing information about it now would not harm the court’s functions.
Garland also said he personally approved the search warrant, which was part of an ongoing Justice Department investigation into the discovery of classified White House records recovered from Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home in Palm Beach, Florida, earlier this year.
It was not immediately clear when — or if — the unsealing request might be granted or when the documents could be released. Trump will also have a chance to object.
The attorney general condemned verbal attacks on FBI and Justice Department personnel over the search.
“I will not stand by silently when their integrity is unfairly attacked,” he said, calling them “dedicated, patriotic public servants.”
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Associated Press writers Zeke Miller and Lindsay Whitehurst in Washington contributed to this report.
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PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK) announced today plans to release its second quarter 2022 results after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, August 8, 2022.
FSK will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, to discuss its second quarter 2022 results. All interested parties are welcome to participate and can access the live conference call by registering here. Participants are requested to register a day in advance or at a minimum 15 minutes before the start of the call. Once registered, they will receive the dial-in numbers and their unique PIN number. When they dial in, they will input their PIN and be placed into the call. The conference call will also be webcast, which can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of FSK's website at www.fskkradvisor.com under Events.
An investor presentation of financial information will be available by visiting the Investor Relations section of FSK's website, under Presentations after the market close on Monday, August 8, 2022.
A replay of the call will be available beginning shortly after the end of the call by visiting the Investor Relations section of FSK's website, under Events or by using the following URL: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/izvj43qh.
FSK is a leading publicly traded business development company (BDC) focused on providing customized credit solutions to private middle market U.S. companies. FSK seeks to invest primarily in the senior secured debt and, to a lesser extent, the subordinated debt of private middle market companies. FSK is advised by FS/KKR Advisor, LLC. For more information, please visit www.fskkradvisor.com.
FS/KKR Advisor, LLC (FS/KKR) is a partnership between FS Investments and KKR Credit that serves as the investment adviser to FSK.
FS Investments is a leading asset manager dedicated to helping individuals, financial professionals and institutions design better portfolios. The firm provides access to alternative sources of income and growth, and focuses on setting industry standards for investor protection, education and transparency. FS Investments is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA with offices in New York, NY, Orlando, FL and Leawood, KS.
KKR Credit is a subsidiary of KKR & Co. Inc., a leading global investment firm that manages multiple alternative asset classes, including private equity, credit and real assets, with strategic manager partnerships that manage hedge funds. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns for its fund investors by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and driving growth and value creation with KKR portfolio companies. KKR invests its own capital alongside the capital it manages for fund investors and provides financing solutions and investment opportunities through its capital markets business. References to KKR's investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR's website at www.kkr.com and on Twitter @KKR_Co.
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- The Duke of Cambridge's 40th birthday will be marked with a £5 coin made by The Royal Mint
- The coin features a portrait of the His Royal Highness - the first time The Duke has featured alone on official UK coin struck by The Royal Mint.
- The coin is available in a range of base and precious metals at The Royal Mint website.
LANTRISANT, Wales, May 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Royal Mint is celebrating The Duke of Cambridge's 40th birthday with a commemorative £5 coin, featuring a portrait of His Royal Highness. The £5 coin has been unveiled ahead of The Duke's milestone celebration next month, with a regal design which pays homage to the senior member of the Royal family, and second in line to the throne.
Designed by Thomas T. Docherty, designer and engraver at The Royal Mint, the coin features Prince William's portrait, depicted at a three-quarter angle to present a dynamic quality, and set amid his Royal Cypher and the number '40' to reflect the stature and maturity of the future King. Available in a range of base and precious metals finishes, the commemorative design has been struck on the opposite side of his grandmother's effigy, the fifth definitive portrait of Her Majesty The Queen by Jody Clark.
On the £5 coin struck in silver and gold, the edge inscription: 'HRH THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE' complements the theme with an original numismatic feature. The original maker of coins has been trusted to tell the story of monarchs for centuries and the new release is the first UK coin featuring an individual portrait of HRH available at The Royal Mint.
Clare Maclennan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint, said: "As the trusted maker of coins for the monarchs, we are celebrating His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge's landmark 40th Birthday with a commemorative coin fit for a future King. The elegant design features a portrait of HRH alongside his Royal Cypher and the number '40', which pays homage to the maturity and grace of the Prince who has become a senior member of the Royal Family, a devoted husband and a loving father of three, through the eyes of the world."
Royal Mint designer Thomas T. Docherty, whose work includes the 2008 £2 coin commemorating the centenary of the 1908 London Olympics, the Remembrance Day 2016 Alderney £5 coin and the 2018 Bicentenery of Mary Shelly's Frankenstein £2 coin, said:
"The design strikes a balance between this fresh energy of His Royal Highness being a young dad with the ceremonial nature of his Royal position. A three-quarter angle of the portrait creates a more dynamic representation rather than a traditional side-on profile.
"I used certain clay sculpting techniques on a digital platform to achieve the style needed for the design, to translate effectively from two to three dimensions. Using technology, we can now produce designs and sculptures with better efficiency compared to when I began my career 17 years ago. There's a high level of skills and craftsmanship needed to sculpt designs – the tools are different but the principles remain the same. I am incredibly proud to have designed and sculpted this coin, it will forever stand as a major achievement and highlight in my career."
About The Royal Mint
With a history spanning more than 1,100 years, The Royal Mint is Britain's oldest companies and the original maker of UK coins. Today The Royal Mint is a premium British maker, providing carefully crafted coins and precious metal products for the UK and overseas. Based in Llantrisant, South Wales it has three main focuses as a business: Currency, Consumer (collectable and rare, historic coins) and precious metals investment.
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Bill Russell’s No. 6 jersey is being retired across the NBA, a first for the league.
The NBA and the National Basketball Players Association announced Thursday that the number worn by the 11-time champion, civil rights activist and person good enough to be enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach was being permanently retired by all 30 teams.
“Bill Russell’s unparalleled success on the court and pioneering civil rights activism deserve to be honored in a unique and historic way,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said. “Permanently retiring his No. 6 across every NBA team ensures that Bill’s transcendent career will always be recognized.”
Players who currently wear No. 6 — including the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James — may continue doing so. But the number cannot be issued again, the league said.
All NBA players will wear a patch on the right shoulder of their jerseys this season, the league said, and every NBA court will display a clover-shaped logo with the No. 6 on the sideline near the scorer’s table.
The Boston Celtics have “separate and unique recognition for him on their uniforms” planned, the NBA said.
Russell died on July 31 at the age of 88. He was the most prolific winner in NBA history, an 11-time champion during a 13-year career — winning the last two of those titles as a player-coach — and the first Black coach in any of the major U.S. pro sports to win a championship.
He marched with Martin Luther King Jr., stood with Muhammad Ali and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Barack Obama.
And having his number retired leaguewide puts him in a very exclusive club.
Major League Baseball permanently retired No. 42 — in honor of Jackie Robinson, who broke the big league’s color barrier — with the understanding that those who were wearing that number could continue to do so. Mariano Rivera of the New York Yankees was the last in the majors to wear No. 42, doing so through his final season in 2013.
The NHL, upon Wayne Gretzky’s retirement in 1999, said his No. 99 would be retired leaguewide in honor of that sport’s all-time scoring leader.
And now, Russell gets the same treatment. It also seems fitting that he and Robinson — both barrier-breakers — are linked again. Russell called Robinson a hero, once saying that “he showed me the way to be a man in professional sports.”
Robinson, clearly, held Russell in high esteem as well. Rachel Robinson, his widow, asked Russell to be a pallbearer at her husband’s funeral in 1972.
“This is a momentous honor reserved for one of the greatest champions to ever play the game,” NBPA Executive Director Tamika Tremaglio said. “Bill’s actions on and off the court throughout the course of his life helped to shape generations of players for the better and for that, we are forever grateful. We are proud to continue the celebration of his life and legacy alongside the league.”
There have been more than 250 players in NBA history to wear a No. 6 jersey, including 24 who did so in at least one game last season — most notably, James, who has alternated between 6 and 23 throughout his NBA career.
Nobody has worn No. 6 for the Celtics since Russell’s final season, 1968-69.
Russell is one of 12 players currently enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame who wore No. 6 at at least some point in their careers. The others: Julius Erving, Patrick Ewing, Ben Wallace, Don Barksdale, Chuck Cooper, Larry Costello, Tom Gola, Cliff Hagan, Alex Hannum, Buddy Jeanette and Neil Johnston.
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CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — An Australian man was sentenced to 12 years and seven months in prison Tuesday for the 1988 murder of an American who fell off a Sydney cliff that was known as a gay meeting place.
The death of mathematician Scott Johnson was initially called a suicide, but his family pressed for further investigation. A coroner in 2017 found a number of assaults, some fatal, where the victims had been targeted because they were thought to be gay.
Scott White, 51, pleaded guilty in January and could have been sentenced to up to life in prison.
Justice Helen Wilson said she did not find beyond reasonable doubt that the murder was a gay hate crime, an aggravating factor that would have led to a longer sentence. She also said she applied more lenient sentencing patterns in place in New South Wales state in the late 1980s.
He must serve at least eight years and three months in prison before he can be considered for parole.
White was 18 and homeless when he met 27-year-old Los Angeles-born Johnson at a bar in suburban Manly in December 1988 and went with him to a nearby cliff top at North Head.
White’s former wife Helen White told police in 2019 that her then-husband had bragged about beating gay men and had said the only good gay man was a dead gay man.
She told the court on Monday that her husband had told her Johnson had run off the cliff. Scott White told police that he was himself gay and frightened that his homophobic brother would find out.
Wilson said it was not possible to draw any conclusions beyond a reasonable doubt about what had happened at the clifftop.
“The offender hit Dr. Johnson, causing him to stumble backwards and leave the cliff edge,” Wilson said.
“In those seconds when he must have realized what was happening to him, Dr. Johnson must have been terrified, aware that he would strike the rocks below and conscious of his fate,” Wilson added. “It was a terrible death.”
Wilson did not accept the defense lawyers’ argument that Helen White had been motivated to report him to police by a reward.
Under cross-examination on Monday, Helen White denied she had been aware of a 1 million Australian dollar ($704,000) reward for information on Johnson’s murder when she went to police in 2019. She said she only became aware of a reward when the victim’s brother, Steve Johnson, doubled the sum in 2020.
Outside court, Boston resident Steve Johnson thanked prosecutors and the judicial system for ensuring White was sent to prison.
“We didn’t get compensation for Scott this week but what Scott got was dignity,” the older sibling told reporters.
Younger sister Rebecca Johnson said she was satisfied with the sentence.
“Today I feel like we’ve had answers and we’ve had justice, and that’s for our brother and that’s for gay men who were bashed or killed in that era,” she said.
White had a record of violent crime before and after the murder but had not committed any offense since 2008.
“It should be understood that the court is not sentencing a violent and reckless young man for a targeted attack on a gay man,” Wilson said.
“Because of the lapse of time, the offender is no longer the same angry young man who raised his fists to another on the edge of a cliff. Neither is the court imposing a sentence for a crime motivated by hatred for a particular sector of society. The evidence is too slender to support that,” Wilson added.
She said a sentence for the same crime today would be “much higher.”
White’s lawyers have appealed his conviction and hope he will be acquitted of the murder charge in a jury trial.
A coroner ruled in 2017 that Johnson “fell from the clifftop as a result of actual or threatened violence by unidentified persons who attacked him because they perceived him to be homosexual.”
The coroner also found that gangs of men roamed various Sydney locations in search of gay men to assault, resulting in the deaths of some victims. Some men were also robbed.
A coroner had ruled in 1989 that Johnson had taken his own life, while a second coroner in 2012 could not explain how he died.
Johnson studied at universities in California and at Cambridge in Britain before moving to Australia in 1986 to live with his Australian partner Michael Noone.
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GOP blocks Senate COVID bill, demands votes on immigration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans blocked a Democratic attempt Tuesday to begin Senate debate on a $10 billion COVID-19 compromise, pressing to entangle the bipartisan package with an election-year showdown over immigration restrictions that poses a politically uncomfortable fight for Democrats.
A day after Democratic and GOP bargainers reached agreement on providing the money for treatments, vaccines and testing, a Democratic move to push the measure past a procedural hurdle failed 52-47. All 50 Republicans opposed the move, leaving Democrats 13 votes short of the 60 they needed to prevail.
Hours earlier, Republicans said they’d withhold crucial support for the measure unless Democrats agreed to votes on an amendment preventing President Joe Biden from lifting Trump-era curbs on migrants entering the U.S. With Biden polling poorly on his handling of immigration and Democrats divided on the issue, Republicans see a focus on migrants as a fertile line of attack.
“I think there will have to be” an amendment preserving the immigration restrictions “in order to move the bill” bolstering federal pandemic efforts, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., told reporters.
At least 10 GOP votes will be needed in the 50-50 Senate for the measure to reach the 60 votes it must have for approval. Republicans could withhold that support until Democrats permit a vote on an immigration amendment.
Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., want Congress to approve the pandemic bill before lawmakers leave in days for a two-week recess. Tuesday’s vote suggested that could be hard.
“This is a potentially devastating vote for every single American who was worried about the possibility of a new variant rearing its nasty head within a few months,” Schumer said after the vote.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said, “Today’s Senate vote is a step backward for our ability to respond to this virus.”
The new omicron variant, BA.2, is expected to spark a fresh increase in U.S. COVID-19 cases. Around 980,000 Americans and over 6 million people worldwide have died from the disease.
The $10 billion pandemic package is far less than the $22.5 billion Biden initially sought. It also lacks $5 billion Biden wanted to battle the pandemic overseas after the two sides couldn’t agree on budget savings to pay for it, as Republicans demanded.
At least half the bill would finance research and production of therapeutics to treat COVID-19. Money would also be used to buy vaccines and tests and to research new variants.
The measure is paid for by pulling back unspent pandemic funds provided earlier for protecting aviation manufacturing jobs, closed entertainment venues and other programs.
Administration officials have said the government has run out of money to finance COVID-19 testing and treatments for people without insurance, and is running low on money for boosters, free monoclonal antibody treatments and care for people with immune system weaknesses.
At the 2020 height of the pandemic, President Donald Trump imposed immigration curbs letting authorities immediately expel asylum seekers and migrants for public health reasons. The ban is set to expire May 23, triggering what by all accounts will be a massive increase in people trying to cross the Mexican border into the U.S.
That confronts Democrats with messy choices ahead of fall elections when they’re expected to struggle to retain their hair-breadth House and Senate majorities.
Many of the party’s lawmakers and their liberal supporters want the U.S. to open its doors to more immigrants. But moderates and some Democrats confronting tight November reelections worry about lifting the restrictions and alienating centrist voters.
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., who faces a competitive reelection this fall, declined to say whether she would support retaining the Trump-era ban but said more needs to be done.
“I need a plan, we need a plan,” she said in a brief interview. “There’s going to be a surge at the border. There should be a plan and I’ve been calling for it all along.”
Shortly before Tuesday’s vote, Schumer showed no taste for exposing his party to a divisive immigration vote.
“This is a bipartisan agreement that does a whole lot of important good for the American people. Vaccines, testing, therapeutics,” he said. “It should not be held hostage for an extraneous issue.”
Jeff Zients, head of White House COVID-19 task force, expressed the same view.
“This should not be included on any funding bill,” he said of immigration. “The decision should be made by the CDC. That’s where it has been, and that’s where it belongs.”
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which initiated the move two years ago, said earlier this month that it would lift the ban next month. The restrictions, known as Title 42, have been harder to justify as pandemic restrictions have eased.
Trump administration officials cast the curb as a way to keep COVID-19 from spreading further in the U.S. Democrats considered that an excuse for Trump, whose anti-immigrant rhetoric was a hallmark of his presidency, to keep migrants from entering the country.
Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., said she supported terminating Trump’s curb and questioned GOP motives for seeking to reinstate it.
“I find it very ironic for those who haven’t wanted to have a vaccination mandate, for those who did not want to have masks in the classroom, for them to suddenly be very interested in protecting the public,” she said.
But Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, said he would support a Senate COVID-19 aid bill if it included the GOP effort to retain the Trump immigration restrictions.
“Why wouldn’t I?” he said in a brief interview.
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AP congressional correspondent Lisa Mascaro and reporters Chris Megerian and Farnoush Amiri contributed to this report.
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Periscope adds tourism account to growing client roster
MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Periscope, an award-winning, full-service advertising agency, today announced a three-year engagement as the official creative agency of record for Meet Minneapolis, securing its first venture into the tourism space and further solidifying the agency's ties to the Twin Cities.
Periscope will lead the campaign and media strategy to attract more visitors to Minneapolis, touting the breadth of unique experiences and opportunities the city offers to visitors from across the nation as leisure travel bounces back. This win gives Periscope the unique opportunity to help revitalize tourism in its home city, and continues a growth trend with 10 clients added to the agency's roster in 2022.
"Our team has a wealth of tourism experience, and we are proud to add Meet Minneapolis as a client under the Periscope logo. We've been a part of the Minneapolis landscape for 60+ years, and we've earned the right to knock this work out of the park. We owe it to our city," said Liz Grabek, SVP, Consumer Strategy at Periscope.
This new partnership demonstrates Periscope's dedication to celebrating Minneapolis and to drive growth to local businesses that benefit the city.
"We have a unique opportunity to reintroduce Minneapolis to regional visitors that have heard a lot about us, but not a lot from us," stated Courtney Ries, Senior Vice President of Destination Branding and Strategy for Meet Minneapolis. "Periscope's keen understanding and excitement for this opportunity — coupled with their unbridled passion for the city — makes them a great partner for this work."
The full scope includes Strategy, Creative Concepting and Campaign Execution, as well as PR and Influencer Marketing managed in partnership with Minneapolis-based PR and influencer marketing agency Friend of a Friend. Work is expected to begin rolling out early in 2023.
ABOUT PERISCOPE
Periscope, a Quad company, is an award-winning agency that provides a full spectrum of integrated marketing services for a wide range of acclaimed brands. As a part of Quad, Periscope represents a key creative discipline that enables Quad to provide a full through-the-line offering and help brands reimagine their marketing experience to be more streamlined, impactful, flexible and frictionless. Learn more at www.periscope.com.
ABOUT MEET MINNEAPOLIS
Meet Minneapolis is a private, not-for-profit, member-based association. It actively promotes and sells the Minneapolis area as a destination for conventions and meetings, works to maximize the visitor experience and markets the city as a desirable tourist destination to maximize the economic and social benefit to the greater Minneapolis area. Meet Minneapolis is accredited by the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) of Destinations International.
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Allan joins Entrata's rapidly growing leadership team, bringing decades of property tech experience the company's core sales function
LEHI, Utah, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entrata, the multifamily industry's leading operating system, today announced the hire of Scott Allan as Senior Vice President of Sales. Scott joins the company with decades of sales experience in the property technology industry and will play a key role in fueling Entrata's customer growth as the company continues its focus on domestic and international expansion.
"This has been a milestone year for Entrata and we're very excited to have Scott and his expertise join our expanding leadership team," said Entrata CEO, Adam Edmunds. "With his vast experience, Scott understands the industry inside and out, bringing an invaluable perspective to our sales function. He joins the team at an exciting period in our company's journey, and his expertise will help propel us to the next stage of growth as we work to further globalize our platform."
An industry veteran, Allan previously held marketing and sales leadership positions at several of the property technology industry's largest companies including RealPage, Yardi and G5. He most recently served as the Chief Growth Officer of REPLI, where he oversaw the company's sales and marketing departments, growth strategy and go-to-market product launches.
"Entrata is a true innovator in the multifamily housing industry — bringing an innovative, and much needed platform solution to millions of renters and property managers across North America," said Allan. "They have built an impressive customer base, and I couldn't be happier to bring my market expertise, growth strategy knowledge and sales experience to the team. I'm looking forward to helping drive the global expansion of Entrata's customer network."
Allan's appointment is the latest leadership hire in Entrata's heavy investment in personnel over the past year, including notable growth in its C-Suite. After announcing its first international expansion with a move into Canada earlier this spring, the company is on track to continue the globalization of its exclusive single-login, open-access property management platform.
For more information about Entrata and its technology, please visit www.entrata.com.
About Entrata
Entrata is the leading operating system for multifamily communities worldwide. Setting the bar for innovation in property management software since 2003, Entrata offers solutions for every step of the leasing lifecycle and empowers owners, property managers, and renters to create stronger communities. Entrata currently serves over three million residents across more than 20 thousand multifamily communities around the globe. Learn more at www.entrata.com.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- We are disappointed in today's Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) ruling, and we plan to file a petition for rehearing. A $36 million refund falls short of the refund recommended by CUB, the Illinois Attorney General's Office and the City of Chicago. Further, this case was limited to direct costs and only partially compensates customers for ComEd's misconduct—people deserve better in the wake of Illinois' most significant utility scandal ever. CUB continues to work on behalf of consumers for full restitution, as well as the most pro-consumer implementation of the Climate & Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) to protect customers from unjustified rate increases.
- On August 17, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) voted 3-0 to order ComEd to give its customers a $31,296,338 refund in connection with the company's bribery scandal that erupted two years before. The refund, about a $4.80 bill credit on average, will be delivered to customers on their April 2023 bills. [Another $5,019,312, plus interest, will be added to the refund, upon Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approval, making the total refund at least $36.3 million.]
- In July 2020, ComEd was fined $200 million by federal authorities, after admitting to a bribery scheme to pass legislation in 2011 that implemented a "formula rate" system. That rate-setting system left electric customers vulnerable to hundreds of millions of dollars in rate hikes over the last decade. (Note: In 2013, ComEd went back to the General Assembly to adjust the formula rate because the utility did not approve of how the ICC was interpreting the law. CUB opposed the 2013 bill for the same reasons it opposed the 2011 law.)
- In October of 2020, in a federal lawsuit, CUB alleged ComEd enriched itself "at the expense of Illinois utility customers." The consumer watchdog joined a similar state class action.
- In September 2021, a judge dismissed the federal class action lawsuit. In December 2021, a judge threw out the state lawsuit.
- The Climate & Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), which passed in September of 2021, will replace the unfair formula rate system. CEJA also called for an ICC investigation into a refund. During this investigation, which the ICC ruled on Wednesday, CUB, the Illinois Attorney General's Office and the City of Chicago argued for a $45 million refund for ComEd customers. The ICC probe was narrow in scope, only focusing on direct costs—not damage done to consumers by paying higher electric rates.
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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NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Energy Transfer LP (NYSE: ET) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased or otherwise acquired common shares of Energy Transfer stock between April 13, 2017 and December 20, 2021, both dates inclusive.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 2, 2022
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Energy Transfer LP made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (a) Energy Transfer had inadequate internal controls and procedures to prevent contractors from engaging in illegal conduct with regards to drilling activities, and/or failed to properly mitigate known issues related to such controls and procedures; (b) Energy Transfer, through its subsidiary Rover Pipeline, LLC, hired a third-party contractor to conduct Horizontal Directional Drilling Activities for the Rover Pipeline Project, whose conduct of adding illegal additives in the drilling mud caused severe pollution near the Tuscarawas River when a large inadvertent release took place on April 13, 2017; (c) Energy Transfer continually downplayed its potential civil liabilities when the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ("FERC") was actively investigating the Energy Transfer's wrongdoing related to the April 13 release and consistently provided it with updated information about FERC's findings on this matter.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Energy Transfer you have until August 2, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Energy Transfer securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the ET lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/energy-transfer-lp-loss-submission-form-2?id=30425&from=4.
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J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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LATAM introduces two new rewards cards - the LATAM Airlines Mastercard and LATAM Airlines World Elite Mastercard
SAN FRANCISCO, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LATAM, the largest airline group in South America, and Silicon Valley-based credit cards startup Cardless, have partnered to offer two new co-branded rewards credit cards - the no-fee LATAM Airlines Mastercard and the LATAM Airlines World Elite Mastercard.
Created and distributed by Cardless and issued through First Electronic Bank, both cards are available to U.S. consumers, and offer the ability to earn award travel worldwide, Qualifying Points toward LATAM Pass Elite status, no foreign transaction fees, and other perks, including LATAM lounge access and seat upgrades. Miles can be redeemed to take advantage of LATAM group's global connectivity and extensive coverage of South America, with over 133 routes to 20 countries, as well as with LATAM's partner Delta and partner airlines around the world.
LATAM Airlines Mastercard
- Annual Fee: $0
- Sign-up Bonus: 15,000 miles after $1,000 spent in first three months
- LATAM Purchases: 3x
- Restaurants, Ground Transportation: 2x
- Everything Else: 1x
- Qualifying Points: Issued at a rate of 10% of miles earned from card purchases*
- Foreign Transaction Fee: None
LATAM Airlines World Elite Mastercard
- Annual Fee: $99
- Sign-up Bonus: 40,000 miles after $2,500 spent in first three months
- LATAM Purchases: 4x
- Restaurants, Ground Transportation: 3x
- Everything Else: 1x
- Qualifying Points: Issued at a rate of 20% of miles earned from card purchases*
- Upgrade Coupons: 3**
- LATAM Lounge Access: 2 passes per account year
- Foreign Transaction Fee: None
*Sign-up bonus miles and promotional miles are not eligible for Qualifying Points accrual. **Customers with LATAM Pass Gold Plus elite status and above will not receive additional Upgrade Coupons.
"We're seeing record high numbers for travel this year and it's no surprise people want generous travel benefits with their credit cards," said Michael Spelfogel, President and
Co-Founder of Cardless. "Through our collaboration with LATAM Airlines, we're excited to launch two separate credit card products, giving travelers access to the perks and rewards most relevant to their travel lifestyle."
"As the largest airline group in South America, LATAM is the logical solution for travel anywhere on our beautiful continent. Whether you are visiting the beaches of Brazil, the wonders of Machu Picchu, or the natural beauty of Patagonia, LATAM is your best choice. And with the new LATAM credit card, customers can earn miles towards award flights and more." said Marty St. George, Chief Commercial Officer of LATAM Airlines Group.
In addition to bespoke benefits, Cardless cards offer a number of features designed for digital native consumers, both in terms of security and easy access. New users will easily be able to apply for a Cardless card using their smartphone and, if approved, the virtual card can be delivered to their mobile wallet in seconds. The physical card will carry no card number in order to protect the user from fraud – should the digital-only number become compromised, users will be able to request a new account number through the Cardless mobile app immediately.
LATAM group currently offers travelers the opportunity to earn miles and valuable benefits through LATAM Pass, one of the largest airline loyalty programs in the world, with over 40 million members. In addition, customers will be able to redeem LATAM Pass Miles earned with LATAM Airlines credit cards on all LATAM's partner airlines, including Delta Air Lines.
For more information about LATAM Airlines Credit Cards, go to
https://www.cardless.com/latam. Terms and conditions apply.
The LATAM Airlines branded Credit Cards by Cardless are issued by First Electronic Bank, Member FDIC. Account opening offers, earning rates and referral bonuses are subject to change and to credit approval. Mastercard, World Elite and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated.
LATAM Airlines Group and its affiliates are the main group of airlines in South America, present in five domestic markets: Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, with international operations within Latin America, and between Latin America and Europe, Oceania, United States, and the Caribbean. The group has a fleet of Boeing 767, 777, 787, Airbus A321, A320, A320neo and A319 aircraft.
Cardless, Inc. is a credit card company based in San Francisco, CA. Founded in 2019 by Stanford graduates Michael Spelfogel and Scott Kazmierowicz, Cardless is on the cutting edge of co-brand credit card product development. Cardless has raised $50M in equity funding from investors including Activant Capital, Greycroft, Accomplice, Pear VC, the ownership of Boston Celtics and Phoenix Suns, and the Founders of Plaid, Bonobos, Flatiron Health, and 100 Thieves.
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The area's first National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise offers family-friendly entertainment, including car displays, refreshments, and music by DJ Johnny Kage
EL PASO, Texas, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Owners Alex and Myriam Guerrero will host a grand opening event to celebrate the new El Paso location of Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, on Saturday, April 16.
Guests will enjoy custom and exotic car demonstrations, raffles and other games, food and refreshments, and entertainment from 104.3 HIT FM DJ and Sirius XM host Johnny Kage. The Easter Bunny will also be making a visit to entertain the children.
"We're inviting the El Paso community to join us as we officially introduce Tint World®'s premium window tinting and automotive styling services and products to the area," Alex Guerrero said. "Serving the local community is critical to our success, and the support of our family and friends has helped make the dream of business ownership a reality for Myriam and me. Speaking not only as a business owner, but also as a veteran, I'm proud to provide exclusive discounts to military personnel. We are in El Paso for El Paso. As a token of our gratitude, we're hosting this special family-oriented grand opening event, as we showcase Tint World®'s full range of high-quality aftermarket styling products and services."
Tint World® El Paso is located at 7741 Lockheed Dr, El Paso, TX 79925. Grand opening festivities start at 10 a.m. and will run until 3 p.m.
Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, paintless dent repair, and more. Tint World® is also the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.
About Tint World®
Founded in 1982, Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America's largest and fastest-growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in window tinting, protective films, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels and tires, detailing and ceramic coating, and installation services.
Tint World® Mobile Services™ include marine, residential, and commercial window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety and security films, and protective ceramic coatings. Tint World® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or www.TintWorldFranchise.com.
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Disturbing Trend Underscores Need for Vigilance to Protect Our Most Vulnerable
JACKSON, Miss., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New data indicates rates of COVID-19 cases and deaths in America's nursing homes rose substantially in June for the second month in a row, ending several months of decline from the peak of the initial Omicron wave in January 2022 and heightening concerns that a new surge is upon us.
The rate of nursing home resident deaths nationwide increased by more than 50% in the four-week period ending June 19, according to AARP's Nursing Home COVID-19 Dashboard, compared to the previous Dashboard release, with more than 750 resident deaths reported.
Here in Mississippi, resident deaths were up from 0.00 in the previous four-week period ending May 22, to five deaths (0.04), in the four-week period ending June 19. Since the beginning of the pandemic, more than 2,000 nursing home residents in Mississippi have died from COVID-19.
The number of COVID-19 cases among nursing home residents is 246, and the number of COVID-19 cases among nursing home staff is 302, according to the new report.
Furthermore, the rate of resident cases nationwide increased by 27%, compared to the previous four weeks, according to the Dashboard, while the rate of staff cases nationwide increased by 42% during the same reporting period.
Nursing home resident cases in Mississippi were up from a rate of 0.45 in the previous four- week period ending May 22, to 1.81 in the four-week period ending June 19. The rate of staff cases was up from 0.51 in the previous report to 2.22 in the current Dashboard.
"Our loved ones in nursing homes are among our most vulnerable," said Kimberly L. Campbell, Esq., State Director of AARP Mississippi, which serves more than 260,000 members age 50 and older in Mississippi. "Rising deaths and cases of COVID-19 among nursing home residents and staff nationally show that for their sakes, we must remain vigilant, and we must hold nursing homes accountable for providing high quality care and safe environments."
The latest data from the AARP COVID-19 Nursing Home Dashboard shows that as of June 19, approximately 67% of nursing home residents in Mississippi were fully vaccinated with at least one booster dose, a slight increase from mid-May. Among nursing home staff, 29.9% are fully vaccinated with at least one booster dose, a slight increase from mid-May.
The AARP Nursing Home COVID-19 Dashboard analyzes federally reported data in four-week periods going back to June 1, 2020. Using this data, the AARP Public Policy Institute, in collaboration with the Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University in Ohio, created the Dashboard to provide snapshots of the virus' infiltration into nursing homes and impact on nursing home residents and staff, with the goal of identifying specific areas of concern at the national and state levels in a timely manner.
The full AARP Nursing Home COVID-19 Dashboard is available at www.aarp.org/nursinghomedashboard. Medicare.gov's Care Compare website now offers information about vaccination and booster rates within individual nursing homes and how they compare to state and national averages.
For more information on how coronavirus is impacting nursing homes and AARP's advocacy on this issue, visit www.aarp.org/nursinghomes.
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org, www.aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspanol and @AARPadvocates, @AliadosAdelante on social media.
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PITTSBURGH, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a storage accessory for face masks to keep them safe and accessible," said an inventor, from Spring, Texas, "so I invented the MASK CASE. My design would eliminate the need to put your mask in a pocket or on an unsanitary surface."
The patent-pending invention provides a safe and convenient way to store masks when not in use. In doing so, it ensures that a mask is readily available when needed. As a result, it helps to prevent lost or forgotten masks and it provides added peace of mind. The invention features a portable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for the general population. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Houston sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-HOF-188, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A Settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit filed against Defendant Anheuser-Busch, LLC regarding Lime-A-Rita® and other Ritas™ Branded Drinks for alleged violations of false advertising laws for allegedly implying that that Ritas™ Brand Products contain certain distilled spirits (such as tequila) and/or wine when they do not. The Defendant denies all allegations and has settled this lawsuit to avoid further litigation. The Court has not decided who is right. If you purchased one or more Ritas™ Brand Products for personal consumption, and not for resale, from January 1, 2018 through July 19, 2022 you are included in the Settlement and may be eligible to receive a partial refund of up to $9.75 without proof of purchase, or $21.75 if you do have proof of your purchases. However, if you want to receive a payment from the Settlement, you must file a claim. To see a list of the Ritas™ Brand Products, or to file a claim, please visit www.RitasSettlement.com.
The deadline to file a claim is December 16, 2022. You can also download a paper claim from the website or by calling the phone number below. If you do not want to be bound by the Settlement you must exclude yourself by November 11, 2022. If you do not exclude yourself, you may object to the Settlement by November 11, 2022. The Court will hold a Final Approval Hearing on December 2, 2022, to determine whether to approve the Settlement as fair, reasonable, and adequate.
This notice is only a short summary of the lawsuit and your rights. Detailed information about the claims in the lawsuit, the Defendants' reply and all of your rights if you are a Class Member is available at www.RitasSettlement.com or by calling toll-free 1-888-905-0657.
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MELIPEUCO, Chile (AP) — Mist suddenly arose from the Truful Truful River as it flowed below the snow-covered Llaima volcano, and Victor Curin smiled at the sun-dappled water spray.
A leader in one of the Indigenous communities by the river’s shores in the Chilean Andes, Curin took it as a sign that the waterfall’s ngen — its owner and protector spirit — approved of his visit and prayer that mid-July morning.
“Nature always tells you something, always answers,” said Curin, who works as a park ranger in Conguillio National Park, at the river’s headwaters. “Human beings feel superior to the space where they go, but for us Mapuche, I belong to the earth, the earth doesn’t belong to me.”
In the worldview of the Mapuche, Chile’s largest Indigenous group and more than 10% of its population, a pristine river is home to a spiritual force to revere, not a natural resource to exploit.
That has led many Mapuche across Chile’s water-rich south to fight hydroelectric plants and other projects they see as desecrating nature and depriving Indigenous communities of essential energies that keep them from getting sick.
“Being part of nature, we cannot destroy part of ourselves,” said Lientur Ayenao, a machi or healer and spiritual guide who draws water from the Truful Truful for his ceremonies. “You have to keep the balance, and this is broken when one intervenes in natural spaces for a selfish purpose.”
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Some 200 miles to the south, another machi, Millaray Huichalaf, has led a sometimes-violent battle against hydroelectric plants on the Pilmaiquen River, which flows through rolling pastures from a lake in the Andes’ foothills.
After her resistance and cultural consultations with Indigenous communities, an energy company froze plans for a plant by a riverside sacred site and said it would return ownership of the land to the Mapuche.
But construction is continuing on another plant, so the fight isn’t over — just as it isn’t on the Truful Truful, where a proposed plant is under review.
“I am the river too, we’re as sacred as the river,” Huichalaf said as a thunderstorm pounded her wooden cabin. “At the same time as we’re fighting for the river, we’re in the process of territorial recovery and spiritual reconstruction.”
It’s on the question of rights over Indigenous land, a volatile issue in Chile’s politics, that spirituality gets entangled with ideology. Several Mapuche leaders say spirits appearing in dreams encourage the fight against capitalism in their ancestral territory.
Next month, Chileans will vote on a new and controversial constitution spotlighting Indigenous rights and land restitution. But they’re also dealing with growing violent attacks against agricultural, logging and energy industries, particularly in the Araucania region, including by some groups claiming Mapuche ancestral lands that were never fully conquered by the Spanish empire and only fell to the Chilean state at the end of the 19th century.
For most Mapuche, such violence further destabilizes the desired balance between people, the natural space they belong to and the spirits that inhabit it. A first step against it is to ensure non-Natives understand how nature matters to the Mapuche, Indigenous leader and mediator Andrés Antivil Álvarez said.
“The world is not loot. Everything that’s outside is also inside ourselves,” he said, sitting by the fire in his ruka, a traditional building outside his house near Araucania’s capital, a two-hour drive from the Truful Truful. “You have to understand that the spirit of this fire, present here, is as sacred as the Christ in a church.”
And trampling a crucifix — as some protesters did in 2019 mass uprisings — is as painful and evil as damming a river, he said. He cited as an example construction in the early 2000s of the Ralco dam, which flooded sacred compounds and generated an uproar that prevented similar massive projects and energized cultural resistance to smaller ones.
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Mapuche community members’ reverence is evident when they walk alongside rivers like the Truful Truful, whose name means “from waterfall to waterfall” in the Mapudungun language.
On a chilly afternoon, Ayenao approached the river’s largest waterfall, the proposed site of a new hydroelectric plant, with a bag of seeds in his pocket. That would be a reciprocity offering for the river’s ngen should Ayenao decide to draw water to treat his patients’ physical and spiritual ailments.
“Ngen existed before us and it’s they who allow us to live in a place. And there are some predominant ngen to whom we need to pray” like the Truful Truful’s, he said.
Failure to ask the ngen’s permission to approach the water, or to explain the need to do so, means transgressing on the space, alienating the spirits protecting it and making you, your family and even your animals sick.
But if the ngen permits it, then Ayenao can use the falling water’s distinctive “energy power” for healing purposes, either in riverside ceremonies or by taking large soda bottles full of it back to his house.
Relocated to Temuco when he was 6, Ayenao eventually moved to Santiago, Chile’s capital, to study and there got so sick he couldn’t walk or talk. His family realized the only remedy was to accept that the spirit of his great-grandmother, also a healer, was asking to come back in him.
He apprenticed for three years and returned to practice traditional medicine on a tiny plot of land in the broad valley downstream from the village of Melipueco, named for the union of the Truful Truful and three other waterways.
Now the spirit of a nearby river where a fish farm is planned has been asking in dreams for Ayenao’s help.
“The ngen asks me and demands of me that I need to protect it, and thus contribute to health,” said Ayenao, 28. “We as human beings … are the messengers of the ngen mapu to stop” the extraction and sale of natural resources.
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More spiritual guides like Ayenao are needed to remedy the loss of environmental, medicinal and linguistic knowledge caused by enforced assimilation policies in the past, when many Indigenous people grew up alienated from their roots in marginalized big-city settlements, said Artemio Huenupi, a Mapuche elder.
“Our wisdom is entirely based on the territory of nature. We live in this space to take care of it. It’s other cultures that say that they own the land,” he added, speaking in the small museum of Mapuche culture he curates in Melipeuco.
At a July nighttime village concert to raise funds for Ayenao’s thatched-roof gathering space, community members recounted how they have banded together to oppose a hydroelectric plant on the Truful Truful.
After nearly a decade of multiple environmental and cultural evaluations, as well as legal appeals, the plant has been temporarily blocked in court, said Claudio Melillan, a Melipeuco city councilor who recently returned to his ancestral lands for what he called “a stage of reconstruction” of his Mapuche identity.
The community hopes a final ruling will definitively scuttle the project, which threatens to harm the waterfall that’s considered a crucial source of spiritual energy, said Sergio Millaman, the attorney who won the latest appeal.
But some human impact is already evident, from an increase in tourism to the diminished flow compared with the powerful river many remember from their childhood.
Despite this winter’s abundant rain and snowfall, Chile is facing a worrisome climate change-driven drought, which has compounded tensions over water use, said Juan Pablo Herane, a hydrology expert with the Global Change Center at Santiago’s Catholic University.
In April, after more than a decade’s legal wrangling, the country’s water code was updated to better protect various rights including the use of water at its source for conservation or ancestral customs, said Juan José Crocco, an attorney specializing in water regulation and management.
It’s unclear, however, if a new constitution might alter that and how the code will be implemented in the case of hydroelectric plants that technically don’t extract water but reroute it to create energy, said Benjamín Bulnes, a water rights attorney who worked on the new code and has fished on the Pilmaiquen River.
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The first hydroelectric plant on the Pilmaiquen, built in the mid-20th century, sits across the road from a Mapuche-administered botanical garden spotlighting native trees.
A bitter battle under Huichalaf’s leadership started a decade ago to stop three other plants several miles downstream. Like Ayenao, she got seriously ill as a child in the nearby city of Osorno until her family realized it was an ancestor’s spirit wanting to come back in her as a healer.
During years of training to assume that role, she started having dreams about Kintuantü, a ngen living by a broad bend of the Pilmaiquen.
“I am a medium of energy. Through dreams and visions in trance, Kintuantü told me that I had to speak for him because he was dying,” Huichalaf said.
A plant would have raised the river right to the cliffside caves where the ngen lives. Atop the cliff is a Mapuche ceremonial compound, including a cemetery, from where souls are believed to travel via underground water flows through the caves, into the Pilmaiquen and on to eventual reincarnation.
Huichalaf led an occupation there. A private home burned down, and protesters clashed with police. More protests and lawsuits followed, dividing the Indigenous communities around the river.
Huichalaf was jailed for several months. But she said she doesn’t fear prison because she managed to save the site, where she gathers medicinal herbs and performs sacred ceremonies: “The ngen is still there.”
Statkraft, the Norwegian state-owned energy company that bought the Pilmaiquen projects, is working with the Chilean government to return ownership of the ceremonial compound. Construction was stopped after the company realized the proposed plant’s cultural impact was “unacceptable,” said Statkraft’s Chile manager, María Teresa González.
González said the company learned the importance of understanding the Indigenous worldview and engaging different communities from the start, and it’s doing just that with another plant being constructed on the Pilmaiquen.
But she condemned ongoing violence such as the recent burning of a truck carrying a half-dozen workers. Nobody has been charged in the late June attack.
For Huichalaf, the fight continues: “Our big goal is that the companies on the river will leave.”
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Back on the black volcanic field crossed by the Truful Truful, as a snowstorm approached a nearby peak with thousand-year-old araucaria trees, Curin defined his people’s goal in more essential terms.
“What does the Mapuche world fight for? What does the Mapuche world protect? Not a world of money,” he said. “Mapuche culture is very spiritual, very much of the heart. It’s not random that we’re still here.”
Then he knelt to sip from the river’s water and got back to his park ranger post.
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SHANGHAI, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, Faces We Love Shanghai by Derek Muhs and Marisa Tarin officially became a #1 best seller on Amazon. The book had its global release on April 12, 2022 and is jointly published by City Point Press and Human Touch Media and distributed by Simon & Schuster.
Faces We Love Shanghai is described on Amazon as "a collection of 100 photographs captured by a team of passionate photographers, that takes you on a journey through the city's narrow alleyways and secluded backstreets. Each photograph reveals an untold story, showcasing the beauty and joy behind the everyday moments of people that are often overlooked."
This critically acclaimed, 5 star rated photography book was described in The New York Times as a "photographic journey starring the people of Shanghai".
Co-author Derek Muhs commented, "This collection of photographic memories was everyday life for 13 years. Shanghai was home. It's very gratifying that so many people have connected with this book".
International newspaper China Daily published the article "Framing the Soul of a City" and described the 240-page coffee table book as, "capturing the essence of a remarkable place".
Faces We Love Shanghai has been hailed on Good Reads, the world's largest site for book recommendations, as a collection that shows "unbiased appreciation for Shanghai's people and culture" and has inspired travellers, writers, and photographers to "explore this gorgeous city" for themselves.
Faces We Love Shanghai is available on Amazon and in all major bookstores as a hardcover book, and the eBook is available on all major online digital platforms.
About Faces We Love
Faces We Love Shanghai was co-published with City Point Press and is distributed globally by Simon & Schuster. Faces We Love (FWL) is a subsidiary of Human Touch Media which has produced the first edition of what will be a series of photography books and collections. Faces We Love publishes photographs from around the world from their international group of contributors.
About Human Touch Media
Human Touch Media is a privately owned media company established in 2017 that brings together photographers and videographers to produce books and documentaries. Human Touch Media also funds selected non-profit projects via the Human Touch Media Foundation.
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- From Tuesday, July 12 to Sunday, July 17, guests can enjoy Tango's Welcome Week
- Season Pass Members will be the first to meet Tango up-close in exclusive Meet & Greets on July 12 and July 13
- Guests can spot Tango in the Sesame Street Party Parade beginning July 12
PHILADELPHIA, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sesame Place® Philadelphia, the first theme park in the U.S. based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street® and the first theme park in the world to be recognized as a Certified Autism Center, is about to get even furrier—Elmo's adopted puppy, Tango, will find her fur-ever home at Sesame Place Philadelphia on Tuesday, July 12. After two weeks of teasers on social media, Sesame Place announced that the music-loving, curious puppy will debut at the park as an all-new walkaround character.
A sweet and spirited puppy named after her love of music and dancing, Tango debuted in the 2021 animated special Furry Friends Forever: Elmo Gets a Puppy, in which Elmo finds a stray Tango and adopts her. Tango then joined Sesame Street's 52nd season as both an animated and a live-action character on Sesame Street. Tango's arrival at Sesame Place will be celebrated at Tango's Welcome Week, a six-day event running from Tuesday, July 12 through Sunday, July 17. Tango's Welcome Week activities include:
- Tango's Gotcha Day Ceremony – The park will officially welcome Tango on July 12 at 11:30am at Oscar's Wacky Taxi Stage.
- Elmo & Tango's Gotcha Day Scavenger Hunt – Guests can search throughout the park for all the items that Elmo needs to take care of Tango. Guests can turn in completed activity sheets at Mr. Hooper's Gift Shop for their choice of pet-themed prizes: Sesame Place bandanas or tennis balls. Self-guided scavenger hunts run throughout the day, while supplies last.
- Tango's Treat Seek – Tango's golden treat will be secretly hidden in the park every morning during Tango's Welcome Week. The first person to find Tango's treat will receive Sesame Street-themed pet prizes from BarkBox and Pet Krewe at the Welcome Center.
- In-Park Screenings of Furry Friends Forever: Elmo Gets a Puppy TV Special – Guests will have the opportunity to see how Elmo and Tango first met in screenings of their original TV special at Sesame Studio Theater throughout the day.
All guests will be able to see Tango in the Sesame Street Party Parade starting July 12 and can meet Tango starting July 14.
Following Tango's Welcome Week, guests will be able to spot Sesame Place's newest resident in the daily Sesame Street Party Parade and interact with her in Meet & Greets at Abby's Paradise Theater.
The Best Way to Play
The best way to play all year long with unbeatable benefits is with a 2022 Sesame Place Season Pass. Season Pass Members can enjoy unlimited access to the park with the added benefits of free tickets, exclusive Meet & Greets with everyone's favorite furry friends, discounted food and merchandise, exciting events and early access to water attractions throughout the summer. Perks vary based on the type of Season Pass purchased. With Sesame Place's Summer Bonanza Sale, guests can save up to 60% on admission and purchase tickets for as low as $39.99 – offer ends July 24. For more information, guests can visit https://sesameplace.com/philadelphia/.
About Sesame Place
Sesame Place Philadelphia, the only theme park on the East Coast based entirely on the award-winning show, Sesame Street®, was the first theme park in the world to become a Certified Autism Center. The park has more than 25 Sesame Street-themed attractions, entertaining character shows and parades, an interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood, and everyone's favorite furry friends. Celebrate family-friendly events all year long at Sesame Place including Elmo's Furry Fun Fest, Elmo's Eggstravaganza, Elmo's Springtacular, Summer Fun Fest, The Count's Halloween Spooktacular, and A Very Furry Christmas. Conveniently located 30 minutes from Philadelphia and 90 minutes from NYC, Sesame Place is ideal for families with kids of all ages. For more information, visit www.sesameplace.com and follow the park on Facebook and Instagram.
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Crews battle large fire in Topeka
Published: Apr. 27, 2022 at 10:53 AM CDT|Updated: 20 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Crews were battling a large fire Wednesday morning west of Downtown Topeka.
The blaze was reported around 10 a.m. behind a residence in the 2200 block of S.W. Duane.
Heavy smoke and flames were coming from the fire.
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Realtors ask random homeowners to sell houses in market with low inventory
By Adam Murphy
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ATLANTA, Georgia (WGCL) — Metro Atlanta realtor Ashley Calhoun is on the lookout for homes in an area in Gwinnett County known as a housing market hot spot.
“There’s less than a month’s supply of inventory in Peachtree Corners. The homes are selling for 105% over asking,” Calhoun said.
She has been searching for a first home for newlyweds Mario and Annette Hulett and it hasn’t been easy.
“Growing pains. But we’re growing stronger and together with it so it’s teamwork,” Mario Hulett said.
With limited inventory and a lot of competition, Calhoun decided to get creative. She is now going door to door leaving fliers asking homeowners one simple question, would you sell?
“A lot of homes are going for much over ask. So, if it’s listed at $400,000 you’re going against bids that are $20,000, $30,000 or $40,000 above asking. And sometimes $100,000,” Calhoun said.
Sharam Shariff lives in a neighborhood where the fliers were handed out and was asked if he was tempted to sell his home.
“Well, you know, not for me. Not for me, it’s not tempting. But I’m sure a lot of my neighbors we have talked about, they do consider that, yes,” Shariff said.
Time is of the essence for prospective buyers like the Hulett’s who have less buying power as interest rates increase.
“I know when we started this process, we did get pre-approved for a mortgage loan. But how much that loan can afford is diminishing over time just because of rates that are going up,” Mario Hulett said.
“It’s a little stressful but we have hope that it’s out there,” Annette Hulett said.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney Advertising-- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. ("Bed Bath & Beyond" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: BBBY) and certain of its officers, on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased, or otherwise acquired Bed Bath & Beyond securities between March 25, 2022, to August 18, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/bbby.
This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws.
The Complaint alleges that Defendants made materially misleading statements and omissions to investors regarding Bed Bath & Beyond's strategic company plans, financial condition, cooperation with Ryan Cohen ("Cohen") and RC Ventures LLC ("RC"), and reports of shares holding and selling during the Class Period. Specifically, the complaint alleges that: (1) Cohen and Arnal Gustavo ("Gustavo") engaged in a fraudulent scheme to artificially inflate the price of BBBY publicly traded stock, and more specifically, Cohen, Gustavo, and others, with JP Morgan Securities LLC's ("JPM") aiding and abetting, blatantly misrepresented the value and profitability of BBBY causing BBBY to (a) report revenues that was fictitious, and (b) announce publicly that the Company is successfully on the way spinning off Buybuy Baby to "unlock[] full value" of this "tremendous asset", when, in reality, the Buybuy Baby business were small, with minimal revenues, and outside companies would pay BBBY only a small fraction of the announced prices; and (2) among other things, Defendants submitted a materially false and constitutes a false written filing because (a) upon information and belief, Cohen sold most of the 9,450,100 Shares when the filing was submitted; (b) Cohen submitted the SEC filing for the purpose of creating buying frenzy of BBBY stocks so that Cohen can finish selling his shares at artificially inflated price on the public; and (c) Cohen actually dumped most of his shares "as of the date hereof," on August 16, 2022.
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint you can visit the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/bbby or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Law Clerk and Client Relations Manager, Yael Nathanson of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 212-697-6484. If you suffered a loss in Bed Bath & Beyond you have until November 7, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
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SIMPLIFYING ORACLE E-BUSINESS SUITE MIGRATIONS TO ORACLE CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE FOR OPTIMAL PRICE-PERFORMANCE, SECURITY, LICENSE MANAGEMENT, AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION THROUGH EASE AND CLOUD-CARE SOLUTIONS
COVINGTON, Ky., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Data Intensity, LLC today announced its deepened commitment to accelerate and transform Oracle-powered workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) combining a strategic partnership with its own migration and lifecycle management portfolio of expert technical and functional support services. The commitment comes as Data Intensity, a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork, invests in a Strategic Cloud Managed Service Provider (MSP) partnership with Oracle, designed to accelerate customer cloud transformations with optimized Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) Lifecycle Management services regardless of deployment model. In a crowded MSP market, Data Intensity helps differentiate itself by being a pure-play MSP for Oracle Applications and critical ecosystems powering mission-critical business processes.
"We don't dilute the value to our customers by taking on competing application platforms like some of our competition," said James White, Data Intensity Chief Solutions Officer. Data Intensity customer benefits include enhanced interoperability support services for complex workloads, full lifecycle management services, enhanced automation, security, and compliance services. With Oracle's EBS and OCI, customers can take advantage of key, purpose-built innovations and advancements both at the technical operations and functional usability levels, but may lack the skills to intelligently design, implement, and support these transformative strategies effectively.
With this announcement, Data Intensity is launching its EASE (Enterprise Applications Service Enabled) portfolio which will deliver comprehensive, all-inclusive, full lifecycle management service on OCI, including prescriptive technical and functional services, complimenting Data Intensity's existing support for the entirety of the OCI services landscape, including SaaS / PaaS / Microservices. EASE, combined with the new strategic investment, will help enable Data Intensity customers to fully optimize their customized EBS deployment with significant price-performance benefits as well as when combined with Data Intensity's world-class Functional Application Support Team (FAST) service portfolio.
"EASE is a fixed-fee service model that addresses critical business needs for your EBS ecosystem, aligning to the way businesses consume services in today's cloud-forward world. Our decades of technical and functional application expertise combined with in-house license management services on any cloud, offers a one-stop shop for Oracle customers," said Justin Derrick, Data Intensity Chief Technology Officer.
Further, Data Intensity's Cloud-Care services will enable its customers to optimize their FinOps programs by ensuring some of the lowest-cost cloud services and optimal configurations. "We really see a need for customers to not only understand their best cloud-transformation options as we do with our Safe-Switch portfolio, but also provide visibility, accountability, and proper controls around spend management with a white-glove service culture," said Rich Froble, Data Intensity Vice President Product Development and Marketing.
"We are seeing an accelerated demand for cloud transformation from the Oracle Applications customer base. Both Oracle and non-Oracle workloads can run with greater performance, security, and more cost-effectively on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure making it the optimal destination for our customers to evolve their strategy. In addition, the feature rich capabilities on OCI optimized to run Oracle workloads coupled with a wide portfolio of platform services including autonomous database, lakehouse, integration, analytics, cloud-native, and more provides unique opportunities for our partners to maximize the customer digital journey with value-added services. We are delighted to have a Managed Service Provider like Data Intensity focus on helping our customers make the right cloud transformation decisions while executing on those strategies," said Joe Corvaia, Group Vice President, Strategic Cloud Sales and Partnerships, Oracle.
About Data Intensity
Data Intensity is an industry-leading Oracle Managed Services Provider delivering expert managed services for the complex lifecycle of your Oracle-powered workloads. Offering a complete portfolio under one roof, Data Intensity provides full-stack, SLA-backed, technical, and functional application managed services on your cloud of choice. Our unique differentiation future-proofs your investments in Oracle technologies and applications – from effective license position assessments to cloud-independent migration services, to 24x7 technical operational managed services and functional adaptation of your Oracle E-Business Suite – to optimally power your business. If you are running Oracle, Data Intensity manages Oracle better than anyone, anywhere – period.
Visit Data Intensity (booth 205) at the Ascend Conference, June 12th-15th in Las Vegas.
About Oracle PartnerNetwork
Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN) is Oracle's partner program designed to help enable partners to accelerate the transition to cloud and drive superior customer business outcomes. The OPN program helps allow partners to engage with Oracle through track(s) aligned to how they go to market: Cloud Build for partners that provide products or services built on or integrated with Oracle Cloud; Cloud Sell for partners that resell Oracle Cloud technology; Cloud Service for partners that implement, deploy and manage Oracle Cloud Services; and License & Hardware for partners that build, service or sell Oracle software licenses or hardware products. Customers can expedite their business objectives with OPN partners who have achieved Expertise in a product family or cloud service. To learn more visit: http://www.oracle.com/partnernetwork
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SAN ANTONIO, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DeLorean Motor Company has announced a new reveal date and released its first sneak peak of their electric vehicle. The concept car is now slated to premiere Thursday, August 18 at the prestigious Awards Ramp at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Although the new EV will still be displayed on the Concept Lawn at Pebble Beach on August 21, 2022, the long-awaited DeLorean reveal will come three days sooner. "Excitement is rising like the doors of our iconic sports car, and we are revealing the next generation prototype 3 days earlier than planned on the most prestigious stage at Pebble beach" said Troy Beetz, CMO of DeLorean Motor Company Inc. The past, present, and future of DeLorean will unfold over the duration of Monterey Car Week through a series of activations and events showcasing the vehicle. Along with the reveal, DeLorean will also announce the official name of the vehicle.
As DeLorean prepares to take the stage in August, they released a pixelated teaser of the first official image of the EV on Friday. After a weekend of speculation, a three-quarter shot of the vehicle was made clear Monday, showcasing the left shoulder and back tail light of the concept car.
The long-awaited concept car is the culmination of a 40+ year history with the prestigious design company Italdesign and DeLorean's new interpretation of a modern icon.
For more information on DeLorean and their official reveal at Pebble Beach visit www.DeLorean.com.
About DeLorean: DeLorean Motors, Inc. is a new energy mobility company with a universal presence. The company launched its first vehicle to the public in 1981 and subsequently became an iconic brand characterized by its rebellious and trailblazing designs. After 3 generations of evolution, DeLorean embarked on its future trajectory in 2022 with an electric vehicle.
About Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance: First conducted in 1950, Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance® (www.pebblebeachconcours.net) has grown to be the world's premier celebration of the automobile. Only the most beautiful and historic cars are invited to appear on the famed 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links®, and connoisseurs of art and style gather to admire these masterpieces. Charitable donations raised by Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance® now total over $32 million. Related events include Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance® presented by Rolex, Pebble Beach RetroAuto™, Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum™ presented by AIG and Alliant Private Client, and Pebble Beach® Auctions presented by Gooding & Company. Pebble Beach®, Pebble Beach Golf Links®, Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance®, Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance®, Pebble Beach RetroAuto™, Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum™, and Pebble Beach® Automotive Week are trademarks, service marks and trade dress of Pebble Beach Company. All rights reserved.
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TUMI's 19 Degree Aluminum Briefcase "The Case Everyone is After" makes it's Hollywood debut in this non-stop thrill ride
NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today TUMI, a leading international travel and lifestyle brand, unveiled its 19 Degree Aluminum Briefcase which is featured in Sony Pictures' upcoming original action thriller film "Bullet Train," exclusively in theaters August 5.
In Bullet Train, Ladybug is an unlucky assassin determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate, however, may have other plans, as Ladybug's latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe—all with connected, yet conflicting, objectives— centering around the TUMI 19 Degree Aluminum Briefcase on the world's fastest trains. The end of the line is just the beginning in this non-stop thrill-ride through modern-day Japan from David Leitch, the director of Deadpool 2.
Leading up to the film's theatrical release in North America on August 5, TUMI will be debuting a collaboration with New York Times Advertising on a digital movie-themed crossword puzzle where U.S. residents, 18 years of age or older, will have the choice of completing the crossword puzzle for an engaging, interactive experience or directly entering the contest for a chance to win one of the sought-after limited-edition briefcases, sign-up here. There will be 20 lucky winners randomly selected from those who enter the contest. TUMI will also be activating an integrated marketing program in connection with the world red-carpet premiere of the film as well as and a variety of digital and in-store activities to promote the film.
"There was only one luggage brand who had enough style to fit in with the film's all-star cast as well as the durability that could go head to head with an ensemble of assassins on one of the world's fastest trains and that was TUMI, which perfectly fits in with this edgy, action-packed film," said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony Pictures Entertainment.
Equally striking from a distance or at close range, the TUMI 19 Degree Aluminum Briefcase boasts a sleek, aluminum crafted exterior with bespoke design and durability top of mind. This limited-edition briefcase features a "Bullet Train" patch card pocket with "Bullet Train" logo in addition to a branded luggage tag. Through the TUMI "Bullet Train" collaboration, only 150 limited-edition briefcases will be available starting July 20th worldwide across select TUMI stores & TUMI.COM priced at US$1,795.00. For those unable to get one of these limited TUMI collector's items, they can visit TUMI.COM to shop the full TUMI 19 Degree Aluminum collection, which is exceptionally striking up close or from a distance, super durable, and boasts a modern silhouette with fluid-looking, strategically contoured angles.
"TUMI is synonymous with quality durability toughness and is always looking to the future for inspiration. With this film, as the screen writers and director started laying out what the environment would look like and the types of pieces that would exist in the film, TUMI was at the top of their list. They looked to TUMI for a hero case to have all those qualities of durability, be able to surpass the battles that it would ensue throughout this epic journey," said TUMI Creative Director, Victor Sanz.
About 'Bullet Train'
Directed by David Leitch. Screenplay by Zak Olkewicz. Based on the book by Kotaro Isaka. Produced by Kelly McCormick, David Leitch and Antoine Fuqua. Executive Producers are Brent O'Connor, Ryosuke Saegusa, Yuma Terada and Kat Samick. The film stars Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Shannon, Benito A Martínez Ocasio and Sandra Bullock.
Sony Pictures Entertainment:
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. Sony Pictures Television operates dozens of wholly-owned or joint-venture production companies around the world. SPE's. Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, Sony Pictures International Productions, and Sony Pictures Classics. For additional information, visit
http://www.sonypictures.com/corp/divisions.html
ABOUT TUMI:
Since 1975, TUMI has been creating world-class business, travel lifestyle, and performance luxury essentials designed to upgrade, uncomplicate and beautify all aspects of life on the move. Blending flawless functionality with a spirit of ingenuity, we're committed to empowering journeys as a lifelong partner to movers and makers in pursuit of their passions. The brand is sold globally in over 75 countries with upwards of 2,000 points of sale. For more about TUMI, visit www.TUMI.com.
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TORONTO, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Payfare Inc. ("Payfare" or the "Company") (TSX: PAY), a leading fintech powering instant payout and digital banking solutions for the gig workforce, today announced Q2 2022 revenue guidance of $33 million, which represents growth of 285% over the second quarter of 2021 and 35% over the first quarter of 2022.
Payfare also announced that it had over 884,000 active users1 as of June 30, 2022, an increase of approximately 188,000 users or 27% from March 31, 2022. The Company continues to experience significant active user growth driven by coordinated marketing programs with its gig platform partners to support their workforces by providing instant or near instant access to earnings, zero-cost neobanking capabilities and robust cash back rewards programs on everyday purchases including fuel.
"We achieved record activity levels across each of our key operational metrics in the second quarter," said Marco Margiotta, CEO and Founding Partner of Payfare. "Increased cardholder engagement, supported by efforts to further expand user penetration by our gig platform partners, is driving higher wallet share for Payfare within our user base. We look forward to sharing more on our outlook when we report Q2 2022 financial results."
Payfare expects to report Q2 2022 financial results on August 10, 2022 after market close.
Payfare is a global financial technology company powering digital banking and instant payment solutions for today's gig workforce. Payfare partners with leading platforms and marketplaces, such as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash, to provide financial health for their workforce.
This press release contains references to "active users" which is not a measure prescribed by International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). This supplementary financial measure is provided as additional information to complement IFRS measures by providing a further understanding of our results of operations from management's perspective, to provide investors and security analysts with supplemental measures to evaluate the financial performance of the Company and highlight trends in our core business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on IFRS financial measures. Management also uses non-IFRS and supplementary financial measures to facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period, prepare annual operating budgets and strategic business plans and to evaluate and price potential acquisitions. Accordingly, non-IFRS and supplementary financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our financial information reported under IFRS. Such measures do not have any standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and, therefore, may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other corporations. The non-IFRS and supplementary financial measures are not subject to standard industry definition and our definitions and method of calculation may differ from other issuers and therefore may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers.
The Company determines the number of users to its services based on active users. "Active users" represent users who have loaded earnings on their card in the period. Additional information on this measure may be found under the heading "Definitions – IFRS, Additional GAAP and Non-GAAP Measures" in the MD&A for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 which is available under Payfare's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and is incorporated by reference to this press release.
This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, which reflects Payfare's current expectations regarding future events as of the date hereof. Such forward-looking information may include but are not limited to statements regarding revenue guidance information for Q2 2022, further expansion of user penetration by gig platform partners, driving higher wallet share for Payfare within user base, and the expected release of quarterly financial results on August 10, 2022. Forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Payfare's control, that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those that are disclosed in or implied by such forward-looking information. Such risks include the factors discussed under the "Risk Factors" section in Payfare's MD&A for the year ended December 31, 2021. Other factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially include the inability of Payfare to launch its new programs or platforms that are planned for 2022 in a timely manner, enhanced cash-back for fuel purchase campaigns are discontinued ahead of schedule by the respective gig platform clients or do not have the intended impact that the Company has expected or forecasted, the economic viability of the existing cash-back campaigns, Payfare's inability to manage the increased volume of new cardholder sign-ups, active users or transactions, the impact of inflation on Payfare's revenue model, the imposition of new restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Payfare's ability to finance and support new programs and platforms, and a general decline in the credit markets or gig economy in North America. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The purpose of guidance contained in this news release is to provide an update to financial results based on management's latest expectations. Readers are cautioned that such guidance is not appropriate for any other purpose. Payfare does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable law.
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Manoah goes 7 to win again, Blue Jays beat Red Sox 1-0
By TIM WHARNSBY
Associated Press
TORONTO (AP) — Alek Manoah struck out seven and pitched three-hit ball over seven innings, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 1-0. The 24-year-old Manoah walked only one batter as the Blue Jays took three of four from their AL East rival. Manoah, in his second season, won his eighth in a row dating to last year. The Blue Jays have gone 20-4 in his 24 career starts. The Blue Jays’ lone run was unearned off starter Garrett Whitlock in the third inning. Lourdes Gurriell Jr. reached on a one-out error to Red Sox shortstop Christian Arroyo, moved to second after a walk to Raimel Tapia and scored on Alejandro Kirk’s two-out single. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/28/manoah-goes-7-to-win-again-blue-jays-beat-red-sox-1-0/ | 2022-04-29T00:12:12Z |
No more Turkey: country in push to be known as ‘Türkiye’
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has sent a letter to the United Nations formally requesting that his country be referred to as “Türkiye,” the state-run news agency reported. The move is seen as part of a push by Ankara to rebrand the country and dissociate its name from the bird, turkey, and some negative connotations that are associated with it.
Anadolu Agency said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman to U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres, confirmed receipt of the letter late on Wednesday. The agency quoted Dujarric as saying that the name change had become effective “from the moment” the letter was received.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government has been pressing for the internationally recognized name Turkey to be changed to “Türkiye” (tur-key-YAY) as it is spelled and pronounced in Turkish. The country called itself “Türkiye” in 1923 after its declaration of independence.
In December, Erdogan ordered the use of “Türkiye” to better represent Turkish culture and values, including demanding that “Made in Türkiye” be used instead of “Made in Turkey” on exported products. Turkish ministries began using “Türkiye” in official documents.
Earlier this year, the government also released a promotional video as part of its attempts to change its name in English. The video shows tourists from across the world saying “Hello Türkiye” at famous destinations.
The Turkish presidency’s Directorate of Communications said it launched the campaign “to promote more effectively the use of ‘Türkiye’ as the country’s national and international name on international platforms.”
Turkey’s English-language state broadcaster TRT World has switched to using “Türkiye” although the word “Turkey” slips in by anchors still trying to get used to the change.
TRT World explained the decision in an article earlier this year, saying Googling “Turkey” brings up a “a muddled set of images, articles, and dictionary definitions that conflate the country with Meleagris – otherwise known as the turkey, a large bird native to North America – which is famous for being served on Christmas menus or Thanksgiving dinners.”
The network continued: “Flip through the Cambridge Dictionary and “turkey” is defined as “something that fails badly” or “a stupid or silly person.”
TRT World argued that Turks prefer their country to be called “Türkiye,” in “keeping with the country’s aims of determining how others should identify it.”
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Biden administration said Friday it has begun phasing out use of a pandemic-related rule that allows migrants to be expelled without an opportunity to seek asylum as 22 states fight in court to preserve the policy.
U.S. authorities have processed more single adults from Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador in recent weeks under immigration laws, which include a right to seek asylum, said Blas Nuñez-Neto, acting assistant Homeland Security secretary for border and immigration policy. The pandemic-related rule is set to expire May 23.
Nuñez-Neto’s statement was part of a filing in federal court in Lafayette, Louisiana, where Louisiana, Arizona and Missouri sued this month to keep the rule. Eighteen other states later joined and, on Thursday, the states asked a judge to stop what they called the “premature implementation” of the end of the rule.
Nuñez-Neto said applying non-health related immigration laws was “not novel” during the pandemic and that increasing use of them on single adults from Central American countries will help prepare for the May 23 expiration.
About 14% of single adults from Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador were processed under immigration laws during a seven-day period ending Thursday, Nuñez-Neto said. That’s up from only 5% in March, according to government figures.
Single adults from those countries have been targeted under the rule because Mexico has agreed to take them back while the rule is in effect, an option that will disappear for U.S. authorities when the powers are lifted.
It was unclear how quickly the judge in the case, U.S. District Judge Robert Summerhays, appointed by former President Donald Trump, would rule on the states’ request for a restraining order.
Meanwhile, the state of Texas on Friday filed its own challenge to the termination of the rule in federal court in Victoria, Texas. The case had not been assigned to a judge as of Friday afternoon. The Justice Department declined comment on the Texas suit.
Migrants have been expelled more than 1.8 million times under the rule, which was invoked by the Trump administration in March 2020 to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Advocates for asylum-seekers support the end to the rule, which they say endangers people fleeing persecution back home and violates rights to seek protection under U.S. law and international treaty. The states challenging the administration say the U.S. is not ready for a likely influx of migrants resulting from the rule’s end, straining public services and economies.
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Associated Press writer Elliot Spagat in San Diego contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/us-begins-phasing-out-covid-driven-asylum-restrictions/ | 2022-04-23T12:12:22Z |
EASTON, Md., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TeraWulf Inc. (NASDAQ: WULF) ("TeraWulf" or the "Company"), which owns and operates fully integrated environmentally clean bitcoin mining facilities in the United States, today announced that it is commencing an underwritten public offering of its common stock (the "Offering"). TeraWulf also expects to grant to the underwriter for the Offering a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 15% of the number of shares of common stock offered in the public offering. All of the shares to be sold in the Offering will be sold by TeraWulf, subject to customary closing conditions. TeraWulf intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering for mining operations and digital asset infrastructure and for working capital and general corporate purposes. Certain of TeraWulf's existing investors, including the Company's Chief Executive Officer Paul Prager, have agreed to purchase $5,000,000 of shares of the Company's common stock, at a price of $7.88 per share (the last reported sale price of the common stock on the Nasdaq on April 8, 2022) in a private offering, which is expected to close prior to or concurrently with the closing of the Offering.
Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. is acting as sole book-running manager for the Offering.
The Offering is being made pursuant to a shelf registration statement (File No. 333-262226) declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on February 4, 2022. A preliminary prospectus supplement relating to the Offering will be filed with the SEC. The securities may be offered only by means of a written prospectus, including a prospectus supplement, forming a part of the effective registration statement. When available, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying base prospectus relating to the Offering may be obtained from the SEC at http://www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to the Offering can be obtained, when available, from Cantor Fitzgerald & Co., Attn: Capital Markets, 499 Park Avenue, 6th floor, New York, NY 10022; Email: prospectus@cantor.com. The final terms of the Offering will be disclosed in a final prospectus supplement to be filed with the SEC.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.
TeraWulf (Nasdaq: WULF) was formed by an experienced group of energy entrepreneurs to own and operate fully integrated environmentally clean bitcoin mining facilities in the United States. The Company is developing two mining facilities, Lake Mariner in New York and Nautilus Cryptomine in Pennsylvania, with the objective 800 megawatts of mining capacity deployed by 2025, enabling over 23 exahash per second of expected hashrate. TeraWulf will generate domestically produced bitcoin powered by nuclear, hydro and solar energy with a goal of utilizing 100% zero-carbon energy. With a core focus of ESG that ties direction to its business success, TeraWulf expects to offer attractive mining economics at an industrial scale.
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Using Paxos Settlement Service, State Street and Credit Suisse can respond to the SEC request for pathways to T+0 settlement
NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Paxos, the regulated blockchain infrastructure platform, has partnered with State Street, one of the world's leading providers of financial services to institutional investors, to integrate State Street's custodial services into the Paxos Settlement Service. As part of the pilot, State Street was able to simulate the settlement and custody of shares on the Paxos platform and asset movements with Credit Suisse more efficiently.
Paxos Settlement Service is a modern clearing platform built to address the structural problems of opaque margin, slow settlement and high costs impacting today's market participants. The private, permissioned blockchain solution is designed to allow two parties to safely settle securities trades through a modern clearing agency. By leveraging Paxos Settlement Service for institutional settlement, State Street was able to send settlement instructions to Paxos for cost effective settlement while still delivering the required messaging to interface with existing settlement systems.
State Street, through its Digital and Alpha divisions, along with Credit Suisse, delivered the workflow and system adjustments to test the functionality of seamless same day (T+0) settlement. The result highlighted the Paxos platform's flexibility and readiness to immediately deliver T+0 settlement for industry participants. Paxos can deliver T+0 settlement today while the legacy infrastructure has a goal of achieving T+1 settlement in 2024.
Charles Cascarilla, CEO and Co-Founder of Paxos, commented, "The Paxos Settlement Service will revolutionize core market operations as our modern infrastructure improves efficiency, reduces risk, increases innovation and provides transparency. State Street is a market leader and their ability to easily integrate demonstrates how the Paxos platform is interoperable with today's systems and creates a pathway to the digital world. Market participants need an environment that fosters faster, safer, fairer and more open markets. Paxos technology shows how competitive clearing solutions can positively drive the market forward."
Nadine Chakar, head of State Street Digital, said, "Our team is incredibly pleased to have collaborated with Paxos, Credit Suisse as well as State Street's Alpha team on this exciting industry initiative to facilitate seamless same day (T+0) settlement. State Street Digital was created to help drive innovation and address the industry's digital transformation, and this pilot is consistent with our firm's broader focus on supporting clients across the front, middle and back office. It also further validates that the use of blockchain technology will help automate the life cycle of a trade, reduce costs and could eliminate the need for the traditional reconciliation processes used in today's settlement environment."
Chris Rice, Head of Digital Asset Markets at Credit Suisse, added, "We are delighted to partner with State Street and Paxos on an initiative that can potentially create financial benefits for our clients. Credit Suisse is committed to innovation and moving the industry forward by supporting the adoption of efficient, low-cost digital banking services in public equities. This collaboration marks continued progress in digital market infrastructure, ultimately benefiting the broader market."
Paxos technology allows for continuous netting and settlement - without the delays and inflexibility of the legacy system's batch processing - and reduces cost and capital commitments. Additionally, Paxos leverages a safe, efficient and transparent margin calculation so there are no surprises to market participants. To learn more about the Paxos Settlement Service, visit the Company's website.
About Paxos
Paxos is the leading regulated blockchain infrastructure platform. Its products are the foundation for a new, open financial system that can operate faster and more efficiently. Today, trillions of dollars are locked in inefficient, outdated financial plumbing that is inaccessible to millions of people. Paxos is replatforming the financial system to enable assets to instantaneously move anywhere in the world, at any time, in a trustworthy way.
Paxos uses technology to tokenize, custody, trade and settle assets. It builds enterprise blockchain solutions for institutions like PayPal, Interactive Brokers, Meta, Mastercard, MercadoLibre, Bank of America, Credit Suisse, Societe Generale and Revolut. Paxos is a top-funded fintech company with more than $540 million raised from leading investors including Oak HC/FT, Declaration Partners, Founders Fund, Mithril Capital and PayPal Ventures. With offices in New York, London and Singapore, Paxos takes a global approach to modernizing the financial system.
About State Street
State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) is one of the world's leading providers of financial services to institutional investors including investment servicing, investment management and investment research and trading. With $41.7 trillion in assets under custody and/or administration and $4.0 trillion* in assets under management as of March 31, 2022, State Street operates globally in more than 100 geographic markets and employs approximately 39,000 worldwide. For more information, visit State Street's website at www.statestreet.com.
*Assets under management as of March 31, 2022 includes approximately $73 billion of assets with respect to SPDR® products for which State Street Global Advisors Funds Distributors, LLC (SSGA FD) acts solely as the marketing agent. SSGA FD and State Street Global Advisors are affiliated.
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BAODING, China, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IT Tech Packaging, Inc. (NYSE American: ITP) ("IT Tech Packaging" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of diversified paper products in North China, announced today that, its Board of Directors has approved a reverse stock split of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the "Common Stock") at a ratio of 1-for-10 (the "Reverse Stock Split"). The Reverse Stock Split is expected to become effective on July 7, 2022 (the "Effective Date"), and the shares are expected to begin trading on the split-adjusted basis on the NYSE American under the Company's existing trading symbol "ITP" at market open on July 8, 2022, upon NYSE American's approval. The new CUSIP number following the Reverse Stock Split will be46527C 209.
Under Nevada Revised Statutes ("NRS") Section 78.207, the Company may decrease its authorized shares of its Common Stock and correspondingly decrease its number of issued and outstanding shares of Common Stock by resolution adopted by the Board of Directors, without obtaining the approval of the stockholders. The Reverse Stock Split will be effected by the Company filing a Certificate of Change (the "Certificate") pursuant to NRS Section 78.209 with the Secretary of State of the State of Nevada on the Effective Date. As a result of the filing of the Certificate, the number of shares of the Company's authorized Common Stock will be reduced from 500,000,000 shares to 50,000,000 shares and the issued and outstanding number of shares of the Company's common stock will be correspondingly decreased.
On the Effective Date, the total number of shares of common stock held by each stockholder of the Company will be converted automatically into the number of shares of common stock equal to (i) the number of issued and outstanding shares of Common Stock held by each such stockholder immediately prior to the Reverse Stock Split, divided by (ii) 10, with such resulting number of shares rounded up to the nearest whole share. The Company will issue one whole share of the post-Reverse Stock Split Common Stock to any stockholder who otherwise would have received a fractional share as a result of the Reverse Stock Split. As a result, no fractional shares will be issued in connection with the Reverse Stock Split and no cash or other consideration will be paid in connection with any fractional shares that would otherwise have resulted from the Reverse Stock Split.
The Reverse Stock Split has no effect on the par value of the Company's Common Stock. Immediately after the Reverse Stock Split, each stockholder's percentage ownership interest in the Company and proportional voting power will remain unchanged, except for minor changes and adjustments that will result from the treatment of fractional shares. The rights and privileges of the holders of shares of Common Stock will be substantially unaffected by the Reverse Stock Split.
The Reverse Stock Split is primarily being effected to regain compliance with certain NYSE American continued listing standards related to the low price per share of the Company's Common Stock.
Stockholders who are holding their shares in electronic form at brokerage firms do not need to take any action, as the effect of the Reverse Stock Split will automatically be reflected in their brokerage accounts. Stockholders holding paper certificates may (but are not required to) send the certificates to the Company's transfer agent and registrar, Empire Stock Transfer. Empire Stock Transfer will issue a new stock certificate reflecting the Reverse Stock Split to each requesting stockholder.
About IT Tech Packaging, Inc.
Founded in 1996, IT Tech Packaging, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of diversified paper products and single-use face masks in North China. Using recycled paper as its primary raw material (with the exception of its tissue paper products), ITP produces and distributes three categories of paper products: corrugating medium paper, offset printing paper and tissue paper products. With production based in Baoding and Xingtai in North China's Hebei Province, ITP is located strategically close to the Beijing and Tianjin region, home to a growing base of industrial and manufacturing activities and one of the largest markets for paper products consumption in the country. ITP has been listed on the NYSE American since December 2009. For more information, please visit: http://www.itpackaging.cn/.
Forward-looking Statement
This release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements give our current expectations, opinion, belief or forecasts of future events and performance. A statement identified by the use of forward-looking words including "will," "may," "expects," "projects," "anticipates," "plans," "believes," "estimate," "should," and certain of the other foregoing statements may be deemed forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including market and other conditions. More detailed information about the Company and the risk factors that may affect the realization of forward-looking statements is set forth in the Company's filings with the SEC. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC's web site at http://www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements after the date hereof to conform to actual results or changes in expectations, except as required by law..
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Lawsuit: Boy’s brain damaged by errant Angel Stadium throw
By AMY TAXIN
Associated Press
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The mother of a boy accidentally hit in the head with a baseball thrown by a Los Angeles Angels pitcher warming up before a game has filed a lawsuit against the team. Beatrice Galaz says in the lawsuit announced Thursday that the team’s negligence led to the traumatic brain injury suffered by her then-6-year-old son at Angel Stadium in September 2019. Lawyers say the boy was walking in the stands before a game when he was struck by a ball that a pitcher threw to a teammate who missed the catch. The lawsuit was announced on opening day for Major League Baseball and ahead of the Angels home opener against the Houston Astros. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/04/07/lawsuit-boys-brain-damaged-by-errant-angel-stadium-throw-2/ | 2022-04-07T23:29:55Z |
NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Dingdong (Cayman) Ltd..
Shareholders who purchased shares of DDL during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased, or otherwise acquired, Dingdong American Depository Shares pursuant or traceable to the F-1 registration statements and related prospectus on Form 424B4 issued in connection with Dingdong's June 2021 initial public stock offering.
ALLEGATIONS: According to the filed complaint, the registration statement and prospectus used to effectuate the Company's initial public offering misstated and/or omitted facts concerning Dingdong's so-called commitment to ensuring the safety and quality of the food it distributes to the market. For example, despite claiming that it applies "stringent quality control across [its] entire supply chain to ensure product quality to [its] users," Dingdong sold food past its sell-by date. Consequently, Dingdong was, in fact, no better at providing or assuring access to "fresh" groceries than the supermarkets, traditional Chinese wet markets, or traditional e-commerce platforms it repeatedly claimed to be displacing. Moreover, the foregoing conduct subjected Dingdong to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement, all of which, once revealed, were likely to negatively impact Dingdong's business, operations, and reputation.
DEADLINE: October 24, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/dingdong-cayman-ltd-loss-form/?id=31383&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of DDL during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is October 24, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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MILWAUKEE, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating Zendesk (NYSE: ZEN) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with an investor group.
Click here to learn how to join the action: https://www.ademilaw.com/case/zendesk-inc or call Guri Ademi toll-free at 866-264-3995. There is no cost or obligation to you.
Ademi LLP alleges Zendesk's financial outlook and prospects are excellent and yet Zendesk holders will receive only $77.50 per share in a transaction that values Zendesk at approximately $10.2 billion. The transaction agreement unreasonably limits competing bids for Zendesk by imposing a significant penalty if Zendesk accepts a superior bid. Zendesk insiders will receive substantial benefits as part of change of control arrangements.
We are investigating the conduct of Zendesk's board of directors, and whether they are (i) fulfilling their fiduciary duties to all shareholders, and (ii) obtaining a fair and reasonable price for Zendesk.
If you own Zendesk common stock and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Guri Ademi either at gademi@ademilaw.com or toll-free: 866-264-3995, or https://www.ademilaw.com/case/zendesk-inc.
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Dyrdek Machine and Dana White Join as Co-investors in the World's Leading Action Sports Platform
COSTA MESA, Calif. , July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiume Capital and Juggernaut Capital Partners have announced their acquisition of Thrill One Sports & Entertainment (Thrill One) from The Raine Group and Causeway Media Partners. Dyrdek Machine, UFC President Dana White and television producer Craig Piligian have co-invested, with acquisition financing provided by Prudential Private Capital.
Thrill One was formed in 2020 by uniting industry-leading brands Nitro Circus, Nitro Rallycross (Nitro RX), Street League Skateboarding (SLS) and Thrill One Media (formerly Superjacket Productions) to become the world's leading producer of action sports events and original content. The latter two of these brands were both founded by entrepreneur Rob Dyrdek, who also participated in the acquisition as a co-investor via his venture creation business, Dyrdek Machine.
"We formed Thrill One to create a centralized action sports platform for athletes, brands and fans," said Thrill One CEO Joe Carr. "We have aggregated the largest audience and community in the space, and I am beyond excited to partner with this group of investors and individuals who have built businesses and entire sports from the ground up. The additional resources will fuel the growth and expansion of this platform."
Fiume and Juggernaut are again teaming up in a vertical that is primed for opportunistic M&A and further consolidation. The firms have partnered in 3 STEP Sports to create the largest youth sports operating platform in the country. Fiume's expertise in sports and media coupled with Juggernaut's consumer focus will bring additional value to the company and continue to focus on serving the interests of a young, passionate fan base. The resources and capital of the new ownership group will allow Thrill One to pursue organic growth initiatives and strategic acquisitions, which have been a key part of the company's roadmap since its inception.
"Our investment approach is predicated on supporting excellent management teams as they build premier businesses in their respective industries," said David Hirschfeld, CIO for Fiume. "Thrill One is the leader in action sports and we are excited to help the company and its management team at this inflection point."
"Thrill One has exploded onto the scene in the last two years," said John Shulman, founder and managing partner of Juggernaut Capital Partners. "Our considerable investment demonstrates our belief that there is much more to come in this category, and we are eager to support Thrill One in its meteoric rise."
Building on the momentum of its highly successful US tour in 2021 and appearances on TBS' "Go Big Show" and NBC's "America's Got Talent Extreme," Nitro Circus Live is expanding its global presence in 2022 by adding stops in Australia, New Zealand and Canada as part of a 40-date world tour. The brand will also host its world championship of action sports, Nitro World Games, this October in Brisbane, Australia.
Nitro Rallycross, a disruptive new force in motorsport, made its series debut last year and is expanding to a 10-race global run across three continents for the 2022-23 season. Nitro RX is also launching the revolutionary FC1-X electric supercar, the most powerful rallycross vehicle ever built, making it the first US-based series to go fully electric.
"I've been a big fan of the Nitro guys for a while now," said Dana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. "They are always doing the most insane stuff and constantly raising the bar. The potential reminds me of the early days of UFC."
SLS, the pinnacle of professional skateboarding, will return to indoor arenas this season for the first time in three years. The Championship Tour will showcase 50 of the world's best male and female street skateboarders including Olympic medalists and former world champions. Each stop will also feature a unique, custom-built concrete skate plaza, an element that has differentiated SLS from its peers for over a decade.
Thrill One Media continues to build on its legacy of hit television programs like "Ridiculousness," "The Dude Perfect Show," and "Rob & Big," and has several unscripted titles currently in development. The all-media production company will make a push into both scripted and competition formats later this year.
"It's a dream come true to know that both SLS and Superjacket Productions are in such great hands with Thrill One's management team and are positioned for such a promising future with this transaction," said Rob Dyrdek. "I look forward to continuing to partner with this incredible group of investors in creating game-changing content and redefining action sports."
In 2022, the Thrill One portfolio will collectively host more than 70 live events, deliver roughly 100 hours of live sports content and produce over 300 episodes of linear television. Thrill One boasts a massive social audience with more than 40 million followers across its various channels. It recently announced the largest sponsorship deal in action sports history with A SHOC Energy, making the energy beverage brand the official energy partner of Thrill One.
Fiume Capital was advised by Milbank LLP, Juggernaut was advised by Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and Thrill One and The Raine Group were advised by Sidley Austin LLP.
Financing for the transaction was led and provided by Prudential Private Capital. CION Investment Corp. and MGG Investment Group were also co-lenders in the financing.
About Thrill One Sports & Entertainment
Thrill One Sports & Entertainment is a next-generation content company that lives at the nexus of sports, entertainment and lifestyle, combining the resources of Nitro Circus, Street League Skateboarding (SLS), Nitro Rallycross (NRX) and Thrill One Media. A multi-media platform founded in 2020, Thrill One is dedicated to creating mind-blowing action sports events and original content, fueled by the most daring athletes, talent and brands in thrill-based entertainment. Thrill One Sports & Entertainment also boasts one of the largest aggregate social audiences in action sports, with over 40 million followers across its multiple brand pages and channels. Go to thrillone.com for additional information. @Instagram @LinkedIn
About Fiume Capital
Fiume Capital is a leading private investment firm targeting investments in media, entertainment, and consumer sectors with a focus on sports, live events, and content and distribution. Comprised of experienced entrepreneurs, operators and investors, Fiume Capital supports its management teams in industries within the team's expertise. Current or realized investments include Moonbug Entertainment, the Action Network, and 3 STEP Sports.
About Juggernaut Capital
Juggernaut Capital Partners is a lower middle market private equity firm specializing in buyout and growth investments in the consumer and healthcare industries. Juggernaut investments include 3 STEP Sports, ZOA Energy and VOSS Water. @LinkedIn
About Dyrdek Machine
Dyrdek Machine is a venture creation studio that manufactures amazing companies by systematically fusing art, science and magic. Founded by Rob Dyrdek, Dyrdek Machine provides expertise, capital and amplification to visionary entrepreneurs destined to impact the world. @Instagram
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Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
DENVER, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 31, 2022, the Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American: UTG) (the "Fund"), a closed-end sector fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.19 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 19, 2022.
The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), the Fund estimates the following percentages, of the total distribution amount per share, attributable to (i) current and prior fiscal year net investment income, (ii) net realized short-term capital gain, (iii) net realized long-term capital gain and (iv) return of capital or other capital source as a percentage of the total distribution amount. These percentages are disclosed for the current distribution as well as the fiscal year-to-date cumulative distribution amount per share for the Fund.
The timing and character of distributions for federal income tax purposes are determined in accordance with income tax regulations which may differ from GAAP. As such, all or a portion of this distribution may be reportable as taxable income on your 2022 federal income tax return. The final tax character of any distribution declared in 2022 will be determined in January 2023 and reported to you on IRS Form 1099-DIV.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this 19(a) Notice are only estimates and not for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Presented below are return figures, based on the change in the Fund's Net Asset Value per share ("NAV"), compared to the annualized distribution rate for this current distribution as a percentage of the NAV on the last day of the month prior to distribution record date.
Fund Performance & Distribution Information
^ Based on the Fund's NAV as of July 31, 2022.
*Cumulative fiscal year-to-date return is based on the change in NAV including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of these distributions for the period November 1, 2021 through July 31, 2022.
**The 5 year average annual total return is based on change in NAV including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of these distributions and is through the last business day of the month prior to the month of the current distribution record date.
While the NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's Managed Distribution Plan.
Furthermore, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution and the income, capital gain or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund's distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund's net asset value and the financial market environment. The Fund's distribution policy is subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.
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WARREN, Mich., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Counties Express, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. ("Universal"), is excited to announce a new partnership with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (the "Teamsters") Local Unit 848 providing drayage services in-and-out of the Southern Californian ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. In a careful negotiation, the parties reached a "best in class" arrangement that is firmly anchored by a top notch labor agreement. The agreement will provide the local membership with great benefits, and Universal's customers with AB5 compliant and reliable services in the Los Angeles and Long Beach drayage market. The partnership between Southern Counties Express, Inc. and the Teamsters Local 848 will add hundreds of good paying, union jobs to the southern California economy.
Universal's Chief Executive Officer Tim Phillips commented, "We are extremely excited to extend our relationship with the Teamsters to the Los Angeles/Long Beach drayage market! Universal has been in partnership with the Teamsters for over 20 years, and our nearly 2,000 current Teamster members have long provided our many customers with superior service and trustworthy capacity." Phillips further elaborated, "Solidifying our relationship with Local Unit 848 will give Southern Counties the ability to advance its capacity footprint in a changing California labor model, and continue to be a leader in the drayage space."
About Universal:
Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. ("Universal") is a holding company that owns subsidiaries engaged in providing a variety of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, and in Mexico, Canada and Colombia. Our operating subsidiaries provide customers with supply chain solutions that can be scaled to meet their changing demands and volumes. Universal's consolidated subsidiaries offer customers a broad array of services across the entire supply chain, including truckload, brokerage, intermodal, dedicated, and value-added services. In this press release, the terms "us," "we," "our," or the "Company" refer to Universal and its consolidated subsidiaries.
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Brandwatch is now an official TikTok partner, integrating its Social Media Management solution with TikTok's all-new Content Marketing specialty
NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today TikTok expanded its Marketing Partners Program, introducing its inaugural group of Content Marketing Partners. Among these founding members is Brandwatch, and its social suite of the future, which will allow its customers to scale, manage, execute, and optimize content on TikTok all while staying within the Brandwatch platform.
This officially badged partnership between Brandwatch and TikTok empowers Brandwatch clients to manage, understand, and respond to their community profiles on TikTok in a way that feels native to the world's hottest technology platform. This means that Brandwatch customers will be able to:
- Manage - Organize, schedule, and publish content on TikTok
- Understand - Access, analyze, and benchmark profile and video metrics in real time
- Respond - Monitor, delegate, and respond to comments on profiles.
"At TikTok, we are always looking for ways to make it easier for brands to develop great content that resonates with their communities," said Melissa Yang, Head of Ecosystem Partnerships, TikTok. "We are excited to welcome our new content marketing partners into the TikTok Marketing Partner Program, and to be collaborating with some of the most trusted partners in the industry. These partners will provide marketers with simple, effective tools to help them to regularly publish content, gain valuable performance insight, and meaningfully engage with their communities."
"TikTok is an incredible platform for talented, creative individuals, driving new trends and important conversations every day across the globe," said Mikael Lemberg, Vice President of Product Global Partnerships at Brandwatch. "We are massively investing in the creator economy and we are proud and excited to partner with TikTok to build tools that help our users become active parts of that ecosystem."
Today's news of partnering with TikTok's new Content Marketing specialty, clearly signals the meaningful and innovative intention Brandwatch has to be a major player within the TikTok ecosystem and the creator economy.
If you'd like more information about how Brandwatch is continuing to improve the social suite of the future which will help users navigate the creator economy, visit Brandwatch.com or contact us at info@brandwatch.com.
About Brandwatch
Brandwatch is the world's premier social suite, empowering over 5,000 of the world's most admired companies to understand and engage with customers at the speed of social.
Combining pioneering, AI-enriched consumer intelligence with industry-leading social media management tools, Brandwatch offers a complementary suite of specialized, best-in-class products and services that support intelligently connected workflows. With Brandwatch, brands and agencies can adapt and thrive in today's fast moving digital world by making smarter decisions and executing data-driven social strategies at every customer touchpoint.
Operating and serving clients the world over, Brandwatch has 15 offices across the globe and more than 1,300 employees worldwide. Brandwatch is a Cision Company.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating a recent Covid-19 outbreak on a Carnival cruise ship that docked in Seattle after a two-week voyage.
The Carnival Spirit, which sailed through the Panama Canal, departed Miami on April 17 and arrived in Seattle on May 3, according to a statement from the cruise line. The ship holds 2,124 guests and 930 crew members, Carnival said.
The CDC says it's not permitted to publicly share the number of passengers and crew members who quarantined or tested positive. But the ship is labeled as orange status per the agency's cruise ship Covid-19 threshold, indicating that 0.3% or more of total passengers and or crew members tested positive, according to CDC's guidelines.
The ship's color status helps the CDC determine the scope of investigation, the agency said.
Carnival Spirit is one of 62 cruise ships currently sailing at orange status, the CDC said in a statement to CNN.
Both the cruise line and CDC said there were no severe outcomes or serious health issues among those who tested positive, and Carnival said most guests were asymptomatic.
"Our health and safety protocols exceed CDC guidelines and were closely followed including vaccination requirements and pre-cruise testing of all guests. Our crew are also vaccinated and wear masks," Carnival said in a statement to CNN.
"Our protocols are designed to flex up as needed and additional measures were implemented during the voyage," the statement added. "In addition, all guests who were scheduled to continue on with the ship's next cruise to Alaska were tested and any guests and their traveling companions who tested positive were disembarked."
The ship departed Seattle for Alaska later on May 3, according to Carnival's statement.
The CDC is working with the cruise line as well as state and local health agencies to "enact existing Covid-19 agreements and protocols," the statement added.
Passengers say cruise ship was "overwhelmed"
Some passengers who were on board the Carnival Spirit alleged that crew members mishandled the Covid-19 outbreak on the ship.
Darren Siefertson, who is from Las Vegas, Nevada, told CNN he boarded the ship on April 17 from Miami and was informed by April 26 that there was a Covid-19 outbreak on the ship.
After testing positive, Siefertson said he was promised to be moved to an isolation cabin but ended up being forced to stay in the same room as his roommate.
Siefertson said when he called the medical center for an update, the center had already closed before its scheduled closing time, and no one was picking up the phone.
When Siefertson's cabin mate went to guest services to ask what they should do, he was told there were no more isolation cabins available, and he would have to stay in the same room as Siefertson.
Ship guests also complained that room service took "hours to get food to those who were in quarantine," Siefertson said.
"There were times we ordered our food at 1 p.m. and it didn't show up until 7 p.m.," Walter Babij, who was on the cruise with his wife, told CNN. Both Babij and his wife tested positive for Covid-19 while aboard the ship and quarantined in an isolation cabin.
"There were also a few times we didn't get our complete orders. We would have to call several times to track down our food. We were completely dependent on them," Babij said.
Siefertson also complained that a few days after testing positive, his cabin and two other cabins near him began to reek of sewage.
"You couldn't even call to ask someone to fix the problem because no one would pick up the phone and we couldn't leave our room, so I had to stay in this room that smelled like a toilet. It was terrible," Siefertson said. "Carnival said they managed the situation, but that is so not true. They were so overwhelmed."
Both Siefertson and Babij told CNN they felt the cruise line was "overwhelmed."
"I don't think they expected that level of cases and when it got to a certain level they didn't know what to do. It was a perfect storm," Babij said.
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Unfortunately, Property Management Firm May Not Be Able To Come Up With All of The Funds; Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP Is Looking Into Claims of Losses Involving Nelson Partners' Skyloft Austin Investors
HOUSTON, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to attorneys for Greg Milligan, the Plan Administrator for liquidation proceedings involving luxury high rise student building Skyloft Austin, a court has approved on a final basis the liquidation plan that would require Nelson Partners Student Housing to pay investors $50M. Under the Stipulation and Plan of Liquidation, the real estate management firm will likely have to sell the majority of its almost 20 student housing real estate properties to come up with this money.
The property management company's website notes that Nelson Partners owns off-campus student housing properties in multiple US States, including buildings close to Utah State University, Dixie State University, Washington State University, Colorado University, University of Oregon, Purdue University, Western Washington University, Arizona State University, West Virginia University, Montana State University, University of Northern Colorado, and Utah Valley University.
Now, the property management company has 18 months to come up with the funds. $50M will be placed in a Trust and distributed to investors on a pro rata basis.
While this liquidation deal will hopefully hold Nelson Partners accountable to investors, it is highly likely they will only be able to raise half of the money. Not only that but the property management firm has been having financial problems for some time now. Its CEO Patrick Nelson has been accused of running a Ponzi-like scam.
This is why it is important that you consider filing your own Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) arbitration claim against the broker-dealer that marketed and sold you this private placement real estate deal.
Our skilled real estate private placement attorneys have helped thousands of investors in Texas and around the US to recoup their losses caused by brokerage firm negligence or misconduct. If you are a Skyloft Austin investor and you would like to explore your legal options for pursuing a FINRA arbitration claim against your broker-dealer, contact SSEK Law Firm (inveastorlawyers.com) at (866) 901-3784.
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VERESNYA, Ukraine (AP) — The Ukrainian farmer was living a quiet life with the quietest of creatures: snails that she raises for export. Then, skies on the horizon turned flaming red. Russia had launched its invasion and nearby towns were burning.
Olena Avramenko’s village of Veresnya, northwest of the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, was quickly occupied by Russian forces. But her snails were too precious to leave.
So she stayed, sheltering in her basement and cooking meals of snails — snail ravioli, fried snails, snails with garlic butter — for herself and the eight other people she took in.
The war’s disruption to exports of grain and other crops from Ukraine that feed the world has captured global attention and sent bread prices soaring across the world. But the production of other, more niche foodstuffs has also been impacted.
Before the war threw Ukrainian life and its economy into a tailspin, farmers and artisans in the country were successfully trying their hands not just with snails but also with oysters, edible frogs, vegetable-based milks, craft beers, cheeses and other products for European markets.
Avramenko and her son, Anton, turned to snail farming five years ago. He sold everything to invest in the business, which at the time was seen as a risky, exotic business in Ukraine. For them, it was an adventure, something new to learn. They exported the snails to Spanish restaurants and Avramenko realized she had found her calling.
“I stayed to protect our farm and home,” she said. “If I hadn’t done it, nothing would have been left.”
In France, where snails are eaten piping hot with oozing garlic butter or mixed into pates, importers had noticed Ukrainian snails making inroads into the market. Exports to the European Union of raw Ukrainian snails more than doubled between 2017 and 2021, from 347 tons to 844 tons.
“But this number could be underestimated,” said Pierre Commere of the French agro-industry group Adepale. “For several years now there has been a long-running crisis in the snail industry. It has become more and more difficult to find snails and prices are rising.”
During the Russian occupation of her village, Avramenko found another calling: taking her mind off the war by dreaming up new recipes for snails when peace returned.
Her son, luckily, was not in Veresnya when the Russian invasion started on Feb. 24 and he couldn’t immediately get back. But Russian soldiers didn’t seem interested in their snails. They did come searching for fuel, smashing a window and asking Avramenko for her keys.
She gently scolded them for breaking and entering. One of them asked her to forgive him.
Russian forces pulled out of Veresnya at the end of March, part of a general withdrawal from the north and around Kyiv to head out for a massive Russian offensive on Ukraine’s east and south, where the fighting still rages. Many villages in the Kyiv area were littered with bodies and international experts are working there to document suspected war crimes.
Her son called the day after the Russian pullout and said they’d get straight back to work. He said because the war delayed the start of the snail-rearing season, their business will at best only break even this year. But he didn’t want their seasonal workers to have no income. And a return to the slow pace of snail farming, he felt, will do everyone some good.
“I was somewhere between fear and collapse when he said that,” Avramenko said. “But it was the right thing to do. You need to do something to overcome the state of shock. If not, you can easily lose your mind.”
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AP journalist John Leicester in Kyiv, Ukraine, and Jade Le Deley in Paris contributed.
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Follow AP’s coverage of the Ukraine war at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/amid-ukraines-war-a-farmer-takes-comfort-from-her-snails/ | 2022-06-17T13:05:01Z |
NEW YORK, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Apyx Medical Corporation (NASDAQ: APYX) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: May 12, 2021 to March 11, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 5, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in APYX:
https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/apyx-medical-corporation-loss-submission-form-2?id=29471&from=4
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Apyx Medical Corporation made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) a significant number of Apyx's Advanced Energy products were used for off-label indications; (2) such off-label uses led to an increase in the number of medical device reports filed by Apyx reporting serious adverse events; (3) as a result, the Company was reasonably likely to incur regulatory scrutiny; (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's financial results would be adversely impacted; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Apyx you have until August 5, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Apyx securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the APYX lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/apyx-medical-corporation-loss-submission-form-2?id=29471&from=4.
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
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NEW YORK, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Amazon.com, Inc. ("Amazon") (NASDAQ: AMZN) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between February 1, 2019 and April 5, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Amazon, contact us about potential recovery by
using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
https://www.wongesq.com/pslra-1/amazon-com-inc-loss-submission-form?prid=28381&wire=4
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Amazon includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Amazon engaged in anticompetitive conduct in its private-label business practices, including giving Amazon products preference over those of its competitors and using third-party sellers' non-public data to compete with them; (ii) the foregoing exposed Amazon to a heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and/or enforcement actions; (iii) Amazon's revenues derived from its private-label business were in part the product of impermissible conduct and thus unsustainable; and (iv) as a result, the defendants' public statements throughout the class period were materially false and/or misleading.
DEADLINE: July 5, 2022
Aggrieved Amazon investors only have until July 5, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
Vincent Wong, Esq.
39 East Broadway
Suite 304
New York, NY 10002
Tel. 212.425.1140
E-Mail: vw@wongesq.com
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